Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014
PALMER, Claris Martha Vest
Claris Martha Vest Palmer, of Salem, peacefully departed her earthly life on May 18, 2006 for eternity with the Lord. Claris was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She maintained her sweet nature and good humor throughout her life. She was born on November 19, 1913. Claris was preceded in death by her husbands, Theodore Winfield Palmer and John Henry Palmer; three brothers, Carl T. Vest, Arthur (Drummy) Vest, Ralph M. Vest. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Doris Welch, Indianapolis, Ind.; her son, Wayne F. Palmer and wife, Linda, Salem; eight grandchildren, Robert (Bob) Welch and wife, Lynette, Llwana Finch and husband, James, Vernetta Johnson, Jaclyn Welch, Sherry Hazelton and husband, Barry, Treva Moring and husband, Bob, Jacob Palmer and Sarah Palmer; one brother, Paul J. Vest, Roanoke. Also surviving are 11 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006, at the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son in Salem with Pastors Nicholas Shaffer and Marshall Allen officiating. Interment
will be at Fairview cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 19, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to West Salem Baptist Church.
PINCOCK, Dee Whitford
Dee Whitford Pincock of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2006. He was born on February 6, 1918 in Madison County, Idaho to George Sanford and Luamelia Dalling Pincock, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded by an infant son. Dee graduated from George Washington University Law School in 1945. He was a member of the District Bar Association, the Circuit Court of Appeals of the District of Columbia, the Supreme Court of the United States, and the Maryland Bar Association. He worked for 37 years for the F.C.C. in Washington, D.C., and retired in 1974. He has lived in Roanoke since 1988, and has served in various positions in Roanoke County Government. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Henderson Pincock; his son, Dee Whitford Pincock, Jr., and wife, Noelle of Silver Spring, Maryland.; his daughters, Cynthia P. Spencer and husband, Edward of Sandy, Utah, Sandra P. Johnson and husband, Richard of Germantown, Maryland. Dee's sister, Phyllis Harward of Tooele, Utah; his brothers, Lowell Pincock and wife, Karma of Thousand Oaks, California, Garth Pincock and wife. Also surviving are 20 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends, all of whom will miss his good humor, generosity and compassion. There will be a viewing at Oakey's South Chapel from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 19, 2006. There will also be a viewing the following day on Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5836 Cotton Hill Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018, where the funeral service will follow at noon. Interment
to follow in the Ferguson Family cemetery, Roanoke County. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the James Ferguson, Sr. cemetery Trust, which would be appreciated, c/o Bill Ferguson, Treasurer, 7065 Buckeye Rd., Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel 1-540-989-3131.
POEY, Brenda Diane
Brenda Diane Poey, 56, of Salem, passed away May 18, 2006. Brenda loved life and enjoyed her family and friends. She loved her son, J.P.-he was her joy-and Brenda a joy for all who knew her. Brenda was a member of West Salem Baptist Church; she worked with the children and in the drama club though she hadn't been able to be in Church for some time. She also was affiliated with the Showtimers. Brenda had a medical transcription business in Salem for many years. Brenda fought a courageous battle against colon cancer for a year and a half before the Lord called her home. The family wishes to thank each and everyone that helped with Brenda, too numerous to mention, you were greatly appreciated, especially Interim Healthcare, Hospice, and Fort Lewis Fire and EMS. She is survived by her son, John (J.P.) Poey; mother, Doris Roupe; uncle, J.D. Gibson; two special people, Kenneth and Carol Gibson; a very special friend, Becky Rae; and many special cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Lotz Salem Chapel, with the Rev. Ken Nienke and the Rev. Jerry Parr officiating. Interment
will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem.
SUMNER, Neva Walton
Neva Walton Sumner, 86, of Roanoke, formerly of Christiansburg, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. Arrangements are being handled by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va.
THOMAS, A. Victor Jr.
A. Victor (Little Vic) Thomas, Jr., 55, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel.
VAUGHAN, Odessa Simmons
Mrs. Odessa Simmons Vaughan, of Roanoke, passed away May 14, 2006. Funeral services will be 12 noon Friday, May 19, 2006 at High Street Baptist Church. Arrangements by Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home.
