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     Lathan Albert King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 227-07-8903.⁸ He was born on December 23, 1911 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,8,4 He married Ruth Nora Keen on June 5, 1943.^2,3 Lathan Albert King married Aldane Virginia Helms on November 5, 1977.^2,3,5 Lathan Albert King died on October 17, 2001 at Winchester, Virginia, at age 89.^1,8,5 He KING, Lathan Albert, 89, of Winchester, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2001. He was a retired machinist for Westinghouse. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert F. and Ida Cole King, a sister, Audrey Thompson, and wives, Ruth King and Aldene King. Surviving are a niece, Carol W. Moorman and her husband, Kenneth. Also surviving are other family members and friends. Graveside services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 24, 2001 at Sherwood Memorial Park with Elder Dwayne Fletcher officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem. on October 23, 2001.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 228-12-3913.⁷ Audrey Marie King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ She married James H. Thompson.^1,2 Her married name was Thompson. Audrey Marie King was born on October 18, 1903 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,2,3 She married Samuel Dock Spangler, son of Leroy Edward "Ed" Spangler and Rosa Belle Spangler, on July 1, 1927 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,8 As of July 1, 1927,her married name was Spangler. Audrey Marie King married Acree Walton Wheeler on December 24, 1934 at Edgewood, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,8 As of December 24, 1934,her married name was Wheeler. Audrey Marie King and Samuel Dock Spangler were divorced on November 1, 1937 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁸ Audrey Marie King and Acree Walton Wheeler were divorced on January 27, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁸ Audrey Marie King died on February 2, 1987 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^1,2,3

     Her Social Security Number was 230-05-3417.³ Ruth Nora Keen was born on August 19, 1908.^1,3 She married Lathan Albert King, son of Albert Franklin "Frank" King and Ida Mae Cole, on June 5, 1943.^1,2 As of June 5, 1943,her married name was King. Ruth Nora Keen died on October 26, 1976 at Delaware at age 68.^1,3

     Her Social Security Number was 261-43-7730.² Aldane Virginia Helms was buried at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Iredell Co., North Carolina.¹ She was born on April 4, 1917 at North Carolina.^2,1 She married Lathan Albert King, son of Albert Franklin "Frank" King and Ida Mae Cole, on November 5, 1977.^3,4,1 As of November 5, 1977,her married name was King. Aldane Virginia Helms died on April 11, 1989 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 72; Died from injuries received in an automobile accident.^3,2,1

     Renva Margaret Harris Renva Wilson, February 12th, 1926 - December 4th, 2023. WILSON, Renva Margaret (Harris) of Roanoke, VA entered into the presence of the Lord on Monday, December 4, 2023 at the age of 97. She was born to the late Jerry and India Harris of Floyd, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Edward O. Wilson and siblings-Wilford Harris and J.W. Harris. Renva was a talented seamstress and enjoyed crocheting afghans for her beloved family and friends. She loved to play cards, grow tomatoes and work puzzles in her pastime. She was an active member of CommUNITY Church in Salem, VA and a devoted volunteer of The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley. Those left to cherish her memory are her children-Linda Thompson (David), Debra Slaughter and Cynthia Reynolds; as well as son in love Paul Slaughter. She was known as “Memaw” to her grandchildren-Erin Clinevell (Chad), Samantha Smith (Jimmy), Nicole DeHart (Jason), Chance Reynolds, Sarah Slaughter, Scott Slaughter and Stephanie Slaughter and precious great grandchildren-Kaydence Craig, Connor Clinevell, Kaeleb Craig, Collin Clinevell, Brayden Reynolds, Camden Reynolds, Kason Craig, Olivia Smith and Jackson Smith. She is also survived by her brother-Dillard Harris (Estalene). She will be dearly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends. The family wishes to thank South Roanoke Nursing Home and Good Samaritan Hospice for their care and services in recent months. An extra special thanks to devoted friend, Martha. Graveside service being held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.² She was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 She was born on February 12, 1926 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,2,5 She married Edward Oscar Wilson, son of James Edward "Ned" Wilson and Nancy Elvira Gaines "Elva" Walton, on April 18, 1952 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of April 18, 1952,her married name was Wilson. Renva Margaret Harris died on December 4, 2023 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 97.²

     Phyllis Gertrude Smith was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ She was born on May 15, 1943 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,9 As of April 21, 1962,her married name was Hall.³ She married Herman Cecil "H. C." Hall, son of Leslie Wade "L. W." Hall Jr. and Josephine Belle Haymaker, on April 21, 1962 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4,10,7 Phyllis Gertrude Smith died on December 18, 1963 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 20.^4,7 She A young Shawsville woman died yesterday after her car skidded on an icy spot ran off U.S. 11 west of Salem and rolled down an embankment. She was Mrs. Phyllis Hall, 20, daughter of Montgomery County Deputy Sheriff Alfred V. Smith and Mrs. Smith. She was pronounced dead on arrival at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Hall apparently skidded on an icy spot as she was traveling west up Big Hill about five miles west of Salem, state police said. The car rolled about 75 feet down a bank after leaving the road. A workman operating a grading machine on nearby Interstate 81 said he saw the car slide off the road, roll down the bank and hit a tree. The accident occurred about 4 p.m. Besides her father and mother, she is survived by her husband, Herman C. Hall; two brothers, James R. Smith, Shawsville; Roger Smith, Cambria. on December 19, 1963.⁷

