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     Henry Nicholas Prillaman Sr. was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,4,5 He was born on March 17, 1877 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 He married Minnie Alice Burnett, daughter of Charles Marshall "Charlie" Burnett and Alice Rosina West, on April 21, 1911 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,6 Henry Nicholas Prillaman Sr. died on January 20, 1950 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 72.^1,2,4,5 He Henry Nicholas Prillaman, 72, died Friday morning at his home, 1869 Collingwood St., N. E. Surviving are a son, H. N. Prillaman, Jr., Richmond; three daughters, Mrs. Paul A. Powell, Mrs. Parker J. Wigington and Mrs. Burnette Caldwell, Jr., Roanoke; a brother and three sisters, Homer Prillaman, Rocky Mount; Mrs. Rob Prillaman and Mrs. George Turner, Henry; and Mrs. Noah Prillaman, Roanoke; and seven grandchildren. Interment will be in Mountain View, near Boones Mill. on January 21, 1950.⁵

     Ruby Burnett Prillaman was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,7 She was born on February 19, 1912 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,8,2,7 As of June 3, 1932,her married name was Powell.⁶ She married Paul Adrian Powell Sr. on June 3, 1932 at Bristol, Virginia.^1,2,3,6 Ruby Burnett Prillaman died on August 23, 2005 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 93.^2,8,7,9 She Ruby Burnett Prillaman Powell, 93, of Salem, entered her heavenly home, in the arms of Jesus Christ, on August 23, 2005 after a valiant fight with breast cancer. Born February 19, 1912, she enjoyed wonderful memories of her childhood in Prillaman Switch. Ruby graduated from Ferrum Training School and attended Radford College and Emory and Henry College, where she eloped with the love of her life and husband of 73 years, Paul Adrian Powell, who survives her. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents, Minnie Alice Burnett Prillaman and Henry Nicholas Prillaman; sisters, Bessie Prillaman Wiggington and Mary Alice (Peg) Prillaman Caldwell and brother, Henry Nicholas (H.N.) Prillaman. Also preceding her in death are grandsons, Christopher Burnett Daniel, Paul Adrian Powell III, Joseph David Powell and Matthew Johnson Powell. Surviving Ruby are her loving children and spouses, Mary Alice Powell Roberts and Gordon M. Roberts, Jr., Peggy Ann Powell Daniel and Walter L. Daniel, William Nicholas Powell and Catherine Hall Powell, Paul Adrian Powell, Jr. and Donna Johnson Powell, John David Powell and Sherry Beadling Powell; grandchildren and spouses, Gordon McNeely Roberts III and Carolyn Scott Roberts, Alice Adrian Roberts, William West Roberts, Walter Linwood Daniel, Jr. and Emily Berisford Daniel, Nancy Daniel Duffy and Douglas Chapman Duffy, Gerald Anthony Daniel, William Nicholas Powell, Jr. and Amy Bushar Powell, John Paul Powell, James Stratton Powell, Waid Burnett Powell and Laura Kidd Powell, John David Powell, Jr. and Maguire Fallon Powell, Lesley Prillaman Powell, Samantha Green Powell, Robert Beadling Powell, and Michael Joseph Powell; greatgrandchildren, David, Steven and Katie Roberts, Foster and Daniel Burton, Paul and Turner Duffy, Kirill and Alla Daniel and Liam Powell; sister-in-law, Mary Ann (Prillaman) Pohler and brother-in-law, Burnette Caldwell, Jr. The family deeply appreciates the loving care provided by the caregivers, medical personnel and Adventa Hospice. Graveside service at Sherwood Memorial Park, in Salem. on August 25, 2005.²

