Irvine Thurman Yeatts1,2,3

M, b. circa 1918, d. March 10, 1987
FatherDr. Silas Terry Yeatts1,4,2 b. July 16, 1888, d. April 27, 1948
MotherMaricita Pearl Peake1,4,2 b. October 28, 1891, d. August 14, 1984
     Irvine Thurman Yeatts was born circa 1918 at Minglewood, Tennessee.1,2 He married Dorothy Simmons on February 24, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.5,2 Irvine Thurman Yeatts and Dorothy Simmons were divorced on May 21, 1949 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.5 Irvine Thurman Yeatts married Edith Irene Smith on April 6, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,6 Irvine Thurman Yeatts married Hilda Olivia Turner on January 19, 1954 at Caswell Co., North Carolina.3 Irvine Thurman Yeatts died on March 10, 1987.

Census Records

1920Dwelling 48, District 34, Civil District 14, Dyer Co., Tennessee4
1930Dwelling 48, District 4, Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia1

Family 1

Dorothy Simmons b. circa 1915
Marriage*Irvine Thurman Yeatts married Dorothy Simmons on February 24, 1940 at Floyd Co., Virginia.5,2 
Divorce* Irvine Thurman Yeatts and Dorothy Simmons were divorced on May 21, 1949 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.5 
Children
  • Virginia LeEllen Yeatts2
  • Clarence Robert Yeatts2

Family 2

Edith Irene Smith b. October 12, 1922, d. September 14, 1969
Marriage*Irvine Thurman Yeatts married Edith Irene Smith on April 6, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,6 

Family 3

Hilda Olivia Turner b. circa 1914
Marriage*Irvine Thurman Yeatts married Hilda Olivia Turner on January 19, 1954 at Caswell Co., North Carolina.3 

Citations

  1. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S999] Unknown compiler, North Carolina, Marriage Index, 1741-2004.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.

William Ray Bratcher1,2

M, b. June 1, 1933, d. May 17, 2007
     William Ray Bratcher was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.2 He was born on June 1, 1933 at Rockfield, Warren Co., Kentucky.2,3 He married Linda Lee Manning, daughter of William Robert Manning and Onie Olive Milliron, circa 1952.1,2 William Ray Bratcher died on May 17, 2007 at Virginia at age 73.2,3 He William Ray Bratcher, 73, of Roanoke, passed away Thursday May 17, 2007. He was a U.S. Marine Corp. Veteran of the Korean Conflict, and was the owner of Oak Grove Shell. Mr. Bratcher was born in Rockfield, Kentucky, and preceded in death by his parents, Ray F. and Willie Sullivan Bratcher, two brothers, C. W. Bratcher and W. F. Bratcher and a sister, Nelva Trevey. He had an ardent love for horse racing and gardening. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Linda M. Bratcher, whom he met at Bethesda Naval Hospital as the two of them were serving in the Armed Forces. Also surviving are a son, Steve Bratcher and wife, Tammey; daughter, Debra Bratcher; grandchildren, Whitney Ryan Bratcher and Steven Bratcher, II; numerous nieces; nephews and two sisters-in-law, Rita Bratcher and Anna Marie Bratcher; aunt, Novice Sullivan; and his very special four legged friend, Quincey. Services will be at Oakeys South Chapel, 12 noon Monday, May 21, 2007. Interment will follow in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Oakeys South Chapel from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Arrangements by Oakeys South Chapel. 989-3131. on May 20, 2007.2

Family

Linda Lee Manning b. October 31, 1935, d. March 31, 2013
Marriage*He married Linda Lee Manning, daughter of William Robert Manning and Onie Olive Milliron, circa 1952.1,2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Linda Manning Bratcher obituary in the Apr 3, 2013 edition.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William Ray Bratcher obituary in the May 20, 2007 edition.
  3. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S3624] Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory, online http://www.oakeys.com/, From the Steven Tracy Bratcher, Sr. obituary.

