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     Harry Edward "Eddie" Carr was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on March 9, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 He married Helen Elizabeth "Libby" Gamble on August 15, 1970 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Harry Edward "Eddie" Carr died on August 5, 2019 at Virginia at age 70.¹ He Harry Edward (Eddie) Carr, 70, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Monday, August 5, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Elsworth Carr and Mary Carr Miller; stepfather, Walter Miller; father and mother-in-law, Cal C. and Helen M. Gamble; and special brother-in-law, Robert Ferris. Eddie is survived by his wife, Helen "Libby" Gamble Carr, his high school sweetheart; his precious daughter and son-in-law, Laura Lee and David Griffith; his cherished grandsons, Jacob Griffith - his fishing buddy and Ryan Griffith - his treasuring hunting buddy; brothers-in-law, Cal "Dewey" Gamble (Leslie), John Gamble (Debbie), and Glenn "Jigger" Gamble (Jum Soon); sister-in-law, Lynn Ferris; aunt, Liz Clark; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Eddie was a 1967 graduate of William Fleming High School. He worked for Norfolk Southern Railroad as a machinist, known by Mole, for 41 years. He attended First Christian Church Vinton and Goodview Baptist. Eddie enjoyed Nags Head, fishing and playing the guitar. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 8, 2019, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with Pastors Brian Geiser and Joey Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton. on August 6, 2019.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-05-6009.⁶ James William Thomas Sr. was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,7 He was born on October 3, 1918 at Pulaski, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^{6,2,7,3,4,8,5} He married Vera June Carr, daughter of Isaac McKinley "Ken" Carr and Elva Rebecca "Elvy" Whitenack, on June 7, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 James William Thomas Sr. died on September 5, 1981 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 62.^6,2,7,8

     His Social Security Number was 226-28-4130.⁷ John Ellis Jr. was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on June 20, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,4,5,8,6 He married Bobbie Beona Carr, daughter of Isaac McKinley "Ken" Carr and Elva Rebecca "Elvy" Whitenack, on March 10, 1951 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3,5 John Ellis Jr. died on June 7, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 83.^2,7,4,5 He John Ellis Jr., 83, of Roanoke, went to be with Jesus in his heavenly home on Tuesday, June 7, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Dollie Ellis and a niece, Linda Cardwell. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Bobbie Ellis; sister, Bettie Staples; brothers and sisters-in-law, Sammie and Jane Ellis and Robert and Lynne Ellis; sisters-in-law, Vera Thomas, Mary Miller and Elizabeth Clark; numerous nieces and nephews; and great and great great nieces and nephews. John was a lifetime member of Patterson Memorial Grace Brethren Church, serving as Elder, usher, church bus driver, Co-Commander "Awana's" and had a passion for working at Brethren Church Camp (Camp Tuk-A-Way) so that many children and adults would have a chance to accept Jesus Christ into their hearts. He worked at Singer Furniture Company (formerly Johnson Carper) for 47 years. During the Korean Conflict, he served in the United States Army, 43rd Division, 1950-1952. John loved "his" church children dearly and had such a desire for them to meet Jesus. The family asks that you consider in lieu of flowers to make contributions to The Patterson Camp Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 7649, Roanoke, VA 24019. The celebration of the life of John Ellis Jr. will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, 2011, at Oakey's North Chapel. Officiating will be his dear friend and beloved pastor, the Rev. Don Eshelman. Interment with military honors will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2011, at Oakey's North Chapel. on June 9, 2011.²

