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     Evelyn Bulah/Beulah Argabright was born on August 22, 1926 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,11,3,4 As of December 24, 1943,her married name was Boone.¹ She married Kent Binford Boone Jr., son of Kent Binford Boone and Rose Viennie Carden, on December 24, 1943 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,10 As of September 8, 1988,her married name was Grubb.¹² Evelyn Bulah/Beulah Argabright married Delta Lee Grubb Jr. on September 8, 1988 at Dobson, Surry Co., North Carolina.¹² Evelyn Bulah/Beulah Argabright and Delta Lee Grubb Jr. were divorced on November 6, 1989 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ As of October 3, 1993,her married name was Bond.¹⁰ Evelyn Bulah/Beulah Argabright married Howard Ray Bond on October 3, 1993 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,10

     Edith Irene Argabright died; Died as a child.² She was buried at Allegheny Cemetery, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² She was born on May 5, 1934 at Radford, Virginia.³

     Weldon Lee Argabright was buried at Allegheny Cemetery, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He was born on January 27, 1938 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He died on April 12, 1941 at Alleghany, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 3.^3,5

     His Social Security Number was 230-60-3918.⁹ Ira Leroy Argabright was buried at Shawsville Congregational Holiness Church Cemetery, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 He was born on November 3, 1945 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^9,1,2,4,5 He married Anita Gail Williams on December 5, 1964 at Sparta, Alleghany Co., North Carolina.⁵ Ira Leroy Argabright and Anita Gail Williams were divorced on December 10, 1969 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁵ Ira Leroy Argabright married Barbara Jean "Bobbi" Willis, daughter of Posey Andrew Willis and Rebecca Louise Lanier, on December 20, 1969 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Ira Leroy Argabright died on October 30, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 31.^1,2,4

     Her married name was Pannell.² Mary Magdalene Argabright was buried at Den Hill Road Cemetery, Mount Calvery Baptist Church, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ She married William Robert "Bob" Pannell.^2,3 Mary Magdalene Argabright was born on May 29, 1930 at Alleghany Springs, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 As of May 15, 1982,her married name was McGuire.⁴ She married David Benjamin McGuire on May 15, 1982 at Radford, Virginia.^3,4 Mary Magdalene Argabright died on April 27, 2014 at Virginia at age 83.³ She Mary Magdalene Argabright Pannell McGuire, 83, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 27, 2014 with her family by her side. She was born on May 29, 1930, in the Alleghany Springs area of Montgomery County. Magdalene was preceded in death by her parents, Ira Lemuel Argabright and Beulah McNeil Argabright. In addition to her parents, Mag was preceded in death by her first husband, William Robert (Bob) Pannell of Shawsville, with whom she raised her children. Mag was also preceded in death by her second husband, David B. McGuire of Radford (who called her Mary) and through that marriage she gained another family; brothers, Charlie Argabright of Check, Leroy Argabright and Weldon Argabright, both of Shawsville; sisters, Louise Conner and Irene Argabright, both of Shawsville. She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Cromer (Don); her sons, Randy Pannell (Cindy), and Wayne Pannell (Missy); daughter-in-law, Kathy Pannell, all of Shawsville; grandchildren, Teresa Cromer (Tim) of Christiansburg, Christy Cromer (Jeremy) of Shawsville, and Robbie Pannell of Seattle, Wash; her special babies, her great-grandchildren, Nathaniel Oliver and Brianna Killgore; stepson, Buddy McGuire of Christiansburg; stepdaughters, Geraldine Harris and Bonnie Sumner, both of Dublin, and Patty Brooks of Michigan; several step-grandchildren; several step-great-grandchildren; sisters, Evelyn (Sis) Bond and Roberta Hurst (Sam); brother, Wilton Argabright (Dee), all of Shawsville; brother-in-law, Ray Richardson (Charlotte) of Roanoke; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins whom she dearly loved. Mag loved the Lord, her family and serving others. She attended Shawsville Congregational Holiness Church for most of her life. She worked for over 25 years at Wheatland Hills Retirement Center in Radford, where she lovingly cared for her residents. She was also a wonderful cook and never let anyone leave her table hungry. Mag loved working outdoors and took pride in her home and her yard. She loved to travel, especially to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and to Dollywood to hear Gospel music. She loved going to Myrtle Beach and Daytona Beach where we have many wonderful memories to treasure of our time there. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank a special friend of many years, Barbara Holstein, for her care and support. We would also like to thank the staff of Good Samaritan Hospice, especially Heather, Kim, and Katie for the care and respect shown to Mag and to our family at this time. Also, many thanks to Cindy for her devotion in caring for Mag in her final days. It was Mag's desire to be at the "home place" with her family near and we are so grateful that this was made possible. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Horne Funeral Home with Pastor Wes Conner officiating. Interment will follow in Den Hill Cemetery, Shawsville. on April 29, 2014.³

