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     James Earl Graham was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 His Social Security Number was 719-14-0922.⁷ He was born on March 29, 1920 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^7,4,5,8,3,2 He married Hazel Letitia Clower, daughter of William Letcher Clower and Luanna Annie Iddings, on November 12, 1947 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,9,10,3 James Earl Graham died on April 5, 1988 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 68.^7,9,8,3

     William Alexander "Bill" Elliott III was buried at Beaver Hill Cemetery, Edenton, Chowan Co., North Carolina.⁴ His Social Security Number was 246-96-3288.⁵ He was born on July 6, 1948 at Chowan Co., North Carolina.^2,4,6,5 He married Brenda Sue Graham, daughter of James Earl Graham and Hazel Letitia Clower, on November 1, 1986 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² William Alexander "Bill" Elliott III and Brenda Sue Graham were divorced on December 15, 1997 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ William Alexander "Bill" Elliott III died on January 15, 2014 at Edenton, Chowan Co., North Carolina, at age 65.^4,5 He William Alexander "Bill" Elliott Jr., 65, of 203 W. Second Street, died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014 in his home. Bill was born in Chowan County on July 6, 1948, and was the son of the late William A. Sr. and Lillie Mae Saunders Elliott. Retired from the Chowan County 911 Emergency Communications Center as a Senior Telecommunicator, he had worked many years as a dispatcher from the Edenton Police Dept. and had been made an Honorary Policeman in Edenton, was a member of Open Door Church, and was actively involved in the Albemarle Emmaus and Chrysalis communities, and the Kairos Prison Ministry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Judy E. Flynn. Surviving are his sister, Peggy E. Harmon of St. Marys, Ga; a niece, five nephews, and many extended family members and friends. Burial will follow in Beaver Hill Cemetery. on January 18, 2014.⁴

     Ellen Ward Mitchell was born on August 27, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 She married James Reginal "Reggie" Graham, son of James Earl Graham and Hazel Letitia Clower, on May 26, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 As of May 26, 1972,her married name was Graham.³ Ellen Ward Mitchell died on February 17, 2021 at Virginia at age 70.² She Ellen Mitchell Graham, at a vibrant and young 70 years, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 due to Covid-19 complications. Ellen was known and loved as a devoted Christ follower, wife, mother, grandmother, and even great-grandmother. She is known as "Ellen" to most, "Mom" to a few, and Granna Ri ("Ri" pronounced "rye") to many. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Reggie Graham. She was endlessly in love with him throughout their lives together. Spending time with him on day trips and while traveling was her favorite thing to do. Her love language was definitely quality time and there was no one that she would rather spend her time with than him. She is also survived by her mother, Joyce Mitchell, and her three brothers and their spouses, Lynn and Kathy Mitchell, Jerry and Karen Mitchell, and David and Renee Mitchell. Her father, Marvin Mitchell, passed two weeks before her. Also left behind on this earth are her three children and their spouses, Kristen Gibson (and husband, Steve), Scott Graham (and wife, Amanda), and Philip Graham (and wife, Marie); as well as sixteen grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Ellen (Mom) was a strong, but behind the scenes, backbone of her family. She was content to let others take the spotlight. Her quiet, yet supportive demeanor was a perfect complement to Reggie's (Dad's) frequent "shenanigans"; it was in these times that her smile and laughter often became so pronounced. She was willing to do whatever it took to support her husband and our family in work and play. She was truly a silent rock and helper to Reggie. From homemaking, to his much-needed grammar help in his work documents, she was an enormous, but quiet, part of their duo, who was content to work in the background and let others take much of the credit. She was selfless and giving—the epitome of the caring nurturer of the family. Ellen loved her family and would have done anything for us. She was known for pulling her family together in holiday gatherings, and prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, the kids/grandkids enjoyed many game nights together. Whether it be Balderdash, Taboo, or Scattergories, her presence brought the family together. It is largely due to her love and hospitality for her kids that so many special family memories, and endless laughs, were made. One of her favorite things to do was travel with her husband and close friends. Many of these friendships have been dear to her heart for many, many years, she was a faithful and steadfast friend to those who were fortunate enough to know her. She strived to make her home feel like a home, she was a fabulous decorator with a country/rustic influence, and she prided herself on trying to take meticulous care of her home. She loved decorating for holidays, especially Christmas. Other enjoyable activities for her included baking, watching Hallmark movies, playing online word games with best friends, and yearly manager's meetings for her husband's employment, where she cultivated truly special friendships with other managers' wives. Above all else, she lived by her favorite verse, marked in pink highlighter in her Bible: "The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord; he is their stronghold in time of trouble" (Psalm 37:39). She was a longstanding member at Parkway Wesleyan Church. During those years, she served on the office staff on two separate occasions. We love you, Mom. We are heartbroken that you are not with us here, but eternally grateful that you will never know pain and sadness again. We can smile and have peace in that. on February 21, 2021.²

