PAUL E. BAILEY
Paul E. Bailey, 91, of Inverness, FL, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 17, 2024. He was Superintendent of West Virginia Steel in Charleston for years and he was also a very active member of the Masonic Lodge. He was a Christian. Paul and his late wife Lillian lived between West Virginia and Florida for many years, and about nine or ten years ago became full-time residents of Florida.
Paul was born September 14, 1932, to Carl and Addie (Harrison) Bailey in Putnam County and was one of twelve children born to the couple.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Lillian Bailey in 2016, and by most of his siblings.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Melissa Bailey of Inverness, FL; his sister, Anna Ruth Hawley of WV; his brothers, Lee Bailey and John Bailey, both of WV. Paul is also survived by many other family members and friends.
Funeral service was Monday, March 25, 2024 at Raynes Funeral Home, Eleanor, with Pastor Delbert Hawley officiating. Burial was in Humphreys Cemetery, Poca.

JANICE CLARK
Janice Imogene Clark, Beloved mother, grandmother, and retired Putnam County School bus driver, passed away on March 22, 2024, at the age of 96.
Born on March 19, 1928, Janice leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Janice is preceded by her parents Yeoman Wade and Arvella Wade of Hurricane, her daughter, Faye (Doneff) Quentrill and her son Tony Doneff. Also, her brothers, Rexall Wade and Dexall Wade.
She is survived by her sons, Calvin Smith, Terry Chapman, Roger Doneff and Alan Doneff as well as her daughter Doris Maynard and a brother Roger (Jimmy) Wade. She was a cherished grandmother to several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Janice also had many nieces and nephews.
Throughout her life, Janice touched the hearts of many as she safely transported generations of children to and from school.
In her spare time from work she always enjoyed her family, fishing and hunting. Janice’s presence will be deeply missed but her memory will forever live on inn the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Funeral service was Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home in Hurricane. Burial was in Valley View Memorial Park.