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     David Gail Cox was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,4 He David Gail Cox, 62, of Hemphill, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 at his residence. Born September 21, 1959 in Welch, he was the son of the late Charles "Buddy" Cox and Sylvia Loretta Reeves Cox. David was a member of the Davy Volunteer Fire Department as a firefighter for many years. David loved the fire department and helping people. He volunteered his services many times to lead funerals and assist with traffic control. He planned and helped with many events in the Davy area. He was also a news paper carrier for the Welch News Paper, and he was of the Pentecostal faith. In addition to his parent; he was preceded in death by his sister, Debra Mae Martin and his brother, Danny Cox. Those left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Vickie Cox of the home; one step son, Melvin Prevento Jr. and wife Peggy of Welch; one step daughter, Margaret Clemins and husband Richard of North Welch; one brother, Donald Cox and wife Roxie of Pinnacle, NC; one sister, Dee Dee Mabe and husband John of King, NC; step grandchildren, Coda Bowen and wife Ashley, Skye Bowen, Briana Prevento, Tiffany Toler, Brittany Hughes, and Kellie Toler. Burial will follow in the Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery at Bluewell.² He married Vickie Unknown.^1,2 David Gail Cox was born on September 21, 1959 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.² He died on October 28, 2021 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 62.²

     Debra Mae "Debbie" Cox was buried at Crestview Memorial Park, 6850 University Parkway, Rural Hall, Forsyth Co., North Carolina.^6,3 She was born on September 3, 1961 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^3,4 As of April 21, 1980,her married name was Martin.⁴ She married Perry Wayne Martin on April 21, 1980 at Lebanon, Russell Co., Virginia.^1,4 Debra Mae "Debbie" Cox died on June 26, 2018 at North Carolina at age 56.³ She STOKES - Debra Mae Cox Martin, 56, born September 3, 1961, passed away June 26, 2018. The burial will be immediately following the funeral at Crestview Memorial Gardens. on June 27, 2018.³

     Peggy Joyce Johnson was buried at Meadowlawn Memorial Gardens,4244 Madison Street, New Port Richey, Pasco Co., Florida.³ Her Social Security Number was 234-44-8854.² She was born on May 20, 1930 at Coalwood, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 As of July 16, 1949,her married name was Cox.¹ She married Carlos Calvin Cox, son of Charles Franklin Cox and Lillie Mae Young, on July 16, 1949 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.¹ Peggy Joyce Johnson died on July 17, 2002 at New Port Richey, Pasco Co., Florida, at age 72.^2,4,5 She DOBKIN, Peggy, 72, of New Port Richey, died Wednesday (July 17, 2002) at Orchard Ridge Nursing Home, New Port Richey. Born in Virginia, she came here 22 years ago from Chicago and was a bookkeeper with Byron's Department Stores. Survivors include two brothers, Donald Johnson, Buffalo, N.Y., and Harold Johnson, Ohio; and a sister, Elizabeth Cox, Virginia. on July 23, 2002.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 233-54-6730.² Donald Lee Ellis was born on July 9, 1936 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 He married Georgia Alene Cox, daughter of Charles Franklin Cox and Lillie Mae Young, on December 10, 1954 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.¹ Donald Lee Ellis died on June 13, 1993 at West Virginia at age 56.²

