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     William Sowder was buried at Giles W. Huff Cemetery (also known as Sowder-King Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,3 He All the data on the Sowder births and marriages comes from the Bible of Jacob Snauffer, which Jacob inherited from his father. When Katherine Snuffer married Anthony Sowder, the Bible passed into the Sowder family. According to tradition, William Sowder bought it at an auction of his father Anthony's estate, William's son, Jacob Rush Sowder, acquired it after William's death. Jacob Rush left it to his daughter, Annie Sowder of Christiansburg, and at her death a few years ago, she left it to her nephew, the Rev. Eugene Sowder of Christiansburg, who still has it. It is in German. He was born on September 28, 1825 at Copper Hill, Montgomery (now Floyd) Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Mary Ann Thrash, daughter of Valentine Thrash and Harriet Gray, on August 29, 1849 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,4 William Sowder died on March 20, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 73.³

     Nannie Byer Poff was buried at Church Hill Cemetery, Palmer & Crandall Streets, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ She was born on February 16, 1906 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 She married Ira Shelton Conner, son of Lemuel Dillen Conner and Arlene Susan Viola "Susie" Thomas, on November 18, 1926 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of November 18, 1926,her married name was Conner. Nannie Byer Poff died on March 11, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 31.²

     George Charles Worrell SHAWSVILLE - The Rev. George C. Worrell, 81, died in a Roanoke hospital Thursday morning. Surviving are his nine daughters, Mrs. Clarence Dickerson, Mrs. Beverly Sisson, Mrs. William Conner, all of Shawsville, Mrs. Russell Keaton, Pikestown, W.Va., Mrs. Nelson Hill, Salem, Mrs. Bessie Hanover, Mrs. V. L. Kelly, both of Bluefield, W.Va., Mrs. Herman Hale, Chrisitiansburg, Mrs. W. H. McPeak, Pilot; a son, Jessie Worrell, Elliston; a brother, William H. Worrell, Mount Hope, W.Va. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Piedmont Pentecostal Holiness Church, with burial in the Piedmont Cemetery.¹ He was buried at Piedmont Cemetery, Rt. 11 to Shawsville, turn at nursing home, Rt. 637, about 8 miles on the left, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,1 He married Eura Minerva "Eurie" Spangler.^4,3 George Charles Worrell was born on April 19, 1881.^4,2 He died in 1965 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,1

     Eura Minerva "Eurie" Spangler married George Charles Worrell.^1,2 Eura Minerva "Eurie" Spangler was buried at Piedmont Cemetery, Rt. 11 to Shawsville, turn at nursing home, Rt. 637, about 8 miles on the left, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ Her married name was Worrell. She was born in 1886.¹ She died in 1960.¹

     His Social Security Number was 233-22-7657.¹² Phillip Frank Roop was buried at Belmont Community Cemetery, Belmont, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6 He married Pearl Gay Hall, daughter of Leonard Hamilton Hall and Jessie Bell "Josie" Price.³ Phillip Frank Roop was born on September 5, 1921 at Glen Rogers, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^12,8,5,6,7 He married Audrey Easter/Ester Mills on March 2, 1949 at Oceana, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.⁸ Phillip Frank Roop and Audrey Easter/Ester Mills were divorced on September 10, 1973 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁷ Phillip Frank Roop died on June 25, 2005 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^2,12,4,6 He Phillip Frank Roop, 83, of Salem, died Saturday, June 25, 2005 at Lewis Gale Medical Center. Born in West Virginia he is survived by his loving companion, Maude Moore of Salem; his children, Diane Helvey and her husband, Ricky, of Shawsville, Cecil Roop of Christiansburg, and Billy Roop; sister and brother-in-law, Eileen and Roy Mitchem, of West Virginia; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, stepchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren. Several nieces, nephews, and special friends also survive him. Mr. Roop will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Friends may call anytime after 12 noon Sunday, June 26, 2005 at The Horne Funeral Home, Christiansburg where the family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 27, 2005 in The Horne Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Wallace Yopp and the Rev. Gary Butcher officiating. Interment will follow in Belmont Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 1184, Pulaski. Online condolences may be sent by visiting hornefuneral service.com. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg. on June 26, 2005.²

