Shelia Curry Turn
Wednesday May 23, 2012 at
8:43 AM
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I went to school with John and he was a friend and always kind and sweet. I live in Ohio and had lost touch after high school. Mary I am praying for you and your family. You lost a wonderful man. Shelia Curry Turn
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Harley Hainer
Saturday May 19, 2012 at
9:23 PM
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Mary, I'm sorry about John's passing. He was one of the most
dependable coworkers that I had the pleasure of working with in
the county. He and I shared many
experienes, and I could always
depend on him. I'm sorry that I
never visited him, but if you
need us for anything, we live nearby. Harley Hainer
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Joyce (Endicott) McCray
Saturday May 19, 2012 at
8:48 PM
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Mary Ruth I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.
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Davana Adkins Chase
davana1717@hotmail.com
Saturday May 19, 2012 at
2:12 PM
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So saddened to hear of John's passing. We grew up a stone's throw from each other and I have many memories of our times in the neighborhood...walking the railroad tracks, standing on the bridge over the Guyandotte River when flood waters raged, listening to our little transister radios.
In high school, he could always lighten my day with his humor. I don't recall ever seeing him without a smile on his face. Though I only saw John at a few class reunions over the years, I still consider him a friend.
My condolences to Mary and his family.
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Judith Muncey-Wooten
jawooten@suddenlink.net
Saturday May 19, 2012 at
12:45 PM
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Heartfelt condolences for the loved ones of Mr. Hale. It deeply saddened me to hear of his untimely passing, as I was a student of his 1978 & 1979, having been in the first class to graduate with a diploma in Cooperative Education from Logan High School. The educational system truly has lost one of their best. Mr. Hale was an inspiration and the epitome of what every teacher should be. He will truly be missed.
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Teresa Fitzpatrick
Friday May 18, 2012 at
9:22 AM
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Mary Ruth & family,
Just wanted you to know that all the ladies on Greenwich Circle send their love and prayers to you. Although we did not get to meet John, we knew him from all the great stories that you shared with us. What wonderful memories you and your kids will have when you remember John. Many hugs, from all of us. Teresa, Mary S, Mary A, June, Andrea, Kathy, Ginny & Jeanne.
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Angie Workman
Wednesday May 16, 2012 at
10:35 PM
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My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was a student @ the vocational school where I delivered his breakfast every morning and he would always give me and a few more excuses to stay all day...I really looked up and admired him..He will be sadly missed..praying for you
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Donna Holstein
dholstein1213@gmail.com
Wednesday May 16, 2012 at
8:27 PM
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Mary and family so sorry for your loss John was a great guy and I will miss seeing him.Love to you all.
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Mindy Glick
mglick@access.k12.wv.us
Wednesday May 16, 2012 at
1:52 PM
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Dear Mary and family-Iam both shocked and saddened to learn of John's passing! I wanted to send a card, but saw that you had moved to C'ville.
I will always carry fond memories of the days John, Ed and I worked together at the voc school. You all were always a special family to me and I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Please keep in touch.
With deepest sympathy,
Mindy
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John & Linda Hager
johnhager@aol.com
Tuesday May 15, 2012 at
2:33 PM
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Dear Mary:
Linda and I, along with a multitude of others, were made sad to hear of John's passing. Reading his obit. reminded me of the day I went to South Man Grade to talk with him about the cooperative education job at Logan High. It seems as though it was yesterday.
I always believed John did a great job and was proud to have worked with him when I was in Logan County. I felt good that he was working with our students and teachers because I knew he was fair and honorable. No matter what the situation, he was pleasant to be around.
You and your family are in our prayers. God Bless.
John Hager
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Bill Flannery
Tuesday May 15, 2012 at
11:37 AM
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Mary Ruth and family,
We are very saddened for your loss and pray that you may feel God's care and love during this time. Always your friends.
