Rudell Thurman Paxton1,2

M, b. October 16, 1894, d. April 24, 1918
FatherCyrus Arlington Paxton3,4,2 b. February 15, 1859, d. August 12, 1925
MotherMollie James Goings3,4,2 b. October 11, 1875, d. February 25, 1948
     Rudell Thurman Paxton was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.2 He was born on October 16, 1894 at Lynchburg, Virginia.3,1 He died on April 24, 1918 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 23; Died in a railroad accident.2

Census Records

1900Dwelling 39, District 85, Massies Mill, Nelson Co., Virginia3
1910Dwelling 343, District 149, Ward 2, Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia4

Citations

  1. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.

Maggie Lucille Paxton1,2,3,4,5

F, b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
FatherCyrus Arlington Paxton1,2,4,6,5 b. February 15, 1859, d. August 12, 1925
MotherMollie James Goings1,2,4,6,5 b. October 11, 1875, d. February 25, 1948
     Maggie Lucille Paxton was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.4,7,8 She was born on April 14, 1897 at Lynchburg, Virginia.1,4,6,5 As of circa 1915,her married name was Fisher.9,10 She married Frank Odell Fisher circa 1915.10,3,8,11 Maggie Lucille Paxton died on April 23, 1983 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 86.4,8 She Mrs. Maggie Paxton Fisher, 86 , of Roanoke, Virginia, died Saturday, April 23. She was the widow of Frank O. Fisher, Sr. Surviving are four sons Frank O. Fisher Jr., Grantsville; Hurbert A. Fisher, Moneta, VA; Thurman Fisher, Vinton, VA; Merle K. Fisher, Roanoke, VA; and four daughters: Mrs. Ralph (Carrie) Coon, Roanoke; Mrs. Robert (Frances) Knapp and Mrs. Lucille Palmer, both of Ogden, Utah; and Mrs. Paul (Virginia) Muse, of Salem; 18 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren. Interment was in Sherwood Memorial Park. on May 24, 1983.8

Census Records

1900Dwelling 39, District 85, Massies Mill, Nelson Co., Virginia1
1910Dwelling 343, District 149, Ward 2, Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia2
1920Dwelling 471, District 21, Jefferson Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia12
1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia10
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia13
1950Dwelling 123, District 81-20, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia14

Family

Frank Odell Fisher b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
Marriage*Maggie Lucille Paxton married Frank Odell Fisher circa 1915.10,3,8,11 
Children

Citations

  1. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  6. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  7. [S2251] Sherwood Burial Park, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=40016666&CRid=728583&df=all&
  8. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  9. [S1242] Edmund West, Family Data Collection - Individual Records.
  10. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  12. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  14. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  15. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  16. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  17. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Alice Frances Weaver obituary in the Apr 1, 2001 edition.
  18. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Phyllis Lucille Fisher Palmer obituary in the Oct 24, 2021 edition.

Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton1,2,3,4,5

M, b. October 11, 1907, d. November 10, 1967
FatherCyrus Arlington Paxton1,2,4 b. February 15, 1859, d. August 12, 1925
MotherMollie James Goings1,2,4 b. October 11, 1875, d. February 25, 1948
     Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.4,6,7 He married Mattie Orrie Overstreet.4,8 Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton was born on October 11, 1907 at Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia.4,5,6,7 He married Nellie Gatha Mountcastle circa 1927.3,4 Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton died on November 10, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 60.4,6,7

Census Records

1910Dwelling 343, District 149, Ward 2, Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 471, District 21, Jefferson Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia2
1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia3
1940Dwelling 133, District 81-7, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia9
1950Dwelling 42, District 81-14, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia10

Occupation

1930Steam railroad tracer3
1940Steam railroad shop inspector9

Family 1

Mattie Orrie Overstreet b. April 11, 1903, d. April 14, 1993
Marriage*Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton married Mattie Orrie Overstreet.4,8 

Family 2

Nellie Gatha Mountcastle b. April 10, 1909, d. February 26, 1956
Marriage*Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton married Nellie Gatha Mountcastle circa 1927.3,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  6. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  7. [S3565] The National Archives and Records Administration, U.S., Headstone Applications for Military Veterans, 1925-1963.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Mattie Overstreet Paxton obituary in the Apr 16, 1993 edition.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S4037] News & Observer, The, From the Doris Paxton Tyler obituary in the Nov 24, 2009 edition.

Frank Odell Fisher1,2,3,4

M, b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
     Frank Odell Fisher was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.3,5 He was born on August 13, 1893 at Wytheville, Wythe Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Aug 19, 1893.1,3,4 He married Maggie Lucille Paxton, daughter of Cyrus Arlington Paxton and Mollie James Goings, circa 1915.6,2,7,8 Frank Odell Fisher died on March 23, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 85.3,8 He Frank O. Fisher, 85, of Roanoke, Va. died March 23, 1979 of a heart failure. His son Frank O. Fisher, Jr., of Grantsville, had gone to visit his father, because of his illness, and was there when his father died. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Maggie Paxton Fisher; sons, Frank O. Fisher Jr., Hubert A., Alfred T., Merle K., all of Roanoke; daughters, Mrs. Ralph W. (Carrie) Coon, Mrs. Robert (Frances) Knapp; Mrs. Lucille Palmers; Mrs. Paul (Virginia) Muse; a sister, 91 year old Mrs. Hattie Armbuster; 18 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren. on April 3, 1979.8

Census Records

1920Dwelling 471, District 21, Jefferson Ward 2, Roanoke, VirginiaFrank and his family were enumerated in the household of his father-in-law Cyrus Paxton9
1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia6
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia10
1950Dwelling 123, District 81-20, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia11

Occupation

1920Railroad shop bolt threader9
1930Steam railroad machinist6
1940Steam railroad shop macine operator10
1950Railroad shop machinist11

Family

Maggie Lucille Paxton b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
Marriage*Frank Odell Fisher married Maggie Lucille Paxton, daughter of Cyrus Arlington Paxton and Mollie James Goings, circa 1915.6,2,7,8 
Children

Citations

  1. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  2. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S1253] Selective Service System United States, U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
  5. [S2251] Sherwood Burial Park, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=40016666&CRid=728583&df=all&
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  8. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  9. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  13. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  14. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  15. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Alice Frances Weaver obituary in the Apr 1, 2001 edition.
  16. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Phyllis Lucille Fisher Palmer obituary in the Oct 24, 2021 edition.

