Gary Lewis Fluharty, 75 of Mannington, WV passed away on Monday, March 9, 2015 at Fairmont Regional Medical Center. He was born April 30, 1939 at Metz, WV, a son of the late Harry Clyde Fluharty and Doris Isabel Allen Fluharty.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Brenda Holbert Fluharty; 4 children, Jeff Fluharty and wife Wendy of Farmington; Dantia Nicholson and husband Kenny of Mannington, Jim Efaw and wife Michelle of Mannington, and Richard Efaw and wife Bashtlee of Mannington; 14 grandchildren, Carmen Fluharty, Michael and Clarissa Nicholson, Destiny Nicholson, Tiffany and JD DeVaul, Austin Nicholson, Sabrina Lee and Kris, Isaac Efaw, Damien Sawyers, Caitlyn Lancaster, Ryan Moore, Kenny Lancaster, Sheyann Lancaster, Jacob Lancaster, Nicole Efaw; 3 great-grandchildren, Gabe Lee, Aubree Nicholson and Bryant Nicholson; 2 nephews, Scott Matheny and Mike Matheny, both from Tennessee; 2 uncles, Wayne Fluharty of Fairmont and Thomas Fluharty of Atlanta, Georgia.
In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria Matheny, and several aunts and uncles.
Gary was a coal miner for 37 years having worked for Consolidation Coal Co., Northern Division, as a boss. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing and hunting as well as doing yard work, especially mowing his yard.
Family and Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home in Mannington, WV on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 from 2-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 11am in the funeral home with Evangelist Dr. Michael P. Reese officiating. Burial will follow at Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com
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So very sorry Brenda, Gary and I were close before school, then 1st through high school and even some college together.---I'm also sorry that I cannot make Wednesday or Thursday due to pre-arrangements that I cannot change, and please believe I tried.---You also must know that if Georgie or I can do anything we are as close as the telephone.--------------Skitz
So very sorry to hear this. My husband, David Wilson, and I both worked with Gary for many years. He was a good man, a hard worker and will be missed by many, many people. That is, to me, the best legacy a man, or a woman, could have. Sincerely, Denise
Jeff and Wendy,
Nita and I were saddened to hear about Gary's passing. Prayers and good wishes coming your way from us.
I'll come by this afternoon during visitation hours.
Stay strong. See you guys later,
Larry
Jeff, Sorry to hear about your father, Rosemary and I will add him and your family to our prayer list.
Bob Tokar
Brenda and Family,
I want to send my condolences to everyone on this great loss. Words cannot express how much I miss you Brenda and my prayers go out to you/family.
Love You,
Rose and Dave
I am sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great guy. May the memories of good times spent with him will support his family in future.
Sending our deepest sympathy. Remembering you in thought and prayer.
My heart grieves with you. Gary, and his parents,were so good to Ray and Kate Freeland's family.Our years in Metz were made better because of Gary Fluharty.He loved Big Green football. May Our Lord receive him with satisfaction.
Jimmy Freeland
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.