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     Her Social Security Number was 231-64-8418.⁵ Ida D. Holt was buried at Wimmer, Bohan, Maxie, Shilling Cemetery, Blue Ridge Parkway MP 136 area, Adney Gap, Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,7,1,2,3,8 She was born on November 11, 1900 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,7,1,2,3,5 She married Willie Lewis "Will" Wimmer, son of Samuel McDowell Richards and Lucy Ellen Wimmer, on April 15, 1920 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,8 As of April 15, 1920,her married name was Wimmer. Ida D. Holt died on September 10, 1977 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 76.^6,7,1,2,3,8 She Mrs. Ida Holt Wimmer, age 76, died Saturday, September 10, 1977, in a Salem hospital. She is survived by her husband, Willie L. Wimmer, Bent Mountain; five daughters, Mrs. Howard Nichols, Callaway, Mrs. Ralph Metz, Bent Mountain, Mrs. Woodrow Lancaster, Martinsville, Mrs. Bob Jones, Vinton, Mrs. Garmon Conner, Check; one son, Fletcher Wimmer, Bent Mountain; five sisters, Mrs. Gee Poff, Mrs. Thomas English, both of Bent Mountain, Mrs. Joe Clingenpeel, Boones Mill, Mrs. Herbert Clingenpeel, Roanoke, Mrs. Luther Collins, Maryland; two brothers, Sidney Holt, Herman Holt, both of Roanoke; 12 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild. Burial was in the Wimmer Family Cemetery. on September 15, 1977.⁸

     Her married name was Stiff.⁵ Tonya Bea Conner was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁷ She married Russell Edward Stiff Jr.⁵ Tonya Bea Conner was born on March 13, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,5,3,4 She married Rev. Daniel William "Danny" Whitlock, son of William Coolidge Whitlock and Beulah Irene Austin, on November 24, 1982 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of November 24, 1982,her married name was Whitlock. Tonya Bea Conner and Rev. Daniel William "Danny" Whitlock were divorced on June 22, 1984 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,10,2,5 As of August 29, 1986,her married name was Graham.³ Tonya Bea Conner married James Keith Graham on August 29, 1986 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Tonya Bea Conner and James Keith Graham were divorced on August 16, 1988 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ As of October 21, 1989,her married name was Walters.³ Tonya Bea Conner married Donald Ellis Walters Jr., son of Donald Ellis Walters Sr. and Josephine Eileen "Joan" Epperly, on October 21, 1989 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Tonya Bea Conner and Donald Ellis Walters Jr. were divorced on April 8, 1992 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Tonya Bea Conner and Russell Edward Stiff Jr. were divorced on January 15, 1998 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ As of May 23, 1998,her married name was Lagan.³ Tonya Bea Conner married Tim Duane Lagan on May 23, 1998 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Tonya Bea Conner and Tim Duane Lagan were divorced on October 1, 2003 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ Tonya Bea Conner died on September 19, 2014 at Virginia at age 50.⁷ She Tonya Conner Lagan, 50, of Roanoke, ended her battle with cancer Friday, September 19, 2014, and is now at peace in the presence of Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her parents, Garmon and Christine Conner. She is survived by Tim Webber, an extraordinarily faithful friend who stood by her side through difficult times. She is also survived by her sister, Kerry Lawrence; sister, Robin Combs and husband, Gary; brother, Chris Conner and wife, Barbara; nephew, Stephen Combs; niece, Katie Griggs; nephew, Jonathan Combs; niece, Erin Mitchell; great-nieces, great-nephews, and beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. Interment will follow in Rest Vale Cemetery, Floyd County. on September 22, 2014.⁷

