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     Her Social Security Number was 236-30-0641.⁶ Betty Lee Alexander was born on June 15, 1923 at Pratt, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,6 As of August 10, 1942,her married name was Martin.² She married William Meredith Martin on August 10, 1942 at Mt. Hope, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,7 Betty Lee Alexander died on December 3, 2003 at Fayette Co., West Virginia, at age 80.^6,8 She MOUNT HOPE - Betty L. Martin, 80, of Mount Hope died Dec. 3, 2003. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at Tyree Funeral Home, Mount Hope. The body was cremated. on December 5, 2003.⁸

     Herbert Woodson Alexander Herbert Woodson Alexander, 89, born October 9, 1927, in Nuttalburg, WV., died Sunday, November 6, 2016 at Mother Angeline McCrory Manor in Columbus, OH, after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He will be remembered always as a loving husband, father, PaPa, and loyal Mountaineer fan. Being drafted into the U.S. Army while attending Montgomery High School, Montgomery, WV, he earned his GED in later years. He served six years with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the last three in Germany, and received the World War II Victory medal, the Army OCC medal, and the Good Conduct medal. In 1953, he began working in the parts department at Rish Equipment, Charleston/St. Albans, WV. He retired as their Parts Manager in 1998 with 45 years of service. He was a member of Forrest Burdette United Methodist Church in Hurricane and The American Legion in Milton. He was preceded in death by his father, William Sheridan Alexander; his mother, Elizabeth Kathryn (Lipford) Alexander Lambert Nesselroad; 1 sister, Betty Lee Martin. Survivors include his wife, Cornelia Anne(Crews)Alexander, Charleston; daughter, Leigh Anne Alexander Strahler (Francis), New Albany, OH; son, William Brian Alexander (Kristin Talarico), grandchildren, Olivia, Oscar, and Madelin Alexander, New Philadelphia, OH. Private family graveside service followed by burial at Montgomery Memorial Gardens, London, WV. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mother Angeline McCrory Manor, 5199 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43213.³ He was buried at Montgomery Memorial Park, Route 60, London, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.³ He married Cornelia Anne Crews.³ Herbert Woodson Alexander was born on October 9, 1927 at Nuttallburg, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,3,4 He died on November 6, 2016 at Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio, at age 89.³

     Robert Franklin Day was buried at Southlawn Cemetery, Aiken, Aiken Co., South Carolina.³ His Social Security Number was 234-24-1451.⁴ He was born on October 17, 1915 at Handley, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^1,4,2,3 He married Norma Elizabeth Alexander, daughter of James Dryden Alexander and Beatrice Dickerson, on December 15, 1945 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^1,5,3 Robert Franklin Day died on October 22, 1997 at Aiken, Aiken Co., South Carolina, at age 82.^4,3

     Edward Floyd Johnson was buried at San Lorenzo Cemetery, 1635 US 1 South, St. Augustine, St. Johns Co., Florida.⁴ His Social Security Number was 279-05-8021.⁸ He married Edith Huddleston.⁹ Edward Floyd Johnson married Dorothy May Fish.⁴ Edward Floyd Johnson was born on May 2, 1909 at West Virginia.^5,3,8,4 He died on October 4, 1994 at Forsyth Co., North Carolina, at age 85.^3,8,4

     Her Social Security Number was 236-30-7709.⁷ Mary E. Johnson was buried at Carmel Cemetery, Zenith Road, Gap Mills, Monroe Co., West Virginia.⁸ She was born on June 17, 1911 at West Virginia.^1,7 As of December 29, 1948,her married name was Looney.⁵ She married Aner Otmer Looney on December 29, 1948 at Meigs Co., Ohio.⁵ Mary E. Johnson died on November 7, 1998 at West Virginia at age 87.⁷

