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     Peggy Ann Wingate was born on September 6, 1930 at Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.^1,2 She married John Lennis Prillaman, son of John Tyler Prillaman and Elvada Esther Conner, on October 21, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,4 As of October 21, 1950,her married name was Prillaman.³ Peggy Ann Wingate died on December 7, 2013 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 83.² She Peggy Wingate Prillaman, 83, of Martinsville, passed away on December 7, 2013 at her home. Mrs. Prillaman was born in Akron, Ohio on September 6, 1930 to the late Muncy Thomas Wingate and Nell Carico Wingate. She was preceded in death by one sister, Martha Wingate Weddle; one brother, Billy Gene Wingate; and a grandson, Billy Malkiewicz.Mrs. Prillaman was of the Baptist faith, and worked as a registered nurse until 1980.Surviving is her husband, John Lennis Prillaman of the home; one daughter, Deborah Prillaman of Martinsville; one son, David Prillaman and wife Barbara of Front Royal; three sisters, Betty Wingate Chew of Martinsville, Dorothy Wingate Branscome of Galax and Rosemary Wingate Humphrey of Kernersville, N.C; one brother, Ralph Thomas Wingate of Galax; one grandson, Ricky Malkiewicz of Maryland; and three great-grandchildren.Pastor Anne Sisson will officiate, and all services will be private.Memorial contributions may be made to: Sloan-Kettering, Cancer Center, 1275 York Ave., New York, NY 10065 or to the Ridgeway Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 611, Ridgeway, VA 24148.Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, is serving the Prillaman family. on December 10, 2013.²

     Dorothy Jean Burkholder Dorothy Jean Burkholder Wimmer, loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother, age 92, of Boones Mill, VA passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018. She was born on December 12th, 1925, a daughter of the late William and Ruby Burkholder. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Rev. Ralph J. Wimmer, Sr. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Betty B. Ungar and Josephine B. Wilkerson. She was also preceded in death by her in-laws, Claude and Nelly Wimmer, Carl Wimmer, Frances White, Helen Reid, and Margaret Nolan. She was lovingly called Dot-Dot by many who knew and loved her. Dot grew up on a small farm in Bedford County. She was a 1942 graduate of Montvale High School and a 1946 graduate of Madison College (JMU) and moved to Salem where she lived with her future sister-in-law (Helen), who ultimately introduced her to the love of her life, Ralph. Dot served as choir director at Boones Mill United Methodist Church where Ralph served as pastor for 35 years. She also taught Sunday- School there. At the time of her death, she was a faithful member of Rocky Mount United Methodist Church.
For over 30 years, Dot taught music in several elementary schools in Franklin County and touched the lives of so many whom she taught. Dot was a member of Boones Mill Garden Club, Boones Mill Lions Club where she received the Melvin Jones Fellow Award for dedication of humanitarian services, she volunteered at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, served on the Board of the Franklin County Library, and was a huge supporter of Helping Hands of Franklin County. Mama always made sure that her children were taken care of, had everything they needed and were always well fed. She went above and beyond for her children.
Dot was a faithful servant of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dot is survived by her loving children, Ralph J. Wimmer, Jr. and his wife, Claire, Jeanne Banks and her husband, Marshall, Cyndee Holland, Sandra Funk and her husband, Timmy and her son-in-law, Dennis Holland. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jennifer Cribbs (Wayne), Jason Wimmer (Katie), Miranda Banks, Joshua Banks, Mariah Banks, Cole Holland, Carrie Holland and Sarah Funk. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Madison Cribbs, Jordan Cribbs and Charlie Wimmer. Dot was a wonderful and loving mother and her whole family will miss her so much. The family takes comfort knowing that she lived a wonderful and full 92 years of life and that she is now in Heaven with Ralph, her parents and her siblings and with her Heavenly Father. Her family is thankful that she is no longer bed-ridden and her mind is clear from the dementia that took over the last 3 years. We were so blessed to have the best caregivers in the world over the past 3 years for Mama. They loved her and took such good care of her. We thank you so much Lisa (Nelly), Debbie (Min), and Tracey (Wendy). There are no words to express to you how thankful we are that you were the 3 that took care of our mother – as long as one of you were there with her, we never worried about her at all. Thank you so much. We would also like to thank the doctors and staff at Franklin Memorial Hospital who could not have been more compassionate and caring during Mama's last hours on earth. The family would like to thank all of those who have been praying and thinking of them and Dot during this time. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park.² She was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.² She was born on December 12, 1925 at Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 She married Rev. Ralph Julian Wimmer Sr., son of Claude Alonzo/Alonzie Wimmer and Nellie May Mathena, circa 1949.^4,5,2 As of circa 1949,her married name was Wimmer.⁵ Dorothy Jean Burkholder died on March 4, 2018 at Virginia at age 92.²

