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     Her married name was Reed.¹ Nancy Ruth Eaton married James T. Reed Sr., son of Doran Reed and Sarah Jane Williams.¹ Nancy Ruth Eaton died on April 3, 2003 at Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.¹ She Des Moines - Nancy Ruth Reed, 62, passed away April 3, 2003 at the Kavanagh House of Des Moines. She was a homemaker. She is survived by a son and daughter, James T. Reed, Jr. and Terri S. Heaberlin; two granddaughters, Jamie L. Reed and Jennifer F. Huddleson; her great granddaughter, Brylie J. Huddleson; her brothers, Richard (Dick) Eaton and Donald Eaton, Jr., all of Des Moines. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Ruth Eaton, Sr. on April 6, 2003.¹

     Gary Leonard Hood Jr. was buried at New Altoona Cemetery, NE 80th Street, Clay Township, Polk Co., Iowa.^3,4 He was born on January 10, 1967.⁴ He died on May 6, 1988 at Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa, at age 21.^3,4 He Gary L. Hood Jr., 21, of 4175 N.E. 48th St.. Des Moines, died May 6 at home. The cause of death is pending results of the medical examiner's report. Burial was in Altoona Cemetery in Altoona. Mr. Hood was a lifelong resident of Des Moines. He had boxed in the 1987 Golden Gloves competition. Survivors include his parents, Gary L. Sr. and Betty J. Hood, a brother, Eric T., and his grandparents, Doran and Jane Reed, all of Des Moines. on May 12, 1988.³

     Her Social Security Number was 480-18-6212.¹ Bertena Alice Frenz was buried at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.^2,3 She Memorial services for Bertena Alice Reed, 83, of Bryan are set for 11 a.m. Thursday at Callaway-Jones Chapel in Bryan. The Rev. Craig Borchardt of Peace Lutheran Church in College Station will officiate. Private burial will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens in Des Moines, Iowa. Mrs. Reed died Sunday in St. Joseph Regional Health Center. She was born in Des Moines and lived in Bryan for nine years. She was a retired private nurse. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Karen Cox of Des Moines and Ron and Marcha Cox of Bryan; a sister, Rose Kavinsky of Streator, Ill; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.³ Her married name was Reed.⁴ She married Paul Reed, son of James Bruce Reed and Flossie Mary Johnson.⁴ Bertena Alice Frenz was born on November 17, 1918 at Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.^2,3,1 She died on January 6, 2002 at Bryan, Brazos Co., Texas, at age 83.^2,3,1

     Maxine E. VanDyke was buried at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.^3,2 Her Social Security Number was 485-14-1406.⁴ She was born on January 22, 1924 at Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.^2,4 As of January, 1943,her married name was Reed.² She married Gerald Elton Reed, son of James Bruce Reed and Flossie Mary Johnson, in January, 1943.^1,2 Maxine E. VanDyke died on March 18, 2008 at Jefferson, Greene Co., Iowa, at age 84.^2,4 She Jefferson - Maxine Reed, 84, of Jefferson died Monday, March 18, 2008 at Regency Park Nursing and Rehab. Burial of cremated remains will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Maxine was born January 22, 1924 in Des Moines. She graduated from North High School. Maxine married Gerald Reed in January 1943. They resided on the Eastside of Des Moines and were blessed with two sons. Maxine worked at Cascade Laundry for many years and retired with Gerald in the mid 70's. They moved to Kimberling City, MO and enjoyed many years at their home on Tablerock Lake. Maxine was a member of Indian Hills Baptist Church. She always enjoyed volunteering and working in the daycare. She loved to take care of other people. Everyone who knew Maxine will miss her jokes and little love pats. Maxine enjoyed crafts, playing cards, and had a true love for children. Maxine is survived by her sons Jerry and Steve Reed of Des Moines; her brother, Jim VanDyke of Des Moines; her sister Ruth Grebiner of Chicago, and her sister Mary of Florida; eight grandchildren, Shawn Hager, Mechele Stroud, Meloney Reed, Traci Stumbo, Chris Spicer, Amy Reed, Mike Reed and Stephen Reed; twelve great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Minnie VanDyke; husband, Gerald; her brothers, Elmer, Robert and Larry; and her sisters, Jean and Betty. on March 30, 2008.²

