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     Edna Pauline "Polly" Owen was born on April 16, 1924 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,2 She married Robert Lee "Bob" Conner, son of Samuel "Sampson" Conner and Osceola "Ocie" Thompson, on January 20, 1968 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,1,2 As of January 20, 1968,her married name was Conner.² Edna Pauline "Polly" Owen died on October 8, 2005 at Virginia at age 81.^1,3 She Edna Pauline (Polly) Conner, 81, of Roanoke, died Saturday, October 8, 2005. Pauline was a retired real estate sales lady and was preceded in death by her parents, Nash Johnson and Nellie Milton Owen; her brothers, Earl Johnson Owen, Thomason Jessie Owen; her stepson, Randy Davis; and her husband, Robert (Bob) L. Conner. Surviving is her stepson, Robin Jerry Anderson; her stepgrandchildren, Jerry Lee Anderson, Ricky Davis, Jr; her brother, Maynard R. Owen and wife, Dorothy, of Roanoke County; several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, Tuesday, October 11, 4 p.m. with Pastor Eric Spano officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions to Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Building Fund in her memory. The family will receive friends Tuesday one hour prior to the funeral service at Oakey's Vinton Chapel.
on October 10, 2005.¹

     Donald Ray "Don" Eanes was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on June 24, 1944 at West Virginia.^5,6 He married Linda Ruth Akers on March 28, 1964 at Lafayette, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ Donald Ray "Don" Eanes married Jeanette Gail Perdue on April 22, 1966 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ Donald Ray "Don" Eanes and Linda Ruth Akers were divorced on April 25, 1966 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ Donald Ray "Don" Eanes and Jeanette Gail Perdue were divorced on September 16, 1976 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ Donald Ray "Don" Eanes married Rose Marie Shaver on February 16, 1985 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,5 Donald Ray "Don" Eanes died on June 12, 2017 at Virginia at age 72.⁴ He Donald Ray Eanes, of Elliston, went to be with the lord on Monday, June 12, 2017 at the age of 72. Don worked for Hedge Metal Company for 23 years and an auctioneer for 15. His passion and love was horses. Donald was preceded in death by his loving wife of 25 years Rose Eanes; daughter, Robin Denise Eanes; and his parents, Charlie and Claudy Eanes. He is survived by his daughter, Marie and David Paulley; son, Donnie Eanes and girlfriend Deanna Maxey; his grandchildren, David Brown, Brittany, Dillion, Dakota, Danica, Dalelena, Dalton and Dawson Eanes. Also, left to cherish his memory are his sister, Lois Bean; brother, Kyle and Brenda Eanes, Mike Eanes, Freddie and Teresa Eanes and numerous nieces and nephews. Also, the family would like to say a special thank you to his beloved friends, Pam and Charlie Price and Johnny and Rita Harrah for their lifetime of friendship. Funeral Services will be held, 11 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Elliston Church of God with Pastor Delores Caldwell officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Cemetery Roanoke, Va. on June 16, 2017.⁴

     Rose Marie Shaver was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.¹ She was born on April 25, 1958 at Virginia.² She married Donald Ray "Don" Eanes, son of Charles Fred "Charlie" Eanes and Claudia Evelyn "Claudy" Anderson, on February 16, 1985 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of February 16, 1985,her married name was Eanes.² Rose Marie Shaver died on March 3, 2015 at Virginia at age 56.¹ She Rose Marie Eanes, 56, of Elliston, Va., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. Rose was predeceased by her father, Fredrick Lee Shaver. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who worked with her husband at their auction house for many years. She retired from Oak Hall Cap and Gown. She had a very special love for horses, having as many as 14 at one time. Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Donald Eanes; children, Marie Paulley (David), and Donnie Eanes (Deanna Maxey); grandchildren, Brittany, Dillon, Dakota, Danica and Dalelena Eanes and David Brown; mother, Ovella Shaver; sister, Carolyn Spangler (Alan); and many other family members and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2015, at Elliston Church of God with the Rev. Delores Caldwell officiating. Visition will held two hours prior to the service. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on March 6, 2015.¹

