Chapter 9—Martin Honaker

First Generation

1. Martin[1] Honaker. Born between 1760 and 1770 at Waterlick, Frederick Co., Va. Died 1846 in Russell Co., Va. After his father’s family moved from its Waterlick homestead, Martin relocated to New Garden (later named Honaker when one of his descendants was postmaster there), Russell County. New Garden was the site of a fort whose function was defense against Indian attack. While living at New Garden, Martin met Jonathan Musick and married Jonathan’s eldest daughter Lydia. Martin first paid Russell County taxes in 1793. On 22 Aug 1797 he bought 45 acres on both sides of Lewis Creek from William and Elizabeth Elam, for £45. On 8 Aug 1798, he bought an additional 76 acres from his brother, Peter, for £140; Peter moved to Kentucky. On 1 Oct 1805 Martin sold 45 acres to Patrick Kindrick for $250.

Russell County Law Order Book 3 (1799–1808), Part 2, p. 656, reports that Martin Honaker, proprietor of the lands on both sides of Lewis Creek, requested to build a water grist mill and to erect a dam across the creek. Russell Co., Va. Law Order Book 3 (1799–1808), Part 2, p. 665, states that a jury inquest on Martin’s application to build the grist mill and dam, reported to court that neither the “mansion house, office, curteledge, garden nor orchard will be overflowed, ordinary navigation, nor the passage of fish obstructed , nor the health of the neighbors annoyed.” Permission to build was granted 24 Oct 1807. Subsequently, Martin and his sons built two additional grist mills on Lewis Creek. He, his sons and grandsons operated grist mills in various locations on Lewis Creek and the Clinch River for at least 100 years. Russell Co., Va. Martin’s sons Nicholas, Jonathan and Isaac built log homes on Martin’s property. The 1815 Southwest Virginia Tax Assessment lists Martin as having “2 farms on Lewis Creek. 1 farm 247 acres with 2 dwelling houses of wood (1 2-story 24 ft. by 18 ft.; the other 1 story 16 ft. square); 1 barn of wood; 2 stables; 1 cornhouse; 1 loom house; 1 spring house; 1 mill house; all valued at $1,235. 1 other farm: 52 acres valued at $109.”

Tilton, Early Looneys in America, reported that Martin and Lydia sold 76 acres on both sides of Lewis Creek of the Clinch River, 11 Jun 1818, to Robert Looney (also Luney) son of John and Esther Looney of Botetourt Co., Va. On 17 Oct 1818 they sold Looney another 171 acres (Russell Co. Deeds 6, 124, 134 or 174.) Tilton surmised the land may have been in present-day Buchanan County.

The 1820 Russell County census enumerated Martin’s family with three males and four females; Martin Jr.’s family included three males and one female. None were named. In 1823 Martin witnessed the will of his brother Jacob.

No death date has been established for Martin, which is presumed to be sometime in 1846. After his death, his wife Lydia declined to administer his estate. On 8 Sep 1846 the following was entered into the Law Order Book of Russell County: “Lydia Honaker, widow of Martin Honaker deceased having signified to the court her refusal to administer on the estate of the said deceased. On the motion of John F. McElhenney who made oath, and together with Charles S. Creigh, Isaac Vermillion and William B. Aston his securities entered into and acknowledged a bond in the penalty of $5,000.00 conditioned as the law directs, certificate is granted him for obtaining letters of administration of said descendant’s estate in due form.”

Disposition of estate assets was protracted. One researcher reported that on a deed of 24 Oct 1848 Martin’s heirs sold their interest in his property to his son Martin Jr. However, not all of it went to Martin, Jr. in 1848, because disposition was still going on three years later. Another researcher reported a partial settlement of the estate in Russell County Court 15 Aug 1851, in which the administrator reported the following receipts: “From Nicholas Honaker, notes & acct. for hire of Betty, a slave--$195.00; From J.T. Ball, account for hire of slave--$31.50; Jonathan Honaker, same and account--$42.50; Seah Honaker, hire of slave--$8.00; Sold to Lydia Honaker, 1 negro slave--$489.40; Sold to Jonathan Honaker, 1 negro slave--$489.40; Sold to John T. Ball, 1 negro slave--$450.00; Sold to Nicholas Honaker, 1 negro slave--$400.00 [continued with small enumerated items.] At the time of Martin Sr.’s death, he owned four slaves, one named Betty, the others not named.

Family legend is that Martin Sr. inherited from his father a large steel safe and German-style grandfather clock, described in Appendix J of this book and in Hans Jacob Honaker—From Switzerland to America, Larson. They went to Martin’s son Nicholas, who died at age 42, and subsequently were sold to Thomas W. Davis, along with Nicholas’ land and home. As of 2013 the whereabouts of the clock was unknown. The safe was owned by a reclusive Davis family descendant, stored in a Florida warehouse, where it was photographed surreptitiously in 1995 by Martin-descendant Helen Yost.

Martin married Nancy Lydia Musick, daughter of Jonathan Musick and Helen Colley, ca. 1795 in Russell County. Born 1778 in Pittsylvania Co., Va. Died 1852 in Russell County. She was a sister of Martin’s brother Peter’s wife Mary. Children (born in New Garden, Russell County):

i. Jonathan[2]. Born 1796. Died 1861. He married, first, Susannah Unknown in 1817. Born ca. 1795 in Stokes Co., N.C. They had one child who died in infancy. He married, second, Louisa

Unknown. Jonathan and Louisa were enumerated in the 1850 Russell Co., Va. census. He married, third, Susan Unknown.

2. ii. Martin, Jr. Born 1798.3. iii. Isaac (called Shop). Born 1801.4. iv. Mary (called Polly). Born 1808.5. v. Nicholas (also Nickolas). Born 1810.6. vi. Katherine (also Catherine). Born 28 Oct 1813.7. vii. Margaret. Born 13 Jan 1817.

Second Generation

2. Martin[2] Honaker Jr. (Martin[1]). Born 1798 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 1866 in Russell County. The 1850 Russell County census enumerated Martin’s family as household #1691: Martin, 52, farmer; Nancy, 54; Arenia, 26; Lydia, 24; Nicholas, 22, laborer; Margaret, 20; Polly, 18; all born in Russell County. The 1860 census enumerated him and his family in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.

He married his first cousin Nancy[2] Honaker, daughter of Nicholas Honaker and Anna Long, 1816 in Russell County. Born 1794 in Russell or Wythe County. Died in Russell County. Children (born in Russell County):

8. i. Henry[3]. Born 1817.9. ii. Samuel. Born 1820.10. iii. Jonathan. Born ca. 1822.11. iv. George Washington.12. v. Anna (also Arenia). Born 1824.

vi. Lydia. Born 1826.13. vii. Nicholas. Born 1828.

viii. Margaret. Born 1830. She married Jefferson Keene 25 Oct 1853 in Tazewell Co., (also reported as Russell Co.), Va. The service was performed by Thomas Mullins.

14. ix. Mary Anne (called Polly). Born 1832.

3. Isaac[2] Honaker (called Shop) (Martin[1]). Born 1801 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 May 1890 in Russell County. Buried in Whitt Family Cem. near Honaker, Russell County. He was a gunsmith and carpenter. Family legend is that he built several houses in the Old Honaker area of Russell County, among them the old Aston house. He also operated a mill at Gardner on the Clinch River and one near Blackford, Russell County. His Great Granddaughter Clarissa Stump remembered him as a large jovial man riding a white horse. The 1870 Russell County census enumerated Isaac and his family in New Garden Township.

He married Sarah Whitt (called Sally) in 1824. Born 1808 in Russell County. Died 20 Dec 1879 (also reported as 20 Dec 1883) in Russell County. Buried in Whitt Family Cem.. She was reported as a daughter of James Whitt and Mary Unknown; also a daughter of Edmund Whitt (born ca. 1774 in South Carolina, died ca. 1840, married 1798) and Hannah Lester. Edmund was a son of the Rev. Richard Whitt (born ca. 1729, died ca. 1813 in Montgomery Co., Va., married ca. 1755) and Susannah Scaggs (born ca. 1735, died before 1797). Hannah was a daughter of Abner Alexander Lester and Martha Patsy Arthur. Children:

15. i. Martin[3]. Born Dec 1825 in Swords Creek, Russell County.16. ii. James. Born 15 or 16 Aug 1827 in Swords Creek.17. iii. John (called Johnny). Born 11 Nov 1833 in Swords Creek.3. iv. Celia (called Seely). Born 26 Jun 1834 in Swords Creek.18. v. Isaac William or William Isaac (called Billy). Born Jan 1835 in Swords Creek.19. vi. Mary (called Polly). Born 1839 in Swords Creek.

vii. Elizabeth. She married Unknown Hess. Researchers differ as to whether she is a child of Isaac and Sarah.

20. viii. Lydia. Born 1842.21. ix. Cynthia R. Born 1846 [death certificate gives 1839] in Swords Creek.

4. Mary M.[2] Honaker (called Polly) (Martin[1]). Born 1808 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 1866 (also reported as 20 Jul 1879 in Greenbrier Co., W.Va.

The 1860 Russell Co., Va. census enumerated Polly, then a widow, and her family in New Garden District, dwelling and family #793: Polly McLaughlin, 52, head of household, farming, personal estate valued at $294; Causby, 23; Henry L., 19; Lydia, 16; Neely, 14; Polly, 12; Jonathan, 10; Moses Ball, 27 farming. The McGlothlin children all were listed as “real estate valued at $200,” probably their inheritance from their father’s death. Moses Ball would soon become Cosby’s husband.

The 1870 census enumerated Polly still on a farm in Lebanon, New Garden Township. On adjoining farms were the families of her niece Lydia (Martin[1], Martin[2], Lydia[3]) and nephews Martin and John (Martin[1], Isaac[2], Martin and John[3]).

She married, first, Cornelius McGuire McGlothlin (called Neely), son of Jacob McGlothlin (also McLaughlin) and Mary M. Bennett, 1827. Born 1802. Died 29 Aug 1849. Children (all but Henry and Jonathan were reported born in New Garden):

i. Katherine[3]. Born 1829. She married James T. Ball 27 Sep 1848.ii. Martin. Born 1830.iii. Patton G. Born 1831. He married, first, Rebecca Lockhart 28 Feb (also reported as 29 Oct) 1855.

He married, second, Margaret Ray 19 Feb 1860.iv. Cynthia Ann. Born 1833. She married Robert Smith Ball, son of Unknown Ball and Elizabeth

Smith, 2 Jun 1857. v. Daniel. Born 24 Jan 1834. Died 30 Nov 1910. He married Elizabeth Lockhart 17 Jan 1856. Born

15 Apr 1840. Died 7 Dec 1920. They are buried in Lockhart Chapel Cem., Russell Co., Va. Next to them is the grave of Lou W. McGlothlin, possibly a daughter, born 2 Dec 1863, died 31 Mar 1942.

4. vi. Cosby G. Born 1837.22. vii. Clarissa (also Claracy) (called Clarcy). Born 1839.23. viii. Henry Lewis. Born 25 Jul 1840 in Blackford, Va.

ix. Lydia. Born 1844. She married Jefferson Deskins 19 Aug 1863.x. Neely (may have been Cornelius) P. Born 1846. He married Mary C. Loudermilk 29 Dec 1866.

4. xi. Mary (called Polly). Born 22 Jan 1848. 24. xii. Jonathan (also Johnston). Born 23 Mar (also reported as May) 1850 in Blackford, Va.

She married, second, William Whitt ca. 1861. There were no children.

5. Nicholas[2] Honaker (also Nickolas) (Martin[1]). Born 1810 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Apr 1852. Buried on the hill above the present-day Clark Cem. in Honaker, Russell County. The 1850 census enumerated him and his family in Russell County. He is mentioned in articles about Honaker, Va., in this book’s appendices.

His will appeared in Russell Co., Va. Will Book 6, pp. 366-367. Among other things, it directs his friend and executor, Thomas W. Davis, to dispose of “so much of my personal estate as can be spared…” This is the directive which led to the sale of Hans Jacob’s old clock and safe which Nicholas had inherited, which it was said were purchased by Mr. Davis. Presumably these treasures were thought to be so much excess baggage at the time. The will:

I Nicholas Honaker of the County of Russell, do make and publish my last will and testament in manner following that is to say. First, I direct my executor herein after named to pay all my just debts as soon as may be after my decease, and in order to do this I direct that my said executor shall first sell so much of my personal estate as can be spared by my wife and family and collect the debts due me and appropriate to the payment of my debts, and to raise the remainder that I am owing, I authorize my said executor to sell so much of my land not including the mills, dwelling house, spring lot connected with the spring, as will be sufficient for that purpose and I authorize him to make the sale either privately or publicly as he may find most advantages to my estate. I also authorize him to convey the same to the purchaser by proper needs and bounds. Second, After my just debts shall all be paid, I give to my wife Amy, my whole estate both real and personal to enable her to raise my children in comfort, to hold and enjoy the same as her own until my youngest child shall arrive at the age of 21 years. Third, When my youngest child shall arrive at the age of 21 years, I direct that all my estate shall be equally divided between all my children share and share alike, except that my wife shall have one full third of the same during her natural life. Forth, I hereby appoint my friend Thomas W. Davis executor of this my last will and testament, hereby revoking all other wills by me heretofore made, Given under my hand and seal this 5th day of February 1852.

Nicholas Honaker (Seal) The above instrument was signed by Nicholas Honaker in the presence of us as his last will and testament

And we witnessed the same in his presence and at his request. H.D. Aston C.C.L Aston At a court held for Russell County the 6th day of April 1852. This Instrument of writing was exhibited in

Court as and for the last will and testament of Nicholas Honaker deceased, and proven by the oaths of H.D. Aston and C.C.L. Aston the subscribing witnesses thereto, and ordered to be recorded, and on the motion of Thomas W. Davis executor therein

named who made oath, and together with Henry D. Aston, L.N. Gardner and William M. Lockhart his securities entered into and acknowledged a bond in the penalty of $3000 conditioned according to law, certificate is granted him for obtaining probate of the said will in due form. Teste: James P. Carrell

He married Amy (also seen as Anna) Stinson, daughter of Robert Stinson and Amy Kelly, 8 Nov 1832. Born 27 Nov 1815 in Russell County. Died after the 25 Jun 1880 census. Buried in Harvey Honaker Cem. [her eldest son] on the right side of Highway 653 above Lewis Creek on Buck Musick Hill, Russell County. The 1880 census enumerated her in the household of her son James Harvey Honaker in Copper Creek District, Russell County. Children:

25. i. James Harvey (called Harvey). Born 6 Jan 1834 in Honaker, Va.ii. Nancy. Born ca. 1835. May have died or married young as she was not listed with the family in

the 1850 census.26. iii. Mary Jane. Born 1837 in Honaker.

iv. Malissa E. Born 1839 in Russell County. She married William J. Kindrick 16 May 1855 in Russell County. John Wallis performed the ceremony.

v. Anna Priscilla. Born 1841 in Russell County. She married Edward D. Miller 26 Dec 1865 in Russell County. Born ca. 1838 in Tennessee.

27. vi. Rebecca F. Born 1843 in Russell County.vii. James M.C. Born 1846 in Russell County.

28. viii. Margaret A. Born 26 Aug 1848 in Honaker.

6. Katherine[2] Honaker (Martin[1]). Born 28 Oct 1813 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 19 Jan 1855 in Kanawa Co., (West) Va. She and her family were enumerated in the 1850 Kanawha Co., (West) Va. census, district 29, as dwelling #1337, family #1359, all b. in Virginia: Daniel McGlothlin, 45, farmer, real estate valued at $500; Catharine, 40; William, 20, laborer; Neily, 18, laborer; Mary, 16; James, 14; Eliza J., 12; Lydia, 9; Martin, 6; Daniel, 2; Thomas, one month. They were enumerated in the 1860 Roane Co., (West) Va. census as family 161, all b. in Virginia: Daniel McGlothlin, 52, farmer, real estate valued at $1,400, personal estate valued at $600; Rebecca, 43; Martin, 16; Daniel, 14; Thomas, 10; Catherine, 8; Nancy, 6; Paten G., 29, farmer; Rebecca, 22.

She married Daniel J. McGlothlin, son of Jacob M. McGlothlin, and Mary M. Bennett, 1829. Born Dec 1807 in Russell Co., Va. Died 4 Apr 1879 in Roane Co., W.Va. Jacob McGlothlin was a Revolutionary War veteran who moved his family to Roane County in 1845. Daniel J. McGlothlin married, second, Rebecca King (also reported as Rebecca J. Skidmore) 28 Dec 1855. Children (of Katherine and Daniel):

6. i. William[3]. Born 1830 in Russell Co., Va.. ii. Cornelius McGuire (called Neely). Born 1832 in Russell County. Died Sep 1849.

6. iii. Mary. Born 2 Mar 1834 in Russell County. 6. iv. James Harvey. Born 25 Mar 1836.

v. Eliza J. Born 18 38. She married, first, Charles E. Webb 8 Jan 1857. She married, second, George Suttle 10 Sep 1877.

vi. Martin. Born Mar 1843. He married Margaret Unknown.6. vii. Lydia E. Born Jan 1845. 30. viii. Daniel J., Jr. Born 30 Oct 1846 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va.

ix. Thomas. Born Mar 1850 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va. He married Christina Eisman 18 Nov 1869.

31. x. Catherine. Born 12 Mar or May 1852 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va.6. xi. Nancy. Born 30 Oct 1854 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va.

7. Margaret[2] Honaker (called Peggy) (Martin[1]). See photographs courtesy of LaRee Jackson.Born 13 Jan 1817 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 30 Nov 1890 in Cheney, Sedgewick Co., Kan. Buried in Sedgewick.

She married John Tunnell Ball Jr., son of John Tunnell Ball and Mary Ball (called Polly), Jun 1836 in New Garden. John T. Sr. and Polly were cousins. After Peggy’s last child was born, the family relocated to Manassa, Conejos Co., Colo.; and then to Cheney, Kan., where both died and were buried. Children (all born in New Garden):

32. i. Serelda Jane[3]. Born 6 May 1837 in New Garden.ii. Maria. Born 1838. Died 1840.

33. iii. Martin Van Buren. Born 1839.34. iv. Cosbie (also Cosby and Casby) Catherine. Born 1841.

35. v. John Wesley. Born 17 Feb 1843.36. vi. William Lee. Born 23 Apr 1845.37. vii. Patton George. Born Feb 1846.38. viii. Jasper Newton. Born 26 Mar 1848.

ix. Eliza. Born 1849.39. x. Louisa Harden. Born 1850.40. xi. Elihu Kisor. Born 19 Sep 1853.

xii. Fullen Jesse. Born 6 Mar 1856. Died ca. 1860.41. xiii. Cinthia (also Cynthia) Caroline. Born 1859.

xiv. Drucilla. Born 4 Jun 1860 (also reported as 15 Jun 1860) in New Garden. Died 13 Apr 1875. She married Frank Ball. Died 15 Apr 1904.

Third Generation

2.vi. Lydia[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[l]). Born 1826 in Russell Co., Va. She married George Hobbs, son of John Hobbs and Nancy Cordelia Davis, 12 Sep 1853 in Tazewell, Va. John and

Nancy Hobbs had moved from Kentucky to Tazewell, Va., where they were enumerated in the 1850 census. Born ca. 1831 in Breathitt Co., Ky. Died after 1880 in either Russell Co., Va. or Lincoln Co., W.Va. Land records exist for George in Entry Books 1 & 2, Tazewell Co., Va., prior to his marriage to Lydia. They are on Dismal Creek—5 Dec 1851 for 15 acres, 11 Dec 1852 for 24 acres, 23 Apr 1853 for four acres, and 28 Jan 1853 for nine acres, 52 acres in all. George and Lydia were enumerated in Grundy District, Buchanan Co., Va., in the 1860 census, where George was recorded as a farmer. He enlisted with Maj. Vincent Addison Witcher of “Witcher’s Nighthawks” in the C.S.A. 1 Nov 1862 in Tazewell, Va., for a period of three years. He appeared on a muster roll of Co. C, Witcher’s Battalion Virginia Mounted Rifles, Oct to 31 Dec 1862, dated 1 Jan 1863; served with Co. A, 34th Virginia Cavalry; and appeared on a muster roll of Co. G, 34th Virginia Cavalry, 3 Oct 1864.

At the 1870 census, George and Lydia were enumerated in Russell Co., Va., where they were on a farm in Lebanon–New Garden Township. On adjoining farms were the families of Lydia’s Aunt Mary[2] (Martin[l], and Lydia’s cousins Martin[3] and John[4]. At the 1880 census, George and Lydia were again enumerated in Russell County. Their eldest, John, was married and living nearby. The other children were living with their parents. Some of the children moved to West Virginia ca. 1882; the 1890 census has not been examined to determine whether the parents and eldest son John also moved. George’s brother Samuel Hobbs was living nearby when the Russell County census taker visited in 1880.

Lydia’s brother Nicholas married George’s sister, Anna Hobbs. Hobbs or Honaker family also lived in Grundy, Va., because a descendant remembered going there as a child to visit kin about 1900. Children:

2.vi. i. John[4]. Born 1854. 2.vi. ii. Eli. Born 1856.2.vi. iii. Samuel. Born 1858.2.vi. iv. Louisa (called Liza). Born ca. 1862. 2.vi. v. Rosina (called Rosie). Born ca. 1863. 2.vi. vi. George Henry. Born Mar 1865.

3.iv. Celia[3] Honaker (called Ceeley) (Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 26 Jun 1834 in Swords Creek, Va.She married Harvey Taylor. Children:

i. Amanda[4]. She married, first, Unknown Huffman. She married, second, Charlie Ira[5] Honaker (Martin[1]) (called Ira), son of Jacob B. Honaker and Leah Taylor, 31 Jan 1895 in Russell

Co., Va.

Researcher Kathleen Stilwell reported that Celia married Jacob Hess ca. 1850 in Russell County.

4.vi. Cosby G.[3] McGlothlin (Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 1837 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va.She married Moses Ball ca. 1860 in Russell Co., Va., after that year’s census. Children:

4.vi. i. Sarah[4] (called Sallie).

4.xi. Mary[3] McGlothlin (called Polly) (Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jan 1848 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 3 Jan 1913 in Buchanan Co., Va. Buried in McGlothlin Cem., Buchanan County.

She married Larkin Davis McGlothlin (called L.D.), son of Henderson Carroll McGlothlin and Lillie D. Chambers, 28 Nov 1868 in Russell Co., Va. Born 24 Nov 1848 in Russell County. Died 9 Dec 1900 in Buchanan County. Buried in McGlothlin Cem., Buchanan County. Children:

4.xi. i. Patsy Catherine[4]. Born 26 Oct 1883 in Russell County.ii. Tim.

6.i. William[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 1830 in Russell Co., Va. Died before 1880.He married, first, Polly Lyons. He married, second, Martha Ann Unknown. He married, third, Nancy D. Booth 1 May 1854. Born May 1834 in Virginia. In the 1880 census she was a 45-year

old widow, enumerated at the home of her daughter Minerva. In the 1900 census, she was still living with Minerva and was enumerated as the mother of three, one child (Minerva) living. Children:

6.i. i. Minerva[4]. Born Mar 1857 in (West) Virginiaii. Unknown. Died before 1900.iii. Unknown. Died before 1900.

6.iii. Mary[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Mar 1836 in Russell Co., Va. Born 2 Mar 1834 in Russell County. Died 27 Apr 1905.

She married, first, William K. Hensley 17 Mar 1853. She married, second, Solomon (also Soloman) Salyers (also Saliers), son of John Salyers and Delila Unknown in

1854 (also reported as 8 Jul 1857). Born 7 Mar 1836. Died 26 Mar 1911. Children:

6.iii. i. Frances F.[4] Born 1865 in Roane Co., W.Va.

6.iv. James Harvey[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Mar 1836 in Russell Co., Va. He married Pricilla Justice (called Pricy), daughter of Alexander Justice and Margaret King, 23 Dec 1857. Born 11

Nov 1837 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va. Children:

i. Charity[4]. ii. Daniel Jonathan. Born 1863 in (West) Va. iii. Sarah R. Born 1871. Died 1875. iv. Kellis A. Born 1874.

6.iv. v. Anderson Caleb.

6.vii. Lydia E.[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born Jan 1845. Died 1907. Buried in Cottrell Cem. near Oka, Calhoun Co., W.Va.

She married, first, John Henderson Hunt, son of Adam Aaron Hunt and Mary Keen (called Polly), 19 Jun 1858. Born 10 Apr 1839 in Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Cottrell Cem.. Children (the reported birth dates are too close together, but we do not know the problem):

i. Mary Catherine[4]. Born 13 Feb 1861 probably in Calhoun County. Died 1 May 1873. Buried in Cottrell Cem..

6.vii. ii. William Henderson. Born 4 Oct 1861 probably in Calhoun County. This birthdate is too close to that of his sister. Hers is known for certain; his is subject to verification.

She married, second, Josiah Jarvis, son of Thomas Figgins Jarvis and Ailsey Bentley Connolly 30 Jun 1889 in Roane Co., W.Va. He also married Eliza Anne Arnold.

6.xi. Nancy[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Oct 1854 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va.She married John W. Epling, son of Leonard Epling and Phoebe King, 24 Dec 1872. Born 10 Dec 1851 in Giles Co.,

Va. Died 19 May 1945 in Roane Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Thomas[4].ii. Orville.iii. Albert.iv. George. Born 1867. He married Lucy E. Miller 18 May 1901.v. Holbert.vi. Oliver.vii. Melissa.

6.xi. viii. Mary.6.xi. ix. Carrie E. Born 4 Jun 1891.

8. Henry[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born Feb 1817 in Russell Co., Va. Died after 1900 in Cabell Co., W.Va. In the 1850 Russell County census, Henry was enumerated as a farmer . The 1860 census found the family in Licking Station, Magoffin Co., Ky, where Henry’s occupation was “farm labor” and his estimated personal property was valued at $40. The 1880 census found Henry and Mary, their son Fulton and a 12-year-old grandson (William F., born in Kentucky) in Lincoln Co., W.Va. The 1900 census found Henry and Mary in Grant District, Cabell Co., W.Va.

He married Mary Ann Compton, daughter of Jeremiah Compton and Courtney Yates. Born Nov 1826 in Russell County. Died after 1900 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Children:

8. i. Martin W.[4] Born 14 Mar 1843 in Russell Co., Va. ii. Isaiah D. Born 1846 in Russell Co., Va. Died 14 Mar 1864 in Flemingsburg, Fleming Co., Ky. He

was enumerated in the 1860 Magoffin Co., Ky., census. He enlisted 22 Aug 1863 in Catlettsburg, Ky., with Capt. W.S. Adams for 12 months, and mustered in 17 Oct 1863 in Ashland, Ky., serving with Co. D, Kentucky Infantry Regiment 45. He was hospitalized at Flemingsburg General Hospital Mar 1864 and died there a few days later of camp fever (typhus.) He was 5 ft. 8-in., light complexion, blue eyes, light hair.

8. iii. James Fulton (called Fulton). Born Jul 1848 in Russell County. 8. iv. Nancy Jane. Born 4 Mar 1850 in Russell County.42. v. William Henderson (called Hence). Born 22 Jun 1853 in Russell County.8. vi. Benjamin Fulton. Born 26 Jul 1856 in Greenup Co., Ky. 8. vii. Parker Smith (called Smith). Born 6 Jul 1859 in Magoffin Co., Ky. 8. viii. Louisa Cordelia. Born 10 Aug 1861 in Magoffin County.

9. Samuel[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1820 in Russell Co., Va. He was not listed on his daughter Margaret’s wedding license in 1875, probably meaning he was deceased by then. He and his family were enumerated in the 1860 Buchanan Co., Va., census: Samuel, 34, married, farmer, illiterate; Hetta, 28, housekeeper, born in Virginia, illiterate; William, 9; David, 7; Mary, 3.

He married Hetta Keen (called Hettie), daughter of William Keen and Nancy McGlothlin, 1857 in Buchanan County. Born 1832 in Russell County. Died 26 Jun 1887 in Virginia. Looking Back One Hundred Years: A Brief Story of Buchanan County [Va.] and its People, Hannibal Albert Compton, says most of the older Honakers, including Sam, emigrated from Russell County. Compton refers to Sam’s wife as Hettie Keen, former wife of Samuel Keen, and says she later married Thomas Woosley and had a daughter, Louisa. Compton refers to one of Sam’s daughters as “Bill Stiltner’s first wife,” but does not identify which daughter. The book’s author was a brother of Eva Compton, second wife of Samuel Honaker’s son Martin. Children (of Samuel and Hettie):

i. William[4]. Born 1851.43. ii. David. Born Aug 1854 in Wythe Co., Va.

iii. Mary. There is conflicting information on this daughter. One researcher reported she was born in 1857 and died in 1864. Another reported her as Mary Jane, who married William Stiltner, son of John Stiltner and Sarah Unknown, 8 Jan 1877. Mary Jane and William had a son, John D., and the family was listed in the 1880 Buchanan Co., Va., census. If correct, Mary Jane would be the daughter referred to in Compton's book.

9. iv. Margaret Elizabeth. Reported born 10 Mar 1859 (the headstone gives 10 Oct 1861) in Buchanan County

44. v. Martin. Born 1861.vi. Nancy. Born 1863.

10. Jonathan[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[1]) Born ca. 1822 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1871 in Magoffin Co., Ky. The 1850 census found Jonathan and his family in Russell Co., Va.; his wife’s name was recorded as Louisa. He moved to Kentucky in 1867, a year after his youngest child was born.

He married Marticia (also reported as Louisa, Genoa, Matisha and Matilda Martha) Johnson (called Tishie), 1844 in Russell County. Born 1830 in Russell County. Her daughter Mary Jane’s death certificate (source identified as G.L. Conley, Mary Jane’s son,) gave Mary Jane’s mother’s maiden name as Genoa Johnson. Children (born in Russell County):

45. i. Isaac Lilbern[4]. Born 1845.46. ii. Mary Jane. Born 2 Nov 1847.47. iii. James W. Born 1850.10. iv. Nancy Ann. Born 1852. 48. v. Moses Emory. Born 19 Jul 1854.49. vi. George Washington. Born bet. 1856 and 1858.50. vii. Rachel. Born 1859.51. viii. John M. Born 1860.52. ix. Rebecca Vicey. Born 1866.

11. George Washington[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died in Lebanon, Russell Co., Va.He married Unknown. Children:

i. George[4].ii. Cubby.

12. Anna[3] Honaker (also Arenia) (Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1824 in Russell Co., Va.She married Andrew J. Mutter 18 Apr 1851 in Russell County. Children:

i. Martha[4]. Born 1851.ii. Mary. Born 1853.iii. Margaret. Born 1855.iv. Katherine. Born 1857.v. Nancy. Born 1859.

13. Nicholas[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1828 in Russell Co., Va. Died before 1900. He is probably the Nicholas of Russell County who served as a private in Co. G, 37th Virginia Infantry, and Co. D, 22nd Virginia Cavalry (Bowen’s Regiment, Virginia Mounted Infantry), C.S.A.

Southwest Virginia Kin, Vol. III, pp. 79-80, Albert, and Honaker Family in America, pp. 552-553, Davison, reported that Nicholas married Anna Long, from research which we believe confused this Nicholas with his uncle. However, Tazewell Co., [Va.] Marriage Book, Vol. 3, p. 1, shows that this Nicholas, son of Martin Jr. and Nancy, married Anna Hobbs, daughter of John Hobbs and Nancy Cordelia Davis, 25 May 1854 in Tazewell, Va. Born Mar 1835 in Breathitt Co., Ky. Died after 1880 in Russell Co., Va. Anna was a sister of George Hobbs, who married Nicholas’s sister Lydia, also in Tazewell. At the time of marriage, Nicholas’s age was given as 23, which would put his birth year at 1831, and Anna’s age was 19. Anna Hobbs was enumerated in the household of her parents in Tazewell Co., Va. in the 1850 census. She and Nicholas were enumerated in Russell Co., Va., in the 1870 and 1880 censuses.

The 1900 Russell County census showed Anna’s family in dwelling #307, family #312, Cook’s Mill District: Anna Honaker, 63, b. Mar 1837 in Ky., widowed, 11 children, 9 living, mother b. in Va.; John, 22, b. Jun 1877 in Va., parents born in Va., day laborer; Mariah, 10, b. May 1890 in Va., parents born in Va. Living next to Anna was her eldest son and daughter-in-law Martin and Francis Honaker. The 1910 Russell County census found Anna’s family in dwelling #64, family #66, New Garden District: Anna Honaker, 70, mother of 11 children, 7 living; Zed, 13, grandson, b. in Va. Her son John was in dwelling #65, family #67.

Children (of Nicholas and Anna):

53. i. Martin[4]. Born 26 Mar 1855 in Virginia.54. ii. George. Born Dec 1856 in Russell County. A poignant reunion story involving descendants of

George and his brother Lilburn appeared in the Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 3 Jul 1995, and was reprinted in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1996.

55. iii. Lilbern. Born 1858.13. iv. Mary Ann (called Polly). Born 23 Mar 1861 in Russell County.

v. Matilda Jane (called Janie). Born 1864 in Virginia. She married, first, Benjamin Blankenship, son of John Blankenship and Susan Unknown, 23 Mar 1888 in Russell County. The marriage record states that she was 20 (which would indicate a birth year of 1868); he was 50 (which would indicate a birth year of 1838), born in Kanawha Co., W.Va. They were married by James Dye. She married, second, Joseph Ross, son of Louis Ross and Sallie Unknown, 30 Apr 1889 in Russell County. Born in New York. They were also married by James Dye.

vi. Margaret (called Maggie). Born 1868 in Virginia. She married John N. Davis 6 May 1890 in Russell Co., Va. They were married by John W. Stallard.

13. vii. Melvin Wilson. Born 1870 in Virginia56. viii. Alta. Born 1871 in Virginia.

ix. Nancy Cordelia (called Nannie). Born 3 Oct 1873 in Russell Co., Va. She was named after her mother’s mother. Conflicting information has been reported on her. One researcher reported that she married Thomas Perry 30 Apr 1889 in Russell County and that they were married by James Dye. There were no reported children. Another researcher reported information attributed to gravestones and family records that this Nannie died 1937 in Morgan Co., Mo., and is buried in Shilo Cem., Morgan County. That researcher reported that she married, first, Richard Calvin Bradshaw, son of William Bradshaw and Nancy A. Weaver, 18 Jul 1889 in Morgan County. Born 20 Sep 1868. Died 3 Feb 1931 in Morgan County. Buried in Union Cem., Morgan County. There were no children. Richard Calvin then wed Lulu Jane Braden 21 Aug 1900. In turn, Nannie married, second, Richard Calvin’s brother, Enoch Bradshaw (called Bud) 13 Nov 1900. Born 1871. Died 1932. Buried in Shilo Cem., Morgan County. There were no children.

13. x. John Graham. Born Jun 1877 in Russell County. xi. unknown.

14. Mary Anne[3] Honaker (called Polly) (Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1832 in Russell Co., Va. In the 1860 census she and her family were enumerated in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.

She married Anderson Coe 10 Aug 1957 (also reported as 25 Oct 1853) in Russell County. They were married by E. Ferrell. Born ca. 1836 in Surry Co., N.C. Children:

i. Nancy[4]. Born 1859.57. ii. Nicholas. Born 14 Feb 1867 in Russell County.

15. Martin[3] Honaker (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1825 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 1898 in Russell County. The 1850 Russell County census enumerated Martin in the county. The 1870 census defined the area as New Garden Township, enumerating Martin and his family on a farm in Lebanon–New Garden Township, on the Clinch River near the mouth of Lewis Creek, as family #360. His parents were family #361, his brother John was family #362, and his Aunt Mary[2] McGlothlin (Martin[1]) was family #363. George Hobbs, brother to Anna Hobbs, was family #364. Martin and his brothers James and John enlisted 13 Jul 1861 as privates in Co. G, 37th Virginia Infantry, C.S.A., at New Garden, Va. Martin was listed as deserted on a 1 May 1862 company muster roll.

He married Cathern Elizabeth Hess (called Polly, Betty, Betsy), daughter of John Hess and Sally Unknown. Born 1826 in Virginia. She was enumerated in the 1900 Russell County census living with her son Lilbern in New Garden District. Children:

58. i. Jacob B.[4] (called Jake). Born 15 Feb 1847 in Honaker, Russell County.ii. Isaac Martin. Born 14 Feb 1849 in Honaker. Died 9 Oct 1860 when hit by a falling tree.

59. iii. Lilburn (also Lilbern and Libben). Born 9 Oct 1850 in Honaker.iv. Cynthia. Born 7 Jun 1851 in Honaker. Died of arteriosclerosis 28 Oct 1929 in Honaker. Buried

Whitt Cem., unknown place. She married Calvin Ray (called Cad), son of James Ray and Margaret Ann Griffith, 5 Jan 1869 in Russell County. They were married by S. Williams. He died before 1929.Born ca. Oct 1849

60. v. Patton (also Patten). Born 29 Apr 1853 in the Lewis Creek area of Honaker.61. vi. Robert (called Bob). Born 10 May 1855 or 1856 in Honaker.62. vii. Henry. Reported born 12 Dec 1858, 10 Oct 1858 and 10 Oct 1859.63. viii. Elias (also Silas). Born 13 Apr 1860 in Honaker.64. ix. Taze. Born 18 Sep 1863 in Honaker. The 1900 Russell County census gives Mar 1865.65. x. Charles William. Born 29 Jan 1869 in Honaker.

16. James[3] Honaker (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 or 16 Aug 1827 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died before the 1870 Russell County census, possibly killed in the Civil War. James and his brothers Martin and John enlisted 13 Jul 1861 as privates in Co. G, 37th Virginia Infantry, C.S.A., at New Garden, Va. He was slightly wounded 25 May 1862 near Winchester, Va., was listed as deserted on a company muster roll 11 Oct 1862, but accounted for when issued clothing 3 Feb 1863. One researcher reported that he was killed in the war, but his last child, Isaac, is thought to have been born 1864, so James may have survived the war.

He married Mary Hess (called Polly) 20 Feb 1851 in Russell Co., Va. One researcher reported her name as Polly McGlothlin. Born 1835. In the 1870 census, Mary and her children were enumerated in New Garden Twp., Russell County. Children (all born in Swords Creek):

66. i. Sarah[4] (called Sally). Born 1852 or 1853.67. ii. John. Born 10 Jan 1854.

iii. William. Born 18 Apr 1856.iv. Lydia (also Lilly). Born 11 Sep 1858. The 1870 census gave her name as Lilly. She married Jacob

Hess.v. Elizabeth Catherine. Born 8 Sep 1860. She married Kent Stiltner.

68. vi. James, Jr. Born 1863.69. vii. Isaac. Born 1863.

17. John[3] Honaker (called Johnny) (also reported as John C. and John M.) (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Nov 1833 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Jan 1908 in Russell County. Buried Lewis Creek Cem. near Honaker, Russell County. He and his brothers Martin and James enlisted 13 Jul 1861 as privates in Co. G, 37th Virginia Infantry, C.S.A., at New Garden, Va. Johnny became a sergeant, was hospitalized in Richmond 7 Mar 1862, returned to duty 15 Apr 1862, then was listed as deserted on a 1 May 1862 company muster roll. He lived on Lewis Creek near Honaker, Va., where he owned and operated a grist mill. The 1870 Russell County census enumerated him on a farm in Lebanon–New Garden Township, with eight children still at home. On adjoining farms were the families of his Aunt Mary[2] (Martin[l], Cousin Lydia[3] (Martin[l], and his brother Martin.

He married Nancy E. Griffith, daughter of Isaac Griffith and Ruth Hale, 10 Jan 1856, in Russell County. Born Mar 1835 in Virginia. Died 1932 in Russell County. Ruth Hale’s father Thomas Hale was a Revolutionary War soldier and pensioner who fought in North and South Carolina. Following Johnny’s death, Nancy’s Granddaughter Susie B. (Honaker) Stinson said, Nancy lived with her son Martin until she died and was buried in a family Cem. on the farm he owned. Children:

70. i. Frederick C.[4] (called Fed). Born 1857 in Russell County.71. ii. Evan. Born 1 May 1858 in Russell County.72. iii. Monterville (also reported as Monteville). Born Apr 1860.

iv. Sarah. Born ca. 1861.17. v. Sally Emaline. Born 2 Dec 1862 in Russell County. 17. vi. Mary. Born ca. 1864.

vii. John M. Born Mar 1867 in Virginia. He married Lou Pruett. A deed of 15 Jan 1915 shows that John and Lou purchased a farm from her family for $16.66, “on the Rocky Ridge on the waters of Dryfork in Tazewell Co., Va., being the same inherited by Martha Pruett who later became Martha Watson, from the land of the late Archie Pruett and by the death of the said Martha Watson…”

viii. Randolph. Born May 1868 in Virginia.73. ix. Lydia. Born 1870.74. x. Ida (also Josie). Born 1 Nov 1873.75. xi. Martin. Born 28 Aug 1876 in the Lewis Creek section of Old Honaker.

xii. Charlie (called Cas). Born 1877. He married Mary Wilson 20 Sep 1899 in Russell County. The minister was D.D. Griffiths.

76. xiii. Thomas. Born 1880 in Russell County.

18. Isaac William[3] Honaker (also reported as William Isaac) (called Billy) (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born Jan 1835 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Jul 1927. Buried in Honaker-Wilson Cem., two and one half miles north of Finney, Russell County. He was enumerated as a farmer in the 1870 and 1880 Russell County censuses, living in New Garden Township.

He married Martha Griffith, daughter of Isaac Griffith and Ruth Hale, 9 Apr 1857 in Russell County. Born Aug 1837 in Patrick Co., Va. Died 16 Nov 1910 in Coulwood, Russell County. Buried in Honaker Cem., Russell County. She was a sister of Nancy E. Griffith, who married Billy’s brother Johnny; and sister of Margaret Griffith who married James Ray. Margaret and James Ray were parents of Caroline Ray, first wife of Patton[4] Honaker (Martin[1]). Patton’s second wife was Caroline Ray’s first cousin Mahala Jane Griffith. Children (of Billy and Martha):

77. i. George Washington[4]. Born 19 Jul 1858 in Russell County.ii. Mary Alice. Born 1859 in New Garden, Russell County. Died before 1927. She married, first,

Moses H. Harris 20 Oct 1875 in Russell County. They were married by John Thompson. She married, second, Floyd Claude Whitt 25 Jan 1896 in Russell County.They were married by J.R. Hubbard.

18. iii. Viola Jane. Born Sep 1860 in New Garden78. iv. Oscar. Born 1861 in New Garden.

v. Louise. Born 1862. vi. Arminda (also Arminta, Minda, and Amanda). Born 1864 in New Garden. She married Andrew

Ward.18. vii. Isaac. Born in 1868 in New Garden.79. viii. Rachel Celia. Born 1869 (also 1872) in New Garden.

ix. Julia. Born ca. 1869 in Russell Co., Va. She was reported in 2012 by family researcher Anna Musick.

80. x. William Linkous (called Bud). Born 27 May 1873 in Virginia.

19. Mary[3] Honaker (called Polly) (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1839 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died between 1915 and 1920 in Dickenson Co., Va. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Camp Creek, Dickenson County. She had a club foot and wore specially made shoes. She and her family were enumerated in the 1880 Russell County census living in New Garden District. The 1910 census enumerated her in Dickenson Co., Va., as a widow, 75, living with her son James W.

She had a child with Unknown:

81. i. James W.[4] [Honaker]. Born 28 Mar 1858 in Finney or Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

She married, first, Alexander Anthony Malispina (also Malespina and Malaspina), son of Amark Malispina and Dominca Unknown, 21 Feb 1865 in Russell County. Born 1836 or 1837 in Lyon, France. Died 22 Jun 1882 in a flash flood which washed away the family mill on Thompson Creek, Honaker, Va. Buried in Whitt Cem., Russell County, “above the second culvert....above Thompson’s Creek.” Family legend is that he came to Russell County as a railroad construction worker. Through the years, his surname was changed to Speenor. Rankin, 37th Virginia Infantry, chronicles that regiment from Southwest Virginia and contains this entry—Malaspina, Anthony: Private, Co. I. Enlisted 1 Nov 1861 at Camp Bartow for one year. Present at Jan and Feb 1862 muster. Wounded 23 Mar 1862 at Kernstown, Va. [Battle of Winchester.] In hospital until discharge 22 Jul 1862. Born in the District of Lyon, France. Age 25. Five ft. tall, dark complexion, dark eyes, dark hair. Laborer.

A 1992 essay about Polly and Anthony, by Myrtle Ball Honaker, appeared in True Tales from the Past, Vol. IV, and Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 1999. It said that Anthony was Swiss French, meaning the French-speaking area of Switzerland. If Myrtle’s research was correct, perhaps his family moved from Lyon to Switzerland before he emigrated to America. Children:

ii. Eliza J. Born 7 Jun 1873. Died 5 Mar 1948. She married, first, Lilburn Roman. She married, second, Joe Musick. There were no children from either marriage.

19. iii. John. Born Apr 1874 in Virginia. 192. iv. Sally. Born ca. 1875 in Virginia. She married James[5] Honaker (called Jim) (Martin[1]. Their

descendants continue under his listing.v. Louis Napoleon. Born ca. 1878 in Virginia. He never married. Found dead on the railroad.

82. vi. Emmaline Celia. Born 6 May 1881 in Honaker, Va.

She married, second, Moses H. Harris 25 Mar 1887 in Russell County.She married, third, George W. Whitt in 1907. He was her daughter-in-law’s father, wife of Mary’s son James W.

Honaker.

20. Lydia[3] Honaker (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1842 in Russell Co., Va. Died 3 Mar 1921 in Scott Co., Va.

She married, first, George Madison Ray (also Rhea), (called Madison), son of Iradell Ray and Rhoda Sargent, 29 Mar 1858, in Russell Co., Va. The wedding was performed by the Rev. William Gilmer. Madison was a brother of Elias Ray, who married Lydia’s sister Cynthia. Born 1833 in Russell County. Died of illness as a Confederate soldier in 1863 in Lynchburg, Bedford Co., Va., leaving Lydia a 22-year old widow with a small child. Madison served in the 1st Regiment Volunteers, “New Garden Fear Nots,” light infantry, Capt. Simon Hunt’s Co., C.S.A. Lydia’s brothers James, John, and Martin also served in the war, as did Madison’s brother Elias Ray. Family legend is that Madison made bonded liquor for the government and Lydia liked his liquor more than he thought proper. The story goes that one day when he had to be away from home, he suspended the cask of liquor from the barn ceiling with ropes. Lydia placed her washtub under the cask and shot a hole in the bottom. When Madison came home, he found Lydia asleep beside the tub.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 7 Dec 2011: Letters in a Quilted Bag Hold Story Behind a Local Name, by Heather Powers, with two-column photograph, cutline “Burl Rhea, great grandson of Madison and Lydia Ray, at Meade Cem.”

Who knew a quilted bag stored on a nail behind a cookstove in a kitchen could hold so much historical information and the meaning behind a family’s name. The letters, discovered in a quilted bag, stored in the kitchen of Doyle W. Rasnick’s grandmother, were so interesting he wasn’t about to put them away again. Rasnick read the letters from Madison Ray, husband of his great grandmother Lydia Honaker Ray, the daughter of Isaac “Shop” Honaker, who had a grist mill located near Honaker. The letters were sent to Lydia from Madison during his time in the Confederate Army during the Civil War.

The quilted bag held 52 letters written between 1861 and 1863. The mystery that struck Doyle Rasnick’s interest began with the last letter that came in June of 1863. Madison was in the hospital in Lynchburg, Va., and said he was sick with skirvey, or skury, as many said it during that time. There was never another letter and Madison never came home.

Madison and Lydia gave birth to a son named Everett Ray in November of 1861. They resided in Wilder, Va., when his father went to war. Later on, Everett took a trip to Abingdon, Va., to sell cattle. There he saw a headstone in a Cem. that read “Madison Rhea.” Everett was convinced that this was his father, although it was not, he went back to his mother and told her they had been spelling the family name incorrectly. So, the Ray became Rhea.

Lydia married again to William Taylor in the late 1860’s. He had arrived back home from the war and was a first cousin to Madison. They gave birth to 11 children and in 1911 sold their property in Wilder to Clinchfield Coal Company and moved to Scott Co., Va. One of Lydia’s children was Doyle Rasnick’s grandfather Lindsey. In 1914, the home place in Scott County was given to Lindsey and his wife where the war letters remained hanging in the quilted bag on the wall. Lindsey’s wife gave the bag of letters to Doyle’s mother Ebbie Rasnick and she passed them down to him.

After Doyle read the letters, he still wanted to know where Madison was buried. In Lynchburg, Va., he went to the library and found Madison was buried in an old town Cem. in Lynchburg. The Madison Rhea in Abingdon, Va. Was not the Madison Ray of Wilder, but today the family name still remains Rhea. Everett Ray, who changed his name to Rhea, had five children. One child was Bill Rhea who is the father of Burl Rhea of Cleveland and his siblings.

Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Rasnick currently reside in Tazewell Co., Va. When they sorted through the letters they wanted to share them with all of Doyle’s family. Doyle’s grandfather Lindsey had 11 children with his wife Hannah and he ended up with 51 cousins. To share the letters they transcribed them and copied the original form and made them into a hard bound book with pictures of the family. The letters kept in the quilted bag for 150 years can now be read by everyone. Anyone who would like to purchase the book, please contact Doyle Rasnick at 276-988-5410.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, 25 Dec 2011: Letters Home—Soldier’s epistles from Civil War now preserved in keepsake book, by Marci Gore. Accompanying photograph of Doyle Rasnick, cutline “Doyle Rasnick’s great grandmother, Lydia Honaker Ray Taylor, preserved the letters of her first husband, Civil War soldier, Madison Ray, in a quilted bag that hung on a nail behind her cook stove. Rasnick has taken those letters and compiled them into a book for the descendants of Taylor and Ray.”

For decades, an old, quilted bag hung on a nail behind the cook stove in Lydia Honaker Ray Taylor’s home place in the Taylortown community of Scott Co., Va. And although it appeared ordinary in every way, the bag actually held some well-kept secrets—more than 50 letters written 150 years ago by Lydia’s first husband, Madison Ray. Ray penned the letters to her and others in his family during his service in the Civil War. The letters cover a two-year span from 1861 to 1863. Ray never made it back home from the war. He died of scurvy in 1863 and is buried in an old town Cem. in Lynchburg, Va. Beginning in 1958, the letters, documenting many historical events during the war, notably Gen. Stonewall Jackson getting shot at Chancellorsville, were passed down through the generations, and in the late 1960s, ended up in the hands of Lydia’s great-grandson, Doyle Rasnick. Doyle, a Scott County native, owns Clinch Valley Printing Company in Tazewell, Va., and has compiled all 52 letters into a book. He plans to distribute copies of Civil War Secrets from the Quilted Bag to as many of the descendants of Taylor and Ray as he can. “The letters were important to the family. Somebody looked after them until I got them. I stored them in a safe deposit box all these years, but I just decided it was the right thing to do to get them out and let all the Taylors and the Rays

who wanted to know about their ancestors, begin to read and understand where they came from,” Rasnick said. Perhaps one of the most difficult parts of preparing the book for print was transcribing Madison’s letters. Rasnick’s wife, Linda, helped with this task. “Linda and I would work on this in the evenings after work. I’d say it took us about three months. It was very emotional for us. Linda would just cry. The letters started out very enthusiastic and lively. In the first battle or two the Confederates won, and he would tell how many thousands of people were killed or wounded. But, as the years passed, and he continued to fight in the war until 1863, the letters began to get less enthusiastic and more sincere. He had more concern and a lot of worry about the way things were going and whether he would ever return or not and whether he would get to see his wife. These letters were the most emotional, most loving, most passionate ones, but he didn’t, as I recall, maybe never, or not very often, use the word love. He expressed himself with other terms,” said Rasnick. Madison’s and Lydia’s families were from Russell County—she did not move to Scott County until 1912—and Madison’s letters often contained information about others in the community who were with him fighting in the war. “His brother was a soldier. His wife’s brother was a soldier. His cousin, William Taylor, was a soldier. There were just a lot of them from that little community. Madison’s brother got killed at Winchester at the Battle of Kernstown. Madison writes about it. It’s a tear-jerking letter,” Rasnick said. That letter was dated March 30, 1862—just a week after the battle. And in it Madison gives Lydia a list of those who were killed, wounded or taken prisoner. “Madison kept her apprised of the people from the area. There were 75 different people from Russell County mentioned [in the letters], and he gave updates on all of them. “Lydia gave birth to a baby boy in November, just a few months after Madison left for the war in 1861. Madison’s letters indicate the couple had decided to wait to name their baby after he returned home. Madison often referred to their baby as “the boy” in his letters. When Lydia realized he wasn’t coming home, she named their baby Everett. Rasnick says, ironically, it was the letters that helped clear up a miscommunication about the spelling of the last name Ray in Russell County. “I don’t know for sure what year, maybe sometime in the 1890s, Everett was on a cattle drive from Lebanon to Abingdon and he stopped and visited a Cem. in Abingdon. There is a Confederate monument to a soldier named Madison Rhea. But R-A-Y was Madison’s (Everett’s father’s) last name, not Rhea. But Everett loved at that headstone and said, ‘My goodness! We’ve been spelling our name wrong all these years!’ So he changed his name. The headstone he was no doubt some of the Rheas from Rhea Valley in Abingdon. That’s how they spell their name—R-H-E-A. But he just saw this headstone and thought it was his dad and believed all his life that his dad was buried in Abingdon. It wasn’t his dad, though. It was someone else. The letters kind of straighten this out,” said Rasnick. Although Madison was in the midst of a war, describing difficult and probably often sad and lonely times, one of the things Rasnick says that struck him about the tone of the letters was Madison’s appreciation for the simple things in life. “His main things in life were his wife, their son, and the church. He was a very religious man,” Rasnick said. “And in one of the letters he was writing to Lydia, he told her about being up in West Virginia and that “there’s the best water up there that I ever drank.” It was a pretty simple little life if that’s what you had to get excited about—water. Another thing was his father-in-law sent him a sack of onions, and he bragged on those onions and talked on and on about them. It seemed to be the little things that made him happy.” The last letter Lydia received from Madison was dated June 13, 1863 where he writes about being in a hospital in Lynchburg. He says he is not sick, but has a “braking out” on him and the doctors have told him he has “skirvey.”When Madison failed to return home, the widowed Lydia eventually married Madison’s first cousin, William Taylor, who was also a Civil War soldier. The couple had nine children together. Rasnick says all of the Taylors from Scott County’s Taylortown community are descendants of William and Lydia. William died in 1915 and Lydia died in 1921. For now, Rasnick still has all the letters from the quilted bag in his possession. However he is considering eventually donating them to The Museum of the Confederacy in Richmond. “[But] I want these letters to be available to any of the Rays or Taylors for their personal information or historical significance. It is just the right thing to do,” he said. For more information about Civil War Secrets from the Quilted Bag, or to purchase a copy, e-mail Rasnick at doyle@clinchvalleyprinting.com

Children (of Lydia and Madison):

83. i. Everett[4]. Born 1860 in Russell County.

She married, second, William Taylor, son of Nimrod Taylor and Elizabeth Unknown, 20 Aug 1864 in Russell County. They moved to Scott Co., Va. ca. 1910. Buried in Nickelsville, Scott County. Two sons, Charlie Albert and Linzy, moved with them and raised large families. A section of about four miles of State Rt. 71 in Scott County became known as Taylor Town. Children:

84. ii. Charlie Albert. Born 16 Jun 1865.85. iii. Cowan. Born 28 Jun 1867.

iv. Alice. Born 1870. She married Randy Grizzle (called Ranzy).86. v. Johnny. Born Dec 1870.87. vi. Linzy. Born 1873.88. vii. Nancy. Born Apr 1876.89. viii. Jonas. Born 1878.

ix. James. Born 1885. He lived in Russell and Dickinson Counties, Va., and married four times, once to Marrarah Unknown, and had two sons and one daughter.

21. Cynthia R.[3] Honaker (Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1846 [the death certificate gives 1839] in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died of cerebral hemorrage 2 Jun 1929 in Honaker, Russell County. Buried in Honaker-Ray Family Cem., Rt. 723, Honaker, Va. Cynthia’s birth date needs to be resolved by census examination. The death certificate gives her age as 90, but that could be based on an estimated birth year.

She married, first, Elias Ray, son of Iradell Ray and Rhoda Sargent, and brother of George, who married her sister Lydia. Born 1839 in Russell County. He enlisted as a private in the Confederate army 2 May 1861 at New Garden, Va., mustering into Co. I, 37th Virginia Infantry. He was listed on muster rolls of 15 Aug 1861 and 15 Feb 1862, was promoted to 2nd corporal, and died at the First Battle of Kernstown, in Winchester and Frederick Co., Va., 23 Mar 1862. He is mentioned in Heritage of Russell Co., Va., Vol. II, p. 484. The First Battle of Kernstown was Maj. Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s opening battle in the Shenandoah Valley campaign. It was his only defeat in the war, caused by faulty intelligence. The Confederates fielded 3,000 men and believed they were opposed by a similar Northern force; but it was in fact three times their size. Despite their defeat, the engagement was a strategic victory for the South, causing apprehension by President Lincoln, and was the beginning of Jackson’s career as one of the most famous Confederate generals. Children (of Cynthia and Elias):

21. i. Elias[4]. Born ca. 1861.

She married, second, Henderson Dye, son of John Dye and Nancy Unknown, 25 Dec 1863 in Russell County. Born ca. 1841 in Russell County. Died 27 Sep 1916 in Russell County. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Honaker. He enlisted in the C.S.A. 10 Mar 1862 and served with the 37th Virginia Infantry. After their marriage, Cynthia and Henderson bought property from her father near the Clinch River. They later bought property on Thompson Creek, Big A Mountain near Honaker. Most of this land was left to their son Elbert. The 1910 Russell County census revealed that they had 17 children, but only ten are known.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 19 Sep 2001—Sons of Confederate Veterans Honors SoldierOn Sun., Sept. 9, 2001 the family of Henderson Dye gathered at the Honaker-Ray Cem. where Mr. Dye was

buried 85 years ago. Pvt. Henderson Dye was a Confederate soldier who served with the 37th Virginia Infantry, Co. I. The Sons of Confederate Veterans from John F. McElhenny Camp 840 erected a Civil War marker and conducted a dedication ceremony.

Great grandson Ken Dye expressed appreciation to members of Camp 840 and to family and friends who attended the gathering. Ken said, “I’m glad that my great grandfather finally has a grave marker.” Ken expressed the wish that every Confederate soldier buried in Russell County have an appropriate marker placed at his grave. Recent members of SVC Camp 840, Ken along with his sons Mike and John, intend to work toward that effort.

Ken wishes to invite anyone who is interested in becoming a member of Sons of Confederate Veterans to attend meetings which are held at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at Dye’s Winery on Big A Mountain. In the words of Henry Kidd, commander of the Virginia Division of Sons of Confederate Veterans, “We encourage everyone of all ethnic backgrounds to study their ancestors and learn of the sacrifices they made to make this country what it is today.”

Children:

ii. Catherine. Born ca. 1864.iii. Isaac. Born ca. 1866.iv. Sally. Born ca. 1866.v. John. Born ca. 1867.vi. Melissa. Born ca. 1870.vii. Mary J. Born ca. 1873. She married Foy Musick 25 Nov 1889. viii. Eliza. Born ca. 1874. She married Henry Musick 23 Oct 1890.

90. ix. Angeline (called Sara). Born ca. 1875 in Russell County.91. x. Elbert. Born ca. 1877 in Russell County.

92. xi. Bettie. Born Mar 1885. The reported birthdates of Bettie and Otis are too close together but we don’t know which is correct.

21. x. Otis. Born 16 Nov 1885 (also reported as Aug 1889) in Honaker, Va. Aug 1889. The reported birthdates of Bettie and Otis are too close together but we don’t know which is correct.

22. Clarissa[3] McGlothlin (also Claracy) (called Clarcy) (Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 1839 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. The 1910 Russell County census enumerated her and her family in New Garden District.

She married William P. McGlothlin (called Bill), son of Jacob M. McGlothlin and Elizabeth Clark (called Betsy), 5 Feb 1857. Born 1836 in Virginia. Children:

i. Caroline[4]. She married Unknown Elswick.ii. Cynthia. Born ca. 1864. She married Jasper Blankenship, son of William Blankenship (called Big

Will) and Lurinda (also Loucinda and Lorinda) Johnston, 4 May 1883 in Tazewell (also reported as Russell) Co., Va.

iii. Rachel. She married Albert Wade Richardson, son of Christopher Columbus Richardson (called Kit) and Amanda Melvina Samples, 29 Jun 1876 in Russell County.

23. Henry Lewis[3] McGlothlin (Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jul 1840 in Blackford, Russell Co., Va. Died 1910 on Youngs Branch, Buchanan Co., Va. Buried on Youngs Branch. Buried in Childress Family Cem., Youngs Branch.

He married Louvisa Ratliff (called Vicey), daughter of Abednego Ratliff and Mary Ann Childress, 25 Aug 1863. Born 25 Dec 1847 in Garden Creek, Buchanan County. Died in Deskins, Buchanan County. Buried in Childress Family Cem.. Children:

93. i. Benjamin Franklin[4]. Born 6 Feb 1866 in Blackford.ii. Mary Jane (called Polly). Born 9 Jan 1868 on Youngs Branch. She married Jesse James Looney 5

Apr 1891.iii. Lydia C. Born 17 Jun 1870 on Youngs Branch. She married Harvey Childress 10 May 1891.

94. iv. John Patton. Born 18 Mar 1873 on Youngs Branch. v. Louisa. Born 16 Oct 1873 on Youngs Branch. She married Ben Childress.vi. Jefferson Granville. Born 18 Jan 1879 on Youngs Branch.vii. Victoria. Born 20 Aug 1880 on Youngs Branch. She married Boyd Murphy 3 Jan 1901.viii. Rachel B. Born 10 Sep 1882 on Youngs Branch. She married Joseph Shortridge 23 Dec 1898.ix. Julia. Born 1883 on Youngs Branch. She married Harvey G. Jackson 12 Nov 1905.x. William Howard. Born 20 Sep 1884 on Youngs Branch. He married Jennie Looney 10 May 1906.xi. Rosa. Born 12 Jan 1890 on Youngs Branch. She married Daniel P. Looney 3 Jan 1906.xii. Thomas H. Born 10 Jan 1892 on Youngs Branch. He married Laura Vandyke 2 May 1912.xiii. Annie Rowlette. Born 22 May 1898 on Youngs Branch. Died 19 Feb 1965. She married John

Shortridge 9 Jul 1914.

24. Jonathan[3] McGlothlin (Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar (also May) 1850 in Blackford, Russell Co., Va. Died 2 Dec 1884 in Fletchers Ridge, Buchanan Co., Va. Buried in McGlothlin Cem., Fletchers Ridge.

He married Martha Jane Mutter 19 Dec 1876. Children:

i. Davis[4]. He married Sarah Combs.ii. Clarissa. Born 1884 (also reported as 1878.) She married Nicholas[5] Honaker, son of Martin

Honaker and Frances L. Rose, 3 May 1904 in Russell Co., Va. Her children continue under his listing.

iii. Lydia. She married Jim Compton.iv. Mary.v. John. He married Nellie Honaker, unidentified.

25. James Harvey[3] Honaker (called Harve, Harvey, and Squire) (Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jan 1834 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 2 Feb 1901 in Honaker, Va. Buried on the right side of Highway 653 above Lewis Creek on Buck Musick Hill, Russell County. The 1860 Russell County census, New Garden District, enumerated family #811 as: Harvey Honaker, 25, carpenter, personal estate value $210; Mahala, 23; Napoleon B., 2; Ellen J., 1 mo. Harvey enlisted in Co. I, Capt. Robert E. Cowan’s company, 37th Virginia Infantry, 2 May 1861 at New Garden. He became a corporal but received a medical discharge 15 Feb 1862 in Winchester, Va. The examining physician noted there was a festering fractured

leg which prevented military service. The discharge said he was 27 years, 5-ft. 10-in., blue eyes, dark hair, and had been a carpenter at enlistment. The leg injury occurred prior to enlistment. The 1870 Russell County census, New Garden District, dwelling #301, family #383, enumerated the family as: Harvey Honaker, 38, merchant, real estate value $1,700, personal estate value $500; Mahala, 33, post mistress; Bonapart, 12, at school; Josephine, 10, at school; Nannie, 7, at home; James, 2, at home.

The 1870 census noted Harvey’s occupation as a merchant. He operated a general store. It was common in rural areas for a general store to also house the post office. At first, it was the New Garden Post Office. Thomas W. Davis was listed as postmaster 4 Dec 1849. Harvey’s wife Mahalia Jane was listed as postmaster 27 Feb 1866 and 25 Jan 1883. Further information about the post office is in The Heritage of Russell County, Vol. II, p. 130. It’s not entirely clear now how it happened, but while the post office was operating in Harvey’s store, the U.S. Post Office Department changed the town’s name to Honaker, effective 13 Mar 1884, several years before the coming of the railroad.

At the 14th annual Honaker Family Association reunion, 10 Aug 2002, in Honaker, Va., local members of the Sons of Confederate Veterans honored Harvey’s memory by dedicating a memorial grave marker in his honor. Arrangements had been made by Kenneth A. Dye, a member of the association and of the veterans group. Ken’s son Michael was master of ceremonies and presented the following remarks, followed by a rifle squad volley:

The Captain John F. McElhenny Camp, Sons of Confederate Veterans, welcomes you to this stone dedication service in the memory of Harvey Honaker, who was a Confederate soldier, and in whose honor the town of Honaker was named. Harvey Honaker was born 6 Jan 1834 in Russell Co., Va. He was the son of Nicholas Honaker and Amy Stinson, grandson of Martin Honaker and Lydia Musick and great grandson of immigrant Hans Jacob Honaker.

He was living at home with his parents in 1850, a laborer on his father’s farm. On 1 Apr 1857 he married Mahala Jane Dickenson, daughter of Lewis and Nancy Dickenson. In 1860 he was in his own household with his wife Mahala and their first two children, Napoleon Bonapart and Ellen Josephine, and was listed as a carpenter. Harvey and Mahala would go on to have three more children, Nancy Dickenson, James Harvey and Charles Aston.

With the coming of the War Between the States, Harvey, like many others, enlisted early. The exact date is unknown, but he was present as early as Aug 1861 in 2nd Corps, Co. I, 37th Virginia Infantry, the “New Garden Fearnots,” commanded by Capt. Simeon Hunt. Harvey’s military service was short lived however, as he was discharged on 15 Feb 1862 at Camp Mason, being unfit for further duty. He had received a fracture of his leg prior to his enlistment and had developed a wound which was discharging pus and threatening protrusion of the bone.

After the war, Harvey was one of the most successful businessmen in New Garden and an influentialperson in the community. He was the named the first postmaster and ran the post office from his home. It was probably through his position as postmaster that he managed to have the town renamed Honaker. In the 1888-89 Chataigne’s Business Directory for Russell County, Harvey was listed as not only the Honaker postmaster, but also as New Garden District magistrate, owner of a hotel and corn and flour mill and as one of two town undertakers.

Harvey’s father Nicholas and grandfather Martin are said to be buried on the hill above Clark Cem. next to the Honaker Funeral Home. However, his mother, Amy Stinson Honaker, was buried here upon her death. When his wife Mahala died in Mar 1888 she also was buried here. On 7 May 1889 Harvey married Martha Stinson, daughter of Edward Stinson and Margaret Burk. The date of Martha’s death has been obscured due to a broken tombstone, but she is also buried here.

Harvey Honaker died 2 Feb 1901. He was buried in his family’s [plot.] His grave either went unmarked or his tombstone has been lost to time. We have placed this memorial tombstone to permanently mark his grave and today we dedicate it in his remembrance, that he and the many others who fought for their country should not be forgotten.

He married, first, Mahalia Jane Dickenson, daughter of Lewis Dickenson and Nancy Unknown, 1 Apr 1857 in Bristol, Washington Co., Va. Born ca. 1837 in Bristol. Buried with her husband. Children (born in New Garden):

95. i. Napoleon Bonapart[4] (called Bone). Born 19 Dec 1858.ii. Ellen Josephine (called Josephine). Born 19 Jun 1860.

96. iii. Nancy Dickenson (called Nannie). Born 1863.iv. James H. Born 1868.

97. v. Charles Aston. Born 5 Jan 1874.

He married, second, Martha Stinson 6 May 1889 in Russell County. Born 1844.

26. Mary Jane[3] Honaker (Nicholas[2], Martin). Born 1837 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Feb 1899 in Russell County.

She married Zaddack (also Zadock) Nutter Gardner 13 Mar 1855 in Russell County. They were married by William Gilmer. Born 14 Mar 1835 in Virginia. Died 2 Jun 1918. Children (five died as young adults):

i. Washita B.[4] Born 16 Jul 1856. Died 25 Dec 1884. She never married.ii. Eutah W. Born 23 May 1858. Died 14 Apr 1883. She never married.iii. Adolphas C. Born 22 Jul 1860. Died 27 Apr 1937. He married C.H. Lipford 18 Apr 1887. There

were no children.iv. Palmettaw L. Born 18 Sep 1862. Died 18 Nov 1886. She never married.v. Lela Belle. Born 4 Apr 1864. Died 5 Jul 1947. She married James H. Hurt 28 Jun 1906. There

were no children.vi. Robert S. Born 30 Apr 1866. Died 22 May 1898. He never married.vii. William Thomas. Born 30 Apr 1868. Died 11 Jul 1895. He married Lansdown Gammon 25 Feb

1891.viii. Charlie A. Born 13 Jun 1871. Died 23 Aug 1902. He never married.

27. Rebecca F.[3] Honaker (Nicholas[2], Martin). Born 1843 in Russell Co., Va.She married, first, James H. Barrett, son of John Barrett and Cynthia Hurt, 1859 in Little River, Russell County. He

was a second lieutenant during the Civil War, killed 17 Sep 1862 in Sharpsburg, Md. Researchers also reported that Rebecca J.[3] Honaker (Samuel P.[2], Nicholas[1]) was the Rebecca who married James H. Barrett. Children:

98. i. Mary Alice[4]. Born 16 Mar 1860 in Russell County.

She married, second, William F. Smith 1867 in Russell County.

28. Margaret A.[3] Honaker (Nicholas[2], Martin). Born 26 Aug 1848 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Jan 1929 near Blackford, Russell County. Buried in Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641 east of Blackford.

She married Moses Robert (also reported as Robert Moses) Barrett (called Bob), son of John Barrett and Cynthia Hurt, 17 Sep 1863 in Honaker. The minister was A. Routh. Born 29 Oct 1841 near Barrett’s Chapel, Russell County. Died 7 Oct 1905 east of Blackford. Buried in Robert Barrett Cem.. He enlisted in the C.S.A. 31 May 1861 and was promoted to sergeant. Children:

99. i. Belle Donna[4]. Born 9 May 1865 in Honaker.100. ii. James Harvey (called Jim). Born 26 Aug 1868 in Honaker.101. iii. John T. Born 17 Apr 1871 (also 1872) in Honaker.102. iv. Edward Robert (called Bob). Born 11 Apr (also 15 Aug) 1873 in Richlands, Tazwell Co., Va.103. v. Charles Elkanah (also Charles Elcaney). Born 7 Apr 1876 in Honaker.104. vi. Elbert Wise (called Cap). Born 8 Feb 1878 at the forks of the Clinch and Little Rivers, Honaker.105. vii. Mollie A. Born Sep 1887 in Honaker.

29. Martin[3] Honaker (Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). [Delete entry.]

30. Daniel Jonathan[3] McGlothlin Jr. (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Oct 1846 in Kanawha (also reported as Greenbrier) Co., (West) Va. Died 10 Dec 1914 in Roane Co., W.Va.

He married Susan Lesher, daughter of Henry Lesher and Elizabeth Bennett, 10 Mar 1867 in Roane Co., W.Va. Born 18 Jun 1846 in Barbour (also reported as Greenbrier) Co., (West) Va. Children:

i. Daniel H.[4]. Born 1 Mar 1868.30. ii. Elizabeth Irene (called Lizzie). Born 8 Sep 1870 (also reported as 1871) in Roane County.

iii. Charity C. Born 8 Aug 1873.iv. Mary R. Born 8 May 1876.v. Rachel L. Born 20 Nov 1878.vi. Minnie. Born 1 Oct 1880. Died 5 Oct 1880.vii. Peter L. Born 29 Sep 1881. Died 16 May 1882.

31. Catherine[3] McGlothlin (Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Mar (also reported as May) 1852 in Kanawha Co., (West) Va. Died 3 Oct 1907 in Roane Co., W.Va.

She married Hezekiah Grubble (also reported as Grooper) Pennell Suttle 3 Feb 1873 in Roane County. Children:

i. Mary Susan[4]. Born 22 Nov 1873 in Roane County. Died 14 Mar 1938 in Portland, Multnomah Co., Ore. She married George Gladstone Laughlin 22 Oct 1891.

ii. Harriet Jane. Born 2 Nov 1875 in Roane County. Died 18 Aug 1922.iii. Minnie Dove. Born 22 Jan 1878 in Linden, Roane County. Died 18 Sep 1972 in Ohio. Buried in

Maple Grove Cem., Ravenna, Portage Co., Ohio. She married Nelson Lewis Bailey 10 Nov 1900.

iv. Thurman. Born 30 Jun 1880 in Roane County. Died 16 Nov 1970. He married Rosa Ferrell 7 Apr 1907.

v. Kellis. Born 1882 in Roane County. Died in 1884 in Roane County.vi. Martha Ellen. Born 23 Feb 1886 in Roane County.vii. Rosa Lee. Born Aug 1888 in Roane County. She married Joe L. Ellis 27 Nov 1920.viii. Harland Page. Born Jul 1890 in Roane County. Died ca. 1917 in Oregon.ix. Isa Mae. Born 10 Feb 1893 in Roane County. Died 24 Jan 1974. She married Cully R. Looney 15

Jun 1913.

32. Serelda Jane[3] Ball (also Surrelda I. and Sureldia Jane) (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 May 1837 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Feb 1921. She was also reported born 1834, but that was two years before her parents married, so we do not recognize that date. We note also that her first two children were born before her reported marriage. We do not know whether she was married previously or whether she married Johnson Owens prior to the reported marriage year.

She married Johnson Owens, son of Robert Owens and Lenore Johnson, ca. 1857. Born 20 Dec 1819. Died 8 Apr 1876 in Virginia. Children:

i. Margaret Jane[4]. Born 9 Nov 1853 in Russell County. Died 26 Feb 1905. She married George Mutter 16 Jan 1877.

ii. Beverly Johnson. Born 18 Aug 1855. Died 20 Jul 1920. He married Martha Jane Ball 9 Jan 1899. iii. Lorenzo Dow. Born 11 Jun 1858 in Russell County. Died 26 Apr 1930 (also 1931). He married

Neva Alice Rowen 21 Dec 1882.iv. Balford Bramble. Born 23 Sep 1860. The birthplace was reported as Elk Garden, Va., which is

unlikely because it is hundreds of miles north of Russell County where the family lived; perhaps the researcher meant New Garden. Died 19 Dec 1931. He married Victoria Fletcher 16 Jun 1881. He also married Reva Null.

106. v. Cordelia. Born 7 Apr 1864.vi. Sidney Angeline. Born 7 Nov 1865. Died 6 Jun 1957. She married Thomas Jefferson Harris 9 Aug

1883. vii. Sylvester Albert. Born 15 May 1868 in Russell County. Died 5 Apr 1891. He married Virgie

Osborn 22 Jul 1890. viii. Edward Leonard. Born 28 May 1871 in Russell County. Died 17 Sep 1962 in Richlands, Tazewell

Co., Va. He married Ida Jane Hurt 10 Jun 1890. ix. Johnson Elbert. Born 9 Oct 1874. Died 8 Jan 1911.

33. Martin Van Buren[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1839 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 1873.He married, first, Elizabeth Hurt. Children:

107. i. Major Allen[4]. Born Jan 1858 in New Garden.ii. Everett. Born 1868. He married Mima Parsons.

He married, second, Cynthia McLaughlin. Born 1836. He married, third, Arena Jessee. Children:

iii. Obadiah. Born ca. 1870.

34. Cosbie Catherine[3] Ball (also Casby and Cosby) (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1841 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 1894.

She married Patton Thompson 10 Nov 1862 in Russell County. Born ca. 1819 in Russell County. Died 8 May 1878 in Russell County. Children:

108. i. Caldonia Victoria[4] (called Callie). Born 9 Mar 1865 in Russell County.ii. Salina. Born 5 Nov 1872. Died 1933. She married Edward Thomas in New Garden.

35. John Wesley[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Feb 1843 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 7 Nov 1930.He married, first, Nancy Fuller 27 Dec 1862. Children:

109. i. Keturah C.[4] Born 12 May 1865 in Russell County.110. ii. Melvin S. Born 11 Dec 1867 in Russell County.111. iii. Mary Catherine. Born 10 May 1870.112. iv. Ida B. Born 14 Nov 1872.

v. Drucilla S. Born 26 Mar 1875 in Russell County. Died Jan 1876.113. vi. Isaac William. Born 3 Apr 1876.114. vii. Ellenora (twin). Born 15 Aug 1880 in Russell County.

viii. Leonora (twin). Born 15 Aug 1880 in Russell County.ix. Edna Fay. Born 12 Aug 1895.

He married, second, Annie Helton. Born 23 Apr 1869. Died 24 May 1896.He married, third, Sarah Little. Born 22 Nov 1856 in Washington Co., Va.

36. William Lee[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Apr 1845 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Oct 1912.He married Louisa Jane Kennedy ca. 1870 (also Apr 1876, but the former is more likely since two children had been

born by then). Born Apr 1846 in Jeffersonville (later became Tazewell), Tazewell Co., Va. Died 18 Nov 1902. Children:

115. i. William O.P.[4] Born 28 Jan 1874.116. ii. Sarah Louise Jane. Born 27 May 1876.

iii. Rosa May. Born 5 May 1881. Died 10 Dec 1881.117. iv. Maude Barella. Born 12 Oct 1882.

v. Cleopatra. Born 1886 in Norwich, Kan.119. vi. Lillie Hortense. Born 9 Apr 1888.118. vii. Ellenora E. Born 17 Apr 1889.

37. Patton George[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born Feb 1846 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Oct 1917 (also 24 Jan 1924).

He married, first, Sidney Thompson 12 Apr 1866 in Russell County. Born 1846. Died before 1885 in New Garden. Children:

120. i. Alfonso Felix[4]. Born 6 Jul 1867 in Honaker, Russell County.121. ii. C. Alex (called Ellick). Born 11 Mar 1870 in New Garden.122. iii. Allen. Born 19 Nov 1873.123. iv. George Paris. Born 30 May 1875.124. v. Louella. Born 3 Nov 1878.

He married, second, Amy Griffith Hess. Born 1858. Died 5 Jul 1938. Children:

125. vi. Bradford. Born 12 Apr 1876 in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.vii. Floyd Nathaniel. Born 4 Dec 1879. He married Ollie Brown.

126. viii. Rufus. Born 24 Apr 1881.127. ix. Charles. Born 11 May 1884.128. x. Mary Gosha. Born 26 Aug 1886.129. xi. Dora. Born 11 May 1888.130. xii. John George. Born 8 Feb 1891.131. xiii. Nora Katherine. Born 30 May 1894.132. xiv. Ida Florence. Born 4 Aug 1897.

He married, third, Nancy P. Harris.

]). Born 26 Mar 1848 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died of arteriosclerosis 24 Oct 1924 (also 4 Oct 1925 and 17 Oct 1925) at the home of his daughter Nellie in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio. Buried in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

He married, first, Charity Jane Snider (also Snader and Snyder) 27 Nov 1878. Born 1843 in Russell County. Died ca. 1882. Children:

i. Thomas W.[4] [Mutter] (adopted) He was listed on the 1880 census, possibly a son of Charity’s through a former marriage.

He married, second, Nannie L. (Davis) Ball, daughter of Thomas J. or W. Davis and Isabella Clark, 3 Jul 1890 in Honaker. The Rev. John L. Boyd, Primitive Baptist preacher, performed the service. Born 15 Apr 1865. Died 6 Feb (also 26 Feb) 1915. Buried in Honaker. Nannie’s father was Thomas J. (also reported as Thomas W.) Davis. If he was in fact Thomas W. Davis, he would be an important figure to the descendants of Hans Jacob Honaker, because of his purchase of Nicholas Honaker’s home and furnishings. (Hans Jacob, Martin[1], Martin[2], Nicholas[3]). When Nicholas died, his family sold the place to pay his debts. Among the furnishings were Hans Jacob’s old grandfather clock and safe. Children:

133. ii. Nellie Lillian. Born 1 Apr 1891.iii. John Newton. Born 3 Aug 1892. Died 23 Sep 1892.

134. iv. Drucilla Dora. Born 30 Jul 1893 (also reported as 6 Aug 1894).135. v. Willard Jasper (also Jasper Willard). Born 7 Jul 1896.

vi. Thomas Davis. Born 25 Apr 1898. Died 27 Apr 1898.vii. Perley. Born 25 Dec 1899. Died soon after.

136. viii. Virginia Caroline (called Carrie). Born 30 Jul 1900.ix. Unnamed. Born and died 10 Dec 1908.x. Paullena May. Born and died 23 May 1911.

39. Louisa Harden[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1850 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 1903 in New Garden.She married Lilburn Aaron Hurt 4 Sep 1881. Born 27 Apr 1842. Died 21 Mar 1937. Something appears to be wrong

with Louisa’s wedding date, as it follows the birth of seven of her children, unlikely. Children:

i. John Willard[4]. Born 21 Feb 1868 in Russell County. Died 15 Mar 1900. He married Alta Steele.ii. Virginia Belle. Born ca. 1870. She married Sparel Hale.iii. Lucian Thomas. Born 10 Mar 1872. He married Mary Sykes.iv. Henry Walton. Born 1874. He married Alta Hess.v. Andrew Fullen. Born Nov 1876. Died 13 Sep 1946. He married Eva Jackson.vi. Celina Ann. Born 1878. Died 19 Jul 1907. She married Raleigh White.

137. vii. Charles Aston. Born 30 Oct 1880.viii. Rosa Mae. Born 23 May 1885. She married Harry L. Marford 14 Nov 1908.

40. Elihu Kisor[3] Ball (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 19 Sep 1853 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 27 Mar 1938 in Red Mesa, LaPlata Co., Colo. Buried in Red Mesa Cem..

He married Minta Ellen Kirtland 4 Sep 1881 in Manassa, Conejos Co., Colo. Born 12 Nov 1863 in Grove Oak, DeKalb Co., Ala. Died 28 Nov 1938. Buried in Red Mesa Cem.. Children:

138. i. Alta Artena[4]. Born 10 Sep 1882 in Manassa.ii. Elsie Berthena. Born 23 Oct 1883 in Manassaiii. Maudie Jean (also Jane). Born 7 Dec 1886 in Manassa. Died 28 Jan 1887.iv. Lillie Ellen. Born 30 Nov 1887 in Manassa. Died 15 Aug 1888.

139. v. James Elihu (twin). Born 22 Aug 1890 in Conejos County.140. vi. Estella Mae (twin). Born 22 Aug 1890 in Conejos County.141. vii. Frederick Andrew. Born 10 Dec 1893 in Romeo, Conejos, County.

viii. Clarence Albert. Born 20 Sep 1897 in Manassa. Died 7 Aug 1898 in Bountiful, Conejos County.142. ix. Della Gertrude. Born 15 Sep 1898 in Bountiful.

x. Joseph Parley. Born 25 Aug 1902 in Bountiful. Died 10 Feb 1903.143. xi. Pearl Arminta. Born 24 Nov 1905 in Bountiful.

Latter-day Saints Biographical Encyclopedia, Vol. I, Biographies, Jensen, includes the following entry. Most of it was written by Elihu, who then had nine children, which dates his recollections to between 1898 and 1902: Ball, Elihu K., a

Patriarch in the San Luis Stake of Zion, Colorado, is the son of John T. Ball and Margaret Honaker, and was born at New Garden, Russell county, Virginia, Sept. 19, 1853. Elder Ball writes thus: “My boyhood days were spent at labor on my father’s farm, and my schooling was somewhat neglected. As a boy I was religiously inclined, and in 1869, when I first heard the gospel preached by “Mormon” Elders, I was at once convinced that they were servants of God. I did not, however, join the Church at once. After having gathered much genealogy, I left my native State for Utah, April 15, 1878, and arrived in Salt Lake City May 13th, following. After thoroughly investigating the doctrines of the Church, I was baptized Aug. 11, 1878, by Wm. L. Ball. Later, in the same year, I was ordained a Deacon. I moved to Springdale, Kane county, in 1879, and was ordained an Elder there Sept. 26, 1879, by E.F. Green. In 1880 I moved to Manassa, Conejos county, Colo., where I married Minta E. Kirtland Sept. 4, 1881. June 27, 1886, I was ordained a Seventy by Niels C. Heiselt. I was appointed to preside over the Mountain View branch March 6, 1888, and was later chosen superintendent of the Sunday school there. March 31, 1894, I was ordained a High Priest by Pres. Albert R. Smith, and on May 27th of that year I was set apart as a High Councilor in the San Luis Stake by Apostle John Henry Smith, and I was ordained a Patriarch Feb. 16, 1896, by Apostle Heber J. Grant. I am the father of nine children, five of whom are living.” Bro. Ball has passed through much for the gospel’s sake, but he always bears a faithful and powerful testimony to its truth.

In 2009 family researcher John Robert Dougherty, then of Avondale, Colo., a descendant of Elihu’s mother Margaret, provided a copy of an article, “Faith Promoting Incidents in the Life of Patriarch Elihu K. Ball,” posted by Linda Fretwell Duchaine in Apr 2007, who said, “This life story is located in my grandmother Leta Boice Boutwell’s Book of Remembrance. She is the daughter of Alta Artena Ball, daughter of Elihu Ball. Spelling and punctuation corrections have been made. No changes were made to the sentence structure or voice. Other corrections will be shown in parenthesis. Elihu K. Ball was 81 years old when he dictated his history on July 26, 1934:

When I was a boy, about fifteen years of age, two Mormon Elders came in our vicinity preaching the gospel. This was about 1870. I then lived in Russell County, Va. with my father and mother. The names of these Elders were T.B. Lewis and O.H. Riggs. There were two of my brothers that met up with them, William and Martin. They embraced the gospel and were baptized by the Elders. After they joined the church, they invited the Elders to my father’s house. The people in that vicinity were very bitter towards the Mormons. The country was full of misrepresentations concerning the Latter-Day Saints. When the Elders came to my father’s house, my mother told my brothers that she wouldn’t cook for them. They asked them out on the porch and they sat down, and the Elders commenced to sing a song entitled, “We Are The True Born Sons of Zion”. When my mother heard the song, she couldn’t keep from shedding tears. She then went ahead and prepared a meal and invited them in to hear. My father had a large orchard of sugar maple trees and also a school house on his farm. The elders got the privilege of preaching at the school house the next day. The news was spread around of the hour when the meeting would start and a large crowd gathered to hear the Elders preach. So many came that the school house would not accommodate them all, so they held the meeting under the maple trees. T.B. Lewis was a large man weighing two hundred and forty pounds. He delivered the first sermon. He took for his text a passage in the old Bible which reads something like this, “If the Lord by (thy?) God, follow Him and Baal be God, follow him.” Two hundred and fifty prophets of Baal challenged Elijah to prove who was the true God. Elijah told them to build an altar and put their sacrifices on it and pour water on it. The prophets of Baal were not to pour water on theirs but were to call down their God to send fire to burn their offerings. They did this but their God didn’t hear them. Then Elijah poured water over his sacrifice and around the altar and called down help from his God, and his God answered with a fire that burned the sacrifice and licked all the water. T.B. Lewis preached about two hours, telling the people that when Christ had a church on the earth, they had prophets and apostles. My father and mother were baptized in Virginia and later they both came to Manassa, Colorado

In the spring of 1878, I had a desire to cast my lot with the Latter-Day Saints among the Rocky Mountains.The morning I left my father’s house, there were 42 of my relatives that came in to bid me goodbye. Some of my brothers and sisters stopped all night with my mother and father. The next morning at the breakfast table, which was a long table, I began thinking that this would be the last time I would meet up with my relatives, especially my father and mother. I filled up so full that I couldn’t eat so I got up and left the table. Then the rest of them got up from the table and none of them ate their breakfast while I was there. Balford Owens, my nephew, was also to go with me to Salt Lake.

We started about ten o’clock and he said to me after we started, “Let’s look back.” I said “No.” I didn’t want to look back or turn back. A passage of scripture came to my mind where it reads something like this, “Whomsoever puts his shoulder to the plow do not look back.” I felt as if my nephew would turn back before we got to Salt Lake. After we started we traveled some thirty miles on horse back to a town named Grandy. From there we walked to Pikesville, Ky. At this place, we bought a little flat boat and sailed down the big Grandy River to Louisiana. Here we landed and went over into West Virginia and spent a few days with some of our relatives. While there, my nephew got homesick and wanted me to return to Virginia with him. He even cried like a child and said he felt as if he would never see any of his folks. When he found out I wouldn’t go with him, he wanted me to go back to Louise to help him get his ticket to go on the steamboat to Pikesville, Ky. I did so and saw him board the boat which was the last I saw of him. On May 5, I left Va. And got a steamboat to Louisa and sailed down the big Sandy River to Cincinnati and there I took a train to Salt Lake. I arrived in the

city on May 13, 1878. I stopped over night at the hotel named the White House. The next morning I made inquiry if they knew where my brother, W.L. Ball lived. I was told that he lived four blocks south and 5 blocks east of the hotel. After going to the above description, I found that my brother lived in a big two-story house. I knocked on the door and his mother-in-law answered it. I asked her if Wm. L. Ball lived there and she said “Yes, but he is not in. Are you the brother he is looking for?” I told her yes but not to tell him, that I wanted to see if he knew me. She said she would go and call him. I set my valise behind the door so he wouldn’t see it. He came and spoke to me politely and seated himself. We began talking and I could see that he didn’t know me. We talked on for a while and I said “William, I see you don’t know me.” He said, “Is that you Elihu? I’ll swan, what made you fool me?” He then told me to make his house my home. A copy of a letter received from my friend while in the city.

Elihu K. Ball Esq., Salt Lake CityDear and respected friend:

No doubt you will be surprised to receive a note from me. But, sir, I have had the privilege of reading both your letters, one from Omaha, Neb. And one from the city. I just returned from your kind father’s and will say here that they are all tolerable. Your letter, though short, gives great satisfaction to your relatives and friends also. I can fully appreciate every sentiment, line and word of your letter and your feelings when you made yourself known to your brother. Consequently, I feel no other apology is necessary for writing this note. Bramwell Owens returned safely a few days after leaving you. The machinery of this neighborhood runs much the same as when you left us. As John W. Ball writes to you today, no doubt he will give you the mournful tidings of the death of your brother-in-law, Patton Thompson, who died shortly after you left. Johnny will also tell you of the sickness in his own family so I remain silent on that subject. Dear friend Elihu, you are now safely in your present journey’s end. I hope soon to hear that your habitual gentlemanly conduct and good character is still with you. When you rest up and see all the sights in the city, the mountains and the valleys, that you find time to write to me as fully on the various points as possible and remember that I remain as ever your true and affectionate friend. Very respectfully, Joseph H. Rutroff

My mother also wrote a letter to William shortly after I arrived in the city. Among other things she said, “My it is hard to give up our children, especially Elihu. He was such a good son, he was beloved by all who knew him. There were 42 persons came to see him start.”

After stopping at the city for a while, I fell in with Jack-leg Mormons or “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” They showed the dark side of everything, would curse and swear and take the name of the Lord in vain. This made me doubtful whether the Mormons had the true doctrine of Christ. I attended several meetings—one in the Second Ward Sunday School. Bishop Samuel Peterson was the speaker. He spoke in regard to the Sectarian preachers and the gentile world. He very often in his remarks made mention of the gentiles. I thought he was giving me a pretty close rub as I was the only gentile in the house, so I got up and left the meeting. He noticed me going and sent an apology to me by my brother saying he did not notice me in the house and was not throwing his remarks at me. This reconciled my feelings. I then was persuaded to attend a priesthood meeting by my brother. Bishop Hunter was the speaker. He said he hoped he was talking to all Latter-Day Saints or that all were L.D.S. under the sound of his voice. This brought a passage of scripture to my mind where there was a marriage given to a King’s son. When the King came in to see the guests he saw there was a man which did not have on a wedding garment. I was not even a member of the church at this time and was not called upon by the Holy Priesthood. I felt as though I did not have on a wedding garment. I there and then set a resolution that I would join the church, that I would no longer look at the actions of men that their actions had nothing to do with the principals of the church. So on August 11, 1878, I was baptized by my brother, Wm. Ball and was confirmed same day by Bishop Peterson. I was ordained a deacon some time in August 1878. I remained in the city until Nov. 7, 1879 then I went to Ft. Harriman 20 miles south of the city. Taught a five month school. Commenced teaching south of S.L.C. Arrived in Springdale, Utah Aug. 28, 1879. While in Springdale, I stopped several months with E.F. Green. I was ordained an Elder Sept. 26, 1879, by E.F. Green.

Sometime in the latter part of September, I took chills and fever. I had a chill every other day until Oct. 21 at which time I called for the Elders to administer to me. I had been in bed all day with a burning hot fever. After I had been administered to the Elders left and the family went to their dinner in an adjoining room and left me alone, as I could not eat anything and had not eaten anything that day. While left to myself, I was meditating and thinking over the past. Thinking that I was far away from home, some 2,500 miles and among stranger with money and couldn’t work to earn anything. While I was in deep meditation I heard a voice say, “You will be healed from this very hour.” Almost as quick as lightening I felt a shock pass through my body. It penetrated my system from the crown of my head to the soles of my feet. After the shock, I felt as well as I ever did in my life. The fever left me.

I could not help shedding tears of joy and praised the Lord to myself when all at once Brother Green came running in the house and asked me what I wanted. I told him I did not want anything. He said he heard a voice calling him and he supposed it was me. I told him I had not spoken. I then related the circumstances to him and told him I felt as well as I ever did in my life. I then got up out of my bed and went in the dining and ate a hearty meal.

Sometime in the latter part of the winter of 1879 and the first of the year 1880, I left Springdale for Salt Lake City. I remained in the city and its surroundings until Oct. 25, 1880. I then left for Manassa, Conejos County, Colorado. I arrived in Manassa on Oct. 29, 1880. When I landed in the San Luis Valley, I only had ten dollars in cash. I went to Alamosa (about 25 miles north of Manassa) to seek employment. I lost a five dollar bill which left me only five. I did not succeed in getting work. I then returned and went about nine miles southwest to Antonito. There I got employment as fuel keeper on the D&RGW at $2.25 a day. While working at Antonito I was introduced to one Minta Ellen Kirtland, daughter of Bird J. and Mary A. Kirtland. I wooed and won her. I returned to Manassa Sept. 1, 1881. About July 10, I wrote to my intended bride asking her to be my wife. Of course she said yes. I will now copy a letter I wrote her after she accepted my offer of marriage.

La Jara, Colorado, Antonito, ColoradoJuly 17, 1881Dear Minta,Many thanks for your kind letter which I received Friday evening. I read your letter with the greatest of pleasure. I thank you also for accepting my offer of marriage. In my single state, there is always something wanting; my happiness in incomplete. I lack a loving heart to beat in unison with my own. In your affection, Minta, I have found consolation, and I hope and trust that our future career will be one of happiness. I feel it will be so for my feelings and affections are much too strong ever to wander from one that is so good and generous. I hope always to merit your unaffected regard. Minta, it is your privilege to name the day of marriage which I hope you will at an early date. Hoping that our mutual sympathies may continue while life lasts, I remain your affectionate lover, E.K. Ball

Copy of a letter asking Mrs. Kirtland for her daughter:Antonito, ColoradoJuly 16, 1881Mrs. Kirtland,

Your daughter Minta has accepted me. May I have her? My condition is somewhat humble at present, but I hope I will be able to provide for myself and a wife. As regards to my character and disposition, I trust they are sufficiently known to you to give you confidence in the prospect of your daughter’s happiness. Anxiously awaiting the result of your consideration on this subject,  I remain, respectfully. E.K. Ball

Copy of the answer to the above letter:Manassa, ColoradoJuly 18, 1881Mr. E.K. Ball, Antonito, ColoradoDear Sir:

Your note of the 16th has been received and the contents thereof noted and carefully considered, and I assure you to give my daughter to be the wife of any man is quite a serious matter with me. But as I know of nothing that would justify me in not granting your request, you have my consent. Hoping that the matter may prove to be good for the mutual welfare of both Minta and yourself. I am most respectfully, M.A. Kirtland

As I said before, I returned to Manassa the 1st of Sept. and was married Sept. 4, 1881 by WM. Ball. After we were married I built a little log cabin 16 by 18 feet. Did some fencing, put in a crop but raised very little grain. This caused me to vacate the ranch which I afterwards sold to Eli McIntyre. In the spring of 1883, we moved back to Manassa then I went to Summitville and stayed until the last of Sept. Then I again returned to Manassa. The 7th of Nov. 1883, I commenced working for D.E. Newcomb between the Alamosa and La Jara Creek. Worked for him until August 22, 1884.

The follow is a copy of a Recommend: August 22, 1884To whom it may concern: This is to certify that Elihu Ball has been employed by the La Jara Creamery and Live

StockAssoc. as foreman, and we found him as a faithful, honest and capable man…always willing to do his duty and needs no watching. Works just as well when his employer is absent was when he is with him.

I will here state that I have always taken a recommend with me from one branch of the church to another. After I left D.E. Newcomb, I returned to Manassa on Oct. 3, 1884. Myself, wife and two children, Alta and Elsie, started to Salt Lake City. We went from the city to the Logan Temple in the northern part of Utah. The 16th day of Oct. 1884, my wife and I got our endowments and were sealed to each other for time and all eternity by M.W. Merrill. At the same time, we had our two little children sealed to us. We returned home to Manassa toward the last of Oct. 1884. In the spring of 1885, I put in a crop at Manassa, the I went to the tie camp near Bighorn Mountain. Chopped and hauled ties the rest of the summer. I then

returned home and hauled wood and posts the most of the fall and winter of 1885. In the spring of 1886, I bought me a pony team and farmed the rest of the spring and summer. I was ordained one of the Seventy Elders of the Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-day Saints by Miels C. Heiselt, June 27, 1886.

While I remained in Manassa, I assisted the teachers in their labors. March 6, 1888, we moved on to James

McCarrol’s ranch about one mile north east of Conejos. We stopped in the ranch five years. March 7, 1891, I was appointed to preside over the Mountain View branch of the Manassa Ward Sept. 27, 1892, I was set apart to preside over the Mountain View Branch and also set apart as the Supt. Of the Mountain View Sunday School. March 2, 1895, I moved to Mtn. View. Feb. 7, 1894, I was elected president of School Boards District No. 28. Feb. 18, 1894, I was elected president of the directors of the northeastern ditch company. May 27, 1894, I was ordained and set apart as one of the Stake High Counselors by Apostle John Henry Smith. Feb. 16, 1896, I was ordained a patriarch in the San Luis Stake of Zion by Apostle Heber J. Grant.

We moved back to McCarrol’s ranch 1 mile N.E. of Conjos, Colo. On the morning of Nov. 14, 1897, we moved to a ranch which we purchased from the state about 3 miles south of La Jara. I still presided over the Mountain View Branch until 1896. At this time, the branch was divided. Two branches were made of the one, so I was requested by Samuel Jackson, Bp, to give the part where I lived a new name. The name Bountiful suggested itself to me. This name I put before the Brothers and Sisters for approval or rejection. It was unanimously agreed by all present to call the new branch Bountiful. Afterwards, we selected a new town site which we also called Bountiful. The presidency of the Stake, Alvert R. Smith, Etc. John Mayfield and myself made the selection of the new town site.

Shortly after this time I had a dream. I dreamed that Apostle Henry Smith, myself and others were sitting on a stage. When we were seated there, we saw the devil appear in the doorway. He began to peer forward into the door and looked at us. Apostle Smith rebuked him and as he did so, the devil glanced at the big double window that was on the other side of the room. He went over to the window that was on the other side of the room. He went to the window and went through it. I said to Apostle Smith “Isn’t it strange that the devil could go through the window without breaking it?” He said, “It isn’t very strange because the devil hasn’t any body and therefore doesn’t break the glass.”

John Mayfield, one of our neighbors lost his mind. He was very jealous of two other men, Will Hunnicutt and Billy Dotson because he imagined they would pay attention to his wife. One day he was sitting in the house and as he looked out of the window he saw a donkey and said, “There is Will Hunnicutt or Billy Dotson.” Someone who was in the room with him looked out of the window and saw only the donkey and said, “No, it isn’t either one.” John repeated, “Yes, it is. Just look at their ears.” Later John came to my house and brought some evil spirits with him. When he left, some of the spirits stayed in my house so I rebuked them and told them to go follow their master, which they did.

I was set apart by Albert R. Smith as presiding Elder of the Bountiful branch of the Manassa Ward and also Supt. of the Sunday School. I called upon Bro. Aaron S. Hawkins to assist me in teaching the families of Bountiful. Many times we visited a family and a man by the name of Henry H. Arther. Each time we brought up the subject of tithing, he would say he believed in tithing, but he wouldn’t pay any because they sent the money to Salt Lake where the authorities and their wives spent the money that was sent up there. We told him there was a sugar factory in Utah that belonged to the church and that enough money was made there to keep the men who were laboring among the people. He said if they would not send the money to Salt Lake but kept it in the Stake he would pay as much money as anyone. I then asked him if he paid fast offerings, because they were kept in the Stake. He said, “No, I haven’t paid any fast offerings.” On our way back, we felt quite blue because our teachings didn’t have any affect on him. It was just like pouring water on a duck’s back. I felt impressed to say to Brother Hawkins that the Lord could take the tithing from him if He wanted to and even more than the tithing by causing his stock to die. While he was putting in his crop of grain his stock began to die. Each horse died with a different kind of disease and some of his cows died also. That left him without any horses to farm with. We felt sorry for him then so each one of us loaned him a horse to finish putting in his crop. Our horses didn’t die and were returned to us in the fall of the year as well as when we loaned them to him. In the fall of the year, he told us that he had lost more than $566 worth of horses and cows. You can see that was more than the tithing.

One year when I lived there in Bountiful, I had sowed a lot of grain and it looked fairly well. There was not any fences in Bountiful to the foothills west. There was a band of horses running on the foothills. One day when I was down in the field working there came up a great hail storm. It commenced on the foothills west of where I was farming and was coming towards my ranch where I had my crop. It made a terrible noise and the band of horses came running towards my place. I called my family together and knelt down and prayed that the hail storm might divide and not come and ruin my crop. The storm did divide, part of it going to La Jara and part of it to Romeo, where it did great damage.

My father and mother came out to Manassa from Virginia. After they had lived there awhile, they went to Cheny, Kansas where they both died. Shortly after their death, I had a dream that my mother came to me dressed in white and said to me, “Elihu, the next time you go to the house of the Lord, or the Temple, I will be 87 and your father 93.” I thought

no more of the dream after that time, until on Sunday I attended a meeting in the Stake house in Manassa. Pres. Albert R. Smith called me up to the stand and said that he wanted to talk to me. He said, “Brother Ball, I want you to go to the conference which is to be held in a short time in Salt Lake City and represent the High Counsel of the Stake.”  I said to him, “Brother Smith, I don’t know whether or not I can get the money to go.” He said, “I want you to take your wife with you. You might want to do some work  in the Temple while you are gone.” When I went back home, I told my wife that Pres. Smith wanted us to go to Salt Lake to conference and I didn’t know whether or not I could get the money. She said, “Well we’ll go.” I said, “I will go down to La Jata and see if I could borrow the money at the bank.” On the way down, I thought of the dream I had where my mother had appeared to me in white and I counted up and found out that this year my mother would be 87 and father 93. I went to the bank and asked them if I could borrow a certain amount of money and they said, “Yes, you can get all you want.”  When I got home I asked my wife if she remembered the dream I had about my mother five years ago and she said, “yes, I thought of it while you were gone to La Jara.” I then told Brother Smith we could go. Pres. Smith then told me he wanted us to receive our second anointing while we were in the temple. We went to Salt Lake City and attended the conference in 1904.

Afterwards, we went to the Temple and did the work for my father and mother and got our blessings. When we returned home the next Sunday, we attended a meeting in Manassa and Pres. Smith called upon us to preach and we reported our labors while at conference and in the Temple. My wife talked for half and hour, and Rob Haynie said it was the best sermon he had ever heard a woman preach. When I got up to talk I was feeling good, and I told about the dream I had had about my mother and how it was just five years after the dream that Pres. Smith called up to go to Salt Lake. Pres. Smith then got up and said he didn’t know anything about the dream but felt impressed to call upon me to go. I am now 81 years old the 19th of Sept. 1934 and my wife will be 71 on Nov. 12, 1934. Feb. 16, 1895, I was ordained a Patriarch in the San Luis Stake of Zion by Apostle Heber J. Grant.

Up until this date, July 26, 1934, I have given 1,125 Patriarchal Blessings. While giving a blessing to Wm. Christensen’s son, Martin Christensen in the year of 1899, I was left to myself and the spirit withdrew from me and it was just like a white sheet of paper was dropped before my eyes and I couldn’t utter another word. I took my hands off from his head and said I didn’t know what was wrong. There is something the matter with either you or I. I don’t know which. I can’t go ahead with the blessing. I suggested that we then kneel down and pray. His brother, Erastus, was acting as scribe. I asked him to lead in prayer. After we got up I felt at liberty to go ahead and continue the blessing. I laid my hands upon his head and the blessing came free. When I got though I said, “There was something the matter with one of us. I don’t know which.” He said, “It was with me. Just as you got where you couldn’t go any further I was thinking and wondering whether you were guided by the spirit of the Lord or whether you were just making up a little recitation of your own. That is the greatest testimony I have ever received.” When his brother, Erastus, was delivering a sermon, afterwards, he told of the circumstances of the Patriarch giving his brother a blessing and that he couldn’t continue giving the blessing until we knelt down and prayed, and what surprised him evermore was the fact that the Patriarch commenced in the middle of the sentence where he left off and finished giving the blessing.

In the year 1884, Andy and George Dougherty and I worked for Dan Newcomb. George Dougherty married my niece. Andy had a premonition that he wouldn’t live long. We were working on top of a large barn and he was afraid he would fall off and kill himself. He was bitter against the Mormons. One Sunday morning I told George and Andy that I was going to Manassa to meeting and Andy said, “I’ll go with you.” There was a Mormon girl by the name of Laurie Daniels who was working for Newcombs at the same time. She asked if she could go along too. We told her yes. A little later George asked if he could go along and we told him yes. We hitched some horses up to a double rig. They were none too gentle. When we got ready to start Mrs. Newcomb said to Andy, who was a good shot, to take his gun along and their dog, who was not good [very ill], to the brushland and shoot him. We started with George and I in the front seat and Andy and Laurie in the back. Andy took his Winchester with him and then called the old dog. On the way, Andy said, “When I die I’m going to be Bishop of dog heaven.” And again, cold chills ran down my back. When we got down to the brushland, Andy said, “Here’s the place to kill the dog.” He got out of the buggy and the dog was about 25 yards away, he shot but missed the dog. The dog ran on a little way and Andy shot again and missed. The dog went on farther and he shot the third time but only glazed the top of the dog’s back. The dog was too far, so he came back to the buggy and started to shove the gun under the back seat. The lock caught on the back ingate causing the gun to go off and shoot him in the chest. George said, “Lord, have mercy, my brother has shot himself.” He threw the lines down and jumped over the back seat, knocking Laurie and the seat over. I grabbed the lines as the horses started up. They ran down the road about 200 yards before I could get them stopped. I turned the horses around to where Andy lay with George over him crying and taking on. I gave the lines to Laurie and told her to hold the horses until I got out and saw where Andy was shot. I pulled George up and told him we had to see where Andy was shot. I saw Andy’s overcoat was on fire so I unbuttoned it and his shirt. I saw that the bullet had gone in about one inch below the left nipple and came out at his back, right at the cross of his suspenders. I said to George, “He is shot in a bad place. We’ve got to get him back to Newcomb’s and to a doctor at once.” Andy only spoke three or four words after he was shot. He said, “Oh, what will my poor mother say when she hears of this. It’s dark, it’s dark, it’s dark.” I wondered at the time if he meant the future was dark or that death coming on him made it seem dark. We put him in the buggy and drove

back to Ed Newcombs which was nearer than Dan Newcombs. We sent a runner for the doctor, but Andy was dead before the doctor arrived. My sister was working for Ed Newcombs and when the accident occurred a man came there and said, “How did Andy get killed?” Ed said, “Why, he shot himself.” The man said, “I doubt it very much. This thing has to be investigated.” Ed said, “Oh its so, I guess because Andy’s brother was along also.” The man replied, “Well that settles it then.” I never did believe in convicting a man on circumstantial evidence. I felt impressed that this was a judgment sent on Andy because of the remarks he made about being Bishop and going to dog heaven when he died. We buried him at Dan Newcombs. George asked me to preach at his funeral, and I called upon the people of the settlement who were non-Mormons to sing, and I preached a short sermon.

I went to Platora to cut some cord wood for the mining camp to help support my family, and one day, when I went to the Post Office, a letter was handed to me, and I immediately felt by the spirit that something was wrong at home, that some of them were sick. It said my oldest daughter was sick with pneumonia. My wife didn’t say she would send for me, but I felt impressed that she would do so. Brother Leroy Martin was hauling the posts I was cutting, and I told him to keep a sharp look out for a grey horse and buggy that some was coming for me. Brother Martin and I were doing our own cooking and the buggy didn’t appear in daylight, but as soon as nightfall came, and we were seated at the supper table, I heard the horse and buggy coming. I said to Brother Martin, “There they come now.” Carson Kidd was driving the horse, and he said that Alta (my daughter) was very low and my wife wanted me to come home, and that he would stay and work in my place. There was no moon and it was very dark and a fearful snow storm had set in. I would have to go through a large woodland, and I didn’t think I would find my way, but I prepared to start by daybreak. There had fallen during the night about a foot of new snow on the old. I had faith enough to believe that if I could get home before Alta died and I could administer to her, her life would be spared. I drove in great haste and reached home and found her very bad indeed. I administered to her and she seemed to be relieved at once and was speedily restored to health and strength. I have always believed in following the impression of the spirit and have always believed in dreams.

While in Platora working, one evening just before supper, Bro. Martin came in and told me that he had lost ten dollars somewhere on the streets of Platora, and he asked me to kneel down and pray that whoever found the money might be led to return the same to him. My first thought was that this was a little thing to pray about, but when I looked at Brother Martin (here was a one-armed man) and he had a large family to support, my heart went out in sympathy to him. I told him I would and he asked me to lead in prayer and I did. I asked the Lord that whosoever found the ten dollars would be led to make inquiry as to who had lost the money, and that it would be returned to Brother Martin. When we got up from prayer, we went ahead to get our supper. While we were getting our supper, a knock came at our door and when I opened it, a man was standing there and he asked me if either one of us had lost any money. I told him yes, that Bro. Martin had lost ten dollars. He then said, “Here it is, I picked it up on the street.” This man’s name was John Lanston. He was rather a wicked man, but he was honest.

One time I had decided to go into the mountains and take two teams to get a couple of loads of wood and was going to take my son James (just then in his teens) to drive one team for me. The night before I started, I dreamed the team that James was to drive ran away and the neck yoke came loose from the tongue of the wagon and the wagon went down the hill so fast that the tongue ran under a stump, and I had to hitch my team on the back of the other wagon to pull it out. The next morning, I was so impressed with the dream that I thought it was a warning not to take my boy with me in fear he would come to some harm. I hired a man to go with me in his place. On the road to the mountains, I stopped and told a man by the name of Roy Bernhardt about my dream, and he said, “Hell, that will never happen.” After getting up on the mountain and starting back with a load of wood, the neck yoke of the wagon that this other man was driving gave way and the team began to run and the wagon tongue ran under a large stump, and we had to hook onto the rear of the wagon to pull the tongue from under the huge stump, just as I had dreamed it.

On another occasion, I went up in the pinion hills to haul a load of wood all alone and after driving up a rocky dugway and on top of the hill where I loaded, I had an impression that something was going wrong with me or my team and wagon, but I couldn’t figure out what it was. After I loaded and started back down the dugway, the wagon wheel broke down. It completely broke the spokes and fellies out of the wheel. I went back to find the wagon tire which was three hundred yards back. I back-tracked the wagon and found the tire, and if I had heeded the impression, I would have been saved of the break down.

At another time, Alezander B. Kidd and I went up to the high mountains to get us each a load of wood. We stopped our teams and loads of wood up on top of a high hill that we had to go down, and before starting down (my team was in the lead), I noticed that Brother Kidd had a short brake beam on his wagon and a rope tied to the top of the beam. I suggested to him that he cut a longer brake beam before leaving the top of the hill, for I knew the rope would pull off the top of the beam when he got to the steep of the hill. One of his horses was a bronco.  He said that would be alright the way it was and would not consent to cut a new beam. I told him if he wouldn’t do as I suggested, he would have to go down the hill first, but he would not do this on account of the bronco he was driving. I told him then to wait until I got half way down the hill before he started, or he would run into my wagon, and I felt we would have a serious accident. Just as he got to the steep of the hill, the rope slipped off the beam and turned the wagon loose, and he came down the road helter-skelter right towards

me. I thought if I could get past the turn in the road that he wouldn’t hit my wagon, but would hit a large log by the side of the road instead. As he was coming down the road at a very fast rate of speed calling with every breath, “Oh, Brother Ball, Oh, Brother Ball.” I gave my horses the word to go and somewhat released my brake and went quite fast down the rest of the hill until I passed the turn in safety. As he got to the turn of the road the horses didn’t take it but went over this big log and fell down. He had a very difficult time in getting the horses loose as the harness had tightened so. We finally had to cut some of the harness to loosen them and hook on to the rear of the wagon to pull it on to the road again. If he had heeded my impression this trouble would have been saved.

My two sons, James and Fred, had each taken up a homestead near Mesa Mountain in the year of 1916. Fred was camping at one of the cabins and I was at the other. During the night, there came up a large snowstorm and the snow was drifting very badly. It was understood that Fred should come over to my cabin early the next morning. I felt impressed that he would get lost among the timbers as it was very dense and he had to pass through the pinion and cedar groves. I thought that I had better go and try to find him. I went up in the timber quite a ways and called for him. He had started to the cabin where I was and had gotten lost and was way off in the timbers. He heard my voice and came towards it and it saved any further trouble.

We located at a place that we afterwards called Mountain View. The people in that locality decided to build a school house. I was elected to the board of directors. We let a contract to a man by the name of Baker to build a lumber school house for seven hundred dollars. The lumber was hauled on the location where the house was to be built, and Baker went to work building the same. He had put up the frame and the weather-boarding of the house and had put on a shingle roof and was building the flue. At this time, Burnhart and I went to inspect his work, we hadn’t been there previous to that time. When we got about two hundred yards from the house where he was at work, I felt impressed that the flue would fall down, and I said to Burnhart, “What if the chimney should fall down and kill the teacher or some of the pupils?” He said, “Oh hell, that would never happen. Baker has built too many houses not to brace the flue well enough so it would not fall down.” The chimney was just out of the roof of the house at this time. We hadn’t gone one hundred yards when we heard the crash and saw the dust rising up and Burnhart said, “Well, I’ll be damned, there it goes now.” The brick fell and broke the tip joints and floor joints right where the teacher would have had to sit. Burnhart didn’t belong to the church and that was a great surprise to him.

One time when my wife and I were milking, when we were living on the McCarrol ranch and our team that we farmed with was right close to the lot where we kept our milk cows. This happened about sundown. We saw both of the horses there when we went to the house. Just after dark, one of the horses came up close to the house neighing, and we wondered what was the matter with the other horse. I started out to hunt him. The fence was around one hundred and sixty acres of land. When I started out, it was after dark. I went all over the hundred and sixty acres in every direction, and I couldn’t find the missing horse anywhere. This was a very dark night. No moon shining, and I thought after looking around a long time that I would have to give it up and go back to the house. I started back and had to go through the potato patch. When I was completely given up finding him, I heard a voice say, “Go north.” I turned and went thirty steps (and saw) that there lay the horse. He had been rolling and had turned over between two potato rows, his back down so he couldn’t get a good foot hold. I took a rope and tied to his feet and turned him over and he got up, and it saved his life.

41. Cinthia Caroline[3] Ball (also Cynthia) (Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1859 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Aug 1907.

She married James H. Logsdon 17 May 1888. Born Jan 1848 in Kentucky. Died 9 Nov 1904. Children:

i. LeRoy[4]. Born 6 Feb 1889 in Garden Plain, Sedgewick Co., Kan. He married Sarah Catherine Miller 8 Mar 1916.

ii. Mary E. Born 10 Apr 1890 in Garden Plain. She married Richard Adams 29 Jul 1912.iii. Keturah K. Born Sep 1891 in Garden Plain. She married Herman L. Arganbright 20 Feb 1914.iv. James B. Born 27 May 1893 in Garden Plain. He married Lillian Treanary Feb 1960.v. Joseph S. Born 14 Feb 1895 in Nash, Grant Co., Okla. Died Sep 1961. He married Lydia

Waterbury 25 Dec 1919.vi. Hazel. Born 16 Aug 1899 in Nash. Died Sep 1901.vii. Rosa Mae. Born 27 May 1900 in Nash. She married Vernon Ira Cummings 30 Jan 1920.viii. Myrtle. Born 11 Jun 1902 in Nash.

Fourth Generation

2.vi.i. John[4] Hobbs (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1854 in Buchanan Co., Va. He and his family were enumerated as household #139 in the 1880 Russell Co., Va., census.

He married Sarah J. Unknown ca. 1872 in Russell County. Children:

i. Nancy J.[5] Born 1873. ii. Louisa C. Born 1875. iii. Annette. Born 1876. iv. Eli. Born 1878 in Russell County. Died ca. 1901 in Fayette Co., W.Va. He married Annie B.

Arrington 6 Apr 1898 in Fayette County. They were enumerated there during the 1900 census. Eli was a coal miner and may have been killed in the mines. Annie remarried several years after his death.

v. Charles W. Born 1880.

2.vi.ii. Eli[4] Hobbs (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1856 in Buchanan Co., Va. The 1880 Russell County census enumerated him living at the family home in Russell County. He relocated to Lincoln Co., W.Va., possibly ca. 1882. Died after 1910 in Yawkey, Lincoln County.

He married Martha Bird ca. 1890 in Putnam Co., W.Va. They were enumerated in the 1900 Putnam County census. Children:

i. William or Wilbert[5]. Born 1892.

2.vi.iii. Samuel[4] Hobbs (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1858 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died before 1930 in Fayette Co., W.Va. He was a big man, 6 ft., 6-inches tall and nearly 300 lbs. He was a coal miner. No marriage or death record has been found for him. The 1880 Russell Co, Va., census enumerated him at the family home in Russell County. He relocated to Lincoln Co., W.Va., possibly ca. 1882, about the same time as his brother Eli. He and his family were enumerated in Fayette County during the 1900 census.

He married Mary Unknown ca. 1886 in Fayette County. Born 1867 in Ohio. Children:

i. Annie[5]. Born 1887.ii. Lydia. Born 1891.iii. Susie. Born 1893.iv. Arvil. Born 1897.

2.vi.iv. Louisa[4] Hobbs (called Liza) (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1862 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died after 1900 in Kanawha or Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married Unknown Ball in Russell Co., Va., or Lincoln Co., W.Va. A grandson said the given name was John or Charlie. The 1880 Russell County census showed Louisa, age 20, living with her parents in household #147. A Charles W. Ball, age 17, lived in household #152 with his widowed mother, Mary J. Ball, and a sister. Most likely Louisa married Charles W. The marriage was performed by her brother-in-law, the Reverend Hall. Children (there were several sons, only one of whom was reported):

2.vi.iv. i. William Jasper[5]. Born 12 Feb 1885.

2.vi.v. Rosina[4] Hobbs (called Rosie) (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1863 in Russell Co., Va. Died after 1916 probably in Boone or Lincoln Co., W.Va. She was shown in a family photograph taken in 1916.

She married the Rev. Columbus V.L. Hall (called Lum), son of William Hall and Elizabeth Tully, ca. 1890 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Born 5 Jun 1855 in Kanawha Co., W.Va. He previously married Sarah A. Pauley, daughter of Preston Pauley and Mary Hill, and had three children in that marriage, Louetta, b. 1876; Mary Elizabeth, b. 1878; and Nancy M.J., b. 17 Apr 1883. Rosie and Lum were enumerated in the 1900 census in Washington District, Lincoln County. Living in the household was a nephew, 17-year-old William Hobbs, who may have been a son of Rosie’s brothers Eli or Samuel. Children:

i. Elsie[5]. Born 1891. She married John Sigmon.ii. Annie. Born 1892. She married Corbet Hale.iii. Carrie. Born 1894 in Lincoln County. Died 1904 in Lincoln County.

2.vi.v. iv. John Shelva. Born 1895.v. James McKinley. Born 1897 in Lincoln County. Died 26 Jan 1920 in Lincoln County.vi. Maud Hazel. Born 1899. She married Jim Carr.

2.vi.vi. George Henry[4] Hobbs (Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Mar 1865 in Russell Co., Va. Died 19 Dec 1934 in Boomer, Fayette Co., W.Va. Buried in Ward Cem., Cedar Grove, Fayette County. He moved to West Virginia ca. 1882. He and his family were enumerated in the 1900 Boone Co., W.Va., census. They later moved to Fayette County. A descendant, Barbara Hobbs Boyce, reported that in 1998 most of their descendants lived in Fayette County.

He married Martha Bays, daughter of John Bays and Sarah Ann Bays, 1884 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. (John Bays was from Maryland. Sarah Ann Bays, daughter of William Henry Bays and Mary Ann Eads, was from Surry Co., N.C.) Born Mar 1865 in Lincoln County. Died ca. 1930 in Fayette County. Buried in Ward Cem., Cedar Grove, Fayette County. Children:

i. Lula[5]. Born Dec 1884 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died ca. 1903 in West Virginia.2.vi.vi. ii. Otis. Born Dec 1886.

iii. Samuel. Born and died ca. 1888 in Lincoln County.2.vi.vi. iv. Mandie Maude. Born Sep 1889.2.vi.vi. v. Carrie. Born 9 Dec 1890. 2.vi.vi. vi. Odor Henry. Born 8 Aug 1892. 2.vi.vi. vii. Myrtle. Born Apr (also reported as 8 Nov) 1894.

viii. Gertrude Elizabeth. Born 1895. She was blind at birth. 2.vi.vi. ix. Dennie Dosha. Born Jan 1897.2.vi.vi. x. Pearl Tennessee (called Pearlie). Born Dec 1898. 2.vi.vi. xi. James Tolliver. Born Mar 1900. 2.vi.vi. xii. June Dorthea Virginia. Born 1903.

4.vi.i. Sarah[4] Ball (called Sallie) (Cosby[3], Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Possibly born in Wythe Co., Va.She married Robert L. Browning, son of Charles Browning and Nancy Ellis, 15 Nov 1891 in Logan Co., W.Va. The

ceremony was performed by Van Price. Children:

i. Asa[5]. Born 1894.4.vi.i. ii. William Riley. Born 24 Aug 1894.

iii. Polly.iv. Rena.v. John L.vi. Nancy.vii. Evan.viii. Hubert.

4.xi.i. Patsy Catherin[4] McGlothlin (Mary[3], Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Oct 1883 in Russell Co., Va. Died 16 May 1949 in Virginia. Buried in McGlothlin Cem., Fletcher’s Ridge, Buchanan Co., Va.

She married William Lincous Ray, son of Robert Elisha Ray and Sara Angeline Hubbard, 7 Mar 1903 in Buchanan Co., Va. Born 10 Feb 1883 in Russell County. Died 3 Apr 1936 (also reported as 1986) in Vansant, Buchanan County. Children:

i. Samuel[5]. He married Hattie Boyd.ii. Flossie.iii. Hunter.iv. Luther.v. Estil.vi. Goldie.vii. Narcy.

4.xi.i. viii. Bascom NMN. Born 9 Nov 1915 in Garden, Buchanan County.

Patsy’s Granddaughter Alma Sue Ray wrote a paper about her in 2010: Patsy Catherin McGlothlin and Life Around Her

My grandmother, Patsy, is described by those who loved her as a strong, decisive, hard-working woman. According to Flossie (daughter) her momma kept the kids busy on the farm. Patsy would hold them accountable. Sometimes, she would

tell her husband, Lincous Ray, then he applied the punishment which was required infrequently. The girls prepared all meals and worked in the fields hoeing corn, vegetables, collecting hay, tending the cattle or hogs, helping prepare for the mill to grind corn, wheat, or oats. They used these grindings for both animal and human food. Corn bread was a staple food. The boys worked on the farm, providing the food for year round use. The children usually went to school through third grade, then quit school to farm.

Hunter married and moved to his own home in the 1930s. Patsy’s eldest son, Samuel, went to seventh grade and did home study courses on scientific topics. He became an expert on electricity and later named his first son, Tesla, after the Russian scientist and inventor, Nikola Tesla. Bascom became a coal miner, as did Luther and Estil before he went to war. Coal was a necessity to run factories for war materials.

Patsy and Lincous bought land from her brother, Tim, on Fletcher’s Ridge in Buchanan Co., Va., to begin their farm. They continued buying land from the McFaddens and others. The land was rocky and made farming rough. Rock walls became helpful to remove the stones and to keep the cattle within the walls. When Lincous was threshing wheat, there would be a volunteer work force which was fed by the girls. Farmers traded days of work and bartered for milling and threshing services. Not much money passed hands.

My memory of Patsy is of a slender, small-boned, weak-spirited person in her bed. Her hair was balled up in back or spread out on her pillow. She slept in the front room and all visited her there. She would cough and spit which was sad to me as a small girl. Her strong facial features and cheek bones were topped with her salt & pepper hair. Dark sun-tanned skin on her face, long arms and legs were symbols of her lifetime of helping on the farm. I saw her as weak-kneed and suffering in her bed with lung disease. Her home-made quilts covered her frail body. They had a smell of her body, telling me that everyone has their own odor. I could smell her later, there.

In her youth she had attracted Lincous Ray as a husband. He was strong-muscled, even-tempered and a hard worker from daylight to dark. When the farmers had a labor-exchange day with eight or ten extra “hands” (people) for lunch, Patsy and daughters Goldie, Narcy, and Flossie cooked for the farm hands. After the daughters married and left home, Maxie Fletcher Ray and Hattie Boyd Ray, the two daughters-in-law, would cook during the 1940s. Patsy was unable to help, but she gave directions from her bed. The wood-burning cook stove sat along the back wall in the kitchen and could hold eight or ten large pots on the top, plus the oven. Over the stove was the warming closet to keep foods warm. On the end of the stove was a built-in water heating tank. It probably held about ten gallons of water. This hot water helped give the food a jump-start on cooking. A coffee pot with the grounds on the bottom of the pot sat on the back of the stove. Milk and dairy products were kept in a dairy whieh was usually built back into the ground over a small, running stream which kept foods cool. There was a ten minute walk from the kichen to the dairy.

Maxie had set the table once and did not find enough forks for each person. Patsy said, “Oh, Maxie set the table and that is why there are not enough forks.” Maxie said they did not have enough forks, and put a spoon at the vacant place. Maxie still remembered this bit of flung guilt or inadequacy 70 years later.

The porch ran along the front of the house and was the gathering place for all “hands” during dinner. H.V. Kaltenborn, radio newscaster, came on the radio at noon. The progress of World War II, both Pacific and Atlantic, demanded everyone’s attention. Each move of Roosevelt, Churchill, Tojo, Tito, Hitler, etc., was discussed around the group. Later, Patsy and Lincous’ son, Estil, served and was wounded in France with the U.S. Army. A New Testament saved his life.

After dinner, everyone found a place to stretch out and take a nap. This European custom came naturally to this Elizabethan-English speaking group. They “fetched” the tools for the afternoon and said, “By grab,” when amazed with an event. They “deciphered” footage for fencing and estimated the probable “receipts” from the sale of cattle or wool from the sheep. In the afternoon, the farmers, with two teams of horsepower, moved hay from field to stacks. One team was a mule team owned by Luther Fletcher. The plodding of the mules and their never-give-up approach to work fit Luther’s style of farming. The sleds scooted along the dirt and gravel road wearing the wooden runners down smooth. The hay was cut with a hand scythe swept quickly with a swing from right to left. The hay dried and was gathered up with pitchforks and placed on the hay sled. The sled pulled by horses was swept away to a pole placed in the ground as an anchor for the haystack. Hay was pitched up, tramped down, and straws aimed from top-center down so that the water drained off it when it rained. It kept it fresh and prevented rotting.

The house work was routine: breakfast, dinner, and supper. These French names designated the meals scheduled each day. Other French language references were the names we called our grandparents. Mimi (Mymee) was the name we called Patsy which is similar to Mimi (Meme) which the French call their grandmother. PiPi was our name for Lincous, our grandfather, which is our version of the French for grandfather. We do not know how we spoke this and other French words. Many of the Jacobean English words in our grandparents’ vocabulary were rare.

In other studies, our heritage goes back to the Yorkshire, England area which was inhabited by French people. The people went back and forth across the English Channel, especially when the Vikings inhabited both areas.

Patsy died in 1949 with lung disease. The doctors thought she had tuberculosis; however, Flossie (her daughter) thought that her mother fell, hitting and breaking a couple of her ribs, consequently puncturing her lung. This left her with

fluid collecting which never dissipated. Patsy died in the hospital in Richlands, Va. The doctor said, “You have waited too long to bring her to us. She is a dying woman.” She had been sick for years.

The funeral was a soulful occasion. The open casket made me sad and shaken by her death. We have photos of her wake and funeral. Neighbors, friends, and family came to grieve with us. She was buried in the McGlothlin Cem., near the old Jacob McGlothlin home. King McGlothlin and Agnes lived there then. Lincous, her husband, was buried there, too, in 1986. Sons Estil and Luther are buried there. The Virginia Mountaineer newspaper is printing a series, “Cemeteries of Buchanan Co., Va.” They have done an article on this McGlothlin Cem.—Fletcher’s Ridge.

6.i.i. Minerva[4] McGlothlin (William[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born Mar 1857 in (West) Virginia. In the 1880 census she and her family were enumerated 24 Jun 1880 in dwelling #212, Smithfield District, Roane Co., W.Va.: Monroe, Christian, 25, farmer, b. in Va., father and mother b. in Va.; Minervy, 23, housekeeper, b. in Va., father and mother b. in Va.; Walter, 9, b. in W.Va., father and mother b. in Va.; McGlothlin, Nancy, 45, housekeeper, widow, b. in W.Va., father and mother b. in Va. In the 1900 census, they were in dwelling #136: Monroe, Christian, head of household, b. Oct 1854, 45 years old, married 25 years; Minerva, wife, b. Mar 1857, 43, m. 25 years, mother of 10 children, seven living; Harvie A., son, 16, b. Jun 1883 in W.Va.; Lyman R., son, 14, b. Jun 1885 in W.Va.; Rex R., son, 13, b. Nov 1886 in W.Va.; Clarence, son, 10, b. Feb 1890 in W.Va.; Adie V., daughter, 9, b. Feb 1891 in W.Va.; Tampie(?), daughter, 5, born Apr 1895 in W.Va.; McGlothlin, Nancy, mother-in-law, 66, b. Mar 1834 in W.Va.

She married Christian Monroe 1875. Born Oct 1854 in Virginia. Children:

i. Walter[5]. Born 1871 in West Virginia. His parents are not fully established. Minerva was 18 when she married Christian in 1875; Christian was 21. Walter was nine in the 1880

census, too old to have been Minerva’s son, but he may have been a son of Christian in a prior marriage or relationship. The 1900 census listed Minerva as the mother of ten, seven living. There is no telling whether she considered Walter her own, but most likely she did.

ii. Unknown.iii. Unknown.iv. Unknown.

6.1.1. v. Harvey Albert. Born Jun 1883 in West Virginia.vi. Lyman R. Born Jun 1885 in West Virginia.vii. Rex R. Born Nov 1886 in West Virginia.viii. Clarence. Born Feb 1890 in West Virginia.ix. Adie V. Born Feb 1891 in West Virginia.x. Tampie(?) Born Apr 1895 in West Virginia.

6.iii.i. Frances F.[4] Salyers (Mary[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 1865 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died in Roane County.She married Elijah Lyge Igo, son of Harvey Igo and Sarah Rogers, 30 Nov 1882 in Roane County. Born Dec 1862

in Roane County. Died in Roane County. Children:

6.iii.i. i. Bertha Cathern[5]. Born 20 Dec 1883 in Roane County.

6.iv.v. Anderson Caleb[4] McGlothlin (James Harvey[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). He married Unknown. Children:

6.iv.v. i. James Claude[5].ii. Harvey Clay.iii. Opal.

6.vii.ii. William Henderson[4] Hunt (Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Oct 1861. Died 7 Mar 1931. Buried in Hunt Farm Cem., Trace Fork, Geary District, near Newton, Roane Co., W.Va.

He married Artensie T. Cottrell, daughter of William Eldridge Cottrell and Deborah Nicholas, 4 Apr 1881 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Born 22 Feb 1864. Census records indicate she was born in Ohio, but Calhoun Marriages 1856-1927, p. 35, and the family say that she was born in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 19 Mar 1934. Buried in Hunt Farm Cem.. Children:

6.vii.ii. i. George Henry[5]. Born 16 Jan 1883 in Calhoun Co., W.Va.ii. Mary A. Born 15 Nov 1883 in Calhoun County.

6.vii.ii. iii. Mary Ester. Born 11 Jun 1884 in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. iv. Martha C. Born 2 Feb 1887 in Calhoun County.

v. John Henry. Born 10 Jan 1888 in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. vi. John Eldridge. Born 18 Feb 1888 (date is too close to preceding reported birth but the problem is

not known) in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. vii. Carey Everett. Born 4 Feb 1889 in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. viii. Lydia E. Born 9 Nov 1891 in Calhoun County.

ix. Luverna. Born 11 Mar 1893 in Calhoun County.x. Clark J. Born 4 Oct 1894 in Calhoun County. Died 5 Sep 1895.

6.vii.ii. xi. Albert Lawrence. Born 20 Jan 1896 in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. xii. Edward D. Born 3 Apr 1899 in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. xiii. Donna. Born in Calhoun County.6.vii.ii. xiv. Roy Beverly. Born 3 Aug 1904 in Calhoun County.

6.xi.viii. Mary[4] Epling (Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). She married Unknown Vineyard. Children:

i. Olive[5].

6.xi.ix. Carrie E.[4] Epling (Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jun 1891 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 28 Jul 1945 in Akron, Ohio. Buried in Akron.

She married Walter R. Monroe, son of Shadrach Ferrell and Salana Bradley, 4 Mar 1910 in Roane County. Born 23 Aug 1889 in Looneyville, W.Va. Died 31 Aug 1957 in Akron. Buried in Akron. Children:

6.xi.ix. i. Mollie[5]. Born 29 Oct 1911.6.xi.ix. ii. Harlan. Born 1913.

iii. Marvin. Born 1915 in Roane County. Died 1945.6.xi.ix. iv. Laco. Born 1 Nov 1916.

v. Mary. Born 1919 in Roane County. Died 1944.6.xi.ix. vi. Garvin. Born 2 Jan 1921.

vii. Harold. Born 1923 in Roane County. Died 1964 in South Carolina.

8.i. Martin W.[4] Honaker (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Mar 1843 in Russell Co., Va. Died 31 Oct 1917 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Culloden Cem.. He was medically discharged from the Union Army due to epilepsy. His second wife Nellie Griffith (her maiden surname,) was enumerated with their then-two children in the 1870 Grayson P.O., Carter Co., Ky census, and with their then-three children in the 1880 Lincoln Co., W.Va. census. Nellie and their eldest daughter Mary were enumerated in the 1900 and 1910 Grant District, Cabell Co., W.Va., censuses. The 1920 Grand District census enumerated Nellie still in Cabell County, but Mary in Monitor District, Logan Co., W.Va.

He served briefly during the Civil War, enrolling in the Union Army 10 Nov 1861 at Louisa, Lawrence Co., Ky., with Capt. John Power for a period of three years and mustering in 10 Dec 1861 at Camp Wallace, Lawrence County. He appeared on a Jan/Feb 1862 muster roll, but the Mar/Apr 1862 muster roll indicated that he was “At home sick in Magoffin Co., Ky.” The May/Jun 1862 muster roll indicated that he was “On furlough awaiting discharge in Magoffin Co., Ky.” The Jul/Aug 1862 muster roll indicated he was “Discharged Apr 1862.” His name appears on a company muster out roll at Louisa in 1865, “Recruit turned over to the commanding officer of the post of Louisa, Ky., on 30 Jan 1865. The 15 Sep 1865 muster out roll indicates he was paid $75.25, “Remarks: Recruit $4.02 stoppage for ordnance.” A letter from the War Department, adjutant’s office, Washington, D.C., 18 Jun 1867, “Discharged on Surgeon’s Certificate of Disability April 1862.” The letter gave the soldier’s description as 5 ft. 9-in., fair complexion, blue eyes, light hair, farmer at time of enlistment. “During the last two months said soldier has been unfit for duty 60 days. The said soldier has been unfit for duty for sixty days cursed by fits.” Station: Camp Buell, Ky., 15 Mar 1862, “I certify that I carefully examined the said Martin Honaker of Captain Powers Company and find him incapable of performing the duties of a soldier because of epilepsy. He was not affected with the disease until he enlisted in the service since a small boy but the [illegible] since the excitement of a late engagement has caused it to return. Since he is of no account to us here whereby my opinion will never be able to perform the duties of a soldier. Discharged this first day of April 1862 at Camp Buell.

He married, first, Rebecca Bailey, daughter of Alfred Bailey and Margaret Adams, 1861 in Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 16 Nov 1862 in Magoffin County. Children:

i. Unknown daughter[5]. She married Unknown McKinney.8.i. ii. James Preston. Born Nov 1863 in Magoffin County.

He married, second, Nellie Griffith 23 Feb 1865, probably in Magoffin County. Born 14 Feb 1843 in Magoffin County. Died 1 Oct 1925 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Culloden Cem..

Children:

8.i. iii. Mary Isabelle. Born 27 Sep 1865 in Kentucky. iv. Rebecca C. Born ca. 1868 in Kentucky.v. Georgia Ann. Born ca. 1873 in Kentucky. She was enumerated in the 1880 Lincoln Co., W.Va.,

census, but not thereafter with this family.

8.iii. James Fulton[4] Honaker (called Fulton) (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Jul 1848 in Russell Co., Va. Died after 1900. He lived in Magoffin Co., Ky. He was enumerated with his parents in the 1850 Russell Co., Va., census and the 1860 Licking Station District, Magoffin Co., Ky., census. There are two points of confusion involving James Fulton and his brother Benjamin Fulton. The first is that they shared a middle name, which contributes to the second point of confusion, James Fulton’s three reported children, which are conspicuously like three of his brother’s reported children. In our opinion, the three are actually his brother’s children, but at this writing we have inadequate proof.

He married Luvena Unknown. Born Aug 1870 in Ohio. Died after 1900. Children:

i. Levi H.[5] Born Jan 1889 in West Virginia.ii. Henry F. Born 17 Feb 1892 in West Virginia. Died 30 Dec 1908. Buried in Culloden [W.Va.]

Cem..iii. Edgar V. Born Oct 1894 in West Virginia.

8.iv. Nancy Jane[4] Honaker (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Mar 1850 in Russell Co., Va. Died 27 Nov 1921 in Richfield Twp., Summit Co., Ohio. Buried West Richfield [Ohio] Cem., Summit County.

She married, first, James N. Welch, son of Samuel Welch, 16 Feb 1873 in Greenup Co., Ky. Born 10 Feb 1830 in North Carolina. Died 31 Mar 1914 in West Richfield. Children:

i. George[5]. Born 1862 in West Virginia. Died after 1914. He lived in Akron, Ohio.ii. Charlotte (called Lottie). Born 1865 in West Virginia. She married Unknown Wiblen. Born 1865.iii. William F. Born 1869 in West Virginia (also Kentucky.) Died 1903 in Huntington, Cabell Co.,

W.Va. He was enumerated living with his grandparents in the 1880 Lincoln Co., W.Va. census.iv. Henry L. Born 1870.

8.iv. v. Cora A. Born 20 Oct 1876 in Putnam Co., W.Va. 8.iv. vi. Dora Belle. Born 31 Jul 1879 in Putnam County. 8.iv. vii. Lola Dell. Born 3 Dec 1881 in Putnam County.

viii. James Fulton. Born 3 Jun 1885 in Putnam County. Died 12 Jan 1943 in Richfield, Summit Co., Ohio. Buried West Richfield Cem., Richfield. He married Ima E. Unknown. Born 1892. Died 1989. Buried West Richfield Cem..

ix. Charles E. Born Jun 1887 in West Virginia.

She married, second, Unknown.

8.vi. Benjamin Fulton[4] Honaker (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Jul 1856 in Greenup Co., Ky. Died 9 Jan 1929 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden [W.Va.] Cem. east of Huntington. His given name was originally reported to us as Benjamin Franklin. His and his childrens’ obituaries give the name as Benjamin Fulton, which we consider authoritative even though he had a brother named James Fulton who was called Fulton. The 1880 census shows him as Fulton B. The death certificate shows Benjamin F.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 10 Jan 1929: Benjamin Fulton Honaker, 72 years old, who died yesterday at his home, 40 West Third Avenue, will be buried this afternoon with funeral services from the home of his brother, Henderson Honaker, of Culloden, at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. T.W. Webster will officiate. Burial will take place at the Cem. there. He is survived by the widow; six sons, L.H. Honaker and H.C. Honaker of Logan, E.S. Honaker and M.L. Honaker of Barboursville, and C.E. Honaker and Carl Honaker of Huntington; a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Durtan of Huntington; two brothers, F.C. Honaker of Columbus, Ohio, and Henderson Honaker of Culloden, and a sister, Mrs. Alex Clark of Huntington.

He married Emmazetta Dillon, daughter of John Dillon. Born 23 Aug 1868 in Lawrence Co., Ohio. Died 20 Sep 1941 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden Cem. Children:

8.vi. i. Mack Lee[5]. Born 9 Jan 1886 in Nye, Putnam Co., W.Va. 8.vi. ii. Lennie Harrison. Born 14 Jan 1888 in Lincoln Co., W.Va.

iii. Harrison F. Born 17 Feb 1892 in West Virginia. Died 30 Dec 1908 in Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden Cem..

8.vi. iv. Edgar B. His father’s obituary gave the initials of a surviving son, E.S. Honaker, whom we believe to be Edgar B. Born 20 Oct 1893 in Lee’s Creek, Cabell Co., W.Va.

8.vi. v. Clyde Edmund. Born 22 Apr 1896 in Lee’s Creek. 8.vi. vi. Herbert Clifton. Born 22 Aug 1900 in West Virginia. 8.vi. vii. Hazel L. Born 5 May 1906 in Cabell County. 8.vi. viii. Carl Donovan. Born 19 Dec 1912 in Logan Co., W.Va.

8.vii. Parker Smith[4] Honaker (called Smith) (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jul 1859 in Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 21 Jun 1929 in Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried Obetz [Ohio] Cem., Franklin County.

He married Louvicia L. Fletcher ca. 1888. Born Apr 1865 in Kentucky. Died 1942 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Children:

8.vii. i. Lloyd Franklin[5]. Born 5 Apr 1889 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. 8.vii. ii. Ada R. Born 16 Aug 1890 in West Virginia. 8.vii. iii. James Everett. Born 30 Jan 1892 in West Virginia.

8.viii. Louisa Cordelia[4] Honaker (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Aug 1861 in Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 19 Feb 1933 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Culloden [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County.

She married Harvey Alexander Clark before 1880. Born Aug 1853 in Ohio. Children:

i. Lona B.[5] Born Nov 1882 in West Virginia.ii. Anthony Wayne. Born 20 Nov1882 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 5 Aug 1952 in Huntington.

Buried in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. He married Bessie E. Eagle. Born 8 Jan 1890 in Wert Co., W.Va. Died 25 Jul 1944 in Huntington.

8.viii. iii. Anna L. Born Apr 1887 in West Virginia.iv. Effie M. Born Jul 1890 in West Virginia. Died between 1900 and 1910.v. Lola A. Born 25 Sep 1893 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 5 Nov 1918 in Huntington, Cabell County.

Buried in Culloden Cem.. She married John Raymond Hahnert, son of Charles Hahnert and Louise Rohn. Born 20 Apr 1893 in Franklin Co., Ohio. Died 15 Jan 1968 in Huntington. Buried in Oaklawn Memorial Park, Barboursville, Cabell County. We do not know whether Lola and John had children. After her death he married, second, Alta (also Alda) F. McCallister, daughter of Emanuel M. McCallister and Mary Chapman. Born 23 Aug 1899 in Ona, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 9 Aug 1957. Buried in Oaklawn Memorial Park. Children: (1) Maryanna Hahnert, b. ca. 1921 in West Virginia; (2) Charles John Hahnert, b. 29 Oct 1922 in Cabell County, died 29 Jan 1981 in Huntington, buried in Spring Hill Cem., Huntington, m. Reba Mae Dingess; (3) Helen Pauline Hahnert, b. 28 Feb 1926 in Huntington, d. 2 Mar 1926 in Huntington, buried in Oaklawn.

vi. Charles Franklin. Born 6 Oct 1895 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died May 1977 in Huntington. He married Elsie Marguerite Ansell, daughter of Lewis Ansell and Mary Elizabeth Wheeler, 19 Jan 1920 in Huntington. Born 8 Sep 1895 in Lawrence Co., Ohio.

8.viii. vii. Otis Samuel. Born 6 May 1898 in Willowood, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

9.iv. Margaret Elizabeth[4] Honaker (Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Oct 1859 in Buchanan Co., Va. (The gravestone indicates 10 Oct 1861 but she was 15 when she married.) Died 25 Feb 1939. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

She, her first husband and family were enumerated in the 1880 Buchanan County census, Garden District. James H., husband, was 24, a farmer; Margaret was 20; Florence was 3; living with them was James’ mother Florence. The 1900 Garden District census recorded her as the mother of eight, six living; her family was living near her brother David’s family; James H., husband, was 44, Margaret was 39, Robert S., 18, Eva L., 12, Bertha M., 9, William S., 5, Richard M., 2. Her family also appeared in the 1910 Buchanan County census. Because her first husband died, she was enumerated with her second husband in the 1920 Russell Co., Va., census. He died prior to the 1930 Russell County census, which enumerated her as a widow living with her daughter Ocie and grandson Cecil Kelly.

She married, first, James Henry Kelly, son of William Nash Kelly and Elizabeth P. Jackson, 9 Aug 1875 in Buchanan County. Born Feb 1856 in Russell County. Died before 1913 in Virginia. The marriage certificate indicates James was 18, born in Russell County, lived in Buchanan County, parent was E.P. Kelley (mother Elizabeth P.), James was a farmer; M.E. (Margaret Elizabeth) was 15, born in Buchanan County, lived in Buchanan County, parent was H. Honaker (Hettie); the ceremony was performed by John M. Ratliff.

One woman who knew him in her youth reported that James became a school teacher, Methodist preacher, lawyer, and singing master. He was described as a short, heavy man with a mustache which he lifted with a fork when he drank his coffee or milk.

Children:

9.iv. i. Florence V.[5] Born 1877 in Buchanan County. 9.iv. ii. Robert Sylvester. Born 1 Jul 1881 in Buchanan County.

iii. Eva L. Born 1888.iv. Bertha M. Born 1891.v. William S. Born 1894.vi. Richard M. Born 1897.vii. Mary Victoria. Died young.viii. Hattie C. Died young.

She married, second, Frank Hess, son of John Hess and Anna Miller, 1 Jan 1913 in Russell County. The ceremony was performed by James Dye. Born 1861 in Russell County (Margaret and Frank were both 51). Died between 1920–1929 in Virginia. He was a farmer.

10.iv. Nancy Ann[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]) Born 1852 in Russell Co., Va. She married William Frank Gullett (called Frank) 18 Jan 1871 at her father’s home in Magoffin Co., Ky. The

service was performed by C.C. Cruse, Regular Baptist Church minister. Witnesses were J.W. Conley and Henry Whitte. Children:

10.iv. i. Cora Alice[5]. Born 1875.

13.iv. Mary Ann[4] Honaker (called Polly). (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar 1861 in Russell Co., Va. Died 13 Dec 1936. Buried in Brown Cem., Belspring, Pulaski Co., Va. The 1900 Russell County census enumerated Mary Ann’s family in Honaker, Russell County. It recorded her husband Albert as a blacksmith, married 19 years. There were eight children born to the couple, six living.

She married Albert Sterling Giles 1883. Died 13 Dec 1928 in Russell County. Buried in Brown Cem.. He was a blacksmith. Children:

i. Elize[5]. Born 1884.ii. George Washington (called Bud). Born 2 Feb 1887 in Honaker. Buried in Sifford Cem.,

Parrott, Pulaski County.13.iv. iii. Atlas Burnett. Born 12 Aug 1889 in Honaker.

iv. Flora. Born 1893 in Russell County. She married Fulton Lindsey 29 Dec 1913 in Pulaski County.v. Ellis. Born 13 Sep 1897 in Honaker. He married Lucy V. Ray 6 Sep 1920.vi. William Irving. Born 17 May 1899. Died 12 Nov 1972. Buried in Sifford Cem., Parrott. He

married Bernice Smith 6 Aug 1923 in Pulaski County.vii. Ada. Born 19 Aug 1903. Died 1 Feb 1976. She married George Early Bishop 18 Aug 1923 in

Pulaski County.viii. Mary Ann. (called Annie) Born 6 Jun 1906 in Pulaski County. She married Benjamin Snow.

13.vii. Melvin Wilson[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1870 in Russell Co., Va. Died after 1930 in New Garden, Russell County. The 1900 Russell Co., Va. census enumerated his family as household and family #243: Melvin Honaker, head, b. 1870, 30, m. 7 years, b. in Virginia, farm laborer; Lizzie, wife, mother of two children, one living, b. in Virginia; Lula, daughter, b. Sep 1898, 1, b. in Virginia. We have not been able to identify Melvin in the 1910 census. The 1920 Russell County census, New Garden District, 3 and 5 Jan 1920, enumerated Melvin’s residence as household and family #21: Melvin Honaker, head, 52, married, farmer, renting his dwelling; Lizzie, 45, married; Lula, 19; George, 17; Paul, 15; John, 13. The 1930 Russell County census, New Garden District, enumerated Melvin’s family on Apr. 5, 1930. In household #65 were Melvin and Lizzie, both listed (incorrectly) as age 60. In household #66 was their daughter Lula:

Andrew Daugherty, 35, head; Lula, 28; Anna L., 7; Elizabeth, 5; Ellen(?), 3; William, 4 mo.(?). In household #67 was their son Paul, 24, farmer and his wife Esta, 18.

He married Elizabeth Stump, daughter of John Michael Stump and Martha Hess, 15 Aug 1893 in Russell County. She was a sister of Polly Ann Stump who married Melvin’s brother George, and a sister of Martha Stump, who married Melvin’s brother Lilbern. Born 1870 in Russell County. Died after 1930 in New Garden.

One researcher reported that Melvin’s marriage is recorded in Russell County Marriage Register No. 2, and it gives his parents as Joseph and Priscilla Honaker. In 2009 Russell County marriage records were not available on-line to confirm that. If it is true that his parents are Joseph and Priscilla, whose identities are not known to us, then this Melvin’s ancestry is still not known.

Children:

13.vii. i. Lula Bell[5]. Born Sep 1898 in Virginia. 13.vii. ii. George. Born ca. 1900 in Virginia. 13.vii. iii. Paul NMN. Born 21 Mar 1905 in Honaker, Va.13.vii. iv. John. Born ca. 1907 in Virginia.

13.x. John Graham[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Jun 1877 in Russell Co., Va. Died 13 Jan 1944 of pneumonia, arteriosclerosis and heart failure at Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands, Va. Buried in Victor Meade Cem., Honaker, Va., where the gravestone gives an incorrect birth year of 1881. He was a farmer who lived in Honaker. He was living in his mother’s household in the 1900 Russell County census. The 1910 census found him and his family living next to his mother in Russell County’s New Garden District, dwelling #65, family #67: John Honaker, 28, born in Va., railroad section laborer, m. 10 years, father b. in Va., mother b. in Ky.; Nannie, 23, b. in Va., parents b. in Va., mother of 6 children, 6 living; Sadie, 11, b. in Va.; Ray, 8, b. in Va.; Bessie, 6, b. in Va.; Flora, 4, b. in Va.; Roman, 1, b. in Va.; Mamie, 1, b. in Va.

He married Nannie Bell Duncan, daughter of Henry Duncan and Jane Dye of Honaker, 3 Jan 1901, in Honaker. Born 29 Sep 1884 in Lebanon, Va. (The marriage certificate gave her age as 16, which would be a birth year of 1884, which we consider authoritative.) Died 25 Nov 1957 at Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands, Va. Buried in Mont Clark Cem., Honaker. Nannie was not buried with her husband because the Meade Cem. was overgrown when she died. It was later fenced and well maintained.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 26 Nov 1957: Mrs. Nannie Honaker, [76], of Honaker, Va., died Monday morning in the Richlands Hospital following a three months illness. She was born in Lebanon, Va., a daughter of the late Henry and Jane Duncan. Her husband, John Honaker, preceded her in death several years ago. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. Mamie Compton and Mrs. Waldean Ball, both of Honaker, Mrs. Flo Cox and Mrs. Tiny Kennedy, both of Richlands, Va., Mrs. Ruby [Musick] of Bluefield and Mrs. Jim Monk of Norfolk; four sons, Raymond, John Jr. and Bill, all of Honaker, and Arnold of Columbus, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Tiny Helton of Honaker; and one brother, Fred Dye, [Pocahontas], Va. Services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Church of God in Honaker conducted by the Rev. Bower and Rev. Clendinen. Burial is in Clark Cem.. The body was removed to the residence yesterday afternoon from the Honaker Funeral Home.

In addition to their own children, John and Nannie raised a grandson, Bill Honaker, regarded by everyone in the family as their son, and who is referred to as such in the family obituaries. Children:

13.x. i. Sadie[5]. Born 26 Sep 1901 in Virginia.ii. Ray (also Roy). Born 1902 (also reported as 6 May 1904) in Virginia. Died of downing 11 May

1922. Buried in Victor Meade Cem., Honaker. 13.x. iii. Bessie. Born 1904 in Virginia.13.x. iv. Flora. Born 27 Jan 1907 in Virginia.

v. Mary Mamie (twin) (called Mamie). Born 17 Jan 1909 in Honaker. Died 21 Dec 1989 at Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands, Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, as Mary Mamie Compton. She married, first, Claude Ellis Compton. Born 19 Dec 1907. Died 10 Feb 1966 at Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker. She married, second, Fred Thompson. There were no children in either marriage.

vi. Raymond S. (twin). Born 17 Jan 1909 in Honaker. Died 27 Mar 1987 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker. He never married.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 28 Mar 1987: Raymond S. “Ramie” Honaker, 78, of Honaker, Va., died Friday at a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born in Honaker, he was a son of the late John G. and Nannie Dye Honaker. He was a retired coal miner and attended the Honaker Church of God. Survivors: sisters, Mrs. Waldean Ball and Mrs. [Mamie] Compton of Honaker; brother, Bill Honaker of Columbus, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be Monday at

2 p.m. at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker with the Rev. Harless Hess and the Rev. Larry Brooks officiating and burial at the Clark Cem. in Honaker. Friends may call at the funeral home today after 6 p.m.

vii. Carl. Born 19 Jul 1912. Died of “tuberculosis of the brain” 29 Aug 1918. Buried in Victor Meade Cem., Honaker, Va.

13.x. viii. Ruby Gladys. Born 1915. 13.x. ix. Sara Elizabeth Waldean (also Waldean Elizabeth) (called Waldean). Born 27 Feb 1916 in

Richlands. 13.x. x. Tiny Helen. Born 6 Apr 1919. 13.x. xi. Arnold Fred. Born 22 Mar 1922 in Honaker. 13.x. xii. John June. Born 4 Jul 1927.

17.iv. Sally Emaline[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 2 Dec 1862 in Elk Garden Twp., Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Nov 1940 in New Garden, Russell County. Buried Meade Cem., unidentified location. Her death information informant, husband Perry Yates, gave her middle name recorded as Evelyne.The great majority of information on Sally and her descendants was reported by Carroll Robert “Bob” Belcher of Lancaster, Calif., in 2016.

She married, first, George Washington Belcher, son of Charles Wesley Belcher and Elizabeth Dye (according to the marriage license), 7 Dec 1880 at her father’s house in Russell County; she was 18 and he 19. They were married by Thomas Grimsley. Born 1861 in Russell County. Died after 1886 in Russell County. At marriage, he was a farmer. Children:

i. Unknown[5]. Born between 1881--1888 in Virginia. Died before 1900 in Virginia.ii. Unknown. Born between 1810--1888 in Virginia. Died before 1900 in Virginia.iii. Barbara. Born between 1881--1888 in Virginia. Died before 1900 in Virginia.

17.iv. iv. Carter NMN. Born 5 Feb 1886 in Shraders, Tazewell Co., Va.

She married, second, William Thomas Ashbrook, son of Hiram Ashbrook and Ann Ruples Cleveland, 14 Mar 1888 in Russell County. Born ca. 1850 in Harrison Co., Ky. Died after 1897 in Russell County. Children:

17.iv. v. Otis Finney. Born Sep 1889 in Russell County.17.iv. vi. Nannie M. Born 15 May 1893 in Honaker, Russell County.

vii. Charley. Born May 1897 in Honaker. Died ca. 1915 in Russell County.viii. Vernie. He married Bonnie Unknown and lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. [Vernie was not

reported by Bob Belcher.]

She married, third, Perry Yates, son of Hiram Yates and Jayne Cook, ca. 1902 in New Garden, Russell County. Born Mar 1880 in New Garden. Died ca. 1956 in Honaker, Russell County. Bob Belcher reported a Perry Yates buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, 1880-1956, who may be the same person.

17.vi. Mary[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1864. Mary’s granddaughter Sadie said that Mary and Roley lived on Lick Branch, Tazewell Co., Va., and that they were buried in the Pruett-Hankins Cem. on Raise Fork on their son John Hankins’ farm.

She married Roley Hankins 16 Dec 1881 in Russell Co., Va. Born ca. 1856 in Tazewell County. Children:

i. Nancy[5]. She married Edward Pruett.ii. Dora. She married Giles Pruett.

17.vi. iii. John. Born 5 Nov 1892.iv. Carter. He married Mae Vernon.v. Walter. He married, first, Mary Jane Sparks. He married, second, Bessie Linkous.vi. Lois. She married Herman Pruett.vii. Lydia. Died young.viii. Leck. Died young.

18.iii. Viola Jane[4] Honaker (also Vilia J., Vilia, Viley Jane) (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Sep 1860 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Her birth record gives the name as Vila J. The marriage license gives her name as Vilia. The 1880 Russell County census, New Garden, District 88, dwelling and family #88, enumerated the family as all born in Virginia: William Wilson, 37, farmer; Viley Jane, 19, keeping house; Mary, 7 mo..

The 1900 Russell County census, Cook’s Mill, District 61, dwelling and family #124, enumerated the family as all born in Virginia: William Wilson, 57, Oct 1844, m. 21 years, farmer; Viley Jane, 39, Sep 1860, mother of 8 children, 7 living, keeping house; James, 17, Feb 1883, farm laborer; Robert, 15, Aug 1884, farm laborer; Maud, 12, May 1888; Sparrel, 6, Feb 1894; Pearl, 2 mo., Apr 1900.

She married William Wilson, son of Adam Wilson and Rebecca Fields, 9 Jan 1879 in Russell County at the home of her father William; she was 18, he 33 but single, not widowed; a farmer. They were married by J.B. Kindrick. Born Oct 1844 in Russell County. Children (all born in Virginia):

i. Mary[5]. Born Nov 1879.ii. James. Born Feb 1883.iii. Robert. Born Aug 1884.iv. Maud. Born May 1888.v. Sparrel. Born Feb 1894.vi. Unknown.

18.iii. vii. Pearl (twin). Born Apr 1900.viii. Virgie (twin). Born Apr 1900.

18.vii. Isaac[4] Honaker (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1868 in New Garden, Va. Buried in Pikeville, Ky. Three different accounts were reported of Isaac’s death and its consequences. One was that he was shot and killed

by a brother-in-law, Walter Puckett, in Pikeville before 1927; that he married, first, Virginia B. Strow (also reported as Straw and Strouth; may originally have been the German name Strau) 2 Feb 1885 in Russell Co., Va.; and he married, second, Martha Ray Clark. Russell County records show Isaac’s marriage to Virginia. He was 19, she 16, born in Russell County, daughter of John Strow and Mary Pirchett. The surnames Puckett and Pirchett are so similar that they must refer to the same family, but we do not know which spelling is correct.

The second account did not mention a marriage to Martha Clark, saying only that after his death that his wife Virginia remarried John M. Bailey, a crippled man. The 1910 census dated that marriage 1893, so we believe this to be correct. Regardless of the circumstances, Isaac and Ginny had at least one child:

18.vii. i. Walter C.[5] [Bailey] Born 1889. He used the name of his mother’s second husband, John M. Bailey, except on his marriage certificate, where he used the name Walter C. Honaker Bailey.

The third account, from Tazewell Co., Va. Marriage Index (1900-1924), under listings for 1908, showed Walter C.’s marriage, explaining his name thus, “Walter was born with the surname ‘Honaker’ but his parents died in an accident and was then raised by the Bailey family and thus took their name.”

19.iii. John[4] Speenor (Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr 1874 in Virginia. The 1900 Russell Co., Va. census, Honaker, District 60, enumerated him and his family as dwelling and family #123: John Speener, b. Apr 1874 in Virginia, 26, m. 8 years, father b. in France, mother b. in Virginia, farm laborer; Martha A., b. 1876 in Virginia, 24, mother of four children, three living, parents b. in Virginia; Mary E., b. Apr 1894 in Virginia, 6; Eliza B., b. Mar 1896 in Virginia, 4; Lilburn G., b. Mar 1898 in Virginia, 2.

He married Martha A. Sanders 1892. Born 1876 in Virginia. Children:

i. Unknown[5]. Died before 1900.ii. Mary E. Born Apr 1894 in Virginia.iii. Eliza B. Born Mar 1896 in Virginia.iv. Lilburn G. Born 1898 in Virginia.

21.i. Elias[4] Ray (Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1861. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell Co., Va. Elias and his descendants were reported in Heritage of Russell Co., Va., Vol. II, “Frank Taylor Family,” illustrated with two photographs, p. 484.

He married Cosby Jane Ray, daughter of Shadrack Ray and Delilah (also Malinda) Hubbard. Born 16 Apr 1867. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem.. Children:

i. Jonas[6]. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem.. He married Unknown and had a child who died in infancy. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem..

ii. Woodrow. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem.. It was reported that he died as an infant; also that he married Unknown and had a child who died in infancy.

21.i. iii. Shade William. Born 1890. 183. iv. Minnie. Born 25 Dec 1892. Died 31 Mar 1954. Buried in Tazewell Co., Va. She married Martin

descendant Cowan[5] Honaker 8 Aug 1907 in Russell County. Their descendants are under his listing.

21.i. v. Nannie Elizabeth. Born 1896.

21.x. Otis[4] Dye (Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Nov 1885 (also Aug 1889), in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. He lived in Honaker. Died Nov 1977 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield. He abandoned his first wife and children.

He married, first, Martin-descendant Nancy[5] Honaker, daughter of Monterville Honaker and Marilyn Louisa Steele, 5 Jan 1911. They divorced. Born 1886 in Virginia. Died 1971 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield. There was a combined funeral program for her and her son Carl, who both died in 1971. Services were 11 a.m., Thurs., 23 Dec 1971 at Fred B. Gent Chapel, Honaker [Va.] Funeral Home, the Revs. Kyle Hubbard and Harless Hess officiating. Pallbearers were grandsons for her, nephews for Carl. Children (as descended from their father):

i. Willard[5]. Born 1912.ii. Reba A. Born 1915.

21.x. iii. Graham. Born 28 Dec 1915.iv. Clayton. Born 2 Feb 1918.

21.x. v. Ronald Dennit (called Den). Born 15 Oct 1920.vi. Marie Jettie (called Jettie). Born 1922.vii. Carl Stanley. Born 1923. Died 1971. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell Co.,

Va. When his mother died, the family went to tell Carl but found that he had died shortly before.

He married, second, unknown, who had children of her own. Otis and she had one child:

viii. Unknown.

30.ii. Elizabeth Irene[4] McGlothlin (called Lizzie) (Daniel J.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Sep 1870 (also 1871) in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 1913 in Roane County.

She married David Sergant, son of William Henderson Sergant and Cynthia Vineyard, 11 Dec 1888 in Roane County. Born ca. 1852 in Roane County. Died 17 Apr 1894 in Roane County. Children:

30.ii. i. Hattie Ann[5].

42. William Henderson[4] Honaker (called Hence) (Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 22 Jun 1853 in Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Apr 1936 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Culloden [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County. His marriage license to Sarah, recorded 24 Jan 1875 in Putnam Co., W.Va., gave him as 22, a resident of Lincoln Co., W.Va., and her as 16, a resident of Putnam County. The 1900 Cabell County census enumerated him as a farmer, widowed.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 10 Apr 1936: Funeral services for W.H. Honaker, 83 years old, who died yesterday at the home of his son, W.A. Honaker, of Culloden, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Culloden First Christian church. Rev. John Sowards, of Huntington, will officiate and burial will be in Culloden Cem.. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. W.J. Qualls, of Milton, Mrs. J.S. May, Mrs. Guy Edwards, Mrs. Willie Edwards of Patriot, [Ohio], Mrs. Harry Rider, of McMeechan, W.Va., and Mrs. Claude McCallister, of Taylor, Ky.; and three other sons, G.W., B.F., and J.C. Honaker, all of Huntington.

He married, first, Sarah Elizabeth McCallister, daughter of Richard McCallister and Nancy Sawyer, 25 Feb 1875 in Putnam County. Born 10 Apr 1858 in Putnam County. Died 26 Feb 1900 in Lee’s Creek, Culloden, Cabell County.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date: Mrs. W.H. Honaker, wife of W.H. Honaker, of Lee’s Creek, [died] on Feb. 26, 1900, of measles, aged 37 years. Mrs. Honaker was a consistent member of the Baptist church. To know her was to love her, and in her death the church loses a good worker, the husband a loving and devoted wife and the children a friend like which they will never find in any other, for no one substitutes a mother’s love. What is home without a mother? The remains were laid to rest in the Culloden Cem. February 27th.

Children:

144. i. George Washington[5]. 23 Feb 1876 in Putnam County.42. ii. Luvena (called Lou). Born 25 Oct 1877 in Lincoln County. 145. iii. William Amos. Born 6 Jan 1880 in Lincoln County.

146. iv. Benjamin Franklin (called Franklin). Born 23 Oct 1883 in Cabell County.v. Robert H. Born Aug 1884 in West Virginia. Died before 1936.

147. vi. John Chilton. Born 18 Aug 1887 in Lincoln County.42. vii. Virginia Lee (called Virgie). Born 27 Oct 1889 in Putnam County.

viii. William Henderson, Jr. Born 7 Apr 1891 in Cabell County. Died before 1936. 42. ix. Chillow Jane (called Chilli). Born 9 Jan 1893 in Culloden, Cabell County. 42. x. Icele Elizabeth (also Icel, Icley, Isley and Betty). Born 8 Jan 1895 in Cabell County. 42. xi. Edith Gertrude (called Gertie). Born 2 Oct 1897 in Cabell County.42. xii. Tina Ann. Born Sep 1881 in Putnam County.

He married, second, Bettie D. Smith. Born ca. 1881 in Mason Co., W.Va. She appeared as a widow in the 1916 Huntington City Directory, residing at 1242 18th Street.

43. David[4] Honaker (Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Aug 1854 in Wythe Co., Va. Died 1900. Buried in Esaw Riffe Cem., Keen Mountain, Buchanan Co., Va. He was a farmer, enumerated in the 1900 Buchanan County census, Garden District, living near his sister Margaret. He and his wife Nancy then had ten children and lived in Marvin, Buchanan County.

He married Nancy Margaret Compton, daughter of Ben Compton, ca. 1877 in Wythe County. Born 1857 in Wythe County. She was a homemaker who used a loom and spinning wheel to make her own blankets, clothes and coverlets. She was described as a very special, gentle woman who provided warmth and understanding. Children:

148. i. Ezra Wizer[5]. Born 7 May 1877 in Shacks Mill, Buchanan County.ii. Hobert. He married Pearl Mullins.

149. iii. Tom E. Born Aug 1881.150. iv. Henry Wallace. Born 14 May 1882 in Buchanan County.151. v. John Harvey. Born 15 Nov 1883 in Marvin, Buchanan County.

vi. L.C.(f) Born ca. 1884. Died 10 Dec 1886 in Buchanan County.vii. Ervin. He married Maggie Looney.

152. viii. Flavie Martin. Born 17 Aug 1886 in Bucanan County.153. ix. Sara Margaret. Born Dec 1887.154. x. Eva M. (called Evie)

xi. Mary L. Born Sep 1892. Died of dysentery 15 Nov 1892 in Buchanan County.xii. Miles E. Born Dec 1894.

43. xiii. Rebecca Allyfair (called Becky). Born Jan 1897.xiv. David.xv. Genety. Born Oct 1900.

44. Martin[4] Honaker (Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 1861. In his son Hobert’s obituary, he was listed as the Rev. Martin Honaker.

He married, first, Sarah Margaret (also Martha) Horn, daughter of Washington Horn, Esq., and Mary Ann Compton, 2 Sep 1886 in Buchanan Co., Va. The marriage certificate gives his age as 22 and hers as 19. Born 1866. Children:

155. i. Maude[5]. Born 1887.156. ii. Arthur. Born 1889.157. iii. Hannah Louisa. Born 1891.158. iv. Henry Wallace. Born 1893.159. v. Hobert (also Hobart) Garrett. Born 13 Nov 1996 in Buchanan Co., Va.

vi. Nancy.160. vii. Wattie. Born 1903.

viii. Noah.

He married, second, Eva Compton after 1905.

45. Isaac Lilbern[4] Honaker (called Lil) (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1844 or 1845 in Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Mar 1926.

He married Martha Samantha Lawson, daughter of James Lawson and Unknown Francisco. Born 19 Jan 1856 (also reported as 28 Feb 1859) in Scott Co., Va. (her daughter Eppie’s birth certificate says Martha was born in Russell County.) Died 10 May 1927 in Toliver, Boyle Co., Ky. Children:

161. i. James Monteville[5]. Born 24 Sep 1874. ii. Rosa Florence. Born 1877. Died 1 May 1921. iii. William S. Born 1879. He married Sarah Langley 3 Aug 1901 in Russell Co., Va.

45. iv. Eppie. Born 30 Jun 1884.45. v. Mary (called Mollie). 162. vi. Isaac Henry (called Henry). Born 4 Oct 1886.

46. Mary Jane[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph (Dianna Jaynes). Born 2 Nov 1847 in Russell Co., Va. Died 31 Jul 1934 in Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky. Buried in a Cem. on a hill above Thomas Blaine Conley’s property in the Drake area, Flat Gap. The family referred to it as “the home Cem..” Mary Jane’s death certificate (source being her son George Leslie) indicates that she was born in Pike Co., Ky. However, she and her parents were enumerated in the 1850 Russell Co., Va., census. They did not move to Kentucky until after she was born.

Researchers reported two spouses and sets of children for this Mary Jane. One reported that she married Daniel Jesse Gullett and had three children with him: Mary E., born 1872; Cora A., born 1876; and Samuel S., born 1879. Descendant Dianna Jaynes produced a Magoffin Co., Ky., marriage license and certificate showing that Mary Jane married Daniel J. Conley 22 Mar 1873. The marriage certificate indicates they married at “the house of Martisha Honaker in the County of Magoffin in the presence of Cashes [Cassius] Cooper & Isaac Craft.” The minister was C.C. Crase[?], a minister of the United Baptist Church.

Daniel Jesse (called Dan), the son of Thomas Blaine Conley and Jemima B. Jayne (original spelling of the Jaynes surname), was born 3 Oct 1847 in Kentucky. Died of chronic valvular heart disease 17 Jan 1912 in the Red Bush precinct, Johnson Co., Ky. Buried in “the home Cem.,” Flat Gap. He was a farmer. The identical first and middle names of Mary Jane’s two reported husbands suggests that researchers may have confused this Mary Jane with another which can’t be determined at present. We are satisfied that the documentation presented by Dianna Jaynes is sufficient to demonstrate that this Mary Jane married Daniel Jesse Conley. Interestingly, both surnames also show up concerning Mary Jane’s aunt, Nancy Ann Honaker, who married William Frank Gullett in Magoffin Co., Ky.; a J.W. Conley was a witness to that marriage.

Children (of Mary Jane and Daniel Jesse Conley, all born in the Drake area of Flat Gap):

46. i. Benjamin Franklin[5]. Born 4 Mar 1874.46. ii. George Leslie. Born 10 May 1876 in Kentucky.

iii. William Bruce. Born 23 Dec 1877. Died 12 Nov 1882.iv. Leeroy Blaine. Born 18 Dec 1879.v. Genoah M. Born 22 Oct 1881. Died 24 Jul 1906.vi. Jemima Martisha (called Martisha). Born 19 May 1884.vii. Myrtie Belle. Born 10 Apr 1886. Died 1 Feb 1905.

46. viii. Thomas Jonathan. Born 8 Apr 1888.

47. James W.[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1850 in Russell Co., Va.He married, first, Parlee (also Paralee) Maynard 14 Jul 1874 in Pike Co., Ky. Hopkins-Baldwin,“Pike County,

Kentucky Marriages, 1818–1875” documents the marriage. Children:

163. i. Landon M.[5] Born 1875.164. ii. Roland F. Born 1878.

iii. Easter. Born 1885.iv. Earl. Born 1898.

He married, second, Sallie Williamson.

48. Moses Emory[4] Honaker (called Emory) (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Jul 1854 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1925 in Wolfe Co., Ky.

It was originally reported that he married Martha Gritman. In 1966 his nephew James Ballard said that Emory married Caroline Justice. Children:

165. i. Mary Ellen[5]. Born 1881.ii. Eppie. Born 1884.

49. George Washington[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born between 1856 and 1858 in Russell Co., Va. Died Jan 1937 in Zebulon, Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Bent Ridge Cem., Meta, Pike County.

He married Rebecca Ratliff Davis, widow of John Davis, 1889 in Pike County. Born 7 Jan 1860 in Pike County. Died 1935 in Zebulon. Buried in Bent Ridge Cem.. Children:

166. i. James Ballard[5]. Born 22 Mar 1890 in Zebulon.167. ii. Belleville C. (called Bell) Born 28 May 1894 in Zebulon.168. iii. Thomas Lilburn.

50. Rachel[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1859 in Russell Co., Va. Died 8 Apr 1906.She married Bell (also Sell) Johnson 1883. Children:

i. Wade[5]. Born 1886.ii. Minnie. Born 1888.iii. Rell. Born 1892.iv. Della. Born 1896.v. Turner. Born 1898.

51. John M.[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1860 in Russell Co., Va.He married Rachel C. Unknown. Born 1864. Children:

i. Charlie[5]. Born 1881.169. ii. Dovie.

iii. Pricey. Born 1885.iv. Grover C. Born 1897.v. Ruel. Born 1898.

52. Rebecca Vicey[4] Honaker (Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1866 in Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Feb 1939 in Pike Co., Ky.

She married Isaac Justice, son of Andrew Justice and Rachel Phillips, 22 Dec 1886 in Phyllis, Pike Co., Ky. (Justice, Justice Family Review, gives the place as the Bell residence, Johnson, Pike County.) Born 19 Feb 1865 in Pike County. Died 24 Jun 1924 in Pike County. He was a member of the Pike County Board of Education and a Baptist minister. His family line is detailed by Justice, Justice Family Review. Justice reported that in 1880 Isaac received an interest in a tract at Levisa Fork, Pike County, from his parents; on 13 Jul 1887 he acquired 70 acres from David C. Justice who himself acquired 300 acres at Levisa Fork from Ambros Justice on the same day; also, on 13 Jul 1887, Isaac, his siblings David, Caroline, and Rhoda conveyed four acres to their sister Jane Justice at Levisa Fork; and on 13 Jul 1887, Isaac, his brother David and sister Rhoda conveyed 100 acres to their sister Carolyn Justice at Levisa Fork. On 15 Sep 1887, Isaac and his wife Rebecca conveyed 53 acres at Levisa Fork to John J. Stuart, trustee. The 25 Jun 1900 Pike County census enumerated Isaac and Rebecca at Lick Creek: Isaac Justice, 34, farmer; Rebecca, 29; Pansy, 12, daughter; George M., 10; Easter, 6; Hester, 5; Rachael M., 3; Rebecca, 10 mo.

Children (all born in Kentucky):

i. Pansy L.[5] (also Ransey, Ranzie and Randy). Born Mar 1887 (also 1 Nov 1887).ii. Randy or Ranzie. Reported born 1 Nov 1887, a date too close to that of Pansy. Died 9 Mar 1965 in

Pike County. Justice surmised that Pansy and Randy might have been twins, and said Randy married Mary Burnet and had a store near the mouth of Morgan’s Creek, Pike County.

They had no children. Randy’s name did not appear on the 1900 census.iii. Unknown son. Born and died Mar 1887.iv. George M. Born 14 Jul 1889.v. Elizabeth. Born 1892. Her name did not appear on the 1990 census.vi. Easter. Born Jun 1894. Died 4 Mar 1969 in Pike County. She married Sam Lowe, son of Lark

Lowe and Sarah Unknown, 19 Aug 1919. Born 18 Jan 1892.52. vii. Hester. Born 10 Jan 1895.

viii. Rachael Millie (also reported as Melviney). Born 2 Apr 1897. Died 6 Dec 1943 in Pike County. She married Columbus Golf, son of John W. Golf and Jane Ball. Born 22 Feb 1888. They

had seven children, all born in Pike County.

ix. Rebecca (called Tishie). The nickname might indicate that her given name was Rebecca Marticia or Marticia Rebecca. Born 4 Aug 1899. She married Lee D. Kendrick, son of David

Kendrick and Pricy Justice. Born 26 Nov 1900. Died 21 Jan 1956. They had nine children.x. Rissie. Born 4 Nov 1901.xi. Ballard. Born 3 Dec 1903.xii. John. Born 5 Oct 1907.xiii. Ormontel (also Ora) (called Myrtle). Born 28 Mar 1908.xiv. Don. Born Apr 1910.

53. Martin[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph [Bernice Dixie Beasley.] Born 26 Mar 1855 (also reported as 1856) in Russell Co., Va. Researchers reported the same birth and marriage information for this Martin and Martin[3] (Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Both Martins were sons of a Nicholas. In the 1880 and 1900 censuses, Martin and his wife Frances were enumerated in the New Garden District, Russell County. Martin descendant Cynthia (Hobbs) Boyce determined in 2000 that the Russell County 1900 census showed Anna (Hobbs) Honaker, widow of Nicholas[3], living next to Martin and Frances. They were unquestionably her eldest son and daughter-in-law, so we are sure that we have identified this Martin correctly. In 2006, Martin[4] descendant Bernice Dixie Beasley sent us a photograph of a patent-medicine label for Rekanoh, which is Honaker spelled backwards. The label was given to Bernice’s mother Rochelle Beatrice when her mother Florence S. broke up housekeeping in 1960. Rochelle told her daughter that the image on the label was that of Rochelle’s grandfather Martin[4]. Florence had bottles of the medicine, which she poured out and gave her daughter this label.

He married Frances L. Rose, daughter of John Rose and unknown, 26 Apr 1875 in Russell County, James Dye officiating. Born Feb 1856 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 19 Jan 1920. Children:

53. i. Catherine J.[5] Born Aug 1877 in Virginia. Researchers originally reported that Catherine J. married Frank Craylis 26 Aug 1890 in Russell Co., Va. They were married by James Dye. No descendants were reported. In 2003 family researchers Walter and Christopher Joseph Smith reported a great grandmother Catherine, daughter of Martin and Frances (unknown) Honaker, who married John Sims 22 Oct 1897 in Russell County. John was born 1876 in Scott Co., Va. Died 1963 in Virginia. We can’t say conclusively that Catherine J. is the correctly identified spouse for John Sims, but present knowledge suggests that he could have been a second husband. The continuation of her line, based on information provided by Walter and Christopher Joseph Smith, rests on that assumption.

ii. Ida. Born ca. 1879 in Virginia.iii. Polly Ann. Born ca. 1880 in Virginia.

170. iv. Nicholas (called Nick). Born 25 Dec 1883 in Virginia.v. Cora. Born May 1885 in Virginia. She married L.O. Jackson 12 Jul 1899 in Russell County. The

marriage was officiated by J.B. Kendrick.vi. Melvin H. Born Mar 1888 in Virginia. One researcher believed this Melvin to be the Melvin in the

Unidentified Chapter whose parents were reported as Joseph and Priscilla in Russell County Marriage Register No. 2.

vii. George W. Born May 1893 in Virginia.53. viii. Florence S. Born ca. 1897 in Finney, Russell Co., Va.

54. George[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1856 in Russell Co., Va.He married Polly Ann Stump, daughter of John Michael Stump and Martha Hess, 25 Oct 1877 in Russell County.

She was a sister of Martha J. Stump who married George’s brother Lilbern, and a sister of Elizabeth Stump, who married George’s brother Melvin. Russell County marriage records show that George and Polly were married by John Thompson when they were both 19. They were enumerated in the 1900 Russell County census. Children:

171. i. John Michael[5]. Born Feb 1878 in Honaker, Russell County.ii. Samuel. Born Apr 1884.

172. iii. Albert (called Abner). Born Feb 1886 in Honaker.iv. Malissa (called Lissy). Born Nov. 1892. She married John Henry Akers 10 Aug 1907 in Russell

County. They were married by J.S. Maxfield.173. v. Dora. Born Jun 1893.54. vi. Mollie. Born Nov 1897.

vii. Nicholas. He married Nannie Stump.

55. Lilbern[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1858. Died before 1908.He married Martha J. Stump, daughter of John Michael Stump and Martha Hess, 21 Feb 1881 in Russell Co., Va.

She was a sister of Polly Ann Stump who married Lilbern’s brother George, and a sister of Elizabeth Stump, who married Lilbern’s brother Melvin. Born ca. 1865. Russell County marriage records indicate that Lilbern was 21 and Martha was 16 when they wed. After Lilburn died, Martha wed his first cousin Charles B. Hobbs, son of Samuel Hobbs and Charlotte Gross. Samuel was a brother of George Hobbs, who married Lydia[3] Honaker (Martin[2], Martin[l]). Children:

174. i. William[5] (called Will). Born 15 Mar 1880 in Honaker, Russell County.

56. Alta[4] Honaker (Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1871 in Virginia.She married, first, James Lawson, son of Umberson Lawson and Viola Ann (also Villa Ann and Villy Anna)

Griffith, 25 Aug 1887 in Russell Co., Va. Born ca. 1865 in Russell County. They were married by John W. Stalland. Russell County marriage records indicate that Alta was 16 and James 22 when they married.

She married, second, Frederick[4] Honaker (called Fed), son of John Honaker (Martin[1]) and Nancy E. Griffith. Their children continue under his listing.

57. Nicholas[4] Coe (called Nick) (Mary Anne[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Feb 1867 in Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Mar 1944 in Washington Co., Va.

He married, first, Anna Showden, daughter of Thomas Showden, 22 Oct 1883 in Russell County. Born ca. 1858 in Wise Co., Va. Children:

i. Pearl[5]. She married Will Darnell.ii. James. He married Bertha Unknown.iii. Blanche. She married Charlie Mays.

175. iv. Gertie.

He married, second, Katie Ann Moore, daughter of Unknown Moore and Mary Unknown, 9 Dec 1897 in Russell County. Born 18 Aug 1878 in Washington County. Died 29 May 1964 in Abingdon, Washington County. Children:

v. Hasel.176. vi. Bertie Mae. Born 15 Jun 1910 in Washington County.

vii. Arvil Kellis. He married Mary Gaye Garland.viii. Brady Hansel.

58. Jacob B.[4] Honaker (called Jake) (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 15 Feb 1847 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Mar 1932 in Russell County. Buried in Jacob Honaker Cem., Rt. 723, Russell County. He enlisted as a private in Co. D, 26th Battalion, Virginia Infantry, C.S.A. He appears on the company muster roll for the period 30 Apr to 31 Oct 1864. He was reported as a deserter. The 1870 Russell County census enumerated him and his family in Elk Garden District. The 1880 and 1900 Russell County censuses enumerated them in New Garden District. They were still in Russell County during the 1900 census. One researcher reported that Jake appeared in a 1922 Civil War veterans photograph taken in Honaker.

He married Leah Taylor, daughter of Nimrod Taylor and Elizabeth Unknown, 1 Apr 1865 in Russell County. Born Nov 1847 in Russell County. Died 28 Aug 1921 (also reported as 18 Feb 1922) in Russell County. Buried in Jacob Honaker Cem.. Children:

i. Bessie[5]. She married Howard Ball.177. ii. Caroline. Born 1866.178. iii. John Wesley. Born 1868 in Russell County

iv. Charlie Ira (called Ira). Born 1871 in Russell County. Died 6 Oct 1918. Buried in Jacob Honaker Cem.. He married Amanda Taylor Huffman, daughter of Harvey Taylor and Celia[3]

Honaker (Martin[1]), 31 Jan 1895 in Russell County. She first married Unknown Huffman.

179. v. Mary. Born Mar 1872 (also reported as 1870) in Russell County.180. vi. Floyd Henry. Born 24 Dec 1874.181. vii. Scott. Born Mar 1878 in Virginia.182. viii. Clarissa (also Clearcey and Clearcy). Born 25 Dec 1882 in Russell County.

58. ix. Sally Letha (called Letha). Born Dec 1884 in Virginia.183. x. Cowan (also Cowen). Born 27 Dec 1886 in Honaker.184. xi. Mollie. Born Apr 1888 in Virginia.

59. Lilburn[4] Honaker (also Lilbern and Libben) (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Oct 1850 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Nov 1917 in Richlands, Tazewell) Co., Va. Buried in Honaker. The 1870 and 1900 Russell County censuses enumerated him and his family in New Garden Twp. He was a farmer.

He married, first, Nancy Jane Ray, daughter of James Ray and Margaret Ann Griffith, 12 Mar 1869 in Russell County. Born Jul 1852 in Russell County. Died 10 Mar 1892 in Russell County. Children:

185. i. Rachel[5]. Born ca. 1871.186. ii. Calvin. Born 1873 in Russell County.187. iii. Margaret. Born ca. 1877.188. iv. Robert. Born Aug 1879.189. v. Alice Mary. Born 6 Jun 1883 in Russell County.59. vi. Elizabeth (called Lizzie). Born ca. 1885.190. vii. Nettie Laura (also Nattie and Mattie). We are not completely sure about her middle name, as her

younger sister was named Laura. Born 26 Oct 1886 in Russell County.59. viii. Laura (also Louisa). Born 16 Mar 1890 in Russell County.

He married, second, Mary C. Compton 17 Dec 1893 in New Garden, Russell County; he was 41, a widower, and she single. Born 1858.

60. Patton[4] Honaker (also Patten) (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph [Lois Marie Day]. Born 29 Apr 1853 in Lewis Creek, Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 14 May 1923 on Big A Mountain near Honaker. Buried in Whitt Family Cem., Rt. 647, Honaker. He was a carpenter and farmer. The 1880 Russell County census enumerated Patton and his family in Elk Garden District. The 1900 and 1910 censuses found them in New Garden District.

He married, first, Caroline Ray, daughter of James Ray and Margaret Ann Griffith, 21 Mar 1875 in Russell County; he was 20 and she 19. Born 9 Jul 1853 in Thompson Creek, Honaker. Died 20 Jul 1917 in Russell County. Buried in Whitt Family Cem. Her mother Margaret Ann Griffith was a sister of Martha Griffith, who married Martin descendant Isaac William[3] Honaker (called Billy), son of Isaac Honaker and Sarah Whitt. Children:

191. i. Cynthia[5]. Born ca. 1876 in Virginia.192. ii. James. Born ca. 1879 in Virginia.60. iii. Alta M. Born 1880 (also 1882).

iv. Cordelia. Born in Mar 1881 in Russell County. Died 15 Jun 1882 in Russell County.60. v. Elbert (called Ebb). Born 1 Oct 1885 in Honaker.

vi. Catherine. Born Feb 1888 in Virginia. She married Fitzer Whitt 18 Sep 1908 in Russell County. They were married by J.R. Hubbard.

193. vii. Thomas H. Born 9 Nov 1889 in Virginia.194. viii. Mary Jane. Born 15 Oct 1891 in Lewis Creek.60. ix. Lester. Born Oct 1893 in Honaker.

x. Will (called Willie). Born Oct 1895 in Virginia. He married Virginia Honaker (called Virgie), identity not known, 1922.

xi. Luther.xii. Lon. Died in infancy.

195. xiii. Otis (also Odis). Born Apr 1898 in Virginia.

He married, second, Mahala Jane Griffith, daughter of Jahue Griffith and Ruthie Hess, 2 Sep 1919 in Russell County. Born 1860. Died 12 Dec 1934. Buried in Miller Cem., River Mountain section, Russell County. She previously married, first, Billy Hess; second, Henry D. Miller; two daughters of Mahala and Henry married Honakers. They were Visa Mae Miller, who married Martin descendant Silas Burke[5] Honaker, and Susie Miller, who married Martin descendant Walter[5] Honaker, son of Taze Honaker and Maggie Hess. After Patton’s death, Mahala married Madison Ray (called Matt). Matt was formerly Patton’s brother-in-law, the brother of Caroline Ray, Patton’s first wife.

61. Robert[4] Honaker (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 10 May 1855 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 12 Feb 1930. Buried in Miller Family Cem., Honaker.

Primitive Baptist church obituary: Elder Robert Honaker was born May 10, 1855, and deceased this life Feb. 12, 1930, making his stay here on earth 74 years, 10 months and 2 days. He died at his home near Spruce Pine Grove Church, about three miles south of Honaker. He was married to Miss Mary Miller, and to this union were born 14 children, nine girls, five boys, nine of whom survive him. His wife preceded him to the grave and he married the second time to Mrs. Fannie Cook, a faithful sister and loving wife, who survives him and still lives at the old home place. Brother Honaker was united with the Primitive Baptist Church at New Garden, and was ordained a minister and preached about 40 years. He was an able minister, not of letter but of spirit, especially of the New Testament. He moved his membership from New Garden to Spruce Pine Grove Church, where he was a member and pastor at the time of his death. He stood firm when the disorder was carried on in the Washington Association at Johnson Bottom in 1924, when the discipline and primitive practice was rode over by disorder. He stood with the Apostolic order of the Baptist and contended for that doctrine and practice until his death. When on his death bed in conversation with the writer talking with reference to the great beyond and in the presence of several witnesses, he said, “When I get through this life, or this world, I am not uneasy about the world beyond, my God has that already fixed.” He bore his sufferings with Christian patience, and gradually fell asleep like a baby to await the awakening of the Lord. His funeral was preached by Elders E.M. Evans and J.C. Smith. Let us exhort the church whom he served, and his children, to remember his Godly walk, and to remember the widow whom he left behind, and God, we pray, will remember you. Yours to serve, Elder E.M. Evans

In 2004 the grave was marked only with a field stone. His Granddaughter Gladys (Honaker) Graybeal remembered hearing him preach and was told as a child that he and Mary Ann rode a horse all over the county to visit the sick and attend funerals. The New Garden Primitive Baptist Church where Robert preached was still standing in 1991 and was then the oldest church in Russell County, used by Primitive Baptist and “Hard Shell” Baptist on alternate weekends. It was on Cox Town Road near Rt. 80, Honaker. Land for the church was donated by Martin[1] and his son Nicholas in 1813, said descendant Charles William[7] Honaker, himself a minister, in 2004.

He married, first, Mary Ann Miller, daughter of Valentine C. Miller and Temperance Hale, 21 Nov 1875 in the bride’s home, Russell County. The service was perfomed by Elder John Wallace. Born 10 Apr 1856 in Russell County. Died 25 Jul 1908 in Russell County. She is thought to be buried next to Robert. In the 1900 Russell County census, they were enumerated in Lebanon District. Children:

i. Cynthia[5]. Born 27 Sep 1876 in Russell County. Died of stroke 1924. She married David Howard 19 Feb 1896 in Russell County. The service was performed by James Hess.

196. ii. Martin Van Buren. Born 3 Apr 1878 in Russell County.iii. Elizabeth. Born 5 Sep 1879 in Russell County. She married Henry Mack Hess 24 Mar 1897 in

Russell County. They were married by James Hess. Born 5 Jan 1858 in Russell County. Died Feb 1946 in Tazewell Co., Va.

Unknown morning newspaper, 7 Feb 1946: Russell County Man Dies; Leaves 262 Surviving Descendants—Mack Hess, 88, will be laid to rest this afternoon in the family burying ground near his home. Residents of Russell county say that this man has the largest family in the history of the county. Mr. Hess, of Raven, died at his home on Horton Ridge Tuesday night following an illness of several months. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the home with the Rev. Mr. Sutherland and the Rev. Mr. Edwards in charge. Mr. Hess was born in Russell county, near Backsford, January 5, 1858, and resided in that county all his life. He was a successful farmer having engaged in that vocation during most of his life. He was married three times, his first and second wives having preceded him in death several years ago. He was last married to Miss Elizabeth Honaker, who survives. Mr. Hess was the father of 20 children, 12 of whom survive. They are: Mrs. Myrtle Price, Mrs. Mary Lawson, Joe, Leonard, C.C., and Burgess Hess all of Raven; Mrs. Ethel Smith, of Red Ash, Va.; Mrs. Leona Compton, of Swords Creek, Va.; Mrs. Agnes Meade, of Washington, D.C.; John H. Hess, of Iaeger [W.Va.]; Irvin Hess, of Cliffield, Va., and Corbett Hess, of the U.S. Army. Also surviving are 175 grandchildren and 75 great grandchildren.

197. iv. Sarah Sally (called Sally). Born 4 Mar 1881 in Russell County.v. Sarena (also Serena). Stillborn 24 Nov 1882 in Virginia.

198. vi. George Washington. Born 24 Apr 1884 in Russell County.199. vii. Silas Burke. Born 4 Feb 1886 in Virginia.

viii. Mary R. (also Mariah and Maria). Born 7 Jun 1887 in Virginia. One researcher reported she died 15 Jul 1887. Another reported she married Wesley Taylor 30 Jun 1903 in Russell County; the service was performed by William Griffith.

