Person Page - 1251

     James Arthur "Jim" Payne was born on October 22, 1954 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,2,4 He married Annette Agnes Arrington on February 17, 1979 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ James Arthur "Jim" Payne and Annette Agnes Arrington were divorced on April 21, 1986.⁴ James Arthur "Jim" Payne married Dana Gail Hungate on July 5, 1986 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ James Arthur "Jim" Payne died on October 20, 2020 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 65.² He James "Jim" Arthur Payne, age 65, died on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Christiansburg, Va. on October 22, 1954, to the late John and Mary Helen Payne. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Mack (Whitey) Compton. He is survived by his son, John Payne; daughter, Amanda McBride and her children, Dolly and Annie; stepdaughter, Rhianon Growney and her children, Owen and Foster; sister, Mary Page Compton; special nephew, Allen Compton; special niece, Lorie Walker; extended family, Dana Payne, Edna (Kitty) Collins, Debbie Wallace and Doug Hungate. Many thanks to Salem V.A. Medical Center Hospital for his care over the years. on October 25, 2020.²

     Ruth Marie Helms Ruth Helms Payne, 98, of Blacksburg, joined her beloved husband Charles D. Payne Monday, December 24, 2018 at her home. She was born in Blacksburg, VA, on May 9, 1920 to the late Howard Grant and Virginia Strickler Helms. She was also preceded in death by her brother Harley Helms, and her sister, Helen Compton. Surviving are a daughter Nancy Payne Curtis, son in law Mark Curtis, grandson Sky Charles Curtis and sister Martha Helms. In addition she leaves behind nieces and nephews, Mary Page Payne Compton, Jim Payne, and D. Compton, Great nieces and nephews Sarah Casto, Ryan Burrowbridge, Adam Burrowbridge, Alan Compton and Lorie Walker as well as many others. Ruth retired from the Radford Arsenal after years of government service was a life long member of the Blacksburg Christian Church where she and Charles founded the Youth Group. Ruth served in the Blacksburg Fire Department Auxiliary. She held several positions after retirement, but was happiest in her role as grandmother. Known for her baking and her flowers, Ruth loved taking care of others, cooking and baking for her family and friends and making the world a prettier place to live. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg.³ She was buried at Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg, Virginia.³ She was born on May 9, 1920 at Blacksburg, Virginia.^3,4 As of January 28, 1949,her married name was Payne.² She married Charles Dawes Payne, son of John Lewis Payne and Ora Lee Britt, on January 28, 1949 at Blacksburg, Virginia.^1,2,3 Ruth Marie Helms died on December 24, 2018 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 98.³

     Sky Charles Curtis was buried at Westview Cemetery, Blacksburg, Virginia.⁵ He was born on August 12, 1988 at Norfolk, Virginia.³ He died on January 21, 2021 at Virginia at age 32.⁴ He Sky Charles Curtis, 32, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, died unexpectedly on Friday, January 22, 2021. Sky was educated at Virginia Beach Friends School and was a 2007 graduate of First Colonial High School where he was a proud member of International Thespian Society Troupe 3178. After a year at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, Sky spent some time in school in Blacksburg where he cared for his Grandmother, Ruth. He moved to California to work and returned when his Great Uncle Harley passed away, again to take care of his Grandmother. He then returned to Virginia Beach to literally be his Father's right hand after a shoulder surgery. He worked for many years with his father, Mark, most recently at Cinema Cafe. He was skilled at carpentry, electrical work, and all things theatre. Sky was a big teddy bear who lovingly helped his family and friends whenever they were in need and in whatever way they needed. His smile was big, his laugh was bigger, and his heart was biggest of all. Sky is survived by his parents, Nancy and Mark Curtis of Virginia Beach, Grandparents George Curtis and Doris and Dale Balducci, Godparents Mary and David Pomerson. He also leaves behind his aunts and uncles Lori and Dean Walls, Forrest & Nancy Curtis, Craig & Linda Curtis, and Lynn & Cathy Curtis. Surviving cousins include Sarah and Scot Casto, Ryan and Lindsay Burrowbridge, Adam and Sarah Burrowbridge, Steve and Nancy Compton, Gary and Sonja Compton, Jill and Rob Loy, Brian Walls, Russell Walls and Amy Stuppiello, Taylor Walls-Carr and Whitney Walls. His extended family and their children are Lauren Pomerson, Sarah Pomerson, Tyler and Delaney Compton, Bailey and Jazmine Compton, Collin Loy, Jada & Wayne Fingleton, Olivia Fingleton, Kayla Fingleton, Buddy Fingleton, Chad and Deserae Curtis, Samuel Curtis, Estella Curtis, John & Tiffany Curtis, Owen Curtis, Charles & Emily Curtis, Norah Curtis, Meredith Curtis, and James Curtis. Of his most important relationships are his cadre of "brothers", Thomas McCuen, Noah and Eli Kaplan, Martin Lawrence, John Bowhers, Adam Taylor, Jay, Eric, Joseph, and Colin Tuthill, Paul Fink, and Achilles Segers, as well as his mentors Marguerite Alley, and Vince and Pamela Bowhers. Also left behind are Stephanie Besos, Leylah, Joseph and Jacob. Sky is predeceased by his maternal Grandparents, Ruth and Charles Payne, and his paternal Grandmother, Bernice Curtis, Great-uncle Harley Helms, Great-aunt and great-uncle Helen and Stan Compton, Uncle Ralph Compton, Aunt and Uncle Jenny and Bill Burrowbridge. on January 29, 2021.⁴

