Richard Webster

April 18, 1937 - May 31, 2014

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Reverend Richard Webster entered into the joy of eternal life with The Lord on Saturday, May 31, 2014, at the age of 77. He was born in Philippi, WV, to the late Elmer Webster and Nellie Mae Reed Webster. Reverend Webster founded Preparation Chapel Ministries and pastored Teens For Christ church in Philippi, WV for more than 35 years.
The cherished husband of Reverend Shirley Webster, his wife of 55 years. Devoted father to six daughters, and “poppy” to twelve grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a host of family, friends, congregants, associates, and brothers/sisters in the ministry worldwide.
Children: Chrystal and husband, Randall Kelley, of Flemington, WV; Candance and husband, Clinton Drainer, of Flemington, WV; Constance and husband, Jeremy Wagner, of Philippi, WV, Bobbie Jo Webster, of Philippi, WV; Sabrina (Nickie) and husband, Sheldon Holbert, of Philippi, WV; and Savannah Webster, of Philippi, WV.
Grandchildren: Leah Mcjilton, Seth Kelley, Adam Drainer, Jessica Riffle, Sherry Thompson, Aaron Thompson, DaShawn Webster, Patrick Webster, Sydney Holbert, Payton Holbert, Rylee Holbert, Josalyn Holbert
Great-Grandchildren: Kelan Mcjilton, Avrielle Kelley, Bryce Kelley, Kambria Kelley, Claire Drainer, Victoria Drainer
Beloved brother of Dixie Webster Laubach and the late Mildred Maxine Webster Wiseman.
Reverend Webster was a US Army Military Police veteran. He went on to serve the city as a police officer for the city of Philippi. He also served many years in the coal industry for King Knob Coal. Aside from God, family, and work, Reverend Webster also loved the outdoors; he was an avid hunter and fisherman.
As a man of God, a preacher, a teacher, a friend, a brother, and a mentor, he used the pulpit to bring hope and joy to our community. Reverend Webster left a legacy of hope and promise to those who knew him. He demonstrated to us how to be faithful to the very end.

Surely he will never be shaken; a righteous man will be remembered forever. Psalm 112:6 (NIV)

Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home, 216 N Walnut St, Philippi, WV on Tuesday, June 3rd from 5-8 p.m. A celebration of life will be held at Teens for Christ church in Philippi, WV on Wednesday, June 4th at 11:00 a.m.
Arrangements are under the care of Wright funeral home: http://www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com/

The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be addressed to Shirley Webster, 76 Pine Lane, Philippi, WV 26416.

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A very kind man. Rest In Peace

Thoughts and prayers go out to all family members and loved ones. You were truly a good man.

So sorry to hear about Richard. I guess I thought he would be here with us forever. My sincere sympathy to all of his family.

I am so sorry for your lose. Rev. Richard Webster was a kind and loving man. He never forgot anyone. Once you meet him, he was a friend for life. When i first meet him he a police office in Philippi. And after that we were friends. I had moved away for a few years and when I moved back he seen me in the Foodland next yo the BCB. He remmber who I was and gave me a hug. He told me he was glad to see me again back in our home town of Philippi. I will never forget him he has a friend. God please be with this family in their time of need.

Aunt Shirley & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Although there is joy knowing he is a much better place dancing before the thrown of Jesus, the sorrow of no longer having him here I'm sure is great. Please know you all are being kept lovingly in my thoughts and prayers.

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I am shocked and at a loss for words but I do know Bub will be missed by all that knew him. At least Dad and Roy will now have somebody to hunt and fish with.

So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my prayers.

To my sister-in-law Shirley and family: My prayers and love to all of you. May God grant peace and grace during this time.

Richard will be greatly missed. He was a terrific person and I know he is in heaven with our lord. Shirley if you need anything just let us know. God Bless you all.

Shirley, so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one, he was a very nice man, and he loved the Lord. We will b praying for u in the days, weeks, and months ahead that God will b with u and help u thru your sorrow, God Bless u Shirley and family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.