Gary Joe Ising

Gary Ising went to be with the Lord on October 28, 2015 at his residence in Charleston. He was 56 years old.

He was born on September 29, 1959 in Evansville, Indiana to Bonnie (Sullenger) Hardison and the late William Ising. He was also preceded in death by his stepfathers, Jack Staples and Walter Hardison, and his father-in-law Robert Roush of Charleston.

Gary spent most of his life serving others in many organizations. He was a former assistant scoutmaster an AWANA commander, and a trustee at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church where he was also very active in children’s church along with many other ministries throughout the years. He also supported Elk Valley Christian School in the athletic and transportation departments in various roles. He was a 1977 graduate of both Charleston High School and Carver Technical Center. He had recently completed 16 years of service with Lumos Networks.

Throughout his life, faith and family were his top priorities. He was always willing to help anyone in need and was able to give good, sound advice on virtually any topic. He was also a fan of conservative talk radio and the show NCIS and was known for telling jokes.

He is survived by…
His mother: Bonnie Hardison of Evansville, Indiana
His wife of 36 years, Carol (Roush) Ising
Son and daughter-in-law: Eric & Candice Ising
Daughter and son-in-law: Melissa & Kenneth Wells of Chatsworth, Georgia
Grandchildren: Timothy Ising, MacKenzie Ising of Pinch, Madisyn Spangler, Isaiah Spangler, Isaac Paulin of St. Albans and Lydia Wells of Chatsworth, Georgia.
Brothers: Michael Ising of Evansville, Indiana; William Dale & Kathy Ising of St. Albans; Jack & Marla Staples of Evansville, Indiana.
Sisters: Barbara Kortz, Deborah & Ralph Lilleston and Penny Merideth of Evansville, Indiana;
And many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 58 Mt. Pleasant Drive, Elkview, WV on Saturday, October 31, at 3:00 pm. Visitation will be two hours prior to services. Pastor Lee Swor will be officiating the services. Burial will follow in Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests for donations to be made to Elk Valley Christian School, 58 Mt. Pleasant Drive, Elkview, WV 25071.

Online Condolences can be made at www.haferfuneralhome.net

Hafer Funeral Home 50 N Pinch Road is assisting the Ising family.