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     William Riceville/Rice Yates was buried at McLaughlin-Yates Cemetery on the farm of John Eastwood on Bair Branch Road, Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² He was born circa 1807 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^6,5 He married Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin, daughter of Henry McLaughlin and Mary "Polly" Terry, on December 7, 1829 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.³ William Riceville/Rice Yates County tax records show that in 1840, William R. Yates paid taxes on 93 acres of land on Lick Branch in 1840 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² He died on October 4, 1889 at Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁵

     Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin was born circa 1807 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^4,3 She married William Riceville/Rice Yates, son of Joseph M. Yates and Sarah "Sally" Linthicum, on December 7, 1829 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² As of December 7, 1829,her married name was Yates.² Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin died before 1862 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.³

     Sarah C. "Sally" Yates was born in January, 1831 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁴ As of circa 1860,her married name was Turner.⁴ She married William W. Turner circa 1860 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^2,4

     Her Social Security Number was 360-38-6408.¹⁰ Ethel Phyllis Schaffer was buried at Beverly Cemetery, 12000 S. Kedzie Avenue, Blue Island, Cook Co., Illinois.¹¹ She was born on February 26, 1898 at Cunard, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^10,12,5 As of April 18, 1921,her married name was Wolf.⁶ She married Julius Wolf on April 18, 1921 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^12,6 Ethel Phyllis Schaffer died in July, 1974 at Riverdale, Cook Co., Illinois, at age 76.¹⁰

     William W. Turner was born in November, 1830 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² He married Sarah C. "Sally" Yates, daughter of William Riceville/Rice Yates and Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin, circa 1860 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^3,2

     Lydia Joseph Yates was buried at Hardy Cemetery, Mountain Lane, Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁵ She was born on May 23, 1834 at Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^6,7,8 She married James Washington Hardy, son of Solomon Hardy and Martha Wood, on December 16, 1856 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^1,8 As of December 16, 1856,her married name was Hardy. Lydia Joseph Yates married Samuel A. Abbott on September 13, 1865 at Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^4,9 As of September 13, 1865,her married name was Abbott. Lydia Joseph Yates died in 1926 at Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁵

     James Washington Hardy was buried at University of Virginia Cemetery and Columbarium, Charlottesville, Virginia.³ He James Hardy enlisted in Company I, 18th Virginia Infantry, on April 24, 1861. He fought at First Manasses and died in a Charlottesville hospital of typhoid fever on August 27, 1861 while en route from Manasses Junction to Lynchburg. James and his best friend, Samuel Abbott, enlisted in the Confederate Army at the same time. James made Samuel promise that if he did not return from the war that Samuel would take care of Lydia and "Little Bet." James died during the war and after the war Samuel returned and married Lydia and raised Bet as his own. From Court Records - Pittsylvania Co. Book 46, page 235, Nov 18, 1861 "On the motion of Wm. R. Yates who made oath and with James Hodnett as his security who made oath to his sufficiency entered into and acknowledged a bond in the penalty of two hundred dollars conditioned according to law. Certificate is granted him for obtaining _____ of administration on the estate of James W. Hardy dec'd in due form." From Court Records - Pittsylvania Co. Book 46, page 235, Nov 18, 1861 "It is ordered that John Hardy, Abram. White, James Hodnett, George D. Ingram, Jer. M. White, or any three of them being first sworn do appraise in current money the personal estate of James W. Hardy dec'd." Inventory and appraisement of the personal estate of James W. Hardy, deceased, made the 4th day of February 1862. One bed stead and furniture $15.00 1 Do at $12.00 1 Met chair $5.00 1/2 Dozen Chairs $2.00 1 Shot Gun $1.50 1 Lot of Earthen Ware $1.50 1 Slop Stand & water can $1.50 1 Pot $0.25 1 Oven and led $0.50 1 Do Skillet $0..50 1 Lot of farming tools $1.50 1 Saddle $2.00 2 Barrels of corn $6.00 1 Yearling $3.00 300.25 lbs. of pork $32.50 500 lb. of oats $2.50 Supposed to be 500 lb. Tobacco $15.00 Ladder appraised at $5.50 The fourth part $1.37 1/2 $107.02 1/2 The above is a correct appraisement of the estate of James W. Hardy as shown to us by the administrator. Jas. M. White John J. Hardy James C. Hodnett In the clerk's office of the county court of Pittsylvania County on the 22nd day of April 1862. The foregoing Inventory and appraisement was returned and admitted to record. Teste. S Scruggs Clk. He was born on October 21, 1835 at Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² He married Lydia Joseph Yates, daughter of William Riceville/Rice Yates and Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin, on December 16, 1856 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^1,2 James Washington Hardy died on August 27, 1861 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 25.³

