Alex Deskins Jr. Obituary

Name: Graveside service
Start: 2024-10-14T15:00:00
End: 2024-10-14T15:00:00
Location: Palm Memorial Gardens

We are sad to announce that on October 6, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Alex Deskins Jr. (Matheny, West Virginia), born in Kopperston, West Virginia. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alex Deskins, Sr. and Mercedes Ratliff Deskins; his brothers, David Deskins and Fred Allen Deskins; his parents-in-law, James F Shirley and Margie F Shirley; and his close friend Ronnie Stiltner.

He is survived by: his wife Karen Deskins; his children, Brian James Deskins (Jennifer) and Kelly Fay Coleman (Michael); his grandchildren, Tyler A Deskins, Olivia G Vanover (Jordan) and Kyla Cheyenne Workman (Derrick); his siblings, Eddie R Deskins, Earl Lee Deskins (Karen), Olive Davis (Jerry), Jane Renwick and Anna G Gregorich (Bob); and his close friend Phillip "PJ" Simmons. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Evans-Calfee Funeral Service

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October 10, 2024

Phyllis Simmons wrote a sympathy message

“PJ Simmons This news was just heartbreaking for us. I will miss my phone calls with Alex. He was my lifelong Navy buddy and I will always cherish my memories. I wish I could be there with the family. We love you, Karen, Brian, and Kelley. So long Ole Buddy…..I will see you soon. Phillip” PJ” Simmons”

October 8, 2024

Bill Rose wrote a sympathy message

“Sending my condolences to Alex’s family. I met him in the early 60s I worked at US Steel with Alex. Great guy and everyone held him in high regard. A Godly man and I felt blessed to call him my friend. I know he will be missed and loved by many. we will meet again one day but until then, Rest In Peace. Bill Rose”

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9051 Appalachian Hwy, Matheny, WV 24860

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