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     His Social Security Number was 228-80-9377.⁶ Mark Allen Smith Sr. was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on December 3, 1955 at Mexico, Audrain Co., Missouri.^6,1,2,4,5 He married Lorrie Ann Fink, daughter of Garnett Luther Fink and Anna Louise Conner, on November 29, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Mark Allen Smith Sr. died on October 11, 1999 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 43.^6,2,3 He SMITH, Mark Allen, December 3, 1955- October 11, 1999. Upon reading this, Mark will be in the presence of his loving Lord Jesus, where his joy is now complete, for in his presence is fullness of joy. Rejoicing in this reunion with his Savior are loving wife, Lorrie, who awaits the day she will meet them in that gorgeous city. Also, joining in this rejoicing are Mark's daughter, Bobbie Jo and three sons, Kenny, Jim and Mark Allen. Mark was preceded in death by his father, Marion Russell Smith. Also surviving are his precious mother, Judy Carlene Smith; six brothers and their wives, Richie, Roger (Bonnie), Randy (Shirley), David (Susan), Jon (Etta), Carl and Mark's little sister, Sandi and her husband, Tom. Mark was surrounded by family and friends who dearly loved him. Mark would like for you to know that his only hope is Jesus. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on October 13, 1999.²

     Martha Jane Moran was buried at Moran-Agee Cemetery, about mile post 150, Blue Ridge Parkway, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3 She was born on June 4, 1861 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The Moran Cemetery listing has a birth date of Jan 4, 1861.^2,3 She married James Wilson Hill, son of James Robert "Bob" Hill and Delilah/Delila A. Moran, on April 3, 1879 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ As of April 3, 1879,her married name was Hill. Martha Jane Moran died on February 14, 1892 at age 30.^2,3

     Charles Winston "Charlie" Gathercole was buried at Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 409 Ridgeview Road NW, off Rt. 8 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5,6 His Social Security Number was 224-34-4889.⁹ He was born on May 6, 1894 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWII Draft Registration card has a birth date of May 6, 1893, his death certificate has May 6, 1892, Charles' tombstone has a birth date of May 6, 1894, and the SSDI has May 12, 1894.^9,3,4,5 He married Lila Ethel Conner, daughter of Walter Elmore Conner and Nancy Elizabeth "Nannie" Hill, circa 1921.^1,2,5 Charles Winston "Charlie" Gathercole died on June 22, 1979 at Walkerton, King and Queen Co., Virginia, at age 85.^1,5 He Died Friday, June 22, 1979, Charles Winston Gathercole, age 87, of Walkerton, Va. He is survived by three sons, Joseph E. of Walkerton, James Earl of Salem, Va., and Charles, Jr., of Christiansburg; two daughters, Nova Davis and Annie Mae Jones of Richmond; 21 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Interment at Beaver's Creek Church Cemetery. on June 23, 1979.⁶

     Elvin Walter Conner Jr. Elvin W. “E.W.” Conner, Jr., 67, of Vinton, celebrated his first day in Heaven on Sunday, August 18, 2019. He was born in Roanoke, September 10, 1951, son of the late Elvin, and Reda Alderman Conner (Sr.) E.W. was a maintenance specialist. He was one of those guys who could fix anything in an apartment complex. He could fix most other things also. He loved fishing; planting a big garden and sharing what it produced. He had a marvelous sense of humor. He especially loved his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Susan Epperly Conner; his daughters, Angie Conner Cooper (Scott) and Krista Nicole Conner; his brother, Randy Conner (Diane); two sisters Brenda Conner Tuten (Don), and Jeanette Conner Blair (Willis). He was a doting and loving grandfather to his four grandchildren, Tyler Nance, Amber Nance, Afton Cooper, Katherine Cooper. Also surviving him are his nephews, Randy Conner II, Jeremy Blair and Murphy Greer; his nieces Karen Tuten Sartin and Sharon Carranza. His special Dog Blanca and cat, Pink, and numerous other family members and friends.⁵ He was born on September 10, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,5 He married Vickie Marie East on July 5, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ Elvin Walter Conner Jr. and Vickie Marie East were divorced on October 6, 1977 at Eden, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.⁶ Elvin Walter Conner Jr. married Susan Elaine Epperly on June 3, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,7 Elvin Walter Conner Jr. died on August 18, 2019 at Virginia at age 67.⁵

