Emily Sumpter1

F, b. June 28, 1837, d. January 25, 1862
FatherRichard Sumpter1 b. December 19, 1801, d. December 1, 1882
MotherCatherine "Caty" Sowder1 b. December 15, 1800, d. July 15, 1879
     Emily Sumpter was buried at Giles W. Huff Cemetery (also known as Sowder-King Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.2 She was born on June 28, 1837 at Franklin Co., Virginia.1,2 She married Joseph Andrew Poff, son of Henry Adam Poff Sr. and Sarah Prillaman "Sally" Sowder, on August 21, 1857 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3 As of August 21, 1857,her married name was Poff. Emily Sumpter died on January 25, 1862 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 24; Died of diptheria. The Virginia Death Records Index has a death date of Jan 26, 1862.2,4

Census Records

1860Dwelling 456, Floyd Co., Virginia5

Family

Joseph Andrew Poff b. May 11, 1838, d. July 26, 1865
Marriage*Emily Sumpter married Joseph Andrew Poff, son of Henry Adam Poff Sr. and Sarah Prillaman "Sally" Sowder, on August 21, 1857 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S197] Linda Hackney, George Sumpter's Will in "Floyd Co., Virginia Listserve," listserve message Dec 12, 2003.
  2. [S217] Glenna G. Garner, Giles W. Huff Cemetery.
  3. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  4. [S1424] Virginia Genealogical Society, Death Records Indexing Project.
  5. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S2413] Virginia Births and Christenings, 1853-1917, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708660
  7. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  8. [S33] Surnames of Families of Floyd Co., Virginia, online http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barbr/zz_main_contents.htm

Ethel May Wertz1,2

F, b. December 6, 1906, d. July 30, 1981
FatherNewton Hezekiah Wertz1,3,2,4 b. February 2, 1884, d. February 18, 1960
MotherOkie Lee DeWeese1,3,2,4 b. July 3, 1887, d. January 8, 1977
     Her Social Security Number was 231-76-1297.5 Ethel May Wertz was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.2 She was born on December 6, 1906 at Virginia.5,2 She married Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder, son of John Sowder and Alice Evelyn Wertz, circa 1925.6,7,2 As of circa 1925,her married name was Sowder.7 Ethel May Wertz died on July 30, 1981 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 74.5,2

Census Records

1910Dwelling 211, District 135, Ward 1, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 260, District 123, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia3
1930Dwelling 248, District 7, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia7
1940Dwelling 93, District 81-27, South Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia8

Family

Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder b. July 12, 1900, d. July 27, 1965
Marriage*Ethel May Wertz married Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder, son of John Sowder and Alice Evelyn Wertz, circa 1925.6,7,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Sylvia Wertz Webb obituary in the Jun 24, 2011 edition.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  10. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett obituary in the Dec 3, 2019 edition.
  12. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Edward Kenneth Sowder obituary in the Apr 17, 2022 edition.

William James "Bill" Sowder1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. September 7, 1926, d. October 6, 2005
FatherTheo Asa "Dock" Sowder1,7,8,2,5,9,10 b. July 12, 1900, d. July 27, 1965
MotherEthel May Wertz1,7,8,2,5,9,10 b. December 6, 1906, d. July 30, 1981
     William James "Bill" Sowder was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.1 His Social Security Number was 224-32-3187.11 He was born on September 7, 1926 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.11,2,3 He married Opal Jean Yates, daughter of Dora Luvinia Yates, on June 15, 1963 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,5,6 William James "Bill" Sowder died on October 6, 2005 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 79.1,11,4 He William James (Bill) Sowder, passed away at his Roanoke County home on October 6, 2005 at the age of 79. Bill was a retired carpenter and was predeceased by his parents, Theo A. and Ethel Wertz Sowder. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Opal Yates Sowder; two sons and daughters-in-law, Randy and Dorothy Sowder, of Salem, Steve and Tracie Sowder, of Roanoke County; three grandsons, Logan, Alec and Evan; one granddaughter, Madison; one sister, Carrie Chocklate and her husband, Elmer, of Blue Ridge; one brother, Edward Sowder and his wife, Lois, of Roanoke County. The family wishes to thank caregivers Bernice Campbell, Veda Hines, Linda Hemlick, and Connie Mundy. Also special thanks to all the nice folks at Good Samaritan Hospice, they are truly God's Angels of Mercy. Funeral services conducted by Chaplain Marvin Barbre will be held Saturday, October 8 at 12 noon at Lotz Salem Chapel. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Good Samaritan Hospice at 3825 Electric Road, SW, Suite A, Roanoke, Va. 24018, or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem. on October 7, 2005.1

Census Records

1930Dwelling 248, District 7, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia7
1940Dwelling 93, District 81-27, South Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia8

Family

Opal Jean Yates b. May 28, 1932, d. March 14, 2018
Marriage*William James "Bill" Sowder married Opal Jean Yates, daughter of Dora Luvinia Yates, on June 15, 1963 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,5,6 
Children
  • Randall William "Randy" Sowder1,6
  • Steven Lee "Steve" Sowder1,6

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  2. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Opal Sowder obituary in the Mar 16, 2018 edition.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett obituary in the Dec 3, 2019 edition.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Edward Kenneth Sowder obituary in the Apr 17, 2022 edition.
  11. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

