Alice A. Smarr

Alice A. Smarr
Age 90, of Kanawha Street, Glenville, departed this life at 7:15 AM Saturday, January 2, 2010, in Glenville Care and Rehabilitation following a six-month illness.

She was born April 17, 1919, in Gilmer County, a daughter of the late Arthur E. and Florence Barker Marks.

Alice was a homemaker and mother. She loved spending her time in her kitchen cooking, tending to her garden and formerly attended the College Street United Methodist Church.

On June 24, 1947, she was married to Harold Marvin Smarr who preceded her in death January 3, 1992.

Surviving is one daughter, Jeanne Idleman of Ravenswood; one son, Earl Lynn Smarr of Glenville, WV; three grandchildren, Dreama Idleman of Marietta, Rocky Douglas Idleman of Ravenswood and Steve Idleman of Glenville, WV; and four great-grandchildren.

Alice was the last surviving member of her immediate family having been preceded by one sister, Erma Gregory; and one brother, John P. Marks.

Graveside funeral services and burial will be conducted at 1 PM Tuesday at Cedarville Cemetery, Cedarville, WV, with Pastor Bryan Groves officiating. Friends may call 6-8 PM today at Ellyson Mortuary Inc., Glenville.

Ellyson Mortuary Inc., Glenville, is assisting the family of Alice A. Smarr with arrangements.

Reghan Elizabeth Smith

Reghan Elizabeth Smith was the name chosen for the daughter born to Tiffany Hess and Dennis Smith of Weston.
The little girl was born November 23, 2009, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital of Weston.
She weighed 7 pounds 10.5 ounces.
Her father is employed by Moody’s Home Sales and Service.
Maternal grandmother is Deloris Gregory of Cedarville.
Paternal grandmother is Rada Stump of Glenville.

Ava Nicole Hacker

Matthew Lee and Whitney Ranee Hacker of Cedarville announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Ava Nicole Hacker, on November 23, 2009, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital of Weston.
She weighed 7 pounds 2 ounces.
Her mother is the former Whitney Ranee Frame and is an LPN at Minnie Hamilton Health Systems.
Her father is a rig operator for Swabco.
Maternal grandparents are J.B. and Paula Frame of Birch River.
Paternal grandparents are Terry and Connie Hacker of Cedarville.

Cedarville: Deer Hunters’ Dinner for This Year Cancelled

Cedarville Community Association will NOT be having their Annual Deer Hunters’ Dinner this year.

This is due to concerns about the H1N1 virus (swine flu).

Sorry for any inconvenience and hope to see you next year.

James L. Hacker

James L. Hacker
Age 74, of Cedarville, WV, departed this life on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at Barberton, OH, following a brief illness.

James was born on April 5, 1935, at Arnett in Braxton County, West Virginia, a son of the late Homer D. and Neva H. Straley Hacker. He had been employed by PPG Industries at Barberton, OH, for 17 years and enjoyed the outdoor life and hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth Emmerick Hacker; sons, Terry Hacker, James Hacker, II, Kevin Hacker, all of Cedarville, WV, and Robert Hacker, Arizona City, AZ; daughter, Cheryl Dobbins, Hermitage, PA; brothers, Dale Hacker, Cedarville, WV, Duane Hacker, Barberton, OH, and Earl Hacker, Tornado, WV; sister, Ann Nicholas, Canal Fulton, OH; thirteen grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his son, Senior Trooper Larry G. Hacker, who passed from this life in the performance of his duties while serving with the West Virginia State Police.

Funeral services will be 1:30 PM Sunday, November 15, 2009, at the Stockert-Sizemore Funeral Home, Flatwoods, WV, with Pastor Bryan Groves officiating. Interment will be in the Copen Cemetery at Copen, WV. Friends may call from 4-8 PM on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, and after 9 AM on Sunday at the funeral home.

Mary Elizabeth Crook Moss

Mary Elizabeth Crook Moss
Age 83, of College Street, Glenville, West Virginia, passed away October 29, 2009 at her home after a short illness.

She was born at Duck Run February 25, 1926, a daughter of the late Robert McMillian and Frannie May Wilmoth Crook.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Moss; five brothers and one sister.

She is survived by her son, Ron Gregory of Charleston, WV; four grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

She was a homemaker and worked as a clerk at The Grill in Glenville until it closed in 1979.

Funeral services will be held 2:30 PM Sunday, November 1 at Stump Funeral Home, Grantsville.

Elder Harold Johnson and Elder Lewis Johnson will officiate.

Interment will be in the Cedarville Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:00 PM until time of services Sunday.

Mary Hazel (Butcher) Lilley

Mary Hazel (Butcher) Lilley
Age 96, a resident of Lawrenceville, GA, formerly of Belpre, Ohio, died Oct. 18, 2009, after an extended illness.

She was born Aug. 20, 1913, at Cedarville, WV, a daughter of the late Burke Butcher and Ora L. Snyder Butcher. She graduated from Glenville State Normal School in 1929 and from Glenville State Teacher’s College in 1935 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She did post-graduate work at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio, West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV, and West Virginia Institute of Technology. She was a teacher in the public schools at Cedarville, Oak Hill and Elizabeth, WV, for many years. She also taught public school vocal music and elementary grades 1-6 in Belpre, which completed her teaching career of 37 years.

