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Obituaries for Week of December 14

DIANA MAY CARTER
Diana M. Carter, 75, of Moorefield Place in Scott Depot, passed away early on the morning of December 7, 2023 after a long and patient struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was the beloved wife of James C. Carter and the devoted mother of Danae Carter of League City, TX and Thea Smith of Louisville, KY. Her daughters were the special joys of her life. She was also the proud grandmother of Brynn Alexandria Smith of Louisville, KY.
Also surviving Diana are her brothers: Clinton R. Price and his wife Joy, of Sugar Land, TX, Samuel E. Price of Charleston; her sister: Donna K. Devers and her husband Randy of Cary, NC. She was also blessed with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.
Diana committed her life to Jesus Christ in her late teens at Parsons Chapel when the family returned to Charleston after several years in Newport News, VA. Over their 52 years of marriage, she and Jim worshipped at Fisher Memorial Church, 5th Avenue Church of God, and Teays Valley Church of God. She was always known for her sweet and kind personality.
Services to honor the life of Diana were held Monday, December 11, 2023 at Chapman Funeral Home with Pastor Tracy Call officiating.

JUDITH DEE HANDLEY
Judith Dee Handley, 81, of Scott Depot, passed away on December 6, 2023.
She was born on April 27, 1942 in Weirton to the late Elisha and Eva Crabtree. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Elisha Crabtree Jr., and Robert Crabtree; sisters: Juanita Metz, Joyce Miller, and Jerry Lilly.
Judith was retired from Kanawha County Board of Education as an elementary school teacher. She was very compassionate about her family, especially her grandchildren. She attended all their sporting events every chance she had. Judith loved to read, go to the library, shop and work crossword puzzles in her free time.
She is survived by her loving husband: John Lee Handley; daughter, Lisa Ritter (Jason) of Scott Depot; grandchildren, Ty and Grant Ritter along with several nieces and nephews.
At her request there will be no services.