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     His Social Security Number was 235-66-0320.⁷ Donald Lee "Donnie" Craig was buried at Craig Family Cemetery, Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.⁶ He was born on August 24, 1943 at Ballard, Monroe Co., West Virginia.^7,4,5,6 He married Iris Louise Fisher on August 28, 1964 at Hot Springs, Bath Co., Virginia.^5,6 Donald Lee "Donnie" Craig married Carol Ann Belcher on November 10, 1978 at Rich Creek, Giles Co., Virginia.^5,6,8 Donald Lee "Donnie" Craig died on June 22, 2000 at Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., West Virginia, at age 56.^7,6 He CLEAR FORK — Donald Lee Craig, 56, died Thursday, June 22, 2000, at his home. Born Aug. 24, 1943, in Summers County, he was the son of Thelma Martin Craig Toler of Nitro and the late Oliver Ellison Craig. Mr. Craig retired from Consolidated Natural Gas Co.’s Loup Creek Station at Kopperston in 1993. Previously he had worked at Consolidation Coal at Lynco and the Homestead Hotel in Hot Springs, Va. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Iris Louise Fisher Craig; and his brother, Roger Gene Craig, a Vietnam casualty. Other survivors include his wife of 21 years, Carol Belcher Thompson Craig; two sons, Donald Erie Craig and his wife, Jennifer, of Thomasville, N.C., and Dewayne E. Craig of Clear Fork; a daughter, Donna Lea Auten and her husband, Greg, of Columbus, Ga; two stepsons, Darrell S. Thompson Jr. and David E. Thompson of Clear Fork; two brothers, Richard Craig and his wife, Cathy, of Lynco and Gary Craig of Clear Fork; a sister, Shirley Cline and her husband, Delbert, of Oceana; a granddaughter, Megan Elswick; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be 1 p.m. Sunday at Clear Fork Independent Church of God with the Rev. Hanibal Blankenship Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Craig Family Cemetery, Clear Fork. on June 24, 2000.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 235-82-0172.⁸ Gary Wayne Craig was buried at Craig Family Cemetery, Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born on July 15, 1952 at Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^8,4,5 He married Karen Sue Keyser on June 13, 1970 at Bath Co., Virginia.⁶ Gary Wayne Craig died on January 18, 2003 at Crouch's Farm, Wyoming Co., West Virginia, at age 50.^8,4 He CROUCH’S FARM — Gary Wayne Craig, 50, died Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, at his home from an apparent heart attack. Born July 15, 1952, at Mullens, he was the son of Thelma Craig Toler of Cross Lanes and the late Oliver Craig. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by brothers Donald Craig of Clear Fork and SP4 Roger G. Craig, killed in Vietnam, and his stepfather, Arley C. Toler of Cross Lanes. Mr. Craig was a disabled miner, a member of the UMWA and a lifelong resident of Wyoming County. Survivors include his mother, Thelma Craig Toler of Cross Lanes; a daughter, Melissa Craig of Flint, Mich; a brother, Richard (Dicky) Craig and his wife, Cathy, of Crouch’s Farm; a sister, Shirley Cline and her husband, Delbert, of Oceana; seven nieces and nephews, Leisha Cline Mills and her husband, Gary, Donna Craig Auten and her husband, Greg, Dewayne Craig, Jamie Cline, Christie Craig, Michael Craig, Erie Craig and his wife, Jennifer; and two special greatnephews, Corey and Casey Mills. Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Clear Fork Valley Baptist Church with the Rev. Erwin Gregory officiating. Burial will follow in the Craig Family Cemetery at Clear Fork. on January 20, 2003.⁴

     Roger Gene Craig was buried at Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery, Forest Hill, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ He was born on May 2, 1948 at West Virginia.³ He died on May 3, 1970 at Vietnam at age 22.³

     Shirley Louise Craig was buried at Palm Memorial Gardens, 9051 Appalachian Highway, Matheny, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^7,3 She was born on September 10, 1946 at Forest Hill, Summers Co., West Virginia.^2,3 As of October 5, 1963,her married name was Cline.² She married Delbert Woodrow Cline on October 5, 1963 at Lynco, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5,6 Shirley Louise Craig died on April 28, 2020 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 73.³ She Shirley Louise Craig Cline, 73, of Oceana, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 28, 2020 at Raleigh General Hospital. She was born on September 10, 1946 in Forrest Hill, WV a daughter of the late Oliver and Thelma Martin Craig. Shirley is a member of the Clear Fork Valley Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years Delbert "Red" Cline who was the love of her life; and her brothers Donald, Gary and Roger Craig. Survivors include a daughter Leisha Renae Mills and husband Gary of Slab Fork; a son Jamie Delbert Cline and partner Michael Meehan of San Rafael, CA; six grandchildren Corey Alexander and Casey Garrett Mills, Taylor, Michael, Tristan and Jacob Cline-Meehan; a brother Dicky Craig and wife Cathy of Crouches Farm; and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 2nd at Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, with Pastor Erwin Gregory officiating. on April 30, 2020.³

