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     His Social Security Number was 229-32-0632.⁵ Harry B. Terry Jr. married Editha June Ritter.⁶ Harry B. Terry Jr. was born on April 24, 1930 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,3 He and Editha June Ritter were divorced on December 18, 1986 at Orange Co., Florida.⁶ Harry B. Terry Jr. died on August 28, 2000 at Maryland at age 70.⁵

     Evelyn Marie Terry was buried at Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Avenue, Tuckahoe, Henrico Co., Virginia.^5,7 Her Social Security Number was 226-36-7681.⁴ She was born on July 8, 1931 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,8 As of August 4, 1948,her married name was Sowers.² She married J. Warren Sowers on August 4, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Evelyn Marie Terry and J. Warren Sowers were divorced on February 12, 1954 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁸ As of October 3, 1956,her married name was Mann.² Evelyn Marie Terry married Robert Garland Mann on October 3, 1956 at Richmond, Virginia.² Evelyn Marie Terry and Robert Garland Mann were divorced on September 28, 1973 at Henrico Co., Virginia.⁸ Evelyn Marie Terry died on March 16, 1978 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 46.^4,5,7 She Mrs. Evelyn Marie Mann of 9314 Huron Ave. died d Thursday, March 16, 1978. She is survived by her fiance, Ernest L. Vincent, Sr; two daughters, Mrs. Trudy Marie Hastings and Mrs. Bobbie Jean Williams; one son, James G. Mann, all of Richmond; one sister, Mrs. Lois T. Lee of Troutville, Va; two brothers, Edgar Terry of Greer, S. C. and Harry Terry, Jr., of Washington D. C. Interment Westhampton Memorial. on March 18, 1978.⁷

     His Social Security Number was 223-38-6208.¹⁰ Edgar Lee Terry was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 1901 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville, Greenville Co., South Carolina.⁴ He was born on March 9, 1933 at Roanoke, Virginia.^10,2,3,4,8,9 He married Bobbie Jo Rogers on August 25, 1956 at Greer, Greenville Co., South Carolina.^11,6,7 Edgar Lee Terry died on October 10, 1993 at Greenville, Greenville Co., South Carolina, at age 60.^10,4,6,9 He Edgar Lee Terry, 60, of 14 Badger Drive, died Oct. 10, 1993, at St. Francis Hospital after a long illness. He was a retired area director for Loyal American Insurance Co. and a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church where he was a former deacon. Surviving are his wife, Bobbie Rogers Terry of the home; two daughters, Cindy Terry and Diane Terry of Taylors; and a son, Daniel Terry of Taylors. Burial in Woodlawn Memorial Park. on October 11, 1993.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 228-38-0173.⁵ Her married name was Lee.¹ Lois Anne Terry married Raymond Buford Lee Jr.¹ Lois Anne Terry was born on March 8, 1935 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 She died on August 11, 2010 at Botetourt Co., Virginia, at age 75.^1,6,5 She Lois Anne Terry Lee, 75, of Troutville, Va., passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Buford Lee Jr; and her daughter, Sherry Dianne Lee. Lois is survived by her daughters, Terrye L. Young, of Houston, Texas, Anne Beckner Lee, of Troutville, Va., Linde Lee Chibane and her husband, Dr. Said Chibane, of Casablanca Morocco; grandchildren, Bradly Jacob Young, Robert Lee Young, Zaki Lee Chibane, and Fairouz Lee Chibane; sisters-in-law, Anne L. Stiff and her husband, Russell, Betty L. Parks and her husband, Dennis; many nieces, nephews, cousins and special neighbors and friends. on August 13, 2010.¹

