William “Bill” Berlie Huffman, 82, of McDowell, Virginia, passed away Sept. 3, 2025, at his home.
He was born June 10, 1943, in McDowell, Virginia, a son of the late William Rankin and Alma Virginia (Bodkin) Huffman.
A community pillar, Mr. Huffman was a charter member of the McDowell Volunteer Fire Department and started the department’s Maple Festival fundraiser, their “famous sought-after chicken.” Additionally, he was a former past president and member of the Stonewall Ruritan Club, as well as the Highland County Fair Association.
He had worked as a surveyor for Virginia Department of Transportation, and worked at Smith Transfer Company before being elected as the treasurer of Highland County in 1972. He was re-elected for seven additional terms, officially retiring in 2003. In his retirement, he enjoyed keeping an eye on his cattle and feeding his many cats. However, his favorite hobby, was simply “his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.” Above all, he will be remembered for his down-to-earth personality, his willingness to help anyone, and his infectious smile.
On Dec. 4, 1964, he married Maxine Jamison, who predeceased him in death March 1, 2014.
Surviving are his children, Teresa Lynn Gwin and companion, Bill Will of Blue Grass, Virginia, Michael Jamison and wife, Lisa of Moyers, Billy D. Campbell of Radcliff, Kentucky, and Debra J. Young of Cloverport, Kentucky; a “special daughter,” Lois White of Monterey, Virginia; a sister, Joy Daggy and husband, Tom of Mount Solon, Virginia; grandsons, Jonathan Gwin and Ashley of Warm Springs, Virginia, Shaun Gwin and Josh Gwin and Hannah, all of McDowell, Virginia, Cody and Chris Campbell of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and Steven and Aaron Young of Cloverport, Kentucky; and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, James H. Huffman; and a sister, Barbara Braden.
A funeral service was held Monday at Obaugh Funeral Home in McDowell, Virginia, with Rev. Kathryn A. Hull officiating. Burial followed in McKendree Cemetery.
Pallbearers were John and Jack Bodkin, Steve White, Craig Smith, Steven Dickey, and Rodney Via.
Honorary pallbearers were his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to McKendree Cemetery, c/o Sandy Botkin, 215 Doe Hill Road, McDowell, VA 24465.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.obaughfuneralhome.com.
