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     His Social Security Number was 228-30-6924.¹³ Harold Roger Simpson Sr. was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia.⁷ He was born on August 23, 1929 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{13,14,9,2,4,5} He married Juanita June Martin on April 24, 1954 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.⁵ Harold Roger Simpson Sr. and Juanita June Martin were divorced on January 17, 1975 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Harold Roger Simpson Sr. married Elizabeth Anne Gross on June 7, 1975 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Harold Roger Simpson Sr. and Elizabeth Anne Gross were divorced on October 1, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ Harold Roger Simpson Sr. died on October 5, 1997 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 68.^13,7,14,3 He SIMPSON, Harold R. Sr., 68, of Roanoke, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 1997. He was preceded in death by his father, Meredith Ruben; and mother, Bessie Shockey Simpson. He was a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, having served one tour of duty in the Korean Conflict and two tours of duty in Vietnam. Among his numerous decorations were the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and two Air Force Commendation Medals. He will be deeply missed by surviving family, son and daughter-in-law, Harold Roger Jr. and Brenda Kay Simpson; son, Ricky David Simpson; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Key and James Donald Brown; daughter, Kelly Michelle Manning; brother, Lewis M. Simpson; sisters, Dorothy Marie George and Peggy Simpson Atkins; nine grandchildren, Brock, Michelle, Angie, T.J., Justin, Steven, Rikki, Brett, and Chessa. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. on October 8, 1997.⁷

     Lewis Moyer Simpson was born on February 20, 1928 at Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4

     Dorothy Marie Simpson Dorothy "Dot" Simpson George, Aug 16, 1934 - Jun 5, 2022, Dorothy Marie "Dot" George, 87, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022. She is survived by her son, Larry Robinson; daughter, Penny Robinson; her son from another mother, Howard Dickerson; four grandchildren, James Schramm, Jason Robinson, Bayli Price, and Zac Price; and four treasured great-grandchildren. Dot was predeceased by her husband, Philip George; brother, Harold Simpson; sister, Peggy Atkins; father, Pop Simpson; mother, Bessie Shockey; step-mother, Verbena Simpson; grandson, Alex Robinson; and beloved service dog, Ginger. Interment to follow in St. Andrew's Cemetery.⁹ She was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^9,11 Her married name was George.⁹ She married Philip Joseph George Sr.⁹ Dorothy Marie Simpson was born on August 16, 1934 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,9,11 As of December 23, 1953,her married name was Robinson.¹² She married Fred William Robinson Jr. on December 23, 1953 at York, York Co., South Carolina.⁴ Dorothy Marie Simpson and Fred William Robinson Jr. were divorced on March 17, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ As of September 12, 1998,her married name was Richards.¹³ Dorothy Marie Simpson married Jay Delbert Richards on September 12, 1998 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹³ Dorothy Marie Simpson and Jay Delbert Richards were divorced on May 22, 2001 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ Dorothy Marie Simpson died on June 5, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 87.^9,11

     Peggy Ann Simpson was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on January 23, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,6 As of July 2, 1956,her married name was Wooldridge.³ She married Carlton Ernest Wooldridge on July 2, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Peggy Ann Simpson and Carlton Ernest Wooldridge were divorced on July 8, 1963 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ As of August 10, 1963,her married name was Atkins.³ Peggy Ann Simpson married George Durward Atkins on August 10, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6,10 Peggy Ann Simpson died on July 25, 2021 at Virginia at age 85.⁶ She Peggy Atkins, 85, of Vinton, Va., was born on January 23, 1936, and went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, George D. Atkins; her son, Ernie Wooldridge; her sister, Virginia Agnew; her brother, Harold Simpson; and her parents, Rachel King, Irving King, Meredith Simpson, and Bessie Simpson. After graduating from Jefferson High School, Peggy attended and graduated from business college. She worked and was on the board at Atkins Plumbing and Heating in Roanoke, Virginia; worked at Oak Hall Cap and Gown; worked for the census bureau; at Kroger, Friendship Manor, and at Jones Welding. Peggy also cared for her handicapped son, Ernie, until his death and for her sick husband, George. She was the person we all aspired to be and looked up to. Peggy attended First Church of the Nazarene in her younger days and later Foursquare Evangel, Word of Life Church and Maranatha Church. She will be sadly missed by her survivors. Peggy is survived by her two daughters, Sherry Sisson (Tom Sisson), and Regina Crigger (Jeff Wallace); grandson, Christopher McGhee; granddaughter, Chelsea Larson (Nick); as well as a great-grandson, Milo Larson; and her sister, Dot George. A Graveside Service will be conducted at Sherwood Memorial Park. on July 27, 2021.⁶

