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Paul Forrest Cathell, 90, a hardworking and humble man of Bridgeport, WV, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Paul was born on July 21, 1933 to James and Edna Cathell in Etam, West Virginia, where he grew up with his younger sister Joyce Cramer (Rex). Paul later joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in White Sands, NM. Paul married the love of his life, Charlotte Hendershot, on September 5, 1959, at Community Presbyterian Church, Arthurdale, WV. Paul and Charlotte originally moved to Clarksburg and then settled down in Bridgeport in 1965 in the home they still occupy. Paul dedicated his working days to Union Carbide Corporation and fathering his two children, Janice and Jeffrey. His family remembers fondly the summer vacations they took together each year. If he wasn’t taking care of his 100-acre family farm, working on his coin collection, or reading about U.S. history, you could find Paul in his workshop or garden. Paul was a passionate and skillful woodworker, and he found much joy in crafting furniture for his family. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed the daily activity of cultivating his homegrown vegetables throughout the seasons, gifting them to his family and neighbors, and eating them in his wife’s recipes. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his four-wheeler, and taking daily walks. Paul and Charlotte set a lifetime goal of traveling to as many states as they could together. They made it to 49 out of 50, Paul’s favorite being Alaska. Paul was a long-time member of Bridgeport United Methodist Church and enjoyed volunteering as an usher. Throughout his life, Paul dedicated countless afternoons and evenings to attending his wife’s, children’s, and grandchildren’s extracurricular activities and sporting events. Paul is survived by his beautiful wife of 64 years, Charlotte; loving children, Janice Spicer (Frederick) and Jeffrey Cathell; dedicated grandchildren, Jaqueline Spicer, Matthew Spicer, and Emma Cathell (Steven); newborn great-grandson, Wesley; and nieces, Kim Wolfe, Kim Huffman (Roger), and Karen Cramer. His memory will live on for generations through his woodworking pieces as well as his lessons about prioritizing health and family, being punctual, and valuing the dollar. Friends will be received at Bridgeport United Methodist Church, 251 Worthington Drive, Bridgeport, on Thursday, September 21, 2023 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., where services will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023

Chesapeake – Helen Witt Cathell, 93, passed away April 17, 2023. She was born in Manheim, WV, to the late Noah B. Witt and Lucy V. Zetty. She retired as an Operating Room Nurse at Portsmouth General Hospital. She was a member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Portsmouth, VA. She was the widow of the late Richard G. Cathell. Left to cherish her memory are her children, David Cathell wife Donna, and Kathy Timothy husband Mike; grandchildren Cheri Lowder husband Brad, Mindy Eddy husband Jason, Casey Wykle husband Charlie, Kori Wolfe husband Richie; great grandchildren, Zephaniah Eddy, Leah Eddy, Jaxson Lowder, Morgan Wykle, and Kaitlyn Wykle; and extended family Ann and Edward Phillips, Ryan Phillips, Sara Thomas, Katie Vaughn and their respective families. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday June 30, 2023, at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.

Gordon Blaine Cathell, 79, cherished husband and father went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2023. Gordon was born on April 19, 1943, in Marquess, WV. He was the son of the late Thomas Gordon and Winona (Murray) Cathell. He is preceded in death by his mother and father and brother-in-law, Robert Richards and nieces Shelley Richards and Chrissy Bailey. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Patricia (Bailey) Cathell, of New Town, WV. He is also survived by his daughters, Andrea (Christian) Smith, of Jefferson City, TN, and Jennifer (Scott) Moore, of Winchester, VA, and son, Thomas (Kelsey) Cathell, of Morgantown, WV; one sister Jo Claire Richards, four nieces, and five nephews. He also has three grandchildren grandson Cooper, and granddaughters Brooklyn and Taylor. Gordon was an outdoorsman. He loved to hunt with members of his family, and he appreciated nature and all that it provided. Gordon felt strongly about the importance of hard work. He farmed all of his life, making time each year, even when away from home, to help during the harvesting season. He worked construction, working on projects such as building I-68 and the WVU coliseum. He owned an insurance company with his loving wife Pat, was a realtor, and lastly worked as a Railroad engineer for CSX, where he worked for almost thirty years before retiring. Gordon was a scholar; he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Alderson Broaddus University and a Master’s degree in Physiology from WVU. He served his country during the Vietnam war when called. He used his education and brilliance while studying and testing nerve agents, at a testing facility in Maryland. Gordon was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, nephew and friend to many. He adored his family. He worked extremely hard to assure they were provided for and all needs and wants were always exceeded. Gordon was a big, strong, loving man that showed his unconditional love every day. He will be greatly missed. He passed peacefully surround by his family at Mon General Hospital in Morgantown. Family and friends will be received at Bolyard Funeral Home, 79 Morgantown Ave, Newburg, WV on Sunday, March 26, 2023 from 3:00 pm-8:00 pm and on Monday, March 27, 2023 from 9:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am with Pastor John Shaffer and Pastor David Murray officiating. Interment will follow at the Mount Zion Cemetery with full military honors accorded by the Taylor County Honor Guard and the US Army Honor Guard. Online condolences can be made at www.bolyardfuneralhomewv.com. Bolyard Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cathell family.

Ralph Junior Cathell, 76, of Clarksburg, joined his wife in heaven on Friday, December 9, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Belington, WV, on April 8, 1946, a son of the late Ralph and Ola England Cathell. Mr. Cathell was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Williams Cathell, in 2009. He is survived by his daughter, Misty Rapp and husband John of Bridgeport, WV; his sons, Ralph W. Cathell and wife Gloria of New Jersey, and Joe Williams of North View; five grandchildren, Audrey Hill and husband Jake, Krista Huff, Aliyah Cain and husband Dalton, R.J. Cathell, and Reese Albright; and three great-grandchildren, Peyton, Maci, and Phoenix. Ralph is also survived by one sister, Janet Mulligan of Florida; one brother, John Cathell and wife Charlene of Good Hope, WV; several nieces and nephews; as well as a special friend and neighbor, Danny. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Cathell was preceded in death by his infant sister, and daughter, Melissa Cathell. Ralph was a graduate of Bridgeport High School, Class of 1964, and was a veteran in the U.S. Army. He loved working on old cars, gardening, canning, but above all he loved his grandchildren. He loved nothing more than a cup of coffee and the warm sunshine on his face. Family and friends may call at the Amos Carvelli Funeral Home, 201 Edison Street, Nutter Fort, on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 11 a.m. to noon. The funeral service will be held at the conclusion of the visitation at noon with Pastor Richard Settles presiding. Interment will be in the Concord Cemetery in Belington. Expressions of sympathy may be extended to the family at www.amoscarvelli.com. A service of Amos Carvelli Funeral Home.

KINGWOOD, WV – Mrs. Cyrena May (Lipscomb) Cathell, 78, wife of Stewart H. Cathell, died Thursday night, January 18, 1951 at her home in Addison, PA, after an illness of two years. Mrs. Cathell was born September 8, 1872, near St. George, Tucker County, WV a daughter of the late Theodore and Cyrena (Minear) Lipscomb. She and her husband resided in the Green Valley section of Preston County, WV before they moved to Addison in 1946. Survivors include eight sons, Oscar, Arvil R. and Kenneth Cathell of Rowlesburg, WV; Harry Cathell of Flemington, WV; Boyd Cathell of Wall, PA near McKeesport; Elmer Cathell of Clairton, PA; Everett Cathell of Baltimore, MD, and Lee Cathell of Cumberland, MD; four daughters, Mrs. Anna Laura (Cathell) Boring of Addison, PA; Mrs. Lulu (Cathell) Lipscomb of Carrollton, OH; Mrs. Goldie (Cathell) Arvil of Steubenville, OH and Mrs. Mary (Cathell) Burke of Canton Ohio; 41 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. The Cumberland News (Cumberland, Maryland) – Wednesday, January 24, 1951 – Page 14.
Steward H. Cathell in the West Virginia, Deaths Index, 1853-1973 Name: Steward H. Cathell Birth Date: 20 May 1870 Birth Place: Baltimore, Maryland Death Date: 1 Nov 1953 Death Place: Bridgeport, Harrison, West Virginia Death Age: 83 Occupation: Farmer Race: White Marital Status: Widowed Gender: Male Father Name: Platt H. Cathell Mother Name: Sarah Williams FHL Film Number: 818667

