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     Infant Jones was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 He died on October 5, 1911 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 He was born on October 5, 1911 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3

     Infant Jones was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He died on March 12, 1913 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 He was born on March 12, 1913 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2

     Edouard Alfred "Edward" "Ned" DesChamps was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Bedford, Bedford Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on January 15, 1878 at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; His WWI Draft Registration card has a brith date of Nov 25, 1883.^4,5,6,8 He married Mattie Emma Conner, daughter of Robert Lee "Pa Dad" Conner and Mary Byar Yates, on September 7, 1929 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,8,5,9,10 Edouard Alfred "Edward" "Ned" DesChamps died on September 17, 1963 at Bedford, Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 85.^5,7,8 He BEDFORD - Edouard A. Deschamps, 85, died Tuesday night in a hospital. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mattie Deschamps of Bedford; a daughter, Mrs. Jack Mason of Norfolk; and a son, H. H. Deschamps of Stone Harbor, N.J. on September 18, 1963.⁷

     Sarah E. Vest was born on February 27, 1869 at Virginia.² She married William Harry Whitenack Jr., son of William Harry Whitenack Sr. and Betsy "Bidsy" Lambert, on December 17, 1891 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ As of December 17, 1891,her married name was Whitenack. Sarah E. Vest died on April 13, 1965 at age 96.

     Sarah D. Underwood was buried at Moran-Agee Cemetery, about mile post 150, Blue Ridge Parkway, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3 She was born on January 10, 1843 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,1 She married Samuel E. Yopp on December 23, 1869 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ As of December 23, 1869,her married name was Yopp. Sarah D. Underwood died on June 4, 1925 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 82.^2,3

     Alvin Lee Poff was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on April 21, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 He married Betty Smallwood on May 14, 1960 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 Alvin Lee Poff and Betty Smallwood were divorced on January 8, 1999 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹¹ Alvin Lee Poff married Betty Smallwood on May 14, 2000 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Alvin Lee Poff died on February 4, 2016 at Virginia at age 78.⁴ He Alvin Lee Poff, 78, of Roanoke, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 4, 2016. He is survived by his daughters, Marla Bohling, Denise Matze (Jay) and Julie Thomas (Chris); grandchildren, Emily and Andrew Bohling, Jolie, Jace and Gracyn Matze and Jackson, Caden, Tate and Tinsley Thomas; sister, Shirley Montgomery, brother-in-law Ronnie Stanley; former wife, Betty Poff; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded by parents, Santis and Bertie Poff; sisters, Bonnie Campbell and Nellie Stanley and brother, Charles Poff. The Burial will follow at Wilson Cemetery. on February 7, 2016.⁴

     Bonnie Sue Poff was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ Her Social Security Number was 227-50-2072.¹³ She was born on December 21, 1939 at Roanoke, Virginia.^13,7,8,9 As of October 26, 1961,her married name was Campbell.⁶ She married Benjamin Clayborne "Ben" Campbell on October 26, 1961 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{1,2,3,4,5,6,7} Bonnie Sue Poff died on September 25, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 67.^4,13,7,14 She Bonnie Poff Campbell, 67, of Salem, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, after a long courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome. She was preceded in death by her parents, Santas and Bertie Poff; her son, Barry Clay Campbell; and a brother, Charles Irvin Poff. Mrs. Campbell retired from Sears after 10 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Benjamin C. Campbell; her children, Susan C. Ferguson, and her husband, Joseph, of Roanoke, Karen Campbell Lucas, and her husband Keith, of Salem, and Kevin R. Campbell of Salem; her grandchildren whom she adored, Derek, Steven and Matthew Ferguson, Caitlin Campbell, Alston, Logan and Claire Lucas; brother, Alvin L. Poff of Roanoke; sisters, Shirley Montgomery of Blue Ridge, Nellie Stanley and her husband, Ronnie, of Roanoke; and a large, loving, extended family. Mrs. Campbell's family would like to express their gratitude to Fran Yates and the staff of Carilion RMH ninth floor TSCU, and Blue Ridge Cancer Care, especially Dr. Mallidi. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. on September 26, 2007.⁴

     Nellie Ann Poff was born on August 18, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ As of January 29, 1972,her married name was Stanley.⁷ She married James Ronald "Ronnie" Stanley on January 29, 1972 at Eden, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^1,2,3,4,5,7 Nellie Ann Poff died on January 27, 2015 at Virginia at age 67.⁵ She Nellie Poff Stanley, 67, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 27, 2015. She loved her family and grandchildren. Nellie married James R. Stanley on January 29, 1972. She was preceded in death by her parents, Santis (Bud) Poff and Bertie Vest Poff; a sister, Bonnie Campbell; and an infant brother, Charles Irvin Poff. Surviving is her loving husband of 43 years, James R. Stanley; two daughters, Rhonda Jackson and her husband, Eric, Lisa Welch and her husband, Bobby; one son, James Alan Stanley; eight grandchildren that she greatly loved, Hannah, Jacob, Adrianna, Sarrieann, Zackary, Maryanne, Bentley, and Taylor; one sister, Shirley Montgomery and one brother, Alvin Poff; several nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be conducted in Evergreen Burial Park. on January 29, 2015.⁵

