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Richard Selman Obituary
RICHARD C. SELMAN, 73, of Charleston, W.Va., passed on to heaven, Wednesday, March 18, 2020.
He graduated from Cowen High School in 1965, attended WV University, served in the U,S, Army from 1968 to 1970. He was stationed as a military police in Fort Lewis, Wash. He graduated from Morris Harvey College in 1972 with a degree in sociology. Richard retried from the U.S. Post Office after 35 years of service.
Richard had a great sense of humor, enjoyed by all, he arose of the morning with a smile, song or funny remark.
His special interests were fly fishing, gardening, WVU sports, and spending time with in the Bible.
He loved to camp at Bergoo in beautiful Webster County. He loved his friends and family in Kanawha and Webster Counties, fond memories of the Tea Creek camping trip. His God given gift was a love for all people, and he strived to share the good news of Jesus, even in his last weeks of his illness.
He served as an elder at New Creation Fellowship, South Charleston, W.Va. His heart was for the bus ministry, but he loved the "preaching and times of refreshing."
He was preceded in death to heaven by his beloved parents, Delbert and Beulah Selman, and his cat, Miss Prissy.
Left to join him one day in heaven is his best friend, soul mate and wife of 52 years, Lorraine Selman of Charleston, W.Va.; his son, fishing mate, John Selman of Cross Lanes; daughter, Lisa Selman Delgra of Charlotte, N.C.; grandsons whom he was very proud of, Lukas and Alex Delgra of Charlotte, N.C.; aunts, Beulah Selman of Cowen, W.Va., and Fran Willy of North Port, Fla.
Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at New Creation Fellowship, South Charleston, W.Va. The family will receive family and friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Cowen, W.Va.
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
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Sylvia loggins
March 25, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julie (Freeman) Field
March 23, 2020
I would like to express my condolences to the Selman family, particularly Lisa & John, who were neighborhood friends growing up & part of the extended Postal Service family, as both of my parents are retired USPS employees & knew Richard as well. I remember Richard delivering our mail on Sherwood Rd & on occasion being invited to attend youth activities & services at their church with his daughter, Lisa. Although it has been thirty-five years plus, however great or small, I will always have fond childhood memories of these times as they are a part of who I am today & I am grateful. God has us touch other people's lives in ways that sometimes we are not even aware of...Thoughts & prayers to the Selman family during this difficult time.
Deborah Walker
March 21, 2020
Richard was a great friend and former co-worker. He could make me laugh even on a very dark day. I will always remember his sense of humor, positive manner, and kindness! Sending prayers to Lorraine and family.
March 20, 2020
We will never forget all of our special times together. All such precious memories.
Love - Mary and Phil Robillard
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Woody n Genelda Hickman
March 20, 2020
Prayers for you n your family for comfort n peace. He has fought the battle n is now with the Lord.
Peggy Crowe
March 20, 2020
I loved Richard and am so sad to hear of his passing. I am left with many good memories to cherish and as the Lord has promised, we will see each other again. Prayers for you and your family. Peggy and Gil
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