From 1935-1937, she was employed by Works Progress Administration traveling over 11 counties in West Virginia.

She was affiliated with the following fraternal and professional organizations. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star from 1945 to present, receiving the 50-year emblem; Rebekah I.O.O.F., receiving the 40-year Jewel of The Rebekah in Belpre; a member of the Bethany Shrine 4 in Mt. Hope and Parkersburg; a member of the Pythian Sisters in Elizabeth and Belpre; and was guardian secretary of Job’s Daughters Bethel 65 in Belpre. She was a member of the Glenville State College Alumni Association and the West Virginia, Ohio and National Association of Educational Retirees.

She was an active member of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Belpre from 1951 until moving to Georgia in 2000, and then continued her membership until her death.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Albert W. Lilley, who was superintendent of schools in Vinton County, Ohio; a daughter, Laura V. Lilley; three sisters, Mabel K. Butcher, Florence L. Butcher and Teresa B. Jarvis; and two brothers, Roland Butcher and Robert Butcher.

She is survived by one daughter, Linda Louise Swonger of Atlanta, GA; two nieces, Jorene Armour of Glenville, WV, and Dr. Mary Beth Butcher of Columbus, Ohio; and other extended family.

Graveside services and final burial were held on Oct. 22, 2009, at Meadowlane Cemetery, Glenville.

Arnold Clyde Lang

Arnold Clyde Lang
Age 71, of 1159 Old Route 33, Weston, passed away at 4:57 AM on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born in Cox’s Mills, WV, on February 11,1938, son of the late Clay Lang and Mildred Marie (Brake) Lang.

On October 18, 1958, he married Carol L. (Springston) Lang, his wife of 51 years, who survives.

Also surviving are one daughter, Linda Lou Lang Gipko and husband Michael of Florence, SC; one granddaughter, Amanda Marie Hinkle and one great-granddaughter, Madison McKenzie Hinkle. He is also survived by one sister, Velma Jean Gregory of Cedarville; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Lang was preceded in death by two brothers, Roger and Harry Lang.

Mr. Lang was a retired heavy equipment operator for Barbour Coal Co. and was a bus driver for the Lewis County Board of Education. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He was baptized in 1958 at the Troy United Brothern Church in Troy, WV. Mr. Lang was a veteran of the United States Army and the United States Army Reserves. He was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.

Family and friends will be received at the Hardman-Paletti Funeral Home, 730 N. Main Avenue, Weston on Thursday, October 22, 2009, from 4-8 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 AM. from the Hardman-Paletti Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Carolyn Nettles officiating. Interment will follow services in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.

Hardman-Paletti Funeral Home of Weston is in charge of arrangements for Arnold Clyde Lang.

Gilmer County Family Court Report - 10.16.09

On Friday, October 16, 2009 Family Court Judge Larry Whited had 6 hearings scheduled in Gilmer County.

One divorce was rescheduled, one allocation petition was dismissed.

Two final divorces were granted as follows:

Stephanie Gower (23)
        of Glenville, WV
Divorced on 10.16.09
Patrick Wayne Gower (25)
        of Morgantown, WV

Margaret Jamison (29)
        of Sand Fork, WV
Divorced on 10.16.09
Stephen R. Jamison (30)
        of Cedarville, WV

One modification petition was continued, and one modification petition was heard but no order has been entered yet.

Wedith G. Moore

Wedith G. Moore
Age 91, of Dolliver Street, Glenville, departed this life at 7:23 AM Monday, October 12, 2009, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Parkersburg, follow a short illness.

She was born March 24, 1918, in Gilmer County, daughter of the late Luther and Maude Bosworth Greenleaf. Mrs. Moore was a graduate of Sand Fork High School class of 1936. She was also a graduate of Glenville State College class of 1948, where she received a four-year teaching degree. She retired from the Gilmer County public school system with 34 1/2 years of teaching experience. Wedith enjoyed canning foods and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

On March 23, 1946, she was united in marriage to Albert S. Moore, who preceded her in death on July 26 of this year. Albert and Wedith enjoyed 63 wonderful years of marriage together.

Wedith is survived by two grandsons, Scott Cozzens and wife, Shawna, of Vincent, Ohio, and Jeff Cozzens and wife, Terri, of Florence S.C.; and three great-grandchildren, Kristin, Kathlyn and Anna Cozzens, all of Vincent, Ohio. Along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins, Wedith is also survived by life-time friend, Tom Moore (cousin) of Glenville; one son-in-law, Bob Cozzens of Belpre; and one brother-in-law, George Belknap of Cedarville.

Wedith was the last surviving member of her immediate family, being preceded in death by Barbara Kirby Cozzens, a niece who she raised as a daughter. She was also preceded by one brother, Arden Greenleaf; and two sisters, Hazel Belknap and Edith Riffle (who was her twin sister).

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Friday at the Ellyson Mortuary Inc., Glenville, with Pastor Bryan Groves officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedarville Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Thursday at the mortuary.

Ellyson Mortuary Inc. is assisting the family of Wedith Moore with arrangements.

