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     Wesley Allen Underwood was buried at Capito Cemetery, Middlesboro, Bell Co., Kentucky.² His Social Security Number was 404-14-3156.⁴ He was born on November 29, 1919 at Campbell Co., Tennessee.^1,2,3,4 He married Ethel Marie Britts, daughter of Edward Jennings Britts and Martha Ellen "Mattie" Craft, on December 16, 1943 at Roanoke, Virginia.¹ Wesley Allen Underwood died on November 9, 1975 at Bell Co., Kentucky, at age 55.^2,3,5

     Yvonne Marie Gillespie was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^2,6 She was born on September 11, 1956 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 As of December 23, 1977,her married name was Bush.³ She married Larry Steven Bush Sr. on December 23, 1977.^3,7 Yvonne Marie Gillespie died on February 9, 1997 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 40.^2,6,8 She A funeral mass for Yvonne Gillespie Bush, 40, of Vinton, who died Sunday, Feb. 9 in a Salem hospital, was conducted Tuesday, Feb. 11. Burial was in St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery. Survivors include her parents, Joseph Gillespie and Charlotte Gillespie; maternal grandmother, Florence Gordon of Vinton; three children, Keisha Scott of Pennsylvania, Bobbie Scott of Lynchburg and Steven Bush of Vinton; sister and brother-in-law, Tessy and Tony Minnick of Roanoke; brothers and sisters-inlaw, Rev. Joseph Gillespie Jr. of Callaway, Steve Gillespie and Wanda Saunders of Roanoke, Thomas Gillespie, Vince Gillespie, John Gillespie and Amy Jones, all of Vinton, Gary and Sandy Gillespie of Huddleston; aunts; uncles; nieces; and nephews. on February 12, 1997.⁶

     Steven Timothy Gillespie was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He Steven Timothy "Timmy" Gillespie, 61, of Roanoke, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020. He was born November 14, 1958 in the old Lewis Gale Hospital, son of Charlotte Gillespie Garst and the late Joseph Gillespie, Sr. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his sister, Yvonne "Vonnie", and his life partner Wanda. Timmy worked at the main post office for many years; and went on to become a professional stone mason, owner and operator of Boones Mill Stone Workx. Timmy was a student at Roanoke Catholic High School, where he excelled in athletics, and academics. He played many sports and helped tutor fellow students in Calculus and Latin. He attended Virginia Tech and became a lifelong Hokies Fan. He enjoyed watching sports, skiing, and fun outings with his grandchildren. He was a lifelong member of St. Andrews Catholic Church. In addition to his mother and stepfather Jimmy Garst, Timmy is survived by his three children, Shenandoah, Stephanie (Harry), and Joseph; grandchildren, Taeshja, Jaydon, Journey and Bentley; brothers, Joseph (Cristina), Thomas, Vincent, John, and Gary; a sister Teresa "Tessy" (Tony); numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends. Interment will follow at St. Andrews Cemetery.² He was born on November 14, 1958 at Roanoke, Virginia.^2,3,4 He married Karen Irene Branstetter on March 24, 1979 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,5 Steven Timothy Gillespie and Karen Irene Branstetter were divorced on March 19, 1984 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ Steven Timothy Gillespie died on March 6, 2020 at Virginia at age 61.²