Carrie Mae Sowder1,2,3

F, b. March 17, 1930, d. December 1, 2019
FatherTheo Asa "Dock" Sowder4,5,6,2,3,7 b. July 12, 1900, d. July 27, 1965
MotherEthel May Wertz4,5,6,2,3,7 b. December 6, 1906, d. July 30, 1981
     Carrie Mae Sowder was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.3 She was born on March 17, 1930 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,2,3 As of July 4, 1953,her married name was Chocklett.2 She married Elmer Cornelia Chocklett on July 4, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.4,8,2 Carrie Mae Sowder died on December 1, 2019 at Botetourt Co., Virginia, at age 89.3 She Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett, 89, of Botetourt, Va., died peacefully at her home on Sunday, December 1, 2019. She was co-owner of E.C. Chocklett Concrete and Pottery for over 40 years. Carrie served on the church board for several years. She was a lifetime member of First Church of The Brethren. She was born on March 17, 1930, to the late Theo A. and Ethel Sowder and was also preceded in death by her brother, William Sowder. She will be sadly missed by son and daughter-in-law, David and Ronda; daughter, Janice; son and daughter-in- law, Michael and Lisa; nine grandchildren, Angie, Brian, Nikki, Kalvin, Jaren, Jesse, Matt, Kyle, and Amanda; four great-grandchildren, Tyler, Hayley, Jalen, and Jordan; and brother, Edward Sowder. The family would like to thank First Church of the Brethren Pastor Dava Hensley and the Women's Fellowship for their visits and cards and to Tina Smith with her loving care of our mother. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at Oakey's East Chapel with Pastor Dava Hensley officiating. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. on December 3, 2019.3

Census Records

1930Dwelling 248, District 7, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia5
1940Dwelling 93, District 81-27, South Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia6

Family

Elmer Cornelia Chocklett b. August 2, 1929, d. August 19, 2009
Marriage*Carrie Mae Sowder married Elmer Cornelia Chocklett on July 4, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.4,8,2 
Children
  • David Wayne Chocklett8,2,3
  • Janice Anne Chocklett8,2,3
  • Michael Lynn Chocklett8,3

Citations

  1. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett obituary in the Dec 3, 2019 edition.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Edward Kenneth Sowder obituary in the Apr 17, 2022 edition.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Elmer C. Chocklett obituary in the Aug 20, 2009 edition.

Elizabeth Snuffer1,2,3

F, b. March 3, 1835, d. October 8, 1919
FatherJohn/Johannes Snuffer1,4,2 b. March 24, 1785, d. circa February, 1851
MotherHannah Huff1,4,2 b. circa 1795, d. circa December, 1850
     Elizabeth Snuffer was buried at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.4,5 She was born on March 3, 1835 at Franklin Co., Virginia.1,5 She married Joseph Andrew Poff, son of Henry Adam Poff Sr. and Sarah Prillaman "Sally" Sowder, on February 28, 1862 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 As of February 28, 1862,her married name was Poff. As of March 13, 1872,her married name was Davis.4 Elizabeth Snuffer married John Davis on March 13, 1872 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.4,2,6 Elizabeth Snuffer died on October 8, 1919 at Town, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 84.7,5

Census Records

1880Dwelling 104, District 131, Raleigh Co., West Virginia8
1900Dwelling 155, District 120, Town, Raleigh Co., West Virginia9

Family 1

Joseph Andrew Poff b. May 11, 1838, d. July 26, 1865
Marriage*Elizabeth Snuffer married Joseph Andrew Poff, son of Henry Adam Poff Sr. and Sarah Prillaman "Sally" Sowder, on February 28, 1862 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Family 2

John Davis b. circa 1810
Marriage*Elizabeth Snuffer married John Davis on March 13, 1872 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.4,2,6 

Citations

  1. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S558] Jordan Dodd, Raleigh County, West Virginia Marriages, 1865-1900.
  3. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Dennis Haden Poff death certificate.
  4. [S829] James Wood, "Joseph A. Poff," e-mail to Scott Schaffer, Sep 19, 2002.
  5. [S3213] Mount Tabor Cemetery, Raleigh Co., WV, online http://www.findagrave.com
  6. [S1054] See Extended Description for original data sources listed by county, West Virginia Marriages, 1863-1900.
  7. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Elizabeth Davis death certificate.
  8. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S921] Larry G. Shuck, Fayette Co. WV Marriages 1832-1853 and 1865-1903.
  11. [S33] Surnames of Families of Floyd Co., Virginia, online http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barbr/zz_main_contents.htm

Opal Jean Yates1,2

F, b. May 28, 1932, d. March 14, 2018
MotherDora Luvinia Yates2,3 b. August 10, 1908, d. November 4, 1997
     Opal Jean Yates was born on May 28, 1932 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.2 She married William James "Bill" Sowder, son of Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder and Ethel May Wertz, on June 15, 1963 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,2,3 As of June 15, 1963,her married name was Sowder.2 Opal Jean Yates died on March 14, 2018 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 85.3 She Opal Sowder, 85, passed away peacefully in her Roanoke County home on Wednesday morning. She is preceded in death by her husband, William James Sowder; her mother, Dora Yates Perdue; stepfather, Harry Lee Perdue. Opal is survived by her sons, Randall Sowder and wife, Dorothy, and Steven Sowder and wife Tracie; grandchildren, Logan Sowder, Evan Sowder, Alec Sowder, and Madison Sowder. She was part of the CommUNITY Church family. Opal retired in 1990 after a 38 year career with the Virginia Department of Transportation. In retirement, Opal enjoyed traveling and tending her beautiful flower gardens. Her grandchildren were her greatest joy, and she loved them all dearly. Opal was a sweet, kind, and compassionate mother, grandma, and friend. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. The family wishes to extend special thanks to her close companion, friend and caregiver, Jenny Williams Lee. Opal's life was enriched by Jenny's care, friendship, and company in her last few years of life. The family will celebrate Opal's life with a gathering of friends and family on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home Salem. The Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Lotz Chapel Salem. Friends and family will be received at Opal's house immediately following the service. on March 16, 2018.3

Family

William James "Bill" Sowder b. September 7, 1926, d. October 6, 2005
Marriage*She married William James "Bill" Sowder, son of Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder and Ethel May Wertz, on June 15, 1963 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,2,3 
Children
  • Randall William "Randy" Sowder1,3
  • Steven Lee "Steve" Sowder1,3

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Opal Sowder obituary in the Mar 16, 2018 edition.

