McCoy-Moore Funeral Homes

01/20/2026

Linda K. Bragg, 80, of Vinton, Ohio went peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Sunday, January 18, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born February 4, 1945, in Oceana, West Virginia, daughter of the late Julius Johnston and Mary Ethel (Green) Johnston. Linda married Herbert A. Bragg of Vinton, September 15, 1963, at Salem Center, Ohio. Linda was loved and will be missed by many.

Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 63 years, Herbert “Acy” Bragg, their children: Truneda (Larry) Spaulding, Tammie (Joe) Roe and Ray (Vanessa) Bragg, all of Vinton, Ohio; grandsons: David Roe, Wyatt Bragg and Ian Bragg, all of Vinton, Ohio and Adam Bragg, Missouri; and great-grandson Damon Bragg, also of Missouri.

Linda is also survived by sisters, Betty Bailey, Vinton, Ohio, Loneda Varney, Vinton, Ohio and Trulisha Johnston, Vinton, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by three grandchildren, Clinton, Alena and Cody Spaulding and Reverend J.C. and Mary Johnston, brother, Frank Johnston and sister, Phyllis Muncy.

Funeral service will be held 12:00 PM Thursday, January 22, 2026, at The Pinnacle Church. Family and friends may call at the church beginning at 11:00 AM to the time of service. Private Graveside Service with immediate family to follow service.

01/16/2026

Announcement of services for Amanda Block - Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the Pinnacle Church, Main Street, Vinton, Ohio.

01/13/2026

Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Rodney Pike Church of God, Gallipolis, with a pot luck dinner to follow for those who would like to attend. The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the Masters Family during their time of need. The family wants to welcome everyone to the dinner as well as note that floral arrangements may be ordered for the service through the website at www.mccoymoore.com or by calling a local florist.

01/12/2026

Brady Gilbert, of Cheshire, Ohio entered into the presence of the Lord January 11, 2026, at the age of 87. He was born March 26, 1938, in Grundy, Virginia, son of the late William Garfield and Pearl (Thomas) Gilbert. He was a member and a deacon of Poplar Ridge Free Will Baptist Church.
Brady spent his life building a legacy from the ground up. In 1972, he founded Gilbert’s Garage and Trucking. To those in the industry, Brady was a mentor, leader and a man that could fix it all. When not at home, he could be found in the garage – sometimes breaking things just to rebuild them. To those at home, he was a devoted spouse and loving parent. He will be missed and remembered for the many lives he’s touched.
Brady was married to his best friend and love of his life, Ellen Gilbert, for over 65 years, and she preceded him in death June 6, 2024. They married July 5, 1958, in Cheshire, Ohio and together had four children: Rhonda (Samuel) Sowards, Vinton, Ohio; Rhea (Joe) Freeman, Roberta Payne and Brady (Mendy) Gilbert, Jr., all of Cheshire, Ohio.
Also missing Brady are grandchildren: Paul Reynolds, Joanna Amos, Brittany (Cody) McAvena, Adam Little, Bethany Gilbert and Brandy Gilbert; twelve great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; brothers: Hershel Gilbert and Keith Gilbert, both of Rodney, Ohio as well as several nieces, nephews and extended family members.
In addition to his parents and wife, Brady was preceded in death by siblings: Ann Vacaro, Brenda McCombs, Barbara Terry, Carolyn Spurlock, Roy Gilbert, Homer Gilbert, Gleason Gilbert, David Gilbert, Milford Gilbert and Lannis Gilbert.
A special thank you to the staff at Arbors at Gallipolis for their exceptional compassion and dedication in carrying for Brady.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Poplar Ridge Free Will Baptist Church, Bidwell, Ohio. Burial will follow in Gravel Hill Cemetery, Cheshire, Ohio. Family and friends may call at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, Thursday 4:00 PM-7:00 PM.
Pallbearers will be Adam Little, Paul Reynolds, Jr., Jacob Reynolds, Paul Michael Reynolds, Brady Gilbert, Jr., Roberta Payne, Rhonda Sowards and Rhea Freeman.

