Charles F. "Chuck" Donnelly
Passed: May 06, 2020
Winfield, WV
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Charles F. "Chuck" Donnelly
Passed: May 06, 2020
Winfield, WV
Obituary
Charles F. “Chuck” Donnelly 71, of Winfield, WV, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Cabell Huntington Hospital after an extended illness.
Charles was born and raised in Washington, DC. He was the son of the late William “Bill” and Jacqueline Donnelly.
Charles was an attorney and served as the General Counsel for the United Mine Workers in Washington, DC and West Virginia. He received his Law Degree at Ohio Northern in Ohio, his Masters with Marshall University, and attended classes with Harvard. He served his country with the United States Marines. He was involved with the Boy Scouts of America.
Charles was an avid Notre Dame fan, and enjoyed being with his family. He loved his home state of West Virginia and loved being around people. He had his own view of politics and always had a strong opinion on that topic.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Judy Donnelly of Winfield, WV; son, Sean Donnelly of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, second son, Felipe; sisters, Patsy Doherty of North Carolina and Eileen Donnelly of Maryland; brothers, Bill Donnelly of Maryland, Brian Donnelly of Maryland, Dan Donnelly of California; and many nieces and nephews.
Due to the coronavirus, a private family service will be held Monday, May 11, 2020 at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, with The Very Rev. Father Donald X. Higgs officiating. Burial will be in Donel C. Kinnard State Veterans State Cemetery, Dunbar, WV.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity of choice.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.barlowbonsall.com
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: May 11, 2020 (12:00 AM)
- Location: 1118 Virginia St. East Charleston, WV 25301 - (Get Directions)
27 responses to Charles F. "Chuck" Donnelly
Beth Suter says:
May 9, 2020
Dear Ms. Donnelly and family,
I had the pleasure of working with Chuck when he was the Chairperson at the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board. He was a patient, caring, and brilliant boss. He treated everyone with kindness and respect. He made the world a better place. I am so sorry for you loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mindi Stewart says:
May 9, 2020
I just want to say, after the UBB explosion on 4/5/2010, Chuck was a source of strength for Goose and me. We went to his office (even though Goose wasn’t a member of the UMWA at that time due to UBB being bought by a non-union mine company) but Chuck wrapped his big arms around us and hugged us. He led us through the terrible process of our journey to healing.
Please know that Goose and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Stanley (Goose) and Mindi Stewart
Orgas, WV
Bev Bowman says:
May 9, 2020
Chuck was such a wonderful person. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing and working with him for 25 years. He always would stop to talk it didn’t matter how busy he was. He just made your day better! Always the gentleman and so polite. Judy and Sean, I’m so sorry that I can’t be at the services but I’m definitely there in spirit. Prayers to the entire family !
Gena Donnelly Marra says:
May 9, 2020
We are so very sorry about our cousin Charlie. Sending our deepest sympathy to Judy, Sean, Patsy, Billy, Brian, Eileen and Danny. We so admire your love and devotion to one another and pray that Charlie will give you strength during this difficult time.
May God hold him in the palm of His hand.
Love,
Gena Donnelly Marra and Don Marra