Elmer Cornelia Chocklett1,2

M, b. August 2, 1929, d. August 19, 2009
     Elmer Cornelia Chocklett was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.1 He was born on August 2, 1929 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.1,2 He married Carrie Mae Sowder, daughter of Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder and Ethel May Wertz, on July 4, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.3,1,2 Elmer Cornelia Chocklett died on August 19, 2009 at Botetourt Co., Virginia, at age 80.1 He Elmer C. Chocklett, 80, of Botetourt County, Va., died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. He was the owner of E.C. Chocklett Concrete and Pottery for over 40 years and retired from the N & W Railroad. Elmer was born on August 2, 1929, to the late Henry and Restine Chocklett and was also preceded in death by his brother, Earl Chocklett. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 56 years, Carrie; son and daughter-in-law, David and Ronda; daughter, Janice; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Lisa; nine grandchildren, Brian, Nikki, Angie, Jaren, Jesse, Amanda, Matt, Kyle, and Kalvin; three great-grandkids, Tyler, Hayley, and Jalen; brother, Cecil Chocklett; sister, Joyce Stinnett; and his beloved dog, Brownie. The family would like to thank the Good Samaritan Hospice and the Veterans Administration Hospital for the care given to Elmer. A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2009, at Oakey's East Chapel with Pastor Dava Hensley officiating. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens with Military Honors by the United States Army. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 21, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel, 540-977-3909. on August 20, 2009.1

Family

Carrie Mae Sowder b. March 17, 1930, d. December 1, 2019
Marriage*He married Carrie Mae Sowder, daughter of Theo Asa "Dock" Sowder and Ethel May Wertz, on July 4, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.3,1,2 
Children
  • David Wayne Chocklett1,2,4
  • Janice Anne Chocklett1,2,4
  • Michael Lynn Chocklett1,4

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Elmer C. Chocklett obituary in the Aug 20, 2009 edition.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett obituary in the Dec 3, 2019 edition.

Edward Kenneth Sowder1,2,3

M, b. March 25, 1937, d. April 15, 2022
FatherTheo Asa "Dock" Sowder1,4,5,3 b. July 12, 1900, d. July 27, 1965
MotherEthel May Wertz1,4,5,3 b. December 6, 1906, d. July 30, 1981
     Edward Kenneth Sowder was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.3 He was born on March 25, 1937 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,3 He married Lois Ailene Creasy circa 1959.3 Edward Kenneth Sowder died on April 15, 2022 at Virginia at age 85.3 He Edward Kenneth Sowder, March 25, 1937 - April 15, 2022. Edward Kenneth Sowder, 85, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lois Ailene Creasy Sowder, and nephews and nieces, David Chocklett, Janice Heard, Michael Chocklett, Randall Sowder, and Steven Sowder. Edward was predeceased by his parents, Theo Asa Sowder and Ethel May Wertz; brother, William J. Sowder; and sister, Carrie Mae Chocklett. Edward retired from Rusco Window Company after 37 years of service and was a member of Oak Grove Church of the Brethren. Since retiring Edward traveled the United States with his wife, Lois, and their poodles, in their motor home. The family would like to offer a special thank-you to Carilion Hospice for their excellent care of Edward. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in Sherwood Memorial Park with Pastor Tim Harvey officiating. on April 17, 2022.3

Census Records

1940Dwelling 93, District 81-27, South Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia4

Family

Lois Ailene Creasy
Marriage*Edward Kenneth Sowder married Lois Ailene Creasy circa 1959.3 

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William James Sowder obituary in the Oct 7, 2005 edition.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Edward Kenneth Sowder obituary in the Apr 17, 2022 edition.
  4. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Sowder Chocklett obituary in the Dec 3, 2019 edition.

Thomas Henry Palmer1,2

M, b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
FatherJohn B. Palmer1 b. 1826, d. November 5, 1891
MotherParthenia Thomas1
     Thomas Henry Palmer was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.2 He was born in March, 1856 at Franklin Co., Virginia.1,3,2 He married Martha Prudence Carr, daughter of John William Carr and Julina A. Conner, on October 28, 1874 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 Thomas Henry Palmer died on March 20, 1930 at Virginia.2

Census Records

1880Dwelling 141, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia4
1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia5
1900Dwelling 151, District 20, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia3
1910Dwelling 74, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia6
1920Dwelling 49, District 123, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia7

Occupation

1880Farm laborer4
1910Farmer6
1920Farmer7

Family

Martha Prudence Carr b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
Marriage*Thomas Henry Palmer married Martha Prudence Carr, daughter of John William Carr and Julina A. Conner, on October 28, 1874 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S3345] Salem Church Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  3. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S549] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1873-1879.
  9. [S1450] Sacramento, California Department of Health Services, California Marriage Index, 1960-1985.
  10. [S6525] Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona, Death Records, 1887-1960.
  11. [S4640] Sacramento, California California State Archives, California, Marriage Records from Select Counties, 1850-1941.
  12. [S567] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1880-1884.
  13. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  14. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  15. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  16. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Ida Funk death certificate.
  17. [S162] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, William G. "The Settler" Aldridge, Floyd Co., VA.

John William Palmer1,2,3,4

M, b. March 23, 1876, d. February 8, 1939
FatherThomas Henry Palmer1,5 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr1,5 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     John William Palmer was born on March 23, 1876 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWI Draft Registration card has a birth date of Mar 23, 1877.5,2 He married Anna L. Turner circa 1894.6,7 John William Palmer married Virginia Price Underwood circa 1908.8,9,4 John William Palmer died on February 8, 1939 at Yanceyville, Caswell Co., North Carolina, at age 62.