     Audrey Jean Pauline McGuyer Jean Trump, age 84, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 2, 1940, in Christiansburg, Virginia, she lived a life of love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Molly McGuyer; siblings, Luther, Lowell, and Dorthy; her beloved husband, Ed Trump Sr; son, Eddie Trump Jr; and several cherished family members and friends. Jean is survived by her children, Kathy Harvey, Debbie Akers, Shelby (Donald) Main, and Jerry Trump (Sue Williams), as well as Eddie Trump Jr.'s wife, Paulette Trump. She was a proud grandmother to Bobby Trump, Devin Trump, Dr. Troy (Nancy) Akers, Brittany (Michael) Lee, Amber Ogle, Aaron (Adaline) Harvey, Naomi (Robbie) Campbell and a beloved great-grandmother to Mollie and Laney Akers, Guy Trump, Emsley, Avery, Maelyn Ogle, and Remington Campbell. Lovingly known as "Granny," Jean was a dedicated member of the Christiansburg Auxiliary, honorary Christiansburg Rescue Squad member and served as a compassionate nurse for the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, whose home was always filled with love, laughter, and warmth. Her kindness, strength, and generosity touched many lives. She leaves behind many dear family members and friends, with special gratitude to Linda Robinson, Jennifer Zimmerman, Loretta Underwood, James Hoover and Steve and Jennifer Martin. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Roanoke, Virginia, for their compassionate care. Jean will be deeply missed but forever remembered, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness.² She was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on August 2, 1940 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,3 As of February 27, 1954,her married name was Trump.¹ She married Edward Jackson "Ed" Trump Sr., son of Henry Jackson Trump and Lakie Fannie McGuyer, on February 27, 1954 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2 Audrey Jean Pauline McGuyer died on March 8, 2025 at Virginia at age 84.²

     Edward Jackson "Eddie" Trump Jr. Edward J. Trump Jr. of Christiansburg, VA went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. He was born in Christiansburg on August 29, 1954. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward J. Trump, Sr., his grandmother Molly McGuyer, his special mentor Hubert Horne and a special friend Kay Young. Eddie is survived by his wife of 46 years, Paulette Trump; his children, Bobby (April) Trump and Devin Trump; grandson, Guy Trump; mother, Jean Trump; siblings: Kathy Harvey, Debbie Akers, Shelby (Donald) Main, Jerry (Sue Williams) Trump; special family and caretaker, Jennifer Zimmerman; special niece, Brittany (Michael) Lee; numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces; special family: Angelia (Paul) Savel, Nikki Partin, Josh Savel, Matthew (Cat) Hauschildt, and Taylor (Aaron) Lusk; special friend, Dickie Horne; faithful companion, Cassie, and numerous other family and friends. Eddie was employed to work at Sunset Cemetery in Christiansburg by Hubert Horne in the summer of 1971. Shortly after he was hired as an employee of the then Richardson-Horne Funeral Home in October of 1971. Eddie earned his funeral director's license and embalmer's license and graduated from the Cincinnati College of Embalming in 1975. Hubert Horne purchased the remaining Richardson stock in 1972, and in 1987 he and his son, Dick, gifted several shares of stock of the funeral home to Eddie. In 1996 he was made Vice President of the firm; a position he held until March 31, 2014. In 2013 Eddie, a diabetic, suffered the first of several strokes and soon became unable to work. He retired on March 31, 2014. Eddie was a member of Christiansburg Rescue Squad from 1975 to 2013. During his service, longest active running member and achieved his Life Membership. Interment will be in Sunset Cemetery.⁴ He was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on August 29, 1954 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Paulette Lynn Ashcraft on June 17, 1976 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Edward Jackson "Eddie" Trump Jr. died on January 11, 2022 at Virginia at age 67.⁴

     James Corbin "Jim" Harvey James Harvey, Mar 19, 1952 - Sep 6, 2010. Harvey, James “Jim” Corbin, 58, of Blue Ridge, passed away September 6, 2010. He was born to the late Horace Harvey, Sr. and Lillie Harvey. Mr. Harvey was preceded in death by his brother, Horace Harvey, Jr. and father-in-law, Edward J. Trump, Sr. Survivors include his wife, Kathy T. Harvey; sons, Aaron J. Harvey, of Blue Ridge, and Paul L. Vaught, of Pilot; brothers, Charlie Harvey (Flora), William Harvey (Charlotte), and John T. Harvey, all of Roanoke; sisters, Jean Moore (George), of Roanoke, and Lois Waldram, of Grafton; mother-in-law, Jean M. Trump, of Christiansburg; brothers and sister-in-law, Edward J. Trump, Jr. (Paulette), Debbie Akers (Terry), Shelby Main (Donald), and Jerry Trump (Sue); numerous nephews and nieces; and special friends, Monte Wood, Fincastle, and Mike Orange, Thaxton. Interment to follow in Sunset Cemetery.⁴ His Social Security Number was 227-76-5096.⁶ He was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^7,4 He was born on March 19, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,7,4,6 He married Kathy Jo Trump, daughter of Edward Jackson "Ed" Trump Sr. and Audrey Jean Pauline McGuyer, on January 4, 1976 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 James Corbin "Jim" Harvey died on September 6, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 58.^7,4,6,5

