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     His Social Security Number was 235-10-6622.² Dorsil Jefferson "Farmer" Vest was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born on May 29, 1911 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,3,5 He married Edith Marie Allen on December 24, 1936 at East Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,4 Dorsil Jefferson "Farmer" Vest died on June 23, 1993 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 82.^2,4 He Dorsil J. Vest, 82, of Raleigh died Wednesday, June 23, 1993, at home after a long illness. He was a retired coal miner with 17 years of service, a member of UMW Districts 17 and 29, and a member of Raleigh Community Church Surviving: wife, Edith Allen Vest; sons, Ray of Shady Spring, Denny of Dayton, Ohio; foster son, Walter R. Quesenberry of Indianapolis; daughter, Brenda McKinney of Proctorville, Ohio; sisters, Mary B. Gill of Beckley, Thelma Young of Glen Morgan; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Service will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Prosperity, with the Rev. Cleve Allen officiating. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on June 25, 1993.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 232-16-3899.⁹ Virginia Alice Vest was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁵ She was born on November 15, 1913 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^9,10 She died on September 20, 1964 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 50.^4,5 She Miss Virginia Alice Vest, 50, of Glen Morgan, died in a local hospital at 1:20 p.m. Sunday after a long illness. A former secretary for the Raleigh Wrecking Company, she was a lifetime resident of Raleigh County and a member of the Glen Morgan Community Church. Born at Raleigh, she was a daughter of Carl Vest and the late Mary Poff Vest. Survivors include four sisters, Miss Genevieve Vest, Miss Mary "Billie" Vest, Mrs. "Teddie" Amos, and Mrs. Roy Young, all of Glen Morgan; two brothers, Homer Vest of Glen Morgan and Dorsil Vest of Raleigh. Funeral services will be held at the Calfee Funeral Chapel at 2 p.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Jack Maddy in charge. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Oral Vest, Clifford Hatcher, Cecil Hatcher, Claude Allen, and William Lacek. on September 22, 1964.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 234-10-7049.¹⁰ Genivieve Pearl "Jenny" Vest was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁶ She was born on July 20, 1915 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^10,5,6 She died on May 23, 1990 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 74.^10,6 She Miss Genevieve P. (Jenny) Vest, 74, of Glen Morgan, was dead on arrival Wednesday, May 23, at a Beckley hospital, following a long illness. Born July 20, 1915, at Raleigh, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Mary Poff Vest. Miss Vest was a former housekeeper for the late Dr. John A. Hedrick for 17 years and had worked for the J.O. Lively Company. She was a member of the Glen Morgan Community Church and was a lifeong resident of Raleigh County. Sne was preceded in death by two sisters, Glenora Amos and Alice Vest and a brother, Homer Vest. Survivors include two sisters, Billie Vest Gill of Beckley and Thelma Faye Young of Glen Morgan; a brother, Dorsil (Farmer) Vest of Raleigh; several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Calfee Funeral Home Chapel in Beckley with the Rev. Cleve Allen officiating. Burial will be in the Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens at Prosperity. Friends may call today from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Calfee Funeral Home in Beckley. Pallbearers will be Ray Vest, Charlie Hill, Sonny Smith, Danny Quesenberry, Clifford Hatcher and Howard Gill. on May 25, 1990.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 233-64-9004.⁸ Glenora Merle "Todie" Vest was born on March 25, 1918 at Glen Morgan, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^8,4 As of April 12, 1937,her married name was Amos.⁴ She married William Eugene Amos on April 12, 1937 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^3,4 Glenora Merle "Todie" Vest died in March, 1984 at West Virginia.⁸

     His Social Security Number was 234-24-7205.³ James Howard Gill was born on August 8, 1922 at West Virginia.^3,2 He married Mary Blanche "Billie" Vest, daughter of Carl Alfred Vest and Mary Blanche Poff, on July 5, 1972 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,2 James Howard Gill died on August 2, 2003 at age 80.³