01/08/2026

Amanda “Mandy” O’nell Block, 49, of Vinton, Ohio, died Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Ohio State University East Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, following a brief illness.
Amanda was born in Columbus June 29, 1976, daughter of Terry Eugene and Tammy Mae (Chapman) Block, Vinton, Ohio. Mandy attended Calvary Christian Center Church, Gallipolis, Ohio and was a Foster Parent to many children in need, who she took great pride in helping.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children Alexander Lucas, Sophia Lucas and Angelina Lucas, all of Vinton; sister, Tara Block, Vinton; nieces, Maegan Kessell, Vinton, Grace Moore, Patriot, Ohio and nephew, George Block, Vinton; paternal grandmother, Mary Block, Bidwell, Ohio and several aunts, uncles and extended family members.
Mandy was preceded by paternal grandfather, George Block and maternal grandmother, Bonnie Parks.
Memorial services will be announced under the direction of the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, at the convenience of the family.

01/07/2026

Jennifer Lynn Masters, 51, of Rio Grande, Ohio, died Monday, January 5, 2026, in Ohio State University Wexner Center, Columbus, Ohio, following a short illness. Jennifer was born October 8, 1974, in Columbus, daughter of Margaret (Conn) George of Vinton, Ohio and the late Donald Ray George.
Jennifer was a member of Rodney Pike Church of God and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by husband, Randy Masters, Rio Grande and children, Mason (fiancée Sabrina McDaniel) Logue, Vinton, Ohio; Tyler Masters, Letart, West Virginia; Kalie (Kaylynn) Masters, Wellston, Ohio; Kyle (Kaylen McGinness) Masters, Bidwell, Ohio and Alisha Masters, Wellston, Ohio.
Also surviving are grandchildren Remi Logue, Karsyn, London and Kaiden Masters; sister, Amber (fiancé Steve Roberts) Carpenter, Bidwell; sister-in-law, Cheryl (Charles) Sammut, Patriot, Ohio; mother-in-law, Roberta Masters, Gallipolis and special friend, Mary Logue, Vinton, Ohio.
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Rodney Pike Church of God, Gallipolis, with a pot luck dinner to follow for those who would like to attend. The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the Masters Family during their time of need.

01/07/2026

Forrest Wayne Watson, Jr., 60, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at his residence. Born March 30, 1965, in Hardin County, Kentucky, he was the son of Forrest Wayne Watson, Sr. and the late Mary Juanita (Brangers) Watson. He was a carpenter by trade.
In addition to his father, he is survived by two sons, Zachary (Andrew) Thompson and Harley (Alison) Watson, both of Rio Grande, Ohio; sister, Cathy (Richard) Bryant and brother, Joseph (Cindy) Watson as well as several extended family members, friends and loved ones.
In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held. The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, is honored to serve the Watson Family in their time of need.

12/23/2025

Donald Ray Curry, 88, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025, in the Holzer Medical Center Emergency Room, Gallipolis, Ohio. Born September 30, 1937, in Omar, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson and Mary (Wooten) Curry. A proud 40 year United States Navy Veteran, he was employed for many years as a Foreman with the State Highway Department of Massachusetts before retirement.
He was a member of Gallipolis American Legion Post #27, a member of the DAV, and a member of Poplar Ridge Free Will Baptist Church.
Donald is survived by his children, Thomas J. (Stella) Curry, North Reading, Massachusetts and Sharon (Phillip Cacciatore) Donato, Somerville, Massachusetts; grandchildren: Paul Thomas (Nicole) Donato, Amanda Elizabeth Donato, Sarah Rose (Matt) Lightbody, Rebecca Curry and great-grandson, Paul Whitney Donato.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by wives, Claire and Babara Curry, sons, Michael and Steven Curry, sisters, Margie Curry, Ada Adkins, Roda Knox, Hester Brooks, Eilene Ferrell , Stella Brown and Juanita Hamilton as well as brothers, Earl, Levi, Leonard, Leslie, Charles and Oakley Curry.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Tuesday, December 30, 2025, in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, Ohio. Burial with Full Military Graveside Rites by the Gallia County Veterans Funeral Detail will follow in Poplar Ridge Church Cemetery, Bidwell, Ohio. Family members and friends may visit at the funeral home Tuesday, 11:00 AM to the Noon service time.

