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     His Social Security Number was 241-12-8807.⁵ Curtis Wimmer "Dick" Manning was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,1 He was born on May 26, 1916 at Virginia.⁵ He married Mabel Lee "Nubbin" Wimmer, daughter of Thomas Flemmington "Flem" Wimmer and Hattie F. DeWeese, on December 23, 1937 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,1,7 Curtis Wimmer "Dick" Manning died on August 1, 1996 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 80.^5,1 He MANNING, Curtis Wimmer, "Dick", 80, of Copper Hill, died Thursday night, August 1, 1996 at his home. Surviving are his wife, Mabel Wimmer Manning, Copper Hill; one son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Beverly Manning, Roanoke; three grandchildren, Paula Kawamura, Michael Manning, both of Roanoke and Michelle Manning, Nashville, Tenn; one great-grandchild Kame Kameka; two brothers, Howard Manning, Thomas, Ga. and William Manning, Roanoke; three sisters, Lillie Mae Clingenpeel, Roanoke, Betty Marie Brubaker, Richmond and Mary Jane Farmer, Kingston, Tenn. Funeral services will be Sunday 2 p.m. at the Copper Hill Church of the Brethren with Rev. Dale Bowman and Rev. Will Roberts officiating with interment in the church cemetery. Body will be moved from Woods Funeral Home to Oakey's South Chapel noon Saturday where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on August 3, 1996.¹

     James Lee "Jimmie" Manning James Lee Manning (Jimmie) 81 of Roanoke, VA passed away on Wednesday 29, 2021. He was born on July 14, 1940. After graduating Check High School in 1959 he served his country in the Army Reserve. One of Jim’s passions was his love for vehicles (trucks, cars, boats, campers, etc.) How could you not wonder then, why he would go to work for several different trucking companies as a sales representative, after which he started his own trucking business in 1982. He retired in 2009. Jim dearly loved his family and friends. He is survived in death by his wife, Beverly, his daughter Paula Tompkins, and special friend Jennifer of Roanoke, his son Michael Manning, and wife Julie of Lynchburg, and his daughter Michelle Woods, and husband Chris of Tennessee; six grandchildren, and three step grandchildren.⁴ He married Beverly Unknown.^5,2,4 James Lee "Jimmie" Manning was born on July 14, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,6,4 He married Patricia Clay Allen, daughter of Raymond William Allen and Sylvia Dove Fralin, on June 30, 1962 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ James Lee "Jimmie" Manning and Patricia Clay Allen were divorced on May 14, 1975 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ James Lee "Jimmie" Manning died on December 29, 2021 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 81.⁴

     Lucy Claudine Williams was born on September 20, 1929 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,7 She married Carl McKinley Wimmer Sr., son of Thomas Flemmington "Flem" Wimmer and Hattie F. DeWeese, on November 26, 1949 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,6 As of November 26, 1949,her married name was Wimmer. Lucy Claudine Williams died on November 8, 2020 at Virginia at age 91.⁶ She Mrs. Lucy Claudine Wimmer, 91, of Copper Hill, Virginia, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, November 8, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Williams, and her husband, Carl M. Wimmer Sr. Claudine is survived by her three children, Joan Nichols (Harvey), C.M. Wimmer (Ellen), and Beverley Boothe (David). Also surviving are four grandsons whom she cherished and four great-grandchildren. Her surviving siblings are Mrs. Yvonne Smith and Wilson (Pee Wee) Williams, along with several nieces and nephews. Claudine was a lifetime member of Pippin Hill Church which she held close to her heart. Visitation will be held from 5 until 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at Oakey's South Chapel. The Funeral Service will be conducted at 12 noon on Friday, November 13, 2020, also at Oakey's South Chapel with burial to follow at Copper Hill Cemetery. on November 11, 2020.⁶

     Carl McKinley Wimmer Jr. was born on October 31, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5 He married Ellen Roberta Ryan on May 15, 1982 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^4,5 Carl McKinley Wimmer Jr. died on November 4, 2023 at Covington, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 68.⁵ He Carl McKinley Wimmer, Jr., age 68, of 1447 South Carpenter Drive, Covington, Virginia died Saturday, November 4, 2023 at his residence. Carl was born October 31, 1955 in Roanoke, Virginia to the late Carl McKinley Sr. and Lucy Claudine Williams Wimmer. He was a retired mechanical designer for Westrock of Covington. He was a member of Clifton Forge Presbyterian Church, a fan of the Los Angeles Rams and the Virginia Tech Hokies. Carl loved camping, fishing, painting, drawing, woodwork, gardening, and the guitar; but most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially at the kids' games. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Ryan Wimmer; two sons, Matthew McKinley Wimmer and wife Tonya of Crozet, Virginia and Benjamin Thomas Wimmer and wife Natalie of Blacksburg; two sisters, Beverly Boothe and husband David of Vinton, and Joan Nicholas and husband Harvey of Bent Mountain, Roanoke; two grandchildren, Aubrey Wimmer and Colin Wimmer; and two special nephews, Michael Nichols and Patrick Nichols. In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated. Honorary pallbearers will be Allen Vest, David Boothe, Michael Nichols, Patrick Nichols, Darrell Gleason, Dale Anderson, Scott Peters, and Gerald Kaney. on November 7, 2023.⁵

