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     Leonard Lewis Clifton Elmore was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.^5,2,3 His Social Security Number was 719-03-5616.⁸ He was born on January 30, 1904 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^8,5,3,4 He married Gladys Stone Black on April 19, 1924 at Craig Co., Virginia.^9,2,10 Leonard Lewis Clifton Elmore died on January 16, 1975 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 70.^5,2,10,3 He New Castle - Leonard Lewis Clifton Elmore, age 70, died Thursday in a Roanoke hospital. He is survived by his wife, Gladys Black Elmore; six sons, Leonard Lewis Elmore, Roanoke; Roger Elmore, Tecomesah, Kansas; Charles E. Elmore, Covington; Ronald D. Elmore, Vinton; Robert N. Elmore, New Castle; Johnny M. Elmore, New Castle; two daughters, Mrs. Lonis C. Smith, Salem; Mrs. R. B. Combs, New Castle; four brothers, Worth Freeman Elmore, Richmond; Leon Elmore, Jacksonville, Fla; Herbert Elmore, Fred Elmore, both of Roanoke; one sister, Mrs. Lois Laughton, Roanoke; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, New Castle, with internment in Huffman Memorial Cemetery. Boitnott Funeral Home is handling arrangements. on January 17, 1975.²

     Nannie Myrtle Matkins was buried at Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery, Archdale, Randolph Co., North Carolina.³ She was born on January 23, 1899 at North Carolina; Her death certificate has a birth year of 1898.^1,2,3 She married Rev. Orville Arthur aka "Worth Freeman" Elmore, son of Arthur Washington Elmore and Lettie Mae Pedigo, on July 30, 1921.⁴ As of July 30, 1921,her married name was Elmore.⁴ Nannie Myrtle Matkins and Rev. Orville Arthur aka "Worth Freeman" Elmore were divorced before 1953.^1,5 Nannie Myrtle Matkins died on July 19, 1966 at Greensboro, Guilford Co., North Carolina, at age 67.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 225-80-1209.² Gladys Stone Black was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.^3,4 She was born on February 4, 1906 at Virginia.^2,5 She married Leonard Lewis Clifton Elmore, son of Arthur Washington Elmore and Lettie Mae Pedigo, on April 19, 1924 at Craig Co., Virginia.^4,6,1 As of April 19, 1924,her married name was Elmore.¹ Gladys Stone Black died on February 9, 2001 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 95.^2,4,7 She ELMORE, Gladys Black, 95, of New Castle, passed away Friday, February 9, 2001. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Clifton Elmore, sons, Leonard Lewis (Bud) Elmore, Charles Ernest Elmore, Roger Eugene Elmore. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Johnnie and Diane Elmore, Robert and Jean A. Elmore, Ronnie and Mary Elmore, Jean V. Elmore, Judy Elmore, Juanita Elmore; daughters and son-in-law, Bettie R. B. Combs, Marie and Lonis Smith; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2001 at Huffman Memorial Park with Rev. Jay Robinette officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Craig County E.M.S., P.O. Box 81, New Castle, Va. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home. on February 10, 2001.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 231-05-7127.⁵ Lois Mae Elmore was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹ She married John L. Laughon.^6,7 Her married name was Laughon.¹ Lois Mae Elmore was born on October 1, 1906 at Virginia.^1,5 She died on January 31, 1981 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 74.¹

     Abbott Washington "Pete" Elmore married Lila Josefina Unknown.⁴ Abbott Washington "Pete" Elmore was buried at El Angel Cemetery, Lima, Peru.⁴ He was born on September 5, 1909 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^3,4 He died on November 19, 1961 at Lima, Peru, at age 52.⁴

     Leon Ernest Elmore Jacksonville, FL. - Leon E. Elmore, age 68, formerly of Roanoke, VA, died suddenly in Jacksonville, FL. He is survived by his wife, Sally Petty Elmore; one son, James G. Elmore of Tampa, FL; two daughters, Mrs. LeRoy Grubbs and Mrs. Raymond Wheeldon, both of Jacksonville; one brother, Herbert A. Elmore of Roanoke; four grandchildren in Jacksonville. Funeral services and burial will be held Friday at 2:00 PM at Hardage Funeral Home, Jacksonville, FL.⁸ He was buried at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.^9,10,5 His Social Security Number was 223-03-6281.¹¹ He was born on July 30, 1912 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2,11,4,5 He married Sally Gordon Petty on April 1, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^10,8,3 Leon Ernest Elmore died on June 2, 1981 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 68.^1,5