     William Thomas Yates was buried at McLaughlin-Yates Cemetery on the farm of John Eastwood on Bair Branch Road, Keeling, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia. He Enlisted in the Confederate Army on April 24, 1861, in Company I of the 18th Virginia Infantry. His occupation was listed as farmer. He was absent due to illness from May to August, 1861 and from November, 1861 until February, 1862. He was promoted to Corporal in May, 1862 and to 3rd Sergeant on June 1, 1864. Records show that he was present through December, 1864 which was the last time a complete roster was made for the 18th Virginia. He was born on March 17, 1835 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.¹ He married Lousia T. Dunman on December 20, 1860 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia. William Thomas Yates married Amanda H. "Maud" Henderson on December 19, 1883 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia. William Thomas Yates died on November 4, 1922 at Banister, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia, at age 87.¹

     John Smith was born circa 1780 at Virginia.¹ He married Rosanna Bolf/Rolf in December, 1806 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,1 John Smith died on April 12, 1828 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹

     Rosanna Bolf/Rolf was born in 1780.¹ She married John Smith in December, 1806 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,1 As of December, 1806,her married name was Smith.¹ Rosanna Bolf/Rolf died in December, 1859 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹

     Almeda Jackson Whitlock Almeda Jackson Whitlock Conner, a beloved pillar of her family, church, and community, passed away on June 29, 2023, in Salem, VA, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and faith. She was born on August 29, 1946, in Floyd, VA, to Elinos Alton Whitlock, Sr. and Estella Jackson Yeatts Whitlock. Almeda's unwavering dedication as a retired nurse, caregiver, gardener, prayer warrior/intercessor, and humble servant touched the lives of many. Almeda's heart overflowed with a genuine spirit of service, extending her kindness and compassion to all those around her. Throughout her career as a nurse, she selflessly cared for others, offering comfort and healing. In her role as a caregiver, she provided support and assistance to those in need, embodying the essence of empathy and love. Almeda's green thumb and passion for gardening brought beauty and tranquility to her surroundings, a testament to her nurturing nature. A devoted prayer warrior and intercessor, Almeda fervently lifted the needs of others to the heavens. Her faith was unwavering, and her dedication to her relationship with God was a source of strength and inspiration. Almeda's impact extended beyond her immediate family, as she served as a guiding light in her church and community. Her steadfast commitment to her beliefs and her role as a humble servant left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Almeda was preceded in death by her father, Elinos Alton Whitlock, Sr., her mother, Estella Jackson Yeatts Whitlock, and her siblings, Elinos Alton Whitlock II, Robert Lincoln Whitlock, Clyde Marlyn Whitlock, Lewis Arthur Whitlock, and Ollie Martha Whitlock. She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard David Conner, and her siblings, Donny Dale Whitlock, Perry Lee Whitlock, Sr. (wife Candy), Rebekah Whitlock Kinsley, and Joe David Whitlock, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Almeda Jackson Whitlock Conner will forever be remembered for her unwavering faith, her servant's heart, and her unwavering dedication to her family, church, and community. May her soul find eternal peace, and may her memory continue to inspire us to live lives of love, kindness, and service.⁵ She was born on August 29, 1946 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ She married Richard David Conner, son of Benjamin Valentine "Benny" Conner and Grace Virginia Palmer, on July 17, 1971 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3,5,6,8 As of July 17, 1971,her married name was Conner. Almeda Jackson Whitlock died on June 29, 2023 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 76.⁵

     Lousia T. Dunman was born circa 1836 at Virginia.¹ She married William Thomas Yates, son of William Riceville/Rice Yates and Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin, on December 20, 1860 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia. As of December 20, 1860,her married name was Yates. Lousia T. Dunman died before 1883 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.