     Roberta Argabright was buried at Shawsville Congregational Holiness Church Cemetery, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁸ She was born on March 10, 1936 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,10 As of July 3, 1954,her married name was Hurst.⁸ She married Dennit Cliffiord "Sam" Hurst on July 3, 1954 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,1,3,7,5,8 Roberta Argabright died on January 4, 2023 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 86.⁵ She Roberta Argabright Hurst, 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Shawsville, Va. on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She was born in Christiansburg, Va. to the late Ira Lemuel and Edith Beulah McNeil Argabright. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years Dennit "Sam" Hurst; two grandchildren; three brothers and four sisters. Roberta is survived by her daughters, Donna Sue Hurst and Patricia Hurst Forren (Glen); son, Dennie Rae Hurst (Khristi); brother, Wilton Argabright; as well as six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Roberta loved the Lord and served her church for many years as secretary/treasurer. She was loved dearly and will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Interment at Shawsville Cemetery on Alleghany Spring Road. on January 6, 2023.⁵

     Hazel Beulah/Bulah Craighead was born on February 19, 1929 at Montgomery Co., Virginia; Her death certificate has a birth date of Feb 14, 1929.³ She died on May 4, 1929 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.³

     Garland Willard Craighead was buried at Piedmont Cemetery, Rt. 11 to Shawsville, turn at nursing home, Rt. 637, about 8 miles on the left, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^12,3,4 He was born on January 4, 1936 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^12,3 He died on May 24, 1983 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 47.^12,3,4 He Garland Willard Craighead, age 47, died Tuesday, May 24, 1983, at his residence. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lyndon R. Craighead, Shawsville; six sisters, Mrs. Helen L. Brown and Mrs. Gladys M. Hurst, both of Shawsville; Mrs. Claudine Stump, Check; Mrs. Jane Smith, Christiansburg, Mrs. Janet Martin, Christiansburg, and Mrs. Joan Austin, Salem; two brothers, Curtis Craighead and Paul Craighead, both of Shawsville. Interment will be in Piedmont Cemetery. on May 25, 1983.⁴

     Howard Ray Bond was born on May 14, 1928 at Virginia.² He married Evelyn Bulah/Beulah Argabright, daughter of Ira Lemuel/Lemuil "Lem" Argabright and Edith Beulah McNeil, on October 3, 1993 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2

     David Benjamin McGuire was buried at Highland Memory Gardens, Rt. 11 between Dublin and Radford, Pulaski Co., Virginia.² He was born on February 22, 1920 at Walton, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,3,6 He married Mary Magdalene Argabright, daughter of Ira Lemuel/Lemuil "Lem" Argabright and Edith Beulah McNeil, on May 15, 1982 at Radford, Virginia.^1,3 David Benjamin McGuire died on June 18, 1994 at Radford, Virginia, at age 74.^7,2,4 He McGUIRE, David Benjamin, 74, of Radford, died Saturday, June 18, 1994, at Radford Community Hospital. He was a retired employee of Burlington Industries with 47 years of service. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Navy. He was a volunteer at Wheatland Hills Retirement Center where he had many special friends. He was a member of the Radford Wesleyan Church. He is survived by his wife, Mary P. McGuire of Radford; three daughters, Geraline Harris of Radford, Mrs. Jackie (Bonnie) Sumner of Dublin; Mrs. Herman (Patty) Brooks of Pontiac, Michigan; one son, David (Buddy) and wife, Joyce McGuire of Christiansburg; three step children, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Cromer of Shawsville; Robert and Kathy Pannell of Shawsville, Wayne and Melissa Pannell of Shawsville; one brother, Bill McGuire of Radford; four sisters, Edna Warden of Radford, Lucille Mayberry of Spartansburg, S.C., Ivy Adkins of Christiansburg and Hazel Dulaney of Alum Ridge; also survived by 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 20, 1994 at 2 p.m. from the Radford Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Jim Cochran and the Rev. Richard Kingrea officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the DeVilbiss Funeral Home in Radford. on June 19, 1994.²

