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     His Social Security Number was 224-36-0441.⁸ Robert Wayne Nichols was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on July 7, 1932 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,8 He married Doris Louise Hill, daughter of Arthur Walter Hill and Elsie Letisha Moran, on December 22, 1956 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Robert Wayne Nichols died on March 1, 2008 at Virginia at age 75.^8,3 He Robert Wayne Nichols, 75, of Goodview, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 1, 2008. He was preceded in death by a son, Phillip Wayne Nichols; his parents, Zeke and Ruth Nichols; brothers, Billy and Alton Nichols; sister, Eunice Guilliams; and special brothersin-law, John Moran and Bill Sigmon. He was a United States Air Force Veteran and retired from the Maintenance Division at Hollins College. Mr. Nichols is survived by his wife of 51 years, Doris H. Nichols; his children, Larry Nichols, Tammie Bramlett and husband, "Buck," Darryl Nichols and wife, Julie, Mark Nichols and wife, Debbie, his grandchildren, his Pride and Joy, Jacklyn Bramlett, Anthony Nichols, Levi Nichols and Parker Nichols; brothers, Gordon Nichols and wife, Annie, and Burton Nichols and Linda; sisters, Annie Moran, Tressie Sigmon, Shirley Mauk and husband, John, and Flossie Moran and husband, George. Services will be at Oakeys South Chapel, 12 noon Wednesday, March 5, 2008. The Rev. Greg Criswell and the Rev. Nick Schaffer will officiate. Interment will follow in Rest Vale Cemetery in Floyd County, Va. The family will receive friends at Oakeys South Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2008. Arrangements by Oakeys South Chapel, 540-989-3131. on March 4, 2008.³

     Gordon Ezeliel Nichols was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He married Vera Annie Gordon.³ Gordon Ezeliel Nichols was born on February 21, 1935 at Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He married Ruth Isabelle Wright on December 22, 1956 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁶ Gordon Ezeliel Nichols died on October 16, 2014 at Hammond, Tangipahoa Co., Louisiana, at age 79.³ He Gordon Ezekiel Nichols, 79, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at Belle Maison Nursing Home in Hammond, La. He was born February 21, 1935 in Floyd County. Surviving are his wife, Vera Annie Gordon Nichols; daughters, Susan (Bruce) Angell, Patricia (Scott) Angle, Candis (Curtis) Dennis, Nichole (Larry) Montecino, and Stormie (David) Bourgeois; son, Earl Brent McCarroll; 11 grandchildren, Liney, Lawson, Judah, Alex, Zack, Callie, Kayla, Brandee, Natalie, Lacy, Clint, Harley, Jamie, and Breann; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Burton Nichols; sisters, Flossie Moran, Tressie Sigmon, and Shirley Mauk. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ezekiel Chris and Ruth Jane Conner Nichols; brothers, Robert, Billy, and Alton Nichols; sisters, Eunice Guilliams and Annie Moran. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Monday October 20, 2014 in Restvale Cemetery, Copper Hill, Va. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Attn: Megan Bourg, 3445 N. Causeway, Suite 902, Metairie, La. 70002 on October 19, 2014.³

     William Lester "Billy" Nichols was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "Va. Spec. 4 HDQ & HDQ Co. 1st Cal. Div."^6,1,2 He was born on March 25, 1944 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,2 He died on November 2, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 24.^1,6,2

     Rachel Berry was born circa 1803 at North Carolina.^1,2 She married William Templeton Cole, son of Samuel Cole and Sarah Thrash, on March 25, 1824 at Buncombe Co., North Carolina.² As of March 25, 1824,her married name was Cole. Rachel Berry died on November 13, 1860 at Georgia.²