     Thomas Jerome Gillespie was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.^8,6 He Thomas "Tommy" Gillespie, Jun 4, 1960 - Mar 30, 2022. Thomas "Tommy" J. Gillespie, 61, of Vinton, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Anthony Gillespie Sr; sister, Yvonne M. Bush and her husband, Larry Bush; brother, Steven "Timmy" Gillespie and his life partner, Wanda; John Gillespie's life partner, Amy; and sister-in-law, Sandy Gillespie (Gary's wife). Tommy is survived by his daughter, Valerie G. Spillman (Mike); his mother, Charlotte Britts Gillespie Garst; his stepfather, Jimmy Garst; his siblings, Teresa "Tessy" G. Minnick (Tony), Joseph A. "Tony" Gillespie Jr. (Cristina), Vincent "Teddy" Gillespie, John E. Gillespie, and Gary Gillespie; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Tommy was a special person with a unique sense of humor that affected everyone. He will be dearly missed by those whom he touched. Graveside service will follow at St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery.⁶ He was born on June 4, 1960 at Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tennessee.^2,3,6 He married Kitty Blair Hiler on May 6, 1984 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Thomas Jerome Gillespie and Kitty Blair Hiler were divorced on December 29, 1986 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ Thomas Jerome Gillespie died on March 30, 2022 at Virginia at age 61.⁶

     John Eric Gillespie was buried at Saint Andrews Cemetery, 3601 Salem Turnpike NW, Roanoke, Virginia.² He John Gillespie, Sep 27, 1962 - Jul 31, 2025. John Eric Gillespie, 62, of Vinton, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2025. He was preceded in death by his life partner Amy; his father, Joseph Anthony Gillespie, Sr; Stepfather James "Jimmy" Garst; sister, Yvonne M. Bush and her husband, Larry Bush; brothers Steven "Timmy" Gillespie and his life partner, Wanda; Thomas "Tommy" Gillespie; and, sister-in-law, Sandy Gillespie (Gary's wife). He was also preceded in death by his Paternal Grandparents, Emmanuel Joseph and Margaret Dineen Gillespie; Maternal Grandparents Ernest Clyde Britts and Florence Britts Gordon; and many loving Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins. In addition to his mother Charlotte Gillespie Garst, John is survived by his daughter, Adrian Gillespie and Grandson Marik; his siblings, Teresa "Tessy" G. Minnick (Tony), Joseph A. "Tony" Gillespie Jr. (Cristina), Vincent "Teddy" Gillespie, and Gary Gillespie; and many dear loving Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephew; Cousins, and many friends. John was a loving father to Adrian and enjoyed spending time with the apple of his eye, his grandson Marik. He was always a great help to his family, loved his Mother, and was extremely close with his siblings and family. John never met a stranger and was well-known for his comical sense of humor. He also loved his Minnesota Vikings and enjoyed the friendly banter he had with his siblings during football season. John enjoyed golf, watching College Football, NASCAR, and the friendly competition against others with his sports games. He will be dearly missed by all of us. The family would also like to express their deep appreciation for the unforgettable, extraordinary, loving care given to our dear John by all the Doctors, the entire staff at the Blue Ridge Cancer Center in Roanoke, the entire Palliative Care Unit at Carilion Hospital, and the entire Carilion Hospice Care team that followed him to Berkshire. This team included his many Nurses, especially Jeremy and Hillary; Clergy, Candy and Drew; and the wonderful Nurses and Staff at Berkshire Rehabilitation Center. The family also wishes to thank Father Andrew and the whole Staff from the Basilica of St. Andrew for their kindness and support. A Graveside service will follow at St. Andrew's Diocesan Cemetery.² He was born on September 27, 1962 at Roanoke, Virginia.^5,2 He died on July 31, 2025 at Virginia at age 62.²

     His Social Security Number was 227-76-5789.² Larry Steven Bush Sr. was born on August 7, 1952 at Roanoke, Virginia.^1,2 He married Yvonne Marie Gillespie, daughter of Joseph Anthony Gillespie Sr. and Charlotte Louise Britts, on December 23, 1977.^1,5 Larry Steven Bush Sr. died on August 21, 2006 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 54.^2,3,4,6 He Larry Steven Bush, Sr., 54, of Vinton, went to be with the Lord, Monday, August 21, 2006. He was predeceased by his father, Jimmy Bush; and his brother, David "Head" Bush. He is survived by his son, Larry "Steven" Jr; his mother, Geneva Geiser Bush; sister, Sandra Stanley and her husband, Jeff and son, Jason; sister-in-law, Helen Bush; and nieces, Melinda, Sherry, and Teresa and their families; special aunt, Bernita and cousin, Lennie Comer; uncles, aunts and cousins. Larry was a devoted son and father. He worked in construction, enjoyed sports, country music, and reading. on August 24, 2006.³

