Clifford Black, 67, Dies After Cancer Battle

Longtime Coal Grove resident was active in local community

Mar. 17, 2026 at 3:04pm

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Clifford "Rusty" Black, a 67-year-old resident of Coal Grove, Ohio, passed away on March 13, 2026 after a long fight with cancer. A funeral service will be held on Friday at Wallace Family Funeral Home in South Point, Ohio, with burial to follow at Docks Creek Cemetery in Kenova, West Virginia.

Why it matters

Clifford Black was a longtime member of the Coal Grove community and his passing will be felt by many who knew him through his involvement in local organizations and events.

The details

The funeral service for Clifford Black will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Wallace Family Funeral Home in South Point, Ohio. Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the same day. Burial will follow at Docks Creek Cemetery in Kenova, West Virginia.

  • Clifford Black passed away on March 13, 2026.
  • The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The players

Clifford "Rusty" Black

A 67-year-old resident of Coal Grove, Ohio who passed away after a long battle with cancer.

Wallace Family Funeral Home

The funeral home in South Point, Ohio that is handling the arrangements for Clifford Black's funeral service.

Pastor George Cade

The pastor who will be officiating Clifford Black's funeral service.

Docks Creek Cemetery

The cemetery in Kenova, West Virginia where Clifford Black will be buried.

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The takeaway

Clifford Black's passing is a loss for the Coal Grove community, where he was an active and involved resident. His funeral service and burial will allow friends, family, and community members to come together to honor his life and legacy.