     Her Social Security Number was 227-52-2294.⁹ Eunice Lorraine Nichols was buried at Piedmont Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Rt. 602, 0.25 miles from Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,10 She was born on July 15, 1926 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,9,11 She married John Howard Richards on August 17, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,12 As of August 17, 1940,her married name was Richards. As of March 22, 1958,her married name was Guilliams.⁸ Eunice Lorraine Nichols married Herman Lee Guilliams on March 22, 1958 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,8 Eunice Lorraine Nichols died on December 14, 1995 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 69.^1,9,12 She GUILLIAMS, Eunice Lorraine, 69, of Callaway, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday evening, December 14, 1995, after a lengthy and courageous battle with many complications. As she was being summoned to come home, she was surrounded by numerous loved ones and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ezekial and Ruth Nichols; an infant daughter, Anna Lee Richards; and two brothers, Alton and Billy Nichols. She was the pillar of strength, guidance and support of her husband of forty years and to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her great joy and a twinkle to her eye. To her, worldly possessions meant little. Her greatest possessions were times spent with her family, both in adversity as well as joy. She leaves many survivors and devoted friends as she goes to spend eternity with her Lord. Surviving are her husband, Herman L. Guilliams; sons and daughters-in-law, Norman E. and Donna Jackson Richards, Vinton, James Richards, San Francisco, Calif., Roger and Marie Richards, Bassett, Donnie Richards, Martinsville and Jimmy Lee Guilliams, Callaway; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda Gallew, Sanford, N.C., Sandra and Mike Donovant, Spencer, Debbie and Kenny Meador, Wirtz, Donna and Jeff Adkins, Chatham, Lisa and Ivy Jay Layman, III, Ferrum and Delores and Mike Agee, Rocky Mount; 21 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brothers, Gordon Nichols, New Orleans, La., Burton Nichols, Roanoke and Robert Nichols, Troutville; sisters, Tressie Sigmon, Salem, Flossie Moran, Norfolk, Annie Moran and Shirley Mauk, both of Copper Hill; several nieces and nephews also survive. Interment will follow in the Callaway Community Cemetery. on December 16, 1995.¹

     John Howard Richards was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,5 He was born on August 4, 1913 at Blackwater, Franklin Co., Virginia; His death certificate and draft card have a birth year of 1914 and his birth certificate has his name as John Henry Richards.^2,3,4 He married Eunice Lorraine Nichols, daughter of Ezekiel Chris "Zeke" Nichols and Ruth Jane Conner, on August 17, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 John Howard Richards died on February 15, 1953 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 39; Shot by a neighbor during an argument in the neighbor's house.²

     Herman Lee Guilliams was buried at Piedmont Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Rt. 602, 0.25 miles from Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,7 His Social Security Number was 231-05-7660.⁸ He was born on March 13, 1919 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^{7,1,8,2,3,4,6} He married Eunice Lorraine Nichols, daughter of Ezekiel Chris "Zeke" Nichols and Ruth Jane Conner, on March 22, 1958 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,10 Herman Lee Guilliams died on April 20, 2002 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^1,8,2,4,5 He HERMAN LEE GUILLIAMS, 83, of Callaway, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2002. He was a dedicated and faithful husband, daddy and grandpa. He was born and lived his entire life in Callaway (Franklin Co.) He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He was preceded in death of his wife, Eunice N. Guilliams; his parents, Jack Guilliams and Girlie G. Wright; and a stepdaughter, Linda Gallew. He is surived by his children and spouses, Jimmy Guilliams of Callaway, Debbie and Kenny Meador of Wirtz, Donna Atkins of Callaway, Lisa and Jay Layman, Dee and Mike Agee of Ferrum; his stepchildren, Norman, James Roger and Donnie Richards, Sandy Donovant. Also surviving are his cherished grandchildren, Adam, Josh and Lacy Meador, Jennifer Atkins, Jay and Chelsea Layman and Crystal Agee; ten stepgrandchildren, two half brothers, Wiley Wright, Jr. and Tracy Wright; one half sister, Doris May Lawrence all of Roanoke; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, George and Flossie Moran, John and Teenie Moran, Bill and Tressie Sigmon, Shirley and John Mauk, Robert and Doris Nichols, Gordon and Burton Nichols; a special aunt, Nannie Guilliams and many nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Callaway Community Cemetery. on April 21, 2002.¹

