Obituary of David J. Duckworth

David J. Duckworth, age 96, a resident of Talbott’s Personal Care, passed away Sunday August 4, 2019 in Davis Medical Center.  David was born August 15, 1922 in Barbour County, WV a son the late J.J. and Chloe (Moats) Duckworth.  Surviving is-

Dearly loved Tina Mouser and husband Ron of Philippi

Nieces and nephews, Frank Stemple and wife Joy of Philippi

John Stemple of Philippi

Nora Sue Green and husband Steve of Martinsburg, WV

Elizabeth Jane Duffitt of Manassas, VA

Charles Daris “Bo” Stemple and wife Laurel of Philippi

Larry Duckworth and wife Amanda of Philippi

Shelia Tenney of Philippi

David was preceded in death by one daughter, Johna Forman, brothers, John William Duckworth, Jospeh “Joe” Duckworth, sisters, Abigale Stemple, Lena Duckworth, Rose Duckworth, Margaret Duckworth and Bridgette Duckworth.

David worked as a laborer for the Laborer’s International Union of North America, he was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #41 in Belington, and David enjoyed socializing and meeting new people.

Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Tuesday August 6, from 6-8 pm and on Wednesday August 7, from 8 am – 3 pm.  Funeral services will be conducted at 3pm. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery with military honors being accorded.