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     Brenda Gail Hodges Brenda (Sissy) Gail Furrow, 72, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Friday, May 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and faith that will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew her. She was born January 6, 1953 to the late Cover and Pearl Hodges. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Walter Hodges; sisters, Irene McGuire, Gertrude Prater, Edith Wray, Nannie Holland, Peggy Hawks, and Louise Lynch. She is also preceded in death by her father and mother-in-law, Stafford and Bertha Furrow. Left behind to cherish her memory are her beloved husband Wray Furrow of 55 years; son, Tony (Loretta) Furrow; son, Jeffery Furrow; and her 4 grandchildren J.W., Paul, Angel, and Evan Furrow. Brenda held her sisters close to her heart: Joyce Hudson, Elizabeth (Blaine) Holcomb, and Maxine Weeks. She is also lovingly remembered by her in-laws Pat Harmon, Sandra (Joe) Blackstock, Goldie (Andy) Potter, and Calvin (Cyndi) Furrow. Brenda leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was a lifetime member of Henry Fork Community Church. She was also employed at M & W and PlyGem for 43 years. Brenda loved her family fiercely, treasured her friendships, and found joy in the simple things—a good conversation, a cup of coffee, a beautiful day. She was a friend and “Nanny Furr” to many. She loved to go shopping, spending time with her grandchildren, sisters, and friends, being picked on by her sons, and riding around on the golf-cart with Wray and Tinker. She made everyone feel like they mattered, and her love will continue to ripple through the lives she touched. Interment will follow in Hodges-Lynch Cemetery.³ She was buried at Hodges - Lynch - Hall Cemetery, 941 Doe Run Road, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She was born on January 6, 1953 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of December 27, 1969,her married name was Furrow.¹ She married Carlton Wray Furrow, son of William Stafford Furrow and Bertha Irene Whitlow, on December 27, 1969 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3 Brenda Gail Hodges died on May 23, 2025 at Virginia at age 72.³

     Danny Lee Burke was born on December 9, 1952 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 He married Mary Delilah DeHart, daughter of Mower Turner "Bill" DeHart and Virginia Dell Lucas, on September 30, 1978 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,10 Danny Lee Burke and Mary Delilah DeHart were divorced on July 22, 1985 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ Danny Lee Burke died on August 2, 2010 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 57.^6,7 He Danny Lee Burke, 57, of Floyd, Va., passed away on Monday, August 2, 2010. He passed peacefully while surrounded by many loved ones. He was preceded in death by his mother, Annie W. Dalton; and father, Sherman Lee Burke. Surviving are his one daughter, Jennifer and husband, Jason Gill; three brothers, Greg and wife, Sherry Dalton and children, Walker, Jamie and Beth; Mark Dalton, and children, Mark and Amber; David Dalton, and children, Leann, Logan, and Lauren; a great-nephew, Noah; two sisters, Tracy Newman, Diane Burke Yates, and children, Stephanie Yates, and children, Brittany, Jessica, and Matthew, Travis Yates and fiancée, Nikki Long; brother-in-law, Earl Yates; a cousin and special friend, Clint Carden and family; and numerous other family members, loved ones, and many employees became close friends with him at Auburn High School. Danny had a huge heart with plenty of room for many friends and always put friends and family before himself. You could catch him at the races or see him at the beach. His famous last words were "Maybe someday I'll win the lottery!" I guess in a way, he did win the lottery! He is with God now and forever at peace and sitting on the beach watching the sunset. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. The family would like to thank all of the friends and loved ones that visited him while in the hospital. on August 6, 2010.⁷