     His Social Security Number was 226-01-5227.⁸ Herbert Andrew Elmore was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^9,3,5 He was born on August 16, 1915 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.^8,2,10,3,5 He married Hilda Lee Falls on September 22, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^11,9,1,5 Herbert Andrew Elmore died on November 10, 1986 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^9,10,3,5 He Herbert A. Elmore, age 71, of 5729 Thornrose Rd., N.W., died at home Monday, November 10, 1986. Surviving are his wife, Hilda Falls Elmore; three daughters, Loretta E. Snopkowski, Waynesboro, Shirley E. Skelton, Roanoke, and Debbie E. Thomas, Crozet; two sons, Butch Elmore, Roanoke, and Wayne Elmore, Roanoke; 14 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at graveside in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, with Dr. William N. Wade officiating. Friends may call Oakleys North Chapel. Family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home. on November 11, 1986.⁹

     Her Social Security Number was 224-09-0472.⁴ Sally Gordon Petty was buried at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.^2,5 She was born on July 28, 1913 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,2,5 She married Leon Ernest Elmore, son of Arthur Washington Elmore and Lettie Mae Pedigo, on April 1, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,6,3 As of April 1, 1937,her married name was Elmore. Sally Gordon Petty died on July 9, 2007 at Florida at age 93.^4,2,5 She Sally Elmore, widow of Leon E. Elmore, precious mother, beloved grandmother, joyous great-grandmother, died Monday, July 9, 2007, at the age of 94 years. Born in Roanoke, Virginia, on July 28, 1913, she was the third child of Abner and Sallie Petty. Sally graduated from Jefferson High School, ahead of her class at the age of 16 years. She then graduated from National Business College and, while single, worked as a legal secretary to Earl Fitzpatrick, Esq. After her marriage, she worked as a home maker, wife, and mother extraordinnaire. She married Leon E. Elmore, also of Roanoke, on April 1, 1937, and they made their home together there. She always and often said that he was the only man she would ever love. She was a member of Greene Memorial Methodist Church, Roanoke, Virginia, until she moved with her husband and children to Jacksonville, Florida. Sally was a devoted wife and mother, who assisted her husband in his work until he died. Upon moving to Jacksonville, she transferred her membership to Riverside Park United Methodist Church, where she served and worshiped her Lord for 56 years. She taught Toddler Sunday School for over 50 years at Riverside Park, teaching several generations of church families, including her grandson, Raymond Wheeldon, and granddaughter, Sally-Gordon Lane, and guiding them to know that God is Love. She was an active member of UMW Circle, The Friday Musicale, and Ginger Garden Club. She loved children and music and was accomplished in piano and organ. She was a room mother countless years for her three children and always an active member of the PTA. She and Leon opened their home for hours, days, months, and on one occasion, over a year to young people who needed guidance, support, and a home. After Leon's death in 1981, Sally bravely gathered up the remainder of her life and began again. She missed him every day and talked of him even on the day of her death. She joined Bible Study Fellowship and a quilting group, making many new friends. She became even more active in her church and Garden Club, where she held the office of Treasurer for many years. She crocheted hundreds of baby caps and blankets for premature babies at local hospitals. She learned to translate textbooks and literature into braille and was a member of The Temple Sisterhood Braille Group at Congregation Ahavath Chesed. The school books and literature that she translated and typed into braille are still being used by young people today. Sally was predeceased by her husband, parents, her sister MaryLinn Petty Fitzpatrick, her brother, William Abner Petty, and her niece, Carolyn Petty Agner. An older sister, Virginia Louise Petty, survives her in Roanoke, Virginia. She leaves to treasure her life and memory her children, Sally Jane and Lathan Varnadoe, James Gordon and Jane Elmore, and Lynn and Ray Wheeldon. She is also survived by her grandchildren, to whom she gave her whole heart: John L. Kear, Jr., and his wife, Ana, Elizabeth and Tom Lamb, Raymond G. Wheeldon, Jr. and Dagny Ulrich, and Sally-Gordon and Casey Lane. The greatest blessing of her last two years is her great- granddaughter, Maren Lynn Lane, whom she absolutely adored. She is also survived and was loved dearly by her nephews, Thomas Linn Fitzpatrick and William Allen Petty, and her niece, Mary Fitzpatrick Critcher, and several great nieces and great nephews. Memorial services for Sally will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2007, at Riverside Park United Methodist Church, the Reverend Jimmy Jones officiating. Family will welcome friends at visitation from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, July 13, 2007, at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 729 Edgewood Avenue South, Jacksonville. After services at her church, Sally will be interred next to her husband, Leon, at Oaklawn Cemetery. If anyone wishes to send donations instead of flowers or to remember Sally in these ways, donations can be made to The Temple Sisterhood Braille Group, Congregation Ahavath Chesed, 8727 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida, or to Riverside Park United Methodist Church, Park Street, Jacksonville, Florida. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com on July 13, 2007.²

