Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014
KEILEY, Cary B.
Cary B. Keiley, 56, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, February 17, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Madeleine Keiley. Surviving is his wife Janet; daughter, Krista Anderson and husband Jamison; grandson, Jordan Cantu; sisters, Lynn Spellman and husband Jack, and Anne Keiley; stepsons, John Rutigliano and Joseph Rodenback; step-granddaughter, Lauren Anderson; and friends, Vince Dunahoo and Patrick Costello. Services will be private. Arrangements by Simpson-Tharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 366-0707.
LaROCCO, Jennie Alice
Jennie Alice LaRocco, 79, of Roanoke, passed away on February 19, 2004. Mrs. LaRocco was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Roanoke. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James F. LaRocco; her parents, John Signor and Mabel Cook Signor of Malone, N.Y.; her sister and brother-in-law, Bethel and Frank Nowicki of Buffalo, N.Y.; and her nephew, Paul Nowicki, also of Buffalo, N.Y. She is survived by her four sons and two daughters-in-law, James John LaRocco and wife, Sharon of Mebane, N.C., Joseph C. LaRocco and wife, Theresa, of Salem, Jeffrey Evan LaRocco and John Anthony LaRocco, both of Roanoke. She has four grandchildren, Francis Tyler and Meleah Dee LaRocco of Mebane, N.C., Catherine Anne LaRocco of Ashland and Jaqueline L. Downs and her husband, John of Gaithersburg, Md. She is also survived by a niece, Susan Nowicki of Buffalo, N.Y. The family will receive friends Monday, February 23, 2004 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Lotz Salem Chapel, followed by a prayer service. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to your local rescue squad or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem.
LESLIE, Helen
Mrs. Helen Leslie, 86, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2004. Funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2004 in the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel. Interment
will be Williams Memorial Park.
MILLER, LTC, Retired E. J. (Juic)
LTC, Retired E.J. (Juic) Miller, 79, of Salem, quietly passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2004. He was a lifelong Salem resident and was the retired owner of the E.J. Miller Construction Company. He also attended VPI and served in the Army during World War II and Korea, and was a member of the 238th Combat Engineer Association. He was also a member of the Penguin Club in Salem. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elisha and Annie Miller; and a brother, Robert J. Miller. He is survived by his devoted wife, Margaret Flora Miller; a son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Betty Miller; daughters and son-in-law, Cynthia Miller, Kathy and Terry Murphy, and Candy Smith; grandchildren, Laura, Erin and Ryan Murphy, Meg, Anne Garst and Katie Miller; step-grandchildren, Patrick Smith and his wife, Leah, Greg Smith and his wife, Sherry; step-great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Caelan, Abby and Gary Wayne Smith; sisters, Ora Mae Sluss and Peggy Ellis; sister-in-law, Jean Miller; and brother and sister-in-law, Hunter and Ann Miller; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Willard and Sylvia Flora, and Walter and Alice Flora; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Lucile and John Weeks; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Monday, February 23, 2004 at 1 p.m. in Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Gay Ritter officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 22, 2004 at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem from 3 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the National D-Day Memorial at P.O. Box 77, Bedford, Va. 24523 or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem.
