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     Lillian Welch Coulter was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹ She was born on January 18, 1888 at West Virginia.¹ As of August 1, 1917,her married name was Hearn.² She married James Everett Hearn, son of Alonzo Grant Hearn and Elsie D. Kirby, on August 1, 1917 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² Lillian Welch Coulter died on September 29, 1958 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 70.¹

     His Social Security Number was 236-50-9398.⁷ Oscar Amos Akers was buried at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 1917 West Main Street, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,6 He and Margaret Agnes Eastridge were divorced.⁸ Oscar Amos Akers was born on October 29, 1889 at Ada, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,7,4 He married Margaret Agnes Eastridge circa 1911.^3,9 Oscar Amos Akers married Agnes Dorn Eastridge on October 27, 1944 at Rocky Gap, Bland Co., Virginia.^5,10 Oscar Amos Akers died on June 15, 1971 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 81.^3,4

     Mary Baird Akers was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.^3,4 Her Social Security Number was 245-05-6710.⁵ Her married name was Conrad.⁴ She married William Raymond Conrad.⁴ Mary Baird Akers was born on April 17, 1900 at West Virginia.^3,5,4 As of circa 1917,her married name was Peters.^2,6 She married William Ward Peters circa 1917.^2,6,3 Mary Baird Akers died on August 18, 1973 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 73.^3,4

     Nellie May "Nell" Akers was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.³ Her Social Security Number was 245-16-7024.⁶ She was born on December 31, 1901 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.^7,6,3 As of circa 1925,her married name was Winfrey.² She married Marion Clyde Winfrey circa 1925.² Nellie May "Nell" Akers died on June 27, 2001 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 99.^6,7,3

     Ora Lee Akers was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.⁴ Her Social Security Number was 245-03-0445.⁵ She was born on June 18, 1891 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^5,3,6 As of circa 1907,her married name was Sifford.¹ She married Rufus Elmer Sifford circa 1907.^1,2 Ora Lee Akers and Rufus Elmer Sifford were divorced before 1940.⁷ As of February 15, 1941,her married name was Nordman.⁸ Ora Lee Akers married August Nordman on February 15, 1941 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.⁸ Ora Lee Akers died on June 5, 1993 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 101.^5,3,6 She Mrs. Ora Lee Nordman, 101, of 1420 Medford Dr. died June 5, 1993, at White Oak Manor. Funeral and burial will be private. Harry and Bryant Funeral Home is in charge. Mrs. Nordman, a native of Bluefield, W.Va., was a homemaker. Survivors are her daughter, Mrs. Louise Sims; sister, Mrs. Nell Winfrey; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, P.O. Box 33881 Charlotte, N.C. 28233. on June 6, 1993.⁶

     Rufus Elmer Sifford was buried at Mount Zion Cemetery, Cornelius, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.^3,4 He was born on December 15, 1888 at Lincoln Co., North Carolina.^2,3,4 He married Ora Lee Akers, daughter of James Templeton Akers and Quindora "Dora" "Trundora" Hearn, circa 1907.^1,5 Rufus Elmer Sifford and Ora Lee Akers were divorced before 1940.⁶ Rufus Elmer Sifford died on May 29, 1944 at Wilmington, New Hanover Co., North Carolina, at age 55.^3,4

