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     Her Social Security Number was 223-84-6007.² Her married name was Steen.² Inez Josephine Bowles married Clayton Steen.^8,9 Inez Josephine Bowles was born on February 10, 1932 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 As of September 10, 1949,her married name was Shilling.³ She married Ralph Thomas Shilling on September 10, 1949 at Franklin Co., Virginia.³ Inez Josephine Bowles and Ralph Thomas Shilling were divorced on December 9, 1955 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹⁰ As of July 1, 1976,her married name was Logan.³ Inez Josephine Bowles married William Henry Logan Jr. on July 1, 1976 at Floyd Co., Virginia.³ Inez Josephine Bowles died on January 2, 1996 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 63.^2,8

     Clayton Steen was buried at Joseph Henry Guilliams Cemetery (also known as Guilliams-Holland Cemetery), Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ His Social Security Number was 238-42-8776.³ He married Inez Josephine Bowles, daughter of George Bowles and Maggie Josephine Holland.^1,2 Clayton Steen was born on April 6, 1929 at South Carolina.^3,1 He died on May 25, 1970 at Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 41; His car was struck by a train.^3,1,2 He Graveside funeral services were held Wednesday for Clayton Steen, 41, of Ferrum, who was killed in a train accident Monday near Ferrum. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Inez Bowles Steen; and four sons, Michael Steen of Martinsville and Randy Wayne, Ricky Lynn and Ronnie Lynn Steen, all of the home. on May 29, 1970.²

     Martha Ann Hodges Vinton resident, Martha Ann Hodges Stilwell, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 24, 2021. Martha was born on June 10, 1926, in Franklin County. She had just turned 95. Martha is survived by her son, Michael Bowles and daughter-in-law, Sharon Bowles; stepson, Manuel Thomas "Tommy" Stilwell Jr; stepdaughters, Lisa Stilwell-Wilson and Leslie White; as well as grandchildren, Rainey Bowles and Shane Bowles; stepgrandchildren, Bailey Stilwell, Briley Stilwell, Kayla Robertson, Bobby Wilson, and Veronica Wilson; her great-granddaughter, Audrey Bowles; three stepgreat-grandchildren, Logan Robertson, Michael Wright, and Brady Robertson; and her close friends and long-time neighbors, Todd and Laura Bondurant. Martha was preceded in death by her daughter, Jean Bowles; her parents, Fred and Ella Hodges; her brothers, Herbert Hodges, Ernest Hodges, Luther Hodges, Henry Hodges, Wilbur Hodges and Wilford Hodges; and sisters, Ada Hodges Holt, Mildred Hodges Slocum, and Sarah Hodges Nichols; and her husband, Manuel Thomas Stilwell Sr. Martha worked at the C&P Telephone Company where she met her husband, Tom Stilwell, whom she was married for 24 years until his death in 2002. Martha's life revolved around her church and her family. She was a dedicated member of the Vinton Church of the Brethren at the time of her passing. She was known as a compassionate and loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was always willing to help others whenever she could. Burial services will follow at Monte Vista Cemetery in Callaway, Franklin County, Va.³ She was buried at Monte Vista Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 25 Wades Gap Road, Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She was born on June 10, 1926 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 As of September 27, 1945,her married name was Bowles.¹ She married George Milton Anderson Bowles, son of George Bowles and Maggie Josephine Holland, on September 27, 1945 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Martha Ann Hodges and George Milton Anderson Bowles were divorced on January 28, 1977 at Roanoke, Virginia.² Martha Ann Hodges died on June 24, 2021 at Virginia at age 95.³

     Wanda Sue Logan was buried at Germantown Brick Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 2363 Brick Church Road, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ She Wanda Logan Eckles, age 69, of Rocky Mount passed away June 8, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving parents William Henry Logan, Jr. and Louise Bowles Logan. Wanda is survived by her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 52 wonderful years Buddy Anderson Eckles; her children Donald (Krystal) and Kristina (Dwayne); Grandchildren Kyndall, Autumn, Logan, Kolton, and Emerson. Wanda was a dedicated housewife and babysitter who always put others before herself. Her children and grandchildren were her world and made her most proud. She was always their biggest fan no matter what they were doing. Her biggest joy was watching her grandchildren on the diamond. Their Granny now has the best seat in the stadium to watch them play. Wanda never sat down there was always something to do as a housewife and spent most of her time cooking and making sure supper was on the table on time all while still babysitting. She was not only a babysitter for her own grandchildren but a babysitter to many. Funeral services will be conducted at Germantown Brick Church of the Brethren. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.³ She was born on August 21, 1954 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2 As of June 30, 1972,her married name was Eckles.¹ She married Buddy Anderson Eckles on June 30, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,5,3 Wanda Sue Logan died on June 8, 2024 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 69.³

     His Social Security Number was 225-94-8917.⁷ Randy Wayne Steen was buried at Chism Family Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.⁴ He was born on April 24, 1962 at High Point, Guilford Co., North Carolina.^2,7,5 He married Judy Ann Chism on October 15, 1993 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² Randy Wayne Steen died on November 6, 2011 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 49.^3,4,7 He ROCKY MOUNT - Randy Wayne Steen died Sunday, Nov. 6. Survivors include his wife, Judy Steen; two step-daughters, Angie Spencer Sykes, of Rocky Mount and Tracy Spencer, of Fort Bragg, NC; brothers, Ronnie Steen (Donna), Ricky Steen (Sandy), of Ferrum and Steve Shilling (Becky), of Rocky Mount and six step-grandchildren. Burial will be in the Chism Family Cemetery. on November 10, 2011.⁴

