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     Hazel Mae Meadows was buried at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.⁷ She Hazel Manning, 83, of Jacksonville, FL passed away peacefully on March 8, 2016 with her loving family by her side. She was born in Glen Daniels, WV and worked for C & P Telephone Co as an operator and a Service Representative. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Eugene Jack Manning; daughter, Lisa Gullian (Glen), K9 grandson, Maxwell; sister, Nancy Camper (Tommy); and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her father Ernest Ray Meadows; mother, Wilda Meadows; and sister, Margaret Meadows.⁴ She was born on May 30, 1932 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.² As of March 9, 1954,her married name was Manning.² She married Eugene Johnson "Jack" Manning Jr. on March 9, 1954 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,4 Hazel Mae Meadows died on March 8, 2016 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 83.⁴

     Eugene Johnson "Jack" Manning Jr. Eugene “Jack” Johnson Manning, Jr., 92 of Jacksonville, FL passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Clear Creek, WV and grew up in Mullins and Beckley, WV. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1949. He received an Associate’s Degree from Beckley College. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1952 – 1954. He was employed by C&P Telephone Co and retired after 35 years of service with perfect attendance. He enjoyed fishing and golfing. His passion was traveling with his wife Hazel. He is survived by his daughter Lisa Gullian (Glen), brother, Ronald Manning and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Meadows Manning with whom he was married for 62 years; parents, Eugene Johnson Manning and Margaret Ann Prentice Manning; and brother, Robert Prentice Manning. There will also be a service at the Jacksonville National Cemetery.³ He was buried at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida.^4,3 He was born on April 25, 1931 at Clear Creek, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.¹ He married Hazel Mae Meadows, daughter of Earnest Ray Meadows and Wilda Eunice Craghead, on March 9, 1954 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Eugene Johnson "Jack" Manning Jr. died on June 11, 2023 at Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida, at age 92.³

     Hazel M. White Hazel M. Craghead, 100, of Princeton Health Care Center, formerly of Speedway, went to her heavenly home early Thursday morning, June 2, 2022, at Princeton Community Hospital. Born February 2, 1922, at Speedway, she was the daughter of the late Arthur White and Mary Susan Akers White. Mrs. Craghead was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. Her family came first, she enjoyed cooking and working in the garden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her husband Leonard E. Craghead, along with 10 siblings. Those left to cherish her memory, five children, Dennis Craghead (Charlotte), Phillip Craghead (Connie), Dana Craghead (Barbara), Sylvia Frey and Judy Berry; Six grandchildren; Ten great-grandchildren; Six great-great-grandchildren; One sister, Jo Ann Crews; Several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the nurses and staff of Princeton Health Care who loved and cared for her during her last years. Burial will follow in the White/Pennington Cemetery at Speedway.² She was buried at Pennington Cemetery, on the left in a field beside a barn near Sun Valley School, Speedway, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² She was born on February 2, 1922 at Speedway, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² As of April 9, 1936,her married name was Craghead.¹ She married Leonard Elton Craghead, son of Lorenzo Maurice Craghead and Bertha Myrtle Pettry, on April 9, 1936 at Speedway, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Hazel M. White died on June 2, 2022 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 100.

     Aubrey J. Craghead was born circa May, 1906 at Pride, Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹ He died on October 23, 1908 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.¹

