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Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014

PEARMAN, Garnett Roby

Garnett Roby Pearman, 83, of Ivanhoe, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2004. Funeral, 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Mt. Hope United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.

STAFFORD, Alfred William

Alfred William Stafford, 82, of Wytheville, died Sunday August 8, 2004. Funeral service Thursday, 8 p.m. in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation is Thursday, 6 p.m. until service time at Grubb Funeral Home.

STONE, Ronald Dean

Ronald Dean Stone, 61, of Austinville, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2004 in Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. He was the son of the late Hobert and Gertude Stone, and is survived by his wife, Goldie Vaughn Stone, of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Jack Nester of Austinville, Trudy and D.C. Cobler of Glade Springs, Va.; sons and daughters-in-law, Greg and Becky Stone of Austinville, Jeff and Ann Stone of Austinville; brothers and sister-in-law, Herbert Stone of Austinville, Tom and Reba Stone of Max Meadows; sisters and brothers-in-law, Evelyn and Hubert Rose of Augusta, Georgia, Virginia and Jack King of Max Meadows, Myrtle and Virgil Peverall of Salem, and Bertha and Troy Marshall of Austinville; sisters-in-law, Nadine Stone of Hillsville and Juanita Stone of Austinville; and grandchildren, Randy, Kyle, Hobie, Jarred, Sarah, Courtney, Brittany and Bryce. He was preceded in death by a brother, Clifton Stone. He was a former employee of Burlington and Wayne-Tex Industries. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 3 p.m. at the Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville. Mr. Jack King and Rev. Neil Edison will officiate. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday evening at the Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville, Va.

ADAMS, Georgia Walker

Georgia Walker Adams, 90, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004. She was a member, and leader, of Melrose Baptist Church since 1925, and was the former owner of Colonial Beauty Shoppe, Inc. Mrs. Adams was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Richard J. Adams, and a sister, Mrs. Eliza Caroline Hodges. Georgia is survived by her son, Richard Edward "Ed" Adams, of Greenville, N.C.; and grandchildren, Shelly A. Lide, of Matthews, N.C., Richard E. Adams, Jr., of Flower Mound, Texas and Kirk Adams, of York, S.C. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Anna, Jim, Eddie, Meghan, and Alex Adams, Michelle and Stephanie Lide. Surviving her also are two sisters, Mrs. Jessyee Ramsey, of Roanoke, and Mrs. Dixie Tucker, of Vinton. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melrose Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Sprouse officiating. Interment icon will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends today from 2 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Melrose Baptist Church Building Fund. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 362-1237.

ADAMS, Sarah Elizabeth Linkenhoker

Sarah Elizabeth Linkenhoker Adams, 77, of Roanoke, died Sunday, August 1, 2004. Memorial services 3 p.m., Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in America. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel.

ARGABRIGHT, Alfred Leon

Alfred Leon Argabright, 70, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 2, 2004.Funeral services will be Monday, August 9, 2004, 11 a.m. at Oakey's East Chapel 977-3909.

AYERS, Ezra Barker

Ezra Barker Ayers, 79, of Roanoke, was received in the arms of his Lord Thursday, August 5, 2004. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Mike Ward officiating. Interment icon will follow in Cedar Lawn cemetery with military rites by the U.S. Army. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel

BARTLETT, Rebecca Ann

Rebecca Ann Bartlett, 48, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, August 8, 2004. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 989-3131.

BATSON, Katina Kay Bean

Katina Kay Bean Batson, 56, of Buchanan passed away suddenly Thursday, August 5, 2004 at her home. Katina was born on December 27, 1947 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Bean; her step-father, William Finney; and her brother, Gary Bean. She was employed at Starmount Beauty Salon for over twenty years, the last several, she was the owner. Katina was the type of person who you could talk to when you were down and out, and she could always bring a smile to your face and make you laugh. She will be greatly missed by the many who knew and loved her. Surviving are her mother, Pearl Finney of Friendship Manor; her loving sister-in-law, Linda Bean of Vinton; and many devoted and caring friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Linda Bean, P.O. Box 98, Vinton, Va. 24179. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road. 366-0707

BULLINS, Eleonore

Eleonore Bullins, 73, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2004 at her home in Roanoke, Virginia. A former resident of Elizabethtown, she was a retired bookkeeper for Power Train Companies, and formerly a member of Saint Ambrose Catholic Church in Cecilia. She was born on May 29, 1931 in Munich, Germany. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sergeant Henry Bruce Bullins, and her mother, Sophie Blatney. Survivors include three daughters, Doris Bullins of Roanoke, Va., Kelly Barron and her husband, Major General William E. Barron of Elizabethtown, Ky., Karen Taylor and her husband, Dean Taylor of Elizabethtown, Ky.; three granddaughters, Krissy Sisk, Deana Taylor, Dana Taylor; and two great-grandchildren, Kirsten Sisk and Gavin Taylor Smith. Funeral series will be held Tuesday, August 10, 2004, 2 p.m. at Manakee Funeral Home in Elizabethtown, Ky. with the Rev. Stan Osborne officiating. Burial will be at the Elizabethtown Memorial Gardens on Monday, August 9, 2004 at 12 noon. Visitation will be held Monday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 12 noon until time of service at the Manakee Funeral Home in Elizabethtown. Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of donations to the Humane Society or Hospice.