DAILY RECORD," CANON CITY, FREMONT COUNTY, COLORADO, USA - January 28, 1955. MRS. GRACE E. CATHELL, 76, DIES THURSDAY. She was ill for the past two months, but seriously so only a few hours, Mrs. Grace Elizabeth Cathell, 76, resident of Canon City for nearly a quarter of a century, died at a local hospital at 5:25 p.m. Thursday. She was the wife of Rutherford M. Cathell. The couple made their home a 827 Ussie avenue. She was born in Clarksburg, W. Va. on Christmas day, 1879. She and Mr. Cathell were married at Morgantown, W. Va. on Oct. 2, 1900. The family resided at Lamar for several years, moving to Canon City 23 years ago. Mrs. Cathell was a member of the Methodist church and the Royal Neighbors of America. In addition to Mr. Cathell, she is survived by two sons, Fred M. of Kansas City, Kans. and Frank H. of Roseville, Calif.; two grandchildren and a niece. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday from the Holt chapel. Burial will be made in Lakeside cemetery.
Alfred “Rex” Cramer, 81, of Fairmont, passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at the Fairmont Genesis Tygart Center. He was born November 9, 1940 in Terra Alta, WV a son of the late Paul and Eva Taylor Cramer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce G. Cathell Cramer on December 2, 1997. Mr. Cramer was a 1958 graduate of Rowlesburg High School and a veteran with the United States Army where he was stationed at Fort Benning and served in Korea. He was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church in Meadowdale. Rex retired from United Parcel Service with over 19 years of service as a truck driver. He later worked for over ten years at Walmart in the custodial department. Rex had enjoyed hunting in his early years at his wife’s family farm in Etam, WV. He loved to cut grass and maintain his yard. He loyally kept up the grass cutting at two small local cemeteries. Rex had strong family ties that kept him faithfully attending annual family reunions and homecomings in Terra Alta. He and his family were musically gifted, he played the mandolin, and they often played together in pick up sessions. Mr. Cramer is survived by his daughters, Karen A. Cramer of Fairmont, and Kimberly and her husband Roger Huffman of Monongah, his grandchildren, Lauren Huffman of Fairmont, Brooke Huffman of Monongah, and Roger II and his wife Ashley Huffman, of Georgia, and his great-grandchild, Neveah Massey. He is also survived by his sisters, Evelyn Waldeck, Freda and her husband Donnie Hileman, and Sharon and her husband John Nine, and his brother-in-law, Paul and his wife Charlotte Cathell. In addition to his wife and parents, Rex was preceded in death by his brother, Glenn Cramer, and his sister Pauline DeBerry. The family has entrusted the arrangements to Ford Funeral Home, 201 Columbia Street, Fairmont, WV. Friends and family may visit on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 3PM until 7PM and on Friday, October 7, 2022 from 10AM until 11AM. The funeral will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 11AM with Pastor Robert Shaw officiating. Interment will follow at the Grandview Memorial Gardens in Fairmont. Online condolences may be made to www.fordfuneralhomes.com

Harry Joseph Cathell, 77, of Grafton, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Grafton on August 22, 1944 a son of the late Stewart Andrew and Opal Gwendolyn Muller Cathell. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dina Mae Kisner Cathell, who passed away on June 16, 2015. Harry is survived by his daughter, Johnna Shahan and her husband Gregory of Grafton; his son, Stacey Cathell of Morgantown; and his daughter, Jennifer Sinclair and her husband Joe of Charleston; his grandchildren, Lawrence Michael Shahan; Joseph Matthew Shahan and wife Alyssa; Gregory Nathaniel Shahan and wife Lauren; Jacob Wyatt Shahan and wife Hayley; Garrett Andrew Cathell; Elizabeth Kay Cathell; Jackson Ryan Sinclair; and John Abram Sinclair; his great-grandchildren, Colton Shahan; Kynslee Shahan; Cohen Shahan; Jonas Shahan; Athan Shahan; Avery Shahan; and Gavin Doll; he is also survived by his sisters, Gaye Neil Peters and husband Carrol Wayne; Sharon Rose Wright; and Janice Marie Cathell Mayle; as well as his sister-in-law, Beverly Cathell. In addition to his parents and wife, Harry was preceded in death by his brothers, William, Gary, and Randy Cathell. Harry was a service representative for J.H. Fletcher Mine Equipment Company where his job took him to all corners of the earth. He loved to travel and particularly enjoyed his time in South Africa. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Harry was always willing to lend a helping hand and he loved to take care of everyone. To many children, he was known as “Pap” or “Uncle Harry” whether related to them or not. The family will receive friends at Donald G. Ford Funeral Home on Saturday from 3-8pm. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at 12:00pm. In keeping with his wishes, cremation will follow the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to the Wounded Warriors Foundation. Online Condolences:


Paul Earl Bolyard, 91, of Rowlesburg died Friday, November 19, 2021 at his home. He was born August 2, 1930, in Rowlesburg, a son of the late Jasper and Dora Cathell Bolyard. Paul was married on May 10, 1969 to Phyllis Ridenour who died on October 27, 2021, he was a member of the Red Oak Gospel Temple Church, was a member of Local 379, Laborers Union and loved farming, hunting, fishing and his grandchildren. He is survived by two sons, Andrew Bolyard of Rowlesburg and Thomas (Marcia) Bolyard of Fellowsville; two daughters, Edna (Sheldon) Moreland and Angela (Joseph) Long of Tunnelton; four grandsons, Tyler, Nathaniel and Brett Bolyard and Buck Moreland and his granddaughter, Emily Moreland. In addition to his wife and parents he was also preceded in death by, three brothers, Lee, Kermit and Hall Bolyard; his sister, Dorothy Wolfe; two brothers-in-law, Robert Wolfe and Kenneth Funk and four sisters-in-law, Madilyn and Sarah Bolyard, Clara Stevens and Eleanor Ridenour. Friends may call at the Burke Funeral Home in Rowlesburg on Monday, November 22 from 4-8 pm where funeral services will be held at 1 pm Tuesday, November 23, 2021 with Pastor Robert Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at the Red Rock Cemetery.

Phyllis Lorene Bolyard 82, of Rowlesburg died Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at J. W. Ruby Hospital. She was born July 30, 1939, in Tunnelton, a daughter of the late Archie and Edna Loar Ridenour. She was a member of the Red Oak Gospel Temple Church. Phyllis was a homemaker, loved gardening and enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Paul Bolyard; two sons, Andrew Bolyard of Rowlesburg and Thomas (Marcia) Bolyard of Fellowsville; two daughters, Edna (Sheldon) Moreland of Rowlesburg and Angela (Joseph) Long of Tunnelton; four grandsons, Tyler, Nathaniel and Brett Bolyard and Buck Moreland; a granddaughter, Emily Moreland; two brothers, Clinton Ridenour of Kingwood and Robert Ridenour of Tunnelton and a sister, Lucille Funk of Reedsville. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Clara Stevens; four sisters-in-law, Eleanor Ridenour, Dorothy Wolfe and Madilyn and Sarah Bolyard and five brothers-in-law, Kenneth Funk, Lee, Kermit and Hall Bolyard and Robert Wolfe.

Friends may call at the Burke Funeral Home in Rowlesburg on Saturday, October 30 from 4-8 pm where funeral services will be held at 1 pm Sunday, October 31, 2021 with Reverend Robert Anderson officiating. Interment will follow in the Red Rock

Joseph Huvington Cathell from Cumberland News February 27,1964 ROWLESBURG-Joseph Cathell, 96, of here, died Tuesday (February 25, 1964) afternoon following an extended illness. He was born in Baltimore, December 5,1868, a son of the late Platt and Sarah (Williams) Cathell. Mr. Cathell was a member of the Methodist Church and spent most of his life in the Green Valley section. Survivors include six daughters, Mrs. Lawrence Van HaglE, Ridgeley, Mrs. Carl Jones, Baltimore, Mrs. James Mitchell, Mrs. Dora Bolyard and Mrs. Pearl McComber, all of Rowlesburg, and Mrs. Ette Burkhalter, Trenton, N.J.; three sons, William Cathell, Keyser: W.Va., and Gordon Cathell, Fellowsville, W.Va., and Donald Cathell, Rolwesburg, 30 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Twice married, both his wives, Eunice (Funk) Cathell and Callie Cathell, preceded him in death. The body will be at the Kiger-Williams Funeral Home after 10a.m. today. Services will be conducted on Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Etam Methodist Church by Rev. A. J. Young. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The body will be taken to the church at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

Phyllis Lorene Bolyard 82, of Rowlesburg died Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at J. W. Ruby Hospital. She was born July 30, 1939, in Tunnelton, a daughter of the late Archie and Edna Loar Ridenour. She was a member of the Red Oak Gospel Temple Church. Phyllis was a homemaker, loved gardening and enjoyed her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Paul Bolyard; two sons, Andrew Bolyard of Rowlesburg and Thomas (Marcia) Bolyard of Fellowsville; two daughters, Edna (Sheldon) Moreland of Rowlesburg and Angela (Joseph) Long of Tunnelton; four grandsons, Tyler, Nathaniel and Brett Bolyard and Buck Moreland; a granddaughter, Emily Moreland; two brothers, Clinton Ridenour of Kingwood and Robert Ridenour of Tunnelton and a sister, Lucille Funk of Reedsville. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Clara Stevens; four sisters-in-law, Eleanor Ridenour, Dorothy Wolfe and Madilyn and Sarah Bolyard and five brothers-in-law, Kenneth Funk, Lee, Kermit and Hall Bolyard and Robert Wolfe. Friends may call at the Burke Funeral Home in Rowlesburg on Saturday, October 30 from 4-8 pm where funeral services will be held at 1 pm Sunday, October 31, 2021 with Reverend Robert Anderson officiating. Interment will follow in the Red Rock

Garry Lee Cathell, age 75 of Valley Falls Road, Grafton, WV passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV. He was born July 29, 1946 in Taylor County (Hepzibah Community), WV a son of Stewart A. and Opal (Mauller) Cathell He is survived by his wife, Beverly Lea (Haller) Cathell; two sons, Gary Lee “Jay” Cathell, II (Heather) of Grafton and Chad Cathell (Holly), of Branson MO; grandchildren, Brandy Diane Cathell and fiance’ Sam Murray, Emily Dawn Cathell, Knox Cathell, Giselle Cathell, Morganne and Macey Phillips; great-granddaughter, Brixlee Mayle; one brother, Harry Cathell; three sisters, Gaye (Wayne) Peters, Jan Mayle, and Sharon Wright; also several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Randy Cathell and Bill Stewart Cathell. Garry served our country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Garry was the Assistant Superintendent at the Department of Highways for 27 years and he was a member of the Hepzibah Baptist Church. He played and sang with his band, “Mama’s Pride” at several area places such as Garry’s Place, Mountain View Jamboree, Wheels of Country Jamboree, and the Sage Brush Round-Up. His family and music were the most important to him. The family will receive friends at the Donald G. Ford Funeral Home in Grafton on Wednesday, August 4th from 2:00-8:00 p.m. and from 10:00 a.m. until the funeral hour on Thursday. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dave Marsh officiating. Interment will follow at the WV National Cemetery in Pruntytown. Full military honors will be accorded by the Army National Guard from Camp Dawson and the Taylor County Honor Guard. Online Condolences: www.donaldgfordfuneralhome.com The Donald G. Ford Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cathell family.



