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     Mary Ann Easter was buried at Benjamin Wade Cooper Family Cemetery, Rt. 806, 0.4 miles from Rt. 640, Six Mile Post Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,5,2,1 Her Social Security Number was 227-44-9794.⁶ She was born on August 18, 1914 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,5,6,1,3 As of October 17, 1936,her married name was Holt.³ She married Samuel King "Sam" Holt, son of James Spratley Holt and Laura Etta Catherine Booth, on October 17, 1936 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,2,1,3 Mary Ann Easter died on August 30, 1982 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 68.^4,5,2,1 She Mary Easter Holt, age 68, of Rt. 2, Callaway, passed away Monday. She is survived by her husband, Samuel K. Holt; a great-niece, Jackie Easter; two special friends, Bobby Darrell Haskins and Tony Derrick Haskins. Interment will follow in the Cooper Cemetery. on September 1, 1985.²

     Samuel King Holt Jr. was buried at Benjamin Wade Cooper Family Cemetery, Rt. 806, 0.4 miles from Rt. 640, Six Mile Post Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3,7,6 He was born on December 7, 1937 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3,7,4 He died on July 10, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 21.^1,3,7,6 He Samuel K. Holt Jr., 21, died yesterday in a Roanoke hospital. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel K. Holt of Callaway. Burial in Cooper Cemetery, near Callaway. on July 11, 1959.⁶

     Elsie Lou Viars was buried at Benjamin Wade Cooper Family Cemetery, Rt. 806, 0.4 miles from Rt. 640, Six Mile Post Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5 Her Social Security Number was 224-24-4531.⁶ She was born on January 24, 1922 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^6,5,2,3,4 As of January 19, 1954,her married name was Holt.² She married James Frank Holt, son of James Spratley Holt and Laura Etta Catherine Booth, on January 19, 1954 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,2 Elsie Lou Viars died on June 9, 1997 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 75.^6,1,5,7 She HOLT, Elsie Lou Viars, 75, of Callaway, died Monday, June 9, 1997, at her residence. Surviving are her husband, Frank Holt; five children, Jeannie Wideman, California, Charlotte Lewis, Washington, Kathy McCulley, Callaway, Rick Holt, Rocky Mount, Jim Holt, Callaway; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Edna Viars and Dorothy Long, both of Pearisburg, Grace Martin, Princeton, W.Va; one brother, Hobert Viars, Richmond. Interment will follow in the Cooper Family Cemetery. on June 10, 1997.¹

     Betty Jean Walker Betty Walker Holt, age 67 of Rocky Mount passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020. She was born on September 23, 1952 a daughter of the late Macon and Mabel Walker. She was also preceded in death by brother, Billy Walker; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Frank and Lou Holt. She is survived by her husband, Richard A. “Rick” Holt; sons, Eric Holt and Brandon Holt; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Shannon and Cameron Holt, Ferrum, Angel and Travis Holt, Boones Mill, Justice and Frank Holt, Callaway; sister, Rebecca Webb (Don), Danville; sister-in-law, Kathy Holt McCulley (Arnold); brother-in-law, Jim Holt. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.¹ She was born on September 23, 1952 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of August 5, 1972,her married name was Holt.² She married Richard Allen "Rick" Holt, son of James Frank Holt and Elsie Lou Viars, on August 5, 1972 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2 Betty Jean Walker died on August 21, 2020 at Virginia at age 67.¹

     Napoleon Smith was buried at Benjamin Wade Cooper Family Cemetery, Rt. 806, 0.4 miles from Rt. 640, Six Mile Post Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,4,6 He was born on June 4, 1908 at Vandola, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,6 He married Lena Mae Holt, daughter of James Spratley Holt and Laura Etta Catherine Booth, on September 1, 1945 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5 Napoleon Smith died on July 24, 1963 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 55.^2,4,6

