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     Frances Magdalene Akers was buried at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren Church Cemetery, Rt. 750, Alum Ridge, Floyd Co., Virginia.^2,4 She was born on September 3, 1932 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4 As of June 14, 1950,her married name was Weeks.⁵ She married Posey Merlin Weeks, son of George William Weeks and Mary Jane "Jannie" Gathercole, on June 14, 1950 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,5 Frances Magdalene Akers died on October 7, 2018 at Virginia at age 86.² She Frances Magdalene Akers Weeks, 86, of Floyd, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Posey Weeks; parents, Chymer and Lena Akers; brother, J.T. Akers; and sister, Lucille Duncan. She is survived by a son, Steve Weeks of Greenwood; daughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and Randy Gallimore of Floyd; grandsons, Steven (Allison) Weeks of Riner; Matthew (Jessica) Gallimore of Floyd; Andrew (Charity) Weeks of Troutville; and granddaughter, Sara (Justin) Coleman of Floyd. Also surviving are her seven great grandchildren, Hunter and Melanie Gallimore, Isaiah, Eli, and Asher Coleman, and Silas and Mason Weeks; sister-in-law, Lucille Akers; and very special nieces and nephews. Frances truly loved her family and was devoted to caring for them. She was a dedicated wife and mother, a perfect example of the type of woman ordained by God. She loved to babysit, reciting every nursery rhyme imaginable. She was a faithful member and deaconess of Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren. As a Sunday School teacher she lived as she taught, treating others with kindness and never speaking an unkind word. She enjoyed spending time sitting on her porch swing overlooking God's creation. Following her recent stroke, Frances could still sing from memory so many of her cherished hymns with the most beautiful harmony. The funeral service will be at Pleasant Valley Church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. on October 8, 2018.²

     Loy Norman Belcher was buried at Laurel Branch Cemetery (aka Goodykoontz Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5 He was born on June 3, 1943 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,3 He married Elizabeth Garland "Liz" Hawk on June 11, 1983 at Charleston Co., South Carolina.^1,6 Loy Norman Belcher and Elizabeth Garland "Liz" Hawk were divorced on May 29, 2003 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁸ Loy Norman Belcher died on January 19, 2018 at Virginia at age 74.³ He Loy Norman Belcher, 74, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018. Loy was born in Floyd, Va. to the late Warren Compton Belcher and Ilene Weeks Belcher. He is survived by his son Justin; daughter-in-law Martha; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Loy was a kind, loyal and hardworking man who could fix just about anything and was always willing to help anyone in need. Loy was hired as one of the first employees of Ingersoll Rand Roanoke and continued there for over 25 years working in manufacturing. He loved to hike and enjoy nature around his home in Roanoke, Va. and second home in Mauldin, S.C. He was a fiercely independent man who enjoyed projects and loved tinkering with old equipment and machinery. He will be sorely missed by his family and his community. A graveside service will be held at Laurel Branch Cemetery. on January 25, 2018.³

     Barbara Jean Belcher Barbara Jean Harrison, 76, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2017. Barbara was born in Floyd to the late Warren C. and Ilene Weeks Belcher. She is survived by her beloved daughter Diona, two spoiled cats, and brother Loy Belcher. Barbara was a sweet and funny lady who left a wonderful impression on everyone she met. She found great joy in gardening and tinkering with her vintage treasures. Barbara spent 30 years in the D.C. area, partnering to build multiple successful businesses, but she rather enjoyed her second career at Roanoke Antique Mall. Her caring and generosity will truly be missed. Many thanks to those at Emily Couric Cancer Center & UVA Medical Center, Blue Ridge Cancer Care & Roanoke Memorial Hospital, who fight Leukemia every day. A graveside service will be held at Laurel Branch Cemetery.⁴ She was buried at Laurel Branch Cemetery (aka Goodykoontz Cemetery), Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4 She and John Gilbert "Jack" Harrison were divorced.⁶ Barbara Jean Belcher was born on November 13, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 As of May 22, 1962,her married name was Harrison.^1,7 She married John Gilbert "Jack" Harrison on May 22, 1962 at Washington, D.C..^1,2,7 Barbara Jean Belcher died on April 4, 2017 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 76.^3,4

     His Social Security Number was 203-30-2957.⁶ John Gilbert "Jack" Harrison and Barbara Jean Belcher were divorced.⁴ John Gilbert "Jack" Harrison was born on January 4, 1941.^6,7 He married Barbara Jean Belcher, daughter of Warren Compton Belcher and Ilene Sarah Elizabeth Weeks, on May 22, 1962 at Washington, D.C..^1,2,3 John Gilbert "Jack" Harrison died on January 12, 2012 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 71.^4,6,7,5 He The funeral John Gilbert Harrison, 71, who died Thursday, Jan. 12, was conducted Monday. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Sr. and Lena Swank Harrison; and brothers, George Jr., Dennis, Robert and Mina Harrison. Survivors include his daughter, Diona Harrison of Roanoke; brother, Daniel Harrison (Louise) of California; and sister, Gloria Hunsberger (Tom) of Pennsylvania. on January 18, 2012.⁴

     Althea Reed was buried at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren Church Cemetery, Rt. 750, Alum Ridge, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on June 23, 1931 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,3 As of June 22, 1949,her married name was Weeks.² She married George Junior "Georgie" Weeks, son of George William Weeks and Mary Jane "Jannie" Gathercole, on June 22, 1949 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,5 Althea Reed died on July 10, 2018 at Virginia at age 87.¹ She Althea Reed Weeks, 87 of Floyd, Va., went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July 10, 2018. She was preceded by her husband, George Weeks, Jr. She is survived by her sons, Randy (Lois) Weeks and David Weeks; granddaughter, Megan Schumann (Michael); great-grandsons, Porter & Dawson Schumann. Interment to follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. on July 12, 2018.¹

