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     Robert Dallas "Bob" Hall was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,4 He was born on January 5, 1898 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Iva Hazel Poff, daughter of James Nathan Poff and Martha Rosetta "Rosa" Whitenack, on June 15, 1932 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,6,4 Robert Dallas "Bob" Hall died on April 16, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 70.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 226-26-6588.⁷ Iva Hazel Poff was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁸ She was born on February 6, 1908 at Virginia.^7,4 As of circa 1927,her married name was Parker.⁶ She married Unknown Parker circa 1927.⁶ Iva Hazel Poff married Robert Dallas "Bob" Hall, son of Silas William Hall and Hannah Frances Vest, on June 15, 1932 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,1,3,9 As of June 15, 1932,her married name was Hall.³ As of June 11, 1969,her married name was Wertz.⁴ Iva Hazel Poff married Luther Griffin Wertz on June 11, 1969 at Cambria, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,9,4 Iva Hazel Poff died on October 8, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 83.^7,8 She Mrs. Iva Poff Hall Wertz, age 83, of Roanoke, died Tuesday morning in a local hospital. She was the widow of Robert D. Hall and Luther G. Wertz. She is preceded in death by a son, J. Edward Hall. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Ruby and Virgil Wilson, Boones Mill; five granddaughters, Regina Schaaff of Vinton; Donna Cannaday of Rocky Mount; Melanie Hensley of Salem; Patricia Repass of Herndon; Melinda Reynard of Roanoke; two grandsons, Barry and Robert Perkins, both of Roanoke; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Oakey's South Chapel, 3:00 p.m. Friday with Mr. Russell Hall officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations will be accepted by the family for expenses in memory of Mrs. Wertz. Friends may call at Oakey's South Chapel. on October 10, 1991.⁸

     Ruby Hazel Hall was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on May 10, 1939 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 As of May 1, 1958,her married name was Perkins.³ She married Billy George Perkins on May 1, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Ruby Hazel Hall and Billy George Perkins were divorced on October 18, 1962 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ As of circa 1963,her married name was Wilson.⁶ Ruby Hazel Hall married Virgil Melvin Wilson circa 1963.^1,2,6,4 Ruby Hazel Hall died on March 10, 2023 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 83.⁴ She Ruby Hazel Hall Wilson, 83, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away Friday, March 10, 2023, surrounded by her family after a battle with breast cancer. She was born in Salem, Virginia, to Robert Dallas Hall and Iva Poff Hall on May 10, 1939. She grew up in Roanoke with her brother, Julius Edward Hall, having fun with neighborhood friends. She attended Jefferson High School, where she developed lifelong friendships and an appreciation for learning. She worked at Plastics One until she retired after serving for more than 20 years. While she enjoyed working, she always knew her place was at home. She took pride in caring for her large family. When Ruby retired, she first began caring for her late husband, who was diagnosed with dementia. She loved listening to him play many musical instruments. After his passing, Ruby's time was filled with reading, working jigsaw and crossword puzzles, playing board games with her family, and thrift shopping. She was a longtime member of Penn Forest Christian Church and, in more recent years, attended Brentwood Baptist Church. She was a devoted mother and grandmother with an infectious smile and witty humor. She affectionately gave some of her children and grandchildren nicknames. She looked forward to visits from her grandkids and instilled in them a love and passion for family and devotion to Christ. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Virgil, and one granddaughter, Shannon Perkins. She is survived by her children, Barry Perkins (Jenny), Regina Perkins Schaaff, Robbie Perkins, Donna Cannaday (Dean), Melanie Hensley, Patty Repass and Melinda Reynard (Doug); grandchildren, Kelly England (Jason), Jamey Robertson, Jennifer Hensley, Chris Jones, Paige Trent (Chris), Chasity Thomas (Robert), Shannon Jones, Alex Jones, Jared Repass (Melodie) and Brandon Reynard (Haley); sixteen great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members. Burial will immediately follow in Sherwood Memorial Park, Salem, Va. on March 14, 2023.⁴

