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     Claudine Weaver was born circa 1907 at Virginia.¹

     Carol Lee Withers was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5 She was born on May 17, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4,5 She died on February 24, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 4; Struck by a car.^2,5

     Her Social Security Number was 230-40-6456.⁵ Iris June Withers was born on February 10, 1935 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5 As of January 20, 1954,her married name was Sirry.⁸ She married James Woodrow Sirry on January 20, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁸ Iris June Withers and James Woodrow Sirry were divorced on March 22, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ As of April 25, 1968,her married name was Ayers.⁶ Iris June Withers married Ray Luster Ayers on April 25, 1968 at Rockingham Co., North Carolina.⁶ Iris June Withers died on March 29, 1989 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 54.^5,9

     His Social Security Number was 229-24-8095.⁴ Ray Luster Ayers was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on November 7, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4,6 He married Iris June Withers, daughter of Samuel Duard Withers and Iris Lee Hall, on April 25, 1968 at Rockingham Co., North Carolina.¹ Ray Luster Ayers died on July 9, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 81.^5,4,6,3 He Ray L. Ayers, 81, of Roanoke, VA, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2010. He was a member of the Vinton Moose Lodge and a United States Navy veteran. He was retired from Grand Piano and is preceded in death by his wife, June Ayers. Surviving are daughters, Georgia Schmitt and Sheila Vineyard, of Roanoke, and Wendy Webb, of Salem; stepchildren, James Sirry, of Elizabeth City, NC, Laura Gillaland, of Hawaii, and Douglas Sirry, of Newport News; 10 grandchildren; and brother, Bobby Ayers, of Roanoke. The family would like to thank Good Samaritan Hospice and the staff of Our Lady of the Valley for all their compassion and care. Interment will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on July 10, 2010.⁵

     Her Social Security Number was 229-42-2355.⁴ Claudette Virginia Oliver was buried at Pine Forest Memorial Gardens, Wake Forest, Wake Co., North Carolina.² She was born on March 12, 1936 at Ironto, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4 As of October 3, 1951,her married name was Withers.¹ She married James Duard Withers, son of Samuel Duard Withers and Iris Lee Hall, on October 3, 1951 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 Claudette Virginia Oliver died on August 26, 2013 at Wake Co., North Carolina, at age 77.^2,4 She Claudette Virginia Oliver Withers, March 12, 1936 - August 26, 2013. Claudette Virginia Oliver Withers, of Fuquay-Varina, formerly of Roanoke, Virginia, went home to her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 26, 2013. She was the wife of James D. Withers. Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven and Gerry Withers of Longmont, Colorado; and Daniel and Valerie Withers of Middletown, Rhode Island; two sisters, Robertine Sink of Roanoke and Peggy Butt of Salem Virginia; a sister-in-law, Rosemary Brookes of Roanoke; three grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Claudette was a member of North Raleigh Chapel of 35 years, and before that, a member of Chapel since her youth. Her life reflected to others in a wonderful way her love for her Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. She was a loving wife and mother, and a faithful servant of her Lord. She never hesitated to share the gospel story with people she met. She used her God-given talents to aid the ministry of the Chapel, and to help decorate North Raleigh Chapel on special occasions, especially holidays. She regularly visited the sick and shut-ins of the Chapel, and always carried with her not only the love and encouragement of its members, but also a loaf of her delicious home-baked sour-dough bread, and a container of her own jams or jellies. We will all greatly miss her. Our parting, though sad, will be but for a moment and we will soon be reunited around our Savior forever. Special thanks to Windsor Point retirement home, Hospice of Wake County, and Kelly and Betty for their tender and loving care of Claudette. A private burial service will be held at Pine Forest Memorial Gardens. on August 29, 2013.²

