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     Charles Frank Barger was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ He married Bondeen Manning, daughter of Oliver Wendell Manning Sr. and Pearl Mae Puckett.^1,2,3 Charles Frank Barger was born on November 6, 1922 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 He died on June 4, 1974 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 51.³

     Melvin Hugh "Red" Manning was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on February 23, 1931 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His obituary has a birth date of Feb 22, 1931 at Bent Mountain.^1,2 He married Julia Ella Fralin on June 13, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 Melvin Hugh "Red" Manning died on November 15, 2004 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 73.^1,4 He Melvin (Red) Hugh Manning, 73, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 15, 2004 after an extended illness. He was born February 22, 1931 at Bent Mountain, Virginia. He was a member of Poages Mill Church of the Brethren. He was a veteran of both the United States Air Force and the United States Marine Corps. He served as a Marine in Korea during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1956 after more than 6 years of military service. Melvin was employed for 34 years in Quality Control at the General Electric Plant in Salem. He is survived by his love wife of 51 years, Julia Fralin Manning; two daughters, Debbie M. Morris and husband, Johnny, Patsy M. Gibson and husband, R.J; four grandchildren, Josh Morris, Dustin Morris, Ryan Gibson and Kayleigh Gibson, all of Salem. He is also survived by his brother, Calvin (Jim) Manning and June of Roanoke; his stepmother, Nellie Wimmer Manning; brothers, Paul Manning, Bobby Manning and wife, Carmen, Henry Manning, Larry Manning and wife, Rhonda, all of Cooper Hill, Oliver Manning, Jr. and wife, Barbara of Roanoke, Rocky Manning and wife, Celeste of Summerfield, North Carolina and Michael Manning of Radford; two sisters, Katherine M. Sowers and husband, Junior of Floyd, and Linda M. Iddings and husband, Tom of Riner; sister-in-law, Glenna Manning; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salem Fire and EMS Department. The family will receive friends at Lotz Salem Chapel from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 16, 2004. Military graveside services will be held Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at 2 p.m. in Sherwood Memorial Park with Reverend Maurice Wright and Reverend Jimmy Robinson officiating. on November 16, 2004.¹

     Bessie Della Anderson was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,1 Her married name was Manning.¹ She married Leonard Joseph Manning, son of Joseph Robert Manning and Rachel Malinda Lester.¹ Bessie Della Anderson was born on July 9, 1885 at Virginia.¹ She died on January 12, 1928 at age 42.¹

     Edward Emmerson Beamer was buried at Troutville Cemetery, Troutville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on October 11, 1909 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^3,1 He died on August 13, 1910 at Virginia.¹

     His Social Security Number was 223-66-2640.⁵ John Robert "Johnnie" Elmore was buried at Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.² He was born on June 28, 1947 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^2,3,5 He married Carol Mae Ervin on July 5, 1969.^1,4,6 John Robert "Johnnie" Elmore died on December 7, 2013 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia, at age 66.^2,5 He John Robert Elmore, age 66, of the Mudfork community in Bluefield, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2013, at home, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born June 28, 1947 in New Castle, he was a son of the late Clifton and Esther Elmore. He was the minister of the Mudfork Church of Christ for 44 years, as well as Springville Christian Church for 27 years. He also served as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Blueridge College of Evangelism. He was a loving and devoted Christian, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many through the years. He loved to preach. During his ministry he touched countless lives, including baptizing 342, conducting 454 funerals, and performing 152 weddings. He also preached 188 revivals in eleven states, as well as one in Mexico, resulting in a total of 59 baptisms. He enjoyed spending time with his family, attending Virginia Tech sporting events, and watching his favorite shows, The Andy Griffith Show and Duck Dynasty. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Carol Mae Elmore. Left to cherish his memory are two sons, Mark Elmore (Tonya) of Springville, Va., and John David Elmore (Terri) of King, N.C; two daughters, Rhonda Elmore of North Tazewell, Va., and Rhoda Whitaker (Warren) of Springfield, Ky; six granddaughters, Kimberly, Kristen, Haley, Faith, Madison and Laken; one brother, Allen Elmore (Amanda) of Roanoke, Va; and a multitude of Christian friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at the Mudfork Church of Christ with Joe Hall, Brian Mullins, Glenn Tabor and Warren Whitaker officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be J.C. Pendleton, Larry Brown, Eddie Dickenson, Eddie Shrader, Jeff Carter, Frank Aldridge, C.C. Brooks, Kevin Billips, Harry Yates, Bill Kinser and Kenny Puckett. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Blueridge College of Evangelism, P.O. Box 979, Wytheville, VA 24382.Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home of Tazewell, VA is serving the Elmore family. on December 11, 2013.²

