Clelly Ralph “Tub” Frame, 72, of Rosedale, passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

He was born on August 22, 1954, in Shock, WV to the late William Creed and Lucille Lanham Frame.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his foster parents, Ruffner and Becky Cottrill; infant sister, Mary; and sisters, Gay, Betty Jo, and Karol; his four brothers, Vernon, Sam, Bill and Roger; and two foster sisters, Mildred and Madelene.

Tub graduated from Gilmer County High School in 1972 and served in the United States Army until 1974, receiving an honorable discharge. He later served 13 years with the 1092nd Engineer Battalion of the National Guard. On November 27, 1974, he married Charlotte Dobbins. Clelly worked for Appalachian Timber Service for 23 years and enjoyed hunting, watching old Westerns, and following sports.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 51 years, Charlotte Dobbins Frame; daughters, Kimberely and husband, Mark Minney II of Perkins and Latasha Frame and husband, J.D. Isenhart of Shock; the love of his life, his only grandchild, Zoie Harris and grand pup, Dutchess; four step grandchildren, Kayla Minney and Mark Minney III, L.D. Isenhart and James Isenhart; four step great grandchildren, Ryleigh, Waylon, Cheyenne, and Hazel; foster sister, Keran Hart of Shock; foster brother, Johnny Howes of Rosedale; and son, chosen by love, Lonnie Short of Cleveland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

Tub’s funeral will be 2 P.M. Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Roach Funeral Home, Gassaway with Pastor Clarence Rose officiating.

His visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the Rosedale Community Cemetery, Rosedale.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to the Rosedale Community Cemetery, c/o Treasurer Dolores Wright, 39 Lone Oak Road, Rosedale, WV 26636.

Words of comfort and fond memories may be extended to the family at www.roachfuneralhome.com.