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     His Social Security Number was 226-40-0975.⁴ Thomas Wesley Willis was buried at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 723 Upper Miamisburg Road, Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., Ohio.^3,10 He was born on August 1, 1933 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^11,3,10,4,6 He married Dixie Branham on June 26, 1953 at Yadkin Co., North Carolina.^3,12,5 Thomas Wesley Willis married Lucinda Hicks circa 2000.³ Thomas Wesley Willis died on July 31, 2011 at Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 77.^11,3,10,4 He WILLIS, Thomas Wesley age 77, of Miamisburg, and formerly of Germantown, OH, passed away Sunday July 31, 2011, at Sycamore Hospital. He was born in Floyd County, on August 1, 1933, to the late Wilford A. and Lake (Woods) Willis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 45 years, Dixie (Branham) Willis in 1998; a son, Roy Lee Bartley; a brother, Wilford Willis, and a sister, Edna Mae Morris. Tom retired from General Motors Products division in 1996 after 30 years of service; and was a member of Heavenly Highway Tabernacle. He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Lucinda (Hicks) Willis; 4 daughters, Fayetta (Larry) Heller and Myrtle (Carson) Cole of all of Germantown, Norma Jean Miller of Middletown and Barbara Ann (Scott) of Schuster of Carlisle; 2 sons, and Donald "Johnny" (Marguerite) Owens of Germantown; a daughter-in-law, Ruth Ann Bartley of Centerville; 21 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Ruth Price of Pulaski, VA and Lillian "Carol" (James) Connors of Christiansburg, VA; 3 brothers, Wilford Willis, Jr. of Vandalia, Jerry Lee Willis of Check, VA and Michael Willis of Las Vegas, NV. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery. The family would like to extend a gracious thank you to the Sycamore I.C.U. Dept, Dr. Sheth, Krista, Terry and Katie for the wonderful care they provided. on August 2, 2011.³

     Dixie Branham was buried at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 723 Upper Miamisburg Road, Miamisburg, Montgomery Co., Ohio.^5,2 She Mrs. Dixie Willis, 81, of Germantown, passed away Sunday, Dec. 13, 1998. She was born on March 10, 1917, in Pike County, Ky., and was a member of Heavenly Highway Tabernacle in Middletown. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Thomas Wesley Willis; two daughters, Fayetta (Larry) Heller and Myrtle (Carson) Cole, both of Germantown; two sons, Roy Lee (Ruth Ann) Bartley of Moraine and Donald B. "Johnny'' (Marguerite) Owens of Germantown; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Edith Young of Virginia and Pearl Gibson of Kentucky; four brothers, Billy Joe and Curt Branham, both of Virginia, and Carl and David Branham, both of Kentucky. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery.² Her Social Security Number was 226-38-2341.³ She was born on March 10, 1917 at Manly, Pike Co., Kentucky.^5,2,3 She married Thomas Wesley Willis, son of Wilford Archie Willis and Lake Evelyn Wood, on June 26, 1953 at Yadkin Co., North Carolina.^1,2,4 As of June 26, 1953,her married name was Willis.⁴ Dixie Branham died on December 13, 1998 at Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 81.^5,2,3,6

     Wilford Junior Willis was buried at Polk Grove Cemetery, Frederick Pike and West National Road, Butler Township, Montgomery Co., Ohio.^3,7 He was born on June 1, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,7,8,9 He married Mary Lee Benton circa 1963.^7,10 Wilford Junior Willis died on August 29, 2014 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 74.^3,7,8 He WILLIS, Wilford J., age 74 of Vandalia passed away Friday, August 29, 2014 at Hospice of Dayton. He was born June 1, 1940 in Pilot, VA, son of the late Wilford A. Lake (Woods) Willis. Wilford retired after 47 years of service from the Price Brothers Pipe Company. Preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Mary Willis, 1 sister and 1 brother, Wilford is survived by one son, Larry Willis (Andrea) and one daughter, Tracy Sams (Kevin); 3 grandchildren, Evan Willis, Rachael Sams & Jessica Sams; 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Interment will follow at Polk Grove Cemetery. on August 31, 2014.³

