Raymond Eugene Pillow1,2,3,4,5

M, b. May 11, 1922, d. April 16, 2019
     Raymond Eugene Pillow was buried at Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.3 He was born on May 11, 1922 at Roanoke, Virginia.3 He married Ruby Edna Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on October 8, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.4,3,5 Raymond Eugene Pillow and Ruby Edna Cupp were divorced on September 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 Raymond Eugene Pillow died on April 16, 2019 at Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, at age 96.3 He Raymond E. Pillow, born May 11, 1922 in Roanoke, Va. to Willie Hunt Pillow and Madeline Evans Pillow, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 in Baton Rouge, La. He was 96 and had suffered a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's disease. He proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Marine Corps on Guam, Tinian, and Saipan. He graduated Virginia Polytechnical Institute (now Virginia Tech University) on the GI Bill, and received his Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. He went on to work for a time with the Virginia Department of Highways, and later, was General Manager of the Roanoke Water Works. "Doc" Witter and "Doc" Taylor were instrumental in his ultimate relocation to Baton Rouge in 1964, where he served as President and CEO of the Baton Rouge Water Works. He was also a member and past-president of the ASCE – America Society of Civil Engineers – Louisiana Chapter. During his early life, he was an avid deer and turkey hunter as well as fly fisherman, and, after moving to Louisiana, he started duck hunting. He also enjoyed waterskiing and was a private pilot. In later years, he loved to travel and play golf. Raymond has been an active member of Broadmoor United Methodist Church since 1964. He was also a member and past-president of the Louisiana Lion's Club. He is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ruby Cupp Pillow Eunice; his second wife of 20 years, Eunice C. Pillow; his daughter, Jean C. Pillow Schwing; and by his siblings, Harvey, Buren, David, Juanita, and Martha. Raymond is survived by his wife of 42 years, Judge Rosemary Torbet Broussard Pillow; sons, Raymond V. Pillow, Steven E. Pillow, and Charles M. Pillow; stepsons, Allen Broussard and William Broussard; and sisters: Phyllis Wyatt and Helen Sink. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren, Keith Pillow, Robin Pillow, Stephanie Pillow Kotkin, Valerie Pillow Christou, Alex Pillow, Erik Pillow, Natalie Pillow Philips, Charlotte Pillow, Evan Pillow, Will Broussard, and Lily Broussard; as well as three great-grandchildren: Roland Pillow, Ariel Paige Kotkin, and Cloe' Michelle Christou. A graveside service will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Boulevard in Baton Rouge. A memorial service and reception will be announced at a later date to be held at Broadmoor United Methodist Church. on April 20, 2019.3

Family

Ruby Edna Cupp b. April 7, 1923, d. August 7, 2013
Marriage*He married Ruby Edna Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on October 8, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.4,3,5 
Divorce* Raymond Eugene Pillow and Ruby Edna Cupp were divorced on September 15, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 
Child
  • Raymond VanBuren Pillow1,3

Citations

  1. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Gayle L. Pillow obituary in the Apr 6, 2014 edition.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Raymond E. Pillow obituary in the Apr 20, 2019 edition.
  4. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  5. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Andrew Joseph Eunice1,2,3,4,5,6

M, b. August 9, 1924, d. May 31, 2011
     Andrew Joseph Eunice was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.6 He was born on August 9, 1924 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.2,3,7,5,6 He married Ruby Edna Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on October 21, 1954 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.8,9,1,2 Andrew Joseph Eunice died on May 31, 2011 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 86.4,7,6,10 He Andrew Joseph Eunice, 86 ,of Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Solomon and Russia Eunice; as well as nine siblings. Mr. Eunice served in the United States Coast Guard and was the former owner of Steve's Hotdogs on Brandon Avenue for many years where he treated all customers as dear friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Ruby Eunice; stepson, Ray Pillow and wife, Gayle; two stepgrandchildren; and many beloved nieces and nephews; and a host of special friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, 2011, one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held at noon on Friday, June 3, 2011, at Oakey's South Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Phillips Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice. on June 3, 2011.10

Family

Ruby Edna Cupp b. April 7, 1923, d. August 7, 2013
Marriage*He married Ruby Edna Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on October 21, 1954 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.8,9,1,2 

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ruby Cupp Eunice obituary in the Aug 11, 2013 edition.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  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. [S2265] Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 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=241&GRid=44634996&CRid=49500&df=all&
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.
  9. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Juanita Inez Cupp Amburgey obituary in the Feb 3, 2007 edition.
  10. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Andrew Joseph Eunice obituary in the Jun 3, 2011 edition.