Steven Tracy "Steve" Bratcher Sr.1,2,3,4,5

M, b. September 30, 1958, d. January 19, 2022
FatherWilliam Ray Bratcher1,2,3,5 b. June 1, 1933, d. May 17, 2007
MotherLinda Lee Manning1,2,3,6,5 b. October 31, 1935, d. March 31, 2013
     Steven Tracy "Steve" Bratcher Sr. Steven “Steve” Tracy Bratcher, Sr. age 63, of Roanoke, VA ,peacefully went home surrounded by his family on January 19, 2022. Steve was the second generation owner of Bratcher’s Oak Grove Shell since 1972. He loved hunting, fishing, golf, coaching Little League Baseball, and watching his beloved Washington Redskins. Steve is preceded in death by his parents, William and Linda Bratcher. Steve is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Tammey Bratcher. Children, Whitney Bratcher and Steven Bratcher, II. His sister Debra Bratcher, Uncle William Manning. Grandchildren Kyrstin, Katelynne, and Elexis Bratcher-Davis and Ferryn Bratcher. Also survived by father-in-law Lee Powers, sisters-in-laws Karolene (Randy) Pittman, Johniece (Donnie) Blankenship, Myra Powers and lots of loving nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the Visiting Angles and Carilion Hospice.5 He was born on September 30, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,4 He married Tammey Lynne Powers on August 12, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,5 Steven Tracy "Steve" Bratcher Sr. died on January 19, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 63.5

Family

Tammey Lynne Powers
Marriage*He married Tammey Lynne Powers on August 12, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia.3,5 
Children
  • Whitney Ryan Bratcher2,5
  • Steven Tracy Bratcher II2,5

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Linda Manning Bratcher obituary in the Apr 3, 2013 edition.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the William Ray Bratcher obituary in the May 20, 2007 edition.
  3. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  4. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  5. [S3624] Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory, online http://www.oakeys.com/, From the Steven Tracy Bratcher, Sr. obituary.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Onie Milliron Maddox obituary in the Apr 17, 2008 edition.

Catherine Eldora Graham1,2,3

F, b. July 21, 1939, d. July 24, 2021
FatherBranson Eldridge Graham1,2,4,5,6,7,8 b. October 31, 1909, d. April 30, 1983
MotherReva Elaine Dickerson1,2,4,5,6,7,8 b. March 3, 1911, d. October 9, 1970
     Catherine Eldora Graham was buried at Willis Cemetery (also known as Keith Cemetery), Rt. 221 at Rt. 764, Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia.9 She Catherine Graham Sutphin, 82, of Bassett, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Sovah Health of Martinsville. She was born in Floyd on July 21, 1939 to the late Branson Graham and the late Reva Dickerson Graham. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Ralph, Ray and Bill. Catherine is survived by sons, Richard Sutphin and Steve Sutphin; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters, Elaine Quesenberry and Margie Morris.8 She was born on July 21, 1939 at Floyd, Floyd Co., Virginia.3,8,9 As of September 27, 1964,her married name was Sutphin.4 She married Shade Harless Sutphin Jr. on September 27, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.4,9 Catherine Eldora Graham died on July 24, 2021 at Martinsville, Virginia, at age 82.8

Census Records

1940Dwelling 3, District 32-7, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia2

Family

Shade Harless Sutphin Jr. b. July 21, 1941, d. May 22, 2017
Marriage*Catherine Eldora Graham married Shade Harless Sutphin Jr. on September 27, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.4,9 
Children
  • Richard Wayne Sutphin4,8,10
  • Steven Harless "Steve" Sutphin8,10,4

Citations

  1. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Reva Dickerson Graham obituary in the Oct 15, 1970 edition.
  2. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ralph Branson Graham obituary in the Dec 17, 2015 edition.
  6. [S2129] Hutchinson News, From the Curtis Graham obituary in the Sep 19, 2005 edition.
  7. [S4284] Maberry Funeral Home, Inc., online http://www.maberryfuneralhome.com, From the Claudine Elaine Quesenberry obituary.
  8. [S10237] Bassett Funeral Service, online www.bassettfuneralservice.com, From the Catherine Graham Sutphin obituary.
  9. [S6311] Willis Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/
  10. [S4284] Maberry Funeral Home, Inc., online http://www.maberryfuneralhome.com, From the Shade Harless Sutphin, Jr. obituary.