     Hilda Lee Falls was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4 Her Social Security Number was 229-32-4562.⁵ She was born on April 12, 1916 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,4,3 She married Herbert Andrew Elmore, son of Arthur Washington Elmore and Lettie Mae Pedigo, on September 22, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,6,2,7 As of September 22, 1934,her married name was Elmore.² Hilda Lee Falls died on June 27, 1990 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 74.^5,1,4 She Hilda Falls Elmore, age 74, of 5729 Thornrose Road, N.W., died at her home Wednesday, June 27, 1990. She was the widow of Herbert A. Elmore, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Loretta E. and Frank W. Snopkowski, Waynesboro; Shirley E. and Don M. Skelton, Roanoke; Debbie E. and Bill Thomas, Crozet; two sons, Butch and Wayne Elmore, both of Roanoke; 13 grandchildren; one sister, Juanita Riddleberger, Roanoke; one brother, Joseph G. Falls, Jr., Roanoke. Funeral services will be conducted at the graveside in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 30, with the Rev. Kenneth P. Lane officiating. Friends may call at Oakey's North Chapel where the family will receive friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday and from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday. on June 28, 1990.¹

     Samuel Johnson "Sam" Poff was buried at Head of the River Cemetery (also known as Salem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery), Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,5 He was born on July 2, 1876 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,1,4,5 He married Angeline Rosabell Conner, daughter of Albert Conner and Mary Jane Iddings, on January 1, 1896 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,10,5 Samuel Johnson "Sam" Poff died on October 7, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 80.^9,3,5

     His Social Security Number was 230-16-6212.⁷ Fred Eugene Elmore was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 He was born on October 9, 1923 at Roanoke, Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Oct 11, 1923.^7,1,2,3,4 He married Zora Elizabeth Stump on January 26, 1946 at Harrisburg, Dauphin Co., Pennsylvania.⁴ Fred Eugene Elmore and Zora Elizabeth Stump were divorced on November 17, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Fred Eugene Elmore married Ona Opal Dickerson on July 13, 1967 at Elizabeth City, Pasquotank Co., North Carolina.⁴ Fred Eugene Elmore and Ona Opal Dickerson were divorced on July 13, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Fred Eugene Elmore died on September 25, 1978 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 54.^1,3

     John Lawrence Kear Sr. was born on September 12, 1938 at Thomasville, Thomas Co., Georgia.⁴ He married Sally Jane Elmore, daughter of Leon Ernest Elmore and Sally Gordon Petty, in February, 1963 at Duval Co., Florida.^1,3 John Lawrence Kear Sr. and Sally Jane Elmore were divorced in July, 1966 at Duval Co., Florida.^1,2 John Lawrence Kear Sr. died on May 5, 2017 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 78.⁴ He John L. Kear, age 78, of Jacksonville, FL died May 5. Born Sept. 12, 1938 in Thomasville GA, he grew up in Riverside. After graduating from Bolles School and UF John served in the Coast Guard Reserves as a medic. He then taught math at Fletcher Junior HS, retiring after 30 years. John is survived by his son John L. Kear Jr. and his beloved partner of 18 years, Mary C. Heaney. on May 14, 2017.⁴

