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     Her Social Security Number was 229-46-8930.⁴ Hilda Clayton Barrow Mrs. Hilda Clayton Barrow Conner, age 68, Collinsville, died Wednesday at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born in Henry County, Va. She was a daughter of the late Jesse Henry and Alice Victoria Richardson Barrow. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Geneva McMillian and Mrs. Charlotte Shumate, both of Wilmington, N.C., Mrs. Gerry Shealy, Martinsville, and Mrs. Gloria Kilgore, Collinsville; two brothers, Jesse James Barrow, Martinsille, Frank Norman Barrow, Roanoke. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery.¹ She was buried at Oakwood Cemetery, 107 Cemetery Street, Martinsville, Virginia.^1,3 She was born on July 28, 1909 at Henry Co., Virginia.^4,1,3 As of October 20, 1928,her married name was Conner.² She married Raymond "Ray" Conner, son of Noah Lee Conner and Grace E. Correll, on October 20, 1928 at Stoneville, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^5,2 Hilda Clayton Barrow and Raymond "Ray" Conner were divorced on May 20, 1964 at Martinsville, Virginia.⁵ Hilda Clayton Barrow died on March 1, 1978 at Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., North Carolina, at age 68.^1,6,3

     Geneva Conner was born on April 28, 1929 at Martinsville, Virginia.³ As of November 21, 1948,her married name was MacMillian.⁴ She married Eugene A. "Gene" MacMillian on November 21, 1948 at Wilmington, New Castle Co., Delaware.⁴ As of September 11, 1990,her married name was Clemmons.⁷ Geneva Conner married Andrew Bernice Clemmons on September 11, 1990 at Brunswick Co., North Carolina.⁷ Geneva Conner died on January 11, 2015 at Wilmington, New Castle Co., Delaware, at age 85.⁸

     Eugene A. "Gene" MacMillian Eugene A. McMillion, Sr. - Best known locally as the TV repairman at Wayland Vereen's in Southport during the mid-late 1970's. He was the youngest child of James W. and Edith Louise Mantell McMillion. He worked as a television repairman in New Castle, Delaware before moving with his family to southeastern North Carolina sometime between 1972-73. He volunteered his time and talents with the restoration of the Frying Pan Lightship #115 in Southport, along with his wife, son and sister-in-law Irene; as well as pursuing boating and scuba diving in his spare time. He also loved cats, German Shepherd and border collie dogs, and playing the Hawaiian guitar. Preceding him in death were his parents and older brother Henry McMillion who was killed in action during World War II. He was survived by his wife Geneva and son Gene Jr., both of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Priscilla Ley and family from New Castle; an older brother, James McMillion Jr. of Southport; a sister, Lucy Prchal and her husband Joe of Parkville, Maryland; three grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.² He was buried at Northwood Cemetery, Southport, Brunswick Co., North Carolina.¹ He was born on September 4, 1926 at Baltimore, Maryland.^1,3 He married Geneva Conner, daughter of Raymond "Ray" Conner and Hilda Clayton Barrow, on November 21, 1948 at Wilmington, New Castle Co., Delaware.³ Eugene A. "Gene" MacMillian died on January 31, 1978 at Southport, Brunswick Co., North Carolina, at age 51.¹

     Gloria Carol Conner Gloria Carol Conner Kallam, 78, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina. She was born January 12, 1945, in Martinsville, to the late Raymond Conner and Hilda Clayton Barrow Conner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Geneva McMillian, and Charlotte Shumate. Gloria was of the Christian faith. She was a graduate of Martinsville High School, attended nursing school and was employed by Memorial Hospital of Martinsville. She is survived by her husband, Doug Ray Kallam; daughters, Billie Smith and Kristine Viers (David); sons, Johnny Kilgore and Andrew Kallam; sister, Geraldine Conner; brothers, Roy Conner and Butch Conner; grandchildren, Brandi Pair (Brandon), T.J. Smith, Zach Smith, Tori Kendall (Mason), Jeremy Viers (Ashlee), Chelsea Chandler (Corey), Kambri Kilgore, and Jonathan Kilgore; and thirteen great-grandchildren.³ She was born on January 12, 1945 at Martinsville, Virginia.^1,2,3 As of October 16, 1960,her married name was Kilgore.⁶ She married Billy Fayne Kilgore on October 16, 1960 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.^5,6 Gloria Carol Conner and Billy Fayne Kilgore were divorced on September 30, 1977 at Henry Co., Virginia.⁶ As of August 18, 1984,her married name was Kallam.² Gloria Carol Conner married Douglas Ray Kallam on August 18, 1984 at Stuart, Patrick Co., Virginia.^2,3 Gloria Carol Conner died on May 7, 2023 at Durham, Durham Co., North Carolina, at age 78.³