200. ix. Nannie. Born 2 Aug 1890 in Honaker, Va.201. x. Jesse Burke. Born 23 Apr 1891 in River Mountain section, Russell County.

xi. Unknown. Stillborn ca. 1893 in Virginia.202. xii. Basil H. (also Bazzle and Bazzell) Born 2 Feb 1894 in Honaker, Va.

xiii. Unknown. Stillborn ca. 1896 in Virginia.xiv. Julia Hester (called Hester). Born 5 Jun 1897 (also 1898) in Virginia. She married, first, Henry

Thompson. She married, second, Henry Bressler (also Brussler). She married, third, Walter Vaughn.

He married, second, Fannie Bell Clark Cook, daughter of Thomas H. Clark and Sallie Bostic. Born 10 May 1855.She married, first, Jacob descendant Thomas A.[4] Cook, son of William M. Cook and Cynthia A. May. Her son Arthur from the first marriage married Laura[5] Honaker, daughter of Robert’s brother Lilburn.

62. Henry[4] Honaker (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Reported born 15 Oct 1857, 10 Oct 1858, 12 Dec 1858 and 10 Oct 1859 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Sep 1932 in Holston Valley, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Henry built a grist mill on Lewis Creek, Russell County, where Robert Helton later lived. The 1880 Russell County census enumerated him and his family in Elk Garden District. The 1910 census enumerated them in Russell County.

He married Helen Patrick, daughter of Hezekiah Patrick and Rachel Dennison, ca. 1878. Born 5 Sep 1861 (also reported as 15 Sep 1862) in Virginia. Died 22 Feb 1924 in Parksville, Boyle Co., Ky. Children:

i. Johnson[5]. Born ca. 1879 in Virginia. He married Rachel Ray 3 Aug 1898 in Russell County.ii. Josie. Born 1886 in Virginia. She married her cousin Franklin Honaker, son of Charles William[4]

Honaker, son of Martin Honaker and Cathern Elizabeth Hess, 29 Nov 1905 in Russell County.203. iii. Henry Russell. Born 26 Oct 1889 in Russell County.62. iv. Charlie Graham. Born 22 Feb (also reported as 26 Feb) 1891 in Ball Town, River Mountain

section, Russell Coounty.v. Roy. Born 1897 in Virginia. vi. Arch. Born 1900 in Virginia. vii. Dot. Born 1902 in Virginia.

62. viii. Dale. Born 17 Dec 1902204. ix. Raymond Lee. Born 4 Mar 1907 in Russell County.

x. Martha.

63. Elias[4] Honaker (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Apr 1860 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 13 Sepn 1934 in Honaker. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell County. Martin-descendant Charles William[7] Honaker said in 2004 that Elias and Catherine’s graves, and the grave of Elias’s brother Charles William[4] do not have monuments and are located up from Lewis Creek on private property. The Cem. may be found by following Lewis Creek to where it empties into Clinch River, then turning left, following the dirt road up to the power lines. The Cem. is on the right side of the road. Elias was a farmer for most of his life. Prior to state road maintenance, he supervised a crew of county road builders for several years. An essay which included Elias and his wife Catherine, “Mama and the Preacher,” was written by their daughter Rose and appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 1998. A previous essay about Catherine, “My Mother's Apron,” also appeared in the newsletter. In the 1870 and 1900 Russell County censuses, Elias and his family were enumerated in New Garden district. They were Primitive Baptist.

He married Catherine K. Lawson, daughter of Umberson Lawson and Viola Ann Griffith, 5 Oct 1880 in Swords Creek, Russell County. Born 17 Jun 1862 in Virginia. Died 18 Oct 1945 in Honaker. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem.. Children:

i. Alice[5]. Born 17 Jun 1881. Died of diphtheria 1888.205. ii. Mary Florence (called Fonnie).Born 18 Feb 1883 in Russell County.

iii. Dolphus Ezra. Born 1 May 1885. Died 1896.206. iv. Minnie Appolis. Born 16 Mar 1889 in Honaker.207. v. Morgan Thomas. Born 7 Mar 1892 in Honaker.208. vi. James Monroe (called Monroe). Born 10 Jun 1896 in Honaker.

vii. Madison O’Coy (called Coy). Born 8 Jan 1898 in Honaker. Died Mar 1954. Buried in Roanoke, Va. He married Ella Mae Davis. There were no children.

viii. Meredith Harold (called Harold). Born 24 Nov 1902 in Honaker. Died 25 Jun 1966. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem.. He never married.

209. ix. Rose Myrtle. Born 13 Jan 1906 in Honaker.210. x. Ina Mae. Born 18 Feb 1908 in Honaker.

64. Taze B.[4] Honaker (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Sep 1863 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. The 1900 census gives the date as Mar 1865. Died 25 Feb 1944 in Russell County. Buried in Howard Cem., River Mountain Road, Russell County. He and his family lived in the Corner and River Mountain section of Russell County.

He married Maggie Hess, daughter of John Henry Hess and Cathern Miller, 29 Mar 1882 in Russell County. The service was officiated by James Hess. Born 24 Jan 1865 in Virginia. The 1900 Russell County census gave the date as Mar 1866 and enumerated the family in Lebanon District, where the family was also found in 1910. Died in Russell County. Buried in Howard Cem..

Heritage of Russell County, Vol. II, pp. 306-7 (with photographs): Taze and Maggie HonakerMartin Honaker and Cathern (Betsy) Honaker were the parents of ten children, Cynthia, Jake, Patton,

Lelbern, Teze, Eleas, Charles Williem, Henry, Robert (Bob) and Isaac. Bob was a Baptist minister. Henry built a grist mill in the river down where Robert Helton now lives. John Henry Hess and Cathern (Miller) Hess were the parents of three children, Maggie, Jim and Frank. John Henry was a school teacher. Taze Honaker was born Sept. 18, 1863, died Feb. 25, 1944. Maggie (Hess) Honaker was born Jan. 24, 1865, died Dec. 28, 1949. Taze and Maggie were married Mar. 29, 1882. They were blessed with 16 children. Willie was born Mar. 20, 1883, died July 11, 1912. He married Rachel Ray (deceased.) They were the parents of six children, Dorothy, Clarence, Taze, Estel, Glen and Willie Lee. They had 30 grandchildren. Willie was killed in a storm by lightning. Henry was born Aug. 1, 1884, died Feb. 19, 1965. He married Ciller Hess (deceased). They had four children, Hattie Lee, Mollie Mae, Mandy Ethel and Inda Bell. They had ten grandchildren. He then married Mary Cook. They had seven children, Alvin, Arnold, Marie, Anna Louise, Dorothy Mae, Betty Lou and Lona Ethel. They had 19 grandchildren.

Otis was born Feb. 23, 1886, died June 20, 1975. He married Bertha Honaker (deceased). They had four children, Leona, Jonas, Wilmer and Charlie. Grandchildren unknown. He then married July Fuller, children and grandchildren unknown. Matilda was born Apr. 11, 1887, died as an infant May 9, 1887. Walter was born Apr. 27, 1888, died Dec. 11, 1972. He married Susie Miller (deceased). They had nine children, Marvin, Hassel, Cynthia, Bascom, Nathan, McConley, Hazel, Clara and Bulah. They had 35 grandchildren.

Marshel was born Dec. 31, 1889, died Sept. 25, 1971. He married Dora Ball (deceased). They had four girls, Hattie, Maggie, Rose and Glacy. They had 26 grandchildren. Dora was born May 18, 1892, died Feb. 25, 1969. She married Elbert Ball (deceased). She then married Steve Hurd (deceased). Ada was born Mar. 21, 1894, died Sept. 16, 1980. She married Par Miller (deceased). They had two children, Effie and Estel. They had 20 grandchildren. She then married James Ball (deceased). Myrtie was born Jan. 24, 1896, died Feb. 5, 1969. She married Lum Price (deceased). They had 11 children, Taze, Banner, Elgie, Betty, Paul, Henry, George, Mary Ellen, Mollie, Coy and Dashie. They had 50 grandchildren. Margaret was born Feb. 10, 1897, died May 6, 1949. She married Robert (Bob) Hess (deceased.) They had seven children, Bernie, Bennie, Bell, Carrie, Grace, Charmie Mae and Taze. They had 30 grandchildren.

Ollie was born Feb. 5, 1899, died Jun 9, 1967. He married Bertha Gilbert (deceased). They had three children, Sue Elmer, Ivan and William. They had nine grandchildren. Cynthia was born Oct. 14, 1900. She married Fuller Yates (deceased). They had four children, Letha, Coy, Buster and Arlie. They have eight grandchildren. Benjamin was born Apr. 23, 1902, died as an infant Aug. 16, 1903. Abram was born Jan. 13, 1904. He married Henrietta Gilbert. They have nine children, Robert, Billie, Audry, Georgia, Bennie, Opal, Dollie, Herman Lee and Bonnie. They have 21 grandchildren. Garnett was born May 6, 1907, died June 2, 1981. He married Sally Helton (deceased). They had three children, Dewey, Edna and Manual. They had seven grandchildren. Garnett was killed in a highway collision. Bernie was born Apr. 12, 1910. He married Cli Edith Yates. They have three children, Quay B., Daniel Allen and Wanda Gay. They have eight grandchildren.

Taze Honaker bought the Johnson Howard home and farm in River Mountain near Blackford around 1918 and sold his farm in the Corner. This house was built of logs and the main part of it is still a log building. It is now a very comfortable home owned by Bernie Honaker.

Taze and Maggie Honaker lived and raised their family in the Corner and River Mountain section of Russell County. They were hard working and devoted parents. They made a big contribution to the world with a large family. They now rest in Heavenly Peace in the Honaker Cem. in River Mountain near Blackford.

--Written and Submitted by: Cli Edith Honaker, Rt. 1, Box 486, Lebanon, VA 24266.Children:

211. i. William[5] (called Willie). Born 20 Mar 1883 in Virginia.212. ii. Henry. Born 1 Aug 1884 in Virginia.213. iii. Otis. Born 23 Feb 1886 in Virginia.

iv. Matilda. Born 11 Apr 1887. Died 9 May 1887.214. v. Walter. Born 27 Apr 1888 in Virginia.

215. vi. Marshel (also Marshall). Born 31 Dec 1889 in Virginia.vii. Dora. Born 18 May 1892 in Virginia. Died 25 Feb 1969. She married, first, Elbert E. Ball 7 Apr 1908 in

Russell County. They were married by N.B. Sullivan. She married, second, Steve Hurd (also Hord) after 1910.

216. viii. Ada. Born 21 Mar 1894 in Virginia.217. ix. Myrtle Lee (called Mertie). Born 24 Jan 1896 in Virginia.218. x. Margaret. Born 10 Feb 1897 in Virginia.219. xi. Ollie. Born 5 Feb 1899 in Virginia.220. xii. Cynthia (also Cintha). Born 14 Oct 1900 in Russell County.

xiii. Benjamin. Born 23 Apr 1902. Died 16 Aug 1903.221. xiv. Abram (also Abraham). Born 13 Jan 1904 in Lebanon.222. xv. Garnett Carson. Born 6 May 1907 in River Mountain, Russell County.223. xvi. Bernie Taze. Born 12 Apr 1910 in Russll County.

65. Charles William[4] Honaker (Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan (also 29 Jan) 1869 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 27 Jul 1935. Martin-descendant Charles William[7] Honaker said in 2004 that Charles William[4]’s grave, and that of his brother Elias and Elias’s wife Catherine, do not have monuments and are located up from Lewis Creek on private property. The Cem. may be found by following Lewis Creek to where it empties into Clinch River, then turning left, following the dirt road up to the power lines. The Cem. is on the right side of the road. In addition to his own children, Charles raised a young cousin, Ernest Elmer[6] Honaker. Ernest’s son Charles William[7] Honaker wrote a profile about his father which appears in this book, in which there were references to Charles William[4].

He married, first, Ellen (also Ella) Ray 15 May 1882 in Russell County. They were married by Thomas Grimsley. Born 1865. Died before 1901. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell County. Children:

i. Franklin[5]. Born 1882. He married his cousin Josie[5] Honaker, daughter of Henry Honaker and Helen Patrick, 29 Nov 1905 in Russell County.

213. ii. Bertha. Born 30 Aug 1887 in Honaker, Va. She married her cousin Otis[5] Honaker, son of Taze Honaker and Maggie Hess.

224. iii. Minnie. Born 1889.iv. Maude B. Born Jan 1894.

He married, second, Amanda (also Armanda) Sullivan (also Southerland) 18 Mar 1901 in Russell County. Born 1876. Died before 1902.

He married, third, Sarah Inez Martin 19 Dec 1902 in Russell County. They were married by J.T. Stinson. Born 1884. Children:

225. v. Carlus Zeneffin. Born 21 Dec 1900.

Her married, fourth, Ida Sullivan (also Southerland), sister of his second wife, 22 Dec 1909.

66. Sarah[4] Honaker (called Sally) (James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1852 or 1853 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va.She married Andrew J. Herndon (called Drew) 10 Sep 1872 in Russell County. They were married by F.A. Farley.

Children:

226. i. Nora Maggie[5]. Born 3 Mar 1898 in Clark’s Valley, Russell County.ii. Vernon. He was a preacher in Ohio.iii. Walt. He lived in Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Va.iv. Bertha. She married Unknown.v. Minnie. She married Unknown Hale.vi. Vada. She married Unknown Cox.

67. John[4] Honaker (James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jan 1854 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died in Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Chapman Cem. on Stinking Branch, Pike County.

He married Mary descendant Louvine (also Louisa, Louvina, Luvena, Lovina)[4] Collins, daughter of Andrew Collins and Elizabeth Smith, 1 Nov 1877 in Pike County. Born 3 Dec 1858. Died in Pike County. Buried in Chapman Cem.. Children:

227. i. Rufus[5].228. ii. Ransom.229. iii. Johnnie. Born in Pike County.230. iv. Minnie.231. v. Elizabeth Virginia (called Betty).232. vi. Sally.233. vii. Mary.234. viii. Octavia.235. ix. James. Born 12 Mar 1880.236. x. Didema (also Didena). Born 10 Mar 1898 on Johns Creek, Pike County.

68. James[4] Honaker Jr. (James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1863 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Honaker Cem., Sunshine Lane, Kimper, Pike Co., Ky.

He married Thursa Collins 14 Aug 1880 in Pike County. Born 1867. Died in Kimper. Buried in Honaker Cem., Kimper. Children:

68. i. Martha. Born 1881. ii. Alice.iii. Falsom. Born 9 Jun 1886 in Pike Co., Ky. She married Unknown Coleman.

68. iv. Lydia. Born 1893.v. Mary. Born 1898.

68. vi. Amanda (called Mandy). Born 1901.vii. Ossim.

68. viii. Celia. Born 1904.ix. Laura Josephine. Married Van Sanford Sarrett.

69. Isaac[4] Honaker (James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1863 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Isaac’s daughter Sarah Jane said she did not know her father, who abandoned the family when she was young. Her mother then had a child with Jess Adams, Abott [Adams], who was raised by his grandparents. Jess visited Sarah in later life.

He married Nicholas descendant Polly A.[5] Caudill, daughter of Samuel Caudill and Mary Jane[4] Whitt, 24 Apr 1883 in Pike Co., Ky. For reasons unknown, Polly’s name on her marriage license to Isaac is Polly A. Whitt. Born 1863 or 1864 in Pike County. Children (of Isaac and Polly):

237. i. John Franklin[5]. Born 4 Feb 1884 in Pikeville, Pike County.238. ii. Sarah Jane. Born 10 Aug 1887 in Pike County.

70. Frederick[4] Honaker (called Fed) (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1857 in Russell Co., Va. On his marriage license to Caldonia, his parents are given as George and Rebecca, for unknown reasons. In the 1880 Russell County census Fed and Caldonia were enumerated in New Garden District. The 1900 Russell County census enumerated him with second wife Alta in New Garden District.

He married, first, Caldonia (also Caledonia) Hughes (also Sykes), daughter of W.H. Hughes and Elizabeth Unknown, 10 Jan 1878 in Russell County. On her marriage license, her surname is given as Hughes. Heritage of Russell County gives her surname as Sykes. Born ca. 1861. Died before 1891. Children:

239. i. Rufus Howard[5]. Born 12 Jan 1879 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.ii. Henry. Born between 1879 and 1891. He married Gertrude Unknown.iii. James. Born between 1879 and 1891. Died ca. 1918. His name appears on a memorial wall of the

Russell County Library, Lebanon, Va., recognizing 38 countians killed in World War I.iv. Jessee. Born between 1879 and 1891. Died at age 2.

70. v. Roland Hankins. Born 28 Nov 1882 near Honaker, Russell County.vi. Dewey. Born 1890. The 1910 Russell County census enumerated him in the household of his

eldest brother Rufus. He married Myrtle Miller. They are buried in Old Baptist Cem., Glade Spring, Washington Co., Va.

He married, second, Martin descendant Alta[4] (Honaker) Lawson, daughter of Nicholas Honaker and Anna Long, 6 Oct 1891 in Russell County. Born 1871 in Virginia. She married, first, James Lawson. Children (of Fed and Alta):

vii. Edmund. Born Mar 1893 in Virginia.70. viii. Ted Bevely (called Major). Born 23 Dec 1894 in Russell County.

ix. Zach (also Zed, German word for the last letter of the alphabet) S. Born Mar 1897 in Virginia. His name appears on the memorial wall of the Russell County Library, Lebanon, Va., as killed in World War I.

71. Evan[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 May 1858 in Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Nov 1934 in Russell County. He worked for the railroad.

He married, first, Polly Emmeline Gilbert, daughter of James Gilbert and Lavinia Unknown, 4 Sep 1883 in Russell County. Born 1865. Died 8 Nov 1918. Children:

240. i. Carter[5]. Born 14 Jul 1885.

He married, second, Maggie Griffith, daughter of John Griffith and Ruthie Unknown, 14 Feb 1888 in Russell County. They were married by James Dye. Born 1869.

He married, third, Minnie C. Yates, daughter of Hiram Yates and Jane Cook, 1 Mar 1892 in Honaker, Russell County. Born 6 Oct 1873 in Honaker. Died 8 Nov 1918 in Honaker. Children:

ii. Brother. Died 1942 in Honaker.iii. Eunice. Born 10 Apr 1893.iv. Luther. Born 17 Jun 1894.

71. v. Lucy. Born 13 May 1896 in Honaker.vi. Lillie. Born 1 May 1898. She married Unknown Sikes or Sipes.vii. Roy. Born 20 Apr 1900.viii. Eula. Born 18 Jun 1902. She married Unknown Stinson.ix. Virgie. Born 4 Mar 1904.x. Sally Mae. Born 4 Jan 1906. Died 12 Feb 1936. She married Unknown Blankenship.xi. Ramie. Born 13 Feb 1908. Died 27 May 1927.xii. Bradie. Born 20 Jul 1910. Died 6 Jun 1945.xiii. Charlie Hess. Born 10 Jun 1913.

72. Monterville[4] Honaker (also Monteville) (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr 1860 in Russell Co., Va. Died ca. 1927. He was enumerated with his parents in the 20 Aug 1860 Russell County census, when he was four months old. In the 1900 and 1910 Dickenson Co., Va., censusus, he and his family were in Sand Lick District. His marriage license inexplicably gives his name as Melville.

He married Louisa Maryland Steele 17 Aug 1882 in Russell County. She was the daughter of Wesley Steele and Malvinia (spelling from gravestone, but also seen as Malvina) Compton, and sister of General Lafayette Steele who married Martin descendant Nora Massie[5] Herndon. Researchers reported variations of Louisa’s name, usually giving the middle name as Marilyn, but her daughter Maude gave the version we consider authoritative. Maude reported on a delayed birth certificate that both her mother and father were born in Russell Co., Va. Born 18 Dec 1864 in Russell County. Died 1923 in Swords Creek, Russell County. Children:

241. i. Emaline[5]. Born 6 Jun 1883 in Virginia.242. ii. Walter Grey. Born 2 Dec 1884 in Russell County.72. iii. Nancy (called Nan and Nannie). Born 1886 in Virginia.72. iv. Albert Ross. Born 27 Feb 1891 in Swords Creek, Russell County.72. v. Tiny A. Born 31 Jan 1893 in Virginia.72. vi. General Walker. Born 14 Aug 1893 in Virginia.72. vii. Maude. Born 30 Mar 1896 in Virginia.243. viii. Theodore Roosevelt (called Ted and Teddie). Born 4 Apr 1899 in Swords Creek.72. ix. Marcus Taulbert (called Tal, Talby, and Shorty). Born 13 Aug 1901 in Virginia.

73. Lydia Grace[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1870 in Russell Co., Va. She was enumerated in the 1870 Russell County census with her family on a farm in Lebanon-New Garden Twp., at 3-mo. of age. Died 13 Mar 1942. After her marriage she lived with her family near Selton, Va.

She married, first, Elihu Jackson Rasnick, son of Elijah Laforce Rasnick and Mary Breeding, 14 Jun 1893 in Dickenson Co., Va. Born 12 Mar 1863. Died 26 Aug 1901. He was a farmer and teacher. Lydia and he lived near Selton, Va.

Rasnick family information is available in Some Descendants of John Counts of Glade Hollow, by Elihu J. Sutherland. Children:

73. i. Pearl[5]. Born 22 Dec 1896.73. ii. Portia. Born ca. 1902.

iii. Burns. Died 1 Jan 1904.

She married, second, Charles Dunn Ford. Children:

73. iv. Charles Clay. Born 9 Jan 1911.73. v. Joe Walton.

74. Ida (also Josie)[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Nov 1873. Died 4 Sep 1952. She married Joseph Henry Rasnick, son of Elijah Laforce Rasnick and Mary Breeding, 7 Sep 1892 in Russell Co.,

Va. They were married by Jonas Rasnake. Born 5 Apr 1866 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 2 Jul 1935.They lived on his father’s old farm at Selton. He taught school one term; was commissioner of the revenue for Dickenson Co., Va. E District from 1908 to 1912; and was a Sandlick District school board member from 1917 to 1921. His farm adjoined that of Tige Rasnick and supported a fine sugar orchard. Children:

i. Woodford Grady[5] (called Grady). Born 7 Jul 1893. Died ca. 1940. He married Violet Sykes, daughter of James S. Sykes and Rhoda A. Rose, 22 Dec 1921 in Dickenson County.

ii. Charlie Herman. Born 7 Jul 1895. Died Dec 1967. He married Anna M. Jessee, daughter of Asa Jeter Jessee and Ida Ashby, 1 Feb 1917 in Dickenson County. He served in the 37th Infantry, 80th Division, Allied Expeditionary Force, 1917-1919. He was at Artois, St. Mihiel, and Mause Argonne.

iii. Esther May. Born 27 Jul 1897. Died after 1977. She married Grady Rasnick 18 May 1918 in Dickenson County.

iv. Lou Gladys. Born 28 Nov 1899. Died after 1977. She married S. Walter Deel, son of Noah M. Deel and Eunice Dyer, 9 Jun 1941 in Dickenson County.

v. Eddie Ethel. Born 24 Jul 1902. Died after 1977. She married Napoleon Boneparte Rasnick 19 Feb 1921 in Dickenson County.

vi. Reba Myrtle. Born 14 Aug 1904. Died after 1977. She married William Counts 9 May 1928 in Dickenson County.

vii. Susie Violet. Born 17 Feb 1907. Died after 1977. She married Arthur Counts 25 Oct 1929 in Dickenson County.

viii. Henry Tyler. Born 10 Mar 1909. Died 24 Oct 1962. He married Nannie Thomas, daughter of Albert Thomas, 26 Feb 1927 in Dickenson County.

ix. Nannie Jane. Born 6 Apr 1911. Died after 1977. She married Cecil Edwards 12 Apr 1935 in Dickenson County.

74. x. Woodrow Wilson. Born 11 Aug 1914. 74. xi. Lena Alpha (called Alpha). Born 22 Oct 1917 in Dickenson County.

75. Martin[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 28 Aug 1876 in the Lewis Creek section of Old Honaker, Russell Co., Va., near the mills. Died of a stroke 4 Aug 1957 while working his farm in the New Garden community south of Honaker. He was a farmer, an employee of the Lewis Creek grist mill; and for a number of years was employed by the Norfolk & Western Railroad.

Unknown newspaper, 5 Aug 1957: Martin Honaker, 81, of Honaker, Va., died yesterday at his home. He was born in Russell Co., Va., a son of the late John and Nancy Griffith Honaker. He was a farmer by occupation. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Joe Little and Mrs. Troy [Stinson], both of Honaker; a son, John Smith Honaker of Honaker; a foster daughter, Mary Ann Peck of Honaker; a sister, Ida Rasnake of Counts, Va. Services will be tomorrow at 1 p.m. at New Garden Primitive Baptist Church. The elders Rene Singleston and Lester Barker will officiate. Interment will be in the family cemetery. The body will be removed from Honaker Funeral Home this morning to the residence of the daughter, Mrs. Little.

He married Leanah (also Leah) Owen Osborne, daughter of William Riley Osborne and Hannah Isabelle Tuggle, at the home of her parents, 18 Jan 1899 in Russell County. The ceremony was performed by Elder John L. Boyd, a Primitive Baptist preacher. Born 12 Feb 1878. Died 28 Nov 1928. Martin, Leanah, their son Joseph, and Martin’s mother Nancy are buried on Martin’s old farm in the New Garden District. In the 1900 Russell County census the family was enumerated in New Garden District. In the 1910 census, they were still in Russell County. Children:

i. Murtie[5]. Born Sep 1893 at home on “The Cliffs,” near the Lewis Creek grist mill, near Honaker, Russell County. Died 16 Nov 1893 in Russell County. Buried Primitive Baptist Church Cem., Honaker.

ii. Nellie Gay. Born 23 May 1902 at The Cliffs. Died 14 Feb 1991. She married Joseph Thomas Little 27 Feb 1933. There were no children, but they raised Joseph’s niece Froncie Stiltner.

iii. Joseph Douglas. Born 28 Aug 1904 at The Cliffs. Died of pneumonia 25 Sep 1917.iv. John Smith (called Bud) (twin). Born 11 Oct 1908 in a log cabin in a deep hollow several miles

south of Honaker. Died 4 Apr 1998 in Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell Co., Va. He never married.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Apr 1998: Mr. John S. Honaker, age 89, of Rosedale, Va., formerly of Honaker, Va., passed away Saturday (Apr. 4, 1998) in Lebanon, Va. Born Oct. 11, 1908 in Coulwood, Va., he was a son of the late Martin and Leannah Osborne Honaker He had resided in [the] Honaker area all of his life before moving to Rosedale in 1989. He was formerly a sales representative of People’s Insurance Company and United American Insurance Company. He served on the Honaker Town Council for several years and attended the Primitive Baptist Church all of his life. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Little and Mrs. Susie Stinson, one brother, Joseph Honaker, and one foster sister, Mary Ann Peck. Survivors include four nieces, Mrs. Claude (Meddrice) Harris of Rosedale, Mrs. Leonard (Darlene) Harmon of Bristol, Va., Mrs. Jesse (Patty) Harmon of Lebanon, and Mrs. Eddie (Regina) Smith of Elk Garden; one special great nephew, Dennis Harris of Rosedale; three additional great nephews and one great niece; special loving caregiver, Patty Honaker. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Franklin Viers and Elder Otis Fields officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were Leonard Harmon, David Harmon, Dennis Harris, Brian Harmon, David Earl Harris, and Larry Cook. Honorary pallbearers were Rev. Lawrence Harrison, Rev. Miles Honaker, and Dr. Dwight Bailey. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

244. v. Susie Beulah (twin). Born 11 Oct 1908.vi. Mary Ann [Peck]. A foster daughter, she was born 30 Apr 1919 and died 14 Mar 1989. She was a

store clerk and a secretary for the Town of Honaker. She never married.

76. Thomas[4] Honaker (called Tom) (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1880 in Russell Co., Va.He married Maggie Hobbs 30 Dec 1908 in Russell County. Children (Their daughter Jean’s obituary indicated there

were other siblings, but did not name them; neither Martha’s nor Jean’s obituaries listed siblings except that Jean’s listed her twin):

245. i. Martha[5]. Born 3 May 1915 in Russell County.ii. Joyce (twin). Born 8 May 1931 in Russell County. Died before 2012. She married Unknown

Cruse.76. iii. Doris M. Jean (called Jean) (twin). Born 8 May 1931 in Russell County.

77. George Washington[4] Honaker (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Jul 1858 in Russell Co., Va. Died Sep 1938 in Russell County. Buried in the family Cem. on the Iradell Ray farm on Locust Curve, Thompson Creek, near Finney, Russell County. He was a blacksmith and farmer. He and his family were enumerated in the 1910 Russell County census.

He married, first, Arminda E. Wallace (also Arminta, Amanda, and Arminda Wells) daughter of James W. Wallace and Jane Unknown, 16 Aug 1879 in Lebanon, Russell County. Born 3 Apr 1856 in Russell County. Died 25 Apr 1912 in Russell County. Buried with her husband. The marriage license for George and Arminda inexplicably gives his mother as Nancy Ball and her father as Andy Wallis. Children:

i. Taze[5]. Born between 1880 and 1912. Died young.246. ii. Mary A. Born 1882 in Virginia.

iii. Nannie B. Born 1885. She married Samuel Owens 9 Apr 1903 in Russell County. They were married by J.R. Hubbard.

He married, second, Willetta Wallace (called Etta), daughter of George Wallace and Sarah E. Waldron, 2 Oct 1912 in Russell County. Born 26 Dec 1875 in Russell County. Died 10 Apr 1960 in Russell County. One researcher reported her as

Etta Boyd, suggesting that she may have married previously. George and Etta lived above Finney in the Thompson Creek area. Children:

iv. Kyle Denton. Born 18 Sep 1913 in Russell County. Died 12 Dec 1992 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Sutherland Family Cem. near Finney. He lived around Finney and Honaker, Russell County. He never married.

247. v. Ollie Mildred (called Mildred). Born 16 Dec 1915 on Thompson Creek near Finney.vi. Geraldine Lee. Born 18 Feb 1918 in Russell County. Died Feb 1939 in Finney. Buried on

Thompson Creek, possibly at the Iradell Ray farm.

78. Oscar[4] Honaker (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1861 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 28 Nov 1938 in Honaker. Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Thompson Creek, near Finney, Russell County. He and his family were enumerated in the 1870, 1880 and 1910 Russell County censuses in New Garden District.

He married Mary Ann Thompson 6 Jul 1882 in Russell County. Born 1865 in Honaker. Died 29 Nov 1939. Buried with her husband. Children:

248. i. Elbert Clark[5]. Born 1885 in Russell County.250. ii. Ive. Born 12 Mar 1887 in Coulwood.

iii. Evans. Born 1888 in Russell County. He married Cora Harris 3 Sep 1908 in Russell County. They were married by J.R. Hubbard.

iv. Maudie. Born 1889.v. Alfred L. Born 1891.

78. vi. Julia. Born 1893.vii. Bertha. Born 1896.viii. Fannie. Born 1897.ix. Ferd. Born 1902. He was ki9lled by a sheriff’s posse at his father’s house on Thompson Creek

sometime between 1931 and 1935.x. Arthur. Born 1906.

249. xi. Nathan Edward. Born 1907 in Coulwood, Russell County.xii. Lena. Born 1909.

79. Rachel Celia[4] Honaker (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1869 (also 1872) in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Dec 1948 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. Buried in Ross Campground Cem., Church Hill.

She married Iradell Ray (called Ira), son of James Ray and Margaret Griffith, 25 Feb 1890 in Lebanon, Russell County. They were married by John W. Stallard. Born 1866 in New Garden. Died 1919 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Thompson Creek, near Finney, Russell County. Children:

79. i. Ida Belle[5] (called Ida). Born 15 Dec 1893 in Russell County.79. ii. Charles Durham (called Charles). Born Jun 1895 in Honaker, Russell County.

iii. Robert. Born 1 Jun 1897 in Honaker, Va. Died 30 Mar 1980. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, unknown date: Robert Ray, 83, of Tunnel Hill, died Sunday at 8:20 p.m. at a local hospital after a long illness. He was born in Russell County and was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Eula Ray, Honaker; one sister, Cynthia Lockhart, Kingsport; and one brother, Obie C. Ray, Church Hill. Gent Brothers Funeral Home in Honaker is in charge.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, unknown date: Funeral services for Robert Ray will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Gent Brothers Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Raleigh Compton, the Rev. J.E. Marion and the Rev. Branch officiating. Burial will be in Lebanon Cem.. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7–9 p.m. Tuesday. Gent Brothers Funeral Home in Honaker is in charge.

Robert married Eula Mae Honaker, Martin descendant #192.iii., daughter of James Honaker and Sally Speenor, 9 Oct 1917 in Russell Co., Va. They were cousins through the Rays, Honakers, and Griffiths.

79. iv. Silas Arvin. Born 13 Jun 1899 in Honaker.79. v. Sparrell McCarty (called Carty). Born 25 Jun 1901 in Honaker.79. vi. Cynthia Katherine. Born 30 Mar 1903 in Honaker.

251. vii. Ivan Roosevelt (called Ted). Born 12 May 1905 in Honaker.252. viii. Obie Caney (called Obie). Born 8 Jun 1909 in Honaker.

80. William Linkous[4] Honaker (called Bud) (Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 27 May 1873 in Virginia. Died 22 Dec 1959 in Clincho, Dickenson Co., Va. Buried in Old Honaker Cem., Finney, Russell Co., Va.The 1880 Russell County census enumerated his family in New Garden District. The 1900 Dickenson County census enumerated his family in Fremont, Clintwood District.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 23 Dec 1959: William Lincus Honaker, 89, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alfred Greene, at Clincho, Va., Tuesday. Surviving in addition to Mrs. Greene are three other daughters, Mrs. Jack Sinkhorn, Mrs. Alice Sinkhorn, both of Junction City, Ky., and Mrs. Sam Combs Jr. of Clincho; one son, Ralph Honaker, of Honaker, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Honaker Funeral Home in Honaker. Burial will follow in the Honaker Cem..

He married Louvina Whitt (also Lavina, Lavinia and Vinnie) 27 Dec 1892 in Russell County. Born Apr 1877 in Virginia. Died 1944. Buried in Old Honaker Cem., Finney. Children:

i. Grace[5]. Born Feb 1895 in Virginia. Died in an influenza epidemic in the 1920s. She married James Taylor.

253. ii. Margie. Born 26 Oct 1902 in Virginia.254. iii. Ralph. Born 30 Dec 1903 in Dickenson County.255. iv. Alice. Born 19 Apr 1907.80. v. Tina. Born 16 Sep 1910. 80. vi. Mazie. Born 12 Jan 1916.

vii. Wilma. Born 7 May 1920. Died 29 Aug 1945. She married Lester Pullman.

81. James W.[4] Honaker (Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Mar 1858 in Finney or Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 1913 in Clintwood, Dickenson Co., Va. Buried in Honaker Cem., Camp Creek, Dickenson County. He was a farmer, storekeeper and miller. He and his family were enumerated in the 1920 Dickenson County census.

He married Margaret Jane Whitt, daughter of George W. Whitt and Isabelle Unknown, 20 Dec 1887 in Honaker. Born 27 Aug 1870 in Honaker. Died 5 Feb 1932 in Clintwood. Buried in Honaker Cem., Camp Creek. She also married John Mullins and Alex Rakes. Margaret’s father George W. Whitt married Margaret’s husband James W. Honaker’s mother, Mary, her third husband. Children:

i. Mary. Born 10 Feb 1889 in Clintwood. Died 6 Jun 1890 in Clintwood.81. ii. Minnie Alice[5]. Born 30 Sep 1890 in Finney. 256. iii. Jacob Toy (called Jake). Born 24 Jan 1892 in Finney.

iv. Henry Edward. Born 3 Jun 1894 in Clintwood. Died 9 Sep 1895 in Clintwood.v. Nannie Ollie. Born 10 May 1895 in Clintwood. Died 3 Feb 1899 in Clintwood.vi. Ada Bertha. Born 12 Feb 1897 in Clintwood. Died 7 Jan 1907 in Clintwood.vii. Levicy (also Lievesie and Lieueffie). Born 20 Apr 1900 in Clintwood. Died 30 Jan 1907 in

Clintwood.viii. Calvin. Born 9 Jan 1902 in Clintwood. Died 16 Jun 1967 in Clintwood.

257. ix. Annie Laura. Born 10 Mar 1907 in Clintwood.258. x. Edith Ettie. Born 24 Dec 1910 in Clintwood.

xi. Myrtle. Born 10 Mar 1913 in Clintwood. Died 30 Apr 1962 in Pound, Wise Co., Va. She married Palmer Mullins.

82. Emmaline Celia[4] Speenor (Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 May 1881 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Jun 1957 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Jackson Family Cem., Honaker. The 1910 Russell County census enumerated her family in Honaker District.

Unknown newspaper: Honaker, Va., June 16, 1957—Mrs. Emaline Speener Jackson, 77, of Honaker, Va., died today at 2:30 a.m. at the Mattie Williams Hospital in Richlands, Va. Survivors include her husband, Henry Edward Jackson of Honaker; two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Ball, of Lewis Center, Ohio, and Mrs. Carrie Boyd, of Honaker; eight sons, Marvin of Church Hill; Luther and Donald, Honaker; Carson, Claude, Cowan, Eugene and Arthur of Columbus, Ohio; and 26 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kyle Hubbard and the Rev. Roby Rasneck officiating. Burial will be in the family Cem. in Honaker. The body was moved to the home from Honaker Funeral Home at 4 p.m. Sunday.

She married Henry Edward Jackson (called Ed), son of Andrew Cowan Jackson and Isabelle Roman (called Ibbie), 18 Jan 1897 in Bristol, Va. Born 4 Oct 1874 in Honaker. Died 31 Dec 1957 in Honaker. Buried in Jackson Family Cem.

Unknown newspaper: Honaker, Va.—Henry Edward Jackson, 83, died at his home at 6 p.m. Tuesday, after a lingering illness. Survivors include seven sons, Marvin, Church Hill, Tenn.; Luther and Donald, Honaker; and Cowan, Claude, Arthur and Eugene Jackson all of Columbus, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Carrie Boyd, Honaker, and Mrs. Ethel Ball, Lewis Center, Ohio; 25 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. His wife, Mrs. Emaline Speener Jackson, died last June. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The body is at the Gent Funeral Home.

Children:

82. i. Ethel Mae[5]. Born 17 Sep 1897 in Virginia.82. ii. Arthur Henry. Born 12 Jul 1900 in Virginia. 82. iii. Luther Lilburn. Born 26 Oct 1902.82. iv. Carrie Lee. Born 9 Jul 1905 in Russell County.82. v. Marvin Warren. Born 7 Aug 1907 in Honaker.

vi. Carl. Born 1908. Died 1910. Buried in Jackson Family Cem., Honaker.vii. Lucille. Born 1909. Died 1910. Buried in Jackson Family Cem..

82. viii. Cowan Christian. Born 25 Dec 1910 in Virginia. ix. Claude Newton. Born 15 Aug 1914. Died 3 May 1981 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Whitehall

[Ohio] Cem.. He married Daisy Garrett.259. x. James Carson. Born 29 Aug 1917 in Honaker.

xi. Eugene William. Born 4 May 1920. Died 10 Jul 1998 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Hilliard [Ohio] Cem . He never married.

82. xii. Donald Edward. Born 5 Apr 1924 in Virginia.

83. Everett[4] Rhea (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1860 in Russell Co., Va. Died 28 Mar 1928. Buried in Meade Cem., Wilder, Russell County. Research by descendant Pauline Patrick Salyers disclosed he was an infant when his father died. After his mother remarried and relocated, he lost connection with the Ray family. After he married and lived between Glade Hollow and Lebanon, Russell County, he was on a cattle drive to Abingdon, Va., and stopped to visit his father’s grave. He found the name misspelled Rhea. Thinking it correct, he changed the spelling of his own name to Rhea.

He married Lettitia Meade, daughter of Nathaniel Meade and Catherine Elliott. Born 26 Dec 1866. Died 7 Feb 1916. Buried in Meade Cem.. Children (there were 13, eight of whom died as unknown or unnamed infants buried in Meade Cem.):

83. i. Nancy Jane[5].ii. Infant. Born May 1896. Died 18 Jun 1896.

83. iii. William (called Willie). Born 17 May 1897.iv. John. He married his Martin descendant cousin Ida[5] Taylor, daughter of Linzy Taylor and

Hannah Rasnake. There were no children.v. Wonnie.vi. Ora.

84. Charlie Albert[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Jun 1865.He married Mary Breeding Rasnake, widow of Noah Rasnake. In his book Some Descendants of John Counts of

Glade Hollow, Elihu J. Sutherland notes disagreement among researchers concerning Mary’s parents. The marriage record shows her to be the daughter of Andy and Mary Breeding. Noah’s brother Elijah reported that Mary was the daughter of Spencer Breeding and Hannah Hix. Born 24 Dec 1864. Died 10 Feb 1918 of Spanish influenza, a nationwide outbreak which claimed the lives of many including her youngest child Elija. Mary and Noah Rasnake’s child Hannah Rasnake married Charlie Albert Taylor’s younger brother Linzy. Thus Mary was Hannah’s mother and her sister-in-law. Children (of Charlie Albert Taylor and Mary Breeding Rasnake):

260. i. Robert[5]. Born 8 Oct 1891.261. ii. Cynthia. Born 9 Dec 1893.

iii. Celia. Born 18 Jan 1896. Died 4 May 1966. She married Tim Musick. Born 29 Sep 1873. They had no children of their own but raised orphan niece Mattie Dotson, daughter of Homer Dotson and Cynthia Taylor (Celia’s sister)

262. iv. Lydia. Born 8 Mar 1900.263. v. George. Born 2 Sep 1902.264. vi. Henry Paris. Born 24 Nov 1904.

265. vii. Winnie. Born 26 Oct 1907.viii. Elija. Died 1918 at a young age.

85. Cowan[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jun 1867. Died 16 Jun 1907 in Morefield, Russell Co., Va. Originally reported to us as killed in a railroad accident. In 2016 descendant Peggy Schoneweis reported that he and a black man were murdered alongside railroad tracks in Morefield, no longer a town, between Dante and St. Paul in Russell Co., Va.

He married, first, Mary Taylor, daughter of James Taylor and Nancy Jones, 1886. They divorced. Born 1864. Children:

i. Emory[5]. He was a deaf mute. He was raised by Cowan and his second wife until Cowan was murdered.

He married, second, Florence Sutherland, daughter of Johnson Sutherland and Margaret Browning, 1890. Her middle name may have been Elizabeth. Born 27 May 1873. Died 13 Jun 1921. Buried in Cleveland, Russell Co., Va. She married, second, Timothy Musick, son of Cumming Musick and Eliza Unknown, 8 Jul 1908. They may have divorced.Children (of Cowan and Florence):

85. ii. Clovis. Born 20 Mar 1893 in Castlewood, Russell Co., Va.266. iii. Sylvia B. Born 9 Jun 1899.

iv. Will (f.) Born 21 Jan 1906. Died 29 Apr 1995 in Wellston, Jackson Co., Ohio. She married Woodrow Campbell.

v. Martin. Born 15 Mar 1897. Died 11 Dec 1984. Buried in Frank Smith Cemetery, Honaker, Va.

86. Johnny[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1870.He married Hettie Unknown. Children:

i. Rachel[5]. Born Sep 1894.ii. Bessie. Born Dec 1897.

87. Linzy[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1873.He married Hannah Rasnake (called Coonie), daughter of Noah Rasnake and Mary Breeding. Born 1883. After

Hannah’s father died, her mother Mary married Linzy’s older brother Charlie Albert. Thus Mary was both mother and sister-in-law to Hannah. Children:

267. i. Ada[5]. Born 12 May 1899.268. ii. Dora. Born 1901.269. iii. Ibbie. Born 22 Jul 1902.

iv. Ida. She married John Rhea, son of Everett Rhea and Letitia Meade. They had no children.270. v. Noah Edward. Born 1906.271. vi. Tom Henry. Born 1910.272. vii. Isaac.273. viii. Walter (called Rosin).274. ix. Sallie.275. x. Mary.

88. Nancy[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr 1876. Died 1939.She married Soloman Grizzle. Born 1871. Died 1947. Children:

i. Bessie[5]. She married, first, Swanson Rasnake. She married, second, Joe Dirting. ii. Laura. She married Walter Thompson.iii. Charlie.iv. Martha. She married Clayton Smith.v. Harmon. He married Lizzie Grizzle, relationship unreported.vi. Walter. Born Jan 1876.

89. Jonas[4] Taylor (Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1878.He married Unknown. Children:

i. Nannie[5].ii. Rachel.iii. Tina.iv. Carrie. She married Howard Musick.v. Harvie.vi. Richard.

90. Angeline[4] Dye (called Sara) (Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jul 1876 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Nov 1928 in Russell County. Buried in Russell County.

She married John Wesley[5] Honaker (Martin[1]) 17 Mar 1891 in Russell County. Their line continues under his listing.

91. Elbert[4] Dye (Cynthia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born ca. 1877 in Russell Co., Va. Died of stomach cancer 15 Aug 1947 in Russell County. Buried Whitt-Dye Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell County. The cemetery is near the family farm.

He married Alice Mary[5] (Martin[1]) Honaker 16 Feb 1898 in Russell County at the home of Martin Honaker. The marriage license gave his name as Albert Dye, age 20; she was 16. They were married by John C. Boyd. Alice was born ca. 1883 in Russell County. Buried Whitt-Dye Cemetery. They lived on a farm near Thompson Creek on Big A Mountain near Honaker, Va. As they grew older they divided the farm among their five living children and moved into a house which their son Leonard built for them on his portion of the property. They lived there until Elbert died. Alice then visited extensively with her children and grandchildren. She loved to travel and the experience was entertaining for everyone because something funny would always happen. On one occasion the family was making a trip and with each stop her grandson asked if she needed to use the restroom. She declined. Finally she said that if she didn’t find a toilet soon she would have to go in the car. “Grandma,” he said, “I asked you if you needed to go to the restroom.” To which she replied, “I don’t need to rest, but I do need to go to the toilet.” Alice had diabetes but still lived to be nearly 81. Children:

i. Dellie[5]. Born 1900 in Russell County. Died of pneumonia 1918 in Russell County. She was sickly throughout childhood.

ii. Lonnie. Born 1902.iii. Charlie. Born 1904 in Russell County. Died 1924 in Finney, Russell County. He was killed by

police in a case of mistaken identity. He and friends were hunting near Finney, Va., and stopped to sleep in an abandoned house. Police were looking for two fugitives in the area, and in the confusion, Charlie was shot. He was taken into Finney where he died.

280. iv. Myrtle. Born 1906 in Russell County.281. v. Leonard. Born 15 Apr 1909 in Honaker, Russell County.282. vi. Ollie. Born 25 Feb 1911 in Russell County.283. vii. Jettie Thelma. Born 8 Apr 1913 in Coulwood, Russell County.284. viii. Gertie. Born 11 Jun 1917 in Honaker, Russell County.

92. Bettie[4] Dye (Cynthia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Mar 1885. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.She married Robert[5] Honaker (Martin[1]) 30 Mar 1904 in Russell County. Their children continue under his

listing.

93. Benjamin Franklin[4] McGlothlin (Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Feb 1866 in Blackford, Russell Co., Va. Died 14 Jan 1948 on Skeggs Branch, Buchanan Co., Va. Buried Skeggs Branch.

He married Anna Louise Jackson 10 Feb 1887 in Garden Creek, Buchanan Co., Va. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W.H. Vandyke, Baptist minister. Born 9 Oct 1871 on Skeggs Branch. Died 24 Dec 1937 on Skeggs Branch. Buried McGlothlin Cem., Skeggs, Buchanan County. Children:

290. i. Edgar Palestine[5]. Born 21 Jul 1889 in Youngs Branch.291. ii. Harvey Gray. Born 31 Jul 1891 in Youngs Branch.292. iii. Henry Lewis. Born 12 Sep 1893 in Youngs Branch.293. iv. John Wyatt. Born 15 Jul 1896 in Youngs Branch.

v. Isom M. Pearl. Born 17 Oct 1898 in Youngs Branch, Va. Died 10 Feb 1899.294. vi. Frankie Mae. Born 17 Dec 1899 in Youngs Branch.

vii. unnamed (twin). Born and died 20 Feb 1902 in Youngs Branch.

viii. unnamed (twin). Born and died 20 Feb 1902 in Youngs Branch.295. ix. Benjamin Franklin, Jr. Born 24 Apr 1903 in Youngs Branch.296. x. Jacob Stuart. Born 23 May 1905 in Youngs Branch.297. xi. Nancy Louise Annie. Born 26 Jul 1906 in Youngs Branch.298. xii. Rose Myrtle. Born 13 Jun 1911 in Skeggs Branch.299. xiii. Woodrow Wilson. Born 22 May 1914 in Skeggs Branch.300. xiv. Helen Edith. Born 18 Apr 1919 in Skeggs Branch.

94. John Patton[4] McGlothlin (Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Mar 1873 in Youngs Branch, Va.He married Nellie Jane McGlothlin, daughter of Jacob Jesse McGlothlin and Caroline Looney. Born 1884 on

Skeggs Branch. Children:

301. i. Sherman Benjamin[5]. Born 14 Mar 1901 in Skeggs, Buchanan Co., Va.ii. Sally Caroline. Born 1903. She married Clarence J. Starky.iii. Julia Stella. She married Joseph W. McCoy.iv. Luther Jefferson. He married Carrie Shortridge.v. Jacob Jess. Born 3 Mar 1910. He married Lola Fuller.vi. George Washington. Born 15 Sep 1912. He married Mae Greer.vii. Ralph Sidney. Born 27 Nov 1914. Died Jun 1984. He married Louise Lettie Greer.viii. Leonard Shaw. Born 21 Apr 1917. He married Doris Kriner.ix. Delford Wilson. Born 9 May 1920. He married Mary Mosow.x. Ida Virginia Belle. She married Charles F. Jones.xi. Orpah Jane. She married Michael Shmel.xii. John Dewey. Born 1927. He married Bernice Reeves.

95. Napoleon Bonapart[4] Honaker (called Bone) (James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Dec 1858 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Oct 1923 as a result of an automobile accident in Brushfork (also reported as Bluefield), Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Hale Cem., Bluewell, Mercer County. In 1900 the census found him and his family in New Garden District, Russell Co., Va., where they were also enumerated in 1910. He owned the Honaker Hotel in Honaker, Va. Several articles in this book’s appendices mention him.

He married, first, Rosina Elizabeth Wysor (called Betty). Born Jun 1859 in Virginia. Children:

i. Rosa[5]. Born Dec 1880 in Virginia.302 ii. Ella. Born 21 Feb 1884 in Virginia.

iii. James. Born Jan 1888 in Virginia. He married Alice Stinson.iv. Mary Mollie. Born Dec 1890 in Virginia. She married Calvin Butts.

He married, second, Martha Ann Butt, daughter of Harrison Butt and Lucile Harris, 22 Mar 1917 in Princeton, Mercer Co., W.Va. He was 58 and she was 60. Born 10 Sep 1856 in Yards, Tazewell Co., Va. Died of diabetes mellitus 2 Mar 1931 in Bluewell, Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Hale Cem., Bluewell. She married, first, J. Bailey Hale and had several children in that marriage including James Edward Hale and Charles R. Hale. J. Bailey Hale is buried in Hale Cem., Bluewell.

96. Nancy Dickenson[4] Honaker (called Nannie) (James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 1863 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Her birthdate first was reported to us as 9 Jan 1859, which too close to the birthdate of her brother Napoleon Bonapart. The 1870 Russell County census gave her age as 7, which indicates a birth year of 1863. Her first marriage application recorded her age as 16, which corroborates 1863. The gravestone does not give dates. Died 1937 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

She married, first, William Robert Stinson (called Robert), son of William Henry Stinson and Nancy B. Jessee, 11 Sep 1879 in Russell County. They were married by G.A. Frazier. Born 1852. Died of pneumonia ca. 1890, after running logs on the Levisa Fork tributary of the Big Sandy River, southwest Virginia. Children:

i. Will[5].ii. Dick.iii. Minnie. She married William Burns.

96. iv. Arthur Dallas (called Jack). Born ca. 1885 in Honaker, Va.

She married, second, Powatan Boatman Meadows, son of James A. Meadows (b. 1825 in Franklin Co., Va., d. 1888, bu. Dunn Cem., Peterstown, Monroe Co., W.Va.) and Lucy Dillon (b. 9 Oct 1848 in Monroe County, d. 1880, bu. Dunn Cem.), 11 Mar 1890 in Russell County. Buried Clark Cem., Honaker, Va. Children:

303. v. Mona.304. vi. Una.

97. Charles Aston[4] Honaker (James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 5 Jan 1874 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 18 May 1926 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Highland Cem., Norton, Wise Co., Va.

He married Lucy Aston Comann, daughter of Junius Coemann and Lucy Ann Wilkins, 28 Apr 1891. Born 29 Oct 1871 in Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 28 Oct 1959 in Huntington. Buried Woodmere Cem., Huntington. In the 1880 census they were living in the New Garden District, Russell Co., Va.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 1994 (with photographs): Memories of Old Honaker, by Coe Honaker MarshEd. Note—In our last newsletter, Nancy Burkett wrote of her childhood memories in Honaker, Va. This quarter, we present recollections from an earlier time. In those days, house fires were common, which was how the author came to be born in “the coffin house.”

The early summer of 1906 was very hectic. My family had come back to Honaker, Va., from Washington, D.C., where my dad had been working in the U.S. Printing Office. They moved into the old family home which had been built of logs and wood by Martin Honaker.

On a Sunday morning that June, my dad had taken my two brothers, Paul and Roy, to services at the Honaker Methodist Church. My mother Lucy, my grandmother Lucy Comann, and my sister Ruby were at home when fire broke out in the chimney. Ruby ran all the way to the church, right up to the minister, and called, “Our house is on fire!” The whole congregation left and joined in fighting it, but the old Martin Honaker home and all that was in it was destroyed. Our family was safe, and that was all that mattered.

My grandfather, Harvey Honaker, had a building on the back of the lot. It was called “the coffin house” because he bought coffins and had them lined there. It had three rooms and housed our family nicely. It was in this house that I was born after the fire, Dec. 19, 1906. Meanwhile, our new house was under construction. In one year, it was finished and we moved in. I took my first steps on the day we moved into the house—some way to celebrate! We lived here until I was five years old. It was a happy time!

The back steps of our house led to the kitchen and dining room. The dining room was light and airy with a dormer window. The children’s bedroom was in front, separated from the parlor by beaded draperies which shook all the time. Mama would put us to bed and I was afraid of the noise they made.

We got a telephone on the parlor wall by the front door. Oh, joy! The kitchen had a coal cooking stove and a washstand. Papa finally built an addition to the kitchen, which was a great help, because it meant we didn’t have to go outside to the bathroom! Papa kept his apples and potatoes down in our cellar, which was cold and dry. I never went there alone—it was dark. The walls were about two feet thick and made of solid rock. There was a stone wall fence from the big gate to the cellar.

The front porch was our pride and joy. It lapped around two sides of the house. It had a swing and two big wicker chairs. That’s where the family and friends gathered in the summer evenings. Mrs. Steel, our neighbor, would come down and visit mama. Her daughter, Virginia, and I would catch fireflies—then end up on our mama’s laps, tired, but oh, so happy.

The spring was quite a distance from the house. It was one of the best ones in town. It had cold, clear water and many families used it. It was surrounded on three sides with stone, and had a huge rock over the top. It was my dad’s pride and joy. He would take a dipperful, and say, “That’s real good.” The stream from the spring was a good place to set our crocks of milk. I would always go to the spring with mama, who would carry two large buckets of water. I always went along with my little bucket to help. I was probably a hindrance because I would set my bucket down and crawl all over the rocks. My long dresses were a nuisance to walk in. Everywhere mama went I was always at her heels.

Papa worked on the Honaker Herald newspaper and later the Bluefield Daily Telegraph. He was away from home quite a bit and we had to take care of things. He bought a black and white cow by the name of Pet. I was afraid of her, so I was very unhappy when mama went to milk. I told you that I followed mama every where. I hated that cow—I didn’t even like her milk. Mama did most of the work around the place because papa was at work. Paul, my brother, was a teenager and he helped, but he and Ruby and Roy were all in school. My uncle Tanny Meadows and papa had a lot of bee hives down near the orchard. They would put on a tall hat with a wire veil and gloves and smoke out the bees that swarmed in a tree. One day I’d been to the orchard picking up apples. On my way home, the bees swarmed all over me. I was clawing them off and crying. Paul saw me and got rid of them. I have never liked honey since.

Paul and Roy built a merry-go-round down in the back garden near the quince bushes. They would get on and really go around! One day, Virginia Steel and I were on it and the boys ran us around so fast that we got sick. Oh, what a bad experience!

When I was two or three years old, we moved to Ashland, Ky., for a few months and then went back to Honaker. My aunt Nancy Meadows lived across the road from us. She was my papa’s sister. I loved her very much. She had two daughters, Mona and Una, who were older than I, but I liked to be with them. There weren’t many children for me to play with except for Virginia. Her mother was fat and jolly. She would give us homemade bread and butter and a glass of cold milk. Occasionally she gave us an egg each and we would take it to the store across the road and Uncle Bone Honaker would give us a piece of candy for the egg. That was a special treat.

The only time I remember mama whipping me was the day I slipped off and went to Virginia’s. I’d been told not to go, so I went up by the creek instead of the road. I knew mama would see me if I went up the road. I hadn’t been there very long when I saw mama coming. She had a little switch in her hand so I started running home. Believe me, I made the dust fly! Every time mama got near me she gave me a little switching around the legs. I really didn’t get much, though, because I could really run!

I started the first grade of school about the middle of the term. I remember going one day and it was snowing and I was a little late. I couldn’t get the heavy schoolhouse door open, so I cried and went back home. When I was in the first grade, I went by a corner grocery store and each time I went to school I would stop at the store and get one penny’s worth of candy. I thought the man was just giving me the candy. He was tops in my mind! I didn’t dare get but one piece at a time for fear he might ask for money. I had my first taste of real life when papa got the bill. He said, “Coe, have you been buying candy and having it charged to me?”

“No, papa, I just stopped at the store and the man would give me a piece of candy.” That was my first lesson in finances.

We lived in our beautiful new home until papa moved us to Bluefield. In all the years I’ve been away from our home in Honaker, those years are my dearest memories. It was my first home and I love it. It will always be in my heart.Coe Marsh retired after 37 years as a West Virginia elementary school teacher. She lives in Huntington, W.Va., and is the grandmother of four. Her daughters Sheila Lynn Marsh Johnson and Linda Coe Marsh Browne are members of our association.

Children:

305. i. Paul Luther[5]. Born 17 Mar 1892 in Big Stone Gap, Wise Co., Va.ii. Pearl L. Born 11 Jun 1894 in Honaker. Died 6 Aug 1896. Buried Highland Cem., Norton, Va.

306. iii. Ruby Mahalia. Born 18 Sep 1896 in Norton.307. iv. Roy Thomas. Born 5 Sep 1898 in Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tenn. 308. v. Lucy Comann (called Coe). Born 19 Dec 1906 in Honaker, Va.

98. Mary Alice[4] Barrett (Rebecca F.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Mar 1860 in Russell Co., Va.She married John Wesley Davis. Children:

309. i. Ida Barrett[5]. Born 18 Jun 1881 in Grundy, Buchanan Co., Va.

99. Belle Donna[4] Barrett (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 May 1865 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 1 Mar 1950 in Russell County. Buried Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641, east of Blackford, Russell County.

She married James Fullen Taylor 5 Jun 1884. Born 28 Mar 1863. Died 6 Jan 1948. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery. Children (all born in Russell County.)

310. i. Maggie H.[5] Born 12 Mar 1885.311. ii. Ollie Pearl. Born 12 May 1889.312. iii. Carl W. Born 8 Jan 1891.313. iv. Lula E. (called Lou). Born 2 Apr 1893.

v. Gracie. Born 17 Jun 1895. Died in a fire 19 Oct 1898.314. vi. Robert P. (called Bob) Born 16 Jan 1897.

vii. Clyde I. Born 16 Jun 1902. He married Irene Unknown.315. viii. Paul J. (called Jack) Born 26 May 1906.

100. James Harvey[4] Barrett (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Aug 1868 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 26 Dec 1948. Buried Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641 east of Blackford, Russell County.

He married Ella May, daughter of Peter J. May and Mary R. Richardson, 14 May 1890. Born 12 Feb 1873 in Russell County. Died 28 Mar 1953 in Russell County. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery. Ella was a great granddaughter of John May and Elizabeth[2] Honaker (Jacob[1]). (Ella[5], Peter J[4] May, Jacob[3] May, John[2] May, James Harvey[1] May). Children (all born in Russell County):

316. i. Minnie B.[5] Born Nov 1892.317. ii. William E. (called Will) Born 15 Aug 1893.318. iii. Benjamin Franklin (called Ben). Born 18 Nov 1895.319. iv. Robert Lee (called Bob). Born 29 Dec 1898.320. v. Mary E. Born 3 Mar 1900.

vi. John. Born 1 Jun 1903. Died 13 Jan 1914 in Russell County. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery.

321. vii. Bessie Estelle. Brn 27 Jan 1907.viii. James Noah (called Toots.) Born ca. 1908 in Russell County. Died of rabies ca. 1926 in Russell

County. He married Hattie Burke.322. ix. Hazel. Born ca. 1913.

101. John T.[4] Barrett (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Apr 1871 or 1872 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Jan 1938 in Gardner, Va. Buried Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641 east of Blackford, Russell County.

He married Myrtle B. Duff (called Myrtie) 26 Feb 1903 in Russell County. Born 4 Oct 1884. Died 3 Jul 1975. Children:

i. Guy[5]. Born ca. 1904 in Virginia. He married Eula Moore.ii. Fred. Born cda. 1908. He married Sandra Barnett.

323. iii. Hugh Douglas. Born 27 Dec 1914 in Russell County.

102. Edward Robert[4] Barrett (called Bob) (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Apr (also 15 Aug) 1873 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 13 Jul 1956 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

Hemarried Mattie Jane Ball, daughter of Charles Ball and Mariah Dye, 4 Feb 1897 in Gardner, Va. Died 9 Aug 1969. Children:

i. A. Earl Ball[5]. Born 4 Mar 1900 in Gardner. Died 18 Feb 1918 in Gardner.324. ii. Harold Kinsey. Born 11 Apr 1898 in Gardner.

iii. Rader Monteville. Born 17 Aug 1902 in Gardner. Died 10 Nov 1919 in Gardner.iv. Flossie Lee. Born 15 Mar 1905 in Gardner. Died 17 Nov 1918 in Gardner.

325. v. Sadie Mae (called Rhea.) Born 8 Mar 1908 in Gardner.326. vi. Stuart Henry Carter. Born 30 Oct 1911 in Gardner.327. vii. Woodrow Wilson (called Woody). Born 28 Jun 1915 in Honaker.328. viii. Edward Robert, Jr. (called Choke) Born 5 Apr 1921 in Honaker.

103. Charles Elkanah (also Elcaney)[4] Barrett (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Apr 1876 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Jan 1955. Buried Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641 east of Blackford, Russell County.

He married Maude Ellen Ball, daughter of Charles Ball and Mariah Dye, 28 Nov 1901 in Russell County. Born 19 Aug 1880. Died 29 Apr 1969. Children:

i. Elmerine Marie[5] (called Elmer). Born 13 Nov 1902 in Virginia. Died 16 Nov 1975. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery. He married Holly (also Hallie) Murray Saunders.

ii. Ralph Major. Born 2 May 1911 in Virginia. Died 2 Oct 1937 in Welch, W.Va. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery.

iii. Mary Sue. Born 8 Feb 1915 inVirginia. Died 21 Sep 1960. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery. She married Ray Neal.

104. Elbert Wise[4] Barrett (called Cap) (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Feb 1878 at the forks of the Clinch and Little Rivers, Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Oct 1945. Buried Robert Barrett Cem., Rt. 641 east of Blackford, Russell County.

He married, first, Mary Wiggie Hale (also Indy Wiggins Hale), daughter of John T. Hale and Martha Compton, 20 Jun 1899 in Russell County.

He married, second, Mary Ellen Harper (called Ella), daughter of Almarine F. Harper and Mary Jane Davis of Belfast, Russell County, 28 Oct 1900 in Belfast. Born 16 Jul 1881 in Belfast. Died 3 Jan 1958. Buried Robert Barrett Cemetery. Children:

i. Paul[5]. Born 1 Oct 1901. Died 25 Dec 1901.ii. Arch Wendell. Born 14 Oct 1902 or 1903 in Virginia. Died 18 Sep 1970 in Lebanon, Russell

County. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. He never married.329. iii. Ruby Irene. Born 16 Jan 1906 in Russell County330. iv. Hattie Udell (called Dell). Born 12 May 1908 in Russell County.

v. Virginia Mae. Died as an infant.vi. Charles. Died as an infant.vii. Unnamed. Died as an infant.

105. Mollie A.[4] Barrett (Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born Sep 1887 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.She married William Howard 20 Nov 1908 in Russell County. Born 26 Sep 1883. Died Nov 1966. Children:

i. Clarence[5].ii. Earline.iii. Paul.

106. Cordelia[4] Owens (Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Apr 1864 in Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Feb 1949 in Honaker, Russell County. Buried Owens Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell County.

She married Franklin Chrisman Ball (also reported as Frank Christman Ball) son of John Wesley Ball and Rebecca Ball, 11 Feb 1890 in Russell County. Born 18 Jan 1866 in Honaker. Died 12 Jul 1964 in Honaker. Buried Owens Cemetery. He was a house painter, farmer, and did a little carpentry. He was a member of International Order of Odd Fellows Lodge No. 208. He and Cordelia lived and worked in the area known as Ball Town, Big A Mountain, Russell County, and their children owned adjoining land and lived nearby. He could read without glasses up to his death at age 98. He was survived by his daughters Arley Gent of Bristol, Tenn., Nora Ball of Honaker, Va., and Ruby Denny of Paris, Ark.; sons Elden, Walter, Earl and Herbert of Honaker, Va.; and Carl of Jewell Ridge, Va.; two half sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Thompson and Mrs. Leona Stillwell; 27 grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Children:

106. i. Vernie Albert[5]. Born 15 Apr 1891 in Honaker.106. ii. Elden Cummings (also seen as Eldon). Born 6 Jul 1892 in Honaker.

iii. Nora. Born 19 Nov 1893 (also reported as 29 Nov) in Virginia. In 1964 she lived in Honaker, Va. Died 1 Feb 1972 in Virginia. She never married.

iv. Walter Franklin. Born 2 Mar 1895. Died 8 Mar 1974 in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla. He was reported to have married Nora A. Ball, b. 1893, d. 1972; however her name and years of birth and death are the same as his older sister’s, and we don’t know whether his marriage information is correct.

106. v. Earl Thomas (twin). Born 7 Jul 1896 in Honaker.106. vi. Carl (twin). Born 7 Jul 1896 in Honaker.106. vii. Herbert Clarence. Born 10 Dec 1899 in Honaker.106. viii. Arley Jane. Born 3 Sep 1901 in Bristol, Tenn.106. ix. Ruby Victoria. Born 6 Oct 1903 in Honaker.

x. Garnet. Born 23 Nov 1905 in Virginia. Died 20 Nov 1932. xi. Hobart. Born 9 May 1907 in Virginia. Died 24 May 1907 in Virginia.

107. Major Allen[4] Ball (Martin Van Buren[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born Jan 1858 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va.He married Elizabeth Ferguson. Born 28 Oct 1861 in Greenup Co., Ky. Died 14 May 1929. Children:

i. Martin Allen[5]. Born 19 Dec 1880 in Greenup County.331. ii. Ida Bell. Born 11 Aug 1881 in Prescott, Yavapai Co., Ariz.332. iii. Thomas Jefferson. Born 7 Aug 1883 in Ashland, Boyd Co., Ky.333. iv. Mary Essie. Born 27 Jun 1885 in Ashland.334. v. Minnie Ola. Born 27 Nov 1887 in Waldo, Columbia Co., Ariz.335. vi. William Everett. Born 29 Oct 1889 in Waldo.336. vii. Hattie Mae. Born 3 Feb 1892 in Waldo.

337. viii. Henry Herbert. Born 14 Feb 1895 in Waldo.ix. Walter. Born and died 1899.

108. Caldonia Victoria[4] Thompson (called Callie) (Cosbie Catherine[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Mar 1865 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1 Nov 1937 in Franklin, Crawford Co., Kan.

She married George Dougherty 25 Aug 1881 in Russell Co., Va. Born 1 Oct 1860 in Lebanon, Russell County. Died 21 Apr 1952 in Ottawa, Franklin Co., Kan. His wife Callie was a niece of Mormon patriarch Elihu Kisor[3] Ball, whose memoir in this book mentions George. Children:

338. i. Sallie Mae[5]. Born 31 May 1882 in Alamosa, Alamosa Co., Colo.339. ii. Elmer Andrew. Born 14 Dec 1883 in Alamosa.340. iii. Coy Ellis. Born 20 Jun 1885 in Cheney, Sedgwick Co., Kan.

iv. Myrtle. Born ca. 1886 in Cheney. Died ca. 1888.v. Russell. Born ca. 1887 in Cheney. Died before 1900.

341. vi. Bert Carson. Born 6 Jul 1891 in West Plains, Howell Co., Mo.vii. Ernest Rufus. Born 16 Nov 1893 in West Plains. Died 24 Apr 1963 in Denver, Denver Co., Colo.

He married Rose Wettstein ca. 1927 in Pueblo, Pueblo Co., Colo. Born 20 Feb 1890 in Pittsburg, Crawford Co., Kan. Died 18 Dec 1989 in Pueblo.

viii. Elbert Otis. Born 2 Jul 1896 in West Plains. Died 11 Jul 1928.342. ix. Edgar Earl. Born 5 Feb 1899 in West Plains.343. x. Ralph. Born 8 Sep 1903 in LeLoup, Franklin Co., Kan.344. xi. Ruth Edna. Born 17 Dec 1905 in LeLoup.

109. Keturah C.[4] Ball (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 May 1865 in Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Nov 1922.

She married Luther Albertus Black 6 Nov 1893. Born 1 Mar 1849 in Franklin, Venango Co., Pa. Children:

i. Lester A.[5] Born 30 Jan 1897 in Cheney, Sedgwick Co., Kan. He married Mollie Messner 29 Oct 1919.

110. Melvin S.[4] Ball (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Dec 1867 in Russell Co., Va.He married Mollie Keef 3 Oct 1890. Born Nov 1865 in Peoria, Peoria Co., Ill. Children:

345. i. Willard[5]. Born 6 Jul 1892 in Cheney, Sedgwick Co., Kan.346. ii. Alta. Born 27 Mar 1893 in Murdock, Kingman Co., Kan.347. iii. George. Born 1 Nov 1896 in Murdock.348. iv. Mildred. Born 1 Aug 1902 in Mutual, Woodward Co., Okla.

v. Naomi. Born 4 Aug 1907 in Mutual. She married Benjamin Byron Terry 11 Sep 1927.

vi. Frances. Born 15 Jan 1909 in Mutual. Died 25 Jun 1910.

111. Mary Catherine[4] Ball (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 May 1870.She married James Roberts 4 Oct 1891. Born 23 May 1864. Children:

i. Gladys[5]. Born 1 Sep 1892 in Sedgwick Co., Kan. She married Walter James Bingham.ii. Hazel. Born 1894 in Sedgwick County.iii. Jay Marlin. Born 20 Jul 1897 in Sedgwick County. He married Edna Bish.iv. Guila. Born 18 May 1900 in Woodward Co., Okla. She married Grover Livingood.v. Ester Marjorie. Born 12 Mar 1903 in Woodward County.vi. Edna. Born 8 Jul 1905 in Woodward County. She married Hugh Ashcroft.vii. Iris. Born 21 Sep 1907 in Woodward County. She married Curtis Harkers.viii. Bryan (twin). Born 21 May 1912 in Woodward County.ix. Bertie Lee (twin). Born 21 May 1912 in Woodward County.

112. Ida B.[4] Ball (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Nov 1872.She married Andrew Jackson Neel 26 Feb 1890. Born 24 Jan 1863 in Muncie, Delaware Co., Ind. Children:

i. Homer Henry[5]. Born 8 Dec 1890 in Cheney, Sedgwick Co., Kan. He married Jessie Stranton 26 Feb 1916.

ii. Eva Cecil. Born 20 Dec 1892 in Cheney. Died 22 Mar 1906.iii. Ralph. Born 20 Dec 1892 in Cheney. Died 13 Apr 1895.iv. Bertha Edna. Born 17 Jul 1896 in Woodward Co., Okla.v. Mabel J. Ivan. Born 13 Jan 1906 in Woodward County. She married Diamond Phillips 15 Oct

1922.vi. Eddie Orville (twin). Born 20 Sep 1910 in Woodward County. He married Vertie Sterwab 22 Jun

1923.vii. Elton Earnest (twin). Born 20 Sep 1910 in Woodward County.viii. Ethel Marie. Born 9 Jul 1912 in Woodward County.

113. Isaac William[4] Ball (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Apr 1876. Died Aug 1920 in Russell Co., Va.He married Maude Florence 12 Feb 1903. Born 1883 in Republic, Republic Co., Kan. Children:

i. Francis[5]. Born 1906 in Mutual, Woodward Co., Okla. Died 9 Dec 1906.ii. Helen Adams. Born 25 Jul 1919 in Buffalo, Harper Co., Okla.

114. Ellenora[4] Ball (twin) (John Wesley[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Aug 1880 in Russell Co., Va.She married, first, Wash Harris.She married, second, William Clapham 25 Dec 1900. Born 12 Jan 1874. Children (all born in Mutual, Woodward

Co., Okla.:

i. Guy Mar[5]. Born 10 Jul 1902. He married Grace McMillan 6 Sep 1926.ii. Edna Pauline. Born 24 Jun 1906. Died 14 Jun 1908.iii. Milo Alfred. Born 12 Feb 1909. He married Velma Agnes Burt 28 Dec 1928.iv. Velma Maxine. Born 14 Oct 1913v. Wilbur Gaylord. Born 18 Jun 1916. He married Elsie Musselman.vi. Donald W. Born 22 Feb 1919. He married Esther Unknown.

115. William O.P.[4] Ball (William Lee[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jan 1874. Died 1952 in Wichita, Sedgwick Co., Kan.

He married Ethel Anise Stewart. Born 1881 in Ruthven, Palo Alto Co., Iowa. Children:

i. Lee Henry[5]. Born 12 Sep 1889. He married Malach A. Bowers.ii. Rosa. Born 28 Jun 1901 in Jet, Alfalfa Co., Okla. Died 10 Oct 1927. She married Roy

Schwentz 1919.iii. Harold Peby. Born 28 Jan 1903 in Jet. He married Willa Brooks 1929.iv. Jessie William. Born 22 Dec 1904 in Jet.v. Lawrence Eugene. Born 28 Apr 1908 in Jet. Died 3 May 1908 in Jet.vi. Lucille Anise. Born 28 Jun 1910 in Jet. Died 2 Aug 1912.vii. William Frank. Born 28 Dec 1913. He married Pearl Long 1938.viii. Nora Louise. Born 19 Oct 1916. Died 21 May 1917.

116. Sarah Louise Jane[4] Ball (William Lee[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 May 1876. Died 17 Dec 1951.She married Frank Simonton. Children:

i. Carl F.[5] Born 23 Jul 1894 in Jet, Alfalfa Co., Okla. Died Dec 1901.ii. Bert Bishop. He married Myrtle Russell.

117. Maude Barella[4] Ball (William Lee[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Oct 1882. Died 31 May 1946.She married Henry Erlewein. Born 23 Oct 1876 in Heidelberg, Germany. Children:

i. Fern L.[5] Born 1 Dec 1904 in Pond Creek, Grant Co., Okla.ii. Fay B. Born 14 Nov 1906 in Pond Creek.

118. Ellenora E.[4] Ball (William Lee[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Apr 1889 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., UtahShe married Charles George. Children:

i. Virgil C.[5] Born 19 May 1898 in Jet, Alfalfa Co., Okla.ii. Dulcie E. Born 11 Jul 1900 in Jet. Died 19 Aug 1913.

119. Lillie Hortense[4] Ball (William Lee[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Apr 1888.She married George Nall 19 Jan 1970. Born 5 Jul 1883. Children:

i. Dean Vernon[5]. Born 1 Jan 1908. He married Edna Martin in Jet, Alfalfa Co., Okla.ii. Berdeen Violet. Born 1 Nov 1914. She married Clarence Kephart in Jet.iii. Michael George. Born 10 Feb 1916. He married Marjorie Kilgo in Jet.

120. Alfonzo Felix[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jul 1867 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Jun 1928 in Wayne Co., W.Va.

He married Cora Webb, daughter of Samuel Webb and Margaret Wilson. Born 10 Aug 1873 (also reported as 1865) in Ft. Gay, Wayne Co., W.Va. Died 4 Jul 1960 in Morrow Co., Ohio. Children:

349. i. Tina[5]. Born 15 Mar 1890 in West Virginia.ii. Alta (called Altie). Born 14 Aug 1893. Died 23 Dec 1893.

350. iii. Gilmer. Born 1 Dec 1894 in Ft. Gay.351. iv. Evan Wallace. Born 27 Jan 1897 in Ft. Gay.

v. Lillie. Born 7 Jan 1900. Died 7 Sep 1907.vi. Odsie (also Asdie). Born 18 Jan 1902. Died 17 Feb 1905.

352. vii. Grace. Born 14 May 1904 in Ft. Gay.353. viii. Blanche. Born 17 Apr 1907 in Ft. Gay.

ix. Viola. Born 26 Feb 1910. She married Edgar Wilson.x. Gladys. Born 6 Oct 1912.xi. Oden. Born 3 Apr 1913. Died 19 Jul 1913.

121. C. Alex[4] Ball (called Ellick) (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Mar 1870 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 14 Jan 1920 in Honaker, Russell County.

He married Louisa Harris. Born 27 Feb 1883. Children:

i. Cora[5]. Born 15 Aug 1898. She married Henry Cox.ii. Virgie. Born 12 May 1900.iii. Bailey. Born 17 Jun 1902. He married Tina Whitehead.iv. Lily. Born 10 May 1904. She married Alex Massey (called Ellick).v. Kelly. Born 15 Nov 1906.vi. Carlos. Born 18 Jul 1908.vii. May. Born 20 Feb 1910.viii. Mona. Born 12 Oct 1912.

121. ix. Mary Ellen. Born 23 Mar (also reported as 15 Apr) 1917 in Russell County.

122. Allen[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Nov 1873. Died 14 Feb 1951.He married Maxilla Tabor. Born 5 Sep 1876 in East Lynn, Wayne Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Ada Lee[5]. Born 14 Mar 1908 in East Lynn. She married Howard Renner.ii. Basil Burgess. Born 14 Sep 1911 in East Lynn.iii. Alva Allen. Born 3 Jul 1920 in East Lynn. He married Virginia Fotis.

123. George Paris[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 May 1875. Died 1 Mar 1941.He married, first, Crissie Webb (also reported as Crizie). Born 19 Sep 1886. Children:

i. Ola Bertie[5]. Born 7 May 1904. Died 12 Feb 1907.ii. Sadie Mae. Born 9 Jan 1906.

354. iii Macy Marie. Born 25 Sep 1907 in East Lynn, Wayne Co., W.Va.iv. Leslie E. Born 29 Aug 1909. He married Dorothy Unknown. Died 23 Dec 1943.v. Ray A. Born 13 Apr 1911. He married Willa Wallis.vi. Pearl Woodrow. Born 6 Mar 1913. She married Horton Unknown.vii. Nellie E. Born 29 Jul 1915. She married Unknown Dull.

He married, second, Angie Staley.

124. Louella[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Nov 1878.She married Rufus N. Fuller 9 Sep 1898. Born 4 Dec 1873 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Jun 1961 in

Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

i. Ola Bertie[5]. Born 29 Jun 1899. She married Corb Call 17 Aug 1919.ii. Zenas Nathan. Born 3 Nov 1900. He married Etta Fields.iii. Eula B. Born 30 Jun 1904. She married Burke S. Thornton 24 Jun 1924.iv. Bonnie May. Born 28 Aug 1906. She married Mark McNutt 13 Mar 1930.v. Gladys Beulah. Born 4 Apr 1909. She married George L. Jackson 25 May 1929.vi. Vernie Dorsie. Born 9 Aug 1911. He married Lucille Turner 14 Dec 1932.vii. Nyhle Elmo. Born 15 Sep 1918. He married Joan Trigg 15 Dec 1943.viii. Arbutus M. Born 7 Apr 1922. She married William Clyde Barnett 29 Apr 1938.

125. Bradford[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Apr 1876 in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.He married Hannah Whitt. Born 3 Jul 1887. Children:

i. Lonnie F.[5] Born 11 Mar 1900 in Raven, Russell-Tazewell Countes, Va. He married Elizabeth Hess 10 May 1918.

ii. Bessie. Born 4 Oct 1902 in Raven. Died 2 Jun 1907.iii. James. Born 6 Aug 1903 in Raven. Died 10 Sep 1910.iv. Willie. Born 12 Feb 1906 in Raven. Died 16 Dec 1912.v. Gracie. Born 19 May 1908 in Pocahontas, Tazewell Co., Va She married Albert Stamper 10 May

1921.vi. Cora. Born 19 Apr 1910 in Gary, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 20 Jul 1928.vii. Frank. Born 6 Jul 1912 in Gary.viii. Ray. Born 27 Jul 1914 in Gary. He married Angie Asbury 14 Feb 1936.ix. Winston. Born 11 Feb 1918 in Gary. He married Edna Shannielson 3 Dec 1938.x. Charles. Born 6 Dec 1920 in Gary. He married Agnes Lane 29 Mar 1940.xi. Fred. Born 29 Jul 1924 in Gary.

126. Rufus[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Apr 1881.He married Custa Thurl. Children:

i. Odra[5] (possibly Audrey). Born 1922.ii. Wade. Born 1924.iii. Wilburn. Born 1927.iv. Willie. Born 1936.v. William Darrel. Born 1941.

127. Charles[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 May 1884.He married Frances Ball. Children:

i. Emerie[5]. Born 17 Mar 1905.ii. Herman. Born 17 Dec 1906.iii. Grat. Born 17 Jul 1907.

128. Mary Gosha[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Aug 1886.She married John Dye. Children:

i. Lillie Mae[5]. Born 2 Sep 1908. She married Barry Marrs in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.ii. Nellie. Born 28 Sep 1910. Died Mar 1939. She married John Young.iii. Ethel. Born 10 May 1914. She married Daniel W. Marrs 18 Mar 1926.

129. Dora[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 May 1888.She married George Crabtree. Children:

i. Graham[5]. Born 10 Sep 1907 in West Virginia.ii. Patton George. Born 5 Apr 1909 in West Virginia.

130. John George[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Feb 1891.He married Emerine Marrs. Children (all born in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.):

i. Dewey Evern[5]. Born 26 Sep 1925. Died 17 Oct 1925.ii. Alice Marie. Born 28 Oct 1926.iii. Vernie. Born 22 Mar 1928.iv. Virginia Thelma. Born 26 Jul 1932.v. Johnnie Allen. Born 5 Aug 1935.vi. Flora May. Born 5 Aug 1937.vii. Hubert Douglas. Born and died 6 Feb 1942.

131. Nora Katherine[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 May 1894.She married Albert Perry Asbury. Children:

i. Charles William[5]. Born 21 May 1913 in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.ii Nellie Mae. Born 2 Feb 1916 in Canebrake, McDowell Co., W.Va.iii. Dewey Edward. Born 1 Feb 1917. Died 8 Nov 1917 in West Virginia.iv. Edith Virginia. Born 6 Oct 1918 in Canebrake.v. Frances Elizabeth. Born 12 Jun 1920. Died 19 Jan 1922 in West Virginia.vi. Dulin Leslie. Born 23 Jan 1922 in Canebrake.vii. Jasper Ray. Born 31 Dec 1923 in Canebrake.viii. Angie Mildred. Born 3 Jul 1925 in Canebrake.

132. Ida Florence[4] Ball (Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Aug 1897.She married Robert Lee Asbury. Born 29 Aug 1890 in Dalton, McDowell Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Elbert Lee[5]. Born 2 May 1914 in Horsepen, Tazewell Co., Va.ii Audra Mae. Born 14 Feb 1916 in Horsepen.iii. Voneda Marie. Born 1 Oct 1918 in Horsepen.iv. William Patton. Born 17 Apr 1921 in Horsepen.v. Velma Ruth. Born 8 Aug 1925 in New Hall, McDowell Co., W.Va.

133. Nellie Lillian[4] Ball (Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Apr 1891 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 May 1974. Buried in Mt. Joy, Scioto Co., Ohio. She and her family lived in Rarden, Scioto County.

She married Herbert John Christian (called Hub), fourth of eight children of Alonzo Columbus Christian and Belle Anderson, 29 Oct 1911 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Born 8 Jan 1891 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 11 Sep 1950. Children:

i. Russell Brady[5]. Born 10 Sep 1912 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Jul 1975. A veteran of World War II, he became a teacher and coach and operated Christian Lumber Co., place not identified. He married Marjorie Jones, daughter of Alfred Jones and Garnet Coleman of Rocky Fork, Otway Co., Ohio, 9 Dec 1938. Born 23 Jan 1912. She was a teacher. In July 1999 she was living at Hillview Retirement Center, Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio.

ii. Mildred. Born 19 Jun 1914 in Fairdale, Raleigh Co., W.Va. Died of influenza 11 Jan 1919 during a national epidemic.

iii. Edward Elmer. Born 28 Dec 1916 in War, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 12 Nov 1995. He married Virginia Raike (called Ginny), daughter of James Raike and Rosa Armes, 20 Oct 1937 (also reported as 3 Oct 1938). Died 24 Sep 1998. She came to the marriage with a son, Jack Lee.

133. iv. Maxie Viola. Born 12 Apr 1919 in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio.133. v. Jack Linkous. Born 24 Jul 1921 in Rarden.133. vi. Nannie Belle. Born 17 Jun 1923 in Rarden.133. vii. James Fredrick (called Jim). Born 8 Dec 1925.

viii. William Howard (called Bill). Born 30 Mar 1928 in Rarden. Died 19 Jul 1983 in Cleveland, Ohio.A veteran of World War II, he lived and worked in Portsmouth, then Columbus, and finally Cleveland. He suffered a stroke 1 Jan 1983 and remained in a coma until his death. He married, first, Bonnie Dickerson, daughter of Vess Day and Matilda Payton, and foster daughter of (her uncle) Charlie Dickerson and Phoebe Unknown of Portsmouth. Born 23 Aug 1926 in Walsh, Ky. They divorced 11 May 1971. Bill married, second, Gayle Moore of Portsmouth Oct 1974.

ix. Donald Paul. Born 6 Jun 1930 in Rarden. A Korean War veteran, he worked in construction and for the Norfolk & Western Railroad until he retired with a medical disability Jul 1983. He married Millie (Marion) McKenzie of New Boston, Ohio, 5 Jun 1957. She brought a son to the marriage, Thomas Virgil McKenzie, born 16 Mar 1952.

134. Drucilla Dora[4] Ball (Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jul 1893 (also reported as 6 Aug 1894). Died 25 Mar 1923.

She married Tonnie Maxfield. Children (all born in Honaker, Russell Co., Va):

i. Pauline[5]. Born 23 May 1911.ii. Verniel. Born Jun 1917.iii. Monroe. Born 27 Mar 1919.iv. Bertie. Born 7 Mar 1921.v. Bertha. Born 6 Mar 1923.

135. Willard Jasper[4] Ball (also reported as Jasper Willard) (Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jul 1896 in Russell Co., Va. Died 11 Dec 1973. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He and his third wife Tina were members of the International Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekahs.

There are different accounts of his children’s mothers. One researcher reported that Tina was the mother of the first three, Norah was the mother of the next two, and the last unaccounted for. However, a researcher who knew Willard stated that Tina was his third and last wife; another researcher said that all the children were born to Willard’s third wife. The 1930 census showed that Tina was first married at age 21 but was now 29. If she married Willard at age 21 in 1922, all the children in this union would be hers. We therefore conclude that is the case.

The 1930 Russell Co., Va. census, New Garden, District 16, dwelling #83, family #84, enumerated Willard and his family (all born in Virginia) as: Willard Ball, head, 33, first married at age 19, farmer; Tina, wife, 29, first married at age 21; Wilmer, 7; Willard Jr., 7; Earl, 5; Lora Gay, 2 and 5 mo.; Pauline, niece, 18.

He married, first, Norah Sutherland 10 Aug 1917. She died. He married, second, Emma Thompson (also reported as Fletcher.) She died.He married, third, Tina (pronounced Tiny in the vernacular) Wallace. Born 26 Oct 1901 in Virginia. Died 15 Nov

1983. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Children:

i. Willard Jasper[5] Jr. (twin) Born 3 May 1923 in Honaker, Va. He married Lorene Hart 9 Oct 1944. One researcher gave Willard Jr.’s birthdate as 16 Sep 1946. Since the 1930 census

clearly shows that Jr. was a twin, we conclude that the 1946 birthdate is incorrect.ii. Wilmer (twin). Born 3 May 1923 in Honaker. He married Jane Wilson Sep 1945.iii. Earl Joe. Born 22 Feb 1925 in Honaker. Died 7 Oct 1950.iv. Lora Gay. Researchers reported her born 8 Oct 1932 in Honaker, but the 1930 census reported her

as 2 years and 5 months of age then, which would give a birth year of 1927, which we support as incontrovertible. She married William Lee Jr. 16 Sep 1946. Were she actually born in 1932, she would have married at age 14 instead of 19, another reason the 1932 reported birth year appears insupportable.

v. Anna Pearl. Born 27 May 1931 in Honaker.vi. Thelma Sue. Born 8 Dec 1938 in Honaker. She married Unknown Kiser.

136. Virginia Caroline[4] Ball (called Carrie) (Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jul 1900. Died 8 Nov 1966 in Chesapeake, Va.

She married Walter Musick of Norfolk, Va., 1 Jul 1916. Born 1 Jan 1896. He and his son Russell were carpenters.

Children:

i. Dewey[5]. Born 22 Mar 1920 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.ii. Earl. Born 7 Nov 1922 in Honaker.iii. Bernice. She married Maynard Holbrook.iv. Russell Brady. Born 9 Apr 1925 in Honaker. Stabbed to death at his home on Marshall Avenue,

Norfolk, Va., 17 Mar 1958.

137. Charles Aston[4] Hurt (Louisa Harden[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Oct 1880.He married Nora Davis 20 Feb 1910. Children:

i. James Woodrow[5]. Born 25 Dec 1912. Died 1942.ii. Clovis Holland. Born 27 May 1915. He married Stella Presley.

138. Alta Artena[4] Ball (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Sep 1882 in Manassa, Conejos Co., Colo.She married John Edwin Boice 20 Feb 1902 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., Utah. Born 15 Nov 1870 in Oxford,

Franklin Co., Idaho. Died 23 Nov 1951 in Kirtland, San Juan Co., N.M. Children:

355. i. Edwin Telford[5]. Born 27 Nov 1902 in Bountiful, Conejos Co., Colo.356. ii. Letha Alta. Born 22 Mar 1904 in Bountiful.357. iii. Delbert Odell. Born 3 Nov 1905 in Bountiful.358. iv. Leta. Born 18 Aug 1909 in Bountiful.359. v. Lois. Born 26 Apr 1913 in Manassa, Colo.360. vi. Alger Lynn. Born 30 Oct 1916 in Manassa.361. vii. Grant. Born 11 Jun 1921 in Manassa.

139. James Elihu[4] Ball (twin) (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Aug 1890 in Conejos, Conejos Co., Colo. Died 7 Jul 1951.

He married, first, Lura Slade 24 Apr 1924. Children:

i. James Elihu[5]. Born 11 Dec 1925 in Redmesa, La Plata Co., Colo. He married Elenora Susan Doerr 29 Dec 1946. Born 15 Dec 1926 in Lovell, Big Horn Co., Wyo.

362. ii. Floyd Slade. Born 5 Aug 1928 in Redmesa.363. iii. Melvin Arnold. Born 16 Nov 1930 in Redmesa.

iv. Norma Jane. Born 10 Jun 1937 in Redmesa.364. v. Carol. Born 21 Dec 1938 in Redmesa.

vi. Merry Joy. Born 25 Dec 1940. Died 27 Dec 1940.

He married, second, Stella Owens 2 Jun 1950.

140. Estella Mae[4] Ball (twin) (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Aug 1890 in Conejos, Conejos Co., Colo. Died 20 Jun 1963 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., Utah.

She married William Isom Brady 2 Oct 1912 in Salt Lake City. Born 4 Feb 1878 in Jasper, Jasper Co., Miss. Died 24 Jan 1950 in Redmesa, La Plata Co., Colo. Children:

365. i. Fay[5]. Born 21 Jul 1913 in Manassa, Conejos Co., Colo.366. ii. Evelyn. Born 14 Mar 1915 in Manassa.367. iii. Elbert William. Born 13 Feb 1917 in Manassa.368. iv. Estella Mae. Born 2 Mar 1921 in Kline, La Plata Co., Colo.369. v. LaVere Elihu (called Hugh). Born 10 Feb 1923 in Kline.370. vi. Fern. Born 27 Dec 1925 in Kline (also reported as Breen).

vii. Bertie Byron. Born 8 Feb 1928 in Kline, La Plata Co., Colo. Died 30 Mar 1928 in Kline.371. viii. Elsie. Born 14 Jan 1930 in Redmesa.

141. Frederick Andrew[4] Ball (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Dec 1893 in Romeo, Conejos Co., Colo. Born 10 Dec 1893 in Romeo, Conejos Co., Colo.

He married, first, Leona Steele 18 Oct 1922. Born 4 Mar 1905. Children:

372. i. Elwyn Steele[5]. Born 3 Jun 1924 in Durango, La Plata Co., Colo.373. ii. Leslie. Born 1 May 1926 in Redmesa, La Plata Co., Colo.374. iii. Lauren James. Born 17 Dec 1927 in Redmesa.

iv. Francis Marie. Born 1 Sep 1930 in Redmesa. Died 29 Aug 1940.375. v. Rulon S. Born 15 Nov 1934 in Redmesa.376. vi. Loree. Born 13 May 1936 in Redmesa.

He married, second, Grace Philips. She had three children by a prior marriage to Unknown Knight: Heber Leverle, b. 29 Mar 1925; Jewel Christine, b. 6 Sep 1926; and John Leslie, b. 21 Jul 1930.

142. Della Gertrude[4] Ball (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Sep 1898 in Bountiful, Conejos Co., Colo.She married Oscar William Willden 20 Jun 1920 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., Utah. Born 8 Jan 1892 in

Mancos, Montezuma Co., Colo. Children:

i. Marjorie[5]. Born 27 Apr 1921 in Redmesa, La Plata Co., Colo. She married Frank Reynolds Paxman Jr., 5 Jun 1946 in Salt Lake City.

377. ii. Lois. Born 12 Jan 1923 in Redmesa.iii. Anthon Delmer. Born 20 Nov 1926. He married Vivian O’Brien 20 Nov 1954.

378. iv. Duane. Born 28 May 1928 in Redmesa.379. v. Rea Gwendolyn. Born 8 Feb 1930 in Redmesa.380. vi. Don Grant. Born 14 Sep 1936 in Redmesa.

143. Pearl Arminta[4] Ball (Elihu Kisor[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Nov 1905 in Bountiful, Conejos Co., Colo. After she married, the family lived in several locations around Redmesa, La Plata Co., Colo., in the Four Corners area, until 1941 when they moved to Farmington, San Juan Co., N.M.

She married Don LeRoy Walker 25 Jul (also reported as 1 Oct) 1925 in Redmesa. Born 22 Apr 1906 in Jewett, San Juan Co., N.M. Children:

381. i. Donna Mae[5]. Born 7 May 1926 in Redmesa.382. ii. Iris Marie. Born 5 Aug 1928 in Redmesa.383. iii. Robert Leland. Born 6 Aug 1931 in Redmesa.384. iv. Rose Nadine. Born 16 Jan 1937 in Redmesa.

v. JoAnn (also Jo Anne). Born 5 Apr 1938 in Redmesa. Died 9 Apr 1938 in Redmesa.vi. Merrill Jay. Born 28 Oct 1941 in Farmington.

Fifth Generation

2.vi.iv.i. William Jasper[5] Ball (Louisa[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Feb 1885 in Russell Co., Va. He married Lula Freeman, probably in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Larry C.[6] In 1999 he lived in Fayette Co., W.Va.

2.vi.v.iv. John Shelva[5] Hall (Rosina[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1895.He married Sylva Eplin. Children:

i. Columbus V.L.[6] Born 1925 in Kanawha Co., W.Va.

2.vi.vi.ii. Otis[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1886 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 1918 probably in Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married Cora Lee Comer, daughter of John Crockett and Rebecca Holdren, 23 Dec 1910 in Boone Co., W.Va. Born in 1894 in Kanawha Co., W.Va. Buried Montgomery Memorial Park, London, Kanawha Co., W.Va. Her funeral was at Longacre [W.Va.] Baptist Church, Fayette Co., W.Va. Services were by the Rev. Edgar Stephenson. B.C. Hooper Funeral Home was in charge. Children:

i. Romie[6]. He married Mildred Hudson.ii. Reba.iii. Marthanna.iv. Sara Elizabeth. Died 11 Mar 1938 in Sun, Fayette Co., W.Va.

2.vi.vi.iv. Mandie Maude[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Sep 1889 in Lincoln Co., W.Va.

She married Ernest Oney in West Virginia. Children:

i. Evelyn[6].ii. Adeline.iii. Augustine.iv. Aileen.v. Ernestine.vi. Ollie Jean.vii. Maxine.

2.vi.vi.v. Carrie[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Dec 1890 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 9 May 1968 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va.

She married Benjamin Everett Morrison 15 Sep 1907 in Boone Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Gladys[6]. Born 1907.ii. Alberta. Born 1908.iii. Grant. Born 1911.iv. Garnett. Born 1918.v. Lillian. Born 1921.vi. Georgia. Born 1923.

2.vi.vi.vi. Odor Henry[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Aug 1892 in Griffithsville, Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 27 Jul 1964 in Longacre, Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married Hettie Griffith, daughter of Norman McCloud Griffith and Emerida Pauley, 10 Mar 1916 in Boone Co., W.Va. The ceremony was performed by Odor Henry’s brother-in-law, the Rev. Columbus V.L. Hall. Born 21 Sep 1899. Died Aug 1986 in Fayette Co., W.Va. Children:

2.vi.vi.vi. i. Freda[6]. Born 1918.2.vi.vi.vi. ii. Harold. Born 1921.2.vi.vi.vi. iii. Ila Jean. Born 1924.2.vi.vi.vi. iv. Russell Ray. Born 18 May 1927.

v. Drema Lynn. Born and died 1928. 2.vi.vi.vi. vi. Billy. Born 27 Jun 1929.2.vi.vi.vi. vii. Joann. Born 1938.2.vi.vi.vi. viii. Joan. Born 1940.2.vi.vi.vi. ix. Judy. Born 1946.

2.vi.vi.vii. Myrtle[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr (also reported as 8 Nov) 1894. She married, first, Pete Eldridge Summers in Kanawha Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Lillian[6].

She married, second, Earl Bailey. Children:

ii. Susan.iii. Larry.iv. Rowna.

2.vi.vi.ix. Dennie Dosha[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Jan 1897 in Boone Co., W.Va. Died 1972 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married Oliver Ezra Lacy, son of Oliver Lacy and Mary Price, 30 Jun 1914 in Boone County. Children:

i. Frank[6].ii. Jack.iii. Clarence.iv. Ruth. She married James Johnson.v. Bobby.vi. Jimmy.vii. Carl.

2.vi.vi.ix. viii. Clara Marie. Born 31 Aug 1918.

2.vi.vi.x. Pearl Tennessee[5] Hobbs (called Pearlie) (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1898. Died 1988.

She married, first, William Browning.She married, second, Allen Lake 8 Mar 1916 in Boone Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Samuel[6].ii. Ruth Lydia. She married Claude Stone.iii. Edward. Born 1926.

2.vi.vi.xi. James Tolliver[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Mar 1900 in Lincoln Co., W.Va.

He married, first, Thelma Thomas in West Virginia.He married, second, Gladys Cadel in West Virginia.He married, third, Wilma Kenney, daughter of Mose Kenney, 23 Aug 1922 in Boone Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Lorna[6].ii. Betty.

2.vi.vi.xii. June Dorthea Virginia[5] Hobbs (George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1903.She married, first, Woodrow Harmon in West Virginia.She married, second, Frank Dotson in West Virginia. Children:

i. Ruby[6].

She married, third, Ernest Tucker in West Virginia. Children:

ii. Ruth Ann.iii. Charles Allen.

4.vi.i.ii. William Riley[5] Browning (Sarah[4], Cosby[3], Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Aug 1894. Died 22 Jul 1967.He married, first, unknown.He married, second, Rebecca Davis 2 Jul 1921. Children:

i. William Riley, Jr.[6] Born 15 Dec 1922. Died of diabetes in Logan Co., W.Va.ii. Clifford James (called Chick). Born 1 Jun 1925. In 2000 he lived in West Virginia.iii. Carl Jennings. Born 26 Aug 1928. Died in California.iv. Clarence D. Born 1931. In 2000 he lived in West Virginia.v. Sally Elizabeth. Born 1931. May have died at age four.

vi. Ethel Mae. Born 1934. Died of cancer ca. 1992 in Kentucky.4.vi.i.ii. vii. Betty Frances (twin). Born 11 Aug 1937.

viii. Bruce Ray (twin). Born 11 Aug 1937. In 2000 he lived in New York.ix. Bonnie Smith. Born 27 Jun 1940. In 2000 she lived in South Carolina.

4.xi.i.viii. Bascom NMN[5] Ray (Patsy Catherin[4], Mary[3], Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Nov 1915 in Garden, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 9 Oct 1982 in Abingdon, Washington Co., Va. Buried Knoll Craig Cem., Abingdon.

He married Maxie NMN Fletcher, daughter of Elbert Perry Fletcher and Martha Jane Hale, 13 Aug 1938 in Grundy, Buchanan County. In 2010 she and her daughter Alma lived in Abingdon. Children:

i. Martha Imagine[6]. Died at birth 1939.ii. Alma Sue (called Sue). Born 1940 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. She married Unknown 19

Nov 1994 in McLean, Fairfax Co., Va. In 2009 she lived in Abingdon.iii. Velma Ruth. Born in Buchanan County. She married Unknown Causey.iv. Bascom Carl. Born at home in Buchanan County.

6.i.i.v. Harvey Albert[5] Monroe (Minerva[4], William[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born Jun 1883 in West Virginia.He married Minnie Bird Reger. Children:

6.i.i.v. i. Gertrude Geneva[6]. Born 22 Jun 1908 in Looneyville, Roane Co., W.Va.

6.iii.i.i. Bertha Cathern[5] Igo (Frances F.[4], Mary[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Dec 1883 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 23 Apr 1964 in Roane County.

She married Charles O. Canterbury, son of Calvin Canterbury and Minerva A. Ellison, 20 Sep 1902 in Clay Co., W.Va. Born 12 Apr 1880 in Roane County. Died 2 Jul 1943 in Roane County. Children:

6.iii.i.i. i. Delbert L.[6] Born 1922.

6.iv.v.i. James Claude[5] McGlothlin (Anderson Caleb[4], James Harvey[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Died 28 Jan 2001.He married Unknown. Children:

i. Joan[6]. She married Unknown Lukich and in 2002 lived in Akron, Summit Co., Ohio, where she was with the Biology Dept., Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences.

6.vii.ii.i. George Henry[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Jan 1883 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 30 Aug 1952. Buried in Clover [W.Va.] Cem.. He was a minister.

He married Leona Hester Keen (called Hester), daughter of Nathan Smith Keen and Blanche M. Upton, 8 Sep 1905. Born 9 Oct 1885. Died 17 Jan 1960. Buried in Clover Cemetery. Children:

6.vii.ii.i. i. Melvin Ferris[6] (called Ferris). Born 25 Jul 1906 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va.6.vii.ii.i. ii. Mabel Ester. Born 31 Oct 1908 in Wanego.6.vii.ii.i. iii. Lawrence Bruce (called Bruce). Born 24 Jul 1911 in Wanego.6.vii.ii.i. iv. Robert Roy. Born 5 Sep 1913 in Wanego.6.vii.ii.i. v. Sophia Virginia (called Virginia). Born 26 Jun 1916 in Wanego.6.vii.ii.i. vi. Evelyn Maud. Born 30 Dec 1918 in Tariff, Roane Co., W.Va., or Cabin Creek, Kanawha Co.,

W.Va.6.vii.ii.i. vii. George Henry, Jr. Born 12 Oct 1927 in Tariff, W.Va.

6.vii.ii.iii. Mary Ester[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Jun 1884 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 7 Jul 1963.

She married Josiah Payne Ellison (called Si) 5 Apr 1905. Born 4 Aug 1883. Died 21 Jun 1963. Children:

i. Chandis[6](m.) Born 13 Oct 1906. He never married.

6.vii.ii.iii. ii. Rastus. Born 28 Jan 1908.6.vii.ii.iii. iii. Otto (called Ott). Born 22 Nov 1913.6.vii.ii.iii. iv. Hazel. Born 4 Jun 1919.

v. Helen. Stillborn 1 Jan 1922.

6.vii.ii.iv. Martha C.[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Feb 1887 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 22 Jun 1963. Buried in a farm cemetery near Reedy, Roane Co., W.Va.

She married William E. Ellison. Buried in a farm cemetery near Reedy. Children:

i. Harry[6]. Born 1917. Died May 1987.ii. John.iii. Kermit. iv. Ruby. She married Don Greathouse.v. Frankie. She married Unknown Fulmer.vi. Geraldine. She married Unknown Miller.vii. Nellie. She married Unknown Dalton.

6.vii.ii.vi. John Eldridge[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Feb 1888 (records conflict) in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 28 May 1926. Buried Cottrell Cem. near Oka, Calhoun County. Names and dates concerning his family were obtained from the family Bible inherited by his daughter Martha.

He married Mintie (possibly Arminta) Jarvis, daughter of Weeden Jarvis and Delilah Hall. Born 8 Jun 1884. Died 22 May 1926. Buried in Cottrell Cem. Children:

i. Luster Pierce[6]. Born 26 Dec 1908. Died 21 Feb 1909.ii. Vear. Born 15 Feb 1910. Died 24 Jul 1910.iii. William Ray. Born 6 May 1911.iv. Vadis. Born 1 Dec 1912. Died 9 Oct 1915.v. John Lewis. Born 3 Dec 1914.vi. Willford Jennings. Born 25 Jan 1917. Died 9 Mar 1917.vii. Ezra (twin). Born 18 Apr 1918. Died 6 May 1927.viii. Martha (twin). Born 18 Apr 1918. She married James D. Tawney.ix. Darl. Born 10 Jan 1921. Died 6 Jul 1985. She married P.L. Snyder.x. Ronald (twin). Born 26 Dec 1922.xi. Ruby (twin). Born 26 Dec 1922. Died 1922.

6.vii.ii.vii. Carey Everett[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Feb 1889 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 23 Mar 1909, before his son was born.

He had a child with Cynthia Jarvis. Born 16 Oct 1890. Died 2 Dec 1970. She married Fred Valentine 1 Dec 1910. Born 1889. Died 1953.

6.vii.ii.vii. i. Clarence Everett[6] [Hunt]. Born 27 Jun 1909.

6.vi.ii.viii. Lydia E.[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Nov 1891 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 23 May 1926.

She married, first, Houston Cook. Children:

i. Dorothy[6]. She married Gayle Keith.ii. Opal.

She married, second, John Keen. Children:

iii. Ronald. He married Virginia Stotts.iv. Helen Kathlene. Born 22 Feb 1924.v. Clyde Burton. Born 14 Jan 1929.

6.vii.ii.xi. Albert Lawrence[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Jan 1896 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 30 May 1949.

He married Minnie Manerva Nutter, daughter of Alonzo Nutter and Nancy Unknown, and sister of Hazel Nutter, who married Albert’s brother Edward, 5 Oct 1918. Born 6 Feb 1898 (also reported as 6 Jan 1899). Died 28 Aug 1982. Children:

6.vii.ii.xi. i. Nancy Mildred[6]. Born 12 Sep 1919.6.vii.ii.xi. ii. Naomi Madelyn. Born 17 Feb 1923.

iii. Albert Paul. Born 27 Nov 1926. Died 1 Jan 1973.

6.vii.ii.xii. Edward D.[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Apr 1899 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Buried Lot 85, Sec. 6 or G, London Memorial Park near Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married Hazel Nutter, daughter of Alonzo Nutter and Nancy Unknown, and sister of Minnie Manerva Nutter who married Edward’s brother Albert. Buried beside her husband. Children:

i. Hallie[6]. She married McClellan Parsons.ii. William E. (called Billy).

6.vii.ii.xiii. Donna[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Died 27 Feb 1962 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Buried London Memorial Park near Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va. In later life she was called Aunt Doe.

She married Jennings Elbert Tawney 30 Aug 1919. Born 1897. Died 1983. Children:

i. Irene[6]. She married Unknown Hardin.ii. Goldie. She married Unknown Thoman.

6.vii.ii.xiv. Roy Beverly[5] Hunt (William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Aug 1904 in Calhoun Co., W.Va. Died 4 Apr 1962.

He married, first Mamie Jett. Children:

i. Betty[6].ii. Mary.iii. Donald.iv. Guy Elwood.

He married, second, Helen Fisher. Children:

v. Beverly. She married Unknown Smith.

He married, third, Unknown Taylor. Children:

vi. Barbara. She married Unknown Proctor.

6.xi.ix.i. Mollie[5] Monroe (Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Oct 1911 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 19 Apr 1986 in Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.

She married John Hornick. Children:

i. William Jack[6].6.xi.ix.i. ii. John Earl.

iii. Jane Ellen.

6.xi.ix.ii. Harlan[5] Monroe (Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 1913 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 1958 in Akron, Summit Co., Ohio.

He married Ruth Unknown. Died 1980 in Akron. Children:

i. Sandra[6].ii. Charlene.iii. Charlie.iv. Walter.v. Harlan. Born 30 Mar 1945. Died 21 Nov 1996.

6.xi.ix.iv. Laco[5] Monroe (Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Nov 1916 in Roane Co., W.Va. Died 19 Feb 1975 in Florida.

He married Loretta Slitner in Florida. Born 8 Oct 1926 in Alhambra, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Children:

i. Lola[6]. Born 25 Oct 1957 in Key West, Monroe Co., Fla.

6.xi.ix.vi. Garvin[5] Monroe (Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Jan 1921 in Looneyville, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 12 Dec 1977 in Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio. Buried in Lorain.

He married Hilda Hice, daughter of Henry Hice and Bertie Speagle, 12 Dec 1945. Born 28 Jul 1922 in Valdese, Burke Co., N.C. Children:

6.xi.ix.vi. i. Judy[6]. Born 21 Oct 1946.6.xi.ix.vi. ii. Nancy. Born 9 Dec 1949.

8.i.ii. James Preston[5] Honaker (Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Nov 1863 in Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 27 Jul 1937 in Magoffin County. Buried Miller Cem., Ivyton, Magoffin County. The 1880 Magoffin County census found him at age 17 in the household of his grandmother Margaret Bailey.

He married Rebecca Jane Fletcher. The 1900 Magoffin County census recorded that James and Rebecca were the parents of eight, four still living. Children (known):

i. Martin[6]. Born 18 Jan 1884 in Kentucky. He was killed in a coal mining accident. He married Rhoda Rice.

8.i.ii. ii. Earnest (called Ernie). Born 28 Jun 1885 in Magoffin County. iii. Thomas (called Tommy). Born Dec 1886 in Kentucky. He married Nora Ramey.iv. Lizzie. Born 1899 in Magoffin County. Died ca. 1904. Buried Huntington, W.Va.

8.i.iii. Mary Isabelle[5] Honaker (Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Sep 1865 in Kentucky. Died 12 Oct 1943 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden Cem., Culloden, Cabell/Putnam Cos., W.Va. She was enumerated in the following censuses: 1870 Carter Co., Ky.; 1880 Lincoln Co., W.Va.; 1900 and 1910 Grant District, Cabell Co., W.Va.; and 1920 Monitor District, Logan Co., W.Va.

She married Benjamin Franklin Jimison, son of Joseph Reed Jamison and Matilda Rowsey, ca. 1881. Born 25 Mar 1860 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 29 Nov 1925 in Culloden. Buried Culloden Cemetery. He was enumerated in the 1900 and 1910 censuses in Grant District, Cabell Co., W.Va., and 1920 Monitor District, Logan Co., W.Va. Children:

8.i.iii. i. James W.[6] Born 29 Dec 1883 in West Virginia. ii. Laura A. Born Jul 1885 in West Virginia.

8.i.iii. iii. William Reed. Born 23 Jan 1890 in Lincoln Co., W.Va.8.i.iii. iv. Clarence Homer. Born 29 Oct 1893 in Culloden. 8.i.iii. v. Shirley Edgel. Born 27 Nov 1896 in West Virginia. 8.i.iii. vi. Tessie Susan. Born 16 Jun 1899 in Logan, Logan Co., (also reported as Cabell Co.,) W.Va.

vii. Clate B. Born 14 Feb 1901 in West Virginia. Died 1 Apr 1980 in Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va.

8.i.iii. viii. Edith J. Born 10 Jun 1903 in West Virginia. ix. Jennie. Born 2 Sep 1906 in West Virginia. Died 4 Mar 1993 in McConnell, Logan Co., W.Va.

8.iv.v. Cora A.[5] Welch (Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Oct 1876 in Putnam Co., W.Va. She married Fernandres Lee Bell, son of James C. Bell and Mary M. Reynolds, 6 Nov 1899 in Putnam County. Born

Nov 1868 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Ada G.[6]. Born Feb 1892 in West Virginia.ii. Norah E. Born Feb 1896 in West Virginia.iii. Arthur Clay.

8.iv.vi. Dora Belle[5] Welch (Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Jul 1879 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 10 Oct 1959 in Mower Co., Minn.

She married Thomas Leonard Harber, son of James Thomas Harber and Rebecca Jane Powell, 20 Sep 1899 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Born ca. 1879 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 14 Oct 1915 in Athens Co., Ohio. Children:

8.iv.vi. i. Thomas Earl[6]. Born 10 Mar 1902 in Rome, Adams Co., Ohio. 8.iv.vi. ii. Leonard Layne. Born 7 Sep 1905 in Minnesota.

iii. Harry. Born 5 Mar 1911 in Ohio. Died Jul 1977 in Albert Lea, Freeborn Co., Minn.iv. Bernice. Born 1913 in Ohio. Died 1958.

8.iv.vii. Lola Dell[5] Welch (Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Dec 1881 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 8 Mar 1978 in Hamlin, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Lawson Cem., Big Creek Road, Putnam County.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 10 Mar 1978: Mrs. Lola Welch Lawson, 96, of Bowles Route, Hamlin, widow of L.E. “Rube” Lawson, died Wednesday in a Hamlin nursing home. An area survivor is a son, Audphor A. “Cotton” Lawson of Hamlin. Funeral 11 a.m. tomorrow at Harvey’s Creek Baptist Church near Hamlin; burial in Lawson Cem., Big Creek.

She married, first, Unknown Thompson. Died before 1908 in Putnam or Lincoln Co., W.Va. Buried Lawson (farm) Cem., Lincoln County. Children:

i. James Arvil[6]. Born Sep 1903 in Putnam or Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 2000 in Florida.ii. Unknown daughter. Born after 1903. Died before 1908 in Putnam or Lincoln County.

She married, second, Luther Everett Lawson (called Reuben or Rube), son of James Samuel Lawson (called Jim) and Anna America Hollandsworth (called Annie), ca. 1908 probably in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Born 11 (also 17) Aug 1888 in Lincoln County. Died 7 Dec 1969 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Lawson Cem., Big Creek Road, Putnam County.

Unknown newspaper and date: Luther Everett Lawson, 81, of [State Route 34] near Hamlin, who died Sunday in a Huntington nursing home, will be buried in the Lawson Cem. on [State Route 34], after funeral services Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Harvey Creek United Baptist Church, of which he was a member. The Rev. Russell Adkins and the Rev. Don Hackenberry Jr. will officiate and Hamlin Lodge, AF&AM, will conduct graveside rites. Born Aug. 17, 1888 in Lincoln County, he was a son of the late James and Ann Hollandsworth Lawson. A deacon of the Harvey Creek United Baptist Church for 44 years, he was a retired farmer. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Lola Welch Lawson; two sons, Audor A. Lawson of Hamlin and Everett C. Lawson of Huntington; a stepson, John A. Thompson of Akron, Ohio; a brother, B.F. Lawson of Hurricane and eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Koontz Funeral Home at Hamlin.

Children:

8.iv.v. iii. Audphor Ancil (called Cotton.) Born 14 Mar 1909 in Lincoln County.8.iv.v. iv. Everett Carl. Born 11 Aug 1912 in Lincoln County.

8.vi.i. Mack Lee[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan 1886 in Nye, Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 17 Dec 1970 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Miller Cem., Millersport, Fairfield Co., Ohio.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington: Mack Lee Honaker, 84, of 1701 Crestmont Drive, died Thursday in a Huntington hospital. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary by the Rev. Duey Parr. Burial will be in the Miller [Ohio] Cem.. Born Jan. 9, 1886 at Nye, W.Va., he was a son of the late Benjamin Fulton and Emma Zetta Dillion Honaker. He was a former employee of the [Chesapeake & Ohio] Telephone Co. and a retired carpenter. He had been a resident of Huntington for 50 years. His wife Ruby Miller Honaker preceded him in death. Survivors include a daughter, Miss Toni Honaker; a brother, C.E. Honaker of Huntington; a granddaughter, Mrs. Paul Brumfield, with whom he lived, and four great grandchildren.

He married Ruby Coleina Miller, daughter of James C. Miller and Mary C. Unknown. Born 18 Jul 1887 in Lawrence Co., Ohio. Died 4 Nov 1935 in Huntington. Buried in Millersport.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 5 Nov 1935: Mrs. M.L. Honaker, 48 years old, of 1926 Douiton Avenue died yesterday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock following an illness of five days. The body last night was at the Kincaid Funeral Home.

Funeral arrangements will be announced today. Surviving are the husband, Max Lee Honaker; one daughter, Miss Maxie Honaker; a son, Weldon Honaker, and a brother, Robert Miller, all of Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 6 Nov 1935: Mrs. M.L. Honaker, 48 years old, of 1926 Douiton Avenue, who died Monday afternoon in a local hospital after a brief illness, will be buried this afternoon at Millersport, Ohio following funeral services at 1:30 o’clock at the Kincaid Funeral home with the Rev. J.C. Buckley, pastor of the Seventh Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church, officiating. Pall bearers will be D.A. Shepherd, A.L. Sanders, A.D. Parsons, E.C. Neumeyer, Clyde Honaker and Charles Loesher. Friends are requested to omit flowers. Surviving are her husband, one daughter, Miss Maxine Honaker; a son, Weldon Honaker, and a brother, Robert Miller, all of Huntington.

Children:

8.vi.i. i. Weldon Miller[6]. Born 11 Dec 1912 in Huntington. ii. Toni Maxine.

Mack’s obituary gives one surviving daughter, Miss Toni Honaker; a granddaughter, Mrs. Paul Honaker; and four great grandchildren. It is not clear whether Toni was the mother of Mrs. Paul Honaker, whose line continues in the following obituary.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, 30 Nov 2014: Mary Elisabeth Burnett, age 46, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Wed., Nov. 26, 2014 at her residence. She was born May 17, 1968 at Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late Paul Brumfield and Patricia Honaker Brumfield Hitchcock. She was manager of SOMA in Woodsfield; a homemaker and loving mother. Preceded in death by brothers Butch W. Black and John M. Brumfield. She is survived by her daughter Lauren Burnett and her father Shawn of Woodsfield, fiancé Randle Helmick of Woodsfield, a sister Kathryn (Bob) Wise of Woodsfield, and step-father Rev. Donald Hitchcock. Friends received from noon until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. Mon., Dec. 1, 2014 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio with Rev. Richard Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at the Oaklawn Cem., Woodsfield, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe County Humane Society, 41383 Stonehouse Road, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793. Condolences may be expressed online at www.bauerturner.com.

8.vi.ii. Lennie Harrison[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Jan 1888 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 17 May 1959 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Spring Hill Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 19 May 1954: Lennie Harrison Honaker, 71 years old, 4225 Auburn Road, who died Sunday in a Huntington hospital, will be buried in Spring Hill Cem. following funeral services at 2 p.m. tomorrow at the Reger Funeral Chapel with the Rev. James A. Walters officiating. Mr. Honaker was a retired foreman for the Gay Coal & Coke Co. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Leah Honaker; a daughter, Mrs. Helen Frant of Huntington; four brothers, M.L. and Clyde Honaker at Huntington, Carl Honaker of Logan and Ed B. Honaker of Los Angeles, and a sister, Mrs. Hazel Dirton of Huntington. The body is at the Reger Funeral Home. The family has requested that flowers be omitted. Pallbearers will be Jack Johnson, Michael Johnson, O.H. Miller, A.V. Sanders, Charles Leith and Frank Perry.

He married Leah Margaret Perry, daughter of Walker Perry and Ella Johnson, 17 May 1917 in Huntington. Born 2 Nov 1893 in Cabell County. Died 12 Feb 1984 in Huntington. Buried Spring Hill Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 14 Feb 1984: Mrs. Leah Margaret Honaker, 90, of 4225 Auburn Road, Huntington, widow of Lennie Harrison Honaker, died Sunday at her residence. Survivors include two nieces, Mrs. Victor (Marie) Cartwright and Robin Ernest, both of Huntington. Funeral 1 p.m. tomorrow at Reger Funeral Home; burial in Spring Hill Cem..

Children:

i. Helen[6]. She married Unknown Frant.

8.vi.iv. Edgar B.[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Oct 1893 in Lee’s Creek, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died Dec 1964 in California.

He married Ethel Blanche Perry, daughter of James Jackson Perry and Armenta Jane Brown, 11 Aug 1915 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Born Mar 1899 in Logan County. Children:

i. Elizabeth B.[6]. Born ca. 1917 in West Virginia.ii. Edith Bertrice. Born ca. 1918 in West Virginia.iii. Emogene B. Born ca. 1920 in West Virginia.

8.vi.v. Clyde Edmund[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Apr 1896 in Lee’s Creek, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 7 Dec 1976 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington: Clyde E. Honaker, 79, of 610 Roby Road, died Tuesday night, Dec. 7, 1976, at his residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at Chapman’s Mortuary with the Rev. Daniel B. Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park. He was born April 22, 1897, in Lee’s Creek, W.Va., a son of the late Benjamin F. and Emma Honaker. He was a retired employee from [Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad] paint department. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bess Honaker, Oct 1961. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Victor (Marie) Cartwright of Huntington, with whom he made his home; one grandson, David Cartwright of Huntington and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call after noon Thursday at the mortuary.

He married Bess Agnes Adkins, daughter of John Wesley Adkins and Sarah Ellen Dillon. Born 17 Jul 1897 in Virginia. Died 1 Oct 1961 in Huntington. Buried Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, 3 Oct 1961: Mrs. Bess Agnes Honaker, 64 years old, 1114 Norway Avenue, who died Sunday in a Huntington hospital, will be buried in Ridgelawn Cem. following funeral services at 3 p.m. today at Chapman’s Mortuary with Dr. William J. Fox officiating. The body is at the mortuary.

Children:

8.vi.v. i. Marie H.[6] Born 8 Feb 1923 in Huntington.

8.vi.vi. Herbert Clifton[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Aug 1900 in West Virginia. Died 25 Nov 1951 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Adams Cem., Logan.

He married Mary L. Adams, daughter of Rush Adams and Martha Ann Unknown, 30 Aug 1925 in Logan County. Born 2 Apr 1908 in Harts, Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 16 Jul 1989 in Madison, Boone Co., W.Va. Buried Family Gardens Cem., Low Gap, Boone County (also reported as Adams Cem., Logan.)

. Children:

i. Raymond E.[6]. Born 14 Mar 1926.ii. Benjamin F. Born 1930.iii. Thelma R. Born 1932 in Logan.iv. Jo Ann. Born 1935.

8.vi.vii. Hazel L.[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 May 1906 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 5 Dec 1970 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington.

She married Paul Harrison Dirton, son of Elmore Frank Dirton and Goodrich Keyser. Born 30 Dec 1900 in Barboursville, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 29 Sep 1966 in Huntington. Buried Ridgelawn Memorial Park. Children:

8.vi.vii. i. Paul Harrison[6] Jr. Born 8 Oct 1928 in Barboursville.

8.vi.viii. Carl Donovan[5] Honaker (Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Dec 1912 in Logan Co., W.Va. Died 12 Sep 1964 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Cummings-Brady Cem., Ranger, Lincoln Co., W.Va.

Herald Advertiser, Huntington, 13 Sep 1964: Carl D. Honaker, 51 years old, of 427 Homestead Court, died Saturday in a Huntington hospital after a short illness. Born Dec. 19, 1912 in Logan County, he was a son of the late B.F. and Zetta Dillon Honaker. He was an employee of the C.J. Hughes Construction Co. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Creola Belcher Honaker; a daughter, Mrs. Jacqueline Atkinson of Mount Holley, N.J.; a sister, Mrs. Paul Burton of Huntington; two brothers, Clyde and M.L. Honaker, both of Huntington; and two grandsons. Friends may call at Chapman’s Mortuary after 7 p.m. today.

He married Creola Belcher, daughter of Lewis Belcher and Mary Keyser, 11 Nov 1933 in Logan County. Born 19 Sep 1914 in West Virginia. Died 15 Jun 1988 in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla. Buried Cummings-Brady Cem.

Children:

i. Jacqueline[6]. She married Unknown Atkinson.ii. Carl Donovan, Jr. Born 23 Aug 1934. Died 23 Sep 1934.

8.vii.i. Lloyd Franklin[5] Honaker (Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Apr 1889 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 3 Apr 1958 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried Obetz [Ohio] Cem., Franklin County.

He married Nellie Hall. Born 1909 in Franklin County. Children:

i. Delia M.[6] Born ca. 1930.ii. Clyde A. Born 29 Apr 1937. Died 17 Mar 1987 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Buried Obetz

Cem., Franklin County. He married Esther Busch.

8.vii.ii. Ada R.[5] Honaker (Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Aug 1890 in West Virginia. Died 27 Nov 1965 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried Obetz [Ohio] Cem., Franklin County.

She married James Eldridge Litchfield, son of James L. Litchfield and Frances E. Unknown. Born 28 Oct 1874 in West Virginia. Died 18 Jul 1938 in Columbus. Buried Obetz Cem.. Children:

i. James[6]. Born 1917 in Ohio.ii. Lillian. Born 1919 in Ohio.iii. William Paul. Born 10 May 1920 in Columbus. Died 15 Jul 1920 in Columbus. Buried Obetz

Cem..iv. Rosie M. Born 28 Jan 1923 in Columbus. Died 11 Oct 1923 in Columbus. Buried in Columbus.

8.vii.iii. James Everett[5] Honaker (Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jan 1892 in West Virginia. Died 24 Dec 1940 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried Walnut Hill Cem., Columbus.

He married Elizabeth May Carroll, daughter of Henry Carroll and Elizabeth Thompson, 22 Nov 1920 in Franklin County. Born 8 Apr 1902 in Ohio. Died 18 Nov 1986 in Marion, Marion Co., Ohio.

Children:

i. Charles Morris[6]. Born 11 May 1920 in Ohio. Died 24 Feb 1970 in Caledonia, Marion Co., Ohio. He married Mary L. Unknown. Born 1925. Died 2000.

ii. Amelia May. Born 25 Jan 1923 in Ohio. Died 28 Sep 2002 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio.8.vii.iii. iii. Ruth Lucille. Born 5 May 1924 in Columbus. 8.vii.iii. iv. Mary Elizabeth. Born 7 Dec 1925 in Columbus.

v. James Lloyd. Born 17 Sep 1927 in Shadesville, Franklin Co., Ohio. Died 21 Dec 2000 in Mt. Gilead, Morrow Co., Ohio. Buried Fulton [Ohio] Cem..

Unknown newspaper: James Lloyd Honaker, age 73, formerly of Fulton, Ohio, died Thursday evening, Dec. 21, 2000 at Woodside Village Care Center in Mt. Gilead following an extended illness. He was born Sept. 17, 1927 in Shadesville, Ohio, the son of the late James Everett and Elizabeth Mae Carrel Honaker. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a resident of the Morrow County area since 1978, coming from North Fairfield. He retired in 1989 after working for [International Telephone & Telegraph] North Electric in Galion for 27 years. He is survived by his wife Myrtle M. Bronson Honaker, whom he married Feb. 14, 1978; a step-son and daughter-in-law, Bernie & Michelle Bronson of Fulton, Ohio; four step-daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara Bronson of Cardington, Ohio, Evelyn & Pat Sullivan of Virginia, Teresa & Billy Lanum of Fulton, Ohio, and Karen & Troy Rifenberg of Maryland; 10 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; a brother, Leroy E. Honaker of Upper Sandusky, Ohio; and three sisters, Amelia M. Honaker of Columbus, Ohio and Georgia Farrow of Marion, Ohio, and Dixie Meadows of Wyandot, Ohio. Two brothers, Charles and Robert Honaker, and two sisters, Mary Schneider and Ruth Ferrin, preceded him in death. Friends may call at the Snyder Funeral Home on Tuesday from 12–2 p.m. Pastor Ron Ellyson will hold funeral services there at 2 p.m. Burial with military honors will be in Fulton Cem.. Memorial contributions can be made to the Gilead Friends Church.

He married Myrtle Marie Bronson 14 Feb 1978. Born Jan 1935. vi. Robert Lee. Born 10 Jan 1930 in Columbus. Died 12 Dec 1995 in Toledo, Lucas Co., Ohio.vii. Georgia. Born 1933 in Ohio. She married Unknown Farrow.

8.vii.iii. viii. Dixie Ann. Born 13 Mar 1936 in Columbus. ix. Leroy E. Born 1941. He married Ruth D. Unknown.

8.viii.iii. Anna L.[5] Clark (Louisa Cordelia[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr 1887 in West Virginia.She married George W. Cook. Born ca. 1887 in West Virginia. Children:

i. Paul P.[6] Born ca. 1908 in West Virginia.

8.viii.vii. Otis Samuel[5] Clark (Louisa Cordelia[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 May 1898 in Willowood, Lawrence Co., Ohio. Died 27 Jun 1983 in Noble Co., Ohio.

He married Edna Unknown. Born ca. 1900 in Ohio. Children:

i. Nannie L. Born ca. 1929 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va.

9.iv.i. Florence V.[5] Kelly (Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1877 in Buchanan Co., Va. She married Wallace Compton. Children:

i. William[6].

9.iv.ii. Robert Sylvester[5] Kelly (Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Jul 1881 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died of cerebral hemorrhage 7 Mar 1942 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Buried in Monte Vista Cem., Bluefield. His World War I draft registration card was issued to him in Norton, Wise Co., Va., when he was 38, a U.S. Government mail carrier and teamster of medium height and build with blue eyes and gray hair. At the time of his death he was a carpenter.

He and his family were enumerated in the 1910 Tazewell Co., Va. census, Maiden Spring District. He was then 29; his wife “Liddie M.” was 30; Mertie N., daughter, 9, b. in Virginia; daughter Edger R., 7, b. in Virginia; son Oliver M., 5, b. in Virginia; son Claude S., 2, b. in Virginia. They were enumerated in the 1920 Steubenville, Wayne Co., Ky., census. He was then 39, able to read and write, renting a home; Lydia was 39; Claude S. was 14; Oliver M. was 11; Kathleen A. was 6; Ralph S. was 7 mo.; in the household was Robert’s brother William S., 24.

He married Lydia Margaret Compton (called Liddy), daughter of Miles Compton and Louisa Jackson, 9 Dec 1900 in Buchanan County. Born 3 May 1881 in Slate Creek, Buchanan County. Died of cardiac arrest 27 Jan 1941 in Bluefield. Buried in Monte Vista Cem., Bluefield. Children (there were 13, but only five were alive by 1927):

i. Myrtle N.[6] Born 1901 in Virginia. She later lived in Findlay, Hancock Co., Ohio.ii. Edger R. Born 1903 in Virginia.iii. Oliver M. Born ca. 1905 in Virginia. (Reported age in 1910 census gives 1905; reported age in

1920 census gives 1909.)iv. Claude S. Born ca. 1908 in Virginia. (Reported age in 1910 census gives 1908; reported age in

1920 census gives 1906.)v. unknownvi. unknown

9.iv.ii. vii. Kathleen Arbutus. Born 1914 in Virginia.viii. Ralph S. Born 1920 in Kentucky.ix. unknownx. unknown

9.iv.ii. xi. Henry Ford[6]. Born 21 Jun 1927 in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio.xii. unknownxiii. unknown

10.iv.i. Cora Alice[5] Gullett (Nancy Ann[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]) Born 30 Jun 1875. Died 29 Jan 1916.She married Jacob Robert Syck (called Jake), son of Unknown Syck and Sophia Jane[?] Stratton (Jacob[1]). Born

1876. Died 10 June 1960 in Pike Co., Ky. Thought to be buried in Stratton/Syck Cem., Burning Fork, Pike County. Children:

10.iv.i. i. Oscar Kill[6]. Born 26 Aug 1912 in Pike County.

13.iv.iii. Atlas Burnett[5] Giles (Mary Ann[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Aug (also 22 Aug) 1889 in Honaker, Russell Co, Va. Died 9 May 1965 in Parrott, Pulaski Co., Va. Buried Sifford Cem., Parrott. He was a coal miner and loved to work in his shop and fix things for his neighbors.

He married Effie Mae[5] Hamilton, daughter of William Alexander Hamilton and Mary Josephine[4] Tickle (Abraham[1]), 9 Mar 1917 in Pulaski County. Born 23 Nov 1896 in Bland County. Died 10 Jan 1991 in Parrott. Buried in Sifford Cem. She loved to quilt and help neighbors. Children:

i. Maggie Helen[6]. Born 26 Apr 1918 in Pulaski County. Died 3 Feb 1996. Buried Highland Memory Gardens, Dublin, Pulaski County. She married Carl Clarence Blair 31 Dec 1941. Born 22 Apr 1916. Died 29 Feb 1996. Buried Highland Memory Gardens.

ii. Ruth Luveta. Born 14 Oct 1919 in Pulaski County. Died 1929. iii. Mary Josephine. Born 12 Apr 1921 in Pulaski, Va. She married Clyde Bruce 14 Oct 1939 in

Bristol, Tenn.iv. Edith Gerlean. Born 24 Sep 1923 in Pulaski County. She married Donald Bruce 16 Apr 1943.

v. Claude Atlas. Born 22 Oct 1925 in Pulaski County. Died 27 Sep 2002 in Belspring, Pulaski County. Married Dallas Melvin Hughett 24 Dec 1946.

vi. Cora. Born 6 Dec 1927. Died 15 Feb 2008. Buried Highland Memory Gardens. She married, first, Carl Williams. She married, second, Henry Harrison. She married, third, Weber Gasson Graham.

vii. Herman Alexander. Born 25 Feb 1929 in Pulaski County. Died 18 Sep 1995. Buried Sifford Cem., Parrott, Pulaski County. He married Rita Virginia Conner 28 May 1974 in Pulaski County. There were no children. Born 28 Mar 1940. Died 5 Sep 1990.

13.iv.iii. viii. Harry Reaford. Born 20 Sep 1935 in Parrott, Pulaski County.

13.vii.i. Lula Bell[5] Honaker (Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Sep 1898 in Virginia. She was enumerated in the 1930 Russell Co., Va. census, New Garden District, 5 Apr 1930 as household #66, living between her parents and brother Paul: Andrew Daugherty, 35, head; Lula, 28, wife; Anna L., 7; Elizabeth, 5; Ellen(?), 3; William, 4 mo.

She married Andrew Daugherty (called Andy). Born ca. 1895. A photograph exists of Andy with a Lydia Honaker, presently unidentified. One researcher believed Lydia may have been a daughter of Elbert[4] Honaker (Patton[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Children:

i. Anna L.[6] Born 1923. ii. Elizabeth. Born 1925.iii. Ellen(?). Born 1927.iv. William. Born Jan 1930.

13.vii.ii. George[5] Honaker (Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1900 in Virginia. Died 15 Apr 1978 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell Co., Va.

Unknown newspaper: George Honaker, age 74, of Honaker, Va., passed away early Saturday morning in a Kingsport, Tenn., hospital after an extended illness. A lifelong resident of Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Mell and Elizabeth Stump Honaker. He was a retired carpenter and was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Sadie L. Honaker in October 1967. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Mary E. Miller of Honaker and Mrs. Janice Lawson of High Point, N.C.; two sons, Paul E. Honaker of Rush, Ky., and James W. Honaker of Honaker; one brother, Paul Honaker of Honaker; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stanley Morris officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He married Sadie L. Dye. Born 1907. Died 14 Oct 1967 at her home in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. The funeral program indicated that services were at Fred B. Gent Chapel, 2 p.m., 17 Oct 1967, the Revs. Perry Herndon and Harley Dye officiating, with interment at Russell Memorial Cem.; survivors were husband George Honaker, daughters Mrs. Cecil Miller and Mrs. Hershel Lawson, sons James and Paul Honaker, sisters Mrs. George Harrison, Mrs. Bill Patrick, and Mrs. Russell Burk, brothers Ed and George Dye, arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home. Children:

13.vii.ii. i. James W.[6] Born 8 Sep 1926 in Honaker, Va.13.vii.ii. ii. Mary Elizabeth. Born 21 Aug 1928.

iii. Paul E. Died ca. 2005.iv. Janice. Died before 2011. She married Hershel Lawson.

13.vii.iii. Paul NMN[5] Honaker (Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Mar 1905 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 May 1989 in Honaker. Buried Clark Cem., Honaker. He attended Honaker [Va.] High School, then worked as a farmer, including employment on the Ferrell farm, Honaker, Va., his entire life. His hobbies included gardening. He and his family lived on Ibby’s Knob in Russell Co., Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Telegraph, 26 May 1989: Paul Honaker, 86, of Route 1, Newport, Va., died Wednesday at the home of his daughter in Newport. Born at Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Melvin and Elizabeth Honaker. A lifelong resident of Honaker before moving to Newport five years ago, he was a retired farmer with the Mont Clark Farm at Honaker. He was preceded in death by his wife, Esta Ray Honaker. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors: daughters, Margie Miller of Newport and Mrs. Bennie Honaker of Plain City, Ohio; sons, Wesley Honaker of Honaker and Perry Honaker of Interlachen, Fla.; 13 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. The funeral will be Friday at 2 p.m. at Honaker Funeral Home Chapel at Honaker with the Rev. Dennis White officiating and burial at Clark Cem. at Honaker. Friends may call Friday prior to services at the funeral home.

The funeral program gave the following additional information: Born March 21, 1903 in Honaker [year differs from what was reported to us,] funeral directors Gent Bros. & Bennett, Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va., grandsons were pallbearers.

He married Esta NMN Ray, daughter of Elbert Ray and Sally Stump, 4 Nov 1928 in Honaker. Born 19 May 1911 in Honaker. Died 9 May 1988 in Newport, Va. Buried Clark Cem., Honaker. She was a homemaker.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Telegraph, 11 May 1988: Esta Ray Honaker, 76, of Honaker, Va., died Monday at the home of her daughter in Newport, Va. Born at Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Elbert and Sally Stump Ray. She had resided in Honaker most of her life and was a member of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church of Honaker. Survivors: husband, Paul Honaker; daughters, Mrs. Bennie Honaker of Columbus, Ohio, and Margie Miller of Newport, Va.; sons, Perry Honaker of Interlachen, Fla., and Wesley Honaker of Honaker; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today in Honaker with the Rev. Dennis White officiating. Burial will be in the Clark Cem. in Honaker with the Rev. John Massie officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home until the funeral hour.

The funeral program gave the following additional information: Born May 19, 1911 in Honaker, funeral directors Gent Bros. & Bennett, Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va.

Children:

13.vii.iii. i. Perry Lee[6]. Born 29 Jun 1930. 13.vii.iii. ii. Wesley Belcher. Born 4 Oct 1931.13.vii.iii. iii. Margie Grace. Born 15 Sep 1933.571. iv. Anna Pearl. Born 12 May 1937 in Honaker. She married Abraham Bennie[6] Honaker (Martin[1]).

Their descendants continue under his listing.

13.vii.iv. John[5] Honaker (Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1907 in Virginia. Family researcher Abraham Bennie Honaker thought that John and his wife Bertha died at home in Honaker, Va., and were buried in Clark Cem., Honaker.

He married Bertha Clark. Children:

13.vii.iv. i. William Lee[6] (called Jack). Born 30 Aug 1934.13.vii.iv. ii. Joan. Born ca. 1936 in Honaker, Va.

iii. Ada.iv. Carol Sue.v. Thomas. Died before 2001.vi. Reba Belle.

13.x.i. Sadie[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Sep 1901 in Virginia. Died 2 Jul 1938. Buried Victor Meade Cem., Honaker, Va.

She married Robert Fields (called Rob). Children:

i. Robert, Jr.[6] (called Poke). He married, first, Gladys Helen[7] Honaker, (Martin[1]). They divorced. There were no children.

ii. Eula. She married, first, unknown. She married, second Jake Jacobs.

13.x.iii. Bessie[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1904 in Virginia.She married James (also reported as Walter) Monk (called Jim). Children:

i. Herman[6]. He married Ellen Unknown. ii. Carrie. iii. Opal. iv. Paul. v. Thurman.

13.x.iv. Flora[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Jan 1907 in Virginia. Died 7 Aug 1985 at Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands, Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

She married Nathan Cox. Born 1909. Died 10 Feb 1967 in Clinch Valley Hospital. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens. Children:

13.x.iv. i. Virginia[6].13.x.iv. ii. Alice June (called June). Born 24 Jun 1932 in Berwind, McDowell Co., W.Va.13.x.iv. iii. Shirley.

iv. Darlene. She married Don Case.

13.x.viii. Ruby Gladys[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1915. Died 5 Aug 1960. She had one child with unknown:

13.x.viii. i. Bill Edward[6]. [Honaker] Born 11 Jun 1931.

She married Henry Musick. Children:

ii. Geraldine. She married Joe Hodston. iii. Darlene. She married, first, Joe Young. She married, second, Jerry Davis. iv. Helen. She disappeared in the 1960s. v. Carl Henry. He married Frances Crabtree. vi. Patricia. She married, first, Kenneth Hughes. She married, second, Ricky Phillips. She married,

third, Mike Collins. 13.x.viii. vii. Mary Henrietta. Born ca. 1946 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

viii. Carrie Imogene. She married Bill Fate Alexander. ix. Jerry Michael. He married Faye Unknown. x. Wilmer Lee (also reported as William Lee). He never married.xi. Danny.

13.x.ix. Sara Elizabeth Waldean[5] Honaker (also Waldean Elizabeth) (called Waldean) (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Feb 1916 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. (also reported as Russell Co., Va.) One researcher reported the name as Sarah E., attributing the first name and middle initial to honor her Aunt Sara and Uncle Elbert. Her obituary gives the name as Waldean Elizabeth.

Honaker [Va.] Funeral Home, 20 Sep 2013: Mrs. Waldean Elizabeth Ball, 98, of Honaker, passed away Wed., Sept. 18, 2013, at a Lebanon, Va., nursing facility. Born Feb. 27, 1916, in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of John and Nannie Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, she was of the Holiness faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Pauline Robinson, five brothers, and six sisters. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include one grandson, David Robinson; two great-grandchildren, Joseph Robinson and Jessica Robinson; one son-in-law, Carl Robinson; special niece, Vickie Monk; special nephew, Carl Henry Musick; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Fri., Sept. 20, 2013, at the Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel, Lebanon, Va., with the Rev. Grady McGlothlin officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

She married Earl Thomas[5] Ball, (Martin[1]). Their descendants continue under his listing.

13.x.x. Tiny Helen[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Apr 1919. Died at home 25 Jul 1981 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell County.

She married Walter Kennedy. Born 1909. Died 1974 in Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens. Children:

i. Kermit[6]. ii. Lowell. iii. Earnest.

13.x.xi. Arnold Fred[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Mar 1922 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 30 Aug 1975 in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla. Buried Garden of Memories, Tampa.

Unknown newspaper and date (with photograph): Mr. Arnold F. Honaker, 54, of 220 East Broad Street, Tampa, passed away Saturday morning. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Church of God of Prophecy, 401 West Bougenvillea, with Rev. C.A. Pace, officiating. Pallbearers will be Joe Muse, Kerr Bowmer, Jerry Frederick, Everett Tubbs, Roy Hawkins, and Rev. Story. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. The family will be at the F.T. Blount Co. Funeral Home, 5101 Nebraska Avenue, Monday evening from 7 until 9 p.m. Mr. Honaker was a native of Honaker, Va. and had resided in Tampa for 17 years. He was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy and a veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Gaynell Honaker, Tampa, 7 sons, Jerry Honaker, Fay Honaker, Freddie Honaker, Roger Honaker, Lawrence Honaker, Keith Honaker, and Michael Honaker, all of Tampa, Fla.; daughters, Mrs. Linda Miller and Mrs. Brenda Gaskill, both of Tampa, Fla.; 17 grandchildren; 2 brothers, Raymond Honaker, Honaker,

Va., and William Honaker, Columbus, Ohio; and 4 sisters, Mrs. Mamie Thompson, [Galion], Ohio, Mrs. [Waldean] Ball, Honaker, Va., Mrs. Flora Cox, and Mrs. Walter Kennedy, both of Richlands, Va.

He married Gaynelle Compton, daughter of Hampton Compton and Lillie Bell Thompson, 17 Sep 1941 in Honaker. Born 28 Jun 1923 in Honaker. Died 26 Mar 2008 in Tampa. Buried in Garden of Memories.

Unknown newspaper and date, Tampa, Fla., 27 Mar 2008: Gaynell Honaker, 85, of Tampa, passed away Mar. 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, three sons and her daughter. She is survived by her children, Sue, Freddie, Roger, Lawrence, Keith and Michael, all of Tampa; brother, Cecil Compton of Norfolk, Va.; sister, Elizabeth Lasley of Bristol, Va.; and many loving grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m., Sat., Mar. 29, 2008, at Adams & Jennings Chapel, [the Rev. Charlie Pace, Church of God, officiating,] with interment to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will be 5–7 p.m. Fri., Mar. 28, 2008, at the funeral home.

Children:

13.x.xi. i. Jerry Lee[6]. Born 7 Jul 1942 in Russell Co., Va. 13.x.xi. ii. Fay Howard. Born 8 Nov 1943 in Russell County. 13.x.xi. iii. Linda Sue (called Sue). Born 18 Mar 1945 in Russell County. 13.x.xi. iv. Freddie Junior. Born 7 Dec 1946 in Russell County. 13.x.xi. v. Roger Bert. Born 30 Mar 1948 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.13.x.xi. vi. Lawrence Tommy. Born 13 Aug 1949 in Russell County. 13.x.xi. vii. Brenda Kay. Born 18 Dec 1950 in Honaker, Russell County. 13.x.xi. viii. Keith Allen. Born 16 Jul 1952 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

ix. William John. Born 18 Nov 1954 in Mt. Vernon. Died 22 Jul 1970 in Tampa. He never married.Tampa Tribune, 24 Jul 1970: William J. Honaker, 16, of 220 E. Broad St., died in a

motorcycle accident Wednesday. A native of Columbus, Ohio, he was a Protestant. Survivors include his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Honaker, Tampa, seven brothers, Jerry, Fred, Lawerence, Keith and Michael Honaker, all of Tampa, Fay Honaker, Kissimmee, and Robert Honaker, Germany; two sisters, Mrs. Linda Sue Miller and Miss [Brenda] Kay Honaker, Tampa.

x. Michael Anthony. Born 9 Mar 1958 in Richlands. In 2006 he lived in Tampa. He married Shirley Ann Kreischer 6 Jun 1988 in Tampa. They had no children. Shirley had a son, Michael, by a prior marriage.

13.x.xii. John June[5] Honaker (John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jul 1927. Died 17 May 1967 in a rock fall during a coal mine accident. Buried Victor Meade Cem., Honaker, Va. The headstone gives his name as John Honaker, Jr., which we cannot reconcile with what has been reported to us about his middle name. John served as a private first class in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. His headstone appears in a photograph in Lebanon [Va.] News, page one, 23 Apr 2014, which also features his grandson Travis Honaker, with an accompanying story about Travis having won an award-winning song about his grandfather. We do not know Travis’s parents.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 23 Apr 2014 with photographs---CEDAR Regional Coal Fair Student Project Winners Announced—Travis Honaker of Honaker Wins Overall Music Category. Photo cutline one: “Travis Honaker pictured at his grandfather’s graveside.” Photo cutline two: “Travis Honaker shown with his trophy and check for song written about his grandfather.” [These photos and the story were reprinted in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2014.]

Student projects in seven different categories from across the coalfields was the focus of the Ninth Annual CEDAR Regional Coal Fair, April 9-11 in Wise. Travis Honaker of Honaker Elementary School had an exceptional day at the event as he was the overall Music category winner. CEDAR, which stands for Coal Education Development and Resources, is a non-profit program which began in Virginia in August 2005. Annually, CEDAR hosts a regional coal fair and also awards grants to classroom teachers developing coal units in their teaching of natural resources, which correlate to Virginia Standards of Learning.

The regional fair, which was open to the public April 9-11 at the convocation center on the campus of UVA-Wise, featured approximately 450 student projects related to the study of coal in fields including social studies, science, math, music, art, English and technology/multi-media. Projects at the regional fair were winners at their individual school levels. Cash prizes were awarded to student winners at the regional fair. Levels of competition include pre-kindergarten through fourth grade; fifth through seventh grade; and eighth through 12th grade.

Approximately 1,600 students in the six coalfield counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, Tazewell, Wise and Lee counties took part in this year’s CEDAR program. ….. Prizes for students were $100, $75, and $50 for first, second, and third places respectively. Students who were overall subject winners received an additional $250 and the Student of the Year and the Teacher of the Year received an additional $500. In addition to Travis, who won a total of $350 for the Music category, there were several winners from …..

Coal Fair Winners 2014…Music [5th to 8th grade] Travis Honaker, Honaker Elementary

He married, first, Marilyn Unknown, a native of the Phillipines. There were no children.He married, second, Betty Harris. Children:

i. Ricky Allen[6]. 13.x.xii. ii. Judy. 13.x.xii. iii. Timothy. 13.x.xii. iv. Susan.

17.iv.iv. Carter NMN[5] Belcher (Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 5 Feb 1886 in Shraders, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 8 Aug 1937 in Center Village, Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Bob Belcher said that Carter’s mother may have gotten the name from her brother’s child born two years before; that Carter’s wife Ora called him Rastus; and that Carter moved his family to Ohio by train about 1923, taking a few banty roosters that woke the other passengers in the middle of the night. A more complete family history was written by Carter’s son Carl Robert about 12 Apr 1996. It is shown in his paragraph.

Unknown newspaper and date: Obituary—Carter Belcher was born Feb. 5, 1886 in Tazewell county, Virginia, died Aug. 8, 1937, at the Mt. Vernon hospital-sanitarium. Son of George Belcher and Emeline Honaker Belcher. On Feb. 20, 1907 he was united in marriage to Ora Viola Pruett. To this union nine children were born. He leaves his wife, four daughters, Kathleen Morrison, Ida Shrimplin, and Girthel Henery, of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Reba Keller of Cardington, Ohio; and five sons, Clarence and Herman, of Mt. Vernon, Carl, Frank and Foy at home; two grandchildren, Vivian and Donna Shrimplin; his mother; step-father; one brother, and one sister. A host of other relatives and friends are left to mourn the loss of a loved one. He was a faithful and devoted husband and father and a highly respected citizen. As a neighbor with a sunny disposition and a cheery smile was always ready to help at all times, and “a friend indeed to a friend in need.” On the morning of Aug. 8, he silently glided away to meet the loved ones that had gone on before. “Asleep in Jesus! Blessed sleep From which none ever wake to weep; A calm and undisturbed repose, Unbroken by the last of foes, Asleep in Jesus! Oh, for me, May such a blissful refuge be! Surely shall my ashes lie, and Wait the summons from on high.” Gone but not forgotten.

He married Ora Viola Pruett, daughter of John Mitchell Pruett and Mary M. Whitt, 20 Feb 1907 in Tazewell County. Born 14 Nov 1888 in Sinking Waters, Jeffersonville, Tazewell County. Died 5 Feb 1974 in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Children:

i. Clarence Raymond[6]. Born 3 Jun 1908 in Gardner, Russell Co., Va. In 1937 he lived in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Died 16 Aug 2004 in Bakersfield, Kern Co., Calif.

Mt. Vernon [Ohio] News, 19 Aug 2004: Bakersfield, Calif.—Clarence Raymond Belcher, 96, a former resident of Centerburg, died Aug. 16, 2004, in Bakersfield, Calif. He was born June 3, 1908, in Russell, Va., to Carter and Ora (Pruett) Belcher. He married Dorothy Martin on Dec. 25, 1938. In 1943 they moved to Oakland, Calif. They relocated to Burbank, Calif., in 1948 where he was employed by the Pioneer Supermarket for 25 years. Following his retirement they moved to Bakersfield, Calif. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, gardening and woodworking. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, and brothers Carl (Betty) of Beaverton, Ore., Frank (Mary Belle) of Phoenix, Ariz., and Foy of Glendale, Calif. Preceding him in death were his parents; his brother, Herman; and sisters, Reba Keller, Ida Peugh, Sally Girthel Henwood and Kathleen Tier. Private services were held in Bakersfield on Aug. 18.

He married Dorothy Ellen Martin, daughter of Carl Wesley Martin and Bertha Mae Long, 25 Dec 1938 in Greenup Co., Ky. Born 9 Nov 1917 in Mt. Vernon. Died 27 Feb 2009 in Bakersfield.

ii. Kathleen Claire. Born 25 Dec 1909 in Gardner, Russell Co., Va. In 1937 she lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Died 23 Jun 2002 in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Buried Mt. Vernon [Ohio] Memorial Gardens.

Mt. Vernon [Ohio] News, unknown date--Kathleen Claire (Belcher) Tier, age 92, a former Mount Vernon resident, died Sun., June 23, 2002 in Glendale, Calif. Kathleen was born Dec. 25, 1909 in Russell Co., Va., to Carter and Ora (Pruett) Belcher and grew up in the Mount Vernon area. She moved to California in the 1950s and in recent years had made her home with her brother Foy. Kathleen is survived by four brothers, Clarence (Dorothy) Belcher of Bakersfield, Calif., Carl (Betty) Belcher of Shady Cove, Ore., Frank (Mary Belle) Belcher of Mount Vernon and Foy Belcher of Glendale, Calif. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Edward Tier in 1972, a brother Herman Belcher and three sisters, Ida Peugh, Girthel Henwood

and Reba Keller. Friends may call Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Snyder Funeral Home in Mount Vernon where funeral services will be Monday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Jamie Gump officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice.

She married, first, John Morrison ca. 1931 in Mt. Vernon. Born ca. 1910 in Ohio. She married, second, Edward Smith Tier, son of Charles T. Tier and Fannie Bryant, 29 Sep 1949 in Russell Co., Va. Born 13 Aug 1898 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Died 29 Jul 1972 in Glendale, Calif.

17.iv.iv. iii. Ida Mae. Born 18 May 1911 in Gardner.17.iv.iv. iv. Sally Girthel. Born 10 Dec 1912 in Gardner.17.iv.iv. v. Herman Allen. Born 22 Nov 1914 in Tazewell Co., Va.17.iv.iv. vi. Reba Laura. Born 1 Nov 1916 in Tazewell County.17.iv.iv. vii. Carl Robert. Born 21 Jun 1920 in Shraders, Tazewell County.17.iv.iv. viii. Kenneth Franklin (called Frank). Born 1 Sep 1922 in Tazewell County.

ix. Foy Alfred. Born 21 Jan 1925 in Centerburg, Knox Co., Ohio. In 1937 he lived in Mt. Vernon. Knox County. Died 10 Jul 2012 in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Buried Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, Los Angeles Co., Calif. He married, first, Barbara Ann Rose, daughter of Joe Therrell Rose and Helen Unknown, 17 Aug 1964 in Las Vegas, Clark Co., Nev. Born 27 Mar 1934 in Los Angeles. He married, second, Juanita Nemenzo 30 Jul 2004 in Glendale.

17.iv.v. Otis Finney[5] Ashbrook (Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Sep 1889 in Russell Co., Va. Died ca. 1960.

He married Bessie Holland 23 Apr 1908 in New Garden, Russell County. Born 15 May 1893 in Lebanon, Russell County. Died 11 Jan 1958. Children:

i. Ellen[6]. Born ca. 1909 in New Garden.17.iv.v. ii. Vinnie. Born ca. 1911 in New Garden.

iii. Elbert. Born Sep 1915 in New Garden. iv. Mary Sue. Born Sep 1916 in New Garden.v. Ernest. Born ca. 1918 in New Garden.vi. Thelma. Born ca. 1921 in New Garden.vii. Carl. Born ca. 1924 in New Garden.

17.iv.v. viii. Lois Irene. Born 20 Sep 1927 in New Garden.ix. William. Born ca. 1932 in Russell County.x. Faye Howard. Born a. 1934 in Russell County.

17.iv.vi. Nannie M.[5] Ashbrook (Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 15 May 1893 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Oct 1968 in Worthington, Marion Co., W.Va.

Fairmont [W.Va.] Times, 17 Oct 1968: Mrs. A.S. Dingus Dies Wednesday—Mrs. Norma M. Dingus, 75, of Route 1, Worthington, Helen’s Run community, died at 3:30 a.m. Wednesday in her home. She was born in Honaker, Va., May 15, 1893, a daughter of the late William and Sara Honaker Ashbrook. Mrs. Dingus was twice married. Her first husband was the late Mabe Dye. Surviving are her second husband, Anthony S. Dingus; five daughters, Mrs. Russell (Lola) Snyder of Roanoke, Va., Mrs. Wilson (Ada) Hess and Mrs. Forda (Ora) Helmick, both of Baltimore, Md., Mrs. Allen (Alma) Peters and Mrs. Egnute (Helen) Evans, both of Erie, Pa.; six sons, William S. Dye of Royal Oak, Mich., Albert H. Dye of Idiala, Miss., Carl E. Dingus of Route 1, Worthington, Fay A. Dingus and Clarence R. Dingus, both of Erie; 42 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. One daughter, Mrs. Louis (Alberta) Lovell, two brothrs and one sister are deceased. Friends may call at the Frey Home for Funerals after noon today.

On 3 Aug 2001 Carolyn Sue (Dingus) Ferguson, daughter of Carl Everett[6] Dingus, wrote recollections of Nannie and Anthony, her grandparents, to her cousin Bob Belcher:

Good Evening, Bob! I know what you mean about making these people more real. When you sent the picture of Sarah, it was quite a feeling to be able to put a face to the name. My grandmother had a large oval picture of William Ashbrook hanging on her living room wall. It was a very dark photo so to a young mind, it made an impression. All these years later, I can still recall what the man looked like. However, I had no idea what Susan looked like.

I can tell you a little about Nannie. She passed away when I was 6 years old so my memory of her is vague. However, I can still remember her sitting in her bed against one of those lounge pillows (I think you call it that). Grandma was very loving to her grandchildren. I recall a feeling of warmth with Grandma. She told me a riddle that I have never forgotten. It went, “What’s round as a biscuit, busy as a bee, the prettiest thing you ever did see?” The answer: a watch. I

asked my mother (who knew Grandma very well as they were very close) to describe what Grandma was like. She told me that you didn’t mess with her. If she liked you, she’d do anything for you. If she didn’t like you, she didn’t want you around her at all. Also, ou didn’t mess with Grandma’s grandchildren. She was very protective of her grandchildren. My grandfather referred to Grandma as “Momma” or “Mammy.” Mom said that Grandpa would call my dad from next door and tell him “Your mammy wants to see you.” Grandma had monkeys, how many I do not know. Carl, Jr. told me that Grandma would go in the cellar to do the wash. While she was downstairs, the monkeys would play with the telephone. The night that Grandma passed away, my mother sobbed openly. A bloodclot went to her heart. Grandpa called my dad about midnight and told him that she died. Dad and Mom went right over. My mother also told me that Grandpa adored Grandma and she felt the same for him.

My father told my mother some stories about when he was growing up. I’ll relate them as best I can. Before 1936, my grandparents lived for a time in Slaty Fork [Pocahontas Co.], W.Va., on a mountain. My grandfather worked on the railroad there and had to work sometimes over night. Of course, telephones weren’t as they are now. Their closest neighbor was pretty far away. My grandparents and their neighbor devised a plan that if there arose an emergency that required the neighbor’s assistance, the needful one would fire a gunshot in the air. The other neighbor would acknowledge the gunshot by firing one back. One day, my dad, my aunt Alma, and my aunt Helen were playing in the yard when they noticed a strange man standing on the train tracks that ran close by. The stranger was watching the kids very intently. The three ran in the house and told Grandma about it. Grandma looked out the window and the stranger was still there warching the house. Grandma grabbed the gun, went outside, and fired a shot in the air. Right away, the neighbor fired a shot back to let Grandma know they were on their way. The stranger disappeared and was never seen again.

Dad told Mom that the only means of transportation up or down the mountain in Slaty Fork was by train. If you needed to go into town, you could catch the train in the morning and ride it back again around supper time. If you needed groceries from town but didn’t want to spend the day in town, you could give your grocery list and the money to the conductor. Someone on the train would run your errands for you and return the groceries to you when the train ascended the mountain at suppertime.

Dad said that one time he and his parents went into town shopping. Dad found a jacket that he really wanted. Grandma searched and searched but couldn’t find a jacket that was Dad’s size, they were all too big. Dad pouted and insisted he wanted that jacket. Finally, Grandpa said he would buy Dad the jacket, but that Dad had better wear it. Dad said he would and his parents bought the jacket forf him. After awhile of wearing the jacket, the sleeves being too long started to get to Dad so he took the jacket off. Grandpa yelled at him and made him continue to wear that jacket.

Nannie and Anthony were the only grandparents I ever really knew. My mother’s parents are distant and cold. Well, were. My grandmother on my mother’s side still lives However, I have not seen her for 20 years. She doesn’t know that she is a great great grandmother. A pretty sad comment on a life. At least I had the privilege to know Grandma and Grandpa Dingus no matter how brief it was. I just wish I could remember them better. I think they deserve that (and a lot more). They were good, strong, decent people and if I have turned out anything at all like them, I am pleased. I pick Mom’s brain every time she comes up. Always, it’s the same question: “Do you recall anything else about Grandpa and Grandma?” Sometimes she does and sometimes she doesn’t. Grandma confided all the family secrets to Mom. All of Grandpa and Grandma’s other children moved away. Dad was the only one who stayed in West Virginia. Actually, for awhile, Dad lived in Pittsburgh. He and Mom must’ve moved to West Virginia before 1962 as I was born there. Mom was from West Virginia also. I’m glad it worked out that way as I can rely on Mom for family information. Carl Jr consulted Dad’s living siblings a while back for family information. They knew less information than Mom did.

Well, I hope you enjoy the stories. I am mesmerized when Mom starts “spinning yarns” about family stories. There are other stories but I hesitate to reveal them for two reasons. One, there is no proof. Two, I don’t want you to think I’m not playing with a full deck. I assure you that I am of sound mind, as were my kin who told the stories. Carolyn.

She married, first, Mabe B. Dye, son of Joshua Dye and Mary Jane Boyd, 8 Dec 1910 in Russell County. Born 15 Dec 1883 in Russell County. Died 25 Oct 1925 in Lomax, McDowell Co., W.Va. When he died, his seven children were taken by the state and placed in various foster homes apparently because Nannie had no income; she never regained custody and did not see her first seven children again until they were of age. Children:

17.iv.vi. i. Alberta Irene[6]. Born 30 Sep 1911.ii. Birtie J. Born ca. 1912.

17.iv.vi. iii. Ada. Born 6 Mar 1913 in Russell Co., Va.17.iv.vi. iv. Lola D. Born 17 Feb 1915.17.iv.vi. v. William Sherman. Born 9 May 1917 in West Virginia.17.iv.vi. vi. Ora. Born 19 Mar 1919 in Cucumber, McDowell Co., W.Va.

vii. Albert H. Born 14 Jul 1921. Died 11 Jun 1995 in Erie, Erie Co., Pa.17.iv.vi. viii. Claude H. Born 2 Aug 1923.

She married, second, Anthony Samuel Dingus, son of Everett Ellsworth Dingus and Elizabeth Ann Counts, 17 Jul 1927 at Spencer Presbyterian Church, Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va. She was 27, he 28. They were married by I.T. Spencer.Born 3 Jun 1898 in Coeburn, Wise Co., Va. Died 8 Nov 1972 in West Virginia. Children:

17.iv.vi. ix. Alma Sylvia. Born 12 Jan 1927 in Idamay, Marion Co., W.Va.17.iv.vi. x. Carl Everett. Born 27 Apr 1928 in Marion Co., W.Va.17.iv.vi. xi. Helen. Born 30 Jul 1929 in West Virginia.17.iv.vi. xii. Fay Anthony. Born 11 Dec 1933.17.iv.vi. xiii. Clarence R. Born 24 Apr 1938.

17.vi.iii. John[5] Hankins (Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Nov 1892. Died 1 Apr 1954.He married Drucilla Whitt, possibly the daughter of William G. Whitt and Linna Pruett. Born 29 Jun 1894 in

Virginia. Died 28 Sep 1981. Children:

17.vi.iii. i. Ruby[6].17.vi.iii. ii. Gerthel.

iii. Grey. Born in Virginia. She married Bill Brummitt. There were no children.17.vi.iii. iv. Sadie. Born Jan 1920.17.vi.iii. v. Hermes.17.vi.iii. vi. John Roland. Born 1929.

18.iii.vii. Pearl[5] Wilson (twin) (Viola Jane[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Apr 1900 in Virginia. Died 1928.

She married Lester Honaker, son of Patton[4] (Martin[1]). Their line continues under his listing.

18.vii.i. Walter C.[5] Bailey (Isaac[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1889 in Russell Co., Va., to Isaac Honaker and Virginia B. Strow (called Jenny). Died 19 Jul 1963. There are two interpretations of how he came by the surname Bailey. The first is that after his father’s death, his mother remarried a Bailey. We believe this to be the correct version as there is a record of that marriage. The second, from Tazewell Co., Va. Marriage Index (1900-1924), under listings for 1908, showed Walter C.’s marriage, explaining his name thus, “Walter was born with the surname ‘Honaker’ but his parents died in an accident and was then raised by the Bailey family and thus took their name.”

He lived with his mother and her second husband, John M. Bailey, from the time that he was four years old, and used the Bailey surname. His marriage entry gives the name as Walter C. Honaker Bailey.

Walter’s family was enumerated as household #161 in the 1910 census in Maiden Springs District, Va. Household #162 was his mother and stepfather. The enumerator listed John M. Bailey as 41 and Jennie 42, farmers, married 17 years (four years after Walter was born) with children.

Walter married Mary Magdeline Lambert Brown, daughter of Edward Lambert and Emily Jane Brown, 30 Apr 1908 in Tazewell Co., Va. He was 19 and she 24. Born ca. 1884. She was the widow of Rufus Brown Jr. and brought two children to the marriage, Gracie, age 6, and Ethel, age 3. Children (of Walter and Mary):

i. Edward[6]. Born ca. Jul 1909. He was eleven months old at the 1910 census.

21.i.iii. Shade William[5] Ray (Elias[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1890. Died 1954. Buried Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell Co., Va.

He married Nora Mae Ray (maiden surname), relationship udetermined. Born 1894. Died 1969. Buried Honaker-Ray Cem. Children:

631. i. Lona Celestine[6] Born 11 Nov 1912 in Russell County. Died 21 Feb 1996 in Russell County. She married Martin descendant Leo Henry[6] Honaker. Their descendants continue under his listing.

21.i.iii. ii. Alma. Born 4 Jan 1922 in Russell County.

21.i.v. Nannie Elizabeth[5] Ray (Elias[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1896. Died of a blood disorder 1923. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell Co., Va. Heritage of Russell Co., Va., Vol. II, reported that after her untimely death, her husband raised their five children alone until his own death.

She married Frank Taylor, son of Harvey Taylor and Celia Ray, 14 Sep 1910, at the home of the Rev. J.W. Hubbard, Methodist minister, Russell County. Born 1872. Died of heart disease 1948. He was a farmer in Honaker, Va. A Ray family

researcher reported that his mother Celia was a daughter of Iradell Ray and Rhoda Sargent; sister of George Madison Ray who married Martin descendant Lydia[3] Honaker; and sister of Elisha Ray who married Martin descendant Cynthia[3] Honaker. In 2008 another researcher reported that his mother was Celia Honaker, daughter of Isaac Honaker and Celia Whitt; however, we were not then able to identify a Celia Whitt. Children:

i. Iona Mae[6]. Born 1913.ii. Dora Elizabeth. Born 1916.iii. Ardle Glen. Born 1918.iv. Pearl Ola. Born 1920.

21.i.v. v. Carl Richard. Born 1921.

21.x.iii. Graham[5] Dye (Otis[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Dec 1915. Died 1985 in Florida. He married Beulah Gay Hall, daughter of John Lee Hall and Kathryn Coburn. They divorced. Born 15 Oct 1922 in

Mercer Co., W.Va. She also married Pitt Sentell and Theodore Petrie. Children:

21.x.iii. i. Bill Joe[6]. Born 24 Jan 1940 in Narrows, Giles Co., Va.ii. Jack Lee. Born 12 Feb 1941 in Pearisburg, Giles Co., Va. Died 3 Mar 1982 in Denver, Denver

Co., Colo.

21.x.v. Ronald Dennit[5] Dye (called Den) (Otis[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Oct 1920 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Sep 2004 in Christiansburg, Montgomery Co., Va. Buried McGlothlin Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 29 Sep 2004: Ronald Dennit “Den” Dye, 83, of Honaker, Va., passed away on Sat., Sept. 18, 2004. Born on Oct. 19, 1920, he was the son of the late Otis and Nannie Honaker Dye. He lived most of his life in Russell County, living the last six years in Bland, Va. He was a member and deacon of Bethany Baptist Church in Big A Mountain, Va., and a World War II veteran. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his wife, Effie M. Dye; daughter, Carolyn Dye; son, Steve Dye; four brothers and one sister. Survivors include two sons, Jackie Dye & wife Louise of Abingdon, Va., and Gerald Dye & wife Joyce of Honaker, Va.; one daughter, Sandra Gail Ratliff and husband Randy of Bland; sister, Jettie Whitaker of Tazewell, Va.; half-brother, Willis Dye of Bastain, Va.; three grandchildren, Christopher Dye, Richie Dye and Mindy Meade; three great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Family and friends served as pallbearers. Funeral services were held on Mon., Sept. 20, at 11 a.m. at Honaker [Va.] Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clyde Lambert officiating. Interment followed at the McGlothlin Family Cemetery, Big A Mountain, Va. Owens Funeral Service, Lebanon, Va., was in charge.

He married Effie Mae McGlothlin, daughter of William L. McGlothlin and Minnie Wilson. Born 20 Jun 1920 in Honaker. Died 23 Aug 1996 in Lebanon, Va. Buried McGlothlin Cem., Big A Mountain. Children:

i. Ronald Jackie[6] (called Jackie). Born 11 Oct 1950.ii. Larry Gerald (called Gerald). Born 27 Nov 1951.iii. Carolyn. Stillborn. Buried McGlothlin Cem.iv. Richard Steve (called Steve). Born 4 Feb 1957. Died 28 Feb 1991. v. Sandra Gail (called Sandy). Born 16 Mar 1959 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. In 2004 she lived

with her husband in Bland, Bland Co., Va. She married Raymond Randall Ratliff (called Randy), 15 Nov 1985 in Grundy, Buchanan Co., Va. Born 6 Feb 1950 in Grundy. There were no children.

30.ii.i. Hattie Ann[5] Sergant (Elizabeth Irene[4], Daniel J.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[l]). Born 11 Dec 1889 in Johnsons Creek, Gary District, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 19 Aug 1962 in Pinch, Kanawha Co., W.Va.

She married Marcellus Campbell Harper (called Celly), son of George Summers Harper and Catherine Elizabeth Droddy, 29 Oct 1907 in Cicerone, Harper District, Roane Co., W.Va. Born 11 Oct 1884 in Cicerone. Died 28 Aug 1953 in Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Raymond Woodrow[6] (called Ray).

42.ii. Luvena[5] Honaker (called Lou) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Oct 1877 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 30 Jan 1954 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Milton [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 1 Feb 1954: Mrs. Luvena Qualls, 76 years old, of Culloden, who died Saturday, will be buried in Milton Cemetery following funeral services at 2 p.m. today at Culloden Baptist Church to be conducted by the Rev. James Legg. The body has been taken to the home from the Heck Funeral Home at Milton.

She married, first, Unknown. He died. She married, second, James Monroe Qualls, son of Charles Allen Qualls and Louisa Hudson, 3 Feb 1906 in Cabell

County. Born 7 Oct 1867 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 9 Nov 1944 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried Milton Cem.Huntington [W.Va.] Advertiser, 11 Nov 1944: Funeral services for James Monroe Qualls, 77, of 27th Street, who

died Thursday at his home, will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the Milton Baptist Church with the Rev. R.J. Adkins officiating. Burial will be in the Milton Cemetery.

Children:

42.ii. i. Alpha[6]. Born 19 Nov 1906 in Milton. ii. Mary Thelma. Born ca. 1909 in West Virginia. She married Unknown Norby.iii. Clay H. Born 14 Oct 1910 in West Virginia. Died 26 Jul 1981 in Hurricane, Putnam Co., W.Va.

Buried White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, Cabell County. He married Ivory Jane Forth, daughter of Unknown Forth and Nannie G. Sowards. Born 16 Apr 1913 in Virginia. Died 20 Mar 2001 in Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.

42.ii. iv. Paul James. Born 27 Mar 1914 in West Virginia. v. Opal. Born 6 Jan 1918 in Milton. Died 4 Jun 2004 in Scott Depot, Putnam County. Buried Milton

Cem. She married Woodrow Wilson Lovejoy, son of Thomas Templeton Lovejoy and Mary Catherine Fisher, 1945 in West Virginia. Born 13 Apr 1917 in Scott Depot. Died 1 Mar 1992 in Scott Depot. Buried Milton Cem.

42.vii. Virginia Lee[5] Honaker (called Virgie) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Oct 1889 in Putnam Co., W.Va. The 1910 census gives May 1889. Died 9 Oct 1986 in Gallia Co., Ohio. Buried Centenery Cem. near Gallipolis, Gallia County.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date: Mrs. Virginia Edwards, 96, of Gallipolis [Ohio] died yesterday in Pine Crest Care Center. Surviving are two daughters, Elsie White of Proctorville and Lucille Dalton of Gallipolis; and two sons, Carl Edwards of Cleveland and Leo Edwards of Belpre. Funeral 1 p.m. tomorrow, Sat., Oct. 11, 1986, at Willis Funeral Home, Gallipolis; burial in Centenary Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

She married Guy F. Edwards, brother of her sister Chilli’s husband William and son of Thomas Benjamin Edwards and Nancy M. Hager. Born 13 May 1884 in West Virginia. Died 10 Apr 1963 in Gallipolis. Buried Centenary Cem.

Unknown newspaper and date: Guy F. Edwards was born May 13, 1884 and died April 10, 1963. Services from Garfield Avenue Church of Christ, Sat., Apr. 13, 1963 at 2 p.m. Clergyman officiating was David Pharr, evangelist. Final resting place, Centenary Cemetery. Funeral conducted by Wetherholt-Elliott-Sanders Funeral Home Gallipolis, Ohio.

Children:

42.vii. i. Elsie Ernestine[6]. Born 10 May 1910 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. ii. Carl Fremont. Born 28 Jun 1913 in West Virginia. Died 22 Oct 2001. He married Emogene

Unknown.iii. Lucille Anna. Born 26 Aug 1925 in Culloden. She married Basil A. Dalton.iv. Leo E. Born 3 Jan 1930 in Culloden. Died 22 Mar 1999 in Belpre, Washington Co., Ohio.v. Bradley C. Born 8 Jun 1933 in Patriot, Gallia Co., Ohio. Died 11 Jun 1956 in Gallipolis. Buried

Centenary Cem., Gallipolis.Unknown newspaper and date: Bradley “Pete” Edwards, 23, who had been an invalid

since the age of four, died in Holzer hospital at 1:30 a.m. Monday. He was taken ill suddenly Sunday and admitted to the hospital, where he was a patient for about 24 hours. He was the son of Guy and Virginia Honaker Edwards who survive, and was born on June 8, 1933 on Rt. 1 Patriot (Herman Hollow.) Other survivors in addition to the parents are the following brothers and sisters, Mrs. Elsie and Mrs. Anna White of Huntington, Mrs. Lucille Casto of Northup, Fremont of Cleveland and Leo, Rt. 1 Patriot. Two brothers, Lawrence and Carl, preceded him in childhood. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. at the Garfield Avenue Church of Christ with Rev. Glenn Graham officiating. Burial will be in Centenary cemetery under the direction of the Elliott-Sanders Funeral home.

vi. Lawrence. Died in infancy.vii. Carl. Died in infancy.viii. Anna. She married Unknown White.

42.ix. Chillow Jane[5] Honaker (called Chilli) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan 1893 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 22 Nov 1986 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, Cabell County.

Unknown newspaper, probably Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Mrs. Chillow Jane Edwards, 93, of Culloden, W.Va., died Sat., Nov. 22, 1986 at her residence after an extended illness. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at Hurricane Church of Christ by Minister Roger Lee. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. She was born Jan. 9, 1893, a daughter of the late Henderson and Sarah McCallister Honaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Edwards. She was a member of the Hurricane Church of Christ. Survivors include four daughters, Jewell Burdell and Lesta Burdette, both of Culloden, May Salyers of Dayton, Ohio, and Freida Haynes of Ironton, Ohio; one son, William Edwards Jr., of Culloden; one sister, Betty Rider of Shadyside, Ohio; 19 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane. The body will be taken to the church one hour before services.

She married William Edwards (called Willie), brother of her sister Virgie’s husband Guy and son of Thomas Benjamin Edwards and Nancy M. Hager. Born 24 Nov 1882 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. near Culloden. Died 27 Apr 1965 in Culloden. Buried White Chapel Cem., Barboursville.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 28 Apr 1965: William (Willie) Edwards, 82 years old, of Culloden, who died yesterday at his home, will be buried in White Chapel Memorial Gardens at Barboursville following funeral services tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the Laywell Church of Christ, of which he was a member, with Minister Max Cleveland and Minister Robert Reeves officiating. He was born in Lincoln County Nov. 24, 1882, a son of the late Thomas and Nannie Hager Edwards, and was a retired employee of the Union Carbide Corp. at South Charleston. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Chillow Honaker Edwards; a son, William Edwards, Jr. of Culloden; four daughters, Mrs. Jewel Burdette in Florida, Mrs. Mae Salyers of Dayton, Ohio, Mrs. Lesta Burdette of Culloden, and Mrs. Frieda Haynes of Ironton; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Scites of Culloden and Mrs. Maggie Mercer of Gallipolis, and 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. The body is at the Allen Funeral Home at Hurricane and will be taken to the church an hour before services.

Children:

i. Jewell M.[6] Born 25 Sep 1911 in Cabell County. Died 7 Feb 1994 in Culloden. She married Carl Clifford Burdette 15 Oct 1930 in Cabell County. Born 30 Apr 1909.

ii. Mae M. Born 14 Sep 1915 in West Virginia. Died 19 Nov 1993. She married Willard Salyers.42.ix. iii. Lesta A. Born 5 Jul 1917 in West Virginia.

iv. Freida. Born 3 Dec 1921. She married Albert Haynes.42.ix. v. William, Jr. Born 2 Mar 1925 in Huntington.

42.x. Icele Elizabeth[5] Honaker (called Icel, Icley, Isley and Betty) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Jan 1895 in Cabell Co., W.Va. The 1910 census gives Oct 1896. Her birthdate is recorded in Delayed Birth Books 1 and 2, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 8 Jan 1989 in Belmont, Belmont Co., Ohio.

She married Harry E. Rider, son of Thomas Rider (also reported as Melville Brooks Rider). Born ca. 1893 in Ohio. Children:

i. Dorothy Marie[6]. Born 16 Dec 1916 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 26 Jul 1991 in Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. She married Walter Fred Naylor 16 Nov 1941 in Wheeling, Ohio Co., W.Va. Born 16 Feb 1920. Died 17 Feb 1980 in Sandusky, Erie Co., Ohio.

ii. Wilma. Born ca. 1918 in West Virginia.iii. Eilene. Born ca. 1925 in West Virginia.

42.xi. Edith Gertrude[5] Honaker (called Gertie) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Oct 1897 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Her birthdate is recorded in Delayed Birth Books 1 and 2, Cabell County. Died 5 Oct 1986 in Southern Ohio Medical Center, Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio.

She married Clyde McCallister, son of Lafayette McCallister and Elizabeth Fanny Thomas. Born 4 Sep 1895 in Cabell County. Died 22 Aug 1968 in Southern Ohio Medical Center, Portsmouth. Children:

i. Basil[6]. Born 1917 in Ohio.ii. Paul. Born 1919 in Ohio.iii. Evelyn. Born 18 Feb 1920 in New Boston, Scioto Co., Ohio. Died 10 Jun 2012 in Southern Ohio

Medical Center, Portsmouth. Buried Siloam Cem., South Shore, Greenup Co., Ky.The Independent, place unknown, 11 Jun 2012: Evelyn McCallister Boyles, 92, of South

Shore, died Sunday in Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born Feb. 18,

1920, in New Boston, Ohio. Her husband, Carl H. Boyles, preceded her in death. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Roberson Funeral Home in South Shore. Burial will be in Siloam Cemetery in South Shore. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today and after 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

She married Carl Harrison Boyles.iv. Freda. Born 1922 in Kentucky.v. Bettie Lee. Born 22 Oct 1923 in West Virginia. Died 4 Jun 2003. Buried Ft. Logan National Cem.,

Denver, Denver Co., Colo. She married George R. Eddleman.vi. Lillian. Born 1926 in Kentucky.vii. Fayetta. Born 1928 in Kentucky.viii. Denver. Born 1931.ix. Kline. Born 1933.

42.xii. Tina Ann[5] Honaker (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Sep 1881 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 20 Jan 1977 in Putnam County. (also reported as Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va.) Buried in Woodmere Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 22 Jan 1977: Services scheduled for Mrs. Tina Ann May, of Huntington, 2 p.m. tomorrow. Beard Mortuary; Woodmere Memorial Park.

She married James S. May, son of Jacob S. May and Matilda Smith, 25 Oct 1899 (also reported as 31 Oct 1901) in Cabell County. Born Dec 1879 in Kentucky. Buried in Woodmere Cem. Children:

i. Silvia[6]. She married Joe Straight.ii. Abton (f.) Born 1902 in West Virginia.iii. Diana. Born 1904 in West Virginia. Died 12 Feb 1932.iv. Willie (f.) Born 1906 in West Virginia.

43.xiii. Rebecca Allyfair[5] Honaker (called Becky) (David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Jan 1897.She married Henry Newton Looney. Children:

43.xiii. i. Goldie May. Born 1925 in Buchanan Co., Va.43.xiii. ii. Dolly Gay[6]. Born 1927.

iii. Unknown daughter.iv. Unknown daughter.v. Unknown son.vi. Unknown son.

45.iv. Eppie[5] Honaker (Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jun 1884 in Tolver, Wolfe Co., Ky. A Special Certificate of Birth exists for Eppie, in lieu of a normal birth certificate. Her affidavit of 14 Apr 1948 said that her parents were born in Russell Co., Va., that she was the fourth child, that they lived in Tolver, Ky. when she was born. Her son William Taylor Clark of 1474 Manchester Ave., Columbus, Ohio, 33 years old, testified to the accuracy of the birth certificate 25 Aug 1948. Her son Herman Clark of 564 McCoy St., Columbus, 31 years old, also testified the same date.

She married, first, Tom Day. They divorced. Children:

i. Martha[6]. Born 26 Apr 1901. She married Unknown Swango. ii. Lenox. Born 16 Mar 1903. Died 17 Jun unknown year.

She married, second, Andy Porter Clark. Born 13 Dec 1870. Died May 1949. Children:

45.iv. iii. Estill Paris. Born 19 Jul 1908. iv. William Taylor. Born 23 Jan 1915 in Wolfe Co., Ky. He married Ruth Naomi Smith 30 Jun 1939.

Born 4 Jun 1916 in Columbus, Ohio. There were no children. 45.iv. v. Herman Elsmer. Born 21 Apr 1917. 45.iv. vi. Clifford Floyd. Born 26 Jun 1919. 45.iv. vii. James Walker. Born 20 Sep 1921.

viii. Steve. Born 12 Mar 1924 in Gosneyville, Wolfe Co., Ky. He married, first, Margaret Ann Haney 30 May 1946. He married, second, Sarah Kay Montgomery 21 Aug 1950. He married, third, Phyllis Jean Hacker 2 Sep 1964. There were no children.

45.iv. ix. Paul. Born 18 Aug 1927.

45.v. Mary[5] Honaker (called Mollie) (Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Died 8 Apr 1935. Buried in Maytown, Floyd Co., Ky.

She married William Washington Lawson. Born in Jul 1876. Died 27 Dec 1959 in West Union, Adams Co., Ohio. Buried in Locust Grove, Adams Co., Ohio. Children (there were 13, of whom one son was reported:)

i. Amps[6]. Lived in Ohio.

46.i. Benjamin Franklin[5] Conley (Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born at home 4 Mar 1874 in the Drake area of Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky. Died Aug 1934.

He married Dora Meade 1900. Died Jan 1958. Children:

46.i. i. Ray[6]. 46.i. ii. Herschel.

iii. Russell Harold. Born 1905. Died of croup ca. 1908.46.i. iv. Conrad.

v. Byron. Died Jul 1992. He married Matilda Gibbs and lived in Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky. There were no children.

46.i. vi. Lexie.46.i. vii. Hazel.46.i. viii. Fern.46.i. ix. Merle.46.i. x. Ruth.46.i. xi. Florence.46.i. xii. Anna Jewel.

46.ii. George Leslie[5] Conley (Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born at home 10 May 1876 in the Drake area of Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky. Died due to complications of influenza 12 Feb 1953 in Johnson County, where he lived all his life. He was a farmer. Buried in a hill cemetery above his grandfather Thomas Blaine Conley’s property in the Drake area, Flat Gap. The family referred to it as “the home cemetery.” Arrangements were by Jones Funeral Home, Paintsville, Johnson County.

He was enumerated with his parents in the 1880 Johnson Co., Ky., census. They were family #169, Flat Gap [Ky.] Precinct 3. He and his wife were enumerated in the 1900 Johnson County census as family #347, Magisterial District 4, and in the 1920 Johnson County census as family #114, Red Bush Precinct 13.

He married Laura Virgie Fannin (called Virgie), daughter of Hardin Foster Fannin (called Hardy) and Rebecca Fyffe, ca. 1909. Born 22 Apr 1886 in Crockett, Morgan Co., Ky. Died of bronchial pneumonia 17 Jan 1951 in Red Bush district, Johnson County. Buried Fannin Cem., Crockett, Morgan Co., Ky. Jones Funeral Home, Paintsville, Ky., was in charge. Children:

46.ii. i. Vonnie Mae[6]. Born 15 May 1910 in Flat Gap, Ky.

46.viii. Thomas Jonathan[5] Conley (Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born at home 8 Apr 1888 in the Drake area of Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky. Died 26 Sep 1970 .

He married Lola Rigsby, daughter of Unknown Rigsby and Unknown Grimm, 22 Mar 1913. Born 15 Apr 1894, perhaps in Tennessee. Died 30 Mar 1969. Children:

i. General Hargus. Born 19 Nov 1915. He married Naomi Taylor.ii. Prudis. Born 1 Nov 1917. Died 9 Feb 1981. She married Roy M. Peters.

46.viii. iii. Howard William. Born 3 Dec 1919 (also reported as 1920) in Pike Co., Ohio.iv. Homer Herschel. Born 26 Apr 1922. Died 16 Nov 1965. He never married.v. Haston. Born 23 Jul 1924. He married Virginia Palm.vi. Harry Van. Born 23 Aug 1927. He married Marilyn Brimmer (also reported as Brimner).vii. Phyllis Eileen. Born 24 Jul 1931. She married Bobby G. Maxey.viii. Patsy Pauline. Born 28 Jun 1933. She married John A. Cockrell.

52.v. Hester[5] Justice (Rebecca Vicey[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jan 1895 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 12 Apr 1936 in Sutton, Pike County.

She married George Martin Thacker, son of Emanuel Thacker and Martha Justice, 21 Sep 1911 in Kentucky. Born 18 Oct 1891 in Kentucky. Died 22 Oct 1956 in Louisville, Jefferson Co., Ky. Children:

i. Isaac Manuel[6]. Born 9 Apr 1912. ii. Irsie. Born 26 Apr 1914.

52.v. iii. Willard. iv. Rebecca Martha. Born 6 Jan 1918. Died Jul 1982 in Burbank, Los Angeles Co., Calif. v. Viola. Born 1 Jun 1921. vi. Fredrick. Born 3 Feb 1923. vii. Olen. Born 26 May 1924.

52.v. viii. Mellie Jane.

53.i. Catherine J.[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Aug 1877 in Virginia. Researchers originally reported that Catherine J. married Frank Craylis 26 Aug 1890 in Russell Co., Va. They were married by James Dye. No descendants were reported.

In 2003 family researchers Walter and Christopher Joseph Smith reported a great grandmother Catherine, daughter of Martin and Frances (unknown) Honaker, who married John Sims 22 Oct 1897 in Russell County. John was born 1876 in Scott Co., Va. Died 1963 in Virginia. We can’t say conclusively that Catherine J. is the correctly identified spouse for John Sims, but present knowledge suggests that he could have been a second husband. The continuation of her line, based on information provided by Walter and Christopher Joseph Smith, is based on that assumption. Children:

53.i. i. Edna Mary Elizabeth[6] (called Ett). Born 30 Apr 1886 in Finney, Russell Co., Va.ii. Zola May. Died 1998.iii. William McCoy. Born 1895.iv. Forrest.

53.viii. Florence S.[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1897 in Finney, Va. Died 24 Apr 1963 in Alexandria, Va. She and her husband were enumerated in the 1930 Russell Co., Va., census.

She married Arthur Demaine Franklin. Children (all but Alvin born in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.):

53.viii. i. Alvin Harold[6]. Born 21 May 1916 in Yukon, McDowell Co., W.Va. ii. Unnamed (twin). Born and died at birth 1918.iii. Unnamed (twin.) Born and died at birth 1918.

53.viii. iv. Rochelle Beatrice. Born 24 Sep 1920.53.viii. v. Rosalee. Born 28 Oct 1922. 53.viii. vi. Arnold Kenneth. Born 18 May 1924.

vii. Mary Frances. Born 25 Sep 1925. Died 6 Oct 1925.53.viii. viii. Helen Christine. Born 29 Sep 1926.

ix. Unnamed (twin). Born and died at birth 1927.x. Unnamed (twin). Born and died at birth 1927.

53.viii. xi. James Dewey [Davison]. Born 5 Sep 1928. xii. Unnamed (twin). Born and died at birth 1930.xiii. Unnamed (twin). Born and died at birth 1930.xiv. Dan Clyde (twin). Born 2 Feb 1931. Died 1995.xv. Don Claude (twin). Born 2 Feb 1931. Died 15 Sep 1967.xvi. Earnest Howard. Born 6 Mar 1933. Died 1995.xvii. Guthrie Banner. Born 1 Dec 1935. Died 21 Nov 1936.xviii. Arthur Demaine, Jr. Born 14 Oct 1937. Died 18 Oct 1937.

54.vi. Mollie[5] Honaker (George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Nov 1897.She married Billy Price 8 Sep 1913 in Russell Co., Va. Children (there were 11, of whom four are known):

54.vi. i. Robert Lee[6] (called Yogi.) Born 1933.ii. Lucille. She married Unknown Kirby.iii. Jane.

iv. May. She married Unknown Scott.

58.ix. Sally Letha[5] Honaker (called Letha) (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Dec 1884 in Russell Co., Va. Died 29 May 1959 in Harrodsburg, Mercer Co., Ky. Buried Spring Hill Cem., Harrodsburg.

She married William Thomas Fletcher (called Tom), son of Reuben Lee Fletcher and Eliza Finney, 3 Dec 1901 in Russell County. They were married by J.R. Hubbard. Born 28 Sep 1880 in Russell County. Died 25 Jul 1934 in Boyle Co., Ky. Buried Boyle County. Children:

58.ix. i. Basil[6]. Born 1902.58.ix. ii. Bessie. Born 19 Aug 1908.58.ix. iii. Howard Douglas. Born 16 Feb 1916.

iv. Robert. Born 1917 in Russell County. Died 17 Dec 1918 in Russell County.58.ix. v. Mary Margaret (called Margaret). Born Dec 1918.58.ix. vi. James. Born 22 Oct 1922.58.ix. vii. Lucille. Born Feb 1925.

59.vi. Elizabeth[5] Honaker (called Lizzie) (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1885. Buried in a family cemetery in Springville, Tazewell Co., Va.

She married John Franklin Puckett 30 Dec 1904 in Russell Co., Va. J.R. Hubbard performed the ceremony. Born Nov 1880. Died 1934. Buried in a family cemetery, Springville. Children (there were nine, of whom eight are known):

59.vi. i. Eula Burns[6] (also reported as Beulah). Born Aug 1907. ii. Russ(f). Born 1908. Died 1983. She married Joe Eaton.iii. Callie Ethel (called Ethel). Born 1910. Died before 2012. She married Harold O’Dell.iv. Clovis. Died before 2012. He married Mildred Carroll.v. Donald. Died before 2012. He married Juanita Akers.vi. Lena. Died 1997. She married Walter Brown.

59.vi. vii. Jess E. Born ca. 1919.viii. Charles R. Born 24 Oct 1921 in Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 19 Feb 2012 in Bluefield, Mercer

Co., W.Va. Interred in Grandview Mausoleum, Bluefield. He married Elizabeth Blevins. Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, W.Va., 24 Feb 2012: Bluefield, Va.—Charles R. Puckett, 90,

of Valleydale St., Bluefield, Va., died Sun., Feb. 19, 2012 at the Maples in Bluefield, W.Va. He was born Oct. 24, 1921 in Lebanon, Va., and was a son of the late John Franklin Puckett and Elizabeth Honaker Puckett. He was a member of the Springville Christian Church, was a veteran of World War II and was employed at W.Va. Armature for over 40 years. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth B. Puckett; four sisters, Beulah Russell, Ethel O’dell, Russ Eaton, and Lena Brown; and by three brothers, Clovis Puckett, Jess Puckett, and Donald Puckett. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Funeral services will be held Sat., Feb. 25, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Dudley Memorial Chapel in Bluefield, Va. with Johnny Elmore officiating. Entombment will follow in the Grandview Mausoleum. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday from 1 p.m. until hour of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Springville Christian Church, 219 Valleydale St., Bluefield, VA 24605 or to a charity of your choice. Dudley Memorial Mortuary in Bluefield, Va. Is serving the Charles R. Puckett family.

