Jean Arlene Tomlinson
1935-2026
Jean Arlene Tomlinson, 90, of Paw Paw, W.Va. passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 at Hilltop House, Winchester, Va.
Born on March 20, 1935 in Woodrow, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Dewey Portmess and Gladys (King) Portmess.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Keith T. Tomlinson in 2020; a son, Douglas Tomlinson and also by her siblings, Bruce Portmess and Annalea Malcolm.
She is survived by her children, Deborah Repsher (Terry), Sue Light, James Tomlinson (Betsy), Charles Tomlinson (Tuyet), Troy Tomlinson (Michelle); a sister, Lorna Ellis and four grandchildren: Michael and Justin Largent, Devin Light and Huy Tomlinson.
Jean was a faithful member of Woodrow Union Church.
She enjoyed travel, reading, puzzles, and music but her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on March 7, 2026 at Woodrow Union Church, Paw Paw, W.Va. with interment in Woodrow Cemetery.
All arrangements were handled by McKee Funeral Home, Augusta, WV.