     Delbert Woodrow Cline was buried at Palm Memorial Gardens, 9051 Appalachian Highway, Matheny, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.² He was born on May 20, 1941 at Iaeger, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 He married Shirley Louise Craig, daughter of Oliver Ellison Craig and Thelma Louise Martin, on October 5, 1963 at Lynco, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^3,1,4,2,5,6 Delbert Woodrow Cline died on December 27, 2016 at Oceana, Wyoming Co., West Virginia, at age 75.² He Delbert Woodrow "Red" Cline, 75, of Oceana, WV passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at his home following a short illness. He was born on May 20, 1941 in Iaeger, WV to the late Woodrow Wilson and Anna Mae McCoy Cline. Delbert is a member of the Clear Fork Valley Baptist Church where he served as deacon and sang in the choir. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother Carl Cline and a sister Linda Toler. Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years Shirley Louise Craig Cline; a daughter Leisha Renae (Gary) Mills of Slab Fork; a son Jamie Delbert Cline and Partner Michael Meehan of San Rafael, CA; six grandchildren Corey Alexander and Casey Garrett Mills, Taylor, Michael, Tristan and Jacob Cline-Meehan; three sisters Beatrice (Bruce) Lamb of Beckley, Alyce Argabright of Oceana and Tammy (Dickie) Bragg of Beckley; and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, December 30, 2016 at the Clear Fork Valley Baptist Church with Pastor Erwin Gregory officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. on December 28, 2016.²

     Her Social Security Number was 235-52-1192.³ Emma Lynwood "Woody" Howell was buried at Stiles Cemetery, Lapeer, Lapeer Co., Michigan.⁴ She was born on April 25, 1921 at Radford, Virginia.^3,1,2 As of 1947,her married name was Craig.⁵ She married William Luther Craig, son of Luther Clarence Craig and Annie Sue McGraw, in 1947.^5,6 Emma Lynwood "Woody" Howell died on April 21, 1999 at Lapeer Co., Michigan, at age 77; The SSDI has a death date of Apr 20, 1999.^3,6 She CRAIG, Emma L. - Of Columbiaville, age 77, died April 21, 1999. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 1999 at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, Lapeer, Pastor Peter DeKlerk officiating. Burial at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery. (she is actualley buried in Stiles cemetery) Visitation 1-9 p.m. Friday. Surviving are: husband, William L. Craig; sons, Floyd W. (Sady) Craig of Lapeer and David E. (Deborah) Craig of Columbiaville; 6 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Elva B. Kendrat of Syracuse, NY, Alma Jean (William) Stuart of Taylor, MI, Margaret A. Craig of Elba; brother, Martin L. Howell Jr. (Mary) of Pipestem, WV. She was preceded in death by: parents, Martin L. and Edna May Howell; sister, Mary Elizabeth Howell. Mrs. Craig was a homemaker. on April 23, 1999.⁶

     Charles Lee "Charlie" Burton was buried at Monte Vista Park Cemetery, Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,5 His Social Security Number was 234-18-3596.⁴ He Funeral services for Charlie Lee Burton were held yesterday afternoon. Interment was in the Monte Vista Park cemetery. Mr. Burton, 56, died at 9:45 Saturday night at his home at 327 1/2 Bluefield avenue as the result of a heart attack. Mr. Burton is survived by his wife, the former Miss Orlie McGhee; and son, Paul Burton, of Portsmouth, Va., and one daughter, Mrs. Sylvia Delozier, of Switchback.⁵ He was born on November 3, 1887 at Giles Co., Virginia; His WWII Draft Registration card has a birth date of Nov 3, 1888 and his WWI card has a date of Nov 3, 1886.^1,7,3,4 He married Ollie Mae Lee McGhee, daughter of William Thomas McGhee and Elizabeth Conner, on May 30, 1906 at Radford, Virginia.^6,8 Charles Lee "Charlie" Burton married Ollie Mae Lee McGhee, daughter of William Thomas McGhee and Elizabeth Conner, on January 29, 1924 at Keystone, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,5 Charles Lee "Charlie" Burton and Ollie Mae Lee McGhee were divorced before April, 1940.⁹ Charles Lee "Charlie" Burton died on November 11, 1944 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 57.^2,4