59.viii. Laura[5] Honaker (also seen as Louisa) (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Mar 1890 in Russell Co., Va. Died 4 May 1971 in Boyle Co., Ky.

She married William Arthur[5] Cook (called Arthur) (Jacob[1]), son of Thomas A. Cook and Fannie Bell Clark, 26 Aug 1907 in Russell Co., Va. Born 13 Feb 1888 in Russell County. Died 30 Jul 1982 in Boyle County. Laura and Arthur’s children continue under his listing.

60.iii. Alta M.[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1880 (also reported as 1882). Died 5 Nov 1940. Buried Lockhart Chapel Cem., Rt. 647, Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

She married James C. Cox (called Jim) 19 Nov 1900 in Russell County. The ceremony was performed by J.R. Hubbard. Born 1880. Died 1948. Buried Lockhart Chapel Cem. In 2001 a great grandchild, Pat Trogdon, said Alta and Jim had 13 children. Those known in 2002:

i. Helen[6]. She married Unknown Tabor.ii. Jean.iii. Katherine. She married Unknown Blankenship.iv. Lee.v. Louise. She married Unknown Harris.

60.iii. vi. Stella Marie. Born 1910 in Tazewell Co., Va.

60.v. Elbert[5] Honaker (called Ebb) (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Oct 1885 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Feb 1949 in Honaker.

He married Lucy[5] Honaker, daughter of Evan Honaker (Martin[1]) and Minnie C. Yates, 27 Mar 1913 in Honaker. Born 13 May 1896 in Honaker. Died 29 May 1976 in Hopewell, Va.

In 2006, Lucy’s grandson Dennis Lee Honaker wrote the following recollection: “When we were children, our daddy [Chester Dennis] would take his vacation, in August normally, pack up the car with four kids and a wife and head for Honaker, Va., to visit with family. Daddy’s brother Earnest Lee Honaker and his sisters, who had moved away from Honaker, would converge on my grandmother’s house to visit and catch up on life. What I remember as a small boy was not names and dates but the sour/sweet taste of rhubarb pie, the smoke from a coal fired stove in the kitchen and the pungent aroma of the outhouse on an August afternoon. Daddy used to say that they lived so far back in the hills, they had to go towards town to hunt. Mother remembers that they lived above the tunnel at Big A Mountain. I haven’t been back to Honaker since I was 10 or 12 years old. My grandmother had moved to Hopewell, Va. after that, and seeing her was the reason for our trips.”

Children (all born in Honaker):

i. Myrtle[6]. Born and died 10 May 1914.60.v. ii. Gertie May. Born 5 Apr 1915.60.v. iii. Minnie Opel. Born 14 Sep 1917.60.v. iv. Chester Dennis (called Chet). Born 16 May 1920.60.v. v. Earnest Lee. Born 27 Nov 1922.60.v. vi. Gladys Fern. Born 10 Feb 1926 .60.v. vii. Edith. Born 21 Feb 1929.60.v. viii. Lois Jean. Born 9 Oct 1935.

60.ix. Lester[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Oct 1893 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 29 Oct 1962 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Clark Cem. (also reported as Emmet Ferrell Cem., Honaker.

Unknown newspaper and date: Lester Honaker, age 69, of Route 6, Kingsport, died 10 a.m. Monday at his home after a lengthy illness. Born in Honaker, Va., he spent most of his life there moving to Kingsport about four years ago. He attended a Honaker Baptist church. Honaker retired from the State Highway Department of Virginia in 1953. Survivors include his widow, Marjorie Honaker, Kingsport; five daughters, Mrs. Odell Monk, Mrs. Tressa Gilliam, Mrs. Gaylene Bishop, and Fay Nere, all of Kingsport, and Mrs. Mary Alice [Artrip], of Honaker; two sons, Lawrence, of Kingsport, and Clarence, of Honaker. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at New Garden Baptist Church, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Lester Barker officiating. Burial will follow in Emmet Ferrell Cem., Honaker. The body will be taken to the residence at 6 p.m. Tuesday from Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

He married, first, Pearl Wilson, daughter of William Wilson and Viola Jane[4] (Honaker) (Martin[1]), 17 Apr 1919 in Russell Co., Va.; he was 23, she 19; married by J.R. Hubbard.

Born 1900 in Russell County. Died 1927 in Russell County. Children:

i. Carl McCoy[6]. Born 20 Jan 1920 in Russell County. Died 7 Mar 1920 in Russell County.60.ix. ii. Virginia Odell. Born 27 Apr 1921 in Honaker, Russell County.

iii. Dessie I. Born 2 Dec 1922 in Russell County. Died 3 Sep 1923 in Russell County.iv. Clarence. Born in 1925 or 1926. In 2002 he was living in Honaker, Va. He married Vicie

Unknown.

He married, second, Ola (also reported as Olga) Margie Yates [Lester’s obituary calls her Marjorie Honaker] 5 Dec 1929 in Russell County. Born 1912 in Russell County. Died 15 Sep 1998 in Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Clark Cem., Honaker. Children:

v. Fayrene (twin) (called Fay). Born 4 May 1944 in Russell County. Died 29 Jul 2001 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Clark Cem., Honaker. Her father’s obituary in 1963 refered to her as Fay Nere, apparently meaning she was then married to Unknown Nere.

Times-News, Kingsport, Tenn., 30 Jul 2001 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Sep-Oct 2001 (with photograph) and Lebanon [Va.] News, 1 Aug 2001: Fayrene Honaker, 57, of Kingsport, Tenn., went to be with the Lord Sun., July 29, 2001 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport. Miss Honaker was a member of Oak Drive Independent Church. She was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and was a hairdresser. She was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Margie Honaker, twin sister, Gaylene Bishop, sister, Odell Monk, and brother-in-law, Rion Gilliam. Surviving are two sisters, Tressa Gilliam, Kingsport, Tenn., Mary Alice Artrip and husband J.C., Abingdon, Va.; two brothers, Lawrence and special sister-in-law Betty Honaker, Kingsport, Tenn., Clarence Honaker, Honaker, Va.; several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, downtown.

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 31 Jul 2001: Kingsport—Calling hours for Fayrene Honaker are 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, downtown. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Bishop and Rev. Ray Garland. Graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Clark Cemetery in Honaker. Pallbearers will be Darrell Honaker, Steve Honaker, Jeff Gilliam, Troy Gilliam, Mike Artrip, Tim Artrip, Rick Artrip and Bo Bishop. Honorary pallbearers will be Gerald Monk, Sherman Monk and Clarence Monk Jr. Miss Honaker, 57, went to be with the Lord Sun., July 29, 2001 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Miss Honaker was a member of Oak Drive Independent Church. She was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and a hairdresser. She was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Margie Honaker; twin sister, Gaylene Bishop; sister, Odell Monk; and brother-in-law, Rion Gilliam. Surviving are two sisters, Tressa Gilliam, Kingsport, and Mary Alice Artrip and husband J.C., Abingdon; two brothers, Lawrence and special sister-in-law Betty Honaker, Kingsport, and Clarence Honaker of Honaker, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.

60.ix. vi. Gaylene (twin). Born 4 May 1944 in Russell County.vii. Tressa. She married Rion Gilliam.viii. Mary Alice. She married J.C. Artrip.ix. Lawrence. He married Betty Unknown.

62.iv. Charlie Graham[5] Honaker (Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Feb (also reported as 26 Feb) 1891 in Ball Town, River Mountain section, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Oct 1967 (also reported as 15 Nov 1958) in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. He was a maintenance worker for the Norfolk & Western Railroad and operated a neighborhood grocery store. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell County.

He married Mary Ellen Sullivan, daughter of Noah Sullivan (a Missionary Baptist evangelist) and Elizabeth Ball, 1909 in Ball Town. Born 31 May 1892 in Ball Town. Died 7 Feb 1976 in Richlands. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Children:

62.iv. i. Flora[6]. 62.iv. ii. Lola Mae. 62.iv. iii. Bessie. 62.iv. iv. Hattie Lee. 62.iv. v. Jack Donald.

62.viii. Dale[5] Honaker (Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Dec 1902. Died 31 Dec 1988. He lived in Blountville, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Tri-City Memorial Gardens, Blountville.

He married, first, Laura Harris 1918. Children:

62.viii. i. India Bell[6] (called Bell). ii. Paul. Born 27 Feb 1917 (also reported as 1918, but the Social Security index gives 1917, which

we consider authoritative.) Died Jun 1985. He married Norma Vance Honaker, identity unknown, in Bristol, Tenn. In 2003 she lived in Blountville.

iii. Auburn. He died before 2003.iv. Louella. Born 22 Sep 1923. In 2003 she lived in Bristol, Tenn. She married, first, Clarence

Nelson. They divorced. She married, second, Birchell Eden.62.viii. v. Minnie Lee. Born 24 Mar 1926.

After Laura’s death, he married, second, Ella Mae Price (called Jackie), daughter of Charles William Price and Martha Unknown. Born ca. 1917. Died 23 Apr 2003 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, Bountville.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 25 Apr 2003: Mrs. Ella Mae Honaker, 86, of 1868 Highway 75, Bristol, Tenn., died Wed., Apr. 23, 2003, at the home of her daughter, Gay Steele Smith of Bristol, Tenn., after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Honaker was a native of Russell Co., Va., and had lived in the Blountville area for many years. She was the daughter of the late Charles William and Martha Price. She worked for many years at Big Jack Manufacturing and North Electric Co. She attended Wheeler United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Honaker; one daughter, Minnie Lopez; two sons, Paul Honaker and Auburn Honaker; one sister, Anne White; two brothers, Ames Price and Howard Price; and two grandsons, David Steele and David Lopez. She was a loving mother, who also loved gardening, reading and being a homemaker and farmer’s wife. She opened her heart and home to help anyone who was in need. Mrs. Honaker is survived by four daughters, Bell Grubb of Bristol, Tenn., Louella Eden of Bristol, Tenn., Gay Steele Smith and husband Bill of Bristol, Tenn., and Martha Carpenter and husband Bob of Naples, Fla.; two daughters-in-law, Norma Honaker of Blountville and Anna Mae Honaker of Newcastle, Pa.; two sisters, Minnie Smith of Blountville and Alice White and husband J.B. of Lakeland, Fla.; her extended family, Virgie Shaffer Jones of Pontiac, Mich.; 23 grandchildren; more than 30 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sun., Apr. 27, 2003, at the Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stan Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, Blountville. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Akard Funeral Home. Condolences may also be sent to the family at akardfh@peercom.net. The Akard Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Honaker.

Children:

62.viii. vi. Rebecca Gay (called Gay).vii. Martha. In 2003 she lived in Naples, Fla. She married Bob Carpenter.

68.i. Martha[5] Honaker (James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1881. She married Leonard Varney. They had six sons and four daughters, two of whom were known as of 2008:

68.i. i. Garland[6]. Born 17 Mar 1915 at Johns Creek, Pike Co., Ky.68.i. ii. Wayne. Born 27 Mar 1924 in Pike Co., Ky.

68.iii. Lydia[5] Honaker (James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Oct 1892 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 30 Apr 1986. Buried at a family cemetery in Canada, Pike County.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 2 May 1986: Lydia Honaker Justice, 93, died Wed., Apr. 30 at her home. She was born Oct. 17, 1892 in Pike County, a daughter of the late Jim and Thrusie Honaker. She was the widow of W.R. Justice. Survivors include three daughters, [Frances] Anderson of Kimper, Sadie Marie Reed and Ethel Clevinger, both of Canada; one sister, Celia Varney of Johns Creek; 27 grandchildren, 76 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at 11 a.m., Sat., May 3 at her home, with Mike Smith, Kent Ratliff and Paul Dean Justice officiating. Burial followed at the family cemetery at Canada. Arrangements were under direction of Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry.

She married William Riley Justice. Children:

i. Frances[6]. She married Unknown Anderson. 68.iii. ii. Sadie Marie. Born 1 Jun 1923. 68.iii. iii. Ethel. Born 23 Sep 1924 in Grapevine, Hopkins Co., Ky.

68.v. Amanda[5] Honaker (called Mandy) (James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1901 in Pike Co., Ky. She married George Slone. Children (there were eight daughters, of whom five are identified):

i. Didema[6]. Born 1924.ii. Hattie. Born 1926.iii. Opal. Born 1927.

68.v. iv. Alice. Born 24 Jun 1929.

68.v. v. Bertha Mae. Born 2 May 1940.

68.vii. Celia[5] Honaker (James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Aug 1903 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 17 Jul 1988 in Pikeville, Pike County. Buried Varney Cem., Stinking Branch, Kimper, Pike County.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 20 Jul 1988: Celia Honaker Varney, 84, of Bent Branch Road, Meta, died at 5:30 p.m. Sun., July 17, at Pikeville Methodist Hospital. She was born in Pike County Aug. 8, 1903, a daughter of the late Jim and Thursa Collins Honaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Varney, who died in 1982, and by three sons, Lonzo Varney, Helery Varney and Bobby Gene Varney, and one daughter, Mrs. Kansas Reed. She is survived by four sons, Grant Varney of Canada, Blige Varney, Dewey Varney, Jr., and Teddy Varney, all of Kimper; three daughters, Mrs. Jimmy Harris of Feds Creek, Mrs. Ben Chapman of Meta, Mrs. Wayne Varney of Kimper; 39 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled to be held at 11 am. Wed., July 20, in the Johns Creek Funeral Home Chapel with Paul Dean Justice, Michael Smith, Elmer Thacker, David Coleman and Noah Slone officiating and burial following in the Varney Cemetery at Stinking Branch of Kimper. Arrangements are under direction of Johns Creek Funeral Home of Meta.

She married Dewey Varney. Died 1982. He had another marriage and three children in it. Children (of Celia and Dewey):

i. Lonzo[6]. Died before 1988.ii. Helery. Died before 1988.iii. Bobby Gene. Died before 1988.iv. Kansas. Died before 1988. She married Lafe Reed.

68.vii. v. Grant. Born 29 Feb 1924 in Pikeville. vi. Blige. In 2004 he lived in Kimper.

68.vii. vii. Dewey, Jr. (called J.R.) Born 17 Jan 1938 in Pike County.viii. Teddy. In 2004 he lived in Kimper.ix. Frankie. She married Jimmy Harris. Died before 2004.

607. x. Birdie. She married Ben[7] Chapman (Martin[1]). Their descendants continue under his listing.68.vii. xi. Arizona.

70.v. Roland Hankins[5] Honaker (Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 28 Nov 1882 at the family home near Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Dec 1966 in Honaker. Buried Hurt Cem., Rt. 67 near Gardner, Russell County.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 25 Dec 1966: Roland H. Honaker, 82, of Rt. 2, Honaker, Va., died Saturday morning at his home following an apparent heart attack. Born in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Fed and Caldonia Sykes Honaker. He was a retired carpenter and was the husband of the late Mrs. Ora Hurt Honaker, who died in 1965. Survivors include one brother, [missing] Honaker of Glade Spring, Va.; three grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. at Fred B. Gent Memorial Chapel of Honaker Funeral Home, with Rev. Carl Robinson and Rev. Perry Herndon officiating. Burial will follow in Hurt Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.

Roland’s grandson Wayne said in 2003 that when Roland was a boy, he would walk the railroad track from his home to Honaker, Va., as it was the most direct route. One day he was hit by a train that crushed his right leg, which was amputated below the knee. As an adult, he became a very good carpenter and house painter. He never used a cane or crutch, getting along fine with a prosthesis. His friends and neighbors never knew he was handicapped. He and his wife spent most of their lives at their home at Gardner, Va., about three miles from Honaker.

He married Mary Ora Belle Hurt (called Ora), daughter of J.C. Hurt (he apparently was known by his initials) and Mary Isabella Ball, 27 Aug 1904 in Russell County. Born 1885 in Russell County. Died 24 Sep 1965 in Honaker. Buried Hurt Cemetery.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 25 Sep 1965: Mrs. Ora Hurt Honaker, 80, of Rt. 1, Honaker, Va., died early Friday morning at her home following a long illness. A native of Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late J.C. and Isabella Ball Hurt. She is survived by her husband, Roland Honaker; three grandsons and one great-grandchild; three sisters, Mrs. Helen Jackson of Crestline, Ohio, Mrs. Virginia King of Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. A.W. Dye of Honaker. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 11 a.m. at Block Church of Swords Creek, Va., with Rev. Carl Robinson and Rev. Perry Herndon officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery, Rt. 1, Honaker. Friends may call at Honaker Funeral Home. The body will be taken to the church at the funeral hour.

Children:

70.v. i. Ruby Anne[6]. Born 17 Jul 1905 at the family home in Gardner.

70.v. ii. James Laswell. Born 9 May 1916 in Gardner.

70.viii. Ted Bevely[5] Honaker (called Major) (Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Dec 1894 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1950 in Washington Co., Va., while visiting his brother Dewey in Glade Spring, Washington County. Buried in Old Baptist Cem., Glade Spring. The grave marker gives his lifespan as 1902–1953, but may have been installed years later when nobody remembered the correct span. 1900 census records show he was born 1894. His World War I draft registration card, 5 Jun 1917, identified him as Major Honaker,1891 Switchback, McDowell, W.Va., a miner at Turkey Gap C&C Co., wife and one child. His World War II draft card gave his name as Ted Bevely, age 48, self-employed truck driver living in Hansonville, [Russell Co.] Va.

He married Emma Rachel Akers. Born 1887. Children:

70.viii. i. Clyde Woodrow[6]. Born 30 Mar 1916 in Mayberry, McDowell Co., W.Va.

71.v. Lucy[5] Honaker (Evan[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 May 1896 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 29 May 1976 in Hopewell, Va.

She married Elbert[5] Honaker (called Ebb), son of Patton Honaker (Martin[1]) and Caroline Ray, 27 Mar 1913 in Honaker. Born 1 Oct 1885 in Honaker. Died 15 Feb 1949 in Honaker. Their children continue under his listing.

72.iii. Nancy[5] Honaker (called Nan and Nannie) (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1886 in Virginia. Died 1971. Buried Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Va. At the time of her father’s death she lived in Michigan. It was also reported that she and her family lived in Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

She married Martin-descendant Otis[4] Dye, son of Henderson Dye and Cynthia R.[3] Honaker. They divorced. Their children continue under his listing.

72.iv. Albert Ross[5] Honaker (called Ross) (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Feb 1891 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died at home 15 May 1954 in Lebanon, Russell County. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. His family was enumerated in the 1930 Russell Co., Va., census, Cleveland District, as dwelling 151, family 152—Albert was 37, a farmer, rented a house for $3 a month, owned a radio, married at age 25, he and his parents born in Virginia; Laura was 38, married at age 23, she and her parents born in Virginia; Hobert V., 13; Paul, 11; Willard C., 8 11/12; Dorothy F., 7 5/12; Nina R., 5 2/12. The census was taken before Thelma E. was born.

He married Laura B. Kiser, daughter of John Tivis Kiser and Elzenia Powers. Born 30 Dec 1892 in Carrie, Va. Died 14 Sep 1977 in Lebanon. Buried Russell Memorial Cem.

The funeral home card indicated that services were held Fri., 16 Sep 1977 at 11 a.m. in Russell County Funeral Home Chapel, Lebanon, Va., with Elder Lester T. Barker officiating; interment was in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon; survivors were daughters Mrs. Dorothy Kerkes, Mrs. Nina Nabe and Mrs. Earnestine Jessee, sons were Hobart, Paul and Willard Claude Honaker; sisters Mrs. Alta Kiser, Mrs. Delpha Johnson, Mrs. Bonnie Menefee, Miss. Esther Kiser, Mrs. Ona Johnson and Mrs. Bertha Johnson; pallbearers were grandsons.

Children:

72.iv. i. Hobert V.[6] Born ca. 1917 in Russell County.ii. Paul. Born ca. 1919 in Russell County.

72.iv. iii. Willard Claude (called Claude and Larkie). Born ca. 1920 in Russell County.72.iv. iv. Dorothy F. Born 15 Nov 1922 in Russell County.72.iv. v. Nina Ruth. Born ca. 1925 in Russell County. 72.iv. vi. Thelma Earnestine (called Earnie). Born 15 May 1930 in Clinchfield, Russell County.

72.v. Tiny A.[5] Honaker (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Jan 1893. Died 3 Jun 1973. Her father’s obituary gave her name as Tina. She and Web had a large dairy farm in the Cleveland, Russell Co., Va., area.

She married Webster Steelman Jackson (called Web), son of James Jackson and Martha Fletcher. Children:

72.v. i. Cecil Cline[6]. 72.v. ii. Clove Hazel. Born 29 Nov 1915.

iii. Clinton Ross. Born 6 Oct 1917. Died 14 Mar 1935.iv. Fred Parkis. Born 22 Nov 1919. Died 10 May 1945. He was a U.S. Marine killed at Okinawa

during World War II.72.v. v. Georgia Leola. Born 13 Jun 1922.72.v. vi. Leonard Hanzel. Born 20 Jun 1924 in Buchanan Co., Va.

72.v. vii. Jack Dempsey. Born 9 Feb 1927.viii. Eugene Aubrey. Born 1 Sep 1928. Died 27 Feb 1945.

72.v. ix. Jimmy Donald. Born 8 Mar 1930.72.v. x. Bettye Zane. Born 29 Sep 1931.72.v. xi. Johnny Lee. Born 3 May 1936.

72.vi. General Walker[5] Honaker (called Walk) (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Aug 1893 in Virginia. Died 29 Jan 1960 in Abingdon, Washington Co., Va. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell Co., Va.

The funeral program indicated that services were at 3:30 p.m., Sun., 31 Jan 1960 in Finney Funeral Chapel, Lebanon, Elders Rene Singleton, Mayford Cook and Hadley Edwards officiating. Nephews were pallbearers.

Walk and Pearl lived on Indian Creek where they had a large farm with an orchard, grew tobacco, had farm animals, and a blacksmith shop where Walk made things for the family. They sold this farm and bought a smaller one near Abingdon, where they lived until they died.

He married Pearl V. Sutherland, daughter of James E. Sutherland (called Little Jim) and Louisa Ida Unknown. Probably buried in Russell Memorial Cem. Children:

i. Danny[6] (adopted twin).ii. Dorothy (adopted twin).

72.vii. Maude[5] Honaker (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 30 Mar 1896 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Apr 1976 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried Compton Cem., Bee, Dickenson Co., Va.

Newspaper and date unknown: Bee, Va.—Mrs. Maude Compton, 80, died in Mattie Williams Hospital, Richlands, Va., last Saturday morning following a long illness. Survivors include her husband, Swanson Compton; four sons, Chant Sutherland, Bee, Va., Kellis Sutherland, Marengo, Ohio, Ralph Compton, Mt. Gilead, Ohio, and Duane Compton, Dayton, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Marlene Turner, Dayton, Ohio, and Mrs. Jean Plaziak, West Warwick, R.I.; one brother, Ted Honaker, Lukesville, Ohio; 16 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at Haysi Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Franklin Viers and Bobby Arrington officiating. Burial was in the Compton Family Cemetery at Bee, Va., with Haysi Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

She had a child with Unknown:

72.viii. i. Kellis Ayers[6] (called Kell) [Sutherland]. Born 27 Nov 1919. Kell never had any contact with his birth father. Maude’s first husband, Thurman Washington Sutherland, intended to adopt Kell but

died before doing so. However, Kell was known by the Sutherland surname.

She married, first, Thurman Washington Sutherland, son of Simpson F. Sutherland and Sarah Powers (called Sallie), in 1924 in Bee, Va. Born ca. 1896 near Bee. Died in 1925 probably at Birchleaf, Va. Buried Sandlick Cem., Birchleaf, Dickenson Co., Va. Thurman was married previously. Children (of' Thurman and Maude):

72.viii. ii. Chancellor Payne (called Chant). Born 12 Feb 1925.

She married, second, Henry Swanson Compton (called Swan), son of Jerry Ancil Compton and Sylvia Octavia Bam Fuller (called Coose), 30 Jan 1929 in Tiny, Dickenson Co., Va. Born 10 Feb 1907 in Dickenson County. Died 13 Oct 1988 in Washington Court House, Fayette Co., Ohio. Buried Compton Cem., Bee, Va. He was a farmer and coal miner.

In 1999, Maude’s daughter Jean said that her mother was a fine housewife, mother, and seamstress. Maude made clothing for her children, grandchildren, and friends, and there was always room for one more at her table. Her favorite pastime was quiltmaking. Swan, Jean said, was a hard-working man who loved his garden and was a loyal and dependable friend and neighbor. Children:

72.viii. iii. Eddie Duane (called Duane). Born 29 Mar 1929. 72.viii. iv. Etta Marlene (called Mal). Born 28 Nov 1931.

v. Enola Dean (called Dean). Born 4 Jun 1933 in Bee. Died 28 Apr 1941 at home in Bee. Buried Compton Cem., Bee.

72.viii. vi. Avon Ralph (called Ralph). Born 3 Mar 1938 in Bee. 72.viii. vii. Lola Jean (called Jean). Born 22 Sep 1939 in Bee.

72.vii. Marcus Taulbert[5] Honaker (called Tal, Talby, and Shorty) (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 13 Aug 1901 in Dickenson Co., Va. Died 29 Aug 1969 in Man, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He was a “wonderfully kind man” who lived most of his life in West Virginia.

Charleston [W.Va.] Daily Mail, unknown date: Logan—Marcus Tolby (Shorty) Honaker, 69, of Mallory, Logan County, died Friday at Man Memorial Hospital. A retired coal miner, Mr. Honaker was a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors: wife, Mary Hager; sons, Harold Dean of Fairmont, Carl at home; daughters, Mrs. [Theda] Martig of Charleston, Mrs. John Rowe of [Leadville], Colo., Mrs. John E. Davis of Charleston, Mrs. Alex Hayes of Columbus, Ohio; sisters, Mrs. Tina Jackson of Cleveland, Va., Mrs. Maude Compton of Bee, Va., Mrs. Nan Dye of Michigan; brother, Theodore of Lucasville, Ohio. The McNeely Funeral Home, Man, is in charge of arrangements.

His funeral program indicated that services were 10 a.m., Mon., 1 Sep 1969 at McNeely Funeral Home Chapel, Man, W.Va., the Rev. Denzil Cline officiating.

He married, first, Icie Queen. She died prior to his second marriage. Children:

72.vii. i. Theda NMN[6]. Born 6 Sep 1925.

He married, second, Mary Ann Hager, daughter of Charles Franklin Hager and Louvernia NMN Ellis, 6 Sep 1930 in Williamson, Mingo Co., W.Va. The marriage was performed by Hi Maynard, Baptist minister. The license listed Talby as 28, widower, born in Dickenson Co., Va., son of Mont and Louise Honaker, a miner living in Landville [Logan Co.], W.Va.; Mary as 25, single, born in Mingo County, daughter of Charlie and Verney Hager, living in Landville. Born 21 Dec 1904 in Mingo County. Died 23 Oct 1970 in Man, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Hager-Ellis Cem., Mare Branch, Mingo Co., W.Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Mrs. Mary Ann Honaker, 65, of Mallory, Logan County, Friday at Man Appalachian Regional Hospital. Surviving: sons, Harold D. of Fairmont, Carl of Mallory; daughters, Mrs. Theda Martig and Mrs. John E. Davis, both of Charleston, Mrs. John Rowe of Leadville, Colo., Mrs. Alex Hayes of Columbus, Ohio; sister, Mrs. Tommy Marcum and Mrs. Bertha Maynard, both of Dingess. Service 10 a.m. Monday [26 Oct 1970], McNeely Funeral Home, Man, the Rev. Denzil Cline. Graveside service 1 p.m., Hager-Ellis Cemetery on Mare Branch of Twelve-Pole Creek, the Rev. Jim Ferguson. Callers after 7 p.m. today.

Children:

72.vii. ii. Helen NMN. Born 5 Jan 1931 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. 72.vii. iii. Ruth Ellen. Born 19 Jul 1932 in Mallory.72.vii. iv. Harold Dean. Born 22 Mar 1934 in Mallory.

v. Marilyn NMN. Born 29 Dec 1936 in Mallory. Died 21 Dec 1939 in Logan, W.Va. Buried Hager-Ellis Cem.

72.vii. vi. Carol NMN. Born 24 Sep 1940 in Mallory. 72.vii. vii. Carl NMN. Born 20 Jun 1943 in Mallory.

73.i. Pearl[5] Rasnick (Lydia Grace[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Dec 1896.She married, first, Thomas Grizzle 19 Jun 1915. Born 6 Jan 1892. Died 15 Oct 1918 in World War I. Children:

i. Goldia[6]. She married Estil Counts.

She married, second, William Grizzle, Thomas’s brother. Children:

ii. Wilma.iii. Edra.

73.ii. Portia[5] Rasnick (Lydia Grace[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1902.She married Wade Garvin Counts. Children:

i. Leonard or Lynwood[6].ii. Charles.iii. Raymond.iv. Eugene.

73.iv. Charles Clay[5] Ford (Lydia Grace[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan 1911. Died 17 Oct 1972. Buried Temple Hill Cem., Castlewood, Russell Co., Va. The funeral program indicated that services were 10 a.m., Fri., 20 Oct 1972 at Haysi [Dickenson Co., Va.] Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. Carl Noel officiating.

He married Vertie Puckett. Children (there were five daughters, of whom one is known):

73.iv. i. Iris[6].

73.v. Joe Walton[5] Ford (Lydia Grace[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).He married Nellie Frances Walton in Virginia. Born 15 Jan 1915 in Virginia. Children:

i. Wayne Keith[6].ii. Kathleen Brenda. She married Unknown Davis.iii. Karen Lee. She married Unknown Powell.

74.x. Woodrow Wilson[5] Rasnick (Ida[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Aug 1914. Died after 1977. He married, first, Machiko Saeki of Kuomoto Island in 1947 in Deppu City, Japan. Born 26 Mar 1923. The marriage

was without required permission of the U.S. Government during Occupied Japan. Woodrow was unsuccessful in bringing her and his son to the U.S. and lost all trace of them. Children:

i. Donny[6]. Born 26 Mar 1949.

He married, second, Clara Rose, daughter of Joseph Rose and Elizabeth Unknown, 4 Jun 1953 in Whitesburg, Letcher Co., Ky. They divorced.

74.xi. Lena Alpha[5] Rasnick (called Alpha) (Ida[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Oct 1917 in Dickenson Co., Va. Died 31 Oct 2007 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell County.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 3 Nov 2007, Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 3 Nov 2007, and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 8 Nov 2007 (with photograph): Vansant, Va.—Lena Alpha Rasnick Raines, 90 years of age, passed away Wed., Oct. 31, 2007, at the Clinch Valley Medical Center, Richlands, Va., following a brief illness. Born in Dickenson Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ida Honaker Rasnick. She was a resident of Buchanan County most of her life and was a member of the Vansant Presbyterian Church. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a wonderful homemaker. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Mrs. Raines was preceded in death by six sisters, Esther Rasnick, Eddie Rasnick, Reba Counts, Viola Counts, Lou Davis and Nannie Edwards; and four brothers, Charlie, Grady, Tyler and Woodrow Rasnick. She is survived by two daughters, Beverly Ann and husband Paul Merritt, Sarasota, Fla., and Deborah Raines, Vansant; one son, William D. and wife Zenobia Raines, Vansant; five grandchildren, David Merritt, Sarasota, Michelle Bryant, Sarasota, Scott Merritt, Atlanta, Savannah Raines, Vansant, and Dakota Dalton Raines, Vansant; two-great grandchildren, Baylee Bryant, Sarasota, and Isaiah Bryant, Sarasota; several nieces and nephews; and very special friends, Ruby Rife, Phyllis Scarberry, Chris Childress and the women of Vansant Presbyterian Church. Funeral services for Lena Alpha Rasnick Raines will be conducted on Sun., Nov. 4, 2007, at 2 p.m. at the Buchanan First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Carl Howell and the Rev. Phyllis Canter officiating, with burial to follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. Friends may call at the Buchanan First Presbyterian Church Saturday at 5 p.m., with services at 7 p.m. Active pallbearers will be elders and deacons of the Vansant Presbyterian Church. The family suggests that expressions of sympathy be made in the form of donations to the Vansant Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 638, Vansant, VA 24656. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.grundyfuneralhome.com. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy is in charge of all arrangements.

She married Theodore Raines, son of Fred Raines and America V. Arrington. Died before 2007. Children:

74.xi. i. Beverly Ann[6]. ii. Deborah. In 2007 she lived in Vansant, Buchanan Co., Va.iii. William D. In 2007 he lived in Vansant.

76.iii. Doris M. Jean[5] Honaker (called Jean) (twin) (Thomas[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 May 1931 in Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Nov 2012 in Lebanon, Russell County. Buried

Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 Nov 2012 (with photograph): Doris M. “Jean” Owens, age 81, of Honaker, Va., passed away Fri., Nov. 23, 2012 in Lebanon, Va. Born May 8, 1931 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Maggie Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of the Honaker Church of the Living God. She was a devoted Christian and was loved by everyone. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, David Lee Owens; one grandson, Brian Owens; her twin sister, Joyce Cruse and several additional brothers and sisters. Survivors include two daughters, Ann Bostic and husband, Perry and Patty Shortt and husband, Joe, both of Honaker, Va.; one special granddaughter, Cindy Shortt; eight grandchildren, Armanda Johnson and husband, Danny, Wayne Ratliff and wife, Jennifer,

Jamie Ratliff and wife, Linda, Larry Ratliff, Danny Owens, Susan Baldwin, Matthew Owens and Carrie Owens; ten great-grandchildren, Savannah Johnson, Devan Johnson, Dustin Ratliff, Vincent Ratliff, Danielle Howington and husband, Thomas, Evan Ratliff, Cody Ratliff, Travis Ratliff, Tyler Ratliff and Hannah Ratliff; great-great grandchildren, Levi Howington, Hannah Ball, Katelynn Owens and several additional great-great grandchildren; special friends, Arnold and Anniebell Peck and Martha Horton and special little friend, Tigger also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Arnold Street officiating. Interment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were Jamie Ratliff, Travis Ratliff, Cody Ratliff, Larry Ratliff, Tyler Ratliff, Evan Ratliff, Danny Johnson and Stevie Street. Wayne Ratliff, Arnold Peck, Leroy Duty, Thomas Duty and members of Honaker Church of the Living God served as honorary pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

She married Unknown Owens. Children:

i. David Lee[6]. Died before 2012.ii. Ann. She married Perry Bostic.

76.iii. iii. Patty. She married Joe Shortt.

78.vi. Julia[5] Honaker (Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1893.She married George Harris. Children:

78.vi. i. Gladie[6].ii. Flossie. Died before 2013.

78.vi. iii. Odessa. Born 6 Mar 1916 in Russell Co., Va.78.vi. iv. Irene.78.vi. v. Christina. Born 23 Sep 1924 in Russell County.78.vi. vi. Ellen.78.vi. vii. Norman.78.vi. viii. Shirley.

ix. Odum. Died before 2013.

79.i. Ida Belle[5] Ray (called Ida) (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Dec 1893 in Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Oct 1943 in Sullivan Co., Tenn., when hit by a car as she crossed U.S. Route 11W with a bag of groceries. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem., Hawkins Co., Tenn.

She married Robert Stump, son of William Stump and Kate Unknown, 15 Jul 1913 in Russell Co., Va. Born 2 Feb 1894 in Russell County. Died 30 Sep 1954 in Sullivan County. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem. Children:

i. Gaynell[6]. Born 1915 in Russell County. Died 6 Sep 1978. She married Conley White. ii. Alfreda. Born 18 Feb 1917 in Russell County. Died 23 May 1992. She married John Allen 3 Jul

1937. iii. Idell. Born 3 Mar 1919 in Russell County. Died 1 Apr 1974. He married Kay T. Bledsoe. Born

1912. Died 1978. iv. Stella. Born 8 Dec 1922 in Russell County. She married Ellis Lockhart. v. Robert. Born in Russell County. vi. Gallie. Born in Russell County. vii. James M. (called Donald) Born 6 Dec 1929. Died 1971. He married Pauline Unknown 10 Mar

1955. Born 1935. Died 1974. viii. Fred. Born 22 Oct 1931. Died 3 Feb 1961. ix. Mary Sue. She married Benny Thomas.

79.ii. Charles Durham[5] Ray (called Charles) (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Jun 1895 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 12 Aug 1966 in Tazewell Co., Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell County.

He married Martha Tabitha Lockhart (called Tattie), daughter of Albert Lockhart and Vina Unknown, 22 Feb 1915 in Lebanon, Russell County. Born 2 Feb 1896 in Russell County. Died 8 Mar 1976 at her home in Richlands, Tazewell County. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens. A funeral program gave the following additional information—Hurst-Scott Funeral Home, Richlands, Va., was in charge. Services were Fri., 12 Mar 1976 at 1 p.m. Officiating were the Reverends H.D. Hampton and Grat Horton. Pallbearers were Calvin Dowdy, Dean Helbert, Vencil Maggard, Bobby Hess, Brownie Hess and Alton Hess. Children:

79.ii. i. William Foster[6]. 79.ii. ii. Beatrice Leona. 79.ii. iii. Dolly Agnes.

79.iv. Silas Arvin[5] Ray (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Jun 1899 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 7 Sep 1963 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem., Hawkins Co., Tenn.

He married, first, Ellie Stump. There were no children.He married, second, Sylvia Puckett. There were no children. He married, third, Bessie Frances Carter, daughter of Elijah Carter and Mamie Unknown, 18 Aug 1945 in Gate City,

Scott Co., Va. Born 1 May 1913 in Sullivan Co., Tenn. Died 16 Sep 1969 in Sullivan County. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem. Children:

79.iv. i. Edna[6] (spelled the surname Rhea). 79.iv. ii. Buford (spelled the surname Rhea).

79.v. Sparrell McCarty[5] Ray (called Carty) (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jun 1901 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 14 Sep 1971 in Hawkins Co., Tenn. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem., Hawkins County.

He married Mollie Puckett, daughter of Ira Grimsley Puckett and Allie Gertrude Cole, 22 Dec 1925 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 22 Feb 1909 in Washington Co., Va. Died 29 May 1983 in Hawkins County. Buried Ross Camp Ground Cem. Children:

i. Richard Deward. Born 17 Dec 1926 in Russell Co., Va. He married Stella Mae Lockhart 9 Apr 1947.

ii. Hazel Pauline (called Pauline). Born 9 Oct 1928 in Russell County. She married Paul Florer 1 Jul 1950.

iii. Lois Evelyn. Born 18 Feb 1931 in Sullivan Co., Tenn. She married Albert Lee South 16 Dec 1950. Born 1922. Died 1982.

iv. Elizabeth Eloise (called Eloise). Born 27 Jan 1933 in Sullivan County. She married Paul Barber. Born 1922. Died 1982.

v. Garnet Eugene. Born 11 Mar 1935 in Sullivan County. He married Beulah Ashworth 19 Jul 1957. vi. Mack Carty (called M.C.) Born 18 Feb 1938 in Sullivan County. Died 4 Oct 1989. He married

Ann Veralene Gillian. vii. Billy Ira. Born 27 Jun 1941 in Hawkins Co., Tenn. He married Patricia Welch. viii. Phyllis Jean. Born 12 Jun 1944 in Hawkins County. She married Jack Amyx. ix. Gary Curtis. Born 30 Apr 1946 in Hawkins County. He married Sue Wells. x. Daniel Paul. Born 8 Jun 1948 in Hawkins County. He married Kathryn Head. xi. Jackie Glen. Born 8 May 1952 in Sullivan County. He married Linda Haynes.

79.vi. Cynthia Katherine[5] Ray (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Mar 1903 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 5 May 1984 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, unknown date: Mrs. Cynthia Lockhart, 81, of the Ross Camp Ground community, died at 7 a.m. Saturday at the home of her daughter at 2409 Jennings Drive after an extended illness. Born in Russell County, Va., she had resided in the Ross Camp Ground community for 40 years and was a Baptist. Surviving are seven daughters, Mrs. Carl (Thelma) Honaker, Caretta, W.Va., Mrs. L.E. (Betty) Shoemaker, Kingsport, Mrs. R.L. (Joyce) Grills, Kingsport, Mrs. Roy (Wanda) Johnson, Kingsport, and Mrs. Bob (Brenda) Phillips, Kingsport, Mrs. W.C. (Peggy) Ubernosky, Deer Park, Texas, and Mrs. Patty Sue Cole, Houston, Texas; five sons, Thomas J. Lockhart Jr., Allen Lockhart and David Lockhart, all of Kingsport, Robert Lockhart and Franklin Lockhart, both of Canton, Mich.; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Ivan (Mary) Honaker, Honaker, Va., and Mrs. Obie (Viola) Ray, Church Hill; two stepsons, Wallace Lockhart and Andrew Lockhart, both of Honaker, Va.; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Obie Ray, Church Hill. Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Ronald Hicks officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery.

She married Thomas Jefferson Lockhart, son of John Lockhart and Hulda Unknown, 9 Sep 1920 in Grundy, Buchanan Co., Va. Born 1 Jan 1879 in Russell Co., Va. Died 13 Aug 1966 in Hawkins Co., Tenn. Buried Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport. Thomas was first married to Myrtle Cortell (see Obie Caney[5] Ray and Cynthia Katherine[5] Ray, Martin[1].) Children (of Cynthia and Thomas):

i. Thelma A.[6] Born 19 Sep 1921 in Russell Co., Va. She married Carl Honaker 1938. 79.vi. ii. Thomas J., Jr.

iii. Robert Donald. Born 3 May 1925 in Russell County. Died 19 Apr 1987 in Michigan. He married two sisters; first, Ann May Roberts. He married, second, Brenda D. Roberts. One of the marriages was 1 Jul 1946.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, unknown date: Robert Donald Lockhart, of Belleville, Mich., died at 7 am. Sunday (Apr. 19, 1987) in a Michigan hospital. Born in Virginia, he spent his early life in Kingsport, moving to Michigan in the late 1950s. Mr. Lockhart retired from the Ford Motor Company. Surviving are his wife, Brenda D. Lockhart, Belleville, Mich.; one stepson, Roger A. Barnes, Belleville, Mich.; one grandson; four brothers, Thomas J. (Tom) Lockhart, Allen Baker Lockhart and David K. Lockhart, all of Kingsport, Frank D. Lockhart, Michigan; seven sisters, Mrs. Carl (Thelma) Honaker, West Virginia, Mrs. Lawrence (Betty) Shoemaker, Mrs. Bob (Joyce) Grills, and Mrs. Roy (Wanda) Johnson and Mrs. Bobby (Brenda) Phillips, all of Kingsport, Mrs. William (Peggy) Ubernosky and Mrs. Sue Cole, both of Houston, Texas; two half-brothers, Wallace Lockhart and Andrew Lockhart, both of Honaker, Va.; two half-sisters, Mrs. Ivan (Mary) Honaker, Honaker, Va., and Mrs. Obie (Viola) Ray, Kingsport. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Paulawlus Roberts Funeral Home in Belleville, Mich. Burial will be in Michigan.

iv. Cleo I. (called Betty) Born 7 Jun 1927 in Russell County. She married Lawrence Shoemaker 4 Jul 1947.

v. Madeline (called Peggy). Born 1 Apr 1930 in Russell County. She married, first, Otis Barnett. She married, second, William Ubernosky. One of the marriages was 1949.

vi. Allen Baker (called Baker). Born 16 Apr 1932 in Russell County. He married Jo Ann Williams 8 Aug 1953.

vii. Joyce. Born 24 Mar 1934 in Russell County. She married Robert L. Grills 8 May 1954. viii. Franklin D. Born 3 May 1936 in Russell County. He married Betty Walker. ix. Wanda E. Born 24 Mar 1938 in Russell County. She married, first, Buster Arnold. She married,

second, Roy Johnson. One of the marriages was Jun 1958. 79.vi. x. Patty Sue.

xi. Brenda A. Born 6 Dec 1942 in Hawkins Co., Tenn. She married, first, J.D. Gilreath. She married, second, Bobby Phillips.

xii. David K. Born 30 Jun 1944 in Hawkins County. He married Sally Sullens.

80.v. Tina[5] Honaker (William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Sep 1910. Died 30 Nov 1972.Buried Counts Chapel Church Cem., Clinchco, Dickenson Co., Va. The funeral program indicated that services were 11 a.m., Sun., 3 Dec 1972 at Counts Chapel Church, Rt. 1, Clinchco, the Revs. Clayton Hay, Goble Rose, Bill Mack Mullins, Carl Rose, and Everette Smith officiating. Miller Funeral Home, Clintwood, Dickenson Co., Va., was in charge.

She married Alfred Columbus Green in Virginia. Children:

80.v. i. Margaret Louise[6].

80.vi. Mazie[5] Honaker (William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Jan 1916. Died 30 Dec 2004 in Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Mocassin area of Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Jan 2005—Mazie Combs, age 90, died Thurs., Dec. 30, 2004 in Mountain View Adult Care Resident Retirement Home. Born Jan. 12, 1914 in Russell County, a daughter of the late William L. Honaker and the late Vinnie Whitt Honaker, she was the wife of the late Sam F. Combs Jr. She was a former employee of the Sportsman Grill and Ma & Pa’s in Lebanon. She was a member of the Grace Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two infant daughters, several brothers and sisters. Survivors include four daughters: Bonnie Fleenor and husband Charlie, Bristol, Va., Edna Sue Bailey and husband Bill and Nancy Taylor and husband Bill all of Lebanon and Barbara Combs, Emory, Va.; three sons, William L. Combs and wife Anna Marie, Brandenburg, Ky., Dewey Combs and wife Peggy, Council, Va., and Sam Combs and wife Anna, Bristol, Va.; 17 grandchildren and step-grandchildren and several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The funeral services [were] conducted at 8 p.m. Sat., Jan. 1, 2005 in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Dennis Burnette, the Rev. Clyde Gamble and the Rev. Dewey Helbert [officiating]. Burial was at 2 p.m.

She married Sam Foster Combs Jr., son of Sam Foster Combs and unknown. They divorced. Born 1917. Died Dec 1984. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Children:

i. Unknown daughter[6]. Died as an infant.ii. Unknown daughter. Died as an infant.

80.vi. iii. Bonnie Lou. Born 15 Oct 1940.iv. Edna Sue. She married Bill Bailey.v. Nancy Faye. She married Bill Taylor.vi. Barbara Ann. vii. William Lloyd. Died before 2010. He married Anna Marie Unknown.

80.vi. viii. Dewey Luther. Born 8 Dec 1950 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. ix. James Samuel (called Sam). He married Anna Unknown.x. Virginia Fern. Died before 2010.xi. Beulah. Died before 2010.

81.ii. Minnie Alice[5] Honaker (James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Sep 1890 in Finney, Russell Co., Va. Died 2 Feb 1945 in McClure, Dickenson Co., Va. Buried Peuther Chapel Cem., between Clintwood and Haysi, Dickenson County. Gravestone inscription: Having finished life’s duty she now sweetly rests

She married Linville Alexander (called Alex) Reedy, son of William Riley Reedy and Lydia Ann Puckett, 1910, in Clintwood, Dickenson County. Born 19 Jun 1888 in Dickenson County. Died 13 Oct 1966 in Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio. Buried in Peuther Chapel Cem. Gravestone inscription: Having finished life’s duty he now sweetly rests

Unknown newspaper and date: Linville A. Reedy, 78, a Dickenson County native who has made his home in Mansfield, Ohio for the past year, died at an Ontario, Ohio hospital early Thursday morning of last week following a one-month illness. Reedy was a retired employee of the W.M. Ritter Lumber Co. of Dickenson County and was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church of Millard, Va. Survivors include eight sons, Marvin Reedy of Oak Harbor, Ohio, Henry Reedy of Ontario, Jack Reedy of Mansfield, Don Reedy of Caro, Mich., Paul Reedy of Madison Heights, Mich., Curtis Reedy of Avon Township, Mich., Poley Reedy of Clinchco, Va., and Otis Reedy of Kingsport, Tenn; four daughters, Mrs. Bell McCoy of Hazel Park, Mich.; Mrs. Ora Greer of McClure, Va., Mrs. Mary Fleming of Clinchco and Mrs. Helen Hamilton of Nora, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. Delphia Bise, Mrs. Lizzie Dotson and Mrs. Alice Lane, all of Virginia; two brothers, John Reedy of Kentucky and George Reedy of Virginia. Also surviving are 54 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Sunday in the Puther Chapel Church with the Rev. Clyde Reedy, Rev. Joe Johnson and Rev. Paul Fields officiating. Burial was in the Puther Chapel Cemetery with the Miller Funeral Home in charge.

Minnie and Alex were enumerated in the 1930 Dickenson Co., Va., census, dwelling and family #111, living on Cana Ridge Road, Clintwood: Alex L. Reedy, 41; Minnie A., 40; Marvin E., 19; Ora A., 17; Clellan H., 16; Hurley W., 15; Mary A., 13; Otis, 10; Velva, 9; Pola J., 7; Paul L., 6; Helen A., 1 6/12.

Children:

i. Marvin E.[6] Born 1911.ii. Ora A. Born 1913. She married Unknown Greer.iii. Clellan H. Born 1914.iv. Hurley William. Born 1915.v. Mary A. Born 1917. She married Unknown Fleming.vi. Otis. Born 1920.vii. Velva. Born 1931.viii. Pola J. [Paula?] Born 1923.ix. Paul L. Born 1924.x. Helen A. Born 1928. She married Unknown Hamiltonxi. Henry.xii. Jack.xiii. Don.xiv. Curtis.xv. Belle. She married Unknown McCoy.xvi. James.xvii. Orsa.

82.i. Ethel Mae[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 17 Sep 1897 in Virginia. Died 17 May 1981 in Lewis Center, Delaware Co., Ohio. Buried in Africa Cem., Lewis Center.

She married Spencer Elbert Ball (called Pen) in 1918. Born 24 Jun 1899. Died Nov 1969. Children:

i. Sherman[6]. Born 1919.ii. Howard. Born 1921.iii. Spencer. Born 1923.iv. Garnet L. Born 1925.v. Margie M. Born 1927.vi. Ruth.vii. Douglas.

82.ii. Arthur Henry[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Jul 1900 in Virginia. Died 28 Oct 1976 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Africa Cem., Lewis Center, Delaware Co., Ohio.

He married Mary Hale. Born 27 Dec 1903. Died 29 Dec 1992. Children:

i. June[6].ii. Allen.

82.iii. Luther Lilburn[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Oct 1902. Died 2 Mar 1970 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell Co., Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Honaker, Va.—Luther [Lilburn] Jackson, 67, died in a Richlands, Va. hospital early Monday morning after a brief illness. Mr. Jackson was born in Russell Co., Va., and was the son of the late Henry Edward and Emaline Speener Jackson. He was a retired farmer and carpenter. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Alta Jackson, Honaker; one son, Elwood Jackson, Honaker; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Ball, Lewis Center, Ohio, and Mrs. Carrie Boyd, Honaker; six brothers, Arthur Jackson, Cowan Jackson, Claude Jackson, and Eugene Jackson, all of Columbus, Ohio, Marvin Jackson, Kingsport, Tenn., and Donald Jackson, Honaker, and two grandsons. Owens Funeral Home, Honaker, is in charge of arrangements.

Newspaper and date unknown: Luther Lilbern Jackson, 67, of Honaker, Va., died at the Clinch Valley Hospital in Richlands, Va., at 8 a.m. Mon., March [2], after a long illness. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Alta Wallace Jackson of the home; one son, Elwood Jackson, Honaker; one grandson; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Ball, Lewis Center, Ohio, and Mrs. Carrie Boyd, Honaker; six brothers, Arthur, Claude, Cowan, and Eugene, Columbus, Ohio, Donald Jackson, Honaker, Marvin Jackson, Church Hill; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services and burial were held Wed., March 4, in Lebanon, Va.

He married Alta Wallace, daughter of Franklin Wallace and Mary Fletcher. Born 2 Jun 1896. Died 29 Jan 1980 in Richlands. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Feb 1980: Mrs. Alta Wallace Jackson, age 83, of Route 1, Honaker, Va., passed away late Tuesday night in a Richlands, Va. hospital after a brief illness. A native and lifelong resident of Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Mary Fletcher Wallace. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church and was the widow of Luther L. Jackson. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include one son, Elwood Jackson of Honaker; three grandsons and one great-grandson also survive. Funeral services were conducted Friday at 2 p.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. H.G. Musick Jr. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Children:

82.iii. i. Elwood L.[6] Born 3 May 1924 in Honaker, Va.

82.iv. Carrie Lee[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jul 1905 in Russell Co., Va. Died 11 Apr 2003 in Lebanon, Russell County. Buried in John L. Boyd Family Cem., Wysor Valley, near Honaker, Russell County.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 12 Apr 2003: Russell County [Va.]—Mrs. Carrie Lee Boyd, 97, lifelong resident of Russell County, passed away Fri., Apr. 11, 2003, in a Lebanon [Va.] hospital. Born July 9, 1905, in Russell County, she was a daughter of the late Henry Edward and Emmaline Speenor Jackson. She lived with her son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Shirley Boyd, for four years before entering a nursing home five years ago. She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church in Honaker for 60 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Madison Otey Boyd; one son, M.O. Boyd, Jr.; one daughter, Mildred Earley; three sisters, Ethel Ball, Elizabeth Jackson and Lucille Jackson; eight brothers, Arthur Jackson, Luther Jackson, Marvin Jackson, Cowan Jackson, Carl Jackson, Claude Jackson, Carson Jackson and Eugene Jackson; and three grandchildren. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: John L. and Virginia Boyd of Maggie Valley, N.C., Donald and Shirley Boyd of Cedar Bluff [Va.], and Leon and Shirley Boyd of Kingsport [Tenn.]; daughter-in-law, Marie Boyd of Honaker [Va.]; one

brother, Donald Jackson of Lebanon; six grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Mike Ryan officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Boyd Cemetery at Wysor Valley near Honaker. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to assemble at the Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Calvary Lighthouse Assembly, P.O. Box 649, Honaker, VA 24260. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Saturday.

She married Madison Otey Boyd (called Otey) 16 Feb 1928. Born 17 Feb 1898. Died 24 Oct 1949. Buried John L. Boyd Family Cem. Children:

i. Madison Otey[6], Jr. (called M.O.) Died before 2003.ii. Mildred. Died before 2003. She married Unknown Earley.iii. Donald. He married Shirley Unknown.

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82.v. Marvin Warren[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 7 Aug 1907 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died of leukemia 1 Oct 1990 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, 2 Oct 1990: Church Hill—Marvin W. Jackson, 83, North Central Ave., Church Hill, died at 2:25 p.m. Monday (Oct. 1, 1990) at Indian Path Medical Center after an extended illness. A resident of Church Hill for the last 57 years, he was a charter member of Church Hill Presbyterian Church, where he conducted Sunday School and was a deacon for several years. He retired from the Kingsport Press Gilding Room as a gold layer after 36 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Peggy Jackson; one sister, four brothers, and one granddaughter. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Bonnie Jackson, of the home; five daughters, Marceleen J. Mallicote, Bristol, Tenn., Mrs. Charles (Christine) Ferguson, Greenville, S.C., Mrs. Herman Willard (Barbara) Crawford, Fall Branch, Tenn., Patsy Jackson, Bethesda, Md., Mrs. Richard (Carolyn) Gruber, Winter Park, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Carrie Boyd, Honaker, Va.; three brothers, Eugene Jackson and Cowan Jackson, both of Columbus, Ohio, and Donald Jackson, Lebanon, Va. Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Johnson Funeral Home, Church Hill, and anytime at the home. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jerry Hall and the Rev. Charles Ferguson officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Oak Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorials may be made to the Church Hill Rescue Squad. Pallbearers will be Lional Mallicote, Michael Mallicote, Andrew Crawford, Patrick Jackson, Willard Crawford, Michael Shaw, Edward Wampler and Richard Gruber. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Groseclose, Tim Gunter, Greg McKinney, David Couch, and Norman “Bud” Templeton.

Final services were officiated at the cemetery by the Rev. Charles O. Ferguson, Marvin’s son-in-law, whose unusually personal remarks revealed a great deal about Marvin’s life:

Mr. Jackson was my friend and father-in-law. He was a good man, a believer in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. I had the privilege over 36 years ago to receive him into Church Hill Presbyterian Church on profession of his faith in Jesus Christ and by baptism. He loved the church and gave much of his time, money and labor in helping to build the church. He served in the church for years as a deacon and as Sunday School superintendent. Mr. Jackson did not take his profession of faith and baptism lightly; he pondered over his decision for a whole year before taking these steps. He wanted to be sure, and he made sure, before he made his profession of faith.

Mr. Jackson was a man of many talents. God truly gifted him as a storyteller. He could take the simplest little events and weave them into an exciting tale, a gripping story, or a humorous joke. We loved to hear them over and over again. He loved to dance. I recall he would go into the living room after supper and “cut a rug.” I understand he once won a dancing contest in Russell Co., Va. He was an artist at laying gold on the edges of books, such as this Bible. This was his work at Kingsport Press for 36 years. And his prayers. God gave him the gift of heartwarming prayer. When he prayed, he remembered everybody. And some times when he asked the blessing, we thought we would starve before he finished his prayer. He was really gifted in prayer.

Mr. Jackson was an interesting, fascinating person, because he himself had so many and varied interests. He loved music. You remember how he bought a guitar, and wanted to learn to play it. He asked me to help him learn, but his fingers had become too stiff with age. He loved the Bible. He told me many times how he often spent his lunch hour at work reading the Bible. He read it at home. And the important thing is—he remembered what he read and made his own interpretation of it. He loved the church and helped build and pay for the one at Church Hill. He loved the gospel of Christ and loved to hear it preached in church, on the radio, and anywhere else. And he loved the gospel music that went along with such programs on the radio or TV.

His hobbies included his stamp collection, his rock collection and his bottle collection, which he showed me many times in his basement. He had a coin collection and encouraged all of the family to look for rare or special coins. He also had a gun collection. He took great pride in his clothes, and he was very particular about them. He loved to cook and his cakes were his pride and joy. He could wake you up in the mornings with the aromas coming from the kitchen where he was cooking breakfast. But most of all, Mr. Jackson loved people. Everybody! He loved to meet them, talk with them, take them home with him for dinner. In fact, when I first came to preach at Church Hill, which was the first time I met him, he invited me to go home and eat dinner with him and his family.

Mr. Jackson was a family man. He loved his large family, his wife, his daughters, their husbands, his grandchildren, his great grandchildren, and he loved to have them at home with him. He always had a piece of candy or chewing gum or something good to pass around. And Christmas was the biggest time of year for him, for that was when everyone came home to see him. He reveled in the fellowship, the Christmas dinner, opening the many, many gifts, and then when everyone was sound asleep, he would go around with his flashlight checking to see that everyone was all right and had found a place to sleep. I understand that he was already planning to order gifts for the coming Christmas. He was like that; always thinking of others, their needs and wants. This is what I mean when I say that Mr. Jackson was a GOOD man.

Today, some of you have lost a father; Mrs. Jackson has lost a husband. Some of you have lost a brother; others have lost a grandfather or great grandfather; and while he was my father-in-law, I feel that most of all, I have lost a FRIEND. Mr. Jackson, who laid gold for 36 years down here, has now gone to heaven, as he said, “to gild the streets of heaven for his wife Bonnie to walk on when she gets there.”

Marvin was employed by Kingsport Press, Inc., Kingsport, starting on his 20th birthday, at which time he met his future wife, Bonnie, who was already employed there. He said of their meeting, “She put the spell on me and I got hooked.” They were married 63 years, until his death. At Kingsport Press he was promoted to master gilder, applying 24-carat gold leaf to books and Bibles for special orders. He guilded books for world figures including Winston Churchill, Queen Elizabeth, presidents, and other heads of state. After 36 years he retired because of injuries suffered in an automobile accident. His department had to be closed because no one else could do the work.

An article appeared about him in Nashville Tennessean Magazine, 15 Nov 1953 written by Pat Bolton Fields, Gilt Edging—A Vanishing Art, accompanied by a photograph by Gretchen Whisnant, cutline: “Silk screen passed over hair on Marvin Jackson’s arm generates electricity to pick up thin gold leaf transferred to book edges by blowing through top.” The article was reprinted in Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 2004, with photographs provided by his daughter Helen Christine (Jackson) Ferguson. The story:

Got any gilt-edged securities lying around your house? Gilt-edged Bibles or other lofty tomes? Guard them well. They may soon be relics of a vanishing art. Time was when a gilder was considered something of a magician. The secrets of gilding, one of the oldest trades in the world, were carefully guarded.

Marvin Jackson, who came to the Kingsport press 26 years ago at the age of 17, mastered the technique of gilding after three years of apprenticeship under one of the “old masters.” George R. Bishop, now dead, was 77 years old when he headed the press’ gilding department in 1927. He grounded his apprentices well in all steps of the work before reluctantly divulging the final secrets.

Like the witch doctor, the gilder has always in the past handed down his formulas from generation to generation. In ancient China, vaults were built where the gilder could lock himself away from prying eyes until a book or parchment was properly finished. And, like the witch doctor, the gilder never altered his methods. What was good enough for generations as far back as 4000 B.C. was good enough for him. That’s almost the way it stands today.

Kingsport Press, Inc., in Kingsport, Tenn., is the largest book printing company in the world. There, in 1952, nearly 20,000,000 books were manufactured. Naturally, where work is turned out in such volume, speeding-up processes are applied wherever possible in all phases of bookmaking. But not in gilding.

In a 10x14-ft. glassed-in section off the forwarding department of the plant, Jackson and his helper, Fain Taylor, carry on the ancient trade in almost the same manner of the monks and Chinese who began it.

Gilding is near the last process in bookmaking. Special gift editions for authors’ friends, Bibles, and chemistry handbooks are among the few publications now requiring this dressing-up process.

When the final draft has been printed, sewed and trimmed for binding, books intended for gilding are stacked in carts outside Jackson’s domain. Jackson and his helper carry in these stacks and place them on a jogging iron. (A jogging iron is just what the name implies—an iron table where several books are jogged by hand until their pages line up evenly.) Then they transfer the books to a press.

It takes two men to fit an evened stack of books, edges up, into a press row. The number of volumes, of course, depends on the thickness of each book. A good average is 40. Presses are 36-in. wide.

There are four rows to a press. When these are filled, a crowbar is fitted into a winch at the side and both men muscle the bar around until the smooth rows are compressed about four more inches. There are seven large and two small presses in the gilding department. When a rush job is on, a full crew of five is kept busy.

Ordinarily, after a press is filled, Jackson carries on by himself. Sometimes Taylor helps through steps leading to the actual gilding. Wedged into the presses, book edges look smooth. But they are rough to the hand. On books made of hard (coated or machine-finished) paper, edges are first dampened down with gum sizing—first of the mysterious formulas—then scraped with a steel disc and steel wool, and sanded smooth. Occasionally an electric sandpapering machine is used first and followed up by hand finishing.

The first three steps are now complete and it’s time for the “make-ready.” This is another “secret” formula (laundry starch and burnish size.) It is a gelatinous, pinkish substance and is put on the book edges with a sponge and rubbed in with the hands. A second coat, applied by sponge, is not rubbed in.

When the second coat of make-ready dries, two coats of clear fish glue sizing are applied. Camel’s hair brushes are used in this process—no other kind will do.

Now comes the gold laying. Jackson walks to a wooden cabinet in a corner and takes a couple of small blue-backed folders from a shelf. Each of the folders, 3⅜-in x 3⅞-in, and not as thick as a nickel notebook, contains 500 sheets of trimmed gold separated by rouged tissue paper. Gilders still prefer hand-beaten gold, because it’s much easier to handle. However, that’s one phase of the business that has been delegated, to some extent, to machinery.

Jackson speaks with awe of the gold beaters. Today, as in ancient times, they carefully place a pellet of gold no bigger than a garden pea on a hard surface over which has been stretched the “green” skin of an animal. With a heavy mallet—also wrapped in uncured animal skins—they pound the pellet for hours on end. After a while the gold begins to spurt out like water around the edges of the pellet. Eventually it is pounded flat and thin—very thin. (It takes about 250,000 gold leaves to bulk one inch.) Gold beaters know just when to stop—instinct.

Laying the gold leaf on book edges is the most complicated art of all. Hands can’t touch it or it will wrinkle and curl. A power old as man is used: static electricity, as generated by human hair, is transmitted to a silk chiffon screen stretched on a small square frame. The screen is then put in contact with an exposed gold leaf in one of the opened “pamphlets.” It picks up the sheet evenly, as a magnet picks up iron filings.

Starting at one end of a row of books, the gilder blows through the top side of the screen, loosing the gold and transferring it to the readied book surfaces. When a press full of books is thus covered and burnished, he goes back and looks for small holes. Then he patches.

On a good laying day, he can place 500 sheets of gold with the screen. With a full crew on, 2100 sheets. In the gilder’s world, a rainy day is a good day. Temperature and humidity should be at 60 degrees. Windy and cold days are bad. Static electricity gets prankish then.

Next step is burnishing. First a balled-up rag is rubbed over beeswax daubed on a corner of the press and then rubbed over the gold surface to avoid scratching.

Jackson uses a primitive-looking instrument for burnishing. A round stick about 22-in. long, padded in a ball at one end and with a 2-in. beveled blade of agate set in the other. It somewhat resembles a savage tribesman’s drumstick. Fitting the padded end into the hollow of his shoulder, the gilder sets the rounded agate blade at one end of a row of books and makes like he’s trying to undo all his previous work. Surprisingly, none of the gold comes off. It just brightens—the more rub and the more pressure, the more shine.

Books are turned in the presses and the same process gone through again on top and bottom edges. A bin beneath the press catches all scrapings—paper and gold. Once a month, the bin is emptied and the contents sold to a junk dealer.

Finished with the gilding, books are taken from the presses and stacked on a table. At this stage they appear as a solid block of compressed paper. They are “fanned out” by hand—broken and manipulated until the pages riffle separately. Then still in stacks, they are again polished—“rubbed off”—with a waxing rag dipped in beeswax and lampblack or graphite. They are now ready for the final steps in binding.

He married Bonnie Ora Simpson, daughter of Charlie H. Simpson and Bertha Carrie Larkin, 31 Dec 1927 in Gate City, Scott Co., Va. Born 23 Jan 1910 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. She and Marvin moved to Church Hill 7 Apr 1934, to a home that her grandfather had started building for her mother, on the land where Bonnie grew up. Bonnie and Marvin lived there together until Marvin’s death, spending many years adding onto and renovating the house. They built an upstairs, added bathrooms and a den, and a covered patio with built-in brick grill. The family spent many happy hours on the

patio enjoying fellowship and the food that Marvin cooked on the grill. When a grist mill across the road was torn down, Bonnie and Marvin used rock from its foundation to build a wall along the road and from the house to the garage. The rock had originally been brought across Bay’s Mountain by sled. Sadly, the state took the house and part of the land to widen and straighten the road. In 2000, at the age of 90 and after 66 years there, Bonnie was forced to move away and the house was demolished. In 2001 she lived in Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tenn. In 2004 she lived in Baysmont Nursing Home, Kingsport, Tenn. Children:

i. Peggy Emmaline[6]. Born 19 Sep 1928 in Kingsport. Died 15 Dec 1946 in an automobileaccident. Buried Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport. The following story appeared in Kingsport

[Tenn.] Times-News, 16 Dec 1946: Church Hill Girl, 18, Killed in Car Wreck—Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. for 18-year-old Peggy Emmaline Jackson,

clerk and floral designer for Hutch-Wallin Florists in Kingsport, who died Sunday night in an automobile accident on the Ross Camp Ground Road north of Mount Carmel. Miss Jackson, whose home was at Church Hill, was fatally injured when the car in which she was riding was overturned in attempting to avoid a collision on a narrow section of the road. Three companions riding in the car escaped uninjured.

The Rev. J.T. Booth, pastor of the Church Hill Methodist Church, where the services will be conducted, will officiate, assisted by a former pastor, the Rev. Charles Booth. Burial will be in the city Cem..

Everette Derrick, 17, driver of the car, a 1938 model sedan, said an approaching automobile met them at a narrow section of the road and, as they passed, the two right wheels of the Derrick car slipped off the road, overturning the car. A fence post penetrated the rear seat glass, striking Miss Jackson in the head. She and George McCollum, 15, of Limestone, formerly of Church Hill, were seated in the back seat, Derrick said. Another occupant of the car was Peggy’s sister, Marceleen, 15, who was in the front seat with Derrick. The fence post also pinned McCollum’s leg to the car ceiling but he suffered no serious injury. Derrick and Marceleen also were uninjured, Sgt. Frank Williams of the state highway patrol said.

Peggy was placed on a pick-up truck loaded with hay and brought to Holston Valley Community Hospital. She was pronounced dead on arrival. Death was attributed to a fractured skull, internal injuries, shock and loss of blood.

Miss Jackson lived with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Jackson, at Church Hill. She was graduated from Church Hill High School last May, where she was voted by her fellow students the best all around girl of 1946. She was particularly interested in art and was art editor of the high school annual. She was also senior class secretary, and member of the Beta Club, Future Teachers of America Club, 4-H Club and Glee Club. Miss Jackson was born in Kingsport and moved with her family to Church Hill 12 years ago. She began working at Hutch-Wallin Florists during the Christmas holidays last year, her employer, Cecil D. Williams, said. After that she worked on Saturdays until her graduation from school and then began working full time.

Surviving are her parents; five sisters, Marceleen, Christine, Barbara, Patsy and Carolyn, all of Church Hill; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Edward Jackson, Honaker, Va., and her maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Larkin, Church Hill. The body will be removed from Hamlet-Dobson Funeral Home to the Jackson residence at Church Hill late Monday. Pallbearers will be Charles Hawthorne, Jimmy Collins, Herschel Helton, Jimmy Dorton, Bob Jones, Chad Hurst, William McCollum, Paul Derrick, George Kinkead and Paul Kinkead.

82.v. ii. Jean Marceleen. Born 8 Feb 1931 in Kingsport. 82.v. iii. Helen Christine. Born 2 Jun 1933 in Kingsport.82.v. iv. Barbara Ruth. Born 28 Jun 1935 in Church Hill.82.v. v. Patsy Najeba. Born 21 Aug 1937 in Church Hill.82.v. vi. Carolyn Sue. Born 28 Jun 1942 in Kingsport.

82.viii. Cowan Christian[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Dec 1910 in Virginia. Died 2 Nov 1994 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried Africa Cem., Lewis Center, Ohio.

He married, first, Maude V. Puckett 27 Oct 1929. Born 19 Jun 1903 in Saltville, Va. Died 29 Oct 1936 in Catawba [Va.] Sanitarium. Buried Jackson Family Cem., Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Children:

i. Clifford[6]. Born 10 Oct 1930 in Honaker, Russell County. He married Emma Radcliff and Vivian Bates.

ii. Nellie. Born 17 Nov 1932. She married James Radcliff.iii. Nadyne (called Deanie). Born 1 Mar 1935. She married Ray Wallin 13 May 1954.

He married, second, Victoria Preston 12 Jan 1962. Born 23 Mar 1929. Children:

iv. Wallace. Born 12 Aug 1963. He married Teresa McGarvey 26 Oct 1985.v. Joseph. Born 6 Feb 1968.

82.xii. Donald Edward[5] Jackson (Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Apr 1924 in Virginia. He married Georgia Ruth Compton. Children:

i. Kenneth[6].

83.i. Nancy Jane[5] Rhea (Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Buried Cleve Hollow, Honey Branch, Wilder, Russell Co., Va.

She married Aaron (also Starling) Gibson. Buried Cleve Hollow. Children:

83.i. i. Maudie Eva Nova Isora Gladys[6].ii. Sallie. She married Unknown Castle.iii. Lovie. She married Unknown Whittaker.iv. Doc.

83.iii. William[5] Rhea (called Willie) (Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 May 1897 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Jun 1956. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Russell County.

He married Tabitha A. Sexton, daughter of Charles Sexton and Maggie Unknown, 6 Sep 1917 in Russell County. Born 18 Sep 1900 in Russell County. Died 20 Nov 1970. Buried Russell Memorial Cem. Children:

83.iii. i. Billy Dean[6].83.iii. ii. Burl Harvey.

iii. Earl Morgan. Buried in Artrip Cem., Rt. 2, Cleveland, Va. He married Wilma Sue Artrip. Born 28 Jun 1942 in Dickenson Co., Va.

83.iii. iv. John Delmar.v. Sylvaline. Died in Apr 2001 in Richmond, Va. She married James Chafin.vi. Mathew Azerine. Born in 1918. Died 15 Oct 1995. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon,

Va. He married Lillian M. Younce.vii. Hatfert Lee. Born 13 Sep 1920. Died 22 Jan 1998. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon,

Va. He married Sally E. Bailey 2 Nov 1940. Born 18 Sep 1924. Died 5 Apr 2000. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens.

83.iii. viii. Maggie Virginia Patricia (called Bonnie). Born in 1922.ix. Paul New Year. Born 31 Dec 1925. Died 1 Jan 1926. Buried in Martinsburg, W.Va.

83.iii. x. Radfert Madison. Born 18 Mar 1929.83.iii. xi. Walter Constance. Born 15 Jan 1931. Died 5 Feb 1974.

xii. Lessley. Born 12 Aug 1933. Died 17 Jul 1938. Buried in Meade Cem., Wilder, Va.83.iii. xiii. Winfred Hershel. Born in 1935.

xiv. Frances Dorist Lorrian. Born 16 May 1937. Died in 1982. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. She married Unknown Phillips.

xv. Denver Landon. Born 16 Jan 1945. He married Karen Mae Kiser 22 Jan 1988 in Russell Co., Va. Born 2 May 1961.

85.ii. Clovis[5] Taylor (Cowan[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Mar 1893 in Castlewood, Russell Co., Va. Died 1 Mar 1959 in the Midway section of Castlewood. Buried Temple Hill Cemetery, Castlewood. He was a coal miner who occasionally made a little moonshine, a granddaughter said.

He married Effie May Bryant, daughter of John Bryant and Eunice Howard, 1932. Buried Temple Hill Cemetery, Castlewood. Children:

85.ii. i. Dorothy Gay[6]. Born 25 Aug 1929 in Squire, McDowell Co., W.Va.85.ii. ii. Geneva NMN. Born 9 Mar 1932 in Black Joe, Harlan Co., Ky.85.ii. iii. Orville Lee. Born 12 Jul 1935 in Amonate, McDowell Co., W.Va.

iv. Richard. Born 1 Oct 1939 in Clinchfield, Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Sep 1940 in Clinchfield.

96.iv. Arthur Dallas[5] Stinson (called Jack) (Nancy Dickenson[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1885 in Honaker, Va. Died 6 Aug 1916 in Bluefield, W.Va. Buried in Old Honaker Cem.. He was a carpenter. At the time of his death, Jack was separated from his wife. He was staying with his mother, who lived near the Old Honaker Cem., where his father Robert was buried. The Cem. is in southeast Honaker, “Old Honaker,” where settlement began, near the present intersection of Rt. 653 and New Garden Road.

He married Minnie Appolis[5] Honaker (Martin[1]), daughter of Elias Honaker and Catherine K. Lawson, who died the same day as her husband. At the time of her death she was with an aunt in Bluefield. She was returned for burial in the Honaker Cem. on her father Elias Honaker’s farm on Clinch River near the mouth of Lewis Creek. In 2001 the land had been in the family for generations and was owned by Lawrence Stinson.

The two oldest children were placed in an orphanage in Salem, Va. The application was made by the Rev. H.S. Mabie, endorsed by Mrs. W.H. Burns (Arthur’s sister Minnie) and C.J. Thompson; their mother was listed as a member of Lewis Creek Baptist Church; their guardian was listed as Mrs. N.D. Meadows of Bluefield, W.Va. Mrs. Meadows was their grandmother, who remarried Powhatan Meadows after her first husband, Robert Stinson, died.

Children: [now listed in paragraph #206]

96.iv. i. Ralph Grear[6] (twin). Born 6 Nov 1910 in Honaker, Va. 96.iv. ii. Robert O’Rear (called Bob) (twin). Born 6 Nov 1910.96.iv. iii. Una Bernice. Born 27 Sep 1912 in Honaker, Va.

iv. Edward Leemond (called Lee). Born 10 Mar 1914 in Honaker, Va. Died 1990 in Baltimore, Md. He married, first, Frances Peters. He married, second, Marion Unknown.

v. Leonard. Born 1915 in Honaker, Va. This child was reported by one researcher and might be confused with Edward Leemond.

106.i. Vernie Albert[5] Ball (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Apr 1891 in Honaker, Va. Died 27 Mar 1961 in the Veterans Administration Hospital, Mountain Home, Tenn. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He was a veteran of World War I, a member of the Baptist Church, and worked for the Virginia state Department of Corrections until retirement.

He was survived by his wife, Nannie Thomas Ball of Lebanon, Va., a daughter, Mrs. Elaine DeSimone of Sylmar, Calif.; his father, Frank Ball; two sisters, five brothers, and four grandchildren. Lebanon [Va.] Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He married Nancy Kate Thomas (also reported as Nancy Tate Thomas) (called Nannie), daughter of Alvin Thomas and Rachel Unknown, 17 Dec 1920. Children:

i. Parker[6]. Born 3 Mar 1922. Died 6 Dec 1953. She married Earl Fields. ii. Elaine Mabel. She married Unknown DeSimone (also reported as DiSimone).

106.ii. Elden Cummings[5] Ball (also seen as Eldon) (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jul 1892 in Honaker, Va. Died 3 Jun 1968 in Johnson City, Tenn. He was a World War I veteran, a retired painter, and a member of I.O.O.F.

He was survived by his wife, Etta Ball Honaker; daughters, Mrs. Virginia Barnhart of Honaker, Va., Mrs. Mildred Smith of Columbus, Ohio, Mrs. Irma Kossuth of Long Island, N.Y., and Miss Helen Ball of New York, N.Y.; sons, Clyde Ball of West Palm Beach, Fla., and the Rev. Kenneth Ball of Honaker, Va.; brothers Earl, Walter, and Herbert of Honaker, Va., and Carl of Jewell Ridge, Va.; and by 19 grandchildren.

He married Etta Cynthia Addison, daughter of Luther Addison and Lillie Harmon, 7 Feb 1920. Born 28 Apr 1900. Died 13 Feb 1979. Children:

i. Helen[6]. Born 13 Apr 1921. ii. Clyde Edward. Born 8 Jul 1922 in Honaker, Va. He married Shirley Fuller 31 Dec 1954. iii. Erma (also reported as Irma). Born 2 Sep 1923. She married Warren Kossuth 10 Feb 1944. iv. Kenneth Frank. Born 11 Feb 1926. He married Maude Peck. v. Virginia Lee. Born 15 Oct 1930. She married Kermit Barnhart.vi. Mildred Ann. Born 14 Nov 1932. She married Hershel Smith 21 Nov 1951 in Columbus, Ohio.

106.v. Earl Thomas[5] Ball (twin) (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jul 1896. Died 11 Dec 1975 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War I, a coal miner for 22 years, and was a house painter for many years until retirement. He was a member of I.O.O.F. Lodge 208 and of Veterans of World War I of the U.S.A., Inc., Ellis Hargis Barracks No. 2189, Honaker, Va.

Possibly Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, unknown date: Earl Ball, age 79, of Honaker, Va., passed away suddenly at his home Thursday morning. Born at Honaker, he was a son of the late Frank and Cordelia Owens Ball. He was a retired painter and a World War [1] Veteran. He was a member of the Free Pentecostal Holiness Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. [Waldean] Ball of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Pauline Robinson of Honaker; two sisters, Mrs. Ruby Denny of California and Mrs. Arley Gent of Bristol, Tenn.; two brothers, Herbert Ball of Honaker and Carl Ball of Jewel Ridge, Va.; one grandchild also survives. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clifford Strouth and Sister Cerilla Arwood officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He married, first, Leota Mullins in War, W.Va. She brought two children to the marriage, a daughter, Vonnie, and a son, who may have been twins. Earl and Leota had no children of their own. Leota worked at a store in Grundy, Va. and died as a young adult.

He married, second, Sara Elizabeth Waldean (also reported as Waldean Elizabeth) Honaker (called Waldean), third generation Martin descendant, daughter of John Graham Honaker and Nannie Bell Duncan, 22 Feb 1941 in Honaker, Va. Waldean was a household employee and a devoted Christian. In 1999 she was living in Honaker, Va. Children:

106.v. i. Pauline[6].

106.vi. Carl[5] Ball (twin) (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jul 1896. Died 5 Jun 1985 in Virginia.

He married Rettie Nelson 26 Nov 1923. Children:

i. Arlene[6]. She married Andy Keen. ii. Geneva. She married Raymond Lowe. iii. Ruby.

106.vii. Herbert Clarence[5] Ball (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Dec 1899 in Honaker, Va. Died 26 Jun 2001 in Virginia. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker.

Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Jun 2001: Honaker [Va.]—Mr. Herbert Clarence Ball, 101, passed away Tuesday night, June 26, 2001, in Dickensonville Rest Home. Born Dec. 10, 1899 in Honaker, he was a son of the late Frank and Cordelia Owens Ball. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, he was a retired coal miner, house painter and taxi operator. He attended Valley View Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Virgil Monk Ball; seven brothers; and three sisters. In his generation, he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors include two daughters, Edith Stibb of Kenosha, Wisc., and Beulah Crusco of Wilmington, Del.; one son, Harold Ball of Columbus, Ohio; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; and one great-great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Kenneth Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Clark Cem. at Honaker. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.

He married Virgie Monk. Children:

i. Harold[6]. ii. Beulah. She married Unknown Crusco.iii. Edith. She married Unknown Stibb.

106.viii. Arley Jane[5] Ball (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Sep 1901. Died 11 May 1986 in Bristol, Tenn.

She married Hampton Henry Gent, son of James Whitley Gent and Laura Malissa Combs, 18 Jul 1918 in Honaker, Va. Born 27 Mar 1893 in Honaker. Children:

i. Hazel Ruth[6] (called Hazel). Born 18 Oct 1920 in Honaker, Va. She married Clovis Giles Amos 21 Oct 1941 in Honaker.

ii. Beulah Irene (called Irene). Born 8 Sep 1922 in Coulwood, Va. Died 11 Jun 1997. She married James Clemon Barton 28 Mar 1955 in Bristol, Tenn.

iii. Edna Mae (called Edna). Born 21 Jul 1925 in Coulwood, Va. She married Jack Burroughs 3 Sep 1954 in Bristol, Tenn.

iv. Darlene Hope (called Darlene). Born 10 Mar 1927 in Coulwood, Va. She married Baker Dunn Booker in Blountville, Tenn.

v. Jack Odell (called Odell). Born 7 Aug 1932. He married Emily Bushong. vi. Phyllis Nadine (called Phyllis). Born 25 Dec 1934. Died 24 Jan 1957. She married Douglas

McMurray. vii. Doris Jean (called Doris). Born 13 Apr 1939 in Coulwood, Va. She married Curtis J. Berry 22 Dec

1966 in Bristol, Tenn.

106.ix. Ruby Victoria[5] Ball (Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Oct 1903 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Dec 1979 in Gridley, Calif. In 1964, she lived in Paris, Ark.

She married, first, Robert Bolling Helton, son of Edward D. Helton and Barbara Hess, 27 Jul 1923 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 31 Jan 1904 in Lebanon, Va. Died 18 Dec 1995 in Mt. Dora, Fla. Children:

106.ix. i. Nana Evelyn[6]. ii. Ralph Kermet. Born 2 Mar 1927. Died 1 Mar 1991 in Russell Co., Va. iii. Dallas Cecil. Born 20 May 1929 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Mar 1991. He married Alpha

Davenport. Born in 1920. Died 16 Jun 1988 in Fremont Hospital, unknown location.106.ix. iv. Eva Marie.106.ix. v. Winfred Allen. 106.ix. vi. Clyde Willis. 106.ix. vii. Una Carol. 106.ix. viii. Garnet Joyce.

She married, second, Marvin Denny.

121.ix. Mary Ellen[5] Ball (C. Alex[4], Patton George[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar (also reported as 15 Apr) 1917 in Russell Co., Va. Died 26 Mar 2002 in Knoxville, Tenn. Buried in Thompson Cem., Chestnut Ridge, near Honaker, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Mar 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 3 Apr 2002: Knoxville—Mrs. Mary Ellen Owens, 85, of 6617 Hollywood Drive passed away Tue., Mar. 26, 2002, in Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center at Knoxville. Born Mar. 23, 1917, in Russell County [Va.], she was a daughter of the late C. Alex and Louisa Harris Ball. She had resided in the Knoxville area for the past 20 years and had attended Bradley Street Baptist Church in Bristol earlier in her life. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Owens; three brothers; and five sisters. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include four daughters, Phyllis Turner and Nancy Lathrop, both of Bristol, Tenn., Gay Wasaitis of Powell, Tenn., and Alice Bowness of Knoxville; one son, Floyd Owens of Knoxville; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Neace and Minister Don Lathrop officiating. Interment will follow in Thompson Cem. on Chestnut Ridge near Honaker. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the family at 324 Maryland Ave., Bristol TN 37620.

She married Harvey Owens. Children:

i. Phyllis[6]. Married Unknown Turner.ii. Nancy. Married Unknown Lathrop.iii. Gay. Married Unknown Wasaitis.iv. Alice. Married Unknown Bowness.v. Floyd.

133.iv. Maxie Viola[5] Christian (Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Apr 1919 in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio. Died 28 May 1996. Buried in Mt. Joy, Scioto County.

She married Edward Cecil Price (called Ed), son of Edward Porter Price and Bertie Zinn of Portsmouth, Scioto County, 19 May 1945. Born 10 Apr 1906 in Logan, Ohio. Died 3 Apr 1990. Buried in Mt. Joy. He was employed by the Norfolk & Western Railroad for 33 years. Children:

i. Karen Sue[6]. Born 25 Feb 1949 in Portsmouth. In 1999 she was an anesthesiologist at Mercy Anderson Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio; she and her husband then lived in Crescent Springs, Ky. She married Robert Chester Phelps III (called Chet), son of Robert Chester Phelps and Jean Bach of Louisville, Ky., 30 Dec 1978. Born 7 Nov 1946. In 1999 he was a computer specialist.

133.v. Jack Linkous[5] Christian (Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jul 1921 in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, an insurance agent, and was sheriff of McDowell Co., W.Va. In 1999 he and his wife lived in Welch, W.Va.

He married Maggie Pearl Farthing (called Pearl) of Welch, W.Va., 27 Feb 1944. Children:

133.v. i. Judith Gayle[6] (called Judy). Born 20 Feb 1946. 133.v. ii. David Norman (called David). Born 8 Dec 1948.133.v. iii. Deborah Ann (called Debbie). Born 10 Feb 1953.

133.vi. Nannie Belle[5] Christian (Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jun 1923 in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio. Died 4 Jun 1980. She was a nurse.

She married, first, Elton Maurice Rich Jr. (called Maurice) of Holly Hill, Fla., 3 Oct 1944. Born 9 Oct 1913. Died 29 Jun 1963 in New Albany, Ind. He was an Air Force veteran and photographer. Children:

133.vi. i. Michael Elton[6] (called Mike). Born 4 Sep 1946.133.vi. ii. Margaret Ann (called Peggy). Born 19 Apr 1949.

iii. Jacqueline Ruth (called Jackie). Born 24 Jul 1950. A graduate of DeAnza Nursing School, Los Gatos, Calif., she is a nurse in Indiana.

She married, second, Frank McFarland of Shelbyville, Ky., 23 Oct 1965. He brought a daughter to the marriage, Ann, born 25 Mar 1952. She married Mike Stotts and had a son, James, and daughter, Ellie. Mike died 2 Feb 1999.

133.vii. James Fredrick[5] Christian (called Jim) (Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1925 in Rarden, Scioto Co., Ohio. Died 2 May 1986. Buried in Evergreen Cem., Adams Co., Ohio. A Navy veteran of World War II, he was a barber, manager of Karel Co., a furniture and mattress factory at the former Rarden School, and mayor of Rarden for 22 years.

He married Helen Enz, daughter of Ernest Enz and Lena Tschus, 7 Jun 1947. Born 22 Oct 1926 in Mt. Joy, Scioto County. Her father emigrated from Germany in 1905. She was Rarden village clerk for 22 years and wrote area histories. In 1998 she moved from Rarden to the former home of her daughter Vicki in McDermott, Ohio. Children:

133.vii. i. Linda Regina[6]. Born 22 May 1948.133.vii. ii. Vicki Debra. Born 12 Jul 1951.

144. George Washington[5] Honaker (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph [Ralph LaVerne Honaker]. Born 23 Feb 1875 (also 1876) in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 20 Oct 1936 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Woodmere Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 21 Oct 1936: George W. Honaker, 62 years old, died last night at 10 o’clock at his home, 215 Short Street, after an illness of several months. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Delia May Honaker; a daughter, Mrs. Zelpha Long, of Huntington; three sons, Boyd, Clovis and Ray Honaker, all of Huntington; six sisters, Mrs. Lou Qualls, of Milton, Mrs. Tina May, of Huntington, Mrs. Virgie Edwards and Mrs. Chillie Edwards, of Ohio, Mrs. Gertie McCallister, of Portsmouth, Ohio, and Mrs. Icely Ryder, of McMechan, W.Va.; and three brothers, A.W. Honaker of Culloden, and B.F. and John Honaker, both of Huntington. The body is at the Fisher Funeral home pending the completion of funeral arrangements.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 21 Oct 1936: Funeral services for George W. Honaker, 62 years old, of 215 Short Street, lifelong Cabell county resident, who died at his home last night, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Church of Christ, Tenth avenue and Twenty-first street. Burial will be in Woodmere Cem.. He spent most of his life in Huntington and for the last ten years had driven a Black and White taxicab. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Delia Mae Honaker; a daughter, Mrs. Zelphia Long, of Huntington; three sons, Boyd, Clovis and Ray Honaker, of Huntington; six sisters, Mrs. Lou Qualls, of Milton; Mrs. Tina May, of Huntington, Mrs. Virgie Edwards and Mrs. Chillie Edwards of Ohio, Mrs. Gertrude McCollister, of Portsmouth, and Mrs. Icely Ryder, of McMechen, W.Va.; and three brothers, A.W. Honaker, of Culloden, B.F. and John Honaker, of Huntington.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date, unidentified column: After all, motor and traffic casualties are outstanding partly because they are unusual. This does not defend them, but it is a fact that each must be judged on its merits and that most automobilists die in bed. There was George Honaker, for instance. Warm-hearted, kindly George, whose attendance as a taxicab driver in many times of grief and trouble made him a personal and family friend. Death came to George in the natural course of events—leaving me sadder and poorer for the lack of his genial friendship.

He married Delia M. May, daughter of Jacob Smith May (also reported as J.P. May) and Matilda Smith, 3 Aug 1898 (also reported as 1899) in Cabell (also reported as Putnam) County. Born 28 Jan 1885 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 8 May 1987 in Yuma, Yuma Co., Ariz. Buried in Woodmere Cem., Huntington.

Yuma [Ariz.] Daily Sun, 1984 (with photograph): Century old—Delia May Honaker, the daughter of the late J.S. and Matilda May and wife of the late George W. Honaker, celebrating her 100th birthday at Desert Manor Convalescent Home, is greeted by her only remaining son Boyd Honaker, 81. Delia’s parents and youngest children came from Pike Co., Ky., in 1891 down the Big Sandy River on a riverboat while the two oldest boys drove the horses and wagon and moved the farm animals to a little town called [Colloden], W.Va. Delia and George married Aug. 3, 1898, and had six children, 14 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and 16 great-[great]-grandchildren. Delia was widowed in 1937 and moved to Yuma in April of 1975. Her son, Boyd, is a volunteer at the Desert Manor where he works four hours daily.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date: Mrs. Delia M. Honaker, 102, of Yuma, Ariz., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., died Fri., May 8, 1987 in Yuma. Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington, by Minister Donald Wright. She was born Jan. 28, 1885 in Pike Co., Ky., and moved to West Virginia in 1891. She was a member of Church of Christ in Huntington and Yuma. She married her husband, the late George Honaker on Aug. 3, 1898 and had five children, 14 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 23 great-great-grandchildren. Surviving is a son, Boyd J. Honaker of Yuma. There will be no visitation. Beard Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 1935, unidentified column: Many times as I rode as a passenger in George Honaker’s taxicab, he told me about his little girl, the daughter who was his pal. She, he said, always kept a file of clippings from this column. Of course that made me like her and I always thought I’d see her some day and thank her. Yesterday I met George on the street, as sad a faced man as I ever beheld, and he talked to me once more of Halcie Marie, his dear daughter who died so suddenly last week. She was the Sweetheart of the [Disabled American Veterans,] a universal favorite, so that while she lay dead more than a thousand persons called at the Honaker home. She was a leader in the junior auxiliary, and the casket in which she lay, surrounded by beautiful flowers, was draped with the flag she loved.

Children:

i. Ernest[6]. Born 2 Dec 1900. Died 12 Feb 1902385. ii. Jacob Boyd (called Boyd). Born 17 Nov 1903 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. (also reported as

Putnam Co., W.Va.)iii. Clovis Orvin. See photograph. Born 19 Sep 1906 in Huntington. Died 12 May 1939 in

Huntington. Buried in Woodmere Cem.. Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 13 May 1939: Clovis Orvin Honaker, 32 years old,

who died yesterday morning at his home at 211 Short street, will be buried in Woodmere Cem. tomorrow following funeral services at 2:30 o’clock at the Twenty first Street Church of Christ with the Rev. J.H. Morris, pastor, officiating. Mr. Honaker is survived by his mother, Delia Honaker; a sister, Mrs. Achley Long, and two brothers, Boyd and Ray Honaker, all of Huntington.

386. iv. Zelphia Ernestine. Born 27 Dec 1910 in Lesage, Cabell Co., W.Va.144. v. William Ray (called Ray). Born 11 Jan 1914 in Cabell Co., (also reported as Union Ridge, Putnam

Co.,) W.Va.vi. Halcie Marie. Born 23 Sep 1918 in Meadowbrook, W.Va. Died 21 Jun 1935 in Huntington.

Buried in Woodmere Cem.. She never married. A picture of her appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 1995. We listed her as Helsie Clovus, the name that was first reported to us. Subsequently West Virginia death certificates were reported for her brother Clovis and Halcie.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Funeral services for Halcie Honaker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Honaker, 215 Short Street, who died Friday evening in a local hospital following an operation for appendicitis, will be held this afternoon at 4 o’clock in the Church of Christ at Tenth Avenue and Twenty-first street with Rev. E.P. Watson officiating. Burial will be in Woodmere Cem.. Pall bearers will be John Kingsley, Judson O’Dippie, Harry Young, Junior Long, Raymond Smith and Burton Lloyd. Miss Honaker was “Sweetheart” of the local post of Disabled American Veterans in 1934 and a member of the post’s For-Get-Me-Not club. Members of the post, under the command of C.E. Ritter, commander-in-chief of the state department of the D.A.V. and the 60 members of the Forget-Me-Not Club will attend the funeral services in a body.

Miss Honaker will be buried with full honors of the American flag, Mr. Ritter said. Surviving, in addition to the parents, are a sister, Mrs. Ackley Long; three brothers, Boyd, Clovis and Ray Honaker; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.P. May, and the paternal grandfather, Henderson Honaker, all of Huntington.

145. William Amos[5] Honaker (called Amos) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 6 Jan 1880 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 21 Mar 1971 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County. His daughter Frances said that when their first child, Ora, was an infant, Amos and his wife lived in Champagne, Ill., where he was employed for several years.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: William Amos Honaker, 91, of Culloden, died Sunday in a Huntington hospital. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Culloden Church of Christ by Ray Prichard, evangelist. Burial will be in the Culloden Cem.. Born Jan. 6, 1880, he was a son of the late William and Sarah McCallister Honaker. He was a retired carpenter, and was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Josephine Honaker in 1970. Survivors include six daughters, Mrs. Ora Thomasson, Mrs. Beatrice Glenn, and Mrs. Garnet Campbell, all of Hurricane, Mrs. Frances Nutter of Culloden, Mrs. Lillian Thomasson of Houston, Texas, and Mrs. Ethel Twyman of Amherst, Ohio; six sons, H.C. Honaker of Detroit, Mich., W.R. Honaker of Millville, N.J. and M.H. Honaker of Huntington, J.M. Honaker of Milton, J.E. Honaker of Culloden and B.G. Honaker of Hurricane; five sisters, Mrs. Betty Rider of McMechen, Mrs. Gertie McCallister of South Shore, Ky., Mrs. Virgie Edwards of Gallipolis, Ohio, Mrs. Tina May of Huntington and Mrs. Chillia Edwards of Culloden; a brother, John of Huntington; 46 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Ex-carpenter Dies Leaving 129 survivors (Culloden, W.Va.)—William Amos Honaker died Sunday in Huntingon Hospital after a long illness, leaving 129 survivors. Mr. Honaker, 91, of Culloden, Cabell County, was a retired carpenter and member of the Church of Christ at Culloden. Surviving are daughters, Mrs. Ora Thomasson, Mrs. Beatrice Glenn, and Mrs. Garnet Campbell, all of Hurricane, Mrs. Frances Nutter of Culloden, Mrs. Lillian Thomasson of Houston, Texas, and Mrs. Ethel Twyman of Amherst, Ohio; sons, H.C. of Detroit, Mich., W.R. of Millville, N.J. and M.H. of Huntington, J.M. of Milton, J.E. of Culloden and B.G. of Hurricane; sisters, Mrs. Betty Rider of McMechen, Mrs. Gertie McCallister of South Shore, Ky., Mrs. Virgie Edwards of Gallipolis, Ohio, Mrs. Tina May of Huntington and Mrs. Chilli Edwards of Culloden; a brother, John of Huntington; 46 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Culloden Church of Chist with Evangelist Ray Prichard officiating. Burial will be in the Culloden Cem.. The body is in the Heck Funeral Home at Milton, where friends may call after 7 p.m. today.

He married Josephine Cinderella Burns (called Vena, the name on her gravestone), daughter of Josh (also reported as Isaiah) Burns and Mary Frances Painter, 20 Jan 1901 in Cabell County. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W.G. McCallister. Born 27 Mar 1884 in Cow Creek, Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 1 Mar 1970 in South Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden Cem..

Unknown newspaper: Mrs. Vena Honaker, 85, of Culloden, W.Va., died Sunday, March 1, in a Charleston hospital. Born March 27, 1884, in Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Isaiah and Mary Painter Burns. Survivors include her husband, William Amos Honaker; six daughters, Mrs. Mary Thomasson, Mrs. Beatrice Glenn and Mrs. Garnet Campbell, all of Hurricane, Mrs. Frances Nutter, Culloden, Mrs. Lillian Marie Thomasson, Houston, Texas, and Mrs. W.J. (Ethel) Twyman of Palestine and Amherst, Ohio; six sons, H.C. Honaker, Detroit, Mich., W.R. Honaker, New Jersey, M.H. Honaker, Huntington, B.G. Honaker, Hurricane, J.M. Honaker, Milton, and J.E. Honaker, of Culloden; 38 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and nine great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Culloden Church of Christ, of which she was a member, by the Rev. Russ Egnor and the Rev. Ray Prichard. Burial was in the Culloden Cem.. Heck Funeral Home of Milton was in charge of the arrangements.

Children:

387. i. Ora May[6]. Born 25 Apr 1902.388. ii. Lula Beatrice. Born 8 Dec 1905.389. iii. Homer Cliff. Born 10 Mar 1908 in Culloden.390. iv. Winfred Ramey. Born 6 Mar 1910.391. v. Martin Henderson. Born 29 Aug 1912.392. vi. Bernard Glenn. Born 9 Nov 1914 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va.393. vii. John Mark. Born 31 Jan 1917 in Cabell Co., W.Va.394. viii. Orga Garnett. Born 24 Apr 1920.395. ix. Della Frances (called Vinnie). Born 24 Sep 1922.396. x. Ila Ethel (called Ethel). Born 11 Apr 1924 in Cabell or Putnam Co., W.Va.397. xi. James Ernest. Born 18 Jul 1926 in Cabell Co., W.Va.

398. xii. Lillian Marie. Born 14 Feb 1929.

146. Benjamin Franklin[5] Honaker (called Franklin) (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Oct 1883 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 7 Nov 1966 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried in Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington. He and his family were enumerated in the 1910 Cabell County census. He was a building contractor.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 9 Nov 1966: Benjamin F. Honaker, 83, of 128 Rotary Rd. died Monday in a Huntington hospital. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Twenty-sixth Street Church of Christ with Evangelists Joseph Neff and Max Cleveland officiating. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Cem.. Born Oct. 23, 1883, in Cabell County, he was the son of the late Henderson and Sarah McCallister Honaker. He was a retired building contractor, and a member of the Twenty-sixth Street Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Black Honaker; two sons, Granville and Dallas Honaker of Huntington; five sisters, Mrs. Icel Ryder of McMechen, Mrs. Gertie McCallister of South Shore, Ky., and Mrs. Chilli Edwards of Culloden, Mrs. Virgie Edwards of Gallipolis, Ohio; two brothers, John Honaker of Huntington and Amos Honaker of Culloden; seven grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. The body is at Chapman’s Mortuary where friends may call. The body will be taken to the church one hour before services.

He married Mary Etta Black, daughter of Ambrose Black and Elizabeth Unknown, 11 Feb 1907 in Cabell County. Born 30 May 1887 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 16 Dec 1982 in South Point, Lawrence Co., Ohio. Buried in Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, 17 Dec 1982: Mrs. Mary E. Honaker, 95, formerly of Huntington, W.Va., died Thurs., Dec. 16, 1982, in Pulley Care Center, South Point, Ohio. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at the 26th Street Church of Christ by Minister Donald W. Wright. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park. She was born May 30, 1887, in Putnam Co., W.Va., a daughter of the late Ambrose and Elizabeth Black. She was a member of the 18th Street Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Honaker in 1966; and by two sons, Darrell Honaker, in 1953, and Granville Honaker, in 1982. Surviving are one son, Dallas Honaker of Huntington, seven grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Children:

399. i. Granville Clinton[6]. Born 17 Nov 1907 in Huntington.146. ii. Darrell Washington. Born 22 Feb 1910 in Huntington.

iii. Dallas Oscar (called Blackie.) Born 11 Jul 1911 in Huntington. Died 14 Apr 1999 in Huntington. Buried in Woodmere Cem., Huntington. A photograph of him and his wife, on the occasion of their 58th wedding anniversary, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1996. They had no children.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date, accompanied by photograph: Mr. Dallas Honaker of Huntington, W.Va., died Wed., Apr. 14, 1999 in Mariner Health Care Center. He was born in Huntington, a son of the late B.F. and Mary Etta Black Honaker. He was a retired route salesman for Borden’s Dairy with 29 years of service. He was a member of Spring Valley Country Club and an avid golfer. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Helen Lloyd Honaker, and several nieces and nephews including Robert L. Honaker of Barboursville, W.Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday in Woodmere Abbey of Remembrance with the Rev. Jarrold Lanham, pastor of the Fourth Avenue Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday at Reger Funeral Home at which time the procession will leave for the Cem.. The family requests no flowers. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation.

He married Helen Lloyd, daughter of Eugene Lee Lloyd and Mary Elizabeth Dodd, 26 Feb 1938 in Kentucky. Born 3 Mar 1915 in Huntington. Died 24 Sep 2001 in Huntington. Buried in Woodmere Cem..

Herald-Dispatch, 27 Sep 2001, with photograph: Helen Lloyd Honaker, 86, of Huntington, passed away Mon., Sept. 24, 2001 at the Inn at Wyngate. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday at the Woodmere Memorial Park Abbey of Remembrance by the Rev. Jarrold Lanham. Burial will follow. She was born March 3, 1915 in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of the late E.L. and Mary Elizabeth Dodd Lloyd. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Dallas “Blackie” Honaker, four brothers and two sisters. She was a retired secretary at University Auto Credit and a member of the Fourth Avenue United Methodist Church. Survivors include several nieces and nephews: Gwendolyn Lloyd Blevins, Huntington, Margaret Kerns, Huntington, Jean Kerns, Phoenix, Ariz., Charles Lloyd, Baltimore, Md., Darlene McMillan, Atlanta, Ga., Tressa Wolfkill, Baltimore, Md., Helen Anderson, Bridgeport, W.Va., Sharon K. Ray, Sumter, S.C., John E. Lloyd Sr., Philadelphia, Pa., Frank B. Lloyd, Los Altos Hills, Calif.

Friends may call from noon to 12:30 p.m. at Reger Funeral Home. A special thanks goes out to the management, staff at the Inn at Wyngate and Hospice of Huntington. Contributions may be made to the Hospice of Huntington or the Inn at Wyngate.

.147. John Chilton[5] Honaker (William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Aug 1887 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 25 Dec 1984 in Salisbury, Rowan Co., N.C. Interred Christus Chapel, Sec. C, 29F, White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, Cabell Co., W.Va.

Herald Advertiser or Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: Mr. John Chilton Honaker, 97, of Salisbury, N.C., formerly of Huntington, W.Va., died Tue., Dec. 25, 1984 in Salisbury. Memorial services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Norway Avenue Church of Christ, of which he was a member, by Minister John W. Miller Sr. He was born Aug. 18, 1887, in Lincoln Co., W.Va., a son of the late William Henderson and Sarah Elizabeth McCallister Honaker. He was a retired auto mechanic with Wooten’s Garage in Huntington. Surviving are his wife Ica Mae Branch Honaker; four sons, Gerald L. Honaker of Salisbury, John Honaker of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Clinton Honaker of Pittsburgh, Pa.; 12 grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. Private entombment will be conducted in White Chapel Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. There will be no visitation. Chapman’s Mortuary, Huntington, is in charge of arrangements.

He married, first, Georgia Ann Randant (called Dolly), daughter of Charles G. Randant, 23 Nov 1912 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Born 1895 in Cabell County. Children:

i. Charles Clinton[6]. Born 3 Nov 1913 in Franklin Co., Ohio. He married Louella Hereford 1 Jun 1936 in Cabell Co., W.Va.

ii. Iva Louise. Born 10 Nov 1915 in Cabell County. Died before 1984. She married Frank B. White. Born 1911.

iii. Evelyn. Born 19 Oct 1917 in Cabell County.

He married, second, Ica Mae Branch (called Icey), daughter of Eugene Winfield Branch and Mary Jane Cremeans. Born 30 Nov 1898 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 10 Dec 1987 in Rowan Co., N.C. Interred in White Chapel Cem.. Children:

147. iv. Gerald Leon. Born 5 Sep 1925 in Cabell Co., W.Va. He married Thaise Ruth Bedford 15 Oct 1951 in Passaic, N.J. Born 22 Dec 1928.

v. Carl Marion. Born 7 Jun 1927 in Cabell County.147. vi. John Alan (twin). Born 23 Oct 1937 in Cabell County.

vii. Unnamed stillborn female (twin). Born 23 Oct 1937.

148. Ezra Wizer[5] Honaker (David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Jennie G. Chambers. Children:

148. iv. Luther. Born 12 Mar 1910 in Grundy, Va.148. vi. Fred Linkous. Born 24 Feb 1915.148. ix. Nellie Ethel. Born 17 Feb 1920 in Buchanan Co., Va.148. x. Naomi (called Oma). Born 29 Dec 1923.148. xi. Carlos Andrew. Born 29 Nov 1925 (also reported as 30 Nov and 29 Dec) in Buchanan Co., Va.

149. Thomas Eli[5] Honaker (David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Nov 1875 in Shacks Mill, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 16 Aug 1958 in Dismal River, Oakwood, Buchanan County. Buried in Ratliff Cem., Deel, Buchanan County.

He married, first, Watie Mullins. Born 1881. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Buchanan Co., Va. Children:

149. i. Lou Vicey Ann[6]. Born 24 Jan 1908 in Buchanan County. ii. Lucy NMN. Born 18 Jul 1909 in Buchanan County. Died 22 Oct 1975 in Grundy, Buchanan

County. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem.. She married Tom Stiltner. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem..iii. Cecil NMN. Born 12 Jan 1912 in Buchanan County. Died 21 Mar 1965 in Johnson City, Tenn.

Buried in Esaw Rife Cem..149. iv. Lawrence (called Blackberry.) Born 18 May 1918 in Buchanan County.

v. Colonel NMN. Born 5 Aug 1919 in Buchanan County. Died 1989 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Buried in Memorial Park Cem., St. Petersburg, Va.

He married, second, Lottie Stiltner. Buried beside him in Deel Cem., Buchanan County. Children:

149. vi. Pinkie Fay. Born 5 Mar 1934 in Buchanan County.vii.viii.ix.x.xi.xii.

He married, third, Victoria Gilbert. They had no children together.

150. Henry Wallace[5] Honaker (David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 May 1882 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 18 Sep 1966 in Peapatch, Buchanan County.

He married, first, Nancy Victoria Elizabeth Viars. Born 28 Oct 1883. Died 16 Oct 1915. Children:

150. i. Millard[6].ii. Martha. She married unknown.

150. iii. Mary Rosa.150. iv. Robert. Born 15 Jun 1909.

He married, second, Cora Clementine Vandyke (called Tiny), daughter of William Howard Vandyke and Polly Ann Keen, 24 Dec 1919 in Grundy, Buchanan County. Born 26 Jan 1906 in Oakwood, Buchanan County. Died 4 Mar 1992 in Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

v. Armendy.vi. Nathan.vii. Rosie. Born 17 Apr 1926. Died 24 Dec 1938 in War, McDowell Co., W.Va.viii. George. Born 26 Apr 1926. Died 24 Dec 1938 in War.ix. Eugene. Born 24 Aug 1930. Died 12 Nov 1988. He married Virginia Hicks.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph and Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 23 Oct 2009: Raven, Va.—Virginia “Ginny” Honaker, age 85, passed away Wed., Oct. 21, 2009, at her home. Born Sept. 20, 1924, in Garrett, Ky., she was the daughter of the late Andy and Joann Shephard Hicks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Honaker; two sisters, Vivian Bradley and Viola Crumb; and two brothers, Vernon Hicks and Vester Hicks. She is survived by one brother, Virgil Hicks of Sturgis, Mich.; one sister, Vernie McKee of LaGrange, Ind.; several nieces and nephews; and many friends also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sat., Oct. 24, 2009, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with Pastor Kenneth Looney and Pastor Robert Buckles officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.singletonfuneralservice.com Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Honaker family.

402. x. James.xi. Edna. Born 26 Apr 1934. She married Naom Dawson.

151. John Harvey[5] Honaker (David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 15 Nov 1883 in Marvin, Va. Died 6 Mar 1920. After he and his wife died in an influenza epidemic, their surviving children were separated as different family members took them in.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 22 Jan 1981: The Good Old Days. HONAKER FAMILY—This is the family of John Harvey and Serilda Keen Honaker who lived on Contrary Creek [Buchanan Co.,

Va.] back in the early part of the century. Both Honaker, his wife and three of their children, Jeanette, Edgar and Roby, died during the bad flu epidemic in 1919. A daughter, Mary Lee Hess of Rowe, who submitted this picture, was born in 1918 and orphaned when she was less than two years old. From the left: Garland Honaker of Kimball, W.Va.; Milton Honaker, deceased, pictured on his father’s lap; Jeannette, deceased; either Roby or Edgar, deceased; Della Honaker Hagerman (baby) of Elkton, Md.; and Pearl Honaker McGlothlin of Fletcher’s Ridge. In addition to Mrs. Hess, a son was born after the picture was made, Samuel Hurley Honaker of Elkton, Md.

He married Cordelia Surrilda Keen, daughter of Israel Oscar Keen and Susanna Vandyke. Born 14 Feb 1885 in Marvin, Va. Died 10 Mar 1920. Children:

i. Jeanette[6]. Born 12 Aug 1904. Died 15 Mar 1920.151. ii. Garland Arthur. Born 4 Sep 1905.

iii. Edgar. Born 12 Nov 1906. Died 8 Mar 1920.403. iv. Milton. Born 7 Mar 1907.404. v. Lena Pearl. Born 17 Oct 1909 in Buchanan Co., Va.

vi. Roby. Born 27 Mar 1911. Died 24 Oct 1911.405. vii. Della Virginia. Born 27 Feb 1913 in Keen Mountain, Va.151. viii. Isaac Floyd. Born 8 Dec 1915. 151. ix. Mary Lee (also Mary Lea). Born 17 Apr 1918. 151. x. Samuel Hurley. Born 8 Dec 1919 in Keen Mountain, Va.

xi. Charles.xii. Eula. She married Unknown Vannoy.xiii. Unknown

152. Flaven Martin[5] Honaker (called Flavie) (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Lillie Osborne, daughter of Jackson Osborne and Lydia Mullins, Jan 1907. Born 15 Feb 1890 in Slate,

Va. Died 23 Sep 1960 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Buchanan Co., Va. Lillie’s brother, Whitten James Osborne, was the father of Ira Elmer Osborne, who married Betty Lou[5] Honaker (Abraham[1]) 21 Jan 1946 in Welch, W.Va. Lillie married, second, Burb Payne. A beekeeper, he was said to be a good man.

155. Maude Jane[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1887. She married Harvey Keen. Children:

i. Hurley[6].ii. Milton.

155. iii. Henry Bert. iv. Buford. v. Hobart. vi. Arthur. vii. Jessie. viii. Martin. ix. Emory. x. Trula.xi. Oma. xii. Bessie. xiii. Garnie. She married Unknown McClanahan.

155. xiv. Nellie Jane. Born 18 May 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va.155. xv. Elmer R.

156. William Arthur[5] Honaker (called Arthur) (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1889 (also reported as 1892).

[Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 18 Sep 2003—Looking Back…from our files—35 years ago—Sept. 19, 1968—Arthur Honaker has announced his retirement from Jewell Smokeless Coal Corporation. He began his employment with the company Nov. 30, 1954. Honaker’s two sons, Carl and Victor, and their two sons, Don and Arthur, have also worked for Jewell Smokeless. Also present for the ceremony in addition to his sons and grandsons were Bill Liles and Charles Hale of JSCC.

He married, first, Rebecca Collins Horn (also reported as Ward), daughter of Unknown Collins, in 1912. It may have been her second marriage. The following obituary was obviously about this family but did not mention a marriage to Arthur. The siblings may have included half-brothers and half-sisters.

Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 12 Jun 2001: Richlands [Va.]—Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel W. Jewell will be conducted Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands with Rev. Mike Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in the Tom Ward Cem. at Pilgrim Knob, Va. Pallbearers will be Shelby Jewell, Shaw Honaker, Donnie Honaker, Lonnie Honaker, Lowell Cole, Larry Cole, Phillip Blankenship, John Blankenship, Kelly Ross, Mark Vandyke, Buddy

Fuller, Adam Musick and Jack Honaker. Honorary pallbearers will be Calvin Cantrell, Jackie Cantrell, Darrell Cantrell and Michael Cantrell. Friends may call at Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands after 7 p.m. Tuesday. Mrs. Jewell, 92, died Sun., June 10, 2001 in a Tazewell hospital following a lengthy illness. She was born in Pilgrim Knob, Va., and was a daughter of the late Jake and Rebecca Collins Ward, both Buchanan County natives. She had made her home in the Pilgrim Knob area most of her life, moving to Richlands 20 years ago, and she was of the Holiness faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. William C. “Bill” Jewell in 1974; one daughter, Helen Jewell; two sons, Randell and Herbert Jewell; one sister, Mae Hawkins; and four brothers, Carl Honaker, Roy Honaker, Belford Honaker and Otis Honaker. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Audra White of Richlands and Mrs. Lantha Ross of Milford, Kan.; two daughters-in-law, Gaye Jewell of Ft. Chiswell, Va., and Ellen Jewell of North Tazewell, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Myrtle Bowyer of Union, W.Va.; one brother, Mr. Bev Honaker of Claypool Hill, Va.; grandchildren Barbara Blankenship, Carol Cole, Patty Compton, Sandra Musick, Kelly Ross, Kerwin Ross and Michelle Hays; great-grandchildren John Blankenship, Dawn Vandyke, Stephanie Cole, Amanda Musick, Adam and Wendy Musick, Ashley Ross, Jessica Ross, Grant Ross, Brandon Ross and Micah Ross; and great-great-granchild Mason Cole Vandyke. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

410. i. Carl[6].ii. Roy. Died before 2007.

411. iii. Beve.412. iv. Belford.413. v. Otis.414. vi. Mary Mae (called Mae).

He married, second, Lena Jane Blankenship, daughter of Garfield Blankenship and Mattie Lester. Born ca. 1912 in Paynesville, W.Va. Died 11 Sep 2007 in Whitewood, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 14 Sep 2007, Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 13 Sep 2007 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 20 Sep 2007: Whitewood, Va.—Mrs. Lena Jane Honaker, age 95, went to be with the Lord on Tue., Sept. 11, 2007, surrounded by her family in Chuckey, Tenn., following a lengthy illness. She was born in Paynesville, W.Va., and was the daughter of the late Garfield and Mattie Lester Blankenship. She was a lifelong resident of the Whitewood area and was a member of the Hale Creek Primitive Baptist Church. She loved to crochet, read, embroider and loved to watch “Jeopardy.” In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Arthur Honaker; one daughter, Alice Faye Honaker; five brothers, Vester, Luther, Charles, Monroe and Burnes Blankenship; and stepchildren, Mae Hawkins and Bev, Carl, Roy, Otis and Belford Honaker. Survivors are two sons, Victor Lee Honaker of Whitewood and Hobert McKinley Honaker and wife Sylvia of Whitewood; one sister, Patty Compton of Richlands; two brothers, Johnny Blankenship and Ben Blankenship; special friend and caretaker, Laura Keesley; six grandchildren; 18 stepgrandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Lena Jane Honaker will be conducted Fri., Sept. 14, 2007, at 2 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands, with the Elder Ezra Davis Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill. Pallbearers will be Shaw Honaker, Don Honaker, Lonnie P. Honaker, Jack Honaker, Donnie Honaker, Danny Honaker, Bill Honaker, Nicholas Cook and Rusty Maxwell. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Ball, Michael Phillips, Gene Rife, Hassell Blankenship, Jackie Stump, Dr. Larry Mitchell and Dr. Ralph Stanley. Friends may call after 6 p.m. Thursday at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com.

Children:

415. vii. Victor Lee.416. viii. Hobert McKinley.

ix. Alice Faye. Died before 2007.

157. Hannah Louisa[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1891. She and her family lived in Keen Mountain, Va.

She married Grover Cleveland Keen (called Cleve and G.C.) Children:

i. Huffard[6] (also Hufford). Died before 1999. 157. ii. Virgie. Born ca. 1912 in Buchanan Co., Va.

iii. Tinia (also Tina and Tiny.) Died before 1999. She married Unknown Matney. iv. Mona. Born 13 Oct 1919 in Buchanan Co., Va.

157. v. Vinia (also Vina, Viney and Vinie). Born ca. 1922.157. vi. Reba Mae (called Mae). Born 9 Aug 1924 in Buchanan Co., Va.

vii. Virginia. She married Unknown Rife. This Virginia was also reported to have a cousin, daughter of Henry Wallace[5], who also married a Rife.

158. Henry Wallace[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in Mar 1893 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died in 1988 or 1989 in Pilgrim Knob, Va. Buried in Ward Cem., Pilgrim Knob, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., unknown date: Henry Wallace Honaker, 93, of Pilgrim Knob, died Tuesday at his home. Born in Buchanan County, he was a son of the late Martin and Sarah Horn Honaker. He was of the Baptist faith, a retired carpenter and miner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Mullins Honaker, two sons, a daughter, a brother and two sisters. Survivors: sons Ray Honaker of Pilgrim Knob, Henry Wallace Honaker Jr. of Perrysville, Ohio, and Kale Vandyke of Grundy; daughters Virginia Honaker Rife of Pounding Mill, Mazie Honaker White of Bristol; brother Hobert of Pilgrim Knob; sister Watie Rife of Stacy; 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday at Buchanan County Funeral Home, Keen Mountain, with the Rev. Steve Andrews officiating. Burial followed at Ward Cem., Pilgrim Knob.

A photograph of Henry Wallace with cutline appeared in the Virginia Mountaineer 19 Jun 1986: CELEBRATES 91st—Henry Wallace Honaker of Pilgrim Knob celebrated his 91st birthday in March. A

dinner was given for him at the home of his daughter, Virginia Rife of Claypool Hill. Several relatives and friends were present to help mark the occasion.

He married Mary Mullins. Children:

i. Willie[6]. ii. Grover. iii. Nelson. iv. Henry W., Jr.

417. v. Ray. vi. Kale Vandyke. vii. Unknown daughter.

158. viii. Virginia. ix. Mazie. She married Unknown White.

159. Hobert Garrett[5] Honaker (also Hobart) (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 13 Nov 1896 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 14 Mar 1997 in Grundy, Buchanan County. Buried Tom Ward Cem., Pilgrims Knob, Buchanan County.

Herald-Courier, Bristol, Va., unknown date: Hobert Garrett Honaker, 100, died Fri., Mar. 14, 1997 in a Grundy, Va., hospital. He was a native of Buchanan County and a retired coal miner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Mullins Honaker. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Garland (Ellen) Johnson, Pilgrims Knob, Va., Mrs. James (Thelma) Murphy, Mavisdale, Va., Mrs. Burton (Marie) Mullins, Slate Creek, Va., and Mrs. Ernest (Mildred) Hess, Tazewell, Va.; four sons, Bill Honaker, Pilgrims Knob, Va., Sherman Honaker, Hazel Green, Ala., George Honaker, Hurley, Va., and Leslie Honaker, North Tazewell, Va.; 30 grandchildren, 52 great grandchildren, and 28 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel, Keen Mountain, Va., with the Rev. Junior Rife and the Rev. Jack Ward officiating. Burial will be in the Tom Ward Cem., Pilgrims Knob. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack, Victor, Hobert and Ray Honaker, Hufford Rife, Elmer Keen, Arthur and Robert Horn, and Sam White. The family will receive friends from 6–9 p.m. Sunday in Buchanan Funeral Service.

A photograph of Hobert appeared in the Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 25 Dec 1986, with this cutline: CELEBRATES 90—Hobert G. Honaker celebrated his 90th birthday November 13 at his home at Pilgrims

Knob. Those attending other than his children and grandchildren were his brother, Henry Wallace of Honaker, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Honaker of Pilgrims Knob; and his sister-in-law Mable Mullins of Stuart. He received many nice gifts.

A photograph of Hobert and his son Bill appeared in the Virginia Mountaineer 20 Dec 1990 with this cutline: The Good Old Days—HOBERT HONAKER and his son Bill are pictured here at the old homeplace in 1945.

The photo was submitted by Barbara Horton of Pilgrim Knob.

He married Ebbie Elizabeth Mullins (called Lizzie), daughter of Jacob Whitten Mullins (called Jake) and Sarah E. Rhoton, 9 Feb 1917 in Buchanan County. (The marriage certificate indicates they were both born and lived in Buchanan

County; he was 21 and she 20, and that his occupation was farmer.) Born 1896 in Buchanan County. Died 3 Sep 1965 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Tom Ward Cem.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 5 Sep 1965: Mrs. Elizabeth Mullins Honaker, 68, of Pilgrim Knob, Va., died in a Richlands hospital late Friday evening after an illness of three months. Born in Wise Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Jake and Sarah Mullins. She was a member of the Holiness Church. Survivors include her husband, Hobart Honaker of Pilgrim Knob; six daughters, Mrs. Hannah Hawkins of Pilgrim Knob, Mrs. Marie Mullins of Slate, Va., Mrs. Mildred Hess of Alexandria, Va., Mrs. Ellen Keen of Pounding Mill, Va., Mrs. Thelma Keen of Whitewood, Va., Mrs. Lorraine Schlenk of Chicago, Ill.; four sons, Bill and Leslie Honaker of Pilgrim Knob, George and Sherman Honaker of Chicago; five sisters, Mrs. Martha Horn of Pilgrim Knob, Mrs. Mabel Mullins of Stewart, Va., Mrs. Ella Mullins of Whitewood, Va., Mrs. Rebecca Miller of Mansfield, Ohio, Mrs. Eddie Lewis of Kentucky; five brothers, Ted Mullins of Garden Creek, Va., Roy Mullins of Maryland, Bill Mullens of Cedar Bluff, Va., Ernest Mullins of Bartley [W.Va.,] James Mullins of Delphia, Ky.; 26 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Bethany Church at Pilgrim Knob with Rev. Grat Horton and Rev. Albert Ball in charge. Burial will be in Ward Cem. in Pilgrim Knob. The body was taken to the home Saturday afternoon from the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va.

Children:

i. Sherman Arthur [6]. Born 3 Feb 1932 in McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 26 Mar 1999 in Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co., N.C. Buried Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Buchanan Co., Va.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 1 Apr 1999: Sherman A. Honaker, 67, of Pilgrims Knob, died Fri., Mar. 26, 1999 in a Winston-Salem, N.C. hospital following an extended illness. Born in McDowell Co., W.Va., he was the son of the late Hobert and Elizabeth Mullins Honaker. He was a retired accountant with the Dana Corporation. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Marion Honaker and Herman Honaker; and two sisters, [Lorine] Honaker and Hannah Hawkins. He is survived by three brothers, Bill Honaker of Pilgrims Knob, George Honaker of Hurley and Les Honaker of North Tazewell; four sisters, Mrs. Burton (Marie) Mullins and Mrs. Garland (Ellen) Johnson, both of Pilgrims Knob, Mrs. James (Thelma) Murphy of Oakwood and Mrs. Ernest (Mildred) Hess of Tazewell; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Mon., Mar. 29, 1999 at Keen Mountain with Rev. Troy Lester and Rev. Charles Hubbard officiating. Burial followed in the Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain. Active pallbearers were nephews and friends. Honorary pallbearer was Dr. Mario Stefanini. [Buchanan Funeral Service, Keen Mountain, Va., was in charge.]

He married Joanna Unknown. They divorced with no children.159. ii. Hannah. 159. iii. Ellen Mae.418. iv. Lorine.159. v. Thelma. Born 1928.159. vi. George Hassell (called George).159. vii. Leslie Clayton (called Leslie). 419. viii. Bill Hobert (called Bill). Born 16 Feb 1924.159. ix. Marie. 159. x. Mildred Jean (called Midge).

xi. Marion. Killed in unidentified war.xii. Herman. Died of pneumonia at age 15.

160. Wattie Elizabeth[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 6 or 13 Jul 1989 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Ward Cem., Slate Creek, vicinity of Grundy.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 13 Jul 1989: Watie Elizabeth Honaker Rife, 86, of Rt. 1, Grundy, died Saturday in a Grundy hospital. Born in Buchanan County, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Sarah Horn Honaker. She was a member of the Church of God at Stacy and was preceded in death by one daughter, two brothers and two sisters. Survivors: daughters, Cloia Tackett and Geneva Blankenship, both of Manassas, Lorine Deel of Vansant, May Jackson of Rt. 1, Grundy, Marie Griffith of Cleveland, Ohio; sons, Fred Rife Jr. and Hufford Rife, both of Pilgrim Knob, Leonard Rife of Rt. 1, Bastian, Ervin Rife of Richlands; brother, Hobert Honaker of Pilgrim Knob; 52 grandchildren; 64 great-grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were Tuesday at Buchanan County Funeral Home Chapel, Keen Mountain, with the Revs. Orvin Thacker, Buford Smith and Arville Collins officiating. Burial followed at Ward Cem. at Slate Creek.

161. James Monteville[5] Honaker (Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1874. Died in 1948 in Menifee Co., Ky. He was a blacksmith and farmer who in 1920 lived in Wolfe Co., Ky.

He married Emma Cox, daughter of Jack Cox and Becky Hall, in Wolfe Co., Ky. Born in 1886. Died in 1948. Children:

161. i. Vernie Denver[6]. Born 18 May 1908. 161. ii. Marion Lilbern. Born 31 May 1911. 161. iii. Eunice May. Born 16 Mar 1921.

162. Isaac Henry[5] Honaker (called Henry) (Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Oct 1886 in Virginia or Kentucky. He moved his family to Rogers Co., Okla., ca. 1922. Died 24 Aug 1935 in Rogers County. A grandson, Donald Lee Honaker, said in 2001 that his father Elzie and uncles lived in Rogers County the rest of their lives except when they were in prison at one time or another.

He married Laura Elvira Noble. Born 26 Mar 1886. Died 29 Dec 1929 in Charlestown, Ind. Children:

i. Oliver[6]. Born in 1906.162. ii. Elzie. Born 28 Mar 1908.

iii. Wallace. Born 28 Sep 1910. iv. Troy. v. Florence. Born 2 Oct 1915. vi. Moody. vii. Everett. viii. Jimmy. ix. Roe (also Rowe).x. Gordon. xi. Daniel.

164. Roland F.[5] Honaker (James W.[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 2 May 1878 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 1952 in Pike County. He and his family are listed by Justice, Justice Family Review.

He married Harriet Justice (called Hattie), daughter of Nancy Jane Justice and Unknown, 1901 in Pike County. Nancy’s maiden surname was Justice. Her three children, born from 1877 to 1885, were all surnamed Justice, so she may have married Unknown Justice. Hattie was born 6 Apr 1877 in Pike County. Children:

i. Fannie[6]. Born 13 Jan 1908. Died 29 Feb 1960 in Pike County. She married Grover Honaker, identity not known in 2008.

166. James Ballard[5] Honaker (called Ballard) (George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). The Eastern Kentuckian, Fall 1999, printed an article about occupations recorded in the 1920 Pike County census. Among the persons listed was Ballard Honaker, 29, Pikeville city police.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 28 Mar 2004 (photograph cutline): Back in Time—R.L. Taylor’s store in Pikeville in 1927. From left, R.L. Taylor, store owner, father of Fon Taylor; J.A. Allen Taylor, R.L. Taylor’s father; Ballard Honaker, father of the late Dewey Honaker; and Sam Thomas, salesman. This building is on the corner of Second Street and Caroline Avenue, across from the News-Express, and is now owned and occupied by Thomas W. Goodman Jr., attorney. Submitted by Fon Taylor. [This photograph was reprinted in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2004.]

He married, second, Zelda King, daughter of Willie King and Costa Hall, in 1938. Born 8 Aug 1919 at Jacks Creek, Floyd Co., Ky. Died 7 Apr 1999 at her home in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Buckingham Cem., Wheelwright, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 11 Apr 1999: Zelda King Johnson, 79, of Collins Street, Pikeville, died Wed., Apr. 7, 1999 at her home. She was born at Jacks Creek in Floyd County, Aug. 8, 1919, a daughter of the late Willie and Costa Hall King. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Ballard Honaker, and one brother. She is survived by one daughter, [Gerima] Sue (Mrs. Troy L.) Tackett of Pikeville; one brother, Estil King of Corinth, Miss.; one sister, Opal Marie Hobson of Dayton, Ohio; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sun., Apr. 11, in the Lucas & Hall Funeral Home Chapel with Troy L. Tackett officiating. Burial will follow in the Buckingham Cem., Wheelwright. Arrangements are under direction of Lucas & Hall Funeral Home of Pikeville.

168. Thomas Lilbern[5] Honaker (George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Children:

168. ii. Thomas Trent. Born 9 May 1921 in Zebulon, Pike Co., Ky.

168. iv. Clare Margaret (called Peg). v. Elnora Grace (also Eleanor). She married Unknown Armintrout.vi. Geneva Maureen. She married Unknown Damron.

169. Dovie[5] Honaker (John M.[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1883.She married, first, Levi Sykes. Children:

i. Gladys[6].

She married, second, Ike Norman. Children:

169. ii. Earl. Born 27 Jan 1933 in Pike Co., Ky.

170. Nicholas[5] Honaker (Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Dec 1883, according to his World War I draft card. Researchers reported him born 1878 and Dec 1886, but we accept the draft card as authoritative.

Researchers reported that #29 Martin[3] Honaker married Frances L. Rose 26 Apr 1875 and had a son, Nicholas[4] Honaker who married #24.ii. Clarissa McGlothlin 3 May 1904 in Russell Co., Va. They also reported that #53 Martin[4] Honaker married Frances L. Rose 26 Apr 1875 and had a son, #170 Nicholas[5] Honaker who married #24.ii. Clarissa McGlothlin 3 May 1904 in Russell Co., Va.

Martin descendant Cynthia Hobbs Boyce determined in 2000 that the Russell County 1900 census showed Anna (Hobbs) Honaker, widow of Nicholas[3], living next to Martin and Frances Honaker. This Martin and Frances were unquestionably her eldest son and daughter-in-law, which identifies him to our satisfaction as #53 Martin[4], not #19 Martin[3].

He married Clarissa McGlothlin, daughter of #24 Jonathan McGlothlin and Martha Mutter, 3 May 1904 in Russell Co., Va. Children (all born in Honaker, Va.):

170. i. Pansy[6]. Born 12 Oct 1913.170. ii. Grace. Born 1912.170. iii. Walter Howard. Born 26 May 1906. 443. iv. Bessie. Born 8 Jul 1908..170. v. Ula (called Dude.) Born 3 Oct 1918.

vi. Arthur. Born 1921. He fell in a creek and died of complications at age 16 or 17.

171. John Michael[5] Honaker (George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born Feb 1878 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Hartwell, McDowell Co., W.Va. In 1910 he and his family were living in Russell Co., Va. The 16 Jan 1920 census found his family in McDowell Co., W.Va., in Big Creek, District 51: John Honaker, 43, b. in Va.; Fannie, 35, b. in Va.; Lon, 17, b. in Va.; Clyde, 14, b. in Va.; Winnie, 6, b. in Va.; Grover, 4, b. in Va.; Flossie, 11 mo., b. in W.Va.; Jonah, 10, b. in Va.

He married Fannie Frances Lucas, daughter of L.D. Lucas and Harriet McKinney, 28 Aug 1900 in Russell Co., Va. Born 12 Feb 1885 (also reported as 1886) in Honaker, Va. Died 6 Mar 1963 in Welch, McDowell Co., W.Va. Buried in Hartwell, W.Va.

Children:

i. Martha[6]. Born ca. 1902. She married Arch Rawsey.ii. Lonnie Shoemaker. Born 19 Mar 1903 in Honaker, Va. Died 10 Jun 1982 in Tazewell, Tazewell

Co., Va. Buried in Bluefield, Va. He married Zula Meredith. They lived in North Tazewell.171. iii. Clyde Shaufner. Born 1906 in Virginia.

iv. Jonah Lee. Born 31 Dec 1909 in Virginia. Died 25 Dec 1980. Buried in Louisa, Va. He and his wife lived in Tazewell Co., Va. for a number of years and then moved to St. Louis, Mo.

He married Mary Sue Ashbrook, daughter of Otis F. Ashbrook and Bessie Holland of Honaker, Va. Mary Sue’s brother Carl Edward Ashbrook married Martin-descendant Gladys[6] Honaker.444. v. Winnie Lorene.

vi. Willie. Died in Beckley, Raleigh Co., W.Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va. She married Ira Jacobs.

171. vii. Flossie. Born 30 Jan 1918. 445. viii. Grover Seslar.

ix. Claude. Born 1911 in Virginia. Buried in Mt. Comfort Cem., Alexandria, Va. He married Mae James. They lived in Berwind, W.Va.

x. Ruby. Born after 1920 in West Virginia. She married, first, Simon McGurian. She married, second, Unknown Goins. In 1998 she lived in Cleveland, Ohio.

173. Dora[5] Honaker (George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Children:

173. iv. Henry Lewis. Born 29 Mar 1927.

177. Caroline[5] Honaker (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1866. Died 1909 in Russell Co., Va., possibly in childbirth with her daughter Pauline.

She married Jacob S. Hess, son of Patton Hess and Sally Miller, 8 Mar 1883 in Russell Co., Va. Born in May 1861 on River Mountain, Honaker, Va. Died in 1954. They were married by Thomas Grimsley. Jacob married, second, Maggie Rose 25 Jun 1912 and had four children with her—Zero (married Lena Unknown), Nar (also reported as Gep) (married and divorced Laurie Unknown), Alice (married Walter Price), and Angie (married Carl Stump). Children (of Caroline and Jacob):

177. i. Cordle Patton[6] (also reported as Patton S). Born 12 Oct 1885. 177. ii. Robert James. Born 23 Nov 1888. 177. iii. Elbert. Born in 1889.

iv. Calahan. Born 1 Jan 1891. Died 5 Jan 1891. v. Dora. Born in 1894. She married Unknown Cordle.

177. vi. Etta. Born in 1895. vii. Mollie. Born in 1896. She married Cleveland Taylor (called Cleve), son of Dave Taylor and

Margaret Unknown, 17 Oct 1917 in Russell County. Born in 1898. Cleve was a brother of Nathan Taylor, who married Mollie’s sister Anna.

viii. John D. Born in 1899. Died 17 Nov 1935. He married Lois May. Born 23 May 1906. ix. Rosa. Born in 1901. She married George Proffitt, son of Ranzy Proffitt (called Ranz) and Sarah A.

Hess (called Sally), 9 Sep 1929 in Russell County. Born in 1901. Died in 1997. 177. x. Anna C. Born in 1906.

xi. Evelyn. Born in 1908. She married Arthur Proffitt, son of Ranzy Proffitt (called Ranz) and Sarah A. Hess (called Sally), 2 May 1927 in Russell County. Born 1907 in Russelol County.

453. xii. Pauline. Born 9 Sep 1909.

180. Floyd Henry[5] Honaker (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Alta (also reported as Attie) Mae Fletcher.

181. Scott[5] Honaker (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Also reported born 22 Apr 1876. Died 22 Oct 1945 (also reported as Jul 1946). Buried in Honaker Cem., Honaker, Va. A photograph of Scott and a railroad maintenance crew, taken 6 Mar 1931 in the Lewis Creek section of Honaker, Va., appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter Nov-Dec 2000.

He married, first, Mary Ann Fletcher. One researcher reported she was born 6 Jul 1891 and died 20 Jun 1960. The 1891 birthdate appears unlikely if she married in 1902.

He married, second, Mary Ann Crawford Taylor. Born in 1891. Died in 1959. Buried in Honaker Cem., Honaker, Va. Children:

456. iv. Clarence (called Frog). Born 5 Apr 1908.457. v. Thurman.458. vi. Ben Houston.459. vii. Stafford Gordon.181. viii. John Verlin. Born 23 Mar 1923.181. ix. Homer C.181. x. Dorothy Evelyn. Born 2 May 1932 in Honaker, Va. 181. xi. Norma Ruth (called Ruth).

xii. William Carol (called Willie). He was mentioned as a survivor in his brother Homer’s obituary. He then lived in Bucyrus, Ohio. He married Irene Penyon.

181. xiii. Clyde Merrill (called Buddy). Born 15 Apr 1937.

183. Cowan[5] Honaker (also Cowen) (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).

He married Martin descendant Minnie[6] Ray, daughter of Elias Ray and Cosby Jane Ray. Children:

470. xii. Berlin (Called Pete).

184. Mollie Darcy[5] Honaker (Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Mar 1890 in Honaker, Va. Died 1 Mar 1964 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Richlands or Lebanon, Va., newspaper, date unknown: Mrs. Mollie Stamper Hubbard, 73, wife of W.B. Hubbard, died Sunday at her home in Honaker. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are four daughters, Mrs. C.K. White, Honaker, Mrs. M.O. Darcey, Mrs. Emmett Honaker, Hampton, Va., and Mrs. Alice Compton, Kingsport, Tenn.; two sons, Clyde Stamper and Wade Stamper, both of Big Stone Gap, Va.; one step-daughter, Mrs. Clyde Jordan; two step-sons, George Hubbard and Lacy Hubbard, all of Arlington, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Elbert Stump, Honaker; one brother, Floyd Honaker, Salem, Va.; 19 grandchildren, and 25 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held this Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will be in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

She married, first, George Washington Stamper, son of C.L. Stamper and Ellen Unknown, 24 Nov 1903 in Russell Co., Va. They were married by J.L. Boyd, Baptist minister. The marriage certificate gives her age as 16 and his as 20, and gives his occupation as railroading. Born 14 Sep 1883 in Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Sep 1918. Children:

184. i. Clyde[6]. 471. ii. Mable Beulah. 184. iii. Alice. 184. iv. Wade Linkous.

She married, second, William Birchner Hubbard (known as W.B. and Shorty), son of John Hubbard and Armeldice Miller, 22 Oct 1919 in Russell Co., Va. Born 30 Jun 1892 in Honaker, Va. Died 30 Jan 1967 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Mt. Carmel Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. William previously married Tina Isabelle Honaker, Martin descendant #454.

Richlands or Lebanon, Va., newspaper, date unknown: W. Birchner Hubbard, 74, of Honaker, Va., died Monday morning in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a short illness. A native of Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late John and Armeldice Miller Hubbard, a retired employee of the [Norfolk & Western] Railroad, and a member of Pruner Lodge 254 A.F. & A.M. of Honaker. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Flora Elkins Hubbard of the home; three daughters, Mrs. Emmett Honaker and Mrs. Bill Dorsey of Hampton, Va., Mrs. Clyde Jordan of Alexandria, Va.; two sons, Lacy and George Hubbard of Alexandria; two step-sons, Wade and Clyde Stamper of Big Stone Gap, Va.; two step-daughters, Mrs. Charles White of Honaker and Ms. Alice Compton, Kingsport, Tenn.; one brother, Wilburn Hubbard of Middlesboro, Ky.; one sister, Mrs. Jessie Justice of Marion, Va. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Fred B. Gent Chapel of the Honaker Funeral Home, with Rev. Hassell Boyd and Rev. Perry Herndon officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Masons will be pallbearers.

Children:

208.ii. v. Lucille (called Cil). Born 8 Mar 1922 in Honaker, Va. She married Emmett[6] Honaker, a Martin descendant. More information about her appears in his listing.

184. vi. Trula Elizabeth. Born 17 Jul 1924 in Honaker, Va.

185. Rachel[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1871.She married George McKinley Wilson. He ran an old grain mill in Honaker, Va., possibly one of the old Honaker

mills. He sold it and moved to Boyle Co., Ky., where he bought a tobacco farm. Children:

i. Bert[6]. He married his first cousin, sixth-generation Martin descendant Bessie Compton, daughter of Thomas Compton and Margaret Honaker. They lived in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio.

185. ii. Evaline Blane (called Eva).

186. Calvin[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Buried in Whitt Cem., Honaker, Va. Children:

186. i. Walter[6]. Born in May 1892. 186. ii. Dorothy (also reported as Dorfa). Born in Sep 1894.

iii. John Clark [Wilson]. Born in Dec 1896 in Virginia. Died in 1955. He left Virginia for Kentucky in the early 1900s and was raised by a Margaret Wilson, changing his surname in the process. He married Elizabeth Doll Buchanan. There were unknown children.

186. v. Ervin.

He married, second, Mary Jane Thompson. Buried in Whitt Cem., Honaker. Children:

477. x. Ruthie Vaughn (twin).

187. Margaret[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born ca. 1877. A photograph of her and three others appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Jan-Feb 2000.

She married Thomas R. Compton, son of G.W. Compton and Tibba Unknown, 14 Mar 1895 in Russell Co., Va. The wedding was performed by J.R. Hubbard. Russell County Marriage Register #2, p. 104, line 27, tells us that Thomas was 22, born in Buchanan Co., Va. to G.W. and Tibba Compton; Margaret was 18. Children:

187. v. Minnie Faye. Born 8 Mar 1909.

188. Robert[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Apr 1880. Died 13 Sep 1960. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Written by an unidentified family member: Robert Honaker, son of Lilburn and Nancy Jane Honaker; born Apr. 20, 1880, died Sept. 13, 1960; making his stay on this earth 80 years, 4 months, and 24 days. He was married to Betty Dye; Apr. 4, 1904. To this union was born thirteen children. Two of which preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Betty Honaker; 11 children—Margie Gertin of Honaker; Clyde Honaker, Bartley, W.Va.; Curtis Honaker of Honaker; Blanch Barnhart of Honaker; Stella Furgeson of Honaker; Lon Honaker, Bartley, W.Va.; Niada Romans of Honaker; Beatrice King, English, W.Va.; Albert Honaker of Richmond, Va.; Mazie Howard of Richmond, Va.; and Eula Gay Honaker of Chicago, Ill. Four sisters; Margret Wilson, Alice Dye, and Nettie McGlothlin, all of Honaker, and Laura Cook of Partsville, Ky. 40 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren and a host of friends and relatives to morn his departure. Since he stated that he was going to a better home, we feel that our loss is heaven’s gain.

He married Bettie[4] Dye (Martin[1], Isaac[2], Cynthia R.[3]), daughter of Henderson and Cynthia R. (Honaker) Dye, 30 Mar 1904 in Russell Co., Va. In 1900 they lived in New Garden, Russell County. In 1925 they built a home on Big A Mountain near Honaker, Va.. A photograph of it was scheduled for publication in Honaker Family Newsletter accompanying an article by their granddaughter Louise (Roman) Haymaker Cook. Children:

285. i. Margie[5]. Born 28 Jun 1905 in Honaker.ii. Clyde. Born 7 Oct 1906 in Honaker, Va. Died Feb 1982 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Russell

Memorial Cem., Lebanon.286. iii. Curtis. Born 6 Jul 1907 in Honaker.188. iv. Stella Ester. Born 13 Mar 1912 in Honaker.188. v. Blanche. Born in Honaker.

vi. Lonnie. Born 7 Oct 1913 in Honaker. Died 13 Sep 1974 in Honaker. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. He married Pearl Unknown.

vii. Gladys Glenn. Born 20 Apr 1915 in Finney, Russell County. Died 16 Sep 1915 in Russell County. Buried on the family farm on Big A Mountain.

287. viii. Niada. Born 26 Jul 1916 in Honaker.288. ix. Beatrice. Born 18 Oct 1917 in Honaker.

x. Dallas Irene. Born 19 Mar 1921. Buried on the family farm on Big A Mountain.188. xi. Albert Lee. Born 19 Apr 1922 in Honaker.289. xii. Mazie Marie. Born 3 Oct 1925 in Honaker.

xiii. Eula Gay. Born 19 Aug 1927 on Big A Mountain. She married, first, Albert Ramey in Chicago, Ill. They had five children. She married, second, Art Hammons.

189. Alice Mary[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Buried in Whitt-Dye Cem., Big A Mountain, Honaker, Va.

190. Nettie Laura[5] Honaker (Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Oct 1886 in Russell Co., Va. A photograph of her and three others appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Jan-Feb 2000.

She married Johnston McGlothlin (called John) 3 Dec 1907 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

483 i. Lon[6]. 190. ii. Coy.

iii. Carl. Died 1938.

190. iv. Claude (called Cricket). 190. v. Johnston, Jr. (called Pee Wee). Born 4 May 1924 in Honaker, Va. 190. vi. Dollie Marie. Born 23 Nov 1928 in Honaker, Va.

191. Cynthia[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1876 in Russell Co., Va. Died of a stroke 1 Jun 1924 in Russell County. Buried in Patrick Family Cem., Castlewood, Russell County. She died on her daughter Lucy’s ninth birthday. She had made Lucy a white dress with red dots for her birthday.

She married Robert Sylvester Patrick. Born 7 Jun 1875 in Russell County. Died in 1947 in Russell County. Buried in Patrick Family Cem., Castlewood. He was a farmer. Children:

i. Della Frances[6] (called Frances). Died 6 Oct 1975. Buried in Patrick Family Cem., Castlewood. The funeral home card indicated that services were held Wed., 8 Oct 1975 at 2 p.m. in Lebanon [Va.] Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. Austin Fields officiating; surviving brothers were Ingle, Nelson, Arch, Luther, and Horton Patrick; sisters were Mrs. Lucy Wolford, Mrs. Nellie Skeens and Miss Maggie Patrick; pallbearers were nephews.

485. iii. Ingle Ronnaville (also Ronnieville).191. iv. Luther Ellis. Born 11 Apr 1904.

vii. Maggie Jane. Born 12 Sep 1908 in Russell Co., Va. Died 29 Feb 1996 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Patrick Family Cem. near Castlewood, Va. She never married. She and her sister, Della Frances, lived with their aunts, Rachel S. and Louise Victoria Parick (called Sis.) The four became known as the Patrick Girls or the Old Maids. The funeral home card indicated that services were 2 Mar 1996 at 2 p.m. in Honaker [Va.] Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Clyde Lambert and Lester Sexton officiating; survivors were sisters Mrs. Lucy Wolford and Mrs. Nellie Skeens; brother Nelson Patrick; several nieces and nephews; pallbearers were nephews; Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

ix. Henry Monroe. Buried in Patrick Family Cem., Castlewood.

192. James[5] Honaker (called Jim) (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

192. i. Maggie[6]. Born ca. 1900.ii. Eula Mae. Born 1 Jul 1903 (also 1902). Died 14 Oct 1989. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.,

Lebanon, Va. She married Martin descendant #79.iii. Robert Ray (called Bob).492. ii. Ivan Curtis.

iv. Howard Robert. Born 11 May 1918 in Virginia. Died 30 Aug 2007 in Mt. Ranier, Md. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He never married.Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Sep 2007 and Richlands [Va.] News-Press, unknown date: Mr. Howard Robert Honaker, age 89, of Mount Ranier, Md., formerly of Honaker, Va.,

passed away Thurs., Aug. 30, 2007 in Mount Ranier, Md. Born May 11, 1918 in Virginia, he was a son of the late Jim and Sally Honaker. He was a retired van helper of Burnham Service Corporation where he was employed for 15 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and three brothers. Survivors include his good friends, Mrs. Armeldia Marshall of Mount Ranier, Md., Buddy and Chrysta Marshall of Mount Ranier, Md., Robert and Beth Marshall of Hancock, Md.; Anita and Todd Johnson of Nanjamoy, Md.; special friends, Peggy Taylor of Honaker, Va., Joe and Louise Howard of Mount Airy, Md., Linda and Lanny Hamm of Honaker, Va., Connie and Wayne Kiser of Honaker, Va., Betty and Sidney Boozer of Gray, Tenn., Sonny and Judy Marshall of Hyattsville, Md., Jim Combs of Kingsport, Tenn., Bryant and Jeannie of Boonsboro, Tenn., and six grandchildren, Christopher, Kaitlin, Todd, Jr., Lindsay, Andy and Brian also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Tue., Sept. 4, 2007 in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment followed in the Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

v. Pearl.vi. Mary.vii. Lacey. He never married.viii. Victor.ix. unknown daughter

193. Thomas Jefferson[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Nov 1889 in Virginia. Died 24 Dec 1978.

He married Dora Whitt, daughter of Raleigh Emerson Whitt and Selina Ann Hurt, 14 Nov 1918 in Honaker, Va. Born in Maxwell, Va. Dora used the name Edith in honor of a favorite teacher. Children:

493. i. Ewell[6].494. ii. Donald A.495. iii. Benjamin.496. iv. Lowell Reid.

194. Mary Jane[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Buried in Clark Cem., Rt. 80, Honaker, Va.She married Thomas Jefferson Wells. Born 4 Mar 1885 (also 15 Mar 1881). Children:

ix. Carlos Greer (called Moon). Buried in Clark Cem..

195. Otis[5] Honaker (Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Apr 1898 in Honaker, Va. Died 19 Oct 1983 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport. He moved to Kingsport ca. 1945 and became a fine finish carpenter and cabinetmaker. With an easy-going disposition, he was well liked.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, 20 Oct 1983: Otis Honaker, 85, 209 Live Oak Drive, died last night at Indian Path Hospital. Born in Honaker, Va., he had resided in the Hawkins and Sullivan county areas for the last 45 years and was a retired employee of Kingsport Press. He was a member of Greenvale Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Belle Arnold Barbour Honaker; two daughters, Mrs. Bill (Janice) Webb, Church Hill, and Mrs. Kyle (Beulah) Akers, Baltimore, Md.; two sons, Larry O. Honaker, Church Hill, and Harlis Honaker, Baltimore; nine stepdaughters, Mrs. Richard (Stella) Rhea, Mrs. Monroe (Ruby) Williamson, Mrs. Charlie (Beatrice) Ryans, all of Church Hill, Mrs. Lois Tallant, Kingsport, Mrs. Geronia (Christine) Bowman, Sarasota, Fla., Mrs. Charlie (Mary) Fields, Hiddenite, N.C., Mrs. William (Joan) Hamilton, Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Mrs. Bartee (Eva) Wallen, Blackwater, Va., Mrs. Wayne (Margaret) Wallen, Kingsport; five stepsons, Amos Lockhart, Kingsport, Harold and Jimmy Barbour, both of Marietta, S.C., Roy and Melvin Barbour, both of Kingsport; 35 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 7–9 p.m. tomorrow at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Greenvale Baptist Church with the Rev. William J. Kendrick and the Rev. Ralph Crawford officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cem.. [Pallbearers were grandsons.]

He married, first, Nola A.[6] Honaker, Martin[1], 25 Nov 1923. Children:

i. Beulah Mae[6]. Born 18 Jun 1928. She married Kyle Akers. ii. Harless Lee. Born 12 Nov 1932.

He married, second, Hattie Barbour Lockhart ca. 1950 in Kingsport, Tenn. She came to the marriage with eight children, whom Otis treated as if they were his own. He did not marry again until they were all married and Hattie had died. One of the daughters, Jo Ann, became the first wife of Carl Ray, Martin descendant #663. Children (of Otis and Hattie):

iii. Janice. She married William Webb (called Bill). iv. Larry Otis. He married Teresa Gail Harris 13 Jul 1974.

He married, third, Belle Arnold Barbour, widow of Pat Barbour, who was a brother of Otis’s second wife. There were no children.

196. Martin Van Buren[5] Honaker (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Apr 1878 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 May 1945. Buried in Shiloh Baptist Church Cem., Sparta, N.C. His son James said he was named for then-president Martin Van Buren, but signed his name “M.V. Honaker,” which led some to believe his name was Martin Vernon. He lived in McGill, Nev., and was an independent building contractor for a copper mining company. He belonged to organizations of the Masonic order. In the 1920s he was a member of the Ku Klux Klan.

He married, first, Hannah Anna Martin, daughter of Meredith Benjamin Martin and Mary Jane Sanders, 14 Feb 1898 in Russell County. Born 1882 in Pike Co., Ky. Died Mar 1915 in Sparta. Buried in Shiloh Baptist Church Cem.. Children:

196. i. Lily Della[6]. Born 14 Mar 1900. ii. Curtis H. Born 11 Nov 1902. Died of a ruptured appendix 18 Apr 1920 in Richlands, Va. Curtis

had eaten green apples a few days before and it was thought that they were the cause of

his illness, thus he was not taken to the hospital until it was too late, said researcher Charles William[7] Honaker.

iii. Gladys H. Born 4 Jul 1905. Buried in Johnson City, Tenn. She married Winnie Graybeal.196. iv. Thelma Estelle. Born 17 Feb 1908.503. v. Ernest Elmer. Born 2 Jun 1910 in Bluefield, W.Va.196. vi. Opal Mae. Born 9 Apr 1913.

After Hannah’s death, Martin married, second, Vernon Texas Reeves, daughter of Alex Reeves and Matilda Hodge. It was reported by one researcher that they divorced after 1922, but her name, birth and death year appear on the same headstone as Martin’s. Born 20 Aug 1894 in Sparta. Died Mar 1963 in Morehead City, N.C. Buried in Shiloh Baptist Church Cem.. Children:

196. vii. Jean Marie. Born 5 Nov 1917 in McGill, Nev.196. viii. Vivian R. Born 14 Nov 1919 in Sparta.196. ix. James Howard. Born 12 Dec 1922 in Sparta.

197. Sarah Sallie[5] Honaker (called Sallie) (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Mar 1881 in Honaker, Va. Died 20 Jun 1961 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Ira Hess Family Cem., River Mountain section, Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Jun 1961: Sarah Sally Honaker Hess, 80, of Rt. 1, Lebanon, Va., died Tue., June 20, 1961 in a Richlands hospital. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Miller Honaker. Surviving are her husband, Ira Hess; five daughters, Mrs. Mont Miller, Lebanon, Va., Mrs. Ellen Ellinger, Port Republic, Va., Mrs. Bessie Whitt, Cedar Bluff, Va., Mrs. Avery Miller, Livingston, Mont., Mrs. Hoby Wallace, Honaker, Va.; two sons, Luther Hess, West Jefferson, N.C., and Garnett Hess, Tampa, Fla.; two sisters, Mrs. Hester Vaughn and Mrs. Nannie Hess, Cincinnati, Ohio; and 48 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Honaker Funeral Home. Burial will be in [Hess Family Cem.], River Mountain section, Honaker, Va.

She married Ira J. Hess, son of William Hess (called Billy) and Mahala Jane Griffith, 2 Jan 1898 in Russell County. They were married by C. Easterly. Born 4 Mar 1879 in Honaker, Va. Died 17 Mar 1975 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Ira Hess Family Cem., [Clinch] River Mountain Section, Russell County. Ira’s mother Mahala Jane also married Henry D. Miller. That union produced Visa Mae Miller, Ira’s half sister, who married Martin fifth generation Silas Burke Honaker, who was Ira’s wife’s brother. Ira was raised by his grandparents, Henry and Milly Hess. Sallie and Ira were married 63 years. After she died, Ira moved in with his daughter Elzie, in Lebanon, Va., and lived to be 96 years and 13 days old.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Mar 1975: Ira Hess, age 96, of Honaker, Va., passed away Monday afternoon in a Richlands, Va., hospital after an extended illness. A native and lifelong resident of Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Billie and [Mahala] Griffith Hess. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Sallie Honaker Hess and eight children. Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Mary Elsie Miller of Lebanon, Va., Mrs. Ellen Ellinger of Keezletown, Va., Mrs. Bessie Barton and Mrs. Mandy Wallace, both of Honaker, Va., and Mrs. Hester Counts of Livingston, Mont.; two sons, Luther Hess of Honaker, Va., and Garnett Hess of Tampa, Fla.; two half sisters, [Mahala] Miller and Alice Miller, both of Honaker; one half-brother, Burke Miller of Lebanon, Va.; 49 grandchildren, 162 great-grandchildren and 52 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Dewey Whitt, James Robinson and Whetsel Owens officiating. Interment will follow in the Hess Family Cem. near Honaker.

Children (all born at home, River Mountain section of Russell Co., Va., south of Honaker, Va., and the first 12 were born in different months):

197. i. Luther Allen[6]. Born 22 Jan 1899. 197. ii. Mollie Zell. Born 24 Jun 1900.

iii. Benjamin. Born 8 Oct 1901. Died 7 Nov 1907. Buried in Hess Family Cem..197. iv. Mary Elza (also Elzie) (called Elzie). Born 10 Mar 1903.

v. Billy. Born 21 Jul 1904. Died 14 Nov 1907. Buried in Hess Family Cem..197. vi. Mary Ellen (called Ellen). Born 12 Nov 1905. 197. vii. Bessie. Born 7 Apr 1907.197. viii. Garnet. Born 21 Feb 1909.

ix. Lucy. Born 10 Sep 1910. Died 1 Jun 1932 in River Mountain section, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Hess Family Cem.. She married her cousin John Taylor[6] Honaker, son of George Washington[5] and Ella Mae (Ray) Honaker.

197. x. Edith Hester. Born 28 May 1912. xi. Hannah. Born 19 Dec 1913. Died 14 Oct 1931 in River Mountain section, Russell Co., Va. Buried

in Hess Family Cem.. Family legend is that Hannah committed suicide after a misunderstanding with a boyfriend.

197. xii. Amanda (called Mandy). Born 31 Aug 1915. xiii. Henderson. Born 12 Dec 1916. Died 16 Dec 1916. Buried in Hess Family Cem..xiv. unnamed. Stillborn 26 Oct 1918. Buried in Hess Family Cem..xv. Thelma Myrtle. Born 15 Mar 1920. Died 16 Mar 1920. Buried in Hess Family Cem..

198. George Washington[5] Honaker (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Apr 1884 in Russell Co., Va. Died 11 Jul 1934 in Russell County. Buried in a Honaker family Cem., Honaker, Va. In the 1900 census, they were in Lebanon District, Russell County.

In 2000, a granddaughter, Georgia Elizabeth (Gilbert) Evans, wrote the following recollection:

I’m my Grandfather George Honaker’s namesake. My parents had a boy, a girl and so on until my turn came along, and I fooled them by being a girl. So therefore I was named Georgia. My mother told me that my grandfather was bedfast when I was born and she’d take me and go visit Grandpaw and Granny Honaker so he could see his namesake. She said he’d sit up in bed, hold me across his knees, and say soothing things to me, as I had colic real bad. She said he nicknamed me “Georgie buck.” He was a very loving person. He passed away when I was four months old.

I have fond memories of going to my Granny Honaker’s (as we always called her) as a child. How exciting when the train came into Honaker, and we’d run out on the porch to see it. Granny told us to listen to the rumble of the wheels—they were saying, “I think I can, I know I can.” Believe you me, those wheels just sang those words out. I treasure my memories of yesteryear.

I moved away from Virginia in 1951, to Baltimore, Md., but never lost my love for the hills of Virginia. Now that I’m living in [Augusta] West Virginia, I feel right at home once again.

He married Ella Mae Ray, daughter of John Henry Ray and Jacqueline Caroline Pinion, 22 May 1904 in Russell County. Born 3 May 1887 in Russell County. Died 8 May 1956 in Russell County. Buried in a Honaker family Cem., Honaker, Va. Arrangements were handled by Gents Funeral Home, Honaker, Va.

Minutes, 146th Annual Session of the Washington Regular Primitive Baptist Association, held with New Garden Church, Honaker, Russell Co., Va., 6–8 Sep 1957, with photograph. The two photographs on this page are reversed, a printer’s error: Sister Ella Mae Ray Honaker was born May 3, 1889, and departed this life May 8, 1956, making her stay on earth 67 years and 5 days. She was married to George W. Honaker in March of 1903, to this union were born ten children, three having preceded her in death and also her husband died a number of years ago. Her surviving children are: Mrs. Leonard Gilbert, Claude Honaker, Mrs. Ben Gilbert, Mrs. Hugh Ebler, Douglas, Frank, and Harry Honaker. Sister Honaker united with the Primitive Baptist Church July 15, 1912 and was baptized by Elder Robert Honaker. She lived a faithful member. We could always look forward to seeing Sister Ella at New Garden Church as she was always present. Her seat is now vacant in the church as well as in her home, but her loving memory lingers with us today. She left a broken-hearted family and a host of other friends and relatives to mourn their loss, but their loss is her eternal gain. She is only sleeping, free from all her trials, troubles and sorrows and awaiting the glorious change from mortal to immortal and be taken home to glory where no sorrow will be known. Written by a brother and sister who loved her, Stewart and Ella Owens. Children:

504. i. Blanche Minty[6]. Born 29 Jan 1905505. ii. Claude Robert. Born 25 Nov 1906.198. iii. Elizabeth Belle (called Lizzie). Born 25 May 1908.

iv. John Taylor. Born 16 Mar 1910. Died of bowel obstruction (also reported as ruptured appendix) 29 May 1932. He married Martin descendant #197 Lucy Hess, who was pregnant with their first child when he died. Despondent, she drank poison, killing herself and the baby.

506. v. Maryzelle. Born 3 Jul 1913.507. vi. Elbert Douglas. Born 22 Feb 1916.

vii. Alice Florine. Born 14 Oct 1918 in the Wallace home near Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Jun 1924. Alice was killed in a tragic accident. She was looking into a ground hog hole when shot by a neighbor, who mistook her for a ground hog.

508. viii. Frank William. Born 25 Oct 1922 in Honaker, Va.198 ix. Harry George. Born 10 Feb 1926 in Honaker, Va.

x. Donald Reginald. Born 14 May 1929 in Honaker, Va. Died 21 Dec 1929.

199. Silas Burke[5] Honaker (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs [Lois Marie Day]. Born 4 Feb 1886. Died 22 May 1928 in Susanna, W.Va. Buried at his homeplace in the River Mountain section of Russell Co., Va.

In 2010, Deborah Jean (Keiffer) Honaker, wife of Silas Burke’s grandson Bobby Lee[7] Honaker, provided the following newspaper article mentioning Silas and his son Fullen:

Charleston [W.Va.] Gazette, 24 May 1928: Missing Miners Believed Dead—Hope is Abandoned for Four Men Entombed by Blast at Yukon; Thirteen Bodies are Recovered

Welch [W.Va.], May 23—Bodies of the four men missing since last night’s explosion in the Yukon mine were recovered by rescue workers late tonight. An investigation will start today, it was announced.

Welch [W.Va.], May 23 (by Associated Press)—Hope was abandoned tonight that four missing men might still be alive in the Yukon-Pocahontas Coal company mine No. 1 at Yukon, from which 13 bodies were recovered early this morning. Rescue crews forcing their way into the wrecked mine reported that the 13 bodies recovered were found in a heap beside a mine train on which they were riding to their working places. All but two of the bodies had been blown from the man-trip. Several hundred yards beyond the spot where the 13 bodies were recovered was the place where the four missing men were working. The missing men, William Sayres, Awdie Lowe, George Miller and Bernard Shamblin, operated cutting machines. It is believed by rescue workers that the spark which ignited gas causing the explosion originated at or near the machines. News Slow in Spreading

The explosion occurred last night as men employed on the night shift were entering the mine. The operators of the cutting machines had entered the mine half an hour earlier than other workers and are believed to have been operating their machine about three miles from the mine mouth when the blast occurred. Faulty telephone service hindered the gathering of rescue crews and it was not until hours later that news of the explosion spread outside of the immediate territory. Rescue crews were hurried to the mine from the Consolidation Coal company’s Coulwood mine, which sent a crew of 15 men and the Pocahontas Pond Coal company which sent a crew of six. All were equipped with gas masks and qualified to work in gas-filled sections.

Two state department of mines rescue cars with full equipment were at the mine and a number of state mine inspectors headed the crews that searched for bodies. Of the men whose bodies have been recovered, two had been employed in the mine only one day. They were Silas Honaker and his son, Fullen Honaker, of Honaker, Va. The younger man had gained his first experiences as a miner Monday night and was enroute to his second night’s work when killed. Other bodies recovered were those of James Wakely, fire boss, James Maliski, John Bravin, all of Yukon, the John Brown, of War, all white, and Reed Johnson, Enoch Holland, Will Wade, Joshua Boybin, William Fields, Mack Weaver and Earl Wilkinson, negroes, all of Yukon. Fourteen of the men were married. When recovered, the bodies were placed in a temporary morgue in the blacksmith shop. An inquest will be held next week, Dr. H.G. Camper, McDowell county coroner said.

The tragic deaths of Silas Burke and his son Fullen were also recounted by Dillon, They Died in the Darkness, pp. 205-208. The story was retold in Heritage of McDowell County, Vol. II, 1999, and in Honaker Family Newsletter, Nov-Dec 2001 and appears here by permission of the author’s widow and daughter. Yukon, May 22, 1928, 17 Dead—

Silas Honaker, from over the mountains in Virginia, had worked prior to May 1928, in the Yukon Mines at Susanna. He put out a crop early and left his family at home to care for it while he went back to the West Virginia coalfields to earn some money. Fullen, his son, had reached manhood, had a sweetheart, a pretty country girl, over in Abbs Valley. Fullen wanted to earn money and maybe marry his girl in the fall or earlier if possible. Father and son came to Yukon and asked for a job. They were told that none was available, but maybe in a day or two an opening would come, maybe on the night shift. Silas and Fullen stayed at the clubhouse since they had walked over the mountain and down Big Creek, a long day’s walk from home over a rocky road. Each day they went to the superintendent and inquired and on the fifth day they were hired for the night shift, to load coal. Another young man named Paul King was at the same hiring with the Honakers. They were told to see the mine foreman for assignment and catch the man trip in at 7:30 p.m. for the night’s work. A motor pulled mine cars on which the men could also ride to the work headings.

Two coal cutting machine crews went in hours ahead of the loaders to make the cuts and shoot down the coal then leave when their work was done. Audie Lowe and Bernard Shamblin were on one cutting machine and George Miller and William Sayers were on the other machine in another room some distance away. Audie Lowe was the son-in-law of George Miller, but they preferred not to work as a team because of their family relations.

At about 7:45 p.m., the motor was crawling toward the heading when the mine blew up. All the men on the cars were blown several feet away, burned to a crust, and some badly mangled. Two men were not thrown from the cars, but the sheet of flame charred them both. Devastation roared down the main entry of No. 1 Mine wrecking everything and causing slate to fall, blocking the haulageways and tracks. All air courses, brattrices, stops, and overcasts were blown out completely disrupting the flow of air. Sixty men were in the mine at the time, but 17 were in Mine No. 2 parallel to No. 1 and died immediately. Forty-three escaped uninjured.

Poor Fullen Honaker, with his youthful hopes and faith in his father’s invulnerability, never knew what hit him. Not one of the 17 were killed by afterdamp or asphyxiation. All died instantly. One second they were alive; the next second they were dead!

Yukon—also called Susanna—had no telephones. Word traveled as fast as a man could go by foot, horseback, or ride a train on its own time. A passenger train came up daily from the main line Norfolk & Western at Iaeger 17 miles down Dry Fork River, and ran miles farther upstream to Squire near the Virginia line. It uploaded mail, produce, fresh meat, chickens, etc., at each little place on its way. To get news in or out by train was a poor process. Roads were unpaved and spring rains had left them impassable for an automobile. When the mine blew, the N&W station agent tapped out the news to a Bluefield station who in turn notified the Bluefield Daily Telegraph. Welch got the news in a similar manner. A reporter from the Welch Daily News attempted to take a car into Susanna by the way of Coalwood which required the crossing of two mountains. He barely beat walking time. Rescue crews set to work immediately to penetrate the mine despite ripped out brattices and fallen slate. Blackdamp stalled efforts until brattices were strung. By midnight they reached the wrecked man trip to find 13 dead men. There should have been 14 but Paul King decided he did not want to work at Yukon. Therefore, he lived to smile about his decision. At daylight the rescue crews found the last four dead men. One machine crew, Sayers and Miller, was burned almost past recognition, and it was assumed that their machine had set off the blast. The last two found, Lowe and Shamblin, machineman, were not so badly charred. By daybreak all the bodies were laid side by side at the machine shop, set up as an improvised morgue.

May 24 dawned pretty and the bodies were laid outside the machine shop so that the two morticians from War, a town one mile above Susanna, could prepare the bodies. Some onlookers watched them open the veins of the corpses, drain off their blood in small vessels before pumping the embalming fluid into their bodies. The blood was taken to a spot near a slate pile and poured into small pits dug by helpers and then covered with dirt and shale. The morticians in turn washed the bodies as much as could be washed over with burnt flesh, and dressed them in suits or suitable attire for burial. The coffins were not on hand immediately but soon arrived on the baggage coach of the “short dog” passenger train. After all the bodies were prepared and coffined, they were carried by miners and helpers down the railroad track to the company store where relatives could claim them and have them shipped to their destinations. Today the mine is no more. The drift mouth is covered over and piles of gob lie around with weeds trying to find some growing substance. The town is no longer company owned, but individuals have bought the houses and made them into better looking places to live. Some are fenced and flowers grow in abundance. The once big company store and office building is now a furniture store owned by individuals. The mine is history and only a few old-timers remember the three tragedies that happened there. [Dillon’s book describes two other fatal accidents at the Yukon Mines. They were 15 Dec 1917, which killed 18, and 28 Mar 1924, which killed 24.]

List of dead, Yukon, 1928. Joshua Boyhin, John Bravin, John Brown, William Fields, Enoch Holland, Fullen Honaker (son of Silas), Silas Honaker, Reed Johnson, Audie Lowe, Joe Maliski, George Miller, William Sayers, J. Bernard Shamblin, Will Wade, James Wakely (fire boss), Mack Weaver, Earl Willkinson.

He married, first, Cordelia Hess (also seen as Cordilla) 11 Nov 1902 in Russell Co., Va. Born 8 Aug 1882. Died of childbirth complications 7 Jul 1905. Buried in Fullen Hess Cem., River Mountain section, Lebanon, Va. Children:

i. Fullen[6]. Born 1904. Died 22 May 1928 in a coal mine accident along with his father.ii. Unnamed daughter. Stillborn 7 Jul 1905. Buried with her mother.

He married, second, Visa Mae Miller, daughter of Henry D. Miller and Mahala Jane Griffith. Born 14 Apr 1891 in Russell County. Died 26 Nov 1967 in Riveria Beach, Md. Buried in Glen Haven Cem., Glen Burnie, Md.

Unknown newspaper and date: Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. Visa Miller Honaker Hess, age 76, in Glen Burnie, Md., on Nov. 29, at the Singleton Funeral Home by a Baptist Minister. Mrs. Hess died Nov. 26. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Morris Crawford, Glen Burnie, Md., Mrs. Frank Myers, Lucasville, Ohio, Mrs. Taze Hess and Mrs. Charmie Honaker, Baltimore, Md., five sons, Burke Honaker, Robert, Wilas Honaker and Loyd Hess, Baltimore, Carl S. Honaker, Harrisburg, and three sisters, Mrs. Walter Honaker, Parksville, Ky., Mrs. Earl Miller, Richlands, Va., Mrs. J.K. Miller, Honaker, four brothers, Burke Miller, Shade Miller, Honaker, Ira Hess, Lebanon, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her husband Rev. H.D. Hess preceded her in death two years ago. She was a former resident of Honaker and River Mt. section of Lebanon.

In 2014, Visa Mae’s daughter Lois wrote the following article for Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 2014. It was based on an earlier article by her grandson Bobby Lee Honaker’s wife Debbie. Lois said she was “now 86 years old and getting tired, but I do have my memories.”

Walk a Mile in Her ShoesVisa Mae Miller (Honaker) (Hess) was born in Russell Co., Va., on April 14, 1891 to Henry D. Miller and

Mahala Jane Griffith. At the age of sixteen she married a widower, Silas Honaker. They married October 1907 in Russell Co., Va. He had one son, Fullen Honaker, by his previous wife. To the union of Silas and Visa was born eleven children. One child died as a baby. In 1928 Silas and his son Fullen were killed in a mine explosion, leaving Visa with ten children to raise by herself (the youngest being me. I was only a month and three days old). With the help of her two brothers, Madison Burke Miller and John A. Hess, she raised all these children.

She and my dad Silas had bought a 289-acre farm. Along with her share that she inherited from her parents, she bought out the shares of her siblings. After my father got killed, she kept several milk cows and had a thriving business of selling fresh milk. She had no refrigeration, no telephone, no TV, no plumbing and no running water. The fresh milk was kept in a small house called “the spring house,” with water running from a spring in the hillside. My niece, Darleen, and I would take a tablespoon and go dip the cream from the milk until my mother caught us and she reminded us the cream from the top of the milk would be used to make our butter and the rest of the milk would be put into ten-gallon containers and loaded onto a two-wheel cart which the older boys would wheel to the roadside for pickup to be sold.

Mom also planted wheat, corn, tobacco, beans and potatoes each spring. Anything to support these ten children she did. Several people wished to adopt one or two of these children; she would always say “No, I will try to keep them all together and if I cannot, then I will put them in good homes.” Well, she kept us all together, gave all the children a high school education that would take it, and two of my brothers had two years of college. Our first years of school were taught in a one-room schoolhouse. No bus service. We walked three and a half miles to and from school. No snow days or teacherconference days. In winter, my brothers would make tracks for me to follow them in snow.

Mom lived during the time when people would grind their own home-grown wheat to make flour. They also would grind the home-grown corn to make cornmeal. Her brother, John Hess, had a grinding mill. Mom made cornbread and baked it over coals in an open fireplace. When the bread cooled, she crumbled it into milk and put it in the spring house to soak all day, and that would be our supper that night. I used to envy children at school bringing peanut butter and jelly sandwishes for lunch and I was having homemade biscuits and homemade apple butter. Now I realize what a good sandwich that was.

Mom and we awoke each morning to the sound of roosters crowing before daybreak each day. The boys did the chores of milking the cows and feeding the animals. When it was time to plant the crops, the boys would go to the fields to help with the planting. Mom and the girls would cook the meals, wash the dishes and clean the house. Monday was wash clothes day and ironing was Tuesday, and everything got ironed, even sheets and towels. During the summer, Wednesday and Thursday were preparing food for canning in Ball glass jars. All vegetables from the garden were canned, and all fruits and berries that were pickled from fruit trees and vines. Later, when my two brothers were in college, they bought my mother a gasoline-operated washing machine. Before that, every washing was done with a big tub and washboard. We always had clean clothes to wear, never new, but either hand-me-downs or mom would order a large box of clothes from some company and alter them to fit all of us so we felt we got new clothes. My first new dress, I got when I was eighteen and ready to get married.

The men would work in the fields until 11 a.m., at which time they came in for their lunch, which was called dinner back then. After dinner they would rest until 1 p.m. and listen to the radio, often Grand Ole Opry—remember, they had no TV, and radio was battery operated. Their time in the field ended at 6 p.m. I remember riding the haystaks off the field. My Uncle Burke would stick a pitchfork in the small stack of hay and hitch the horse to the stack and I would hold onto the pitchfork handle and ride the haystack off the hill. These small stacks were put into a large stack to feed the cattle during the winter months. My brothers used to make a huge hole in the bottom and my Niece Darleen and I would go in and make a play house until mom caught us and told us the hay was to feed the cattle and we must stay out of it. We wondered how she knew we had been playing in it. We found out it was from straw in our hair, so we started taking a comb with us to comb our hair before we went in the house, but my mother was smart. She used another angle to keep us from doing that. She told us the danger of it, the stack might collapse and smother us to death. This really scared us, so we stopped playing in the haystack.

All food was raised on the farm. I cannot remember my mother buying anything in the food line except coffee. They even made molasses from sugar cane for sweetening. I remember the old mule going round and round the big pan that had sugar cane in it to make the molasses. We children would later have taffy pulls and make pulls of taffysticks from it. At hog butchering time, mother’s brothers Burke and John would butcher the hogs and she and the girls would work up the meat for either canning or salting down to put in the smokehouse for later use. She told me that one time they had the fire going in a barrel to dip the body of the hog in to scald the hair off it. I ran out with no coat and no shoes on to watch them. Uncle John yelled to her that I was out there, and her reply was “If she gets cold she will come in; otherwise just leave her there.” My neice and I were to gather the hen eggs from the barn every evening. Very often we would put our hand in on a blacksnake getting the eggs. He would just crawl away and never bother us.

Mom and dad donated a section of their land for a high school to be built in River Mountain section of Lebanon, Va. This land had belonged to the Miller family for over 200 years. Thus the school was named Miller High School. Unfortunately, the school didn’t survive long, due to the lack of children in attendance. Oneeda Campbell was the only teacher the school ever had.

Besides being wife, mother, farmer and storekeeper, mom was also a midwife. She was a midwife for 34 years, turning in her license on Mar. 19, 1953. I have a copy of her certificate of retirement. My sisters and I figured she delivered about 700 children. Men would come by horseback and get her to deliver their children. She never got money for this. Instead, she took anything the family could give her in the way of food to feed her children. I remember once when this man came to get her and she picked up her little black satchel. I was very young at the time. I asked her where she was going. She told me she was going to take a baby to this couple and I asked her if I could see it before she took it.

She was the person that delivered my husband, Abraham Taze Hess, to his parents Robert and Margaret (Honaker) Hess, in 1925. Her son James Louis was killed in an accident in 1941, and the next baby she delivered was named Louie. The local doctor called her one time to help in the delivery of a baby near her home. She met and helped in the delivery. They had trouble getting the baby to cry, so my mother told him to blow his breath into the baby’s mouth. He picked up a gauze to put over the baby’s mouth, and my mother said, “no, no. Give me the baby and she breathed in its mouth several times and the baby cried. Could this have been the start of CPR that we know today?

During the time of raising these children--her own ten and helping to raise six grandchildren, three from the death of my sister Grace and three from my brother Burke McCoy (their mother leaving them), my mother also had grocery stores from time to time. One was at what we call the “old homeplace” in Russell Co., Va.; one near Valley View Church near Honaker, Va.; and one in the Ball Building in Honaker.

Oh! Christmas time, we always had a real large cedar tree. It was put up in the room we did not use often. We called it the parlor. Wekids would make all the trimmings, popcorn strng on twine, paper strips pasted together with pastewe made, sycamore balls covered with Reynolds aluminum when mom could afford to buy Reynolds wrap, and small pine cones. We always got a zinc bucket of chocolate drops that mom ordered from Montgomery Ward, plenty of fruits and nuts, and maybe one small gift depending on the money situation. One year, mom gave me a paperback book, five pages long with the story of the three bears. Oh, how I wish I had kept that book. If we got a gift wrapped in Christmas paper, we could not destroy the paper. It was folded and saved for the next year.

In 1935, my mother married Henry David Hess and they had one son, Lloyd Baxter Hess, who now lives in Florida. In 1957, Visa and Henry sold the farm, the stores and all other properties, and moved to Maryland where most of her married children were living. At the time of her death, she was living with my brother, Robert Howard Honaker in Pasadena, Md.

Growing Up On the Farm(Through the eyes of a child)

My name is Lois Marie Day, maiden name was Honaker, I am the daughter of Silas Burke Honaker and Visa Mae (Miller) Honaker Hess. My parents had eleven children, one sister (Mary Sue) died as a baby, the other ten children were brought up on a farm in River Mountain Section, nine miles outside of Lebanon, Va. There is a section of my life as a baby that I cannot fill in. My mother told me I was born in Honaker, Va., and she even showed me the house I was born in. The only way I can account for this Mom and Dad moved back to Honaker when she was pregnant with me. They must have done this in order for my father and his son Fullen by a previous marriage to get work in the coal mines. They did go to work in the mines and that is where they both lost their lives. (This story is written elsewhere.)

Mother said at the age of two I had not began to walk and she was really getting worried about it. They determined that I had the rickets (that was the definition at that time.) Twenty one years ago I had heart surgery, two valves replaced and the surgeon in Baltimore thinks I had rheumatic fever, (what they were calling rickets) and that caused the valves to deteriorate. After two years of worrying, my mother said something just told her to take me to the farm, she moved and the same day she got me there, I pulled up to a chair and walked around it. She said she only fed me soft foods until I got my strength back the basic food was biscuits soaked in coffee. That began my life on the farm. This is just some of the things that happened to me on that farm.

My mother helped to raise six of her grandchildren. My brother Burke McCoy’s wife left him with three small children and my sister Grace died in childbirth with kidney infection leaving four small children, but the baby she gave birth to died in two weeks of her death. She died in 1932 so I was only four years old. I can remember climbing the stairs with my mother in the morgue. They had Grace on a gurney in the hallway with a sheet over her, my mother had to identify the body. Before her death I can remember her coming to mom’s house at the old home place to get a bucket of milk for her, her husband and children. I would cry to go home with her to play with her children, she picked me up on her left hip and carried me and the bucket of milk to her house across a hill near our house.

With all these children around about my own age, cousins coming in to visit and neighborhood children coming to visit (it was anywhere between half mile and mile between neighbors) I always had some children to play with.

Mom never had to worry about us children together. We could be gone all day and she would not worry, she would always tell the boys, “You boys watch after the girls” we smaller children never had many chores to do, they were left up to the older children. I shall always remember the story my mother told me about the day she spent canning and when dad got home she told him the old sow (female hog) was sick and he had better see if he could find out what was wrong. He comes in and asks her what she was doing that day and she told him canning vegetable. And what kind he asked, she had pickled beets and canned them. What did you do with the juice that was left he asked. She told him she put it in the hogs tray. He laughed and told her the old sow would be fine next morning, maybe a hangover, she was drunk. I was always fond of that story.

Growing up the hills and buildings always looked so huge, going back now, they are as small as ant hills and houses small enough to put in a doll house.

I had one niece, my sister Grace’s daughter, that was just about my age and she and I could get into so much mischief. Her name was Darleen, we were as close as twins. My mother was of Primitive Baptist religion, they only had their church services once a month. Darleen and I would sit in the back pew of the church and we would really get bored, because those ministers could talk for hours. After awhile we would start giggling, my mother’s head would turn and we knew we had better shut up, but we couldn’tl oops!! Here comes my mother down the aisle of the church, she takes both of us outside, gets a little switch off a tree and swatted us across the legs a couple of times, we didn’t giggle anymore. I am sure it hurt her more than it did us. I can still hear her say, “if you go to hear a dog bark, you listen until it stops barking.” I have pictures of that old church called Miller Hill Church with three of my brothers sitting on the steps. It has since been boarded up.

When my grandmother Mahala got sick, Mom would take me to see her, I would climb upon her bed and ask if I could play with Frankie and Johnny, this was two real small porcelain dolls, someone had broken the arms off of them, but I loved them. Grandma would say, “Well go and get them” into the parlor I would go and climb up to shelf where she kept them, played with them until we left. She told my mother, “When I die she must get those dolls” she died in 1934. I got the dolls and still have them.

I still have the cast iron stove that my niece Darleen and I played with so much, it is just a small toy, but we would build a playhouse underneath the front porch of our house, we would cut up apples, put them in a small kettle, start a fire in that little stove and try to cook apples. We could easily have caught the house on fire. Oh so dangerous.

Just on the other side of the porch was the cellar, it was closed off, had a dirt floor and bins all around the walls. In the winter these bins held apples, potatoes and onions with straw packed over them to keep them from freezing. You would think there would be lots of rats and mice in there, not so. But there was always black snakes to control them. Over in one corner would be a large crock pot. Just my mother preparing saur kraut from sliced cabbage, she would put one layer of cabbage and a layer of pickling salt, repeated this until the crock was full and then packed it down with cheese cloth on top and wooden lid next, followed by a large stone on top. It took several days to prepare the saur kraut, but it was really good.

We small children loved to get together and go to local river (Clinch River, I think). The boys had put a long rope from a tree, put a car tire on the end and we would swing out over the water and drop off into the water. Another dangerous thing to do.

My brother James Louis, which was two years older than me, would climb on a top rail of the tobacco barn and turn two flips and land on a bunch of straw. Darleen and I thought we can do that. She tried first, turned one flip and landed perfect. Now its my turn, I jump, turn no flips and when I landed I hit my eye against my knee and my eye started swelling immediately. We had no refrigeration, so there was no ice to put on it, my stepsister Ruth took a table knife, ran it under a stream of water outside the house and put it on my eye. My mothers reply was, “If she had not been doing that, it would not have happened.”

There was a small hill outside of our kitchen, my mother told me of the time my Uncle John brought the wagon in filled with corn to be shucked, I ran to greet him and fell down, rolled under the wagon wheel and did not even get one broken bone.

We had lots of snakes, black snakes and garter snakes and was taught not to be afraid of them. I saw one that swallowed a frog, all except the hind legs and I called my mother to come look, I found a snake with legs.

My Uncle Burke Miller was my idol, he was the only dad I ever knew, he always helped mother on the farm when she was raising all these children. He nicknamed me “Locus Ma Lickous” I was only about three years old and I climbed on top of the tool shed (a building where all the farm tools were kept) and was sitting straddled the roof, which is an A-shaped roof with wooden shingles for a roof. My mother gets excited and was about ready to yell at me. Uncle Burke told her not to yell, that she would scare me and I would fall, he comes over in front of building and asks me to jump into his arms, which I did. I think I got a good spanking for that one.

We only had an open fire place for heat, it was in the living room and there was two regular size beds in that room. We children all slept upstairs, my mom would heat flat irons, wrap them in a towel and put at our feet at night to get us warm. But oh those quilts which was hand quilted and those feather beds made from goose down and duck down were

so comfortable. I had a small window in the wall over my bed and many nights the window would blow open and I would wake up to snow on my bed. It just served as another blanket.

The fire place was also used to do some of the cooking, a cast iron kettle hanging over the open fire with what mom called mush, taste just like the grits today. Cornbread baked in cast iron pan underneath the kettle. We girls were always warned not to get to close to fireplace, we might catch our dress on fire. This happened to a neighborhood girl and she burned to death. I remember staying the night at the neighbors house, they prayed and sang all night long. When someone passed away the bodies were kept at the house, not in the funeral home. Funeral director would take the body, prepare it for viewing and bring it back to the home where it was kept two or three days until the ministers would get their sermon prepared. Bodies were then buried in the family Cem..

My mother decided it was time to get us children involved in the Bible and going to Sunday School. We walked about one mile to the river, if the water was low we would walk across on the rocks, if the water was high, we had a cousin who lived on the other side of river that would come and get us in a row boat. We then walked about another mile to the school house where the minister held Sunday School, this was in Chestnut Ridge area. There was never many children attending, but the school teacher decided to have a contest to see what child could remember the most Bible verses. My mother said she would help me, so she picked out the shortest verses in the Bible for me to memorize. I won the contest and got my first teddy bear with real fuzz, I still have that teddy bear.

We children never had very many toys, mom could not afford them. My dolls were always made from rags, but we played with our toys until we were in our teens, now the girls play with their Ipods, computers, telephones or even real live male dolls. When I was about six years old, my stepbrother and his wife gave me a doll that opened and closed its eyes. I named her Madge and that was the only doll I ever got like that. But when I was seven years old, I got sent to a neighbors house and when I returned home there was a real live doll (my Brother Lloyd) but oh my stepfather had different ideas, I could not hold the baby unless someone assisted me. But I did get to love over him and I still love him.

Ironing of the clothes day was always on Tuesday, the older girls always did the ironing. We had a bench behind the table in the kitchen and my sisters would iron on a towel on the table. The irons were flat irons heated on a wood stove. I was told that one day I climbed on the bench to watch my sister iron and pulled the hot iron down on my foot, took the skin all the way to the bone, I still have the scar. My burn was treated at home.

We did not go to hospital or to a doctors office for every little thing. Thank God for Vick’s Salve, our fevers, head colds, chest colds and any type of cold was treated with Vick Salve. But mom did put a steamed onion poultice wrapped in cheesecloth on our chest if we were really congested.

I can remember clearly the days mom had quilting bees. The feed companies put out sacks of feed in colored or designed patterns. These quilt tops were sewed in all types of patterns on a machine and the bottom was usually flannel material and cotton was put in middle of these to make the quilt heavier. The quilting frames were hung from the ceiling by rope. The frames were made of two inch strips of wood about the length of a regular size quilt, there was four of them. These frames were sanded down smooth so the ladies would not get splinters in their hands as they rolled the quilt up. Much like the quilting frames today except they were not on frames on the floor. On a quilting bee day several neighbors would come in and the ladies would quilt all day, sometimes completing one quilt in one day. Most of the quilt was quilted in a fan design with a piece of chalk to mark the next part of the fan. I could sit on the laps of the women and mark the next line for them. While this was going on the men would be shearing sheep, they put the wool from the sheep in bags to be sold to companies to make wool supplies.

Our pets were never allowed in the house, we had several cats and dogs. Dogs were mostly beagles that the older boys would hunt with. But we always had one collie dog because they were so gentle with children. My stepfather did have a pet groundhog one year. We named him Billie, he was allowed the run of the house. He would never bother any of us children except my one niece. Her name was Billie Dove and he would always chase her up onto a chair. My stepfather fed him peanuts all the time.

When cold weather came, it was time to butcher hogs. All the meat was used for either making sausage or hanging up in smoke house to be salted down so it would not spoil. The older children always helped mom prepare the meat, sometimes I was allowed to turn the handle of the machine to make the sausage.

We always kept a lot of chickens, this was part of the Sunday meal every week. An adult would either wring the neck off or use an ax to cut the head off. Children were not allowed to eat at the table with the adults all the time especially on the Sunday that the minister visited. We never got the breast of the chicken. That was for the minister. The basic rule was children are to be seen and not heard. That is why today I get very upset when I hear a child speak back to their mother or father.

We always had three or four honey bee hives on the farm, the adult would put on their protection gear (an outfit covering them from head to toe, even their face) and extract the honey from these bee hives about every year or two depending on how well the clover bloomed that year (clover was the main flower they lived to produce golden rich honey) so good on hot buttered biscuits. They used a hand blower to make the bees dormant. This blower was two pieces of tin with bellows on the back side. They would put burlap or pine needles inside and working the bellows produced a smoke that made

the bees dormant. When they extracted the honey, it was put into glass jars along with the honey comb and sold to local stores.

My mother would never let us go barefooted until the first of May each year, even if the month of April was real warm. I was determined I was going barefoot the last of April one year, so I purposely stepped on a honey bee so it would sting me and my foot would swell so large that I could not wear my shoes. Hey! This worked but then it backfired. My mom would always take either Darleen or me to watch after Lloyd when she had to go into town. I wanted to do this, but mom said, “No, you can’t wear your shoes.” Guess I learned from that. Mom always knows best.

My how things have changed, but oh the memories of growing up on the farm.

Children:

199. iii. Bessie Belle. Born 5 Jul 1908 in Honaker, Va. ix. Mary Sue. Born 8 May 1918. Died 22 Aug 1918. Buried in Henry Miller Cem., Rt. 64, River

Mountain section of Russell Co., Va.514. x. Robert Howard. Born 1 Aug 1921.515. xi. Silas. Born 9 Jan 1924.

xii. James Louis (called Louie). Born 23 Jan 1926. He was accidentally shot and killed 26 Jun 1941. Buried in Henry Miller Cem., Rt. 64, River Mountain section of Russell Co., Va. In 2006, his sister Lois Marie (Honaker) Day told the story of his death.

“The day this happened, my mother Visa Mae and my brother Burke McCoy and Louis had gone to buy a suit for Louis to graduate in. We children would always change clothes

when we got back from anyplace. Mom always said we had to keep our good clothes clean for the next trip we took. Burke and Louis had gone upstairs to change clothes. Louis had a gun underneath his pillow, but it had no bullets in it and there was another gun behind the battery operated radio sitting on the table. The firing pin on it was supposed to be broken. Louis pulled the gun from underneath his pillow, pointed it at Burke, and said ‘I got you,’ and pulled the trigger. Of course, having no bullets, it was okay. Burke pulled the gun from behind the radio and said, ‘You just think you do.’ The gun fired and that was the terrible accident that happened. Burke and mom rushed him to Lebanon Hospital nine miles away, but back then they did not know how to repair an artery and the artery in his shoulder was where the bullet went. All the siblings gathered to donate blood but the bleeding was all going inside and they could not save him. Lloyd, Sam and myself were left at the house. Sam had a bad foot injury from chopping wood and Lloyd and I were too small to really realize what was going on.”516. xiii. Lois Marie. Born 19 Apr 1928.

In 1935, Visa Mae married Henry David Hess and had one son, Lloyd Baxter Hess, b. 20 Dec 1935. Lloyd married Faye Bates and in 2005 lived in Florida. Lloyd and Faye had one child, Lynn Marie Hess. Lynn married Lee Collison, lived in Davidsonville, Md., and had two daughters, Sarah and Christina, who were teenagers in 2005.

200. Nannie NMN[5] Honaker (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Aug 1890. Died 11 Dec 1963. Buried in Hillsboro [Ohio] Cem.. Her husband William Millard Hess was born in Russell Co., Va. Buried in Matheney Cem., Tip Top, Tazewell Co., Va. He was a farmer and a section worker for the Norfolk & Western Railroad. All of the 14 children in their family were born in Tip Top, Tazewell Co., Va.

