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     Minnie Kathryn Cole Minnie Kathryn Cole Chewning of Roanoke, Va., passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. She was born in Roanoke, Va., where she met her husband, Bobby Chewning. Minnie graduated from William Fleming High School. After marrying Mr. Chewning, they moved to California for several years while Mr. Chewning was in the Navy. Minnie worked for the telephone company while there. When their sons were small, they moved back to Roanoke to be near family. Minnie devoted her life to babysitting many children watching them from the time they were infants until they started school and taking care of her family. She loved all UVA sports and cheering on her Cavaliers. Her greatest gift was her dedication to her daughter, Tracy. No mother loved her daughter more, and for 47 years, she took care of her and made sure she wanted for nothing. Her selflessness was an example for all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Gladys Cole; her four brothers Don, Bobby, Louis, and Wesley Cole; and her sister, Betty Pritchard. Minnie is survived by her devoted husband, Bobby Chewning, to whom she was very proud to be married for 62 years; her daughter, Tracy Chewning; her sons, Tom Chewning and wife, Robin, and Tim Chewning and wife, Nancy; three grandsons, Corey, Christopher and Tyler Chewning; and one great-granddaughter, Sophia. She is also survived by sisters-in-law, Joyce Cole and Cathy Cole; many nieces and nephews; and two special couples who were dear friends, Wanda and Earl Atkins and Charlie and Ann Rozier.³ She was born on August 29, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 As of circa 1956,her married name was Chewning.³ She married Bobby Ray Chewning circa 1956.^6,4,3 Minnie Kathryn Cole died on April 17, 2018 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 80.³

     Her Social Security Number was 228-48-7741.¹¹ Her married name was Pritchard.² Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole married John Marvin Pritchard.^2,7 Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole and John Marvin Pritchard were divorced.¹² Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole was born on June 23, 1939 at Roanoke, Virginia.^11,5,4 As of November 17, 1961,her married name was Rutherford.³ She married Joseph Frank Rutherford on November 17, 1961 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole and Joseph Frank Rutherford were divorced on December 9, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole died on March 3, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 67.^11,8,13 She Rosa (Betty) Pritchard, 67, of Vinton, peacefully went to her heavenly home on Saturday, March 3, 2007. She was preceded in death by her parents Tom and Gladys Cole and, brother Thomas Donald Cole. Those left to cherish her loving memory are sons, Marty Pritchard and Sherry Wray of Bedford County, and Kevin Pritchard and Vicki of Vinton; grandchildren, Josh, Brianna and Gage, all of Vinton; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bob Cole and wife, Betty, of Morristown, Tenn., Louis Cole and wife, Joyce, of Botetourt, Merriman (Twiddles) Cole and wife, Kathy, of San Bruno, Calif; sister and brother-in-law, Minnie Chewning and husband, Bobby, of Roanoke County; aunt, Mrs. Laura Kesler, Salem; uncle, Mr. Ammon Sears, Stuart Va; special niece and husband Vicky and Kenny Grapel; and numerous nieces and nephews. on March 8, 2007.⁸

     Her Social Security Number was 053-32-5137.³ Helene Anne Bouck was born on January 9, 1940 at Plainfield, Ostego Co., New York.^2,3,4 As of April 8, 1980,her married name was Cole.² She married Thomas Donald "Don" Cole, son of Thomas Marvin Cole and Gladys Nellie Sears, on April 8, 1980 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 Helene Anne Bouck died on January 13, 2007 at New York at age 67.^1,3 She Helene Cole, 67, of Utica, N.Y. and formerly of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord January 13, 2007. She was preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Helene Bouck; and her husband, Thomas Cole. Those left to mourn her are her daughter and son-in-law, Donald and Sandra Dooley, of Roanoke; her son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Mary Nevins, of Hampton, Va; her grandson, Harland Nevins; her brothers and sisters, David Bouck, of Idaho, Bernard Bouck, of North Dakota, Ellen Jones, of West Winfield, N.Y., and Mary Crumb, of West Winfield, N.Y; and a host of nieces and nephews. on January 17, 2007.¹