     Virgil Melvin Wilson was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ He was born circa 1931.³ He married Ruby Hazel Hall, daughter of Robert Dallas "Bob" Hall and Iva Hazel Poff, circa 1963.^1,2,3,4 Virgil Melvin Wilson died on January 10, 2013 at Virginia.³ He Virgil Melvin Wilson, 82, of Roanoke, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2013. He was a longtime member of Penn Forest Christian Church, a retired truck driver, and had a great love for Bluegrass and Gospel Music. Virgil was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Minnie Wilson; stepmother, Otis Wilson; brothers, Lewis Wilson and Thomas Miller; sister, Frances Todd; and granddaughter, Shannon Perkins. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 50 years, Ruby H. Wilson; two sons and five daughters, Barry Perkins (Jenny), Regina Schaaff (Ronnie Reynolds), Robert Perkins, Donna Cannaday (Dean), Melanie Hensley, Patricia Repass, and Melinda Reynard (Doug); three sisters, Hazel Thierry, Jean Brookman, and Eloise Greene (Leonard); 10 grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. on January 11, 2013.³

     Her Social Security Number was 226-28-2524.⁹ Florence Aileen Poff was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on June 22, 1924 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,9,3,4 As of October 17, 1945,her married name was Williams.² She married Calvin Houston "Daddy" Williams Sr. on October 17, 1945 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,6,2 Florence Aileen Poff died on July 1, 2006 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 82.^6,9,10 She Florence P. Williams, 82, of Salem, passed away at home on Saturday, July 1, 2006. Born June 22, 1924 to the late Tonsie and Ruth Poff, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Lalia (Lee) Cox; brothers, Buford Poff, Julian Poff, George Poff and Gormon Poff; and sisters, Frances Elmore and Geneva Stump. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Calvin (Daddy) Houston Williams, Sr; sons and spouses, C. H. and Barbara Williams, J. D. and Cindy Williams, Gary and Jean Williams, Eddie and Elaine Williams and Randy and Lisa Williams; and daughter and spouse, Rowena and Terry Epperly. Other survivors include a brother, R. B. and Ruth Poff; a sister, Stella Wertz; 14 grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; and son-in-law, Wendell Cox. Special thanks to her caregivers, Sheila Hagy and Sandra Wright. We would also like to thank Good Samaritan Hospice for their care, especially Caroline Bain, Lynette Lawrence and Dianne Henry Leggette. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. on July 2, 2006.⁶

     Andrew James "Andy" Conner was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁷ He was born on March 5, 1835 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,2,1 He married Mary Ann Furrow, daughter of Adam Furrow and Eliza Elizabeth Poff, on February 1, 1856 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,8 Andrew James "Andy" Conner died on December 13, 1881 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 46; Died of fever.^5,6

     Nancy Jane "Nannie" Elmore was born in January, 1846 at Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia.^2,5 She married Henry Reynolds on September 25, 1877 at Craig Co., Virginia.² As of September 25, 1877,her married name was Reynolds. Nancy Jane "Nannie" Elmore and Henry Reynolds were divorced on June 24, 1880.⁶

     Frank Ridgeway Poff was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on September 6, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Sep 13, 1899.^1,2,8 He married Geneva Unknown on September 2, 1929 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁹ Frank Ridgeway Poff and Geneva Unknown were divorced on December 7, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁹ Frank Ridgeway Poff died on September 19, 1936 at Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 37.^1,8

     Thomas Calvin "Tommy" Poff Sr. Thomas Calvin Poff, Sr., age 81 of Boones Mill passed away Saturday, January 13, 2018 at home with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Virgie Poff; and brothers, William B. Poff and Lewis Poff. He is survived by his wife, Helen Poff; sons, Calvin Poff, Danny Poff (Rhonda) and Kenny Poff (Kim); grandchildren, Ashley Poff and Logan Poff; sister, Patty Bailey; and many friends. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park.³ He was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,6 He married Helen Joyce Boitnott.^1,7 Thomas Calvin "Tommy" Poff Sr. was born on May 23, 1936 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,4 He died on January 13, 2018 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 81.^3,6

     Betty Von Harris was buried at Thaxton Baptist Church Cemetery, Bedford Co., Virginia.^4,5 Her Social Security Number was 224-46-9791.⁶ She was born on January 14, 1939 at Appomattox Co., Virginia.^2,6,3,4,5 She married Terry Dale Slusher, son of Arnold Bruce "Shorty" Slusher and Faye Aline Phillips, on October 8, 1989 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 As of October 8, 1989,her married name was Slusher.² Betty Von Harris died on June 14, 2007 at Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 68.^6,4,5,7 She Betty Harris Slusher, 68, peacefully left this life to be with the Lord on June 14, 2007. She was born Jan. 14, 1939 in Appomattox County, to the late Warren S. Harris and Elva H. Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Dale B. Harris and Glen L. "Bud" Harris. She was a faithful employee of Scott Insurance Agency for 19 years until her retirement in December 2003. Prior to Scott Insurance, she worked for Bedford Mututal Insurance Co. and Farm Bureau Insurance Co. She was a member of the Insurance Women's Association and the Lynchburg Claims Association. She served in various capacities at Thaxton Baptist Church over the years. A great portion of her service was dedicated to Youth Choir Director, Adult Choir Member and, most recently as a deacon. She was proud of her church and her church family. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Terry Dale Slusher; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Toby Thompson; two sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and Becky Grant, Brent and Danna Grant; seven wonderful grandchildren, Joy Thompson, Will Grant, Staci Thompson, Tucker Grant, Bryce Grant, Casey Grant and Skye Grant. She is also survived by one brother, Rayford (Shirley) Harris and four sisters, Phyllis (Bailey) Waller, Donna (Jim) Carr, Bonnie Dagenhart, and Vickie (Danny) Toms, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Special family includes a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Kay Slusher; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Gail and Roger Tankersly. She will also be sadly missed by some very special and kind friends at Scott Insurance Agency. A celebration of her life will be held at Thaxton Baptist Church at 1 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2007, with the Rev. Dr. Eldridge Cullum and the Rev. Johnny Gupton officiating. Interment will follow in the Thaxton Baptist Church Cemetery (formerly Wolf Head Cemetery). on June 16, 2007.⁴

     Mildred Catherine "Millie" Elmore was buried at Jordan Harper Cemetery, Walton, Roane Co., West Virginia.^4,5 She was born on November 15, 1847 at Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia.^6,4 As of July 27, 1871,her married name was Dodd.² She married Peter Millard Dodd on July 27, 1871 at Roane Co., West Virginia.^2,7,8 Mildred Catherine "Millie" Elmore died on May 9, 1910 at Walton, Roane Co., West Virginia, at age 62.^4,5

     His Social Security Number was 230-11-0264.⁴ Roger Dale Tankersley was buried at Laurel Branch Cemetery (aka Goodykoontz Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on April 29, 1963 at Virginia.^1,4 He married Lurada Gail Slusher, daughter of Arnold Bruce "Shorty" Slusher and Faye Aline Phillips, on August 18, 1984 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5,2 Roger Dale Tankersley died on January 31, 2009 at Virginia at age 45.^3,4 He Roger Dale Tankersley, 45, of Floyd, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2009. He loved spending time with his family and horses. Roger loved to hunt, laugh, joke around and have a good time. He was a member of Laurel Branch Church of the Brethren. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Tankersley Jr; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Arnold and Faye Slusher; sister-in-law, Betty Slusher; brother-in-law, Danny Ray Cook. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Gail S. Tankersley; son, Zachary James Tankersley; mother, Shirley Ann Tankersley; brother and sister-in-law, Charlie and Katie Tankersley; two sisters and brother-in-law, Lisa Tankersley, Julie and Timmy Shearing; brothers-in-law and spouse, Terry Slusher, Mike and Kay Slusher; sister-in-law, Katherine Coates; nieces and nephews, Stormy Gayle Tankersley, Chad Tankersley, Chris Kelley, Timmy Kelley, Jenna Shearing, Jeremiah Slusher and spouse Marzena, Jesse Slusher and spouse Jessica; two greatnieces, Victoria Slusher, Madison Grace Slusher; faithful canine companion, Shylo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2009, at Gardner Funeral Home with the Rev. Angela Carr and the Rev. Mike Battle officiating. Interment will follow at Laurel Branch Cemetery. Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Monday at Gardner Funeral Home, where the family will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by Gardner Funeral Home, Floyd. on February 2, 2009.³

     Samuel Chester Elmore was buried at Samuel Elmore Cemetery, Roane Co., West Virginia.¹ He was born on June 11, 1848 at Botetourt Co. (now Craig Co.), Virginia.¹ He married Mariah S. "Maria" Hubbard on February 13, 1876 at Roane Co., West Virginia.^4,1,5,3 Samuel Chester Elmore died in 1920 at Roane Co., West Virginia.¹

     Sarah Frances Elmore was buried at Fairview Christian Church Cemetery, Keenan, Monroe Co., West Virginia.³ She was born circa 1853 at Craig Co., Virginia.^2,4 As of July 9, 1874,her married name was Doss.⁴ She married Paul Newton Doss on July 9, 1874 at Alleghany Co., Virginia.^5,4 Sarah Frances Elmore died on December 24, 1904 at Monroe Co., West Virginia.⁵

     Arthur Lewis "Al" Poff Sr. was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 230-10-6943.¹¹ He was born on August 3, 1916 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^11,1,2,3 He married Nellie Frances Graham, daughter of Roy E. Graham and Ada Bertha Covey, on January 14, 1939 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^12,3,13 Arthur Lewis "Al" Poff Sr. died on August 2, 1993 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 76.^11,1,2,3 He POFF, Arthur Lewis Sr., 76, of Christiansburg, died Monday, August, 2, 1993, in Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was born August 3, 1916, to the late Guy and Ella Poff. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Graham Poff and his brother, Victor B. Poff. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Arthur and Karen Poff, Victor and Marie Poff; two daughters and son-in-law, Sharon and Emory King, Sally Phillips all of Christiansburg; one sister, Mrs. George (Barbara) Stump, Gainsville, Ga; grandsons and their wives, Arthur and Janice Hamrick, Darrell and Tonya Hamrick, John Hylton and David Poff all of Christiansburg; granddaughters and their husbands, Jennifer and Lee Cooper, Huntsville, Ala., Cathe Poff, Sara Phillips both of Christiansburg; one great-granddaughter, Dana Hamrick. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 4, 1993, from the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home Chapel conducted by Rev. Layne Board with interment in Sunset Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home Tuesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. and at all other times may be contacted at the home of Sharon and Emory King, 65 Mulberry Drive, Christiansburg. The family request that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the Christiansburg Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 176, Christiansburg, Va. on August 3, 1993.³

     His Social Security Number was 224-18-7029.¹² Victor Boone Poff was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "Tec 4 US Army WWII."^13,10 He was born on April 2, 1918 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,12,10 He married Irma Catherine Howell, daughter of Charlie Henry Howell and Margia Slusher, on September 18, 1939 at Pulaski Co., Virginia.^1,2,14,10,11 Victor Boone Poff married Florris Uneda "Jean" Sutphin, daughter of William Tazwell "Willie" Sutphin and Myrtle Moles, on April 9, 1975 at Moneta, Bedford Co., Virginia.^11,3 Victor Boone Poff died on September 3, 1982 at Radford, Virginia, at age 64.^1,10

     Mary Virginia Poff died in 1920 at Virginia.¹ She was born in 1920 at Virginia.¹

     Barbara Guy Poff was buried at All Souls Columbarium Garden, Grace Episcopal Church, Gainesville, Hall Co., Georgia.⁵ She was born on December 26, 1930 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ She married George Thomas Stump on September 9, 1950 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,2,7,5,8 As of September 9, 1950,her married name was Stump. Barbara Guy Poff Barbara Poff Stump, 81, died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family on November 4, 2012. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 8, 2012 at Grace Episcopal Church. Officiating will be the Rev. Don Harrison assisted by the Rev. Dean Taylor. Following the service, a private interment of ashes of will be held in the Columbarium Garden, followed by a reception in the Parish Hall, where the family will greet friends and relatives. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Guy William and Ella Boone Poff; brothers, Arthur Poff and Victor Poff; grandson, J.D. Stump and her beloved husband of 60 years, George Thomas Stump. She is survived by her four children; Deborah Stump Thompson, Gary T. Stump, Rebecca Stump Rogers, John B. Stump and wife Lisa. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and their spouses; Matthew and Angela Thompson, Eric and Monica Thompson, Roy Stump, Jennifer Stump, Beth and Clint Kinsey, Paul Rogers, Katie Rogers, Michael and Ginny Stump, and Michelle Stump as well as five great grandchildren; Kaelyn, Olivia, Tyler, Ella and Emerson. Barbara attended school in her native Virginia and then Flora Macdonald College and Radford College, but her “career”’ was her family. A volunteer at her children’s schools, and PTA president, she was also a Cub Scout Den Mother. For many years she played on a USTA tennis team, enjoyed bridge and a life-long love of reading led her to almost 50 years of oral book reviews to church groups, civic clubs and study clubs. A devoted member of Grace Episcopal Church since the family’s move to Gainesville in 1978, she served on the Vestry, as an adult teacher, as a member of the Building Committee and for many years as chairman of the Meals committee. Long active in community activities, Barbara was a member of the Lanier Study Club, Blue Chip Club and served on the boards of the Arts Council and the Quinlin Art Center. For a number of years a member of the Medical Center Auxiliary, she was a charter member of the northeast Georgia Medical Center Foundation Board and Chairman of the 3rd Love Light Tree. She also served as City Chairman for the Cancer Society’s Annual Drive. Barbara played dulcimer with the Gainesville Strummers for many years and music of all kinds gave her a great deal of joy. With this in mind, the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to “Friends of Music” at Grace Episcopal Church, 422 Brenau Ave. Gainesville, GA 30501. on November 4, 2012.⁵ She died on November 4, 2012 at Gainesville, Hall Co., Georgia, at age 81.⁵

     Clifton Elkaney Elmore was buried at Snowville Christian Church Cemetery, Snowville, Pulaski Co., Virginia.³ He was born on January 28, 1854 at Virginia.³ He married Elizabeth M. "Bettie" Hundley circa 1877.^4,1,5 Clifton Elkaney Elmore died on April 24, 1928 at Snowville, Pulaski Co., Virginia, at age 74.^3,4 He Snowville, Va, May 5. - Burial services were held here on Thursday last for C. E. Elmore, who passed away after weeks of suffering. The service was conducted by Rev. Arthur Simmerly, of the East Radford Christian church, assisted by Rev. P. C. Horner, of the Methodist church. Quite a large crowd attended. Internment was in the cemetery here, by the side of his wife, who passed away two years ago. Mr. Elmore had been a Mason for years, and a large number of the Masonic fraternity from nearby towns were present and had charge of the service at the grave. The flowers were carried by Misses Ruby Carmel and Elizabeth Showalter and Janice Summers. Mr. Elmore, who was seventy-five years of age, had spent the greater part of his life in Snowville. His wife was Miss Elizabeth Hindley(Hundley - Scott). Three children are left, T. H. and R. E. Elmore and Miss Katie. on May 6, 1928.⁴

     Nellie Frances Graham was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,2 Her Social Security Number was 228-84-7954.⁵ She was born on March 12, 1918 at Radford, Virginia.^5,4,2 She married Arthur Lewis "Al" Poff Sr., son of Guy William Poff and Ella Ree Boone, on January 14, 1939 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^6,7,2 As of January 14, 1939,her married name was Poff. Nellie Frances Graham died on November 4, 1992 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 74.^5,4,2 She CHRISTIANSBURG - Frances Graham Poff, age 74, of Christiansburg, died Wednesday, November 4, 1992, in Radford Community Hospital. She was born March 12, 1918, to the late Roy and Bertha Graham. She was preceded in death by two siblings, Lillian G. Moore and Thomas Graham. Mrs. Poff is survived by her husband, A. L. Poff of Meadowbrook Nursing Home, Shawsville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Arthur and Karen Poff, Victor and Marie Poff; two daughters, Sharon P. Patton, Sally P. Phillips, all of Christiansburg; two sisters, Madge E. Graham, Christine G. Fulks of Radford; one sister and brother-in-law, Mary G. and Albert Lurie of Syracuse, N.Y; one brother and sister-in-law, Everette and Doris Graham of Radford; four grandsons, Arthur Hamrick and wife, Janice, Darrell Hamrick, John Hylton, David Poff, all of Christiansburg; three granddaughters, Jennifer P. Cooper and husband, Lee, of Huntsville, Ala; Cathe Poff, Sara Phillips of Christiansburg. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday from the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home conducted by the Rev. Layne Board, with interment in Sunset Cemetery. The family will be at the residence of Arthur and Karen Poff, 2940 Riner Road, and will receive friends Friday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Richardson-Horne Funeral Home. The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Montgomery County Humane Society, P.O. Box 287, Blacksburg, Va. 24060-0287, or the Christiansburg Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 176, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. on November 6, 1992.²