     Idleane Maggie Roop was buried at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,6 Her Social Security Number was 233-44-7548.⁷ She Idleane Maggie Mitchem of Crab Orchard (formerly of Hinton, W.Va.), passed away Sunday, June 23, 2013, at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, following a short illness. She was very proud to have reached the age of 90 years young. She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Roy Dennis Mitchem Sr; a sister, Mary Virginia "June" Presnell, and two brothers, Phillip "Phil" Frank and George William "Billy" Roop. Roy and Idleane were married on April 6, 1941. Three children were born into this marriage: Roy Dennis Mitchem Jr. and his wife, Jenny of Hinton, Christine Marie "Chris" Sarver and her husband, Noah Lee of Crab Orchard and Joseph Ray "Joe" Mitchem Sr. and his wife Sue of New Windsor, Md. She was richly blessed by 11 grandchildren to whom she was a loving Grandmother: Matthew Wright, Vicki Mitchem, Jackie Richmond, Deborah Wilson, Andrew Wright, Robyn Robertson, Dennis Mitchem, Joey Mitchem, Katie Mitchem, Gary Sarver and Judy Richards. She had 13 great grandchildren. Idleane is also survived by brother-in-law, Troy Mitchem and his wife Jean, sisters-in-law, Mildred Ann Malcolm and Sue Warden as well as several nieces and nephews, whom affectionately called her "Aunt Idleane." Idleane and Roy enjoyed traveling. They often took long trips to visit family and friends. She enjoyed her needlework and was actively working on several projects. She enjoyed having a house full of people to laugh and visit with while providing everyone with food that warmed the soul. Idleane was a pillar of strength for her family. She not only raised her own children but also her younger siblings. Many would call her house home over the years, as their door was always open to those who needed it. Independent, stubborn, feisty, strong, creative, generous, caring, honest, faithful, mother, grandmother, friend and most of all LOVED… these are all words that describe Idleane. All who knew her loved her and she will be missed by all. Idleane was a member of the Freedom Baptist Church at Powley's Creek. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 27, at 3 p.m. at the Melton Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Pete Cook officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Tabor Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the service time. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The Mitchem family would like to thank the staff of Raleigh General Hospital and the Bower's Hospice House for Idleane's wonderful care and the compassionate words to the family during this difficult time.² She was born on March 1, 1923 at Coal City, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^7,6,8 As of April 6, 1941,her married name was Mitchem.² She married Roy Dennis Mitchem Sr. on April 6, 1941 at Glen Daniel, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,9,1,2,10,8 Idleane Maggie Roop died on June 23, 2013 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 90.^7,2,6

     Mary Virginia "June" Roop was buried at Davis Cemetery, Mount Tabor, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁸ She was born on June 11, 1926 at Kingston, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,8 She married Albert Haze Presnell on March 2, 1947 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^1,2,6 As of March 2, 1947,her married name was Presnell.² Mary Virginia "June" Roop died on July 10, 1966 at Eccles, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 40; Died from alcoholic convulsions.^9,8

     Helen Alpine Skinner was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Lampasas, Lampasas Co., Texas.^5,1 She was born on May 27, 1873 at Liberty Co., Texas; Her birth date is May 1872 in the 1900 Census.^1,6 As of July 1, 1891,her married name was White.² She married Jerry Francis White on July 1, 1891 at Lampasas Co., Texas.² Helen Alpine Skinner died on December 18, 1943 at Lampasas, Lampasas Co., Texas, at age 70.¹

     John Franklin Skinner was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Lampasas, Lampasas Co., Texas.^5,4 He was born on October 22, 1876 at Liberty Co., Texas; His death certificate has a birth date of Oct 27, 1877.^1,6,4 He died on May 5, 1919 at Lampasas, Lampasas Co., Texas, at age 42.⁴

     Christie O'Brien Skinner was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Lampasas, Lampasas Co., Texas.² She was born on August 14, 1879 at Liberty, Liberty Co., Texas.^1,2 She died on October 25, 1898 at Lampasas Co., Texas, at age 19.^1,2 She Like the snuffing of a candle did Christie O'Brien Skinner's spirit leave its tenement of clay on Tuesday evening, October 25, 1898, at 6 o'clock. Brief mention was made in last week's Leader of the probable fatal injuries inflicted by his horse falling on him at his father's ranch seven miles west of town, and the worst fear has been realized. This accident occurred about 10 o'clock on the morning of the 20th, and he never for a moment regained consciousness. He lay as if asleep for over five days. He was brought in from the ranch Friday, and every attention that love could dictate and medical skill suggest proved futile. Christie was the second son of Capt. J. F. and Mrs. Nannie Hardin Skinner. He was born in Liberty, Texas, August 14, 1879, and had resided here with his parents for nearly fifteen years. The family is bowed down with grief over the sudden and tragic death of their loved one. The funeral took place yesterday morning at 10 o'clock, and was one of the most imposing ever seen in Lampasas, many friends paying the last tribute to a vigorous and popular young man ruthlessly cut down almost on the threshold of life. Rev. James A. Duncan, Episcopal minister from Taylor, conducted the funeral services at the city cemetery, using the beautiful burial ritual of the church. Besides the immediate family of father, mother, two sister and two brothers, there is a large family connection throughout the state, the Hardins, on his mother's side, being pioneers in Texas, Hardin County being named in their honor. Capt. J. D. Skinner, the well known Galveston capitalist, is an uncle. Several relatives were present in response to telegraphic notification. on October 28, 1898.¹

