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     David Eugene Moore and Marlene LaFay "Molly" "Mama" Poff were divorced.^6,5 David Eugene Moore was buried at Antioch Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 2996 Callaway Road, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^7,5 His Social Security Number was 223-30-5377.² He was born on October 17, 1929 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,8 He married Marlene LaFay "Molly" "Mama" Poff, daughter of Grifton Andy Poff and Effie Lee Brown, on June 11, 1949 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,6 David Eugene Moore died on September 4, 1989 at Holden Beach, Brunswick Co., North Carolina, at age 59.^7,3,8,5 He The funeral for David Eugene Moore, 59, of Rt. 1. Vinton, who died Monday, Sept. 4 at Holden Beach, N.C., was conducted Thursday. Burial was in Antioch Church Cemetery in Rocky Mount. He was an employee of Heathco Dental Supply. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Doris L. Moore; one daughter, Sonya Tuttle of North Carolina; two stepchildren, Patsy Y. Ferguson of Moneta and Joseph M. Young of Vinton; two brothers, Damon Moore of Virginia Beach and Norman Moore of Rocky Mount; and three grandchildren, Jennifer Leigh Smith, Brian David Ferguson and Michael Ray Young. on September 8, 1989.⁵

     Everlene May Poff was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^7,10 She was born on May 17, 1932 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,11,10 As of October 24, 1948,her married name was Altice.¹² She married Billy Calvin "Fat Albert" Altice on October 24, 1948 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.^2,3,4,5,7,12 Everlene May Poff died on December 7, 2017 at Virginia at age 85.^7,10 She Everlene Poff Altice, 85, of Rocky Mount, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 7, 2017. She was born on May 17, 1932 a daughter of the late Griff and Effie Brown Poff. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Billy C. (Fat Albert) Altice; two brothers; and one sister. She is survived by her children, Ronald Altice (Linda), Bobby Altice (Paulette) and Lynn Altice; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sisters, Margaret Hofawger, Molly Moore, Carolyn Blackwell (Robert) and Barbara Bradford (Roger); many other relatives and friends. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. on December 10, 2017.⁷

     Billy Calvin "Fat Albert" Altice was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,5 His Social Security Number was 228-24-7229.⁹ He was born on August 19, 1925 at Southampton Co., Virginia.^{9,2,3,4,5,6,7} He married Everlene May Poff, daughter of Grifton Andy Poff and Effie Lee Brown, on October 24, 1948 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.^{1,10,11,12,13,14} Billy Calvin "Fat Albert" Altice died on December 6, 2002 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 77.^{1,9,2,3,4,5,8} He ALTICE, Billy Calvin, (Fat Albert), 77, of Rocky Mount, died Friday December 6, 2002, at his home. He was a WW II veteran having served in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman. Mr. Altice was a prisoner of war in Germany for seven months, and was a recipient of two Purple Hearts, the Bronze Star and numerous other medals. He also attended and was active at Anchor United Assemblies of God Church where he was Superintendent, played guitar and sang (Old Rugged Cross). He was faithful to his church for 17 years only missing five Sundays during that time. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burer and Helen Altice; brothers, Howard, Garland and George Altice. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Everlene Poff Altice, of the home; his children, Ronald and Linda Altice, Bobby and Paulette Altice, Lynn Altice, all of Rocky Mount; his grandchildren, Kevin Altice, Chris Altice, Amanda Altice, Jennifer Powell, Ashley Altice, Amber Altice, Glen Harris; eight great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Mildred Altice, Richmond, Margaret and Sam Hofawger of North Carolina, Marlene (Molly) Moore, Rocky Mount, Peggy and Billy Walters, Richmond, Carolyn and James Conner, Roanoke, Barbara Turner, Boones Mill, Joan (Jo) Poff, Vinton; aunts, Hilda Altice and Annie Altice, Rocky Mount; numerous nieces and nephews; his best friend at church, Ralph Kimberling. Interment with full military honors will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. The family would like to say a special thank you to Carilion Hospice of Franklin County, Home Health Care and the many caregivers that gave their time and care during Billy's illness. on December 7, 2002.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 227-42-4001.⁹ Peggy Lorine Poff was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 2901 West Hundred Road, Chester, Chesterfield Co., Virginia.^10,11 She was born on June 30, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^10,9,5 As of August 6, 1954,her married name was Walters.¹² She married Billy Dalton Walters on August 6, 1954.^{1,2,3,4,10,12} Peggy Lorine Poff died on August 4, 2013 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 79.^10,13,9 She Peggy L. Walters went to be with her heavenly father on Sunday, August 4, 2013. Although she was taken from us suddenly, we know she is rejoicing with her Lord and those who've gone on before. Peggy will be celebrating her 59th wedding anniversary in heaven with her beloved husband, Billy D. Walters. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She had the ability to always bring a smile to the faces of those around her. Born in Boones Mill, Peggy was a longtime resident of Chester, where she and her husband, Billy, started Chester Body Shop, which remains a family business today. Peggy leaves to cherish her memories her dear sons, Rick L. Walters (Tammy), and Timothy W. Walters; grandchildren, Rebecca S. Calhoun (John), Jason R. Walters (Alicia), Jonathan T. Walters (Hillary); and one sweet great-grandson, Ashden Levi Calhoun. Peggy is also survived by her precious sisters, Margaret Howfager, Everlene Altice, Marlene Moore, Barbara Bradford (Roger), Carolyn Blackwell (Robert); sister-in-law, Joan Poff; and many nieces and nephews. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. on August 7, 2013.¹⁰