     Claude Cleonis Ball was buried at Hilltop Cemetery, Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ He was born on March 15, 1898 at Summers Co., West Virginia.^1,2,4 He married Lottie Grace Light, daughter of Moses Bird/Byrd Light and Cora Lilly, on January 1, 1921 at Huntington, Cabell Co., West Virginia.^1,3 Claude Cleonis Ball died on July 1, 1924 at Fitzpatrick, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 26.^4,3 He A very impressive funeral service was held from the Methodist church Thursday afternoon for Claude C. Ball, who was killed at Fitzpatrick, Tuesday while working for a lumber company there. A log rolled over his body killing him instantly. He was 25 years of age and the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Ball, of Summers street. Mr. Ball was born at Clayton and spent all his life there until about five years ago he came so this city, and resided here prior to going to Fitzpatrick several months ago. He was an excellent young man and has many friends here who were deeply grieved to lean of his tragic death. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife, who was formerly Miss Lottie Light, of this city, one small daughter, father, mother, five sisters: Mrs. W. F. Farley, of True; Mrs. Henry Schroder, of Charleston; Misses Grace and Ruth Ball, of Hinton, and two brothers, Hillard, of Charleston, Shirley Ball, who is in service with the U. S. Army. Following the funeral services the remains were taken to Hill Top cemetery and laid to rest. on July 10, 1924.³

     His Social Security Number was 235-01-4861.³ August Frederick Hornoff was born on April 12, 1888 at Elmira, Chemung Co., New York.^4,3,2,5 He married Lottie Grace Light, daughter of Moses Bird/Byrd Light and Cora Lilly, on February 1, 1946 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia; Both August and Lottie were widows at the time of this marriage.¹ August Frederick Hornoff died on September 15, 1976 at Broward Co., Florida, at age 88.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 233-32-4553.² Claude Cleonis Ball Jr. was born on July 7, 1924 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,6,3,2 He married Berniece Christine Griffin on January 30, 1949 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^6,7 Claude Cleonis Ball Jr. died on April 20, 2001 at South Carolina at age 76.²

     Marguerite Frances Ball On January 22, 2016 Marguerite “Reetie” Frances Ball Rouse Dayton Nerge left her earthly friends and family to join her heavenly friends and family. She passed away at the Halifax Health Hospice in Orange City where she had been residing since January 17 due to increasing complications with her heart. Marguerite was born March 1, 1922 in Hinton, Summers Co., WV to Claude and Lottie Light Ball. Two years later her father was killed in a logging accident. Times were tough for her mother, Marguerite and her younger brother, Claude “Sonny”. During the Great Depression, this small family lived in a little one room apartment. In 1937 Marguerite and Webster Rouse eloped to Kentucky and were married. Their daughter Carolyn was born the next year. Soon after her husband left and a divorce was granted in 1942. WWII started December 1941. Brother Sonny joined the Navy. From 1943 to 1945 Marguerite lived in Philadelphia and worked for the Navy as a file & mail clerk. In July 1945 she met her future husband George Dayton, a sailor in the Navy. After the war ended, she and George were married October 1945 in Michigan where his family lived. George adopted Carolyn. He worked in the accounting departments at the steel mills in Detroit. In 1957, the family moved to Miami, FL where she and George managed a Mexican Restaurant until 1979. They moved to DeLand, FL and on December 19, 1981 George died of a heart attack, ending 36 years of marriage. Marguerite got involved in volunteering at the Library, Art Museum, Garden Club, Hospital, American Legion Auxiliary and church. In 1986 Marguerite began dating the widower Herb Nerge living next door. They were married on Valentine’s Day 1987. After 28 years of marriage, Herb died December 26, 2015. She and Herb collectively have 3 children, 12 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. The family is grateful to Hospice for easing her final days and the many friends who visited her. For such a small lady, she had a big heart; always had a smile and a kind word for everyone she met. She will be cremated.³ She was born on March 1, 1922 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.^1,3 As of 1937,her married name was Rouse.³ She married Webster Rouse in 1937 at Kentucky.³ Marguerite Frances Ball and Webster Rouse were divorced in 1942.³ As of October 10, 1945,her married name was Dayton.¹ Marguerite Frances Ball married George James Dayton on October 10, 1945 at Lincoln Park, Wayne Co., Michigan.^1,3 As of February 14, 1987,her married name was Nerge.² Marguerite Frances Ball married Herbert Neil Nerge on February 14, 1987 at Volusia Co., Florida.^2,6,3 Marguerite Frances Ball died on January 22, 2016 at Orange City, Volusia Co., Florida, at age 93.³

