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     Cynthia Ann Poff was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴ She was born in 1831 at Virginia.⁴ She married Joseph L. "Joel" Hudnall on October 31, 1848 at Kanawha Co., Virginia (now West Virginia).^3,1,2 As of October 31, 1848,her married name was Hudnall. Cynthia Ann Poff died on August 7, 1908 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴

     Joseph L. "Joel" Hudnall was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born in 1826 at Virginia.^5,4 He married Cynthia Ann Poff, daughter of George Poff and Lucy Trail, on October 31, 1848 at Kanawha Co., Virginia (now West Virginia).^6,1,3 Joseph L. "Joel" Hudnall died in 1871 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴

     Samuel Hudnall was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born circa February, 1850 at Kanawha Co., Virginia (now West Virginia).¹ He married Mary Elizabeth Kuhn on September 14, 1876 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁵ Samuel Hudnall died in April, 1912 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁴

     William Henry Hudnall was buried at I.O.O.F. Cemetery, East Bank, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on January 1, 1853 at Pratt, Kanawha Co., Virginia (now West Virginia).^2,6 He married Ann Frances "Annie" Jarrell circa 1877.^2,6,3 William Henry Hudnall died on October 8, 1928 at Cabin Creek, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 75.²

     Millard Robert Manning was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^1,13 His Social Security Number was 226-01-9248.¹⁴ He was born on February 12, 1919 at Alleghany, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^14,4,13,5,15 He married Nelda Aleine/Alene Altice, daughter of Charles Lee "Charlie" Altice and Pearl Beatrice "Pearly" Gearheart, on July 6, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.^16,3 Millard Robert Manning and Nelda Aleine/Alene Altice were divorced on June 30, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ Millard Robert Manning married Frances Irene Austin on November 24, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Millard Robert Manning and Frances Irene Austin were divorced on April 12, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ Millard Robert Manning married Lethia Rhoda Custer, daughter of Claude Clarence Custer and Martha Elizabeth Bell, on September 24, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,17,2,3 Millard Robert Manning and Lethia Rhoda Custer were divorced on November 23, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁷ Millard Robert Manning died on March 19, 2001 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 82.^1,18,13,15 He MANNING, Milllard Robert, 82, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001. He was a highly decorated World War II Army veteran serving in the European Theater and had retired from Marstellar Corporation with over 50 years service as a memorial designer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Lumis Dewease Manning, brother, Marvin Manning, and spouse, Lethia Custer Manning, and is survived by his sisters, Mabel M. Lewis and Eloise M. Lewis; children, Regina Manning Morris, Robert Custer Manning, Linville P. and Tonya K. Manning; grandchildren, Brandon Millard Melvin Manning and Brittney Colleen Lethia Manning; several nieces, nephews and many friends. Interment and military V.F.W. services at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on March 21, 2001.¹

     Eloise Priscilla Manning was born on November 18, 1920 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 As of June 28, 1941,her married name was Lewis.⁴ She married Samuel Loury Lewis on June 28, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4,9 Eloise Priscilla Manning died on January 12, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 86.^2,10 She Eloise Manning Lewis, 86, of Roanoke, went to be with her Lord on Friday, January 12, 2007. Eloise was born in Roanoke County on November 18, 1920, a daughter of the late Walter and Lumis Dewease Manning. She married Samuel L. Lewis, a union of 26 years. He preceded her in death on April 27, 1968. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Millard and Marvin Manning. She and her husband, Sam, owned and operated the S&L Restaurant and the University Restaurant in Baltimore, Md. for over 20 years. After the passing of her husband, Eloise returned to Roanoke and became a fixture on the Market Square working at Thompson's selling vegetables and flowers. She was featured in the Roanoke Times for her work there. Eloise last worked for seven years at Kroger at Ridgewood Farms in Salem. Eloise was a member of the First Church of the Nazerene. She loved her cats, her flowers and caring for others. Eloise leaves to cherish her memory a loving sister, Mabel M. Lewis of Chesapeake, Va; her devoted and loving niece, Regina Wood and her husband, Mike, of Elliston; two devoted and loving nephews, Bob Manning, and his children Brandon and Brittney of Thaxton and Linville P. Manning and his wife, Tonya, of Hardy;, a special nephew, Ronnie Lewis of Calif; nieces and nephews, Laura Trout, Milan, Brian and Larry Manning; sister-in-law, Elsie Lancaster and her husband, Woody, of Roanoke; brother-in-law, Bobby Lewis and his wife, Ruth, of W. Va., and sister-in-law, Sara Boyd and her husband, Jim. Also surviving are special caring friends, Carl and Judy Shorter and her neighbor, Mary Pauley.The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Richfield Retirement Community, 4 West, Memory Care, for their loving care. on January 13, 2007.²

