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     Ruby Gertrude Lanham was buried at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, 5233 Rocky Fork Road, Cross Lanes, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.¹ Her Social Security Number was 236-42-4365.³ She was born on October 3, 1920 at Lanham, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^3,4,2 As of May 21, 1938,her married name was McClanahan.⁴ She married Woodrow Wilson McClanahan, son of Estel Virginia McClanahan and Carrie May Withrow, on May 21, 1938 at Bancroft, Putnam Co., West Virginia.⁴ Ruby Gertrude Lanham died on October 10, 2003 at St. Albans, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 83.^1,3 She Ruby Gertrude McClanahan, 83, of Poca died Friday, October 10, 2003, at Caring Heart and Home, St. Albans. She was a homemaker and attended Dunbar Mountain Mission. She was preceded in deaty by her brothers, Jake Lanham and Bill Lanham, and sisters, Demma Sigman and Erma Withrow. Surviving: husband, Woodrow Wilson McClanahan; sons, Paul McClanahan of Hurricane and Jack McClanahan of Poca; daughter, Renee Frost of Canton, Ohio; grandchildren, Jill Justice, Jay McClanahan, Jon McClanahan, Jeff Hershberger, Jennifer Hershberger, Paul E. McClanahan, Drew McClanahan, and Kama Darr; great-grandchildren, Joy Justice, Rhys and Piper Darr. Entombment was in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes. on October 16, 2003.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 233-64-3781.² Her married name was Farley.¹ Reba Lee Massey was buried at Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House, Putnam Co., West Virginia.³ She married Unknown Farley.^4,2 Reba Lee Massey was born on October 30, 1922 at West Virginia.² As of July 11, 1940,her married name was McClanahan.⁵ She married Denver Ernest McClanahan, son of Estel Virginia McClanahan and Carrie May Withrow, on July 11, 1940 at Gallia Co., Ohio.¹ Reba Lee Massey died in November, 1984 at West Virginia at age 62.²

     His Social Security Number was 234-01-2604.⁵ Jesse Andrew McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,6 He was born on January 8, 1889 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.^5,3,6,4 He married Sarah Ann Withrow, daughter of John Pleasant Henry Withrow and Mary Elizabeth Paxton, on April 23, 1916 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.¹ Jesse Andrew McClanahan died on June 4, 1968 at South Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 79.^6,2 He MCCLANAHAN, Jesse Andrew — 79, of Star Route, Poca, Tuesday, Thomas Memorial Hospital. Retired employee American Viscose Corp. of Nitro. Surviving: widow, Sarah; daughters, Thelma, Erma and Bonnie all at home; son, Elmer of Star Route, Poca; brothers, Estil and Okey, both of Star Route, Poca, Boyd of Nitro. Burial Lanham Cemetery, Star Route, Poca. on June 5, 1968.²

     His Social Security Number was 233-70-3380.⁴ Roy Fredrick McClanahan Sr. was buried at Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^1,5 He was born on June 14, 1944 at Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^1,4,2,5,6 He married Eva Barnett circa 1970.¹ Roy Fredrick McClanahan Sr. died on September 7, 2005 at Putnam Co., West Virginia, at age 61.^1,4,5,6 He Roy Fredrick "Fred" McClanahan Sr., 61, of Buffalo passed away Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2005, at Putnam General Hospital following a sudden illness. Born June 14, 1944, he was the son of the late Denver and Reba McClanahan. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Dreama Dean, and his grandson, Zachary McClanahan. He was a chemical engineer for Union Carbide Corporation with 20 years of service, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a proud Vietnam era veteran of the U.S. Air Force where he achieved the rank of sergeant, having served from November 1962 to November 1968. Survivors include: his loving wife of 35 years, Eva Barnett McClanahan; sons and their wives, Roy F. Jr. and Terry McClanahan and Brian and Vicky McClanahan, all of Eleanor; eight grandchildren; and a host of friends. Burial will follow in Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House. on September 9, 2005.¹