     Una Lue Sowers was buried at Restvale Cemetery, Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 Her Social Security Number was 230-02-8732.⁶ She was born on October 3, 1919 at Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,3,1,2,5 She married Irving Blaine "Irvin" Conner, son of Daniel Adam Conner and Lydia Amanda Conner, on March 22, 1962 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,4,5 As of March 22, 1962,her married name was Conner. Una Lue Sowers died on December 31, 1998 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 79.^6,4,8,5 She CONNER, Una Sowers, 79, of Floyd, and formerly of Copper Hill, a resident of Skyline Manor Nursing Home, died Thursday, December 31, 1998, at Skyline Manor. She was the widow of Irvin B. Conner. Surviving is one sister, Minnie Hinkhaus of Westminister, Md; two special nephews and wives, Curtis and Janice Mabery of Cockesville, Md., and Arlen and Patricia Mabery of Charlotte, N.C; also several other special nieces and nephews, including Alma Lou and Vester Manning of Copper Hill, who were also were very dear friends. Mrs. Irba Harris, a resident of Skyline Manor and her daughter, Frances Bishop, were in Una's close circle of friends. Funeral services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Salem Church (Head of the River) with Elder Hale Terry officiating. Interment in Restvale Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home. on January 1, 1999.⁴

     Joseph Cole was buried at Newfound Baptist Church Cemetery, Rt. 151, Candler, Buncombe Co., North Carolina; His tombstone reads "Pvt. Va. Militia, Rev. War."^5,1 He Joseph Sr. sold his land to Joseph Jr. and moved to North Carolina. Revolutionary War-Court documents indicate that he served in the army of Gen. George Washington after Battle of Germantown, saw no action and returned to Virginia after his 3 months enlistment where he re-inlisted and saw action in that state against the Tories. Land Records: Joseph Sr.-8/19/1794 Botetourt Co., Virginia - 97 acres on head of Beaver Dam, a branch of Little River Grant 30, page 309. Joseph Sr. 6/6/1796 Botetourt Co. - 150 acres on William Terry Camp waters of Beaver Dam, branch of Little River, Grants 1795-96, page 305. Joseph Sr - 8/28/1800 Montgomery Co. - 50 acres on head of Beaver Dam, a branch of Little River waters of New River adjoining his own land. Grant 47, page 120. Joseph Sr - 6/26/1809 - Montgomery Co. - 75 acres on Terries & Laurel Creek waters of Little River, a branch of New River, Grant 58, page 282. Joseph Sr. - 9/1/1809 - Montgomery Co. - 50 acres on waters of Brush Creek, a branch of Little River, adj. his own & Davidson's land. Grant 59, page 204. We, George Grace, Robert Wiley and Andrew Wilson have met agreeable to an order of Floyd Court and now appraise the following property of Joseph Cole, deceased. All the clothen $3.00 One Bidgadeer Coat $1.50 (from the Revolutionary War) Eight Dollars in cash $8.00 One five dollar on the state of South Carolina $5.00 One two dollar on the same $2.00 One Dollar note on South Carolina $1.00 One bridle, seventy five cents .75 One horse $28.00 Floyd Court 1842. This inventory and appraisment of the estate of Joseph Cole deceased was returned to court and ordered to be recorded. 1843 April, plaintiff against the heirs of Joseph Cole $2000.00 debts in county of Floyd formerly Montgomery Co., Beaver Dam waters of Little River, 97 acres, 50 acres can be seen in register's office in Richmond Book 59, page 304. He was born on June 9, 1746 at Morris Co., New Jersey.³ He Joseph was christened on this date on March 9, 1755 at First Presbyterian Church, Morristown, Morris Co., New Jersey.⁴ He married Sarah Cooper circa 1770. Joseph Cole left a will on March 11, 1830 at Buncombe Co., North Carolina; I, Joseph Cole, being of sound mind & perfect memory. I wish as much of my affects sold as to pay my just debts.
I give unto my wife Susannah Cole possession of the farm whereon I now live, containing 200 acres during her widowhood or until my younges[sic] son come of the age of twenty one yrs. with the stock of grain at my death.
I give unto my oldest son James Cole 200 acres of land joining the land whereon I now live, above the creek.
I give unto my youngest son Lewis Cole the farm whereon I now live, to take possession when of age, or rented out for his use, provided my wife should marry or leave the place.
I give unto George Cole, son of James Cole (and nephew) one horse, saddle & bridle, worth $50. provided he stays with the family until of age, or if not nothing.. I give unto Nancy Cole dtr. of James Cole (and neice) one cow & calf and wheel, one bed provided she stays with the family until she is 18 yrs., if not nothing..
I give the residue of my land, 250 acres on the head of Turkey Creek, 50 acres of Newfound on the South side of the creek and joining Brooks land, and 100 acres called the Underwood place, with all my personal property to be sold and equally divided among my wife & children and Daniel Frisby to share equally with the heirs. The balance of the land to be rented out for the use of the family. I appoint my friend John Thrash executor..
Wit: Josiah Frisby, John Cole & Joseph Cole..
Signed, Joseph Cole.. Proved on oath of Josiah Frisby and John thrash was duly sworn.."² He died in 1842 at Buncombe Co., North Carolina.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 224-64-5822.⁸ Trudy Alice Conner was buried at Monte Vista Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 25 Wades Gap Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,9 She was born on May 31, 1914 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,8,1,9,2 She married Ralph Christian Craighead, son of Edward Oscar Craighead and Gilley Jane Holt, on September 3, 1940 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,6,1 As of September 3, 1940,her married name was Craighead. Trudy Alice Conner died on November 20, 1996 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 82.^3,8,9,10 She CRAIGHEAD, Trudy Conner, 82, of Callaway, was called home Wednesday, November 20, 1996. Born May 31, 1914, she was a daughter of the late Edward A. and Doshie C. Conner. She was of the Presbyterian faith. Surviving are her husband, Ralph Craighead of the home; two daughters and one son-in-law, Carol and Marshall Hodges of Callaway, Linda Craighead of the home; three sons and daughters-in-law, James and Lilly Craighead of Callaway, Everette and Patricia Craighead of Verona, Gene and Joy Craighead of Callaway; one sister, Bessie Conner of Boones Mill; eleven grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; one stepgreat-grandchild. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at Monte Vista Church, Callaway. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. on November 22, 1996.³