     Billy Fayne Kilgore was buried at Belcher Family Cemetery, Haysi, Henry Co., Virginia.^3,5 His Social Security Number was 223-46-6255.² He MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – Funeral services for Billy Kilgore will be conducted Saturday. Burial will follow in the Belcher Cemetery, Route 1, Haysi. Grandchildren and nephews will serve as pallbearers. Billy Fayne Kilgore, age 65, departed this life on Aug. 23, 2004, making his stay here on earth 65 years, 10 months and 14 days.⁵ He was born on October 9, 1938 at Haysi, Dickenson Co., Virginia.^6,2,3,4,7 He married Gloria Carol Conner, daughter of Raymond "Ray" Conner and Hilda Clayton Barrow, on October 16, 1960 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.^8,1 Billy Fayne Kilgore and Gloria Carol Conner were divorced on September 30, 1977 at Henry Co., Virginia.¹ Billy Fayne Kilgore died on August 23, 2004 at South Carolina at age 65.^6,2,3,7,5

     Brenda Gale Dalton was buried at Altavista Memorial Park, Altavista, Campbell Co., Virginia.^5,2 She Brenda Gale Dalton Conner, 64, of 346 Poplar Forest Drive, Forest, died Tuesday, February 4, 2014, at Virginia Baptist Hospital. She was the wife of Ray Thomas Conner for fourty-six years. She was born August 4, 1949, in Altavista, a daughter of Vivian Grubbs Dalton of Motley and the late Wilbert Austin Dalton. She was a member of Motley United Methodist Church, a retired employee of American Greeting Cards, a lover of lady bugs, and her canine companion Buttons. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by a son, Jamie Landon "Buddy" Conner of Forest; and a daughter, Jennifer Lyn Wise and her husband, Larry, of Chesapeake. Entombment to follow at Altavista Memorial Park.² Her Social Security Number was 229-74-1295.⁶ She was born on August 4, 1949 at Campbell Co., Virginia.^1,4,6 As of September 2, 1967,her married name was Conner.¹ She married Ray Thomas Conner, son of Raymond "Ray" Conner and Elsie Mae Arrington, on September 2, 1967 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^1,2 Brenda Gale Dalton died on February 4, 2014 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 64.^2,3,6

     Mae Harris was born on June 2, 1914 at Patrick Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of October 8, 1964,her married name was Conner.² She married Raymond "Ray" Conner, son of Noah Lee Conner and Grace E. Correll, on October 8, 1964 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2

     Franklin O. "Frank" Pierce married Retta Bronscome "Rettie" Muncy, daughter of Joseph Kyle Muncy and Cora Alice "Rosa" Light.¹ Franklin O. "Frank" Pierce was born circa 1893 at Pennsylvania.

     His Social Security Number was 223-12-1886.¹³ Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins was buried at Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^2,14 He was born on June 6, 1919 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^{2,13,4,5,14,7} He married Madeline Evon Taylor on July 20, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,8,9 Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins married Clara Bell Woods on October 8, 1982 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,15 Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins died on January 22, 2008 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 88.^2,13,14,8 He Roy Edward (Moon) Mullins, 88, of Roanoke, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, in Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem. He was born June 6, 1919 to Joseph Herbert Mullins and Doris Muncey Mullins who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Madeline; his second wife, Clara Bell Milton Mullins; and a sister-in-law, Treva Mullins. Roy was from Garden City, Roanoke, where he enjoyed baking cakes, growing beautiful flowers and raising vegetables in his garden. When Roy's health failed him, he went to Richfield Nursing Home from August 2000 to December 2008. Roy was retired from N & W Railroad and he served in World War II. Surviving him are his stepchildren, Billy W. Milton, Henry A. Milton (Linda), of Villamont, June Haupt Brammer (Charles), of Roanoke; three stepgrandchildren, Wayne Haupt (Dawn), of Villamont, Geneva Haupt Meador (Robert), of Buchanan, Henry E. Milton, of Villamont; three stepgreat-grandchildren, Tye Meador and Quinton Meador, of Buchanan, Annie Welsh, of Troutville; also two brothers, Al Mullins, of Salem and Charlie Mullins, of Tampa, Fla; and several nieces and nephews. Thanks to the staff on the third floor East at Richfield for all the years he was there. Also thanks to the nurses and doctors who took care of Roy while he was in Lewis Gale. Funeral services will be conducted from Oakey's Vinton Chapel at 2 p.m. Friday, January 25, 2008, with the Rev. Thomas Clay officiating. Burial will be in Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 24, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221. on January 24, 2008.²