     Don Henry Eanes was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,4,3 His Social Security Number was 227-12-3582.⁹ He was born on February 26, 1920 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^9,6,2,3,7,10 He married Evelyn June Clower, daughter of William Letcher Clower and Luanna Annie Iddings, on September 25, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,1,11,12 Don Henry Eanes died on February 5, 1992 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 71.^9,8,3,10 He Don Eanes, age 71 of Salem, died Wednesday. He was retired from the Norfolk & Southern Railway. He is survived by two brothers and two sisters and a cousin, Pete Eanes of Salem. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. at the Salem Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Paul Braisted and the Rev. Dale Reynolds officiating. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on February 6, 1992.⁸

     Charlotte Della "Dellie" Iddings was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,2,3 Her Social Security Number was 226-92-0549.⁶ She was born on July 10, 1883 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,1,2,3,6 As of December 11, 1901,her married name was Clower.¹ She married Joseph Landon Clower, son of James B. Clower and Cerena Jane "Rena" Hale, on December 11, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Charlotte Della "Dellie" Iddings died on February 21, 1975 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 91.^5,2,3 She Mrs. Della Iddings Clower, age 91, widow of Joseph L. Clower, died Friday in Montgomery County hospital. She is survived by one son, E. D. Clower, Christiansburg; one sister, Fannie Roop, Christiansburg. Interment will be in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. on February 22, 1975.⁷

     Arrah Eldridge "Ara" Iddings was buried at Wilson Cemetery, Daniel's Run Road (Rt. 661), Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,8,2,3 Her Social Security Number was 229-50-6576.⁹ She was born on June 28, 1893 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,8,4,1,2,9 She married Ernest Lee Poage, son of Samuel Crawford Poage and Celia Exona Earles, on September 21, 1911 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,10,1,3,2 As of September 21, 1911,her married name was Poage. Arrah Eldridge "Ara" Iddings died on November 20, 1966 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.^7,8,1,2,3 She Eldridge Iddings Poage, 73, widow of Ernest Poage, died Sunday in a Roanoke hospital. Surviving are a son, Clinton L. Poage, Check; four sisters, Mrs. Della Clower, Mrs. Fannie Roop, both of Christiansburg, Mrs. Martha Clower, Pilot, Mrs. Annie Clower, Salem. Burial in the Wilson Cemetery. on November 21, 1966.³

     Frances Mae "Fannie" Iddings was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,2,6 Her Social Security Number was 226-92-7116.⁸ She was born on April 23, 1896 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,7,10,1,6,8 She married Harley Everette "Harlie" Roop, son of Robert J. Roop and Tabitha Odell "Bitha" Wilson, on July 28, 1920 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6 As of July 28, 1920,her married name was Roop. Frances Mae "Fannie" Iddings died on April 19, 1978 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 81.^7,6

     His Social Security Number was 226-32-4790.⁵ Joseph Landon Clower was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^6,1,3,4 He was born on March 8, 1878 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,7,3,8,5 He married Charlotte Della "Dellie" Iddings, daughter of James William Iddings and Lutishia "Letitia" "Tishia" "Littua" Shockey, on December 11, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,1,3 Joseph Landon Clower died on May 4, 1958 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 80.^6,1,3,4 He Joseph Landon Clower, 80, died yesterday in a local hospital. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Della Clower; a son, E. D. Clower, Christiansburg; a brother, Will Clower, Shawsville; three sisters. Mrs. Bertha Lawrence, Salem; Mrs. Flora Angle, Bent Mountain; Mrs. Dillie Martin, Pilot. Burial in Sunset Cemetery. on May 5, 1958.⁴

     Elliott Daryl Clower was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,5 His Social Security Number was 231-18-5924.¹¹ He married Ressie Katherine Hungate.^2,5,12 Elliott Daryl Clower was born on July 2, 1908 at Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,11,3,4,5 He died on October 14, 1989 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 81.^1,2,5

     Ressie Katherine Hungate married Elliott Daryl Clower, son of Joseph Landon Clower and Charlotte Della "Dellie" Iddings.^2,3,5 Her Social Security Number was 231-42-1171.⁶ Ressie Katherine Hungate was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,5 Her married name was Clower.³ She was born on October 6, 1906 at Camp Creek, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,4 She died on March 11, 1982 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 75.^1,2,3,5 She Mrs. Ressie H. Clower, age 75, died Thursday in the Montgomery County Hospital. She is survived by her husband, E. D. Clower; one sister, Audrey F. Hungate, Washington, D.C; three brothers, Dr. Clarence V. Hungate, Detroit, Mich; Alva L. Hungate, Christiansburg; Elvin M. Hungate, Pearisburg. Burial in Sunset Cemetery. on March 13, 1982.⁵