     Gloria Gail Mullins was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² She was born on December 12, 1939 at Huntington, Cabell Co., West Virginia.^1,3 As of August 11, 1958,her married name was Sigmon.¹ She married Lynwood Lee Sigmon, son of Mawyer Willard Sigmon and Lillie Dochia/Docie Cundiff, on August 11, 1958 at Verdunville, Logan Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Gloria Gail Mullins died on July 17, 2013 at Burke, Fairfax Co., Virginia, at age 73.^2,4 She Gloria Gail Mullins Sigmon of Burke, Va., formerly of Logan, passed away peacefully at her home on July 17, 2013, where she resided with her daughter, Cristy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lynwood; her parents, Wetzel and Evelyn Richards Mullins; her in-laws, Mawyer and Lillie Cundiff Sigmon; sisters-in-law, Josephine Notchie Sigmon and Barbara Jean Atwell; and several aunts, uncles and close friends. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves behind her grieving children, Burma Sigmon Lawson of St. Albans, Melody (Dana) Browning of Chapin, S.C., Brent (Tina) Sigmon of Jacksonville, N.C., Brian Sigmon of Logan, Mark Sigmon of St. Albans and Cristy Sigmon of Burke, Va; a very special grandson, Jeremy (Julie) Sigmon of Alum Creek; and her special lifelong friend, Janice Glenn of Kanawha City. Gail also leaves behind her 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many neices and nephews. In recent years her days were brightened by, and she was Grammy to, her precious boys (dogs), Benji and Sammi. Gail worked several jobs throughout her life, however, the one she loved most was being a mother to her children, cooking and taking care of her family and friends. She also enjoyed music, reading, looking through old pictures, shopping, traveling and watching TV, especially her "trial" shows. Friends may call at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, 409 6th Ave., St Albans, on Tuesday, July 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1023 6th Ave., St. Albans, on Wednesday, July 24, at 10 a.m. Pallbearers will be Mark Sigmon, Jeremy Sigmon, Joshua Lawson, Dana Browning and Brennen White. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery, Bluewell, at a later date. on July 23, 2013.²

     Leva Clara Burton was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on November 29, 1896 at West Virginia.¹ As of December 25, 1917,her married name was Thornton.² She married Herbert Oscar Thornton, son of James Henry Thornton and Belle Velaria Davis, on December 25, 1917 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² Leva Clara Burton died on March 4, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.¹

     His Social Security Number was 236-09-1118.⁷ Walter Norvell Martin was buried at Resthaven Memorial Park, 1917 West Main Street, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on February 3, 1886 at Oakvale, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,4,7 He married Zada "Zadie" Thornton, daughter of James Henry Thornton and Belle Velaria Davis, on February 28, 1912 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,8 Walter Norvell Martin died on March 12, 1970 at Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 84.^7,5,6

     Charles Leland Hauck was buried at Utahville Cemetery, Coalport, Clearfield Co., Pennsylvania.² His Social Security Number was 208-09-3350.⁴ He was born on February 13, 1892 at Punxsutawney, Jefferson Co., Pennsylvania.^5,4,3 He married Ruth Elizabeth Thornton, daughter of James Henry Thornton and Belle Velaria Davis, on August 3, 1947 at War, McDowell Co., West Virginia.¹ Charles Leland Hauck died on May 27, 1979 at East Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio, at age 87.⁶

     Daisy Mae Riggenbach was buried at Greenlawn Memorial Park, New Martinsville, Wetzel Co., West Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 232-03-2117.⁴ She was born on September 17, 1912 at New Martinsville, Wetzel Co., West Virginia.^1,4,3,2 As of March 3, 1946,her married name was Thornton.¹ She married Arthur Bettis Thornton, son of James Henry Thornton and Belle Velaria Davis, on March 3, 1946 at New Martinsville, Wetzel Co., West Virginia.¹ Daisy Mae Riggenbach died on July 31, 1996 at West Virginia at age 83.^4,3

     Lois N. Martin was born on June 6, 1914 at West Virginia.^1,5 She died on April 20, 1940 at Vivian, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 25.⁵