VAUGHT, Audrey Mae Bane
Audrey Mae Bane Vaught, 88, of Roanoke, Va., formerly of Bluefield, W.Va., passed away Tuesday May 16, 2006. Services will be held at Oakey's North Chapel on Friday, May 19, 2006 at 12 noon.
WHEELER, Doris L.
Doris L. Wheeler, 97, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006. Funeral service 11 a.m. Monday, May 22, 2006 at Christ Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 982-2100.
ALLEY, Gordon Garland
Gordon Garland Alley, 83, of Boones Mill, died Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Services will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at Red Valley United Methodist Church, Boones Mill, Va. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel.
CONNOLLY, Michael Francis
Michael Francis Connolly, 82, of Goodview, died Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at his home. Born April 11, 1924 in Jersey City, N.J., he was the owner of M. Connolly Roofing for 35 years. He was a U.S. Marine veteran, having served during World War II with 37 months in the Pacific Ocean. He was also a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Marine Corps Association. Michael is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy Caroline Ahlgren Connolly; two daughters, Lynn Serrell and husband, Richard of Port Charlotte, Fla. and Debbie Buccola and husband, Dom of Goodview; seven grandchildren, Christine Buccola, Brian Buccola and wife, Talon, all of Goodview, Jennifer Sloan and husband, Douglas, Kathryn Serrell, Daniel Serrell and wife, Aimee, Elizabeth Serrell and Peter Serrell, all of Port Charlotte, Fla.; four greatgrandchildren, Gage, Jamison, Benjamin and Julia; one sister, Kay Beach Hicks of Westerville, Ohio; one brother-in-law, Larry Ahlgren and wife, Marjorie of Marshfield, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3825 Electric Rd., Roanoke, Va. 24018 or NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness), 2107 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, Va. 22201. A funeral service will be conducted at Resurrection Catholic Church 12 noon Saturday, May 20, 2006 with the Msgr. Joseph Lehman officiating. Interment
immediately following in church cemetery. Vigil for the deceased with visitation will be held at Resurrection Catholic Church 7 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006. Send online condolences to www.tharpfuneral home.com. Arrangements by Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Smith Mountain Lake, 540-721-9375.
CRESSMAN, Charles P. Sr.
The Rev. Dr. Charles P. Cressman, Sr., 91, died Thursday, May 18, 2006 in Rocky Mount, Va. Born in Whitehaven, Pa. on June 16, 1914, he graduated from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa., and Mt. Airy Seminary in Philadelphia, Pa. He was ordained as a pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, and later earned his doctorate from the University of Pensylvania. Dr. Cressman served churches in Philadelphia and Lebanon, Pa.; Middletown, Ohio; Louisville, Ky.; Parkville, Md.; and Prospect, Pa. He was also a sociology professor at Wittenburg University in Springfield, Ohio, and retired from Grove City College in Grove City, Pa. after 22 years as professor and head of the Sociology Department. Following his retirement, he and his wife lived in Ocean City, N.J. and Sebring, Fla., before moving to Union Hall, Va. He was often in demand as a supply preacher in many areas. Most recently he was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in Roanoke, Va. He will long be remembered for his warm smile, his compassionate heart for all, and his sweet spirit. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Anna Surbeck Cressman; and his three children: his son, Philip and wife, Linda; his daughter, Judy Monsma and husband, William, both of Union Hall, Va.; and his daughter, Lois King of Lake Placid, Fla. He also has seven grandchildren: Chip Cressman of Roanoke, Cindy Collins of Salisbury, Md., John Getty of Chicago, Debbie Hale of Orlando, Fla., Beth Tomblin of Sebring, Fla., Bill Monsma of Marysville, Ohio, and Chris Karabec of Hudson, Ohio; and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 4608 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke, Va. following the 11 a.m. worship service on Sunday, May 28, 2006, when the ashes will be placed in the columbarium of the church. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the church's memorial fund. Arrangements are being made through Oakey's South Chapel.
GARDNER, Gary Raymond
Gary Raymond Gardner, 54, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Funeral services 2 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 in Tharp Funeral Chapel, Bedford, 586-3443.
