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     Carter Jackson Webb was buried at Daleville Cemetery, Daleville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.⁵ He was born on February 1, 1937 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² He married Roxie Gray Sublett on June 5, 1956 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.³ Carter Jackson Webb and Roxie Gray Sublett were divorced on November 20, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.³ Carter Jackson Webb married Roxie Gray Sublett on April 3, 1973 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Carter Jackson Webb married Delores Jean Martin on August 30, 1975 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,5,8 Carter Jackson Webb died on March 22, 2009 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 72.^4,5 He Carter Jackson Webb, 72, of Botetourt County, Va., passed away Sunday, March 22, 2009, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy and Lettie Webb. Carter is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Delores Martin Webb; sons, SSG Bruce Webb and his wife, Cindy, of Staunton, and Tony Webb, of Roanoke; and daughter, Robin Brooks and her husband, David, of Roanoke. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Justin Webb and his wife, Sheina, Tony Webb, Amber Brooks, Taylor Webb; two great-grandchildren, Mikayela and Haylie Webb; a special niece, Jill Hepfner; very lovable kitty cat, Puff; brothers, Gene Webb and his wife, Rachel, Donald Webb and his wife, Gale; sister, Gatha Radford; and a host of other relatives. Carter served in the National Guard and was a building contractor for many years in the Roanoke Valley. His favorite pastime was playing golf with his friends. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Simpson Funeral Home and a service celebrating Carters life will be held 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at Simpson Funeral Chapel with Pastor Dave Rochford officiating. Interment will follow in Daleville Cemetery. on March 24, 2009.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 226-40-4128.⁴ Nathaniel Dee Radford was buried at Vest Cemetery, 432 Cypress Drive SE, Floyd Co., Virginia.^3,5 He was born on June 16, 1934 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,4,5 He married Gatha Dawn Webb, daughter of Lee Roy Webb and Lettie Marilla Nichols, on March 16, 1961 at Floyd Co., Virginia.¹ Nathaniel Dee Radford and Gatha Dawn Webb were divorced on December 6, 1973 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Nathaniel Dee Radford died on December 19, 1988 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 54.^3,4,5

     Delores Jean Martin was buried at Daleville Cemetery, Daleville, Botetourt Co., Virginia.² She was born on March 16, 1940 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of August 30, 1975,her married name was Webb.¹ She married Carter Jackson Webb, son of Lee Roy Webb and Lettie Marilla Nichols, on August 30, 1975 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,2 Delores Jean Martin died on July 12, 2011 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 71.^5,2,3 She Delores Martin Webb, 71, of Roanoke, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 12, 2011, while attending the Blue Ridge Theater in Ferrum. Delores was born on March 16, 1940, in Paint Bank, Va., to Monsell and Hampton Martin. In addition to her parents, Delores is predeceased by her beloved husband, Carter J. Webb. Delores was retired from Lewis-Gale Medical Center where she had served the community as an X-Ray Technician for 40 plus years. Following her retirement from Lewis-Gale, she had worked for several years at Dunman Floral Supply. Delores loved life and people and always had a smile and a word of kindness or encouragement for everyone she met. She will be sorely missed by her family and friends who have shared their friendship together over the years. Those left to mourn her passing are three sisters, Ama Lowe Martin Reid, of Salem, Louvena Anderson Sanders, of Roanoke, and Martha M. Hepfner, of Blacksburg; also to mourn her passing is a special niece, Jill D. Hepfner; her constant companion, her cat, "Puff;" two nephews, George and David Anderson; three step children, Bruce (Butch) Webb, Tony Webb and Robin W. Brooks; and several step grandchildren. The family would like to offer a special thanks to members of the Ferrum College community, especially the President and her husband as well as the staff at Franklin Memorial Hospital for their many acts of helpfulness during this very difficult time. Funeral Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, 2011, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by the Rev. David Rochford. Interment will follow in Daleville Cemetery. on July 15, 2011.²

     Elmer Gene Webb was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^5,6 He was born on February 22, 1941 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,6 He married Rachel Ellan Altice on November 3, 1962 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,6 Elmer Gene Webb died on January 2, 2013 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 71.^4,5,6 He Elmer Gene Webb, 71, of Roanoke, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, after a brief illness. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after more than 30 years of service, and enjoyed listening to blue grass music. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy and Lettie Webb; and a brother, Carter Webb and his wife, Delores. Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years, Rachel Webb; daughters, Pamela Blankenship and husband, Ronnie; and Tina Webb; a special grandson, Mitchell Webb Blankenship; brother Don Webb and wife, Gale; sister, Gatha Radford; and serveral nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the nursing staff on 6 West at Lewis Gale Medical Center for their excellent care and concern. Funeral services will be conducted 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 5, 2013, at Simpson Funeral Home, 5160 Peters Creek Road by Pastor Jay Fields. Interment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on January 4, 2013.⁵

     Otha Pelton "O.P." Akers was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^5,7 He married Florence R. Webb, daughter of Harry Tazwell Webb and Rena Catherine Sigmon.^1,2 Otha Pelton "O.P." Akers was born on October 18, 1914 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^4,5,8,7 He died on March 14, 2009 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 94.^5,8,6,7 He Otha (O.P.) Akers, 94, of Callaway, went to be with the Lord on March 14, 2009. He was born October 18, 1914, a son of the late E. Garry and Bevelene Akers. He was also preceded in death by his brother E. Garry Jr., two sons, Gary Lee and Harry Lynn Akers. Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 74 years Florence W. Akers; one son, Steven Akers and wife Vicki; one daughter, Cassandra Milliron and husband Jack; four grandchildren and spouses, Jay Milliron (Stephanie), Troy Akers (Amy), Monica Shepard (Gary), Joshua Akers (Lynn); eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving are John Corel a very close cousin, just like a brother, who lived with the family several years, Mark Cannaday, a special devoted friend. O.P. was a life long member of Piedmont Presbyterian Church and really appreciated and loved his many friends. He was a contract hauler for many years in Franklin County. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park. on March 16, 2009.⁷