     Her Social Security Number was 340-46-7635.³ Carol Mae Ervin was buried at Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.² She was born on September 28, 1950 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3 As of July 5, 1969,her married name was Elmore.¹ She married John Robert "Johnnie" Elmore, son of Clifton Ernest/Earnest Elmore and Esther Anna Pendleton, on July 5, 1969.^4,1,2 Carol Mae Ervin died on September 21, 2009 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 58.^2,3 She Carol Mae Elmore, age 58 of the Mudfork community of Bluefield, Va. passed away Monday, September 21, 2009 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center in Bluefield, W.Va., following a long courageous battle with cancer. Born September 28, 1950 at Danville, Ill., she was a daughter of the late Albert and Evelyn Holden Ervin. She was a member of the Mudfork Church of Christ. Mrs. Elmore was a loving devoted Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She supported her husband in the ministry for forty years at the Mudfork Church of Christ including twenty three years at the Springville Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Steve Ervin. Survivors include her husband, Johnny Elmore; two sons, Mark Elmore and wife, Tonya of Springville, Va. and John David Elmore of King, N.C; two daughters, Rhonda Elmore of North Tazewell, Va. and Rhoda Whitaker and husband, Warren of Springfield, Ky; six granddaughters, Kimberly, Kristen, Haley, Faith, Madison, and Laken; four brothers, Andy of San Diego, Calif., Tom and wife, Kathy of Lilburn, Ga., Dave of Danville, Ill., and Gary and wife, Linda of Stewardson, Ill. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 25, 2009 at the Mudfork Church of Christ with Joe Hall, Brian Mullins, and Warren Whitaker officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be Larry Brown, Eddie Dickenson, Eddie Shrader, Jeff Carter, Frank Aldridge, and C.C. Brooks. The family will receive friends at the church from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2009. Peery and St.Clair Funeral Home of Tazewell, Va. is serving the Elmore family. on September 23, 2009.²

     His Social Security Number was 236-09-2036.³ Samuel W. "Sam" Blackwell was born on November 12, 1912 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,2 He married Laura Hester Agee, daughter of John Cheat Agee and Nellie Clyde Yates, on November 24, 1934 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2,4,5,6 Samuel W. "Sam" Blackwell died on November 3, 1991 at age 78.³

     Mary Laura Yates was buried at Pines Cemetery, 1402 S. Pines Road, Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington.⁵ Her married name was Peters.⁴ She married Floyd Ellett Peters.⁴ Mary Laura Yates was born on December 2, 1915 at Potlatch, Latah Co., Idaho.³ She died on September 22, 1972 at Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington, at age 56.^6,4 She PETERS, Mary Laura — Passed away in Spokane Sept 22 1972. Her home, N2300 Argonne Rd. Survived by her husband, F. Ellett Peters, at the home; one daughter, Mrs. Bruce (Jayne) Briten, Walla Walla, Wash; two sons, Charles L. Peters, St. Helens, Ore., James C. Peters, Spokane Valley; her mother, Mrs. Bessie Marie Yates, Spokane Valley; one brother, Donald C. Yates, Moran Prairie; six grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. A 54-year resident of the Spokane Valley. A member of the Millwood Presbyterian Church, Magolia Chapter No. 194 OES, and the Rebekah Lodge. on September 23, 1972.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 534-18-8171.⁵ Donald Clinton Yates was buried at Moran Prairie Cemetery, Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington.⁶ He and Kathryn Glady Bean were divorced.² Donald Clinton Yates married Ann Unknown.⁶ Donald Clinton Yates was born on March 22, 1921 at Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington.^5,6 He married Kathryn Glady Bean on December 7, 1945 at Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington.² Donald Clinton Yates died on August 21, 2001 at Washington at age 80.⁵ He Visitation for Donald Clinton Yates, 80, will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at the Alwin Chapel at Hazen and Jaeger Funeral Home. Service is planned for 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Private burial will follow at Moran Prairie Cemetery. Mr. Yates, who was born in Spokane, died Tuesday. He graduated from Millwood School in 1938 and then attended Washington State University. Mr. Yates served as a pilot in the Air Force from 1940 until retiring in 1946, due to a plane crash. In 1947 he went to Alaska's Kodiak Island, where he worked for the Fish and Wildlife Department for four years. Mr. Yates then moved back to Spokane and operated the family service station at Trent and Argonne until 1965. He then worked for Beaudry Motors until his retirement in 1976. Mr. Yates was a member of Elks Lodge 228, El Katif Shrine, Concordia Masonic Lodge 249, Eagles Lodge 3682, American Legion 143, was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1435. Survivors include his wife, Ann Yates; a daughter, Linda Finch; two stepdaughters; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Spokane. on August 24, 2001.⁶