     Donald Hoyt Tuten Donald Hoyt Tuten, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on July 21, 1947, in Gadsden, Alabama, Donald was the cherished son of the late Willis and Bessie Tuten. Donald proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam era. After his service, Donald dedicated 33 years to ITT as an electrical engineering technician, where he was known for his commitment and expertise. He had a passion for reading, particularly enjoying Science Fiction, and could often be found with a book in hand. Donald also found great joy in riding his motorcycle along the open road, sharing many memorable adventures with his family and friends. He leaves behind his beloved Wife of 57 years, Brenda Tuten; Daughter, Karen Sartin (Robert); Grandchildren, Aleigha Barnes (Josh), Brandon Sartin, and Sydney Jones; Great-Grandchildren, Noah Barnes, Mia Barnes, and soon to come, Sylar Barnes; and Brothers, Terry Tuten (Beth), and Harold Tuten. Donald is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his legacy will live on through the memories he created with those he loved.³ He was born on July 21, 1947 at Gadsden, Etowah Co., Alabama.^2,3 He married Brenda Elizabeth Conner, daughter of Elvin Walter Conner Sr. and Reda Elizabeth "Granny" Alderman, on February 15, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,2,5 Donald Hoyt Tuten died on May 4, 2026 at Virginia at age 78.³

     Her Social Security Number was 223-41-9901.⁷ Crystal Dawn Conner was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^3,8 She was born on May 18, 1981 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4,7,8 As of June 3, 2006,her married name was Clinebell.⁵ She married Blair Lee "Buzzy" Clinebell Jr. on June 3, 2006 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 Crystal Dawn Conner died on January 31, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 29.^3,7,8,9 She Crystal Dawn Conner Clinebell, 29, of Roanoke, Va., flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels on Monday morning, January 31, 2011, after a long battle with a brain tumor. She was born on May 18, 1981, in Roanoke, daughter of Johnny "Bodie" Conner, of Roanoke, and Donna C. Conner, of Vinton. She was the beloved wife of Blair "Buzzy" L. Clinebell Jr. and mother to Celeste L. Clinebell and Cameron C. Clinebell. She is also survived by her brother, Clay Conner and his wife, Amanda, of Goodview; grandmother, Delores Conner, of Roanoke; parents-in-law, Blair L. Clinebell Sr. and Donna Clinebell, of Vinton; grandparents-in-law, Harold D. Clinebell and Phyllis "Pat" Pugh; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends; her "second family" of Advance Auto Parts; and her special pet, Princess. Crystal loved her job at the Advance Auto Parts Store at 13th and Jamison. She also loved horseback riding, NASCAR races, playing video games with her kids, music and dancing. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on February 2, 2011.³

