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     Her Social Security Number was 227-56-5699.³ Zona Gail Phillips was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² She was born on October 26, 1941 at Stollings, Logan Co., West Virginia.^3,1,2 As of July 1, 1960,her married name was Pleasants.² She married William Norbourne "Bill" Pleasants on July 1, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Zona Gail Phillips died on January 30, 1982 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 40.^3,2

     His Social Security Number was 224-24-7931.⁶ Arnold Bruce "Shorty" Slusher was buried at Laurel Branch Cemetery (aka Goodykoontz Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,5 He was born on January 6, 1923 at Campbell Co., Virginia.^7,6,2,3,4,5 He married Faye Aline Phillips, daughter of Lumie Clyde Phillips and Arlie Ada Poff, on August 17, 1946 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,1,8,5 Arnold Bruce "Shorty" Slusher died on March 2, 2002 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 79.^6,1,4,5 He SLUSHER, Arnold Bruce, (Shorty), 79, of Floyd, passed from this life on Saturday, March 2, 2002, at his home. He was a World War II Veteran, a deacon at Laurel Branch Church of the Brethren, founder of the Gospel Lights gospel music group, member of the Over the Hill Gang music group, which played in several local churches and nursing homes. He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Phillips Slusher. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Betty Slusher, Michael and Kay Slusher; one daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Roger Tankersley; three grandsons, Jeremiah Slusher, Jesse Slusher, and Zachary Tankersley; one great-granddaughter, Victoria Slusher; seven stepgreat-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Price and Ruth Slusher; sister and brother-in-law, Glenna and Wilbur Weddle; sister, Joann Overstreet; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John Richard and Flo Phillips; sisters-in-law, Bobbie Slusher, Myrtle Slusher, and Dana Slusher. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2002, at Laurel Branch Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Stanley Hawkins and the Rev. Marvin Hiner officiating. Burial will be in Laurel Branch Cemetery with Military Rites by Floyd V.F.W. Post #7854. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Maberry Funeral Home. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Laurel Branch Church or The American Cancer Society. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Barry and staff and to Good Shepherd Hospice. on March 4, 2002.¹

     William Norbourne "Bill" Pleasants was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ He was born on July 3, 1937 at Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^2,3,7 He married Zona Gail Phillips, daughter of Lumie Clyde Phillips and Arlie Ada Poff, on July 1, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 William Norbourne "Bill" Pleasants married Mary Lee Willis, daughter of Earnest Calvin Willis and Gertrude Irene Wilson, on May 23, 1985 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,5,6,8,9,2 William Norbourne "Bill" Pleasants died on November 25, 2019 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 82.³ He On Monday afternoon, November 25, 2019, William Norbourne (Bill) Pleasants, 82, of Roanoke, Va., left his earthly home and entered his Heavenly home to join loved ones who have gone before him. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. Bill will be sorely missed! Born on July 3, 1937, in Covington, Va., he moved to Roanoke at an early age. As a youngster, Bill was a Boy Scout and also delivered newspapers. He was a graduate of Jefferson High School. Shortly after graduation, Bill served as a member of the National Guard for six years and was discharged in 1966. For most of his career he worked in sales, initially in office supplies. Bill then changed to hardware sales, retiring after almost 35 years from Brambleton Hardware, now Ace Hardware. He enjoyed his customers and coworkers, leading him to defer full retirement until age 80 ½! His customers thought just as highly of him as he did of them!!! A family man, Bill always put the needs of his family first and foremost. He loved spending time with everyone at birthday celebrations and holiday occasions and any other opportunities that came about. The little ones were the apple of his eye and they loved their Paw Paw! Crockett Springs Methodist Church in Shawsville welcomed Bill as a member many years ago. He remained active as long as his health permitted. Bill was an avid reader of Civil War and World War II history. He was also a sports enthusiast, including Richard Petty and his #43 car, The Boston Red Sox, and the Washington Redskins. He was also a loyal Virginia Tech Hokie! Surviving Bill is his loving family including his wife, Mary W. Pleasants; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon L. and John E. Michaels; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Crystal L. and Jimmy; great-grandchildren, Aria Z., P. Jayden and E. Lucas Noel; stepdaughters and stepson, Margaret Sisson, Melissa Foster and Tim Foster; sister, Faye Pleasants; and many other relative and friends. Bill was predeceased by his father, John W. Pleasants; mother, Myrle Pleasants Bush; stepfather, Lewis O. Bush; wife, Zona P. Pleasants; son, James W. Pleasants; brothers, Willard E. Shearin and Robert T. Pleasants; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The Funeral Service will be conducted at noon on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. on November 29, 2019.³

     Charles G. Poff was buried at Poff Cemetery (also known as Keith Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He died on November 13, 1907 at Virginia. He was born on November 13, 1907 at Virginia.