     Katherine "Kathy" Josey was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4 She was born on February 21, 1937 at Iredell Co., North Carolina.³ She married M. C. "Junior" Carr, son of Isaac McKinley "Ken" Carr and Elva Rebecca "Elvy" Whitenack, on June 20, 1955.^1,5 As of June 20, 1955,her married name was Carr. As of October 4, 2003,her married name was Mullins.² Katherine "Kathy" Josey married Joe Mullins on October 4, 2003.^1,2 Katherine "Kathy" Josey died on March 28, 2008 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^1,5 She Katherine Josey Carr Mullins, 71, of Roanoke, died Friday, March 28, 2008 after a lifetime of service to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was predeceased by her first husband, M. C. Carr Jr; her mother, Ethel M. Josey; father, John Lee Josey; brothers, J. D. Josey, George Josey, Ralph Josey, Troy Josey and Dave Josey; and grand-dog, Angel Jenny. She is survived by her loving husband, Joe Mullins; daughter, Janet Gogerty and husband, Gary Gogerty; daughter, Debbie Meacham and husband, Jeff Meacham; grandson, Noah Meacham; stepdaughter, Anne Marie Furrow and husband, Skip; stepgrandsons, Joel Furrow and Matthew Furrow; brother, Mack Josey; brother, Tommy Josey and wife, Bessie; sister, Barbara Turner and husband, Johnny; her sister and kindred spirit, Vivian Josey; sisters-in-law, Mary Miller and Elizabeth Clark; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. She was retired from Medeco Security Locks. A member of Shenandoah Baptist Church, her life was a witness to everyone who knew her of God's grace and provision. Though she suffered in many ways throughout her life, her strength, courage and her complete reliance on her Savior was an inspiration to anyone she met. Her family would like to express their thanks and undying gratitude to the staff of SICU and 10 Mountain at CRMH. Though everyone was kind and gave excellent, heartfelt care, we especially thank Bonna Keeley, RN, for her help, prayers and guidance, Hollee, for her extra loving care on Kathy's last night and to Rita, who is simply an angel sent from God. We also have a debt of gratitude we could never express to Christopher Pile, MD. Only in Heaven will he understand what a gift from God he is. He has our undying love and thanks. These health care professionals became friends, helped us through a nightmare, and in the process showed us glimpses of Heaven. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on March 30, 2008.¹

     Christopher Thrash was born on January 20, 1779 at Louisa Co., Virginia.¹ He married Mary "Polly" Callaway on August 20, 1806 at Wilkes Co., Georgia.¹ Christopher Thrash died on October 12, 1844 at Meriwether Co., Georgia, at age 65.¹

     Clifton Oral Clark was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^4,3 He was born on July 28, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,2,6,3 He married Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Carr, daughter of Isaac McKinley "Ken" Carr and Elva Rebecca "Elvy" Whitenack, on July 12, 1953.^7,4,3,8 Clifton Oral Clark died on June 26, 2006 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^5,4,1,3 He Clifton O. Clark, 71, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 26, 2006. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me, A crown of righteousness, Which the Lord, the righteous judge, Shall give me at that day: And not to me only, But unto all them also that love His appearing." He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie Bell Jenkins and Harry O. Clark. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth "Liz" Carr Clark; daughter, Cindy Jack and husband Malcolm of San Diego, Calif; son, Robert Clifton Clark of Botetourt and fiance, Terry Sloan; daughter, Rebecca Dietrich and husband Steven of Catawba; grandchildren, Malcolm Clark Jack (M.J.), and Brandon Robert Jack of San Diego, Calif. Also surviving Clifton are two loving brothers, Dick Clark and fiance, Sandi Edwards, and Carroll Clark and wife Susan; half-sister, Pat Davis and husband, Charlie of Shawsville, Va; and many nieces and nephews. Clifton was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was retired from Norfolk Southern Railway, and was a Life Member of National P.T.A. He was a member of Villa Heights Baptist Church for over 60 years, a Sunday School Teacher, and Youth Leader for young people, member and teacher of Fellowship Sunday School Class, member of PEOPLE group, LIFL, choir, chairman of Deacons, finance committee, and Mens Prayer Breakfast. He was a member of Villa Heights Lions Club, K-Mart Breakfast Friends, and Santa Claus to many children in the Roanoke Valley through the N & W Christmas Cheer. He was a basketball coach for Williamson Road Recreation Club for over 15 years. He was a very loyal Hokie Fan. Clifton loved children and young people and had many friends all over the Roanoke Valley. Clifton 's family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, 2006 and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 29, 2006 at Oakey's North Chapel. A service celebrating Clifton 's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, June 30, 2006 at Villa Heights Baptist Church, 4080 Challenge Ave., Roanoke, Va. with the Rev. Brian Clingenpeel and the Rev. "Chips" Doyle officiating. The interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bus Fund of Villa Heights Baptist Church. on June 29, 2006.⁴

