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     Thomas Henry Franklin Jr. Thomas Henry Franklin, Apr 15, 1943 - Mar 3, 2015. Tommy H. Franklin, 71, of Salem, Va., passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. He retired from the City of Roanoke. Tommy was a member of the Moose Club and enjoyed many trips to Atlantic City. Surviving are his former wife, Vickie Franklin; children, Christy, Jerry and Tom Franklin; grandchildren, Chasity and Anthony Franklin, and Braylon Hensley; stepdaughter, Ashley Hanson; brother-in-law, Richard Poff; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Martha and Irvin Poff; and special friends Ann Landes and Carolyn Yopp.³ He was born on April 15, 1943 at Bedford, Bedford Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,3 He married Vickie Marie Poff, daughter of Irvin Lee Poff and Martha Ann Ellis, on March 24, 1979 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Thomas Henry Franklin Jr. and Vickie Marie Poff were divorced on September 15, 1986 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ Thomas Henry Franklin Jr. died on March 3, 2015 at Virginia at age 71.³

     Billy Wayne Shepherd Sr. Billy Wayne Shepherd, Sr 83 of Salem received his reward when he entered the gates of heaven on July 8, 2025, after a long, hard fought battle with illness. Born on June 10, 1942, Billy lived a life filled with purpose, integrity, and a deep love for his family and community. Billy dedicated thirty years of his life to Yokohama, where he served with excellence as a supervisor. His leadership and commitment were not only respected but also revered by many employees, who remember him fondly for his dedication and compassion. This spirit of caring extended beyond the workplace, reflecting his personal convictions and his steadfast faith as a member of Wabun Congregational Holiness Church. An excellent mandolin player, Billy enjoyed the gift of music, often performing in various bluegrass and gospel bands, including Rhythm & Glory and Family Ties. His love for music brought joy not only to his own heart but also to the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to hear him play. He also cherished playing golf with family and friends, creating countless memories on the green that will be treasured by all who shared those moments with him. Billy's legacy is enriched by the love of his dear wife Juanita Shepherd, with whom he shared a beautiful journey of 63 years. Together they nurtured a family filled with love and laughter. He is survived by his loving wife Juanita Shepherd, and by his sons, Billy Shepherd Jr. (April Garmon), Jimmy Shepherd (Tina), and Timmy Shepherd (Paula), each of whom carry forward his spirit and values. Billy is also survived by his younger brother Donnie Shepherd, his nieces Tammy and Christy, and Nephew Jason. He was a proud grandfather to Matt, Cameron(Katie), Brian (Caitlyn), Gabriella Shepherd,(Dillon Blackmon), and Benjamin Shepherd, and a devoted great-grandfather to Caroline, Grace, and Emory Shepherd. Billy's legacy of love extends to numerous nieces, nephews, and friends, all of whom will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Alva Shepherd, his mother, Frances Shepherd, his grandfather, Columbus Phillips, his grandmother, Bertie Phillips, and his Aunt Pauline Phillips. Their memory lives on in those who gathered together in love and support for one another, cherishing the values that Billy instilled in them. Billy will be greatly missed by his family and friends, and as we reflect upon his life, let us carry forward the love he shared so generously. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the many contributions he made to our lives, and we thank those who provided kindness and care during his later years, including Lisa Baldwin, Sidney Lawhorn, and many others at Star City Rehab. Special thanks to Mike Walls, whose assistance over the many years was invaluable. An additional thanks for all of the prayers and visits from family and friends over the past year.² He was born on June 10, 1942 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Dorothy Juanita "Dot" Poff, daughter of William Ivor Poff and Velvia Rebie "Velvie" McNeil, on February 3, 1962 at Shawsville, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^4,1 Billy Wayne Shepherd Sr. died on July 8, 2025 at Virginia at age 83.²

     Her Social Security Number was 229-42-0445.⁴ Ellen Arlene Hawks was buried at Crooked Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Woodlawn, Carroll Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on September 13, 1934 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,3 As of February 18, 1956,her married name was Lawrence.⁵ She married Cullen Dillard Lawrence, son of Lemuel H. "Lem" Lawrence and Amanda "Vinnie" Taylor, on February 18, 1956 at Galax, Virginia.^1,5,3 Ellen Arlene Hawks died on November 10, 2010 at Galax, Virginia, at age 76.^1,4,6,3 She Ellen Hawks Lawrence, 76, of Galax, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, in Twin County Regional Hospital. She was born in Carroll County on Sept. 13, 1934, to Coy E. and Clara Bolen Hawks. Survivors include her husband, Cullen Dillard Lawrence of Galax; sons and daughters-in-law, Mark Stephen and Cynthia Lawrence and David Cullen and Cindy Lawrence, all of Roanoke; son and fiancée, Timothy Scott Lawrence and Stephanie Suess of Clear Brook; four grandchildren; sister, Rubye Hawks Byrd of Galax; and several nieces and nephews. Burial followed in the Crooked Creek Cemetery. on November 12, 2010.¹

