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     His Social Security Number was 009-44-7131.² Gabriel Liang Cho Chin was born on September 28, 1920 at Shantung Province, China; The SSDI has a birth year of 1923.^2,4 He married Marion Janet Allen, daughter of Alvin Peter "Alvie" Allen and Harriet Agatha Shank, on August 1, 1970 at Taipei, Taiwan.^5,1,4,3 Gabriel Liang Cho Chin died on March 31, 2005 at Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Co., Michigan, at age 84.^2,4 He Chin, Gabriel Ching (Liang Chou) Ann Arbor, MI Gabriel Ching Chin died at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital March 31, 2005. He was born in Shantung Province, China, September 28, 1920, the third child and first son of Chung Shu and Ching Cheng (Liu) Chin. He was raised and educated in Lin-yi, Shantung, China, where his mother was a mathematics teacher and dean of a mission supported school. He received a B.S. in military science from the Central Military Academy of China, Nan Cheng, China, during the Japanese occupation. After accepting his commission in the Chinese Army (Kuo Ming Tang), he remained in the army for ten years, rising to the rank of battalion commander. After leaving the army in 1952, he worked as teacher, translator and interpreter, at the Overseas Missionary Society Seminary in Taichung, Taiwan, and at T'unghai University, also in Taichung, until 1968, after which he worked with Hai Yuan Trading Corp. in Taipei, Taiwan, until 1971, when he moved to Ann Arbor. In 1970 he married Janet Allen, in Taipei, Taiwan. She survives him, along with their children, Elleanor (Andrew Chang), of Cleveland Heights, OH, Peter (Cynthia Shaff Chin), of Portland, OR, Miriam, of Ypsilanti, MI, Harriet (Dominic) Held, of Ann Arbor, MI, and three granddaughters, Daille and Dorothy Held, and Sophie Chin. He is also survived by one sister, Anna (Andrew) Wang, of Portland, OR, adopted brother Hung-wen Hao, of Taiwan, and many nieces and nephews, in the US, Taiwan and China. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother, and two siblings in infancy. Gabriel's love of Chinese classical literature was expressed in numerous poetic compositions and essays. His love of music led him to sing in the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, the University of Michigan Choral Union, the choirs of Bethlehem United Church of Christ, and First Congregational Church in Ann Arbor. His lifelong devotion to the practice and teaching of tai chi and chi gung leaves numerous students all over the US and abroad. His love of cooking and his expertise made his catered banquets and his cooking classes memo rable. Gabriel's body has been donated to the University of Michigan Dept. of Anatomical Research, by his specific wish. Donations and gifts in his honor and memory may be made to: Organ Fund, Bethlehem United Church of Christ, 423 S. Fourth Street, Ann Arbor, 48104, or to the University of Michigan School of Music. A memorial service will be held at Bethlehem Church, Saturday, April 9, at 3 p.m. The family will re ceive friends at home, at 408 Hamilton Place, Ann Arbor, immediately following the service. Arrangements by Muehlig Funeral Chapel. on April 2, 2005.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 225-52-1207.² Roderic Greene Collins IV was born on February 24, 1935 at New York, New York.^1,2,4,5 He married Elizabeth Susan Allen, daughter of Alvin Peter "Alvie" Allen and Harriet Agatha Shank, on April 11, 1969 at Norfolk, Virginia.^1,6 Roderic Greene Collins IV died on January 15, 1989 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 53.^2,4,5 He Roderic Greene Collins IV, 53, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 1989, at his home in Charlottesville. He was born Feb 24, 1935, in New York City, son of the late Roderic Greene Collins III and Jessie Owen Collins. He is survived by his wife, Susan Allen Collins of Charlottesville; two sons, Roddie and Bill Collins, both of Charlottesville; a sister, Mrs. James Mall of Arlington, Texas; and two nephews, Chris and Brad Mall, both of Arlington, Texas. He was employed by the University of Virginia. on January 16, 1989.⁵

     Infant McNeil was buried at McNeil Cemetery, Griffith Creek Road, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ She died on February 18, 1913 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on February 18, 1913 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹

