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Welcome to Littleton Lodge #131, A.F.& A.M.  Website. Littleton Lodge #131, A.F.& A.M. Corner of US 250 & Penn. Ave., Hundred, WV 26575 Walter Neil Longwell... WALTER NEIL LONGWELL Walter “Neil” Longwell, 87, was called from his home to Christ on October 28, 2023. He was born April 27, 1936 to parents Jesse (Church) Longwell and Albert C. Longwell of Littleton. He came from a big family of 5 brothers, (Warren, Harold, Herbert, Robert & Dallas), 1 half-brother, (Gene) and 2 sisters, (Gladys & Susie) all deceased. Neil retired from Equitable Gas with 33 years in 2007. He was a Littleton Volunteer Fireman for many years, and member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. He also happily accepted Christ and was Baptized. He was a very king, loving, hardworking family man and friend. Watching his grandchildren in sporting and school events brought him such joy. Their hugs were priceless. He loved humor, visits, and friendly conversation. No one needed to be a stranger, and he was compassionate to help someone in need. Neil felt work was his earthly calling. He loved the outdoors including hunting, gardening, mowing, and enjoying his cabin. He was very gifted in music (piano, guitar, and voice) with never reading a music note. He was a gifted carpenter (building furniture, building house structures, and projects). He was even talented with a paintbrush, creating beautiful pictures on canvas, and in writing a few short stories. He could do almost anything with the tools in his hands and an idea. He cherished his family. He leaves his true love & devoted wife of 66 years, Rosie (Mills) Longwell; three daughters, Lisha (Jeff) Morris, Rona (Chris) Gorby, and Karen Longwell. He also has a legacy of 5 grandchildren (Jeffery, Ryan, Ashley, Megan & Jordyn), 18 great-grandchildren; & 3 great-great-grandchildren. His presence will be deeply missed. Friends and family may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM with Evangelist Steve Stevens officiating. Interment will follow in the Rice Ridge Cemetery. Ervin P. Park... ERVIN PARK Ervin Paul Park, 65, of Burton, WV died Friday, December 23, 2022 at his residence. He was born September 3, 1957 at Weirton, WV, a son of George Donald Park of Teagarden Fork and the late Belva Kay Ott Park. Ervin was a welder and member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local #495 out of Cambridge, Ohio. He loved his farm, hunting, fishing, and being in the outdoors. Surviving in addition to his father, is his wife, Janet Starkey Park; one son and his spouse, Daniel T. Park and his wife Amber of Surfside Beach, SC; one daughter and her spouse, Kristie D. Shuman and her husband Adam of Burton; and three grandchildren, Ellie Park, Matthew Park, and Corbin Shuman. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Friday with Evangelist Steve Stevens officiating. Interment will follow in the Yost Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Yost Cemetery Fund, 2364 Hinerman Ridge Road, Burton, WV 26562. Jackie N. Anderson... Anderson, Jackie N., 87, of Morris Run, WV, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at his home. He was born April 10, 1934 in Morris Run, WV, the son of the late Patrick and Effie (Morris) Anderson. He was a long-term member of the Masonic Lodge 39 in Littleton, WV. He was also a member of the Operator Engineers Local 132 with over 60 years service. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Noel Janet (Long) Anderson, three sons, Jay (Cindy) Anderson of Morris Run, WV, Johnny J. Anderson of Tera Alta, WV and Troy (Misty) Anderson of Mannington, WV, a daughter, Jackie (Ryan) Layman of Proctor, WV, two brothers, Bill Anderson and Edward (Diane) Anderson, a sister, Patty (David) Nicopolis, eight grandchildren, Janet (Blake) Hemmann, Rhonda (Brandon) Williams, Brian Anderson, Bill (Amanda) Anderson, LuraAnna (Robert) Ringstaff, Joseph (Ashley) Layman, Kalli Layman and Kyle Layman, seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a step-mother Naomi Anderson. Friends will be received on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 from 4-7 PM at Palmer Funeral Home, Pine Grove, WV where the services will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM. Online condolences may be expressed at palmerfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Journey Hospice, 314 S. Wells St., Sistersville, WV 26175. John J. Gump... John Junior “Bull” Gump, 81, of Coburn, WV died Saturday, October 23, 2021 in J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown. He was born March 18, 1940 at Coburn, WV, a son of the late Richard Gump and Alta M. Gump. Bull was a retired operating engineer. He was a member of the IUOE Local #132 and worked out of both Local #132 and Local #66. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AM & AM. Surviving is his wife of 48 years, Mary Jo Church Gump; two sisters, Shirley Davis and Katherine Snider; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and six brothers. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 11:00 am to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in the Harmony Cemetery at Burton. Carroll L. Ammons... CARROLL “CAT” AMMONS Carroll “Cat” Lee Ammons, 83, of Blacksville, WV died Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at his residence. He was born July 27, 1937, a son of the late A. Z. “Jeff” Ammons and Linnie McCord Ammons of Pentress. Mr. Ammons served as the Mayor of Blacksville in the 1980’s, was past president of the Blacksville Ambulance Service, past member and past president of the Clay Battelle Health Services Association, and a past member of the Clay Battelle Public Service District. He was a 50-year member of the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM. He was retired from Consolidated Coal Company in 1995 after many years of serving as a salary employee. Surviving are his loving wife, JoAnn Ammons to whom he had been married for 39 years; a son Jeffrey David Ammons and his wife Tonya and a granddaughter, Aurora Ammons of Morgantown; two sisters, Peg Tennant of Daybrook and Lorene Priest of Gainesville, VA; two step-sons, Jim Osborne of Morgantown and Pete (Lisa) Osborne & step-grandson, Wyatt Osborne of Bruceton Mills; the best neighbor in the world, Kate Fickey, and several nieces and nephews and great & great-great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Donzil Ammons, Ronald Ammons, and Claire Ammons; and three sisters, Isabele Walls, Marilyn Long, and Glenda Long. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday at the Olive Cemetery at Pentress with Rev. Rose Saunders officiating. The Littleton Lodge #131 will perform masonic graveside rites. Interment will follow in the Olive Cemetery. The Owen-Neely Funeral Home in Blacksville is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity in Cat’s memory. Albert J. Kyle, Jr.... Albert James Kyle, Jr., age 70, of Hundred, WV passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020 at United Hospital Center in Bridgeport. He was born on June 22, 1950 in Fairmont, WV a son of the late Albert James Kyle, Sr. and Irene Pauline Williams Kyle. Albert is survived by his wife Dorothy Durbin Kyle, to whom he has been married to for 35 years; his daughter Ashley Finnegan Slay of Meadowlands, PA, and his son A.J. Kyle III of Fairmont; two granddaughters, Miss Audrey and Katherine Victoria; one sister, Adza “Jean” Tustin of Hundred; and a nephew, Jeff Tustin of Hundred. In addition to his parents, Albert was preceded in death by his brother who died at birth Aaron Tustin, and his grandmother Nellie Williams, who helped raise him and gave guidance throughout his life. Albert was a graduate of Hundred High School, Class of 1968. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served during the Vietnam era on the USS Constellation. He was a member of Local 798 Pipe Liners of Tulsa, OK with 40 years of service. He was an avid Mountaineer fan as well as a Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed photography, hunting and fishing. Albert was Baptist by Faith. There will be no public visitation or funeral services as Albert had chosen cremation as his final disposition. His cremains will be inurned at the convenience of the family at a later date at the WV National Cemetery in Grafton where full Military Honors will be accorded by the United States Navy and The Marion County Veterans Council. Albert was a member of Littleton Lodge #131, AF&AM of Hundred WV. He became a Master Mason on December 13,1988, and was a member of our Lodge for 32 years. George W. Blair... George W. Blair, 72, of Teagarden Fork Community, Metz, WV died Friday, September 11, 2020 at his residence. He was born May 27, 1948 at Bluefield, WV, a son of the late Willard Blair and Myrtle Marie Herald Blair. Mr. Blair formerly worked as a crane operator in the shipyards of Baltimore, MD. He was a United States Army Veteran. George was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM of Hundred where he had served as a Past Master, Electic Lodge #67, IOOF, Farmington, WV, and Scottish Rite of Free Masonry of Wheeling. He was a Methodist by faith. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Cleta Lynn Stoneking Blair, whom he married on January 18, 1969; one son and his wife, Steven Blair and his wife Cindy of Teagarden Fork; one daughter and her husband, Heather Taylor and her husband Colby of Canonsburg, PA; five grandchildren, Dustin Blair (Candy Tingler), Katelyn Blair (Timmy Myers), Alexis Taylor, Brie’Anna Taylor, and CayLee Taylor; mother-in-law, Lillian J. Stoneking of Teagarden Fork; brother-in-law, Michael L. Stoneking of MD; sister-in-law, Glenda J. Hicks and her husband William Hicks of MD; step-mother, Carlean Blair of MD; several step-sisters and step-brothers and many nieces and nephews and one aunt, Mary Muncy of Peterstown, WV. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard L. Blair; one nephew, Richard Lee Blair, Jr.; a brother-in-law, PFC Danny Mire Stoneking; and his father-in-law, John Lee Stoneking. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 5 to 8 PM Tuesday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM Wednesday with Pastor Jason Sleeth officiating. Interment will follow in the Stoneking Cemetery on Teagarden Fork,with Littleton Lodge #131 conducting the Masonic Burial service. Darrell Vane Starkey... Vane, as he was known to friends, was born on September 26, 1928. At the time he became a Master Mason in Littleton Lodge #131, on November 10, 1961,he was a chemical field worker in New Martinsville. He died on August 21, 2020 at the home of his grandson Doug Knowlton, near Cameron, WV. He was buried on the family farm near Kodol, WV. James Smith... James Smith, 85, of Hundred, WV died Thursday, October 24, 2019 in the Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown. Jim was born December 11, 1933 at Follansbee, WV, a son of the late Charles T. Smith and Nettie L. Hall Smith. Mr. Smith was a 20-year veteran of the United States Navy and Air Force. He served in the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal for heroic or meritorious service in a combat zone. Jim had more than 20 years of service in the coal mines (Blacksville #2, Emerald in Waynesburg, PA, and was an instructor at Consol Central Shops located in Monongah). He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 A. F. & A. M.; a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred, and a Board Member of the Hundred-Littleton PSD. Surviving are his wife Agnes E. Smith; three children, one daughter, Carolyn E. Hostutler and her husband Greg, formerly of Hundred, two sons, James M. Smith and his wife Peggy of Martinsburg, WV and Charles C. Smith of Hundred; four grandchildren, Ashley Davis, William Hostutler, Aaron Hostutler, and Danielle; and nine great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 6-8 PM on Saturday. Lydle M. Martyn... Martyn, Lydle M., 92, of Jacksonburg, WV, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019 at his home. He was a Methodist by faith. He served in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion Post 81 in Pine Grove and the Masonic Lodge 131 in Littleton. Lydle was born May 31, 1927 in Roane County, WV, the son of the late Monroe and Madeline Williams Martyn. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Freda Phyllis “Becky” Booher Martyn, a daughter, Sharon Irvin, and three sisters, Rita Goldsboro, Mary Lowe and Nancy Fluharty. Surviving are three grandchildren, Kimberly (Jaime) Brown, Scott (Valerie) Irvin and Brent (Heather) Irvin, two sisters, Konnie Stewart and Patty Sweeney, a brother, Rodney Martyn, a son-in-law, Sam Irvin, seven great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank WVU Hospice, and caregivers, Linda Lough, Whitney Brown, Cindy Howell, Angel Hines and Debbie Thomas. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday for the family at the Knights of Pythias Cemetery, Hastings, WV. Online condolences may be expressed at palmerfuneral.com. Robert L. Stewart... Robert Lee Stewart, 87, of New Stanton, died peacefully March 9th, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Hundred, W.V., Wetzel County to the late Michael and Laura Sapp Stewart. From an early age you could find him “digging in the dirt” in the early a.m. to late at night, a love he carried with him throughout his entire life, eventually operating heavy Catepillar equipment; especially back hoes and dozers. He was an avid outdoorsman, and a Mason of the Masonic Lodge Hundred, W.V. Robert was a retired pipeliner and member of IUOE Local #66 for many years. He was dedicated to his family and who will forever miss him. Robert is survived by his wife Virginia Haddix Stewart, devoted to each other for 45 years spending 34 of them happily married, his daughters Jennifer (Corey) Mackanick and Marthea (Rich) Snider. His six grandchildren Makayla, Caitlyn, Tyler, and Brayden Mackanick and Scott and Jeff Snider, as well as a great- grandson Brayden Snider. He is survived by four sisters, Carol Rhome, Marlene Rhome, Helen Wright, and Patty Butcher. In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by two brothers, Junior and Ronnie Stewart, as well as an infant sister Faylene Stewart. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Vitas Hospice for their love and care Bradley David Wolfe... Bradley David Wolfe ( August 01, 1963 - November 24, 2018 ) Bradley David Wolfe, 55, of Fairview, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018. The world was blessed with Brad’s arrival on August the first of 1963, when he was born in Cleveland, OH. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Marsha, and his son, Jacob, of Leesburg, FL. After graduating from CBHS, he served in the U.S. Army with the 902nd Engineer Company, earning the Army Service Ribbon, two Army Achievement Medals, and the Army’s Good Conduct Medal. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Hundred and employed by Lowe’s of Morgantown. Brad was also a member of the Noah’s Ark Assembly of God in Fairview. Brad was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Wolfe, Sr.; and his mother-in-law, Rose Tennant, who he cherished dearly. Brad is survived by his father-in-law, Robert N. Tennant of Fairview; his mother, Geneva Wolfe of Fairview; one brother, Joseph Wolfe, Jr. and wife Leona of Blacksville; three sisters, Patricia Riley and husband Bob, Christine Knopp and husband Harvey, both of Jarrettsville, MD, Sherry Crowder and husband Richard of Morgantown. Additionally, he leaves behind three very dear brothers-in-law and wives, Randy and Trina Tennant of Fairview, Gary and Susan Tennant of Monumental, and Greg and Julie Tennant of Fairview. Brad’s love extended to his many nieces and nephews, Mike Tennant and wife Ashley, Jason Tennant, Nicole Miller and husband Mike, Olivia Preolitti and husband Michael, Dr. Caleb Tennant and wife Amanda, Michael Ayersman, Matt Wolfe and wife Katrina, Amy Ayersman, Andy Wolfe and wife Amy, Danielle Dawson and fiancé Scotty, Harleigh Tennant, Hanna Tennant, several great nieces and nephews; and a special girl, Kayla Frances, who he thought of as a daughter. Brad leaves behind two very dear friends, who he cared for greatly. It is with a thankful heart that the family extends their love to, Russ Scotchell and wife Robin of Shinnston and Bill Flesher and wife Rennie of Ohio. The family will receive friends at the Noah’s Ark Assembly of God in Fairview on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the church on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Delas Stuzen officiating. Full military rites will be performed by the Marion County Honor Guard. In keeping with the family’s wishes, cremation services will be performed following the services. Per Brad’s request, in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.domicofh.com. Floyd E. Postlethwait... FLOYD POSTLETHWAIT Floyd Edwin Postlethwait, 85, of Burton, WV died Friday, July 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born February 16, 1933 at Wellsburg, WV, a son of the late William Enix Postlethwait and Edna DeGarmo Postlethwait. Mr. Postlethwait was a retired general fieldman from Dominion Hope Gas Company. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was baptized into the Christian Church when he was a child. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Frances Montgomery Postlethwait; two sons, Rex Postlethwait and his wife, Faith Ann, of Freemont, Ohio and Jimmy Postlethwait of Burton; one daughter, Stella Amos of St. Marys, WV; one brother, Lloyd Postlethwait of Fairmont; fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, David Postlethwait. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 2-4 & 6-8 PM Friday, August 3, 2018. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 4, 2018 with Pastor Jason Sleeth officiating. Burial will follow in the Anderson-Bethel Cemetery at Littleton. Hiram W. Milliken ... Hiram was born on February 15, 1900 in New Freeport, PA, the son of George and Elizabeth McNeely Milliken. He has a twin brother John and younger siblings, Mary and Rex. In 1910, records show that the family lived on Garrison Road in Wetzel Co., WV, and Hiram was employed by the Carnegie Gas Company. In 1930 he married Hazel Thomas Milliken and the family had one child, Hiram, Jr. Hiram was raised to the sublime Degree of Master Mason in Littleton Lodge #131 on June 16, 1937, and was a member of the Lodge for 37 years. In 1947, he served as Master of Littleton Lodge #131. Hiram died on March 11, 1970, and is buried in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in New Freeport, PA. John Henry Bradley... John was born on January 5, 1883, the son of James and Clara Sole Bradley. They had one son, Harry L. .Bradley who became a teacher and counselor at Hundred High school. Other children included Opal,Garnet, Ruby, Robert, Norman and John. He was employed by the Manufacturers Light and Heat Company for many years as a foreman and meter man. John became a Master Mason on May 10, 1910 and was a Mason for 52 years. He died on July 10, 1962 and is buried in the Riverview Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. John C. Williams... In Loving Memory Of JOHN WILLIAMS John Carney Williams, 99, of Marysville, OH, formerly of Knob Fork, WV passed away Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Prestige Gardens in Marysville, OH. He was born July 3, 1918 in Knob Fork, a son of the late George “Harmon” Williams and Laura Carney Williams. John was a retired meat cutter who worked at Garden Fresh Markets. He was a veteran from World War II and served in the United States Army from 1942- to 1946. Surviving are his wife Mabel, son Don Williams, daughter Paula Perdue (Ken), brothers, Edwin Williams (Virgie), George Williams (Betty), 8 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 5 sisters, Elizabeth Mason, Naomi Haines, Lenna Dean, Mary Sole, and Doris Jean Stiles. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PMon Saturday, July 15, 2017. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 in the funeral home with Pastor Dale Hostuttler officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery at Knob Fork. George A. Ray... George was born on October 21, 1920, the son of Rev. Albert E. Ray and Elizabeth Lowe Ray. He had two sons, Calvin and G. Michael. To date, he has 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grand children. He was a WW2 US Navy veteran and a retired plumber affiliated with the Plumbers Local 83 of Wheeling, WV. He was raised in Littleton Lodge on January 9,1953, and served at it's Worshipful Master for nine years. He passed from this life on November 1, 1992. He was buried in the Anderson-Bethel Cemetery near Litttleton, WV with Littleton Lodge #131 conducting the Masonic Burial service. James Finlayson... Many thanks to Mrs. Diane Finlayson Salmon for sending her Great- Grandfathers obituary. It is as follows: Charles H. Clovis... Charles was born on December 24,1885. At the time he became a Master Mason in Littleton Lodge #131 on September 10,1912, he was a medical student. He died on February 24,1963 and is buried in the Greenwood Cemetery in Wheeling, WV. George W. Clark... George was born on April 4, 1898. At the time he became a Master Mason in Littleton Lodge #131, on September 10, 1929, he was a farmer and Oil Field worker in and around Hundred, WV. He died on October 5, 1988, and is buried in the Moore Cemetery near Wileyville, WV. George L. Ashcraft... George was born on February 10,1883 to James M. and Catherine