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     Edith Nadine Walters was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁷ She was born on December 30, 1921 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,7,4 She married Edward Beauregard Hill on December 16, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,7,8 As of December 16, 1940,her married name was Hill.³ Edith Nadine Walters Mrs. Edith Walters Hill, 37, of 7512 Barrens Rd., NW, died today in a local hospital. She was a member of North Roanoke Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Edward B. Hill; two daughters, Edith Marie and Phyllis Ann Hill, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Opie B. Walters, all of Roanoke; two sisters, Mrs. George Gilliand, Meadville, Pa., and Mrs. C. A. Chockley, Rt. 5, Roanoke; one brother, Jack E. Walters, Roanoke. on January 22, 1959.⁸ She died on January 22, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 37.^7,8

     Jack Edward "Frog" Walters was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on December 10, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ He married Evelyn Doris Lucas circa 1950.^2,9 Jack Edward "Frog" Walters died on August 28, 1995 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 66.^2,4 He WALTERS, Jack Edward, ("Frog"), 66, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, August 28, 1995, at his residence. Jack was retired from the East End Shop of Norfolk & Western Railway with 42 years service. Surviving are his wife, Evelyn Lucas Walters; his daughters, Cathy W. Cadd, Rebecca W. Blankenship, both of Roanoke; a son-in-law, James R. Cadd, Vinton; four grandchildren, Lori Mullen, Robin Dillon, Jim Cadd, Jenna Blankenship; a special great-grandson, Joseph Mullen; two great-grandchildren, Jamie and Nicky Dillon; two sisters, Edna Chockley, Goodview, Cleo Gilliand and her husband, George, Stow, Ohio; a sister-in-law, Mary Roop and her husband, Joe, Roanoke; a brother-in-law, Manuel Lucas, Roanoke; also several nieces and nephews. Interment in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on August 29, 1995.²

     Edna Marie Walters was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,8 She was born on May 14, 1930 at Roanoke, Virginia.^8,3 She married Charlie Arthur Chockley Jr. on July 16, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^9,2,6,10 As of July 16, 1948,her married name was Chockley. Edna Marie Walters died on September 1, 2014 at Virginia at age 84.^2,8 She Edna Marie Walters Chockley, 84, of Vinton, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014. She was predeceased by mother and father, Irene and Opie Walters; sisters, Edith Hill and Cleo Gilliand; and loving husband, Charlie Chockley. She retired from Roanoke County Schools as Cafeteria Manager. She leaves behind daughter, Carol Ferguson and husband, Dennis; sons and daughters-in-law, Charlie (Buddy) and Carol, Barry and Pat, Tony and friend, Pam and Danny and Denise; ten grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Burial will follow in Fair View Cemetery. on September 4, 2014.²

     His Social Security Number was 230-10-5542.⁷ George Arthur Gilliand was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 17045 Conneaut Lake Road, Meadville, Crawford Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was born on September 20, 1914 at Pitcairn, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.^7,1,3,4,6 He married Cleo Josephine Walters, daughter of Opie Blancher Walters Sr. and Irene Frances Parker, on July 7, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^8,2,5,9 George Arthur Gilliand died on December 26, 2000 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio, at age 86.^7,1,3 He George A. Gilliand, 86, died Dec. 26, 2000. Born in Pitcairn, Pa., he had been a Scoutmaster for many years, taught Sunday School for over 50 years, and was a member of North Haven Covenant Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Cleo; daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Jim Keller of Stow; sons and daughter-in-law, Ed and Jane Gilliand of Saegertown, Pa., and Richard Gilliand of Meadville, Pa; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and sister and brother-in-law, Marion and Don Balough of Northfield. Interment at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Meadville, Pa. on December 28, 2000.¹

     Her married name was Gray.³ Martha Georgina "Jean" Gilliand was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park, 3653 West Market Street, Fairlawn, Summit Co., Ohio.⁷ She married James A. Gray.³ Martha Georgina "Jean" Gilliand was born on June 8, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 She and James A. Gray were divorced on May 26, 1961 at Summit Co., Ohio.³ As of July 7, 1962,her married name was Keller.³ Martha Georgina "Jean" Gilliand married James Edward "Jim" Keller on July 7, 1962 at Summit Co., Ohio.^1,3 Martha Georgina "Jean" Gilliand died on March 17, 2022 at age 84.