     Thelma Louise Sifford was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.^4,6 Her Social Security Number was 242-88-5447.⁷ She was born on February 15, 1910 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,7,4 As of July 1, 1930,her married name was Sims.⁸ She married William Sylvester Sims on July 1, 1930 at Forsyth Co., North Carolina.^8,4 Thelma Louise Sifford died on February 7, 2000 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 89.^3,7,4 She Louise Sifford Sims, 89, of Wesley Care Center, Charlotte, N.C. died there Monday, February 7, 2000. She was born February 15, 1910 in Bluefield, W.VA., daughter of the late Rufus Sifford and Ora lee Akers Nordman. Mrs. Sims was the wife of the late William S. Sims, who preceded her in death in 1967. Mrs. Sims was a devoted loving mother and grandmother. She spent many years loving, caring, and nurturing her family. Funeral service will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 9, 2000 in the Sharon Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with The Reverend Stan Heiser, officiating. The family will receive friends at the home of Judy and Pete Bennett, 5023 Sharon Woods Lane, Charlotte from 7:00-8:30PM Tuesday. Survivors include two daughters, Judy S. Bennett, and her husband, Pete, Betty S. Pressley, and her husband, Doug, all of Charlotte; a half brother, Wendell Sifford; five grandchildren, Sherry Sanders, and her husband, Randall, fo Simpsonville, S.C., Doug Pressley, Jr., and his wife, Sheryl, Julie Loucks, and her husband, Matt, of Charlotte, Lisa Kitterman, and her husband, Kurt, Brandt Bennett and his wife, Anita, of Charlotte; and four great grandchildren. The family of Mrs. Sims would like to give special thanks to the 5th floor nursing staff at Wesley Care Center. Memorials may be made to Pritchard Memorial Baptist Charlotte, 1117 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203 or Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary, 248 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28209. Harry and Bryant Company is serving the family of Mrs. Sims. on February 8, 2000.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 241-01-1135.³ William Ward Peters was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.^4,5 He was born on December 2, 1890 at Belspring, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^2,4,5,6,3 He married Mary Baird Akers, daughter of James Templeton Akers and Quindora "Dora" "Trundora" Hearn, circa 1917.^1,7,4 William Ward Peters died on August 8, 1953 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 62.^4,5,3

     Mary Jane Peters was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.^7,8 Her Social Security Number was 247-10-3478.⁹ Her married name was Neustadt.⁸ She married Otto Neustadt.⁸ Mary Jane Peters was born on May 26, 1917 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^7,2,9,8 As of June 8, 1940,her married name was Bobbitt.⁴ She married John Sedwick Bobbitt on June 8, 1940 at Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.⁴ Mary Jane Peters died on January 18, 1990 at Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 72.^7,9,2,8 She Mrs. Mary Jane Neustadt, 72, of 438 Webster Place died Jan.18, 1990, at Presbyterian Hospital. Funerals is 2 p.m. today at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial service is 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul United Methodist Church. Visitation is after the service at the church. Harry and Bryant Funeral Home is in charge. Mrs. Neustadt, a native of Bluefield, W.Va., was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Survivors are her husband, Otto; daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Felton; two grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2830 Dorchester Place. on January 20, 1990.⁸

     Marion Clyde Winfrey was buried at Sharon Memorial Park, 5400 Monroe Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.⁴ His Social Security Number was 241-01-1144.⁶ He was born on June 25, 1899 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,6,3,4,5 He married Nellie May "Nell" Akers, daughter of James Templeton Akers and Quindora "Dora" "Trundora" Hearn, circa 1925.¹ Marion Clyde Winfrey died on December 9, 1980 at Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina, at age 81.^2,4

     Her Social Security Number was 225-01-7832.⁵ Nellie Blanche Payne was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ She was born on January 17, 1913 at Madisonville, Monroe Co., Tennessee.^5,2,3,4 As of March 4, 1933,her married name was Hall.⁴ She married Estile Andrew Hall, son of John Lee Hall and Minnie Emma Hall, on March 4, 1933 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,6,2,4 Nellie Blanche Payne died on September 18, 1995 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 82.^5,6,7 She HALL, Nellie Payne, 82, of Roanoke, passed away Monday, September 18, 1995, in her home. Nellie was a member of the Oakland Baptist Church since 1933 and a member of the Dorcas Sunday School Class. She was retired from Davidson's Clothing Store, where she worked for 25 years. She is survived by the love of her life and husband of 62 years, Estile A. Hall; two daughters, Barbara Quinn and Betty Patterson and son-in-law, Don Patterson, all of Roanoke; left behind also are six devoted grandchildren, Liz Walker, Thom Quinn and wife, Mary, Jenny Patterson, all of Roanoke, Jackie Highberger and husband, Jim, Salem, Mike Patterson, Atlanta, Ga., Jeff Patterson, Verona; surviving are also seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Juanita Overstreet, Roanoke, Ruby Hicks, Charlotte, N.C; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Francis H. and wife, Vicky Payne, Spring Hill, Fla., Carl N. and Alberta Payne, Herndon. Interment will be at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on September 19, 1995.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 231-16-1273.⁷ Curtis Daniel Franklin was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4 He was born on June 23, 1914 at Norfolk, Virginia.^7,3,4,6 He married Mary Effie Hall, daughter of John Lee Hall and Minnie Emma Hall, on November 14, 1936 at Thaxton, Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,8,5,9 Curtis Daniel Franklin died on May 23, 1991 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 76.^7,2,4 He Curtis Daniel Franklin, age 76, of Roanoke County, died Thursday at his home. He was a member of Central Baptist Church and a retired employee of Southern States where he worked for over 27 years. Surviving are his wife, Mary Effie Franklin, Roanoke; daughter and son-in-law, Emma Jean and Ed Woodard, Tanney Town, Md; sons and daughters-in-law, Stuart E. and Edna Franklin, Russell E. and Carolyn Franklin, Ray D. Franklin, all of Roanoke; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild, sister, Thelma Neal, Melbourne, Fla; brothers, Ambrose Franklin, Los Angeles, Calif; Glen Franklin, Portsmouth, Va. and Layten Franklin, Richmond, Va. Funeral services will be held at Central Baptist Church, 12:00 noon Saturday with the Rev. David Henderson, officiating. Interment will follow in Fair View Cemetery. Friends may call at Oakey's South Chapel. on May 24, 1991.²