     Cecil Ray "Bill" Austin was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,1 His Social Security Number was 154-07-5489.⁸ He was born on March 21, 1915 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,7,3,2,6,4 He married Hazel Avice Whitenack, daughter of Chester William Whitenack and Gracie Ella Vest, on July 11, 1935 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,9,3,6 Cecil Ray "Bill" Austin died on March 12, 2000 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 84.^8,7 He AUSTIN, Cecil R., "Bill," 84, of Christiansburg, after an illustrious life and a recent battle with diabetes, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 12, 2000. He was retired from the Radford Army Ammunition Plant after 33 years service. He was a member of McDaniel Lodge A F & A M #86 for 38 years. The loving husband for 64 years to his wife, Hazel, who passed away January 26, 2000. The son of Jesse Vinton and Nanny Gay Austin. He will be remembered as a loving and dedicated father, grandfather, and a very special person and friend to all who knew him. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Lindsy R. and Barbara Austin of Salem; daughter and son-in-law, Judy A. and Larry Atkinson of Elliston; grandchildren, Ronnie Austin, Austin, Texas, Cheryl Austin, Roanoke, Sonya Austin, Elliston, Rhonda Martin, Don Joe and Shawna Hall, all of Christiansburg; stepgrandchildren, Mike and Laura Henry, Clermont, Fla., Scott and Julie Henry, Ashburn, Ken White, Savannah, Ga., Lorrie and Tim Earp, Charlotte, N.C; great-grandchildren, Robbie and Yvette Martin and Amber Hall, Christiansburg, Hannah Austin, Elliston; stepgreat-grandchildren, Alden and Abby Henry, Clermont, Fla., Christopher and Matthew Henry, Ashburn; and many nieces and nephews. Interment will be in the Wilson Cemetery. on March 13, 2000.¹

     Jessie Vinton R. Austin was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5,6 He was born on June 3, 1886 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWII Draft Registration card has a birth date of Jun 3, 1887.^{1,5,3,2,6,4,7} He married Nannie Gay Clower, daughter of Pleasant Green Clower and Sarah Elizabeth Spangler, on July 14, 1907 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² Jessie Vinton R. Austin died on September 28, 1960 at age 74.^1,5,3,6

     Nannie Gay Clower was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 She was born on August 17, 1885 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,2,5 She married Jessie Vinton R. Austin, son of Joseph Henderson Austin and Mary Catherine Akers, on July 14, 1907 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² As of July 14, 1907,her married name was Austin. Nannie Gay Clower died on October 23, 1948 at age 63.^4,3,5

     Lydia Ann Iddings was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on March 23, 1814 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,1,2 She married Byrd/Bird Smith, son of John Smith and Rosanna Bolf/Rolf, on September 13, 1832 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,2,3 As of September 13, 1832,her married name was Smith. Lydia Ann Iddings died on October 12, 1884 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 70.^4,1,2

     His Social Security Number was 236-18-3070.¹⁵ James Bernard Vest was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,7 He was born on December 22, 1922 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co., West Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Dec 20, 1922 and the Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File has Dec 23, 1922.^4,8,15,16 He married Wanda Elizabeth Whitenack, daughter of Chester William Whitenack and Gracie Ella Vest, on January 19, 1946 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{17,2,3,4,5,6,7} James Bernard Vest died on March 17, 2009 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 86.^4,15,9,16 He James Bernard Vest, 86, of Check, in Floyd County, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 17, 2009. Mr. Vest was born on December 22, 1922, in Fayetteville, W.Va., to William Arthur and Nettie Mae Gearheart Vest, who preceded him in death. He was a decorated World War II veteran and served honorably in the Medical Corps of the United States Army in Africa, Sicily, and Italy. Mr. Vest is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Wanda Elizabeth Whitenack Vest; his children and their spouses, Carol Vest Jackson, Robert Bery and Mary Vest, and John David and Cheryl Vest. He will also be greatly missed by eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at the Iddings Cemetery at the intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road in the Terry's Fork Community. Military rites will be conducted by the Disabled American Veterans of the Roanoke Valley. on March 19, 2009.⁴

     William Arthur Vest was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,10,8 His Social Security Number was 235-07-4539.¹¹ He was born on March 16, 1882 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{1,3,2,4,11,6,7,8} He married Nettie Mae Gearhart, daughter of John Harvey Gearheart and Massie Mahala Wilson, on April 12, 1905 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,2,8,6 William Arthur Vest died on April 24, 1977 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 95.^1,6,10,8 He William A. "Bill" Vest, age 95, of Daleville and formerly of Check, Va., died Sunday in a local hospital. He was a retired coal miner and a member of the U.M.W. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Esther Brown, Mrs. Ruth Pierce, Roanoke; three sons, William Paul Vest, Troutville; Bernard Vest, Check; Edgar L. Vest, Daleville; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren. Interment in Iddings Cemetery, Floyd County. on April 26, 1977.¹⁰