Anna Mae Cathell, age 88 of Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania, died on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. She was born, Anna Mae Lombard on March 10, 1932 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, one of five children of Frank P. and Lucy M. (Ferrero) Lombard. She was a member of the Jefferson Hills Garden Club, a sewing / card club and a longtime member and volunteer at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church in the Floreffe area of Jefferson Hills. She loved traveling with her husband James, who also, was her best friend. Anna Mae was a woman of great wisdom, with endless time and energy for her family. It was said of her “she was soft spoken and carried a wooden spoon!” In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James Ray Cathell in 2004 and all four of her siblings, sisters, Margaret Antonelli, Lucille Wollenschlager, Dorothy Love and brother, Frank Lombard. Anna Mae is survived by her seven children, J. Michael Cathell of Fort Myers, Florida, Sally Cathell of Jefferson Hills, David R. (Linda) Cathell of Groveland, Florida, Donald F. Cathell of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania, Thomas E. (Joan) Cathell of Lower Burell, Pennsylvania, Kenneth J. (Marilou) Cathell of Whitehall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Gerald S. (Jennifer) Cathell of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania; twelve grandchildren, Jason, Brian, Lauren, Mia, Jennifer, Emily, Keith, Bethany, Thomas, Phillip, Nathan and Adam and nine great grandchildren.



Note- Albert Carrico Sinclair was a brother to Gladys Sinclair Cathell, wife of Clarence Mitchell Cathell-
Denzil Warren Sinclair, age 83 years, a former resident of Saint George, WV and more recently a resident of Hamilton, NJ, where he made his home with his daughter, Pamela Nazario, departed this life Saturday afternoon, May 2, 2020 at Saint Francis Medical Center at Trenton, NJ. He was born Friday, October 16, 1936 at Limestone, St. George, WV, a son of the late Albert Carrico Sinclair and Vespa Mae White Sinclair. He was married to the former Virginia Summerfield, who preceded him in death. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia Ann Kish and husband Arnie and Pamela Nazario, all of NJ; four sisters, Edna Ellen Keller and husband Denzil of Location Rd, Dorothy Mae Sinclair of Philippi, Norma Jean Perriero and husband Robert “Bob” of NJ and Nancy Lea Lipscomb and husband Ernest “Ernie” of Location Rd; eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death are one son, Jackie Warren Sinclair; two brothers, Eldon Milton Sinclair and James Quinton Sinclair and one sister, Alberta Kay Watring. He attended the schools of Tucker County. He was a former employee of the Walker Gordon Dairy, the Greyhound Bus Company, Shop Right and worked for the Tennis Racket Factory, all in New Jersey. He enjoyed taking drives and visiting parks, going out to eat and he loved his favorite dog “Freddie” A graveside service will take place on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 12.45 PM at the Mt. Carmel Cemetery at Limestone on White’s Ridge. Rev. Pat Cassidy will officiate and interment will follow. We encourage our communities to support one another through leaving memories and condolences on the Tribute


note . Mrs. Wiles Grandparents lived in Green Valley. The Cline family were neighbors of Platt and Sarah Cathell and Mrs Cline was a Robinson,sister of Sarah Robinson,wife of George E. Cathell.
Mabel Mildred Wiles, 97, of Tunnelton, WV, died on Sunday, March 1, 2020, at Mapleshire Nursing Home in Morgantown. Mabel was born January 3, 1923 in Etam, a daughter of the late William Henry and Stella Blanche (Bolyard) Cline. Mabel belonged to the Tunnelton Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School; she loved gardening, reading and working crossword puzzles.

Harris Glenden Britton, born January 4, 1934 in Green Valley, died Sunday December 23, 2018. He was the last surviving child of Harris W. and Bertha (Cathell) Britton. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Edna (Taylor) Britton; three daughters, Kathryn (Bill) Burns, Rowena (Clyde) Mersing and Janice (John) Feather; one son, Kevin (Josie) Britton; grandchildren, Justin Burns, Josh (Jaime) Burns, Matt (Jessie) Burns, Vanessa (Josh) White, Jana (Brian) Hammerle, Jessie Mersing, Jamie Mersing, Andrew Mersing, Dana (Adam) McCormick, Bobby Britton, Brooke Britton, and Wade Britton; great grandchildren, Zack, Aaron, Alex, Jacob, Caleb, Maddie, Masen, McKenna, Claire, Nora, JJ (Stephanie), Ben, Trenton, and Eden and a great great granddaughter, Maeryn. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and their families. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers and six sisters, Elda (David) Courtney, Gladys (Foster) Funk, Carrie (Lawrence) Goff, Roy (Mertie/ Julia) Britton, Jim (Evelyn) Britton, Merle (Phillip) Lowe, Doug (Marie) Britton, Georgia (Jack) Fisher, Hazel (Rev. Edgar) Suite, and infants, Elbert and Delbert Britton; grandson, Willie Feather and a son in law Clyde Mersing. Friends may call at the Arthur H. Wright Funeral Home in Terra Alta on Wednesday December 26, 2018 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Thursday December 27, 2018 from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. service time with Pastor Kevin Keplinger officiating. Interment will follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Saltlick Rd. in Terra Alta. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to your charity of choice. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.arthurwrightfuneralhome.com.

Samuel W. “Sam” Cathell, 70, of Keyser, passed away 9:22 a.m. on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at Winchester Medical Center. Born on April 22, 1948 in Petersburg, he was a son of the late Noah Shockey and adopted parents, Margaret (Cox) and Bill Cathell. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Elsie “Oh Shit” Angland. Sam was a self-employed construction contractor. He was a member of Branch Full Gospel Church, McCoole, MD. Surviving are his loving wife of 28 years, Bonnie Cathell; his children, David Long and wife Goldie and Alice Miller; a very special nephew, Ed Angland; his grandchildren, David Shane Long, Matthew Long, Brittany Long, Kiersten Miller, Alicia Miller and Victoria “Tater” Miller and his sisters, Doris Hardmen and husband Leo, Daisy Solser and husband Charles, Lola “Bertie” Schramm, Betty Bosley and husband Dave and Rene Rhodes. He is also survived by numerous other nephews and nieces. Friends will be received at the Markwood Funeral Home, Keyser, on Saturday, August 11, 2018 from 11 am to 2 pm. Funeral Services immediately after visitation, Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 2 pm with the Reverend Jack Lease officiating. Interment will follow in Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser.

Catheline (Cathy) Martin of Dillsburg, PA and Port Charlotte FL, formerly of Rowlesburg, died on December 7, 2017 with her family by her side. She was born June 14, 1922, in Rowlesburg, a daughter of the late Clarence and Gladys Sinclair Cathell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, M. Dale Martin on October 8, 2009 and her infant son, Marvin Dale Martin II. She was the last surviving member of her family, being predeceased by her brothers, Carl Mitchell Cathell and Robert Dale Cathell. She is survived by several nieces and nephews including her final caregivers, Jill and David Cathell. After graduating from Rowlesburg High School, Mrs. Martin supported her husband in his Navy service in World War II and in his obtaining an engineering degree from WVU then his professional career with the Navy. She was a skilled homemaker; designing and making her own stylish clothing, a member of the WVU Foundation, the Irvin Stewart Society and was inducted into the Woodburn Circle Society. Cathy and Dale traveled to every state in the Union and were active in various social clubs and in sailing. Friends will be received at the Etam Chapel United Methodist Church, 35 Bluebird Dr. Rowlesburg WV (Etam) on Saturday, December 16th from 10 to 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held at the Church immediately following. Interment will follow at the Etam Cemetery adjacent to the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Rowlesburg Revitalization Committee, P. O. Box 135, Rowlesburg, WV 26425.

