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     Emerald Pence Neal was born on July 3, 1932 at Summers Co., West Virginia.¹ He married Cara Lee Bennett on April 20, 1953 at Narrows, Giles Co., Virginia.¹

     Brother Neal was born on July 3, 1932 at Summers Co., West Virginia.¹ He died on June 27, 1933 at Hinton, Summers Co., West Virginia.¹

     Kayoula Lydia McDaniel was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^4,3,5 She was born on September 11, 1901 at Lafayette, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,4 As of June 23, 1921,her married name was Lawrence.² She married Hubert Taylor Lawrence on June 23, 1921 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 Kayoula Lydia McDaniel died on July 26, 1988 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 86.^4,3,5 She Kayoula Lydia Lawrence, age 86, died Tuesday, July 26, 1988. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Arwilda Heslep, Mrs. Fannie Mae Webster, both of Elliston; Mrs. Clara Smith, Roanoke; one son, Elwood Lawrence, Elliston; one sister, Mrs. Alice Lockard, Ripplemeade; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Interment will be in Sherwood Burial Park. on July 28, 1988.⁵

     Hubert Taylor Lawrence was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3 His Social Security Number was 223-22-9228.⁶ He was born on December 26, 1893 at Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,5,6 He married Kayoula Lydia McDaniel, daughter of John William McDaniel and Alwilda B. Clower, on June 23, 1921 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^2,3 Hubert Taylor Lawrence died on September 2, 1968 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 74.^1,3,4

     Her Social Security Number was 228-12-2729.¹³ Fannie Mae Lawrence was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁵ She was born on February 7, 1923 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,13,5,14 As of March 28, 1943,her married name was Sesler.² She married Samuel Luther Sesler Jr. on March 28, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Fannie Mae Lawrence and Samuel Luther Sesler Jr. were divorced on August 28, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.³ As of June 4, 1960,her married name was Webster.² Fannie Mae Lawrence married John Thrash Webster, son of Josiah David "Joe" Webster and Ida May Conner, on June 4, 1960 at Lafayette, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^2,15,6 Fannie Mae Lawrence died on October 21, 2012 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 89.^13,16,4,5 She Fannie Mae Webster, 89, of Elliston, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 21, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Kayoula Lawrence; husband, John T. Webster; sister, Arwilda Heslep; and a stepson, David Webster. Surviving are her sister, Clara Smith and husband, Crowell, of Roanoke; brother, Elwood Lawrence and wife, Helen, of Riner; stepson, Wayne Webster and wife, Diane, of Arlington; stepdaughter-in-law, Susan Webster, of Elliston; as well as a number of nieces and nephews including Richard Heslep, of Elliston. The family offers a special thanks to Dr. Julia Hemphill for her many acts of kindness and compassion. on October 25, 2012.⁴

     Annie Arwilda Lawrence was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Her married name was Heslep.² She married Arthur Wheeler Heslep Jr.^2,9 Annie Arwilda Lawrence was born on October 25, 1925 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ She died on November 14, 2015 at Virginia at age 90.² She Annie Arwilda Lawrence Heslep, 90, of Elliston, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, Novemer 14, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur W. Heslep Jr., her parents, Hubert T. and Kayoula M. Lawrence, and two sisters, Fannie Mae Webster and Betty Joyce Lawrence. She is survived by her four children, Richard Heslep, Nancy Waddell (Danny), Roger Heslep (Myrteen), and Patricia Hall (Darin); five grandchildren, Mike, Mallory, Brielle, Dylan, and Sarah; and one great-granddaughter, Tyler. Also surviving are her brother, Elwood Lawrence (Helen); and sister, Clara Smith (Crowell), and a special niece and nephew. Arwilda was a long time member of the Lafayette United Methodist Church where she was active in Sunday School and the United Methodist Women. She would sew and make crafts year round for the annual bazaar. She was a working mom who started her career at the Radford Arsenal and continued for many years as a skilled seamstress. She was a kind and gentle person devoted to the care and joy of her family, gardening, and preparing wonderful meals. Her family would like to thank Dr. Karen Barnhart and staff of Carilion Salem Office and Dr. Prokopchak for their loving care. Also, thanks to the staff at Joseph C. Thomas Assisted Living facility for their wonderful care. Interment will immediately follow at Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem. on November 16, 2015.²

