Charles Curkendall
February 4, 1935 ~ January 23, 2012
Charles Randall Curkendall, age 76, a resident of S. Main St. Philippi passed away Monday January 23, 2012 in Mon General Hospital in Morgantown after a brief illness. He was born February 4, 1935 in Parcoal, WV a son of the late Everett Matthew and Myrtle Irene (Dorsey) Curkendall. He was united in marriage September 1, 1956 to Nina Beryl (McDaniel) Curkendall who survives. Also surviving are
Two daughters: Terri Frances Riffle and husband Steve of Buckhannon
Rachel Anne Cunningham of Clarksburg
One son: Charles R. Curkendall and wife Nancy of Belington
One sister: Eleanor Dennison and husband Roger of Fairmont
Grandchildren Michael G. Metz of Morgantown, Trahern C. and Cody Curkendall of Philippi, Micah and Ashton Cunningham of Philippi, Adam, Danny, Kevin and Alex Boise of Clarksburg.
Step grandchildren: Logan and Ian Smithson of Belington, Cory Riffle of Buckhannon.
Mr. Curkendall was preceded in death by his grandparents: John A. and Alta Gay Dorsey, John W. and Rachel C. Curkendall, two sisters: Ellen Mae Clise, Patricia McDaniel.
In May 1970 Charlie became a partnership owner of Philippi Foodland until he retired in 2001 when the business was sold. He served in the US Army and the Army Reserves. Charlie was a member of the Philippi Fire Department for over 25 years, he was a member of the Crim Memorial United Methodist Church.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Tuesday January 24, from 5-8 pm on Wednesday January 25, from 8 am- 8 pm on Thursday January 26, from 8 am- 1 pm the service hour with Pastor Tim Bleigh officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery with military honours being accorded.
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We are so very sorry to read of Charlie's passing. I,Terry, grew up next door to the Curkendall's. They were a major part of our family.
SO sorry to hear about Charlie
he a good man and great friend to all and will be missed Beryl and family word can't express sadness at your loss that Deb and I Feel.
We r so very sorry 4 the loss of your loved one, we r praying 4 u and your family, God will b with u thru these days, weeks, and months ahead. May God bless u always and forever, Love, Tom and Bremda Evix.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, he was a wonderful man that i grew up with being a best friend to Rachel. He will be missed
CHARLIE HAS BEEN A PART OF OUR LIVES FOR MANY YEARS. WE HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF OUR TIME IN BUSINESS TOGETHER. WE WILL MISS YOU CHARLIE.
Many fond memories of Charlie, our condolences to the Curkendall family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember the good times (and you had many years together) and celebrate his life and that time.
Sorry to hear of Charles Passing. Charles was a wonder man, Enjoyed talking to him, He was a great FireFighter, and a great family man he will be sadly missed by all. Out Deep Condolences to the Family.
1-24-12
Dear family I want to extend to you my condolences and as a neighbor too..my thoughts are with you'all at this time of loss. . . he will surely be missed.
Respectfully,
Greg Mouser
We are so sorry for your loss, Charlie will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was always good to Todd & I when Todd worked at Foodland and even after that. He was an outstanding man.
Beryl, Terri, Charlie and Rachel, So sorry to hear of your loss. Its always hard to lose someone we love. HUGS to you all.
Love, Phoebe
So sorry to hear of your loss. I've known Charlie for over 40 years. I have such fond memories of him at Smith's Grocery and Smith's Supermarket. My prayers are with his family. God Bless you all.
My prayers are with you. He was always a good friend. He will be greatly missed.
Beryl, So sorry to hear of your loss.May God comfort you and your family in these trying times.
To Beryl,Terrie,Charlie and Rachel.So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie.I worked for Charlie for over 20 years and he was not only a good boss but a good friend.He always treated us all with respect.I will always be thankful for all he done for me.Rest in Peace ole friend.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tonia and I were so sorry to hear about the passinng of Charlie. He was one of the nicest guys that anyone could have known and he was always so happy.Our prayers are with you and your family.
Tonia and Ron Zara
Peace be with you, Charlie, and with your family.
We were all shocked and saddened by Charlie's passing. He will always be remembered for his easy smile and warm personality. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Fondly remembered by the Broaddus Rehab Staff,
Heather, Amy, Libby, Ashley, Jackie, Lisa, Denee', Becky, Derek, Michele, and Anita
Beryl and Family, We are so sorry about Charlie you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dad and Charlie were so close and now they will remain together always.
Hi Terri,
Very sorry to hear about your Dad. Hope you are doing okay.
David
To Beryl, Terri, Michael, Rachel, Micah, Ashton, and all of the Curkendall family,
Sending my sympathies as you grieve the death of Charlie. He will be missed by so many here in Philippi.
May God comfort you and hold you in the palm of His hand.
Blessings,
Lillian Long & family
Very sorry. Mr. Curkendall was a good man and gave me a job when I needed one at Foodland many moons ago. He was a life long friend of the family and I always respected him.