Cedarville Community Association Meeting

The meeting of the Cedarville Community Association will be held at 7:00 PM on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at the Cedarville Firehouse.

Mary Marjorie Hess

Mary Marjorie Hess
Age 66, of Hess Drive Cedarville, departed this life at 8:30 AM Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, in Minnie Hamilton Health Care, Grantsville following an extended illness.

She was born Sept. 4, 1942, in Braxton County, the daughter of the late Mervel “Mugs” and Ester Carr Perkins.

Margie was a homemaker, a member of the Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department Support Group, where she was honored as support person of the year in 2008 and a member of the Leading Creek Baptist Church.

On Sept. 7, 1962, she was united in marriage to Dale Hess, who preceded her in death on June 24, 1991.

Surviving are nine children Tammy Mayo and husband John, of South Dakota, Martin Hess and wife Melissa of Sand Fork, Mike Hess and wife Debbie of Cedarville, twins Jerry and wife Amy and Terry Hess, all of Cedarville, Kevin Hess and fianc/e Debbie of Baldwin, Bill Hess of Cedarville, Barbara Hess and fianc/ Jimmy of Cedarville, James Hess and Bobby Jo of Cedarville.

There are 24 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren also surviving.

Funeral Services were conducted at 11 AM Tuesday September 1, 2009, at the Ellyson Mortuary Inc. in Glenville with the Rev. Lloyd Stewart and the Rev. Waitman Sandy officiating.

Burial will follow in the Rhoades Cemetery Glenville. Friends called from 5-8 PM Monday at the mortuary. Ellyson Mortuary Inc. is assisting the family of Margie Hess with arrangements.

Gilmer County Circuit Court Report - 08.21.09

Judge Jack Alsop appeared in Gilmer County Circuit Court on Friday, August 21, 2009 to hear a couple of matters.

—- In the case of State vs. Waymond Jones, Mr. Jones failed to appear.
Therefore the judge could not hear pre-trial motions without defendant being present.
Judge Alsop issued a bench warrant for Mr. Jones’ arrest and the trial is still scheduled for Wednesday, September 2, 2009.

—- In a juvenile matter heard by Judge Alsop, the juvenile admitted paragraph 5a in the petition filed against him and the Judge placed him on probation until he turns 18, and directed that he abide by all rules and regulations of probation, including not getting into trouble at school.
A status was scheduled in this matter for Friday, October 9, 2009 at 10:15 AM.

—- Another criminal matter was brought to the Court’s attention by Probation Officer Tara Kennedy.
She reported Dustin Chad Reed had flunked 2 drug tests and failed to appear for 3 other drug tests.
The Judge placed him on home confinement in Braxton County (where he lives and works) and ordered him to submit to drug tests twice weekly.

On Friday, August 21, 2009, Family Court Judge Larry Whited presided over 11 cases.

—- The contempt petition filed against Benny McCune by his ex-wife, Veronica, was dismissed for her failure to appear.

—- A contempt proceeding was also held in one divorce case.

—- A hearing was scheduled in one divorce case, but was rescheduled to allow them time to file a property agreement.

—- In another divorce case both parties appeared and a hearing was conducted, but the attorney will submit the order later.

—- One divorce case was dismissed because they had briefly reconciled during the pendency of their divorce case.

—- Jarrett Michael Redifer (27) of Harrisville, WV divorced Amanda Gayle Redifer (27) of Troy, WV

—- Donna Davisson (38) of Glenville, WV divorced Jeffery Clifford Malcomb (38) of Ellarmore, WV.

—- Another divorce case was continued to Friday, September 4, 2009 due to the husband being unable to appear on Friday.

—- A temporary hearing was held in another divorce case.

—- Danny L. Smith (47) of Cedarville, WV divorced Sherry L. Carr (46) of New York.

—- Another contempt matter was before the Court and reset for a later date.

Gilmer County Schools Bus Schedule 2009-2010

Bus #51 Darrel Ramsey

Bus #57 John Isenhart

Bus #52 Glen Greathouse

Bus #53 Susie Kirkpatrick

Bus #54 Tim White

Bus #62 Randy Hitt

Bus #61 Colin Hartshorn

Bus #56 Freddie Helmick

Bus #63 Mark Minney

Bus #55 Mike Hill

Bus #60 Virgil Meadows

Bus #59 Kelvin Sprouse

Bus #64 Sam Perrin

Bus #58 David Goff

*** The Bus schedule for Troy Area is based on bussing the Troy Elementary students to Glenville Elementary.
Gilmer County Schools is very hopeful this will be Temporary and last only a few weeks.

Gilmer County Family Court Report - 08.07.09

Family Court Judge Larry Whited was in Gilmer County Friday, August 7, 2009 most of the day presiding over family court cases.

—- Ryan Lambert was before the court on a contempt proceeding and he will need to report back in 90 days to check on the status of his child support payments and to report whether he has been granted disability payments yet.

—- Melissa Bennett (28) of Cedarville, WV divorced Jason Bennett (32) of Winchester, Virginia.

—- John Huffman was ordered to pay $205.00 a month child support to Jamie Meadows now Shamblin.

