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On Sunday, March 11, 2018, Verna Hunter, age 56, fell asleep in death with her beloved friend and devoted husband of 27 years, James “Jim”, by her side. Verna loved to read and pray which nurtured her love and faith. On September 26, 1981, she was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Throughout her life, she maintained a sweet, simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of those she met. Family was Verna’s love and joy. She always made time for family, was an excellent cook, loved trying new recipes and entertaining. Verna often enjoyed time crafting and playing games, especially UNO with her grandkids. Her positive spirit, contagious smile and humorous stories will be missed. Verna will be sadly missed by her husband, James; lovingly remembered by three children, Kristi and husband Richie McCormick, Karri and partner Mel, and Jimmy and wife Bonnie; six grandchildren, Briana, Alexis, Brandon, Angela, Chloe and Tristan; a sister and four brothers, Vera, Karl “Robert”, Cyrus, Raymond, and Rezon; and many other relatives and friends. A memorial service to honor Verna’s life and legacy, officiated by Jehovah’s Witnesses, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the Kingdom Hall, 379 Smithtown Rd., Morgantown. Professional services are being provided to the family with the guidance of Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Morgantown. To send personal condolences to the family, please visit www.smithfcc.com https://www.wvnews.com/obituaries/verna-hunter/article_390ff146-2872-11e8-9e27-9335497c0bff.html