     Shirley Christine Eanes was buried at Sunset Cemetery, North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on January 22, 1941 at Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^3,4,6 As of November 26, 1960,her married name was Spencer.³ She married Rev. Charles Eugene "Charlie" Spencer on November 26, 1960 at New River, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^1,3,5,6,7 Shirley Christine Eanes died on January 1, 2017 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.⁶ She Christine "Teeny" Spencer, 75, of Pilot, died Sunday, January 1, 2017, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born in Amonate, Virginia on January 22, 1941 to the late Roscoe Alvis and Mary Edith Lutz Eanes. She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Charles Spencer; sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald Dean and Connie Spencer, Mark David and Khristy Spencer; brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Brenda Eanes; grandchildren, Matthew Spencer and wife, Cassie, Andrew Spencer and wife, Katie, Whitney Breeden and husband, Davey, Michael Spencer; wife, Alexa, Gabrael Spencer, Malachi Spencer, Charity Spencer; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Hannah Abate and Debbie Davis. Funeral Services will be conducted Friday, January 6, 2017 at 2 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery. on January 3, 2017.⁶

     Rev. Charles Eugene "Charlie" Spencer was buried at Sunset Cemetery, North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on August 8, 1939 at Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Shirley Christine Eanes, daughter of Roscoe Alvin "Shorty" Eanes and Mary Edith Lutz, on November 26, 1960 at New River, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^1,2,5,6,4 Rev. Charles Eugene "Charlie" Spencer died on January 11, 2022 at Virginia at age 82.⁴ He Charlie Eugene Spencer, August 8, 1939 - January 11, 2022. Charlie E. Spencer, of Pilot, was born on August 8, 1939, to Charles and Clara Coleman Spencer. Left this earthy life to his heavenly home to meet his precious Tenny (Christine Eanes married November 26, 1960) on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the age 82. He was retired by Montgomery Furniture. After retiring he joined his son Ronald, working in Spencer's Chimney Sweep, driving for Montgomery County School System and his greatest love of farming. He was the pastor of Bible Truth Tabernacle in Shawsville, Va. for 41 years. His greatest loves was to testify to everyone about his Lord Jesus Christ and all he had done for him in his life and The Message of the Hour. Then to tell everyone about the Love of his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Christine "Teeny"; parents, Charles and Clara Spencer; sisters, Ruth Roop, Ruby Lawson Rice; and brother, Garland Spencer. Charlie is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald Dean Spencer and wife, Connie, and Mark David Spencer and wife, Khristy; grandsons, Matthew Spencer and wife, Cassie, Andrew Spencer and wife, Katie, Michael Spencer and wife, Alexa, Gabrael Spencer and wife, Sarah, and Malachi Spencer; granddaughters, Whitney Breeden and husband, Davey, and Charity Spencer; great-grandchildren, Titus, India, Rheagan, Allie, Aleigha, Leighton Spencer, Isaac and Zoe Breeden; sisters, Carlie Stump, Rhynie Jones, Nancy Linkous, Martha Sefick, Betty Clowers, Linda Henderson and husband, Turman; brothers, Paul (Junior) Spencer and wife, Ernestine, Luther Spencer and wife, Willa Mae, and Johnny Spencer; sister-in-law, Brenda Eanes; and numerous nephews and nieces. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022, in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ronald Spencer and Pastor Mark Spencer officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. on January 16, 2022.⁴