—- Carrie Wildman was ordered to pay $50.00 a month child support to David Wildman.

—- Franklin Rexroad II was before the Court for contempt and paid $2,000.00 cash which the Circuit Clerk deposited in her account to be disbursed as ordered by the Judge at a later time.

—- Connie Pritt was ordered to pay $230.16 a month to Terry Pritt for child support.

—- Brent Waddell II was ordered to pay Amber D. Farrow $248.00 a month for child support.

—- Three other cases will have orders entered in them at a later date.

Alexandra Kadince Branham

Whitney N. Jones and Nathan A. Branham of Cedarville announce the birth of their second child, a daughter, Alexandra Kadince Branham, on July 6, 2009, at Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital of Weston.
She weighed 6 pounds 13.5 ounces.
Her mother is the former Whitney Harrison and is a student at Glenville State College.
Her father is a driver.
Maternal grandparents are Lloyd and Nancy Harrison of Exchange.
Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. William Alexander Branham of Burnsville.

Jerry Madison Hickman

Jerry Madison Hickman
Age 73, departed this life to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 15, 2009, after a long battle with cancer.
He was born March 17, 1936, the eldest son of the late Cecil and Beatrice Hickman.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Betty Nicholson Hickman. Also surviving are four sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Penny Hickman of Evans, Billy and Mae Hickman of Virginia, Kevin and Jeanie Hickman of Point Pleasant and Ronnie and Jackie Hickman of New Mexico; two daughters and sons, in-law, Paula and Jeff Hudnall of Ripley and Verlinda and Dominque Huey of Manchester, Md.
Also surviving are one brother, Teddy Hickman of Dusk Camp; and five sisters, Lorena Stout of Stouts Mills, Lucille Brake and Janey VanHorn of Weston, Marjorie Freeman of Cedarville, and Ann Kingrey of Cabin Creek. He also leaves behind 21 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Betty McCullough Hickman and Beatrice Nicholson; and one brother-in-law, Norman Nicholson.
Other than his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by one brother, Gearl Hickman; and one sister, Lily Jane Hickman.
Jerry served in the Army from 1953 to 1961. He then worked in the coal mines for several years before retiring. He also did masonry work.
Casto Funeral Home in Evans handled arrangments.

Lively Healthcare: Gilmer County’s Dr. Chris Kennedy

On Saturday two new physicians started their medical practices at Lively Healthcare Center in Jane Lew.

Dr. Chris Kennedy is a Gilmer County High School graduate. He worked as both an EMT and a paramedic for the Gilmer County Emergency Squad. He received two undergraduate degrees at Glenville State College: a bachelor of science in behavioral science and a bachelor of arts in chemistry, with minors in biology and math.

Dr. Kennedy received his medical training at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg. He performed his residency at United Hospital Center in family medicine.

Dr. Kennedy lives near West Milford. He was born in Grantsville and raised on a farm in Normantown. He is the son of Roger and Jeane Kennedy of Normantown, and the grandson of the late Junior and Garnet Kennedy and Wilma Hern and the late James Hern of Cedarville.
He is board certified in family practice.

Dr. Kennedy is optimistic about his new practice with Lively Healthcare.

“I am very happy to stay and practice medicine here in central West Virginia, in a region where I grew up. I love the people and look forward to the opportunity to give something back,“ he said.

Dr. Jeremy Williams is a Lewis County native and West Virginia University Medical School graduate. He is married to Trena Williston of Jane Lew, a 2005 WVU Law School graduate, who will soon be opening a private law practice in Weston.

Dr. Williams is the son of Harriett and Rick Williams, and the grandson of Ada and the late Don Williams and the late Harriett and Jay Rittenhouse.

Dr. Williams graduated from Lewis County High School in 1999. He attended Potomac State College and finished his undergraduate work at West Virginia University, receiving a bachelor of arts in biology. He graduated from WVU’s Medical School and performed his residency at WVU. He is now board eligible in family practice.

Dr. Williams is looking forward to his new practice.

“I am quite excited to be coming back to the Lewis County community,“ he noted. “It is wonderful that I am going to have the opportunity to work here now among the people I know so well.“

Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital will host an open house from 4 PM to 7 PM August 7, 2009 at the Jane Lew facility to welcome the new doctors. There will be a number of free health screenings, including blood pressure, Derma Scan, bone density, cholesterol and body mass index. There will also be free refreshments.

Allegheny Power Service Interruption

There will be an electric service interruption to improve facilities.
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Time: 8:00 AM
Restoration Time: 12:00 Noon - estimated

Locations: Copen Run, Bower, Copen, Arnett, Big Bull Run, Flower, Cedarville, Lower Level run, Upper Level Run, Butchers Run, Wolf Pen

Rain Date: Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 8:00 AM, Restored at Noon.

Concetta M. “Connie” Boggs

Concetta M. “Connie” Boggs
Age 77, of Cedarville, departed this life the morning of July 25, 2009 at SunBridge Care and Rehab Glenville, following a short illness.

Born December 8, 1931 in Cleveland, OH, she was the daughter of the late John and Gemma D’Inceceio Colino.

Mrs. Boggs was a homemaker and Catholic by faith.

