Person Page - 1945

     William McKinley Gearheart Jr. was buried at Premier Cemetery, Premier, McDowell Co., West Virginia.² He was born on April 29, 1928 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 He died on April 30, 1928 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2

     Thomas Harold Gearheart married Glenna Mae Atkinson, daughter of Charles Morris "Charlie" Atkinson and Mary Elizabeth Vest.^1,4,2 Thomas Harold Gearheart was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 He was born on May 18, 1929 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.² He died on August 24, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 39; Shot to death in his yard.^1,2

     Theodore Irving "Sonny" Gearhart was buried at Crestview Memorial Cemetery, 489 Smith Church Road, Roanoke Rapids, Halifax Co., North Carolina.¹ He married Hilaria Theresia Ritter.² Theodore Irving "Sonny" Gearhart was born on July 21, 1931 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,3,1 He died on November 9, 2011 at Roanoke Rapids, Halifax Co., North Carolina, at age 80.^3,1 He ROANOKE RAPIDS — Theodore Irving "Sonny" Gearhart, 80, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011, at Guardian Care in Roanoke Rapids. He was born July 21, 1931 in Hemphill, W. Va., and was raised by his Grandmother in Ironto, Va. He was one of three brothers that grew up living a hard mountain life in the Appalachians of Virginia. It was there that he gained his outstanding work ethic and lifelong love for the outdoors, enjoying hunting and fishing throughout the rest of his life. He was employed by Asplundh tree service before joining the Air Force at an early age. His time in the Air Force allowed him to travel and experience many different cultures across the globe. He was a veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He settled in Roanoke Rapids in the 1970s and eventually retired from the Air Force as a Master Sergeant after 26 years of service. He went on to operate the Thelma Service Center, Blank's Mini Mart and The Beverage Saver. He will be remembered by most for his great smile, quick wit, generosity, and great attitude towards life. He loved his family, hunting, fishing, gardening, baseball, cooking for people, and having a good time with friends. He is survived by his wife, Hilaria Gearhart, of Roanoke Rapids; two sons, and their wives, Jeff Gearhart and Dena Blount Gearhart, of Ocean Springs, Miss., and Frank Gearhart and Terry Metts Gearhart, of Chapin, S.C., and three grandchildren, Samuel Gearhart, of Ocean Springs, Miss., and Shauna Gearhart, of Clemson, S.C., and Kayla Gearhart, of Chapin, S.C.. Also surviving is a special person, Clay Holt, who was like a son to Ted. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., today, Sunday, Nov. 13, at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Services, 507 Highway 158 W, in Roanoke Rapids, which is handling the arrangements. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Nov. 14, at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, with Father Pius officiating. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Cemetery. on November 12, 2011.¹

     Charles Edwin "Chuck" Gearheart was buried at Calvary Cemetery, 7710 West Center Road, Omaha, Douglas Co., Nebraska.^3,4 He married Georgette M. Zackery.^1,3 Charles Edwin "Chuck" Gearheart was born on September 3, 1933 at Premier, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2,3 He died on March 23, 2006 at Omaha, Douglas Co., Nebraska, at age 72.^2,3,4 He GEARHEART- Charles Edwin "Chuck", age 72 years, Omaha. Preceded in death by wife, Georgette M. Gearheart. Survived by daughter, Crystal Ann Lea, Los Angeles, CA; special friend, Marie Otto, Omaha.
SERVICES Tues. 1 pm West Center Chapel. Interment Calvary with Full Military Honors. Memorials to UNMC Transplant Center.
VISITATION from 3 pm Mon. with family receiving friends 6-8 pm at West Center Chapel. on March 24, 2006.⁴

     Vivian Violet Spangler was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ She was born on June 5, 1917 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ As of June 5, 1932,her married name was Garlick.³ She married Frank Spurgeon Garlick on June 5, 1932 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,2 Vivian Violet Spangler died on February 11, 1992 at Fairfax Co., Virginia, at age 74.^3,1

     Her married name was Obenchain.¹ Her married name was McAllister.¹ Frances Virginia Spangler was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ She married Frank McAllister.¹ Frances Virginia Spangler and Frank McAllister were divorced.¹ Frances Virginia Spangler married Unknown Obenchain.¹ Frances Virginia Spangler was born on February 28, 1922 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ As of February 19, 1937,her married name was Furrow.¹ She married Frank Edison Furrow on February 19, 1937 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹ Frances Virginia Spangler died on May 22, 1983 at age 61.¹

