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     Mary Elizabeth "Della" Hodges was born on December 25, 1924 at Crystal, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,2 As of August 5, 1944,her married name was Akers.² She married Walter Jack Akers on August 5, 1944 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3 Mary Elizabeth "Della" Hodges died on February 27, 2010 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 85.⁹ She Mary Elizabeth (Della) Akers, 83, of Princeton, died Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 at her home. Bailey-Kirk Funeral Home in Princeton was in charge of arrangements. on March 5, 2010.⁹

     His Social Security Number was 232-42-8891.¹⁰ James William David Hodges was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 5001 Crackerville Road, Gregson, Silver Bow Co., Montana.^2,3 He was born on January 7, 1929 at Thornhill, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,10,4,5 He married Dorothy Thompson on August 30, 1949 at Lashmeet, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,11,12 James William David Hodges died on June 4, 1998 at Butte, Silver Bow Co., Montana, at age 69.²

     Paul Benjamin Hodges was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 233-48-8090.⁸ He married Clara Mae Thompson.⁹ Paul Benjamin Hodges was born on December 10, 1930 at Crystal, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,8 He married Dorothy Marie Kennedy on August 16, 1952 at Lebanon, Russell Co., Virginia.^2,3 Paul Benjamin Hodges died on April 12, 2008 at Saulsville, Wyoming Co., West Virginia, at age 77.^2,8 He SAULSVILLE — Paul Benjamin Hodges, 77, of Saulsville, formerly of Princeton, went home to be with his Lord, on April 12, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his family. Born Dec. 10, 1930, at Crystal, he was the son of the late Benny Fax and Gracie Stump Hodges. Paul was a Foreman in the coal mines and was a member of the U.M.W.A., where he served as president of his local union. He attended the Pierpoint Freewill Baptist Church in Pierpoint. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Marie Kennedy Hodges, on June 13, 2005; son, Benjamin Ray Hodges; daughter, Versie Hall; and granddaughters, Tina Spicer and Donna Hodges. Survivors include children, Kenneth Lee Hodges and wife Jill of Pineville, Benny Joe Hodges of Mullens, Debbie Jean Vance and husband Ernest of Pineville, Shirley Marie Acord of Corinne, and Kathy Pauline Acord and husband Charles Butch Jr. of Crab Orchard; 20 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; sister, Della Akers of Princeton; brothers, Joseph Isaiah Hodges and wife Minnie of Princeton and Ballard Hodges of Kegley; special daughters, Ashley Dunn and Carol Edwards; and many other extended family and friends. On Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at 1 p.m., we will celebrate the life of Paul Hodges from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton, with Pastor Charles Butch Acord Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens on the Courthouse Road in Princeton. The family will receive friends today from 6 until 9 p.m. at the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton. Family and friends may share online condolence via www.memorialfd.com. Paul’s grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The Hodges Family is being served by the Memorial Funeral Directory & Cremation Center on the Athens Road in Princeton. on April 14, 2008.²

     Joseph Isaiah Hodges was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² He was born on December 25, 1924 at Crystal, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^9,10,2,3,4 He married Minnie Margaret Belcher on March 16, 1946 at Matoaka, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^9,2,4,11 Joseph Isaiah Hodges died on February 17, 2014 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 89.^2,10 He PRINCETON - Joseph Isaiah Hodges, 89, of Hale Avenue, Princeton, went home to be with the Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 17, 2014. Joe was a "Christmas Gift," born December 25, 1924 to the late, Bennie F. and Gracie Stump Hodges. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Jake, Bonnie, Bennie, Ballard, David, Paul, Laula, Virginia and Della all who were waiting for him at the gate to welcome him home. But first in line was the love of his life, his wife of sixty-five years, Minnie Margaret who went before him on 2011. Joe served his county in WWII, while serving under General George Patton in North Africa, Italy, France and Germany. He was awarded 3 Bronze Stars, The American Victory Medal and the European Army Medal. When he returned home to Kegley, W.Va. he met and married the girl of his dreams, Minnie Belcher. They laughed together many times, recalling that he thought she was older than fifteen years and she thought he was sick when he proposed and didn't want to upset him, so she accepted, but their love and devotion was strong and sure. They modeled a loving relationship to all who knew them, showing honor and respect to each other always. Together, they built a home that honored Christ and blessed their family and friends. They gave life to four children, Barbara and husband, Larry King of Sandlick, Brenda and her husband, Kenneth Johnston of Princeton, with whom they lived the last years of their lives and Joseph E. Hodges and wife, Betsy of Princeton; their infant son, Eldon preceded them to heaven. "Papaw" was a strong model of Christian living to his nine grandchildren, Kristie & Chip Musick, Tracie & Anthony Parker, Kellie & Rocky Pennington, Immanuel & Buffy King, Kimberly & Jonathan Hendricks, Lisa & Randall Black, Brittany Hodges, Nancy Hodges & David Hodges. He was adored by his 19 great-grandchildren & seven great-great-grandchildren. Joe was a loving, gentle man who made a vow to God while overseas, that he would support orphans any way he could when he got home. Till his last day, he sent funds to numerous orphanages and needy programs the world over, never forgetting his promise. He woke his family in the morning with praise, and his last act each night was to kneel at his bedside and pray. His Bible was worn and tattered, but his faith was strong. He was a man of honor, a man who worked and served and loved his fellow man, a peace-maker. Never once in all his life, did his children ever hear him speak a negative word about anyone. He looked for the good in others. He witnessed to neighbors, often leaving scriptures and Bibles in their mail boxes. His greatest wish was to please the Lord and lead others to Christ. For all who knew him, there is no doubt, there is a great reunion going on in heaven today, because his family circle is complete and Joe and Minnie are together again with the Lord. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Joseph Isaiah Hodges will be conducted Thursday, February 20, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Randall Black officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 5:00 p.m. until service hour. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Military graveside rites will be Friday, February 21, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens by the Mercer County Honor Guard. on February 18, 2014.²

