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Mr. Lonnie Eugene Dearing

05/06/1955 - 03/06/2021

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Obituary For Mr. Lonnie Eugene Dearing

On March 6, 2021, cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend Lonnie Eugene Dearing was called home to be with the Lord. Born on May 6, 1955 to Clyde A and Betty Christian Dearing. Lonnie was proceeded in death by his mother, Betty. Lonnie was baptized at an early age at Hilltop Baptist Church, Hilltop, WV. He graduated from Mt Hope High School, where he excelled in sports and academics. After high school Lonnie attended Beckley College where he studied Drafting. Lonnie worked several years at Columbia Gas. Lonnie was a member of the Carpenters Union for more than 20 years. He was a dedicated worker and a skillful craftsman. He never left the house without his signature flannel shirt and contagious smile. He was the heart and soul of any room. He never knew a stranger and always made you feel welcome and valued. He was a source of support and encouragement to the neighborhood kids and adults alike. If you knew Lonnie, you loved him. He loved to make people laugh and lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He was Lamond’s biggest fan, his son, who he lovingly called “Chief.” Lonnie was many things to many people. He was a positive influence to anyone who knew him and he will be deeply missed. Mourning his passing, yet blessed to have enjoyed him for many years, are his beloved wife, Gloria Hughes Dearing of Oak Hill, WV; father; Clyde A Dearing of Hilltop, WV; son, Lamond Dearing (Linda) of Bridgeport, WV; daughter, Tiffannee Hughes of New Albany, IN; brothers, Larry Dearing (Gaile) of Richmond, TX and Lynn Dearing (Celestine) of Cleveland, OH; sisters, Debra Dearing Gilchrist (Tim) of Columbus, OH and Carol Robinson Dearing of Cleveland, OH; 5 grandchildren, DeMarcus, Jayda, Malik, Lylah and Luka; 3 great-grandchildren; nieces, cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Sunday March 14, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Harlem Heights 416 Broadway Ave. Oak Hill, WV with Pastor Shannon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing gloves and masks and observing social distancing, may view one hour prior to the service.

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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03/16/2021

Judy LaPrade

Lonnie was one of the kindest friends I had the good fortune to know as a kid, always helpful and respectful. I have tried to pass his fine example of friendship on to others. We were all truly blessed to know him.
03/14/2021

Cynthia Washington

One of the nicest guys you'll ever know he will be greatly missed. Cynthia Washington
03/11/2021

Robert and Belinda Hughes
03/11/2021

Stan Ellison

Graduated with Lonnie and also knew his family. I was shocked to hear this as we shared a lot of experiences at Mt Hope high. Sending prayers from my family to his during this difficult time!! Stan Ellison
03/11/2021

JD Mollohan

We are so sorry to hear about Lonnie's passing. I have many good memories of Lonnie from our MHHS football and track days. I enjoyed knowing him and his entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dearing family. — JD and Jackie Mollohan
03/09/2021

Darrell Wiley

RIP Lonnie, a great classmate.
03/09/2021

Bonnie Marshall

Eugene and I both graduated with Lonnie. He was always a good and kind person. We are so saddened to hear of his passing. We are praying for his family. Let God comfort you as only He can. Eugene and Bonnie Carter Marshall
03/07/2021

Marc Redd

Lonnie was a very strong presence during my childhood. Often, he would ride with my Father Michael "Wendell" Redd to Ohio to pick me up so I could spend time in Greentown. He always had a smile for me and without fail was always truly so very kind. To hear of this loss makes me happy that I knew him and cry for the memories courtesy of him. May God be with the family through this time. Marc Redd aka "Lil Wendell"