     Mary Lee Benton was buried at Polk Grove Cemetery, Frederick Pike and West National Road, Butler Township, Montgomery Co., Ohio.¹ She was born on June 29, 1943 at Kentucky.^1,2,3 She married Wilford Junior Willis, son of Wilford Archie Willis and Lake Evelyn Wood, circa 1963.^1,4 As of circa 1963,her married name was Willis.⁴ Mary Lee Benton died on February 18, 2005 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 61.^1,4,2,5 She WILLIS, Mary L. age 61 of Vandalia, passed away Friday February 18, 2005 at Miami Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness. She had been an employee of Shopsmith. Mary is survived by her husband of 42 years, Wilford J. Willis of Vandalia, one daughter Tracy & husband Kevin Sams of Vandalia, one son Larry & wife Andrea Willis of Phoenix, AZ, 3 grandchildren Evan Willis, Rachael Sams and Jessica Sams, 3 brothers and 8 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews other relatives and friends. Burial will follow at Polk Grove Cemetery. on February 19, 2005.⁴

     Jerry Lee Willis Jerry Lee Willis was born on October 23, 1948 to Wilford Archie and Lake Evelyn Willis on a beautiful Saturday afternoon on Goose Creek in Check, VA, Floyd County. Jerry joined the Army during the Vietnam War. After service, he moved to the state of Michigan where he found employment with General Motors for 30 years until his disability retirement in 2005. At that time, he returned to his home state of Virginia in Riner where he found solace in his log home on the mountain until his death on December 29, 2023. Jerry is survived by one daughter, Katelyn Marie Thomas, who is now serving in the United States Navy, stationed in Japan. Jerry Lee is also has three living siblings out of seven, two living sisters, Ruth Madeline Price of Pulaski, Lillian Carol Conner and husband James of Christiansburg; and one brother, Michael Raye Willis and wife Wanda of Georgia. Interment will follow in the Restvale Cemetery.⁵ He was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ He married Sandy Unknown.¹ Jerry Lee Willis was born on October 23, 1948 at Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,5 He died on December 29, 2023 at Virginia at age 75.⁵

     Raymond William King was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 223-28-2079.¹² He was born on August 25, 1924 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^12,13,4,5,6 He married Evelyn Oneter Vest, daughter of William Brethard Vest Sr. and Susan Ann "Susie" Collins, on December 21, 1946 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,14,3 Raymond William King died on December 8, 2002 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 78.^2,1,12,7 He KING, RAYMOND WILLIAM, 78, of Christiansburg, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2002, at his home. He was preceded in death by an infant son. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Evelyn King of Christiansburg; one son, Douglas L. King of Radford; one sister, Maude Conner of Roanoke; one brother and sister-in-law, Junior and Donna King of Christiansburg; one niece and several nephews. The family wishes to thank their neighbors on Round Hill Drive for their prayers and concern, as well as the Gentle Shepherd Hospice for care given. on December 10, 2002.²

     Sam William Gibson was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^5,3 His Social Security Number was 228-30-6078.⁶ He was born on November 21, 1927 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia; His draft card and gravestone have a birth year of 1926.^1,2,4,6 He married Ruby Mae Conner, daughter of Ralph Edward Conner and Alpha Carnegia King, on July 12, 1986 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Sam William Gibson died on January 7, 2011 at Virginia at age 83.^3,6 He Samuel William Gibson, 83, of Vinton, Va., went home to be with his Lord on Friday, January 7, 2011. Surviving are his children, Tex, Joyce Ann and husband, Penny, Benjamin and wife, Diane, Phillip and wife, Barbara, Victor, Pamela and husband, Mike, David, Eddie and wife, Judy, Jennifer; eighteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; his brother and sister, Simon and Marie; special friend, Annie Gibson; and several nieces and nephews. Sam enjoyed his fishing, truck driving, going to yard sales and gardening. A graveside service will be held in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on January 10, 2011.³

     His Social Security Number was 226-28-4436.⁸ Christian Hezekiah Wickham Jr. was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Pilots Lane, Henrico Co., Virginia.⁹ He was born on April 24, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^8,3 He married Barbara Anne Mullens on February 3, 1948 at Lynchburg, Virginia.³ Christian Hezekiah Wickham Jr. died on August 25, 1997 at Virginia at age 71.^8,9 He WICKHAM, Christian H. Jr., 71, of Richmond, formerly of Roanoke, died Monday, August 25, 1997. He is survived by his wife, Barbara A. Wickham; sons, Randall A. and Jonathan A. Wickham; sisters, Ann Clark, Nellie Childress, Marie Martin, Christine Martin, Betty Pratt, and Mary Alice Smith; brother, James W. Wickham; grandchildren, Bridjette, Allison, and Jonathan Christian Wickham. His remains rest at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rt. 10), Richmond, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday. Int erment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. on August 27, 1997.⁹

