Charles "Ed" Tilley

Ed was born on September 19, 1939 to the late Joseph and Hazel Tilley as the youngest of twelve children. He was a devoted husband to his teenage sweetheart Gail for nearly 55 years. Also left to cherish his memory are a daughter Cindy Williams (Mark); son, Curtis (Gayle); son-in-law Rick DeBoard, 10 granddaughters, 3 grandsons and one great-grandson. Also surviving are a sister, Rachel Diegel and brothers, Roy and Lloyd Tilley. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Pamela Lynn DeBoard in 2011; as well as several siblings and relatives through the years.

Ed was a faithful member, active deacon, Sunday school and children’s teacher at Lower Falls Baptist Church in St. Albans. Ed served for many years across the country as a volunteer missionary and interim pastor with the North American Mission Board. Ed is also fondly remembered for his unique youth ministry known as “Mr. Ed’s Fun Box.” Ed also lovingly served the Lord through his fellowship and witness to others.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton WV. The family also invites friends to attend a Celebration of Life and Memorial Service on January 5, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Lower Falls Baptist Church, Saint Albans WV. In Lieu of Flowers, the family requests donations be made to HospiceCare of Kanawha County WV.

Services entrusted to Roselawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 450 Courthouse Road, Princeton, WV.

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