     Elbert James Wilson Radford Sr. was buried at Highland Memory Gardens, 5555 Lee Highway, Dublin, Pulaski Co., Virginia.³ He was born on March 31, 1933 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 He married Betty Lee Farmer on April 27, 1953 at Galax, Virginia.^3,5 Elbert James Wilson Radford Sr. died on September 11, 2018 at Virginia at age 85.³ He Master Sergeant James W. Radford, Sr. USAF (retired), of Christiansburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at the age of 85. James was born in Roanoke, Va. on March 31, 1933. He was the only child of Samuel and Annabell Radford. The family moved to Pulaski, Va. in 1942. James graduated from Pulaski High School in May 1950, joining the Marines that same month. Leaving the Marines in 1952 he then worked at the Radford Arsenal and married Betty Lee Farmer in 1953. Missing the military life, James joined the Air Force in 1956 moving to Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, FLa. James moved his family to several duties stations, including Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines. His final duty station was Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, retiring from the Air Force on November 1, 1974. James had an opportunity to join his uncle, Albert Conner, in a mobile home park venture that same year. He, along with his wife Betty, managed their rental properties until retiring from that business in May, 2002. James loved his military career, golf tournaments with his wife, watching all sports on television, military reunions and motorcycle trips with his son. MSGT Radford is survived by his wife Betty; son, James W. Jr. of Radford; daughters, Donna Lee Radford of Crofton, Md. and Connie Harless of Christiansburg; grandchildren, James W. Radford III and wife Aysha of Cary, Nc., Lisa Lynn Vaught and husband Chad of Christiansburg, Michelle Radford of Crofton, Md., Jason Bradley Harless and partner Christine of Lusby, Md., Melissa Bennett and husband Trevor of Christiansburg. He is also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Graveside with military honors will follow in Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Dublin. on September 16, 2018.³

     Her Social Security Number was 231-42-4318.¹¹ Joyce Ann Bolling was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^9,6 She was born on March 19, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^11,4,9,7,8 As of January 31, 1953,her married name was Huddleston.⁴ She married Bobby Wayne Huddleston on January 31, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Joyce Ann Bolling and Bobby Wayne Huddleston were divorced on July 2, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹² As of November 3, 1959,her married name was Roden.⁴ Joyce Ann Bolling married Ervin Edward Roden on November 3, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,6 Joyce Ann Bolling died on January 8, 1981 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 44.^11,9,6 She Mrs. Joyce Bolling Roden, age 44, of 111 Virginia Avenue, Vinton, died Thursday morning in a local hospital. She was a retired employee of The Vinton Weaving Company. Surviving are her husband, Ervin E. (Eddie) Roden; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac E. Bolling, Roanoke; two sons, Edward Wayne Roden, Roanoke, Walter E. Roden, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Herbert L. Bobbitt, Roanoke, Mrs. Sherry Simpson, at home; three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Geneva Fleenor, Roanoke; one nephew, Harry C. King, Jr., Goodview; one niece, Mrs. Michael Dunn, Roanoke. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. on January 9, 1981.⁶

     Geneva Elizabeth Bolling was born on July 7, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5,6 As of February 25, 1949,her married name was King.⁶ She married Harry Curtis King Sr. on February 25, 1949 at Chester, Chester Co., South Carolina.^2,6 Geneva Elizabeth Bolling and Harry Curtis King Sr. were divorced on December 4, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ As of December 4, 1971,her married name was Fleenor.⁶ Geneva Elizabeth Bolling married Charles Mack Fleenor on December 4, 1971 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.^1,6 Geneva Elizabeth Bolling and Charles Mack Fleenor were divorced on February 3, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ Geneva Elizabeth Bolling died on May 24, 2016 at Virginia at age 83.⁴ She Geneva Elizabeth Bolling King Fleenor, 83, went to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Issac and Audrey Conner Bolling; sister, Joyce Huddleston Roden; niece, Sherry Roden Ferguson; and special friend, Paul Jarvis. Geneva was born in Roanoke and was a lifetime member of the First Church of the Nazarene where she sang in the choir, and worked with children and women's ministries. She was an artist who loved to give her art away to family and friends. A highlight of her life was traveling with Linkous Tours to the Southern Gospel Conventions. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, and she will be missed dearly. She is survived by her son, Harry C. King Jr (Sonny); and daughter, Glenna King Dunn (Mike); grandchildren, Catina Wright (Jammie), Chad Dunn (Colby), Sonya Mullins, Suni Nicole Hefflen (Cameron), Apryl Dunn Butler, Jessica Tolley (Brian); 14 great grandchildren; niece, Debbie Bobbitt; and nephews, Eddie and Walter Roden; best friend, Ruby Huffman; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Good Samaritan Hospice and especially Sharon, Cary, and Kathy for their assistance in her care. on May 26, 2016.⁴