HARTMAN, Gary Elwood
Gary Elwood Hartman, 72, of Moneta, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006 following a valiant battle with cancer. He was born September 21, 1933, the son of the late Frank and Sallie Hartman. He married
Ruby Switzer, a union of 41 years. Mr. Hartman was the superintendent of Virginia Asphalt Paving Company for 35 years and the owner and operator of Gary Hartman Sand in Bedford County for 35 years. He was a long-time member of the Roanoke Valley H.O.G. Motorcycle Club. Mr. Hartman leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Ruby M. Hartman of Moneta; two sons, Bruce Hartman and wife, Bonnie of Roanoke, Frank Hartman and wife, Susan of Forest; two stepdaughters, Lynn Trent of Roanoke and Brenda Catron and husband, Bill of Vinton; and a stepson, Rodney Shell of Roanoke. Also surviving is a sister, Loretta Walls and husband, Raymond of Salem; a brother, Don Hartman of Danville; seven grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. His very good friends of many years, Grady Cox and Robert Belcher also survive him. A service celebrating his life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the Roanoke Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home, officiated by the Rev. Jeff Gardner. Interment
will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The Hartman family will receive friends Friday, May 19, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
AKERS, Jamie Sierra
Jamie Sierra Akers, infant of Pulaski, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Services will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski.
JONES, Dorothy Gearheart
Dorothy Gearheart Jones, 83, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church with Dr. Don Makin officiating. Interment
will follow in Sunset cemetery. The Jones Family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. 24073.
NICHOLSON, Robert Leslie
Robert Leslie Nicholson, 49, of Blacksburg, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy, and a network engineer at Virginia Tech. He is survived by his parents, Leslie and Helen Nicholson; his wife, Karen Nicholson; stepson, Adam Manning; two sisters, Rebecca Brown and Elaine McBennett; two brothers, John Nicholson and James Nicholson; three nephews; two nieces; and his special companions, his dogs, Shiva and Ralph. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening and Friday evening at the Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg. Funeral services will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Olen Gardner officiating. Interment
will follow in Restvale cemetery, Floyd, Va. The Nicholson family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, 382-2612.
SEARCY, Squire L.
Squire L. Searcy, 72, of Indian Valley, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 15, 2006. Mr. Searcy was preceded in death by his parents, James Cleveland and Elizabeth Mae Searcy; brother, Chum Searcy; and brother-in-law, Floyd Hawkins. Mr. Searcy is survived by his wife, Rosemary Searcy, of the home; children and spouses Butch and Barbara Searcy of Tega Cay, S.C., Jane Searcy of Iron Station, N.C., Sherry and Jim Crofts of Simpsonville, S.C., Margaret and Mike Miller of Norcross, Ga., Karen and Erik Wagner of Charlotte, N.C., and Judi and Stephen Westerfield of Cary, N.C.; special adopted children and spouse, Bucky Oates of Lowesville, N.C. and Janet and Bill Robinson of Woodlawn; grandchildren Megan Crofts, Ryan Crofts, Danny Crofts, Steven Miller, James Miller, Benjamin Wagner and one on the way; special adopted grandchildren and spouse, Dawn and Stacy Warren and Brandon Bunn; sisters and brother-in-law, Betty Hawkins of Mt. Holly, N.C. and Jessie and Don Fortner of Spartanburg, S.C.; and many special friends. Funeral services will be Monday, May 22, 2006 at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Norman Goad and the Rev. Charles Smythers. Military Rites will be conducted by the Grover King Post 1115 of Hillsville and Masonic Rites will be conducted by the Long Creek Lodge # 205 AF & AM of Huntersville, N.C. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday night at the funeral home. The family requests no flowers; however donations may be made to Camp Dickenson 801 Camp Dickenson Lane, Fries, Va. 24330 or to Willis United Methodist Church Parsonage Fund, 5671 Floyd Highway South, Willis, Va. 24380 or to the charity of your choice. A guestbook is available online by visiting www.vaughanguynn andmcgrady.com. VaughanGuynn-McGrady Chapel in Hillsville is in charge of arrangements.
