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     Melvin Thomas "Tommy" Jordan Sr. Melvin T. “Tommy” Jordan, Sr., 79, of Troutville, died Sunday, May 03, 2015 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Tommy was born in Boones Mill March 18, 1936 and lived in Troutville for more than 30 years. He was the son of the late Rufus Thomas and Mary Florence Hardin Jordan. Tommy was a truck driver, retiring from the Kroger Company. He was a bluegrass music enthusiast and was a member of the James River Music Hall in Eagle Rock and the Fiddle and Banjo Club. In addition to his parents, Tommy was preceded in death by his brother Jack Jourdan and sisters Matilda “Tillie” LaPradd and Hazel Fink. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ann (Hale) Jordan; son and daughter-in-law Melvin and Dawn Jordan, Jr. of Roanoke; grandson Nicholas Jordan; brothers Buddy Jordon of Ferrum, Virginia and Danny Layton of Boones Mill, Virginia; and all of his Bluegrass buddies.² He was born on March 18, 1936 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,1 He married Shelby Ann Hale, daughter of Frank Wilson Hale Sr. and Elsie May Aldridge, on October 18, 1965 at South Carolina.^3,2 Melvin Thomas "Tommy" Jordan Sr. died on May 3, 2015 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 79.²

     His Social Security Number was 231-78-4537.⁴ Arthur Edward "Junior" Gaylor Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on May 4, 1951 at Virginia.^4,3 He married Linda Faye Hale, daughter of Frank Wilson Hale Sr. and Elsie May Aldridge, on February 16, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Arthur Edward "Junior" Gaylor Jr. and Linda Faye Hale were divorced on August 25, 1983.³ Arthur Edward "Junior" Gaylor Jr. died on June 18, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 59.^4,1,2 He Arthur E. (Junior) Gaylor, 59, of Roanoke, Va., died on Friday, June 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Smith; and a sister, Juanita Paulson. He leaves behind to cherish his memory a son, Jay E. Gaylor; his friend, Suzi McKee, of Bedford; stepdaughter, Mary, of Roanoke; grandson, Nathan Gaylor, of Vinton; father, A.E. Gaylor Sr., of Roanoke; step father, Jesse Smith and wife, Peggy, of Roanoke; sisters, Pat Willard and husband, David, Sonya Frazier and husband, Larry, of Roanoke, and Frances Robertson, of Roanoke; brother, Jesse C. Smith, of Salem; special aunt, Claudette Hackett and husband, Paul, of Elliston; and numerous nieces and nephews. Junior will be greatly missed by all who loved him. May he rest in peace. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Roanoke Rescue Mission. A Memorial Service will be conducted 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2010, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by the Rev. Paul Hatfield. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707. on June 23, 2010.¹

     Hartwell F. Yates was born in 1849 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.⁴ He died on December 1, 1861 at Patrick Co., Virginia; Died of diphtheria.⁴

     James Lowell Aldridge was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹¹ He was born on December 12, 1951 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,7 He married Emma Jean Huff, daughter of Thurman Eldridge "Jack" Huff and Virgie Alice Keith, on September 16, 1972 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,12,4 James Lowell Aldridge died on July 28, 2007 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 55.^4,8 He James Lowell Aldridge, beloved husband and father, 55 of Bent Mountain, went to be with the Lord, Saturday July 28, 2007. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Aldridge, and his father-in-law, Thurman "Jack" Huff. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Emma Jean Aldridge; son, Travis Aldridge and wife Lindsay; father, James Aldridge and friend Jean Ferguson; mother-in-law, Virgil Huff; sisters, Jennifer Aldridge and Ann Penn, sister-in-law, Janice Foro and husband Brad; brother-in-law, Marvin Huff and wife Becky; nieces and nephews, Kelly Lewis, Vonda Dillon, Shana Roop, Bryan Nester and Taylor Penn; four great-nieces and nephews. Lowell was employed by Shenandoah Industrial Rubber Company in Roanoke. He was a much loved and well respected servant of his community, an active member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and retired after 25 years of service with Bent Mountain Fire & Rescue. He will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday August 1, 2007 at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Copper Hill, with the Rev. Greg Mills officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Cemetery, Floyd. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd. Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 9918 North Floyd Highway, Copper Hill, Va., 24079, or contributions towards burial expenses can be mailed to Travis Aldridge, 158 Summit Way SW, Roanoke, Va., 24014. on July 30, 2007.⁴

     Elizabeth Ann Aldridge was born on May 16, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She married Dale Edward Nester on March 1, 1984 at Radford, Virginia.² As of March 1, 1984,her married name was Nester. Elizabeth Ann Aldridge and Dale Edward Nester were divorced on December 16, 1991 at Spotsylvania Co., Virginia.⁴ As of April 18, 1992,her married name was Penn.⁹ Elizabeth Ann Aldridge married Wayne Anthony Penn on April 18, 1992 at Spotsylvania Co., Virginia.^5,9 Elizabeth Ann Aldridge and Wayne Anthony Penn were divorced on April 10, 2001 at Spotsylvania Co., Virginia.⁴ Elizabeth Ann Aldridge died on February 11, 2015 at Virginia at age 51.⁸ She Elizabeth Ann Penn, 51, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. She was employed by Roanoke City Public Schools, and was very dedicated to her students. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Aldridge; and her brother, Lowell Aldridge. She is survived by her two children, son, Bryan Nester; and daughter, Taylor Penn. She is also survived by her father, James Aldridge and special friend, Jean Ferguson; and sister, Jennifer Aldridge. on February 13, 2015.⁸

     James Elmer Altis was buried at Lawrence Memorial Cemetery, off Rt. 221, Coble Trail, Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² He was born on February 26, 1895 at Texas Co., Missouri.^4,5,1,3,6 He married Bertha Clyde Aldridge, daughter of John Henry Anderson Aldridge and Mahala Ann "Sis" Conner, on November 20, 1919 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,1 James Elmer Altis died on July 1, 1920 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 25.^4,2,6

     Elvira A. Yates was born circa 1851 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^2,4 She married John R. Fitzgerald, son of Matthew Fitzgerald, on January 19, 1874 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 As of January 19, 1874,her married name was Fitzgerald. Elvira A. Yates died before 1894; Her husband had remarried by this date.⁶

     Jamie Clyde Altis Jamie Altis Cutrell, 96, of Fairfield died Wednesday, March 29, 2017, at Roanoke Landing in Plymouth. Born October 10, 1920 in Floyd County, Virginia she was the daughter of the late James Altis and Bertha Roberson Altis and was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Earl Cutrell; brother, Doyle Roberson; sisters, Dina Vass and Ruby Spencer. Jamie was a retired cosmetologist and sales clerk and a member of Fairfield Christian Church. Her family includes her son, James Earl Cutrell and wife Marie of Columbia, N.C; grandaughter, Greta Cutrell, Columbia, N.C; sister, Jackie Compton of Martinsville, Va. and sister-in-law, Zora Roberson of Martinsville, Va. Graveside service will be held at Fairfield Cemetery.⁵ She was buried at Fairfield Cemetery, Fairfield, Hyde Co., North Carolina.⁵ She was born on October 10, 1920 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3,4,5 As of June 18, 1938,her married name was Robertson.³ She married Charlie Walter Robertson Sr. on June 18, 1938 at Martinsville, Virginia.³ Jamie Clyde Altis and Charlie Walter Robertson Sr. were divorced on March 13, 1941 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹³ As of September 29, 1951,her married name was Cutrell.³ Jamie Clyde Altis married Willie Earl Cutrell on September 29, 1951 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,7,3,5 Jamie Clyde Altis died on March 29, 2017 at Plymouth, Washington Co., North Carolina, at age 96.⁵