     Her married name was Jack.¹ Cynthia Elizabeth "Cindy" Clark married Malcolm Jack.¹ Cynthia Elizabeth "Cindy" Clark was born on January 9, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 She died on May 30, 2020 at Virginia at age 59.² She On Saturday, May 30, 2020, Cynthia Elizabeth Clark lost her battle with breast cancer and went to be with the Lord. Cindy was born in Roanoke, Va., on January 9, 1961. Cindy graduated from William Fleming High School in 1979. She was a varsity cheerleader and in the honor society. She graduated in the top 10 of her class. Cindy graduated from Roanoke College in 1983 with a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. She was Vice-President of the Chi Omega Sorority. Cindy moved to San Diego, Calif., and started a family in 1989, having two sons. She realized that she really wanted to be a teacher and went back to school achieving her teaching certificate and degree in education. Cindy taught at the Ronald McDonald House and then she taught special needs children at Kumeyaay Elementary School. Cindy was predeceased by her father, Clifton O. Clark. She is survived by her mama, Elizabeth Clark; brother, Bob Clark and Terry; sister, Becky and husband, Steve Dietrich; sons, Malcom Jack and Brandon Jack; also her life partner, Jim Ray, who helped care for Cindy until the very end. on June 6, 2020.²

     Anna Elizabeth "Annie" "Emma" Hall was born in July, 1882 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,1 She married Silas M. Kelley, son of Moses Greer Kelley and Kesiah Catherine Conner, on December 21, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ As of December 21, 1899,her married name was Kelley.

     Mary Prudence Hall was born on November 12, 1884 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,5 She married William Crawford "Will" Vest, son of Samuel Anderson Vest and Delilah Ann Moran, on January 11, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3 As of January 11, 1900,her married name was Vest. Mary Prudence Hall died on February 20, 1932 at age 47.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 226-74-4856.⁴ Juliana Katherine Hall was buried at Hall's Church Cemetery, Rt. 603, Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,2,3 She was born on October 24, 1886 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Oct 25, 1885.^4,3 As of circa 1910,her married name was Davis.^8,9 She married James Washington Davis circa 1910.^8,9,10 Juliana Katherine Hall died on April 19, 1991 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 104.^7,2,3 She Juliana Katherine Davis, age 104, died Friday, April 19, 1991, at Montgomery Regional Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Cloe Allen of Newport; Elizabeth Womack of Floyd; three sons, Daniel Davis and Gold Davis, both of Blacksburg; Everette Davis of Elliston; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 21, at 2:00 p.m. in the Halls United Methodist Church, Ironto, Va., with the Rev. Homer D. Sawyer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Hoy-McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg. on April 20, 1991.²

     John Lee Hall was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^7,4,8 His Social Security Number was 236-18-2361.⁹ He was born on March 6, 1890 at Simpsons, Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWI Draft Registration card has a birth date of Mar 17, 1891.^3,7,4,9 He married Minnie Emma Hall, daughter of Andrew Merritt Hall and Alice Victoria "Allie" Collins, on February 10, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5,8 John Lee Hall died on May 18, 1980 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 90.^7,4,8 He John Lee Hall, age 90, of 3906 Greenlawn Ave., N.W., passed away Sunday. Survivors include his wife, Minnie Emma Hall; one son, Estile A. Hall, Roanoke; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Effie Franklin, Roanoke; one sister, Mrs. Cass Davis, Catawba; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. Interment to follow in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on May 19, 1980.⁸

     Issac T. Thrash was born after 1790.¹ He married Nancy Thompson on February 11, 1810 at Putnam Co., Georgia.¹ Issac T. Thrash died in 1869 at Meriwether Co., Georgia.¹

