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     His Social Security Number was 524-30-1411.² William Justus Wilkinson was buried at Grandview Cemetery, Fort Collins, Larimer Co., Colorado.¹ He was born on June 1, 1911.^1,2 He married Esther E. Harris, daughter of Samuel Jones Harris and Petty D. "Lena" Craft, in 1979.¹ William Justus Wilkinson died on June 26, 2002 at age 91.^1,2

     Teddy Edgar Oakes Teddy E. Oakes of Fort Collins passed away at home on October 14, 2009 after a 3 year battle with cancer. He was born March 10, 1939 in Fort Collins to Al & Esther (Harris) Oakes. He attended Fort Collins Schools until his senior year. He then attended Brown Military Academy in California where he graduated in 1957. He is survived by his wife, Eldonna; daughters, Dana Holcomb of Virginia, and Tedi Sue Blevins; grandsons, Nicholas and Levi of Lawrence, Kansas; cousins, Beverly Brown and Rayma Flowers of Montrose; stepdaughters, Kathryn (Ralph) Nielsen of Vancouver, Washington, Pamela (Nick) Troyan of Loveland, Chris (Mike) Wilson of Kansas City Kansas and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents and his step father, Justus Wilkinson. When Ted's father built Oakes Motor Company (now the Armadillo) in Fort Collins, he discovered his love for all things mechanical which followed him through his life and career, especially Harleys. He helped found ABATE of Kansas. He was also involved in several Motorcycle clubs over the years. Ted is also survived by very special friends, Pat (Bob) Forbis of California, Norman Cook of Fort Collins and a host of others. Cremation has been completed and no services will be held per his wish. The Family suggests that donations be made to Pathways Hospice, 305 Carpenter Rd., Fort Collins, Colorado 80525.² He was born on March 10, 1939 at Fort Collins, Larimer Co., Colorado.² He married Eldonna Marie Wintersteen in 1988.^2,3 Teddy Edgar Oakes died on October 14, 2009 at Fort Collins, Larimer Co., Colorado, at age 70.²

     Eldonna Marie Wintersteen Eldonna Marie Oakes left us to join her husband, Ted on July 8, 2013. She was born in Phillipsburg, Kansas to Clarence and Hulda Wintersteen on September 15, 1940. She left Kansas in the early 50's for the Fort Collins area, where she worked and made her home. In 1988 she reconnected with her sweetheart from the 60's and they had 19 cherished years together. She loved dancing and listening to her country music and polka. She is survived by her daughters, Kathryn (Ralph) Nielsen, Pamela (Nick) Troyan; grandchildren, Heide, Brent and Joshua; great grandchildren, Alex and Jackson. Eldonna was preceded in death by both parents, her husband, Ted and her son, Michael. Memorial contributions may be made to Pathways Hospice in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. A private family service will be held.¹ She was born on September 15, 1940 at Phillipsburg, Phillips Co., Kansas.^2,1 As of 1988,her married name was Oakes.¹ She married Teddy Edgar Oakes, son of Al E. Oakes and Esther E. Harris, in 1988.^3,1 Eldonna Marie Wintersteen died on July 8, 2013 at Colorado at age 72.^2,1

     Verla Louise Abbott was buried at Grand View Cemetery, Montrose, Montrose Co., Colorado.² Her Social Security Number was 522-52-7953.³ She was born on April 8, 1913 at Utah.^1,2,3 As of July 7, 1935,her married name was Harris.¹ She married Elbert Lafayette Harris, son of Samuel Jones Harris and Petty D. "Lena" Craft, on July 7, 1935 at Grand Junction, Mesa Co., Colorado.¹ Verla Louise Abbott died on December 27, 1987 at Colorado at age 74.^2,3

     Polly Ann Craft was buried at Crawford Cemetery, Rt. 686, near McClaery School, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She died in 1941 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹ She was born in 1941 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.¹

     Eulah Hyacinth "Hycie" Gay was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Her married name was Orange.¹ She married Aubrey Earl Orange, son of Clarence Godwin Orange and Rouie Frank Craft.^1,2 Eulah Hyacinth "Hycie" Gay was born on October 21, 1908 at Virginia.¹ She died on October 1, 2006 at Virginia at age 97.¹ She Eulah Hyacinth "Hycie" Gay Orange, 97, of Roanoke, Virginia, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 1, 2006. Born, October 21, 1908, she was the daughter of the late William James Gay and Louise Anna Dean Gay. She was a former member of Oakland Baptist Church. She attended high school in Roanoke City. Hycie's hobby was crocheting. She made beautiful hats and bags and other accessories. Her love for dogs over the years included her two Dachshunds, her German Boxer and her Shar-pei. She loved stuffed animals especially her frogs. She had them all over her house, had frog bracelets, earrings, sweaters and so forth. She loved her many trips going deep-sea, fishing, with her husband and family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey Earl Orange of Roanoke; seven brothers, James, Norman, Gordon Frank, George, Jack and Richard Gay; and two sisters, Elizabeth Collins and Anna May Lundy. She is survived by three sisters, Doris Oyler and Bette Jean Gay of Roanoke and Louise Sowers of Bradenton, Fla. Having no children of her own, she helped raise her younger siblings. She also kept her nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews from time to time. She had a special fondness for her nephew, Stephen Scott and nieces, Valerie Scott and Donna Deaubler. The family wishes to thank Friendship Manor Healthcare for the 2½ years she was there under their care. Services will be at Oakey's North at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 4, 2006, with Dr. Tom Cribb officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Burial Park. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at Oakey's North Chapel. on October 3, 2006.¹