     Oskar Aszer "Oscar" Schaeffer was buried at The Jewish cemetery in Bielsko-Biala, 92 Cieszynska Street, Bielsko-Biala, Poland.³ He married Marie Winternitz.⁴ Oskar Aszer "Oscar" Schaeffer was born in 1843 at Bielitz, Austria (now Bielsko-Biala Poland).⁵ He died in 1906 at Bielitz, Austria (now Bielsko-Biala Poland).^5,3

     His Social Security Number was 227-64-5277.⁷ Dwight Curtis "Chuck" Collins was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² He married Cornelia Guill. Dwight Curtis "Chuck" Collins was born on September 21, 1952.⁷ He and Cornelia Guill were divorced circa 1981.⁶ Dwight Curtis "Chuck" Collins died on December 13, 2002 at Virginia at age 50.^2,7 He COLLINS, Dwight Curtis, (Chuck), 50, of New Bern, N.C., formerly of Roanoke, died Friday, December 13, 2002. Graveside services Monday at 3 p.m. at Sherwood Memorial Park. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke. on December 15, 2002.²

     Rachel Schaeffer was born circa 1851.¹

     George E. Tucker was born circa 1882 at Illinois.² He married Laura Cunningham, daughter of David Marian Cunningham and Celestia Ann Smith, circa 1906.²

     His Social Security Number was 329-01-8822.⁶ Charles Virgil Claxton was buried at Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, 6200 SW 77th Avenue, Miami, Dade Co., Florida.^4,5 He was born on January 15, 1908 at Louisiana.^1,3,4,6 He married Gladys L. Cunningham, daughter of David Marian Cunningham and Celestia Ann Smith, on October 24, 1925 at Indiana.^7,2 Charles Virgil Claxton died on July 29, 1977 at Miami, Dade Co., Florida, at age 69.^3,5 He CLAXTON, Charles Virgil, 69 of Miami, passed away July 29th. He had been an area resident for 2 years, coming from Virginia Bch., Va. Retired Civil Service worker for the Dept. of the Army. He is survived by 1 son, Charles J. of Virginia Bch., 2 daughters, Diane B. Claxton, Norfolk, Va. and Mrs. Charla A. Barrus, Mia. Masonic Services will be held at the graveside in Miami Mem. Park at 11 A.M. Mon. on July 30, 1977.⁵

     Merle Dean Stockard CHAMPAIGN - Funeral services for M. Dean Stockard, 92, of Champaign will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Owens Funeral Home, 101 N. Elm St., C. The Rev. Mary Brady will officiate. Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens, Champaign. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Mr. Stockard died at 8:20 pm. Sunday (March 21, 2004) at Provena Covenant Medical Center, Urbana.³ He was buried at Grandview Memorial Gardens, 4112 W. Bloomington Road, Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.^3,7,5 His Social Security Number was 329-07-8279.⁸ He was born on October 24, 1911 at Stubend, Warren Co., Indiana.^8,7,4,5 He married Maxine McDowell on December 30, 1934 at Lebanon, St. Clair Co., Illinois.⁹ Merle Dean Stockard died on March 21, 2004 at Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois, at age 92.^8,3,7,5,9

     Betty Lou Stockard was buried at Hopewell Cemetery, Rileysburg, Vermilion Co., Indiana.⁵ She was born in 1918 at Indiana.^2,5 As of November 7, 1942,her married name was Wolter.⁶ She married William J. 'Bill' Wolter on November 7, 1942.⁶ Betty Lou Stockard died on May 27, 1951.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 334-16-5035.⁶ Dale Gray Stockard was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 3901 North Vermilion Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.⁵ He married Alyce Adeline Barkley.^3,5 Dale Gray Stockard was born on June 10, 1910 at Marshfield, Warren Co., Indiana.^6,3 He died on March 7, 1981 at Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 70.^6,5

     Alyce Adeline Barkley married Dale Gray Stockard, son of James Lewis Stockard and Pearl S. Smith.^2,1 Alyce Adeline Barkley left a will; 329-09-4390.³ She was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 3901 North Vermilion Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.¹ Her married name was Stockard. She was born on January 18, 1913 at McKnabb, Putnam Co., Illinois.^3,2,1 She died on March 9, 1992 at Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 79.^3,1