     Betty June Shockley was buried at Jefferson Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Jefferson City, Jefferson Co., Tennessee.^3,1 She Betty S. Cole, heaven gained a new angel when Betty S. Cole, 82, of Morristown, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 9, 2017 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert M. “Bob” Cole; parents, Joe and Ruth Shockley; and son-in-law, Dennis Lee Hurd. She is survived by her children, Rick (Sherri) Cole, Karen L. Hurd, and Tommy Joe Cole; grandchildren, Chris Berry, Tim Berry, Travis (Brandy) Cole, and Renee (Jeff) Hughes; seven great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Minnie Chewning of Roanoke, VA, Joyce Cole of Fort Myers, FL; also several cousins, nieces, and nephews; special friends, Geri Collins, Barbara Holt, Mary Lou Haire, and Mary Ann Bivens; and special caregiver, Cleo Harris. Graveside services will be at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.¹ She was born on November 25, 1934.³ As of September 11, 1954,her married name was Cole.² She married Robert Merle "Bobby" Cole, son of Thomas Marvin Cole and Gladys Nellie Sears, on September 11, 1954 at Hawkins Co., Tennessee.^1,2 Betty June Shockley died on April 9, 2017 at Morristown, Hamblen Co., Tennessee, at age 82.^3,1

     Joyce Ann Givens Joyce Ann Cole (Givens) of Appleton, Wisconsin, went home to be with the Lord and her loving husband, on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Joyce was born in Roanoke, Virginia, where she met her husband Louis Cole. They were married in Rockingham County North Carolina, shortly thereafter Louis joined the US Navy, while stationed at Naval Station Great Lakes, located in North Chicago, Illinois. Joyce found her career working at Abbott Labs. She was a true pioneer in the advancement of women in business, becoming an engineer and making her way in a man's world. She worked hard and became one of the top female executives, an achievement that she was very proud of. After retirement from Abbott, Joyce and Louis relocated back to Roanoke, Virginia, where they resided for many years before moving to N. Ft. Myers, Florida where the climate suited their lifestyle better. Joyce loved to travel, spend time with friends, play golf, and lounge by the pool. Joyce loved to shop and was always dressed to impress. Joyce is survived by her children: Cindy Whitecotton, Terri Hill (Glen), Vicky Cole (Ken), Katie Davis (Larry), Butch Cole (Julie); grandchildren: David Hill, Danielle Schmitz (Nick), Rebecca Pearson (Drew), Brandon Cole (Elena), Larissa Joma (Julio), and Jessica Hassan (Craig). Joyce was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years Louis Cole, her parents Alva Givens and Muriel Walker; her brothers Bill and Charles Givens, grandson Lance James, and son-in-law Frank Whitecotton. Joyce will be greatly missed by all those who had the privilege to know her, "I know", many loving memories will remain forever. Joyce's ashes will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery, next to her loving husband.³ She was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia.^3,5 She was born on August 7, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5 As of December 30, 1952,her married name was Cole.² She married Louis Eugene Cole, son of Thomas Marvin Cole and Gladys Nellie Sears, on December 30, 1952 at Leaksville, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^1,2,3 Joyce Ann Givens died on October 7, 2018 at Appleton, Outagamie Co., Wisconsin, at age 82.^3,5