     Matilda Ann Conner was buried at Poff Cemetery, Conner Road NE, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5 She was born on October 13, 1876 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,1,4 She married Ira David Hall, son of John M. Hall and Mary Ann "Polly" Cole, on February 4, 1903 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,4 As of February 4, 1903,her married name was Hall. Matilda Ann Conner died on September 21, 1956 at Check, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 79.^4,5 She Mrs. Matilda Ann Hall, 80, died Friday at her home near Check. Surviving are a son, L. N. Hall, Bedford; two daughters, Mrs. J. M. Fisher, Washington; Mrs. C. S. Jones, Check; three brothers, P. L. and Connor, Check; N. D. Connor, Washington. Burial in Poff Cemetery. on September 23, 1956.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 408-12-6393.⁴ Vernon Odell Hoback was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.¹ He was born on November 28, 1914 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,3 He married Nannie Laveta Sowers, daughter of Harley Dorson Sowers and Bessie Mary Howery, on September 5, 1934 at Floyd Co., Virginia.³ Vernon Odell Hoback married Pauline Muncy, daughter of Sidney Muncy and Delia B. "Dellie" Lawrence, on July 31, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5,2 Vernon Odell Hoback died on March 18, 1992 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 77.¹ He Vernon Odell Hoback, age 77, of Roanoke, formerly of Floyd, Va., died Wednesday, March 18, 1992 in a Salem hospital. He was retired from Singer Furniture Company. He is survived by his wife, Pauline Muncy Hoback; two sons and daughters-in-law, Marlin James and Mary Hoback, New Castle; Jacob Dorsey and Ellouise Hoback, Roanoke County; stepdaughter, Mrs. Dianne Poff Hedrick, Salem; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on March 19, 1992.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 230-03-4950.⁴ Nannie Laveta Sowers was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Her married name was Phelps.¹ She married Elmer N. Phelps.¹ Nannie Laveta Sowers was born on May 14, 1915 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,4 She married Vernon Odell Hoback, son of Jacob Shevern "Jake" Hoback and Julie Ann Bower, on September 5, 1934 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² As of September 5, 1934,her married name was Hoback. Nannie Laveta Sowers died on February 25, 1993 at Virginia at age 77.^1,4 She PHELPS, Laveta Sowers, 77, of Roanoke County, died Thursday, February 25, 1993. She is the widow of Elmer N. Phelps and is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Marlin J. and Mary D. Hoback, New Castle, J. D. and Ellouise C. Hoback, Roanoke County; brothers, Basil Sowers, Salem, Chester Sowers, Floyd; Joy Ann Huff, Floyd; five grandchildren, Steven Paul Hoback, James Vernon Hoback, Julie Fletcher, Susan Hoback and Mark Hoback; a stepgranddaughter, Roberta Lynn Christian; two step-great-grandchildren, Nikki Christian and Greg Christian Jr. Funeral services will be held noon Monday at the Lotz Salem Chapel by Rev. Everett L. Kire Jr. with burial in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Lotz Salem Chapel and memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Fund, c/o Roanoke/Salem Chapter, Box 5014, Roanoke, Va. 24012. on February 27, 1993.¹

