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     Nancy Carolyn Mast was buried at Christ Episcopal Church Kensington Memorial Garden, 4001 Franklin Street, Kensington, Montgomery Co., Maryland.^6,4 Her married name was Maxwell.⁴ She married Leonard Maxwell.⁴ Nancy Carolyn Mast was born on March 11, 1938 at Norfolk, Virginia.^2,4 As of February 2, 1962,her married name was Durham.⁷ She married Dan Wilson Durham on February 2, 1962 at Kansas City, Jackson Co., Missouri.^7,3 Nancy Carolyn Mast and Dan Wilson Durham were divorced on December 19, 1972 at Hall Co., Texas.⁷ Nancy Carolyn Mast died on October 21, 2021 at Silver Spring, Montgomery Co., Maryland, at age 83.⁴ She Nancy Mast Maxwell, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Silver Spring, MD on October 21, 2021. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Leonard, her son Dan, and sister Sandra. She is survived by her daughter Diane, son-in-law Stephen, and sister Linda. Nancy was born in Norfolk, VA, on March 11, 1938, the first child of G. Carl and Pauline Mast. Due to her father's career in the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, Nancy and the family lived and traveled throughout the contiguous United States. After graduating from the University of Kansas (a proud Sigma Kappa sorority sister), she began a career in music. After playing in the Norfolk Symphony and the Charleston Symphony, Nancy used her Music Education degree and became Montgomery County Public Schools' newest elementary music teacher. She retired 20 and one-half years later, most notably from Candlewood Elementary School. Unsurprisingly she was a lifelong fan of music, musicals, and the performing arts, listening to music until the very end. Nancy loved to travel and frequently visited her family throughout the United States. It is poignant to lose her at this time of year as she loved to go to Skyline Drive each fall to see the leaves turn. Nancy was a 30-year resident of Silver Spring MD, and previously a 22-year resident of Kensington MD. Throughout this time she was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church Kensington, in the early years helping the church to adapt the facility for disabled parishioners. She made lifelong friends at the church who joined her in travel, going to shows, enjoying meals, and laughing. Nancy will be remembered for her goodness and kindness as well as being steadfast in her faith. When we reminisce about Nancy, we will say we knew someone who loved her job, her family, and who imparted her knowledge and love of music to thousands of children. We will remember a fighter, and someone who overcame all of life's challenges to lead a happy and full life. We will treasure that legacy. A celebration of her life will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, 4001 Franklin St, Kensington. She will be interred after the service in the church's memorial garden wall. on October 26, 2021.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 220-42-3484.² Sandra Lynn Mast was buried at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, 3411 Arlington Blvd., Arlington, Virginia.^3,5 Her married name was Farr.⁶ She married James Earl Farr.⁶ Sandra Lynn Mast was born on November 2, 1944 at Seattle, King Co., Washington.^2,3,5 She died on November 11, 2006 at age 62.^2,3,7,5 She Sandra Mast Farr - Beloved mother, grandmother, wife and friend died at 10:30 p.m., Saturday, November 11, 2006, after a valiant struggle against cardiovascular disease. In recent months, she endured repeated invasive surgeries performed by a dedicated team at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore to save her life. Sandee was 62 on November 2, 2006, and will be remembered, above all else, for her genuine kindness to others. Her life was truly a gift to those who were fortunate enough to know her. Her faith in God was sound, and her passing was peaceful as she was held in her daughter's arms. Sandee is survived by two children, Amanda and Scott Farr; three grandchildren, Brad, Brett, Brody Farr, and two sisters, Nancy Maxwell and Linda Hahn. Interment Columbia Garden Cemetery. on November 15, 2006.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 218-82-3886.⁴ Dan Wilson Durham Jr. was buried at Christ Episcopal Church Kensington Memorial Garden, 4001 Franklin Street, Kensington, Montgomery Co., Maryland.² He Dan Wilson Durham, Junior died at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD, on 25 August 2011 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Joan, of the home in Rockville, MD, his father, Dan W. Durham, Sr., of Lacey, WA, his mother, Nancy Mast Maxwell, of Silver Spring, MD, one brother, Dennis Durham, of Gaithersburg, MD, and two sisters, Captain Diane Durham, USCG, of Mystic, CT, and Debra Berne of Glenwood, MD. Dan was born on 4 October 1965 in Charleston, SC. He attended schools in Montgomery County, MD, and graduated from Walter Johnson High School. Dan was a skilled craftsman who worked in the construction and home repair industry. He excelled in all aspects of home remodeling. Dan loved music, animals, nature, people, learning and reading. He appreciated the cultures of all people. Dan saw the good in everyone he met and knew. He could talk to anyone, and was well liked by all who knew him. He loved all kinds of music, but especially country and western music.¹ He married Joan Unknown.¹ Dan Wilson Durham Jr. was born on October 4, 1965 at Charleston, Charleston Co., South Carolina.^1,4 He died on August 25, 2011 at Bethesda, Montgomery Co., Maryland, at age 45.^1,4