Census Records

1880Dwelling 141, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia10
1900Dwelling 275, District 94, Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia6
1920Dwelling 157, District 15, Fayetteville, Fayette Co., West Virginia8
1930Dwelling 157, District 7, Birch Creek, Halifax Co., Virginia9

Occupation

1900Station engine fireman6
1920Coal mine electrician8
1930Farmer9

Family 1

Anna L. Turner b. April, 1879
Marriage*John William Palmer married Anna L. Turner circa 1894.6,7 
Children

Family 2

Virginia Price Underwood b. June 14, 1888, d. November 11, 1959
Marriage*John William Palmer married Virginia Price Underwood circa 1908.8,9,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  3. [S2890] West Virginia Births, 1853-1930, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1417341
  4. [S1653] Bureau of Vital Statistics North Carolina State Board of Health, North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976, From the Virginia Price Palmer death certificate.
  5. [S549] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1873-1879.
  6. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Oliver Eldridge Palmer death certificate.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Palmer-Summers marriage record.

Oliver Elsworth Palmer1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. December 18, 1877, d. January 3, 1932
FatherThomas Henry Palmer7,8,1,2,3 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr7,8,1,2,3 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     Oliver Elsworth Palmer was born on December 18, 1877 at Floyd Co., Virginia.8 He married Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jones on March 7, 1898 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.5 Oliver Elsworth Palmer married Esther Margie Wood on June 30, 1926 at Alameda Co., California.1 Oliver Elsworth Palmer died on January 3, 1932 at Tucson, Pima Co., Arizona, at age 54.2,4

Census Records

1880Dwelling 141, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia7
1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia9
1900Dwelling 276, District 94, Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia10
1930Dwelling 344, District 66, Tucson, Pima Co., Arizona11

Occupation

1900Hotel steward10

Family 1

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jones b. March 23, 1865, d. February 25, 1949
Marriage*Oliver Elsworth Palmer married Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jones on March 7, 1898 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.5 

Family 2

Esther Margie Wood b. January 14, 1905, d. August 26, 1977
Marriage*Oliver Elsworth Palmer married Esther Margie Wood on June 30, 1926 at Alameda Co., California.1 

Citations

  1. [S1450] Sacramento, California Department of Health Services, California Marriage Index, 1960-1985.
  2. [S6525] Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona, Death Records, 1887-1960.
  3. [S4640] Sacramento, California California State Archives, California, Marriage Records from Select Counties, 1850-1941.
  4. [S9842] Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Veterans Administration Master Index, 1917-1940.
  5. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Palmer-Morris marriage record.
  6. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S549] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1873-1879.
  9. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.

Virginia Lorraine Smoot1,2,3,4

F, b. May 30, 1941, d. September 16, 2010
     Virginia Lorraine Smoot was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.3,5 Her Social Security Number was 226-50-6439.6 She was born on May 30, 1941 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,6,7,5 She married Alfred Lee "Top" Aldridge, son of Rexie Maynard "Rex" Aldridge and Willie Catherine Hill, on January 24, 1959 at Chester, Chester Co., South Carolina.1,2,4 As of January 24, 1959,her married name was Aldridge.2 Virginia Lorraine Smoot and Alfred Lee "Top" Aldridge were divorced on October 1, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia.2 Virginia Lorraine Smoot died on September 16, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 69.6,5,8 She Virginia Smoot Doss, 69, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, September 16, 2010. She was predeceased by her parents, James Howard and Dorothy Staples Smoot; husband, Willard Doss; daughter, Lisa Marie Aldridge; and brothers, Jimmy, Kenneth and Jerry Smoot. Surviving family include daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa Lee Lyle, of Roanoke, Kim and Larry Jones, of Wirtz, and Vanessa Gwyn and Richard Brown Jr., of Roanoke; brothers and sisters-in-law, Buddy and Nancy Smoot and Michael and Cindy Smoot; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Ken Ober; grandchildren, Heather Jones, Adam Lyle, Tanner Brown and Dylan Jones; and great-grandchild, Tristan Dooley-Jones. She was a very loving and devoted mother and grandmother, "Mee Maw." Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery in Vinton. on September 19, 2010.3

Family

Alfred Lee "Top" Aldridge b. January 9, 1937, d. September 29, 1996
Marriage*She married Alfred Lee "Top" Aldridge, son of Rexie Maynard "Rex" Aldridge and Willie Catherine Hill, on January 24, 1959 at Chester, Chester Co., South Carolina.1,2,4 
Divorce* Virginia Lorraine Smoot and Alfred Lee "Top" Aldridge were divorced on October 1, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Teresa Lee Aldridge Lyle obituary in the Apr 5, 2015 edition.
  2. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Virginia Smoot Doss obituary in the Sep 19, 2010 edition.
  4. [S8110] South Carolina Department of Archives and History, South Carolina, County Marriage Records, 1907-2000.
  5. [S2543] Mountain View Cemetery, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=chittum&GSfn=elery&GSbyrel=all&GSdyrel=all&GSob=n&GRid=63611337&CRid=51319&df=all&
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  8. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  9. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Kim R. Jones obituary in the Aug 7, 2017 edition.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Brown-Aldridge wedding announcement in the Jul 30, 2000 edition.

