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     William Alfred Simmons was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,5 His Social Security Number was 231-05-7910.⁷ He was born on May 23, 1921 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,4,7,5,6 He married Theresa Alberta Custer, daughter of Claude Clarence Custer and Martha Elizabeth Bell, on February 3, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ William Alfred Simmons and Theresa Alberta Custer were divorced on January 7, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.² William Alfred Simmons died on April 25, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 37.^3,5

     Richard Lynn Cundiff Sr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 223-62-7500.⁵ He was born on August 31, 1946 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,5 He married Pamela Dawn Smith, daughter of James Leonard "Jim" Smith Jr. and Theresa Alberta Custer, on September 25, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Richard Lynn Cundiff Sr. and Pamela Dawn Smith were divorced on January 27, 1988 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Richard Lynn Cundiff Sr. died on December 2, 2005 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 59.^3,4,5,7,6 He Richard L. (Dickie) Cundiff, Sr., 59, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, December 2, 2005. He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel J. Cundiff. "Dickie" was Virginia Tech's number one fan. Surviving are his mother, Doris Cundiff; daughters, Barbara Cundiff and Patricia Mellott, all of Roanoke; sons, Richard L. Cundiff, Jr. Roanoke, Stephen Cundiff and wife, Cindy of Athens, Ala; brother Gary Cundiff and wife, Linda of Roanoke; sister Donna Scott and husband, Jack of Virginia Beach; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a number of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Dickie had a very special relationship with his niece, Kimberly. on December 5, 2005.⁴

     Amanda Jenel Palmer Amanda Janel Palmer Tarpley, 34, and her sons Coleton, 9 and Charlie "cha-cha", 6, were prematurely taken from this world on Wednesday, February 4, 2015. Amanda had previously worked at Forsyth Medical Center in Orthopedics and later in case management. After the birth of her boys, she became a dedicated full-time mommy, volunteering at their school and attending to all of Charlie's medical needs. Coleton and Charlie both were beloved students at Poplar Springs Elementary, where they were adored by their schoolmates, teachers and everyone else who came in contact with these sweet boys. Coleton served as Charlie's protector and "big brother". The family takes comfort in knowing that although their loved ones are gone too soon, they know that God is grieving with them while rejoicing in the presence of his newest Angels. They are survived by a family that will forever love them: parents and grandparents Kay and Danny Vogler, brother and uncle, Bruce Palmer, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. They were preceded in death by grandparents and great grandparents Charlie and Dorothy Wood of Roanoke, VA. A family graveside service will be held at Loves Cemetery.³ She was buried at Loves United Methodist Church Cemetery, Walkertown, Forsyth Co., North Carolina.³ She was born on October 4, 1980 at Roanoke, Virginia.² As of April 13, 2002,her married name was Tarpley.⁴ She married Coleton Lee Tarpley Sr. on April 13, 2002 at Stokes Co., North Carolina.⁴ Amanda Jenel Palmer died on February 4, 2015 at Stokes Co., North Carolina, at age 34.³ She New details have emerged about the family deputies found dead from gunshot wounds at a residence on Ralph Boyles Road Wednesday morning. Deputies believe Coleton and Amanda Tarpley and their two children, Charlie, 6, and Coleton, 9, likely died as a result of a murder-suicide. According to the Stokes County Sheriff’s Office, a preliminary investigation indicates that Coleton Tarpley was the shooter. On March 4, 2014, Coleton Tarpley filed for custody of their two children. In the custody complaint he alleges that Amanda Tarpley left the family home on March 1, 2014, to live with a lover in King. The complaint further claimed that Amanda Tarpley intended to leave the state with her lover and the two children to live with the lover’s family in or around Charleston, S.C. Coleton Tarpley also said in the complaint that he believed Amanda Tarpley had suffered a nervous breakdown or similar disorder and was not fit to have custody of the children. A handwritten statement by Coleton Tarpley stated that Amanda Tarpley had woken him up on a Saturday morning and told him that “she was in love with someone else and was leaving.” He continued, writing that “she looked extremely strange like she was out of her mind. Her pupils were dilated and she looked at me wide-eyed and was smiling and kind of chuckling.” He finished by saying that he believed she was “not in her right state of mind and not thinking clearly.” Coleton Tarpley had additionally filed for an order for protection against Amanda Tarpley on March 3, 2014. In a temporary custody order filed on May 21, 2014, a Stokes County judge ordered that Coleton Tarpley had primary custody of the two children, with Amanda Tarpley having limited visitation rights on Tuesdays and Thursdays as well as for a two-hour period on weekends. On Wednesday morning, the family was found dead from gunshot wounds in the residence. The two children were to arrive home early as a result of an early dismissal from Poplar Springs Elementary School. Coleton Tarpley’s father, Charles David Tarpley, was said to have gone to the house to get the children off the bus and noticed something wrong. Stokes County sheriff’s deputies were called for a welfare check. Upon arrival, they were advised by Charles Tarpley that he had a key and unlocked the door. The chain lock on the door was still secured and Charles Tarpley kicked the door open. Once inside, Charles Tarpley and Deputy D.J. Moore located Coleton and Amanda Tarpley on the couch deceased from gunshot wounds. Further inspection of the house led to the discoveries of the two children, also dead from gunshot wounds. It remains unclear why Amanda Tarpley was at the residence. Evidence collected Inside the residence, deputies located a Ruger SR9 9mm, cartridge cases, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Two spent cartridge cases were found near the bodies of the parents; one on the couch and another behind it. Two more cases were found in the master bedroom; one on a dog bed and another under a pillow. A smoking device was located inside Coleton Tarpley’s left front pocket. It is unclear if Coleton or Amanda Tarpley were intoxicated at the time or had drugs in their system. The sheriff’s department has not determined a motive for the killings. on February 6, 2015.⁵