     Ronney Alvis Eanes was born on April 18, 1943 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,5 He married Brenda Christine Dudley on March 19, 1965 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5 Ronney Alvis Eanes died on January 24, 2020 at Virginia at age 76.⁵ He Ronney Alvis Eanes, age 76, of Pilot, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020, at his home. He was born in Pilot, Va., on April 18, 1943, to the late Roscoe Alvie and Mary Edith Lutz Eanes. He was also preceded in death by his son, Ricky A. Eanes and sister, Christine Eanes Spencer. Ronney retired after 35 years of law enforcement, having served with the Virginia Tech Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Christiansburg Police Department. Ronney was a member of McDaniel Masonic Lodge No. 86 AF & AM and the F.O.P. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Brenda Dudley Eanes; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa Eanes and Byron H. Dickerson; granddaughter, Amanda D. Dickerson; grandson, Tanner A. Eanes; daughter-in-law, Whitney Chumbley Eanes; brother-in-law, Charles E. Spencer; and sisters-in-law, Wanda D. Funkhouser, Merle D. Nelson, Sonja D. Hollandsworth and husband, Ren. A memorial service will be conducted on Sunday, January 26, 2020, at 6 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Charles E. Spencer, the Rev. Mark D. Spencer, and the Rev. Ronald D. Spencer officiating. on January 26, 2020.⁵

     James Harold Eanes was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He married Rincey Spradlin.² James Harold Eanes was born circa 1943.² He died on June 9, 2013 at Virginia.² He James Harold Eanes, 70, of Christiansburg, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Harless and Bernice Clower Eanes. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Rincey Spradlin Eanes, of Christiansburg; daughter, Cynthia A. Eanes, of Christiansburg; son and daughter-in-law, William H. and Cindy L. Eanes ,of Radford; grandchildren, Christian and Makayla Eanes; sister, Peggy Kelley; special friend, Randall Amos; and granddogs, Bella and Wringo. Harold was a faithful member of Gospel Light Baptist Church and was retired from Wades Supermarket.
The family would like to send a special thank you to the Salem VA Hospital staff for their care of Harold and their tenderness toward the family. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jerry Otey officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Christiansburg. on June 11, 2013.²

     Thomas Wayne "Tom" Sweeney was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 228-48-1856.⁷ He was born on July 30, 1939 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,2 He married Phyllis Ann Chittum on March 17, 1961 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,2,8,3 Thomas Wayne "Tom" Sweeney died on November 13, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 53.^7,1 He SWEENEY, Thomas Wayne, 53, of Roanoke, died Friday, November 13, 1992, at his residence. He served in the U.S. Navy, and was a member of Williamson Road Masonic Lodge No. 163. He was a truck driver for Kroger Distribution Center in Salem. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis Chittum Sweeney; one son, Wayne Sweeney, Roanoke; two daughters and a son-in-law, Janet and Donnie Dodson, Roanoke, Theresa Sweeney, Salem; his parents, Major Lee, Sr., and Margaret Sweeney; six brothers, M. L. Sweeney, Jr., Floyd, Max E. Sweeney, Roanoke, Jack Sweeney, Bruce Sweeney and Barry Sweeney, all of Floyd, Doug Sweeney, Troutville; two sisters, Cindy Eanes, Ridgeway, Daphine Sowers, Floyd; a very special friend, Ray Huff; his father and mother-in-law, Howard and Hollie Chittum; his grandchildren, Zackery and Justin Dodson; and a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday from the Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Kenneth Butterworth and Mr. Doug Sweeney officiating. Interment and graveside service by Williamson Road Masonic Lodge #163 A.F.&A.M. will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, Inc., Roanoke, Va. 24018. Friends may call at Lotz Vinton Chapel. on November 15, 1992.¹

     Max Earl Sweeney was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.² He was born on October 2, 1932 at Virginia.¹ He married Shirley Ann Poole on December 31, 1954.^1,7 Max Earl Sweeney died on July 3, 2014 at Virginia at age 81.² He Max Earl Sweeney, 81, of Floyd, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2014. Max was a veteran of the United States Navy and served in the Korean War. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Sweeney; sons, David, Randy and Darrell Sweeney; grandchildren, Mikayla Sweeney, Rhiannon Leebrick, Sarah Newton, Aaron Sweeney and Liam Sweeney; great grandchildren, Maebel Johnson and Wyatt Newton; sisters, Daphine Sowers and Cindy Eanes; brothers, Bruce, Barry and Doug Sweeney. Max had countless friends and loved ones in the local music community. The family would like to thank the doctors and all the staff at Springtree Health and Rehab Center for their excellent care. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday July 6, 2014, at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Doug Sweeney officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery with Military Rites by Floyd V.F.W. Post #7854 and American Legion Post #127. The family will receive friends from noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service. on July 5, 2014.²