     Terry Dwayne Akers was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,6 His Social Security Number was 228-80-9544.⁷ He was born on August 12, 1955 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,6,7 He married Deborah Ann "Debbie" Trump, daughter of Edward Jackson "Ed" Trump Sr. and Audrey Jean Pauline McGuyer, on September 4, 1976 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Terry Dwayne Akers died on October 18, 2010 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 55.^2,5,6,7 He Terry Dwayne Akers, 55, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Monday, October 18, 2010. He was born on August 12, 1955, in Christiansburg, Va., the second of three sons born to Kenneth and Stella Akers. A lifelong resident of Christiansburg, Mr. Akers worked for 33 years at Wolverine Gasket Company, retiring in 2007. He was a member of the Christiansburg Church of the Brethren and was dedicated to his community, serving as a member of the Christiansburg Rescue Squad from 1994 until his health deteriorated at which time he was awarded life membership. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Akers. His survivors include his loving wife of 34 years, Debbie; the lights of his life, his son, United States Army Captain, Dr. Troy Akers and his wife, Nancy, of Savannah, Ga; daughter, Amber Akers, of Christiansburg, Va; his little princess, granddaughter, Mollie Akers, of Savannah, Ga; his mother, Stella Akers, of Christiansburg, Va; brothers, Doyle Akers (Linda), of Lady Lake, Fla., and Mark Akers (Margie), of Christiansburg, Va; mother-in-law, Jean Trump, of Christiansburg, Va; brother and sisters-in-law, Eddie Trump (Paulette), of Christiansburg, Va., Kathy Harvey, of Blue Ridge, Va., Shelby Main (Donald), of Christiansburg, and Jerry Trump (Sue), of Christiansburg. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to the Carilion NRVMC CCU nursing staff for their exceptional care. Interment in Sunset Cemetery will be private. on October 20, 2010.²

     His Social Security Number was 234-34-3616.⁶ Howard Richard Hanson Jr. was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁷ He married Mary Helen Brown.⁸ Howard Richard Hanson Jr. was born on November 3, 1925 at Montgomery, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^2,3,9,6 He and Mary Helen Brown were divorced before 1953.⁸ Howard Richard Hanson Jr. died on August 29, 1985 at South Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 59.^9,4 He Howard Hanson Jr., 59, of South Charleston, died Thursday in Thomas Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was a disabled veteran of World War II and was a 25-year resident of Kanawha County. Surviving: daughters, Linda Osborne of Pinch, Brenda Thomas of Spring Hill; mother, Mrs. Bertha Christy of South Charleston; brother, Robert Lee of Charleston; sister, Greta Ward of Spring Hill; six granddaughters. on September 1, 1985.⁴

     Her married name was Carr.⁴ Her Social Security Number was 235-46-7516.⁷ Her married name was Neremschwander.⁴ Her married name was Ward.¹ Greta Jane Hanson married Unknown Ward.^1,4,5 Greta Jane Hanson married Unknown Neremschwander.⁴ Greta Jane Hanson married Unknown Carr.⁴ Greta Jane Hanson was born on January 25, 1932 at Union, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,7,4 As of January 6, 1950,her married name was Dean.² She married James Dean Jr. on January 6, 1950 at St. Albans, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.² Greta Jane Hanson died on June 20, 1994 at West Virginia at age 62.⁷