Ira Shelton Palmer1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. February 15, 1880, d. October 2, 1953
FatherThomas Henry Palmer7,8,2,6 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr7,8,2,6 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     Ira Shelton Palmer was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.5,9,6 He was born on February 15, 1880 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWI Draft Registration card, death certificate, and gravestone have a birth date of Apr 6, 1880.8,3,9,6 He married Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship, daughter of Giles E. Blankenship and Louisa/Levicia "Lavicy" Conner, on February 10, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,4,6 Ira Shelton Palmer died on October 2, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.9,6 He Ira Shelton Palmer, 73, died Friday morning at his home, 1702 Dell St., N.E. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Rhoda Alice Palmer; five sons and two daughters: H. V. Palmer and Ralph Palmer, Goodview; Chester Palmer, Roanoke; L. O. Palmer, Newport News; B. T. Palmer, Efland N.C; Mrs. Lillie Hollins, Roanoke; Mrs. Annie May Blankenship, Goodview; two brothers and a sister: Morgan Palmer, Norfolk; George Palmer, Staunton; Mrs. C. W. Aldridge, Salem; 20 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Interment will be in Mountain View, Vinton. on October 3, 1953.5

Census Records

1880Dwelling 141, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia7
1910Dwelling 100, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia10
1920Dwelling 106, District 48, Chambliss, Bedford Co., Virginia11
1930Dwelling 166, District 2, Chambliss, Bedford Co., Virginia12
1940Dwelling 223, District 10-3, Chamblissburg, Bedford Co., Virginia13

Occupation

1910Farmer10
1920Farmer11
1930Farmer12
1940Farmer13

Family

Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship b. May 5, 1874, d. July 15, 1968
Marriage*Ira Shelton Palmer married Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship, daughter of Giles E. Blankenship and Louisa/Levicia "Lavicy" Conner, on February 10, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,4,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Chester Morgan Palmer obituary in the Dec 21, 2000 edition.
  2. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  3. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Annie May Palmer Blankenship obituary in the Aug 25, 2007 edition.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ira Shelton Palmer obituary in the Oct 3, 1953 edition.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  7. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S567] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1880-1884.
  9. [S2543] Mountain View Cemetery, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=chittum&GSfn=elery&GSbyrel=all&GSdyrel=all&GSob=n&GRid=63611337&CRid=51319&df=all&
  10. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  14. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  15. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  16. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  17. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  18. [S1653] Bureau of Vital Statistics North Carolina State Board of Health, North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976, From the Brainard Thomas Palmer, Sr. death certificate.
  19. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  20. [S222] Glenna G. Conner, Siner Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA.

William Poff1,2

M, b. circa 1845
FatherPeter Riley Poff III2,1 b. circa 1824, d. circa 1893
MotherMary Ann "Polly" Conner2,1 b. circa 1826
     William Poff was born circa 1845 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.2

Census Records

1850Dwelling 1068, District 41, Montgomery Co., Virginia2
1860Dwelling 1384, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia1

Citations

  1. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.

George Henry Palmer1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

M, b. April 6, 1884, d. February 21, 1959
FatherThomas Henry Palmer9,1,2,7,8 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr9,1,2,7,8 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     His Social Security Number was 227-26-3786.7 George Henry Palmer was born on April 6, 1884 at Floyd Co., Virginia; His WWI and WWII Draft Registration cards have a birth date of Apr 20, 1884, the SSDI has a birth date of Apr 20, 1885 and his death certificate has Apr 20, 1876.9,5,6,7,8 He married Loretta Alice "Louisa" Stump, daughter of Mary A. Stump, on March 16, 1910 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 George Henry Palmer and Loretta Alice "Louisa" Stump were divorced before April, 1930.10 George Henry Palmer died on February 21, 1959 at Western State Hospital, Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 74.8

Census Records

1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia11
1900Dwelling 151, District 20, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1910Dwelling 166, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., VirginiaGeorge and his wife were enumerated in the household of his brother-in-law Louis Stump3
1920Dwelling 136, District 128, Roanoke, Virginia4

Occupation

1900Farm laborer1
1910Farmer3
1920Oil company truck driver4

Family

Loretta Alice "Louisa" Stump
Marriage*George Henry Palmer married Loretta Alice "Louisa" Stump, daughter of Mary A. Stump, on March 16, 1910 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 
Divorce* George Henry Palmer and Loretta Alice "Louisa" Stump were divorced before April, 1930.10 
Child
  • Willie H. Palmer4

Citations

  1. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  3. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  6. [S1253] Selective Service System United States, U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
  7. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  8. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  9. [S567] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1880-1884.
  10. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.

Morgan Lee Palmer1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. June 4, 1886, d. October 12, 1957
FatherThomas Henry Palmer1 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr1 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     Morgan Lee Palmer was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, Virginia.6 He was born on June 4, 1886 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,5,6 He married Irene Gertrude Schlueter on April 30, 1908 at Richmond, Virginia.4 Morgan Lee Palmer died on October 12, 1957 at Norfolk, Virginia, at age 71.6

Census Records

1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia7
1900Dwelling 151, District 20, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1910Dwelling 274, District 49, Ward 5, Norfolk, Virginia2
1920Dwelling 146, District 134, Tanners Creek, Norfolk Co., Virginia8
1930Dwelling 93, District 109, Norfolk, Virginia3
1940Dwelling 168, District 114-100, Norfolk, Virginia9

Occupation

1910Baker2
1920Pullman company cashier8
1930Pullman conductor3
1940Railroad conductor9

Family

Irene Gertrude Schlueter b. March 21, 1891, d. January 28, 1977
Marriage*Morgan Lee Palmer married Irene Gertrude Schlueter on April 30, 1908 at Richmond, Virginia.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S730] Rueter lines plus Alley Ancestors, online http://awt.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=GET&db=trueter&id=I26120
  5. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  6. [S2256] Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=41&GRid=55185592&CRid=50267&df=all&
  7. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Amanda Ida Palmer1,2,3

F, b. March, 1889, d. April 19, 1917
FatherThomas Henry Palmer1,2,4 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr1,2,4 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     Amanda Ida Palmer was born in March, 1889 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2 She married William Levi "Willie" Funk on January 13, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 As of January 13, 1909,her married name was Funk. Amanda Ida Palmer died on April 19, 1917 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 28.4

Census Records

1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia5
1900Dwelling 151, District 20, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1910Dwelling 183, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia3

Family

William Levi "Willie" Funk b. June 4, 1889, d. June 19, 1979
Marriage*Amanda Ida Palmer married William Levi "Willie" Funk on January 13, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  3. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Ida Funk death certificate.
  5. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Phelps-Funk marriage record.
  8. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Nellie Ester Palmer1,2,3

F, b. September 4, 1911, d. April 4, 1920
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer4,2,5 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood4,2,5 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     Nellie Ester Palmer was buried at Wood-Perdue Cemetery, Rt. 221 South, Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2 She was born on September 4, 1911 at Virginia.1,4,2 She died on April 4, 1920 at Virginia at age 8.1,6

Census Records

1920Dwelling 76, District 100, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia4

Citations

  1. [S292] Rena Worthen & Margarette Tynan, Floyd Co. Virginia Cemetery Inscriptions, Volume 1.
  2. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  3. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  6. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA, The Shilling book has a death date of Apr 4, 1926.