     Oather Lee East was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,5 His Social Security Number was 719-14-6266.⁴ He was born on April 25, 1896 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^{3,4,5,8,6,9,7} He married Stellar Mae "Stella" Gearheart, daughter of Isaac Johnson "J.G." Gearheart and Emma Zetta King, on March 7, 1920 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^10,1,5 Oather Lee East died on August 28, 1989 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 93.^2,3,4,5,8,11 He Mr. Oather Lee East, age 93, of Ironto died Monday in a Salem Hospital. He was retired from the N & W Railroad. He is survived by one son, Harrison East, Salem; two daughters, Mrs. Oleta Basham, Shawsville; Mrs. Leota Tabenner, Colonial Heights; one sister, Mrs. Mildred Fisher, Hayward, Wis; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. Interment will be in the Gearhart Cemetery in Ironto. on August 29, 1989.²

     Harrison Jackson East was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6 His Social Security Number was 227-16-7447.⁵ He was born on July 9, 1922 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^{2,3,4,5,10,6,7} He married Blondyne Juanita Cook on February 4, 1946 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^11,12,4 Harrison Jackson East died on April 5, 2001 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 78.^{1,2,5,13,10,6} He EAST, Harrison Jackson, 78, of Salem, was called Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 5, 2001 at his home. He was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Masonic Taylor Lodge #23 AF & AM in Salem. He was a member of the Salem Pentecostal Holiness Church for over 40 years. He was Commander for two years and an Adjutant for over 20 years in the VFW, and also was a member of the DAV and the American Legions. He was preceded in death by his wife, Blondyne Juanita East. Surviving are a loving companion of 19 years, Patty Patterson, a living angel; four sons and daughters-in-law, Harrison Jr. and Joyce M. East, Oman Lee and Cindy East, John Michael and Jane East, Thomas Lynn and Lori East; two sisters, Oleta Blondyne Basham and Leota Frances Tavenner; grandchildren, Cammie Robelotto, Sabrina N. East, Eric M. East, Hallie E. East, Meagan M. East, Karlyn T. East, Anna N. East, Eliza K. East; extended family, Mark L. Patterson, Diane L. Patterson, Pam P. Anderson, Terry L. Patterson, David L. Patterson, Scott Patterson, Brandon Anderson, Marc-Antony Patterson, Justin Patterson, Mattea Patterson. Interment in Gearheart Cemetery in Ironto. Taylor Lodge #23 AF & AM will conduct graveside services. on April 6, 2001.¹

     Leota Frances "Biggie" East was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,6 She was born on November 5, 1934 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6 As of March 31, 1954,her married name was Tavenner.³ She married James Allen "Jim" Tavenner on March 31, 1954 at South Carolina.^3,7,1 Leota Frances "Biggie" East died on August 10, 2011 at Chesterfield Co., Virginia, at age 76.^1,8,6 She Leota Frances Tavenner, 76, of Chester, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Oather Lee and Stella Mae Gearheart East, and the widow of James Allen Tavenner. Mrs. Tavenner is survived by a daughter, Deborah T. and husband, Jeff Joyner, of Prince George; four sons, Robert L. Tavenner, of Amelia; David T. and wife, Robbie S. Tavenner, of Dunnsville, James M. and wife, Debbie Tavenner, of Chesterfield, and Chris Tavenner, of Dinwiddie; 11 grandchildren; one greatgrandchild; and sister, Pete Basham, of Shawsville, Va. A Graveside Service will be held in Gearheart Cemetery, Ironto, Va. on August 12, 2011.¹