     Richard E. Gilliand Richard (Rich) E. Gilliand, 82, of Meadville, passed away April 8, 2022. He was born January 27, 1940 in Meadville, a son of the late George A. and Cleo (Walters) Gilliand. On October 18, 2002, he married Claudia Almon Higham; she survives. A veteran of the US Army, Richard served his country overseas in Germany and then again in the United States at Fort Sill in Oklahoma and Fort Knox in Kentucky. Following his honorable discharge, he began his career in the printing business with Meadville Printcraft in 1963 before segueing into his own printing business in 1970, Group 4 Printing. Between the two, he spent 30 years in the printing business. In 1991 he purchased The Cleaners, dry cleaning business on Market St. Rich was involved with the first Little League program in the city of Meadville in 1952 and subsequently the first Babe Ruth League. He stayed involved in the baseball community as a coach, umpire, and board member of the Meadville Little League Program. He was also involved with the Meadville Little Gridders program. Rich was proud to be a member of the Meadville community and was very civic-minded. He was a lifetime member of the First Presbyterian Church, a member of the Meadville Jaycees, the Meadville Chamber of Commerce, the Sunrise Kiwanis Club (president), the Visiting Nurses Association (president), Meadville Medical Center (board of incorporators), and the Meadville Masonic Lodge #234. He was also an avid golfer. Rich was very proud of the fact that during his time with the Meadville Jaycees, he served as parade director of the Meadville Halloween parade, and was instrumental in starting the parade on time. Rich loved his country, his community and his family. He will be sadly missed. Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Claudia Gilliand; a son, Michael Gilliand; a daughter, Marci Finton (Dr. Dennie); a brother, Edward Gilliand (Jane); stepsons, Stephen Higham (Tami), Matthew Higham (Michelle); six grandsons, Drew Finton (Courtney), Nicklaus Gilliand (Erin), Cole Finton, Parker Gilliand, Parker Higham, and
Evan Higham; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, George and Cleo, Rich was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Keller. Rich will be laid to rest in Saegertown Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Wesbury for their care and attention.² He was buried at Saegertown Cemetery, Saegertown, Crawford Co., Pennsylvania.² He was born on January 27, 1940 at Meadville, Crawford Co., Pennsylvania.² He married Claudia Almon on October 18, 2002.² Richard E. Gilliand died on April 8, 2022 at Meadville, Crawford Co., Pennsylvania, at age 82.²

     His Social Security Number was 300-22-3923.³ James Edward "Jim" Keller was buried at Rose Hill Burial Park, 3653 West Market Street, Fairlawn, Summit Co., Ohio.^5,6 He was born on March 1, 1929 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.^2,7,3,8,9,6 He married Martha Georgina "Jean" Gilliand, daughter of George Arthur Gilliand and Cleo Josephine Walters, on July 7, 1962 at Summit Co., Ohio.^1,2 James Edward "Jim" Keller died on August 8, 2006 at Ohio at age 77.^3,8,9,4,6 He James E. Keller (Jim), 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2006, with his family by his side, after a five-year battle with Alzheimer's. Born March 1, 1929, Jim spent most of his life as a resident of the Akron Stow area, graduating from Garfield High School. In 1946, he entered the United States Navy and served his country during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he attended the University of Akron and began his career as a draftsman at the B.F. Goodrich Tire Co., working for the company for over 20 years. Eventually moving on and taking a position with ITW Akron Standard, Jim worked his way up from draftsman to the position of director of international sales. It was in sales that Jim found his true calling, traveling to all four corners of the world many times over, selling tire uniformity test equipment for the tire and automotive industries. He worked the rest of his career in sales at Akron Standard, 24 years in all. Jim was a member of the Stow United Methodist Church. Jim retired from working in 1994 to enjoy the twilight of his years. He had many favorite pastimes, including his love for travel, cooking, gardening, and reading a good book. And although he enjoyed nothing more than playing a round of golf with his favorite foursome, himself and his three sons, it was his role as "grandpa" that he seemedto genuinely cherish the most. At no other time in his life did he look more happy and content than when spending time with each and every one of his grandchildren. You were always the life of the party and will forever be remembered for your quick wit, great sense of humor, and infectious smile. We will all miss you deeply. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Delta Keller; brothers, Tommy Keller, Jack Heimbaugh, Russell Keller Jr., Roger Keller; and sister, Helen Kassak. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jean; brother, Gene Keller of Akron; daughters, Cheri (Mick) Carmichael of Akron, Nancy (Ray) Gabler of Stow, Vicki (Butch) Blood of Akron, and Jami (Rick) Finney of Uniontown; sons, Scott (Lori) Keller of Stow, Keith (Jodie) Keller of Kent, Brian (Denise) Keller of Stow; 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren. Interment immediately following at Rose Hill Burial Park. on August 10, 2006.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 225-01-6048.⁵ Edward Beauregard Hill was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 He was born on March 31, 1918 at Pulaski, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^{1,2,6,3,7,5,4} He married Edith Nadine Walters, daughter of Opie Blancher Walters Sr. and Irene Frances Parker, on December 16, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,8 Edward Beauregard Hill died on March 12, 1973 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 54.^3,7,4