Gayle L. Kinsey1,2

F, b. July 5, 1940, d. March 30, 2014
     Gayle L. Kinsey was born on July 5, 1940.3 As of circa 1963,her married name was Pillow.2 She married Raymond VanBuren Pillow, son of Raymond Eugene Pillow and Ruby Edna Cupp, circa 1963.1,2 Gayle L. Kinsey died on March 30, 2014 at Virginia at age 73.2 She Gayle L. Pillow, 73, of Salem, passed away on Sunday March 30, 2014. Gayle was a lifelong area resident. She was born in Roanoke to the late Hugh W. and Edith G. Kinsey. Gayle was a CPA and was a member of the Bearded Collie Club, she loved showing her dogs and caring for her puppies. She was a wonderful cook, her specialty was red eye gravy and biscuits. Gayle was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Left behind to cherish her memories are her husband of 51 years, Ray Pillow; sons, Keith Pillow, of Salem and Robin Pillow along with his wife Patty Heany, of Cleveland, Ohio; and grandson, Roland Pillow. She was deeply loved and will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers please consider donating blood in Gayle's memory or make a donation to the American Red Cross, 352 Church Ave., Roanoke VA 24016. At Gayle's request no local service will be held. on April 6, 2014.2

Family

Raymond VanBuren Pillow
Marriage*She married Raymond VanBuren Pillow, son of Raymond Eugene Pillow and Ruby Edna Cupp, circa 1963.1,2 
Children
  • Keith Webster Pillow1,2,4
  • Robin Lane Pillow1,2,4

Citations

  1. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Gayle L. Pillow obituary in the Apr 6, 2014 edition.
  3. [S1235] Ancestry.com, U.S. Public Records Index, Volume 1.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ruby Cupp Eunice obituary in the Aug 11, 2013 edition.

George William "Bill" Carr1,2,3,4

M, b. July 29, 1923, d. August 18, 1969
     George William "Bill" Carr was buried at Lauderdale Memorial Park, Fort Lauderdale, Broward Co., Florida.4 He was born on July 29, 1923 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,3,4 He married Edith Mae Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on April 24, 1942 at Roanoke, Virginia.2 George William "Bill" Carr died on August 18, 1969 at Fort Lauderdale, Broward Co., Florida, at age 46.4

Family

Edith Mae Cupp b. April 20, 1925, d. March 15, 1974
Marriage*He married Edith Mae Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart, on April 24, 1942 at Roanoke, Virginia.2 
Children
  • Pamela Carr1
  • George William Carr Jr.1

Citations

  1. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  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. [S7959] Lauderdale Memorial Park, Broward Co., FL, online www.findagrave.com.

Carroll Lewis Braden1,2

M, b. October 21, 1927, d. November 20, 2012
     Carroll Lewis Braden married Irene Virginia Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart.1 Carroll Lewis Braden was born on October 21, 1927 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,2 He died on November 20, 2012 at Eastman, Dodge Co., Georgia, at age 85.3

Family

Irene Virginia Cupp b. January 4, 1927, d. May 25, 1973
Marriage*He married Irene Virginia Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart.1 
Children
  • Wanda Braden1
  • Deborah Braden1
  • Carroll Lewis Braden Jr.1

Citations

  1. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

Denver Hubert "Buster" Amburgey1,2,3,4

M, b. December 17, 1923, d. June 21, 1971
     Denver Hubert "Buster" Amburgey was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.5,2,4 He married Juanita Inez Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart.5,2 Denver Hubert "Buster" Amburgey was born on December 17, 1923 at Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.2,3,4 He died on June 21, 1971 at Charlottesville, Virginia, at age 47.5,2,4

Family

Juanita Inez Cupp b. May 11, 1932, d. January 30, 2007
Marriage*He married Juanita Inez Cupp, daughter of James Ballard "Jim" Cupp and Dora Mae Gearheart.5,2 

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Juanita Inez Cupp Amburgey obituary in the Feb 3, 2007 edition.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  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. [S388] Ruth G. Hale & Glenna Garner, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Montgomery Co., VA.
  5. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.

Dawn J. Cupp1

F, b. circa 1974, d. 1976
FatherDonald James Cupp1 b. July 10, 1939, d. June 3, 2003
MotherJoan Smith1
     Dawn J. Cupp was born circa 1974.1 She died in 1976; Died in a drowning accident.1

Citations

  1. [S1416] Sylvia Gearheart Alpert, Gerhart/Gearhart/Gearheart Family History.