     His Social Security Number was 229-62-3168.⁷ Rev. Edward Wayne Brooks was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on July 15, 1945 at Richmond, Virginia.^4,5,7 He married Rosemary Withers, daughter of Samuel Duard Withers and Iris Lee Hall, on August 5, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,4 Rev. Edward Wayne Brooks died on July 14, 2011 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 65.^4,7,6 He Rev. Edward Wayne "E. Wayne" Brooks, 65, of Roanoke, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, July 14, 2011. Wayne was born in Richmond, Va., on July 15, 1945. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifton B. Brooks. Surviving is his wife of 43 years, Rosemary Withers Brooks; daughter, Angela Brooks Baker; son-in-law, John M. Baker; grandson, Joshua M. Baker; mother, Evelyn W. Brooks; sister, Patricia B. Mellick (Roger); brother, Ronald L. Brooks (Tina); also several nieces, nephews and cousins. Wayne was a 1963 graduate of Douglas Freeman High School and earned his B.S. in Business from Bryan College. He followed the Lord's call into ministry and received his Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary in 1971. Wayne married his loving wife, Rosemary, on August 5, 1967. He served the Lord wholeheartedly pasturing churches in Pennsylvania and Virginia. He was currently serving at Grace Bible Church in Daleville, Va. Wayne had a joy in the Lord that was evident to all who knew him. His favorite Bible verse was Romans 12:1-2. He loved God with all his heart, cherished his family and brought a smile to those he came in contact with. He enjoyed preaching the Word, interacting with people and playing sports. He will be greatly missed by all. Interment will follow at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. on July 16, 2011.⁴

     Leo Mack Bivens Jr. was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on October 13, 1922 at Richmond, Virginia.^2,3 He married Hazel Nell Hall, daughter of George Alexander Hall and Flora Belle Howell, on April 10, 1947 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,4 Leo Mack Bivens Jr. died on November 7, 2016 at Virginia at age 94.³ He Mr. Leo Mack Bivens Jr., 94, passed away Monday, November 7, 2016. Leo was born October 13, 1922 in Roanoke, the son of the late Leo M. and Rose Bivens. He was educated in the Roanoke public school system and was a multi-sport athlete. After serving his country honorably in World War II, he returned to Roanoke and married Hazel Hall. They were married for 69 years and together raised three children, Sue Ellen King (Bill) of Jacksonville, Florida, Dale Randall Bivens of Rustburg, and Paul Kerry Bivens (Karen), of Roanoke. Leo's working life was spent as a long distance driver for major trucking companies. Among other accomplishments he held a pilot's license. He maintained a keen interest in sports of every kind throughout his life. He played baseball through his twenties and later in life took up bowling and golf. He will be remembered by children growing up in the Lindenwood neighborhood of Vinton as someone who took the time to teach them the fundamentals of football and baseball and the importance of good sportsmanship. Many times a knock at the door was a neighborhood kid asking if "Mr. Bivens could come out and play?" Leo accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior many years ago and held membership at Fleming Chapel. In addition to his immediate family, Leo is survived by his brother, Dr. Munsey Wheby (Jean) of Charlottesville; two sisters, Cleo Ferris and Jane Freeman predeceased him. Leo epitomized the virtues of a member of the Greatest Generation. As a loving husband to Hazel and loving father and provider for his family he will be greatly missed, but remembered for a long life well lived. Graveside services will be held at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on November 8, 2016.³

     His Social Security Number was 230-38-1867.⁴ James Woodrow Sirry was born on May 14, 1935 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Iris June Withers, daughter of Samuel Duard Withers and Iris Lee Hall, on January 20, 1954 at Roanoke, Virginia.² James Woodrow Sirry and Iris June Withers were divorced on March 22, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ James Woodrow Sirry died on December 12, 1989 at age 54.⁴

     James Deward Fitzgerald was buried at Mount Carmel Presbyterian Cemetery, 6410 Lee Jackson Highway, Steeles Tavern, Augusta Co., Virginia.^1,3 He was born on July 21, 1912 at Vesuvius, Rockbridge Co., Virginia.^1,3,2 He married Marie Addie Hall, daughter of George Alexander Hall and Flora Belle Howell, on September 28, 1933 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,4,5 James Deward Fitzgerald died on January 14, 1968 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 55.^1,3

