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     Shirley Jean Collier was buried at Saint Joseph Cemetery, Aurora, Kane Co., Illinois.⁵ Her Social Security Number was 348-30-8680.¹ Her married name was Seidelman.⁶ She married Donald F. Seidelman Sr.⁶ Shirley Jean Collier was born on August 24, 1936 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 She died on July 25, 1978 at Illinois at age 41.^7,8

     Ott Jackson "Ottie" Elmore was buried at West View Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^4,7 He was born on January 17, 1875 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 He married Laura Lee Craft, daughter of John Spencer Craft and Sarah "Sally" Elmore, on July 1, 1895 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,4 Ott Jackson "Ottie" Elmore died on November 18, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 79.^8,4,7

     Annie Muriel DeWitt was buried at Stonewall Cemetery, 4382 Route 221 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,8,2 Her Social Security Number was 229-60-7315.⁹ She was born on June 10, 1904 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{9,1,2,8,4,5,6,7} She married Valentine Thrash Strickler, son of Samuel Homer Strickler and Harriett Elizabeth Conner, on March 11, 1947 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{10,1,2,8,5,11} As of March 11, 1947,her married name was Strickler. As of October 30, 1962,her married name was Murray.¹² Annie Muriel DeWitt married Charles Lafayette Murray on October 30, 1962 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.¹² Annie Muriel DeWitt died on December 6, 1998 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 94.^9,2 She MURRAY, Muriel Dewitt Strickler, 94, of Check passed away Sunday, December 6, 1998 at the Lewis Gale Medical Center. Born June 10, 1904 she was the daughter of the late Samuel Zachariah and Maggie Vest DeWitt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by both her husbands, V.T. Strickler and Charles L. Murray, five brothers and two sisters. She is survived by two sisters, Daisy D. Thomas of Floyd and Kate P. DeWitt of Copper Hill. Several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. She had lived in Tazewell County for about forty years before retiring to Floyd County in 1982 and had just recently become a resident of Skyline Manor Nursing Home in Floyd. A graveside service will be at the Stonewall Cemetery. on December 8, 1998.²

     Samuel Zachariah "S. Z." DeWitt was buried at Stonewall Cemetery, 4382 Route 221 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 He was born on October 8, 1875 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,5,4 He married Maggie Florence Vest, daughter of Charles David Vest and Margaret Ellen Hoback, on December 21, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,1,6,2,3 Samuel Zachariah "S. Z." DeWitt died on August 13, 1958 at age 82.^1,2

     Maggie Florence Vest was buried at Stonewall Cemetery, 4382 Route 221 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 She was born on July 2, 1876 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5,1,2 She married Samuel Zachariah "S. Z." DeWitt, son of Thomas Keen DeWitt and Sarah Rosabelle Strickler, on December 21, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,4,5,2 As of December 21, 1899,her married name was DeWitt. Maggie Florence Vest died on February 22, 1975 at Virginia at age 98.^3,4,5 She Mrs. Maggie Vest DeWitt age 98, died Saturday, Feb. 22, 1975. She was the widow of S. Zack DeWitt. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Muriel Murray, North Tazwell; Mrs Fannie Hall, Stanton; Mrs Daisy Thomas, Floyd; Miss Kate Dewitt, Copper Hill; Mrs. Virvinia Dare Wyrick, Pocahontas; three sons, Charles K. DeWitt and Roscoe W. DeWitt, both of Copper Hill; Lewis C. Dewitt, Stanton; also 10 grandchildren and 12 great grand children. Funeral services were Monday Feb. 24, 1975 at 3 pm at Wood Funeral Home with the Rev. Frank Wimmer and The Rev. Archie Naff officiating with interment in the Stonewall Church Cemetery. on February 27, 1975.⁴

     Pauline Audrey Akers was buried at Stonewall Cemetery, 4382 Route 221 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,6 She was born on February 20, 1902 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ She married Wallace Carroll King, son of Peter Morris King and Sarah Cynthia Vest, on June 1, 1922 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^1,2,6,3 As of June 1, 1922,her married name was King. Pauline Audrey Akers died on July 21, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 38.¹