12/23/2025

Brenda Darlene Park, 72, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, in Holzer Senior Care Center, Bidwell, Ohio. The daughter of the late Everett Lewis and Daisy Annabelle (Russell) Kemper, she was born in Vinton, Ohio, April 6, 1953. Brenda married John Park December 16, 1995, who preceded her in death October 22, 2019.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Becky (Mike) Greene, Middleport, Ohio, Tammy (Matt) Gilmore and Aaron (Courtney) Mulholand, both of Gallipolis, Ohio; grandchildren: Makenzie (Kris) Weisenbach, Maddi Greene, Grant (Haiden) Gilmore, Gabral (Helen) Gilmore, Grace Gilmore, Connor Mulholand, Clayton Mulholand and great-grandchildren, Apollo, Freya, Daisy, Re*****on and Forest.
Also missing Brenda are brother, Sam Kemper and her fur babies, Joee, Zoee and Chloee.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by her sister, Linda Burnett.
Brenda will be forever remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many.
Memorial services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon, Monday, December 29, 2025, in Morgan Center Holiness Church, Bidwell, Ohio. A Gathering of Friends will be conducted at the church Monday at 11:00 AM to the time of the service.

12/19/2025

Rick (Mulholand) McClaskey, 71, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Friday, December 19, 2025.

He is survived by his mother, Phyllis Mulholand, brother, Anthony (Lisa) Mulholand and sister, Penny (Mark Danehart) Shepherd as well as sister-in-law, Vicki Mulholand and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his father, Robert McClaskey, the father who raised him, James Mulholand and brother, Eric Mulholand.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 PM Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in the Vinton Memorial Park, Vinton, Ohio.

The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the McClaskey/Mulholand Family.

12/13/2025

With sympathy we announce the passing of a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Edna Mae Tawney.

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12/08/2025

Jewell L. Hash, 87, of Bidwell, Ohio passed peacefully in her home Friday, December 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to E. Lowell and Mildred (Waters) Fish April 6, 1938, at Red House, West Virginia. A member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Gallipolis, Ohio, she worked for the United States Postal Service as a Postmaster for many years. Jewell was married to Martin Hash February 3, 1956, and together they shared sixty-nine years of marriage.
Jewell was a unique wife, mother and grandmother. God gave her many talents to her life, including cooking meals for family as well as large crowds and her ability to bake pies, cakes and other confections. She was well known for these delicious treats. She had an ability to recite poetry that was unmatched, sharing many with her children. She loved to dance and listen to music, often including her family in these endeavors.
Her grandchildren will fondly remember the many camping trips taken with her and Martin throughout their childhood – another love she shared with those around her. She spent precious time with her Sunday school class, to whom she shared her love of Jesus and taught those children, as well as her own, to love one another as Jesus loves us.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Martin, and their children: Gwen (Rob) Phillips, Bidwell, Ohio; Martin L. (Pam) Hash, South Point, Ohio; Amy Hash, Rio Grande, Ohio and Becky (Greg) Gardner, Tarlton, Ohio; grandchildren: Sarah (Danny) Rucker, Susan (Shane Davis) Phillips, Robbie (Nicole) Phillips, Jarrod (Pinky) Hash, Abi Hash, Josh Hash, Jessie (Eddie) Christian, Jordan (Karen) Gardner, Corbin (Kailee) Gardner and Casey (Cash Hepper) Gardner.
Also missing Jewell are seventeen great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and sister-in-law, Donna Fish, Kingston, Ohio.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by brothers, Maxwell Fish and Howard Fish and sisters, Becky Brown and infant, Cordelia Fish.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, December 12, 2025, in the First Church of the Nazarene 1110 1st Ave, Gallipolis, Ohio, including a one hour visitation prior to the service at 10:00 AM, with Pastor Greg Gardner officiating. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Bidwell, Ohio. Family and friends may visit at the church Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00-6:00 PM.