     Robert Killey "Bob" Martin Robert Killey "Bob" Martin, 95, of the Oakvale Road, Princeton, died peacefully at home early Wednesday morning, November 30, 2011 following a long illness. Born February 26, 1916, at Kimball, he was the son of the late Walter N. Martin and Zada Thornton Martin. Mr. Martin finished his schooling at Welch High School and entered the service to serve with the Army Air Corp during World War II. Mr. Martin had a long career in the coal industry having retired from United Poca Fuel Company at Crumpler and Algoma with more than 44 years of service. He was a member of the U.M.W.A. and the V.F.W. He was a member of Stinson United Methodist Church in Princeton. Mr. Martin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, he loved baseball, doing carpentry and spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Moore Martin, Step mother, Thelma Virginia Martin, along with siblings; Evelyn Myrtle, Lois, Marguerite Ruth, William and Virginia Katherine Martin, and two step brothers, Thurman Gene & Teddy. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Suzanne Phillips & husband Fred of Roanoke VA, Casey Martin of Princeton, Marlene Martin of Peterstown; Grandchildren, Jessica Lynn Martin Cordes & husband Nikolaus of Tuscaloosa AL, Robert Eric Martin of Peterstown, Fred A. Phillips Jr. & family of Roanoke VA, Bryan L. Phillips of Vancleave MS; Siblings, Mary Frances Surber and Glenna Lake Womack, and a host of nieces and nephews; And his extended family, at Princeton Community Hospital, Princeton Health Care Center, Hospice Compassus, Dr. Gordon Prescott and his staff, his special caregivers, Sandi Lawrence, Janet Harvey and Monica Lane and the members of Stinson United Methodist Church and Fairview Christian Community Church. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Sunday, December 4, 2011 from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastors Scott Mayberry, Sharon Miller and Phillip Dunford officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.⁴ He was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁴ He was born on February 26, 1916 at Kimball, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^3,9,5,4 He married Elizabeth Warden "Betty" Moore on November 17, 1942 at Kimball, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^3,4 Robert Killey "Bob" Martin died on November 30, 2011 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 95.^4,9

     Mary Frances Martin Mary Frances Sink Surber, age 94, of Bristol, TN went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at her home. She was born in Vivian, West Virginia a daughter of the late Walter Norvell and Zada Thornton Martin. Mary spent most of her life in Bluefield, VA and had lived in the Bristol area since 2005. She was a member of State Street Church of Christ. She is preceded in death by her husbands Claude Burlin Sink, Sr. and G.A. Surber, four sisters, and two brothers. She is survived by: Son: Claude Burlin Sink and wife Barbara. Daughters: Ruth Dickerson and Barbara Shifflett. Grandchildren: Rhonda Rice, William Sink, Brad Sink, Kevin Shifflett. Great Granddaughter: Brianna Sink. Two Great Grandchildren. Sister: Glenna "Lake" Womick and husband Bob. Several Nieces and Nephews. Funeral services will be held 8 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2013 in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Dan Bailey and Brother-in-law Phil Dunford officiating. Burial will be 11 AM Wednesday in Maple Hill Cemetery in Bluefield, VA. The family will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Bob Sink, Ronnie Sagaty and Jessie James Sink.⁶ Her married name was Surber.⁶ She was buried at Maple Hill Cemetery, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.⁶ She married Glen Austin Surber.⁶ Mary Frances Martin was born on May 7, 1917 at Vivian, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^8,6 As of August 6, 1938,her married name was Sink.³ She married Claude Burlin Sink Sr. on August 6, 1938 at Crumpler, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^3,6 Mary Frances Martin died on February 17, 2013 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee, at age 95.^8,6

     Her Social Security Number was 264-72-0580.² Margaret Ruth Martin was buried at Lakeland Memorial Gardens, 2125 Bartow Road, Lakeland, Polk Co., Florida.⁷ She was born on February 11, 1920 at Kimball, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,8 As of June 29, 1940,her married name was Norman.³ She married Levi Bryant Norman on June 29, 1940 at Marion, Smyth Co., Virginia.^3,9 Margaret Ruth Martin died on March 9, 1991 at Bartow, Polk Co., Florida, at age 71.^2,8,9 She Margaret Norman, 71, of Bartow, died Saturday at her home. A native of Kimball, W.Va., she moved to Bartow in 1961 from Chuluota. She was a retired secretary for the Polk County School Board, and a member of First United Methodist Church in Bartow and the Bartow Pilot Club. She is survived by her husband, Levi B. Sr; four sons, Levi B. Jr. of Houston, Martin of St. Petersburg, and David and Michael, both of Bartow; two daughters, Mancy Gore of Chuluota and Susan Bacher of Clio, Ala; a brother, Robert Martin of Princeton, W.Va; three sisters, Mary Serber of Abington, W.Va., and Virginia Dunford and Lake Womick, both of Forest City, N.C; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Whidden-McLean Funeral Home. on March 11, 1991.⁹