On May 5, 1956, Connie was united in marriage to Herbert S. Boggs, who preceded her in death on December 3, 1988.

Surviving are two daughters: Georgeann Miller and husband, Steve, of Cleveland, OH and Jennifer Boggs of Cleveland, OH, two grandsons: Nathan and Nicholas MIller; and one granddaughter: Delaney Rose Noll.

Connie was preceded in death by one son: Michael Scott Boggs on July 26, 1993. She was the last of her immediate family, being preceded by several brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, August 1, 2009 at the Ellyson Mortuary Inc. Glenville with Pastor Bryan Groves officiating.

Burial will follow in the Cedarville Cemetery.

Friends may call from 6-8 PM Friday at the mortuary.

Ellyson Mortuary Inc. is assiting the family of Concetta “Connie” Boggs with arrangements.

Albert Scott Moore

Albert Scott Moore
Age 96, of Dolliver Street, Glenville, WV, departed this life at 1:10 AM Sunday, July 26, 2009, at his residence following an eight-month illness.

He was born March 23, 1913, in Gilmer County, son of the late O.D. and Emma Hardman Moore. A graduate of Sand Fork High School class of 1934, he attended and graduated from Glenville Normal School in 1936. Mr. Moore received a B.A. degree in 1940 from Glenville State College and was a graduate of West Virginia University in 1949 with his master’s in education.

His 40-year teaching career started in Clay County and continued in Gilmer County until his retirement. Albert was an Army veteran of World War II, 50-year member of the Gilmer County Masonic Lodge and member of the Gil-Co Hunt Club. He was an avid hunter and woodsman, a golfer, setback/checkers player and Mountaineers fan. He was also a Methodist by faith.

On March 23, 1946, he was united in marriage to Wedith Greenleaf Moore, who survives at the Dolliver Street home.

He is survived by two grandsons, Scott Cozzens of Vincent, Ohio, and Jeff Cozzens of Lexington, NC, sons of the late Barbara Kirby Cozzens; lifetime best friend and nephew, Tom Moore of Glenville. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Moore was the last surviving member of his immediate family, having been preceded by four brothers and three sisters, Orton, Hayman, Hugh and Doy Lee Moore, Lillie Meadows, Madge Vannoey and Flora Frame.

Funeral services will be 11 AM Thursday at the Ellyson Mortuary Inc., Glenville, with Pastor Bryan Groves officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedarville Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Wednesday at the mortuary.

Ellyson Mortuary Inc. is assisting the family of Albert Moore with arrangements.

Gilmer County Circuit Court Report - 07.14.09

On Tuesday, July 14, 2009 arraignments were held for those persons indicted last Tuesday, July 7, 2009.

—- Kathy Mae Marks of Glenville appeared by her attorney, R. Russell Stobbs of Weston and entered a NOT Guilty Plea for the charge of delivery of a schedule II controlled substance, and asked that her case be continued to the November 2009 term of Circuit Court. Her plea was accepted and her case was continued. However, she then failed to pass the drug test and was sent to Central Regional Jail. Her trial is now set for Thursday, October 1, 2009.

—- Tabitha Gibson of Glenville appeared and was represented by her attorney Christina Flanigan of Buckhannon. She entered a Not Guilty plea on charges of obtaining a controlled substance by misrepresentation, uttering and forgery. Her trial is set to Wednesday, October 7, 2009.

—- Dustin Chad Reed appeared represented by his attorney, T.J. Drake of Sutton. He entered a plea of NOT Guilty on charges of 7 counts of forgery and uttering, 1 count of forgery and 1 count of grand larceny. His case was continued to the November 2009 term. However, he also failed to pass the drug test and has until 4:00 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 to produce the list of medications he is prescribed by his doctor or he will be sent to Central Regional Jail.

—- Steven Ronald Crislip appeared represented by his attorney Garth Beck of Clarksburg, WV. He entered a plea of NOT Guilty on charges of 2 counts of grand larceny. His case is set for trial on Tuesday, October 27, 2009.

—- Jessica Lynn Self appeared and was arraigned. She entered Not Guilty to all charges of 19 counts of embezzlement, and posted $5000.00 surely bond. T.J. Drake was reappointed to represent her. Her trial is set for Tuesday, October 27, 2009.

Five Pleas were scheduled:

—- State vs. Waymond E. Jones II. Jones was scheduled to plea to a misdemeanor, which Judge refused to accept the pleas. He was represented by Todd Bailess of Charleston, WV and his trial is now set for Wednesday, September 2, 2009.

—- David Allen Shaffer Pled to grand larceny and his sentencing is set for Monday, September 14, 2009 at 1:00 PM. He was represented by Bernie Mauser of Sutton.

—- State vs. Benjamin Lee Donaldson. His misdemeanor plea was rejected and his trial is set for Wednesday, July 22, 2009. He was represented by Kevin Hughart of Sissonville, WV.

—- Douglas Ray Hamilton of Big Bend, WV pled to 2 counts of grand larceny and 2 counts of conspiracy for his role in the theft at Lignetics. All other felonies were dismissed. He will be sentenced on Monday, September 14, 2009 at 1:30 PM. He was represented by T.J. Drake.

