Obituaries

Jody Everly

Jody “Grump” Everly, 73, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.

The son of the late Phil and Jean Everly, he was born on Feb. 21, 1946, in Morgantown.

Jody was a retired coal miner; with 30 years of service at Blacksville #2. He was an avid racing fan and never met a stranger.

He is survived by his wife, of 47 years, Sherry Solomon Everly; a daughter and her husband, Kara and Rodney Jaggie; and a granddaughter, Paige Jaggie. Also surviving, a cousin who was like a brother, Bill Herrington; and an aunt, Ruth Hockaday.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by and infant brother, Michael Everly; and his father and mother-in-law, Jimmie and Elsie Solomon.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to, Pet Helpers 726 East Park Ave. PMB 311 Fairmont, WV 26554, or Animal Friends of North Central WV, 252 Brewer Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508.
A memorial gathering will be held at Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home, from 4-7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9. Honoring Jody’s wishes, cremation services have been provided by Fred L. Jenkins Funeral Home.

Condolences:
www.fredljenkinsfuneralhome.com