SLAN, Steven Mark
Steven Mark Slan, 34, of Vinton, died Thursday, February 19, 2004, at his residence. Steven was a graduate of William Byrd High School, Class of 1988, attended Virginia Western Community College, graduating in 1990, Summa Cum Laude. He then attended and graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science degree. Surviving are his father and mother, Richard J. and Jo-Ann Rigo Slan of Vinton; his brother, Richard A. Slan of Virginia Beach; his beloved cat, "Luke"; his uncles, George Slan and wife Mary, Anthony Slan, Bernard Slan, all of Pittsburgh, Pa., Joseph Rigo, John Rigo, both of Cleveland, Ohio; his aunt, Mary McFarland and husband Terry, of Westlake, Ohio; and several cousins. A Mass of Resurrection service will be held at St. Andrew's Catholic Church, 10 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2004, with Rev. Msgr. Thomas G. Miller officiating. Interment
will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. A Christian wake service will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, Sunday at 7 p.m. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. 982-2221
STAMPER, William Patton
William Patton Stamper, 82, of Roanoke, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. He was born July 31, 1921 to the late William Houston Stamper and Ester Dickerson Stamper. Mr. Stamper was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II. He was a member of the Bible Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Alice Spencer Stamper; and two brothers, Elmo and Tracy Stamper. Mr. Stamper is survived by his four daughters, Rita Shepherd and her husband, Don, of Roanoke, Peggy Howard and her husband, Doug, of Quinton, Va., Linda Oliver and her husband, Robert, of Roanoke, and Iris Coles and her fiance, Roland, of Roanoke; and his sister, Katherine Kahlar and her husband, Jeff, of Jackson, Mississippi. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Angie Puckett and her friend, Robert, Tammy Moore and her husband, Mike, Judy Serdah and her husband, Mike, Donnie Shepherd and his wife, Tosha, Chasidy Coles and her fiance, Mike, and Curtis Keaton, Jr.; nine great-grandchildren, Michael, April, Cheyenne, Christian, Jamar, Ryan, Lindsey, Ameen and Jamari; and his special cat, Sam. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 22, 2004 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home, 1001 Franklin Road, Roanoke. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 23, 2004 at 1 p.m. at Lotz Roanoke Chapel with Rev. L. W. Carter officiating. Interment
will follow in Mountain View cemetery with honors provided by the VFW Post #1264. Lotz Funeral Home of Roanoke is in charge of the arrangements.
WHITE, Lorine Hall
Lorine Hall White, 73, of Roanoke, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. Funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2004 at Woodlawn Baptist Church in Rocky Mt. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home.
HOUDE, Arthur Adelard
Arthur Adelard Houde, 52, of Hardy, went to be with the Lord, Friday, February 20, 2004. He was a member of the Vinton Moose Lodge #1121 and the Mopar Club. Arthur was preceded in death by his father, Adelard Joseph Houde, and his stepfather, Paul Boisvert. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen C. Houde; his mother, Grace Boisvert of Avon Park, Fla.; one son and daughter-in-law, Todd and Katina Houde of Vinton; one granddaughter, Christine Williams of Vinton; one brother, Leonard Houde and his wife, Stefanie of Hope Valley, R.I.; two sisters, Marie Kissick of Avon Park, Fla., Nancy Guzman and her husband, Mario of Orlando, Fla.; sister-in-law, Connie Leavitt and her husband, Paul of Exeter, R.I.; brother-in-law, Larry Andre and his wife, Lorina of Roswell, N.M.; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2004 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Spirit FM Radio, P.O. Box 929, Blacksburg, Va. 24063. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel and Crematory, 982-2221.
REYNOLDS, Buford W.
Buford W. Reynolds, 86, of Rocky Mount, died Friday, February 20, 2004 at his residence. He was born July 19, 1917, a son of the late Walter Anderson and Nannie Kate Hunt Reynolds. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Raymond, Gordon, Lloyd and Roy Reynolds; a sister, Doris Reynolds; and two infant sisters. Mr. Reynolds was a retired farmer and Saw Mill Operator in the Sontag Community. He was a lifetime member of Beulah Baptist Church where he was a Deacon Emeritus and through the years had served on various committees including Building and Grounds, Usher and Pulpit Committees. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Cora P. Reynolds; one sister, Nannie Kate Reynolds; sisters-in-law, Annie Reynolds, Ruby Reynolds and Frances Reynolds; other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and caregivers, Phyllis Vaassner and Emma Wood survive. Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel, 1 p.m. Monday with Rev. Thomas C. Siddle and Rev. T. Ivey Adams, Jr. officiating. Interment
will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. The family suggests memorials be made to Beulah Baptist Church Building Fund, 4220 Sontag Road, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151 or American Cancer Society. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Flora Funeral Service, S. Main Street, Rocky Mount.