Nellie Gatha Mountcastle1

F, b. April 10, 1909, d. February 26, 1956
     Nellie Gatha Mountcastle was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.1,2 She was born on April 10, 1909 at Roanoke, Virginia.1,2 As of circa 1927,her married name was Paxton.3 She married Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton, son of Cyrus Arlington Paxton and Mollie James Goings, circa 1927.3,1 Nellie Gatha Mountcastle died on February 26, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 46.1,2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia3
1940Dwelling 133, District 81-7, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia4
1950Dwelling 42, District 81-14, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia5

Family

Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton b. October 11, 1907, d. November 10, 1967
Marriage*Nellie Gatha Mountcastle married Charles Alexander "Charley" Paxton, son of Cyrus Arlington Paxton and Mollie James Goings, circa 1927.3,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  2. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S4037] News & Observer, The, From the Doris Paxton Tyler obituary in the Nov 24, 2009 edition.

Doris Marie Paxton1,2,3,4

F, b. April 24, 1929, d. November 22, 2009
FatherCharles Alexander "Charley" Paxton1,2,4 b. October 11, 1907, d. November 10, 1967
MotherNellie Gatha Mountcastle1,2,4 b. April 10, 1909, d. February 26, 1956
     Doris Marie Paxton was buried at Montlawn Memorial Park, 2911 S. Wilmington Street, Raleigh, Wake Co., North Carolina.5 Her Social Security Number was 229-24-8092.6 Her married name was Tyler.4 Her married name was Robertson.4 She married James L. Tyler.4 Doris Marie Paxton married Edward Ambler Robertson.4 Doris Marie Paxton was born on April 24, 1929 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.6,3,4 She died on November 22, 2009 at Raleigh, Wake Co., North Carolina, at age 80.6,4 She Mrs. Doris Paxton Tyler, 80, of Raleigh, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 22, 2009. Doris will be remembered with great love and respect. She was born in Vinton, VA on April 24, 1929 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Paxton of Virginia. Doris is survived by her husband, James L. Tyler; daughter, Sheryl Wood of Raleigh; two sons, Mr. and Mrs. Edward (Butch) Robertson of Raleigh, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Robertson of Orlando, FL; stepdaughter, Kristie Ford and her husband Chris, of Raleigh. She had seven grandchildren nine great-grandchildren; seven step grandchildren. Doris is also survived by her sister, Mrs. Charlotte Allen and husband Walter of Clayton; a brother, Charles A. Paxton of Key West, FL. on December 3, 2009.4

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 133, District 81-7, Big Lick, Roanoke Co., Virginia2
1950Dwelling 33, District 120-115, Roanoke, Virginia7

Family 1

James L. Tyler
Marriage*Doris Marie Paxton married James L. Tyler.4 

Family 2

Edward Ambler Robertson b. May 18, 1926, d. June 8, 1964
Marriage*Doris Marie Paxton married Edward Ambler Robertson.4 
Children
  • Richard Robertson4
  • Sheryl Marie Robertson4,7
  • Edward Ambler Robertson Jr.4,7

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S4037] News & Observer, The, From the Doris Paxton Tyler obituary in the Nov 24, 2009 edition.
  5. [S5441] Montlawn Memorial Park, Wake Co., NC, online http://www.findagrave.com/
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.

Frank Odell Fisher Jr.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9

M, b. August 19, 1917, d. May 2, 2000
FatherFrank Odell Fisher1,2,10,3,11,5,12,13,8 b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
MotherMaggie Lucille Paxton1,2,10,3,11,5,12,13,8 b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
     Frank Odell Fisher Jr. was buried at Grantsville Cemetery, Grantsville, Tooele Co., Utah.3,6 His Social Security Number was 227-16-7161.14 He was born on August 19, 1917 at Roanoke, Virginia.14,3,4,6,8,9 He married Bertha Estelle Christely on November 14, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.15,3,5,6,7 Frank Odell Fisher Jr. died on May 2, 2000 at Grantsville, Tooele Co., Utah, at age 82.14,3,6 He Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., died May 2, 2000 at this home in Grantsville Utah. He was born Aug 19, 1917 in Roanoke, VA, to Frank Odell and Maggie Lucille Paxton Fisher. He married his high school sweetheart, Bertha Estell Christley Nov 14, 1941, solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple Jan. 28, 1944. They came to Utah in 1942 to visit and decided to make Grantsville their home. Served in the Civilian Conservation Corps and he worked at the Tooele Army Depot as a fireman. He then worked at Wendover AFB as a fireman until he retired. He was a volunteer fireman in Grantsville for several years and he coached little league baseball. He went to schools in Backcreek, Roanoke Co., VA and then graduated from Andew Lewis H.S. in Roanoke, VA. He was an active member of the LDS Church holding several positions in the ward. He was also a postal employee and delivered mail to Skull Valley for 40 years, and received the "million mile award". He loved sports but preferred basketball games. He played basketball in school and was captain of the team. He is survived by sons, Larry (Susan), and Curtis Jay; daughters, Nancy (Bill) Byrd, and Susan (Tom) Ahrens; daughter-in-law, Judy (Lance Fisher) Millburn; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; brothers, Hubert (Sue) Fisher, Thurman (Frances) Fisher; sisters, Carrie Coon, Frances Weaver, Lucille Palmer, Virginia Ann (Paul) Muse. He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; son, Lance; granddaughters, Jamie and Ashley Marie Byrd; brothers, Charles Arthur, Melvin and Merle; and a sister, Gracie Ann. Interment in the Grantsville Cemetery. on May 3, 2000.3

Census Records

1920Dwelling 471, District 21, Jefferson Ward 2, Roanoke, Virginia1
1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia2
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia11
1950Dwelling 103, District 23-16, Grantsville, Tooele Co., Utah16

Occupation

1950Army ordinance depot fireman16

Family

Bertha Estelle Christely b. March 15, 1920, d. July 23, 1998
Marriage*Frank Odell Fisher Jr. married Bertha Estelle Christely on November 14, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.15,3,5,6,7 
Children

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  4. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  5. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  6. [S12416] Grantsville City Cemetery, Tooele Co., UT, online www.findagrave.com.
  7. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Bertha Estelle Christley Fisher obituary in the Jul 28, 1998 edition.
  8. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  9. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  11. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  13. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  14. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  15. [S1388] Lucas, comp. Halladay, Grantsville, Tooele County, Utah Cemetery, 1846-1999.
  16. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  17. [S2182] Salt Lake Tribune, The, From the Lance Alan Fisher obituary in the Dec 1, 1983 edition.
  18. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Fisher-Huhes marriage announcement in the Jun 21, 1968 edition.