     His Social Security Number was 300-22-6612.² Ray Clinton White was born on February 2, 1928 at Nallen, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,3 He married Frances Ann Wimmer, daughter of Claude Alonzo/Alonzie Wimmer and Nellie May Mathena, on September 2, 1950 at Washington, D.C..¹ Ray Clinton White died on March 26, 1999 at Louisiana at age 71.^2,3,4

     Her Social Security Number was 229-78-6246.⁵ Pauline Alderman was buried at Highland Memory Gardens, Rt. 11 between Dublin and Radford, Pulaski Co., Virginia.¹ She married Roger Lee Dobbins.^1,3 Her married name was Dobbins. Pauline Alderman was born on August 8, 1952.⁵ She died on January 7, 2005 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 52.^1,5 She Pauline Alderman Dobbins, 52, of Radford, died Friday, January 7, 2005 in Carilion New River Medical Center. Surviving are her husband, Roger Lee Dobbins, Radford; three children, Kelly Dobbins and Mike Dobbins, Christiansburg, Stacy Dobbins, Radford; her mother, Naomi Alderman, Radford; two sisters, Donna Harris, Draper and Susan Anderson, Radford; seven grandchildren, Lucy Cundiff, Nena Cundiff, Jay Cundiff, Zack McPeake, Andrew Franklin, Lindsey Dobbins and Erica Dobbins. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 9, 2005 at The Radford Wesleyan Church with Rev. Barry Van Steenberg officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2005 at the DeVilbiss Funeral Home. on January 8, 2005.¹

     Roger Lee Dobbins married Pauline Alderman, daughter of Howard Edgar Alderman and Ruth Naomi Stapelton.^1,2 Roger Lee Dobbins was buried at Highland Memory Gardens, Rt. 11 between Dublin and Radford, Pulaski Co., Virginia.² He was born on July 7, 1944 at Radford, Virginia.² He died on May 6, 2012 at Virginia at age 67.² He Roger Lee Dobbins, 67, of Radford, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012. He was born in Radford on July 7, 1944. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Pauline Alderman Dobbins; his mother, Christine Dobbins; and his grandmother, Lucy (Nanie) Burton. He started working at Lynchburg Foundry Company at age 18. Volvo Trucks North America hired him in 1986, where he continued to work until his death. He remained loyal to the Volvo family for over 25 years, where he had many dear friends. He worked hard and played hard. He was known for his expertise and collection of Chevrolets. Roger won several awards in car shows over the years. He was also musically inclined. He played the harmonica, mandolin, banjo and other instruments. He was a generous man and knew no strangers. His sense of humor will be missed by many. He is survived by daughters, Kelly Dobbins Cline and Stacey Dawn Dobbins; and son, Roger Michael (Mike) Dobbins; son-in-law, Matthew Cline and Tommy Maynor. He is survived by 10 grandchildren, Lucy Cundiff, Nina Cundiff, Jay Cundiff, Zack McPeake, Andrew Franklin, Lindsay Dobbins, Erika Dobbins, Kendall Dobbins, Peyton Dobbins, and Faith Cline; great-grandson, Tatum White; and special friend (first wife) Meredith (Sue) Dobbins Yunten. The family would like to thank the staff at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. And a special appreciation to Dottie Cook, for her kindness and care of Roger and his family. The family would also like to extend to gratitude to Roger Akers, a wonderful friend at Volvo. He was particularly helpful during this difficult time. Heaven got a good one, and Roger Dobbins will never be forgotten. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012, at DeVilbiss Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Ingo officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday May 9, 2012, at the funeral home. Arrangements by DeVilbiss Funeral Home, Radford.
on May 9, 2012.²

