Emma Jane Hearn Filer

Emma Jane Hearn Filer, 89, of Bluefield, WV, and formerly of Covington, died Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Mercer Health Center in Bluefield.

She was born July 22, 1937, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Edwin Thompson Hearn and Una Rachel Beckum. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George B. Filer, Sr.

For many years, Jane worked as a registered nurse for many years, including at Alleghany Regional Hospital and Boiling Springs Elementary School. She was a member of Calvary Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Electa Chapter #33 of the Order of the Eastern Star in Roanoke, and the Anata Shrine Guild in Clifton Forge.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, George Filer, Jr. and Regina of Bluefield; her daughter and son-in-law, Valerie and Gratten Hepler of Covington; five grandchildren, Delbert Gratten Hepler III and his wife, Lindsey, of Charlottesville, Capt. George Benjamin Hepler and his wife, Kaeleigh, of Colorado, Brian Filer and his wife, Zephyr of Chattagnooga, TN., Keith Filer and his wife, Brandi, of Bluefield, WV and Mark Filer and his wife, Delyn, of Knoxville, Tennessee; seven great-grandchildren, Talon and Dawson Filer, Mackenzie Miller, Anna and Madalyn Hepler, and Ryan and Amelia Hepler.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.

In keeping with her wishes, Jane’s body has been cremated.

A graveside service is planned for a later date.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at arrittfuneralhome.com.