     Cassie Ann Walton was buried at Walton Cemetery, Pee Wee Drive, S. E., Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on November 19, 1901 at Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 She married Lewis Arthur Austin Sr., son of William Thomas "Bill" Austin and Lucy Olivia Byrd, on November 20, 1932 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,3 As of November 20, 1932,her married name was Austin. Cassie Ann Walton died on August 17, 1964 at Norfolk, Virginia, at age 62.^1,2,3

     Lewis Arthur Austin Sr. was buried at Walton Cemetery, Pee Wee Drive, S. E., Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5 He was born on June 6, 1896 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,5 He married Cassie Ann Walton, daughter of Lewis Napolean Walton and Melvina Elizabeth Poff, on November 20, 1932 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,5 Lewis Arthur Austin Sr. died on February 17, 1966 at Norfolk, Virginia, at age 69.^1,5

     Ruth Mary Walton was buried at Walton Cemetery, Pee Wee Drive, S. E., Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5 Her Social Security Number was 577-07-6226.⁶ She was born on April 14, 1896 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,5 As of May 27, 1939,her married name was Tubman.⁷ She married Dr. James Richard Tubman on May 27, 1939 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,5,7 Ruth Mary Walton died on July 6, 1983 at Norfolk, Virginia, at age 87.^1,8,5

     Dr. James Richard Tubman was buried at Glenwood Cemetery, Washington, D.C..⁴ He was born on March 31, 1867 at Alexandria Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Ruth Mary Walton, daughter of Lewis Napolean Walton and Melvina Elizabeth Poff, on May 27, 1939 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,5,6 Dr. James Richard Tubman died on February 17, 1947 at age 79.⁴

     Lizzie Lou Brizendine was buried at West View Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,6 She was born on October 20, 1899 at Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2 She married Oney Raymond Brizendine, son of Lee A. "Andy" Brizendine and Sallie M. "May" Welch, on April 28, 1920 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^2,1,5 Lizzie Lou Brizendine died on February 3, 1972 at age 72.¹

     Bertha Alice Board was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 Her Social Security Number was 226-92-8557.⁵ She was born on July 22, 1895 at Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5,2 She married Albert Taw Perdue, son of John William Perdue and Octavia Docia Carr, on February 11, 1915 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,6,1,3,7 As of February 11, 1915,her married name was Perdue. Bertha Alice Board died on August 29, 2001 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 106.^3,5 She Bertha A. Board Perdue was welcomed into her eternal home on August 29, 2001 at the age of 106. Born in Check on July 22, 1895, she was the oldest and last surviving of eight children born to David H. and Lucy (Vest) Board. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years, Albert Taw and two sons, Alvin V. Perdue and Ernest C. Perdue. She is survived by: one daughter, Louise P. Ragland of Richmond; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ellis E. and Helen Perdue of Roanoke, Carl L. and Mavis Perdue of Sandston; 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great grandchildren and nine step-grandchildren. In addition, a very devoted and caring friend, Shirley Brookman. A devoted Christian, she was a member of Ninth Street Church of the Brethren for more than 70 years. Internment was in Cedar Lawn Cemetery. on September 6, 2001.³