     Carole Jean Fitzgerald was buried at Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens, 1921 Shutterlee Mill Road, Augusta Co., Virginia.⁵ She was born on May 28, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia; Her gravestone has a birth date of May 30, 1940.^1,6,2 As of May 4, 1959,her married name was Heatwole.¹ She married William Hilbert Heatwole on May 4, 1959 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^1,2 Carole Jean Fitzgerald died on August 22, 2020 at Fishersville, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 80.^2,5 She FISHERSVILLE - Carole Jean (Fitzgerald) Heatwole, 80, widow of William H. Heatwole, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 22, 2020, at her residence. She was born May 28, 1940, in Roanoke, a daughter of the late James D. and Marie A. (Hall) Fitzgerald. Prior to retirement, she was employed by ASR for 25 years. She was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by a son, Peter Eric Heatwole; and two brothers, James D. (Doris) and Thomas K. Fitzgerald. Family members include a daughter and son-in-law, Robyn and Bill Chestnut of Staunton; three brothers, Melvin R. Fitzgerald of Roanoke, Luther D. Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald, WV, Anthony Wayne Fitzgerald of Victoria; a special granddaughter, Jennifer Nicole Heatwole; and a dearly loved great grandson, Caleb C.E. Swearingin. on August 25, 2020.²

     William Hilbert Heatwole was buried at Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens, 1921 Shutterlee Mill Road, Augusta Co., Virginia.⁵ His Social Security Number was 223-40-1783.³ He was born on June 5, 1935 at Dayton, Rockingham Co., Virginia.^3,5 He married Carole Jean Fitzgerald, daughter of James Deward Fitzgerald and Marie Addie Hall, on May 4, 1959 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^1,6 William Hilbert Heatwole died on December 10, 2002 at Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 67.^2,3,5,4

     His Social Security Number was 226-50-8248.⁹ James Darrell Fitzgerald Sr. was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,4 He was born on October 3, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4,5,9,6 He married Doris Emily Parker on April 28, 1961 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ James Darrell Fitzgerald Sr. died on June 22, 1993 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 51.^3,4,9,5 He James Darrell Fitzgerald Sr., 51, of 5410 Endicott St., NW, died Tuesday (June 22, 1993) at Roanoke Memorial Hospital Cancer Center. He was a son of James and Marie Fitzgerald. He was a retired driver for Halmode Apparel and a former employee of Russell Transfer Co. Survivors include his wife, Doris Fitzgerald; two sons, J. Darrell Jr. and Bryan K. Fitzgerald, both of Roanoke’ a sister, Jean Heatwole of Verona; for brothers, Doug of Firedale, W.Va., Ricky and Melvin, both of Roanoke, and Anthony Fitzgerald of Bland; and three granddaughters. Burial at Mountain View Cemetery, Vinton. on June 23, 1993.³

     Virgie Lea Howell was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ She was born on March 13, 1961 at Buchanan Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,3 As of September 8, 1977,her married name was Fitzgerald.¹ She married Melvin Randall Fitzgerald, son of James Deward Fitzgerald and Marie Addie Hall, on September 8, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Virgie Lea Howell and Melvin Randall Fitzgerald were divorced on May 22, 1980 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Virgie Lea Howell died on June 1, 2018 at age 57.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 231-17-8651.⁵ Peter Eric Heatwole was buried at Oak Lawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens, 1921 Shutterlee Mill Road, Augusta Co., Virginia.^4,7 He was born on April 21, 1963 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^1,4,5,7,6 He married Sandra Kay Riley on December 12, 1986 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.¹ Peter Eric Heatwole died on June 6, 2006 at Verona, Augusta Co., Virginia, at age 43.^3,4,5,7,8 He Peter Eric Heatwole, 43, of 341 Lee Highway, Verona, died Tuesday (June 6, 2006) at his residence. He was born April 21, 1963 in Staunton, a son of Carole Jean (Fitzgerald) Heatwole of Fishersville and the late William H. "Bill" Heatwole. Mr. Heatwole had been ill for a number of years. In addition to his mother, family members include a daughter, Jennifer Nicole Heatwole of Verona; and a sister and brother-in-law, Robyn Marie and Bill Chestnut of Churchville. A private graveside service was conducted in Oaklawn Mausoleum and Memory Gardens. on June 10, 2006.⁴