     Benjamin Clayborne "Ben" Campbell was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,8 He was born on August 20, 1940 at Garden City, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,8,7 He married Bonnie Sue Poff, daughter of Santis "Bud" Poff and Bertie Beatrice Vest, on October 26, 1961 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{1,2,3,4,5,6,8} Benjamin Clayborne "Ben" Campbell died on August 17, 2014 at Virginia at age 73.^5,8 He Benjamin C. (Ben) Campbell, 73, of Salem, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 17, 2014. Ben was born and raised in Garden City, son of the late Alton and Mary Estelle Ferguson Campbell. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 47 years, Bonnie Sue Poff Campbell; his oldest son, Barry Clay Campbell; and a brother, Richard Alton Campbell. Ben's biggest passion was his family. He is survived by his devoted children, Susan Ferguson and her husband, Joey, Karen Lucas and her husband, Keith, and Kevin Campbell and his wife, Amy; nine grandchildren who he loved with all of his heart and commented daily about how worried he was about their future,Dalton and Audrey Campbell, Claire, Logan and Alston Lucas, Caitlin Campbell, Matthew Ferguson and Sheyenne, Steven Ferguson and fianc?e, Abby, Derek Ferguson and wife, Sheena,who are expecting his first great-grandchild, Carson, due in October. Also surviving is his dear sister, Nancy Arnold, whom he cherished and her husband, Jerry; special cousins whom Ben referred to as his "sister cousins," Dorothy Bryant and Jean Mabes; numerous other family members and many dear friends. He was also passionate about his work, retiring in 2004 as Plant Manager of Custom Wood Products after 40 years of service. As a skilled cabinet maker and carpenter he built his own home and was instrumental in the construction of his children's homes. He was a member of Ninth Street Church of the Brethren. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. on August 20, 2014.⁵

     James Ronald "Ronnie" Stanley was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on February 5, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ He married Nellie Ann Poff, daughter of Santis "Bud" Poff and Bertie Beatrice Vest, on January 29, 1972 at Eden, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^1,2,7,8,3,6 James Ronald "Ronnie" Stanley died on November 20, 2020 at Virginia at age 72.⁴ He James Ronald Stanley, 72, of Roanoke, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 20, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Nellie P. Stanley; parents, James and Theresa Mildred Thomas; and brother, Eddie Stanley. Ronnie worked for Branch Highways for over 40 years. He enjoyed doing excavating and mowing as a hobby. He lived his life to the fullest every day and nothing ever got in his way. Ronnie was a good father, grandfather, and friend to all that knew him. Surviving are his daughters, Rhonda Jackson and husband, Eric, and Lisa Welch and husband, Bobby; son, James Alan Stanley; grandchildren, Hannah, Jacob, Adrianna, Sarrieann, Zackary, Maryanne, Bentley and Taylor (Tyler); sisters-in-law, Shirley Montgomery and Betty Poff; and numerous nieces, nephews, and good friends. A graveside service will be conducted at Evergreen Burial Park. on November 23, 2020.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 224-56-2606.⁷ Wayne Temple Montgomery was buried at Mill Creek Baptist Cemetery, 11475 U.S. Highway 11, Troutville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^2,5,8 He was born on February 8, 1942 at Buchanan, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^7,3,4,5,6,8 He married Shirley June Poff, daughter of Santis "Bud" Poff and Bertie Beatrice Vest, on April 28, 1962 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{1,2,9,10,3,5,8} Wayne Temple Montgomery died on October 15, 1998 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 56.^2,7,5,8 He MONTGOMERY, Wayne T., 56, of Blue Ridge, died Thursday, October 15, 1998, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was a member and deacon at Ninth Street Church of the Brethren and worked for Norfolk-Southern Railway with 30 years service. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Shirley Poff Montgomery; his sons and daughter-in-law, Jeff W. Montgomery of Blue Ridge, Greg D. and Kim Montgomery of Roanoke; his daughters and son-in-law, Natalie June and Jeff A. Rohaley of Greer, S.C., Alyson Paige Montgomery (student at William and Mary College) of Blue Ridge; his grandsons, Lucas Alan and Tyler Wayne Rohaley; his sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Bud Crouch of Salem; and all the other family members and friends that loved Wayne. Happy Birthday Uncle Junior. Wayne was given much love, care and support from his many friends, his Norfolk-Southern co-workers and all his church family. The family appreciates all that was done for Wayne and his family during his illness. Interment in Mill Creek Cemetery, Botetourt County. on October 17, 1998.²