Gerald L. "Jerry" Cathell, Jr., 62, of Knobley Road, Burlington, WV, died Sunday, December 24, 2017 at the Hampshire Health Care Center, Romney, WV. Born on January 25, 1955 at Lorain, OH, he was the son of the late Gerald L. "Pete" Cathell and Lucille Marie "Red" (Millslagle) Cathell. He also was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Delores Metcalf. Jerry was a 1973 graduate of Keyser High School and was employed for 30 years as a signalman with CSX Transportation. A member of the Sunnyside Church of the Brethren, New Creek, WV, he attended the Fountain United Brethren in Christ Church and for over 30 years, was an active volunteer with Camp Galilee Church Camp of the Church of the Brethren in Terra Alta, WV. Jerry was a very mission minded person and worked with and supported many local charities and community service projects. Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Rhonda Lynn (Metcalf) Cathell; two daughters, Chrissi Baker and husband Roy of Morgantown, WV and Valerie Ravenscroft and husband Matt of Burlington; five grandchildren, Morgan and Madison Baker and Cadence, Adelynn and Blake Ravenscroft; a sister, Linda S. Shirley and husband Dennis of Derwood, MD and his father-in-law, Charles "Junior" Metcalf of Burlington. Friends may call at the Smith Funeral Home, Keyser Chapel, on Friday, December 29, 2017 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at the Fountain United Brethren in Christ Church on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastors Craig Howard and Roy Baker officiating. Friends may also call at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser. The family requests that memorial contributions be directed to Camp Galilee, c/o Westmarva District of the Church of the Brethren, 384 Dennett Road Oakland, MD 21550.
CUMBERLAND Mary Louise Knotts, 91, of Cumberland, passed away Friday, June 30, 2017, at the Western Maryland Regional Medical Center Born April 3, 1926, in West Virginia, Mrs. Knotts was the daughter of the late Thomas Cathell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lindberg Hall Knotts; two sons, James David and Stephen C. Knotts; an uncle and aunt who raised her, Jim and Jesse Funk; and a half brother, Larry Cathell. A homemaker, Mary is survived by two sons, Lynn Knotts, Greencastle, Pa. and Phillip Knotts and wife, Lorraine, Cumberland; daughters-in-law, Claudia Knotts, LaVale, and Debra Knotts, Carpendale, W.Va.; 11 grandchildren, Martha Steele, April Platt, Kristian Divelbliss, Josh Knotts, Stephen "Skeeter" Knotts, Rachel Knotts, Cameron Knotts, Elisha Knotts, Summer Knotts, A.J. Knotts, and Zoe Knotts; as well as eight great-grandchildren; a half brother, Gene Cathell and wife Shirley, Keyser, W.Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Adams Family Funeral Home, P.A., 404 Decatur St., Cumberland, (www.Adamsfamilyfuneralhome.com ) on Thursday, July 6, 2017, at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Eric Ruble officating.

Dorothy May Wolfe, 84 of Moatsville, Colebank Rd, passed away peacefully at her home on May 25, 2017 with family by her side. She was born November 5, 1932 in Rowlesburg, Red Rock Community, daughter of the late Jasper L and Dora M (Cathell) Bolyard. Dorothy was a homemaker, she loved helping on the farm for several years and gardening. She enjoyed babysitting her nieces and nephews and spending time with her family. Dorothy was a member of Mount Zion United Methodist Church, on Sinclair Rd, Marquess, where she taught the primary class in her younger days. She is survived by one son, Robert (Bob) Wolfe Jr; two daughters, Loretta Fay Wolfe and Brenda Kay Dunaway; one grandson, Christopher Allen Dunaway; one brother, Paul E Bolyard. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Robert O Wolfe in 1999; three brothers, Jasper Lee Bolyard, Kermit Q Bolyard and L. Hall Bolyard; one son-in-law, William Hoy Dunaway. Family and friends will be received at Bolyard Funeral Home, 79 Morgantown Ave. Newburg, WV, Saturday, May 27, 2017 from 2-8 pm, and at Mount Zion United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 28, 2017, from 1pm until time of service at 2pm with the Rev. Rotha Hall officiating. Interment will follow at the Mount Zion Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to WV Caring P.O. Box 760 Arthurdale WV 26520.

Carl Mitchell Cathell, 89, of Oakland died on Monday, July 18, 2016, at the Cherry Hill Assisted Living in Accident. Born on December 1, 1926 in Rowlesburg, WV, he was the son of the late Clarence Mitchell and Gladys Emma (Sinclair) Cathell. He was a veteran of both the United States Army and Air Force having served in the Philippines and Hawaii during World War II. Prior to retirement, he had worked for Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and CSX Transportation as a signal maintainer. He was a long-time member of the Lakeside Assembly of God and a member of the Garrett County Historical Society as well as the American Legion Post #71 in Oakland. He enjoyed wood carving, bottle collecting and genealogy and as part of that interest, he and with his wife, Dorothy, had recorded many of the graves in Garrett County. He is survived by two sons, Carl M. Cathell, Jr. and wife Kayla A. of Oakland and David W. Cathell and wife Jill of Gardners, PA; and a sister, Catheline C. Martin of Dillsburg, PA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy E. (Bernard) Cathell, on April 5, 2016 and a brother, Robert D. Cathell. Friends will be received at the C & S Fredlock Funeral Home, P.A., 21 N 2nd St., Oakland on Saturday, July 23rd from 6 to 8 PM. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Sunday, July 24th at 1 PM with Pastor Dennis Caton officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow in the Garrett County Memorial Gardens, Oakland MD Contributions may be made in to the Hospice of Garrett County. Condolences for the family may be left at www.csfredlockfh.com


Carl Mitchell Cathell, Son of Clarence and Gladys Sinclair Cathell, grandson of George and Sarah Robinson Cathell, great grandson of Platt M. and Sarah Cathell

Dorothy Eleanor Cathell, 86, of Oakland, died on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Dennett Road Manor. Born on December 22, 1929 in Swanton, she was the daughter of the late Wade A. and Mary E. (Custer) Bernard. Prior to retirement, she was a Trust Officer with First United Bank & Trust for over 30 years. She was a lifelong member of the Lakeside Assembly of God. Dorothy enjoyed studying genealogy and was an active member of the Garrett County Historical Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, Women’s Civic Club and Woodmen of the World. She and her husband loved roaming the world and hunting for gems; they also enjoyed collecting antiques, particularly old bottles. Dorothy was also a gifted quilter and gardener. She will be remembered as a vibrant person who greatly loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Carl Mitchell Cathell; two sons, Carl M. Cathell, Jr. and wife Kayla A. of Oakland and David W. Cathell and wife Jill of Gardners, PA; six siblings, Wilma Bernard of Cumberland, Leroy Bernard and wife Patricia, John Bernard and wife Norma, Mary Harvey and husband Joe and Robert Bernard and wife Joann, all of Oakland and Alvin Bernard and wife Nancy of Swanton; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred Skipper. Family and friends will be received at the C & S Funeral Home, P.A., 21 N 2nd St., Oakland on Friday, April 8th from 6 to 8 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 9th at 11:00 AM in the Lakeside Assembly of God, 18012 Garrett Hwy., Oakland with Pastor Dennis Caton officiating. Interment will be in the Garrett Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made in Dorothy’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Fl., New York, NY 10001. Condolences for the family may be left at www.csfredlockfh.com

Editors Note- Richard G. Cathell was the last of the Grandchildren of Platt and Sarah Cathell generation.

Richard G. Cathell, 86, passed away on August 5, 2015. He was born in Rowlesburg, WV, to the late Charles Cathell and Mae Gaines. He was a retired Navy Chief Hospital Corpsman, with 21 years of service in the US Navy and 20 years with the VA State Health Department. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Portsmouth, VA. Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife, Helen (Witt) Cathell of 65 years; children, David Cathell wife Donna, and Kathy Timothy husband Mike; grandchildren, Cheri Lowder husband Brad, Mindy Eddy and husband Jason, Casey Wykle husband Charlie, Kori Timothy; great grandchildren, Zephaniah Eddy, Leah Eddy, Jaxson Lowder, Morgan Wykle; and extended family, Ann and Edward Phillips, Ryan Phillips, Sara Thomas, Katie Vaughn, and their respective families. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Hwy. Chapel. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 20, 2015, from 6:30 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com - See more at: http://www.hollomon-brown.com/obituary/Richard-G.-Cathell/Chesapeake-VA/1535381#sthash.eVwQWRG7.cLNthq5A.dpuf

Gerald L. “Pete” Cathell, 85, of Saint Cloud Street, Keyser, W.Va. and Green Valley, W.Va., died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at the Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, W.Va. Born on June 16, 1926, at Green Valley, W.Va., he was a son of the late Charles and Mae (Gaines) Cathell. He also was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Harold Cathell and five sisters, an infant Mary Cathell, “Gus” Cato Brown, Violet Carver, Dolly Bolyard Dutton and Ruth Hovatter. Mr. Cathell was retired with 42 years of service as an engineer with the B & O Railroad and CSX Transportation. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Keyser, Davis Lodge 51, A.F. & A.M., Keyser and was a 32nd degree Mason with the Scottish Rites Bodies in Wheeling, W.Va. A US Army veteran of World War II, he was a member of Kelly-Mansfield Post 52, American Legion, Piedmont, W.Va. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Lucille Marie (Millslagle) Cathell; one son, Gerald L. “Jerry” Cathell and wife Rhonda, of Burlington, W.Va.; one daughter, Linda S. Shirley and husband Dennis. of Derwood; one brother, Richard Cathell, of Chesapeake, Va.; one sister, Betty Sohn, of York, Pa.; three grandchildren, Chrissi Baker and husband Roy, Candi Pinocci Johnson and husband Dave and Valerie Ravenscroft and husband Matt; three great-grandchildren, Morgan and Madison Baker and Cadence Ravenscroft; two stepgrandchildren, Heather Nanda and husband Sid and Crystal Garcia and three stepgreat-grandchildren, Aidan, Kailyn and Chandler. Friends may call at the Smith Funeral Home, Keyser Chapel, on Thursday, July 7, 2011, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted in the Smith Funeral Home, Keyser Chapel, on Friday, July 8, 2011, at 11 a.m. with Roy Baker officiating. Interment will be in the Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser. Masonic graveside rites will be accorded by Davis Lodge 51. The family requests that memorial contributions be directed to either the American Heart Association, 417 Phoenix Drive, No. A, Chambersburg, PA 17201 or to the American Cancer Society, 122 S. High St., Morgantown, WV 226501. Condolences and personal reflections to the family may be left after Mr. Cathell's obituary at www.smithfuneralhomes.net.



