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     Delphia Marie Gwaltney was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,7 Her Social Security Number was 231-30-9625.¹¹ She was born on December 11, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,11,5,7 She died on January 7, 2005 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 77.^3,11,6,7 She Delphia (Marie) Gwaltney, 77, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, January 7, 2005. A native of Roanoke, she was a lifetime area resident. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles E. and Virgie Gwaltney Akers; her sister, Virginia Mohler; and her brother, Billy N. Akers. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, James E. and Dottie Gwaltney of Roanoke; brother-in-law, C. Earnest Mohler, Jr. of Virginia Beach; sister-in-law, Phyllis B. Hosfeld and husband, Rev. Lloyd Hosfeld, of Vinton; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. on January 9, 2005.³

     James Edward Gwaltney was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,9 He was born on June 8, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{4,6,15,8,9,16} He married Jean Eleanor/Ellen Montgomery on June 19, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^17,6 James Edward Gwaltney and Jean Eleanor/Ellen Montgomery were divorced on February 16, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ James Edward Gwaltney married Claire Isabell on March 1, 1952 at Hertford, Perquimans Co., North Carolina.^7,10 James Edward Gwaltney and Claire Isabell were divorced on August 8, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ James Edward Gwaltney married Dorothy Marie "Dottie" Henley circa 1960.^4,18 James Edward Gwaltney died on November 21, 2009 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^4,5,15,9,16 He James Edward Gwaltney, 83, of Roanoke, Va., went to join the Lord and his heavenly family on Saturday, November 21, 2009. He was born on June 8, 1926, to Charles Gwaltney and Virgie Ellen King Gwaltney. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Edward Gwaltney; brother, Billy N. Akers; sister, Virginia Gwaltney Mohler and husband, Cecil Ernest Mohler Jr; and sister, Delphia Marie Gwaltney. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy Henley Gwaltney; grandson, Michael Edward Gwaltney Jr; granddaughter, Kimberly G. Connell and husband, Frank; greatgrandchildren, Kristin and Andrew Lawson, and Evan and Ethan Gwaltney; sister-in-law and husband, Loyd and Phyllis Hosfeld; mother-in-law, Marie Henley; brothers-in-law, Robert W. Henley and Tipton Johnson, sister-in-law, Connie H. Dudley; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Jimmy served in the United States Navy in the South Pacific during World War II, in the Korean War and during the Cold War, for a total of 12 years. He retired from Norfolk Southern Corporation after 43 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and gardener. He also loved trading and owning numerous cars, trucks and SUV's travel and the beach. Interment with Military Honors by the DAV Honor Guard at Mountain View Memorial Park. on November 23, 2009.⁴

     Dorothy Marie "Dottie" Henley was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.² She was born on July 19, 1939 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ As of circa 1960,her married name was Gwaltney.¹ She married James Edward Gwaltney, son of Charles Edward "Charlie" Gwaltney and Virgie Ellen King, circa 1960.^1,2 Dorothy Marie "Dottie" Henley died on February 11, 2017 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 77.² She Dorothy Henley (Dottie) Gwaltney, 77, of Roanoke County, Va., went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, February 11, 2017. She joined her beloved husband of nearly 50 years, James Edward Gwaltney; and her parents, James Charles and Claire Marie Dillon Henley. A great-nephew, Austin Henley; and a great-niece, Brittany Henley, also preceded her in death. Dottie was a very elegant lady. She was a person who loved her family and friends without any reservations. A lifelong Methodist she was very dedicated in her faith and most recently attended Cave Spring United Methodist Church. Dottie was also a very diligent worker and retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad with nearly 40 years of service. Her survivors include her sister, Connie Henley Dudley; her brother, Bob Henley; an uncle, James H. Dillon (Christine); nieces, Dana Montgomery (Tony) and Miranda Dudley; and nephews, Steve Spencer (Lou), Tracy Henley (Kim), James Henley (Sissy) and Troy Henley. Also surviving are her special friends, Linda Alexander, Earl and Marci Atkins; numerous great-nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Interment will follow at Mountain View Memorial Park in Boones Mill. on February 14, 2017.²

     His Social Security Number was 227-36-4418.¹² Billy Nathan Akers was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹³ He was born on May 22, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^12,4,6,8 He married Phyllis Jean Brumfield on December 22, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ Billy Nathan Akers died on October 14, 1997 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 60.^12,7,8,13 He AKERS, Billy N., 60, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 1997. Mr. Akers retired from the Roanoke City Fire Department with 31 years of service and was a Deacon at Oakland Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis B. Akers; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Joe Williams, Donna and Bill Martin; grandchildren, Katelyn and Allie Williams; stepgranddaughter, Leanne Martin; sisters and a brother-in-law, Virginia and Cecil Mohler, and Marie Gwaltney; brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Dottie Gwaltney, George and Louise Akers; half sisters, Myra Page, Doris Sledd, and Bernice Stout. The interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on October 17, 1997.¹³