     Her Social Security Number was 226-74-0756.⁹ Cathy Arlene Vest was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ She was born on May 9, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,10,9,5 As of February 24, 1969,her married name was Atkins.⁴ She married Nelson Wayne Atkins on February 24, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,10 Cathy Arlene Vest died on January 30, 2014 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 61.^3,10,9,11 She Cathy Arlene Vest Atkins, 61, of Hardy, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2014. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Lucille Vest; brother, William Wesley Vest; great uncle Clarence Leland Craighead and aunt Lula Funk Craighead. Cathy was a loving mother and wife and loved being around her friends. Survivors include her husband of almost 45 years, Nelson Wayne Atkins; son, Kevin Wayne Atkins and fiancé Jessica; sister, Connie Marsh and husband Dennis; brother, Thomas Vest and wife Sarah; sisters-in-law, Shirley Patsel and Ann Epperly and other family; special friends Shorty Milsap, Donna Shepard, Cookie Sullivan. Graveside funeral services will be held in Restvale Cemetery. on February 1, 2014.³

     William Wesley Vest was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,5 His Social Security Number was 227-08-4750.¹¹ He was born on April 29, 1961 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^11,3,4,6 He died on July 21, 1994 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 33.^1,11,7,2,4,5 He VEST, William Wesley, 33, of Roanoke, died Thursday, July 21, 1994. He was a general manager with Hills Department Store. Mr. Vest attended First Baptist Church and was preceded in death by his parents, William E. and Lucille H. Vest. Surviving is his brother and sisters, Thomas Vest, Connie J. Marsh, Cathy A. Atkins, Cynthia Patsel, and Becky V. Owen; his grandmother, Clytie Hurst; special friends, Jeana Azar and Mary Blessard; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Restvale Cemetery, Floyd County. on July 23, 1994.¹

     Fielding Jackson "Jack" Childress was buried at Harrell, Robertson Cemetery, Meadows of Dan, Patrick Co., Virginia.³ He was born on May 11, 1863 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^4,3 He married Henrietta "Etta" Yeatts, daughter of Henry Faison Yates and Caron Aquilla Boswell, on April 4, 1920 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,3,5 Fielding Jackson "Jack" Childress died on May 9, 1950 at Meadows of Dan, Patrick Co., Virginia, at age 86.³

     Thomas Dale Vest was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.² He Thomas Vest, Sep 22, 1965 - Jan 1, 2025. Thomas Dale Vest, 59, of Copper Hill, VA passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. He was a sheet metal foreman for John T. Morgan and enjoyed farming and working with cattle. Tommy Dale loved his family and cherished his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lucille Vest; brother, William Wesley Vest; sister, Cathy Atkins. Tommy Dale was survived by his daughters, Ashley Vest and her boyfriend, Dale Schemm, Samantha Vest and her boyfriend, Cody Moulds; two granddaughters, Chevelle and Aston Schemm; three sisters, Connie Marsh and her husband, Dennis, Becky Owen and Cindy Patsel; ex-wife, Sarah Long; special friend, Patty Ann Rucker; special cousin, Joshua Nofsinger; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Interment will follow at Wilson Cemetery.² He and Sarah Ann Long were divorced.² Thomas Dale Vest was born on September 22, 1965 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Sarah Ann Long on October 28, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4 Thomas Dale Vest died on January 1, 2025 at Virginia at age 59.²

     Jesse Linwood Owen Jesse Linwood Owen, of Boones Mill, Va., passed away on Friday morning, June 12, 2015, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on September 22, 1955, in Buchanan, Va. He was proceeded in death by his father, Jesse Owen; sister, Betsy Helms; brother, Raymond Owen. He is survived by his mother, Ruby M. Owen of Buchanan; wife of 36 years, Becky Vest Owen; son, Jonathan Owen and wife, Heather, of Rocky Mount; daughter Jessica Thompson and husband Michael, of Wirtz; sister, Rebecca Morris of Buchanan; grandchildren, Kaylee, Emily, Korie, Kadence and Fintan; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; as well as extended family in Botetourt County, Va. Jesse graduated from James River High School in the Class of 1975. He worked at Aerospace Testing Corporation for 35 years as a co-owner. He enjoyed growing vegetables, fishing, hunting and spending time with family. He had a heart for helping anyone who needed a helping hand.³ He was born on September 22, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Becky Diane Vest, daughter of William Elliott Vest and Florence Lucille Hurst, on June 2, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 Jesse Linwood Owen died on June 12, 2015 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 59.³