     Ralph Thomas Shilling was buried at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens, 7271 Cloverdale Road, Cloverdale, Botetourt Co., Virginia.³ He was born on May 20, 1932 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,4 He married Inez Josephine Bowles, daughter of George Bowles and Maggie Josephine Holland, on September 10, 1949 at Franklin Co., Virginia.¹ Ralph Thomas Shilling and Inez Josephine Bowles were divorced on December 9, 1955 at Franklin Co., Virginia.² Ralph Thomas Shilling died on April 25, 2017 at Virginia at age 84.³ He Ralph T. Shilling, 84, of Copper Hill, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Graveside Service will be at Old Dominion Memorial Gardens. on May 10, 2017.³

     Ronald Lewis Doss was buried at Franklin Memorial Park, Virgil Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, Franklin Co., Virginia.³ He married Barbara Ann Harrison.³ Ronald Lewis Doss was born on October 19, 1936 at Callaway, Franklin Co., Virginia.^2,3 He died on December 9, 2016 at Virginia at age 80.³ He Ronald Lewis Doss, 80, of Roanoke, went to his eternal heavenly home on Friday, December 9, 2016. He was born October 18, 1936 in Callaway, to the late Rufus Lewis and Ruby Holland Doss and was also preceded in death by his wife Barbara; a brother, William Doss; and nephew, Tony Doss. Ronald retired from John Hancock Steel where he worked in various positions and made many lifetime friends. He was a lifetime member of the Franklin County Rescue Squad. Ronald was a devoted and beloved father, grandfather and friend who throughout his illness never complained. Surviving are his son, Randy (Kathie) Doss; and daughter, Debra (Kelvin) Linkous; dearly loved grandchildren, Brookes Doss and Clay Linkous; great-granddaughter, Halynn Weddle; brother, Rodger (Carol) Doss and sister-in-law, Lane Doss; nephew, Sean (Melinda) Doss; a very special friend, Janet Russ and family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of choice. Graveside services will be conducted 3p.m. Monday, December 12, 2016 at Franklin Memorial Park with the Rev. Bud Nichols and Tom Sullivan officiating. on December 11, 2016.³

     Rev. William Keeling "Bill" Doss was buried at Christian Fellowship Church Cemetery, Franklin Co., Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 226-68-8952.⁷ He was born on March 26, 1947 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,7 He married Thelma Lane Fisher on December 18, 1971 at Moneta, Bedford Co., Virginia.¹ Rev. William Keeling "Bill" Doss died on October 9, 2012 at Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 65.^3,7,4 He The Rev. William K. (Bill) Doss, 65, of Callaway, went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, October 9, 2012. Bill pastored for 41 years, enjoyed the outdoors and loved to hunt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rufus Lewis and Ruby Holland Doss. Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Lane F. Doss; his church family, Christian Fellowship Church; brothers, Ronald Doss (Barbara) and Roger Doss (Carol); a niece; and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at noon at Christian Fellowship Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. on October 11, 2012.⁴

     Barbara Ann Harrison was buried at Mountain View Memorial Park (also known as Mountain View Burial Park), 5970 Grassy Hill Road, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,3 Her married name was Doss.⁴ She married Ronald Lewis Doss, son of Rufus Lewis Doss and Ruby Eunice Holland.⁴ Barbara Ann Harrison was born on May 12, 1938 at Franklin Co., Virginia.^3,2 She died on July 14, 2014 at Franklin Co., Virginia, at age 76.^1,3 She Barbara Ann Doss, age 76, of Rocky Mount, left her earthly home for her heavenly home after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, July 14, 2014 at her residence. She retired from Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital after many years of service. Her home church was Evangelistic House of Prayer in Ferrum, Va. She was a loving mother, grandmother and mother figure to many inside and outside her family. She was an excellent cook who shared her love of cooking with many. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, William Tyler and Lillie Myrtle Harrison; brothers, Horace, Cletis, Claude, Everett, Vestel; sisters, Ann Shields and Exie Dillon. Surviving are her children, Randy and Kathie Doss of Glade Hill, Debra and Kelvin Linkous of Rocky Mount; grandchildren, Brookes Doss, Clay Linkous; great-granddaughter, Halynn Weddle (granny's angel baby); brother, Billy Harrison of Rocky Mount; sisters-in-law, Corena Harrison, Elsie Harrison; brother-in-law, Roosevelt Dillon; many special nieces and nephews. Private graveside services will be held at Mountain View Memorial Park. on July 15, 2014.¹

     Cherie Lee Yates was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 She was born on November 15, 1971 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 She died on February 21, 1972 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4 She Cherie Lee Yates, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Lynn Yates of, 1602 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, died Monday in a Roanoke hospital. Also surviving are two sisters, Charyl Lynn Yates, Anita Marie Yates, at home. A graveside service will be in Sherwood Memorial Park. on February 22, 1972.³