     His Social Security Number was 230-38-0713.⁷ Ralph Christian Craighead was buried at Monte Vista Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 25 Wades Gap Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,8 He was born on June 14, 1917 at Dillon's Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^{7,1,2,3,8,4,6} He married Trudy Alice Conner, daughter of Edward Albert "Ed" "Eddie" Conner and Doshia Deuisie Conner, on September 3, 1940 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^9,10,2 Ralph Christian Craighead died on June 25, 2002 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 85.^1,7,8,6,5 He CRAIGHEAD, Ralph Christian, 85, of Callaway, was welcomed into Heaven on Tuesday afternoon, June 25, 2002, to join our Lord and his wife, Trudy Conner Craighead, who preceded him in death, November 20, 1996. He was born June 14, 1917, a son of the late Edward Oscar and Gillie Jane Holt Craighead. He was also preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Dalton and Edith Craighead, brother-in-law, Dock Hodges and sister, Lottie Craighead. Surviving are his children, Carol Hodges and husband, Marshall, James Craighead and wife, Lilly, Everette Craighead and wife, Patricia, Gene Craighead and wife, Joy Ann, and Linda Craighead; grandchildren, Ronnie and Patricia Hodges, Donald and Susie Lee Hodges, Janice and Rickey Clingenpeel, Amanda and Chris Clayton, Lori and Walter Berry, Scott and Teresa Craighead, Brent and Carole Craighead, Tisha and Brian Wilson, Timmy and Rissa Craighead, Chris and Vicki Craighead, Amy Craighead; stepgrandchildren, Simone and Shelia Heckman, Carol and Benjamin Harrison, III, Tony and Sherry Musik, Scott and Judy Musik; great-grandchildren, Jessica, Ryan and Shannon Clingenpeel, Cameron, Alix and Morgan Bowles, Austin, Clayton, Marissa and Dalton Grubb, Mavis and Erica Hodges, Danielle and Cory, Christa and Isiah; step-great-grandchildren, Victoria and Tyler, Chris and Jennifer; a sister, Alda Hodges; brothers and sisters-in-law, Moyer and Esta Craighead, Elizabethtown, Pa., Sherman and Carmen Craighead of Callaway; half sisters, Pearl Gardner and husband, Horace of Sydnorsville and Gladys Webster and husband, Tinsley of Boones Mill; special friends, Kenneth Beckner, Rayford Bowman, and Steven Grubb; special caregivers, Tammy Stump, Sandra Mitchell, and Beulah Webb. Interment will follow in the Monte Vista Church Cemetery. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital and Franklin Health Care Center for the dedicated care our dad received. on June 27, 2002.¹