     Jerry Edwin Robertson was born on December 3, 1943 at Montgomery, Fayette Co., West Virginia.^3,4 He married Madeline Belle "Billie" Mullins on November 20, 1965 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^4,5 Jerry Edwin Robertson died on February 3, 2014 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 70.^4,6 He Jerry Edwin Robertson, 70, of Christiansburg, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014, at Lewis-Gale Montgomery Hospital. Jerry was born on December 3, 1943, in Montgomery, W.Va., the son of the late Cammie Craft Robertson and James Robertson; the step-son of the late Jason Gore and Janie Robertson. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 48 years, Billie Mullins Robertson; son, Jeffrey Robertson and his wife, Sharon; and their daughter and great joy of Jerry's life, Jenna. Also surviving are Jerry's brother, Jimmy and his wife, Joann; and a host of nieces and nephews. Jerry had retired after serving 32 years as student systems analyst for Virginia Tech and proudly remained a lifetime Hokie. He enjoyed bowling and, in his later years, loving spending time watching trains and planes with his granddaughter, Jenna. In keeping with Jerry's wishes, no memorial service is planned. His family will welcome visitors at the family home. on February 5, 2014.⁴

     James Edwin "Jimmy" Craft was born on November 23, 1930 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^9,3,5,6 He married Betty Jean Larman on August 15, 1950 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^3,4,6 James Edwin "Jimmy" Craft died on December 9, 2008 at Hampton, Virginia, at age 78.^9,7,3 He JAMES "JIM" CRAFT, 78, native of Clifton Forge, died Wednesday, December 9, 2008. He was the son of the late Robert F. and Bertha Reid Craft. A brother, Robert R. Craft; and sister; Elizabeth C. Wright also preceded him in death. Mr. Craft retired from the Army and Army National Guard as MSG E-8, after 28 years of service. He also retired from the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in 1988 a Supervisor of Code 133, Quality Assurance. He was active in many organizations, including the Exchange Club of Warwick where he twice served as President. He served as President of the Original Club and for three years, served as President of the F.M.A. (Federal Managers Assoc.) where he was still active until 2005. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Betty Larman Craft; daughter, Rebecca C. Hockaday and son-in-law, Douglas R. Hockaday, Sr; three grandsons, Douglas R. Hockaday, Jr., Matthew T. Hockaday and Alexander G. Hockaday; a step-granddaughter, Kristy Daniel; two step-great-granddaughters, Skye and Scarlett Daniel of Carrollton, Georgia; two sisters, Jayne Putnam of Clifton Forge, Donna Craft of Ladson, South Carolina; and a sister-in-law, Cheryl M. Holmes, of Richmond. The family will receive friends 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, followed by a memorial service at noon, at Peninsula Funeral Home. The Rev. George Insley will officiate and burial will be private. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. on December 11, 2008.³

     His Social Security Number was 223-22-9675.⁶ Edward Taylor Wright Sr. was buried at Windsor Gardens Cemetery, Mathews, Mathews Co., Virginia.⁵ He GLOUCESTER - Edward T. Wright Sr., devoted husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully at home on Monday, Nov. 19, 2001, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Russell and Piney Hostetter Wright and was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret B. Gali. He was a native of Clifton Forge, Va., and retired in 1985 after 37 years from the C & O Railroad as a machinist supervisor. He belonged to the American Railroad Supervisors Association. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and had also served in the National Guard and obtained the rank of master sergeant. He leaves to cherish his memory his best friend and wife of 56 years, Elizabeth C. Wright; his son, E.T. Wright Jr. and his wife, Liz; his daughters, Ann W. Howell and her husband, Murry, and Ellen W. Wilson and her husband, Mike; 10 grandchildren, Taylor, Ian, Zach and Emily Wright, Josh and Jake Howell, Carrie, Courtney, Catelyn and Cassie Wilson; two step grandchildren, Murray B. Howell Jr. and Harry K. Howell; three step-great-grandchildren, Julliette, Oliver and Lizzie; three brothers, Ollie S. Wright of Clifton Forge, Va., Alfred C. Wright of Florida and James W. Wright of Newport News; and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his faithful companion of 10 years, Ranger. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, in Windsor Gardens Cemetery in Dutton, Va., by the Rev. Walt Person. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. before the service. Memorial donations may be made to the Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 1417, Gloucester, VA 23061 or the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society, P.O. Box 385, Gloucester, VA 23061. Andrews Funeral Home, Gloucester, is in charge of arrangements.² He was born on July 18, 1925 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^6,2,4,5 He married Elizabeth Ann "Libby" Craft, daughter of Robert Frazier Craft and Bertha Ann Reid, on December 24, 1945 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.^1,3 Edward Taylor Wright Sr. died on November 19, 2001 at Gloucester, Gloucester Co., Virginia, at age 76.^6,2,7