1951
2016
John William Gold, 65, of Huntington, WV, died November 14, 2016 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. He was born June 9, 1951 in Huntington, WV, son of the late Mary Kathryn Gold and Samuel “Mac” McDowell Gold. He is survived by his step mother, Janice Chandler Gold; brothers, Morgan (Beth) Gold of Hilton Head, SC and Stephen (Karen) Gold of Barboursville, WV; a nephew, Chris Gold; nieces, KC (Scott) Klusty, Emily Gold and Caroline (Jon) True; great-nieces, Harper and Merritt True; great-nephew, Ben Klusty; step-sisters, Robin (Steve) Wilks, Nancy (Phil) Hazeldine. For many of his formative years, he was a familiar site at Gold’s ESSO at the corner of 5th Ave. and 8th St. John had a lifelong love of cars and horses. He spent his adult years under the care of Autism Services in Huntington. Because of this, John was able to live a full and rich life and do things no one expected. He held several jobs, his favorite being a ticket taker at The Keith-Albee. The family would like to thank his friends at The Woodlands, Beverly Hills United Methodist Church and especially his autism family at Pelican House, South Side House and Betsy Broh House, who along with his family enriched his life. A funeral service will be held at 11am, Friday, November 18, 2016 at Beverly Hills United Methodist Church by Rev. Jerry Wood. Friends may call one hour before the service. Private burial will follow at Woodmere Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be made to Autism Services Center, 929 4th Ave. Huntington, WV 25701.
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November 19, 2016
Morgan and Steve and family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of John.After all these years, I still remember John at Carter Caves and at the ESSO station.Robbie and I always had a special place in our hearts for John as did my mother and father along with my sisters.He is now with the Angels and will become one himself,awaiting to greet us sinners with a
big smile and open arms.Hopefully I will see John on the other side.May he rest in peace,Hank Vass and family.
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November 18, 2016
Robin Wilks
We are so sorry to hear this news of John's passing. He was always engaging and up for a chat - and, always a gentleman. We will miss him. Love, Steve and Robin Chandler Wilks
November 17, 2016
Melissa Matthews
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 17, 2016
Rica Schoenlein
Deepest sympathies for your loss.
November 16, 2016
Laura and George Ball
Morgan, Beth, Chris, Emily, Steve, Karen and family...we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts of John are that he was a blessed man. Such a caring family. Whatt a wonderul family and caregivers he has had.
November 15, 2016
You will always live in our thoughts and prayers.
From Susie Gold McClure and Mark S McClure
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