—- Gary Dobbins of Cedarville entered a plea to burglary and has his other count dismissed. His plea agreement was handled by Special Prosecutor Kelly Hamon McLaughlin of Sutton, and he was represented by Christina Flanigan of Buckhannon, WV. Sentencing will be Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at 11:45 AM.

—- Jesse Lee James Milk is currently in Central Regional Jail and is represented by R. Russell Stobbs of Weston. His trial is set for Tuesday, September 29, 2009.

Petit Jury will report at 8:30 AM on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 with 2 trial remaining on the docket for that day:
State vs. Kenneth Johnson
State vs. Ricky Deterline

Berl G. Kimble

Berl G. Kimble
Age 79 of Glenville, passed away July 14, 2009.

He was born November 22, 1929 in Gilmer County and was a son of the late John O. Kimble and Lillie M. Kimble. He was retired from Dowell Division of DOW Chemical Company with 24 years of service. He was a member of Eureka Lodge #40, A.F. and A.M. of Grantsville and the Mt.Pisgah Baptist Church of Stumptown. He was President of Cedar Creek Senior Satelite Center, was a summer youth supervisor at Cedar Creek State Park, was co-owner of A Dash of Spice Greenhouse and Florist for 25 years and served in the US Army during the Korean conflict.

Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Carol Kimble. 2 daughters Beth (David) Dorsey of Wise, VA and Jan (Thim) Beach of Vero Beach, FL. A son, Frank Kimble of Glenville. A foster daughter, Arleta(Gerald) Davis of Glenville. A brother, Albert Kimble of Parkersburg. A sister, Barbara Hathway of Weston. A foster sister Christine Wayne of Buckhannon. 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 PM at the Stump Funeral Home in Grantsville.

Interment will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Masonic graveside rites. Friends may call at the funeral home from 12 Noon Thursday until time of services. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Cedar Creek Senior Satelite Center, c/o Emma Paugh, HC36, Box 11, Cedarville, WV 26611.

Gilmer County 4-H Camp 2009

From June 21 to June 25, 2009, 64 campers and many adults enjoyed the annual Gilmer County 4-H Camp that took place at the Gilmer County Recreation Center.

This year’s camp theme was “4-H Camp Meets Hollywood.” Campers had the opportunity to participate in 25 different classes during 3 periods throughout the day.

The campers also engaged in tribal sports, tribal meetings, swimming, and assemblies.  Assembly guests for the week included:
The Stardust Dancers on Sunday
Susan Sullivan from WBOY on Monday
Bil Lepp, one of West Virginia’s top “liars,” on Tuesday
Wednesday’s activities included the annual talent show in which many local youth displayed their outstanding abilities.
Thursday was the annual field day which consisted of a newly introduced game, “Banana Biggie,’” at Gilmer County 4-H Camp.

Each night was concluded with a Council Circle and the sounds of camp spirit echoing in the hills.

On Tuesday evening, we were delighted to invite individuals and organizations who donate to the Gilmer County 4-H Leaders Association to eat dinner with us at camp. We had 17 individuals attend and they were treated to dinner with the chiefs and sagamores and a slideshow of pictures from the first two days of camp.

The two Extension Camping Instructors (ECIs) for the week were Emily Shaffer from Tucker County and Amanda Moles from Wood County. Emily was the instructor of Tribal Leadership and Pre-Charting, while Amanda instructed Camp 101 and Charting Class throughout the week. Receiving their Charting pins this year were Brandon Bain, Alea Hinterer, and Linda Pennebaker.  How! How! to these three fine 4-H members!

Spirit of Camp (Nancy Whiting Scholarship): Brandon Bain, Glenville Gators 4-H Club

Head H: Kayla Peggs, Glenville Gators 4-H Club

Heart H: Mitchell Hickman, Cox’s Mills Tail Twisters 4-H Club

Hands H:  Emma Hickman,  Cox’s Mills Tail Twisters 4-H Club

Health H: Allyson Peters, Linn Lone Stars 4-H Club

Joan Allen Scholarship: Brittani Bell,  Glenville Gators 4-H Club
Alternate: Melody Lowther, Cedarville Centurions 4-H Club

Freda Abrams Scholarship: Linda Pennebaker, Glenville Gators 4-H Club
Alternate: Amanda Lamb,  Sand Fork Seminoles 4-H Club

Harlan Hogue Scholarship: Bobby Nicholas, Cox’s Mills Tail Twisters 4-H Club
Alternate: Charles Hinzman, Glenville Gators 4-H Club

Everett Mason Scholarship: Valeri Sprouse, Glenville Gators 4-H Club
Alternate: Cheyenne Butcher, Linn Lone Stars 4-H Club

State Camp Scholarship from Farm Bureau (Girl): Kayla Furby, Normantown Navigators 4-H Club
Alternate: Hilari Sprouse,  Glenville Gators 4-H Club

State Camp Scholarship from Farm Bureau (Boy): Jonathon Mason, Cox’s Mills Tail Twisters 4-H Club
Alternate: Nick Williams, Glenville Gators 4-H Club

Exchange Camper (Girl): Michaela Luzader,  Linn Lone Stars 4-H Club
Alternate: Robin Pennebaker, Glenville Gators 4-H Club

