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     David Drexel Pennington was buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 3410 Coal Heritage Road, Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,3 His Social Security Number was 232-74-4629.⁴ He David D. Pennington, age 66 of 304 Cherry Street, Bluefield, WV passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Bluefield Regional Hospital following a long illness. Born July 21, 1947 in Bluefield, W.V, He was the son of the late Melba B. Pennington and James H. Pennington. He was also preceeded in death by an infant brother James. David graduated from Bluefield High School in 1965 and went on to attend McLains Business College. He was a veteran of the US Anny and was discharged in 1969 after serving 3 years in Vietnam. Following his service to our country David worked for McQuails Furniture Co. of Bluefield, WV. After this he went to work in the mines for United Poca Coal Company. David worked in the mines a total of 14 years at various sites before retiring in 1988. Left to cherish his memory are: His wife of 23 years, Beverly Robertson Pennington, and son Brandon Pennington of the home. Sons: David Pennington and wife Karen of Rocky Gap Va, Keith Pennington of Frederick St. Bluefield, WV, Christopher Pennington and companion Heather of Bluefield Va, two step-sons Brian Kovak of Lynchburg Va. and Kevin Martin of the home. David had 11 grandchildren which he loved very much. Adam, Noah, Kayla, Autumn, Ryan, Natalie, Ashton, Gage, Zac, Bailey and Anna. He also cherished a special niece Leann. In addition to these he is survived by his 6 brothers: Ronald Pennington of Bramwell, W.V, Randolph Pennington of Brushfork, Rev. Gary Pennington and wife Jo Ann of Littlesburg Road, Kenneth Pennington and wife Martha of Bluefield, Va, Michael Pennington and wife Cynthia of Brushfork, and David Lee Pennington also of Brushfork. David is also survived by several nieces and nephews, a very large extended family and many good friends. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Bluewell where military honors will be performed by the Mercer County Veterans Honor Guard.³ He was born on July 21, 1947 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2,4,3 He married Brenda Gail Harless, daughter of Paul Jennings Harless and Pansy Ruth McGhee, on August 5, 1966 at Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Virginia.¹ David Drexel Pennington and Brenda Gail Harless were divorced on August 15, 1972.¹ David Drexel Pennington died on February 5, 2014 at Bluewell, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 66.^2,4,3

     Nancy Phyllis Hearld Nancy Phyllis McGhee, 74 of Intercession City, Florida passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2011. Born April 10, 1937 in Blue Field, West Virginia the daughter of the late John Henry and Pearl Elizabeth (McGlothlin) Hearld. Nancy was of the Baptist faith. She was a head housekeeper in the Central Florida area for many years. She is survived by her sons, Carl White and Charles White; daughters, Connie Thomas, Linda Lane, Virginia Kent and Bobbie Buckholtz; brother, Maxie Hearld; sisters, Norma Edverage and Carol Bennett; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.² Her Social Security Number was 233-52-6213.³ She was born on April 10, 1937 at Bluefield, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,3,2 As of September 6, 1975,her married name was McGhee.¹ She married James Raymond McGhee, son of Lena Katherine McGhee, on September 6, 1975 at Rich Creek, Giles Co., Virginia.¹ Nancy Phyllis Hearld died on December 14, 2011 at Florida at age 74.^3,2

     Infant McGhee was buried at Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Grand Avenue, Fort Worth, Tarrant Co., Texas.¹ He died on October 3, 1954 at Fort Worth, Tarrant Co., Texas.¹ He was born on October 3, 1954 at Fort Worth, Tarrant Co., Texas.¹