CARTER, Edna M.

Edna M. Carter, 80, of Roanoke, died Sunday, August 08, 2004. She was born May 13, 1924 in Roanoke to the late Harvey Hill and Maggie Minnix. Mrs. Carter is also preceded in death by her husband, Frank W. Carter, one son, James C. Carter, two brothers, Paul Hill and John Clark, and two sisters, Myrtle Johnson, and Lillian Powell. She is survived by two sons, Taylor W. Carter and Frank E. Carter; two daughters, Bessie P. Arnold, and Donna Kreutzberg; and three daughters-in-law, Gloria Carter, Pat Millehan, and Phyllis Carter. Mrs. Carter is also survived by eight grandchildren, Kimberly Gibson, James T. Carter, Stacy Carter, Jay Carter, Kevin Carter, David Arnold, Edward Arnold, and John Glisiple; and nine great-grandchildren, Frank Arnold, Jr., Alidia Arnold, Dalton Arnold, Kaleb Carter, Kollin Carter, Kayla Gibson, Chelsea Sink, James Carter, and Ryan Carter. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 9, 2004 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home, 1001 Franklin Rd., Roanoke. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 1 p.m. at Lotz Roanoke Chapel with Rev. Earl Clemons officiating. Interment icon will follow in the family cemetery in Boones Mill. Lotz Funeral Home of Roanoke is in charge of the arrangements.

COWLEY, Gaynelle A.

96, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2004. Memorial service Wednesday, August 11, 2004, 11 a.m., Roanoke Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1701 Memorial Ave. Arrangements by Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke.

CRAIGHEAD, Helen Barnett

Helen Barnett Craighead, 88, of Fincastle, went home to be with the Lord, Friday afternoon, August 6, 2004 at the Brian Center Nursing Home. She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Mattie Barnett; her husband, Arthur Craighead; two brothers, William Warner and Robert Barnett; and one sister,, Julia Barnett Williams. She is survived by sisters-in-law, Juanita Welch Barnett of Fincastle, Louise Barnett Hairston of Roanoke, and Rena Mae Owens of Blue Ridge; two nephews, Warner Chuck Barnett of Fincastle and Jeffrey W. Barnett of Roanoke; four nieces, Tracy Jones of Cantonsville, Md., Lisa Barnett of Roanoke, Veda Barnett of Roanoke, and Andrea Barnett of Chesapeake; several nieces and nephews and cousins; as well as her church family of The Lily of the Valley Baptist Church, Springwood and many cherished good neighbors and friends. She was a devoted and faithful member of her church. Her bright smile will be missed by all who know her. The family would like to especially thank the staff at the Brian Center for all their sincere and loving kindness they provided during her residency there. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Rader Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Harvey L. Saunders officiating. Interment icon will follow in The Lily of the Valley Church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rader Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. "Serving Every Family As If Our Very Own."

CROTTS, Genevra S.

Genevra S. Crotts, 86, of Roanoke, formerly of Siler City, N.C., passed away Friday, August 6, 2004. She was the widow of Charles R. Crotts. She was born in Bedford County, January 23, 1917 and was a 1938 graduate of Ferrum College. Mrs. Crotts enjoyed spending time writing poetry. She is preceded in death by a son, Charles R. Crotts, Jr.; three sisters, Lavonia Snydecker, Verna Fulp, and Louise Holdren; and six brothers, Wilbur Simmons, Carlton Simmons, Homer Simmons, Sr., Willis Simmons, Avis Simmons, and Travis Simmons. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Flora W. Simmon and Ida Simmon; and a number of nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, August 9, 2004 in Mountain View cemetery, Vinton. The famil

EAST, Dorothy Gilmore

Dorothy Gilmore East, 69, quietly passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004. She had worked for Peacock Cleaners for many years and was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Edward East in 1996. She is survived by one daughter, Janet East and her fianc?, Billy Stacy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Rita Gilmore and Douglas Gilmore and friend, Helen Bishop; sister and brother-in-law, Nancy and David Jones; nephews, Doug Gilmore, Jr. and wife, Karen and Wayne Gilmore and wife, Ginger. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 9, 2004, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem, 389-5441.