201. Jesse Burke[5] Honaker (Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Apr 1891. Died 8 Aug 1945. He married Dora Katherine Taylor, daughter of Emily Taylor and Will Stump. Children:

i. Pearl Elizabeth[6]. [Taylor] Born 18 Sep 1914 in Honaker, Va. She married Clarence N.[6] Honaker (Martin[1]) and her descendants continue under his listing.

ii. Beulah Hester. Born 15 Dec 1917 in Honaker, Va. Died 17 Jun 2008 in Honaker. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 18 Jun 2008 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Jun 2008 (with photograph): Mrs. Beulah Honaker Thompson Rogers, age 90, of Honaker, Va.,

passed away Tue., June 17, 2008 at the home of her sister, Alma Martin, in Honaker. Born Dec. 15, 1917 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Jessee B. and Dora Taylor Honaker. She had spent most of her life in the Honaker, Bucyrus, Ohio and Key West, Fla. areas. She was a member of the Gospel Church in Key West. In addition to her parents, she was

preceded in death by her husbands, Kyle Thompson and James Rogers; sisters Pearl Honaker, Margaret Randolph, and Lola Garrett; and one brother, Willard Honaker. Survivors include two sisters, Anna Hess and husband, Dan, and Alma Martin and husband, Douglas, all of Honaker; and two brothers, Robert Honaker and wife Mavis, of Honaker, and Ralph Honaker and wife, Judy, of Bucyrus, Ohio; one sister-in- law, Ruth Honaker of Bucyrus, Ohio; step-daughter, Ruth Walker and husband, Eddie, of Key West; one special niece, Linda McGlothlin and her husband, Keith and children, Kayla and Morgan McGlothlin; several additional nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Chris Musick officiating. Interment followed in Russell [Memorial] Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Randy Martin, Gary Martin, Keith McGlothlin, Todd Fry, Randall Hess, and Larry Honaker.

She married, first, Kyle L. Thompson 8 Feb 1941. Died 4 Jan 1972 in Key West, Fla. She married, second, Malcolm Russ 22 Nov 1978. Died 9 Apr 1979 in Key West, Fla. She married,

third, Wayne Fields 19 Apr 1991. She married, fourth, James Rogers. She had no children.

iii. Lola Mae. Born 19 Sep 1919 in Honaker, Va. Died 31 Dec 2001 at the home of her sister Alma in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 2 Jan 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 9 Jan 2002: Honaker—Mrs. Lola M. Musick Garrett, 82, passed away Mon., Dec. 31, 2001, at the home of her sister, Alma Martin. Born Sept. 15, 1919, in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late [Jesse] B. and Dora Taylor Honaker. She had spent her early life in the Honaker area and had spent her adult life in Bucyrus, Ohio, Key West, Fla., and Honaker. She was a member of Wayside Chapel in Bucyrus. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Garrett was preceded in death by her husbands, Jimmy O. Musick and Richard Garrett; and two sisters, Pearl Honaker and Margaret Randolph. Survivors include three sisters, Beulah Rogers of Key West and Alma Martin and Anna Hess, both of Honaker; three brothers, Willard Honaker and Ralph Honaker, both of Bucyrus and Robert Honaker of Honaker; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Gerald Lester, Pastor Larry Brooks and Rev. Chris Musick officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon. Pallbearers will be Randy Martin, Gary Martin, Keith McGlothlin, Todd Fry, Terry Honaker and Randall Hess. Friends may call at Honaker Funeral Home from 6 until 9 p.m. Wednesday.

She married, first, Jimmie Odell Musick 12 Jul 1946. Born 11 Mar 1923 in Honaker. Died 14 Sep 1989 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. She married, second, Richard L. Garrett 20 May 1990. Born 1926. Died 26 Dec 1993 in Russell County. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon. He brought two children to the marriage, Teena Garrett and Michael Aaron Garrett. Lola had no children with either of her husbands.

532. ix. Anna Louise. Born 31 Mar 1930 in Honaker, Va.

203. Henry Russell[5] Honaker (Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Children:

vi. Wallace William. Born 29 Mar 1921 in Bristol, Tenn. Died 3 May 2003 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Cedar Grove Cem., presumably Bristol, Tenn.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 5 May 2003: Bristol, Tenn.—Wallace W. Honaker, 82, of 1207 Florida Ave., Bristol, Tenn. went to be with the Lord Sat., May 3, 2003, in

the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Mr. Honaker was born on Mar. 29, 1921, in Bristol, Tenn., to the late

Henry Russell and Eddie Ball Honaker. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran having served in World War II. Mr. Honaker attended the Walker Mountain Baptist Church and was a former

employee of Enterprise Black Diamond. Mr. Honaker was preceded in death by two sisters, Ola Phipps and Faris Honaker; and three brothers, Carl, Clyde and Claude Honaker. Mr. Honaker is survived by one brother, Joe Honaker of Bristol, Va.; several nieces and nephews; and one very special friend, Hazel Rickson. Funeral service will be held Tue., May 6, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Billy Denton and Rev.

Donald Denton officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedar Grove Cem. with military honors to be rendered by the Patton-Crosswhite VFW Post 6975. Pallbearers will be Billy Balthis, Charles Balthis, David Balthis, Gene Dishner, Bill Fauver, Mark Fauver, George Fields and Buddy Gilbert. Honorary pallbearers will be Hobart McReynolds, Claude Wingo, Deward Hatcher, Carl Jackson and special friends. The family will receive friends Monday evening 6 until 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home. The family would like to say a special thanks to [Cardiac Intensive Care Unit] doctors and nurses at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Online condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He married Katie Louise Brewer.

205. Mary Florence[5] Honaker (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Silas Henry Thompson, son of Alderson J. Thompson and Ellen Wyatt. Born 8 May 1880. Died 25 Jul

1951 in Mercer Co., W.Va.

206. Minnie Appolis[5] Honaker (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 6 Aug 1916. Buried in Honaker-Ray Cem., Rt. 723, Russell Co., Va. In 2001, her sister Rose Myrtle (Honaker) Stinson said that she believed that their mother Catherine had been fascinated by the name of the City of Minneapolis and named Minnie accordingly.

She married Arthur Dallas[5] (Martin[1]) Stinson (called Jack), son of Nancy Dickenson Honaker and William Robert Stinson.

207. Morgan Thomas[5] Honaker (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died in Hurleyville, Sullivan Co., N.Y.Richlands [Va.] News-Press, 17 Jun 1987: Mrs. Ruby Agnes Honaker, 87, of Honaker, died June 12 in a Richlands

hospital. Born in Russell County, she was the daughter of the late Edgar and Eva Dickenson Boyd. She attended the First Baptist Church of Honaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morgan Honaker, and son, Edgar Elias Honaker. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Frances Rider of Neversink, N.Y.; Mrs. Ruth Gillespie of Richlands, and Mrs. Mildred Stewart of Liberty, N.Y.; six sons, Bill E. Honaker of Lebanon, Ralph Honaker of Richlands, Claude Honaker of Honaker, Roland Honaker of Woodbourne, N.Y., Robert Honaker of Liberty, W.Va., and Paul Honaker of an address unknown; and 35 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were June 15 at 2 p.m. at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker with Rev. Lawrence Harrison and Elders Richard Farthing, Wayne Keene and Randy Barton officiating. Burial was in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill.

208. James Monroe[5] Honaker (called Monroe) (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

ii. Emmett NMN (called Em). Born 16 Jul 1923 in Bluefield, W.Va. Died 28 Jul 2006 at Riverside Regional Medical Center, Newport News, Va. Buried in Peninsula Memorial Park Cem., Newport News, Va. He was among the first occupation troops to enter Japan after its surrender in

World War II.Daily Press, Hampton, Va., 30 Jul 2006 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 2 Aug 2006: Hampton—Emmett Honaker, 83, died Fri., July 28, 2006. He was a native of Honaker,

Va., and had been a resident of Hampton for the past 49 years. Mr. Honaker worked for the [Norfolk & Western] Railroad for six years, then joined the [Chesapeake & Ohio] Railroad, where he worked in the Marine Department for 27 years. An Army veteran of World War II, he served with the 108th Engineer Combat Battalion. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Monroe Honaker and Bessie Ellen Bales Honaker; and three brothers, Efner Kenneth Honaker, Elesta Bernard Honaker and Bufford Irlan Honaker. Mr. Honaker is survived by his wife, Lucille Honaker; a sister, Imegene Honaker Compton; a brother, Rev. Donald Honaker; and many nieces and nephews, especially Lynda Havener and her husband, Bob. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday evening in Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tue., Aug. 1, in the funeral home. The Rev. Donald Honaker will officiate. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Memorials may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society. The family would like to extend their appreciation to the doctors and nursing staff of 5-West, [Intravenous] Therapy and Respiratory at Riverside Regional Medical Center for their care and compassion.

After Em’s death, his brother Don said that he was a friend to everyone he knew, and showed kindness toward all the animals he came in contact with. He loved to feed the

birds and made sure they were fed daily. One squirrel, that he called “knot-head,” would

come into his basement to take pecans directly from his hands. Through the years he had a little dog, “Misty,” that enjoyed his love and attention like it was a child. Likewise for a little kitty, “Sassy.”

A story about Em, told from the perspective of a neighbor’s dog “Ikie,” was written for Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2006, by Em’s brother Don:

Ikie’s Talethis is my story but i had to get some help to get it told. i have never been able to

read and write. it all began when my people, mom and pop, bought a home in an older

neighborhood of hampton, va. i was very young when we moved into our new home. it had a big back yard. i spent endless days investigating every corner of it and getting very excited when i discovered new vermin that got inside the fence.

within a few short months i had grown into my full size. i was now able to hold my own against about anything that ventured into my turf. of course, i was very careful

when i approached birds and animals because they might hurt me. i would give them my meanest bark and that usually made them leave.

not long after our arrival i saw this man come out of the house next door. he approached the fence that was between us and started talking to me, here puppy, here

puppy, and reached his hand over the fence. he didn’t even know my name! well, there was no way i was going to get too close. i just backed up and gave him my meanest and most furious barking that i knew how to give. he continued trying to get me to come closer but i refused. finally he went on about his business and i continued sniffing and looking for unwanted vermin.

one day the man saw mom out in the back yard and began talking to her. she picked me up and told him that this was “ikie.” he patted me gently on the head and i

smelled and licked his hand. he had a kind voice and mom let him hold me in his arms. you could tell by the gentle way he was holding me that he liked little puppies. he and mom continued to visit by the fence and she sat me down in the grass and together they watched me run around and play. we learned that his name was emmett but he wanted us to just call him “em.”

i am just an average little dog. i am about one foot tall with short white hair and brown spots on my back. when i was just a baby, the people who owned my mother took

all of my brothers and sisters and had our tails cut off, leaving only a stub. in time, mom and pop became friends with em and his wife and they would visit each other in their homes.

sometimes mom and pop would go away for a couple of days and leave me home alone. this caused me real concern because i didn’t know how to take care of

myself. who would give me my food. mom didn’t leave extra food in my dish. i might starve before they got back.

the first day they went away without me was a really fearsome experience. there i was, all alone in that big old house. i was frightened and lonely. the day was long and

the house was empty and quiet. where were they? when would they be home? i was hungry and wanted to eat. what was i going to do?

about that time i heard the front door rattle. it’s mom and pop coming home. i began barking with joy and jumping up and down. the door swung open and there was a

man standing there and it wasn’t pop. i retreated into the kitchen with my heart pounding. then the man called out, come on ikie, it’s just me, em. he came into the kitchen and picked me up into his arms. boy, was i relieved to see that it was only em. he carried me around in his arms until i settled down. he then gave me some food and water and later took time to play with me before going home. he continued taking care of me each day until mom and pop returned.

em was now my best friend. not a day went by that he did not take time to pet and visit me. one day he met me at the fence but this time he was holding something in

his hand. boy, oh boy, it was people food, and i hurredly gobbled it down. from then on, when em met me at the fence, he would have something good for me to eat. it didn’t get any better

than this! sometimes when em was slow to bring me my snack, i would sit by the fence and bark so he would know i was there waiting for him. in a little while he would appear with something for me to eat. did you think i had forgotten about you, he would ask. i wouldn’t forget little ikie. this became a daily routine with us and carried over into months and years. i had him well trained.

as i grew older, the brown spots on my back seemed to be growing larger. i also noticed that when mom picked me up, she would grunt and groan and complain about

how much i weighed. one day mom picked me up and took me out to the car and we began to drive. in a short while, she stopped the car in front of this building. we got out and went inside. there were people and their different animals inside. some animals were on leashes, others were in cages and still others were being held on their owner’s laps. after a short wait, a young woman in a white coat came into the room and called my name. mom got up with me in her arms and followed the lady into a room. the lady began to examine me.

after several minutes of poking and mashing around on me, she said that it appeared to her that ikie was in good health. however, she continued, he needs to lose a

little weight. mom and the lady talked a while and then we went to our car and returned home.the first time i noticed something had changed was when mom gave me my

supper. what’s this? hey, she made a mistake because she only filled my dish half full. i quickly gobbled it down and then begged for more. mom said, that’s all you get. you’re on a diet.

this turned into a major problem. i’m still hungry. i continue to beg for more food but mom won’t give in. i can’t live like this. what am i going to do? wait. don’t

panic, don’t panic. think! my only other source for food is em. i will just have to go to plan “e.” i will just have to let him know that he will have to start giving me more to eat. bark. bark. bark. bark! here he comes. yes! he’s got food. i hurriedly ate what he gave me and then begged for more.

you still hungry? he asked. he returned home and soon reappeared with more food. each day was the same until em finally realized that he would have to give me more

food each day.after several days of “dieting” mom allowed that it didn’t look to her like ikie

was losing much weight. it was some time later that mom figured out why ikie wasn’t losing weight. by then she decided to give up trying.

not long ago i noticed that em didn’t always come to the fence when i barked for him. sometimes he would be gone for several days in a row. he would then reappear and all would

be normal for awhile. but he started to lose weight and look really bad. what was happening to my friend?

then without notice em stopped coming out to the fence to see me. different people were coming to his house and em’s wife would get in their cars and leave with

them. sometimes she would be gone for two or three days. what’s going on? days turned into weeks and still no em. sometimes a young man who picked up em’s wife would come out to the fence when i barked and would bring me some food. still there was no sight of em.

one evening, mom got all dressed up in her best dress and then picked me up and put me in the car. she seemed very sad. she was telling me that we were going to see

em. she drove for some time before she pulled up in front of a large building. mom got out and took me in her arms and entered it. inside was a large number of people. they all stood around looking sad and were speaking in hushed tones. sitting off to one side was em’s wife and some people that i had seen coming and going from em’s house during the past few days. on the other side of the big room was a big wooden box and several people were standing and looking into it and talking.

mom, clutching me in her arms, approached the big box. she was holding me so i could see inside it. there before me was em. he was lying there with his eyes closed like

he was asleep. em, wake up, it’s me, ikie. how can he sleep with all these people in the room? em, wake up and talk to me!

it was then that i realized that something was terribly wrong and that em was not just sleeping. somehow i knew i would no longer be seeing em when i barked for him at the fence.

the other day mom was talking to me and said that she and pop had decided to buy another house and that we would be moving. i wasn’t very disappointed because this

place just wasn’t the same without em there to meet me at the fence to talk and play with me. i really miss you, em. you were my best friend.

He married Lucille NMN Hubbard (called Cil), daughter of William Birchner Hubbard (called Shorty) and Mollie Darcy Honaker, 27 Sep 1946 in Lebanon, Va. Em and Lucille

were married by the same Methodist preacher who performed the service for Em’s mother and father nearly 30 years before. Born 8 Mar 1922 in Honaker, Va. Mollie Darcy[5] was a Martin

descendant. Em and Cil had no children.

iii. Kenneth Efner (called Eff). He was a private first class with the Third Tank Battalion, 10th Armored Division.

209. Rose Myrtle[5] Honaker (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 23 May 2003 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. A commemorative page appeared about her in Honaker Family Newsletter, Apr-Jun 2003.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald-Courier, 25 May 2003 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 May 2003: Mrs. Rose Myrtle Honaker Stinson, 97, passed away Friday, May 23, 2003, in a Lebanon, Virginia hospital. Born Jan. 13, 1906, in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Elias and [Catherine] Lawson Honaker. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, she was a 1925 graduate of Honaker High School, attended Radford State Teacher’s College and taught school for five years in Russell and Buchanan Counties. She was a member of the Swords Creek Block Church, Finney Senior Citizens and Dr. McKnight’s Creative Writing Class at Southwest Virginia Community College. She was an avid short story writer and received an award in November 2002 for being the oldest student to attend Southwest Virginia Community College. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Everette Stinson; one grandchild, Jennifer Stinson; and nine brothers and sisters. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Lou Jones of Pearisburg, Va., and Jackie Childress of Honaker; four sons, Bill Stinson, Lawrence "Rabbit" Stinson and Henry Everette Stinson Jr., all of Honaker, and Ronnie Stinson of Abingdon; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Carl Robinson and Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va.Pallbearers will be Dwayne Stinson, Wayne Honaker, Mike Hughes, Treavor Drozdowski, Travis Patrick and Clee Harris.Honorary pallbearers will be Bud Williams, Carl White, Clinton McGlothlin, Miles Yates, Cheyenne Harris, Hubert Strouth, Lynn Campbell and Dr. Dwight Bailey. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Apr-Jun 2003: Honaker Matriarch PassesA senior member of the Honaker Family Association and one of our last living links with the past, Rose

Myrtle[5] (Honaker) Stinson, died Fri., 23 May 2003 in Lebanon, Va. She was 97. A daughter of Elias and Catherine K. (Lawson) Honaker and last surviving sibling of ten; widow of Henry Everett Stinson, who died in 1989; mother of six, Mary Lou, Arch Billy, Lawrence James, Henry Everett Jr., Jacqueline, and Ronald Cecil, she presided over family and regional history from the undisputedly authentic perspective of someone who’d been there.

Nobody looked forward more to attending our reunions than Rose, and we didn’t think a reunion was complete unless we saw her there. What sparkle in the eyes that had seen so much! What a life lesson for the rest of us.

Rose was a lifelong resident of the Honaker, Va., area except for a 9-year period when her parents lived at Swords Creek, Va. She grew up on her father’s farm. There she loved all the farm animals, she said, “except horses and mules.” She attended Jerusalem School in Clark Valley near Swords Creek for a year until it closed, then continued at Swords Creek School.

In 1918, the family moved back to their farm near Honaker, and Rose completed her education at Honaker High School, graduating 25 May 1925. She then attended Radford [Va.] State Teachers College for several summer sessions, qualifying for a teacher’s certificate.

She taught elementary school for six years, then married. “I quit teaching, thinking I would take it up later,” she said, “but with raising six children, there was no time. Then when the last child was through high school, there was time, but no energy.” Part of the reason there was no energy was that Rose was taking care of her mother. Rose’s husband Everett was a farmer, then a coal miner, and then a farmer again.

Her interests included reading, writing, sewing, and spending time with grandchildren and great grandchildren.

“I've had a full life without school teaching,” she said. That’s for sure. For sure.There’s no telling how far Rose could have gone as a writer given different circumstances. Her prose

combined observation with introspection. It was God-given talent, laced with dry wit and judicious word choice, delivered with expert timing. It will continue to commemorate her life, times, and personality, a fitting legacy for a unique woman.

Stories by Rose Stinson, Honaker Family Newsletter—Riding a Passenger Train, Summer 1994; My Mother’s Apron, Fall 1995; The Useless Old Tree, Summer 1997; What’s in a Name, Fall 1998; Mama and the Preacher, Winter 1998; Honaker Then and Now, May-Jun 2000; What You Don’t Know, Mar-Apr 2001; When Our Swinging Bridge Fell, Nov-Dec 2001; Father’s Bees (to be scheduled)

210. Ina Mae[5] Honaker (Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Feb 1908 in Honaker, Va. Died 14 May 1942 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Sherwood Cem., Roanoke. She graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School ca. 1927 and attended or graduated from Radford [Va.] State Teacher’s College, but never became a teacher. She was a homemaker and member of the Primitive Baptist Church. She and her husband lived near Roanoke. A story about Ina and her sister Rose, “What You Don’t Know,” written by Rose, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Mar-Apr 2001.

She married Henry Lewis Rucker, son of George Anthony Rucker and Berta Martin 24 Oct 1931 in Roanoke. Born 24 Sep 1902 in Botetourt Co., Va. Died 29 Oct 1986 in Jenkins [Ky.] Hospital. Buried in Green Acres Cem., Ermine, Ky. During his working years he was a heavy equipment welder. His last position before retirement was with Southeast Coal Company, Letcher Co., Ky. In retirement he was a small engine mechanic, repairing lawn mowers and garden tillers. He was a member of McRoberts [Ky.] Missionary Baptist Church. Child:

210. i. Margaret Carol[6] (called Ducky). Born 3 Feb 1933 in Roanoke.

211. William[5] Honaker (called Willie) (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Mar 1883 in Virginia. Died when struck by lightning 11 Jul 1912.

He married Rachel Ray (also Rhea) 3 Dec 1901 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

560. i. Dorothy Ann[6].211. ii. Clarence.211. iii. Taze.

iv. Estel. He married Mable Ball.561. v. Glen.562. vi. Willie Lee.

vii. Elizabeth. She married Unknown Newberry.viii. Lavena. She married Unknown Price.

212. Henry[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 1 Aug 1884 in Russell Co., Va. Died 19 Feb 1965 in Richlands, Buchanan Co., Va. Buried in Howard Cem., River Mountain Road, Russell County. In 1910, he and his family were enumerated in the Russell Co., Va. census.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 20 Feb 1965: Henry Honaker, 80, a retired carpenter of Honaker, Va., died Friday morning in a Richlands, Va., hospital following an illness of two weeks. Survivors include nine daughters, Mrs. Charles Taylor and Mrs. Mid Musick of Honaker, Mrs. Betty Ball of Killeen, Tex., Mrs. Marie Smith of Columbia, S.C., Mrs. Dorothy Cochran of Croton, Ohio, Mrs. E.M. Bevins of Williamson, Mrs. A.M. Frazier of Severna Park, Md., Mrs. Emanda Painter of Pearisburg, Va., and Lona Ethel Honaker of Indianapolis, Ind.; two sons, Alvin Honaker of Martinsville, Va., and Arnold Honaker with the armed services at Fort Bragg, N.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Myrtle Price and Mrs. Dora Hess of Honaker, Mrs. Fuller Yates of Lebanon, Va., and Mrs. Ada Ball of Parksville, Ky.; and seven brothers, Otis Honaker of Aberdeen, Md., Walter Honaker of Parksville, Marshall Honaker of Cincinnati, Ohio, Ollie Honaker of Cedar Bluff, Va., and Garnett, Abram and Bernie Honaker of Lebanon. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 11 a.m. at New Garden Primitive Baptist Church of Honaker, with burial to follow in Howard Cem. on River Mountain Road. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the services.

He married, first, Rosa Celia Hess (called Ciller), also reported as Priscilla Hess, 5 Sep 1906 in Russell Co., Va. Born 1876. Died 1924. Buried in Howard Cem.. Children:

212. i. Hattie Lee[6]. Born 27 Oct 1907 in Russell Co., Va.ii. Mollie Mae. Died before 2006. She married Alex M. Frazier.iii. Amanda Ethel (called Mandy). Born 17 Mar 1913 in Honaker, Va. Died 14 Dec 2008 in

Blacksburg, Va.

Roanoke [Va.] Times, 16 Dec 2008 and Virginian-Leader, Pearisburg, Va., 17 Dec 2008: Amanda Honaker Painter, 95, of the Kroontje Health Care Center in Blacksburg, Va., and formerly of Pearisburg, Va., passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 14, 2008, at

Montgomery Regional Hospital in Blacksburg, Va. Mrs. Painter was born on Mar. 17, 1913, in Honaker, Va., and was a daughter of the late Henry and Rosa Hess Honaker. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Painter; and two sisters, Mollie H. Frazier and Lee H. Taylor. Bobbie was a hairdresser and owned a shop in Pearisburg for many years and she was a member of the Pearisburg Presbyterian Church. She is survived by one sister, India Bevins, of Pikeville, Ky. She was a special aunt to Evelyn and Tommy Johnston, of Pearisburg, Erma and Jim Miller, of Hardy, Va., Tom and Emily Johnston, of Richmond, J.B. and Kristin Miller, of Roanoke, and two very special little girls, Elissa Miller and Amanda Miller, of Roanoke. Other special nieces and nephews surviving include Ruth and George Brackenrich, of Rupert, W.Va., and Patty Taylor, of Honaker, Va. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 17, 2008, at the Birchlawn Abbey in Pearisburg with the Rev. Shirley Larson officiating. Donations may be made to the Kroontje Health Care Center or the Pearisburg Presbyterian Church. Condolences can be sent to the family at givensfuneralhome.com.

She married Frank Painter. Died before 2008.212. iv. India Belle (called Inky). Born 8 May 1916 in Honaker, Va.

He married, second, Mary Ellen[6] Cook, daughter of William Arthur Cook and Louisa/Laura Honaker (Martin[1]). Born 19 Feb 1910 in Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Feb 1992 in Stanford, Ky. Buried in Clear Fork Cem., Waynesburg, Ky.

Unknown newspaper and date: Waynesburg—Mary Ellen Francis, 81, of Parksville died Sunday at Fort Logan Hospital, Stanford. Born Feb. 19, 1910, in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Laura Honaker Cook. A homemaker, she was a member of the Rose of Sharon Old Regular Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, James A. Francis; a son, Arnold Honaker of Orlando, Fla.; three daughters, Betty Ball of Jacksonville, Fla., Lona Duncan of Kansas City, Mo., and Dorothy Cochran of Croton, Ohio; three brothers, Paul Cook of Parksville, Carlos Cook of Indiana and Ernie Cook of West Virginia; five sisters, Zella Jones of Orlando and Madelaine Tolbert, Hettie Jueppin and Elaine Kennedy, all of Parksville, and Ruby Hanshock of West Virginia; [19] grandchildren; and [30] great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rose of Sharon Old Regular Baptist Church, Waynesburg, by Elder Lee Fields. Burial will be in Clear Fork Cem.. Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today at the church. Barnett-Demrow Funeral Home, Waynesburg, is in charge of arrangements.

In 2008, the living children of Henry and Mary Ellen met at the Honaker Family Association annual reunion in Lebanon, Va., seeing each other for the first time in 68 years. Their parents separated when they were very young. As was the custom at the time, they were adopted out except for Alvin, who stayed with his father. Marie and Lona were left at the Mt. Mission home, Grundy, Va. Arnold was sent to a minister who owned a farm near Centerburg, Ohio. Anna was sent to an uncle’s and lived with many other families in the Honaker, Va., area. Dorothy was taken by a Hess family in Centerburg, Ohio. Betty went with a Fuller family on nearby Chestnut Ridge, Russell Co., Va.

Children (all born in Russell Co., Va.:

212. v. Alvin Cecil. Born 8 Dec 1929.212. vi. Marie. Born 24 Feb 1931.212. vii. Arnold William. Born 27 Mar 1932 in Honaker, Va.212. viii. Anna Louise. Born 15 Aug 1933. 212. ix. Dorothy Mae. Born 25 Feb 1935 in Honaker, Va. 212. x. Betty Ruth. Born 6 Jan 1936.

xi. Lona Ethel. Born 15 Jan 1937. In 2008 she lived in Wamego, Kan. She married Unknown Duncan and had three unknown children.

213. Otis[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Feb 1886 in Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Jun 1975 in Fallston, Md. Buried in Fallston. In the 1910 census he and his family were in Honaker, Va. One of his twin daughters died when only a few months old. Shortly after, his wife Bertha suddenly disappeared under circumstances which are unclear. It was said that she may have moved to Ohio and later remarried, but no known evidence supports that. In 2005 her granddaughter, Mary Kay Smith, 888 Flat Hollow Rd., Pearisburg, VA 24134, said it was her obsession to determine what happened to Bertha and would appreciate knowing if anyone ever determines it.

He married, first, his cousin Bertha Honaker, daughter of Charles William[5] Honaker and Ella Ray (Martin[1]), 18 Dec 1902 in Russell Co., Va. Born 30 Aug 1887 in Honaker, Russell County. Children:

213. i. Jonas[6]. Born 22 Jan 1904 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. ii. Beverly (m.) Born 29 May 1906 in Honaker.

213. iii. Leona. Born 18 Nov 1908 in Honaker.213. iv. Henry Ellis. Born 8 Jul 1911 in Honaker. Died 5 Jul 1971 in Maryland. He married Mary

Gibson.v. Charley Albert. Born 15 May 1913 in Honaker. Died 11 Oct 1988 in Rising Sun, Md. He

married Maudie McCummings 14 May 1936 in Maryland.vi. Wilmer Edward. Born 24 Aug 1915 in Honaker. Died 8 Jul 1989 in Port Deposit, Md.vii. Beulah (twin). Born 19 Mar 1919 in Honaker. Died 13 Dec 1919 in Honaker.

213. viii. Eula May (twin). Born 19 Mar 1919 in Honaker. In 2005 she was living. She married Paul Estel Fuller 3 Jul 1936 in Elkton, Md.

He married, second, Julie Lou Fuller 14 Jul 1924. Born 8 May 1888. Died 23 Mar 1973 in Havre de Grace, Md. Children:

ix. Margie. Born 2 Jul 1925. Died 1 Apr 1992. She married Earl Harris.x. Carl. Born 15 Aug 1927. Died 1 Jul 1985. xi. Dorothy. Born 28 May 1930. She was living in 2005. She married Alvin West.xii. Robert Allen. Born 14 Feb 1934. Died 9 Nov 1973.

214. Walter[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Apr 1888 in Virginia. Died 11 Dec 1972 in Parksville, Ky. The 1910 census found the family in Russell Co., Va.

An article in an unknown 1986 or 1987 Russell County newspaper, “School House Reunion,” showed five pictures of Chestnut Ridge School and its students, with the following text: “If you attended Chestnut Ridge school between 1919 and 1953 we need your address. We’re planning a School House Reunion to be held at the old school house sometime in August 1987. …..The following people attended school at Chestnut Ridge: ….. Bascom Honaker (deceased), Cynthia Honaker, Hassel Honaker, Hazel Honaker, Nathan Honaker (deceased), Ruth Honaker, Thelma Honaker …..” The Old Log School in Chestnut Ridge was built in 1879 and was replaced by a new Chestnut Ridge school in 1919, still standing in 1996. Of the Honaker students above, Bascom, Cynthia, Hassel, Hazel, Nathan and Thelma were Walter’s children.

He married Susie Ann Miller, daughter of Henry Miller and Mahala Jane Griffith, 29 Jan 1908 in Russell County, Thomas Stinson, officiating. The marriage was witnessed by Visa Honaker and James Ball. Born 18 Jan 1893. Died 3 Oct 1970. Children:

i. Conley[6]. Born 9 Mar 1909. Died 24 Mar 1909. 214. ii. Marvin. Born 11 Jun 1910 in Russell Co., Va.

iii. Bascom. Born 29 Feb 1912. Died 1 Jan 1930. He was a midget. 214. iv. Clara Elizabeth. Born 29 Sep 1913 in Honaker, Va. 214. v. Nathan Easterly. Born 27 Apr 1915.

vi. Mahala Hazel. Born 22 Apr 1917. Died 3 Jan 1983. vii. Beulah Mable. Born 19 Mar 1919. Died 6 Jun 1919. viii. Cynthia. Born 9 May 1920. Died 10 Dec 1974. ix. Hassell. Born 10 Mar 1922. Died 18 Jun 1997. He married Louise Unknown. Died 15 Dec 1998.

214. x. Thelma Mae. Born 18 Jan 1924 in Honaker, Va. 214. xi. Melvin Banner. Born 18 Feb 1926 in Parksville, Boyle Co., Ky.

215. Marshall[5] Honaker (also Marshel) (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

iv. Glacy Alice. She was born in Lebanon, Va., and reared in Danville, Ky. She married Unknown Taylor. In 1997 a descendant, Norma (Taylor) Jennings French lived in Downey, Calif.

217. Myrtle Lee[5] Honaker (called Myrtie) (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Howard Cem., River Mountain Road, Russell Co., Va. Her husband Lum was born 18 Aug 1883 in Honaker, Va. Died 3 Mar 1958 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Howard Cem., Russell County. Children:

563. i. Elgie Bell[6]. Born 28 Apr 1913.564. ii. Margaret Elizabeth (called Betty). Born 11 Sep 1914 in Honaker, Va.

iii. Otis Banner. Born 19 May 1916 in Honaker, Va. Died 27 Sep 2002 in Mountain Home, Tenn. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., River Mountain Road, Blackford, Va. He never married.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Sep 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 2 Oct 2002: Mr. Otis Banner Price, age 86, of Rosedale, Va., passed away Fri., Sept. 27, 2002, in Mountain Home, Tenn. Born May 19, 1916 in Russell County, he was a son of the late Samuel C. and Myrtle L. Honaker Price. He was a lifelong resident of the area and was a farmer. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in World War II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Taze Price and Luther Price, and two sisters, Doisie Peevy and Elzie Wolford. Survivors include six brothers, Paul D. Price of Honaker, Va., Grady E. Price of Paintlick, Va., Henry A. Price of Honaker, George T. Price of Honaker, John L. Price of Rock Hill, S.C., and Coy O. Price of Cedar Bluff, Va.; three sisters, Betty Honaker of Big A Mountain, Va., Mary Ellen Sauls of Honaker, Va., and Molly Johnson of Cream Ridge, N.J.; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment followed in the Honaker Family Cem. on River Mountain Road, Blackford, Va. Nephews served as pallbearers. Military graveside honors were conducted by VFW 9864 of Lebanon, Va.

217. iv. Taze Leonard. Born 17 Mar 1918. 217. v. Paul Denton. Born 26 Nov 1919.217. vi. Grady Elbert. Born 14 Aug 1921 in Honaker, Va.217. vii. Henry Arthur. Born 27 Jan 1923 in Honaker, Va. 217. viii. George Thomas. Born 21 Jan 1925 in Honaker, Va.

ix. Luther Douglas. Born 10 Mar 1926 in Honaker, Va. Died 22 Mar 1926 in Honaker. Buried in Lockhart Chapel Cem., Russell Co., Va.

217. x. Mary Ellen. Born 1 Jun 1928.217. xi. John Lee. Born 23 Mar 1930 in Honaker, Va.

xii. Mollie Lovis. Born 17 Jan 1933 in Honaker, Va. She married Unknown Johnson and lived in New Jersey.

217. xiii. Theodosia Mae (called Doisie). Born 26 Oct 1934. xiv. Coy Olbert. Born 7 Jul 1936 in Honaker, Va. He retired as a senior

master sergeant from a career in the U.S. Air Force. He married Clara Unknown and in 2001 lived in Cedar Bluff, Va.

In 2000, their grandson, Farley Wolford, wrote the following remembrance about their family:It is believed that Myrtie and Lum lived for several years in the area of River Mountain Road and the Clinch River,

Russell Co., Va. At some point, about mid to late 1920s, they bought a farm along Rt. 647 next to the Lockhart Chapel Cem. and moved their family to that location. That is the homeplace I knew and visited many times over the years. Uncle Banner Price continued to live there after grandpa and grandma died and only last year moved into a nursing home at Rosedale, Va. My Aunt Doshia, who lived for many years in Louisiana, has recently moved back to Virginia and is now living on the Myrtie and Lum homeplace.

Lum was a farmer, although I remember hearing him talk of working on the railroad in the Honaker area when he was a young man. He and Myrtie worked hard to raise 13 children. Another died in infancy. Several of those children still live in the Honaker/Russell County area.

Six sons of Lum and Myrtie served the country in World War II. Four of them served overseas; Taze, Paul, and George served in Europe and Grady in North Africa during the war. Paul was in the Army Air Corps and the others in the regular Army. Banner (Army) and Henry (Navy) did not leave the U.S. They both had some health problems and received medical discharges prior to the end of the war. As for the two younger sons, John Lee went into the Army after World War II and I think may have still been serving at the time of the Korean War; Coy went into the Air Force in the mid 1950s, where he served 20 years and retired. Coy’s tour of duty covered much of the cold war and Vietnam eras. I remember him spending time in Japan and the Far East area and a long time in Germany. I believe he reached the rank of chief warrant officer.

218. Margaret Ann[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Feb 1897 in River Mountain Section, Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 6 May 1949 at Lebanon Hospital. Buried Fullen Hess Cem., Russell County.

She married Robert NMN Hess (called Bob), son of Fullen Hess and Polly Hess, relationship not identified, 25 Feb 1914. Born 23 Nov 1888 in River Mountain Section. Died 4 Feb 1985 in River Mountain Section. Buried Fullen Hess Cem.. He was a farmer. Children (all born in River Mountain Section):

218. i. Clercy Belle[6] (called Belle). Born 21 Jul 1915.218. ii. Carrie Edna. Born 18 Oct 1916.218. iii. Bernie. Born 1 Jun 1918.218. iv. Benjamin Fullen (called Ben and Bennie). Born 1 Aug 1920.224.x. v. Gracie Elwood. Born 1 Mar 1922. Died before 2008. She married Clyde Baker[7] Hess (Martin

[1]). Their children continue under his listing.218. vi. Charmie Mae. Born 2 Oct 1923 in Russell County.218. vii. Abraham Taze (called Taze). Born 25 Dec 1925.

219. Ollie[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Feb 1899 in Virginia. Died 6 Jun 1967. He married Bertha Gilbert. Children:

566. i. Sue Elmer[6]219. ii. Ivan Woodrow.

iii. William A.

220. Cynthia[5] Honaker (also Cintha) (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

220. ii. Coy Abram. Born 5 Apr 1922 in Russell Co., Va.

221. Abram[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

i. Robert E. Lee[6].

222. Garnett Carson[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married, first, Sally Katherine Helton, daughter of Edward Helton and Barbara Hess. Born in Russell Co., Va.

Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell Co., Va.Newspaper and date unknown: Mrs. Sally Katherine Honaker, 67, died at her home in the River Mountain section of

Honaker, Va., early Thursday morning after a long illness. Born in Russell County, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Barbara Hess Helton. Surviving are her husband, Garnett Honaker of Lebanon, Va.; one daughter, Mrs. Edna Strand of [Bel Air], Md.; one son, Manuel Honaker of Rock Island, Ill.; one brother, Robert Helton of Lebanon, Va.; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 22 a.m. Sunday in the Owens Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker, Va., with Rev. Kyle Hubbard and Rev. Perry Herndon officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Friends may call at the funeral home.

223. Bernie Taze[5] Honaker (Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Cli Edith Yates, daughter of Elihu Quay Yates and Laura Miller, 12 Sep 1942. Born 10 Oct 1924. Died 5

Sep 2012. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.Bristol (Tenn.-Va.) Herald Courier, 6 Sep 2012 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 12 Sep 2012: Lebanon, Va.—Mrs. Cli

Edith Yates Honaker, age 87, of the River Mountain section of Lebanon, passed away Wed., Sept. 5, 2012, at the home of her daughter. Born Oct. 10, 1924, in Russell County, Va., she was a daughter of the late Quay Elihue and Laura Miller Yates. A life-long resident of the area, she was a member of Miller Hill Primitive Baptist Church for 69 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her huband, Bernie Taze Honaker; one son, Daniel Honaker; one sister, Stella Breeding; and three brothers, Royal Yates, John Yates and Cardell Yates. Survivors include one son, Quay B. Honaker and wife, Frances, of River Mountain; one daughter, Wanda Watson and husband, Randy, of Abingdon, Va.; daughter-in-law, Sue Honaker of River Mountain; three brothers, Clyde Yates of Talledaga, Ala., Grover Yates and wife, Thelma, of Fredricksburg, Va., and Tivis Yates and wife, Barbara, of Bedford, Ohio; four sisters, Elsie Tarwater of Sevierville, Tenn., Evangeline Taylor and husband, Charlie, of Radford, Va., Jean Francis and husband, Brandon, of Alexandria, Ala., and Joyce Taylor and husband, Jerry, of Anniston, Ala.; and eight-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Noah Kim Edwards officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon. Family members will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Miller Hill Primitive Baptist Church, care of: Allen Yates, 270 J. Yates Road, Lebanon, VA 24266. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net Bristol (Tenn.-Va.) Herald Courier, 7 Sep 2012: Lebanon, Va.—Funeral services for Cli Edith Yates Honaker will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Noah Kim Edwards officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon. Family members will serve

as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Miller Hill Primitive Baptist Church, care of Allen Yates, 270 J. Yates Road, Lebanon, VA 24266. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Mrs. Cli Edith Yates Honaker, age 87, of the River Mountain section of Lebanon, passed away Wed., Sept. 5, 2012, at the home of her daughter. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net

224. Minnie[5] Honaker (Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Aug 1893. She married David A. Hess (called Dave), son of Fullen Hess and Mary Unknown, 15 Aug 1907 in Russell Co., Va.

Died 12 Aug 1973. Children:

i. unknown daughter[6]. ii. Cordelia. Born 16 Jun 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Mar 1998 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in

Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. She married Clifford Combs. There were no children.Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Mar 1998: Mrs. Cordelia Combs, 85, of the Combs Valley

section of Rt. 2, Cleveland, Va., passed away Tuesday (Mar. 10, 1998) in Lebanon, Va. Born June 16, 1912 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of Dave and Minnie (Honaker) Hess. She was a lifelong resident of Russell County and a member of the Methodist church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Combs. Survivors include three stepdaughters, Mrs. Laddie Alice Musick of Manassas, Va., Mrs. Donna Mae Markin of Rock Island, Ill., and Mrs. Anna Catherine McGlothlin of Cleveland, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. Evangeline Ratledge of Conowingo, Md., Mrs. Audrey Lou Hess of Rock Island, Ill., and Mrs. Mary Ellen Miller of Honaker; four brothers, Irvin and Fate S. Hess, both of Honaker, Va., and Clarence and Clyde B. Hess, both of Lebanon, Va. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker [Va.] Funeral Home Chapel, with the Reverends Thurman Honaker and Henry Rose officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

224. iii. Elizabeth (called Betty). iv. Evangeline. She married Unknown Ratledge. In 2004 she lived in Conowingo, Md.v. Audrey Lou (called Lou). She married Burke Hess, relationship unreported. In 2004 she lived in

Illinois.vi. Mary Ellen. She married Easley Miller. In 2004 she lived in Honaker, Va.

224. vii. Ervin. Born 10 Mar 1916 in Russell Co., Va. 224. viii. Fay Stuart. Born 22 Jan 1922 in Russell Co., Va. 224. ix. Clarence William. Born 29 Feb 1920 in Russell County. 224. x. Clyde Baker. Born 26 Feb 1924 in Russell County.582. xi. David A., Jr. (called Dave)

xii. Arthur. Died before 2004.

226. Nora Maggie[5] Herndon (Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Dec 1881 in Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Mar 1967 in Russell County.

She married General Lafayette Steele, son of John Wesley Steele and Malvinia [spelling from gravestone, but also seen as Malvina] Compton, 3 Mar 1898 in Clark’s Valley, Russell County. He was a brother of Louisa Maryland Steele who married Martin-descendant Monterville[4] Honaker (John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Apr 1868 in Swords Creek, Va. Died 15 Jun 1946 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

i. William George[6]. Born and died 21 Jan 1899 in Swords Creek, Va. 584. ii. Annie Marilyn. Born 8 Mar 1900 in Clarks Valley, Russell County.226. iii. Mammie Ellen. Born 5 May 1902 in Clarks Valley.226. iv. Luda Melvina. Born 7 Sep 1904 in Swords Creek.

v. Bessie Angie. Born 31 Aug 1906 in Swords Creek. Died 8 Nov 1910 in Swords Creek.226. vi. Mollie Edna. Born 10 Jan 1909 in Clarks Valley.226. vii. Ollie Mae. Born 4 Jun 1911 in Clarks Valley.226. viii. Callie Hazel. Born 20 Sep 1913 in Clarks Valley.226. ix. Luther Jay. Born 13 Feb 1916 in Clarks Valley.

x. Lular Gladys. Born 20 Nov 1918 in Swords Creek. Died 20 Mar 1920 in Swords Creek.226. xi. Henry Clyde. Born 27 Oct 1921 in Clarks Valley.

227. Rufus[5] Honaker (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

586. iii. Erie Mahalia.vi. Tillie. She married Unknown Geisenhoner.

228. Ransom[5] Honaker (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).He married Opal Blanche Williamson. Children:

i. Archie B.[6] He married Pat Henry.ii. Joseph. He married Woodra Oliver.

228. iii. Alan D. Born 3 Jul 1943 in Stone, Pike Co., Ky.

229. Johnnie NMN[5] Honaker (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Apr 1883 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 11 Jan 1933 in Pike County. Buried Chapman Cem. on Stinking Branch, Pike County. He was a logger.

He married Ollie NMN Oliver, daughter of Fillmore Oliver and unknown. Born 1892 in Pike County. Died 11 Nov 1935 in Pike County. Buried Chapman Cem.. Children:

i. Mark NMN[5]. Died at birth unknown date in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky.589. ii. Ella NMN. Born 18 Feb 1911 in Kimper.

iii. Rose NMN. Born unknown date in Kimper. Died as an infant 9 Feb 1915 in Kimper.590. iv. Fern Catherine. Born 4 Feb 1913 in Kimper.591. v. Quella NMN. Born 5 Jun 1917 in Kimper.592. vi. Nancy NMN. Born 21 Aug 1919 in Kimper.593. vii. Cynda NMN. Born 26 Sep 1922 in Kimper.594. viii. Cynthia NMN. Born 1 Oct 1925 in Kimper.595. ix. Fannie NMN. Born 20 Mar 1928 in Kimper.596. x. Troy NMN. Born 22 Jan 1931 in Kimper.

231. Elizabeth Virginia[5] Honaker (called Betty) (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

231. v. Annie. Born 25 Jul 1922.

234. Octavia[5] Honaker (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married George W. Justice. Children:

i. Verdie[6].ii. Bessie. Born 21 Apr 1931 in Meta, Pike Co., Ky. Died 6 Feb 2015 in Benson, Cochise Co., Ariz.

Buried in Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy, Pike Co., Ky. She married Edsel Stollings. Died before 2015.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 13 Feb 2015: Bessie Stollings, 83, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Huddy, died Fri., Feb. 6, 2014, in Benson, Ariz. She was born at Meta, April 21, 1931, the daughter of the late George W. and Octavia Honaker Justice. She was a former payroll clerk for Eastern Coal Company and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edsel Stollings. She is survived by one brother, David Justice of Tucson; one sister, Verdie Justice of Tucson; and one niece. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Fri., Feb. 13, in the Hatfield Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Donnie Williamson and Bro. Josh Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy. Arrangements are under direction of Hatfield Funeral Chapel of Toler. Visitation is Friday, from 11 a.m. until time for the service.

iii. David.

235. James[5] Honaker (called Jim) (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Mar 1880. Died 5 Nov 1958 in Pike Co., Ky. Buried Honaker Family Cem., Sunshine Lane, Kimper, Pike County.

He married Alice Honaker, not identified. Born 1 Feb 1883. Died 6 Dec 1965 in Pike County. Buried Honaker Family Cem., Sunshine Lane, Kimper. Children:

606. i. Andy[6]. 607. ii. Dolly. Born 1905. 608. iii. Riley. Born 1907. 609. iv. Cora. Born 1908. 235. v. Gomie. Born 25 Jul 1913 in Kimper, Ky. vi. Louise.610. vii. Mont. Born 28 Feb 1916.

viii. Rance. 611. ix. Myrtle. 235. x. Sally.

xi. Lou. xii. Irene. xiii. Annie. xiv. Floyd.

236. Didema[5] Honaker (also Didena) (John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

iv. Russell. Born 5 Aug 1928 in Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Sep 1935. Buried James Bostic Cem., Lebanon Co., Va.

615. vi. Carnie O’Dell (called Dee). Born 25 Mar 1936 in Swords Creek, Va.

237. John Franklin[5] Honaker (Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

iv. Bonnie Irene. Born 19 Oct 1914 in Mason Co., W.Va. Died 15 Dec 1999 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried Marion Cem., Marion, Ohio.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 18 Dec 1999: Bonnie [I.] Lockhart, 85, formerly of Apple Grove [W.Va.], widow of Frank Lockhart, died Wed., Dec. 15, 1999 in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. She was former owner of Bon Bon’s Restaurant in Columbus and was retired from Atlas Blue Print Co. Survivors include one brother, Justin Honaker of Centerburg, Ohio; and three sisters, Eileen Wilson of Orlando, Fla., Bessie Kinniard of New Haven and Kathleen Stilwell of Huntington. Funeral 11:30 a.m. Monday at Schoedinger North Chapel, Columbus, Ohio; burial 2 p.m. in Marion Cem., Marion, Ohio. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Sharon Woods Baptist Church, 5959 Sharon Woods Blvd., Columbus, Ohio 43229.

She married Frank Lockhart, son of Samuel Lockhart and Martine Nergard, 22 Mar 1941 in Russell, Greenup Co., Ky. Born 16 Jan 1910 in Pond Run, Ohio. He was enlisted into the U.S. Army in West Virginia and died 4 Jul 1943 as a private with the 431st Coast Artillery Bn. Buried in Plot F, Row 5, Grave 9, North Africa American Cem., Carthage, Tunisia.

238. Sarah Jane[5] Honaker (Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Sarah said she visited her brother John’s family at homecomings in Ashland, Ky.

She married Clay M. Adams 14 Jan 1904 at the home of Samuel Caudill. The service was performed by S.M. Whitt, minister of the Christian Church, and was witnessed by Walter Caudill and R.P. Adams.

239. Rufus Howard[5] Honaker (Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He and his wife Albina were buried in a family plot on their farm which was inherited by their son Leo. In 1999 the farm was owned by Leo’s daughter Brenda. Children:

630. iii. Byron David.

240. Carter[5] Honaker (Evan[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Ethel Beavers. Children:

636. i. Lon Buell[6] (called Bill). Born 12 Oct 1910.ii. Joe.

240. iii. Clyde Evans. Born ca. 1913.

iv. James. v. Cecil.

241. Emaline[5] Honaker (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).She married Colbert Clinton (also reported as Combs) Musick 24 Apr 1909 in Dickenson Co., Va. Children:

241. i. Charles Clay[6] (called Charlie). Born 18 Feb 1908.iii. Dorothy Fern. Died before 2007.

241. viii. Robert Lee. Born 10 Apr 1921.ix. Edna Mae. Died before 2007. She married Unknown Helton.x. Meril Jeanette (also Jeanette Meril). Born 23 Jan 1924. Died 2 Jan 2007 in Honaker, Va. Buried in

Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Jan 2007: Mrs. Jeanette “June” M. Harrison, age 82, of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Jan. 2, 2007 at her home. Born Jan. 23, 1924 in Russell

Co., Va., [she] was a daughter of the late Colbert Combs Musick and Emaline Honaker Musick. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a graduate of Honaker High School and a member of the First Baptist Church of Honaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Harrison, an infant son, four sisters, Rebia Musick, Dorothy Owens, Edna Helton, and Lavada Smith, and 11 brothers, Charlie Musick, Brady Musick, Alvah “Snook” Musick, Robert E. Musick, Clayton Musick, Burke Musick, Edmund Musick, Claude Musick, and Ferde Musick. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 6 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. H.G. Musick, Jr. and Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Danny Musick, Alton Cato, John Arrington, William L. Harrison, Eddie L. Harrison, William E. Harrison, Anthony Bertovich, and Anthony Bertovich, Jr.

She married Lloyd Harrison. Died before 2007.

xi. Clayton. Died before 2007.xii. Lavada. Died before 2007. She married Unknown Smith.xiii. Burke. Died before 2007.xiv. Edmund. Died before 2007.xv. Claude. Died before 2007.xvi. Ferde. Died before 2007.

242. Walter Grey[5] Honaker (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Dec 1884 in Russell Co., Va. Possibly died ca. May 1954.

He married Martha Washington Powers, daughter of James Harvey Powers and Elizabeth Sutherland, 9 Aug 1908 in Dickenson Co., Va. Born 26 Mar 1886 in Dickenson County. At the 1910 census they were living in Dickenson County.

Children:

i. Parkis[6]. Born 17 Apr 1909 in Virginia. Died 4 Oct 1917 in Birchleaf, Dickenson Co., Va. The attending physician reported on the death certificate that Parkis had diptheria about the first of September, followed by body sores and a high temperature. Buried in Birchleaf.

637. ii. Oscar Bascom Slemp (changed to Slemp). Born 25 Sep 1910.242. iii. Garnett Graham (called Slim). Born 23 Dec 1914.242. iv. Corbin Carnegie (called Jack). Born 17 Jan 1916.

v. Birdie. Stillborn. Buried by Parkis in Birchleaf, Va.

245. Martha[5] Honaker (Thomas[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 May 1915 in Russell Co., Va. Died 27 Mar 1997. Buried in Fairfield Cem., unknown place, Ohio.

Record-Herald, Washington Court House, Ohio, unknown date: Martha (Honaker) Blankenship, 81, of Fairborn, died Thurs., Mar. 27, 1997 in Greene Memorial Hospital. She was born May 3, 1915 in Russell Co., Va., a daughter of Tom and Maggie (Hobbs) Honaker. She is survived by four daughters and a son-in-law, Lois Willett of Fairborn; Imagene and Pet Wilson, Jr., of Winchester, Ky., Shirley Swigert of Bloomingburg and Barbara Petitt, also of Bloomingburg; a son, James Blankenship of Fairborn; four sisters, three brothers, 25 grandchildren and 40 great great children. She was preceded in death

by her husband, Charlie Edward Blankenship, in 1953. She was also preceded in death by three sons, Donald J., Bennie Joe, and Jackie D. Blankenship, and three sons-in-law, Bill Swigert, Gary Petitt and Herbert Willett. Friends may call at the Burcham Funeral Home, 119 E. Main St., Fairborn, on Friday, 6–8 p.m. where the funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday with Dr. Fred D. Klatka of First Church of Christ officiating. Burial will be in Fairfield Cem..

She married Charlie Edward Blankenship. Died 1953. Children:

i. Donald J.[6] Died before 1997.ii. Bennie Joe. Died in infancy.iii. Jackie Darrel. Died in infancy.

245. iv. Lois Jean. Born 23 Mar 1938 in Richlands, Va. v. Imagene. Died before 2016. She married Pet Wilson, Jr.vi. Shirley. She married Bill Swigert. He died before 1997.vii. Barbara. She married Gary Petitt. He died before 1997.

245. viii. James D. Born 16 Oct 1946 in Richlands, Va.ix. Jean. Died in infancy.

243. Theodore Roosevelt[5] Honaker (called Ted or Teddie) (Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Apr 1899 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Mar 1979 in Lucasville, Scioto Co., Ohio. Buried Memorial Burial Park, Wheelersburg, Scioto County.

Unknown newspaper and date: Minford—Ted R. Honaker, 79, of Owl Creek Rd., Rt. 3, [Lucasville,] was dead on arrival Friday at Pike County Hospital after an apparent heart attack. A native of Swords Creek, Va., he was a retired former coal miner. Survivors include his wife, Norma Wiley Honaker; five sons, Denver of Salt Lake City, Utah, George of South Point, Donald of Lucasville Rt. 2, Doyle, 810 John St., Portsmouth and Dallas of Huntington, W.Va.; two daughters, Mrs. Irene Marie Freeland of Minford Rt. 1 and Mrs. [Arlene] Giles of Kelso, Tenn., 22 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services are planned Monday at 11 a.m. at Erwin-Dodson Funeral Home, with Rev. Greenville H. Thompson officiating, and interment in Memorial Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 4 to 9 p.m. Pallbearers are grandsons: Donnie L. Honaker, Ronald L. Honaker, Charles Freeland and Ron Stout.

He married Norma Wiley, daughter of George Wiley and Birthy Jones, 13 Jan 1927 in Greenville, [either Logan or Monroe Co.,] W.Va. Born 9 Jan 1910 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. Children (all born in Cove Gap):

243. i. Denver Carl[6]. Born 12 Mar 1928.638. ii. George Gray. Born 16 May 1930.639. iii. Donald Warren. Born 14 Apr 1932.

iv. Hazel Bertha. Born 25 Feb 1935. Died 16 Mar 1935 in Cove Gap.243. v. Irene Marie. Born 14 Jan 1936.

vi. Arlene. Born 18 Aug 1938. She married Unknown Giles. In 1979 she lived in Kelso, Lincoln Co., Tenn.

640. vii. Doyle. Born 17 May 1940.viii. Dallas. Born 8 Dec 1942.

247. Ollie Mildred[5] Honaker (called Mildred) (George Washington[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 16 Dec 1915 near Finney, Thompson Creek area, Russell Co., Va. She grew up there and attended school in Finney. She retired in 1983 after working 30 years in the Ben Franklin department store in Honaker, Russell County. She then lived in the Green Acres subdivision of Honaker. A story about Mildred and her family, written by her daughter Nancy, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 1994.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Feb 2015, with two-column photograph, cutline “Five generations—back row: Mildred Wilson’s daughter Nancy and granddaughter, Dana. Front row: Mildred’s great-granddaughter Nora, holding Wyatt, great-great grandson of Mildred. Pictured in upper right corner: Mildred Wilson as a young woman.”

Double Celebration—99th Birthday and Five GenerationsFormer Honaker resident, Mildred H. Wilson, celebrated her 99th birthday in December, 2014, at the

Conference Center in Lebanon, Va., with family members that included five generations present for the joyous occasion. In attendance were two of her nephews, formerly from Richlands, Va., Stafford Compton, Cedar Bluff, a retired professor from [Southwest Virginia Community College] and Robert Compton and wife Mary Jane, from Bloomington, Ind. Mildred’s three daughters, Margaret Cook from Columbus, Ohio, Nancy Burkett and husband Sexton from Lebanon, and Mary Batt and husband John from Spotsylvania, Va., were part of the celebration. Others included grandchildren, Karen Frazier, Connie and Steve Clauson from Columbus, Ohio, Dana Burkett, Bristol, Tenn., Paula and Andy Bell, Fincastle, Va., and Jeff Batt, Golden Valley, Minn. Great-grandchildren were Nora Burkett and Sam and Isaac Bell. Great-great-grandchildren Wyatt

Cotton Sands, youngest in attendance at five weeks, was there along with his father, Jonathan Sands. Mildred’s oldest son, Bill Wilson, is deceased. Her other son, David Wilson from Columbus, Ohio, was unable to attend.

Friend, Judy Johnson from Abingdon, Va., served as photographer. Sue Blevins, from Castlewood, Va., catered a delicious meal. Birthday cake was served, gifts were opened, games were played and fun was had by all, sharing family stories from the past. Mildred is now a resident of Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, Va. She gets to visit her home in Honaker several times a year. She misses her neighbors, church friends and the Finney Senior Citizens. She really enjoys getting cards and having visits from family and friends. Her family feels truly blessed to have had this wonderful person in their lives for so many years! Looking forward to the 100th.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 9 Dec 2015 (with two 2-column photos): Former Honaker Resident to Celebrate 100th Birthday

Mildred Honaker Wilson will be celebrating her 100th birthday and invites all her friends, neighbors and acquaintences to share birthday cake, stories and memories with her. This celebration will be held in the fellowship hall of the Honaker United Methodist Church in Honaker, Va., from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 13, 2015. No presents please, but Mildred would enjoy cards. For those that can’t attend you can mail a card to Mildred in care of her daughter, Nancy Burkett, 24 Stone Dr., Lebanon, VA 24266.

Mildred has spent most of her life living in Honaker on the Green Acres Subdivision and other locations about town. She was employed at the Ben Franklin 5 and 10 for thirty-five years and got to know many people there. She has been a resident of Valley Health Care Center in Chilhowie, Va., for the past three years.

Mildred married Paul Emory Wilson in June of 1934 and they spent fifty-one years together. Paul passed away in June 1985. They had five children together: Bill, Margaret, David, Nancy, and Mary Katheryn.

Mildred is a past member of the Finney Senior Citizens, which she enjoyed very much. She extends a special invitation to them. Mildred is also a member of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church in Honaker and invites all her church friends. She especially invites her neighbors in Green Acres. Hope to see you there!

She married Paul Emory Wilson, son of Franklin Pierce Wilson and Josephine Ray, 27 Jun 1934 in Honaker. Born 23 Jan 1908 in the River Mountain section, Russell County. Died 6 Jun 1985 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. Buried in River Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Children:

644. i. Billy Dean[6]. Born 10 Apr 1935 in Honaker.645. ii. Margaret Louise. Born 9 Oct 1936 in Honaker.646. iii. David Alan. Born 29 Dec 1938 in Honaker.647. iv. Nancy Carolyn. Born 28 Dec 1940 in Honaker.648. v. Mary Kathryn. Born 30 Apr 1945 in Honaker.

248. Elbert Clark[5] Honaker (Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Virgie Cook, Jacob Honaker fifth-generation descendant, 5 Mar 1907 in Russell Co., Va. Born 18 Sep

1890 in Coulwood, Russell County. Died 20 Feb 1920 in Virginia. Buried in the Locust Curve Cem. on Thompson Creek, near Finney, Va. They were married by J.R. Hubbard. Other members of Virgie’s family also married into the Martin Honaker line. Children (of Elbert and Virgie):

iv. Cliffordv. Arnold. Died 20 Feb unknown year.vi. Stanley.vii. Herman.viii. Thelma. She married Jack Horne and Edd Keller.ix. Kathleen. Born in 1917. She married Jeff Horne.x. Alden. Born 13 May 1918 in Virginia. Died 31 Mar 1993 in Bristol, Va. Buried in Greenhill

Memorial Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. He married Lilly Unknown and Audrey Unknown.

249. Nathan Edward[5] Honaker (Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

He married Jettie Thelma Dye. Born 20 Feb 1914 in Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Feb 1994 in St. Augustine, Fla., on a trip to visit a son. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Children:

650. ii. Buford L.

250. Ive[5] Honaker (Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Mar 1887 in Coulwood, Va. Died 10 Oct 1968 in Honaker, Va. Buried Lockhart’s Chapel Cem., Thompson Creek, Russell Co., Va. His second and third children were reported born to his second wife, but she was reported deceased in 1912, before they were born. His third marriage was reported as 1916, several years after these two were born. Resolution awaits further research.

He married, first, Stella Cook. She died. There were no children.He married, second, Cora Harris, daughter of Will Harris and Martha Unknown. Died 1912. Buried in an unmarked

grave in an unidentified Russell County family cemetery. Children (born in Russell County):

659. i. Josie Mae[6]. Born 17 Jun 1911.660. ii. Conley Lee. Born 14 Jan 1914.

iii. Bula Gay. Born 17 Oct 1915.

He married, third, Ethel Lee Dye, daughter of Wesley E. Dye and Polly Gilbert Blair, 23 Jun 1916 in Bristol, Tenn. The Rev. Barrough performed the ceremony, witnessed by Edward Thompson and Trigg Jessee. Ethel was born 20 Aug 1900 in the Corner section of Lebanon, Va. Died 30 Oct 1970 in Olney, Md. Buried Lockhart’s Chapel Cem. Children (born in Russell County):

661. iv. Carson Bryant. Born 25 Feb 1917.250. v. Chalmer Graham. Born 23 Mar 1918.250. vi. Erna Pauline. Born 20 Jan 1920.

vii. Edna Fay. Born 4 Jan 1922. Died 16 May 1989 in Junction City, Ky. Buried in Belcher Family Cem., Junction City. She married Bill Belcher. He was from Danville, Ky. One

researcher reported the same children for Edna as for her sister Erna. We do not have enough information at present to determine which is accurate; they are for now listed as Erna’s.

viii. Willard A. Born 4 Feb 1924. Died 6 Apr 1935 in Russell County. Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Finney, Va.

ix. Hettie Arland. Born 29 Sep 1925. Died Jul 1934 in Russell County. Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Finney, Va.

250. x. Melvin Burk. Born 21 Mar 1927. xi. Bernard Hassell. Born 26 Mar 1929. Died 8 Nov 1978 in Junction City, Ky. Buried in Junction

City.xii. Darlis Nadine. Born 9 Apr 1931. Died 15 Mar 1976 in Orlando, Fla. Buried in Orlando. She

married Unknown Bentley.xiii. Alice Lorene. Born 30 Nov 1932 (also reported born Sep 1935). Died Jun 1936 in Russell County.

Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Finney, Va.662. xiv. Dallas Ambrose. Born 20 May 1934.

xv. Delores Marie (called Marie). Born 2 Oct 1936. She married Unknown Johnson. In 2004 she lived in Virginia.

xvi. Charlie Eugene. Born 1 Mar 1938. In 2004 he lived in Maryland.250. xvii. Naomi Ann. Born 16 Mar 1941 in Honaker, Va.

252. Obie Caney[5] Ray (Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Obie’s wife Viola was born 14 Oct 1913 in Drill, Va. Died 23 Dec 1995 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried Oak Hill Cem.,

Kingsport. A funeral program gave the following additional information—Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport, was in

charge. The service was held Mon., 25 Dec 1995 at 8 p.m. The Reverends Andrew Sensabaugh and Amos Lockhart officiated. A graveside service was held at Oak Hill Cem., Tues., 26 Dec 1995 at 11 a.m. Grandsons were pallbearers. Survivors were daughters Hazel Price, Barbara Rhea, Mrs. Ronald (Nellie) Smith and Mrs. Norman (Peggy) Templeton; a son, Douglas Mack Rhea; 14 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sisters Thelma Honaker, Betty Shoemaker, Joyce Grills, Wanda Johnson, Brenda Phillips, Madeline Ubernosky and Patty Sue Cole; brothers Thomas Lockhart, Baker Lockhart, David Lockhart, and Franklin D. Lockhart.

Viola was a daughter of Thomas Jefferson Lockhart and his first wife, Myrtle Cortell. They were also parents of Viola’s sister Mary Ellen Lockhart who married Ivan Curtis Honaker, Martin descendant #492. Mary Ellen preceded Viola in death. Viola’s siblings listed above were half-sisters and half-brothers because they were the issue of Thomas’s second marriage to Cynthia K. Ray, Martin descendant #79.vii.

Children:

iv. Barbara Rachel [Rhea]. Born Barbara Anne Ray, she changed her surname to its old form, Rhea, and in later years changed her middle name to Rachel, after her grandmother. Born 2 Jul 1939 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. Died 14 Nov 2000 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Ross Campground United Methodist Church Cem., near Kingsport. The funeral home program indicated that services were at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home Chapel, Kingsport, 15 Nov 2000 at 8 p.m., the Rev. Truman Ferguson officiating; a graveside rite was at 2 p.m., 16 Nov 2000. Pallbearers were family and friends.

She married Dr. Forrest K. Huntington 6 Apr 1968. They divorced. It was through Barbara’s kindness that the Honaker Family Assn. was able to copy the fine old photograph of her great grandfather, Isaac William Honaker.

v. Peggy Louise. She married, second, Bud Templeton.vi. Douglas MacArthur (called Mac).

253. Margie[5] Honaker (William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Russell Co., Va. Also reported died 9 Jun 1974 in Danville, Boyle Co., Ky. Buried Parksville [Ky.] Cem., Boyle County.

Her husband Arthur Smith Sinkhorn was also reported born 27 Jul 1900. Buried Parksville Cem..

254. Ralph[5] Honaker (William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Ralph was a farmer and veterinarian. For the first part of his adult life he was a sharecropper. Later he bought part of the land that his grandfather Isaac William had lived on and farmed that. More information about Ralph appeared in an article by his daughter Lula in Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 1993.

He married Alena Burke Compton. Buried in Honaker-Wilson Cem.. Children:

254. i. Clifford Harold[6]. Born 2 Jun 1920 in Russell Co., Va.670. ii. Chester Denton.

iii. Howard J. Died in Russell Co., Va.vii. Harmon Henry. Born 24 Dec 1933 in Russell Co., Va. Died 30 Oct 2013 in Honaker, Va. Buried

in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va. Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Nov 2013: Mr. Harmon Henry Honaker, age 79, of Honaker, Va.,

passed away Wed., Oct. 30, 2013 at his home. Born Dec. 24, 1933 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Ralph and Alena Compton Honaker. He was a lifelong resident of the area and was a farmer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Patricia Anderson, one son, Marcus Anderson, one sister, and several brothers. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Margie Honaker of the home; one sister, Sally Massie and her husband, James; four sons, Billy Honaker and wife, Diane, Carl Anderson, Rick Anderson, and Ronnie Wilson and wife, Linda; three daughters, Sharon Saunders and husband, Lee, Jean Whitt and husband, Dickie, and Robin Smith and friend, Rick; grandchildren, Hannah Smith, Sarah Smith, Heather Hamilton, Kim Whitt, David Honaker, Chris Wilson, Darrell Wilson, and Randi Honaker; great grandchildren, Logan Anderson, Felicity Anderson, Justin Ball, Jenna Anderson, Emma Lee Anderson, Blake Wilson, Destiny Wilson, Madyson Wilson, Trenton Wilson, Evan Wilson, Carson Peak, Taylor Honaker, Colton Honaker, Alyssa Anderson, Savannah Peak, and Luke Peak; caregiver, Anna Davis; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Denver Barton and Rev. D.J. Barton officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Carl Anderson, Rick Anderson, Chris Wilson, Ben Ball, Junior Yates, David Honaker, and Justin Miller. Honorary pallbearers were Blake Wilson, Logan Anderson, Dickie Whitt, and Billy Honaker. Honaker Funeral Home served the Honaker family.

He married Margie Yates ca. 1978. She had children by another marriage but Harmon’s sister said that Margie and Harmon had none. We are unable to identify the Honaker children and grandchildren listed in Harmon’s obituary.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Dec 2013: Card of Thanks—The family of Harmon Honaker would like to thank everyone who brought food or just a friendly visit. They would like to give a special thanks to the Honaker Funeral Home, D.R. Price Engineering, Smith Excavation, Inc., New Garden Rescue Squad and the officiating clergy, Rev. Denver Barton and Rev. D.J. Barton. Also a special thanks to Anna Davis (caregiver.) Wife—Margie Honaker & Kids

254. ix. Ewell Sun. Born 30 Jul 1942 in Russell County.

255. Alice[5] Honaker (William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).She married Hubert Leslie Sinkhorn in Boyle Co., Ky. Buried in Parksville [Ky.] Cem., Boyle Co., Ky. Children:

vii. Barbara. Born and died in Parksville, Boyle Co., Ky. Buried in Parksville Cem..

256. Jacob Toy[5] Honaker (James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Also reported buried in Honaker Cem., Camp Creek, Dickenson Co., Va.

He married Elva Frances Mullins in 1920 in Clintwood, Va. Born 18 Dec 1903 in Clintwood, Va. Died Aug 1967 in Clintwood. Buried in Honaker Cem., Camp Creek. Children:

i. Aubrey B.[6]. Born 10 Apr 1921 in Fremont, Va. Died 23 Apr 1986 in Oak Harbor, Ohio. He married Dolly Mullins in 1948 in Whitesburg, Ky.

ii. Elden. Born 8 Jan 1923 in Clintwood, Va.256. iii. Ervin H. Born 5 Jun 1927 in Fremont, Va.

258. Edith Ettie[5] Honaker (James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Also reported died in 1969 in Wise, Va.She married Howard Johnson.She had a child with Arnold Swindall, son of Milburn E. Swindall:

258 ii. Arnold[6] [Honaker].

She had a child with Unknown:

iii. Kenneth.

266. Sylvia B.[5] Taylor (Cowan[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jun 1899. Children:

iii. Glen Odell. Born 18 Aug 1925. Died 8 Dec 2001 in Cleveland, Va. Buried in Musick Family Cem., Cleveland.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Dec 2001: Cleveland, Va.—Glen Odell Musick, 76, of the Weavers Creek community died Sat., Dec. 8, 2001 at home. A lifelong resident of Russell County, he was a son of the late Alex and Sylvia Taylor Musick. A farmer, he attended Weavers Creek Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Nadine Musick; and two brothers, Monroe Musick and Buford Musick. Surviving are two brothers, Donald Musick and Ronald Musick, both of Cleveland; one sister, Bonnie Jessee of Cleveland; a special friend, Rachel Breeding of Lebanon; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Combs Funeral Service Chapel in Lebanon with the Rev. Rick Smith and the Rev. Duane Musick officiating. Burial will follow in the Musick Family Cem. near the home. Pallbearers will be Norman Artrip, Paul Artrip, Pete Breeding, Mike Breeding, Frankie Smith, David Dotson and Henry Dotson. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Combs Funeral Service in Lebanon is serving the Musick family.

iv. Bonnie. She married James Jessee.vii. Nadine.

269. Ibbie[5] Taylor (Linzy[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jul 1902. Died 9 Dec 1973.She married Harmon Rasnick. Born 22 Jan 1902. Died 21 Oct 1992. Children:

269. v. Doyle Wayne.

276. Earl Burke[5] Honaker (John Wesley[4], Jacob B.[3], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jun 1892. Died 28 Aug 1959. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

He married Laura Elizabeth Hess (called Lizzie), daughter of J.M. Hess and Maggie Unknown, 16 Jul 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Born 12 Jun 1893. Died 1 Feb 1975. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.. Children (all were born on the family farm, River Mountain, Russell County, outside Honaker, Va.):

276. i. Stella Isabelle[6]. Born 28 Aug 1913. 276. ii. Vernie Edward (called Jake). Born 6 Nov 1915. 276. iii. Mary Ellen. Born 25 Feb 1918.276. iv. Flossie May. Born 26 Jul 1920.276. v. Claude Earl. Born 14 Jul 1923. 276. vi. Maggie Angeline. Born 19 Mar 1926.

vii. Charlie Abram. Born 30 Mar 1928 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Feb 1949. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

276. viii. John Robert. Born 25 May 1930.276. ix. James Franklin. Born 16 Sep 1932.276. x. George Ben. Born 19 Jul 1936.

xi. Dorothy. She married Unknown Caldwell.

277. Leonard[5] Honaker (John Wesley[4], Jacob B.[3], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 22 Nov 1894 in Honaker, Va. Died 14 Aug 1981 in Pennington Gap, Lee Co., Va. Buried in Odd Fellows Cem., Woodway, Lee Co., Va. The funeral home program gave Leonard’s age as 86; services Aug. 17, 1981 at 2 p.m. at Province Funeral Home Chapel, Pennington Gap, with ministers Edmond L. Dempsey and Dan Phillips officiating.

Leonard spent his working life as a sawmill engine operator, fueling and tending the boilers which powered the saws. He retired from Ritter Lumber Company after 21 years service in Virginia and Kentucky. After his second marriage, Leonard moved to Woodway, Va., where he became a well known woodcarver. After his death, Rhea donated many of his carvings to the Southwest Virginia Museum, a Virginia state park at Big Stone Gap, Wise Co., Va. The first exhibition of his carvings was held there 1 Jul to 30 Sep 1996.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1996: The life and art of Leonard Honaker, by Elizabeth IntartagliaAt one end, there’s Michaelangelo, genius of paint and stone, who ranks just after God as master of multimedia.

Virtually none of us has that ability. On the other, there’s no talent whatsoever, a category most of us resign ourselves to by the first grade. But there’s a middle group—a Grandma Moses class, which has talent so rare that they are exceptional, yet are as tantalizingly close as a county fair. They weave, paint, and carve.

They are folk artisans, and the work they accomplish conveys beauty which is at once simple and complex. Like Grandma Moses, Leonard Honaker came to art later in life, and created with his hands scenes from his imagination and experience. He never could have foreseen that his work someday would be exhibited in a museum.

A working lifeLeonard was born to John Wesley and Angeline “Sara” (Dye) Honaker in 1894 in the old Lewis Creek region of

Honaker, Va. Like others in that region so heavily interlaced with the descendants of Martin, he was both a fifth and sixth generation descendant of Hans Jacob—fifth through his mother’s line and sixth through his father’s. Leonard attended the Old Log School in Chestnut Ridge, built in 1879 (replaced by a new Chestnut Ridge school in 1919, still standing in 1996.)

Like the majority of Americans of the day, Leonard’s family worked close to the land. Leonard grew up helping his father farm. He married Bessie Alice Stump, daughter of Elbert and Sarah (Vance) Stump of Russell County. For a place to live and raise their family, Leonard and Bessie sharecropped a farm in the Lewis Creek area, which was where the first six of their nine children were born—Anna Bell in 1918, Irene in 1920, Elizabeth Rhoda in 1922, Lucille in 1924, Ruth in 1926, and Margaret in 1928.

During the early years, Leonard supplemented the farm’s income by working as a section crew member of the Norfolk & Western Railroad. Then he got a job with the Ritter Lumber Company at Putnam, near Honaker, which did timbering back in the mountains. Leonard was one of the company’s indispensable men as an engine operator, fueling and tending the boilers which ran the belts powering the saws. When the timber played out in 1929, the family moved with Leonard to new employment with the White Oak Lumber Company at Pickens, S.C. The job didn’t last. The mill closed and Leonard went briefly to another job in Greenville, S.C.

Soon, however, Leonard was back in the lumbering business. His daughter Elizabeth remembers the family hitching a team to the wagon, loading up all their worldly goods, and heading over the hills to Pathfork, Ky., where Leonard again was tending a sawmill engine room. The next two children were born while the family lived in Pathfork and Gardner, Ky.—Paul Leonard in 1930, and David Bruce in 1932. It was an itinerant life, but that made the family all the more close. They continued to travel with Leonard from one lumber camp to the next, following the timber. Finally, as the logging became sparse, Leonard moved the family back to Honaker while he continued working for a while in Leatherwood, Ky. The family’s youngest child, Phyllis Jean, was born in Honaker in 1943.

Altogether, Leonard worked in lumbering for 21 years before retiring in 1959. Bessie died a few years later, Aug. 15, 1961, in Roanoke, Va. After her death Leonard married Martha Readess (Rhea) Mercer and moved to her home in Woodway, Lee Co., Va.

The whittlerIt wasn’t until then that Leonard began seriously cutting wood with another kind of blade. He had been a whittler

most of his life, but in Woodway, the time and place finally were right for some real woodcarving.Things were relaxed in Woodway, a village of some 600 Wise County residents nestled in the crook of Virginia’s

western arm, where it meets Tennessee and Kentucky. The 50-odd retired men among them ranged in age from 64 to 89, said newspaper correspondent George Dalton, who wrote a story about them. The old timers’ hobbies kept them going, he said. Their hobbies were gardening, talking, and whittling. Eleven of them, dubbed the “Whittlers of Woodway” by Powell Valley [Va.] News reporter Joyce Petty, did a lot of their talking and whittling at the local grocery store. The proprietor, perhaps mindful that in due course he’d be sitting there, too, provided benches for them and a sweeper for the shavings. They passed the time pleasurably. It was a place that nurtured people like Leonard.

Leonard didn’t have or need a lot of investment in it. He never had more than what he started with—a four-blade pocket knife (although he wore out several dozen, giving one to each of his children as a memento,) an emery rock to sharpen it, pieces of mostly pine and cedar, and a coping saw to rough out the larger items. He set up shop in the washhouse, a little building out back equipped with light, water, and an old cook stove for heat. It was the perfect place to let wood carvings fall where they might.

First, he made an ashtray. Then a small covered wagon. After that, anything and everything. He produced utilitarian items like salad forks, canes, and candlesticks. He did decorative things like birds for the wall; s strand of beads for Rhea; a block with two balls, and a link chain, both from a solid piece of wood; a bullfrog, mud turtle, and alligator; trees, leaves, fruit and coasters. Mostly he did whimsical replications of life, like a covered wagon drawn by oxen, a brass band and a string band, string instruments, a stage coach, miniature furniture and a wishing well, women milking and churning, a baby in a cradle, people on horseback, a logging wagon, a hunter fixing to chop down a treed possum that his hounds had obligingly surrounded, two fellows enjoying some watermelon; a sugar cane mill with working cogs on rollers, and a moonshiner working his still. (One surmises that having spent a lot of time in the hills, Leonard found out, some way or other, what a moonshine operation looked like.)

Although his production was high, he wasn’t compulsive about it. He worked when nothing else needed his attention, and, he said, when the spirit moved him. Sometimes it moved him for just two or three hours; other times it was all day long. He did it for his own enjoyment, to decorate the house and to give away to his family and friends. He presented country singer Loretta Lynn one of his best works, four musicians gathered around an old microphone.

As word of his ability spread, people came from all over the place to see his pieces, and once in a great long while he would sell something, but it was for pretty low pay. He would work for two weeks on a covered wagon that he’d let go for $25. He was asked to make things for sale in a North Carolina shop, but he wouldn’t do it. If it was done for profit, he felt, it would take all the fun out of it. Even though he didn’t get the satisfaction of having people pay big money for his work, Leonard was well rewarded with recognition. When he entered his carvings in the Lee County and Roanoke Fairs, he usually came away a winner, mostly with blue ribbons. He would also sometimes show his work at the Woodway Home Appliance Store; during the Tobacco Festival; and at the historic June Tolliver House in Big Stone Gap.

Leonard gave a lot of thought to his pieces, and he worked conscientiously. Speaking to a newpaper reporter about a covered wagon he’d done, he said, “As far as I know it’s got everything it should have.” The reporter said that this was an absolute fact. The wheels were even dished, the wagon had an ax, water barrel, tool box with shovel, mattock and two picks, and the tool box lock worked. So did the brakes.

He never used plans for his wagons, Leonard said, because he knew what they ought to look like. He knew, too, that his stagecoach needed tools, luggage, and passengers—but Leonard’s passengers included a prisoner and an Indian. All of his characters were individually costumed with separately carved hats and shoes, then dressed.

As Leonard got the hang of things, he used different colors of wood to accent his pieces. Newspaper reporter Petty noted that he made a container of white pine and black walnut topped with a cedar knob; a wall hanging of three musical instruments that featured light wood inlaid into dark wood for the frets and accents on a guitar, banjo, and fiddle; a wishing well of alternating red and white cedar decorations; and oxen horns made from buckeye to give them the look of natural bone.

To lend authenticity, Leonard would use anything to color the pieces, even crayons. The work didn’t always go smoothly. He cut himself plenty of times, once stabbing himself in the chest so deeply that he had to stay overnight in a hospital.

Leonard died at the age of 87 on Aug. 14, 1981 in Pennington Gap, near Woodway. He was laid to rest in the Odd Fellows Cem. in Woodway. (Rhea, his second wife, died in 1994 and is buried there also.) He and Bessie had had nine

children, 21 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Sadly, he had lived to attend the funerals of his first two daughters, Anna Bell, who died in 1972 in Roanoke, Va., and Irene, who died in 1975 in Salem, Va.

After Leonard’s death, Rhea gave his children some of his carvings, and donated the remainder to the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park in Big Stone Gap, Wise Co., Va.

Virginian Leader, Pearisburg, Va., 26 Jan 2011 (with photograph), reprinted in Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2011: Giles County Historical Society, photo cutline “Wood carving class—Wood carving was once a popular pastime for porch sitters in the Appalachian region. The Giles County Historical Society has a number of wood carvings made by Leonard Honaker on display in the museum that were donated by his grandchildren Bobby Compton, Joann Compton Hall, and Betty Compton Porter. Take the 3-D Wood Carving Class with Sharon Dowdy offered by the Giles County Historical Society and Giles Arts Council in February and learn what you can carve from a block of wood.”

He married, first, Bessie Alice Stump, daughter of Elbert Stump and Sarah Vance, in Russell Co., Va. Born Nov 1899 in Honaker, Va. Died 15 Aug 1961 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Roanoke [Va.] World News, 17 Aug 1961: Mrs. Bessie Stump Honaker, 63, of 4038 Vermont Ave., N.W., died Tuesday in a local hospital. Surviving are two sons, Paul L. Honaker, Roanoke, and David B. Honaker, Richmond; seven daughters, Mrs. W.D. Flinchum, Salem, Miss Phyllis Jean Honaker, Roanoke, Mrs. John L. Compton, Pearisburg, Mrs. Paul Prescott, Tampa, Fla., Mrs. Eugene Stamper, Chattalooga, Tenn., Mrs. Thomas R. Stump, Honaker, and Mrs. Ruth Rowe, Staunton; four brothers, three sisters and 16 grandchildren. The body is at John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. The funeral will be conducted at the John M. Oakey & Sun Funeral Home, Salem, Thursday at 9:30 a.m. by the Rev. Frank Eakin. Burial will be in the Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon at 3 p.m.

Children:

707. i. Anna Bell[6].708. ii. Irene.709. iii. Elizabeth Rhoda.710. iv. Lucille.711. v. Ruth.712. vi. Margaret.713. vii. Paul Leonard.714. viii. David Bruce.715. ix. Phyllis Jean.

He married, second, Martha Readess Mercer (called Rhea). Born 3 Jun 1912. Died 2 Jun 1994 in Charleston, W.Va. Buried in Odd Fellows Cem., Woodway, Va.

Charleston [W.Va.] Gazette, 3 Jun 1994: Martha “Rhea” Honaker, 81, of Charleston, formerly of Woodway, Va., died June 2, 1994, at home after a long illness. She was a homemaker and attended Kelleys Creek Baptist Church. Surviving: son, Richard Mercer of Charleston, Charles Mercer Jr. of Seattle, Jimmie Mercer of Dayton, Ohio; sisters, Linda Oblenus of Fairport Harbour, Ohio, Vona McCracken of Woodway; brothers, James Elyea of Big Stone Gap, Va., Jerd Elyea of Indianapolis; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Service will be 1 p.m. Sunday at Province Funeral Home, Pennington Gap, Va., with the Rev. Ed Dempsey officiating. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cem., Woodway. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Long-Fisher Funeral Home, Pocatalico, W.Va., is in charge of arrangements.

278. Dora Bessie (also Dora Belle)[5] Honaker (John Wesley[4], Jacob B.[3], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married William Alexander Shepard (called Willie) 27 Sep 1911 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

716. i. Grace E.[6] Called Gracie.722. viii. Clyde William. Born 24 Feb 1924.

279. Nettie[6] Honaker (John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 1 Jun 1898 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Va. Died 1975 in Russell County. She is a Martin descendant through both her mother’s and father’s line.

She married Leonard David Hess 25 Apr 1914 in Russell County. Born 3 Jan 1888 in Russell County. Died Jan 1970 in Russell County. Children:

i. Blanche[7]. She married Unknown Stump.

279. ii. Mary Ann. Born 1 Nov 1916 in Russell County. 728. iii. Catherine.

281. Leonard[5] Dye (Elbert[4], Cynthia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. His wife Nannie Ruth Fuller was a sister of Hattie Fuller, who married Martin descendant #286 Curtis[5] Honaker. A photograph of the two sisters and others appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Jan-Feb 2000.

286. Curtis[5] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).He married Hattie Fuller, daughter of Major John Fuller and Fonnie Lee Musick, 25 Nov 1937. Born 7 Dec 1914 in

Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Jul 2008 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Hattie was a sister of Nannie Ruth Fuller, who married Martin descendant #281 Leonard Dye. A photograph of the two sisters and others appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Jan-Feb 2000.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 27 Jul 2008 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 30 Jul 2008: Mrs. Hattie Fuller Honaker, age 93, of the New Garden Road section of Honaker, Va., passed away Fri., July 25, 2008 in a Lebanon, Va. hospital. Born Dec. 7, 1914 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Major and Fonnie Musick Fuller. A graduate of Honaker High School, she was a lifelong resident of Honaker, before spending the last six years as a resident at Mountain View Retirement Home in Lebanon, Va. For many years, she was a member of the New Garden Baptist Church and her current membership was with First Baptist Church of Honaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Honaker, one daughter, Janet Lee Honaker, and three sisters, Ruth Dye, Edna Arnold, and Bertha Lee Fletcher. Survivors include one daughter, Evelyn J. and Everett Honaker of Morristown, Tenn.; four grandchildren, Jennifer R. Honaker of Portland, Ore., Marc A. Honaker of New York, N.Y., Kali Gruszewski of Morristown, Tenn., and Adara Perkins of Greeneville, Tenn.; one brother, Clarence Fuller and wife, Laska of Rosedale, Va.; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. H.G. Musick, Jr. and Rev. Chris Musick officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va.

Children:

739. i. Evelyn Joyce[6]. Born 28 Aug 1942.286. ii. Janet Lee. Born 29 Apr 1957 in Richlands, Va.

287. Niada NMN[5] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 16 Apr 1999 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Apr 1999 and Honaker Family Newsletter, May 1999: Mrs. Niada Honaker Roman, age 82, of Honaker, Va., passed away Fri., Apr. 16, 1999 in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born July 26, 1916 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Robert “Bob” and Betty Dye Honaker. She had resided in the Honaker area most of her life and was a member of the Tunnell Hill Freewill Baptist Church at Honaker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Roman and one son, Hubert [Glenn] Roman, four sisters and three brothers. Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. [Lorine] McGlothlin, Mrs. Louise Cook and Mrs. Shelby Munsey all of Honaker, Va., Mrs. Dollie Whited and Mrs. Sandra Niada Campbell of Bristol, Va.; one son, Mr. J.C. Roman of Honaker, Va.; three sisters, Beatrice Barnett of Honaker, Va., Mazie Howard of Locust Hill, Va., Eula Gay Hammons of Spring Hill, Fla.; one brother, Albert Honaker of Richmond, Va.; 16 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, one great great grandson; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Mon., Apr. 19, 1999 in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Ralph Dye and Rev. Howard Reynolds officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

She married Joe NMN Roman, son of Walter NMN Roman and Sally NMNRepass.Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 25 May 1989: Joe Roman, 80, of Big A Mountain section of Rt. 1, Honaker,

died last Monday in a Bristol, Tenn., hospital. Born at Honaker, he was a son of the late Walter and Sally Repass Roman. A lifelong resident of Honaker, he was a member of the Tunnell Hill Freewill Baptist Church at Honaker. He was a retired coal miner formerly employed by Sycamore Coal Company in Buchanan County and a member of [United Mine Workers of America] Local Union No. 7340 at Patterson. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Niada Honaker Roman; daughters, Mrs. Louise Haymaker Cook of Columbus, Ohio, Mrs. Dolly Whited and Mrs. Loraine McGlothlin, both of Honaker and Mrs. Shelby Munsey of Lebanon; sons, Herbert Glenn Roman of Lebanon and J.C. Roman of Honaker; 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Thursday at Honaker Funeral Home in Honaker with the Revs. Clyde Lambert, Thurman Honaker, and Carson Walters officiating. Burial followed at Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon.

Children:

287. i. Hubert Glen[6] (called Peanut). Born 9 Jul 1933.

287. iv. Shelby Jean. Born 29 Jun 1937 in Buchanan Co., Va..742. v. Dallas Lorene.

288. Beatrice[5] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Oct 1917 (also reported as 18 Sep 1918] in Honaker, Va. Died 9 Dec 2003 in Bracey, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Dec 2003: Mrs. Beatrice Honaker Barnett, age 85, of Bracey, Va., formerly of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Dec. 9, 2003 at the home of her daughter in Bracey, Va. Born Sept. 18, 1918 in Russell Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Robert and Betty Dye Honaker. She had spent most of her life in the Honaker area and attended Tunnel Hill Freewill Baptist Church. She was a member of Finney [Va.] Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Barnett, and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Bobby Coleman and Marie and Henry Morrissette, all of Bracey, Va.; one brother, Albert Honaker of Richmond, Va.; two sisters, Mazie Howard of Locust Hill, Va., and Ula Gay Hammons of Spring Hill, Fla.; several grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She married, first, Albert King. Children:

i. Marie[6]. She married Henry Morrissette.ii. Brenda. She married Bobby Coleman.

She married, second, Homer Barnett. There were no children.

289. Mazie Marie[5] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She is a fifth generation descendant through her mother and sixth generation descendant through her father. Born 3 Oct 1925 in Honaker, Va. In 2002 she lived in Locust Hill, Va. Died before 2011.

She married, first, Bert Shelvie Artrip (called Shelvie), son of John W. Artrip and Emma C. Unknown, 25 Aug 1941 in Lebanon, Va. They divorced in Richmond, Va. Children:

289. i. Lynda Sue[6]. Born 18 Jun 1942 in Honaker, Va.

She married, second, Glenn NMN Howard, son of Grover Thomas Howard and Ellen Manning, 22 Nov 1952 in Richmond. Born 26 Jun 1923 in Port St. Joe, Fla. Died 28 Feb 2011. Buried in Harmony Grove Baptist Church Cem., Topping, Va.

Richmond [Va.] Times Dispatch, 2 Mar 2011: Glenn Howard, age 87, of Locust Hill and Richmond, died Mon., Feb. 28, 2011. He was the widower of Mazie Honaker Howard. Glenn retired in 1983 from Operating Engineers Local 147 as a crane operator, with 60 years of service. He was a member of Harmony Grove Baptist Church, Masonic Lodge #161, Chesterfield and a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his children, Lynda A. Hoke and husband, Bill, Glenn E. Howard and wife, Valerie; grandchildren, Debbie, Tavis, Janice and John; four stepgrandchildren; great-grandchildren, Stephen and Cameron Estes; eight stepgrandchildren; sisters, Iris and Myrna. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in Harmony Grove Baptist Church, Topping. Interment church Cem.. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Saluda.

Children:

289. ii. Glenn Edward (called Edward). Born 29 Feb 1956 in Richmond. iii. Lynda A. She married Bill Hoke.

294. Frankie Mae[5] McGlothlin (Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Her husband Willie was born 10 Apr 1893 on Robinson Fork, Garden Creek, Buchanan Co., Va. They were

married at the bride’s home in Garden Creek.

299. Woodrow Wilson[5] McGlothlin (Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 May 1914 in Skeggs Branch, Va.

He married Sally Ann Cook, daughter of Albert Lorenza Cook and Louise Ferguson Matney, 13 May 1939 in Bluefield, Va. Born 30 Sep 1914 in Monk, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 26 Jan 2003 in Grundy, Va. Buried in McGlothlin Family Cem. on Garden Creek, near Oakwood, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Jan 2003: Oakwood, Va.—Sally Ann Cook McGlothlin, 88, the beloved wife of Woodrow W. McGlothlin, departed this life to be with her Savior, Sun., Jan. 26, 2003 at Buchanan General Hospital,

Grundy, Va. She was a graduate of Triangular Mountain Institute (TMI) and a 1936 graduate of Radford College. She was an elementary school teacher in the Buchanan County School System for several years, having taught at Street School, Vance School and Garden Elementary School. She and her husband were married for more than 63 years and courted for more than 12 years before their marriage. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother and friend who chose to leave the teaching profession to serve her family as a full-time housewife. She was the “Wind Beneath Her Family’s Wings.” She was a member of the Garden United Methodist Church for more than 65 years. Besides her husband, Woodrow W. McGlothlin, she is survived by her son, James W. McGlothlin and his wife, Fran, of Bristol, Va. and Austin, Texas; his daughter, Martha Ann (McGlothlin) Gayle and her husband, Al Gayle of Bristol, Tenn.; her son, Thomas Dale McGlothlin and his wife Suzanne of Bristol, Tenn.; his daughters, Julia McGlothlin of Washington, D.C., and Anna McGlothlin Goodwin and her husband Eric Goodwin, and their daughter, Julia Elizabeth Goodwin of Easley, S.C.; and her son, Michael G. McGlothlin and his wife Sandra, and their sons Alex McGlothlin, Aaron McGlothlin and Asher McGlothlin, of Grundy. She is also survived by a special niece, Nancy (Cook) Duty and her husband Russell (Buddy) Duty. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Lorenza Cook and Louise Ferguson (Matney) Cook, of Page, Va. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family, having been predeceased by her sisters, Virginia (Cook) Sisk, Melinda (Cook) Ellis, Myrtle (Cook) Miller, Edith (Cook) Hamlin and Cordelia Mae Cook; and her brothers, John Cook, Bruce Cook, Gaston Cook and Vern Cook. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. on Tue., Jan. 28, 2003, at Grundy Funeral Home Chapel at Grundy, where a song service will be held at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wed., Jan. 29, 2003, at Garden United Methodist Church at Oakwood, Va., with Revs. Ray Amos, Kenneth Bailey, Paul McNalley and Ancil Childress presiding. Burial will follow in the McGlothlin Family Cem. on Garden Creek. Active pallbearers will be her nephews, Harold Cook, Van Hamlin, Bascom (Buddy) Matney, James L. McGlothlin, Joe Blair McGlothlin, David Miller, William H. (Bill) Miller, Russell Street and Edmund Wampler. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Cook, Bobby Cook, Jim Cook, Johnny Cook, Leslie Cook, Perry Cook, Bill Coxton, Claude Crigger, Brooks Crumpton, Jack Davis, David Elkins, Jeff Elkins, Jerry Elkins, Claude Ellis, Mike Fletcher, Jimmy Hess, Dr. Amjad Husain, Clayton Keen, Preston Lee Keen, Willard Keene, Raymond Jackson, Jerry Kovaly, Don Matney, Cecil McGlothlin, Donald A. McGlothlin Jr., Kevin McGlothlin, Norman McGlothlin, Joe Mullins, Ray Mullins, H.C. Pratt, Fred Presley, Wyatt Ratliff, Gary Rowe, Glen Smith, H.A. Street, Nick Street, Dr. Clint Sutherland, Kenneth Woods and Oakley Woods. Memorial contributions may be made to Garden United Methodist Church, P.O. Box D, Oakwood, VA 24631; Mountain Mission School, 1 Hurley St., Grundy, VA 24614; or Radford University, East Main Street, Radford, VA 24142. Grundy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

302. Ella[5] Honaker (Napoleon Bonapart[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Children:

iii. Virginia Alice (called Alice).v. Barbara Ellen.vii. Anna Belle (called Ann) (twin). Born 26 May 1917. Died 13 Nov 2007 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell

Memorial Cem., Lebanon. Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald-Courier, 28 Nov 2007 and Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 28 Nov 2007: Lebanon, Va.—Anna Bell (Ann) Fuller, age 90, died Tue., Nov. 13, 2007, in the

Hummingbird Retirement Villa. Born May 26, 1917, in Russell County, a daughter of the late Charles Abram Fuller and the late Ella Honaker Fuller, Ann was a member of the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church where she was, until recently, an active member of the United Methodist Women and the Women’s Bible Class. She was well known for her cooking skills and especially appreciated for her potato rolls. Ann lived most of her life in River Mountain and moved to Lebanon in 1977. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Sue Fuller, Betty Carter, Virginia Alice Walton, Barbara Ellen Connor and Nannie Lou Simpson, and brothers, John Fuller and Charles Abram Fuller Jr. (Anna Belle’s twin brother.) Survivors include nieces, Peggy Castle, Patsy Eickelberg, Pamela Fuller and Sally Hills; nephews, Richard Walton and Randolph Carter; great-nieces, Laura Eaton, Kendall Farrell, Hannah Rashaw, Tamara Gresh and Heather Jacobs; great-nephews, Lance Knudson, Mark Knudson, Robert Green, Charles Walton, Aaron Rashaw and Calvin Hills III; 17 great-great nieces; and great-great-nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 6 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 29, 2007, in the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mike Carter officiating. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Fri., Nov. 30, 2007, in the Russell Memorial Cem.. Those attending are requested to meet at the Cem.. Pallbearers will be Lance Knudson, Mark Knudson, Robert Green, Melvin Eaton, Richard Walton, Randolph Carter, Larry Fuller, Bob Riggs and Roger Castle. The family will receive friends from 4:30 until 6 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 29, 2007, at the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church Music Ministry, 24 Tate St., Lebanon, VA

24266. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276) 889-4444, is serving the Fuller family.

viii. Nannie Lou. She married Unknown Simpson.

307. Roy Thomas[5] Honaker (Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1898 in Bristol, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Died 28 May 1964 in New Mexico. Buried Sandia Memory Gardens, Albuquerque, Bernalillo Co., N.M.

He married Myrtle Jean Moore 22 Dec 1924 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Children:

779. i. Patricia Jean[6]. Born 6 Jun 1926.780. ii. Jerry Dale. Born 31 Jul 1927.

308. Lucy Comann[5] Honaker (called Coe) (Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 19 Dec 1906 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 11 Oct 2003 in Chardon, Geauga Co., Ohio. Buried Woodmere Cem., Huntington, W.Va. A story about her childhood family appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 1994, and is in her father Charles Aston Honaker’s paragraph.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 16 Oct 2003 (with photograph): Mrs. Coe Honaker Marsh, formerly of Huntington, died Sat., Oct. 11, 2003, at the home of her daughter, Linda (Mrs. Paul) Browne. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Fri., Oct. 17 at Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church, by the Rev. Carol McKay. Interment will follow in Woodmere Memorial Park. Friends may call 1 p.m. until service time in the church parlor. Mrs. Marsh was born Dec. 19, 1906, in Honaker, Va. She was the daughter of the late Charles Aston and Lucy Comann Honaker. She was the wife of the late John H. Marsh for 55 years. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Pearl Honaker and Ruby Anderson, and two brothers, Paul and Roy Honaker. Mrs. Marsh was a graduate of Huntington High School and Marshall University. She also attended Pitt University in Pittsburgh, Pa. She taught school at Guyandotte and Emmons Elementary Schools for 37 years. She was a member of the Cabell County Teachers Assoc., Retired, and a life member of W.Va. Teachers Assoc. She was a member of the Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Mrs. Locke’s Friendship Sunday School Class and the Deborah Circle. She was a charter member of the Child Conservation league, past president of the Railway Mail Assoc. Auxiliary, member of the National Federal Employees Assoc. She was a member of the W.Va. Woman’s Club, the National Woman’s Club, past president of the Guyandotte Woman’s Club. She was a member of Chapter 89 of the Order of Eastern Star and the Highlawn Garden Club, member of the Huntington Museum of Art and a charter member of the National Assoc. of Hans Jacob Honaker Families. Survivors include two daughters, Sheila and husband Robert Johnson of Gainesville, Ga., and Linda and husband Paul Browne of Chardon, Ohio. Grandchildren include Amy and husband Carl Springer of Alpharetta, Ga., Matthew and wife Carolann Johnson of Alpharetta, Amanda and husband Brett Chambers of Peru, Ind., and Nathan and wife Angela Browne of Randolph, N.J. Great-grandchildren are Michael and Matthew Springer, Zora and Cullen Huoni and Elizabeth Chambers; niece Joy Kittrell of Ruidoso, N.M., and nephew Jerry Honaker of Plant City, Fla.,and several grandnieces and nephews whom she loved. Pallbearers will be grandsons Matthew Johnson, Nathan Browne Brett Chambers and Carl Springer along with Rick Clagg and Jim Ray. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Johnson Memorial Jeffrey Ohl Scholarship Fund. Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

She married John Henry Marsh, son of William Henry Marsh and Ruby Thompson, 6 Aug 1935 in Washington, D.C. Born 23 Mar 1913 in Hillsboro, Loudon Co., Va. Died 30 Nov 1990 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Woodmere Cemetery. Children:

781. i. Sheila Lynn[6]. Born 4 Jul 1940 in Huntington.782. ii. Linda Coe. Born 17 May 1943 in Huntington.

311. Ollie Pearl[5] Taylor (Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). She married William Robert Howard. Children:

iv. Irene Belle. Born 5 Dec 1917. She married Harold Taylor. In 2004 she lived in Princeton, W.Va.311. vi. William Sunday. Born 29 May 1921.

vii. Helen Ruth. Born 28 Feb 1924. She married Unknown Finney. In 2004 she lived in Lebanon, Va.

315. Paul Jack[5] Taylor (called Jack) (Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Died in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

He married Blanche Stump, daughter of Thomas D. Stump and Caroline Ray. Born 6 Jun 1906 in Russell Co., Va. Died 3 Mar 1988 in Marietta, Ga. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.. Blanche had a social security number issued in 1952 in

Virginia, 228-44-0419. She was a sister of Thomas Roland Stump, who married sixth-generation Martin descendant Margaret Honaker. Children:

315. i. Raymond L.[6] (called Buddy) Born 15 Apr 1934.ii. Beatrice. Born 3 Jan 1935 in Russell Co., Va. She married Clyde Hughes, seventh-generation

Martin descendant, son of Leonard Henry Hughes and Maggie Honaker. Born 18 Jun 1935. Died 18 Apr 1994 in a boating accident. There were no children.

315. iii. Kathleen. Born 16 Aug 1937.315. iv. Jimmie. Born 2 Nov 1939.

318. Benjamin Franklin[5] Barrett (called Ben) (James Harvey[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]).

318. viii. Donald Lee. Born 5 Oct 1932 in Russell Co., Va.

325. Sadie Mae[5] Barrett (called Rhea) (Edward Robert[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Mar 1908 in Gardner, Va. Died 26 Nov 2001 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Nov 2001: Honaker [Va.]—Funeral services for Sadie M. Ball will be conducted at 11 alm. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Mike Ward officiating. Interment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Mrs. Ball, 93, passed away Mon., Nov. 26, 2001, in a Lebanon hospital. Born Mar. 8, 1908, in Gardner, Va., she was a daughter of the late Edward R. and Mattie Jane Ball Barrett. She had spent her entire life in the Honaker area and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Honaker. She was a retired school teacher of Russell County School System, having taught for some 50 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hollis M. Ball and four brothers. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Pat Smith of Atlanta, Ga.; one son, Bobby J. Ball of Honaker; four grandchildren, Janenne Springer, Sabrina Smith, Amy Benites and Jill Bizzel; and four great grandchildren. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge. Children:

325. i. Bobby Jack[5] (called Bob). Born 5 Mar 1939 in Richlands, Va.325. ii. Patsy Sue. Born in Richlands, Va.

Sixth Generation

2.vi.vi.vi.i. Freda[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1918 in Boone Co., W.Va. Died of leukemia in 1950 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married Fred Livesay. Children:

i. Shirley[7].ii. Jack.iii. Jerry.

2.vi.vi.vi.ii. Harold[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1921 in Boone Co., W.Va.

He married Reva Dent, daughter of Frank Dent, ca. 1945 in Fayette Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Linda[7]. Born in Fayette Co., W.Va. She married R.C. Huffer.2.vi.vi.vi.ii. ii. Edward.2.vi.vi.vi.ii. iii. James.

2.vi.vi.vi.iii. Ila Jean[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1924 in Boone Co., W.Va. Died of cancer in 1978 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married, first, Russell Livesey. Children:

i. Lawrence Edward[7].ii. Sharon.iii. David Livesey [Hall]. He was adopted by Ralph Hall.

She married, second, Ralph Hall. Children:

iv. Vivian Jean. She married Joseph Lopez.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv. Russell Ray[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1927 in Morrisvale, Boone Co., W.Va.

He married Hattie Josephine McCallister, daughter of Charles Howard McCallister and Catherine Marie Esque (also reported as Escue), 6 Oct 1947 in Fayette Co., W.Va. Born 6 Oct 1931 in Fayette County. Children:

2.vi.vi.vi.iv. i. Brenda Jane[7]. Born 26 Aug 1948. 2.vi.vi.vi.iv. ii. Barbara Ellen. Born 10 Dec 1950. 2.vi.vi.vi.iv. iii. Patty Jo. Born 3 Sep 1952.

iv. Russell R., Jr. Born 6 Aug 1954 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va. He married, first, Betty Phillips in 1975 in Beaufort, S.C. She brought three children to the marriage, Renae Harvard, Christy Philips, and Jimmy Philips. He married, second, Susan Nagorniak in Jun 1997 in Beaufort, S.C. She brought two children to the marriage, Gregory Nagorniak and Christopher Nagorniak.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv. v. Terry Dee (twin). Born 23 Sep 1959. 2.vi.vi.vi.iv. vi. Gary Lee (twin). Born 23 Sep 1959.

2.vi.vi.vi.vi. Billy[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Jun 1929 in Fayette Co., W.Va. Died 25 Feb 1987 in Fayette County.

He married Nelma Harden 27 Jun 1947. Children:

i. Larry[7]. Born in 1956.

2.vi.vi.vi.vii. Joann[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1938 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married, first, Unknown Baker.She married, second, Oscar Richmond. Children:

i. Steve[7].ii. Kenneth.iii. Sandy.

2.vi.vi.vi.viii. Joan[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1940 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married George Fowler. Children:

i. Carol[7].ii. Jeff.iii. Timmy.

2.vi.vi.vi.ix. Judy[6] Hobbs (Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1946 in Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married George Fizer. Children:

i. Andy[7].ii. Willie.iii. Dana.iv. Daniel.

2.vi.vi.ix.viii. Clara Marie[6] Lacy (Dennie Dosha[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Aug 1918 in Boone or Fayette Co., W.Va. Died 17 Mar 1966 in Fayette County.

She married Unknown Arthur. Children:

i. Patricia Kay[7]. Born 27 Jul 1954.

4.vi.i.ii.vii. Betty Frances[6] Browning (William Riley[5], Sarah[4], Cosby[3], Mary M.[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Aug 1937.She married Walter Boyd. Children:

i. Chris Edward[7]. Born 15 Mar 1958.ii. Sharon Lee. Born 8 Jul 1965. She married Unknown Cox and used the surname Boyd-Cox. In

2000 she lived in Myrtle Beach, S.C., and was a genealogical hobbyist.iii. Karen Lynn. Born 12 Aug 1966.iv. Brian Scott. Born 17 Nov 1968.

6.i.i.v. Gertrude Geneva[6] Monroe (Harvey Albert[5], Minerva[4], William[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jun 1908 in Looneyville, W.Va. Died 14 Sep 1991 in Meigs Co., Ohio. Buried in Coolville, Ohio.

She married Jacob Fredrick Zumbach 13 Jul 1929. Born 13 Mar 1894 in Helvetia, W.Va. Died 21 Dec 1965 in Meigs Co., Ohio. Buried in Coolville. Children:

i. Beulah Mae[7]. Born 11 May 1930 in Tuscarawas Co., Ohio.6.i.i.v. ii. Robert Ray. Born 19 Feb 1932 in Meigs Co., Ohio.

iii. Nancy Lee. Born 15 Apr 1946 in Meigs County. She married Herman Samuel Schul 31 Jul 1964 in Long Bottom, Ohio.

6.iii.i.i.i. Delbert L.[6] Canterbury (Bertha Cathern[5], Frances F.[4], Mary[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 1922. Died 1983.

He married Bonnie Reba Abbott, daughter of Lewis A. Abbott and Bertha Critchfield. Born 16 Mar 1927 in Clio, Roane Co., W.Va. Children:

i. C. Lee[7]. Born 25 Apr 1950 in Parkersburg, W.Va. He married Karin Lydia Seeber 8 Mar 1973 in Roane County.

6.vii.ii.i.i. Melvin Ferris[6] Hunt (called Ferris) (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jul 1906 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 27 Dec 1964. He lived near his mother in Cleveland, Texas.

He married, first, Willa Bell Walters.He married, second, Pauline Smith McNight (called Polly). She was first married to Unknown McKnight. After

Ferris died, she married Fletcher Lewis. Children (of Melvin and Polly):

6.vii.ii.i.i. i. Melvin Ferris[7], Jr. Born 18 Nov 1952.

6.vii.ii.i.ii. Mabel Ester[6] Hunt (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Oct 1908 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 22 May 1963 (also 27 Dec 1964). Buried in London Cem. near Montgomery, W.Va.

She married Alva Jarrett. Born 19 Apr 1897. Died 31 May 1973. Buried in London Cem.. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.ii. i. Woodrow Wilson[7]. Born 31 Oct 1927.ii. Leona Mabel. Born 19 Nov 1929. She married Carl A. Dooley (called Jack).

6.vii.ii.i.iii. Lawrence Bruce[6] Hunt (called Bruce) (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jul 1911 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 28 Nov 1985. Buried in Clover [W.Va.] Cem..

He married Bessie Miller 9 Apr 1933. Buried in Clover Cem.. Children:

i. Anna Bell[7]. Born and died 13 Mar 1934.6.vii.ii.i.iii. ii. Virginia Gaye. Born 5 Jul 1937.6.vii.ii.i.iii. iii. Patricia Ann. Born 18 Aug 1939.

6.vii.ii.i.iii. iv. Lawrence Henry. Born 8 Oct 1942.

6.vii.ii.i.iv. Robert Roy[6] Hunt (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1913 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va. Died 2 Feb 1973.

He married Pauline Maud Edgell (called Polly). Born 25 Apr 1918. She was living in 2001. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.iv. i. Evelyn Joann[7] (called Joann). Born 15 Aug 1937.6.vii.ii.i.iv. ii. Eugene Lee. Born 23 Mar 1939.

6.vii.ii.i.v. Sophia Virginia[6] Hunt (called Virginia) (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Birth records recorded the name as Virginia. Born 26 Jun 1916 in Wanego, Roane Co., W.Va. She attended Spencer [W.Va.] High School, worked as a secretary for eight years for the State Highway Commission, Roane Co., W.Va., and worked in the sewing department of the Spencer Sweater Factory. In 2001 she lived in Spencer with her husband.

She married Gene Francis Elmore, son of Jacob Ott Elmore and Mary Jane Looney, 17 May 1935. Born 14 Aug 1910. He graduated from Spencer High School in the 1930s, attended Glenville [W.Va.] College for two years, then transferred to West Virginia University, Morgantown. He left college several classes shy of a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. During the Great Depression he worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps throughout central West Virginia. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy after Pearl Harbor, completed basic training in Chicago, and was based in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he weathered a hurricane and made aircraft electrical parts for the Navy. After leaving the service, he worked as an Internal Revenue Service agent in the Charleston, Ripley, and Parkersburg, W.Va. areas. After retiring, he worked as an income tax filer in Spencer. He worked on his family’s genealogy for more than 40 years. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.v. i. Gene Francis[7] Jr. Born 21 Mar 1936 in Clarksburg, Harrison Co., W.Va.6.vii.ii.i.v. ii. Sondra Leigh. Born 13 Nov 1941 in Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va.6.vii.ii.i.v. iii. Virginia Lynn (called Ginny). Born 18 Oct 1945 in Spencer.

6.vii.ii.i.vi. Evelyn Maud[6] Hunt (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Dec 1918 in Tariff or Cabin Creek, W.Va. She was living in 2001.

She married Don Meredith Looney, son of Clyde Looney and Chessie Ledsome. Born 13 Mar 1918. Buried in Clover [W.Va.] Cem.. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.vi. i. Stephen Meredith[7]. Born 17 Dec unknown year.

6.vii.ii.i.vii. George Henry[6] Hunt Jr. (George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Oct 1927 in Tariff, W.Va. Died 15 Apr 1977. Buried in Clover [W.Va.] Cem..

He married Mildred Blanche Simmons. Born 19 Jun 1927. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.vii. i. George Stanley[7] (called Stanley). Born 13 Jul 1948.6.vii.ii.i.vii. ii. Crystal Kay. Born 29 Jul 1956.

6.vii.ii.iii.ii. Rastus[6] Ellison (Mary Ester[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jan 1908. Died 19 Feb 1974.

He married Dela Gay Jarvis in Mar 1929. Children:

i. William Hoyt[7]. He married Dorothy Trissler and had four unknown children.ii. Donald Grey. He married Patricia Codam and had four unknown children.iii. Harold Smith. He married Avis Watten and had four unknown children.iv. Richard Bruce. He married Inez Watten and had four unknown children.v. Buell Dewayne. He married Sharon Snodgrass and had three unknown children.

6.vii.ii.iii.iii. Otto[6] Ellison (called Ott) (Mary Ester[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Nov 1913. Died 21 Oct 1975.

He married Orva Tucker. Children:

i. Nolan Gene[7]. He married Christine Roberts.6.vii.ii.iii.iii. ii. Cyrus Lee.

iii. Noel Bland. He married Nancy Blankenship and had three unknown children.

6.vii.ii.iii.iv. Hazel[6] Ellison (Mary Ester[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jun 1919.

She married Burl Bullard. Children:

i. Sandra Karen[7]. She married Orville Hackney. There were no children.ii. Frances Eloise. She married Jack Tawney. There were two unknown sons.iii. John Edward. He married Eloise Tanner. There were no children.iv. Victoria Lynn. She married Rick DeWeese. There were two unknown sons.

6.vii.ii.vii.i. Clarence Everett[6] Hunt (Carey Everett[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Jun 1909. Died 2 May 1964.

He married Lona Justice. Children:

i. George Yvetta[7]. Born 1 Jan 1933.ii. Betty Lou. Born 23 Jul 1934.iii. Dorsalee Clarence. Born 29 Jun 1936.iv. Fred Neal. Born 1 Apr 1941.v. Deanna Ann. Born 27 Feb 1945.

6.vii.ii.xi.i. Nancy Mildred[6] Hunt (Albert Lawrence[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Sep 1919.

She married Charles M. Fischer. Children:

6.vii.ii.xi.i. i. Nancy Madelyn[7]. Born 8 Mar 1944.

6.vii.ii.xi.ii. Naomi Madelyn[6] Hunt (Albert Lawrence[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]).Born 17 Feb 1923.

She married Edward C. Ruppert 27 May 1947. Children:

i. Michael Craig[7]. Born 3 Feb 1951.

6.xi.ix.i.ii. John Earl[6] Hornick (Mollie[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Died ca. 1998 in Akron, Ohio.

He married Eleanor Unknown. Children:

i. Karen[7].ii. Sharon.

6.xi.ix.vi.i. Judy[6] Monroe (Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Oct 1946 in Valdese, N.C.

She married, first, Lewis Thomas McElwayne, son of Henry McElwayne and Maggie Starcher, 19 Jun 1965 in Lorain, Ohio. Born ca. 1943. Children:

6.xi.ix.vi.i. i. Mollie Marie[7]. Born 9 Feb 1966.6.xi.ix.vi.i. ii. Amy Lynn. Born 14 Feb 1969.

6.xi.ix.vi.i. iii. Jason Thomas. Born 17 Jul 1972.

She married, second, Ronald Driver, son of Johnny Driver and Marie Unknown, 5 Dec 1976 in Lorain. Born in Lorain.

6.xi.ix.vi.ii. Nancy[6] Monroe (Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Dec 1949 in Valdese, N.C.

She married, first, Gilbert W. Smith, son of Gilbert Brown and Laverne Harvey, 20 Jul 1968 in Morganton, N.C. Born 10 Feb 1949 in Lorain, Ohio. Children:

6.xi.ix.vi.ii. i. Cheryl Ann[7]. Born 5 Dec 1969.ii. Melody Kay. Born 30 Sep 1972 in Amherst, Ohio. She married Eric Wesley Isenhour 21 Sep 1996

in Hickory, N.C. Born 13 Sep 1968 in Hickory.

She married, second, Ronny D. Jergenson, son of Edwin Jergenson and Luda Frye, 31 Oct 1992 in Gaffney, S.C. Born 31 Aug 1949 in Wisconsin.

8.i.ii.ii. Earnest[6] Honaker (called Ernie) (James Preston[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jun 1885 in Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 29 Oct 1966 in Stockbridge, Ingham Co., Mich.

He married Myrtle Sue Ramey, daughter of Charles G. Ramey and Rebecca Jane Salver, 1905. Born 1884 in Johnson Co., Ky. Died 21 Mar 1973 in Stockbridge. Buried in Stockbridge. Children:

i. Bert[7]. Born and died 4 Apr 1906.ii. Roy. Born 1 Apr 1907 in Royalton, Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 1982 in Indiana. He married Anna

Lewis.8.i.ii.ii. iii. Ralph. Born 3 Dec 1908 in Ivyton, Magoffin Co., Ky. 8.i.ii.ii. iv. Lena. Born ca. 1911 in Kentucky.8.i.ii.ii. v. Raymond. Born 27 Feb 1912 in Salyersville, Magoffin Co., Ky.

vi. Dixie Mae. Born 13 Sep 1913 in Rulville, Johnson Co., Ky. Died 27 Feb 2002 in Munith, Jackson Co., Mich. Buried Stockbridge, Ingham Co., Mich. She married Crusoe Leo West (called Leo) 27 Aug 1930 in Bonanza, Floyd Co., Ky.

vii. June. Born ca. 1915 in Kentucky. She married, first, Johnnie Adams. She married, second, Ashland McFarland.

viii. Thelma. Born ca. 1916 in Kentucky. She married Elba Slone.ix. Robert. Born ca. 1918 in Kentucky.x. Dolly. Born 12 Feb 1920. Died 1993 in Ohio. She married, first, Unknown Blevins. She married,

second, Unknown Corneilson.8.i.ii.ii. xi. Olga Lee. Born 1923.

xii. Jay C. Born 4 Sep 1924. Died 10 May 1959 in Michigan. He married Norma Hines.xiii. Earnest Earl.Born and died 19 Dec 1926.xiv. Theodore (called Ted.) Born 29 Jul 1928. Died 8 Aug 2002. He married June Johnson.

8.i.iii.i. James W.[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Dec 1883 in West Virginia. Died Apr 1965 in Orlando, Orange Co., Fla.

He married Marquette M. Chapman 1 Jun 1907. Born ca. 1889 in West Virginia. Children:

i. Charles L.[7] Born ca. 1889 in West Virginia.ii. Earnest. Born ca. 1910 in West Virginia.iii. Lillian G. Born ca. 1913.iv. Pansy M. Born ca. 1915 in West Virginia.

8.i.iii.i. v. James R. Born 29 Dec 1918 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va.vi. Mary E. Born ca. 1928.

8.i.iii.iii. William Reed[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Jan 1890 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 16 Jul 1975. Buried Culloden Cem., Cabell Co., W.Va. He and his second wife, Lois, were

enumerated in the 1930 and 1940 censuses living in Cabell County, and Lois was listed on his World War II draft registration.

He married, first, Clara Weeks 9 Feb 1913 in Cabell Co., W.Va. They divorced. He married, second, Lois Inez Lee, daughter of Robert Edweard Lee and Elizabeth Pridemore, 28 Feb 1920 in

Logan Co., W.Va. Born 10 Aug 1902 in Logan, Logan County. Died 12 Dec 1958 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried Culloden Cem. Children:

i. Nellie M.[7] Born 1921.ii. William R. Born 1922.iii. Bettie L. Born 1926.iv. Robert Franklin. Born 1929 in Logan. He married Joyce Johanna Woody 25 Jul 1948 in Cabell

County.v. Richard. Born 1932.

He married, third, Hester Ann Janey Mar 1959 in Cabell County.

8.i.iii.iv. Clarence Homer[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Oct 1893 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died Jul 1975 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va.

He married Madge Irene Harshbarger, daughter of Henry Harshbarger and Armetta Rosina Millirons. Born 9 Jun 1898 in West Virginia. Died 15 Mar 1992 in Huntington. Children:

i. Clario Neal[7] (called Jim). Born 5 Jul 1919 in West Virginia. Died 29 Dec 1999 in Huntington. Buried in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington. He married Susan Frum.

Unknown newspaper and date: Clario N. “Jim” Jimison, 82, of Huntington died Dec. 29, 1999, in Woodlands Health Care. He was a native of McConnell, received a doctorate in chemical engineering from West Virginia University and was a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. He was president of C.H. Jimison & Sons Construction Co. Surviving wife, Susie Frum Jimison; sisters, Mildred Leuterman of Huntington, Agnes Ashworth of Richmond, Va., Peggy Rutherford of Galena, Ohio; caregivers, Dora Ann Tackett, Connie Walker, Pam Wiley and Hazel Hensley; several nieces and nephews. Service will be private. Burial will be in Woodmere Memorial Park. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary, Huntington.

8.i.iii.iv. ii. Mildred Aileen. Born 30 Sep 1919 in Logan, W.Va. iii. Peggy. She married Richard Retherford.iv. Agnes Dele. Born 24 Apr 1923. Died 15 Aug 2011 in Richmond, Va. She married James Gordon

Ashworth.v. Jack Harder. Born 11 Jun 1925 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 20 Jun 1998 in Palm Beach, Palm

Beach Co., Fla. He married Unknown Goodwin.

8.i.iii.v. Shirley Edgel[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Nov 1896 in West Virginia. Died Mar 1979 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va.

He married Marie Unknown. Born ca. 1902. Died 26 Dec 1987 in Huntington. Children:

i. Lahana R.[7] Born ca. 1919 in West Virginia.ii. Eldred. Born ca. 1921 in West Virginia.iii. Edwin. Born ca. 1923 in West Virginia.iv. Clifford. Born ca. 1925 in West Virginia.

8.i.iii.vi. Tessie Susan[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Jun 1899 in Logan, Logan Co., (also reported as Cabell Co.,) W.Va. Died Mar 1975 in Boones Mill, Franklin Co., Va.

She married Winfred Davis Browning, son of Samuel Scott Browning and Roxie Bell Hicks, 16 Jan 1915 in Logan Co., W.Va. Born 17 Jul 1892 in Logan, Logan County. Children:

i. T. Pauline[7]. Born ca. 1915 in West Virginia.ii. Leslie Clyde. Born 16 Oct 1917 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died Apr 1974 in West Virginia.

He married Dorothy Elizabeth Coffey.iii. Ruby B. Born ca. 1919 in West Virginia.

iv. Winifrede E. Born ca. 1921 in West Virginia.v. Vivian L. Born ca. 1924 in West Virginia.vi. Roy L. Born ca. 1927 in West Virginia.

8.i.iii.viii. Edith J.[6] Jimison (Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jun 1903 in West Virginia. Died 9 Jul 1937 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Buried Culloden [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County.

She married Fred Austin. Born 1899 in Virginia. Children:

i. Frederick[7]. Born 1922. Died 1926. Buried in Culloden Cem..

8.iv.vi.i. Thomas Earl[6] Harberr (Dora Belle[5], Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Mar 1902 in Rome, Adams Co., Ohio. Died 19 Mar 1982 in Blooming Prairie, Minn.

He married Viola J. Selstad 13 Sep 1924 in Mower Co., Minn. Born 17 Oct 1901 in Mower County. Died 5 Jan 1990 in Blooming Prairie. Children:

i. Dorothy V.[7] [Harbour] Born 1926 in Minnesota. Died 1988 in Rice, Benton Co., Minn. She married Russell Gene Kruger.

ii. Betty J. [Harbour] Born 30 Dec 1928 in Minnesota. Died 11 Feb 2002 in Olmstead Co., Minn. She married Clifford Hugo Bruggeman.

iii. Robert E. Born 1929.

8.iv.vi.ii. Leonard Layne[6] Harberr (Dora Belle[5], Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Sep 1905 in Minnesota. Died 1977 in Austin, Mower Co., Minn.

He married Gertrude Leona Bagley. Born 10 Oct 1908 in Minnesota. Died 20 Jun 1987 in Udolpho, Mower Co., Minn. Children:

i. Barbara Ann[7]. [Harbor] Born 10 May 1936 in Austin, Minn. Died 1987 in Fergus Falls, Otter Tail Co., Minn. She married Unknown Lillquest 3 Apr 1931 in Austin.

8.iv.v.iii. Audphor Ancil[6] Lawson (called Cotton) (Lola Dell[5], Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Mar 1909 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 19 Jan 1987 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Lawson Cem., Big Creek Road, Lincoln Co., W.Va.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 22 Jan 1987: Services today for Audphor Ancil Lawson of Hamlin, W.Va., Route 2, at 11 a.m. Open Door Bible Church; Lawson Cem..

He married Essie Inez Smith 23 Dec 1931 in Lincoln County. Born 29 Nov 1909 in Putnam County. Died 10 Jun 1993 in Putnam County. Buried in Lawson Cem.. Children:

i. Elizabeth Ann[7].ii. Betty Jo.

8.iv.v.iii. iii. Tommy Allen (called Tom). Born 5 Sep 1936.iv. Freddie R.v. Eddie G.vi. Helen J.

8.iv.v.iv. Everett Carl[6] Lawson (Lola Dell[5], Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Aug 1912 in Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died 3 Feb 1970 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Lawson Cem., Big Creek Road, Putnam Co., W.Va.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 4 Feb 1970: Carl E. Lawson, 57, of 732½ Burlington Rd., Huntington, formerly of Hamlin, died Tuesday in a Huntington hospital. Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Koontz Funeral Home at Hamlin by the Rev. John Hockenberry Jr. Burial will be in Lawson Cem. near Hamlin. Born Aug. 11, 1912, he was a son of Mrs. Lola Lawson of Hamlin Rt. 1 and the late L.E. Lawson. Survivors include the widow, Edith Pyles Lawson; a son, Eugene Lawson of Columbus, Ohio; a daughter, Mrs. Zoeanne Barnhart of Columbus; a brother, Audphor Lawson of Hamlin; a half brother, James A. Thompson of Akron, Ohio, and eight grandchildren.

He married Edith Pyles. Children:

i. Eugene[7].ii. Zoeanne. She married Unknown Barnhart.

8.vi.i.i. Weldon Miller[6] Honaker (Mack Lee[5], Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Dec 1912 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 26 Dec 1958 in Huntington. Buried in Miller Cem., Ohio.

Unknown Huntington newspaper: Weldon Miller Honaker, 46 years old, 2415 Eighth Avenue, who died yesterday in a Huntington hospital, will be buried in the Miller Cem. following funeral services at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at the Willis Funeral Home with John Garrido and the Rev. Herbert Varney officiating. Mr. Honaker was a painting contractor and a veteran of World War II. Survivors include the widow, Mrs. Mary Kathryn Honaker, a daughter, Mrs. Patricia Black of Huntington; a sister, Miss Toni Honaker of Indianapolis; the father, Mack Honaker of Huntington, and two grandchildren. The body is at the funeral home, where friends may call after 4 p.m. today.

He married Mary Kathryn Unknown. Children:

i. Patricia[7]. She married Unknown Black and had two children.

8.vi.v.i. Marie H.[6] Honaker (Clyde Edmund[5], Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Feb 1923 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 16 Apr 2002 in Huntington. Buried Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington.

Unknown Huntington newspaper: Marie Honaker Cartwright, 79, of Huntington died Tue., April 16, 2002, at her home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sat., April 20, 2002, at the Wallace Funeral Home and Chapel by the Rev. Tim Conrad. Burial will be in Ridgelawn Memorial Park. She was born Feb. 8, 1923, in Huntington, a daughter of the late Clyde and Bess Adkins Honaker. She was also preceded in death by three brothers-in-law, three sisters-in-law, and one nephew. She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Victor L. Cartwright; one son and daughter-in-law, David and Rene Cartwright; three grandchildren, Daniel Cartwright, Elizabeth Cartwright and Sarah Cartwright; two brothers-in-law and wives; one sister-in-law and husband; thirteen very special nieces and nepews; and other extended family members. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Wallace Funeral Home.

She married Victor L. Cartwright 21 Feb 1948 in Centenary Methodist Church, Ashland, Ky. Children:

8.vi.v.i. i. David.[7].

8.vi.vii.i. Paul Harrison[6] Dirton Jr. (Hazel L.[5], Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Oct 1928 in Barboursville, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 3 Mar 2012 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington.

Unknown Huntington newspaper: Paul H. “Ted” Dirton, Jr., 83 years old, of Huntington, W.Va., husband of Honey Menear Dirton, passed away on March 3, 2012. He was born on Oct. 8, 1928 in Barboursville, W.Va., a son of the late Paul and Hazel Honaker Dirton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Rebecca Lynn. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children and their spouses, Robin and Phillip Skeens, Scott and Trudy Menear, and Jonathan Dirton; seven grandchildren and their spouses, Christopher and Felicia, Drew and Alyssa, Felix, Nick, Matthew, Brooke and Tallulah; one great grandson, Ezekiel Hunter Skeens. Mr. Dirton was a member of the Sixth Avenue Church of Christ, worked for Service Warehouse for more than 25 years and retired from Big Bear. Funeral service at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, with Minister George Plantz officiating. Burial at Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington.

He married Honey Menear. Children:

i. Rebecca Lynn[7]. Died before 2012.ii. Robin. She married Phillip Skeens.iii. Jonathan.

8.vii.iii.iii. Ruth Lucille[6] Honaker (James Everett[5], Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 May 1924 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Died 11 Sep 1997 in Marion, Marion Co., Ohio.

She married, first, Ned Clevenger. Born 1919. Died 25 Mar 1945 in Columbus.She married, second, John Henry Ferrin, son of Charles Ferrin and Hazel Leah Loel, 24 May 1941 in Columbus.

Born 4 Mar 1918 in Columbus. Died 28 May 1994 in Marion. Children:

i. Sandra Kay[7]. Born 16 Jul 1957 in Ohio. Died 10 Aug 2003 in Marion. Buried Grand Prairie Cem., Brush Ridge, Marion County. She married John E. Eaches 18 Dec 1976.

ii. Thomas Eugene.iii. Mary Lou.iv. Richard.v. Frank.vi. Mike.

vii. Vicki.

8.vii.iii.iv. Mary Elizabeth[6] Honaker (James Everett[5], Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Dec 1925 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Died 2 May 1994 in Brazoria, Brazoria Co., Texas.

She married Isaac Nicholis Schneider, son of Casper Schneider and Mary Maud Whealdon. Born 3 Jun 1912 in Mason, W.Va. Died 7 May 1996 in Marion, Marion Co., Ohio. Buried Agosta Cem., New Bloomington, Marion County. Children:

i. Charles Isaac Dillen[7].ii. Daniel Keith.iii. Ellen May. Born 9 Apr 1952. Died 20 Nov 1996. Buried Agosta Cem.. She married

Unknown Edwards.iv. Gloria Jean.v. Nancy Lynn.vi. Nicholis Jay. Born 10 Jun 1953 in Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. Died 1 Oct 1953 in Norwalk.

Buried in North Fairfield [Ohio] Cem., Huron County.vii. Ruth Ann.

8.vii.iii.viii. Dixie Ann[6] Honaker (James Everett[5], Parker Smith[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Mar 1936 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Died 25 Feb 2008 in McAllen, Hidalgo Co., Texas. Buried Marlborough Cem., Delaware Co., Ohio.

Unknown newspaper and date: Dixie Ann (Honaker) Meadows, 71, of McAllen, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Mon., Feb. 25, 2008, after a brief illness. She was born March 13, 1936, in Columbus, to the late Everett and Elizabeth (Carol) Honaker. On Aug. 25, 1952, she married Raymond S. Meadows and he preceded her in death on June 17, 2004. She is survived by one sister, Georgia Farrow, Marion, a brother, LeeRoy Honaker, Upper Sandusky, six children, Brad (Nancy) Meadows, Sycamore, Dennis Meadows, Greenville, S.C., Gary (Mary) Meadows, Monroeville, Doug (Vicki) Meadows, Riverside, Calif., Karen (Dale) Yontz, McAllen, Texas, Julia (Phillip) Bettencourt, Atwater, Calif., 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband and her son, Timothy Meadows. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Sat., March 1, 2008, at the Calvary Bible Baptist Church with the Rev. Floyd Radebaugh officiating. Burial will follow at Marlborough Cem. in Delaware. Boyd Funeral Home officiating.

She married Raymond S. Meadows, son of David Stanley Meadows and Lucy B. Evans, 25 Aug 1952. Born 25 Aug 1930 in Huntingon, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 17 Jun 2004 in Baptist Northeast Hospital, LaGrange, Oldham Co., Ky. Buried in Marlborough Cem..

Unknown newspaper and date: Raymond S. Meadows, 75, of Nevada, died at 5:48 a.m. Thurs., June 17, 2004, at the Baptist Northeast Hospital in LaGrange, Ky. Born on Aug. 25, 1930, in Huntington, W.Va., he was the son of the late David Stanley and Lucy (Evans) Meadows. On Aug. 25, 1952, he married Dixie A. Honaker, who survives. He was a welder at Marion Metal for several years before retiring. He attended Calvary Bible Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. He is survived by four sons, Bradley E. (Nancy) Meadows of Sycamore, Dennis D. Meadows of Greenville, Gary L. (Mary) Meadows of Sandusky and Douglas A. (Vicki) Meadows of Riverside, Calif., two daughters, Karen F. (Dale) Yontz of McAllen, Texas, and Julia G. (Phillip) Bettencourt of Atwater, Calif.; 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Elza M. Meadows of Columbus and Herb (Ruby) Meadows of Circleville; and three sisters, Neva (Dan) Smith of Baltimore, Md., Marie (Jim) Hickey of Columbus and Glena Vest of Waverly. He was preceded in death by a son, Timothy R. Meadows; four brothers, Reece, Ermin, David and Leonard Meadows; two sisters, Irene and Norene Meadows; and a granddaughter, Holly Meadows. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Tue., June 22, 2004 at Calvary Bible Baptist Church, 1419 Linn Hipsher Road with the Rev. Floyd Radebaugh officiating. Burial is in Marlborough Cem. in Delaware. Boyd Funeral Home officiating.

Children:

i. Timothy Ray.[7] Born 18 Oct 1952. Died 21 Jul 1970 when killed during a canoe trip in Ontario, Canada. Buried in Marlborough Cem..

ii. Bradley E. He married Nancy Unknown.iii. Dennis D.iv. Gary L. He married Mary Unknown.v. Douglas A. He married Vicki Unknown.vi. Karen F. She married Dale Yontz.vii. Julia G. She married Phillip Bettencourt.

13.iv.iii.viii. Harry Reaford[6] Giles (Atlas Burnett[5], Mary Ann[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 20 Sep 1935 in Parrott, Pulaski Co., Va. He enjoyed woodcarving, working with metal and deer horns, collecting and working on guns.

He married Shirley Ellen Scott, daughter of Grover Scott and Hazel Minnick, 22 Sep 1956 in Pulaski County. Born 1 Apr 1938 in Pulaski County. She enjoyed quiltmaking. Children:

13.iv.iii.viii. i. Patricia Ann[7]. (called Robin) Born 21 Mar 1959 in Radford, Va. ii. Harry R., Jr. Born 30 Dec 1972 in Radford.

8.vi.iv.i. Marie[6] Honaker (Clyde Edmund[5], Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married Victor Cartwright. Children:

i. David[7].

9.iv.ii.vii. Kathleen Arbutus[6] Kelly (Robert S.[5], Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1914 in Virginia.

She married Wallace Angel. Children:

i. Maureen[7]. She married Unknown Moffett.ii. Marie. She married Unknown Combs.

9.iv.ii.vii. iii. Ronald[7]. Born 15 Jul 1937 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va.

9.iv.ii.xi. Henry Ford[6] Kelly (Robert S.[5], Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Jun 1927 in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio. Died 13 Nov 2004 in Rossville, Baltimore Co., Md. Buried in St. Matthews Cem., Baltimore, Md. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to Jun 1946. After he and his first wife divorced, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps, then in the Merchant Marine, and later moved to Chicago, Ill., where he sang and played guitar in bars. His voice reportedly resembled that of Frankie Lane, a noted professional. His social security card was issued to him in West Virginia before 1951. He moved to Baltimore, Md., before 1960, where he remarried, started a second family, and worked at Bethlehem Steel where he was exposed to asbestos and developed lung disease. One lung was removed ca. 2002.

He married, first, Thelma Jean Hale (called Jean), daughter of Ernest Hale and Thelma Carter, 10 Aug 1945 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. They divorced in 1949. She later married Unknown Morris. She last lived in Key Colony Beach, Monroe Co., Fla. Born 27 Jan 1929 in Bluefield. Died of cardiac failure 2 Mar 2001 in Miami, Dade Co., Fla. The remains were scattered at sea off Key Colony Beach. Children:

9.iv.ii.xi. i. Linda Sue[7]. Born 9 Jul 1946 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va.

He married, second, Louise Unknown before 1960 in Baltimore, Md. Died in Baltimore. Buried between her parents and husband in St. Matthews Cem.. Children:

ii. Lela.iii. Glenna.

10.iv.i.i. Oscar Kill[6] Syck (Cora Alice[5], Nancy Ann[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Aug 1912 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 16 Feb 1994 in Ashland, Boyd Co., Ky. He was a carpenter and farmer.

He married Mattie Ethel[6] Maynard (Mary[1]) in Pike Co., Ky. Born 17 Sep 1898 in Pike County. Died 10 Jun 1961 in Pike County. Buried in Taylor Family Cem., Pike County. Children:

10.iv.i.i. i. Pebble Gay[7]. Born 2 Apr 1939 in Pike Co., Ky.

13.vii.ii.i. James W.[6] Honaker (George[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Sep 1926 in Honaker, Va. Died 4 Jul 2011 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 5 Jul 2011 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Jul 2011: Abingdon, Va.—James W. “Jim” Honaker, age 82, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Mon., July 4, 2011, in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Born Sept. 8, 1926, in Honaker in Russell County, he was a son of the late George and the late Sadie Dye Honaker. He served in the U.S. Army during [World War II] and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ in Lebanon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Miller and Janice Honaker; and one brother, Paul Honaker. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Barbara Honaker; two sons,

Steven Honaker, Abingdon and James “Jimmy” Honaker and wife Crystal, Glade Spring, Va.; three grandchildren, Alissa Honaker, Skye Honaker, and Clayton Honaker, all of Glade Spring. The funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thurs., July 7, 2011, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Toby Hubbard officiating. Interment will follow in the Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon. Military rites will be conducted by the Lebanon VFW Post No. 9864. Serving as pallbearers will be the Honor Guard of the Lebanon V.F.W. Post No. 9864. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Wed., July 6, 2011, at the funeral home. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, VA 24266, (276) 889-4444, is serving the Honaker family.

He married Barbara Unknown. Children:

i. Steven[7].13.vii.ii.i. ii. James.

13.vii.ii.ii. Mary Elizabeth[6] Honaker (George[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 2l Aug 1928 in Honaker, Va. Died 11 Apr 1999 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 14 Apr 1999: Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Miller, age 70, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Apr. 11, 1999 in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born Aug. 21, 1928 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late George and Sadie Dye Honaker. She was a life-long resident of Honaker and was a member of the New Garden Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Cecil Miller of the home; one daughter, Donna Musick of Honaker; one son, George Miller of Honaker; one sister, Janie Cook of Abingdon; one brother, James Honaker of Abingdon; three grandsons, Jonathan Musick, Chris Musick and William Miller also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Bro. Les Ritchie officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

She married Toy Cecil Miller. Born 12 Jul 1922 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Aug 2010 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Aug 2010 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 12 Aug 2010: Mr. Toy Cecil Miller, age 88, of Honaker, Va., passed away Fri., Aug. 6, 2010 at his home. Born July 12, 1922 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Shade William and Maudie Powers Miller. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of Swords Creek Community Baptist Church. A U.S. Army veteran, he served his country during World War II. He worked as a farmer and a carpenter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Honaker Miller; four sisters, five brothers and a special friend, Allen Perkins. Survivors include one daughter, Donna Musick and one son, George Miller both of Honaker; three grandchildren, Jonathan Musick of Honaker and Christopher Musick and William Miller both of North Carolina; three great grandchildren and two step-great grandchildren; two brothers, Easley Miller of Honaker and Hassell Miller of Giles Co., Va.; special friends, Randy Blackwell, Gerald Salyers, Harvey Gent, Jimmy Musick and Harry Kinder; special caregivers, nurses, aides and staff of Russell County Home Health and Hospice and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Musick and Rev. Landon Whited officiating. Interment followed in the Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon, Va. Military graveside honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va. Grandsons and nephews served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Larry Miller, Rocky Miller, Butch Miller, Gerald Salyers, Randy Blackwell, Larry Fuller and Manuel Perkins.

Children:

13.vii.ii.ii. i. Donna[7]. 13.vii.ii.ii. ii. George.

13.vii.iii.i. Perry Lee[6] Honaker (Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Jun 1930 in Honaker, Va. Died 19 Oct 1998 in Interlachen, Fla. The remains were cremated in Interlachen. Perry and his family moved to Ohio when their son Ricky Ray was one month old.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 Oct 1998: Perry L. Honaker, age 68, of Interlachen, Fla., formerly of Honaker, Va., passed away Monday (Oct. 19, 1998) at Interlachen. Born on July 29, 1930 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Paul and Esta Ray Honaker. He spent his early life in the Honaker area and had resided in Florida for the past 35 years. He was a roofer. Survivors include two daughters, Charlotte Strowser and Brenda Smith, both of Columbus, Ohio; three sons, Ronnie Honaker, Ricky Honaker and Gary Honaker, all of Columbus, Ohio; one brother, Wesley Honaker of Honaker; two sisters, Margie Miller of Newport, Va., and Anna Pearl Honaker of Plain City, Ohio; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Obituary information courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker.

He married Juanita Thompson (also reported as Ball), daughter of Ernest Thompson and Rebecca Harris, 3 Feb 1952 in Honaker, Va. They divorced. Children:

i. Charlotte[7]. In 2011 she lived in Sunbury, Ohio. She married Fred Strawser (also Strowser). ii. Brenda. In 2011 she lived in Lewis Center, Ohio. She married Roger Smith (also Schmidt). iii. Ronnie Lee. Born in Lebanon, Va. In 2015 he lived in Hilliard, Ohio. He married Betty Seagraves

(called Pork), daughter of Delmer Seagraves and Betty Unknown.iv. Ricky. He married Cathy Unknown. In 2008 they lived in Cardington, Ohio. In 2011 they lived in

Mt. Gilead, Ohio.v. Gary Dean. Born 25 Jun 1960 in Columbus, Ohio. Died 2 Nov 2011 in Cardington, Ohio. He

married Unknown.Marion [Ohio] Star, 4 Nov 2011: Cardington—Gary Dean Honaker, age 51, of

Cardington died Nov. 2, 2011. He was born on June 25, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio to Perry L. Honaker and Juanita (Thompson) Comstock. Gary was a graduate of Hilliard Darby High School. He spent his days doing heavy landscape construction and lawn care. Survivors include his best friend, Becky Hensel; two “sons”, Spincer Bowman and Jaryd Bowman of Cardington; seven siblings, Charlotte (Fred) Strawser of Sunbury, Brenda (Roger) Schmidt of Lewis Center, Rick (Cathy) Honaker of Mt. Gilead, Ron (Betty) Honaker, Rob (April) Comstock both of Hilliard, Ray Honaker, and Elizabeth Honaker both of Florida, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and all of his biker brothers. A celebration of Gary’s life will be held on Sun., Nov. 6, 2011 at 2 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the First United Methodist Church, 300 South Marion Street in Cardington. Memorial contributions can be made directly to the family to assist with the services. The Gompf Funeral Home in Cardington is assisting the Honaker family with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.gomphfh.com.

vi. Ray. In 2011 he lived in Florida.vii. Elizabeth. In 2011 she lived in Florida.

13.vii.iii.ii. Wesley Belcher[6] Honaker (Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Oct 1931 in Honaker, Va. Died 28 Aug 1999 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker

Lebanon [Va.] News, 1 Sep 1999: Mr. Wesley Belcher Honaker, Sr., age 67, Honaker, Va., passed away Sat., Aug. 28, 1999, at his home. Born on Oct. 4, 1931 at Honaker, he was a son of the late Paul and Esta Ray Honaker. He had resided in the Honaker area his entire life and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean War. Formerly a sergeant with the Virginia Department of Corrections, he retired with 38 years service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Perry Honaker, and one granddaughter, Courtney Leeann Honaker. Survivors include his daughter, Susan P. Miller of Honaker; two sons, William L. Honaker and Wesley B. Honaker, Jr., both of Honaker; two sisters, Margie Miller of Newport, Va., and Anna Pearl Honaker of Plain City, Ohio; four grandchildren, Paul Honaker, Michaela Miller, Sarah J. Honaker and Brittany N. Honaker. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. C. Edward Dalton and Rev. Harless Hess officiating. Interment followed in the Clark Cem. at Honaker. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

He married Nancy Evelyn Cox, daughter of Adam Cox and Dulcie Hopkins, in 1957 in Honaker, Va. They divorced in 1984 in Richlands, Va. Children:

13.vii.iii.ii. i. Wesley Belcher[7] Jr. Born 10 Apr 1958.ii. William Lee. Born 21 Jun 1961 in Lebanon, Va.

13.vii.iii.ii. iii. Susan Paulette. Born 18 Oct 1968.

13.vii.iii.iii. Margie Grace[6] Honaker (Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Sep 1933 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Jun 2003.

She married William Hassel Miller (called Hassel), son of Shade William Miller and Maudie Powers. Born 17 Aug 1929 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

13.vii.iii.iii. i. Mary Ann[7]. Born 31 Oct 1951.13.vii.iii.iii. ii. Rocky Lee. Born 5 May 1955.

13.vii.iv.i. William Lee[6] Honaker (called Jack) (John[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Aug 1934. Died 1 Jan 1983 in Ohio. Buried in Glen Rest Cem., unknown place, Ohio.

Unknown newspaper: William Lee Honaker, age 48, of 2163 Gantz Rd., Grove City, Saturday, Mercy Hospital. Plant manager for Gay Wire Products Co. [Columbus, Ohio], Veteran U.S. Army, Korean Conflict. Survived by wife, Joyce; two daughters and son-in-law, Pamela and Robert McCaleb of Columbus and Kathy Lynn Honaker of the residence;

granddaughter, Nichole McCaleb; four sisters; one brother. Friends may call at Woodyard East Chapel, 2300 E. Livingston Ave., Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m, where service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. William Dinoff officiating. Interment Glen Rest Cem. by O.R. Woodyard, Jr.

He married Joyce Unknown. Children:

13.vii.iv.i. i. Pamela.ii. Kathy Lynn.

13.vii.iv.ii. Joan[6] Honaker (John[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1936 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Sep 2001 in Palatka, Fla.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 26 Sep 2001: Joan Street, 65, of Bostwick, Fla., died Sept. 18, 2001, at the Putnam Community Medical Center in Palatka, Fla., following an extended illness. She was a native of Honaker, Va., and had been a resident of Bostwick for the past 13 years, coming from Honaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Bertha (Clark) Honaker; her husband, Homer Street; one son, Joe Street; and one daughter, Christina Street. She is survived by her companion, John Robert “Bob” Mullins of Bostwick; one son, Richard Street of Abingdon, Va.; three sisters, Reba Street and Carol Ames, both of Battle Creek, Mich., and Ada Honaker of Port Richey, Fla.; five grandchildren; one great-grandson; six nieces and two nephews. Services were at Masters Funeral Home of Palatka, Fla. Memorial gifts may be sent to Wanda Matthews, P.O. Box 527, Bostwick, FL 32007.

She married Homer Street. Children:

i. Joe[7]. Died before 2001.ii. Christina. Died before 2001.iii. Richard.

13.x.iv.i. Virginia[6] Cox (Flora[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married John Street. Children:

i. Darlene[7]. ii. Jackie. iii. Bill. iv. Linda.

13.x.iv.ii. Alice June[6] Cox (called June) (Flora[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jun 1932 in Berwind, W.Va. Died 11 Jun 2008 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, W.Va., 12 Jun 2008 and Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 12 Jun 2008: Richlands, Va.—Alice June Lowry, age 75, of Richlands, Va., passed away Wed., June 11, 2008 at her home. Born June 24, 1932 in Berwind, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Nathan and Flora Honaker Cox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Lowry; and one daughter, Brenda Lee Lowry. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Haze (Sis) Gilbert of Richlands and Mrs. Gordon (Ginger) Mullins of Richlands; one son, Doug Lowry of Richlands; three sisters, Mrs. Gomer (Shirley) Pyles of Richlands, Mrs. Don (Darlene) Case of Wardell and Mrs. John (Virginia) Street of Doran; one granddaughter, Brenda Leigh Ramey of Kingsport, Tenn.; and special friend, Donald Addison. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Fri., June 13, 2008 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with the Rev. Otis Musick officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday (today) at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Lowry family.

She married Paul Lowry. Died before 2008. Children:

i. Brenda Lee[7]. Died before 2008.ii. Carol (called Sis). She married Haze Gilbert.iii. Ginger. She married Gordon Mullins.iv. Doug.

13.x.iv.iii. Shirley[6] Cox (Flora[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).She married, first, James Monk (called Jim). Children:

i. Vickie[7].

ii. Troy.

She married, second Gomer Pyles. 13.x.viii.i. Bill Edward[6] Honaker (Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).Born 11 Jun 1931 in Russell Co., Va. Bill was a disabled factory worker.

He married JoAnn Shelton, daughter of the Rev. Joe H. Shelton, 30 Apr 1960 in Richlands, Va. Born 25 Nov 1941 in Tazewell Co., Va. She was a factory worker. Children:

13.x.viii.i. i. Bill E.,[7] Jr. Born 30 Jul 1961. 13.x.viii.i. ii. Clifford Lee. Born 14 Sep 1965. 13.x.viii.i. iii. Donald Wayne.

13.x.viii.vii. Mary Henrietta[6] Musick (Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1946 in Honaker, Va. Died 31 Aug 2000 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Minton Family Cem., Castlewood, Va.

Obituary (Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Sep 2000): Mary Henrietta Minton, 54, died Thurs., Aug. 31, 2000 in Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Va. She was born in Honaker, Va., the daughter of the late Henry and Ruby Gladys Honaker Musick. She was of the Methodist faith and a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Hobert Minton; one daughter, Melissa Fields of Hamlin, Va.; four sisters, Carrie Alexander of Lebanon, Va., Geraldine Hogston of Cedar Bluff, Va., Darlene Davis of Columbus, Ohio, and Patricia Collins of Fishersville, N.C.; four brothers, Carl Musick of Lebanon, Va., Bill Honaker of Columbus, Ohio, Jerry Michael Musick of Hickory, N.C., and William Lee Musick of Cedar Bluff, Va.; one special son-in-law, Michael “Jigsaw” Fields; one granddaughter, Michaela LeAnn Fields; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Minton were held on Sun., Sept. 3, 2000 at 2 p.m. in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Lyttle, Rev. Bill Snead and Rev. Estol Amburgey officiating. Burial followed in the Minton Family Cem. in Castlewood, Va. Pallbearers were Mark Jackson, Billy Hileman, Haskew Minton, Junior Phillips, Dave Skeens, Hobie Dupie, and David Dupie. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Carey McKain, Dr. Todd Nairn, Dr. Emory Robinette, Dr. Ernest Henry, Paul Tate, Ronnie Mays, Victor McClellan, Ora “Bus” Fields, Garland Hurd, Clarence Jesse, Bernard Chafin and Thomas H. Lyttle. Castlewood Funeral Home was in charge.

She married Hobert Minton, son of Charlie Minton and Nannie Jessee. Born ca. 1926 in Castlewood, Va. Died 8 Feb 2001 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Minton Family Cem., Castlewood.

Obituary (Lebanon [Va.] News, 14 Feb 2001): Hobert Minton, 74, died Thurs., Feb. 8, 2001 in Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center, Kingsport, Tenn. He was born in Castlewood, Va., the son of the late Charlie and Nannie Jessee Minton. Mr. Minton was retired from W&L Construction and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Minton; four sisters, Dorthea Minton, Kathleen Minton, Nora Hurd, and Irene Lyttle; seven brothers, Samuel, Willie Lee, Paul, Rolph O’Connor, Fuller, Claude and William Lincoln Minton. Mr. Minton is survived by his daughter, Melissa Fields of Hamlin, Va.; one granddaughter, Michaela LeAnn Fields, special son-in-law, Michael “Jigsaw” Fields; a sister, Mary Lou [Dupie] of Castlewood; a brother, Kent Minton of Pounding Mill, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Sun., Feb. 11, 2001 at 2 p.m. in Castlewood Funeral Home Chapel in Castlewood, Va., with the Rev. James Lyttle and the Rev. Estol Amburgey officiating. Interment followed in the Minton Family Cem. in Castlewood. Pallbearers were Haskew Minton, Daniel Alexander, Carl Musick, Mark Jackson, Junior Phillips, Hobie Dupie, and David Dupie. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Emory Robinette, Dr. Mark O’Brien, Paul Tate, Bernard Chafin, Thomas H. Lyttle, Ora “Bus” Fields, Clarence Jessee, Victor McClellan, Wiley Cantrell and Garland Hurd. Castlewood Funeral Home was in charge.

Children:

13.x.viii.vii. i. Melissa[7].

13.x.xi.iv.i. Jerry Lee[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jul 1942 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Nov 2006. Buried in Garden of Memories Cem., Tampa, Fla.

Tampa [Fla.] Tribune, 11 Sep 2006 (with photograph): Jerry Lee Honaker, 64, of Tampa, passed away Mon., Nov. 6, 2006, at LifePath Hospice, Melech House, in Temple Terrace. Born July 7, 1942, in Honaker, Va., he attended school in Centerburg, Ohio, and the family moved to Tampa in the 1950s. Jerry is the son of Gaynell Compton Honaker of Tampa and was preceded in death by his father, Arnold Fred Honaker; brothers, Billy Honaker and Fay Howard Honaker; and sister, Brenda Honaker Gaskill. He is survived by his ex-wife, Shirley Honaker Brooks; daughters, Patty Dixon and son-in-law, Scott Dixon, of Lutz and Debbie Cochran and son-in-law Timmy Cochran, of Kissimmee; son, Tommy Honaker of Land o’Lakes; four grandchildren, Christopher, Shirley Jean and Justin Foster, and Kevin Honaker; two great-great-grandchildren, Madison Huhn and Lily Foster; sister, Sue Miller of Mango; and five brothers, Freddie, Roger, Lawrence, Keith and Michael

Honaker, all of Tampa. Jerry and his wife were in the furniture business for many years in the Tampa area of Sulphur Springs, and he was well known in the area. He had a love of Harleys and classic cars. We know that if there are Harleys in heaven, he’s riding through the gates on one now. Words cannot describe how much we miss and love you. Everyone that knew him has their own lasting memory of what a special man he was. All our love until we meet again. A funeral service to honor his life will be conducted 10 a.m. Fri., Nov. 10, 2006, in the Adams & Jennings Chapel with interment to follow at Garden of Memories Cem.. The family will receive friends 6–8 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 9, 2006, at the funeral home.

He married Shirley Temple Collins in 1960 in Tampa, Fla. They divorced. Children:

i. Patricia Ann[7]. In 2006 she lived in Lutz, Fla. She married, first, Richard Lovely 18 Dec 1982. They divorced. She married, second, Scott Dixon. They divorced.

ii. Debbie. In 2006 she lived in Kissimmee, Fla. She married Timmy Cochran.iii. Tommy Allen. He married Kirsty Kay Shaner 31 Dec 2008.

13.x.xi.iv.ii. Fay Howard[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1). He went by the name Howard F. Honaker. Born 8 Nov 1943 in Russell Co., Va. Died 14 Apr 1996 in Tampa, Fla. Buried in Garden of Memories Cem., Tampa.

Unknown Florida newspaper (with photograph): Funeral services for Howard F. “Johnny” Honaker will be held Saturday, 11 a.m. from Springfield Assembly of God Church with Pastor David Stocker, Pastor Randy Brummitt, Pastor Johnny Lee Honaker, and Pastor Billy Honaker officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cem. in Tampa. The church is located on County Line Road, one mile North of Highway 60. Mr. Honaker is survived by his wife Janet; sons, Johnny Lee and William “Billy”; daughters, Susie Brummitt and Buffy Martinez; his mother, Gaynell Honaker; brothers, Jerry, Freddie, Roger, Lawrence, Keith, and Michael; sisters, Sue Miller and Brenda Gaskill; and seven grandchildren. The pallbearers will be Mr. Honaker’s brothers, Jerry, Freddie, Roger, Lawrence, Keith, and Michael, along with his two best friends, Jessie Moody and Johnny Torrez. Family will receive friends Friday 6–8 p.m. at the funeral home. Hopewell Funeral Home [Plant City, Fla.], 737-3128.

He married Janet Sue Wolf Nov 1963 in Tampa. Children:

13.x.xi.iv.ii. i. Johnny Lee[7].13.x.xi.iv.ii. ii. Peggy Sue (called Susie.) 13.x.xi.iv.ii. iii. Janet Fay (called Buffy.)

iv. William Andrew. He married, first, Wendy Cassandra Godwin 9 May 1992. They divorced. He married, second, Crystal Ann Miller 9 Mar 2006. They divorced. He had several unidentified children.

13.x.xi.iii. Linda Sue[6] Honaker (called Sue) (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Mar 1945 in Russell County. In 2006 she lived in Mango, Fla.

She married Wesley Jerry Miller Sep 1963 in Tampa, Fla. Born 25 Jul 1941. Died 9 May 1999. Buried in Garden of Memories, Tampa, Fla. Children:

i. Wesley Jerry[7] Jr.Unknown newspaper: Funeral services for Wesley J. “Wes” Miller, Jr., 24, of Mango will

be conducted 10 a.m. Wednesday at the First Assembly of God of Tampa, Orient Rd. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:30 until 8 p.m. at Stowers Brandon Chapel. He is survived by his parents, Wesley and Linda Miller, Sr., Mango; sister, Melissa Horne, Mango; maternal grandmother, Gaynell Honaker, Tampa; paternal great-grandfather, Monroe Parker; niece, Kristin Horne, Mango.

The funeral home program said services were at Church of God, 5308 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa, at 1 p.m., Pastor Eugene Sloan officiating. Arrangements were by Florida Mortuary Funeral & Cremation Services, Tampa.

13.x.xi.iii. ii. Melissa Sue.

13.x.xi.iv. Freddie Junior[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Dec 1946 in Russell County. Died 27 Jun 2011 in Tampa, Fla. The remains were cremated and in possession of his children.

Tampa [Fla.] Tribune, 27 Jun 2011: Tampa man, 64, kills himself after shooting brother, deputies say

A man who shot his brother in the upper leg, then himself in the head Sunday night has died, deputies said. Freddie Honaker, 64, died at Tampa General Hospital this morning. Deputies said he pulled out a gun and started firing after an argument broke out at a home at 10020 Wilder Ave. about 11:15 p.m. Roger Honaker, 62, was shot in the upper leg and taken to Tampa General.

Tampa [Fla.] Tribune, 7 Jul 2011: Freddie J. Honaker, 64, of Tampa, died June 27, 2011. He is survived by his two children, Tammy and Frankie, four brothers, one sister and six grandchildren. Services will take place at 3 p.m., Sun., July 10, 2011, at River of Life Christian Center, 6605 Krycul Ave., Riverview, FL 33578.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2011: Freddie Junior[6] Honaker, 64, of Tampa, Fla., died in Tampa June 27, 2011. Born Dec. 7, 1946 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Arnold Fred and Gaynell (Compton) Honaker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Connie (Kozlowski) Honaker; son Freddy Allen Honaker; brothers Fay Howard Honaker, Jerry Lee Honaker, William John Honaker; and sister Brenda Kay Gaskill. He is survived by his daughter Tammy Renae Honaker; son Frankie James Honaker; six grandchildren; brothers Roger Bert Honaker, Lawrence Tommy Honaker, Keith Allen Honaker, Michael Anthony Honaker; and sister Linda Sue Miller; nieces and nephews. Services were at River of Life Christian Center, Riverview, Fla., Pastor Johnny Lee Honaker officiating. The remains were cremated.

He married Connie Kozlowski, daughter of Frank Kozlowski and Unknown, 22 Dec 1968 in Tampa. Born ca. 1952. Died 29 Aug 2004.

Tampa [Fla.] Tribune, 31 Aug 2004: Honaker, Connie, 52, of Riverview, passed away Sun., Aug. 29, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Freddie Honaker; daughter, Tammy Honaker; and son, Frankie Honaker, all of Tampa; sisters, Helen Combs of Ruskin, Edna Mooreman of Riverview, and Frances Kozlowski of Tampa; and grandchildren, Sarah, Kyle and Alyssa, all of Tampa. The family will receive friends 6–8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with funeral services at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004, the Rev. Jonnie Lee Honaker officiating, at Southshore Church in Tampa. Florida Mortuary Funeral & Cremation Services, (813) 237-2900.

Children:

13.x.xi.iv. i. Tammy Renae[7]13.x.xi.iv. ii. Frankie James.

iii. Freddy Allen. Born 1968. Died 1980 of a softball injury in Tampa. Buried in Garden of Memories Cem., Tampa.

Unknown newspaper and date (with photograph): Tampa—Funeral services for Freddie A. Honaker, 12, Tampa, will be Saturday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the Jennings Funeral

Home Chapel with Rev. Thomas Taylor, pastor of Mt. Cavalry Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cem.. Pallbearers will be North Seminole Little League (Senior “A”). He is survived by parents, Mr. & Mrs. Freddie J. Honaker; brother, Frankie J. Honaker; sister, Tammy R. Honaker; grandparents, Mrs. Gaynell Honaker and Mr. & Mrs. Frank Koslowski. Visitation will be Friday evening from 7 till 9 at the Jennings Funeral Home.

13.x.xi.v. Roger Bert[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Mar 1948 in Richlands, Va. In 2010 he lived in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla.

He married Erie Elaine Parker, daughter of Maxie Franklin Parker and Kathleen Jannett Denton 15 Jan 1968 in Tampa. Born 12 Feb 1952 in Tampa. Died 24 Nov 2001 in Brandon, Hillsborough Co., Fla. Buried in Garden of Memories, Tampa.

Tampa Tribune, 26 Nov 2001: Erie Elaine Honaker, age 49, of Seffner, passed away Sat., Nov. 24, 2001. Survivors include her husband, Roger B.; son, Roger D.; daughter, Tina Marie; mother, Kathleen Parker; brothers, Franklin, Leslie, Arthur and Dale Parker; sisters, Darlene Reynolds and Jacqline Crosby; and grandson, Brandon Grant. [Also grandsons Jeremy Honaker, Freddie Tait, and Nichole Honaker.] Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning, 10 a.m., Nov. 28, 2001 at Souls Harbor Church of God, 5308 E. Columbus Dr., with Pastor Joseph Harrell and Rev. Winfred Mullins officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cem.. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening 6 to 8 p.m. at the Garden of Memories Funeral Home. Blount Curry & Roel, Garden of Memories Chapel, (813) 626-3151, www.bloundcurryroel.com.

Children:

13.x.xi.v. i. Roger Dale[7]. Born 27 Feb 1968 in Tampa.

13.x.xi.v. ii. Tina Maria. Born 13 Jun 1971 in Tampa.

13.x.xi.vi. Lawrence Tommy[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Aug 1949 in Russell Co., Va. Died 30 Oct 2015 in Seffner, Hillsborough Co., Fla.

Tampa [Fla.] Tribune online, 13 Nov 2015: Lawrence T. Honaker, age 66, of Seffner, Fla., passed away at home on Sat., Oct. 30, 2015. He leaves behind son, Shawn; three brothers, Michael, Keith, and Roger; and sister Sue. He will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date

He married, first, Patricia Haynes. They divorced. Children:

i. Shawn[8]. He married Unknown.

He married, second, Carol Ann Routt 10 Apr 1984 in Tampa, Fla. They divorced with no children.He married, third, Goridaye Nandlal 2 Oct 1997. They divorced with no children.

13.x.xi.vii. Brenda Kay[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Dec 1950 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Mar 1997 in Tampa, Fla.

Unknown newspaper and date: Brenda K. Gaskill, 46, of Wimauma died Saturday at Tampa General Hospital. A native of Honaker, Va., she moved to Wimauma in 1956 from Virginia. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Gordon; two sons, James A. and Jonathan E., both of Wimauma; her mother, Gaynell Honaker of Tampa; a sister, Sue Miller of Mango; and six brothers, Michael, Jerry, Fred, Lawrence and Keith Honaker, all of Tampa and Roger Honaker of Seffner. Jennings Funeral Home, Tampa.

She married Gordon Gaskill in Mar 1975 in Tampa. Children:

i. James A.[7] He married Unknown.ii. Jonathan E. He married Unknown.

13.x.xi.viii. Keith Allen[6] Honaker (Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Jul 1952 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. In 2006 he lived in Tampa, Fla.

He married, first, Wanda Elizabeth Cole. Born 15 May 1956 in Tampa, Fla. Children:

i. Billie Jo[7]. Born 1 Oct 1970. She married Misael Feliciano 14 Jul 1990.ii. Bobbie Jo. Born 28 May 1975.iii. Jody Ann. Born 1 Apr 1981. She married Mark Wilson Frerichs 7 Aug 2008.iv. Keith Allen, Jr. Born 27 Mar 1982.

He married, second, Constance Marie Rumore 6 Jul 1991 in Tampa, Fla. They had no children.

13.x.xii.ii. Judy[6] Honaker (John June[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).She married Monte Elswick. Children:

i. Carrie[7]. ii. Jonathan. iii. Joni.

13.x.xii.iii. Timothy[6] Honaker (John June[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).He married Loretta Ratliff. Children:

i. Joseph[7].

13.x.xii.iv. Susan[6] Honaker (John June[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).She married Raymond Hess. Children:

i. Jessica[7].

17.iv.iv.iii. Ida Mae[6] Belcher (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1911 in Gardner, Russell Co., Va. In 1937 she lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Died 7 Mar 1967 in Pasadena, Los Angeles Co., Calif.

She married, first, Paul Shrimplin, son of Samuel H. Shrimplin and Icis Smith, ca. 1930 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Born 4 Apr 1908 in Killbuck, Holmes Co., Ohio. Died 27 Sep 1965 in Mt. Vernon. Children:

17.iv.iv.iii. i. Vivian Mae[7]. Born 21 Apr 1931 in Mt. Vernon.17.iv.iv.iii. ii. Donna Joyce. Born 24 Dec 1932 in Mt. Vernon.

She married, second, Ronald L. Peugh, son of Clarence George Peugh and Elizabeth D. Bricker, after 1940 in Mt. Vernon. Born 13 Feb 1909 in Ohio. Died 5 Apr 1983 in Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio.

17.iv.iv.iv. Sally Girthel[6] Belcher (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Dec 1912 in Gardner, Russell Co., Ohio. Died 26 Jun 2000 in Arizona. She was named for her paternal grandmother.

She married, first, Charles Edward Henery, son of Edward Henery and Emma Simpson, ca. 1936 in Pleasants Co., W.Va. Born 12 May 1911 in Zanesville, Muskingum Co., Ohio. Died 12 Jun 1955 in Ohio. Children:

17.iv.iv.iv. i. Janet Lucille[7]. Born 30 Nov 1937 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.ii. Marilyn Sue. Born 13 May 1942 in Mt. Vernon. Died 23 Jul 1942 in Mt. Vernon.

She married, second, Donald G. Henwood, son of James Henwood and Lucretia L. Bell, after 1942 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Born 26 Apr 1916 in Howard, Knox County. Died 20 Jun 1997 in Mt. Vernon.

17.iv.iv.v. Herman Allen[6] Belcher (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Nov 1914 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 15 Feb 1994 in Gambier, Knox Co., Ohio. In 1937 he lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

He married Jean E. Vernon ca. 1937 in Mt. Vernon. Born ca. 1921 in Gambier. Children:

17.iv.iv.v. i. Joe Allen[7]. Born Jun 1939 in Mt. Vernon.ii. Rebecca Ann. Born ca. 1941 in Mt. Vernon. She married Unknown Van Riper.iii. Mark George. Born ca. 1943 in Mt. Vernon. He married Jennifer Unknown. Born ca. 1945.

17.iv.iv.vi. Reba Laura[6] Belcher (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Nov 1916 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 7 Mar1964 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. In 1937 she lived in Cardington, Morrow Co., Ohio.

She married Charles Wilmer Keller, son of Jay Riblet Keller and Bessie Robertson, ca. 1935 in Mt. Vernon. Born 8 Jul 1912 in Ohio. Died 21 May 1991 in Mt. Vernon. Children (all born in Mt. Vernon):

i. Norville Keith[7]. Born 11 Oct 1936. Died 16 Oct 1936 in Knox County.17.iv.iv.vi. ii. Grace Elaine. Born 21 Dec 1937.17.iv.iv.vi. iii. Rita Joan. Born 14 Jul 1938.17.iv.iv.vi. iv. Charles Michael (called Michael). Born 15 Mar 1941.

17.iv.iv.vii. Carl Robert[6] Belcher (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Jun 1920 in Shraders, Tazewell Co., Va. In 1937 he lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. In 2017 he lived in Laural Parc Senior Living Community, Beaverton, Washington Co., Ore.

About 12 Apr 1996, Carl wrote the following: Today marks a new beginning for me. This is my first experience with a computer. Son Robert has asked me to relate some of my past history to coincide with the genealogy he is researching on both sides of our family. The first date that comes to mind is 1924, that was one year before [my brother] Foy was born. We lived at the Gusty Barr Farm, but I don’t know whether Dad was renting or farming on the shares, which was an alternative to renting and paying cash. A family with 8 children had very little cash on hand, although brother Clarence said Dad sold our place in Virginia for $1,500 when we moved to Ohio. It must have taken part of that to move a large family like ours. Clarence said when we moved we rode the train and had some Banty Roosters in cardboard boxes on the train with us under the seats. The train had a lot of other passengers. About 4 or 5 in the morning the roosters started crowing and woke up everyone on the train. When we arrived in Ohio, we moved into a house in Bloomfield. We stayed there only a short time and then moved to the Gusty Barr Farm.

Foy was born at the Barr place. After that we moved to Croton, then to the Thompson Farm, then to the Gilmore Farm, and then to Center Village to a large farm that was owned by an insurance company. Instead of cash rental, we farmed on the shares, two fifths of the cash value of the crops grown and harvested went to the insurance company, and the balance was Dad’s. Dad died when we lived at Center Village. Then we had a machinery and livestock sale and moved to the Charley Riley Farm near Centerburg. Foy moved with Mom and started school there. Frank went one more year at Center Village and

stayed with his best friend Robbie. I stayed one more year so I could graduate with my senior classmates. I stayed with a classmate and his family (Don Pauls). This was 1937-1938.

I didn’t get to my graduation, even though I was class president. I spent the night in a Mt. Vernon, Ohio, hospital after being operated on for appendicitis. When I went into the hospital I was living in Center Village, and when I came home from the hospital, I went to the Charlie Riley Place in Centerburg. At the time I came home Frank had a broken arm, and I couldn’t laugh because my side was so sore. This made no difference to Frank. Many times I had to have Mom take him from my room, until my side quit hurting and let it heal. That summer was my first experience running a farm. That was 1938. Farming was not my cup of tea, but I started playing basketball for a local semi pro team and that later landed me a job with Shellmar in Mt. Vernon. By that time Frank and Foy were in the Navy so with my other sisters help we convinced Mom to sell the farm and move to Mt. Vernon. By that time I was doing good at Shellmar. In 1940 after Pearl Harbor, I was promoted to take care of the materials that was used to package Pratt and Whitney Motors for overseas shipment.

That’s were I met Betty Frances Batten, Betty was working for Martha Beck, who at that time was our closest married couple. Her husbands name was Jack Beck. Jack was responsible for a lot of my success at Shellmar, in fact he let me know ahead of time that management was looking for someone to transfer to our plant in Pasadena, Calif. Jack told me so we could have time to decide whether we wanted to make the transfer to California. It didn’t take Betty and I very long to make up our minds. The first time I was asked to make the move, I said yes. It helped a lot that the plant manager in California was Eddie Lukas, who had hired me in the first place at Shellmar in Mt. Vernon. Eddie was coach of the Shellmar Basketball Team, and one night we played them a practice game at Centerburg. After the game Eddie asked me if I was working or would I like a factory job? I had just ran our car into a train and it needed lots of repairs so I said I would go to work at Shellmar, and the rest is history.

Today is June 21, 1998. It is my 78th birthday, it is also Father’s Day. Seventeen years ago today we moved to Shady Cove, Oregon from Big Bear Lake, Calif. We had help from Bobby, Donny, Dennis and Audrian, and some of our neighbors. Donny came from Boise, Idaho, Dennis and Family came down from Shady Cove and drove his truck and trailor, and Bobby came from Lancaster to help us load. What a time the family had the night before we moved. We talked about the good times past, and how we were looking forward to relocating in Oregon. Donny left driving the 24 foot U Haul, pulling my 1957 Chevy Truck. Both were loaded to capacity. (The trucks, not Donny.) Dennis followed with his truck and trailor loaded. Auarian followed Dennis . At that point we saw that we still had things to take along, so I rented an 8 foot trailor to pull behind the Monte Carlo. Betty and I finally left about noon, stopped at brother Claire’s for a little while and then headed for Oregon. Since this is Father’s Day Betty showed me a poem in the paper written by an eighth grader in Medford. Here’s her poem: “My special tree stands up straight, even when we’re hanging on a branch. We jump and swing and climb, but the tree stands up straight. Through rain and hail and snow, through Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Through seasons all and all. My tree stands up straight. After all my troubles, ups and downs, my tree stands up straight. All my life to the end, even after the tree is gone, it stands up straight in my heart. That tree was always there for me, for you see, there is no tree. All along it was my Dad. My Dad was there for me.”

From a letter that Carl sent to a cousin:I found another spelling, I think it was in some of the things that was my mothers. Any[way] here goes ver batim. Mary, on the border was this notation hand written. I can remember my grandmother Eliot doing this. I don’t know who that person is but she seems to agree that this was the way they did washing back then.

Rock and Count Your Blessings.Women today whose most difficult wash day chore may be getting the soap carton open can get some idea of how far things have improved since great grandmas day from the following item out of the past. It’s an authentic Kentucky “receipt” in its original spelling for washing clothes. 1. Bild a fire in back yard to heet kettle of rainwater. 2. Set tubs so smoke won’t blow in your eyes if wind is pert. 3. Shave one hole cake soap in bilin water. 4. Sort things. Make three piles 1 pile white, 1 pile cullard and 1 pile britches and rags. 5. Stur flour in cold water to smooth then thin down with bilin water. 6. Rub dirty spots on board, scrub hard then bile. Rub cullard but don’t bile—just rench and starch. 7. Take white things out of kettle with broom stick handle then rench, blew, and starch. 8. Spred tee towels on grass. 9. Hang old rags on fence. 10. Pore rench water in flower bed. 11. Scrub porch with hot soapy water. 12. Turn tubs up side down. 13. Go put on cleen dress—smooth hair with side combs—brew cup of tea—and sit and rest and rock a spell and count blessings.

He married Betty Frances Batten, daughter of Earnest Lesley Batten and Minnie Louella Green, 30 Oct 1944 in Mt. Vernon. Born 6 Nov 1923 in Summerfield, Noble Co., Ohio. Died 17 Nov 2009 in Beaverton, Washington Co., Ore.

Mt. Vernon [Ohio] News, 18 Mar 2010: Portland, Ore.—Betty Frances Belcher, formerly of Mount Vernon, died Nov. 17, 2009, in Portland, Ore. She was born Nov. 6, 1923, in Summerfield, Ohio, to Earnest and Minnie Batten. The youngest of 13 children, she graduated from Summerfield High School and went on to Ohio State School of Cosmetology and earned her beautician’s license like her older sister, Clarice. In 1942, Betty met Carl Belcher at Shelmar Products Co. in Mount Vernon, Ohio. They married Oct. 30, 1944. Their first son, Carroll Robert Belcher, was born in 1945. They

transferred to California later that year. Their second son, Donald David, was born in 1946, and their third son, Dennis [Allen], was born in 1948. In 1958, their only daughter, Cynthia Lou, was born. Retired in 1974, they moved to Big Bear Lake, Calif., and then to Oregon. Betty is survived by her loving husband, Carl; children, Carroll “Bob,” Donald, Dennis and Cyndi Lou; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Submitted by Donna Edington.

A similar obituary with photograph appeared in The Oregonian, Portland, Ore., adding that “A celebration of life will be held at 4 p.m. Sun., Nov. 22, 2009, at the home of Cyndi Dalton.”

Children:

17.iv.iv.vii. i. Carroll Robert (called Bob)[7]. Born 9 Apr 1945 in Mt. Vernon.17.iv.iv.vii. ii. Donald David. Born 14 Dec 1946 in Lynwood, Los Angeles Co., Calif.17.iv.iv.vii. iii. Dennis Allen. Born 19 Dec 1948 in South Gate, Los Angeles County.17.iv.iv.vii. iv. Cynthia Lou. Born 12 Jan 1959 in Downey, Los Angeles County.

17.iv.iv.viii. Kenneth Franklin[6] Belcher (called Frank) (Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Sep 1922 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 5 Nov 2012 in Phoenix, Maricopa Co., Ariz. In 1937 he lived in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

Unknown newspaper and date: Phoenix, Ariz.—Kenneth Franklin Belcher, 90, died of complications from Parkinson’s disease at his home in Phoenix, Ariz., Nov. 5, 2012. Frank was born in Va., Sept. 1, 1922, to Carter and Ora (Pruett) Belcher, but grew up in Ohio, graduating in 1940 from Centerburg High School. He joined the U.S. Navy on Feb. 20, 1941, survived the sinking of the aircraft carrier USS Wasp on Sept. 15, 1942, and served on the USS Essex the remainder of World War II. He retired from the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services in Mount Vernon. Survivors include his wife, Mary Belle (Lahmon) Belcher; daughter, Jo Belcher of Phoenix, Ariz.; son, Robb Belcher of Flagstaff, Ariz.; son, Ken (Andrea) Belcher, and their five children of Mount Vernon; brother, Carl, of Portland, Ore. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Clarence, Herman (Doc), and Foy; his sisters, Kathleen Tier, Ida Peugh, Girthel Henwood and Reba Keller. Frank will be cremated and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 84014, or to a charity of one’s choice. Submitted by Jo S. Belcher.

He married, first, Mary Belle Lahmon, daughter of Leonard Larimore Lahmon and Gladys M. Unknown, 25 Apr 1947 in Greenup, Greenup Co., Ky. Born 15 Oct 1926 in Knox Co., Ohio. Children:

i. Jo Sharon[7]. Born 12 Nov 1947 in Lynwood, Los Angeles Co., Calif.ii. Robby Neil. Born 25 Aug 1956 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

He married, second, Naomi Unknown [possibly Stricker] after 1963. Born ca. 1921. Children:

17.iv.iv.viii. iii. Kenneth Alan. Born 10 Feb 1964 in Mt. Vernon.

17.iv.v.ii. Vinnie[6] Ashbrook (Otis Finney[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1911 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va.

He married India Belle Miller. Born ca. 1915 in Russell County. Children:

i. Mary Ann[7]. Born ca. 1935 in Russell County.

17.iv.v.viii. Lois Irene[6] Ashbrook (Otis Finney[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Sep 1927 in New Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Apr 2011.

She married Lawrence K. Hubbard. Born 1 Sep 1928 in Honaker, Russell County. Died 5 Mar 1980 in Honaker. Children:

i. Gary[7].ii. Sheila.

17.iv.vi.i. Alberta Irene[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Sep 1911. Died 7 Dec 1965 in Roanoke, Va.

She married Abner Louis Lovell 18 Feb 1933 in Roanoke. Children:

i. Betty Irene[7]. Born 31 Jan 1934 in Roanoke.

17.iv.vi.iii. Ada[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Mar 1913 in Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Jul 1996 in Baltimore, Baltimore Co., Md.

She married Wilson Crouch Hess 5 Dec 1932 in Parsons, Tucker Co., W.Va. Born 18 Apr 1902 in West Virginia. Died Nov1974 in Middle River, Baltimore Co., Md. Children:

i. Eileen Carol[7[. Born 15 Feb 1938 in West Virginia. Died 28 Aug 2003 in Dundalk, Baltimore Co., Md. She married Richard Lee Waybright. Born 6 Jun 1933 in West Virginia. Died Aug 1987 in Dundalk.

ii. Donald.iii. Norma Jean.iv. Linda.

17.iv.vi.iv. Lola D.[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Feb 1915.She married Russell Alvah Snyder. Born 12 Oct 1911. Died 12 Oct 1971. Children:

i. Russell A.[7].ii. Roy S.iii. Robert P. Died ca. 1987.iv. Rodney W.v. Roberta Ann. She married Unknown Wilson.

17.iv.vi.v. William Sherman[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 May 1917 in West Virginia. Died 30 Aug 1982 in Columbus, St. Clair Co., Mich.

He married Virginia Unknown. Children:

i. William Sherman[7] Jr.ii. Randell.iii. Micheal.

17.iv.vi.vi. Ora[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Mar 1919 in Cucumber, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 23 Aug 2001.

She married Ford Helmick. Children:

i. Joyce[7].ii. Juanita.iii. Janet.iv. Maurice Roy.v. Ray.vi. Ronald.

17.iv.vi.viii. Claude H.[6] Dye (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Aug 1923. Died 18 Sep 1983 in Jasper, Walker Co., Ala.

He married or had children with Unknown:

i. Claude[7].ii. Micheal.

17.iv.vi.ix. Alma Sylvia[6] Dingus (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Jan 1927 in Idamay, Marion Co., W.Va. Died 13 May 2013 in Pennsylvania.

She married Allen Francis Peters 3 Jul 1956 in Monongalia Co., W.Va. Born 30 Oct 1929 in Kingwood, Preston Co., W.Va. Died 21 Aug 1986 in Erie, Erie Co., Pa. Children:

i. Allen Francis[7] Jr.ii. Joyce.iii. Danny.

17.iv.vi.x. Carl Everett[6] Dingus (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Apr 1928in Marion Co., W.Va. Died 24 Feb 1988 in Carolina, Marion County.

He married, first, Dolores Nester. Children:

i. Carl Everett[7] Jr. Born 16 Jan 1951 in Fairmont, Marion Co., W.Va.ii. Loretta Eilleen. Born 12 Mar 1952 in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pa.iii. Anthony Samuel. Born 2 Jan 1955 in Pittsburgh.iv. Jaqueline Faye. Born 31 Dec 1955 in Pittsburgh.v. Faith. Born 4 Jan 1958 in Pittsburgh.vi. Michael Eugene. Born 22 Dec 1958 in Pittsburgh.

He married, second, Frances Lee Hunter. Children:

vii. David Richard. Born 27 Jul 1959 in Pittsburgh.viii. Carolyn Sue. Born 19 Jul 1962 in Fairmont. She wrote a wonderful piece about her grandparents

that appears in Nannie’s paragraph. Carolyn married Unknown Ferguson.ix. Karen Christine. Born 6 Jul 1968 in Fairmont.x. Randall Scott. Born 21 Jul 1972 in Fairmont.xi. Jennifer Lynn. Born 30 Apr 1974 in Fairmont.

17.iv.vi.xi. Helen[6] Dingus (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jul 1929 in West Virginia.

She married Egnuet Evans 2 Sep 1953 in Monongalia Co., W.Va. Born 22 Feb 1922 in Washington Co., Va. Died 28 Jun 1983 in Erie, Erie Co., Pa. Children:

i. Randolph Scott[7]. Born 21 Jul 1961.ii. Robert. Born ca. 1963.iii. James. Died 3 Jul 1965.iv. Gary.

17.iv.vi.xii. Fay Anthony[6] Dingus (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Dec 1933.He married Patricia Lemly. Children:

i. Valerie Ann[7]. Born 12 Aug 1964.ii. Clifton.iii. Wendy.

17.iv.vi.xiii. Clarence R.[6] Dingus (Nannie M.[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Apr 1938.He married Katherine Unknown. Born 24 Apr 1939. Children:

i. Kenneth[7].ii. Roger.

17.vi.iii.i. Ruby[6] Hankins (John[5], Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Virginia.She married Grant Brewster. Children:

17.vi.iii.i. i. Sadie[7].17.vi.iii.i. ii. Rondie.17.vi.iii.i. iii. Kathy.

17.vi.iii.ii. Gerthel[6] Hankins (John[5], Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Virginia.She married, first, Bob Addison. He was killed in World War II. Children:

17.vi.iii.ii. i. Roberta[7].17.vi.iii.ii. ii. Cody B.

She married, second, Warren Linkous. There were no children.

17.vi.iii.iv. Sadie[6] Hankins (John[5], Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Jan 1920 in Virginia. Died in 1998 in Ohio. She belonged to a church located at Northfork Cem., Chesterville, Ohio. Possibly buried in Northfork Cem..

She married Jay Addison in Aug 1941 in Buchanan Co., Va. Born 28 Jun 1913. Died in 1989 or 1990. Possibly buried in Northfork Cem.. Children:

17.vi.iii.iv. i. Lynn[7].17.vi.iii.iv. ii. Billie.17.vi.iii.iv. iii. Doris (called Dot).

17.vi.iii.v. Hermes[6] Hankins (John[5], Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Virginia.He married Sarah Koebel. Children:

i. John Edward[7]. Died young.17.vi.iii.v. ii. Michael Lee.17.vi.iii.v. iii. Mark Ellis.17.vi.iii.v. iv. Melissa.

17.vi.iii.vi. John Roland[6] Hankins (John[5], Mary[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1929 in Virginia. He married Darylene Powell. Children:

17.vi.iii.vi. i. John Robert[7].ii. Christopher. He married, first, Debbie Hardman. He married, second, Li Kanaan.

21.i.iii.ii. Alma[6] Ray (Shade William[5], Elias[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jan 1922 in Russell Co., Va. Died 3 Jun 2009 in Russell County. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 5 Jun 2009 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Jun 2009: Lebanon, Va.—Mrs. Alma Ray Hess, age 87, of the River Mountain section, passed away Wed., June 3, 2009, at her home. Born Jan. 4, 1922, in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Shade William and Nora Mae Ray. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church, having attended at Spruce Pine. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence William Hess; two sisters, Lona Honaker and Jedie Ray; and four brothers, Harless Ray, Herman Ray, Arnold Ray and Temple Odell Ray. Survivors include three daughters, Opal Holmes and husband Jeff, Patricia Taylor and husband Danny and Cathy Vladimery and husband Peter, all of Lebanon; four sons, Dallas Hess and wife Linda of Lebanon, Jerry Hess and wife Mary of Castlewood, Blaine Hess and wife Charlotte of Belfast and Ricky Hess and wife Kathy of Tazewell; one brother, Maxie James Ray of Honaker; 18 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Chris Musick and the Rev. Vonley Pruitt officiating. Entombment will follow in the Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Lebanon. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Dr. Ramon Motos, Jeremy Taylor and Patty Cook will serve as honorary pallbearers.

She married Clarence William Hess. Died before 2009. Children:

i. Opal. She married Jeff Holmes.ii. Patricia. She married Danny Taylor.iii. Cathy. She married Peter Vladimery.iv. Dallas. He married Linda Unknown.v. Jerry. He married Mary Unknown.vi. Blaine. He married Charlotte Unknown.vii. Ricky. He married Kathy Unknown.

21.i.v.v. Carl Richard[6] Taylor (Nannie Elizabeth[5], Elias[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1921. He served in the 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army, during World War II and was at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked by the Japanese 7 Dec 1941. He subsequently served on the islands of Guadalcanal, Vella Lavella and the Philippines. After the war he lived in Detroit, Mich., and began a career in construction.

He married Dorothy May Myers 6 Dec 1947. Children:

21.i.v.v. i. Frank[7]. Born in 1949.21.i.v.v. ii. Carl Richard, Jr. Born in 1951.

21.i.v.v. iii. Danny. Born in 1954.21.i.v.v. iv. Carla. Born in 1955.

21.x.iii.i. Bill Joe[6] Dye (Graham[5], Otis[4], Cynthia R.[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jan 1940 in Narrows, Va. In 2000 he and his wife Carol lived in Pleasant View, Montezuma Co., Colo.

He married, first, Jean Taylor in Nov 1958 in Houston, Texas. Children:

i. Gay Lynne[8]. Born 11 Jul 1966 in Houston. She married Michael Greak in Houston.

He married, second, Ann Trout in 1972 in Miami, Okla. Children:

ii. Donald Travis. Born in Jul 1974 in Denver, Colo. He married Jennifer Unknown in Roanoke, Va.

He married, third, Carol H. Smith 7 Apr 1980 in Casper, Wyo.

30.ii.i.i. Raymond Woodrow[6] Harper (called Ray) (Hattie Ann[5], Elizabeth Irene[4], Daniel J.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Sep 1915 in Cicerone, Harper District, Roane Co., W.Va. Died of cancer 14 Sep 1989 in Charleston, W.Va. Buried in Reamer Hill Cem., Clendenin, W.Va.

He married, first, Judy G. Halstead. Children:

i. Elizabeth Yancy[7]. Born ca. 1946. She married Charles Bradley.

He married, second, Georgia Frances Clark, daughter of Charles Harmon Clark and Ida Bell Brooks (called Addie,) 11 May 1947 in Charleston. Born 14 Feb 1930 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. Died of cancer 5 Dec 1994 in Carmichaels, Greene Co., Pa. Buried in Highwood Cem., Pittsburgh, Pa. She was a homemaker and a sister of Virginia Belle Clark, who married Bascom Slemp Honaker, Martin descendant #637. Children:

30.ii.i.i. ii. Lynda Diane. 30.ii.i.i. iii. Robert Ray (called Bobby).

iv. Raymond Daniel (called Danny). Born 12 Oct 1950 in Charleston, W.Va. Died 30 Jul 1972 in Moundsville, Marshall Co., W.Va. Buried in Reamer Hill Cem., Clendenin, W.Va.

30.ii.i.i. v. William Marcellus (called Billy). 30.ii.i.i. vi. Deborah Kay (called Debbie). 30.ii.i.i. vii. Cheryl Jean. 30.ii.i.i. viii. Denzil Eugene. 30.ii.i.i. ix. Charlie Woodrow (called Chuck). 30.ii.i.i. x. Charlotte Rene.

42.ii.i. Alpha[6] Qualls (Luvena[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Nov 1906 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 28 Apr 1946 in Culloden, Cabell County. Buried in Milton Cem..

She married, first, Ray Akers 19 Jul 1924. Born 1905 in Cabell County. Children:

i. James Oliver[7]. Born 25 Apr 1926 in Cabell County. Died 7 May 1926 in Cabell County. Buried in Cabell County.

ii. Roy. Born 1927.

She married, second, Wilbur Reuben Thomas, son of Charles S. Thomas and Louella A. Mozena. Born 4 Dec 1891 in Belmont Co., Ohio. Died 16 Mar 1942 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried Clarington, Monroe Co., Ohio.

42.ii.iv. Paul James[6] Qualls (Luvena[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Mar 1914 in West Virginia. Died 23 May 2000 in Lancaster, Fairfield Co., Ohio. Buried Grandview Cem., Bremen, Fairfield County.

Unknown newspaper and date: Paul James Qualls, 86, of Bremen, formerly of Huntington, husband of the late Nevada “Buddie” Cummings Qualls, died Tuesday in Fairfield Medical Center, Lancaster. He was a retired glass craftsman at Erickson Glass. Survivors include two sons, Gene R. Qualls of Bremen and John Michael Qualls of Worthington, Mass.; and one sister, Opal of Culloden, W.Va. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday at Snyder-Sheridan Funeral Home, Bremen; burial in Grandview Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

He married Nevada Alene Cummings (called Buddie,) daughter of Unknown Cummings and Unknown Johnson,

17 Jun 1936 in Cabell County. Born 24 Mar 1919 in West Virginia. Died 16 Mar 1993 in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried Grandview Cem. Children:

i. Gene R.[7] Born 1938. He married Janet Jay Depinto 7 May 1960.ii. John Michael.

42.vii.i. Elsie Ernestine[6] Edwards (Virginia Lee[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 May 1910 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 15 Mar 2001 in Proctorville, Lawrence Co., Ohio. Buried White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, Cabell Co., W.Va.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 17 Mar 2001: Elsie E. White, 90, of Proctorville, widow of Perl L. White, died Thursday at home. Survivors include five sons, Chester White and John White, both of Proctorville, Sam White of Barboursville, Roy White of Knoxville, Tenn., and Bob White of Florida; one daughter, Wanda Trabert of West Liberty; one sister, Lucille Daulton of Gallipolis; and one brother, Carl Edwards of Gallipolis. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday at Hall Funeral Home, Proctorville; burial inWhite Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.

She married Perl Lloyd White 10 Jun 1925 in Culloden. Children:

i. Chester[7].ii. John.iii. Sam.iv. Roy.v. Bob.vi. Wanda. She married Unknown Trabert.