     Billy Clyde Weeks was buried at Willis Cemetery, atop a hill on south side of Rt. 772, Floyd Co., Virginia.² He was born on January 29, 1941 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² He married Annette Lea Poff, daughter of Henry Flemon Poff and Iris Emma Dickerson, on June 20, 1959 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 Billy Clyde Weeks died on April 26, 2006 at Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 65.² He Billy Clyde Weeks, 65, of Willis, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at his home. He was born January 29, 1941 in Floyd County, Virginia, son of the late Elbert Julian and Minnie Hylton Weeks. He was also predeceased by his brother, James Elbert Weeks and a young brother, Henry. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Annette Poff Weeks; son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Dina Weeks; daughter and son-in-law, June and Danny Sutphin; three grandsons, Dylan, Logan, and Devan Weeks; three sisters and brother-in-law, Alberta Weeks, Pauline Repass, Peggy and Bobby Howell; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Albert and Janet Weeks, Johnny and Sue Weeks, and Ruth Weeks. Billy worked for many years at Skyline Ford, and he also enjoyed working with his brothers at Floyd Tire Center. When his illness forced an early retirement, he continued his love of woodcrafting and made several acoustic instruments through which the music of his spirit will linger on. He lived with a quiet strength and unselfishly gave of his time and talents to those he loved. A special thanks to Dr. Marcia Harris who helped Billy to fight his lengthy illness on his own terms. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, April 29, 2006 at Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Phillip Bouknight and Pastor Roy Turpin officiating. Burial will follow in Willis Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, April 28, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Maberry Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice.
on April 28, 2006.²

     Curtis Eugene Poff was born on July 14, 1931 at Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He died on December 16, 1944 at Elon, Amherst Co., Virginia, at age 13.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 268-30-9893.⁷ Dorothy Kathyrn Hill was buried at Northlawn Memorial Gardens, Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.⁸ Her married name was Gamboa.² She married Raymond Gamboa.² Dorothy Kathyrn Hill was born on January 12, 1934 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.^7,1,2,3,4 As of May 11, 1951,her married name was Hartzell.⁴ She married Delzie LeClaire Hartzell on May 11, 1951 at Summit Co., Ohio.^8,2 Dorothy Kathyrn Hill and Raymond Gamboa were divorced on August 31, 1973 at Maricopa Co., Arizona.² As of December 21, 1974,her married name was Richards.² Dorothy Kathyrn Hill married Robert Lee Richards on December 21, 1974 at Summit Co., Ohio.² Dorothy Kathyrn Hill died on January 18, 1996 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio, at age 62.^7,1,8 She Dorothy K. Hartzell, 62, died Thursday, Jan. 18, 1996. An Akron native, Mrs. Hartzell was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delzie, and son, David. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Laurie and Jerry Simms of Akron; sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Rhonda of Akron, Michael and Teri of Nevada, and Barbara of Montana; sisters, Betty Gordon, Nancy Nofsinger, Renie Thomas, and Mary Hill; brothers, Jack Hill, John Hill, and Ted Hill, all of Akron; and nine grandchildren. Dr. Charles Billington will officiate at funeral services at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Akron Baptist Temple, 2324 Manchester Rd. Interment at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the family in care of the funeral home. (Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr, Grant Street, 253-8121.) on January 19, 1996.⁸

     His Social Security Number was 280-28-3324.¹ Carl Jackson "Jack" Hill was buried at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Medina Co., Ohio.⁴ He was born on February 20, 1936 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.^1,7,3,8,9 He married Pansie Mae Cadle on December 24, 1959 at Summit Co., Ohio.³ Carl Jackson "Jack" Hill and Pansie Mae Cadle were divorced on September 7, 1967 at Summit Co., Ohio.¹⁰ Carl Jackson "Jack" Hill died on November 16, 2007 at Ohio at age 71.^1,2,7,9 He Carl J. Hill (Jack), 71, went home to be with the Lord Friday, Nov. 16, 2007. He was born in Virginia. Jack retired from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. where he received the Carnegie Medal. He was a veteran of the Air Force serving during the Korean War. He loved to play Bingo. Jack is survived by three loving daughters, Rhonda Hill, Mishan Hill, Tava Clegg; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. on November 25, 2007.²

     His Social Security Number was 300-22-8113.⁵ Delzie LeClaire Hartzell was born on July 11, 1929 at Los Angeles Co., California.^5,3,4 He married Dorothy Kathyrn Hill, daughter of Theodore Benjamin Hill Sr. and Laura Rachel Poff, on May 11, 1951 at Summit Co., Ohio.^1,6 Delzie LeClaire Hartzell died on August 8, 1970 at Cuyahoga Falls, Summit Co., Ohio, at age 41.²

     Russell B. "Russ" Nofsinger was born on February 8, 1940 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.^2,1 He married Nancy Carol Hill, daughter of Theodore Benjamin Hill Sr. and Laura Rachel Poff, circa 1977.¹ Russell B. "Russ" Nofsinger and Nancy Carol Hill were divorced on March 19, 1992 at Summit Co., Ohio.³ Russell B. "Russ" Nofsinger died on April 5, 2020 at Hartville, Stark Co., Ohio, at age 80.¹ He Russell Nofsinger, 80, of Hartville died peacefully April 5th after a long battle with Parkinson’s. Russ was born in Akron, Ohio and attended South High School. Russ was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a cabinet builder. Russ was preceded death by his father and mother, William and Gertrude Noffsinger; sister, Nancy Giorvas and brother-in-law, John Giorvas; Geraldine Fuchs, and brother, Ronnie Noffsinger. He is survived by wife of 43 years, Nancy; sister, Julie (Drew) Walker, and brother-in law, Don Fuchs. He is also survived by daughter, Natalie Nunez of Richmond, VA; son, Josh Nofsinger of Tampa, FL; stepson, Jon (Claudia) Hill of Cortland Ohio; grandchildren, Zane, Molly, Evan, and Sage, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. on April 12, 2020.¹

     Julianna Criner was born circa 1824 at Giles Co., Virginia.¹ She married William York "Yorkie" Elmore, son of James Elmore and Camilla "Milley" "Milla" Gant, on October 6, 1856 at Giles Co., Virginia.¹ As of October 6, 1856,her married name was Elmore. Julianna Criner died on June 16, 1859 at Craig Co., Virginia; Died of flux.^2,3