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     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