42.ix.iii. Lesta A.[6] Edwards (Chillow Jane[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jul 1917 in West Virginia. Died 24 Jun 2001 in Huntington, Cabell County. Buried White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, Cabell County.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 24 Jun 2001: Lesta A. Burdette, 83, of Hurricane, widow of Roscoe H. Burdette, died today in St. Mary’s Hospital. Survivors include one daughter, Violetta Burdette Bledsoe of Hurricane; one sister, Frieda Haynes of Ironton; and one brother, Bill Edwards of South Charleston. Funeral 1 p.m. Monday at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane; burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville.

She married Roscoe H. Burdette. Born 13 Jul 1911. Children:

i. Violetta[7]. She married Unknown Bledsoe.

42.ix.v. William[6] Edwards Jr. (Chillow Jane[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Mar 1925 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 21 Feb 2013 in South Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va. Buried White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, Cabell County.

Charleston [W.Va.] Daily Mail, 22 Feb 2013: William “Bill” Edwards Jr., 87, of Charleston, passed away Thurs., Feb. 21, 2013, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, South Charleston. Born March 2, 1925, in Huntington, Bill was a son of the late William Edwards Sr. and Chillow Honaker Edwards. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Carter Edwards; daughter, Claudia Ann Nelson; and sisters, Lesta Burdette, Jewell Burdette and May Saylers. Bill was a graduate of Cadmus High School and attended West Virginia Tech and Marshall University. He served his country with the United States Navy during World War II on the USS Nelson, which was torpedoed, leaving Bill and his shipmates afloat in the water for several days. He worked for Union Carbide Corp. and for General Electric as a zone manager. The majority of Bill’s life was spent as a minister with the Church of Christ throughout Texas, Ohio and West Virginia. He is survived by his wife, Clara Edwards; daughters, Dawn (Fred) Colliers of Richmond, Va., Patricia Howard of Texas City, Texas, and Debra Brockmeier of Marietta, Ohio; sons, Nelson (Betty) Edwards of Barboursville and David (Vickie) Bean of Atlanta, Ga.; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sister, Fredia Haynes of Ironton, Ohio. Funeral service, with military honors, will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., Feb. 23, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, 409 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, with Minister Eddie Cooper officiating. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Visit www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com to share memories of Bill or to express condolences to the family

He married, first, Helen Carter. Born 30 Sep 1927. Children:

i. Claudia Ann[7]. Died before 2013. She married Unknown Nelson.ii. Dawn. She married Fred Colliers.iii. Patricia. She married Unknown Howard.iv. Debra. She married Unknown Brockmeier.

v. Nelson. He married Betty Unknown.

He married, second, Clara Unknown.

43.xiii.i.i. Goldie May[6] Looney (Rebecca Allyfair[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1925 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 20 Aug 2014 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 28 Aug 2014, with photograph: Goldie May Looney Brown, 89, of Richlands, formerly of the Looney’s Creek section of Grundy, passed away at her home Aug. 20, 2014 following an extended illness. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Henry Newton and Rebecca Allyfair Honaker Looney. A lifelong resident of Buchanan County, she was a member of Harman Freewill Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and was a wonderful homemaker. Goldie enjoyed sewing, crocheting, making dolls and loved singing and taught Sunday School at Grundy Church of God and Harman Freewill Baptist Church. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy William Brown, Oct. 20, 1994; three sisters and two brothers. Those left to cherish her memory include one daughter, Donna (Dale) Dotson, of Richlands; three sons, Gary W. (Teresa) Brown, of Meadowview, Larry (Julia) Brown, of Sevierville, Tenn., and Lonnie W. (Jan) Brown, of Vansant; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Sat., Aug. 23 at Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Evg. Mike Rife officiating with burial following in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock. Friends called at Grundy Funeral Home Chapel Friday evening with services conducted by her grandson, the Rev. Tim Brown. Active pallbearers were grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers were employees of AllCARE for Seniors, Richlands. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.grundyfuneralhome.com. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy is honored to serve the family of Goldie May Looney Brown.

She married Tommy William Brown. Died 20 Oct 1994. Children:

i. Donna[7]. She married Dale Dotson.ii. Gary W. He married Teresa Unknown.iii. Larry. He married Julia Unknown.iv. Lonnie W. He married Jan Unknown.

43.xiii.i. Dolly Gay[6] Looney (Rebecca Allyfair[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1927. Died 19 Aug 2003 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, unknown place.

[Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 28 Aug 2003—Dolly Gay Trammell, 76, of Bristol, Tenn., died Tue., Aug. 19, 2003 in Bristol Regional Medical Center. A native of Grundy, she was a daughter of the late Henry N. Looney and Rebecca Honaker Looney. She had lived in the Bristol area most of her life. She was a hairdresser in the Bristol area with some 30 years of service and was also a winner of national hairstyling competition. She was a retired employee of Haven Home for Women where she was the women’s ministry director for ten years. She served on the board of directors at Haven Hollow and was involved with the jail ministry. She taught Sunday school at Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church and was a member of Fairmount Presbyterian Church. She is survived by two daughters, Diane Kerby of Berea, Ky., and Debbie Jordan of Bristol, Va.; adopted daughter, Patty Hynes; three sons, Dean Rowe of Wytheville, Danny Trammell of Bluff City, Tenn., and David Trammell of Lexington, Ky.; one sister, Goldie Brown of Grundy; four grandchildren, ten step-grandchildren, one step-great-grandson, several nieces and nephews. Services were held Thurs., Aug. 21 at Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Seger and Deacon Wiley Webb officiating. Committal followed on Friday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Active pallbearers were Jeff Combs, Bill Hall, Charlie Lowry, Tom Bradley, Danny Thompson, Ken Sauls, Chris Rowe and Phillip Jordan. Honorary pallbearers were Ron Tapp, Jerry Gent, Frank Harrison, Gary Brown, Johnny O’Laughlin, Lonnie Brown, Larry Brown, and Roger Gent. Expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of memorial contributions to Haven Home and Haven Shelter, 624 Anderson St., Bristol, TN 37621. Weaver Funeral Home, Bristol, Tenn., was in charge of arrangements.

She married Unknown Trammell. Children:

i. Diane[7]. She married Unknown Kerby.ii. Debbie. She married Unknown Jordan.iii. Patty (adopted). She married Unknown Hynes.iv. Danny.v. David.

45.iv.iii. Estill Paris[6] Clark (Eppie[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Jul 1908. He married, first, Viola Hammond. He married, second, Margaret Tharpmorgan.

There were two children, mother(s) not known:

i. Carl[7]. ii. Joan.

45.iv.v. Herman Elsmer[6] Clark (Eppie[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Apr 1917 in Campton, Wolfe Co., Ky.

He married Gertrude Whalen 27 Jan 1943. Born 5 Nov 1919 in Columbus, Ohio. Children:

45.iv.v. i. Donna[7]. Born 21 Oct 1946. ii. Thomas. Born 30 Sep 1948 in Columbus, Ohio.

45.iv.v. iii. Stephen. Born 3 Apr 1957. iv. John. Born 21 Oct 1958 in Columbus, Ohio. v. Rita. Born 5 Apr 1960 in Columbus, Ohio.

45.iv.vi. Clifford Floyd[6] Clark (Eppie[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Jun 1919 in Toliver, Ky.

He married, first, Frances Akley in Apr 1942. Born 22 Feb 1926 in Columbus, Ohio. Children:

i. Judith Kay[7]. Born 22 Dec 1943.

He married, second, Goldie Richie, 22 Aug 1948. Born 29 Sep 1919 in Hazard, Ky. There, were no children.

45.iv.vii. James Walker[6] Clark (Eppie[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Sep 1921 in Toliver, Wolfe Co., Ky.

He married Virginia Ruth Lawhead 10 May 1946 in Columbus, Ohio. Born 15 Aug 1926 in Windber, Somerset Co.,Pa. Children:

45.iv.vii. i. Connie Jean[7]. Born 18 Feb 1947. 45.iv.vii. ii. Janice Sue. Born 26 Jul 1949.

iii. Linda Kay. Born 2 Aug 1953 in Columbus, Ohio. She married Terry Allan McClure 7 Sep 1974 in Columbus.

iv. James Russell. Born 27 Aug 1960 in Columbus, Ohio.

45.iv.ix. Paul[6] Clark (Eppie[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Aug 1927. He married Betty Matthews and may have had other marriages. Children:

i. Paul[7]. ii. Dixie.

46.i.i. Ray[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He lived in Wittensville, Ky.He married Zora Combs. Children:

i. Brenda[7]. She married Roger Adams.

46.i.ii. Herschel[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died Mar 1985.He married, first, Gracie Fyffe. Died 1944. He married, second, Elsie Holbrook. Died 1980. He married, third,

Phoebe Hamilton. He had three children, mother(s) not identified:

i. Ernestine[7]. She married Jack Conn.ii. Gladys. She married Bobby Preston.iii. Evelyn. She married Paul V. Preston.

46.i.iv. Conrad[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died May 1986.

He married Ada Lee Ritter. Children:

i. Connie[7].ii. Rachael. She never married.iii. John.

46.i.vi. Lexie[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died 1991.She married Hasca Dixon. Children:

i. Harold[7]. He lived in Waycross, Ga.

46.i.vii. Hazel[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Sandy Hook, Ky.

She married Ova Johnson. Children:

i. Joyce Sue[7]. She married Ernie Greene.ii. Janet. She never married.

.46.i.viii. Fern[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Blaine, Ky.

She married Lunda Lyon. Children:

i. Dretha[7]. She married Andy Wheeler.ii. Imo Lee. She married, first, unknown. She married, second, Gene Salyer.iii. Manuel. He married Luetta Fuchs, born in Germany.

46.i.ix. Merle[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Oil Springs, Ky.

She married Delbert Fairchild. Children:

i. Vivian[7]. She was crippled and lived at home.ii. Linda. She married Richard Castle.iii. David. He married Kay Rice.

46.i.x. Ruth[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Flat Gap, Ky.She married Everett McKenzie. Children:

i. Ann[7]. She married Bill Rowland.

46.i.xi. Florence[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Burlington, Ky.

She married Foster Meade (called Sid). Children:

i. Carol[7]. She married Unknown.

46.i.xii. Anna Jewel[6] Conley (Benjamin Franklin[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She lived in Columbus, Ohio.

She married Orien Beculheimer. Children:

46.i.xii. i. Marvin[7].

46.ii.i. Vonnie Mae[6] Conley (George Leslie[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 May 1910 in Flat Gap, Ky. Died of breast cancer 13 Feb 1971 in Paintsville, Johnson Co., Ky. Buried in Fannin Cem., Crockett, Morgan Co., Ky.

She married Charlie Richard Jaynes, son of Clarence NMN Jaynes and Anna Virginia Kouns, 1 Jan 1930 in Paintsville. They divorced. Born 23 Jul 1912 in Boyd Co., Ky. Died of pulmonary edema 14 Feb 1978 in Ashland, Boyd County. Buried in Rose Hill Burial Park, Ashland. He married, second, Violet Hughes, and was a steel inspector. Children (of Vonnie and Charlie, all born in the Drake area, Flat Gap, Johnson Co., Ky):

46.ii.i. i. Harold Earlston[7]. Born 10 Feb 1931.

46.ii.i. ii. Anna Avonell (called Avonell). Born 24 Sep 1933. 46.ii.i. iii. Ywan Irene. Born 10 Mar 1938. 46.ii.i. iv. Eulas Lee. Born 11 Sep 1940.46.ii.i. v. Charlie Richard, Jr. Born 5 Feb 1942. 46.ii.i. vi. Minnie. Born 30 Oct 1945. 46.ii.i. vii. David Paul. Born 24 May 1950. 46.ii.i. viii. Danny Richard. Born 4 Jan 1952.46.ii.i. ix. Clarence.

46.viii.iii. Howard William[6] Conley (Thomas Jonathan[5], Mary Jane[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Dec 1919 (also reported as 1920) in Pike Co., Ohio. Died 3 May 1968 in Circleville, Pickaway Co., Ohio. Buried in Forest Cem., Circleville.

He married Dorothy Mae Chenoweth 23 Feb 1939 in Leetsville, Ky. Born 29 Nov 1917 in Stoutsville, Fairfield Co., Ohio. Children:

46.viii.iii. i. Sally Ann[7]. Born 2 Oct 1939 in Circleville.ii. Jack David. Born 29 Jan 1942. Died ca. 1948.

52.v.iii. Willard[6] Thacker (Hester[5], Rebecca Vicey[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Apr 1916 in Grapevine, Pike Co., Ky. Died 15 Apr 1975 in Clearwater, Pinellas Co., Fla. Willard worked in Kentucky coal mines in his 20s. He was in the Civilian Conservation Corps when he met Irma. After they married in Indiana, he returned with her to Pike Co., Ky. They later moved to Indiana where he worked in a service station; and to Clearwater, Fla., where he was managing a service station when he had a heart attack and had to retire. After retirement he and Irma bought a convenience store in Clearwater, where he worked until he died.

He married Irma Nadene Smith, daughter of Russell Myers Smith and Edith Mae Chestnut, 30 Nov 1935 in Bloomfield, Greene Co., Ind. Born 13 Sep 1920 in Worthington, Ind. Died 18 Oct 1996 in Clearwater, Fla., after a long illness with emphysema. Irma lived her younger years in Worthington, a small town in southern Greene Co., Ind. She was 15 when she met and married Willard. After the marriage they went to Pike Co., Ky., where Willard was from. She said many times if she had had a way she would have gone back home, because there was no electricity or running water in the Kentucky mountains at the time. They had to take their clothes to the creek to wash them. Willard’s entire family lived in three rooms, each with two double beds. Each room was heated by a fireplace. This was a shock for Irma, who grew up in Worthington with electricity and running water, but she stayed and became stronger for it. After they moved to Indiana, she worked at RCA and Western Electric factories for many years until they moved to Clearwater, Fla. in 1969. There, while Willard managed a service station, she cleaned rooms for a small motel. After Willard’s death, she sold their convenience store. Children:

52.v.iii. i. James Willard[7]. 52.v.iii. ii. Janice Sue. 52.v.iii. iii. Jack Lee. 52.v.iii. iv. Michael Joe.

52.v.viii. Mellie Jane[6] Thacker (Hester[5], Rebecca Vicey[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Oct 1927. She married William Brown. Children:

i. Joyce Ann[7]. ii. Carol Lynn.

53.i.i. Edna Mary Elizabeth[6] Sims (called Ett) (Catherine J.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph [Bernice Dixie Beasley]. Born 30 Apr 1886 in Finney, Russell Co., Va. Died Nov 1986 in Galion, Ohio.

She married, first, Stewart Kelly. Children:

i. Lena Louise[7]. Born 1923. Died 7 Jan 1989 in Bishop, Va. She married Joe Beavers

She married, second, Johnnie Wilson Smith, son of John L. Smith and Addie V. Unknown. Born 1 Jan 1901 in Bertie Co., N.C. Died 15 May 1940 in Welch, W.Va. Children:

ii. Ernest Clyde.

iii. Lloyd. Born 1928. Died Jun 1998 in Galion.iv. Julie Ann. Born 1930.v. Larry Wilson. Born 22 Apr 1931. Died Jun 1998.vi. Robert Ray. Born 1932.vii. Wanda Virginia. Born Jul 1937. Died 2001.

53.i.i. viii. Walter Leroy. Born 17 Aug 1939 in Welch, W.Va.

53.viii.i. Alvin Harold[6] Franklin (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 May 1916 in Yukon, W.Va. Died 2004.

He married Madeline Sword. Children:

i. Betty Louise[7]. She married Unknown Sorrel.ii. Alvin Franklin, Jr.iii. Patsy May. She married Unknown Rasmussen.iv. Carolyn Sue.v. Martha Florence. She married Unknown Hart.

53.viii.iv. Rochelle Beatrice[6] Franklin (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Sep 1920 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Jul 2004. She had two children with unknown:

53.viii.iv. i. Bernice Dixie[7] (Franklin). Born 9 Sep 1941 in Russell Co., Va.ii. Agnes Gay. She married Unknown Spicer.

She married John Benjamin Sisson in 1946.

53.viii.v. Rosalee[6] Franklin (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Oct 1922 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Oct 1994.

She married Roland Phillips, a brother of her sister Helen’s husband. Children:

i. Roland Lee[7].ii. Juanita Jane. She married Unknown Breeden.iii. Ralph Paul.iv. Glenn Dale.v. George Marshall.

53.viii.vi. Arnold Kenneth[6] Franklin (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1924 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 2000.

He married Esther Wilkerson. Children:

i. Wanda Sue[7]. She married Unknown Gibbs.ii. Arnold Kenneth, Jr.iii. Linda May.

53.viii.viii. Helen Christine[6] Franklin (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Sep 1926 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 2003.

She married Earnest Allen Phillips, a brother of her sister Rosalee’s husband. Children:

i. Earnest Allen[7] Jr.ii. Genevieve Irene.iii. Jeffrey Lynn.

53.viii.xi. James Dewey[6] Davison (Florence S.[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1928 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va., James Dewey Franklin was raised by Dr. Unknown Davison of Honaker. Although he was not adopted by Dr. Davison, he legally changed his surname to Davison. In 2005 he lived in Northern Virginia.

He married Pat Unknown. Children:

i. Debra Lyn[7].

ii. James Gerry.

54.vi.i. Robert Lee[6] Price (called Yogi) (Mollie[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1933 in Honaker, Va. Died 31 Jul 2000 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 3 Aug 2000, accompanied by photograph in baseball umpire uniform: Robert Lee (Yogi) Price, 67, of Bristol, formerly of Grundy, died Mon., July 31, 2000 in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tenn., following an extended illness. Born in Honaker, he was a son of the late Billy and Molly Honaker Price. He had lived in Buchanan County several years prior to moving to Bristol. He was a member of Abingdon Presbyterian Church. He was a former employee of Grundy Funeral Home and was a retired employee of United Coal Company with 25 years of service. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Bristol White Sox baseball team and had worked as an official for the Appalachian Athletic Umpire Association. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and two brothers. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Hattie Mae McCoy Price; one daughter, Belinda Sue Price Carr of Welch, W.Va.; three sisters, Lucille Kirby of War, W.Va., Jane Price of Richmond and May Scott of Chicago, Ill.; one granddaughter and one grandson. Funeral services will be held today (Thursday) at 11 a.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bill Leuzenger officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Valley Memorial Park at Big Rock. Active pallbearers will be Hezzie McCoy, Sonny Matney, James Arrington, Ralph Haring, Bill Miller and Eugene M. Cecil. Honorary pallbearers will be James McGlothlin, Bill Williamson, Bill White, Kevin Corbett, Sam Silcox, Allen Slagle, Dr. Terry Forest, Dr. Douglas Green, N.D. Street, E. Russell Belcher, Jack Smith, Steve Smith and John Fleenor. Grundy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He married Hattie Mae McCoy. Children:

i. Belinda Sue[7]. She married Unknown Carr.

58.ix.i. Basil[6] Fletcher (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1902 in Russell Co., Va. Died 8 Jan 1955 in Boyle Co., Ky.

He married Katie Lou Stevals. Born 4 Mar 1909. Died in Nov 1982 in Boyle County. Children:

i. Fred[7].ii. Delphia.iii. Kathrynn.iv. Josephine.v. William Dallas. Died in 1998.vi. Edgar Lee.vii. Millie.viii. Roy Samuel (called Sammy). Living in 2001.ix. Kathy Ann. Living in 2001.

58.ix.ii. Bessie[6] Fletcher (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born 19 Aug 1908 in Russell Co., Va. Died in Nov 1995 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Buried in Spring Hill Cem., Harrodsburg, Mercer Co., Ky.

She married Loy Lawton Ball. Died in 1942 or 1943 in Missouri. Children:

i. Anna May[7]. Born 20 Oct 1925. Died in Aug 1968 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She married Charles Edwin Carey (called Edwin).

ii. Thelma Lee. Born 4 Feb 1927. Died in Aug 2000 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She married James Van Arsdale.

iii. Clovis Ray (called Ray). He married Nell Unknown.iv. Ruth. She married Ted Studer.

58.ix.iii. Howard Douglas[6] Fletcher (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born 16 Feb 1916 in Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Nov 1989 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Buried in Spring Hill Cem., Harrodsburg, Mercer Co., Ky.

He married Mary Ellen Carey, daughter of Charlie Carey and Lula Jane McGrath, 30 Dec 1939 in Harrodsburg. Born 6 Jun 1919 in Mercer Co., Ky. She was living in 2001. Children:

i. William Donald[7]. Born 20 Oct 1940 in Mercer Co., Ky.ii. Juanita Gail. Born 17 Jan 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio.iii. Larry Steven. Born 10 Aug 1951 in Cincinnati.iv. Connie Jane. Born 22 Jun 1957 in Cincinnati.v. Barbara Lynn (twin). Born 23 Dec 1959 in Cincinnati. She was living in Cincinnati in 2001.vi. Beverly Ann (twin). Born 23 Dec 1959 in Cincinnati.

58.ix.v. Mary Margaret[6] Fletcher (called Margaret) (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born in Dec 1918 in Russell Co., Va. She was living in 2001.

She married Alvie Pulliam. They divorced. Children:

i. Corinne[7].ii. Frank.iii. John.iv. Louise.v. Alvie Jr.

58.ix.vi. James[6] Fletcher (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born 22 Oct 1922 in Boyle Co., Ky. Died 1 Nov 2000 in Loveland, Warren Co., Ohio. Buried in Graceland Memorial Gardens, Milford, Ohio.

He married Virginia Watts, daughter of Hezekiah Watts and Vicie Whitworth. Born 19 Mar 1927 in Harrodsburg, Mercer Co., Ky. Died 2 Jan 1998 in Loveland, Ohio. Buried in Graceland Memorial Gardens, Milford. Children:

i. Jerry[7].ii. Joyce.iii. Arnold.iv. Judy.v. Pamela.

58.ix.vii. Lucille[6] Fletcher (Sally Letha[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[1], Martin[1]). Born in Feb 1925 in Boyle Co., Ky. She was living in 2001.

She married Paul Vanarsdall. Children:

i. Carl[7].ii. Kay.

59.vi.i. Eula Burns[6] Puckett (also reported as Beulah) Elizabeth[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Aug 1907. Died Jun 1962. Buried in Grandview Cem., Bluefield, Va.

She married Ervin Smith Russell (called Smith), son of Joseph Phillip Russell and Hattie Purchee Lester. Born 10 Mar 1909 in Cedar Bluff, Va. Died Dec 1987 in Bluefield, Va. Buried in Grandview Cem., Bluefield. He previously married Virginia Elma Holbrook. Children (of Ervin and Eula):

i. Hattie Elizabeth[7]. Born 18 Feb 1932 in Laurel, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 2 Jan 2007 in Princeton, W.Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va.Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 5 Jan 2007: Princeton—Hattie R. Jones, 74, of Glenwood Retirement Center, Princeton, died Tue., Jan. 2, 2007 at Princeton Community Hospital. She was born in Tazewell Co., Va., and was a daughter of the late Smith

Russell and Eula Puckett Russell. She had taught school in Tazewell County for 11 years and later taught at Chowan College, Murfreesboro, N.C. for 30 years before retiring in 1995. She moved to Glenwood Retirement Village in 2002. She was a member of the Murfreesboro United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Robert N. Jones; stepmother, Alma Russell of Bluefield, Va.; uncle, Charlie Puckett of Bluefield, Va.; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Sat., Jan. 6, 2007 at 2 p.m. at the Dudley Memorial Chapel in Bluefield, Va. with Pastor Nancy Cale officiating.

Burial will follow in the Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va. Cousins will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call Saturday from noon until the hour of services at the Dudley Memorial Mortuary in Bluefield, Va.

She received her elementary education at Springfield, Bluestone and Dudley Elementary Schools in Tazewell Co., Va., and graduated from Graham High School, Bluefield, Va.,

in 1950. She took a B.S. from Concord College, Athens, W.Va., in 1957, and a Master of Education from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), Blacksburg, Va., in 1964. She pursued graduate work at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville; College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Va.; University of North Carolina at Greensboro, N.C.; University of South Alabama, Mobile; University of Dayton, Ohio; Memphis State University, Tenn.; and James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va. Early in her professional life she worked summers at First National Bank, Bluefield, W.Va.; later at Bluestone School, Bluefield, Va. (1952–1954); Tazewell [Va.] High School (1957–1965); then Chowan College, Murfreesboro, N.C. (1965–1995) until retirement. Her hobbies included reading, writing, music, relaxing at the beach, and travel. She visited Europe, Israel and Canada; attended the World’s Fair at Knoxville, Tenn., visited Inland Passage towns of Alaska, and Branson, Mo. She was a member of Murfreesboro United Methodist Church, North Carolina Silver Striders; and Murfreesboro Historical Association.

She married Robert Noble Jones, son of Dr. Ira O. Jones and Nellie Noble of Omaha, Neb., 27 May 1972 in Murfreesboro, N.C. Born ca. 1929 in Omaha. Died 20 Sep 2007 in Princeton, W.Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 25 Sep 20007: Princeton—Robert Noble Jones, 78, of Glenwood Park Retirement Center, Princeton, died Thurs., Sept. 20, 2007 at Princeton Community Hospital. He was born in Omaha, Neb., and was the son of the late Ira O. Jones and Nellie Noble Jones. He was a graduate of Omaha Technical High School, University of Nebraska at Omaha with a B.A. degree, University of Northern Colorado with a M.A. degree [missing words] University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He taught in the business department at Salem College, Salem, W.Va. and Chowan College, Murfreesboro, N.C. from [missing words] 1974, Roanoke-Chowan Human Services in Ahoskie, N.C. from 1975–1991 before retiring in 1991. He moved to Glenwood Retirement Center in 2002. He was a member of the Murfreesboro United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hattie E. Russell Jones. Survivors include a sister, Nancy Boersma of Ridgefield, Conn.; niece, Julina Sullivan of Baltimore, Md.; nephew, Dirk Boersma of New York; special friends, Sheila and Kenny Puckett of Springville, Va. Graveside services will be conducted Wed., Sept. 26, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the Grandview Mausoleum Chapel in Bluefield, Va. with Pastor Nancy Cole officiating. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to services at the Grandview Mausoleum Chapel. Dudley Memorial Mortuary in Bluefield, Va. is serving the Jones family.

59.vi.vii. Jess E.[6] Puckett (Elizabeth[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1919 in Lebanon, Va. Died 17 Apr 2001 in Bluefield, W.Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 18 Apr 2001: Springville, Va.—Jess E. Puckett, 81, of Springville, died Tue., Apr. 17, 2001 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center. Born in Lebanon, Va., he was a son of the late John Franklin Puckett and Elizabeth Honaker Puckett. Mr. Puckett was a member of the Springville Christian Church where he was a former deacon, served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was retired from Ossit Church Furniture Company in Bluefield, Va. He was preceded in death by five sisters and two brothers. Survivors include his wife, Ethel Frances Cox Puckett; son, Ken Puckett and wife, Sheila of Springville; granddaughters, Crystal Puckett and Misty Puckett of Virginia Beach, Va.; great-grandson, Kenneth Marshall Cullen; brother, Charlie R. Puckett and wife, Elizabeth of Bluefield, Va.; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Dudley Memorial Chapel in Bluefield, Va., with Minister Johnny Elmore officiating. Burial will follow in the Grandview Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be George Faulkner, Steve Slade, Stanley Cox, Ed Thomas, Larry Shrader and Harry Yates. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7-9 p.m. today.

He married Ethel Frances Cox. Children:

59.vi.vii. i. Ken[7].

60.iii.vi. Stella Marie[6] Cox (Alta M.[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1910 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 20 Jul 1992 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Garden, Claypool Hill, Va.

She married Guy Anderson Wilson, son of John Wilson and Elizabeth Lockhart. Born 1904 in Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Nov 1977 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Garden. Children:

60.iii.vi. i. Betty[7].60.iii.vi. ii. Billie Jean.60.iii.vi. iii. Harry Donald.60.iii.vi. iv. J.P.

60.v.ii. Gertie May[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Apr 1915 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Sep 2006 in Hopewell, Va. Buried in Appomattox Cem., unknown location. Services were at Hopewell Chapel, J.T. Morris & Son Funeral Home.

She married Charles W. Sipes (called Leo). Children:

i. Robert E.[7] (called Bobby). Born in Hopewell. He married Rita Unknown. Born in Hopewell.ii. Jerry W. Born in Hopewell. He married Cathy Unknown. Born in Chesterfield, Va.

60.v.iii. Minnie Opel[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Sep 1917 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Dec 2005 in Hopewell, Va.

She married Wilton Bogan. Children:

i. Billy[7].ii. Larry.iii. Unknown.iv. Unknown.

60.v.iv. Chester Dennis[6] Honaker (called Chet) (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 16 May 1920 in Honaker, Va. Died 23 Nov 1976 of cardiac arrest in Mesquite, Texas. Buried in Laurel Oaks Cem., Mesquite. His obituary was published in the Dallas [Texas] Times Herald. Final services were at Anderson Clayton Funeral Home, Mesquite. Chet enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Forces 7 Jan 1941 in Roanoke, Va. In 1942 he was an aircraft mechanic based at Love Field, Dallas, Texas, and later in the Phillipines, mustering out in Sep 1945 as a staff sergeant. He later became a cabinet maker.

He married Minnie Pearl Rutledge, daughter of Mylous Elzaberry Rutledge and Minnie Rosalee Goodwin, 1 Nov 1945 in Dallas, Texas. Born 13 May 1921 in Dallas. Died 3 Apr 2008 in Dallas. Buried in Laurel Oaks Cem., Mesquite. In 2006 she lived in Mesquite, Texas. Chet and Minnie met when he was stationed at Love Field. After his discharge from military service, he returned home to Honaker, Va., to see his family, then went to Texas where he married. He lived in Texas until his death.

New Hope Funeral Home, Sunnyvale, Texas, 4 Apr 2008: Minnie Pearl Honaker, born May 13, 1921 in Dallas, Texas, passed away on Apr. 3, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Chester Dennis Honaker; daughter Judy Marie Chandler in 1992; brothers Willie Rutledge and Raymond Rutledge; sisters Genevieve Weber and Mary Ella Rutledge. Minnie is survived by daughters Sharon Melton and husband Joe, Virginia Swint and husband Dennis; son Dennis Honaker and wife Kathy; grandchildren Brandon, Steven, Jarrod, Karen, Casey, Wendy, Russell, and Kimberly. She also had seven great grandchildren. Also survived by brothers Henry Rutledge and wife Francis, Philmer Rutledge and Dorsey (D.L.) Rutledge and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Sat., Apr. 5, 2008 at 12 noon at New Hope Funeral Home, 500 East Hwy. 80, Sunnyvale, Texas.

Children:

60.v.iv. i. Sharon Ruth[7]. Born 20 Sep 1946 in Dallas.60.v.iv. ii. Judy Marie. Born 12 Oct 1949 in Mesquite.60.v.iv. iii. Dennis Lee. Born 3 Nov 1953 in Mesquite.60.v.iv. iv. Virginia Ann. Born 6 Nov 1956 in Mesquite.

60.v.v. Earnest Lee[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Nov 1922 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Dec 2003 in Hopewell, Va.

He married Rassie Stevens, daughter of Robert Lee Stevens and Rachel Johnson. Born 20 Jun 1926 in Council, Va. Died 21 Jan 2014.

Times Dispatch, Richmond, Va., 23 Jan 2014: Rassie Stevens Honaker, 87, of Hopewell, Va., died Tue., Jan. 21, 2014. Rassie was predeceased by her husband, Ernest Lee Honaker. Rassie retired from Hopewell Public Schools as a cafeteria worker. Funeral arrangements by J.T. Morriss & Son.

Hopewell [Va.] News & Patriot, 23 Jan 2014: Rassie Stevens Honaker, 87, was called to her eternal home on Tue., Jan. 21, 2014 after a period of declining health. Born on June 20, 1926 in Council, Va., she was one of thirteen siblings. She is predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Ernest Lee Honaker; her daughter, Deborah H. Creggar; her parents, Robert Lee and Rachel Johnson Stevens; three brothers, Clovis Stevens, Paul Stevens, and Carl Stevens; three sisters, Roxie Harris, Gracie Cook and Dorothy Stevens. Rassie was a member of Powers Memorial Baptist Church, a loving mom, grandmother, and sister. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Randall L. Honaker and his wife, Nancy; granddaughters, Audra M. Honaker, Megan E. Creggar, grandson, Scott R. Honaker; brothers, Lee Roy Stevens and his wife, Tammy, Leemore Stevens and his wife, Faye, Jerry Stevens and his wife, Mary Lou; sisters, Dollie Stone and her husband, Malcolm, Julia Johnson, Ruth Howard; sisters-in-law Lois Lee and her husband, Gordon, Clara Stevens; numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Mon., Jan. 27, 2014 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services with visitation one hour prior. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Virginia, 7231 Forest Ave., Suite 100, Henrico, VA 23226, or First United Methodist Church, 502 W. Broadway, Hopewell, VA 23806. The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Brighter Living for the loving care of Mrs. Honaker. Condolences may be made to jtmorrisscom.

Children:

60.v.v. i. Randall L.[7] 60.v.v. i. Deborah. Born ca. 1954.

60.v.vi. Gladys Fern[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Feb 1926 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died ca. 2005 in Hopewell, Va. She was valedictorian of the Honaker [Va.] High School Class of 1943.

She married Carl Edward Ashbrook, son of Otis F. Ashbrook and Bessie Holland. Born ca. 1925 in Honaker, Va. Died 11 Mar 2005. Buried in Appomattox Cem., possibly Appomattox, Va. Carl’s sister Mary Sue married Martin-descendant Jonah Lee[6] Honaker.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 16 Mar 2005—Carl Edward Ashbrook, 80, of Hopewell [Va.] died Fri., Mar. 11, 2005 in John Randolph Medical Center, Hopewell. He was born in Honaker, Va., and had been a resident of this area for many years. Mr. Ashbrook attended the Church of the Nazarene and was a retired clerk from McKay Hardware. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis F. and Bessie Holland Ashbrook. Mr. Ashbrook is survived by his wife, Gladys Honaker Ashbrook of Hopewell, two sons, Edward Lee Ashbrook, also of Hopewell, Rev. Barry Lynn Ashbrook of Montpelier, five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, three sisters, Sue A. Honaker of St. Louis, Mo., Hazel A. Sykes, Lois A. Hubbard, both of Bristol, Va., three brothers, Billy Ashbrook of Columbus, Ohio, Fay Ashbrook of Abingdon, Va., and Ernest Ashbrook of Chesapeake, Va. A funeral service was held at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Lewis Brown officiating pastor. Interment took place Tue., Mar. 15, 2005 at 11 a.m. in Appomattox Cem.. Memorial contributions may be made to Mrs. Ashbrook to defray funeral expenses. J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service was in charge.

Children:

i. Edward Lee[7].ii. Barry Lynn.

60.v.vii. Edith[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Feb 1929 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 12 Mar 1998 in Hopewell, Va. Buried in Appomattox Cem., unknown location.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Mar 1998 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 1999: Edith Honaker Cox, 69, of Hopewell, died Thurs., Mar. 12, 1998 in John Randolph Nursing Home. She was born in Honaker and had made her home in Hopewell for the past 12 years. Mrs. Cox was the daughter of the late Elbert and Lucy Honaker. Surviving are four children, Steve Cox of Colonial Heights, Mary Jane Coghill of Chester, Jeff Cox of Wakefield, Keith Cox of Chester; two grandchildren, Josh Cox and Dana Cox, both of Colonial Heights; four sisters, Gertie Sipes, Minnie Bogan, Gladys Ashbrook, Lois Lee; and one brother, Ernest Honaker, all of Hopewell. She is also survived by S. Paul Cox, of Hopewell. A graveside service was held Sat., Mar. 14, 1998 at 2 p.m. in Appomattox Cem. with the Rev. Barry Ashbrook officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hopewell Emergency Crew, P.O. Box 572, Hopewell, VA 23860.

She married Paul Cox. Children:

i. Steven[7]. ii. Mary Jane. She married Unknown Coghill.

iii. Jeff. iv. Keith.

60.v.viii. Lois Jean[6] Honaker (Elbert[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Oct 1935 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. In 2006 she lived in Hopewell, Va. , where she was a hospital volunteer.

She married Gordon Lee. Children:

60.v.viii. i. Janet[7].ii. Jennifer.iii. Jonathan Scott.

60.ix.ii. Virginia Odell[6] Honaker (Lester[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Apr 1921 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Apr 1999 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried in Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport.

The funeral home card indicated that the service was held at Pentecost Independent Freewill Baptist Church, 28 Apr 1999 at 1 p.m., Pastor Eddie McAmis officiating; pallbearers were Tony Monk, Tim Monk, Gerald Monk Jr., Randy Salley, Wayne Salley, Howard Sanders, Robert Bright and Buford McAmis; survivors were husband Clarence W. Monk, daughters Shirley Grubbs, Mary Ann Sanders, Helen Sue Salley, sons Roy Gene Monk, Sherman Monk, Clarence Monk Jr., Gerald E. Monk; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters Tressa Gilliam, Mary Alice Artrip, Gaylene Bishop and Fayrene Honaker; brothers Clarence Honaker, Lawrence Honaker; several nieces and nephews.

She married Clarence Whitney Monk, son of Whitley Hayes Monk and Sarah Ann Phipps, 4 Sep 1936 in Russell County. Grandson Randy Salley reported that Clarence and Virginia were married on the train tracks in Honaker, Va., in a remote place because Virginia’s father opposed the marriage. Born 7 Apr (also reported as 20 Apr) 1920. The death certificate indicates he was born 7 Apr 1920 in Honaker, Va., attributed to the death informant, his son Roy Gene. His eldest daughter Shirley said, however, he was born on a small Cherokee reservation in Greene Co., Tenn. 1920 census records show his parents living in Greene County. Died 14 Jul 2000 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport. He was a coal miner in Virginia and West Virginia. Clarence’s reported middle name, Whitney, and his father’s first name, Whitley, are so close in spelling as to invite speculation. We don’t know whether the names are intentionally different or are the result of recording error.

Children:

i. Shirley[7]. Born 1938 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. She married Unknown Grubbs.60.ix.ii. ii. Mary Ann. Born 1939 in Honaker.60.ix.ii. iii. Roy Gene. Born 1940 in Honaker.

iv. Clarence Whitney, Jr. Born 1941 in Honaker.60.ix.ii. v. Sherman. Born 1942 in Honaker.60.ix.ii. vi. Gerald E. Born 22 Dec 1946 in Honaker. The reported birthdates and places for Gerald and his

sister Helen are too close together. We don’t know where the problem lies.60.ix.ii. vii. Helen Sue. Born 23 Dec 1946 in West Virginia. The reported birthdates and places for Helen and

her brother Gerald are too close together. We don’t know where the problem lies.

60.ix.vi. Gaylene[6] Honaker (twin) (Lester[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 May 1944 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Jan 2001 in Sullivan Co., Tenn. Buried in Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport, Tenn.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Jan 2001: Gaylene Bishop, 56, went to be with the Lord on Wed., Jan. 10, 2001 at her residence following an extended battle with Lou Gehrig’s disease. She was a member of Oak Drive Independent Church. She was employed at First Presbyterian Church, Kingsport, for 20 years. Mrs. Bishop was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Margie Honaker, and one sister, Odel Monk. Surviving are her husband, Eddie F. Bishop Jr., of the home; daughters and son-in-law, Sonara and Mike Christian, Kingsport, Kimberly R. Bishop, Johnson City, Tenn.; son, Eddie F. “Bo” Bishop III, Church Hill, Tenn.; one granddaughter, Danielle N. Bishop, Talbott, Tenn.; three sisters, Tressa Gilliam, Kingsport and her late husband, Rion Gilliam, Mary Alice Artrip and husband, J.C. Artrip, Abingdon, Va., twin sister, Fayrene Honaker, Kingsport, two brothers, Clarence Honaker and his late wife Vicie, Honaker, Va., Lawrence Honaker and wife Betty Honaker, Kingsport; two special friends, Gaynelle Bachman and Brenda Clarkston; several nieces and nephews. Services were conducted at 8 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ray Garland and Pastor Jim Bishop officiating. Graveside services were conducted 1 p.m. Saturday at Oak Hill Cem.. Nephews served as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to Wellmont Hospice, 280 Steele Road, Bristol, TN 37620, or to ALS Research Clinic, c/o Lee Turner Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Foundation, 8142 North Lawndale Ave., Skokie, IL 60076-3322.

She married Eddie F. Bishop Jr. Children:

i. Sonara[7]. She married Mike Christian.ii. Kimberly R.

60.ix.vi. iii. Eddie F., III (called Bo).

62.iv.i. Flora[6] Honaker (Charlie Graham[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Sep 1910 in Elk Garden, Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Nov 1988 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in a private Cem., Blackford, Va.

She married, first, Burk John Ray, son of Jonathan Ray and Causby Plaster, 4 Jul 1929 in Honaker, Va. Born23 Jun 1906 in Honaker. Died 12 Aug 1941 in a coal mine accident in Jewel Ridge, Va. Buried in a private Cem., Blackford, Va. He was a truck driver and coal miner. Children:

62.iv.i i. Geneva Lois[7] (called Lois). Born 7 Jun 1931. 62.iv.i. ii. Louise Earnestine (called Ernie). Born 27 Jun 1932. 62.iv.i. iii. Marian Frances. Born 22 May 1935. 62.iv.i. iv. Jimmie Garland. Born 15 Nov 1937 in Washington Co., Va.

She married, second, Charles Edward Snead. She married, third, Carl Ray. She married, fourth, William Edward Wann. She married, fifth, Jack Carriger. Died 13 Nov 1975. There were no children from these marriages.

62.iv.ii. Lola Mae[6] Honaker (Charlie Graham[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jul 1913 in Elk Garden, Va. She operated a beauty shop for 38 years. In 1999 she lived in Bristol, Tenn.

She married Jesse Nathaniel Saddler, son of Cowden Saddler and Ibbie Menton, 24 Jun 1931 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 6 Aug 1906 in Castlewood, Va. Died 18 Nov 1993 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Glenwood Cem., Bristol, Tenn. Jesse was a truck driver for Pinemont & Flavor Rich Dairy, Bristol, Va. Children:

62.iv.ii. i. Billy Richard[7]. Born 15 Sep 1932. 72.iv.ii. ii. Robert Graham (called Bob). Born 1 Jan 1936. 62.iv.ii. iii. Jesse Grayson. Born 8 Sep 1940.

62.iv.iii. Bessie[6] Honaker (Charlie Graham[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She had no middle name. Born 24 May 1916 in Elk Garden, Va. Died 13 Dec 1982 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

She married Roy Thomas White Jr., son of Roy Thomas White and Nina Frances Gillespie, 4 Nov 1938 in Richlands, Va. Born 26 Feb 1915 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 15 Apr 1997 in Richlands. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. He was a clerk for W.B.F. White & Sons, Richlands. Children:

62.iv.iii. i. Kay Frances[7]. Born 9 Apr 1940. ii. John Thomas. Born 4 Oct 1948 in Tazewell Co., Va. In 1999 he was employed by Pioneer

Chevrolet, Abingdon, Va. He married Shirley Unknown in Richlands, Va. They had three children, names unknown.

iii. Jackie Ray (called J.R.). Born 6 Apr 1953. In 1999 he was employed by Pioneer Chevrolet, Abingdon, Va. He married Bonnie Griffith, son of Floyd Griffith Jr. and Shelby Kidd, 7 Dec 1979 in Tazewell Co., Va. Born 17 Jan 1955 in Tazewell Co., Va.

62.iv.iii. iv. Anita Gale. Born 27 Aug 1957.

62.iv.iv. Hattie Lee[6] Honaker (Charlie Graham[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jul 1918 in Elk Garden, Va. Died ca. 2004.

She married Richard Kenneth Robinette, son of Millard R. Robinette and Martha Baber, 14 May 1938. Born 11 Nov 1917 in Richlands, Va. Died 17 Mar 2013. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 20 Mar 2013 and Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, W.Va., 20 Mar 2013: Richlands, Va.—Richard Kenneth Robinette, age 95, went to be with the Lord, Sun., March 17, 2013, in Bluefield, Va., following a lengthy illness. He was born in Wise Co., Va., and was the son of the late Millard R. and Martha Baber Robinette. He was a graduate of Richlands High School, Class of 1936, and was a retired conductor for Norfolk & Southern Railroad. Richard lived most of his life in the Richlands area before moving to Bluefield several years ago to live with his daughter, Nancy and her husband, Raymond. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Hattie Honaker Robinette. Those who remain to carry on his spirit are: his daughters, Betty Jean Coleman and husband, Edward, of Richlands, Nancy Mulkey and husband, Raymond, of Bluefield;

son, Richard Kenneth Robinette Jr. of Bluefield; sisters, Louise Self of Emporia, Va., and Alice Razeau of New Port Richey, Fla; brother, Millard Robinette of Bassett, Va.; 10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends also survive him. Funeral services for Richard Kenneth Robinette will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thurs., March 21, 2013, at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, with the Revs. Ralph Horton and Phillip Horton officiating. Interment will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be grandsons and Ed Coleman. The Robinette family will receive friends beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com

Children:

62.iv.iv. i. Betty Jean[7]. Born 1 Apr 1939. 62.iv.iv. ii. Richard Kenneth, Jr. Born 22 Apr 1942. 72.iv.iv. iii. Nancy Carol. Born 26 Jul 1946.

62.iv.v. Jack Donald[6] Honaker (Charlie Graham[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Jan 1932 in Honaker, Va. Died 31 Aug 1984 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Glenwood Cem., Bristol, Tenn. He was an engineer for the Norfolk & Western Railroad.

He married Charlotte Earlene Teaster, daughter of Earl Dudley Teaster and Hattie Lee Bauers, 25 Sep 1956 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 21 Sep 1939. Children:

i. Jackie Ellen[7]. Born 14 Jul 1957. She works at the Wellmont Hospital insurance office, Bristol, Tenn. She married Patrick James Davis (called Pat), son of James David Davis, in 1973 in Williamson, W.Va. Born in Aug unknown year in Williamson. He is a conductor for the Norfolk & Western Railroad.

ii. Susan. Born 25 Feb 1959. She is marketing coordinator for the Davis Co., Marion, Va. She married Michael Kohair Jr., son of Michael Kohair and Jewel Unknown, in Williamson, W.Va. Born in Williamson. He is employed by Mid-Mountain Food, Food City, Marion, Va.

62.viii.i. India Bell[6] Honaker (called Bell) (Dale[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Nov 1921 in Kentucky. Died Jul 2011 in Bluff City, Tenn. Buried in Grubb Cem., unidentified place.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 29 Jul 2011: Bristol, Tenn.—India Bell Honaker Grubb, age 89, went to be with the Lord at the home of her daughter in Bluff City, Tenn. She was born Nov. 18, 1921, in Kentucky, but had lived most of her life in the Bristol area. She was the daughter of the late Dale and Laura Harris Honaker, and the widow of James R. Grubb. She was also preceded in death by a son, Larry F. Grubb; sister, Minnie Lopez; brothers, Paul Honaker and Aubert Honaker; son-in-law, Leon Hodge. She was a member of Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church and attended Holston Valley Christian Church. Mrs. Grubb is survived by daughters, Elizabeth Hodge and Janice Carrier and husband, Dale; sons, James Grubb Jr. and wife, Ethel, Jerry Grubb and wife, Debbie, and Glenn Grubb and wife, Debbie; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Lou Ella Eden, Gay Smith and husband, Bill, Martha Carpenter and husband, Bob; daughter-in-law, Martha Grubb; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be 8 p.m. Sat., July 30, 2011, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Gary Barnett and Pastor Bill Christian officiating. The burial will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Grubb Cem.. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Roger Carrier, Michael Grubb, Brad Grubb, Dustin Pendergrass, Terry Carrier, Austin Fleenor, John Fleenor, Bobby Grubb and Allen Grubb. The family would like to express their appreciation to Amedysis Hospice Service nurses, Cathy and Sandra. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

She married James R. Grubb. Died before 2011. Children:

62.viii.i. i. James R. Jr.[7] (called Jimmy). Born 12 Oct 1938. ii. Laura Elizabeth. Born in Sullivan Co., Tenn. She married Leon Hodge 17 Mar or Aug 1960 in

Mountain City, Tenn. iii. Janice Marie. Born in Sullivan Co., Tenn. She married Roger Dale Carrier 9 May 1970 in Bristol,

Tenn. iv. Larry Fain. Born in Sullivan Co., Tenn. Died before 2011. He married Martha Sue Beeler 20 Jun

1967 in Bristol, Tenn. v. Jerry Lyn. Born in Sullivan Co., Tenn. He married Deborah Brooks. vi. Glenn Harrison. Born in Sullivan Co., Tenn. He married Deborah Poston (called Debbie).

62.viii.v. Minnie Lee[6] Honaker (called Bell) (Dale[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Mar 1926. Died before 2003.

She married Jerry Lopez. Children:

i. David[7]. Died before 2003.

62.viii.vi. Rebecca Gay[6] Honaker (called Gay) (Dale[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 2003 she lived in Bristol, Tenn.

She married, first, Earl Steele, son of Unknown Steele and Florence Unknown. Children:

62.viii.vi. i. David Earl[7]. Born 22 Jun 1962 in Sullivan Co., Va. ii. Lisa. She married Steve Lohoff.iii. Donna. She married Unknown Walden.iv. Michael Daniel. He married Eula Unknown.

She married, second, Bill Smith.

68.i.i. Garland[6] Varney (Martha[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Mar 1915 at Johns Creek, Pike Co., Ky. Died 5 Aug 2008. Buried in Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy, Ky.

Appalachian News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 7 Aug 2008: Garland Varney, 93, of Canada [Ky.], died Tue., Aug. 5, 2008, at the South Williamson Appalachian Regional Hospital. He was born at Johns Creek, March 17, 1915, a son of the late Leonard and Martha Honaker Varney. He was a retired coal miner, a member of United Mine Workers of America and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lola Varney; two sons, Eugene Varney and Tommy Smith; two stepchildren; five brothers; four sisters; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle A. Varney of Canada; six sons, Leroy Varney of Richlands, Va., Jimmy Ray Varney of Somerset, Julius Varney and Bruce Edward Varney, both of Canada, Junior Varney and Ivan Dale Varney, both of Covington; three daughters, Mary Jane Slone of Cincinnati, Gail Rowe of Bluefield, Va., June Blackburn of Gate City, Va.; four stepsons, Troy Keene and Roger Keene, both of Jewel Ridge, Va., Harold Keene of Flor Home, Fla., Richard Keene of Lakeland, Fla.; four stepdaughters, Martha Allen of Bridgeton, N.J., Penny Compton of Richlands, Gaynell Adkins of Pound, Va., Juanita Wimmer of Jewel Ridge; 37 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren, 27 stepgrandchildren, seven stepgreat-grandchildren, and several stepgreat-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Fri., Aug. 8, in the R.E. Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Buddy Kendrick officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy. Arrangements are under direction of R.E. Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry. Visitation is after 6:30 p.m. Thursday.

He married, first, Lola Unknown.He married, second, Myrtle A. Unknown.Children (mother unidentified):

i. Eugene[7]. Died before 2008.ii. Leroy.iii. Jimmy Ray.iv. Julius.v. Bruce Edward.vi. Junior.vii. Ivan Dale.viii. Mary Jane. She married Unknown Slone.ix. Gail. She married Unknown Rowe.x. June. She married Unknown Blackburn.

68.i.ii. Wayne[6] Varney (Martha[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Mar 1924 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 9 Sep 2006 in Pikeville, Pike County. Buried in Varney Cem., Kimper, Ky.

Appalachian News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 12 Sep 2006 (with photograph): Wayne Varney, 82, of Kimper, died Sat., Sept. 9, 2006, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born in Pike County, Mar. 27, 1924, a son of the late Leonard and Martha Honaker Varney. He was a retired coal miner and member of United Mine Workers of America, and a deacon of the Calvary Primitive Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by one son, Danny Varney; one daughter, Phyllis Ann Varney; and one grandson, Mark Layne. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Arizona Varney; six sons, Phillip Varney and Wayne Thomas Varney, both of Spencer, Ohio, Roger Varney (Jeanette) of Raccoon, Gregory Wayne Varney and Denver Varney, both of Kimper, Jeffery Varney (Cindy) of Virgie; four daughters, Christine Varney and Deborah (Mrs. Leslie) Tackett, both

of Kimper, Barbara (Mrs. Richard) Keene of Pikeville, Shelia (Mrs. Dewayne) Williams of Kermit, W.Va.; one brother, Garland Varney of Canada [Ky.]; 17 grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wed., Sept. 13, in the Calvary Primitive Baptist Church with David Allen Thacker, Barry Thacker, Noah Slone, Michael Smith, Paul Varney and others officiating. Burial will follow in the Varney Cem., Kimper. Arrangements are under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon. Special services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Pallbearers are Darrell Varney, Dewayne Varney, Jason Varney, Ricky Billiter, Andy Hylton, Bruce Reed, Eddie Reed, and John “Fitch” Reed. Honorary pallbearers are Nathan Tackett and Noah Varney.

He married Arizona[6] Varney (Martin[1]), daughter of Celia (Honaker) and Dewey Varney, ca. 1950. Children:

i. Danny[7]. Died before 2006.ii. Phyllis Ann. Died before 2006.iii. Phillip. In 2006 he lived in Spencer, Ohio.iv. Wayne Thomas. In 2006 he lived in Spencer.v. Roger. In 2006 he lived in Raccoon, Ky. He married Jeanette Unknown.vi. Gregory Wayne. In 2006 he lived in Kimper, Ky.vii. Denver. In 2006 he lived in Kimper.viii. Jeffery. In 2006 he lived in Virgie, Ky. He married Cindy Unknown.

68.i.ii. ix. Christine. In 2006 she lived in Kimper, Ky.x. Deborah. In 2006 she lived in Kimper. She married Leslie Tackett.xi. Barbara. In 2006 she lived in Pikeville. She married Richard Keene.xii. Shelia. In 2006 she lived in Kermit, W.Va. She married Dewayne Williams.

68.iii.ii. Sadie Marie[6] Justice (Lydia[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Jun 1923 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 2 May 1994 in Canada, Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Justice Family Cem., Canada.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., unknown date: Sadie M. Justice Reed, 70, of Canada, Ky., died May 2, 1994 at her home. Born June 1, 1923 in Pike Co., Ky., she was a daughter of William Riley and Lydia Honaker Justice. A retired clerk, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl. She is survived by three sons, Jack D. of Williamson, W.Va., Larry David of Washington, D.C., and Clinton Reed of Canada, Ky.; and four daughters, Myrtle Joyce Williamson of Canada, Ky., Jean Hardin and Beulah Stiltner, both of Grundy, Va., and Janice Sessions of Raleigh, N.C. She is survived also by two sisters, Ethel Clevinger of Canada, Ky., and Frances Anderson of Kimper, Ky.; 22 grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 5 at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Robert Worrix and Noah Sloan officiating. Burial was at the Justice Family Cem. at Canada. Arrangements were by Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry, Ky.

She married Carl Reed. Children:

i. Jack D.[7]. ii. Larry David. iii. Clinton. iv. Myrtle Joyce. She married Unknown Williamson. v. Jean. She married Unknown Hardin. vi. Beulah. She married Unknown Stiltner. vi. Janice. She married Unknown Sessions.

68.iii.iii. Ethel[6] Justice (Lydia[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Sep 1924 in Grapevine, Ky. Died 19 Sep 2013 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Justice Family Cem., Canada, Pike Co., Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 24 Sep 2014, with photograph—Ethel Clevenger, 89, of Canada, died Fri., Sept. 19, 2014, at Pikeville Medical Center. She was born in Grapevine, Sept. 23, 1924, the daughter of the late W.R. Justice and Lydia Honaker Justice. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Clevenger; one son, Thomas Lee Clevenger; two brothers; and four sisters. She was a homemaker and of the Primitive Baptist faith. She is survived by one son, Clyde Clevenger of Canada. Funeral services were held noon, Mon., Sept. 22, 2014, at the R.E. Rogers Funeral Home chapel with Primitive Baptist ministers officiating. Burial followed at the Justice Family Cem., Canada.

She married Andrew Clevenger. Died before 2014. Children:

i. Thomas Lee[7]. Died before 2014.ii. Clyde.

68.v.iv. Alice[6] Slone (Amanda[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jun 1929 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 15 Feb 2001 in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Varney Family Cem., Kimper.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 16 Feb 2001: Alice Varney, 71, of Kimper, died at 3 a.m. Thurs., Feb. 15, 2001, at her home. She was born in Pike County June 24, 1929, a daughter of the late George and Amanda Honaker Slone. She was a homemaker and a member of the Varney Branch Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leura Varney, who died in 1990. She is survived by two daughters, Levonnie Childers and Judy Chapman, both of Kimper; one sister, Bertha Mae Maynard of Sidney; and two grandchildren, Greg Childers and Melany Chapman. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Sat., Feb. 17, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel with Noah Slone, Michael Elswick, Michael Smith, David Thacker, Paul Varney and others officiating. Burial will follow in the Varney Family Cem., Kimper. Arrangements are under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon. Special services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday.

She married Leura Varney. Died in 1990. Children:

68.v.iv. i. Levonnie[7].68.v.iv. ii. Judy.

68.v.v. Bertha Mae[6] Slone (Amanda[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 May 1940. Died 7 Mar 2002 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Clevinger Cem., Canada, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 10 Mar 2002: Bertha Mae Maynard, 61, of Stratton Fork Road, Canada, died Thurs., Mar. 7, 2002, at Pikeville Methodist Hospital. She was born May 2, 1940, a daughter of the late George and Amanda Honaker Slone. She was a homemaker and a nurse’s aide, and a member of the Lonesome Dove Old Regular Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by eight sisters. She is survived by her husband, Louie Clyde Maynard; four daughters, Amanda Alice Edmiston of Sidney, Cathy Ann Smith and Jana Louise Stewart, both of Jeffersonville, Bobbie Jean Drake of Harper’s Ferry, W.Va.; two stepsons, Daniel Lester Maynard of Columbus, Ohio, Louis W. Maynard of Pikeville; three stepdaughters, Patricia Frank, Linda Gilbert, and Wanda May, all of Columbus; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and two stepgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Sun., Mar. 10, in the Lonesome Dove Old Regular Baptist Church, with Raymond Smith, Spencer Hall, Gabe Lowe, and Dennis Kidd officiating. Burial will follow in the Clevinger Cem., Canada. Arrangements are under direction of Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry. Pallbearers are Louis W. Maynard, Arnie Smith, Russell Drake, Clarence Smith, Joshua Maynard and Justin Cecil.

She married Louie Clyde Maynard. Children:

i. Amanda Alice[7]. Married Unknown Edmiston.ii. Cathy Ann. Married Unknown Smith.iii. Jana Louise. Married Unknown Stewart.iv. Bobbie Jean. Married Unknown Drake.

68.vii.v. Grant[6] Varney (Celia[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Feb 1924 in Pikeville, Ky. Died 14 Aug 2012 in Varney, Ky. Buried in Robinette Family Cem., Varney, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 17 Aug 2012: Grant Varney, 88, of Varney, died Tue., Aug. 14, 2012, at the home of his daughter, Geneva Robinette. He was born in Pikeville, Feb. 29, 1924, the son of the late Dewey and Celia Honaker Varney. He was a disabled coal miner. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jemima Reed Varney; and six brothers and sisters, Heller Varney, Bobby Gene Varney, Dewey Varney, Jr., Lonzo Varney, Frankie Harris and Kansas Reed. He is survived by two daughters, Geneva Robinette (Richard) and JoAnn Robinette (Clifton), both of Varney; two brothers, Blidge Varney of Kimper and Teddy Varney of Meta; two sisters, Birdie Chapman of Prestonsburg and Arizona Varney of Kimper, three grandchildren, Carrie Denise Sparks, Richard Anthony Robinette and Derek Jordan Robinette; and two great grandchildren. Funeral servicers will be held at 11 a.m. Sat., Aug. 18, in the Pilgrim Home Old Regular Baptist Church with Old Regular Baptist ministers officiating. Burial will follow in the Robinette Family Cem., Varney. Arrangements are under direction of R.E. Rogers Funeral Home of Belfrey. Visitation is after 5 p.m. Friday, at the church, with special services at 7. Condolences may be sent at www.regoversfuneralhome.com.

He married Jemima Reed. Children:

i. Geneva[7]. She married Richard Robinette.ii. JoAnn. She married Clifton Robinette.

68.vii.vii. Dewey[6] Varney Jr. (called J.R.) (Celia[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jan 1938 in Pike County. Died 25 May 2004 in Pikeville, Pike Co., Ky. Buried in Varney Branch Cem., Kimper, Pike Co., Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 26 May 2004: Dewey “J.R.” Varney, 66, of Zebulon Highway, Pikeville, died Tue., May 25, 2004, at his home. He was born in Pike County Jan. 17, 1938, a son of the late Dewey and Celia Honaker

Varney. He was a coal miner. He was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Varney; one son, David Varney of Kimper; three daughters, Diana Cains and Norma Jean May, both of Kimper, Tammy Lynn Moore of Martin; three brothers, Blige Varney and Teddy Varney, both of Kimper, Grant Varney of Brushy; two sisters, Arizona Varney of Kimper and Bertie Chapman of Prestonsburg; seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thurs., May 27, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Varney Branch Cem., Kimper. Arrangements are under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon.

He married Phyllis Unknown. Children:

i. David[7]. In 2004 he lived in Kimper, Ky.ii. Diana. She married Unknown Cains and in 2004 lived in Kimper.iii. Norma Jean. She married Unknown May and in 2004 lived in Kimper.iv. Tammy Lynn. She married Unknown Moore and in 2004 lived in Kimper.

68.vii.xi. Arizona[6] Varney (Celia[5], James[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Wayne[6] Varney (Martin[1]), son of Martha (Honaker) and Leonard Varney. Their children continue

under his listing.

70.v.i. Ruby Anne[6] Honaker (Roland Hankins[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jul 1905 at the family home in Gardner, Russell Co., Va. Died 28 Oct 1925 in Russell County, from complications of childbirth.

She married Russell L. Call in 1924. Children:

i. Russell L., Jr.[7] Born and died 28 Oct 1925 in Russell County.

70.v.ii. James Laswell[6] Honaker (Roland Hankins[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 9 May 1916 at the family home in Gardner, Russell Co., Va. Died 7 Jul 1962 at Clinch Valley Clinic, Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. He was raised in the Gardner community, near Honaker, Va., and lived there until his death.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 8 Jul 1962: James L. Honaker, [46], of Rt. 2, Honaker, Va., died Saturday morning in a Richlands, Va., hospital following a heart attack. He was employed as a dozer operator for Clinchfield Coal Co., at Duty, Va. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Roland Honaker of Honaker. Additional survivors are his wife, Mrs. Opal Hale Honaker, and three sons, Roger, Wayne, and David Honaker, all of the home. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in Swords Creek Block Church, with Rev. Perry Herndon and Rev. Carl Robinson officiating. Burial will be in Greenhills Memory Garden at Claypool Hill, Va. The body will remain at Honaker Funeral Home until the hour of the service.

He married Ida Opal Hale, daughter of Robert Franklin Hale (called Frank) and Ida Belle Breedlove (called Belle), 18 Aug 1937 in Lebanon, Va. Born 7 Dec 1919 in Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Jun 2002 in Richlands, Russell Co., Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 24 Jun 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 26 Jun 2002: Mrs. Opal Honaker Altizer, age 82, of the Clark Valley section of Swords Creek, Va., passed away Sat., June 22, 2002 in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Born in [Swords Creek], Va., she was a daughter of the late Robert Franklin and Ida [Belle] Breedlove Hale. She was a member of the Pine Creek Pole Church and was a retired salesclerk. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, James L. Honaker; her second husband, Charles Altizer; two brothers, Beauchamp Hale and Robert F. Hale; six sisters, Lydia Miller, Kate Taylor, Lola Call, Daisy Dye, Hazel Brown, and Mary Wiggins Strouth. Survivors include three sons and daughter-in-laws, Roger and Shirley Honaker, Virginia, Wayne and Linda Honaker of Marysville, Ohio, and David and Barbara Honaker of Bee, Va.; one step-son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Deanis Altizer of Cedar Bluff, Va.; one sister, Belle Hall of North Tazewell, Va.; twelve grandchildren and several great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Sam Altizer officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were John L. Bostic, Jerry Hess, Jeff Honaker, John Reynolds, Blaine Reynolds, and J.B. Crabtree. Honorary pallbearers were Caregivers at Golden Age Retirement Home, Dr. Howard C. Scott, Angela Harrison, Dr. Larry Mitchem, and Terry Brown. Children:

70.v.ii. i. Will Roger[7] (called Roger). Born 22 Feb 1941 in Richlands, Va. 70.v.ii. ii. Jack Wayne (called Wayne). Born 25 Feb 1948 in Richlands. 70.v.ii. iii. James David (called David). Born 20 May 1952 in Richlands.

70.viii.i. Clyde Woodrow[6] Honaker (Ted Bevely[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Mar 1916 in Mayberry, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 5 Mar 1998 in Kingsport, Tenn.

He married Dottie Wave Walton, daughter of Mitchell Walton and Cloe Pugh, 5 Mar 1938 in Scott Co., Va. The service was performed by R.H. Peters. Born 21 Jan 1916 in Surgoinsville, Tenn. Died 9 Jan 1991 in Kingsport. Children:

70.viii.i. i. Clyde Woodrow[7] Jr. (called Major, a name given by his grandfather) Born 3 Jan 1941 in Kingsport..

ii. Norma R. Born 1944.iii. Larry W. (called Buck). Born 1945. Died 1987.iv. Bobby E. Born 1950.

72.iv.i. Hobert V.[6] Honaker (Albert Ross[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1917 in Russell Co., Va.

He married Nora Dorena Sykes (called Bug), daughter of John Ross Sykes and Mary Breeding. Born 21 May 1920 in Russell County. Died 1 May 2011 in Lebanon, Va. Interred in Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 3 May 2011: Lebanon, Va.—Nora Dorena “Bug” Honaker, age 90, went to be with the Lord, Sun., May 1, 2011, at her home. Born May 21, 1920, in Russell County, Va., she was a daughter of the late John Ross Sykes and the late Mary Breeding Sykes, and the wife of the late Hobert V. Honaker. She was a retired employee of Russell Manufacturing. She was a member of the Lebanon Baptist Church and a former member of the Order of The Eastern Star. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. The family would like to express a special thank you to the Home Nursing Co., for their love and care shown to Mrs. Honaker. Survivors include, two daughters, Linda Deskins, Honaker and Judy Honaker, Lebanon; one son, Lanny Honaker and wife, Sandra, Jonesborough, Tenn.; grandchildren, Dana, Scott, Larry, Renee, and Tony; great-grandchildren, George, Ashley, Brooke, Cristy, Whitney, Erica, April, Michele, Nicole, Curtis, Steven, Alex, Brittany, and Jayden; great-great-grandchildren, Lilli, Destiny, Kileigh, Helena, Karina, and Christian; several nieces and nephews; also caregiver, Jean Penley; and home aid nurse, Allison Warren. The funeral service will be conducted 8 p.m. Tue., May 3, 2011, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Tom Edwards officiating. Entombment services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wed., May 4, 2011, in the Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Lebanon. Those attending are requested to meet at the funeral home by 10:30 a.m. to go in procession to the mausoleum. Serving as pallbearers will be, Scott Honaker, Tony Honaker, Steven Honaker, Richard Alley, George Alley, and John Jessee. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be, Joe Jessee, James Jessee, and Gene Caudill. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 114 Ridge Road, Lebanon VA, 24266. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon VA 24266, (276) 889-4444, is serving the Honaker family.

Children:

i. Linda[7]. She married Unknown Deskins.ii. Judy.iii. Lanny. He married Sandra Unknown.

72.iv.iii. Willard Claude[6] Honaker (called Claude and Larkie) (Albert Ross[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1921 in Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Feb 2008 in Kingsport, Tenn. Interred in Oak Hill Mausoleum, probably Kingsport.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Mar 2008: Willard C. (Larkie) Honaker, 86, of Kingsport, passed away on Thurs., Feb. 21, 2008. He joined his lovely wife of 56 years, Marie; his only son, Danny Honaker; and his oldest granddaughter, Ashley Honaker. He was a member of Holy Mountain Baptist Church. He retired from the Kingsport Press after many years of employment as a supervisor. He served in the U.S. Air Force in World War II and was stationed in Germany. He has left behind his daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Dave Walker, Charlotte and Bill Worrell, Penny and Jock Taylor; daughter-in-law Peggy Honaker; precious grandchildren, Lindsey, Paige, Ivy, Landon, Sophie and Phoebe; sweet great grandchildren, Asha, Jaxon, Creed and Dayne; sisters, Earnestine and husband, Harold Jesse, Nina Nabor, Dorena Honaker, Tootie Winkler and Dee Robbins; along with several nieces, nephews and “his little girl,” Weasel. Funeral services were held in the J. Wayne Hamilton Memorial Chapel of Oak Hill Funeral Home on Feb. 24, 2008 at 4 p.m. with Pastor Jerry Musick officiating. Military entombment services were conducted at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25 by the American Legion Hammond Post #3 and Gate City Post #265 in Oak Hill Mausoleum No. 1 at Oak Hill Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremations. Pallbearers were Mr. Honaker’s dear friends, Jim Bishop and Ron White; sons-in-law, Bill and Jock; grandson, Landon; and nephew, Terry Winkler honored him by carrying him to this final resting place. Psalm 116:14. The staff of Oak Hill was honored to serve the family of Mr. Willard C. Honaker.

He married Clara Marie Stoots (called Marie), daughter of Dee Stoots and Mae Unknown. Died 1 Apr 2003. In 2002 they lived in Kingsport, Tenn.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 9 Apr 2003: Clara Stoots Honaker—Heaven is an even lovelier place on Apr. 1, 2003, since the passing of a loving wife, our precious mom and adored nana, Clara Marie Stoots Honaker. The Lord blessed this world for 77 years with her beauty. She has left behind her husband of 56 years, Willard Claude “Larkie” Honaker; daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Dave Walker, Charlotte and Bill Worrell and Penny and Jock Taylor; daughter-in-law, Peggy Honaker; sweet grandchildren, Lindsey, Paige, Ivy, Landon, Sophie and Phoebe; precious great grandchildren, Asha and Jaxon; loving sisters, Dee Robbins and Tootie Winkler; several nieces and nephews; and truest friend, Faye Barnett. She joins in Heaven her son, Danny Honaker; granddaughter, Ashley Honaker; parents, Mae and Dee Stoots; and many loved ones and dear friends. Momma was very active in her church, Holy Mountain Baptist Church. She lived to praise and please her Savior. Her life was her testimony. Services were held 7 p.m. Friday at Holy Mountain Baptist Church with mother’s pastor, Jerry Musick, and special friend, Mike Malone, officiating. A committal service was held 2 p.m., Sat., Apr. 5, 2003 at Oak Hill Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the Christine LaGuardia Phillips Cancer Center. Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, was in charge.

National LeioMyoSarcoma Foundation, 4990 Northwind Dr., Ste. 121, East Lansing, MI 48823, 28 Nov 2009: LMS!!! Four out of a million people get this rare cancer. Clara Marie Stoots Honaker was one of those four out of a million. It somehow didn’t seem odd, since she was a one in a million loving wife, precious mom, and wonderful Nana. The cancer was first found in her thigh. After I learned how to spell the ugly 14 letter word, I got on the computer to look for information. I panicked! I could find only one survivor to tell of this “dragon.” We made several trips to Vanderbilt University with Mom. The last visit ended with her oncologist telling us he had “scooped out” as much of the cancer as he could during the surgery, and there was nothing else that could be done. With those words, our hearts trembled and then broke!!! We brought Mom home and cared for her with the amazing help of Hospice. Dad sat by her bed and held her and and just petted her. Mom and Dad grew closer through her battle with cancer. As an adult, I saw my parents fall in love all over again. She had written in her Bible that in life you must fall in love many times, but always with the same person. Mom was the lovliest woman! She kept her blonde hair short, her beautiful nails perfectly manicured, and wore the latest styles with matching jewelry, purse, and shoes. She had her own “mom” fragrance. To us she was perfect in every way. She was active in her church. She was named Senior adult of the Year and Mother of the Year. She loved the Lord. She never asked Him “Why me?” The most difficult question was asked of me, “Can I go home tonight?” After reading much cancer literature, I knew I needed to tell her she could go. But I wanted to beg her not to go. I wanted to beg her to please stay!!! On April 1st, 2003, Mom went home. We all felt like orphans. We weren’t Mom’s “younguns” any more. We miss her terribly, think of her every day, and we still cry. After years of mostly silent grieving, Dad joined her in Heaven in February 2008. I know there are lots of people that visit this page looking for help, answers, and encouragement. I can only say to you that LMS can take away a lot of things, but it can’t take away love. It can’t take away your precious memories, and it can’t take away your salvation. God’s grace is sufficient and there will be times when you will lean on Him, and sometimes you will need Him to carry you. God bless you.

Children:

72.iv.iii. i. Danny[7]. ii. Brenda. Married Dave Walker.

72.iv.iii. iii. Charlotte.72.iv.iii. iv. Penny.

72.iv.iv. Dorothy F.[6] Honaker (Albert Ross[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Nov 1922 in Russell Co., Va. Died 30 Sep 2002 in Milan, Mich. Buried in Marble Park Cem., presumably Milan.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 9 Oct 2002: Milan, Mich.—Dorothy F. Kerkes, age 80, died Mon., Sept. 30, 2002 at the Arbor Hospice Residence. She was born on Sept. 15, 1922 in Virginia to Ross and Laura (Kaiser) Honaker. On Sept. 6, 1944 she married Steven Kerkes in Pontiac and he preceded her in death June 18, 1992. Dorothy retired from the Ford Motor Co. Saline plant in 1988 after 33 years of service. Survivors include her daughter, Pamela (Craig) Rairigh and a grandson, Nathan, of Englewood, Colo.; a brother, Claude (Marie) Honaker of Kingsport, Tenn.; and two sisters, Nina Nabor of [Accokeek], Md., and Ernestine (Harold) Jessee of Lebanon, Va. Besides her husband , she was preceded in death by a son, Bill. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Thursday at Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan, Mich. Burial followed in Marble Park Cem.. Those desiring may make contributions to [the] American Cancer Society.

She married Steven Kerkes 6 Sep 1944 in Pontiac, Mich. Died 18 Jun 1992. Children:

i. Bill[7].ii. Pamela. Married Craig Rairigh.

72.iv.v. Nina Ruth[6] Honaker (Albert Ross[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1925 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Oct 2014, possibly in Lexington, S.C.

Washington [D.C.] Post, 8 Oct 2014: Nina Ruth Naber, 89, died on Mon., Oct. 6, 2014. Born in Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Albert Ross Honaker and Laura Kiser Honaker. She was formerly a resident of Accokeek, Md. She was a secretary and retired from the Department of Defense. Memorial services will be held at a later date at Huntt Funeral Home in Waldorf, Md. Surviving are her sons, Louis Richard Naber, Jr. (Dianne) of Bryans Road, Md., Dennis Allen Naber (Kristina) of Gaston, S.C., David Wayne Naber of Accokeek, Md.; gra ndchildren, Dennis Allen Naber, Jr. and Nina Francine Naber and sister, Earnestine Jessee of Lebanon, Va. She was precedecased by her husband, Lou Naber; parents and brothers, Hobert, Claude and Paul Honaker and sister, Dorothy Kerkes. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3223 Sunset Blvd., Ste. 100, West Columbia, SC 29169. Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington, S.C., is assisting the family with arrangements.

She married Louis Richard Naber. Died before 2014. Children:

i. Louis Richard[7] Jr. He married Dianne Unknown.ii. Dennis Allen. He married Kristina Unknown.iii. David Wayne.

72.iv.vi. Thelma Earnestine[6] Honaker (called Earnie) (Albert Ross[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 May 1930 in Clinchfield, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Dec 2016. Entombed Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 Dec 2016, with photograph: Thelma Earnestine “Earnie” Honaker Jessee—Lebanon and Russell County has lost one of their well-known, revered and beloved Christian businesswomen, wife, mother and grandmother when Thelma Earnestine “Earnie” Honaker Jessee left this life on Thurs., Dec. 22, 2016. Miss Earnie began her life on May 15, 1930 in Clinchfield, Va., as the youngest daughter in the family of Albert Ross and Laura Belle Honaker. Her brothers and their wives were Hobert Honaker and Dorena, Claude and Marie, Paul and Dean; her sisters were Dorothy and Steve Kerkes and Nina and Louis Naber. She married her late husband, Joseph Harold “Doodle” Jessee on April 20, 1949. She and Doodle had three sons, Joseph Harold, Jr., John Daniel and wife Judy, James Mark and wife Charlene. Earnie’s grandchildren are Zachary H. Jessee, Andrew Jessee and wife Shannon, Mally Jessee and Autumn Clevinger. Earnie graduated from Cleveland High School where she captained the girls basketball team. She began with The First National Bank in Lebanon, continuing there until her retirement from Dominion Bank, after more than 30 years of service. Earnie was a loyal member of the Lebanon Baptist Church where she served in various positions including Treasurer. The family would like to give a special thanks to her caregivers, Kim Musick, Thelma Walters and Nancy Meade. The funeral service was conducted at 7 p.m. Mon., Dec. 26, 2016 in the Lebanon Baptist Church. The family received friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Entombment was conducted 10 a.m. Tue., Dec. 27, [2016] in Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon. Those attending met at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. to go in procession to the mausoleum. Serving as pallbearers were Zachary Jessee, Andrew Jessee, Greg Thompson, Phillip Henley, Mike Honaker and Jim Jones. Nephews and friends served as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Virginia Baptist Children’s Home, 860 Mt. Vernon Lane, Salem, VA 24153. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at www.combsfuneralservice.com. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Rd., Highway 71, Lebanon, Va., (276) 889-4444 served the Jessee family.

She married Joseph Harold Jessee (called Doodle) 20 Apr 1949. Died before 2016. Children:

i. Joseph Harold[7] Jr. ii. John Daniel. He married Judy Unknown.iii. James Mark. He married Charlene Unknown.

72.v.i. Cecil Cline[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died in Mar 1981.He married Mary LaForce. Children:

i. Deborah[7]. She died of suicide.ii. David.

72.v.ii. Clove Hazel[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Nov 1915. Died 9 Mar 1987.

She married Burgess Anderson Duff 24 Sep 1941. Children:

72.v.ii. i. Judith Gayle[7]. Born 14 Mar 1943.72.v.ii. ii. Burgess A., Jr. (called Sonny). Born 1 Apr 1947.

72.v.v. Georgia Leola[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Jun 1922.She married David Nelson Cassell. Children:

72.iv.v. i. Ronald Craig[7]. Born 30 Oct 1946.

72.v.vi. Leonard Hanzel[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Jun 1924 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 7 May 2006 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 May 2006 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 May 2006: Leonard Hanzel Jackson, Sr., 81, of Cleveland, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sun., May 7, 2006, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., on June 20, 1924, he was the son of the late Webster and Tiny Honaker Jackson. Leonard was the last surviving member of the Jackson family. He was a lifetime resident of Russell County and an avid gardener and fisherman. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Helen Sutherland Jackson; daughters, Jennifer (Ginger) Williams and husband Carl of Lebanon, Vicky Arrington of Abingdon, Va., and Shirl Jackson Hughes of the home; son Leonard (Lynn) Jackson, Jr. and wife Sue of Castlewood, Va.; ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends also survive. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Arrington, Christopher Arrington, Stephen Hughes, Joshua Fields, Daniel Jackson and Kerry Jackson. Funeral services will be held on Wed. (today), May 10, at 2 p.m. at Owens Funeral Service chapel with Rev. James Massie officiating. Interment will follow at Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon.

He married Helen Sutherland 18 Jan 1948. Children:

i. Jennifer[7]. She married Carl Williams.ii. Leonard (called Len). He married Sue Unknown.iii. Vickie. She married Unknown Arrington.iv. Cheryl (also reported as Shirl). She married Unknown Hughes.

72.v.vii. Jack Dempsey[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Feb 1927 in Cleveland, Va. Died 6 Dec 1986 in St. Paul, Va.

He married Georgia Ray McCoy, daughter of Ora McCoy and Vickie Unknown, 3 Oct 1963 in Virginia. Children:

72.v.vii. i. Johnny Lee[7]. Born 8 Jun 1962.ii. Jack D., Jr. Born 20 Sep 1964 in Brushy Ridge, Va. He became a carpenter and was a skilled

softball player. He married Swannee Dee Fuller.72.v.vii. iii. Tiny Ann. Born 30 Oct 1965.

iv. Jimmy. Died of suicide at age 24.

72.v.ix. Jimmy Donald[6] Jackson (called Jim) (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Mar 1930. Died of cardiac arrest 18 May 1996 in Kingsport, Tenn.

Newspaper and date unknown: Cleveland, Va.—Jimmy D. Jackson, 66, died Sat., May 18, 1996 in Holston Valley Hospital, Kingsport. He was a lifelong resident of Russell County and a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Mary Sue Willis Jackson; four daughters, Martha Jackson, Cleveland, Va., Kathy Jackson, Port St. Lucie, Fla., Leslie Puckett, Castlewood, and Betsy Gratton, Maggie Valley, N.C.; one son, Jeffrey J. Jackson, Terre Haute, Ind.; one sister, Georgia Cassell, Church Hill; one brother, Leonard Jackson, Cleveland; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge.

He married Mary Sue Willis. Children:

i. Martha Sue[7]. ii. Kathy.iii. Leslie. She married Unknown Puckett.iv. Betsy. She married Unknown Gratton.v. Jeffrey Jenkins. Born 1953.

72.v.x. Bettye Zane [6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Sep 1931. Died of a brain aneurysm 13 May 1977.

She married John Balford Jesse. Children:

i. John B., II.[7] Born 4 Jan 1954.ii. Robert Fred. Born 29 Aug 1957.

72.v.x. iii. Jennifer Leigh. Born 16 Oct 1962.iv. Cynthia Zane. Died before 2000.

72.v.xi. Johnny Lee[6] Jackson (Tiny A.[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 May 1936. Died of drowning 3 Jul 1961.

He married Jay Unknown. Children:

i. Dickie Lee[7]. Born 4 Jul 1955.ii. Carol Ann.

72.viii.i. Kellis Ayers[6] Sutherland (called Kell) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Nov 1919 in Birchleaf, Dickenson Co., Va. Died 14 Sep 1995 in Cardington, Ohio. Buried in Northfork Cem., Chesterville, Ohio.

Unknown newspaper and date: Mount Gilead [Ohio]—Kellis A. Sutherland, 75, E. Williams Street, Cardington, died Thursday. Born Nov. 27, 1919 in Birchleaf, Va., he was the son of the late Thurman and Maude Honaker Sutherland. On June 23, 1939, he married Cornie Edwards and she survives. A World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, he moved to Morrow County in 1954 from Bee, Va. He worked as an electrician for H.P.M. Corp. in Mount Gilead for 33 years until his retirement in 1984. He was a member of Marengo American Legion Post 710, Disabled American Veterans, and former member and past president of Local 1319 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Also surviving are three sons, Mitchell Don Sutherland, Cardington, Kenneth Sutherland, Marion, and Jeffrey Sutherland, Lancaster, S.C.; three daughters, P. Jane Scarry, Corsicana, Texas, M. Sue Deel, Marengo, and Teresa Fravel, Sunbury; a brother, Ralph Compton, Mount Gilead; and one sister, Jean Plaziak, West Warwick, R.I.; 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Chancellor Sutherland and Duane Compton, and two sisters, Marlene Turner and Dean Compton. The funeral is 11 a.m. Monday in Owl Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elders Durward and Darwin Edwards officiating. Burial is in Northfork Cem. with military honors by the Marengo American Legion Post. Friends may call 2–4 and 6–8 p.m. Sunday at Snyder Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Morrow County, P.O. Box 272, Mount Gilead or the Owl Creek Primitive Baptist Church.

He married Cornie Edwards, daughter of Basil Edwards and Lillie Fair Yates, 23 Jun 1939 in Dickenson Co., Va. Born 2 Feb 1922 near Birchleaf. Children:

72.viii.i. i. Mitchell Don[7] (called Don). Born 27 Feb 1940. 72.viii.i. ii. Priscilla Jane (called Jane). Born 25 Mar 1941. 72.viii.i. iii. Marilyn Sue (called Sue). Born 20 Jan 1943. 72.viii.i. iv. Kenneth Ayers (called Ken). Born 20 Jun 1947.72.viii.i. v. Lily Teresa (called Teresa). Born 3 Aug 1954.72.viii.i. vi. Jeffrey Kellis (called Jeff). Born 14 Dec 1956.

72.viii.ii. Chancellor Payne[6] Sutherland (called Chant) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Feb 1925 in Birchleaf, Dickenson Co., Va. Died 21 Sep 1994 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Sutherland Cem., Bee, Va.

He married, first, Irene Compton, daughter of Watson C. Compton and Rosa Sutherland, in Virginia. Died in 1963 at home in Bee, Va. Buried in Sutherland Cem., Bee. Children:

72.viii.ii. i. Richard Payne[7] (called Ritchie). Born 13 Aug 1951.72.viii.ii. ii. Randy Keith. Born 4 Jun 1959.

He married, second, Lura Owens in Virginia. They divorced.

72.viii.iii. Eddie Duane[6] Compton (called Duane) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Mar 1929 in Bee, Va. Died 14 Nov 1992 at home in Huber Heights (formerly within Dayton), Ohio. Buried in Dayton National Cem..

Newspaper and date unknown: Compton, Duane, age 63, of Huber Heights, passed away Sat., Nov. 14, 1992 at his residence. Mr. Compton was a retired staff sergeant from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service. He was an Air Force veteran in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He was a member of the VFW Post #3823, AmVets Post #46 and American Legion Post #200. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Dave Guthridge of Huber Heights; son and daughter-in-law Duane K. and Lisa of Nebraska; [son and daughter-in-law Curtis D. and Shari]; two sisters; three brothers; two grandsons and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services 1 p.m. Thursday at the Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike, with Rev. Carl V. Vorpe officiating. Interment Dayton National

Cem.. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5–8 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc.

He had one child with Barbara Anne Hutchins. He knew her in Dayton in the 1950s. She left the area, returning to her parents’ home in Tennessee and he never heard from her again. He did not know he had the son until 1991, when the son began to search for his father, finding him after several telephone calls.

72.viii.iii. i. Curtis Duane[7] (called Curtis). Born 14 Jun 1951.

He married, first, Christine Karnard. She died before 2000. There were no children. He married, second, Janet Spencer. Born in Kentucky. They divorced. Children:

72.viii.iii. ii. Duane Keith (called Duane). Born 16 Aug 1963.72.viii.iii. iii. Kimberly Ann (called Kim).

72.viii.iv. Etta Marlene[6] Compton (called Mal) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Nov 1931 in Bee, Va. Died 20 Jun 1995 in Dayton, Ohio. Buried in Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, New Carlisle, Ohio.

The funeral program indicated that services were 10 a.m. Thurs., 22 Jun 1995 at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, the Rev. Rick Shoemaker officiating. Arrangements were by Trostel, Chapman & Christmas Funeral Home, New Carlisle.

She married Roy Allen Turner, son of Joe Turner, in Clintwood, Va. Born 23 Jun 1919 in Virginia. Children:

72.viii.iv. i. Gregory Allen[7] (called Greg). Born 17 Nov 1951.ii. Gary Dean. Born 8 Apr 1959 in Dayton, Ohio. He married Ginale LaDonya Grant, daughter of

Donald Grant and Unknown, 22 Sep 1990 in West Alexandria, Ohio.

72.viii.vi. Avon Ralph[6] Compton (called Ralph) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Mar 1938 in Bee, Va.

He married Charlotte Ann Sutherland, daughter of Earl Sutherland and Gladys Reese, in Virginia. Born in Virginia. Children:

i. Victoria Lynn[7] (called Vicki). Born 22 Apr 1959 in Virginia. 72.viii.vi. ii. Melissa Dean (called Missy). Born 13 Jul 1967.

72.viii.iv. Lola Jean[6] Compton (called Jean) (Maude[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Sep 1939 in Bee, Va., and raised in Bee. At age 17, Jean worked as a secretary for the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C. She married in Washington, then moved to Rhode Island with her husband. She became a registered nurse and worked for Kent County Hospital for 24 years, mostly in pediatrics. She retired in May 1999. In 2000 she lived in West Warwick, R.I.

She married Norman Joseph Plaziak, son of Stanley Joseph Plaziak and Eva Gadoury, 7 Feb 1959 in Washington, D.C. Born 11 Dec 1936 in West Warwick, Kent Co., R.I. He served in the U.S. Air Force, then became a home builder. In 2000 he had been in construction almost 40 years and was nearing retirement.

Children:

i. George Michael[7]. Born 20 Aug 1959 in Warwick, R.I. Died 21 May 1969 in West Warwick, R.I. Buried in St. Mary’s Cem., West Warwick. He was disabled with hydrocephalus and spina bifida. His mother took care of him at home and said he was a wonderful child.

72.viii.iv. ii. Dwayne Joseph. Born 8 Aug 1960.iii. Mary Beth. Born 20 Feb 1963 in Warwick, R.I. Died 21 Feb 1963 in Warwick. Buried in St.

Mary’s Cem..iv. John David. Born 28 Feb 1964 in Warwick. Died 1 Mar 1964 in Warwick. Buried in St. Mary’s

Cem..72.viii.iv. v. James Gregory. Born 12 Mar 1968.

72.vii.i. Theda NMN[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 6 Sep 1925. Died in Chicago, Ill.

She married Richard Martig in Chicago. They divorced. Children:

i. Ronald[7]. Born in Chicago.ii. Sharon. Born in Chicago.

72.vii.i. iii. Carl. Born in Chicago.

72.vii.ii. Helen NMN[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 5 Jan 1931 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 8 Mar 1980 in Leadville, Lake Co., Colo.

She married John William Rowe (called Jack), son of George Wesley Rowe and Anna J. Stead. Born 20 Feb 1924. Died 21 Feb 2012. Buried in St. Joseph Cem., Leadville. Children:

72.vii.ii. i. John William[7] Jr. Born 25 Nov 1952 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. 72.vii.ii. ii. Margaret Susan. Born 29 Dec 1954 in Leadville, Colo. 72.vii.ii. iii. George Marcus. Born 28 Sep unknown year in Leadville.

iv. Robert Dean. Born 17 Aug unknown year in Mallory.72.vii.ii. v. Anna Marie. Born 11 Oct unknown year in Mallory. 72.vii.ii. vi. Teresa Carol. Born 27 May 1964 in Leadville.

72.vii.iii. Ruth Ellen[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 19 Jul 1932 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. In 2013 she lived in Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va.

She married John Edward Davis Jr., son of John Edward Davis and Vola Harriet Hill, 17 Aug 1953 in Oakland, Garrett Co., Md. They divorced 22 Mar 1973 in Charleston. Born 12 Jul 1933 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 24 Feb 1984 in Charleston, W.Va. Buried in Spring Hill Cem., Charleston. Children:

72.vii.iii. i. John Edward[7] III. Born 14 Apr 1954 in Morgantown, Monongalia Co., W.Va.72.vii.iii. ii. Michael Alexander. Born 30 Mar 1956 in Morgantown.72.vii.iii. iii. Mark Andrew. Born 28 Nov 1958 in Charleston.72.vii.iii. iv. Christopher Bradley. Born 25 Oct 1970 in Charleston.

72.vii.iv. Harold Dean[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 22 Mar 1934 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va.

He married Billie Frances Flynn, daughter of William Warren Flynn and Lola Conley, 25 Jun 1958 in Fairmont, Marion Co., W.Va. Born 20 Jul 1936 in Fairmont. Children:

72.vii.iv. i. Steven Dean[7]. Born 13 Aug 1961 in Iwakuni, Japan.72.vii.iv. ii. Joellen Gail. Born 27 Aug 1964 in Carlsbad, Eddy Co., N.M.

iii. Leela Ann. Born 13 Apr 1971 in Fairmont, W.Va.72.vii.iv. iv. Jennifer Elizabeth. Born 7 Nov 1972 in Fairmont.

72.vii.vi. Carol NMN[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 24 Sep 1940 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 3 May 1980 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Glen Rest Cem., Columbus.

Charleston, W.Va. newspaper, unknown date: [State deaths] Mrs. Carol Honaker Hayes, 39, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Man, W.Va., Saturday, McNeely Funeral Home, Man.

The funeral home program indicated that services were at 10 a.m., Mon., May 5, 1980 at Schoedinger Funeral Home East Chapel, Columbus, with additional services Tue., May 6, 1980 at McNeely Funeral Home, Man, W.Va.

She married Alex Hayes Jr., son of Alex Hayes and Juanita Shelton, 5 Oct unknown year. After Carol’s death he married Helen Hammond. He was born 14 Jul 1942 in Lundale, Logan Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Howard David[7]. Born 2 Jul 1962 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. He married Tracy Unknown.ii. Vernon Jeffrey. Born 10 Jul 1964 in Columbus.

72.vii.vi. iii. Lagina Carol. Born 7 Sep 1966 in Columbus. She married Keith Phillips in Columbus.

72.vii.vii. Carl NMN[6] Honaker (Marcus Taulbert[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 20 Jun 1943 in Mallory, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 25 Jul 1994 in a coal mine accident in Holden, Logan County. Buried in Hager-Ellis Cem., Mare Branch, Mingo Co., W.Va.

Charleston, W.Va. newspaper, unknown date: Kistler man identified as fatal roof fall victim, by Ken Ward Jr., staff writer—

Federal officials on Tuesday identified the man killed Monday in a roof fall at a West Virginia coal mine.Carl Honaker, 51, of Kistler, was crushed to death in the accident, according to a preliminary report from the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration. The roof fall occurred at about 10 a.m. in Laurel Run Mining Co.’s Holden 20DB Mine near Holden. Four other miners escaped without injury.

Authorities had withheld Honaker’s name Monday night pending notification of his family. Laurel Run is one of the mines CONSOL Coal Group purchased last year from Island Creek Coal Co. Paul Kvederis, a CONSOL spokesman in Pittsburgh, confirmed Honaker died in a roof fall, but declined further comment. MSHA’s report said Honaker was crushed by a piece of roof that was eight feet thick, 30-ft. long and 18-ft. wide. The roof fell onto a continuous mining machine and part of a roof-bolting machine next to where Honaker was standing, MSHA’s report said.

Steve Webber, director of the state Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training, said Honaker was an electrician who normally should not have been at the face of the underground mine. Webber also said CONSOL had encountered “some bad roof conditions” including numerous cracks and holes. He said the company would face citations if his agency finds CONSOL did not take adequate measures to protect miners from those bad roof conditions. Honaker is the seventh coal miner in West Virginia and the 25th nationwide to die on the job this year, according to MSHA records. In 1993, there were 13 coal miners killed in the state and 47 killed nationwide.

Honaker was a mine electrician for Consolidated Coal Co. and a former [employee] of Island Creek Coal Co., with 26 years of service. He was a member of [United Mine Workers of America] Local 5817 and a VFW Post 5817 [member.] He was an Air Force veteran of Vietnam and a Baptist. Surviving: companion, Cheryl Bostic of Kistler; daughter, Carla Michelle Honaker of Man; son, Marcus Joseph of the Navy station in Charleston, S.C.; sister, Ruth Davis of Charleston; brother, Dean of Fairmont; one grandchild. Service will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home, Man, with the Rev. Charlie Garrett officiating. Burial will be in Hager-Ellis Cem., Twelve Pole, near Dingess. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home and one hour prior to service at the funeral home Thursday.

He married Patty Ann Browning, daughter of Joseph Browning and Alberta Hazel McKinney, 17 Jan 1969. They divorced. Born 14 May 1953. Children:

72.vii.vii. i. Carla Michelle[7]. Born 11 Oct 1969 in Man, Logan Co., W.Va.72.vii.vii. ii. Marcus Joseph. Born 16 Feb 1972 in Man.

73.iv.i. Iris[6] Ford (Clay Dunn[5], Lydia Grace[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).She married Homer Deel. They divorced. Children:

i. Joy[7]. She married Leroy Taylor. They divorced.ii. Kevin.iii. Darren.iv. Zern.v. Amber.

74.xi.i. Beverly Ann[6] Raines (Lena Alpha[5], Ida[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 2007 she lived in Sarasota, Fla. She married Paul Merritt. Children:

i. David[7].ii. Scott. In 2007 he lived in Atlanta, Ga.

76.iii.iii. Patty[6] Owens (Doris M. Jean[5], Thomas[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Joe Shortt. Children:

i. Cindy[7].

78.vi.i. Gladie V.[6] Harris (also seen as Gladie) (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Feb 1914 in Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Dec 2012. Buried in a family Cem. on Thompson Creek, Honaker, Va. She was living with her sister Odessa when Odessa died 5 Jun 2002.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 2 Jan 2013: Gladie V. Belcher, age 98, of Honaker, Va., went to be with her Lord on Sun., Dec. 23, 2012. Born on Feb. 18, 1914 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late George and Julie Honaker Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Belcher; her son, William Joe Belcher; her grandson, James Dennis Hess; step-grandson, Wayne Reynolds; sons-in-law, Arnold Hess and Rev. Howard Reynolds; and by brothers and sisters—Odum, Norman, Flossie, Irene, Ellen, and Odessa. “Granny Belcher” is survived by one daughter, Betty Lou Belcher Hess Reynolds of Honaker, Va.; one granddaughter, Karen Honaker, and husband Bradley of Honaker, Va.; three grandsons—Wayne Hess and wife April of Cedar Bluff, Va., Rick Hess and wife Stephanie of Honaker, Va., and Bryan Hess and wife Anita of Swords Creek, Va.; step-grandchildren—Kathy Whitt and husband Lonnie of Swords Creek, Va., Debbie Reynolds and husband David of Swords Creek, Va., Donald Reynolds and wife Kathy of Honaker, Va., Darrell

Reynolds and wife Linda of Swords Creek, Va., Ken Reynolds of Swords Creek, Va., and Johnny Reynolds and wife Bonnie of Swords Creek, Va.; great-grandchildren—Jody, Calvin, Tiffany, Lee, Chris, Scott, Suzetta, Jimmy, Cory, Jackie, James, Tommy, Dwayne, Amy, Renee, Danny, Jerry, Vicki, Rhonda, Edward, Danielle, Jessica, Michael, Randall, Wilma, and Regina; sisters—Christina Meade of Portsmouth, Va., and Shirley Thompson and husband Joe of Honaker, Va.; special niece, Joann Hart; several great-great grandchildren and nieces and nephews, and a host of friends and loved ones. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Bro. Les Ritchie and Rev. Wayne Charles officiating. Interment followed in the family Cem. in the Thompson Creek section of Honaker, Va. Great-grandsons served as pallbearers.

She married Lonnie Belcher. Died before 2012. Children:

i. William Joe[7]. Died before 2012.78.vi.i. ii. Betty Lou.

78.vi.iii. Odessa[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Mar 1916 in Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Jun 2002 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 7 Jun 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 12 Jun 2002: Mrs. Odessa Musick, age 86, of Honaker, Va., passed away Wed., June 5, 2002 in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born Mar. 6, 1916 in Russell County, Va., she was a daughter of the late George and Julie Honaker Harris. A lifelong resident of Honaker, Va., she was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Swords Creek Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James “Buck” Musick; one son, Leonard Allen Musick; one grandson, Shannon Musick; one sister, Ellen Lockhart; and one brother, Norman Harris. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Claude Hart of Rosedale, Va.; three sisters, Gladie Belcher, who made her home with Odessa for the past nine years, Christine Meade of Portsmouth, Va., and Shirley Thompson of Honaker, Va.; two granddaughters, Jamie Ball and Ava Hilton, both of Rosedale, Va.; one grandson, Anthony Hart of Honaker, Va.; two great granddaughters, Brittany Ball and Ivey Jo Hart; three great grandsons, Logan Ball, Payton Ball, and Harley Hilton; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Bro. Les Ritchie and Mr. David Miller officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Tim Ball, Mike Hilton, Wayne Hess, Brian Hess, Rick Hess, and Bradley Honaker. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Third Floor Nursing Staff at Russell County Medical Center, Dr. Ulrich, Viola Nash, and Shelvia Jackson.

She married James B. Musick (called Buck). Children:

78.vi.iii. i. Joanne[7].ii. Leonard Allen. Died before 2002.

78.vi.iv. Irene[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died before 2013.She married Cory Owens. Children:

i. Dan[7].ii. Roy Lee.iii. Roger.

78.vi.v. Christina[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Sep 1924 in Russell Co., Va. Died 2 Jan 2013 in Portsmouth, Va. Buried in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake, Va.

Virginian Pilot, 4 Jan 2013: Portsmouth—Christina Meade, 88, of Portsmouth, Va., a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother went to be with her Lord on Wed., Jan. 2, 2013. Born on Sept. 23, 1924 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late George and Julie Honaker Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Warner Meade; and by her brothers and sisters, Odum, Norman, Flossie, Irene, Ellen, Odessa, and Gladie. “Granny Meade” is survived by a daughter, Ellen Meade of Portsmouth, Va.; three sons, Jerry Meade and wife Catherine of Portsmouth, Va., David Meade of Norfolk, Va., Darrell Meade of Portsmouth, Va.; a granddaughter, Tamara Lavender and husband Jeff; a grandson, Cory Meade; a great-grandson, Joshua Meade; two great-granddaughters, Hannah Lavender and Audrie Lofay; two great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Shirley Thompson and husband Joe of Honaker, Va.; and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Fri., Jan. 4, 2013 in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Chesapeake. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel is handling these arrangements. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com

She married Warner Meade. Died before 2013. Children:

78.vi.v. i. Jerry[7].ii. David.iii. Darrell.iv. Ellen.

78.vi.vi. Ellen[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died before Jun 2002.She married Bud Lockhart. Children:

78.vi.vi. i. Judy[7].ii. Michael. He married Debra Unknown.

78.vi.vii. Norman[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died before Jun 2002.He married Patsy Bales. Children:

78.vi.vii. i. Regina[7].78.vi.vii. ii. Deanna.

78.vi.viii. Shirley[6] Harris (Julia[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 2002 she lived in Honaker, Va.She married Joe Thompson. Children:

i. Julie[7].78.vi.viii. ii. Clinton.78.vi.viii. iii. Jack.

79.ii.i. William Foster[6] Ray (Charles Durham[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1918 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died in 1997.

He married Cora Elizabeth Owens 27 Mar 1943. Children:

i. Brenda[7].ii. Judy. iii. Jerry. iv. Sandy.

79.ii.ii. Beatrice Leona[6] Ray (Charles Durham[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1921 in Tazewell Co., Va.

She married George Johnson in Jul 1946. Children:

i. Margaret[7].

79.ii.iii. Dolly Agnes[6] Ray (Charles Durham[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Sep 1926 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died in 1996.

She married, first, Claude Blankenship 27 Nov 1943. Children:

i. Wayne[7]. ii. Randy.

She married, second, Richard Sierlys 26 Jun 1967.

79.iv.i. Edna[6] Rhea (Silas Arvin[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Dec 1946 in Sullivan Co., Tenn. In 2000 she and her husband lived in Kingsport, Tenn.

She married the Rev. John A. Woods 29 Oct 1966. Children:

79.iv.i. i. James Emanuel[7]. ii. Phillip.

79.iv.i. iii. Amy.

iv. Michael. He married Alice Harvey.

79.iv.ii. Buford[6] Rhea (Silas Arvin[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Dec 1949 in Sullivan Co., Tenn.

He married Debbie Vaughn. Children:

i. Monica Lynn[7].ii. Bobby.

79.vi.ii. Thomas Jefferson[6] Lockhart Jr. (Cynthia Katherine[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Jul 1923 in Russell Co., Va. He served in World War II and retired from the Kingsport Press after 35 years of service. A golden wedding anniversary photograph of and story about the couple appeared in the Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News. The story said they had nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren and lived in Kingsport.

He married Beryl A. Harber 4 Jul 1948 at Ross Camp Ground Methodist Church. She is a retired cosmetologist Children:

i. Phillip[7]. He married Jessie Unknown. They live in Kingsport. ii. Christopher. He married Regina Unknown. They live in Kingsport. iii. Randall. He married Jeannie Unknown. They live in Kingsport.

79.vi.x. Patty Sue[6] Lockhart (Cynthia Katherine[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Sep 1940 in Russell Co., Va. Died 3 Apr 1998 in Houston, Texas. Buried in Forest Park Cem., Houston.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times-News, unknown date, with inset photograph: Patty Sue (Lockhart) Cole died Saturday (Apr. 3, 1998) at St. Joe (Hospice) Hospital in Houston, Texas, after a short illness. A native of Kingsport, she had lived in Houston for the past 27 years. She attended Ashford Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Cynthia Lockhart; a brother, Robert Lockhart; two half sisters, Viola Ray and Mary Honaker; and five half brothers, Bill, Ellis, Andrew, Wallace and John Lockhart. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Rita Cole, Arkansas; six sisters, Wanda Johnson, Betty Shoemaker, Brenda Phillips, and Joyce Grills, all of Kingsport; Peggy Ubernosky, College Station, Texas, and Thelma Honaker, Caretta, W.Va.; four brothers, Thomas and Allen Baker Lockhart, both of Kingsport, David Lockhart, Johnson City, and Frank Lockhart, Canton, Mich., and several nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted at 10 a.m. today at Ashford Baptist Church, Houston, Texas. Burial will follow at Forest Park Cem.. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the church of your choice. Claire Brothers Funeral Home, Houston, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

She married Glen Cole in Jun 1959. Children:

i. Jeff[7]. He married Rita Unknown and lives in Arkansas.

80.v.i. Margaret Louise[6] Green (Tina[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Unknown Edwards. Children:

i. Rhonda[7]. In 2004 she lived in Pennington, N.J.

80.vi.iii. Bonnie Lou[6] Combs (Mazie[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Oct 1940 in Honaker, Va. In 2010 she lived in Bristol, Va.

She married, first, Teddy Brown Gibson, son of Bernard Gibson and Clydia Robinson, 23 Dec 1957 in Lebanon, Va. They divorced in Lebanon. Born in Lebanon. Died 16 Sep 2000. Buried in Gibson Family Cem., Lebanon. Children:

i. Patricia Lou[7] (called Trish.) Born 28 Apr 1961 in Lebanon, Va. In 2010 she lived in Bluff City, Tenn. She married Glen Allen Henderson, son of Daniel Colley Henderson and Alsace Lorraine Beavers, 11 Nov 1984 in Lebanon. Born 11 Apr 1952 in Richlands, Va. They had no children.

80.vi.iii. ii. Gregory Scott. Born 5 Oct 1964 in Lebanon.80.vi.iii. iii. Ricky Brown. Born 28 Nov 1965 in Lebanon.

She married, second, Charlie Fleenor in Abingdon, Va.

80.vi.viii. Dewey Luther[6] Combs (Mazie[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1950 in Honaker, Va. Died 26 Sep 2010 in Honaker. Buried in Frank Smith Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Oct 2010: Mr. Dewey Luther Combs, age 59, of the Big A Mountain section of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Sept. 26, 2010 at his home. Born Dec. 8, 1950 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Sam Foster and Mazie Honaker Combs. A lifelong resident of the area, he was of the Freewill Baptist faith and had served in the U.S. Army. He had been employed by Gilbert Trucking as a truck driver. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, William Lloyd Combs, two sisters, Virginia Ferne Combs and Beulah Combs, and grandchild, Tyler Sword. Survivors include his wife of 18 years, Petty Sue Combs of the home; two sons, Gary Combs and wife, Shelly of Lebanon and Allen Combs and wife, Martha of Cleveland; step-son, Sammy Dewaine Combs and wife, Melinda of Abingdon; step-daughters, Jennifer Hess and husband, Jonathan of Bristol, Linda Huffman and husband, Mike and Brenda Meade and husband, Robert all of Lebanon; grandchildren, Garin, Hayden, Kinsley, Marcus, Nathan, Alayna, Alexis, Krayin Lucas Honaker, his son at heart, Natalie, Destiny, Chandler, Tommie, Heather, Nichole, and Madison; sisters, Nancy Taylor and husband, Bill and Edna Sue Bailey and husband, Bill all of Lebanon, Bonnie Fleenor and husband, Charlie and Barbara Breedlove and husband, Dallas all of Abingdon; one brother, James Samuel Combs of Abingdon; father-in-law and mother-in-law William C. and Thelma Rasnake; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va. with Rev. Donald Musick officiating. Interment followed in Frank Smith Cem. on Big A Mountain. Pallbearers were Greg Rasnake, Bill Taylor, Jeff Rasnake, Mark Combs, Greg Gibson, and Robert Meade. Honorary pallbearers were Johnny Fogleman, Charlie Fleenor, Mike Gilbert, Wayne Viers, Richard Hess, Keith Stevens and Larry “Big T” Thompson.

He married Petty Sue Unknown. Children:

i. Gary[7]. He married Shelly Unknown.ii. Allen. He married Martha Unknown.

82.iii.i. Elwood L.[6] Jackson (Luther Lilburn[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 May 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 24 Sep 2001 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Bristol (Tenn./Va.) Herald Courier, 26 Sep 2001: Honaker [Va.]—Mr. Elwood L. Jackson, 77, passed away Monday night, Sept. 24, 2001 in a Kingsport hospital. Born on May 3, 1924 in Russell County, Va., he was a son of the late Luther and Alta Wallace Jackson. He had resided in the Honaker area most of his life and was a member of the New Garden Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of KVAT in Abingdon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Garry Jackson. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Shirley Jackson of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Keith and Debi Jackson of Charlotte, N.C., and Barry and Christine Jackson of Honaker; two grandsons, Brian Jackson and Garry Jackson; one granddaughter, Alyssa Jackson; and one god daughter, Shasta Cook. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. H.G. Musick Jr. and Rev. Kenneth Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Thursday.

He married Shirley Helton 3 Nov 1952. Born in Honaker. Children:

i. Garry[7]. Died before 2001.ii. Keith. He married Debi Unknown.iii. Barry. He married Christine Unknown.

82.v.ii. Jean Marceleen[6] Jackson (Marvin Warren[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Feb 1931 in Kingsport, Tenn. In 2004 she lived in Bristol, Tenn.

She married Lional Joy Mallicote (called Joy), 1 Nov 1952 in Kingsport. They divorced. Children:

i. Peggy Belinda[7]. Born 13 Aug 1953. Died 17 Aug 1953 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport.

ii. Angela Sabrina. Born 12 Mar 1955 in Pittsburgh, Pa. She married Eddie Wampler 19 Apr 1980 in Bristol, Tenn.

iii. Lional Joy, Jr. Born 7 Apr 1956 in Bristol, Tenn.iv. Michael Warren. Born 30 May 1957 in Bristol, Tenn.v. Cynthia Jean. Born 13 Oct 1959 in Bristol, Tenn. She married Bob Shannon 2 Nov 1995.vi. Brenda Kay. Born 18 Mar 1962 in Bristol, Tenn. She married Gary Rogers 1 Oct 1995.vii. Rebecca Leann. Born 19 Jun 1967 in Bristol, Tenn. She married Mark Allen.

82.v.iii. Helen Christine[6] Jackson (Marvin Warren[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Jun 1933 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. She took a B.A. in Elementary Education in 1969 from Clemson University,

Clemson, S.C. , and an M.A. in Elementary Education in 1985 from Furman University, Greenville, S.C. She taught at Augusta Circle Elementary School, Greenville, S.C., for 26 years until retiring in 1995.

She married Charles Overton Ferguson, son of Samuel Thomas Ferguson and Agnes Estelle Maloney, 25 Jun 1955 in West Ridge Presbyterian Church, West Ridge, Hawkins Co., Tenn. Born 22 Sep 1925 in Sharon, York Co., S.C. Died 5 May 2002 after a five-month hospitalization. Buried in Greenville [S.C.] Memorial Gardens.

Greenville [S.C.] News, 6 May 2002: The Rev. Charles Overton Ferguson, 76, of 517 Bear Dr., Greenville, died Sun., May 5, at Greenville Memorial Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Born in Sharon, S.C., he was a son of the late Samuel Thomas Ferguson and Agnes Maloney Ferguson. He was a retired Presbyterian pastor, serving churches in Landrum, S.C., Columbus, N.C., Church Hill, Tenn., West Ridge, Tenn., and Anderson, S.C. He then served as pastor of Dunean Presbyterian Church for 28 years and continued to serve as a volunteer pastor for 10 years. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II. He graduated from King College in Bristol, Tenn. and earned a Master of Divinity degree from Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Ga. Surviving are his wife, Christine Jackson Ferguson, two daughters and a son-in-law, Deryl McKinney of Greenville and Bonnie and Greg Tone of Belton, a sister, Margie Brown of York, a brother and his wife, Holmes and Bonnie Roberts of Hickory Grove, two sisters-in-law, Betty Ferguson of York and Lucy Hope of Rock Hill. And two grandchildren, Megan Tone and Daniel McKinney. He was predeceased by three brothers, Roy Ferguson and Tom Hope of York and James Hope of Sharon, S.C. The services, officiated by the Rev. Thomas Young and the Rev. James Hope, will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the chapel of Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, downtown, with visitation prior to the service from noon to 1:15 p.m. Interment will be at Greenville Memorial Gardens. The family is at the residence.

Charles was inducted into the U.S. Army 27 Nov 1943 at Ft. Jackson, Columbia, S.C., and graduated from the Ninth Armored Replacement Battalion, Sixth Division, Armored Replacement Training Center, Ft. Knox, Ky., 6 Jun 1944. Three days later he was sent to the Armored Ground Forces Replacement Depot, Ft. Meade, Md., in preparation for shipment overseas. When it was discovered he was not yet 19 years old, a requirement for overseas service, he was instead sent to Camp Chaffee, Ark., for advanced training with the 16th Tank Battalion, 16th Tank Division. He was sent to Europe from Ft. Dix, N.J., in Dec 1944, landing in LeHavre, France, in Jan 1945. He served with the division in France, Belgium, Germany, and was in Czechoslovakia when the war ended in 1945. He then transferred to a medical battalion where he was a registrar until returning to the U.S. He was discharged as a corporal at Ft. Bragg, N.C., 28 Apr 1946.

He took a B.A. in History in 1949, magna cum laude, from King College, Bristol, Tenn., and a Master of Divinity in 1952, cum laude, from Columbia Seminary, Decatur, Ga. He served as pastor of Church Hill (Tenn.) Presbyterian Church; West Ridge (Tenn.) Presbyterian Church; Henry Belk Presbyterian Church, Anderson, S.C.; and Dunean Presbyterian Church, Greenville, S.C. In retirement he was volunteer supply pastor for Dunean Presbyterian. Children:

82.v.iii. i. Deryl Christine[7]. Born 11 May 1957 in Kingsport, Tenn.82.v.iii. ii. Bonnie Kate. Born 2 Jul 1959 in Anderson, S.C.

82.v.iv. Barbara Ruth[6] Jackson (Marvin Warren[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Jun 1935 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. In 1999 she retired as a senior accounting clerk from Bechtel Corp., Kingsport, Tenn., after nine years of service. In 2004 she lived with her family in Fall Branch, Washington Co., Tenn.

She married Herman Willard Crawford, son of Wilbur Martin Crawford (son of George W. Crawford and Sarah A. Mullins) and Nancy Jane Crawford (unrelated, daughter of William L. Crawford and Rebecca McCoy), 13 Oct 1962 in West Ridge Presbyterian Church, West Ridge, Hawkins Co., Tenn. Born 4 Aug 1934 in Fall Branch. He retired in 1992 as a high voltage electrician with Tennessee Eastman Co., Kingsport, after 36 years with the company. Children:

82.v.iv. i. Wanda Suzanne[7]. Born 16 Aug 1967 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn.ii. Andrew Willard. Born 3 Jul 1968 in Kingsport. In 2001 he worked in the Media Center for Home

and Garden Television, Knoxville, Tenn. He married Jamie Brandon Wilkerson, daughter of Robert Perry Wilkerson and Diana Mary Brandon, 8 Apr 2000 in Little Brown Church, Signal Mountain, Tenn. Born 4 Oct 1975 in Nashville, Davidson Co., Tenn. She took a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and in 2001 was employed by the advertising department, Home and Garden Network, Knoxville.

82.v.iv. iii. Barbara Alison (called Alison). Born 27 Jan 1972 in Kingsport.82.v.iv. iv. Emily Kathryn. Born 12 Mar 1975 in Kingsport.

82.v.v. Patsy Najeba[6] Jackson (Marvin Warren[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Aug 1937 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. She was named after a neighbor who was a good friend of the family. She married twice but retained her maiden surname. In 2014 she lived in Bethesda, Montgomery Co., Md.

She had one son, father’s name unknown:

82.v.v. i. Patrick Marvin[7] [Jackson]. Born 22 Jun 1967 in Kingsport, Tenn.

She married, first, Paul Morrison in the 1960s. They divorced. He was once mayor of Church Hill.She married, second, Raymond Ernest Hoop ca. 2002. Born 25 Jul 1923. Died 25 Nov 2004 in Bethesda. Buried

with military honors in Arlington [Va.] National Cem..

82.v.vi. Carolyn Sue[6] Jackson (Marvin Warren[5], Emmaline Celia[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 8 Jun 1942 in Kingsport, Sullivan Co., Tenn. In 2014 she lived in Winter Park, Orange Co., Fla.

Web site, 29 Nov 2016: Carolyn Jackson Gruber/Fine ArtWelcome to my website! I hope you will enjoy browsing through my art gallery. Art has always been my passion. I

grew up in a small town in the southeast—Church Hill, Tenn.—and drew or painted everything around me. The country offered lots of things to draw and paint—trees, flowers, rivers, animals,forests, old mills, and any person I could convince to sit long enough for me to draw. I gained a great appreciation for nature, wildlife, all animals and the country during this time. When I was growing up I saw the wonderful illustrations in magazines by Jon Whitcomb, Norman Rockwell and J.C. Leyendecker. I knew that was exactly what I wanted to do when I grew up—become an artist!

After art school, I moved to Monterey, Calif., and did illustrations for a magazine including several covers. One cover became very popular and was reprinted and sold as a large poster. I worked as creative art director for a large printing company in Tennessee, then was senior art director in Knoxville for an advertising agency. Moving with my family to Florida, I have worked many years as a freelance illustrator/designer for advertising agencies in Florida but also had clients located in other states, and a few in other countries. I also owned a screen printing company featuring solely my animal art—mainly cats—and also dogs and horses on clothing and bags. These were sold in the U.S. and 13 other countries. My husband and I owned Diamond II Corporation, a property investment company.

Working as an artist in the commercial field has been a dream come true! I love it and it has been an exciting and thrilling journey. Getting to work on local or nationwide accounts, and some foreign accounts—seeing my artwork on television, on websites, billboards, in stores, in books and textbooks, in magazines, on music covers, or hanging in lobbies and offices, or meeting celebrities was exciting! Most of the time all the drawing, sketching, painting, illustrating didn’t seem like work at all. Having been trained as both a fine artist and commercial artist, as well as in sculpture and portraiture, I have decided to devote most of my time to the fine arts, gradually making it full time.

I love to work with color—especially dramatic colors—like the deep, gorgeous gemstone colors—turquoises, purples, deep greens and blues. My painting style ranges from near realistic to impressionist to impressionist with graphic elements. My favorite mediums are acrylics or oils. All paintings are completed on canvas stretched on wood frames. Most of my work is done in studio, often using my own photographs as reference, of places where I’ve lived or taken during my travels. I sometimes use models.

Having a great appreciation for animals and nature, a lot of my paintings will feature these. I also have a great appreciation for America’s space travel and received several commissions to do this type art. You will find some paintings of mine dealing with space travel in my gallery and there will be more to come. All things of Florida and the beach are also the things I like to paint. Having lived near the Great Smoky Mountains and Cherokee, I became an admirer of the Cherokee culture and the Cherokee people. There are two paintings of the Cherokee in my gallery with more to come.

So I hope you will enjoy looking through my gallery. Through my paintings I strive to convey beauty, elegance, warmth of spirit, sometimes drama and excitement, and always—quality art. I hope the paintings will leave you with positive feelings. Take your time to browse and come back often. You are most welcome on this site. I now reside in a home with an art studio in Central Florida, owned by several cats who allow us to live there too.

Art Education: Harris School of Art, Nashville, Tenn.; Corcoran School of Art, Washington, D.C.; Winter Park [Fla.] Tech.—Computer Graphics; workshops, private classes, private tutoring—two prominent instructors were John Allen Maxwell of Tennessee, noted illustrator of historical novels, and Howard Paine, art director of National Geographic Magazine and instructor at the Corcoran.

Honors, Exhibitions: Featured artist—First Street Gallery, “Wildlife in Art” show, Sanford, Fla.; winner of numerous Addy Awards; winner of other state, regional, national awards for illustration and/or design; Orlando Ballet—Official Artist for a year.

Important Commissions: Several illustrations for Kennedy Space Center; ECC International Corp.—two large murals; Tierra Verde Resort—large historical mural of Tierra Verde, Fla.; Harcourt Brace & Jovanovich, Inc., Fla.—school textbook illustrations; a publishing company in Chicago—school textbook illustrations, college textbook illustrations; The Winter Park Board Game; limited edition watercolor of Lake Eola, Orlando, Fla., which was printed, then signed, numbered, given to customers by Orlando Utilities Commission; series of Florida wildlife illustrations, which were enlarged and

transferred to slides of city buses and the series received state and national awards; many paintings in private collections and several in corporate collections.

Corporate clients through advertising agencies: Kennedy Space Center, Kennedy Space Center Astronaut Hall of Fame, Air Tran Airlines, Florida Dept. of Citrus, Daytona 500, Pepsi Cola, Pepsi 500, Pepsi Challenge, Trans-Am, Sears, Peabody Hotels, Orlando Transit Authority Lynx buses, Sea World, Busch Gardens, Wet ’n Wild, Stars Hall of Fame, Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museums, Hyatt Regency Hotels, Hilton Hotels, Omni Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, Orlando Ballet, Orlando Utilities Commission, Panama Jack, Parachutist Magazine, World Water Skiing Magazine, Business Week Magazine, Florida Focus Magazine, Orlando Magazine, Beecham-Massengill Pharmaceuticals, Stein Mart, Tupperware, T.G. Lee Dairy, Fostoria Glass & Crystal, AAA, Orlando Sentinel newspaper ads, Indian River Memorial Hospital, Orlando General Hospital, Orlando Regional Medical Center, West Lakes Hospital, Florida Hospital, United Telephone/Sprint, Budget Rental Cars, Olive Garden, Darden’s Restaurants, Red Lobster Restaurants, Orlando Chamber of Commerce, Metrowest Country Club, Arnold Palmer Golf Management, Orlando Development Commission, United Arts Council, Bay Hill Country Club, Park Suites Hotels, S&S Cafeterias, Silver Springs, John Young Science Center, The Florida Keys, Beall’s Department Stores, Radisson Hotels, Tierra Verde Resort, and many others.

Orlando [Fla] Sentinel, 28 Jan 1992—The Artist Behind Those Buses—Even if you don’t catch the bus, the bus catches your eye, thanks to Carolyn Gruber’s colorful critters, by Susan M. Barbieri: The lizard, the alligator and the hummingbird were easy to capture. It was the eagle that gave Carolyn Gruber fits. “I just couldn’t get it,” said Gruber, the Winter Park artist who designed the vivid wildlife scenes on eight downtown Orlando “Freebee” buses. “I was developing a graphic but highly colorful and vibrant style, and it was really hard to tie all those things all together. My eagle kept looking too realistic.” She drew a dozen color layouts of the eagle, investing hours of work in each. One by one she threw them in the trash can. “Finally, I stayed up all night on one of the last nights before deadline. Suddenly I got up and said, “I’ve got it! I’ve got it! I had it pictured in my head and sat down and did it.” The people behind the bus beautification project loved it, and the last critter was complete: a highly stylized eagle in flight, its motion suggested by random streaks and squiggles of color. Pine boughs and cones frame the eagle on either end.

Gruber’s vibrant wildlife scenes have turned ordinary passenger-carrying behemoths into mobile murals, each one a moveable feast for the eye. Indeed, downtown Orlando’s Tri County Transit buses may be the most eye-catching buses in America. “I don’t know of anyone else who is doing it. Art for art’s sake is definitely unique,” said Aubrey Lumley, past chairman of the marketing committee of the American Public Transit Association in Washington, D.C. Lumley, now an official with the San Mateo County transit system in California, said it is more common for schools to allow children to decorate school buses, or for municipal zoos or corporations to paint buses for promotional reasons.

Frank Holt of the Orlando Public Art Advisory Board watches the city buses circle downtown from his office window. “The art gives the transit system some identity,” Holt said. “They’re fun. People look at them. And whether you like them or not, you’re going to respond to them.” On one bus, a great blue heron wades gracefully through a sea of cattails, eyeing the movements of a leaping frog. A manatee swims unhurriedly along the side of another bus in an above-and below-water view. On yet another bus, a giant hummingbird hovers near a brilliant hibiscus blossom, ready to pierce its center for a nip of nectar.

Gruber, who says she is in her mid-40s, grew up in Church Hill, Tenn., an ink-spot of a town in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. She enjoyed painting as a child and knew she would grow up to be an artist. Gruber studied commercial art, advertising and illustration at the Harris School of Advertising Art in Nashville and the Corcoran Art School in Washington, D.C. She moved to Monterey, Calif., in the ’70s, where she dabbled in fine art and worked as art director for Parachutist magazine. She met her husband, Richard, in Monterey. They moved to Central Florida in 1978 when he took a job with Martin Marietta.

Gruber, who has two grown daughters, walks out of a spacious studio at her Winter Park home which she shares with her husband and six cats. The Grubers are vegetarians active in animal-rights causes. Indeed, Carolyn Gruber designed a T-shirt for a University of Central Florida group working to rescue stray cats on campus. But most of her clients are large advertising agencies. “I do everything from portrait to calligraphy to cartoons to highly technical illustrations,” Gruber said. “Whenever you’re working for an ad agency, the work is done within days. The pace is fast and furious, and you have to be ready.”

Throughout the year she gets calls from agencies that need tourist-themed artwork—such as cartoony Florida maps with flamingoes, manatees and alligators. She often is called upon to create stylized depictions of Shamu or the Disney castle. But sometimes they want critters on buses, drawn in colors not ordinarily found in nature. The idea for the wildlife bus scenes came from Tom Kohler of the Downtown Development Board and Hank McDaniel, creative director of McDaniel & Winter Corp. advertising agency. The two met last summer to discuss a way to distinguish eight downtown “Freebee” buses from other Tri County Transit vehicles. “My contribution to the project was to say, ‘Tom, we need to put a giant lizard on the side of this bus and we’re going to use psychedelic colors,’ ” McDaniel said. The two decided on a “flora and fauna” theme—Florida wildlife surrounded by lush hibiscus flowers, orange blossoms and other greenery. One artist McDaniel knew

could carry out his vision was Gruber, whom he had worked with before. McDaniel wanted a “bold and sweeping” illustrative style similar to that of LeRoy Neiman.

Gruber researched Florida wildlife, collecting photographs of native plants and animals. “I had to find the right hummingbird for Florida,” she said. “And I had to be very careful that my alligators didn’t look like crocodiles.” After Gruber’s sketches were approved, Peterson Outdoor Advertising was given the task of taking her drawings and enlarging them onto the buses. Each bus cost $3,800 to paint—a cost the Downtown Development Board hopes to recoup through parking fees.

Gruber has only minor quibbles about the final product. “Some are better than others. Some of them, a lot of the detail was lost. Of course, you have to assume that whenever your work is reproduced, some of it will be lost.” Her favorites are the hummingbird, the large-mouth bass and the troublesome eagle. Gruber said she feels proud that her movable artwork has such a high public profile. “I’m very lucky. I love what I do.”

Tampa Bay Newspapers, Seminole, Fla., 7 Sep 2016—Heading home—Legendary mural is returning to Tierra Verde, by Brian Goff, with photograph, cutline, “Tim Landt, left, and Connie Langhorst, load the Tierra Verde mural into a van to move it from a county storage area to Landt’s office where it is being stored. It will be unveiled to the public Sept. 29 at the Island Grille and Raw Bar.” Tierra Verde—A piece of the community’s history is about to come home. Local activists have been working for years to get a huge mural depicting the history of Tierra Verde back onto the island and on display. The 10-ft. by 3-ft. mural was painted in 1981 and reflects Tierra Verde at its most glamorous time.

Back in the 1940s and 1950s, a number of entertainment stars vacationed on the island. Hollywood actors and famous singers came for rest and relaxation and in some cases to perform. The center of the activity was the Tierra Verde Resort and Marina and that is where the mural first surfaced. At the time the headliner at the resort was Guy Lombardo. The legendary Canadian and his big band performed there regularly and he was to play a part in the story of the mural. Connie Langhorst is a member of the group that saved the mural. She tells the story eloquently.

“When I first moved here, there was a special place in my heart for big band music,” she said. “Then I discovered that Guy Lombardo lived here and played at the resort. It was there I discovered the mural.” Not long after that the resort was sold and so was the mural. “I discovered the mural was sold and about to be shipped off to the Guy Lombardo Museum in London, Ontario,” said Langhorst. “I burst into tears. It had so much island history on it. I begged the owner to tell me what to do to prevent it from leaving the country. He told me to match the offer within 24 hours and the mural would be mine.”

The money for the mural actually came from the local chamber of commerce, which agreed to fund the project. “We went with the check and carried the mural out of the building,” said Langhorst. Then it had to be stored somewhere in a climate-controlled atmosphere. It ended up, thanks to the Pinellas County Parks Department, in a county storage area where it stayed for seven years. Eventually the county lost the storage space. So Langhorst and her group had to retrieve it and find somewhere else to store it.

Six months ago, Tim Landt, a local businessman, agreed to keep the mural in his office. He has lived in Tierra Verde for the past 40 years and treasures the history of the island. “People don’t realize that there is a lot of history here,” he said. “The place isn’t that old in history terms, yet there is a lot of history here.” That history, much of which is depicted on the mural, goes back into the 1930s and 1940s, and the old resort.

The man best known as Chef Barry, Barry Spaulding, worked in the resort in its good old days. The memories come pouring out the minute you ask him what it was like in those days. “The attraction was that it was such a new concept in those days around here. It was a supper club where you could get dressed up and go out,” he said. “I was the most visible kitchen person so I interacted with everybody and there were many famous people.” The names just rolled off his lips. “Comedian Frank Gorshin was a regular” Spaulding said. “He’d come in here in the morning and wonder what we were cooking. Lionel Hampton was around a lot and he was an extremely nice man. Then there was Steve Allen, and Jayne Meadows and Jose Feliciano, all very down to earth people.”

Spaulding didn’t stop there. “I miss the resort,” he said. “There was Phyllis Diller, I always bragged about her. Mel Torme the singer had dental work while he was here; we had to put his food through the blender. The Mills Brothers were super good, they all had talent.” The most famous of all remembered by Spaulding was the man known as the “Chairman of the Board.” The memory of Frank Sinatra isn’t quite as pleasant as the rest. “He was the only one who had any kind of an attitude at all,” he said. “You weren’t allowed in the room when he rehearsed.”

“The mural brings me back in time,” said Spaulding. “I can tell you what each of them were saying as I look at the mural and see the expressions on their faces.”

Businessman Landt says the mural reflects a special piece of work done by the artist. “The artist did a fantastic job,” he said. “It is like a time warp, there is a lot going on there.” The artist, Carolyn Gruber, lives near Orlando and will be attending the unveiling of the mural. The unveiling will be taking place Thurs., Sept 29, 2 to 4 p.m., at the Island Grille and Raw Bar, 210 Madonna Blvd. The mural will hang there after that. Langhorst says there is excitement in the community about the event. “My phone has been ringing off the hook with people telling stories about their lives around the mural,” she said. “The community is rallying around it. This is the only thing we have to show our history. We’re educating the young

people.” Langhorst and her group won’t stop there. In the restaurant they will sell souvenirs of the mural with the proceeds all going to Island charities. “It is going to move on in perpetuity and give back to the community,” she said.

The Gabber, Gulfport, Fla., 21 Sep 2016: Saved Mural Restores Legends to Tierra Verde, with photographs—They’re back! The smiling faces of Rosemary Clooney, Phyllis Diller, Milton Berle, Liberace, Lionel Hampton, Guy Lombardo and others will once again welcome people in Tierra Verde but this time, the Island Grille and Raw Bar’s new location, 210 Madonna Blvd., will be the happening place.

Thurs., Sept. 29 from 2 to 6 p.m. marks the official unveiling of the historical 4-ft. wide by 10-ft. long Legend of Tierra Verde Island Mural during a special ceremony that will include live music popular during the resort area’s heyday, historical memorabilia and local actors depicting some of those in the hand-painted artwork like Lombardo, Silas Dent, Marlene Dietrich and Gen. Robert E. Lee.

Carolyn Jackson Gruber, the mural’s artist, will be present to sign commemorative miniatures for sale. Event admission is $10 at the door, and proceeds will form the “nest egg” for the mural’s Living Legacy Fund, said Connie Langhorst, president and founder of the Friends of Tierra Verde. The fund will benefit non-profits, charities and “people doing good things,” she said.

The original mural was commissioned in 1981 to decorate the lobby of the Tierra Verde Resort & Marina, the same location where the original Port-o-Call had its grand opening in January 1963. Lombardo promoted the Port-o-Call resort in a 10-week national bus tour where his band played in more than 20 cities, according to a history published by the Tierra Verde Community Association. “Every show included several minutes to promote” the resort and the “bus had a Tierra Verde banner hung on its sides.” The mural “was innocuous hanging on the wall,” Langhorst said. “No frame or anything. You’d go to the pool and hang out on a Sunday and you’d just go past it. It made you smile. It made me smile.”

According to the event’s press release, “The mural was one of my all-time favorite paintings through my career and I wondered what had happened to it through the years,” said Gruber. When the resort was being torn down in 2007, “We had to fight for the mural,” Langhorst said. The owners “were going to sell everything in the hotel rooms and restaurant like at a big huge yard sale.” The mural was destined for the Guy Lombardo museum in Ontario. Langhorst said to the owners, “Look, it’s got Ft. DeSoto on it. It’s got Silas Dent. Those people in Canada don’t have a clue who Silas Dent is. What do they care about Robert E. Lee? Please give me a chance to keep it here.” They gave her 24 hours.

“That’s when people got involved,” Langhorst said. Locals stepped forward and carried the mural out of the resort. The county provided climate-controlled storage during the time it took to find a new home for the artwork where the maximum number of people could enjoy it, she said. At one point, Ft. DeSoto was interested in it for the park’s visitor center, but funding cuts prevented the creation of a suitable space. “We kept it in storage waiting for the right opportunity. And this new restaurant has the perfect place for it,” Langhorst said. “It’s on loan to them to display it.”

The Island Grille and Raw Bar is located “essentially on the very same land that we carried the mural away from in 2007,” said Langhorst, “which is part of the magic of it.” During the unveiling event, television monitors throughout the restaurant will feature period photos and a special television episode. Tierra Verde, the Port-o-Call’s LeClub room and Lombardo were featured in a Route 66 show that aired on May 3, 1963 entitled, “What Do You Do in March?” The black-and-white series was broadcast from 1960-1964. To view the vintage 60-minute episode in advance of the mural’s unveiling, visit youtu.be/nTTmGjywFqk. Lombardo makes his entrance just after the 13th minute.

She married, first, Robert Cecil Brewer Jr., son of Robert Cecil Brewer and Virginia Simmons, 30 Jun 1962 in Church Hill, Hawkins Co., Tenn. Robert Sr. was a 19-year U.S. Army soldier when he was killed in a motor vehicle accident in Duxheim, Germany, three months before Robert Jr. and Carolyn Sue married. They divorced 1969 in Monterey Co., Calif. Born 17 May 1942 in Charleston, Kanawha Co., W.Va., grew up there, and attended medical college for two years in eastern West Virginia. He met Carolyn in late 1960 or early 1961 while they were feeding pigeons; she was attending art school in Washington, D.C. He became a mechanic but was last a truck driver in California. Their daughter Rhonda said in 2015 that she had located her grandfather Robert Sr.’s grave marker in Salt Lake City, Utah. She said he was divorced from Virginia and remarried Fay Wilbur in 1953 in Charleston. When he was killed in Germany, the second wife requested that the Army return the remains to her home city, Salt Lake, to bury him in a family plot. Fay died Feb 2012 in Salt Lake City after having married again. She had no children by either husband.

Children (of Carolyn and Robert):

i. Rhonda Carol[7]. Born 24 Feb 1963 in Carmel, Monterey Co., Calif. She graduated with honors from Lake Howell High School, Maitland, Fla., Jun 1981; while there she was in marching band, stage band, and in symphony orchestra as a trombone and baritone bugle player; Future Business Leaders of America; softball; International Club; took speech awards; district solo and ensemble music awards, National Honor Society, choir, and was senior class president. She took an Associate of Arts with honors from Seminole College, Sanford, Fla., Spring 1984. She attended

University of Central Florida, Orlando, 1984-85 but left to complete court reporting school in Orlando in 1985. She had full and part-time jobs including Sea World of Florida, Orlando, during and after high school; a property consulting firm in Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale for six years; and United Airlines for six years. In 2016 she lived in Deerfield Beach, Broward Co., Fla., and was a State of Florida employee internationally and nationally certified as an electronic and digital court reporter as a recorder, transcriber and proofer. She had been with the 17th Judicial Circuit, Broward Co., Fla., since 2004. Prior to that she worked for the 9th Judicial Circuit for 3.5 years in Orange Co., Fla. In 2016 she was board secretary for a homeowner’s association, running the dog wing of the local animal shelter on Saturdays, a pet owner, enjoyed travel, biking, camping, reading, movies, University of Tennessee football, civic work in Deerfield Beach, member of historical societies, entering her 2002 Volkswagen Beetle in car shows, swimming, photography and genealogy work. Her photographic coverage of Honaker Family reunions was published in Honaker Family Newsletter.

She married Estel Wayne Meeks (called Wayne), son of William Arthur Meeks and Carol Jean Loveall, 14 Feb 1993 in Deerfield Beach. Born 3 May 1965 in Winchester, Randolph Co., Ind. There were no children. In 2016 he was in his 30th year as a package car driver for United Parcel Service, anticipating retirement in Sep 2017. Prior to that he worked for a T-shirt manufacturing company, Atlantis Water Park, and McDonald’s Restaurants. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1982-88, beginning service in Winchester, Ind., with Co. B, 1st Battalion, 293rd Infantry, then transferring to Hollywood, Fla., with Co. A, 1st Battalion, 124th Infantry, in Mar 1984. In 2016 he was a shop steward in the Teamster’s Union; maintenance man and hauler for the local animal shelter; board president of his homeowner’s association; and served on every committee that cleans, repairs and builds projects in his neighborhood. Like his wife he is also a University of Tennessee football fan, camper, NASCAR fan, enjoys socializing with friends, movies, music, shopping via computer, and working on his Dodge Ram pickup truck.

82.v.vi. ii. Roxanne Charissa. Born 5 Jun 1965 in Carmel

She married, second, Richard Gary Gruber 30 Apr 1969 in California and soon moved to Tennessee. Died 2 Jan 2004. Born 5 Mar 1947. There were no children.

83.i.i. Maudie Eva Nova Isora Gladys[6] Gibson (Nancy Jane[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Starling Ledford Gibson, relationship unidentified, son of Beauregard Gibson and Cardilla Stilner.

Children:

83.i.i. i. Eva Marie[7].83.i.i. ii. Mack Beauregard.83.i.i. iii. Christine. Born 28 Sep 1924.83.i.i. iv. Dennis.83.i.i. v. Sylvia.83.i.i. vi. Franklin.83.i.i. vii. Joyce.

83.iii.i. Billy Dean[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Sylvia Haywood. Children:

i. Cathy[7].ii. Gregory. He married Kimberly Dishman.

83.iii.ii. Burl Harvey[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).He married Lois Fields, daughter of Carl Fields and Rena Jones. Children:

i. Carl Harvey[7].ii. Madison.

83.iii.iv. John Delmar[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Mildred Breeding, daughter of Noah Breeding and Mattie Robinson. Children:

83.iii.iv. i. Michael Edward[7]. Born 31 Aug 1956.

83.iii.viii. Maggie Virginia Patricia[6] Rhea (called Bonnie) (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1922. Died 25 Dec 1996. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

She married Beecher C. Bailey. Born 16 May 1919. Died 24 Apr 1956. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.. Children:

83.iii.viii. i. Bobby Eugene[7].ii. Carl.

83.iii.viii. iii. Janice (twin). Born 28 Sep 1942.iv. Judith (twin). Born 28 Sep 1942. Died 5 Oct 1942. Buried in Meade Cem., Wilder, Va.v. Gary Junior (called Buck). Born 22 Mar 1952. Died 9 Jun 2001 in Cleveland, Va. The remains

were cremeated and buried 15 Jun 2001 in Meade Family Cem., Wilder, Va. Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Jun 2001: Gary Junior (Buck) Bailey, 49, died Sat., June 9, 2001

at his home. A lifelong resident of Cleveland, he was a son of the late Beecher and Bonnie Rhea Bailey. He was a disabled coal miner and a member of the [United Mine Workers of America.] He was a member and treasurer of the John F. McElhenny Camp 840, Sons of Confederate Veterans. He was also a member of the Clinch River Wildlife Association and was a member of the Rabbit Ridge Pea Pickers Band. Survivors include one sister, Janice Francisco, Lebanon; two brothers, Carl H. Bailey and Bobby E. Bailey, both of Cleveland; three nieces, Carla Jonas, Karen Martin and Tammy Trent; two nephews, Bobby Bailey, Jr., and Kirby Bailey. A memorial service was conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday [12 Jun] in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel in Lebanon with the Rev. Danny Wayne Rhea and Rev. Russell Baldwin officiating. Burial will be in the Meade Family Cem. at a later date. Honorary pallbearers will be Dennis Bailey, Tim Bailey, Kevin Rhea, Vick Rhea, Jackie Rhea, Allen Rhea, Greg Rhea, Andy Rhea, David Haney, Butch Breeding, Johnny Couch, Harley Grizzle and Tony Smith. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clinch River Wildlife Association, c/o Burl Rhea, P.O. Box 246, Cleveland, Va., 24225 or to the charity of your choice. Combs Funeral Service in Lebanon is in charge.

Lebanon News, 20 Jun 2001: Authorities Identify Burn Victim, by Shawn StreetThe body discovered in a burned vehicle in the Cleveland area on June 9 has been

positively identified as Russell County resident Gary Bailey. According to Russell County Sheriff’s Office Chief Investigator J.R. Lockhart, the body was positively identified as Bailey after dental records of the victim were analyzed by the state medical examiner’s office in Roanoke.

Lockhart said he was called to the scene of the fire around 2:30 a.m. on Sat., June 9, after two individuals had reportedly spotted the burning vehicle while driving through the area.

Once the fire had been extinguished, Bailey’s body was discovered inside the automobile. The body was then sent to Roanoke for an autopsy and the automobile, which Lockhart said had not been in an accident, was towed into storage where it was scheduled to undergo a forensics investigation.

In an effort to assist the forensics lab in identifying the body, Lockhart began gathering dental records. He said efforts were complicated because the St. Paul dental office the victim visited had went out of business several months ago. Efforts to track down the dentist proved successful. “The local dentist maintained his records at his residence in Abingdon,” Lockhart said.

Once positive identification was made, the body of Bailey was released to a funeral home for arrangements by his family. The exact cause of death will be known after toxicology tests from Richmond are completed. Lockhart said the cause of death will be determined from tests on bodily fluids submitted for the report, as well as evidence gathered at the scene. “Conversations between myself and the medical examiner in Roanoke have ruled out foul play,” Lockhart announced.

He married Debbie Baritsky. Born 29 Aug 1953.

83.iii.x. Radfert Madison[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Mar 1929.He married Cleda Fay Mitchell 25 Oct 1954. Born in 1938. Died 24 Jun 1992 in Russell Co., Va. Buried in Ketron

Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va. Children:

83.iii.x. i. Danny Wayne[7]. Born 12 Jan 1968 in Russell County.

83.iii.x. ii. Nancy Carol.iii. Jackie Darrell.iv. Leslie. He married Janice Morgan.

83.iii.xi. Walter Constance[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Jan 1931. Died 5 Feb 1974. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He was in U.S. military service in Korea.

He married Phyllis Puckett, daughter of Clovis Puckett and Pauline Cumbow. Children:

83.iii.xi. i. Teresa[7].ii. Constance Yvonne.

83.iii.xiii. Winfred Hershel[6] Rhea (William[5], Everett[5], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1935. Died 14 May 1997. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

He married Bonita Thompson. Born in 1943. Children:

83.iii.xiii. i. Rondall Kevin[7]. Born 28 Sep 1964.

85.ii.i. Dorothy Gay[6] Taylor (Clovis[5], Cowan[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Aug 1929 in Squire, McDowell Co., W.Va. In 2016 she lived in Tazewell, Tazewell Co., Va., with a granddaughter; she loved talking and having company.

She married James Wilson Combs 12 Sep 1947 in Clintwood, Dickenson Co., Va. Born 20 Sep 1925. Died 23 Oct 1970. Buried in Nash Cemetery, Nash’s Ford, Russell Co., Va. Children:

i. Betty Sue[7]. Born 27 Jan 1949 in Dante, Va.ii James Randolph. Born 20 Jul 1950 in Dante.iii. Johnny Wayne. Born 10 Feb 1952 in English, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 11 Jun 2009.iv. Donald Ray. Born 17 Nov 1954 in Welch, McDowell Co., W.Va.v. Patricia Ann. Born 20 Sep 1956 in Welch.vi. Bobby Glen. Born 27 Jan 1961 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.vii Linda Gay. Born 1 Apr 1963 in Richlands.viii. Nora Jean. Born 1 Aug 1964 in Richlands.

85.ii.ii. Geneva NMN[6] Taylor (Clovis[5], Cowan[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Mar 1932 in Black Joe, Harlan Co., Ky. She completed her freshman year of high school, worked mostly as a waitress, and was Baptist.

She had a child with Troy Lee Frazier, son of Lucian B. Frazier and Maxie Williams. Born 24 Feb 1927 in Scott Co., Va. Died 17 Nov 2004 in Bristol, Tenn.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 19 Nov 2004: Our loving daddy, Troy Lee Frazier, age 77, went home to be with his Heavenly Father, at his home, with his family by his side, Wed., Nov. 17, 2004. Mr. Frazier was a lifelong resident of Bristol, and the son of the late Lucian and Maxie Williams Frazier. Mr. Frazier was the longest living member of Pleasant View Baptist Church of Bluff City, where he had served as a deacon and former choir director. He was also a member of Zollicoffer Masonic Lodge. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and retired from the Teamsters as a truck driver. Mr. Frazier was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Louise Bradley Frazier; a brother, Fred Frazier; a sister, JoAnn Prater; and a great-grandson, Zachary Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Darlene Shepard of Bristol, Tenn., and his son, David Frazier of Bristol, Tenn. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Shanna Smith, Troy Hicks, Moses Frazier, Katy Lewey and Michael Shepard; seven great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Jonah and Hannah Smith, Gabriel Hicks, Jeremiah Frazier, Abagail Frazier and Adian Lewey; several stepgrandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at noon, Sat., Nov. 20, 2004, in the Pleasant View Baptist Church, Bluff City, with Brother Donald Denton and Brother Roger Shepard officiating. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be “his picking buddies.” The family would also like to express a special thanks to Wellmont Hospice. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m., Fri., Nov. 19, 2004, at Akard Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family of Mr. Frazier by visiting our Web site at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Frazier.

Child of Geneva and Troy:

85.ii.ii. i. Peggy[7] [Taylor]. Born 18 Mar 1952 in Engish, McDowell Co., W.Va.

She married Robert Marvin Mullins, son of Grady Mullins and Alma Sliger, Feb 1954 in McDowell Co., W.Va. They divorced in the late 1960s. Born 8 Dec 1934 in Haysi, Dickenson Co., Va. Died 15 Sep 1996 in Burlington, Mineral Co., W.Va. He was crippled with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Syndrome, a nerve disorder, and managed young people selling magazines until he was fully disabled. Children:

85.ii.ii. ii. Beverly Ruth. Born 14 Feb 1955 in English, McDowell Co., W.Va. 85.ii.ii. iii. Alma Jean. Born 10 Oct 1957 in Welch, McDowell Co., W.Va. 85.ii.ii. iv. Susan NMN. Born 27 Dec 1958 in Welch.

85.ii.i. Orville Lee[6] Taylor (Clovis[5], Cowan[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Jul 1935 in Amonate, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 12 Oct 2008 in Johnson City, Tenn. Buried in Temple Hills Cemetery, Castlewood, Russell Co., Va. He was a coal miner.

He married Ester Ellalee Jesse 20 Apr 1957 in Lebanon, Va. In 2016 she lived in the Copper Ridge section of Castlewood, Russell Co., Va. Children:

i. Brenda Faye[7]. Born 17 Jul 1957 in Russell Co., Va.ii. Billy Lynn. Born 19 Sep 1959 in Russell County.iii. Darrell. Born in Russell County.iv. Sharon Gail. Born 12 Sep 1963 in Russell County.

96.iv.i. Ralph Grear[6] Stinson (twin) (Arthur Dallas[5], Nancy Dickenson[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Nov 1910 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Dec 1978 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Fairview Cem., Roanoke.

He married Marie S. Unknown. Late in her life she was confined to a nursing home in Roanoke. Children:

i. Ralph Grear[7] Jr. Born in Roanoke, Va.ii. Robert Wayne. Born in Roanoke.iii. G. Don. Born in Roanoke.iv. Rickey E. Born in Roanoke.

96.iv.ii. Robert O’Rear[6] Stinson (called Bob) (twin) (Arthur Dallas[5], Nancy Dickenson[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Nov 1910 in Honaker, Va. Died 20 Dec 1993 in Tazewell, Va. Buried in Moreland Memorial Park Cem., Baltimore, Md.

He married, first, Emma Mutispaugh. Children:

i. Robert O’Rear[7] Jr. In 2008 he lived in Maine.ii. Evelyn Una.

He married, second, Gladys Unknown. There were no children.

96.iv.iii. Una Bernice[6] Stinson (Arthur Dallas[5], Nancy Dickenson[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Sep 1912 in Honaker, Va. Died 7 Apr 2008 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Apr 2008 and Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 9 Apr 2008: Mrs. Una Bernice Harris, age 95, of Richlands, Va., passed away Mon., Apr. 7, 2008 at a Russell County hospital. She was born in Honaker Va., and was the daughter of the late Arthur (Jack) and Minnie Honaker Stinson, both former Russell County natives. She was a graduate of Honaker High School, Class of 1933. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Seekers Sunday School Class and Sisterhood Circle. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Una will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, C.A. “Nasty” Harris; one great-granddaughter, Kayla Lynn Davis; three brothers, Ralph, Robert and Leemond Stinson. Those who remain to carry on her spirit are her daughter, Mrs. Vicki McGlothlin and husband Randall of Mooresville, N.C.; sons, Cleaster “Clea” Harris, Jr. and wife Linda of Richlands, Va., Glenn Harris of Charlotte, N.C.; special niece, Jackie Childress of Honaker, Va.; grandchildren Steven McGlothlin and wife Lynn, Elaine Hurley and husband R.B., Bo Harris and wife Denise, Jamie Sossamon and husband Brad; great-grandchildren Ashley McGlothlin, Heather McGlothlin, Cora Harris, Jessica Harris, Eric Harris, Joshua Davis, Brianna Sossamon, Savannah Sossamon and Haley Sossamon; great-great-grandchild Jonathan Davis. A graveside service for Una Bernice Harris will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Apr. 10, 2008 at the Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va., with the Rev. David Brannock officiating. Friends may call from 6–9 p.m. on Wednesday

evening at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 402 Suffolk Ave., Richlands, VA.

She married Cleaster Albert Harris, son of Grandville George Harris and Lillie Edwards Kitts, 22 Dec 1933 at Elk Garden [Va.] Methodist Church. Born 2 Nov 1907 in Richlands, Va. Died 29 Mar 1967 in Richlands. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. He was a track maintenance worker for the Norfolk & Western Railroad. The Winter 2008 Honaker Family Newsletter featured an illustrated article about Grandville Harris by his grandson, Cleaster Albert Harris Jr.

Bluefield Daily Telegraph, 30 Mar 1967: Cleaster A. Harris, 59, of Richlands, Va., died Wednesday in a Richlands hospital following a long illness. He was a native of Richlands, son of the late Granville G. and Lillie K. Harris. He graduated at Richlands High School, attended Emory & Henry College, worked for Norfolk & Western Railway 30 years, in private business five years after retirement and was a member of the Richlands Town Council for eight years. He was a member of Richlands First Methodist Church, Richlands Masonic Lodge 316 and a member of Kazim Shrine Temple in Roanoke, Va. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Una S. Harris of the home; a daughter, Mrs. Randall McGlothlin of Charlotte, N.C.; two sons, Cleaster Harris Jr. and Glenn A. Harris of the home; two sisters, Mattie Harris and Mrs. Madge Lester of Richlands; a brother, Paul Harris of Cedar Bluff, Va.; a half brother, Claude G. Kitts of Baxter, Ky.; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Friday at 3:30 p.m. at Richlands Methodist Church with Rev. Eugene E. Chafin officiating and burial in Greenhills Cem. at Claypool Hill, Va. Friends may call at Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands after 4 p.m. Thursday. Pallbearers: Leonard Cole, Bill Forrest, Thurman Spence, Claude and Clyde Barrett, Andy H. Jenkins, Gene Nollev, George Wyatt and Kelly Crawford.

Children:

96.iv.iii. i. Cleaster Albert[7], Jr. Born 8 May 1939 in Richlands, Va.96.iv.iii. ii. Vicki Jane. Born 3 May 1942 in Richlands.96.iv.iii. iii. Glenn Allen. Born 7 Jul 1954 in Richlands.

106.v.i. Pauline[6] Ball (Earl Thomas[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Mar 1942 in Richlands, Va. Died 19 Dec 2002 in Charlottesville, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 1 Jan 2003: Pauline Ball Robinson, age 60, of the Fairmont section of Honaker, Va., passed away Thurs., Dec. 19, 2002 in a Charlottesville, Va., hospital. Born March 28, 1942 in Tazewell Co., Va., she was a daughter of Waldene Honaker Ball of Honaker, Va., and the late Earl Ball. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, she was a member of the Raven Bible Way Church. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband, Carl Robinson of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, David Carl and Rita Robinson of Honaker, Va.; and two grandchildren, Joseph Robinson and Jessica Robinson also survive. Funeral services were conducted Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Danny Short and Rev. Joe Palmer officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cemeter in Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She attended Honaker [Va.] High School. She was a household employee; worked at Honaker Mills, a sleepwear factory, for seven and a half years; then drove a taxi which transported Medicaid recipients to medical facilities. Her and her husband’s first home was on Big A Mountain, on land which formerly belonged to her Grandfather Franklin Ball. Later they moved to the Fairmount Addition of Honaker, Va., where they made their home in 1999.

She married Carl Nellis Robinson Jr., (called J.C.) son of Carl Nellis Robinson and Mable Esta Tiller (called Mabe), 21 Jun 1963 in Lebanon, Va. The Rev. John Buckles performed the ceremony at his home. Born 26 May 1937 in Dante, Va. J.C. attended Hamblin Junior High School. He worked on a coal company tipple for four years on Slate Creek, Russell Co., Va. Then he became an automotive mechanic at Eaton’s Garage in Honaker for several years. He is now a taxi driver for Medicaid. Children:

106.v.i. i. David Carl[7] (called Catfish).

106.ix.i. Nana Evelyn[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Dec 1924 in Lebanon, Va.

She married Harry Wesley Webber, son of Harry Benny Webber and Jennie Elizabeth Fish, 11 Jun 1945 in Elkton, Md. Born 18 May 1924 in Industry, Maine. Died 21 Nov 1997 in Umatilla, Fla. Children:

106.ix.i. i. Patricia Joyce[7]. 106.ix.i. ii. Ernestine Rubye. 106.ix.i. iii. Linda Carol. 106.ix.i. iv. Karen Renee. 106.ix.i. v. Darla Marie.

106.ix.iv. Eva Marie[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Apr 1932 in Lebanon, Va.

She married, first, Leonard Crockett in Jan 1952. Children:

i. William Leonard[7]. Born 4 Aug 1953 in Galveston, Texas. He married Debbie Cummins in Oct 1971.

She married, second, Earl Siegel, 2 Jan 1958 in Bethel, Wash. Children:

ii. Douglas. Born 6 Sep 1962 in Everett, Wash.

She married, third, Ed Gaspar, son of Manuel Gaspar and Mary Ventura, 22 Mar 1972 in Carson City, Nev. Born 7 Nov 1919 in Morengo, Calif.

106.ix.v. Winfred Allen[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Jun 1934 in Lebanon, Va.

He married Edna Abercrombie in 1971 in Reno, Nev. Died 8 Nov 1988 in Arkansas. Children:

i. Carrie[7]. She married Robert Renfro. ii. Kim. She married Unknown Bavetta.iii. Mark. He married Karen Unknown 22 Jun 1982.

106.ix.vi. Clyde Willis[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Mar 1937 in Lebanon, Va. The birth dates for Clyde Willis and Una Carol are too close together, but we do not know which is in error.

He married Karen Lynch 4 Mar 1967 in Reno, Nev. Children:

i. Karalene Dee[7]. Born 16 Jan 1972 in Gridley, Calif. ii. Christine Ester. Born 5 Oct 1975 in Yuba City, Calif.

106.ix.vii. Una Carol[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 May 1937 in Lebanon, Va. The birth dates for Clyde Willis and Una Carol are too close together, but we do not know which is in error.

She married, first, Robert Dwaine Webber, son of Harry Benny Webber and Jennie Elizabeth Fish, 27 Apr 1957 in Gary, Ind. Born 13 Aug 1935 in Unity, Waldo Co., Maine. Children:

i. Dwaine Robert[7]. Born 19 Jun 1958 in Charleston, S.C. Died 25 Jul 1976 in Gridley, Calif. ii. Denise Carol. Born 9 Aug 1962 in Charleston, S.C. She married Gary Clay in Nov 1989.

She married, second, Ted Seeley, son of Donald Robert Seeley and Eugenia May Greenlaw, in 1963 in Madison, Maine. Children:

iii. Kenneth. Born 4 Aug 1964 in Skowhegan, Somerset Co., Maine.

She married, third, C.D. Morgan in 1985 in Gridley, Calif.

106.ix.viii. Garnet Joyce[6] Helton (Ruby Victoria[5], Cordelia[4], Serelda Jane[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Dec 1941.

She married, first, James Pirtle, son of James Pirtle and Fannie Willie Dillard, 24 Dec 1960. Born 19 Oct 1941 in Durant, Okla. Died 18 Sep 1974 in Chico, Calif. Children:

i. Penny Lynette[7]. Born 7 Oct 1963. She married William Price 11 Feb 1984. ii. Darren Wade. Born 10 Jul 1965.

She married, second, Hank Elliott 19 Feb 1985. Died in 1998.

133.v.i. Judith Gayle[6] Christian (called Judy) (Jack Linkous[3], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Feb 1946. In 1999 she was an occupational therapist and lived with her family in Holiday, Fla.

She married Paul H. Thomas of Norfolk, Va., son of Peter Thomas (born in the country of Lebanon) and Jennie Romanus (born in Rio de Janeiro), 6 Jul 1973. Born 26 Sep 1929, youngest of 13. Children:

i. Jason Clark[7]. Born 8 Mar 1977.

133.v.ii. David Norman[6] Christian (called David) (Jack Linkous[3], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1948. He served in the Viet Nam War.

He married Margaret McCray of High Point, N.C. Children:

i. Shawn David[7].ii. Paige Maria.

133.v.iii. Deborah Ann[6] Christian (called Debbie) (Jack Linkous[3], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Feb 1953. In 1999, she and her second husband lived in Port Richey, Fla.

She married, first, Larry Cregger 2 Feb 1970. They divorced in 1994. Children:

i. James Christian[7].ii. Kellie Ann.

She married, second, Mike Leder in 1995.

133.vi.i. Michael Elton[6] Rich (called Mike) (Nannie Belle[5], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Sep 1946. He was a U.S. Army veteran. In 1999 he lived with his family in Granite Bay, Calif.

He married Nancy Jo Wilson of Hanover, Ind., 2 Mar 1968. Children:

i. Elton Michael[7]. Born 27 Oct 1972 in Redwood City, Calif.ii. Kelly Bryan. Born 9 Apr 1977.

133.vi.ii. Margaret Ann[6] Rich (called Peggy) (Nannie Belle[5], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Apr 1949. In 1999 she was an English and theater teacher in Pekin, Ind. She and her sister Jackie had a joint household in New Albany, Ind.

She married, first, Mark Mallow 19 Mar 1976. Children:

i. Nellie Elizabeth[7]. Born 11 Apr 1977.

She married, second, Mike Waggoner 27 Jan 1984. Died 23 Apr 1987.

133.vii.i. Linda Regina[6] Christian (James Fredrick[5], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 May 1948. After high school graduation in 1966, she was employed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Washington, D.C. In Apr 1968 she became a secretary to the legislative assistant and public affairs representative in the office of Sen. Russell Long (D-La.) She returned home 1 Jun 1969. In 1999 she was a secretary for Adams County [Ohio] Schools.

She married William Joe Nichols (called Bill), son of Russell Nichols and Beadie Bell Clough, 22 Dec 1972. Born 3 Jul 1947. A Vietnam War veteran, in 1999 he was employed with A.E.P. and is a part-time farmer. Children:

i. Summer Christine[7]. Born 1 Jun 1977. In 1999 she, her husband, and her brother Matt had a joint household in Blue Creek, Ohio, and she was employed by Dan Schmitz Technicians, West Union, Ohio. She married James Heath Drummond (called Heath), son of James Drummond and Joan Leedy of Blue Creek, 23 May 1998. In 1999 he was a road construction worker.

ii. Matthew Tanner (called Matt). Born 22 Mar 1980. In 1999 he was a full-time farmer also working several days a week at Hillsboro [Ohio] Stock Yards, and hauling livestock for area farmers.

133.vii.ii. Vicki Debra[6] Christian (James Fredrick[5], Nellie Lillian[4], Jasper Newton[3], Margaret[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Jul 1951. In 1999 she and her family lived in McDermott, Ohio.

She married Richard Dale Cook (called Dick), son of Forest Cook and Opal Swim, 7 Feb 1973. Born 24 Jul 1941. He had a son, Richard Scott Cook, by a former marriage. In 1999 he was manager and golf pro shop operator of Elks Country Club, McDermott. Children (of Vicki and Dick):

i. Gabrielle Dawn[7] (called Gabby). Born 3 May 1974. In 1999 she was employed by Elks Country Club.

144.v. William Ray[6] Honaker (called Ray) (George Washington[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Jan 1914 in Cabell Co., (also reported as Union Ridge, Putnam Co.) W.Va. Died 11 Mar 1979 in Arcadia (also reported as Hollywood), DeSoto Co., Fla. Buried Oak Ridge Cem., Arcadia, Fla. He lived in West Virginia, then moved to Florida. He was employed by Eastern Airlines, a major U.S. carrier, and belonged to the Church of Christ.

He married Mabel Ellen Bundy, daughter of John Bundy and Lillian Harvey Gallaher, 17 Mar 1934 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Born 17 Jul 1918 in Huntington. Died 27 Mar 2006. She lived in Florida in 2001 and belonged to the Church of Christ. Children:

i. Carolyn Lee[7] Born 13 Jul 1934 in Guyandotte, Huntington, W.Va. She married Linville Welker 6 Feb 1951 in Kenova, W.Va.

144.v. ii. Richard Ray. Born 14 Apr 1937.iii. Della May. Born 18 Oct 1940 in Guyandotte. In 2015 she lived in Elk Creek, Grayson Co., Va.

She married Robert F. Casey 12 Mar 1961 in Guyandotte.iv. Linda Lou. Born 4 Oct 1942 in Guyandotte. She married Steven Calcagino 13 Apr 1964 in Dalton,

Ala.144.v. v. Nelia Diane. Born 24 Nov 1944 in Huntington. 144.v. vi. William Michael (called Mike). Born 2 Jul 1950 in Barboursville, W.Va.

vii. Mary Annette (called Annette). Born 13 Aug (also reported as Oct) 1951 in Barboursville, W.Va. She married, first, Larry Duff. She married, second, Chris Ross.

viii. Cindy Ellen. Born 24 Mar 1957 in Barboursville, W.Va. She married, first, Rodney Wright 25 Jun 1983. She married, second, Ron Eggenberger 3 Sep 1993 in Hollywood, Fla.

146.ii. Darrell Washington[6] Honaker (Benjamin Franklin[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Feb 1910 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 30 Nov 1953 in Austin, Travis Co., Texas. Buried in Ridgelawn Cem., Huntington. He was a deputy sheriff who was killed while transporting a prisoner from Texas.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 4 Dec 1953: Deputy Sheriff Darrell Honaker, 43 years old, 422 Sixth Street, who was killed Monday in a traffic mishap near Houston, Texas, will be buried in Ridgelawn Cem. following funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Church of Christ, Tenth Avenue and Twenty-first Street, with the Rev. Sam Hill and Evangelist Max Cleveland officiating. The body will arrive at the Klingel-Carpenter Mortuary at 9:30 p.m. tonight and will be taken to the residence at 1 p.m. tomorrow.

He married Florence Mabel May. Born 26 Feb 1910. She married, second, Frederick descendant Samuel Hayes[5] Honaker. A story mentioning her and her son Robert is found under Sam’s listing. Children (of Darrell and Florence):

i. Jacqueline[7]. Born 31 May 1930.ii. Doris Edith. Born 17 Nov 1933 in Cabell Co., W.Va. She married Robert Lee Hoffstead 29 Sep

1951 in Cabell County.iii. Robert Lee. Born 13 Jul 1935 in Cabell County. He served in the Huntington, W.Va., Police

Department from 6 Jan 1964 until his retirement 6 Jul 1990. He married Wilma J. Ball 27 Oct 1955 in Cabell County.

iv. Olrena Ann. Born 16 Dec 1936.

147.iv. Gerald Leon[6] Honaker (called Gerry) (twin) (John Chilton[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1925 in Cabell Co., W.Va.

He married Thaise Ruth Bedford, called Teddy, daughter of Lt. Col. Joseph Stanly Bedford and Francis Hooper Bedford, 15 Oct 1951 in Passaic, Passaic Co., N.J. Born 22 Dec 1928 in Hackensack, Bergen Co., N.J. Died 16 Jun 2016 in Wilmington, New Hanover Co., N.C.

Wilmington [N.C.] Star-News, 19 Jun 2016: Thaise “Teddy” Bedford Honaker died June 16, 2016 at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice surrounded by her family. Teddy was born in Hackensack, N.J. on Dec. 22, 1928 to Lt. Col. Joseph Stanly Bedford and Francis Hooper Bedford. She is survived by her husband of 63 years Gerald L. Honaker, son Geoffrey Honaker and his wife Deborah Covington, granddaughter Hope and daughter Leslie Honaker Bolsover her husband Steven

and grandchildren Gillian and Alex. Teddy’s father was a career Army officer and, following her father, Teddy lived all over the U.S. growing up, graduating high school in Spartanburg, S.C. in 1946. Following her lifelong love of music, she attended Westminster Choir College in Princeton, N.J., graduating in 1950. In the summer of 1951 she became the chorale director and lead soloist at the outdoor drama “Unto These Hills” in Cherokee, N.C. There she met Gerald Honaker, the love of her life. After a brief courtship they were married on Oct. 15, 1951. Teddy had a beautiful singing voice and in addition to performing she taught vocal performance at Eastern Kentucky State University in Richmond, Ky., and Catawba College in Salisbury, N.C. She led church choirs throughout her life at First Presbyterian Church in Asheville, N.C.; First Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Ky.; First Presbyterian Church in Salisbury, N.C.; and Windermere Presbyterian Church in Wilmington. She also led the Rowan Community Concert Association and Salisbury Rowan Choral Society forming friendships that lasted her lifetime. She and Gerry were also world travelers. During their time in Salisbury they organized and led several tours to Europe and had many extended visits with Leslie, at her home in England, watching Gillian and Alex grow up. After Gerry’s retirement from Catawba College they moved to Wilmington and spent 25 years at their home in Pine Valley. Teddy loved to garden, cook, entertain friends and babysit her third granddaughter Hope. She and Gerry continued to travel the world and have great adventures together. The family would like to thank the providers and staff at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice for their loving support of Teddy and our family during her time there. The family intends a private ceremony at her interment. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401. Please share memories and condolences with the family at www.wilmingtoncares.com. Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st St., Wilmington, NC 28403, 910-791-9099.

Children:

147.iv. i. Geoffrey[7]. 147.iv. ii. Leslie.

147.vi. John Alan[6] Honaker (twin) (John Chilton[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Oct 1937 in Cabell Co., W.Va. In 2007 he lived in Chesapeake, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

He married Diane Unknown 22 Sep 1961 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Children:

i. John Alan[7] Jr. Born 26 Sep 1962 in Cabell County.ii. Christina Lynn. Born 9 May 1986 in Cabell County. In 2007 she was a nurse at St. Mary’s

Hospital, Huntington, W.Va. She married Richard Ray Jenkins III, son of Richard Ray Jenkins II and Mary Unknown, 12 May 2007 in Huntington.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 1 Apr 2007: Engagement—Honaker-JenkinsChristina Honaker of Chesapeake, Ohio, and Richard Ray Jenkins III of Charleston, W.Va., will be married May 12, 2007, at the Norway Avenue

Church of Christ, Huntington. She is the daughter of John and Diane Honaker of Chesapeake. He is the son of Richard and Mary Jenkins of Charleston.

148.iv. Luther[6] Honaker (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Mar 1910 in Grundy, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 24 Nov 1961 in Columbia, S.C.

He married Lydia (also Lida) Mae Morgan, daughter of Marcus Morgan and Era Stewart in Pickens, S.C. Born ca. 1914 in Pickens, S.C. Died ca. 1992. Children:

i. Troy Cecil[7]. Born 28 Mar 1947. In 2001 he was the owner of an equipment supply business.ii. Luther Charles.iii. Clem.iv. Sue.v. Mary Lou.

148.vi. Fred Linkous[6] Honaker (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Feb 1915 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 6 Sep 1949 in Buchanan County. Buried in Chambers Cem., Shortt Gap, Va.

He married Edith Lucille Elrod, daughter of Lewis Thomas Elrod and Lydia Mae Cole, 19 Apr 1933 in Grundy, Buchanan County. Born 10 Sep 1916 in Whitewood, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 13 Aug 2000 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. She lived in Richlands, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 16 Aug 2000: Mrs. Edith Lucille Elrod Honaker—Born in Whitewood, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Mae Cole Elrod. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Honaker. Survivors include one daughter, Juanita Shortt and son-in-law, Tommy of Richlands; one grandson, Martin Short and wife, Jean, of Bryan, Ohio; three great grandchildren, Windi Whited, Katelynn Short, and Joshua Short; two

stepgreat grandchildren; two sisters, Naomi Horn and Mildred Patrick, both of Whitewood; one special niece, Joyce (Sue) Horn of Whitewood. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel in Cedar Bluff, Va., with the Revs. Troy Lester and David Horton officiating. Burial will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6–9 p.m.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 17 Aug 2000: Edith Lucille Elrod Honaker, 83, of Richlands, formerly of Whitewood, died Sun., Aug. 13, 2000 in a Richlands hospital following a brief illness. Born in Whitewood, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Mae Cole Elrod. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Honaker. She is survived by one daughter, Juanita Shortt of Richlands; two sisters, Naomi Horn and Mildred Patrick, both of Whitewood; one grandchild, three great grandchildren, two step great grandchildren, one niece. Services were held Wednesday at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel, Cedar Bluff, with the Revs. Troy Lester and David Horton officiating. Burial followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill. Singleton Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

148.vi. i. Juanita[7].

148.ix. Nellie Ethel[6] Honaker (called Nell) (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Feb 1920 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 21 Dec 1998 in Richmond, Va. Buried in Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va.

Richmond [Va.] Times-Dispatch, 23 Dec 1998: Car crashes fatal to area driversAn 81-year-old Henrico County man and a 77-year-old Chesterfield County woman were killed in separate

vehicle collisions Monday […] Nellie Ethyl Duncan of the 10000 block of Genito Road was fatally injured when she pulled her car into the path of an oncoming car at Genito Road and Price Club Boulevard, police said. Chesterfield police said Duncan was pronounced dead at Chippenham Medical Center about an hour after the wreck, which occurred about 10 a.m. Monday. Duncan pulled onto Genito Road from Price Club Boulevard and was hit by a car traveling west on Genito, police said. The driver of the other car, a 74-year-old woman, also was taken to Chippenham, where a report on her condition was not available. Police said no charges have been filed in the wreck[...]

Richmond [Va.] Times-Dispatch, 23 Dec 1998: Nellie E. Duncan, age 77, of Chesterfield, formerly of Taylorville, W.Va., died Mon., Dec. 21, 1998. She is

survived by two sons, R.R. Duncan, Sr. and Calvin R. Duncan; a daughter, Deborah L. Sasser; two sisters, a brother, six grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Her remains rest at the Bliley Funeral Home’s Chippenham Chapel, 6900 Hull St. Rd., where the family will receive friends 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Dale Memorial Park.

She married Virgil Kermit Duncan, son of Lucius Perry Duncan and Lena Mae Nicholson, in Marvin, Buchanan Co, Va. Born 15 May 1911 in Cowarts, N.C. Died 16 Dec 1997 in Chesterfield, Va. Buried in Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield. He was from Pickens, S.C. Children:

148.ix. i. Robert Randall[7]. Born 26 Mar 1938 in Marvin, Va.ii. Perry Roger. Born and died 29 May 1940 in Grimsleyville, Va. Buried in Dale Memorial Park.

148.ix. iii. Calvin Ray. Born 9 Oct 1943 in Clear Fork, W.Va.148.ix. iv. Deborah Lynn. Born 10 Sep 1955 in Williamson, W.Va.

148.x. Naomi[6] Honaker (called Oma) (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Dec 1923. She was a production worker for the Ohio Brass Company. Died 21 Sep 2013 in Wadsworth, Medina Co., Ohio. Buried in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron, Ohio

Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal, 24 Sep 2013 and Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch, 24 Sep 2013: Wadsworth—Oma Sisk Arnold, Dec. 29, 1923—Sept. 21, 2013, passed away peacefully with Linda and Pat at her side when she heard Father’s call to come home to be with Him and her loved ones who were waiting for her. She was preceded in death by husbands, Audra B. Sisk and Delmar W. Arnold; her parents, Ezra W. and Jennie (Chambers) Honaker; nine brothers and sisters and daughter, Frances Ann Gillespie. She is survived by her daughter, Linda (Mrs. James H. Helton) Streets of Ashland, Ohio; three grandchildren, [sic] William (Sinit) Streets; and granddaughter, Napasi Orlai of Columbus, Ohio; Timothy Gillespie and Kimberly Gillespie, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren all of Colorado. There is one brother, Carl (Kate) Honaker of Ozark, Ala., and very good friends Pat Shawhan and Emery Miller. There will be no calling hours, graveside services will be conducted 10 a.m. Fri., Sept. 27, 2013 at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Akron, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to your local hospice. Hilliard-Rospert, www.HilliardRospert.com

She married, first, Audra Blane Sisk, son of Walter Jackson Sisk and Pearl Maude Altizer, 15 Oct 1940 in Paw Paw, Pike Co., Ky. Born 6 Apr 1917 in Marvin, Buchanan Co., Va. Died 11 May 1972 in Akron, Summit Co., Ohio. Buried in

Greenlawn Cem., Akron. He was a coal miner for 16 years and then became a machinist for Babcock & Wilcox Co., Barberton, Ohio, a boiler manufacturer, also for 16 years. Children:

148.x. i. Frances Ann[7]. 148.x. ii. Linda Carol.

She married, second, Delmar Wilson Arnold (called Del), son of Charles Matthew Arnold and Ada Pearl Imes. Born 2 Sep 1915 in Frostburg, Alleghany Co., Md. He was a group claims consultant for the Aetna Insurance Co., Akron, Ohio, for 43 years. Oma and Del lived in Wadsworth, Ohio.

148.xi. Carlos Andrew[6] Honaker (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Nov (also reported as 29 Dec) 1925 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 28 Dec 2015 in Ozark, Dale Co., Ala.

Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home, Ozark Ala., 28 Apr 2016: In Memory of Carlos A. Honaker, Dec. 29, 1925 –Dec. 28, 2015. Carl Honaker, 89, a resident of Ozark, Ala., died Mon., Dec. 28, 2015 at Dale Medical Center after a long courageous fight against lung and heart disease. A memorial will be held March 5, 2016 at Bethel Assembly of God Church in Richlands, Va. Mr. Honaker was born Dec. 29, 1925 in Keen Mountain, Va., to Ezra and Jennie Honaker. He was a purple heart veteran of World War II and a retired boilermaker. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and five sisters. He was the last remaining member of his immediate family. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kate Altizer Honaker; two sons, Daniel Honaker and Carl Honaker Jr. (Caryn); one daughter, Carolyn Honaker; two grandsons, Nathan and Wess Honaker; two granddaughters, Kristin and Rachael Honaker; and two great granddaughters. Visitation is Sat., March 5, 2016, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Bethel Assembly of God, Richlands.

He married, first, Peggy Wallace. Children:

i. Randy[7]. Born in Richlands, Va. 148.xi. ii. Danny Lynn.

He married, second, Ollie Kate Altizer (called Kate), daughter of Rufus Britain Altizer and Della Pearl Day, 5 Apr 1957. Born 19 May 1938 in Bearwallow, Va. Children:

iii. Carolyn Jean (called Carol). Born 7 Aug 1958 in Richlands, Va. 148.xi. iv. Carlos Andrew, Jr. (called Andy).

The following obituary identifies the woman as the mother of Carlos Andrew[7] Honaker Jr., above, but was not mentioned as a wife of Carlos Andrew[6]. We do not know exactly who she was: Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 7 Nov 2001: Kathleen Pettitt, 84, of Allen, died Thurs., Nov. 1, 2001 at the Redding Medical Center, Redding, Calif. She was born in Pike County March 8, 1917, a daughter of the late Sam and Nancy Ellen “Nannie” Elkins. She was a retired cook, formerly employed by the Floyd County Board of Education, and a member of the Trimble Chapel of Freewill Baptist. She was preceded in death by her husband, Taylor Pettitt; and one daughter, Betty Jean Honaker. She is survived by two sons, Don “Earl” Honaker of Weston, W.Va., and Carlos Andrew Honaker of Redding; one daughter, Kay Parsons of Allen; one brother, Andrew Elkins of Marion, Ind.; one sister, Peggy Boyd of Belfry; 17 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Mon., Nov. 5, in the Hall Funeral Home Chapel with Jim Fields officiating. Burial followed in the Gunnells Cem., Banner. Arrangements were under direction of Hall Funeral Home of Martin. Pallbearers were Bobby Rowe, Terry Parsons and Steve Hall.

149.i. Lou Vicey Ann[6] Honaker (called Vicey) (Thomas Eli[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jan 1908 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 3 Apr 1989 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Buchanan County. She completed first grade on Bill Young Mountain, Buchanan County, and was unable to read much for the rest of her life. She loved sewing, fishing, horseback riding, and watching soap operas on television. She was horseback only a few months before she died. She and her husband attended the Church of Christ, Deel and Patterson, Buchanan County.

She married Ingram NMN Stacy (called Shanghai), son of James H. [Harrison or Henry] Stacy and Nancy NMN Dawson in Grundy, Buchanan County. Born 28 Jul 1901 in Buchanan County. Died 14 Feb 1965 in Oakwood, Buchanan County. Buried in Deel Cem., Vansant, Buchanan County. He was a coal miner and sawmill employee whose nickname came from a custom of yesteryear when a rooster was thrown out of an airplane over a local golf course. The person who “Shanghaied” the rooster won a free ride. Ingram caught the rooster and got his ride. His daughter Linda said she didn’t know how much schooling Ingram had, but he frequently read the Bible.

Children (all born at home in Oakwood, Buchanan Co., Va., except the last child, Ernest.):

149.i. i. Leonard NMN[7]. Born 25 Jan 1935.ii. Alvin Denson (called Smiley). Born 25 Dec 1935. Died of cancer 13 Jan 2008. Buried beside his

Aunt Louise (Versel) Dawson, his mother’s sister, in Oak Grove Cem., Branford, Fla. He never married. He enjoyed golf and listening to the radio.

149.i. iii. McKinley NMN. Born 29 Dec 1937.149.i. iv. Bascom NMN. Born 2 Jan 1940.

v. Burl NMN. Born 28 May 1941. Died of skin cancer 10 Mar 1975. Named after his Uncle Burl Stacy, he was a skilled carpenter and mechanic who loved car races. He was an excellent flatfoot dancer. He never married.

149.i. vi. Virgil NMN (called George). Born 17 Feb 1943.vii. Ira NMN. Died at 18 months. Buried at an unnamed Cem. at the mouth of Dismal.

149.i. viii. Larry NMN. Born 2 Dec 1945.149.i. ix. Garland NMN. Born 29 Jun 1948.149.i. x. Linda NMN[7]. Born 18 Apr 1951.

xi. Ernest NMN. Stillborn in Grundy [Va.] Hospital, Buchanan Co. Buried in an unnamed Cem. at the mouth of Webb Branch.

149.iv. Lawrence[6] Honaker (called Blackberry.) (Thomas Eli[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died of cancer 30 Dec 1971 in northern Virginia. Buried with military honors in Sec. Q, space 176, U.S. Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cem., Washington, D.C. He came by his nickname from having teenage pimples; his uncle Tom Stiltner began calling him by the name and it stuck. He was a private first class, 187th General Hospital Medical Detachment during World War II. After his marriage, he and his family lived in Largo, Fla., then moved to Manassas, Va., living there until he died.

He married Martha Unknown, who brought two children to the marriage, David and Karen. After Lawrence died, Martha remarried but died of pneumonia soon after. Children of Lawrence and Martha (lived in Manassas, Va., in 1971):

i. Lawrence[7] Jr. (called Larry)ii. Lauren.iii. Laurel (called Puss.)iv. Unknown youngest son.

149.vi. Pinkie Fay[6] Honaker (Thomas Eli[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Mar 1934. In 2010 she lived on Pounding Mill Branch, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 18 Jun 2012 in Tazewell, Va. Buried in Kelly Cem., Compton Mountain, Buchanan Co., Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 21 Jun 2012: Pinkie Fay Honaker Rife, 78, of Pilgrims Knob, died Mon., June 18, 2012 in Tazewell Community Hospital. Born March 5, 1934 in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lottie Stiltner Honaker. She was an avid quilter, gardener and flower enthusiast. She was of the Old Regular Baptist faith and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Jennifer Osborne; two sons, Jeffery Wayne and Leon Rife; four sisters, Louise Dawson, Betty Bergett, Virginia Smith and Helen Marr; one brother, Lloyd Honaker; half-brothers, Lawrence, Colonel and Cecil Honaker; half-sisters, Lucy Stiltner, Vicy Stacy, and Kathleen Goodman; and one granddaughter, Michelle Rife. She is survived by three sons, Angelo Rife of Pounding Mill, Dexter Rife and wife, Ruth, of Pounding Mill and Thomas Rife and wife, Lois, of Fort Bragg, Ky.; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Graveside services will be conducted at the Kelly Cem. on Compton Mountain, Thurs., June 21 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Billy Ward officiating. The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. at the Kelly Cem. prior to the funeral hour. Online condolences may be viewed at www.shortridge.com. Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Keen Mountain is in charge of arrangements.

She married Herman Rife, son of Earl Rife and Laura Kelly, 7 Oct 1953. Born 28 Dec 1932. Died 27 Nov 2006. Buried in Kelly Cem., Compton Mountain, Buchanan Co., Va. Children:

149.vi. i. Angelo Herman[7]. Born 18 Jun 1954 in Baltimore, Md.149.vi. ii. Jennifer Elaine. Born 3 Apr 1956 in Richlands, Va.149.vi. iii. Dexter Lee. Born 10 Oct 1957 in Richlands.

iv. Jeffrey Wayne. Born 5 Mar 1959 in Richlands. Died of childhood cancer 2 Jul 1965. Buried in Kelly Cem., Buchanan Co., Va.

149.vi. v. Thomas Earl (called Peanut). Born 13 Dec 1962 in Richlands.

vi. Leon. Born 10 Sep 1969 in Richlands. Died of crib death at home 2 Nov 1969. Buried in Kelly Cem..

150.i. Millard[6] Honaker (Henry Wallace[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). On 26 Aug 2008 an obituary appeared in the Bluefield [W.Va.] Telegraph for Trula B. Hale, daughter of the late Millard and Victoria Matney Honaker. We are not certain that she was the daughter of this Millard, but at the time he was the only known Millard Honaker, and Trula’s residence was proximate to where Millard probably lived. On that basis, we are continuing his line as follows.

He married Victoria Matney. Children:

150.i. i. Thelma Marie[7]. Born 19 Jun 1939 in Big Creek, Logan Co., W.Va. ii. Earl. In 2013 he lived in Carbondale, Pa. He married Dorothy Unknown.

150.i. iii. Trula B. Born ca. 1927 in Buchanan Co., Va.iv. Arnold. In 2013 he lived in Aniston, Ala.

150.iii. Mary Rosa[6] Honaker (Henry Wallace[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married Samuel Keene. Born 7 Sep 1909 in McCarr, Ky. Died in Jul 1966. He lived most of his adult life near

War, McDowell Co., W.Va., and was a coal miner. A 1927 photograph of miners which includes him appeared in Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999. Children:

150.iii. i. Margaret Ann[7]. Born 21 May 1954 in War, McDowell Co., W.Va.

150.iv. Robert[6] Honaker (Henry Wallace[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Jun 1909. Died 13 Mar 1984. He lived in Cucumber, W.Va.

He married Hester Vest. Children:

150.iv. i. Virginia Evelyn[7].150.iv. ii. Patsy Diane.

151.ii. Garland Arthur[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Sep 1905. Died 1983. He lived in Worwurst, Va.

He married Evelyn Warner, daughter of Charles William Warner and Josephine Abigail Murray. Born 26 Dec 1917 in Kimball, W.Va. Died 14 Mar 2002 in Welch, W.Va. Buried in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell, W.Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 15 Mar 2002: Kimball—Evelyn Warner Honaker, 84, of P.O. Box 661, Kimball [W.Va.] 24853 (Carswell Addition), died early Thursday morning [14 Mar 2002] at Welch Community Hospital after a short illness. Born Dec. 26, 1917, in Kimball (King Carswell Addition), she was the daughter of the late Charles William and Josephine Abigail Murray Warner. She was of the Methodist faith, was a homemaker, and was a lifelong resident of the Kimball/King Carswell area. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Garland A. Honaker in 1983; one son, Garland A. Honaker Jr.; four sisters and three brothers. Survivors include one son, Charles Honaker and wife, Reba of Stewart Street, Welch; one grandson, Darren Honaker and wife, Patty of Eagle Rock, Va.; one granddaughter, Joi Honaker of Athens; one great-grandson, Christopher Honaker of Eagle Rock; several nieces and nephews; and a very special friend, Mary Richardson of Bumpass, Va., formerly of Big Four. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Widener Funeral Home Chapel in Kimball with the Rev. Brad Blanchard and Elder Everette Sigmon Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at the Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluewell. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6–9 p.m. Saturday. Nephews and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Children:

i. Garland Arthur[7] Jr. Born and died 1936 in Kimball, McDowell Co., W.Va., after living two months. Buried in Woodland Memorial Park, Bluewell, W.Va.

151.ii. ii. Charles John. Born 23 Sep 1938 in Kimball.

15l.ix. Mary Lee[6] Honaker (also Mary Lea) (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 17 Apr 1918. Died 23 Jul 1993. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem., Buchanan Co., Va. Different researchers said she lived in Grundy, Rowe, and Honaker, Va.

She married James Coy Hess, son of Fullen Hess and Mary A. Nuckles. Born 8 Nov 1908. Died 6 Apr 1989. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem.. He also married Mary Alice Street. Children (three more died as infants):

i. Dorsie[7]. Born 2 May 1935. Died 28 Apr 1987. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem.. He married Beulah Dane Boyd.

ii. Rayman.iii. Ella Mae. Born 8 Aug 1938. Died 16 Mar 2006. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem.. She married

Robert Lee Goetz.iv. Harvey.v. Carl.vi. Nelson.vii. Otis.viii. Ulla Faye.ix. Linda Kay.x. Della Gay.xi. David.xii. Anna Rae.xiii. Roger Lee. Born 7 Jan 1944. Died 29 Jan 1944. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem..xiv James Darrell. Born and died 5 Jul 1951. Buried in Nuckles-Hess Cem..

151.x. Samuel Hurley[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1919 in Keen Mountain, Va. Died 7 Jan 2002 in Elkton, Md. Buried in Essaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Jan 2002; Daily Telegraph, Bluefield, W.Va., 9 Jan 2004; [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 10 Jan 2002; Lebanon [Va.] News, 16 Jan 2002: Elkton, Md. – Mr. Samuel Hurley Honaker, 82, passed away Mon., Jan. 7, 2002, at his residence. Born Dec. 8, 1919, in Keen Mountain,Va., he was a son of the late John Harvey and Surrilda Keen Honaker. He was retired from General Motors Corp., Wilmington, Del., after 19 years of service. He had worked at Anchor Pontiac in Elkton. Prior to moving to Maryland, he was a coal miner. He attended Maranatha Baptist Church and enjoyed working on cars. In addition to his parents, Mr. Honaker was preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters. Survivors include three sons, Harry “Sam’’ Honaker of Royersford, Pa., John M. Honaker of North East, Md., and Brian M. Martin of Elkton; stepsons, William McSwain and George McSwain, both of Elkton; one sister, Eula Vannoy of Pikeville, Ky.; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and devoted companion, Alice Mae Reed. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Thursday in Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Phillip Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Essaw Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain, Va. Friends may call at Honaker Funeral Home Thursday from 10 a.m. until the funeral hour.

He married Unknown. Children:

i. Harry[7] (called Sam).151.x. ii. John M.

151.xi. Charles[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).

151.xii. Isaac Floyd[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1915. Died 6 Aug 1976.

He married Kathleen Ann Elkins. Born 1917. Died 2001. Children (only Kay, Carliss, and Betty Jean were mentioned in Donald’s obituary in 2015):

i. Mary Robin[7]. Born 1958. She married Unknown Campbell.ii. Shiela Ann. She married Unknown Spencer.

151.xii. iii. Donald Earl. Born 24 Aug 1941 in Bowman, Louisville, Ky.iv. Barbara Jean (also Betty Jean). She married Unknown Riechle.v. Evelyn. She married Unknown.vi. Carliss. Died before 2015.vii Kay. She married Unknown Parsons.

155.iii. Henry Bert[6] Keen (called Bert) (Maude Jane[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2] Martin[1]). Born ca. 1911 at Keen Mountain, Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Jul 1990 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 26 Jul 1990: Henry Bert Keen, 79, of Star Route, Grundy, died Wednesday at a Richlands hospital. Born at Keen Mountain, he was the son of the late Harve and Maudie Honaker Keen. He was a retired coal miner after 48 years, a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local 7025 of Harman and was a member of

Tookland Pentecostal Church. Survivors: wife, Garnett Rife Keen; sons, Buford Keen of Grundy; foster son, Cloyd Keen of Abingdon; brother, Elmer Keen of Dismal Route, Oakwood; sisters, Nell Endicott of Raven, Garnie McClanahan of Meadowview; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday at Buchanan County Funeral Home, Keen Mountain, with the Revs. Ancil Childress and Buford Smith officiating. Burial followed at Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill.

He married Garnett Rife. Children:

i. Buford[7]. ii. Cloyd (foster son).

155.xiv. Nellie Jane[6] Keen (Maude Jane[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 27 Jan 2006 in Richlands, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 28 Jan 2006; Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 2 Feb 2006; and Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 2006: Raven, Va.—Mrs. Nellie Jane Endicott, 87, of Raven, passed away Fri., Jan. 27, 2006 in a Richlands, Va. hospital. Born May 18, 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Maudie Jane Honaker Keen. She was of the Holiness faith. She was a life long resident of Buchanan County. She was a homemaker and loved to quilt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Montiville Endicott; four sons, Arville Endicott, Roger L. Endicott, Ronnie B. Endicott and Montiville Endicott Jr.; six brothers and three sisters. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family in her generation. She is survived by three daughters, Maudie Endicott of Knoxville, Tenn., Bonnie Meadows and husband Donald of Mountain Grove, and Naomi Janice Lester and husband Jerry of Thompson Valley, Va.; four sons, Freddie Endicott and wife Doris of Oakwood, Va., Lonnie Endicott and wife Lea of Pounding Mill, Va., Benny Endicott and wife Arbedella of Wardell, Va., and Delford Endicott and wife Shirley of Oakwood; two daughters-in-law, Janet Endicott Collins of Pilgrim Knob, Va. and Nikki Endicott of Knoxville; very special friend, Margaret Endicott; 18 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, 2006 at Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel in Keen Mountain, Va. with the Rev. Jack Ward, the Rev. Ancil Childress and the Rev. Steve Lester officiating. Burial will follow in the Esaw Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain. Pallbearers will be Kevin Meadows, Brad Meadows, Steven Lester, Joe Endicott, Dale Endicott, Scottie Endicott, Shane Endicott, Allen Endicott and Rodney Blankenship. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Blankenship, Mark Endicott, Eric Endicott, Bryan Endicott, Monte Endicott III, Dr. Kabaria and Dr. Stefanini. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. today with a service at 7 p.m. at Buchanan Funeral Service at Keen Mountain. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Buchanan Funeral Service is serving the Endicott family.

She married Montiville Endicott. Children:

i. Arville[7]. Died before 2006.ii. Roger L. Died before 2006.iii. Ronnie B. Died before 2006.iv. Montiville, Jr. Died before 2006.v. Maudie.vi. Bonnie. She married Donald Meadows.vii. Naomi Janice. She married Jerry Lester.viii. Freddie. He married Doris Unknown.ix. Lonnie. He married Lea Unknown.x. Benny. He married Arbedella Unknown.xi. Delford. He married Shirley Unknown.