     His Social Security Number was 230-16-6152.¹⁰ Marvin Carston Manning was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,11 He was born on March 2, 1925 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^10,4,5,6 He married Elsie Aberdeen Furrow, daughter of Calvin Milan Furrow and Sarah Louise McNeil, on December 23, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 Marvin Carston Manning died on February 21, 1982 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 56.^10,4

     Mabel Frances Manning was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on July 8, 1916 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 As of January 26, 1945,her married name was Lewis.² She married Edgar John Lewis Jr. on January 26, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Mabel Frances Manning died on May 22, 2009 at Portsmouth, Virginia, at age 92.^4,10

     Edgar John Lewis Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 His Social Security Number was 231-05-4894.⁸ He was born on November 5, 1918 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{1,2,3,4,5,6,8,7} He married Mabel Frances Manning, daughter of Walter Curtis Manning and Eva Lumis "Lummie" DeWeese, on January 26, 1945 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Edgar John Lewis Jr. died on June 11, 1967 at Portsmouth, Virginia, at age 48.^3,4,5,6

     Samuel Loury Lewis was buried at Parkwood Cemetery and Mausoleum, 3310 Taylor Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland.⁴ His Social Security Number was 231-05-4290.⁵ He was born on June 15, 1920 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,4,3,6 He married Eloise Priscilla Manning, daughter of Walter Curtis Manning and Eva Lumis "Lummie" DeWeese, on June 28, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,7 Samuel Loury Lewis died on April 24, 1968 at Baltimore, Maryland, at age 47.^5,4,7 He Services for Samuel L. Lewis, who operated restaurants in Baltimore for more than twenty years, will be held at today. Mr. Lewis, who was 46, died Wednesday at the Maryland General Hospital after a short Illness. Born in Roanoke, Va., Mr. Lewis came to Baltimore in 1939. At the time of his death Mr. Lewis and his wife had operated the restaurant in the 800 block of North Eutaw street for about a year. Previously they had operated the University Restaurant in the University Hospital area for about twenty years. Mr. Lewis was very active in the Westminster Boys' Club on West Fayette street. He was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church. Mr. Lewis is survived by his wife, the former Eloise Manning, to whom he had been married for 26 years. They lived at 4744 Wrenwood avenue. Also surviving are a sister, Mrs. Sarah Boyd, of Natural Bridge, Va., and a brother, Robert Lewis, of Elkins, W.Va. on April 27, 1968.⁷

     Her Social Security Number was 230-38-1943.¹¹ Lethia Rhoda Custer was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,10 She was born on March 27, 1934 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^11,7,10,8 She married Millard Robert Manning, son of Walter Curtis Manning and Eva Lumis "Lummie" DeWeese, on September 24, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,5,6 As of September 24, 1954,her married name was Manning.⁶ Lethia Rhoda Custer and Millard Robert Manning were divorced on November 23, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹² As of April 24, 1983,her married name was Apt.⁶ Lethia Rhoda Custer married Howard Arnold Apt on April 24, 1983 at Frederick Co., Virginia.^2,6 Lethia Rhoda Custer died on September 29, 1995 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 61.^11,2 She APT, Lethia Custer Manning, 61, of Roanoke, died Friday, September 29, 1995. She was a registered nurse having graduated from Jefferson Hospital School of Nursing. She is survived by Millard R. Manning; her daughter, Regina Manning Morris, Buchanan; her sons, Bob Manning, Roanoke Co., SPC. Linville Manning, US Army, Fort Bragg, N.C; her much beloved daughter-in-law, Cheryl Manning, Roanoke Co; two grandchildren, Brandon and Brittney Manning. Also survived by Howard Apt, Danville; her brother, Lewis Custer, Blackstone; sisters, Theresa Smith, Roanoke, Dean Lancaster, Bent Mountain, Mary Schilling, Fla., Artie Jones, Richmond. A graveside service will be conductedat Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Lethia was a much loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and best friend. Through her nursing she cared for others for 41 years. Throughout her life she cared for many family members and dear friends. She will be remembered and missed by all her loved ones. on October 1, 1995.²