Cumberland Times News - July 5, 2011


Ronald J. Cathell, Sr. age 70 of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Port Vue, on Tues. April 9, 2013 at the Center for Compassionate Care in Mt. Lebanon with family by his side. Ron was born Feb. 17, 1943 in Etam, WV 1 of 2 children of Elmer J. & Marie (Peaslee) Cathell. Ron worked for Westinghouse / Emerson Power & Water in Pittsburgh for over 38 years. He was a Webelos leader and volunteered for Port Vue Ambulance Service, Red Cross CPR Training, Guyasuta Fire Co. and was a member of St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife, Lorraine (Osborne) Cathell; 4 children, Denise (Robert) Zurcher of Pittsburgh, Dawna Mainwaring of Port Vue, Ronald J. (Kerry) Cathell, Jr. of Glassport & Jennifer (David) Halliday of Jefferson Hills; 12 grandchildren, Anna Marie Mainwaring, Joshua Mainwaring, Jeffrey Mainwaring, Nicholas Mainwaring, Chelsea Mainwaring, Kaitlyn Zurcher, Taz Cathell, David Halliday, Jr., Daisy Halliday, Hannah Zurcher, Lilly Halliday, & Zander Cathell; 1 great-grandson, David Lesko, Jr.; 1 sister, Rebecca Melegari (Cathell) of Elizabeth; a family friend, Howard DeBord; & many cousins & a niece and nephew. A reception of friends will be held Sunday, April 14th in the Stephen D Slater Funeral Home 1701 Route 51 (Large) Jefferson Hills from 1 – 2 PM with a Memorial Service immediately following at 2 PM, Pastor Jody Dausey officiating. If desired family suggests contributions to Family Hospice & Palliative Care: Center for Compassionate Care 50 Moffett St. Pittsburgh, PA 15243

Mary S. Cathell Goodwin GRAFTON — Mary S. (Cathell) Goodwin, of Rt. 3, Bridgeport (Meadland Community), WV, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2011, at her home. She was born May 23, 1926, in St. George, WV, a daughter of the late Harry Edwin and Elizabeth (Moore) Cathell.

She is survived by four children, Carolyn Ball and husband, Jerry, Michael Goodwin and wife, Patty, Douglas Goodwin and wife, Sandy, and Marilyn Sayres and husband, William, all of Meadland Community; thirteen grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; one brother, Vernon Cathell of Pruntytown; also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Wayman E. Goodwin, who passed away in 1996; one daughter, Cheryl Rowan; one grandchild, Samuel Scott Ball; and three brothers, Edwin, Stewart and Dorsey Cathell.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and sister to her family.

She loved her family and enjoyed gardening.

The family will receive friends at the Donald G. Ford Funeral Home in Grafton on Friday, March 11, from 2-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Hepzibah Baptist Church in Hepzibah Saturday, March 12, 2011, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Alan Rosenberger officiating. Interment will follow at the Hepzibah Cemetery.

Mrs. Goodwin will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. until the funeral hour on Saturday.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.donaldgfordfuneralhome.com

Clarksburg Exponent Friday, March 11, 2011 6:47 AM CST

From Betty Cathell Woods GRANDPA (John) CATHELL'S DAUGHTER DOLLY SIMPSON PASSED AWAY THIS MORNING AT 3:00 AM AUGUST 5th (2011). HER FUNERAL WILL BE AT STEMPLE FUNERAL HOME IN BELINGTON , WV . VIEWING AT 11:00 TILL 2:00PM THE FUNERAL HOUR . SHE IS THE LAST IMMEDIATE MEMBER OF GRANDPA"S FAMILY. ALSO SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PETE. I WILL MISS HIM AT THE REUNION. HAVE A GREAT DAY. BETTY CATHELL WOODS

Her obit.

DOLLIE PEARL SIMPSON Visitation: Monday, August 8, 2011 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM Schoonover - Stemple Funeral Chapel 609 Crim Avenue P.O. Box 832 Belington, WV 26250
Service: Monday, August 8, 2011 11:00 AM Schoonover - Stemple Funeral Chapel 609 Crim Avenue P.O. Box 832 Belington, WV 26250
Dollie Pearl Simpson, 91, a resident of the Elkins Rehabilitation and Care Center for the past several years and a former resident of the Beverly Mobile Home Park died Friday morning August 5, in the E.R.C.C. She was born January 27, 1920 at Belington, a daughter of the late John Wesley and Jane Clarice (Layman) Cathell. On July 14, 1941, she was married to Boyd Harold Simpson Jr., who preceded her in death on April 28, 1983. Survivors include a number of nieces and nephews including Delmar Harman of Mill Creek, who had been her care giver and power of attorney. She was also preceded in death by six sisters, Carrie Hill, Myrtle Talbert, Callie Corley, Blanche England, Nellie Barber and Sarah Shaffer and by seven brothers, Howard Cathell, Ralph Cathell, Mitchell Cathell, Johnie Cathell, Bertsell Cathell, Clifford Cathell and Wilbur Cathell. Mrs. Simpson had worked as a baker for the Wallace Bakery and retired as a clerk for Sears, Roebuck and Co. In Washington, D.C. She was a member of A.A.R.P. and Randolph County Senior Citizens. She was known as an excellent cook and enjoyed sewing. She loved her dog “Shu-Shu”. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, August 8, from the Schoonover - Stemple Funeral Chapel, 609 Crim Avenue, Belington. Interment will follow in the Belington Fraternal Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 11:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M., the funeral hour on Monday. Schoonover - Stemple Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

Cathell, Harry ``Ed,`` 68, (editor's note- son of Harry Irvin Cathell who was a son of Stewart Hall Cathell, a son of Platt and Sarah Cathell)of 9831 Gray Fox Lane, Port Richey, died Sunday (Oct. 9, 1988) at home. Born in West Virginia, he came here 27 years ago from Bridgeport, W.Va. He was a retired postmaster for the Elfers Post Office and a World War II Navy veteran. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Elfers and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4322, Parsons, W.Va., and was a charter member of Eagles Aerie 3153, New Port Richey. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; a daughter, Sheila Carccio, Hendersonville, Tenn.; a stepdaughter, Nancy Boyart, Greenfield, Wis.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. George B. Morgan Funeral Home, New Port Richey.
St. Petersburg Times - St. Petersburg, Fla.

Georgia Britton Fisher 69 Bell Run Road Fairmont died April, 1994 at Fairmont General Hospital. She was born September 8, 1924 in Rowlesburg, a daughter of the late Harris and Bertha Cathell Britton. She was formerly employed by Mon General Hospital and the owner of Fisher Grocery, Arnnetsville. She attended Fellowship Baptist Church, Fairmont. In addition to her husband, Jack R. Fisher, she is survived by two sisters, Merle B. Lowe of Wheeling and Hazel B. Suite of Grafton, and on one brother, Harris Glyndon Britton. She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters. Burial was in Arnnetsville Cemetery.
From The Preston County Journal

Thomas Gordon Cathell, 74, of Fellowsville (Marquess community), died Sunday, August 13, 1995 at his home. He was born November 25, 1920, at Green Valley, son of the late Joseph and Callie Adams Cathell. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, was a member of the Kingwood Eagles Club and the Rowlesburg VFW, and was retired from the railroad, construction and farming. He is survived by a son, Gordon Blaine Cathell of Fellowsville; a daughter, Jo Claire Richards of Evansville, two sister, Ethel Mitchell of Rowlesburg and Clarabell Crum of Harpers Ferry; and four grandchildren, Kara Richards, and Andrea, Jennifer and Thomas Charles Cathell. He was preceded in death by his wife Winona Murray, in 1982; a granddaughter, Shelley Richards; and four brothers and a sister. Burial was in the Mt. Zion Cemetery.
From The Preston County Journal