     His Social Security Number was 230-40-5206.⁵ Billy Dalton Walters was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, 2901 West Hundred Road, Chester, Chesterfield Co., Virginia.^1,6 He was born on April 29, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,1,2,4 He married Peggy Lorine Poff, daughter of Grifton Andy Poff and Effie Lee Brown, on August 6, 1954.^{7,8,9,10,11,12} Billy Dalton Walters died on July 21, 2008 at Chester, Chesterfield Co., Virginia, at age 74.^5,1,2,3 He WALTERS, Billy Dalton, 74, of Chester, Va., passed away peacefully at home Monday, July 21, 2008. He was born in Roanoke, Va. on April 29, 1934, the son of the late Witt and Perdine Walters. Billy was a Navy veteran and a 33rd degree Mason with Chester Lodge #94. Billy Walters was the founder and president of Chester Body Shop in Chester, Va., which has been in business since 1970. He was a loving husband to wife, Peggy Walters; and devoted father to sons, Rick Walters and wife, Tammy, and Timothy Walters. He was also a proud grandfather to granddaughter, Rebecca Calhoun and husband, John; as well as to grandsons, Jason and Jonathan Walters. He is also survived by brother, Dean Walters and wife, Vicki, of Richmond, Va. He was preceded in death by twin brother, Bobby Walters; brother, Carlton Walters; and sister, Shirley Thompson, all of Roanoke, Va. Interment following in Sunset Memorial Park. on July 23, 2008.¹

     His Social Security Number was 230-60-3848.⁶ Ronald Eugene "Ronnie" Turner was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5 He was born on August 29, 1946 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,2,4,5 He married Barbara Ann Poff, daughter of Grifton Andy Poff and Effie Lee Brown, on December 5, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,7,8,2,5 Ronald Eugene "Ronnie" Turner died on September 21, 1997 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 51.^1,5 He TURNER, Ronald Eugene, ("Ronnie"), 51, of Boones Mill, went to be with the Lord Sunday, September 21, 1997. He attended the Roanoke Congregational Holiness Church and was preceded in death by his parents, Clifton Hurst and Jessie Turner and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Grifton A. and Effie B. Poff. Surviving are his wife, Barbara P. Turner; children, Ronald Cliff Turner and Rhonda Sue Turner, both of the home; his brothers and sisters-in-law, William E. and Claudine Turner, Maurice C. Turner, Boones Mill, Harold E. and Emily Turner, Gloucester; sisters and brother-in-law, Mildred T. and Roscoe Meador, Evelyn T. Shockley, Roanoke; one half brother and his wife, Robert L. and Merle Pearson, Bradonton, Fla. Also surviving are his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Margaret and Sam Hofawger, King, N.C., Everlene and Billy Altice, Molly "Mama" Moore, Rocky Mount, Peggy and Billy Walters, Chester, Carolyn and James Conner, Roanoke, Joan Poff, Vinton; and a number of nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. on September 22, 1997.¹