     His Social Security Number was 231-78-3794.³ Walter Lester Morris was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^5,7 He was born on July 22, 1954 at Farmville, Prince William Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5 He married Regina Leigh Manning, daughter of Millard Robert Manning and Lethia Rhoda Custer, on December 31, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Walter Lester Morris and Regina Leigh Manning were divorced on January 30, 1987 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Walter Lester Morris died on May 31, 2001 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 46.^3,5,8,6,7 He MORRIS, Walter L., (Mo), 46, of Roanoke, died Thursday, May 31, 2001. He was employed with Mountain Land Machine Company. He was an avid race fan, and expert engine builder. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert C. and Lois Shelton Morris. Surviving are his brothers and sisters-in-law, James B., Sr. and Ann M. Morris of Roanoke, Robert J. and Carolyn H. Morris of Salem; nephews, Robert A. Morris, Jimmy Morris, Jr., Scott Curry, Tony Curry, Rev. Dr. Michael Curry; nieces, Debbie Curry, Lois Morris; and special friend, David Fielder; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Interment will be in Evergreen Burial Park. on June 1, 2001.⁷

     Linville Philip "Lin" Manning was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on June 1, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 He married Tonya Kay Rossman on September 25, 1999 at Bedford Co., Virginia.⁵ Linville Philip "Lin" Manning and Tonya Kay Rossman were divorced on August 1, 2008 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁴ Linville Philip "Lin" Manning married Dreama Kay Lam on April 13, 2014 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 Linville Philip "Lin" Manning died on July 19, 2014 at Virginia at age 42.² He MANNING, Linville Philip - After squeezing every bit of joy, love and brotherhood out of life, Detective and Patriot Lin Manning went to be with his heavenly father on Saturday, July 19, 2014, after valiantly battling cancer. He was 42 years old. His passion was always to be the voice for those who had no voice. He joined the Department in 1997 and served numerous roles protecting citizens and working together with the community. Lin was born on June 1, 1972 in Roanoke, Virginia to the late Lethia Rhoda Custer Manning and Millard Robert Manning. In addition to his parents, Lin is predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Lumis Deweese Manning (MeMe) and Walter Manning, and his maternal grandparents, Clarence Custer and Martha Bell Custer. He is survived by his best friend and beloved wife, Dreama Lam Manning, who loved him beyond words; his sister, Regina Leigh Manning; his brother, Robert Custer Manning; his niece, Brittney Lethia Colleen Manning; his nephew, Brandon Millard Melvin Manning and his wife, Brandi; his great-nephew, Conner Aaron Manning; Brandon and Brittney's mom, Cheryl Witt; his special Aunt, Gloria Dene Lancaster; his Uncle, Lewis Custer; his special cousin, Cary Custer; his step-children, Katie Alison Leslie, Joshua Timothy Pinkard and Mary Elizabeth Pinkard; his Godson, Caleb Christian Campbell and Goddaughter, Maria Ashley Ray; his special furry, four-legged family, Sampson, Elvis, Nemo and JB (James Bond), along with many other special family and friends. He is also survived by his steadfast Army and 82nd Airborne comrades, as well as his dedicated, supportive and selfless family in blue. Lin was one of the bravest, toughest, yet most loving man to his wife, friends, and family. Lin knew when he was 10 or younger that he wanted to serve his country. His mother could not pass an army navy store without having to stop. He also had a 10 year work history with Kroger who allowed his military leave to serve his country while working for them. Lin graduated in 1990 from Cave Spring High School where he wrestled on the varsity wrestling team. He went on to serve in the Army from 1990 until his honorable discharge in 1997, after serving as a Sergeant to D Company, 1st Battalion, 82D Aviation Regiment, 82D Airborne Division. Lin joined the Roanoke City Police Department in 1997, where he was a leader, instructor, Tactical Response Team member, cold case specialist and homicide detective from 2004 to 2014. Lin had a love for life, white water rafting, scuba diving, traveling, hiking, kayaking, to name a few. He also had a special love for his family, his family that is ever so close. He will be sadly missed and live in the hearts of many forever. on July 22, 2014.²

