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     Robert Lee "Bobby" Arthur was born on February 29, 1932 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.² He died on September 10, 1935 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 3.²

     Her married name was Smith.² Her married name was Shamblin.¹ Kay Arthur married Dr. Jack Freeman Shamblin.^1,2,3 Kay Arthur married Unknown Smith.² Kay Arthur was born on November 12, 1941 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.² She died on October 18, 2017 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 75.² She Kay Arthur Shamblin, 75, passed away October 18, 2017, at the Hubbard Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family, after a short but valiant battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Charleston, she was born on November 12, 1941, grew up in Kanawha City, attended Horace Mann Junior High, and graduated from Charleston High School, Class of 1959. She was a member of the second class to receive the R.N./B.S.N. degree from West Virginia University School of Nursing. She spent her life caring for others in her chosen profession. Kay was one of the original interfaith group of people who brought the concept of Hospice to the Kanawha Valley, she served as a Hospice nurse and volunteer, and she died with dignity in a place that has meant so much to her and her life work. Kay worked labor and delivery at CAMC Memorial and outpatient surgery at Thomas Memorial in the 1970s and 1980s. She worked for the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health for 17 years. She began her tenure with the Bureau for Public Health as Clinical Director for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program. She later became Director of the Division of Local Health where she served for 10 years until her 2010 retirement. Her work as a public health nurse was recognized by the West Virginia Center for Nursing when she received the Nursing Excellence Award for Nursing Leadership in 2007 for her commitment to public service, her passion for helping people, and her ability to shape and influence the public health practice. She also received the Public Health Achievement award in 2010 for meritorious service in the field of Public Health by the West Virginia Association of Local Health Departments. Always active in her community, Kay was President of the Junior League of Charleston and served on steering committees that brought the national Sweet Sixteen girls' tennis tournament to Charleston for several years in the early 1980s. At WVU, Kay was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and was active in the Charleston alumni chapter. She was an active member of the University of Charleston Builders, and proudly completed the Citizens Police Academy with the Charleston Police Department this past June. Kay was a charter member, along with her parents and sister, of Village Chapel Presbyterian Church where she continued to worship throughout her life. She was an elder, a member of the Pastor Nominating Committee, a youth leader, and most recently, moderator of Presbyterian Women. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Luella Conner Arthur; young brother, Bobby; husband, Dr. Jack Shamblin Jr; step-daughter, Stacy Shamblin; and niece, Kandi Tweedy. She is survived by her sister, Betty Burton Halstead; her sons, Geoffrey Smith and wife Margaret of Chattanooga, Tenn., Rodney Smith and wife Lisa of Charleston, and Chris Smith and wife Lisa of Charleston; her cherished grandchildren, Carter, Reade and Maggie of Chattanooga, Lucy, William, Christopher, Allison and Conner of Charleston, and Malana Pauig of Charlotte, N.C; her step-sons, Dr. Jack Shamblin III of Martinsburg and Mark Shamblin of Gulf Shores, Ala. She also leaves behind her dear cousin, Ghee Gossard and husband Terry; her sister-in-law, Carolyn Tweedy and husband Bob, and their children Karen, Kristi and Scott; step-grandchildren, Tori, Jack and Sarah Shamblin; her niece, Pam Burton White; and nephew, Greg Burton and wife Kim of Charleston; and very special friend, F. Thomas Graff and his family. Kay was often seen lifting spirits with her beloved dog, Bailey, at the Hubbard Hospice House, at nursing homes, or just greeting new friends in downtown Charleston. She led by example through kindness, grace and gratitude toward others. Kay lived life without regret and "never judged a book by its cover." She recognized that all people have something special to offer and had an uncanny ability to bring out the best in all of us. Towards the end, she "adjusted her sails" and spent her final days with family and close friends making treasured memories. on October 20, 2017.²