     His Social Security Number was 229-24-1344.⁸ Paul Adrian Powell Sr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 He was born on February 8, 1912 at Roanoke, Virginia; His draft card has a birth date of Feb 12, 2012.^8,3,4,5,7 He married Ruby Burnett Prillaman, daughter of Henry Nicholas Prillaman Sr. and Minnie Alice Burnett, on June 3, 1932 at Bristol, Virginia.^1,2,3,9 Paul Adrian Powell Sr. died on October 13, 2005 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 93.^8,3,4,6 He Paul Adrian Powell, Sr., 93, of Salem, entered the gate of larger life on Wednesday, October 13, 2005. Born February 8, 1912 and reared in Roanoke, Va., he graduated from Jefferson High School. Paul was a 1933 graduate of Emory and Henry College and as a student, he met, fell in love, and eloped with his wife of 73 years, Ruby Prillaman. While a student at Emory and Henry College he was elected president of both his junior and senior class, served as president of the Blue Key National Honor Fraternity and president of his social fraternity, Phi Gamma Phi. In his junior year he was chosen as member of the College Honor Council and later worked as Editor of the college newspaper. After graduating college in 1933, in the depths of the Great Depression, he embarked on a career in teaching, as well as working two part-time jobs to support his growing family. His hardworking, enterprising spirit began at age 10, when he sold cakes on the Roanoke City Market. Before and during college he worked at a variety of jobs at Norfolk and Western Railroad. The hard work ethic that he possessed led to the founding of Mechanical Development Company, Inc. in Salem. In addition to Mechanical Development Company, he co-founded Medeco Security Locks and Salem Tools, Inc. At the time of his death he served as Chairman of the Board of Mechanical Development Company. Paul was always aware of his humble beginnings and attributed his accomplishments to his dedicated employees and business associates. Throughout his life he remained a supporter and benefactor of many programs that not only benefited his community, but affected the lives of many in other areas. Due partly to these contributions, Emory and Henry college awarded him the Degree of Doctor of Letters, honoris causa. He was a past member of the Emory and Henry Board of Visitors and the Dominion Bankshares Board of Directors. Paul 's greatest love was his family and he always treasured time spent with them at Claytor Lake during the summer months and Canaan Valley during the winter months. He will always be remembered for his enterprising, creative spirit, unique personality and generosity. Paul was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruby Burnett Prillaman Powell and his parents, William Morris Powell and Mary Sarah Falls Powell, siblings Weymouth Powell, Elizabeth Powell, Frances Powell Wyatt, Reginald Powell, Wallace Powell and Martha Powell Clarke. Also preceding him in death are grandsons, Christopher Burnett Daniel, Paul Adrian Powell, III, Joseph David Powell and Matthew Johnson Powell. Surviving Paul are his loving children and spouses, Mary Alice Powell Roberts and Gordon M. Roberts, Jr., Peggy Ann Powell Daniel and Walter L. Daniel, William Nicholas Powell and Catherine Hall Powell, Paul Adrian Powell, Jr. and Donna Johnson Powell , John David Powell and Sherry Beadling Powell ; grandchildren and spouses, Gordon McNeely Roberts, III and Carolyn Scott Roberts, Alice Adrian Roberts, William West Roberts, Walter Linwood Daniel, Jr. and Emily Berisford Daniel, Nancy Daniel Duffy and Douglas Chapman Duffy, Gerald Anthony Daniel, William Nicholas Powell, Jr. and Amy Bushar Powell, John Paul Powell, James Stratton Powell, Waid Burnett Powell and Laura Kidd Powell, John David Powell, Jr. and Maguire Fallon Powell, Lesley Prillaman Powell, Samantha Green Powell, Robert Beadling Powell and Michael Joseph Powell; great-grandchildren, David, Steven and Katie Roberts, Foster and Daniel Burton, Paul and Turner Duffy, Kirill and Alla Daniel and Liam Powell; sister Ruth Powell Mason and W. Thomas Mason; brother-in-law Burnette Caldwell, Jr; sister-in-law Mary Ann (Prillaman) Pohler. The family deeply appreciated the loving care provided by the godly caregivers coordinated by Mrs. Juanita Green, the medical personnel, specifically Dr. Victor Bell and Gentle Shepherd Hospice. Interment immediately following at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. on October 15, 2005.³

     Mary Alice Powell was born on December 31, 1934 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5,6 As of November 21, 1956,her married name was Roberts.⁵ She married Gordon McNeely Roberts Jr. on November 21, 1956 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4,5,7,8

     His Social Security Number was 227-42-3520.⁶ Gordon McNeely Roberts Jr. was buried at West View Cemetery, 5th Street and Carter Street, Radford, Virginia.⁴ He was born on June 25, 1930 at Radford, Virginia.^3,4,5,6,8,7 He married Mary Alice Powell, daughter of Paul Adrian Powell Sr. and Ruby Burnett Prillaman, on November 21, 1956 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,9,3,4,10 Gordon McNeely Roberts Jr. died on January 18, 2013 at Severna Park, Anne Arundel Co., Maryland, at age 82.^4,8,6 He Gordon M. Roberts Jr., 82, formerly of Radford, Va., and a longtime resident of Severna Park, Md., passed away peacefully, on Friday, January, 18, 2013, at home. He was born on June 25, 1930, in Radford, Va., to Gordon M. Sr. and Willie Harvey Roberts, Gordon was raised in Radford. After attending the Greenbrier Military Academy and Virginia Polytechnic Institute, he spent four years in the United States Air Force. Gordon married Mary Alice Powell on November 21, 1956. Mr. Roberts founded Eagle Engineering Corporation along with his wife, son, and associates in 1987. He retired just last year. He was active in Search Ministries and was a member of the Severna Park Evangelical Presbyterian Church. He also served on the founding board of Star Community, Inc. Gordon was known for his love of golden retrievers and was rarely seen without his cowboy boots and hat. In addition to Mary Alice, his beloved wife of 56 years, he is survived by three children, Gordon McNeely III (Carolyn), of Kingsville, Md., Alice Adrian, of Severna Park, Md., and William West, of Hagerstown, Md; three grandchildren, David, Steven, and Katie Roberts, of Kingsville, Md; as well as many nieces and nephews. Burial will be held at West View Cemetery, Fifth Street and Carter Street, Radford, VA. on January 23, 2013.⁴

     Peggy Ann Powell was buried at Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Columbarium, 42 East Main Street, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ Her Social Security Number was 225-44-4433.¹⁰ She Peggy Ann Powell Daniel, 75, of Salem, Va., entered her heavenly home, in the arms of Jesus Christ, on Saturday, December 10, 2011. Peggy was born on August 28, 1936 in Roanoke, Va., to Ruby Burnett Prillaman Powell and Paul Adrian Powell, Sr. Peggy was a graduate of Westhampton College at the University of Richmond, Virginia, where she met her devoted husband, Walter Linwood “Wimpy” Daniel, Sr., who survives her. She is also survived by her daughter, Nancy Daniel Duffy and her husband, Douglas Chapman Duffy; grandsons, Matthew Foster Burton, Jr., Daniel Burnett Burton, Paul Chapman Duffy and Douglas Turner Duffy; son, Gerald Anthony “Jerry” Daniel and his wife, Angela Shifflett Daniel; grandsons, Jacob Anthony Daniel and Walter Linwood “Lin” Daniel III; daughter-in-law, Emily Berisford Daniel; grandson, Walter Kirill Daniel; granddaughter, Alla Katherine Daniel; sister, Mary Alice Powell Roberts and her husband Gordon M. Roberts, Jr. of Baltimore, Md; brothers, William Nicholas “Nick” Powell, Sr. and wife Catherine Hall Powell; Paul Adrian “Buzzy” Powell, Jr. and wife Donna Johnson Powell; John David Powell, Sr. and wife Sherry Beadling Powell; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Peggy Ann was preceded in death by an infant son, Christopher Burnett Daniel and son Walter Linwood “Lin” Daniel, Jr. Peggy Ann had an extra special place in her heart for all her friends and brightened the lives of the many people she came into contact with as a volunteer. Peggy Ann was a member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Salem and she regularly attended Fellowship Community Church in Salem.⁷ She was born on August 28, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5,9,10,6,7 As of October 9, 1959,her married name was Daniel.⁵ She married Walter Linwood Daniel Sr. on October 9, 1959 at Richmond, Virginia.^1,2,4,5,7,8 Peggy Ann Powell died on December 10, 2011 at Virginia at age 75.^9,10,7

