Forrest Eugene “Gene” Wamsley, passed away at his home Wednesday May 3, 2023. He was born in Mingo, WV on December 31, 1931, son of the late Jesse Wamsley and Anna Mace. Gene was the loving husband of the late Barbara Wamsley, married in Elkins, WV on December 17, 1955, sharing 66 years of marriage together. Gene was predeceased by his daughter, Eugenia “Jeanie” Barkley who passed away in 2007, and three siblings, Bruce Wamsley, Ray Wamsley and Ruth Leary. He also leaves behind many/numerous nieces and nephews. Gene was a member of the United States Navy, serving his country honorably from 1952 – 1956. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars as well as American Legion Post 29.
Gene was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed camping and gardening. He enjoyed watching sports, specifically WVU athletics, NFL, NBA, and NASCAR.
Survivors include his son in law, John Barkley and his partner Vikki Altieri. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Jessica Barkley Woods and her spouse Brenna Woods, Lara Barkley and fiancé Brooke Perlee, and Heather Barkley. Gene is also survived by his great grandson, Simon Woods.
SERVICES: Family will be holding private services. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a memorial contribution in Gene’s memory may do so to the American Heart Association, https://www.heart.org/