Robinson Ashcraft. Although his birthplace is not known, he lived in and around Hundred for most or all of his life. According to records, in 1910 he lived on Rocky Run, and was a farmer. Also, he worked s a merchant, and was an engineer for the Carnegie gas Co. in Hundred. He served as Worshipful Master of Littleton Lodge #131 in 1921,1927,and 1945. He died on November 7, 1946, and is buried in the North View Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. F. Merle Arnett... Merle was born on May 25, 1886 near Metz, WV, the son of Oliver and Terah Arnett He lived in and around Hundred, WV and worked in the oil and gas industry. In 1922, he obtained a passport to travel to Mexico to work in the industry. He was a member of Littleton Lodge #131, and was Worshipful Master in 1913 and 1946. He died on April 15, 1953, and is buried in the Greenlawn Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. Fred Church... Fred Church, 91 of Littleton WV died on Monday December 11, 1995 at his residence. He was born on November 6, 1902, in Littleton, a son of the late George and Caroline Jackson Church. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mildred Cosgray Church. Fred was a retired customer service man for the Equitable Gas Co. He served on the board of directors for the Wetzel County Farm Bureau. and the Southern Stated Coop in Hundred. He was a former volunteer dispatcher for the United Emergency Unit in Hundred. He was a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post 120 and the Littleton Lodge #131 for 68 years. He was a graduate of Littleton High School and a United States Army veteran who served during WWII. He was a member of the Thomas Chapel United Methodist Church. Other survivors include a daughter Peggy and son-in-law Patrick Brown of Huntington,WV and a son Harry Ben and daughter-in-law Wilda Church of Littleton, WV; five grand children, Angela Church, Ryan Church, Chris Church, Shelby Brown and Alex Brown ; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by a son, David Brent Church, who died as an infant ; five brothers, Dr. C.P. Church, Dr. C.B. Church, Carl Church, Homer Church and B.J. Church; two sisters , Jessie Keener and Edna Cain; and a step-brother , Charles Jackson.Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9 on Wednesday. Services will be at 11 am on Thursday with the Rev. Don Newlon officiating. Burial will follow at the Thomas Chapel Cemetery near Hundred. Littleton Lodge#131, AF & AM will conduct the Masonic Graveside Service. Burl J. Church... Burl was born on August 21, 1889. At the time he became a Master Mason ( June 28, 1927) he was a book keeper in the Hundred area. He was a member of our Lodge for 62 years. He died on April 16, 1989 and is buried in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Fairmont, WV. Lawrence Campbell... Lawrence was born on May 11, 1881. At the time he became a Master Mason ( October 10,1905) he was a merchant in the Hundred area. He was a member of our Lodge for 58 years. He died on October 10, 1963 and is buried in the Mannington Memorial Park near Mannington, WV. Ray Burch... Ray was born on August 4, 1899. At the time he became a Master Mason, (November 13, 1928) he was a teacher in the Wetzel County School system. He was a member of our Lodge for 54 years. He died on July 29, 1982 and is buried in the National Memorial Gardens in Falls Church, VA. Harry L. Bradley... Harry was born on January 20,1915. At the time he became a Master Mason (June 9, 1942) he was a teacher in the local school system. At some point in his career, he became a guidance counselor and served in that capacity at Hundred High School for many years. He was a well loved and favorite of many students in the area. He was a member of our Lodge for 41 years. He died on November 9, 1983 and is buried in the Mannington Cemetery in Mannington, WV. John Henry Bradley... John was born on January 5, 1883. At the time he became a Master Mason (May 10, 1910) he was a roustabout in the local oil and gas industry in the Littleton and Hundred areas. He was a member of our Lodge for 52 years. He died on July 18, 1962 and is buried in the Riverview Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. Herman V. Bradley... Herman was born on September 11, 1911. At the time he became a Master Mason (April 14,1936) he was a teacher in the local Wetzel County Schools. He worked in the school system all of his working life rising to the position of assistant superintendent. He was a member of our Lodge for 38 years. He died on January 7, 1974 and is buried in New Martinsville, WV. Clarence A. Bradley... Clarence was born on October 30,1897. At the time he became a Master Mason ( October 27, 1936) he was a gas and oil field worker in the Littleton and Hundred areas. He later worked for the Carnegie Gas Company where he served as superintendent of the company. He was a member of our Lodge for 49 years and served Worshipful Master of the Lodge in 1940 and 1941. He died on February 4, 1985 and was buried in the Thomas Chapel Cemetery near Hundred, WV. Francis M. Bland ... Francis Marion "Frank" Bland, 88, of Wana passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Heartland of Clarksburg. He was born November 9, 1923, a son of the late Samuel Edward Bland and Mary Alice Strope Bland. He is survived by his wife Mary Bland of Waynesburg, PA; one daughter Nancy Murphy of New York; one son Francis Bland of Lakeland FL; grandchildren, Rebecca Rinehart Gorby and husband Jason of Lumberport, and Russell Murphy of Sardis; seven great-grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Colby, Danielle, Quinn, Russell and Ryan; one sister, Mary Toothman of Fairmont and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Frank was proceeded in death by a daughter, Francis Suzette Bland; three brothers, Louis M. "Johny" , Charles E. and Harold L. Bland; and three sisters Sara Jane Masters, Mildred O. Sutter, and Gracie Pearl Sanney. Frank was a veteran of the US Navy , having served during WW2. He retired as a coal miner and was a member of Littleton Lodge #131, AF&AM. There will be no funeral home visitation or services of graveside services at Mr. Bland's request. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bula Baptist Church in Bula. Masters Funeral Home is taking care of the arrangements. Alva Edison Bissett... Edison was born on December 23, 1920. At the time he became a Master Mason ( January 9, 1945) he was an oil and gas producer in the local Littleton and Hundred areas. He was a member of our Lodge for 31 years and was Worshipful Master of Littleton Lodge #131 in 1948. He died on May 28, 1976, and was buried in the Sand Hill Cemetery near Ned, PA. Dennis Franklin Bell... Frank was born on July 22, 1895. At the time he became a Master Mason ( April 10, 1934)in Littleton Lodge, he was employed by the A&P Store. Later in life, he owned and operated Bells Grocery in Hundred, WV. He was a member of our Lodge for 29 years. He died on June 9, 1963, and was buried on June 12, 1963. (location unknown) Howard C. Arnett... Howard was born on June 10, 1898. At the time he became a Master Mason ( April 26, 1921) he was a steam foreman for local business in the Littleton area. He was a member on our Lodge for 42 years and was the Worshipful Master in 1923 and 1925. He died on October 9, 1963, and is buried in the Greenlawn Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. W. Dale Argabrite... Dale was born on January 3, 1917. At the time he became a Master Mason ( November 28, 1939) in Littleton Lodge, he was an investigator for the DPA of West Virginia. He was a member of our Lodge for 59 years. He died on June 19, 1998 and is buried in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Parkersburg, WV. David W. Argabrite... David was born on January 1, 1885. At the time he became a Master Mason ( November 21, 1921)in Littleton Lodge, he was a telephone lineman and farmer. Additionally, he served with distinction on the Wetzel County Board of Education for many years. In 1934, he was the Worshipful Master of Littleton Lodge #131.He was a member of our Lodge for 59 years. He died on June 15, 1980 and is buried in the Woodlawn Cemetery in New Martinsville, WV. Harry K. Anderson... Harry was born December 8, 1909. At the time he became a Master Mason (June 28, 1932) in Littleton Lodge, he was a college student. He was a member of our Lodge for 51 years. He died on August 19, 1983, and is buried in the New Cumberland Cemetery in New Cumberland, WV. John H. Aberegg... John was born June 14, 1887. At the time he became a Master Mason ( September 9, 1919) in Littleton Lodge, he was an engineer with one of the gas plants in the area. He was a member of our Lodge for 54 years. He died on February 17, 1973, and was buried in the Powhattan Cemetery in Powhattan, Ohio. Luther B. Simpson... Luther B. “Dickie” Simpson, 91, of Clermont, Florida and formerly of Wana died Friday, February 17, 2017 and went to be with his wife of 53 years, Glenda Anderson Simpson. Dickie was born April 6, 1925 in Wana, a son of the late Thomas Benton Simpson and Minerva Wise Simpson. Surviving are his second wife, Ruby Ater Simpson, of Florida; four daughters, Janice Simpson of Westover, Joyce Williams of Wana, Donna McClellan of Westover and Drema (John) Frazier of Mount Morris, PA; five grandchildren, David (Stacey) Wilson of Parkersburg, Daphne (Eric) Mauzy of Maysville, WV, Sam (Melissa) Wilson of Westover, Jamie (Mark) Ingle of Falling Waters, WV, and Benton Frazier of Mount Morris; nine great-grandchildren, Sulivan Wilson, Rylin Wethes, Maverick Wilson, Blaise Wilson, Ember (Sue) Wilson, Jakob Mauzy, Jayden Wilson, Trista Sickles, and Jackson Ingle; two sisters, Elva Dee Wilson and Mildred Pratt; and two brothers, Alex Simpson and Elmer Simpson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas Simpson and Wilbert Simpson. Mr. Simpson retired as a foreman from Pursglove Mine #15, Consolidation Coal Company. He loved spending his vacations at Myrtle Beach and camping with his family. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren when they were younger. Dickie was a United States Army veteran who served during World War II. He also was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM and he was a member of the Wana United Methodist Church. Friends may call at the Owen-Neely Funeral Home, 5894 Mason-Dixon Highway, Blacksville, WV from 6-8 PM Thursday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM Friday with Rev. Donald Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in the Eakin-Wana Memorial Cemetery at Wana, WV. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Wana United Methodist Church, PO Box 63, Wana, WV 26590. Thomas G. Lemley... Thomas Gene Lemley, 68, of Hundred, WV died Sunday, May 30, 2010. He was born December 6, 1941 in Wheeling, WV, a son of the late George Lemley and Lela Moore Lemley. Tom was a retired US Airways pilot. He worked for the airline from 1967 until his retirement in 1999, having served them for over 32 years. He was a member of the Littleton Masonic Lodge #131 AF & AM. He attended the Hundred United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, Ellen Arnold Lemley; a daughter & son-in-law, Tammy and Victor Ignacio of Alexandria, VA; one brother and sister-in-law, William C. "Bill" Lemley and his wife Diana of Hundred; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara Shriver and her husband Bill of Hundred and Linda Bernardo and her husband Jack of Myrtle Beach, SC; five grandchildren, Victoria, Dylan, Samantha, Madison, and Antonio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are his parents, a son, Thomas George Lemley; a sister, Eleanor Lemasters; and two brothers, George R. Lemley and Wayne Lemley. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 6-9PM Tuesday. Funeral services will be held in the Hundred United Methodist Church at 1:00 PM Wednesday with Rev. James E. Shepherd officiating. Interment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Gardens at Burton. Jack D. Whitehill... Jack D. Whitehill, 70,of Hundred, WV died Tuesday, January 19, 2010 in the Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown following a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Whitehill was born August 22, 1939 at Wana, WV a son of the late Charles Whitehill and Pauline Black Whitehill. Jack was retired from the United States Government. He worked for the Central Intelligence Agency as an analyst. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred. He and his wife Nancy were the founders of the Mountaineer Deli Mart in Hundred and the Cameron Deli Mart in Cameron. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. He was also a member of the Thomas Chapel United Methodist Church near Hundred. Surviving are his wife, Nancy McClelland Whitehill; one son & daughter-in-law, John and Chandie Whitehill of Burton; one daughter, Shelley Moffett of Fairmont; one brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Rebecca Whitehill of Keyser, WV; and three grandchildren, Zachery Moffett, Danielle Moffett, and Colton Whitehill. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, William Whitehill and Robert Whitehill. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 6-8 PM Thursday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Friday with the Rev. Charlene Edwards officiating. Interment will follow in the Eakin-Wana Memorial Cemetery at Wana. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM will conduct masonic graveside rites. Joseph R. Littell... Joseph R. Littell, 78, of Wileyville, WV died Friday, November 12, 2010 at his residence. He was born November 17, 1931 at Knob Fork, WV, a son of the late Charles R. Littell and Nellie O. White Littell. Joe was retired from J & R Littell, Inc, which was a sawmill operation near Hundred. He formerly worked as a truck driver and worked as a pipeliner and on construction. He was a United States Air Force veteran and a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred. Joe was also a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. Surviving are his wife, Mildred Eileen Broughman Littell; one son & daughter-in-law, Joseph R. Littell Jr. and Amy of Friendly, WV; a daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Butch Anderson of Friendly; six grandchildren, Bethany Littell, Garrett Littell, Luke Drennen, Mahala Stanaland, David Hamilton, and Daniel Hamilton; and five great grandchildren. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were two brothers, Rex Littell and Samuel E. Littell. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-8 PM Sunday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Monday with Pastor Dale Hostuttler officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery at Knob Fork. Robert E. Thomas... Professor Robert E. Thomas, 87, Urbana passed away at 5:22 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. A celebration of life service was held at 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 1203 W. Green St., Urbana. Professor Thomas was born Nov. 25, 1921, in Hundred, WV, the son of Garfield and Rena Main Thomas. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sisters Ruth Thomas Taylor and Hazel Thomas Milliken. A native of West Virginia, he began his college studies at West Virginia University in 1939. His education was interrupted by nearly four years of army service in World War II. Upon discharge, after completion of his tour of duty in Europe with the 1263rd. Engineer Combat Battalion, he completed his undergraduate degree in 1947. He earned his master’s degree from Teachers College of Columbia University in 1948 and his doctoral degree from the University of Illinois in 1957. Professor Thomas joined the School of Music faculty at the Univ. of Ill. in 1962. There he began to teach undergraduates and graduates at the school, travel the state to develop in-service education centers, and established the Lincoln-Thornburn Demonstration Center, a research/demonstration/ observation center for the training of music teachers. Pursuing his particular interest in music education, Professor Thomas also directed the Music Learning Center at Holy Cross School in Champaign, which he established in 1978. At the center he coordinated the Early Field Experiences, through which Univ. of Ill. students earned credit by observation and participation. He also flew all over the state to provide service, research and instruction through extension lectures, seminars and workshops. He received awards for both excellence in undergraduate teaching and off-campus graduate teaching. After a 27 year career at the Univ. of Ill. he retired as Professor Emeritus of Music Education in Aug. 1989. He was then able to pursue more fully his passion for historic English houses, continue his lifelong interest in collecting antique china, glass, and furniture, immerse himself in the world of painting and sculpture, paint, write, cook, and deepen his knowledge in all his areas of interest through travel, courses, lectures, and reading. Memorials may be made to the Dr. Robert E. Thomas Endowment Fund at the Univ. of Ill. The endowment fund will provide annual awards to outstanding students in music education at the School of Music. To contribute, please send a check payable to UIF/School of Music, with "Dr. Robert E. Thomas Endowment Fund" entered on the memo line, to Univ. of Ill. Foundation, P.O. Box 3429, Champaign, IL 61826. To make a gift online, go to www.uif.illinois.edu, select "make a gift now" and then "other" and enter "School of Music-Dr. Robert E. Thomas Endowment Fund" where indicated. A memorial service will be held at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred, WV on November 22, 2009. Friends will be accepted from 1:00 PM to the time of the service at 2:00 PM. You may send condolences to the family at www.tennantfuneralhome.com. Charles D. Himelrick... Charles D. Himelrick, 78, of Hundred, WV died Saturday, December 9, 2006 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born in Clarksburg, WV on April 29, 1928, he was the son of the late Virgil Eugene Himelrick and Corrine Methany Himelrick. Mr. Himelrick was a retired employee of Ormet Corp. He retired in 1988 where he worked as a carpenter. He served in the United States Marine Corp and was a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred. He was also a member of the Sand Hill Church of Christ, the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM, and the Scottish Rite Osiris Shrine Temple of Wheeling. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Bernideen Myers Himelrick; four daughters and spouses, Kay Marie and John Krieger of Jena, LA, Patricia St. John of Cameron, Linda and Gene Britton of Hundred, and Shelia and Roger Cain of Cameron; one son & spouse, Richard E. and Pamela Himelrick of Middlebourne; proud and loving grandfather of twelve grandchildren, David Kay Prigga, Suzanne Stapleton, Michael Elliott Prigga, Jonathan St. John, Daniel Nakoma Himelrick, Charles M. Himelrick, Nathan Himelrick, Christina Hostutler, Brian Britton, Jessica Kuhn, Roger Lee Cain and Josh Cain; and eight great-grandchildren, Katie Rowe, Mason Rowe, Alexander Britton, Mahalah Britton, Aiden Britton, Preston Kuhn, Trevor Kuhn, and Zackary D. Hostutler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Charles Robert Himelrick. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-4 & 7-9 PM Monday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM Tuesday with Rick Barnhart officiating. Entombment will follow at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens in Morgantown. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF/AM will conduct masonic graveside rites. Full military honors will be performed at graveside by the Westover VFW Post #9916. Paul R. Cosgray... Paul R. Cosgray, 94, of 2001 Woodside Circle, Charleston, WV died Monday, December 5, 2005 at home. Mr. Cosgray was born March 23, 1911 at Anthem (near Littleton, WV) the second son of William B and Rosa Moore Cosgray. His early education was in the area's one room schools. He graduated from Littleton High School, class of 1929 and also from Fairmont State College. His first employment was as a teacher in rural Wetzel County but in 1935 his talents as a baseball player got him a casual labor's job with Hope Natural Gas Company at Hastings, WV. After working as a rousher, utility man, and field clerk, he was made as district foreman in 1945. He served as a district superintendent for the Bridgeport District for several years and at the time of retirement was divisional superintendent-production and lines for Division II with headquarters in the Charleston area. He was a member of the Littleton #131, AF & AM and former member of the Bridgeport Lions Club. He was a protestant by faith. In July of 1936 he married the former Nancy Lemasters of Hundred who preceded him in death in 1991. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Cosgray was also preceded in death by a sister, Emma Gooding, and brothers, Pat, Glenn, Clair and infant Quentin. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Claudia (Mrs. D Clair) Cosgray, and the following nieces and nephews, Patricia Cosgray Spangler of Hundred, Barbara Cosgray Moore, Janet Cosgray, and Jack D. Cosgray, all of Waynesburg, PA, Annette Cosgray Yost of Murphy, Texas, Gehrig Cosgray of Clarksville, MD, and Joyce Cosgray Vontz of Mt. Airy, MD as well as his cherished neighbor and friends, the Steven & Susan Fox family of Charleston. Friends and family will be received at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred, WV on Friday, December 9, 2005 from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 PM, the hour of the service with the Evangelist Steven Fox officiating. Interment will follow in the Bridgeport Cemetery, Bridgeport, WV. In lieu of flowers, please make expressions of sympathy to Kanawha Hospice, Inc., 1143 Dunbar Avenue, Dunbar, WV 25064 Kimble Six... Kimble Six, 89, of Hundred, WV died Monday, March 7, 2005 at the home of his caregivers, Ken and Toni Ray in Burton, WV. He was born December 16, 1915 at Hundred, WV a son of the late Floyd Six and Mary Avaline Kimble Six. Mr. Six was a machinest by profession. He owned and operate K. Six Machine Shop in Hundred and retired from the business in 2000 at the age of 84. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM and the Oak Forest United Methodist Church. He was a United States Army Veteran. Surviving are one brother, Floyd Eric Six of Delmont, PA; one half-brother, Ralph Six of Wadestown; three sisters, Lydia Loesch of Warren, MI, Ruth Rolshouse of Minneapolis, MN and Lucinda Kinley of Sterling Heights, MI; a half-sister, Martha Six of Gallipolis, OH; seven nephews and five nieces and numerous great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Six who died on April 10, 1994; two brothers, Charles Six and Samuel Six who died as an infant; and two sisters, Matilda Warren and Mary Jane Wilde. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Wednesday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Thursday with the Rev. Rose Saunders officiating. Entombment will follow at the Wadestown Cemetery. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM conduct masonic graveside services. James W. Longwell... JAMES W LONGWELL James W. Longwell, 70, of Littleton, WV died Thursday, June 2, 2005 at his residence following a brief illness. He was born March 7, 1935 on Windy Ridge near Hundred, a son of the late John William Longwell and Minnie Evelyn Postlewait Longwell. Mr. Longwell was a retired crane operator who retired with 37 years of service with Ormet Corporation. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. He had recently been inducted into the Golden Circle Hall of Fame of Country Music. He was a member of the Seven Pines Nondenominational Church but he attended the Solid Rock Baptist Church. Mr. Longwell loved to sing and play music and he was known as the "Leader of the Band" in the group that he sang with. Surviving are his second wife, Bertha B. Moore Longwell; two sons & spouses, Samuel & Karen Longwell of Hundred and James "Tate" and Janey Longwell of New Martinsville; two daughters & spouses, Janet & Donald "Jake" Wyckoff of Hundred and Peggy "Dodi" & Ronald Talkington of Rachel; eight grandchildren and spouses, Joshua "Thad" and Kimberly Longwell, Dana and Amanda Longwell, Alana Longwell, Belinda Longwell, Philip Longwell, Trenton Longwell, Kaitlyn Talkington, and Dakota Talkington; five great-grandchildren, Cara Longwell, Camden Longwell, Nicklas "Trey" Longwell, Hailey Longwell, and Kemper Longwell; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Delores Jean "Babe" Longwell; three brothers, Harlan, Newman, and Denzil Longwell and three sisters, Wanda Jobes, Versa McDiffitt, and Merle Longwell. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-4 & 7-9 PM Friday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 2:00 PM Saturday with the Pastor Larry Holtz officiating. Interment will follow in the Cunningham Memorial Gardens at Burton. Robert A. Bragg... Robert A. Bragg, 75, of Hundred, WV died Saturday, January 28, 2017 in the Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, WV. He was born August 11, 1941 at Cowan, WV, a son of the late James Arley Bragg and Laura Jane Drennen Bragg. Bob was a retired coal miner. At the time of his retirement he was working as a plant operator. He was a member of the Harmony Baptist Church of Burton and the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. Surviving are one son & his wife, Bradley and Drema Bragg of Hundred; two daughters and their spouses, Veronica and Mike Davis of Massillon, Ohio and Angela and Don Pahel of Farmington, PA; one brother, Larry Joe Bragg of Cowan; one sister, Roxie Rodebaugh of Kinsman, Ohio; five grandchildren, Turner Bragg, Madison Davis, Grant Davis, Makayla Kolat, and Megan Gales; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Bragg, who died January 25, 1999; five brothers, Richard Bragg, Charles Bragg, Buren Bragg, Jimmy Bragg, Bobby Bragg, and Roy Bragg; and three sisters, Helen Hoover, Martha King, and Esta Taylor. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home, 2678 Hornet Highway, Hundred, WV from 6-9 PMTuesday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Wednesday with Pastor Linda Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in the Harmony Cemetery at Burton. George E. Cather... George E. Cather, 91, of Metz, WV died Monday, April 12, 2004 in the New Martinsville Health Care Center in New Martinsville, WV. He was born January 23, 1913 at Littleton, WV a son of the late Charles D. Cather and Maude Crow Cather. Mr. Cather was a retired sheet metal worker. He retired from Bethlehem Steel in Sparrowspoint Shipyard, Baltimore, MD. He was member of the Littleton United Methodist Church and the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM. Surviving are his wife, Margaret Gail Cather of Baltimore, MD; two sons, Lonnie J. Cather and Larry D. Cather, both of Baltimore, MD; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Cather. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred, WV from 2-4 & 7-9 PM Wednesday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Thursday with the Rev. Clara Peggs officiating. Interment will follow in the Stoneking Cemetery. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM will conduct masonic graveside rites. Ralph H. Berry... Ralph H. "Biggie" Berry, 52, of Hundred, died Monday, March 17, 2003 in the Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown. He was born June 28, 1950 at Glover Gap, WV a son of the late Arley Ray Berry and Emma Pearl Berry. Biggie was an employee of the West Virginia Department of Highways in Hundred. He was the former Chief of Police for the town of Hundred and for a number of years ran the town water system and garbage service. He was the owner and operator of Biggie's Bar in Hundred. He served as Fire Chief for the Town of Hundred for many years and was the organizer for the Hundred Volunteer Fire Department Gun Bashes. He was the founder of the Hundred Volunteer Fire Department "Field of Dreams". He was a Methodist by faith and a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM of Hundred. Surviving are one daughter and son-in-law, Theresa and Aaron Briggs of Wileyville; his fiance', Leigh Ann Booth of Hundred; one brother, Albert Berry of Orrville, OH; two sisters and spouses, Shirley and Richard "Rick" Smith of Metz and Sue and Dean Stutler of New Martinsville; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Sole and Jean Berry; five brothers, Donald Berry, Charles Berry, James Berry, Roger Berry and Robert Berry. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-9 PM Wednesday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Thursday with the Evangelist Sam Bartrug officiating. Interment will follow in the Morris Cemetery near Wileyville. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM will conduct Masonic graveside services. Ronald L. Huston... RONALD L HUSTON Ronald L Huston, 65, of Hundred, WV died Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at his residence. He was born January 4, 1938 at Clarksburg, WV a son of the late Ralph Huston and Georgia Sine Huston. Mr. Huston was a retired coal miner having retired from the Loveridge Mine with over 30 years of service. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America District #31 in Fairmont. He attended the Harmony Baptist Church of Burton and a was a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM of Hundred and a United States Navy Veteran. He was also a member of the Mannington Moose and he attend Hundred High School. Surviving are his wife, Linda K. Reebrook Huston; three sons, Ronald L. Huston II of Hundred, Robert A. Huston of Cleveland, Ohio, and Ralph N. Huston, of Strongsville, Ohio; one step-son, Jason Reebrook of Mandeville, LA; one step-daughter, Shari Reebrook Moran of Shinnston; one sister, Shirley Kiggans of Paden City; two brothers, Paul C. Huston of Burton and John Snider of Beaver Dam, Kentucky; six grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and one great-grandchild; his mother-in-law, Lorraine Talkington of Clarksburg; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-4 & 7-9 PM Thursday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Friday with the Pastor Linda Roberts and Rev. Warren Martens officiating. Interment will follow in the Thomas Cemetery, Ned, PA. The Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM will conduct Masonic gravesite rites. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made the the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120, PO Box 41, Hundred, WV 26575. John F. Taylor... John F. Taylor, 88, of Hundred, WV died Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at his residence. He was born May 7, 1912 at Hundred, WV a son of the late Helena Taylor. Mr. Taylor was a carpenter and retired with over 35 years of membership in the Carpenters Local #1339 in Morgantown. In his early life he worked for the Civil Conservation Corp. He was a 41 year member of the Littleton AF & AM Lodge #131 of Hundred and a member of the Hundred United Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, Pauline Gable Taylor; three sons, Neil Taylor of Irwin, PA, Jerry Taylor and Russell Taylor both of Hundred; a daughter Mabel Ann Wasson of Fort Pierce, Florida; two sisters, Margaret York of Sterling, VA and Edith Taylor of California; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred, WV from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Thursday, February 22, 2001. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 1:00 PM Friday, February 23, 2001 with the Rev. Richard Ogden officiating. Interment will follow in the Harmony Cemetery in Burton. Masonic graveside rites will be conducted by the Littleton AF & AM Lodge #131. William E. Dieffenbauch... Wilbur E. "Bill" Dieffenbauch Wilbur E. "Bill" Dieffenbauch, 74, of Hundred, WV died Wednesday, October 23, 2002 in the Monongalia General Hospital in Morgantown. He was born November 4, 1927 at Fort Wayne, Indiana a son of the late Wilbur E. and Lela Reeb Dieffenbauch. Mr. Dieffenbauch worked 30 years in the Communications Industry and retired from Alltel Corp. He was a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM, the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred, and the Hundred Sportsman Club. He was a Protestant by faith. He was a United States Navy Veteran who served in Guam during World War II at the age of 17. Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Jacquelyn Shorter Dieffenbauch; six children and spouses, Stephanie Curry, Wilbur E. and Tina Dieffenbauch and Michael Dieffenbauch all of Hundred, James and Amy Dieffenbauch of New Martinsville, Julie and Doug Phillips of Wileyville, and John C. Dieffenbauch and his fiance' Pamela Hall of Morgantown; a sister and spouse, Betty Jean and Edward Storke of Grasonville, MD and Uncle, Claude Reeb of Winter Haven, Florida; ten grandchildren. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred, WV from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Friday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 AM Saturday with Pastor Linda Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in the Cunningham Memorial Gardens in Burton. Joseph H. Wolfe, Sr.... Joseph H. Wolfe, Sr. Joseph H. Wolfe, Sr., 65, of Hundred, WV died Monday, April 2, 2001 near Hundred. He was born December 28, 1935 at Flaggy Meadow near Lowesville, WV a son of the late William and Della G. Tichenor Wolfe. He retired after 25 years of service as a supervisor for Cero Copper and Brass Corporation in Cleveland, OH and returned to his home state and completed his work years at the Emerald Mine in Waynesburg, PA where he worked as a belt electrician retiring after 20 years of service. He was a member of the Oak Forest United Methodist Church and a member of the Littleton Lodge #131 AF & AM. Surviving are his wife of 47 years, Geneva Marie Friend Wolfe; two sons and spouses, Joseph H. and Leona Wolfe of Burton and Bradley and Marsha Wolfe of Fairview; three daughters and spouses, Patricia and Robert Riley and Christine and Harvey Knopp all of Jarrettsville, MD, and Sherry Ayersman of Morgantown; three brothers, Boyd Wolfe and Stanley Ray Wolfe both of Hundred, and David Wolfe of Pentress; one sister, Dorothy Smith of El Paso, TX; six grandchildren, Nicole Riley, Michael and Amy Ayersman, Matthew, Andrew, and Jacob Wolfe. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four sisters, Ann Long, Mary Fowler, Louella Konopko, and Evelyn Stansberry. Friends may call at the Tennant Funeral Home in Hundred from 2-4 & 7-9 PM Wednesday and 2-4 & 7-9PM Thursday. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:00AM Friday with Rose Saunders officiating. Interment will follow in the Oak Forest Cemetery near Hundred. The Littleton Lodge #131 will conduct masonic graveside services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oak Forest United Methodist Church, HC 67 Box 69, Hundred, WV 26575. Flavil L. Sole... Flavil L. Sole, 87, of Hundred, WV died November 18, 2016 at his residence. He was born October 6, 1929 at Knob Fork, WV, a son of the late Harry Odker Sole and Mary Knapp Sole. Mr. Sole was self-employed. He ran Soles Exxon in Hundred for many years. He was a United States Army veteran. He was a member of the Earl Kiger American Legion Post #120 of Hundred and the Littleton Lodge #131, AF & AM. He was a protestant by faith. Surviving are his wife, Mary R. Cosgray Sole; two daughters, LeAnn Harris of Damariscotta, Maine and Penny Sole of Roanoke, Virginia; one brother, Norman Lane Sole of Chardon, Ohio; one sister, Lela June Lemasters of Ronceverte, WV; and two grandchildren, Chase Harris and Tori Harris. At the request of the deceased there will be no services. All services were private and were held at the convenience of the family.