Hubert Arlington Fisher1,2,3,4,5,6,7

M, b. February 19, 1920, d. March 26, 2014
FatherFrank Odell Fisher1,2,8,9,5,10,11 b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
MotherMaggie Lucille Paxton1,2,8,9,5,10,11 b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
     Hubert Arlington Fisher was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.3 He was born on February 19, 1920 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 He married Margie Marie Boothe on October 14, 1939 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia.5 Hubert Arlington Fisher married Susan Dianne "Sue" George on June 16, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 Hubert Arlington Fisher died on March 26, 2014 at Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 94.3,6 He Hubert A. Fisher, 94, of Vinton, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Maggie Fisher; his first wife, Margie B. Fisher; and a daughter, Diane Snyder. Mr. Fisher was a member of Chamblissburg Baptist Church. He was retired from IBEW Local 637. Surviving are his wife, Susan Fisher; daughter, Pat Saunders; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Lucille Palmer and Virginia Muse; several nieces and nephews; son-in-law, John Snyder and wife, Bonnie, which the family wishes to thank for their support over the years; sister-in-law, Jackie Ferguson and her son, Ryan; and brothers-in-law, Abie George and Steve George. Funeral services will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park. on March 28, 2014.3

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia9
1950Dwelling 4, District 81-48, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia12

Occupation

1950Electric contractor12

Family 1

Margie Marie Boothe b. August 7, 1922, d. May 28, 1988
Marriage*Hubert Arlington Fisher married Margie Marie Boothe on October 14, 1939 at Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia.5 
Children

Family 2

Susan Dianne "Sue" George
Marriage*Hubert Arlington Fisher married Susan Dianne "Sue" George on June 16, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Hubert A. Fisher obituary in the Mar 28, 2014 edition.
  4. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  5. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  7. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  8. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  11. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  12. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.

Carrie Mae Fisher1,2,3,4

F, b. November 17, 1921, d. November 15, 2006
FatherFrank Odell Fisher1,2,5,6,3,7,8,4 b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
MotherMaggie Lucille Paxton1,2,5,6,3,7,8,4 b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
     Her Social Security Number was 229-12-2285.9 Carrie Mae Fisher was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,10 She was born on November 17, 1921 at Roanoke, Virginia.9,11,4 As of December 24, 1943,her married name was Coon.3 She married Ralph William Coon on December 24, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,12,3,7,8 Carrie Mae Fisher died on November 15, 2006 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 84.2,9,13 She Carrie Mae Fisher Coon, 84, of Roanoke County, widow of Ralph William Coon, died Wednesday evening, November 15. 2006 after a long illness. Carrie was a former cafeteria manager at Cave Spring Elementary School and was a former employee of the old Roanoke Cotton Mills. She was a longtime member of Cave Spring United Methodist Church. Every summer, Carrie canned fruits and vegetables from the garden her husband planted. Winter brought lots of meat from butchering hogs they raised every year. She was a hard worker and loved going out to eat with her family. Family members who have died include her parents, Frank and Maggie Fisher; her brothers, Frank, Jr., Thurman, Merle and Melvin Fisher; her sister, Frances Weaver; her son, Kenneth William Coon. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Vicki Coon Burkert and William (Bill) G. Burkert of Blue Ridge; her brother, Hubert A. Fisher and wife Sue of Goodview; her sisters, Phyllis Lucille Palmer and Virginia Muse, both of Roanoke County; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Interment in Sherwood Memorial Park. on November 19, 2006.2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia6

Family

Ralph William Coon b. October 27, 1914, d. July 2, 1999
Marriage*Carrie Mae Fisher married Ralph William Coon on December 24, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,12,3,7,8 
Children

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  3. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  4. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  5. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  8. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  9. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  10. [S2251] Sherwood Burial Park, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=40016666&CRid=728583&df=all&
  11. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  12. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ralph William Coon obituary in the Jul 4, 1999 edition.
  13. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  14. [S3524] Bell Cemetery, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  15. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Vicki Coon Burkert obituary in the Aug 24, 2012 edition.

Merle Kimball Fisher1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. February 4, 1926, d. July 26, 1987
FatherFrank Odell Fisher1,7,8,9,3,4,10,11,6 b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
MotherMaggie Lucille Paxton1,7,8,9,3,4,10,11,6 b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
     Merle Kimball Fisher was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.3,5,12 His Social Security Number was 223-28-1384.13 He was born on February 4, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.13,2,3,5,14 He married Ada Katherine Sledd on April 23, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,4,15,12 Merle Kimball Fisher died on July 26, 1987 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 61.13,3,5,12,14 He Mr. Merle K. Fisher, 61, father of David Kimball Fisher of Newport News, died Sunday. He retired from N & W Railway as a conductor. Other survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ada Katherine Sledd Fisher; one daughter; four sisters; three brothers; and five grandchildren. Burial will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on July 27, 1987.12

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia9

Family

Ada Katherine Sledd b. September 3, 1920, d. March 26, 1997
Marriage*Merle Kimball Fisher married Ada Katherine Sledd on April 23, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,4,15,12 
Children
  • David Kimball Fisher15,4,12
  • Kathy Lynn Fisher15,4

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S2251] Sherwood Burial Park, Roanoke Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=40016666&CRid=728583&df=all&
  6. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  8. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  11. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  12. [S593] Daily Press, From the Merle K. Fisher obituary in the Jul 27, 1987 edition.
  13. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  14. [S3600] U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010.
  15. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ada Sledd Fisher obituary in the Mar 27, 1997 edition.

