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     Darlene Faye "Dean" Ferris Darlene "Dean" Faye Ferris, December 29, 1958 - May 17, 2022. Darlene Faye Ferris, 63, affectionately known as “Dean,” peacefully passed away on May 17, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents Vaughn and Kathleen Ferris. She is survived by her sister Connie Moneyhan (Tom) and nieces Hollie Behr (Derek); Katelyn Wilkerson (Dylan); and Kim Nickols (John). She leaves a huge hole in the hearts of family and friends who were often entertained by her stories and quirky sense of humor. A devoted CNA, she treated her patients with dignity and care. Her positive outlook, generous spirit, and kind heart left an impression wherever she went. She had a deep love for animals especially dogs and horses. Many thanks to the staff at Bon Secours Hospice. A graveside memorial will be held at Restvale Cemetery.⁶ She was buried at Restvale Cemetery, 7529 Rt. 221, Check, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁶ She was born on December 29, 1958 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6 As of July 7, 2001,her married name was Goad.⁴ She married William Otey Goad III, son of William Otey Goad Jr. and Emma Hicks, on July 7, 2001 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ Darlene Faye "Dean" Ferris and William Otey Goad III were divorced on October 25, 2006 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Darlene Faye "Dean" Ferris died on May 17, 2022 at Virginia at age 63.⁶

     James Burrell Wimmer was born circa May, 1858 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ He died on September 18, 1858 at Montgomery Co., Virginia; Died of cold.¹

     John Prillaman was buried at Jacob Prillaman Cemetery, Rt. 642, 0.5 miles west of Piedmont Church, 0.4 miles from Rt. 602, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia; John is probably buried in the grave marked "J.P. - 1842."¹ He married Name Unknown.¹ John Prillaman was born circa 1754.¹ He died circa 1842 at Franklin Co., Virginia; His will was written in 1838 and probated in 1842.¹

     Her married name was Prillaman.¹ Name Unknown married John Prillaman, son of Jacob Prillaman and Walburga "Priscilla" Helm.¹ Name Unknown died before July 30, 1810.¹

     Betty Lee Hamrick was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² Her married name was Ludwick.² Her Social Security Number was 225-22-4481.⁴ She married Unknown Ludwick.^2,3 Betty Lee Hamrick was born on November 3, 1925 at Baltimore, Maryland.^1,4,2 As of November 24, 1950,her married name was Bell.³ She married Eldridge Stephen Bell Jr., son of Eldridge Stephen "Steve" Bell Sr. and Kate M. Prillaman, on November 24, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 Betty Lee Hamrick died on October 16, 2003 at Virginia at age 77.^4,2 She BELL, Betty Hamrick Ludwick, 77, of Roanoke, formerly of Blacksburg, died Thursday, October 16, 2003. She was born in Baltimore, Md. on November 3, 1925, to the late Ernest and Iva Rothgeb Hamrick. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Genevieve Hamrick, and in 1947 by her first husband, Thomas Jackson "Petie" Ludwick. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, E. Stephen Bell, Jr; a sister, Nancy Royer and husband, Mel of Roanoke; a brother, Robert Hamrick of Roanoke Rapids, N.C; five children, Ginny Martin, Blacksburg, Rodney Bell and wife, Karen, Lynchburg, Michael Bell and wife, Carol, Atlanta, Ga., Jackie Triplett and husband, Bill, Lexington Park, Md., Pam Reed and husband, Robert, Charlotte, N.C; two special nieces and a special nephew, Mary Ann Julg and husband, Charlie, Salem, Doug Bell and wife, Arlene, Niota, Tenn., Susie Johnson and husband, Glenn, Sandy, Utah; eight grandchildren, Petie Martin, Charles Julg, Kelli Julg, Josh Bell, Andrew Bell, Scott Johnson, Megan Triplett, and Sophie Reed; and numerous other relatives. She was a registered nurse, retired from the Radford Arsenal, and was a longtime member of the Blacksburg United Methodist Church. Her interests included square dancing, RV travel, and church activities, including Emmaus community. Funeral services will be held at the Blacksburg United Methodist Church, 111 Church Street, Blacksburg, on Sunday, October 19, 2003, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Reggie Tuck and Rev. Don MacNicoll officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Christiansburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Steve and Betty Bell Scholarship Fund at the Blacksburg United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 931, Blacksburg, Va. 24063, or to a charity of your choice. The family will receive friends Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. at McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive, Blacksburg. on October 18, 2003.²