     His Social Security Number was 231-24-9971.⁷ Henry Thomas "Tommy" Charlton was buried at West View Cemetery, 5th Street and Carter Street, Radford, Virginia.⁴ He was born on August 26, 1925 at Radford, Virginia.^2,5,7,6 He married Ruth Evelyne Alderman, daughter of Edgar Mellon Alderman and Rosa Virginia "Rosie" Poff, on September 2, 1989 at Radford, Virginia.^1,2,8,4 Henry Thomas "Tommy" Charlton died on March 13, 2008 at Radford, Virginia, at age 82.^3,4,7 He Henry Thomas (Tommy) Charlton, 82, of Radford, Va. went to be with the Heavenly Father on March 13, 2008, after a long battle with strokes and heart failure. His wonderful talent of music will be missed by everyone that knew him. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he was saved and baptized in his youth. He occasionally played the piano there as well. Tommy also played at Radford Wesleyan, Stafford Hill Pentecostal, Wheatland Retirement, Heritage Hall Nursing, at several weddings and DeVilbiss Funeral Home. Tommy was the son of Brainard and Margaret (Peg) Charlton. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Buddy Charlton, Chester Charlton and Bobby Charlton; his half brothers and sisters, Brainard Charlton, Mildred Dixon and Etta Kate Graves; and sister-in-law, Lorna Charlton. Tommy was also predeceased by nephews, Richard Charlton and Jackie Graves. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Ruth Alderman Caldwell Charlton. Also surviving are nephews and nieces, Chester Scott, Sue Ellen, Peg, Jane and Bill Charlton, Libby Dixon Clark, Jimmy Graves, Linda Charlton Drain, and Dougie Charlton; sistersin-law, Sue Charlton and Ann Charlton; special cousins, Katie Fanning and Rusty, of Pearisburg, and Rebecca Phillips, of Pulaski, Va. Also surviving are Ruth's children and grandchildren that Tommy loved very much, Tommy, Steve and Bobby Caldwell; grandchildren, Randy and Caden Caldwell, Amanda Caldwell, Dwayne Caldwell, Sierra Meredith, Montana, Dorian Caldwell, Kayla Furrow, and Shawnia Lowery. The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Monday, March 17, 2008, at DeVilbiss Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the DeVilbiss Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Kent Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in the West View Cemetery. on March 15, 2008.³

     Frank Roscoe "Buddy" Looney Jr. was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), above the fish hatchery, Rt. 42, Craig Co., Virginia.^2,4 He was born on February 28, 1935 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.⁴ He died on September 9, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 17.^2,3,4

     Dorothy Jane Looney was born on May 28, 1926 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^5,3 As of October 3, 1949,her married name was Barnes.⁵ She married Robert Vernon "Buck" Barnes Jr. on October 3, 1949 at Baltimore, Maryland.^1,5,3,6 Dorothy Jane Looney died on March 2, 2019 at Virginia at age 92.³ She Dorothy Jane Looney Barnes, 92, born on May 28, 1926, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019 following several years living with Dementia/Alzheimer's disease. She was born and raised in New Castle, Va. As "Student #4", she is a Graduate of New Castle High School-1943, followed by studies at Virginia Polytechnic Institute (known now as Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.) with a Bachelor's Degree-1947. She proceeded on to graduating from her 2 year internship at John's Hopkins Hospital, School of Dietetics, Baltimore, Md. and graduating in 1947. Chief Dietician for Baltimore City Hospital, member of John Hopkins Hospital Dietetics Dept. and Nutritional Instructor for RNs, LPNs, including patients of JHH. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Vernon Barnes Jr; parents, Roscoe and Murphey Looney; brothers, Buddy, Tyler, and Fred Looney. She is survived by daughter, Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Barnes Lettshek (Daniel) of Clinton Township, Mich; step-grandson, Michael Lettshek; great-grandchildren, Hannah and Danny Lettshek of Bumpass, Va. Survived by her dear sister, Barbara Looney Reynolds of West Melbourne, Fla; nephews, Chuck Reynolds, William "King" and Bobby Thompson, Watson, John, and Steve Looney; nieces, Milli Reynolds Washock (Dick), Carolyn Thurston, Lynn Larnerd. She was a life member of the New Castle Methodist Church, the American Dietetic Association, Old Brick Hotel Conservation Member, D.A.R.-Craig County Chapter, and the Retired Teachers Association. She retired after 22 years of teaching New Castle Methodist Church Adult Sunday School Class, as she was mentored by Ms. Kate Layman to assure the teaching role. She spent many years working to provide many local residences that needed diets specific for various ailments. Special thank you and appreciation goes to the staff of Cardinal Senior Living and Memory Care, Bedford, Va., including the MediHealth/Hospice Staff. They all are professional and spectacular in caring for their residences and patients. Exceptional hands on care for all. Funeral Services will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle with Pastor Charles Stacy officiating. A private interment will follow. on March 9, 2019.³

