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     Sarah Ann Clingenpeel was buried at Simpson Family Cemetery, Gold Field Road, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 She was born on June 27, 1837 at Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She married Joseph D. King, son of Henry D. King and Sarah Ann Bartlett, on May 29, 1856 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,1 As of May 29, 1856,her married name was King. Sarah Ann Clingenpeel died on January 20, 1920 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 82.^1,6

     Wyoming W. Walton was buried at Walton Cemetery, Pee Wee Drive, S. E., Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on April 7, 1886 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3 He died on April 3, 1904 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 17.¹

     His Social Security Number was 227-14-1386.⁸ James William McFarland was buried at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, Virginia.⁹ He NEWPORT NEWS - James William McFarland, 71, a native of Ellett, and a Peninsula resident since 1958, died Saturday, July 23, 1994. He was a member of the Abundant Life Tabernacle, Hampton, and he retired in 1984 after 26 years as a warehouseman with civil service at Fort Eustis. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Edna E. McFarland; one daughter, Nancy Robertson, of Mesa, Ariz; one son, Stephen Sowers, of Newport News; three brothers, Joe McFarland, of Blacksburg, John G. McFarland, of Covington, and Millard B. McFarland Jr., of Christiansburg; five grandchildren, Stephanie Robertson, Shawn Sowers, Misty Sowers, Deborah Madore,and Doug Robertson; and one great-grandson, Cain Sowers.³ He was born on August 3, 1922 at Ellett, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,2,9,10,6,7 He married Edna Marie Epperly, daughter of Alonzo Conner "Lonzo" Epperly and Myrtle Ellen Poff, on December 23, 1958 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,11 James William McFarland died on July 23, 1994 at Newport News, Virginia, at age 71.^8,9,3,4,10

     Dorothy Jane Epperly was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on October 21, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5,6 As of February 12, 1944,her married name was Jones.⁴ She married Roy Clinton Jones on February 12, 1944 at Rogers, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,4,6,7 Dorothy Jane Epperly died on October 14, 2017 at Virginia at age 90.⁶ She Dorothy Epperly Jones, 90, of Pilot, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2017. She was born on October 21, 1926 to the late Lonza and Myrtle Epperly. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her brother, Leonard Epperly; sister, Edna McFarland; and granddaughter, Michelle Collins. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 73 years, Roy Jones; son, Clinton Jones; daughter, Sandra Manning and husband Ersel; grandchild, Casey Jones and wife Laurie; three great-grandchildren; brother, Edward Epperly and wife Dolly; as well as several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, at Horne Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. in the Chapel, with the Rev. Kenneth Kingrea officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. on October 17, 2017.⁶

     Roy Clinton Jones was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ He was born on August 29, 1919 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 He married Dorothy Jane Epperly, daughter of Alonzo Conner "Lonzo" Epperly and Myrtle Ellen Poff, on February 12, 1944 at Rogers, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5 Roy Clinton Jones died on July 13, 2018 at Virginia at age 98.³ He Roy C. Jones, 98, of Pilot, Va., was called home July 13, 2018 after a short illness. He was born August 29, 1919. Roy was married to the love of his life for 73 years and raised two beautiful children. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. A man of God Roy knew no enemy. A heart of gold, he always wore a smile. Roy was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy Jones; and his granddaughter, Shelly Collins. He is survived by his son, Clinton Jones; daughter, Sandra Manning and husband Ersal; grandchild, Casey Meador- Jones and wife, Laurie; three great grandchildren; his cat, Lucky; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home chapel at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kenneth Kingrea and the Rev. Leon Alley officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery. on July 15, 2018.³