     Bruce Bell died on June 14, 1957 at Virginia.¹ He was born on June 14, 1957 at Virginia.¹

     Barry Bell died on June 14, 1957 at Virginia.¹ He was born on June 14, 1957 at Virginia.¹

     Cynthia Elizabeth Fitzpatrick was born on July 8, 1932 at Beury Mountain, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^4,2 As of November 13, 1948,her married name was Richards.⁴ She married Irvin June Richards, son of Walter Ballard Richards and Annie Susan Prillaman, on November 13, 1948.^4,2,3 Cynthia Elizabeth Fitzpatrick died on January 7, 2024 at Pennsylvania at age 91.² She Cynthia E. Fitzpatrick Richards, July 8, 1932 - January 7, 2024. Cynthia Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Richards, 91, originally of Roanoke, VA, and more recently of Harleysville, PA, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 7, 2024. Liz, known by her family as Midgie, was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin June Richards; eldest son, Kevin Richards; her parents, Edgar and Zell Fitzpatrick of Roanoke, VA; brothers, Eugene Fitzpatrick of Edinburg, IN and William Fitzpatrick of Taylorsville, IN; and sisters, Emogene (Fitzpatrick) Skaggs of Nineveh, IN and Loretto (Fitzpatrick) DeWees of Hometown, WV. Liz is survived by her son, Mark Richards and his spouse, Donna, of Harleysville, PA; three grandchildren, Mark Jason Richards and his spouse, Elizabeth, and new great-grandson, Arlo Loretto Richards, of Havertown PA; grandson, Jesse Michael Richards of Collegeville, PA; and granddaughter, Francesca Marie (Richards) McKinnon and her spouse, Colin McKinnon, of Skippack, PA. Liz was born on Beury Mountain, Thurmond, WV in 1932. Liz retired from 20+ years as an at-home hair stylist on Trinkle Avenue in Roanoke. Irvin and Liz were avid Square Dancers having performed at the White House. Prior to moving to Pennsylvania, they were members of Shenandoah Baptist Church. Liz, Irvin and Kevin moved from Meadowbrook Village in Hollins, VA to live near Mark and his family in 2016. on January 10, 2024.²

     Robert Lane Richards Robert Lane Richards, 84 of Floyd, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Ballard & Annie Prillaman Richards; and brothers, Ammon Richards (Christine) and Irvin Richards (Elizabeth). Robert enjoyed racing, basketball, baseball and had a love of music. He drove a milk truck before working for Whiting Oil Company, driving an oil truck for 37 years. At the age of 16 he began driving a school bus, something he was well known for doing for 40 years. He was a lifelong member and deacon of Laurel Branch Church of the Brethren where he and Shirley faithfully attended. Robert was married to the love of his life, Shirley. You never saw one without the other and they were a true example of what a Godly marriage is. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley Hylton Richards; daughter & son-in-law, Karen & Dennis Whitlock; son & daughter-in-law, Allen & Sonja Richards; grandchildren, Ezra Richards (Gabby), Moriah Wilson (Gray), Hannah Richards, Sarah Richards, Lucas Richards (Abigail), Isaiah Richards, Micah Richards, Judah Richards, Eric Whitlock (Ashley Taylor), Gabriel Whitlock (Lianna Koberoski); sister-in-law, Betty Richards; favorite niece & caregiver, Carolyn Hylton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Interment will follow in Laurel Branch Cemetery.³ He was buried at Laurel Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on November 29, 1939 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ He married Shirley Ann Hylton on June 13, 1958 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Robert Lane Richards died on August 29, 2024 at Virginia at age 84.³

     Christine Sylvia Peters was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 229-24-0136.⁶ She was born on May 6, 1923 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,3,4 As of December 21, 1946,her married name was Richards.¹ She married Ammon Mayness Richards, son of Walter Ballard Richards and Annie Susan Prillaman, on December 21, 1946.^1,3 Christine Sylvia Peters died on October 15, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 66.^6,3

     Gary Lee Richards was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4 He married Kim Unknown.^5,2 Gary Lee Richards was born on April 7, 1952 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 He married Deborah Karen McGeorge on December 11, 1971 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁷ Gary Lee Richards and Deborah Karen McGeorge were divorced on July 28, 1977 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁷ Gary Lee Richards died on January 15, 2016 at Virginia at age 63.^2,4 He Gary Lee Richards, 63, of Salem, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 15, 2016. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Ammon M. Richards and Christine Peters Richards. Gary was the owner of Richards Automotive alignment. He had a lifelong passion for stock car and drag racing. He was an extremely gifted mechanic, meticulous in his skill when it came to building and working on cars. Though cars were his passion, he also enjoyed golfing and bowling. Family left to cherish his memory include his wife, Kim; daughter, Alicia Richards Jones and her husband Greg; son, Christopher D. Murphy; sister, Connie Richards; grandchildren, Tyler, Kylie, Kiersten (Leroy), and Jordan; nephew Brandon Johnson; and so many close friends. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. on January 18, 2016.²

     Connie Lynn Richards Connie Lynn Richards, Jun 20, 1957 - Jul 15, 2024. On Monday, July 15, 2024, Ms. Connie Lynn Richards was reunited with her heavenly family. She was preceded in death by her father, Ammon Richards; mother, Christine Richards; brother, Gary Richards; and son, Brandon Johnson. Known for her kind nature, infectious laughter, and her constant and undeniable love for her friends and family, she rarely met a stranger. Always the first to offer a helping hand or a big hug to anyone in need, she would always know exactly what to do to put a smile on your face and make the day just a little brighter. Her love for music was never lost throughout her life. From large arenas to small local eateries, you would always find her in the middle of the crowd dancing and singing. Connie was the one person who would light up a room with her beautiful smile and a comforting embrace to all who greeted her. She was truly a special woman, and her love for all will carry on through the hearts of everyone she touched with her kindness. Connie would like to thank all of her family, friends, and all who accepted her into their lives throughout her short-lived years, and wants us all to know she will always love each and every one of us.⁵ She was born on June 20, 1957 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,5 As of March 20, 1975,her married name was Collins.¹ She married Clayton Edwin "Eddy" Collins on March 20, 1975 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,4 Connie Lynn Richards and Clayton Edwin "Eddy" Collins were divorced on April 23, 1979 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ As of March 14, 1981,her married name was Johnson.³ Connie Lynn Richards married Paul Lewis Johnson on March 14, 1981 at Deer Creek Estates, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ Connie Lynn Richards and Paul Lewis Johnson were divorced on November 24, 1998 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ As of July 2, 1999,her married name was Cyckowski.³ Connie Lynn Richards married Richard Henry Cyckowski on July 2, 1999 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Connie Lynn Richards and Richard Henry Cyckowski were divorced on June 5, 2009 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ Connie Lynn Richards died on July 15, 2024 at Virginia at age 67.⁵

     Kevin Ray Richards was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on December 24, 1951 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^1,2,4 He died on November 17, 2016 at Pennsylvania at age 64.² He Kevin Ray Richards, 64, of Roanoke, Va., and of Audubon, Pa., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2016. He was the loving son of Irvin June and Cynthia Elizabeth (Fitzpatrick) Richards of Audubon, Pa; brother of Mark Irvin Richards and his wife, Donna, of Harleysville, Pa; uncle to Mark Jason Richards, Jesse Michael Richards and Francesca Marie Richards, all of Harleysville, Pa; and his special cousin, Velma Jean Flincham of Roanoke, Va. Kevin was preceded in death by his closest friend and grandmother, Glenna Zell (Bragg) Fitzpatrick; grandfather, Edgar of Roanoke, Va; and paternal grandparents, Walter and Annie Richards of Floyd, Va.Kevin was born in Oak Hill, W.Va., grew up in Roanoke where he attended The Viaud School and completed his GED in 1993. Kevin enjoyed bowling at Boxley Hills Lanes in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. He lived and looked after Mom and Dad in Roanoke and continued after the family moved to Pennsylvania to be near Mark's family. He enjoyed playing with his niece and nephews as they grew up and visited during the summer months. on November 19, 2016.²