HAMMOND, Robert Wayne

Robert Wayne "Bob" Hammond, 66, of Salem, was transferred from his earthly home to his heavenly home to forever be with his Lord on Saturday, August 7, 2004. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Bessie Irene and George L. Hammond. He leaves behind his loving wife and devoted partner of 42 years, Alma Beamer Hammond. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Frances and Paul Hambrick of Roanoke; brothers and sisters-in-law, George and Blanche Hammond, Parris and Lois Hammond, William R. and Glenna Hammond, all of Salem; his brother-in-law and wife, Edwin and Hazel Wilson of Wytheville; sister-in-law and husband, Vista and Kenneth Alderman, Hillsville; sister-in-law, Helen Beamer of Hillsville. He will be greatly missed by a host of nieces and nephews and special friends, Bishop Larry and Margaret Lykens. Bob was a Salem native and lifelong resident who contributed generously to his community. He was a devout Christian and outstanding member of the Family Worship Center. Funeral arrangements are being handled by John M. Oakey and Son of Salem. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 9, 2004 from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 10, 2004 in the Oakey's Salem Chapel by Bishop Larry Lykens. Interment icon will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. Flowers are appreciated or contributions may be made to the Family Worship Center Building Fund, P. O. box 7453, Roanoke, Va. 24019. or the Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Rd, S.W., Suite A., Roanoke, Va. 24018. A special thanks to Dr. William Fintel and his staff for their loving kindness and care.

HARDY, Ralph French

Ralph French Hardy, 81, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2004. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz in Salem and burial will be in Quantico National cemetery on August 10, 2004.

HODGES, Linda Williams

Linda Williams Hodges, 58, of Salem, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 5, 2004. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 9, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem 389-5441.

KISH, Eleanor A.

Eleanor A. Kish, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004. Funeral service 9:30 a.m. Monday at the First Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel.

LYLE, Marjorie Nadine Clingenpeel

Marjorie Nadine Clingenpeel Lyle, 75, of Roanoke, died Thursday, August 5, 2004. Funeral services Monday, August 9, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Oakey's North Chapel.

MOODY, Gerald Edward

Gerald Edward Moody, 73, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2004. Funeral services, 1 p.m. Monday, at Oakey's North Chapel, 362-1237.

PERSINGER, Patricia Ann Callender

Patricia Ann Callender Persinger, 72, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2004. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Main Street Baptist Church, Clifton Forge, Va. Arrangements by Serenity Funeral Home.

POWELL, Eileen Mary

Eileen Mary Powell, of Fincastle, passed away Friday, August 6, 2004.Memorial service 11 a.m. Monday at the Church of the Transfiguration. Rader Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

POWERS, Claude George

Claude George Powers, 102, of Salem, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 8, 2004 after an extended illness. He was born in Crawfordsville, Indiana and went on to graduate from Life Bible College in Los Angeles, California in 1933. In his early years, he served as an evangelist and in later years, he served as pastor of various Four Square Gospel Churches in Illinois, Ohio, North Carolina, and Virginia. He retired in 1964, and in his retirement he remained active in the church and his community, working and serving well into his eighties. His surviving family include his wife Hester Powers; sons and daughter-in-law Will and Mary Powers and John Powers; daughter and son-in-law, Virginia and Dwight Jones; grandchildren, Mirinda Reynolds, Megan Reuter, Mariel Powers, Meris Powers, Rachel Talbott, Sarah Schmucker, Mary Jones, and John Jones; great-grandchildren, Mikaila Reynolds, Barrett Reynolds, Zachary Powers, and many extended family and friends. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Bethel Assembly of God, with Pastor Burt Franks officiating. Interment icon will follow in Evergreen cemetery in Roanoke. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem from 7 to 9 p.m. Arrangements by John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem, 389-5441.

ROLLINS, James

James Rollins, 77, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004. He was born in Boston, Mass., on January 22, 1927. He graduated from Newman High School and attended business college for two years. He served in both WWII in Europe and the Korean Conflict. He worked with the "Youth on their Own Center" and started the special needs fund to help high school students graduate. He is survived by sisters, Sally Rollins of Milton, Mass. and Anne Ranhoff of Pompret Center, Conn.; niece, Karen Lamb and husband, Donald; and numerous other nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends

WAGES, Charles

Charles Wages, 76, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; step-daughters, Connie Duncan and Tricia Plunkett and husband, Jerry; step-grandchildren, Jamie, Corey, and Trevor Plunkett; and four step-great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Jim Hain officiating. Interment icon will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, August 9, 2004 at Oakey's South Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Rd. Suite A., Roanoke, Va. 24018.

WRIGHT, June Martin

June Martin Wright, 72, of Salem, died Friday, August 6, 2004. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Wayne Wright, her parents, Raymond K. and Margaret L. Martin and a brother, Lawrence R. Martin. Her surviving family include her loving husband, George R. Wright; daughter, Patricia Wright; son, Mike Wright and his friend Rai Orszak; grandson, T. Jason Gusler; brother, Ken Martin; sisters, Janice Stultz, Patty Ramsey; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was described by those who knew her as a person who chose to live a simple life, was a mediator who was creative, caring, spunky, yet dignified in every aspect of her life. She was an entrepreneur who owned and operated Gemini Hair Graphics in Vinton and was a former employee of Vinton Weaving Mill. She supplied the community with turbans for cancer victims, quilted a lovingly hand-tied lap quilt for St. Judes. She made commemorative flags and decorative wood crafts and was a cook extraordinaire. She participated in many parades, showing horses and even competed as a barrel racer. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m.Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel in Salem. Interment icon will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday at the funeral home from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salem Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 291, Salem, Va. 24153.

Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014

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