155.xv. Elmer R.[6] Keen (Maude Jane[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1925 in Marvin, Va. Died 6 Apr 1998 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Matney Family Cem., Hale Creek, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 16 Apr 1998: Rev. Elmer R. Keen, 73, of the Hale Creek section of Buchanan County, died Mon., Apr. 6, 1998 in a Roanoke hospital following an extended illness. Born at Marvin, he was the son of the late Harve and Maudie Jane Honaker Keen. He was a retired coal operator and was co-pastor of the Hale Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Diane Keen; his stepmother, Serilda Horn Keen; eight brothers, Bert, Hobart, Arthur, Hurley, Milton, Jessie, Martin, and Emory Keen; and four sisters, Trula Keen, Oma Keen, Bessie Keen and Garnie McClanahan. He is survived by his wife, Marie Matney Keen; one daughter, Sylvia Rife of Oakwood; one sister, Nell Endicott of Raven; one granddaughter, two grandsons and two great-granddaughters. Funeral services were held Thurs., Apr. 9, 1998 at the Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Michael Trent and Rev. Buford Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Matney Family Cem. at Hale Creek. Military graveside rites were conducted by members of John Ratliff Post No. 164

of the American Legion and Childs Gentry V.F.W. Post No. 7360. Active pallbearers were nephews. Honorary pallbearers were Ralph Ratliff, Henry Farmer, Glen Smith, Ron Bales, Robert Burks, Buddy Fuller, M.G. O'Ferrel, Dr. V. Modi, Dr. K. Modi and Arthur Horn. Buchanan Funeral Service was in charge of all arrangements.

He married Marie Matney. Children:

i. Diane[7]. ii. Sylvia. She married Unknown Rife.

157.ii. Virgie[6] Keen (Hannah Louisa[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1912 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 19 Apr 1999 in Richmond, Va. Buried in Clinch Valley Cem., Richlands, Va.

[Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 29 Apr 1999: Virgie Keen, 87, of Claypool Hill, formerly of Buchanan County, died Mon., Apr. 19, 1999 in a Richmond hospital following a lengthy illness. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland (G.C.) and Hannah Honaker Keen. She was a member of Keen Mountain Pentecostal Holiness Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alvie Keen; one son, Coy Hassell Keen; one brother, Hufford Keen; and one sister, Tinia Matney. She is survived by one son, James C. Keen of Keen Mountain; two daughters, Ellen Simmons of Richmond and Mrs. Georgia Lester of Little Plymouth; four sisters, Vinie Boyd and Mae Vandyke, both of Keen Mountain, Mona Buttermore of Auburn, Ind., and Virginia Rife of Claypool Hill; nine grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services were held Friday at Cedar Bluff with the Revs. Randy Webb and T.A. Stump officiating. Burial followed in Clinch Valley Memorial Cem., Richlands. Pallbearers were family and friends.

She married Alvie Keen. Children:

i. James C.[7]. ii. Coy Hassell. Died before 1999.iii. Ellen. She married Unknown Simmons. iv. Unknown daughter. She married Georgie Lester.

157.v. Vinia[6] Keen (also Vina, Viney, and Vinie) (Hannah Louisa[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born ca. 1922. Died 14 Nov 2005 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Esau Rife Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 17 Nov 2005 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2005—Vinia Elizabeth Boyd, 83, of Keen Mountain, Va., died Nov. 14, 2005 in Buchanan General Hospital, Grundy, Va., following an extended illness. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Grover C. and Hannah Keen. She was a life-long resident of Buchanan County, a member of Keen Mountain Pentecostal Holiness Church and was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Burton Boyd, 3 Jun 1980; three sisters, Virgie Keen, Tinia Matney and Mona Buttermore; and one brother, Hufford M. Keen. She is survived by one daughter, Deborah Boyd Hager of Keen Mountain; one son, James Gregory and wife, Brenda Boyd, of Keen Mountain; two sisters, Reba Mae Vandyke of Marvin, Va., and Virginia Rife of Claypool Hill, Va.; two grandsons, several nieces and nephews. Services were at Keen Mountain Pentecostal Holiness Church, the Revs. Randy Webb, Ancil Childress and Jack Keen officiating. Burial was in Esau Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain. Active pallbearers were Jerry W. Hager, James A. Boyd, Brian Ratliff, Chris Ratliff, Sonny Riggsby, Randall Rasnake and Larry Mullins. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. H. Patel, Dr. V. Modi, Dr. K. Modi, Ben Ratliff, Joe Ratliff, Steve Vandyke, staff of Heritage Hall and Buchanan General fourth floor nursing staff. Expressions of sympanhy may be made in the form of donations to Gift of Love, Box 369, Oakwood, VA 24631 or Heritage Hall Nursing Home “Residential Fund,” Rt. 5 Box 104, Grundy, VA 24614. Grundy Funeral Home was in charge.

She married James Burton Boyd. Died 3 Jun 1980. Children:

i. Deborah[7]. She married Unknown Hager.

157.vi. Reba Mae[6] Keen (called Mae) (Hannah Louisa[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 9 Aug 1924 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 26 Jan 2006. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 27 Jan 2006; Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 2 Feb 2006: Raven [Va.]—Mrs. Reba Mae Keen Vandyke, age 81, of Route 1, left this world for her heavenly home on Thurs., Jan. 26, 2006. Born Aug. 9, 1924, in Buchanan Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late G.C. and Hannah (Honaker) Keen of Keen Mountain. She was a well-loved member of the Keen Mountain Pentecostal Holiness Church. She was a homemaker with a passion for family and friends and loved all animals. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Gus D. Vandyke; one special grandson, Dr. Jonathan Rasnake; one brother, Hufford Keen; and four sisters, Virgie Keen, Tinia Matney, Mona Buttermore and Vinia Boyd. Survivors include one daughter, Freda S. Rasnake and husband Randall of Richlands; one sister, Virginia Rife of Pounding Mill; and special caregiver, niece, Ellen K. Simmons. Funeral services will

be conducted at 1 p.m. Sat., Jan. 28, 2006, at Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel in Keen Mountain, with the Rev. Jack Keene and the Rev. Randy Webb officiating. Burial will follow in the Esaw Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain. Pallbearers will be James C. Keen, Mike Bradley, Larry Mullins, Doug Ratliff, Mark Ratliff, Ricky Lester and Tony Rife. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Ratliff, Joe Ratliff, Brian Ratliff, Chris Ratliff, Dr. Ramon Motos, Dr. Jose Piriz and Kathy Justus, FNP. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Buchanan Funeral Service in Keen Mountain, with a service at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Keen Mountain Pentecostal Holiness Church, P.O. Box 679, Keen Mountain, VA 24624. Special thanks to Preferred Home Health and Hospice of Richlands. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.singletonfuneralservice.com. Buchanan Funeral Service is serving the Vandyke family.

She married Gus D. Vandyke. Children:

157.vi. i. Freda Simmons.[7]

157.ii. Mona[6] Keen (Hannah Louisa[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Oct 1919 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 25 Jan 2002 in Auburn, Ind. Buried in Fairfield Cem., Corunna, Ind.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 27 Jan 2002: Auburn, Ind.—Mona Deskins Buttermore, 82, died at 10 a.m., Jan. 25, 2002 at her home in Auburn. Born Oct. 13, 1919 in Buchanan Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Hannah Louisa (Honaker) Keen. She retired from Cooper Tire Industrial Products in 1977, and was a member of Souls Harbor Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her first spouse, Otis Harvey Deskins, married Oct. 16, 1937 in Buchanan County, died Oct. 22, 1956; second spouse, Howard Buttermore, married July 31, 1970, died Sept. 5, 1975; one daughter, Brenda Gail Deskins; one brother, Hufford Keen; and two sisters, Virgie Keen and Tina Matney. Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, Billy Deskins, and Joseph and Wendy Deskins, all of Auburn; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Joyce and Milton Ratliff, and Juanita and Denver Colley, all of Auburn, Lois and Don High of Corunna, Ind., and Joan Deskins of Garrett, Ind.; three sisters, Vina Boyd of Keen Mountain, Va., Mae Vandyke of Raven, Va., and Virginia Rife of Pounding Mill, Va.; nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at Souls Harbor Assembly of God Church of Auburn with the Rev. David Snodderly officiating. Burial will follow at Fairfield Cem., Corunna. Friends may call at Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo, Ind. from 2–4 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to Souls Harbor Assembly of God, Auburn. E-mail condolences to sympathy@fellerfuneralhome.net.

She married, first, Otis Harvey Deskins 16 Oct 1937 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 22 Oct 1956. Children:

i. Brenda Gail[7]. Died before 2002.ii. Billy.iii. Joseph. He married Wendy Unknown.iv. Joyce. Married Milton Ratliff.v. Juanita. Married Denver Colley.vi. Lois. Married Don High.vii. Joan.

She married, second, Howard Buttermore 31 Jul 1970. Died 5 Sep 1975.

158.viii. Virginia[6] Honaker (Henry Wallace[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married Hufford Estel Riffe, son of Boyd Rife and Unknown, ca. 1954. Born ca. 1929. Died 13 Sep 2001 in

Richlands, Va. Buried in Essau Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 14 Sep 2001 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 20 Sep 2001: Claypool

Hill, Va.—Hufford Estel Rife, 72, of Claypool Hill passed away with his family by his side on Thurs., Sept. 13, 2001 in a Richlands, Va. hospital following a lengthy illness. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., he was the son of the late Boyd Rife and Mrs. Edgar Bucklen Rife of Claypool Hill. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served in the Korean conflict and was a member of the John Ratliff Post 164 of the American Legion. He was a retired employee of Jewell Smokeless Coal Corp. and was a member of New Hope Assembly Church. He was a member of the Clinch Valley Auto Club and won numerous awards with his restored 1966 Ford pickup. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Homer Charles Rife; and one sister, Leona Fern Rife. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mrs. Virginia Honaker Rife; one son, Tony Rife of Cedar Bluff, Va.; one daughter, Dr. Susie Mullins and son-in-law, Larry of Richlands; four grandsons, Ben Rife, Jacob Rife, Larry Mullins Jr., and David Mullins; three sisters, Mrs. Ernest (Marie) Meadows of Belfast, Va., Mrs. Leonard (Creta) Horn of Claypool Hill, Mrs. Arlin (Madge) Vandyke of Marvin, Va.; and a host of friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at the New Hope Assembly Church at Claypool Hill with the Revs. Claudie Throgmartin, Jack Keen, and Bob Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Esau Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va. John Ratliff Post 164 of the American Legion will conduct military graveside rites. Pallbearers will be Larry Honaker, Jerry Honaker, Andy Simmons, Charlie Simmons, Cecil Davis, and Ricky Charles Lester. Honorary pallbearers will be Walt Short,

Gene Elswick, Ralph Shortridge, Leck Boyd, Harold Harrison, Ron Harman, Dr. Jose Piriz, Dr. Toeya Piriz, and employees of Jewell Smokeless Coal Corp. The family will receive friends at the Singleton Funeral Service in Cedar Bluff from 6–9 today and one hour prior to services at the church.

Children:

i. Tony[7].ii. Susie. Married Unknown Mullinsiii. Unknown daughter. Died before 2001. Married Larry Unknown.

159.ii. Hannah[6] Honaker (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She was murdered in Chicago, Ill.

She married Clifford Hawkins. Killed in a motor vehicle accident. Children:

i. Charles Leon[7] (called Leon). In 2001 he lived in Alabama.ii. Robert Lee. In 2001 he lived in Chicago.iii. Clifford Jr. (called Tippy) Died of a heart attack in 1999. He married Nancy Lawson.

159.iii. Ellen Mae[6] Honaker (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1926 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 29 Jul 2004 in Pilgrim Knob, Va. Buried in Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 31 Jul 2004 (with photograph); [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 5 Aug 2004: Pilgrim Knob, Va.—Mrs. Ellen Mae Honaker Keen Johnson, 78, of Pilgrim Knob, passed away Thurs., July 29, 2004 at her home following a long illness. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Hobart and Elizabeth Mullins Honaker. She was a member of the Pilgrim Knob Church of God. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her late husband, Garland B. Johnson; two sisters, Hannah Hawkins and Lorene Honaker; and four brothers, Herman Honaker, Sherman Honaker, Marion Honaker and Bill Honaker. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Nellie Smith and husband Russ of Tazewell, Va., Mrs. Betty Jackson and husband Jake of Pounding Mill, Va.; two sons, Garrett Keen and wife Dawn of Waterloo, Ind., and Charles Keen of Portsmouth, Va.; two brothers, Les Honaker of Tazewell, Va., and George Honaker of Hurley, Va.; three sisters, Marie Mullins of Slate Creek, Va., Mildred Hess of Tazewell, and Thelma Murphy of Mavisdale, Va.; six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday in the Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel at Keen Mountain, Va., with the Revs. Troy Lester, Charles Hubbard, Junior Rife and Brandon Curtis officiating. Burial will follow in the Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain. Pallbearers will be Chan Smith, Michael Keen, Howard North, David Steele, Larry Thompson and Steve Keen. The family will receive friends at the Buchanan Funeral Service at Keen Mountain from 6–9 p.m. today. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice & Palliative Care of Virginia, P.O. Box 349, Norton, VA 24273. On-line condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Buchanan Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

She married, first, Otis Keene. They divorced. Children:

i. Garrett[7]. He married Dawn Unknown.ii. Charles.iii. Willie. Died before 2002.iv. Betty. She married Jake Jackson.v. Nellie. She married Russ Smith.

She married, second, Garland B. Johnson, son of Ray Johnson and Ida Parker, in 1985. Born ca. 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 27 Jun 2002 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 30 Jun 2002: Pilgrims Knob, Va.—Garland B. Johnson, age 84, passed away Thurs., June 27, 2002, in a Richlands hospital following a brief illness. Born in Buchanan County, Va., he was a son of the late Ray and Ida Parker Johnson. He was a member of Pilgrims Knob Church of God. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters, Marsha (Penny) Akers and Robin (Tina) Riley; and three sons, Eulis Johnson, Ray Johnson and Jerry Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Ellen Honaker Johnson; five daughters, Mrs. Betty Blankenship of Galax, Mrs. Dorothy “Sissy” Wolford of Nashville, Mrs. Patricia Stiltner of Grundy, Mrs. Brenda Lloyd of Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Helen Matney Lane of Bristol, Va.; one son, James Johnson of Galax; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Betty Jackson and husband Jake of Richlands and Mrs. Nellie Smith and husband Charles of Tazewell, Va.; two stepsons, Garrett Keen and wife Dawn of Waterloo, Ind., and Charles Keen of Norfolk, Va.; two sisters, Stella Adkins of Contrary, Va., and Joy Johnson of Hurley, Va.; two brothers, Elwood Parker and Lloyd Parker, both of Williamson, W.Va.; very special granddaughter, Tammy Jackson; and several grandchildren; great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren and nieces and

nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sun., June 30, 2002, in the Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel in Keen Mountain, Va., with Rev. Troy Lester, Rev. Charles Hubbard and Rev. Junior Rife officiating. Burial will follow in the Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain, Va. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends at Buchanan Funeral Service in Keen Mountain, Va., Saturday from 6–9 p.m. with services at 7 p.m. Buchanan Funeral Service in Keen Mountain is serving the Johnson family.

159.v. Thelma[6] Honaker (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 1928.She married, first, Burlie Estile Keene, son of Cam Keene and Alta Ann Horn. Killed in a coal mining accident Dec

1962. Born 1922.Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 28 Jun 2007: The Good Old Days (with photograph): cutline: Inducted

into the U.S. Army in January 1943, Burlie E. Keene served with the 3512th [Ordnance] Maintenance Company in the European Theater. After receiving many medals and honors, Keene was honorably discharged in November 1945. He married Thelma Honaker a year later and had six children, Burlie E. Keene, Jr. (deceased), Thelma Loucille Keene Sheets, Mary Alice Keene Hampton, Jackie Ray Keene (deceased), Patsy Ann Keene and Michael Wayne Keene. He was killed in a coal mining accident at Jewell Valley in December 1962. Submitted by Patsy Ann Keene, of Oakwood.

Children:

i. Thelma Lucille[7]. Born 29 Dec 1948 in Richlands, Va. Died 24 Feb 2008 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Va. She married Unknown Sheets. The children listed in

her obituary do not have his surname and her relationship to them is undetermined.Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 26 Feb 2008 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va.,

28 Feb 2008: Pilgrim’s Knob—Thelma Lucille (Lucy) Keene Sheets, 59, of Pilgrim’s Knob, died Sun., Feb. 24, 2008 in a Bristol, Tenn. hospital. Born Dec. 29, 1948 in Richlands, she was

the daughter of Thelma Honaker Murphy, of Mavisdale, and the late Burlie Estile Keene, Sr. She was a member of the Prayer Warrior House Church at Mavisdale. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Burlie Estile Keene, Jr. and Jack Ray Keene. In addition to her mother, she is survived by one son, Mark Van Fossen and wife, Tanya, of Lancaster, Ohio; one daughter, Julie Hawkins of Lancaster; two sisters, Mary Hampton and husband, Gary of Pilgrim’s Knob and Patsy Keene and husband, Coy, of Clifton Fork; one brother, Michael Keene and wife, Lynn, of Bartley, W.Va.; two grandchildren, Sean Hawkins and Sophia Van Fossen. Services were held Wed., Feb. 27 at Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel at Keen Mountain, with the Rev. Leonard Meadows and Brother Jack Ward officiating. Burial followed in the Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain. Pallbearers were family and friends. Buchanan Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

ii. Burlie Estile Jr. Born ca. 1949. Died in a swimming accident in 1965 in Pilgrims Knob, Va.159.v. iii. Patsy Ann. Born 1955.

iv. Mary Alice. She married Gary Hampton.159.v. v. Jack Ray

vi. Michael Wayne. He married Lynn Unknown and had unknown children.

She married, second, Jim Zarbough. He died.She married, third, James E. Murphy, son of Bud Murphy and Rosa Belle Looney. Born ca. 1914 in Buchanan Co.,

Va. Died 11 Dec 2000 in Grundy, Va. Buried Clinch Valley Cem., Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 13 Dec 2000 and [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 14 Dec 2000: James E.

Murphy, 86, of Mavisdale, Va., died Mon., Dec. 11, 2000 in Buchanan General Hospital, Grundy, Va., following an extended illness. Born in Buchanan County, he was the son of the late Bud and Rosa Belle Looney Murphy. He was co-owner and general manager of Ben Franklin Stores in Iaeger and Bradshaw, W.Va., for many years, a 32nd degree Mason, Past Master of Iaeger Masonic Lodge 148, Past District Deputy Grand Master of 6th Masonic District, Past Patron Lotus Chapter Eastern Star, Past Director McDowell Shrine Club, member of Beni Kedem Shrine Temple, former director McDowell Library, former director Welch March of Dimes Chapter, former Iaeger Town Councilman, past president of Iaeger Rotary Club, past chairman and trustee of Iaeger Methodist Church and many other activities. He was a retired miner and of the Methodist faith. Mr. Murphy is survived by his wife, Thelma Honaker Murphy of Mavisdale, three stepdaughters: Lucy Sheets of Pilgrim Knob, Va., Mary Hampton of Pilgrim Knob and Patsy Keen of Whitewood, Va.; one sister: Lucy Adkins of Yelm, Wash.; two stepsons: Jack Keen of Wirtz, Va., and Michael Keen of English, W.Va.; 17 step-grandchildren; and 16 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Leah Viers Murphy; his second wife, Hill Murphy; one daughter; one son; four brothers; and one sister. Funeral services will be conducted Thur., Dec. 14, 2000, at 1 p.m. at the

Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Leonard Meadows officiating with burial to follow in the Clinch Valley Memorial Cem., Richlands, Va. Friends may call at Grundy Funeral Home Chapel Wednesday evening at 5 p.m. Active pallbearers: members of Prayer Warrior House. Honorary pallbearers: Coy Keen, Jack Keen, Michael Keen, Gary Hampton, Hurley Ratliff, Joel Burks, Tim Hess, Harold Creed and Dr. V. Modi. There will be services at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Grundy Funeral Home of Grundy Va. is in charge of all arrangements.

159.vi. George Hassell[6] Honaker (called George) (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Kathy Nipper. They divorced. Children:

i. Hassell[7].ii. Gary.iii. Debbie.

159.vii. Leslie Clayton[6] Honaker (called Leslie) (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). In 1991, he lived in Tazewell, Va.

He married, first, Carol Cole. They divorced. She later married Evans Robinson, who had been married to Myrtle Mae Wilson and had two children in that marriage, Diane and Terry. Carol and Evans lived in Butler, Tenn., at the time of his death, 12 Jul 1988. In 1991 she was still living there. Children (of Leslie and Carol):

159.vii. i. Dwayne[7].

He married, second, Bridgett Unknown. Children:

ii. David. In 1991, he lived in Tazewell, Va. iii. Matthew. In 1991, he lived in Tazewell, Va. iv. Shannon. In 1991, he lived in Tazewell, Va.

159.ix. Marie[6] Honaker (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married Burton Mullins. In 1989 they lived in Stacy, Va. Children:

i. Greta Danette[7]. She married Jonathan Eugene Sexton, son of Elmer John Sexton of Little Prater, Va., 29 Apr 1989, at Buchanan First Presbyterian Church, Grundy, Va. A wedding photograph and story appeared in the Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 1 Jun 1989. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Curtis Stacy. Angela Pike, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. The bride’s brother, Jeffery, was an usher. Shannon Honaker, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer. The newspaper story said the bride and groom were graduates of Grundy High School, the bride was employed by Prime Health Care in Vansant, Va., and the groom was employed by Rife Chevrolet Sales in Grundy, Va. After a short wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple planned to reside in Little Prater, Va.

ii. Jeffery Burton (called Jeffery).

159.x. Mildred Jean[6] Honaker (called Midge) (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).She married Ernest Hess. Children:

i. Angela[7].ii. Ernest (called Ernie).

161.i. Vernie Denver[6] Honaker (James Monteville[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 May 1908 in Pomeroyton, Menifee Co., Ky. Died 26 Jun 1984 in Middletown, Ohio.

He married Emma Eunice Lovelace. Born 25 Dec 1910. Died 8 Oct 1974 in Middletown, Ohio. Children:

161.i. i. Lucille B.[7] Born 22 Nov 1928 in Pomeroyton, Menifee Co., Ky.161.i. ii. Pauline Ann. Born 31 Mar 1930 in Minifee County.

iii. Grace. Born 24 Feb 1932. Died before 2013. She married Unknown Combs.iv. Reva (called Nannie). Born 1 May 1933. Died 8 Dec 1982. She married Unknown Centers.v. J.B. Born 15 Aug 1935. Died before 2013.vi. Jean. Born 21 Jun 1940. In 2013 she lived in Camden, Ohio. She married Unknown Ross.

161.ii. Marion Lilbern [6] Honaker (James Monteville[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 May 1911. He was living in 1999.

He married Pearl Lawson ca. 1938. They divorced in 1964. Children:

i. Reva[7]. ii. Charlotte. iii. Kay. iv. Jimmy. v. Vickie. vi. Karen.

161.iii. Eunice May[6] Honaker (James Monteville[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Mar 1921. She was living in 1999.

She married Clifton Young Jr. 14 Oct 1944 in Covington, Ky. Born 27 Sep 1924. Died 9 Jul 1990 in Middletown, Ohio. Children:

161.iii. i. Emma Lois[7]. Born 16 Mar 1946. ii. Dennis James. Born 26 Oct 1960 in Bellflower, Calif.

162.ii. Elzie[6] Honaker (Isaac Henry[5], Isaac Lilbern[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Mar 1908 near Frankfurt, Ky. Died in Jun 1986 in Claremore, Okla. He moved to Oklahoma with his family ca. 1922.

He married Vinnie Unknown. Children:

i. Donald Lee[7].

168.ii. Thomas Trent[6] Honaker (Thomas Lilbern[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Born 9 May 1921 in Zebulon, Pike Co., Ky. Died 27 Jul 2014 in Dayton, Ohio. Interred in Memorial Burial Park Mausoleum, Wheelersburg, Scioto Co., Ohio.

Dayton [Ohio] Daily News, 29 Jul 2014 and Daily Times, Portsmouth, Ohio, 30 Jul 2014: Thomas T. Honaker, D.D.S., age 93 of Dayton passed away Sun., July 27, 2014 at his residence. Thomas was born on May 9, 1921 in Zebulon, Ky., to Thomas L. and Gertrude Thompson Honaker. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Elizabeth Kuhns Honaker; children, Carol (Darrell) Holbrook and David T. Honaker; three sisters, Peg Fleser, Eleanor Armintrout and Geneva Damron; five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; and many dear friends. He was a graduate of Portsmouth High School and The Ohio State University. Served in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army during WWII. Thomas practiced dentistry in the Portsmouth area for over 40 years and was a member of the American Dental Society. Friends may call from 3 to 4 p.m., Thurs., July 31, 2014 at West Carrolton Nazarene Church, 550 S. Elm St., West Carrollton, OH 45449, with the funeral service at 4 p.m. Pastor Bryan Heil officiating. Private entombment Memorial Burial Park Mausoleum, Wheelersburg, Ohio. Condolences may be made to www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.

He married Elizabeth Kuhns, daughter of Bert Kuhns and Lizzie Unknown. Born 13 Jun 1920 in Amesville, Athens Co., Ohio. Died 7 Apr 2016 in Dayton, Ohio. Interred in Memorial Burial Park Mausoleum, Wheelersburg, Ohio.

Dayton [Ohio] Daily News, 10 Apr 2016: Elizabeth A. Honaker, age 95 of Dayton, passed away Thurs., Apr. 7, 2016 at her residence. Elizabeth was born on June 13, 1920 in Amesville, Ohio to Bert and Lizzie Kuhns. She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Thomas Honaker, D.D.S. in 2014. She is survived by her children, Carol (Darrell) Holbrook and David Honaker; three sisters-in-law, Peg Fleser, Eleanor Armintrout, and Geneva Damron; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and many dear friends. She was trained as a registered nurse in Zanesville, Ohio. Friends may call from 5 to 6 p.m. on Mon., Apr. 11, 2016 at West Carrollton Nazarine Church, 550 South Elm St., West Carrollton, OH 45449. Funeral services will follow the visitation beginning at 6 p.m. with Rev. Bryan Heil officiating. Entombment will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Memorial Burial Park Mausoleum in Wheelersburg, Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Hospice of Dayton, 325 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH 45420.

Children:

i. Carol[7]. She married Darrell Holbrook.ii. David T.

168.iv. Clare Margaret[6] Honaker (called Peg) (Thomas Lilbern[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]).

She married Carl L. Fleser, son of Mike and Mary A. (Lazar) Fleser, June 15, 1958. Born 16 Jan 1932 in Waverly, Ohio. Died 24 Sep 2012 in Waverly, Ohio. Buried in Evergreen Union Cem., Waverly.

Chillicothe [Ohio] Gazette, 27 Sep 2012: Waverly—Carl L. Fleser, 80, of State Route 335, Waverly, Ohio, died 11:38 p.m. Monday at his residence. Carl was born Jan. 16, 1932 in Waverly, Ohio, the son of the late Mike Fleser and Mary A. (Lazar) Fleser. He was united in marriage to Clare M. Peg (Honaker) Fleser on 15 June 1958, who survives; also surviving are a son, Carl Roger Fleser and wife Jacqueline of Sunbury, Ohio; two daughters, Renee Louise Allen of San Antonio, Texas and Rebecca Ann Gill and husband Matthew of Galena, Ohio; five grandchildren, Lauren Elizabeth and Thomas Michael Fleser, Carly Renee, James Ryan and Nicholas Andrew Allen; two sisters, Olympia Henson and husband David of Galesburg, Mich., and Mary Ann Dettis and husband Weyandt of Akron, Ohio. Carl attended Waverly Grace United Methodist Church, was a graduate of Waverly High School, Class of 1950 and was a lifetime farmer. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict having served in the U. S. Army, member of Orient Lodge #321 F&AM, member of the Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite, and a member of Aladdin Shrine, Columbus, Ohio, former board member of Pike County Soil Conservation District and Pike County Landmark and a former member of the First National Bank Board of Directors.Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Sat., Sept. 29, 2012 at the Boyer Funeral Home in Waverly, Ohio, with Rev. David Burris and Rev. Dan Evory officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Union Cem., Waverly. Friends may call at the funeral home 4–8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m.. until the service hour on Saturday. Orient Lodge #321 F&AM, will conduct Masonic services 7 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to Waverly Grace United Methodist Church, Family Life Center or 4-H Building Fund c/o OSU Extension, 313 Mill St., Piketon, OH 45661.

Children:

i. Carl Roger[7]. He married Jacqueline Unknown.ii. Renee Louise. She married Unknown Allen.iii. Rebecca Ann. She married Matthew Gill.

169.ii. Earl[6] Norman (Dovie[5], John M.[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Jan 1933 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 19 Apr 2007 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Annie E. Young Cem., Pikeville.

News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 21 Apr 2007: Earl Norman, 74, of Ashcamp, died Thurs., Apr. 19, 2007 at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born in Pike County Jan. 27, 1933, a son of the late Ike and Dovie Honaker Norman. He was a coal miner and member of the [United Mine Workers of America.] He was preceded in death by his wife, Fayetta Norman; and one son, Palmer Stevie Norman. He is survived by two sons, Dennis Norman of Ashcamp and Danna Norman of Ruthledge, Tenn.; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., Apr. 21, at the Bailey Funeral Home Chapel with Edgar Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in the Annie E. Young Cem., Chloe Road. Arrangements are under direction of Bailey Funeral Home of Elkhorn City.

He married Fayetta Unknown. Died before 2007. Children:

i. Palmer Stevie[7]. Died before 2007.ii. Dennis.iii. Danna.

170.i. Pansy[6] Honaker (Nicholas[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Oct 1913 in Honaker, Va. Died May 1987 in Marion, Smyth Co., Va. (also reported as Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va.)

She married, first, Ira Fife. Children:

i. Ira[7], Jr. ii. Earnest Lee. Born 12 Oct 1913. Died May 1987.

She married, second, Unknown Tibbs.

170.ii. Grace[6] Honaker (Nicholas[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1912. Died 2 Apr 1967 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Buried in Mt. Vernon.

She married Stephen Bartok. Children:

i. Barbara[7].ii. Maryann.iii. Donald.

iv. Irene.

170.iii. Walter Howard[6] Honaker (Nicholas[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 May 1906. Died 24 Dec 1980. His obituary appeared in the Lebanon [Va.] News.

He married Bessie Ann Maxfield, daughter of Samuel W. Maxfield and Ida Belle Artrip, 15 May 1930. Born 8 Jul 1915. Died 27 Oct 1992. Her obituary appeared in the Lebanon [Va.] News.

Children (all born in Honaker, Va.):

170.iii. i. Mary Margaret. Born 19 Jan 1933.170.iii. ii. Betty Jo. Born 1 May 1937.

iii. Sammie Howard. Born 1 Jul 1942 in Russell Co., Va. Died 6 Aug 2016 in Greensboro, Guilford Co., N.C. Buried in Gilmore Memorial Park, Greensboro.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 31 Aug 2016, with photograph: Pleasant Garden [N.C.]—Rev.

Sammie Howard Honaker, 74, passed away on Sat., Aug. 6, 2016, at Moses Cone Hospital. Rev. Sammie Howard Honaker who was a native of Russell County was born on July 1, 1942. He was a graduate of Honaker High School in 1963 and had been employed by Kayo, Piggly Wiggly, Food City and a pastor of Homeville Church of God, also, a broadcast of “Voice of Deliverance” on the radio. He moved to North Carolina in 1985, working for Environmental Air until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Guilda Sue Honaker, his parents Walter H. and Bessie A. Honaker, a sister, Betty Joe Hess and several brothers-in-law. Rev. Honaker is survived by one sister, Mary M. Miller of Johnson City, Tenn., a brother, James W. Honaker and wife (Gnett) of Lebanon, Va., and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank each and everyone for the special prayers, kind words, and phone calls. He will be missed by everyone that knew him, greatly. A funeral service was held at 12 p.m. on Mon., Aug. 8, 2016 at Pleasant Garden Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Sam Absher and Rev. Dan Absher officiating. Interment followed at Gilmore Memorial Park. The family received friends for an hour prior to the service at the church. Forbis and Dick Pleasant Garden Chapel served the Honaker family. Online condolences may be offered at www.forbisanddick.com.

He married Guilda Sue Absher. Died before 2016. There were no children.iv. James Walter[7]. Born 13 Feb 1949. In 2013 he lived in Lebanon, Va. He married Teresa Gnett

Barton. There were no children.

170.v. Ula[6] Honaker (called Dude) (Nicholas[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Oct 1918. Died 16 Mar 1997 in Mt. Vernon, Richland Co., Ohio. Buried in Mt. Vernon.

She married Clyde Wilson (called Jay). Children:

i. Clyde A.[7] Died 1998 in Mt. Vernon.ii. Mildred Ann (called Mill Ann.) In 2013 she lived in Ohio.

171.iii. Clyde Shaufner[6] Honaker (John Michael[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1906. He and his family lived in Berwind, W.Va.

He married Iris Smith. Born in 1909. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

i. Clyde Shaufner[7], Jr.ii. Unknown.

171.vii. Flossie[6] Honaker (John Michael[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jan 1918. Died 18 Jun 1981. Buried in Hartwell, W.Va.

She married, first, Clyde Lawson. Children:

i. Tracy[7]. He married Jay Unknown.

She married, second, Virgil Williams. Children:

ii. Michael Wayne (called Chin). Born 9 Jul 1953 in Welch, W.Va. Died 30 Jul 2010.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 31 Jul 2010: War—Michael Wayne (Chin) Williams, 57, of War, W.Va., left his family to be with the Lord on July 30, 2010. Born July 9, 1953 in Welch, W.Va., he was the son of the late Virgil Williams and the late Flossie (Honaker) Lawson. Michael was a former employee for the City of War. He had attended the Assembly of God Church in War, W.Va. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda (Stanley) Williams; one son, Michael Deutsch; two brothers, Tom Williams and Jimmy Bandy. He will be sadly missed by his five sisters, Helen Walker, husband Ted of Lockbourne, Ohio, Karen Dillon, husband Jackie of War, W.Va., Linda Stevenson, husband Jimmy of Depew, N.Y., Terry Deskins, husband Hobart, War, W.Va., and Debbie Harris, husband David of North Carolina; five brothers, Tracy Lawson, wife Jay of Warrenton, N.C., Bill Williams, of War, W.Va., Johnny Williams, wife Beverly of Orlando, Fla., Curtis Williams, wife Carol of New York, Jerry Williams, wife Sandy of Alaska; special love, Jean Deutsch; special companion, Lisa Bolen; special friend, M.T. Morgan. Friends may call from 6–8 p.m. on Sun., Aug. 1, 2010 at the Assembly of God Church in War, W.Va. Condolences may be sent to www.roselawnfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Roselawn Funeral Home, 450 Courthouse Road, Princeton, W.Va.

iii. Tom.iv. Helen. She married Ted Walker.v. Karen. She married Jackie Dillon.vi. Linda. She married Jimmy Stevenson.vii. Terry. She married Hobart Deskins.viii. Debbie. She married David Harris.ix. Bill.x. Johnny. He married Beverly Unknown.xi. Curtis. He married Carol Unknown.xii. Jerry. He married Sandy Unknown

173.iv. Henry Lewis[6] Stump (Dora[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Mar 1927 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 2 Feb 2000 at home in Honaker, Va. Buried in Frank Smith Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Feb 2000: Mr. Henry Lewis Stump, age 72, of Honaker, Va., passed away Wed., Feb. 2, 2000, at his home. Born March 29, 1927 in Buchanan Co., Va., he was a son of the late William and Dora Honaker Stump. He had spent most of his life in the Honaker area and was formerly a coal miner for Runyon Coal Company. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Ralph Edward Stump and Charles Luther Stump, one sister, Kathleen Stump, and two brothers, Carl Stump and Claude Stump. Survivors include his wife of 50 years eight months and three days, Eula Barton Stump of the home; five daughters, Bonnie Hess and Jennifer Deskins, both of Honaker, Va., Dora Mae Fields of Hansonville, Va., Judy Kathleen Stiltner of Cleveland, Va., and Marie Dingus of Key West, Fla.; three sons, Carter William Stump of Beckley, W.Va., Lewis Stump of Honaker, and Henry Stump of Dillwyn, Va.; fourteen grandchildren and ten great-great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Carson Powers and Rev. Clyde Lambert officiating. Interment followed in the Frank Smith Cem. on Big A Mountain, Va. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

He married Eula Barton. Children:

i. Ralph Edward[7].ii. Charles Luther.iii. Carter William.iv. Lewis.v. Henry.vi. Bonnie. She married Unknown Hess.vii. Jennifer. She married Unknown Deskins.viii. Dora Mae. She married Unknown Fields.ix. Judy Kathleen. She married Unknown Stiltner.x. Marie. She married Unknown Dingus.

177.i. Cordle Patton[6] Hess (also reported as Patton S.) (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Oct 1885. Died 22 Feb 1954.

He married Eliza Jane Cox, daughter of Lowry Cox and Leah J. Fletcher, 2 Oct 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Born 9 Jun 1893. Died 18 Nov 1987. Children:

i. Mary[7]. Born and died in 1914. 177.i. ii. Bertha Fogleman. 177.i. iii. William (called Bill). Born in 1918. 177.i. iv. Harry Whited. Born 31 Mar 1920. 177.i. v. Joseph (called Joe). Born in 1922. 177.i. vi. Iris Gallyfriend. 177.i. vii. Lena Lucy.

viii. Walter James. He married Janice Mahone. Born 6 Oct 1941. Died 21 May 1997. 177.i. ix. Ruby Beatrice. Born 15 Jan 1931.

x. Emma. She married Fred Franklin White, son of George Franklin White and Sallie Melonie Tuggle.

xi. Wilson Charles. Born in 1937. He married Oma Lee Hess, daughter of Gilmer Hess and Astor (also seen as Aston) Adams.

177.ii. Robert James[6] Hess (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Nov 1888. Died 10 Nov 1959.

He married Eva Newberry, daughter of Charles Newberry and Alice Unknown, 14 Aug 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Born 3 Jan 1892. Children:

i. Viola Ocie[7]. She married Unknown Coleman.ii. Glenward Garland.iii. Garnett Grady.

177.iii. Elbert[6] Hess (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1889.He married Margaret Newberry, daughter of Charles Newberry and Alice Unknown, 10 Mar 1910 in Russell Co.,

Va. Born 1891. Children:

177.iii. i. Altie Marie[7]. ii. Charles Graham. Born 2 Apr 1917. Died 28 Jan 1981. He married Eunice Graybeal. iii. Clarence. Died in infancy. iv. Elsie May. She married Jacob Carl Vance. v. Raleigh Garland. Born Feb 1924. He married Margie Marie Elswick. vi. Virgil Lee Jacob. He married, first, Shirley Newberry. He married, second, Florence Smith.

177.iv. Etta[6] Hess (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1895. She married Charles Anderson Newberry, son of John S. Newberry and Caroline Unknown, 25 Jan 1912 in Russell

Co., Va. Born 24 Apr 1886. Children:

i. Celina Rosina[7]. She married Unknown Lowe. ii. Laura Adafair. Died 29 Jun 1960.

177.x. Anna C.[6] Hess (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1906. She married Nathan Taylor. Born 1900. Children:

224.viii. i. Flossie[7]. Born 9 Jul 1936 in Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Dec 2013 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va. She married Fay Stuart[6] Hess (Martin[1]). Their children continue under his listing.

181.viii. John Verlin[6] Honaker (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born at home 23 Mar 1923 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Apr 1983 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. He was a coal miner. His brother Homer’s obituary said that John was then living in Mavisdale, Va.

He married Edith Pearl Keene, daughter of Luther Keene and Bessie Presley, 23 Mar 1945 in the Grundy, Va., Court House. Born at home 15 Mar 1925 in Garden Creek, Buchanan Co., Va. Children:

181.viii. i. Phyllis Jean[7]. Born 28 Jun 1948. 181.viii. ii. Dennis Wayne (called Denny). Born 11 Mar 1954.

181.ix. Homer C.[6] Honaker (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died before 1983 in Lebanon, Va.Unknown newspaper and date: Honaker, Va.—Homer C. Honaker, 53, died Wednesday in a Lebanon, Va., hospital.

He was a native of Russell Co., Va., and was a retired superintendent for Appalachian Construction Co. in Wise, Va. He was a veteran of the Korean conflict, a member of the [Disabled American Veterans] and was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mildred Fogleman Honaker; one daughter, Mrs. Saundra Gail Justice of Honaker; one son, Gerald E. Honaker of the home; two sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Meadows of Honaker and Mrs. Ruth Sickle, Bucyrus, Ohio; five brothers, Thurman Honaker, Ben Honaker, and Clyde Honaker, all of Honaker, Willie Honaker, Bucyrus, and John Honaker, Mavisdale, Va.; and one grandson. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He married Mildred Fogleman. Children:

181.ix. i. Saundra Gail[7]. 181.ix. ii. Gerald Edward (called “G.” Born ca. 1962.

181.x. Dorothy Evelyn[6] Honaker (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 May 1932 in Honaker, Va. Died 17 Apr 2007. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 18 Apr 2007 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Apr 2007: Mrs. Dorothy Evelyn Honaker Meadows, of the Stone Branch road section of Honaker, Va., departed this life on Tue., Apr. 17, 2007 at 2:26 p.m., her soul having walked upon this great earth 74 years, 11 months, 15 days, and 14 hours. Born May 2, 1932 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Scott and Mary Ann Crawford Honaker. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, she had attended Valley View Freewill Baptist Church in Honaker and had served the Lord and Savior with unwavering faith for 65 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister and eight brothers. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include her devoted husband of 59 years, Alfred “June” Meadows of the home; three daughters, Wilma Pruner and her husband, Bill of Lebanon, Va., Barbara Meadows, and Sylvia Woodward and her husband, Rick all of Honaker, Va.; one son, Kirby Meadows and his wife, Wanda of Honaker; one very special great-granddaughter, Tessa Brook Compton; six grandchildren, seven additional great-grandchildren, seven beloved sisters-in-law, and a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Johnny Woodward, Rev. Roy Lee Wilson, and Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Alan Hess, Davy Barrett, Christopher Barrett, David Pruner, Rick Woodward, Brad Compton, Jackie Deskins, Ernie Perkins, and Kirby Meadows. Honorary pallbearers were the Men of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church and nephews.

She married Alfred Meadows (called June), son of James Nelson Meadows and Mary Lou Richardson. Born 28 Jun 1931 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 9 Oct 2008 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 11 Oct 2008, Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 11 Oct 2008, Richlands [Va.] News Press, 15 Oct 2008 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 15 Oct 2008: Mr. Alfred “June” Meadows, age 77, of the Stone Branch section of Honaker, Va., departed this life Thurs., Oct. 9, 2008 at his home. Born June 28, 1931 in Tazewell Co., Va., he was a son of the late James Nelson and Mary Lou Richardson Meadows. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, he was a member of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church for over 50 years, having served as a trustee. He was a retired coal miner, having been employed by Clinchfield Coal Company and was a member of the [United Mine Workers of America.] In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his wife, Dorothy Honaker Meadows; nine brothers; and one sister. Survivors include three daughters, Wilma Pruner and husband, Bill of Lebanon, Barbara Meadows and Sylvia Woodward, both of Honaker, Va.; one son, Kirby Meadows and wife, Wanda of Honaker; one sister, Bertha Stump of Doran; special great-granddaughter, Tessa Brook Compton; six grandchildren, 12 additional great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson, the Rev. Kenny Taylor, and the Rev. Johnny Woodward officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Asa Meadows, Jimmy Stump, Mike McGlothlin, Alan Hess, David Pruner, Jackie Deskins, Davy Barrett, Ernie Perkins, Christopher Barrett, Brad Compton, and Kirby Meadows. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Dye, Millard Meadows, and men of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. Saturday at the Honaker Funeral Home, where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Eugene Miller and the Rev. Claude Rose. To leave personal condolences online, visit www.legacy.com.

Children:

i. Wilma[7]. She married Bill Pruner.ii. Barbara.iii. Sylvia. She married Rick Woodward.iv. Kirby. He married Wanda Unknown.

181.xii. Norma Ruth[6] Honaker (called Ruth) (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In her brother Homer’s obituary, she was said to be married to Unknown Sickle and living in Bucyrus, Crawford Co., Ohio.

She also married Paul Richardson. Children:

i. Caroline Joyce[7]. Born 22 Nov 1938. Died before 2016. She married Unknown Bursby.181.xii. ii. James Albert. Born 21 Jul 1940. In Russell Co., Va.

iii. Mary Alice. Born 7 Dec 1943. She married Unknown Tate. In 2002 she lived in Springfield, Robertson Co., Tenn. In 2016 she lived in White House, Robertson/Sumner Cos., Tenn.

iv. Roger Paul. Born 6 Dec 1945. Died before 2016.v. David H. Born 5 Aug 1948. In 2016 he lived in Bucyrus.vi. Judy Lynn. Born 30 Apr 1952. She married Unknown Davidson. In 2016 she lived in Bucyrus.vii. Douglas Wayne. Born 6 Feb 1957. In 2016 he lived in Bucyrus

181.xiii. Clyde Merrill[6] Honaker (called Buddy) (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Apr 1937 in Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Aug 1999 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Honaker Cem., Honaker, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Aug 1999 and News-Press, Richlands, Va., 25 Aug 1999: Mr. Clyde Merrill “Buddy” Honaker, age 62, of the Wysor Valley section of Honaker, Va., passed away Mon., Aug. 23, 1999 in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Born Apr. 15, 1937 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Scott and Mary [Crawford Taylor] Honaker. He had lived most of his life in the Honaker area and was a former truck driver for Bostic Coal Company. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven brothers. Survivors include his wife, Delvena Ray Honaker of the home; one daughter, Janice Carmicel of Bucyrus, Ohio; two sons, Jackie Honaker of Honaker and Donnie Honaker of Bucyrus, Ohio; two sisters, Dorothy Meadows of Honaker and Ruth Seckel of Bucyrus, Ohio; one very special niece and nephew, Richard and Sherry McGlothlin, Cassie and Chassidy. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Clyde Lambert officiating. Interment will follow in the Honaker Cem. at Honaker, Va. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge.

Clyde’s obituary and obituaries from Grayson, Ky. and Bucyrus, Ohio, give the impression that he married twice. We’re not certain of the mothers of the following three children, but we think it’s as follows.

He married, first, Fern Click, daughter of William H. Click and Inez Opal Erwin. Born 6 Mar 1933 in Lewis Co., Ky. Died 4 Jul 2009 in Lexington, Ky. Buried in Morgan Cem., Emerson, Ky.

Journal-Times, Grayson, Ky., 8 Jul 2009: Bucyrus, Ohio—Fern Click Honaker, age 76, of Bucyrus, Ohio, formerly of Lewis County, passed away Saturday morning, July 4, in the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. Mrs. Honaker was born March 6, 1933 in Lewis County, a daughter of the late William H and Inez Opal Erwin Click. She was retired from Check Mate Boats, and was of the Christian Faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Bill Click; Wayne Click and Arnold Click. Fern is survived by one son, Donald Eugene Honaker of Bucyrus, Ohio; one daughter, Janice Myrl Carmichael of Bucyrus, Ohio; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Charles Click; Gregory Click; Sidney Click all of Vanceburg; seven sisters, Louella Click Ash of Caledonia, Ohio, Rosa Dyer, Donna Click, Tamara Nolen, Sue Click and Criss Bloomfield all of Vanceburg, Kathy Stamper of Olive Hill; her companion, Jerry Hess of Bucyrus, Ohio. She also leaves a host of nieces and nephews and other family members and friends who will sadly miss her. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tue., July 7, at Globe Funeral Chapel in Camp Dix, with George Butler and Hansel Butler officiating. Burial followed in the Morgan Cem. in Emerson. Family and friends served as pallbearers.

Children:

181.xiii. i. Janice Myrl[7] Born 16 Apr 1957 in Virginia.ii. Donald Eugene (called Donnie). He married Carol Unknown.

Clyde married, second, Delvena Ray (called Del). Children:

iii. Jackie Wayne. An engagement photograph and story appeared in The Lebanon [Va.] News, 19 Jan 2000: Engagement and Forthcoming Marriage Announced—Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Osborne of Lebanon is proud to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Rebecca Jill to Jackie Wayne Honaker of Honaker. He is the son of Del Honaker of Honaker and the late Clyde M. Honaker. A February wedding is planned.

184.i. Clyde[6] Stamper (Mollie Darcy[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1906. Died 1971 in Norton, Va. Buried in Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, Big Stone Gap, Wise Co., Va.

Newspaper and date unknown: Funeral services for Clyde Stamper, 65, of Big Stone Gap, Va., who died Monday in a Norton, Va., hospital following a long illness, will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Oak Grove Freewill Baptist

Church with Rev. Silas Culbertson officiating. Burial will be in Powell Valley Memorial Gardens. He was a retired mine foreman at Westmoreland Coal Company’s mine at Osaka, Va. He was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and Big Stone Gap Masonic Lodge No. 208. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Gladys Stamper; one daughter, Mrs. J.C. Moore of Tazewell, Va.; one brother, Wade Stamper of Big Stone Gap; four sisters, Mrs. Charles White of Honaker, Va., Mrs. T.C. Compton of Kingsport, Tenn., and Mrs. Bill Dorcey and Mrs. Emmett Honaker, both of Newport News, Va.; five grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Members of Masonic Lodge 208 will conduct graveside services. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to services. Holding Funeral Home in Big Stone Gap is in charge of arrangements.

He married Gladys Miller. Children:

i. William[7]. Died prior to 1971.ii. Mildred. She married J.C. Moore.

184.iii. Alice[6] Stamper (Mollie Darcy[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Thornton C. Compton. Died in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. Newspaper and date unknown: Elder Thornton C. Compton, 62, of Kingsport, Tenn., died Thursday night following

a long illness. He had lived in Kingsport for 33 years and had been employed with Tennessee Eastman Company for 25 years. He retired in 1965 due to ill health. He was a member of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church in Honaker, Va. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Alice Stamper Compton at home; one son, Charles R. Compton of Laurel, Md.; two sisters, Mrs. Clarence Fuller and Mrs. George Buskill, both of Honaker, and a brother, Smith Compton of Tazewell, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sunday at the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church at Honaker with Elders Lester Barker, Elmer G. Compton and L.C. Combs officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. The body will be taken to the Honaker Funeral Home in Honaker Saturday where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home in Kingsport is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

i. Charles Robert[7].

184.iv. Wade Linkous[6] Stamper (Mollie Darcy[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). He married Pauline Sheppard, Martin descendant #718. They lived in Big Stone Gap, Va. Children:

i. Doris[7]. ii. Jack.

184.vi. Trula Elizabeth[6] Hubbard (Mollie Darcy[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jul 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 10 May 1997 in Hampton, Va. Buried in Park Lawn Cem., Hampton.

Newspaper and date unknown: Trula E. Darcey, 72, widow of Bill Darcey, died Sat., May 10, 1997. She was a homemaker and had been a Peninsula resident for 50 years. She was a member of Fordham Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Lynda and Robert Havener of Hampton, and two grandchildren, Kimberly Brighton and Arthur Brighton, both of Hampton. A funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Wed., May 14, at Lawrence B. Wood Funeral Home by the Rev. George T. Insley Jr. Burial will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to a charity of choice.

She married Millard Orville Darcey (called Bill) 19 Apr 1947 in Elizabeth City, N.C. Born 16 Aug 1925 in Cherry Hill, Va.

Children:

184.vi. i. Lynda Gayle[7]. Born 2 Apr 1948 in Newport News, Va.

185.ii. Evaline Blane[6] Wilson (called Eva)Rachel[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married James Curtis Hogue, son of James M. Hogue and Martha Anna Godbey. Children:

i. Thelma O.[7] She married Unknown Tarpoff.ii. Betty E. She married Unknown Scales.iii. Cheryl A. In 2001 she lived in Saline, Mich.

186.i. Walter[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in May 1892 in Virginia. Died 6 Nov 1952. Buried in Honaker, Va.

He married Maudie B. Presley, daughter of Jack Presley and Mary Unknown. Born ca. 1895. Died 6 Jan 1978 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Jan 1978: Mrs. Maudie B. Honaker, age 83, of Honaker, Va., passed away Friday in a Richlands, Va., hospital after an extended illness. A native and lifelong resident of Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Mary Presley. Her husband, Walter Honaker, preceded her in death in [1952]. She had been a member of the Baptist Church for 70 years. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Jones of Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Hester Williamson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Mrs. Faye Yates of Honaker, and Mrs. [Mescle] Harris of Port Clinton, Ohio; two sons, Marvin L. Honaker of Honaker and Carl H. Honaker of Caretta, W.Va.; 26 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild also survive. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kyle Hubbard officiating. Interment followed in the Clark Cem. at Honaker. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Children:

186.i. i. Mescle Irene[7]. Born 23 Jun 1925. ii. Pauline. Died in childhood.iii. Hester. She married Harold Williams or Williamson.iv. Dorothy. She married Unknown Jones.

186.i. v. Marvin Lee. 186.i. vi. Carl H. 186.i. vii. Shirley Faye. Born ca. 1938.

186.ii. Dorothy[6] Honaker (also reported as Dorfa) (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Sep 1894 in Virginia.

She married Lee Belcher. Children:

186.ii. i. Cecil[7].186.ii. ii. Carl.

iii. James.186.ii. iv. Mable.186.ii. v. Hazel.186.ii. vi. Virginia.186.ii. vii. Frances.186.ii. viii. Wanda.186.ii. ix. Rainell.186.ii. x. Kyle.186.ii. xi. Julia.186.ii. xii. Lucille.

186.ii. Ervin[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1897 in Virginia. Up to 2009 we did not have any information about Ervin. In 2009 we found an obituary for Joe Morgan Honaker, in which his parents were reported as Ezra and Maggie Looney Honaker.

In order to determine Joe’s line, family researcher Frieda Patrick Davison located a 1930 Buchanan Co., Va., census record for Grundy, Va., District 6, dwelling and family 41, which clearly identifies Joe at age 7, but gives his father’s name as Ervin, not Ezra. We can’t say why the obit differs from the census, but we’re assuming that the census is correct, and on that basis Ervin’s line continues in this book. The 1930 census: Ervin Honaker, 33, farmer, b. in Virginia, parents b. in Virginia, owns own home, first married at 18; Magie M., 35, b. in Virginia, parents b. in Virginia; Truly, 15, b. in Virginia; Joe M., 7, b. in Virginia; Dollie M., 2, b. in Virginia.

He married Maggie M. Looney ca. 1915. Born in Virginia. Children:

i. Truly[7]. Born 1915 in Virginia. She married Unknown Surman.186.ii. ii. Joe Morgan. Born ca. 1923 in Buchanan Co., Va.

iii. Dolly M. Born 1928 in Buchanan Co., Va. She married Unknown Clements.iv. Emma. She married Unknown Payne.

187.v. Minnie Faye[6] Compton (Margaret[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Mar 1909.She married Louis Taylor (called Lou). They lived in Cincinnati, Ohio.It was also reported that she married Charles Benjamin Spillman. Born 11 Apr 1904. Children:

i. Unknown daughter[7]. She married and had children and grandchildren.

188.iv. Stella Ester[6] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Mar 1912 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Mar 1999 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 24 Mar 1999: Mrs. Stella Ferguson Burnett, age 87, of Honaker, Va., passed away Thurs., Mar. 18, 1999, in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Born Mar. 13, 1912 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Robert and Betty Dye Honaker. She had lived most of her life in Russell County and was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, [Roby] Stinson, William [Raleigh] Suits, James Monroe Ferguson, Alt Ratliff, and Joseph Shur Burnett, one son, Thomas Jackson Suits, two infant sons, three sisters, three brothers, and four grandchildren. Survivors include five daughters, Marie McNeely of Hampton, Va., Rev. Elva Gay Hubbard, Shirley Fay Honaker, and Wanda Sue Yates all of Honaker, and Betty Jean Hall of Marion, Va.; six sons, John Stinson of South Carolina, William Robert Suits and [Jimmy] Allen Ferguson both of Honaker, Glen Norman Suits of Alabama, Edward Lee Suits of Clinton, S.C., and Daryl Monroe Ferguson of Richlands, Va.; four sisters, [Niada Roman] and Beatrice Barnett both of Honaker, Mazie Howard of West Point, Va., and Eula Gay Hammons of Spring Hill, Fla.; one brother, Albert Honaker of Richmond, Va.; 25 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Terry Johnson, Rev. Miles Honaker, and Rev. Mark Mitchell officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

She married, first, Roby Lee Stinson, son of Charles A. Stinson and Laura Lockhart, 30 Aug 1926 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 9 Feb 1907 in Honaker, Va. Died 23 Apr 1977 in Russell County Medical Center, Lebanon, Va. Buried in Lockhart Cem., Campbell Hollow Road, Honaker, Va. He also married Altafair (Mutter) Manley. Children:

i. Roby L., Jr.[7] Born and died 25 Jun 1927 in Jewell Ridge, Va. 188.iv. ii. John Henry. Born 1 Oct 1928.188.iv. iii. Daisy Marie. Born 24 Jul 1931 in Honaker, Va.

She married, second, William Riley Suits, son of Tom NMN Suits and Sarah NMN Mutter, 22 Dec 1934 inTazewell, Va. William’s middle name was also reported as Raleigh and Robert, but his Social Security card gave Riley, which we take as authoritative. Born 20 Mar 1903 in Coeburn, Wise Co., Va. Died 1 Jan 1950 in Welch, McDowell Co., W.Va. Buried in Owens Cem., Thompson’s Creek, up the hill from Robert Honaker’s house, Honaker, Va. Children:

iv. William Robert (called Bob). Born 31 Jan 1935 in Bartley, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 7 Apr 2005 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Apr 2005 (with photograph): Mr. William Robert “Bob” Suits, age 70, of Honaker, Va., went to be with the Lord, Thurs., Apr. 7, 2005 in Clinch Valley

Medical Center in Richlands, Va., after suffering from a long illness. Born Jan. 31, 1935 in Bartley, W.Va., he was a son of the late William Riley Suits and Stella Esther Burnett. He lived most of his life in the Honaker area. He lived in Fairfax, Va., for a number of years, where he was employed by Wills & Van Metre, Inc., in Alexandria, Va. He retired from Long Air Dox at Cedar Bluff, Va., in 1994. He was a member of the Church of the Living God in Honaker, where he also served as a member of the board of directors. He was also a member of the [United Mine Workers of America] Local 1760. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas Jackson Suits and Jimmy Allen Ferguson. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Margaret “Sue” Suits of the home; four brothers, John Henry Stinson and wife Carol of Little River, S.C., Glen Norman Suits and wife Fern of Evergreen, Ala., Edward Lee Suits and wife Ann of Clinton, S.C., and Daryl Monroe Ferguson and wife Jenevie of Richlands, Va.; five sisters, Daisy Marie McNeely of Hampton, Va., Betty Jean Hall and husband Jimmy of Marion, Va., Shirley Faye Ratliff, Elva Gay Hubbard and husband Kenneth, and Wanda Sue Yates and her husband Chester, all of Honaker, Va.; special friend, Frank Hopkins; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Arnold Street and Rev. Darrell Sutherland officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Byrchel Poskas Jr., Jerry Wayne Poskas, Darrell Anthony Cook, Kirby Yates, Shannon Hubbard, Bobby Hubbard, Chris Suits and Chris Honaker.

He married Margaret Sue Jackson (called Sue), daughter of Clarence Burt Jackson and Lula Mae Reavis, 30 Nov 1961 in Lebanon, Va. Born 23 Feb 1942 in Honaker, Va.

188.iv. v. Glen Norman. Born 1 Aug 1936 in Bartley. 188.iv. vi. Edward Lee. Born 18 Aug 1938 in Bartley.188.iv. vii. Thomas Jackson. Born 23 Mar 1940 in Bartley.188.iv. viii. Elva Gay. Born 26 Jan 1944 in Bartley, W.Va.

She married, third, James Monroe Ferguson, son of John Ferguson and Mollie Pendergrass, 7 Oct 1945 in Bluefield, W.Va. Born 3 Apr 1897. Died 26 Nov 1961 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va. Children:

188.iv. ix. Shirley Fay. Born 23 Sep 1945 in Bartley. 188.iv. x. Jimmy Allen. Born 5 Oct 1946 in Big Fore, W.Va. Died 1 Feb 2000 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in

Frank Smith Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va. Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Feb 2000: Mr. Jimmy Ferguson, age 53, of Honaker, Va., passed

away early Tuesday morning, Feb. 1, 2000, in Wellmont Hospice in Bristol, Tenn. Born in Kimball, W.Va., he was a son of the late James Ferguson and the late Stella Ester Honaker Ferguson [Burnett]. He had resided in [the] Honaker area for the past eight years and was of the Holiness Faith. He was formerly a welder for General Motors. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Thomas J. Suits. Survivors include six sisters, Marie McNeely of Hampton, Va., Elva Gay Hubbard, Shirley Fay Ratliff and Wanda Sue Yates, all of Honaker, Betty Jean Hall of Marion, Va., and Thelma Rhodes of Maryland; five brothers, John Henry Stinson of Little River, S.C., William Robert (Bob) Suits of Honaker, Glen Norman Suits of Evergreen, Ala., Edward L. Suits of Clinton, S.C., and Daryl M. Ferguson of Richlands, Va.; special friends, Axley (Pete) and Janice Stevens of Honaker; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Doug Smith and Rev. Gary Hubbard officiating. Interment followed in the Frank Smith Cem. on Big A Mountain near Honaker. Nephews and friends served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

188.iv. xi. Daryl Monroe. Born 14 Apr (also reported as 18 Apr) 1948 in Richlands (also reported as Tazewell), Va.

xii. Harold James (twin). Born 18 Apr 1948 in Richlands, Va. He died at birth.188.iv. xiii. Betty Jean. Born 7 Oct 1949 in Russell Co., Va. 188.iv. xiv. Wanda Sue. Born 15 Dec 1950 in Tazewell, Va.

She married, fourth, Marshall Alt Ratliff (called Alt), son of Wade Ratliff and Martha Breeding, 15 May 1965 in Lebanon, Va.

She married, fifth, Joseph Shuler Burnett (called Joe), son of Thomas Jefferson Burnett and Dorothy Asberry, 9 Jul 1974 in Lebanon, Va. Died 5 Jun 1992 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

188.v. Blanche[6] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in Honaker, Va. Died 1974.She married Corbett H. Barnhart in Honaker. Children:

i. Kermit[7]. Died before 2011.188.v. ii. Emmit Donald (called Don). Born 13 Nov 1932 in Russell Co., Va.

iii. infant sister. Died before 2011.188.v. iv. Lorine. Born ca. 1942.

v. Kathleen. She married Unknown Roush and in 2011 lived in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.vi. Dan. In 2011 he lived in Gahanna, Ohio.

188.xi. Albert Lee[6] Honaker (Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Apr 1922 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Aug 2015 in Little Creek, Va. Buried in Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va.

Wytheville [Va.] Enterprise, 22 Aug 2015: Albert Lee Honaker, age 93, of Little Creek, passed away Tue., Aug. 18, 2015. He was the son of the late Robert and Betty Dye Honaker and was a member of Shiloh Holiness Church. Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Maglena Meade Honaker, 11 brothers, and one sister. He is survived by his sons and daughter in law, Roger and Alma Honaker, of Powhatan, Va., and Ronald Honaker, of Little Creek; and grandsons, Ronald D. Honaker, Jr., of Little Creek, Va., and Chris Allen & Shelia Honaker, of Stoneville, N.C. A funeral service was held 4 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 20, 2015, at Grubb Funeral Home Chapel. The family received friends Thursday from 3 p.m. until service time.

A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. at Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

He married Maglena Meade. Born ca. 1941. Born ca. 1924. Died 13 May 2013. Buried in Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, Va.

Richmond (Va.) Times-Dispatch, 15 May 2013: Maglena Honaker, 89, of North Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2013. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Albert Honaker; sons, Roger Honaker (Elma) and Ron Honaker (Shirley); and grandsons, Ron Jr. and Chris Honaker (Sheila). Mrs. Honaker attended Shiloh Pentecostal Church. Her family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley’s—Chippenham, 6900 Hull St. Rd., where a funeral ceremony will take place 2 p.m. Thursday, followed by interment in Dale Memorial Park.

Children:

188.xi. i. Ronald Dee[7]. Born 2 Feb 1943 in Grundy, Va.ii. Roger. He married Alma (also Elma) Unknown.

190.ii. Coy[6] McGlothlin (Nettie Laura[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Daisy Sykes, daughter of Grover Sykes and Lily Unknown. Children:

i. Kermit[7]. Died unknown date. ii. Wanda. iii. Phyllis.

190.iv. Claude[6] McGlothlin (called Cricket) (Nettie Laura[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died unknown date.

He married Gertrude Hughes (called Gertie). Children:

i. Cathy[7].ii. Janice.iii. Terry.(f)

190.v. Johnston[6] McGlothlin Jr. (called Pee Wee) (Nettie Laura[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 May 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 3 Jun 2012 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Fuller Cem., Big A Mountain, Va.

Lebanon (Va.) News, 13 Jun 2012, with photograph: Mr. John “Pee Wee” McGlothlin, age 88, of Honaker, Va., went home to be with his Lord on Sun., June 3, 2012 at a Bristol, Tenn., hospice facility. Born May 4, 1924 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late John and Nettie Honaker McGlothlin. A graduate of Honaker High School Class of 1941-1942, he was given the nickname, “Pee Wee” from being the smallest player on the basketball team, yet he excelled at the sport, having received the All County Player award three times. John enjoyed camping and made many friends during his travels to each state, including Alaska. He enjoyed cruising and visiting different locations, but no matter where he would roam Honaker was always his home. Fishing and sports were his favorite hobbies and he loved working with children and coached little league baseball and basketball church teams. The highlight of his life came at Christmastime when he was “Ho Ho” to many children at churches, the Grand Ole Opry House and adults who were young at heart as well. He was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church on Big A Mountain where he loved to attend. John served his country proudly in the U.S. Army Medical Corps in Europe and was honorably discharged after three years of service. He made his home in Jackson and North Augusta, S.C., for most of his adult life. He was employed as an electrical and instrument technician for Savannah River Plant, E.I. Dupont, of Aiken, S.C., until his retirement in 1982 after 28 years of service. He was a loving husband and father to his children, papa to his grandchildren and friend to all who knew him. A very loving and caring man, he was always there to help others. He seemed to never meet a stranger and always had a smile to greet everyone and make them laugh and brighten their day. He often said, “I’m a winner either way,” and now he truly is a winner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by all four brothers, Lon McGlothlin and wife, Effie, Coy McGlothlin and wife, Daisy, Claude McGlothlin and Carl McGlothlin; one sister, Minnie McGlothlin; one grandson, John Christopher McGlothlin and one brother-in-law, Banner Wilson. Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Betty Fuller McGlothlin, who was always by his side; one son and daughter-in-law, Johnny H. and Diane McGlothlin of Newport, Tenn; one daughter, Saundra Turner of Jackson, S.C.; three grandchildren, Chadwick (Chad) and Danielle Andrews of North Augusta, S.C., Jeremy and Amanda Clark of Dallas, Texas and Wade and Megan Cashen of Bremen, Ga.; two great-grandchildren, Madison Clark and Morgan June Andrews, who were the pride of his life; one sister, Dollie Wilson of Honaker, Va., one sister-in-law, Gertrude Hughes McGlothlin and several nieces, nephews and numerous friends also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Vonley Pruitt and Rev. Sam Hayes officiating. Interment followed in the Fuller Cem. on Big A Mountain, Va. Mililtary graveside honors were conducted by American Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers

were Randy Miller, John Hite, Kermit McGlothlin, Eric Presnell, Wayne McGlothlin and Randy Fuller. Masonic rites were conducted by Pruner Masonic Lodge, 254 AF&AM of Blackford, Va.

He married, first, Iona[7] Honaker (Martin[1]). He married, second, Betty Fullerr ca. 1946. Children:

i. Johnny H.[7] He married Diane Unknown.ii. Saundra. She married Unknown Turner.

190.vi. Dollie Marie[6] McGlothlin (Nettie Laura[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Nov 1928 in Honaker, Va. Died 26 Sep 2016 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cemetery, Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Oct 2016: Dollie Marie Wilson, age 87, of Honaker, Va., passed away Mon., Sept. 26, 2016 in a Bristol, Tenn., hospital. Born Nov. 23, 1928 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late John and Nettie Honaker McGlothlin. A lifelong resident of the area, she had formerly been employed by Honaker High School in the cafeteria. She was a member of Tunnel Hill Free Will Baptist Church and Finney Senior Citizens. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Sparrel Banner Wilson; one son, Gary Wilson; and four brothers, June McGlothlin, Cricket McGlothlin, Lon McGlothlin, and Coy McGlothlin. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include one daughter, Donna Hite and husband, John, of Abingdon; two grandsons, Brynt Hite and Tom Hite; two great-grandsons, Henry Hite and Sam Hite; sister-in-law, Betty McGlothlin; special niece, Phyllis Miller; several additional nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Steve Lester officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cemetery at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers. The family received friends at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Wednesday. Online condolences may be made to www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

She married Sparrel Banner Wilson (called Banner). Died before 2016. Children:

i. Donna[7]. She lived in Abingdon, Va. She married Wayne Dye. Died 10 Nov 1997. Also reported to have married John Hite.

ii. Gary. Died before 2016.

191.iv. Luther Ellis[6] Patrick (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Apr 1904 in Russell Co., Va.. Died 19 Jul 1989. Buried in Temple Hill Cem., Castlewood, Va.

The funeral home card indicated that services were 21 Jul 1989 at 2 p.m. at Huff-Cook Funeral Home Castlewood Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Kiser officiating; survivors were wife Mrs. Ethel Patrick, brother Nelson Patrick, sisters Miss Maggie Patrick, Mrs. Luch [Wolford] and Mrs. Nellie Skeens; pallbearers were nephews.

He married Ethel Steffey, daughter of Reece Steffey and Rosaella Ramsey, 8 Feb 1939 in Russell County. Born ca. 1917 in Russell County. Children:

i. Marvin Lee[7] (adopted). He was the biological son of Unknown Gibson.

192.i. Maggie[6] Honaker (James[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1900 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1 Apr 1966 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. She lived in Russell County.

She married, first, Leonard Henry Hughes. Born in 1894. Died in a coal mine accident 30 Nov 1934 in Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

192.i. i. James R.[7] Born in 1918.192.i. ii. Leona.

iii. Diedre Marie. Died at age two.192.i. iv. Beulah Mae. Born 10 Mar 1922 in War, W.Va.192.i. v. Henry William. Born 24 Dec 1928.

vi. Claude. Died before 2005. He was a sheriff in Fredericksburg, Va. He married and had unknown children.

vii. Clyde. Born 18 Jun 1935. Died 18 Apr 1994 in a boating accident. He married sixth-generation Martin descendant Beatrice Taylor (called Bea), daughter of Paul Jack Taylor and Blanche Stump.They lived in Traveler’s Rest, S.C. There were no children.

192.i. viii. Lucille.

She married, second, Carl Hughes, son of Pierce Richardson and Sally Unknown, ca. 1936 in Russell County. Born ca. 1900. Died in 1947 in Russell County. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.. A daughter, Peggy Sue, said that Maggie’s first two husbands were not brothers. Children:

192.i. ix. Shirley Marie. Born 18 Jun 1937.192.i. x. Nellie Faye. Born 10 May 1939.315.iv. xi. Peggy Sue. Born 6 May 1942 in Honaker, Va. She married sixth-generation Martin descendant

Jimmie Taylor, son of Paul Jack Taylor and Blanche Stump. Born 2 Nov 1939 in Russell Co., Va. Their descendants are under his listing number.

192.i. xii. Delores Annalee. Born 13 Feb 1946.

She married, third, Leonard Dye ca 1965. They were married for only a year or so when Maggie died.

196.i. Lily Della[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Mar 1900. Died Jun 1966. Buried in Black Diamond, Wash.

She married Lee Moore. Children:

i. Robert[7].

196.iv. Thelma Estelle[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Feb 1908. Buried in Winston-Salem, N.C. She and her husband were married in a home built by her father.

She married Robert Grubb. Children:

i. Peggy G.[7] She married Murray Unknown or Unknown Murray.

196.vi. Opal Mae[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Apr 1913.She married, first, Shannon Hart. Children:

i. Wesley[7].ii. Curtis.

She married, second, Ed Proffitt. Children:

iii. Freda.iv. Mary.v. Dorlene.vi. Margret.vii. Eddy.viii. Billy.ix. Lonny.x. Mona Faye.

196.vii. Jean Marie[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Nov 1917 in McGill, Nev. Buried in Morehead City, N.C.

She married Earl Holt. Children:

i. Patsy[7].ii. Peggy. She married Unknown Needham.

196.viii. Vivian R.[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Nov 1919 in Sparta, N.C. Buried in Freemont, Ohio.

She married, first, Larry Uline. Children:

i. Betty Ann[7].ii. John.

She married, second, Charlie Owens. Children:

iii. Barbara.

196.ix. James Howard[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 12 Dec 1922 in Sparta, N.C. He completed high school in 1940 in Sparta and worked as a Pennsylvania Railroad locomotive fireman (stoking the engine) from 1939-1943. He returned to Sparta, working at a gas station until going into military service. After service he became a building contractor and building inspector, and a pilot for Twin State Warehouse until 1973 when he quit flying for health reasons. In 2004 he lived in Winston-Salem, N.C.

He married, first, Frances Hemrick, daughter of John Henry Hemrick and Ida Luellen Long, in 1946 in Winston-Salem. Born 28 Feb 1919 in Forsyth Co., N.C. They divorced.

Winston-Salem Journal, 26 Jan 2007: Ms. Frances Hemrick Honaker, 87, of Winston-Salem, passed away on Wed., Jan. 24, 2007, at her home. She was born Feb. 28, 1919, in Forsyth County to John Henry Hemrick Sr. and Ida Luellen Long Hemrick. Ms. Honaker was a member of Crews United Methodist Church and served as pianist for several years. She was retired from AT&T. Surviving are a daughter, Cheryl H. Davis; two grandsons, Kevin and Brandon Davis; a brother, Guy Hemrick, all of Winston-Salem; four sisters, Lottie Morgan and Sarah Lou Cheek, both of Sebastian, Fla., Lois Mustin of Belews Creek and Jean Hudson of Pittsboro. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crews United Methodist Church . Burial will follow in Forsyth Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, and at other times, at 5370 Sullivantown Road, Walkertown. Memorials may be made to Crews United Methodist Church, 4150 Reidsville Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.

Children:

196.ix. i. Cheryl Dianne[7]. Born 17 Sep 1946.

He married, second, Tawny Swaim, daughter of Ted Fair Swaim and Mary Florine Smith. Born 17 Sep 1953 in Winston-Salem.

197.i. Luther Allen[6] Hess (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jan 1899 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 19 Feb 1986. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

He married Myrtle Ann Harris 6 Apr 1920. Born 17 Apr 1901. Died 2 Sep 1990. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens. In addition to their nine children, they also raised their grandson Roger Lee Hess (son of Arba Lee), six years younger than Luther Jr. Children:

i. Clarence William[7]. Born 31 Dec 1920. Died 16 Jan 1990.ii. Thelma Irene. Born 6 Sep 1922.iii. Tempa Odell. Born 30 May 1924. Died 20 Sep 1924.iv. Emanuel Edward. Born 6 Jan 1926.

197.i. v. Arba Lee. Born 14 Nov 1927. vi. Dorothy Helen. Born 14 Aug 1929.vii. Lillie Mack Lucille. Born 22 Dec 1930. Died 22 Jun 1943.viii. Iris Madaline. Born 30 Jun 1933.ix. Luther Allen, Jr. Born 7 May 1940.x. Roger Lee (adopted).

197.ii. Mollie Zell[6] Hess (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Jun 1900 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 7 Jun 1940 at home in Chestnut Ridge, Lebanon, Va. Buried in Stinson Family Cem., Chestnut Ridge.

She married John Earl Shepard (called Earl), son of John Lewis Shepard and Mary Catherine McCloud, 14 Apr 1920 in Russell Co., Va. Born 10 Apr 1895 in Lebanon. Died 30 Jan 1962 in Lebanon. Buried in Stinson Family Cem.. Children (all born at home in Chestnut Ridge):

197.ii. i. Thelma Sue[7]. Born 2 May 1921 in Russell Co., Va. 220.ii. ii. Tressie Mae. Born 19 Sep 1922 in Russell Co., Va. She married Coy Abram[6] Yates, son of

Abram Fuller Yates and Cynthia[5] Honaker (Martin[1]) 8 Jun 1943. Born 5 Apr 1922 in Russell County. Died 10 Jun 1988 in Russell County. Their children continue under his listing.197.ii. iii. Bert Monroe. Born 24 Dec 1923 in Russell Co., Va. 197.ii. iv. Delbert Glenn. Born 31 Aug 1925 in Russell Co., Va.

197.ii. v. Annie Opal (called Opal). Born 8 Nov 1927 in Russell Co., Va.197.ii. vi. Kazel O’Dear. Born 25 Apr 1930 in Russell Co., Va. 197.ii. vii. Lola Gay. Born 30 May 1931 in Russell Co., Va.

viii. unnamed daughter. Stillborn 26 May 1933 in Russell Co., Va.197.ii. ix. Homer Lee. Born 16 Aug 1935 in Russell Co., Va.197.ii. x. Dorothy Zell. Born 8 Jan 1937 in Russell Co., Va.

After Mollie’s death, John married, second, Fannie Gilbert Nash 9 Sep 1946. Born 22 Nov 1909. Died 19 Jun 2008. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. She married, first, John Nash. Her obituary mentions a daughter, Clara, who may have been a daughter of Fannie and her first husband.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, unknown date: Lebanon, Va.—Fannie Shepard, 98, died Thurs., June 19, 2008, a daughter of the late Henry Gilbert and the late Emily Duncan Gilbert. She was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, John Nash; her second husband, John Earl Shepard; brothers, Clarence Gilbert, Bernard Gilbert and Everett Gilbert; sisters, Mary Myrtie Gilbert, Mary Rachel Holland, Nora Ethel Johnson, Henretta Johnson, and Mollie Litton; five stepdaughters; three stepsons; and five step grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters, Clara Shepard, Lebanon, and Loretta Merryman and husband Frank, Rustburg, Va.; one stepdaughter, Dorothy Ray and husband Carlos, Maryland; one brother, John Estell Gilbert, Vinton, Va.; six grandchildren, David and Angela Merryman, Raymond Shepard and wife Sherry, Shirley Staton and husband Jessee, Betty Lane and husband Robert and Louella Osborne and husband Jim; seven great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; special friends and caregivers, Kim Miller, Beverly Fuller, Misty Anderson, Bertha Kiser and Trula Wallace; and numerous step grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sat., June 21, 2008, in the Combs Funeral Service, with the Rev. Aaron Fesser and the Rev. Rick Wallace officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Memorial Cem.. Pallbearers will be Brad Shepard, Paul Staton, Matthew Staton, Timothy Lane, Jessee Staton, Jim Osborne, Robert Lane and David Merryman. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. Fri., June 20, 2008, at the funeral home. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon, (276) 889-4444, is serving the Shepard family.

Children:

xi. unnamed son. Stillborn 11 Jan 1940.197.ii. xii. Loretta. Born 7 Oct 1947.

197.iv. Mary Elza[6] Hess (also Elzie) (called Elzie) (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Mar 1903 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Dec 1984 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Dec 1984: Jewell Ridge—Mrs. Mary Elsie Hess Miller, 81, died Sunday in Lebanon. A native of Russell County, she was a member of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church in Honaker. Survivors include four sons, Calvin Miller, Antioch, Calif., Manley Miller, Reston, Kyle Miller, Petersburg, and Jimmy Miller, Bristol, Tenn.; six daughters, Mrs. Hazel Dye, Honaker, Mrs. Sally Horton, Lebanon, Ann Hess, Bristol, Va., Mrs. Sue Joyce, Jewell Ridge, Mrs. Shirley Slattery and Mrs. Ona Myers, both of Glen Burnie, Md.; two brothers, Luther Hess, Abingdon, and Garnett Hess, Tampa, Fla.; four sisters, Mrs. Bessie Barton, Swords Creek, Mrs. Ellen Ellinger, Illinois, Mrs. Hester Lewis, Livingston, Mont., and Mrs. Mandy Wallace, Honaker; 42 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren. [Funeral services will be held Tue., Dec. 11 at New Garden Primitive Baptist Church, Honaker, Va. Burial will be in Russell County Cem., Lebanon, Va.] Honaker Funeral Home is in charge.

She married Mont Clark Miller, son of James Miller and Florence Saul (middle names unknown) 2 Dec 1924 in Lebanon, Va. Born 28 Feb 1898 in Honaker, Va. Died 4 Jul 1965 in Honaker. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He previously married Matilda Hess and had two daughters in that marriage, Mae Omie, born 8 Aug 1921, and Edith Opal, born 12 Feb 1923, died 22 May 1977 in Fredericksburg, Va., buried in Arlington National Cem.. He was a minister of New Garden Primitive Baptist Church.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Jul 1965: Elder Mont Clark Miller, [67], a Primitive Baptist minister, died unexpectedly Sunday afternoon. He was a native of Russell County. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Mary Elsie Miller; seven daughters, Mrs. Harvey Hunter, Stafford, Mrs. Clarence Dye, Honaker, Mrs. Harry Horton, Lebanon, Mrs. John [Slattery], Glen Burnie, Md., Mrs. Curtis Hess and Mrs. Charles Gardner, both of Abingdon, Miss Mary Sue Miller of Lebanon; five sons, Calvin Miller of Antioch, Calif., Morgan Miller, Pasadena, Md., Manley Miller, Falls Church, Va., Staff Sgt. Kyle Miller of the Philippine Islands, Sgt. Jimmy Miller, Fort Jackson, S.C.; two sisters, Mrs. Jake Hess of Lebanon, Mrs. Luther Harris, Honaker; four brothers, Fred Miller, Harrison Miller and Elbert Miller all of Honaker, and Avery Miller of Livingston, Mont.; and 27 grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete, pending the arrival of his son from the Philippines. The body will be removed to the residence in Lebanon on Monday afternoon from the Honaker Funeral Home.

The family has requested that flowers be omitted. [Funeral will be held on Thurs., July 8 at the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church in Honaker, Va.]

Children (all born at home):

197.iv. i. Calvin Dewey[7]. Born 2 Nov 1925 in Honaker, Va. ii. Orville Andrew. Born 19 Feb 1927 in Honaker. Died at home 18 Aug 1927 in Honaker, Va.

Buried in a family plot in Honaker.197.iv. iii. Morgan Hassell. Born 19 Feb 1928 in Honaker. 197.iv. iv. Hazel Oneda. Born 15 Jun 1929 in Honaker. 197.iv. v. Manly Albert. Born 26 Nov 1930 in Honaker.197.iv. vi. Kyle Ambres. Born 26 Dec 1931 in Honaker.197.iv. vii. Sally Florence (called Sally). Born 23 Sep 1933 in Honaker. 197.iv. viii. Shirley Temple (called Shirley). Born 15 Apr 1936 in Honaker.197.iv. ix. Peggy Ann. Born 15 Feb 1938 in Honaker.

x. Mont Clark, Jr. Born 10 Jul 1939 in Honaker. Died 7 Jul 1948 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Miller Family Cem., Honaker, Va.

197.iv. xi. Jimmy Lee. Born 1 Mar 1941 in Honaker.197.iv. xii. Ona Mae. Born 16 Apr 1943 in Honaker. 197.iv. xiii. Mary Sue (called Sue). Born 30 Oct 1944 in Honaker.

197.vi. Mary Ellen[6] Hess (called Ellen) (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Nov 1905 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 8 Feb 1991 in Pekin, Ill. Buried in Lakeside Cem., Pekin.

Journal Star, Peoria, Ill., 9 Feb 1991: Pekin—Mary Ellen Ellinger, 85, of Beechwood Health Care Center died at 10:10 a.m. Fri., Feb. 8, 1991 at the health care center. Born Nov. 12, 1905, in Lebanon, Va., to Ira and Sally Honaker Hess, she first married James Hess in 1927 in Honaker, Va. He died in 1937. She then married John Ellinger in Staunton, Va., and he died in 1960. One son, one granddaughter and 11 brothers and sisters also preceded her in death. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Frank (Phyllis) Calmes of Pekin, Mrs. Elmer (Sally) Widby of Pekin and Mrs. Loren (Frances) Johnson of Morton; one son, Don Hess of Mechanicsville, Va.; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one brother, Garnet Hess of Tampa, Fla.; and three sisters, Hester Lewis of Livingston, Mont., Bessie Barton of [Swords] Creek, Va., and Amanda Wallace of Honaker, Va. She was a housemother at Virginia School for the Blind for 15 years. She also ran a country store in Keezleton, Va. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Noel-Henderson Funeral Home in Pekin. The Rev. Thomas R. Daly will officiate, and burial will be in Lakeside Cem., Pekin. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Youth Choir at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pekin.

She married, first, James NMN Hess, son of Mack Hess and Sallie Unknown, 7 Apr 1927 in Russell Co., Va. Born 10 May 1875 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 16 Nov 1938 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Horton Ridge Cem., Raven, Tazewell Co., Va. Children:

197.vi. i. James Jr.[7]. Born 27 Mar 1928 in Saybrook, Ill. 197.vi. ii. Phyllis June. Born 16 Jul 1930 in Normal, Ill. 197.vi. iii. Sallie Viola (spelled the name Sally). Born 28 Feb 1933 in Russell Co., Va. 197.vi. iv. Frances Elizabeth. Born 15 Mar 1935 in Raven, Russell Co., Va.197.vi. v. Donald Avery. Born 13 Dec 1936 in Russell County.

She married, second, John Ellinger in Stanton, Va. Died in 1960.

197.vii. Bessie[6] Hess (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Apr 1907 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Jul 2000 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 26 Jul 2000: Mrs. Bessie H. Whitt Barton, age 93, of Swords Creek, Va., passed away Fri., July 21, 2000 in Richlands, Va. Born Apr. 7, 1907 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Ira and Sally Honaker Hess. She had resided in Russell County most of her life and was a member of the New Garden Regular Primitive Baptist Church at Honaker for 76 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three husbands, Cassell Hess, Elder Joe Whitt and Elder Zed Barton; two daughters, Cledith Hess and Marcella Owens; one son, Conley Hess, 15 stepchildren, and 14 brothers and sisters. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Sally Louellen Owens of Vansant, Va.; four sons, Herbert Hess of Youngstown, Ohio, Daniel Hess of Honaker, Va., Glenn Whitt of Dallas, Texas, and Elder Robert Whitt of Rosedale, Va.; one sister, Amanda Wallace of Honaker, Va.; two stepsons, Dewey Whitt of Burton, Mich., and Robert Barton of Rising

Sun, Md.; one stepdaughter, Frances Clark of Chesapeake, Va.; special friends, Sister Nell Johnson and Sister Peggy Johnson; 17 grandchildren, 62 stepgrandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Ronnie Beavers, Elder Roy Flanary and Elder Lewis Allen Hill officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were grandsons and grandsons-in-law. Honorary pallbearers were the staff of the Golden Age Retirement Home. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

She married, first, Robert Cassell Hess 12 Apr 1928. He was previously married to Unknown Farmer and brought three children to the marriage—Bradley, Ernest, and Frances. Children (of Bessie and Robert):

i. Herbert[7]. Born 26 Feb 1929.ii. Cledith Ester. Born 31 Jul 1930. Died 31 Dec 1983.iii. Conley. Born 1 Feb 1932.iv. Marvin Daniel. Born 19 Sep 1933.v. Marcella.vi. Robert Winferd.

She married, second, Joe Whitt 17 Feb 1940. Children:

vii. Glen Jessie. Born 30 Jul 1942.viii. Robert Henry. Born 15 Apr 1944.ix. Sally Louellen. Born 4 Oct 1945.

She married, third, Zed Barton. He came to the marriage with three sons from a prior marriage—Albert, Robert, and William.

197.viii. Garnet[6] Hess (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Feb 1909 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Aug 1999.

He married Pearl Compton. Children:

i. Nadean[7].ii. Ann.iii. Ira Lee.iv. Jean.

197.x. Edith Hester[6] Hess (called Hester) (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 May 1912 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 23 Apr 1995. Buried in Mountain View Cem., Livingston, Mont.

She married, first, Taze Avery Miller (also seen as Avery T. Miller) (called Avery), son of James Miller and Florence (also Rachael) Sauls, 28 Mar 1935. Born 3 Oct 1904 in Virginia. Died in Feb 1969. Children:

i. Jess Elton[7]. Born 21 Nov 1935.197.x. ii. Morris Jack. Born 2 Apr 1938 in Livingston, Park Co., Mont.

She married, second, Kester Counts.She married, third, Marion Lewis.

197.xii. Amanda[6] Hess (called Mandy) (Sarah Sallie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Aug 1915 at home, River Mountain section, south of Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Nov 2012 (with photograph) and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va.: Mrs. Mandy Wallace, age 97, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sat., Nov. 17, 2012 in a Lebanon, Va. nursing facility. Born Aug. 31, 1915 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Ira and Sally Honaker Hess. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of Miller Hill Primitive Baptist Church. She was a member of Finney Senior Citizens and enjoyed spending time gardening. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hoby Wallace and 15 brothers and sisters. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include one daughter, Ona Mae Miller and husband, Dewayne of Swords Creek; two sons, Robert Lee Wallace and wife, Phyllis of Swords Creek and James Carl Wallace and wife, Shirley of Honaker; four grandchildren, Lee Saunders, Marlynn Ball, Pamela Roberson, and Denise Leftwich; five great-grandchildren, Savannah Roberson, Skylar Roberson, Brittany Austin, Katelyn Tilley, and Zachary

Leftwich; three step-great-grandchildren, Madison Wilson, Trenton Wilson, and Evan Wilson; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va. with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Don Stacy officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She married Hoby Lee Wallace 17 Sep 1938. Born 19 Dec 1909. Died 8 Sep 1991. Children:

i. Robert Lee[7]. Born 29 Nov 1940. He married Phyllis Unknown.ii. James Carl. Born 29 Nov 1944. He married Shirley Unknown.

197.xii. iii. Ona Mae. Born 18 Mar 1947.

198.iii. Elizabeth Belle[6] Honaker (called Lizzie) (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 May 1908 near Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 31 May 1991 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Marshall Family Cem., unknown place.

Minutes, 180th Annual Session of the Regular Primitive Baptist Washington District Association, held with Salem Church, Bandy, Tazewell Co., Va., 6–8 Sep 1991, with photograph: Elizabeth H. Gilbert was born in 1908 in Russell County, passed away May 31, 1991 in Russell County Medical Center at age 83. She was a life long resident of Russell County. She joined the Primitive Baptist Church at New Garden in Jun 1924, being baptized by Elder Leck Evans. Sister Lizzie was a faithful member as long as her health permitted. She wrote a beautiful, long letter pertaining to our Lord and Savior, the beautiful earth He made for us and sweet thoughts about our resurrection from the dead, to live in a better place. Her husband, Benny Gilbert, preceded her in death. Left to mourn this blessed mother and sister in the Lord are six daughters, Gerry, Mildred, Mary Lou, Jean, Eva and Linda; also two sons, Robert and Garnett; one sister, Maryzell; two brothers, Claude and Frank. Also left are 27 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Sleep on dear mother, you deserve the rest. Many friends at church miss you, our loss is your gain. Funeral services were conducted in Russell County Funeral Home Chapel in Lebanon, Va. Elders James Moore, Curtis Owens and Willard Owens officiated. Grandsons served as pallbearers. She was laid to rest in a beautiful country Cem., the Marshall Family Cem.. Written by Sister Sue Joyce.

She married Benjamin Franklin Gilbert (called Bennie). Children:

198.iii. i. Robert (called Poodle)[7]. Born ca. 1927. ii. Mildred. Died before 1999. She married Unknown Marshall. iii. Mary Lou. She married Unknown Booher.iv. Eva. She married Unknown Mettee. v. Geraldine. She married Unknown Bladen. vi. Jean. She married Unknown Buck. vii. Linda. She married Unknown Sylvia. viii. Garnett.

198.ix. Harry George[6] Honaker (called Lizzie) (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Feb 1926 in Honaker, Va. Died 7 Oct 1980 in Bristol, Va..

He married Geraldine Mullins (called Gerry), daughter of Arvil A. Mullins and Bessie Unknown. Born 15 May 1929. Died 7 Jan 2007 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Arvil Mullins Family Cem., Pound, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Jan 2007: Geraldine “Gerry” Honaker, 77, passed away Sun., Jan. 7, 2007 at the Wellmont Hospice House, Bristol, Tenn. Mrs. Honaker was a former employee of Pioneer Chevrolet, Abingdon, Va., and attended Scenic Park Baptist Church, Bristol, Va. Geraldine was preceded in death by her husband, Harry G. Honaker, Bristol, Va.; her parents, Arvil A. and Bessie Mullins; three brothers, Douglas Mullins Sr., Raleigh Mullins and Gaylon Mullins; and a sister, Cuba Ann Mullins, all of Wise Co., Va. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Harry Jason and Sandra Honaker, Gate City, Va.; a daughter and son-in-law, Jill and Jonathan Countiss, Norman, Okla.; two step-grandsons, Kenny Howe, Gate City, Va. and Erma Strouth and husband Philmon, Wise, Va.; three brothers, Shelcy Mullins Sr. and wife Ella Jane, Wise, Va.; Wallace Mullins Sr. and wife Deborah, Pound, Va., and Turl Mullins, Pound, Va.; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends and loved ones to mourn her passing. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wed., Jan. 10, 2007 in the Sadie Baker Memorial Chapel of Baker Funeral Home with the Elder Willie Cantrell. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until time of services Wed., Jan. 10, 2007 at Baker Funeral Home, Pound, Va. Family and friends will meet at 1:30 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 11, 2007 at Baker Funeral Home to go in procession to the Arvil Mullins Family Cem., Pound, Va., for a 2 p.m. graveside service. Pallbearers will be Shelcy Mullins Jr., Douglas Mullins Jr., Greg Cross, Wallace Mullins Jr., Rondall Mullins and Michael Cross.

Children:

i. Harry Jason[7]. In 2007 he lived in Gate City, Va. He married Sandra Unknown.ii. Jill. In 2007 she lived in Norman, Okla. She married Jonathan Countiss.

199.iii. Bessie Belle[6] Honaker (called Betty) (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jul 1908 in Honaker, Va. Died 30 Sep 1989 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Buried in Glen Haven Memorial Park, Glen Burnie, Md.

Maryland Gazette, Glen Burnie, Md., 7 Oct 1989: Funeral services for Betty “Bess” H. Crawford, nee Honaker, were held Thursday at Singleton Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Crawford, formerly of Glen Burnie, died Sept. 30 in St. Petersburg, Fla., following a lengthy illness. The cause of death was not available. She was 81. Born and educated in Honaker, Va., she lived in Glen Burnie for eight years before moving to St. Petersburg 10 years ago. She was employed as a telephone operator supervisor at Curtis Bay Coast Guard Yard until her retirement in 1962. Among her memberships were Clearview United Methodist Church in Florida, Rod & Gun Club and Kenneth City Association. She was also a real estate agent in Glen Burnie. She enjoyed compiling the History of Russell Co., Va., reading, writing, needlework and gardening. Preceded in death by her husband, Morris P. Crawford, she is survived by one son, Hugh Michael Crawford of Brooksville, Fla.; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Lloyd Hess of Severna Park; and two sisters, Lois Day of Solley and Pearl Myer of Lucasville, Ohio. Burial was in Glen Haven Memorial Park and the Rev. Dwight Scheesley conducted the services.

She married Morris Phillip Crawford, son of Robert L. Crawford and Dora Shelton of Richlands, Va., 25 Apr 1930. Born 14 Jul 1911 in Richlands. Died 12 Jul 1982 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Buried in Glen Haven Memorial Park, Glen Burnie. Children:

199.iii. i. Hubert Michael[7] (called Mike (adopted). He changed his name to Hugh Michael.

208.ii. Emmett[6] Honaker (called Em) (James Monroe[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Jul 1923 in Bluefield, W.Va. Em graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School in 1943. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1946 during World War II. His Army group was aboard ship in the Pacific Ocean enroute to an invasion of mainland Japan when the war ended. The group was the first to land there and became part of the Army of Occupation. Em spent the rest of his military service in Japan and was discharged on return to the U.S. From 1951 to 1957, he worked for the Bridge and Building Department of the Norfolk & Western (N&W) Railroad. From 1957 to 1984, he worked for the Marine Department of the Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Railroad. His hobbies include collecting, repairing and refurbishing railroad memorabilia to like-new condition.

He married Lucille Hubbard (called Cil), Martin descendant #184.v., his childhood sweetheart, 27 Sep 1946 in Lebanon, Va. The marriage service was conducted by the same Reverend Stinson who performed the wedding service for his mother and daddy. Cil graduated from Honaker High School in 1942. She and Em celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 1996 and live in Hampton, Va. There were no children.

210.i. Margaret Carol[6] Rucker (called Ducky) (Ina Mae[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Feb 1933 in Roanoke, Va. She graduated from Jenkins [Ky.] High School in 1949. She was a homemaker, but worked as a store clerk for several years. In 2001she lived in Lexington, Ky., was a member of McRoberts [Ky.] Missionary Baptist Church, and her interests included computing, crocheting, knitting and reading.

She married Willard R. Johnson Jr., son of Willard R. Johnson and Hannah Mae Osborne, 29 May 1950 in Pikeville, Ky. The Willards had only the middle initial, no middle name. Born 3 May 1927 in Etty, Pike Co., Ky. Died 17 Jun 1996 at home in McRoberts, Ky. He completed the eighth grade at McRoberts [Ky.] School and was a coal miner. He was a member of McRoberts Missionary Baptist Church, played guitar for his own pleasure, and enjoyed reading the Bible. Children:

210.i. i. Sharon Kay[7]. Born 19 Jul 1951 in McRoberts, Ky. 210.i. ii. Ina Carole (called Carole). Born 19 Aug 1952 in Seco, Ky.210.i. iii. Michael Wayne. Born 19 Nov 1954 in Norton, Va.210.i. iv. Margaret Lynne (called Lynne). Born 29 Apr 1956 in Whitesburg, Ky.210.i. v. Lisa Gail. Born 3 May 1960 in Whitesburg.

211.ii. Clarence[6] Honaker (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Myrtle Mae Ball. Children:

211.ii. i. Ralph Steele[7]. Born ca. 1930 in Russell Co., Va. 211.ii. ii. Charlie.

iii. Kenneth. iv. Mary.

211.ii. v. Kyle Lewis. Born 3 Apr 1928. He lived in Russell Co., Va.vi. Patty. She married Unknown Shortridge.

211.ii. vii. Betty. Born 6 Dec 1934 in Lebanon, Va. 211.ii. viii. Donald (called Mouse). Born 7 Feb 1938.

211.iii. Taze[6] Honaker (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married, first, Grace E.[6] Honaker, daughter of Silas Burke and Visa Mae (Miller) Honaker (Martin[1]). Born 9

Feb 1910. Died of kidney infection following the birth of her son Silas, who died a few weeks later. Children:

211.iii. i. Darleen Marie[7]. Born 21 Nov 1926 in Honaker, Va.211.iii. ii. Chester Lee. Born 18 Mar 1928 in Honaker, Va.211.iii. iii. Billie Dove.

iv. Silas Burton. Died at 13 days. Buried near his mother.

He married, second Edna May Cox. Children:

211.iii. v. Brenda.

211.iv. Estel[6] Honaker (called Chick) (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died in 1950. He married Mabel Ball Clark. She was previously married to Harvey Clark and had two children in that marriage,

Edith Lee Clark and Dewey Clark. Children (of Chick and Mabel):

i. Pearline[7]. Born and died ca. 1932. Lived several months. Buried in Henry Ball farm Cem., River Mountain section, Honaker, Va.

212.i. Hattie Lee[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Oct 1907 in Russell Co., Va. Died 26 Oct 2006 in Lebanon, Russell County. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. She graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School in 1927 and lived most of her life on the family farm at Lewis Creek and the Clinch River near Honaker, Va. In her later years she loved poems and nursery rhymes and read the Bible frequently.

Lebanon [Va.] News, unknown date: Mrs. Hattie Lee Taylor, age 98, of the Lewis Creek section of Honaker, Va., passed away Thurs., Oct. 26, 2006 in a Lebanon, Va. hospital. Born Oct. 27, 1907 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Henry and Rosa C. Hess Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church of Honaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Taylor, and one sister, Mollie Mae Frazier. Survivors include three daughters, Ruth Brackenrich and her husband, George of Rupert, W.Va., Patty Taylor of the home, and Phyllis Artrip and her husband, Bill of Bristol, Va.; five sons, Clyde Taylor and his wife, Eloise of Newberry, S.C., Glenn Taylor and his wife, Louise, of Honaker, Wayne Taylor of Honaker, Billy Taylor and his wife, Jerilyne of Maryland, and Douglas Taylor of Lebanon; two sisters, Amanda Painter of Blacksburg and India Belle Bevins of Pikeville, Ky.; special friends, Mable Jane Baldwin, Betty Robinette, and Barbara Taylor; several grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Vonley Pruitt and Rev. Larry Stinson officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Darrell Taylor, John Taylor, Joseph Romano, Kenneth Artrip, Gary Stinson, and Wayne Luttrell.

She married Charlie Taylor 15 Mar 1930 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

i. Ruth[7]. She married George Brackenrich and in 2007 lived in Rupert, W.Va.ii. Patty. In 2007 she lived in Honaker, Va.iii. Phyllis. She married Bill Artrip and in 2007 lived in Bristol, Va.iv. Clyde. He married Eloise Unknown and in 2007 lived in Newberry, S.C.v. Glenn. He married Louise Unknown and in 2007 lived in Honaker, Va.vi. Wayne. In 2007 he lived in Honaker.vii. Billy. He married Jerilyne Unknown and in 2007 lived in Maryland.viii. Douglas. In 2007 he lived in Lebanon, Va.

212.iv. India Belle[6] Honaker (called Inky) (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 8 May 1916 in Honaker, Va. Died 28 Mar 2016 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy, Pike Co., Ky.

Williamson [W.Va.] Daily News, 29 Mar 2016: India Belle Honaker Bevins (Inky), 99 of Pikeville, Ky., passed away Mon., March 28, 2016. She had resided at Cedar Creek Assisted Living for the past eight years. Born May 8, 1916, at

Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Henry and Priscilla Hess Honaker. In addition to her parents, India was preceded in death by her husband, E.M. Bevins; her son, Jack Bevins; and three sisters. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Pat Bevins; two granddaughters, Jenifer Bevins McCoy (Mike McCoy) of Pikeville and Jan Bevins Childers (Steve Childers) of Norton, Va.; a grandson, Chris Bevins (Lisa Bevins) of Jacksonville, N.C.; three great-granddaughters, Erin Austin, Meredith Metzger, and Maura McCoy; a great-grandson, Nicholas Childers, and a great-great-grandson, Jackson Austin. India was the oldest surviving member of the Salem Regular Baptist Church, which was founded by her father-in-law, Jonah Bevins. India lived in South Williamson, Ky., for more than 50 years where she was a homemaker, seamstress, and also worked for a period of time with her son, Jack, who owned and operated Bevins’ Market and Deli. For the past 22 years India had resided in Pikeville where she enjoyed taking care of her own lawn and tending to her flowers and vegetable garden. She could regularly be seen taking her daily walk thru her neighborhood and for the past eight years at Cedar Creek Assisted Living where she continued to be very active and walk the hallways and grounds daily. God has blessed her with good health and longevity for the past 99 years and now she has been rewarded with eternal peace, joy, and comfort in His presence. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 31, at R.E. Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Danny Runyan and Bro. Morgan Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain View Memory Gardens at Huddy, Ky., with Chris Bevins, Mike McCoy, Steve Childers, Nicholas Childers, Brad Austin, and Kevin Metzger serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 1–2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, prior to the funeral service. Online condolences are available at www.rerogersfuneralhome.com. R.E. Rogers Funeral Home at Belfry, Ky., is in charge of arrangements.

She married E.M. Bevins, son of Jonah Bevins. Died before 2016. Children:

212.iv. i. Jack[7]. Died before 2016. He married Pat Unknown.

212.v. Alvin Cecil[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1929 in Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Jan 1991 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park, Roanoke. The funeral home program stated that services were at Oakey’s North Chapel, Roanoke, 1 p.m. Sat., 12 Jan 1991.

He married, first, Mae Belle Unknown. She brought a child to the marriage, Dorothy Wood. Children:

i. Penny[7]. She married Unknown Wyatt.ii. Alvin Cecil, Jr.

He married, second, Winnie McPeak, daughter of Henry Wise McPeak and Victoria Turman. Born 12 Nov 1927 in Hillsville, Carroll Co., Va. Died 21 Dec 2013 in Martinsville, Henry Co., Va. Entombed in Roselawn Abbey, Martinsville.

Carroll News, Hillsville, Va., 22 Dec 2013: Winnie McPeak Honaker, 86, of 103 Inman Street, Martinsville, Va., died Sat., Dec. 21 at her home. Born Nov. 12, 1927 in Hillsville, Va., she was the daughter of the late Henry Wise McPeak and Victoria Turman McPeak and was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Randolph Pillars and later by her second husband, Alvin Cecil Honaker and a son, Melvin Randolph Pillars; two sisters and seven brothers. Mrs. Honaker attended the First Church of God and had retired after 39 years of service from DuPont in the spinnerette department. Surviving are a daughter, Penny Honaker Wyatt of Martinsville; two sons, Stephen Austin Pillars of Summerfield, N.C. and Alvin Cecil Honaker, Jr. of Moneta, Va.; three grandchildren, Stephen Austin Pillars, Jr., Lauren Elizabeth Wyatt and James Tyler Wyatt and a great-grandson, Stephen Austin Pillars, III. The funeral will be conducted from First Church of God, Tue., Dec. 24, 2013 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Charles Childers officiating. Entombment will be in Roselawn Abbey. The family will receive friends at the church Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. prior to the service and at other times at the home of her daughter, Penny Wyatt, 1005 River Forest Place, Martinsville. The family requests memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, Va. 24115. The Honaker family is being served by the Martinsville Chapel of Norris Funeral Services and Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.NorrisFuneral.com.

212.vi. Marie[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Feb 1931 in Russell Co., Va. Died 17 May 1989 in York, S.C. Buried in Greenlawn Cem., Columbia, S.C.

Unknown newspaper and date: York—Mrs. Marie H. Smith, 58, of Rt. 1, P.O. Box 1124, died May 17, 1989, at her residence. Funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Clay Doyle and the Rev. Wallace Tinsley officiating. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cem. in Columbia at 2:30 p.m. Mrs. Smith was a native of Honaker, Va. She was a homemaker and member of First Presbyterian Church. Survivors are her husband, Dr. Ellison Smith Jr.; son, Ellison Smith III of Columbia; daughter, Mrs. Mary Page Singleton of Myrtle Beach; a number of brothers and sisters; and two grandchildren. Instead of flowers, the family requests memorials to First Presbyterian, 10 W. Liberty St., York, S.C., 29745; Filbert Presbyterian Church of America, 2066 U.S. 321 North, York, S.C., 29745; York Place, 234 Kings Mountain St., York, S.C. 29745; and York County Hospice, P.O. Box 2742, Cherry Road Station, Rock Hill, S.C., 29731.

The funeral program gave pallbearers as James Shelley, John Beason, Scott Enzor, Gary Cooke, Luther Enzor and Cooper Williams.

Unknown newspaper and date: Marie Smith, 54, Dies in York Mrs. Marie Smith, 54, of 207 Robin Ln., died May 17, 1989, at her home after a long illness. York Funeral

Home is handling arrangements, which were incomplete Wednesday night. Mrs. Smith was the wife of Dr. Ellison Smith, York Schools superindendent. The Smiths moved to York in 1986 from Orangeburg County, where Dr. Smith was superintendent of the Elloree School District.

York school board Chairman W.G. Sandifer said he and other school officials would miss Mrs. Smith. “Marie was a true lady,” he said. “She was ver supportive of Ellison’s work with the schools, and they were very close until the very end….We will miss her very much.” --Dan Huntley

Unknown newspaper and date: York schools mourn superintendent’s wifeTwo school programs scheduled for Thursday night were canceled as the York school community mourned

the loss of Marie H. Smith, wife of school superintendent Dr. Ellison M. Smith Jr. Mrs. Smith, 58, of Rt. 1, Box 1124, died Wed., May 17, 1989, at her home after a year-long bout with cancer. The funeral will be 11 a.m. today at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Clay Doyle officiating and the Rev. Wallace Tinsley assisting. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. today at Greenlawn Cem. in Columbia. Margaret Love, a close friend of Mrs. Smith, called her “quite a lady.”

“She had a wonderful family and was fortunate she never had to get outside help,” Mrs. Love said.Dr. Bill Sandifer, school board chairman, said Mrs. Smith will be greatly missed. “Every time I saw her she

was cheery and radiant,” Sandifer said. Other board members also expressed their condolences.“This is a tough time for everyone,” said Melinda McKeown. “Our hearts go out to the family.”The district showed its respects by postponing the Winter and Spring Athletic banquet at York

Comprehensive High until next Thursday and by delaying a choral program at Harold C. Johnson Elementary until May 29. The Smiths moved to York in 1986 from Orangeburg County, where Smith served as superintendent of the Elloree School district. Smith also had school jobs in Conway, Decatur, Ga., and Columbia.

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and a member of First Presbyterian Church. Surviving are her husband; her son, Ellison M. Smith III of Columbia; her daughter, Mary Page Singleton

of Myrtle Beach; a number of brothers and sisters; and two grandchildren. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 10 W. Liberty St., York, S.C., 29745; Filbert Presbyterian Church, 2066 N. Highway 321, York, S.C., 29745; York County Hospice, P.O. Box 2742, CRS, Rock Hill, S.C. 29731; or York Place, 234 Kings Mountain St., York, S.C. 29745.

York Funeral Home is in charge.

She married Ellison M. Smith Jr., son of Ellison Smith and Unknown. Children:

i. Ellison M.[7] IIIii. Mary. She married Unknown Singleton.

212.vii. Arnold William[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Mar 1932 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Dec 2016 in Florida. Cremains interred in Arlington [Va.] National Cem.

Cary Hand Colonial Funeral Home, Orlando, Fla., 9 Jan 2017: Arnold William Honaker, 84, went to be with his Lord, Mon., Dec. 5, 2016. Born in Honaker, Va., to Henry and Mary (Cook) Honaker on March 27, 1932, Arnold heard his country’s call at a very young age. Starting at the age of 16, Arnold enlisted and finally retired from his military duties from the U.S. Army in 1968. A brief memorial service for Arnold is scheduled for 12 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 11, 2016 at Central Christian Church, 250 S.W. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, Fla., immediately following worship services with a continuation of stories and memories shared with the family with a reception and refreshments served to follow.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 2017, with photograph: Arnold W. Honaker, 84, died Dec. 5, 2016 after a short illness. Born in Honaker, Va., March 27, 1932, he served 20 years in the U.S. Army. The family lived in Germany for two tours of duty, North Carolina, Georgia, New Mexico and Arizona before retiring to Orlando, Fla. His work career was completed as an electronic associate at Rollins College, Winter Park, Fla. He was a Mason, Scottish Rite and Shriners. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Glenita, son Donald and daughter Debbie, five grandchildren, two great grandsons, and four sisters. A service of gratitude for his life was held at Central Christian Church, Orlando, Fla. Cremains burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home, Orlando, Fla., 9 Jan 2017: Arnold William Honaker, 84, went to be with his Lord, Mon., Dec. 5, 2016. Born in Honaker, Va., to Henry and Mary (Cook) Honaker on March 27, 1932, Arnold heard his country’s call at a very young age. Starting at the age of 16, Arnold enlisted and finally retired from his military duties from the U.S. Army in 1968. A brief memorial service for Arnold is scheduled for 12 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 11, 2016 at Central Christian Church, 250 S.W. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando, Fla., immediately following worship services with a continuation of stories and memories shared with the family with a reception and refreshments served to follow.

In retirement, he and his family lived in Orlando, Fla. He took a general equivalency diploma and enlisted in the U.S. Army in Richlands, Va., retiring 1 Oct 1968 at Ft. Gordon, Ga., as a sergeant first class with 20 years of service. During his career he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, and Good Conduct Medal with four oak leaf clusters. He was an electrical technician in the Army whose service included duty in Vietnam, Korea and the Dominican Republic.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 2016, with photographs: 65th Anniversary—Arnold and Glenita Honaker celebrated 65 years of marriage March 25, 2016. They were married in a Ft. Benning, Ga., chapel. After 20 years of military service, three tours of duty in Germany, Korea and Vietnam, plus several tours in the U.S., they retired to Orlando, Fla., in 1968. The 65th anniversary was observed with special music and recognition with their son Donald and daughter Debbie attending at Central Christian Church. All their local relatives were invited for a family dinner. Five grandchildren and two great grandsons live in Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee and Georgia. One granddaughter is in the U.S. Coast Guard and one is in the Kentucky National Guard.

He married Glenita Jean Rathbun, daughter of Glenn Allen Rathbun and Bonita Teresa Miller, 25 Mar 1951 at Ft. Benning, Muscogee Co., Ga. Born 1 Dec 1930 in Santa Ana, Orange Co., Calif. Children:

212.vii. i. Donald Marion[7]. Born 20 Dec 1952 at Ft. Benning, Chattahoochee Co., Ga.212.vii. ii. Deborah Jean. Born 4 Sep 1954 in Stuttgart, Germany.

212.viii. Anna Louise[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Aug 1933. In 2012 she lived in Honaker, Va.

She married Mid Joseph Musick, son of Alden Musick and Belle Saylor, 7 Feb 1950 in Lebanon, Va. Born 11 Jan 1923. Children:

212.viii. i. Jacqueline Lee. Born 17 Feb 1951 at home in the Tunnel Hill section of Honaker, Va.212.viii. ii. Faylene Ann. Born 7 Sep 1952 at home in the Tunnel Hill section of Honaker.212.viii. iii. Mary Virginia. Born 24 Apr 1954 in Lebanon.

iv. Mid Joseph, Jr. Born 22 Apr 1956. Died Aug 1956.

212.ix. Dorothy Mae[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Feb 1935 in Honaker, Va. She completed tenth grade at Hartford High School, Croton, Ohio, then finished high school through American School of Correspondence. She was employed briefly at Croton Hardware, Croton Restaurant and Heartland Care Center, Centerburg, Ohio. She was a member of Croton Independent Church of Christ and lived in Centerburg, Ohio.

She married Charles Robert Cochran, son of James Cochran and Esther Bostic, both of Pike Co., Ky., 14 Aug 1952 in Honaker, Va. He graduated from Hartford High School, Croton, then was employed by Hanna Paint Co., Columbus, Ohio, from 1952 to 1956. He enlisted in the Army National Guard 14 Feb 1956 and worked full time as a National Guard technician and member for 38 years until Mar 1994, retiring as a sergeant first class. He attended Aberdeen [Md.] Military Calibration School as a technician and other training courses. He belonged to Croton Independent Church of Christ, where he was seniors class leader and an elder for over 40 years. Children:

212.ix. i. Anita Lurae[7]. Born 3 Aug 1954 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.ii. Glenna Jean. Born 3 Nov 1955 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. She lived in Columbus in 2010.

She married Norman W. Hilling, son of Chester Arthur Hilling and Ada Bell Murray, 2 Oct 1993 in West Jefferson, Ohio.

212.ix. iii. Mark Robert. Born 24 Sep 1962 in Columbus, Ohio. 212.ix. iv. Kendra Evon. Born 1 Jul 1972 in Columbus, Ohio.

212.x. Betty Ruth[6] Honaker (Henry[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jan 1936. In 2008 she lived in Jacksonville, Fla.

She married, first, Joe Compton. Children:

i. Lucille[7].ii. Bobby.

She married, second, Howard Lewis Ball, son of Bailey Lewis Ball and Unknown.She married, third Bryus Ponas.

213.i. Jonas[6] Honaker (Otis[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jan 1904 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 28 Jun 1988 in Elkton, Cecil Co., Md.

He married Lori Bell Hale 1927 in Russell County. Born 24 May 1907. Buried in Elkton. Children:

213.i. i. Perry Melvin[7]. Born 22 Jul 1928. ii. Faye. Born 6 Jun 1931. Died 16 May 1978.iii. Leona Gail. Born 24 Mar 1934 (also reported as 26 Mar 1932).iv. James. Born 3 Mar 1938.v. Unknown.

213.iii. Leona[6] Honaker (Otis[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Nov 1908 in Honaker. Died 21 Jul 2001 in Christiansburg, Va. Buried in White Gate Cem., White Gate, Giles Co., Va.

She married Larry Dalford Woodyard 10 Aug 1927 in Pulaski, Pulaski Co., Va. Born 6 Mar 1907 in White Gate, Giles Co., Va. Died 9 Mar 1962 in White Gate. Buried in White Gate Cem.. Children:

i. Dalford Allen[7]. Born 14 Apr 1928 in White Gate. Died 14 Aug 1995 in Pearisburg, Giles Co., Va. He married Elsie Caldwell 22 Dec 1990 in Pembroke, Giles County.

ii. Robert Raymond. Born 18 Dec 1934 in White Gate. He married Inez Stevens 24 Jun 1946 in Bane, Giles County.

213.iii. iii. Mary Kay. Born 4 May 1946 in Pearisburg, Giles Co., Va.

213.iv. Henry Ellis[6] Honaker (Otis[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Jul 1911 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 5 Jul 1971 in Maryland. He married Mary Gibson. Children:

i. Junior[7]. Born 14 Nov 1939.ii. Otis Lee. Born May 1942. Died 1957.

213.viii. Eula May[6] Honaker (twin) (Otis[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Mar 1919 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. In 2005 she was living.

She married Paul Estel Fuller 3 Jul 1936 in Elkton, Md. Children:

i. Paul Stephen[7]. Born 4 Jun 1944.ii. Phyllis Lou. Born 6 Apr 1947. She married Herman Pennington.iii. Ruth Helen. Born 21 Jan 1954. She married Dave Duchesne.

214.ii. Marvin[6] Honaker (Walter[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 11 Jun 1910 in the vicinity of Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Jul 1987 in Richmond, Ind.

He married, first, Della May Ball, daughter of James Ball and Nora Honaker, 20 Apr 1927 in Virginia or Kentucky. Born 27 Jul 1912 in Russell County. Died Nov 1942 in Boyle Co., Ky. Buried in Boyle County. Children:

214.ii. i. Ethel Bernice[7]. Born 20 Apr 1929 in Boyle County.214.ii. ii. James Donald. Born 7 Jul 1931 in Parksville, Boyle County.214.ii. iii. Marvin Darrell. Born 11 Aug 1938 in Parksville.

He married, second, Edith Unknown.

214.iv. Clara Elizabeth[6] Honaker (Walter[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Sep 1913 in Honaker, Va. Died 24 Aug 2011 in Primos, Delaware Co., Pa. Buried in Lawn Croft Cem., Linwood, Pa.

Delaware County Daily Times, Primos, Pa., 26 Aug 2011: Clara Elizabeth King, 97, of Boothwyn, Pa., died on Aug. 24, 2011 at Fair Acres Geriatric Center. Born to the late Walter and Susan Miller Honaker in Honaker, Va., she resided with her son since 2008 in Boothwyn, Pa., previously residing in Garden City, Wallingford, Pa. In her earlier years, she worked for the Chester Penn 5 & 10 in Chester as a clerk. Clara is a member of Chichester Baptist Church and she loved crocheting and crafts. She is preceded in death by her husband Luther R. King who died in 2000; son Elvin King; daughter Delores Loretta; two grandchildren, Kathleen King and Charlotte Chaires. Survivors: son Raymond (Josephine) King of Boothwyn, Pa.; daughters Faytha (Richard) Chaires of Georgetown, Del. and Oneda (Michael) DeFonzo of Milton, Del.; sister Thelma Baugh of Danville, Ky.; brother Melvin (Mary) Honaker of Lexington, Ky.; 16 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren. Services: Wednesday, 11 a.m. at the Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd., Garnet

Valley, Pa. Visitation: Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m. at the Pagano Funeral Home. Interment: Lawn Croft Cem., Linwood, Pa. Contributions: Alzheimers Research Association at www.Alzheimersresearchassociation.com Online condolences: www.paganofuneralhome.com

She married Luther R. King. Died 2000. Children:

i. Elvin[7].ii. Delores Loretta.iii. Raymond. He married Josephine Unknown.

214.iv. iv. Faytha. She married Richard Chaires.v. Oneda. She married Michael DeFonzo.

214.v. Nathan Easterly[6] Honaker (Walter[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Apr 1915. Died 10 Nov 1998.

He married Grace Ellen Ball. Died of cancer at the age of 42. Children:

214.v. i. Lenora Mae[7].

214.x. Thelma Mae[6] Honaker (Walter[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Jan 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 26 Jul 2016 in Parksville, Boyle C o., Ky. Buried in Parksville Cemetery.

Stith Funeral Home, Danville, Ky., 28 Jul 2016: Thelma Mae Honaker Baugh, 92, of Parksville, died Tue., July 26, 2016. Born Jan. 18, 1924 in Honaker, Va., she was the daughter of Walter and Suzie Miller Honaker. Thelma was a homemaker who was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a Baptist and read her Bible everyday, sometimes to her family members. She liked to cross stitch. In addition to her parents, Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Eli Samuel Baugh, a daughter-in-law, Betty A. Baugh, four brothers, Melvin, Marvin, Nathan and Hassel and three sisters, Cynthia, Clara and Hazel. Thelma is survived by a son, Warren Samuel Baugh of Parksville, three granddaughters, Peggy Warren of Perryville, Angie Harrison of Parksville, and Sheryl Franklin of Stanford, five great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren, and one great-great-great grandchild. The funeral will be 11 a.m., Sat., July 30, 2016, at Stith Funeral Home, Danville. Rev. Phillip Coffman will officiate. Burial will follow in Parksville Cemetery. Visitation is after 5 p.m. Fri., July 29, 2016, at Stith Funeral Home, Danville.

She married Eli Samuel Baugh. Died before 2016. Children:

214.x. i. Warren Samuel[7].

214.xi. Melvin Banner[6] Honaker (Walter[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Feb 1926 in Parksville, Boyle Co., Ky. Died 18 Jun 2016 in Harrodsburg, Mercer Co., Ky. Buried Ebenezer Church of Christ Cem., Harrodsburg.

Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home, Harrodsburg, Ky., 1 Jul 2016: Melvin Banner Honaker, 90, husband of the late Vivian Montgomery Honaker, died Sat., June 18, 2016 at the James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital. Born Feb. 18, 1926 in Boyle County, he was the son of the late Walter and Susan Miller Honaker. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and had been a welder for Sellers Engineering and a machinist at Jeff Boat. He was a member of the Christ Centered Church and enjoyed working on old clocks and playing guitar. Survivors include five daughters: Connie (Donnie) Pigman of Harrodsburg, Joann (Stephen) Robinson of Mercer County, Debra Tevis of Perryville, Wanda (Fletcher) Walker of Scottsburg, Ind., and Clara (Dean) Kelshaw of Crothersville, Ind. One son Melvin Honaker, Jr. of Clarksville, Ind., one sister Thelma Baugh of Mitchellsburg, three step daughters: Carol Sue McGoldrick of Hampton, Ohio, Dorothea Turner and Sharon Catlett of Lexington, 23 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Harrington Honaker, one daughter Shirley Crowe, three brothers, three sisters, and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Fri., June 24, 2016 at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home with Doug Davis officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be held in Ebenezer Church of Christ Cemetery with Joe Moore, Jr. Moore, Barry Robinson, Klain Robinson, Eric Pigman, Tony Crowe, and Timmy Crowe serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday and after 7 a.m. Friday at the Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home. To share your memories or to send a message to the family, please visit www.alexanderandroyalty.com.

He married Vivian Montgomery. Died before 2016. Children:

i. Shirley[7]. Died before 2016. She married Unknown Crowe.ii. Connie. She married Donnie Pigman.iii. Joann. She married Stephen Robinson.iv. Debra. She married Unknown Tevis.

v. Wanda. She married Fletcher Walker.vi. Clara. She married Dean Kelshaw.vii. Melvin Banner, Jr.

217.iv. Taze Leonard[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Mar 1918 in Honaker, Va. Died 7 Mar 1992. He served in World War II.

He married, first, Hattie Marie Ray. Children:

217.iv. i. Danny Ray[7]. Born 20 Jun 1948 in Finney, Russell Co., Va.

He married, second, Audrey McGlothlin Taylor.

217.v. Paul Denton[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Nov 1919 in Honaker, Va. Died 20 Jun 2005 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Dye Cem., Finney, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 22 Jun 2005: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Paul Denton Price, age 85, of the Finney section, passed away Mon., June 20, 2005, in a Kingsport hospital. Born Nov. 26, 1919 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Samuel Columbus and Myrtie Lee Honaker Price. A lifelong resident of the area, he was of the Baptist faith and was a farmer. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in World War II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Richard Lee Price; three brothers, Taze Price, Douglas Price and Otis Banner Price; and three sisters, Betty Honaker, Elgie Wolford and Dosie Mae Peevy. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Kathleen Price of the home; four daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and George Raevsky of Spotsylvania, Va., Judy and Herb Schneider of Robbinsville, N.J., Audrey Pauline and Gary Hart, and Lena and Terry Dye, all of Honaker; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Gary and Jean Price of Council, Va., Billy and Joyce Price of Honaker and James Price of the home; two sisters, Molly Johnson of Cream Ridge, N.J., and Mary Ellen Sauls of Honaker; five brothers, Grady Price of Pounding Mill, Henry Price and George Price, both of Honaker, John Lee Price of South Carolina, and Coy Price of Baptist Valley, Va.; 11 grandchildren; one expected great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Stephen Musick and Rev. Michael Dye officiating. Interment will follow in the Dye Cem. at Finney, Va. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Wednesday.

He married, first, Margaret Hurd.He married, second, Audrey Kathleen Harris (called Kathleen), daughter of Walter Lambert Harris and Virgie Mae

Crabtree, ca. 1948. Born 14 Sep 1926 in Russell Co., Va. Died 25 Jan 2006 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Dye Cem., Finney, Va.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 26 Jan 2006: Honaker, Va.—Mrs. Audrey Kathleen Price, age 79, passed away

Wed., Jan. 25, 2006, in a Lebanon hospital. Born Sept. 14, 1926, in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Walter Lambert and Virgie Mae Crabtree Harris. She had spent most of her life in the area and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Price, her stepfather, Harmon Harris, one son, Richard Price, one brother, Douglas Harris, and one half-sister, Goldie Baldwin. Survivors include four daughters, Linda Raevsky and her husband George of Spotsylvania, Judy Schneider and her husband Herb of Robbinsville, N.J., Audrey Pauline Hart and her husband Gary and Lena Dye and her husband Terry, all of Honaker; three sons, Gary Price and his wife Jean of Council, Billy Price and his wife Joyce and James Price, all of Honaker; six sisters, Dorothy Duty of Cedar Bluff, Jewell Densmore of Honaker, Norma Jean Vance of Rosedale, Sue Gloriso of Baltimore, Patsy Herring of Charlotte, N.C., and Sylvia Sue Tiller of East Bend, N.C.; five brothers, Dallas Harris of Honaker, Don Harris of Lebanon, Dennis Harris of Germantown, Md., Danny Harris of Honaker and Maynard Lambert of Hansonville; 11 grandchildren, one great-grandson; one foster great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with the Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment will follow in the Dye Cem. at Finney. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday.

Children:

217.v. i. Gary[7]. 217.v. ii. Linda Gay.

iii. Richard Lee. Died before 2005.217.v. iv. Judy.

v. Audrey Pauline. She married Gary Hart. 217.v. vi. Lena. 217.v. vii. Billy.

viii. James.

217.vi. Grady Elbert[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 14 Aug 1921 in Honaker, Va. Died 1 Jul 2014. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, unknown date: Grady Elbert Price, age 92, of Pounding Mill, Va., passed away Tue., July 1, 2014. Born Aug. 14, 1921, in Russell Co., Va., he was the son of the late Samuel (S.C.) and Myrtle Honaker Price. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a member of Cedar Bluff Community Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Eula Mae Price; a son, Harold Price; brothers, Banner Price, Taze Price, Paul Price, Henry Price, George Price, Douglas Price, and John Lee Price; sisters, Elzie Price Wolford, Betty Price Honaker, Mary Price Sauls, and Doshia Price Peevy. He is survived by one daughter, Oma Gay Meadows of Marion, Va.; brother, Coy Price and wife Clara, of Baptist Valley, Va.; sister, Mollie Price Johnson of Cream Ridge, N.J.; special friends and neighbors, Eddie and Karen Deel and their son, Jonathon, who was like a grandson to Grady and Eula; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Commonwealth Assisted Living Staff for their excellent care. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sat., July 5, 2014, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with the Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Nephews and friends will serve as pallbearers. Military graveside rites will be conducted by Casey-Shortt VFW Post 9640. The family will receive friends after 12 p.m. on Saturday. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the family of Grady Elbert Price.

He married, first, Nana Pearl Unknown. Children:

217. i. Harold Dewey[7]. Born 19 Sep 1942 in Long Beach, Calif.ii. Oma. She married Unknown Meadows.

He married, second, Eula Mae Lowe, daughter of Robert Lowe and Clara Belle Witt, ca. 1967. Born 2 Oct 1920 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 2 Sep 2013. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 4 Sep 2013: Eula Mae Price, 92, of Paintlick, Va., passed away Mon., Sept. 2, 2013. Born Oct. 2, 1920, in Tazewell Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Robert “Bob” and Clara Belle Witt Lowe. She was a member of Cedar Bluff Community Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Minnie Fullen, and two infant brothers. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Grady Price; one niece, Doris Ann May of Paintlick, Va.; special friends and neighbors, Eddie and Karen Deel and their son, Jonathon, who was like a grandson to Eula and Grady. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Thurs., Sept. 5, 2013, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel in Cedar Bluff, Va., with the Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Burial will follow at the Greenhills Mermory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Eddie Deel, Jonathon Deel, T.J. Stone, Daniel May, David Sturgill and Travis Gillespie. The family will receive friends after 12 p.m. Thursday. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the family of Eula Mae Price.

217.vii. Henry Arthur[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Jan 1923 in Honaker, Va. Died 23 Jan 2011 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Price Family Cem., Honaker, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 24 Jan 2011: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Henry Arthur Price, age 87, of the Romans Ridge section, passed away Sunday morning in an Abingdon, Va., hospital. Born Jan. 27, 1923, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Samuel Columbus and Myrtie Honaker Price. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a farmer and World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Banner, Taze, Paul and Douglas Price; and three sisters, Elgie Wolford, Elizabeth “Betty” Honaker, and Doisie Mae Peevy. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Erleen Price of the home; one daughter, Clairene Hess and husband, Johnny of Honaker; two sons, Leon Price and wife, Gwen and Larry Price and wife, Carol, all of Honaker; one sister, Molly Johnson of New Jersey, four brothers, Grady Price of Paintlick, George Price of Honaker, John Price of South Carolina, and Coy Price of Baptist Valley; seven grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. day in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Stephen Musick and Rev. Guy Harris officiating. Interment will follow in the Price Family Cem. near the home. Grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Monday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

He married Erleen Miller. Children:

217.vii. i. Clairene[7]. ii. Leon. In 2011 he lived in Honaker. He married Gwen Unknown.iii. Larry. In 2011 he lived in Honaker. He married Carol Unknown.

217.viii. George Thomas[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Jan 1925 in Honaker, Va. Died 13 Jan 2013 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Price Cem., Romans Ridge, Honaker, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 15 Jan 2013 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 23 Jan 2013: George Thomas Price, age 87, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Jan. 13, 2013 in an Abingdon, Va., nursing facility. Born Jan. 21, 1925 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Samuel and Myrtle Honaker Price. A lifelong resident of the area, he served in the U.S. Army infantry during World War II, active in combat in Italy. A disabled railroad employee with [Norfolk & Western] Railroad, he was of the Baptist faith and a member of the VFW of Honaker and Finney Senior Citizens. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Banner, Taze, Paul, Douglas, Henry and John Lee Price, and sisters, Elgie Wolford, Elizabeth (Betty) Honaker, Doisie Mae Peevy, and Mary Ellen Sauls. Survivors include one daughter, Brenda Rasnake and husband, Carlos of Lebanon; one son, Chuck Price and wife, Brenda of Brumley Gap; four grandchildren, Karla Rasnake, Joe Rasnake and wife, Crystal, Tahirih Hill and husband, Dennis, and Ben Price and wife, Kalyn; two great grandchildren, Autumn Grace Hill, and Jonas Lee Rasnake; one sister, Molly Johnson of New Jersey; two brothers, Grady Price of Paintlick and Coy Price of Baptist Valley; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Jacob Musick officiating. Interment followed in the Price Cem. in the Romans Ridge section of Honaker, Va. Military honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

He married Dorothy Harris, daughter of Harmon G. Harris and Virgie M. Unknown. Children:

i. Chuck[7]. He married Brenda Unknown.ii. Brenda. She married Carlos Rasnake.

217.x. Mary Ellen[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Jun 1928 in Honaker, Va.She married Jack Dempsey Sauls. Children:

557 i. Claire[7]. She married Henry Everett Stinson, Martin descendant #557. ii. Ed. Born 27 Jun 1951. Died 13 Jul 1951. Buried in Sauls Cem., Russell Co., Va.iii. R.C. (possibly Roy C.)iv. Minnie. She married Stephen Glen Musick, son of Henry Glen Music Jr. Stephen is a minister.

217.xi. John Lee[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar 1930 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Jul 2011 in Fort Mill, S.C. Buried in Price Cem., River Mountain section, Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Jul 2011, with photograph: Mr. John Lee Price, Sr., age 81, of 139 Brookmead Drive, Fort Mill, S.C., passed away Sat., July 2, 2011 at his home. Born March 23, 1930 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Samuel Columbus and Myrtle Honaker Price. He was a veteran in the U.S. Army. John and his wife, Martha, had a large family with seven children. He was blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a wonderful father who loved to joke with his children. He enjoyed gardening, working on his 1953 Ford truck and tinkering in his work shed. He loved to watch birds and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He liked bluegrass and country music and would frequently bribe his children to sing for him when they were young. In his younger days he loved to watch wrestling on TV, but as he grew older, he often watched the soaps with his daughters. During his life he worked in many different fields, including the Army, railroad, as a mechanic, in the logging industry, at a hospital, a fencing company and a cotton mill He was a man of many talents. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Keen Price; one son, Lonnie Price; five brothers, Banner Price, Taze Price, Paul Price, Douglas Price, and Henry Price; and four sisters, Elgie Wolford, Betty Honaker, Doisie Mae Peevy and Mary Ellen Sauls. Survivors include one son, John Lee Price, Jr.; five daughters, Patricia Street, Kathy Price, Myrtie Patterson, Tammy Ash, and Jeannie Robbins; three brothers, Grady Price, George Price, and Coy Price; one sister, Molly Johnson; 24 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Stephen Musick and Rev. Ricky Cope officiating. Interment followed in the Price Cem. in the River Mountain section of Honaker, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

He married Martha Keen. Died before 2011. Children:

i. Lonnie[7]. Died before 2011.ii. John Lee, Jr. iii. Patricia. She married Unknown Street.iv. Kathy.v. Myrtie. She married Unknown Patterson.vi. Tammy. She married Unknown Ash.vii. Jeannie. She married Unknown Robbins.

217.xiii. Theodosia Mae[6] Price (called Doisie) (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Oct 1934 in Honaker, Va. Died 30 Jun 2001 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., River Mountain Road near Honaker, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 4 Jul 2001 (obituaries also appeared in Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 2 Jul 2001 and Richlands [Va.] News-Press, 3 Jul 2001): Mrs. Doisie Mae Price Peevy, age 66, of Route 1, Honaker, Va., passed away Sat., June 30, 2001 in Lebanon, Va. Born on Oct. 26, 1934 at Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Samuel Columbus and Myrtle Lee Honaker Price. She spent her early life in the Honaker area, moved to Louisiana and returned to Honaker two years ago. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Van Peevy, one sister, Elgie [Wolford] and two brothers, Taze L. Price and Luther Douglas Price. Survivors include one daughter, Jeanie Peevy of the home; three sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Honaker and Mary E. Sauls both of Honaker and Molly L. Johnson of Cream Ridge, N.J; seven brothers, Otis Price of Rosedale, Va., Paul D. Price, Henry A. Price and George T. Price all of Honaker, Grady E. Price of Chester, S.C. and Coy L. Price of Cedar Bluff, Va.; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment followed in the Honaker Family Cem. on River Mountain Road near Honaker. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

She married Edward Van Peevy (called Ed), son of Elzie Peevy and Jewell Thomas. Born 15 Oct 1934 in Ringgold, La. Died 24 Aug 2000 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., River Mountain Road, near Honaker.

Richlands [Va.] News-Press, 25 Aug 2000: Edward Van Peevy, 65, of Rt. 1, Honaker, died Aug. 24 at the Russell County Medical Center in Lebanon. Born on Oct. 15, 1934 in Ringgold, La., he was a son of the late Elzie and Jewell Thomas Peevy. He had resided in Shreveport, La., for 30 years, moving to Honaker one year ago. He was a former refrigeration mechanic and was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, J.C. Peevy, and one niece, Linda Holland. Survivors: wife, Doisie Mae Price Peevy; daughter, Jeanie Peevy of the home; sister, Evelyn Parker of Jefferson, Texas; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be conducted Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker [Va.], with Pastor Stephen Musick and Rev. Miles Honaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Honaker Cem. on River Mountain Road in Honaker.

Children:

i. Jeanie[7]. Born in Shreveport, La. She was not married as of 2000.

218.i. Clercy Belle[6] Hess (called Belle) (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Jul 1915 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va. Died 28 Dec 1993.

She married Paul Irving Fuller. Children:

i. Rachel Elizabeth[7].ii. Audrey Belle.

218.ii. Carrie Edna[6] Hess (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Oct 1916 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va. Died 2 Mar 1999 in Bluefield, W.Va. Buried in Hartwell Cem., Hartwell, W.Va.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Mar 1999: Mrs. Carrie Edna Hess Tipton, age 82, of Vallscreek, W.Va., died Tue., Mar. 2, 1999 in a Bluefield, W.Va. hospital following a lengthy illness. She was born in Lebanon, Va., and was a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Honaker Hess, both Russell County natives. She had made her home in the Vallscreek area [McDowell Co., W.Va.] the past 52 years and attended Dry Fork Assembly of God Church since 1975. Her life was being in church and able to read her Bible. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. William (Bill) Tipton, two sisters, Gracie Hess and Belle Taylor; also, three brothers, Bernie, Ben, and Taze Hess. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Danny (Billie Jean) Uhl and Mrs. Ollie Mae Carico, both of Vallscreek, and Miss Shirley Jean Keating of Chicago, Ill.; one son, Mr. Glen Junior Hess of Honaker, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Clarence (Charmie Mae) Hess of Honaker, Va., three special grandchildren, Mrs. Kevin (Tami) Church, Miss Carrie Osborne, and David Uhl, 18 other grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Friday at 1 p.m. at the Hartwell Church of God in Hartwell, W.Va., with Rev. Jack Puckett and Sister Carretta Bond Smith officiating. Interment followed in the Hartwell Cem. in Hartwell. Nephews served as pallbearers. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands was in charge.

She had two children with Glenn Honaker, line unidentified:

218.ii. i. Glen Junior[7] (called Shorty) [Hess]. Born 4 Nov 1935 in Russell Co., Va.218.ii. ii. Dollie Mae. Born ca. 1939 in Russell County.

She married William Durm Tipton (called Bill). Children:

iii. Billie Jean. She married Danny Uhl.

218.iii. Bernie[6] Hess (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 1 Jun 1918 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va.. Died 19 Dec 1992.

He married Gladys Taylor. Children:

i. Mary[7].ii. Junior.iii. Rick.iv. Amy.

218.iv. Benjamin Fullen[6] Hess (called Ben and Bennie) (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Aug 1920 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va. Died 3 Nov 1983 in Johnson City, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

He married Edith Lee Hurd Clark, daughter of Ira Hurd and Mable Lizzie Ball, 13 Jan 1945 in Russell Co., Va. Born 3 Jun 1926 in Russell County. Died 14 Jul 1998 in Russell County. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. She had a son by a prior marriage, Hassell Clark, Born 7 Jun 1943 in Honaker, Va. Children (of Bennie Fullen and Edith Lee):

218.iv. i. Claude Arnold[7]. ii. James Louie. Born 10 Feb 1949 in Honaker, Va. iii. J.P. Born 21 Apr 1957 in Honaker, Va. iv. Wanda Gay. Born in Honaker, Va. v. Joann. Born in Honaker, Va.

218.vi. Charmie Mae[6] Hess (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 2 Oct 1923 in the River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va. Died 15 Jul 2008. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 23 Jul 2008 (with photograph): Mrs. Charmie Mae Hess, age 84, of 10148 River Mountain Road, Lebanon, Va., went to be with the Lord Tue., July 15, 2008. Born Oct. 2, 1923 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Honaker Hess. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who loved and cared for her family her entire life with an unconditional love only a mother can give. She attended Outreach Temple and Full Gospel House of Prayer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Clarence Hess, one son, Abraham Hess, one daughter, Phyllis Jean Hess, three sisters, Carrie Tipton, Gracie Hess, and Belle Taylor, and three brothers, Ben Hess, Taze Hess, and Bernie Hess. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Left to cherish her memory are her six children, five daughters, Mary Easterling and husband, John of Lebanon, Margaret Hess of the home, Bernice Higgins of Illinois, Carolyn Lester and husband, James of Lebanon, and Betty Cook of Honaker, one son, Thomas Hess and wife, Kathy of Lebanon; ten grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and two step-great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Peerman Lester, Rev. Gerald Lester, and Rev. Arvil Arwood officiating. Entombment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She married Clarence Hess, relationship not reported. Died before 2008. Children:

i. Abraham[7]. Died before 2008.ii. Phyllis Jean. Died before 2008.iii. Mary. She married John Easterling.iv. Margaret.v. Bernice. She married Unknown Higgins.vi. Carolyn. She married James Lester.vii. Betty. She married Unknown Cook.viii. Thomas. He married Kathy Unknown.

218.vii. Abraham Taze[6] Hess (called Taze) (Margaret Ann[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 5 Dec (also 25 Dec) 1925 in River Mountain Section, Russell Co., Lebanon, Va. Died 25 Jul 1993. He completed seventh grade at Spruce Pine School, River Mountain Section, Lebanon, Va., and served for two years in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a crew member on the U.S.S. Tabberer, (DE-418), a destroyer launched 18 Feb 1944 which served in the Pacific Theater and

supported the Marine landing on Iwo Jima. He was honorably discharged in 1945. He sharecropped in Honaker, Va., for two years and for two years was employed by the Virginia Highway Department. He contracted tuberculosis, was hospitalized for one and a half years in Oteen, N.C., then moved to Maryland for continued medical care for another one and a half years. He then was employed for 25 years with Whiting & Turner, a construction company headquartered in Baltimore, Md. After retirement, he lived with his daughter Connie for 13 years. He was Methodist.

219.ii. Ivan Woodrow[6] Honaker (Ollie[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Feb 1922 in the River Mountain section of Lebanon, Va. Died 15 Aug 1989 in Honaker, Va. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 17 Aug 1989: Ivan Woodrow Honaker, 69, of Big A Mountain section of Honaker died Tuesday at his home. Born in Russell County, he was a son of the late Ollie and Bertha Gilbert Honaker. A lifelong resident of Russell County, he was a member of Swords Creek Community Church. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Lola Jones Honaker; sons, David Honaker of Rosedale, Jim C. Honaker of Honaker; sisters, Mrs. Sue Honaker of Mavisdale; brother, William Honaker of Lebanon; grandchildren, Johanah Honaker, Joshua Honaker, Jeremiah Honaker and Scott Honaker. Funeral services will be today (Thursday) at 2 p.m. at Honaker Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker with the Revs. Mike Simmons and Doug Murray officiating. Entombment at Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill.

He married Lola Margaret Jones, daughter of Vince Thomas Jones and Lulla (pronounced Luella) Fogleman. Born 23 Mar 1924. Died 27 Jun 1991 in Bristol, Tenn. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Honaker—Mrs. Lola Margaret Honaker, 67, of the Big A Mountain section, Route 2, died Thurs., June 27, 1991, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Russell County, a member of the Swords Creek Community Church and was a retired cafeteria employee at Honaker Elementary School. She was the widow of Ivan W. Honaker. Survivors include two sons, David W. Honaker, Rosedale, Va., and Jim C. Honaker, Honaker, Va.; one brother, Harvey R. Jones, Honaker; four grandchildren, Scott Honaker, Jeremiah Honaker, Josh Honaker and Johannah Honaker. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge.

Children:

219.ii. i. James Carlton[7]. 219.ii. ii. David Woodrow.

220.ii. Coy Abram[6] Yates (Cynthia[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Apr 1922 in Russell Co., Va.Died 10 Jun 1988 in Russell County. He was a farmer, highway construction worker, and school bus driver.

He married Tressie Mae[8] Shepard, daughter of John Earl Shepard and Molly Zell[6] Hess (Martin[1]), 8 Jun 1942 in Russell County. Born 19 Sep 1922 in Russell County. Died 14 Nov 2006 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Yates Cem., Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 22 Nov 2006: Mrs. Tressie Mae Yates, age 84, of the Corner section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Mon., Nov. 14, 2006 in an Abingdon, Va. hospital. Born Sept. 19, 1922 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Earl and Molly Hess Shepard. A graduate of Lebanon High School, she was a lifelong resident of the area and had been employed as a seamstress with Russell Manufacturing for 20 years. She was a member of the Miller’s View Primitive Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Coy Yates, one son, Jackie Yates, and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include three sons, Alvin Coy Yates and his wife, Linda Kaye of Abingdon, Va., Buster Michael Yates and Kimberly Joe Yates, both of Lebanon, Va.; two sisters, Dorothy Ray of Bel Air, Md., and Loretta Merriman of Rustburg, Va.; one brother, Homer Shepard of Harrisonburg, Va.; eight grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Noah Kim Edwards officiating. Interment followed in the Yates Cem. near the home. Pallbearers were Ricky Yates, Allen Yates, Joey Yates, Jim Jackson, Dwight Jackson, and Johnny Honaker.

Children:

220.ii. i. Jackie Dean[7]. Born 8 Oct 1944.220.ii. ii. Alvin Coy. Born 16 Apr 1948. 220.ii. iii. Buster Michael. Born 7 Aug 1952. 220.ii. iv. Kimberly Joe. Born 11 Dec 1963.

220.iv. Arlie Lewis[6] Yates (Cynthia[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 13 Apr 1938 in Lebanon, Va. Died 24 Dec 1998 in Lebanon. Buried in Yates Family Cem., Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 30 Dec 1998: Mr. Arlie Lewis Yates, age 60, of the Corner section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Thursday (Dec. 24, 1998) in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born

Apr. 13, 1938 in Lebanon, Va., he was a son of the late Fuller and Cynthia Honaker Yates. He had resided in the Corner section of Lebanon all his life and was a farmer. He attended Miller’s View Primitive Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Lethia Justice; two brothers, Buster Yates and Coy Yates. In his generation, he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Ann Yates of the home; two sons, Allen Yates of Lebanon and Ricky Yates of Castlewood; three grandchildren, Adrienne Yates, Kayla Yates, and Nathan Yates. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Joel Turner officiating. Interment followed in the Yates Cem. at Rt. 1, Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Alvin Yates, Joe Yates, Buster Yates, Keith Cartmell, Mike Justice, and Lynn Justice. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

He married Peggy Ann Breeding, daughter of Clyde Smith Breeding and Stella Mae Yates, 20 Aug 1956 in Russell Co., Va. Born 19 Feb 1939. Died 27 Mar 2004 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Yates Family Cem..

Richlands [Va.] News Press/Clinch Valley News, 30 Mar 2004: Peggy Ann Yates, 65, of the Corner section of Lebanon, died March 27 at her home. Born in Lebanon, she was a daughter of Stella Mae Breeding of Honaker and the late Clyde Smith. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a member of Miller’s View Primitive Baptist Church. She was formerly employed by Lebanon Apparel for 25 years. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arlie Lewis Yates, and one brother, Gerald Breeding. Additional survivors: sons and daughters-in-law, Allen and Patricia Yates of Lebanon, Ricky and Debbie Yates of Castlewood; sisters, Vivian Honaker of Honaker, Audry Fitts of Victoria; brothers, Jack Breeding of Mechanicsville, Dwight Breeding of Virginia; grandchildren, Kayla Fields and husband, B.J., Adrienne Yates and fiancée, Bob Hale, and Nathan Yates; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral was conducted March 30 in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel at Honaker with Elder Garnell Gilbert and Elder Joel Turner officiating. Interment followed in the Yates Family Cem. near the home.

Children:

i. Allen[7]. He married Patricia Unknown.ii. Ricky. He married Debbie Unknown.

224.iii. Elizabeth[6] Hess (called Betty) (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Apr 1914 in Honaker, Va. Died 22 Jan 1998 in Silvis, Va. Buried in Pleasant View Cem. (location not reported.)

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Mar 1998: Elizabeth “Betty” Hinderliter, 83, of Kewanee, died at 5:20 p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 22, 1998 at Illini Hospital in Silvis. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, at Rux Funeral home in Kewanee. Burial followed in Pleasant View Cem. with Rev. Robert Foulk officiating. Memorials may be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice. She was born Apr. 4, 1914 in Honaker, Va., a daughter of Dave and Minnie (Honaker) Hess. She married Archie C. Hinderliter in Kansas City, Mo., in December 1944. He passed away Nov. 27, 1987. Mrs. Hinderliter was a machine operator for General Electric Co. in Morrison, Va., retiring in 1977. She enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, cooking, quilting and traveling. She is survived by a daughter, Peggy Ann Hinderliter of East Peoria; four brothers, Ervin (Pauline) and Fay (Flossie) Hess, both of Honaker, Va., and Clarence (Charmin Mae) and Clyde Hess, both of Lebanon, Va.; [three] sisters, Evangeline Ratledge, Conowingo, Md., Mrs. (Burke) Audrey Hess, Milan, Va., and Mrs. (Easley) Mary Ellen Miller, Honaker, Va.; and her special friend, Lee Bevelheimer, Colona, Va.; 23 nieces and 17 nephews.

She married Archie C. Hinderliter (also reported as Henderliter) in Kansas City, Mo., in Dec 1944. Died 27 Nov 1987. Children:

i. Peggy Ann[7].

224.vii. Ervin[6] Hess (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Mar 1916 in Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Feb 2004 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Feb 2004: Ervin Hess, age 87, of the Little River section of Honaker, Va., passed away Friday (Feb. 20, 2004) at his home following a long illness. Born Mar. 10, 1916 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Dave and Minnie Honaker Hess. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, he was a retired coal miner with 25 years of service and farmer. He was a member of the [United Mine Workers of America.] He was a member of the Kingdom Hall Lebanon Jehovah’s Witness Congregation. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Joan Shortridge, two brothers, Arthur Hess and Dave Hess, Jr. and two sisters, Betty Henderliter and Cordelia Combs. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Pauline Harris Hess of the home; two sons, Ronald Hess and his wife, Wanda and Dave Hess all of Honaker, Va.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Ron Meade of Bristol, Va., and Brenda and Bob Murphy of Marion, Va.; three sisters, Evangeline Ratledge of Conowingo, Md., Lou Hess of Illinois, and Mary Ellen Miller of Honaker, Va.; three brothers, Clyde Hess, Clarence Hess, and Fayte Hess all of Honaker, Va.; 11 grandchildren and ten great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder

Jake Pyle and Elder Dave Wright officiating. Interment followed in Forest Hills Memory Gardens at Abingdon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

He married Pauline Harris, daughter of Emory Harris and Unknown Walters. Children (one son was reported to have married Unknown O’Quinn and had one child; one son was reported to have married Unknown Keene and had two children. One daughter was reported to have married James A. Perkins and had one child; the same daughter married Joseph Fainer who died before 1988 ):

i. Joan[7]. She married Unknown Shortridge and had three unknown children. One was a daughter who married Unknown Griffith.

ii. Ronald. He married Wanda unknown.iii. Dave.iv. Barbara. She married Ron Meade. They had two unknown children.v. Brenda. She married Bob Murphy.

224.viii. Fay Stuart[6] Hess (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jan 1922 in Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Feb 2012 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 17 Feb 2012 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 22 Feb 2012: Mr. Fay Stuart Hess, age 90, passed away Wed., Feb. 15, 2012, in a Richlands, Va. hospital. Born Jan. 22, 1922, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Dave and Minnie Honaker Hess. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of Hubbard’s Chapel and also attended Swords Creek Pentecostal “Block” Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, David Junior Hess, Arthur Hess, Irvin Hess, Clarence Hess, and Clyde Hess; and three sisters, Dorothy Hess, Cordelia Combs, and Elizabeth “Betty” Hinderliter. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Flossie Taylor Hess of the home; one son, Glenn Hess and wife, Brenda, of Belfast; three daughters, Darlene Ball of Raven, Sandra Shortridge and husband, Ferrell, of Rowe, and Janet Crabtree and husband, W.C., of Honaker; three sisters, Mary Ellen Miller of Honaker, Audrey Lou Hess of Illinois, and Evangeline Ratliff of Maryland; four granddaughters, Valerie Slacktish, Mindy Ashby, Jennifer Hess, and Britney Hess; two grandsons, William Crabtree and Ryan Ward; one great-grandson, Titus Ashby; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with the Rev. Steve Perkins and the Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday, where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net

He married Flossie[7] Taylor, daughter of Nathan and Anna C. (Honaker) Taylor (Martin[1]). Born 9 Jul 1936 in Russell County. Died 16 Dec 2013 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 29 Jan 2014, with photograph: Mrs. Flossie Taylor Hess, age 77, of Honaker, Va., passed away Mon., Dec. 16, 2013 at her home. Born July 9, 1936 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Nathan and Annie C. Honaker Taylor. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of Hubbard’s Chapel and Swords Creek Block Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fay Stuart Hess; five brothers, Carl Taylor, Clyde Taylor, Cecil Taylor, Garland Taylor, and Deward Taylor, and two sons-in-law, Jerry Whited and Roger Ball. Survivors include three daughters, Darlene Ball of Raven, Sandra Shortridge and husband, Ferrell of Belfast, and Janet Crabtree and husband, W.C. of Honaker; one son, Glenn Hess and wife, Brenda of Belfast; four granddaughters, Valerie Slacktish, Jennifer Perkins, Britney Hess, and Mindy Ashby; two grandsons, William Crabtree and Ryan Ward; two great-grandsons, Titus Ashby and Eli Perkins; two great-granddaughters, Morgan Ward and Isabella Ashby; four sisters, Tina “Tiny” Lockhart of Honaker, Vicie Schrader of Alexandria, Gladys Hess of Manassas, and Bessie Kirk of Marion; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m., Thurs., Dec. 19th in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Steve Perkins, Rev. Kenny Taylor, and Rev. Lenora Vanover officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Louie Taylor, Lawrence Taylor, Jack Taylor, Ryan Ward, Eric Slacktish, and Junior Hess. Honaker Funeral Home served the Hess family.

Children:

i. Glenn[7]. He married Brenda Unknown.ii. Darlene. She married Unknown Ball.iii. Sandra. She married Ferrell Shortridge.iv. Janet. She married W.C. Crabtree.

224.ix. Clarence William[6] Hess (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Feb 1920 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Apr 2007 in Russell County. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Apr 2007: Mr. Clarence William Hess, age 87, of the River Mountain Road section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Wed., Apr. 18, 2007 in a Russell Co., Va. hospital. Born Feb. 29, 1920 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Dave and Minnie Honaker Hess. A lifelong resident of the area he attended Outreach Temple and Full Gospel House of Prayer. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a coal miner at Jewell Smokeless Coal Corporation. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Abraham Donald Hess; one daughter, Phyllis Jean Hess; three brothers, David Junior Hess, Arthur Hess and Irvin Hess and three sisters, Dorothy Hess, Cordelia Combs and Elizabeth “Betty” Hinderliter. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Charmie Hess of the home; one son, William Thomas Hess of River Mountain, Va.; five daughters, Margaret Hess of the home, Mary Joyce Easterling, Carolyn Lester and Betty Cook all of Lebanon, Va., and Bernice Higgins of Illinois; two brothers, Fay Stuart Hess and Clyde Baker Hess both of Lebanon, Va.; three sisters, Mary Ann Miller of Honaker, Va., Audrey Lou Hess of Illinois and Evangeline Ratliff of Maryland; ten grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Peerman Lester, Rev. Arvil Arwood, and Rev. Chris Musick officiating. Entombment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum. Pallbearers were Jim Taylor, Jay Howard, Randy Howard, Luther Cook, Archie Hess, Ray Lester and Lawrence Hess. Honorary pallbearers were Thomas Hess, Jonathan Short, Wesley Easterling and J.L. Lester.

He married Charmie Mae Unknown. Children:

i. Abraham Donald[7]. Died before 2007.ii. Phyllis Jean. Died before 2007.iii. William Thomas.iv. Margaret.v. Mary Joyce. She married Unknown Easterling.vi. Carolyn. She married Unknown Lester.vii. Betty. She married Unknown Cook.viii. Bernice. She married Unknown Higgins.

224.x. Clyde Baker[7] Hess (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Feb 1924 in Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Nov 2008 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 23 Nov 2008—Lebanon, Va.: Mr. Clyde Baker Hess, age 84, of the River Mountain Road section, passed away Fri., Nov. 21, 2008, in a Lebanon hospital. Born Feb. 26, 1924, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Dave and Minnie Honaker Hess. A lifelong resident of the area, he had retired from Jewell Smokeless Coal and Coke after 15 years of service. He attended Hubbard’s Chapel Church and Outreach Temple and enjoyed visiting with family and working on his farm. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gracie Hess; one grandson, Darrell Stinson; four brothers, David Junior Hess, Arthur Hess, Irvin Hess and Clarence Hess; and two sisters, Cordelia Combs and Elizabeth “Bet” Henderlighter. Survivors include one son, Marshall Hess and wife Shirley of Lebanon; four daughters, Maxie Ann Honaker and husband Woodrow of Honaker, Deborah Taylor and Roger of Lebanon, Amalene Harris and husband James of Honaker and Patricia Sims and husband Gus of Milan, Ill.; one brother, Fay Stuart Hess of Lebanon; three sisters, Mary Ann Miller of Honaker, Audrey Lou Hess of Illinois, and Evangline Ratliff of Maryland; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Arvil Arwood and the Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon. Pallbearers will be Archie Hess, Lawrence Hess, Ronnie Hess, Dave Hess, James Lester, Cecil Miller, Earl Miller, Gerald Miller, J.P. Hess and Keith Cartmell. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday, where an evening service will be conducted at 7.

He married Gracie Elwood[6] Hess (Martin[1]) 26 Aug 1944. Born 1 Mar 1922. Died before 2008. Children:

i. Deborah Diane[8]. She married Roger Taylor.670.iv. ii. Maxie Ann. She married Woodrow[7] Honaker (Martin[1]). Their children continue under his

listing.iii. Clercy Amalene (called Amalene). She married James Harris.iv. Patricia Ella Mae. She married Gus Sims.v. Marshall Elwood. He married Shirley Unknown.

226.iii. Mammie Ellen[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 May 1902 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va. Died 2 May 1987 in Swords Creek, Va.

She married Dewey Hopson Amos 25 Dec 1919 in Swords Creek. Born 27 Sep 1899 in Virginia. Died 8 Jun 1965 in Swords Creek. Children:

i. Kathleen[7]. Born 8 Nov 1920. Died 13 Nov 1920.ii. Eugene. Born and died 5 Aug 1921.iii. unnamed son. Born and died 16 May 1922.

226.iii. iv. Virginia Dyer (called Gin). Born 15 Mar 1923. v. unnamed son. Born and died 26 Jun 1925.

226.iii. vi. Calvin Dewey (called Bud.) Born 27 Apr 1926. 226.iii. vii. Mary Ellen. Born 2 Oct 1928. 226.iii. viii. James William (called Jim.) Born 2 Dec 1930. 226.iii. ix. Raymond James (called Treno.) Born 18 Feb 1933. 226.iii. x. Alma Dean (called Crawdad.) Born 6 Mar 1935.

xi. Orlene Zayne (called Poochie.) Born 4 Nov 1937. Died 6 Oct 1938.226.iii. xii. Charlotte Lee (called Tuckie.) Born 13 Jul 1940.

226.iv. Luda Melvina[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Sep 1904 in Swords Creek, Va. Died 23 Jun 1993 in Richlands, Va.

She married, first, Arvin Noal Reed 2 Sep 1923 in Bristol, Tenn. Born 4 Aug 1902 in Bandy, Va. Died 15 Feb 1936 in Jewel Ridge, Richlands, Va. Children:

226.iv. i. Juanita[7]. Born 29 Jan 1925 in Jewel Ridge, Richlands. 226.iv. ii. William Lafayette. Born 14 Dec 1926 in Jewel Ridge. 226.iv. iii. David Kenneth. Born 16 May 1930 in Jewel Ridge.

She married, second, John Thomas Stranger Sep 1950. Born 22 Feb 1892. Died 29 Apr 1969.

226.vi. Mollie Edna[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jan 1909 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va.

She married Lawrence Freeman Reed 23 May 1926. Born 17 Sep 1904. Died 3 Jun 1953. Children:

226.vi. i. Ralph Lee[7]. Born 29 Aug 1928. 226.vi. ii. Doris Polk. Born 26 Apr 1930.

226.vii. Ollie Mae[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jun 1911 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Jun 1996.

She married James Otis Lowe 20 May 1930 in Russell County. Born 24 Jan 1909 in Russell County. Died 18 Mar 1994 in Virginia. Children:

226.vii. i. Maggie Alleane[7]. Born 20 Feb 1931. 226.vii. ii. William Henry. Born 20 Oct 1933.

iii. James Allen. Born and died 5 Sep 1934. 226.vii. iv. Wilma Pearl. Born 9 Apr 1937.

v. Kenneth Steele. Born and died 23 Jan 1939.vi. Betty Agnes. Born and died 19 Mar 1942.

226.viii. Callie Hazel[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Sep 1913 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va.

She married Franklin Dewey Grose 26 Dec 1933 in Swords Creek, Va. Born 23 Mar 1910. Died 27 Dec 1976 in Russell County. Children:

226.viii. i. Nannie Agnes[7] (called Agnes.) Born 10 Nov 1934 in Lebanon, Russell County.226.viii. ii. Andrew Garret. Born 11 Jul 1937 in Lebanon. 226.viii. iii. Franklin LeRoy. Born 22 Mar 1946.

226.ix. Luther Jay[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Feb 1916 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va.

He married, first, Doris Annette Adams 19 Jul 1935. Born 20 Jan 1920. Children:

226.ix. i. Shirley Wanda[7]. Born 8 Dec 1935. 226.ix. ii. Ronnie Jay. Born 31 Dec 1937.

He married, second, Dorothy Pauline McAmis 14 Oct 1944. Born 30 Aug 1926. Children:

iii. Larry Nelson. Born 4 Jul 1946. 226.ix. iv. John Luther. Born 18 Jul 1948.

v. Sandi Evelyn. Born 12 May 1951.

226.xi. Henry Clyde[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Oct 1921 in Clarks Valley, Russell Co., Va.

He married Geneva Irene Hogan 31 Oct 1942. Born 27 Jan 1925. Children:

226.xi. i. Carol Sue[7]. Born 30 Aug 1944.

228.iii. Alan D.[6] Honaker (Ransom[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Jul 1943 in Stone, Pike Co., Ky. Died 9 Feb 2015 in Louisville, Jefferson Co., Ky.

Sentinel-News, Shelbyville, Ky., 10 Feb 2015 and Courier-Journal, Louisville, Ky., 11 Feb 2015—Dr. Alan D. Honaker, 71, died Mon., Feb. 9, in Louisville. He was born July 3, 1943 in Stone, Ky. Alan graduated from Belfry High School in 1960 where he played his much loved sport of football. He then attended Berea College, where he studied chemistry, and he entered the University of Kentucky Medical after three years of undergraduate study. After graduating from medical school, he interned in Mobile, Ala., and did his residency at St. Joe’s Hospital in Louisville. Alan’s medical residency was interrupted when he went to Vietnam in service of his country, where he served as a flight surgeon. Upon returning from Vietnam, he worked to establish the emergency room unit at Suburban Hospital in Louisville. Dr. Honaker settled down in Shelbyville, and remained in private practice there for the remainder of his career. He treated many of his patients for the majority of their lives and he considered it a privilege. He also served as the medical director at Taylorsville Nursing Home and the Director of Hospice for several years. He was a member of the Church of Annunciation and St. Patrick Catholic Church parishes. He served many years on the parish council at the Church of Annunciation. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ransom and Opal Blanche Williamson Honaker. Dr. Honaker married his wife, Martina Elizabeth Jones, in 1965 and together they raised four children, Bridget (Papalia), Christin Honaker, Wendy (Balas), and Jason Honaker. He was the proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren, all of whom loved him dearly: Alan, Lilly and Lizzie Papalia, Paul Martin, Isabella, Adam and Sofia Luchini, Audrey and Alex Balas, and Luke and Ben Honaker. Dr. Honaker also loved each of his children’s spouses as if they were his own child: Joe Papalia, Paul Luchini, Jonathon Balas, and Soo Jang. He was also survived by his brothers, Joseph and Archie B. Honaker. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Fri., Feb. 13, 2015 at the Catholic Church of the Annunciation. Visitation will be 4–8 p.m. Thursday at the Shannon Funeral Home.

He married Martina Elizabeth Jones in 1965. Children:

228.iii. i. Bridget[7]. She married Joe Papalia.ii. Christin.

228.iii. iii. Wendy. She married Jonathon Balas.228.iii. iv. Jason. He married Soo Jang.

231.v. Annie[6] Varney (Elizabeth Virginia[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jul 1922 at Johns Creek, Ky. Died 10 Jun 2000 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Kimper, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 14 Jun 2000: Annie Chapman, 77, of Kimper, died at 6:07 p.m. Sat., June 10, 2000 at Pikeville Methodist Hospital. She was born at Johns Creek, July 25, 1922, a daughter of the late Levi and Betty Honaker Varney. She was a homemaker and a member of the Primitive Baptist Church, Varney Branch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rush Chapman; one brother; and one sister. She is survived by one son, Arley Honaker; one brother, John Varney of Pikeville; two sisters, Herma Varney of Raccoon, Octavia Chapman of Kimper; and one grandchild. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tue., June 13, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel, with Paul Varney, Michael Elswick, David Allen Thacker, Harrison Smith, Michael Smith and others officiating. Burial followed in the Honaker Cem., Kimper. Arrangements were under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon.

She married Rush Chapman. Her obituary indicates that there was a surviving son, Arley Honaker, but how he came by that surname is not clear.

235.v. Gomie[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jul 1913 in Kimper, Ky. Died 2 Aug 1995 in South Williamson, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Stinking Branch, Johns Creek, Pikeville, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 4 Aug 1995: Gomie Honaker Thacker, 82, of Meathouse Fork, Canada [Ky.], died Wed., Aug. 2, 1995 at the Appalachian Regional Hospital in South Williamson. She was born at Kimper July 25, 1913, a daughter of the late Jim and Alice (Honaker) Honaker. She was a homemaker and a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, App Thacker; and by three sons, Ralph Carter, Tony Douglas Thacker and Cecil Ray Leedy. She is survived by one son, A.P. Thacker of Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Juanita Smith and Christine Bonds, both of Canada; two sisters, Myrtle Anderson of Johns Creek and Cora Justice of Grapevine; 11grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled to be held at 1:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 5 in the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Primitive Baptist ministers officiating and burial following in the Honaker Cem. at Stinking Branch, Johns Creek. Arrangements are under direction of Rogers Funeral Home of Belfry.

She married App Thacker. Children:

i. Ralph[7] [Carter]. Died before 2012.ii. Tony Douglas. Died before 2012.iii. Cecil Ray [Leedy]. Died before 2012.iv. App.

235.v. v. Juanita T. Born 17 Jun 1942 in Pike County. vi. Christine. She married Unknown Bonds.

235.x. Sally[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). We are not certain that this Sally married Columbus Hall, but an obituary for Lillie Ruth Hall Thacker indicates that Lillie’s mother was Sally, and gave the names of brothers and sisters, several of whom were the same as her mother’s siblings. Lillie lived in Pikeville, Ky., which is where Sally[6] had lived. For all these reasons, we have concluded that this Sally was the mother of Lillie.

She married Columbus Hall. Children:

i. Julius[7]. Died before 2014.ii. `Wanda. Died before 2014.iii. Gomie. Died before 2014.iv. Cora. Died before 2014.v. Ruby. Died before 2014.

235.x. vi. Lillie Ruth. Born 5 May 1940.

240.iii. Clyde Evans[6] Honaker (Carter[5], Evan[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1913. Died 23 Apr 1990 in Richlands, Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Cedar Bluff [Va.]—Clyde Evans Honaker, 76, died Mon., Apr. 23, 1990, in a Richlands hospital. He was a native of Tazewell County and had spent most of his life in the Baptist Valley area. He was a retired miner for Pocahontas Fuel Corp. in Amonate, Va., and Moss No. 3 Mine of Clinchfield Coal Corp. He was a member of the [United Mine Workers of America] Local No. 1256 in Dante, Va., and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Bandy Chapel Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Thelma Vivian Harrison Honaker; three daughters, Mrs. Carl (Shirley) Christian, Plainfield, Ind., Mrs. Eddie (Juanita) Jessee, Cedar Bluff, and Miss Betty Honaker, of the home; two sons, Eugene Harrison, Woodbridge, Va., Clyde Allen Honaker, Cedar Bluff; one brother, Lon B. Honaker, North Tazewell; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home is in charge.

He married Thelma Vivian Harrison. She brought at least one son the the marriage, Eugene Harrison. Children (of Clyde and Thelma):

i. Shirley[7]. Married Carl Christian.ii. Juanita. Married Eddie Jessee.iii. Betty.iv. Clyde Allen.

241.i. Charles Clay[6] Musick (called Charlie) (Emaline[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Feb 1908. Died 25 Dec 1975.

He married Nola Gay Stewart (also Stuart). Children:

241.i. i. Charles R.[7] Born 22 Nov 1935 in Dickenson Co., Va.ii. Benny Jack.iii. Robert E.iv. Ann. She married Unknown Bain.v. Katherine.

241.i. vi. Jerry Dean. Born ca. 1942.

241.viii. Robert Lee[6] Musick (called Charlie) (Emaline[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Apr 1921.

242.iii. Garnett Graham[6] Honaker (called Slim) (Walter Grey[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Dec 1914 in Kentucky. Died 22 Aug 1975 in Leesburg, Lake Co., Fla. Buried in Bay Hill Cem., Bushnell, Sumter Co., Fla. At the time of his death his residence was in Bushnell. He was a retired mechanic for the Sumter County [Fla.] Road Department.

He married Dixie Ann Adkins, daughter of James B. Adkins and Myrtle Mullins, in 1941. They divorced in 1957 or 1958. Born 16 Apr 1922 in Manco, Pike Co., Ky. Died 9 Nov 1998 in Bushnell, Sumter Co., Fla. Buried in Evergreen Cem., Bushnell. Children:

i. Donna Faye[7]. Born 27 Jun 1942 in Haysi, Dickenson Co., Va. She married Dennis W. Woodard 11 Mar 1977 in Bushnell, Sumter Co., Fla. In 2004 she lived in Bushnell

242.iii. ii. Gary Edward. Born 8 Jan 1944 in Detroit, Mich. iii. Janet Maureen (twin). Born 14 Mar 1946 in Tiny, Dickenson Co., Va. She married James Eugene

Winders (called Jim), 3 Jul 1989 in Milton, Santa Rosa Co., Fla. In 2004 she lived in Bushnell.iv. Johnny Grey (twin). Born 14 Mar 1946 in Tiny, Va. He married Kathy Lancaster 8 Nov 1980 in

Bushnell, Fla. In 2004 he lived in Bushnell.v. Danny Ray. Born 22 May 1950 in Bushnell, Fla. He married Patricia Gail Maddox 23 Aug 1974

in Bushnell. In 2004 he lived in Bushnell.

242.iv. Corbin Carnegie[6] Honaker (called Jack) (Walter Grey[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jan 1916 in Tiny, Dickenson Co., Va. Died 10 Dec 1979 in Covington, Fountain Co., Ind. Buried in Highland Cem., Williamsport, Warren Co., Ind. His birth certificate incorrectly recorded the first name as Carbon, gave his father’s occupation as blacksmith, father’s address as Staunton, Va., and number of children born to father as five. The birth certificate gave his mother’s occupation as housework, mother’s address as Tiny, Va., and number of children born to mother as four.

His son Leonard said in 2011 that Corbin completed his sophomore year of high school, served in the U.S. Army, was a farm hand in Oklahoma, worked for the railroad in Utah, and in coal mines in Kentucky. When the mine closed he moved to Indiana to work at Harrison Steel, then worked at Myers Welding in Attica, Ind., where he retired. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, was a wonderful gardener, was intelligent and good at everything he did, was friendly and got along well with people. Leonard said that Effie completed second grade in Harlan Co., Ky., then had to quit school to stay home and care for her ill mother. She enjoyed gardening, raising chickens and caring for her home.

Journal & Courier, Lafayette, Ind., 11 Dec 1979: Covington—Retired employee of Myers Steel Fabricating Co., Corbin C. “Jack” Honaker, 63, died at 7 a.m. Monday in his residence, 921 Third St. He had been in ill health one week. A native of Virginia, he lived in Warren County 20 years and Judyville 14 years before moving to Covington one year ago. He was married in 1942 in Kentucky to Effie M. Bennett, who survives. Mr. Honaker worked several years at the steel company, retiring two years ago. Surviving with the widow are six sons, Walter Leonard Honaker and Cecil Honaker, both of Covington, Raymond Honaker of Fairborn, Ohio, Ronald and Louis Honaker, both of Columbia, Mo., and Robert Honaker at home; and two daughters, Loretta and Bernice Honaker, both of Oklahoma City, Okla.

He married Effie May Bennett, daughter of Silas Bennett and Alta Peace, 20 Jun 1942 in Putney, Harlan Co., Ky. Born 23 Jan 1920 in Altus, Okla. Died 19 Jan 1997 in Covington, Ind. Buried in Highland Cem., Williamsport.

Fountain County Neighbor, Attica, Ind., 24 Jan 1997: Williamsport {Ind.]—Effie Mae (Bennett) Honaker, 76, of Rt. 1, Williamsport, died at 2:05 p.m. Sun., Jan. 19, 1997 in Covington Manor Health Care Center. She had been a patient one day. She was born Jan. 23, 1920, at Altus, Okla., the daughter of Silas and Della Peace Bennett. She married Corbin C. “Jack” [Honaker] June 20, 1942 in Harlan Co., Ky. He preceded her in death Dec. 10, 1979. She moved to Warren County in 1945 and has lived in Judyville since 1965. [incorrect sentence deleted] She was a homemaker. She loved her family and loved to garden. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Headrick. Surviving are: six sons, Walter Leonard

Honaker, Covington, Raymond R. Honaker, Las Vegas, Nev., Ronald J. Honaker, Cape Girardeau, Mo., Louis C. Honaker, Judyville, Cecil C. Honaker, Mexico, Mo., and Robert “Rob” K. Honaker, Williamsport; two daughters, Loretta “Lori” Duncan, Moore, Okla. And Bernice Pipher, Broken Arrow, Okla.; two sisters, Vicie Hembree, Tab and Agnes Traumel, Everets, Ky.; a brother, Charles Bennett, Everets, Ky.; 12 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters and three grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Fisher Funeral Home, Williamsport, with Pastor Harvey Lange officiating. Burial was in Highland Cem., Williamsport.

Children:

242.iv. i. Walter Leonard[7] (called Leonard). Born 5 Jun 1943 in Headrick, Jackson Co., Okla. ii. Raymond Richard (called Ray). Born in Price, Utah. He married Michelle Beach (called Kit) and

in 2011 lived in Las Vegas, Nev.iii. Ronald Jerry (called Ron). Born in Oklahoma. He married Marlene Dumont and in 2011 lived in

Cape Girardeau, Mo.iv. Effie Loretta (called Lori). Died 30 Nov 2009 in Oklahoma City, Okla. She married Unknown

Pymm.242.iv. v. Louis Corbin (called Lou). Born 18 Mar 1950 in Price, Utah.

vi. Helen Bernice (called Bernice). Born in Williamsport, Ind. In 2010 she lived in Oklahoma City, Okla. In 2011 she lived in Broken Arrow, Okla. She married Chris Pipher.

vii. Cecil Conrad (also reported as Cecil Carnegie) (called Cecil). Born in Williamsport, Ind. He married Susan Hill and in 2011 lived in Mexico, Mo.

viii. Robert Keith (called Rob). Born in Williamsport, Ind. In 2011 he lived in Williamsport.

243.i. Denver Carl[6] Honaker (Theodore Roosevelt[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Mar 1928 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. In 1979 he lived in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., Utah.

He married unknown. Children:

i. Denver Carl[7] Jr.

He had a child with Margaret Unknown:

243.i. ii. Stanley Carl [Honaker]

243.v. Irene Marie[6] Honaker (Theodore Roosevelt[5], Monterville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Jan 1936 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. In 1979 she lived in Minford, Scioto Co., Ohio. In 2016 she lived with her daughter Connie in Minford.

She married James Raymond Freeland, son of Chester Roy Freeland and Berdena Lucille Wiles, 5 Sep 1953 in Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio. Born 16 Apr 1928 in Uniontown, Fayette Co., Pa. Died 20 Jan 2012. Buried Memorial Burial Park, Wheelersburg, Scioto Co., Ohio.

Unknown newspaper and date: James Freeland, 83, of Minford, went to be with the Lord on Fri., Jan. 20, 2012. Born April 16, 1928, in Uniontown, Pa., he grew up in Albright, W.Va. He was the son of the late Chester Roy and Berdena Lucille Wiles Freeland, he was retired from General Motors in Parma, Ohio, with 30 years of service, he was a U.S. Army veteran and attended Rubyville Community Church. James was a selfless and loving man who always put others before himself, he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Irene Marie Honaker Freeland, who he married in 1953; two sons, Charlie (Jennifer) Freeland of Minford, Raymond Freeland of Wheelersburg; two daughters, Connie (Lee) Howie of Lucasville, Sandy Freeland and her fiancé, Don Gadbois of Columbus; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Rudd, Jason Stout, Jeremy (April) Freeland, Jamie (Misty) Freeland, Jason (Renee) Freeland, James T. Freeland and his fiancée Brittany Colley, Valerie Freeland, Steven Cleary and Daniel Cleary; 10 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Emily Granese and Lucille Hartsell. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Mon., Jan. 23, 2012, at Erwin-Dodson-Allen Funeral Home in Minford with Pastors Calvin Ray Evans and Brian Baer officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Burial Park in Wheelersburg. Friends may call at the funeral home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday prior to the service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.edafh.com.

Children (all born in Cleveland):

243.v. i. Connie Marie[7]. Born 21 Jan 1955. ii. Raymond Roy. Born 1 Dec 1956. In 2016 he lived in Minford. He was in the construction

business most of his life.

iii. Charles David. Born 30 Nov 1959. In 2016 he lived in Minford. He was in the construction business most of his life. He married Jennifer Unknown.

iv. Sandra Berdina. Born 16 Mar 1960. In 2016 she lived in Columbus, Ohio. She had a bachelor’s degree in accounting and worked in that field most of her life.

245.iv. Lois Jean[6] Blankenship (Martha[5], Thomas[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar 1938 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 22 Jul 2015 in Fairborn, Greene Co., Ohio. Interred in Fairfield Cem., Fairborn.

Fairborn [Ohio] Daily Herald and Xenia [Ohio] Daily Gazette, 24 Jul 2015: Fairborn—Lois Jean Willett, age 77, of Fairborn died on Wed., July 22, 2015 at Greene Memorial Hospital. She was born the daughter of Charles & Martha (Honaker) Blankenship on March 23, 1938 in Richlands, Va. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Herbert, infant brothers Jackie, and Joe, a sister Jean and a brother Don. She is survived by her children, Ed (Kathy) Willett, Rex (Debbie) Willett, Sherry (Richard) Peyton, Sandy (Steve) Swartout, and Pete Willett, sisters Barbara, and Shirley, brother Jim, grandchildren Monica (Jennifer), Tim (Ashley), Nicole (Harold), Amy (Tony), Amber, and Kevin; great grandchildren Rian, Trent, Alec, Jordan, Caitlin, and Caleb. Lois was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister. She will be missed by all who love her. Friends may call in Burcham Jennings Funeral Home, 119 E. Main St. Fairborn, Ohio 45324 on Sat., July 25, 2015 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairfield Cem.. Online condolences may be left at www.BurfchamJennings.com.

She married Herbert Willett. Died before 1997. Children:

i. Ed[7]. He married Kathy Unknown.ii. Rex. He married Debbie Unknown.iii. Sherry. She married Richard Peyton.iv. Sandy. She married Steve Swartout.v. Pete.

245.viii. James D.[6] Blankenship (Martha[5], Thomas[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Oct 1946 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 15 Jun 2016 in Dayton, Ohio. Buried in Fairfield Cem., Fairborn, Ohio.

Dayton Daily News, 17 Jun 2016: James D. Blankenship, age 69 of Fairborn passed away on Wed., June 15, 2016 at Hospice of Dayton while surrounded by his loving family. He was born the son of Charlie & Martha (Honaker) Blankenship on Oct. 16, 1946 in Richlands, Va. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Benny Joe Blankenship, Jackie Darrel Blankenship, and Donald Blankenship; sisters Lois Willett and Imagene Wilson; infant grandson Hunter Little. James is survived by his daughter Jamie (Jason) Little of Dayton; Jennifer Flowers who was like a daughter to him for many years; sisters Barbara Pettit and Shirley Swigert; grandchildren Angel, Brooklyn, and Connor; several nieces, nephews, and friends. He will be missed by all of those who love him. James was an avid sports fan and enjoyed rooting for the Cincinnati Reds, and the University of Dayton basketball team. In his free time [he] enjoyed playing a round of golf, throwing darts, and bowling with his friends, and family. For several years James volunteered his time by coaching Fairborn Softball. Friends may call on Sat., June 18, 2016 from 10 a.m –11 a.m. at Burcham Jennings Funeral Home, 119 E. Main St., Fairborn, Ohio where services will be held at 11 a.m. with Rev. Raymond Todd St. John. Interment will follow at Fairfield Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice of Dayton for the care and compassion they were shown over the last several weeks. Online condolences may be left at www.BurchamJennings.com.

He married Unknown. Children:

245.viii. i. Jamie[7].

248.ix. Kathleen[6] Honaker (Elbert Clark[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1917. She married Jeff Horne. Born in 1915. Children:

i. Gertrude[7]. Born 11 Jun 1934. She married Gene Ruble.ii. Ernest. Born 28 Jul 1936. He married Shirley Stacy.iii. Sherman. Born 29 Dec 1938. He married Janice Lindamood.

248.x. Alden Linkous[6] Cook (Elbert Clark[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born as Alden Linkous Honaker, his mother died when he was a youngster and he was raised by his Grandparents William Floyd and Ida Alice (Clark) Cook. By the time he began school he answered only to the surname Cook and was known by that name throughout his life. Born 13 May 1918 in Honaker, Va. Died 31 Mar 1993 in Bristol, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memorial Garden, Claypool Hill, Va.

Newspaper and date unidentified: Richlands, Va.—Alden Linkis Cook, 74, of Richlands, died Wednesday in a Bristol, Va. nursing home following a lengthy illness. Born in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Floyd and Ida Clark Cook. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran retiring as a master sergeant after 21 years and was a prisoner of war during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and was of the Holiness faith. He had made his home in the Richlands area for the past 20 years and was a former employee of the Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Audria Lynn Cook of Richlands; daughters, Mrs. David (Alfreda) Helbert of Richlands and Mrs. George (Anita) Tuggle of Ruther Glen, Va.; sisters, Mrs. Kathleen Horn of Apopka, Fla. and Mrs. Thelma Keller of Frederick, Md.; and four grandchildren. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands with the Rev. James Martin officiating. Burial will be at the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Friends may call today after 5 p.m. at the funeral home.

He married, first, Lilly Unknown. They parted in Korea.He married, second, Audrey Lynn Unknown. Children:

i. Annette (also reported as Anita) [7]. She married George Tuggle.ii. Alfreda (called Freda). She married David Helbert.

250.iv. Chalmer Graham[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar 1918 in Russell Co., Va. Died 22 Nov 1947 in Swords Creek, Va. Buried in Locust Curve Cem., Finney, Va.

He married Mescle Irene Honaker, Martin descendant #186.i.i., in 1940. Children:

i. Loyd Raymond[7]. Born 26 Jan 1942 in Honaker, Va. Died 27 Aug 1985 in Port Clinton, Ohio. He never married. Buried in LaCarne [Ohio] Cem..

News Herald, Port Clinton, Ohio: Loyd R. Honaker, 43, 140 Monroe St., died suddenly Tuesday at H.B. Magruder Hospital, Port Clinton. He was born Jan. 26, 1942, in Honaker, Va., a son of Chalmer and Mescle Honaker. Surviving in addition to his mother are five brothers, Paul Harris and Joe Harris, both of Honaker, Va., [Donnie] Harris and Mark Harris, both of LaCarne, and William Harris of Port Clinton; four sisters, Helen [Musick] of Hartville, Va., Mary Harrison of Tazewell, Va., Wilma Harris and Della Harris, both of LaCarne. Friends may call from 7 to 9 tonight at the Neidecker-LeVeck and Crosser Funeral Home, 122 Adams St., Port Clinton. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Harry S. Holzapfel officiating. Burial will be in [LaCarne] Cem.. Any desired memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice.

250.iv. ii. Helen Irene. Born 21 Jul 1944.iii. Mary Jean. Born 28 Jul 1947. She married, first, Jerry Eugene[7] Wolford, son of Eugene Lishner

Wolford and Lucy Ellen[6] Patrick (Martin[1]), 4 Mar 1964 in Honaker, Va. Their children are under his listing. She married, second, Ken Harrison, son of Robert Harrison and Wilma Unknown, 28 May 1991. Born 4 Mar 1945 in Worth, W.Va. He brought a daughter to the marriage, Kristy Harrison, born in 1976 in Tazewell, Va.

250.v. Erna Pauline[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Jan 1922 in Russell Co., Va. Died 21 May 1993 in Dayton, Montgomery Co., Ohio. Buried in Woodland Mound Cem., Dayton.

She married, first, Paschal Puckett. Born in 1913 in Saltville, Va. Died 1976 in Saltville. Children (one researcher reported the same children for Erna as for her sister Edna. We do not have enough information at present to determine which is accurate; they are listed for now as Erna’s):

i. Ernest Edward[7]. Born ca. 1940 in Virginia. In 2007 he lived in Dover, Tenn.250.v. ii. Geri Lee. Born 6 Aug 1941 or 1942 in Virginia. 250.v. iii. Juanita Lovelle (called Lovelle). Born ca. 1943 in Virginia.250.v. iv. Beverly. Born in Virginia.250.v. v. Arly Benjamin. Born in Virginia.250.v. vi. Bobby Zeke. Born in Virginia.

She married, second, Earl Moore in Dayton.One research source, Ancestry.com, said in 2002 that Erna married Unknown Belcher. We believe this is mistaken

identity, as it was reported to us that her sister Edna married Bill Belcher of Kentucky. Note also that one researcher listed the children we attribute to Erna as having been born instead to Edna and Bill Belcher. We need better information to sort this out.

250.ix. Melvin Burk[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Mar 1927 in Russell Co., Va. Died 4 Jan 2004 in Beavercreek, Beaver Creek Co., Ohio. Buried Forest Hills Cem., Dayton, Ohio.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 14 Jan 2004—Melvin Burk Honaker, age 76, of Dayton, Ohio, died Sun., Jan. 4, 2004 at Trinity Community of Beavercreek in Beavercreek, Ohio. Preceded in death by his wife, Ida L. Honaker in 1999. He is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Ova Morris of Riverside, Ohio, Kathy and Gerald Benfield of Florida and Lisa Weissman of Atlanta; two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Martha Honaker of Columbus, Ohio and Greg and Joy Honaker of Dayton; two sisters, Marie Johnson and Naomi Barnett, both of Virginia; two brothers, Dallas Honaker and Charlie Honaker, both of Maryland; three grandchildren, Christy, Seth, Rachel; and two great granddaughters, Sadie and Sabel. Melvin is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was a U.S. Army veteran of [World War II] and was a member of First Dayton Freewill Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Community of Beavercreek Benevolent Fund, 3218 Indian Ripple Road, Beavercreek, OH 45440. Funeral services were held 10 a.m. Thursday at First Dayton Freewill Baptist Church, 1661 Brandt Pike, Dayton, Ohio. Rev. Mike Nabors officiating. Burial followed at Forest Hills Cem.. Morris Sons Funeral Home, 1771 E. Dorothy Lane, Kettering, Ohio.

He married Ida Unknown. Children:

i. Brenda[7]. Married Ova Morris.250.ix. ii. Kathy L.

iii. Lisa. Married Unknown Weissman.iv. Larry. Married Martha Unknown.v. Greg. Married Joy Unknown.

250.xvii. Naomi Ann[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Mar 1941 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Jul 2014 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Mountain View Cem., Bristol, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, unknown date: Naomi Ann Honaker Barnett, 73, of Bristol, Va., passed away Fri., July 18, 2014, in a Bristol, Tenn., hospital. Born March 16, 1941 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Ive and Ethel Dye Honaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur “Art” Barnett; and sixteen siblings. Survivors include three children, Randall Honaker of Moline, Ill., Candace Akerson of Deatsville, Ala., and Jeffrey Barnett and wife, Rachel, of Abingdon, Va.; seven grandchildren, Jeremy Akerson, Joshua Honaker, Travis Akerson and wife, Jessica, Susan True and husband, Kenneth, Travis Honaker and wife, Destiny, Jacob Barnett and Allyssa Barnett; two great-grandchildren, Kensington True and Bowden True; special friend, Larry Rutherford; sister, Marie Johnson and husband, Daniel of Honaker, Va.; brother, Charlie Honaker and wife, Jean, of Brookeville, Md.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wed., July 12, 2014, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Sherrill Dunn and the Rev. Todd Ashbury officiating. Interment will follow at the Mountain View Cem. in Bristol, Va. Pallbearers will be Harold Johnson, David Johnson, Chris Johnson, Darrell Johnson, Peyton Johnson and Hunter Johnson. The family will receive friends at the Honaker Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. Tue., July 22, 2014. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

She married Arthur Barnett. Children:

i. Randall[7].250.xvii. ii. Candance.

iii. Jeffrey. He married Rachel Unknown.

254.i. Clifford Harold[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Jun 1920 in Russell Co., Va. Died 8 Sep 1984. Buried in Lexington, Ky.

He married Birdie Rogers, daughter of Jesse and Willie Ellen (Blackerter) Rogers. Born 5 Jun 1928 in Junction City, Ky. Died 23 Jan 2013 in Mansfield, Ohio. Buried in Maple Grove Cem., New Haven, Ohio.News Journal, Mansfield, Ohio, 25 Jan 2013: Plymouth—Birdie M. Pulliam, age 84, resident of Plymouth, Ohio passed away on Wed., Jan. 23, 2013 in MedCentral Manfield Hospital. She was born June 5, 1928 in Junction City, Ky., to the late Jesse and Willie Ellen (Blackerter) Rogers and had been a Plymouth resident since 1975. Mrs. Pulliam had been employed with the American Greeting Card Company in Danville, Ky., and later employed with Midwest Industries in Willard [Ohio]. She loved to sew, making clothes and dolls, crafts and gardening. She is survived by one son, James (Belvie) Honaker of Willard; one daughter, Linda (Clyde) Wilson of Willard; a son-in-law, Claude Wilson of Shelby; numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren; several great great grandchildren; and one sister, Jeannette Stagner of Louisville, Ky.In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Les Pulliam; a son, David Honaker; a daughter, Patricia Wilson; a grandson, Ricky Wilson; three brothers, Edward, Jesse Jr. and John Rogers; and three sisters, Catherine

Wethington, Lillie Wethington and Bessie Lewis. Friends may call at the Secor Funeral Home in Plymouth, Ohio on Mon., Jan. 28, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Herman Copley officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cem. in New Haven, Ohio. Online codolences can be made at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.

Children:

i. David[7]. Died before 2013.

254.ix. Ewell Sun[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jul 1942 in Russell County. Died 15 Apr 1964 in a coal mine in Clintwood, Va. Buried in Honaker-Wilson Cem., Finney, Va.

He married Eunice Breeden. Children:

254.ix. i. Jerry Wayne[7]. Born 13 Jul 1961.

256.iii. Ervin H.[6] Honaker (Jacob Toy[5], James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jun 1927 in Fremont, Va. Died 31 Dec 1991 in Dillsboro, Ind., also reported as 15 Dec 1993 in Ripley Co., Ind.

He married Joan Morgan in 1952 in Texas. She was living in 2005. Children:

i. Roseanna Jo[7]. She married Unknown Perkins.

258.ii. Arnold NMN[6] Honaker (Edith Ettie[5], James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Aug 1932 in Manassas, Va. Died in Jun 1986 in LaPlasiance, Mich. Buried in Ridge Road Cem., Ypsilanti, Mich. He retired from a career with McLenth Steel Corp., Gibraltar, Mich. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching Detroit Tigers major league baseball, and high school and professional wrestling.

He married Della Mae Johnson, daughter of Jay Johnson and Ollie Hall, 13 Oct 1955. Born 16 Apr 1939 in Dorton, Pike Co., Ky. They divorced in 1976 in Wayne Co., Mich. She also married Anthony Valeriani (no middle name) in Belleville, Mich. She attended high school in Dorton. In 2001 she lived in Camden, Mich., and was interested in collecting antiques and working with crafts.

Children (of Arnold and Della):

258.ii. i. Roger Keith[7]. ii. Rita Gail. Born 15 Feb 1958 in Trenton, Mich. She married Fred Bouchard 9 Jun 1992 in

Riverview Mich. He came to the marriage with three children. iii. Randy Gene. Born 20 Oct 1959 in Trenton, Mich. Died in Oct 1983 in Neuerberg, Germany.

258.ii. iv. Ronald Kevin. v. Robin Lynn (adopted). The birth daughter of Molly Jaffola, she was born 7 Jan 1966 in Wayne,

Mich. She graduated from Huron High School, New Boston, Mich., in 1984. In 2001 she lived in Carleton, Mich., and was employed by Auto Alliance, a Ford-Mazda dealer, in Flat Rock, Mich. Her interests included bowling, crafts, auto racing and sports.

269.v. Doyle Wayne[6] Rasnick (Ibbie[5], Linzy[4], Lydia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Oct 1943 in Nicholsville, Scott Co., Va. In 2004 he and his wife owned Clinch Valley Printing Co., Inc., N. Tazewell, Va., a full-service, modern printing company with national clients.

He married Linda Arnold. Children:

i. Jennifer[7]. ii. Myra-Beth.