     His Social Security Number was 235-58-2406.⁴ Dr. Jack Freeman Shamblin married Kay Arthur, daughter of Clarence P. Arthur and Luella Daisy "Lou" Conner.^1,2,3 Dr. Jack Freeman Shamblin was born on September 26, 1937 at West Virginia.⁴ He died on September 24, 2013 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 75.^3,4 He Dr. Jack Freeman Shamblin Jr. of Charleston passed away suddenly at home on September 24, 2013. He was 75 years of age. He was a member of the first graduating class of dentistry in 1961 at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry. He was the youngest dentist to be admitted to practice in the state of West Virginia, and he practiced for over 50 years in the Kanawha Valley. He was a member of the American Dental Association, West Virginia Dental Association, Kanawha Valley Dental Society, Charleston Study Club and Virginia Street Study Club. When Dr. Shamblin retired, he had treated as many as six generations in one family. Jack was a brother of Phi Sigma Kappa at West Virginia University. After graduating he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served as a captain during the Vietnam War in the dental corps. Jack was a longtime member of Berry Hills Country Club. He was formerly a member at Sleepy Hollow and Kanawha Country Club. He was an avid golfer. Jack was a former Kanawha Valley Amateur Champion, runner-up in the West Virginia State Amateur Tournament and he won two West Virginia Senior Amateur Championships. He was accepted into the Society of Seniors Amateurs National Golf Organization and represented West Virginia in the Virginia Carolina Matches. He loved the game and all those who played with him. He remained an avid golfer and shot a 76 at Berry Hills a few days ago. On his final day, he commented that he finally got his putting stroke where it needed to be and his game in perfect order. He was president of his class at South Charleston High School, lettered in three sports and was selected in 1954 as SCHS Athlete of the Year. He was a member of the West Virginia University baseball and basketball teams and declined an opportunity to play professional baseball to pursue his dental education. Jack is preceded in death by his daughter, Stacy Gail Shamblin; mother, Mona Lee McClung; and father, Jack Freeman Shamblin Sr; his brother, Jerry Douglas Shamblin. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Kay Arthur Shamblin; his son, Jack Freeman Shamblin III of Martinsburg and his children, Victoria "Tori" Lynn Shamblin and Jack Freeman Shamblin IV; son, Mark Lee Shamblin of Gulf Shores, Ala., and his daughter, Sarah Beth Shamblin; stepsons, Geoffrey Smith (Margaret) of Chattanooga, Tenn., and their children, Carter, Reade and Maggie Smith, Rodney Smith (Lisa) of Charleston and their children, Lucy and William, and Chris Smith (Lisa) of Charleston and their children, Malana, Christopher, Allison and Conner; and his nieces and nephew, Sheri, Kerry and Michael Shamblin. Jack loved his family, friends, golf, cooking, fly fishing and the great outdoors. on September 27, 2013.³

     His Social Security Number was 234-56-2803.⁵ Evart Eugene "Gene" Rywant was buried at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW. 102nd Ave., Bushnell, Sumter Co., Florida.^6,3,7 He was born on July 10, 1932 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,3,5,7,8,4 He married Constance Neola "Connie" Cummings, daughter of Ray Thomas Cummings and Talma Lenora Arthur, on April 17, 1951 at Three Mile, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Evart Eugene "Gene" Rywant died on April 24, 2003 at Orange Co., Florida, at age 70.^6,3,7,5,8 He Evart E. (Gene) Rywant, USAF Retired Chief Master Sergeant, 71, died Thursday, April 24, 2003. Gene was from Coal River, West Virginia. Son of Kate and Charles Rywant of Charles' Beauty Shop. Gene retired after serving 23 years in the Air Force and also retired from GTE in Tampa, FL. He has been living in Winter Garden for the past 6 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Connie Rywant of Winter Garden; daughters Eugenia Gracer of Miami, Kathy Groves of Winter Garden; son Kenny Rywant of Brandon, FL; and three grandchildren, Alex Groves, Ryan and Emily Rywant. Family is receiving friends Monday, April 28, 2003 from 6-8PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2003, 10AM at First Baptist Church in Windermere, FL. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. on April 27, 2003.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 262-17-4946.⁵ Eugenia Lynn Rywant was born on March 1, 1955 at Hampton, Virginia.^4,5 As of March 27, 1993,her married name was Gracer.³ She married Gregory Alan Gracer on March 27, 1993 at Miami, Dade Co., Florida.³ Eugenia Lynn Rywant died on June 2, 2008 at age 53.⁵