     Evelyn Annie Conner was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,7 Her Social Security Number was 226-32-9183.⁸ She was born on March 29, 1925 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,9,7 She married Jackson Lincoln "Jack" Wimmer, son of Daniel Moses Wimmer and Cammie Inez DeWeese, on December 24, 1946 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,3,6,4 As of December 24, 1946,her married name was Wimmer.⁴ Evelyn Annie Conner died on December 13, 2008 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^3,8,10,7 She Evelyn Conner Wimmer, 83, of Roanoke, went to be with her Lord, December 13, 2008. She was preceded in death by two sons, Luke and Bruce, one daughter, Sandra, five brothers, Stanford, Rudolph, Wilburn, Alvin and Frank Conner. Surviving, her husband, Jackson L. (Jack) Wimmer, her husband of 62 years; three sons, Richard and Brenda Wimmer of Bedford, James Wade Wimmer and Jackson Lee and Kathy Wimmer, all of Roanoke; one daughter, Marsha Marie and Mark Weddle of Roanoke; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one brother, Garland and Virginia Conner of Christiansburg; a special sister-in-law and friend, Annie Mae Conner of Roanoke. Funeral service at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren with interment in the church cemetery. on December 15, 2008.³

     His Social Security Number was 224-20-1084.¹⁵ Jackson Lincoln "Jack" Wimmer was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹⁶ He was born on February 11, 1924 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^{15,16,8,9,10,17} He married Evelyn Annie Conner, daughter of Samuel Harley Conner and Mamie Arabelle Conner, on December 24, 1946 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5,18,8 Jackson Lincoln "Jack" Wimmer died on March 20, 2010 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 86.^6,15,7,16,17 He Jackson L. Wimmer, 86, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 20, 2010. He was a member of the Peters Creek Church of the Brethren. He was also an Army/Air Force veteran of World War II who served as a military policeman in England and France. He was retired from Johnson Carper. Jackson was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn A. Wimmer; his sons, Bruce W. Wimmer and Andrew Wimmer; his daughter, Sandra J. Wimmer; one brother and four sisters. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Brenda Wimmer, of Bedford, James W. Wimmer, of Roanoke, Lee and Kathy Wimmer, of Roanoke; his daughter, Marsha M. Weddle, of Roanoke; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy W. Tuck, of Roanoke. on March 22, 2010.⁶

     William Alvin "Alvie' Conner was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^13,6,8 His Social Security Number was 223-26-6408.¹⁴ He was born on November 1, 1922 at Bent Mountain, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{14,4,5,15,6,8,16} He married Doris Jean Agee, daughter of George Lee Agee and Abbie Mary Thompson, on July 3, 1947 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{13,1,17,18,19,20,21,4,6} William Alvin "Alvie' Conner died on December 3, 2003 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 81.^{13,14,6,7,8,16} He William A. Conner, 81, of Salem, Va., passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2003 in the Veterans Medical Center. He was an Army Veteran of World War II and served as a Military Policeman. He was a member of the Copper Hill Church of the Brethren. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Doris Conner of Salem; two sons and their wives, Billy and Gracie Conner of Salem, William (Willie) and Sarah Connor of Roanoke; four daughters and their husbands, Betty and David Greene of Check, Mary and Kenneth Beckner of Boutetourt, Carolyn and Donald Atkins of Roanoke and Linda and Jimmy Jefferson of Shawsville; 17 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Wimmer of Roanoke; and one brother, Garland Conner of Montgomery County. Graveside Military rites will be at the Head of the River Church Cemetery by the Floyd VFW Post #7854 and the American Legion Post #127. on December 5, 2003.¹³

     Julia Ann "Julie" "July" Conner was born on July 10, 1844 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ She died on October 19, 1918 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 74.^3,4