     His Social Security Number was 230-09-8977.¹⁵ Alvis Vernon Perdue was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^1,16,5 He was born on January 16, 1916 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^{15,16,2,3,4,5,7} He married Willie Frances Anderson on June 26, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^17,2 Alvis Vernon Perdue and Willie Frances Anderson were divorced on August 16, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ Alvis Vernon Perdue married Virginia Imogene "Jean" Walters on July 18, 1950 at Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia.² Alvis Vernon Perdue died on March 28, 1992 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 76.^15,1,16,5 He Alvis Vernon Perdue, age 76 of Roanoke, died Saturday in a Salem hospital. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Imogene Perdue; two sons and three daughters; his mother, Bertha A. Perdue of Roanoke; two brothers, Ellis E. Perdue of Roanoke; Louis C. Perdue of Richmond; one sister, Mrs. Louise P. Ragland of Richmond; six grandchildren. Graveside service will be held at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on March 30, 1992.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-14-7861.¹¹ Ernest Clifton Perdue was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 He was born on September 27, 1921 at Virginia.^11,2,3,5 He married Dorothy Lee Zimmerman on March 12, 1949 at Jeffersonville, Clark Co., Indiana.^12,3,4 Ernest Clifton Perdue and Dorothy Lee Zimmerman were divorced on January 3, 1974 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ Ernest Clifton Perdue died on June 10, 1990 at Virginia at age 68.^11,1,2 He Ernest Clifton Perdue, age 68, of Roanoke passed away Sunday, June 10, 1990. Mr. Perdue was a Veteran of World War II, having served as a Sergeant in the U. S. Air Force. He retired from Grand Piano Furniture Company. He also was a member of Woodmen of the World. Surviving are four daughters and two sons-in-law, Jean E. Tomlinson; Linda M. and Floyd B. Stanley, of Roanoke; Karen L. and F. Joseph Copenhaver, Jr., of Marion and Wanda G. Elkins, Roanoke, his mother, Bertha A. Perdue, Roanoke; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvis V. and Jean Perdue, Ellis E. and Helen K. Perdue, all of Salem; Carl L. and Mavis Perdue, Sandston; one sister, Louise P. Ragland, Richmond; also, twenty grand and great-grandchildren and a host of friends and other relatives. Interment in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on June 12, 1990.¹

     Her married name was Foster. Sadie Louise Perdue Louise Perdue Foster passed away peacefully on November 11, 2020 at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Bertha Perdue, her brothers Alvis, Ellis and Ernest Perdue and her daughter Christina Johnson. She is survived by her brother Carl Perdue, sister-in-law Helen Perdue, daughters Cheryl Lamport and Cathy DeRemer (Michael), devoted granddaughter Stacie Baird (Scott), and grandchildren Stuart Hamilton, III (Anja), Scott Hamilton (Lora), Brittany Bowles (Thomas), Michael DeRemer, II and Matthew DeRemer (Tasha). Additionally, she is survived by 12 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandsons, a special niece, Karen Copenhaver, and many other nieces and nephews. Louise was a very active and faithful member of North Run Baptist Church for many years. A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Stacie would like to thank Dawn and Maria of the Haven at Studley for their loving, compassionate care these last few years.¹ She was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Henrico Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on May 18, 1924 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 As of April 25, 1943,her married name was Johnson.² She married Byron Dunkley Johnson on April 25, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.^11,12,2 Sadie Louise Perdue and Byron Dunkley Johnson were divorced on February 13, 1970 at Henrico Co., Virginia.³ As of July 28, 1973,her married name was Ragland.² Sadie Louise Perdue married Carroll Turman Ragland on July 28, 1973 at Henrico Co., Virginia.^5,6,11,7,8,2 Sadie Louise Perdue married John Raymond Foster on January 12, 2008 at Richmond, Virginia.² Sadie Louise Perdue died on November 11, 2020 at Virginia at age 96.¹

     His Social Security Number was 227-01-8817.⁵ Carroll Turman Ragland was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Henrico Co., Virginia.^1,2 He was born on May 4, 1912 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,5,6,7 He married Sadie Louise Perdue, daughter of Albert Taw Perdue and Bertha Alice Board, on July 28, 1973 at Henrico Co., Virginia.^{8,9,10,11,12,3} Carroll Turman Ragland died on March 10, 1990 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 77.^1,2,4,5,13,7 He Carroll T. Ragland, of Richmond, died March 10, 1990, He is survived by his wife, Louise; a son, Gordon Armstring; two stepdaughters, Cheryl Hamilton and Cathy DeRemer; a granddaughter, Connie Dority; four step-grandchildren; and one great-grandson. on March 11, 1990.⁴

