Obituaries
Edward Eddie Nenni
May 19, 1937 - July 13, 2016
Visitation:
Sunday, July 17, 2016 from 6-9pm
Weaver Mortuary in Williamson, WV
Service:
Monday, July 18, 2016 at 11am
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Williamson, WV
Interment:
Fairview Cemetery, Williamson, WV
Edward Eddie Nenni
Matewan, WV
Owner of Nenni Department Store
Edward Eddie Nenni, 79, of Matewan, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Logan Regional Medical Center at Logan, W.Va.
Born May 19, 1937, at Williamson, he was a son of the late Attillio Nenni and Nellie Gentile Nenni. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley McCoy Nenni, and an infant sister of six weeks, Ann Adele Nenni.
Eddie was a graduate of Matewan High School and attended Marshall University.
Eddie returned from Marshall University as a young man and stepped into the daily operator of his parents successful business, Nenni Department Store located in historic downtown Matewan. Eddie enjoyed his work in the family business and was widely known in the area for his abilities as a hands-on tailor and shoe cobbler. Long after the store closed, he continued to repair shoes for longtime customers and friends.
Eddies mother, Nellie, was a daughter of prominent Tug Valley businessman, the late Dominic Gentile Sr. and Anna Quattrocchi Gentile. Dominic founded Mingo Bottling Company in Williamson in 1914. Eddie worked at the bottling company in later years.
Anyone who knew Eddie, knew him to be a man who thoroughly enjoyed life and squeezed every ounce of pleasure and activity from each day. Eddie's vivacious personality and zest for life were undeniable.
Born an entertainer, Eddie was a talented musician. During his time at Marshall he was a member of the musical group, The Collegiate's. Several years later he, and brothers Jim and John Hunt, formed the Jaguar's. The Jaguar's played at countless venues and functions throughout the Tug Valley and the tri-state area.
When he was not busy with business affairs or playing a GIG, Eddie enjoyed spending time on his motorcycle or driving one of his many sports cars as he was a lover of cars. He also enjoyed relaxing and spending time with his son and grandson boating and enjoying the water.
A lifelong resident of Matewan, Eddie loved his community. He was involved with numerous community activities over the years. He participated in the Matewan Massacre yearly re-enactment and Hatfield-McCoy Reunion events. He dedicated 54 years of his life as a member the Matewan City Council.
Eddie was a beloved resident of the Tug Valley. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by all who had the good fortune of having had the opportunity to come to know him.
Eddie is survived by a beloved son, Eric Todd Nenni and his fiancÃÂÃÂÃÂée, Tiffany Cline, of Matewan; his grandson, whom he so enjoyed and loved, Jackson Nenni; a sister, Gerinel and her husband, Jimmy Maynard of Columbus, Ohio; a special granddaughter of the heart, Desirae Miller; and his nephew, nieces, many cousins, extended family members and friends.
Visitation is from 6-9 p.m. Sunday evening, July 17, at Weaver Mortuary in West Williamson with a Rosary service beginning at 7 p.m.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Thomas Chacko at 11 a.m. Monday morning, July 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Williamson.
Honoring Eddie as his pallbearers will be John Caponite, Jim Hunt, Jerry Lambert, Jimmy Mayhorn, Robert McCoy and David Stratton.
Cremation will follow the Mass with interment at the Fairview at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 110 West Fourth Avenue, Williamson, WV 25661.
You may express online condolences at www.weavermortuaryinc.com.
Weaver Mortuary at West Williamson is serving the Nenni family.
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