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     Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem was buried at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.⁶ His Social Security Number was 220-32-3641.⁷ He was born on November 29, 1938 at Eccles, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^7,3,8 He married Alice Lee Thompson on July 25, 1959 at Daniels, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.³ Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem and Alice Lee Thompson were divorced on February 2, 1967.⁸ Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem married Sharon K. Unknown circa 1969.⁹ Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem and Sharon K. Unknown were divorced on June 30, 1976 at Licking Co., Ohio.⁹ Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem married Wanda Gail Mathena on February 5, 1982 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.^10,8 Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem died on September 24, 2010 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 71.^2,7 He Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem Sr., 71, of Beckley, died Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, at Raleigh General Hospital. Born Nov. 29, 1938, at Beckley, he was the son of the late Laura Rosenbaum and William McKinley Mitchem. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Gail Mitchem, and a brother, Terrence "Terry" Mitchem. Mr. Mitchem was a truck driver. Survivors include two sons, Otis LaMonte Mitchem Jr., of Delaware and William LaMonte Tilley of Beckley; a daughter, Kimberley Bowyer of Oak Hill; a brother, Robert "Mickey" Mitchem and wife, Helen of Beckley; a sister, Eva Rose Bickett of Indiana; and also his companion, Suzanne Tilley of Beckley, and several nieces and nephews. on September 28, 2010.²

     His Social Security Number was 145-44-0779.³ Terrence Lewis "Terry" Mitchem married Debera Kay Wefler.^4,5 Terrence Lewis "Terry" Mitchem was born on August 28, 1950 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,4,6 He died on December 24, 1998 at Jackson, Madison Co., Tennessee, at age 48.^3,4,6 He Funeral Services for Terry Mitchem, 48, will be Monday, December 28, 1998. Mr. Mitchem died at his residence on Thursday, December 24, 1998 in Jackson, Tennessee. He was born August 28, 1950 the son of William Mitchem and Laura Mitchem Rosenbaum. He had lived in Jackson for the last 9 years moving here from Joliet, III. He was the Director of Special Projects at Kilgore Operations Alliantech Systems and was a 1st responder medical at Kilgore. He was recently installed as Senior Deacon of Masonic Lodge 45 and was a member of the Humboldt Golf and Country Club. He enjoyed woodworking which was his favorite hobby, but what he loved most in life was his children. He appreciated his fellow employees and coworkers, he was loved and respected by his employees and family. He is survived by his mother Laura Mitchem Rosenbaum of Beckley; W. Virginia, his wife Debra "Deb" Mitchem of Jackson, Tennessee; three daughters Stephanie Akers and husband Todd of Huntsville, Alabama, Koren Mitchem and Erin Mitchem both of Jackson, Tennessee; two brothers Otis Mitchem and Robert M. Mitchem both of Beckley, W. Virginia, and one sister Eva Bickett of Hammond, Indiana. Two grandchildren, Alec and Alden and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father William Mitchem. on December 28, 1998.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 305-44-4370.² Ronald Carson Bickett was born on May 30, 1943 at Owensboro, Daviess Co., Kentucky.^1,2,3 He married Eva Rose Mitchem, daughter of William McKinley Mitchem and Laura Marrainia McGuffin, on August 2, 1977 at Hammond, Lake Co., Indiana.¹ Ronald Carson Bickett died on February 10, 1996 at San Bernardino Co., California, at age 52.^2,4,5