Kathleen Wilson, 78, of Albright (Preston Co, WV), died Thursday, February 27, 1997 in Kingwood (Preston Co., WV). She was born May 7, 1918, in Rowlesburg (Preston Co, WV), a daughter of the late B.G (Benonia) and Mae Funk Sinclair (Benonia's second wife). She was a member of the Wesley Chapel Church and a homemaker. She is survived by two sons, Marvin Wilson and Ralph Wilson, both of Albright; one daughter, Shirley Shaffer of Masontown (Preston Co., WV); four brothers, Harvey Sinclair in Texas, Blain Sinclair of St. George (Tucker Co., WV), Lorain and Bernard Sinclair, both of Mansfield, OH; two sisters, Geraldine Smith of Huntington (WV) and Blondel Cassidy of St. George; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two half-brothers, Albert Sinclair (son of Benonia and his first wife, Caroline Carrico Sinclair ) of St. George, and Arthur Sinclair (son of Benonia and Caroline Sinclair ) in VA; two sisters in law, Zella Fedrick of Gladesville (Preston Co., WV), and Grace Ining of Topock, AZ. She was preced in death by her husband, Russell Wilson; one brother; one grandson; one great-granddaughter; one half-brother (Willis Sinclair, son of Benonia and Caroline Sinclair) and one half-sister (Gladys Sinclair Cathell, daughter of Benonia and Caroline Sinclair). Service was held Sunday, March 2, at Browning Funeral Home, with Rev. Fredric McAllister officiating. Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
FromPreston County Journal, March 7, 1997

Edna Burns Cathell, 87, of Broadus Long-Term Care Facility, formerly of Parsons, died Thursday October 15, 1998 she was born Feb. 26, 1911, at St. George, daughter of the later James Albert and Loella Miller Burns. She attended a one-room school near St. George, worked for the Hopemont Hospital for seven years and was a homemaker. She is survived by a son, Paul Cathell of Bridgeport, a brother, Lester Burns of St. George; a sister Hazel Perin of Philippi, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, James Albert Cathell, whom she married May 18, 1829; an infant son, James Albert Cathell, Jr.; a daughter, Joyce Cramer; six brothers, Roy, Gay, Jess, Wilbur, Oney and Robert Burns and five sisters, Rosie, Goff, Effie, Cline, Lucy Burns, Dove Williams and Dessie Campbell. Burial was in Etam Cemetery.
From The Preston County Journal

Dwight M. “Red” Wiles, 98, of Rowlesburg, died Saturday, February 27, 1999, in Kingwood. He was born Mary 18, 1900, in Grafton, son of the late John H. and Anna Butcher Wiles. He was member of Rowlesburg UM Church and Lodge 165 AF&AM. He began his career at Peoples National Bank, Rowlesburg, (now First Community Bank). He became vice president, president and chairman of the board before retiring in 1982. He lived in Rowlesburg all of this adult life and enjoyed his family and friends. He is survived by a son and spouse, John W. and Karen Wiles of Concord Township, OH, two daughters and spouses, Ramona William Donaldson of Columbus, OH and Harriett and Quintas Feland of White Surphur Springs, eight grandchildren, Dwight, J. David, Lori Wiles, David Donaldson, Melody, Anna Ruby and Patrick Murphy and three great grandchildren Saxbe, Alex and Adam Wiles. He was preceded in death by his wife Merle Cathell Wiles, two brothers and a sister. Burial was in Mount Olivet, Lantz Ridge.
From The Preston County Journal

Audrey M. Sigley Cathell, 71, of Terra Alta, died Sunday, April 21. 2002, at home. She was born Dec. 23, 1930, in Rowlesburg, a daughter of the late Clifford and Alberta Hershman Sigley. She was employed by Hopemont State Hospital as a nurse’s aid and switchboard operator; in later years she was employed as a private caregiver for the elderly. She is survived by three sons and spouses, Donald J. and Georgeann Cathell, of Rowlesbug, Terry L. and Kris Cathell, of Cresaptown, MD, and Robin D. and Joan Cathell of Rowlesburg; two daughters and spouse Karron M. and Ed Teter of Terra alta, and Denise D. Cathell of Las Vegas. One brother Howard Sigley, of Sutton; three sisters, Mary Goins, of Elgin, SC, Lucille Burns, of Rowlesburg; and Tina Tichnell, or Rowlesburg; one sister in law, Ethel Cathell Mitchell, of Hopemont and 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her husband, W. Donald Cathell; one son, Perry R. Cathell, and two brothers, Robert Sigley and Jerry Sigley. Interment was in Flag Run Cemetery.
From The Preston County Journal

Dolly M. Bolyard Dutton, 87 (nee Cathell) died on Friday, July 5, 2002 at Elyria Methodist Village in Elyria, OH following a long illness. Mrs. Dutton was born on June 10, 1914 in Rowlesburg, WV and has lived in this area for the past 40 years. Mrs. Dutton was retired licensed practical nurse providing private care duty. She had also worked for 8 years as a LPN at The Elyria Methodist Village. She was a member of the Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Lorain, where she was very active. She was also a former member of Eastern Star. She enjoyed quilting, crossword puzzles, and collecting cat memorabilia. Mrs. Dutton is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie M. Crate of Vermilion, Betty S. Funk of Ashland, her son, Paul L. Bolyard of Northport, FL, 9 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren, her sisters Violet Carver of Baltimore, MD, Betty Sohn of Hydes, MD, her brothers Gerald Cathell of Keyser, WV, Richard Cathell of Chesapeake, VA. She is preceded in death by her 1st husband Gilbert Bolyard of May 6, 1962, her second husband Charles Dutton on September 29, 1974 and her parents Charles and Mable (nee Gaines) Cathell. Dolly Mable Cathell Bolyard Dutton was buried at Etam Methodist Church in Etam, WV.
from: http://www.loraincounty.com/obituaries/

Hayden Carl Malcomb, 87, of Rt. 2, French Creek, died Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at Holbrook Nursing Home. He was born December 7, 1917, in Braxton County, a son of the late Warrick Ezra and Margaret Posey Malcomb. He was united in marriage on March 12, 1938, to Velma Marie Cunningham Malcomb, who preceded him in death on August 7, 1987. He is survived by three daughters, Patty Lou and husband Gordon Conley, Phyllis Jean and husband Albert Moul, and Barbara Ann and husband Dempsey Lane; two sons, Hayden Carl (Buddy) and wife Mary Malcomb, and Charles Edward Malcomb; three grandsons, Kevin Moul, Travis Lane and Jamie Malcomb; five granddaughters, Cherie Harpold, Rebecca Tenney, Jennifer Morris, Amanda Triplett and Amy Jo Poling; 11 great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Megan, Caleb, DeVonna, Alisha, Erin, Jacob, Claire, Kierra, Sunnie Rae and Jamie Jr.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Earl, James, Cletus and Glenn Malcomb; and one sister, Ressie Cathell (editor's note- Ressie was wife of Mitchell Cathell, son of Jonathan {John, son of Platt and Sarah} and Jane Cathell). Mr. Malcomb was a retired gas well driller of 42 years and a Christian by faith. He loved to garden and was an avid reader. Friends will be received at the Heavner and Cutright Funeral Chapel today from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the funeral chapel with Pastor David Jessie officiating. Burial will follow in the Point Pleasant Cemetery in Abbott. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital and the staff at Holbrook Nursing Home for the special care they gave during Mr. Malcomb's illness. The Heavner and Cutright Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Harley Neal Cathell, Birth: Sep. 8, 1926, Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia, USA Death:Apr. 1, 2005, Blue Springs, Jackson County Missouri, USA
Harley Cathell, 78, of Blue Springs, MO, died April 1, 2005, at his home. Services are April 4, at the Chapel at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens, Grain Valley, MO. Burial in Swan Lake Memorial Gardens. Harley was born September 8, 1926, in Morgantown, WV, the son of Theodore and Hazel (Price) Cathell. He was a Navy Veteran of WW II, and an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Harley worked at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, retiring as an inspector in 1992. He was united in marriage to Bernice Eft, June 14, 1955. He was preceded in death by sisters, Charlotte E. Boatwright and Delia M. Moran, and his brother, Richard Cash. He is survived by daughter, Kathleen Cathell and a son, Ward Cathell, both of Harrisonville; and a sister, Shirley E. Cash, Morgantown, WV. Arr: Atkinson Chapel, Harrisonville, MO
KANSAS CITY STAR, (3/Apr/2005)

Sarah Elizabeth Cathell Shaffer, 82, a resident of the Barbour County Good Samaritan Center, Belington, formerly of Philippi, died Saturday morning, May 28, 2005, in the Good Samaritan Center, following an extended illness. She was born Oct. 25, 1922, at Belington, a daughter of the late John Wesley and Jane Clarecy Layman Cathell. On May 17, 1941, she was married to Roscoe T. Shaffer, who preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 1979. Survivors include a foster daughter, Lynn Monahan and husband, Junior, of Parsons; stepdaughter, Virginia Gay Cross and husband, Edward, of Streetsboro, Ohio; foster grandson, Adam Bo Carr of Worthington; one sister, Dolly Simpson of Elkins; two stepgrandsons, Chuck Cross and Lee Cross, both of Streetsboro; one stepgreat-granddaughter, Melissa Cross; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by five sisters, Carrie Hill, Blanche England, Callie Marie Corley, Myrtle Talbert and Nellie Barber; seven brothers, Howard Cathell, Ralph Cathell, Mitchell Cathell, Johnie Cathell, Bertsell Cathell, Clifford “Bud” Cathell and Wilbur Cathell; and two half sisters, Ethel Rollins and Daisy Cathell. Mrs. Shaffer was retired from the laundry department of the Broaddus Hospital with 35 years service. She was a member of the Philippi United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be conducted from the Stemple & Forman Funeral Home, 385 So. Main Street, Philippi at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, with Pastor Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery. Friends were received at the funeral home from 7 p.m until 9 p.m. Monday and may call from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Wednesday. Memorials may be take the form of contributions to Mountain Hospice Inc., P.O. Box 173, Belington, W.Va. 26250. Stemple & Forman Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
From 31 May 2005 Elkins InterMountain