     Harless Alvin Clower Sr. was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,13 His Social Security Number was 231-16-7036.¹⁴ He was born on December 5, 1918 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^{14,7,3,4,5,13,15} He married Reba Earnestine Alley, daughter of Hosea Dillard "Hosie" Alley and Lillie Clara Duncan, on December 24, 1941 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,16,7,13 Harless Alvin Clower Sr. died on November 15, 2000 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 81.^2,14,13,6,15 He CLOWER, Harless Alvin Sr., 81, of Pilot, died Wednesday, November 15, 2000, following a battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Reba A. Clower, and two sisters. He was a faithful member of Abundant Life Fellowship of Pilot. He was a veteran of World War II and he retired from Burlington Industries. He is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Geraldine Clower, Dianne and Wendell Light; one son and daughter-in-law, Harless Clower, Jr. and Lola; four grandchildren, Michelle Lyons and husband, Steve, Brian Light and fiance, Teresa Burton, Nathan Clower, Amanda Light; one great-grandchild, Zachary; one sister, Mattie Graham; a host of nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Claudia and the staff at New River Valley Hospice for their wonderful care. Interment will follow in Huffville Cemetery. on November 16, 2000.²

     Her Social Security Number was 224-24-4345.⁶ Reba Earnestine Alley was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,5 She was born on September 23, 1923 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^6,3,4,5 She married Harless Alvin Clower Sr., son of Archie Whitfield Clower and Martha Washington Iddings, on December 24, 1941 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,7,5 As of December 24, 1941,her married name was Clower. Reba Earnestine Alley died on December 29, 1999 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 76.^6,2,5 She CLOWER, Reba Alley, 76, of Pilot, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at her home. She was preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her husband of fifty-eight years, Harless Clower, Sr; two daughters and a son-in-law, Geraldine Clower, Dianne and Wendell Light; one son and daughter-in-law, Harless Clower, Jr. and Lola; four grandchildren, Michelle Lyons and husband, Steve, Brian Light and fiance, Teresa Burton, Nathan Clower and Amanda Light. She is also survived by one sister, Ruby Thompson; and a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Clower was a faithful member of Abundant Life Fellowship. Interment will follow in the Huffville Cemetery. on December 31, 1999.²

     Geraldine Sue Clower was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 She was born on July 8, 1942 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,5,7 She died on September 21, 2010 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 68.^4,5,6 She Geraldine Sue Clower, 68, of Pilot, Va., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 21, 2010, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was a member of Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Pilot, and a long time employee of Roses Department Store in Christiansburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harless and Reba Clower. She is survived by her sister, Dianne (Wendell) Light; her brother, Harless (Lola) Clower; nieces, Michelle (Steve) Lyons, and Amanda (Steve) Haynes; nephews, Brian (Teresa) Light, and Nathan Clower; and greatnieces and nephews, Zach, Brittany, Rylee, Kendall, Robert, and Brandon also survive. The family wishes to thank Skyline Nursing and Rehab for the caring of Geraldine for the past seven years. Thanks also to Carilion New River Hospice.Burial will follow in Huffville Cemetery, Floyd. on September 23, 2010.⁴

     David W. Terry was born circa 1770 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia; The 1850 Census has his age as an unlikely 93.^3,4 He married Leticia/Lettice B. "Letty" Nash on January 3, 1799 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^1,2 David W. Terry died on November 12, 1865 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁴

     Forrest Alden Light was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4 His Social Security Number was 227-46-6602.¹² He was born on July 30, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^12,1,2,7,5 He married Mildred Lee Dobbins, daughter of James Cabell Dobbins and Mary Katherine/Catherine Lawrence, on July 7, 1934 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,7,13,4 Forrest Alden Light died on February 11, 2001 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 91.^1,12,3 He LIGHT, Forrest Alden, 91, of Pilot, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2001. Born July 30, 1909, he was the son of the late Grover and Flora Iddings Light. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Allene Criner and a grandson, Phillip Correll. Mr. Light was a member of Red Oak Grove Church of the Brethren. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mildred Light, Pilot; daughter and son-in-law, Doris and Wayne Correll, Roanoke; four sons and daughters-in-law, Melvin and Beverly Light, Vinton, Wendell and Dianne Light, Donald and Beverly Light, Ronald and Julia Light, all of Pilot; sister, Bertha Wimmer, Riner; ten grandchildren, Joan and Mark Kesterson, Jeff and Kim Light, Jerry and Teresa Light, Larry Light, Barry Light, Brian Light, Paul Light, Tammy Light, Amanda Light, Jason Light; and great-grandson, Zachary. Interment will follow in Iddings Cemetery. on February 13, 2001.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 224-64-9013.⁶ Mildred Lee Dobbins was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 She was born on July 13, 1911 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,7,3,4,6 She married Forrest Alden Light, son of Grover Alden Light and Flora A. Iddings, on July 7, 1934 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,4,5 As of July 7, 1934,her married name was Light. Mildred Lee Dobbins died on April 12, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 95.^4,6,8 She Mildred Lee Dobbins Light, 95, of Pilot, went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2007. She was born July 13, 1911 to the late Cabell and Mary Dobbins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Forrest Light; son, Ronald Light; sisters, Edith and Martha Shelton; brother, James Dobbins; grandson, Phillip Correll and daughter-in-law, Beverly Light. She was a member of Red Oak Grove Church of the Brethren. Mildred taught school in one-room schools at Rifton, Poff and Possum Hollow in Floyd and Montgomery Counties. She will be greatly missed by all. Our loss is heaven's gain. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Doris and Wayne Correll, Roanoke; sons and daughters-in-law, Melvin and Shirley Light, Troutville, Wendell and Dianne Light, Donald and Beverly Light, all of Pilot; daughter-in-law, Julia Light, Pilot; grandchildren, Joan (Mark) Kesterson, Jeff (Kim), Barry (Heather), Larry, Paul, Tammy, Brian (Teresa), Amanda (Steve), Jerry (Teresa), Jason (Alyssa) Light; great-grandchildren, John, Zach, Gabrielle, Brittany, Robert, Brandon and MacKenzie; sisters, Helen Dobbins, Virginia (Irvin) Yates of Christiansburg; two sisters-in-law, Bertha Wimmer, Lucille Dobbins, both of Christiansburg. Interment will follow at Iddings Cemetery. on April 13, 2007.⁴

     Grover Alden Light was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,7,8,3 His Social Security Number was 225-48-8994.⁹ He Grover A. Light, age 85, died in Montgomery County Hospital Tuesday, October 22, 1974. He was a retired blacksmith and farmer. Surviving are one son, Forrest A. Light, Floyd; two daughters, Mrs. Allene L. Criner, Salem; Mrs. Bertha L. Wimmer, Christiansburg; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Dulaney, Quincy, Ill; four halfsisters, Mrs. Josie Lawrence, Christiansburg; Mrs. Flora Ziegler, Perryville, Md; Mrs. Helen Cox, Riner; Mrs. Clara Jackson, Havre de Grace, Md; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Interment in Iddings Cemetery.⁷ He was born on June 25, 1889 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^{9,10,11,2,8,3,5} He married Flora A. Iddings, daughter of Anderson Lafayette Iddings and Laura Laverna Whitenack, on May 14, 1908 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,12,11,3 Grover Alden Light died on October 22, 1974 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 85.^6,11,7,8,3

     Her Social Security Number was 229-50-5738.⁵ Flora A. Iddings was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,7,4 She was born on January 2, 1892 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,8,5 She married Grover Alden Light, son of Joseph Owen Light and Louisa Frances Amos, on May 14, 1908 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,2,4 As of May 14, 1908,her married name was Light. Flora A. Iddings died on December 1, 1962 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 70.^7,4,8 She Mrs. Flora Iddings Light 70, died Saturday at her home. Surviving are her husband Grover A. Light, Floyd; two daughters, Mrs. Glenn Criner, Salem; Mrs Glenn Wimmer, Christiansburg; a son, Forest A. Light, Floyd; three sisters, Miss Bertie Iddings, Mrs. A. L. Lawrence, both of Floyd; Mrs. K. E. Sutphin, Pilot; four brothers, W. D. Iddings, Bluefield, W. V; Oakley Iddings, Roanoke; Herbert Iddings, Floyd; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Burial was in the Iddings Cemetery. on December 6, 1962.⁷

     Joseph Owen Light was buried at Cole Family Cemetery, Stonewell Road NE, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,10 He was born on August 31, 1856 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,9,10,1 He married Louisa Frances Amos, daughter of James W. Amos and Elvira Fords, on June 20, 1878 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ Joseph Owen Light married Sarah Amanda Hale, daughter of William Francis Hale and Louella S. Martin, on December 20, 1894 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6 Joseph Owen Light died on January 31, 1927 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 70.^7,4,9,10,11

     Louisa Frances Amos was buried at Amos Cemetery, off Peter Amos Road, off Rt. 219 between Linside and Union, Monroe Co., West Virginia.^1,3 She was born on April 20, 1858 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,2 She married Joseph Owen Light, son of Henry Washington Light and Nancy Cole, on June 20, 1878 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² As of June 20, 1878,her married name was Light. Louisa Frances Amos died on May 11, 1894 at Lindside, Monroe Co., West Virginia, at age 36.³