     Leonard Oakley "Oak" Howard was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,7 His Social Security Number was 228-38-2142.⁸ He was born on March 11, 1929 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,5,8 He married Geneva Gwendolene "Gwen" Poff, daughter of Millard Oliver Poff Sr. and Ruby Gaye Vest, on February 14, 1953 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,9,2,3,4,10 Leonard Oakley "Oak" Howard died on May 31, 2008 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 79.^3,6,8 He Leonard Oakley Howard, age 79, of Roanoke passed away on May 31, 2008 after a brave battle with cancer. A devoted husband and father, Oak was born March 11, 1929. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Ollie H. Howard, brothers, Lloyd and Rufus Howard, sisters, Geraldine Lavers, Elizabeth Sutphin and Elsie Epperly. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Gwendolene Poff Howard; three sons and daughters-in-law, Larry R. Howard, Kelly and Lisa Howard and Tony and Ronda Howard. Also surviving are grandchildren, Tara Howard, Cris and wife, Casey Howard, Michael and Amanda Watson, Zacharey and wife, Jessica Watson; four great-grandchildren, Isaac and Caleb Howard, Briona and Michael Watson; brothers, and sister-in-laws, Hugh Edward and Judith Howard and Jessie and Peggy Howard, Albert Howard; sister-in-law, Viola Howard; sisters and brother-in-laws, Dorothy Howard, Edith and Rifton Light, Mabel and Wayne Dulaney and many supportive in-laws, nieces and nephews; and a very special friend, Karen Nimmo. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Park. on June 3, 2008.³

     Tommy Jimmy Jackson Thomas Sr. married Josephine Ethyleen Poff, daughter of Millard Oliver Poff Sr. and Ruby Gaye Vest.^1,2,4,3 Tommy Jimmy Jackson Thomas Sr. was buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 35045 Loves Mill Road, Glade Spring, Washington Co., Virginia.^5,3 His Social Security Number was 229-58-4058.⁶ He was born on September 21, 1946 at Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Sep 20, 1946.^3,6,7 He died on March 15, 1987 at Abingdon, Washington Co., Virginia, at age 40.^5,3

     Walter Coles Gowen was buried at Mineral Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, 997 Norwood Road, Gladstone, Nelson Co., Virginia.^4,5 He was born on June 21, 1889 at Nelson Co., Virginia.^2,4,5,6 He married Rhoda Victoria "Rodhie" Tyree, daughter of Joseph Marshall Tyree and Georgianna Tyree, circa 1914.^7,8,9,5 Walter Coles Gowen died on October 21, 1948 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 59.^4,5

     His Social Security Number was 224-40-5634.³ Richard Donovan Patton was born on July 12, 1933 at Washington, D.C..^1,2,3,5 He married Sharon Guy Poff, daughter of Arthur Lewis "Al" Poff Sr. and Nellie Frances Graham, on January 1, 1987 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ Richard Donovan Patton and Sharon Guy Poff were divorced on February 3, 1992 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ Richard Donovan Patton died on November 29, 2003 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 70.^2,3,7,4 He Richard Donovan Patton, (Dick), 70 of Blacksburg, died Saturday, November 29, 2003, at his home. He was born in Tacoma Park, Md. on July 12, 1933 to the late Fay D. and Clara Barr Patton. He was an Assistant Vice President at the National Bank of Blacksburg for many years. Dick was an avid train lover. He is survived by his two daughters, Becky of Radford and Cynthia Patton of Salt Lake City, Utah; two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard L. (Retired Major US Army) and Claudia Patton of Brookline, N.H. and John T. and Susie Patton of Fairfax, Va; four grandchildren, Andrew Patton and wife, Tina, Elizabeth Patton, Sarah Patton and Hannah Patton. on December 1, 2003.²