Alice Frances Fisher1,2,3,4,5

F, b. June 13, 1928, d. February 20, 2001
FatherFrank Odell Fisher1,6,7,8,3,4,9,10,5 b. August 13, 1893, d. March 23, 1979
MotherMaggie Lucille Paxton1,6,7,8,3,4,9,10,5 b. April 14, 1897, d. April 23, 1983
     Her married name was Knapp.4 Alice Frances Fisher was buried at Lindquist's Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road, Ogden, Weber Co., Utah.11,5 Her Social Security Number was 228-30-9702.12 She and Leonard L. Woodward were divorced.5 Alice Frances Fisher married Robert N. Knapp.5 Alice Frances Fisher and Robert N. Knapp were divorced.5 Alice Frances Fisher was born on June 13, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia; The SSDI and her gravestone have a birth date of Jun 15, 1928.2,4,12,11,5 As of July 8, 1948,her married name was Arthur.3 She married Billie B. Arthur on July 8, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.3 Alice Frances Fisher and Billie B. Arthur were divorced on January 31, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.13 As of circa 1960,her married name was Woodward.4 Alice Frances Fisher married Leonard L. Woodward circa 1960.4,5 As of circa 1984,her married name was Weaver.5 Alice Frances Fisher married Fred Rudolph Weaver circa 1984.5 Alice Frances Fisher died on February 20, 2001 at Roy, Weber Co., Utah, at age 72.4,11,5 She WEAVER, Alice Frances, of Roy, Utah, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 20, 2001. She was born June 15, 1928 in Roanoke, Virginia, daughter of Frank O. Fisher and Maggie Paxton Fisher. She married Leonard L. Woodward, and was later divorced. She married Robert N. Knapp, and was later divorced. She married Fred R. Weaver, until his death in 1995. She graduated from high school in Roanoke, Va. and later moved to Utah in 1951. Mom made Ogden her home, and was proud to work in the Lingerie Department of Fred M. Nye Co., and Jullietts. She loved to fish, and learned the sport well from her friend and husband, Fred until his death in 1995. She was very happy in her later years of life, and even after succumbing to many strokes, still laughed and had fun with those who so eloquently cared for her at Crestwood Care Center. She is survived by her loving son, Ken Woodward (Linda) Roy; one brother, Hubert Fisher (Susan); three sisters, Carrie Coon, Virginia Muse, and Lucille Palmer, all of Roanoke, Va. She also had nine nieces and seven nephews. Mom also had two granddaughters, two stepgrandsons, and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank O. Fisher, and brothers, Melvin, Merle, Thurman, and Frank Fisher. Graveside services were held at Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, 1718 Combe Road, Ogden. on April 1, 2001.5

Census Records

1930Dwelling 178, District 26, Roanoke, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 179, District 81-12, Cave Spring, Roanoke Co., Virginia8
1950Dwelling 103, District 23-16, Grantsville, Tooele Co., Utah14

Occupation

1950Grocery store clerk14

Family 1

Robert N. Knapp
Divorce*Alice Frances Fisher and Robert N. Knapp were divorced.5 
Marriage* Alice Frances Fisher married Robert N. Knapp.5 

Family 2

Billie B. Arthur b. November 18, 1923, d. February 2, 2014
Marriage*Alice Frances Fisher married Billie B. Arthur on July 8, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia.3 
Divorce* Alice Frances Fisher and Billie B. Arthur were divorced on January 31, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.13 

Family 3

Leonard L. Woodward
Divorce*Alice Frances Fisher and Leonard L. Woodward were divorced.5 
Marriage* Alice Frances Fisher married Leonard L. Woodward circa 1960.4,5 
Child
  • Ken Woodward5

Family 4

Fred Rudolph Weaver b. May 12, 1923, d. December 30, 1995
Marriage*Alice Frances Fisher married Fred Rudolph Weaver circa 1984.5 

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  4. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Alice Frances Weaver obituary in the Apr 1, 2001 edition.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Carrie Mae Fisher Coon obituary in the Nov 19, 2006 edition.
  7. [S1621] Deseret News, The, From the Frank Odell Fisher, Jr., obituary in the May 3, 2000 edition.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Maggie Paxton Fisher obituary in the May 24, 1983 edition.
  10. [S12417] Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, From the Frank O. Fisher obituary in the Apr 3, 1979 edition.
  11. [S12681] Lindquists Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch, Weber Co., UT, online www.findagrave.com.
  12. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  13. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  14. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.

Amos Leslie Stephens1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. August 29, 1890, d. July 7, 1973
FatherHarry Millhouse Stephens1,4 b. April 10, 1859, d. September 22, 1931
MotherMary James "Molly" Gowen1,4 b. March 17, 1859, d. March 29, 1936
     Amos Leslie Stephens was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.4,5 His Social Security Number was 226-03-7439.7 He was born on August 29, 1890 at Buena Vista, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.1,7,2,3,4,5 He married Anne Elizabethe Adams on March 18, 1913 at Lynchburg, Virginia.4,6 Amos Leslie Stephens died on July 7, 1973 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 82.7,4,5

Census Records

1900Dwelling 350, District 106, Ward 2, Buena Vista, Rockbridge Co., Virginia1
1910Dwelling 253, District 79, Ward 1, Lynchburg, VirginiaEnumerated in the household of his brother-in-law Thomas Worley8
1920Dwelling 244, District 4, Ward 1, Lynchburg, Virginia9
1930Dwelling 219, District 7, Lynchburg, Virginia10
1940Dwelling 214, District 111-6, Lynchburg, Virginia11

Occupation

1910Lumber worker8
1920Automobile factory bookkeeper9
1930Wholesale foods accountant10
1940Bookkeeper11

Family

Anne Elizabethe Adams b. September 10, 1889, d. May 9, 1956
Marriage*Amos Leslie Stephens married Anne Elizabethe Adams on March 18, 1913 at Lynchburg, Virginia.4,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  3. [S1253] Selective Service System United States, U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S3452] Spring Hill Cemetery, Lynchburg, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  6. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S7177] Atlanta Constitution, The, From the Dr. A. Leslie Stephens, Jr. obituary in the Oct 22, 1966 edition.