     Robert Vernon "Buck" Barnes Jr. was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), above the fish hatchery, Rt. 42, Craig Co., Virginia.^5,6,7 He was born on January 29, 1918.^5,6 He married Dorothy Jane Looney, daughter of Frank Roscoe Looney and Murphy Orine Looney, on October 3, 1949 at Baltimore, Maryland.^1,2,3,7 Robert Vernon "Buck" Barnes Jr. died on April 20, 2005 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 87.^4,5,6,7 He Robert (Buck) Vernon Barnes, Jr., 87, of New Castle, formerly of Baltimore, Md., passed away at home, Wednesday, April 20, 2005. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert V. Barnes, Sr; mother, Katherine A. Barnes; and sister, Ruth Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Jane Looney Barnes; and daughter, Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Lettshek and husband, Daniel; nephews, Billy Simpson, King Thompson and Bobby Thompson. He served as a US Marine and participated in action against the enemy on Gilbert Island and Okinawa. A World War II veteran, he recuperated in a Naval Hospital on the Hawaiian Islands, due to shrapnel and explosion which caused damage to his eyes. He worked at Bethlehem Steel, Sparrows Pt., Md. for 29 years and also worked in the tile and marble business. He was a golf enthusiast and loved baseball, mainly the Orioles, painting, carpentry work, and stone work. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, April 24, 2005 at Huffman Memorial Park, New Castle with the Rev. Lowell Stovall and the Rev. Emory Tarpley officiating. on April 23, 2005.⁷

     Fred Ellis Looney was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), above the fish hatchery, Rt. 42, Craig Co., Virginia.⁷ He was born on March 24, 1929 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^3,5,6,7,8 He married Helen Louise Vautrin on June 29, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,11,6 Fred Ellis Looney died on April 26, 2010 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 81.^12,4,7 He Fred E. Looney, 81, of New Castle, Va., passed away on Monday, April 26, 2010. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2010, at Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va., 540-864-5142. on April 27, 2010.¹²

     Helen Louise Vautrin was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), above the fish hatchery, Rt. 42, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on August 29, 1936 at Englewood, Bergen Co., New Jersey.^1,3 She married Fred Ellis Looney, son of Frank Roscoe Looney and Murphy Orine Looney, on June 29, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,1,2 As of June 29, 1968,her married name was Looney.² Helen Louise Vautrin died on November 27, 2008 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 72.^1,3,5 She Helen Louise Looney, 72, of New Castle, Va., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 27, 2008. She was born on August 29, 1936, in Inglewood, N.J. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Julia Vautrin. She is survived by her husband, Fred Looney, of New Castle; sons, Steven Looney and wife, Kyna, of Orlando, Fla., and John Looney and wife, Cathy, of New Castle; grandsons, Justin, Sean, and Will; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 30, 2008, at Paitsel Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Ernie Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Huffman Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, November 29, 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Castle Christian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 287, New Castle, Va. 24127. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home, New Castle, Va. www.paitselfh.com. on November 29, 2008.¹