Macel Gay Teets

Macel Gay Teets, 87, of Grafton passed away at Mon Marion Neighborhood Hospital in Fairmont, WV on Monday, May 11, 2026, she was born June 22, 1938 in Knottsville, WV, daughter of the late Delbert and Velva Bell Shaffer Gordon

Macel was a warm and outgoing soul who truly cherished time spent with others. She loved visiting with friends, sharing conversations, laughter, and making everyone around her feel welcome. At the same time, she found peace and joy in the quiet beauty of the outdoors. Whether she was hunting or fishing, she always looked forward to the possibility of the big catch or trophy deer, but more than anything, she simply loved the experience and the challenge itself.

Her faith was an important part of her life, and through church she built many deep and meaningful friendships that became like family to her. Above all, Macel treasured every moment spent with her loved ones — whether it was the whole family gathered together or a simple visit one-on-one. Those moments were precious to her, and she held them close to her heart. Macel is survived by one daughter, Pauline Retherford (Randy); four sons, Tommy Workman (Carol), Paul Workman (Suzann), Jimmy Workman and James Roy Workman (Neva); many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; one brother, Roy Gordon and sister, Hazel Adams.

In addition to her parents, Macel was preceded in death by two husbands, Roy Workman and Leroy Teets, three sons, Ricky Workman, Micky Workman, and Donald “Doc” Workman; two daughters, Evelyn Rose and Nancy Miller; one brother, Eddie Gordon; and one sister, Margie Robinson.

Family and friends may call at Bartlett Funeral Home, 202 McGraw Ave., Grafton on Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM and Friday, May 15, 2026 from 9:00AM until 11:00AM the hour of funeral with Pastor James Bowers officiating. Interment will follow at Bluemont Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.bartlettfuneralhomewv.com Bartlett Funeral Home is honored to serve the Teets family.

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