     Edward Oscar Craighead was born on August 10, 1896 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² He married Gilley Jane Holt, daughter of John William Holt and Lavina Cathrine "Vinie" Shaver, on January 17, 1915 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² Edward Oscar Craighead and Gilley Jane Holt were divorced before January 21, 1932.² Edward Oscar Craighead died on August 13, 1964 at age 68.

     Gilley Jane Holt was buried at Sally Powell Craighead Cemetery, Rt. 654, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She was born on May 22, 1893 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3 She married Edward Oscar Craighead, son of William Daniel "Will" Craighead and Mary Lilly Hollins, on January 17, 1915 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² As of January 17, 1915,her married name was Craighead. Gilley Jane Holt and Edward Oscar Craighead were divorced before January 21, 1932.² Gilley Jane Holt died on February 9, 1954 at age 60.^3,2

     Carol Faye Craighead Carole Faye Hodges, age 81 of Callaway, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023. Mrs. Hodges was born July 7, 1941 to the late Ralph and Trudy Craighead. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son Donald Hodges; brother Everett Craighead and sister Linda Craighead. Carol was a loving wife and mother, who was known as a hard worker and a great cook who enjoyed her flowers. She was a member of Monte Vista Church of the Brethren and will be truly missed by all who knew her. Surviving is her loving husband of nearly 65 years, Marshall Hodges; son and daughter-in-law Ronnie and Patricia Hodges; daughters, Janice and Rickey Clingenpeel, Amanda and Chuck Parker and Lori Hodge; grandchildren Erica Hancock, Mavis Jamal (Alykhan), Shannon Riley (Adam), Jessica Flanagan, Ryan Clingenpeel (Billie Jo), Cameron Eberth (Eric), Morgan Bowles, Alex Bowles (Anthony), Marissa Grubb (Scott), Dalton Grubb, Dillon Hodge; Thirteen Great-Grandchildren; brothers James and Lilly Craighead and Gene and Joy Craighead. A special thank you to A Nurses Touch and Intrepid Hospice for all your help and to Louise Guilliams who cared for our Mom. Thank you for all your love and support and from the bottom of our hearts we can’t thank you enough. Funeral services will be held from Monte Vista Church of the Brethren. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.³ She was buried at Monte Vista Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 25 Wades Gap Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She was born on July 7, 1941 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 She married Marshall Lewis Hodges on June 7, 1958 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^5,6,1,2,3,8 As of June 7, 1958,her married name was Hodges.² Carol Faye Craighead died on May 4, 2023 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 81.³

