It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carl Edward Gayhart on October 21, 2024, at the age of 81. Carl was born on April 9,1943 in Boone County, W.V., to Chester & Meda (Gunnoe) Gayhart.

Carl has left behind a loving companion of 20 years Jeanie White Helton Dailey. Their life was marked by a deep emotional connection and commitment to each other. From a previous marriage to Sandra Kay (Dodson) Gayhart, Carl leaves behind two daughters Teresa Lynn Gayhart and Carla Ann (Gayhart) Bradley. He leaves behind a son in-law Michael Robert Bradley. In addition, he leaves behind four grandchildren, Jeffrey Ray West (Samantha), Sara Lynn Gross, Rachel Lynn Bradley, and Kara Leann Bradley. He also leaves behind numerous great grandchildren.

Carl is preceded in death by his parents Chester & Meda Gayhart; brothers Lester Gayhart & John Henry Gayhart; and sisters Lillie Mae Gayhart & Betty (Gayhart) Perry; and is survived by one brother Cecil Gayhart (Janice) and two sisters, Arbutus (Gayhart) Shelby and Sylvia Gayhart.

The family would like to acknowledge the unwavering support and friendship of Leo & Pat French throughout Carl's life.

Carl lived his best life by being a great outdoors person. A lover of the woods. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and hiking immensely. Carl lived his life the best he knew and left this earth wishing the best for his children and family. While our hearts mourn the loss, we take comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering. In Carl's last thoughts, he shared his pride for his family and sincere thanks to friends.