276.i. Stella Isabelle[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Aug 1913 in Russell Co., Va. Died 15 Jan 2003 in Harrisonburg, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 22 Jan 2003: Stella H. Jones, 89, died Wed., Jan. 15, 2003 in Avente of Harrisonburg, Va. Born Aug. 28, 1913 in Russell County, a daughter of the late Earl Honaker and [Laura] Hess Honaker, she was the widow of Sam Jones. She was a member of the Elk Garden Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Frances and Buddy H. Chapman, Harrisonburg, Va., a son and daughter-in-law, Sammy and Linda Jones, Rosedale; grandchildren, Eddie Eudy, Ricky Chapman, Randy Chapman, Tim Chapman, Bobby Dabbs, Tammy Dabbs, Jason Jones and Samantha Jones; also several great grandchildren; two sisters, Flossie Monk, Frederickstown, Ohio and Maggie Hamilton, Mt. Vernon, Ohio; three brothers, John Honaker, James Honaker and George Ben Honaker, all of Lebanon; and several nieces and

nephews. A graveside service and burial was conducted Fri., Jan. 17, 2003 in Russell Memorial Cem. with the Rev. Darrell Fletcher officiating. Pallbearers were Ricky Chapman, Randy Chapman, Tim Chapman, Eddy Eudy, Jason Jones, William Hughes and Cecil Hughes. Combs Funeral Service was in charge.

She married Sam Jones. Children:

276.i. i. Helen[7]. She married Harvey Dabbs.276.i. ii. Frances. She married Buddy H. Chapman.276.i. iii. Sammy. He married Linda Unknown.

276.ii. Vernie Edward[6] Honaker (called Jake) (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Nov 1915 in Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Nov 1948. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He served in the European Theater during World War II.

He married, first, Florence Tuggle. They divorced. Children:

276.ii. i. Dorothy Ann[7]. Born 5 Dec 1938.

He married, second, Cordelia Hess.

276.iii. Mary Ellen[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Feb 1918 in Russell Co., Va. Died before 2000. Buried in Mt. Vernon, Ohio.

She married, first, Homer Robert Howard. Children:

i. Homer R. Jr.[7] (called Robert)ii. Marilyn.iii. Brenda.

She married, second, Elbert Soles. Children:

iv. Thomas.

She married, third, Unknown Hall.

276.iv. Flossie May[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Jul 1920 in Honaker, Va. Died 25 Feb 2012 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Buried in Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens, Mt. Vernon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 29 Feb 2012: Flossie M. Monk, age 91, of Fredericktown, passed away suddenly on Saturday morning, Feb. 25, 2012 at Knox Community Hospital surrounded by her loving family and special friends. Flossie was born on July 26, 1920 in Honaker, Va., daughter of Earl and Laura Elizabeth (Hess) Honaker. She married Paul Monk on Sept. 15, 1945 in Richlands, Va., during his leave from the U.S. Army. They moved to Mt. Vernon in 1953, where he became employed and retired from Chattanooga Glass. She baby sat many, many children, besides being a homemaker and baking as many as 30 pies at a time for their food concession. In their spare time, they would pursue their love of fishing most every weekend on Lake Erie. She loved to garden and can, as well as quilting. She was a member of the Blackford Methodist Church. Later in life, she was a popular resident of the Laurels in Mt. Vernon, becoming the inspiration for “Christmas at Heart,” which places Christmas trees in the rooms of nursing homes throughout the county. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Paul; a daughter, Gale Ewing; sisters, Mary Ellen Hall and Stella Jones; brothers, Claude, John, Bernie Edward (Jake), and Charlie. She is survived by a daughter, Carolyn Jeanette Thompson (Kevin Ackerman) of Fredericktown, her sister, Margo (Maggie) Hamilton of Mt. Vernon; brothers, James (Ella Jane) Honaker and George Ben (Nola) Honaker, both of Virginia, a son-in-law, Sam Ewing of Fredericktown; a granddaughter, Beth (Joe) Stanley of Columbus; many nieces, nephews and cousins; as well as special adopted daughters, Roz, Deb and Frankie. She was a joy and inspiration to all she met and will be fondly remembered. A graveside service will be held on Sat., March 3, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. in Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens. Rev. Terry McLaughlin and Ruth Douglas will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Flossie’s name may be made to Hospice of Knox County, 17700 Coshocton Ave., Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050. To send a private online condolence to the family, visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com. The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon is honored to serve the family of Flossie M. Monk.

She married Paul Monk 15 Sep 1945 in Richlands, Va. Died before 2012. Children:

i. Gayle[7]. Died before 2012. She married Sam Ewing.

ii. Carolyn Jeanette. In 2012 she lived in Fredericktown, Ohio.

276.v. Claude Earl[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Jul 1923 in Lebanon, Va. Died 15 Oct 2000 in Portsmouth, Va. Buried in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton, W.Va. He served with the U.S. Navy on the USS Boswell during World War II.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 16 Oct 2000: Claude Earl Honaker, 77, of 313 Pennington Blvd., Portsmouth, Va., formerly of Bluefield, died Sunday, Oct. 15, 2000 at his residence. Born July 14, 1923 in Lebanon, Va., he was the son of the late Earl B. and Laura Elizabeth Hess Honaker. He was a retired train master having worked for the Norfolk & Southern Railroad. He was a member of the Maxwell Hill Baptist Church in Beckley [W.Va.] and a former member of the College Avenue Baptist Church in Bluefield. He was a member of the Bluefield Masonic Lodge #85. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving in World War II. He had lived in Portsmouth since 1997 after moving from Beckley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Jane Riggins Honaker; one son, Richard Lynn Honaker; two brothers; and one sister. Survivors include two sons, Charles E. Honaker and his wife Connie of Fairmont and Robert Michael Honaker and his wife Margaret of Beckley; one daughter, Catherine H. "Katie" Rock and her husband Bruce of Portsmouth, Va., with whom he made his home; seven grandchildren; one great-grandson; three sisters, Floss Monk of Frederickstown, Ohio, Mag Hamilton of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Stella Jones of Lebanon, Va.; and three brothers, George Ben Honaker of Lebanon, Va., James Honaker and John Honaker, both of Honaker, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Members of Bluefield Masonic Lodge #85 will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the service hour on Tuesday.

He married Alice Jane Riggins, daughter of John E. Riggins and Tannis Nona Lefler, 14 Apr 1948 in Elizabeth City, N.C. Born 29 May 1923 in Bluefield, Va. Died 3 Jan 1997 in Portsmouth, Va. Buried next to Claude in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Princeton; her mother is buried on the other side of her.

An obituary appeared in the Bluefield [W.Va.] Telegraph. Children:

i. Richard Lynn[7]. Born 7 May 1950 in Richlands, Va. Died 9 May 1950 in Richlands. Thought to be buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

276.v. ii. Catherine Elizabeth (called Katie). Born 24 Aug 1953 in Bluefield, W.Va.276.v. iii. Charles Edward. Born 8 Feb 1949 in Welch, W.Va.276.v. iv. Robert Michael (called Mike). Born 2 Aug 1956 in Bluefield, W.Va.

276.vi. Maggie Angeline[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Mar 1926 in Russell Co., Va.

She married Harry Hamilton. Children:

i. David[7].

276.viii. John Robert[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 May 1930 in Russell Co., Va. Died 11 Mar 2008 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 12 Mar 2008 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 19 Mar 2008: Mr. John Robert Honaker, age 77, of the River Mountain Road section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Tue., Mar. 11, 2008 in a Kingsport, Tenn. hospital. Born May 25, 1930 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Earl Burke and Laura Elizabeth Hess Honaker. A lifelong resident of River Mountain, he was of the Pentecostal faith and was a 1947 graduate of Honaker High School. He had served three years in the U.S. Navy as a gunner’s mate third class aboard USS Albany. He had retired from the Department of Corrections with 23 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Jake Honaker, Charlie Honaker, and Claude Honaker, and three sisters, Stella Jones, Mary Ellen Hall, and Dorothy Caldwell. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Juanita Lester Honaker of the home; three daughters, Brenda Price and husband, “Chuck” of Brumley Gap, Va., Helen Crabtree and husband, George of Honaker, and Betty Hubbard and husband, Terry of Little River; one son, John Earl Honaker and wife, Melissa of River Mountain; two brothers, James F. Honaker of River Mountain and George Ben Honaker of Lebanon; two sisters, Flossie Monk of Fredrickstown, Ohio and Maggie Hamilton of Mount Vernon, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Ben Price, Tahirih Hill, Timothy Crabtree and wife, Estella, Kristin Crabtree, James Crabtree, Angaleen Hess and husband, Dustin, Nathanial Hubbard and wife, Shena, John Louis Honaker, and Jake Honaker; three great-grandchildren, Timothy Brian Crabtree, II, Christopher Alexander Wyatt Crabtree, and Anika Jade Hess; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Chris Musick and Rev. Ed Lester officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. The Department of Corrections Honor Guard served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were H.L. Honaker, Earl June Nipper, Chuck Price, Lee Ann Crabtree, John Louis Honaker, James Crabtree, and Timothy Crabtree.

He married Juanita Lester ca. 1958. Children:

276.viii. i. Helen[7].276.viii. ii. Betty Jean.276.viii. iii. John Earl.276.viii. iv. Brenda.

276.ix. James Franklin[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Sep 1932 in Russell Co., Va.

He married Ella Jane Horton. Children:

276.ix. i. Sally[7]. ii. Herman Wesley. He married Denise Martin.

276.x. George Ben[6] Honaker (Earl Burke[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Jul 1936 in Russell Co., Va. An honor roll student who graduated high school in 1954, he became a miner for Pittston Coal Co., and member of United Mine Workers of America Local 1256. He took medical retirement in 1987 after being injured by fallen rock. His interests include hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. He is a member of Spring City Baptist Church, Cleveland, Va. In 2000 he lived in Lebanon, Va.

He married, first, Sarah Lester (no middle name), daughter of Crockett Lester and Lourenda Goss. After they divorced she married Daniel Rasnake. Born 21 Jun 1934 in Richlands, Va. Children:

276.x. i. Frances Lou[7]. Born 10 Aug 1957.276.x. ii. Danny Graham. Born 8 Oct 1958.276.x. iii. Nancy Gay. Born 13 Jul 1960.276.x. iv. Connie Sue. Born 5 May 1963.276.x. v. Elizabeth Ann. Born 24 Feb 1966.

He married, second, Nola Irene Sargent, daughter of Paul Homer Sargent and Helen Roberta Robinson, 21 Apr 1972 at Clintwood [Va.] Baptist Church. The Rev. P.H. Harvey conducted the ceremony. Born 23 May 1941 in Honaker, Va. She graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School in 1958 and completed a two-year secretarial course at Radford [Va.] College.Children:

vi. Donald Greg (called Donnie). Born 30 Jun 1969 in Lebanon, Va. He graduated from Lebanon High School in 1987; served as an airman in the U.S. Navy for two years, mostly aboard the aircraft carrier CVN-69 Dwight D. Eisenhower. He also served as an aviation operation specialist in the U.S. Army for five years, including a tour of duty at Ft. Rucker, Ala., where he left the service as a sergeant. He took bachelors and masters degrees from Troy State University, Dothan, Ala., and in 2000 lived in Dothan.

276.x. vii. George B., Jr. (called Jasper). Born 21 May 1973.

286.ii. Janet Lee[6] Honaker (Curtis[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Apr 1957 in Richlands, Va. Died 20 Sep 2003 in Charlotte, N.C. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 24 Sep 2003: Janet Lee Honaker, age 46, of Lancaster, S.C., passed away Sat., Sept. 20, 2003 in a Charlotte, N.C. hospital. Born Apr. 29, 1957 in Richlands, Va., she was a daughter [of] Hattie Fuller Honaker of Honaker, Va. and the late Curtis Honaker. She had spent her early life in the Honaker area and was a graduate of Honaker High School. She had lived in South Carolina for the past 11 years and was a disabled school teacher. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband, Richard Andrew Perkins of the home; two daughters, Kali Gruszewski and Adara Lindsey Perkins both of the home; one sister, Evelyn Honaker of Morristown, Tenn. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. H.G. Musick Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers.

She married Richard Andrew Perkins but continued to use the Honaker surname. Children (surnamed Perkins):

i. Kali[7]. She married Unknown Gruszewski. In 2008 she lived in Morristown, Tenn.ii. Adara Lindsey. She married Unknown Perkins. In 2008 she lived in Greeneville, Tenn.

287.i. Hubert Glen[6] Roman (called Peanut) (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jul 1933 in Honaker, Va. Died 10 Dec 1990 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier: Mr. Hubert Glen Roman, age 57, of Lebanon, Va., passed away early Monday morning in a Lebanon, Va. hospital. He was born in Russell Co., Va., and was the son of Mrs. Niada Honaker Roman of Honaker, Va. and the late Joe Roman. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a disabled machine operator employed by the Phillip Morris Co. in Richmond, Va. He was of the Baptist faith and was preceded in death by one daughter, Diana Roman. Survivors in addition to his mother include his wife, Mrs. Nadrene Shell Roman of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Belinda Barrett of Lebanon, Va. and Miss Darlene Roman of Petersburg, Va.; four sisters, Mrs. Louise Cook of Columbus, Ohio, Mrs. Dollie Whited, Mrs. Shelby Munsey and Mrs. Lorene McGlothlin, all of Honaker, Va.; one brother, J.C. Roman of Honaker, Va.; two grandchildren also survive, Robby Barrett, II, and Sarah Barrett. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel in Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Lawrence Harrison officiating. Burial will follow in the Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He married Lois Nadrene Shell (called Nadrene), daughter of Lester NMN Shell and Lola Mae Combs, 21 Jul 1954 in Honaker, Va. Born 27 Oct 1936 in Putnam, Va.

Nadrine married, second, Paul Anderson Hurd, son of Ira Ernest Hurd and Mae Lois Honaker, 24 Nov 1995 in Russell County. Mae Lois was a daughter of Sam Honaker. Ira Ernest’s father was Steve Hurd. In 2001 Nadrine and Paul lived in Lebanon.

Children (of Hubert and Nadrene):

287.i. i. Belinda Ann[7]. Born 3 Jun 1958 in Richmond, Va.ii. Diana Lynn. Born 13 Jul 1959 in Richmond. Died 31 May 1970 in Lynchburg, Va. Buried in

Combs Family Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier: Honaker, Va.—[Diana] Lynn [Roman], 10,

Richmond, Va., died Sunday in a Lynchburg, Va. hospital after a long illness. Surviving are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hubert [Roman], Richmond; two sisters, [Belinda] Ann [Roman], of the home, Darlene [Roman], Lynchburg, Va.; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Shell, Honaker; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe [Roman], Honaker; maternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Stafford S. Combs, Honaker. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Bristol Herald Courier: Roman—Funeral services for Diana Lynn Roman will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. L.G. Herndon officiating. Burial will be in Combs Cem.. Friends may call at the funeral home.

iii. Lois Darlene. Born 10 Feb 1963 in Richmond. Died 1 Oct 1997 in Petersburg, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. She never married.

The funeral home card indicated that graveside services were held 2 p.m., 3 Oct 1997, the Rev. Darrell Fletcher, officiating; survivors were her mother, stepfather Paul Hurd, sister Belinda, and maternal grandmother Lola Shell.

287.iv. Shelby Jean[6] Roman (called Peanut) (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Jun 1937 in Buchanan Co., Va. In 2002 she lived in Honaker, Va. A picture of her appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, May-Jun 2001.

She married, first, Unknown. She married, second, McRean NMN Hood, son of Robert Carey Hood and Gertrude Elizabeth Clark. Born 23 Jul

1926. Died 10 Dec 1998. He was a tractor mechanic specializing in John Deere and Oliver models. Children (there were no grandchildren as of 2002):

i. Sandra Niada[7]. Born 8 Oct 1963 in Richlands, Va. In 2002 she was a certified eyeglass technician living in Bristol, Va.

ii. Richard McRean. Born 7 Sep 1958 in Richmond, Va. In 2002 he was an automotive mechanic living in Augusta, Ga.

iii. David Joe. Born 12 Jun 1967 in Richlands. In 2002 he lived in Johnson City, Tenn.

She married, third, Martin descendant Robert Howard[7] Munsey in Lebanon, Va. They did not have any children oftheir own

289.i. Lynda Sue[6] Artrip (Mazie Marie[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Jun 1942 in Honaker, Va. In 2002 she was a retired Bell Atlantic Communications manager living in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

She married William Arthur Hoke, son of Kenneth Hoke and Susie NMN Levi. Born 30 Aug 1942 in Herkimer, N.Y. Children:

i. Deborah Sue[7]. Born 9 Apr 1960 in Richmond, Va. Married Unknown Carnes.

289.ii. Glenn Edward[6] Howard (called Edward) (Mazie Marie[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).Born 29 Feb 1956 in Richmond, Va. In 2002 he was a crane operator living in Richmond.

He married Valerie Gail Eubank, daughter of George Figner Eubank and Ruby Frances Melton. Born 13 Jul 1952 in Richmond. Children:

i. Travis Parlan[7]. Born 15 Oct 1984 in Richmond, Va.

311.vi. William Sunday[6] Howard (Ollie Pearl[5], Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 May 1921. Died 29 Jan 2003 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 31 Jan 2003: Rosedale, Va.—William S. “Bill” Howard, 81, died Wed., Jan. 29, 2003, in Russell County Medical Center, Lebanon. He was a veteran of World War II and a member of V.F.W. Post 9864. He was a member of Elk Garden United Methodist Church and was retired after 33 years of service from Kerns Bakery. Mr. Howard was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne M. Howard; one sister and four brothers. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Pam and Greg Wallace of Jacksonville, Fla.; one son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Melba Howard of Lebanon; two sisters, Helen R. Finney of Lebanon and Irene Taylor of Princeton, W.Va.; and four grandchildren, Nicholas Howard, Chadwick Howard, Kelly Wallace and Katie Wallace. Funeral services will be held Sat., Feb. 1, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Elk Garden United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Hite and Rev. Mike Carter officiating. Burial will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, where military services will be conducted by V.F.W. Post 9864. Pallbearers will be nephews, Howard Finney, Greg Finney, Charlie Howard, Jack Howard, Tom Taylor, Larry Howard, Bobby Howard, Mike Skeen, Jimmy Skeen and Dallas Harris. Honorary pallbearers will be Ralph Snead, Jody Breeding, Larry Woodward and Eddie Wallace. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at Elk Garden United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Elk Garden United Methodist Church, H.C. 64, Box 34, Rosedale, VA 24280. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service is serving the Howard family.

He married Jeanne M. Unknown. Children:

311.vi. i. Pam[7]. 311.vi. ii. Douglas.

315.i. Raymond L.[6] Taylor (called Buddy) (Paul Jack[5], Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Apr 1934 in Russell Co., Va.

He married Grace Oleta Garrison, daughter of Noah Garrison and Dorothy Robinson, 17 May 1966 in Honaker, Va. Born 27 Aug 1935 in Big Stone Gap, Va. Died 16 Jan 1994 in Marietta, Ga. Buried in Kennesaw [Ga.] Memorial Cem.. Children:

i. David Neil[7]. Born 8 Apr 1967 in Marietta, Ga. Died 6 Jun 1988 in Marietta. Buried in Kennesaw Memorial Cem..

315.iii. Kathleen[6] Taylor (Paul Jack[5], Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Aug 1937 in Russell Co., Va.

She married Curtis Smith 5 Jan 1957 in Lebanon, Va. Born 18 Feb 1939. Died 31 Oct 1986. Children:

i. Donna[7]. Born 13 May 1957.ii. Curtis. Born 29 Jul 1958.iii. Debbie. Born 15 Mar 1960.iv. Angela Denise. Born 30 Jan 1961. Died ca. 1961.v. Karen. Born 10 May 1963.vi. Sherry. Born 26 Apr 1964.vii. Kathy. Born 27 Oct 1965.

315.iv. Jimmie[6] Taylor (Paul Jack[5], Belle Donna[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Nov 1939 in Russell Co., Va. He lived in Atlanta, Ga.

He married Martin-descendant Peggy Sue[7] Hughes, 5 Jul 1960 in Lebanon, Va. Born 6 May 1942 in Honaker, Va. In 2005 she lived in Marietta, Ga. Children:

315.iv. i. Steven Gregg[7]. Born 12 Mar 1962.315.iv. ii. Jimmy Scott. Born 8 Oct 1964.315.iv. iii. Kimberly Sue. Born 5 Apr 1971.

318.viii. Donald Lee[6] Barrett (Benjamin Franklin[5], James Harvey[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Oct 1932 in Russell Co., Va.

He married Betty Lou Helton, daughter of A.R. Helton and Ideal Hannah Unknown, 18 Apr unknown year. Born 5 Feb 1936 in Elk Garden, Va. Died 22 Oct 2002 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Barrett Cem., Honaker, Va.

Bristol (Tenn.-Va.) Herald Courier, 23 Oct 2002: Honaker [Va.]–Mrs. Betty Lou Helton Barrett, 66, passed away Tue., Oct. 22, 2002, in a Lebanon hospital. Born Feb. 5, 1936, in Elk Garden, Va., she was a daughter of Ideal Hannah Helton of Rosedale, Va., and the late A.R. Helton. She had spent most of her life in the Honaker area and was a member of the Swords Creek Community Baptist Church, where she was a member of the choir and a Sunday School teacher. She was a senior sales director for Mary Kay Cosmetics. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one devoted uncle, Bill Hess. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband, Donald Lee Barrett of the home; one daughter, Lynda Barrett Hargroves of Bristol, Tenn.; two sons, Donald L. Barrett II and his wife, Rose, of Sterling Heights, Mich., and Kenneth L. Barrett and his wife, Nancy, of Abingdon; seven grandchildren, Joseph Matthew Clark, Elizabeth Anne Dolinger and her husband Charlie, Holly Barrett, Kristy Ramsey, Lori Barrett McGlothlin and her husband Daniel, Heather Barrett and Hannah Barrett Hargroves; three great grandchildren, Sidney Jarrod Dolinger, Samuel Clark Dolinger and Madison Brooke Ramsey; three sisters, Elizabeth Helton Barrett of Honaker, Jeanette Helton Bita of Cleveland, Ohio, and Anna James Helton of Chuckey, Tenn.; three brothers, Hubert Helton of Detroit, Hershall Helton of Kingsport and Ed Helton of Jonesborough, Tenn.; one devoted aunt, Lillian Hannah Hess of Rosedale, Va.; and many beloved nephews, nieces and friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Swords Creek Community Church at Swords Creek, Va., with Bro. Leslie Ritchie officiating. Interment will follow in the Barrett Cem. at Honaker. Pallbearers will be the deacons of the Swords Creek Community Baptist Church. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Wednesday. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the funeral hour. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Children:

318.viii. i. Lynda[7]. (hargroves)ii. Donald L., II. He married Rose Unknown.iii. Kenneth L. He married Nancy Unknown.

325.i. Bobby Jack[6] Ball (Sadie Mae[5], Edward Robert[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Mar 1939 in Richlands, Va. Died 2 Mar 2013 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Mar 2013: Mr. Bobby Jack Ball, age 73, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sat., March 2, 2013 in a Lebanon, Va. hospital. Born March 5, 1939 in Richlands, Va., he was a son of the late Hollis McKinley and Sadie Mae Barrett Ball. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a U.S. Air Force veteran, a former mechanic for Big Fork Coal Company and was a farmer. Survivors include two children, Amy Michelle Benites and Jill Lynette Wendt both of Arizona; one sister, Patsy Sue Smith of Georgia; eight grandchildren, two nieces and a host of friends. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va., with Bro. Jim Honaker officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to assemble at the Cem.. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Honaker, Mack Ray, Bradley Ray, Austin Honaker, Larry Ball and Thomas Austin. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Honaker, Benny Honaker, Gerald Stevens, Mike Stevens, Bradley Honaker and Dillon Cook. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Tuesday.

He married Unknown. Children:

i. Amy Michelle[7]. Born 2 Feb 1968. She married Unknown Benites and lived in Phoenix, Ariz. ii. Jill Lynette. Born 17 May 1972. She married, first, Unknown Bizzel and lived in Mesa, Ariz. She

married, second, Unknown Wendt.

325.ii. Patsy Sue[6] Ball (Sadie Mae[5], Edward Robert[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born in Richlands, Va.She married Charles Smith (called Chuck). Children:

i. Janenne[7]. She married Unknown Springer.

ii. Sabrina.

385. Jacob Boyd[6] Honaker (called Boyd) (George Washington[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Nov 1903 in Putnam Co., W.Va. (also reported as Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va.) Died 22 Feb 1990 in Yuma, Ariz. Buried in Desert Lawn Memorial Park, Yuma. His son Harold told an interesting story about Jacob. When Jacob was born, his mother named him Jacob Boyd, but his father went to the courthouse and named him George Washington Honaker Jr. When Jacob turned 21, he legally changed his name to Jacob Boyd, the name his mother had given him.

Unknown newspaper: Boyd Honaker, Boilermaker Apprentice, Huntington, W.Va., Jan. 9, a daughter, Emma Jean.Unknown newspaper: Boyd Honaker, Boilermaker Apprentice, and family visited at Hinton, W.Va., Feb. 22.Yuma Daily Sun: Friends of Jacob Boyd Honaker, 86, who died Feb. 22, 1990, at his Yuma home, may call from 4

to 6 p.m. Sunday at Johnson Mortuary. Services for Honaker will be 10 a.m. Monday at the mortuary with Carroll Harkness, minister of the Central Church of Christ, officiating. Honaker, who was born Nov. 17, 1903, in Culloden, W.Va., lived in Yuma for 41 years. He formerly lived in Huntington, W.Va. Honaker was a retired boilermaker for the Southern Pacific Railroad and a custodian for the Crane School District. He was a member of the Central Church of Christ, and the Woodmen of the World. He also was a volunteer at Desert Manor Convalescent Hospital, and was a nominee for Citizen of the Year. Surviving are his sons Thomas Odell Honaker of Yuma and Harold Honaker of Huntington; daughters Winnie Gallaher of Yuma, Emma Jean Johnson of Tempe and Shirley Ann Clay of Scottsdale, 16 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Burial will be in Desert Lawn. Pallbearers will be Kevin Honaker, Casey Honaker, Gene Clay, Paul McAndrew, George Gallaher, John Johnson, Dan Gallaher and Sam Clay.

He married, first, Ruth Ellen Switzer 4 Jun 1922 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Born 25 Jan 1904 in Logan Co., W.Va.

Unknown Huntington newspaper: On Sunday evening Miss Ruth M. Switzer was married to Jacob B. Honaker, both of Huntington. Miss Switzer was accompanied by her parents.

Children:

385. i. Harold Hilton[7]. Born 22 Jan 1924 in Cabell Co., W.Va. 385. ii. Emma Jean. Born 9 Jan 1927 in Cabell County.

iii. Shirley Ann. Born 25 Aug 1935. She married Theodore E. Clay 13 Sep 1953 in Yuma, Ariz.iv. Thomas Odell. Born 25 Sep 1940. In 1999 he lived in Yuma, Ariz. He married Linda Unknown.

He married, second, Nettie Lee Sherwood. Born 1 Nov 1903.

386. Zelphia Ernestine[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Dec 1910 in Lesage, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 18 Jul 1951 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Woodmere Cem., Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 20 Jul 1951: Mrs. Zelphia Ernestine Honaker Labus, 40 years old, of Barboursville Route 1, died yesterday in a Huntington hospital. Survivors include the husband, Michael Peter Labus; one son, Donald E. Long, serving with the Marines; one daughter, Mrs. Billie G. Deaver of Richmond, Va.; the mother, Mrs. Delia Mae Honaker of Huntington, and two brothers, W.R. Honaker of Huntington and J.B. Honaker of Yuma, Ariz. The body is at the Beard-Fisher Funeral Home.

She married, first, Ackley Moore (also Mohr) Long 4 Sep 1929 in Cabell County. Born 1910 in Mason Co., W.Va. He married, second, Dorothy Long in Huntington. Children (of Zelphia and Ackley):

i. Mona Lou[7]. Born 7 Jun 1930. She married Billie G. Deaver.816. ii. Donald E. Born 5 Feb 1933 in Huntington.

She married, second, Michael Peter Labus.

387. Ora May[6] Honaker (also Ora Mae) (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Apr 1902 in West Virginia. Died 15 Jul 1982 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Culloden [W.Va.] Cem., Cabell County.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 17 Jul 1982: Mrs. Ora Mae Thomasson, 80, of Culloden, W.Va., died Thurs., July 15, 1982, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Carol “Mildred” Kinnard of Lee’s Creek Road, Culloden. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Heck Funeral Home, Milton, by Minister Rush Egnor and Minister Jerry McIntyre. Burial will be in Culloden Cem.. She was born April 25, 1902, a daughter of the late Amos and Venna Burns Honaker. She was a member of Culloden Church of Christ. Additional survivors include four sisters, Mrs. Orga Campbell and Mrs. Beatrice Glenn, both of Hurricane, Mrs. Frances Nutter of Culloden and Mrs. Ethel Twyman of Elizabeth, W.Va.;

four brothers, Ernest Honaker of Culloden, Mark Honaker of Milton, Glenn Honaker of Hurricane and Winfred Honaker of New Jersey; four grandchildren, Mrs. Marie Sowards, Mrs. Karen Lunsford, Carroll Kinnard and Eugene Ronk.

She married Elza Barton Thomasson, son of Samuel Thomasson and Lelia Etta Lawhorn, 27 Jul 1918 in Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Ky. The service was performed by G.M. Howerton, Presbyterian minister, and witnessed by Clara Thornbury and H.G. Lyon. The marriage register indicates both were 21 (he may have been but she was not); that he was born in Putnam Co., W.Va.; she in Cabell Co., W.Va.; that their residence was Culloden, W.Va.; his parents were Sam Thomasson and Lelia Etta Lawhorn; hers were Amos Honaker and Vena Burns; that the husband’s occupation was farming. He was born 12 Feb 1899 in Boyd Co., Ky. (also reported as Putnam Co., W.Va.) Died 7 Jun 1992 (also reported as 1996) in Putnam Co., W.Va. Buried in Neal Cem., Milton, Cabell County. Children:

387. i. Mildred Frances[7]. Born 22 May 1919 in Cabell County. 387. ii. Sylvia E. Born 1 Sep 1920 in Cabell County.

iii. Richard. Born 1924. Died 1936 in Cabell County. Buried in Culloden Cem..

388. Lula Beatrice[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1905 in West Virginia. Died 13 Jun 1994 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Legacy Memorial Gardens, Tyler Mountain, unknown place.

Charleston [W.Va.] Gazette, 14 Jun 1994: Lula B. Glenn, 89, of Hurricane died June 13, 1994, in Huntington after a long illness. She was a lifelong resident of Hurricane. Surviving: son, Gilbert R. of Hurricane; brothers, Mark Honaker of Milton, [Glenn] Honaker, [Winfred] Honaker of Pennsylvania, Ernest Honaker of Culloden; sisters, Frances Nutter of Culloden, Ethel Twyman of Spencer; one grandchild; two great-grandchildren. Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with the Rev. Ronnie Brown officiating. Burial will be in Legacy Memorial Gardens, Tyler Mountain. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

She married Gilbert Glenn. Died before 1994. Born 3 May 1905. Children:

i. Gilbert Ray[7]. Born 1942 in Kanawha Co., W.Va.

389. Homer Cliff[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Mar 1908 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 28 Nov 1972 in Detroit, Wayne Co., Mich. Buried in Hillcrest Cem., Kenova, Wayne Co., W.Va.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 30 Nov 1972: Homer Cliff Honaker, 64, of Crooked Creek, W.Va., died Tuesday evening. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. at the Honaker-Harris Funeral Home at Logan, W.Va., by the Rev. Walter Thornton. Burial will be in Hill Crest Cem. at Wayne. He was born March 10, 1908, in Milton, W.Va. Survivors include the wife, Sadie Honaker; two daughters, Mrs. Jetta Browning of Cleveland, Ohio and Miss Janet Honaker of Detroit, Mich.; five brothers, Glenn Honaker of Hurricane, W.Va., Winfred Honaker of New Jersey, Martin Honaker of Huntington, Mark Honaker of Milton, W.Va., and Ernest Honaker of Culloden, W.Va.; six sisters, Mrs. Ora Thompson of Culloden, Mrs. Beatrice Glenn of Hurricane, Mrs. Orga Campbell of Hurricane, Mrs. Frances Nutter of Culloden, Mrs. Lillian Thompson of Austin, Texas, and Mrs. Ethyl Twyman of Elizabeth, W.Va.

He married, first, Audra Thelma Byrnside (the given name is on her death certificate; the headstone gives Ordra Byrnside Honaker), daughter of Jehu George Byrnside and Dana Clara Rodger. Born 5 Jan 1914 in Byrnside, Lincoln Co., W.Va. Died of embolism caused by childbirth 2 Feb 1935 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane, Putnam Co., W.Va. Children:

i. Clifton Leon[7]. The headstone gives Clifton Leon Jr., although his father was Homer Cliff Honaker. Stillborn 28 Jan 1935 in Hurricane, Putnam Co., W.Va. Buried in Valley View Memorial Park, Hurricane.

He married, second, Sadie Price, daughter of Woods Price and Emma Brown, 23 Dec 1937 in Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Ky. Born 3 Mar 1910 in Wayne Co., W.Va. Died 28 Jul 1998 in Huntington, W.Va. Buried in Hillcrest Cem., Kenova, W.Va.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 30 Jul 1998: Sadie Honaker, 88, of Peach Creek, W.Va., widow of H.C. “Cliff” Honaker, died Tuesday in St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born Mar. 3, 1910 in Huntington, W.Va. She was a homemaker and a member of Crooked Creek Church of Christ in Crooked Creek, W.Va. She was also a member of the Logan Garden Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, Woods Price and Emma Brown Price. Surviving are two daughters, Jetta Browning of Glade Valley, N.C., and Janet Abshire of Medina, Ohio; one son-in-law, Joe Reed Browning of Glade Valley, N.C.; five grandchildren, Sandra Behm of Madison, Ohio, Allison Raab of Euclid, Ohio, Joe Browning, Jr., of Parma Heights, Ohio, Angela J. Abshire [and Michael C. Abshire] of Medina, Ohio, six great-grandchildren: Kayla Raab,

Eric Raab, Nathaniel Abshire, Torrianna Abshire, Devin Browning and Nicholas Browning; one sister, Ruby Clark of Huntington; and many nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be conducted at Honaker Funeral Home in Logan, W.Va., Fri., July 31 at 11 a.m. with Minister Ronnie Abshire; burial will follow in Hillcrest Cem. in Kenova, W.Va. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Honaker Funeral Home in Logan.

Children:

817. ii. Jetta Gracine[7]. Born 24 Sep 1938 in Cabell Co., W.Va.389. iii. Janet Delores. Born 18 Nov 1943 in Kenova, Wayne Co., W.Va.

390. Winfred Ramey[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 6 Mar 1910 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 17 Jun 2005 in Vineland, Cumberland Co., N.J. Buried Greenwood Memorial Park, Millville, Cumberland Co., N.J.

Unknown newspaper and date: Winfred R. Honaker, 95, of Millville, N.J., passed away Fri., June 17, 2005 in the SJH Regional Medical Center, Vineland, after being in failing health. Mr. Honaker was born and raised in Culloden, W.Va., and had resided in Millville for the past 44 years. He was the son of the late William Amos and Josephine Burns Honaker. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Ray Coger in 1994 and his sons, John, Paul, Winfred Floyd, William (Billy) Amos and Phillip Ramey; and two grandsons. Before retiring, Mr. Honaker was employed as an electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Winfred married Ora Belle Martin Weekly Mar. 19, 1930. He is survived by daughters, Rebecca Richter of Tuckahoe, N.J., Linda Sutton of Naples, Fla., Debra Bland of Cedarville, N.J., Jacqueline Wurtzel of Greenwich, N.J., Reba Jones of Sidney, Ohio, Wanda Trabert of West Liberty, Ohio, and Dorothy Workman of Huntington, W.Va.; sons, Larry of Eugene, Ore., and Marion T. of Sidney, Ohio; 48 grandchildren, 81 great grandchildren; one sister, Frances Nutter and one brother, Ernest, both of Culloden, W.Va. Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Pancoast Funeral Home, Vineland, N.J. Burial was in Greenwood Memorial Park, Millville, N.J.

He married, first, Ora Belle Martin Weekly, daughter of William Saunders Martin and Minnie B. Sparks, 19 Mar 1930 in Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Ky. The marriage was also recorded in the Cabell County Courthouse, Huntington, W.Va. Born 17 Apr 1914 in Craigsville, Nicholas Co., W.Va. Died 24 Jan 1958 in Sidney, Shelby Co., Ohio. Buried Glenn Cem., Port Jefferson. Ora and her brothers were placed at Davis Child Center, an orphanage, in Jun 1926. Family legend is that the mother had deserted the family and the father couldn’t care for them. Ora was adopted by the J. Clyde Weekly family 17 May 1928. The mother, Minnie, relinquished her parental rights 29 Jun 1926. The father came to visit the children at the orphanage.

Unknown newspaper and date: Ora Jaques dies at 43 in Sidney Hospital—Mrs. Ora Jaques, 43, wife of Charles Jaques of [Rural Route] 5, died at 1 p.m. Friday in Wilson Memorial Hospital. She had been seriously ill for the past two weeks with cancer. Born in Charleston, W.Va., Apr. 17, 1914, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Martin. She was married Feb. 4, 1942 and came to Sidney from Pt. Pleasant, W.Va., in 1943. She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors are her husband, four children at home, Charles Jr., 15, Roy Rogers, 13, Jimmy, 11, and Dennis Eugene, 10, three daughters and four sons by a former marriage, Mrs. Norman Jones of [Rural Route] 6, Mrs. Ivan Smith of Huntington, W.Va., and Mrs. Robert Trabert of West Liberty, Paul Honaker, of Pt. Pleasant, W.Va., Winfred Honaker of Canton, Larry Honaker in the military service in Tennessee, and Marion Honaker of California, 16 grandchildren; four brothers, Carl, Raymond and Dale Martin of Charleston, W.Va., and Jack Martin of Texas. Two sons, William Amos and Phillip Ramie Honaker preceded her in death. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Dearth Funeral Home. Burial will be in Glenn Cemetery, Port Jefferson.

Children:

818. i. Reba Ellen[7]. Born 23 Jan 1931 in Culloden, Cabell County.819. ii. Paul Arthur, Jr. Born 31 Jan 1932 in Culloden.820. iii. Winfred Floyd. Born 13 May 1933 in Culloden.821. iv. Dorothy Jean. Born 5 Aug 1934 in Culloden.822. v. Wanda Fay. Born 26 Aug 1935 in Culloden.823. vi. Larry. Born 10 Dec 1936 in Culloden.824. vii. Marion T. Born 16 Dec 1938 in Culloden.

viii. William Amos. Born 5 Mar 1940 in Culloden. Died 4 Mar 1948 in Cabell County. Buried Peach Ridge Cem., Hurricane, Putnam Co., W.Va.

ix. Philip Ramey. Born 14 Jun 1941 in Culloden. Died 19 Sep 1941 in Culloden. Buried Culloden Cem.

He married, second, Frances Faye Coger, daughter of Jonathan E. Coger and Cybil Ray, 18 Dec 1945 in Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va. Born 3 Jul 1922 in Spencer. Died 13 Feb 1994 in Millville. Children:

390. x. Rebecca Jean. Born 16 Nov 1946 in Cabell Co., W.Va. 390. xi. Linda Sue. Born 12 Feb 1948 in Cabell County 390. xii. John William. Born 29 Jul 1950 in Cabell County. 390. xiii. Debra Ann. Born 30 Apr 1956 in Mason Co., W.Va.

xiv. Jacquelyn NMN (called Jackie). Born 11 Sep 1959 in Parkersburg, Wood Co., W.Va. She married Paul Samuel Wurtzel (called Fuzzy), son of Garfield G. Wurtzel (called

Guddle) and Tatianna Nedohon (called Tillie), 10 Apr 1992 in Greenwich, Cumberland Co., N.J. Born 2 Dec 1947 in Millville, Cumberland Co., N.J. Died 16 Sep 2011 in Greenwich. He previously married Mary Ann Lucas and had two children with her, Michelle Wurtzel, b. 29 Mar 1966, m. Howard Kazan; and Eric Roman Wurtzel, b. 7 Jun 1972.

Bridgeton [N.J.] News, 19 Sep 2011: Paul Samuel “Fuzzy” Wurtzel, 63, of Greenwich Twp. passed away peacefully on Friday evening, Sept. 16, 2011 at home. The husband of Jacquelyn “Dolly” Wurtzel (nee Honaker), he was born in Millville and was the son of the late Garfield “Guddle” Wurtzel and the late Tatianna “Tillie” Wurtzel (nee Nedohon). He was a 1966 graduate of Bridgeton High School and a lifelong area resident. Fuzzy worked for over 37 years as a heavy equipment operator. He was well known for his expertise with a backhoe. He was employed by the Cumberland County Public Works Department Mosquito Control Division in Fairfield Twp. Fuzzy was an outdoorsman who loved to hunt for deer and turkey and go fishing in the bay. He enjoyed working with his hands and was an avid woodworker. He was a long time member of both the Fifth Ward Club in Bridgeton and the Bridgeton Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 2127 in Bridgeton. In addition to his wife of 23 years, he is survived by two children, Michelle Kazan and her husband Howard of Carmel and Eric Wurtzel of Florida; grandchildren, Abigail, Alissa and Lexi Kazan; sister, Patricia Simione; and brothers, Martin, George and Ken Wurtzel. He was preceded in death by one sister, Pearl Wurtzel. Friends are invited to a “Celebration of Life” at the Bridgeton Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 2127, 98100 Cohansey Street in Bridgeton on Sat., Sept. 24, 2011 at 1 p.m. for a time of sharing and refreshments. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Fuzzy’s memory to the Bridgeton F.O.E. Aerie 2227, 98100 Cohansey St., Bridgeton NJ 08302. Written condolences and tributes may be offered to the family via the funeral home website, freitagfuneralhome.com.

391. Martin Henderson[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Aug 1912 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 5 Feb 1981 in Huntington, Cabell County. Interred in Woodmere Abbey of Peace, Huntington. He lived in West Virginia.

Unknown newspaper, probably Herald Dispatch, Huntington: Mr. Martin H. Honaker of 137 Olive Street, Huntington, W.Va., died Thurs., Feb. 5, 1981 in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Beard Morturary by Minister John Miller. Entombment will be in Woodmere Abbey of Peace. He was born in Cabell County, a son of the late Amos and Vena Burns Honaker. He was a Whirlpool service manager for VanZandt Supply Co. with 32 years of service, and a member of Norway Avenue Church of Christ and Huntington Lodge 313, [Benevolent and Protective Order] of Elks. Survivors include his wife, Alberta Arbaught Honaker; one daughter, Mrs. Ramona Kearney of Arcadia, Calif.; one son, Gary M. Honaker of Huntington; five sisters, Mrs. Ora Thomasson and Mrs. Frances Nutter, both of Culloden, W.Va., Orgie Campbell and Beatrice Gibb, both of Hurricane, W.Va. and Ethel Twyman of Elizabeth, W.Va.; four brothers, Glenn Honaker of Hurricane, Mark Honaker of Milton, Ernest Honaker of Culloden and Winfred Honaker of Milford, N.J.; four grandchildren and two step grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Beard Mortuary, Huntington, W.Va.

He married Alberta Louise Arbaugh, daughter of P.W. Arbaugh and Agnes Unknown, 13 May 1936 in Cabell County. Born Nov 1916 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 8 Jan 2010 in Huntington.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 12 Jan 2010: Alberta Honaker of Huntington, widow of Martin H. Honaker, passed away on Fri., Jan. 8, 2010 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, P.W. and Agnes Arbaugh and two brothers, Hobart Arbaugh and Freddy Arbaugh. She is survived by one son, Gary (Rose) Honaker of Garland, Texas; one daughter, Ramona Kearney of Anaheim, Calif.; one sister, Venita Smith of St. Albans, W.Va.; four grandchildren, Martin Travis (Shannon) Honaker of Rowlett, Texas, Elizabeth Rose Honaker of Garland, Texas, Kim Caldecott of Aliso Viejo, Calif., and John Kearney V of Las Vegas, Nev.; and six great-grandchildren, Jacob Martin Honaker of Rowlett, Texas, Ben and Chelsea Caldecott of Aliso Viejo, Calif., Maddie, Meagan and Logan Kearney of Las Vegas, Nev. Visitation will be held on Tue., Jan. 12, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Beard Mortuary, Huntington. A

private committal service will be held on Wednesday. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.beardmortuary.com.

Children:

391. i. Ramona Josetta[7]. Born 6 Apr 1938.391. ii. Gary Martin. Born 9 Jul 1943.

392. Bernard Glenn[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Nov 1914 in Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 2 Nov 1996 in Cleveland, Bradley Co., Tenn. Buried Sunset Memorial Gardens, Cleveland.

He married Anna Allen Grossl, daughter of John Grossl and Anna Youch, 9 May 1936 in Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Ky. Born 17 Dec 1911 in Boomer, Fayette Co., W.Va. Died 22 Apr 1994 in Cleveland. Buried Sunset Memorial Gardens.Children:

825. i. Bernard Glenn[7] Jr. Born 2 Aug 1937 in Danville, Va.826. ii. John William. Born 4 Apr 1939 in Hurricane, Cabell Co., W.Va.

393. John Mark[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Jan 1917 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 1 May 2000 in Hurricane, Putnam Co., W.Va. Buried Forest Memorial Park, Milton, Cabell Co., W.Va.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., unknown date, with photograph: John Mark Honaker, 83, of Milton, passed away Mon., May 1, 2000, in Columbia Putnam General Hospital, Hurricane. Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m.Wed., May 3, 2000, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton, with Minister Bud Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. He was born Jan. 31, 1917, in Cabell Co., W.Va., a son of the late William Amos and Josephene Cinderella (Burns) Honaker. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Robert Allen Cotler. He was a retired electrical lineman for R.H. Bouligny, Charleston. He was a member of [International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers] Local 317, Huntington. He was a member of the Milton Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Esther Nicholas Honaker; three sons and daughters-in-law, Toney and Patty Honaker of Milton, David Mark and Rosemary Honaker of Millville, N.J., and Gregory Pat and Bonnie Honaker of Millville, N.J.; a daughter, Sharon Cotler of Millville, N.J.; two brothers, Winfred Honaker of Millville, N.J., and James Ernest Honaker of Culloden; one sister, Frances Nutter of Culloden; ten grandchildren, David Honaker, Jr., Darren Honaker, Jason Honaker, Mark Cotler, Sheila Adams, Shelly Cotler, Jessica Honaker, Joshua Honaker, James Williamson, and Aaron Honaker; five great grandchildren, Matthew Honaker, Freddie Adams, Devyn Adams, Hunter Adams, and Breeann Williamson. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. this evening at Heck Funeral Home.

He married Esther Marie Nicholas, daughter of James Edward Nicholas and Eliza McCallister, 20 Apr 1940 in Catlettsburg, Boyd Co., Ky. Born 13 May 1924 in Milton. Died 8 Feb 2004 in Culloden, W.Va. Buried in Forest Memorial Park, Milton.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 10 Feb 2004: Esther Marie Honaker, 79, of Culloden, passed away Sun., Feb. 8, 2004, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wed., Feb. 11, 2004, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton, with the Minister W.R. Bud Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Memorial Park, Milton. Esther was born May 13, 1924, a daughter of the late James Edward and Eliza McCallister Nicholas. She is also preceded in death by her husband, John Mark Honaker; one grandson, Robert Cotler; six sisters and one brother. Esther was a member of the Milton Church of Christ. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Toney and Patty Honaker of Milton, David and Rosemary Honaker, Gregory Pat and Bonnie Honaker; one daughter, Sharon Cotler all of Millville, N.J.; and one brother, Halley Nicholas of Milton. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, David Honaker Jr., Darren Honaker, Jason Honaker, Sheila Adams, Mark Cotler, Shelly Ayers and Aaron Honaker, all of Millville, N.J., Jessica Honaker, Joshua Honaker and James Williamson, all of Milton; five great-grandchildren, Matthew, Freddie, Devyn, Hunter and Cassidy. The family would like to give a special thanks to Norah Meadows, Anna Wilson, Leroy Shelton and Treva Adkins, who helped cared for mom in the last years of her life. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tue., February 10, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton.

Cildren:

827. i. David Mark[7]. Born 3 Sep 1941 in Cabell County.828. ii. Sharon Louise. Born 7 Aug 1943.829. iii. Tony Allen. Born 13 May 1946.830. iv. Gregory Pat. Born 3 Jun 1949.

394. Orga Garnett[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Apr 1920 in Culloden, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 28 Sep 1983. Buried in White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, W.Va.

She married Robert Franklin Campbell, son of James E. Campbell and Alice Mae Johnson, 24 Apr 1939 in Cabell County. Born 25 Oct 1915 in Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 5 Apr 1997. Buried in White Chapel Cem..

Children:

ii. Robert Franklin. Born 22 Sep 1942. He married Dorothy Unknown.iii. Ralph Gail. Born 20 Dec 1944. He married Kathryn Unknown.iv. James William. (called Jimmy) Born 5 Feb 1947.v. Winfred Francis. Born 8 Dec 1948. He married Donna Unknown.vi. Thomas Edward (called Eddie.) Born 10 Jan 1954.vii. Benjamin Lee (called Benny.) Born 13 Jan 1955. He married Sandy Unknown.

395. Della Frances[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Sep 1922 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 28 Oct 2007 in Culloden, Cabell County. Buried in Culloden Cem..

Charleston [W.Va.] Gazette, 1 Apr 1990: Anniversaries—Mr. and Mrs. Denver G. Nutter will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday with an open house given by their children at the Senior Citizens Center in Milton. He is retired from Union Carbide. She is the former Frances Honaker. Their children are Roger, Wayne, Barbara and Sara. They have 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Charleston Gazette, 30 Oct 2007 (with photograph): Della Frances Nutter of Culloden went to be with her Lord and husband, Denver, on Sun., Oct. 28, 2007, at her residence. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 1, at Heck Funeral Home, Milton, with the Rev. Brent Beckett officiating. Burial will follow in Culloden Cem.. She was born September 24 [1922] in Culloden and was a daughter of the late Amos and Vena Honaker. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers, five sisters, and infant son, Ronald. She was a member of the Church of God, Hurricane. She is survived by two daughters, Barbara Lewis and her husband, John, of Milton and Sara Hoback and friend, Mark, of Culloden; two sons, Roger Nutter and his wife, Darla, of Malvern, Pa., and Wayne Nutter and his wife, Debbie, of Culloden; one brother and his wife, Ernest and Betty Honaker of Culloden; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Heck Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.heckfuneralhome.com.

She married Denver Gale Nutter 16 Apr 1940 in Marietta, Ohio. Born 29 Sep 1917 in Elizabeth, W.Va. Died 13 Jul 2006. Buried Culloden Cem. Children:

i. Ronald[7]. Born 27 Mar 1942. Died 31 May 1942.831. ii. Barbara.832. iii. Roger.833. iv. Wayne.834. v. Sara.

396. Ila Ethel[6] Honaker (called Ethel) (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 11 Apr 1924 in Cabell (also reported as Putnam) Co., W.Va. Died 29 Oct 1997 in Elizabeth, Wirt Co., W.Va. Buried Knights of Pythias Cem., Elizabeth.

She married Woodrow June Twyman, son of Aaron Petitt Twyman and Virginia Wilson. Born 12 Jun 1915 in Flint Run, Wirt County. Died 23 Feb 1983 in Elizabeth. Buried Knights of Pythias Cem.

Unknown newspaper and date: Woodrow J. Twyman, 67, of Rt. 1, Elizabeth, died Wednesday morning, Feb. 23, at his residence following a brief illness. Mr. Twyman was born in Flint Run, Wirt County, a son of the late Aaron Pettit and Virginia Wilson Twyman. He was a retired construction worker and a member of Boilermakers Union 667 of Charleston. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Honaker Twyman; two sons, William J. and Woodrow J. Twyman, both of Elizabeth; two daughters, Patricia June Blue and Wilma Joyce Sister, both of Detroit; a brother, Okey Twyman of Medina, Ohio; two sisters, Pearl Gaines and Hazel Hobbs, both of Plant City, Fla.; 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Services were conducted Saturday afternoon at the Matheny-Pomroy Funeral Home with burial in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery.

Children:

i. Patricia June[7]. Born 15 Jul 1940 in Elizabeth. She married Kenneth Ray Bluew 27 Dec 1973.ii. Wilma Joyce (called Joyce.) Born 25 Feb 1942. Died 31 Jul 2011. She married Harold Monroe 2

Feb 1959.iii. William Jennings. Born 27 Jul 1947. He married Doris Kay Summerville.iv. Woodrow Jerry (called Jerry.) Born 29 Aug 1949. He married Susan Smith.

397. James Ernest[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 18 Jul 1926 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 10 Mar 2013 in Huntington, W.Va. Buried in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes, W.Va.

Daily Mail, Charleston, W.Va., 12 Mar 2013: James “Ernie” Honaker, 86, of Culloden, passed away Sun., March 10, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital [Huntington, W.Va.] after a short illness. He was a retired electrician with [International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers] Local 317, working mostly with Ashland Oil. He was preceded in death by two sons, Michael and Douglas. Surviving are his wife, Betty; son, Ron Honaker and his wife, Regina, of Culloden; daughter, Kathy Sampson and her husband, Ed, of Milton; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thurs., March 14, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with elders Harold Johnson and Tony Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Please visit allenfuneralhomewv.com. to share memories and condolences.

He married Betty Smith 11 Oct 1949 in Greenup, Ky. Born 14 Apr 1931. Children:

397. i. Michael Ernest[7]. Born 15 Feb 1951 in Milton, W.Va. ii. Kathy Sue. Born 30 Sep 1954 in Milton. She married Charles Edwin Sampson (called Ed) 23 Jan

1976 in Hurricane. Born 1951 in Kanawha Co., W.Va.iii. Ronald Darren. Born 30 Nov 1962 in Milton. He married Kim Lackey 27 Jun 1993 in Pearisburg,

Giles Co., Va.iv. Douglas. Died 1 May 1966. Buried Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Creoss Lanes, Kanawha

Co., W.Va.

398. Lillian Marie[6] Honaker (William Amos[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 14 Feb 1929 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 24 Jan 1976.

She married Roscoe Tomasson, son of G.H. Tomasson and Mollie Sowards, 12 Apr 1947 in Boyd Co., Ky. Born 14 Feb 1926 in Cabell County. Children:

i. Stephen[7].ii. Mollie Lou.

399. Granville Clinton[6] Honaker (Benjamin Franklin[5], William Henderson[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Nov 1907 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 3 Aug 1982 in Huntington. Buried in White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, W.Va.

Herald Dispatch, Huntington, 5 Aug 1982: Mr. Granville Honaker, 74, of 2037 Johnstown Road, Huntington, W.Va., died Tue., Aug. 3, 1982 in Cabell Huntington Hospital. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at the Church of Christ at Twenty-Sixth Street and First Avenue, by Mr. Donald Wright. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. He was born Nov. 17, 1907, in Cabell Co., W.Va., a son of Mrs. Mary Black Honaker of South Point, Ohio, and the late Benjamin Honaker. He was a shipping clerk for Huntington Barber and Beauty Supply and a member of the Church of Christ. Additional survivors include his wife, Evelyn Spurlock Honaker, two daughters, Mrs. Reba Chapman of Ellington, Ky., and Mrs. June Runyon of Chesapeake, Ohio; three sons, Ronald C. Honaker of Park Lake, Ga., Ted R. Simpson of Proctorville, Ohio, and Robert B. Simpson of Eldorado, Calif.; one brother, Dallas Honaker of Huntington; 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Reger Funeral Home, Huntington. The body will be taken to the church an hour before the service.

He married, first, Gladys Irene May 15 Dec 1928 in Cabell County. Born 1 Jun 1912. Died 23 Jun 1952 in Huntington. Buried in Ridgelawn Cem.. Children:

i. Reba Jean[7]. Born 16 Jan 1930 in Huntington. She married Richard E. Chapman 18 Jan 1946. Born in Cabell Co., W.Va.

ii. Ronald Clinton. Born 29 Nov 1938 in Huntington. He married Sandra L. Rhoads 28 Jun 1964.In 2001 they lived in Jacksonville, Fla.

He married, second, Evelyn F. Spurlock, 24 Jan 1953 in Cabell County. Born 1905. She previously married Unknown Simpson.

400. Arcie Mae[6] Honaker (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married, second, William Holland Hale. Born ca. 1905. Died 26 May 1989 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Clinch

Valley Memorial Cem., Richlands.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 1 Jun 1989: William Holland Hale, 84, died Friday in a Richlands hospital. He was a native of Buchanan County and had spent his entire life in Buchanan and Tazewell counties. He was a retired miner for Page Coal Co., a member of the [United Mine Workers of America] and was of the Freewill Baptist faith. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Arcie Honaker Hale; daughters, Mrs. Marie Hylton, Oakwood, Mrs. Elsie Boardwine, Rosedale, Mrs. Mildred Matney and Mrs. Lillian Shortridge, both of Raven, and Mrs. Eula VanDyke, Ney, Ohio; sons, Jack B. Hale, Tazewell, John V. Hale, Marvin, Bobby G. Hale and Billy J. Hale, both of Barberton, Ohio; one half-brother, Herman Hale, Richlands; 25 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday in Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Grat Horton and Ancil Childress officiating. Burial followed in Clinch Valley Memorial Cem.. Grandsons and sons-in-law served as pallbearers. [When Arcie died in 1995, none of William Holland’s children were listed in her obituary. Apparently they were his from a prior marriage.]

401. Virginia[6] Honaker (called Virgie) (Ezra Wizer[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 24 Nov 1988: Mrs. Vergie Honaker Armes, 80, of Rt. 1, Raven, died at her

home Wednesday. Born in Buchanan County, she was a daughter of the late Ezra and Jennie Chambers Honaker. She had made her home in the Raven and Red Ash areas her entire life. She was a member of Richlands Tabernacle in Richlands. She was preceded in death by one son, Junior Armes; five brothers, one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Survivors: husband Elihu Armes; daughters, Mrs. Mable Boyd, Mrs. Betty McGlothlin and Miss Alice Armes, all of Raven; Mrs. Wanda Richardson of Swords Creek, Mrs. Dorothy Hylton of Chicago, Ill.; sons Tivis Armes of Otis, La., Curt Armes and Ralph Armes, both of Raven, Darris Armes of Richlands, Tom Armes of Cedar Bluff, Dallas Armes of Castlewood; sisters Mrs. Arcie Hale of Salem, Mrs. Oma Arnold of Wadsworth, Ohio, Mrs. Alafair Alexander of Greenville, S.C., Mrs. Nell Duncan of Richmond; brother Carlos Honaker of Ozark, Ala.; 32 grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday at Richlands Tabernacle with the Revs. Grat Horton and Ralph Horton officiating. Burial followed at Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel, Richlands, was in charge of arrangements.

She married Elihu Armes. Died 5 Feb 1999 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, unknown date: Mr. Elihu Armes, 97, of Raven died Fri., Feb. 5, 1999 at a Richlands, Va., hospital following a lengthy illness. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., he was the son of the late Raleigh W. and Martha Price Armes, both Buchanan County natives. He was a retired miner and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local Union 7327 of Jewell Valley, Va. He had made his home in the Raven and Red Ash areas most of his life and was of the Holiness faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Virgie Honaker Armes; one son, Junior Armes; five sisters; four brothers; one granddaughter and two great grandsons. Survivors include five daughters, Alice Armes of the home, Betty Deel of Claypool Hill, Va., Wanda Richardson of Swords Creek, Va., Dorothy Hylton of Franklin Park, Ill., and Mable Boyd of Star Route, Raven; six sons, Tivis Armes of Leesville, La., Curtis Armes of Raven, Darris Armes of Cedar Bluff, Va., Tom Armes of Cedar Bluff, Dallas M. Armes of Dickensonville, Va., and Ralph D. Armes of Raven; one sister, Eva Lou Owens of Garden Creek, Va.; 32 grandchildren; several step-grandchildren; 42 great grandchildren; several step-great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and several step-great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Sun., Feb. 7, at 1 p.m. at Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel in Richlands with the Revs. Ancil Childress and Ralph Horton officiating. Burial will follow at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Sat., Feb. 6.

Children:

vii. Raymond Darris (also Darris Raymond). Born 21 Sep 1939 in Fork Ridge, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 27 Dec 2010 in Cedar Bluff, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 29 Dec 2010: Cedar Bluff, Va.—Darris Raymond Arms, age 71, passed away Mon., Dec. 27, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family. Born Sept. 21, 1939, in Tazewell Co., Va., he was the son of the late Elihu and Virgie Honaker Arms. He was a retired coal miner for Jewell Smokeless. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Junior Arms and Dallas Arms. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Arms; one daughter, Sherri Bailey and husband Doug of Belfast, Va.; two sons, Scottie Ball and wife Sabrina and Frankie Ball and fiance Edna, both of Richlands, Va.; five sisters, Mabel Boyd of Fork Ridge, Va., Dorothy Hylton and husband Andrew of Chicago, Betty Deel and husband Marcus of Pounding Mill, Va., Wanda Richardson and husband Donald of Pine Creek, Va., and Alice Minnie Arms of Claypool Hill, Va.; four brothers, Ralph Armes and wife Kay of Pounding Mill, Va., Curtis Arms and wife June of Raven, Va., Tivis Arms and wife Louise of Leesville, La., and Tommy Arms and wife Gaynell of Cedar Bluff, Va.; four grandchildren, Johnathan Murphy, Kayla Bailey, Scottie Ball Jr., and Denissa Ball; special brother-in-law, Louis “Bud” Lester; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Alex and Nancy Bartley; and employees of Giovanni’s. The family would like to thank Dr. Mario Stefanini and staff at Clinch Valley Medical Center, Preferred Home Health and

Community Home Care staff. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 30, 2010, at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, with Rev. David Horton officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the family of Darris Raymond Arms.

He married Peggy Lester.

403. Milton J.[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died in a coal mining accident.He married, first, Laferna Ethel Reedy, daughter of Frank Reedy Sr. and Carrie McGlothlin. Her mother was from

Ohio. Died 6 Sep 1988. Buried in Essaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Russell Co., Va. Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 15 Sep 1988: Laferna Ethel Honaker, 73, of Council, died last Tuesday in a

Marion hospital. Born in Russell County, she was a daughter of Mrs. Carrie McGlothlin Reedy of Honaker and the late Frank Reedy, Sr. She was a member of the Russell Fork Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton J. Honaker, and one son, Hassell Dwayne Honaker. Additional survivors: daughter Mrs. Reedy (Betty) Tiller of Council; son Joseph E. Honaker of Bluff City, Tenn., sisters Mrs. Irene Wilson of Brooksville, Fla., Mrs. Lorene Brown of Honaker, Mrs. Maretta Davis of Asheville, N.C., Mrs. Margie Sawyers of Old Ford, N.C., and Mrs. Dorothy Smith of Galion, Ohio; brothers Frank Reedy Jr. of Honaker and Ralph Reedy of New York City; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Friday at [illegible] a.m. at Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, with the Revs. Clyde Lambert and Kyle Ratliff officiating. Burial followed at Essaw Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain.

Children:

844. i. Betty Jean[7]. 403. ii. Hassell Dwayne (called Dwayne). 403. iii. Joseph E. (called Joe).

He had three children with Unknown:

iv. Unknown son. v. Norma Jean (called Jeannie). She married Unknown Darnell and lived in Kingsport, Tenn. vi. Joyce. She married Unknown Smith and lived in Big Stone Gap, Va.

404. Lena Pearl[6] Honaker (called Pearl) (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 17 Oct 1909 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 24 Apr 1994 in Richlands, Va. Buried in McGlothlin Family Cem., Fletcher Ridge section of Rowe-Council, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 27 Apr 1994: Lena Pearl Honaker McGlothlin, 84, of the Fletcher Ridge section of the Rowe-Coouncil, Va., area, died at a Richlands, Va., hospital on Apr. 24, 1994. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., she was a daughter of Syrilda [Keen] and John Harvey Honaker. She lived in Buchanan County throughout her lifetime, and was a member of the Fletcher Ridge Primitive Baptist Church, having united with the church in 1932. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elder Andrew McGlothlin (d. Feb. 15, 1986) and a daughter, Joyce Ann McGlothlin (d. 1967). Survivors include three daughters, Ms. Vinnie McGlothlin of the home, Mrs. June (Martha) Ball of Honaker, Va., and Mrs. Eugene (Dollie) Compton of Lebanon, Va.; and eight sons, Wayne McGlothlin, Dallis McGlothlin, Carlos McGlothlin, Memphis McGlothlin, and Hyder McGlothlin, all of Honaker, Va., Rean McGlothlin and Hadley McGlothlin, both of Vansant, Va., and Fred McGlothlin of Davenport, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Delia Hagerman, and one brother, Sam Honaker, both of Elkton, Md.; 32 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, and four step great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Apr. 27, 1994 at the Honaker Funeral Home with Elders Franklin Viers, Bobby Arrington, Garnell Gilbert and Gerald Yates officiating. Interment was at the McGlothlin Family Cem. on Fletcher Ridge. Pallbearers included grandsons and Dr. Michael Clary. Honorary pallbearers included deacons of the Sandlick Association and all deacons present.

She married William Andrew McGlothlin (called Andrew), son of William Jacob McGlothlin and Viney (also Vinnie) Ray, 31 Mar 1926 in Buchanan, Va. Born 10 Sep 1904 in Rowe, Va. Died 15 Feb 1986. Buried in McGlothlin Cem., Rowe-Council, Va. He was a coal miner, farmer, and Primitive Baptist preacher referred to as Elder (Iradell[1] Ray, Robert[2], Viney[3], Andrew[4].) Children:

404. i. Jacob Wayne[7] (called Wayne). Born 8 May 1927 in Rowe, Va. ii. Vinnie Pearl (called Vinnie). Born 9 Feb 1930 in Rowe, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 12 Jun 2007.

Buried in McGlothlin Family Cem., Fletcher Ridge.

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 14 Jun 2007, Lebanon [Va.] News, 20 Jun 2007 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 21 Jun 2007: Vinnie Pearl McGlothlin of the

Fletcher Ridge section of Rowe, Va., passed away Tue., June 12, 2007 at her home. She was born Feb. 9, 1930 in Tazewell Co., Va., making her stay on earth 77 years, 4 months, and 3 days. She was a daughter of the late Elder William Andrew McGlothlin and Lena Pearl Honaker McGlothlin. She had been a member of the Fletcher Ridge Primitive Baptist Church for 45 years, having joined May 16, 1962. She was a lifelong resident of the area. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Joyce Ann McGlothlin. Survivors include two sisters, Martha (husband June— deceased) Ball of Honaker and Dollie husband Eugene) Compton of Lebanon; eight brothers, Jacob Wayne (wife Martha) McGlothlin, Dallas Burke (wife Elizabeth) McGlothlin, James Carlis wife Lula Belle) McGlothlin, Memphis Elwood (wife Judy) McGlothlin, and Hyder King (wife Sue) McGlothlin all of Honaker, Dauler Rean (wife Faye) McGlothlin and William Hadley [McGlothlin] all of Fletcher’s Ridge, and Jennings Fred (wife Betty) [McGlothlin] of Davenport; sister-in-law, Jerlene McGlothlin; in addition to her family, she is survived by 34 nieces and nephews and a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elders Franklin Viers, Bobby Arrington, Jim O’Quinn, and Barrett McGlothlin officiating. Interment followed in the

McGlothlin Family Cem. on Fletcher’s Ridge. After graveside services, and friends gathered at Fletcher’s Ridge Primitive Baptist Church to celebrate her life with a reception with food and

fellowship. Pallbearers were the nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers were the members of Council and Rowe Senior. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made

in her name to the Fletcher Ridge Primitive Baptist Church building fund at HC 65, Box 139, Rowe, VA 24646. At the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Thursday, an evening service was conducted at 7 p.m. with Elders Elmer Gene Compton, Bobby Rose, and Buford Deel officiating.

404. iii. Dallas Burke (called Dallas). Born 6 Aug 1931 in Rowe. iv. Martha Elizabeth (called Martha). Born 25 Jan 1933 in Rowe. She married Washington Irving

Ball Jr. 2 Jan 1951. He died before 2007.v. Dauler Rean (called Rean). Born 22 Feb 1936 in Rowe. He married Lillian Faye Compton (called

Faye) 18 Feb 1956.404. vi. William Hadley (called Hat). Born 12 May 1938 in Rowe.

vii. James Carlis (called Carlis). Born 27 Apr 1940 in Rowe. He married Lula Belle Keen 18 Aug 1962. Died before 2011.

viii. Memphis Elwood (called Memphis). Born 24 Feb 1942 in Rowe. He married Judy Delph 7 Feb 1964.

404. ix. Hyder King (called Hyder). Born 5 Mar 1944 in Rowe (also Venia.)404. x. Jennings Fred (called Fred). Born 22 Nov 1946 in Rowe (also reported as Venia). 404. xi. Dollie. Born 1 Dec 1948.

xii. Joyce Ann. Born 16 Jun 1952 in Rowe. Died 23 Jul 1967. Buried in McGlothlin Family Cem. on Fletcher’s Ridge.

405. Della Virginia[6] Honaker (John Harvey[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 27 Feb 1913 in Marvin, Va. Died 4 Jul 1996 in Elkton, Md. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va. Della’s parents died in a 1920 influenza epidemic, and at age 7 she went to live with her Aunt Lydia, her mother’s sister.

News Journal, Wilmington, Del., 6 Jul 1996: Della Virginia Hagerman, 83, of Elkton, Md., died Thursday of heart failure at home. Mrs. Hagerman was a waitress at the Sherwood Diner, Glasgow, Del., and earlier at the Elkton Diner, and had worked at Aerial Products, Elkton. She was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church, Elkton. Her husband, Earl Hagerman, died in 1987. Survivors: sons, Jerry E., James D., and Kenneth R., all of Elkton; brother, Sam Honaker of Elkton; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Service: 8 tonight, Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton St., Elkton. Visitation: after 7 at Hicks Funeral Home. Another service and visitation: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va., with calling hours from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday. Burial: Essaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va. Contributions: Maranatha Baptist Church, Elkton.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Jul 1996: Mrs. Della Virginia Hagerman, age 83, of Elkton, Md., formerly of Buchanan Co., Va., passed away Thursday (July 4, 1996) at her home. Born in Keen Mountain, Va., she was a daughter of the late John Harvey and Sirildia Keene Honaker. She was a member of the Maranatha Baptist Church in Elkton and was a former

employee of the Sherwood Diner, the Elkton Diner and also Aerial Products in Elkton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Hagerman in 1987; four brothers, Roby Honaker, Garland Honaker, Milton Honaker, and Floyd Honaker; and four sisters, Edgar Honaker, Genettie Honaker, Pearl McGlothlin and Mary Hess. Survivors include three sons, Jerry E. Hagerman, James D. Hagerman and Kenneth R. Hagerman all of Elkton, Md.; one brother, Sam Honaker of Elkton; 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment followed in the Essaw Rife Cem. at Keen Mountain, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Maranatha Baptist Church in Elkton, Md. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

She married, first, Everette Roberts in 1936. He was killed in a coal mine accident four months after their marriage.She married, second, Earl Hagerman, son of Tom Hagerman and Sara Puckett, 16 Apr 1938 in Tazewell, Va. Born

30 Dec 1918 in Bradshaw, W.Va. Died 17 Sep 1987 in Elkton, Md. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.News Journal, Wilmington, Del., 18 Sep 1987: Elkton, Md.—Earl Hagerman, 68, of 99 Red Hill Road, died

Thursday of a heart attack at home. Mr. Hagerman was an assembly line worker at General Motors Corp.’s Boxwood Road plant near Newport, Del., for 20 years. He retired in 1980. He is survived by his wife, Della Virginia; three sons, Jerry Earl, James D. and Kenneth R., all of Elkton; two brothers, John Hagerman of Mendota, Va., and Ernest Bright of Davy, W.Va.; two sisters, Elizabeth Pearsall of Elkton and Florence Willard of Bartley, W.Va.; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 5 p.m. today in Hicks Home for Funerals, Bow and Stockton streets, Elkton, where friends may call after 4. Friends may also call Sunday night at Buchanan County Funeral Home, Keen Mountain, Va. Burial will be Monday in Essaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain.

Children (of Della and Earl):

405. i. James Darell[7]. (twin) Born 7 Jun 1939 in Mavisdale, Va.405. ii. Jerry Earl. (twin) Born 7 Jun 1939 in Mavisdale, Va.405. iii. Kenneth Robert. Born 31 Mar 1946 in Bartley, W.Va.

406. Alta Mae[6] Honaker (Flaven Martin[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 8 Nov 1990: Alta Mae Honaker Payne, 82, of Bradshaw, W.Va., died last

Wednesday in a Richlands hospital. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Flavie and Lilly Osborne Honaker. She was preceded in death by three brothers. Survivors: husband, Everette C. Payne; sons, Estel Payne of Lebanon, Harold Ray Payne of Knoxville, Tenn., and Joe Payne of Dickson, Tenn.; daughters, Mrs. Henry (Helen) Collins of Richlands and Mrs. Jack (Deloris) Thompson of Roanoke; brother, Walter Honaker of Grundy; sisters, Mrs. Wiley Richard (Stella) Mullins of Jolo, W.Va., and Mrs. Esau (Margie) Mullins of Grundy; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Saturday at Virginia Funeral Home Chapel in Grundy with the Revs. Ancil Childress and Henry Collins officiating. Burial followed in Esaw Rife Cem. near Keen Mountain. Grandsons and friends served as pallbearers. Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, was in charge of arrangements.

Industrial News, Iaeger, W.Va., date unknown: Funeral service was conducted at 11 a.m. Sat., Nov. 3, 1990 for Alta Mae Honaker Payne, 82, of Bradshaw, who died Wed., Oct. 31, 1990 in a Richlands, Va., hospital. The Revs. Ancil Childress and Henry Collins officiated at the chapel of Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy. Burial followed in Esaw Riffe Cem. near Keen Mountain, Va. [Pallbearers were grandsons Alan Payne, Jeff Collins, Bryan Thompson, Danny Thompson, Michael Payne, and Andrew Payne.] Born in Buchanan Co., Va., Mrs. Payne was a daughter of the late Flavie and Lilly Osborne Honaker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers. Survivors include her husband, Everette C. Payne; three sons, Estel Payne of Lebanon, Va., Harold Ray Payne of Knoxville, Tenn., and Joe Payne of Dickson, Tenn.; two daughters, Mrs. Henry (Helen) Collins of Richlands, Va., and Mrs. Jack (Delores) Thompson of Roanoke, Va.; one brother, Walter Honaker of Grundy, Va.; two sisters, Mrs. Wiley Richard (Stella) Mullins of Jolo and Mrs. Esau (Margie) Mullins of Grundy; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Virginia Funeral Home, Grundy, Va., had charge of arrangements.

Her husband Everette Cortelyou Payne was a veteran of the U.S. Navy for a few months during World War II but was honorably discharged after it was discovered he walked in his sleep.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 3 Jan 1991: Everette Cortelyou Payne, 82, of Bradshaw, W.Va., died Friday in a Richlands hospital. Born in Paynesville, W.Va., he was the son of the late Lewis Howard and Patty Mullins Payne. He was a retired master mechanic and was a welder for Sewell Coal Company at Richwood. He was a member of the District 28 United Mine Workers of America Local Union 1509, a former employee of the Crowell Chevrolet Garage in Bradshaw, and Pond Creek and Island Creek Coal Co. No. 1 and 69 and was of the Holiness faith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alta Mae Honaker Payne; one brother and two sisters. Survivors: daughters Mrs. Henry (Helen) Collins of Richlands and Mrs. Jack [(Delores)] Thompson of Roanoke; sons Estel Payne of [Lebanon], Harold Ray Payne of Knoxville, Tenn., and Joe Payne of [Dickson], Tenn.; brothers James Elmer Payne and Verner R. Payne, both of Bradshaw; half brother Everette Mullins of Paynesville; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday at Buchanan County Funeral Home Chapel, Keen Mountain, with the Revs. Stanley Morris and Henry Collins officiating. Burial followed in Esaw

Rife Cem., Keen Mountain. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Sandy River members of the American Legion Post No. 175, Bradshaw, conducted graveside rites.

407. Walter Sisk[6] Honaker (Flaven Martin[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Died 22 Apr 2009 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Lee Davis Cem., Davis Mountain, vicinity of Grundy, Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 30 Apr 2009 (with photograph): Walter Sisk Honaker, 95, of Grundy, died Wed., Apr. 22, 2009 at his home. Born Nov. 1, 1913 in Buchanan County, he was the son of the late Flavie and Lillie Osborne Honaker. He was a retired coal miner and a member of the [United Mine Workers of America.] He was a member of New Zion Freewill Baptist Church and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Victoria Davis Honaker; second wife, Catherine Keen Daniels Honaker; one son, Eddie Honaker; one daughter, Rita Faye Honaker; one granddaughter, Mary Ann Honaker; one grandson, Everett Christopher Honaker; step-son and daughter-in-law, Ellis and Nellia Daniels; three sisters, two brothers and one infant brother. He is survived by one daughter, Marie Street and husband, Stanford, of Grundy; three sons, E.C. Honaker and wife, Marie, and Richard Honaker and wife, Lurena, all of Grundy and Freddie Honaker and wife, Venie, of Amelia; one daughter-in-law, Martha Fesperman of Lexington, N.C.; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; four step-daughters, Clarice Wimmer and husband, Dennis, of Pilgrim’s Knob, Betty Hagerman and husband, Norman, of Grundy, Opal Young and husband, Jerry of Martinsville and Orpha Stevens of Brown Summit, N.C.; two step-sons, Gilbert Daniels and wife, Harriet, of Pilgrim’s Knob and Hersel Daniels and wife, Virginia, of Radford, 19 step-grandchildren, 24 step-great-grandchildren and one step-great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Sat., Apr. 25 at Virginia Funeral Home chapel in Grundy with Brothers E.C. Honaker, Terry Coleman and Sanford Coleman officiating. Burial followed in the Lee Davis Cem. on Davis Mountain. Pallbearers were Ricky, Freddie, Stephen and Walter Edward Honaker, Tyler Looney, Andrew Charles, Kade Honaker, Brandon and Jonathan Wimmer. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Clint Sutherland and staff, Sherry Blankenship, Special Care Home Health nurses, Wanda and Tammy Mullins, Tina White, Donna Looney, Cheryl Counts, Vickie Baghet, Angie Marshpund, Preston Fletcher, Eric Counts and Dwayne Looney. Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy was in charge of arrangements.

He married, first, Victoria NMN Davis, daughter of Lee NMN Davis and Mary NMN Mullins. Children:

i. Birchie Marie[7]. Born 31 Oct 1934 in Slate, Va. In 2001 she lived in Grundy, Va. She married Stanford Lane Street, son of Leland Stanford Street and Pinkie Lee Matney, 23 Dec 1957 in Grundy. Born 22 Apr 1935 in Grundy. He was an equipment operator for Rapocoa Energy, Grundy. There were no children.

850 ii. Richard NMN.iii. Rita Faye. Buried in Lee Davis Cem., Bradshaw Mountain, Davis Ridge, Stacy, Va.

851. iv. E.C.852. v. Freddie NMN.853. vi. Eddie NMN.

He married, second, Katherine Keene Daniels, daughter of Gilbert Keene and Rosie Cooper (also reported as Rosie White), 7 Nov 1977. Born 2 Jun 1914 in Whitewood, Va. Died 21 May 2003 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Tommy Daniels Cem., Compton Mountain, near Grundy. She married, first, Tommy Daniels, and had children in that marriage including Ellis Moody, Hershel, Gilbert, Opal, Orpha, Betty and Clarice.

Grundy [Va.] Mountaineer, 29 May 2003: Katherine Daniels Honaker, 88, of Grundy, died Wed., May 21, 2003 at her home. Born in Buchanan County, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Rosie White Keene. She was a homemaker and member of Blackey Church of Christ. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Tommy Daniels; one son, Ellis Daniels; six brothers, three sisters and one step-son, Eddie Honaker. She is survived by her husband, Walter Honaker; four daughters, Betty Hagerman and Clarice Wimmer, both of Pilgrims Knob, Orpha Stevens of Summit, N.C. and Opal Young of Martionsville; two sons, Gilbert Daniels of Pilgrims Knob and Hershel Daniels of Franklin; one brother, Cecil Keene of Pilgrims Knob; four sisters, Mandy Jane Collins of Pilgrims Knob, Creata Horn of Brumsville, Texas, Liddie Horn of Lebanon, Tenn., and Josephine Cook of Bradshaw, W.Va.; one step-daughter, Marie Street of Grundy; three step-sons, E.C. Honaker and Richard Honaker, both of Grundy and Freddie Honaker of Amelia; 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. Services were held Sat., May 24 at Virginia Funeral Home Chapel with Evangelists Rick Stiltner, Michael Trent, Hobert Kennedy and Dennis Wimmer officiating. Burial followed in the Tommy Daniels Cem., Compton Mountain. Active pallbearers were E.C., Freddie and Richard Honaker, Stanford Street, Brandon and Jonathan Wimmer, Tommy Young, Ricky and Patrick Daniels and Junior Stevens. Honorary pallbearers were Matthew Bennett, Noah, Wayne, Cole, Zachary, Nicholas and Ryan Ellis Daniels, Bryan and Kenneth O’Dell, Tyler Stevens, Phillip Hagerman, Mickey Cooper, Blake Noe, Ira Allen, Harold

Thornsbury, Ricky Honaker, Walter Edward Honaker Jr., Freddie Honaker Jr., and Clint Sutherland. Virginia Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Grundy [Va.] Mountaineer, 5 Jun 2003 (with photograph, cutline—In Memory of Katherine Daniels Honaker): The Daniels and Honaker families would like to express our appreciation and thanks to everyone for their deeds of kindness and sympathy shown to our families during the recent loss of a wonderful lady who brought an abundance of joy and laughter to our families. Katherine was affectionately known by many of us as Maw-Maw. Maw-Maw would have been 89 years old on June 2, 2003. We want to issue a very special thanks to those who cared for Maw-Maw during her sickness and to the ministers and singers who brought us words of encouragement, comfort and hope, during the wake services and funeral.

408. Margie Ethel[6] Honaker (Flaven Martin[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). See photographs. Died 29 Dec 2006 in Buchanan, Va. Buried in Davis Cem., Grundy, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 1 Jan 2007 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 4 Jan 2007 (with photograph): Grundy, Va.—Margie Ethel Honaker Mullins, 90, of Grundy, passed away Fri., Dec. 29, 2006, at Buchanan General Hospital. Born in Buchanan County, Va., Feb. 1, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Flave Martin Honaker and Lilly Osborne Honaker. She was a member of Cross View Church of Christ, enjoyed quilting and gardening. Loving mother and grandmother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Esaw Mullins; two daughters, [Nora] Mae Ward and Carol Payne; one son, Eugene Mullins; one sister; and three brothers. She is survived by three daughters, Norma Faye Mullins and husband Edison of Paynesville, Darlene Thompson and husband Jack of Athens, and Sandra Bowden and husband Dallas of Wakefield, Va.; one son, Billy Joe Mullins and wife Lola of Grundy, Va.; one sister, Stella Mullins of Orlando, Fla.; and one brother, Walter Honaker of Grundy. She is survived by 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services for Margie Ethel Honaker Mullins will be conducted Tue., Jan. 2, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Cross View Church of Christ, Paynesville, with [Evangelist] Hobert Kennedy and Elder E.C. Honaker officiating. Burial will follow in Davis Cem. on Davis Ridge, Grundy. Friends may call at the church after 6 p.m. today where evening service will be held at 7 p.m. Family and friends will serve as active pallbearers. Memorial condolences may be sent to the family at www.shortridgeramey.com The family of Margie Ethel Honaker Mullins is being served by Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home of Grundy.

409. Stella Charlottie[6] Honaker (Flaven Martin[5], David[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Died 18 Mar 2008 in Orlando, Fla. Buried in Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 23 Mar 2008 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 27 Mar 2008: Orlando, Fla.—Stella Charlottie Honaker Mullins, age 90, of Orlando, Fla., died Tue., Mar. 18, 2008 in Florida. Born Feb. 10, 1918 in Buchanan Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Flavie Martin and Lillie Osborne Honaker. She was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Richard Mullins; one daughter, Beulah Mullins; two brothers, Gallie and Roy Honaker; and two sisters, Alta Payne and Margie Mullins and one infant brother. Survivors: three daughters, Shirley J. Coburn of North Olmsted, Ohio, Mrs. Dennis (Beatrice) Brown of Orlando, Fla., Glenda Sayle of Pineville, N.C.; one brother, Walter Honaker of Grundy, Va.; 12 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 18 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Stella Mullins will be held Mon., Mar. 24, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Crossview Church of Christ at Paynesville, W.Va. with Evangelist Hobert Kennedy officiating with burial to follow in the Esaw Rife Cem., Keen Mountain, Va. Friends may call after 5 p.m. Sunday evening at the church where a service will be held at 7 p.m. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Virginia Funeral Home of Grundy, Va. is in charge of arrangements. To leave personal condolences online, visit www.legacy.com.

A photograph of Stella and her four daughters, accompanied by a story by her daughter Bea about a party in honor of Stella’s 80th birthday, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 1998.

410. Carl[6] Honaker (Arthur[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Mary Catherine Ferrell, daughter of Wick Ferrell and Alta Stevenson. Born ca. 1913 in Buchanan Co.,

Va. Died 25 Oct 1999 in Whitewood, Va. Buried in Ferrell Family Cem. on Horn Mountain near Whitewood. Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 27 Oct 1999: Mrs. Mary Catherine Honaker, 86, of Whitewood, died Mon., Oct.

25, 1999 at her home following a brief illness. Born in Buchanan Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Wick and Alta Stevenson Ferrell, both Buchanan County natives. She was a lifelong resident of the Whitewood area. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Honaker, seven sisters and three brothers. Survivors include three daughters, Jeanne Garrett of Arlington, Va., Yvonne White and Debbie Estes, both of Catawba, N.C.; four sons, Shaw Honaker of Pounding Mill, Va., Don Honaker of the home, Lonnie Honaker of Pounding Mill, and Jack Honaker of Oakwood, Va.; two sisters, Maze Boardwine of Pulaski, Va., and Hazel Hylton of Tazewell, Va.; one brother, Sam Ferrell of Pulaski; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home Chapel, Richlands, with the Revs. Troy Lester and Lawrence Horn officiating. Burial will follow at the Ferrell Family Cem. on Horn Mountain near Whitewood. Pallbearers will be Harold Cole, Junior Boyd, Ronnie Rife, Allen Keen, Harold Boyd and Tony

Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be Trever Cole, Travis Cole and Allen Addison. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Thursday.

Children:

i. Jeanne[7]. She married Unknown Garrett. In 2010 she lived in Germany.410. ii. Shaw. Born ca. 1940 in Buchanan Co., Va.

iii. Don. In 2010 he lived in Whitewood, Va.iv. Yvonne. In 2010 she lived in Catawba, N.C. She married Unknown White.

410. v. Lonnie Paul.vi. Jack. In 2010 he lived in Cedar Bluff, Va. He married Sabrina Unknown.viii. Debra. In 2010 she lived in Taylorsville, N.C. She married Dave Estes.

411. Beve[6] Honaker (Arthur[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Oct 1916 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 12 Jun 2007 in Tazewell, Va. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 13 Jun 2007 and Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 13 Jun 2007: Pounding Mill, Va.—Beve Honaker, 90, of Pounding Mill, passed away Tue., June 12, 2007 in a Tazewell, Va. hospital. Born Oct. 16, 1916 in Buchanan County, Va., he was the son of the late Arthur and Rebecca Collins Honaker. He was a United States Army Veteran of World War II having served in Italy and Germany. He was a retired coal miner with Jewell Ridge Coal Corporation and a member of [United Mine Workers of America] Local 7327. Beve was a charter member of Gethsemane Baptist Church where he served faithfully as deacon and usher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Carl Honaker, Belford Honaker, Roy Honaker and Otis Honaker; one sister, Mae Hawkins; and two half sisters, Ethel Jewell and Mertie Bowyer. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Opal Plaster Honaker; one daughter and son-in-law, Vonda and Lee Kidd of St. Paul, Va.; one granddaughter, Leah McCall and husband Thomas of Maryville, Tenn.; one great granddaughter, Madeline Leigh McCall of Maryville, Tenn.; stepmother, Lennie Honaker of Chuckey, Tenn.; half brothers, Victor Honaker and Hobart Honaker both of Whitewood, Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thurs., June 14, 2007 at Gethsemane Baptist Church at Richlands, Va. with the Rev. Stafford Compton, the Rev. John Charles, the Rev. James Denton and the Rev. Lee Kidd officiating. Entombment will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Bob Lester, Don Matney, Jim Boyd, Shaw Honaker, Lonnie Honaker, Perry Woosley, Bob Ramey, Brian Cantrell and Jim Singleton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. James McVey, Dr. Ernest Moore, Clyde Barrett, Claude Barrett, Clarence Vance and men of Gethsemane Baptist Church. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the service. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Flowers will be accepted or those desiring may make memorial contributions to Gethsemane Baptist Church, 2902 Clinch Street, Richlands, VA 24641. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Honaker family.

He married Opal Plaster, daughter of Andrew Henry Plaster and Rachel Roberta Wilson. Born 15 Aug 1921 in Tazewell Co., Va. Died 5 Jul 2007 in Pounding Mill, Va. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 6 Jul 2007 and Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 6 Jul 2007: Pounding Mill, Va.—Opal Plaster Honaker, 85, of Pounding Mill, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2007 at her home following a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 15, 1921 in Tazewell Co., Va., she was the daughter of the late Andrew Henry and Rachel Roberta Wilson Plaster. She was a charter member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and Steelesburg Homemakers Club. Opal was also a member of the Gethsemane Quilters. She was a registered nurse and was a supervisor at Mattie Williams Hospital for 35 years. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Beve Honaker who died June 12, 2007 and one brother, Andrew Plaster. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Vonda and Lee Kidd of St. Paul, Va.; one granddaughter, Leah McCall and husband Thomas of Maryville, Tenn.; one great-granddaughter, Madeline Leigh McCall of Maryville; care givers, Sue Honaker, Bernice Hagy and Geradine Houchins. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Sat., July 7, 2007 at Gethsemane Baptist Church at Richlands, Va., with Rev. Stafford Compton, Rev. John Charles, Rev. James Denton and Rev. Lee Kidd officiating. Entombment will follow in the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Bob Lester, Don Matney, Jim Boyd, Shaw Honaker, Lonnie Honaker, Perry Woosley, Bob Ramey, Brian Cantrell and Jim Singleton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. James McVey, Dr. Ernest Moore, Clyde Barrett, Claude Barrett, Clarence Vance and men of Gethsemane Baptist Church. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the service. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. today (Friday) at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff. Flowers will be accepted or those desiring may make memorial contributions to Gethsemane Baptist Church, 2902 Clinch Street, Richlands, VA 24641. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Honaker family.

Children:

i. Vonda[7]. She married Lee Kidd.

412. Belford[6] Honaker (Arthur[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]).He married Penkie Mae Alice Matney, daughter of Noah Matney and Victoria Rowe. Born ca. 1916 in Buchanan

Co., Va. Died 20 Dec 2001. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 22 Dec 2001 and [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 27 Dec 2001: Cedar Bluff—

Mrs. Penkie Mae Matney Honaker, 85, of Route 1 died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2001, at a Beford hospital. She was born in Buchanan County and was a daughter of the late Noah and Victoria Rowe Matney, both Buchanan County natives. She had made her home in the Buchanan County area most of her life before moving to Cedar Bluff seven years ago and was a member of the Church of Christ at Garden, Va. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister and four brothers. Survivors are: four daughters, Mrs. Bevelene Hale of Cedar Bluff, Mrs. Claudene Cassell and husband, Jim, of Bedford, Mrs. June Horne and husband, Kenneth of Elkton, Md., and Mrs. Pamela Lewis of Christiansburg, Va.; one son, Mr. Jack Honaker of Bandy, Va.; one sister, Mrs. Georgia Carinelli of Atlanta; 16 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. at Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands with Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands after 6 p.m. Saturday. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

i. Bevaline NMN[7]. Born 1935. She married Unknown Hale.ii. Alma Claudine (called Claudine). Born 1938. She married Jim Cassell.iii. June Carol. She married Kenneth Horne.

412. iv. Jackie Darrell. Born 1945.v. Pamela Gail. Born ca. 1949. She married Unknown Lewis.

413. Otis[6] Honaker (Arthur[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). Died before 2007. He and his wife lived in Cedar Bluff, Va.

He married Inez Harris. Died before 2007. Children:

i. Jimmy[7]. In 2007 he lived in Murfreesboro, Tenn. He married Connie Unknown.ii. Rebecca Leeanna. Born ca. 1952 in Bristol, Va. Died 14 Jun 2007 in Steelesburg, Va. Interred in

Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va. Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 16 Jun 2007 and Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 17 Jun 2007: Steelesburg, Va.—Rebecca Leeanna Honaker Johnson, 55, of Steelesburg,

passed away unexpectedly, June 14, 2007 at her home following a brief illness. She was born in Bristol, Va., and was the daughter of the late Otis and Harris Honaker, former Cedar Bluff, Va. natives. She was a graduate of the 1970 class of Richlands [Va.] High School and had lived out of the area for several years before returning to live on the family farm at Steelesburg. Survivors include: Her brother: Jimmy Honaker and wife Connie of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; nephews: Brian Morrow and wife Sabrina Morrow, Murfreesboro, Chris Morrow and wife Kellie of Murfreesboro; special cousin: Shaw Honaker; life long friend: Kathy Bundy. An afternoon visitation will be held Saturday (today), June 16, 2007 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. A committal service will follow at the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Ralph Horton officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Hurst- Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va. is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com.

416. Hobart M.[6] Honaker (Arthur[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[l]). In 2007 he lived in Whitewood, Va.He married Ines Jean Matney, daughter of Charlie Matney and Flaire Thornsbury. Born ca. 1948 in Buchanan Co.,

Va. Died 4 May 2001 in Whitewood, Va. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 7 May 2001 and [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 10 May 2001: Mrs. Ines Jean

Honaker, 53, of Whitewood, Va., died Fri., May 4, 2001 at her home following a brief illness. She was born in Buchanan Co., Va., and was a daughter of the late Charlie and Flaire Thornsbury Matney, both Buchanan County natives. She had made her home in the Whitewood area most of her life and was a registered nurse. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Dean Matney. Survivors are her husband, Mr. Hobart Honaker; two sons, Donnie Honaker, and his wife Belinda, of Pope AFB, Fayetteville, N.C., and Danny Honaker, and his wife, Ann, of Richlands, Va.; two sisters, Mrs. Joyce Kennedy, of Bristol, Tenn., and Mrs. Sandra K. McGuire, of Bristol, Tenn.; one brother, Mr. Ronnie Matney, of

Bristol, Tenn.; and one grandchild, Megan Honaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Ines Jean Honaker will be conducted Tue., May 8, 2001 at 11 a.m. at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel in Richlands with Elder Harold Thornsbury officiating. Entombment will follow in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Clark Kennedy II, Mark Kennedy, Deedee Brown, Courtney McGuire, Garrett McGuire, Joe Altizer and Woody Monk. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

i. Donnie Wayne[7]. He married Jacquelyn Vaughn, daughter of John Prahl and Johna Unknown, 13 Jun 1987 at Brandon Christian Church, location unknown, possibly Grundy, Va. A wedding photograph and story appeared in the [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 9 Jul 1987. The story said that Donnie was serving in the U.S. Air Force at MacDill AFB, Tampa, Fla., where the couple was making their home, but would leave for Fairford, England, in September, in a subsequent military posting. Donnie was shown in the formal mess dress uniform of an Air Force airman second class. His brother Danny was best man.

A photograph of and cutline about Donnie appeared in the Virginia Mountaineer, 10 Jan 1991: Deployed—Donnie W. Honaker, son of Hobart M. and Ines Honaker and a 1983 graduate of Whitewood High School, is now serving with the 728TCS [possibly Tactical Control Squadron, an aviation communication organization] and was deployed from Eglin AFB in Florida to Saudi Arabia to serve in Operation Desert Shield. [This was the forerunner to Desert Storm, the U.S. war against Iraq.]

In his mother’s obituary, 7 May 2001, his wife was named Belinda, a possible indication that he had remarried. Several stories about a Belinda Honaker appeared in Virginia Mountaineer in May 2007, but they are listed in the Unknown Chapter since no further family information was mentioned concerning her.

ii. Danny.

417. Ray[6] Honaker (Henry Wallace[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Thelma Ward. Children:

417. i. Larry Ray[7] (called Bubba.) Born 19 Oct 1949 in Richlands, Va.ii. Delma Jean. She married Bobby Mullins.iii. Ruth. She married Danny Collins.

417. iv. Jerry.

418. Lorine[6] Honaker (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died of lung cancer. She had a child with Unknown:

864. i. Clayton Dean[7] (Honaker).

She married Joe Shlenk in Chicago, Ill. Children:

ii. Joey.

She married Roscoe Owens. They divorced. Children:

iii. Charlotte. She married Unknown Pauling.iv. Irene. She married Unknown Vance.

419. Bill Hobert[6] Honaker (called Bill) (Hobert Garrett[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photographs [Carol Sue Wimmer]. Born 16 Feb 1924 in Iaeger, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 17 Dec 2001 in Charlottesville, Va. Buried in Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 19 Dec 2001 and [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 27 Dec 2001: Pilgrims Knob, Va.—Mr. Bill Hobert Honaker, 77, went to be with the Lord on Tue., Dec. 17, 2001, in a Charlottesville hospital following a long illness. Born in McDowell, W.Va., he was the son of the late Hobert G. and Sarah Mullins Honaker. He was a U.S. World War II Army veteran, serving as a combat engineer, having worked on the Burma Road. He was pastor of Pilgrims Knob Church of God and a retired coal miner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Edna

Stover Honaker; one son, Billy Wayne Honaker; three brothers, Sherman, Marion and Herman Honaker; and two sisters, Lorene Honaker and Hannah Hawkins. He is survived by his wife, Elletha Vandyke Honaker; two sons, Kenneth Honaker and Sandra, and Allan Honaker and wife Belinda, all of Pilgrims Knob; three daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Carol) Wimmer of Jewell Ridge, Va., Mrs. Steven (Helen) Keene of Pilgrims Knob and Mrs. Bobby (Barbara) Horton of Richlands; two stepdaughters, Mrs. James (Wanda) Mitchell of Oakwood, Va., and Mrs. Bonnie Clifton of Pilgrims Knob; four stepsons, Larry Stanford and wife, Donna, of Pounding Mill, Kenny Stanford and wife, Jennifer, of Big Stone Gap, Terry Stanford and wife, Drema, of Oakwood and Tim Stanford and wife, Pam, of Pea Patch, Va.; two brothers, George Honaker of Hurley, Va., and Leslie Honaker of Tazewell; four sisters, Ellen Johnson of Pilgrims Knob, Thelma Murphy of Oakwood, Marie Mullins of Grundy and Mildred Hess of Tazewell; 12 grandchildren; 16 step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 20, 2001 in the Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel at Keen Mountain, Va., with Rev. Rife officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain. Military graveside rites will be conducted by John Ratliff Post 164 of the American Legion at Grundy. Pallbearers will be: Tim Mullins, Brad Mullins, Billy Keene, Stevie Keene, Ken Honaker and Joseph Honaker. Honorary pallbearers will be: Otis Street, Charles Hubbard, Dr. Clint Merritt, Dr. Mario Stefanini, Dr. Charles Hess and Fred Rife Jr. The family will receive friends at the Buchanan Funeral Service at Keen Mountain from 6–9 p.m. Wednesday with a service at 7 p.m. with Rev. Troy Lester and Rev. Charles Hubbard. Buchanan Funeral Service at Keen Mountain is serving the Honaker family.

He married, first, Edna Mae Stover (called Mae), daughter of Franklin Stover (NMN) and Willie Maude Cox, 15 Aug 1944 in Rossville, Ga. Born 15 Mar 1928 in Davy, McDowell Co., W.Va. Died 31 May 1986 while enroute from her home in Pilgrims Knob, Buchanan Co., Va., to Clinch Valley Hospital, Richlands, Va. She was pronounced at Richlands. Buried in Antioch Cem., Keen Mountain, Buchanan Co., Va.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 6 Jun 1986: Edna Mae Honaker, 58, of Pilgrim Knob, died Saturday in a Richlands hospital. She was born at Davy W.Va., and was a member of the Church of God. Survivors: husband Bill Honaker; daughters Mrs. Carol Mullins, Mrs. Helen Keene and Barbara Arnold, all of Pilgrim Knob; sons Kenneth Honaker and Alan Honaker, both of Pilgrim Knob; brothers Charles Stover of Logan, W.Va., and Virley Stover of Elkhart, Ind.; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday at Buchanan County Funeral Home at Keen Mountain with the Rev. Ayers Owens officiating. Burial followed at Antioch Cem. at Keen Mountain. The family requests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society.

Children:

i. Billy Wayne[7]. Born 5 Jul 1945 in Welch, W.Va. Died 10 Jul 1945 in Welch. Buried in Roderfield [W.Va.] Cem..

419. ii. Carol Sue (called Carol). Born 28 Jul 1948.419. iii. Helen Marie (called Helen). Born 13 Feb 1951.865. iv. Kenneth Eugene (called Kenneth). Born 21 Sep 1954.419. v. Barbara Jean (called Barbara). Born 28 Aug 1957.419. vi. Billy Alan (called Alan). Born 3 Apr 1961.

He married, second, Elletha Crick Vandyke Stanford 4 Aug 2001 at the home of Ken and Carol Wimmer, Jewell Ridge, Va.

422. Huffard[6] Rife (Wattie[5], Martin[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1923 in Buchanan Co., Va. Died 12 Jan 1998 in Grundy, Va. Buried in Ward Cem., Stacy, Va. The following obituary contains given and married names which vary from those previously reported.

Obituary [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 22 Jan 1998: Huffard Rife, 74, of Pilgrims Knob, died Mon., Jan. 12, 1998 in Holston Valley Medical Center following a brief illness. Born in Buchanan County, he was the son of the late Fred Rife, Sr., and Wadie Honaker Rife. He was a retired coal miner, having last worked for Pittston Coal Company, and he was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He was a member of the Jesus Outreach Church and a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in World War II, and he was a recipient of the Purple Heart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mae Jackson and Faye Hess, and two brothers, Johnny and Ervin Rife. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Cassie Fuller Rife; one daughter, Mrs. David (Christine) Hobbs of Whitewood, four sons, Rev. Fred A. Rife of Big Rock, Carlos Lee Rife of Big Stone Gap, Michael Rife of Vance, Ala., and David Rife of Branson, Mo.; four sisters, Mrs. Harold (Lorine) Deel of Vansant, Mrs. Stanford (Geneva) Blankenship of Manassas, Marie Griffith of Columbus, Ohio, and Cloie Payne of Raleigh, N.C.; two brothers, Fred Rife, Jr., of Pilgrims Knob and Leonard Rife of Bastian; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thurs., Jan. 15, 1998 at the Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charlie Kennedy and Pastor Danny Hess officiating. Burial followed in the Ward Cem. at Stacy. Military graveside rites were conducted by John Ratliff Post #164 of the American Legion and Childs Gentry Post #7360 of the V.F.W. Active

pallbearers were Terry Rife, Steve Rife, Robert Deel, T.D. Jackson, Johnny Ray Mullins, Ray Rife, and Leon Presley. Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He married Cassie Fuller. Children:

i. Carlos Lee[7]. He lives in Big Stone Gap, Va. ii. David. He lives in Branson, Mo. iii. Fred A. He became a minister and lives in Big Rock, Va. iv. Michael. He lives in Vance, Ala. v. Christine. She married David Hobbs and lives in Whitewood, Va.

431. James Marvin[6] Honaker (called Marvin) (Landon M.[5], James W.[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1905.

He married Clara Brewer. Children:

431. i. Ina Jean[7]. Born 1 Nov 1932 in Pike Co., Ky.ii. Dorothy Lee. Born 1935. She married Unknown Drahan.

431. iii. Donald Edward. Born 1943 in Pikeville, Ky.

432. Dewey Rufus[6] Honaker (James Ballard[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[1], Martin[1].) Born 26 Nov 1909 in Pikeville (also reported as Zebulon,) Pike Co., Ky. Died Nov 1979 in Lexington, Fayette Co., Ky. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Burning Fork, Ky. He operated Johnson Motors in Pikeville and was a deacon at First Baptist Church, Pikeville.

He married, first, Bonnie Mae Mann, daughter of Leonard D. Mann and Ida Elvira Brumett, 8 Dec 1933 in Neon, Ky. Born 10 Feb 1912 in Pound, Va. Died 24 May 1972 at University of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Burning Fork Road, Pikeville, Ky. Children:

i. Nancy Patricia[7]. Born 28 Dec 1949 in Pikeville. Died 27 Apr 2010 in Pikeville. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Burning Fork, Pikeville.

Appalachian News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 28 Apr 2010 (with photograph): Nancy Honaker Taylor, age 60, of Pikeville, passed away Tue. April 27, 2010 in the Pikeville Medical Center. She was born in Pikeville on Dec. 28, 1949 and had also lived in Lexington, Boca Raton, Fla. and Savannah, Ga. She was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Pikeville where her father served as a deacon for many years. She was preceded in death by her father, Dewey R. Honaker (surviving widow, Rose) and her mother, Bonnie Mann Honaker and also by her husband, Luther Randy Taylor, and uncle, James B. Honaker (Eva) and and aunt, Martha Lillie H. Thornbury (Carroll). She is survived by an uncle, Andre Ray Honaker (Lynn) and an aunt, Gerema Sue H. Tackett (the late Troy Lee Tackett). Visitation will be in the J.W. Call Funeral Home Chapel after 6 p.m., Wed., April 28, 2010. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thurs., April 29, 2010 at the J.W. Call Funeral Home Chapel with Paul Badgett officiating. Burial will be in the Honaker Family Cem. at Burning Fork in Pikeville.

She married, first, Dr. Ronald D. Hall. She married, second, Eric Gulley. She married, third, Luther Randy Taylor. There were no children.

He married, second, Rose Deweyll Robinette Blackburn, daughter of Everett Watts Robinette and Oma Jane Akers, 2 Jun 1973 in Pikeville. Born 22 Nov 1928 in Pikeville. There were no children. Rose was previously married to Paul Maurice Blackburn and had one son, Bill, in that marriage, and a daughter, Ann. An engagement photograph of Rose’s granddaughter Elizabeth Gail Blackburn and her fiancée appeared in Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 19 Nov 2003. A significant story appeared in Appalachian News-Express Weekend Edition, 1-2 Feb 2014, about Virgie [Ky.] Baptist Church, with a fine photograph of Bill and wife Gail Blackburn, who “have been sharing the ministry at Virgie Baptist Church for 25 years.” The story added that Bill was born and raised in Pikeville, attended Pikeville Elementary and High School, son of Rose Honaker of Pikeville and the late Paul Blackburn. Paul, a federal agricultural agent, died when Bill was 11 years old; Bill’s stepfather, the late Dewey Honaker, ran Johnson Motors for years and was a deacon at First Baptist Church in Pikeville. Bill graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky. The story continued further about him. Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 2014, ran a feature article about him based on the Appalachian News-Express story.

433. Martha Lillie[6] Honaker (James Ballard[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1].) Died

2 Sep 1998 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Burning Fork Road, Pikeville. Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 4 Sep 1998: Martha Lillie Thornbury, 86, of Myra Barnes Avenue,

Pikeville, died at 4:44 p.m. Wed., Sept. 2, 1998, at her home. She was born in Pike County Mar. 2, 1912, a daughter of the late J.B. Sr. and Nancy Burnett Honaker. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Thornbury. She is survived by one daughter, Rita Deskins of Pikeville; two brothers, James B. Honaker of Pikeville and Andre Ray Honaker of [Hixson,] Tenn.; two grandchildren, Terry Deskins and Carol J. McCown; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Fri., Sept. 4, in the J.W. Call & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Troy Tackett officiating. Burial will follow in the Honaker Cem., Burning Fork Road, Pikeville. Arrangements are under direction of J.W. Call & Son Funeral Home of Pikeville.

She married Carroll Thornbury, son of Old Regular Baptist Rev. James Thornbury, 22 Aug 1929 in Williamson, W.Va. Born 13 Apr 1908 in Mouthcard, Ky. Died 28 Nov 1968 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Burning Fork Road, Pikeville.

434. James Ballard[6] Honaker Jr. (James Ballard[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1].) He graduated from Pikeville [Ky.] High School in 1943. He worked for the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company for nine years and for the Kentucky Highway Department for 29 years and three months, operating bulldozers and graders. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army in North Africa and Italy. At Anzio he was wounded in the shoulder and elbow 23 Apr 1944, and throat and legs 23 May 1944. He was discharged 4 Oct 1944.

He married Eva Faye Maynard, daughter of Sid Maynard and Cora Belle McKee. Born 16 Aug 1927 in Williamson, W.Va. Died 13 Apr 2009 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Burning Fork, Pike Co., Ky. She completed eighth grade in Williamson and became a homemaker after marriage

News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 17 Apr 2009 (with photograph): Eva Honaker, 81, of Burning Fork, died Mon., Apr. 13, 2009, at her home. She was born Aug. 16, 1927, the daughter of the late Sid and Cora Belle Maynard. She was a homemaker and a member of the Zebulon Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband James Ballard Honaker; and one son, James Randolph Honaker. She is survived by two sons, Charles Michael Honaker of Yadkinville, N.C., and Anthony Wayne Honaker of Willow Springs, N.C.; two grandchildren, Jamey Renee Honaker of Four Oaks, N.C., and Dustin Gregory Honaker of Yadkinville; two great-grandchildren; and several siblings. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Fri., Apr. 17, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel with E.W. Damron and Shane Lockhard officiating. Burial will follow in the Honaker Family Cem.. Arrangements are under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon.

Children:

ii. James Randolph. Born 24 Mar 1950 in Pikeville, Ky. Died [22 Mar 2002] in Pikeville. He never married. Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, 27 Mar 2002: James Randy Honaker, 52, of Pikeville, died Sun., Mar. 24, 2002 in Pikeville. He was born in Pike County, Mar. 24, 1950, a son of James and Eva Honaker of Burning Fork. He was a draftsman. Besides his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Charles [Michael] Honaker of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Anthony Wayne Honaker of Raleigh, N.C. Memorial services were held at 11 a.m. Tue., Mar. 26, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel with E.W. Damron officiating. Arrangements were under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation.

435. Andre Ray[6] Honaker (James Ballard[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1].) Born 27 Jun 1927 in Pikeville, Ky.

He married, first, Frances May Wells, daughter of Charles Arthur Wells and Jenny Ward, 8 Oct 1948 in Pikeville, Ky. Born 5 Nov 1928 in Johnson Co., Ky. They divorced 18 Dec 1991. Children:

870. i. Andre Ray, Jr. [7]. Born 11 Feb 1951. ii. Martha Karen. Born 28 May 1953 in Pikeville, Ky. She married Robert Rucker Amme. They lived

in Tullahoma, Tenn. There were no children. iii. Anna Jean. Born 20 Nov 1957 in Pikeville, Ky. She married, first, Michael Penders. They

divorced ca. 1982. She married, second, Larry Hollon. Born in Ashland, Ky. They lived in Kokomo, Ind.

871. iv. Debra Lynn. Born 23 Aug 1959. v. Keith Dwayne. Born 24 Jan 1962 in Kenwood, Ky. In 1999 he was not married and lived in

Bowling Green, Ky.

He married, second, Joyce Ann Stinson, daughter of Lester Stinson and Orena Dorthea Rose, 9 May 1992 in Chattanooga, Tenn. Born 20 Feb 1944 in Athens, McMinn Co., Tenn. There were no children.

436. Gerima Sue[6] Honaker (James Ballard[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1].) Born 8 Jul 1943 in Pikeville, Pike Co., Ky.

She married Troy Lee Tackett, son of Everett Tackett and Lizzie Marrs, 5 May 1961 in Pikeville. Born 29 Sep 1939 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 20 Jan 2009 in Pikeville. Buried in Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, 22 Jan 2009 (with photograph): Troy Lee Tackett, 69, of Pikeville, died Tue., Jan. 20, 2009, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born in Pike County, Sept. 29, 1939, a son of the late Everett and Lizzie Marrs Tackett. He was retired from Whayne Supply where he was employed as a salesman for 30 years, was a member of Island Creek Baptist Church and assistant chaplain at Pikeville Medical Center. He was preceded in death by one son, Paul Matthew Tackett, who died Dec. 8, 1984; two brothers, Aaron Tackett and Frank Tackett; two sisters, Clara Lawrence and Clursey Caldwell; one grandchild, Ericka Jade; and one great-grandchild, Nattlie Jayde. He is survived by his wife, Gerema Sue Honaker Tackett; three daughters, Pamela Dawn Raschella (Nick) of Pikeville, LaJeana Carole Deane (Marcus) of Brandon, Fla., Sarah Elizabeth Pratt (Michael) of Lexington; and five grandchildren, Jessica Lauren Hale, Nicholas Alexander Raschella, Haley Nicole Raschella, Alexandra Morgan Raschella and Davis Matthew Raschella. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Fri., Jan. 23, in the First Baptist Church, Pikeville, with Bro. Paul Badgett officiating. Burial will follow in Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville. Arrangements are under direction of J.W. Call Funeral Home of Pikeville. Visitation is in the funeral home chapel after 2 p.m. Thursday with a song service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Island Creek Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 2582, Pikeville, KY 41502. The guest book may be signed at www.jwcallfuneralhome.com.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 26 Sep 1997 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 1998—Troy Tackett will be ordained Sunday.

Troy Lee Tackett of Pikeville will be ordained Sunday, Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. in a special service at Calvary Southern Baptist Church in Betsy Layne. Tackett, who has served area churches as a lay minister for many years, came to Calvary Baptist as an interim pastor in January and is now serving full time. Before coming to Betsy Layne, Tackett served more than six years as pastor at Faith First Baptist Church in Regina.

Tackett enjoyed a successful career at Whayne Supply Company in Pikeville before retiring in 1995 to devote more time to the ministry. His Christian service began at Meta Baptist Church in August 1967. He became involved in church work, teaching a Sunday school class, driving a church bus, and working in outreach and missions programs.

Ordained as a deacon in 1976, Tackett felt called to preach in April 1985. He assisted with planning and construction of new sanctuaries at Meta Baptist Church and the Brushy Baptist Mission. He also served as youth director, music director, chairman of deacons, and a lay minister at Meta and neighboring churches.

Tackett is married to the former [Gerima] Sue Honaker who is also involved in church work. They have three daughters, LaJeana Carole Tackett of Simpsonville, Pamela Dawn Raschella and Sarah Elizabeth Tackett, both of Pikeville. Their son, Paul Matthew Tackett, died in infancy. Everyone is invited to the ordination service and the reception that will follow in the fellowship hall. Participating ministers will be the Rev. Bob Jones of Louisville and the Rev. Charles Stewart of Ashland, along with other Southern Baptist ministers.

Children:

872. i. Pamela Dawn[7].873. ii. LaJeana Carole.

iii. Sarah Elizabeth. Born 19 Jul 1981.

437. Fern Viola[6] Honaker (Belleville C.[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1].) Born 3 Nov 1917 in Zebulon, Ky. Died 30 Apr 1994 in Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio. Buried in Otway Cem., Otway, Scioto Co., Ohio.

She married Ray Edward Davis, son of Sam Davis and Anne Euton. He was a carpenter. Children:

i. Nelson Eddy[7]. Born 10 Oct 1938.ii. Norvel Eugeneiii. Phillip Ray.iv. Jetta Ann (called Ann). In 2007 she lived in Otway, Ohio.v. Bonnie Jean.

438. Raymond Kermit[6] Honaker (Belleville C.[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).

Brunswick [Ga.] News, date unknown: Raymond Kermit Honaker, 52, died late Monday at the Brunswick hospital. Coming from Portsmouth, Ohio, he had been a resident of Brunswick for a number of years and he lived at 3251 Rosewood Ave. He was retired from the U.S. Navy where he served during World War II and the Korean conflict. He is a past member of the Brunswick Police Department and was a member of the Baptist Church in Portsmouth. He was also a member of the Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 691 and a member of the Henry T. Ross post of the VFW. Funeral services under the direction of the Chapman Funeral Chapel will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the chapel with the Rev. Robert Hoffman and the Rev. Gordon Hunter officiating. Interment will be at the Brunswick Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lucille E. Honaker; two brothers, Ernest Honaker of Brunswick and Arnold Honaker of Otway, Ohio; four sisters, Mrs. Ray Davis, Mrs. Carlos Miller, Mrs. Wells Miller and Mrs. Tunis Adams, all of Otway; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Active pallbearers will be Ken Behrens, Elmer Ray, Mark Taylor, George Jones, Henry Leskovich, Pat O’Hara, Jack Corn and Pete Crosby. Honorary pallbearers are members of the Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 691 and the Henry T. Ross post of the VFW, Dr. Robert Thompson and I. Schreiber.

Brunswick [Ga.] News: A graveside service for Lucille Elizabeth Honaker, 79, of Brunswick will be 4:30 p.m. Monday at Brunswick Memorial Park Cem. with Al Chapman officiating. She died Thursday at her residence. The family requests memorials be made to the Hospice of the Golden Isles. Pallbearers will be Jim Whited, James McVeigh, Charles Papson, Don Helton, Allan W. Knight III, and U.S. Navy Capt. Greg Todd. Honorary Pallbearers will be Clara Bens, Debra Heidt, Darcel Trimmings, Vernita Hall, Evelyn Davis, April Staten, Lynda Butler, Allene Bryant, and members of the Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 691 auxiliary, the Fleet Reserve and auxiliary, and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Surviving are two sisters, Connie Hoyt of Newton, Kan., and June Ward of Virginia Beach, Va.; a daughter, Sandy Brock Todd of Portsmouth, Va., and a granddaughter. The Victoria, Va., native had lived in Glynn County for 37 years. She was a retired southeast district manager for Howard Johnson’s Restaurants, and was a member of the Brunswick Elks Aidmore Auxiliary. She was a Baptist. Chapman Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Portsmouth [Ohio] Times, 14 Sep 1988: Funeral services for Sp/4 Kermit Honaker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond K. Honaker, who died in Vietnam on August 31, will be held at 11 a.m. tomorrow in the chapel of the Gibson-Hart-Durden Funeral Home. The Rev. Ralph Wade, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, and the Rev. Tom Barrett, pastor of Taylors Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Brunswick Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be from the U.S. Army. Honorary pallbearers will be the 1967 graduating class at Glynn Academy, Dr. R.H. Thompson, Jack J. Lissner, Jr., Hank Leskovec, J.R. Thomas, Dillard Maxwell, Kenneth Behrens, Sonny Miller, Joe Lloyd, Elmer Ray, George Jones, Johnny Popwell and Jerry Wilson. Also, David Hickox, Bill Holden, Ken Tollison, Marvin Brock, Jr., Brian Gallagher, Chris Kane, Bobbie Smith, Greg Ogles, Jimmie Valenti, Bert Ellis, Mike McCarthy, John Ferra, Jimmy Howard, Jimmy Lloyd, Jack Kilgore, Jeff Kilgore, Joe Acosta, Walter Fouche, Harold Roberts and Benjie Bluestein. Gibson-Hart-Durden Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

440. Earnest[6] Honaker (called Red) (Belleville C.[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married, first, Donna June Turner, daughter of Claude Raymond Turner and Zenna Beatrice Abbott (called

Berta), 3 Dec 1945 in Rarden Ohio. The ceremony was performed by Mayor A.J. Bleekman. Born 15 Jan 1925 in Otway, Ohio. Died of a stroke 9 Sep 1997 in Zanesville, Muskingum Co., Ohio. Buried in Newark [Ohio] Memorial Gardens. They divorced 15 Nov 1954 in Portsmouth, Ohio. She married, second, Donald Eugene Westfall, son of Charles Westfall II and Maude Ebling, 14 Jan 1956 in Liberty, Ind. Donna and Donald made their home in Newark, Licking Co., Ohio. He had a daughter, Barbara, by a prior marriage. Donna and Donald had one son, David Dean Westfall, born in Columbus, Ohio 3 Sep 1957.

Newark [Ohio] Advocate, 11 Sep 1997: Funeral services for Donna June Westfall, 72, of Newark, are at 1 p.m. Sat., Sept. 27, at Mausoleum Chapel, Newark Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Bob Pedicord officiating. Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Westfall, retired in 1975 as manager of the Master Blueprint Department of Western Electric, died Sept. 9, 1997 at Genesis Hospice in Zanesville. She was born Jan. 15, 1925, in Otway, to the late Claude Raymond and Berta (Abbott) Turner. She is survived by her husband, Donald E. Westfall, whom she married in [1956]; one son and daughter-in- law, David and Margaret Westfall of Ann Arbor, Mich.; two daughters and son-in-law, Tamarra Mockus of Newark, and Barbara and Jim Wentworth of New Madison; one brother, Claude Turner of Portsmouth; one sister, Ruth Sainopulos of Portsmouth; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandchild. No calling hours will be observed. Brucker & Kishler Funeral Home, 985 N. 21st St., is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Genesis Healthcare System, 713 Forrest Ave., Zanesville, 43701.

Children (of Red and Donna):

874. i. Tamarra Sue[7] (called Tami).

He married, second, Eva Ivers McCollister of Otway, Ohio. She was a teacher at Otway Elementary School. They divorced.

He married, third, Maria Unknown.

441. Pansy Eileen[6] Honaker (called Eileen) (Belleville C.[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. See photograph. Born 24 Jan 1930 in Pike Co., Ky. In 2017 she lived in Otway, Scioto Co., Ohio.

She married Wells Ralstin Miller 7 May 1948. Born 29 Jul 1927 in Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio. Children:

875. i. Mark Evan[7]. Born 19 Feb 1951 in Portsmouth.ii. Lyle Glenn. Born 30 May 1956. He married Susie Kuby. Born in Naples, Italy.

442. Lois Jean[6] Honaker (Belleville C.[5], George Washington[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]. Born 9 Oct 1932 in Zebulon, Pike Co., Ky. Died 3 Jan 2017 in Otway, Scioto Co., Ohio. Buried Garvin Cem., McDermott, Scioto County.

Daily Times, Portsmouth, Ohio, 5 Jan 2017: Otway—Lois Jean Adams, 84, of State Route 73, Otway, Ohio, passed away Tue., Jan. 3, 2017 at her home. She was born Oct. 9, 1932 in Pike Co., Ky., daughter of the late Bellivelle and Jettie Charles Honaker. On April 12, 1952 Jean was united in marriage to Charles Tunis “Tuny” Adams who preceded her in death on July 12, 2011. Surviving is a daughter, Marsha Phillips and husband Jim of McDermott, Ohio; two grandsons, Jeremy Thompson and wife Lori of Otway, Eric Thompson and wife Karrie of Wallingford, Ky.; two great grandsons, Logan and Landon Thompson; two step-grandsons, Alex and Andrew Bellomy; and a sister, Eileen Miller of Otway as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband Jean was preceded in death by three brothers, Kermit, Ernest and Arnold Honaker, and three sisters, Fern Davis, Myrtle Honaker and Flo Miller. Jean was a former employee of the Williams Shoe Factory, a cook at Otway Elementary School, former employee of Karel of Cumberland in Rarden, Ohio and attended the Otway Christian Union Church. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Sat., Jan. 7, 2017 at the Botkin Hornback Funeral Home in Otway with Duane Knittel officiating. Burial will follow in Garvin Cemetery, McDermott. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6–8 p.m.Friday and from noon until the service on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made to [Southern Ohio Medical Center] Hospice, 2203 25th St., Portsmouth, OH 45662. www.botkinhornbackfuneralhomes.com.

She married John Tunis Adams, son of Charles Adams and Minnie Vest, 12 Apr 1952 in Otway, Scioto Co., Ohio. Born 10 Feb 1931 in Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio. Died 12 Jul 2011. Children:

876. i. Marsha LeAnn[7]. Born 18 Mar 1955 in Portsmouth.

443. Bessie NMN[6] Honaker (Nicholas[5], Martin[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[1], Martin[1]). Born 8 Jul 1908 in Honaker, Va. Died of lung cancer 11 Aug 1988 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Buried in Wilson Cem., Newark, Licking Co., Ohio. She was a seamstress working out of her home.

Mt. Vernon [Ohio] News, unknown date: Bessie Combs, 79, of North Sandusky Street, died Thursday evening in the Hillcrest Nursing Home. Mrs. Combs was born July 8, 1909 in Honaker, Va., to Nick and Clarissa (McGlothlin) Honaker. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Dennis (Elizabeth) Randall of Fredericktown, Mrs. Dee (Mary) Gobble of Elizabethton, Tenn., Mrs. Earl (Ann) Newton of Fredericktown, Mrs. William (Betty) Bates of Pennsylvania; one son, Earl J. Combs of Fredericktown; 21 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Eaula Wilson of Mount Vernon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl B. Combs, in 1963; two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the North Dilley Funeral Home. The funeral will be 1 p.m. Monday in the funeral home, with the Rev. Charles B. Strater officiating. Burial will be in Wilson Cem..

She married, first, Howard Hess. Died 1 Jul 1930. Children:

i. Elizabeth Irene[7] (called Lib). Born 2 Sep 1929. She married Conrad Burch.ii. Mary Alice (called Mern). Born 28 Jul 1930. In 2013 she lived in Johnson City, Tenn. She married

Clarence Gobble. He died before 1998.

She married, second, Earlie B. Combs, son of William J. Combs and Ada Mae Craft, 9 Aug 1933 in Newark, Licking Co., Ohio. Their marriage record at Licking County shows that at the time of her marriage Bessie lived in Purity, Licking County, and that Earlie (recorded as Early on the marriage record) lived in St. Louisville, Ohio and was a farmer. They were married by L.H. Lammera, minister of St. Johns Evangelical Church, Newark. Earlie was born 30 May 1912 in Honaker, Va. Died of stomach cancer 12 Jun 1962 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. Buried in Wilson Cem.. He was an aluminum rod and bar inspector at Kaiser Aluminum Corp., Heath, Ohio.

Newark [Ohio] Advocate, 13 Jun 1962: Funeral services for Earlie B. Combs Sr., 50, of 210 Granville St., who died in Memorial Hospital, Mt. Vernon, will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in the chapel in Criss Brothers Funeral Home and burial will be in Wilson Cem.. A resident of Newark eight years, he was employed at the Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corp., as a rod and bar inspector. He came to Newark from Honaker, Va., where he was born May 30, 1912, the son of the late Will Combs and Mrs. Ada (Craft) Combs, who resides in Sowards Creek, Va. Besides his widow Bessie, he leaves a son, Earlie

B., Jr., of the Fredericktown area; four daughters, Mrs. George Whaley and Mrs. Conrad Burch of Fredericktown, Mrs. William Bates of Newark, Mrs. Clarence Gobble of Johnson City, Tenn., also 13 grandchildren; his mother; three sisters, Mrs. Beach Hale of Sowards Creek, Mrs. Jim Snyder of Bob White, W.Va., and Mrs. Louise May of Newark. The deceased was a member of the United Steelworkers of America. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Children:

iii. Earlie B., Jr. (called Junior). In 2013 he lived in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. He married Joyce Knight.877. iv. Betty Ruth. Born 12 Jun 1941 in Honaker, Va.

v. Anna Jean. She married George Whaley.

445. Grover Seslar[6] Honaker (John Michael[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jun 1916 in Davenport, Va. Died 3 (also reported as 15) Dec 1993 in Tazewell, Va. Buried in Grandview Cem., Bluefield, Va. He was a coal miner and carpenter who last lived in Amonate, Va.

He married Gladys Deerah Amey, daughter of Flem Dranner Amey and Ethel Delma Street, 16 Nov 1936 in Squire, W.Va. Born 12 Jan 1920 in Gassaway, W.Va. Died 26 Sep 2007 in Richlands, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 28 Sep 2007: Tazewell, Va.—Gladys Deerah Amey Honaker, age 87, of Tazewell, died Wed., Sept. 26, 2007 at Clinch Valley Medical Center in Richlands, Va. Born Jan. 12, 1920 at Gassaway, she was a daughter of the late Flem Drannon Amey and Ethel Street Amey. She was a member of the Dial Rock Church of God. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Grover Sessler Honaker; two daughters, Carol Sargent and Dolly Lewis; one son, John D. Honaker; three grandchildren; three sisters, Mae Harman, Laura Amey and Norma Lee; three brothers, Ordell Amey, Paul Amey, and Flem D. Amey, Jr. Survivors include one son, Lonnie Honaker and wife, Norma of Harrisonburg, Va.; four daughters, Alice Carner Boyd and husband, Lowell of Swords Creek, Va., Shelia Morris and companion, Tom Davis, Sharon Cramer and husband, Robert, and Heather Nichole Honaker, all of Tazewell; one sister, Dorothy Childress and husband, Lonnie of Crew, Va.; son-in-law, Alfred Lewis of Tazewell; daughter-in-law, Tina Honaker of Tazewell; 24 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Sat., Sept. 29, 2007 at Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home Chapel in Tazewell, with the Rev. John Canning officiating. Burial will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be Tommy Lewis, Tom Davis, D.J. Stinson, Danny Stinson, Steven Remines, and Zack Billips. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6–9 p.m. Fri., Sept. 28, 2007.

Children:

445. ii. Lonnie Edward[7]. Born 3 Aug 1940 in Canebreak, McDowell Co., W.Va.

446. George Washington[6] Honaker (Albert[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photograph.He married Rebecca Ellen Vance, daughter of John William Vance and Fannie Elizabeth Pruitt, 26 Jan 1936 in

English, McDowell Co., W.Va. Born 1 Feb 1919 in Jolo, McDowell County. Died 14 Apr 2007 in Jolo. Buried in Tom Sparks Cem., Paynesville, W.Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 15 Apr 2007 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 19 Apr 2007—Mrs. Rebecca Ellen Vance Honaker, 88, of Jolo, went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours on Sat., April 14, 2007, at the home of her daughter and son in law, Peggy Jean and Riley Cole, with whom she had made her home for the past five years. She was born in Bradshaw and was the daughter of the late John William and Fannie Elizabeth Pruitt Vance. She had made her home in the McDowell county area all of her life and was a member of Community Church of the Living God in Jolo for over 50 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Washington Honaker; one daughter, Pearlie Marie Arnett; four sons, Bill, Fred, Johnny Lee, and George Thomas Honaker; four sisters, Mary Jane Hagerman, Vicy Hagerman, Hattie Hagerman, and Mattie Hale; three brothers, George, Charlie and Perry Vance; two grandsons, Robbie Lee Cole and Bobby Ray Arnett; and two great grandsons, Johnathan Lambert and Anthony Kindoll. Survivors are four daughters, Peggy Cole and husband Riley of Jolo, Frances Wimmer of Jolo, Anna Mae Clark and husband Leon of Jolo, JoAnn Rowe of Glen Lynn, Va.; one son, Arvil Ray Honaker and wife Lynn of Jolo; one daughter in law, Phyllis Honaker of Jolo; one sister, Fannie Robinson of Lynchburg, Va.; one sister in law, Myrtle Vance of Jolo; 24 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren, and nine great great grandchildren. Special granddaughter and caregiver, Peggy Ann Cole Bradley and special nurses, Rhonda Wilson and Pam Harvey, also survive. Funeral services for Rebecca Ellen Vance Honaker will be conducted Mon., April 16, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Community Church of the Living God in Jolo with the Rev. McGinnis Rife, the Rev. Charlie Cooper, and the Rev. Charlie Rose officiating. Interment will follow at Tom Sparks Cem. on Bradshaw Mountain. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Newt Beavers, Ella Jean Beavers, Kenneth and Jackie Blevins, and Lois Ann Houchins. Friends may call at the church after 5 p.m. today. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home in Richlands, Va., is in charge of arrangements and those wishing to express sympathy to the family may do so online at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com.

Children:

ix. Johnny Lee. Died before 2007.

449. Thomas Edward[6] Honaker (Albert[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jul 1919. Died 31 Mar 1968 in Welch, W.Va.

He married, first, Kathleen Stump. There were no known children.He married, second, Virginia Lee Dickerson, daughter of William Dickerson and Arlene Unknown. Born 1 Oct 1923

in Richlands, Va. Died 3 Jan 2009 in Maiden, N.C. Interred in Clinch Valley Mausoleum, Richlands, Va.Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 6 Jan 2009: Maiden, N.C.—Virginia Lee Honaker, age 85, of Maiden, N.C.,

formerly of Richlands, Va., passed away Sat., Jan. 3, 2009. Born Oct. 1, 1923 in Richlands, Va., she was the daughter of the late William and Arlene Dickerson. She was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Edward Honaker, Sr.; two daughters, Fannie Mitchem and Helen Condon; one son, Thomas Edward Honaker, Jr.; three brothers and three sisters. She is survived by three sons, Bill Honaker of Falmouth, Ky., Danny Honaker and wife, Nancy of Princeton, W.Va., and Donald Honaker and wife, Connie of Conover, N.C.; four daughters, Dolly Hurt of Hickory, N.C., Connie Williams and husband, Glen of Maiden, N.C., Kathy Mitchem of Newton, N.C. and Barbara Corbett and husband, Tim of Maiden, N.C.; 27 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wed., Jan. 7, 2009 at Singleton Funeral Service Chapel at Cedar Bluff, Va., with the Rev. Ray York officiating. Entombment will follow in the Clinch Valley Mausoleum at Richlands, Va. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends after 1 p.m. Wednesday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Honaker family. Children:

i. Helen[7]. Died before 2009. She married Unknown Condon (also reported as Unknown Reckard.)ii. Dolly Faye. She married Unknown Hurt.iii. Fannie. Died before 2009. She married Unknown Mitchem.iv. Connie. She married Glen Williams.v. Kathy. She married Unknown Mitchem.vi. Barbara. She married Tim Corbett.vii. Bill. viii. Danny. He married Nancy Unknown.ix. Donald. He married Connie Unknown.x. Thomas Edward, Jr. Died before 2009.

450. Paul Bunyon[6] Honaker (Albert[5], George[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Died in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.

He married Jenny Beth Hagerman. Children:

450. i. Elbert[7]. He married Pearlie Unknown.ii. James P. He married Maxine Unknown.iii. Pinkie M. She married Unknown Hicks.iv. George.

452. Luther Martin[6] Honaker (William[5], Lilbern[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[1], Martin[1]). In 2000 a granddaughter identified herself, Lynn Peterson, 7287 Birch Dr., RANDLEMAN NC 27317, jade916@hotmail.com. Her descendancy from Luther was not stated.

He married, first, Dellaphine Jane James, daughter of William Floyd James and Sindusty Edwards, 28 Sep 1945 in Berwind, McDowell Co., W.Va. They divorced. Born 6 Oct 1925. Died 23 Mar 2010 in Richmond, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Richmond [Va.] Times-Dispatch, 25 Mar 2010: Dellaphine Honaker, 85, of Bandy, Va., passed away March 23, 2010, at the Memorial Regional Medical Center in Virginia. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Kyger; granddaughter, Denise Kyger; and son-in-law, James Kyger. Interment will be in Bandy, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 27 Mar 2010 (with photograph) and Wytheville [Va.] Enterprise, 31 Mar 2010: Cedar Bluff, Va.—Dellaphine (Dale) Honaker, age 84, of Cedar Bluff, Va., passed away Tue., March 23, 2010 in a Richmond, Va. hospital. Born Oct. 6, 1925 at Berwind, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late William and Sindusty Edwards James. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Musick. She is survived by two daughters, Brenda Kyger and husband, James of Richmond, Va. and Shelia Vencill and companion Ralph Short of Lebanon, Va.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted

at 1 p.m. Sat., March 27, 2010 at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. with the Rev. Bruce Mitchell officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those attending the graveside service are asked to meet at the Cem. by 1 p.m. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Singleton Funeral Service at Cedar Bluff, Va. Online condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.SingletonFuneralService.com. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Honaker family.

453. Pauline[6] Hess (Caroline[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Sep 1909, the same year her mother died. Died 17 Jan 1997 in Russell Co., Va. Buried Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

She married Kyle Proffitt, son of Ranzy Proffitt (called Ranz) and Sarah A. Hess (called Sally), 20 Jan 1923 in Russell County. Born 27 Dec 1903 in Russell County. Died 28 Jul 1979 in Tazwell Co., Va. Children:

i. Kyle, Jr.[7] (called Joe). In 2001 he lived in Wardell, Va.ii. Jacob (called Jake). Died before Oct 2001.iii. Lewis Allen. Born ca. 1944 in Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Nov 2002 in Tazewell Co., Va. Buried in

Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. In 2001 he lived in Paintlick, Va.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 12 Nov 2002: Tazewell Co., Va.–Lewis Allen

Proffitt, 59, of the College Estates section, passed away Sun., Nov. 10, 2002, at his home following a long illness. Born in Russell County, he was the son of the late Kyle and Pauline Hess Proffitt. He was a disabled construction worker formerly employed by Oman Construction Co. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jake Proffitt and Glenn Proffitt. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Stump Johnson Proffitt of Christiansburg, Va.; a son, James Stefhan Johnson of Cambridge, Mass.; one brother, Kyle (Joe) Proffitt Jr. of Wardell, Va.; a special friend, Carlos Burke of Davenport, Va.; very special care giver Judy McQuire of Cedar Bluff; four nieces; and a nephew. Graveside services will be conducted Wed., Nov. 13, 2002, at 2 p.m. at the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va., with Rev. Aldie Allen and Rev. Tommy Dye officiating. Friends may call at the Singleton Funeral Service in Cedar Bluff from 6 until 9 p.m. Tuesday. It was Mr. Proffitt’s wish that flowers be omitted and memorial contributions be made to the American Diabetes Assn., 1660 Poke St., Alexandria, VA 22314, or to a favorite charity. Singleton Funeral Service is serving the Proffitt family.

453. iv. Glen Albert (called Glen). Born ca. 1945 in Tazewell Co., Va.

454. Tina Isabelle[6] Honaker (also reported as Tina Isabella, Tina Elizqbeth, and Tinney Elizabeth) (Mary[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Family members say her name was pronounced Tiny. For whatever reason, she was known by the Honaker surname. Family stories suggest that Frank Ray was her biological father even though her mother was married to Elihu Cook at the time Tina was born. Born 19 Jun 1895 in Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Mar 1968 in Freeburn, Pike Co., Ky.

She married, first, William Birchner Hubbard (also seen as William Berch Hubbard) 5 Jun 1912 in Russell Co., Va. They divorced. He married, second, Tina’s aunt Mollie[5] Honaker 23 Oct 1919. Children (raised by William and Mollie):

i. Avvie[7] (twin). Born 1914.ii. George (twin). Born 1914.iii. Lacy. Born 26 Oct 1916.

She married, second, Erven Fullen 13 Jun 1918. There were no known children.She married, third, Alvin John Potter, son of William M. Potter and Elizabeth Amanda Sammons (called Mandy) 21

Dec 1922 in Lee Co., Va. The marriage certificate gives her name as Tiney Lewfew. How she came by that surname is not known. Born 13 Mar 1898 in Johnson Co., Tenn. Died 7 Dec 1973 in Ben Hur, Lee Co., Va. He was a coal miner. Children:

904. iv. Herschel Hubert (twin). Born 27 Apr 1926 in Freeburn, Ky.905. v. William Marshall (twin) (called Marshall. Born 27 Apr 1926 in Freeburn.454. vi. Geddar Wallace. Born 1 Mar 1929 in Freeburn. 454. vii. Bernard Ray. Born 31 Dec 1930 in Freeburn.

viii. Mary Jo (adopted). She married Unknown Blackburn.

456. Clarence N.[6] Honaker (called Frog) (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Apr 1908. Died 12 Apr 1981 in Bucyrus, Ohio. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va.

He married Pearl Elizabeth[6] Taylor, daughter of Dora Taylor Honaker Lester (Martin[1]), 4 Apr 1931. Born 18 Sep 1914 in Honaker, Va. Died 6 Apr 1998 in Bucyrus, Ohio. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Apr 1998: Mrs. Pearl Honaker, age 83, of 619 Prospect Avenue, Bucyrus, Ohio, formerly of Honaker, Va., passed away Monday morning (Apr. 6, 1998) at her home. Born on Sept. 19, 1914 at Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Jess Honaker and the late Dora Taylor Honaker Lester. She had resided in Bucyrus for many years, moving there from Honaker. She was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Honaker and one sister, Margaret Randolph. Survivors include one son, Thomas Honaker of Bucyrus; four sisters, Beulah Fields, Alma Martin and Anna Hess, all of Honaker, and Lola Garrett of Lebanon, Va.; three brothers, Willard Honaker and Ralph Honaker, both of Bucyrus, and Robert Honaker of Honaker; one grandson, Thomas Honaker, Jr., of Bucyrus; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. (today) Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Gerald Lester and Rev. Peerman Lester officiating. Interment will follow in the Clark Cem. at Honaker. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home until the funeral hour. Honaker Funeral Home is in charge.

Children:

i. Thomas Edward[7]. Born 15 Oct 1932. In 1998 he lived in Bucyrus. We do not have direct evidence of his relationship with Edith L. (Kimberlin) Honaker, whose obituary appeared in the Bucyrus newspaper; however, she was married to a Thomas Honaker. This Thomas is of an appropriate age to have been her husband, and is the only Thomas we know, of that age, who lived in Bucyrus. We therefore believe that Edith was married, second, to this Thomas. She had children by her first marriage; none are mentioned with the Honaker surname, even as stepchildren.

Telegraph-Forum, Bucyrus, Ohio, 11 Jan 2017: Edith L. Honaker, age 81, passed away surrounded by family Jan. 9, 2017. Edith was born to the late Clarence and Ulma (Smith) Kimberlin Dec. 20, 1935 in Bonny Blue, Va. Edith is preceded in death by parents, first husband Oliver Skidmore and second husband, Thomas Honaker as well as four brothers and four sisters. Edith is survived by sons, Eddie Ray (Valerie) Skidmore and Teddy Windell Skidmore; daughter, Deb “B.B.” Skidmore-Gilliland; many grandkids and great grandkids as well as several nieces and nephews. Edith worked with Swan Rubber for 18 years before going to assist with In Home Care. Edith was a member of VFW 1078 and the American Legion. Edith considered her most treasured hobby was taking care and giving comfort, laughter, and love to those around her. Visiting hours will be Mon., Jan. 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home. The service will follow the visitation at 1 p.m. Pastor Bernie France officiating services, burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Home Care Matters Hospice. Moments of remembrance may be left online at www.munzpirnstill.com.

457. Thurman[6] Honaker (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Mary Frances Crouse, daughter of Glen Crouse and Cora Breeding. Born 8 Oct 1918 in Buchanan Co.,

Va. Died 3 Dec 2010 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 4 Dec 2010: Honaker, Va.—Mrs. Mary Frances Honaker, age 92, passed away

Fri., Dec. 3, 2010, at her home. Born Oct. 8, 1918, in Buchanan Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Glen and Cora Breeding Crouse. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a lifetime member of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School Teacher, Secretary and Treasurer for many years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Thurman Honaker; three sisters and one brother. Survivors include three daughters, Mildred White and husband, Bob of Swords Creek, Wanda Compton and husband, Roger of Rosedale and Connie Miller and husband, Rick of Honaker; two sons, James E. “Jim” Honaker and wife, Linda of Lebanon and Dallas L. Honaker of Honaker; one sister, Gladys Stacy of Richlands; two brothers; five grandchildren, Bobby White Jr., Vickie Vandyke and husband, Houston, Melissa Parson and husband, Everette, Chris Compton and Whitney Miller; two great-grandchildren, Amanda Vandyke and Taylor Compton; special caregivers, Beverly Fuller, Kimberly Miller, Stella Ray and Debbie Vance; and special friend, Jeff Matney also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Claude Rose, Rev. Roy Lee Wilson and Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in the Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Roger Compton, Rick Miller, Bob White, Everette Parson, Johnathan Miller, Chris Compton, Jeff Matney, Houston Vandyke and Bobby White Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be men of Valley View Freewill Baptist Church, family and friends. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Saturday where an evening song service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to www.honakerfuneralhome.net

Children:

i. Mildred[7]. She married Bob White.906. ii. James E.

iii. Dallas L.iv. Wanda. She married Roger Compton.v. Connie. She married Rick Miller.

459. Stafford Gordon[6] Honaker (Scott[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1916. Died 1971. Buried in Call Cem., Swords Creek, Russell Co., Va.

He married Mable Geraldine Call (called Geraldine), daughter of James C. Call and Ola B. Fuller. Born 9 May 1920 in Russell Co., Va. Died 8 Jul 2007 in Big Stone Gap, Va. Buried in Call Cem..

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 10 Jul 2007 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Jul 2007: Mrs. Geraldine Honaker, age 87, of Swords Creek, Va., went to be with the Lord on Sun., July 8, 2007 at Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap, Va. Born May 9, 1920 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late James C. and Ola B. Fuller Call. A lifelong resident of the Swords Creek area, she was a member of the Valley View Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Stafford G. Honaker, two sons, Kenneth Eugene Honaker and Barry Lynn Honaker, son-in-law, James Shamburg, daughter-in-law, Joann Honaker, granddaughter, Robin Perkins, three brothers, Roscoe Call, Ira Call, and Jake Call, and one sister, Marie Boyd. Survivors include four sons, Clifford A. Honaker of Bristol, Va., Norman “Butch” Honaker and his wife, Lydia and Eddie Honaker and his wife, Brenda all of Swords Creek, Scottie Honaker and his wife, Delores of Raven; one daughter, Edith M. Shamburg of Honaker; daughter-in-law, Sue Honaker of Swords Creek; one sister, Nell Franks of Berryville, Va.; two brothers, James “Buck” Call of Williamsburg, Va., and Paul L. Call of Berryville, Va.; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and one step-great-grandchild also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Franklin Blankenship officiating. Interment followed in the Call Family Cem. at Swords Creek, Va. Pallbearers were Jim Honaker, Dallas Honaker, Jackie Honaker, Gerald Honaker, Kirby Meadows, and Jack Dye.

Children:

i. Kenneth Eugene[7]. Died before 2007.ii. Barry Lynn. Died before 2007.

459. iii. Edith Marie Born 17 Feb 1941 in Tazewell Co., Va. iv. Clifford Allen.

459. v. Norman Estel (called Butch). Born 12 Sep 1943 in Russell County.459. vi. Edward Gordon. 459. vii. James Scottie (called Scottie). Born 13 Apr 1950 in Richlands, Va.

464. Vernie[6] Honaker (called Pete) (Cowan[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 10 Apr 1993 in Honaker, Va. He became a member of United Mine Workers of America Local #7025 in Jul 1942. He was inducted into the U.S. Army 17 Feb 1945 in Huntington, W.Va., received a marksmanship badge (rifle), and served as a clerk with the 1852nd Service Command Unit, with no foreign service, until World War II ended. He received the World War II Victory Medal and was discharged as a private 10 Dec 1945 at Ft. Bliss, Texas.

[Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, unknown date: Vernie (Pete) Honaker, 72, of Harman, Va., died Wednesday in a Grundy hospital following a long illness. He was a veteran of World War II and a board member of the Buchanan General Hospital in Grundy. He was also a member of the Kazim Temple in Roanoke and was a former deacon and Sunday School teacher at the Harman Memorial Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mary Marrs Honaker of Harman, Va.; five daughters, Miss Joanne Easley of Richmond, Va., Mrs. Clarence (Beatrice) Daniels of Warren, Mich., Mrs. Don (Sue) Malone of Harman, Mrs. David (Patricia) St. John of Richmond and Mrs. William (Francis) Hobbs of Virginia Beach, Va.; one son, Don Honaker of Warren, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Audra Wardwell of San Diego, Calif., Mrs. Nevell Powell of Covington, Ky., and Mrs. Lucille Ward of Oakwood, Va.; five brothers, Lacy Honaker of War, Willard Honaker of Martinsville, Va., Cowan Honaker Jr. of Greensburg, Pa., and Carl and Berlin Pete Honaker of Cincinnati, Ohio; 23 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Harman Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Ralph K. Harris officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain Valley Memorial Park in Grundy. Friends may call at the Grundy Funeral Home after 6 p.m. today. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to the services. Active pallbearers will be members of [United Mine Workers of America] Local #7025 of Harman, Va. Masonic and Oddfellow rites will be held at the funeral home tonight. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. B.D. Berry, Dr. J.P.

Sutherland, Fred Shortt, Gene Bane, John McClellan, Frank Landreth, Garney Compton, Hassell Childress, Earl Fields, Bud Coleman, John Fleenor. Grundy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In 2001, Pete’s daughter Beatrice wrote the following profile about him:When he was a young man, his friends started calling him “Pete” after an old man who lived in the

community. He and these friends were out goofing off and getting drunk. It was during this that they dared each other to get their heads shaved. I guess this made him resemble “old man Pete” so much that it became a joke to call him by that name. It took such a hold on him that later he made it part of his legal name.

He completed the seventh grade. He became a coal mine worker at the age of 12, in War, W.Va., and retired at the age of 65. After getting married and becoming a father to his first seven children, he moved to Harman, Va., where he lived and died. He worked the mines there with an outstanding record of good work and excellent attendance.

He never went to any professional or trade school, yet he was elected secretary-treasurer of the United Mine Workers Union at Harman, a position he held for about 35 years. He taught himself to type using two fingers, and he could type close to 50 words a minute. He continued holding that position in the union long after he retired from the mines, until he was 73 years old, confined to his bed with cancer.

In the early 1970s, he became a Christian and member of the Harman Memorial Baptist Church. Later he became a deacon of the church. He was led to the Lord by his old childhood friend, Frank Landreth. He was a Mason and a member of the American Legion. He was one of the founders of the new Grundy Hospital and served on the hospital board until his death.

His hobbies consisted of woodworking, locksmith and coin collecting. He made many special items for each of us children and he made a grandfather clock for their home. I have that clock here in my home. When he was dying of cancer, I stayed most of the winter at home with him and my mother to help with his care. It was during that time that he gave me the clock, which was to remain at his home until my mother’s death.

He married Mary Beth Marrs, daughter of Perry Britton Marrs and Susie Baldwin (no middle name), 21 Sep 1933 in War, W.Va. The ceremony was performed by E.L. Patten. Born 23 Nov 1914 in Tazewell, Va. Died 10 Dec 1996 in Henderson, Tenn. Buried in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va. Her parents died at a young age and she and her sister had to take over the care of another sister and four brothers. She completed her sophomore year of high school but quit in her junior year to marry Pete. Children:

v. Mary Elizabeth. Stillborn 3 Jun 1938 in Logan, W.Va. Buried in an unknown Cem. “over in the coves” in War, W.Va.

ix. Kristie Lynn. Stillborn 2 Dec 1952 in Maxie, Va. Buried in Stiltner Cem., Maxie.

462. Mary Hazel[6] Stump (Clarissa[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Sep 1919 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 12 Jan 2009 in Honaker. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Russell County.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Jan 2009: Mrs. Mary Hazel Hess, age 89, of the New Garden Road section of Honaker, Va., passed away Mon., Jan. 12, 2009 at her home. Born Sept. 6, 1919 in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Charlie and Clarissa Stump. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of the Valley View Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Hess; two sons, J.C. Hess and Garnett Hess; four brothers, Guy Stump, Arthur Stump, Garnett Stump and George Stump and two sisters, Eula Stump and Eunice Barrett. Survivors include two grandchildren, Maurice Hess and Lisa Hess both of Honaker, Va.; three great-grandchildren, Ethan Howard, Cassie Howard and Jade Hess all of Honaker, Va.; one niece, Peggy Patrick of Kentucky and one nephew, Fred Barnett of Maryland and special caregivers, Betsy, Sam and Deb and the staff of Russell County Home Health and Hospice also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenny Taylor and Rev. Larry Ball officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Interment followed. Pallbearers were Jim McGlothlin, Brian McGlothlin, Keith McGlothlin, Jeremiah Musick, Ashley Couch and Sam Winters.

465. Willard[6] Honaker (Cowan[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jul 1912 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. Died 10 Apr 1993. Buried Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Tazewell Co., Va.

The Atlanta [Ga.] Journal, 12 Apr 1993: Mr. Willard Honaker, age 80, of Lilburn [Gwinnett Co., Ga.] died Sat., Apr. 10, 1993. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tue., Apr. 13, 1993, at the R.T. Patterson Funeral Home, Lilburn,

with Rev. Jimmy Dickens officiating. Mr. Honaker, a native of Honaker, Va., and formerly a resident of Caretta, W.Va., was a retired electrician. Survivors include wife, Julie Honaker of Lilburn; sons, Michael Honaker, Elk Horn City, Ky.; Bob Honaker of Freemont, Ohio; daughters and sons-in-law, Roy and Delores Leffew of Atlanta, Phillip and Josephine Combs of Alderson, W.Va., Michael and Cathy Thaler of Oak Ridge, Tenn., Woody and Janet Duncan of Charlotte, N.C., Lee and Wanda Mills of Atlanta, Debbie Vandrie of Atlanta; brothers, Berlin Honaker of Russell Springs, Ky., Carl Honaker of Cincinnati, Ohio; sisters, Audrey Wardwell, Russell Springs, Ky., Lucille Ward of Grundy, Va., and Nevil Wern of Russell Springs, Ky.; 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Burial in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va. R.T. Patterson Funeral Home, Lilburn Chapel, in charge of arrangements.

He married Julia Smith, daughter of Noah King Smith and Elizabeth Baldwin, 1932. Born 18 Nov 1916. Died 2 Mar 2003. Interred at Grandview Memory Gardens Mausoleum.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 5 Mar 2003: Loganville, Ga.—Julia Smith Honaker, 86, of Loganville, formerly of Martinsville, Va., went to be with the Lord Sun., March 2, 2003 after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Noah K. Smith and Elizabeth Baldwin. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willard Honaker; one son, Willard Harold Honaker; four brothers, William (Bill), Albert, Thomas and Berlin Smith; and four sisters, Ora Collins, Dora Falkey, Etta Profitt and Molly Trout. Survivors include Josephine Combs and husband Phil of Alderson [W.Va.], Delores Leffew and husband Roy of Dacula, Ga., Janet Duncan and husband Woody of Terrell, N.C., Wanda Mills and husband Lee of Loganville, Cathy Thaler of Knoxville, Tenn., and Deborah Van Drie of Lawrenceville, Ga.; two sons, Bob Honaker and wife Paulette of Freemont, Ohio and Michael Honaker and wife Donna of Elkhorn, Ky.; two sisters, Bernice (Vern) Richardson of Caretta [W.Va.] and Ruth Smith of Baltimore, Md.; 25 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at Grandview Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Route 460, Bluefield-Tazewell Road, Va., with Pastor Stewart Farley of Fairlea [W.Va.] officiating. Information submitted by Lobban Funeral Home of Alderson.

Children:

i. James Michael[7] (called Michael.) In 2016 he lived in Elkhorn City, Pikeville Co., Ky. He married Donna Unknown.

465. ii. Josephine. 465. iii. Delores.

iv. Willard Harold (called Harold). Died before 2003.v. Janet. In 2016 she lived in Winder, Barrow Co., Ga. She married Woody Duncan.

465. vi. Bobby Joe. Born 17 Mar 1940 in Jolo, McDowell Co., W.Va.vii. Wanda. In 2016 she lived in Loganville, Ga. She married Lee Mills.viii. Deborah Sue. In 2016 she lived in Dacula, Gwinnett Co., Ga. She married Unknown Van Drie.

465. ix. Cathy Ann. Born ca. 1950.

466. Evangeline[6] Honaker (Cowan[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Jul 1914 in Honaker, Va. Died Nov 1969.

She married Guy Buckles Wolfe. Children:

466. i. Betty Jean[7]. Born ca. 1933.ii. Guy Edward. Born 1947. He married Evone Unknown.iii Billy Eugene. Died before 2013.iv. Jimmy Lee. Born 1949.v. Linda. Born 28 Oct 1952. She married Unknown Hoffmann.

469. Carl[6] Honaker (Cowan[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Also reported born 19 May 1928.He married, second, Lillian Ray Turner. Children:

469. i. Robert Allen[7]. Born 21 Apr 1951.ii. Carlene Ruth. Born 28 Feb 1953 in Virginia.

470. Berlin[6] Honaker (called Pete) (Cowan[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). [correct spelling]

472. Nola A.[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 20 Jan (also reported as 2 Jan) 1968. Buried in Whitt Cem., Rt. 647, Russell Co., Va.

473. Paul Henry[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). The gravestone gives 1907—1983. Buried in Lockhart Chapel Cem., Russell Co., Va.

He married Betty in Honaker, Va. Children:

i. Mandy Lovis[7]. Born 10 Mar 1926. Died 22 Mar 1926. Buried next to her parents in Lockhart Chapel Cem..

473. ii. Jessie Edward. Born 9 Mar 1937 in Russell County.iii. Dolly Marie. Her husband Harold Hess died before 2004.

473. iv. Halford Leonard. Born 9 Aug 1943 in Honaker, Va. v. Harold Bennie (called Chopper.) Born 16 May 1945 in Honaker, Va. Died 23 Feb 2014

in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Austin Cem., Venia, Va.Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Mar 2014, with photograph: Harold Benney “Chopper”

Honaker, age 68, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Feb. 23, 2014 in a Kingsport, Tenn. hospital. Born May 16, 1945 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Paul Henry and Margaret Elizabeth Price Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, he was of the Freewill Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. A disabled coal miner, he was formerly employed by Clinchfield Coal Company and was a member of the [United Mine Workers of America] 1760. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rita Gay Austin Honaker, two brothers, Halford Honaker and Jessie Honaker, and one infant sister, Mandy Honaker. Survivors include one sister, Dolly Hess of Honaker; six brothers, Jimmy Honaker and wife, Kathy, Jerry Honaker and wife, Ruth, Samuel Honaker and wife, Regina, and Bradley Honaker and wife, Karen all of Honaker; Larry Wayne Honaker and wife, Saundra of Swords Creek, and Calvin Honaker and wife, Nina of Norton, Va.; two sisters-in-law, Janice Honaker and Pearlie Honaker; his mother-in-law, Lucille Austin; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Interment followed in the Austin Cem. at Venia, Va. [United Mine Workers of America] services were conducted by Tivis Brown and members of UMWA Local 1760. Military graveside honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Jimmy Honaker, Austin Honaker, Thomas Austin, Dylan Cook, David Honaker, Lester Honaker, Mack Ray, and Bradley Ray. Honorary pallbearers were Larry Combs, Allen Sargent, Larry Thompson, Lucas Blankenship, J.C. Barnhart, Cedric Couch, Edward “Shorty” Howard, Steven Howard, and Arnold Barrie. Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va., served the Honaker family. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

He married Rita Gay Austin, daughter of William Henry Austin and Lucille James and sister of Kathy Austin, who married his brother Jimmy. Born ca. 1954. Died 6 Jul 2001 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Austin Family Cem., Venia, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Jul 2001, Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier 8 Jul 2001 and [Grundy] Virginia Mountaineer, 12 Jul 2001: Mrs. Rita Gay Austin Honaker, age 47, of Honaker, Va., passed away Fri., July 6, 2001 in Richlands, Va. She was a daughter of William Henry and Lucille James Austin of Honaker, Va. She had resided in Honaker for the past 26 years, moving there from Venia, Va. She was a 1972 graduate of Council [Va.] High School and attended Southwest Community College. She was formerly employed as a secretary by Honaker Supply Company. She was a member of Gent’s Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, survivors include her husband, Harold Bennie Honaker of the home; four sisters, Mrs. Jimmy (Kathy) Honaker and Mrs. Junior (Cheryl) Cook both of Honaker, Mrs. Dale (Ann) McGlothlin of Rowe, Va. and Mrs. David (Henrietta) Ray of Vansant, Va.; one brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Camilla Austin of Rosedale, Va.; four nieces, Dana Jarvis, Sheena McGlothlin, Chelsea McGlothlin, and Anna Honaker; five nephews, Jimmy Honaker, Austin Honaker, Dylan Cook, Issac Austin, and Cameron Austin; three special friends, Bobby Jack Ball and Mr. and Mrs. Mack Ray also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with

Rev. Guy Harris and Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Interment followed in the Austin Family Cem. at Venia, Va. Pallbearers were Mack Ray, Cecil Dye, Gary Austin, Dallas James, Darrell James, and Gregory Austin. Honorary pallbearers were Curtis Austin, Garland Austin, Jerry Jarvis, Michael James, and Dr. Mario Stefanini. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

vi. Jimmy. Born 1947. He married Kathy Austin, daughter of William Henry Austin and Lucille James and sister of Rita Gay Austin, who married his brother Harold Bennie.

473. viii. Larry Wayne (called Wayne). Born 1950.xi. Bradley. Born 1956. He married Karen Hess, daughter of Arnold Wayne and Betty

Lou[7] (Belcher) Hess (Martin[1]). In 2013 Bradley and Karen lived in Honaker, Va.

474. Hubert Howard[6] Honaker (also reported as Herbert Howard) (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Ester Musick, daughter of Cummins Musick and Sarah Fletcher. Born 21 May 1914 in Russell Co., Va.

Died 7 Mar 1999 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. The Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Mar 1999: Mrs. Ester Honaker, age 84, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sunday evening,

Mar. 7, 1999 in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born May 21, 1914 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Cummins and Sarah Fletcher Musick. She was a lifelong resident of Russell County and was a member of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert H. Honaker, one son, Gene Honaker, and two brothers, Vince Musick and Leroy Musick. Survivors include one daughter, Dean Colley of Honaker; one sister, Bertie Hale of Honaker; four brothers, Guy Musick of Garden Creek, Ralph Musick of Abingdon, Reason Musick of Lebanon, and Harless Musick of Rosedale; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elder Otis Fields, Elder George Ben Combs, and Elder Delford Ward officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Lynn Honaker, Keith Colley, Rick Colley, Michael Horton, Lanny Miller, Terry Honaker, Garland Honaker, and Larry Honaker. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Tuesday where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. with Elder Delford Ward officiating.

Children:

i. Dean[8]. Born in 1937. She married Unknown Colley. 474. ii. Willis Gene (also reported as Willie Gene). Died 17 Dec 1984.

475. Rethia Gladys[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

475. ii. Hubert Leon.

476. Ruby Vern[6] Honaker (twin) (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jan 1916 in Honaker, Va. Died 9 Jun 1998 in Lebanon, Va. Entombed in Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Lebanon.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Jun 1998: Mrs. Ruby V. Honaker Rasnake, age 82, of Rosedale, Va., passed away Tuesday night, June 9, 1998, in the Russell County Medical Center in Lebanon, Va. Born on Jan. 7, 1916 at Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Calvin and Mary Jane Thompson Honaker. She spent her early life in Honaker, moving to Fairfax, Va., in 1954 and to the Rosedale area in 1987. She was a member of the Spring City Baptist Church at Cleveland, Va. Survivors include her husband, Kyle M. Rasnake of the home; two sons, Kermit Rasnake of Midlothian, Va., and Jim Rasnake of Conway, S.C.; two sisters, Ruth Lockhart of Rosedale and Delmar Hubbard of Rogersville, Tenn.; one brother, Foster Honaker of Honaker, Va.; three grandchildren, Sheila Harris, Sherri Eng and Jeff Rasnake; and three great great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 3:30 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Brother Scott Suttle officiating. Entombment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Lebanon, Va. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker, Va., was in charge.

Frieda (Patrick) Davison, editor of Honaker Family in America, was Ruby’s niece and said that Ruby was probably her first baby sitter. “Her nephew, Roy Daniel Hubbard, and I were about the same age and would vie for her attention and her lap,” Frieda said. “She would always tell the story of having both of us fall asleep, one in one arm and one in the other, and she couldn’t get either one of us to the bed without waking one or both of us, so she just sat and held us while we slept.”

She married Kyle Maynard Rasnake, son of the Rev. Roby Kernan Rasnake and Zona Estella White. Born ca. 1915 in Honaker, Va. Died 14 Dec 1999 in Rosedale, Va. Entombed in Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Lebanon, Va.

Newspaper and date unknown: Rosedale, Va.—Kyle [Maynard] Rasnake, 84, died Tue., Dec. 14, 1999 at his home. He was born in Honaker, a son of the late Rev. Roby Rasnake and Estelle White Rasnake, and lived in the Honaker area until 1954 when he moved to Fairfax. He later moved to Chesapeake, Va., Knotts Island, N.C., and to Rosedale in 1987. He was a

retired carpenter, a brick mason and a member of Spring City Baptist Church in Lebanon. He was the widower of Ruby Rasnake. Surviving are two sons, Kermit L. Rasnake of Midlothian, Va., and James A. Rasnake of Conway, S.C.; two sisters, Beulah Patrick of Honaker and Irene Smith of Noblesville, Ind.; a half-sister, Nadine White of Draper, Va.; two half-brothers, Raymond Rasnake of Rosedale and Carl Rasnake of Chesapeake; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. in Honaker Funeral Home Chapel. The Revs. Brent Logan and Scott Suttle will officiate. Entombment will be in Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Lebanon. Mr. Rasnake was also preceded in death by a sister, Zola Jackson; and two brothers, Ambrose Rasnake and Warren Rasnake. The family wishes to thank special caregivers Linda Meade, Beulah Sutherland and Elizabeth Whitt. Pallbearers will be relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday in Honaker Funeral Home.

477. Ruthie Vaughn[6] Honaker (twin) (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 7 Jan 1916 in Russell Co., Va. Died 29 Jun 2011 in Rosedale, Va. Interred in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 1 Jul 2011: Rosedale, Va.—On Wed., June 29, 2011, Heaven received a special angel that being Ruthie Vaughn Lockhart. Born Jan. 7, 1916, in Russell County, Va. and lived there all of her 95 years. She was the daughter of the late Calvin and Mary Jane Thompson Honaker, and the wife of the late Earnest E. Lockhart. Other than her family, the highlight of her life was serving God. She was an avid gardener, growing both vegetables and flowers. She attended Campbell Sunday School under the leadership of the late Anne Ewing, as a child and was a life time member of Spring City Baptist Church. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one son, Thurman Lockhart; twin sister, Ruby Rasnake; four sisters, Nola Stilwell, Elmar Barnhart, Delmar Hubbard, and Retha Honaker; three brothers, Paul, Herb, and Garnet. Survivors include daughters, Norma Griffith and husband, Bill, Rosedale and Anne Hutchinson and husband, James, Honaker, Va.; daughter-in-law, Carol Lockhart, Abingdon Va.; one granddaughter, Sandra Howard, Kingsport Tenn.; four grandsons, Randall K. Stinson, Lebanon, Va., Michael Hutchinson, Honaker, James Hutchinson III, Richlands, Va., and Mark Hutchinson, Appalachia Va.; one brother, Foster Honaker, Honaker; also survived by five great-grandchildren; six great-grandsons; several nieces and nephews; and special friend: Claudia Stinson. The funeral service will be conducted Friday, July 1, 2011, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Pastor Scott Suttle, Missionary Cody Stinson officiating. Interment will be conducted 11 a.m. Sat., July 2, 2011, in the Ketron Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. The family will receive friends 6 until 7 pm prior to the service. Serving as pallbearers will be her three grandsons, Larry Woodward, Eddie Wallace, and Terry Honaker. Honorary pallbearers will be men of the Spring City Baptist Church. The family would like to thank Dr. Dwight Bailey, staff of the Russell County Medical Center, Maple Grove Nursing Home and Linda Meade, Larry and Linda Woodward, all those who brought food, flowers and all who said a prayer for us. Combs Funeral Service, 291 Fincastle Road, Lebanon VA 24266, (276) 889-4444, is serving the Lockhart family.

She married Earnest E. Lockhart. Children:

i. Norma Faye[7]. In 2011 she lived in Rosedale, Va. She married, first, Wayne Stinson. She married, second, Frank Anderson. She married, third, Bill Griffith.

477. ii. Anna Jean. She married James M. Hutchinson. In 2011 they lived in Honaker, Va.iii. Thurman Edward. Born ca. 1946. Died 20 Oct 2003 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory

Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.Unknown newspaper, 22 Oct 2003: Mr. Thurman Edward Lockhart, age 57, died Mon., Oct. 20,

2003, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. Thurman was a native of the Honaker area and was a graduate of Honaker High School. He had resided in Fairfax, Va., for 32 years before moving to Abingdon three years ago. He was a member of the Temple Baptist Church and was preceded in death by his father, Earnest Lockhart. Thurman is survived by his wife, Carol Lockhart, Abingdon; his mother, Ruth Honaker Lockhart, Rosedale, Va.; his godson, Justin Jones, Bristol, Tenn.; his sisters, Anna Jean Hutchinson and husband Jim, Honaker, and Norma Griffith and husband Bill, Rosedale; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Lambert, Abingdon; several nieces and nephews and many friends. The funeral service will be conducted Thurs., Oct. 23, 2003, at 2 p.m.in the Temple Baptist Church, with Pastor John W. Price, Pastor Richard Abbott and Mr. Cody Stinson officiating. Interment will follow in Green Hills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers will be Randy Fields, Alan Fields, Dave Scott, Mike Hutchinson, Ronnie Meade and Randy Stinson. Honorary pallbearers will be Spike Nickels, Art Roberts, Bobby Fields, Dr. Martin Monahan, Dr. Ernest Henry, James M. Hutchinson III, Mark A. Hutchinson and Rodney Howard. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 7 – 9 p.m. in the funeral home. Farris Funeral Service, 427 East Main St., Abingdon, is serving the family of Thurman E. Lockhart.

He married Carol unknown, daughter of Dorothy Lambert.

479. Delma Fay[6] Honaker (twin) (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Feb 1919 in Honaker, Va. Died 13 Jan 2004 in Rogersville, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Unknown newspaper, 15 Jan 2004: Rogersville, Tenn.—Mrs. Delma Gray Honaker Hubbard, age 84, passed away Tue., Jan. 13, 2004, in a Heritage Manor of Rogersville. Born Feb. 4, 1919, in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Calvin and Mary Thompson Honaker. She had lived in Rogersville for the past 15 years, moving there from Honaker. She was a member of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church and had formerly been employed as a hairdresser at Fuller’s Beauty Salon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Hubbard, one grandson, Roger L. Hubbard Jr., three brothers, Paul Honaker, Herbert Honaker and Garnet Honaker, and four sisters, Nola Stilwell, Elmer Barnhart, Retha Honaker and Ruby Rasnake. Survivors include two sons, Roger Hubbard and his wife Delores of Kingsport and Roy Hubbard of Evansville, Ind.; two grandchildren, Will Hubbard and Kimi Hubbard, both of Kingsport; one sister, Ruth Lockhart of Rosedale, Va., and one brother, Foster Honaker of Honaker. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Elder George Ben Combs and Elder Delford Ward officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, with interment following. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Thursday.

She married James Glenn Hubbard (called Glenn). Children:

479. i. Roger Lee[7]. Born in 1947. ii. Roy Daniel. Born in 1952.

480. Foster Lee[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Apr 1922 in Honaker, Va. Died 29 May 2014 in Honaker.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 4 Jun 2014: Foster Lee Honaker, age 92, of Honaker, Va., passed away Thurs., May 29, 2014 at his home. Born April 18, 1922 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Calvin and Mary Jane Thompson Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, he was of the Primitive Baptist Church. A World War II veteran, he had served in the U.S. Army, was a member of the American Legion of Lebanon, and a lifetime member of the VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon. A disabled railroad worker, he had been employed by Norfolk & Western. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wives, Dixie Honaker and Hazel Honaker; one son, Thomas Darrell Honaker; one daughter, Kathy Lee Davis; and nine siblings. In his generation, he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors include his loving wife of 14 years, Inez Austin Honaker of the home; four daughters, Wanda Sue Jackson and husband, Jerry of Pulaski, Mary Carol Ball and husband, Larry, Eva Gail Akers and husband, Vick, all of Max Meadows, and Judy Tuggle and husband, Craig of Swords Creek; one son, Terry Allen Honaker and wife, Rita of Honaker; step-daughters, Ruth Owens and husband, Bernard, Ruby Lester and husband, Audrey, and Robin Fields and husband, Darrell all of Honaker, and Roberta McGlothlin of Lebanon; one step-son, Hurley Austin, Jr. and wife, Karen of Warm Springs, Va.; sister-in-law, Helen Honaker of Honaker; brother-in-law, Ronnie Musick and wife, Doris of Bucyrus, Ohio; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; ten step-grandchildren; and 13 step-great-grandchildren also survive. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Russell County Medical Center Hospice and Dr. Dean Harding. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Elders George Ben Combs, Danny Smith, Garnell Gilbert, and Don Stacy officiating. Interment followed in Russell [Memorial] Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Military honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Shannon Ball, Adam Ball, Jeff Freeman, Seth Freeman, Anthony Tuggle, Kevin Tuggle, Corey Tuggle, and Joey Beavers. Honorary pallbearers were sons-in-law, John Fields, Edward Tiller, Brady Freeman, Ryan Ball, Hurley Austin, Jr., Bernard Owens, Darrell Fields, and Audrey Lester. Honaker Funeral Home served the Honaker family. Online condolemnces may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 May 2003: Finney Senior Citizens News, by Thelma BarrettThis is a special to Inez and Foster Honaker: Foster and Inez Honaker have been doing some traveling

lately. Foster celebrated his 81st birthday on April 18th. Judy and Craig Tuggle drove him and Inez to Wytheville where they spent the night with Carol and Larry Ball. On Saturday, Carol, Larry, Gail Akers and Seth Freeman took Foster and Inez to the D-Day War Memorial in Bedford, Va., in honor of Foster’s birthday. On Easter Sunday (the 20th,) Foster and Inez attended Graham’s Forge Methodist Church with Carol and Gail. Later that day a birthday dinner for Foster was celebrated by all the family at Carol and Larry’s. Inez had never seen the ocean, on May 9th Gail and husband Vick took Foster and Inez to Myrtle Beach, S.C., for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. They spent the night before they left with Sue Jackson in Pulaski who went to the beach with them, also. Seems this family has really been on the go with family members. This is a special from Inez and Foster.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 22 Aug 2007 (with photograph): 85th Birthday Celebrated—Foster Lee Honaker celebrated his 85th birthday on Apr. 15, 2007, surrounded by family and friends. The surprise party was held in the fellowship building of the Honaker Church of God. Hosting the party were Foster’s children, his step-children and wife Inez. The theme of the party

was red, white, and blue, since Foster is a veteran of WWII. Foster would like to thank everyone for coming and for all the gifts and well wishes. His actual birthday was April 18th.

He married, first, Dixie Lee Musick. Born 1930. Died 11 Jan 1982. Children:

480. i. Wanda Sue[7]. 480. ii. Mary Carol. 480. iii. Judith Ann.

iv. Kathy Lee. Died 1986. She married Unknown Davis. 480. v. Eva Gail. 480. vi. Terry Allen.

vii. Thomas Daryll. Died in 1973.

He married, second, Hazel Robinette, daughter of William Harvey Robinette and Virgie May Plaster. Born 13 Mar 1929 in Swords Creek, Va. Died 4 Apr 1997 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon. A photo appeared in The Lebanon News 8 Apr 1998.

He married, third, Inez Ruth Compton, daughter of John Compton and Ethel Hale.

481. Garnett Willis[6] Honaker (Calvin[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Jun 1925. Died 7 Aug 1983.He married Helen Dot Sauls. Children:

i. Barbara Ellen[7]. In 2013 she lived in Honaker, Va. She married Steve Fox.933. ii. Garnett Stafford.

iii. Larry Willis. He married Chloe Elizabeth Lester (called Midge), daughter of Roscoe Gaylord Lester and Hazel Harris of Drill, Va. In 2013, Larry and Midge lived in Honaker, Va.

934. iv. Garland Eugene.

484. Alexander R.[6] Patrick (called Alex) (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Nov 1895. Died 5 Oct 1961 in Lebanon, Va. Buried Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 6 Oct 1961: Castlewood [Va.]—Alex Patrick, 65, died Thursday in a Lebanon hospital. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lizzie Patrick; two sons, Otis Patrick, Fred Patrick, Castlewood; three daughters, Mrs. James Hay, Abingdon, Miss Helen Patrick, Kingsport, Tenn., Miss Nora Patrick, Castlewood; five brothers, Ingle Patrick, Lebanon, Arch Patrick, Hansonville, Luther Patrick, Horton Patrick, Nelson Patrick, Castlewood; four sisters, Miss Frances Patrick, Miss Maggie Patrick, Castlewood, Mrs. Eugene [Wolford], Honaker, Mrs. Banner Skeens, Kingsport. Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Mills Chapel with burial in Temple Hill Cem.. The body will be taken to the home of Otis Patrick from Huff-Cook Funeral Home Friday afternoon.

He married Lizzie Victoria Robinson, daughter of Robert Robinson and Peggy Chafin, 23 Dec 1926 in Russell Co., Va. Born 1901 in Russell County. Died 23 Jul 1974 in Lebanon, Va. Buried Temple Hill Memorial Park.

Unknown newspaper and date: Castlewood [Va.]—Mrs. Lizzie Robinson Patrick, 73, died in a Lebanon, Va., hospital Monday night after a short illness. She was a lifelong resident of Russell County and a Baptist. Surviving are her daughters, Mrs. James Hay of Abingdon, Miss Helen Patrick, Kingsport, and Miss Nora Patrick, Castlewood; sons, Fred and Otis Patrick, both of Castlewood; brothers, Carl Robinson, Castlewood, and Limuel Robinson, Portsmouth, Va.; and eight grandchildren. Russell County Funeral Home of Lebanon is in charge.

The funeral home card indicated that services were Thurs., 25 Jul 1974 at 11 a.m. in Russell County Funeral Home, the Revs. Earnest Dale and Tyler B. Tate officiating; pallbearers were J.C. Monk, Lynn Patrick, Roy Patrick, Curtis Patrick, Claude Patrick and E.G. Jessee.

Children:

i. Helen Mae[7]. Born 26 Feb 1928. In 1998 she lived in Castlewood, Va. She never married.484. ii. Fred Lenord. Born 10 May 1930.484. iii. Otis Lemuel. Born 10 Nov 1931.484. iv. Virginia Katherine. Born 25 Apr 1933.

v. Nora Ellen. Born 28 Mar 1936. Died 13 Nov 1987. In 1974 when her mother died she lived in Castlewood. Buried in Temple Hill Memorial Park. She never married. The funeral home card indicated that the service was Sun., 15 Nov 1987 at 2 p.m. in Russell County Funeral Home Chapel, Lebanon, Va., the Rev. Paul Fields officiating; survivors were sisters Miss Helen Patrick and Mrs. James W. “Virginia” Hay, brothers Fred and Otis Patrick, nieces and nephews;

pallbearers were Michael, David and Roy Patrick, Scott Hay, Randall Rynes, Kevin White and Robert [Wolford].

485. Ingle Ronnaville[6] Patrick (also Ronnieville) (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died in Lebanon, Va. Buried Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Lebanon, Va.—Ingle R. Patrick, 79, died in a Lebanon hospital early Tuesday. He was a member of the Maple Grove Community Church and a retired farmer. Survivors include two sons, Roscoe H. Patrick, Lebanon, and Claude Patrick, Bristol, Va.; four daughters, Mrs. Gilbert (Edna) Statzer, Mrs. Maynard (Mary) Helton, both of Lebanon, Mrs. Clarence (Glena) Breeding, Kernersville, N.C., and Mrs. Arvil (Clora) Howington, Cleveland, Va.; three brothers, Horton Patrick, Nelson Patrick, and Luther Patrick, all of Castlewood; three sisters, Mrs. Lucy Wolford, Honaker, Va., Mrs. Nellie Skeens, Kingsport, and Miss Maggie Patrick, Castlewood; 21 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge.

The funeral home card indicated that services were Thurs., 31 Mar 1977 at 2 p.m. in Lebanon Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Lester Sexton, Austin Fields and Bill Snead officiating; pallbearers were grandsons.

He married Martha Ann Hubbard 22 Jan (also 24 Jan) 1917 in Russell Co., Va. Born 14 Mar 1899. Died 10 Apr 1976. Buried Forest Hills Memory Gardens.

The funeral home card indicated that services were Mon., 12 Apr 1976 at 2 p.m. in Lebanon Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Lester Sexton and Austin Fields officiating; surviving were husband Ingle, sons Roscoe H. and Claude Patrick, daughters Mrs. Edna Statzer, Mrs. Glenna Breeding, Mrs. Clora Howington and Mrs. Mary Helton, brothers Clarence, Eli, McKinley and Arthur Hubbard; sisters Mrs. Mary Rose and Mrs. Myrtie Kiser; 21 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren;pallbearers were grandsons.

Children:

585. i. Roscoe Hubert[7]. Born 20 Sep 1919. 585. ii. Ocie Pauline. Born 21 Mar 1920.585. iii. Edna Mae. Born 7 Jun 1923. 585. iv. Claude Ellis. Born 23 Apr 1926.585. v. Glena Melissa. Born 16 Apr 1934. 585. vi. Clora Jean. Born 23 Apr 1937.585. vii. Mary Frances. Born 19 Dec 1940.

486. William Horton[6] Patrick (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Dec 1900. Died 11 Sep 1987. Buried Temple Hill Memorial Park, Castlewood, Va.

The funeral home card indicated that the service was held Sun., 13 Sep 1987 at 2 p.m. at Huff-Cook Castlewood Chapel, the Rev. Otis Smith officiating.

He married Lula Alice Sexton (also reported as Meade), daughter of George Sexton and Cynthia Fields, 6 Dec 1921 in Russell Co., Va. Born 16 Apr 1900. Died 22 May 1991. Buried in Temple Hill Memorial Park.

The funeral home card indicated that services were Sat., 25 May 1991 at 2 p.m. in Buff-Cook Funeral Home Chapel, Castlewood, the Revs. Elmer Miner and Bill Crawford officiating; surviving were four sons, George, Curtis, Lynn and Roy Patrick, daughters Mrs. Mary “June” Monk, Mrs. Daisy Marshall and Mrs. Faye Marshall, 28 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and 17 great great grandchildren; pallbearers were grandsons.

Children:

i. Annie Verle[7]. Born 11 Sep 1922. Died 13 Jan 1923.486. ii. George Robert. Born 1923. 486. iii. Roy Edward. Born 11 Jul 1926 in Russell County. 486. iv. Lynnberg (called Lynn).

v. Faye. Married Unknown Marshall.vi. Daisy. Married Unknown Marshall.

486. vii. Mary Viola (called June).486. viii. Trucilla Imogene. Born 30 May 1934.

ix. Curtis Glenn. Born 1936. Married Elizabeth Kaiser. Born in Germany.

487. Grace B.[6] Patrick (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 12 Sep 1907. Died 1959. Buried Patrick Family Cem., Russell Co., Va.

She married Thomas L. Bostic. Born 1877. Died 1965. Buried Patrick Family Cem.. Children:

i. Carl Henry[7]. Born 1928 in Russell County. Died 11 Sep 2001 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried Patrick Family Cem., Russell County.

487. ii. Dorothy Ellen. Born 1930 in Dog Town, Va. iii. Anna Pearl. Buried Patrick Family Cem..iv. Betty Lou (twin). Married Unknown Austin.v. Peggy Sue (twin). Died at birth. Buried Patrick Family Cem..vi. Beulah Mae. Married Doyle White.vii. Douglas.viii. James. Buried in Patrick Family Cem..ix. Mary Lois. Married Unknown Hughes.x. Naomi Ruth. Married Henry Orsak.

488. Archie Lenord[6] Patrick (called Arch) (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Mar 1911 in Russell Co., Va. Died of a heart attack 9 May 1976 in Russell County. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: Castlewood—Arch Patrick, 65, died Sunday morning at his residence of an apparent heart attack. He was a farmer in the Copper Ridge community of Russell Co., Va. Survivors include four sons, Gyle Patrick and Leonard Patrick, both of Lebanon [Va.], Roy E. Patrick, Bristol, and Richard Patrick, Bristol; three daughters, Mrs. Jeff (Mildred) Davis Jr., and Mrs. Gerald (Pauline) Kiser, both of Cleveland, Va., and Mrs. Harold (Shirley) Stapleton, Nickelsville; four brothers, Ingle Patrick, Lebanon, and Nelson Patrick, Luther Patrick and Horton Patrick, all of Castlewood; three sisters, Miss Maggie Patrick, Castlewood, Mrs. Lucy Wolford, Honaker, and Mrs. Nellie Skeens, Kingsport; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge.

The funeral home card indicated that the service was Tue., 11 May 1976 at 2 p.m. in Lebanon Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Austin Fields and Lester Sexton officiating; pallbearers were nephews.

He married Hazel Virginia Skeens, daughter of Martin Luther Skeens (called Luther) and Cynthia Beatrice Jessee (called Addie), 19 Nov 1930 in Russell County. Born 9 Jun 1909 in Russell County. Died 10 Jun 1963 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 11 Jun 1963: Hansonville, Va.—Mrs. Hazel Virginia Patrick, 54, died Monday at Lebanon General Hospital. She was a member of the Oak Grove Methodist Church. Surviving are her husband, Arch Patrick; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Skeens, Dante, Va.; four sons, Gene Patrick, Bristol, and [Gyle], Richard and Leonard Patrick, all of Hansonville; three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Davis, Cleveland, Va., Mrs. Shirley Stapleton, Nickelsville, Va., and Pauline Patrick, Hansonville; three brothers, James Skeens, Nona, Va., Dennis Skeens, Dante, and Grady Skeens, Altavista, Va.; eight sisters, Mrs. P.R. [Chafin], Lebanon, Mrs. Woodrow Bevins, Hansonville, Mrs. Elmer Adams, Castlewood, Va., Mrs. Wayne Robinson, Marion, Va., Mrs. Willie Dean, Mrs. Oakley Dean and Miss Beulah Skeens and Mrs. Ben Powers, all of Dante. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Probably Bristol Herald Courier, unknown date: Funeral service for Mrs. Hazel Virginia Patrick will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from Oak Grove Methodist Church with the Rev. Stanley Ross and the Rev. Windy Carico officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Memorial Cem.. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. The body will remain at the Lebanon Funeral Home Chapel until an hour before services.

Children:

488. i. Mildred Madge[7]. Born 23 Aug 1931 in Russell County. 488. ii. Roy Eugene (called Gene). Born 31 May 1934 in Russell County.

iii. Gyle Edward. Born 2 Dec 1935 in Russell County. Died of crippling arthritis 24 Nov 1977 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Va. His sister Polly said in 2001 that his name rhymed with mile. None of them knew where the name originated, and never knew anyone else by that name. Everyone, she said, respected and loved him, and he was an inspiration.

Kingsport [Tenn.] Times, 25 Nov 1977: Lebanon, Va.—Gyle E. Patrick, 41, died Wednesday night in Bristol Memorial Hospital after a long illness. A native of Russell Co., Va., he was a resident of the Hansonville Community and a member of the Maple Grove Community Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Denton Farmer Patrick; three brothers, Roy E. Patrick, Bristol, Tenn., Richard and Leonard Patrick, both of Bristol, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. Jeff (Mildred) Davis, Mrs. Gerald (Pauline) Kiser, both of Cleveland, Va., and Mrs. Harold (Shirley) Stapleton, Nickelsville. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge.

Unknown newspaper and date: Funeral services for Gyle E. Patrick will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Lebanon Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Lester Sexton, Bill Snead and

Austin Fields officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Va. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Lebanon Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

He married Denton Jewel (also reported as Jewel Denton) Farmer 28 Feb 1962 in Russell County. Born 25 Jun 1929 in Russell County. Died 6 Jun 1988 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. There were no children. The funeral home card gave her name as Mrs. Denton Patrick; indicated the service was Wed., 8 Jun 1988 at 2 p.m. in Russell County Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Shelton Norris and Bill Snead officiating; surviving sisters were Mrs. Thressia Wolfe, Mrs. Bertha Combs, Ms. Vivian Farmer and Mrs. Marian Simerly, brothers were Herman, Ed and Jimmy Farmer; there were two nieces and three nephews, one great niece and two great nephews; pallbearers were De Simerly, C.J. Wolfe Jr., Max Combs, Leonard, Richard and Gene Patrick.

iv. Shirley Beatrice. Born 11 Jul 1941 in Russell County. She married Robert Harold Stapleton 2 Mar 1963 in Scott Co., Va. Born 23 Apr 1938 in Scott County. Died 6 Mar 1999 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried in Nickelsville Baptist Church Cem., Scott Co., Va. There were no children.

488. v. Richard Martin. Born 11 Nov 1943 in Russell County. 488. vi. Robert Lenord. Born 3 Feb 1948 in Russell County. 488. vii. Pauline Gilmer (called Polly). Born 10 Feb 1950 in Russell Co., Va.

489. Lucy Ellen[6] Patrick (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Jun 1915 in Russell Co., Va. Died 26 Dec 2006 in Tazewell, Va. Buried in Rosie Claypole Cem., Big A Mountain, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 3 Jan 2006: Mrs. Lucy Ellen Wolford, age 91, of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Dec. 26, 2006 in a Tazewell, Va. hospital. Born June 1, 1915 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Robert and Cynthia Honaker Patrick. She was a lifelong resident of Russell County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Wolford, one daughter, Betty Louise Wolford, and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include one daughter, Esther Joan Steffey of Honaker; two sons, Robert Wolford and his wife, Ollie Mae and Burl Wolford all of Honaker; one sister, Nellie Skeens of Kingsport, Tenn.; grandchildren, Kim Hess, Shelia Kidd, Scott Steffey, Johnny Wolford, Eugene Wolford, Karen Banner, Alesha Huffman, Jerry Wolford, Cleve Wolford, Paula Vogle, Gary Adkins, and Dava Howington; great-grandchildren, Todd Hess, Skylar Hess, Heather Horton, Haleigh Horton, Nikki Wolford, Ashley Banner, Brian Banner, Candice Huffman, Matt Huffman, Brook Wolford, Lindsey Wolford, Mary Ann Vogle, Cheyenne Vogle, Justin Wolford, Crystal Wolford, Caroline Wolford, Nicholas Courtney, Hunner Dingess, Autumn Howington; step-great-grandchildren, Bradley Kidd and Jessica Kidd; special friend, Debbie Ferrell; and future grandson-in-law, Bobby Valois also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Pastor Larry Brooks and Rev. Vonley Pruitt officiating. Interment followed in the Rosie Claypole Cem. on Big A Mountain, Va. Pallbearers were Cleve Wolford, Spud Vogle, Brian Banner, Bill Banner, Gary Adkins, Matt Huffman, Justin Wolford, Bobby Valois, and Scott Steffey. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Wolford and Ken Harrison.

She married Eugene Lishner Wolford 23 Dec 1932. Born 1897. Died 18 Feb 1980. Buried Claypole Cem., Rt. 831, Big A Mountain, Honaker, Va. Children:

i. Betty Louise[7]. Born and died 1933. Buried in Claypole Cem..489. ii. Robert John. Born 17 Jan 1936. 489. iii. Esther Joan. Born 9 Mar 1944. 489. iv. Jerry Eugene. Born 18 Feb 1948.

iv. Burl W. Born 27 Jun 1949. Died 20 May 2011 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Claypool Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 22 May 2011: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Burl W. Wolford, age 61, of the Big A Mountain section of Honaker, passed away Fri., May 20, 2011, at a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born June 27, 1949, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Eugene Lishner and Lucy Ellen Patrick Wolford. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a member of the Free Christian Church of Big A Mountain and the Fox Hunters. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jerry Eugene Wolford; one sister, Betty Louise Wolford; and special friend, Debbie Ferrell. Survivors include one sister, Joan Wolford Steffey of Honaker; one brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Ollie Wolford, of Honaker; special friends and caretakers, Steve and Gina Mullins, of Honaker; two special children, Dava Howington and Kimberly Hess, both of Honaker; special grandchildren, Autumn Howington, Hunter Dingess, Nicholas Courtney, Savannah Saine and Lilly Saine; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Claypool Cem. on Big A Mountain with Pastor Larry Brooks officiating. Interment will follow. Those wishing to attend the services are asked to

assemble at the Cem.. Pallbearers will be Johnny Wolford, Todd Andrew Hess, Gary Adkins, Cleve Allen Wolford, Steve Mullins, Rick Saine and Spud Dogle. Honorary pallbearers will be Scottie Steffey, Jerry Wayne Wolford, Eugene Wolford and Skylar Hess. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday where an evening service will be conducted at 7 p.m. with Pastor Larry Brooks officiating. Online condolences may be sent to www.honakerfuneralhome.net

490. Nellie Virginia[6] Patrick (twin) (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jun 1918 in Russell Co., Va. She was living in 1995.

She married Banner Gose Skeen, son of William Skeen and Elizabeth Riner, 14 Apr 1938. Born 9 Sep 1916 in Russell County. Died 16 Dec 1995 in Kingsport, Tenn. Buried Oak Hill Cem., Kingsport.

The funeral home card indicated that the service was held Tue., 19 Dec 1995 at 2 p.m. at Riner’s Tabernacle Baptist Church, probably Kingsport, the Revs. Wayne Gilliam, Dean Sturgill and Ronnie East officiating; survivors were wife Nellie Patrick Skeen, daughters Mrs. Jack (Loretta) Salyer, Mrs. Buford (Edith) Salyer, Mrs. John (Glenna) Coomer and Mrs. Troy (Betty) Baldwin; 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; sisters Nannie Belle Wright, Mary Ruth Smith, Agnes Dishner and Gladys Henard, brothers James, Lloyd, William Slemp, John A. and Edward Byron Skeen; several nieces and nephews.

Children:

490. i. Loretta Virginia[7]. Born 19 Apr 1939. Married Robert [her mother’s obituary said Jack] Salyer.490. ii. Edith Marie. Born 25 Mar 1941. Married Buford Salyer.

iii. Willis Gene. Born 28 Dec 1942. Died 29 Sep 1945. Buried Patrick Family Cem., Russell County.

iv. Betty Lou (twin). Born 6 Jan 1944. Married Troy Baldwin.v. Peggy Sue (twin). Born 6 Jan 1944. Died 2 Feb 1944. Buried Patrick Family Cem..

490. vi. Glenna Kate. Born 10 Aug 1945. Married John Coomer.

491. James Elmer Nelson[6] Patrick (called Jack and Nelson) (twin) (Cynthia[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jun 1918 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Dec 1998. Buried Patrick Family Cem., Russell Co., Va.

The funeral home card indicated that the service was held Sun., 20 Dec 1998 at 8 p.m. at Russell County Funeral Home Chapel, Lebanon, Va., the Rev. Lester Sexton officiating; interment was the following morning at 11 a.m.; survivors were wife, Mrs. Edna Willis Patrick, daughters Mrs. Gaye Hall, Mrs. Ann Chafin and Mrs. Connie Sizemore, sisters Mrs. Nellie Skeen and Mrs. Lucy Wolford, grandchildren Sharon Goss, David Hall, Shannon and Jonathan Chafin; pallbearers were nephews.

He married Edna Lou Willis, daughter of Clarence [also Ed] Willis and Kate Jane Lewis, 28 Mar 1945 in Russell County. Born 20 Mar 1919 in Russell County. Died 18 Mar 2002 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Patrick Family Cem..