     Berniece Christine Griffin was born on July 11, 1927 at Florence, Florence Co., South Carolina.² As of January 30, 1949,her married name was Ball.¹ She married Claude Cleonis Ball Jr., son of Claude Cleonis Ball and Lottie Grace Light, on January 30, 1949 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Berniece Christine Griffin died on October 29, 2023 at Summerville, Dorchester Co., South Carolina, at age 96.² She Berniece G. Ball - Berniece passed away peacefully with her family around her in Summerville, SC, on Oct. 29, 2023. She was born in Florence, SC, on July 11, 1927. She graduated from Meminger High School in Charleston, SC, on July 1, 1945. She married the late CC Ball on Jan. 30, 1949. Berniece loved flowers and working in her yard. She and her husband enjoyed camping and canoeing on the Edisto River. Most of all, she loved children and working in the nursery at Summerville Baptist Church until she was 94 years old. She and CC were members of Summerville Baptist since Jan. 1961. She is survived by 2 children; her son, Bruce C Ball (Joyce) and daughter, Judy Ball Nester (Ray); 3 grandchildren, Shannon Carter, Judi Hynes (Patric), Bryce Ball (Spesh); 6 great-grandchildren, NaDene Carter (Brad), Price Carter (Hayden), Miriam Hynes, Graeme Hynes, Cap Ball and Tuolumne Ball; 4 great-great- grandchildren, Weslee Carter, Willie Carter, Waylon Carter and Anzlee Carter. She was loved by many and we will miss her happy, positive demeanor and her talking of the many blessings from her Heavenly Father. What a joyful life she lived. She continued giving by donating her body to MUSC Anatomical Gift Program. on November 18, 2023.²

     Curtis Weatherman was buried at Jonas Ridge Cemetery, Jonas Ridge, Burke Co., North Carolina.^5,6 His Social Security Number was 245-07-0869.⁷ He was born on April 1, 1904 at Ingalls, Avery Co., North Carolina.^7,2,3,4 He married Elva Lolas "Elvie" Light, daughter of Moses Bird/Byrd Light and Cora Lilly, on November 24, 1926 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,8,9,6 Curtis Weatherman died on June 26, 1996 at Avery Co., North Carolina, at age 92.^7,2,6 He Curtis Weatherman, 92, of the Jonas Ridge Community, died Wednesday, June 26, 1996. A native of Mitchell County, he was the son of the late Jake and Lilly Rose Weatherman. He was a shrubberyman. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elva Light Weatherman; daughter, Josephine Godwin; grandsons, Dennis and Kenny Thompson. Surviving are his daughters, Janet Burleson of Newland and Jean Moore of Simpsonville, S.C; sons, Darrell Weatherman of Morganton and Kenton Weatherman of Rutherfordton; sister, Oma Light of Lexington; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Interment will be in Jonas Ridge Cemetery. on June 28, 1996.⁶

     Darrell Ray Weatherman Darrell Ray Weatherman, 87, of Morganton, NC, passed away Friday, April 21, 2017. He was born in Burke County on September 16, 1929 to the late Curtis and Elva L. Weatherman. Darrell served in the United States Coast Guard and retired from the state after 31 years. He was a loving husband, father, faithful Christian serving as the church clerk, and Sunday school teacher for decades. Darrell was a man who loved his family, generous to all he knew, loved the outdoors and playing guitar. Darrell was a member of Morganton Freedom Church of God. In addition to his family he was preceded in death by sisters, Josephine Huntley Godwin, Janet Thompson Burleson; and first wife of 48 years Mary McFalls Weatherman. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline “Jackie” Barrier Clark; daughters, Karen Weatherman Mancilla (Sergio), Mary Lynne Weatherman; step-daughters, Doris Clark, Phyllis Clark, Della Hatch (Kenneth) and Sharon Sells; step-son, Wayne Clark; grandchildren, Richie Suttles (Aiesha) and Anthony Suttles (Claire); great-grandchildren, Israel, Emmanuel, Roman, and Elias; brother, Kenton Weatherman; and sister, Jean Moore. Entombment will follow at Burke Memorial Park.³ He was buried at Burke Memorial Park, 2506 Burke Memorial Park Road, Morganton, Burke Co., North Carolina.^3,4 He married Jacqueline “Jackie” Barrier.³ Darrell Ray Weatherman was born on September 16, 1929 at Burke Co., North Carolina.^1,3 He married Mary Etta McFalls on February 12, 1956 at Burke Co., North Carolina.^10,3,11 Darrell Ray Weatherman died on April 21, 2017 at Morganton, Burke Co., North Carolina, at age 87.³