     His Social Security Number was 231-42-4920.⁶ John Roger Epperly was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ He married Doris Richardson.^1,3 John Roger Epperly was born on January 19, 1940 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^5,6,7 He died on April 16, 1986 at Saint Lucie Co., Florida, at age 46.^5,7

     Brenda Joyce Manning was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,6 She was born on April 12, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ She died on October 8, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 225-38-1960.⁸ David Bruce Honaker was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,6 He was born on October 21, 1932 at Bell Co., Kentucky.^8,3,5,6,9 He married Arlene Lois Manning, daughter of Alton Lemon Manning and Thelma Gay Bartlett, on December 31, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 David Bruce Honaker died on August 19, 1998 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 65.^8,2,5,6,7 He HONAKER, David B., 65, of Salem, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 1998. He was a beloved husband and father. He will be greatly missed by his family. He is survived by his wife, Arlene Manning Honaker; son and daughter-in-law, Glenn and Diane Honaker; three stepsons and wives, Ronnie and Anita Bryant, Randall and Pamela Bryant, Bruce and Karen Bryant; two grandchildren, Melissa and Trevor Honaker; two stepgrandchildren, Chris and Chad Bryant; brother, Paul Honaker; five sisters, Elizabeth Intartaglia, Ruth Seal, Lucille Stamper, Margaret Stump, Phyllis (Candy) Stafford; numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park. on August 20, 1998.²

     His Social Security Number was 407-36-0015.⁶ Paul Leonard Honaker Sr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,7,8 He was born on October 27, 1930 at Harlan Co., Kentucky.^6,7,4,5,9,8 He married Darlene Dale Manning, daughter of Alton Lemon Manning and Thelma Gay Bartlett, on April 28, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 Paul Leonard Honaker Sr. and Darlene Dale Manning were divorced on December 1, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹⁰ Paul Leonard Honaker Sr. died on January 21, 2002 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 71.^6,2,11,7,5,8 He HONAKER, Paul, 71, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 21, 2002. He was predeceased by his parents, Leonard and Bessie Honaker, sisters, Anna Bell Compton and Irene Flinchum, brother, David Honaker. Paul was the owner of Paul Honaker Painting for over 50 years. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, where he received the Purple Heart and various other medals for his service. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Paul L. "P. J." and Debbie Honaker of Vinton; daughter, Teresa Ann Honaker of Roanoke; granddaughter, Patricia D. Honaker; stepgrandchild, Chrystal Boitnott; mother of his children, Darlene D. Honaker, Roanoke; special sister-in-law, Arlene Honaker; sisters, Elizabeth Intartaglia of Tampa, Fla., Lucille Stamper, Grafton, Va., Ruth Seal, Staunton, Va., Margaret Stump, Keen Mtn., Va. and Phyllis "Candy" Smith, Roanoke. A graveside service will at Sherwood Memorial Park. on January 23, 2012.²

     Jerry Wayne Harris Mr. Jerry Wayne Harris, formerly of the Brosville Community, passed away on November 9, 2022, after an extended illness. Mr. Harris was born on November 26, 1941, in Pittsylvania County. He was the oldest son of the late James Clyde “Jiggs” Harris and the late Mary Alice Soyars Harris. He was a long-time member of the Brosville community and a graduate of Brosville High School. Mr. Harris was an avid fan of bluegrass music and enjoyed picking and grinning on his guitar with his family and friends. He was predeceased by wives Judith Bryant Harris and Evelyn DeHart Harris. He was the father of Lisa Harris Ober of Charlotte, NC and Beth Harris Keefer and husband Derek of Raleigh, NC and the stepfather of Brenda and Vince Millard of Danville and Jettie and Deborah Wright of Salem, VA. He was the beloved grandfather of Zachary, Matthew, Baylee, Christopher and Chad and the great-grandfather of Brelynn, David, Madison, Alicia and Ella. Mr. Harris is survived by his brothers Daryl Harris (Susan) of South Boston and Ricky Harris (Joanne) and Mark Harris (Diane) of Danville, and a sister-in-law, Cynthia Harris of Pilot Mountain, NC. He is predeceased by brother Jimmy Harris and his faithful companion Sly. Mr. Harris was previously a member of Welcome Baptist Church and then a deacon at Vandola Baptist Church. Interment will be at Danville Memorial Gardens.⁶ He was buried at Danville Memorial Gardens, Danville, Virginia.^7,6 He married Evelyn Jean Manning, daughter of Alton Lemon Manning and Thelma Gay Bartlett.^1,2,3,4,5,6 Jerry Wayne Harris was born on November 26, 1941 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁶ He died on November 9, 2022 at Virginia at age 80.⁶