     Dreama Ann McClanahan was buried at Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House, Putnam Co., West Virginia.⁴ Her Social Security Number was 235-66-2949.⁵ She was born on June 5, 1942 at Lanham, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,3,5 As of August 20, 1960,her married name was Dean.² She married Franklin Delano Dean on August 20, 1960 at Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.² Dreama Ann McClanahan died on April 5, 1999 at West Virginia at age 56.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 233-58-9165.⁴ Franklin Delano Dean was buried at Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,3 He was born on December 15, 1939 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^1,4 He married Dreama Ann McClanahan, daughter of Denver Ernest McClanahan and Reba Lee Massey, on August 20, 1960 at Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.¹ Franklin Delano Dean died on March 30, 2008 at Gallipolis, Gallia Co., Ohio, at age 68.^4,3 He Franklin D. Dean, 68, of Poca, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008, at The Arbors at Gallipolis. Frank was retired from York International and was a member of Pipefitters Local 625. He was a member of the Class of 1959 of Oceana High School. He was preceded in death by his wife, Drema Dean; his father, Dennis Dean; and two brothers, Dennis Jr. and Larry Dale. He is survived by his mother, Encil Dean of Beckley; daughters, Lisa and husband, Tracy Asbury, of White Sulphur Springs and Traci Dean of Poca; two sisters, Loretta Ernst of Santa Clarita, Calif., and Brenda Dean of Beckley; and two granddaughters, Lauren and Erin Asbury. A tribute to the life of Frank was held at Haven of Rest Memory Gardens Mausoleum Chapel with Pastor Delbert Hawley. on April 8, 2008.³

     Her Social Security Number was 233-32-4409.¹¹ Thelma Leah McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,3 She was born on March 6, 1917 at Lanham, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^11,3,4 She died on December 18, 1993 at South Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 76.^11,2,3 She Miss Thelma Leah McClanahan, 76, of Nitro, died Dec. 18, 1993, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston, after a long illness. She was a 68-year resident of Star Route, Poca, and an 8-year resident of Nitro. Surviving: sister, Bonnie Craigo of Nitro; brother, Elmer McClanahan of Poca. Burial will be in Lanham Sunset Cemetery, Poca. on December 20, 1993.²

     Virgie Leona McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.³ She was born on October 3, 1918 at Lanham, Putnam Co., West Virginia.² She died on October 5, 1921 at Pocatalico, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 3.^4,2

     Elmer Andrew McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^3,4 He was born on May 24, 1922 at Lanham, Putnam Co., West Virginia.² He married Anna Belle Mason on December 19, 1940 at Gallia Co., Ohio.^4,5 Elmer Andrew McClanahan died on March 3, 2015 at Cross Lanes, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 92.³ He Mr. Elmer A. McClanahan, 92, of Poca, passed away March 3, 2015 at Dream Home Assisted Living. Elmer was retired from Smith Transfer. He was a member of Teamsters Local No. 174 and Hopewell Primitive Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Anna Belle McClanahan; son, Elmer "Butch" McClanahan; and grandson, Jesse McClanahan. Elmer is survived by his sons, Bob and wife, Brenda McClanahan, and Jerry and wife, Linda McClanahan; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. The family would like to say a special thank you to Blessing and all of the staff of Dream Home Assisted Living for the loving care given to Elmer. Burial will follow in Lanham Cemetery, Poca. on March 5, 2015.³

     Her Social Security Number was 233-32-4411.⁸ Erma May McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.² She was born on September 3, 1924 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,8,9 She died on October 12, 1981 at West Virginia at age 57.^2,8

     Bonnie Virginia McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 236-50-3325.⁸ Her married name was Craigo.² She married Ronald Frank Craigo.² Bonnie Virginia McClanahan was born on February 8, 1927 at West Virginia.^1,8,3 She died on February 16, 2009 at Nitro, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 82.^8,2,3 She Bonnie Virginia Craigo, 82, of Poca passed away February 16, 2009, at Moss's Golden Years care home in Nitro. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church, Cross Lanes, and was a homemaker. Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Sara Withrow McClanahan; husband, Ronald Craigo; and sisters, Thelma and Erma McClanahan. Bonnie is survived by stepdaughter, Linda and husband, Rudy Holbrook, of Lewisburg; brother, Elmer McClanahan of Poca; and three nephews, Robert, Jerry, and Elmer "Butch" McClanahan, all of Poca. on February 19, 2009.²

     Ruby Audrey McClanahan was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.¹ She was born on December 5, 1920 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.¹ She died on August 5, 1921 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.¹