     Zora Elizabeth Stump was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Her Social Security Number was 224-24-0048.³ She was born on July 23, 1925.³ She married Fred Eugene Elmore, son of Arthur Washington Elmore and Lettie Mae Pedigo, on January 26, 1946 at Harrisburg, Dauphin Co., Pennsylvania.² As of January 26, 1946,her married name was Elmore.⁴ Zora Elizabeth Stump and Fred Eugene Elmore were divorced on November 17, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Zora Elizabeth Stump died on September 20, 1996 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^1,3 She ELMORE, Zora Elizabeth, 71, of Roanoke, died Friday, September 20, 1996 in a local hospital. Surviving are her sister and brother-in-law, Ruby S. and Joseph K. Whitehead, Roanoke; a number of nieces and nephews; and many devoted friends. Funeral services will be at Oakey's South Chapel 11 a.m. Monday, September 23, 1996 with The Rev. Frank W. Feather officiating. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. Friends may call at Oakey's South Chapel Sunday, where the family will be from 7 to 9 p.m. on September 22, 1996.¹

     Chauncey DePew "June" Elmore Jr. was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia; His tombstone reads "VA TEC 4 US ARMY WWII."⁷ He was born on November 29, 1912 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^7,5 He married Alma Mae Carper, daughter of Lannie Coyle Carper and Ethel May Price, on August 17, 1942 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^5,2,8 Chauncey DePew "June" Elmore Jr. died on April 27, 1970 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 57.^7,2

     Her Social Security Number was 224-09-5786.⁵ Joyce Corinne Elmore was born on September 22, 1916 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.⁵ She died on December 2, 1994 at Montvale, Bedford Co., Virginia, at age 78.^5,6 She ELMORE, Joyce, of Roanoke died Friday, Dec. 2, 1994. No services will be held. In lieu of flowers, make donations to charity of choice. on December 3, 1994.⁶

     Luther Herbert Kirby was buried at Appomattox Cemetery, 703 North 21st Avenue, Hopewell, Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 223-03-8371.⁵ He was born on July 28, 1888 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co., Virginia; His gravestone has a birth year of 1889.^1,5,2,3,4 He married Viola Elizabeth Hancock, daughter of Robert Watt Hancock and Virginia Lee "Virgie" Lamb, circa 1907.^1,6,7,8 Luther Herbert Kirby died on July 3, 1973 at Hopewell, Virginia, at age 84.^1,3

     His Social Security Number was 223-36-1947.⁸ Ray Hopkins Elmore was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,3 He was born on August 31, 1929 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^8,1,2,3 He married Phyllis Jean Hawkins on July 20, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,3,4 Ray Hopkins Elmore died on September 17, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 62.^8,6,3 He Ray H. Elmore, age 62, of Arbutus Ave., died Tuesday in a Roanoke hospital. Mr. Elmore was a veteran of the Korean War, a member of AM Vets and Roanoke Moose Lodge #384. Mr. Elmore was retired from General Electric Corp., Salem, with 33 years service. He was a son of the late Chauncey and Dollie Elmore. He was preceded in death by a brother, C.D. (June) Elmore, Jr. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis Hawkins Elmore; and beloved Missy; two sisters, Joyce C. Elmore, Roanoke; Hilma Humphreys and husband, Dale, New Castle; a brother, Warren C. Elmore and wife, Ennie, Charlotte, N.C; two sisters-in-law, Alma Elmore, New Castle; Darlene Hawkins, Tallahassee, Fla; sister-in-law and husband, Bertha and Bruce Takach, Tallahassee, Fla; aunt and uncle, Savannah and Luther Sumpter, Salem; also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at Lotz Roanoke Chapel 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 20, 1991, with the Rev. Tom Foley officiating. Interment with military honors in Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton. Friends may call at Lotz Roanoke Chapel. on September 19, 1991.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 224-24-2516.⁹ Hilma Esbeth Elmore was born on December 10, 1919 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^9,5,8,4 As of July 18, 1942,her married name was Rupe.³ She married Charlie Basil Rupe on July 18, 1942 at York, York Co., South Carolina.³ Hilma Esbeth Elmore married Warren Dale Humphreys on April 26, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,6,10 As of April 26, 1953,her married name was Humphreys. Hilma Esbeth Elmore died on January 27, 1996 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia, at age 76.^3,11