     His Social Security Number was 232-01-9420.⁴ William Eugene Amos was born on November 14, 1913 at Huntington, Cabell Co., West Virginia.^1,4,3 He married Glenora Merle "Todie" Vest, daughter of Carl Alfred Vest and Mary Blanche Poff, on April 12, 1937 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^5,1 William Eugene Amos died on June 25, 1957 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 43.²

     Roy William Young was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^4,5 His Social Security Number was 235-10-6621.² He was born on November 6, 1906 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^6,3,2,4 He married Thelma Faye Vest, daughter of Carl Alfred Vest and Mary Blanche Poff, on June 4, 1927 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,5 Roy William Young died on March 7, 1994 at Glen Morgan, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 87.^2,4,5 He Roy William Young, 87, of Glen Morgan died Monday, March 7, 1994, at home after a long illness. He was born at Floyd County, Va., and was a retired coal miner for Itmann Coal Co. He was a charter member of the UMW and a member of Tilden Community Church. Surviving: wife, Thelma Faye Vest Young; several nieces and nephews. Service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Calfee Funeral Home, Beckley, with the Rev. Cleve Allen officiating. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity. on March 8, 1994.⁵

     Mary J. McConaughy was born circa 1894 at Iowa; The Dillon Family notes hav a birth date of Feb 28, 1899.^1,2 As of October 20, 1912,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Lyle Dillon Smith, son of Jacob Hannibal Smith and Stella Meriam Dillon, on October 20, 1912.¹ Mary J. McConaughy died on February 11, 1966.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 525-20-5492.² Ceres McFarland was born on February 13, 1905 at Kansas.^3,1,2 As of April 26, 1950,her married name was Smith.³ She married Lyle Dillon Smith, son of Jacob Hannibal Smith and Stella Meriam Dillon, on April 26, 1950.³ Ceres McFarland died on September 27, 1985 at Kern Co., California, at age 80.^2,1

     Bertha Elvira Robinson was buried at Mount Pisgah Cemetery, 804 S. Emerson Ave., Gillette, Campbell Co., Wyoming.² She was born on July 21, 1899 at Custer Co., Nebraska.² As of March 23, 1923,her married name was Smith.¹ She married William Wells "Will" Smith, son of Jacob Hannibal Smith and Stella Meriam Dillon, on March 23, 1923 at Campbell Co., Wyoming.^1,2,3 Bertha Elvira Robinson died on March 10, 1992 at Gillette, Campbell Co., Wyoming, at age 92.²

     Wesley B. Howard was born circa 1911 at Iowa.² He married Maxine Gordon Smith, daughter of Lyle Dillon Smith and Mary J. McConaughy, on April 24, 1937.¹

     His Social Security Number was 508-10-6564.³ Lyle Edward Smith was born on July 29, 1916 at Nebraska.^1,3 He married Juanita Hope Selly Housman on May 31, 1948.¹ Lyle Edward Smith died on January 12, 1999 at California at age 82.^1,3

     Juanita Hope Selly Housman was born on December 2, 1911.^1,2 As of May 31, 1948,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Lyle Edward Smith, son of Lyle Dillon Smith and Mary J. McConaughy, on May 31, 1948.¹ Juanita Hope Selly Housman died on August 17, 1988 at Kern Co., California, at age 76.²

