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     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

     His Social Security Number was 223-12-1886.⁸ Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins was buried at Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge, Botetourt Co., Virginia.² He was born on June 6, 1919 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,8,4,5 He married Madeline Evon Taylor on July 20, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,9 Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins married Clara Bell Woods on October 8, 1982 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,10 Roy Edward "Moon" Mullins died on January 22, 2008 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 88.^2,8 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 Her Social Security Number was 224-70-2561.⁵ She was born on August 18, 1917 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,2,3 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.^5,6,4 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. Funeral services will be conducted from Oakey's Vinton Chapel at 3 p.m. Monday, November 24, 1997. Burial will be in Glade Creek Cemetery, Blue Ridge. on November 23, 1997.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 227-16-1394.¹¹ 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.^4,5,12,11,7 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.^2,5,12,11,8 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. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, with Pastor Ken Wright and Pastor Tim Wright officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider the Evangel Foursquare Church, 2630 Hardy Rd., Vinton VA 24179, or the Gentle Shepherd Hospice. The family will receive friends on Monday, April 12, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 540-982-2100. 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. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 11, 2006 at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel with Pastor Ken Wright and Pastor Tim Wright officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider the Evangel Foursquare Church, 2630 Hardy Rd., Vinton, Va. 24179. Arrangements by Oakey's Roanoke Chapel, 982-2100. on August 10, 2006.²

     Charlie Wallace Mullins married Betty Unknown.¹ Charlie Wallace Mullins was born on February 24, 1927 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁴ He married Marguerite Lena Virginia Taylor on August 24, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.³

     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

     Bonnie Carol Fleshman Bonnie Carol Hodge 11/22/1943 - 11/09/2023. On November 9th, Bonnie Carol Hodge, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Bonnie was the cherished wife of Robert “Bob” M. Hodge Jr., they were married for 64 happy years. Bonnie was a loving mother to Mark Lane Hodge (Tracy) and Dena Hodge White (Jeff). One of her proudest accomplishments was being Nanaw to grandchildren Melissa White Marcus (Josh), Benjamin White (Jessica) and Sarah White (Ian), great grandchildren Olivia, Jaxen and Koen along with step grandchildren Emily and Kaitlyn. She will also be dearly missed by her sister Eleanor Jo Weaver, brother Bobby Ray Fleshman and many lifelong friends. Bonnie loved her family and the Lord with all her heart. Anyone who ever met Bonnie knew her as a friend. She had a loving heart and adventurous spirit. People will remember Bonnie for her many years of service on Gate #1 at the Salem Red Sox Ballpark, she loved this job and it suited her outgoing personality. Bonnie also had many friends in Sun City Center, Florida where she and Bob spent their winters.² She was born on November 22, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of November 27, 1959,her married name was Hodge.¹ She married Robert Monroe "Bob" Hodge Jr., son of Robert Monroe "Buck" Hodge and Inice Irene Conner, on November 27, 1959 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 Bonnie Carol Fleshman died on November 9, 2023 at Virginia at age 79.²

     Nicholas J. Alls was buried at Alls, Allen, and Saunders Cemetery, Rt. 624 near Mt. Union Community Church, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He was born on November 23, 1859.² He married Louisa/Louise Annie Nutter, daughter of Matthew Aleck Nutter and Malinda Alls, in 1893 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3 Nicholas J. Alls died on September 3, 1921 at age 61.²