Michael E. Poling, age 57, a resident of Belington, passed away Saturday October 2, 2021 in Winchester Medical Center, in Winchester VA. Michael was born December 15, 1963 in Warren, OH a son of the late Edward G. and Myomo Jo (Poe) Poling. Surviving are three children, Heather Poling of Romney
Miranda Jo Wick of Warren, OH
Christopher May of Warren, OH
Sisters, Elizabeth Swiger of Cincinnati, OH
Martha Peck of Romney, WV
Brother, Nathaniel Poling, of Augusta, WV
Six grandchildren, Kira Crites, Gregory Conard, Killian “Albert” J. Staggs, Liam and Kayden Wick, and Rayan May
Numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews, and nieces
Michael was also preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Donald Poling
Michael worked for Hometown Care in Belington as a caretaker. He served in the US Army from 1978-1982. Michael was a motorcycle enthusiast and loved to ride, he enjoyed hunting, and fishing. Michael never met a stranger enjoyed fellowshipping with people, he was a kind hearted soul who would do anything for anyone that was in need. Michael was known to have a sense of humor, and was quite the prankster.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Thursday October 7, from 4-8 pm and on Friday October 8, from 8 am- 12 pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 12 pm with Pastor Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery.







Martha, my heart is aching to learn of his passing. He is with the Lord now. Preparing a place for us. He will be truly missed and always loved. I'm so sorry I an able to come down, but remember you and your family is forever in our prayers. Love Ginger (McGinnis) Singh
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 Michael E. Poling, 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, Michael E. Poling, 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 †
So sorry for your loss of Michael. He was a very friendly, kind person. We started out at Tod Woods together and I will never forget him. God Bless, Kelley Jones Evans
Mike, you were and always will be one of my brothers. You will be missed and loved always.
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He truly was a great man.
Rest easy big brother. See you in heaven.