NEXT BIG EVENT → C
10:00am - Preston County Sports Museum - FREE
RETURN OF THE BUCKWHEAT STARS
Beginnings & Endings in Memory of
Michael L. Hooton
Presented by George Nassif, Darrell Dean, Paul Riggs,
Tim Weaver and Phil Wotring
Attendees will be treated to a luncheon at the River City Cafe
Courtesy of Anna R. Nassif and George S. Nassif
Michael Lee Hooton, 80, of Thurmont, Maryland passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, in Naples, Florida. Born in Rowlesburg, West Virginia, on Oct. 3, 1941, he was the son of Paul (Goog) and Rita Hulstine Hooton.
Mike was well known in high school for his basketball ability. He loved to hunt, fish and study astronomy. Mike attended West Virginia University (WVU) and graduated from
Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. For many years he, attended all home football games at WVU.
He was the loving husband of Gerilyn (Geri) K. Hooton. Mike and Geri went to grade school and high school together. They did not meet again until March 2021 and were married on
June 25, 2021. They made Naples their home until Mike’s death on March 24, 2022.
Mike was devoted to his first wife, Carolann Wiles Hooton, of 50 years until her passing in March 2014. They were enthusiastic travelers.
CRISSY ZELTNER
NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER
A resident of Bruceton Mills, Chrissy Zeltner is an avid fan of rivers, animals and plants and that is reflected in her photography. Her photos range from brightly colored bugs to water reflections to daisies and are printed on framed canvas, paper and greeting cards.
Her Roots are in Rowlesburg ......
Dr. THOMAS J. NASSIF, Pianist
Dr. Nassif has accompanied his daughter for many years
during the River City Festival
Harvey Piano Restoration by Tim Richards
THE ALLIES BAND
8:00 PM - Auditorium - $25/$15 - BYOB
Dance evening with
THE ALLIES BAND
A classic rock band from S.W. Pennsylvania
Jerry Onesi - Bass, Guitar, Vocals
Jim Metz - Guitar, Sax, Vocals
Bob Mascia - Drums, Guitar, Vocals
James Hayden - Keys, Guitar, Drums, Vocals
18 years or older only - Organized by Judy & Buzz Halterman and Kenetta & Tom Moreland