     Brenda Joyce Hanson Brenda Joyce Hanson Thomas 68, of South Charleston passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 after a short illness. She was born in South Charleston on February 11, 1948. She was raised by her late grandmother Bertha Christy. On November 27, 1976 she married Wilmer "Red" Thomas II and they enjoyed 39 years of loving marriage together. Brenda was a mother to three girls. Lora Reneau Flores (Ian Flores), Shawna Crystle Carter (Bruce Carter II) and Shana Christina Woodson (William Woodson). Brenda was a loving grandmother to eleven grandchildren. Nina Flores, Lydia Flores, Ian-Isaac Flores, Nadia Flores, Amelia Flores, Laila Flores, Sydney Carter, Lillian Woodson, Mayrose Woodson, Liam Woodson and Violet Woodson. Brenda owned her own business and provided love and support to many people. She enjoyed traveling and often talked about her experiences living and traveling abroad. She loved taking her children for walks in the woods and turning that walk into an exciting adventure. She was an involved mother who was always there for her children. She would make homemade pea soup when they were sick, take them to parks, helped with school projects and instilled important religious values in each of them. Brenda grew up loving the outdoors, roller skating, and going to dances. Brenda met her soulmate on the playground when she was in grade school. She would later meet him again years later at a roller skating rink and after a courtship, married. The love between the two of them was unmeasurable. They adored one another and cherished every moment they spent together. They were best friends and did everything together. Brenda was an amazing mother, wife and friend. There are no words to express the love she had for her family. She would move heaven and earth for her children. She was always there ready to listen with comforting advice to anyone that needed it. She had a heart of gold and gave to anyone that was in need. She was a great hostess, and always made sure you never left hungry. Her favorite holiday was Christmas. She loved to go shopping and couldn't wait to see the look on her family's faces as they unwrapped their special gifts she so carefully chose. She loved to decorate and would take the time to make all of her children's favorite dishes. She was strong in her faith and loved the Lord. She was simply extraordinary. She was preceded in death by her father Howard Hanson, Jr. and grandmother Bertha Christy. Those left to cherish memories along with her husband Wilmer "Red" Thomas II are her three daughters, Lora Flores, Shawna Carter and Shana Woodson and her sister Linda Osborne and many family members and friends. A celebration of Brenda's life will take place at 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston with the Rev. James Wright, Jr. presiding. Entombment will be held in Sunset Memorial Park.² She was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.² She was born on February 11, 1948 at South Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.² As of November 27, 1976,her married name was Thomas.² She married Wilmer "Red" Thomas on November 27, 1976.^3,2 Brenda Joyce Hanson died on October 9, 2016 at Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 68.²

     Gloria Faye Hudnall was buried at Mount Moriah Baptist Cemetery, Hurricane, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^3,5 She was born on April 25, 1938 at Ward, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^3,5 As of June 3, 1957,her married name was Thornton.⁵ She married Darrell Randolph Thornton on June 3, 1957.^3,5 Gloria Faye Hudnall died on September 16, 2014 at Florida at age 76.^3,5 She Gloria Faye Thornton, 76, passed away on September 16, 2014. Gloria was born in Ward, West Virginia on April 25, 1938 to Charles and Ona (Jarrell) Hudnall. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Darrell Thornton. She is survived by her son Randy Thornton (Sandy); daughter Sandy K. Thornton; brothers Terry Hudnall (Theresa), Pete Hudnall (Jamaica) and Mike Hudnall (Mary); three grandchildren April (Greg), Any (Heath) and Bodie (Savannah); seven great-grandchildren Kane, Brooklyn, Jordan, Ethan, Kyla, Cooper, and Brantley; many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all. Family will receive friends and guests on Sunday, September 21, 2014 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Countryside Funeral Home, 9185 NE Jacksonville Road, Anthony. Gloria will be buried at Mt. Moriah Cemetery in West Virginia. on September 20, 2014.³

     Darrell Randolph Thornton was buried at Mount Moriah Baptist Cemetery, Hurricane, Putnam Co., West Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 233-58-7385.⁴ He was born on August 11, 1936 at Ward, Kanawha Co., West Virginia.^2,3,4,5 He married Gloria Faye Hudnall, daughter of Charles Luther Hudnall and Ona Arbutus Jarrell, on June 3, 1957.^1,2 Darrell Randolph Thornton died on August 16, 2008 at Florida at age 72; His gravestone has a death date of Aug 17, 2008.^2,3,4 He Citra - Darrell R. Thornton, 72, died suddenly on Aug. 16, 2008. He was born in Ward, WV and moved to this area in 1986. He retired from Union Carbide as a project engineer after 30 years of service. After moving to this area, he was a construction supervisor for many building projects in Marion County. He was a member of Salina Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite Bodies, the Beni Keden Shrine Temple and the Moose Lodge, all in Charleston, WV. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with his family. He had a workshop at his home where he did all kinds of projects from woodworking to metal working to small engine repairs and even auto repairs. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Gloria of Citra, his loving children; son, Randal Thornton and wife Sandy of Cabin Creek, WV and daughter, Sandra Kaye Thornton of Citra; his sister, Erma Vinson of Chesapeake, VA; his grandchildren, April, Amy and Bodie; five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at HIERS-BAXLEY FUNERAL SERVICES, 910 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Hurricane, WV. on August 20, 2008.³

     Agnes Madeline Hudnall was buried at Restlawn Memory Gardens, 1 Memory Garden Road, Victor, Fayette Co., West Virginia.⁵ She was born on September 17, 1909 at Meadow Fork, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^3,5 As of August 30, 1927,her married name was Neff.⁴ She married George Anderson Neff on August 30, 1927 at Victor, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^4,5 Agnes Madeline Hudnall died on November 5, 1964 at Charleston, Kanawha Co., West Virginia, at age 55.⁵