     Guy French Ellett II Guy French Ellett II, 85, of Riner, passed away on June 29, 2022. He was a veteran of 5 branches of the military and retired as Sergeant First Class from the U.S. Army. Guy was preceded in death by his parents, Robert T. Ellett and Minnie Henderson Ellett; and his grandson, Matthew Thaddeus Ellett. He is survived by his loving wife, Juanita Ellett; son, Kevin Ellett (Anne); daughter, Colleen Farmer (Kyle); grandson, Robert 'Travis' Ellett; stepson, Keith Spence (Helen); step-grandsons, Michael and David Spence and Christian (Gus) Farmer; great-grandson, Dalton Ellett; sister-in-law, Gerlene Conner (Macle); and brother-in-law, Alvin Hale. The family would like to thank Carilion NRV Hospice, Blue Ridge Cancer Care, and Carilion Cardiovascular Heart Clinic for their excellent service and compassion.³ He was born on November 27, 1936 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4 He married Juanita June Hale, daughter of Irvin Lee Hale and Dottie Vallie Wilson, on November 29, 1985 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 Guy French Ellett II died on June 29, 2022 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 85.³

     His Social Security Number was 226-50-7524.⁴ Donald Ray Bush was buried at Routt Family Cemetery, Virginia.⁵ He was born on August 19, 1940 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,2,6 He married Virginia Lee Robinson, daughter of Henry Thomas Robinson Jr. and Maida Virginia "Mada V." Conner, on October 8, 1966 at Leaksville, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.¹ Donald Ray Bush and Virginia Lee Robinson were divorced on February 16, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Donald Ray Bush died on October 6, 2005 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia, at age 65.^4,6,3,5 He Donald Ray Bush, 65, of Gretna and formerly of Roanoke, Va., died Thursday, October 6, 2005. He served in the United States Army in Vietnam and was a recipient of the purple heart. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and two brothers. He is survived by two daughters, Susan V. Pack and husband, David A. Pack, of Shawsville, and Elizabeth A. Bush, of Roanoke; four grandchildren, Michael, Samantha and Daniel Pack, and Katrina Stepp; three sisters, Marie Simmons, Christine Mutter and Susan McCoy; three brothers, Russell Bush, Jerry Bush and Bobby Bush. Also, many other loving relatives and friends survive. Burial with military honors will follow in the Routt Family Cemetery. on October 9, 2005.⁵

     Leo Richard "Rickey" Busch was born on August 16, 1926 at Springfield, Greene Co., Missouri.^2,4,5 He married Phyllis Ann Conner, daughter of Wayne Alvin Conner and Molly Laird Bandy, on June 23, 1973 at Charlottesville, Virginia.^1,2,3,5 Leo Richard "Rickey" Busch died on February 7, 2017 at Virginia at age 90.⁵ He Leo Richard Busch died peacefully on February 7, 2017, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 16, 1926, in Springfield, Missouri, and lived in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia since 1954. He was the only child of Leo Francis Busch and Georgia Dent Busch. In 1943, he volunteered to serve in the U.S. Army Air Corps during the Second World War. After the war, he returned to school to complete his studies at Drury College in Springfield, Missouri, and graduated in 1947. He was married to Margaret Ann Donegan in 1950, and they had five children by whom he is survived, Catherine Ann Hughes (Herbert), Richard Joseph Busch (Lisa), Honorah Louise Sullivan (Michael), Stephen Donegan Busch (Susan), and, George Patrick Busch (Ann). In 1973, he married Phyllis Ann Haynes and they enjoyed 32 happy years together until her death in 2006. He is also survived by his stepdaughter, Kim Leslie Hale; ten grandchildren, Eric S. Hughes, Kristina R. Busch, Molly Sullivan Hickey, Richard P. Busch, LCDR Michael Colin Sullivan, USN, M. Brent Hughes, Charles Richard Busch II, James Francis Busch, Whitney Anne Busch, and Frank R. Hale IV; and, five great grandchildren. His greatest interest was his family and he supported his children and their families with unqualified love, encouragement and support. He was an avid outdoorsman and gardener, and passed his deep interest for these activities to his family. He was employed for 35 years by E.R Squibb & Sons, Inc., in pharmaceutical sales, retiring as a Division Manager. He received numerous awards throughout his career, but the one he coveted the most was the "Dr. E.R. Squibb Award," the company's highest recognition. He had a deep love for his friends in the "Good Ole Guys" poker club that met monthly for more than 50 years, especially Ralph A. "Bogey" Harrison, Jr., his life-long friend. In recent years he found great comfort in the companionship of Gertrude "Mary Jo" Muir. The family wants to recognize and express their deep appreciation for the wonderful care provided to their father at Our Lady of Peace Assisted Living, and at the Martha Jefferson Hospital. on February 11, 2017.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 228-14-2450.⁸ Margaret Carlene King was buried at Blanford Cemetery, 319 South Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia.^2,3 She was born on December 28, 1917 at Petersburg, Virginia.^8,7,3,4 As of June 10, 1935,her married name was Nimmo.⁵ She married James Millard "Jimmy" Nimmo on June 10, 1935 at Petersburg, Virginia.^6,2,5 Margaret Carlene King died on January 5, 2004 at Petersburg, Virginia, at age 86.^8,2,3 She Margaret Carlene King Nimmo, 86, widow of James M. Nimmo, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2003, at home. A native of and Petersburg resident for 40 years, she was a Peninsula resident for the past nine years and was a former cosmetologist at Miller & Rhoads. She was predeceased by her daughter, Gypsy Carol, and two sons, Travis Wayne and James Carlton. She is survived by five children, Neil A. Nimmo and wife, Donna, M. Tyrone Nimmo and Sandy, Bonnie King, Dale Keith Nimmo, and Phyllis Carlene Nimmo; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Interment will be in Blandford Cemetery. on January 7, 2004.²