Rosalie Stuart Snead1,2,3,4,5,6

F, b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     Her Social Security Number was 231-24-8260.7 Rosalie Stuart Snead was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.3,5 She was born on June 22, 1889 at Virginia.7,3,5 As of November 15, 1912,her married name was Stephens.4 She married John Marvin Stephens Sr., son of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on November 15, 1912 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.1,2,4 Rosalie Stuart Snead died on August 1, 1978 at Hollins, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 89.7,3,5

Census Records

1920Dwelling 155, District 60, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia8
1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia9
1940Dwelling 271, District 119-42, Roanoke, Virginia10
1950Dwelling 102, District 120-38, Roanoke, Virginia11

Occupation

1940Music teacher10
1950Piano teacher11

Family

John Marvin Stephens Sr. b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
Marriage*Rosalie Stuart Snead married John Marvin Stephens Sr., son of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on November 15, 1912 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.1,2,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  2. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S437] Jordan R. Dodd, Virginia Marriages, 1740-1850.
  5. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  6. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  13. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

John Marvin Stephens Jr.1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. November 14, 1912, d. June 27, 1964
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,7,2,8,3,4,9 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,7,2,8,3,4,9 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     John Marvin Stephens Jr. was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.3,10 He was born on November 14, 1912 at Pocahontas, Tazewell Co., Virginia.3,4,6,9,10 He married Evelyn Mary Peters on September 17, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 John Marvin Stephens Jr. and Evelyn Mary Peters were divorced on March 5, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 John Marvin Stephens Jr. married Dorothy Delia Tysor on November 15, 1958 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.3,4 John Marvin Stephens Jr. died on June 27, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 51; Shot to death by his wife.3,10

Census Records

1920Dwelling 155, District 60, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia7
1940Dwelling 160, District 10-16, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia11
1950Dwelling 235, District 81-37, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia12

Occupation

1940Dog kennel owner11
1950Town recreation director12

Family 1

Evelyn Mary Peters b. February 6, 1917, d. August 12, 2003
Marriage*John Marvin Stephens Jr. married Evelyn Mary Peters on September 17, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 
Divorce* John Marvin Stephens Jr. and Evelyn Mary Peters were divorced on March 5, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.5 
Children

Family 2

Dorothy Delia Tysor b. October 18, 1913, d. December 9, 1996
Marriage*John Marvin Stephens Jr. married Dorothy Delia Tysor on November 15, 1958 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.3,4 

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  6. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  9. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  10. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  11. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  13. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the James William Stephens obituary in the Dec 6, 2007 edition.

Dorothy Payne Stephens1,2

F, b. February 22, 1914, d. August 13, 1999
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,3,4,5,2 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,3,4,5,2 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     Dorothy Payne Stephens was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.6 Her Social Security Number was 227-44-9536.7 She was born on February 22, 1914 at McComas, Mercer Co., West Virginia.4,7 As of September 25, 1947,her married name was Dillard.2 She married Wayne Walter Dillard on September 25, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.4,8,2 Dorothy Payne Stephens died on August 13, 1999 at Winchester, Virginia, at age 85.4,7 She Dorothy Stephens Dillard, died on Friday, August 13, 1999 at Winchester Medical Center, Winchester, Virginia. Born in 1913 (actually 1914) in McComas, West Virginia, the daughter of John Marvin and Rosalie Snead Stephens, she was a graduate of Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia, where she majored in music. She was an accomplished pianist and vocalist and taught music in the public school system in Roanoke for thirty-five years. In 1979 she moved from Roanoke to Lost River, West Virginia, where she resided at The Guest House with her son, Bob. She was a former member of First Baptist Church of Roanoke. She predeceased her husband, Wayne W. Dillard, her mother and father, and her brother, John M. Stephens, Jr., all of Roanoke. She is survived by her sons, Robert B. Dillard of Lost River and Duane B. Dillard of Hagerstown, Maryland; her sisters, Rosalie S. (Featie) Lucas of Hollins, Virginia, Harriette S. Rothenberger of Salem, Virginia, Louise S. Cropp of Charlottesville, Virginia, her brother, Winston M. Stephens of Sunset Beach, North Carolina, and dear friends, Tammy Stanley and David Mickow of Lost River as well as many devoted nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Know as "Mother", "Dot" and "Sister", she will be remembered for her generosity of love, time and spirit as well as her talent as a musician and craftsperson. on August 18, 1999.4

Census Records

1920Dwelling 155, District 60, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia3
1950Dwelling 99, District 120-151, Roanoke, Virginia9

Family

Wayne Walter Dillard b. December 22, 1905, d. December 27, 1959
Marriage*Dorothy Payne Stephens married Wayne Walter Dillard on September 25, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.4,8,2 
Child
  • George C. Dillard8

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  5. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  6. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Wayne W. Dillard obitutary in the Dec 28, 1959 edition.
  9. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.

Louise Mosby Stephens1,2,3,4

F, b. May 2, 1915, d. June 25, 2007
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,5,6,2,3 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,5,6,2,3 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     Louise Mosby Stephens was buried at Riverview Cemetery, 1701 Chesapeake Street, Charlottesville, Virginia.2,4 Her Social Security Number was 225-01-7798.7 She was born on May 2, 1915 at McComas, Mercer Co., West Virginia.7,2,3,4 As of July 20, 1940,her married name was Cropp.3 She married Wilson Warner Cropp on July 20, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,3,4 Louise Mosby Stephens died on June 25, 2007 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 92.7,2,4,8 She Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp, 92, died peacefully at her home in Richmond on June 25, 2007. Born on May 2, 1915, she was the daughter of the late Rosalie Snead Stephens and John Marvin Stephens. She was reared in Montvale, Va., but spent many of her formative years in Fork Union, Va. Her maternal grandfather, William Frank Snead, was a founder of Fork Union Military Academy. She met her husband, Wilson Warner Cropp, while he was a cadet at The Academy, and they married in 1940. They reared their family of four children in Charlottesville. She was a devoted wife and mother, a sports enthusiast, an accomplished golfer, a tournament and duplicate bridge player, an accomplished hostess and cook, an avid gardener, as well as a community activist. She was a member of the Board of Education of Rock Hill Academy. She was a member of the Jack Jouett Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, where she served as Regent. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Charlottesville for over 60 years. Her husband of 54 years predeceased her in 1994. Her family will greatly miss her guidance, wisdom, love, and energetic example. She is survived by her daughters, Martha Cropp Gibbs and husband, John Willard Gibbs Jr., of Richmond, Kaye Cropp Gaffney and husband, Maurice Leonard Gaffney, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Bonnie Cropp Stokes and husband, Ronald Lee Stokes of Chattanooga, Tenn; and her son, Wilson Warner Cropp II and wife, Deana Anderson Cropp, of Charlottesville and Cape Charles. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Her brother, Winston H. Stephens of High Point, N.C. and her sister, Harriette S. Rothenberger of Salem, Va. survive. Her brother, John M. Stephens and her sisters, Dorothy S. Dillard and Rosalie S. Lucas, predeceased her. The family wishes to thank Monica Nguku and Maisie Madan for their love, devotion, and tireless care for their mother. The family also wishes to express their deep appreciation for the compassionate attention of Bon Secours Hospice. Interment at Riverview Cemetery, 1701 Chesapeake St., Charlottesville, Va. on June 27, 2007.2