     Clara Bell Woods was buried at Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^4,5 Her Social Security Number was 224-70-2561.⁶ She was born on August 18, 1917 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,2,3,5,7 As of October 8, 1982,her married name was Mullins.² She married Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins, son of Joseph Herbert Mullins and Doris Elizabeth Muncy, on October 8, 1982 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4 Clara Bell Woods died on November 22, 1997 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 80.^6,8,4,5 She MULLINS, Clara Bell Woods Milton, 80, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 22, 1997, from a Roanoke hospital. Surviving are her husband, Roy E. Mullins; sons and daughter-in-law, Billy W. Milton, and Henry A. and Linda Milton, all of Villamont; daughter and son-in-law, June and Bill Haupt of Route 1, Blue Ridge; grandchildren, Wayne Haupt, Henry E. Milton and Geneva Meador; one precious great-granddaughter, Tye Lynn Meador; a sister, and three brothers. Burial will be in Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge. on November 23, 1997.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 227-16-1394.¹³ Joseph Alfred Mullins was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 He was born on May 26, 1922 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,5,14,13,7 He married Treva Marie Via on December 4, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,6 Joseph Alfred Mullins died on April 10, 2010 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 87.^2,5,14,13,8 He Joseph Alfred Mullins, 87, of Salem, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2010. He was an Army Air Force veteran, serving as a cryptographer during World War II. He was retired from an outstanding 55 year career with Mutual of Omaha, during which he earned many national Top Salesman awards. He was an active member of Evangel Foursquare Church where he served on the church council. Al is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Treva Via Mullins; his parents, Joseph Herbert Mullins and Doris Muncy Mullins; and a brother, Roy Edward Mullins. He is survived by two sons and two daughters, Dan Mullins and wife, Stella, of Oklahoma, Debbie Mullins Duncan and husband, L.B., Steve Mullins and wife, Linda, and Peggy Mullins, all of Salem; five grandsons, Joshua Mullins, Ian Duncan, Caleb Mullins, Joseph Mullins, Matthew Mullins; one granddaughter, Gabby Mullins; two great-grandchildren; and several step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; longtime family friend, Debbie Lynn Ratliff; and a very special caregiver of three years, Muriel Irvin. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. on April 11, 2010.²

     Treva Marie Via was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 Her Social Security Number was 231-24-7670.⁶ She was born on January 19, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.^6,3,4,5 As of December 4, 1948,her married name was Mullins.⁴ She married Joseph Alfred Mullins, son of Joseph Herbert Mullins and Doris Elizabeth Muncy, on December 4, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4 Treva Marie Via died on August 8, 2006 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 79.^6,2,3,7 She Treva Marie Via Mullins, 79, of Salem, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, August 8, 2006. She was an active member of Evangel Foursquare Church and was greatly loved by her family and all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert L. Via and Mary Agnes Adams Via; and one sister, Audrey Via Dyer. Treva is survived by her husband, Joseph Alfred Mullins; two sons and two daughters, Dan Mullins and his wife, Stella, Debbie Mullins Duncan and her husband, L.B., Steve Mullins and his wife, Linda, Peggy Mullins, all of Salem; five grandsons, Joshua Mullins, Ian Duncan, Caleb Mullins, Joseph Mullins, Matthew Mullins; one granddaughter, Gabby Mullins; one great-grandchild; and several stepgrandchildren and step great-grandchildren; and a very special family friend who was loved like a daughter, Debbie Lynn Ratcliff. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. on August 10, 2006.²

