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     Dennis Lee "Denny" Craighead was born on November 30, 1935 at Coal City, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,3 He married Nancy Lou Price on May 29, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Dennis Lee "Denny" Craighead married Anita Robin Lewis on September 13, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 Dennis Lee "Denny" Craighead died on November 2, 2014 at Virginia at age 78.² He Dennis Lee Craighead, 78, of Roanoke went home to be with the Lord Sunday, November 2, 2014. He was preceded in death by his father, George Dennis Craighead; mother, Odessa Mae Lilly Craighead; step/mother, Earsie Craighead; brother, Dallas Craighead; sister, Earsie Proctor; and his first wife, Nancy Price Craighead. Dennis was a devoted and faithful member and volunteer at Fellowship Community Church. He retired after 38 years of service with Meadow Gold Dairy and later retired from the Roanoke County School System. He was a kindhearted easy going person who never met a stranger. Surviving are his wife, Anita Lewis Craighead; sons, Gary (Elaine) Craighead; Randall Craighead all of Roanoke; and a number of nieces, nephews and other family members. on November 7, 2014.²

     Cora Lee Stephens was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.⁴ She was born in November, 1877 at Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^5,3 As of December 23, 1903,her married name was Worley.³ She married Thomas Peter Worley on December 23, 1903 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^3,4,6 Cora Lee Stephens died on September 14, 1927 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 49.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 227-44-9836.⁸ Dallas Landon Craighead was buried at Conyer Springs Cemetery, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^1,2 He was born on March 5, 1937 at Coal City, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^8,2,3,9 He married Janice Eileen Morgan on March 8, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Dallas Landon Craighead and Janice Eileen Morgan were divorced on March 20, 1978 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ Dallas Landon Craighead died on October 9, 1984 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 47.^8,2

     Earsie Eloise Craighead and Clyde Melvin Jones Jr. were divorced.¹ Earsie Eloise Craighead was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on January 8, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,2 She married Clyde Melvin Jones Jr. on June 6, 1959 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 6, 1959,her married name was Jones.² Earsie Eloise Craighead married Calvin Thomas Proctor Sr. on October 21, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,2 As of October 21, 1961,her married name was Proctor.² Earsie Eloise Craighead died on February 10, 2014 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.⁴ She Earsie C. Proctor, 73, of Roanoke, died Monday, February 10, 2014 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born January 8, 1941 a daughter of the late George D. and Earsie F. Craighead. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a brother, Dallas Craighead and a sister, Shirley Jean Craighead. Surviving her are her husband of 52 years, Calvin Proctor Sr; children, Calvin "Tommy" Proctor Jr. (Dianne), Cynthia "Cindy" Rogers (Mark) and Kimberly "Kim" Bernard (Bill); five sisters; six brothers; thirteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends. Burial will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton. on February 12, 2014.⁴

     Carless Eugene Craighead Sr. Carless "Craig" Craighead of Goodview, Virginia passed away on Thursday, August 25th, 2022. Craig was born July 20, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earsie Faye and George Dennis Craighead, his brothers, Denny and Dallas Craighead and sisters Earsie Proctor and Shirley Jean Craighead. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Vickie Trent Craighead: His son, Scott Craighead of Tarpon Springs, Florida and his daughter Misty Frankenberry and her husband Joseph, of Vinton, Virginia. His grandchildren: Alexis, Morgan, Dylan, Daniel and Karli. His brothers: Arthur Craighead of Magnolia, Texas, David [Doc]Craighead of Hudson, Florida, Dewey Craighead of Costa Rica, and Bobby Craighead and his wife Tammy of Marion, Virginia. His sisters: Donna Watson and her husband Jerry of Moneta, Virginia, Kathy Maddox and her husband Charles of Indian Land, South Carolina, Debbie Fontaine and her husband Mark of Wytheville, Virginia, Mary and her husband Carl of Rocky Mount, Virginia, Susan and her husband Timmy of Roanoke, Virginia. He is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces. A graduate of Cave Spring High School, Craig went on the join the Air Force. Then After marrying the love of his life, Vickie, they lived in New Mexico, where their son, Scott, was born. From there they moved to Italy where their daughter, Misty, was born. Afterward they moved to North Carolina before returning to the Roanoke area. He then went to college at Radford University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1982. He and Vickie built a home in Bedford, Virginia with the help of family and friends where they resided for the past 28 years. During this time, he worked as an insurance agent then retired from Rick Woodson Honda after 17 years. The second love of his life was spending time with his children and grandchildren. Old classic cars were another love, which he enjoyed restoring for many years. He also loved boating, skiing, camping and being with his with family and friends. Residing in rural Virginia, he enjoyed watching all the wildlife around his home. Craig's family would like to express sincere appreciation for the many acts of kindness shown during this time of grief and sadness. Your love and support will always be remembered.⁴ He was born on July 20, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 He married Vickie Lynn Trent, daughter of Joseph Allen "Joe" Trent and Catherine Lorene Aldridge, on February 27, 1971 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,7,2,4 Carless Eugene Craighead Sr. died on August 25, 2022 at Virginia at age 73.⁴