     Howard Arnold Apt was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, Danville, Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 228-38-8168.⁶ He was born on October 18, 1935 at Danville, Virginia.^2,3,4,6 He married Lethia Rhoda Custer, daughter of Claude Clarence Custer and Martha Elizabeth Bell, on April 24, 1983 at Frederick Co., Virginia.^1,2 Howard Arnold Apt died on February 14, 2011 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 75.^4,6,5

     Hazel Ethel Poff was buried at Lake View Memorial Park, Sykesville, Carroll Co., Maryland.^4,8 Her married name was Thompson.⁴ Her married name was Leedy.³ She married Marvin Albert Leedy.³ Hazel Ethel Poff married Roby Elmer Thompson.^4,9 Hazel Ethel Poff was born on March 6, 1921 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ She died on February 12, 2012 at Randallstown, Baltimore Co., Maryland, at age 90.⁴ She Hazel Poff Thompson Leedy, 90, of Randallstown, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012, at Chapel Hill Nursing Home. Born March 6, 1921, in Roanoke, Va., she was the daughter of the late Posey Poff and Era Puckett Turner. She was the husband of the late Roby E. Thompson. She was a seamstress at Rosewood and numerous other sewing factories. In her earlier years she enjoyed waitressing at numerous restaurants, gardening and crocheting. Surviving are son and daughter-in-law Roby and Barbara Thompson, of Hampstead; daughter and son-in-law Kay J. and James C. Leedy, of Randallstown; a brother, Clayton Poff, of Hampstead; a sister, Geneva Greene, of Westminster; grandchildren Ronald Thompson and Kimberly Leedy; great-grandchildren John and Bridget Thompson, Michael O'Halloran, and Ashley and Jimmy Lee Brady; and a great-great-grandchild, Aidan Brady. She was predeceased by a sister, Marie Carroll; and brothers Carlton and Hubert Poff; and a sister, Dorothy Poff. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Burrier-Queen Funeral Home & Crematory, 1212 W. Old Liberty Road, Winfield. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lake View Memorial Park in Sykesville. on February 21, 2012.⁴