     Mahlon Cless Harrell was buried at Meadows of Dan Baptist Church Cemetery, 2511 Jeb Highway, Meadows of Dan, Patrick Co., Virginia.^2,3 He was born on October 25, 1932 at Carroll Co., Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Carol Ann DeHart, daughter of Clarence A. "Jack" DeHart and Vera Evelyn Sumpter, on November 27, 1954 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,5 Mahlon Cless Harrell died on February 21, 2015 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 82.^2,3 He Mahlon C. Harrell, 82, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2015 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Carroll County on October 25, 1932 to the late Dorsie W. Harrell and Clara Stanley Harrell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Norma Cassell; a brother, Gorman Harrell; a sister-in-law, Ruby Harrell; and a brother-in-law, Jack Agee. Mahlon was a charter member of the Meadows of Dan Fire Department and a member of the Meadows of Dan Ruritan Club. He was also active on the Electoral Board, Social Services Board, Equalization Board, and ASCS. He was a dairy farmer and an avid gardener, hunter, and fisherman. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Carol Ann Harrell of the home; daughter, Carolyn Harrell and special friend Terry Lyalls; sons and daughter-in-law, David and Patsy Harrell, Flynn Harrell, and Michael Harrell and special friend Jana Cassell, all of Meadows of Dan; seven grandchildren, Dennis Harrell and wife Shannon, Rachel VanSutphin and husband Steve, Sissily Harrell, Nathan Harrell, Chad Pilson, Elliot Pilson, and Austin Harrell; sisters and brothers-in-law, Velda and Coan Agee of Keysville, Evelie Agee of Meadows of Dan, and Reva and Charlie Lucas of Woodlawn; brothers and sister-in-law, William "Bill" and Geri Harrell of Martinsville, Armond Harrell of Ridgeway; sister-in-law, Janet Harrell of Meadows of Dan; brother-in-law, Donnie Cassell of Meadows of Dan; and special caregiver, Anita Coleman. Burial followed in the church cemetery. on February 26, 2015.²

     Johnny Lee Pilson was buried at Ross-Harbour Cemetery, 6260 Elamsville Road, Elamsville, Patrick Co., Virginia.^4,5 He Mr. Johnny Lee Pilson, age 54 of Stuart, passed away Friday, June 26, 2015 in Columbus, GA. He was born in Patrick County on Dec. 27, 1960. He was a former member of the Fairystone Fishing Club and the Fairystone Vol. Fire Department. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Leon Pilson; and a brother, William Ray Pilson. Surviving are two sons, Chad Pilson of Bassett, Elliot Pilson of Stuart; his mother, Carleene Hatcher Pilson of Stuart; three brothers and sisters in law, C.L. and Kathy Pilson of Stuart, Jerry Pilson of Stuart, Davis and Pauline Pilson of Woolwine; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held at Ross Harbour United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.⁴ He was born on December 27, 1960 at Patrick Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5 He married Carolyn DeHart Harrell, daughter of Mahlon Cless Harrell and Carol Ann DeHart, on May 26, 1984 at Meadows of Dan, Patrick Co., Virginia.¹ Johnny Lee Pilson and Carolyn DeHart Harrell were divorced on January 8, 2002 at Patrick Co., Virginia.³ Johnny Lee Pilson died on June 26, 2015 at Columbus, Muscogee Co., Georgia, at age 54.^4,5

     Donna Sue Boggs was buried at Brevard Memorial Park, 320 Spring Street, Cocoa, Brevard Co., Florida.² She was born on August 7, 1946 at Roane Co., West Virginia. As of June 16, 1970,her married name was Thompson.³ She married Carl James Thompson on June 16, 1970 at Brevard Co., Florida.³ As of April 30, 1975,her married name was James.³ Donna Sue Boggs married Dwight Hugh James on April 30, 1975 at Brevard Co., Florida.³ As of November 23, 1995,her married name was Tyus.³ Donna Sue Boggs married John Thomas Tyus on November 23, 1995 at Brevard Co., Florida.^1,3 Donna Sue Boggs died on March 24, 2004 at Florida at age 57.

     Gladys Ann Boggs was buried at Brevard Memorial Park, 320 Spring Street, Cocoa, Brevard Co., Florida.² She was born on May 28, 1948 at West Virginia.² As of November 29, 1977,her married name was King.³ She married Clayton King on November 29, 1977 at Brevard Co., Florida.^1,3 Gladys Ann Boggs died on June 11, 2017 at Florida at age 69.²