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     Infant Male Britts was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ He died on April 4, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on April 4, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹

     Dorothy Frances Craft was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She died on December 30, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on December 30, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹

     Infant Male Paitsel was buried at Waugh Cemetery, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ He died on September 25, 1922 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹ He was born on September 25, 1922 at Craig Co., Virginia.¹

     Alvis Sharon Kelley was buried at Kelley Family Cemetery, 389 Kelly Drive, SE, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.³ He was born on April 4, 1927 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,6,7,3,4,5 He married Lera Sue Wimmer, daughter of Dennis Omer Wimmer and Rachel Anne Beckner, on June 11, 1949 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ Alvis Sharon Kelley and Lera Sue Wimmer were divorced on March 5, 1971 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Alvis Sharon Kelley died on April 9, 2017 at Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 90.³ He Alvis Sharon (Rodie) Kelley, 90, of Floyd Co. Passed away Sunday, April 9, 2017. He was born in Floyd County on April 4, 1927, the son of the late Frazier and Minnie Kelley. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Dalton B. Kelley and Ausborne P. Kelley. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II on Guam in the Southern Pacific: The Greatest Generation. He was an active member of the Floyd United Methodist Church. Alvis was a Retired Captain of the Roanoke City Fire Department, with over 32 years of service. He was a member of the Firemen's Local 1132 Union for 32 years. He treasured the friendship of his Brother Firefighters. Alvis and his love of music was heard by many when he played his guitar, banjo, and mandolin for family and friends. After retirement, he became a gentleman farmer. Spending many hours enjoying his farm, raising cattle, and a garden, when he was not fishing and hunting on his farm named: "Pine Hill Farm". He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 46 years, Mary Lou Burgess Kelley; son, Michael E. Kelley and wife, Johnnie of Roanoke; grandson, Travis Kelley and wife, Laura; great grandchildren, Hayden and Jack Kelley of Stokesdale, N.C; granddaughter: Amanda Lace Robinson and husband, Stan; great grandsons, Alexander, William and Brendon of Rocky Mount, Va., Grandson Randy Burdette and wife, Debbie; great grandchildren, Eric and Ashley Burdette of Christiansburg, Va; brother-in-law, Charles E. Burgess and wife, Virginia of Lynchburg, Va; best friend, James L. Wimmer; and a host of nieces and nephews and friends. Alvis will be laid to rest in the family cemetery above rolling pasture fields on his farm. Interment will be at a later date in the Kelley Family Cemetery. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Dr. Terrence May, Dr. Dan Bauer, and our neighbors Isaac Holden, the Link family, Tina Dieno, and Jim Parker, also for the loving care of Home Health (Katie, Heather, Robyn, and Michelle). on April 12, 2017.³

     Woodrow Clyde Palmer was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 He was born on July 30, 1921 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ He died on December 22, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 11.^2,3

     His Social Security Number was 223-28-5326.² Glovern Hayden Palmer was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on March 29, 1924 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 He married Elsie Louise Francisco on March 1, 1946 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6,5 Glovern Hayden Palmer died on November 12, 1999 at age 75.^2,3 He PALMER, Glovern Hayden, 75, of Salem, went to be with our Lord God, Friday, November 12, 1999. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was retired from the Veterans Hospital in Salem, where he was a mason. He was known for his stonework and flowers. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elsie Palmer; sons and daughters-in-law, Lonnie and Sarah Palmer, Rellis and Dreama Palmer, Woodrow and Debra Palmer, Shannon and Brenda Palmer, Wyatt and Wendy Palmer; daughters and sons-in-law, Jeanette and Gene Niday, Jeanine and Ronald Horne, Chekita and Edward Young; brother, Charlie Palmer; 29 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; many uncles, aunts and cousins; beloved pet and companion, Missy. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Valley Funeral Service. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 15, 1999 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Valley Funeral service, with Rev. Ira Tolliver officiating. Mr. Palmer will be laid to rest in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by Valley Funeral Service. 1609 Peters Creek Rd. Roanoke, Va 562-1182. on November 14, 1999.³

