Cyrus Edward Donley of Gallipolis
On Tuesday February 26, 2008 Cyrus Edward Donleys battle with an extended and debilitating illness came to an end. Born July 11, 1925 in Jackson County, (the Oak Hill community) he was the son of the late Leslie Leck and Valuria Babe Matthews Donley. In addition to his parents he was preceded by a son, Brian Donley, sister, Joyce Greer, brother, Bobby Dean, his first wife, Eleanor Snyder Donley, and a niece, Christina. He leaves behind a devoted and loving wife, Joann Donley, sons, Michael (Paula), Scott (Melissa) and daughter, Patricia (Clifford) Thomas, stepdaughters, Sheila (Tim) and Becky (Carl) White. Brothers, Paul (Lois), Elmer (Martha), Buck (Joyce). Sisters, Zonie Burnside, Delores (George) Barnhart, Mary (Marvin) Capehart, and Belva Kulify.Granddaughters, Melissa, and Misty. Grandsons, Shawn, Matt, AJ, and Daniel Clifford. Great Granddaughters, Alexis, Britney, Emily, Laura, Sara, and Autum. Also two special life long in laws, Irene Hart, and Eloise Wilking and a multitude of nieces, and nephews.
He owned and operated a restaurant in Gallia County for many years. He also formerly served in the Merchant Marines.
He loved his family, and often expressed how lucky he was to have his wonderful wife Joann in his life.
A memorial service will be 2:00 PM. Saturday March 1, 2008 at the Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 12:00 until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Parkinsons Foundation.
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