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     Gregory Steven Hale was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,4 He was born on July 19, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 He died on August 27, 1985 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 16.^3,4

     William Roger Hale William "Roger" Hale, born August 7, 1939, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 6, 2025. Roger was the beloved son of the late Maynard and Carey Hale. He was also preceded in death by his brother, James Hale. In 1983, Roger married Brenda Hale, and together they built a loving home on the very land where he grew up in Ferrum, Virginia. A devoted husband and father, Roger's life was a testament to faith, hard work, and family. Roger dedicated 28 years of service to DuPont and later worked at Rocky Mount Elementary School for seven years. He also served his country honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. A man of many passions, Roger found joy in hunting, music, and restoring classic cars. He was a faithful member of Twin Oaks Baptist Church in Ferrum, Virginia, where his strong faith and warm spirit were evident to all who knew him. Roger is survived by his loving family: sons Danny Campbell, Randy Campbell, Sandy Campbell, and Tim Hale; his daughter, Kay Smith; his brothers, Roy Hale and Jimmy Hale; and his cherished nieces and nephews, including Maynard Hale, JJ Hale, Travis Hale, and Lorie Holland. Roger will be remembered for his kind heart, dedication to his family, and unwavering faith. His presence will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. Interment will take place in the Hale-Guilliams family cemetery.⁵ He was buried at Hale-Guilliams Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.⁵ He and Linda Hall were divorced.² William Roger Hale was born on August 7, 1939 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,5 He married Linda Hall on December 23, 1961 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia.² William Roger Hale married Brenda Lee Hall on April 29, 1983 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,4,5 William Roger Hale died on January 6, 2025 at Virginia at age 85.⁵

     Brenda Lee Hall was buried at Hale-Guilliams Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.² She was born on May 29, 1948 at Patrick Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of April 29, 1983,her married name was Hale.¹ She married William Roger Hale, son of Maynard Clarence Hale and Carrie Liyne Guilliams, on April 29, 1983 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,4 Brenda Lee Hall died on June 2, 2023 at Ferrum, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 75.² She Brenda Lee Hale, age 75, of Ferrum, passed away at home peacefully after suffering from a long illness on Friday, June 2, 2023. She was born on May 29, 1948, a daughter of the late Foster and Idell Hall. Surviving are her loving husband, William Roger Hale; sons, Danny Campbell, Randy Campbell and Sandy Campbell (Rick Baker); two brothers, Harold Hall (Linda Sue) and David Hall (Maria); two sisters, Betty Cruise (Roy) and Linda Renolds; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Interment will follow in the Hale-Guilliams Cemetery. on June 4, 2023.²

     James Clarence Hale James Clarence Hale, age 81 of Ferrum, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 16, 2024, after a brief hospital stay. James was born on July 21, 1943, to the late Maynard and Carrie Hale. His sisters-in-law, Brenda Hale and Goldie Hale also preceded him in death. James was a devoted Christian and knew the Bible like no other. He was always trying to guide others to salvation, even while in the hospital in ICU. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many. During his free time, he was usually involved in reading the Bible or other religious material or participating in church activities. He had a very kind heart and would do anything he could for others. James is survived by his daughter Lorie Holland (Ken); his son James, who is known to most as Travis. James also has three living brothers, Roger Hale, Roy Hale, and Jimmie Hale. Additionally, he leaves behind seven grandchildren, Kristin Hale, Madison Holland, Whitney Holland, Jonas Holland, Jillian Holland, Emberly Holland, and Jayce Holland. He is also survived by numerous other family members and friends, including his church family at Woodlawn Baptist in Rocky Mount. Afterwards, there will be a private burial at the Guilliams - Hale family cemetery in Ferrum.⁴ He was buried at Hale-Guilliams Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on July 21, 1943 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Brenda Holley on November 16, 1967 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.² James Clarence Hale died on September 16, 2024 at Virginia at age 81.⁴

