Polly Ann Kirk Whitesville, West Virginia Obituary

Polly Ann Kirk

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;" id="docs-internal-guid-32158715-7fff-aa81-dfa8-deb74036a186"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Polly Ann Kirk, 88, of Charleston, WV, went to be with the Lord on Sept. 12, 2020.&nbsp; She was born on March 12, 1932 in Stickney, WV, the oldest of four children born to&nbsp; the late, Dayton Peters, Sr. and Margaret (Belcher) Peters, of Montcoal, WV</span></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She is survived by one beloved son, Kevin Kirk, his wife, Beth, grandchildren Tyler Kirk, of Barboursville, granddaughter, Kourtney Clark, (Ethan) and two great-grandchildren, Treyson and Alaia Clark, of Charleston. She is survived by one sister, Janet Michael of Glen Daniel WV, one brother, Dayton Peters, Jr. of Safety Harbor, FL, niece, Katrina Clay (Chip) of Glen Daniel, WV, nephew Dean Peters, (Lauri) of St. Charles, IL, niece, Michele Harmon (Kerry) of Charlotte, NC, nephew, Larry Michael, Jr. (Kelly) of Raleigh, NC, niece, Kim Theal, of Safety Harbor, FL, niece Darlene Vera, of Austin Texas, and many great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Roger Peters, of St. Charles, Illinois.</span></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She was a 1950 graduate of Marsh Fork High School, and a graduate of Morris Harvey College.&nbsp; She also attended Marshall University and West Virginia University graduate schools.</span></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She was employed by Armco Steel Corporation, Montcoal, WV, for 14 years, and then earned her bachelor’s degree and began her career as an English teacher at Sherman High School, where she was loved by many students and staff for over 30 years.&nbsp; During her tenure there, she served as the cheerleading sponsor, Thespian Club sponsor, and taught college classes for Southern West Virginia Community College.&nbsp; After retiring, she became a member of the Boone County Retired Teachers Association.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She was a life-long Christian and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Charleston WV for over 30 years, and a past member of First Baptist Church of Whitesville, WV.&nbsp; She was a constant witness to the Lord, and her life was living testament to her favorite quote, “If we have met, and you forget me, you have lost nothing, but if you have met Jesus Christ, and forget Him, you have lost everything”.</span></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">She was a beloved mother to Kevin and grandmother&nbsp; “Grams”, to her grandchildren, Tyler and Kourtney. During retirement, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends.&nbsp; She enjoyed attending church, reading, and cooking for her family. She will be sadly missed by all.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 17, 17); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Pineview Cemetery (weather permitting) in Orgas, WV, burial to follow.&nbsp; Visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 19, from 12:00-1:00 p.m., at Armstrong Funeral Home, Whitesville, WV.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;background-color:#f9f9f9;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;padding:0pt 0pt 19.5pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; color: rgb(17, 17, 17); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Genesis Dunbar Center for the wonderful care, compassion, and love they showed Polly during her final years.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the West Virginia Alzheimer’s Association, 1601 2</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size:0.6em;vertical-align:super;">nd</span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Avenir, sans-serif; background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Avenue, Charleston, WV. 25387.</span></p><p><br><br><br></p>
March 12, 1932 - September 12, 202003/12/193209/12/2020
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Melissa Milam-Henderson
September 24, 2020
Polly Ann was a great influence on our small community growing up.  I have nothing but great memories of her smile, laughter and honesty.  My heart felt sympathy to the entire family, what a huge loss.
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Nedra Masey Dye
September 20, 2020
As a member of the 1950 graduating class of Marsh Fork High School, I was sorry to hear of Polly Ann's death. 
I truly appreciate classmate Don Bailey who keeps many of us informed about members of our class.
As a fellow retired teacher, I'm certain Polly Ann will be m...
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Paul Nelson
September 16, 2020
Condolences.
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Warren and Debby Young
September 15, 2020
Katrina and Chip...so sorry to learn of Polly Ann’s passing.  Remember the good times until you meet again.
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Marilyn Grubbs
September 15, 2020
She was a wonderful person. So sorry she's gone. So sorry Katrina... Many memories of her.
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Charlene Whitten Dolin
September 15, 2020
Mrs. Kirk was one of my favorite teachers at Sherman High. ❤️
I had English & Physical Education classes with her.
She definitely had an impact on my live!!
My condolences to the family.
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Monica Harrison
September 15, 2020
Ms. Kirk was a wonderful and strong woman who touched the lives of her students. She genuinely cared about us. I will always remember our advanced English class... toward the end of the year she taught the class etiquette to make sure we were prepared to interact sociall... Continue Reading
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Linda Protan Anderson
September 14, 2020
I was lucky enough to have Ms. Kirk, as my English teacher, at Sherman High. She was a great teacher, had a good sense of humor, cared about her students, & sponsored student activities. When I had Ms. Kirk, Kevin was a little boy. She loved him dearly, & often told us s... Continue Reading