Dorothy Louise Tenney, 77, of the Stringtown community, Belington, died Sunday, March 12, 2006, in Davis Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. She was born Oct. 12, 1928, at the Berryburg community, Philippi, a daughter of the late Porter Lovett and Mable Pauline (Weaver) Cross. On Jan. 10, 1947, she was married to William Linn Tenney, who preceded her in death July 28, 1995. Survivors include eight sons, Stan (Che-Che) Tenney of Fairmont, Marvin (Lenora) Tenney and Michael Tenney, both of Belington, Martin “Rusty” (Nancy) Tenney of Ft. Sam Houston, Texas, David (Debbie) Tenney of Carlisle, Pa., Timothy Tenney and Mark (Vickie) Tenney, both of Elkins, and Matthew Tenney, U.S. Army, in Iraq; five daughters, Louise (Bill) Edmond, Florence (Robert) Cooper and Anna (Curtis) Moore, all of Belington, Rosmarie (Bertsell) Cathell of Philippi and Evelyn (David) Thorn of Elkins; two brothers, Junior Cross and Bill Cross, both of Belington; six sisters, Shirley Kelley of Elkins, Jennie Cline of Parkersburg, Sarah Tenney of Canton, Ga., Edna Cross of Belington, Wilma Shue of Elkins and Hallie Shahan of Belington; 23 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a son, Alvin Tenney; and by one brother, Melvin Cross. Mrs. Tenney was a homemaker and was a former emergency medical technician for the Belington Emergency Squad. She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Laurel Mountain Post 410, Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of H.W. Daniels Post 29, American Legion. She formerly attended the Stringtown United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be conducted from the Schoonover-Stemple Funeral Chapel, 609 Crim Ave., Belington, at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 18. The Rev. Jim Tallman and the Rev. David Brown will officiate and interment will follow in Stringtown Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday. Schoonover-Stemple Funeral Chapel is entrusted with arrangements. From 15 Mar 2006.2006 Elkins Intermountain Obituaries:T

Robert Dale Cathell October 16, 1928 to October 25, 2007-- Robert D. Cathell, 79 of Midland, VA died Oct. 25, 2007 at his home. He was born Oct. 16, 1928 in West Virginia a son of the late Clarence M. and Gladys Sinclair Cathell. He was predeceased by his wife- Mabel Virginia Cathell. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a dedicated member of Midland United Methodist Church. Mr. Cathell was retired as a facilities engineer with E-Systems. He is survived by one daughter- Pamela Murphy, Chantilly, VA; two sons- Steven D. Cathell, Pasadena, CA and Ronald D. Cathell, Dumfries, VA; one sister- Catheline Martin, Port Charlotte, FL and Mitchell Cathell, Oakland, MD and four grandchildren. Friends may call from 3-5 PM Sunday at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA where funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 29 at 1:00 PM. Interment Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Midland United Methodist Church, 5435 Midland Road, Midland, VA 22728.

Marvin Dale Martin Marvin Dale Martin, 89, of Port Charlotte FL, formerly of Rowlesburg, died Wednesday, October 8, 2009 at South Park Rehabilitation Center in Florida. Dale was born October 23, 1919, in Rowlesburg, the son of the late Phillip H. and Mary Susan Peters Martin. Dale graduated from Rowlesburg High school where he was active in school activities. He later followed his father into the railroading business. Dale served in the US Navy during World War II as a chief motor machinist mate aboard the USS LSM 178, which put mariners, soldiers, equipment and supplies on the beaches in the pacific. He returned and graduated from West Virginia University with a BSME degree in 1952. He later worked for the Navy Department in Washington, DC and received many awards and letters of commendations. He belonged to a number of engineering organizations including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and was a board member of the American Society of Naval Engineers. Dale developed and installed the first successful navy ship roll stabilizer, hydrofoil fin type which made it possible for hydrofoil ships and air cushion vehicles/ crafts to get to and from the docks and beaches in record time with equipment, supplies, army and marine personnel. His last position with the Navy before retiring was director/chief engineer, for all types test equipment and systems such as automotive, monitoring, diagnostics, performance and metro log and calibration, during this time he received outstanding achievement awards concerning the defense of our nation. When Dale retired in 1980 he and his wife, Cathy became members of the West Virginia University Foundation and the Irvin Stewart Society and were inducted into the Woodburn Circle Society and Dale into the Emeritus Club. He is survived by his loving wife, Catheline Cathell (Cathy) Martin and a number of nieces and nephews.

Cathell, Richard L, b. 05/25/1928, d. 08/27/1955, US Army, SPEC 1ST CLASS, Plot: B 0 1681, bur. 09/14/1955

William Francis "Rowlesburg, W.Va., Sept. 19 (1942)--William Francis, 67, died early yesterday following more than a year's illness. He was born near Bloomington, Md., the son of J. W. and Margaret Heron Francis. He retired in 1939 as local engine inspector for the B & O, after nearly forty years of service. His widow, the former Margaret Burns; a daughter, Miss Beryl Francis, teacher in the elementary school; and a sister, Mrs. R. H. Cathell (editor's note-wife of Rutherford H. Cathell, son of Platt and Sarah ), Canon City, Colo., survive."
From the Cumberland Evening Times, Cmberland, MD, Saturday, 9~19~1942
from Jill Lowe http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/MDALLEGA/2000-03/0953998941

Howard Neil Sweitzer, 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, at Dennett Road Manor Nursing Home, Oakland, after a prolonged illness. Born Oct. 13, 1936, he was a son of the late Lester and Frieda Sweitzer. Howard was a 1954 graduate of Southern Garrett High School, where he was class president and the first Mr. Highlander. He worked as a telegraph operator for the B&O Railroad, and was an insurance agent for over 30 years. Howard enjoyed outdoor activities, especially fishing and hunting. He was also a Little League coach for many years. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Rita (Holler) Sweitzer; one daughter, Jill Cathell and husband David; two sons, Alan "Cork" Sweitzer and wife Kimberly, and David Sweitzer and wife Tracey; five grandchildren, Matthew and Katie Cathell, Rachelle and Ryan Sweitzer, and Tyler Sweitzer; one step-grandson, William Nichols; two brothers, Melvin and James Sweitzer; and one sister, Lois Goselin. Friends will be received today, Thursday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Burdock Funeral Home, Oakland, where a service will be conducted on Friday, July 11, at 1 p.m., with Rev. Donald Matthews officiating. Interment will be in Garrett Memorial Gardens, Oakland.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Activities Department of Dennett Road Manor Nursing Home or the Southern Garrett Rescue Squad.
From The Oakland Republican

Lindberg Hall Bolyard, 81, of Moatsville, WV died on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the Grafton City Hospital. Lindberg was born July 12, 1927 in Rowlesburg, a son of the late Jasper Lawson and Dora Myrtle (Cathell) Bolyard. He was a veteran of the U.S Army. He retired in 1992 from Sterling Faucet in Morgantown after 30 years of employment. He was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Marquess. He is survived by one son and spouse, Lyndon Hall and Rebecca Kay Bolyard of Grafton; two daughters and spouses, Rebecca Jane and Herbert Wayne Funk of Winchester, VA, Holly Dawn and Calvin Ray “Bucky” Sisk of Stephen City, VA; one brother and spouse, Paul Earl and Phyllis Bolyard of Rowlesburg; one sister, Dorothy M. Wolfe of Moatsville; three grandchildren, Chad Sisk, Rhiannon Sisk and Lindsay Marie Bolyard; four great grandchildren, Daniel Lee Sisk, Jeremiah Dean Sisk, Heaven Leigh Dawn Sisk and Allen Ray Sisk; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Sarah Mae (Arnold) Bolyard, September 23, 2007; two brothers, Lee Bolyard and Kermit Bolyard. Family and friends will be received at the Bolyard Funeral Home, 1 Morgantown St. Newburg, WV, Thursday, October 16, 2008 from3-8 pm , Funeral services will be conducted, Friday, October 17th at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Marquess, with Pastor Regina Spring officiating. Burial will follow at the Mount Zion Cemetery in Marquess. Send Condolences online at www.bolyardfuneralhome.com
From http://www.bolyardfuneralhome.com/obituaries


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Green Valley, West Virginia
August 4, 2007


Green Valley, near Etam West Virginia. Platt Mitchell Cathell homestead. Currently owned and occupied by Gerald "Pete" Cathell, grandson of Platt M. Cathell


1907 Map of Etam West Virginia. The Cathell homestead is just off of this map to the southwest.

Platt and Sarah, as well as many of their offspring are buried in the Etam Methodist Church cemetary.