     Coleton Lee Tarpley Sr. Mr. Coleton Lee Tarpley, 35, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at his home. Coleton was born in Altoona, PA on November 14, 1979. Coleton was a loving father, son, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He was operations manager of the Field Division of Stanleyville Paving. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, drawing, reading, watching cartoons and had a great fondness for antiques. He is survived by his parents, Dave and Sherri Tarpley of King, two brothers; Charles Tarpley (Cindy) of Kernersville and Eric Tarpley (Jenny) of Pfafftown, three nephews; Chance, Chasin and Caleb and two nieces; Maddon and Bella. Coleton is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and extended family. Burial will follow in Love’s United Methodist Church Cemetery in Walkertown.³ He was buried at Loves United Methodist Church Cemetery, Walkertown, Forsyth Co., North Carolina.² He was born on November 14, 1979 at Altoona, Blair Co., Pennsylvania.^2,3 He married Amanda Jenel Palmer, daughter of Wyatt Tilden Palmer and Patricia Kay Wood, on April 13, 2002 at Stokes Co., North Carolina.¹ Coleton Lee Tarpley Sr. died on February 4, 2015 at Stokes Co., North Carolina, at age 35.^2,3

     Coleton Lee Tarpley II Coleton Lee Tarpley II and Charlie David Tarpley, loving brothers, passed away together on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at their home. Coleton was born on November 22, 2005 and Charlie was on February 11, 2008. They both attended Poplar Springs Elementary School where they loved their teachers and classmates. The boys are survived by their grandparents, Dave and Sherry Tarpley of King and Kay and Danny Vogler of Walkertown, along with several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Burial will follow in Love’s United Methodist Church Cemetery in Walkertown.¹ He was buried at Loves United Methodist Church Cemetery, Walkertown, Forsyth Co., North Carolina.^1,2 He was born on November 22, 2005 at North Carolina.^1,2 He died on February 4, 2015 at Stokes Co., North Carolina, at age 9.^3,2

     Charlie David Tarpley Coleton Lee Tarpley II and Charlie David Tarpley, loving brothers, passed away together on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at their home. Coleton was born on November 22, 2005 and Charlie was on February 11, 2008. They both attended Poplar Springs Elementary School where they loved their teachers and classmates. The boys are survived by their grandparents, Dave and Sherry Tarpley of King and Kay and Danny Vogler of Walkertown, along with several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Burial will follow in Love’s United Methodist Church Cemetery in Walkertown.² He was buried at Loves United Methodist Church Cemetery, Walkertown, Forsyth Co., North Carolina.^2,3 He was born on February 11, 2008 at North Carolina.^2,3 He died on February 4, 2015 at Stokes Co., North Carolina, at age 6.^1,2,3

     Meghan Louise Palmer was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² She was born on May 22, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 She died on July 7, 1991 at Charlottesville, Virginia.²