Rhonda Jane (Karst) Parsons, 68,of Evans, WV, passed away January 1, 2023, in Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, WV, following an extended illness.

She was born September 14, 1954, in Ashton, ID, a daughter of the late Alexander J. and Dora Musetta (Ketterling) Karst. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles Roger Parsons and a step-brother David Jones.

She was a graduate of Ripley High School. She was a former plant manager for P.T.I Inc., Point Pleasant, WV, with 30 years of service. She was a member of the Evans Church of God and a faithful member of the prayer team. Rhonda enjoyed bowling, gardening and her plants. She was a wonderful listener with many friends. She loved her Montana roots and her family there and enjoyed many trips and visits. Rhonda also enjoyed her trips to Holden Beach which held a special place in her heart.

Survivors include her husband, Dana Doyle Raines; daughters Charity Luv Parsons of Holden Beach, NC and Medalyen Lake Sayre of Evans; brother, Ronald E. (Teresa) Karst of Evans; sisters, Terri Lynn Karst of Evans and Adrienne Jean Jones-Stalnaker of Morgantown, WV; step-brothers, Jeff, Guy and Bill Jones; step-daughters, Misty and Julie Raines; grandchildren, Caden and Khaleesi Sayre and Zoey Raines and Anthony Thorne.

Service will be 7 p.m. ~ Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at Casto Funeral Home, Evans, WV, with Pastor Benjamin Riggleman officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until time-of-service Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairplain Cemetery, Ripley, WV.

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