YOUNG, Everett E.
Everett E. "Ebb" Young, 83, of Rocky Mount, died Friday February 20, 2004 in the local hospital. He was one of eleven children of the late Charlie and Fannie Janney Young, and was also preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters. Mr. Young was a member of Providence Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Edith Y. Young; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jerald E. and Phyllis Young of Rocky Mount, Richard and Rickie Young of Roanoke; one daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Gerald Willie of Rocky Mount; five grandchildren, Darryl Willie of Ferrum, Duane and Lisa Willie of Rocky Mount, Cindy and Jeff Todd of Henry, Sandy Young of Rocky Mount, Katie Young of Roanoke; six great-grandchildren, Ashley Willie, Adam and Emily Willie, Heather, Lauren and Seth Todd; two sisters, Mabel Stanley of Rocky Mount, Berta Bowles of Roanoke; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday from Flora Funeral Chapel with Rev. Steve Tilley officiating. Interment
will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to the Franklin County Rescue Squad or the Fork Mountain Rescue Squad. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Saturday with his family receiving friends from 6 until 8 p.m. at Flora Funeral Service, S. Main St., Rocky Mount.
ATKINS, Mary Williams
Mary Williams Atkins, 82, of the Maybrook Community near Pembroke, died Friday morning, February 20, 2004 in Glen Lyn. She was the wife of Clarence H. Atkins. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Kendall Funeral Home in Pembroke.
FELDMAN, Bernard Frank
Bernard Frank Feldman DVM, Ph.D., 66, of Check, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. He was born in Chicago, Illinois. He served as a Captain in the Air Force and attended the University of Illinois, where he received a DVM degree. He served his residency at Kansas State and received his Ph.D. from the University of California at Davis, where he met his loving wife, Karen. He dearly loved his son Jay and was passionate about life. He worked as a Clinical Pathologist and Professor at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine and loved educating his students. Survivors include his wife, Karen J. Thomason, DVM of Check, Va.; son, Jay Porter Thomason-Feldman of Check, Va.; brothers, Jack Feldman, Ph.D. of Stafford, Va., Edward Feldman, DVM of Davis, Calif.; sister, Judy Komaiko of Beverly Hills, Calif. Memorial service will be held Sunday, February 22, 2004 at 2 p.m. at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel, Floyd, Va. with the Rev. David Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Floyd County Humane Society, P.O. Box 862, Floyd, Va. 24091; or to the Floyd County Animal Shelter "Expansion Program", P.O. Box 218, Floyd, Va. 24091 or the Humane Society of America. Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va. (540) 745-2121.
GOAD, Barbara Ann Kincer
Barbara Ann Kincer Goad, 71, of Lakeland, Florida and formerly Pulaski, Va. passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2004. Graveside funeral services Sunday 2 p.m. at Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin. Arrangements by Bower Funeral Home.
GRUBB, Delta Lee
Delta Lee Grubb, (D.L.), 71, of Christiansburg, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. Funeral service 11 a.m. Monday in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2004 at the funeral home. (382-2612).
SMITH, Edgar Erby
Edgar Erby Smith, 83, of Pulaski, died Friday, February 20, 2004. Memorial services, Monday, February 23, 2004 at 11 a.m. in Mt. View Church. Visiting at church cemetery following graveside Masonic rites. Arrangements by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Pulaski.
VARNER, Kenneth L.
Kenneth L. Varner, 64, of Blacksburg, passed away February 14, 2004 while on a trip with his wife, visiting their sons in Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Vera Varner of Weirton, W.Va. Ken graduated from West Virginia University, was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force, received his doctorate from Southern College of Optometry, established a successful practice in Blacksburg, Va., and was a member of the Blacksburg United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; and his sons, Jeffery and Matthew; and Matthew's wife, Chelsea. A memorial service will be held at the Blacksburg United Methodist Church at 1 p.m., February 21, with a visitation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be directed to either Lifenet Donor Memorial Foundation, 5809 Ward Court, Virginia Beach, Va. 23455 (S.W. Virginia's organ donor program); or Ronald McDonald House, 2224 Jefferson Street S.E., Roanoke, Va. 24014.