     Goldie Marie Griffith Goldie Hale, August 17, 1945 — August 9, 2023. Goldie Hale, age 77 of Rocky Mount, passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023.⁴ She was born on August 17, 1945 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,4,2,3 As of June 21, 1969,her married name was Hale.¹ She married Jimmy Otis Hale, son of Maynard Clarence Hale and Carrie Liyne Guilliams, on June 21, 1969 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Goldie Marie Griffith and Jimmy Otis Hale were divorced on August 5, 1977 at Franklin Co., Virginia.³ Goldie Marie Griffith died on August 9, 2023 at Virginia at age 77.⁴

     John Harry Housman was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,4 He was born on January 2, 1914 at Virginia.^2,4 He married Clara E. Jones, daughter of John Fulton Jones and Cynthia Ellen Sowder, circa 1935.^1,2 John Harry Housman died on January 8, 2003 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 89.^2,3,4 He John H. Housman, born January 2, 1914 died January 8, 2003. He was retired from N&W Railroad and was a member of Belmont Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Clara Jones Housman; sisters, Louisa Byrd of Hardy, Va., Eliza (Nelson) Updike of Hopewell, Va., Mary (Silas) Mitchell of Union Hall, Va; brother-in-law, Jimmy Jones of Chester, Va; sisters-in-law, Margaret Jones and Casey Bernard, both of Rocky Mount, Va; special niece and nephew, Mary and James Guilliams, and other nieces and nephews; special friends, Eugene and Eloise Dunagan. Funeral services will be held at Oakey's Roanoke Chapel on Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 12 noon with Rev. Emily Hoyer officiating. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on January 10, 2003.²

     Julian Montague Ingram married Sallie Malinda Jones, daughter of John Fulton Jones and Cynthia Ellen Sowder.¹ Julian Montague Ingram was born on August 21, 1897 at Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia; His WWI Draft Registration card has a birth year of 1895.^1,2 He died on December 30, 1929 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 32.¹

     Virginia Estelle Ingram was buried at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.³ She was born on August 3, 1921 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,3,4 As of February 28, 1942,her married name was Austin.¹ She married Glenn Alvin Austin Sr. on February 28, 1942 at Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^1,3,5 Virginia Estelle Ingram died on April 23, 2014 at Florida at age 92.^3,4 She Virginia Austin, 92, Austin, Virginia, went to her eternal home on April 23, 2014 after 92 faithful years of devotion to her Lord and her family. She was born on August 3, 1921 in Roanoke, Va. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn; and sons, Randy and Wayne. She leaves a wonderful legacy in her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving her are Alvin and Narelle Austin of Brisbane, Australia, and their children, Jeffrey and Renee. Also surviving are Mike and Sara Michaelson of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., and their children, Mike and Michelle Blumenthal and Jack and Dean of Shalimar, Fla; Jay and Stephanie Wheat and Victoria and Alexander of Fort Walton Beach, Fla; and Jeremy and Lauren Gibson and Everett of Kingsport, Tenn. Virginia spent most of her life in the beautiful state of Virginia before moving to Florida 15 years ago. Her family will return her to her childhood home in Victoria, Va., where many of her loved ones still reside, including her brother, Jimmie Ingram of Victoria; and her sister, Mary Frances Dirks of Richmond. Services will be at Laurel Hill UMC at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, with burial in Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Victoria, Va. on April 30, 2014.³

     Glenn Alvin Austin Sr. was buried at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^3,4 He was born on August 7, 1916 at Caldwell Co., North Carolina.^2,3,4 He married Virginia Estelle Ingram, daughter of Julian Montague Ingram and Sallie Malinda Jones, on February 28, 1942 at Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^1,5,3 Glenn Alvin Austin Sr. died on February 18, 1976 at Green Bay, Lunenburg Co., Virginia, at age 59.^3,4

     Rudolph Francis "Randy" Austin was buried at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^2,3 He was born on March 29, 1947 at Farmville, Prince Edward Co., Virginia.^2,3 He died on February 10, 1948 at Lewiston, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.^2,3

     Elbert Wayne Austin was buried at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery, Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia.³ He was born on August 23, 1953 at Farmville, Prince Edward Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Bernice Elaine Edmonds on February 15, 1975 at Lunenburg Co., Virginia.⁴ Elbert Wayne Austin died on March 2, 1986 at Victoria, Lunenburg Co., Virginia, at age 32.³