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     Lura Alice Lawrence was buried at Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery, Forest Hill, Summers Co., West Virginia.^7,8 Her Social Security Number was 236-78-8843.⁹ She was born on July 4, 1885 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,9,5 As of September 18, 1905,her married name was Rogers.⁴ She married Dorsey Matthew Rogers on September 18, 1905 at Summers Co., West Virginia.^10,11,4 Lura Alice Lawrence died on May 13, 1969 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia, at age 83; The SSDI has a death date of May 15, 1969.^9,5 She Hinton - Mrs. Lura Rogers, 83, of 502 Cedar Ave., Hinton, died at 5 p.m. Tuesday in a Hinton hospital after a long illness. Born at Christianburg, Va., July 4, 1885, she was the daughter of the late Noah and Sarah Light Lawrence. She had lived in the Hinton area for 65 years and was a member of the Bellepoint Baptist Church. Survivors include four sons, Ray of Kessler, Garland of Hines, Cyrus of Ketterling, Ohio, and Dorsey of Dumfries, Va; two daughters, Mrs. Ted Foster of Hinton and Mrs. James Wallace of Flint, Mich; a sister, Mrs. Newman Long of Craigsville; 15 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Her husband, Dorsey M. Rogers, died in September, 1957. The body is at the Ronald Meadows Funeral Parlors in Hinton. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. on May 14, 1969.⁵

     Texanna Lawrence was buried at Black's Chapel Cemetery, Camden-on-Gauley, Webster Co., West Virginia.^5,6 Her Social Security Number was 232-96-4398.⁷ She was born on January 28, 1887 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,6,4 As of September 18, 1911,her married name was Long.⁴ She married Newman Everment Long on September 18, 1911 at Greenville, Monroe Co., West Virginia.^2,4 Texanna Lawrence died on February 12, 1975 at Weston, Lewis Co., West Virginia, at age 88.^5,6 She Craigsville - Funeral services for Mrs. Texanna Long, 88, of Craigsville will be at 2 p.m. today in the Cottle Church of God with Rev. Mark Haynic in charge. Burial will be in Black Chapel Cemetery at Camden-on-Gauley. Mrs. Long died Wednesday in a Weston hospital. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Hazel Zimmerman of Nettie and Mrs. Delsie Kosholo of Leivasy; five sons, Ray, James, Ermon and Leonard, all of Craigsville, and Clarence of Mansfield, Ohio; 21 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. The body is at the Whit and White Funeral Home in Richwood. on February 14, 1975.⁵

     Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Sr. was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,8 He was born on September 12, 1907 at Lick Creek, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ He married Ruby Irene Pettrey circa 1929.² Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Sr. died on March 6, 2006 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 98.³ He PRINCETON — Mr. Ryan M. Lawrence Sr., 98 1/2, of 637 North Wickham Avenue, Princeton, died peacefully Monday evening, March 6, 2006 at the Princeton Community Hospital. Born Sept. 12, 1907, at Lick Creek, he was the son of the late Archie Almond and Virginia Caroline Pettrey Lawrence. Mr. Lawrence had a long and lustrous career with the Virginian, Norfolk & Western Railroads, having worked for over 50 years, retiring in 1974. While with the railroad, he served in many capacities; his last duty was an air brake inspector in the car department. He had served as local chairman for the Railway Carmen of America and Vice General Chairman for the Joint Protective Board for Union. He was a long time member of the Princeton Church of God and the oldest member of the church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his devoted wife in 1993, Ruby Irene Pettrey Lawrence. Also preceding were nine siblings, Russell, Harless, Leslie, Zed, Clarence, Grace, Beulah, Halley and Giles. Survivors: His children, Ryan M. Lawrence Jr. and wife Dollie of Rock, James Lawrence and wife Alene of Roanoke, Va., Frank Lawrence of Princeton, Arlie Lawrence and wife Pat of Greenville, N.C., Rita Price and husband James of Troutman, N.C; 16 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; six great, great grandchildren; his sister, Hazel Martin of Grove City, Ohio. On Thursday, March 9, 2006 at 1 p.m., we will celebrate the home going of Ryan Lawrence Sr. from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastors Paul Hall and David Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens on the Courthouse Road in Princeton. Friends may visit with the family today from 6 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. on March 9, 2006.³