     David Filmore Willard was buried at Aarons Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Hwy 58 E, Aarons Creek Community, Halifax Co., Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 579-14-1206.⁶ He was born on July 27, 1891 at Halifax Co., Virginia.^3,6,4,7,8 He married Mattie Emma Conner, daughter of Robert Lee "Pa Dad" Conner and Mary Byar Yates, on February 18, 1915 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 David Filmore Willard and Mattie Emma Conner were divorced on December 17, 1925 at Elizabeth City, Virginia.⁵ David Filmore Willard died on January 29, 1966 at Williamsburg, Virginia, at age 74.^6,4

     Hannah Thrash was born in 1790 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.² She married Luke McKern circa 1808 at Buncombe Co., North Carolina.¹ As of circa 1808,her married name was McKern. Hannah Thrash died circa 1872 at Yamhill Co., Oregon.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 223-30-4918.² Evelyn Doris Lucas was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.³ She was born on August 3, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,1 She married Jack Edward "Frog" Walters, son of Opie Blancher Walters Sr. and Irene Frances Parker, circa 1950.^4,3 As of circa 1950,her married name was Walters.⁴ Evelyn Doris Lucas died on August 3, 2010 at Botetourt Co., Virginia, at age 83.^3,2,5 She Evelyn Lucas (Dobie) Walters, 83, of Roanoke, Va., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 3, 2010. Evelyn's main focus in life was her family, she will be greatly missed by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack E. Walters; and great-grandson, Joseph Mullen. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy W. Cadd and husband, Larry, and Becky Blankenship; grandchildren, Lori C. Mullen, Robin C. Dillon and husband, Barry, Jim Cadd and wife, Cindy, and Jenna E. Blankenship; greatgrandchildren, Jamie C. Dillon, Nicky A. Dillon, Camrie L. Cadd and Jimmi D. Cadd; sister-in-law, Edna W. Chockley; and numerous nieces and nephews. The interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on August 4, 2010.³

     His Social Security Number was 228-80-9037.⁴ Ray Garland Blankenship was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on September 22, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,4 He married Rebecca Faye Walters, daughter of Jack Edward "Frog" Walters and Evelyn Doris Lucas, on July 28, 1973 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Ray Garland Blankenship died on December 14, 1974 at age 20.² He Ray Garland Blankenship, age 20, of 2312 Highland Farm Rd., Roanoke County passed away Saturday, December 14, as the result of an automobile accident. Survivors include his wife, Becky Walters Blankenship; parents, Mr. Raymond G. and Mrs. Mandy Hartman Blankenship; two brothers, Raymond G. Blankenship, Jr., Edward Grant Blankenship, both at home; one sister, Loretta Sue Blankenship, at home. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on December 18, 1974.²

     Charlie Arthur Chockley Jr. was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5,6 His Social Security Number was 229-24-2801.⁷ He was born on September 18, 1927 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^{7,2,5,8,3,9,6} He married Edna Marie Walters, daughter of Opie Blancher Walters Sr. and Irene Frances Parker, on July 16, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,10,11,6 Charlie Arthur Chockley Jr. died on November 13, 1990 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 63.^4,7,5,9,6 He Charlie A. Chockley, Jr., age 63, of 319 Byrnes Street, Goodview, died Tuesday. He was retired from the U.S. Government with 37 years of service in the General Services Administration. Mr. Chockley was a veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Edna W. Chockley ; five children and spouses, Carole Clay and husband, Joey; Charlie Chockley, III, and wife, Carol; Barry Chockley and wife, Pat; Tony Chockley and wife, Linda; Danny Chockley and wife, Denise; nine grandchildren; numerous other relatives including three sisters. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. on November 15, 1990.⁴

     Luke McKern was born circa 1785 at Sussex Co., New Jersey.² He married Hannah Thrash, daughter of Valentine Thrash and Mary Yountz, circa 1808 at Buncombe Co., North Carolina.² Luke McKern died on September 26, 1847 at Henry Co., Iowa.²

     Joseph Wheeler "Joey" Clay Jr. Joseph Wheeler "Joey" Clay, Jr; 70, of Moneta, left for heaven on February 2, 2014 after losing his battle with heart disease, to join many loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Wheeler Sr. and Flora May Clay; sister, Joan Annette Beverly; and beloved dog Choco. Joey loved God, life, reading his Bible, but above all his family. One of his favorite pastimes was spending time with his children and grandchildren, taking his grandkids out in one of his old cars, tending his garden and fish pond, riding his Harley without a helmet and heading to the fishing hole. He was an active member of Clearbrook Baptist Church and was a longstanding member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was well known in the Roanoke area as owner and operator of J.W. Clay Plastering and Contracting. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park.⁴ He was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 225-58-7676.⁷ He was born on March 8, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,6,7 He married Carole Ann "Carol" Chockley, daughter of Charlie Arthur Chockley Jr. and Edna Marie Walters, on January 29, 1971 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Joseph Wheeler "Joey" Clay Jr. and Carole Ann "Carol" Chockley were divorced on July 23, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁸ Joseph Wheeler "Joey" Clay Jr. died on February 2, 2014 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 70.^4,5,7