Obituary

G. Frank Mash, 86, of Elkview, WV, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025.

In 1939, Frank was born in Hiawatha, WV, to parents George and Margaret Mash.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Sarah Elizabeth Magee and Jean Lois Keatley.

Frank is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joyce Lytton Mash, and daughter, Carolyn Mash King and husband Tom.

He was a graduate of Athens High School, class of 1957, and West Virginia University, class of 1961, with a B.S. in Dairy Manufacturing. Following graduation, while working for Swift in Decatur, IL, he was drafted into the U.S. Army where he served in the 503rd Military Police Battalion at Fort Bragg, NC.

After his honorable discharge, he began his career at Borden, Inc. This journey started in Huntington, WV, and continued to Akron, OH, Youngstown, OH, and finally Canton, OH. During these years, he served as Quality Control Supervisor and/or Plant Superintendent. He briefly served as Plant Superintendent at Chico Dairy in Morgantown, WV. He then retired from United Valley Bell in Charleston, WV.

From youth, Frank had a strong affinity for tractors. He helped mow pastures on his friend’s farm, and he bought, painted, and sold Gravely tractors for many years. He also enjoyed gardening and woodworking.

Frank was a member of Christ Church United Methodist, where he served as a trustee and worked on various mission projects. He particularly enjoyed his work with Christmas in April, a home renovation ministry. He was a willing and devoted worker on every project he pursued, and his participation, fellowship, and service with other church members brought him great joy.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in the chapel at Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV, with Rev. Dr. Randall Flanagan and Rev. Dr. Tim Bias officiating.

Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at the church.

Frank will be laid to rest at 12 noon on Thursday, June 5, 2025, with military honors at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, WV. Rev. Dr. Carolyn Mash King will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV. 25301.

Condolences may be sent to his family at www.barlowbonsall.com.

Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.