Census Records

1920Dwelling 155, District 60, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia5

Family

Wilson Warner Cropp b. April 16, 1913, d. July 24, 1994
Marriage*Louise Mosby Stephens married Wilson Warner Cropp on July 20, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,3,4 
Children
  • Martha Stephens Cropp2,3
  • Kaye Warner Cropp2
  • Bonnie Louise Cropp2
  • Wilson Warner Cropp II2

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  3. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  4. [S4363] Riverview Cemetery, Charlottesville, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  5. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.

Harriette Snead Stephens1,2,3,4,5

F, b. November 3, 1918, d. March 15, 2011
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,2,4,6,7,8,9,5 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,2,4,6,7,8,9,5 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     Harriette Snead Stephens was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.10 Her Social Security Number was 229-24-2213.11 She was born on November 3, 1918 at Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia.11,10,5 As of December 20, 1952,her married name was Montgomery.9 She married Oliver Phillip Montgomery on December 20, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.9 As of June 7, 1981,her married name was Rothenberger.9 Harriette Snead Stephens married Thomas Brown Rothenberger on June 7, 1981 at Hollins, Roanoke Co., Virginia.9 Harriette Snead Stephens died on March 15, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 92.11,10,12

Census Records

1920Dwelling 155, District 60, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia2
1940Dwelling 271, District 119-42, Roanoke, Virginia7
1950Dwelling 102, District 120-38, Roanoke, Virginia8

Occupation

1950Dress shop buyer8

Family 1

Oliver Phillip Montgomery b. October 17, 1906, d. October 14, 1980
Marriage*Harriette Snead Stephens married Oliver Phillip Montgomery on December 20, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.9 

Family 2

Thomas Brown Rothenberger b. April 29, 1905, d. November 27, 1991
Marriage*Harriette Snead Stephens married Thomas Brown Rothenberger on June 7, 1981 at Hollins, Roanoke Co., Virginia.9 

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Winston Harvey Stephens obitutary in the Dec 3, 2009 edition.
  4. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  5. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  6. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  7. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  10. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  11. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  12. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.

Winston Harvey Stephens1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. April 19, 1922, d. November 29, 2009
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,7,8,9,4 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,7,8,9,4 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     His Social Security Number was 224-14-1151.10 Winston Harvey Stephens was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.11 He was born on April 19, 1922 at Montvale, Bedford Co., Virginia.10,2,11,6,12 He married Ruby Irene Beal on July 10, 1943 at Danville, Virginia.4 Winston Harvey Stephens married Adele W. Zimmermann circa 1950.2,3 Winston Harvey Stephens and Ruby Irene Beal were divorced on July 25, 1950 at Danville, Virginia.5 Winston Harvey Stephens died on November 29, 2009 at High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina, at age 87.10,2,11 He Mr. Winston Harvey Stephens, 87, passed away in High Point, N.C., on Sunday, November 29, 2009. He was born in Montvale, Va., on April 19, 1922. He attended Roanoke College. During World War II he served in the Army Air Corps as a radio operator over the Pacific. Winston was an avid golfer and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Adele Zimmermann Stephens, of High Point; his sister, Harriette Rothenberger, of Salem, Va; two sons, Winston Stephens Jr. and his wife, Shery, of High Point, N.C., and Mark Stephens and his wife, Susan, of Dallas, Texas; seven grandchildren, Andrew, Mackenzie and Katie Stephens; Luke, Leah and Rebekah Stephens; and Sarah Stephens McMurray and her husband, David; and two great-grandchildren, Trent and Asa Stephens. on December 3, 2009.2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1940Dwelling 271, District 119-42, Roanoke, Virginia9

Occupation

1940Gasoline station attendant9

Family 1

Ruby Irene Beal b. November 7, 1924, d. April 27, 2002
Marriage*Winston Harvey Stephens married Ruby Irene Beal on July 10, 1943 at Danville, Virginia.4 
Divorce* Winston Harvey Stephens and Ruby Irene Beal were divorced on July 25, 1950 at Danville, Virginia.5 

Family 2

Adele W. Zimmermann b. March 20, 1928, d. September 3, 2014
Marriage*Winston Harvey Stephens married Adele W. Zimmermann circa 1950.2,3 
Children
  • Mark Stephens2,3
  • Winston Harvey Stephens Jr.2,3,13

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Winston Harvey Stephens obitutary in the Dec 3, 2009 edition.
  3. [S12638] Sechrest-Davis Funerals and Cremations, online www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/thomasville-nc/sechrest-davis-funerals-and-cremations/4721, From the Adele Zimmerman Stephens obituary.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  6. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  7. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  8. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  9. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  11. [S2257] Fair View Cemetery, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=81&GRid=55882186&CRid=50186&df=all&
  12. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  13. [S998] North Carolina State Archives, North Carolina Birth Index, 1800-2000.

