James Elster Polley

James Elster Polley, 74, of Elkhorn City, KY, and Glen Dale, WV, passed unexpectedly at the JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV, on Thursday, March 9, 2023, as a result of a stroke. Known as Jim to family and friends, he was born September 18, 1948, in Pikeville, KY, the son of James Thomas Polley and Helen Fern Duty Polley.

Jim earned his bachelor's degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and went on to pass his CPA exam. He operated his own accounting business for more than 30 years. He was also a Veteran of the US Army and was honorably discharged in July 1970.

Jim was an active member of the National Fraternal Order of the Police and served as treasurer of the G. W. Young Lodge #029 Fraternal Order of the Police. He was a long time member of the Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star. Jim loved playing pool and had a lifelong passion for Porsches and racing.

He leaves to cherish his memory his brother Rusty Polley of Lexington, KY and his children, Julie Polley, and Jennifer Polley Webb, both of Glen Dale, WV; and James Allen-Polley and Laura Allen-Polley, both of Pikeville, KY. Also surviving are grandchildren, Jameson Polley; Kenneth “K. J.” Wilkinson, Jr.; Tucker Ryan Davis; Hendrix Thomas Lee Allen-Polley; and Bowie Pierce Lauren. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved cat, Meanass.

The Fred Jenkins Funeral Home of Morgantown has assisted the family with arrangements. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 2-4 pm at Overlook Events Center in Pikeville, KY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the G.W. Young Lodge #029 Fraternal Order of Police PO Box 16. Elkhorn City, KY 41522., House of the Carpenter 200 S Front St, Wheeling, WV 26003 , or a charity of your choice.