     Charlie Wallace Mullins Charlie W. Mullins, Feb 24, 1927 - Feb 9, 2017. Charlie Wallace Mullins was born on February 24, 1927, in Princeton, West Virginia, to Joseph Herbert Mullins and Doris Muncy Mullins. Charlie grew up and attended school in or around Roanoke, Virginia. Charlie was the youngest of three brothers, all raised during the Great Depression. The oldest brother, Roy Edward Mullins, enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the beginning of World War II and served in the Pacific. Charlie’s older brother, Joseph Alfred Mullins, was in the U.S. Army Air Corps in Europe during the war. Charlie enlisted in the Army, and was assigned to the 3rd Armor Division in Germany. After being discharged from the Army of the United States in 1946, Charlie returned home to Virginia, where he married the former Marguerite Taylor. They eventually had two sons, Patrick and Mark. Charlie started his apprenticeship to become an electrician under the GI Bill. He was certified as a Master Electrician before even completing his four year apprenticeship program. He worked for the electrical contractor Davis Elliott of Roanoke, Virginia for many years. After they were married, Charlie and Marguerite purchased several acres of land in the rural area of Salem, Virginia, where they would build a permanent home and raise their family. In 1966 Charlie and Marguerite sold the family home in Salem and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida. He supported his family through hard work, providing the family a waterfront home on Tampa Bay, and a solid middle-class lifestyle. Charlie worked for the Electric Machinery Company in Tampa, Florida from the late 1960’s until that company was acquired by another entity around 2005. In retirement he continued to perform consulting work for other electrical contractors, especially in the area of estimating, until his health would no longer allow such activities. In 1973 Charlie and Marguerite divorced. In 1976 Charlie married the former Betty Hope in Tampa, Florida. Charlie and Betty divorced in 2005. Charlie was by all accounts a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was also a veteran and a patriot. He lived a long and happy life. Without a doubt Charlie represents exactly what people are referring to when they mention a member of the greatest generation.⁷ He was born on February 24, 1927 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,7 He married Marguerite Lena Virginia Taylor on August 24, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,7 Charlie Wallace Mullins and Marguerite Lena Virginia Taylor were divorced on February 19, 1974 at Pinellas Co., Florida.¹⁰ Charlie Wallace Mullins married Betty June Ehle on June 1, 1975 at Pinellas Co., Florida.⁶ Charlie Wallace Mullins and Betty June Ehle were divorced in 2005.⁷ Charlie Wallace Mullins died on February 9, 2017 at Florida at age 89.⁷

     Annie Marie Lephew was buried at Little Hope Church Cemetery, Cove Hollow Road, near Elliston, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Her married name was Reynolds.¹ She married Unknown Reynolds.¹ Annie Marie Lephew was born on December 26, 1969 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She died on February 17, 1995 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 25.^1,2 She LEPHEW, Annie Marie, 25, of Roanoke, died Friday, February 17, 1995. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Ann Robertson, Roanoke; her father and step-mother, Marvin H. and Essie Lephew, Elliston; two daughters, Ashley Reynolds and Danielle Reynolds both of Roanoke; one sister, Miss Louise Lephew, Roanoke; one brother, Marvin H. Lephew Jr., Roanoke; one half-brother, Sonny Lephew, Elliston; one stepsister, Ann Ayers, Roanoke; two stepbrothers, Jesse Cook and David Cook both of Elliston; and her maternal grandparents, Marvin and Cora Lephew, Elliston. Graveside service Tuesday, February 21, 11 a.m. at Little Hope Cemetery, Roanoke Co., with the Rev. Virgil McHone officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grant E. Bryant Funeral Home, Elliston. on February 20, 1995.¹

     Virginia Christine Tickle was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Her Social Security Number was 229-42-1635.³ She was born on August 18, 1924 at Parrott, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^1,3 As of December 30, 1939,her married name was Helm.¹ She married Jacob Oak "Oakley Junior" Helm Jr., son of Jacob Oak "Oakly" Helm Sr. and Viola Ellen Poff, on December 30, 1939 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 Virginia Christine Tickle died on May 16, 2005 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 80.^2,3,4 She Virginia Christine Tickle Helm, 80, of Elliston, has left us to be with the Lord on Monday, May 16, 2005. She had been a longtime member of the Elliston community and was well loved by everyone she touched. She retired from L.T. (Greenhill) after 30 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oakley Junior Helm; two sisters and four brothers. She is survived by two sisters, Mary Lee Likens, Radford, Myrtle Snooks, Michigan; a brother, Jesse Lee Hall and wife, Minnie, Salem; special niece, Sharon Harless King, Elliston; and many other nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Lillian Helm, Elliston, Ernestine Epperly, Salem. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2005 at Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Ronald King officiating. The family will receive friends 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Lotz Funeral Home, Salem. on May 18, 2005.²