Rosalie Stuart "Featie" Stephens1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

F, b. August 1, 1924, d. August 27, 2003
FatherJohn Marvin Stephens Sr.1,2,9,10,7 b. December 19, 1884, d. February 11, 1954
MotherRosalie Stuart Snead1,2,9,10,7 b. June 22, 1889, d. August 1, 1978
     Rosalie Stuart "Featie" Stephens was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.11 Her Social Security Number was 226-26-8193.12 She was born on August 1, 1924 at Montvale, Bedford Co., Virginia.12,4,7,8 She married Hampton Algers Lucas, son of Henry Alfred Lucas and Mabel Oakey Sisson, on May 17, 1948.11,6,13 As of May 17, 1948,her married name was Lucas.6 Rosalie Stuart "Featie" Stephens died on August 27, 2003 at Virginia at age 79.12,3 She LUCAS, Rosalie Stephens, (Featie), 79, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2003. She was a member of North Roanoke Baptist Church. Mrs. Lucas was also a member of the Roanoke Valley Bird Club and an avid bridge player and gardener. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hampton A. Lucas. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol L. and Bob D. Whiteside of Roanoke, Linda L. and Roger D. Steele of Daleville; three grandchildren, Evan H. Steele, Molly E. Steele, Austen L. Steele, a brother, Winston H. Stephens of North Carolina; and two sisters, Louise S. Cropp of Charlottesville and Harriette M. Rothenberger of Salem; and her many affectionate nieces and nephews. The family would like to sincerely thank Mrs. Lucas ' caregiver, Gladis Lehman and devoted companion, Victoria Minter; the caring and dedicated staff at Pheasant Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; and the supportive professionals of Good Samaritan Hospice. A graveside funeral service will be conducted at Sherwood Memorial Park. on August 28, 2003.3

Census Records

1930Dwelling 218, District 13, Lisbon, Bedford Co., Virginia1
1940Dwelling 271, District 119-42, Roanoke, Virginia10

Family

Hampton Algers Lucas b. August 22, 1918, d. December 26, 1980
Marriage*Rosalie Stuart "Featie" Stephens married Hampton Algers Lucas, son of Henry Alfred Lucas and Mabel Oakey Sisson, on May 17, 1948.11,6,13 
Children

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S2834] Moorefield Examiner, The, From the Dorothy Stephens Dillard obitutary in the Aug 18, 1999 edition.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Rosalie Stephens Lucas obitutary in the Aug 28, 2003 edition.
  4. [S306] Ora Belle Mayberry McColman and Others, Emera Altizer of Montgomery Co., VA and Some of his Descendants 1736-1997.
  5. [S349] Erma C. Sowers, A Report on the Descendants of Henry Iddings and Abigail Richardson.
  6. [S5924] Unknown compiler, District of Columbia, Marriage Records, 1810-1953.
  7. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  8. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  9. [S591] Richmond Times - Dispatch, From the Louise Mosby Stephens Cropp obitutary in the Jun 27, 2007 edition.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Rosalie Stephens Lucas obituary in the Aug 28, 2003 edition.
  12. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  13. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  14. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  15. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.

Thomas Peter Worley1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. December 3, 1881, d. March 18, 1954
     Thomas Peter Worley was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.3,7 His Social Security Number was 718-03-9943.6 He was born on December 3, 1881 at Lynchburg, Virginia; His gravestone has a birth year of 1880.2,8,3,7,6,5 He married Cora Lee Stephens, daughter of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on December 23, 1903 at Lynchburg, Virginia.8,3,4 Thomas Peter Worley died on March 18, 1954 at Madison Heights, Amherst Co., Virginia, at age 72.3,7

Census Records

1910Dwelling 253, District 79, Ward 1, Lynchburg, Virginia1
1920Dwelling 398, District 4, Lynchburg, Virginia9

Occupation

1910Railroad brakeman1
1920Railroad brakeman9

Family

Cora Lee Stephens b. November, 1877, d. September 14, 1927
Marriage*Thomas Peter Worley married Cora Lee Stephens, daughter of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on December 23, 1903 at Lynchburg, Virginia.8,3,4 

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  5. [S1253] Selective Service System United States, U.S. World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
  6. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  7. [S3452] Spring Hill Cemetery, Lynchburg, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  8. [S2415] Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940, online https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/show#uri=http://hr-search-api:8080/searchapi/search/collection/1708698
  9. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.

Anne Elizabethe Adams1,2

F, b. September 10, 1889, d. May 9, 1956
     Anne Elizabethe Adams was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia.3,1 Her Social Security Number was 226-18-7692.4 She was born on September 10, 1889 at Lynchburg, Virginia.3,2,1,4 As of March 18, 1913,her married name was Stephens.2 She married Amos Leslie Stephens, son of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on March 18, 1913 at Lynchburg, Virginia.1,2 Anne Elizabethe Adams died on May 9, 1956 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 66.3,1

Census Records

1920Dwelling 244, District 4, Ward 1, Lynchburg, Virginia5
1930Dwelling 219, District 7, Lynchburg, Virginia6
1940Dwelling 214, District 111-6, Lynchburg, Virginia7

Occupation

1940Bookkeeper7

Family

Amos Leslie Stephens b. August 29, 1890, d. July 7, 1973
Marriage*Anne Elizabethe Adams married Amos Leslie Stephens, son of Harry Millhouse Stephens and Mary James "Molly" Gowen, on March 18, 1913 at Lynchburg, Virginia.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  2. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  3. [S3452] Spring Hill Cemetery, Lynchburg, VA, online http://www.findagrave.com
  4. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Amos Leslie Stephens Jr., M.D.1,2,3,4

M, b. December 23, 1913, d. October 21, 1966
FatherAmos Leslie Stephens5,1,6,4 b. August 29, 1890, d. July 7, 1973
MotherAnne Elizabethe Adams5,1,6 b. September 10, 1889, d. May 9, 1956
     Amos Leslie Stephens Jr., M.D. was born on December 23, 1913 at Lynchburg, Virginia.2,3 He married Gladys Mae Herring in May, 1949 at Atlanta, Fulton Co., Georgia.7,4 Amos Leslie Stephens Jr., M.D. died on October 21, 1966 at Fulton Co., Georgia, at age 52.8,4 He STEPHENS - Dr. A. Leslie Jr., 1260 Brook Forest Dr. NE died Oct. 21, 1966. Surviving are his wife, the former Gladys Herring; father, Mr. A. Leslie Stephens Sr., Lynchburg, Va. on October 22, 1966.4

Census Records

1920Dwelling 244, District 4, Ward 1, Lynchburg, Virginia5
1930Dwelling 219, District 7, Lynchburg, Virginia1
1940Dwelling 214, District 111-6, Lynchburg, Virginia6

Family

Gladys Mae Herring
Marriage*Amos Leslie Stephens Jr., M.D. married Gladys Mae Herring in May, 1949 at Atlanta, Fulton Co., Georgia.7,4 

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  4. [S7177] Atlanta Constitution, The, From the Dr. A. Leslie Stephens, Jr. obituary in the Oct 22, 1966 edition.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S7177] Atlanta Constitution, The, From the Stephens-Herring marriage announcement in the Jun 2, 1949 edition.
  8. [S714] Office of Vital Records Georgia Health Department, Georgia Deaths, 1919-98.

