Lois Lorraine Gatchell of North East died at home Monday, August 3, 2015. She was 94. Born in Kelleysville, W.Va., on February 16, 1921, she was the daughter of Oscar Byrd and Rosa Lee Caves. Mrs. Gatchell enjoyed singing, playing the guitar, reading and gardening. She mostly enjoyed spending time with her family and caregiving for young children throughout her lifetime. She is survived by daughters Nancy Justice, Linda Wiles (Harold) and Vicki Gibson of North East; 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; sister, Zenith Chilco of Bluefield, W.Va.; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gatchell was preceded by her daughter, Brenda L. Rakes; nine siblings; and her husband, Francis Gatchell. A funeral service will be held Friday, August 7, at 11 a.m. at Crouch Funeral Home, P.A., 127 South Main Street, North East, where the family will receive guests beginning at 10 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow in North East Methodist Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Amedisys Hospice, in care of the funeral home. Comments are closed.
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