     William Crawford "Will" Vest was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁶ His Social Security Number was 235-05-1325.⁶ He was born on April 2, 1881 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{1,10,9,5,11,6} He married Mary Prudence Hall, daughter of John Lee Hall and Mary Elizabeth Carr, on January 11, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5 William Crawford "Will" Vest married Addie Lee Via on September 4, 1933.^12,7,8 William Crawford "Will" Vest died on February 15, 1951 at Huntington, Cabell Co., West Virginia, at age 69.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 235-05-1114.⁹ Frank Everett Vest was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,4 He married Dora Myrtle Thomas, daughter of N. C. Thomas and Julia A. Unknown.^3,6,7 Frank Everett Vest was born on April 30, 1902 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{10,9,6,7,11,4,5} He married Golda Lee "Goldie" Payne on December 28, 1925 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^6,7,11,12 Frank Everett Vest died on November 13, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.^3,6,7,4 He Frank Everett Vest, age 75, of 813 Fairhurst Dr. NW, died in a local hospital Sunday night. Mr. Vest was a retired Carpenter and a member B.P.O. Elk. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Myrtle Thomas Vest; stepmother, Mrs. W. C. Vest, Salem; two sisters Mrs. David (Gertie) Walters, Mrs. James (Elvah) Smith, both of Vinton; half sister, Mrs. Randy (Barbara) Midkiff, Salem. Services will be 12 noon Tuesday at Oakeys Roanoke Chapel. Interment will be 1 p.m. Wednesday in Sunset Cemetery, Beckley, W. Va. Friends may call at Oakey's Roanoke. on November 15, 1977.³

     His Social Security Number was 235-05-1150.⁸ Harry Elmer Vest was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁷ He and Mary Ingram were divorced.⁹ Harry Elmer Vest was born on January 21, 1908 at San Diego, San Diego Co., California.^1,8,10,7,4 He married Mary Ingram circa 1925.^1,11,2 Harry Elmer Vest married Margaret Louise Garten circa 1946.¹² Harry Elmer Vest died on November 10, 1968 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 60.^3,7 He Funeral services for Harry E. Vest, 60, of Crab Orchard will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Williams Funeral Home Chapel in MacArthur with Rev. K. C. Lilly officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Emmett Lilly, Mason Allen, Ed Cochrane and John Billings. He died at 11 p.m. Sunday in a local hospital following a 10 year illness. Born Jan. 21, 1908 in San Diego, Calif. and is the son of the late William C. and Mary Beth Vest. He was a retired miner and last worked for the Richwood Sewell and Coal Company. Survivors include his wife, Margaret, at home; seven sons, William of Los Angeles, Calif., First Sgt. Herman, stationed in Vietnam, Ralph E. of Roanoke, Va., Roy of Rockaway, N. J., Harry E. of Midway, Dale and James at home; ten daughters, Mrs. Marie Tankersley of Coal City, Mrs. Irene Burks of Mountain Lake, N.J., Mrs. Jeneva of Mountain Lake, N.J., Mrs. Betty Lou Day of Cleveland, Ohio, Mrs. Shirley Graham of Beckley, Carol, Linda, Patricia and Robin, all at home; one brother, Everett of Newport News, Va; three sisters, Mrs. Ray Meador of Vinton, Va., Mrs. William M. Urick Jr., of Vinton, Va., Mrs. Barbara Midkiff of Salem, Va; 27 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Friends may call at the Williams Funeral Home in MacArthur after 5 p.m. today. on November 12, 1968.⁷

     Her Social Security Number was 230-10-6390.⁸ Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ She was born on July 7, 1916 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,9,6 As of October 2, 1932,her married name was Wertz.⁹ She married Carl Clinton Wertz on October 2, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,4,9 Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest and Carl Clinton Wertz were divorced on August 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹⁰ As of December 16, 1947,her married name was Meador.⁶ Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest married Wray Pollard Meador on December 16, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,6,11 As of June 28, 1974,her married name was Walters.⁶ Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest married David Lee "Dave" Walters on June 28, 1974 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,7,4,5,6 Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest died on December 1, 1990 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 74.⁵ She Mrs. Virginia (Gertie) Walters, age 74, of the Berkshire Health Care Center, Vinton, died Saturday, December 1, 1990. She was the widow of Wray P. Meador and David Lee Walters. She was a member of the Thrasher Memorial United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. Surviving are one sister, Elvah V. Smith, Vinton; half sister, Barbara Midkiff, Salem; stepmother, Addie Vest, Salem; also a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at Oakey's Vinton Chapel 1:30 p.m. Monday with the Rev. Byron Wilkinson and the Rev. Dr. George Wesley Jones officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Burial Park. Friends may call at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. on December 2, 1990.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 225-10-8316.⁸ Mary Elvah Vest was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,6 She married James E. Smith Sr.^9,7,3,4 Her married name was Smith. Mary Elvah Vest was born on February 27, 1918 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,3,8,5,6 As of March 22, 1941,her married name was Urick.⁵ She married William Morris "Bill" Urick Jr. on March 22, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5 Mary Elvah Vest died on April 11, 2008 at Virginia at age 90.^8,4,6 She Elvah Vest Smith, 90, of Vinton, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008. She was a member of Thrasher Memorial United Methodist Church. Elvah was a charter member of the Vinton Women's Club. She was a hairdresser in her home for many years. She was preceded in death by her husbands, William M. (Bill) Urick Jr. and James E. Smith Sr; and also by a son, William M. (Mickey) Urick III. Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Nancy H. Urick, of Vinton; One grandson, Tim Urick, of Roanoke; a granddaughter, Dena Urick D'Aiuto and her husband, Jeff, of Goodview; a greatgranddaughter, Jewell Anne McRoy, of Goodview; a nephew, Stephen Urick, of Roanoke; and a great-nephew, Brandon Urick, of Virginia Beach. Graveside funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, April 14, 2008, in Mountain View Cemetery with the Rev. Donald W. Baldwin officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society. The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 13, 2008, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. on April 13, 2008.⁴

