Tributes

Clarence Robert Laing (Bob), 83, of Barboursville, West Virginia passed away on March 16, 2023. He was born June 10, 1939 in Cannelton, West Virginia to the late Clarence and Irene Laing. He is survived by his wife Patti (Kincaid) of 63 years, his sons, Steve from Columbus Ohio, Craig (Leneda) from Athens, Tennessee and one grandchild Westin (Erika) from Bulls Gap, Tennessee. He is also survived by a special adopted family, Brian and Stephanie Ramsey from Madison, West Virginia, and their children and grandchildren. Bob had one brother, JW (Patricia) from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania who passed away in 2006. Bob enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served his country for two years before marrying Patti. He graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology with an associates degree in science. Bob worked at INCO in Huntington for 30 years in various capacities including as a draftsman in the engineering department, head of the carpenter shop, and planner. Bob was active in the East Bank HIgh School Alumni Association serving as president and treasurer for several years. He was instrumental in the creation of the Guyan Estates park and ball fields. He was also active in the US Marine Corps League in Huntington volunteering for Toys for Tots and organized their annual Pearl Harbor Day commemoration for several years. Bob loved Marshall University and followed their sports teams. He and Patti traveled to many of their away games to cheer on the Thundering Herd. He especially loved the history of West Virginia and his favorite sandwich, “The Al Burger” that he would famously order with “no pickles.” Bob enjoyed photography and took many pictures of the places he and Patti visited. He loved his family, especially the love of his life, Patti. The family would like to thank Kendra from Visiting Angels and the staff at The Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House for their wonderful care of Bob. Visitation will be Monday, March 20 from 10:00am to 11:00am at Henson & Kitchen Mortuary and Cremation Services at 6357 East Pea Ridge Road in Huntington, WV. A funeral service will be held from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the same location. A graveside service will be held at Montgomery (WV) Memorial Park at 9619 E Dupont Avenue, London (WV) from 1:30pm to 2:00pm. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.hensonandkitchen.com.

Tributes

Clarence Robert Laing Jr.

June 10, 1939 - March 16, 2023