     Janet Lucille Weatherman was buried at Burleson Cemetery, Avery Co., North Carolina.^5,8 She Janet Burleson, age 84, of Newland passed away peacefully on July 1, 2016 at Life Care Center of Banner Elk. A native of Newland, NC, she was born November 9, 1931 (correct date is March 9, 1931) to the late Curtis and Elva Light Weatherman. She was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing, gardening, and cooking. Along with her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her husband; Guy Burleson; sons: Kenny, Dennis, and Larry Thompson and sister Josephine Godwin. Janet has left to cherish her memory; her son; Lonnie (Mike) Thompson of Newland, NC; Brothers: Darrell Weatherman and wife Jackie of Morganton, NC, and Kenton Weatherman of Rutherfordton, NC; sister Jean Moore of Greer, SC; four grandchildren: Jeffery Thompson and wife Samantha of Newland, NC; Stephen Thompson of Newland, NC; Michelle Thompson of Lenoir, NC; and Betina Thompson of Lenoir, NC. She also has 7 great-grandchildren left to cherish her memories. Interment will follow in the Burleson Cemetery.⁵ Her married name was Burleson.⁵ Her married name was Thompson.¹ She married Bobbie Guy Burleson.⁵ Janet Lucille Weatherman married Johnny Ronald Thompson.⁹ Janet Lucille Weatherman was born on March 9, 1931 at Burke Co., North Carolina.¹ She and Johnny Ronald Thompson were divorced on December 1, 1970 at Avery Co., North Carolina.¹⁰ Janet Lucille Weatherman died on July 1, 2016 at Banner Elk, Avery Co., North Carolina, at age 85.⁵

     Curtis Kenton Weatherman C. Kenton Weatherman, Aug 12, 1933 - Apr 16, 2022. C. Kenton Weatherman, age 88, of Rutherfordton, NC, died Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Hospice House of the Carolina Foothills. He was the son of the late Curtis and Elva Light Weatherman. Kenton was a native of Burke County. He was also a member of Shingle Hollow Congregational Holiness Church. Kenton retired from Broughton Hospital as a CNA. He was also a veteran of the U. S. Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Sarah Randall Weatherman; sisters Josephine Godwin and Janet Burleson and a brother Darrell Weatherman. Survivors include: two Daughters, Jalyn Weatherman, Tracy Adams and her husband Steve; one sister, Jean Moore; one grandson, Stephen Adams and his wife Jonna; one great-granddaughter, Sarah Adams. Interment will be at Shingle Hollow Holiness Church Cemetery.² He was buried at Shingle Hollow Holiness Church Cemetery, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co., North Carolina.² He was born on August 12, 1933 at Burke Co., North Carolina.^1,2 He married Sarah Frances Randall on October 29, 1960 at Rutherford Co., North Carolina.^9,2,3 Curtis Kenton Weatherman died on April 16, 2022 at Forest City, Rutherford Co., North Carolina, at age 88.²

     Sarah Frances Randall was buried at Shingle Hollow Holiness Church Cemetery, Rutherfordton, Rutherford Co., North Carolina.^4,2 Her Social Security Number was 242-52-5587.⁵ She was born on October 11, 1938 at Rutherford Co., North Carolina.^1,5,4 As of October 29, 1960,her married name was Weatherman.³ She married Curtis Kenton Weatherman, son of Curtis Weatherman and Elva Lolas "Elvie" Light, on October 29, 1960 at Rutherford Co., North Carolina.^2,6,3 Sarah Frances Randall died on December 17, 2011 at Forest City, Rutherford Co., North Carolina, at age 73.^5,4,2 She Sarah Randall Weatherman, 73, of Rutherfordton, died Saturday, December 17, 2011, at Hospice House of Rutherford County. A native of Rutherford County she was the daughter of the late Robert and Meldonia Randall. She was retired from Broughton Hospital in Morganton and a member of Shingle Hollow Congregational Holiness Church. She is survived by her husband, Kenton Weatherman of Rutherfordton; two daughters, Jalyn Weatherman of Rutherfordton, Tracy Adams of Indian Trail, N.C; one sister, Icy Koone of Union Mills; one brother, Boyce Randall of Rutherfordton; and one grandson. Funeral Services will be held at the Shingle Hollow Congregational Holiness Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. on December 20, 2011.²