     Clara Jean Lawrence was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^10,8 She was born on March 2, 1927 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.^11,10 As of December 9, 1951,her married name was Collins.² She married Paul Costello Collins on December 9, 1951 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.² Clara Jean Lawrence and Paul Costello Collins were divorced on June 4, 1960 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹² As of circa 1965,her married name was Smith.⁸ Clara Jean Lawrence married Crowell Travis Smith Jr. circa 1965.^6,7,10,8 Clara Jean Lawrence died on June 5, 2018 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 91.^10,8 She Clara Lawrence Smith, 91, of Roanoke, Va. formerly of Montgomery County, Va. passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018. She was preceded by her parents, Hubert L. and Kayoula Lawrence; along with three sisters, Fannie Mae Webster, Annie Arwilda Heslep, and Betty Joyce Lawrence. Surviving are her loving husband of 53 years, Crowell Smith; a brother, Elwood Lawrence and wife, Helen. Along with several nieces; nephews and other relatives and friends. A graveside service will held in Sherwood Memorial Park. on June 7, 2018.⁸

     Hubert Elwood "Herbert" Lawrence Herbert Elwood Lawrence, Jan 27, 1929 - Nov 11, 2021. Hubert E. Lawrence, 92, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on November 11, 2021. Loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. A man with a quick wit, a genuine smile and a good joke. Born in Roanoke County, and became a lifelong resident of Montgomery County, living also in Elliston and Riner. He was Preceded in death by parents, Hubert Taylor Lawrence and Kayoula McDaniel Lawrence; and sisters, Betty Joyce Lawrence, Fanny Mae Webster (John), Arwelda Heslep (Junior), and Claire Jean Smith (Crowell). Survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Helen Howard Lawrence, they were married on October 23, 1954; daughter, Brenda Gale Daugherty (Wayne); son, Jimmy Lynn Lawrence (Peg Morse); nephew, Howard McDaniel (Judy); grandson, Kevin Lynn Fletcher (Kristina); great-grandsons, Evan Fletcher, Conner Fletcher; very dear friends and neighbors, David and Pat Holland, Jeff and Alisha Smith and Lee Vaught, many, many, other friends, neighbors, nieces and nephews, and scores of church brethren. Elwood found the Lord at Glenvar Baptist Church, where he was an active member for twenty- two years. He also attended Auburn Baptist Church, Fellowship Baptist, the first meeting of Fellowship Baptist took place in his living room, and Faith Baptist. He later became a member of Blacksburg First Wesleyan Church where he remained until his passing. Elwood avidly attended services at every Church he attended. He was heartbroken when his health no longer allowed him to attend. Mr. Lawrence started and ran a construction company for fifty years. He gave every customer his best work and a fair price. He built homes, churches, retail stores, factories, parsonages, fellowship halls and even a gymnasium. He spoke with pride of working with Jimmy at The Big Spring Flower mill, representing the third generation of the family to do so. He was busy after his retirement at sixty-two, building three more houses. Elwood also managed the Howard family business for two years, Mountain Beauty brand canned tomatoes. The family also owned the RiverView Mobile Home Park in Lafayette. The family would like send special thanks to the caregivers who took care Elwood in the last days. Tracey, LaDonna and Angie. With special appreciation to Good Samaritan Hospice. Interment at Roselawn Cemetery.¹ He was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2880 North Franklin Street, Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹² He was born on January 27, 1929 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.^1,3,2,13 He married Mary Lee King, daughter of Scott Miller King and Ida Lee Clower, on March 25, 1948 at Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^3,4 Hubert Elwood "Herbert" Lawrence married Helen Foy Howard on October 23, 1954.¹ Hubert Elwood "Herbert" Lawrence and Helen Foy Howard were divorced on March 21, 1966 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.¹⁴ Hubert Elwood "Herbert" Lawrence married Helen Foy Howard on June 11, 1966 at Montgomery Co., Virginia.³ Hubert Elwood "Herbert" Lawrence died on November 11, 2021 at Virginia at age 92.¹