     Nettie Mae Gearhart was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,7,4 She The Gearhearts lived on Mattox Mountain and William first met his wife at an apple butter boiling; married when she was fifteen, went to West Virginia where he worked in the coal mines for many years with his brothers.² She was born on February 15, 1886 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,1,4,7 She married William Arthur Vest, son of Floyd Vest and Mary Jane Angle, on April 12, 1905 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,7 As of April 12, 1905,her married name was Vest. Nettie Mae Gearhart died on January 9, 1962 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.^4,7

     Her Social Security Number was 232-96-9635.⁸ Maude Victoria Conner was buried at Pleasant View Cemetery, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., West Virginia.⁹ She was born on January 1, 1892 at Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,5 She married John Marion Nutter, son of William David Nutter and Delia Beveline Persinger, on March 11, 1908 at Gatewood, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^3,4,10 As of March 11, 1908,her married name was Nutter.⁴ Maude Victoria Conner died on June 16, 1983 at West Virginia at age 91.⁸

     Ludlow Branham Sisson was buried at Sisson Cemetery, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on February 3, 1797 at Rockbridge Co., Virginia.¹ He married Catherine Grisso on January 25, 1817 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.¹ Ludlow Branham Sisson died on March 12, 1886 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 89.¹

     His Social Security Number was 149-24-8885.⁹ Carroll Dabney "C. D." Wilson Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^10,6 He was born on February 3, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{9,2,11,3,5,10,6,7,8} He married Weeta Angela Conner, daughter of Claude A. Conner and Claudene Beata Whiteneck, on February 18, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,12,11,3 Carroll Dabney "C. D." Wilson Jr. died on March 9, 2003 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 71.^1,9,4,10,6,7 He WILSON, Carroll Dabney Jr., (C.D.), 71, of Roanoke, died Sunday, March 9, 2003. He was a United States Army veteran stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech in Architecture and a retired architect of over 33 years with the former firm of Smithey & Boynton, Architects, Engineers and Planners in Roanoke. He was a avid Tech fan, bowler and pool player. C.D. was a current member of Roanoke Elks Lodge #197 and the Rebos Club. He is survived by his wife, Weeta C. Wilson of Roanoke; two sons, Michael W. Wilson of Roanoke and Russell R. Wilson of Panama City Beach, Florida; two brothers, Ray B. Wilson of Jupiter, Florida and Robert B. Wilson of Newport News; four sisters, Carolyn L. Starks of Williamsburg, Sandra J. McCraig of Virginia Beach, P. Dale Bryant of Newport News and Denise W. Stanfield of Poquoson; one uncle, Frank W. Wilson, Jr. and wife, Susan of Puyallup, Washington; two aunts, Ethel R. Roop of Roanoke and Ruby R. Stanford of Stanford, California. on March 11, 2003.¹

     Robert Lewis Barkheimer was born on March 11, 1933 at Canton, Stark Co., Ohio.² He married Phyllis Ann Wilson, daughter of James Laban "Jim" Wilson and Ethel Lena Ferris, on April 1, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Robert Lewis Barkheimer and Phyllis Ann Wilson were divorced on December 19, 1984 at Roanoke, Virginia.³

     Bob Harris Simmons Bob Harris Simmons, 77 of Floyd, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2021, after suffering many health issues. Some folks gain their wings, but we are certain he is enjoying the banquet table first! Bob is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jeanette. They were blessed with three daughters & sons-in-law, Karla & Clay Moran, Amy & Matt Graziani, and Megan & Jason Nichols. Also surviving are his eight treasured grandchildren, Zane and Luke Moran, Kayla, Conner, Callie, and Cara Graziani, and Paige and Leeah Nichols; his brother & sister-in-law, Jack and Donna Simmons; his “Conner Kin”; and many friends who enjoyed his sense of humor. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Geneva Simmons. During his lifetime, Bob served in the Army Reserves, as a Deacon, and as a Gideon. Interment will follow in the Topeco Cemetery.⁶ He was buried at Topeco Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Rt. 221, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁶ He was born on February 23, 1944 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7 He married Martha Jeannette Conner, daughter of Claude A. Conner and Claudene Beata Whiteneck, on May 17, 1968 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,8,5 Bob Harris Simmons died on November 5, 2021 at Virginia at age 77.⁶