     Phyllis Gail Chisom Phyllis Gail Chisom Morrison, 67, of Goodview, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2014. She was a daughter of the late Earnest and Delores Mae Chisom and a member of Calvary Memorial Church in Roanoke. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and best friend. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by brothers, Bobby and Douglas Chisom. Surviving family includes her husband of 29 years, Bobby Gale Morrison; children and their spouses, Tina and Michael Jones, Jeff and Betty Poff, Mitchell and Donna Whorley, Angie and Gary Pritt, Russell Morrison and Cody Morrison; grandchildren, Ashley and Bradley Wright, Casey and Zack Teubert, Leslie Jones, Bailey, Joshua, Timothy, Miriam and Abigail Pritt, Justin and Jessi Whorley, Jamie, Shayne and Kimberly Poff, Shaun Morrison, Cameron Morrison; sisters, Sylvia Nimmo and Doris White; brother, Sherman Chisom and many nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery.³ She was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,3 She was born on September 28, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,6,5,4 As of November 28, 1963,her married name was Poff.² She married Roger Lee Poff, son of Millard Oliver Poff Sr. and Ruby Gaye Vest, on November 28, 1963 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,2 Phyllis Gail Chisom and Roger Lee Poff were divorced on April 30, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ Phyllis Gail Chisom died on November 14, 2014 at Virginia at age 67.^5,3

     James E. West was born on April 24, 1869 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5,1 He died on December 28, 1886 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 17; Died of diptheria.⁴

     John Wilson Gray was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^7,8 He was born on July 11, 1859 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,7,8 He married Mary Matilda Graham, daughter of William Simmons Graham and Caroline Poff, on December 22, 1881 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² John Wilson Gray John Wilson Gray, 83, died this morning at the home of a daughter, Mrs. J. W. Sowder, of Salem. Surviving, besides Mrs. Sowder, are a sister, Mrs. Mary E. Harvery, of Callaway, and three grandsons. on March 20, 1943.⁹ He died on March 20, 1943 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^7,8,9

     Amanda H. "Maud" Henderson was born in February, 1854 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.¹ She married William Thomas Yates, son of William Riceville/Rice Yates and Elizabeth "Betsy" McLaughlin, on December 19, 1883 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia. As of December 19, 1883,her married name was Yates.

     Benjamin Franklin "Frank" West was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on January 14, 1875 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 He married Mary E. "Mamie" Barksdale circa 1907.^8,5 Benjamin Franklin "Frank" West married Bertha Allan Overstreet on November 5, 1938 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,5 Benjamin Franklin "Frank" West died on December 28, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 76.⁵

     Annie Lee Conner was buried at Green Hill Cemetery, West 10th Street, Buena Vista, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^3,9 Her Social Security Number was 231-16-1967.¹⁰ She was born on July 18, 1922 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^10,1,3,9,5,6 As of September 25, 1943,her married name was Huffman.⁴ She married Paul Timothy Huffman on September 25, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{1,3,11,12,4,13,9,14} Annie Lee Conner died on May 13, 1999 at Lexington, Rockbridge Co., Virginia, at age 76.^10,3,9,14 She HUFFFMAN, Annie Lee Conner, 76, of Buena Vista, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 13, 1999 in the Stonewall Jackson Hospital. Annie was born in Montgomery County on July 18, 1922, the eldest of eight children born to the late Ralph E. Conner and Alpha King Conner. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Paul T. Huffman; four brothers, Roy Conner, Raymond Conner, Wilmer Conner and James Conner. She was a member of the Grace Trinity Church, Buena Vista and held several public jobs in Roanoke County and also in Buena Vista. After her marriage to Paul she moved from Roanoke County to Buena Vista and worked while Paul was serving in World War II. Her last place of employment was Bernson Silk Mills. Left to cherish her memories are two daughters and sons-in-laws, Barbara and Paul Majors Sr., and Darlene and Robert Sloan all of Buena Vista; four beloved grandchildren and their spouses, James and Marlene Shafer, Amy and Chad Huffman, Tammy Shafer and Paul and Dawn Majors Jr. She was to be the great-grandmother of two precious children to be born in September and December. Also surviving are a sister, Ruby Gibson of Roanoke; and two brothers, Howard Conner of Montvale, and Douglas Conner of Clarksville, Tenn; a special friend and companion Dottie Lynn; and a devoted nephew, Richard Garrett, and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Burial to follow in the Green Hill Cemetery. on May 14, 1999.³

