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     Shirley Jean Radford was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁵ She was born on April 19, 1938 at Squire, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,5 She married Robert Henry Newman III on October 23, 1956 at Vance Co., North Carolina.³ As of October 23, 1956,her married name was Newman.⁶ Shirley Jean Radford and Robert Henry Newman III were divorced on November 12, 1970 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ As of November 28, 1970,her married name was Butler.² Shirley Jean Radford married Rev. Henry Daniel Butler on November 28, 1970 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,2,5 Shirley Jean Radford died on November 30, 2019 at Midlothian, Chesterfield Co., Virginia, at age 81.⁵ She BUTLER, Shirley Radford, 81, of Midlothian, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at her residence. Born on April 19, 1938, she a native of Squire, West Virginia, and the daughter of the late Byron and Ethel Yates Radford. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, the Reverend Dr. Henry D. Butler; three sons, William G. Newman (Irene) of Goochland, Virginia, Robert L. Newman of Roanoke, Virginia and James G. Newman (Lisa) of Tennessee; stepson, Jeffrey D. Butler (Mary Kay) of Chesterfield, Virginia; one stepdaughter, Cynthia Boswell (Steve) of Chesterfield; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Frank Radford (Mary Elizabeth) and Donald Radford (June), both of Roanoke, Virginia; and one sister, Velma Campbell (John Milton) of Las Vegas, Nevada. Burial to follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke, Virginia. on December 3, 2019.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 232-24-9575.³ Ellsworth Evans was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He married Atheline Elva Radford, daughter of Byron Lewis Joseph Radford and Ethel Maggie Yeatts.¹ Ellsworth Evans was born on March 17, 1917 at West Virginia; His death certificate has a birth date of Mar 7, 1917.^3,2 He died on September 19, 1986 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 69.^3,2

     James Wilton "Jim" Page Jr. was buried at Sunset Cemetery, 501 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ He was born on January 18, 1947.⁴ He married Karleen Dawn Evans, daughter of Ellsworth Evans and Atheline Elva Radford, on November 30, 1996 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 James Wilton "Jim" Page Jr. died on May 19, 2006 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 59.^3,4 He James Wilton Page, Jr., 59, of Christiansburg, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 19, 2006 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wilton Page, Sr. and Lucille Watkins Page. He is survived by his wife, Karleen Evans Page; son and daughter-in-law, James Derek and Jamie Page, Atlanta, Ga; stepchildren, Laura Elizabeth Wickham and fiancée Joey Sean Stogner, Seth Thomas Wickham; grandchildren, Joey Sean Stogner, Jr. (J.J.), Justin Thomas Stogner; brothers-in-law, Mike Evans and wife Linda, Rick Evans; aunts and uncles, Wilbert and Merleen Page, Frank and Betty Page; cousin, Martha Page. Flowers will be accepted, those wishing to make contributions are asked to consider contributions to the family to help offset expenses. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday May 21, 2006, at Horne Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday May 22, 2006, in the Horne Funeral Chapel with Pastor Hal Adams officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery. on May 20, 2006.³

     Linda Gaynell St. Clair Linda Evans, Oct 8, 1963 - Jun 1, 2025. Linda St. Clair Evans, 61, of Vinton, Virginia, passed away on Sunday June 1, 2025 peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and compassion. Born and raised in Virginia, Linda was known for her infectious laugh, warm spirit, and her deep love for animals. She found joy in caring for them throughout her life, and her playful sense of humor brought smiles to everyone around her. Linda is survived by her loving mother, Linda Stanley; her siblings; Teresa St. Clair, Robert St. Clair, Trina Bruno-Gaston, April Stanley, Steve Stanley, Teresa Stanley, and Jeff Stanley. She was a devoted mother to her son, Craig Oliver (Jenna), and her daughters, Linda Oliver Tate (Matthew) and Lindsey Storey (Gary). She cherished her role as a grandmother and leaves behind nine beloved grandchildren: Braden Oliver, Olivia Wilkerson, Liam Wilkerson, Landon Wilkerson, Bentley Oliver, Maddie Oliver, Aurora Storey, Lane Oliver, and Orion Storey. Her beloved pet companions; Spice and Nugget. Linda was preceded in death by her father; Robert Thomas Lee St. Clair and her stepfather; Floyd Berkley Stanley whose memories she held close to her heart. She will be deeply missed by her family, extended relatives, and the many friends she made throughout her life.² She was born on October 8, 1963 at Virginia.^1,2 As of December 6, 1996,her married name was Evans.¹ She married Michael Ellsworth Evans, son of Ellsworth Evans and Atheline Elva Radford, on December 6, 1996 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Linda Gaynell St. Clair died on June 1, 2025 at Virginia at age 61.²