     His Social Security Number was 232-24-8193.² William Elbert Martin was buried at Bay Pines National Cemetery, Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, Pinellas Co., Florida.⁶ He was born on June 27, 1921 at Vivian, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,7,8,6 He married Helen Mae Young on July 10, 1941 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.⁹ William Elbert Martin died on November 7, 1989 at Pinellas Co., Florida, at age 68.^2,7,8,6

     Virginia Katherine Martin was buried at Columbus Presbyterian Cemetery, Columbus, Polk Co., North Carolina.⁶ She was born on March 28, 1923 at West Virginia.^1,7 As of circa 1944,her married name was Dunford.⁵ She married Rev. Dr. Philip W. Dunford circa 1944.⁵ Virginia Katherine Martin died on April 1, 2011 at Forest City, Rutherford Co., North Carolina, at age 88.^7,5 She Virginia Martin Dunford - After a lengthy decline Ginny entered into the promised eternal rest on April 1st, just days after her 88th birthday. She was one of seven children born to the late Walter N. Martin and Zada (Thornton) Martin of Mercer County, WV. After growing up in Vivian, West Virginia, she joined the US Marine Corps in 1942, serving until 1944 and reaching the rank of Corporal. Following her military service she was educated at Presbyterian College. She served as a Child Welfare worker in Florida. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, the Reverend Dr. Philip W. Dunford of Forest City; a brother, Robert Martin, Princeton, WV; two sisters, Mary Surber, Bristol, TN, and Glenna Womick, Forest City. She was the mother of a daughter Kate Dunford of Raleigh, NC; three sons, The Rev Skip Dunford of Elizabethtown, KY, Timothy Dunford of Mandeville, LA. She also loved her six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Dunford. A devoted spouse and mother, and doting "MeeMaw", Ginny was also an avid outdoors-person, enjoying camping, hiking and fishing. She was a world traveler. Her strong faith and devotion to her Lord Jesus led her to active service in the Presbyterian Church (USA). She served at various times and places as a Teacher and choir member, and was an ordained Elder and occasional preacher. She was an active participant in Women of the Church, receiving the Lifetime Woman of the Church Award. She was also honored with the status of Elder Emeritus by First Presbyterian Church, Forest City. An outstanding contributor to the life of her community, she dedicated her life to serving those in need. She helped found the Forest City Christmas Cheer Center where she served as Director for 8 years. She volunteered at Yokefellow, delivered Meals on Wheels, and assisted at Isothermal Community College Library. In recognition of her community service she received the NC Governor's Award; the Forest City Kiwanis Citizen of the Year Award; and the prestigious international Others Award from The Salvation Army. An informal service of witness to the promise of resurrection and celebrating her life will be held at Seven o'clock on Monday, April 4th, at First Presbyterian Church, Forest City. No formal visitation is planned and the family will be at the Dunford home. on April 3, 2011.⁵

     Glenna Lake Martin was buried at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, 250 Hudlow Road, Forest City, Rutherford Co., North Carolina.^4,5 She Mrs. Glenna Martin Womick, age 87 of Owens Street, Forest City, died Monday, May 5, 2014 at her home. Born in West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Walter N. Martin and Zada Thornton Martin and was the widow of the late Robert Quinn "Bob" Womick, Sr. She was a bookkeeper for many businesses through the years, and last worked in the Isothermal Community College Library. Mrs. Womick was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church where she was Past-President of the United Methodist Women, was active in the Women's Circle, a founding member and an integral part of the church bizarre committee, and she also served on various other church committees. She was also involved with Meals On Wheels, a very active volunteer with Yokefellow, and also served as a Cub Scout Den Mother. Survivors include her son, Robert Womick, Jr. and wife Carol of Forest City; daughters, Sharon Graham and husband Mickey of Ellenboro, Sandra Dale and husband Tom of Bermuda, Toni Gamble and husband John of Cary, NC; grandchildren, John Gamble, Jr., Lisa Gamble, Skip Steffey, Rich Steffey, Ryan Steffey, Chip Graham, Tracy Miller, Lori Carpenter, and Quinn Womick; eight great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Frances Cobb of Forest City, and brothers-in-law, Grady Womick and Phil Dunford, both of Forest City. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew Lail, brothers and sisters, Mary Suber, Robert Martin, Margaret Norman, Bill Martin, Virginia Dunford, Lois Martin, and Evelyn Martin. Funeral services will be held 2 pm Wednesday, May 7, 2014 in the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church with Rev. Ron Setzer and Dr. Phil Dunford officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.⁵ She was born on October 11, 1926 at West Virginia.^4,9 As of June 14, 1947,her married name was Womick.⁴ She married Robert Quinn "Bob" Womick Sr. on June 14, 1947.^3,4,5,6 Glenna Lake Martin died on May 5, 2014 at Forest City, Rutherford Co., North Carolina, at age 87.^4,9,5