     Willie Earl Cutrell was buried at Fairfield Cemetery, Fairfield, Hyde Co., North Carolina.⁷ His Social Security Number was 240-12-6998.⁸ He was born on January 5, 1916 at Fairfield, Hyde Co., North Carolina.^3,4,6,9,10 He married Jamie Clyde Altis, daughter of James Elmer Altis and Bertha Clyde Aldridge, on September 29, 1951 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,11,4,5 Willie Earl Cutrell died on February 7, 1989 at Washington, Beaufort Co., North Carolina, at age 73.^8,3,10

     His Social Security Number was 227-05-4706.⁶ Willie Lewis Roberson was buried at Roselawn Burial Park, 103 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, Virginia.¹ He was born on May 17, 1898 at Sydnorsville, Franklin Co., Virginia; His WWI Draft Card and gravestone have a birth year of 1900 and his WWII Draft Card has 1901.^6,7,1,4,3 He married Bertha Clyde Aldridge, daughter of John Henry Anderson Aldridge and Mahala Ann "Sis" Conner, on October 20, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,1,8,5 Willie Lewis Roberson died on December 5, 1979 at age 81.^7,1

     Ruby Maxine Roberson was buried at Roselawn Burial Park, 103 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, Virginia.^2,11 Her Social Security Number was 225-30-3199.¹² She was born on December 23, 1927 at Bassett, Virginia.^1,2,12,11,4 As of April 14, 1949,her married name was Spencer.³ She married Clyde Eastel Spencer on April 14, 1949 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,7 Ruby Maxine Roberson died on February 12, 2010 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 82.^2,12,11 She Ruby Roberson Spencer, 82, of 1001 Jefferson Circle, Martinsville, died Friday, February 12, 2010 at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County. She was born in Bassett on December 23, 1927 to Willie Lewis Roberson and Bertha Aldridge Roberson. She was retired from DuPont in 1985, where she worked in the PT lab, was a member of Fuller Memorial Baptist Church and attended First Baptist Church of Ridgeway. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Spencer and her brother, Lynwood Doyle Roberson. Surviving are her sisters and brothers-in-law, Jamie A. Cutrell, of Columbia, N.C., Dina R. Vass and husband, Emmett, of Fancy Gap, Va. and Jackie R. Compton and husband, Fred R. Compton, of Martinsville; sisters-in-law, Zora Goode Roberson, Mabel E. Cooper and Earleen Lawless; nieces and nephews, Emily Lynn Collins, Tiffany Wigbels, Tara Compton, James Earl Cutrell, Mark Roberson and Steve Roberson; and several great-nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Roselawn Burial Park. on February 14, 2010.²

     Uldine Ethel "Dina" Roberson was buried at Webb-Skyview Cemetery, Fancy Gap, Carroll Co., Virginia.^10,4 She Uldine Ethel Vass, 82, of Fancy Gap, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at her home. Mrs. Vass was born in Bassett, VA to the late Willie Lewis & Bertha Aldridge Roberson. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Lynwood Doyle Roberson and a sister, Ruby Spencer. Survivors include her husband, William Emmett Vass of the home; daughter & son-in-law, Emily & John Collins of Hillsville; sisters, Jamie Cuttrell of Columbia, NC and Jackie Compton of Martinsville; granddaughters & spouses, Tracy & Matt Koski of Marysville, OH and Susan & Darin Byrd of Galax; and great grandchildren, Brittany Byrd, Dylan Koski, Noah Koski, and Nathan Koski. Burial will follow in the Webb-Skyview Cemetery.⁴ She was born on January 20, 1930 at Henry Co., Virginia.^3,10 As of November 3, 1951,her married name was Vass.³ She married William Emmett Vass on November 3, 1951 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,10,4 Uldine Ethel "Dina" Roberson died on July 26, 2012 at Fancy Gap, Carroll Co., Virginia, at age 82.^10,4,11