     Ellis Edward Perdue was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^5,15 His Social Security Number was 230-10-5870.¹⁶ He was born on July 4, 1918 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{3,5,15,8,16,9,17} He married Ruth Ollie "Marsha" Bowles on February 1, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,6 Ellis Edward Perdue and Ruth Ollie "Marsha" Bowles were divorced on August 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹⁸ Ellis Edward Perdue married Martha Jane Beasley on November 5, 1949 at Reidsville, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^3,19,10,20 Ellis Edward Perdue married Helen Louise Kerr on July 15, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,21 Ellis Edward Perdue died on July 3, 2007 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 88.^{5,15,16,17,10} He Ellis Edward Perdue, 88 of Roanoke beloved husband of Helen Kerr Perdue, who has lovingly cared for him for many years during a long illness, passed away Tuesday July 3, 2007. He was a loving and caring husband and daddy who is leaving in his own words, "the most wonderful wife in the world". He is also survived by his precious daughters, Robin Perdue Huntley Haas of Roanoke, Brenda Joyce Carter Ferguson and her husband Gene of Chester Gap, Va; and one son Johnny Carter of Florida. He will miss his sweetheart and precious granddaughter, Alison Huntley, daughter of Robin and several other beautiful grand and great grandchildren from Brenda and Johnny. He also leaves a step daughter, Constance L. Smith, daughter of Helen who resides in California and a stepson, James Edwin Smith, son of Helen and his wife Henedine of Las Vegas, Nev. Mr. Perdue has a brother, Carl Perdue of Richmond; sister, Louise Ragland, also of Richmond and numerous nephews and nieces. Mr. Perdue was admired by his friends and especially his family for his determination to fight a disease which gave him excruciating pain every day. His attitude taught us that tomorrow is another day and that we should never give up hope. A gentle, kind, sweet man, Ellis was born July 4, 1918 in Roanoke to Taw (deceased) and Bertha Perdue (deceased). He always said that "everyone celebrated his birthday". He was educated in Jefferson Senior High School leaving in the year 1936. He worked for Mick or Mack groceries for several years then began a distinguished and successful career with Woodmen of the World (WOW) Life Insurance Society. During his years with WOW, he was one of the top salesmen in Virginia and for numerous years, one of the top salesmen in the country. He received many honors and awards with the company and retired in July of 1985. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the 127 Division, in Counter Intelligence (America Division) under Gen. Douglas McArthur and severely injured when making the assault on Leyte Bay, Philippines earning the Purple Hearth, The Meritorious Wreath Award and Combat Infantry Medal with Three Stars, also he won the Philippine Service Ribbon with Bronze Service Star and World War II Victory Medal. Ellis was a member of several Fraternal Organizations to include, a 32 Degree Mason, member of Lakeland Lodge # 190 AF&AM, Roanoke: Scottish Rite Bodies, Kazim Temple, Roanoke, serving with the "Chanters" and a member of Carrie Lee Chapter, # 108 serving as Worthy Patron three times. He was a member of AARP, American Legion, Jefferson High School Retiree's Club, Harmonica Club, Past Airplane Club as a pilot and numerous dance clubs such as 300 Club Secretary Cotillion. He and Helen have had so many wonderful friends at Christ Lutheran Church, Roanoke where he became a member in 1961: in the Masonic Order, and all organizations they have been a part of, friends he will miss so very much. He wants to thank everyone for their love, kindness and friendship during his life and their support during his illness. He will be missed by many and will be carried with extreme love and gratitude for all he gave, in the hearts of his family forever. Interment with Masonic Services by Lakeland Lodge # 190 AF&AM will be in Evergreen Burial Park. on July 5, 2007.⁵

     Helen Louise Kerr was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ She was born on June 10, 1919 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,4 She married Ellis Edward Perdue, son of Albert Taw Perdue and Bertha Alice Board, on July 15, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4 As of July 15, 1961,her married name was Perdue.¹ Helen Louise Kerr died on February 19, 2024 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 104.⁴ She Helen Kerr Smith Perdue, June 10, 1919 - February 19, 2024. Our angel on earth, Helen Kerr Smith Perdue, of Roanoke, Va., passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, February 19, 2024. She was 104 years young. She loved to ask people to guess her age and when they tried, always guessed 20 years younger than what she was. She would then laugh and tell her real age. She will be remembered lovingly by family and friends with these sentiments: a sweet, beautiful, special lady; one of a kind with a wonderful sense of humor; enjoyed life and was a feisty spirit; always had a beautiful smile, and an inspiration to all in her daily living. She loved her Christ Lutheran Church family – and was proud she attended Christ Lutheran from when the "first stone was laid" and was an active member until her death. She was also an active member of the Order of Eastern Stars and was presented a 75-year pin recently for her continual active membership. She loved that organization and had many close friends throughout the years. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of over 42 years, Ellis E. Perdue; sister, Pat Wells of California; parents, Charles I. Kerr and Georgia Anderson Kerr; daughters, Constance Smith and Patty Smith; and her son, James E. Smith of Honolulu, Hawaii. She is survived by her special angels, daughter, Debra "Robin" Haas; granddaughter, Alison Huntley; and great-granddaughter, Kaya Kingery. We want to give special thanks and gratitude to Gaye Eades, her caregiver for over four years and two special friends, Linda from Christ Lutheran Church who cared so much for her and a dear friend Flo, formerly of Roanoke, who now lives in New Hampshire. Her light will never extinguish but will shine in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Burial will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. on February 24, 2024.⁴

     Carl Lewis Perdue PERDUE, Carl L., went to be with the Lord July 3, 2023 at age of 92. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mavis Perdue; and is survived by his children, Raymond (Tammy), Michael, Larry (Amy), Donald (Donna), Wilmer (Sheron), Mavis, Harriet (Mike); and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park.¹³ He was buried at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandston, Henrico Co., Virginia.^13,14 He was born on February 7, 1931 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,3,4,5 He married Elizabeth Ann Shepherd on June 17, 1955 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,4 Carl Lewis Perdue and Elizabeth Ann Shepherd were divorced on October 10, 1972 at Henrico Co., Virginia.⁵ Carl Lewis Perdue married Mavis Glendine Bohr on June 29, 1974 at Henrico Co., Virginia.^4,15 Carl Lewis Perdue died on July 3, 2023 at Virginia at age 92.¹³

     Mavis Glendine Bohr PERDUE, Mavis Bohr, 80, of Sandston, was born on May 4, 1938, and passed away on May 2, 2019. She is survived by her husband, Carl L. Perdue; children, Donald (Donna), Wilmer (Sheron), Mavis, Harriet (Mike), Raymond (Tammy), Mike, Larry (Amy); grandchildren, Crystal, Lauren, Rebecca, Charles, Matthew, Muizz, Zain, Casey, Eric, Warren, Ray, Stephen, Sarah, Lauree; siblings, Norma Radvany, Glen Bohr; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mavis was a homemaker, dedicated member of Fort Lee Baptist Church and loved all children. Interment will follow in Washington Memorial Park, Sandston, Va.² She was buried at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Drive, Sandston, Henrico Co., Virginia.^2,3 She was born on May 4, 1938 at Pennsylvania.^1,2 She married Carl Lewis Perdue, son of Albert Taw Perdue and Bertha Alice Board, on June 29, 1974 at Henrico Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 29, 1974,her married name was Perdue.¹ Mavis Glendine Bohr died on May 2, 2019 at Virginia at age 80.²

     Howard Earnest Elmore was buried at Mount Union Cemetery, intersection of Daleville Road & Blacksburg Road, Daleville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^6,1 He was born on December 25, 1898 at Alleghany Co., Virginia; On his WWI Draft Registration card he lists his birth date as Dec 25, 1899.^6,1,2,3 He married Ethel Elmira Virginia Hogan on June 18, 1919 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.^6,1,7,3 Howard Earnest Elmore died on August 7, 1965 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 66.^6,1,3

     Rhoda Rebecca "Becky" Brown was buried at Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Shady Grove, Bedford Co., Virginia.^4,3 She was born on September 6, 1933 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^4,2,3 She married Marshall Everette Nichols, son of Richard Ira "Rich" Nichols and Ollie Mae Wimmer, on June 16, 1951 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 16, 1951,her married name was Nichols.² Rhoda Rebecca "Becky" Brown died on May 12, 1953 at Thaxton, Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 19.^4,3