     James Lewis Anderson was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, 1078 Huffville Road, NE, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,4,5 He was born on March 26, 1924 at Basham, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,6 He married Mabel Eanes, daughter of Lemeul Dano Eanes and Virginia Belle Womack, on January 17, 1946 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ James Lewis Anderson and Mabel Eanes were divorced on October 8, 1958 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁷ James Lewis Anderson died on July 2, 1969 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 45.^2,4 He James Lewis Anderson, 45, died Wednesday in as Salem hospital. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Jo Ann Lilly, Shawsville, Miss Nancy Anderson, Elliston; two sons, Bobby L. Anderson, Salem, Sammy Anderson, Elliston; his mother, Mrs. Alma Link, Pilot; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Eanes, Mrs. Elmer Dillard, Elliston; a brother, Walter Kingrea, Salem. The funeral will be at Huffville Church, Floyd County, with burial in the church cemetery. on July 3, 1969.⁵

     Rodger Lee Smith Rodger Lee Smith, age 80 of Floyd, Va. passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, with his children by his side. Born on July 5, 1944, he was a beloved husband, father and grandfather known for his love of God, his family, hunting, fishing, golfing, and Nascar. He had a passion for refurbishing antique radios, and loved wood working. Graduating from Shawsville High School in 1962, he spent most of his working years as a supervisor at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant where he retired in 1999. He was preceded in death by his spouses, Clara East Smith and Mabel Delaney Smith, his parents, Alfred and Annie Smith, sister, Phyllis Hall, and brother, Jimmy Smith. He is survived by his children; Gene Woolwine (Teresa), Melissa Elliott (Joey), Kim Bailey (Ken). Grandchildren, Amber Piland, Brandon Alderman, Austin Alderman, Brett Elliott, Paul Davis, Haley Hunt, Victoria Hunt, Clara Hunt, Kenny Bailey, Tamara Bailey, Amber Bailey, and Chelsea McGuire as well as 24 great-grandchildren. Internment will follow in Sunset Cemetery.⁵ He was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on July 5, 1944 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,8,5 He married Clara Jean East on March 24, 1962 at Alleghany Co., North Carolina.^9,4,5 Rodger Lee Smith married Mabel Elizabeth Dulaney on May 27, 1995 at Alum Ridge, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5 Rodger Lee Smith died on February 21, 2025 at Virginia at age 80.⁵

     Mabel Elizabeth Dulaney was buried at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren Church Cemetery, Rt. 750, Alum Ridge, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ She was born on May 8, 1946 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 She married Rodger Lee Smith, son of Alfred Vernon Smith and Annabelle "Annie" Eanes, on May 27, 1995 at Alum Ridge, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4 As of May 27, 1995,her married name was Smith.¹ Mabel Elizabeth Dulaney died on September 22, 2017 at Virginia at age 71.³

     Jimmy Ray Smith Jimmy Ray Smith, 74, of Riner, VA passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021. He was born in Montgomery County VA on December 1, 1946 to the late Alfred V. and Anniebell Eanes Smith. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Hall. Jimmy attended Alleghany District High School, and served in the United States Air force (A1C) during Vietnam, and was a truck driver his entire career. He is survived by his wife, Charlene Miller Smith; children: Shannon Denene (Peter) Hannon, Russell Smith, Cassondra “Cassie” Winfrey (Cory), and Stacie Smith; Grandchildren: Madison Grace Smith, Mikinzi Jo Winfrey, Raven Lea Winfrey, and Kahlan Skye Winfrey; brother, Rodger Smith; many nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Carmell Miller; special pets, Charlee and CC; special friends whom he enjoyed eating breakfast with: Dickie Hall, Jimmy Wimmer, Danny Wimmer, and Danny Yates; as well as a host of other family and friends. The family would like to express a sincere thank you to Amedysis Hospice Staff, Carmaletta King, Debbie Taylor, Oceanna Cruise, and Sandra Bane, the doctors and oncology/hematology staff at the VA Medical Center Salem as well as Dr. Farhad Sahebjam.³ He was born on December 1, 1946 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Mary Cathryn Miller on February 19, 1966 at Lafayette, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁷ Jimmy Ray Smith and Mary Cathryn Miller were divorced on August 7, 1975 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁸ Jimmy Ray Smith married Charlene Annette Miller on August 18, 1978 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 Jimmy Ray Smith died on March 4, 2021 at Virginia at age 74.³