     Robert Wesley Fitzwater was buried at Elgood Cemetery, behind the Elgood school and the church, Elgood, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁴ He Robert Wesley Fitzwater, born July 25, 1935 in Mercer County he was the son of the late Fred Fitzwater and Martha Terry Fitzwater. Bobby was a graduate of Oakvale High School and retired from Rockwell International as an Assembly Operator. He enjoyed his retirement riding through the Oakvale area in his pickup truck stopping to visit with his friends and had been a lifelong resident of the Oakvale area. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Robert “Robbie” Fitzwater on February 2, 2002. Survivors include his wife of fifty one years, Linda Harry Fitzwater of Oakvale; one daughter-in-law, Regina Fitzwater Shelton of Kingsport, TN; one granddaughter, Chantelle Fitzwater of Kingsport, TN; one grandson, Clark Wesley Fitzwater of Kingsport, TN; two brothers, Larry Fitzwater of Oakvale and Anthony Fitzwater of Norfolk, VA; and three sisters, Nita Kyle of Lake Tahoe, CA, Faye Harris of Ivor, VA and Alice Chrisswell of Suffolk, VA. Graveside committal rites will be conducted at Elgood Cemetery.⁴ He was born on July 25, 1935 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Linda Lou Harry on February 11, 1963 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,7,4 Robert Wesley Fitzwater died in June, 2014 at age 78.⁴

     Linda Lou Harry was buried at Oakvale Cemetery, Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² She Linda Lou Fitzwater, 76, of Kingsport Tennessee formerly of Oakvale died peacefully on Sunday July 18, 2021 at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport. She was born March 13, 1945 in Oakvale to the late Juanita Harry and Travis Harry, Linda loved people and crocheting. She had a passion for Elvis and loved her family very much. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Robert (Bobby) Fitzwater, her son Robbie Fitzwater and her siblings, Junior Harry, Steve Harry, and Carol Spriggs. Those left to cherish her memory are her siblings, Jerry Harry and wife Deanna, Randall Harry, Shirley Neely, Diana Holdren and husband John. Grandchildren Chantelle Fitzwater and Clark Fitzwater. Daughter in-law Regina Shelton and husband Rick. Special Great-Granddaughter Briley Mullins. Graveside services to celebrate the life of Linda will be held at Oakvale Cemetery.² She was born on March 13, 1945 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2 As of February 11, 1963,her married name was Fitzwater.¹ She married Robert Wesley Fitzwater, son of Fredrick/Frederick Fielding "Fred" Fitzwater and Martha Lebrean Terry, on February 11, 1963 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3 Linda Lou Harry died on July 18, 2021 at Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tennessee, at age 76.²

     William Neil "Bill" Gray was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on September 16, 1963 at Norfolk, Virginia.^5,2,3 He married Beverly Gay Orange on March 17, 1990 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4 William Neil "Bill" Gray died on October 12, 2006 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 43.^2,5 He William Neil (Bill) Gray, 43, passed away October 12, 2006 at the Carilion Cancer Center in Roanoke, Va. He fought a courageous battle with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. He was born September 16, 1963 and was predeceased by his mother-in-law, Janice E. Orange; grandparents, Effie and Mamie Gray and Hassell and Shirley Willis. He is survived by his wife, Beverly O. Gray; son, Kenneth C. (K.C.); daughter, Erika Janice; parents, Kennis and Delores Gray; father-in-law, L.D. Orange; sister, Kendra L. Gray; brother-in-law, Donald Orange and wife, Tana; and sister-in-law, Sandra Pascual. He is also survived by his beautiful Lab "Snowball." Bill was a great sports fan, especially soccer, playing in both High School and College. He was able to attend one of K.C.'s games this year. He was also a member of Fellowship Community Church. A very special thanks to Duke University, Carilion New River Valley Hospital, and most of all, to Carilion Cancer Center and all of the 3rd floor staff (you were wonderful.) The family will receive friends at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem Sunday, October 15, 2006 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Lotz Funeral Home, Salem on Monday, October 16, 2006 with the Rev. Ken Nienke and the Rev. Wesley C. Patterson officiating. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery in Roanoke. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fellowship Community Church Special Needs Ministry. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem. on October 15, 2006.²

     Her Social Security Number was 226-74-4675.³ Sarah Paul "Sally" King was buried at Resthaven Memorial Park, 1917 West Main Street, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2 She was born on October 12, 1886 at West Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Oct 11, 1887.^1,3 As of circa 1919,her married name was Terry.⁴ She married Arthur Thurman Terry, son of Andrew Jackson "Jack" Terry and Martha Jane Gillenwater, circa 1919.^4,1,2 Sarah Paul "Sally" King died on January 11, 1970 at Radford, Virginia, at age 83.^1,2 She Mrs. Sarah King Terry, 82, widow of Arthur T. Terry, died Sunday night, January 11, in a Radford hospital. Surviving, are a daughter, Mrs. Mabel Bean, Christiansburg; two sons, William H. Terry, W. Va., and Arthur W. Terry, Denver, Col; two sisters, Mrs. J.C. Mallan, New York, Mrs. M.S. Benedict, Crewe; one brother, J.W. King, Princeton; W. Va. Burial in Resthaven cemetery, Princeton, W. Va. on January 22, 1970.²

