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     Katherine "Kate" Harman was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on February 14, 1894 at Floyd Co., Virginia.² As of circa 1914,her married name was Jett.³ She married Samuel Shields "Sam" Jett, son of John L. Jett and Mary Virginia "Jennie" Dobyns, circa 1914.^3,2,1,4 Katherine "Kate" Harman died on January 29, 1930 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 35.²

     His Social Security Number was 229-01-7444.⁵ John Letcher Jett was born on May 18, 1915 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^5,3 He married Elizabeth Eugenie Richmond on February 6, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ John Letcher Jett died on April 4, 2000 at Florida at age 84.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 224-24-1723.⁹ Robert Paul "Bob" Jett was buried at Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond, Virginia.⁷ He was born on October 9, 1921 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^9,4,7 He married Miriam Helen Estes on September 22, 1947 at Richmond, Virginia.⁶ Robert Paul "Bob" Jett and Miriam Helen Estes were divorced on June 19, 1950 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ Robert Paul "Bob" Jett married Elizabeth Theresa "Tete" Brauer on June 9, 1951 at Richmond, Virginia.^2,8 Robert Paul "Bob" Jett died on July 11, 1997 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia, at age 75.^9,5,7 He Jett, Robert Paul, 75, of Richmond, widower of Elisabeth Brauer Jett. on July 12, 1997.²

     Her married name was Taylor.⁴ Sara Harman Jett married James R. Taylor Jr.⁴ Sara Harman Jett was born on April 14, 1928 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 She died on September 29, 2011 at Florida at age 83.⁴ She Sara Jett Taylor passed away Sept. 29, 2011, surrounded by her family. She was born to Samuel Shields Jett and Kate Harmon Jett in Salem, Va., on April 14, 1928. She joins her husband of 53 years, James R. Taylor, Jr; son, James R. III; her parents; brothers, John, Bob and Bud. She is survived by her sister, Shielda Jett (Jack) Ballantyne; sister-in-law, Betty Ann (Jim) Keavney; brother-in-law, Mickey L. (Kathy) Taylor; daughters, Mona K. (Mac) Caruthers and Tara L. Taylor; daughter-in-law, Edie Taylor; granddaughters, Sara, Jane and Erin; great-grandsons, Christopher and Jayden; and many nieces and nephews. Sara was a small town girl who fell in love with a sailor returning from World War II. Jim joined the U.S. Army and Sara being the incredible wife, mother, grandmother and friend that she was followed him around the world; making a home wherever he was sent; raising their children and taking care of him. She was always the rock and glue we all needed for security and unconditional love. She will be sorely missed by all of us. Her family will have a private service and ask that in lieu of flowers that a donation be made in Sara's memory to the Alzheimer Foundation. Arrangements have been entrusted to Twin Cities Cremation and Funeral Services, 1405 E. John Sims Parkway, Niceville, FL 32578. on October 11, 2011.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 578-03-1724.³ Charles M. Jett married Estelle L. Unknown.⁴ Charles M. Jett was born on July 14, 1901 at Virginia.^2,3 He married Iva E. Martin on April 26, 1922 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.⁵ Charles M. Jett and Iva E. Martin were divorced on March 8, 1935 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Charles M. Jett died in June, 1964 at age 62.³

     Her Social Security Number was 223-36-0257.⁴ Virginia Essie Jett was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 Her married name was Vest.² She married Bernice Wood "B.W." Vest, son of Allen David Vest and Laura Gertrude Wood.² Virginia Essie Jett was born on February 16, 1923 at Virginia.^1,4 She died on March 14, 1990 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 67.^4,2,6 She Mrs. Virginia Jett Vest, age 67, of Salem, died March 14, 1990. She was a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church, Vinyard Garden Social Service Club, and the Woodbridge Neighborhood Association. She is survived by her husband, B.W. Vest; daughter and son-in-law, Peggy V. and Bob Mentel, Chalmette, La; son and daughter-in-law, Joey and Judy Vest, Danville; sister and brother-in-law, Mattie and John Peterson, Eastport, Maine; brother and sister-in-law, Maurice (Sandy) and Sandra Lucas; foster brother, Charlie Wood, Floyd. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Friday at Northminster Presbyterian Church with the Rev. David A. Kirk officiating. Interment will be in Fair View Cemetery. Friends may call from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday at the John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home, Salem. on March 15, 1990.²

     Frederick J. "Fred" Thompson was born circa 1877 at Virginia.² He married Clyde Annie Stephens, daughter of Claude Purcell Stephens and Anne Elizabeth "Annie" Jett, circa 1908.^1,2 Frederick J. "Fred" Thompson died before January 5, 1920; His wife was enumerated as a widow in the 1920 Census.³

     Her Social Security Number was 266-28-7038.³ Her married name was Donehoo.³ Mary Elizabeth Thompson married Unknown Donehoo.³ Mary Elizabeth Thompson was born on May 6, 1909 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 As of circa 1929,her married name was Akins.⁵ She married Earl Akins circa 1929.^3,5 Mary Elizabeth Thompson and Earl Akins were divorced before April 13, 1940.⁶ Mary Elizabeth Thompson died on September 7, 1996 at Miami, Dade Co., Florida, at age 87.^3,4