     Samuel Luther Sesler Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^7,3,4 He was born on June 18, 1918 at Alleghany, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^1,7,3,5,6 He married Fannie Mae Lawrence, daughter of Hubert Taylor Lawrence and Kayoula Lydia McDaniel, on March 28, 1943 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.¹ Samuel Luther Sesler Jr. and Fannie Mae Lawrence were divorced on August 28, 1948 at Roanoke Co., Virginia.² Samuel Luther Sesler Jr. died on December 21, 1963 at Hampton, Virginia, at age 45.^7,3,4 He Samuel Luther Sesler Jr., 45, of 438 Rockwell Road, Hampton, died at 7 a.m. Saturday in Dixie Hospital after a long illness. A native of Roanoke, Mr. Sesler had lived on the Peninsula since 1939. He was a mill foreman for Tabb Lumber Co. and was a member of Langley Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Evelyn Sesler; a daughter, Donna Jo Sesler; and a son, Samuel Paul Sesler, all of Hampton; a sister, Mrs. B. J. Klatt of Salem; his mother, Mrs. Fred Lawrence of Salem; three brothers, Buford Sesler of Salem, Edward Sesler Roanoke and George Sesler of Ashtabula, Ohio. Burial in Sherwood Memorial Park, Salem. on December 22, 1963.⁴

     Crowell Travis Smith Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.^3,6 He was born on September 24, 1926 at Roanoke, Virginia.^3,4,5,6 He married Clara Jean Lawrence, daughter of Hubert Taylor Lawrence and Kayoula Lydia McDaniel, circa 1965.^1,2,3,7 Crowell Travis Smith Jr. died on November 21, 2021 at Virginia at age 95.^3,6 He Crowell Travis Smith Jr., Sept. 24, 1926 - November 21, 2021. Crowell T, Smith Jr., 95, of Botetourt, went to be with the Lord, on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Crowell served proudly in the United States Army, serving in World War II and later retiring from the National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents, Crowell Smith Sr. and Ada S. Smith; wife of 53 years, Clara L. Smith; brother, Andrew W. Smith; and sister, Frances Rosen. He is survived by his nieces, Nancy Waddell and husband, Danny, Brenda Daugherty and husband, Wayne, Patricia Hall, and special niece, Donna Duncan and boyfriend, Bill Beasley; nephews, Richard Heslep, Roger Heslep and wife, Myrteen, and Jimmy Lawrence and wife, Peg; and special caregiver, Susan Cox. A graveside service with military honors, will be held at Sherwood Memorial Park. on November 24, 2021.⁶

     Arthur Wheeler Heslep Jr. was buried at Sherwood Burial Park, 1045 Lynchburg Turnpike, Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia.⁴ His Social Security Number was 230-03-0899.⁵ He married Annie Arwilda Lawrence, daughter of Hubert Taylor Lawrence and Kayoula Lydia McDaniel.^1,4 Arthur Wheeler Heslep Jr. was born on August 29, 1920 at Elliston, Montgomery Co., Virginia.^5,3,6,4 He died on September 1, 1999 at Montgomery Co., Virginia, at age 79.^5,2,7,4 He HESLEP, Arthur W., Jr., 79, of Elliston, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 1999. He was born on August 29, 1920 the son of Arthur W. Heslep, Sr. and Livey Stewart Heslep. He is survived by his wife, Arwilda Lawrence Heslep; daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Danny Waddell of Troutville, Patricia and Darin Hall of Garner, N.C; son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Myrteen Heslep of Salem; a son, Richard Heslep of Elliston; five grandchildren, Michael Waddell and wife, Donna of Troutville, Mallory Heslep and Brielle Heslep of Salem, Dylan Hall and Sarah Hall of Garner, N.C; brother and sister-in-law, Moyer and Mary Heslep of Elliston; sister-in-law and husband, Clara and Crowell Smith; sister-in-law, Fannie Mae Webster; brother-in-law and wife, Elwood and Helen Lawrence. The family wishes to thank Dr. Currie, the Gentle Shepherd Hospice and many others for their care during his long illness. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park. on September 3, 1999.⁴