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     Larry Marshall Prillaman was buried at Mullins-East Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 231-68-4246.⁴ He was born on August 30, 1949 at Virginia; His obituary has a birth date of Aug 31, 1949.^4,2,5,3 He married Brenda Joan Burnett, daughter of William West "Bill" Burnett and Virginia Irene Hatcher, on December 31, 1970 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5,3 Larry Marshall Prillaman died on December 3, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 43.^4,2,5 He PRILLAMAN, Larry M., 43, of Route 3, Ferrum, died Thursday morning, December 3, 1992, in Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born August 31, 1949, and was preceded in death by his father, Earnest M. Prillaman. He was a member of Henry Baptist Church, an accomplished musician, Vice President of First National Bank of Ferrum, manager of the Rocky Mount branch and a sixteen year employee of First National Bank. Surviving are his wife, Joan Burnett Prillaman of the home; one daughter, Jennifer Lynn Prillaman, and her fiance, Greg Talley; two sons, Marshall Prillaman and Chris Prillaman, both of the home; his mother, Mary Frances Prillaman of Henry; one sister, Linda P. Adams of Henry; one brother, Jamie Prillaman of Henry; a special mother-in-law and father-in-law, Irene and Bill Burnett; a special sister-in-law, Ellen Burnett. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at the Lynch Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Arnold Terry, with interment to follow in the family cemetery in Henry. Visitation may begin after 2 p.m. Friday afternoon where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. The family suggests in lieu of flowers that memorials be considered for the Ferrum Rescue Squad. on December 4, 1992.⁵

     Ellen Mae Burnett was buried at Burnett Cemetery, Rt. 623 one mile east of Rt. 605, Ingramville, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She Ellen Mae Burnett, Nov 12, 1957 - Jan 14, 2025. Ellen Mae Burnett, age 67, of Ferrum passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was the daughter of William “Bill” Burnett and Irene Hatcher Burnett. She is preceded in death by her Father, Bill; Grandparents; and Brother-In-Law, Larry Prillaman. She is survived by her Mother, Irene Hatcher Burnett; Sister, Joan Prillaman; Nieces and Nephews, Jennifer Talley (Greg), Marshall Prillaman (Trina), and Chris Prillaman (Shawn); Great Nieces and Nephews, Anna Prillaman Robertson (Reece), Tanner Talley, Jordan Price (Austin), Ashley Dawson (Luke), Bridget Prillaman (Kyler), and Laken Prillaman; Great-Great Nephews, Ford Robertson and Jack Dawson; and many other family members and friends. Ellen adored painting pictures, going out for a ride, and listening to old-time mountain music. Her favorite was the Dry Hill Draggers, who her nephew played fiddle with. She would sing her favorite song, “Watermelon on the Vine” with the band by her side at every gathering she attended. Overall, her greatest joys were smiling faces, special friends, her dear family, and the family’s children who Ellen shared an exceptional bond with. Ellen enjoyed life’s beauty and knew only love in her heart as she gleamed with affection and never failed to say “I love you” to everyone she encountered. Strangers and all. Her precious spirit was magnified by the dedication of her Mother, Irene and Father, Bill who devoted their lives to caring for Ellen in their faithful home. Ellen’s life served as a true testament. God’s love shone through her and blessed the lives of all who crossed her path. Her presence enlightened others on all things wonderful in this journey we call life. She exemplified joyfulness here on earth and we know she is rejoicing with the angel band at last. Though our hearts ache immensely, the everlasting impact of Ellen will shine forever. We love you to the ends of the earth. Our treasured, Ellen Mae Burnett. Interment will follow in the Burnett Family Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted, or donations may be made to the Ferrum Rescue Squad in memory of Ellen. The family would like to offer their sincere appreciation for the dedication of each and every one of Ellen’s special caregivers, especially Teresa Elenore Cannady and Diane Perkins who cared for her for many years.³ She was born on November 12, 1957 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3 She died on January 14, 2025 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 67.³