     Wanda Leona Lawrence was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^4,5 Her married name was Sizemore.³ She married William Clifton Sizemore.^3,6,4 Wanda Leona Lawrence was born on January 12, 1921 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,5 As of January 10, 1936,her married name was Bowling.² She married Dewey Algia Bowling on January 10, 1936 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² Wanda Leona Lawrence died on February 7, 2018 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 97.^4,5 She Wanda Leona Lawrence Sizemore, 97, of Beckley, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, surrounded by her family in her home following a long illness. Wanda was born January 12, 1921 in Mercer County. She was the daughter of the late Russell and Nannie Lawrence. Wanda grew up in Princeton and later married the love of her life, Clifton Sizemore. The couple settled in Sophia where they raised their 5 children, Reba Blevins, Jack Blevins, Joyce Pender, Brian Sizemore and Reba Grimmett. Wanda was a devoted and loving mother. She dedicated her life to raising her children in a strong Christian household and spent her time spreading the gospel. She attended Soak Creek Gospel Tabernacle as well as Church of the Bible Covenant. She enjoyed going to church, camp meetings, singing and spending time with her family and beloved dog, Brandy. Wanda was known for her feisty spirit and sense of humor. Her strong faith and relationship with God was remarkable. She will be missed by all that knew her. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, William Clifton Sizemore; father, Russell Lawrence, mother, Nannie Lawrence; daughter, Joyce Pender; brother, Russell Junior Lawrence; son, Jack Sizemore and grandson, Whitley Pender. Funeral services will be 1 pm Monday, February 12, 2018 in the Calfee Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Gregory Blevins officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to service on Monday. Pallbearers will be Brian Sizemore, Brian Sizemore II, Thomas Marion, Randy Ward, John Blevins, Terry Clay and Caleb Grimmett. on February 10, 2018.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 236-26-1396.⁹ Russell Noah Lawrence was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on May 31, 1925 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,9 He married Ruby Mae Lawson on June 29, 1944 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3,4,6 Russell Noah Lawrence died on August 20, 1991 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 66.^9,5 He BLUEFIELD — Russell Noah Lawrence, 66, of 809 Harry St., Bluefield, died Tuesday at a Bluefield hospital. Born at Princeton, he was the son of the late Russell N. and Nannie Richards Lawrence. He was a former employee with the Virginian Railroad at Princeton and for General Motors in Indiana. He was a retired employee for Platnick Steel at Bluefield, served in the U.S. Navy and was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Ruby M. Lawson Lawrence; sons, Russell Lawrence of Princeton, Don Lawrence of Elgood, Curtis Lawrence of Maryland, Gene Lawrence of Winchester, Va., John Lawrence of Oakvale, Bobby Lawrence of Montcalm and Eddie Lawrence of Athens; daughters, Mrs. Rita Workman of Lerona and Mrs. Loretta Fletcher of Bluefield; sisters, Mrs. Wanda Sizemore of Sophia and Mrs. Annabell Wise of Cleveland, Ohio; 25 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Oliver Avenue Church of God in Princeton with the Rev. John Duncan officiating, and burial at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton and at the church one hour prior to services. Pallbearers will be Robert Workman, Jeremy Finley, Richie Perdue, Jimmy Hazelwood, Richard Hazelwood and Robbie Workman. on August 22, 1991.⁵

     Ruby Irene Pettrey was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² Her Social Security Number was 234-96-8000.³ She was born on August 25, 1909 at Lick Creek, Summers Co., West Virginia.^3,2,4 As of circa 1929,her married name was Lawrence.⁵ She married Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Sr., son of Archer Almond "Arch" Lawrence and Virginia Caroline "Jennie" Pettrey, circa 1929.⁵ Ruby Irene Pettrey died on November 4, 1993 at West Virginia at age 84.^3,2

     Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Jr. was born on February 24, 1930 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^6,5 He married Dollie Mae Keys on June 1, 1948 at Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^7,5,8

     Dollie Mae Keys was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ She was born on May 12, 1928 at Rock, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ As of June 1, 1948,her married name was Lawrence.² She married Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Jr., son of Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Sr. and Ruby Irene Pettrey, on June 1, 1948 at Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Dollie Mae Keys died on August 18, 2019 at Rock, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 91.³ She Dollie Mae Lawrence, faithful servant, devoted wife and loving mother, 91, of Rock River Road, Rock, WV, went to be with her heavenly Father on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at her home. Born on May 12, 1928 in Rock, she was a daughter of the late Rev. William O. Keys and Mellie Archer Keys. She had been a lifelong resident of Rock and was an active member of the Montcalm Church of God for 54 years. She volunteered at Princeton Health Care Center and the Maples Nursing Home for over 30 years. She was an avid lover of Jesus, family, flowers, photos and birdwatching, especially her beloved hummingbirds. She was a dedicated historian of her small town of Rock and created a website that contains an abundance of information that she compiled over many years. Her website is at www.rockwva.com. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Keith Keys of Rock, WV, Trevor Keys of Chesterland, OH, Kermit Keys of Bluefield, WV and W.O. Keys, Jr. (Bill) of Bluefield, WV. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 71 years, Ryan M. Lawrence, Jr. of the home. She was adored and cherished by her children, sons, Michael Ryan Lawrence and wife Janie of Rock, WV; Timothy Wayne Lawrence and wife Pam of Ruther Glen, VA; daughters, Linda Gail Augustosky and husband Frank of Rock, WV; Judith Diane Pendergrass and husband Roy of Rock, WV; Susan Beth Mallamaci and husband Tony of Bluefield, WV and Deborah Carol Nolley and husband Steve of Rocky Gap, VA. Two brothers, Tracy Dillard Keys and wife Ann of Chesterfield, Ohio and Frank Keys and wife Shirley of Beckley, West Virginia. She had 17 beautiful grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, August 20 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m.at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home Chapel in Bluewell with Rev. Mac Riggins and Rev. Joey Yeatts officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with family serving as pallbearers. on August 20, 2019.³

