EDGAR LOVEL DAVIS JR.
Edgar Lovel Davis, 74, of Teays Valley, passed away suddenly on Monday, June 5, 2023.
Ed was born October 16, 1948 in Nitro. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eithel and Edgar Davis, Sr., brother David Davis, and sister Betsy Davis.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 21 years, Marti (Hanson) Davis, his three sons; John Davis of Valdosta GA, Eric Davis of Fort Walton Beach FL, and Kevin Davis and Renee of Baxley GA. He is also survived by four step children; Sanford “Lee” Johnston of Shrewsbury, Thomas Johnston and Lisa Tuttle of South Charleston, Michael Johnston and Gina Jordan of South Charleston, and Amy Johnston and Ricky Downey of Winfield.
Ed was the proud “Poppy” of 7 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Kay Doak of Marietta OH, and Jean and Rick Drennen of Nitro, and brother Mike Davis and Lynn, of Cross Lanes as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ed will be extremely missed by his mother-in-law, Joyce Hanson, who adored him.
After his 1966 graduation from Nitro High School, Ed proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969. Following his active duty service, he continued his military career with the Army National Guard.
Ed was a faithful employee of Union Carbide for 34 years. After retirement, Ed’s work ethic led him into a second career as a truck driver for Quick Delivery in Nitro.
Ed’s unwavering dependability was the cornerstone of his character. He will be truly missed by all who knew him, especially by his soulmate, Marti, who shared over two decades of love and laughter with him.
A celebration of Ed’s life will be 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Shawnee Park, Dunbar.

JOYCE EILEEN FIZER
Joyce Eileen Fizer, 79, of Scott Depot, passed away June 5, 2023 from a long illness.
She was born to the late Wilmer and Oma Sargent, July 10,1943, in Dunbar. Their seventh child out of eight, she grew up singing in the Dunbar Church of God.
Joyce was a graduate of Dunbar High School and later went on to work at Kanawha Manufacturing. Joyce babysat children in her home, and later became a secretary for Kanawha County Schools, spending most of those years at Alban Elementary and then for the Title I office.
In 1965, she married Dan Fizer and a few years later moved to Scott Depot where they began a family.
A founding member of Teays Valley Church of God, she served in various aspects. She led the music there, served in their ladies’ group, the WCG, made dinners for others, cleaned the church, and continued attending even though her health failed her.
Joyce suffered a severe stroke and has fought hard for almost four years. She is survived by her two children, Sam Fizer (Lori) and their son David, and Danielle Williams (John) and their daughter Brooklyn Stiltner (Jacob) and son Drew. She is also survived by her sisters: Wanda Mynes, Wilda Young, Loretta Jividen, and Elaine Merrifield; sister-in-law; Delores Sargent; brother, Kenny Sargent (Mary), and a multitude of nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service for Joyce was Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Teays Valley Church of God, Scott Depot, with Rev. Dr. Melissa Pratt officiating. Burial was in Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar.