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     Daniel M. Poff was born on March 4, 1858 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,6 He married Louisa Calla R. "Lou" Dickerson, daughter of Moses Dickerson and Sarah Pugh, on March 11, 1880 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² Daniel M. Poff died before May 6, 1910; His wife Lou was enumerated as a widow in the 1910 Census.⁷

     Willard Jennings Rierson Jr. was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ He was born circa 1939 at Maryland.² He died on July 25, 2019 at Florida.¹ He Willard Jennings (Sonny) Rierson Jr., 81, of Roanoke, Va., and Yulee, Fla., passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louise and Jennings Rierson. The family would like to thank the staff of the Quality Care Nursing Home in Fernadina Beach, Fla., for providing care for Sonny over the last several years. Th family would also like to thank Wayne McCormick and his family for assuring that Sonny received anything that he needed. A Graveside Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019, at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton with Pastor David Derrow officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to local charities. on August 7, 2019.¹

     Etta Elizabeth Stanley was buried at Antioch Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 2996 Callaway Road, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She was born on December 9, 1914 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3 She married Willard Jennings Rierson Sr., son of James William "Jim" Rierson Jr. and Martha A. "Woodie" Walton, on February 18, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ As of February 18, 1937,her married name was Rierson.¹ Etta Elizabeth Stanley died on August 1, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 22.^2,3

     Warren Guyer Cook was buried at Meadow Green Cemetery, 2602 Bogart Road, Huron, Erie Co., Ohio.³ He was born on November 14, 1924 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.³ He married Betty Lou Weikle on July 20, 1952 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 Warren Guyer Cook died on December 18, 2016 at Ohio at age 92.³ He HURON—Warren G. Cook, 92, residing with his daughter and son-in-law in Huron, left to meet his Lord Jesus Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, with his daughters by his side. Warren was born Nov. 14, 1924, in Beckley, W.Va., to Kenzie Elmer and Anna Lena (Spangler) Cook. He was raised on his family's dairy farm in Beckley. As a young man he had an interest in flying, leading to a life-long interest in the Ford Tri-Motors, which he loved to watch take off or land. Warren graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1943 and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. When he returned, his family purchased a dairy farm in Monroe County, W.Va., where he eventually met the love of his life, Betty Weikle. They married in July, 1952. In 1954, Warren and Betty moved to Ohio, where he found employment with Columbia Gas, and retired in 1989 after 35 years of service. Warren was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for several years, and volunteered in other areas of ministry. In his retirement, Warren enjoyed taking days trips with Betty and helping her make Christmas cookies as well as baking bread for family and friends. He was very mechanically inclined, keeping their home and vehicles in good repair. He was devoted to his wife and to taking care of her. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, especially his grandsons, great-grandsons, and his greatest hope was in Christ. Warren is survived by his two daughters, Teri (Wayne) Gerber of Huron and Sarah (Jim) Ommert of Sandusky; five grandsons, Brian Gerber of Castalia, Brad (Megan Davis) Gerber of Huron, Steve (Hilary) Ommert of Wadsworth, Ohio, Mike Ommert of Huron and Matt Ommert of Sandusky; two great-grandsons, Jackson and Landon Ommert; and brother, James Cook of Charleston, S.C. A joyous, just in time for Christmas reunion in heaven included his wife, Betty Cook, who preceded him in death Aug. 12, 2016; his parents; and a brother, K.E. Cook Jr. Warren’s family would like to thank his beloved caregivers, Michelle Garcia and Shontia Ramsey, for their compassionate assistance, and the quality and joy that filled his days with them in the months after Betty passed. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, until funeral services at 11 a.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, 1810 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky, with Pastor David Hixson and Warren's grandson, Steve Ommert, presiding. Burial will take place at Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron. Groff Funeral Homes and Crematory in Sandusky is assisting the family with arrangements. Those wishing to contribute to Warren's memory may do so to Calvary Baptist Church, 1810 E. Perkins Ave. Sandusky, OH 44870, or to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870. on December 20, 2016.³

     Connell Dean Spangler Dean Spangler, 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 27, 2021. He was born to Arno and Wilmath Spangler on November 21, 1935. Dean grew up in Newport News, graduating from Warwick High School. He lived in Williamsburg most of his adult life. Dean was Superintendent of Streets and Roads, City of Hampton, retiring in 1991. He was an active member of Orcutt Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Michael and Ronald. Dean is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 63 years, Jackie. Additional survivors are his daughter, Connie Diakun (Pete), grandchildren, Christa Poitras (Ryan), and Nate Diakun (Esther), and great-grandson, Jackson Poitras.⁶ He was buried at Windsor Gardens Cemetery, Mathews, Mathews Co., Virginia.⁷ He was born on November 21, 1935 at Denver, Arapahoe Co., Colorado.^3,6 He married Jacqueline Jay Adams on October 5, 1957 at Warwick, Virginia.³ Connell Dean Spangler died on August 27, 2021 at Virginia at age 85.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 231-42-6016.¹⁰ Michael Roderick "Mike" Spangler was born on February 8, 1939 at Denver, Denver Co., Colorado.^10,2,3,5,6 He married Thelma Marie Schultz on September 10, 1960 at Newport News, Virginia.² Michael Roderick "Mike" Spangler and Thelma Marie Schultz were divorced on September 7, 1983 at York Co., Virginia.⁵ Michael Roderick "Mike" Spangler married Virginia Garnet "Ginny" Womack on May 5, 1984 at Northumberland Co., Virginia.² Michael Roderick "Mike" Spangler died on October 27, 2004 at Newport News, Virginia, at age 65.^10,1,7 He NEWPORT NEWS - Michael Roderick 'Mike' Spangler, 65, died Oct. 27, 2004, in the oncology unit of Riverside Regional Medical Center. He was born in Denver, Colo., to the late Arno and Wilmath Spangler. Mike had been a Peninsula resident since 1940. He was a United States Air Force veteran. He worked with his father's business, Ace Fabrication & Welding. Following his father's retirement, Mike successfully owned and operated the business until 1994. Following which, he worked with V.I.M.S. at William & Mary. He was an avid pilot and held a private pilot's license. Mike performed test flights for friends and besides his family soaring the skies was his greatest love. He was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association. Mike enjoyed introducing young people to the joys of flying and worked with the Young Eagles. Mike is survived by his family, including his wife, Virginia 'Ginny' W. Spangler; five daughters, Rena K. Emerson, Terri L. Rawlings, Deborah Briscoe and her husband, Ron, Maria Castleberry and her husband, Lee, and Elizabeth Batten and her husband, Al; seven grandchildren, Gregory, Zachary, Craig, Matthew, Sterling, Katie and Cami; two brothers, Ronald Spangler and Dean Spangler; uncle, Conner Spangler; aunt, Odessa Walters; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A celebration of Mike's life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31, at 305 Cherokee Drive, Newport News. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 895 Middleground Boulevard, Suite 154, Newport News, VA 23606. Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. on October 29, 2004.¹

     Emily Jane "Emma" Poff was buried at Link Family Cemetery, on Rt. 653, turn left on Diamond Knob Road and travel about 1.3 miles. In a field about 200 yards to the left, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁷ She was born on May 7, 1856 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,1,5,6 She married Ballard Preston Akers, son of Solomon Akers, on February 11, 1886 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,8,6 As of February 11, 1886,her married name was Akers.⁸ Emily Jane "Emma" Poff died on June 25, 1929 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 73.^7,9,6

     Audrey Louise "Maude" Conner was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.⁸ Her Social Security Number was 226-03-5781.⁹ She was born on December 23, 1898 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,9,8,3 As of December 26, 1921,her married name was Callaham.⁶ She married Emmett George Callaham on December 26, 1921 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^10,6 Audrey Louise "Maude" Conner died on September 1, 1995 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 96.^1,8,10

     Maitland Gray Conner was buried at Riverside Cemetery, 53 Birch Street, Asheville, Buncombe Co., North Carolina.^5,9 His Social Security Number was 237-12-8072.⁹ He was born on August 16, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,3,4,5,9 He married Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham on April 3, 1920 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^12,13,10 Maitland Gray Conner died on August 15, 1949 at Asheville, Buncombe Co., North Carolina, at age 48.^5,1,9,6 He Maitland Gray Conner, 49, formerly of Lynchburg, died Tuesday in Asheville, N.C. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Maggie Conner and the following children: Mrs. Edward Driskill, Mrs. John Phelps and Miss Doris Conner, all of Lynchburg; three sisters, Mrs. T. O. Probst, Mrs. A. W. Carson, and Mrs. E. G. Callahan, all of Lynchburg, and four brothers, Veman (should be Vernon) Conner, of Orlando, Fla., Alfred Conner of Newport News, and Percy Conner, of Georgia. on August 20, 1949.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 262-32-5140.⁷ Vernon Leak Conner was buried at Pine Forest Cemetery, Mount Dora, Lake Co., Florida.⁸ He was born on December 3, 1902 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,1,9,8,3 He married Jessie May McCraw on January 12, 1924 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^1,10,11 Vernon Leak Conner married Lillian Gaines Webb on September 1, 1987 at Indian River Co., Florida.^2,12 Vernon Leak Conner died on May 19, 1988 at Lake Co., Florida, at age 85.^1,9

     Percy Reginald Conner was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^10,6 He married Hester Virginia Harris.⁶ Percy Reginald Conner was born on May 21, 1905 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His draft card has a birth year of 1904.^1,10,6,4 He married Ella Mae Jones on January 30, 1924 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,2,8 Percy Reginald Conner and Ella Mae Jones were divorced on October 7, 1944 at Lynchburg, Virginia.² Percy Reginald Conner died on March 29, 1955 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 49.^1,10,6,3 He Percy Reginald Conner, a tire recapper, died Tuesday in a Lynchburg hospital. Mr. Conner, 49, is survived by his wife, Mrs. Hester Virginia Conner; his stepmother, Mrs. Queen Tyree Conner, of Rustburg, Campbell County, three children, Lester Conner, of California; J.C. Conner, of Richmond, and Mrs. Helen Vest, Richmond; three brothers, Tracey Conner, Lynchburg; Vernon Conner, Mt. Dora, Fla., and Alfred Conner, Warwick, and three sisters, Mrs. Emmett Callaham, Mrs. Allen Carson and Mrs. Katherine Probst, all of Lynchburg. on March 31, 1955.³

     His Social Security Number was 226-03-3146.² Tracy Dean Conner was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^3,5 He was born on January 27, 1908 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5,6 He married Eula Mae Jordan on April 2, 1934 at Campbell Co., Virginia.^1,5,9 Tracy Dean Conner died on October 27, 1968 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 60.^1,3,5

     Her Social Security Number was 226-03-2842.⁷ Ocie Lillian Conner was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.⁸ She was born on October 10, 1912 at Oklahoma.^1,4,7,8 As of April 18, 1934,her married name was Carson.² She married Allen Wilson Carson on April 18, 1934 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^1,8,2 Ocie Lillian Conner died on November 23, 1997 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 85.^1,7,8,9

     Kathleen Virginia "Kathy" "Kitty" Conner was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^3,7 She was born on June 16, 1918 at Thaxton, Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,7 As of July 5, 1941,her married name was Probst.⁸ She married Thomas Owen Probst on July 5, 1941 at South Mills, Camden Co., North Carolina.^1,8,9 Kathleen Virginia "Kathy" "Kitty" Conner and Thomas Owen Probst were divorced on July 29, 1955 at Lynchburg, Virginia.⁸ Kathleen Virginia "Kathy" "Kitty" Conner died on August 14, 2017 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 99.^3,7 She Kathleen "Kitty" Conner Probst, 99, of Lynchburg passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017, at her residence. Born on June 16, 1918, in Thaxton, she was the daughter of the late Maurice Lee Conner and the late Carrie Spangler Conner. Kitty was a retired quality control engineer (44 years) for Chapstick/Merchandising Company and a member of Centenary United Methodist Church. She received an achievement award for her volunteer services (40 plus years) for the Credit Union Movement and the Virginia League Central Credit Union. In addition to her parents, Kitty was preceded in death by five brothers, Alfred Conner, Vernon Conner, Maitland Conner, Percy Conner, and Tracy Conner; and two sisters, Audrey Callaham and Ocie Carson. Kitty is survived by her nieces and nephews, JC Conner of Cartersville, Helen Vest of Richmond, Tom Carson of Lynchburg, and Audrey Tyree of Lynchburg; and numerous great nieces and nephews and other loving family members and friends. A graveside service will be conducted at Concord Cemetery. on August 16, 2017.³

     Emmett George Callaham was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^3,5 His Social Security Number was 225-03-6366.⁸ He was born on November 20, 1894 at Bedford Co., Virginia; On his WWI Draft Registration card he lists his birth date as Nov 20, 1895.^8,3,4,5,6 He married Audrey Louise "Maude" Conner, daughter of Maurice Lee "Morris" Conner and Carrie Alva Spangler, on December 26, 1921 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^5,7 Emmett George Callaham died on May 6, 1975 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 80.^8,3,5

     Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham was buried at Virginia Memorial Park, Forest, Bedford Co., Virginia.^3,4 Her Social Security Number was 230-18-9146.⁵ She was born on November 15, 1898 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^5,3 She married Maitland Gray Conner, son of Maurice Lee "Morris" Conner and Carrie Alva Spangler, on April 3, 1920 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^3,4,6 As of April 3, 1920,her married name was Conner.⁶ Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham died on January 13, 1969 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 70.^5,3,4 She Mrs. Margaret Callahan (sic) Conner, 70, died Monday morning in Memorial Hospital, Lynchburg, after a long illness. She was the widow of Maitian Grey Conner. Born in Bedford County, she was the daughter of John and Willie Kirkpatrick Callahan. She was a former employe of Consolidated Textile Corp. and a member of Bible Baptist Church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. T. E. Wood, Mrs. J. E. Phelps and Mrs. E. Driskill, of Lynchburg; two brothers Fred Callahan of Bedford, and Emmett Callahan, of Lynchburg; five sisters, Mrs. Howard Hall and Mrs. Price Compton, of Lynchburg, Mrs. Ted Grey and Mrs. John Wheeler, of Bedford, and Mrs. Fred Murray, of Roanoke and four grandchildren. Burial was in Virginia Memorial Park. on January 16, 1969.⁴

     Jonathan Conner was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,6,7 He was born on April 20, 1831 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^10,9,11,12,7 He married Mahala Thrash, daughter of Valentine Thrash and Harriet Gray, on July 27, 1852 at Floyd Co., Virginia; Bond date was Jul 15, 1852.^13,14,11,12 Jonathan Conner Enlisted in Company B. on Sep 16, 1861, at Floyd County Hall. Present on Jan 1, 1862, and Feb 28, 1862 muster rolls, absent on reenlistment furlough on May 1, 1862 muster roll. Deserted from Montgomery Hospital on Dec 15, 1862. Deserted from Ringgold, Georgia on Sep 8, 1863. Resident of Floyd Co., Virginia. on September 16, 1861.¹⁵ He died on April 18, 1914 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 82.^9,7