     Don Waldo Smith was buried at Arnold Cemetery, 1 mile south on Highway 40, Arnold, Custer Co., Nebraska.^7,10 His Social Security Number was 508-12-4920.¹¹ He was born on February 8, 1922 at Lincoln Co., Nebraska.^7,11,3,9,10 He married Mildred E. Bailey on March 8, 1942 at Western, Saline Co., Nebraska.^1,7 Don Waldo Smith died on May 5, 2004 at Kearney, Buffalo Co., Nebraska, at age 82.^1,7,11,10 He ARNOLD - Don W. Smith, 82, of Arnold died May 5, 2004, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. He was born Feb. 8, 1922, at Arnold to Mynor and Cecil Nansel Smith. He spent his early childhood years attending Garfield Country School. He transferred to the Arnold High School for his junior and senior years, graduating in 1940. On March 8, 1942, he married Mildred Bailey in Western Nebraska and was inducted into military service six months later. He was assigned to the Second Armored Division, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Battalion, Reconnaissance Platoon. He served in six of the seven European Campaigns. He landed at Omaha Beach on June 7, 1944, and participated in several Central European Campaigns. He was wounded twice, once during the Battle of the Bulge and again during the Rhineland Push. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Bronze Star and Purple Heart with one Bronze Oakleaf Cluster. He was horably discharged in October 1945. Mr. Smith was a member of the Arnold Methodist Church for more than 50 years. He farmed on Garfield Table with his son, Craig, and grandson, David, up until the time of his death. Survivors include his wife, Mildred of Arnold; a son, Craig (Pam) of Arnold; a daughter, Trudy (Ross) Van Camp of San Antonio; four grandchildren, Leslie Smith of Omaha, David (Tami) Smith of Kearney, Luke Van Camp of Omaha, and Casey Van Camp of Lincoln; two brothers, Bobbie (Gloria) Smith and Max (Joan) Smith, all of Arnold; and a sister, Bonnie Rose of Las Vegas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mynor and Cecil Smith and a son, Todd Smith. Memorials are suggested to the Arnold Methodist Church and the Arnold School Foundation. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the United Methodist Church in Arnold with the Rev. Doug Smith officiating. Burial will be in the Arnold Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post 130 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6157 of Arnold. Visitation is from 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Arnold Funeral Home. on May 8, 2004.⁷

     Mildred E. Bailey was born on August 9, 1921 at Nebraska.^1,3 As of March 8, 1942,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Don Waldo Smith, son of Mynor Andrew Smith and Cecil M. Nansel, on March 8, 1942 at Western, Saline Co., Nebraska.^1,2

     Bobbie Dee Smith was born on September 21, 1923 at Lincoln Co., Nebraska.^1,10,4,5 He married Gloria Irene Detlefsen on October 9, 1946 at Broken Bow, Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,2,10

