Chester James Damico passed away October 19, 2025 at 99 years old. He was the son of the late Tony and Mary Damico of Monongah. He is survived by his daughter, Trudy Anderson (Charley), his three grandchildren, Natalie (Andy) Jefferis, Meredith (Jacob) Dailer, and Ty (Christina) Anderson, and his four great-grandchildren, Trey Jefferis, Tessa Dailer, Cal Dailer, and Avery Anderson.

Chester was a carpenter by trade. After working on several new homes, including helping build his parents' home in Monongah, he worked for Fairmont Wall Plaster installing kitchens and baths. In 1964, he went out on his own and started Fairmont Kitchen Center. By 1979, Fairmont Kitchen expanded to manufacture their own custom cabinets as Mountaineer Cabinet Company. Over the years, Fairmont Kitchen and Mountaineer Cabinet grew to be well respected for their craftsmanship, design, and deep commitment to customer service that comes with the knowledge of a lifetime carpenter. Prior to his retirement, his daughter, Trudy, took over the business and design operations. His grandson, Ty, is now owner and operator of Mountaineer Cabinet Company and continues to manufacture custom cabinets, distributing to dealers throughout the tri-state area.

Over the years, Chester enjoyed mentoring young carpenters and installers. It was his time teaching his grandson, Ty, the business of cabinets that will forever be his legacy. The friendship and respect that grew between them during those years will remain forever. Chester also loved to hunt and fish at his camp in Moorefield accompanied by his best friend, Mickey Stevens, and nephew, Phil Diamond, and great-nephews, Paul and Michael Luzadder and Jim Diamond.

Chester was also a great gardener as was demonstrated by the figs he would baby to life each year. Even in his oldest age, he continued to connect with nature by being an avid reader and collector of National Geographic Magazine.

The family has entrusted arrangements to Domico Funeral Home, 414 Gaston Avenue in Fairmont. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 5:30 p.m. A private interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.domicofh.com.