     Dale Naff Trump was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ He died on July 26, 1963 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on July 26, 1963 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹

     Edna May Lester was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ Her married name was Gray.¹ She married Joseph Nelson Gray, son of Howard Columbus Gray and Katherine Eva "Kate" Garnand.¹ Edna May Lester was born on January 28, 1902 at Virginia.^1,2 She died on April 17, 1923 at age 21.¹

     Elizabeth Kate Gray was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ Her Social Security Number was 226-26-7403.⁶ Her married name was Stuart.⁴ She married Charles Lee Stuart.⁵ Elizabeth Kate Gray was born on March 13, 1904 at Virginia.^2,6,5 She died on November 18, 1980 at age 76.⁵

     William Edgar Gray was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁷ He married Grace Gladys Roberts.^7,6 William Edgar Gray was born on December 28, 1916 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,5 He died on August 6, 1996 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 79.⁷ He BLUEFIELD, W.Va. - William E. Gray, 79, of 1009 Augusta St., Bluefield, formerly of Kimball, died Tuesday, August 6, 1996, in a Bluefield hospital. Born in Pilot, Va., he was a son of the late Howard C. and Katherine Garnand Gray. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II serving in Military Railway Services of the Transportation Corp in the European Theater. He had been a resident of Bluefield since 1953 and was a retired Supervisor of Materials for Norfolk Southern Railway. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Surviving: wife, Grace Gladys Roberts Gray of Bluefield, and several nieces and nephews. Burial will follow in the Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Bluewell. Pallbearers will be Bill Wolfe, Harry Sutherland, Jack White, Charles Cromer, Harry Gray, Jim Cooke, Charles Rexrode, Pete Pelts, and Joe Wallace. on August 7, 1996.⁷

     James Hampton Gray was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He was born on October 21, 1909 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He married Mary Ruth Heninger circa 1925.^2,5,6 James Hampton Gray died on June 6, 1976 at age 66.²

     Infant Sowder was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia; There are no dates on the tombstone.¹

     Mary Ruth Heninger was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 Her Social Security Number was 227-52-0559.³ She was born on October 6, 1909 at Burkes Garden, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of circa 1925,her married name was Gray.^1,4 She married James Hampton Gray, son of Howard Columbus Gray and Katherine Eva "Kate" Garnand, circa 1925.^1,2,4 Mary Ruth Heninger died on February 24, 1994 at Altavista, Campbell Co., Virginia, at age 84.^1,2,3 She GRAY, Mary Ruth H., 84, of Altavista, formerly of Roanoke, died Thursday, February 24, 1994, at the Autumn Care Nursing Home in Altavista. Born in Burkes Garden, Va., she was a daughter of Leland S. and Letitia M. Heninger and the widow of James H. Gray. Mrs. Gray was a member of Waverly Place Baptist Church and was preceded in death by a daughter, Maxine G. Kestner. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Ada G. and Marvin K. Holland, Altavista, Donna G. and John O. Boyd, Columbus, Ohio; one sister, Helen H. Williams, Lilburn, Ga; seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted from Oakey's Roanoke Chapel at noon Saturday, February 26, 1994, with the Rev. Charles S. Hoffler officiating. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. The family will receive friends at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. on February 25, 1994.²

     Lois Maxine Gray was buried at Saint Stephens Episcopal Church, Forest, Bedford Co., Virginia.⁴ Her married name was Kestner.¹ She married Unknown Kestner.^1,4 Lois Maxine Gray was born on April 1, 1930 at Pilot, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,4 She died on April 16, 1978 at Amherst Co., Virginia, at age 48.⁴

     Doris Ann Spangler was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ She died on December 13, 1939 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 She was born on December 13, 1939 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,4

     His Social Security Number was 229-74-4302.² Roy S. Hoops married Michelle Hall, daughter of Darrell Wayne Hall and Willa Williams.¹ Roy S. Hoops was born on March 29, 1952.² He died on March 16, 2003 at age 50.²