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Max Lemma Obituary


MAX CARLTON LEMMA, 72, of Charleston, WV, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, with family by his side.
He was a graduate of Marshall University and received his MBA from West Virginia University. He was a CPA and an Oil and Gas producer alongside his best friend of many years, Pete Pauley.
Max is survived by his wife of 47 years, Gail; his daughter, Erica (Reid) Simpson; his brother, Larry (Sharon) Lemma, and his four grandchildren, Carli, Riley, Carter and Quinn.
He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Mackenzie.
Max loved golfing, camping, fishing, hunting and boating. He took pride in helping his grandchildren catch their first fish. Many wonderful family memories were made with "Pop" behind the wheel of a boat. Though mobility issues plagued him during his last few years, Max still enjoyed joining his ZBT brothers to cheer on the Thundering Herd. He was a good man, lived a full life and was loved by many.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier Street, Charleston, WV 25311.
A celebration of Max's life will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, 1118 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV.
Condolences nay be sent to the family at www.barlowbonsall.com.
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Published by Charleston Gazette-Mail on Jul. 2, 2025.

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Nancy Atkins

July 8, 2025

Gail and Erica,
Randy and I are so sorry for your loss. We remember many great boating days on the river with you guys. My heart hurts for you, we will keep you in our prayers. Love Nancy and Randy Atkins

Randy Humphreys

July 3, 2025

Gail and Erica ,
My prayers are with You
and your families !
I have many great memories and funny stories that happened on Fishing trips,tennis games parties etc.
He was great guy !
Love to your Family !
Randy and Suzie Humphreys

Paula Knell

July 2, 2025

Gail, I was very sad to hear of Max´s passing. I still think of you both and babysitting for Mackenzie and Erica. My condolences to you and your family. Paula Knell

Laura Allen Brown

July 2, 2025

I am so very sorry to hear this. Max still had that same smile and beautiful eyes. Our parents were very good friends, and when we were growing up we used to go on vacations together to Gatlinburg Tennessee. Had many great times. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family during this very trying time.

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