David Allen Jarvis, 51 of Barrackville, WV passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center. He was born January 15, 1960 at Fairmont, WV, a son of Virginia Mae Allen Weekley of Baxter and the late Robert David Weekley.
He is survived by his wife Jenny Lynn Hendershot Jarvis of Barrackville; 3 step-daughters, Cheyenne Sky Pill of Bingamon, Jona Lynn Allman of Barrackville and Taylor Rae Allman of Barrackville; 3 grandchildren, Matthew Coal Willie of Bingamon, Makayla Collins of Mannington and Reagan Elizabeth Sue Collins (pappy’s little angel) of Barrackville; 5 brothers, Dewayne Jarvis and wife Eva of Fairview, Roger Jarvis and wife Diane of Barrackville, Jay Mullins of Naples, FL, Russell Weekley and wife Stephanie of Baxter and James Weekley of Baxter; several nieces and nephews, including Chuck and Christal Reed, who were Dave’s caregivers during his illness; several great-nieces and nephews, including Mackensy and Jarrett (Cowboy Up!); his mother-in-law, Dorothy Hendershot of Dent’s Run.
Dave was a United States Veteran of 21 years, having served in the 201st Field Artillery at the Armory in Morgantown, having the rank of Staff Sgt. He was also a Veteran of the Gulf War. He loved his horses and was a member of the Rough Riders having been one the last of the older members of the group. He enjoyed spending time at the Mannington Fair every year with his family. He loved his family and will be greatly missed.
Friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main Street, Mannington, WV on Thursday, January 5, 2012 from 5-9:00 P.M. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A. M. on Friday, January 6, 2012 in the funeral home with Pastor Bill Coon officiating. Burial will follow at the West Virginia National Cemetery in Grafton. Full Military Rites will be accorded by the United States Army and Marion County Veterans Council. Memorial Contributions can be made in Dave’s memory to the funeral home for his funeral expenses. On-line condolences may be left for the family at mastersfuneralhomewv.com
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Dave was a good soldier and friend. I knew him from the time he joined the unit. He will be missed by all his many comrades. I'm sorry for your loss.
Jenny I am so sorry to hear about Dave. My prayers and thoughts will be with all of you. Please put your faith with God he will help you get through these rough time. I wouldn't have made it with out him getting me through my rough times. Love Aunt Dink
Family & Friends:
Our hearts are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your loved one. May God be with you all during your time of sorrow and help ease your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God Bless.
Dave was a good man now God just took one of his children home, Where up there is no suffing and pain like in the world below , Now God has a special angel to look down on you and the kids. Times might get tough but just remember with gods help and faith he will pull you though this and some day you will meet him again in heaven .
Welcome Home My Child, My Son
Your work on earth has been well done.
You have been a witness to many while on earth
And you've shared the story about the miracle birth.
You never hid the fact that you loved Me.
You shared the Word no matter what the need be.
You spoke of Me often to family and friends.
And you showed how faith can strengthen and often mends.
You did your best to always give glory to Me
And for this, you will live eternally.
And now the time has come for you to rest;
I'm taking you home as My special guest.
Welcome home my daughter, My child, My son,
Your work on earth has been well done.
and every thing will be ok
R.I.P DAVE GOOD MAN GOOD FRIEND
Aunt Jenny I am sorry to hear about Dave. My prayers are always with you and the extended family,,, I will also say that if you let the lord carry your burdens and lift the sorrow you will make it through this tough time of your life i will always remember, love and miss Dave,, . Love your niece Melinda
Extending heartfelt sympathy to the family and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Marion County Senior Citizens.