     Issac Eldridge Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6,7 His Social Security Number was 223-12-3067.⁸ He was born on September 6, 1904 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,1,2,6,7 He married Ethel Beatrice Craighead, daughter of Peter Everett "Pete" Craighead and Elzora Jane "Ellie" Conner, on May 14, 1926 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^1,2,9 Issac Eldridge Spangler died on September 27, 1976 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 72.^1,2,6,7

     David Andrews/Andrew Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁸ He married Theresa Ann Bowen.^1,3 David Andrews/Andrew Spangler was born on June 12, 1943 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,6,1,9 He married Nada Rebecca Cline on July 10, 1965 at Winchester, Virginia.^5,6,10 David Andrews/Andrew Spangler and Nada Rebecca Cline were divorced on February 8, 1980 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ David Andrews/Andrew Spangler married Sharon Elaine Sartin on November 1, 1981.^5,6 David Andrews/Andrew Spangler died on March 16, 2010 at Rockbridge Co., Virginia, at age 66.^1,3,2 He David Andrews Spangler, 66, of Goshen, Va., died on Tuesday, March 16, 2010. He was born on June 12, 1943, in Montgomery County, a son of the late Isaac Eldridge Spangler and Ethel Beatrice Craighead Spangler. David was retired truck driver with Landford Brothers, Inc. in Roanoke. He was a member of the Goshen Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Theresa Ann Bowen Spangler, of Goshen; one son, Steven L. Spangler, of Rocky Mount; one daughter, Shawn Marie Altice, of Martinsville; one step daughter, Julie Maria Woodson Nicely McCauley, of Goshen; one stepson, Terry Woodson, of Goshen; two granddaughters; one grandson; three brothers, John Winfield, of Salem; Joanthan Wainwrieht, of Blacksburg, and Ray Spangler, of Shawsville; and one sister, Rufus Haymaker, of Virginia Beach. on March 17, 2010.¹

     Jonathan Wainright Spangler married Alma Elizabeth Blankenship.^1,2 Jonathan Wainright Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^6,4 He and Alma Elizabeth Blankenship were divorced.² Jonathan Wainright Spangler was born on August 13, 1945 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,4 He died on November 11, 2014 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 69.^6,4 He Jonathan W. Spangler, 69, of Blacksburg, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, November 11, 2014, in Lewis Gale Medical Center in Montgomery County. John was born August 13, 1945, in Shawsville, and was one of 10 children born to Isaac E. Spangler and Ethel B. Craighead. He was preceded by his eight brothers and is survived by his one sister, Mary R. Haymaker and husband, Wayne, of Virginia Beach; along with three sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a few great-aunts and great-uncles. John is a United States Army Vietnam Service Veteran and a member of DAV, Chapter VA29. Jean Pauley will deliver his cremains to his Mom and Dad's cemetery, The Spangler Family Cemetery, in Shawsville for a private graveside service. on November 16, 2014.⁶