     Barbara Jean Hodges was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,5 Her Social Security Number was 224-46-6134.⁶ She was born on August 5, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,6,2,3,5,4 As of October 13, 1956,her married name was Manning.¹ She married Homer Willie Manning, son of Alton Lemon Manning and Thelma Gay Bartlett, on October 13, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Barbara Jean Hodges died on October 7, 2001 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 65.^6,2,5 She MANNING, Barbara Jean Hodges, 65, of Roanoke, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2001 at Carilion Roanoke Rehab after a long battle with Lymphoma. Barbara was born August 5, 1936 in Roanoke. Barbara graduated from Jefferson Senior High School in the wonderful class of 1954 and remained an active class reunion committee member. She retired from Bell Atlantic with 43 years of service. Barbara was a member of Grandin Court Baptist Church in Roanoke. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 45 years, Homer W. Manning; her daughter, Barbara Kathryn Manning, Roanoke. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Roberta Woodson Hodges Garst and David Richard Hodges; and also by an infant sister, Rebecca Frances Hodges. Surviving is her stepfather, Howard C. Garst and nine uncles and aunts and their spouses, Joseph Woodson, Fred and Lois Woodson, Bobby "Pete" Woodson, Dorothy Jean and Tommy Hartman, Rachel and Frank Guthrie, Joyce and Lester Reed, all of Roanoke, Shirley and Marvin Foster, Rosemary and Tom Palmer of Vinton, Janice and Ron Sink, Blue Ridge. Also surviving are her mother-in-law, Thelma Manning, Roanoke; and the following sisters and brothers-in-law and their spouses, Arlene Honaker, Darlene Honaker, Thomas and Mary Manning Roanoke, Evelyn and Jerry Harris of Danville, Cindy and Richard "Buddy" Owens, Salem, Barbara is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and devoted friends. Interment to follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family would like to thank the family members, friends, doctors and nurses that provided care and loving support to Barbara throughout her long illness. Special gratitude to the Oncology physicians and nurses of Carilion Roanoke Rehab, 3rd Floor and the Carilion Southwest Virginia Center; the physical therapists with Lewis Gale Medical Center Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center; and Gentle Shepard Hospice for her care. The family wishes to express their love and understanding to all lymphoma cancer patients and their families. on October 9, 2001.²

     Mildred Frances Kessler was buried at Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery, Indian Valley, Floyd Co., Virginia.² Her Social Security Number was 228-30-6913.⁴ She was born on December 31, 1926 at Bonsack, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,1 As of April 8, 1950,her married name was Starkey.³ She married Willard Eugene "Gene" Starkey, son of Berkley Thomas Starkey and Maude Esther Collins, on April 8, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 Mildred Frances Kessler died on January 18, 2002 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 75.^2,4 She STARKEY, Mildred Kessler, 75, of Floyd, passed away Friday, January 18, 2002, at her home. She was predeceased by a son, Mark Starkey. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Willard (Gene) Starkey, a son and daughter-in-law, Wes and Jean Starkey and a granddaughter, Mary Beth Starkey, all of Floyd; one brother, Richard Kessler of Troutville; two sisters, Phyllis Hall of Blue Ridge and Louise Hollandsworth of Roanoke. Graveside funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday at the Capitain George Quessenberry Cemetery, Indian Valley, with the Rev. James Worline officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Wood Funeral Home.
on January 20, 2002.²

     His Social Security Number was 223-88-7072.⁶ Mark Coleman Starkey was buried at Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery, Indian Valley, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on January 12, 1956 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,2,3 He died on August 4, 1978 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 22; Shot by an assailant.^6,3

     Her Social Security Number was 231-52-1723.¹⁰ Elsie Geneva Waldron was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,11 She was born on March 13, 1940 at Airport, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^10,5,11,6 As of circa 1960,her married name was Wood.² She married Cecil Earl Wood circa 1960.^1,2,3,7,4,8 Elsie Geneva Waldron died on April 16, 2005 at Virginia at age 65.^2,10,11 She Our loved one, Elsie Waldron Wood, 65, of Bent Mountain, went to Heaven on Saturday, April 16, 2005. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 45 years, Cecil Wood. Her daughters and "sons", Karleta Wood and Greg Argabright, Mitzi and David Faron and her grandson, Thomas Faron. Her sisters and brothers, Bette Yeatts, Don and Cheryl Waldron, Cindy and Don Cromer and Jeff Waldron. Her special nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and her many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norma and William Waldron and a brother-in-law, Shirley Robert Yeatts. Elsie was a member of Mount Union Church of the Brethren. Graveside funeral services will be conducted in Rest Vale Cemetery, Floyd County, Virginia. on April 17, 2005.²