     James Paris Belcher was buried at Lewis-Houck Cemetery, Pocahontas, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^3,8,7 His Social Security Number was 232-28-5070.⁵ He and Ella Mae Cox were divorced.⁷ James Paris Belcher was born on September 2, 1918 at Clear Fork, Tazewell Co., Virginia.^1,3,5,9,8,10 He married Ella Mae Cox, daughter of Charles Franklin Cox and Lillie Mae Young, on September 28, 1945 at Hemphill, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^1,2 James Paris Belcher died on May 4, 1973 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 54.^3,4,5,8,7 He Funeral services for James Paris Belcher, 54, of Welch, who died Friday in a Welch hospital after a short illness, will be conducted today. Burial will follow in Houck Cemetery in Pocahontas, Va. He was born in Pocahontas. He was a retired miner and was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include three sons, James Belcher of Roanoke, Va., Clarence and Joseph Belcher of Welch; one daughter, Linda Belcher of Welch; two brothers, Eugene Belcher of Pocahontas and Walter Belcher of Glade Springs, Va; one sister, Mrs. Virgie Smith of Clayville, Va; one half-brother, Henry Belcher of Pocahontas; four half-sisters, Mrs. Hazel Miller and Mrs. Eula Osborne of Pocahontas, Mrs. Beulah Osborne of Cleveland, Ohio and Mrs. Irene Osborne, Address unknown; and two grandchildren. on May 5, 1973.

     Harold Freeman "Tommy" High was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,8 His Social Security Number was 242-42-5582.⁹ He was born on April 27, 1928 at Bailey, Nash Co., North Carolina.^6,7,9 He married Ella Mae Cox, daughter of Charles Franklin Cox and Lillie Mae Young, in 1971 at Pasquotank Co., North Carolina.^2,3,4,5,10 Harold Freeman "Tommy" High died on October 19, 2009 at Welch, McDowell Co., West Virginia, at age 81.^9,8 He Harold F. "Tommy" High, 81, of Hemphill passed away Monday, October 19, 2009 in Welch Community Hospital. Born April 27, 1928 in Bailey, N.C. he was the son of the late Andrew J. High and Nola Eatmon High. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, and was a retired coal miner. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles E., James A. and Garland R; four sisters, Marguerite, Geraldine, Phyllis Jean and Barbara; and a stepson, Joe Belcher. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Ella Mae High of the home; two sons, Michael High Sr. of Virginia Beach, Va. and Thomas High and wife Bena of Raleigh, N.C; two daughters, Judy Adkins and husband Elmer of Lakewood, Ohio and Cindy McCarthy and husband Rob of Rochester Hills, Mich; two stepsons, James H. Belcher and wife Marsha of Bastian, Va., and Clarence W. Belcher and wife Barbara of Welch; a stepdaughter, Linda S. High of Virginia Beach, Va; one brother, James C. High of Chesapeake, Va; three sisters, Wanda Whitley and husband Clinton, Mary Yvonne Whitley, and Sandra Johnson, all of Wilson, N.C; 14 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton. on October 21, 2009.⁸

     Thomas Lewis Higgins Tom Higgins, AKA Paboo, left this world on December 11, 2016, to start a new adventure. He passed on peacefully, surrounded by his wife and daughters and his loyal dogs Bailee and Bear, who never left his side throughout his illness. Tom is survived by his wife of 46 years, Debbie Higgins. Together, they raised a beautiful family that made him proud. His beloved daughters, Dawn Higgins Andrews and Ashleigh Higgins Bagwell, were the loves of his life. He was proud of their accomplishments and he was thankful they both lived close so he saw them often. Nothing made him happier than one of his babies popping in the front door to visit! His grandchildren were his true heart. He was fortunate to be able attend the National Dance Awards in Orlando in August 2016 and watch his beloved oldest granddaughter, Morgan Higgins, win a national title. It was one of the highlights of his life. He loved his grandson, Nolan Bagwell, and knew he was amazing young man full of promise. One of his favorite days was to take Nolan on the boat as his first mate, and teach him to fish. Tom was blessed to help homeschool Lexi Andrews and Savannah Andrews and share his love for science with them. He never missed a soccer game, grandparent's day at school or a school play. He never wanted to miss any special moments in their lives. He was honored to be the one to take Stella Andrews and Elliott Andrews to preschool. He enjoyed the special Paboo time he had with them. Often, when picking them up from preschool he would come home and prepare Elliott's favorite, Paboo hamburgers for lunch. There was nothing he enjoyed more than preparing one of the kid's favorite meals. The legacy of love Paboo left his children and grandchildren will continue to be passed on for generations to come. He will be missed more than words can express. Tom was the son of the late Sidney Cecil Higgins and Anita Logwood Higgins. He is survived by his sister, Marie Doyle. He also leaves behind a loving family of cousins and nieces and nephews and a son-in-law, Robert Andrews. Tom loved to fish, camp and hunt and cruise in the bay on his boat. One of his favorite pastimes was to sit on the back porch observing nature. He loved watching deer meander into the backyard or to watch racoons wander into the marsh. He was always looking for bald eagles and could identify the local birds in the backyard by listening to them sing. He was also a loyal Redskins fan, sticking with them through the good and the bad years. Tom served in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam era. He was proud to serve his country.⁵ He was born on March 2, 1949 at Norfolk, Virginia.^2,3 He married Deborah Lynn Roughton on March 27, 1971 at Norfolk, Virginia.³ Thomas Lewis Higgins died on December 11, 2016 at Chesapeake, Virginia, at age 67.⁵