     Barbara Lois Hall was born on September 1, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,6 As of May 9, 1958,her married name was Quinn.⁵ She married John William "Jack" Quinn on May 9, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 Barbara Lois Hall and John William "Jack" Quinn were divorced on December 14, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ As of March 3, 1972,her married name was Nolen.⁵ Barbara Lois Hall married Robert Lee "Bob" Nolen on March 3, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 As of February 14, 1986,her married name was Jenkens.⁵ Barbara Lois Hall married James Russell "Jim" Jenkens on February 14, 1986 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 Barbara Lois Hall died on July 30, 2021 at Virginia at age 80.⁴ She Barbara H. Quinn, September 1, 1940 - July 30, 2021. Barbara H. Quinn of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Friday, July 30, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Quinn; her daughters, Liz Walker and Jackie Highberger; and her parents, Nellie and Estile Hall. Barbara is survived by her sister, Betty Patterson; her son, Thom Quinn; cousin and special friend, Elsie Sowder; grandchildren, Chuck, Jessica, Danielle, Autumn, Sabrina, Jason, Joe, and Amanda; eighteen great-grandchildren; and Tom Jones. on August 8, 2021.⁴

     John William "Jack" Quinn was buried at Canody-Fulcher Cemetery, Amherst Co., Virginia.⁶ He was born on January 11, 1938 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^4,5,6 He married Barbara Lois Hall, daughter of Estile Andrew Hall and Nellie Blanche Payne, on May 9, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 John William "Jack" Quinn and Barbara Lois Hall were divorced on December 14, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ John William "Jack" Quinn died on January 6, 1994 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 55.^6,7,8 He QUINN, John William, 55, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday, January 6, 1994, at the V.A. Medical Center. He is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Anne Walker, Jacqueline Quinn Highberger; one son, Thomas William Quinn; five grandchildren, Jessica, Danielle, Jason, Autumn and Joseph; six brothers, R. Edward Quinn, George Van Quinn, Charles R. Green, Stephen R. Green, T. Michael Green, and Douglas M. Green. Mr. Quinn's body is being donated to science. on January 8, 1994.⁸

     Donald F. "Don" Patterson married Betty Louise Hall, daughter of Estile Andrew Hall and Nellie Blanche Payne.^1,2,3 Donald F. "Don" Patterson was born circa 1941.⁴ He died on March 14, 2021 at Botetourt Co., Virginia.⁴ He On Sunday, March 14, 2021, Donald F. Patterson, of Daleville, Va., a loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 80. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Emily Patterson. Don was a graduate of William Fleming High School, he served in the United States Navy, and retired from Norfolk Southern Railway after 29 years. Don is survived by his wife, Betty; his children, Mike Patterson (Angie), Jeff Patterson (Angie), and Jen Patterson (Melissa Stump); his grandchildren, Collin and Lauren Patterson, and Charlie Meadows; his brothers, Michael Patterson (Claudia), Richard Patterson (Dotty), and Jim Patterson (Kathy). on March 21, 2021.⁴