     His Social Security Number was 248-44-1488.³ John Marvin Pritchard and Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole were divorced.¹ John Marvin Pritchard married Rosa Elizabeth "Betty" Cole, daughter of Thomas Marvin Cole and Gladys Nellie Sears.^4,5 John Marvin Pritchard was born on April 29, 1931 at South Carolina.^1,3 He died on October 17, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 79.^1,3,6 He John Pritchard of Roanoke, Va., and formerly of Sumter, S.C., died on Sunday, October 17, 2010. He was 79. Born on April 29, 1931, he was a 22 year veteran of the United States Air Force, retiring as a Staff Sergeant. He served from 1947 until 1969, including deployment during the Korean War. John often referred to the men with whom he served as his brothers. John loved travel, both serving others as a bus driver and cruising with Barbara. He is survived by his beloved companion, Barbara; and grandson, Shawn; children, Lorrie and Donnie Danielson, Beth Pritchard, Carrie and Steve Woodruff, John Pritchard Jr., Debbie and Randy Van Dyke, Leo Pritchard, John Marvin Pritchard, Kevin and Vicky Pritchard, and Yvonne Hunter; a sister, Carolyn Ward; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his great caregivers, John and Sue McGuire, Joy Newton, Gary and Opel Bowden, and Jerry and Sue Newton. He will be sadly missed by Missy and Bingo. on October 20, 2010.¹

     Cynthia Diane "Cindy" Cole Cindy Whitecotton, November 25, 1953 - November 17, 2018. Cindy Whitecotton, 64, of Salem, Va., went home to be with the Lord and join her loving husband on Saturday, November 17, 2018, after a short illness. Cindy was such a kind and caring sister, friend, niece, and aunt on earth and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She cherished her family and friends. Cindy worked at Carillion for over 30 years and retired in 2013. Cindy had a big heart to help others, and while she was a mentor with the Big Brothers Big Sisters (to Melissa Carter), she met the love of her life, Frank. She was so affectionately known as "Queenie" to friends and family because Frank treated her as his "Queenie". Cindy was so generous with others and you could always look forward to having some of her home baked goodies. She always baked love for everyone. Preceding her in death was her loving husband, Frank Whitecotton; parents, Louis and Joyce Cole; and nephew, Lance James. Cindy is survived by her sisters, Terri (Glen) Hill, Vicky (Ken) Grapel, and Katie (Larry) Davis; brother, Butch (Julie) Cole; nieces and nephews, David Hill, Danielle (Nick) Schmitz, Becca (Drew) Pearson, Brandon (Elena) Cole, Jessica (Craig) Hassan, and Larissa (Julio) Joma; many great-nieces and great-nephews; along with her very "special adopted" kids, Joe and Lisa Bond; and special friends, Linda Baker, Carolyn Cundiff, and Guy and Tammy Angel. Cindy's family would like to thank all the family, friends, and special neighbors who have given so much love and support to her during these past several months.⁵ She was born on November 25, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,3,4 As of April 6, 1991,her married name was Whitecotton.³ She married Frank Wesley Whitecotton on April 6, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,5,3 Cynthia Diane "Cindy" Cole died on November 18, 2017 at Virginia at age 63.⁵

     Frank Wesley Whitecotton Frank Wesley Whitecotton, 56, of Salem, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. Frank was truly an angel here on earth and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He cherished his family and friends, but he also was passionate about doing random acts of kindness for strangers. Frank was a faithful employee of Berglund Ford-Mazda where he was a parts counterperson for over 20 years. He loved football, and has been a lifelong Redskins fan. Preceding him in death were his parents, Roy and Alma Whitecotton; and his father-in-law, Louis Cole. His surviving family includes his loving wife of 26 years, Cindy (Queenie) Whitecotton; sister, Bonnie Bolin; brothers, John and Allen Whitecotton; mother-in-law, Joyce Cole; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Glen and Terri Hill, Ken and Vicky Grapel, Larry and Katie Davis, and Butch and Julie Cole; numerous nieces and nephews; our very "special adopted" kids, Joe and Lisa Bond; and a special friend, Linda Baker. Frank's wife, Cindy, would like to thank all the family, friends, and special neighbors who have given so much love and support to her and Frank during these past several months.⁴ He was born on November 14, 1960 at Maryland.⁵ He married Cynthia Diane "Cindy" Cole, daughter of Louis Eugene Cole and Joyce Ann Givens, on April 6, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,5 Frank Wesley Whitecotton died on February 22, 2017 at age 56.⁴