     Lynwood Doyle Roberson was buried at Roselawn Burial Park, 103 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, Virginia.^2,6,7 His Social Security Number was 223-36-8088.¹³ He married Zora Mae Goode.^1,2,3,6,7 Lynwood Doyle Roberson was born on July 4, 1931 at Henry Co., Virginia.^1,13,2,7,8,9 He died on July 20, 1973 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 42.^1,2,6,7,9 He Lynwood Doyle Roberson, 42, of 903 Liberty Street died Friday night at Martinsville Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Burial will be in Roselawn Abbey. Mr. Roberson was born in Henry County to Louis and Bertha Aldridge Roberson. He was employed by the Red Line Trucking Company. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Zora Mae Goode Roberson; two sons, Mark and Steve Roberson of the home; his parents of Bassett; four sisters, Mrs. Jackie Compton and Mrs. Ruby R. Spencer of Martinsville. Mrs. Dinah Vass of Fancy Gap and Mrs. Jamie Cuttrell of Fairfield, N.C. on July 22, 1973.⁶

     Rachel Jacqueline "Jackie" Roberson Rachel Jaqueline (Jackie) Compton, of Martinsville, Va., passed away Monday, August 26, 2019. She is survived by her husband, Fred R. Compton; two daughters, Tiffany and Tara Compton; and nieces and nephews. Jackie was born in Bassett, Va., March 23, 1940 to Willie Lewis Roberson and Bertha Aldridge Roberson. She was the youngest of four sisters and one brother. She graduated from Bassett High School and continued her education at RPI, now known as VCU in Richmond. Her adventurous spirit led her to become a selected flight attendant for Eastern Airlines, one of her proudest lifetime achievements. On November 7, 1964 she became the beautiful bride of Lieutenant Fred Compton and retired her wings to become Mrs. Jackie Compton. Jackie and Freddy journeyed through life together for 55 beautiful years. While raising her two girls, in 1975 Jackie embarked on a career path to become a Realtor, a profession she thoroughly enjoyed for a span of 30 years. She was a member of The Martinsville Garden Club, and loved sharing and teaching flower arranging to others. She was also a member of the Wednesday Book Club, was very involved with First Methodist Church, and was active in the Wesley Guild. One of her greatest passions was playing the pipe organ, a hobby she cultivated later in life. She was a substitute organist at Christ Episcopal, First United Methodist and Forrest Hills Presbyterian Churches. Jackie carried her charm and grace, her clever wit and her genuine love to all of the many lives she touched. Her deep and heartfelt concern for others was her hallmark, always there with a smile and words of encouragement. Her zest for life was infectious and she lived every minute of her life to its fullest. She was the best friend you could ever have, a loving wife, a nurturing and dedicated mother and most of all a beautiful unforgettable bright star whose light will shine in the hearts of all those who knew and loved her.⁴ She was born on March 23, 1940 at Bassett, Virginia.^1,4,5 As of November 7, 1964,her married name was Compton.³ She married Freddy Randall Compton on November 7, 1964 at Bassett, Virginia.^2,8,3,4 Rachel Jacqueline "Jackie" Roberson died on August 26, 2019 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 79.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 226-30-0880.² Clyde Eastel Spencer was buried at Roselawn Burial Park, 103 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, Virginia.^3,4 He Clyde E. Spencer, 78, of Martinsville, died Monday, March 10, 2008, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was born in Meherrin in Loudoun County on Aug. 21, 1929, to Jefferson Davis Spencer and Maggie Dollarhite Spencer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Myrtle S. Fain; and five brothers, Dewey Edwards, Murray Edwards, Raymond Edwards, Johnny Spencer and Charlie Spencer. He served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and received the Purple Heart and two Bronze Stars. He retired from Tultex, where he worked for many years as supervisor in the cutting room. He attended First Baptist Church in Ridgeway. Surviving are his wife, Ruby R. Spencer of the home; and one sister, Mabel E. Cooper of Martinsville. Burial will be in Roselawn Burial Park.³ He was born on August 21, 1929 at Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,5,6 He married Ruby Maxine Roberson, daughter of Willie Lewis Roberson and Bertha Clyde Aldridge, on April 14, 1949 at Henry Co., Virginia.^7,8,1,9 Clyde Eastel Spencer died on March 10, 2008 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 78.^2,3,4,5,10