     William H./R. Gray was buried at Gray Cemetery, Rt. 891.2 mile east of Rt. 692 intersection, Cana, Carroll Co., Virginia.³ He was born circa 1790 at Pennsylvania. He married Mary "Polly" Hale on November 25, 1812 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ William H./R. Gray died circa 1846 at Grayson Co., Virginia.³

     His Social Security Number was 223-30-5341.¹¹ Paul Daniel Spangler Sr. was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia; Cremated and his ashes are in the cemetery.^3,7 He was born on March 15, 1927 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^11,3,4,5 He married Edith Shaetzl on April 6, 1962 at Munich, Germany.^3,5 Paul Daniel Spangler Sr. and Edith Shaetzl were divorced on October 30, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 Paul Daniel Spangler Sr. died on March 28, 1993 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 66.^11,2,3,6 He SPANGLER, Paul Daniel Sr., 66, of Rocky Mount, formerly of Shawsville, died Sunday, March 28, 1993. Mr. Spangler will be cremated and a memorial service held at a later date. on March 29, 1993.²

     Bernard Matthew Spangler was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^10,6 His Social Security Number was 225-32-1132.¹¹ He was born on April 2, 1928 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^11,2,3,5 He married Dorothy Jean Harris, daughter of Frank Edward Harris and Cynthia Alice Burke, on March 4, 1950 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^2,3,12 Bernard Matthew Spangler died on August 24, 1992 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 64.^11,10,2,4 He Bernard M. Spangler, age 64, of 4934 Florist Road, N.W. died Monday, August 24, 1992. He attended Valley View Wesleyan Church, was a retired employee of Valley Rich Dairy and was a Navy Veteran of World War II. He was predeceased by one son Bernard Wayne Spangler. He is survived by his wife, D. Jean Spangler; two daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Donnie Kidd, Boones Mill; Linda and Victor Bristow, Troutville; one son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Odilee Spangler, Roanoke; five brothers, Paul Spangler, Rocky Mount; John, David and Jonathan Spangler, all of Shawsville; Kenneth Spangler, Roanoke; one sister, Mary Ruth Haymaker, Virginia Beach; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on August 25, 1992.¹⁰

     James Arnold Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,5 His Social Security Number was 223-30-6497.⁸ He was born on October 20, 1929 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,8,3,5 He married Rosa Lee Birdsong on December 8, 1954 at Hertford, Perquimans Co., North Carolina.^1,2,9 James Arnold Spangler and Rosa Lee Birdsong were divorced on March 25, 1963 at Norfolk, Virginia.^2,9 James Arnold Spangler died on February 17, 1983 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 53.^1,2,8,3,5

     John Winfield Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹² He was born on September 26, 1932 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4,5,13,7 He married Frankie Elizabeth Harris, daughter of Frank Edward Harris and Cynthia Alice Burke, on June 2, 1956 at Fincastle, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 John Winfield Spangler and Frankie Elizabeth Harris were divorced on April 19, 1961 at Norfolk, Virginia.^2,5 John Winfield Spangler married Janina Patricia "Jennie" Kryger on August 10, 1965 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.² John Winfield Spangler and Janina Patricia "Jennie" Kryger were divorced in August, 1972.² John Winfield Spangler died on September 28, 2013 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 81.^12,6,13,8 He SPANGLER, John Winfield, 81, of Salem died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home. on October 4, 2013.⁶

     Billie Eugene Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 He was born on July 28, 1934 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,6,7,1,2,3 He died on December 12, 1944 at Alleghany, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 10; Died of a brain tumor.^5,6,7,2,3

     Howard Kenneth Spangler I was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁹ His Social Security Number was 227-44-7542.¹⁰ He was born on April 27, 1936 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,10,3,4 He married Jeannine Evelyn Kittinger on November 2, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,4,5 Howard Kenneth Spangler I died on February 28, 2006 at Virginia at age 69.^2,10 He Howard Kenneth Spangler, I, 69, of Roanoke, born April 27, 1936, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 28, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Ethel Spangler and five brothers. Mr. Spangler served his country four years in the U. S. Navy, 15 years on the Roanoke City Police Department and retired from Service America Corp. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jeannine K. Spangler; daughter, Belinda Spangler Jones; daughter and son-in-law, Anna Jo Spangler Gill and Tim; son, Howard Kenneth Spangler, II; grandchildren, Genesis Maria Jones, Howard Kenneth Spangler, III, Brian Nathanal Spangler, Alexander Bryce Gill; one sister; and three brothers. on March 2, 2006.²

