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Mrs. Josephine Louise Mealy Wooten

01/09/1942 - 03/25/2019

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Obituary For Mrs. Josephine Louise Mealy Wooten

Mrs. Josephine Louise Mealy Wooten was born January 9, 1942 to the late Hembry and Levosia Townsend Mealy in Garten, WV. She was the seventh of eight children.

On March 25, 2019, the Lord called Sister Josephine home to eternal rest. May her soul find peace, favor, and acceptance with her Maker and indeed may her good works live on.

She was married to the late Alvin D. Wooten.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Edith B. Gray and Fred Tucker and two sisters, Allie Sledge and Jim Dalton.

She was a faithful member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Fayetteville, WV. Sister Wooten was one of the “Mothers of the church” and also was a member of the choir. She really enjoyed the singing and the fellowship.

She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, who took an interest in each, and every one of her children for four generations. Perhaps she will be remembered best for the charming little things that vividly characterized Sister Josephine’s life: her quiet and unassuming disposition, her love and loyalty to family, her dedication and devotion to God and church and her gentle spirit. She was a very soft-spoken woman, but she always got her point across. Her infectious smile could melt the harshest of hearts.

Cherishing her memory are her three sons, Tony Booker of Oak Hill, WV, Kevin and Anthony Mealy, both of Lexington, KY; three daughters, Robin (Duke) Matthews of Fayetteville, WV, Levosia Pounds of Virginia Beach, VA and Colleen (Tony) Canada; one brother, Milton Tucker; two sisters, Martha Debram and Phyllis Gallman; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Friday, March 29, 2019 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 8687 Gatewood Road, Fayetteville, WV with Rev. Keith Walker officiating. Burial will follow in Huse Memorial Park, Fayetteville.

Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church.

Condolences may be emailed to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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03/29/2019

carolyn weaver

robin and tony so sorry for your loss. Josephine was a good lady I loved her todeath r.i.p peace my friend
03/29/2019

Judy Bolen

Robin, Colleen and families, So saddened by the loss of your precious mother. Always enjoyed my visits with her. Loved her dearly. Judy Bolen
03/29/2019

Larry E. Allen

We pray that you feel the presence of the Lord in a very special way in your time of grieving and celebration. It is times like this that I celebrate, rejoice, and give GOD praise for HIS SON and our Savior. May HE be to you as HE promised, the God of all comforts! We love you!
03/28/2019

Della Persinger

My deepest sympathies to the family of Mrs. Josephine. I will miss that smile and laugh. I remember growing up in garten and how good she was to us all. When I saw her out she would always say Della how is your mom doing. I so sorry for your loss. Della Jones and family.
03/27/2019

Reyes

Deepest condolences for Mrs. Josephine's family. I hope you can find comfort in the scriptures at Acts 24:15 where Jehovah God promises a resurrection of our loved ones. Surely we can all look forward to a time where we could live forever on the earth in perfect health, without pain or death (Psalm 37:29 & Revelation 21:4).
03/27/2019

Stanley Wooten

We send our heartfelt condolences to the family of Josephine Wooten for the loss of your cherished loved one. Although circumstances prevent us from being with you presently, please know that our hearts are with you now and always. -The Robert and Mary Wooten Children: Mae, Ann and Stanley.
03/27/2019

John Roberts

Uncle Tucker - We are profoundly saddened at the death of your beloved sister. Know we continually have you and the family in our prayers. We love you and will be here in whatever capacity you may need. - John Wm. and Thom, Opelika, AL