Delvin "Dick" Blosser, Jr.

Delvin, age 93, of Elkview, WV, formerly of Evans, Pinch, Clendenin, and Spencer died July 5, 2026 after a short illness.

Delvin was born in Spencer, WV on April 28, 1933. He was a 1950 graduate of Spencer High School, served in the Army with the 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean War, and was an ordained pastor, helped build and open new churches and retired from Bell Atlantic with 35 years and 10 months of service.

After Delvin's retirement he enjoyed traveling where he visited all 50 states in the U.S. with Hawaii being his favorite. His travels also took him to the Caribbean Islands, New Zealand and Australia.

Some of Delvin's hobbies included fishing which he loved and passed down the techniques to his grandchildren, woodworking where he handcrafted clocks which included a beautiful grandfather clock. He enjoyed boating where he liked going fast and trying to throw off anyone that was willing to ride on the float.

He was a Christian and encouraged everyone to attend the church of their choice and witness for the Lord.

He was preceded in death by his parent Delvin "Dick" & Eva Blosser. He first wife Jane Walker Blosser. Four brothers Herbert Blosser, Oley Blosser, Holly Blosser and Harold Blosser; Five sisters Olive Swiney, Wanda Wagoner, Nina Mecca, Ora "Cricket" Blosser and Hallie Nichols.

Delvin is survived by his wife of 38 years Murdayne Marks Blosser of Elkview, WV. Two Daughters, Sharon Kay Sommerville (Jerry) of Spencer, WV; Kimberly Dawn Midcap (David) of Elkview, WV. One Son, Richard "Rick" J Blosser (Sue) of Clendenin, WV. One sister Ruth Hornbeck of Spencer, WV.

Six grandchildren Summer Roton (Timmy), Jason Sommerville, Josh Sommerville, and Jim (Paula) Sommerville, Hannah Suttle (Trey), and Hunter Mick (Jennifer). Seven great grandchildren Austin, Dakota, Jacey, Julianna, Jackson, Kaylee, and Alleigha.

The family would like to express a special thank you to the Charleston Area Hospice Team including Gina, Amber, Cathy, Leah, and Donna for the compassion and support.

Services will be held Thursday, July 9th,2026 at 2:00pm with visitation starting at 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

Funeral arrangements will be with Taylor-Vandale Funeral Home, 206 Beauty Street, Spencer, WV.

In lieu of flowers (since he was allergic to floral smells) Delvin suggests that donations be given to the church that you attend or to the church that you should be attending. Richard Wagoner will be conducting the funeral services, Hunter Mick, honoring the life of his pawpaw. Graveside services will be at Eventide Cemetery in Spencer, WV.