     Philip Joseph George Sr. married Dorothy Marie Simpson, daughter of Meredith Ruben Simpson and Lula Bessie Shockey.¹ His Social Security Number was 223-28-0159.⁴ Philip Joseph George Sr. was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,5 He was born on September 10, 1916 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4,6 He died on December 30, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.^2,3,4,7,5 He Philip Joseph George, Sr., age 73, of 3327 Heywood Ave., S.W., died Saturday in a Roanoke hospital. Surviving are, his wife, Dorothy M. George; children, Philip J. George, Jr., Vinton; Larry Robinson of California; Diana Anderson, Roanoke; Sandra McLamara, Boca Raton, Fla; Phyllis Parker, Roanoke; Penny Myers, Roanoke; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brothers, James George, George George, Lewis George, Herbert George, all of Roanoke; Easter George and Sam George of California; sister, Mrs. Margaret Blanton, Roanoke. Entombment will be in St. Andrew's Cemetery. on December 31, 1989.⁵

     George Durward Atkins was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 228-30-7814.⁵ He was born on August 3, 1930 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,2,4,6 He married Peggy Ann Simpson, daughter of Meredith Ruben Simpson and Lula Bessie Shockey, on August 10, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,7,3 George Durward Atkins died on September 5, 1987 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 57.^5,2,3,6 He George Durward Atkins, age 57, of Vinton, died Saturday, September 5, 1987. He was President of the Atkins Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Incorporated until his retirement. Mr. Atkins was a member of the Word of Life Church of Salem. Surviving are his wife, Peggy Simpson Atkins; two daughters, Sherry W. Burkholder, Regina A. McGhee, both of Vinton; son, C. Ernie Wooldridge, Vinton; grandson, Christopher George McGhee; sister, Louise Latham, Roanoke; four brothers, Warren Atkins, Roanoke; Bruce Atkins, Hardy; Carroll Atkins, Greenville, S.C; Donald Atkins. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on September 7, 1987.³

     Ricky David Simpson was born on November 8, 1959 at Lubbock Co., Texas.^2,5 He married Denise Dawn Woodson on August 21, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Ricky David Simpson and Denise Dawn Woodson were divorced on April 10, 1996 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Ricky David Simpson died on March 20, 2016 at Virginia at age 56.⁴ He Ricky David Simpson - Ricky went to the Lord on Sunday, March 20, 2016. He is survived by two sons, Justin Simpson and Steven Woodson; three grandchildren; brother, Harold R. Simpson Jr; sisters, Linda Brown and Kelly Manning; brother-in-law and best friend, Don Brown; and many nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed. No more suffering Big Bro! Fly high with those wings. We love you. on April 8, 2016.⁴

