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     Wanda Jeanette Sigmon was buried at Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, 6200 Henry Road, Henry, Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,3 She Wanda S. Spencer, 71, of Collinsville, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at Carilion-Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born in Franklin County on October 26, 1950, to the late Posey Mitchell Sigmon and Leo Ray Smith Sigmon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Leonard “Mutt” Spencer; a son, Jeffery Spencer; daughter, Diane Vaught; grandson, Josh Williams. Wanda is survived by her daughters, Deborah Spencer, Susan Foley (Mike) and Sharon Cunningham (Rudy); 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Laymon Sigmon; sister, Juanita Ferguson (Jackie); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Burial will follow at Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Henry.⁶ She was born on October 26, 1950 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,3 As of April 19, 1975,her married name was Bridges.¹ She married Ernest Lacy Bridges on April 19, 1975 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Wanda Jeanette Sigmon and Ernest Lacy Bridges were divorced on October 16, 1978.¹ As of August 14, 1981,her married name was Spencer.¹ Wanda Jeanette Sigmon married Leonard Lee Spencer on August 14, 1981 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,7,5,6 Wanda Jeanette Sigmon died on August 24, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^6,3

     His Social Security Number was 229-46-3497.³ Ernest Lacy Bridges was born on March 8, 1938 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 He married Wanda Jeanette Sigmon, daughter of Posie Mitchell Sigmon and Leo Ray Smith, on April 19, 1975 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Ernest Lacy Bridges and Wanda Jeanette Sigmon were divorced on October 16, 1978.¹ Ernest Lacy Bridges died on March 23, 2010 at Florida at age 72.³

     Leonard Lee Spencer was buried at Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, 6200 Henry Road, Henry, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,4 He Leonard “Mutt” Spencer, 84, of Collinsville, passed into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ, peacefully and honorably on Friday, March 5, 2021 in the Carilion-Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Franklin County on June 20, 1936 to the late Teaford Lee Spencer and the late Nannie M. Lewis Spencer. He was also preceded in death by two children, Diane Vaught and Jeffery Spencer; sister, Bertha Hollandsworth; brothers, Herman Spencer, Thurman Spencer and Little Jimmy Spencer. Mutt was retired from Stanley Furniture with over 40 years of service. Mutt is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Wanda Sigmon Spencer; daughters, Deborah Spencer of Tipp City, OH, Susan Foley (Mike) of Bassett and Sharon (Rudy) Cunningham of Vinton; 16 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; sisters, Marie Cooper of Martinsville and Vinnie Spencer of Rocky Mount; brothers, Delmar Spencer of Petersburg, Bobby Wayne Spencer of Henry and Arthur T. Spencer of Henry; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Burial will follow in Mill Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Henry.² He was born on June 20, 1936 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5,3 He married Wanda Jeanette Sigmon, daughter of Posie Mitchell Sigmon and Leo Ray Smith, on August 14, 1981 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,7 Leonard Lee Spencer died on March 5, 2021 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 84.^2,4

     Gwyndolen Ann Via Ann Via Sigmon, age 82 of Ferrum passed away at her residence on Friday, March 8, 2019. She was born June 2, 1936 a daughter of the late Fred and Lessie Carter Via. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Hazel Via Hale, Nellie Prillaman Rush; brother-in-law, Bobby Beeghly. Ann is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Laymon Cleo Sigmon; children, Sandra Sigmon Lawson (Eddie), Brenda Sigmon, Cleo Sigmon (Becky); grandchildren, Angie Williams (David), Dakota Sigmon, Mitchell Sigmon and Blaine Sigmon; great-grandchild, Morgan Robertson; and sister, Ada Via Beeghly; brothers-in-law, Roy “Jr.” Hale, Frank Rush. Ann attended Henry Elementary School and Rocky Mount High School. She enjoyed her career as a van driver with the Franklin County Department of Aging. She was a member of the Patrick Henry Saddle Club; and enjoyed quilting, scrap-booking and spending time with her grandchildren. Interment will follow at Republican Church Cemetery in Ferrum.¹ She was buried at Republican Church Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on June 2, 1936 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of circa 1957,her married name was Sigmon.¹ She married Laymon Cleo Sigmon, son of Posie Mitchell Sigmon and Leo Ray Smith, circa 1957.^1,3 Gwyndolen Ann Via died on March 8, 2019 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 82.¹