     Scott Carlton Farr Scott Carlton Farr, Oct 21, 1966 - Nov 5, 2017. Scott Carlton Farr, of Fairfax, passed away quietly at his home after a lengthy illness on November 5, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Mast Farr, and is survived by his father James Earl Farr; his sister Amanda Farr Stover and his three sons Bradley James Farr, Brereton Earl Farr and Broderick Scott Farr, as well as his large extended family and many friends. Scott was a proud alumnus of Little Flower School, Mater Dei School, Georgetown Preparatory School, Virginia Tech and Syracuse Law School. He will be remembered as an accomplished and decorated athlete, including recognition as an All-Met baseball player, a loyal Redskins and Orioles fan, a Bethany Beach lifeguard and ocean fisherman, and an aficionado of steamed Maryland blue crabs and the Beatles. He had a successful career as an attorney and mortgage broker, but more importantly, he was a proud father, loving husband, loyal friend, and a dear son, brother, and cousin. Scott's wit, smile, and charm will be missed but never forgotten. His loss leaves a hole in our hearts, alongside enduring gratitude for what we shared and for the peace in which he now rests.² He was buried at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, 3411 Arlington Blvd., Arlington, Virginia.¹ He was born on October 21, 1966.¹ He died on November 5, 2017 at Fairfax, Fairfax Co., Virginia, at age 51; His gravestone has a death date of Nov 6, 2017.^1,2

     Gary Lee Junkin Gary Lee Junkin of Sheridan, Arkansas was born July 15, 1958 in Cleveland, Mississippi, the son of the late William and Joy Murrah Junkin. He was a member of Bethany #1 Missionary Baptist Church in the Lazy Bend Community, near Grapevine. To borrow the words from a song, “Loving God, Loving each other…Making music with my friends” describes Gary, his servant’s heart, and his love for serving God, and Praising Him through music. He was a gifted guitarist, having played for over 40 years. Gary loved all of his family, and the huge smile that he always had, got even bigger, when he was with them (including his furbabies). He assured LeAnn, the rest of his family, and everyone he knew, that he was saved, Heaven was real, and he was looking forward to going there. He will be greatly missed, but we celebrate his life, his Home-Going, and look forward to that glad reunion day! Gary died Monday, July 29, 2019 at his home at the age of 61. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kevin Junkin. Survivors: wife LeAnn Lightsey Junkin of Sheridan; daughter, Stephanie and husband Colin Wulfekuhl of Tallahassee, Florida; step-son, Hayden and wife Megan Williams of Sheridan; step-daughter, Anna Grace Williams of Sheridan; 3 grandchildren, Tatiana, Brice and Kinsley; father and mother-in-law, Leo and Ann Lightsey of Grapevine; brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Vickie Lightsey of Grapevine; nieces and nephews, Jeremy Junkin, Josh Junkin and Katie Junkin Halverson. He is also survived by a host of extended family members and many, many, friends. Honorary pallbearers will be his co-workers from Multi-States Electric and his inherited Roof Connect tribe.² He was born on July 15, 1958 at Cleveland, Bolivar Co., Mississippi.^1,2 He married Sally Madalyn Basham, daughter of Wesley Raymon Basham and Madeline M. Grim, on October 2, 1995 at Pulaski Co., Arkansas.^1,3 Gary Lee Junkin died on July 29, 2019 at Sheridan, Grant Co., Arkansas, at age 61.²

     Dr. Michael Grim Basham was buried at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Scott Co., Virginia.^1,4 He Dr. Michael G. Basham, 71, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, January 11, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Norton, VA. Originally from Shawsville, VA, he graduated from Christiansburg High School. He was a graduate of Emory and Henry College and UVA Charlottesville. He served as Superintendent of Schools in Scott and Wise Counties. He was a member of the Wise First Church of God, and active member of the Wise Kiwanis Club, a member of the Masonic Lodge, an Eagle Scout and a U.S. Army Veteran. He loved family, football and friendships. He was a pioneer in education and believed strongly in empowerment through learning. He had a strong presence and hand shake. He was known as a gentle giant and never met a stranger nor forgot a name. He accomplished much in his life and encouraged and supported others’ accomplishments.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Madeline Grim Basham and stepfather, Wesley R. Basham. Surviving are his Loving wife of 50 years, Betty Jo Maddux Basham; son, Chris Basham and wife Heather of Wise, VA; daughter, Michelle Basham of Gate City, VA; five grandchildren, Luke Basham, Samuel Basham, Olivia Basham, Hannah Wells and Stephen Wells; a brother, Wesley Basham and wife Barbara Lynn of GA; a sister, Sally Junkin and husband Gary of Ar; and a host of other relatives and friends. Graveside services and burial will be held in the Holston View Cemetery in Gate City, VA.¹ His Social Security Number was 227-56-5155.⁵ He was born on June 24, 1942 at Virginia.⁶ He married Betty Jo Maddux on January 2, 1964 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^1,3 Dr. Michael Grim Basham died on January 11, 2014 at Norton, Wise Co., Virginia, at age 71.^1,2,6