William Everett "Bill" Palmer1,2

M, b. October 30, 1924, d. January 12, 1994
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer3,4 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood3,4 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     His Social Security Number was 230-16-6712.5 William Everett "Bill" Palmer was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.6 He was born on October 30, 1924 at Virginia; The Shilling book has a birth Date of Oct 31, 1924.3,5 He married Iris Virginia Wertz on November 13, 1945.1,3,7,2 William Everett "Bill" Palmer died on January 12, 1994 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 69.1,5 He PALMER, William Everett, ("Bill"), 69, of Roanoke County, died Wednesday, January 12, 1994, at his home. He was a marine veteran of World War II, a retired machinist at the N&W Railway and a member and Deacon Emeritus of Cave Spring Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Iris Wertz Palmer; son, Lyle T. Palmer; sister, Ethel Sowder, all of Roanoke County; brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Rosemary Palmer of Vinton. Funeral services will be held at Oakey's South Chapel, 11 a.m. Saturday, with Pastor Rick Elmore and Dr. Woodrow W. Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the Cave Spring Rescue Squad or the Benevolent Fund at Cave Spring Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Oakey's South Chapel. on January 14, 1994.1

Census Records

1940Dwelling 148, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia8

Family

Iris Virginia Wertz b. December 22, 1924, d. June 13, 2015
Marriage*William Everett "Bill" Palmer married Iris Virginia Wertz on November 13, 1945.1,3,7,2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William Everett Palmer obituary in the Jan 14, 1994 edition.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Iris Wertz Palmer obituary in the Jun 16, 2015 edition.
  3. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Lyle Thomas obituary in the Jul 31, 2003 edition.
  7. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Ernest Edward Palmer1,2,3,4,5

M, b. July 5, 1915, d. September 2, 1976
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer6,1,7,8,3,4 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood6,1,7,8,3,4 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     His Social Security Number was 227-05-0191.9 Ernest Edward Palmer was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "AOM? 2c U.S. Navy WWII."10,3 He was born on July 5, 1915 at Floyd Co., Virginia.9,10,7,1,2,3 He married Abbie O'Dell Wimmer, daughter of John Morgan Wimmer and Elsie Luvenia "Sis" Teel, on April 8, 1933 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 Ernest Edward Palmer and Abbie O'Dell Wimmer were divorced on January 16, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 Ernest Edward Palmer married Callie May Brumfield on September 23, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.7,11,4 Ernest Edward Palmer died on September 2, 1976 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 61.10,7,3

Census Records

1920Dwelling 76, District 100, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia6

Family 1

Abbie O'Dell Wimmer b. September 19, 1902, d. December 30, 1985
Marriage*Ernest Edward Palmer married Abbie O'Dell Wimmer, daughter of John Morgan Wimmer and Elsie Luvenia "Sis" Teel, on April 8, 1933 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 
Divorce* Ernest Edward Palmer and Abbie O'Dell Wimmer were divorced on January 16, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 

Family 2

Callie May Brumfield b. May 25, 1915, d. September 26, 1976
Marriage*Ernest Edward Palmer married Callie May Brumfield on September 23, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.7,11,4 

Citations

  1. [S12] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 5, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  6. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  9. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  10. [S104] Billy and Juanita Grice, Cemeteries in Floyd County.
  11. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.

Odessa Prudence "Dessie" Palmer1,2,3

F, b. November 16, 1904, d. September 29, 1993
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer4,1,2,3,5 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood4,1,2,3,5 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     Her Social Security Number was 223-30-9736.6 Odessa Prudence "Dessie" Palmer was buried at Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 8838 Floyd Hwy N. US Hwy 221, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.7,8 She was born on November 16, 1904 at Floyd Co., Virginia.6,7,2,3 She married William Wallace Bower, son of William H. Bower and Delia A. "Adelia" Swinney, on December 24, 1924 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,8,3,9 As of December 24, 1924,her married name was Bower. Odessa Prudence "Dessie" Palmer died on September 29, 1993 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 88.6,8,9 She BOWER, Dessie Palmer, 88, of Roanoke, died Wednesday, September 29, 1993. She was the widow of William W. Bower and was a member of Belmont Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Margaret B. and Norman L. Adams, Roanoke; her stepson and daughter-in-law, Walter B. and Jane Bower, Roanoke; stepdaughter and son-in-law, Nettie and Dowling Wheeler, Cedartown, Ga; son and daughter-in-law, Lewis P. and Carmen Bower, Durham, Conn; sister, Ethel Sowder; brothers, Everett and Tommy Palmer, all of Roanoke; nine grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Lotz Roanoke Chapel by the Rev. Wayne Harrison, with burial in Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Floyd County. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Lotz Roanoke Chapel. on September 30, 1993.8

Census Records

1910Dwelling 125, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia4
1920Dwelling 76, District 100, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 133, District 28, Roanoke, Virginia10
1940Dwelling 125, District 81-8, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia11