     Stephen M. "Steve" Reed was buried at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.² He was born on May 9, 1948 at Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa.² He died on August 20, 2015 at age 67.² He Stephen M. Reed "Blue Willie", passed away August 20, 2015. He was born May 9, 1948 to Maxine (Van Dyke) and Gerald Reed in Des Moines, Iowa. Stephen was an avid Harley Rider and an accomplished musician playing both guitar and harmonica in various blues bands in Pennsylvania. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Reed of Des Moines, IA; sons, Stephen of Williamsport, PA, and Michael of Coin, IA; daughter, Amy of Clarinda, IA; and many loving nieces and nephews. Stephen was preceded in death by both his parents; and grandparents. Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery at a later date. on August 22, 2015.²

     Thomas Clinton Garner was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.¹ He was born on January 27, 1895 at Virginia.¹ He married Claudine Campbell, daughter of Omer Mathaniel Campbell and Nora Katherine Manning, circa 1923.^1,2 Thomas Clinton Garner died on May 2, 1987 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 92.¹

     Boyd Campbell was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 Her Social Security Number was 224-09-4764.⁵ She was born on May 25, 1902 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^5,3 As of circa 1919,her married name was Tayloe.⁶ She married Herbert Allen Tayloe circa 1919.^6,4 As of December 22, 1967,her married name was Bohon.² Boyd Campbell married Claude Bohon on December 22, 1967 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,4 Boyd Campbell died on April 17, 1997 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 94.^5,7,3,4 She BOHON, Boyd Tayloe, 94, of Roanoke, died Thursday, April 17, 1997. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Herbert Tayloe, Claude ("C. B.") Bohon; and a son, Herbert Tayloe Jr. Mrs. Bohon was a retired Registered Nurse at Turner Clinic, Poages Mill, and a member of Penn Forest Christian Church. There are several nieces and nephews, including Jackie Jones, Pat Price and Bill Garner, all of Roanoke, Trina Murray, Salem. Interment will be in Evergreen Burial Park. on April 19, 1997.⁴

     Jacqueline Hortense "Jackie" Garner was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.³ She was born on February 24, 1925 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 As of September 25, 1948,her married name was Jones.¹ She married George Cecil Jones on September 25, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 Jacqueline Hortense "Jackie" Garner died on July 8, 2017 at Virginia at age 92.³ She Jacqueline Garner (Jackie) Jones, February 24, 1925 - July 8, 2017. Jacqueline Garner (Jackie) Jones, 92, of Roanoke, Va., went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, July 8, 2017, daughter of the late Thomas and Claudine Garner of Roanoke. A retiree of N&W Railway after 40 years, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends and serving the needs of others. Jackie was the widow of the late George C. Jones. She is survived by son, Cecil Jones; sister, Patricia Wilson; and other family members. Thanks to Good Samaritan Hospice for exceptional home care. A Graveside Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, in the Chapel of Light at Evergreen Burial Park. on July 11, 2017.³

     George Cecil Jones George Cecil Jones, 91, of Roanoke, passed away Tuesday January 29, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents, David W. Jones and Daisy Mae Jones Malone; step-father, H.O. Malone. Mr. Jones served his country faithfully in the United States Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Jackie Jones; son, Cecil Allen Jones, Leesburg, VA; sister, Jessie Mae Bowman; Knoxville, TN; sister-in-law, Patricia Wilson; several nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held 1pm Saturday at Evergreen Burial Park with Rev. Russell Hall officiating.⁴ He was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on September 4, 1921 at Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He married Jacqueline Hortense "Jackie" Garner, daughter of Thomas Clinton Garner and Claudine Campbell, on September 25, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,5 George Cecil Jones died on January 29, 2013 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 91.⁴