     Roy Armistead Dobyns was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 He and Essie Annie Belle Holt were divorced.³ Roy Armistead Dobyns was born on March 6, 1906 at Birmingham, Jefferson Co., Alabama; His gravestone has a birth year of 1907.^2,3,4,6 He married Essie Annie Belle Holt, daughter of James Spratley Holt and Laura Etta Catherine Booth, on November 5, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 Roy Armistead Dobyns died on September 27, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 52.^3,4 He Roy Armistead Dobyns, 52, of 2306 Memorial Ave., SW, died at his home Friday night. Surviving are one son, Roy A. Dobyns Jr., Pineville, La; and a brother, Ray W. Dobyns, Roanoke. on September 28, 1958.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 576-64-0207.⁴ Thomas Bernard Breeze was born on August 16, 1957 at Montgomery, Montgomery Co., Alabama.^3,4 He married Deborah Lane Parker, daughter of Charles Dodd "Doc" Parker and Gladys Viola Poff, on December 29, 1979 at Orange Co., Florida.¹ Thomas Bernard Breeze and Deborah Lane Parker were divorced on January 19, 1993 at Orange Co., Florida.² Thomas Bernard Breeze died on September 15, 1993 at Orange Co., Florida, at age 36.^3,4,6,5 He Thomas Bernard Breeze, 36, Chicago Ave., Ocoee, died Wednesday, Sept. 15. Mr. Breeze was a warehouseman for Pieco. Born in Montgomery, Ala., he moved to Central Florida in 1970. He was a former member of West Orange Kiwanis. He was an Army veteran. Survivors: father and stepmother, William A. and Patricia A. Breeze; sisters, Rosalind Moore, Clearwater, Monica L., Ocoee. on September 18, 1993.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 224-24-3770.¹⁵ Charles Everett King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,6,11 He was born on October 12, 1913 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia; His draft card has a birth date of Oct 21, 1913.^{5,16,6,7,9,15} He married Clara Bell Boitnott on March 15, 1937 at Edgewood, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,16,12 Charles Everett King died on July 18, 1986 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 72.^5,6,8,11 He Mr. Charles Everett King, age 72, of 909 Hill Ave., Salem, died July 18, 1986. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Priscilla and Curtis Williams, Salem; son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Liz King, Salem; five grandsons, Jeffery L. Williams, Cheyenne, Wy., Daryl E. Williams, Tony R. Williams, Dwayne A. Williams, and Dallas R. King, all of Salem; one sister, Mary Blevins, Salem; four brothers, Robert S. King, Floyd, James C. King, Salem, Morgan M. King, Salem, and Willard W. King, Union City, Tenn. Burial in Sherwood Memorial Park. on July 19, 1986.¹¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-05-7045.¹¹ Robert Samuel King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,12,3 He was born on May 31, 1915 at Locust Grove, Floyd Co., Virginia.^{11,13,12,2,3,4} He married Margaret Louise Catron on October 5, 1940 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,13 Robert Samuel King died on December 28, 1994 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 79.^11,1,12,3,14 He KING, Robert Samuel, 79, of Floyd, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 1994, in the VA Medical Center in Salem. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Louise King of Floyd; one daughter, Patricia Terrell of Cascade; one son, Robert S. King Jr. of Salem; one sister, Mary Blevins of Salem; three brothers, James King of Salem, Morgan King of Salem, Willard King of Union City, Tenn; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. on December 30, 1994.¹

     His Social Security Number was 225-01-7305.¹³ Merrmon King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4 He was born on April 27, 1917 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Apr 7, 1917.^{13,2,14,4,5,6,7} He married Ada Elizabeth Wilson on June 27, 1940 at Fincastle, Botetourt Co., Virginia.^15,1,2,14 Merrmon King died on September 8, 1972 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 55.^13,1,2,4,5,6 He Merrmon King, 55, died Friday, September 8, 1972, at his home. Surviving are his wife, Ada Wilson King; five brothers, C. Everett King, James C. King, Morgan M. King, Salem; Robert S. King, Floyd, Willard W. King, Union City, Tenn; a sister, Mrs. Mary King Blevins, Salem. on September 14, 1972.¹

     Her married name was Huff.⁸ Mary Elizabeth King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,9 She and Lewis Irvin Huff were divorced.⁶ Mary Elizabeth King was born on January 8, 1919 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^6,10 She married Lewis Irvin Huff on January 29, 1938 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^8,6 As of April 29, 1950,her married name was Blevins.⁶ Mary Elizabeth King married Henry Clay Blevins on April 29, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,6 Mary Elizabeth King died on May 1, 2012 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 93.^5,10,11 She Mary Elizabeth Blevins, 93, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012. She was born in War, W.Va., a daughter of the late Paul R. King and Carrie Poff King. Mary was a very caring and giving person and was loved by and loved all her family and friends. She was employed at Valleydale Packers for over 36 years before retiring. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Henry Clay Blevins; and her daughter, Ruth Herring. She is survived by her son-in-law, Bob Herring, of North Carolina; three sisters-in-law, Margaret King, Norma King, and Irene King; as well as several nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. A graveside service will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park. on May 3, 2012.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 226-01-9436.¹³ Willard William King was buried at East View Cemetery, Union City, Obion Co., Tennessee.^7,8 He was born on December 12, 1920 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Dec 16, 1920.^{13,6,8,10,14,7} He married Nelda Frances Rakes, daughter of Alfred Preston Rakes and Annie Maggie Gearheart, on October 19, 1946 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,6,8,15 Willard William King died on January 24, 2004 at Tennessee at age 83.^13,5,7,8,14 He Willard William King, 83, formerly of Salem, Va., died Saturday, January 24, 2004. on January 27, 2004.⁵

