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Oct. 21, 2025

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Susan Alfred Obituary


SUSAN ALFRED, of Charleston, WV, passed away on October 15, 2025, with her family by her side.
She was born October 1, 1937, in Charleston, to the late Robert E. Alfred and Nina (Barnes) Alfred. Susan was a graduate of Weston High School, Class of 1955, where she played the flute in the band and participated in many school and social activities. Following graduation, she studied at West Virginia Wesleyan College and became a member of the WVWC Emeritus Club.
Susan was a member of the Charleston Baptist Temple and Charleston Woman's Club.
Susan is survived by her sister, Lillian F. Alfred of Charleston; her brother, Robert E. Alfred, Jr., of Charleston, and many beloved cousins.
She was an Administrative Secretary who worked for Bowman Architects and WV Departments of Health and Human Resources, Natural Resources and Rehabilitation Services. Susan also was a volunteer for the City of South Charleston and the WV Cultural Center.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, 1118 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV, with the Rev. Dr. James A. Hewitt, III, officiating.
Visitation will begin one hour prior at the funeral home.
Graveside service will be held 1 p.m. the next day at the Waldeck Cemetery in Weston, WV.
Condolences may 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 Oct. 18, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Susan Alfred

Oct

21

Visitation

1:00 p.m.

Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home

1118 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV 25301

Oct

21

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home

1118 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV 25301

Oct

22

Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Waldeck Cemetery

Weston, WV

Funeral services provided by:

Barlow-Bonsall Funeral Home & Crematorium

1118 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301

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Linda Wolfe

Yesterday

Hi this is Linda from the restaurant at Charleston Marriott I am so sorry about Susan you all are in my prayers

Janet Bailey

Yesterday

Susan Alfred has given all of us a blueprint for how to make this world a better place. This beautiful, gracious lady was an inspiration in her career as well as how she gracefully endured recent health challenges. We never heard her complain but she always offered words of encouragement to others. Our lives are blessed by knowing Susan Alfred.
The Woman´s Club of Charleston offer sincere condolences and prayers for comfort for Lillian Alfred and Robert Alfred and the many friends of Susan. Her footprints run deep within our hearts.
Her love and influence will long be remembered.

Emma Lou Swanson

October 18, 2025

Susan was always a kind and gracious lady. She will be missed by her family and friends. Peace and blessings

Sarah Frail

October 18, 2025

Lillian & Robert, I´m so very sorry for the loss of your dear sister, Susan! She was such a gem and a wonderful friend. I always enjoyed seeing her at BT! My love & prayers to all of you!

Rita Dobrich

October 17, 2025

Susan always had a smile and was a kind and beautiful lady. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Rest in peace and love.
Rita Dobrich

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