Exchange Camper (Boy): Josh Klapka,  Normantown Navigators 4-H Club
Alternate: Bill Hardman,  Sand Fork Seminoles 4-H Club

Outstanding 1st Year Camper (Girl): Erin Ramsey, Glenville Green Clovers 4-H Club
Alternate: Sierra Pritt, Glenville Green Clovers 4-H Club

Outstanding 1st Year Camper (Boy): Jacob Persinger, Sand Fork Seminoles 4-H Club
Alternate: Dalton Peters, Linn Lone Stars 4-H Club

Gilmer County Circuit Clerk, Karen Elkin, Releases July’s Docket

THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2009:
—- Chief Judge Richard A. Facemire will conduct an adjudicatory hearing in a juvenile case.

MONDAY, JULY 6, 2009:
—- Family Court Judge Larry Whited has 6 domestic violence cases set at this time. (There may be more filed in the meantime)

—- The regular July, 2009 term of Court will open on Tuesday, July 7, 2009 with Judge Jack Alsop presiding.

—- At 8:30 AM the Grand Jury will meet and Prosecuting Attorney Gerald B. Hough and other special prosecutors will appear and make presentments before the Grand Jury.

—- Persons indicted on July 7, 2009 will appear on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 9:00 AM for arraignments.

—- Status conferences will be held in 6 civil cases. Attorneys will participate telephonically in 4 of the cases.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009:
—-A probation revocation will be heard involving a juvenile.

Thursday, July 9, 2009:
—- The criminal docket will be called and set accordingly.

—- Twenty-two (22) cases will have capiases issued again because their whereabouts are unknown at this time.

Friday, July 10, 2009:
—- No Court is scheduled.

Monday, July 13, 2009:
Judge Alsop will preside over his regular monthly motion day (2nd Monday of each month unless rescheduled).

—- Ten juvenile cases are set for status, one motion for jury trial in a civil case and one case is before the Court for production of documents involving issuance of a subpoena duces tecum to a hospital for medical records of a defendant.

—- It is also possible that Judge Larry Starcher will hear motions in the case of State vs. John Manis Richards the afternoon of July 13, 2009.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009:
—- Arraignments of indictees from July 7, 2009 will occur and also pleas are scheduled.

On Wednesday, July 15, 2009:
—- Petit/magistrate jurors’ wiIl report at 8:30 AM. *** (See Note(3) Below)

—- They will be indoctrinated by Judge Alsop and jury trials will be scheduled.

—- Also on July 15, 2009 Judge Whited will hear more domestic violence cases if need be.

Friday, July 17, 2009:
All 3 Judges have cases set:

—- Judge Whited has 5 cases scheduled before him between 8:30 and 10:30 AM.

—- Judge Alsop has a juvenile case set for 9:00 AM.

—- Judge Facemire has a revocation set in a juvenile matter also at 9:00 AM.

Note(1): As the public knows the Court room needs to be renovated. There is no space for the Family Court Judge when Circuit Court is scheduled. Oftentimes the Circuit Clerk has to reserve the County Commission room for his cases.

—- Also when 2 Circuit Judges schedule hearings at the same time, the prosecutor cannot be in 2 places at once.

MONDAY, JULY 20, 2009:
—- The criminal trial of John Manis Richards is scheduled to take place running through Wednesday.

Note(2): HUD will also be in the county at 10:30 AM in the County commission room so parking will be VERY LIMITED at the Court House.

THURSDAY, July 23, 2009:
—- Chief Judge Richard A. Facemire has rescheduled his regular monthly motion day with 2 juvenile cases set for status thus far.

FRIDAY, July 24, 2009:
—- Family Court Judge Larry Whited has an all day custody case set.
—- Judge Jack Alsop has a civil pretrial set for 1:00 PM.

MONDAY, July 27, 2009:
—- Judge Jack Alsop also has a civil pre-trial set for 1:00 PM

WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2009:
—- Domestic violence day again with Family Court Judge Whited.

*** Note(3): Several petit/magistrate jurors have not returned their questionnaires yet as follows:
Jeffrey Keith Ball of Tanner
Christopher Carafelli of Normantown
Charlotte Chadwell of Normantown
John Dixon of Glenville
William Frymier II of Tanner
Charles L. Greenlief of Troy
Bailey Hess of Glenville
Terry Hess of Glenville
Susan Kirkpatrick of Glenville
Jeffrey McKenzie of Normantown
Robert Peggs of Glenville
Robert Radcliff of Linn
Kandice Ramsey of Glenville
Joyce Riddle of Glenville
Dawna Smith of Cedarville
Victoria Smith of Coxs Mills
Nancy Summers of Glenville
Randi Webb of Normantown
Dennis Wemm of Glenville

Updates will be posted as they happen.

Cedarville Nightshow - Fireworks

The Cedarville Community Association their Nightshow / Fireworks on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at the Cedarville Firehouse.
Show starts at dark.
Some concessions available.