     Lizzie Rena Doss was born on November 14, 1900 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 She married William Arthur Stump, son of Peter Sigmon Stump and LaEula Ann Lavina "Lula" Conner, on August 10, 1915 at McAlpin, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3 As of August 10, 1915,her married name was Stump.² Lizzie Rena Doss died in 1970.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 150-09-0355.⁷ William Shelby Stump was buried at Mount Plain Cemetery, 1345 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, Albemarle Co., Virginia.^8,9,4 He married Mary Virginia Lilly.^1,4 William Shelby Stump was born on January 25, 1916 at Woodbay, West Virginia.^7,3,8,9,4 He died on April 18, 1970 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 54.^7,8,9,4

     Her Social Security Number was 233-22-9119.⁵ Goldie Mae Stump was buried at Mount Plain Cemetery, 1345 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, Albemarle Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on December 28, 1919 at McAlpin, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^5,7,1,6 She married Harry E. Thompson on July 29, 1939.^7,8 As of July 29, 1939,her married name was Thompson. Goldie Mae Stump died on November 22, 1993 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 73.^5,6,9

     Velva Marie "Velvie" Stump was buried at Mount Plain Cemetery, 1345 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, Albemarle Co., Virginia.⁵ Her Social Security Number was 236-32-4987.⁶ She was born on January 26, 1923 at Woodbay, West Virginia.^6,2,5,7 She married Marvin William "Curley" Jamison on April 19, 1939 at Floyd Co., Virginia.³ As of April 19, 1939,her married name was Jamison. As of May 17, 1947,her married name was Burton.⁷ Velva Marie "Velvie" Stump married Nathan Weldon Burton on May 17, 1947 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,7 Velva Marie "Velvie" Stump died on February 21, 1995 at Fairfax Co., Virginia, at age 72.^6,5,8

     Calvin George Stump was buried at Saint Nicholas Cemetery, 2 Terrance Avenue, Lodi, Bergen Co., New Jersey.⁶ His Social Security Number was 233-30-8892.¹ He was born on September 20, 1925 at Stotesbury, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^{1,2,3,5,6,7,9} He married Phyllis Scudillo on August 4, 1946.^2,3,10 Calvin George Stump died on January 6, 2002 at Saddle Brook, Bergen Co., New Jersey, at age 76.^1,3,6,9 He SADDLE BROOK -- Calvin G. Stump, 76, died Sunday. Born in Stotesbury, W.Va., he lived in Lodi before moving here 35 years ago. Mr. Stump worked at Curtiss-Wright for 14 years and was a motor vehicle examiner for the state Division of Motor Vehicles for 22 years before retiring 14 years ago. A World War II Navy veteran, he was a member of American Legion Post 37, North Arlington. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Surviving are his wife, the former Phyllis Scudillo; two sons, William P. of Saddle Brook and Robert A. of Lodi; and five grandchildren. Santangelo Funeral Home, 300 Main St., Lodi, is in charge of arrangements. on January 9, 2002.³