     Gloria Irene Detlefsen was buried at Arnold Cemetery, 1 mile south on Highway 40, Arnold, Custer Co., Nebraska.^2,4 Her Social Security Number was 506-26-5734.⁵ She was born on October 21, 1928 at Oconto, Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,5,2,4,3 As of October 9, 1946,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Bobbie Dee Smith, son of Mynor Andrew Smith and Cecil M. Nansel, on October 9, 1946 at Broken Bow, Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,2,4 Gloria Irene Detlefsen died on May 25, 2009 at Arnold, Custer Co., Nebraska, at age 80.^5,2,4 She Gloria Irene Detlefsen Smith passed away from this life and entered the presence of her Lord, Jesus Christ, on May 25, 2009. When she departed this life, Gloria was at her home in Arnold surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving and equal partner to her husband Bobbie, and their 62-year love story was the colorful backdrop of Gloria's long and accomplished life. Gloria was born on Oct. 21, 1928 to Chris and Pauline (Hording) Detlefsen in Oconto. Gloria was a beautiful, happy child, who attended grade school in Gandy and later graduated from high school in Stapleton in May 1946. On Oct. 9, 1946. Gloria married Bobbie Smith in Broken Bow. This union produced two children, Karen, born in 1948, and Robbi, born in 1959. Karen was a lively and attractive person who greatly blessed Gloria's life in many ways before Karen lost her own battle with cancer in 1989. Karen's marriage to Duane McCan resulted in Gloria's first grandchild, Damon McCan, who is now a dentist in Eau Claire, Wisc. Gloria and Bobbie's son, Robbi, always kept her life full of fun and laughter. Robbi now farms with his dad and lives in Arnold with his wife Shelley. Their youngest son, Colbi, was often Gloria's "play buddy" both at home and around town in Arnold. Thanks to Robbi and Shelley, Gloria added three more grandkids: Jessica and Rachelle Preston of Arnold, and Jeff Preston of Broken Bow. After high school Gloria worked as secretary for Henry Dress, an attorney in Stapleton, later she worked as a bookkeeper for several businesses in Arnold, including the sale barn. Gloria served as a Red Cross volunteer for 25 years, and was a member of the United Methodist Church of Arnold for 56 years. Many people will remember Gloria most for her active lifestyle-with emphasis on both LIFE and STYLE. Gloria loved golf, travel, dancing, bowling, and playing cards. She enjoyed entertaining and cooking for the couple's broad circle of friends. Gloria was particularly known for her fun-loving sense of humor and her stylish attire. Her family will always love and honor her as a dedicated, affectionate (and most of all) loving wife, mother and grandmother. Gloria was a mom who showed them how to reach far, to live fully and faithfully, and to never lose their joy and humor. This is the legacy of Gloria Detlefsen Smith. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, Chris and Pauline Detlefsen, daughter Karen Smith McCan; brothers Vern and Ray Detlefsen of North Platte; sisters Ruby (Graceton) Philpot of North Platte, and Edna (Harry) Springmeyer of California; brothers-in-law, Don Biggs of North Platte and Don Smith of Arnold.
She is survived by her adoring husband Bobbie, son Robbi and his wife Shelley of Arnold, sister Earlyne Biggs of North Platte, son-in-law Duane McCan of Kearney, brother-in-law Max (Joan) Smith of Arnold, and sisters-in-law, Virginia Detlefsen of North Platte, Bonnie (Smith) Rose and Mildred Smith of Arnold; five grandchildren, Damon McCan, DDS of Eau Claire, Wisc., Colbi Dee Smith, Jessica and Rachelle Preston of Arnold, and Jeff Preston (fiance Michelle Eckhardt) of Broken Bow; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Services for Gloria, and a celebration of her life, will be at the United Methodist Church of Arnold on Friday, May 29, at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Dale Coates officiating. A reception will follow at the Arnold Community Center. Internment and graveside services will be at the Arnold Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Arnold Community Center, Arnold Methodist Church, Arnold Cemetery or the donor's choice. on May 29, 2009.²

     Bonnie Lee Smith was born on October 3, 1930 at Lincoln Co., Nebraska.^1,6 As of May 18, 1952,her married name was Rose.¹ She married Ronald Dean Rose on May 18, 1952 at Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,7 Bonnie Lee Smith and Ronald Dean Rose were divorced in July, 1976 at Riverside Co., California.⁸