     Moses D. Poff was buried at Correll Cemetery Family, 638 Union Valley Road, Riner, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ He was born on January 19, 1860 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,5 He married Catherine E. "Kate" Corell, daughter of Henry H. Correll and Sarah Mangus, on November 23, 1880 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,7 Moses D. Poff died on May 15, 1893 at Virginia at age 33.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 226-12-7103.⁹ Lois Elizabeth Conner was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^4,8 She was born on January 26, 1921 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^9,4,5,7 As of December 14, 1940,her married name was Driskill.⁶ She married Edward Watson "Jiggs" Driskill on December 14, 1940 at Rustburg, Campbell Co., Virginia.^4,10,6,8 Lois Elizabeth Conner died on December 24, 1996 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 75.^9,4,11,8 She Lois (Conner) Driskill, 75, of 114 Kirkley Place, died on Tuesday (Dec. 24, 1996) at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was born at Bedford County, a daughter of Maitland and Margaret (Callahan) Conner. She was a retired bookkeeper for Neurology Associates in Lynchburg. Surviving are her husband, Edward W. Driskill of Lynchburg; a son, Edward Driskill two grandsons, Brent E. and Jordan H. Driskill, both of Waynesboro; and a sister, Doris Wood of Lynchburg. A service will be held at Concord Cemetery, Concord. on December 27, 1996.⁸

     Her Social Security Number was 227-16-9209.⁸ Louise Frances Conner was buried at Fort Hill Memorial Park, 5196 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.⁵ She was born on December 21, 1922 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^8,3,4,5 As of February 15, 1941,her married name was Gunter.³ She married Charles Lawrence Gunter on February 15, 1941 at Lynchburg, Virginia.³ As of March 27, 1948,her married name was Phelps.³ Louise Frances Conner married John Edward Phelps on March 27, 1948 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^3,5 Louise Frances Conner died on January 4, 1991 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 68.^8,5

     Her Social Security Number was 226-30-5500.¹⁰ Doris Anne Conner was born on September 16, 1929 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^3,10,4 As of January 22, 1954,her married name was Wood.⁵ She married Thomas Eugene Wood Sr. on January 22, 1954 at Lynchburg, Virginia.⁵ Doris Anne Conner died on February 8, 2001 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 71.^10,11

     Edward Watson "Jiggs" Driskill was buried at Concord Cemetery, Concord, Appomattox Co., Virginia.^1,2,6 His Social Security Number was 229-05-8817.⁹ He was born on April 22, 1920 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^{1,9,2,5,6,7,8} He married Lois Elizabeth Conner, daughter of Maitland Gray Conner and Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham, on December 14, 1940 at Rustburg, Campbell Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,10 Edward Watson "Jiggs" Driskill died on October 12, 1999 at Campbell Co., Virginia, at age 79.^1,9,2,4,6 He Edward (Jiggs) Watson Driskill, Sr., 79, of Forest, died Oct 12, 1999 at his residence. He was the husband of the late Lois Conner Driskill. Born in Lynchburg, April 22, 1920, he was a son of the late Norman Edward Driskill and Sallie Rice Driskill. He was a W.W.II U.S. Navy Veteran serving on the U.S.S. Ron Brown Roberts. He was retired from J.C. Penny and a member of Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, American Legion and the Ruritans. He is survived by a son, Edward Watson Driskill Jr. of Waynesboro and wife; Susie; two brothers, Wyatt D. "Boonie" Driskill, Willie C. "Jack" Driskill both of Lynchburg; two sisters, Glady's D. Mays of Norfolk, Elizabeth D. Matthews of Lynchburg; two grandsons, Brent Edward Driskill and Jordan Harrison Driskill. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Concord Cemetery by the Rev. Randy Bower with military honors by American Legion Post 16. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, 427 Graves Mill Road, 239-2405 on charge of arrangements. on October 13, 1999.²

     His Social Security Number was 226-18-9866.⁵ John Edward Phelps was born on June 2, 1922 at Cartersville, Bartow Co., Georgia.^1,3,5,6 He married Louise Frances Conner, daughter of Maitland Gray Conner and Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham, on March 27, 1948 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^1,2 John Edward Phelps died on November 14, 2001 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 79.^2,6,5

     His Social Security Number was 228-26-4751.² Thomas Eugene Wood Sr. was born on March 9, 1929 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^2,4,5 He married Doris Anne Conner, daughter of Maitland Gray Conner and Margaret Hortense "Maggie" Callaham, on January 22, 1954 at Lynchburg, Virginia.¹ Thomas Eugene Wood Sr. died on November 6, 2005 at Campbell Co., Virginia, at age 76.^2,3,4