     Frances Louise Thomason was born circa 1922 at Virginia.³ As of May 3, 1941,her married name was Hall.^1,2 She married Walter Buford Hall, son of George Alexander Hall and Flora Belle Howell, on May 3, 1941 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^1,2

     His Social Security Number was 225-10-6335.⁶ Zachariah Taylor "Zacharia" Bocock was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^3,5 He was born on April 30, 1916 at New River, Pulaski Co., Virginia; His death certificate and draft card have a birth date of Apr 23, 1916.^2,6,7,5,8 He married Helen Irene Hall, daughter of George Alexander Hall and Flora Belle Howell, on July 22, 1939 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5 Zachariah Taylor "Zacharia" Bocock died on April 12, 1992 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.^6,3,5,9 He Z. T. Bocock, 75, died Sunday, April 12, 1992. He was a retired conductor with the Norfolk & Western Railroad with thirty-nine years of service, and was an army veteran of World War II. Mr. Bocock was preceded in death by his wife, Helen I. Bocock. Surviving are a daughter, Iris B. Stevenson of Roanoke; sons, Robert T., David A. and Michael Z. Bocock, all of Roanoke; brothers, John H., Robert W. and Cloyd W., all of Roanoke; James W., Radford; Lloyd G., Floyd W., both of Bland County; Lacy T., Goodview; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Burial will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on April 14, 1992.³

     Jeanie Inez Wyatt was buried at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park, Clay Co., Florida.³ Her Social Security Number was 232-64-8539.⁴ She Jeanie Inez Basham, June 13, 1939 - November 5, 2010. Jeanie I. Basham, 71, born in Piedmont, West Virginia, passed away Friday, November 5, 2010. Jeanie was a loving housewife of 51 years who loved cleaning, fishing, gardening, and Nascar. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clayton C. and Ina Wyatt and grandson, Steven L. Basham. Jeanie is survived by her loving husband, Carmen Basham; children, Eddie Wyatt (Patricia), Mark L. Basham (Brenda), and Sandra D. Swinney (Michael); grandchildren, CJ Wyatt and John Ross Swinney; sisters, Edith Nelson (Jerry) and Donnie Dickerson (Palmer).² She was born on June 13, 1939 at Piedmont, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,2,3 As of June 16, 1958,her married name was Hall.¹ She married John Robert "Johnny" Hall, son of George Alexander Hall and Flora Belle Howell, on June 16, 1958 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.¹ Jeanie Inez Wyatt died on November 5, 2010 at Florida at age 71.^4,2,3

     Robert Taylor Bocock was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁸ He was born on February 3, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,3,4 He married Virginia Edith Mitchell on August 2, 1963 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,9 Robert Taylor Bocock died on November 29, 2020 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 80.⁴ He Robert Taylor Bocock, 80, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020. He was born on Saturday, February 3, 1940, to the late Helen Irene Hall Bocock and Zachariah Taylor Bocock. Robert was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching golf on TV! He also enjoyed being outside working around his home in Roanoke. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Lynn Flemming. Left to cherish his memory include his wife of 56 years, Virginia Edith Bocock; son, Steven Bocock and wife, Patricia "Patty"; brothers, David, and Michael Bocock; sister, Iris Leigh Stephenson; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. on December 6, 2020.⁴