Harry Dean Canterbury Jr., 83 of Oak Hill, WV passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital outside of Pittsburgh, PA. He was born on September 25, 1937 in Carlisle, WV to Gertrude and Harry Canterbury Sr.
Harry was a welder and mechanic for Long Airdox, attended Emmanuel Baptist Church in Fayetteville, WV, was a member of Oak Hill Fire Department from 1967-77, and alumni of Collins High School, Class of 1956.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in Death by his wife Jane Carolyn Canterbury.
He will be sadly missed by his daughter Lori Ann Bennett and husband, James Bennett, son Allen Wayne Canterbury and wife Duska Canterbury, grandchildren Breanna Bennett and Hallie Canterbury, brother Ronnie Canterbury and wife, Virginia “Ginny” and sister Ruth Ann Martin bother of Oak Hill and numerous nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Harry’s wishes he will be cremated and a graveside service will be held at High Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Pastor Doug Holley officiating. The time and date will be announced as soon as plans are finalized.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Hospice of Southern WV, 454 Cranberry Dr., Beckley, WV 25801.