CLEMENTS, Jennie Ruth
Jennie Ruth Clements, 81, of Bassett, died Tuesday, February 17, 2004. Funeral services, 1 p.m. Monday, at Shiloh Way of the Cross Church of Christ. Arrangements by Bassett Funeral Service, Bassett.
GLOVER, James Arthur
James Arthur Glover, 81, of Abingdon, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. Graveside services 2 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2004 in the Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Arrangements by Campbell Funeral Home, Abingdon.
HILL, David Morton
David Morton Hill, 61, of Buena Vista, died Friday, February 20, 2004 in the Stonewall Jackson Hospital, Lexington. Mr. Hill was born on July 31, 1942 in Massachusetts, and was a son of the late Robert Taft Hill and Veda May Bush Hill. He was retired from Southern Seminary College, and was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Mason Hill; and two brothers, Roger and Kenneth. Mr. Hill is survived by two daughters, Renee Hill of Honaker, Lisa Ramsey of Buena Vista; one son, Stacy Hill of Buena Vista; three sisters, Patricia Hill of North Carolina, Lanesta Jaquins, Aleta Twing; one brother, Richard Hill, all of Massachusetts; and two grandchildren, Christy Ramsey and Jessica Ramsey. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2004 at the Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel with Rev. Don Chamberlain officiating. Burial will follow in the Green Hill cemetery, Buena Vista. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Service, Buena Vista.
PATTON, Dan K.
Dan K. Patton, 83, of Galax, died Thursday, February 19, 2004. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Sunday, from Vaughan-Guynn Chapel, Galax.
ANDREWS, Sharon Renee
Sharon Renee Andrews, 36, of Roanoke, went away to be at rest with the Lord on Friday, February 13, 2004 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Clifford and Nettie Cotton and Rev. Willie Andrews, Sr.; and uncle, Rev. Allen Andrews. She was employed by Matria Health Care for 8 years. Those left to cherish fond memories are a loving father and mother, David and Evelyn Andrews; two devoted sisters, Tonia and Valerie Andrews; two precious sons, Richard and Malik Andrews; eight loving daughters, Shanika, Kierra, Sheron, Kelsea, Sade, Keyanna, Shakayla and Malaysia Andrews, all of Roanoke; grandmother, Mrs. Addie Andrews of Roanoke; four aunts, Mary Ann White of Bronx, N.Y., Nancy Ware of Detroit, Mich., Annette Baxter and Brenda Howard, both of Roanoke; six uncles, Richard (Brenda) Cotton, Moneta, Robert (Geneva) Cotton of Detroit, Mich., Cecil (Jeanetta) Andrews, James Andrews, Paul (Nancy) Andrews, of Roanoke, and Willie (Carolyn) Andrews, Charleston, S.C.; seven great aunts, Alma Thompson, of Roanoke, Elizabeth English, Alexandria, Va., Theresa Baxter and Hazel Clark of Washington, D.C., Eva Baxter of Petersburg, Alease Anderson and Louise Styles of Roanoke; three great uncles, Theodore Baxter of Petersburg, Lawrence Baxter and Franklin Styles of Roanoke. Sharon also leaves 3 loving nephews, Demontrae, Bryant and Terrance Andrews; and one loving niece, Whitney Andrews, all of Roanoke; devoted cousins, Janice Baxter, Robert Baxter, Tony (KiKi Carter) Baxter, Charles (Emma) Webb, Morris (Cynthia) Miller, Lewis (Carlisa) Webb, Jeannie (Rev. Thomas) Harper, Faye James, Richard Cotton, Myra Cotton, Roxanne Wood, Howard (Bertha) Brown, of Detroit, Mich.; and many more loving cousins and friends; special friends, Richard Newbill, Kevin Hodnett and Brian Johnson and Matria Healthcare family. Many many thanks to devoted cousin, Tonya Finney; and 7th, 8th and 9th Floor, ICU Staffs and Doctors at Carilion - Roanoke Memorial Hospital; and staff of Serenity Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Saturday, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gainesboro. Dr. J. Eugene Young will deliver the eulogy. Interment
will follow in Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on hour prior to the funeral hour. Friends may call at Serenity Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for viewing. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home.
