Dorsey Edward Poling

Dorsey Edward Poling, age 86, a resident of Philippi, gained his heavenly wings on Friday April 10, 2026.  Dorsey was born November 15, 1939 in Philippi a son of the late C. Wade Poling and Francis Elizabeth (Payne) Poling.  Dorsey was united in marriage on August 27, 1976 in Oakland, MD  to Gladys “Mercy” Poling who survives.

Along with his wife Mercy, Dorsey is survived by daughters Alicia “Lisa” Knotts and husband Billy of Philippi, Brenda Bess of Hot Springs, Arkansas; grandchildren Amanda Boehm of SC, Collin Knotts and wife Amber of Philippi, Madisynn Knotts, Alyciann Knotts, and Tyler Knotts all of Philippi; Sisters-in-law Julie and husband Willis Freeman of Moatsville, Patricia Jones of Clemtown and Sheila Wilson and husband Dave of Thornton; nieces and nephews David Jones and companion Karen of Shinnston, Brenda Jones and husband Shawn of Hepzibah, Peggy Jones and husband Mike of Clemtown, Mark Wilson and wife Wendy of Clarksburg, Joshua Wilson and wife Megan of Clarksburg, Willis Ray Freeman and wife Lora of Moatsville, Dawn Freeman of Moatsville; numerous great nieces and nephews; special friend  and hero Cheyenne Sutliff.

Dorsey worked at Jackson Sawmill, Ware Lumber, and various others during his career.  Dorsey was an avid farmer, fisherman, and hunter.  He loved to dance and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by sisters Virginia Isner and Mary Evelyn Wilson

The family will welcome friends at the Wright Funeral Home and on-site crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Sunday April 19, from 3:00 to 8:00 pm and again on Monday April 20, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Patricia Carey officiating.  Dorsey will be laid to rest in the Barbour Memorial Cemetery.