     James Irvin "Jimmy" Mallory was buried at East Hill Cemetery, both sides of Rt. 11, Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ He died on May 17, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on May 17, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4

     His Social Security Number was 231-74-7855.⁷ Samuel Lewis "Sammy" Mallory Jr. was buried at East Hill Cemetery, both sides of Rt. 11, Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,8,4,6 He was born on March 3, 1950 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^{7,2,8,4,5,9,10} He married Shelby Elaine Poff, daughter of Albert Harvey Poff Sr. and Lela Mae "Bitts" DeWeese, on May 7, 1971 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ Samuel Lewis "Sammy" Mallory Jr. and Shelby Elaine Poff were divorced on December 10, 1982 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ Samuel Lewis "Sammy" Mallory Jr. married Sandra Sue Underwood on April 2, 1983 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁵ Samuel Lewis "Sammy" Mallory Jr. died on April 30, 1987 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 37.^2,8,4,6 He Samuel Lewis Mallory, Jr., age 37, of 717 Florida St., Salem, passed away Thursday. He is survived by his wife, Sandra U. Mallory; one son, Larry T. Pugh; one daughter, Tammy S. Bandy, Roanoke; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. Mallory, Sr., Moneta; one brother, Danny Mallory, Copper Hill; two sisters, Sandra Maxey, Elliston; and Judy Vest, Check. Burial in East Hill Cemetery, Elliston. on May 1, 1987.⁶

     Sandra Ann Mallory was born on May 22, 1946 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.² She married Jerry Lynwood Maxey, son of John Lewis "Johnny" Maxey and Helen Justine Poff, on November 18, 1961 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 As of November 18, 1961,her married name was Maxey. Sandra Ann Mallory died on December 1, 2022 at age 76.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 227-52-2446.⁷ Jerry Lynwood Maxey was born on May 27, 1942 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,3 He married Sandra Ann Mallory, daughter of Samuel Lewis "Sam" Mallory Sr. and Pearl Eileen Poff, on November 18, 1961 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,8,9 Jerry Lynwood Maxey died on February 14, 2008 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 65.^1,7,2 He Mr. Jerry Lynwood Maxey, 65, of Elliston, went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2008. He was the son of the late Johnny and Helen Maxey. Jerry was retired from Medeco as a set-up man. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We thank God for the memories and love that will last a lifetime. To the world you might just be one person but to one person you might just be the world. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by a sister, Jeanette Mills. He leaves behind his Valentine of 46 years, Sandra M. Maxey; his children, Kim Trobaugh and husband, Scott, of Christiansburg, Scott Maxey and wife, Shannon, of Glenvar, Tracie Sowder and husband, Steve, of Salem, and Janice Caswell, of Shawsville; seven grandchildren, Mallory, Samantha, Logan, Alec, Cayden, Brian and wife, Sheena, and Dana and husband, Chad; five great-grandchildren, Bryan, Kacey, Haylynn, Ashlynn and Tyler; a brother, Wayne Wilson and wife, Elta, of Copperhill; three sisters, Mary Dunn and husband, Andrew, and Torri Mills and husband, Bruce, all of Elliston, and Barbara Jean Irby; a brother-in-law, Irvin Mills; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2008, at Big Spring Baptist Church in Elliston with Pastor Kenneth Gray officiating. The family wishes to give a special thanks to Dr. Hippensteel and all at Pulmonary Associates for their excellent care in allowing our family to have extended time to love him. We would also like to give a special thanks to Carilion New River Valley Hospital and the wonderful staff for their excellent care. on February 15, 2008.¹

     Matilda Ann Walters was buried at William Walters Family Cemetery, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ She was born circa 1825 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4,5 She married Andrew C. Conner, son of William P. Conner Sr. and Catherine "Katy" Poff, on April 22, 1845 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,1 As of April 22, 1845,her married name was Conner. Matilda Ann Walters died before June 13, 1900; Her husband was enumerated as a widower in the 1900 Census.⁷