     William Emmett Vass was buried at Webb-Skyview Cemetery, Fancy Gap, Carroll Co., Virginia.^3,5 He William Emmett Vass, 93, of Fancy Gap, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Trinity Mission of Hillsville. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Emily and John Collins of Hillsville; granddaughters and spouses, Tracy and Matt Koski of Marysville, OH and Susan and Darin Byrd of Galax; and great grandchildren, Brittany Byrd, Dylan Koski, Noah William Koski, and Nathan Koski. Mr. Vass was born in Carroll County to the late Peter L. and Sarah Inez Mitchell Vass. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Uldine Ethel (Dina) Vass and a brother, Horace Glade Vass. Mr. Vass proudly served in the US Army during WWII. He was a Corporal in the 741st Tank Battalion. Burial will follow in the Webb-Skyview Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the Hillsville V.F.W. Post 1115.⁵ His Social Security Number was 223-28-1577.⁹ He was born on May 26, 1920 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^2,3,6,7,9 He married Uldine Ethel "Dina" Roberson, daughter of Willie Lewis Roberson and Bertha Clyde Aldridge, on November 3, 1951 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^1,10,2,3,4 William Emmett Vass died on November 14, 2013 at Hillsville, Carroll Co., Virginia, at age 93.^3,5,9,8

     Zora Mae Goode married Lynwood Doyle Roberson, son of Willie Lewis Roberson and Bertha Clyde Aldridge.^1,2,3,4,7 Zora Mae Goode Zora Mae Roberson, 84, of Martinsville, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019. Born April 27, 1935, Zora was one of twelve children to the late Joseph and Della Mae Starkey Goode. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Clarice Cundiff, Vestie Bennett, Cathlene Allison, and Nora Beck; brothers, Willie, Pat, Edgar, Albert, Aubrey, and Raymond Goode. Left to cherish her memory include her sons, Stephen and Mark Roberson; granddaughters, Molly and Lindsay Roberson and their mother, Heidi; brother, Randy Goode; special niece, Linda Baxley; and longtime special friend, Ray Bullins. Zora will also be missed by a host of other relatives and friends. Zora was a member of Martinsville First United Methodist Church. She retired from DuPont, having worked as a Lab Technician. She was a lover of all food, especially home-made cakes and pies. She will be remembered for her family-famous deviled eggs. Zora was also a NASCAR fan with a special love and following of Bill Elliott. A graveside service will be conducted at Roselawn Burial Park's Alcove of Peace.⁵ She was buried at Roselawn Burial Park, 103 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, Virginia.⁵ Her married name was Roberson. She was born on April 26, 1935 at Bedford Co., Virginia; Her obituary has a birth date of Apr 27, 1935.^1,5,6 She died on June 20, 2019 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 84.⁵

     Mary Byar Yates was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,3,9 She was born on October 25, 1870 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,1,2,3,9 She married Robert Lee "Pa Dad" Conner, son of Jonathan Conner and Mahala Thrash, on April 25, 1889 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,1,3 As of April 25, 1889,her married name was Conner. Mary Byar Yates died on December 13, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 77.^1,2,3,9

     Mary Elizabeth Yates was born on July 1, 1853 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.¹ She died on September 25, 1861 at Patrick Co., Virginia, at age 8; Died of diphtheria.³

     Her Social Security Number was 224-18-7927.⁶ Vera Elsie Aldridge was buried at Floral Garden Memorial Park, 1730 English Road, High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina.³ She was born on July 22, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,3 As of circa 1918,her married name was LaPrade.⁷ She married Willie Lawrence LaPrade circa 1918.^1,8,7,3 Vera Elsie Aldridge died on March 29, 1978 at High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina, at age 77.^1,2,3