Allen/Allan Blair1,2,3

M, b. July 8, 1754, d. April 23, 1835
FatherWilliam Blair4
MotherMary Allen4
     Allen/Allan Blair BLAIR, ALLEN - Amherst, Oct. 15, 1832. Born, July 8, 1754, in Amherst. In 1780 was drafted three months under Capt. Younger Landrum and marched to join Gen. Gates in North Carolina, but before his time was out employed William Bowman, as substitute. In 1781 he again marched under Landrum, this time to join Gen. Greene. He was not in battle of Guilford, but so near that he saw dead and wounded men removed from the field. He saw Gen. Edward Stevens badly wounded in the thigh. Shortly after was again drafted, and under Capt. John Loving marched to Williamsburg, where he took sick of fever and was in hospital a considerable time. A little before the close investment of Yorktown, he was discharged from hospital and sent to the New Barracks. Soon the forces at this place were ordered to join the besieging army, but applicant was discharged, his time being nearly out and the surgeon deeming him too feeble for active service. Served six months in all.5 He was born on July 8, 1754 at Amherst Co., Virginia.5 He married Mary Ann Staples on December 14, 1778 at Amherst Co., Virginia.2 Allen/Allan Blair Private Virginia Militia, $30 annual allowance, $75 received on Apr 15, 1833, pension started at age 80 on April 15, 1833 at Amherst Co., Virginia.6 He died on April 23, 1835 at Amherst Co., Virginia, at age 80.4

Census Records

1783Amherst Co., Virginia7
1810Amherst Co., VirginiaThe enumeration reads 3 males under 10, 2 males 11-25, 1 male over 45, 1 female 26-44, and 1 female over 458
1830Amherst Co., VirginiaThe enumeration reads 1 male under 5, 1 male 70-80, 1 female 40-50, and 1 female 60-709

Family

Mary Ann Staples b. 1762, d. September 23, 1837
Marriage*Allen/Allan Blair married Mary Ann Staples on December 14, 1778 at Amherst Co., Virginia.2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S1084] Irma Williams Schaffer, "Personal Papers of Irma Williams Schaffer."
  2. [S437] Jordan R. Dodd, Virginia Marriages, 1740-1850.
  3. [S3776] 1818-1872, to U.S. Pensioners Under Acts of 1818 Through 1858 From Records of the Office of the Third Auditor of the Treasury, 1818-1872 Ledgers of Payments, 23 rolls) (National Archives Microfilm Publication T718 and Records of the Accounting Officers of, U.S. Pensioners, 1818-1872.
  4. [S1242] Edmund West, Family Data Collection - Individual Records.
  5. [S1245] J.T. McAllister, Virginia Militia in the Revolutionary War.
  6. [S1244] William R. Navey, Virginia Pension Roll of 1835.
  7. [S1085] Ronald V. Jackson, Virginia, U.S., Compiled Census and Census Substitutes Index, 1607-1890, Enumerated in the 1783 Tax List.
  8. [S406] National Archives and Records Administration, 1810 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S413] National Archives and Records Administration, 1830 United States Federal Census.

Mary Ann Staples1,2

F, b. 1762, d. September 23, 1837
     Mary Ann Staples was born in 1762 at Amherst Co., Virginia.3 She married Allen/Allan Blair, son of William Blair and Mary Allen, on December 14, 1778 at Amherst Co., Virginia.2 As of December 14, 1778,her married name was Blair.2 Mary Ann Staples died on September 23, 1837.

Family

Allen/Allan Blair b. July 8, 1754, d. April 23, 1835
Marriage*She married Allen/Allan Blair, son of William Blair and Mary Allen, on December 14, 1778 at Amherst Co., Virginia.2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S1084] Irma Williams Schaffer, "Personal Papers of Irma Williams Schaffer."
  2. [S437] Jordan R. Dodd, Virginia Marriages, 1740-1850.
  3. [S1246] Yates Publishing, U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900.

Evelyn Rose Nesbitt1,2

F, b. circa 1927
     Evelyn Rose Nesbitt and Thomas Edgar Poff Jr. were divorced.2 Evelyn Rose Nesbitt was born circa 1927 at Dott, Mercer Co., West Virginia.2 As of August 11, 1948,her married name was Poff.2 She married Thomas Edgar Poff Jr., son of Thomas Edgar Poff and Blanche Ann Bailey, on August 11, 1948 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.1,2 Evelyn Rose Nesbitt married Thomas Edgar Poff Jr., son of Thomas Edgar Poff and Blanche Ann Bailey, on December 24, 1962 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.2

Family

Thomas Edgar Poff Jr. b. January 16, 1926, d. July, 1986
Divorce*Evelyn Rose Nesbitt and Thomas Edgar Poff Jr. were divorced.2 
Marriage* Evelyn Rose Nesbitt married Thomas Edgar Poff Jr., son of Thomas Edgar Poff and Blanche Ann Bailey, on August 11, 1948 at Tazewell Co., Virginia.1,2 
Marriage Evelyn Rose Nesbitt married Thomas Edgar Poff Jr., son of Thomas Edgar Poff and Blanche Ann Bailey, on December 24, 1962 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Valinda Rose Poff death certificate.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Valinda Rose Poff1

F, b. May 10, 1950, d. July 23, 1950
FatherThomas Edgar Poff Jr.1 b. January 16, 1926, d. July, 1986
MotherEvelyn Rose Nesbitt1 b. circa 1927
     Valinda Rose Poff was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia.1 She was born on May 10, 1950 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.1 She died on July 23, 1950 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.1

Citations

  1. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Valinda Rose Poff death certificate.