Family

William Wallace Bower b. August 29, 1890, d. May 26, 1968
Marriage*Odessa Prudence "Dessie" Palmer married William Wallace Bower, son of William H. Bower and Delia A. "Adelia" Swinney, on December 24, 1924 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,8,3,9 
Children

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  3. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  4. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S104] Billy and Juanita Grice, Cemeteries in Floyd County.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Dessie Palmer Bower obituary in the Sep 30, 1993 edition.
  9. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  10. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S2128] Hartford Courant, The, From the Lewis P. Bower, Sr. obituary in the Nov 9, 2001 edition.
  13. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Ida Irene Palmer1

F, b. September 6, 1922, d. March, 1985
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer1,2 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood1,2 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     Her Social Security Number was 229-18-0106.3 Ida Irene Palmer was born on September 6, 1922 at Virginia.3,1 She married Wilfred Montgomery LaPrade on October 3, 1942.1,4 As of October 3, 1942,her married name was LaPrade. Ida Irene Palmer died in March, 1985 at age 62.3

Census Records

1940Dwelling 148, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia5

Family

Wilfred Montgomery LaPrade b. March 8, 1924, d. December 28, 1995
Marriage*Ida Irene Palmer married Wilfred Montgomery LaPrade on October 3, 1942.1,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  3. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  4. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Wilfred Montgomery LaPrade obituary in the Dec 29, 1995 edition.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the James Richard LaPrade obituary in the Mar 19, 2009 edition.
  8. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr.1,2,3,4,5

M, b. October 2, 1928, d. May 24, 2013
FatherWalter Thomas Palmer6,1,2 b. August 3, 1882, d. September 11, 1930
MotherEffie Esther Wood6,1,2 b. March 28, 1885, d. October 11, 1928
     His Social Security Number was 228-30-9556.7 Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.1 He was born on October 2, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.6,1,2,3,5,7 He married Phyllis Lucille Fisher, daughter of Frank Odell Fisher and Maggie Lucille Paxton, on January 14, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.6,8,2 Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. married Ruth Wilkerson on June 16, 1975 at Layton, Davis Co., Utah.9 Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. and Ruth Wilkerson were divorced on January 31, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.9 Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. married Rosemary Lucille Woodson on February 26, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.1,2,10 Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. died on May 24, 2013 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 84.1,4,7 He Walter Thomas (Tom) Palmer, 84, of Vinton, died Friday, May 24, 2013. He was born October 2, 1928 in Roanoke, to Walter Thomas and Effie Esther Palmer. Tom served in the United States Army Air Corp. in the Pacific. He worked for Fulton Trucks, Johnson International, Southwest Diesel and retired from Concrete Pipe and Products. Tom was a member of Ninth Street Church of the Brethren, Roanoke Moose Lodge #284 and a former member of the Masonic Lodge and Odd Fellows. He loved working on airplane motors, enjoyed beach trips, family outings, gardening and camping. He loved his dogs, Muff, Abigail, Annabelle and Chloe. In addition to his parents Tom was also preceded in death by his brothers, Robert, Earnest and Everette Palmer and his sisters, Ethel Sowder, Dessie Bower, Irene LaPrade and Nellie Palmer. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 36 years, Rosemary Woodson Palmer; many special nieces; nephews; brothers-in-law and sister-in-laws. A Funeral Service will be conducted from Oakey's Vinton Chapel 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013 with Pastor Dan Rudy officiating. The interment will follow at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens with military honors provided by the DAV Honor Guard. Memorial donations may be made to the Ninth Street Church of the Brethren building fund. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2013 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. on May 26, 2013.1

Census Records

1930Dwelling 254, District 11, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his grandfather Ferdinand Wood11
1940Dwelling 14, District 32-13, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his uncle Riley Poff12
1950Dwelling 109, District 120-83, Roanoke, Virginia13

Occupation

1950Flour mill worker13

Family 1

Phyllis Lucille Fisher b. May 11, 1932, d. October 21, 2021
Marriage*Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. married Phyllis Lucille Fisher, daughter of Frank Odell Fisher and Maggie Lucille Paxton, on January 14, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.6,8,2 

Family 2

Ruth Wilkerson
Marriage*Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. married Ruth Wilkerson on June 16, 1975 at Layton, Davis Co., Utah.9 
Divorce* Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. and Ruth Wilkerson were divorced on January 31, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.9 

Family 3

Rosemary Lucille Woodson b. April 12, 1937, d. February 13, 2023
Marriage*Walter Thomas "Tom" Palmer Jr. married Rosemary Lucille Woodson on February 26, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.1,2,10 

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Walter Thomas Palmer obituary in the May 26, 2013 edition.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  6. [S581] Sylvia Gearheart Albert, Jacob Shilling, Jr. Family of Franklin Co., VA.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S24] Fred Wimmer, Wimmer Family 1695-1978.
  9. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Rosemary Lucille Woodson Palmer obituary in the Feb 15, 2023 edition.
  11. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.

Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship1,2,3,4

F, b. May 5, 1874, d. July 15, 1968
FatherGiles E. Blankenship2,5,6,4 b. 1826
MotherLouisa/Levicia "Lavicy" Conner2,5,6,4 b. circa 1837, d. before 1890
     Her Social Security Number was 229-72-6507.7 Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.4 She was born on May 5, 1874 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The SSDI and death certificate have a birth date of May 5, 1875.6,7,4 She married Ira Shelton Palmer, son of Thomas Henry Palmer and Martha Prudence Carr, on February 10, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,3,4 As of February 10, 1901,her married name was Palmer. Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship died on July 15, 1968 at Goodview, Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 94.7,4

Census Records

1880Dwelling 380, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia5
1890Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia8
1910Dwelling 100, District 51, Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia9
1920Dwelling 106, District 48, Chambliss, Bedford Co., Virginia10
1930Dwelling 166, District 2, Chambliss, Bedford Co., Virginia11
1940Dwelling 223, District 10-3, Chamblissburg, Bedford Co., Virginia12

Family

Ira Shelton Palmer b. February 15, 1880, d. October 2, 1953
Marriage*Rhoda Alice "Rodie" Blankenship married Ira Shelton Palmer, son of Thomas Henry Palmer and Martha Prudence Carr, on February 10, 1901 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,3,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Chester Morgan Palmer obituary in the Dec 21, 2000 edition.
  2. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Annie May Palmer Blankenship obituary in the Aug 25, 2007 edition.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S549] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1873-1879.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ira Shelton Palmer obituary in the Oct 3, 1953 edition.
  14. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  15. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  16. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  17. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  18. [S1653] Bureau of Vital Statistics North Carolina State Board of Health, North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976, From the Brainard Thomas Palmer, Sr. death certificate.
  19. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  20. [S222] Glenna G. Conner, Siner Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA.

