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EUGENE “GENE” SINGER

Eugene “Gene” Francis Patrick Singer, 81, of Wheeling, WV, died peacefully on December 17, 2023 at WVU Medicine Continuous Care Center.

He was born January 18, 1942, in Wheeling, WV, where he resided all of his life.

Eugene was a graduate of Wheeling Central Catholic High School, West Liberty State College and LSU School of Banking.

Known by many as “Pappy,” he enjoyed spending time with his family; especially his grandchildren. His family was his entire world. He was also an avid Notre Dame enthusiast and looked forward to his yearly trips to campus.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Diane Grim Singer; sister, Paula Singer; and brother- in-law, Thomas Naegele.

Surviving are his son, Mark Singer of Wheeling, WV; daughters, Deb (Mark) Blessing of Columbus, OH, Kristine (Dale) Stanford of Wheeling, WV and Dawn (Kyle) Wood of Belmont, NC; grandchildren, Kadie Stanford, Noah Singer, Megan (Michael) Gittings, Hannah Singer, Micah Singer, Kieran Wood, Aidan Wood and Kimber Hardwick; and siblings, Sr. Joan Singer, Mary (Thomas) Breiding, Carol (George) Hersey, Janice Naegele and David (Paula) Singer.

In respect of Eugene’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A Celebration of Life Mass will be held Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 11 AM at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Father Joseph Wiley as celebrant.

Arrangements by Kepner Funeral Home, Burke Chapel, 2101 Warwood Ave., Wheeling (304-277- 2722).

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either the Alzheimer’s Association (act.alz.org/donate) or the Corpus Christi Ladies Guild (1508 Warwood Ave., Wheeling, WV 26003).

Condolences may be made to the family at kepnerfuneral.com