Matthew Dwayne Golden1,2,3,4

M, b. February 13, 1962, d. January 17, 2025
FatherJohn Wesley Golden Jr.1,3,4 b. December 20, 1920, d. November 20, 2006
MotherMarion Lou Wilhelm1,3,4 b. August 24, 1937, d. February 27, 2022
     Matthew Dwayne Golden was buried at Galatia Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Eagle Rock, Botetourt Co., Virginia.3 He Matthew Dwayne Golden, Feb 13, 1962 - Jan 17, 2025. Matthew Dwayne Golden of Roanoke, Va; went to be with his lord and savior Jesus Christ, on January 17 th, 2025 in Lynchburg, VA. Matt was preceded in death by his father; John Golden Jr. and mother; Marion Lou (Milly) Wilhelm Golden. Matthew is survived by his only son; Brandon Golden, as well as his brother and sister; John Wesley Golden III (Marti) and Tamera Fox (Larry). Also surviving are Matt’s nieces, Konley Brewer, Savanna Orange, Kendel Fox, and many other cousins. Matt was born in Alleghany County and raised in Selma, Va; He graduated with honors and was ranked sixth in the class of 1980 at Alleghany High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, VA. He also received teacher certification in Mathematics and Personal Finance. Matthew dedicated a combined 40+ years of his life to public services in education and athletics at Clifton Forge Middle School, James Breckinridge Middle School, and Alleghany High School; before being a retired educator and coach in baseball, wrestling, and football for William Fleming High School of Roanoke, VA. In addition to his dedicated public services; he was also a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church of Lynchburg, VA; Parkway Church on the Mountain and New life Christian Ministries of Roanoke, Va; serving as an advocate prayer warrior for each ministry team to anyone that was blessed to cross his path of life and was willing to listen. The pinnacle of Matt’s allegiance to practicing a Christ-centered lifestyle was his commitment to being a “Super Dad” single parent for his only son; who devotes all his learning, literacy, and improvements of lifestyle to Matt for being the dedicated father and representation that is needed to walk the narrow path for eternal life, as broad is the path that leads to destruction. Interment will follow in Galatia Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Botetourt County, Va.3 He was born on February 13, 1962 at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co., Virginia.2,3 He died on January 17, 2025 at Lynchburg, Virginia, at age 62.3

Family

Child
  • Brandon Golden3

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the John Wesley Golden, Jr. obituary in the Nov 22, 2006 edition.
  2. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  3. [S1965] Nicely Funeral Home, online www.nicelyfuneralhome.com, From the Matthew Dwayne Golden obituary.
  4. [S14150] Florida Cremation Society, online www.florida-cremation-society.com, From the Marion Wilhelm Golden obituary.

Clinton Bailey Rymel Sr.1,2,3

M, b. June 21, 1936, d. December 4, 2010
     Clinton Bailey Rymel Sr. Clinton Bailey Rymel, Sr. was born June 21, 1936 in Cloudy, Oklahoma to Hal and Mabel (Spring) Rymel. He passed from this life December 4, 2010 in Durant, Oklahoma at the age of 74. Bailey lived in this area his entire life. He served his country during the early sixties in the United States Air Force. Bailey married Eula Cocke November 22, 2002. He enjoyed dancing, hunting, and spending time with his family. Bailey was preceded in death by his father: Hal Rymel; mother: Mabel Nelson; and a brother: Buddy Rymel. He is survived by his wife: Eula Rymel of Sobol, Oklahoma; children: Lorraine Billy of Antlers, Clinton Rymel, JR. of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Karla Sjurset of Geneva, Illinois, Kolette Rymel of Soper, Oklahoma, Hal Rymel of Carthage, Texas, Steve Rymel of Hugo, Oklahoma, Billy Rymel of McAlester, Oklahoma, Richard Rymel of McAlester, Oklahoma, Teresa Satterfield of Rattan, Oklahoma, Tracie Rymel of McAlester, Oklahoma, Jody Irving of Bastrop, Texas, Raymond Martinka of Dallas, Texas, Lisa Pace of Los Molinos, Califonia, Cindy Ferguson of El Campo, Texas, Mark Martinka of Alice, Texas, and Laura Russell of Bridgeport, Texas; brother: Sammy Joe Rymel of Finley, Oklahoma; sister: Mary Ann Ward of Bogota, Texas; 52 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; as well as many other relatives and friends. Funeral Service: 10:00 AM ~ Wednesday ~ December 8, 2010 ~ Rattan Ram Hall. Officiating: Brother James Cockerham. Music: "Amazing Grace" ~ "Daddy's Hands" ~ "In the Garden" ~ "One More Day". Pallbearers: Al Nelson ~ Raymond Persinger ~ Marvin Thurman ~ Jack Robinson ~ Jerry Hill ~ David Nelson. Honorary Pallbearers: Eddie Collins ~ Bud Cole ~ Jack Cocke. Interment: Corinne Cemetery ~ Corinne, Oklahoma.2 He was buried at Corinne Cemetery, Corinne, Pushmataha Co., Oklahoma.2,1 He was born on June 21, 1936 at Cloudy, Pushmataha Co., Oklahoma.1,2 He married Betty Lou Via, daughter of Charles Edward Via and Mamie Frances Callaghan, circa 1970.3,4 Clinton Bailey Rymel Sr. died on December 4, 2010 at Durant, Bryan Co., Oklahoma, at age 74.2