Sarah Poff1

F, b. circa 1847
FatherPeter Riley Poff III1 b. circa 1824, d. circa 1893
MotherMary Ann "Polly" Conner1 b. circa 1826
     Sarah Poff was born circa 1847 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.1 She Not enumerated with her family in the 1860 Census on August 30, 1860.2

Census Records

1850Dwelling 1068, District 41, Montgomery Co., Virginia1

Citations

  1. [S153] National Archives and Records Administration, 1850 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S301] National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census.

Lucy Ann Stewart1,2,3,4,5

F, b. June 7, 1854, d. March 16, 1953
FatherSilas Reed Stewart1,2,3,4,5 b. January 13, 1829, d. October 29, 1907
MotherSarah Jane Hall1,2,3,4,5 b. 1831, d. April 7, 1888
     Lucy Ann Stewart was buried at Galilee Church Cemetery, from Salem on Rt. 11, left on Rt. 603 across railroad tracks, Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.6,7,3,5 She was born on June 7, 1854 at Montgomery Co., Virginia; The funeral home records have a birth date of Jun 4, 1854.6,7,3,5 She married Harvey Lewis Yopp on June 5, 1873 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.2,3,4 As of June 5, 1873,her married name was Yopp. Lucy Ann Stewart died on March 16, 1953 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 98.6,7,3,5 She ElLLISTON - Mrs. Lucy Ann Yopp, 98, died here yesterday. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. D. C. Beckner, Callaway; Mrs. H. D. Palmer, Mrs. E. H. Martin, Mrs. O. S. McDaniels, all of Elliston; Mrs. Leitha Blankenship, Salem; Mrs. Noah Akers, Cambria; five sons, S. W. Yopp, Troutville; L. W. Yopp, Ironto; O. W. Yopp, Roanoke; James Yopp, Elliston; Emmett Yopp, Radford; 114 grandchildren; 215 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the Galilee Church. Interment will be in the Church cemetery. on March 17, 1953.8

Family

Harvey Lewis Yopp b. May, 1851, d. July 24, 1937
Marriage*She married Harvey Lewis Yopp on June 5, 1873 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.2,3,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S705] Scotland-Stewart, online http://www.scotland-stewart.com/features.html
  2. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  3. [S1704] Virginia B. Pendleton, Records of Death - Book 25, Grant Bryant Funeral Home Records Nov 28, 1951 - Dec 17, 1956.
  4. [S48] Montgomery Co., Virginia Court House, Register 1, Montgomery Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  5. [S2335] Galilee Church Cemetery, Montgomery Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GRid=47349949&CRid=2339074&
  6. [S183] Roanoke Regional Preservation Office, Cemeteries in Roanoke County, Virginia.
  7. [S248] Babe Fowler & Ruth G. Hale, Galilee Cemetery, Roanoke Co., VA.
  8. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Lucy Ann Yopp obituary.
  9. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  10. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  11. [S306] Ora Belle Mayberry McColman and Others, Emera Altizer of Montgomery Co., VA and Some of his Descendants 1736-1997.

Florida Palmer1

F, b. February 15, 1880, d. October 12, 1880
FatherThomas Henry Palmer1 b. March, 1856, d. March 20, 1930
MotherMartha Prudence Carr1 b. 1857, d. March 10, 1931
     Florida Palmer was born on February 15, 1880 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The date of birth was derived from the birth record if Ira and the fact that they were enumerated as twins in the 1880 Census.2,1 She died on October 12, 1880 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The first name is unreadable but I believe this is the death record for "Florida" the twin of Ira, who was not enumerated with his/her family in the 1890 Census.3

Census Records

1880Dwelling 141, District 30, Floyd Co., Virginia1

Citations

  1. [S109] National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S567] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia, Birth Records, 1880-1884.
  3. [S96] Beth Fridley, Floyd Co., Virginia Death Records, 1853-1882.

James Agee1,2,3

M, b. January 7, 1823, d. September 22, 1892
FatherJoshua Agee1,2 b. April 8, 1799, d. circa 1883
MotherSarah Brammer1,2
     James Agee was buried at Agee Cemetery, left off Rt. 615 at County Line Church and cemetery, Floyd Co., Virginia.3 He married Judith "Judy" Thomas.1 James Agee was born on January 7, 1823.1,3 He died on September 22, 1892 at age 69.3

Census Records

1890Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia4

Family

Judith "Judy" Thomas b. April 20, 1819, d. May 28, 1919
Marriage*James Agee married Judith "Judy" Thomas.1 
Child

Citations

  1. [S400] Russell E. Fisher & Jill Fisher Bass, Notes on the Family of Joshua "Bird" Agee.
  2. [S566] Jack Spangler (grandson of Mary Ona Agee), M. J. Spangler in "Floyd Co., Virginia Listserve," listserve message Sep 20, 2004.
  3. [S1259] Ruth G. Hale, Agee Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA.
  4. [S131] Virginia Court House abbreviated copy on file at Floyd Co., 1890 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S16] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 3, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.