     Estella Odell "Essie" Conner was buried at Poff Cemetery, Conner Road NE, Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.² She was born in March, 1879 at Floyd Co., Virginia. She died before April 15, 1910; Her mother listed 4 of 5 children living at the time of the 1910 Census.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 227-35-3589.⁵ Daniel Gene "Dan" Bowman was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on November 24, 1971 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,1,2,5 He married Staci Lee Gilley, daughter of Donald Lee "Don" Gilley and Betty Jean Poff, on October 5, 1996 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,7,1 Daniel Gene "Dan" Bowman died on January 23, 2014 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 42.^1,3,5 He Daniel Gene Bowman, 42, of Salem and Roanoke, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2014 after a heroic and courageous battle with a rare cancer. Dan was born in Roanoke on November 24, 1971. He was lovingly devoted to his wife Staci Gilley Bowman for 17 years, and to his two daughters, Maddie and Libby. Some of his many joys of his last few years were his daughters' academic accomplishments and their abilities in sports, especially Lacrosse. In addition to his wife and daughters, Dan is survived by his loving parents, John and Emmagene Bowman of Roanoke; and his brother, Dr. Andrew Bowman and wife Sarah of Buies Creek, N.C. Also left to grieve the loss are his parents-in-law, Don and Betty Gilley; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Gregg and Traci Basham; special nieces and nephews, Summer and Sarah Bowman, and Taylor and Nic Basham; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and so many cherished friends; and his beloved dog, Lola. Dan received an undergraduate degree from Bluefield College and then earned a Master of Sciences degree from Radford University in Counseling and Human Development. Dan's joy of education led him to work with young people as he served in counseling positions with Roanoke County and Bedford County schools. With a servant's heart and a desire to be instrumental in the lives of youth, he returned to his Alma Mater, Bluefield College, serving as Dean of Students for several years. He then returned to Radford University as Associate Dean of Students. In recent years, prior to the diagnosis of cancer, Dan served as Principal of Craig County Schools. His love of education and his unique ability to guide young people as they looked toward the future was incredible. Students were drawn to him for his honest but kind spirit. Dan was an avid football fan and served with pleasure on the Virginia Tech Chain Crew for 15 years, and also served on the Salem Lacrosse Foundation. Special thanks to the Salem Lacrosse Foundation, Salem High Lacrosse Team, and the communities of Craig County and Salem. In addition, all the Bowman family, with humble and grateful hearts, want to thank Dr. Fintel and the Oncology Department at Lewis Gale Hospital, and the 6th West Oncology nurses and staff, who cared for Dan during his many stays at LGH in such a loving way. You made all of us feel as if we were your family. We respect and admire your dedication and commitment to your profession and will treasure friendships made. Daniel Gene Bowman will be missed greatly by all who know and love him. May he now rest in peace in the arms of his Savior, no longer devastated by the grueling effects of cancer. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. on January 25, 2014.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-30-8082.⁷ Garnett Luther Fink was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4,8 He was born on April 29, 1931 at Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia.^7,2,3,4,5,6 He married Anna Louise Conner, daughter of Calvert C. Conner and Delores Opal "Dossie" Stamper, on January 3, 1962 at Roanoke, Virginia.^9,1,3 Garnett Luther Fink and Anna Louise Conner were divorced on December 31, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ Garnett Luther Fink died on January 16, 1982 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 50.^2,4,8 He Garnett L. Fink, age 50, of 2725 Sample Avenue, S.E., died Saturday evening in a local hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Joyce Hood Fink; six daughters, Miss Patricia Fink, Miss Terri Lynn Fink, Miss Tammy Fink, all of Roanoke; Mrs. Lorrie Fink Craig, Germany; Mrs. Julie Fink Pritchett, Miss Karen Fink, both of Las Vegas, Nev; two sons, Jerry Fink, Larry Fink, Las Vegas, Nev; two brothers, Paul Fink, Roanoke; Bernard Fink, Chester, Va; sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Farley, Princeton, W.Va; two grandchildren. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on January 18, 1982.⁸

     Kerry Lynn Plunkett was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5 His Social Security Number was 227-64-2074.⁸ He was born on May 9, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,8,7 He married Cathy Eileen Conner, daughter of Calvert C. Conner and Delores Opal "Dossie" Stamper, on May 5, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Kerry Lynn Plunkett and Cathy Eileen Conner were divorced on October 21, 1985 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Kerry Lynn Plunkett died on February 12, 2008 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 54.^5,8,6 He Kerry Lynn Plunkett, 54, of Roanoke, died peacefully on Tuesday morning, February 12, 2008. Kerry was a master plumber, was a big fan of NASCAR racing, and enjoyed camping and drag racing. He enjoyed life and being around friends. Kerry was preceded in death by his father, James O. (Junior) Plunkett Jr; and is survived by his devoted and loving mother, Iris Hudson Plunkett; his son, Jesse Lynn Plunkett and wife, Anita; and his mother, Cathy C. Plunkett, all of Roanoke; a special friend, Betty Maxey Woolwine, of Roanoke; special aunts, Ida H. Weaver, of Carlsbad, Calif., and Dorothy P. Cannon, of Roanoke; special cousin, Barbara Shelton, of Roanoke; and numerous other cousins, relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on February 13, 2008.⁵

     Peter Lundy Conner Jr. was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,4,7,8 His Social Security Number was 225-72-0722.⁹ He was born on April 11, 1881 at Floyd Co., Virginia; The Floyd County Birth Index has a birth date of Apr 10, 1881.^9,10,1,5,4 He married Eugenia Florence Willis, daughter of Robert S. "Bob" Willis and Sarah K. Helms, on August 5, 1903 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4 Peter Lundy Conner Jr. died on December 4, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 86.^4,8 He Peter L. Conner, aged 86, died in a Roanoke Hospital Monday morning. Surviving are one brother Noah D. Conner of Gainesville, Florida; three grandchildren, Banks H. Conner of Roanoke; Mrs. Alfred Ratliff of Vinton; Mrs. Sherman Yates of Check; nine great grandchildren. Funeral will be at Salem Church in Floyd County with burial in the church cemetery. on December 5, 1967.⁸