     Edward Lee Epperly was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on November 16, 1931 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ He married Dollie Mae Sumner on September 9, 1952 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,3 Edward Lee Epperly died on July 2, 2019 at Virginia at age 87.⁵ He Edward Epperly, 87, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on July 2, 2019 surrounded by his family, after a life that was well lived. He is survived by his faithful and loving wife of 66 years, Dollie Epperly; sons, Norman Epperly (Janet), Jerry Epperly (Angie); daughter, Sharon Flinchum (Wendell); grandchildren, Amy (Charlie), Jason (Melissa), Adam (Sheila), Haley (Caleb), and Renea; great-grandchildren, Sadie, Macy, and Aidan. Also surviving him are special niece, Nancy Robertson; along with many other wonderful nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lonza and Myrtle Epperly; twin sister, Edna McFarland; sister, Dorothy Jones; and brother, Leonard Epperly. Edward was a faithful member, deacon and trustee of the Christian Fellowship Tabernacle since 1962. He proudly served his Country in the Unied States Army and the National Guard during the Korean War. Edward had a smile and a witty word for everyone he met which will be greatly missed. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the caring staff at Commonwealth Assisted Living in Christiansburg, including Anna, Breanna, Debbie, Leanne, Lula, and many others too numerous to name. A special thank you to Tiler Smith, who adopted our 'Papa' as his own. The family would also like to extend their thanks to Medi Home Health and Hospice for their care. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 5, 2019, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2019, at 11 a.m. in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Earnest Fulcher and Adam Abate officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery. on July 3, 2019.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 227-03-4075.¹¹ Dennis Brooks Draper Sr. was buried at Thornrose Cemetery, 1041 West Beverley Street, Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^3,7 He was born on May 24, 1912 at Keystone, Marion Co., West Virginia.^11,3,4,5,6 He married Alice Betty Culbertson on December 21, 1935 at Marion, Marion Co., South Carolina.⁴ Dennis Brooks Draper Sr. and Alice Betty Culbertson were divorced on October 26, 1972 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.⁴ Dennis Brooks Draper Sr. died on November 8, 1997 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 85.^11,3,7,8 He Dennis Brooks Draper, 85, of 33 Woodland Drive, retired Chairman of the Board and CEO of CFW Communications, died Saturday afternoon, November 8, 1997, at Augusta Medical Center. Mr. Draper was born May 24, 1912 in Keystone, WV, a son of the late Alonzo Thomas and Sallie Conner Draper. He attended high school in Pocahontas and graduated from Dunsmore Business College. Mr. Draper was Secretary Treasurer of Stonewall Jackson Hotel prior to joining Clifton Forge-Waynesboro Telephone Company in 1941. In 1944 he was elected Company Secretary and Vice-President and Plant Manager in 1949. Mr. Draper was elected to the Board of Directors of Clifton Forge-Waynesboro Telephone Company in 1947 and was elected President of the company in 1963. He became Chairman of the Board in 1969 and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 1978. He retired in June of 1982. He served as President of the Virginia Independent Telephone Association, served on the Board of the Covington-Alleghany County Chamber Commerce, as a Director of United Virginia Bank/National Valley in Staunton and had been a member of Staunton Rotary Club. Mr. Draper had served as Chairman of the City Planning Commission; had been a member of the Board of the Country Club Staunton; served on the Board of Trustees of King's Daughters' Hospital and on the Advisory Board of Visitors at Mary Baldwin College. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church. Surviving are a daughter, Sally Draper of Staunton, a son, Dennis B. Draper, Jr., of New Hampshire and a granddaughter, Audry Lynn Flotz and her husband, T. J. Flotz of Pennsylvania, and a sister, Mary Lee Draper of Staunton. A graveside funeral service will be held in Thornrose Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Johnnie O. Miller, T. J. Flotz, George V. Bernard, Jesse A. Meadows, Meredith E. Yeago, and Paul Flanagan. on November 10, 1997.⁷