     Mary Ruth Spangler was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ She was born on July 24, 1938 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,5 She married Wayne Franklin Haymaker on December 23, 1958.^2,3,7,5 As of December 23, 1958,her married name was Haymaker.² Mary Ruth Spangler died on December 17, 2023 at Virginia at age 85.⁵ She Mary Ruth "Ruthie" Spangler-Haymaker, July 24, 1938 - December 17, 2023. Mary Ruth "Ruthie" Spangler-Haymaker, 85 years old, of Salem, Va., gained her angel wings peacefully in the arms of her daughter, Debby, with stories of Heaven and family joining her on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, SFC Wayne Franklin Haymaker Sr; parents, Isaac Eldridge Spangler and Ethel Beatrice Craighead-Spangler; brothers, Paul Daniel Spangler Sr., Bernard Matthew Spangler, James Arnold Spangler, John Winfield Spangler, Billie Eugene Spangler, Howard Kenneth Spangler Sr., David Andrew Spangler, Jonathan Wainwright Spangler, and Avis Lee Spangler; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Luther Roscoe Haymaker and Mary Elizabeth Crowder-Haymaker; brothers-in-law, Donald Eugene Haymaker and Ara Aris Ayanian; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Jean Harris-Spangler, Jeannine Evelyn Kittinger Spangler, Nada Rebecca Cline- Spangler, Rosa Lee Birdsong, Theresa Ann Bowen-Spangler, Mary Lou Gaynell Haymaker-Ayanian, and Nellie Bernice Reed-Haymaker; daughter-in-law, Carole Ashley McCraw-Haymaker; and nephews, James Steven Spangler and Paul Daniel Spangler Jr. Mary is survived by son, Wayne (Abbe) Haymaker Jr; daughters, Debby (Billy) Wolfe and Tina Haymaker-Greene; grand kids, Don (Jess) Smith Jr., Michelle (Stephen) Jenks Ping, Caroline Haymaker, and Katelynn (Charles) Seaman; great-grand kids, Morgan Smith, Skylar Smith, Mason Seaman, Everly Seaman, and Baby Boy Ping; brother-in-law, Bob (Bonnie) Haymaker; sisters-in-law, Edith Schaeltz-Spangler, Sharon Sartin-Spangler, and Karen Cooper-Haymaker; aunt, Stella Craighead-Freeman; very close cousin, Benjamin Ray Spangler Sr; many nephews, nieces, and cousins; and last but not least, her Maine Coon cat, Smokey! Mary was born on July 24, 1938, to Isaac Eldridge Spangler and Ethel Beatrice Craighead-Spangler in Montgomery County, Va. Mom was child number seven (7) with six older brothers and later would have three younger brothers, she helped raise. Mary was raised in a religious mountain musical household. Mary's love of singing and playing the piano or autoharp began at four years old. Mary went with her eldest brother, Paul, to Spain and graduated 1957 Torrejon High School, Madrid Spain. Upon Mary returning home in 1958, she met Wayne Sr. Wayne Sr. and Mary were married on December 23,1958. Mary excelled as "A Military Wife." Mary was a very skilled cook, gardener, and seamstress plus enjoyed transcribing her husband's class materials. Mary raised three children with the challenges of the military and Wayne serving two Vietnam Tours. When Mary and Wayne Sr.'s kids were grown, Mary returned to her deepest and dearest passions. Mary embraced playing and singing again with returning to her roots. Mary will always be Mountain Autoharp. Mary was part of two bands being Hayriders and Seneca Mountain Band. Wayne Sr became Mary's stage set up and maintenance man to enable Mary to live her dream. Mary played music at Farmers Market, Festivals, Veterans Centers, Nursing Homes, etc. Mary and Wayne Sr. are both lovingly remembered by the music community with their love and big smiles. The family wishes to thank Mary's POAs, Loretta Spangler-Bailess and Dean Edward Spangler, for their dedication and very hard work for these last two years. Also, the family wants to thank Hospice, all the Doctors, RNs, CNAs, PCAs, and Case Workers. Heartfelt thanks to everyone for their help, encouragement, and prayers. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Mary's smile brightened everyone's heart and will always be remembered for it. on December 20, 2023.⁵