     Golda Lee "Goldie" Payne was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁵ She was born on December 7, 1907 at Fayette Co., West Virginia.^1,3,5 She married Frank Everett Vest, son of William Crawford "Will" Vest and Mary Prudence Hall, on December 28, 1925 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3,4 As of December 28, 1925,her married name was Vest.³ Golda Lee "Goldie" Payne died on January 13, 1966 at Newport News, Virginia, at age 58.^4,5 She Mrs. Goldie Lee Vest, 58, of 23 Culpepper Ave., Newport News, died Thursday in Riverside Hospital after several weeks illness. She had been a Newport News resident the past 11 years and was a native of West Virginia. Surviving are her husband, Everett Vest; her father, W. J. Payne of Sprague, W.Va; four sisters, Mrs. Opal Bowden of Yuma, Ariz., Mrs. Oma Sampson of Welch, W.Va., Mrs. May CaGenie of Allen Junction, W.Va., and Miss Genevia Payne of Sprague, W.Va; and two brothers, Oakie Payne of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Owen Payne of Baltimore, Md. on January 14, 1966.⁴

     Dora Myrtle Thomas married Frank Everett Vest, son of William Crawford "Will" Vest and Mary Prudence Hall.^1,2,3 Her married name was Vest. Dora Myrtle Thomas was born circa 1904 at Virginia.⁵

     Mary Ingram was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 She and Harry Elmer Vest were divorced.⁴ Mary Ingram was born on July 24, 1909 at Virginia.^3,4 She married Harry Elmer Vest, son of William Crawford "Will" Vest and Mary Prudence Hall, circa 1925.^1,5,2 As of circa 1925,her married name was Vest.⁵ Mary Ingram died on March 11, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 69.^3,4

     His Social Security Number was 226-01-6363.⁶ Carl Clinton Wertz was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,3,4 He was born on June 11, 1915 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,6,3,5,4 He married Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest, daughter of William Crawford "Will" Vest and Mary Prudence Hall, on October 2, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia.^8,9,1 Carl Clinton Wertz and Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest were divorced on August 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Carl Clinton Wertz died on February 2, 1991 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 75.^6,7,3,4 He Carl C. Wertz, age 75, of Roanoke County, died Saturday in a local hospital. He is survived by three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Annie W. and Guy Ferguson, Ola W. Hippert, Hazel W. and Raymond McNulty, all of Roanoke County; a dear friend, Mildred Lapradd, Roanoke; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held in Sherwood Burial Park at 2:00 p.m. Monday with Dr. Lester G. Wertz officiating. Friends may call after 1:00 p.m. Sunday at Oakey's South Chapel. on February 3, 1991.⁷

     Wray Pollard Meador was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ He was born on June 8, 1920 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4,5 He married Virginia Gertrude "Gertie" Vest, daughter of William Crawford "Will" Vest and Mary Prudence Hall, on December 16, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,5 Wray Pollard Meador died on November 18, 1971 at Buchanan, Botetourt Co., Virginia, at age 51; Died in an auto-truck accident.⁵