BEASLEY, Bobby Ray
Bobby Ray Beasley, 51, of Roanoke, passed from this life Monday, January 26, 2004. A memorial service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2004 at Oakey's South Chapel. (989-3131)
LAM, Madeleine Moore
Madeleine Moore Lam, 70, of Roanoke, peacefully left this life on Wednesday, March 3, 2004 surrounded by her family. She rejoins her late husband, Nelson E. Lam; her sister, Muriel Burnette and brothers, Joseph P. Moore, Jr. and George Moore. Born August 1, 1933 on Remlik Farm in Urbanna, Va., she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Myra Moore. A graduate of New Market High School, she also graduated from Madison College in Harrisonburg. Mrs. Lam was a longtime member of Cloverdale Church of the Brethren. She worked for Dominion Bank. Madeleine enjoyed antiquing and traveling. A loving mother, she is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Stacy Lam of Roanoke and Allison and Dean Humbert of Stuarts Draft; brothers, Richard Moore of Broadway and Ted Moore and wife, Betty of Arnold, Md.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to either the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 554, Roanoke, Va. 24003 or Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Rd., Roanoke, Va. 24018. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2004 from Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. Owen G. Stultz will officiate. Interment
will be in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Oakey's North Chapel. {362-1237}
WILLCOCKSON, Faye Prince
Faye Prince Willcockson, 69, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2004. Funeral, 2 p.m. Saturday, Quaker Baptist Church. Arrangements by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.
RADFORD, James Moir
James Moir Radford, (Cricket), 83, of Blacksburg, died Tuesday, March 2, 2004 at his home. He was born in Franklin County, Va. on August 4, 1920 to the late Daniel Green and Frances Gillispie Radford. He was co-owner of Radford Brothers, Inc. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, and was preceded in death by his brothers, John E. (Hank) Radford, who served in the U.S. Army, Palmer C. Radford, who served in the U.S. army, and Otho M. Radford who served in the Army Air Corps, all veterans of WWII. Cricket was also preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Erma and Olyn Loftis; a sister-in-law, Mary Radford; and two brothers-in-law, Bunn Richards and Roy Wade. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Helen D. Radford of Blacksburg; a son, James D. Radford of Blacksburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Deborah J. and Harry Stone of Wytheville, Va.; two grandchildren, Frances Radford Gilvary of Blacksburg, Selena Linkous of Los Angeles, Calif.; a great-grandson, Tristan Gilvary of Blacksburg; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Dorothy Richards of Ferrum, Naomi and Dayle Chandler of Cincinnati, Ohio, Ethel and Harvey Cox of Hartfield, Va., Ann Akers of Roanoke; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, March 5, 2004 at 11 a.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Richard Gilbert and Rev. Rador Vaden officiating. Interment
will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Slussers Chapel Church of God, 1543 Mt. Tabor Road, Blacksburg, Va. 24060 or Gentle Shepherd Hospice, 4005 Electric Road, S.W., Suite 202, Roanoke, Va. 24014-4135. Friends may call anytime after 12 noon Thursday, and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Dr., Blacksburg.
EIGNER, James Roman
James Roman (Jim) Eigner, 63, of Natchitoches, La., died Friday, February 27, 2004. Funeral service 2 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Nicely Funeral Home in Clifton Forge.
PARKS, Bernard (Bunny)
Bernard (Bunny) Parks, 75, of Marion, passed away Monday, March 1, 2004. Funeral services, 2 p.m. Wednesday, from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel, Marion.