     Bertha Jeanette Draper was buried at Resthaven Memorial Cemetery, 4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, Jefferson Co., Kentucky.⁷ Her Social Security Number was 402-52-4921.⁸ She was born on April 16, 1910 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.^2,8 As of June 26, 1934,her married name was Caswell.⁹ She married Durward Bland Caswell on June 26, 1934 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.^4,7 Bertha Jeanette Draper died on August 16, 1990 at Louisville, Jefferson Co., Kentucky, at age 80.^10,8,7 She Bertha Draper Caswell, 80, of St. Matthews, died Thursday at Baptist Hospital East. She was a retired teacher and had taught at Norton Elementary School. Survivors: her husband, D. B. Caswell; two daughters, Jeanette C. Nunnelley and Virginia Lee Koernner; a brother, Dennis B. Draper of Staunton, Va; a sister, Mary Lee Draper of Staunton; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Burial in Resthaven Memorial Park. on August 18, 1990.⁷

     Her Social Security Number was 406-22-5329.⁷ Mary Lee Draper was buried at Thornrose Cemetery, 1041 West Beverley Street, Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^3,6 She was born on December 22, 1913 at Pocahontas, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^3,5,6,7 She died on September 12, 1999 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 85.^3,6,7,12,8 She Mary Lee Draper, 85, formerly of Harper Court, died Sunday evening (Sept. 12, 1999) at Oak Hill Center. She was born Dec. 22, 1913, at Pocahontas, a daughter of Alonzo and Sallie (Conner) Draper. She retired as a general traffic manager from the Clifton Forge-Waynesboro Telephone Co. in 1979, after more than 35 years of service. Since 1943, she was an active member of Central United Methodist Church in various roles, including singing in the choir and playing piano for the Sunday school fellowship. Surviving are two nieces, Sally Draper of Staunton and Jeanette Nunnelly of Kentucky; a nephew, Dennis Draper of New Hampshire; and great-nieces. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. A service will be conducted at Thornrose Cemetery on September 14, 1999.⁶

     Arthur Lewis Dillon Jr. was buried at Trinity Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Troutville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.³ He was born on June 1, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4,5 He married Patricia Sue "Patty" Wills, daughter of Frederick Adair Wills and Merle Conner Pearman, on February 25, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 Arthur Lewis Dillon Jr. died on September 19, 2019 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 91.³ He Arthur Lewis Dillon Jr., 91, of Salem, Va., passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the Virginia Veterans Care Center in Roanoke. He was born on June 1, 1928 in Roanoke, Va. to the late Arthur Lewis Dillon, Sr. and Danie Francis Firebaugh Dillon. Following graduation from William Fleming High School in 1946, Art enlisted in the United States Navy, serving during WWII aboard the USS Coral Sea aircraft carrier. After serving 2 years, he enrolled, and graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelors in Business Administration with the help of the G.I. bill. Art later retired after numerous years of service as a real estate specialist with the U.S. Government. Along with his wife, he enjoyed numerous trips to countries abroad, as he thoroughly enjoyed traveling. Art was an inactive member with the Taylor Masonic Lodge # 23, as well as the Kazim Shriners Temple in Roanoke. Above all, Art will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He will be missed! In addition to his parents, Art was preceded in death by his sister, Dreama Dillon Dunn. Family remaining to cherish his memory include his wife of 42 years, Patricia Wills Dillon; sons, Lewis and Stuart Dillon; daughters, Katherine Dillon Greene and Patricia M. Dillon; step children, Katheryn Surface Burks and Michael Surface; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Inurnment will follow in the Trinity Church of the Brethren Cemetery located in Troutville where military rights will be rendered. on September 25, 2019.³

     His Social Security Number was 225-34-1363.⁴ Dr. John Shelton Surface was buried at White Cemetery (also known as Crockett Cemetery), Rt. 637, near Rt. 11, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He was born on March 23, 1932 at Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 He married Patricia Sue "Patty" Wills, daughter of Frederick Adair Wills and Merle Conner Pearman, on May 26, 1951 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,2 Dr. John Shelton Surface died on December 9, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 38; Died in an auto accident.²

     Mary M. Cole was born circa 1867 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,1