     Her Social Security Number was 234-32-5734.⁴ Elizabeth Warden "Betty" Moore was born on September 26, 1920 at Hellier, Pike Co., Kentucky.^3,4 As of November 17, 1942,her married name was Martin.¹ She married Robert Killey "Bob" Martin, son of Walter Norvell Martin and Zada "Zadie" Thornton, on November 17, 1942 at Kimball, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Elizabeth Warden "Betty" Moore died on February 18, 2006 at West Virginia at age 85.⁴

     Claude Burlin Sink Sr. was buried at Maple Hill Cemetery, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.² He was born on November 17, 1916 at Nolan, Mingo Co., West Virginia.^1,2 He married Mary Frances Martin, daughter of Walter Norvell Martin and Zada "Zadie" Thornton, on August 6, 1938 at Crumpler, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,3 Claude Burlin Sink Sr. died on August 8, 1953 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 36; Died in a slate fall in a mining accident.²

     Herbert Oscar Thornton Jr. was buried at Chambers Cemetery, Lindside, Monroe Co., West Virginia.² He was born on October 8, 1918 at Monroe Co., West Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Oct 14, 1918.^1,2 He died on February 25, 1920 at Lindside, Monroe Co., West Virginia, at age 1; His death certificate has a death date of Feb 14, 1920.^1,2

     Fleta E. Wilkins was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, Virginia.¹ She was born on March 15, 1905 at Virginia.^2,1 As of circa 1929,her married name was Thornton.² She married Wilbur Frank Thornton Sr., son of James Henry Thornton and Belle Velaria Davis, circa 1929.^2,1,3 Fleta E. Wilkins died on August 9, 1976 at age 71.¹

     His Social Security Number was 231-76-0850.³ Jerry Wayne Hatcher Sr. was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.² He was born on August 1, 1953 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,2,4 He married Cathy Unknown circa 1972.² Jerry Wayne Hatcher Sr. died on April 5, 2009 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 55.^2,3,5 He Jerry Hatcher Sr., 55, of Christiansburg, Va., born on August 1, 1953, went to heaven to rest on Sunday, April 5, 2009. Jerry was a loving man and faithful friend. Jerry never met a challenge building or framing that he could not rise to. He is preceded in death by his mother, Frances Karr; and brother, Stanley Hatcher. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Cathy. She was the light of his world and was by his side every minute. He is also survived by his children, Jerry W. Hatcher Jr. and wife, Nichole, and Crystal Stump and husband, Joey; grandchildren, Michael Stump, Katlin Stump and Samantha Hatcher; his father, T.W. Hatcher, of Shawsville; brothers, Donnie Hatcher, of Shawsville, Dennis Hatcher and wife, Lisa, of Shawsville, and Raymond Hatcher and Donna, of Christiansburg; sister, Linda Mize and husband, Keith, of Salem; stepfather, Thomas Karr, of Salem; special friends, Bob Ratcliff and Kelly Walters; and many, many other friends. We want to offer a special thanks to all who prayed for and visited him. Also his care giver, Dr. McCoy, who was a blessing to the family, and to the nursing staff at Montgomery Regional Hospital. We will forever miss his smile and humor. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Horne Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with special friend, Pastor Neil Turner officiating. Interment to follow at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg, Va. Online condolences may be sent to www.hornefuneralservice.com. The Hatcher family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. on April 7, 2009.²