Dorian Lydell “DorDor” Straughter, 43, of Charleston WV, passed away suddenly Saturday, April 3, 2021 at CAMC General Hospital.  He was born October 27, 1977 in Charleston WV to Herman and Barbara A. Straughter. Dorian was preceded in death by his father, Herman Straughter, Jr., grandparents, Herman, Sr., and Ella Mae Straughter, and Daniel and Gertrude Cunningham, sister, Shannah Straughter and aunt, Sandra Cunningham. Those left to cherish Dorian’s memory are...

Thomas Elliott Abnathy, 78, of Poca, WV transitioned from this life into the next on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at his residence. Thomas was married to Sandra L. Carter Abnathy for fifty-six beautiful years and together they had four children. Thomas was a Navy veteran who retired from Nokia (ATT) as a communications technician.  He was a graduate of the HBCU WV State and was a member of Ananda Marga for fifty years. Thomas was a sponge for knowledge and an avid reader, chess...

Gloria Jean Dawson, 73, daughter of the late Spence and Letha Mary Redd Dawson, departed this life Saturday, March 20, 2021.  She was born February 3, 1948 in Carbon, WV. Gloria moved to New York at an early age and worked in Directory Assistance at Bell Atlantic Company for a few years and then worked with the United States Postal Service where she held many positions.  She continued to work at the USPS Bronx P&DC as a  Confidential Secretary before retiring in July...

Jeffie Brandon, Sr., 74, of Charleston, WV passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021 at CAMC Memorial Hospital.  Jeffie was born to the late Pete and Grace Brandon. Jeffie was a loving husband and father who loved life to the fullest.  He loved to joke around and make people smile.  Jeffie will truly be missed. Along with his parents, Jeffie’s sons, Jeffie Brandon, Jr. and Jeffrey Brandon, Sr. preceded him in death. Those left to cherish Jeffie’s memory are...

Nathaniel Curtis Harris, Jr., 61, of Charleston, WV gained his angel wings in transition to heaven February 23, 2021 at CAMC Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was born June 6, 1959 in Madison, WV to the late Nathaniel “Nay” and Wanda Davis Harris. Curtis started working at age twelve and worked alongside his father and younger brother, Johnny, who was age ten.  They built houses in Boone and Kanawha counties for many years. Curtis also worked briefly in...

Marvin Larry Hairston, 76, of Charleston, WV passed away Wednesday, January 27, at his residence. He was born in Jenkins Jones, WV to James E. and Anna Mae Hairston.  The son of a coal miner with a strict upbringing Marvin formed a close bond with his mother.  As the oldest brother of three, and the oldest grandson of fifty-five grandchildren he lived a joyous time.  He attended Wilson Junior High School and Stonewall High School.  After school he joined the U.S. Marines...

Emory Ulysses “Mick” Taylor, 88, of Columbus, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at The Laurels of Gahanna in Columbus, OH.  He was born June 21, 1932 in Ingram Branch, WV, the firstborn of William and Lenora Taylor. Mick was a graduate of Simmons High School in Fayette County. He served in the Korean War in the US Army’s Fifth Armored Division and was a Purple Heart recipient. Mick retired from Ohio Malleable Iron Company. He was an extremely gifted mechanic...

Marc Caswell "Markey" Haynes, 64, of Charleston, WV, born April 5, 1956, the third child of Henry and Mary Haynes, passed away January 19, 2021 at his residence.  Affectionally known as “Markey” by family and friends, he will be remembered for his humorous personality and lifelong love of cars, music, soul food and bicycle riding. Marc was educated in Kanawha County schools and was employed by the University of Charleston at the time of his passing. Marc was...

Matthew Alexander “Matt” Brown, Jr., 61, of Lexington, Kentucky passed away unexpectedly at his residence.  Matthew was born April 22, 1959 in Charleston, WV to Matthew Alexander Brown, Sr., and Loretta J. Calloway Brown. Matthew was raised in Charleston where he attended public school. After graduating from high school Matthew attended West Virginia University in Morgantown.  His love of dance and theatrical art led him to graduate with a degree in theatre. ...

Getachew Ayenew Shiferaw, 35, of Morgantown, WV passed away January 6, 2021 at his residence. He will be buried at Bethel Cemetery in Alexandria, VA.  He  was born in Ethiopia , May 4, 1985 to the Ayenew and Mulu Shiferaw.  Callender Funeral Home is assisting with arrangement.