     Ronald Dean Rose was buried at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, Riverside Co., California.^2,3 He was born on November 2, 1929 at North Platte, Lincoln Co., Nebraska.^1,4,2,3 He married Bonnie Lee Smith, daughter of Mynor Andrew Smith and Cecil M. Nansel, on May 18, 1952 at Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,2 Ronald Dean Rose and Bonnie Lee Smith were divorced in July, 1976 at Riverside Co., California.⁵ Ronald Dean Rose died on January 23, 2022 at Las Vegas, Clark Co., Nevada, at age 92.^2,3 He After a short hospital stay, Ronald Dean Rose, 92, of Riverside, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2022 at Centennial Hospital in Las Vegas; his son was at his side. Ronald was born November, 1929 in North Platte, Nebraska. After being stationed at March AFB in the 1950s, Ron stayed in Riverside and raised a family with his wife of 34 years, Bonnie (Smith) Rose. Ron was a REALTOR and a passionate activist for conservative and property rights causes, especially preserving Proposition 13. He served as 1977 President of the Riverside Board of Realtors and 1976 President of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. Some of Ron's notable community projects included the effort to save the U.C.R. Football (1975), formation of the Arlington Business Partnership (2001), and initiation of the Memorial Day Chili Cook-Off and Car/Cycle Show in downtown Arlington (2002). Ron was an avid pilot and founding member of the Riverside Pilots Association (1968). He truly loved Riverside and the Arlington area. Beginning in the 1980s, Ron Rose was the Chief Financial Officer of Woodhaven Developers which developed thousands of affordable homes in California, Nevada, and Arizona. Rose was part of a brain trust that developed procedures to streamline the construction process; these strategies were featured in the construction of the "4-Hour House" in Moreno Valley (1982). This was a local and national media event and contributed to home production methodology for more affordable housing. Ronald was predeceased by his beloved son Dirk Rose (1991), brother Larry Rose, sister Marilyn Herman, and parents DeVona and Burgess Rose. He is survived by longtime companion Nancy Roberts, Derek, Sofia, and Gabriela Rose as well as Bonnie Rose and Brody Harness, all of Las Vegas; Riley Rose, a midshipman at Annapolis; Tom and Robin Rose Harness of Riverside; Michael and Zoe Rose Szabo of North Carolina, and brothers Bill and Jim Rose. Services and interment at Riverside National Cemetery will be announced once the family has determined a date. on January 28, 2022.²

     Lynn Duane Smith was born on May 23, 1925 at Arnold, Custer Co., Nebraska.^1,6,4 He married Donna Jean Klick on September 1, 1946.^1,4 Lynn Duane Smith died on June 23, 2012 at Gillette, Campbell Co., Wyoming, at age 87.^6,4 He WESTON, Wyo. — Lynn Duane Smith, 87, of Weston, passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2012, of cancer at the Close to Home Hospice Hospitality House in Gillette, Wyo. Lynn was born May 23, 1925, in Arnold, Neb. He was one of two children born to William W. and Bertha E. (Robison) Smith. The family lived in Campbell County, Wyoming all of Lynn's 87 years. He lived as a youngster on a homestead near Recluse and moved to his ranch north of Weston in 1946 after World War II. Lynn served in the Navy beginning March 1943, as a torpedo man aboard the naval ship Portunas. His tour of duty took him to Farragut, Idaho; New Guinea; the Philippine's; Mendima Gulf; and Coolingatta, Australia, where he developed his love for iced tea. On Sept. 1, 1946, his marriage to Donna Jean Keck allowed them to live on the same ranch, in the same house, celebrating 65 years on Sept. 1, 2011. He raised Angus cattle, was active in the Shrine Buckskin Horse Patrol, loved ranching and children. Lynn was a thirty-second degree mason belonging to: Gillette Lodge, York and Scottish Rite Bodies, Kalif Shrine Temple and Royal Order of the Jesters. Lynn was active in his community serving as a DeMolay advisor, School Board for District 12, PMA now the National Resource Conservation Service, and the first Campbell County Weed and Pest Board. He also served as President of the Wyoming Weed and Pest Council. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lee R. Smith, El Paso, Texas; and both parents. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Keck) Smith of 65 years, and daughter Lynette Smith of Laurel; grandsons Russell Perkins, Houston, Texas, and Reid (Lisa) Perkins of Missoula; and son Rod (Katie) Smith; grandchildren Merritt (fiancée Sarah Mulholland) and Cinnamon Smith of Gillette. Additional survivors are his brother Lee R. Smith's children in Texas, and Mike (Lynn) Smith from Gillette. At his request there will be no services; burial will take place at a later date. Cremation has taken place. Memorial or condolences may be made in Lynn Smith's name to the Shriner's Hospital for Children in care of the Kalif Shrine Temple, P.O. Box K, Sheridan, WY 82801, or Walker Funeral Home, 410 Medical Arts Court, Gillette, WY 82716. on June 26, 2012.⁴