Claudine Elaine Graham1,2,3

F, b. May 7, 1948, d. November 28, 2022
FatherBranson Eldridge Graham1,4,5,2,3 b. October 31, 1909, d. April 30, 1983
MotherReva Elaine Dickerson1,4,5,2,3 b. March 3, 1911, d. October 9, 1970
     Claudine Elaine Graham Claudine Elaine Quesenberry, 74 of Floyd, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, Branson & Reva Graham; and siblings, Bill Graham, Catherine Sutphin, Ray Graham, and Ralph Graham. She loved deer hunting, spending time with family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her husband, Billy Mack Quesenberry; children, Wayne & Cathy Quesenberry and Marie & Mike Simpkins; grandchildren, Jodie Vaughn & Shawn Shearing, Travis & Mikayla Quesenberry, Ashley Vaughn, and Cody & Morgan Quesenberry; great-grandchildren, Zaine Shearing, Collins Quesenberry, and Hollis Quesenberry; sister, Margie Morris; honorary sons, Bruce Lytton & Karen Barnhart and Steve & Pat Sutphin; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family. Interment will follow in Beaver Creek Cemetery.3 She was buried at Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 409 Ridgeview Road NW, off Rt. 8 N, Floyd Co., Virginia.3 She was born on May 7, 1948 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2,6 As of May 9, 1964,her married name was Quesenberry.2 She married Billy Mack Quesenberry on May 9, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 Claudine Elaine Graham died on November 28, 2022 at Virginia at age 74.3

Family

Billy Mack Quesenberry
Marriage*She married Billy Mack Quesenberry on May 9, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 
Children
  • Claudine Marie Quesenberry2,3
  • Billy Wayne Quesenberry3,2

Citations

  1. [S116] Floyd Press, From the Reva Dickerson Graham obituary in the Oct 15, 1970 edition.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S4284] Maberry Funeral Home, Inc., online http://www.maberryfuneralhome.com, From the Claudine Elaine Quesenberry obituary.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ralph Branson Graham obituary in the Dec 17, 2015 edition.
  5. [S2129] Hutchinson News, From the Curtis Graham obituary in the Sep 19, 2005 edition.
  6. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Shade Harless Sutphin Jr.1,2,3

M, b. July 21, 1941, d. May 22, 2017
     Shade Harless Sutphin Jr. Shade Harless Sutphin, Jr., 75 of Bassett VA, passed away Monday, May 22, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Shade Harless Sutphin and Iva Lee (Lindsey) Sutphin; brother, Donald Sutphin. He is survived by his loving wife, Catherine G. Sutphin; sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Cindy Sutphin, Steven and Pat Sutphin; grandchildren, Stephanie, Maegan, Samantha, Jessica and Sarah Sutphin, Chris and Josh Meeks; great-grandchildren, Bentley, Joey, and Elsie; sisters and brother-in-law, Kathryn and Darrell Huff, Nita Turman, Doris Harmon; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. The interment will follow at the Willis Cemetery.3 He was buried at Willis Cemetery (also known as Keith Cemetery), Rt. 221 at Rt. 764, Willis, Floyd Co., Virginia.3,4 He was born on July 21, 1941 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,2,4 He married Catherine Eldora Graham, daughter of Branson Eldridge Graham and Reva Elaine Dickerson, on September 27, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,4 Shade Harless Sutphin Jr. died on May 22, 2017 at Virginia at age 75.3,4

Family

Catherine Eldora Graham b. July 21, 1939, d. July 24, 2021
Marriage*He married Catherine Eldora Graham, daughter of Branson Eldridge Graham and Reva Elaine Dickerson, on September 27, 1964 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1,4 
Children
  • Richard Wayne Sutphin1,5,3
  • Steven Harless "Steve" Sutphin5,3,1

Citations

  1. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S4284] Maberry Funeral Home, Inc., online http://www.maberryfuneralhome.com, From the Shade Harless Sutphin, Jr. obituary.
  4. [S6311] Willis Cemetery, Floyd Co., VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/
  5. [S10237] Bassett Funeral Service, online www.bassettfuneralservice.com, From the Catherine Graham Sutphin obituary.

Cora Etta Sumner1

F, b. February, 1881
     Cora Etta Sumner was born in February, 1881 at Floyd Co., Virginia.2 As of September 16, 1900,her married name was Graham.1 She married Cephas Moyer Graham, son of William B. Graham and Sarah Catherine Hall, on September 16, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 Cora Etta Sumner and Cephas Moyer Graham were divorced on July 20, 1921 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3

Census Records

1910Dwelling 25, District 50, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia4
1920Dwelling 65, District 91, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia5

Family

Cephas Moyer Graham b. June 26, 1878, d. September 18, 1947
Marriage*Cora Etta Sumner married Cephas Moyer Graham, son of William B. Graham and Sarah Catherine Hall, on September 16, 1900 at Floyd Co., Virginia.1 
Divorce* Cora Etta Sumner and Cephas Moyer Graham were divorced on July 20, 1921 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S8] Floyd Co., Virginia Court House, Book 4, Floyd Co., Virginia Marriage Records.
  2. [S132] National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  4. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  7. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Willie Lundy Graham1,2,3,4

