1938
2025
Daisy Mae (White) Arbogast, age 87, of Elkins, WV, departed this life on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home. She was born on May 30, 1938, in Ellamore, WV, the daughter of the late Ottis and Wilma (Mullenax) White. On December 5, 1955, Daisy married the love of her life, Earl Arbogast, who preceded her in death on February 14, 2012.
Daisy attended Circleville High School and later obtained her GED and then acquired her Bachelor's Degree from Glenville State College. She retired from Appalachian Mental Health, serving Randolph and Pendleton Counties, after 35 years of service. Daisy took pride in her family and enjoyed applying her skills in her life on the farm, especially sewing and canning. She loved her children and grandchildren and rewarded others with her love, by serving as a foster grandparent.
Daisy leaves behind to cherish her memory: 2 daughters, Cathy Lynn Arbogast of Elkins, WV, Karen Denise Hammond of Elkins, WV; a son, Douglas Earl Arbogast (Mary) of Fredericksburg, VA; 2 sisters, Alice Moyers of Bartow, WV, Lois Alt of Old Fields, WV; a brother, Arnold White of Sugar Grove, WV; 5 grandchildren, Brian, Brett, Nicholas, Braden, Allysun; and 5 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: a son, Alfred Lemual; a granddaughter, Brooke; 5 brothers; and 1 sister.
Daisy's family will receive friends on Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12-1 PM at the Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin, WV. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM, in the funeral home chapel, with Pastor Anita Tracy officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Franklin, WV. Memorials may be made to: Operation Christmas Child, PAWS, or ASPCA. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.
Shalee, Danny & Chris Wilburn
October 17, 2025
Cathy, Denise and family
Our sympathy to all of you on the loss of your Mom. We hope you can find comfort in knowing she’s now in her heavenly home!.
Rosemary Wentz
October 16, 2025
Daisy was the sweetest lady - I worked with her at North School. She had a passion for working with the students and was always so kind.
Brad and Lynn Pugh
October 16, 2025
Denise and family, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Caron Warner
October 15, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear of Daisy’s passing. She was one of the 1st sweet faces I met when I came to WV. Such a dear, sweetheart of a lady. Prayers for all the family. I pray you are comforted knowing how loved she was by so many & how many hearts she touched. Many many precious memories
Brenda Dailey
October 15, 2025
Dear Denise I'm so sorry for your loss. Your mom was one of the sweetest patients I took care of at the ED. She certainly made me smile.May God and your memories comfort you at this time of loss. I was blessed to know and take care of her. Love you more dear friend
Cynthia and Mike Yokum
October 15, 2025
Kathy, Denise and Doug: May the good memories of your mom give you comfort during this time. We remember wonderful times with your mom during all the CHS athletic activities. Take care and may God bless you all.

Taken at Camping at the Grove.
Teena Bowers
October 15, 2025
Susie Moats-Allen
October 14, 2025
Denise, Kathy, Doug and families. So sorry to learn of Daisy death! I love her so much and know you do too! She was a great lady, always sweet, kind and considerate of everyone!
Herschel White
October 14, 2025
Sending our condolences, Herschel & Anita White
Vickie Vance
October 14, 2025
Doug, Cathy, Denise and all the Family. Knew your Mother for years. Use to see her in Elkins but had not run into her for a long. Your Mom was a hard working and very kind person. Thoughts and prayers are with all. Sam and Vickie Vance
Tammie Bowers
October 14, 2025
Cathy, Denise, Doug - May the Lord be with each and every one of you during the loss of your wonderful mother. May he give you the strength, courage and comfort you during this difficult time. Sorry about your loss. Love and prayers
Margaret Beckwith
October 14, 2025
Denise, I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Until I read her obituary, I didn't realize we are also related on the White & Elza lines.
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Pat Kuykendall Rohrbaugh
October 13, 2025
RIP dear friend Daisy!
John Toler
October 13, 2025
I didn’t know her long but from the first time we met I thought she was a very good person and a very good friend it was my honor to have met her she was a wonderful person and friend
October 13, 2025
Brian so sorry for your loss prayers for you all love you my friend
Teena Bowers
October 13, 2025
I was lucky enough to meet Daisy over at Camping at the Grove some years ago. She was just as kind and sweet as I had heard she was. This is a photo I took that night of her enjoying the visitors and the music.
Ida Moyers
October 13, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss she truly was amazing inside and out prayers for you all
Jennifer & Rick Sponaugle & Family & Elaine Turner
October 13, 2025
Denise, Cathy, Doug, & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Daisy’s passing. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time.
Barbara Kisamore Currence
October 13, 2025
Doug, Cathy, Denise, sending my deepest condolences at your time of loss, God Bless Each Of You
Ida Moyers
October 13, 2025
Aunt daisy I am truly heart broken I will never forget that time I came down to your house in circleville and we visited for a little bit you will definitely be missed and loved by so many you keep watch over us down here until we meet again rest in peace i love you
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