     Wanda Gail Mathena was buried at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.¹ Her Social Security Number was 229-46-8383.⁴ She was born on April 2, 1938 at Abbs Valley, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 As of February 5, 1982,her married name was Mitchem.³ She married Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem, son of William McKinley Mitchem and Laura Marrainia McGuffin, on February 5, 1982 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia.^1,3 Wanda Gail Mathena died on May 22, 2003 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 65.^1,4 She Wanda Gail Mitchem, 65, of Oak Hill, died Thursday, May 22, 2003, in a Beckley hospital. Born April 2, 1938, in Tazewell County, Va., she was the daughter of the late Roy L. and Mary Patrick Mathena. She was preceded in death by a son, James M. Calvert; and a brother, Harold L. Mathena. Survivors include her husband, Otis Mitchem; a son, Steven W. Calvert of Oak Hill; a daughter, Kimberley J. Calvert of Oak Hill; a brother, Roy L. Mathena II of Greenville, S.C; and three grandchildren, Candice, Jimmy and Ashley. Interment will follow in High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill. on May 23, 2003.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 222-28-1615.³ Alice Lee Thompson was buried at Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, New Castle Co., Delaware.² She was born on October 18, 1942 at Marytown, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,3 As of July 25, 1959,her married name was Mitchem.¹ She married Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem, son of William McKinley Mitchem and Laura Marrainia McGuffin, on July 25, 1959 at Daniels, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.¹ Alice Lee Thompson and Otis LaMonte "Monty" Mitchem were divorced on February 2, 1967.⁴ Alice Lee Thompson died on October 25, 1980 at Newark, New Castle Co., Delaware, at age 38.^3,2 She Services for Alice L. Adkins, 38, of 207 Kline St., Dragon Run Trailer Court, Red Lion, will be at 2:15 tomorrow afternoon at Gracelawn Memorial Park Chapel. Mrs. Adkins was dead on arrival Saturday at the Newark Emergency Room. Police said she had been shot once in the chest at close range. Her stepdaughter, Delma S. Bailey, 24, was charged with first-degree murder and possession of a deadly weapon during commission of a felony. Mrs. Adkins is survived by her husband, Charles H., of 5 Fairway Road, Red Knoll Apartments, Newark; three sons, Otis LaMonte Mitchem, Jeffery Wayne Mitchem and Rodney McKinnly Mitchem and a daughter, Diania Lee Lyall, a all of 5 Fairway Road; a brother, Rodney E. Thompson of Dalton, Ga; and five sisters, Dorothy Ann Abbott and Shirley D. Conley, both of Middletown, Frances Goad of Jacksonville, Texas, Margaret Hall of Youngstown, Fla. and Florence D. Keffer, of Bear. Burial will be in Gracelawn Memorial Park. on October 27, 1980.²

     Delores Mitchem was buried at Calfee Cemetery, Mount Tabor Road, Mount Tabor, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,1 She was born circa August, 1961 at Wilmington, New Castle Co., Delaware.¹ She died on November 12, 1961 at Wilmington, New Castle Co., Delaware.² She Final rites for Dolores Mitchem, three-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otis L. Mitchem, Wilmington, Del., formerly of Beckley, will be conducted Friday. Burial will be in the Calfee Cemetery, Mount Tabor. The child died in Wilmington Sunday. on November 16, 1961.¹

     Debera Kay Wefler Debera Kay Mitchem White departed this life on Monday, May 22, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital at the age of 67 years. Debera was born in Gary, IN on August 15, 1955, to the late Charles and Mary Erxleben Wefler. She considered herself lucky to have had two fathers; being adopted by Alvin F. Speece when he later married Deb’s mother. Debera had lived in Jackson, TN for the past 33 years; living in NW Indiana and Joliet, IL prior to moving to Tennessee. She devoted her life to the well being of others be it in her role of over 23 years as an employee of Jackson Madison County General Hospital, co-owner, Licensed Massage Therapist, and energy worker at "A Touch of Serenity Therapeutic Massage", a doTERRA essential oil wellness advocate, or volunteer worker for numerous charities. She literally “touched” many lives not only in the Jackson, TN area, but across the United States and Haiti. As Deb wrote during a workshop in 2003, “The Christ Spirit within me expresses in knowing God’s will and plan for me, and the ability in carrying it through.” As a long-time friend remembers, “She was always full of encouraging words and was so positive about people and life in general. She was a giver, a giver of time, a giver of love, a giver of compassion, a giver of her services, and a giver of physical things. She always gave hugs freely, two to keep you balanced; one on each side.” She is survived by her loving husband of eighteen years, David White; her three daughters Stephanie Mitchem, Koren Mitchem, Erin Mitchem and spouse James Chambers Jr; her five grandsons Alec, Aiden, Matthew, Dominic, and Cameron; step grandchildren Juniper and Josiah; and great-grandchildren Reagan, Patience, Zander, and Hunter. She is also survived by her brother Thomas Wefler and wife Stasia, and her sister June Wefler; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary Speece, Alvin Speece, and Charles Wefler; her brothers Michael Wefler and Frank Wefler, and her previous spouse Terrance "Terry" Mitchem. at Jackson, Madison Co., Tennessee.¹ Her married name was Mitchem.² She married Terrence Lewis "Terry" Mitchem, son of William McKinley Mitchem and Laura Marrainia McGuffin.^2,1 Debera Kay Wefler was born on August 15, 1955 at Gary, Lake Co., Indiana.¹ She died on May 22, 2023 at Indiana at age 67.¹