     Steven Posey "Steve" Weeks Steven Posey Weeks, age 66, formerly of Floyd, passed away at his home in Greenwood on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. After graduating from Floyd County High School in 1972, Steve began his career in the construction business and worked until his retirement earlier this year. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dianna, of Greenwood; and parents, Posey and Frances Weeks, of Alum Ridge. Survivors include his two sons, Steven (Allison) Weeks, of Riner and Andrew Weeks, of Troutville; two grandchildren, Mason and Silas; and a sister, Marilyn (Randy) Gallimore, of Floyd.⁵ He was born on March 16, 1954 at Patrick Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Avis Coleen Shockley on October 11, 1975 at Floyd Co., Virginia.³ Steven Posey "Steve" Weeks and Avis Coleen Shockley were divorced on March 31, 1997 at Nelson Co., Virginia.³ Steven Posey "Steve" Weeks married Dianna Lynn Toms on October 14, 2000 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.³ Steven Posey "Steve" Weeks died on December 8, 2020 at Greenwood, Albemarle Co., Virginia, at age 66.⁵

     Jeffrey Ray Collins Jeffrey Ray Collins, Feb 18, 1963 - Aug 11, 2024. Jeffrey R. Collins 61 of Rocky Mount, Va passed away Sunday August 11, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Dorothy Collins. Jeff is survived by his loving sisters Wanda Hypes of Roanoke and Debra Ayers (Donald) of Goodview. Aunt Pauline Palmer of Goodview. Nieces Cindy, Kelly and Chasity, nephew Donald Jr. as well as many great nieces and nephews. Numerous cousins and friends alike. Special cousin Tony Hobbs. Jeff was also survived by his faithful friend and companion Chopper who rarely left his side everywhere Jeff went you were guaranteed to see Chopper right beside him or just a step ahead.³ He married Rae Unknown.⁴ Jeffrey Ray Collins was born on February 18, 1963 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 He died on August 11, 2024 at Virginia at age 61.³

     His Social Security Number was 229-36-7057.¹¹ Harless Weldon Jones was buried at Huffville Union Church Cemetery, 1078 Huffville Road, NE, Terrys Fork, Floyd Co., Virginia.^4,5,12 He was born on September 3, 1931 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^{11,4,13,6,5,10,8} He married Anna Lee Linkous on June 8, 1951 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.⁷ Harless Weldon Jones and Anna Lee Linkous were divorced on September 5, 1973 at Floyd Co., Virginia.⁸ Harless Weldon Jones died on March 8, 1987 at Radford, Virginia, at age 55.^4,5,12 He Harless W. Jones, age 55, died Sunday, March 8, 1987, in a Radford hospital. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Brenda J. and Roger D. Stanley, Riner; two brothers, Ivan L. Jones, Riner; Marvin D. Jones, Pilot; two sisters, Katheleen J. Vest, Riner; Mary Blondine Jones, Pilot; and a grandson, Lonnie Scott Stanley. Interment will follow in the Huffville Cemetery. on March 9, 1987.¹²

     Dr. Silas Terry Yeatts was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on July 16, 1888 at Pittsylvania Co., Virginia; His gravestone and death certificate have a birth date of Jul 16, 1887.^2,3,5,6 He married Maricita Pearl Peake circa 1911.^8,6 Dr. Silas Terry Yeatts died on April 27, 1948 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 59.^5,6

     Mary Esther Yeatts was buried at Edgewater New Smyrna Cemetery, 700 South Ridgewood Avenue, Edgewater, Volusia Co., Florida.^4,6 She was born on September 14, 1893 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^7,6 As of circa 1911,her married name was Hester.⁴ She married Dr. James Harvey Hester circa 1911.⁴ Mary Esther Yeatts died on November 12, 1975 at Volusia Co., Florida, at age 82.^4,7,6 She FLORIDA -- Funeral services for Mrs. Mary E. Hester, 82, 831 Fairway Drive, New Smyrna Beach who died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1975 were held Friday, Nov. 14 at the Hughey Funeral Home Chapel in New Smyrna Beach, Florida with the Rev. John C. Trois officiating. Interment followed in the Edgewater Cemetery, Edgewater, Florida. She was the widow of Dr. J. M. Hester. A native of Floyd County, Mrs. Hester had been a resident of New Smyrna Beach for 22 years coming from Miami, Florida. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of New Smyrna Beach. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. L. L. Highbaugh, Sr., Louisville, Kentucky; one son, Raymond H. Hester, New Smyrna Beach, Florida; one sister, Mrs. Ethel Smith, Floyd; one brother, Cook Yeatts of Floyd; 5 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Also surviving are 3 half brothers, Tommy Yeatts, Copper Hill; David and Paul Yeatts, Charlottesville; one half sister, Mrs. Elinos Whitlock, Floyd. on November 20, 1975.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 223-92-4463.² Maricita Pearl Peake was buried at Jacksonville Burial Ground, Rt. 8, 0.25 miles south of Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ She was born on October 28, 1891 at Kentucky.^2,1 As of circa 1911,her married name was Yeatts.³ She married Dr. Silas Terry Yeatts, son of Thomas Alfred Yeatts Sr. and Fannie Pearl/Polk Cook, circa 1911.^3,1 Maricita Pearl Peake died on August 14, 1984 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia, at age 92.^2,1