     Brenda Kay Sigmon Brenda Kay Sigmon, age 64 of Henry died Monday, June 9, 2025. She was born June 17, 1960 and was preceded in death by her mother, Ann Via Sigmon; sister, Sandra Sigmon Lawson; former spouse, Jimmy Sigmon; and grandparents, Posey and Leo Sigmon, Fred Via and Lessie Via Guilliams. Surviving are her son, Dakota Sigmon, father, Laymon Sigmon; brother, Cleo Sigmon (Becky); niece, Angie Williams (David); nephews, Mitchell Sigmon (Taylor) and Blaine Sigmon (Leanne); great-niece, Morgan Robertson; aunts, Juanita Ferguson (Jackie) and Ada Beeghly; uncle, Roy Hale; and numerous cousins. Interment will follow in Republican Church Cemetery.² She was buried at Republican Church Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.² She was born on June 17, 1960 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 She married Jimmy Dean Sigmon on May 24, 1985 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,2 Brenda Kay Sigmon died on June 9, 2025 at Virginia at age 64.²

     Jimmy Dean Sigmon Jimmy Dean Sigmon, 57, of Bassett, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at his residence. He was born in Martinsville on August 27, 1959 to the late Euel Sigmon and the late Frances Atkins Sigmon. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Ashworth. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Brenda Sigmon; son, Jimmy Dakota Sigmon; sisters, Mary Sigmon, Janie Daniel and Peggy Adkins; and brother, Reeves Sigmon. A graveside service will be at Henry Memorial Park. Burial will follow the graveside service.³ He was buried at Henry Memorial Park, 8443 Virginia Avenue, Oak Level, Henry Co., Virginia.³ He was born on August 27, 1959 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Brenda Kay Sigmon, daughter of Laymon Cleo Sigmon and Gwyndolen Ann Via, on May 24, 1985 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,4 Jimmy Dean Sigmon died on June 21, 2017 at Bassett, Virginia, at age 57.³

     Sandra Lucille Sigmon In the early hours of August 26th, 2019 Sandra Sigmon Lawson unexpectedly passed away. She was born April 10, 1956 to Ann and Laymon Sigmon of Ferrum, Virginia. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Eddie Lawson; her daughter, Angie Williams (David); one grandchild, Morgan Robertson; her sister, Brenda Sigmon (Jimmy- deceased); her brother, Cleo Sigmon (Becky); three nephews, Dakota, Mitchell and Blaine; mother-in-law, Opal Turner (Edwin- deceased) and a brother-in-law, Steve Lawson. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ann Sigmon; maternal grandparents, Lessie and Fred Via and fraternal grandparents Posie and Leo Sigmon. She spent many years of her life caring and advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She was a caring and devoted friend, mother, and wife. She opened her heart and home to those who needed her. Sandra was a spontaneous adventure seeker, always ready for a road trip. She loved the outdoors and spent much of her life boating and fishing. Her latest hobby was kayaking and she felt most peaceful on the water. Over the years she developed a green thumb, spending hours planting her gnome garden and painting fairy houses to decorate her flowerbeds. She possessed an infectious smile and took joy in spending time with her friends and family. She was an avid reader and loved crossword puzzles. She lived her life to the fullest with no apologies and passed from this world too soon.⁶ She was born on April 10, 1956 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,6 As of May 19, 1975,her married name was Hodges.³ She married Harvey Clinton Hodges on May 19, 1975 at Darlington, Darlington Co., South Carolina.³ As of December 24, 1985,her married name was Wright.¹ Sandra Lucille Sigmon married Ralph Leon Wright on December 24, 1985 at Henry Co., Virginia.¹ Sandra Lucille Sigmon and Harvey Clinton Hodges were divorced on August 25, 1986 at Franklin Co., Virginia.³ Sandra Lucille Sigmon and Ralph Leon Wright were divorced on February 16, 1993 at Patrick Co., Virginia.³ As of April 26, 1997,her married name was Lawson.¹ Sandra Lucille Sigmon married Dana Edwin Lawson on April 26, 1997 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,5,6 Sandra Lucille Sigmon died on August 26, 2019 at Virginia at age 63.⁶

