GARY A. SOLE
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Gary Arthur Sole, 77, of Middlebourne, WV, passed away at his home with his brother, Darrell at his side. Gary, who was the son of Arthur and Jerle (Fiber) Sole, was raised and lived his entire life just outside of Middlebourne, in his beloved community of Lone Tree.
Gary was baptized into the Church of Christ and held a strong faith which he leaned on during his illness. He was a 1966 graduate of Tyler County High School in Middlebourne. Following high school, he was employed by Cytec Industries where he retired on January 1, 2009, after 39 years with the company. For the final 10 Years of his employment he served as a logistics site operator.
Gary’s passions included farming, investing, and collecting American-made glassware. He enjoyed his almost daily visits with his friends in New Martinsville and lunches at Choo Choo’s Restaurant. He was an active member of Moose Lodge #931 and the American Legion in New Martinsville. Gary’s constant companions were his dog, Rose, and his three cats, Pretty Boy, Harry, and Bashful.
He is survived by: his daughter Lisa (James) Cox of Rutherfordton, NC; a brother, Darrell Sole of Middlebourne, WV; a sister, Karen (Tom) Wolf of Plano, TX; 3 Grandsons (Michael, Joseph, and Cris); several Great Grandchildren, including Willow, 1 Niece (Jenna), and 2 Nephews (James and Daniel). He was preceded in death by his brother, Gregg, who passed in 1978.
In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Olive Branch Animal Rescue and Refuge located in Sistersville, WV, or your local animal shelter. A celebration of life will be announced in the near future.