James Aubrey Wichael

James Aubrey Wichael, age 66, passed away Friday September 06, 2024 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa. James was born on April 21, 1958. He was the son of the late John Aubrey Wichael and Susie Catherine Reel Wichael. Growing up, James would later become a member of Maxine and Digger Fitzwater’s family, who preceded him in death. James was also preceded in death by his wife, Gale L. Wichael on August 1, 2024.

James was a graduate of Moorefield High School class of 1977. For 35 years, James was a feed mill operator for Pilgrim’s Pride. Outside of work, James could be found at home with his family. He enjoyed sitting outside and watching nature. James was also an avid outdoorsman. Hunting and fishing were two of his favorite activities. James enjoyed watching the West Virginia Mountaineers play on Saturdays and the Miami Dolphins on Sundays. Another hobby James had was watching NASCAR. However, the greatest joys in James’s life were his grandchildren. He spent many weekends playing, watching cartoons, and taking multiple tractor rides around the yard.

Surviving are his two children Tara (Nathan) Keen of Petersburg, WV and Jarod Wichael of Moorefield, WV. His grandchildren Jaxon Wichael, Preslee Keen, Trevan Keen, and Granger Jenkins-Wichael. Two brothers and four sisters John (Jeanna) Wichael of Moorefield, WV; George (Tammy) Wichael of Elkton, Va.; Betty (Tom) Bowman of Broadway, Va.; Janie (Tony) Sites of Beverly, WV; Joyce (Chris) George of Upper Tract, WV; Josephine (Jimmy) Hendrix of Petersburg, WV. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted 10:00 AM Friday, September 13, 2024, at the Fraley Funeral Home Chapel, 107 Washington Street with Billy Miller and David Hendrix celebrants. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove gardens, Route 55 near Moorefield. The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

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