     Clarence Lawrence was born on January 31, 1900 at West Virginia. He died on September 24, 1903 at West Virginia at age 3.

     Beulah Lawrence was born on January 28, 1906 at West Virginia.

     Giles Lawrence was born on August 19, 1896 at West Virginia.

     James Wesley Lawrence was born circa 1932 at Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.⁶ He married Alene Cole on August 18, 1951 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^6,2,5 James Wesley Lawrence died circa 2005.⁵

     Alene Cole was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² She was born on March 13, 1933 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² As of August 18, 1951,her married name was Lawrence.¹ She married James Wesley Lawrence, son of Ryan McNeilas Lawrence Sr. and Ruby Irene Pettrey, on August 18, 1951 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,3,2 Alene Cole died on June 19, 2018 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 85.² She Alene C. Lawrence, 85, of Roanoke, Va., was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. She was born on Monday, March 13, 1933, in Princeton, W.Va., daughter of the late Coy Royster Cole Jr. and Virgie Mae Riffe Cole. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, James Wesley Lawrence. Alene grew up in Rock, W.Va. She married her high school sweetheart, James, on August 18, 1951. Their journey together led them from West Virginia to Austria, Chicago, and lastly Virginia. Beginning in 1968, Alene enjoyed a long exemplary career with Elizabeth Arden and its predecessors. Alene and James were charter members of the Salem Church of God where she faithfully served as a Sunday School teacher for many years. Alene was a godly woman who was gracious, kind, and loving, always preferring others above herself. She will be treasured as a devoted wife and loving mother and grandmother. Alene is survived by her children, James David Lawrence and wife, Sally Brewer Lawrence, Steven Wesley Lawrence, Mark Stuart Lawrence and wife, Lauren L. Lawrence, and Cathy Lynn Lawrence; grandchildren, James S. Lawrence and wife, Katie Lawrence, Cole S. Lawrence and wife, Lindsey Lawrence, Joshua R. Lawrence and wife, Cynthia Lawrence, and Ivey E. Amburgey and husband, Andrew Amburgey; siblings, Peggy Yeary and husband Phil, and Leoma Worthington; and beloved pets, Susy, Lissy Lou, and Sulmi. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 25, 2018 in the funeral home's chapel with Rev. Mark Cary officiating. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. The family extends special thanks to Dr. Vashist Nobbee of Lewis Gale Physicians for his loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Good Samaritan Hospice at 2408 Electric Road in Roanoke, Va. 24018. on June 23, 2018.²

     Frank Almond Lawrence was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁶ He was born on January 27, 1934 at Iroquois, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^5,6 He married Mildred Ruth Cockerham on October 29, 1960 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² Frank Almond Lawrence died on April 11, 2012 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 78.^3,6 He PRINCETON - Mr. Frank A. Lawrence, 78, of Princeton, W.Va., died peacefully at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Va. on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Born in Iroquois, W.Va. on January 27, 1934, he was the son of the late Ryan M. Lawrence Sr. and Ruby Pettrey Lawrence. Mr. Lawrence was employed in the trucking industry after serving in the U.S. Army in Korea and during his working career he lived in Staunton, Va., Charlottesville, Va., and Harrisburg, N.C. and has been a resident of Princeton for the last several years, caring for his parents prior to their passing. Frank was an avid fan of Country and Southern Gospel Music and Nascar Racing, spending his latter years with his loving pet, Taco, at his home in Princeton. Mr. Lawrence is survived by his immediate family including three brothers, Ryan Lawrence Jr. and wife, Dollie of Rock, W.Va., James W. Lawrence and wife, Alene of Roanoke, Va., Arlie E. Lawrence and wife, Pat of Greenville, N.C; and one sister, Rita Price and husband, James of Statesville, N.C; various other family members including cousins, nieces, and nephews live primarily in the Princeton area. Mercer County Veteran Counsel will conduct military graveside rites on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in the Chapel of the Wildwood Mausoleum. on April 12, 2012.⁶