     Mary Dickerson was born on September 10, 1879 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ As of circa 1908,her married name was Stephens.² She married Harry Lenwood/Lynwood Stephens, son of Claude Purcell Stephens and Anne Elizabeth "Annie" Jett, circa 1908.²

     Her Social Security Number was 225-10-6748.⁷ Ann Elizabeth "Annie" Ridinger was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ She was born on November 12, 1892 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5 As of February 21, 1942,her married name was Davis.⁶ She married Harry Edward Davis on February 21, 1942 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.⁶ Ann Elizabeth "Annie" Ridinger died on May 22, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.⁵

     Sadie Thelma Ridinger was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^7,3 Her Social Security Number was 223-92-5132.⁸ She was born on November 9, 1897 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,8,2,3 As of February 25, 1920,her married name was Layman.² She married Everetts Clarence Layman on February 25, 1920 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^2,9,10 Sadie Thelma Ridinger died on September 13, 1979 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 81.^8,3

     His Social Security Number was 226-01-3060.⁶ James Herbert "Jimmy" Ridinger was born on October 3, 1899 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3,6 He married Myrtle Frances Huddleston circa 1927.⁷ James Herbert "Jimmy" Ridinger died in May, 1966 at age 66.⁶

     Her Social Security Number was 226-64-6281.² Myrtle Frances Huddleston was born on September 26, 1907 at Virginia.^1,2 As of circa 1927,her married name was Ridinger.¹ She married James Herbert "Jimmy" Ridinger, son of Henry Jahile Ridinger and Cleopatra Albertine "Pattie" Jett, circa 1927.¹ Myrtle Frances Huddleston died on October 7, 1989 at age 82.²

     Phyllis June Ridinger was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Her Social Security Number was 229-32-2177.⁶ She was born on June 24, 1932 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^6,4,5 As of February 14, 1953,her married name was Thomas.⁵ She married John Warren "Jack" Thomas on February 14, 1953 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,5 Phyllis June Ridinger died on July 6, 1994 at Virginia at age 62.^1,6 She THOMAS, Phyllis Ridinger, 62, of Vinton, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 1994. She was preceded in death by her husband, John (Jack) Warren Thomas in April of 1994. Mrs. Thomas is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John W. and Kathy A. Thomas Jr. of Troutville; a daughter, Suzanne Thomas of Richmond; a sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy Ridinger and Marvin A. Doss of Blue Ridge; sisters-in-law, Helen T. Manning and Sue T. Dooley, both of Roanoke; one granddaughter, Holly Marie Thomas, and an aunt, Louise R. Tolbert of New Castle. Graveside services will be held Saturday, July 9, 1994 at 11 a.m. with Dr. William Ross officiating at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Vinton Baptist Church or Vinton Rescue Squad. The family will receive friends at the Lotz Vinton Chapel.
on July 8, 1994.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-24-2095.³ John Warren "Jack" Thomas was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on June 14, 1927 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,2 He married Phyllis June Ridinger, daughter of James Herbert "Jimmy" Ridinger and Myrtle Frances Huddleston, on February 14, 1953 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,4,2 John Warren "Jack" Thomas died on April 15, 1994 at Virginia at age 66.^4,3 He THOMAS, John W., ("Jack"), 66, of Vinton, passed away Friday, April 15, 1994, in a local hospital. He was a retired engineer for the Norfolk & Western Railroad. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Ridinger Thomas; one son and daughter-in-law, John W. Thomas Jr. and Kathy A. Thomas, Troutville; one daughter, Suzanne Thomas, Richmond; two sisters, Helen Thomas Manning, and Sue Thomas Dooley, both of Roanoke; one granddaughter, Holly Marie Thomas. Graveside services will be held 12 noon Monday, April 18, 1994, from Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Dr. Bill Ross and the Rev. Kevin Meadows will officiate. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Lotz Vinton Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vinton Baptist Church, the Salvation Army or the Rescue Mission.
on April 16, 1994.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 223-30-4461.⁴ Marvin Alvin Doss was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² He was born on August 12, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,3 He married Dorothy Ann Ridinger, daughter of James Herbert "Jimmy" Ridinger and Myrtle Frances Huddleston, on September 30, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Marvin Alvin Doss died on April 15, 1998 at Virginia at age 71.^2,4 He DOSS, Marvin Alvin, 71, of Blue Ridge, died Wednesday, April 15, 1998. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Ridinger Doss; one daughter and son-in-law, Patricia D. and Larry L. Adkins, Troutville; one granddaughter, Heather L. Adkins; nephew and wife, John and Kathy Thomas; and children, Holly and Christopher; niece and husband, Suzanne and Craig Dowell. Graveside services will be conducted 10 a.m. Friday, April 17, 1998, from the Mountain View Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. William L. Ross will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts may be made to the Blue Ridge Rescue Squad. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Lotz Vinton Chapel.

on April 16, 1998.²