     Bill Clinton "Billy" Garner was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.^10,3 His Social Security Number was 229-24-0085.¹¹ He was born on June 26, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,10,11,4 He married Ethel Virginia Hawkins on March 24, 1951 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Bill Clinton "Billy" Garner and Ethel Virginia Hawkins were divorced on February 11, 1960 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁶ Bill Clinton "Billy" Garner married Barbara Jean Knibb on June 24, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,7 Bill Clinton "Billy" Garner died on August 6, 2010 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 84.^10,3,11,5 He Bill Clinton Garner, 84, of Roanoke, Va., left his worldly home for his heavenly home on Friday, August 6, 2010. He is preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Claudine Garner; daughter, Julie Mallett; mother-in-law, Becka; aunts-in-law, Gussie and Baby; and sister-in-law, Sara Lou. Bill was a very devoted husband and father and is survived by his wife, Barbara Knibb Garner, with whom he had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary; daughters, Becky Garner Watts (Blake), Cindi Garner, and Jennifer Wacenske (William); five grandchildren, Josh Mallett, Eric Wacenske (Dea), Emma, Colin, and Julia Watts; former son-in-law, Robert Mallet (Diane). He also leaves two sisters, Jackie Jones and Patricia Wilson. Bill served in the Navy CB's during World War II and helped build airstrips in the South Pacific so the newspaper headlines could read "the Marines have landed." He was an employee of the Norfolk-Southern Railroad and was recently awarded a diamond pin for 60 years of service in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Bill was a member of the Cave Spring Lions Club serving as president for the year 1995 to 1996. Funeral services will be held 2:30 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, at Oakey's South Chapel with the Rev. Donna Hopkins Britt of Calvary Baptist Church officiating, assisted by Dr. Marvin Barbre of Good Samaritan Hospice. Interment will follow in Evergreen Burial Park. The family would like to give special thanks to Roger King, of Home Instead Hospice, for his loving care and dedicated service to Bill during his months of illness. on August 7, 2010.³

     Barbara Jean Knibb was buried at Evergreen Burial Park, 1307 Summit Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ She was born on September 14, 1928 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,3,4 As of June 24, 1960,her married name was Garner.¹ She married Bill Clinton "Billy" Garner, son of Thomas Clinton Garner and Claudine Campbell, on June 24, 1960 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2,4 Barbara Jean Knibb died on May 21, 2022 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 93.⁴ She Barbara Jean Knibb Garner, September 14, 1928 - May 21, 2022. On Saturday, May 21, 2022, we lost the glue to our extended family with the death of our Mom, Grandmom and GGMa. Barbara Jean Knibb Garner, 93, of Roanoke, Virginia, left her worldly home for her Heavenly home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rebecca and Leroy Knibb; her husband, Bill Clinton Garner; her daughter, Julia Mallett; and her siblings, Leroy Knibb Jr. and Sara Lou Hancock. Barbara leaves behind three married daughters, Jennifer Wacenske (Bill), Rebecca Watts (Blake) and Cynthia Garger (Butch); and former son-in-law, Robert Mallett (Dianne); six grandchildren, Joshua Mallett (Annie), Amber Peterson (Josh), Eric Wacenske (Amanda), Emma Watts (Brian Jigarjian), Colin Watts, and Julia Watts; and four great-grandchildren, Robert and Virginia Mallett, and Alina and Aaron Wacenske. Barbara grew up during the depression and lived through World War II. She was a proud graduate of Jefferson High School, Class of 1945. Barbara was a modern woman for her generation, working outside of the home until as late as 2009 while raising her family. She loved interfacing with people and sharing stories, organizing Jefferson High School reunions, cooking and devising recipes, knitting, cross stitch, cross word puzzles, playing bridge and travels with her family. Barbara was philanthropic with her time in service to the Lions Club, Meals on Wheels, Good Samaritan Hospice, driving sick children and their families to medical facilities, and she experienced deep satisfaction in being a Democratic poll registrar for Roanoke County. We wish time spent with those we love could last forever, and in our hearts, it will. Interment will follow at Evergreen Burial Park. on June 10, 2022.⁴