     Clayton Wilbur Poff was born on June 14, 1923 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5 He married Dolly Jean Leppo circa 1951.⁵ Clayton Wilbur Poff died on August 29, 2020 at Hampstead, Carroll Co., Maryland, at age 97.⁵ He Clayton "CW" Wilbur Poff, 97, of Hampstead, Maryland, passed peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at his home. Born June 14, 1923, in Roanoke, Virginia, he was the son of the late Posey G. Poff and Pegie Era Puckett Poff. He was the husband of Dolly Jean Leppo Poff his wife of 69 years. Clayton was a veteran in the United States Army serving in World War II. He fought and served in the Pacific theatre of war. After the war Clayton was a dairy farmer in Hampstead, Maryland. He was always proud of his Black Angus Beef cattle and Holstein dairy cows. He loved his John Deere tractors to do all his work. He was also a member of Greenmount United Methodist Church in Hampstead, Maryland. Most notably he was an amazing husband, great father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Family was very important to him. He always enjoyed getting together during holidays and having crabs in the summer with his family. He was well respected in the community and a member of the Maryland Farm Bureau. Surviving in addition to his wife, are children: Ronald Clayton Poff and wife Carolyn, Faye Ann Niner and Lou Ann Poff all of Hampstead, Maryland. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren. He was predeceased by siblings: Evelyn Marie Poff, Hazel Ethel Poff, Carlton Hurt Poff, Geneva Juanita Poff, Hubert Poff, Dorothy Helen Poff, and son-in-law Robert L. Niner. Family will receive friends at the Eckhardt Funeral Home Chapel, P.A., 3296 Charmil Drive, Manchester, Maryland 21102 on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, from 11 am to 1 pm. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the services and interment will be private. on August 31, 2020.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 212-38-0135.¹¹ Carlton Hurt Poff was buried at Crest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 2150 Mount View Road, Marriottsville, Howard Co., Maryland.² He married Catherine Wilda Rogers.^2,5 Carlton Hurt Poff was born on June 4, 1926 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^11,2,3 He died on July 31, 1996 at Finksburg, Carroll Co., Maryland, at age 70.^11,2,5 He Mr. Carlton Hurt Poff, 70, of Finksburg, died Wednesday, July 31, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Catherine Wilda Poff. Born June 4, 1926, in Virginia, he was a son of the late Posey Poff and Pegie Era Puckett Poff Turner. Mr. Poff was retired from Springfield Hospital Center, Sykesville, where be had been a housekeeper supervisor. He ran his own painting business until his illness. He was a member of Sykesville Moose Lodge 1848. Surviving in addition to his wife are three sons, Carlton E. Poff of New Windsor, Barry A. Poff of Sykesville and Bryan D. Poff of Westminster; two daughters, Brenda J. Murphy of New Windsor and Susan J. Lowery of Westminster; one brother, Clayton Poff of Hampstead; three sisters, Hazel Leady of Randallstown, Geneva Green of Westminster and Marie Carroll of West Friendship; and seven grandchildren. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at the Haight Funeral Home & Chapel on Md. 32 between Sykesville and Eldersburg. Funeral services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Thomas Plunkert officiating. Interment will be in Crestlawn Memorial Gardens, Marriottsville. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Carroll Hospice, 95 Carroll St., Westminster, Md. 21157. on August 1, 1996.²

     Pauline Muncy was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ She was born on October 15, 1920 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6 She married Sheldon Maxwell Poff, son of Morgan Orestes Poff and Lydia Alice "Alice" Wilson, on December 23, 1939 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,7 As of December 23, 1939,her married name was Poff.⁷ Pauline Muncy and Sheldon Maxwell Poff were divorced on December 4, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁸ As of July 31, 1964,her married name was Hoback.⁷ Pauline Muncy married Vernon Odell Hoback, son of Jacob Shevern "Jake" Hoback and Julie Ann Bower, on July 31, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,7 Pauline Muncy died on January 16, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 90.^4,5 She Pauline Muncy Hoback, 90, of Roanoke, Va., went to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 16, 2011. She was born in Roanoke County, a daughter of the late Sidney Muncy and Delia Lawrence Muncy and had been an area resident for most of her life. She was employed for many years as a seamstress at Puritan Mills, and later was a Nursing Assistant at Friendship Manor. She was a faithful member of Calvary United Methodist Church, in Salem. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Sheldon M. Poff and Vernon O. Hoback; as well as two sisters, Arietta "Retta" Holland and Mabel Beckner. She is survived by her daughter, Dianne Decker and her husband, Richard "Dick" Decker Jr., of Roanoke; two grandchildren, Richard "Chip" Decker III and his wife, Marla, of Richmond, and Sharyn Pugh and her husband, Chris; and great-granddaughter, Catherine Pugh, all of Salem; and two very special friends, Stephen and Nancy Kessler, of Roanoke. The family would like to take this opportunity to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, for the kindness, care and love shown during her stay there. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2011, at John M. Oakey & Son, Salem. Funeral Services will be held 3 p.m. on Friday, January 21, 2011, at Calvary United Methodist Church, 845 Hemlock Road, Salem, with the Revs. Tim Gearheart and Emory Tarpley officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery. An online guestbook is available for family and friends by visiting www.johnmoakey.com. Arrangements are by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.
on January 19, 2011.⁴

