Paul Richard "Dick" Brewer

Paul Richard “Dick” Brewer 88, of Scott Depot passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at Broadmore Assisted Living, Hurricane. Born December 19, 1926 in Poca, he was a son of the late Shelton and Grace Anna Brewer. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother James Brewer. Dick was a 1944 graduate of Poca High School and attended classes at the University of Hartford in Connecticut. Prior to graduation, he was hired by Union Carbide Corporation and 40 years later retired as a Process Computer Analyst. Dick served his country in the United States Army during World War II in Germany guarding Prisoners of War. In addition, he was a 50+ year member of the Nitro Masonic Lodge 170 A.F. & A.M. and a long-time member of Forrest Burdette United Methodist Church, Hurricane. Dick also had his light-hearted moments; he enjoyed the game of golf especially collecting golf balls. He was an avid fan of the WVU Mountaineers. He loved “Big Band” music and dancing. He also made many lasting friendships at his cardiac rehab class at CAMC Teays Valley. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Lois Brewer; children and their spouses; Richard and Amy Brewer of Wake Forest, NC and Kara and Ben Hughes of Charleston; grandchildren, MacKenzie, Carson, and Trenton Brewer; Rocco Hughes and step grandchildren Dylan and Ellie Hughes; sister-in-law Luvonne Brewer of Dunbar, brother-in-law Bob Colwell of Illinois and sisters-in-law, Maxine Kessler of Hurricane and Carolyn Watson of Winfield as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015 at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane with Rev. Ellis Conley officiating. Burial with Military Honors and Masonic Graveside Rites will follow in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service. The family wishes to thank the staff of Broadmore Assisted Living for their care and compassion during this difficult time. Visit www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com to share memories or to express condolences. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV 25387. Chapman Funeral Home, family-owned and located at 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane is honored to serve the Brewer family.

Paul Richard "Dick" Brewer

December 19, 1926 - February 17, 2015