     Victor Keith Ebersole was born on November 12, 1923 at Filer, Twin Falls Co., Idaho.² He married Betty Jo Johnson, daughter of Newton Lindsay Johnson and Laura Matilda Rutter, on May 4, 1944 at Filer, Twin Falls Co., Idaho.^1,3 Victor Keith Ebersole died on July 13, 2019 at Salem, Marion Co., Oregon, at age 95.³

     Her Social Security Number was 547-30-5136.² Bette Jean Conrad was buried at Filer Cemetery, 2350 East 4000 North, Filer, Twin Falls Co., Idaho.^3,4 She was born on October 18, 1926 at Idaho.^3,2,4 As of June 6, 1944,her married name was Johnson.³ She married Grover Marshall Johnson, son of Grover Marshall Pugh and Laura Matilda Rutter, on June 6, 1944.^3,1,4 Bette Jean Conrad died on May 13, 2005 at Filer, Twin Falls Co., Idaho, at age 78.^3,2,4 She FILER - Bette Jean Johnson, 78, of Filer, ended her journey here on earth and returned to her Heavenly Father on May 13, 2005, at the Country living Care Facility in Filer. Bette was born to Venus Vivian and Robert Lee Conrad on Oct 18, 1926. She spent her childhood on the family farm west of Castleford, Idaho. Except for one semester when she went to Los Angeles County High School, Calif., she attended school in Castleford and graduated from Castleford High School in 1944. Bette had met a young sailor, Marshall Johnson, when he was home for a short leave from duty in the Pacific Theatre. They became engaged on their second date. Immediately after graduation, she and her mother traveled crosscountry to Virginia, where Marshall was stationed. He was able to get a 24-hour pass on June 6, 1944, and Bette and Marshall began their marriage of 48 years on that day. After the war, the couple returned to Filer, where they resided until Marshall's death in 1992. They were blessed with a son, Lindsay, and a daughter, Suzan. Bette was an active member of the Filer First Baptist Church, where she held numerous offices and sang in the choir. She especially enjoyed serving her Lord through work in the Mission program. Bette enjoyed sewing, gardening, and traveling throughout the west in their pickup camper with friends. She loved family camping trips at Easley Campground north of Ketchum. Most of all, Bette enjoyed having coffee and visiting with her many friends. She had an infectious laugh and a beautiful smile. Bette is survived by her son, Lindsay, and daughter-in-law, Gini, of Mountain Home; daughter, Suzan Ronk, and son-in-law, Jay, of Pocatello; grandchildren, Gina Knudson, Jeff Johnson, Jayson Ronk and Bekky Ronk; and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her devoted friend and loyal companion, Earle Montgomery. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marshall; and brothers, Ed, Lee and Earl (Bus) Conrad. Bette's family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Tami and the wonderful staff at Country living for all the loving care given to Mom this past year. A service for Bette will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2005, at the Filer Cemetery with the Rev. Gary Gilman of the First Filer Baptist Church officiating. on May 15, 2005.⁴