     Mabel Fay Terry was buried at Swain Cemetery, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,4,9 Her Social Security Number was 224-18-6688.² She was born on December 18, 1918 at Ingleside, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,8,4 As of September 9, 1939,her married name was Bean.³ She married Samuel Edgar Bean on September 9, 1939 at Cambria, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Mabel Fay Terry died on October 26, 1989 at Radford, Virginia, at age 70.^8,4,9 She Mabel T. Bean, age 70, of 765 Church St., died Thursday, October 26, 1989, in a Radford hospital. Surviving are one daughter, Laura V. Sowers, Christiansburg; four sons, Samuel Bean, N.C; James Arthur Bean, Roanoke; Jack Lynn Bean; Thomas Edward Bean, both of Christiansburg; a brother, Henry Terry, West Va; 15 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be from the graveside in the Swain Cemetery. on October 27, 1989.⁹

     His Social Security Number was 227-09-6535.⁴ Rufus Roy Bowman was buried at Sandy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Deatonville, Amelia Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on August 22, 1913 at Leigh, Amelia Co., Virginia; His draft card has a birth date of Aug 2, 1913 and the SSDI has Aug 2, 1912.^3,6,4 He married Gladys Katherine "Gigi" Thomas, daughter of Sidney Harry Thomas and Alice Virginia Williams, on June 12, 1939 at Vera, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^1,2 Rufus Roy Bowman and Gladys Katherine "Gigi" Thomas were divorced on September 24, 1960 at Nottoway Co., Virginia.⁷ Rufus Roy Bowman died on December 15, 1968 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 55.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 223-54-8080.³ Shirley Ann Bowman was born on September 24, 1942 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^2,3,7,5 As of January 26, 1967,her married name was Willett.² She married Earnest Lee Willett on January 26, 1967 at Richmond, Virginia.² Shirley Ann Bowman and Earnest Lee Willett were divorced on August 16, 1976 at Hampton, Virginia.⁷ Shirley Ann Bowman died on March 23, 1999 at Newport News, Virginia, at age 56.^3,4,5 She Shirley Ann Bowman Willett, age 56, of Williamsburg, died earty Tuesday, March 23, 1999, at Riverside Regional Medical Center. Born in Lynchburg, she was the daughter of the late Rufus and Gladys Thomas Bowman, and was retired from Eastern State Hospital. Mrs. Willett also attended the King's Way Church of Williamsburg. She is survived by her daughter, Leigh Anne Langston, and husband, Timothy, of Toano; a son, Sidney Scott Willett, and wife, Tammy, of Williamsburg; and three grandchildren, Andrew, Michael and Joanne Willett. on March 24, 1999.⁴

     Earnest Lee Willett was buried at Hampton National Cemetery, Cemetery Road At Marshall Avenue, Hampton, Virginia.^2,5 He was born on April 23, 1933 at Elizabeth City, Virginia.^1,2,5,3,4,6 He married Shirley Ann Bowman, daughter of Rufus Roy Bowman and Gladys Katherine "Gigi" Thomas, on January 26, 1967 at Richmond, Virginia.¹ Earnest Lee Willett and Shirley Ann Bowman were divorced on August 16, 1976 at Hampton, Virginia.⁶ Earnest Lee Willett died on April 9, 1995 at Hampton, Virginia, at age 61.^2,5,3