Bill and Mary Ann
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Doris Butcher Deskins
maldeskins@frontier.com
Tuesday May 15, 2012 at
10:49 AM
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I went to school with John when we were small kids. We attended the 2 room school on Upper Crawley. He didn't go there very long. Then we went to Jr. and Sr. High together. He was a great friend to us all. John and Damon were always with our little group of friends. After we graduated, everyone went their separate ways. I will always remember him and all the good times we all had together. God bless his family.
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Theresa T McDonald
mcdrive63@live.com
Tuesday May 15, 2012 at
7:41 AM
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Mary Ruth, sorry for your loss and will pray for you and your family during this time of loss.
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Fran Nunley Cabanilla
Monday May 14, 2012 at
9:08 PM
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John was such an extraordinary man in so many ways. He wiill always be remembered for the smile that touched his eyes, his kindness & compassion for everyone he met, and the great pride and deep love he had for his family. My heartfelt condolences to you, Mary and Family. ....Fran Cabanilla & Ruth Nunley
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Sheila Hager
Monday May 14, 2012 at
8:20 PM
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Mary,
I am so very sorry to see the passing of John. He was such a happy and fun guy to be around and I know how much you will miss him. Truly sorry. Sheila
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Lana Cline Rowe
Monday May 14, 2012 at
7:03 PM
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My deepest condolences to you ,children and family.My heart is heavy for you and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
a friend
Lana Cline Rowe
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Chris Fleming
Monday May 14, 2012 at
7:02 PM
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Robbie, Donald and Lou ann my thought and prayers are with you guys and your mother during this very difficult time. If you guys need anything just let me know
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Peggy & Derrick Mynes
Monday May 14, 2012 at
6:33 PM
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My dear friends...you are loved so much. So sorry to hear of John's passing. He lived life to the fullest and we admire him so much for that. But...saying goodbye is never easy. Our prayers to the family, our fondest memories tucked away. :)
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Glenna Podrter
Monday May 14, 2012 at
5:31 PM
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So sorry for your loss. Everyone spoke of John very highly.
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Judy Barker
Monday May 14, 2012 at
5:13 PM
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So sorry Mary Ruth, my love and prayers go out to you.
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Ronda Fortner
Monday May 14, 2012 at
5:04 PM
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Mary Ruth and family: Gary and I have known you and John a number of years and you seem like family to us. We pray you cherish the good times you had together and find peace in knowing you will be together again in Heaven. Love to you all
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Sarah Wolfe
Monday May 14, 2012 at
5:00 PM
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Mary and kids, Haven't talked toyou but know you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers! You know how I felt about John! and I will miss him terribly! He was always so sweet to me when I called "my own" credit union! Love and Prayers to allof you!
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Perye Letsinger-Kosempa
Monday May 14, 2012 at
4:50 PM
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You were the best brother in-law anyone could ever ask for! You will be remembered by many wonderful memories .....
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Libby Mays
Monday May 14, 2012 at
4:14 PM
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May our God of Comfort be with you, Mary Ruth, and your family during this sorrowful time. Praying He will give you the comfort and peace that you need and always remember, you have a lot of friends praying for you. Love you!!
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Roy and Allison (McClure) Lambert
Monday May 14, 2012 at
4:13 PM
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Mary Ruth,
We are both thinking about you and the family. If there is anything that we can do, please call. We both love you and praying for the family. John will always be remembered for his fun personality...Allison and Roy
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Mike and Barbara Donahue
Monday May 14, 2012 at
2:23 PM
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Mary Ruth and Family,
Please know that Mike and I will pray for you. Your family is loving and caring and that will take you through this time.
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Russ Pergram
Monday May 14, 2012 at
8:33 AM
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Went to high school with John. I haven't seen him since the day we graduated from Chapmanville High, but I'll never forget him. A kind and gentle person and a friend...My deepest sympathy to his friend and family.
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Betty Lou Anderson
Sunday May 13, 2012 at
10:05 PM
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You were my rock during a time in my life when I needed it most. You will NEVER be forgotten only remembered with loving thoughts.