     June Sheridan Ferris June Ferris Radford, age 87, of Roanoke County walked into her heavenly home on June 11, 2025. June was born on May 19, 1938 in Roanoke, Virginia. She was the oldest of four children born to Richard and Mary Ferris. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Samuel Paul and Richard Ellis and sister, Margaret Naomi. June graduated from William Fleming High School in 1956 and attended Radford College (now Radford University) graduating in 1960 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She taught school in the Roanoke City Public School system for many years following in the footsteps of her beloved mother who taught in Roanoke County. Later, June left the classroom and served as a guidance counselor at Breckinridge Middle School and William Ruffner Middle School. She developed a strong circle of friends who were fellow educators, and those relationships endured for many years. June won the Miss Roanoke Valley beauty pageant in 1958 showcasing her stunning beauty and rich soprano voice. She shared her voice and other talents with her church family at Central Church of the Brethren where she and husband Don attended for many years. Later, June and Don attended New Life Ministries. She remained strong in her faith throughout her life and was grateful for the pastoral care and outreach provided by New Life Ministries as she and Don grew older. June married the love of her life, Donald D. Radford on July 30, 1960 in Roanoke, Virginia at Central Church of the Brethren. They met in high school and June had eyes for no other. Shortly after they married, they settled into a house built by her father-in-law, Byron L. Radford, and lived there during the majority of their almost 65 year marriage. June was a member of the American Business Women’s Association for many years and encouraged women to take leadership roles in business. She served on educational committees promoting girls and education. June enjoyed spending time with her family, cruising with her husband and friends, attending NASCAR races, and savoring Lebanese food . She will be remembered for her love of cats including special furry friends Mela, Baby Girl and Morty. June is survived by her husband of almost 65 years, Donald D. Radford; nephews, Patrick Shane Ferris, David F. Radford ( Lisa) Daniel Robertson (Leslie), Donald Robertson (Debi), William Robertson (Marie), Greg Newman (Irene), Robert Newman, Jim Newman (Lisa), Stephen Campbell (Rhonda), Michael Evans (Fawn); nieces Mary Frances Radford (Bob Weiss), Nancy Keating (Mark), Jane Radford (Maureen Quinn), Kim Reedy (Robbie), Linda Campbell, Debbie Simmons, Karleen Page; sister-in-law Mary Elizabeth Radford; brother in law Rev. Henry Butler; godson Stephen Lavinder; dearly loved “children” Gigi Craft Hall and Dr. George F. Craft, II and a host of cousins. Special thanks to Marie Young who served as caregiver to June during the last few years of her life. Also, special thanks to all her caring neighbors on Byron Circle especially Reginald and Sue Oliphant who were special to her. Burial will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens on Airport Road.² She was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² She was born on May 19, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 As of July 30, 1960,her married name was Radford.¹ She married Donald David "Donnie" Radford, son of Byron Lewis Joseph Radford and Ethel Maggie Yeatts, on July 30, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 June Sheridan Ferris died on June 11, 2025 at Virginia at age 87.²

     Laura Elizabeth Radford was buried at Yates Family Cemetery, near Stonewall Church, one-half mile off 4366 Rt. 221 N., Floyd Co., Virginia.³ She was born on June 6, 1926 at Coalwood, McDowell Co., West Virginia.² She died on December 3, 1928 at Big Creek, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 2.^1,2

     Infant Radford was born on October 14, 1918 at Glen Alum, Mingo Co., West Virginia.¹ She died before January 31, 1920 at West Virginia; She was not enumerated with her family in the 1920 Census.²

     Oscar Wallace Yates Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,5,7,10 His Social Security Number was 230-34-0197.⁶ He was born on February 15, 1931 at Roanoke, Virginia.^{2,3,5,6,7,8,11} He married Rosa Joan Mitchell on May 31, 1953 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4,12,10 Oscar Wallace Yates Jr. died on April 25, 1977 at Manassas, Virginia, at age 46.^3,5,7,8 He Oscar (Buddy) W. Yates of 9907 Greenview Lane, Manassas, Va., formerly of Roanoke, passed away Monday. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Joan Mitchell Yates; three daughters, Miss Linda Sue Yates, Miss Jane Lee Yates, both of Manassas; Mrs. Deborah Joan Madrid, Triangle, Va; his mother, Mrs. Irene Frier Yates, Roanoke. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on April 28, 1977.¹⁰

     Her married name was Cowan.⁵ Her Social Security Number was 536-32-3340.⁵ Frances June Yates married William A. "Art" Cowan at Alberta, Canada.⁴ Frances June Yates was born on May 23, 1936 at Fieldale, Henry Co., Virginia.^5,4 As of June 5, 1954,her married name was Taylor.² She married Floyd Theodore Taylor on June 5, 1954.² Frances June Yates died on March 19, 2003 at Spokane, Spokane Co., Washington, at age 66.^5,4 She Viewing and visitation for Frances J. (Yates) Cowan, 65, will be Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home. Funeral is planned for Monday at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Moran Prairie Ward, 4444 E. 43rd Ave. Mrs. Cowan, a 30-year resident of Spokane, died Wednesday. She was born in Fieldale, Va. She married Art Cowan in the Cardston Alberta Temple in Alberta. Mrs. Cowan worked in the medical records department at Sacred Heart Hospital for 25 years. She was a member of the Medical Records Association and enjoyed collecting Beanie Babies, teddy bears, plants and flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. on March 22, 2003.⁴

     Minnie Lee Logan was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee.^4,1 She was born on July 2, 1880 at Murray Co., Georgia.^4,1 As of July 21, 1895,her married name was Brown.³ She married Henry Chester Brown on July 21, 1895 at Murray Co., Georgia.³ Minnie Lee Logan died on August 28, 1949 at Chattanooga, Hamilton Co., Tennessee, at age 69.^1,2

     Walter A. Logan was buried at Forest Cemetery, 700 South 15th Street, Gadsden, Etowah Co., Alabama.^1,3 He was born on November 27, 1882 at Georgia.^5,1 He died on May 25, 1937 at Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa Co., Alabama, at age 54.^1,2,3

     Ada E. "Addie" Logan was born in June, 1885 at Georgia.^3,1 As of July 4, 1905,her married name was Pettitt.² She married James Thomas "Tom" Pettitt on July 4, 1905 at Dade Co., Georgia.²

     John A. Logan was born in January, 1889 at Murray Co., Georgia.^1,2