Obituary

Rebecca M. “Becky” Poff, 79, of Charleston, WV, passed away July 4, 2024, after an extended illness.

Becky was born August 21, 1944, to Houston Lee and Mae Miller Poff. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Flora Ann Poff Robertson, and her husband, Joseph J. Robertson.

She is survived by her nephews, Joseph L. Robertson (Mary Margaret), John D. Robertson (Kimberly), both of Charleston, and Jeffrey S. Robertson of Morgantown. Aunt Becky was also survived by her great nephews and nieces, Joey, Mark, Bethany, Sarah, Nicholas and Allyson, whom she loved very much. The family is grateful for special caregivers and friends, Mary Buckner and Kayla Fisher.

Becky graduated from Charleston High School in 1962 and attended Concord College and Morris Harvey College. Her career was spent in the insurance industry, retiring from the WV State Insurance Commission.

Becky’s early years were spent at Ruffner Memorial Presbyterian Church, where she professed Christ as her Savior, and later served as an Elder. Becky joyfully sang for the Lord in choirs at Ruffner Memorial Presbyterian Church, Madison Baptist Church, and St. Marks United Methodist Church, where she was a current member.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in the chapel at St. Marks United Methodist Church, with Rev. Cindy Briggs-Biondi officiating.  Interment will follow the service at the St. Mark’s Columbarium.

The family will receive visitors at 10:00 a.m. at the church.

Becky deeply loved her pets and all God’s creatures. They brought her such joy and comfort.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association, 1248 Greenbrier St., Charleston, WV 25311.

Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.