     Lucinda "Lucy" Goin was buried at Gowen Family Cemetery, on Rt 820 near Rt 657, Gladstone, Nelson Co., Virginia.^1,6 She was born on March 15, 1892 at Virginia.^1,5 She married James William Peters on April 6, 1914.^1,5 As of April 6, 1914,her married name was Peters. Lucinda "Lucy" Goin died on May 21, 1968 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 76.^1,5

     Lizzie Pearl Johnson was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 Her Social Security Number was 228-48-8824.⁵ She was born on June 30, 1908 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,2,3,4 She married Sherman Riley Poff, son of James Samuel A. Poff and Lucy Mahala Manning, on May 5, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,1,2,3,7 As of May 5, 1927,her married name was Poff.³ Lizzie Pearl Johnson died on March 18, 1999 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 90.^5,1,2,7 She POFF, Lizzie Johnson, 90, of Roanoke, died Thursday, March 18, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sherman R. Poff. She is survived by four sons, Walter S. Poff, Carrollton, Tx., Douglas S. Poff, Blue Ridge, Curtis R. Poff, Roanoke, Ira L. Poff, Roanoke; two daughters, Muzetta P. Ramsey, Bedford County and Eileen P. Board, Roanoke; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. on March 20, 1999.¹

     James William Peters was born on March 29, 1878 at Amherst Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth year of 1876.^1,2,3 He married Lucinda "Lucy" Goin, daughter of Fitzhugh Lee Goin and Georgia Anna Tyree, on April 6, 1914.^4,3 James William Peters died on October 27, 1945 at Gladstone, Nelson Co., Virginia, at age 67.³

     Curtis Riley Poff was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ His Social Security Number was 225-54-6213.¹¹ He was born on February 18, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,6,11 He married Cynthia Ann Lee, daughter of Carl Arthur Lee Jr., on March 4, 1966 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Curtis Riley Poff and Cynthia Ann Lee were divorced on June 19, 1998 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹² Curtis Riley Poff died on December 20, 2013 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 70.^3,5,7,11 He Curtis Riley Poff, 70, of Roanoke, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by twin brother, Chester R. Poff; and parents, Sherman and Lizzy Poff. Curtis retired after working over 40 years from General Electric. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 1961 to 1965. He was an avid golfer. Survivors include his daughter, Charlotte Hartman; son, Roy Poff; grandchildren, Christina, Catherine, Jason; 5 great-grandchildren; brothers, Walter Poff, Douglas Poff, Ira Poff; sisters, Muzetta Ramsey, Eileen Board. on December 21, 2013.³

     Muzetta Otie Poff Muzetta Poff Ramsey, 93, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. She was born in Virginia on April 26, 1928 to the late Sherman R. and Lizzie Johnson Poff. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Harold Ramsey; son, Patrick N. Ramsey; sister, Eileen Board and a brother, Curtis Poff. Muzetta is survived by a daughter, Melanie J. Ramsey; daughter-in-law, Althea Ramsey; grandsons, Stuart Ramsey, Adam Ramsey and Matthew Ramsey; great grandchildren, Elizabeth Musselman and Jason Ramsey; brothers, Walter Poff, Douglas Poff and Ira Poff and numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Burial will follow the service at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.³ She was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^3,11 She was born on April 26, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,11,4 As of May 26, 1951,her married name was Ramsey.² She married Harold Nelson Ramsey on May 26, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 Muzetta Otie Poff died on December 15, 2021 at Virginia at age 93.^3,11

     Harold Nelson Ramsey was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^6,3 His Social Security Number was 223-36-0980.² He was born on March 7, 1927 at Thaxton, Bedford Co., Virginia.^{1,6,2,3,4,5,7} He married Muzetta Otie Poff, daughter of Sherman Riley Poff and Lizzie Pearl Johnson, on May 26, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,8 Harold Nelson Ramsey died on November 9, 1988 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 61.^6,2,3,7,9