Cedarville Homecoming

The Cedarville Community Association Homecoming will be on Friday, July 3, 2009 at the Cedarville Firehouse, starting at 4:00PM.
Bluegrass music by Fishers of Men, Bluegrass Bandits, and Harmony Bluegrass.
Bring your instruments for jam sessions.
Free hot dogs and sodas.
Bring a covered dish or dessert.

Gilmer County Resident Wins GSC Award

Ann Reed, Records Assistant in the Registrar’s Office, received the Classified Employee of the Year award at Glenville State College’s commencement ceremony May 9, 2009.

When asked about the importance of this award to her, Reed said, “I am honored to have been awarded GSC’s Classified Employee of the Year.  The fact that staff personally nominated me and feel that I am deserving of this award makes me appreciative of the award even more.  I am very proud of this accomplishment and will strive to maintain my same level of commitment for years to come.”

Reed has nine years of service at Glenville State College and loves how a small school brings everyone together like a family. After growing up in an Air Force family and always moving, Reed enjoys now having a place she can call home and is settled in Cedar Creek with her husband Daniel and son Dayton.  She is a 1993 graduate of the University of Idaho with a B.F.A. in Interior Planning and Design.

~~ Annette Barnette - Public Relations & Marketing Director ~~

Area Graduates From Davis & Elkins College

Davis & Elkins College conducted its 100th commencement ceremonies, honoring the 108 members of the class of 2009 including following area graduates.

Associate degree students include:
Dustin Kevin Hern, Cedarville, Nursing
Jerad O. Rose, Weston, Nursing
Gregory L. Wine, Weston, Nursing

Bachelor of Arts degree student include:
Lance William Hines, Sutton, Recreation Management and Tourism

Bachelor of Science degree student include:
Brittney Jayde Wilson, Gassaway, Sport Management

School Reunion: Cedarville

The Cedarville School Reunion will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Recreation Building at Cedar Creek State Park.
Bring a covered dish and an auction item; coffee and eating utensils will be provided.
Come and enjoy the day visiting with old school-mates.

Gilmer County Cicuit Court News: 05.19.09

On Tuesday, May 19.2009 Family Court Judge Larry Whited appeared in Gilmer County and presided over Family Court.

Divorces were granted as follows:

—- Terry A. Hess (41) of Glenville DIVORCED Crystal Hess (32) of Sand Fork, WV

—- Lucas McCune (27) of Harpers Ferry DIVORCED Melissa McCune (25) of Glenville, WV

—- Stacey E. Villers (37) of Cedarville, WV DIVORCED John-Mark Villers (44) of Cedarville, WV

—- Larry Lee Pyles (30) of Normantown, WV DIVORCED Julie Dawn Pyles (28) also of Normantown, WV

—- James Michael Clark (51) of Sand Fork, WV DIVORCED Karen Clark (47) of Weston, WV

—- One contempt petition was rescheduled. Two modifications of child support/custody were scheduled. One was heard and granted and the other one will be dealt with at a later date.

—- Two divorces were rescheduled.

CEDARVILLE SCHOOL REUNION - 2009

The Cedarville School Reunion will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Recreation Building at Cedar Creek State Park.
Bring a covered dish and an auction item; coffee and eating utensils will be provided.
Come and enjoy the day visiting with old school-mates.

4-H News: Cedarville Centurions

Cedarville Centurions:
—- Picked up trash on April 25, 2009
—- Ten trees have been ordered and will be planted as soon as they arrive for Arbor Day.
—- On Saturday, May 16, 2009 will attend WV Youth Environmental Program at North Bend State Park.

Hurshal K. (Shellbark) Reaser

Hurshal K. (Shellbark) Reaser
Age 96 of Burnsville departed this life at 10:00 PM on April 9, 2009 at his residence following an extended illness.

He was born May 9, 1912 in Gilmer County a son of the late Samuel Warren and Margaret Virginia Griffith Reaser.

He was a member of the Cedarville Baptist Church, farmed on Dry Fork and then went to Ohio and worked in a flour mill and foundry. He returned to Dry Fork and farming. He also worked in the old glass factory in Glenville and the Royal Oil and Gas Company from which he retired. During his retirement he loved to fish, coon hunt and make his famous homemade wines.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Flora (Gregory) Reaser and 4 brothers: Monroe, Otto, John and Charlie.

He is survived by his second wife of 38 years, Fanny (Conley) Reaser of Burnsville. His daughter Betty Tustin of Middlebourne, WV and sister Geneva Rindfleisch of Elyria, OH, many nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 11:00 AM, at Ellyson Mortuary, Inc., Glenville with Rev. Tom Whaley officiating. Burial followed at the Cedarville Cemetery. Friends called 4-8 PM Monday, April 13 at the Mortuary.

Ellyson Mortuary, Inc. is assisting the family of Hurshal Reaser with arrangements.

Chatty Ladies’ Club of Cedarville Bake Sale

When: Saturday, April 4, 2009
Time: 9:00 AM - ?
Where: Glenville Foodland plaza
Sponsored by:  The Chatty Ladies’ Club of Cedarville.
Please come out and purchase some baked goods, your support will greatly be appreciated.

4-H Fund Raiser

Cedarville Centurions are selling Joe Corbi’s pizza this month.
Please contact:  JoAnn Woodyard @ 304.462.7093 for more information.