     Walter Linwood Daniel Sr. was buried at Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Columbarium, 42 East Main Street, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ He Walter Linwood Daniel, 87, of Salem Va., entered his heavenly home, in the arms of Jesus Christ, on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Wimpy, as he was fondly nicknamed as a youngster due to his big persona and loving nature, was born on May 17, 1935, in Ahoskie, NC, to the late Emma Manning Daniel and William Henry Daniel. In addition to his wife Peggy, Wimpy was predeceased by an infant son, Christopher Burnett Daniel and Walter Linwood Lin Daniel, Jr. his firstborn. Wimpy, upon graduating from high school, proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Wimpys stature and athleticism earned him a football scholarship to the University of Richmond where he met the love of his life, Peggy Ann Powell, a graduate of Westhampton College at the University of Richmond, who predeceased him. As a result of his success on the field, his football number was retired. Though it was known that the Pittsburg Steelers showed interest in recruiting him to play, in his humility, he would simply brush off any mention thereof. After graduation, Wimpy continued his studies at the University of Richmond School of Law; however, Wimpy was offered a position from his father-in-law, Paul Adrian Powell Sr., at Mechanical Development Co, Inc. in Salem, Va. He accepted the offer and worked until he retired as President of the company in 2007. Wimpy was a regular tennis ace, having played multiple times a week at Roanoke Country Club with the large doubles groups until the late 1990s. Once he retired, he picked up the clubs and batted the golf ball around the course with a smile always on his face and friends or family in his cart. He valued the time with his friends and his family was his greatest accomplishment of all. He was a regular at the grandkids sporting events and was a supporter of many charitable organizations in and out of the Roanoke Valley. Wimpy is survived by a daughter, Nancy Daniel Duffy and her husband, Douglas Chapman Duffy; grandsons, Matthew Foster Burton, Jr. (Sydney), Daniel Burnett Burton (Jennifer), Paul Chapman Duffy (Jordan) and Douglas Turner Duffy; son, Gerald Anthony "Jerry" Daniel and his wife, Angela Shifflett Daniel; grandsons, Jacob Anthony Daniel, Walter Linwood "Lin" Daniel III and granddaughter, Heidi Scarlett Daniel; daughter-in-law, Emily Berisford Daniel (Henry Brad Bradley, who was an exceptional friend to our father); grandson, Walter Kirill Daniel (Erika) ; granddaughter, Alla Katherine Daniel and great grandchildren Aria, Llewyn, Isla and soon to be born Yuri Linwood.. Wimpy is also survived by his special companion, Vicki Freeman who was his biggest supporter in the last several years of his life. Wimpy will be greatly missed by his roommate, Buster the black cat whom he cherished and fed fresh sliced turkey daily. Our family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the AMAZING team of caregivers who were steadfast and left our father wanting for nothing, Barbera, Angela and Jessica. Without you, these last 12 months would have been unmanageable. To all his friends, THANK YOU for all you have done, from dinners to companionship, and for the many prayers. Dad had all of you in his thoughts and any mention of you would brighten his spirit. Wimpy was a devoted member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Salem Virginia.⁶ He was born on May 17, 1935 at Ahoskie, Hertford Co., North Carolina.^4,6 He married Peggy Ann Powell, daughter of Paul Adrian Powell Sr. and Ruby Burnett Prillaman, on October 9, 1959 at Richmond, Virginia.^1,2,7,3,5,6 Walter Linwood Daniel Sr. died on January 26, 2023 at Virginia at age 87.^4,6