     Sidney Scott Willett Sidney Scott Willett, 50, of Scarbro, WV passed away July 22, 2021. He was born in Virginia but made West Virginia his home. He is named after his great grandfather Sidney Harry Thomas. The family called him "Scott" but his friends called him "Sid". He never knew a stranger. Growing up, he played pee wee football and was a loyal Oilers fan when they were at Houston. One year, his karate team went to the national championships in Pennsylvania. Later on, he spent time working in the trades of carpentry and masonry but never settled down to just one. Scott also enjoyed his time working at Colonial Williamsburg in the Lodge kitchen for a short while. After moving to West Virginia, he enjoyed working at the Pawn Shop, hanging out at the Comac and even tried his hand at taxidermy. He did whatever he needed to do in order to provide for his family. Scott was a 21 year cancer survivor with 3 different types of cancer over the years though he struggled with health issues his whole life. Despite the odds being against him, he loved his family and friends with all his heart. He is predeceased by his grandmother, Gladys Thomas Bowman whom he called "Gigi"; his mother Shirley B. Willett, and Zack Stallone, who was like a son. He is survived by his two sons, Andrew and Michael; two daughters, Joanne and Billie Jean and three grandchildren; Gabriel, Gage and Abigail, as well as a sister Leigh Anne Langston (Tim) of Virginia and nephew, Hunter Langston. There are many other extended family and friends who will truly miss him.⁴ He married Tammy Unknown.³ Sidney Scott Willett was born on September 11, 1970 at Richmond, Virginia.² He died on July 22, 2021 at Fayette Co., West Virginia, at age 50.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 236-46-3069.³ Goldie Mae Beckelhimer Goldie Mae Thomas, age 81, died Thursday, February 6, 2014 in Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC. She is preceded in death by her parents Noah and Virgie Beckelhimer and a daughter, Bonnie Stone. Interment: East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville, NC. Survivors Sons: Monte Thomas, Marion, IND, John Thomas, Richlands, NC; Daughter: Samantha Thomas, Richlands, NC.² She was buried at East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville, Duplin Co., North Carolina.^4,2 She was born on October 27, 1932 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,3 As of October 10, 1949,her married name was Thomas.¹ She married Earnest John Thomas, son of Roscoe Bee Thomas and Pearl May Kelly, on October 10, 1949 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹ Goldie Mae Beckelhimer died on February 6, 2014 at Greenville, Pitt Co., North Carolina, at age 81.²

     Forest Lacey "Forrest" Thomas was buried at Thornton Cemetery, Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹ He married Martha Carroll.² Forest Lacey "Forrest" Thomas was born on August 27, 1929 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2 He died on November 13, 1995 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 66.^1,2 He Forrest Lacey Thomas, 66, of the Gardner Community (RR 02 Box 478), Princeton, died Monday, November 13, 1995, at a Princeton hospital. Born at Oakvale, he was a son of the late Roderick and Ethel Thomas. He was educated in Mercer County. He served with the U.S. Army for more than 21 years, was a veteran of the Vietnam War and received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Mechanics Badge with Bar. He was a former supervisor as a maintenance director for an apartment complex in Ohio. Survivors: wife, Martha Carroll Thomas; son, David Wayne Thomas of Garfield Heights, Ohio; sisters, Mrs. Wanda Clark of Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. Minnie McGuire of Middleburg, Fla., Mrs. Alma Moye of Princeton and Mrs. Della Mae Pitzer of Bluefield; one granddaughter. on November 15, 1995.²

     Her married name was Taylor.⁶ Her Social Security Number was 265-23-6513.³ Minnie Matilda Thomas married Unknown Taylor.⁶ Minnie Matilda Thomas was born on April 2, 1932 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ As of July 5, 1951,her married name was McGuire.⁴ She married Woodrow Wilson McGuire on July 5, 1951 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.⁴ Minnie Matilda Thomas and Woodrow Wilson McGuire were divorced on January 18, 1972 at Duval Co., Florida.⁸ Minnie Matilda Thomas died on March 10, 2006 at Florida at age 73.³

     Robert Benjamin Thomas was buried at Thornton Cemetery, Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² He was born on May 27, 1936 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3,7 He married Carole Sue Lafferty on February 14, 1963 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.³ Robert Benjamin Thomas died on December 29, 1991 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 55.^2,7 He Robert B. Thomas, 55, of the Corn Bread Ridge area, near the Gardner Community, Princeton, was dead on arrival Sunday at a Princeton hospital. Born at Oakvale, he was a son of the late Rodrick A. and Ethel Hager Thomas. He was a carpenter, served with the U.S. Army in the early 1960s and had been a life long resident of Mercer County. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Lee Thomas and Ted Thomas and one grandson, Ricky L. Thomas Jr. Survivors: son, Ricky L. Thomas of Princeton; daughter, Ms. Donna S. Thomas of Lewisville. N.C; sisters, Mrs. Wanda Clark of Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. Minnie McGuire of Middleburg, Fla., Mrs. Alma Moye of Princeton and Mrs. Della Mae Pitzer of Bluefield; brother, Forrest Thomas of Eppyville, Pa; two grandchildren. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. on January 1, 1992.⁷

