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     Her Social Security Number was 223-70-8435.⁷ Wynona Virginia French was buried at French-Turner Family Cemetery, Old Wolf Creek Road, Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia.^3,4 She was born on November 27, 1948 at Saltville, Smyth Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,7,5 As of February 22, 1969,her married name was Tarragano.¹ She married Ira Ennis "Butch" Tarragano, son of Israel J. "Jim" Tarragano and Helen Mary Collins, on February 22, 1969 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Wynona Virginia French and Ira Ennis "Butch" Tarragano were divorced on December 10, 1971 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Wynona Virginia French died on January 17, 2010 at Virginia Beach, Virginia, at age 61.^3,4,7,6 She Wynona Virginia French, 61, of Roanoke, Va., after a long battle with illness, slipped peacefully from this earthly life on Sunday, January 17, 2010, at her home. Her fiancé and life partner of 20 years, Allan Shourds, his daughter, Ashley and two grandchildren were at her side. Wynona was the daughter of Helen Boothe French and the late Kenneth (Coach) French, of Roanoke, Va. In addition to her fiancé and mother, she is survived by sisters, Mary Alice French, of Cedar Grove, N.J. and NiNie Shea and husband, Karl; nephew, Kenneth Shea; nieces, Maribeth Shea and Katie Shea, all of Chicago, Ill; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends throughout the USA. Born in Saltville, Va., Wynona spent her early childhood years in Luray before moving to Roanoke, Va. She graduated from William Fleming High School and attended Virginia Western College. She was a local beauty contest winner and participated in numerous Roanoke area theatrical productions including the Barn Dinner Theatre. Her extensive airline career began with Eastern Airlines in Washington, D.C., transferring to Dallas, Texas, St. Louis, Mo. and finally Virginia Beach, Va. where she retired from US Air due to health issues. Wynona had a vibrant, caring spirit. She was passionately involved and interested in political issues, especially those dealing with human rights and equality. Her brilliance, determination and beautiful smile will be greatly missed. A graveside service will be held at the French Family Cemetery in Wolf Creek, Giles County, Va. on January 20, 2010.³

     His Social Security Number was 229-42-2493.⁸ James Edward Redmond was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.³ He was born on June 12, 1935 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,8,5 He married Norma Jean Hiner on March 6, 1960 at York, York Co., South Carolina.⁹ James Edward Redmond and Norma Jean Hiner were divorced on October 12, 1974 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁹ James Edward Redmond married Shirley Alvonia Ayers on September 19, 1981 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ James Edward Redmond died on June 2, 2009 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 73.^3,8,6 He James Edward Redmond, 73, of Roanoke, VA, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Redmond. Mr. Redmond was a graduate of Jefferson High School and spent his entire work career in the mobile home industry. He was a devoted member of the Parkway House of Prayer. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his children, Ruth Kidd & husband, David, of Roanoke, Debbie Harris & husband, Jim, of Stewartsville, Tim Redmond & Monica Hodge, and Curtis Woods, all of Salem; grandchildren, Amanda Adams & husband, Josh, Adam Albert, Hannah Harris, and Christopher Redmond; great grandchild, Nathan Adams; former wife, Jean Ardery, of Roanoke; brother, the Rev. Jerry Redmond & wife, Darlene, of Augusta, GA; sisters, Francis "Dee" Gilliam, of Roanoke, and Carolyn Ann Pardue, of Salem; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved extended family at the Parkway House of Prayer. Many thanks to the wonderful staff on Unit 2 at Berkshire Health Care Center, especially Daniel. We appreciate the unconditional love expressed for our Dad. A special thanks to longtime friend and cardiologist, Dr. Todd. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. on June 3, 2009.³

     Dennis Michael Redmond was buried at Rosehill Cemetery, Cleburne, Johnson Co., Texas.^7,4 His Social Security Number was 226-40-0172.³ He was born on December 11, 1936 at Roanoke, Virginia.^7,3,8,5 He married Viola L. Moore on February 14, 1980 at Parker Co., Texas.⁹ Dennis Michael Redmond and Viola L. Moore were divorced on November 17, 1981 at Tarrant Co., Texas.¹⁰ Dennis Michael Redmond died on August 1, 1983 at Texas at age 46.^7,3,11,8,4 He Dennis Michael Redmond, 46, of Glen Rose, died Tuesday after apparently suffering a heart attack. Graveside services will be at Rose Hill Cemetery in Cleburne. Redmond was an electrician for Brown and Root Construction Co. He had lived in Glen Rose for about six months. on August 4, 1983.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 415-62-4869.⁷ Kenneth Rodney Redmond Kenneth R. Redmond, 27, 2022 Patterson Ave., NW, died Sunday in a Roanoke hospital. He was an employe of Mcadden Tool and Engineering Corp. Surviving are his wife Barbara Brown Redmond; a daughter, Pamela Lynn Redmond; four brothers, James E. Redmond, Roanoke, Dennis M. Redmond, Tokyo, Japan, Jerry B. Redmond, Dallas, Texas, Rodger L. Redmond, Pennsylvania; two sisters, Mrs. Carolyn R. Patsel, Richmond.⁸ He was buried at Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 He married Barbara Jean Brown.^4,8 Kenneth Rodney Redmond was born on July 8, 1940 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,7 He died on August 20, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 27; Died in a shooting.^3,4,8