     Dewey Arlington Justus was buried at Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Buchanan Co., Virginia.^2,3 He was born on July 21, 1899 at Virginia.² He married Edith Katherine Webb, daughter of Harry Tazwell Webb and Rena Catherine Sigmon, on August 27, 1973 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4,2 Dewey Arlington Justus died on May 6, 1978 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 78.²

     Roxie Gray Sublett was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 She was born on March 9, 1934 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,4,5,3 As of June 5, 1956,her married name was Webb.⁴ She married Carter Jackson Webb, son of Lee Roy Webb and Lettie Marilla Nichols, on June 5, 1956 at Chesterfield, Chesterfield Co., South Carolina.⁴ Roxie Gray Sublett and Carter Jackson Webb were divorced on November 20, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ Roxie Gray Sublett married Carter Jackson Webb, son of Lee Roy Webb and Lettie Marilla Nichols, on April 3, 1973 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Roxie Gray Sublett died on August 3, 2008 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 74.^6,5,2,3 She Roxie Sublett Webb, 74, of Roanoke, on Sunday, August 3, 2008, went to be with her Lord, where she is reunited with her mother, Lena Y. Sublett and sister, Shirley Stancil. She was a longtime member of Preston Oaks Baptist Church. Roxie worked at Brendle's, Woolco and Peoples Drugs. A loving mother, she is survived by her sons, U.S. Army S/Sgt. Bruce Webb and wife, Cindy and Tony L. Webb and fiance, Carol Hall; daughter, Robin W. Brooks and husband, David W. Brooks; grandchildren, Justin Webb and wife, Shena, Tony M. Webb, Taylor Webb and Amber Brooks; two greatgrandchildren; three sisters, Beverly Jones and husband, Clarence, Sharon Gilbert and husband, Jim and Bonnie Gill; two brothers, David Sublett and wife, Joann and Johnny Sublett and wife, Connie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel. The Rev. James R. Millsaps will officiate. Interment will be in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens on August 5, 2008.²

     Ronnie Wayne Blankenship was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on May 9, 1964 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 He married Pamela Jean Webb, daughter of Elmer Gene Webb and Rachel Ellan Altice, on April 6, 2002 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 Ronnie Wayne Blankenship died on May 11, 2024 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 60.³ He Ronnie Wayne Blankenship, May 9, 1964 - May 11, 2024. Ronnie Wayne Blankenship, 60, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Ronnie was born in Roanoke, Va., in 1964 to the late Malcolm Wayne Blankenship and Patricia Sue Bush Blankenship of Roanoke. He was husband to Pamela Jean Webb Blankenship; father to Mitchell Webb Blankenship; brother to Bo Blankenship; his sister-in-law is Libby Oechsli Blankenship; his nephews are Tyler James Blankenship (Soni) and Lucas Oechsli Blankenship; his sister-in-law is Tina Webb; his mother-in-law is Rachel Webb; and many more loving uncles, aunts, and cousins survive him. Ronnie's very recent, and most proud recognition was by the American Culinary Federation President for Ronnie's time, talents, and contributions to the organization. He will be recognized In July 2024 in Arizona, at the ACF National Convention where he will receive an award, the American Culinary Federation's Presidential Medallion. A graduate of Patrick Henry High School, Ronnie received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Ferrum College, Nutritional Science from University of Florida, Certified Executive Chef, Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional, Certified Food Protection Manager, Food Management Professional, HACCP Certified, Accredited Culinary Evaluator, CRM Proctor, ServSafe instructor/ proctor, Career Studies Professor and Dietitian. He worked for over 45 years in Culinary Arts and Food Service, held positions on the American Culinary Federation Southwestern Virginia Chapter Board, and was the American Culinary Federation Southwestern Virginia Chapter Vice President in 2011. Ronnie was a member of the National Ice Carvers Association, the World Association of Chefs and the Association of Food Professionals and Nutritionists. He had an extremely notable culinary career which included Executive Chef at the famous Library Restaurant in Roanoke during the 1980s, worked at world famous area resorts including The Homestead, Greenbrier, Snowshoe, and seasonally at Nags Head, NC, before settling down in Roanoke and starting a hospitality consulting firm, Crescent Creek Consulting, where he made many friends and was affiliated with many great restaurants, hotels and country clubs throughout the United States. Ronnie helped young careers, more recently working with young culinary enthusiasts and young professionals at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation and Central Virginia Community College. He was also recognized for Ice Sculptures throughout Virginia. Ronnie was equally notable as an area musician as he was the youngest musician to ever record at the great Harold Thompson's local recording studio Threshold Recording. He played drums with Kelley's Music founder Richard Kelley in Foremost and Goldust. He made appearances on the Ryman Auditorium Stage, colosseums, and state fairs. As a drummer, he played in many bands and national acts, including Czar, Ocean, Alpha Centauri, Eye of the Storm, Blind Rhino, Brotherhood, Prime-Time, T-Bone Jones, Rapid Transit, Backroads Band, Nashville Showman, Crypto Cats Band and many others including the Patrick Henry High School Band of Gold, the choir band, Pep Band and the jazz band in high school and college. He was also noted for Blues Guitar performances, guitar at Relay for Life events and piano and guitar for special church events throughout the area. Ronnie was a man of many artistic talents including Ice Carver, landscape painter, and poet. He was a proud supporter of Relay for Life and Kiwanis International. Thanks to all his friends and family. Interment will follow the funeral service in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on May 15, 2024.³