     Anna Belle Mason was buried at Lanham Cemetery, Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Her Social Security Number was 236-70-5119.⁵ She was born on January 8, 1927 at Gauley Bridge, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,5,4 As of December 19, 1940,her married name was McClanahan.³ She married Elmer Andrew McClanahan, son of Jesse Andrew McClanahan and Sarah Ann Withrow, on December 19, 1940 at Gallia Co., Ohio.^2,3 Anna Belle Mason died on June 20, 1997 at Poca, Putnam Co., West Virginia, at age 70.^1,2,5 She POCA - Anna Belle McClanahan, 70, of Poca died June 20, 1997, at home after a long illness. She was a member of Hopewell Primitive Baptist Church. Surviving: husband, Elmer McClanahan; sons, Robert "Bob" of Bluefield, Jerry and Elmer "Butch," both of Poca; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Gatens Funeral Home, Poca, with Elder Willard Bird and Elder Veldon Linn officiating. Burial will be in Lanham Cemetery, Poca. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. on June 21, 1997.¹

     Ronald Frank Craigo was buried at Haven of Rest Memorial Gardens, Red House, Putnam Co., West Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 235-03-8774.² He married Bonnie Virginia McClanahan, daughter of Jesse Andrew McClanahan and Sarah Ann Withrow.¹ Ronald Frank Craigo was born on November 7, 1912 at Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,3 He died on July 31, 1990 at West Virginia at age 77.²

     His Social Security Number was 236-70-5022.⁵ Elmer Allen "Butch" McClanahan was born on November 23, 1945 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,5 He married Sharon Sue Cunningham on June 17, 1966 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.² Elmer Allen "Butch" McClanahan died on December 4, 2012 at West Virginia at age 67.^5,3 He On December 4, 2012, at approximately 5 a.m., Butch McClanahan, 67, of Poca River, passed away from a sudden massive heart attack. He was preparing to go muzzle loader hunting, his favorite pastime. An avid outdoorsman, he loved the woods and spent many days in his tree stand from dawn till dark. Not only enjoying the thrill of the hunt, he greatly enjoyed watching the animals react and would come home with many interesting stories. He and his older brother, Bob, spent so many happy days fishing, hunting, trapping and muzzle loader hunting together. He was a hunter and an avid competitive bass fisherman. He and his son, Marty, led the pack in many tournaments, allowing them the quality time he so cherished with his best friend and son. He was a fiercely devoted family man and his love and devotion was returned tenfold by those of us who loved him. Butch was a graduate of Poca High School and retired from Estes Express Lines. He is survived by many who shall remain nameless, but to name the ones who loved him best, his loving wife of 46-and-a-half years, Sharon; son, Marty of Cross Lanes; daughter, Gwen Knight and husband, Jack, of Poca; and three grandchildren, Justina and Sarah Knight and Russell McClanahan. on December 6, 2012.³

     Rev. John Wesley Simmons was buried at Witcher Cemetery, Witcher Creek Road, off Rt. 60, Belle, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^4,3 His Social Security Number was 236-54-1418.⁵ He was born on May 17, 1888 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,5,3 He married Rev. Hettie Frances Withrow, daughter of John Pleasant Henry Withrow and Mary Elizabeth Paxton, on January 8, 1919 at Witcher Creek, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^6,7 Rev. John Wesley Simmons died on October 26, 1969 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 81.^5,3

     Her Social Security Number was 236-40-0882.⁸ Ellen Frances Simmons was buried at Miller Cemetery, Rock Creek, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.³ Her married name was Stricklen.³ She married Roscoe Olen Stricklen.⁹ Ellen Frances Simmons and Roscoe Olen Stricklen were divorced.¹⁰ Ellen Frances Simmons was born on December 7, 1919 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^3,8,5,4 As of August 24, 1962,her married name was Dickens.⁵ She married Lacy Wilmer Dickens Jr. on August 24, 1962 at Whitesville, Boone Co., West Virginia.^3,5 Ellen Frances Simmons died on February 1, 2004 at Naoma, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 84.^3,8 She Ellen Frances Dickens, 84, of Naoma, W.Va., died Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004, at her residence following a long illness. Born at Charleston on Dec. 7, 1919, she was the daughter of the late John Simmons and Hettie W. Simmons. She was a housewife, and a member of First Baptist Church in Whitesville, W.Va. Survivors include her husband, Lacy W. Dickens; three sons, James O. Stricklen, and his wife, Norma, of Jacksonville, Fla., John W. Stricklen and his wife, Nancy, of Fruitland Park, Fla., and Wayne E. Stricklen and his wife, Diane, of Daytona Beach, Fla; a daughter, Barbara S. Davis and her husband, Rudy, of Hopewell, Va; one sister, Betty Jo Taylor of Tonkawa, Okla; brother, John H. Simmons and his wife, Ruth; 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery, Rock Creek. on February 4, 2004.³