     James Harvey "Jimmy" Garst James Garst, Oct 13, 1949 - Jul 9, 2025. James "Jimmy" Harvey Garst, of Roanoke, Virginia, 75, went home to be with the Lord on July 9, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents, Virgil and Francis Garst; stepdaughter, Yvonne Gillespie Bush; step-grandsons, Steven Timothy Gillespie and Thomas Jerome Gillespie; and brother, Richard M. Garst. Jimmy served in the Army National Guard and retired after 20 years. He was a beloved husband, stepfather, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, and friend of many. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte "Britts" Gillespie Garst; stepdaughter, Teresa "Tessy" Minnick (Tony); stepsons, Joseph A. "Tony" Gillespie, Jr. (Cristina), Vincent "Teddy" Gillespie, John E. Gillespie, and Gary Gillespie; and sister, Barbara G. Cosgrove (John). Jimmy is also survived by numerous beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Jimmy was a long-time member of the Green Hill Church of the Brethren and served as a Deacon and sang in the choir. He was also a coach for the churches softball team and played in the church league. Jimmy also coached the Roanoke City and Roanoke County Men's and Women's Softball teams during the 1970s and 1980s. Interment will follow at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park.⁴ He was buried at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, 5070 Cove Road N. W., Roanoke, Virginia.⁴ He was born on October 13, 1949 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4 He married Charlotte Louise Britts, daughter of Ernest Clyde "Tommy" Britts and Florence Ellen Huffman, on August 13, 2008 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,2,4,5 James Harvey "Jimmy" Garst died on July 9, 2025 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 75.⁴

     Michael Mel "Mike" Spillman Michael Mel Spillman, Jun 20, 1963 - Jan 5, 2026. Mike Spillman, of Vinton, Virginia, entered into rest leaving behind the love of his family and the many people whose lives he touched on January 5, 2026 at the age of 62. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who spent his career with Norfolk & Southern Railroad. Mike was known for his love of hunting, his faith, and quirky sense of humor that was unmistakably his. Mike shared a deep bond with his father, Elbert "Mike" Spillman, who was not only his dad but his lifelong best friend. He now joins his father and mother, Barbara "Gail" Norris and a brother, Brian. He is survived by his loving wife, Valerie Spillman; mother-in-law, Kitty (Mark); his children, Eric (Kristin) and Alicia (Brandon); his grandsons, Corbin and Raynor, who brought him joy; his beloved miniature schnauzers, Mandy and Mousey (Mouse). He also leaves behind his siblings, nieces, nephews, and close friends who shared life with him.⁴ He was born on June 20, 1963 at Lynchburg, Virginia.^3,4 He married Valerie Ann Gillespie, daughter of Thomas Jerome Gillespie and Kitty Blair Hiler, on May 10, 2014 at Richmond, Virginia.^1,2 Michael Mel "Mike" Spillman died on January 5, 2026 at Virginia at age 62.⁴

     His Social Security Number was 224-25-5595.³ Darrell Louis Britts was born on July 3, 1964 at Homestead, Dade Co., Virginia.^3,2 He married Jennaye Devony Jackson on May 1, 2001.⁴ Darrell Louis Britts died on November 28, 2004 at Florida at age 40.^3,5,2 He Darrell Louis Britts, 40, of Bradenton, Fla., passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2004. He was born July 3, 1964, in Homestead, Fla., and moved to Bradenton in 2000 from Colorado. He is survived by his wife, Jennaye; his parents, Alfred and Laurel Britts; and brothers, Dwayne of Charlotte Harbor, Fla., Devin and Daren of Manassas, Va. on December 1, 2004.²