     Grier Alexander Siceloff was buried at Grassy Knob Baptist Cemetery, 333 Grassy Knob Road, Union Grove, Iredell Co., North Carolina.^1,2 His Social Security Number was 242-10-8540.³ He was born on September 17, 1916 at Iredell Co., North Carolina.^1,2,3,4,5 He married Ruth Irene Wimmer, daughter of Valentine Ulysses T. Wimmer and Elvira Augustal "Augusta" Blankenship, on July 14, 1992 at Emporia, Virginia.^6,2,4 Grier Alexander Siceloff died on June 3, 1995 at Anderson, Anderson Co., South Carolina, at age 78.^1,2,3,7 He Grier Alexander Siceloff, 78, formerly of Statesville, N.C., and Anderson, S.C., died Saturday (June 3, 1995) at Anderson Memorial Hospital in Anderson. Born in Iredell County, N.C., on Sept. 17, 1916, he was the son of Edward R. and Jettie (McHargue) Siceloff. He was a retired textile manufacturing supervisor. His first wife, Dallas (Rash) Siceloff, preceded him in death on May 28, 1985. Surviving are his widow, Ruth (Bland) Siceloff of Weyers Cave; a son, Tony J. Siceloff of Graham, N.C; a daughter, Sue S. Tomlinson of Anderson; four brothers, James B. of Lavonia, Ga., Sim Siceloff of Myrtle Beach, S.C., John C. and Colon E. Siceloff, both of Statesville; three sisters, Ollie Templeton and Gwendolyn Reid, both of Statesville, and Margaret Bloxom of Chincoteague; a stepson, Chris Bland of Bridgewater; a stepdaughter, B.J. Westervelt of Winchester; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Burial in the Grassy Knob Baptist Church Cemetery in Union Grove, N.C. on June 5, 1995.²

     Gay Nell O'Quinn Gay Nell O'Quinn Henry, age 65, passed away peacefully on April 2nd, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents James H. O'Quinn, Zettie Mullins O'Quinn, and her husband, Michael L. Henry. Although a native of Clintwood, Virginia, she lived the majority of her life in Roanoke. Gay Nell was an energetic, generous, loving, spirited woman who worked tirelessly to care for those she loved. For many years, she was a caregiver for her mother and her husband. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, she provided 25 years of service to South Roanoke Nursing Home. Many homeless cats were rescued, adopted, and loved by Gay Nell. Possessing a wonderful sense of humor, Gay Nell was a keen observer of human nature and a talented story teller. Her everyday experiences became hilarious anecdotes for the listener. She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life: entertaining family and friends, sitting in the sunshine, cooking a delicious meal, walking along the seashore, and reading a good book with her cat curled up on her lap. Those left to cherish her memory include: one sister, Glenda Fulbright and husband Jim, of Johnson City, TN; one brother, Dennis O'Quinn and wife Ruth of Clintwood, VA; sister-in-law Rosemary Thomas and husband Ray of Buchanan, VA, and several nieces and nephews. Special cousins include: Prentice Mullins, Gerald and Joyce Ann Shortt, Roger and Joyce O'Quinn, and Eveleen Shortt. Dear friends include: Brenda and Douglas Swindall, Vella and Carroll Bowyer, Carol and Charles Caston, Ruth and Tom Casey, Mary and David Slusher, Neil and Julie Roberson, many special friends at South Roanoke Nursing Home, and kind neighbors Linda and Benny Gibson, and Derwin Hall. The family extends special thanks to Mr. Butch Carter, the compassionate staff of South Roanoke Nursing Home, and Blue Ridge Cancer Care physicians and staff.³ She was born on October 9, 1948 at Dickenson Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of September 4, 1976,her married name was Henry.¹ She married Michael Leroy Henry, son of Dewey William Henry and Hazel Irene Manning, on September 4, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,1,3 Gay Nell O'Quinn died on April 2, 2014 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 65.^3,5

     Bobby Lee Henry was buried at Grice - Woods Cemetery, Poages Mill, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ He was born on July 20, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5 He died on July 26, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5

     Kathleen Jacqueline Hedrick was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 946 Waddell Street, Bremen, Haralson Co., Georgia.² She Kathleen Hedrick Manning, age 91, of Buchanan, passed away on January 27, 2026 at her residence. She was born on April 29, 1934, in Green Pond, Virginia, the daughter of the late Winbern Hedrick and Kathleen Easley Hedrick. She was a homemaker and a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Fayetteville. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Alvis C Manning; her sister, Rebecca Pack; and a grandson, Christopher Wood. Survivors include her children, Anita Race (Ronald) of Buchanan, Rob Manning (Lisa) of Dallas; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.² She was born on April 29, 1934 at Green Pond, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^3,2 As of July 24, 1952,her married name was Manning.⁴ She married Alvis Carlton Manning, son of Yuston Dudley Manning and Mary Ellen Poff, on July 24, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5,2 Kathleen Jacqueline Hedrick died on January 27, 2026 at Buchanan, Haralson Co., Georgia, at age 91.²