Almeda Jean Whetzel

Almeda Jean Whetzel, 79, a resident of Dayton, passed away on Monday, October 1, 2018.

Mrs. Whetzel was born on March 5, 1939 in Franklin, West Virginia and was the daughter of the late Raymond Howard and Esta Lillian Propst Thompson. She was employed for 53 years at Graham Packaging. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards, cooking, baking and taking care of her cats.

In the spring 1964, she married Chester Lee Whetzel who survives.

Also surviving is a son, Rick Whetzel and wife Kelly of Staunton; two brothers, Sheldon Thompson of Mt. Valley, Raymond "Junior" Thompson, Jr. of Weyers Cave; four grandchildren, Katelynn Rankin, Brandon Rankin, Cassidie Rankin, Stephanie Wilson; and a number or nieces and nephews.

Pastor Isaac Harper will conduct a graveside service on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends prior to the graveside service at McMullen Funeral Home from 1:30-2:15 p.m.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.mcmullenfh.com

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.