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     Merle Evoitt Lynskey was buried at Mountain View Cemetery, 1300 Mountain View Road, Vinton, Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ He was born on September 29, 1929 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3 He died on September 14, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 28.³

     James Pat Bowles Jr. James "Skip" Pat Bowles, Jr., Dec 30, 1954 - Aug 9, 2025. James Pat “Skip” Bowles, Jr., age 70 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, J.P. Bowles; and brother, Alan Dale Bowles. Surviving are his wife, Doris Hambrick Bowles; daughter, Christy Hambrick and Jose Vega; two grandchildren, Liahni and Keaston; mother, Elizabeth Bowles; sister, Patsy Dudley; brothers, Randy (Becky) Bowles, Brian (Ruth) Bowles, Bruce Bowles; special nephew, Hayden Wright; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Sarah Hambrick, Danny Young, Tom Hambrick, Bonnie (Jake) Washburn, Clara (Lawrence) Dalton, P.D. (Mittie) Hambrick, Judy Brooks, Carl Hambrick, Juanita Wright and Helen Bolling; along with numerous other nieces and nephews. Skip loved working on tractors, lawn mowers and weed eaters. He worked at Lane Company for 22 years along with other various jobs.³ He was born on December 30, 1954 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5,3 He married Debra Irene Hodges on July 2, 1974 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ James Pat Bowles Jr. and Debra Irene Hodges were divorced on December 14, 1984 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² James Pat Bowles Jr. married Patricia Ann Meeks on July 4, 1986 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ James Pat Bowles Jr. and Patricia Ann Meeks were divorced on December 18, 1988 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² James Pat Bowles Jr. married Doris Lee Hambrick on September 2, 2000 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ James Pat Bowles Jr. died on August 9, 2023 at Virginia at age 68.³

     Deborah Sue Guilliams Deborah Guilliams Webster, Jun 15, 1957 - Oct 28, 2025. Deborah Webster, age 68, of Callaway, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born June 15, 1957, Deborah was a lifelong resident of Franklin County and a friend to just about everyone who ever crossed her path. For many years, she worked in the Franklin County Public School system as a cafeteria manager, most proudly at Callaway Elementary School. Feeding folks was her calling — whether it was the children she served at school or her own family gathered around her kitchen table, Deborah showed love through food. After retirement, she continued working in local schools, always with a smile, a laugh, and a warm plate for anyone who needed one. Deborah was known for her kind and gentle heart, her spirited sense of humor, and her generous soul. She had a gift for making people feel welcome — often with a homemade cake in hand. She would spend whole days baking and freezing cakes just so she’d have one ready to share whenever someone needed a little sweetness in their life. Her granddaughters, Kaitlyn Mullins and Alex Mullins, were truly the light of her life. Deborah was not only their beloved MeMe, but also their inspiration and guiding example. Her steady love, encouragement, and laughter helped shape their growing years, and her presence will forever be a cherished part of who they are. Deborah loved her family fiercely, her animals dearly, and her community wholeheartedly. She and her devoted husband, Robert Webster, shared a beautiful life together and would have celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary this December. A true animal lover, she leaves behind her faithful fur-baby, Shiloh. She found joy in the simple things — bird watching from her porch, tending to her flowers, walking on the treadmill while watching Christmas movies, and listening to her favorite country, bluegrass, and gospel music. Deborah had a special love for Christmas and brought that same spirit of warmth and giving to every season of her life. She is survived by her husband, Robert Webster; her daughters, Nicole Flippin and April Wimmer (Nathan); grandchildren, Katlyn Mullins and Alex Mullins; brother, Gary Guilliams (Darlene); sisters, Kathy Guilliams, Patty Snyder (Mick), and Sheila Hall (John); sisters-in-law, Donna Haddix and Linda Pendleton (David); and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who will forever cherish her memory. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Marie Guilliams; her father and mother-in-law, Bobby Webster and Rosemary Strickler; and brother-in-law, Tim Haddix. Deborah Webster will be remembered for her laughter, her kindness, and the way she made every person — and every meal — feel like home.⁴ She was born on June 15, 1957 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 As of December 31, 1976,her married name was Webster.² She married Robert Lee Webster on December 31, 1976 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,5,2,4 Deborah Sue Guilliams died on October 28, 2025 at Virginia at age 68.⁴

     James Alvin Stanley Jr. was buried at Benjamin Wade Cooper Family Cemetery, Rt. 806, 0.4 miles from Rt. 640, Six Mile Post Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ He James Alvin Stanley, Jr., Dec 28, 1957 - Jul 26, 2025. James Alvin Stanley, Jr., age 67 of Callaway died Saturday, July 26, 2025. A graveside service will be held at the Cooper Family Cemetery.³ He was born on December 28, 1957 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3,4 He married Patty Gail Guilliams, daughter of Jimmy Lee Guilliams and Alice Marie Bowles, on November 17, 1982 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ James Alvin Stanley Jr. and Patty Gail Guilliams were divorced on March 23, 2010 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² James Alvin Stanley Jr. died on July 26, 2025 at Virginia at age 67.³