Jacquelyn Carmen Strother

Jacquelyn Carmen Strother, 88, of Clarksburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026 in Bridgeport at Maplewood Healthcare with her family by her side.  She was born on July 16, 1937 in Melitus, WV a daughter of the late Cecil “Whitey” Shaffer and Garnet Ruby Knight Shaffer.

She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Leon Strother, whom she married on February 16, 1956

She is survived by one son, Carson Strother and wife Linda of Mount Clare; grandchildren, Carson Keith Strother, II of Pittsburgh and Stephanie Strother and companion Brandon Evans of Good Hope; five great grandchildren; Rowan Strother ,Lincoln, Madison, Kennedy and Reagan; siblings Retha Jolly and husband Greg, Judy Wilson and husband Jerry of Salem, Charlotte Johnson and husband Mike of Warren, OH, Ronnie Shaffer and companion April of Big Isaac, Kenny Shaffer and wife Jeannie of Shinnston; sisters-in-law, Thelma Shaffer of Jane Lew, Judy Shaffer of Salem and Barbara Shaffer of Salem.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one son, Perry Allen Strother; siblings Randall Shaffer, and Terry Shaffer, Richard Shaffer, Dorothy Norman and husband Dale, Betty Robinson and husband Gene, Leota Ash and husband Randall, Shirley Davis and husband Howard, Connie Forinash and husband Jerry, Jesse Nicholas and husband Clavis.

She found her greatest joy in life’s quiet, meaningful moments preparing meals that brought loved ones together, tending to her garden with gentle care, and filling her home with the comfort of music. She had a special, natural gift for singing and playing the guitar by ear, and the sound of her voice will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew her. Her cheerful spirit could lift any room, and her meticulous nature reflected the deep care she put into everything she did.

More than anything, she was known for her kind and loving heart. Through small, thoughtful gestures, warm smiles, and a presence that made others feel safe and cherished. Her love was quiet but powerful, steady and true, and it leaves behind a space that can never quite be filled. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love.

Family and friends will be received at Davis Funeral Home – Salem, 1999 W. Main Street, Salem, WV, on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., and again on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Davis Funeral Home – Salem, with Rev. George Bramble officiating. Interment will follow at K of P Cemetery, Salem. Online condolences may be shared at www.DavisFuneralHomeSalemWV.com. Davis Funeral Home, Salem, is honored to assist the Strother family.

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