     Avis Lee "Abe" Spangler married Edith Shaetzl.^1,2 Avis Lee "Abe" Spangler was buried at William Winfield Spangler Cemetery, 1033 Friendship Road, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ He was born on July 16, 1947.^1,2 He died on August 30, 1985 at age 38; Died in an industrial accident in the Petersburg-Richmont area while resurfacing a highway at night.^1,2

     Edward Howard Gray Jr. married Mary Unknown. Edward Howard Gray Jr. was born before 1785 at Pennsylvania.^2,3 He died in September, 1859 at Floyd Co., Virginia; Died of palsey, his death was reported by the Overseer of the Poor.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 231-32-6266.⁷ Zollie Erie Allen Craighead was buried at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, corner of Mt. Pleasant Bvd. SE and Pitzer Road SE, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,2,5 He was born on March 7, 1929 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^{1,7,8,2,3,4,5,9,6} He married Barbara Ann Leslie on January 31, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,10,8,3 Zollie Erie Allen Craighead died on February 3, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 49.^7,8,2,5

     His Social Security Number was 230-40-6823.⁷ Carl Andrew Pacetti Sr. was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,6 He married Janette Marie "Janet" Rutledge.⁶ Carl Andrew Pacetti Sr. was born on June 9, 1935 at Miami, Dade Co., Florida.^7,8,3,6 He married Mildred Etheleen Reed, daughter of William Alfred Reed and Sarah Isabelle Nichols, on May 23, 1953 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Carl Andrew Pacetti Sr. and Mildred Etheleen Reed were divorced on October 25, 1962 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 Carl Andrew Pacetti Sr. died on November 26, 1986 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 51.^8,6

     Her Social Security Number was 225-44-3988.⁴ Ailene Maureen Pacetti was born on May 7, 1938 at Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia; Her obituary has a birth date of May 8, 1938.^5,3,4,7 She married Harvey Daniel Conner, son of Leonard Jackson Conner and Margie Catherine Maxey, on July 31, 1953 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ As of July 31, 1953,her married name was Conner.¹ Ailene Maureen Pacetti and Harvey Daniel Conner were divorced on January 7, 1959 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,9 Ailene Maureen Pacetti married Lewis Lovern Greenwood on July 6, 1960 at Edgefield Co., South Carolina.^5,2 As of July 6, 1960,her married name was Greenwood.² Ailene Maureen Pacetti and Lewis Lovern Greenwood were divorced on April 26, 1988 at Catawba Co., North Carolina.^5,10 Ailene Maureen Pacetti died on January 11, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 68.^3,4,7 She Aileen Maureen Greenwood, passed away on January 11, 2007 at the age of 68. She was born on May 8, 1938 to Lawrence and Augusta Pacetti. She was an active member of Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall in Floyd, Va. Ms. Greenwood is survived by a daughter, Rosa Donahue; a son, Lewis Conner and wife Jamie. She was a grandmother to two grandsons, four granddaughters, with two great-grandsons. Also survived by sisters, Jamie Richardson, Wanda Crowe and Josephine Carico and a brother, Willard Pacetti; also a special friend Lillian Roland. on January 17, 2007.⁷

     Cary Gray was buried at Howery-Gray Cemetery, N 37 00.221 W 80 08.453, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on October 27, 1805 at Virginia.^1,5 He married Rebecca Sowder, daughter of Jacob Sowder and Anne Prillaman, on January 6, 1829 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² Cary Gray died on May 9, 1890 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 84.⁵