SPANGLER, Elizabeth Hribal
Elizabeth Hribal Spangler, 84, of Pearisburg, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital in Pearisburg. A lifelong musician, she was a graduate of Oberlin Conservatory of Music where she was a soprano soloist in the Oberlin Conservatory Choir. She was also a soloist in the Heights A Capella Choir in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and was a member of the Cleveland Philharmonic Chorus. After completing graduate work at Case Western Reserve University and the University of Virginia, she was professor of music at Hiwassee College, Emory and Henry College, and the American School in Cali, Colombia, South America. Most notably, she helped organize the music program in the Giles County Public School System, where she taught for 19 years. As a public and private instructor of voice, piano, organ, and numerous church choirs, she shared her love of music with young and old alike. Mrs. Spangler was a member of the Rainbow Girls? Eastern Star, Retired Teachers Association and the Woman's Club of Virginia, serving as district president and state chairman. She was also a member of the Pearisburg Presbyterian Church for 57 years, the Giles Country Club for 50 years, and helped organize the volunteers at Carilion Giles Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Spangler loved to read, play bridge and travel. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. W.F. Hribal and mother Josephine J. Hribal of Cleveland, Ohio. She is survived by her husband, Marion Lee Spangler of Pearisburg; sons and daughters-in-law, Gregory Lee Spangler and Katherine Booker of Roanoke, Dr. Pat Wayne Spangler and Marguerite White Spangler of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; two grandsons, Dr. Marion Lee Spangler II of Westchester, N.Y., and Nicholas White Spangler of Grand Forks, N.D.; one sister, Ruth Hribal Klasek of Strongsville, Ohio; and a sister in-law, Helen Spangler Rucker of Troutville. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Birchlawn Abbey in Pearisburg with the Rev. David Snyder officiating. The family will receive friends at Birchlawn Abbey from 10 a.m. until the service hour. The family requests that those sending memorial contributions, please consider the Pearisburg Presbyterian Church, 114 Easley Street, Pearisburg, Va. 24134, or the Pearisburg Public Library, 209 Fort Branch Road, Pearisburg, Va. 24134. The family is being served by Riffe's Funeral Service in Narrows.
TURNER, Geneva
Geneva Turner, 90, of Radford, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006. Arrangements by Penn's Funeral Home.
WILSON, Kathleen
Kathleen Wilson, 95, of Radford, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her home in Radford. She was a lifelong member of Central United Methodist Church and a retired teacher. She taught for 44 years, 30 for Radford City Schools. Survivors include three "daughters", Barbara Jennings of Purcellville, Va. Bridgette Crigler of Radford, and Paula Roberts of West Point, Va.; a sister, Woody Webb of Radford; many nieces and nephews; and her special caregivers, Billy Crigler, Nancy Puckett, Cheryl Stinson and Ruth Moore. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the Central United Methodist Church in Radford with the Rev. Charles Lockerby officiating. Interment
will follow in the West View cemetery in Radford. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Central United Methodist Church Building Fund, 803 Wadsworth St., Radford, Va. 24141. The Wilson family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, Radford.
BOULDING, Roger Lee
Roger Lee Boulding, 60, of Lynchburg, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 434-237-9424.
BROWN, Lorene Sandifer
Lorene Sandifer Brown, 82, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 434-237-9424.
COX, William Odell Sr.
William Odell Cox, Sr., 86, of Stuart, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday at Moody Funeral Services Chapel.
MARTIN, Louise Newman
Louise Newman Martin, 81, of Martinsville, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. Bassett Funeral Service in Bassett is in charge of the arrangements.
MARTIN, Ruby C.
Ruby C. Martin, 76, of Fieldale, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. Funeral service 2 p.m. Sunday at Collins Funeral Chapel, Bassett.