     Oliver Julius "Jack" Sweeney was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,4 His Social Security Number was 230-38-1189.¹⁰ He was born on May 24, 1934 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^10,2,4 He married Shirley Maenola "Nola" Witkowsi on April 17, 1954.^2,11 Oliver Julius "Jack" Sweeney died on February 1, 2001 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 66.^10,7,3,4 He SWEENEY, Oliver, (Jack), 66, of Radford, formerly of Floyd, passed away Thursday, February 1, 2001. He was preceded in death by his father, Major Lee Sweeney, Sr., and two brothers, M. L. Sweeney and Tom Sweeney. Surviving are his wife, Shirley W. Sweeney of Radford; mother, Margaret P. Sweeney of Floyd; two daughters and one son-in-law, Marla Melvin of Floyd and Susan and Arlie Hill of Radford; five grandchildren, Amy and Butch Cook of Stafford, Shana and Brian Griffith of Floyd, Kayla Melvin of Floyd, Daniel Hill of Radford, Brandon Hill of Radford; two great-grandchildren, Madeline Cook, Onyia Griffith; special niece, Deborah "Doat" Sickey of Indian Valley; two sisters, Daphine Sowers of Floyd, Cindy Evans of Ridgeway; four brothers, Max E. Sweeney of Roanoke, W. Bruce Sweeney of Floyd, W. Barry Sweeney of Floyd, S. Douglas Sweeney of Troutville; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 4, 2001 at 2 p.m. at Gardner Funeral Home with the Rev. Graham Mitchell and the Rev. Doug Sweeney officiating. Interment will follow in Jacksonville Cemetery. Friends may call after 12 noon Saturday at Gardner Funeral Home where the family will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd, is in charge of the arrangements. on February 3, 2001.⁷

     Daphine W. Sweeney was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁹ She was born on July 2, 1930 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,8 She married Warren C. Sowers Sr., son of Cleophas Sowers and Etta Weeks, on October 10, 1946 at Danville, Virginia.^1,4,8 As of October 10, 1946,her married name was Sowers. Daphine W. Sweeney died on February 15, 2021 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 90.⁸ She Daphine Sweeney Sowers, July 2nd, 1930 - February 15th, 2021. Daphine S. Sowers, 90, of Floyd, passed away on February 15, 2021. She served others with a passion as a nurse in numerous nursing facilities for her whole adult life. She had a love for all animals and could play any instrument she picked up. Daphine was a member of Calvary Baptist church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren C. Sowers; parents, Major and Margaret Sweeny; and numerous brothers and sisters. She is survived by five sons, Sonny and Angie Sowers, Russell and Joyce Sowers, Tony Sowers, Dennis and Gwen Sowers, and Joseph Sowers. She had six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren along with numerous brothers and sisters. The family would like to thank Skyline Manor Nursing and Socials Services for all their care and compassion. on February 25, 2021.⁸

     Warren C. Sowers Sr. was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on March 10, 1921 at Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 He married Daphine W. Sweeney, daughter of Major Lee Sweeney Sr. and Margaret Marie Powell, on October 10, 1946 at Danville, Virginia.^1,2,5 Warren C. Sowers Sr. died on January 17, 2016 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 94.³ He Warren C. Sowers, 94, of Floyd, passed away January 17, 2016, at his home. He was a veteran of World War II and retired from the Virginia Department of Transportation after 34 years of service. He was preceded in death by his father, Cleophus Sowers; mother, Etta Sowers; sisters, Eva Sowers and Faye Johnson; and brother, Ordway Sowers.He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Daphine Sowers; brother, Cova Sowers; four sons, Russell and Joyce Sowers, Tony Sowers, Dennis and Gwen Sowers, and Joseph Sowers. He has six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.Graveside services will be at Jacksonville Cemetery. on January 19, 2016.³