     Paul Cleophas Sowder was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on October 2, 1924 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ He married Mary Virginia "Chink" Gearhart, daughter of Maurice Morgan Gearhart and Bertha Ann Branson, on July 12, 1947.^5,10,11 Paul Cleophas Sowder died on October 3, 2007 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 83.^5,7 He Paul Cleophas Sowder, 83, beloved husband and father, left his earthly life on October 3, 2007 after a courageous battle with heart disease. He was predeceased by his parents, Claude E. and Essie A. Sowder and his only child, Judith S. Thurman. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Gearhart Sowder; a brother, Emanuel Sowder and his wife, Nancy and a sister, Marcina S. Walker, all of Roanoke. Paul was a graduate of Andrew Lewis High school, a veteran of World War II and retired from Norfolk Western Railroad. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews and a special niece, Dorsey Smith Duncan and her husband, Dan of Timberlake, N.C. Graveside services will be held Friday, October 5, 2007, at 1 p.m., at Sherwood Memorial Park, with the Rev. Edward C. Woodard officiating. The family will receive friends on hour prior to services at the Lotz Salem Chapel. on October 4, 2007.⁵

     Emanuel Francis "Sy" Sowder was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 226-28-0962.⁹ He was born on May 12, 1926 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,9 He married Nancy Doris Mitchell on February 24, 1954 at West Point, King William Co., Virginia.^3,10,5 Emanuel Francis "Sy" Sowder died on April 8, 2011 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 84.^4,6,9 He Emanuel Francis (Sy) Sowder, 84, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2011. Mr. Sowder was a life-long resident of the Roanoke Valley. He graduated from Andrew Lewis High School and Virginia Southern College, and served with the United States Navy during the end of World War II. He was employed for 30 years by Turner Brothers (Highway) Contractors, then worked for Bennett Construction Company and Salem Stone Corporation until his retirement in 2008. A devoted Christian, Mr. Sowder was a life-long member of Oak Grove Church of the Brethren. He spent much of his life compassionately helping others through his church, volunteerism and gifts. He was often recognized for his generous community service including a Distinguished Service Award from the Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers. Mr. Sowder was predeceased by his parents, Claude E. and Essie A. Sowder; brother, Paul C. Sowder; and his precious wife of 55 years, Nancy M. Sowder. He is survived by a sister, Marcena P. Walker; two sons, Stephen L. and David L. Sowder; daughters-in-law, Diane J. Sowder and Pamela C. Sowder; grandchildren, David Adam Sowder, Stephanie K. Sowder and Kaye Lynn Sowder; nephew, Ronald Phennicie and his wife, Evelyn. The family would like to acknowledge the dedicated and skillful care by the RMH Neurological Unit, Raleigh Court Healthcare, Emeritus Roanoke, and especially the ladies with Sitter Solutions. The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 10, 2011, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's South Chapel. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 11, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the Oak Grove Church of the Brethren, 2138 McVitty Road, Roanoke. Pastor Ed Woodard will officiate. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Sowder suggested a gift to the Oak Grove Church of the Brethren. on April 9, 2011.⁴

     Her married name was Gresham.² Marcena Mildred Sowder married Unknown Gresham.² Marcena Mildred Sowder and Unknown Gresham were divorced.² Marcena Mildred Sowder was born on December 5, 1927 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,2 As of December 2, 1950,her married name was Phennicie.² She married James Donley Phennicie on December 2, 1950 at Norfolk, Virginia.² Marcena Mildred Sowder and James Donley Phennicie were divorced on April 30, 1956 at Princess Anne Co., Virginia.⁹ Marcena Mildred Sowder married Robert Charles Walker on August 15, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,10,2 As of August 15, 1959,her married name was Walker.²

     Mary Elizabeth "Lizzie" Shorter was buried at Hatcher-Goodwin-Chapman Family Cemetery, Wabun, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,2 She was born on September 4, 1882 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² She married Sidney Albert Graham, son of John Hamilton "Ham" Graham and Mary Dida Hall, on January 14, 1909 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 As of January 14, 1909,her married name was Graham.¹ Mary Elizabeth "Lizzie" Shorter died on October 27, 1945 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 63.²