     Ruby Edna Cupp was born on April 7, 1923 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,8,3,4 As of October 8, 1941,her married name was Pillow.² She married Raymond Eugene Pillow on October 8, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,9,4 Ruby Edna Cupp and Raymond Eugene Pillow were divorced on September 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.² As of October 21, 1954,her married name was Eunice.⁴ Ruby Edna Cupp married Andrew Joseph Eunice on October 21, 1954 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,6,3,4 Ruby Edna Cupp died on August 7, 2013 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 90.^8,10,3 She Ruby Cupp Eunice, 90, of Roanoke, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2013. She was born on April 7, 1923, in Montgomery County to the late James Ballard Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart Cupp. She was a member of St. Phillips Lutheran Church. She loved working with her flowers, and loved many cats in her lifetime. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew J. Eunice; sisters, Edith May Cupp Carr, Irene Virginia Cupp Braden, and Juanita Inez Cupp Amburgy; and brothers, Ira W. (Sonny) Cupp and Donald James Cupp. Family left to cherish her memory include her son, Ray Pillow and wife Gayle; sister, Darlene Marie Cupp Sutton and husband Don; grandsons, Keith Pillow and Robin Pillow and wife Patty Heany; and great grandson, Roland Donal Pillow. In honor of Mrs. Eunice's wishes, no services will be held. on August 11, 2013.³

     Edith Mae Cupp was buried at Lauderdale Memorial Park, Fort Lauderdale, Broward Co., Florida.^4,8 She was born on April 20, 1925 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,9,2 As of April 24, 1942,her married name was Carr.³ She married George William "Bill" Carr on April 24, 1942 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Edith Mae Cupp died on March 15, 1974 at Fort Lauderdale, Broward Co., Florida, at age 48.^4,9

     Her Social Security Number was 229-24-9606.⁷ Her married name was Braden.¹ Irene Virginia Cupp married Carroll Lewis Braden.¹ Irene Virginia Cupp was born on January 4, 1927 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,4 She died on May 25, 1973 at South Carolina at age 46.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-30-9788.⁹ Ira William "Sonny" Cupp was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,4,6 He was born on September 4, 1930 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3,9,6 He married Barbara Ann Cartier on September 1, 1953 at Burlington, Chittenden Co., Vermont.^1,5,6 Ira William "Sonny" Cupp died on March 2, 1980 at Burlington, Chittenden Co., Vermont, at age 49.^1,9,6

     Her Social Security Number was 411-44-6418.⁵ Her married name was Amburgey.¹ Juanita Inez Cupp married Denver Hubert "Buster" Amburgey.^1,7 Juanita Inez Cupp was born on May 11, 1932 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4,5 She died on January 30, 2007 at Blacksburg, Virginia, at age 74.^2,5,7 She Juanita Inez Cupp Amburgey, 74, of Blacksburg, died on Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at her home. She was born in Roanoke, Va. on May 11, 1932 to the late James Ballard and Dora May Gearheart Cupp. She was preceded in death by her husband, Denver (Buster) Hubert Amburgey; brothers, Ira William (Sonny) Cupp, and James Donald Cupp; sisters, Irene Virginia Braden and Edith Mae Carr. She is survived by her sisters and brother-in-law, Ruby and Andrew Eunice of Roanoke, and Darlene Wooten of Knoxville, Tenn; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be conducted Sunday, February 4, 2007 at 2 p.m. in the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Tommy McDearis officiating. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, 150 Country Club Drive SW, Blacksburg, Va. on February 3, 2007.²

     Donald James Cupp was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3,6 His Social Security Number was 408-60-9163.⁹ He married Viola Bickley.¹ Donald James Cupp married Joan Smith.¹ Donald James Cupp was born on July 10, 1939 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,9,3,4,5,6 He died on June 3, 2003 at Shasta Co., California, at age 63.^9,3,6

     Gertrude Geneva "Gert" England was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3 She was born on April 16, 1920 at Herndon, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.¹ As of July 7, 1945,her married name was Gearheart.¹ She married Coy Harvey Gearheart, son of Isaac Johnson "J.G." Gearheart and Emma Zetta King, on July 7, 1945 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Gertrude Geneva "Gert" England died on November 18, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 38.^1,3

