Hal Dayton Bigley, Sr., 88, of Ravenswood, WV, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024, at his home, following an extended illness.

He was born April 30, 1935, in Murraysville, WV, the son of the late Reuben and Mable (Gorrell) Bigley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Paul Bigley and Charles Bigley, and sisters, Frances Burdette and Madlyn Rarich.

Dayton was a member of Second Baptist Church of Ravenswood for 56 years where he served as a bus driver and usher for many years. He retired from Ravenswood Aluminum after 34 ½ years of service and was a member of United Steelworkers Union, local #5668, Ravenswood.  He was a lifelong farmer and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved to go camping and spend time with his family. His home was always open to his family, where they spent nearly every holiday and special occasion together. He supported his children and grandchildren in their sports and county fair animal projects.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Willadean Gail (Walker) Bigley and his six children,  Joseph (Kathy) of Murraysville, Steven (Cathy) of Ravenswood, David (Tammy) of Murraysville, Debra (Jeff) of Sandyville, Hal Jr. (Kim) of Ravenswood, and Timothy (Jimella) of Murraysville; 12 grandchildren, Jeremy Bigley, Jason Bigley, Nathan Bigley, Melissa Bigley, Lucas Bigley, Jacob Bigley, Megan Bigley, Jonathan Delong, Amanda Delong, Hallie Bigley, Reuben Bigley, and Amber Bigley; 15 great grandchildren and several step-grandchildren; one great great grandchild; sisters, Barbara (Jean) Crowder and Leola (Kay) Bigley of Virginia and several nieces and nephews.

Service will be 2 p.m., Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Second Baptist Church, Ravenswood, WV, with Pastor S.R. Parsons Jr., officiating. Burial will follow in the Ravenswood Cemetery, Ravenswood, WV. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until the time-of-service Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.castofuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the care of Casto Funeral Home, Ravenswood, WV.