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James Deel Obituary
James Allen Deel, 58, of Webster Springs passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Webster Memorial Hospital.
Born April 11, 1966 in Webster Springs, he was the son of the late David and Regina (Robinson) Deel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Nathan Deel; and sister, Concetta Blake.
Jimmy was a coal miner and enjoyed working on vehicles, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his family.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Leslie (Moses) Deel; son, Andrew (wife, Sydney) Deel of Cleveland, OK; step-son, Cody Bailey (significant other, Hanna Williams); sister, Jamie (husband, Ryan) Mathes of Richwood; grandchildren: Gunnar Deel and Gracie Deel; and many extended family and friends to mourn his passing.
Services to celebrate Jimmy’s life will be held 1pm, Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, with Pastor Jim Varney officiating. Friends may join the family from Noon-1pm for visitation.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist with final expenses.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.doddreedfh.com.
Dodd & Reed Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Deel family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
155 McGraw Avenue, Webster Springs, WV 26288
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