John Phillip Conner

John Phillip Conner, 52, of Mineral Wells, W.Va., passed away on August 21, 2012 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born July 17, 1960, in Parkersburg, W.Va., a son of the late Rollie Connas and Dora Mae Harter Conner. John held a passion for poetry and was even a published poet. He also enjoyed music and farming, and especially enjoyed his chickens and goats. He was proud to be a US Army veteran.Surviving is one sister, Joyce Scott (Clarence) of Mineral Wells, W.Va.; four brothers, Darryl Conner (Catherine), Gary Conner, and Paul Conner (Darlene), all of Mineral Wells, W.Va. and James Conner (Paula) of Warsaw, Indiana; two half brothers, Don and Roy Conner (Marge) both also of Mineral Wells, W.Va.; four nieces, Angie Morgan, Rebecca Murphy, Jennifer Boyce and Kaitlyn Conner; and one nephew, Isaac Conner. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one half sister, Connie Conner; and two half brothers, Delmer and Ron Conner. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Friday August 24, 2012 at the Chesterville Cemetery, Mineral Wells, W.Va. with Pastor Roger Parsons officiating. Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, 2333 Pike St. Parkersburg, W.Va., is assisting the family with arrangements.