     Linda Kay Simpson was born on May 20, 1961 at New Mexico.^2,3 As of November 29, 1980,her married name was Brown.² She married James Donald Brown on November 29, 1980 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Linda Kay Simpson died on November 6, 2023 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 62.³ She Linda Simpson Brown, May 20, 1961 - November 6, 2023. Linda Simpson Brown, 62, of Roanoke passed away on November 6, 2023 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. A native of New Mexico she was the wife of 42 years to James Donald Brown, who survives, and the daughter of Harold Roger Simpson and Juanita June Martin Simpson, both deceased. Linda worked as a Nurses Aid for many years. She enjoyed watching football, especially the New York Giants and Jets. In addition to her husband those left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Michelle Brown and Crystal Whorley and husband Randy; six grandchildren, James, Sage, Seth, Taylor, Ryan, and Ava; two great grandchildren, Leilani and Indica; her sister, Kelly Manning; and her brother, Roger Simpson. on November 12, 2023.³

     Melissa Maye/Mae Keaton was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,3 She COPPER HILL - Mrs. Melissa Mae Keaton Hollins. 92, died Thursday in a Salem hospital. Surviving are her husband, Oakley Leek Hollins, Friendship Manor, Roanoke; two daughters, Mrs. E. C. (Malicia) Shaver, and Mrs. G. W. (Elta) Wilson; stepdaughter, Mrs. Frank (Ruby) Henry, all of Copper Hill; three sons, Astor C. Hollins, Sr., Goodview; Ewert Hollins, Greensboro, N.C; Orel Hollins, Hillsboro, N.C; stepson, Oakley R. Hollins, Roanoke; 15 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren, 1 great-greatgrandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Inez Banks, Eugene, Ore; Mrs. Daisy Mayo, Sacramento, Calif. Funeral will be Sunday 2:00 p.m. at Salem Church (Head of the River) with Elder Hale Terry and the Rev. Paris Bain officiating with interment in Restvale Cemetery. The family will receive friends 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Saturday at Wood Funeral Home, Floyd.³ She was born on July 18, 1893 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,2,4 As of after February 18, 1918,her married name was Hollins. She married Oakley Leek Hollins, son of Jesse Benjamin Hollins and Matilda Ann Hall, after February 18, 1918 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 Melissa Maye/Mae Keaton died on December 26, 1985 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 92.^7,3,4

     His Social Security Number was 554-20-3701.¹ Jesse Jackson "Jack" Keaton Sr. was buried at Mount Vernon Memorial Park, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, Sacramento Co., California.⁸ He was born on November 3, 1894 at Virginia.^1,3 He married Mildred Chamberlain circa 1922.^2,9,4 Jesse Jackson "Jack" Keaton Sr. died on January 28, 1984 at Sacramento Co., California, at age 89.¹

     Royal Isaac "Roy" Keaton was born on June 30, 1896 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He married Mary Heninger on July 2, 1924 at Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho.^2,3,4 Royal Isaac "Roy" Keaton died on November 12, 1926 at Portland, Multnomah Co., Oregon, at age 30; The death record says Royal J. Keaton.⁸

     His Social Security Number was 504-03-8993.⁹ Louis Bryan Keaton was buried at Rest Lawn Memorial Park, Junction City, Lane Co., Oregon.⁴ He was born on March 22, 1898 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^10,7,9,3,4,6 He married Winnie Karen Chamberlain on December 19, 1924 at Brule Co., South Dakota.⁵ Louis Bryan Keaton died on December 11, 1975 at Lane Co., Oregon, at age 77.^10,4

     Noah Hiram Keaton was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁶ His Social Security Number was 719-03-5696.⁷ He was born on February 10, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,7,1,2,3 He married Minnie E. Craghead, daughter of William Hayden "Hade" Craghead and Louisa Mary Walton, circa 1921.^6,8,2,3 Noah Hiram Keaton died on April 23, 1979 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 79.^6,2

