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Marvin Eugene Karickhoff

January 11, 1933 - December 9, 2020
Visitation
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 |
Sunday 12/13, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Service
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 |
Sunday 12/13, 2:00 pm

Marvin Eugene Karickhoff, age 87, a resident of Volga, passed away Wednesday December 9, 2020 at his residence. He was born January 11, 1933 in Upshur County, a son of the late Brennie and Jennie (Miller) Karickhoff. Surviving is his companion of 40 years Mabel D. Campbell who survives at Volga

Sons, Franklin E. Karickhoff of Buckhannon
John R. Grill of Buckhannon

Sister, Linda Post of Buckhannon

Brother, Donald “Tobe” Karickhoff of Buckhannon

Grandchildren, Nicholas Campbell and Cortlan Campbell as well as several others

Mr. Karickhoff was preceded in death by daughter, Nancy L. Hull Wilson, brothers, Richard and Gerald Karickhoff, sisters, Wanda Carrico, Mildred Jean Karickhoff

Mr. Karickoff retired as a truck driver for Rocky Road Paving, he served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the VFW in Buckhannon and the Buckhannon American Legion

Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Sunday December 13, from 11am- 2 pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm. Interment will follow in the Heavner Cemetery with military honors being accorded.

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Visitation
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 | Map
Sunday 12/13, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Service
Wright Funeral Home
220 N Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2121 | Map
Sunday 12/13, 2:00 pm

Marvin Eugene Karickhoff, age 87, a resident of Volga, passed away Wednesday December 9, 2020 at his residence. He was born January 11, 1933 in Upshur County, a son of the late Brennie and Jennie (Miller) Karickhoff. Surviving is his companion of 40 years Mabel D. Campbell who survives at Volga Sons, Franklin E. KarickhoffContinue Reading

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MaryAnn and Johnny Marans left a message on December 12, 2020:
I am so sorry for your loss, Johnny and I were so sad and surprised to hear of Gene’s passing. Prayers and hugs for his family. He was a very special man and friend to us. We have many good memories of times spent together over the years and shared so many laughs. He will be greatly missed. Till we meet again, Gene
Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum left a message on December 11, 2020:
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Marvin Eugene Karickhoff, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Veteran, Marvin Eugene Karickhoff, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Jean and Jack Rosier left a message on December 10, 2020:
Gene was a great gentleman, always very clean and neat!
Wright Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
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