     Alma Mae Carper was buried at Huffman Memorial Park (also known as Chestnut Grove Church Cemetery), Craig Co., Virginia.³ She was born on March 10, 1923 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^4,3 She married Chauncey DePew "June" Elmore Jr., son of Chauncey DePew "John D." Elmore and Dolly Ann Leffel, on August 17, 1942 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of August 17, 1942,her married name was Elmore. Alma Mae Carper died on May 15, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 88.^4,3 She Alma Elmore, 88, of New Castle, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2011, at Brandon Oaks Nursing Home. Alma was born on March 10, 1923, in New Castle, and lived in the area all her life. She was the daughter of the late Lannie and Ethel Carper. Alma was a member of the New Castle Christian Church. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren dearly and enjoyed her flowers and garden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 28 years, C.D. (June) Elmore Jr; brother, Billy Carper; sister, Gladys Robertson; and great-granddaughter, Meredith Elmore. Alma is survived by daughter, Ann Stanley, of Rochester, N.H; son, Stephen Elmore, of New Castle; son and wife, Thomas and Esta Elmore, of Oriskany; sister, Blanche Bostic, of New Castle; two sisters and husbands, Eloise and Troy Webb, of Roanoke, and Betty and Donald Charlton, of New Castle; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and many more nephews, nieces, and dear friends. The family would like to thank LewisGale Medical Center, Gentiva Home Health, and Brandon Oaks Nursing Home for all their love, care and support during Alma 's time of illness. A Graveside Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Huffman Memorial Park with Dr. Ernie Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at Paitsel Funeral Home. on May 18, 2011.³

     Infant Elmore died circa 1926 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She was born circa 1926 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 230-44-7349.⁸ Naomi A. Gay "Neomia" Conner was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^3,9 She was born on June 2, 1888 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,3,9,8 As of February 21, 1907,her married name was Hall.⁴ She married Walter Jerome Hall on February 21, 1907 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4 Naomi A. Gay "Neomia" Conner and Walter Jerome Hall were divorced on December 5, 1953 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Naomi A. Gay "Neomia" Conner died on January 9, 1981 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 92.^3,9

     Charlie Basil Rupe was buried at Oakwood Cemetery, Pulaski, Pulaski Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 227-05-9464.⁴ He was born on December 19, 1911 at Newbern, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^4,1,2,3 He married Hilma Esbeth Elmore, daughter of Chauncey DePew "John D." Elmore and Dolly Ann Leffel, on July 18, 1942 at York, York Co., South Carolina.⁵ Charlie Basil Rupe died on August 13, 1950 at Peach Springs, Mohave Co., Arizona, at age 38; Died with his infant son in an auto accident.^4,1,2

     His Social Security Number was 224-24-4374.⁷ Warren Dale Humphreys was born on August 12, 1924 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.^7,2,3,4,5 He married Hilma Esbeth Elmore, daughter of Chauncey DePew "John D." Elmore and Dolly Ann Leffel, on April 26, 1953 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,8,2 Warren Dale Humphreys died on November 3, 2004 at Craig Co., Virginia, at age 80.^7,2,6 He Warren Dale Humphreys, 80, of New Castle, left his earthly home Wednesday, November 3, 2004, to begin a new life free of pain and suffering. Dale was born in the Paint Bank community of Craig County, the son of the late Edgar and Beulah Simmons Humphreys. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Hilma Elmore Humphreys; a sister, Odell Vaden; and a half brother, Acil Humphreys. He is survived by a stepson, John Walker Elmore, New Castle; stepdaughter, Charlene Blassingham of Oscala, Florida; half brother, Russell Humphreys of Villamont, Va; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, numerous friends and a dear loving companion and friend, Alice Elmore, her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Dale retired from Coca-Cola and was a member of the New Castle Christian Church and a life member of VFW Post 4491. He served his country as a Tec 5 Infantryman with Company A, 291st Infantry in the Rhineland of Central Europe and upon discharge received the Good Conduct Medal, Bronze Star, European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon and the World War II Victory Ribbon. He suffered from diabetes but took his disabilities in stride by remaining a kind and loving person. His last unselfish wish was to do one last thing to help others, by donating his final remains so that others might someday find a cure for diseases like the one that tried to consume his body. A Memorial Service will be held 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 14, 2004, at the New Castle Christian Church in New Castle. Special appreciation is extended to Janice Damewood for the support she has provided Dale over the years, Paitsel Funeral Home for their genuine care and professional services, and the Craig County Rescue Squad.
on November 13, 2004.²