     Dennit Cliffiord "Sam" Hurst was buried at Shawsville Congregational Holiness Church Cemetery, Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on November 1, 1932 at Bottom Creek, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Roberta Argabright, daughter of Ira Lemuel/Lemuil "Lem" Argabright and Edith Beulah McNeil, on July 3, 1954 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,6,7,5 Dennit Cliffiord "Sam" Hurst died on April 15, 2022 at Virginia at age 89.⁴ He D.C. "Sam" Hurst passed away peacefully at his home in Shawsville, Va., on Friday, April 15, 2022. He was born at Bottom Creek, Va., to the late Clytie Ora Hurst and Jake W. Hurst. He was also preceded in death by his five sisters, two brothers, and two grandchildren. Sam is survived by his wife of 68 years, Roberta Hurst; daughters, Donna Sue Hurst and Patricia Hurst Forren (Glen); son, Dennie Rae Hurst (Khristi); sisters, Lillie Mae Howard (Marvin), Phyllis Agee (Ralph); as well as six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and nine great-great-grandchildren. Sam was a veteran where he served in the Korean War. He lived most of his life as a private contractor and was well known throughout the community for his hard work, kind deeds, and laid back humor. We would like to thank special friends, David Ryan and Jim Conner whose weekly visits and rides that Sam so looked forward to. Also thank you to Jamie Stogner for the loving care at any hour. Funeral services will be held in the Horne Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at 12 p.m. followed by interment at Shawsville Cemetery on Alleghany Spring Road. on April 19, 2022.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 232-56-1781.⁸ Gladys Capitola Boothe was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.¹ She was born on January 3, 1910 at Minden, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^1,8 As of September 17, 1932,her married name was Burford.² She married Zachariah Edward "Zack" Burford on September 17, 1932 at Peach Creek, Logan Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Gladys Capitola Boothe died on April 25, 2004 at Parkersburg, Wood Co., West Virginia, at age 94.^1,8 She Gladys Captolia Burford, 94, of Washington, W.Va., passed away April 25, 2004, at Worthington Manor. She was born Jan. 3, 1910, in Minden, W.Va., a daughter of the late Jacob and Lavie Poff Boothe. Gladys held a degree in elementary education from Concord College. She taught for 16 years in the Ohio school system and five years in the West Virginia school system. She belonged to the Ohio Retired Teachers Association and was a member of the Lubeck Senior Citizens and Lubeck Garden Club. She was a member of the Bethlehem Chapter 71 Order of Eastern Star in Beckley, W.Va., a member of Parkersburg First Christian Church and Women's Fellowship and Daytimers Circle. She is survived by three daughters and their husbands, Marge and Buck Buchanan of Washington, W.Va., Barbara and Ben Bane of Crab Orchard, W.Va., and Ann and Dave Neal of Jefferson City, Tenn; two sons, Zach Burford of Hubbard, Ohio, and Guy Burford and wife, Arlea, of Newbury, Ohio; one sister, Lettie Boothe of Hilltop, W.Va; one brother, Bill Boothe of Allentown, Pa; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward Burford; a son, Robert Burford; a grandson, Ben Bane II; two brothers, Ross Boothe and Oka Boothe; and a sister, Eva Shupe. A graveside service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Beckley, with the Rev. Mike Goff officiating. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Green Street, Parkersburg. on April 27, 2004.¹

     His Social Security Number was 234-10-7983.⁵ Zachariah Edward "Zack" Burford was born on January 22, 1909 at Virginia.⁵ He married Gladys Capitola Boothe, daughter of Jacob Isaac Boothe and Lavie Evebelle Poff, on September 17, 1932 at Peach Creek, Logan Co., West Virginia.^1,3 Zachariah Edward "Zack" Burford died on May 20, 1976 at Salem, Columbiana Co., Ohio, at age 67.²

     Benjamin Haven "Ben" Bane was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born on January 19, 1928 at Clear Fork, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^2,5,4 He married Barbara Jean Burford, daughter of Zachariah Edward "Zack" Burford and Gladys Capitola Boothe, on October 5, 1956 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Benjamin Haven "Ben" Bane died on August 29, 2012 at West Virginia at age 84.^5,4 He Benjamin H. Bane, 84, of Crab Orchard passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012. Born January 19, 1928, in Clear Fork, he was the son of the late Augusta and Ella Mae Rollins Bane. Ben was a U.S. Army veteran and a retired coal miner with over 43 years of service. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Benjamin Bane II, his three sisters and one brother. Survivors include his wife of 55 years Barbara Jean Bane of the home, his son Bradley Bane of Crab Orchard, two grandsons Bryan M. Bane and Blake H. Bane, a special nephew Robert Bane II, and a host of Nieces and Nephews and beloved friends. Service will be Saturday, September 1, 2012, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley, with the Rev. V. Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
Friends may gather with the family, from 6 t 8 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2012, at the funeral home. on August 31, 2012.⁴