     Evan Horton Davis was buried at Davis Cemetery off Freezeland Mountain Road, Brooklin, Summers Co., West Virginia.^5,3,4 He was born on February 14, 1864 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,5,6 He married Laura E. Lawrence, daughter of Hosannah Byron "Hosea" Lawrence and Nancy Ann Iddings, on May 13, 1886 at Summers Co., West Virginia.^1,2,4 Evan Horton Davis died on March 11, 1940 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia, at age 76.^5,4 He E. Horton Davis, widely known farmer of the Madams creek community, died at his home at 2:50 o'clock Sunday afternoon March 10, 1940, from the effects of a paralytic stroke suffered early last week, aged 77 years. He had been in ill health following a first stroke about three years ago, and little hope was held for his recovery since suffering the second attack. He was married 53 years ago to Miss Laura Lawrence, sister of the late Perry and Harrison Lawrence of Hinton, settling immediately after in the farm home which they have occupied ever since. Burial followed in the family cemetery. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Miss Lucy Davis, at home; Mrs. Boude Bennett; of Jumping Branch; three sons, Kyle Davis, of Brooklin; Ed Davis, of Hinton, and Marvin Davis, of Callaghan, Va., and several grandchildren. on March 13, 1940.⁴

     Her Social Security Number was 236-78-1092.¹² Lucy Jane Davis was buried at Davis Cemetery off Freezeland Mountain Road, Brooklin, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ She was born on August 19, 1887 at West Virginia.^1,12,3 She died on March 7, 1971 at Summers Co., West Virginia, at age 83.^3,4

     Kyle Millard Davis was buried at Frazier Cemetery (also known as Sunset Hill Cemetery), Summers Co., West Virginia.¹⁰ He was born on May 26, 1889 at Raleigh Co., West Virginia; His draft cards have a birth date of May 28, 1889.^4,5,7 He married Edna Alice Moten on June 19, 1912 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.^11,12 Kyle Millard Davis died on August 20, 1965 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia, at age 76.^6,10 He HINTON - Kyle M. Davis, 76, of Hinton, died Friday in a hospital here. A retired C & O Railway employe, he was a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen. Surviving: son, Curtis of Hinton; daughters, Mrs. Thelma Phillips of Beckley, Mrs. Sadie Lipscomb of Hinton; brother, Marvin of Callahan, Va; sister, Lucy of Hinton. Burial will be in Sunset Hill Cemetery. on August 21, 1965.¹⁰

     Orpha Tabitha Davis was buried at Bennett Cemetery, Jumping Branch, Summers Co., West Virginia.^3,4,5 She was born on March 30, 1891 at Big Swell Mountain, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^1,3,4,5 As of November 26, 1919,her married name was Bennett.⁶ She married Webster Boude Bennett on November 26, 1919 at Summers Co., West Virginia.^6,4,5 Orpha Tabitha Davis died on October 2, 1942 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia, at age 51.^3,4,5 She Funeral services for Mrs. Orpha T. Bennett, 51 years old, of Jumping Branch, who died Friday at 12 o'clock in the Hinton hospital, held Sunday afternoon and burial followed in the Bennett cemetery. Mrs. Bennett is the wife of W. Boude Bennett, and was a member of the Bluestone Baptist church. Mrs. Bennett was born in Raleigh county on Big Swell mountain near Hinton on March 30, 1891, the daughter of Mrs. Horton Davis and the late Mr. Davis. A resident of Jumping Branch for many years, Mrs. Bennett was a member of the Bluestone Baptist church, of that community. Besides her husband and mother, survivors include three brothers, Kyle M. Davis, of South Side, Marvin Davis, of Covington, Va., and Edward Davis, of Hinton; one sister, Miss Lucy Davis, of Hinton; and a daughter, Miss Hilda Mae Bennett, at home. on October 8, 1942.⁵