Jerry David Stalnaker
February 16, 1941 ~ March 23, 2023
Jerry David Stalnaker, age 82, a resident of Buckhannon, passed away Thursday March 23, 2023. Jerry was born February 16, 1941 in Philippi, a son of the late William Chester and Sara Helen (Talbott) Stalnaker. Jerry was united in marriage on December 31, 1965 to Annette Kay (Harper) Stalnaker who preceded him in death on March 22, 2015.
Surviving is children, Lori Morgan and fiancé George David, Todd Stalnaker and wife Andrea; grandchildren, Jaron, Jerin, Morgan, Emma, Jasmia, Zach, and Adam; great grandchildren, Serenity, Avyanna, Clayton, Casmiera, Amelia, Dawson, Kora, and expected twin boys; and also in addition several nieces and nephews.
Jerry was the last surviving member of his family having been preceded in death by brothers, William Stalnaker, Daniel Jo Stalnaker; sisters, Jean Love, Doris Lee Payne.
Jerry was the owner/operator of Stalnaker Coal Company. He enjoyed operating heavy equipment, spending time golfing, fishing, and riding his bike.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and onsite Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Monday March 27, from 5-8 pm and on Tuesday March 28, from 8-11 am. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.
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So sorry for your loss. He was a very kind and caring man. I enjoyed his stories when he came in to get his medicine .
So sorry to hear that Jerry has passed away. I didn’t know him personally, but I knew his brother, Danny. My family lived close to the Stalnakers many years ago. I pray for his family during this time of sadness.
I’m sorry to hear the loss of a good person and someone I’m proud to call a close friend. He was always fun to be with. He was a hard worker, he will be missed among friends and family. RIP until we meet again. Prayers for the family.
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Kenny enjoyed working and the friendships he had with Jerry, Todd, and Andrea. Our many visits to Jerry’s home will be special memories. Love to all the family. Kenny and Kay Wilson.
So sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. I worked with him for many years at some of his mining operations. Always enjoyed talking to him and visiting with him. He is one of the last of a breed of independent coal operators.
It is with great sorrow that we learned of Jerry’s passing. He was an extremely kind man. My grandson fished the pond at his house on many occasions. Jerry always had a smile on his face when we would go out. Jerry and I would sit in the driveway talking about anything and everything. He will be sorely missed
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My deepest sympathy to the family.I worked as a State Mine Inspector for many yrs. and I inspected his mines.Gerry was a really hard workerand I always liked working with him.He will sadly be missed.