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     His Social Security Number was 227-42-2980.¹ Harris Junior Janney was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.² He was born on January 20, 1935 at Virginia.^1,2 He married Joyce Ann Craighead, daughter of Frank Ervin Craighead and Mae Virginia Lena Dexter Hall, on March 21, 1954.³ Harris Junior Janney died on September 28, 1980 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 45.^2,4

     Martha Josephine Elmore was buried at Maplewood Cemetery, 10115 Spotswood Trail, Gordonsville, Orange Co., Virginia.^5,1 She was born on March 12, 1876 at Union, Monroe Co., West Virginia; The SSDI has an incorrect birth year of 1885.^6,2,3,4 As of December 27, 1900,her married name was Atkins.² She married Alfred Clarence Atkins on December 27, 1900 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.^7,2 Martha Josephine Elmore died on October 11, 1962 at Alderson, Greenbrier Co., West Virginia, at age 86.¹

     Dr. Harry Gray Elmore Sr. was buried at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.¹ He was born on February 28, 1878 at Monroe Co., West Virginia.^6,7 He married Ola Hortense Carney on December 23, 1902 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.^8,7 Dr. Harry Gray Elmore Sr. died on August 29, 1950 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 72.¹ He Dr. Harry Gray Elmore, Sr., 72, a retired chiropractor of Charleston, died Tuesday night in a nursing home at Jacksonville, Fla. A native of Alderson, Dr. Elmore practiced for 27 years in Charleston before his retirement in 1948 when he moved to Jacksonville. He was a member of the First Baptist church of Jacksonville, a member of the Davenport, Iowa, lodge of A. F. and A. M., and a member of the Beni Kedem Temple in Charleston. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ola H. Elmore of Jacksonville; a daughter, Mrs. Virginia Zogg of Camden, S.C; one son Harry G. Elmore, Jr., of Jacksonville, and two sisters, Mrs. Clarence Atkins of Richmond, Va., and Mrs. T. J. Reffe of Alderson. Funeral services were held in Jacksonville Thursday. Pallbearers were selected from the deacons of the First Baptist church in Jacksonville. on September 3, 1950.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 229-50-9522.⁹ Essie Mae Shaver was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4 She was born on March 27, 1939 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^8,2,4,9,5 As of July 20, 1957,her married name was Spangler.³ She married Ralph Nixon Spangler, son of Frank Ralph Spangler and Audra Pauline "Pauline" Payne, on July 20, 1957 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,7,8,2,3,4 Essie Mae Shaver died on November 27, 2012 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 73.^2,4,9,10 She Essie Mae Shaver Spangler, 73, youngest child of the late Irvin and Annie Shaver, died at her home in Cave Spring, on Tuesday, November 27, 2012, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Copper Hill in 1939, Essie was a 1957 graduate of Check High School. The summer after her graduation she married Ralph Spangler, also a graduate of Check High School and lived very happily with him until his death in 1999.
In addition to Ralph and her parents, Essie was preceded in death by four brothers and a sister-in-law, Clifford Shaver, Luther and Betty Shaver, William Shaver, and Alton Shaver; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Vera and Lonza Smith, Cammie and David McConnell; and a loving friend during her later years, John Roche. She is succeeded by one sister, Elizabeth Wray, Essie's faithful and loving caregiver during the last four years; three sisters-in-law, Malicia Shaver, Shirley Shaver, and Betty Shaver; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Mary ArIee (Spangler) and Bobby Cole; 20 nephews and nieces, one of whom, Martha McConnell Poff, worked faithfully to make her final days easier; and many great and great-great-nephews and nieces. Essie is also mourned by cousins; by friends she made during her years of employment at Shenandoah Life Insurance Company; by caring neighbors and fellow members of Fairview Methodist Church; and by other friends she treasured.
A strong sense of adventure was evident in the travel she enjoyed across the United States and the world, and in the way she faced every opportunity and challenge of life. As the beloved, spunky baby sister of her siblings, she became a self-confident role model for her nephews and nieces, showing them the power of determination and independence. Her high spirits, sense of humor, and adventurous nature made life more exciting for all her loved ones. Her final arrangements are being handled by Oakey's South Chapel in Roanoke County. Visitation will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 28, 2012. The final service will take place in the chapel there at noon on Thursday, November 29, 2012, with the Reverend Marty Moyer of Essie's home church, Copper Hill Church of the Brethren, conducting the service. Burial will be held in Sherwood Memorial Park Cemetery in Salem. The family requests that memorial donations be made to The American Cancer Society. on November 28, 2012.²

     Sarah Ann Grant was buried at Craighead Cemetery, 10065 Patterson Drive, Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² She was born circa 1847 at Virginia. She married William Thomas "Grandpap Billy" Craghead, son of Timothy Craghead and Mary "Polly" Agee, on July 21, 1870. As of July 21, 1870,her married name was Craghead.

     Wallace Buck Smallwood Wallace's birth name is Wallace Bell Poff.² He was born on August 14, 1931 at Fairfax, Fairfax Co., Virginia.² He married Selma Sue Moore on May 17, 1951.¹

     Grace Eileen "Gracie" Pendleton Grace Pendleton Moon Higdon, age 92, of White Plains, Georgia, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Augusta University Medical Center in Augusta, GA. Born in Fairfax, VA on November 30, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Voilie and Beattrice Odell Pendleton. She grew up and attended school at Fairfax High School in Virginia. Until she was sixty-seven she worked as the shipping clerk for Wellington Puritan Mills in Greensboro, GA. Grace was a member of Walker United Methodist Church. Her many interests included gardening, poetry and puzzles. She was also a nature lover and enjoyed her humming birds. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Roy Higdon; her son, Robert Gordon Moon; and siblings, Dempsey Pendleton and Ruth Wellborn. Survivors include her children, Laurie Veazey (Sam); Charles Moon (Dawn); Linda Mullins (Mike); grandchildren, Charles Veazey (Juliana), Charles Newsome, Preston Newsome, Brett Mullins (Amy), Brandon Moon, Ginger Davis and Scott Moon; great grandchildren, Logan, Evan and Paisleigh Veazey, Tristin Newsome, Dylan, Brianna and Dalton Davis, Lillia Moon and other relatives and friends. Graveside Services will be held at the White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, White Plains, GA.³ Her married name was Higdon.³ She was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, White Plains, Greene Co., Georgia.³ She married James Roy Higdon.³ Grace Eileen "Gracie" Pendleton was born on November 30, 1927 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,5,3 She married Virgil Gordon Moon on May 28, 1946 at Fairfax Co., Virginia.² As of May 28, 1946,her married name was Moon.² Grace Eileen "Gracie" Pendleton died on August 22, 2020 at Augusta, Columbia Co., Georgia, at age 92.³

     Ruth Mariner/Marina Pendleton was buried at National Memorial Park, 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, Fairfax Co., Virginia.⁴ Her Social Security Number was 225-78-9932.³ She and Goodwin Gheesling Wellborn were divorced.⁵ Ruth Mariner/Marina Pendleton was born on December 11, 1931 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6 As of July 27, 1946,her married name was Wellborn.⁷ She married Goodwin Gheesling Wellborn on July 27, 1946 at Vienna, Fairfax Co., Virginia.^7,4 Ruth Mariner/Marina Pendleton died on September 2, 2005 at Spotsylvania Co., Virginia, at age 73.^3,4,8,9 She Wellborn, Ruth M., formerly of Fairfax, VA, on Friday, September 2, 2005, at her residence. Beloved wife of the late Goodwin "Jack" Wellborn. She is survived by 11 children; 23 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great grandchildren; a sister; and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her son. Interment National Memorial Park. on September 4, 2005.⁴

     Samuel Clark Elmore was buried at Green Hill Cemetery, Union, Monroe Co., West Virginia.^7,2 He was born on January 3, 1880 at Monroe Co., West Virginia.² He died on July 31, 1918 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 38.^5,1 He A telegram from Lynchburg yesterday, July 31, to Mr. C. E. Lynch conveyed the sad news that Mr. Sam'l. Elmore, an engineer on the Southern Ry., had been killed. The message did not disclose the nature of the fatal accident. Mr. Elmore was the youngest son of the late D.C. Elmore and Mrs. Araminta Clark Elmore, and was born in Monroe Co. He was a bright-minded and warm-hearted man, popular wherever he was known. His age was about 38 years. Surviving him are his mother and two brothers, Messrs. Harry and Alton Elmore of Spencer, NC, and two sisters, Mrs. T.J. Riffe of Pence Spgs. and Mrs. Clarence Atkins of Richmond, VA. He was a nephew of Mrs. C.E. Lynch and Mr. Samuel Clark of this county. Mr. Elmore's remains will be brought back to Union and interred in Green Hill Cemetery this afternoon. on August 1, 1918.⁵ He HOW ENGINEER SAM'L. C. ELMORE MET DEATH The body of engineer Samuel Clark Elmore, whose death by accident on the Southern RY. near Lynchburg, VA, was announced in the last WATCHMAN, was brought to Union last Thurs. afternoon, accompanied by his mother, brothers and sisters and a delegation of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Funeral services were conducted in the Episcopal Church by Rev. Dr. Paca Kennedy in the presence of a large congregation at 5 o'clock, after which the remains of the deceased were laid to repose in Green Hill Cemetery with the impressive burial rites of the B. of L.E. Mr. Elmore was driving a freight engine hauling 42 cars loaded chiefly with government material from Spencer, NC, where his home was, to Monroe, VA, the end of the division, 4 mi. north of Lynchburg, on the afternoon of July 30. Near Durmid, a short distance from Lynchburg, the track was being repaired. It was the duty of a flagman to warn approaching trains and stop them until the track was ready for use, but for some reason this was not done in time to stop Mr. Elmore's train. The unready track went down beneath the weight of the engine which fell over on its side and with it 18 cars were wrecked. Engineer Elmore was caught under his engine. This was at 1:30 PM. His legs were badly crushed and he was hurt internally. For 8 hrs. he lay there perfectly conscious and helped to direct the efforts of the workers to extricate him. Though suffering much pain at times, he remained calm and sent a message of cheer to his mother. To extricate him required very careful work, lest he be (line was damaged on microfilm here--czw) ...9:37 PM he was taken out and it was hoped he would live. But at the Lynchburg Hospital, whither he was conveyed, he collapsed and at 1:30 on Wednesday morning, July 31, his brave spirit took its flight. His death was due to internal injuries. In the accident Brakeman J.H. Hoskins of Spencer, NC, was crushed to death and Fireman Sam Tyree of Lynchburg was so badly scalded that he died a few hours afterward. An investigation is in progress. on August 8, 1918.¹

     Horace Ray Conner was buried at Siner Cemetery, off Rt. 645, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He Horace fell off a bed when he was a little boy and became an invalid for the rest of his life. His mother Minnie took care of him for many years herself before he finally was put in a nursing home.⁵ He was born on January 24, 1923 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 He died on February 13, 1970 at Marion, Smyth Co., Virginia, at age 47.¹

     William Seldon "Pat" Smallwood was buried at Flint Hill Cemetery, Oakton, Fairfax Co., Virginia.² He was born on November 15, 1902 at Virginia.^3,1,2 He married Golda Ethel "Goldie" Conner, daughter of James Burdict "J. B." "Berty" Conner and Sarah Armenia "Minnie" Poff, on December 18, 1930.^4,3,1 William Seldon "Pat" Smallwood died on April 18, 1965 at Arlington, Virginia, at age 62.^1,2

     Ruby Lee Meador married Garney Buford Conner, son of Richard Burwell/Burl "Dick" Conner and Virgie Elizabeth Craighead.^1,3 Her Social Security Number was 223-48-1315.⁴ Ruby Lee Meador was buried at William Craighead Cemetery (also known as Conner-Craighead Cemetery), 1898 Bottom Creek Lane, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,1,6 Her married name was Conner. She was born on November 28, 1923 at Blacksburg, Virginia.^4,2 She died on November 21, 1999 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 75.^4,1,3 She CONNER, Ruby L., 75, of Elliston, went to be with the Lord on Sunday November 21, 1999. She was the widow of Garney B. Conner. She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Molly Rose Kulp. Surviving are her children, Sharon Jones and husband Gary, Elliston, Damon Conner, Bedford; seven grandchildren, Mark, Lacinda, Dana, Aliesha, Stephen, Damon, and Benjaman; brothers Berkley Meador, Bent Mountain, Ralph Meador and wife Brenda, Roanoke; sister Gertrude Stover, Roanoke. Interment will follow in the Conner Cemetery, Bent Mountain. on November 23, 1999.¹

     Vester Lee Manning was born on March 26, 1933 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Alma Lou Conner, daughter of Grover Jasper "Jack" Conner and Ora Alma Janney, on July 23, 1955 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{1,2,10,11,12,13}

     Robert Self Robert was a Union soldier during the Civil War.³ He was born circa 1840 at St. Mary's Co., Maryland.^2,1 He married Mary Jane "Mollie" Elmore, daughter of Elder Andrew Jackson "Andy" Elmore and Elizabeth Murray "Betsy" Walker, on October 18, 1865 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 Robert Self died circa 1866.²

     Her Social Security Number was 200-30-7168.⁷ Erma L. "Ermie" Cole was buried at Gillingham Cemetery, Frenchville, Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania.⁴ She was born on September 22, 1897 at Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania.^3,7,4 As of circa 1916,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Henry Attes Smith, son of Clayton Andres Smith, circa 1916.^8,1,4 Erma L. "Ermie" Cole died on July 10, 1973 at Lecontes Mills, Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania, at age 75.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 163-30-2726.⁶ Viola A. "Ode" Cole was buried at Faith United Methodist Church Cemetery, Belsano, Cambria Co., Pennsylvania.⁷ She was born on September 2, 1900 at Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania.^3,4,6 As of July 28, 1917,her married name was Smith.⁴ She married Thomas George Smith, son of Clayton Andres Smith, on July 28, 1917 at Clearfield, Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania.^4,8 Viola A. "Ode" Cole died on May 16, 1986 at Pennsylvania at age 85.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 229-78-5996.⁷ Gary Wayne Jones was born on September 27, 1953 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,5,7 He married Sharon Gail Conner, daughter of Garney Buford Conner and Ruby Lee Meador, on June 23, 1980 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 Gary Wayne Jones died on August 15, 2013 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 59.^3,6,7 He Gary Wayne Jones, 59, of Elliston, was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 15, 2013. He went peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his father, William Morris Jones. Those left to cherish his memories are his mother, Evelyn Starkey Jones of Elliston; his loving and supportive wife of 33 years, Sharon Conner Jones. He also leaves behind the joys of his life, his four children, Mark and wife Brooke of Ironto, daughter, Dana and fiance, Anthony Lovern of Christiansburg, son, Stephen and girlfriend, Susie Cash of Elliston, and son Benjaman who still resides at home. He was one of four children, Doug Jones and wife Liz of Salem, Butch Jones and wife Mary, also of Salem, and Carolyn Blanchard and husband Bob of Elliston. Gary had one granddaughter who lit up his world and spent most of her days with him, Skylar Jones. She was his pride and joy! He also had two stepgrandchildren he loved as his own, Damien Lovern and Logan Cornelius. He will also be missed by many close cousins and nieces and nephews. Gary was a simple man who loved the Lord. He was a prayer warrior and spent hours alone in prayer. He enjoyed his quiet time on the mountain, just him and His Savior, praying, reflecting, and taking in God's beautiful creation. Sundays were his favorite days. Having the family all together for Sunday dinner was the highlight of his week. His sweet gentle nature will never be forgotten. We know he is at peace, without pain or burdens, and we will see him again when the Lord calls us all home. on August 18, 2013.³

     Elizabeth Anna Self was born on July 23, 1866 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She Not enumerated with her family in the 1870 Census on June 15, 1870.⁴