M, b. August 18, 1902, d. May 14, 1977
FatherCephas Moyer Graham1,2,3 b. June 26, 1878, d. September 18, 1947
MotherCora Etta Sumner1,2,3 b. February, 1881
     His Social Security Number was 225-01-7293.5 Willie Lundy Graham was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.3 He married Ida Jane Dillow.3,6 Willie Lundy Graham was born on August 18, 1902 at Floyd Co., Virginia.5,3,4 He married Eula Mae Gearheart, daughter of George Harvey Gearheart and Sarah Victoria Puckett, on July 10, 1924 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 Willie Lundy Graham and Eula Mae Gearheart were divorced on October 5, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 Willie Lundy Graham died on May 14, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 74.5,3

Census Records

1910Dwelling 25, District 50, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 65, District 91, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia2
1930Dwelling 2, District 25, Roanoke, Virginia7
1940Dwelling 200, District 119-36, Roanoke, Virginia8

Occupation

1930Furniture store salesman7
1940Cabinet maker8

Family 1

Eula Mae Gearheart b. February 22, 1898, d. February 20, 1985
Marriage*Willie Lundy Graham married Eula Mae Gearheart, daughter of George Harvey Gearheart and Sarah Victoria Puckett, on July 10, 1924 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 
Divorce* Willie Lundy Graham and Eula Mae Gearheart were divorced on October 5, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.4 
Children

Family 2

Ida Jane Dillow b. May 22, 1917, d. June 29, 2004
Marriage*Willie Lundy Graham married Ida Jane Dillow.3,6 
Children
  • Billie Jane Graham10,6
  • Robert Cephus Graham10,6

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Ida Jane Dillow Graham obituary in the Jul 1, 2004 edition.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  10. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Ora M. Graham1,2

F, b. circa 1904
FatherCephas Moyer Graham1,2 b. June 26, 1878, d. September 18, 1947
MotherCora Etta Sumner1,2 b. February, 1881
     Ora M. Graham was born circa 1904 at Virginia.1

Census Records

1910Dwelling 25, District 50, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 65, District 91, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia2

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.

George Washington Graham1,2,3

M, b. March 8, 1906, d. February 27, 1958
FatherCephas Moyer Graham1,2,3 b. June 26, 1878, d. September 18, 1947
MotherCora Etta Sumner1,2,3 b. February, 1881
     George Washington Graham was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.3 He married Pearl Unknown.3 George Washington Graham was born on March 8, 1906 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3 He died on February 27, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 51.3

Census Records

1910Dwelling 25, District 50, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 65, District 91, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia2
1930Dwelling 200, District 9, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia4

Occupation

1930Coal mine construction4

Family

Pearl Unknown
Marriage*George Washington Graham married Pearl Unknown.3 

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.

Carl Lee Graham1,2,3,4

M, b. March 27, 1909, d. October 2, 1957
FatherCephas Moyer Graham1,5,4 b. June 26, 1878, d. September 18, 1947
MotherCora Etta Sumner1,5,4 b. February, 1881
     Carl Lee Graham was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.3,4 His Social Security Number was 225-01-7294.6 He married Peggy Reynolds.4 Carl Lee Graham was born on March 27, 1909 at Floyd Co., Virginia.3,2,6,4 He married Dixie Frances Ferris on October 18, 1937 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.2 Carl Lee Graham died on October 2, 1957 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 48.3,4

Census Records

1910Dwelling 25, District 50, Little River, Floyd Co., Virginia1
1920Dwelling 65, District 91, Court House District, Floyd Co., Virginia5
1930Dwelling 200, District 9, Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia7
1940Dwelling 176, District 119-30, Roanoke, Virginia8

Occupation

1930Coal mine construction7
1940Furniture store worker8

Family 1

Peggy Reynolds
Marriage*Carl Lee Graham married Peggy Reynolds.4 

Family 2

Dixie Frances Ferris b. June 24, 1917, d. November 22, 1945
Marriage*Carl Lee Graham married Dixie Frances Ferris on October 18, 1937 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.2 
Child
  • Jerry Wayne Graham8

Family 3

Child

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Graham-Ferris marriage record.
  3. [S2253] Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GRid=61845073&CRid=50174&df=all&
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.