     His Social Security Number was 225-22-2215.⁷ Warren Carlyle Elmore was born on February 3, 1923 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,7,2,8,3 He married Ruby Earlene "Ennie" Lee on March 31, 1944.^9,10 Warren Carlyle Elmore died on June 13, 2001 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 78.^10,7,1,3 He Mr. Warren Carlyle Elmore, 78, of Charlotte, died Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at Presbyterian Hospital. He was born February 3, 1923 in New Castle, VA, to the late C. D. and Dollie Leffel Elmore. Warren was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in World War II, European Theater. He was retired from Sears Department Store after 25 years of service and was a loyal member of Spencer Memorial United Methodist Church, where he served faithfully as the weekly greeter. He loved fishing with his friends and family, and was a loving husband and father. Mr. Elmore is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ennie; two sons, Bob Elmore and his wife, Linda, of Greenville, SC, and Robin Elmore and his wife, Jennifer, of Charlotte; a daughter, Pattie Elmore Rogers and her husband, Mike, of Charlotte; as well as 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. on June 14, 2001.³

     Ruby Earlene "Ennie" Lee was born on September 30, 1925 at York, York Co., South Carolina.¹ She married Warren Carlyle Elmore, son of Chauncey DePew "John D." Elmore and Dolly Ann Leffel, on March 31, 1944.^1,2 As of March 31, 1944,her married name was Elmore.² Ruby Earlene "Ennie" Lee died on June 17, 2012 at Lincolnton, Lincoln Co., North Carolina, at age 86.¹ She Ruby Earlene Elmore. CHARLOTTE - Mrs. Elmore, 86, of Charlotte died June 17, 2012, at Carillon Assisted Living of Lincolnton. She was born in York, SC on September 30, 1925 and was the daughter of the late R.E. Lee and Maybelle Phillips. Ennie as many knew her, was a devoted mother and a caring friend to many. She enjoyed visiting with her shut-ins and fishing with her husband, family and friends. She was a great cook and her specialty was the Thanksgiving dressing. Ennie was preceded in death by her husband Warren C. Elmore. Survivors include her sons Bob Elmore and wife Linda of Greenville, SC, Robin Elmore and wife Jennifer of Charlotte; daughter Pattie Elmore Rogers and husband Mike of Huntersville. Also surviving are her 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 22nd at 1PM at Memorial United Methodist church, 4012 Central Ave, Charlotte with Reverend Don Newman officiating. The family will receive friends in the narthex following the service. The Elmore family is especially grateful to the staff at Carillon Assisted Living for the kindness and love they showed to Ennie. on June 20, 2012.¹

     John William McCartney DEATH of J. W. McCARTNEY - J. W. McCartney, native of Craig Co. and for many years a merchant in New Castle, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. R. McWane of Birmingham, Ala., on Dec. 29, according to a telegram received here by Mrs. W. B. Elmore. He was in his 85th year. Mr. McCartney had been living with his daughter, Mrs. McGill, in Richmond, Va., for the past two years, but had recently gone to Birmingham for the wedding of his grandson, William McWane. He was a Confederate veteran, having served in Anderson's Battery. As a businessman, he was honest in his dealings, and as a citizen had the best interests of the community at heart. For the past few years he had been living with his children in distant parts, but he always retained his love for his native land and its people. His wife preceeded him to the grave a number of years ago, but he is survived by one son, H. W. of Bradenton, Fla., and three daughters: Mrs. W. S. Early of Union, WV, Mrs. Ella McWane and Mrs. Alexander McGill.⁵ He was born in March, 1841 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.^6,1 He married Elzira Virginia "Ella" Elmore, daughter of Elder Andrew Jackson "Andy" Elmore and Elizabeth Murray "Betsy" Walker, on May 30, 1872 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,7 John William McCartney died on December 29, 1924 at Birmingham, Jefferson Co., Alabama, at age 83.^4,5

     His Social Security Number was 267-01-7455.³ William Henry Book "Harry" McCartney was buried at Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, Virginia.^4,6 He was born on February 22, 1874 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 He married Maria Dunn on October 25, 1899 at Greenbrier Co., West Virginia.^4,5 William Henry Book "Harry" McCartney died on November 7, 1958 at Winchester, Virginia, at age 84.⁴

     Lillie/Lilly Belle McCartney was buried at Green Hill Cemetery, Union, Monroe Co., West Virginia.^3,4 She was born on February 22, 1873 at Craig Co., Virginia.^1,3,6,4 As of November 27, 1889,her married name was Early.¹ She married William Samuel Early on November 27, 1889 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,4 Lillie/Lilly Belle McCartney died on August 2, 1953 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia, at age 80.⁴