Edward Harper, age 67, of Charleston, West Virginia passed away peacefully at his residence on September 26, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Goldie Harper. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his sister Donna Harper and brother, David Harper.
Edward is survived by his beloved daughter, Katrina Bowers (Cody); Grandchildren, Jackson Bowers and Julianna Bowers; brother, Joe Harper (Linda); nephew Justin Frame (Cassie), great nephew Davis and great niece Annie; nephew Jacob Pitman (Sasha) and great nephew Ari; niece Sarah Pitman; and former wife, Sandra Harper.
As a child, Edward resided in the Mile Fork community of Big Chimney. He loved sharing special memories of his youth and time spent with friends and family.
Edward graduated from Herbert Hoover in 1977. He received his Undergraduate degree in education from Marshall University in 1981 and his master’s degree in education in 1983. He retired from Kanawha County Schools and enjoyed sharing his knowledge of science with students at the middle school and high school level.
Edward was a sports enthusiast throughout his life. He especially enjoyed coaching football and track at Spring Hill Junior High, as well as coaching his daughter’s youth teams.
Edward enjoyed traveling with his family and especially enjoyed attending Mustang car shows. Most of his adult life he was known to be an owner of a Mustang and always looking forward to the next one.
In his retirement, Ed found great joy in conversation with his neighbors and maintaining his garden. The family would like to thank the many neighbors that helped Ed.
A service will be held on Wednesday, September 30, at 1:00 at Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview, WV with Pastor Josh Hall officiating.
Visitation will be from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Elk Hills Memorial Park immediately following the service.
Arrangements are in the care of Hafer Funeral Home, 50 North Pinch Road, Elkview, WV 25071.