Children of Platt and Sarah Cathell-use "back" to return to this page from links
Name: Cathell, George E. Year of Birth 1865 Year of Death: 1932 Birth Place: Baltimore MD
Spouse: Sarah E. Robinson Spouse Birth/Death:1867-1954 Burial:Etam Cemetary Child: Roy Cathell 1900-1901
Child: Clarence M. Cathell 1890-1983 Child: Bertha I. Cathell Britton1891-1973 Child: James A. Cathell 1895-1964 Child: Nora A. Cathell 1893-1983
Residence: Green Valley WV County: Preston Occupation: Farmer Notes:



Name: Cathell, Joseph Huvington Year of Birth 1868 Year of Death: 1964 Birth Place: Baltimore MD
Spouse: Callie V. Adams Spouse Birth/Death:1884-1960 Burial:Etam Cemetary Child: Perl A. Cathell
Child: Edith J. Cathell Child: Dora M Cathell Child:Earl C. Cathell Child: William E. Cathell
Child: Elsie E. Cathell Child: Dorothy C. Cathell Child:T.Gordon Cathell Child: W. Donald Cathell
Residence: Etam WV County: Preston Occupation: Farmer Notes: 95 years old at death



Name: Cathell, James Mitchell Year of Birth 1860 Year of Death: 1941 Birth Place: Baltimore MD
Spouse:1) Carrie Coburn 2) Annie Turner Spouse Birth/Death:__________ Burial:Etam Cemetary Child:Virgil Cathell
Child: Claude Cathell Child: Child: Child:
Residence: Belington WV County: Barbour Occupation: Notes:Died in Rowlesburg at Will's



Name: Cathell, Steward H. Year of Birth 1870 Year of Death: 1953 Birth Place: Baltimore
Spouse: Cyrena May Lipscomb Spouse Birth/Death:1871-1952 Burial:Etam Cemetary Child: Thomas Oscar Cathell
Child: Anna L. Cathell Child: Harry Ervin Cathell Child: Lula Mabel Cathell Child: Elmer Neal Cathell
Child: Orville Ross Cathell Child: Theodore Platt Cathell Child: Boyd Williard Cathell Child: Stewart Lee Cathell (loved cake)
Child: Goldie Grace Cathell Child: Everett McKinley Cathell Child: Mary Katherine Cathell Child: Kenneth Hall Cathell
Child: Arthur U. Cathell Child: Avril Cathell Child: Robert W. Cathell Child:Ruth M. Cathell
Residence: Hepzibah Community County: Taylor Occupation:Farmer Notes:



Name: Cathell, William Luther Year of Birth 1878 Year of Death: 1956 Birth Place: Green Valley -Etam, WV
Spouse: Elsie M. Spouse Birth/Death:1883-1959 Burial:Etam Cemetary Child:Merrill (Myrl)Cathell
Child: Charles (Charley) Cathell Child: Child: Child:
Residence: Rowlesburg WV County: Preston Occupation: Engineer, B&O Notes: Pension card in Rowlesburg book



Name: Cathell, Charles (Charley) Year of Birth 1880 Year of Death: 1952 Birth Place: Green Valley -Etam, WV
Spouse: Mable (Mae)Gaines Spouse Birth/Death:1887-196_ Burial:Etam Cemetary Child:Betty (Cathell) Sohn
Child: Dolly M (Cathell) Bolyard Dutton 1914-2002 Child: Gerald (Pete) Cathell, Green Valley, WV Child: Richard (Rich) Cathell, Chesapeake, VA Child: Violet (Cathell) Carver
Child: Augusta Cathell Child: Mildred M. Cathell Child: C. Harold Cathell Child:
Residence: Green Valley, WV County: Preston Occupation:Farmer Notes: bought homeplace from siblings



Name: Cathell, Jane Year of Birth 18__ Year of Death: 19__ Birth Place: Baltimore MD
Spouse: Thomas Springs Spouse Birth/Death:_______ Burial:_______ Child:
Child: Child: Child: Child:
Residence: County: Taylor Occupation: Notes:


Name: Cathell, John Wesley Year of Birth June 22, 1872 Year of Death: August 25, 1951 Birth Place: Baltimore, MD
Spouse: Jane Haymon or Layman Spouse Birth/Death:_______ Burial:Concord Church Child: Callie Cathell Corley
Child: Johnnie Cathell Child: Ralph William Cathell Child: Daisy Cathell Child:Howard Cathell
Child: Mitchell Cathell (of John, not of Clarence) Child: Carrie V. Cathell Child: Inez D. Cathell Child:Myrtle E. Cathell
Child: Bretsel L. Cathell Child: Bud Cathell Child: Clifford B. Cathell Child:Blanch Cathell
Child: Dolly P.Cathell Child: Child: Sarah E.Cathell Child: Nellie R. Cathell
Residence: rural Belington WV County:Barbour Occupation: Farmer Notes:



Name: Cathell, Jonathan Year of Birth abt 1873 Year of Death: ? Birth Place: Baltimore MD
Spouse: _____ Spouse Birth/Death:_______ Burial:? Child:
Child: Child: Child: Child:
Residence: County: Occupation: Notes: Jonathan might be John Wesley-above?





Name: Cathell, Martha W Year of Birth abt 1876 Year of Death: ? Birth Place: _________
Spouse: _____ Spouse Birth/Death:_______ Burial:? Child:
Child: Child: Child: Child:
Residence: County: Occupation: Notes:


Name: Cathell, Rutherford B. Year of Birth abt 1876 Year of Death: ? Birth Place: West Virginia
Spouse: Grace E. Francis Cathell Spouse Birth/Death:12/25/1879/? Burial:? Child:
Child: Child: Child: Child:
Residence: Harrison Co. WV County: Occupation: Notes: Married Grace 1899


Notes-Need to classify/verify


1900 Census
Preston County
listed under Stuart (Steward) and May
Arthur U Cathell abt 1899

listed under William L
Charity Cathell abt 1882

listed under Jos. H.
Eunice E Cathelll abt 1872
Perl A. Cathell abt 1890
Edith J. Cathell abt 1892
Dora M Cathell 1894
Earl C. Cathell abt 1897

1910 Census
Preston County
listed under William and Elsie
Merrill Cathell abt 1905
Charley Cathell abt 1908

listed under George E. and Sarah
Florence M. Cathell abt 1890

listed under Charles and Mabel (Charley and May)
Augusta Cathell abt 1907 (Gusty, a visitor to my home in the 1960's ?)

listed under James M.
Virgil Cathell abt 1901

listed under Stewart H. and (Cyrena) May
Arvel Cathell abt 1900 (seen elsewhere spelled Avril ?-if Avril, died Sept 20 1964 Mineral Co WV- retired B&O RR)

listed under John and Jane-Upshur County--assumed to be the same as John Wesley
Daisy Cathell abt 1895
Howard Cathell abt 1904
Mitchell Cathell abt 1904 - spouse was Mary Russie Malcomb-died March 1953

1920 Census
Preston County

listed under John and Jane
Carrie V. Cathell abt 1909
Inez D. Cathell abt 1914
Myrtle E. Cathell abt 1915
Bretsel L. Cathell abt 1916
Bud Cathell abt 1916

(listed in 1930 census--Barbour Co- Under John and Jane)
Blanch Cathell abt 1913
Clifford B. Cathell abt 1918
Dolly P. Cathell abt 1920
Sarah E. Cathell abt 1922
Nellie R. Cathell abt 1922

listed under William L and Elsie
Myrl Cathell (same as Merrill?) abt 1905
Charles Cathell abt 1908

listed under James W. (1861)
Anna Cathell abt 1881 (Annie Turner)
Claude Cathell abt 1909

listed under Stewart and (Cyrena) May
Robert W. Cathell abt 1909
Ruth M. Cathell abt 1918

1930 census

listed under Theodore Platt-Monongalia Co (of Stewart and Cyrena May) Coal miner- died Sept 1936
Hazel M Cathell about 1905-spouse from Maidsville WV
Charlotte C Cathell abt 1925
Harley N Cathell abt 1926
Richard L Cathell abt 1927
Della M Cathell abt 1930

Rita M Cathell abt 1895?

listed under Charles R abt 1908-Preston Co (of _________)
Augusta Cathell abt 1908
Mary L Cathell abt 1926
Jack Cathell abt 1928

listed under Charles (abt 1881) (of Platt and Sarah) and Mabel abt (1888) (May) -Preston Co in addition to above)
Mildred M Cathell abt 1921
C Harold Cathell abt 1924
Gerald L. Cathell (Pete-current owner in 2007 of homeplace) abt 1926
Richard G. Cathell (Rich-resides in Chesapeake VA in 2007) abt 1929

listed under Joseph H. (of Platt and Sarah) and Callie V. ( in addition to above )
William E Cathell-abt 1915
Elsie E. Cathell abt 1916
Dorothy C Cathell abt 1917
Ethel D Cathell abt 1919
T Gordon Cathell abt 1921
W. Donald Cathell about 1924

listed under Thomas O (Oscar)-Preston Co (of Stewart and Cyrena May)
Ora M Cathell (spouse?) abt 1895
Roy E Cathell abt 1915
Thelma E Cathell abt 1917
Mary E Cathell abt 1922

listed under Harry E --Taylor Co (of Stewart and Cyrena May)
Elizabeth Cathell (spouse?) abt 1897
Edwin H Cathell abt 1920
Stewart A Cathell abt 1923
Mary S Cathell abt 1926
Dorsey L Cathell abt 1928

"abt" = about date of birth

source: http://search.ancestry.com




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