     Her Social Security Number was 545-05-8108.¹ Etta Gaye Keaton was buried at East Lawn Elk Grove Memorial Park, 9189 East Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, Sacramento Co., California.⁷ She was born on July 18, 1901 at Virginia.¹ As of November, 1929,her married name was Sheets.⁴ She married Clarence H. Sheets in November, 1929 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., California.⁴ Etta Gaye Keaton died on April 1, 1979 at Sacramento Co., California, at age 77.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 564-05-1887.⁵ Eunice Eliza Keaton was born on July 15, 1903 at Virginia.⁵ As of circa 1921,her married name was Piersall.⁶ She married Ray Piersall circa 1921.^6,1,2 Eunice Eliza Keaton died on September 28, 1983 at Humboldt Co., California, at age 80.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 545-05-6780.⁵ Daisy Lou Keaton married Joseph M. "Joe" Mayo.^1,2 Her married name was Mayo. Daisy Lou Keaton was born on February 4, 1905 at Virginia.⁵ She died on August 26, 1996 at San Diego Co., California, at age 91.⁵

     Inez Laverne Keaton was buried at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Eugene, Lane Co., Oregon.⁷ Her Social Security Number was 549-30-3833.⁸ She was born on October 4, 1906 at Virginia.^8,1 As of circa 1928,her married name was Banks.⁹ She married James F. Banks on April 20, 1929 at Alexandria, Hanson Co., South Dakota.^9,2,3,4 Inez Laverne Keaton died on October 8, 1992 at Lane Co., Oregon, at age 86.^1,8

     Harry Shelburn Keaton Sr. was buried at Memorial Park Cemetery, Dalhart, Dallam Co., Texas.² His Social Security Number was 451-01-1411.⁸ He married Juanita Sue Evans.^6,7,9 Harry Shelburn Keaton Sr. was born on November 18, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,8,2 He died on October 16, 1982 at Dalhart, Hartley Co., Texas, at age 72.^1,2

     Her married name was Ermer.³ Her married name was Kuhfal.³ Her Social Security Number was 231-32-7038.¹⁰ Gladys Lillian Hale was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,11 Her married name was Furrow.¹ Her married name was Rhodes.³ She married Charles Elwood Lamb Sr.¹ Gladys Lillian Hale married Unknown Furrow.¹ Gladys Lillian Hale married Unknown Rhodes.³ Gladys Lillian Hale married Unknown Ermer.³ Gladys Lillian Hale married Unknown Kuhfal.³ Her married name was Lamb. Gladys Lillian Hale was born on August 19, 1928 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^10,2,3,11 She and Unknown Furrow were divorced before April, 1950.⁸ Gladys Lillian Hale died on March 12, 2002 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.^1,10,12,11 She LAMB, Gladys Lillian Hale, 73, of Roanoke, died Tuesday, March 12, 2002. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Lamb, Sr., her parents, Dora and Hampton Hale, a son, Charles E. Lamb, Jr., and a brother, Hampton Hale, Jr. Surviving are her children, Barry Wayne Furrow and wife, Charlene, Susan L. Martin and husband, Michael, Charlotte L. Lamb, and Robert W. Lamb and wife, Sherrie; brothers and sisters, Lois H. Wood, Joan H. Nichols and husband, Hubert, Joyce H. McGuigan and husband, Mike, Gloria H. Campbell and devoted friend, Landon Gill, Douglas Alvin Hale; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; an aunt, Jenny Dickerson. Interment will follow in Restvale Cemetery, Floyd County. on March 13, 2002.¹

     Charles Elwood Lamb Sr. married Gladys Lillian Hale, daughter of Hampton P. Hale and Dora Dean Pruitt.¹ His Social Security Number was 577-42-9484.⁵ Charles Elwood Lamb Sr. was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on April 23, 1933 at Orange Co., Virginia.^5,2,3,4 He died on April 2, 1985 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 51.^2,4