     James Millard "Jimmy" Nimmo was buried at Blanford Cemetery, 319 South Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia.^6,1,5 His Social Security Number was 719-07-8552.³ He was born on August 22, 1916 at Ettrick, Chesterfield Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5 He married Margaret Carlene King, daughter of Carlton Ellis "Carl" King and Ida Blanch E. Conner, on June 10, 1935 at Petersburg, Virginia.^7,8,2 James Millard "Jimmy" Nimmo died on September 20, 1994 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 78.^6,1,3,5,9 He James Millard Nimmo, age 78, of Check, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 1994, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was retired from N&W Railroad. Survived by his wife, Carlene K. Nimmo, of Check; three sons, Neil A. Nimmo, M. Tyrone Nimmo and Dale K. Nimmo, all of Newport News; three daughters, Gypsy Cook, of Richmond, Bonnie King, of Buena Vista, and Phyllis C. Nimmo, of Newport News; one brother, Curtis Nimmo, of Colonial Heights; one sister, Mattie Cole, of Chester; 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Graveside services will be n Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg. on September 22, 1994.⁶

     Phyllis Carlene Nimmo Phyllis Carlene Nimmo, 75, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 in Hampton, VA. She was born to James Millard Nimmo and Margaret Carlene King in Petersburg, VA. Phyllis graduated from Dinwiddie County High School, and college in Goldsboro, North Carolina. She was certified by the State of Virginia as a Dental Hygienist on June 9, 1970. Phyllis loved living and vacationing near the waters of Virginia and North Carolina. She took a couple of vacations in Hawaii. Phyllis wrote many songs including a ballad of hurricane Camille, which devastated many families of the Virginia mountains in 1969. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Gypsy Carol Cline; two brothers, Travis Wayne and James Carlton Nimmo. She is survived by her brothers, Neil Arvel, Millard Tyrone and Dale Keith Nimmo and sister, Bonnie King. Phyllis was loved by many cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, grandparents and her in laws. She was previously married to Robert Lee Meier. God bless and rest her while awaiting her personal resurrection. Her ashes will be interred at Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg, VA.⁵ She was buried at Blanford Cemetery, 319 South Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia.⁵ She was born on December 19, 1947 at Petersburg, Virginia.^5,6,7 As of August 1, 1970,her married name was Meier.⁷ She married Robert Lee Meier on August 1, 1970 at Knox Township, Clarion Co., Pennsylvania.^5,7 Phyllis Carlene Nimmo and Robert Lee Meier were divorced on May 6, 1982 at Williamsburg, Virginia.⁷ Phyllis Carlene Nimmo died on April 4, 2023 at Hampton, Virginia, at age 75.⁵