     His Social Security Number was 229-04-4359.¹⁰ Walter Linwood Daniel Jr. Daniel, Walter Linwood, Jr., 49, of Salem, died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Lin was a graduate of Roanoke College in Salem, Va. He was employed at Mechanical Development Company Inc., in Salem. He was born on October 29, 1960 in Richmond, Va., the son of Walter Linwood Daniel and Peggy Powell Daniel, of Salem, Va. Lin is survived by his wife, Emily Berisford Daniel, son, Walter Kirill Daniel, daughter, Alla Katherine Daniel, sister, Nancy Daniel Duffy, her husband, Douglas Chapman Duffy and nephews Matthew Foster Burton, Jr.,Daniel Burnett Burton, Paul Chapman Duffy & Douglas Turner Duffy, Brother, Gerald Anthony Daniel (Jerry), wife, Angela Shiflett Daniel and nephew, Jacob Anthony Daniel, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Lin was preceded in death by his infant brother, Christopher Burnett Daniel. Emily's family was very special to Lin and it included her parents, Martin and Sandra Berisford, her sister, Meg Morgan, her husband, Perry, and her children Ashley and P.J. and a brother, Andrew Berisford. In addition to being a devoted husband and father, he also coached several sports teams for the City of Salem Parks and Recreation.⁵ He was born on October 29, 1960 at Richmond, Virginia.^5,10,7 He married Sarah Emily Berisford on June 19, 1993 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3,4,5,6,8 Walter Linwood Daniel Jr. died on June 5, 2010 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 49.^5,10,7

     His Social Security Number was 223-13-3599.⁸ Paul Adrian Powell III was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ He was born on December 12, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.^8,6,7,9 He died on May 2, 1991 at Emory, Washington Co., Virginia, at age 21.^8,3,9 He Paul Adrian Powell, III, age 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Adrian Powell , Jr., of 805 Honeysuckle Road, Salem, Va., and Susan Graham Powell of Katy, Texas, was killed in a car/railroad collision at Emory, Va. May 2, 1991. Paul was a junior at Emory and Henry College. In addition to his parents, Paul is survived by three brothers, Joseph, Waid, and Matthew; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Adrian Powell, Sr. of Salem; Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Graham of Augusta, W.Va; Mrs. Sarah Graham, Gretna, Va; and Col. (Ret.) and Mrs. Joseph G. Johnson of Fincastle. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday at St. Paul 's Episcopal Church, Salem. Order of the Burial of the Dead will be lead by Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver. Pallbearers will be members of Paul 's fraternity, Phi Pi Alpha of Emory, friends and relatives. A memorial service will be held for Paul Sunday, May 5, at 11:00 a.m. in the Memorial Chapel at Emory and Henry College conducted by the Rev. Brian Miller. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Emory and Henry College Learning Resource Laboratory, Emory, Va. 24327 or St. Paul 's Episcopal Church Outreach. The family will appreciate visitation from friends between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. on the evenings of Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem. on May 4, 1991.³

     Bessie Mae Prillaman was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^9,2,10 She was born on March 6, 1914 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,7 As of February 24, 1935,her married name was Baxter.⁸ She married Harry Gray Baxter on February 24, 1935 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁸ Bessie Mae Prillaman and Harry Gray Baxter were divorced on October 18, 1939 at Franklin Co., Virginia.³ As of June 8, 1940,her married name was Wigington.⁷ Bessie Mae Prillaman married Parker Jamison Wigington Sr. on June 8, 1940 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^{1,9,11,2,7,10} Bessie Mae Prillaman died on August 1, 1974 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 60.^2,10 She Mrs. Bessie Prillaman Wigington, age 60, of 3207 Collingwood St., N.E., passed away Thursday in a Roanoke hospital. She is survived by her husband, Parker J. Wigington; two sons, Harry G. Wigington of Harrisburg, Pa., Parker J. Wigington Jr., Hillsville; one brother, H. N. Prillaman Jr., Virginia Beach; two sisters, Mrs. Paul A. Powell, Salem and Mrs. Burnette Caldwell Jr. of Salem. Burial will be in Mt. View Memorial Park, Franklin County. on August 2, 1974.¹⁰