     Alfred Dewey Williams was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^8,2,4,6 His Social Security Number was 223-28-7075.⁹ He was born on June 25, 1898 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,9,5,6 He married Grace Salome Nichols, daughter of Emmanuel Hawkin/Hawkins Nichols and Octavia Lucy Jane Wimmer, on September 29, 1920 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,6 Alfred Dewey Williams died on February 12, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^7,6

     Grace Salome Nichols was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,2,4 Her Social Security Number was 225-92-4520.⁶ She was born on February 26, 1901 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,3 She married Alfred Dewey Williams, son of Charles Haden Williams and Eliza Jane Shilling, on September 29, 1920 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,7 As of September 29, 1920,her married name was Williams.² Grace Salome Nichols died on July 2, 1989 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 88.^2,6,4,7

     Ashley Brent Wimmer Ashley Brent Wimmer passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the age of 67, surrounded by loved ones who will strive to honor his memory. Ashley was the son of the late James "Dink" Wimmer and Freeda Wimmer. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Anita Wimmer; devoted daughter Elisha (David) Donahue; cherished grandchildren, Aysha Alton, Amaya Alton, Lillian Donahue, and David "Brent" Donahue; his adoring sisters, Charlotte (James) Austin, Susan (Steve) Smith, Annette (Lynn) Mills, Connie (Steve) See, and Michele Wimmer; his brother, Ronald (Kathy) Wimmer; special friend, Betsy Draper; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Mac and Priscilla Whitlock; Sister-in-laws, Donna Slusher and Shari Whitlock; many special nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a host of long-time friends. Ashley grew up in Floyd, Virginia, a town he and his wife loved and just recently moved back to. He was a Navy veteran and a truck driver for over 27 years. His passions were family and friends, music, cars, and living life to the fullest. His dearest friends were found through his music, which started at a young age through the influence of his musical family. As a musician, he played with numerous local bands, including Mountain Fever Band, ETA, Fatz, Rebel Guns, and Jade. He also achieved his dream of becoming a race car driver at many local tracks. He truly was a man of many talents.³ He was born on July 6, 1954 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 He married Susan Faye Radford on August 18, 1980 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ Ashley Brent Wimmer and Susan Faye Radford were divorced on July 24, 1985 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Ashley Brent Wimmer married Anita Ellen Whitlock, daughter of Donald McLane Whitlock and Priscilla Ellen Miller, on November 17, 1990 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,2,7 Ashley Brent Wimmer died on March 19, 2022 at Virginia at age 67.³

     Anita Ellen Whitlock was born on July 29, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 She married Ashley Brent Wimmer, son of James Winfred "Dink" Wimmer and Freeda Ellen Williams, on November 17, 1990 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,1,5 As of November 17, 1990,her married name was Wimmer.¹ Anita Ellen Whitlock died on November 4, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 59.⁵ She Anita W. Wimmer, 59, of Floyd, Va., passed away peacefully on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ashley Brent Wimmer; niece, Megan Radford; and brother-in-law, Freeman "FM" Slusher. She is survived by her parents, D. McLane "Mac" and Priscilla Whitlock; stepdaughter, Elisha (David) Donahue; grandchildren, Aysha and Amaya Alton, and Lillian "Lilli" and David "Brent" Donahue; sisters, Donna Slusher and Shari Whitlock; nephews, Joseph "Joey" Slusher, Logan (Chelsea) Slusher, and Derek Radford; great nephews and niece, Austin, Caleb and Kinley Slusher; and special friend, Deanna (Steve) Wentz. After graduating from Virginia Tech with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Anita began her career as a Certified Public Accountant at Deloitte and Touche in Roanoke, Va. In 1993, she began working at Stanley Furniture in Martinsville, Va., progressing in various roles until her retirement, as Vice President of Finance after 25 years of service. After her retirement until she passed, she maintained a position of Controller at Rockwood Specialties, LLC. Anita enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and going to her husband's band performances. Family and friends remember her as being loving, caring, free-minded, and educated person to be around. She could light up any room with her laughter and enjoyment. She spent her retirement years with Ashley building their forever home in Floyd, Va., to be closer to family and friends. on November 9, 2022.⁵

     James Montgomery McNeil was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,2 He was born on October 7, 1869 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,1,2 He married Olia Odoxie Sisson, daughter of John Henry Sisson and Virginia Catherine "Ginny" Board, on March 27, 1892 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4,1,2 James Montgomery McNeil died on April 4, 1940 at age 70.^4,1,2

     Olia Odoxie Sisson was buried at Iddings Cemetery, near intersection of Daniel's Run Road and Huffville Road, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on December 25, 1876 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,2,3,1 She married James Montgomery McNeil, son of Henry McNeil and Sarah Jane Manning, on March 27, 1892 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,4,3,1 As of March 27, 1892,her married name was McNeil. Olia Odoxie Sisson died on February 28, 1958 at age 81.^4,3,1

     Casper Duhering "Chess" DeWese was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Williamson, Mingo Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born on January 16, 1891 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Feb 16, 1890.^1,3,4 He married Gertrude Della Hall circa 1922.^6,4,7 Casper Duhering "Chess" DeWese died on March 11, 1948 at Williamson, Mingo Co., West Virginia, at age 57.⁴