     George Grant Winter was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He was born on June 4, 1938 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3 He married Ethel Davis Wood, daughter of Carlton Board "Buddy" Wood and Sarah Levicie McNeil, on November 16, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ George Grant Winter and Ethel Davis Wood were divorced on November 25, 1959 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ George Grant Winter died on March 6, 2021 at Virginia at age 82.² He George G. Winter, 82, of Roanoke County, Virginia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 6, 2021. He was the son of the late Herman and Nan Winter. George was a faithful member of Melrose Baptist Church for over 50 years and a member of the Beacon Sunday School Class that he truly loved. He was a graduate of Jefferson High School and National Business College. George was the owner/operator of Town Auto Sales for over 40 years and a member of the VIADA. He was a classic car enthusiast. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sandra E. Winter; daughters, Dawn Winter-Ware and Doretta Winter; granddaughter, Scarlett Ware; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Doretta and Bruce Switzer; special nephew, Clinton Switzer Jr; cousins, Lottie Crowder (Clyde), Bernard Lemon (Ruby), Reginald Lemon (Margie), Nona King (Pete), Jimmy Spangler, and Jimmy Norwood; and numerous cousins in Maryland. A Graveside Service will be conducted at Evergreen Burial Park. on March 9, 2021.²

     Her Social Security Number was 226-50-2121.⁸ Nancy Rosina Boens was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia.³ She was born on June 28, 1940 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^8,2,5,3 As of July 2, 1966,her married name was Lloyd.¹ She married Donald Thomas Lloyd on July 2, 1966 at Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,5,9 Nancy Rosina Boens died on March 27, 2011 at Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia, at age 70.^8,5,3,10 She Two years to the date of her husbands passing, Nancy Boens Lloyd, 70, of Narrows, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 27, 2011, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Montgomery County on June 28, 1940 and was the daughter of the late Aubry Edward and Bertha Sowder Boens. In addition to her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Donald Thomas (Tom) Lloyd. A graduate of Narrows High School and Radford University, Nancy earned a Masters Degree in education from Virginia Tech. She served as an elementary school teacher for 26 years in the Giles County Public School system and was also a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Narrows, serving as church treasurer for 27 years, an Adult Sunday School class teacher, and a Womens Missionary Union member for many years. She also served as President of the Giles Education Associations Credit Union and a former member of the Narrows Junior Womans Club. Nancy loved camping and was an avid bridge player who had accumulated over 100 master points. Left to cherish her memory are her two sons, George E. Lloyd and wife, Lisa, of Roanoke, and Dale A. Lloyd and wife, Lisa, of Narrows; two grandchildren, Allison Lloyd and Jonathan Lloyd; a brother, Bernard Boens and wife, Lee, of Shawsville; two sisters, Linda Clevinger and husband, Norman, of Decatur, Ala., and Eleanor Boens and husband, Greg Rose, of Richmond; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special friends and caregivers. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery. on March 28, 2011.⁵