     Leslie Howard Perdue was born on February 12, 1937 at Copper Hill, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Patricia Jane "Pat" Fralin on April 20, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5 Leslie Howard Perdue died on May 23, 2019 at Virginia at age 82.⁵ He Leslie Howard Perdue of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at the age of 82. Les is now experiencing the lyrics to his favorite hymn of "My God and I go in the field together. We walk and talk as good friends should and do. We clasp our hands, our voices ring with laughter. My God and I walk through the meadow's hue." He was a faithful member of the Poages Mill Church of the Brethren where he served as a Trustee, Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. He served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1960, stationed for 15 months in Nuremberg, Germany. He retired from General Electric Company with 33 years of employment, but most importantly, considered himself a happy farmer working with cattle and serving several years on the Board of Directors for the Roanoke County Farm Bureau. Les is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patricia Fralin Perdue; his daughter, Susan Duff and her husband, Hal, of Winchester, Va; granddaughter, Sarah Pankus and her husband, Robert, of Charleston, S.C., and their sons, Liam, Nolan and Finn; granddaughter, Mary Doumont and her husband, Patrick, of Savannah, Ga., and their son, Theodore; sister, Sherrie King and husband, Roger; brother, Jim Perdue; along with a special cousin, Stanley Perdue; nieces and nephews; and good friend, Jack Reynolds. The family would like to extend appreciation to the Virginia Veterans Care Center for their excellent care these past three months. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. on May 24, 2019.⁵

     Emma Jean Franklin was born on February 12, 1950 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3,5 As of June 21, 1970,her married name was Woodard.² She married Edward Cornelius "Ed" Woodard on June 21, 1970 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5 Emma Jean Franklin died on January 10, 2024 at Virginia at age 73.⁵ She Emma Jean Franklin Woodard entered eternal rest on January 10, 2024. She was born on February 12, 1950, to the late Mary Effie Hall and Curtis Daniel Franklin. Emma was united in Holy matrimony to Edward C. Woodard, who survives. Emma Jean was a faithful wife and mother. She was active in her community and devoted her life to helping others find and follow Christ. Her courageous heart and generous spirit were a guiding light that shined brightly everywhere she went. Emma was a graduate of Bowie State University. She was licensed and ordained as a minister and served as Interim Pastor: at Roanoke First Church of the Brethren from September 1993- December 1993, at Troutville C.O.B from September 1994-June 1995, and at Cloverdale C.O.B. from September 1995-July 1996. She later served as Associate District Executive Minister at Virlina District from January 1, 2000-April 21, 2017. Following that she served as Interim Pastor at Daleville C.O.B. from October 1, 2017- December 31, 2017, and at Jones Chapel from June 1, 2018-December 31, 2019. She served as Interim Pastor at Bethany C.O.B. from July 15, 2020 - August 31, 2022, and finally became the Pastor of Bethany C.O.B. from September 1, 2022-January 10, 2024. A Servant's Heart~ She did her best! In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Stuart Franklin; niece, Angela Franklin; sister-in-law, Carolyn Franklin, and father-in-law, Cornelius Dawlson Woodard. Those left to cherish Emma Jean's memories are her loving and devoted husband, Edward Cornelius Woodard; daughter, Hope Elizabeth Woodard Staton; son, Nathan Cornelius Woodard; and grandson, Cornelius Cash Woodard. She also leaves two brothers, Russell Franklin and Ray Franklin; three nieces, Melissa Saunders, Michelle Pizarro, and Teresa Witten; nephew, Dean Franklin; two sisters-in-law, Edna Franklin and Carolyn Moulse and mother-in-law, Nella Zocchi Woodard. on January 19, 2024.⁵

     Stuart Edward Franklin Stuart Edward Franklin, 85, of Roanoke, Virginia went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Wednesday, June 28, 2023. He was born on September 15, 1937, the son of the late Curtis D. and Mary Hall Franklin. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Angela Palmer. Stuart was a proud Marine and member of the National Guard, retiring with over 20 years of service; followed by a 31 year career as a Roanoke City Firefighter. Stuart is survived by his wife Edna Franklin; children Dean Franklin and Melissa Saunders; his 5 grandchildren and their spouses Ashley Wrenn (Adam), Brittany Cordero (Luis), Diana Eckerberg (Matt), Zach Saunders (Hailey), and MaryBeth Buswell (Connor); his 7 great grandchildren Angela Williams, Sophie Saunders, Liam Saunders, Mayson Cordero, Eleanor Wrenn, Brooks Franklin Saunders, and Paislee Cordero; brothers Russell Franklin and Ray Franklin; and sister Emma Jean Woodard (Ed). Interment will follow with military honors at Fair View Cemetery.⁴ He was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on September 15, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Edna Myrtle Akers on July 23, 1965 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Stuart Edward Franklin died on June 28, 2023 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 85.⁴