Mrs. Avis R. Birthisel

Avis R. Birthisel, 82, of Columbus, OH, formerly of St. Alban’s, WV, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness. Sunrise, February 8, 1937 in Clay, WV. Sunset, September 17, 2019. Avis was the daughter of Wilbert and Oleta Dawson of Clay. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her dear sister Janice Scott (Jarrell) and brother in law Todd Boggs (Vera Lou).

She was married to the love of her life for 62 years, Cecil Birthisel. They got it right! He was by her side daily for the last 2 years holding her hand, praying and providing her comfort while she was bed-ridden. Loving mother of Jeff (Tina), from Savannah, GA. and Jennifer (Doug) from Columbus, OH. Proud and devoted grandmother (Mamaw) of Samantha, BJ, Paul, Jacob, Mekaylee, Caleb and Andrew. Great grandmother of Corbin and Kendall. Dearest sister of Vera Lou Boggs (Todd), Wilbert (Junior) Dawson (Donna) and Virgil Dawson. Mother in law of Kelley. Many nieces, nephews and friends.

She spent many happy hours attending her grandchildren's sporting events and supporting their academic endeavors. Mamaw Avis and Papaw Cecil opened their home every day to friends and family, but especially Sunday for those that wanted fellowship and a great meal. She loved to cook and was most happy serving friends and family. Avis was a long devoted member of the Abney Street Church of God in St. Alban’s where she developed strong, faithful relationships with many dear friends. Her passion at Abney Street COG was teaching Sunday School, Children’s Church and Vacation Bible School.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Staff at Meadow Grove Nursing Home in Grove City, OH. In addition we would like to also thank the Staff at Bella Hospice Care in Columbus, OH., for their candor, understanding, thoughtfulness and guidance during this time.

We know Avis is happy in Heaven rocking all of the children.

A celebration of her life will take place at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home in St. Albans’ on Thursday from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. On Friday, services will be held at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, Avis and Cecil request any donations be made in Avis’s name to the Children’s Church at The Abney Street Church of God.