Elva Marie VanMeter, age 94 of Moorefield, WV, passed away Monday afternoon, May 18, 2026, at the E A Hawse Healthcare Center in Baker, WV. Born on July 18, 1931, in Derwood, MD, she was the beloved daughter of the late Silas Myers Mongold and Vertie Elizabeth Hinkle Mongold. Elva was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Elmer “Slim” George; her 2nd husband, Isaac VanMeter; a granddaughter, a grandson, three brothers, two sisters and a daughter-in-law.
Elva was a true steward of her garden, known for her vibrant flowers and bountiful vegetables that graced her home each season. With her remarkable green thumb, she took pride in canning her harvest to ensure her family enjoyed the fruits of her labor throughout the winter months. Her love for the great outdoors was evident—whether she was tending to her plants or sitting on the front steps chatting with her family or sharing quiet moments with “Sammy” the cat.
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