     James Clinton King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 231-14-7864.¹¹ He was born on February 6, 1923 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^{11,7,3,10,12,13,14} He married Norma Lucille Bryant on February 27, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,4 James Clinton King died on March 3, 2006 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 83.^2,11,3,5,13 He James Clinton King, 83, of Salem, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 3, 2006 after many years of fighting many illnesses it was time to go home. His loving care and support of his wife and daughter, grandchildren and great-grandson was above measure. He was born February 6, 1923 to the late Paul and Carrie King. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Merrimon and Ada King, Everret and Clara King, Robert King, Morgan King, Willard and Nelda King. He is survived by his sister, Mary Blevins and sisters-in-law Margaret King, Irene King and Mildred Bryant. Also left to cherish his memories is his loving wife of 63 years, Norma King. Also remembering many good times with her dad is Dawn Matney and son-in-law Russell E. Matney. James had five grandchildren, Jerry Cline and wife Heather, Michael Scott Cline and wife Ashley, Vicki Golden, Kathryn Matney and Christopher Matney; and one great-grandson, James Patrick Golden, Jr. He has been a grandfather image to many foster children. He had many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Special thanks to Bobby King and Mark King who helped the family greatly, and thanks to a special friend Sally Zumbro. He had a special K-9 family, Sam, Chief and Jack; and also a special feline family, Bigfoot, Tiger, Midnight, Patches and Sugar. He was a faithful member of and served as Deacon at First Christian Church of Salem, Va. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He retired from Valleydale Packers of Salem, Va. and City of Salem Schools. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. Most importantly he lived a life of good deeds and hope. His beloved family holds fond memories of his devotion and optimism. He loved the outdoors, gardening, children and animals. He really loved his grandson's service dog, Chief. Many thanks to the staff of 5 West and 5 East at Lewis Gale Medical Center of Salem. The many doctors who were always there to help and support him and the family through his many medical struggles. Special thanks to a great set of doctors, Dr. Witten, Dr. Bushkar, Dr. Robert Williams, Dr. Harris, Dr. Hormel, Dr. Nelson and Dr. Singh. We thank you for your patience, support and Tender Loving Care. Also thanks to Carilion Home Health Care. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. on March 5, 2006.²

     Morgan Mahone King was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,9 His Social Security Number was 228-12-3002.¹⁰ He was born on March 15, 1925 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^{10,9,11,7,12,8} He married Irene Edith Sevant on October 25, 1944 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,13,7 Morgan Mahone King died on February 14, 2003 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 77.^10,3,9,11,4 He KING, Morgan Mahone, 77, of Salem, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away Friday, February 14, 2003. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Paul and Carrie King ; and brothers, Merrman, Everett, and Robert King . Surviving are his wife, Irene King ; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Brenda King of Salem; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Ronald Hubbard of Roanoke; four adored grandchildren, Morgan and Brittany King , Rachel and Karin Hubbard; brothers and sisters-in-law, Willard and Nelda King of Tennessee, and James and Norma King of Salem; sister, Mary Blevins of Salem; sister-in-law, Ruby Sollie and Juanita Musser; brother-in-law, Leonard Sevant; several nieces and nephews; and many special friends. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army and retired from Burlington Industries. A special thanks to Dr. John Lystash, Dr. Paul Frantz, Cathy Jennings, and the staff of Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Burial at Sherwood Memorial Park. on February 16, 2003.³

     Sherry Lee Robertson Sherry Lee Robertson Lockhart, March 31, 1956 - January 31, 2018. Sherry Lee Robertson Lockhart of Roanoke, Va. passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at the age of 61. She is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as well as her late father, Robert Raymond (Wacky) Robertson and other beloved family members who preceded her. Sherry brought joy to everyone around her with her contagious laugh and personality. She was born in Roanoke where she lived her entire life. She loved oldies music (especially the Beatles), her numerous cats over the years, NASCAR, (especially the Earnhardts and Dale, Sr.) Sherry had written "If anyone asks how I want to be remembered please say I was a person who always tried to be positive and to find the best in people, I loved my family and friends, had a passion for music, NASCAR, history, old movies, and reading." Sherry was a 1973 graduate of William Fleming High School. In her earlier life she sold Tupperware. She was employed for 15 years by Howell's Motor Freight in Cloverdale where she had many longtime friends. Sherry is survived by her Mother, Ruby Shaw Robertson. Sherry and Ruby shared a home together for over seven years after her father's passing. Sherry is also survived by her uncle, Robert W. White of Blountville, Tenn. and his lady, Shirley Grant; aunt, Rosie Robertson, of Roanoke; cousins, Bill Hundley of Greensboro, N.C., Tim White and wife Penny of Blountville, Tenn; (Sherry considered Bill and Tim more like "brothers" than cousins). Other beloved cousins are Tom Philpott and wife Carolyn of Vinton, Va; Pam Manuel and husband Bud of Blountville, Tenn; and Michael Robertson of Roanoke; numerous other cousins, extended family members, friends too numerous to mention and her handsome black cat, Spaso. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park.⁶ She was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁶ She was born on March 31, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,6 As of July 19, 1975,her married name was Huddleston.³ She married Joseph Frank Huddleston III on July 19, 1975 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Sherry Lee Robertson and Joseph Frank Huddleston III were divorced on June 17, 1985 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ As of May 26, 1990,her married name was Lockhart.³ Sherry Lee Robertson married Douglas Allan "Doug" Lockhart on May 26, 1990 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Sherry Lee Robertson died on January 31, 2018 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 61.⁶