     Margaret Juanita Gearheart was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,8,2 She was born on November 12, 1931 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of June 1, 1957,her married name was Watson.¹ She married Carl Franklin Watson on June 1, 1957 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Margaret Juanita Gearheart and Carl Franklin Watson were divorced on September 9, 1970 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Margaret Juanita Gearheart died on August 6, 1999 at Virginia at age 67.^1,8,2 She WATSON, Margaret Gearheart, 67, of Roanoke, died Friday, August 6, 1999. She is survived by two sisters, Dorothy G. Boardman, Newark, Del., Sylvia G. Albert, Troutville; three brothers, Samuel G. Gearheart, Vinton, James R. Gearheart, Hubert, N.C., David W. Gearheart, Cusseta, Ga. Graveside funeral services will be at the Gearheart Cemetery in Montgomery County, 9 a.m., Monday, August 9, 1999, with the Rev. Kenneth Patrick officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel. on August 7, 1999.⁸

     Samuel Coy Gearheart was buried at Gearheart Cemetery, Rt. 686, off Rt. 622, Reesedale, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,3 He was born on October 8, 1933 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,3 He married Shirley Ann Casey in 1954 at South Carolina.^5,7 Samuel Coy Gearheart died on August 19, 2011 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 77.^1,3,4 He Samuel (Sam) Coy Gearheart, 77, of Roanoke, died Friday, August 19, 2011. He was the son of the late Coy Harvey and Florence Smith Gearheart. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley; three children, Brenda, Gary and Terry; and three sisters, Dorothy, Margaret and an infant sister. He is survived by one sister and her husband, Sylvia and John E. (Jack) Albert; two brothers, James Ray Gearheart (Fumi) of Hubert, N.C., and David Wayne Gearheart (Carol) of Cusseta, Ga; two nieces, Kathryn Ann Boardman of Cooperstown, N.Y., and Jessica Rae Gearheart of Roanoke; nephew, Coy Wayne Gearheart of Hubert, N.C; and a special friend, T.C. Pruitt. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 21, 2011 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Oakey's North Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 22, 2011 at the Gearheart Cemetery located in the Hamlet of Reesedale in Montgomery County with the Rev. Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver officiating, and hymns by Kathryn Ann Boardman. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the "Gearheart Cemetery Fund". Make checks payable to Dennis P. Spangler, Treasurer, 1781 Garlick Road, Elliston VA 24087. Mark in "for" space Gearheart Cemetery Fund. on August 21, 2011.¹

     George Alfred "Al" Furrow was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ His Social Security Number was 224-24-8040.¹¹ He was born on September 26, 1927 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,5,11 He married Betty Zane Turner on September 18, 1944 at Reidsville, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.⁶ George Alfred "Al" Furrow and Betty Zane Turner were divorced on October 11, 1978 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ George Alfred "Al" Furrow married Sarah Louvenia Widener on April 21, 1979 at Eden, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.^3,12 George Alfred "Al" Furrow and Sarah Louvenia Widener were divorced on February 7, 1983 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ George Alfred "Al" Furrow died on December 4, 2013 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 86.^1,5,11,7 He George A. (Al) Furrow, 86, of Roanoke, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnis and Dollie Furrow; a daughter, Patricia Zane Furrow; and a brother, Dooner Furrow. Mr. Furrow served in the United States Army during World War II and retired from Collegiate Pacific. Surviving are his son, Michael D. Furrow and wife Kim; daughter, Ruth Ann Mann and husband Barry; grandchildren, Ashley Furrow and Chase Furrow, all of Vinton; longtime friends, Marietta Meador and Susie Poff. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to a charity of the donor's choice . A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, December 8, 2013 at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road with the Rev. Steve Parker officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory. 366-0707. on December 6, 2013.¹

     Lonnis Junior Harold "Donner" Furrow was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4,5 He married Sylvia Ann Bowman.⁵ Lonnis Junior Harold "Donner" Furrow was born on October 5, 1932 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth year of 1933.^3,4,5,6 He married Josephine Allen Sink on June 28, 1952 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁶ Lonnis Junior Harold "Donner" Furrow and Josephine Allen Sink were divorced on May 4, 1963 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,7 Lonnis Junior Harold "Donner" Furrow died on October 6, 1979 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 47.^2,4,5

     James Harold Gearheart Sr. was buried at Kerrs Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Kerrs Creek, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^2,4 He married Shelia Unknown.⁴ James Harold Gearheart Sr. was born on January 10, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Patricia Ann Bralley on June 23, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ James Harold Gearheart Sr. died on January 15, 1981 at Williamsburg, Virginia, at age 24; Died in a logging accident.^2,4