Family

Betty Lou Via b. January 27, 1936, d. April 11, 2002
Marriage*He married Betty Lou Via, daughter of Charles Edward Via and Mamie Frances Callaghan, circa 1970.3,4 
Children
  • Steven Wayne Rymel3,2
  • Paul William "Billy" Rymel3,2
  • Richard LeRoy Rymel3,2
  • Teresa Diane Rymel3,2
  • Tracie Lee Rymel3,2

Citations

  1. [S10393] Corinne Cemetery, Pushmataha Co., OK, online www.findagrave.com.
  2. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Clinton Bailey Rymel, Sr. obituary.
  3. [S10394] Pushmataha County Times, From the Betty Rymel obituary in the Apr 23, 2002 edition.
  4. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.

Donald Francis Smith1,2,3,4

M, b. October 17, 1917, d. November 10, 2007
     His Social Security Number was 577-16-0636.5 Donald Francis Smith was buried at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Middletown, Frederick Co., Maryland.2,3 He married Lucille Marie Via, daughter of Charles Edward Via and Mamie Frances Callaghan.1 Donald Francis Smith was born on October 17, 1917 at Washington, D.C..2,3,5,4 He died on November 10, 2007 at Frederick, Frederick Co., Maryland, at age 90.2,3,5 He Donald F. Smith, 90, of Middletown, died Saturday, Nov. 10, at Frederick Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Lucille Smith, who died June 21, 1999. Born in Washington, D.C., Oct. 17, 1917, he was a son of the late John C. and Mabel Lutz Smith. He was employed by Judd and Detweiler Inc., Washington, D.C. until his retirement. He is survived by three children, Donald D. Smith of Middletown, John C. Smith of Barnesville, and Susan J. LaLone of Duncannon, Pa; and 14 grandchildren. Private graveside services will be held in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Middletown on November 12, 2007.3

Family

Lucille Marie Via b. June 11, 1921, d. June 21, 1999
Marriage*He married Lucille Marie Via, daughter of Charles Edward Via and Mamie Frances Callaghan.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2180] Frederick News-Post, From the Lucille Marie Smith obituary in the Jun 23, 1999 edition.
  2. [S10391] Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Frederick Co., MD, online www.findagrave.com.
  3. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Donald F. Smith obituary.
  4. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S2180] Frederick News-Post, From the Donald D. Smith obituary in the Oct 20, 2013 edition.

Donald D. Smith1,2,3

M, b. February 26, 1944, d. October 17, 2013
FatherDonald Francis Smith1,2,3 b. October 17, 1917, d. November 10, 2007
MotherLucille Marie Via1,3 b. June 11, 1921, d. June 21, 1999
     Donald D. Smith was born on February 26, 1944. He died on October 17, 2013 at age 69.3 He Donald D. Smith, D.D. to family and friends, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2013. He was 69 years old. D.D. was the son of the late Donald "Pop" Smith and Lucille Smith, of Middletown, MD. He is survived by his daughter Dawn Downing; son-in-law Jeff Downing, and his great joy, granddaughter Megan Nicole Downing, of Frederick, MD. He is also survived by his sister and brother, and many other family and friends who loved him very much. D.D. was a cherished and beloved member of the Colonial Jewelers family, having worked there for 8 years as the lead goldsmith. Not only was he a highly skilled jeweler, he added so much to every workday with his quick wit, kindness and gentleness. He will be dearly missed. Prior to being a goldsmith for over 20 years, D.D. had been a stakes-winning jockey, beginning his career at Charles Town and Maryland race tracks, and returning to retire there 28 years later. D.D. touched everyone he met with his smile, humor and great personality. He wanted no tears and for everyone to remember him, maybe a story he shared, and to smile. on October 20, 2013.3

Family

Child
  • Dawn Smith3

Citations

  1. [S2180] Frederick News-Post, From the Lucille Marie Smith obituary in the Jun 23, 1999 edition.
  2. [S137] Unidentified Newspaper Article or Funeral Home Information, From the Donald F. Smith obituary.
  3. [S2180] Frederick News-Post, From the Donald D. Smith obituary in the Oct 20, 2013 edition.