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     Naomi Grooms was buried at Gardens of Faith Cemetery, 5598 Trumps Mill Road, Rosedale, Baltimore Co., Maryland.¹ Her married name was Poff.¹ She married William Ernest Poff, son of William Castilla Poff and Rena Martha Rankin.^2,1 Naomi Grooms died on June 5, 1991 at Baltimore, Maryland.¹ She On June 5, 1991, Naomi Norris (nee Grooms) beloved wife of William E. Poff, devoted mother of Joanna Lutz and the late Thomas McMullen. Loving grandmother of the lata Pamela Canzani, dear sister-in-law of Gertrude Grooms and Ruth Jane Sutton alao survived by several nieces and nephews. Interment in Gardens of Faith Cemetery. on June 7, 1991.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 213-68-2187.² Her married name was Brown.² Her married name was Branham.¹ Karen Leigh Poff married Unknown Branham.^1,2 Karen Leigh Poff married Unknown Brown.² Karen Leigh Poff was born on July 19, 1955 at Baltimore, Maryland.² She died on September 10, 2001 at age 46.²

     Joyce Lynette Abshire was buried at Abshire Cemetery, Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Virginia.² She was born on July 1, 1955 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,2,4 As of December 15, 1997,her married name was Jones.¹ She married Raymond David Jones, son of Juniouss Raymond Jones Jr. and Cathy Marie Poff, on December 15, 1997 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,4 Joyce Lynette Abshire died on September 27, 2017 at Virginia at age 62.^2,4 She Joyce Abshire Jones, of Roanoke, born July 1, 1955 to Elbert and Eileen Abshire, peacefully passed Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Joyce was predeceased in life by her parents and brother, Robert Abshire. Joyce is survived by her husband, Raymond Jones; children, Christina and Hunter (Keesha) Burgess; grandchildren, Brendan Bower, Jaida Soyars, Daniel and Elaina Burgess; great grandson, Bear Bower; sisters, Rose (Jerry) Davis and Pat (Sam) Bailey; brother, Terry Abshire; brother and sisters in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Joyce's love for her family was truly that of a mother's love; her self-sacrifice and devotion to her family knew no limits. There was never a time that she did not think of others first; lending a helping hand to all. Joyce was an adoring matriarch, who always ensured to put her family in the forefront of life, never passing on a chance to create everlasting memories and instill family heritage to the upcoming generations. She emitted a love for all living creatures, devoting herself to her furry family and her beloved horses. Joyce was a true advocate for animals; donating her time and resources to local organizations such as Healing Strides Therapeutic Riding Center. Joyce's passion and dedication led to over 44 years with the Kroger company; where she held positions as a Floral Clerk, Store Leader and Floral Merchandiser. Her passion for floral transcended those around her; leaving her mark for all to see. Her joy and laughter will forever fill the hearts of those that had the pleasure of spending time with her. on October 7, 2017.⁴

     Lowell Irvin Rector was buried at County Line Church of God of Prophecy Cemetery, 2900 County Line Road, Sanville, Henry Co., Virginia.^3,4 He Lowell Irvin Rector, 60, of Martinsville, Va., died on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Golden Living Center in Martinsville. He was born on June 24, 1948, in Galax, Va., to the late Irvin Walton Rector and late Guida May Padgett Rector. He attended Fieldale Outreach Ministries and was a lifetime member of Horsepastrue Rescue Squad. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Robert Dean Cozart. Surviving are three daughters, Shannon Lynn Simmons, of Bassett, Amy Gladden, of Hardy, and Julie Marie Rector, of Hardy; one son, Robert Travis Rector, of Collinsville; two grandchildren, Chase Overstreet and Austin Simmons; one sister, Carol Witt, of Bassett; and numerous cousins, aunts, nieces, nephews and friends. Inurnment was in the County Line Church of the God of Prophecy Cemetery.⁴ His Social Security Number was 224-68-7118.⁷ He was born on June 24, 1948 at Galax, Virginia.^2,3,4,7,5 He married Sharon Lee Wise, daughter of William Curtis Wise and Clara Louise Poff, on August 22, 1977 at Eden, Rockingham Co., North Carolina.¹ Lowell Irvin Rector and Sharon Lee Wise were divorced on January 24, 1986 at York Co., Virginia.² Lowell Irvin Rector died on November 14, 2008 at Henry Co., Virginia, at age 60.^3,4,7,6