James Harry Fankhanel Obituary

We are sad to announce that on March 30, 2025, at the age of 89, James Harry Fankhanel of Huntington, West Virginia passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Fankhanel and Ella Fankhanel (Swenson); and his wives, Arlowyn Fankhanel (Thornton), Gertrude "Trudy" Fankhanel (Ryan Lowery) and Carolyn Breisler.

He is survived by: his children, Cindy Fankhanel of Loveland, CO, Tammy Presley (Carroll) of Kenna, WV, Carine Williams (Bob) of Proctorville, OH, Christina Fankhanel of Huntington, WV, James Jr. "Jim" Fankhanel (Karrie) of Winfield, WV and Collette Slone (Jimmy) of Perry, FL.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital.