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     Krista Lynne Crouch Krista Lynne Crouch - Krista went to her heavenly home to be with God on December 18, 2021 in Asheville, NC, at Mission Hospital where she was pursuing medical treatment related to a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away with her beloved family by her side. Krista was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in Asheville NC, on February 8, 1962, to Phillip and Sandra Crouch. She graduated from AC Reynolds High School (1980) and Appalachian State University (1985) where she earned a Bachelors' Degree in Accounting. Krista was a member of Phi Mu Fraternity and worked as an accountant for Chetola Resort in Blowing Rock, NC. She also worked for her father at Ideal Drug Store doing accounting work before marrying and moving to Virginia where she primarily lived in the Danville area, working as an accountant for Carpetland for fourteen years. She was involved in many social activities and shared life with many friends while living in Virginia. Krista especially enjoyed gardening; planting, growing, and arranging flowers, and being a member of the Wayside Garden Club serving as treasurer and board member. Also enjoying the lifelong hobby of collecting and refurbishing furniture from salvaged items and doing art projects to which she enjoyed all her life. Krista returned home to Asheville in 2013 to be near family and friends. She was hired by John Cram to be Accounting Manager of his businesses including New Morning Gallery, Bellagio, Blue Spiral Art Studio, and Fine Arts Movie Theater. Krista was outstanding in her work because of her diligence and her dedication to make everything better. Additionally, she used her artistic talents selling items, and serving as volunteer at the Biltmore Village Art & Craft Fair. She enjoyed participating in creative outlets like the Black Mountain Art in Bloom exhibit. Krista's love for life and others was over the top special and this is what stands out about her life. She loved others fully and passionately wherever she was and whenever it could be done. Always finding magical ways of bringing people together, addressing what could be better, and navigating best outcomes. Krista in her brave and courageous spirit sought goodness through a generous life of giving to everyone she met. Krista was close to all her family, a very special aunt to many nieces and nephews. She created fun adventures with each one and giving the perfect gift every time. She was the "Best Friend", Best Girl Friend—to so many and loved by so many! She made us all better, she showed us what love is about and how to love well. She made us try things, do things that we are would be reluctant to try, she made us laugh, cry, and live fully into love. Krista was a great lover of travel, organizing many trips with family and friends. She always loved to seek out and go on big adventures. Zip-lining as recent as a month ago, nature hiking, and obtaining her motorcycle license. She loved creating a beautiful table setting with unique China, seeking out rare finds from antique stores, decorating for every holiday, and making beautifully wrapped presents. Krista was a lifelong member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and actively served as the church's Finance Chair. She also helped organize the Children's Sanctuary area and contributed to the BEAR Closet church program. Krista is survived by her beloved family which includes her parents, Phillip and Sandra Crouch, her sister, Karen Doucette and her husband, Mike Doucette (Fallston, NC), her brothers, Phillip Crouch Jr. and sister-in-law, Vanessa Crouch (Asheville, NC) and Michael Crouch and sister-in-law Candace Crouch (Birmingham, AL) and close family friend, Roland Metivier. Nieces and nephews Caitlin Doucette and fiancé Jack Cody, Lorna Doucette, Michael Doucette, Kevin Crouch and wife Alesha, Jonathan Crouch and wife Avery, Jack Crouch, Julia Crouch and Anna Crouch. Krista will be missed by many close friends and colleagues. The family extends our deepest thanks to Messino Cancer Center and the nurses at Mission Hospital who provided exemplary care. Graveside service at Riverside Cemetery.³ She was buried at Riverside Cemetery, 53 Birch Street, Asheville, Buncombe Co., North Carolina.³ She was born on February 8, 1962 at Asheville, Buncombe Co., North Carolina.^3,4 She married David Laine Poff, son of Ralph Benjamin Poff and Virginia Ruth Cruff, on May 22, 1993 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ As of May 22, 1993,her married name was Poff. Krista Lynne Crouch and David Laine Poff were divorced on July 2, 2008 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.² Krista Lynne Crouch died on December 18, 2021 at Asheville, Buncombe Co., North Carolina, at age 59.³

     Silas William Hall was born on February 2, 1854 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3 He married Hannah Frances Vest, daughter of Samuel Littleberry Vest and Sarah H. "Sally" Iddings, on September 13, 1877 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,5 Silas William Hall died after April 16, 1930.

     James Ralph Moran Sr. was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ He was born on November 14, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,6,7 He married Shelby Jacqueline Poff, daughter of Kermit Poff and Lillian "Nel" Chambers, on April 2, 1954 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5,6 James Ralph Moran Sr. died on August 27, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 87.⁶ He James Ralph Moran, 87, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 27, 2022. He was born to Dewey and Hazel Moran on November 14, 1934. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Shelby Poff Moran; brother, Russel Moran and wife, Betty; and sister, Lois Collins and husband, Wesley. Ralph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He also was a devoted Christian and served as a deacon for many years at Evangel Foursquare Church. Ralph was a United States Veteran who served in the Air Force and later worked for Brawley Willet Trucking as a truck driver. After his retirement Ralph also worked for Kroger. He touched many lives with his faith and testimony. He is survived by his children, Patty Anderson of Roanoke, Va., and Jimmy Moran (Jamie) of Salem, Va., and Donald Moran (Mary) of Centreville, Va; grandchildren, Michael Moran (Whitney) of North Carolina, Josh Moran of Georgia, Ben Moran of Centreville, Va., Rebekah Marinovich (Nickolas) of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Hannah Hodges (Matthew) of Farnham, Va; great-grandchildren, Harrison Moran of Centreville, Va., Bayley Holloman of Colorado Springs, Colo., Luke Hodges of Farnham, Va., and Kaitlyn Moran of North Carolina; brother-in-law, Richard Poff (Sandy) of Roanoke, Va; sister-in-law, Marie Martin of Rocky Mount, Va; and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on August 30, 2022.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 227-52-0290.⁷ Edna Marcelle Poff was buried at Turner-Richardson Family Cemetery, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on March 18, 1939 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^7,1,2 As of February 24, 1959,her married name was Jones.¹ She married Clinton Glenwood "C. J." Jones Sr., son of Jesse Vernon Jones and Ethel Rowena Payne, on February 24, 1959 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4,5,1 Edna Marcelle Poff died on May 23, 2003 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 64.^4,7,8 She JONES, Edna Poff, 64, of Roanoke County, died Friday evening, May 23, 2003 at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kermit Sr. and Lillian Poff. Surviving is her husband of 45 years, Clinton (C.J.) Jones, Sr. of Roanoke County; her sons, Randy Jones, Clinton (Butch) Jones, Jr. both of Roanoke County; her brothers, Richard Poff and wife Sandy of Roanoke, Kermit Poff, Jr. of Thaxton; her sisters, Shelby Moran and husband Ralph of Roanoke, Marie Martin and husband Ira of Rocky Mount; devoted friends and neighbors, J. L. (Red) and Virginia Whitlow. Special thanks to a dear friend and her family, Janet F. Nichols of Copper Hill. Interment in Turner-Richardson Family Cemetery, Roanoke County. on May 25, 2003.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 229-58-1786.³ Patricia Lee "Pat" Drain was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹ She was born on September 26, 1943 at Newport News, Virginia.^3,2 She married Kermit Poff Jr., son of Kermit Poff and Lillian "Nel" Chambers, on June 5, 1965 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 5, 1965,her married name was Poff.² Patricia Lee "Pat" Drain died on September 7, 1998 at Virginia at age 54.^3,1 She POFF, Patricia Drain, ("Pat"), 54, of Thaxton, went to be with her Lord on Monday, September 7, 1998. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Pat is now at peace in the beautiful garden the Lord prepared for her. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was preceded in death by a special friend, Marcia Greenwood. Survivors include her husband of 33 years, Kermit Poff Jr; daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa and Harvey Thomas Jr. of Buchanan, and Sheila and John Hornbeck of Boones Mill; son, Kermit Poff III of New Castle; grandchildren, James Marshall McCune, Nicole Lynn Hornbeck and Lynn Mari Hornbeck, Boones Mill; her parents, Douglas and Lenna Drain, Roanoke; sisters and brothers-in-law, Brenda and Barry Stanley, Salem, Susan Wyatt, Lansing, N.C., Martha and Kerry Boyer, Boones Mill, Rebecca and Steve Walters, Christiansburg. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews; her mother-in-law, Lillian Poff, Roanoke; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard K. and Sandy Poff; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Shelby and Ralph Moran, Marcella and Clinton Jones, Elaine and Ira "Buddy" Martin; and a special friend, Tom Greenwood and his family. She will be missed by many friends and relatives. The family extends a very special thank you to Macky and The Gentle Shepherd Hospice. Funeral services will be conducted 12 noon Thursday from Lotz Roanoke Chapel on Franklin Road, Roanoke, with Rev. Maurice E. Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Lotz Roanoke Chapel. Flowers will be accepted but memorial gifts may be made to The Gentle Shepherd Hospice. Arrangements by Lotz Roanoke Chapel. on September 8, 1998.¹

     Herbert Gilbert Pillow was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on May 8, 1921 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^6,2,3,5 He married Claudine LaVada Vest, daughter of Frank Thomson Vest and Doxie Lavada McNeil, on May 10, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,7,4 Herbert Gilbert Pillow died on March 1, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 42.^6,5

     Her Social Security Number was 228-30-7997.⁸ Frances Elizabeth Poff was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ She was born on November 1, 1928 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,3,9,4 She married Leonard Lewis "Bud" Elmore, son of Leonard Lewis Clifton Elmore and Gladys Stone Black, on September 25, 1946 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,10,3,9 As of September 25, 1946,her married name was Elmore.¹⁰ Frances Elizabeth Poff died on November 29, 1975 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 47.^8,3

     Her Social Security Number was 228-84-6645.⁵ Sandi Lizabeth Elmore was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,2 She was born on May 10, 1961 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,1,3,2 She died on December 9, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 31.^5,4,2 She ELMORE, Sandi L., 31, of Roanoke, died Wednesday, December 9, 1992. She was a former resident of Richmond and was preceded in death by her mother, Frances Poff Elmore. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Leonard ("Bud") and Judy Elmore, Roanoke; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sonia and Wayne Barnhart, Roanoke, Sherry and Charlie Dort, Staunton; a brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Diane Elmore, Roanoke; her grandmother, Gladys Black Elmore, New Castle; four nieces and two nephews, a very special friend, Bill Leary, Richmond. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. on December 10, 1992.⁴

     Catherine "Katy" Poff was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia; From my cousin William Conner - Buried outside current cemetery near the original church. The broken/unmarked rocks/unreadable stones were removed in the 1960s by church officials who wanted mowing to be easier.⁵ She was born circa 1793 at Augusta Co., Virginia.³ She married William P. Conner Sr., son of Daniel I. Conner Sr. and Mary Unknown, on May 7, 1811 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,6,2,3 As of May 7, 1811,her married name was Conner. Catherine "Katy" Poff died on June 12, 1878 at Floyd Co., Virginia; Died of diptheria.⁴