     Her Social Security Number was 232-74-8206.² Alma Delois Thomas was buried at Maxey-Moye Cemetery, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ She was born on May 12, 1938 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3 As of November 19, 1955,her married name was Moye.⁴ She married Howard Stanley "Tommy" Moye on November 19, 1955 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,5,4 Alma Delois Thomas died on October 1, 2002 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 64.^2,3 She PRINCETON - Mrs. Alma D. Moye, 64, of Cornbread Ridge, died Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2002 at her home. Born May 12, 1938, at Oakvale, she was the daughter of the late Rodrick and Ethel Hager Thomas. Alma owned and operated Gardner Grocery on the Gardner Road in Princeton for 25 years. She was a lifelong resident of the Mercer County area. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard S. "Tommy" Moye on Aug. 2, 1998; four brothers and one sister. Survivors include her daughter, Debra Darnell and companion, Jetty Lawrence of Princeton; son, Jeff Moye and wife, Lori of Princeton; grandchildren, Derick Darnell and Brandon Moye; and sisters, Minnie McGuire and Wanda Clark both of Florida. Graveside services and burial will be held at ll a.m. Friday from the Maxey-Moye Cemetery on the Cornbread Ridge Road in Princeton with the Rev. David (Butch) Damewood officiating. on October 3, 2002.³

     Edna Mae Thomas Edna Mae Hull (Thomas), age 84, passed away peacefully, holding her granddaughter Kaylee’s hand, at Columbus Alzheimer’s Care Center, on March 1, 2023. She was born on January 1, 1939 in Hinton, West Virginia to Oakley Hobart Thomas and Ada Mae (Bradberry). Edna was a registered nurse and an advocate for mental health/ drug and alcohol rehabilitation. She was a charter member of Brookshire United Methodist Church (Crossroads United Methodist) and participated in many of the activities there, including her favorites of choir and bell choir. Edna participated in many organizations that kept her close to her children like band, Den Mother of Pack 557, Girl Scouts and cheering for the many different teams of Brookshire Baseball and Briggs High School. Edna loved talking about and rooting for her Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. Edna is survived by daughter Susan Dillon, her beloved “Baby Boy” Robert Hull, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, extended family, and friends.³ She was born on January 1, 1939 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ As of circa 1961,her married name was Hull.⁴ She married Robert Edward Hull circa 1961.⁴ Edna Mae Thomas died on March 1, 2023 at Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio, at age 84.³

     Her Social Security Number was 273-28-6255.³ Imogene Mamie Katherine Hurt was buried at New Springfield Lutheran Cemetery, New Springfield, Mahoning Co., Ohio.⁴ She was born on December 28, 1912 at Blacksburg, Virginia.^3,1 As of October 3, 1938,her married name was Thomas.² She married Frank Mateer Thomas, son of Charles Anderson Thomas and Minnie Leona Cole, on October 3, 1938 at Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Virginia.² Imogene Mamie Katherine Hurt died in February, 1992 at age 79.³

     Her Social Security Number was 232- 04-3739.³ Sylvia Elizabeth Beckelhimer was buried at Beckelhimer Family Cemetery, Richlands, Onslow Co., North Carolina.² She was born on March 21, 1928 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,3 As of November 10, 1945,her married name was Thomas.¹ She married Charles Armon Thomas, son of Roscoe Bee Thomas and Pearl May Kelly, on November 10, 1945 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹ Sylvia Elizabeth Beckelhimer died on December 29, 1984 at Jacksonville, Onslow Co., North Carolina, at age 56.⁴

     Roger Lee Thomas was buried at Beckelhimer Family Cemetery, Jacksonville, Onslow Co., North Carolina.¹ His Social Security Number was 234-72-7684.³ He married Irene Geneva Thomas.⁷ Roger Lee Thomas was born on August 29, 1946 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3,5,4 He died on November 17, 1976 at Jacksonville, Onslow Co., North Carolina, at age 30.^1,2,5,4