     Mary Virginia Lilly married William Shelby Stump, son of William Arthur Stump and Lizzie Rena Doss.^1,3 Mary Virginia Lilly was buried at Augusta Memorial Park, 1775 Goose Creek Road, Waynesboro, Augusta Co., Virginia.² Her married name was Stump. She was born on August 13, 1917 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.² She died on August 16, 2007 at Virginia at age 90.² She Mary Virginia (Lilly) Kinzie, 90, widow of Gilbert Ray Kinzie, formerly of 8 Waverley Green, Staunton, died Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007, in King's Daughters' Community Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Aug. 13, 1917, in Beckley, W.Va., daughter of the late Charles Lewis and Mary Alice Lilly. Mrs. Kinzie was a homemaker. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Staunton, the Women of the Church and Christian Women's Club. She was also a member of King's Daughters' and Augusta Medical Center's auxiliaries, she was a Pink Lady and a volunteer at Woodrow Wilson Birthplace. She was an extensive traveler and modeled as a young lady. In addition to her husband, who died Dec. 20, 1985, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Ezra H., Adam A. and Abraham Lilly. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Family members include two daughters and a son-in-law, Shelby Jean Reece of Staunton and Margaret S. and Rod Jones of New Hope; four grandchildren, Mary Kristiann Johnston of Harrisonburg, Anne Meredith Bacheller of Staunton, Robert Edward Reece of Richmond and William Benjamin Reece of Chapel Hill, N.C; and nine great-grandchildren, Mary Louise, Maggie and Max Johnston, Adara, Matthew and John David Bacheller and Lily, Owen and Donovan Reece. Other family members include Ronald G. Kinzie of Oak Park, Ill., and Marilyn K. Reed of Staunton. Burial will follow in Augusta Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Robert and Benjamin Reece, Kevin Johnston, Jeremy Bacheller and Bill Reed. on August 18, 2007.²

     Harry E. Thompson was buried at Mount Plain Cemetery, 1345 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, Albemarle Co., Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 235-16-4596.⁵ He was born on July 27, 1914 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,5,3 He married Goldie Mae Stump, daughter of William Arthur Stump and Lizzie Rena Doss, on July 29, 1939.^1,2 Harry E. Thompson died on September 20, 1989 at Nelson Co., Virginia, at age 75.^5,3,4

     Nathan Weldon Burton was buried at Mount Plain Cemetery, 1345 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, Albemarle Co., Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 235-30-8081.⁵ He was born on January 22, 1923 at Keystone, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^5,1,2,3,4 He married Velva Marie "Velvie" Stump, daughter of William Arthur Stump and Lizzie Rena Doss, on May 17, 1947 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,4 Nathan Weldon Burton died on February 12, 1987 at age 64.^1,3

     Her Social Security Number was 143-12-4941.³ Phyllis Scudillo was buried at Saint Nicholas Cemetery, 2 Terrance Avenue, Lodi, Bergen Co., New Jersey.² She was born on November 7, 1923.^4,3 She married Calvin George Stump, son of William Arthur Stump and Lizzie Rena Doss, on August 4, 1946.^4,1,2 As of August 4, 1946,her married name was Stump. Phyllis Scudillo died on May 13, 2013 at New Jersey at age 89.^2,3 She STUMP, Phyllis (nee Scudillo), 89 of Saddle Brook on May 13, 2013. Before retiring Phyllis was a seamstress for Val Mode, Passaic and a member of the I.L.G.W.U. Predeceased by her parents Anthony and Angelina Scudillo. Beloved wife of the late Calvin "Bill." Devoted mother of William Stump and wife Donna of Saddle Brook, and Robert Stump and wife Pam of Lodi. Loving grandmother of William Stump, Jr. and wife Jessica, Amanda McCullough and husband Chris, James Stump and wife Nicole and Kathleen Stump, and great-grandmother of Juliana, Matthew, Kaylee and Carter. Dear sister of the late Ann Di Minno, Lena Guinta, Josephine Dull, Larry, Tony, Mike, Joe and John Scudillo. Funeral Thursday 10 AM at Santangelo Funeral Home, 300 N. Main St., Lodi, then to St. Philip the Apostle R.C. Church for an 11 AM Funeral Mass. Interment St. Nicholas Cemetery. on May 15, 2013.²

     Horace Harley Mills was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^6,7 He and Alma Marie Stump were divorced.^3,8 Horace Harley Mills was born on March 8, 1897 at Egeria, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,6 He married Alma Marie Stump, daughter of Peter Sigmon Stump and LaEula Ann Lavina "Lula" Conner, on January 28, 1916 at Winding Gulf, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,4 Horace Harley Mills died on December 9, 1945 at Spencer, Roane Co., West Virginia, at age 48.^5,6,7 He MILLS, Horace: age 49, of Winding Gulf, died at Spencer, Sunday, December 9th, at 12 noon. The body will be removed to the home at Pemberton Wednesday at 1 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at the church at Pemberton, Thursday, December 13th, a t 2 p.m. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Rose Funeral Home. on December 12, 1945.⁷