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Liz Justice Mathis
jlizard6@aol.com
Sunday May 13, 2012 at
9:40 PM
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To Mary and family, I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a good friend to Rick and everyone he knew. He was part of what made that group at the vocational school so special. I know you miss him terribly. you're in our prayers, Liz, Amanda, and Alison.
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Charlene Weese
cweese1@carolina.rr.com
Saturday May 12, 2012 at
11:12 PM
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To Mary and children, John was a wonderful guy. I am so happy I was there at the beginning of your life's journey with him. I always enjoyed the times we shared. Love Charlene
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Mable Springer
Saturday May 12, 2012 at
9:34 AM
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Thinking of you at this unsettling time of your life. John sounds like a tremendous person. So so sorry for your loss.
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Oscar and Jeanie Hill
aleyniaj@aol.com
Friday May 11, 2012 at
4:06 PM
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May God wrap his arms around you through this difficult time, Love and Prayers go out to all of you. May God bless each and everyone of you,
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Sue Wilson Taylor
cstaylor53@aol.com
Friday May 11, 2012 at
2:51 PM
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Keeping you close to my heart and praying that God will give you comfort. Love all of you very much.
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Helen G. Goins Lambert
Friday May 11, 2012 at
12:26 PM
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Praying God will hold you close and give you peace and grace.
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Johnny Lee Hensley Hale, age 65, of Chapmanville, formerly of South Man, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at St. Marys Hospital in Huntington, WV.
He was born February 16, 1947, at home in Henlawson, WV, to the late Okey and Polley Belcher Hensley. A 1967 Chapmanville High School graduate and an alumnus of Marshall University, he retired after 32 years with the Logan County School System as a teacher at South Man Grade School, Cooperative Education teacher at Logan High School, and as Dean of Students at the Ralph R. Willis Vocational Technical Career Center. John served at the Logan County School Employees Federal Credit Union as loan officer and office manager since its inception.
John was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and papaw. He enjoyed life to the fullest, but mostly enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He had a contagious smile and never met a stranger. He was loved by all who met him especially his childrens friends whom loved him like a dad. He loved dancing and was voted best dancer in high school. He was an excellent cook and gardener, loving all things outdoors especially sitting on his back porch. The avid reader that he was, he would always end his day with a good book. He took pride in everything he did and these traits were passed on to his children.
In addition to his birth parents, he was preceded in death by his adoptive parents William Birch and Roxie Hensley Hale; and siblings Edward, Jackie, Woodrow and Amanda Hensley; and step-sister Ruby Queen. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 40 years, Mary Ruth Letsinger Hale, children John Robert Hale, Christopher Donald (Aimee) Hale of Huntington, and Jennifer Louanne Hale of Logan, brothers Franklin (Elizabeth) Hensley, Okey Hensley and Lucian Colley all of Virginia Beach, Va., ; sisters Sally Wall of Logan; Eliza Price and Becky (Fred) McCoy of Huntington, and Nancy Franklin of Dundas, Va.; sisters-in-law Jennie Lee Brown of Spring Hill, Florida; Perye (John) Kosempa of Charlotte, NC; and Betty Lou (Dave) Anderson of Alpharetta, Georgia; grandchildren Trey Chaffin and Aubree Lynn Hale; nephews Keith and Mike Franklin, Franklin and Okey Hensley, Scotty Price, Eddie and Patrick McCoy, Matthew Colley, Robert Dean Cook, Kindle, Cole Anderson, and Eddie Perry; nieces Teresa and Tammy Franklin, Lisa, Becky and Jo Hensley, Connie, Betty Jo and Kim Critten, Marsha Price, Faith and Amy Hensley, Lindsay Cook, Margaret Sharp, and Coni Nelson; and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Bruce McDonald Methodist Church in South Man at 1:00 pm. Hall Funeral Home Proctorville, Ohio assisted the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.