     Her Social Security Number was 224-36-2247.⁶ Mary Odessa Graham was buried at East Hill Cemetery, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 She was born on August 7, 1915 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4,6,5 As of January 11, 1934,her married name was Wirt.⁵ She married Clarence Edward Wirt on January 11, 1934 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,4,5 Mary Odessa Graham died on February 3, 1978 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 62.^3,4

     Elizabeth Marie Poff was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,5 Her Social Security Number was 228-12-2123.⁶ She was born on December 25, 1922 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,5 As of June 3, 1940,her married name was Leedy.² She married John Harry Leedy Jr. on June 3, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,7 Elizabeth Marie Poff died on February 13, 1999 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 76.^6,4,2,5 She LEEDY, Marie Poff, 76, of Goodview, passed away Saturday, February 13, 1999 in Roanoke. Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Belvia Poff, and by her husband, John Harry Leedy, Jr. She retired as a machine operator from Coca-Cola Company in Roanoke. Marie enjoyed arts, crafts and decorating for every holiday. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed by her family and friends because she did it her way! Surviving family include daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Buddy Smoot of Goodview, Belvia Ann and Ellis M. Paris, Jr. of Roanoke, Lucy Pennington of Goodview, Carolyn and David Zimmerman of Roanoke, Cindy and Gary Baum of Goodview; a son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Joyce Leedy of Marietta, Pa; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Burial will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. on February 14, 1999.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 265-26-9761.⁷ Raymond Reaves Reed Jr. married Evelyn Shepard.⁸ Raymond Reaves Reed Jr. was born on April 27, 1924 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,7,4 He died on April 18, 1986 at Osceola Co., Florida, at age 61.^7,4

     Robert Hartwell "Bob" Reed was born on January 14, 1930 at Airport, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,5,3 He died on May 11, 2009 at Florida at age 79.⁵ He REED, ROBERT HARTWELL - Bob was born Jan. 14, 1930 at Airpoint, VA, in the family residence, to Nora Woodrum Reed and Raymond Reeves, who preceded him in death. He was the third of three sons. Older brother, Raymond Reeves Jr. also, preceded him in death. Middle brother, John Lewis Reed Sr. is retired, living in Deland, FL. The Reed family moved to Lakeland, FL in 1934. Here the sons grew up, attending school, joined the military, etc. In 1950, they all moved to Orlando, where father and sons all invested, and established Reed Motors Inc., doing business now as Reed Nissan. Bob served as com-pany representative to the C.F.A.D.A., and served on the auto shoe committee. He also served as representative to the Fla. Citrus Sports Assoc., of which the family business was a supporter for years. Bob was an avid sportsman, and especially liked participating in hunting, fishing, and golf. He also enjoyed watching sports on T.V. He was a longtime member of Dubsdred Golf Club. For the past 27 years, his life was enriched by Roberta Breene, his significant other. Since 2004 Bob had been officially retired. On May 11, 2009, he passed away at The Parks Rehab Center. He had been seriously ill and was hospitalized since Dec. 19, 2008. The family and his many friends will remember him for his kind, helpful and humorous way. He is survived by: significant other, Roberta Breene; brother, John Reed Sr; nephews, John Reed Jr., Raymond Reed, Mark Reed; great nephew Connor Reed and niece Bonnie Reed Altamus. A memorial service will be held Sat. May 16, 2009 at 4PM at Baldwin-Fairchild Lake Ivanhoe Chapel, 301 NE Ivanhoe Blvd, Orlando FL 32804. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a contribution to the charity of your choice, in his honor. on May 15, 2009.³

     His Social Security Number was 226-01-0754.⁵ William E. Lucas was buried at Campbells Burial Park, Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ He married Myrtle Mae Eades.⁷ William E. Lucas was born on December 13, 1909 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,6,5 He died on March 7, 1983 at age 73.⁶