     Donald William "Don" Waldron was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,10 He was born on August 16, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,10 He married Cheryl Arlene Ninmann on June 19, 1971 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,10 Donald William "Don" Waldron died on July 14, 2016 at Virginia at age 67.^4,10 He Donald William (Don) Waldron, 67, of Bent Mountain, Va., went to his Heavenly home on Thursday, July 14, 2016. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and neighbors. He was a member of Copper Hill Church of the Brethren. Don was preceded in his Homegoing by his parents, William and Norma Collins Waldron; a sister and brother-in-law, Elsie W. and Cecil Wood; a brother, Jeffrey Waldron; and a brother-in-law, Shirley Robert Yeatts. Don is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cheryl Ninmann Waldron; son and daughter-in-law, Jonathan and Sue Vest Waldron; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and George Thomas; sister, Bette W. Yeatts; sister and brother-in-law, Cyndi W. and Don Cromer; brother-in-law, Ben Ninmann of Lancaster, Pa; nieces and families, Mitzi Wood Faron and David Faron, Thomas Faron and fiancée, Brittany, Karleta Wood, Tiffany Yeatts Edmunds and Michael Edmunds, and Zane and Grace Edmunds; and aunts, Lois King Waldron and Lois Collins. Graveside Services will be held in the Copper Hill Cemetery. on July 16, 2016.⁴

     Cynthia Jeanette "Cindy" Waldron was born on December 11, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.^10,6,7 As of December 10, 1983,her married name was Cromer.⁷ She married Donald Wilson "Don" Cromer on December 10, 1983 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{1,2,3,4,8,5,7} Cynthia Jeanette "Cindy" Waldron died on January 24, 2019 at Virginia at age 63.^5,10 She Cynthia “Cindy” W. Cromer, 63, of Roanoke went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 24, 2019. She was a member of Mount Union Church of the Brethren. She was dedicated to her employer, Anthem Blue Cross for over 40 plus years. Cindy was preceded in death by her parents William and Norma Waldron, sister, Elsie Wood; two brothers, Don Waldron, Jeff Waldron. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Donald W. Cromer; sister, Bette W. Yeatts; sister-in-law, Cheryl Waldron; mother-in-law, Juanita W. Cromer; brothers-in-law, Steve Cromer (Dreama), Tommy Cromer (Vicki); nieces and nephews, Mitzi Faron (David), Karlata Wood, Tiffany Edmonds (Michael), Jon Waldron (Sue), Susan Thomas (George), Chuck Cromer; beloved great nieces and nephews, Zane and Grace Edmonds, Thomas Faron (Brittany) Chase and Cameron Cromer. A graveside service will be held at Restvale Cemetery, Copper Hill. The family would like to give a special appreciation to the staff of Lewis Gale Hospital and Duke University Medical Center and to her work family at Anthem. on January 25, 2019.⁵

     Daniel Jeffrey "Jeff" Waldron was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,9 His Social Security Number was 223-88-5421.¹⁰ He was born on May 2, 1957 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^10,5,9 He died on November 25, 2012 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 55.^4,10,9,6 He Daniel Jeffrey Waldron, 55, of Bent Mountain, passed away on Sunday November 25, 2012, at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Norma Waldron; and a sister, Elsie Wood, all of Roanoke County. He was a previous long time employee of Graham White Manufacturing in Salem, Va. He is survived by and will be missed by two sisters, Bette Yeatts, of Roanoke, Va., and Cyndy Cromer and husband, Don, also of Roanoke, Va; a brother, Don Waldron and wife, Cheryl, of Bent Mountain, Va; nieces, Karleta Wood, of Roanoke, Va., Mitzi Faron and husband, David, and their son, Thomas, of Salem, Va., Tiffany Edmonds and husband, Michael, and their children, Zane and Grace, of Roanoke, Va., and Susan Thomas and husband, George, of Bent Mountain, Va; nephew, Jon Waldron and wife, Sue, of Floyd, Va; and his brother-in-law, Cecil Wood, of Bent Mountain, Va. The family will gather for a Graveside Service at Rest Vale Cemetery in Floyd County. on November 27, 2012.⁴