Delvin James “Jim” Wratchford, age 80 years, a resident of Parsons, WV departed this life early Tuesday morning, July 14, 2026, at Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs, Elkins, WV. He had been in declining health.
He was born Wednesday, May 1, 1946, at Parsons, WV a son of the late Delvin Delmer Wratchford and Gertrude Frances Watring. Surviving are one daughter, Carrie Wratchford Allender of Kerens; one sister-in-law, Lois Wratchford of Parsons; two grandchildren, Haley Jordan Allender and Wesley Jackson Allender, both of Kerens; and nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are his brother, Thomas Ray “Tom” Wratchford; son-in-law, Jacky W. Allender and niece, Tammy Wratchford.
He attended the schools of Tucker County, and had worked for Wratchford’s Garage at Parsons, WV, which was owned by his father and as a laborer for various companies and worked in construction. Jim was dedicated to helping his neighbors at the farm and loved feeding the deer, chickens, guineas, cats and dogs.
A Graveside Service was conducted at the Mountain State Memorial Gardens at Gilman, WV on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 11 AM. The Reverend James Snyder officiated and interment followed. The Lohr & Barb Funeral Home is honored to be in charge of the arrangements for Delvin James “Jim” Wratchford. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.lohrbarbfuneralhome.com.