     Everette Oscar Craighead Everette Oscar Craighead, 75, husband, of Patricia (Sahms) Craighead of Verona, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, in Augusta Health in Fishersville. Mr. Craighead was born on December 13, 1944, in Franklin County, Virginia, a son of the late Ralph C. and Trudy (Conner) Craighead. Everette was a faithful member of Laurel Hill Baptist Church. He was a top salesman for Farm Bureau Insurance for many years, and also served as manager of their Leesburg office. He was later employed for many years as a salesman for Clayton Homes, and was self-employed as a Notary Public, and a mortgage closing agent. In addition to his parents, Everette was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Craighead. Everette is survived by his wife of 46 years, Patricia (Sahms) Craighead, whom he married on November 22, 1973. Also surviving is his daughter, Amy LeCheryl Craighead; two step-sons Anthony Musick and his wife, Sherry, and Scott Musick and his wife, Judy; a step-daughter, Carol Harrison and her husband, Ben; siblings, James Craighead and his wife, Lilly and family, Gene Craighead and his wife, Joy and family, and Carol Hodges and her husband, Marshall and family; four grandchildren, Tyler Musick, Rachel Harrison, Benjamin Harrison IV, and Alexander Harrison; two step-grandchildren, Heather Smith and husband Doug, and Christopher Hewitt and wife, Cheran; five step-great-grandchildren, Kenley Smith, Everley Smith, Reed Smith, Clara Hewitt, and Cate Hewitt; his pet dog, "Su Su"; and cat, "Sugar". A private graveside service for family and close friends will be conducted in Shady Grove Cemetery, Mount Crawford.³ He was buried at Shady Grove United Brethren Cemetery, Port Republic, Rockingham Co., Virginia.³ He was born on December 13, 1944 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3,4,5,2 He married Ellen Frances Coiner on September 6, 1966 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² Everette Oscar Craighead and Ellen Frances Coiner were divorced on November 14, 1973 at Augusta Co., Virginia.⁴ Everette Oscar Craighead married Patricia Rose Sahms on November 22, 1973 at Augusta Co., Virginia.^3,2 Everette Oscar Craighead died on June 24, 2020 at Fishersville, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 75.³

     Linda Connie Craighead Linda Connie Craighead, October 02, 1948 - February 21, 2015. Our Beloved Linda Craighead age 66 of Callaway went to be with her Lord on Saturday February 21, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Trudy Craighead. She is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Marshall Hodges of Callaway; three brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Lilly Craighead of Callaway, Everette and Pat Craighead of Verona, Gene and Joy Craighead of Callaway; numerous nieces and nephews. She also blessed the lives of many special friends including Jane Gilley, Lori Wray, Lois Carr and Earline Altice. Her childlike heart was an example to all she knew as she showed love and acceptance to all of God's children. Interment will follow in Monte Vista Church Cemetery.³ She was buried at Monte Vista Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 25 Wades Gap Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^8,3 She was born on October 2, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,8,2,3 She died on February 21, 2015 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 66.³

     John Cole The register of the First Presbyterian Church of Morristown, New Jersey, shows that on March 9, 1755, John Cole was "baptized and renewed covenant" and Mary Cole "renewed covenant." Their four children, John (age 11), Joseph (age 9), Phebe (age 5), and Hannah (age 1) were baptized. The register further show that six more children were born to John and Mary Cole and were baptized, as follows: David 1756, Daniel 1758, Sarah 1760, Masey 1762, Mary 1764, and Lydia 1766. The family removed to Frederick Co., Virginia, where John Cole's will was produced to the Court in Winchester April 21, 1808, naming wife Mary and sons John, Joseph, and Daniel and daughters Phebe, Hannah, Sarah, Masy, and Mary. Mary Cole's will was produced to the Court in Winchester Feb 5, 1816. Her will states in part "I bequeath to my daughter, Sarah Mann, the tract of land I now live on as the land was willed to me by my husband John Cole..." John and Mary Cole's son Joseph lived for a time in Montgomery Co., Virginia, and then in Buncombe Co., North Carolina. He was born circa 1719/20.¹ He married Mary Unknown circa 1742/43.¹ John Cole died circa 1808 at Frederick Co., Virginia.¹

     John Floyd "Johnny" Blankenship was buried at Monte Vista Park Cemetery, Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia; Originally buried in the old Baptist Church Cemetery, Simmons, West Virginia.^4,5 He was born on May 1, 1865 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The Floyd Co. Birth Records have a birth date of May 1, 1866.^6,5 He married Roxie Ana Dove Wickham, daughter of Rev. Samuel Kinzie Wickham and Mary Jane DeWeese, on October 8, 1891 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7 John Floyd "Johnny" Blankenship died on February 26, 1920 at Gary, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 54; Died in a coal mine accident.^4,5

     William I. Blankenship was born circa 1872 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹

     Redia Blankenship was born on November 16, 1875 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ She Not enumerated with her family in the 1880 Census on June 22, 1880.²