     His Social Security Number was 226-28-0854.⁶ Charlie William Palmer Jr. was buried at Culpeper National Cemetery, 305 U.S. Avenue, Culpeper, Culpeper Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on January 12, 1926 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6,4 He died on January 15, 2001 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 75.^6,4,5 He PALMER, Charlie William Jr., 75, of Moneta, passed away Monday, January 15, 2001, at the VA Medical Center in Salem. He was a WW II Veteran in the US Army. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Charlie W. III and Michelle Palmer of Lynchburg; three grandchildren, Marcus Allen Palmer, Matthew David Palmer, Christine Marissa Palmer; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday at the Lotz Salem Chapel. Interment and funeral service are pending. on January 16, 2001.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 229-32-0538.³ Elsie Louise Francisco was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.¹ She was born on May 28, 1929 at Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.^3,2 As of March 1, 1946,her married name was Palmer.² She married Glovern Hayden Palmer, son of Charles William "Charlie" Palmer and Virgie M. Pollard, on March 1, 1946 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,1,2 Elsie Louise Francisco died on August 9, 2008 at Portsmouth, Virginia, at age 79.^1,3 She Elsie Palmer, 79, of Salem, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2008, while visiting her daughter and family in Portsmouth, Va. After a long illness we know she is having a heavenly reunion with her husband of 54 years, Glovern Palmer; parents, Walter and Grace Francisco; brothers, Walter and Frank Francisco; sisters, Juanita Rowe and Virginia Ruth Goad; grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; and her beloved pet, Missy. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Eugene and Florence Francisco, of New Castle; sons, Lonnie and Sarah Palmer, Rellis and Drema Palmer, Woodrow and Debra Palmer, Shannon and Brenda Palmer, and Wyatt and Wendy Palmer; daughters, Jeanette and Gene Niday, Jeanine and Ronald Horne, Chekita Young and Dwight; and numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Elsie retired from Maid Bess with 30 years of service. She considered her co-workers as extended family especially Wanda and Larry. She loved her family and friends and although her health kept her from driving she looked forward to their visits and staying at their homes. She couldn't pass a Goodwill without stopping and mention going to Tennessee and she would beat you to the car. She loved when Christopher came to see his "Nana on the hill" and had her come stay with him so she could go to his ball games and other functions. Konnor brought a twinkle to her eyes when he sat and read to her, made sure her socks and shoes were on and then say "ok great grandma." We would like to thank all Elsie's physicians and staff. A big thank you to the Adult Care Center of Roanoke Valley for their loving care this past year. She looked forward to going each work day enjoying the activities, crafts, outings and new friends. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at Mountain Pass Baptist Church on Route 311 with the Reverend Newcomb officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery on Cove Road. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Adult Care Center of the Roanoke Valley, 2702 Williamson Road, N.E., Roanoke, Va. 24012 or a charity of your choice. on August 24, 2008.¹

     Lonnie G. Palmer married Sarah Unknown.^1,2,3,4 Lonnie G. Palmer died on June 9, 2014 at Virginia.⁴ He Lonnie G. Palmer, age 65, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2014. He is predeceased by his parents, Glovern and Elsie Palmer; brother, Woodrow Palmer; nephews, Rellis Phipps and Aaron Palmer. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sarah; children Ricky and Lorie Palmer; brothers, Rellis (Drema), Shannon, and Wyatt Palmer; sisters, Jeanette (Gene) Niday, Jeanine (Ronald) Horne and Chekita Young; four grandchildren; special dog, "Taz"; and numerous other relatives. After retiring from the Seabee Reserves, having served our country in Viet Nam and Desert Storm, Lonnie was employed by the VA Medical Center, Salem. There will be a "Gathering of Family and Friends" held on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Valley Chapel. Mr. Palmer is entrusted to Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service. on June 15, 2014.⁴