     His Social Security Number was 231-16-1980.⁹ Wilmer Andrew "Tailpipe" Conner was buried at Piedmont Cemetery, Rt. 11 to Shawsville, turn at nursing home, Rt. 637, about 8 miles on the left, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^13,3 He was born on February 8, 1924 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^9,4,5,7,8 He married Christine Lewis Tinsley on February 7, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,14,15,2,4 Wilmer Andrew "Tailpipe" Conner died on August 10, 1994 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 70.^9,3,6,16 He CONNER, Wilmer Andrew, (Tailpipe), 70, of 2018 Willis Hollow Rd., Shawsville, died Wednesday, August 10, 1994 in the Salem Veterans Hospital. He had retired from Kroger where he worked as a diesel mechanic for 40 years. He was a faithful member of Gospel Baptist Church for over 30 years where he was a deacon and a trustee. He was actively involved in the New Convert Discipleship Ministry at the church. He also was an Army Veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Christine T. Conner; two sons and daughter-in-law, Elmer A. and Roberta L. Conner, Franklin Co., John Edward "Eddie" Conner, Blacksburg; two daughters and son-in-law, Ruth E. and Mike E. Hawkins, Roanoke, Nancy C. Linkous, Lynchburg; four grandchildren, Susan L. Bell, David Linkous, Dallas Richards, and Andrew Conner; two great- granddaughters, Elizabeth and Sarah Bell; three brothers, Howard Conner, James Conner both of Roanoke, Douglas Conner, Clarksville, Tenn; two sisters, Annie Huffman, Buena Vista, Ruby Gibson, Roanoke. Burial will follow in the Piedmont Cemetery. on August 12, 1994.³

     Roy Melvin/Melton Conner was buried at Barnett Cemetery, Rt. 637, on Sisson Farm in the middle of the dairy farm, Montgomery Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "VA Tec 4 Med Depot WWII."^6,7,8 He was born on October 27, 1925 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,6,1,2,8 He died on November 19, 1946 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 21.^3,6,7,1,8

     His Social Security Number was 228-30-8111.¹⁰ James Robert Conner was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^11,12,6 He was born on March 25, 1930 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{1,10,2,3,4,13,12,5,6} He married Margaret Lois Argabright, daughter of Alonzo Kiley "Lonzy" Argabright and Luella May Palmer, on December 25, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{2,14,15,16,3,6,17} James Robert Conner married Elizabeth L. "Betty" Morris on June 18, 1973 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{11,14,15,18,3} James Robert Conner died on September 25, 1997 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 67.^{10,11,13,12,6} He CONNER, James R., 67, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, September 25, 1997, in a local hospital. He was U.S. Army veteran, a member of American Legion Post #3 and Disabled American Veterans Chapter #3. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth ("Betty") Conner; sons, Larry J. Conner of Salem, Mark G. Conner of Mystic, Conn., Jeffrey W. Conner of Wichita, Kan., and Gregory B. Conner of Salem; six grandchildren; sisters, Annie Lee Huffman of Buena Vista and Ruby Gibson of Roanoke, and brothers, Douglas Conner of Tennessee and Howard Conner of Montvale. A graveside service will be conducted in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. Military honors will be by VFW Post #1264. on September 27, 1997.¹¹

     His Social Security Number was 228-30-8110.¹¹ Howard Royal Conner was born on February 17, 1932 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,11,3,5 He married Deborah Elaine Mutispaw on April 15, 1993 at Bedford Co., Virginia.² Howard Royal Conner died on December 10, 2004 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 72.^7,11,3,4 He Howard R. Conner, 72, of Montvale, passed away Friday December 10, 2004 in a local hospital. He was a retired plumber and a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Alpha Conner, one sister and four brothers. Surviving are his wife of 11 years, Deborah M. Conner; stepson, Richard A. Willson of Roanoke; sister, Ruby Gibson of Roanoke; brother, Douglas Conner of Clarksville, Tenn; and a number of nieces and nephews. on December 11, 2004.⁷