     Her Social Security Number was 336-32-9042.⁶ Bernice Esther Smith was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.⁷ She was born on May 8, 1913 at Illinois.^1,3,6,7 She married Earl H. Cox on March 16, 1935.³ As of March 16, 1935,her married name was Cox. Bernice Esther Smith died on May 27, 2002 at age 89.^6,7

     His Social Security Number was 725-07-0529.² Earl H. Cox was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.⁴ He was born on December 30, 1912 at Illinois.^1,2,4 He married Bernice Esther Smith, daughter of Clarence H. Smith and Alice Emma Kaneen, on March 16, 1935.¹ Earl H. Cox died on February 19, 2002 at age 89.^2,4

     Walter Curtis Manning was buried at Thrash Family Cemetery, on John Thrash land grant property, Thrash’s Mountain, Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,10 He was born on October 2, 1892 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia; On his WWI Draft Registration card he listed his birth date as Oct 2, 1893.^9,4,10,5 He married Eva Lumis "Lummie" DeWeese, daughter of Noah Preston DeWeese and Ioma Ann Woodward, on December 30, 1914 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,8 Walter Curtis Manning died on May 8, 1927 at Virginia at age 34; The gravestone has a death date of May 10, 1927.^9,10,5

     Harry M. Cox Jr. was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 3901 North Vermilion Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² He was born on November 28, 1924 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^5,2 He married Noela Mae Bivenour in September, 1947 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² Harry M. Cox Jr. married Geraldine Hurtig on April 11, 1969 at Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois.² Harry M. Cox Jr. died on February 1, 2012 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 87.^2,5 He DANVILLE — Harry Cox, 87, of Danville, passed away at 6:57 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, at his home. Harry was born Nov. 28, 1924, in Danville, the son of Harry and Edna (Smith) Cox Sr. He married Noela Mae Bivenour in September of 1947 at St. James United Methodist Church in Danville. He later married Geraldine Hurtig Lambright on April 11, 1969, at the Methodist Chapel at University of Illinois in Urbana. She survives. He is survived by two sons, Terry (Jan) Cox of Atlanta, Ga., and Gary (Jeanne) Cox of San Diego, Calif; daughter, Darla Ewing of Danville; one stepson, John Lambright of Albuquerque, N.M; one brother, John (Wanda) Cox of Burnet, Texas; 10 grandchildren, Megan Henry, Mackenzie Coan, Addison Cox, Anne Hunter Cox, Terra Ewing, Tyler Ewing, Tanner Ewing, John Lambright III, Carl Lambright and Steven Lambright; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Zola Fagan; and one stepson, Joseph Wesley Lambright. Harry attended Danville High School up until his junior year. Then he was drafted and served in the Army Air Corps as a warrant officer during World War II. After serving in the military, he attended Ohio University, where he majored in photography and was a member of Sigma Chi. Harry set several track records during his time at Danville High School and Ohio University. His records at Danville High School in the 220 still stand today. Harry left Ohio University in 1947 to go work for the family business, Cox Auto Supply, in Danville, after his father became sick. He worked as an automotive parts distributor for several years until he retired in 1985. He was a very loyal member of St. James United Methodist Church for many years. Harry loved photography and won several prizes for his photography. He also would video various events for people. He also enjoyed playing golf, watching movies, painting and reading. Harry was very artistic and loved trying to create new things. He was a very loving, caring and humble man. A celebration of the life of Harry Cox will begin at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, A Life Celebration Home, with Pastor Randy Robinson officiating. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. He will be cremated following the service and laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to St. James United Methodist Church. on February 3, 2012.²

     John David Cox married Wanda Unknown.⁴ John David Cox was born on November 3, 1917 at Illinois.^2,5

     Her Social Security Number was 329-09-9394.⁵ Her married name was Fagan.⁴ Her married name was Hofman.⁵ Zola B. Cox married Unknown Hofman.⁵ Zola B. Cox married Clarence M. Fagan.^4,6 Zola B. Cox was born on June 27, 1913 at Illinois.^2,5,6 She died on March 17, 1996 at age 82.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 350-03-4553.⁶ Ernest Lancelot Cunningham was buried at Beemont United Methodist Cemetery, Owensville, Gasconade Co., Missouri.⁷ He married Maxine Suver.¹ Ernest Lancelot Cunningham married Unknown Carter.¹ Ernest Lancelot Cunningham was born on January 2, 1916 at Bismarck, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^6,2,3 He died on June 25, 1997 at Missouri at age 81.⁶

     Wilma Louise Smith was born on June 30, 1920 at Illinois.^3,9 As of June 30, 1946,her married name was Overpeck.² She married Robert Lee "Bob" Overpeck on June 30, 1946 at West Lebanon, Warren Co., Indiana.^1,4,5,7,2