Imogene Dobbins Arnett

Imogene Dobbins Arnett, 97, of St. Albans passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston, with her family at her side. She was born August 7, 1918 in Richardson, KY, the daughter of the late Fred W. and Georgia Preston Dobbins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Orville G. Arnett and her sister, Lorena M. VandeLinde. Imogene retired from the Diamond Department Store where she was benefits coordinator. She previously held positions with Coffman Optical, Kanawha County Circuit Clerk’s Office and Highlawn Presbyterian Church of St. Albans. She graduated from Charleston High School and was adored by her friends and neighbors. Imogene was happiest when her family was all together. She was fiercely proud of the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren. She was a 68 year resident of St. Albans and a lifelong member of Highlawn Presbyterian Church where she was active in mission work and the Women of the Church. Imogene is survived by her daughter, Christie L. Ketterly (Frank) of St. Albans; son, Steve Arnett (Judi) of St. Albans; grandchildren, Jennifer E. Ketterly of Athens, GA, Frank S. Ketterly (Bonnie) of Winston Salem, NC; great granddaughter, Caitlin Grace Ketterly and special family friend, Janna Dewar. The family would like to thank the several in-home caregivers, Dr. Elaine Moore, the loving and caring staff of Regency Place Assisted Living and the respectful staff of Hubbard Hospice House West for their recent kindness. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Highlawn Presbyterian Church, 2501 Washington Avenue, St. Albans with Pastor Nancy Didway officiating. Entombment will follow in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans. Friends may call from 12:00- 2:00 pm Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 1601 2nd Ave, Charleston, WV 25387 or Hubbard Hospice House West, 4605A MacCorkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25309. You may also share memories or condolences with the family at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com. Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, family-owned and located at 409 Sixth Avenue, St. Albans, WV is honored to serve the Arnett family.

Imogene Dobbins Arnett

August 7, 1918 - October 13, 2015