John Townsend

John H. “Johnny” Townsend, 78, years young went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2019. He was the baby of 10 children, 8 boys and 2 girls. Children of Thurman “Nick” and Fannie Townsend. His wife and caretaker was Betty Jo Marion Townsend. He had 2 step-children Tammy L. George and Roger A. Bird (Carolyn) and 2 grandsons Brandon L. George and Zachary D. Bird. He was preceded in death by grandson Brandon and all except brother Dallas Gene Townsend (Shirley) and sister in law Lois Elaine Townsend. John was born in Riverview, Charleston, WV. He graduated in 1960 from Charleston High School. He worked at Job Shop Printing and Outside Sales. He was an avid fisherman. He landed many “Trophy” fish of varied species. He had many certificates for trophy fish. He said that God sent him a wife Betty Jo of almost 44 years that was the best thing to ever happen to and for him.

Celebration of Johnny’s life will be 12:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home with Pastors David Bowen, Gary Bennet and Johnny’s nephew Kenny Nutter officiating. Burial will follow in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

Gathering of family and friends will be from 11 until time of service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Green Valley Church of God, 518 Green Valley Drive, St. Albans, WV 25177.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com