     Hazel Anna Lawrence was buried at Obetz Cemetery, Obetz, Franklin Co., Ohio.⁶ She was born on March 24, 1913 at Summers Co., West Virginia. As of September 2, 1932,her married name was Martin.⁷ She married Basil O. Martin on September 2, 1932 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,6,7 Hazel Anna Lawrence died on December 6, 2006 at Grove City, Franklin Co., Ohio, at age 93.⁶ She Hazel A. Martin, age 93, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2006 surrounded by her family. Former member of Frebis Ave. Church of God. Preceded in death by husband Basil O. Martin, and sons Edward, Leroy and Verny Ray. Survived by sons, Kenneth (Joni) Martin, and Harold (Shirley) Martin; daughters, Jewell (Dan) Volz, Geneva Martin, and Ann Cole; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Friends may call Friday, December 29, 2006 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the O.R. Woodyard Co. Chapel, 1346 S. High St., where funeral service will be Saturday, December 30, 2006 at 1 p.m. Reverend Albert Newsome officiating. Interment Obetz Cemetery. on December 28, 2006.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 236-16-5241.⁵ Basil O. Martin was born on August 23, 1907 at West Virginia.^3,5,4 He married Hazel Anna Lawrence, daughter of Archer Almond "Arch" Lawrence and Virginia Caroline "Jennie" Pettrey, on September 2, 1932 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^6,7,2,3 Basil O. Martin died on March 16, 1999 at Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio, at age 91.^5,4

     John H. Harmon was buried at High Lawn Memorial Park, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.³ He was born on May 24, 1930 at Quinwood, Greenbrier Co., West Virginia.^2,5,4 He married Bonnie L. Correll, daughter of Paul Correll and Alma Louise Blake, on September 6, 1952 at Bradley, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^1,2 John H. Harmon died on September 1, 2007 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio, at age 77.^3,5,4 He HARMON, John H. Age 77 of Kettering passed away Saturday September 1, 2007 at the VA Hospice. He was preceded in death by parents Fred and Grace Harmon, 3 brothers (William, Joseph, and Wesley) 3 sisters (Helen Blankenship, Betty Ruth Short Hawkins, Mary Jean Gazzigla). He is survived by loving and devoted wife of 55 years Bonnie, one son Paul (& wife Jody) and two grandsons Matthew and Billy Harmon of Westford, MA, two sisters, Henrietta Jones of Fredricksburg, VA and Shirley Light of Oak Hill, W. VA and many nieces, nephews, and friends. John proudly served in the US Air Force for 6 years, serving 2 years in Okinawa, spent 28 years for McCall's (Dayton Press) and 12 years with Lehigh Press in Carrollton, TX where he helped start up a new TV Guide plant. After retiring , he worked part time for 12 years at Westendorf Printing Co. in Dayton, OH. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Kettering. The family wishes to thank the many friends who helped care for him during many years of illness. Funeral Service 2 pm Monday September 3, 2007 at the Tobias Funeral Home-Far Hills Chapel 5471 Far Hills Ave at Rahn Rd. Dr Barry Jude officiating. Visitation 12 noon to 2 pm Monday at the funeral home. Additional services will be held in W. VA on Tuesday at the Tyree FH followed by interment at High Lawn Memorial Park. on September 2, 2007.³

     William T. Hornbarger was buried at Rest Haven Cemetery, Hagerstown, Washington Co., Maryland.⁴ He was born on October 17, 1906 at Virginia.^1,4 He married Genevieve Palmer circa 1928.³ William T. Hornbarger died on November 24, 1959 at age 53.⁴

     Charles Lee "Charlie" Hornbarger was buried at Rest Haven Cemetery, Hagerstown, Washington Co., Maryland.⁵ He was born on June 19, 1908 at Roderfield, McDowell Co., West Virginia.⁶ He died on April 9, 1970 at New York, New York Co., New York, at age 61.⁵ He NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. — Charles L. Hornbarger, 61, 244 W. Mill St., died Thursday at Belview Hospilal in New York. Born in West Virginia, he was the son of Hiram Edmondson and Hallie Gertrude Lawrence Hornbarger. He was employed as a machinist by the Western Maryland Railway for 11 years. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army in France. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Catherine H. Derbyshire of Ridley Park, Pa., and one brother, Harold C. Hornbarger of Hagerstown. Private funeral services were held today at 2 p. m. at Rest Haven Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Wilbur S. Hogcvoll officiating. Burial was in Rest Haven Cemetery. on April 13, 1970.⁵