Irene Marie Brookover McEwuen

Irene Marie Brookover McEwuen, 64, of Parkersburg, passed away August 4, 2025 at WVU Camden Clark Medical Center. She was born April 4, 1961 in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Clifton Denny and Geraldine Ann Brown Brookover.

Irene is a graduate from Parkersburg High School. She retired from the Judicial Building at the Wood County Courthouse, after also working at United Bank. She enjoyed collecting black bear memorabilia and being around her friends and family. She also enjoyed being outside and enjoying the sunshine.

She leaves behind her son, James “Frank” Sams of Parkersburg; grandchildren, Alexzandria Sams, Skylar Sams, Richard Sams III, and Issaha Sams; one brother, George L Brookover of Waverly; and two sisters, Marjorie and Mary Brookover both of Parkersburg.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James R. McEwuen Jr. and a son, Richard Wayne Sams Jr.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Lambert Tatman Funeral Home, Pike St., South Parkersburg with Pastor Adam Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen South Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish to contribute to the family for end-of-life expenses may do so at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home.

Lambert Tatman Funeral Home is honored to serve the McEwuen family.