     Robert Irvin Hall was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,7,9 He was born on October 19, 1942 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4,6,7,8 He married Judy Gay Austin, daughter of Cecil Ray "Bill" Austin and Hazel Avice Whitenack, on March 11, 1967 at Sparta, Alleghany Co., North Carolina.^3,4,6 Robert Irvin Hall and Judy Gay Austin were divorced on December 12, 1985 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ Robert Irvin Hall died on October 3, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 48; His obituary has a death date of Oct 4, 1991.^2,7 He Robert Irvin Hall, age 48, died Thursday, October 4, 1991 in a Roanoke hospital. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda H. and Dean Martin, Christiansburg; a son, Don Joe Hall, Christiansburg; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Hall, Christiansburg; three sisters, Patricia H. Bauer, Jo H. Denton, both of Christiansburg; Martha H. Yates of Ruckersville; a brother, P. J. Hall, Homestead, Fla; a granddaughter, Deanne Martin; special friends, Thelma and Keith Tingler. He was preceded in death by a brother, Howard. The funeral will be 11:00 a.m. Monday from St. Paul United Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. Richard J. Geoghegan and Rev. Jack Perdue with burial in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may call anytime Sunday at the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 an 6:00 to 8:00 Sunday afternoon and evening. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Christiansburg Rescue Squad or the Christiansburg Fire Department. on October 5, 1991.²

     Paul Joseph Hall was buried at Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg, Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 225-10-7034.³ He was born on September 17, 1911 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Juanita Price on December 25, 1935 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,1,2 Paul Joseph Hall died on July 23, 2002 at Virginia at age 90.^2,3 He HALL, PAUL JOSEPH, 90, of Christiansburg, went to be with the Lord early Tuesday, July 23, 2002. He was born to the late Joseph Haden and Nellie Boone Hall on September 17, 1911. He was preceded in death by three sons, Paul J. Hall, Jr., Robert Irvin Hall and Howard Leslie Hall; also three brothers, Weldon Hall, Ollie Hall and Wallace Hall; a sister, Lucille Hall Kirk; and a grandson, Robert E. Bauer, III. Mr. Hall was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, a Life Member and Past President of the Christiansburg Lions Club and an Honorary Member of the Christiansburg Rescue Squad. He served as an active member of the Christiansburg Volunteer Fire Department for 57 years, from 1941 until he became an Honorary Member in 1998. During that time, Paul held every office in the Department, including Fire Chief (1969-71). Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Juanita Price Hall; three daughters, Pat Bauer and Jo Denton, both of Christiansburg, and Martha Yates of Gordonsville, Va; a sister, Mrs. Dennis (Blake) Whitlock of Shawsville; 12 grandchildren, Anthony Joseph Hall, Elizabeth B. Christian, Susan B. Roop, Rhonda H. Trump, DonJo Hall, Megan Hall, Leslie Shannon Hall, Dwayne Yates, Scott Yates, Candi Y. Lawhorn, Chris Denton and Stacy D. Sutphin; 22 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday from St. Paul United Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. Doug Kanney and Rev. Chuck McHone. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery in Blacksburg. Friends may call anytime after 12 noon Wednesday at the Horne Funeral Home and the family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 5 until 8 p.m. The family wishes to express their appreciation to everyone at English Meadow for their love and care. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Christiansburg Fire Department, 110 Depot Street, Christiansburg, Va. 24073 or to the Christiansburg Rescue Squad, Box 176, Christiansburg, Va. 24068. The Hall family is being served by Horne Funeral Service. (382-2612) on July 24, 2002.²

     Malinda Demeris "Lindie" Conner was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, 1078 Huffville Road, NE, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on May 28, 1873 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth year of 1877 which is not supported by the 1880 Census.^1,2,4 She married Charles Thomas Anderson, son of John W. Anderson and Julia Ann Ridinger, on September 19, 1896 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5,4 As of September 19, 1896,her married name was Anderson. Malinda Demeris "Lindie" Conner died on May 29, 1945 at Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 72.^2,4