     Harry Gray Baxter was buried at Washington National Cemetery, Suitland, Prince George's Co., Maryland.³ He was born on April 17, 1904 at Pulaski, Pulaski Co., Virginia.^3,4,6 He married Bessie Mae Prillaman, daughter of Henry Nicholas Prillaman Sr. and Minnie Alice Burnett, on February 24, 1935 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² Harry Gray Baxter and Bessie Mae Prillaman were divorced on October 18, 1939 at Franklin Co., Virginia.⁷ Harry Gray Baxter died on September 1, 1948 at Washington, D.C., at age 44.^3,5 He Harry Gray Baxter, 44, a pharmacist here since 1945, died last night in Emergency Hospital, where he had been under treatment for head injuries received in a fall Tuesday night. Mr. Baxter whose home was at 1937 Calvert street N.W., was visiting with a friend Tuesday night at 1919 Calvert street when he slipped and fell downstairs from the second floor of his friend's home. An autopsy was to be performed this afternoon to determine whether injuries received in the fall were the cause of his death. Born in Pulaski, Va., Mr. Baxter was a graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Pharmacy. He was a druggist in Virginia before coming to Washington three years ago. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Baxter, and a 20-monthold son, Stewart. on September 2, 1948.⁵

     Harry Gray Baxter was buried at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 4523 Love Road, Millcreek Township, Erie Co., Pennsylvania.^6,7 His Social Security Number was 226-40-4913.³ His name was legally changed to Harry Gray Wigington.^4,3,8 He was born on January 29, 1936 at Nola, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,9,8 He married Martha Elizabeth Barger on July 15, 1961 at Lexington, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^2,10,4,7 Harry Gray Baxter died on December 15, 1987 at Erie, Erie Co., Pennsylvania, at age 51.⁷ He ERIE, PA. - Harry G. Wigington, age 51, 702 Partridge Drive, Erie, Penn., died Tuesday, December 15, 1987. He is survived by his wife, Martha Barger Wigington; one son, Shannon W. Wigington; one daughter, Mary Gaelyn Wigington, all of Erie, Pa; father, Parker J. Wigington, Roanoke; one brother, P. J. Wigington, Jr. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery. on December 18, 1987.⁷

     Martha Elizabeth Barger was buried at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 4523 Love Road, Millcreek Township, Erie Co., Pennsylvania.^5,2 Her Social Security Number was 223-48-0906.⁶ She was born on July 30, 1937 at Lexington, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^1,6,2,4 As of July 15, 1961,her married name was Wigington.³ She married Harry Gray Baxter, son of Harry Gray Baxter and Bessie Mae Prillaman, on July 15, 1961 at Lexington, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,7 Martha Elizabeth Barger died on January 22, 1997 at Erie, Erie Co., Pennsylvania, at age 59.^6,2 She Martha E. Barger Wigington, 59, 702 Partridge Drive, died Wednesday, Jan. 22, 1997, at Saint Vincent Health Center. She was born July 30, 1937, in Lexington, Va., daughter of the late Rush Alton and Mattie Elizabeth Fix Barger. She enjoyed collecting antiques and writing poetry. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Gray Wigington, and two brothers, Junior and Calvin K. Barger. Survivors include two daughters, Shannon G. Wigington and Mary Gaelyn Wigington, both of Erie; two brothers, Winfred K. Barger of Carthage, N.C., and Laurence G. Barger of Pueblo West, Colo; a sister, Mary Ann Shaner of Natural Bridge, Va; and nieces and nephews. Burial will be at Laurel Hill Cemetery. on January 23, 1997.²

     His Social Security Number was 228-01-5159.⁵ Parker Jamison Wigington Sr. was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,2 He was born on April 7, 1910 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^6,5,3,4 He married Bessie Mae Prillaman, daughter of Henry Nicholas Prillaman Sr. and Minnie Alice Burnett, on June 8, 1940 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,6,2,7,3,8 Parker Jamison Wigington Sr. died on May 11, 1995 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 85.^6,2,5 He WIGINGTON, Parker J. Sr., 85, of Rocky Mount, formerly of Roanoke, died Thursday, May 11, 1995 in the local hospital. He was preceded in death by his wives, Bessie Prillaman Wigington and Helen McGhee Wigington and a son, Harry G. Wigington. Surviving are his son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Parker J. Jr. and Carol Wigington, Corvallis, Ore; one daughter-in-law, Martha Wigington, Erie, Pa; four grandchildren; two sisters, Winifred Wigington, Virginia Wigington, both of Rocky Mount. Graveside services will be conducted at Mountain View Memorial Park. on May 13, 1995.²