     Ralph Leon Wright was buried at Old Center Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Sanville, Henry Co., Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 228-74-2443.⁴ He was born on May 30, 1952 at Ronceverte, Greenbrier Co., West Virginia.^1,4,5 He married Sandra Lucille Sigmon, daughter of Laymon Cleo Sigmon and Gwyndolen Ann Via, on December 24, 1985 at Henry Co., Virginia.¹ Ralph Leon Wright and Sandra Lucille Sigmon were divorced on February 16, 1993 at Patrick Co., Virginia.² Ralph Leon Wright R. Leon Wright, 50, of Bassett, died Thursday, May 15, 2003, at Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C. Born on May 30, 1952, he was the son of the late Wilburn Wright and Elaine S. Cassell of Bassett. In addition to his parents, he also was preceded in death by his stepfather, Lemley Cassell. Surviving are two sons, Charles Donnie of Thornhill Bassett Wright and Timothy Wayne Wright of Patrick Springs; a brother, Chester Wright of Stanley, N.C; a sister, Carol Sue Wright of Bassett; two step-brothers, Richard Williamson of Fredericksburg and Gary Williamson of West Virginia; a step-sister, Susan Walker of Statesville, N.C., and two grandchildren. A graveside funeral service will be conducted at the Old Center Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. on March 18, 2003.³ He died on May 15, 2003 at Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., North Carolina, at age 50.^3,4,5,6

     Brian Keith Ferguson Brian Keith Ferguson, 59, of Henry, VA, began his eternal hunting trip Saturday, January 30, 2021, setting out from home in the walk of a lifelong hunter, quiet, light-footed, and peaceful. Bidding him farewell on this journey, his loving and devoted wife, Lorie Ferguson; his stead-fast son of whom he was so proud-the pride of his life, Kaleb (Jennifer) Ferguson; grand-daughter, the apple of his eye and joy of his heart, Julia Grace; loving parents Jackie and Juanita Ferguson; first sparring partner and favorite sister, Karen (Todd) Warlitner; and endearing little brother, Duffy Ferguson. He was a life-long Franklin County soul of few words, but made them count in casual conversation, direct as needed, or with a laughing drawl accompanied by a sly side-ways smile known to everyone who knew him. An electrician by trade, there was nothing he could not install, repair or create anew. As a child he took Christmas toys apart, and not just his toys, remaking them into new gadget toys. He obliged family and friends when called to help with anything as he was also skilled with construction; there was nothing he could not do with his hands and tools. If he saw something, he could make it, or make his own version. He remained close in heart to co-workers and friends from Bassett Furniture and Ferrum College. He said the only thing he missed from work were the people especially Betty, Hilda, and Donna/Ferrum College Housekeeping and the boys at the maintenance shop/Ferrum College. His fur babies, Bandit and Bear, brought him much joy and strained his patience, but he loved them dearly. A mostly quiet man, he was deeply sentimental. He treasured family pictures, mementos and every gift received which he carefully displayed. In like manner, he was quietly spiritual. He loved children and was a long time donor to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. He learned to hunt from his Grandpa Posie at an early age. He spent most of his life in the woods; he said it was truly home to him. He said that the woods and his deck were where he found the most peace especially on clear, quiet nights, looking up at the sky and stars. He is preceded in eternity by maternal grandparents Posie and Leo Sigmon; paternal grandparents Jack and Virginia Ferguson; Aunt Ann Sigmon; cousin Sandra Lawson; Uncle Bobby Ferguson; and cousin Greg Ferguson. He will be loved from afar by extended family Uncle Laymon Sigmon, Aunt Wanda and Uncle Leonard (Mutt) Spencer, Aunt Earlene and Uncle John Raffloer, Kaitlyn Ferguson (niece), Kevin Ferguson (nephew), stepsons Andy Hubbard and Brandon Hubbard, Brenda Sigmon (cousin), and Cleo (Becky) Sigmon, cousin by blood and in heart. Interment at Republican Church Cemetery, Ferrum, VA. The family extends its sincerest appreciation for their support in this difficult time to Dr. James Maxey, Franklin County Carilion Hospice, Twin Oaks Baptist Church Family, Gail Holley, and Ferrum College Maintenance Shop.³ He was buried at Republican Church Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ He married Lorie Unknown.³ Brian Keith Ferguson was born on March 20, 1961 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2 He married Heather Dawn Smith on September 5, 1987 at Henry Co., Virginia.¹ Brian Keith Ferguson and Heather Dawn Smith were divorced on April 17, 2002 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁴ Brian Keith Ferguson died on January 30, 2021 at Virginia at age 59.³