Dorsey Edward Poling
November 15, 1939 ~ April 10, 2026
Born in: Philippi, West Virginia
Resided in: Philippi, West Virginia
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.
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Visitation: Sunday, April 19, 2026 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut Street
Philippi , WV 26416
(304) 457-2121
Visitation: Monday, April 20, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut Street
Philippi , WV 26416
(304) 457-2121
Funeral Service: Monday, April 20, 2026 1:00 pm
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut Street
Philippi , WV 26416
(304) 457-2121
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Dorsey you were hardworking loving man. You gave us all 2 beautiful girls to love. You have always had a special place in my heart. I sure hope you can fish there and dance in the God Light.
RIP
You will always be remembered as being quiet and gentle. You were a very hard working man that loved his dogs and loved to fish, hunt, and farm.
Although you worked hard, you also had a fun side. I remember dancing with you in the living room. We made enough peanut butter fudge to fill a room. While playing with your grandbabies, you let them be kids. You would dance with Amanda standing on your feet. Collin was your little shadow, he would do whatever you did. He would even try wearing your boots. You let the kids do your hair and let them shave you with popsicle sticks and shaving cream. You thought the world of your grandbabies and they too return that love. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE LOVED AND REMEMBERED.
With Love From Your Youngin’
I’m going to miss you so much. We had many long days together filled with goofy dances, listening to you cut up, and laughing at your “goober” moods. I don’t know how we move on just yet , but I do know you’ll be with us in everything we do from this moment on. I loved being your personal chef, making you all taste every written recipe until we tweaked it to perfection. Most of all I’m going to miss you saying “I love you”…..I love you too Uncle Dorsey!
You were very loved, had a great life and now you are in a perminent beautiful place.