     Malcolm Riley Carter was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,3,7 His Social Security Number was 223-28-5278.⁴ He was born on February 7, 1928 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,6,3,4,5 He married Rachel Frances Amos, daughter of Thomas Elbert Amos and Maye Louise Simpson, on January 30, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Malcolm Riley Carter and Rachel Frances Amos were divorced on July 14, 1971 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Malcolm Riley Carter died on July 18, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 49.^6,3,4,8,7 He Malcolm R. Carter, of Rt. 1, Vinton, died Monday morning at his home. Surviving are one son, Glenn Allen Carter, Roanoke; his mother, Mrs. Bertha Wright Carter, Vinton; one sister, Mrs. Lavonia S. Lawhorn, Vinton; one brother, Billy L. Carter, Jacksonville, Fla. Interment in Mt. View Cemetery. on July 19, 1977.⁷

     His Social Security Number was 224-64-3863.⁶ Glenn Allen Carter was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 He was born on November 5, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,6 He married Karen Diane Lee on August 29, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 Glenn Allen Carter died on March 28, 2005 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 47.^2,3,6,7 He Glenn Allen Carter, 47, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord, Monday, March 28, 2005. He was a member of Clearbrook Baptist Church and was employed by Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 100 with 29 years of service. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Malcolm Carter and Rachel Carter; his grandparents, Crawford and Louise Craighead, Lewis and Bertha Carter; and an uncle, Billy Carter. Surviving are his wife of 28 years, Karen Lee Carter; a daughter, Erica Lee Carter, of the home; two aunts, Lavonia Lawhorn, Vinton, Bernice Carter, Roanoke; several cousins, Leanne Fralin, Linda Carter, Bobby Johnson, Peggy Atkins, Ginny Mae Agnew and Ernie Wooldridge; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Norma Lee, Roanoke; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ricky and Debbie Lee, Greg and Kelly Lee, Debbie and Domenie Castellane; eight nephews; two nieces; and one great-nephew. Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery. on March 29, 2005.²

     Randall Wayne "Randy" Agnew was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 231-64-7796.¹² He was born on April 14, 1948 at Portsmouth, Virginia.^1,12,4,5,8,6 He married Linda Lynn Brooks on March 15, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5 Randall Wayne "Randy" Agnew and Linda Lynn Brooks were divorced on June 8, 1993 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ Randall Wayne "Randy" Agnew married Karen Denise Wingate on June 30, 1993 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,5 Randall Wayne "Randy" Agnew died on May 24, 1999 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 51.^1,12,7 He AGNEW, Randall Wayne, ("Randy"), 51, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Monday afternoon, May 24, 1999. He was a long-time member of First Church of the Nazarene, where he was a former Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School Superintendent and Church Board Member. Mr. Agnew was an electrical engineer for American Electric Power with over twenty-five years service. He was a graduate of Jefferson High School and Virginia Tech. Randy was a coach of Vinton Dixie Youth Baseball, touching many lives through T-Ball, Pee Wee and Little League Baseball. Randy was an avid golfer, belonging to Blue Hills Golf Club. Mr. Agnew was a loving husband and father. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Irving and Rachel King, Jabe and Beatrice Agnew. Randy leaves as loving family, his wife, of six years, Karen Wingate Agnew; a daughter and son-in-law, Nikki Agnew Attig and Jared Attig of Nashville, Tenn; two sons, Todd Wayne Agnew, Joshua Ryan Agnew; his father and mother, Irvin S. Agnew and Virginia King Agnew; a stepson, Joseph Matthew Walters; two stepdaughters, Melanie Kristen Walters, Maura Alexandra Walters all of Roanoke; a sister and brother-in-law, Connie and Ken Gray of Dallas, Ga; a brother and sister-in-law, Barry and Elizabeth Agnew of Roanoke; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joe and Imogene Wingate of Salem; four nephews, two nieces, a great-nephew, a great-niece, an aunt, Mrs. Carl "Turk" (Eleanor) Peverall of Winston Salem, N.C., and a close friend, Wallace Jamison of Roanoke. Interment will follow in Sherwood Burial Park, where Randy will be laid to rest beside his granddaddy King. on May 26, 1999.²