McROBERTS, Lillian Louise King
Lillian Louise King McRoberts, 88, of Ivanhoe, Va., passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006 at her residence. She was born August 4, 1917 in Ivanhoe, daughter of the late Walter "Andy" and Mamie Dunford King. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur W. McRoberts; mother-in-law, Maude Bowman; four brothers, John S. King, Carlos King, Garnett King; and an infant brother; a sister, Edna King; three grandchildren, Evan McRoberts, Christia McRoberts, Jeffrey Rutherford; greatgrandson, William Dale McRoberts. Mrs. McRoberts was a member of Forest United Methodist Church, Ivanhoe Ladies Aid, Ivanhoe Bridle Club and Ivanhoe Senior Citizens. She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Lenney R. and Marvin J. Arnold of Wytheville, Va., Jewell S. and Harold G. Rutherford of Knoxville, Tenn., Beverly Carleen and Roger N. King of Crockett, Va.; seven sons and daughters-in-law, Arthur Darrell and Brenda Akers McRoberts of Austinville, Va., Aubrey E. and Charlotte Blair McRoberts of Annapolis, Md., Maurice D. and Carol Jones McRoberts of Pleasant Gardens, N.C., Keith C. and Dr. Deborah McRoberts of Biscoe, N.C., Coy L. and Robin Jones McRoberts of Ivanhoe, Va., Loren M. And Debbie Akers McRoberts of Fries, Va., Marty R. And Charlene L. McRoberts of Nashville, Tenn.; numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law, Naomi K. And Claude Blair of Ivanhoe, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Lucille King of Liberty, N.C., Maggie King of Ivanhoe, Va. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Mike Waller and Mr. Jack King officiating. Interment
will follow in Odd Fellows cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Reese Funeral Home or at Mrs. McRoberts residence, 221 Sipe Lane, at any time. The family suggests memorial donations may be made to Forest UMC Building Fund, P.O. Box 172, Ivanhoe, Va. 24350. Reese Funeral Home, Austinville, Va. is in charge of arrangements.
MOORE, Dottie Nell
Dottie Nell Moore, 86, of Galax, Va., passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Funeral service, 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Crab Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Arrangements by Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.
ROYE, Lenna Williams
Lenna Williams Roye, 105, of Covington, died Tuesday, May, 16, 2006. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Pine Street Baptist Church in Covington. Arrangements by Arritt Funeral Home.
SHUMATE, Edna May
Edna May Shumate, 90, of Galax, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2006. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the Vaughan-Guynn Chapel.
BOWLES, Martin Ray
Martin Ray Bowles, 49, of 221 Birch Tree Road, Lake Wylie, S.C., died Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at home. He was born February 19, 1957 in Roanoke, Va., son of Arthur Stuart Bowles and Emma Lee Leffler Bowles. Mr. Bowles was the manager of J & K Cafeteria for 19 years. Survivors are wife, Carol Robbins Bowles, of the home; son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Carolyn Bowles, Lake Wylie, S.C.; daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany and Gene Carter, Rock Hill, S.C.; grandson, Ethan M. Bowles, Lake Wylie, S.C.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Gene and Callie Bowles, Roanoke, Va. and Ronald and Diane Bowles, Roanoke, Va.; and a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2006 at Lake Wylie Christian Assembly, conducted by the Rev. John Heath. The family will receive friends after the service. Memorials may be made to Hospice at Charlotte, 1420 East Seventh St., Charlotte, N.C. 28204. M.L. Ford & Sons Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Bowles.
JONES, John Richard
John Richard Jones, 31, of Elkview, W.Va., died suddenly from a barge-boat incident on May 10, 2006. He was a loving father, a soulmate to Michelle Owens, a musician, an avid outdoorsman, a member of the MooSookwan and Moose, and a true friend to many. Survivors include his loving partner and soulmate, Michelle; his father, Roy J. Jones, of Roanoke, Va.; his mother, Debbie Pate, of Ohio; his sons, Jonathon Jones, Austin Jones, Levi Jones, Breaden Jones, and an unborn son, all of West Virginia; his brothers, Rob Jones and Fred Pate, both of West Virginia, and Jeremiah Jones and Joshua Jones, of Roanoke, Va.; his grandparents, Bob Jones and Ward Odell of West Virginia; and many friends and relatives too numerous to mention in West Virginia and Roanoke, Va. A private service is being planned by the family.
WEIDENBACHER, Richard L.
Richard L. Weidenbacher, Jr., M.D., 76, of Elizabeth, N.J. passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2006. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 at Evergreen Burial Park. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel.
WORD, Marjorie T.
Marjorie T. Word, who passed away March 27, 2006 in Tampa, Florida will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at St. Thomas Episcopal Church Christiansburg. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Phyllis Spiegle and Father F.C. Tatem. Interment
to follow in the church gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New River Valley Hospice or St. Thomas Episcopal Church flower garden.
