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JAMES DERROW

James Wesley Derrow, 76, of Wheeling, WV, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, at Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, WV.

He was born July 18, 1941, in Glen Dale, WV, son of the late J.T. and Sue Ann Kalcun Derrow.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his best friend and brother, Thomas J. Derrow who died Feb. 6, 2018.

James was a retired fireman for the City of Wheeling’s Fire Department. He held over 31 years of service. He was a member of the Iola Club and was a Christian by faith.

He loved antique cars and Volkswagens, car racing, and helping people. He was a man who always offered his two cents. Most of all, he loved his family, and he cherished his grandchildren.

James is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Emma Agnes Fitzpatrick Derrow; three children, James P. (Christine) Derrow, Christopher D. Derrow, and Dawn Nel (Buck) Davidson, all of Wheeling, WV; nine grandchildren, Ashley M., Sydney E., Aubree A., Emily J., Abigail L., Allison M., James T., Nathaniel C., and Mary A.; a half-sister, Kelly Nickerson; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and multiple friends, some closer than others.

Friends will be received Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, from 12-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and again Monday, Feb. 12, 2018, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Kepner Funeral Homes, 166 Kruger St., Wheeling, WV, (304-242-2311). Visitation followed by services at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 2244 Marshall Ave., Wheeling, WV, 26003 at 11 a.m. Monsignor Paul A. Hudock will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Church, 2244 Marshall Ave., Wheeling, WV, 26003.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.kepnerfuneral.com.