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 19 Mar 2002: Castlewood [Va.]—Edna Lou Patrick, 82, died Mon., March 18, 2002, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Born March 20, 1919, a daughter of the late Ed Willis and Kate Jane Lewis Willis, she had lived in Russell County all her life. She was of the Baptist faith and the widow of Jack Nelson Patrick. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. She is survived by three daughters, Louella Gay Hall and husband Harold Thomas Hall, Lebanon, Anna Kate Chafin and husband Edgar “Sonny” Chafin, Bristol, Tenn., Connie Sue Sizemore and husband Jr. Sizemore, Castlewood; one brother, Paul Willis, Bristol, Va.; and four grandchildren, Sharon Hall, Castlewood, David Hall, Lebanon, Shannon Chafin, Bristol, Tenn., and Jonathan Chafin, Bristol, Tenn. Funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tue., March 19, 2002, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Lester Sexton officiating. Burial will be Wed., Mar. 20, 2002, 11 a.m., Patrick Family Cem.. Family and friends going to the Cem. in procession to meet at the funeral home 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. until time of service. Combs Funeral Service is serving the Patrick family.

Children:

491. i. Louella Gaye[7] (called Gaye). Born Apr 1946. 491. ii. Anna Kate (called Ann). Born 6 Jun 1949.

iii. Connie Sue. Born 27 Jul 1955. Married Andrew Sizemore Jr.

492. Ivan Curtis[6] Honaker (James[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 7 Mar 1907 in Russell Co., Va. Died 21 Mar 1995 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

He married Mary Ellen Lockhart, daughter of Thomas Lockhart and Myrtle Cortell. Born 13 Jun 1908 in Drill, Va. Died 16 Nov 1991 in Lebanon. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem.

Unknown newspaper and date: Honaker [Va.]—Mrs. Mary Ellen Honaker, 83, of the Gardner Community of Route 2, died Sat., Nov. 16, 1991 at a Lebanon hospital. She was born in Drill, Va., and had lived in Russell County all of her life. She was a member of the Duty View Primitive Baptist Church in Duty, Va. Survivors include her husband, Ivan C. Honaker; five daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Ionia H.) Wheelock, Abingdon, Mrs. Jessie (Mildred) Miller, Swords Creek, Va., Mrs. H.L. (Betty) White, Lebanon, Mrs. Ronnie (Peggy) Lester, Raleigh, N.C., and Mrs. Lanny (Lynda) Hamm, Honaker; three sons, Ivan Curtis Honaker Jr., Waynesboro, Va., Clyde Harless Honaker, Lebanon, and Glen Allen Honaker, Abingdon; one sister, Mrs. Viola Rhea, Church Hill, Tenn.; one brother, Wallace Lockhart, Honaker; several half-sisters and half-brothers; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Unknown newspaper and date: Honaker—Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Ellen Lockhart Honaker will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home in Honaker with Elder Franklin Viers, Elder Garnell Gilbert, Elder Bobby Arrington and the Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. in Lebanon. Grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at anytime at Honaker Funeral Home.

Children:

i. Ivan Curtis[7], Jr. Born 22 Jun 1928. Died 26 Jun 1993. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem..492. ii. Clyde Harless. Born 25 Dec 1930.492. iii. Iona (also Ionia).492. iv. Betty.492. v. Peggy.492. vi. Mildred Elaine. Born 9 Nov 1935 in Russell Co., Va.

vii. Lynda. Married Unknown Hamm. In 1992 she lived in Honaker, Va.492. viii. Glen Allen. Born 2 Aug 1933.

494. Donald A.[6] Honaker (Thomas H.[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 12 Jan 1980. He served in World War II.

He married Helen Hatfield. Children:

494. i. James David[7]. Born ca. 1948 in Huntington, W.Va.494. ii. Kathy.

496. Benjamin[6] Honaker (Thomas H.[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. He married Nancy Mitchell. Children:

i. Patricia[7].ii. Judson. In 2002 he lived in Fredericksburg, Va.

496. Lowell Reid[6] Honaker (Thomas H.[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 27 Nov 1936 in Honaker (also reported as Fredericksburg) Va. Died 16 Dec 2012. Buried in Mission Retama Cem., San Antonio, Texas. Raised in Fredericksburg, Va. In 2007 he lived in San Antonio, Texas.

Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, 20 Dec 2012: Lowell Reid Honaker, 76, passed into eternal rest on Dec. 16, 2012. Born in Fredericksburg, Va. on Nov. 27, 1936, Lowell remained in his beloved state for many years. After completing his high school years at James Monroe High School, Lowell went on to graduate from the University of Virginia with a B.A. in history. He was an active member of the [University of Virginia] band, serving as its president. Lowell also served as vice president of the Kappa Kappa Psi band fraternity. This culminated in his selection to the 1957 National Intercollegiate Band as a trumpet player. While at [University of Virginia], Lowell participated in [Reserve Officer Training Corps] and was commissioned a second lieutenant. He served in the U.S. Army as an artillery officer in Korea and Fort Hood, [Texas.] He completed his service in the reserves until he was honorably discharged with the rank of captain. In 1962, Lowell married Ann Allison. Their community activities included membership in the Balcones Country Club. He also began his career with State Farm Insurance at this time, and his 40 years with the company as an underwriter, manager and, lastly, as an agent were a testament to his dedication and love for his colleagues and his clients. While with State Farm, Lowell attained his Chartered Property/Casualty Underwriter certification, and served as the Central Texas chapter president. He also attained his Chartered Life Underwriter certification. He was a part-time instructor of insurance at Austin Community College for 12 years. When he was appointed as a State Farm agent, he moved to Fredericksburg, Texas. Lowell was active in the community as a member of the Rotary Club and Toastmasters. While there, he married Micki Grant. They had an adventure-packed, fun-filled 18 years together until her passing in 2007. Lowell will be remembered for his many accomplishments, but mostly for his kindness, generosity, and witty sense of humor. Lowell was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Edith, and his

brothers, Ben, Don and Ewell, his wife, Ann Allison Honaker, and his second wife, Micki Honaker. He is survived by Joan Honaker; his children, John and Susan (Jeff); his step-children Jim, Kim (Lou), Amy (Stephen), and Anne (Calvin); his grandchildren Hannah and Olivia Honaker, Olivia, Mark, Gretchen and Heidi Olsen; Haley and Libby Hibbets; Abigail, Caroline and Ella Grant; and Houston Joy; in addition to numerous nieces and nephews and caring friends, including the Brandywine Bunch. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army. Visitation will be held on Fri., Dec. 21, 2012 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North. Funeral services will be on Sat., Dec. 22, 2012 at 12 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Mission Retama Cem., with Army honors. You may sign the on-line guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section.

He married, first, Mary Ann Allison (called Ann), daughter of Richmond Norrell Allison (called R.N.) and Mary Teresa Hartrick (called Mary T.) in 1962. Lowell and Ann divorced in 1987. Born 29 Oct 1938 at home in Little River, Bell Co., Texas. Died of cancer 14 May 1989 in Austin, Texas. Buried in Wilson Valley Cem., Little River, next to her parents. Her father was the first mayor of Little River. Her mother was a close relative of Mirian Amanda Ferguson, first woman governor of Texas.

Austin [Texas] American Statesman, 16 May 1989: Ann Allison Honaker, 50, of Austin, died Sunday. Services 10 a.m. today, Hope Presbyterian Church. Burial 1:30 p.m. Wilson Valley Cem., Little River. (Cook-Walden, Chapel of the Hills)

Children:

496. i. John Richmond[7]. Born 10 May 1964 in Charlotte, Va. 496. ii. Susan Allison. Born 12 May 1969 in Dallas, Texas.

He married, second, Mary Elizabeth Healy Grant (called Micki), daughter of John Vincent Healy and Rose Unknown, in the fall of 1988. Born 16 Oct 1944 in Butte, Mont. Died 13 Apr 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Buried in Mission Retama Burial Park, San Antonio.

Gazette-Journal, Reno, Nev., 15 Apr 2007; San Antonio [Texas] Express-News, 15 Apr 2007: Mary “Micki” Elizabeth Honaker went to be with the Lord on Apr. 13, 2007. Her family is extremely proud of her overwhelming courage. She was born in Butte, Mont., on Oct. 16, 1944 to Jack and Rose Healy. She graduated from Manogue High School in 1962, before attending Sacred Heart Nursing School. Micki’s career was spent working as a registered nurse. In 1966 she married James Grant. During their 17 year marriage they raised their four children in Idaho, Washington, Arizona and finally Texas. In 1975, they moved to Austin, Texas, where she made many wonderful memories with the “Brandywine Bunch.” In 1988, she married Lowell Honaker. They moved to Fredericksburg, Texas, in 1989 where Micki continued her nursing work as manager of home health care at Fredericksburg Memorial Hospital. After leaving nursing, she worked with her husband, a State Farm [insurance company] agent. Upon both of their retirements, they moved to San Antonio. Micki had a great sense of humor and a fun-loving attitude. Her four children will always cherish the holiday celebrations, well planned birthday parties, and spur of the moment surprises she took such great care in creating. Micki had the same loving, unselfish attitude with her grandchildren. Micki was preceded in death by her father, John Vincent Healy. She is survived by her husband, of 19 years, Lowell Honaker; mother, Rose Healy; sister Deanna and Ed Nelson; son, Jim and Amy Grant; daughters, Kim and Lou Voto, Amy and Stephen Hibbetts, Anne and Calvin Joy; nephew, Paul and Julie Mathews and their children Kevin and Chelsea; niece, Karen and Vernon Scarborough and their children, Jack and Anna; step-children, John Honaker, and Susan and Jeff Olsen. She treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren, Abby, Caroline, and Ella Grant; Haley Hibbetts; Houston Joy; Hannah and Olivia Honaker; and Gretchen and Heidi Olsen. A visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Tue., Apr. 17, 2007 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North with a Prayer Vigil to begin at 7 p.m. at St. Matthews Catholic Church. A church service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wed., Apr. 18, 2007 at St. Matthews Catholic Church, 10703 Wurzbach Road, San Antonio with interment to follow at Mission Retama Burial Park. You may sign the on-line guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section. The family would like to express their thanks for all those who cared for her during her illness. A deep appreciation is extended to Drs. Dice, Alvarez, and Hernandez. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

497. Grady Maze[6] Wells (Mary Jane[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Children:

i. Mary Margaret[7]. Born 1934. Died before 2010. She married Unknown Jackson.v. Jimmy Lawrence. Born 1 Jan 1942. He married Ruth Unknown.viii. Phyllis. Born 1945. She married Charlie Peck.ix. Ronnie Lee. Born 10 Sep 1947 in Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Apr 2010 in Abingdon, Va. Buried in

Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va. He was autistic.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Courier, 18 Apr 2010 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Apr 2010 (with photograph): Ronnie Lee “Sputnick” Wells, age 62, passed away Sat., April 17, 2010 in an Abingdon, Va., hospital. Born Sept. 10, 1947, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Grady [Maze] and Evelyn Compton Wells. A lifelong resident of the area he attended Full Gospel House of Prayer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Joe Wells, Wayne Wells, Wade Wells and Bobby Wells; and one sister, Mary Jackson. Survivors include two brothers, Grady Wells Jr. and Jimmy Lawrence Wells and wife, Ruth both of Honaker; and two sisters, Betty Gaye Wells of Honaker, and Phyllis Peck and husband, Charlie of Grundy, Va.; and special friends, Moe and Hassell Vandyke, Rosa and Carol Peck, Rick Honaker, Betty Dale Honaker, and Becky Breeding all of Honaker and Roger B. Honaker and Roger Dale Honaker both of Tampa, Fla. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Larry Brooks, the Rev. Peerman Lester and the Rev. Harless Hess officiating. Interment will follow in the Ketron Memorial Gardens in Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Tommy Testerman, Roy Barton, James Owens, Gary Ray, Brian Peck and Jimmy Compton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Forest Swan, Angela Harrison, FNP, Dr. Emory Robinette and the fifth floor nurses and staff of Johnston Memorial Hospital. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday where an evening song service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

x. Wade Hampton. Born 9 Sep 1948. Died 7 Jun 1993. He never married.

498. Mazie[6] Wells (Mary Jane[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Children:

vi. Connie Sue. In 1997 she lived in Honaker, Va.

501. Pauline[6] Wells (Mary Jane[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 4 Jun 1923 in Thompson Creek, Honaker, Va. Died 9 Mar 2004 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Mar 2004—Pauline Wells Griffith, age 80, of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Mar. 9, 2004 in a Bristol, Tenn. hospital. Born June 4, 1923 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Jane Honaker Wells. She attended the Honaker Church of God and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Griffith, one daughter, Linda McCray, and one son, Timothy Edward Griffith.Survivors include five sons, Jerry Griffith of Linden, Va., Michael Griffith and Darrell Griffith both of Honaker, Va., James Griffith of Duncan, S.C., and Bobby Griffith of Paducah, Ky.; four daughters, Jo Ann Griffith Stewart of Duncan, S.C., Patsy O’Dell of Bluff City, Tenn., Pamela Griffith and Judy Griffith both of Honaker, Va.; one sister, Odessa Harris of Honaker, Va.; special friend, Moe VanDyke, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Interment followed in the Clark Cem. in Honaker, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She married Ralph Edward Griffith. Children:

i. Jo Anne[7]. Born 18 Feb 1942. She married, first, Unknown Cash. She married, second, Unknown Stewart.

v. Linda Carol. Born 23 Dec 1950. Died before 2004. She married Unknown McCray.x. Timothy Edward. Died before 2004.xi. Jerry.

502. Odessa[6] Wells (Mary Jane[5], Patton[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Born 31 May 1925 in Thompson Creek, Honaker, Va. Died 8 Jan 2013 in Honaker. Buried in Frank Smith Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 16 Jan 2013 and Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 24 Jan 2013: Mrs. Odessa Wells Harris, age 87, of the Flat Rock section of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Jan. 8, 2013 at her home. Born May 31, 1925 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Thomas Jefferson and Mary Jane Honaker Wells. She had lived most of her life in the area and was a Christian. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 11 siblings and one daughter-in-law, Sandra Faye Dale Harris. In her generation, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Beecher Lee Harris of the home; four daughters, Darlene Faye Carstens of Pahrump, Nev., Sylvia Faye Siedl and husband, Fred of New Haven, Conn., Mary Alice Harris of Richlands, and Deborah Gail Harris of Big A Mountain; two sons, Larry Wayne Harris and Beecher Lee Harris, Jr. both of Honaker; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Vonley Pruitt officiating. Interment followed on Big A Mountain. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers.

She married, first, Robert Sykes before 1941. Children:

i. Darlene Faye[7]. Born 19 Dec 1941. She married Unknown Carstens.ii. Sylvia Ann. Born 31 Oct 1943. She married Fred Siedl.

She married, second, Beecher Lee Harris, son of Everett Lee Harris and Mary Elizabeth Deel, before 1949. Born 28 Jul 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 28 May 2016 in Abingdon, Washington Co., Va. Buried in Frank Smith Cemetery, Big A Mountain, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Jun 2016, with photograph: Honaker, Va.—Beecher Lee Harris, Sr., age 91, of the Flatrock section, passed away Sat., May 28, 2016, in an Abingdon, Va., hospital. Born July 28, 1924 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Everett Lee and Mary Elizabeth Deel Harris. A lifelong resident of the area, he was formerly employed by the U.S. Postal Service and had an automobile shop at his home. He had proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force for 23 years, having flown in the Berlin Airlift during [the Cold War period.] In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Odessa Wells Harris; three brothers and one sister. Survivors include four children, Larry Wayne Harris and Beecher Lee Harris, Jr., both of Honaker, Va.; Mary Alice Harris of Richlands, Va., and Deborah Harris of Big A Mountain, Va.; two step-children, Darlene Faye Carstens of Pahrump, Neb., and Sylvia Ann Siedl and husband, Fred of New Haven, Conn.; one brother, James Harris and wife, Yvonne of Springfield, Ohio; 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday with Bro. David Harris officiating. Interment followed in the Frank Smith Cemetery on Big A Mountain, Va. Military graveside honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends served as pallbearers. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

Children:

iii. Larry Wayne. Born 13 Nov 1949.iv. Beecher Lee, Jr. Born 26 Oct 1953.v. Deborah Gail. Born 1 Apr 1956.vi. Mary Alice.

503. Ernest Elmer[6] Honaker (Martin Van Buren[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Jun 1910 in Bluefield, W.Va. Died 22 Feb 1999 in Blairsville, Union Co., Ga. Buried in Union Memory Gardens, Blairsville. He was Methodist, a poultry farm manager and insurance salesman. His son Bill wrote the following profile about him:

Ernest was raised by [his cousin] Charles William[4] and Ida [Sullivan/Southerland] Honaker on land bordering the Clinch River in Russell County, not far from Honaker, Va. His mother died when he was about 3-years-old and the only recollection he had of her is when his dad brought her back from Nevada on the train. At each stop where they had to switch trains, the Masonic fraternal group would help Martin move his family. There were several children and when their mother died, they were sent to live with relatives. Charles William had a moustache. He also believed in hard work and everyone doing their share. Ernest earned 10-cents a week for cutting weeds out of the fields. He also took eggs and farm produce to the store to trade for soda, flour and sugar. In the winter, Charles used these store credits for food. Ernest also had the chore of drawing water from the Clinch River. There was a cable running down the hill from the house to the river, and this was a daily chore. He also used the river as a place to take a bath when he was a boy.

Ernest attended Spruce Pine School near where he lived. The building still stood in 1990, at which time it was a home. Fifty feet away was a sheer dropoff to the Clinch River. When Ernest attended high school for one year, he walked from home to Honaker by following the Lewis Creek railroad track and crossing Clinch River on a swinging bridge. In 1990 it was still in use.

Ernest worked his way through the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, N.C., where he took a B.S. in Chemistry. He did pretty well the first two years but said he nearly starved the last two. His father Martin, a building contractor, built a trailer on an army surplus truck chassis and installed it on university property for Ernest to live. Ernest’s roommate was Leo Erwin, who became a U.S. Tax Court judge.

He married Selma Vee Hayes, daughter of John Thomas Hays and Martha Jane McDaniel, 3 May 1940. Born 23 Mar 1917 in Millsboro, N.C. Died 27 Jan 1998 in Blairsville. Children:

503. i. Tommy Martin[7]. Born 19 Dec 1941 in Asheboro, N.C.503. ii. Charles William (called Bill). Born 17 May 1943 in Asheboro.

iii. Martha Anne. Born 18 Dec 1946 in Asheville, N.C. In 2004 she was an Episcopal priest.

504. Blanche Minty[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Jan 1905near Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 20 Jul 1986.

She married John Leonard Gilbert (called Leonard), son of William Gilbert and Emline Holland. Born 7 Jan 1900. Died 11 Jun 1986. Children (all were born in and around Lebanon, Russell County):

i. Claude William[7]. Born 28 Aug 1920. Died 17 Nov 1983. He married, first, Flora Hess. He married, second, Mary Brown.

935. ii. Ina Hazel. Born 10 Nov 1922. She married Unknown Tignor.iii. John L., Jr. Born 19 Feb 1925. He married Ollie Harrison.iv. Doris Marie. Born 3 Apr 1927. She married Mack Dye. In 2001 she lived in Pasadena, Md.v. Ralph Henry. Born 10 Nov 1929.vi. Ruby Louise. Born 3 Jun 1932. She married Dan Cramer.

504. vii. Georgia Elizabeth (called Georgie, named for her Grandfather George). Born 4 Apr 1934. viii. Mary Ethel. Born 30 Apr 1937. She married Richard Cline.ix. Harry Graham. Born 8 Apr 1938. Died 1 Jun 1938.x. Frances Anne. Born 26 Sep 1940. She married Charlie McPherson.xi. Fred Allen. Born 5 Oct 1942. In 2006 he lived in Moreno Valley, Calif. He married, first, Paula

Morrow. He married, second, Wendy Unknown.xii. Johnny Douglas. Born 3 Nov 1944. He married Vickie Knudsen.

505. Claude Robert[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born near Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died of prostate cancer. He was ordained a deacon of the New Garden Regular Primitive Baptist Church, Honaker, Va., 10 Jun 1978.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 22 Aug 1991: Claude Robert Honaker, 84, of Harman, died Monday in Buchanan General Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born in Russell County, he was the son of the late George W. and Ella Ray Honaker. He had been a resident of Buchanan County for 44 years, was a member and deacon of the New Garden Primitive Baptist Church, Honaker, was a retired coal miner of 55 years, having worked for Harman Mining Corporation and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and a member of Local Union 7025. Survivors: wife, Blanche Cox Honaker; daughter, Mrs. Stewart (Helen) Elswick of Harman; sons, Harold Honaker and Douglas A. Honaker, both of Roanoke; sister, Mrs. Maryzelle E. Eblen of Lexington, Ky.; brother, Frank Honaker of Oak Ridge, Tenn.; seven grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted today (Thursday) at 1 p.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel with Elders Curtis Owens, Willard Owens, Don Matney and Junior Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Valley Memorial Park at Big Rock. Members of Local Union 7025 will serve as active pallbearers and will conduct graveside rites at the Cem.. Honorary pallbearers: Dr. M.J. Thakkar, Lonzo Davis, Frank Landreth, Hagan Delph, Elbert Elswick and the Rev. Lawrence Gresham.

He married Lona Blanche Cox. Funeral services were held at Grundy Funeral Home Chapel, 1 p.m., Mar. 10, 1995, with Elders Landon Colley, Don Matney, Curtis Owens, Willard Owens, and Ezra Davis, Jr., officiating. Active pallbearers were grandsons and friends. Honorary pallbearers were Frank Landreth, Lonzo Davis, Roland Lester, Sr., Elbert Elswick, Bill Elswick, Dr. M.J. Thakkar, and Dr. Dwight Bailey.

506. Maryzelle[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). The given name was reported by others as Mary Zell and Mary Zella, but she said the name was Maryzelle, with no middle name. Born 3 Jul 1913 near Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died 27 Jan 2005 in Lexington, Ky. Buried in Macedonia Church Cem., Oak Ridge, Tenn.

Lexington [Ky.] Herald-Leader, 28 Jan 2005: Mary Zell Honaker, 91, widow of Hugh Eblen, died Thurs., Jan. 27, 2005 at Central Baptist Hospital. Born in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late George and Ella May Honaker. She was a homemaker and a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. Survivors are two sons, Hugh Michael Eblen and [Frederick] Patten Eblen; and a brother, Frank Honaker. She was preceded in death by a son, W.E. Honaker. Funeral services will be 7 p.m. today (Fri.) at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Main St. Burial will be in Macedonia Church Cem. in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm today. Contributions are suggested to Immanuel Baptist Church, 3100 Tates Creek Rd., Lexington, KY 40502. Guestbook at Legacy.com.

She had one child with Wilmer E. Wren, of Richlands, Va.:

506. i. Walton Eddy[7] [Honaker] (called Eddy; the family called him Popeye or Pop). Born 2 Dec 1936.

She married Hugh Frederick Eblen, son of Fred Eblen and Myra Alford, 24 Sep 1942 in Honaker, Va. Born 16 Aug 1916. The Eblens were from Roane Co., Tenn., and are buried in Macedonia Church Cem. there. Children:

506. ii. Hugh Michael (called Mike). Born 20 Aug 1953.506. iii. Frederick Patten (called Pat). Born 5 Feb 1955.

507. Elbert Douglas[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Feb 1916 in Ball Town, River Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

508. Frank William[6] Honaker (George Washington[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 25 Oct 1922 in Honaker, Va. He completed half of his freshman year at Honaker [Va.] High School in Dec 1939 and worked in the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) from Jan 1940 to May 1942. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy 5 Apr 1943 at Lebanon, Va., attended boot camp and electrical school at the U.S. Naval Training Center, Bainbridge, Md., and served aboard the new (Landing Ship, Tank) LST-497 from Dec 1943 until 16 Nov 1945 when he was discharged at Norfolk, Va. Frank was a crew member of LST-497 as it made 65 round trips on D-Day, 6 Jun 1944, from England to Omaha Beach, Normandy, France, with cargoes of troops, tanks and artillery. A photograph of LST-497 loading troops, with other pictures of Frank and his family, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2016, in a piece by his cousin Lois Marie (Honaker) Day, Honaker Clan Lives On, Frank’s biography and recollections, below. Frank was an electrical inspector for the City of Oak Ridge, Tenn., 1960 through December 1987 when he retired. In 2016 he lived in Oak Ridge. He said that he had no hobbies, but his interests included people-watching at Walmart, and calling relatives and old friends, including CCC men and widows and shipmates and widows.

Honaker Clan Lives On

My name is Frank W. Honaker. I was born Oct. 25, 1922 in a small town in Southwestern Virginia, named Honaker. They say the town was named after Harvey Honaker, grandson of Martin Honaker. Later I will tell you the story as it was told to me, “How Honaker Got Its Name.” My parents were George Washington Honaker, born Apr. 4, 1884, died July 11, 1934 in Russell Co., Va. Mother was Ella Mae Ray, born May 3, 1887, died May 8, 1956 in Russell County. They were both buried in a family cemetery west of tunnel in Honaker. They were married March 2, 1904. They had ten children, me being the eighth. All the children was born at home with the help of a midwife: Blanche Minty, born Jan. 29, 1905, died July 26, 1986; Claude Robert, born Nov. 25, 1906, died Aug. 19, 1991; Elizabeth Belle, born May 25, 1908, died May 3, 1991; John Taylor, born March 16, 1910, died May 29, 1932; Mary Zell, born July 3, 1913, died Jan. 27, 2005; Elbert Douglas, born Feb. 22, 1916, died Sept. 29, 1983; Alice Florence, born Oct. 14, 1918, died June 6, 1924; Frank William, born Oct. 25, 1922; Harry George, born Feb. 10, 1926, died Oct. 7, 1980; Donald Reginald, born May 14, 1929, died Dec. 2, 1929.

Now for a little background on my grandparents. On my father’s side of the family, my grandfather, Robert Honaker, Sr., was born May 10, 1855, died Feb. 12, 1930. He preached the Gospel and visited the sick and dying each and every day. He married my grandmother, Mary Ann Miller, Nov. 2, 1875. She was born April 20, 1856, died July 25, 1908 at age 52. No one seems to know the cause of death. She was the daughter of Valentine C. Miller and Celina Temperance Hale. After her death grandfather married Fannie Cook, who accompanied him in all his visits.

On my mother’s side of the family, my grandparents was John Henry Ray and Jacqueline Caroline Pinion. There is an article in Russell County Heritage Book Vol. II about the family of John Henry. He was called “River Jack” because of his love of fishing and drinking his moonshine on the river bank. He married my grandmother, Caroline Pinion, Apr. 4, 1871. They had eight children including my mother. Caroline died in 1931.

Now, how Honaker got its name. Hans Jacob had a son named Martin, Sr., and his son Nicholas settled on Lewis Creek and had a small grinding mill there. In front of the mill was his small store and in winter time his friends and neighbors would gather there in front of the pot bellied stove, chew their tobacco and tell tall tales. Nicholas had turned the store and mill over to his son, Harvey. One cold winter day the men had gathered as usual to talk and gossip when one man said, “I am getting tired of going to Lebanon (which was the town close by) to get our mail. We should have a place close by for that.” Another spoke up and said, “That is an excellent idea. Where could we have it?” Harvey says, “Why not here at my store?” They all agreed, but someone spoke up and said, “What should we call it?” The reply was, “Why not Honaker?” And so it was. The beginning of a small town. First a post office, then a train depot and lots of businesses to follow.

Everyone sometime should have on their bucket list to visit Honaker, Va. Try to make it late April or early May when the Redbud trees are in full bloom. These beautiful trees grow everywhere and are in full bloom at that time of the year. A.P. Baldwin, a really admired gentleman in Honaker, enjoyed these trees so much that he had his son Jim submit them to the county council that they have a day or week set aside for the Redbud Festival. Approval was made and each year this happens now. The town became the “Redbud Capital of the World.” One might compare it to the cherry blossoms of Washington, D.C., but I think these trees are much prettier.

If you do get a chance to stop by, someone is bound to tell you a tall tale and you might even get asked, “How many hound dogs do you have?” With the men, dogs and hunting was their basic pastime. They hunted all kind of wildlife. Sometimes one might run into a skunk and he would let them know right away that he did not like them. The spray would go all over the man and thank goodness, if it was one of our boys, mom had canned lots of tomatoes. That was the only thing that would take the smell away and that usually took a few days.

Occasionally I go back to my hometown and that is when the memories begin to flow, and I am going to share some of them with you.

I was born and raised in a two-story house with three bedrooms located at the back side of the railroad tunnel. The house burned down in 1933 when I was eleven years old.

Most of the men had a small business in town, farmed, or worked in coal mines. My dad had a small farm. At that time men ruled the household and took care of disciplining the children. Mother took care of everything else. She cooked all the meals, kept the house clean, washed, ironed, raised a garden, canned anything that she could get in Ball Mason Jars, which supplied all our food.

As each child got old enough, they had their own chores. Each day all the animals had to be fed, cows had to be milked, and water had to be carried in for momma’s daily jobs. Every day was a busy day except Sunday, and that was God’s day. Everyone went to church, and the only work done by anyone was momma cooking meals which she did three times a day—breakfast, dinner and supper as it was called then. Dad was so busy during the week hat he was not very much help with caring for the household.

We never had any type of pets. Dad said that was just foolishness, that we could not afford to feed any extra mouths. There was an old dog that laid on our porch. I will call him “Old Pete.” He never did anything but eat food and sleep. I tell you that dog could not even play fetch. One day the dog catcher came by and of course we did not have tags on the dog, so he took him out in the back yard and shot him. Speak of cruelty to animals.

Monday was school day during the nine months that we went to school. Mom made sure we had clean clothes, either hand-me-downs or clothes that she made. Boys wore bibbed overalls and long sleeve shirts. Girls wore pretty little dresses made from patterned feed sacks. Dad made sure the boys’ hair was cut to just above the ears. Girls could wear long hair and most of them wore pony tails. Lunches were packed in 4-lb. lard buckets. Sometimes they were homemade corn bread crumbled in milk and sometimes homemade biscuits with either jam, jelly or apple butter which was also homemade. Doesn’t that sound good? Biscuits with jam or jelly makes my mouth water. I think I will stop and eat now. Store-bought food of course.

Monday was also wash day for momma. We boys would make sure we had carried enough water in for her day. Water was heated on wood stoves. We did not have electricity until 1935. The old washboard was pulled out and momma scrubbed the clothes on it. Whites were put in a tub on the stove with a cake of lye soap and boiled until they were snow white. All clothes were hung on a line in the back yard to dry. When dry, momma ironed all of them—underclothes, socks, even sheets and pillow cases.

I attended school in Honaker and dropped out in ninth grade. I entered Civilian Conservation Camp, which was for underprivileged boys, usually the age of 18. We got paid $30 a month. $25 was sent home to our parents. I had a cousin that was in the camp with me, my Uncle Silas’s son Robert Howard and we dated sisters. He dated Jeanne Hood and later married her. I dated her sister Lucille, but we were really just good friends.

I spent three years in the Navy, 1943, 1944 and 1945. I was an electrician on LST 497. I had the privilege of going in on D-Day, June 6, 1944. A photograph

In 1946 at the age of 24, I married Marion Hedgecock. We had one son, John, born March 1948. We later divorced. My second wife was Mable Sisk, better known as Martie. She had kidney failure and died in October of 2008. My son John travels a lot, but he has a house in Florida for the winter and a house in Oak Ridge, Tenn., for the summer.

Honaker, like any small town, had a lady of the night. Everyone knew who she spent the night with on Saturday night, but it was always her fault, never his, and God bless that poor lady. She was the subject of the sermon from the pastor on Sunday morning. No names were mentioned, but everyone knew who he was talking about.

There was never much entertainment in town. Once a year the carnival came in and everyone enjoyed that.There was one movie theatre. It was upstairs over the bank. A matinee showed on Saturday afternoon, always a western. Everyone remembers Roy Rogers and Dale Evans if for no other reason than the movies. Sometimes on Saturday night the adults would have a square dance at someone’s house. They had relatives that played all the musical instruments needed to square dance. These usually lasted all night. A lot of people missed church that Sunday.

The town had one doctor, Dr. Whited. He had an office but usually made house calls. Sometimes he would attend church on Sunday and he would always tell the pastor, “A mighty good sermon you preached today.”

We were never told anything about the birds and bees, and sometimes when a girl got pregnant out of wedlock, she was either made to marry right away or was sent out of state to a relative’s house until after the child was born. Then the parents would say they had the child and no one ever knew the girl had the child.

Life has been good to me. The 25th of October of this year I will be 93 years old. I still drive my car. I attend most of the Honaker reunions and in fact I am going to a pig roast at my nephew Ronnie Gilbert’s house up near Lebanon. Did any of you ever go to a pig roast? Well, here is what it’s like. Nothing like the pig roasts in Hawaii. This sounds kinda gruesome, but that is how it is. The pig is shot between the eyes, exactly the spot between the eyes, in order to

die quickly and not suffer. It then has its throat cut so it will bleed outside and blood cannot return inside to damage the meat. It is then dipped in a barrel of scalding water to remove the hair from the body, then hung on a scraffle to be dressed. No, not a suit or pretty dress, but cleaned from the inside out. It is then hung on a spit over an open fire, high above the fire in order not to burn the skin. The spit is hand turned ever so often to roast the pig. Some people may use a little motor to turn the spit. When it is entirely roasted it is removed and served with any vegetables the ladies cook. Really good eating. This is the same way they dress the larger hogs for the pork we eat throughout the year. The only difference is the larger hogs get cut into different cuts of meat, such as pork roast, rump roast, shoulders, etc.

He married, first, Marion Henrietta Hedgecock, daughter of Ernest Hedgecock and Nettie Bales 15 Dec 1946 in Rossville, Ga. Born 5 Jul 1928 in Kingston, Roane Co., Tenn. Died 18 Mar 1994 in Billings, Yellowstone Co., Mont. They divorced 1961 in Clinton, Anderson Co., Tenn. Children:

508. i. Johnny William[7]. Born 23 Mar 1948 in Bristol, Va.

He married, second, Mabelle Marcella McMahan (called Marty), daughter of Bernie McMahan and Ava Stipes, 30 Jun 1962 in Oak Ridge, Tenn. Born 15 Apr 1928 in Cosby, Tenn. She was previously married to Unknown Sisk. Died 10 Oct 2008 in Oak Ridge. Buried in Oak Ridge [Tenn.] Memorial Park.

Knoxville [Tenn.] News Sentinel, 12 Oct 2008 (with photograph): Marty M. Honaker, 80, of Oak Ridge, passed away Fri., Oct. 10, 2008. She was born Apr. 15, 1928 in Cosby, Tenn. She was preceded in death by parents, Bernie and Ava Stipes McMahan of Cosby and by an older sister, Mary Lawson of Knoxville. Mrs. Honaker is survived by husband, Frank Honaker; son, Chip Sisk of Oak Ridge; grandson, Stanley Sisk and wife Kellie of Knoxville; granddaughter, Samantha Sisk of Knoxville; stepson, John Honaker and step-grandson, Jonathan Honaker, both of Venice, Fla.; step granddaughter, Lyndsay Honaker and step-grandson, Taylor Honaker, both of Billings, Mont.; sisters, Loraine Adcock and Ella Finklea, both of Los Angeles, Calif.; brothers, Howard McMahan and wife Virginia of Knoxville, Jay McMahan and wife Rose, John McMahan and wife Mary, all of Greenville, Texas and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Honaker retired in 1993 as a laboratory analyst after 40 years with Union Carbide Corp. and Martin Marietta Energy Systems. By request, there will be a private burial in Oak Ridge Memorial Park. The family requests memorials be made to the Boys Club of Oak Ridge. Weatherford Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. An on-line guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.

509. Grace E.[6] Honaker (called Gracie) (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Feb 1910 in Honaker, Va., or River Mountain Section of Lebanon, Va. Died in Lebanon, of kidney infection after her fourth child was born. He died a short time later. She was buried in a family Cem. in the River Mountain Section of Lebanon.

She married Taze[6] Honaker, son of William and Rachel (Ray) Honaker (Martin[1]. Their children continue under his listing.

510. Pearl Elizabeth[6] Honaker (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 15 Jan 1912 in Lebanon, Va. Died 6 Jul 2004 in Lucasville, Scioto Co., Ohio. Buried in Sunset Gardens, Wheelersburg, Ohio.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Jul 2004 and Richlands [Va.] News Press/Clinch Valley News, unknown date—Pearl Elizabeth Honaker Myer, 92, of Lucasville, Ohio passed away Tue., July 6, 2004 at Heartland of Portsmouth. Pearl was born Jan. 15, 1912 in Lebanon, Va., to the late Silas Burke Honaker and Visa Mae Miller Honaker Hess. She was a homemaker and a member of the Sedan Baptist Church. For many years Pearl had been a leader in the 4-H club, a member of the Northwest Extension Homemakers Club. Besides her parents, her husband, Henry Franklin Myer, to whom she was wed Aug. 29, 1930, preceded Pearl in death. She was also preceded in death by a son, Johnny Raymond Myer; one granddaughter, Rachael Oien; one great-grandson, Daniel Shane Rachford; five sisters, Bess, Charmi, Mae, Grace, and Mary Sue; six brothers, Fullen, Burke, Sam, Robert, Silas, and Louis; two sons-in-law, Oakie Culp and Billy Richard Suthers; and one daughter-in-law, Shizuko Myer. She is survived by her children: son, William Donald (Jessie) Myer; daughters, Norma Jean Myer, Patricia Culp, Dorothy Suthers, Mildred (Leroy) Dailey and family friend Paul Lute. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren: Florence Odenweller, David Myer, Joyce Fence, Debbie DelBalcon, Connie Signoretti, Robert Holt, Tim Holt, Teresa Citrin, Rebecca Adkins, Barbara Koch, Jeannette Rachford, Bruce Culp, Roy Culp, Bea Shope, Sandra Oliver, Steven Suthers, Susan Douglas, Sheryl George, Carol Dailey, David Dailey, and Dwight Dailey; 38 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Her sister Lois Day of Baltimore, Md.; brother Lloyd Hess of Florida; and many, many friends also survive. Funeral services were Sat., July 10, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the McKinley Funeral Home in Lucasville, Ohio, with Rev. Charles Wiltshire officiating. Burial followed in Sunset Gardens in Wheelersburg, Ohio.

She married Henry Franklin Myer (called Frank), son of William Evert Myer and Florence Edith Ashley, 29 Aug 1930 in Lebanon, Va. Born 23 May 1911 in Black Betsy, Putnam Co., W.Va. Died 14 Apr 1991 in Portsmouth, Ohio. Buried

in Sunset Gardens, Wheelersburg, Ohio. Although the obituary gives Floral Hills Memory Gardens as the Cem., the name was later changed to Sunset Gardens.

Portsmouth [Ohio] Times: Henry Franklin Myer, 79, of Sedan-Crabtree Road, Lucasville Route 1, died Sun., Apr. 14, 1991 at Southern Ohio Medical Center, Scioto Campus. Born May 23, 1911 in Black Betsy, W.Va., he was a son of the late [William] Evert and Florence Edith Ashley Myer. He retired as an Empire Detroit Steel Corp., electrician after 33 years of service. He was a retired farmer and a Morgan Twp. Forest Fire Warden from 1940 to 1985, and a Justice of the Peace in Morgan Twp. from 1954 to 1958. Survivors include his wife, Pearl Elizabeth Honaker Myer whom he married on Aug. 29, 1930 in Lebanon, Va.; a son, William D. Myer of Mt. [Orab], Ohio; four daughters, Norma J. Musick of Stanton, Calif.; Patricia L. Culp of Lucasville Rt. 1; Mildred P. Dailey of Gallipolis; Dorothy E. Suthers of Columbus; a brother, Clarence Myer of Cedar Bluff, Va.; a sister, Edna King of Dunbar, W.Va.; 21 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Jonny Raymond Myer. Services will be today (Wed., Apr. 17), 1 p.m. at the McKinley Funeral Home in Lucasville with Rev. Robert [Davis] officiating, and burial in Floral Hills Memory Gardens. The family’s favorite charity is the Scioto Co. Chapter of the American Cancer Society.

Children:

940. i. William Donald[7]. Born 20 Apr 1931 in Lebanon, Va.941. ii. Norma Jean. Born 9 Oct 1932 in Richlands, Va.942. iii. Patricia Louise. Born 23 Dec 1933 in Lucasville, Scioto Co., Ohio.943. iv. Dorothy Elizabeth. Born 5 Sep 1935 in Lucasville.

v. John Raymond. Born 15 Sep 1936 in Lucasville. Died 27 Mar 1938 in Lucasville. Buried in Crabtree Cem., Sedan Crabtree Road, Lucasville.

944. vi. Mildred Pauline. Born 19 Jan 1941 in Lucasville.

511. Burke McCoy[6] Honaker (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jan 1914 in Russell Co., Va. Died of cardiac arrest 15 Jun 1973 in Annapolis, Md. Buried in Glen Haven Cem., Glen Burnie, Md. He was a long distance truck driver who spent much of his time away from his family.

Unknown newspaper: On June 15, 1973, Burke M. Honaker, of 200 First Avenue, Marely Park, devoted father of Patsy Ruth Honaker, Mary Anne Gilbert, Freda Zemke, Wanda Sue Hess, Karen Marie Waring, Bobby Lee, James Burke, Charles Daniel and Gary Mitchell Honaker, stepfather of Faye Baker, Freddie, Lee and Jimmy Freitas, brother of Pearl Myers, Betty Crawford, Mae Stovall, Lois Rettinger, Silas and Robert Honaker and Lloyd Hess. Also survived by 42 grandchldren and two great-grandchildren. Services at the Singleton Funeral Home, 1 Second Avenue S.W. (at Crain Highway), on Monday at 11 a.m. Interment in Glen Haven Memorial Park Cem.. The family will receive visitors from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.

He married, first, Mary Ann[6] Hess, daughter of Leonard David Hess and Nettie[6] Honaker (Martin[1]) of the River Mountain section of Russell Co., Va. Born 1 Nov 1916 in Russell County. Died 17 Aug 1994 in Belleville, Mich. They divorced. After that divorce, she had several children with Manual Freitas. They are listed in her own paragraph since she is a Honaker descendant. Children (of Burke and Mary Ann):

511. i. Patsy Ruth[7]. Born 12 Feb 1934 in Russell Co., Va. 945. ii. Bobby Lee. Born 29 Jul 1935 in Russell County946. iii. Mary Ann.

He married, second, Lucille NMN Miller, daughter of Earl Miller and Alice Roosevelt Miller (sister of Burke’s mother Visa), 9 Nov 1942 in Greenup, Ky. They divorced 1962 in Baltimore, Md. Born 5 Jul 1926 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va. She married, second, August Charles George von Schmidt Myers, 15 Dec 1962, a Maryland state politician who was willing to stepfather her six children. Born 24 May 1908 in Baltimore, Md. Died 25 Sep 1976. Children (of Burke and Lucille):

511. iv. Freda Juanita. Born 2 Oct 1944 in Drill, Russell Co., Va. 218.vii.i. v. Wanda Sue. Born 22 Jul 1946 in Richlands, Va. She married Silas Robert[7] Hess (Martin[1]).

Their children continue under his listing. She also married Ricky Schoo. They divorced.511. vi. James Burke (called Jay). Born 29 Dec 1947 in Richlands, Va. 511. vii. Charles Daniel (called Danny). Born 10 Feb 1949 in Lebanon, Va.511. viii. Karen Marie. Born 27 Mar 1952 in Lebanon, Va. 511. ix. Gary Mitchell. Born 5 Feb 1954 in Baltimore, Md.

512. Charmie Mae[6] Honaker (called Mae) (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Mar 1916. Died 29 Jun 1980. Buried in Glen Haven Cem., Glen Burnie, Anne Arundel Co., Md.

She married, first, John Corbin Monk (called Corbin) in the 1920-30 time frame. They divorced. Children:

i. James Phillip[7] (called Jimmy) [Stovall]. Born 7 Mar 1935 in the Corner section, six miles from Lebanon, Russell Co., Va. Died May 2004 in Havre DeGrace, Harford Co., Md. Services were at First Baptist Church, Perryville, Cecil Co., Md., Pastor John M.R. Gauger officiating. The remains were cremated. He was a disabled veteran of the U.S. Army and was occasionally hospitalized at a Veterans Administration hospital near Havre DeGrace. He never married.

512. ii. Lewis Michael [Stovall]. Born 15 Oct 1938 in Lebanon.512. iii. Roger Wendall [Stovall]. Born 28 Nov 1940 in Lebanon.

She married, second, Edward Stovall. He was from Texas and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He adopted Mae’s three sons. Children (of Mae and Ed):

512. iv. Lana.

513. Carl Samuel[6] Honaker (called Sam) (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Aug 1919 in Lebanon, Va. Died 10 Jan 1972 in Harrisonburg, Va. Buried in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Harrisonburg.

He married Annie Opal[7] Shepard (called Opal), (Martin[1]), daughter of John Earl Shepard and Mollie Zell Hess, 29 Oct 1942. Opal was a granddaughter of Silas Burke’s sister Sarah Sally. Born 8 Nov 1927. Died 12 Jul 2003 in Fishersville, Va. Buried in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Harrisonburg.

News Leader, Staunton, Va., unknown date: Fishersville—Annie Opal (Shepard) Honaker Monroe, 75, of 7 Briarwood Circle, died Sat., July 12, 2003 in the Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on Nov. 8, 1927 in Russell County, a daughter of the late John Earl and Molly Zell Shepard. Mrs. Monroe was a homemaker and a member of the Fishersville Baptist Church. Mrs. Monroe was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl Samuel Honaker in 1972 and her second husband, Charles Leonard Monroe in 1996; a daughter, Joyce Glass in 2001; two brothers and two sisters. Surviving family members include a son and daughter-in-law, Johnny and Ok Honaker of Annandale; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Jeanne Furr of Staunton, Brenda Rea and husband, Tommy of Greensboro, N.C. and Bonnie Bartee and husband Clyde of Ranson, W.Va.; a brother and sister-in-law, Homer and Pat Shepard of Harrisonburg, four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Tressie Yates and Gay Jackson, both of Lebanon, Dorothy Ray and husband Carlos of Bel Air, Md. and Loretta Merriman and husband Frank of Rustburg; stepmother Fannie Shepard of Lebanon; two grandchildren, Lynn Morell and husband Ken of Staunton and Tim Rea and wife Angela of Greensboro, N.C., and three great-grandchildren, Sam and Carlyn Morell and Haley Rea. A fuenral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wed., July 16, 2003 in the Fishersville Baptist Church by the Rev. John Hamric. Burial will follow in East Lawn Cem. in Harrisonburg. An interpreter for the deaf will be provided. The family will receive friends 7 till 8:30 Tuesday evening in the Henry Funeral Home or the residence at other times. Active pallbearers will be Jim Jackson, Steve Shepard, J.C. Shepard, Paul Bradley, Vaughn Thomas, James Taylor Jr., Alvin Yates and Bobby Honaker.

Children (of Sam and Opal):

i. Johnny David[7]. Born 9 Sep 1943 in Lebanon, Va. Died 15 Nov 2012 in Northern Virginia. Interred in Arlington [Va.] National Cem..

Demaine Funeral Home, Springfield, Va., 18 Nov 2012: Johnny David Honaker, 69, of Annandale, Va., passed away Thurs., Nov. 15, 2012 at Virginia Hospital Center. Beloved husband of Ok R. Honaker; devoted brother of Jeanne Furr, Brenda Rea and Bonnie Bartee. He is also survived by a niece, a nephew, two great-nephews and three great-nieces. Visitation will be held Sun., Nov. 18th at the Demaine Funeral Home, 5308 Backlick Road, Springfield, Va. from 12 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Interment Arlington National Cem. at a later date.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2012: Testimonial—Johnny David Honaker, Exceptional Member, Dies—The most exceptional supporting member of the Honaker Family Association, Johnny David[7] Honaker, 69, of Annandale, Va., died Nov. 15, 2012 in Northern Virginia. Born Sept. 9, 1943 in Lebanon, Va., he was the son of Carl Samuel and Annie Opal (Shepard) Honaker, and called Honaker, Va., his home town. Graduating from Montevideo High School, Penn Laird, Va., in 1962, he was drafted into and found a profession in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 2008, 41 years of service. He was on active duty for 22 years, then became an Army civilian for 19 years. His active-duty career was as a medical supply specialist and later NCO in

Charge of medical supply and logistics. As an Army civilian, he was a supply specialist and then property book officer for Cameron Station, then Ft. Myer, then Arlington National Cem. and the Military District of Washington, all in northern Virginia. Among his interests were the Washington Redskins football team, his hometown, and the Honaker surname. He was an endless source of Honaker family birth, death and story material that he found on the internet and reported to the Honaker Family Association for inclusion in its database and publications. His name was credited as a source for hundreds of obituaries and stories, such as the many examples in this newsletter. A tireless proponent of the Honaker Family Association, he donated hundreds of dollars to its annual budgets, paid for dozens of memberships for his family, and scouted up many who became members on their own. He was, in short, a one-man booster club. The association owes many of its members to his sustained, effective and ever-enthusiastic efforts. Preceded in death by his parents and sister Joyce O’Dear Glass, he is survived by his wife of 31 years Ok Nan Yi Honaker (called Lee) of the home; sisters Jeanne Rebecca Furr, Brenda Gay Rea, Bonnie Anita Bartee; Aunt Lois Day, Cousin Connie Frank, and other family. Services were in Demaine Funeral Home, Springfield, Va. Interment is scheduled for Arlington National Cem.. 

He married Ok Nan Yi (called Lee) 17 Oct 1980 in Seoul, Korea. Born 23 Sep 1940 in Seoul. [Due to translation error, Ok Nan’s English language documents give her name incorrectly as Ok Ran Yi.] There were no children.

Johnny graduated from Montevideo High School, Penn Laird, Va., in 1962. He retired as an Army civilian at Ft. Myer, Va., 31 May 2008, after 41 years of combined service, 22 years active duty and 19 years as a civilian. His retirement luncheon program contained his profile of service, which extended from 4 Jun 1965 to 31 May 2008:

I was drafted into the Army in Jun 1965. I took my basic training at Ft. Gordon, Ga. I moved on to Ft. Sam Houston, Texas for advanced individual training as a medical corpsman. My first duty assignment was at the 5th General Hospital in Stuttgart, Germany. I worked in medical supply for just six months when I received orders for Vietnam. I returned to Ft. Eustis, Va. for stevedore training in the 233rd Transportation Co. One of the men assigned to the company knew his congressman, who got about 20 people reassigned within the United States. I was reassigned to Kimbrough Army Hospital where I stayed until I went to Vietnam in March 1968. I was assigned to the 520th Medical Co. (Ambulance) where I was attached to the 27th Surgical Hospital as a medical supply clerk.

After a year, I was assigned to Ft. Meade, Md. There I was non-commissioned officer in charge of the Medical Supply Section and then as NCO in charge of the Logistics Division.

From Ft. Meade, I was assigned to the 97th General Hospital in Frankfurt, Germany, as NCO in charge of the Medical Supply Branch. I was then assigned to the U.S. Research Institute of Environmental Medicine in Natick, Mass. Again I was NCO in charge of the Supply Division. From Natick, I was assigned to the U.S. Army Medical Command in Seoul, Korea. There I was NCO in charge of the Medical Supply Branch and then the Logistics Division. I met my wonderful wife during that tour of duty. We were married 17 Oct 1980.

From Korea, I was sent to the Readiness Group at Ft. Bragg, N.C. I spent four years there working with the Reserves and National Guard. I retired from active duty in June 1987, and did nothing for about a year and a half.

On 30 Oct 1988, I started working for the federal government as a supply clerk with the Installation Property Book Branch at Cameron Station, Alexandria, Va. When that installation closed, we moved to Ft. Myer, Va. In March 1998 I was appointed as property book officer for Arlington National Cem.. In May 2001 I became property book officer for Ft. Myer Military Community and Military District of Washington.

Johnny’s retirement program was hosted by the Ft. Myer Director of Logistics, Jeffrey R. Westerman, at the Ft. Myer Officer’s Club, 4 Jun 2008. Remarks were offered by Maj. Jose C. Aymat, representing the 3rd U.S. Infantry Division (The Old Guard,) William Nietz, director of the Ft. Myer Department of Public Works, and Charles Foster, representing the commanding general of the Military District of Washington. Jeffrey R. Westerman filled in as representative for the Arlington National Cem.. Special guests included Johnny’s wife Lee, his sisters Jeanne Furr and Bonnie Bartee, brother-in-law Clyde Bartee, aunt Lois Day and cousin Connie Frank.

ii. Jeanne Rebecca. Born 11 Mar 1945 in Lebanon. She married Elwood Hamilton Furr (called Fuzzy), the son of Edgar M. Furr and Julia Mahone, 20 May 1983. Born 1 Dec 1919 in Augusta Co., Va. Died 25 Mar 1984 in Staunton, Va. Buried in Augusta Memorial Park, Staunton. There were no children.

News Leader, Staunton, unknown date: Elwood Hamilton “Fuzzy” Furr, of 1114 Churchville Avenue, died at his residence Sun., Mar. 25, 1984 at 2:25 a.m. following a lengthy illness. He was born in Augusta County on Dec. 1, 1919, a son of the late Edgar M. and Julia (Mahone) Furr. Mr. Furr was employed by Trailways Bus Company as a driver for 37 years before retiring. He was a member of the Annex United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jeanne (Honaker) Furr; three sons, Elwood C. and Robert E. Furr, both of Staunton and MSgt. Gary L. Furr of Dover, Del.; four daughters, Mrs. James D. (Shirley) Lafon and Mrs. Carl E. (Nancy) Talley, both of Staunton, Mrs. Grover C. (Judy) Ashby of Mint Spring, and Mrs. David F. (Linda) Law Jr. of Middlebrook; two brothers, Paul D. Furr of Fishersville and Murray L. Furr of Staunton; 12 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter, Abby RaNelle Boxler. He is also survived by the mother of his seven children, Mrs. Eva Furr of Route 3, Staunton. A service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Annex United Methodist Church by the Revs. Stephen J. Martin and William Garber, and Dr. Lindsay Howan. The committal service will follow in Augusta Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Charles Varner Jr., John Varner, Joseph E. Furr, Josh E. Furr, Charles L. Furr, Roscoe Irvine, Webb Snyder and George B. Harris Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Clyde Harris, Felix Burton, Elmer Wimmer, Herman Winebrenner, Paul Knick, Glenn Sweet, Ashby Johnson, John Surface Jr., Curtis Amburn, Edgar Snyder,

Kenneth C. Snyder, Tommy Ray Garland, Tommy Garland, Robert Lockridge, Fay Nutty, Ray Houser, Erskine Furr, Charles H. Varner, Dr. William Branscome, and Dr. John Wise. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Henry Funeral Home and at other times at the residence.

513. iii. Joyce O’Dear. Born 15 Nov 1946. 513. iv. Brenda Gay. Born 20 Feb 1949.

v. Bonnie Anita. Born 17 Apr 1950. She married, first, Harold Harrison 25 Aug 1993. They divorced with no children. Born 23 Jan 1944.She married, second, Clyde Veron Bartee Jr., son of Clyde Veron Bartee and Bertha Unknown, 12 Jun 1999. Born 6 Sep 1941 in Forest City, N.C. Died 30 Jul 2008. Buried

in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Frederick, Md. There were no children.Frederick [Md.] News-Post, 3 Aug 2008: Clyde Veron Bartee, Jr., 66, of Ranson, W.Va.,

passed away Wed., July 30, 2008. Mr. Bartee was the devoted husband of Bonnie A. Bartee. He leaves behind his brothers Jay D. Bartee of Hedgesville, W.Va., Ed Bartee of Mary Esther, Fla.;

and a sister, Reba Ohler of Ranson, W.Va. He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Alice Bartee; father, Clyde V. Bartee Sr.; his mother, Bertha B. Bartee; a brother, Eval D. Bartee and a sister, Neula Covey. Born in Forest City, N.C., Mr. Bartee was graduated from the Maryland School for the Deaf, where he learned to overcome and conquer his disability. While attending, Clyde excelled as a member of the track, soccer and basketball teams. He worked as a residential painter for 44 years, before his retirement in 2004. He enjoyed working on older cars, having a special fondness for Volkswagen Beetles. Mr. Bartee had a special fondness for helping others, always putting everyone else before himself. He was a 30-year member of the Frederick Moose Lodge, and was active in many deaf organizations including the National Association of the Deaf. He will be greatly missed by his beloved cocker spaniel, Taffy. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Mon., Aug. 4, at

the Keeney and Basford, P.A., Funeral Home, 106 E. Church St., Frederick. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tue., Aug. 5, from the funeral home, with the Rev. Joe Ivey officiating. A sign language interpreter will be present for the hearing impaired. Interment at Resthaven Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions will be accepted on behalf of the Bartee Family by the Keeney and Basford Funeral Home.

514. Robert Howard[6] Honaker (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Aug 1921 in Russell Co., Va., about nine miles from Lebanon, Va. Died 22 Aug 1989 in Fredericksburg, Va. Cremated remains interred in Quantico National Cem., Triangle, Va. He served as a radioman aboard ship in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

He married, first, Jeanne Hood of Wytheville, Wythe Co., Va. There were no children.He married, second, Oneeda NMN Miller Hagan, daughter of Earl McConnell Miller and Alice Roosevelt (Miller)

Miller, in Lebanon, Va. They divorced. Born 18 Jun 1930 in Lebanon, Va. She married, second, Kenneth Hagan. They lived in Florida in 2014. Oneeda’s mother Alice was a sister of Visa Mae Miller who married Silas Burke[5] Honaker (Martin[1]). His brother Burke McCoy married Oneida’s sister Lucille. Children:

514. i. Betty Belinda[7] (called Linda). Born 24 Nov 1950 in Baltimore, Md.514. ii. Deborah Ann. Born 25 Nov 1955 in Baltimore.

515. Silas [6] Honaker (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan 1924. Died 2 Dec 1979. Buried in Glen Haven Cem., Glen Burnie, Md. Silas was named for his father, but did not have the Burke middle name, nor was he a Jr., said his sister Lois. He served as a medic in World War II.

He married Frances Hazelwood (called Fran). She was living in 2006. Frances’ grandmother was Visa Mae Miller’s half sister Rachel. Visa Mae married Silas Burke[5] Honaker (Martin[1]). Children:

i. Gail Lynn[7]. In 2006 she lived in Pasadena, Md. She had no children.

516. Lois Marie[6] Honaker (Silas Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Apr 1928 in Honaker, Va. Died 10 Jun 2016 in Newburg, Md. Interred in Glen Haven Memorial Park, Glen Burnie, Md. A 1945 graduate of Honaker [Va.] High School, she worked for the Social Security Administration for 14 years, sold Avon home care products for 28 years, and retired in 2003. She enjoyed scrapbooking, heritage hunting and collecting small teapots. She was Methodist, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion, and a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Moose Lodge. In 2006 she lived in Newburg, Md. At the time of her death she lived with her daughter. In her later years she experienced steadily deteriorating health, then suffered a serious heart attack Jan. 1, 2016, from which she never fully recovered. Late in life, she was a prolific, conscientious, and talented contributor to Honaker Family Newsletter, giving her biography in the Summer 2015 issue, below.

Singleton Funeral Home, Glen Burnie, Md., 16 Jun 2016: Lois Marie Day, April 19, 1928 – June 10, 2016 (age 88). Lois was born on April 19, 1928 and passed away on Fri., June 10, 2016. Lois was a resident of Glen Burnie, Md., at the time of her passing. The family will receive visitors at Singleton Funeral Cremation Services P.A. 1 2nd Ave. S.W., at Crain Hwy. in Glen Burnie on Mon., June 20th from 3–5, 7–9 p.m. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tue., June 21st at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Glen Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Lois’ name may be made to the Chron’s Colitis Foundation of America Maryland-Southern Delaware Chapt., 1201 S. Sharp St., Baltimore, MD 21230, 443-276-0861 or 888-694-8872, marylandccfa.org.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 2016: Lois Marie[6] (Honaker) Day, 88, died peacefully at home June 10, 2016 in Newburg, Md., of complications following a heart attack Jan. 1, 2016, from which she never fully recovered. Born April 19, 1928 in Honaker, Russell Co., Va., to Silas Burke and Visa Mae (Miller) Honaker, she was an infant when her father and eldest brother were killed in a coal mine accident. A gifted writer, she was a frequent contributor to Honaker Family Newsletter, giving the fascinating story of her life in the Summer 2015 issue. Her most recent stories appeared in the Summer 2016 issue. A 1945 graduate of Honaker [Va.] High School, she worked for the Social Security Administration for 14 years, sold Avon home care products for 28 years, and retired in 2003. She enjoyed scrapbooking, heritage hunting and bingo. She was Methodist, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion, and a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Moose Lodge. She had been a long-time member of the Honaker Family Association. She was preceded in death by son Silas Robert Hess in 2002. She is survived by daughter Connie Sue Frank (Robert) of Newburg, and son Eddie Lawrence Hess (Cheryl) of West Virginia; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A celebration of life was held at Singleton Funeral Home, Glen Burnie, Md. Interment was in Glen Haven Memorial Park, Glen Burnie. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions in her name to Chron’s and Colitis Foundation of America, Maryland-Southern Delaware Chapter, 1201 S. Sharp St., Baltimore, MD 21230. Her son Silas suffered with Chron’s for many years (although he died of pancreatic cancer), and her great granddaughter, Megan, has Chron’s.

She married, first, Abraham Taze[6] Hess (called Taze), son of Robert Hess and Margaret Honaker (Martin[1]) 4 Jun 1946 in Lebanon, Va. They divorced 1969 in Baltimore, Anne Arundel Co., Md. Born 25 Dec 1925 in the River Mountain section of Lebanon. Their children continue under his listing.

She married, second, Richard Allen Rettinger 28 May 1969 in Annapolis, Md. They divorced 22 Feb 1973 in Annapolis.

She married, third, Charles Franklin Day 1 Apr 1974 in Annapolis. They divorced 27 Sep 1992 in Annapolis.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2015: From Farm to City—My Life Story

I, Lois M. (Honaker) Day, was born April 19, 1928 into a very large family of twelve children including a son of my father’s by a previous marriage. Mother (Visa M. Miller) was sixteen when she married my father (Silas Honaker.) The eleven children they had were spaced from two years to one and a half years apart; me being the youngest one. My father was killed when I was one month and three days old.

I started school at the age of seven at Spruce Pine School which was about two and one half miles from where we lived. My second year of school was at the Corner School which was about two and one half miles the opposite direction from home. We had no bus service and walked to school every day. My teacher was Naomi Breeding (a local person.) We had no days off even in deep snow. My brothers would walk in front of me and make tracks for me. The school was a two room school and one room where we were taught was heated with a big pot belly stove.

Sometimes we would run low on wood and the boys would go back in the woods and find some wood to finish out the day. Sometimes they would bring us chinquapin nuts. For you who are not familiar with these, they are a small edible nut, sweet with a spicy fur on the outside and a juicy kernel on the inside.

My brother James Louis (we called him Louie) was very good friends with Abraham Taze Hess, a local boy who lived about two miles from us. He was the son of Robert Hess and Margaret Honaker and was delivered to them on Dec. 25, 1925 by my mother, who was a midwife. He became very prominent in my life later on.

I finished the seventh grade in this Corner School and then attended Lebanon High School in Lebanon Va., for the eighth and ninth grades. Then my mother moved us back to Honaker, Va., and I finished my last two years of school there. At that time Virginia only required eleven years to graduate.

During my senior year I became very bored with school and started bugging my mother to let me quit school. My theory was I was only going to get married and have a family so why did I need to graduate. Finally my mother became disgusted with me and told me, “o.k., bring your books home and quit. I just don’t care.” Then she used reverse psychology and every moment of every day she kept me so busy doing odd jobs around the house that I got so completely tired out and said, “I’m going back to school.” In later years I was very thankful for this. That proved mother knows best.

Before we moved back to Honaker, Taze and I became very close. We started going to church together, but my mother was very strict on me and we had to stay close to my stepfather (who she married when I was seven years old) at all times. He started coming to the house and we would sit in the spare room of the house, called the parlor back then, and listen to a wind-up Victrola that played 78 rpm records and we talked. He would bring me Juicy Fruit chewing gum every time and one time brought me a small dish with a glass hen on top filled with gum. The gum was also an effort to entice my brother Lloyd and my nephew Bobby Lee to leave us alone for awhile.

Taze told my mother if we ever got married and had a daughter, he would not be as strict on her as she was on me. Well in later years he had to eat crow; he was twice as strict on our daughter.

World War II he enlisted in the Navy. What a handsome man he was and the uniform made him that much more appealing. I finished school, graduating from Honaker High School in Honaker, Va. He returned from the Navy and we got married in 1945. We lived with my mother for a couple of weeks and then moved into a small house just below the old homeplace.

He took an agriculture training course under the GI Bill. When he finished the course, we went by train to Raymond, Wash., which is a small town just outside of Seattle. His sister Belle and her husband were there. A few months passed and I found out I was pregnant. I started getting homesick for Virginia, so I came back by train and he came back later.

Our first child was born in Lebanon hospital on June 28, 1947. We named him Silas Robert after my dad and his dad. I went back to visit Lebanon a few years ago and that hospital looked so small compared to when I gave birth there.

We moved into the small house on the farm just below where my mother was living and on July 9th our second child was born. A little girl and we named her Connie Sue. I was at my mother-in-law’s house at the time of her birth. We sent our niece to the closest store; they had a phone and she had them call Dr. Gillespe. He delivered her with the help of my mother. She was so small that her bed was a dresser drawer.

After Connie was born we used a portion of the money allotted to Taze under the GI Bill and bought a house on Lewis Creek just outside of Honaker, Va. I have a picture of Silas and Connie sitting on the steps of that house. Taze worked for Virginia State Highway Department at that time. His hours were long and in the winter he got called out a lot if the weather was bad. This got rather demanding and he decided it was not for him. He wanted to get into something that he could use his agriculture training. So we sold that house and he went into share cropping for Mr. Hubbard in the New Garden Section of Honaker, Va. This share cropping consisted of raising corn and tobacco, mostly tobacco. I was pregnant with our third child and he was born Sept. 2nd, 1952. We named him Eddie Lawrence.

Taze had just finished cutting the tobacco and had it in the barn for curing when he got sick. He went to a clinic in Richlands, Va., and they diagnosed it as being tuberculosis. Our instructions were to get him into a Veterans Administration hospital. After calling two different VA hospitals and being told there were no beds available, I was told to take him to one and they could not refuse him treatment. The closest one that I had not called was in Oteen, N.C. My brother had a really old truck but he said he thought it would make the trip to Oteen, so he took us there and I enrolled Taze into their program. Doctors there said it would be a long time before he would be well enough for them to release him.

I told Mr. Hubbard I would find another place to live since I knew he needed the share cropper’s house for the next person he hired. His reply was, “You live there as long as you need to. I’ll find another place to put a share cropper.”

One morning I got up to find a truck filled with neighborhood men that told me they had come to grade the tobacco and take it to market in Abingdon, Va., and that I would get the check in the mail. My, what good neighbors.

A bomb shell hit me when I received letters from Clinch Valley Clinic asking for the money for the test Taze had made there. I knew I had to let them know what was going on, so I wrote a letter telling them I had no intentions of not paying this and as soon as I could possibly spare the money they would get it. I received the answer of, “Forget you ever owed this amount and keep this letter as a receipt. You and the children have a nice Christmas.” Another sign of good neighbors.

After I got Taze enrolled in the hospital, I found a place for the children and I to live. It was a two-story house and the people living downstairs were from New Jersey. They were really nice people. The landlord had the upstairs closed off from the downstairs by nailing the door closed to the stairs. The man living down there asked her if he would take that door loose in case I needed help with the children. She agreed and they were very helpful for me.

I had applied for welfare before I left Virginia. They denied it; at first because we had an old pickup truck. What a difference in then and now. Now you can own a Cadillac or Mercedes and still get welfare. Anyway, I had the truck put over in my mother’s name so I could get help with the children. The social worker’s reply when I applied was, “Why don’t you go to work?” And my answer was, “I will gladly go to work if you will find someone to care for my three babies.” Her smart answer was, “That is not our problem.” After reviewing the case again she finally agreed that I needed help and I got a small check, but when I had been in North Carolina for awhile I got a letter that they could no longer send me a check as long as I was out of state.

In the meantime Taze is not getting any better; he is losing a lot of weight each month. No wonder, they let the patients smoke all they wanted and Taze was smoking a pack of cigarettes per day. One day I had an interview with his doctor about this and the doctor said he thought Taze was just worried about me and the children. I could visit at certain hours and put the children in their nursery. He wanted to know how much money I was drawing from the government each month. I told him I was not drawing anything. Social Security denied the claim saying it was not permanent so he was not qualified, and the Veterans Administration said the same thing. He said, “Well, I don’t know why these guys think the government owes them anything. They have this nice big hospital taking care of them for nothing.” That’s when I lost control. My reply was, “Let me tell you something; they did not owe the government anything when they went over there and won our freedom for us. But they went and they won and I think the government should take care of their families for them if they cannot.” So the children and I moved back to Virginia. My mother said she thought I should move to Baltimore with the rest of my siblings, there was several of them working in ship building plants in Baltimore.

I called my sister Bess and she contacted the doctor that had been having such good luck with tuberculosis patients. He and another German doctor had been using a drug successfully for quite a while. I wish I had kept the name of it. The FDA had not approved it, saying they had not cured enough patients. Well, how stupid is that; if you can’t use it, how can you cure patients with it? Anyway, Dr. Summers used it anyway, but he told my sister he could not take Taze out of the VA hospital, Taze would have to leave on his own and come to Dr. Summers. So Taze left the VA hospital.

We moved into an older house in Chestnut Ridge, Va. This house was terrible. It had bats in the attic and sometimes we would have to get up at night and chase them out of the house. One night one landed in the crib where our daughter was sleeping. I heard her scream and there it was on her leg. It didn’t bite her but that was enough to make us decide to move out of there.

Taze and the children went to live with his brother Ben and I went to Baltimore to find us a place to live and get a job. I stayed with my sister Bess and her husband Morris and got a job with Commercial Credit Corporation making $155 a month as a typist. I was an expert typist thanks to my mother for making me finish school. I think they only hired me because they felt sorry for me, since I had no work experience.

I worked for a couple of weeks until I got my first paycheck and then I started looking for a place for us to live. Baltimore housing authorities had a couple of housing projects close to where my sister lived. One was called Fairfield and that is where they put me. A three bedroom apartment. Believe it or not, when they reviewed my situation they only charged me $10 a month. Isn’t that unreal?

So I get prepared to go get Taze and the children. My rother Lloyd had a pickup truck so he went to Virginia. He and Taze loaded the two trucks (Lloyd’s and ours that I had put in my mother’s name) with all our furniture and headed back to Maryland. They stopped by and picked up Taze’s niece Dollie Mae to babysit for us.

My brother-in-law Morris had a new car and back then you had to put so many miles on a car before you can take it on a long trip. As soon as this happened he and I went to Virginia to get the children. Silas and Connie rode in the back and Eddie sat in my lap. Morris told Eddie he had better not get crumbs of bread in Uncle Morris’s new car (a little humor and we needed that.) Eddie would wait until Morris turned his head and he would pinch bread off and throw it in the floor.

Remember this was in Fall of 1953, Christmas is coming and I have no money for gifts. The children are small and really needed to have a gift for Christmas. Morris went with me to Western Auto store and signed for me to get the children gifts; Silas a tricycle, Connie a doll, and Eddie push toys.

The sheriff in Lebanon, Va., found out that we had gone to Baltimore. He had a warrant for Taze for crossing state line with this type of illness. This sheriff was O’Brien Jackson, a man that I went to school with, but we knew he was only doing his job. He called my mother to find out where we were, she told him we was somewhere in Baltimore, but she did not know where. After that the health department in Baltimore started bugging me to put him in the hospital or they would take steps to arrest him. Dr. Summers told me to have them contact him, I did and they did not bug me anymore.

Dr. Summers started treating Taze with his new drug and told Taze complete bed rest, only get up to go to the bathroom. We all had to have x-rays; we found out that our daughter Connie had a spot on her lungs. He gave her the same drug he gave Taze but in a smaller dose.

Complete bedrest was very boring for Taze since he had always been a hard worker. Morris gave us a 12-in. black and white TV, small, but remember this was the early 50s. We were glad to get it.

I worked every week day at Commercial Credit and on week ends I worked at a local theatre either selling tickets or candy stand.

Silas was six years old and went into first grade. Connie went into kindergarten. She cried every day the first week and the teacher told me if she kept that up I would have to take her out of school. One afternoon she came walking home holding hands with one of her male classmates and that was the end of the crying.

As if I didn’t have enough to worry about, Silas fell off the coal bin and split his lip open. I had no insurance, so I called Dr. Summers. He told me to take Silas to South Baltimore Hospital and they could not turn us away. He got five stitches in his lower lip. This is just a few of the things that happened to our family in way of hardships.

Our babysitter, Dollie Mae, started dating my cousin that had just got out of the service. In no time she informed us that she was getting married. I did not know what to do, so again I cried on Dr. Summers’ shoulder. He told me Taze was well enough to take care of the children as long as he did no lifting of any weight.

Things were going pretty well and in less than a year the doctor said Taze could return to work. He was cured. What wonderful news!! My brother-in-law came to our rescue again and got him a job with Whiting Turner Construction Company. Taze worked for them until he retired at the age of 62.

In 1954, Housing Authority advised us they were moving all the white families to the projects off Tenth Street in Brooklyn and the Fairfield projects was being turned over to black families. I did not understand this but remember it was in the early 50s. The house they moved us into was just like the one in Fairfield.

Taze was working day shift and I went to work at Social Security on night shift, therefore we did not need a babysitter for a long time. The lady next door watched Eddie for us and the other two when they got in from school.

My sister Bess worked for the Coast Guard and she had no dependents, so she took Connie over as a dependent. She bought all of her clothes and paid her doctor bills as well as give us some money for groceries. This same year my sister Betty and Morris decided to sell their home on Werner Road, just outside of Baltimore limits in Anne Arundel County. They offered it to us for $10,000. Can you imagine getting a nice two-bedroom house in the country for that amount? We had enough money left on our GI Bill to buy it. Veterans Administration approved the loan and we had our house.

I enrolled Silas and Connie both in Solley School. They were both very popular in school. Connie was chosen as May Queen one year and Silas played the accordion for her installation. Since I was a government employee the children got free lunches. Our neighbor on Werner Road (Anne Remmey) kept Eddie for a while.

As the children got older Connie becaue interested in a neighborhood young man, a classmate named Robert. He worked for his father who owned a well drilling company. His parents names were Walter and Irene Frank. He would work after school until about eight o’clock and then come down to see Connie. Her father would tell Robert to have her in the house by nine o’clock. Wonder what happened to, “If we have a girl we will not be as strict on her as you are on Lois.” Isn’t that what he told my mother?

Even before the children graduated from high school, Taze and I started having disagreements. We tried to keep it from the children but apparently they sensed it. Things steadily got worse between us and divorce was becoming a sure thing.

Connie became ill. She could not even bowl out a full game of bowling with the children from church. The doctor thought it might be her tonsils since they was real bad, so they tried to do a tonsillectomy. Her heart started racing and they could not put her to sleep. Dr. Summers sent her to Johns Hopkins and they ran all kinds of tests and could not find anything. So they diagnosed her as being nervous from the situation at home. We knew that was not the case. So, since I had good insurance with the government, Dr. Summers said he was going to send her to one specialist after another until we found out the problem. The first one was a lung specialist who found it right away. The right upper lobe of her lung had closed up. He said he would have to operate because it was not draining as it should. This became our greatest concern and I guess we babied her more than we should. She had surgery and recuperated very fast.

About this time Silas started giving us all kind of problems getting into things that involved the police. I contacted the head of juvenile department to get his advice. Silas was seventeen at the time. Juvenile advised me to get him into the

service, so with his help I got Silas into the Army. He told me years later he acted up to get attention because he thought we were giving Connie all the attention. Shortly after his basic training they sent his unit to Germany.

In 1967 Connie prepared for her wedding, she and Robert, the classmate sweetheart mentioned before. Silas came home from Germany and Taze and I divorced. Our divorce agreement was for me to keep the house, if I would finish paying for it and not make him pay support for Eddie, who was 14 at the time. I was making good money so I could do that. He moved out.

A year later I met Richard Rettinger and we got married. He lived in my house and later we bought a tavern with the help of his father and mother, Jack and Sylvia Rettinger. The tavern was located in Linthicum, Md., and the name of it was Minor Maple Inn. I quit my job at Social Security (the greatest mistake I ever made) to tend bar. The hours were long and hard, but the tavern business was good money.

About two years passed and Richard and I separated. I lived in my house and he moved in with his parents in the apartment attached to the tavern. Then along comes the Hurricane Agnes which floods out the bar and they take Richard and his parents out in a row boat.

I drew unemployment for a while until our divorce was final and then I went to work at a local tavern in Curtis Bay, Md. The bar was called Ernel’s Tavern. This was basically a service man’s tavern. Coast Guard mostly, since their base was just outside of the city. One chief noticed how I tended bar and how I treated the public and asked me if I would like to tend bar at the chief’s club on the base. I was honored to even be asked to do that. He obtained permission from the captain to hire a civilian, so I became the first female civilian to ever work in a chief’s club. I really liked that job. The chiefs were very good to me and perfect gentlemen.

Ernel’s Tavern is where I met Charles Day and we started dating. Within two years we got married, but this was a big mistake. He became very jealous and abusive, so another marriage down the drain.

While married to him I started selling Avon products door to door in a location that a manager of Avon gave to me. I was very successful in doing that and soon had the business going great. I won points from sales increases and soon had a house full of new furniture, new appliances, swimming pool in the back yard, new car, pop-up camper and one trip after another (including three trips to Hawaii, a couple trips to California, one on the Mississippi Queen and several to New York head quarters.) One of the nicest trips was to New York when they had re-done the Statue of Liberty and we were able to see them unveil her. Gave you chills.

I sold these products for twenty eight years and in 2000 I got sick and ended up with double operations. That is when my daughter decided I was moving in with her in La Plata, Md. I had already moved my son and his wife into my house and I had bought a big travel trailer from my brother Lloyd, which I was living in at the time.

In 2002 Silas died from pancreatic cancer. He had already had a heart attack and heart surgery. This really set me back a lot. Losing a child is the worse thing that could happen to anyone. I had heart surgery before him. I had two valves replaced and came through the surgery better than he did.

Later I sold the house and continued to live with my daughter and her husband Robert Frank. Eddie has a trailer in West Virginia and is very happy there. Robert owns his own business, which he learned to run from his father (remember the job I wrote about earlier in this article.) Connie worked for the telephone company.

Connie retired in 2004. Bob is semi-retired (still working part-time) and I am retired. Eddie visits me when he can. It has been a hard life, but a good one. There are a few changes I would make if I could live it all over, but I am now eighty-seven years old and have my memories, good and bad. I feel lucky to have children that love and take care of me. I have one sibling still living; my brother Lloyd lives in Florida. Connie and I try to visit him at least once a year on St. Patty’s Day to help them celebrate.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 2016, featured two pieces written by Lois, both illustrated with photographs. One was Honaker Clan Lives On, a biography and recollections of her cousin Frank W. Honaker, which appears in his book paragraph, and Let’s Travel Back in Time, which follows here:

We will start in Lebanon, Va., and go west to the suburb of Lebanon called Slabtown. I wish I knew the story of the naming of this place; must be some history there. Still going west on the highway to Castlewood, and turn off onto River Mountain Road going about 20 miles on this country road will bring us out at Blackford, Va.

River Mountain Road is a curvy road and the first few miles of it I do not remember very well. We will reach a large cave on the right called Darty’s Cave, then the memories begin. The mouth of this cave is so large that the members of a Freewill Baptist Church had services there one weekend. These people like having their services outside in the summertime. They call it, “All-day meeting and dinner on the ground.” The ladies prepare the food and when they have lunch break, they spread a sheet or tablecloth on the ground and put the food on it and everyone joins in eating.

After the cave we will cross a small bridge and continue on River Mountain Road. On the left side is a family named Breeding. One of their daughters, Naomi, was my teacher in Corner School. She taught grades one through seven. I loved

spending the night with them because she had siblings I could play with. The next morning when their lunch was packed for school, they had crackers and peanut butter which my mother could not afford for us. This was a real treat for me.

Continuing on, we reach a small grocery store on the right side of the road which belonged to a family named Monk. They owned the store and he was our school bus driver. Their house was just behind the store. Just past their house on the left of the road was a family named Buckles. Going across the hill past their house was a two-room house that my sister Charmie Mae and her husband Corbin Monk lived in. I have always been fascinated by the way they got their water. There was a bucket on a rope and you rolled it down into the well with a handle and filled the bucket with water and rolled it back up.

About a third of a mile from their house back on River Mountain Road is Corner School. It has since boarded up. I attended this school my second grade through seventh grade, at which time I went to Lebanon High School.

Traveling on is the Primitive Baptist Church on the left side. This road is named Fred Jackson Road. At the end of it is Clinch River. My sister Pearl and her husband Frank Myer lived across the river when they first got married. When she went into labor with their first child, she had problems and he had to bring her by boat back across the river to take her to the hospital.

On the right side of River Mountain Road was a hollow where the Yates and Gilbert families lived. Two of those men married Shepherd girls, Thelma married Earnest Yates and Tressie married Coy Yates. The next road on the right is Hess Hollow. The property behind their house connected with my mother’s property. My sister Grace and her husband Taze Honaker lived there in a small house. We will also see it from a different angle as we go along. When my brother Lloyd was born in 1935, I was sent to George and Maggie’s house to stay because my mother gave birth to him at home. Can you imagine having your own live baby doll when you arrive home from visiting neighbors?

Back onto the road about one fourth mile is my mother’s store which was built later. Behind the store was a path leading up to the old home place. On the side of that path is a small three-room house which we named “first home” because everyone in the family that got married and wanted to lived there, would stay there until they got their own home. That is where my husband and I lived until we bought our first home. Our son Silas Robert was born when we lived there.

Let’s leave River Mountain Road for awhile and go to the Chestnut Ridge area. Before we reach the river, let’s go on a small dirt road to the left leading to Earl and Millie (Hess) Shepherd’s house. Mollie was the daughter of my father’s sister Sallie and her husband Ira Hess (my mother’s half brother.) One late afternoon, Mollie and her two girls heard there was an electric storm coming. They went to get the mother hen turkey and her babies into a shelter. Lightning struck Mollie and killed her and knocked both the girls, Thelma and Tressie, to their knees. These were the two girls that married the Yates men mentioned above. Most of you will remember Johnny Honaker, my nephew, who was very active in the Honaker Association. He was the grandson of Earl and Mollie Shepherd.

Going back off the small road, we will cross Clinch River and go to Chestnut Ridge. There is now a bridge to cross the water. When I was growing up, we had to walk across the water on the rocks and we would go to our favorite place, the swimming hole, where we spent a lot of time. We pass my Uncle Burke and Aunt Lelier’s house on the left of the road. In a previous article I told you he was the only father I ever knew. Dad, Silas Burke Honaker, got killed in a mine explosion when I was only one month old. That story appears in the book in his paragraph.

Farther up the road on the right side is the home of Hoby Lee and Amanda “Mandy” Wallace. She was the daughter of my father’s sister Sallie Honaker and my mother’s half brother Ira Hess. After their house, on the right side of the road, is Cedar Hill School. Here is where we attended Sunday School and I won the teddy bear for remembering the most Bible verses. A picture of my stuffed bear was in an article I wrote earlier.

On the same side of the road, down a small dirt road, is the home of my Uncle John Hess, mother’s half brother, and just below that is my Uncle Ellis and Aunt Ruth Peck’s, my mother’s sister’s house. We will see it from a different angle later on River Mountain Road. It is on the banks of the Clinch River to the right of Uncle John’s house. Down a small hill is the path to Clinch River where we crossed to come to Sunday School. I believe John Hess, Jr., was the cousin that always rowed us across the river in his boat if the water was high.

From here, let’s go back to River Mountain Road. We will pick this road up later on further down to Lewis Creek Road. Above my Mother Visa M. Hess’s store is the old home place. I lived there most of my childhood. To the back of the house is the hill leading to the property of George and Maggie Hess and the home of my sister Grace and husband Taze Honaker. Across from the home place going around the hill is the family cemetery. My dad, his son Fullen by his first wife, Cordelia Hess, my sister Grace, my brother James Lewis and various other family members were laid to rest here.

Following River Mountain Road on the right side of the road is the home of Tom Hess. My remembrance of him and his wife was that their little girl caught her dress tail on fire by the open fireplace and burned to death. I remember we children all piled in one bed and slept while the adults sang and prayed all night by the side of the casket. Beside the Tom Hess house is a narrow bumpy road called Ball Hollow. Follow it and you get to a house belonging to a family named (you guessed it) Ball. Just behind their house was a walking trail leading to the top of a huge hill that we called “big rock,” just a hillside of large rocks. A group of Freewill Baptist Church Members have a service here once a year in the summertime. Yes, “All-day meeting and dinner on the ground.” This trail has long grown up with trees and underbrush. It would be almost impossible to get up to “big rock” now.

Now we reach the cattle scales on the left side and walk down through the fields to Clinch River where we cross to go to Cedar Ridge School House for Sunday School. Proceeding around the River Mountain Road, look over the cliff on the left and we see my Uncle Ellis and Aunt Ruth Peck’s house. We also see a beautiful view of Clinch River. Next on the right side of the road is Hess Cemetery. Parents of my husband Taze Hess were buried there, Robert and Margaret (Honaker) Hess. Also my father’s first wife, Cordelia Hess, and Fullen Hess along with several other Hess people.

Now on the right side of the road, it is just a small walk up the hollow to my husband’s parent’s house. My daughter Connie was born here. Back across the road is a single lane road which leads to Clinch River again. On the left side of the road is the house owned by my husband’s brother Benjamin and his wife Edith (Clark) Hess. Follow the road on down to the river’s edge and a family named Helton lived there. One of their daughters married Garnet Honaker, son of Abram Honaker. We will come to their house later.

Back up to River Mountain Road to the next hollow and at the end of it is a family named Hess, Luther and his wife Myrtle. He is the son of my father’s sister Sallie and Ira Hess. Across the hill or in the next hollow is the home of Aunt Sallie and Uncle Ira Hess. At the beginning of that hollow is the home of Abram Honaker. The next house on the main road is Garnet and Sallie’s house.

Somewhere along the way we passed a small grocery store belonging to a family named Fuller. Their house is just across the road from the store. She only sold essential products. They had a daughter named Barbara who taught school at the Spruce Pine School. Up that hollow a little way is the home of Leonard Hess and family. Going down the hollow below the store is a road leading to a swinging bridge across Clinch River leading to Lewis Creek. That swinging bridge has been torn down.

Once we pass Garnet Honaker’s house, there is a country road on the left going down to a swinging bridge that now exists. You can also reach it from the Lewis Creek side of the river. This is the swinging bridge that fell when they were taking my Grandfather Robert Honaker’s body across to the cemetery. An article was written about this in an earlier newsletter. It has been said that it was not his body, but his Granddaughter Amanda (Hess) Wallace was there and witnessed it.

The remainder of the River Mountain Road to Blackford I do not recall, but Blackford, Va., is the end of this road. If you turn right you will go back into Lebanon. Turn left and you will go along Redbud Highway into Honaker, Va. On the right side of the road just before you get to Honaker is a large cemetery. People buried there were mostly people who had no family cemetery. My niece Billie Dove was buried here. She should have been buried in the family cemetery at the old home place near her mother Grace, my sister. That is just my opinion.

Another place in my memory is a small town named Richlands, Va. Here is a huge memorial dedicated to fallen coal miners of Virginia. Engraved in the marble stone is a list of coal miners that lost their lives in the mines. My father Silas Honaker and his son Fullen Honaker have their names there.

If we travel on into Honaker and go to the end of Main Street, we will see my mother’s store that she owned in 1944. It has not been taken care of by the current owners and is ready to collapse. Across from it is the railroad station. I believe it runs the line from Norton, Va. to Bluefield, Va. We used to wait for it to run past the store and it sounded like it was saying, “I can. I know I can.”

In going down my memory trail, if I have left out any houses that should be remembered, I am sorry. But remember, this was about 75 years ago. I hope you enjoy reading this and forgive me if it is not completely in order, but it is how I remember it.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2016: Fun as Seen Through the Eyes of a Child[This story ran after her death.]Often I am asked what we did for recreation growing up. We had no electricity, no inside plumbing and no

television.Picture a bright, sunny, brisk morning. The sun is peeking over the hills in the east. The rooster is crowing. Time to

get up. Suddenly, Uncle Burke appears to put the small stacks of hay into a large stack to feed the cattle this winter. He attaches Old Nellie, the mule, to a chain and puts the chain around the stack of hay. He sticks a pitchfork in the top to hold it. I hold onto the pitchfork and ride down the hill. This is dangerous, but oh, so much fun.

After Uncle Burke gets this finished, my siblings make a large hole to crawl through the haystack to the middle. Darlene, my niece, and I make a playhouse here not realizing how dangerous it is. God must have given me my own special angel to protect me for all the dangerous things I do as a child. Mom found out about the haystack and warned us girls not to go in there again. We have often wondered how mom found out about us going into the haystack. We decided it was because of hay in our hair, so we started taking a comb with us. I swear I believe mom had ESP.

We girls would never pass up a dare because we thought we could do whatever the boys did, only better (typical girls.) Those of you who remember the old tobacco barns remember they were quite high. My brother Louie, who was two years older than me, would climb to the top railing and jump, turning one flip as he did, landing on a pile of straw below. Darlene and I said, “We can do that.” She jumped first and made a perfect landing. Then it was my turn. Needless to say, I

did not make a perfect jump. Instead, I hit my eye with my knee and the swelling started immediately. My stepsister Ruth was visiting at the time. She took a table knife and ran it under cold water from the stream outside and applied it to my eye several times and the swelling went down.

Ruth was one cool chick. She taught me how to play jacks, and man, she could get at least five of them before the ball ever hit the table. I never could master more than two. But she also taught me a bad habit. She gave Darlene and me cigarettes. We took them outside and hid them so mom could not find them.

We never had very much homework to do. I guess the teachers knew we had to work by a kerosene lamp or candle light or maybe because they thought we had too many chores at home. I don’t know.

Our clothes were always either hand-me-downs or mom made them. She would order a large box of clothing from this company and cut them to fit us girls. Sometimes she would make us a rag doll and put a dress on it to match the one she made us. Some of the dresses she made from seed sacks. They always had beautiful patterns. I kept all the rag dolls and eventually gathered them all together for a pretend school session. Of course, I was the teacher and very strict. They had the same classes that I had that day. What an imagination!

Uncle John was also a big help to my mom. One day he was bringing in a wagon full of corn to put in the crib for the cattle and chickens. Mom said I ran down the hill to meet him and rolled right under the back wheel. She said I curled up in a fetal position and I was not injured at all (no broken bones nor bruises.) Dodged another bullet!

We did not have television and the radio was used sparingly. Adults would gather on Saturday night to listen to the Grand Ole Opry or the news commentator, Lowell Thomas. They saved the battery as much as possible because I think they costed $5 or $10 apiece.

One day Uncle Burke was at my house and when he decided to leave, I wanted to go home with him. He had girls my age. Mom said no, I would wake up crying in the middle of the night, and I was not going. Uncle Burke convinced her and she finally said ok. Sure enough, I woke up crying. Instead of spanking my butt, he got up and took me home.

The fireplace was the only heat in the house and that was in the living room, which was also mom’s bedroom. Later one of the boys cut a hole in the floor upstairs and put a vent over it to allow the heat to come upstairs. Mom would heat a flat iron and wrap it in a towel to put at our feet each night. But this did not stop the snow from coming in my window, which would blow open some nights. Mom had a chamber pot which we girls used at night; the boys had to go outside.

I always enjoyed Aunt Alice and her girls visiting. Lucille and I were the same age. It was our job to wash the dishes after lunch. One day we decided we did not want to do that anymore, so we sneaked out and climbed the big hill behind the house. Well that backfired. The dishes were waiting for us when we returned.

Aunt Alice also had a daughter named Gladys Ruth. She would gather about five or six children out in the yard and wait until it got pitch black and start telling us ghost stories. They seemed so real that you could almost hear the chains falling down the stairs. (Listen carefully, you might be able to hear them.)

I also enjoyed staying at Aunt Mahala’s. One weekend my brother Burke and I stayed there. Burke took Treva and me to a cousin’s house for a square dance. Those fools danced all night while we children climbed on the bed and slept. Next morning we were late for Sunday School. Mom was mad and that was the last time we got to stay at Aunt Mahala’s.

On a hot summer day there is nothing more relaxing than taking a dip in the water hole in the Clinch River. So a group of us children took off to the river. The boys had put a rope around a tree limb and attached a tire to it. We could swing way out and drop into the water. (What a dangerous thing to do, but we were very adventurous.)

All our pets had their own names. My stepfather trained a groundhog as a pet. We named him Billie. He had the run of the house, but never bothered any of us except my niece Billie. He would chase her up into a chair every time she came around. We decided he did not like her because her name was the same as his.

Winter activities were quite different.We had no board games, so we played cards a lot (Old Maid, Go Fish, etc.) until my stepfather came into the picture and he throw all the cards away. He said they were a form of gambling. Yet he and Bob, my brother, would play dominos or checkers hours at at time. I could never understand his logic, but we were told to obey him and one never talked back to an adult.

If it snowed we could make snow cream. But mom said no, not the first snow. It had gathered all the germs in the air. We must wait until the second snow.

Christmas time was the best time of the year. We did not have an artificial tree. The boys would find the most beautiful cedar tree, and man, did it smell good. We girls took our crayons and colored pieces of paper and pasted them together to make a rope around the tree. Sycamore trees made their donation because the little balls could easily be wrapped in tin foil. Pine treeshelped us by producing pine cones.

Mom never had money to buy us a big gift, but we had plenty of fruit. One time she gave me a paperback book of the three bears. I cherished that book very much. Mom would tell us never tear up the paper your gift was wrapped in; fold it nicely because we can use it next year. We always opened our gifts on Christmas Eve. Our tree was in what we called the parlor (spare room.) I was allowed to go first and to my surprise, sitting in a small rocker, was the prettiest doll I ever saw. It

was given to me by my stepbrother and his wife Valley. It would open and close its eyes. When I was older, my boyfriend and I even exchanged gifts. He gave me a glass hen on a nest filled with chewing gum. I have him a ten-cent harmonica.

In 1944, my mother bought a store in Honaker. There was nothing unusual about this town except it had a movie theatre. They only showed movies on Saturday. It cost twenty cents to get into the movie. Mom said I could go if my brother Lloyd went with me. He would walk me to the ticket booth and say, “’K, sis, you are on your own.’ I don’t know where he went, but he was always there when the movie was over. Even with her ESP, I don’t think mom ever knew about this.

Hope you enjoyed my life as a child, and remember the greatest gift that God has given us is the gift of imagination.

18. Muriel Alene[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married, first, George Alexander Jones 3 Jun 1933. Born 3 Dec 1907. Children:

518. i. Joyce Isabell[7]. Born 23 Sep 1933. 518. ii. Jerry Ronald. Born 19 Jan 1940.

She married, second, Andrew Wayne Thomas in Jun 1949. Born 21 Jan 1914. Children:

518. iii. Ralph Wayne (adopted). Born 3 Jul 1951.

519. Jesse Harold[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). He married, first, Maxine Wells 6 Aug 1938 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born 23 Aug 1917 in Doe Creek, Ky. Died

16 Oct 1998 in Danville, Ky. Buried in Lanham Cem., Liberty, Ky. They divorced. Children:

519. i. Melva Rae[7]. Born 20 May 1940.

520. Levi Millard[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jan 1920 in Tip Top, Tazewell Co., Va. Died 5 Apr 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Buried in Crown Hill Cem., Cincinnati. He was Pentecostal.

He married Mary Louise Tilton, daughter of Earl Frederick Tilton and Gwendolyn Moluf, 16 Jan 1941 in Newport, Ky. Born 10 Sep 1923 in Rockford, Ill. Died 2 Jul 2011 in Fairfield, Ohio. Buried in Crown Hill Memorial Park, Cincinnati. She was Pentecostal.

Cincinnati [Ohio] Enquirer, 6 Jul 2011: Mary L. Hess, 87, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away Sat. July 2, 2011 at her home. She was preceded in death by her children’s father Levi Hess and her late husband Harold and one son Arnold, as well as one sister, one brother and her parents. Mary is survived by her five children, Mark (Sue) Hess, Sharon (Ray) Turner, Shirley Blevins, Stephen (Norma) Hess and Darrell (Boni) Hess. Mary is also survived by one brother, Donald Tilton and 21 grandchildren and several great and great-great grandchildren. Mary loved and was active in her church; she will be missed by her family and all who knew her. A visitation will be held on Thurs., July 7, 2011 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gospel Assembly Church, 12055 Pippin Road in Cincinnati, where a funeral service will follow on Fri., July 8, 2011 at 10 a.m. with Pastors Rick Moore and Roger Stevenson officiating. Neidhard-Snow Funeral Home, 7401 Hamilton Avenue in Mt. Healthy, is serving the family. Burial will follow at the Crown Hill Memorial Park, 11825 Pippin Road in Cincinnati. To continue Mary’s story please visit www.neidhardsnowfuneralhome.com

After Levi’s death, she married his brother Jesse Harold in 1992. Children (of Levi Millard and Mary Louise):

520. i. Arnold Lee[7]. Born 14 Feb 1942. 520. ii. Mark Wesley. Born 7 Apr 1943. 520. iii. Sharon Lynne. Born 9 Sep 1946. 520. iv. Shirley Elaine. Born 22 Aug 1947. 520. v. Stephen Lewis. Born 5 Nov 1948. 520. vi. Darrell Wayne. Born 4 Jul 1950.

521. Mary Eunice Esther[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Raymond Anthony Grant 1 Jan 1941 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born 17 Dec 1910 in Cincinnati. Children:

521. ii. Myron Dale (called Dale). Born 24 Apr 1948.521. iii. Cynthia Jean. Born 5 Jan 1968.

522. Leona Irene[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 1999 she lived in West Chester, Ohio. Born in Tip Top, Va.

She married James Arvle McElwain. Born in Russellville, Todd Co., Ky. Children:

522. i. Alvin Dennis (called Dennis). Born 29 May 1951. 522. ii. Melvin Douglas (called Doug). Born 23 Nov 1954.

524. Martha Madeline[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married, second, Charles Costigan Jr. Children:

524. i. Michael J.[7]. Born 25 Feb 1953. 524. ii. Gary E. Born 7 Oct 1955.

525. Myrtle Alice[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Harold C. Skidmore. Died 21 Mar 1998. Buried in Greenlawn Cem., Milford, Ohio. Children:

525. ii. Kathleen Sue. Born 29 Oct 1951. 525. v. Alice Ann. Born 23 Nov 1957.

526. Evelyn Hope[6] Hess (Nannie[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married, second, Elmo A. Amorini 20 Sep 1960. Born 23 Jan 1917. Died 20 Mar 1984. Buried in Gate of

Heaven Cem., location not reported, possibly Cincinnati area.She had one child with Unknown, adopted by her second husband.

526. ii. Randy Christopher. [Amorini] Born 3 Jan 1961.

528. Pearl Elizabeth[6] Taylor (Jesse Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). This paragraph should be dropped from Honaker Family in America’s second edition.

529. Willard Jess[6] Honaker (Jesse Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Mar 1921 in Honaker, Va. Died 18 Dec 2002 in Bucyrus, Crawford Co., Ohio. Buried in Oakwood Cem., unknown place.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 24 Dec 2002: Willard J. Honaker, 81, of 425 E. Lucas St., Bucyrus, died Wed., Dec. 18, 2002 at the [emergency room] at Bucyrus Community Hospital. He had been declining in health for the past nine months. He was born March 19, 1921 in Honaker, Va., to the late Jesse and Dora (Taylor) Honaker. He married Mary Ruth Wilson on Dec. 13, 1946 and she survives. Survivors include two sons, Jessie and his wife Peggy of Bucyrus, Steve Honaker of Ashland, two daughters, Kathi and husband Kenny Shupp of Bucyrus, Michelle and fiancée Michael Hinckley of Cincinnati [Ohio]; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ralph (Judy) Honaker of Bucyrus, Robert (Mavis) Honaker of Honaker, Va.; three sisters, Alma (Doug) Martin and Anna (Dan) Hess, both of Honaker, Va., and Beaulah (Jim) Rogers of Key West, Fla. He is preceded in death by three sisters, Pearl Honaker, Margaret Randolph, and Lola Garrett. An area resident for most of his life, he worked for Crawford Steel and for Don Young Construction. He served in the Army during [World War II] in the 3rd Combat Cargo Group in China, [Burma] and Central [Burma]. He received both the American and [Asiatic-Pacific] Theater campaign medals and was awarded three bronze service stars and a [Good] Conduct Medal. He enjoyed gardening, flowers, and woodworking. Funeral services were Saturday with the Rev. Faith Projetti officiating. Burial followed with military honors provided by the American Legion Post #181 at Oakwood Cem.. Memorial contributions may be made to Medcentral Hospice in care of the funeral home. Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home was in charge.

He married Mary Ruth Wilson, daughter of Clarence L. and Edith Neldine Thompson Wilson, 13 Dec 1946 in Pikeville, Pike Co., Ky. Born 25 Jul 1930 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Feb 2014 in Bucyrus, Ohio.

crawfordcountynow.com, 6 Mar 2014 (with photograph): Mary Ruth Honaker of Bucyrus passed away at 11:10 a.m. Tue., Feb. 18, 2014 in Altercare of Bucyrus. She had been in declining health. Mary was born in Russell Co., Va., July 25, 1930 to the late Edith Neldine Thompson and Clarence L. Wilson. She was raised in a large and loving family of six sisters: Pat, Dot, Martha, Betty, Sue and Alice as well as four brothers, Clarence, B.F., Charlie and Walt. She is survived by sisters Martha Fortner of Bucyrus and Alice White of Montana. Mary was married Dec. 13, 1946 in Pikeville, Ky., to Willard J. Honaker and they were married 56 years before Willard passed on Dec. 18, 2002. Mary and Willard had four children: Jesse (Peg) Honaker, Steve (Don Gregg) Honaker, Kathi (Tom) Laughbaum and Michelle (Michael) Hathrous. Jesse and Steve both preceded her in death in 2012. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Josie Feeley, Sam (Jenna) Born, Bo (Cassie) Honaker, Zane Barrett, Candee (Mike Olshavsky) Brown and Greyson Hathorus; four great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Throughout her life Mary worked at Swan, General Electric and Tecumseh. After retiring from manufacturing, she found her true calling in working as a health care aide at Belle Michael Home and in Home Healthcare. She was a caring and compassionate person. In her spare time, Mary liked doing crafts, playing cards with her family and

baking. Everyone loved her baked goods, especially her famous “gobs.” She had a strong and playful personality that lasted her until the end of her life. Mary was a loving mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home with burial to follow in Oakwood Ceetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4–7 p.m. Expressions of sympathy can be left at munzprinstill.com

Children:

947. i. Jessie Lee[7]. Born 4 Aug 1950 in Richlands, Va.ii. Steven Louis. Born 26 May 1952. Died 16 Mar 2012 in Wooster, Wayne Co., Ohio.

Telegraph-Forum, Bucyrus, Ohio, 27 Mar 2012: Wooster—Steven Louis Honaker, 59, formerly of Bucyrus and most recently of Wooster, passed away on Fri., March 16, 2012 in Wooster. Steve was born in Bucyrus May 26, 1952 to the late Willard J. Honaker and Mary R. (Wilson) Honaker who survives in Bucyrus. In addition to his mother, Steve is survived by son, Zane Barrett of Columbus; life partner, Don Gregg of Wooster; brother, Jesse (Peggy) Honaker, Bucyrus; sisters, Kathi (Tom) Laughbaum, Bucyrus and Michelle (Michael) Hathorus of Cincinnati. Steve was a draftsman and engineer. He worked for ITT and in the early 1970s put communications systems in Africa. During the early 1980s Steve worked for Martin-Marietta in Baltimore, Md. Steve later worked at T.J.’s and Posey’s as a cook. He loved camping, boating, dancing and was an excellent swimmer, cook, and artist. Memorial services will be held on Sat., April 14th in the Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice and expressions of sympathy can be left at munzpirnstill.com.

948. iii. Mary Katherine. (called Kathi)529. iv. Michelle Lynna. Born 27 Jul 1967.

530. Robert Lee[6] Honaker (Jesse Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Nov 1922 in Honaker, Va. Died 9 Nov 2012 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Herald Courier, Bristol (Tenn.-Va.), 11 Nov 2012 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 14 Nov 2012: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Robert Honaker, age 89, passed away Fri., Nov. 9, 2012, in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born Nov. 21, 1922, in Honaker, he was the son of the late Jesse Burke and Dora Katherine Taylor Honaker. He was a life-long resident of the area. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Kenneth Lee Honaker and Timothy Mark Honaker; one brother, Willard Honaker; four sisters, Pearl Honaker, Beulah Russ, Lola Garrett and Margaret Randolph. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Mavis Compton Honaker; four daughters, Teresa Ann Newberry of Swords Creek, Va., Sandra Jean Presley of Honaker, Carol “Mrs. Frank” Canady of Chesapeake, N.C., and Patricia Ray of Richmond, Va.; ten grandchildren, Christopher Newberry, Jessica Watts, Dustin Presley, Misty Sample, Silas Canady, Seth Canady, Aaron Canady, Lydia George, Anna Barry and Yvonne Goddard; 18 great-grandchildren; one brother, Ralph Honaker and wife, Judy, of Bucyrus, Ohio; two sisters, Anna Hess and husband, Dan, of Honaker and Alma Martin of Honaker. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m., Mon., Nov. 12, 2012, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Roy Lee Wilson and the Rev. Chester Caudill. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m., Sunday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net

He married, first, Alma J. Dent 1942. They divorced 1949. Children:

i. Patricia Ann[7]. Born 9 Jan 1946. She married Unknown Ray.

He had a child with Billie Dove[7] Honaker, daughter of Taze[6] and Grace E.[6] Honaker (Martin[1]):

ii. Carol. Raised by her aunt and uncle Darleen and J.W. Martin, her line continues under their listing.

He married, second, Lola Mavis Compton (called Mavis), daughter of Willy Floyd Compton and Lacey Unknown, 18 Aug 1951. Born 19 Jun 1933. Children:

iii. Kenneth Lee. Born 22 Nov 1952. Died 24 Nov 1952. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va.530. iv. Teresa Ann. Born 30 Jul 1954.530. v. Sandra Jean. Born 6 Apr 1956.

vi. Timothy Mark. Born 14 Aug 1958. Died 12 Jun 1976. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

532. Anna Louise[6] Honaker (Jesse Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Mar 1930 in Honaker, Va. Died 20 Sep 2015 in Honaker. Buried in Frank Smith Cem., Big A Mountain, Russell Co., Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 23 Sep 2015, with photograph: Anna Louise Honaker Hess, age 85, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Sept. 20, 2015 in Honaker, Va. Born March 31, 1930 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Jesse Burke and Dora Catherine Taylor Honaker. She had spent most of her life in the Honaker area and was a member of Word of Victory Fellowship Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Kenneth Allen Hess, two brothers, Willard Honaker and Robert Honaker, and four sisters, Pearl Honaker, Beulah Russ, Lola Garrett, and Margaret Randolph. Survivors include her husband of sixty-eight years, Dan Arlon Hess of the home; one son, Lynn Arlon Hess and wife, Mary of Honaker; three grandchildren, Randall Jerl Hess and wife, Stephenia, Tressa Ann Dye, and Sharon Elane Israel; one brother, Ralph Honaker and wife, Judy; one sister, Alma Martin; one sister-in-law, Mavis Honaker; special friends, Ed and Gay Childress; four great-grandchildren, Andrea Hope Dye, Keisha Lee Blackwell, Samuel Bret Dye, and Landon Scott Israel; three step-great-grandchildren, Amy Saunders, Katie Tilley, and Cody Tilley; three great-great-grandchildren, three step-great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Tiger X Pharmacy, MSA Home Health and Hospice, and MSA Home Medical Equipment. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wed., Sept. 23, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Rod Wicker, Rev. Kenneth Taylor, and Rev. Claude Rose officiating. Interment will follow in the Frank Smith Cem. on Big A Mountain, Virginia. Pallbearers will be: Randall Hess, Samuel Dye, Matt Blackwell, Dustin Presley, Jeremy Saunders, Cameron Fry, Cody Tilley, Jason Israel, and Jimmy Dye. Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Martin, Randy Martin, Larry Honaker, and Eric Honaker. The family will receive friends at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Tuesday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

She married Dan Arlon Hess, son of Clarence Theodore Hess (called Red) and Loa Mae Crispe, 26 Sep 1947 in Pikeville, Ky. Born 2 Aug 1928 (also reported as 20 Aug 1929) in Honaker, Va. Children:

i. Kenneth Allen[7]. Born 20 Aug 1948 in Richlands, Va. Died 22 Aug 1948 in Richlands. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker, Va.

949. ii. Lynn Arlon. Born 13 Jun 1951 in Richlands.

533. Alma Jean[6] Honaker (Jesse Burke[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Mar 1930 in Putnam, Russell Co., Va.

She married Douglas Malcolm Martin, son of Ezra Henry Martin and Inez Mable Chapman, 18 Aug 1951 in Elk Garden, Va. Born 9 Feb 1930 in Richlands, Va. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 23 years of service and became chief engineer of North America Trailing Co.

Bluefield Daily Telegraph, 13 Dec 2009 and Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 11 Dec 2009: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Douglas M. Martin, age 79, passed away Thurs., Dec. 10, 2009, at his home surrounded by his family. Born Feb. 9, 1930 in Richlands, Va., he was a son of the late Ezra H. and Inez Chapman Martin. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1947, where he served until 1970. He served in many varied commands, Commander River Squadron 11 in Vietnam, and retired as operations chief at Shore Patrol Headquarters, Key West, Fla., in March 1970. During his 23 years active duty, he received multiple commendation awards including Good Conduct Award (four oak leaf clusters), National Defense Service Medal (one bronze star), Navy Commendation Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal (Cuba), Antarctica Service Medal (one bronze star), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon. He then went to work for the Merchant Marine from 1970 until 1996. After his retirement, he continued his life of engineering and tinkering for many neighbors, friends, and family. He loved riding his tractor on his farm or fixing the unfixables in his shop. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, William Martin; and one sister, Betty Martin Woods. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Alma J. Honaker Martin of the home; four daughters, Sharon McDonald and husband, Blain of Key West, Fla., Deborah Fry and husband, Gregory of Honaker, Dena Crabtree and husband, Paul of Virginia Beach, Va., and Linda McGlothlin and husband, Keith of Honaker; two sons, Randal Martin and Gary Martin and wife, Vanessa, all of Honaker; grandchildren, Stephenie Dye and husband, Tim of Rosedale, Todd Fry and wife, Rachelle, Bryan McGlothlin and wife, Amanda, Jennifer Miller, Selena Geary and husband, Heath, Chance Dye, Kala McGlothlin, Miranda Martin, Evan Dye, Andrew Dye, Rebecca Martin, and Morgan McGlothlin, all of Honaker, Kimberly Jessee and husband, Marcus and Stephen Martin, all of Lebanon, Nicole Boggs and husband, Dennis and Tracy Tucker and husband, Eric, all of Virginia Beach, Cory Crabtree and fiancée, Megan of Chesapeake, and Danielle Hayes and husband, Nathan of Swords Creek, 17 great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren; and several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and special buddies also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va. with Pastor Larry Brooks and Pastor Chris Musick officiating. Entombment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at

Lebanon, Va. Military graveside honors will be conducted by American Veteran Honor Guard of Richlands, Va., and [Disabled American Veterans] Chapt. 31 of Tazewell County. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, National Lupus Foundation, or the church of your choice. Pallbearers will be Todd Fry, Bryan McGlothlin, Cory Crabtree, Stephen Martin, Morgan McGlothlin, Dennis Boggs, Eric Tucker, Tim Dye, and Marcus Jessee. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Brown, Jim McGlothlin, Clarence Tex Hurt, Leroy Durance, and Jim Taylor. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday. To leave personal condolences online, visit www.legacy.com.

534. Ralph Henison[6] Honaker (Basil H.[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

534. i. Larry H.[7] Born 6 Aug 1956.534. ii. Pamela J. Born 27 Oct 1959.

iii. Jerrery T. Born 26 Dec 1962.iv. Eric Vaughan. Born 30 Dec 1965. He married Jodi Lynn Stiefel 14 Aug 1993 in Bucyrus, Ohio.

535. Letha Mae[6] Honaker (Basil H.[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). A story about and photograph of Letha, concerning a 1938 Valentine’s Day gift from her husband Charles, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, May-Jun 2000.

Letha’s husband Charles was born 17 May 1915 in Hazard, Ky. Died 1 Oct 1998 in Springfield, Ohio. Buried in Rose Hill Cem., Springfield, Ohio.

Springfield [Ohio] News & Sun, 3 Oct 1998, with photograph): Charles Walters, Jr., 83, of South Charleston [Ohio], passed away Thurs., Oct. 1, 1998 in Essex of Springfield. He was born May 17, 1915 in Hazard, Ky., the son of Charles Sr. and Julia [Dickenson] Walters. Mr. Walters was a Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Letha (Honaker) Walters of South Charleston; two sons and daughter-in-law, Gerald and Kathy Walters of South Charleston, Ronald Walters of South Charleston; daughter, Peggy Bray of South Charleston; brother, George Walters of Springfield; sister, Beryl Schwake of Springfield, eight grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Vicky Williams; and a brother, Everett Walters. Friends may call from 3–5 p.m. Sunday in the Richards, Raff & Dunbar Memorial Home and one half hour prior to service in the chapel of Rose Hill Burial Park. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the chapel with Rev. Forrest Dyer officiating. Burial will follow.

536. Ola Myrtle[6] Honaker (Basil H.[5], Robert[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 17 Mar 2002 in Bristol, Tenn.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 18 Mar 2002: Ola Myrtle Honaker Phipps, 92, of 1200 Carolina Ave., Bristol,

Tenn., passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2002, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 18, 1909, the daughter of the late Henry Russell and Eddie Ball Honaker. She was a member of First Methodist Church and attended Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. She was the widow of Cecil Phipps and was preceded in death by her daughter, Doris Jackson; sister, Faris Honaker; and brothers, Carl Honaker, Clyde Honaker and Claude Honaker. Survivors include: daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Buddy Gilbert of Bristol, Tenn.; son-in-law, Carl Jackson of Bristol, Tenn.; brothers, Wallace Honaker of Bristol, Tenn., and Joe Honaker of Bristol, Va.; granddaugther, Karen Jackson; grandson and spouse, Kevin and Amy Gilbert; two great-grandchildren, Gwendolyn and Daniel Gilbert; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted onTuesday at 11 a.m. at Glenwood Mausoleum with Rev. Frank Lethcoe officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. E-mail condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family would like to express appreciation to Louise Honaker and Phyllis Hughes for their love and faithfulness, to Dr. Jeffrey Ginther for the excellent care and to the nurses and staff of 3rd floor west at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

537. Clyde Marshall[6] Honaker (Henry Russell[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Jan 1915 in Bristol, Tenn. (also reported as Russell Co., Va.) Died Jun 1994 in Bristol, Tenn.

He married Nancy Thompson, daughter of John Thompson and Sarah Phillips, in Bristol, Tenn. Born ca. 1919. Died 22 Jun 2010.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 24 Jun 2010: Nancy Thompson Honaker, age 91, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Tue., June 22, 2010, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was the daughter of the late John and Sarah Phillips Thompson and the wife of the late Clyde Honaker. She had lived her whole life in Bristol. She was a former employee of Big Jack Manufacturing. Mrs. Honaker was the oldest living charter member of Belle Meadows Baptist Church. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Marshall Honaker; grandson, Russell Honaker Jr.; and sisters, Edith Roberts, Virginia Cross, and Loma Campbell. Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Honaker Booher and husband Les of Troutville, Va.; sons, Russell Honaker and wife Ruth of Bristol, Va., Wayne Honaker and wife Linda of Bristol, Va., Larry Honaker and wife Dottie of Bristol, Tenn.; sisters, Julie Thompson Malcolm of Bristol, Va.; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a very dear friend, Cathy

Cooper Fisher. Funeral services for Mrs. Honaker will be held 4 p.m. Sat., June 26, 2010, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Brad Davis and Rev. Dewey Williams officiating. The burial will follow in Mountain View Cem.. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons, Tim Booher, Mark Booher, Jeff Booher, Brian Fitzgerald, Derrick Honaker, and Jason Currin. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Campbell, Chad Rodriquez, and Rodney Collins. The family would like to express their appreciation to the caregivers at Grace HealthCare. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

Children:

962. i. Marshall E.[7]537. ii. Russell Allen.

iii. Larry. He married Dottie Unknown.iv. Wayne. He married Linda Unknown.v. Barbara. She married Les Booher.

539. Joe Russell[6] Honaker (Henry Russell[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 May 1923 in Bristol, Tenn. Died 27 Dec 2009 in Bristol, Va. Interred in Glenwood Cem., Bristol, Tenn.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 28 Dec 2009: Bristol, Va.—Joe Honaker, age 86, passed away on Sun., Dec. 27, 2009, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. Arrangements will be announced by Weaver Funeral Home.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 29 Dec 2009 (with photograph): Bristol, Va.—Joe Russell Honaker, age 86, passed away on Dec. 27, 2009, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, one of seven children, to the late Russell and Etta Lee Ball Honaker. Joe retired from the Bristol Virginia Police Department in 1983 after beginning his career in 1946. He was a member of Reynolds Memorial United Methodist Church, Shelby Masonic Lodge, and a charter member of the Bristol Virginia Life Saving Crew. He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. Mr. Honaker was preceded in death by his son, Kent Honaker. Survivors include: wife of 64 years, Joyce Crockett Honaker; daughter, Jo Hutton and husband Ron; grandson, Tanner Hutton; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Wed., Dec. 30, 2009, at the Glenwood Mausoleum with Dr. Mike Jackson officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6–8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers include: the Bristol Virginia Police Department and the Bristol Virginia Sheriff’s Department. The family would like to say a special thanks to Shirley and Carol Musick, Susan and Doug Murray, Randy Mathesius, Ruth Hutton, Dr. John Green, Dr. Loria and staff, and to the staff of Bristol Dialysis Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Imagination Library, P.O. Box 17122, Bristol, VA 24201; or the Bristol Lifesaving Crew, 1601 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA 24201. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

He married Joyce Crockett 22 Sep 1945 in Kent, England. Born 23 Jan 1926 in Dover, England. They were Methodist. Children:

i. Kent Russell[7]. Born 12 Feb 1947 in Bristol, Va. Died 12 Jun 1950 in Bristol, Va.539. ii. JoAlisa. Born 28 Apr 1963 in Bristol, Va.

540. Betty Lee[6] Honaker (Raymond Lee[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 2 Feb 2003 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Montgomery Cem., Bristol, Tenn.

Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 4 Feb 2003: Betty Lee Honaker Gray, 68, of 1427 Holston Dr., Bristol, Tenn., went to be with the Lord Sun. Feb. 2, 2003, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born in Bristol, Va., the daughter of the late Raymond and Cassie Stevens Honaker. She was a 1953 graduate of Tennessee High School where she played clarinet and made the All-State Band. She [went on to do her undergraduate work at Carson-Newman College where she was active in Delta Kappa Gamma; took a master’s degree from East Tenessee State University]; and later retired from the Bristol, Tenn., School System. During those years she also served as the reading tutor. She was a member of Bristol Concert Choir and was a member of Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. She was organist at Litzmanor Baptist Church and former pianist and organist of Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by a brother, Bob A. Honaker; and a sister, Veryl Honaker. Survivors include: husband, R. Zane Gray; son, David Lee Gray and wife [Angela Barrett] Gray; and grandson, James Harrison Gray. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Houck officiating, assisted by Rev. Tim Stevens. Interment will follow at Montgomery Cem.. Pallbearers include David L. Gray, Mike Owen, Russell Stevens, Everett Stevens, Bob Honaker Jr. and John Honaker. The family asks that memorials be made to Bristol, Tenn., High School Retired Teachers Scholarship Fund, Virginia Avenue Baptist Church, 1401 Virginia Ave., Bristol TN or North Star Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 2455 Kingmill Pike, Bristol VA. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Children:

540. i. David Lee[7]. Born 6 Jul 1967 in Johnson City, Tenn.

541. Bobby Allen[6] Honaker (Raymond Lee[5], Henry[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 6 Feb 1998 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Montgomery Cem., Bristol, Tenn.

Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Feb 1998: Bob Allen Honaker, Sr., 61, of 153 Webb Court Drive, Bristol, Tenn., died Fri., Feb. 6, 1998 in Bristol Regional Medical Center He was a lifelong resident of Bristol, a U.S. Army Reserve master sergeant, retired, was employed by Monroe, and was retired from Orkin Exterminating. He was a charter member of Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church and a former deacon at Fairmount Presbyterian Church. He was a 1955 graduate of Tennessee High School. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Jean Honaker; three sons, Stephen Rhea Honaker, Bristol, Tenn., Bob Allen Honaker II, Winter Haven, Fla., and Christopher John Honaker, Bluff City, Tenn.; one daughter, Sara Jo Carrier, Bristol, Tenn.; one sister, Betty H. Gray, Bristol, Tenn.; one grandson; and several nieces and nephews.

Bristol [Tenn./Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Feb 1998: Interment services for Bob Allen Honaker, Sr., will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in Montgomery Cem. with military honors conducted by V.F.W. Patton-Crosswhite Post 6975. Pallbearers will be Bob Richards, Everett Stevens, David Gray, Mike Dixon, Bill Blevins and Richard W. Carrier. Honorary pallbearers will be Drs. James Bowman, T.C. Greene, Matthew Wood, Walter R. Gaylor, Jeffrey Neill, Fred Slaughter, Barry Wright and friends and neighbors of Webb Court Drive. Mr. Honaker, who loved his family, his God, and his country, is also survived by one son in law, Joel A. Carrier; one daughter in law, Myra Honaker; and one grandson, Nathaniel Allen Carrier, of Bristol, Tenn. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Bristol Life Saving Crew or to the church of your choice. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge.

He married Barbara Jean Thomas, daughter of Joseph A. Thomas and Mamie E. Payne, 1 Jun 1956 at Fairmount Presbyterian Church, Bristol, Tenn. Born 6 Jun 1936 in Bristol, Tenn. She graduated from Bristol [Tenn.] High School in 1954 and attended Virginia Intermont College from 1954 to 1957. She was employed by Bristol Memorial Hospital from 1980 to 1987, and Cambridge House Nursing Home from 1989 to 1995 as a licensed practical nurse. In 2000 s lived in Bristol, Tenn., where she was a member of Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church in America, and her interests included music, gardening, sewing and reading. Children:

i. Stephen Rhea[7]. Born 15 Nov 1957 in Bristol, Tenn. He graduated from Sullivan East High School, Bristol, Tenn., in 1976, and took a B.S. in Biology from East Tennessee State University in 1989. He was given a Daughters of the American Revolution award in 1973, a Piney Flats Ruritan gift certificate in 1976, and a number of other high school academic awards. He was a bookkeeper for the Bristol YMCA from 1978 to 1981, Southeastern Band Festival committee chair in 1978, a Virginia High School League baseball official in 1978, assistant district administrator of Virginia District Little League in 1980, East Tennessee State University resident assistant in 1985, United Way Student Drive chair in 1987, and homecoming committee publicity chair in 1988. He was one of the Junior Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Young Men of America in 1988. In 2000 he lived in Bristol, worked in the East Tennessee State University registrar’s office, and since 1978 had been a high school sports referee and umpire. He was a member of Fellowship Chapel Church, Bristol, Va., and his interests included sports, golfing, and surfing.

541. ii. Sara Jo. iii. Bobby Allen, II. Born 19 Jun 1961 in Bristol, Tenn. He graduated from Sullivan East High

School, Bristol, Tenn., in 1979, where he was active in marching band for three years. In 1985 he took a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Business Management from East Tennessee State University. While at the university his activities included Resident Hall Association president, Student Government Association, Marching Band, Student Leadership Workshop, and Bristol Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees.) He was selected as one of the Jaycees’ Outstanding Young Men of America in 1985. Bob was employed in Morgantown, W.Va., from 1985 to 1987, and by Rice Services at Ft. Benning, Ga., from 1987 to 1991. He is vice president of Cosner Manufacturing, Inc., Lake Wales, Fla. He is a member of Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church in America and attends First Presbyterian Church in America, Winter Haven, Fla., where he makes his home. He enjoys music, cooking, gardening, golf, and skiing. His mother observed that he was the very image of his dad, but was her likeness as far as the first three hobbies were concerned.

iv. Christopher John. Born 25 Jan 1970 in Bristol, Tenn. He graduated from Sullivan East High School in 1988. While a student there he received a number of academic awards. He was a line

supervisor at Federal Pacific from 1991 to 1996, and in 2000 was an automotive mechanic at A-1 Transmission, Bluff City, Tenn. He married Myra L. Shelton, daughter of Sherman Shelton and Mary Jane Unknown of Bristol, 24 Sep 1994 in Blountville [Tenn.] Christian Church, where they were members. Born 1 Jan 1970 in Bristol, Tenn. Myra was a 1988 graduate of Bristol [Tenn.] High School. Her interests included church work, and NASCAR and Winston Cup automotive racing. In 2000 Christopher and Myra lived in Bluff City, Tenn.

543. Mary Ruth[6] Honaker (called Ruth) (Morgan Thomas[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

543. i. Shelby Jean[7]. Born 27 Jan 1937 in Swords Creek, Va.543. ii. Franklin Delano (called Frank). Born 22 Sep 1939 in Swords Creek, Va.543. iv. Peggy Ann. Born 1 Jan 1945 in Swords Creek, Va.

v. Patricia Georgina. She married, third, Larry Sheppard.543. vi. Richard Cleveland (called Ricky). Born 28 Nov 1953 in Richlands, Va.

545. Lorine Mildred[6] Honaker (called Mildred) (Morgan Thomas[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Sep 1928 in Russell Co., Va. Died of diabetes and heart disease 1 May 1997 in Harris, Sullivan Co., N.Y. She lived in Hurleyville, Liberty and Swan Lake, N.Y.

She had one child with Unknown:

545. i. Brenda Joyce[7] [Honaker]. Born 2 Aug 1948 in Russell Co., Va.

She married, first, William Wormuth ca. 1951 in Delaware. Died in 1952 in Deposit, N.Y. Children:

545. ii. Bradley Thomas. Born 19 Sep 1952 in Deposit.

She married, second, Donald Graham Stewart, son of Otto Stewart and Sarah Morton. Born 30 Jan 1919 in Liberty, Sullivan Co., N.Y. Died 23 Jul 1996 in Liberty. Children:

545. iii. Darlene. Born 21 Feb 1967 in Loomis, N.Y.545. iv. Casey Dawn (called Dawn). Born 18 Jun 1969 in Monticello, N.Y.

547. Madison O’Coy[6] Honaker (called Bob) (Morgan Thomas[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married, first, Caroline Unknown. She was killed in an automobile accident. Children:

i. Robert M.[7] Born Oct 1957 in Liberty, N.Y. He married Penni Unknown.

He married, second, Shirley Miller. Children:

ii. Richard Dean. Died in an automobile accident in 1993 in Pennsylvania.

548. William Edward[6] Honaker (Morgan Thomas[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Nov 1937 in Swords Creek, Va. Died at home 14 Feb 1999 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Temple Hill Memorial Gardens, Lebanon. He was disabled but enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing guitar.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Feb 1999: Bill E. Honaker, 61, died at his residence Sun., Feb. 14, 1999. He was a former employee of Schrade Cutlery in Ellenville, N.Y. and Piggly Wiggly in Lebanon, Va. He attended the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Honaker; daughter, Lila J. Honaker of the home; two sons, Gregory Scott Honaker and Daniel Lee Honaker, both of Lebanon, Va.; one brother, Roland Honaker of Woodbourne, N.Y.; two grandchildren, Shandi Honaker and Eric Honaker. Funeral services were conducted at 8 p.m. Monday in the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church with Dr. Tony Collins and Rev. Don Nation officiating. Graveside services were Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Temple Hill Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were friends of the family. Mr. Honaker was preceded in death by five brothers, Ralph, Bob, Paul, Claude, [Edgar] Honaker; three sisters, Ruth Gillespie, Mildred Stewart and Frances Rider. Lebanon Funeral Home was in charge.

He married Mary Ann Morton, daughter of Lester Mattison and Anna Helena Morton, 8 May 1965 at Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church. Born 3 Jan 1947 in Silver Lake, N.Y. In 1998 she was a secretary for Southwest Virginia Alcohol Treatment Program. She was president of the Lebanon Barracuda Swim Team and a member of the

Missions and Education committees of the Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, stained glass, plastic canvas, and other crafts, and helped with Honaker Family Association reunions in Lebanon. Children:

965. i. Gregory Scott[7]. Born 3 Nov 1965 in Liberty, N.Y.ii. Daniel Lee. Born 14 Sep 1966 in Liberty. Died 20 Nov 2011.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 25 Nov 2011 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 30 Nov 2011: Lebanon, Va.—Daniel Lee Honaker, 45, passed away on Sun., Nov. 20, 2011, due to ALS. Born in Liberty, N.Y., on Sept. 24, 1966, he was the son of Mary Ann (Morton) Honaker and the late Bill Edward Honaker. Survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Honaker of Lebanon; brother, Gregory Honaker and wife, Teresa, of Abingdon; niece and nephew, Shandi and Eric Honaker; sister, Lila Honaker of Knoxville, Tenn.; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and his caregivers, his aunt, Ann Adkins and Dan Montgomery. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 26, 2011, at Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. before the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Association DC/MD/VA Chapter, 7507 Standish Place, Rockville, MD 20855. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.owensfuneralservice.com. Owens Funeral Service and Cremation Services, Lebanon, is in charge of arrangements.

iii. Lila Jean. Born 11 Mar 1983 in Lebanon, Va. A story about and photograph of the Lebanon High School Pioneer Players, a thespian group whose members include Lila, appeared in Lebanon [Va.] News 3 Nov 1999. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 2001. She took a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2005. From Jan 2005 to Feb 2007 she was a marketing associate for AC Entertainment, Knoxville, responsible for grassroots marketing for concerts, performance art productions and music festivals throughout the U.S. From Jun 2005 to present (Jan 2010) she was POD manager for Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, responsible for information hubs throughout a 700-acre property hosting 80,000 guests annually for the four-day festival. From Feb 2007 to present (Jan 2010) she was affiliate marketing manager for Scripps Networks, a developer of lifestyle content for mass media including the internet, including well known television programs House & Garden TV and Food Network. In 2010 she lived in Knoxville where her interests included performing arts, art, historic preservation, organic gardening and community volunteer activities. She belonged to the American Marketing Assn., Cable-Telecommunications Assn. for Marketing, National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Slow Food USA.

Bristol Herald Courier/Virginia-Tennessean “Scene Around” column, by Carla Twyman, 1 Jul 2001, with photograph: Theatre Bristol awards notable students

Theatre Bristol’s board of directors has named the 2001 winners of the Catherine F. DeCaterina Award with the $1,000 cash that goes with the high award and will be shared by the winners. The DeCaterina Award was established to honor Theatre Bristol’s founder by recognizing high school students who exhibit passion and commitment to the field of theatre arts.

Lila Jean Honaker, daughter of Mary Ann Honaker of Lebanon and the late Bill Honaker, and a 2001 graduate of Lebanon High School, has been active in various aspects of Theatre Bristol, including acting and teaching in the School of the Arts during Showbiz Saturdays.

Lila was a varsity cheerleader, and served as business manager and editor-in-chief of the yearbook. She also worked as host of the Lebanon High School radio show. In her community, Lila has worked as a leader for Kids Kamp for several years, as well as with the summer reading program at the Lebanon Public Library.

She’s going to the University of Tennessee in the fall. Lila was, most recently, in Theatre Bristol’s Grease, as Cha Cha DiGregorio, and she’s been in the theatre’s productions of Mame, Carousel, and South Pacific. …..

550. Elesta Bernard[6] Honaker (called Bernard) (James Monroe[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jun 1921 in Raven, Va. Died 29 Jan 1993 in Circleville, Ohio. He served in World War II and was wounded in Germany in 1945.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1993: E.B. (Bernard) Honaker, 72, of Circleville, Ohio, died Jan. 29, 1993 at the [Veterans Administration] Center Hospital, Chillicothe, Ohio. Born June 9, 1921 in Tazewell Co., Va., he was the son of the late Monroe and Bessie Bales Honaker. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Efner and Bufford Honaker. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Chafin Honaker; four daughters, Bernice (Merle) Toomey of Alexander, Geneva Putman of Cleveland, Betty (Ron) Kempton of Stoutsville, all in Ohio; Janet Honaker of Whitehouse, Tenn.; three sons, Louie (Lois)

Honaker of Gahanna, Ohio, Gary (Rhonda) Honaker of Chillicothe, Ohio, and Chester (Flo) Gilliam of Lovell, Wyo.; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; two brothers, Emmett (Lucille) Honaker of Hampton, Va., and the Rev. Don (Ruby) Honaker of Waco, Texas; and one sister, Imo Jean Honaker Compton of Bloomery, W.Va. Bernard was employed by the Borden Co. for 31 years. A World War II veteran, he received the Purple Heart and other medals for service to his country. He was a member of the Resurrection Baptist Church, Circleville. Funeral services were held Feb. 2 at the Defenbaugh-Wise Funeral Home. The Rev. Don Honaker and Bruce Engleman officiated with burial at Floral Hills Cem., Circleville.

He married, first, Leona P. Shepard. Children:

i. Bernice[7]. She married Merle Toomey and in 2002 lived in Alexander, Ohio.550. ii. Louie E. (called Bobby). Born 30 Dec 1943.

iii. Gary. He married Rhonda Unknown and in 1998 lived in Chillicothe, Ohio.iv. Janet. Born 30 Jun 1949 in Richlands, Va. Died 1 Sep 2009 in Columbus, Ohio. In 1993 she lived

in Whitehouse, Tenn.Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch, 3 Sep 2009: Janet Honaker, 60, of Columbus, died Tuesday

morning, Sept. 1, 2009 at Riverside Hospital. Born June 30, 1949 in Richlands, Va. to the late Elesta and Leona (Shepard) Honaker. Janet enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest by traveling, swimming and jet skiing, bicycling and playing sports, especially softball. She was a #1 [Ohio State University] Buckeye fan and enjoyed all of the sports at Ohio State, especially football. Survived by sister, Bernice (Merle) Toomey of Alexandria; brothers, Jimmy King of Lebanon, Va., Louie (Lois) Honaker of Galena, Gary (Rhonda) Honaker of Chillicothe; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Private memorial service will be held at the DeVore-Snyder Funeral Home, [State Rt.] 3 at 61, Sunbury, with Pastor Terry Biggs officiating. Inurnment at a later date in Virginia. Memorial contributions to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, 855 Grandview Ave., Suite 250, Columbus, OH 43215. Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com.

He married, second, Elizabeth Chafin Gilliam, daughter of Jim Chafin and Betty Blair. Born 8 Dec 1921 in Williamson, W.Va. Died 26 May 2007 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio. Buried in Floral Hills Cem., Circleville, Pickaway Co., Ohio. She had three adult children by a prior marriage, Geneva, Betty, and Chester. Bernard and Elizabeth had no children of their own. Elizabeth met Bernard when he was a patient, and she a nurse, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Chillicothe, Ohio. She owned a home in Circleville, Ohio, where they made their home.

551. Imo Jean[6] Honaker (James Monroe[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Sep 1928 in Raven, Va. Died 9 Sep 2015 in Ft. Walton Beach, Okaloosa Co., Fla. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2015: Imo Jean (Honaker) Compton, 86, of Ft. Walton Beach, Fla., died at home Sept. 9, 2015 following a sudden illness. Born Sept. 24, 1928 at Raven, Va., she was the only daughter of James Monroe and Bessie Ellen (Bales) Honaker. She spent most of her early life in Honaker, Va., and graduated from Honaker High School in May 1946. While in high school, she played basketball for The Honaker Lady Tigers. Following graduation she married Floyd "June" Compton, Jr. and secured a job with Southern Bell Telephone Company as a switchboard operator. She retired from Bell over forty years later having moved up to supervisor level. She and her daughter are the only immediate family members to have visited the gravesite of her brother Efner in France who was killed during combat in 1945 in Germany in World War II. She purchased ten acres of wooded property on top of her "Beautiful Mountain" in Bloomery, W.Va., and built her home. She lived most of her retirement years just enjoying her church, friends and taking care of her "old people." She would go into their homes, cook, clean house and take them to their doctor's appointments and never asked or received remuneration for her time. Hundreds of people each year at Christmas benefited from her tireless hours of standing over a stove making fudge candy and fruit cakes that was either hand carried or mailed to those living outside of her area. During the last several years of her "dear" Aunt Rose Honaker Stinson's life she would go back to Honaker, Va., and spend two to three weeks visiting her. During that time she would give her Aunt Rose's house a thorough cleaning. On one such visit she found her aunt experiencing some health issues and offered to just stay with her until she became stronger. Aunt Rose was a gracious, kind, but independent lady and declined her offer by saying, "Imo, I love you to death and look forward to your visit but when the visiting is over, it's time for you to go home." When Imo began experiencing health problems it was decided that she would live with her daughter in Virginia Beach, Va. A few years later she moved to Ft. Walton Beach, Fla., to be near a long time friend,

Juanita Fields. She was active in the Cinco Baptist Church, Ft. Walton Beach, and looked forward to attending their weekly Ladies Dominoes Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Compton, Jr., brothers Elesta Bernard, Emmett, Kenneth Efner, and Bufford Irlon Honaker. She is survived by her daughter, Patti Compton of Virginia Beach, Va., and one son, Bruce Compton of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; and brother, Rev. Don Honaker of Waco, Texas. She is also survived by one granddaughter, Kristine Winniford and husband Andrew of Rice, Wash., and four great-grandchildren, Andrew, Maykala, Fhamus and Liam Winniford of Rice, Wash. Wadkin-Davis Funeral Home handled her final arrangements. Her remains were sent back to Greenhills Memorial Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va., for burial. Courtesy Rev. Don Honaker, Waco, Texas

She married Floyd NMN Compton Jr., son of Floyd NMN Compton and Amy Hess, 8 Oct 1948 in Norfolk, Va. Born 24 Apr 1924 in Honaker, Va. Died 14 Nov 1972 in San Bernardino, Calif. Buried in St. Bernardine Memorial Gardens, San Bernardino. Children:

i. Bruce Allen[7]. Born 23 Nov 1950 in Norfolk. In 2015 he lived in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He married, first, Margaret Davis. They divorced. He married, second, Vicki Sue Roe, daughter of Stan Roe and Sally Unknown, in Sims, Shasta Co., Calif. Born 21 Jun 1957 in Redding, Calif. She had a daughter by a prior marriage, Kristine, born 13 Jul 1981 in San Bernardino.

ii. Patricia Ann. Born 24 Apr 1953 in Norfolk. In 2015 she lived in Virginia Beach, Va.

552. Bufford Irlon[6] Honaker (called Bub) (James Monroe[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).

553. Elmer Donald[6] Honaker (called Don) (James Monroe[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 19 Mar 1933 in Honaker, Va. He spent the first 19 years of his life in Honaker. After graduating from Honaker High School in 1952, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in South Korea during the time that the truce ended the Korean War. He left the Air Force as a staff sergeant in 1960 after eight years of service.

He married, first, Ruby Dell Bennett, daughter of John Allen Bennett and Sarah Emaline York, 19 Mar 1955 in Edgemont, Riverside Co., Calif. Born 18 Nov 1933 in Riesel, McLennan Co., Texas. Died 27 Dec 2003 in Waco, Texas. Buried in Rosemound Cem., Waco.

Tribune-Herald, Waco, Texas, 29 Dec 2003 (with photograph): Ruby Dell Honaker, 70, of Waco went to be with the Lord, Dec. 27, 2003. Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Bellmead Calvary Baptist Church, 912 E. Loop 340, with the Rev. James G. Adams officiating. Burial will follow at Rosemound Cem.. Visitation with the family will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Oak Crest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Blvd. Ruby was born Nov. 18, 1933 in Riesel to John Allen and Sarah (York) Bennett. She married the Rev. Don Honaker Mar. 19, 1955 and served the Lord along side her husband for more than 40 years. Their ministry took them to churches in Florida, North Carolina, Virginia and Texas, where she filled the position of pastor’s wife, mother, grandmother and dedicated children’s teacher and worker in each church they served. She was a member of Bellmead Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, John Allen Bennett, [Medera Lee] “Pug” Bennett and Albert Roger Bennett; and one sister, Beatrice Bragg. Ruby is survived by her husband, the Rev. Don Honaker of Waco; one son, Rickey Honaker and wife, Kathy of Ft. Worth; one daughter, Deanna Robin Hill of Waco; two grandsons, Philip Henry Honaker of San Marcos and Derrick Wayne Beckham of Waco; one granddaughter, Kimberly Ann Honaker of Ft. Worth. Also surviving are four brothers, Bill Bennett of West, Roy Bennett of Liberty, Don Bennett of Waco and David Bennett of Lexington; four sisters, Lola Mae Brunson of Farmers Branch, Arlena Mullins of Riesel, Helen Taylor of Arlington and Betty Fleishhauer of Riesel; and numerous nieces and nephews, along with a host of friends. The family wants to thank the many physicians, nurses and care givers that ministered to her comfort and medical needs during her long extended illness. We especially express our gratitude to Dr. Bill Chop, her attending physician. We also want to thank all of our church family and friends who sent cards, made visits and lifted us up in prayer. The family invites you to send and view messages at oakcrestwaco.com.

Don and Ruby spent the first part of their married lives while he was in military service. Their first home was a two-room apartment built on the back of a garage in Edgemont, Calif., the town where they married. They then moved successively to El Paso, Texas; the island of Guam in the South Pacific; and to a base in Ft. Worth, Texas. In Ft. Worth, Don was active in the Baptist Church and was called to the ministry. He graduated from what is now Arlington [Texas] Baptist College, and his first ministry was as pastor of Ft. Worth’s Central Baptist Church. He then was called to the Pine Level Baptist Church in Starke, Fla.; and then to Lauderhill, Fla. In Florida, Don laid the groundwork for a new church while earning money by teaching high school. He began First Baptist Church of Lauderhill with just the three members of his own family. In three months time he watched it grow so rapidly that he was able to work full time for the church. Don and Ruby returned to Waco in 1977 where he continued to be an active pastor. He started a new church, Messiah Baptist Temple, in

Hewitt, Texas, and continues to serve as its pastor. The fascinating story of his life’s work was published in Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 1994. Children (of Don and Ruby):

966. i. Rickey Donald[7]. Born 30 May 1956 at March AFB, Riverside Co., Calif.967. ii. Deanna Robin. Born 18 May 1966 in Ft. Worth, Texas.

He married, second, Mary Evelyn Prescott Guest, daughter of Charley Ford Prescott and Mary Margaret Dodson, 23 Sep 2011 in Lorena, McLennan Co., Texas. Born 10 Nov 1946 in Rosebud, Falls Co., Texas. She previously married Tommie Lee Guest, and in that marriage had one son, Keith Randall Guest, b. 7 Jul 1978 in Waco, McLennan County. He married Melissa Ann Haberman, daughter of Richard James Haberman and Catherine Linchnovsky, 18 May 2001 in Waco. They had two children, Deacon Connor Guest, b. 21 Aug 2007 in Waco; and Kellan Ryder Guest, b. 28 Jun 2010 in Waco.

A natural storyteller, Don authored a number of insightful and humorous columns for the Honaker Family Newsletter, some of which follow.

Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 2010: Lights Out at Tabernacle, by Rev. Don HonakerRecently I found myself driving down some streets in a section of Waco that at one time played an

important part in my daily routine. It seemed so long ago but in reality was only about 25 years ago. Okay…it was a long time ago. I must really be getting old! I was approaching Webster Street and without hesitation turned down the street.

Up ahead I could see what used to be the old Tabernacle Baptist Church, which now stood silent and empty. No cars, no people. I was sad as I looked at the old structure which had played such an important part in Waco history and even contributed to my life. What shame and disgrace must lie upon the shoulders of one man who was instrumental in its demise. I shall reveal some facts about the church momentarily.

July 25, 2010 found me standing in front of my bathroom mirror shaving. Suddenly there was a loud clap of thunder and the lights flickered. I could hear raindrops hitting the ceiling vent. I hesitated a moment and then continued shaving. Strange things happen while men go through the process of removing hair from their faces. I, at that moment, strange as it may be, started to remember an event that happened…oh say, 25 years earlier involving a Sunday morning electrical storm.

Foundations are ImportantThe Tabernacle Baptist Church of Waco, Texas had a unique and storied inception and a long and colorful

ministry among the citizens of our city. It had such noted and well-known preachers as Dr. B.H. Carroll, connected to the early days of Baylor University, who contributed to its beginning. Other great preachers of note included Dr. J. Frank Norris, the highly controversial and colorful Texas pastor from the early 1900s, likewise leaving his influence upon the then small congregation.

That was followed by Dr. Earl K. Oldham, president of Arlington Baptist College, making numerous trips to our fair city to preach at the tabernacle; and others too numerous to mention, leaving their influence indelibly etched into its storied past. However, not until the colorful and loud Dr. G. Riley Copeland took over the pulpit as pastor did Waco experience the phenomenon that borders on legend surrounding him, as stories passed from lip to lip and beyond, each time growing in proportion.

Texas Whirlwind UnleashedDr. Copeland landed on Waco like a modern day tornado. The spiritual upheaval he caused, up and down

the streets, in and out of homes, throughout our city, could only be measured by the carnage experienced in a future 1953 tornado that left half the city in shambles. His philosophy of preaching was long and loud and “win the lost at any cost.”

His evangelical or revival services were monumental in that they ran nightly and would last four to five weeks at a time. He would bring in the most hellfire and damnation preachers he could find because he was convinced that his city was the most wicked place on earth.

Each service would have record crowds. Every seat filled, people standing around the walls and up and down the aisles. Crowds spilled out onto the sidewalks and streets, listening to his preaching over loudspeakers mounted on the building.

These services took place beginning in the early 1900s and extended for several years. The church was blessed with growth to the point that it became necessary to purchase additional land for parking lots for members. Dr. Copeland was known by sight throughout the city. Loved by most, hated by some, his spiritual influence was undeniable.

I first heard about G. Riley Copeland while visiting my wife’s family in the mid 50s. I became involved in conversation with an older man at a local drug store and within minutes I had learned much about Dr. Copeland and the Tabernacle Church. It seemed everyone had at one time or another gotten involved with him, either at the church or in private conversation, and all seemed to have deep respect for the man.

A Hillbilly’s Transformation

Time marches on, and in 1962 I received the call to preach the Gospel. There was for me years of Bible college, followed by over 30 years of preaching from Texas, Florida, North Carolina and back to Texas. My extensive travels up and down the east coast and in churches throughout Texas added quality experience.

As I became better known among fundamental Baptist preachers, I would receive calls to pastor certain churches of which some were historic in nature. Such was the case surrounding a Florida church. I was asked to co-pastor the Pine Level Missionary Baptist Church, which happened to be the oldest fundamental Baptist church in the state. That church was founded by “Daddy” Hall who went on to pastor it for over 50 years.

I shall never forget the first time I met this locally famous preacher. I had been serving as co-pastor at the church approximately two months and several of the old deacons assured me that one day he would show up for one of the morning services. He at that time was 95 years old but still drove his old dark green Plymouth all the way from Orlando, which was about 50 miles.

This particular Sunday morning, the church senior pastor had been scheduled to preach. However, I was notified that he was experiencing heart problems and that I would have to preach morning and evening services that day. That had happened several times before, so I had prepared a message just in case.

Upon my arrival at the church as co-pastor, I was given the task of teaching the Sunday morning Auditorium Bible Class. I had just finished the class and had busied myself with greeting class members and morning service early arrivals. There was a general uproar in the auditorium as everyone was greeting each other, talking and laughing. With over 400 members, it was hard to hear. My back was turned to the platform and pulpit as I went from person to person, shaking hands and greeting each one.

Blow the Trumpet, Beat the DrumsSuddenly a hush came over the congregation and I overheard someone say, “It’s Daddy Hall,” as all eyes

turned toward the front. I turned around to see this tall, distinguished gentleman walking straight and brisk toward the first row of pews. He chose the pew he preferred, sat, and placed his Bible beside him as I approached. When he saw me, he arose and extended his hand, and I told him my name. He said he had been hearing some really good things about me and my preaching and decided to come and hear me for himself. I could see the clock on the wall and told him it was time to get the services started, and that I would visit with him at the conclusion.

As I sat on the platform awaiting my time to speak, I looked at this tall, 95 year old saint of God and thought to myself, he no doubt is feeling the desire to reach over, pick up his Bible, and walk to the pulpit and deliver a strong message just like he did for so many years in this very building.

The deacons received the morning offering and several of the older ones walked to the front and sat beside Daddy Hall. You could just see the love and respect they held for him.

The emotion of the moment made me slow in getting into the flow of my message. Perhaps the presence of Daddy Hall sitting in the front pew gave me pause, or maybe I thought his approval was important. But I also realized that the only one I was really interested in pleasing was the Lord and I was suddenly doing what I had prepared to do, Preaching the Word.

At the close of the message, Daddy Hall approached the platform and wrapped his long arms around me, as he voiced his approval of my preaching and my message. He assured me that he would be coming more often to hear me preach. He did come several times before his health started affecting his ability to travel. At age 98, Daddy Hall went home to be with the Lord.

A Ministry SlowdownYears later, back in Texas, I was referred to the small community of Pearl, where I was called to pastor the

Pearl Baptist Church. It was a ranching and farming community and the church has been the spiritual and social center for over 100 years. Many young Baylor students cut their spiritual teeth at that church and later went on to do greater things for the Lord.

Recently I revisited that church and was taken into the fellowship hall where they have displayed pictures of all their pastors from the beginning to the present. I was proud when my picture was pointed out to me. I still remember the love and kindness shown me and my family while serving the community. Some of the best people in the world!

A New ChallengeFollowing my ministry at Pearl, I was approached by the pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Waco,

who explained that for over two years he had been having serious health problems and could no longer perform his duties. He said that most of his members had already left the church and the effects were that if he didn’t get someone to help him that he would be forced to shut the doors.

I consented to visit the church to assess the problem and see if I could help. I remember sitting in those old pews and looking up at that magnificent pulpit from which so many great men of God had preached and literally turned a city to God. Could it be done? Could I, along with a sick pastor, bring back a dying church to do what was needed? I sat through

the services that morning with the ghosts of past glories swirling all around throughout that wonderful structure and it sent cold chills down my spine. I told the pastor that I would pray about the challenge and let him know my decision.

The following week we met and discussed a course of action. It was decided that I would become his associate pastor and as such be given the position of teaching the Auditorium Bible Class along with preaching most of the services until he regained his health. There would be no salary until enough money came in to pay operating expenses. He asked that I preach the following Sunday morning. Everyone spent the remainder of the week contacting current and former members to explain my position in the church program.

I had spent long hours preparing for the Bible class and the morning preaching services. I prepared an outline of my sermon and then committed it to memory. This was the way I approached every service. The outline served two purposes—to stay on message and control time.

Time to PreachSunday morning arrived dark and cloudy and I only hoped that it would not be an omen for the day. The

Bible class went off without a hitch but it did begin to thunder and lightning, and rain was moving in. By the time the pastor and I took the platform, the weather was in full force. He approached the pulpit to welcome the congregation and me as the new associate pastor and speaker for the morning, and took his seat.

I approached the pulpit with the realization that I was standing on hallowed ground. It humbled me to stand where so many great preachers had stood before me. I placed my opened Bible and notes neatly on the pulpit, greeted the people, and asked that they turn in their Bibles to the text for the sermon. I asked that they bow their heads as I asked the blessing upon the reading of God’s Word.

I had just started the prayer when lightning flashed, thunder boomed, and the lights went out. I finished the prayer, told the congregation to be seated, and that we would continue as soon as the lights

came back. I added levity by announcing there would be deacons at all the doors to make sure nobody tried to sneak out. That brought a few laughs.

I stood there contemplating my next course of action. I thought of dismissing the services if the lights stayed out. Then I thought, no, these people came to church expecting to hear their new associate pastor preach, and I had spent long hours preparing the message.

I said what came to mind, which was that we would have to make the best of things and I saw threeoptions. First, if we cancelled services, we couldn’t leave anyway because it was raining so hard. Second, we could sit in the dark until the power came back. Third, I could preach in the dark. That would be complicated, and a new experience for all of us. “Preach,” someone yelled.

I asked God for the grace to preach His Word and the ability to recall the message He had laid on my heart to deliver that day. Then I went straight into the text, quoting from memory the verses pertaining to the message. I continued from memory each point from the outline I had developed. Thirty minutes later, I asked the congregation to stand for the closing prayer. As I was praying, the lights came back, and I said, “Thank You, Lord. Amen.”

I asked a deacon to give the closing prayer. As he did so, I walked to the back of the building to greet people as they filed out. Near the end of the line was the deacon who closed with prayer. He took my hand and said that he had a question. “Brother Honaker, how did you do that?” I said that I had some help.

Many times over the months and years that I was at the tabernacle, we had power outages, but I never preached again, out loud, in total darkness. There were times while I would be preaching that the lights would flicker, and usually that would cause someone in the congregation to giggle.

Several folks at Tabernacle Baptist Church referred to me as being “the preacher who preached the lights out.”

Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 2011: Taking Another Look, by Rev. Don HonakerFrom where I stand, there doesn’t seem to be a lot of motivation or enthusiasm and excitement for what is

ahead in this thing called life. Oh, there are a few small sparks but it only lasts a day, a week or a month and like a puff of smoke it dissipates into thin air.

I have noticed that I spend a lot of time, and I probably don’t have a lot of that, in looking back over three quarters of a century. That is a sure sign that I am firmly established in the realm of the old and infirm. However, I am also persuaded that, after examining in detail many aspects of my life, that I have lived a full life.

For example, how many people in my generation can point back to starting life in a log cabin? Probably not very many, but take it from me, that wasn’t really as big a deal as one might think, but it was definitely a unique experience. Being raised in a town with the same name as your own got for me a lot of attention.

Life is really measured by the things you do while living it. I must conclude that I have done a lot of things in my lifetime and can even reveal some of them. The first six years of my life was insignificant, but one day my sister and brother took me by the hand and dragged me literally off to school. I mark that as the beginning or focal point of my life. From that day forward, things started developing in my life for which books are being written.

Let’s see…things I did. Well, I was a shoeshine boy on the streets of Honaker. I later became a newsboy delivering the Roanoke Times on a bicycle. Next, I shined shoes in Paul Stump’s barber shop. Oh, yeah, I went to school and after several years they promoted me to high school. I got a job in Sid Whited’s creamery, then was a farm hand, and then finally along with a friend operated a car wash by using the water in Lewis Creek

Following that, I became a local sports figure, playing basketball for the Honaker Tigers and also received a little education during the time. Following high school, I joined the U.S. Air Force and spent eight years as an airman. One of those years, I served in Korea during the Korean War. While in the Air Force, I did several different jobs. I was first trained to become a communication center specialist. That meant I operated teletype machines, telephone switchboards, and learned about weather and flight which qualified me to be a control tower operator and finally to operate equipment used in develeloping highly classified cryptography operations.

After returning from Korea, I was sent to England in support of an air wing stationed at March AFB, Calif. Along about that time, I met a beautiful young lady from Texas who was living with her brother’s family and caring for his children while his wife recovered from surgery. Following a whirlwind courtship, we married and a year later our first child was born. I was working in a branch office of the on-base Western Union.

A few months after our son was born, we were reassigned to the island of Guam and I was given the position of NCO in Charge of three telephone exchanges on the island. Returning to the states from Guam, I was assigned as NCO in Charge of the Carswell AFB, N.M., base communication center. Our job was receiving and transmitting classified material to and from the base. Following my discharge from the Air Force, I worked for over five years in the engineering department of General Dynamics Corp., Ft. Worth, Texas, where fighter planes and bombers were being built for the Navy and Air Force. Our job was building and maintaining the different systems the planes were required to have, such as radar and bomb navigation systems.

At this point, my life took a different direction. I became a Christian and my church became the focal point of most of our spiritual and social activity. My wife and I became active in the teaching ministry of the church. She taught a class of first-grade girls and I taught a class of first-grade boys. I was also teaching a class of adults in the Sunday evening training program. During this time, I received a call from the Lord to preach the Gospel. I was 29 years old when I enrolled in the college summer classes. I would end up completing two additional summer schools and three years of regular classes. I earned by bachelor’s degree in three years, which would normally take four years. To accomplish it, I had to carry 18 hours per semester for two years and in my senior year had to carry 21 hours the last two semesters.

Most of the time while in college, I was only getting about four hours of sleep each night because I was also working a full-time job in addition to my studies. For me to carry 21 semester hours my senior year, I had to have permission from the college president. He was reluctant to give that permission because he said that there was only one other person in the history of the college who had successfully accomplished the feat. Only when I told him that I would drop out of school if my request was denied, did he grant permission.

During my college years, I managed the Fort Worth Pottery Yard and Gift Shop, worked on the production line at the Arlington General Motors plant and my senior year returned to work at General Dynamics. What did I do with all that time over the weekends? Well, I did have teaching responsibilities at my church and there were many times that I accepted the invitation to supply preach for a pastor friend on my Sundays.

The summer following graduation from college, I took my family and moved to Abingdon, Va., in hopes of being able to start a new church. When we arrived, I secured a job selling mobile homes to supplement our income. I purchased one hour of air time on the local radio for each Sunday afternoon. However, we were unsuccessful in our effort to start a new church and made the decision to return to Texas and accept an invitation to pastor Central Baptist Church of Handley. Central Baptist had a small congregation and it became necessary to get an additional job to supplement our needs. I went to work for the City of Arlington.

A large church in Starke, Fla., the Pine Level Missionary Baptist Church, called me as their co-pastor because of the serious illness of its senior pastor. The church had a membership of over 400 members. After the senior pastor’s health improved to where he could continue his ministry, I took our family to Pompano Beach, Fla., where a fellow pastor had a large church with a school and wanted me to teach in the school until we could get a new church started. I signed a contract to teach for one year.

I had been teaching for about six months when we started the First Baptist Church of Lauderhill. Within three months, its congregation grew to where it was able to put me on as full time pastor. I continued teaching school until my contract expired.

Following several years of ministry in Florida, I accepted the call to a small church in North Carolina and upon arrival secured a job at a furniture plant as quality control supervisor. The church grew to where they were able to purchase ten acres of land and build a new building. During that time, I got a good job with a large international company and worked for them for 14 years, while at the same time was pastor to churches.

From there we returned to Texas and I was called to pastor two landmark churches before I started the new church of Messiah Baptist Temple in Hewitt, Texas. I was pastor for over five years before my health became bad and I had to retire from the ministry.

I remember taking our family on vacation back in the 70’s and visiting with our aunt Rose Honaker Stinson at her home on the Clinch River. We would become involved in telling different tales about things we did while growing up in the area and she would try to encourage me to write those tales down for our children after we were gone. I would pass it off, thinking that nobody would be interested in my stories. It was several years later, while sitting at my desk and thinking over many things I did in my youth, that I decided to write my autobiography. I took out a tablet and began to write. Twelve years later I completed the project.

I made several copies of the autobiography and sent them to family members. I do not remember receiving many comments from the mailout. One day a letter arrived from a cousin in Tennessee who was very generous with her accolades. She said that she received her copy and that night took it to bed with her, planning to read for a few minutes before going to sleep. She said that she began reading and became so captivated by it that she could not put it down. She said that it was in the early hours of morning before she finally finished reading it. She reassured me that she was going to share her copy with some of her brothers and sisters.

Over the past twenty years, I have written over thirty stories and tales and many of them our cousin Tom Hanlin doctored up and printed in the Honaker Family Newsletter. I have made copies of all the stories and put them into a looseleaf binder, forming a book of sorts which I called “Elmer’s Book of Tales.”

We were somewhere around 25 years into our marriage when my beautiful bride came into my office and watched as I labored over some project I was doing for our church. After watching me intently for several minutes, she smiled sweetly and said, “Honey, you know that you are very meticulous in everything you do?” “Am not.” “Are too!” She ended the conversation by turning around and walking out of the room, leaving me to ponder over what the word meant. Needing some rapid clarification, I reached for the dictionary and looked up the word. Cornering her in the kitchen, I continued the discussion. “Am not.” “Are too!” She wrapped her arms around my neck and planted a well aimed kiss on my slightly pouched lips. End of discussion. She wins again!

One day while lounging around the house, enjoying retirement, I realized that most, if not all of the stories I have written were exclusively about me. I had written them primarily for our children and I realized that their mother was rarely mentioned. From that point, I set out to remedy the oversight by writing our story. I had to write it from my perspective because my sweetheart had already passed away.

We had walked hand-in-hand and heart-to-heart for over 48 years. I titled the story, “The Hillbilly and the Farmer’s Daughter.” Throughout the story, our names were never used. She was always identified as “Farm Girl” and I was simply, “Hillbilly.” The story opens with my daddy going for the midwife on a bright sunny Sunday morning, March 19, 1933, and ends for “Farm Girl” at a hospital in Waco, Texas on Dec. 27, 2003.

My life grinds on slowly, each day indistinguishable from the day before. Perhaps the pains occur in different places or with different intensity but is always there as a constant reminder that age really defines the quality of life the rest of the way home. I thank God daily for His grace and mercy that allow me to live in hope of the soon coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

A few weeks ago, our son and his family came to Waco to spend a few hours with me. He became interested in some of the books I had put together for them and was reading some of the information that I had written. I made the statement that it is probably something that they will just have to throw away when I am gone. “Oh, no, this will never be destroyed,” he quickly replied. Perhaps my time spent was worth the effort after all!

Honaker Family Newsletter, Spring 2014: Things, by Rev. Don Honaker“An inanimate object distinguished from a living being.” In other words, a possession or notion. We define

things as something that fortifies or strengthens or gives intrinsic support to our perceived value of that object. In other words, there is something about it that I like. This could go on and on… In my lifetime, the Lord has given me two wives and some may say that I cannot know that to be true. I base this assumption on knowing what is involved in being any woman that agrees to follow at my side more than twelve months continuously. Believe me, that does take divine patience and dedication.

This gives me the opportunity to observe something of an interesting aspect of their character or distinguishing feature or attribute. They both had an affinity that attracted them toward certain things that please them. I would like to think that even I would fall into that category part of the time.

Let’s return to the inanimate objects discussed in the first line of this writing. My first wife, Ruby, surely draws more of my attention since she spent most of my married years at my side. We were married the better part of fifty years before the Lord called her home to leave me to observe just what contribution her presence had upon my life from day to day. Up until our return from Guam, I did not notice that Ruby had the propensity toward acquiring special items which caught her eye and transferred significant value to them. I remember as a small child that I started collecting an assortment of

rocks and colorful marbles to which I attributed great value and exerted much energy in protecting from those around me. Ruby, however, seemed unmoved toward such greed.

Following my call into the ministry and during my college years, I was given a job managing the Fort Worth Pottery Yard and Gift Shop. I spent most of my time attending classes at college and in the evening working full time at General Dynamics Corp., an aircraft factory. This left Ruby to run the business. The gift shop sold all kinds of attractive things for ladies to use in their pursuit of different hobbies.

There was one group of ladies who belonged to a flower club and regularly depended on Ruby to keep in stock the supplies they used in their club activities arranging flowers. Ruby took great delight in preparing samples of arrangements to illustrate how they should use those supplies. The gift shop also carried raw or unpainted plaster of paris items which did not require firing in a kiln like ceramics.

Ruby loved the different pieces of plaster but would refuse to paint samples for display. She lacked the confidence necessary for fear that they would turn out wrong and we would not be able to sell them. She in turn gave me that responsibility and on weekends I would fearlessly experiment using all different combinations of colors and finishes.

The Pottery Yard and Gift Shop was located on the east side of Fort Worth where the largest black community in America is located. Many local customers came in to buy materials that they used to decorate their homes. We enjoyed listening to and making recommendations to meet their individual needs. In so doing, we learned their color schemes and designs that often differed from those used in white communities. This made absolutely no impression one way or the other on us because our desire was to have available supplies for all our customers.

We received into stock a new design of raw plaster of paris lava bowls and fountains that in my mind would make a lovely addition to any home if finished in colors to match the home décor. I told Ruby that I believed we could sell some of them but I would need to paint a couple samples to illustrate their beauty. I assembled the different paints and finishes and started painting.

The first set (two pieces) I would finish in natural colors. The background of both pieces would be finished in a white pearl. The design on the bowl was a cluster of grapes, still on the vine, with leaves. I painted the grapes a natural purple, the vine a light brown and the leaves their natural green. When finished, I sprayed as a sealer the whole fixture with a clear finish. When it dried, I hung it up on one of the shop walls. Ruby came out to see it and said, “It will never sell.” To which I replied, “I bet you a dollar that one day a lady will walk in here, see the lava bowl and will just have to have it for her home.” The subject was dropped. I put a $25 price tag on it. Two weeks later, when I returned to the shop from college, Ruby said, “Bet you can’t guess what I sold this morning.” My eyes went immediately to where my white lava bowl once hung and there was a blank spot on the wall. Ruby said, “You were right.”

There now was a need for another lava bowl to be painted to illustrate to customers the many possibilities itpresented for home decorating. Not wanting to chance wasting a lava bowl, I decided to choose a color other than the natural color over white. I thought a wood tone might be better and stood a better chance of being sold. Let’s face it, that white one was really gaudy and stood little chance of being sold. I thought that perhaps something not too dark would stand a better chance. I looked at all the wood tone paint samples and settled on fruitwood, my favorite color. I painted both pieces in wood tone and using an antique gold paint known as “leaf gold,” I painted each individual grape. When it was finished, I sprayed it with a clear lacquer to give it a glossy finish and also to seal its color and protect it from the elements. It turned out to be the most attractive piece of all and was displayed without a price tag.

Ruby had several opportunities to sell the lava bowl and fountain but refused, opting instead to sell an unfinished set with the necessary supplies for the customer to finish their own. On one occasion, a customer offered to pay me $50 for the sample but I refused because Ruby said that she would like to have it for her own use.

Following my graduation from college, my ministry has over the past 50-plus years taken us from Texas to Virginia, North Carolina and back to Texas. My fondest memory is of Ruby packing the lava bowl with soft towels and paper tissue to protect it during the different moves from place to place. She would never trust the movers with her prize and always carefully carried it inside the car. Today, as I walk into my kitchen, I see Ruby’s lava bowl hanging on my wall, with all its memories surrounding it. Following Ruby’s death in 2003, I resolved to live out my life alone, having the comfort of my children and grandchildren close by. My health was experiencing some difficulty which led me to believe that I would not be long on this earth. Slowly, the years went by and hardly before I realized it, I kept living. The children and grandchildren were busy in their own lives and I found myself having to fill each day as I saw fit. Through it all, my health seemed to have improved or at least didn’t get worse.

One day I met Evelyn Guest, who like me was spending much of her time alone. I thought that it would be better if we shared our time. We got involved in a friendship for a short period of time. Life was much better with her there helping fill the empty hours. Friendship became more serious and I asked her to marry me. She, being nearly fifteen years younger than me, faced a serious decision of marrying an old man, walking with the aid of a cane and little else to offer. When she decided to accept my proposal of marriage, her grown son said, “Mom, you know you will end up being his nursemaid in a few years.” I hope she will be spared that problem, but until then we keep living and enjoying life together.

After we were married and started housekeeping, I learned that Evelyn had some of her own ideas how she liked her house to look on the inside when it came to decorating. Her thing was roosters. Today, a large tin rooster hangs from the outside of our kitchen door with a welcome sign attached to the bottom of it.

In every room, we find roosters adorning the walls and sitting on shelves and fixtures. Ruby’s beloved lava bowl has Evelyn’s beloved roosters surrounding it on every side. There are plates with roosters, salt shakers , figurines, rooster stickers attached to different things in our kitchen. Oh, I forgot, the kitchen closk has a rooster on the face of it. One day while walking around the kitchen, I counted approximately 25 different images of roosters.

We like to go to antique stores to mostly just look around and always have an eye for anything with arooster on it. Most regular department stores have whole sections devoted to rooster memorabilia to choose from. Wherever we go together, it is not unusual for Evelyn to point out to me some object with the emblem of a rooster on it. In celebration of our second wedding anniversary, we went for a weekend in Fredericksburg, Texas, which is known for its hundreds of novelty shops stretched over more than two miles of main streets from one end of town to the other. We made reservations at a bed-and-breakfast for one night because it is near impossible to explore all the shops in one day.

On the second day, worn and ragged, having seen most of everything of interest, we loaded our car with our stash of acquired wealth and headed back to Waco, a two-hour drive. Just at the edge of town, Evelyn, who was in the passenger seat and still in shoppers mode, began instructing me to pull over to the curb for one last business venture she happened to see. What caught her attention was a 15-ft. tall rooster, made of tin and used to advertise the business.

“Honey, I don’t think he will fit into our car,” I said. “Let’s just look,” she replied. We spent the better part of an hour just looking at all the different arts and crafts that they had on display. Before getting back into the car, Evelyn had me pose for a picture, standing in front of the giant rooster.

Over the years Evelyn and I had lived alone, before we met, we were getting loads of sales catalogs. We now receive, combined, probably over a dozen or more. When the mail arrives each day, she gets all the sales catalogs and newspaper ads. I get the “mail,” mostly bills and junk mail. We were sitting on the couch together watching television one evening when she picked up one of the catalogs and showed me the picture of a rooster made of spun glass that was being advertised. The glass was in colors of red, green, blue and white. She told me it was what is known as an abstract and that she really liked it. I suggested perhaps she should order it if she liked it. She later told me that she had indeed placed an order.

The next evening she said that she had received confirmation on the order for the glass rooster abstract. She said that she really did not know where in the house she should display it. I said that I thought “Ab” should sit on top of the entertainment center. “You can remove the ivy potted plant,” I said, “and sit him next to my mother’s old pendulum upright clock that struck every hour on the hour.” She was very amused that I had given the rooster a name and thought “Ab” was a good name.

I feel that “Ab” could develop into a family treasure of a sort because of Evelyn’s fondness for the rooster, though I will admit that it is of little monetary value. The verdict is still out, but I have seen stranger things develop over time. After all, it is about time!

Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2015: The Entrepeneur, by Rev. Don HonakerFather’s Day 2015 began with our two fur babies (cats) named Smokey and Molly, visiting our bedroom between 5

and 6 a.m., to remind their “mama” that it was time for them to eat. After jumping up and down a few times we were awake, Evelyn announced that she was getting up to feed them. Reaching across to where I was, she rubbed my back and said, “Happy Father’s Day.” I rolled over, snuggled down into my pillow and went back to sleep.

I awoke to the sounds of pots and pans rattling as Evelyn busied herself in the kitchen. I spent most of the morning reading the Sunday newspaper and playing a game on the computer. In my office.

Evelyn had prepared a delicious meal that she found on Facebook on making a special pork roast. Following lunch, I received a telephone call from my daughter Robin who wanted to know if we would be home and made plans for an afternoon visit. Before she arrived and right on schedule for this spring in Texas, it began to thunder, followed by a brief downpour of rain. To date we are almost eight inches of rain above normal for the year in this part of Texas and the years-long drought that has gripped the whole state is officially broken.

Robin and her husband, Kenny, brought me a nice Father’s Day card. Kenny is a sheriff’s deputy and does work with the U.S. Marshal’s Service. He often does security jobs during his off-duty time and currently does security at their church for both Sunday services.

I was watching the 5:30 p.m. television news when I received a call from my son,Rickey in Fort Worth. He called to wish me a happy Father’s Day. He explained that he had to work and had just gotten home. I put my television on mute and handed the remote do Evelyn as I picked up my water bottle and headed into the office. Usually the calls between us last lot minutes but more likely an hour or more.

After getting the new news out of the way, Rickey started talking about this job at the Kimbell Art Museum. He is the maintenance supervisor over the entire complex. They just recently opened a new multi-million dollar building which

added to his workload. He is now responsible for all the equipment used to control the environment for the different art forms that are entrusted to them from time to time. The museum schedules two or three art shows each year with art displays from all over the world valued into the hundreds of millions of dollars. The museum’s in-house art is worth millions and must likewise depend upon proper equipment function.

Rickey told me that he scuffed up his new shoes on the job and in an effort to improve their looks, went shopping for shoe polish. He experienced some difficulty in finding a store that sold it and then was incensed over the price they were asking for a small can. After applying and seeing the remarkable improvement, allowed that it was worth the cost.

He said that one of his helpers commented on how nice his shoes looked after he shined them and he told about how he remembered his Dad spending what seemed like hours at that time in his life on Saturday nights shining his shoes for church the next morning,. He allowed that the reason was connected to him spending over eight years in the Air Force. I told him that the reason went far deeper than that and for the next half hour or so I related to him how shining shoes became so embedded in my life.

As a small boy somewhere between nine and ten years of age, I had little reservation abou asking my daddy for a nickel to buy candy. Usually I managed to have a certain amount of success but on occasions he refused to comply. One day after asking for the nickel , daddy set me down and revealed how that those nickels often were hard to come by. He explained how he had to work very hard to make that money and the times being as they were in the early 1940s with the Second World War in progress and salaries being reduced and food cost rising that really the nickels were needed for taking care of the family. That was all news to me.

He did suggest that perhaps there was an answer to the problem. He said that I needed to think about trying to earn my own money to buy candy. That got me to thinking on the subject and one day while walking around the streets of Honaker, I began to looking at people around me. I paid special attention to the men and noticed something that seemed common to all of them. They all had on shoes and that some of their shoes were nice and shiny and others were dirty and worn. That’s it! I will become a shoe shine boy.

I could hardly wait to pitch my idea to daddy and see what he thought about my idea because I was going to need his help to get it started. I didn’t own a shoe box to carry my supplies in for such a task. The customers would need a box to put their feet on as I shined their shoes and I didn’t know how to build one. Daddy was good at building things and he could make a box for me. When I was a small baby, daddy built us a log house to live in and surely he knew how to make a shoe shine box.

He must have liked my idea because he said that he would see what he could do. The following Saturday he built the shoe shine box and it was the best I had ever seen. It would make me proud to carry such a box up and down the streets of Honaker. Then he asked, “Where are your brushes and polish?” Oh no, I never thought about that. I admitted that I didn’t have any and wondered if he might buy them for me because I didn’t have any money. He said that it looked like he would be more involved in the new business than he thought. He agreed to buy me the supplies but reminded me tht it was my responsibility to buy any future supplies from the money I made shining shoes.

I remember how excited I was when I got my first customer and the dime I received when I finished shining his shoes. That was the first pay I ever earned from working a real job and represented more money than I usually had to spend any way I wanted. I immediately began planning how I was going to spend it. I had two options…candy or ice creamn custard. Since I was standing in front of Sid Whited’s grocery store, I settled on candy.

That first earned dime barely enjoyed hitting the bottom of my pocket before I had spent it. I picked up my shoe shine box and set out looking for another customer. I declared my first day in business a big success as the sun began to set in the west. I had made almost a dollar for the day. I had in my pocket six dimes and then the one I spent made it ninety cents. This job was going to make me rich and I could buy many things that I always wanted from my own money.

The following weeks found me settling into my new job and doing very well. I began to notice that other kids also had noticed my success and several kids began showing up on the street with their shoe shine boxes. This made my job of locating customers harder and my profits began to dwindle. The one thing I excelled at was give the best shine of any on the streets and that paid off with repeat customers.

One day I saw a young gentleman approaching me on the sidewalk between the ice cream custard stand and Paul Stump’s barber shop. “Shoe shine, mister?” “Okay, but you will have to come into the barber shop because I need a hair cut,” he replied. “Let me shine them out here because Paul won’t let us shine shoes in his shop,” I said. “I’m in a hurry. I will ask him to let you shine my shoes while I wait” he said. He stuck his head inside the barber shop and asked Paul if it was alright for me to come in and shine his shoes while he waited his turn for a hair cut. Paul said I could and the man motioned me to come inside.

I quickly busined myself on the man’s shoes. I was located where I could see Paul cutting hair and I noticed that he was watching me. I finished the man’s shoes in about ten minutes and he examined my work. He was very pleased with the shine I had put on his shoes and he praised my work. He asked me how much he owed me and I said a dime. He reached into his pocket and handed me a quarter and as I turned to leave he handed me another quarter. “Thank you,” I quickly replied and

started for the door. “Just a minute,” Paul said. “Have a seat and wait until I finish cutting this man’s hair. I want to talk to you.”

I had no idea what he wanted but I sat down and waited. In a few minutes Paul finished with his customer and motioned for me to follow him back toward the back of his shop. He took me through a door cover with a curtain into what appeared to be a storage room. I looked around the room and saw several items that Paul probably used in his business. Over in the back corner was a tall store-bought shoe shine chair and different items that I did not recognize.

Paul said that the reason he wanted to talk to me was that he had a proposal for me to consider. He said that he had a need for someone to help him in the shop. He needed someone to take care of heating the water he used while shaving customers. He said if I was interested in the job that he would let me shine shoes in the shop and use the store-bought shoe shine chair over there in the corner and that I could keep all the money I made from shining shoes.

If I was interested in the job, then I could shine shoes in the shop the rest of that day and he would show me what I must do to heat the water. I told him that I would accept his proposal and he started by telling each new customer who came in that I would be shining shoes in the shop from now on. Later that day, when business was slow, he took me to the basement and showed me the stove and how to start the fire and to keep it going during the day.

The first two or three Saturday mornings Paul would take me to the basement upon my arrival and take me step by step through starting the fire in the stove until he was sure I knew how to do it without burning the place down. He said that it would be my responsibility during the day to keep the water hot.

One Saturday morning I was a little late arriving at the shop and hurredly rushed to the basement to get the fire started and the water hot before Paul opened the shop. Many of the early customers came in for a fresh shave before starting their weekend. I quickly crumpled some newspaper and placed it in the stove and then placed some small kindling on top of the paper. I struck a match to the paper and replaced the lid. My next step would be after the kindling caught fire was to place some coal on top of the wood. I waited a couple of minutes and removed the lid and looked inside. There was no flames, only smoke. Time was fast approaching for Paul to open the shop and I must hurry or there would be not hot water for him to use.

There was a small can of kerosene setting off to one side. I picked up the can and poured a generous amount over the paper and wood. Next, I picked up the matches and struck one to toss into the stove to get the fire started. Smoke was coming out as I leaned over to toss the match into the stove when suddenly a ball of fire shot upward toward the ceiling. I jumped backward as the lid slid down onto the concrete floor with a loud bang. The flames were now shooting almost to the ceiling and I picked up the lid and put it back on the stove.

Paul, who heard all the noise from up in the shop, quickly ran to the basement to check on the problem. I had everything under control by the time he arrived and I began to explain what had happened. He took one look at me and I looked a mess. My face was black with soot and the front of my hair was singed off. My eye lashes and eyebrows were gone. He put some coal on the fire and took me up to the shop to see what could be done to get me looking better. He took a wet towel and washed my face and before long I began to clean up. He then looked at the hair to see if he could fix that.

It had not been long before that I asked my mother if I could get me a flat top hair cut like a lot of other kids were getting and he answer was that my hair looked just tine and to leave it alone. Paul told me that he needed to trim some of the burnt hair off and maybe it wouldn’t look too bad. I asked if he could give me a flat top. He was still working on me when his first customer arrived.

At that time in my story, Rickey and I had been talking over two hours. Suddenly my cell phone began to ping in my ear and I noticed that my battery had run completely down. He said, “Dad, you need to write a story about that and get it published.” I told him that I had already written about it in some of my other stories and probably someone would come across it after I am gone unless all that stuff is thrown away. I have spent over twenty years and hundreds of hours recording over eighty two years of experiences for my family to read after I am gone. Only time will tell if it was worth my effort.

556. Lawrence James[6] Stinson (called Rabbit) (Rose[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Jan 1939 in Honaker, Va. Died May 4, 2013 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 7 May 2013: Honaker, Va.—Mr. Lawrence “Rabbit” James Stinson, age 74, passed away Sat., May 4, 2013, on his farm near the home. Born Jan. 20, 1939, in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Everette and Rose Honaker Stinson. A 1957 graduate of Honaker High School, he had lived most of his life in the area and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Although he was retired from Jewell Coal and Coke as a thermal dryer operator with 25 years of service, he dedicated much of his life to the family farm. Survivors include his wife of 46 [years], Carolyn Gent Stinson of the home; two daughters, Michelle Cox and husband, Michael, of Brandenburg, Ky., and Mitzi Levering and husband, Brian, of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; three grandchildren, Christian Cox, Lacey Levering and Lawson Levering; two sisters, Jackie Childress and husband, Jim, of Honaker and Mary Lou Jones of Dublin, Va.; three brothers, Bill Stinson and wife, Wanda, and Henry Stinson, all of Honaker, and Ronnie Stinson and wife, Janet, of Abingdon, Va.; and several nieces, nephews, and many special friends also survive. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m., Wed., May 8, 2013, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Allison Stinson officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Gary Stevens, Russell Lee Herndon, David Eaton, Robert Whited, Jerry Yates, Ersel Arms

and Charlie Hess. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Tuesday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net

He married Caroline Gent, daughter of Glenn Gent and Eula Buckles. Children:

556. i. Michelle Lynn[7]. Born 25 Jun 1968 in Roanoke, Va.ii. Mitzi Renee. Born 28 Jan 1975 in Richlands, Va.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 15 Sep 2004, (with photograph, cutline Mitzi Renee Stinson and Brian Leverin): Engagement & Forthcoming Marriage Announced—Lawrence and

Carolyn Stinson of Honaker, Va., announce the engagement of their daughter, Mitzi Renee of Raleigh, N.C., to Brian Levering, also of Raleigh. He is the son of Mr. Paul Levering and the late Barbara Levering. The wedding will take place on Oct. 23, 2004 in Gatlinburg, Tenn.

557. Henry Everett[6] Stinson Jr. (Rose[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Claire[7] Sauls, Martin descendant #217.ix.

558. Jacqueline[6] Stinson (Rose[5], Elias[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

558. ii. Angela Dawn (called Angie). Born 5 Jan 1973 in Richlands, Va.

560. Dorothy Ann[6] Honaker (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born Oct 1902. Died 1971.She married Henry Franklin Dye (called Frank), son of Samuel Thomas and Mary Clark. Born 12 Apr 1896. Died

1975. Children:

i. Paul Edward[7]. Born 1922. Died 1969.ii. Clarence William. Born Jun 1926.iii. Ruby Ann. Born 20 Aug 1932. She married Unknown Newberry.iv. Roy Lee. Born 24 Mar 1939.

560. v. Carl Samuel. (called Sammy. Born 20 Jul 1941.971. vi. Frank James. Born 31 Jan 1945.

561. Glen[6] Honaker (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 1910 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1974.He married, first, Nora Vivian Ball, daughter of Henry Ball and Aldey Rhea. Apparently they divorced and Nora

married Wilson Clark.Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 14 Sep 2002 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Sep 2002: Wilson (Jess) Clark, 92,

died Fri., Sept. 13, 2002 in the Russell County Medical Center. Born May 29, 1910 in Russell County, he was a son of the late Silas and Peggy Ramey Clark. He was the husband of the late Nora Vivian Clark. He was of the Holiness faith. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two stepsons, Charlie Honaker and Cecil Honaker. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. John (Helen) Clark, Lebanon, Va.; three sons, Emmett (J.B.) Clark, Cleveland, Va., Talbert Clark, Hickory, N.C., Richard Clark, Louisiana; one stepson, Homer Honaker, Lincolnton, N.C.; 23 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren; several great great great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sun., Sept. 15, 2002, in the Combs Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Grady McGlothlin and Rev. Lester Sexton officiating. Burial followed in Russell Memorial Cem.. Pallbearers were Kevin Clark, Jason Clark, Andy Clark, Ronnie Clark, David Clark and Ricky Honaker. Bill Reynolds, Dr. Michael Ulrich and John Clark served as honorary pallbearers.

Children (of Glenn and Nora):

972. i. Charlie Minford[7]. Born ca. 1933.973. ii. Cecil.

iii. Homer (called Shorty.) Died before 2010.

He married, second, Marie Spears. Born ca. 1925. Died 1975. Children:

561. iv. Bonnie Lou. Born 29 Sep 1955 in Tazewell Co., Va.v. Stella. She married Dewey Quensenberry. In 2010 they lived in Amonate, Tazewell Co., Va.vi. Roger. He married Brenda Unknown. In 2010 they lived in Amonate.

561. vii. Russell Lee. Born 24 Oct 1953 in Amonate.viii. Kenneth. In 2010 he lived in Florida.ix. Frankie. In 2010 he lived in Claypool Hill, Va.

561. x. Helen Born 16 Apr 1938 in Lebanon, Va.

In 2012 it was reported that Glen had two children with Unknown Hess:

561. xi. Glen.xii. Dolly.

562. William Lee[6] Honaker (called Willie Lee) (William[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 20 May 1912. Died 1 Nov 1966. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

The funeral home card indicated services were 11 a.m., Fri., 4 Nov 1966 at Bethel Baptist Church, Lebanon, the Rev. Allen B. Walsh officiating; interment was in Russell Memorial Cem.; surviving were his wife Mrs. Sue Elmer [the obituary said Elemer] Honaker, sons Bobby and A.G., daughters Mrs. Shelby Jean Johnson and Miss Mary Margaret Honaker, brothers Clarence and Glenn Honaker and Carl Price, sisters Mrs. Dorothy Dye, Mrs. Elizabeth Newberry, Mrs. Lavena Price, six grandchildren; arrangements by Lebanon Funeral Home.

He married Sue Elmer[6] Honaker (Ollie[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Children:

i. Shelby Jean[7]. She married Unknown Johnson.562. ii. Mary Margaret (called Margaret). 562. iii. Bobby Dean. Born 26 Jun 1934 in Russell Co., Va.562. iv. Albert Gene (called A.G.) Born ca. 1945.

563. Elgie Bell[6] Price (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 28 Apr 1913 in Honaker, Va. Obituaries also appeared in The Democrat & Tellico Laker, Madisonville, Tenn., 2 Dec 1994 and The Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, 2 Dec 1994.

She married Kaney Kyle Wolford (called Kyle), son of Joe Hill and Selina Maude Huffman, 30 Sep 1933 in Honaker, Va. Born 26 Nov 1913 in Coulwood, Russell Co., Va. Died 31 Dec 1970 in Bluefield, W.Va. Buried in Maple Hill Cem., Bluefield, Va. Joe Hill abandoned his family when Kyle was an infant. Since Kyle’s mother was unable to care for him, he was adopted by John Andrew Wolford and Clarinda McGlothlin (called Rinda). Children:

563. i. Farley Edwin[7]. Born 19 Oct 1934.563. ii. Dewey Lee. Born 13 Jan 1936.

iii. Clyde Allen. Born 12 May 1937 in Coulwood. He married Dorothy Mae Pardue (called Dot), 20 Mar 1958 in Bluefield, Va. There were unknown children and grandchildren, who sponsored a reception for their parents on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. It was held 30 Mar 2008 at Greater Bluefield Community Center, Bluefield, W.Va.

563. iv. Louise Arlene. Born 3 Dec 1938.v. Lorene Gayle. Born 22 Feb 1940 in Coulwood. Died 9 Jun 1953 in Bluefield, W.Va.

563. vi. James Clifford (called Clifford). Born 1 Feb 1942 in Coulwood.

In 2000, their son Farley wrote the following remembrance about their family:Kyle and Elgie lived for about ten years near Coulwood (Finney), Russell Co., Va., where all their children were

born. In Dec 1943, they bought property and moved to the community of Bailey Switch in Wright’s Valley, Tazewell Co., Va., about eight miles southwest of Bluefield, Va., where they stayed the remainder of their lives. Except, due to health problems, Elgie spent the last five or six years of her life living with daughter and son-in-law Arlene and Conlie Rasnake in Madisonville, Tenn., and in nursing homes in Madisonville and Sweetwater, Tenn.

Kyle worked during his early years as a farmer and on the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression. His last 30 years of work was with the Norfolk & Western Railroad as a mason and carpenter in the Bridge and Building Dept. His last year was on medical leave, suffering with amyotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and he did not reach retirement. Elgie, typical of women in her era, worked in the home, childrearing and keeping the household and small farm operating.

Although Kyle and Elgie’s education went only through the seventh grade in Russell County schools, they were strong advocates of education, worked hard, sacrificed much, and highly encouraged all their children to obtain all they could. As a result, all graduated from Graham High School, Bluefield, Va., except Lorene who died when she was just beginning high school. All also received further higher education. Three earned advanced degrees, Arlene in education and Farley and Dewey in engineering and business administration. Clyde studied accounting at a local business college in Bluefield, W.Va. Clifford took correspondence schooling in electronics from DeVry Institute of Technology.

Elgie took the lead in the religious training in her family. In Russell County, the family regularly attended and participated in activities at a small Missionary Baptist Church. After moving to Tazewell County, we became Methodists and very active in the small local Bailey United Methodist Church.

564. Margaret Elizabeth[6] Price (called Betty) (Myrtle Lee[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 11 Sep 1914 in Honaker, Va. Died 2 Mar 2004 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Lockhart Cem., Honaker, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Mar 2004: Margaret Elizabeth “Betty” Price Honaker, age 89, of the Big A Mountain section of Honaker, Va., passed away Tuesday (Mar. 2, 2004) in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born Sept. 11, 1914 in Honaker, Va., she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Myrtie Honaker Price. She was the oldest member of the Bethany Baptist Church on Big A Mountain, Va.; she had been a member of the church for 70 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Paul Henry Honaker; one daughter, Mandy Lovis; one granddaughter, Stephanie Ann Honaker; one daughter-in-law, Rita Austin Honaker; and one son-in-law, Harold Hess; two sisters, Elgie Wolford and Doshia Peevey; three brothers, Banner Price, Taze Price, and Douglas Price. Survivors include one daughter, Dolly Marie Hess of Honaker, Va.; nine sons, Jesse Honaker and wife Pearlie of Honaker, Va., Halford Honaker and wife Janice of [Alexandria], Va., Harold Benny Honaker of Honaker, Va., Jimmy Honaker and wife Kathy of Honaker, Va., Jerry Honaker and wife Ruth of Honaker, Va., Larry Wayne Honaker and wife Saundra of Swords Creek, Va., Samuel Honaker and wife Regina of Honaker, Va., Calvin Honaker and wife Nina of Norton, Va., Bradley Honaker and wife Karen of Honaker, Va. Two sisters, Mary Ellen Sauls of Honaker, Va., and Molly Johnson of New Jersey. Six brothers, Paul Price of Honaker, Va., Grady Price of Belfast, Va., Henry Price of Honaker, Va., George Price of Honaker, Va., John Lee Price of North Carolina, Coy Albert Price of Baptist Valley, Va. Thirteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m., Fri., Mar. 5, [2004] in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Vonley Pruitt and Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment followed in Lockhart Cem. at Honaker, Va. Pallbearers were grandsons. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

She married Paul Henry Honaker (Martin[1]). Their children continue under his listing.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Mar 2004: Card of Thanks—Margaret Elizabeth Honaker went to be with the Lord on Mar. 2, 2004. The family members would like to offer their heartfelt thanks to all those who helped us through such a difficult time. Thanks to the Foster and Garnett Honaker families, P&C Country Cooking, Gents Chapel Church, Bethany Baptist Church, and Swords Creek Community Baptist Church for providing meals. We would also like to thank the Bethany Baptist singers, Gents Chapel singers, and the men that dug the grave. A special thanks goes to Dr. Ulrich, the staff of the Russell County Medical Center, and the day and night shift nurses who took such good care of our mother.

566. Sue Elmer[6] Honaker (Ollie[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Her obituary was also published by the Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 21 Oct 1993.

567. Letha Dora[6] Yates (Cynthia[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 12 Jul 1998 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 15 Jul 1998: Mrs. Letha Yates Justice, age 80, of the River Mountain section of Route 1, Lebanon, Va., passed away Sunday night, July 12, 1998, at her home. Born Feb. 23, 1918 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Abram Fuller and Cynthia Honaker Yates. She had resided most of her life in Russell County and attended the Miller’s View Primitive Baptist Church and the Blackford United Methodist Church. She was a member of the 1918 Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Aaron Justice on Aug. 20, 1988 and one son, Billy J. Justice on July 10, 1998. Survivors include one son, Bobby L. Justice of River Mountain; two daughters in law, Alice Justice and Frances Justice; one brother, Arlie Yates of Lebanon; six grandchildren, Lynn, Michael, Freda, and Jeffrey Justice, Connie Stevens, and Katrina Cartmell; four great grandchildren, Kevin, Marlena, Cindy, and Adam Justice. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. C.W. Huff, Jr, and Rev. Arlin Shupe officiating. Interment will follow in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Alvin, Buster, Joe, Ricky, and Allen Yates and Jay Howard. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home at anytime prior to the funeral hour.

569. Georgia Hazel[6] Honaker (Abram[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born at home 6 Jan 1929 in Lebanon, Va. She grew up on a farm, attended Spruce Pine Elementary School and completed the sophomore year at Honaker [Va.] High School. She and her husband Rex lived several places in Russell and Tazewell Counties and were members of the Primitive Baptist Church.

She married Rex NMN Compton, son of Elder Sylvester Peyton Compton and Minnie Bell Fletcher, 6 Dec 1947 in Honaker. Born at home 20 Mar 1928 in Augusta Co., Va. Died 27 Jun 2011 in Roanoke, Va. Interred in Old Dominion Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Roanoke. He was first employed in a road construction crew, as a coal truck driver, and

maintenance repairman at Mattie Williams Hospital, Richlands, Va. Later he was a maintenance repairman and electrician at Johnson Carpentry and Eaton, Inc. In the last several years of his life he was a self-employed electrician. After retiring in 2004 he enjoyed taking care of his yard and vegetable/flower garden.

Roanoke [Va.] Times, 29 Jun 2011: Rex Compton, 83, of Roanoke, went to be with his Lord on Mon., June 27, 2011. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist faith. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Georgia H. Compton; sons, Jack Compton, and Raymond Compton and wife, Shirley; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Clifford Compton and wife, Mary; a sister, Jerlean Hess and husband, Carl; and numerous nieces and nephews. A cryptside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thurs., June 30, 2011, at the Old Dominion Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Elder Thomas Mann and Elder Bennie Honaker will officiate. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wed., June 29, 2011, at Oakey’s North Chapel, Roanoke.

Children:

976. i. Jackie Eugene[7].977. ii. Raymond Lee.

570. Billy Eugene[6] Honaker (Abram[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). His birth certificate spells the first name Billie. Born 12 Sep 1931 in Lebanon, Va. Died 21 Oct 2005 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Sunset Cem., Alton, Ohio.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 2 Nov 2005 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2005—Billy Eugene Honaker, 74, of Plain City [Ohio], died 21 Oct 21005 in Mt. Carmel Hospital, Columbus [Ohio]. He was born 12 Sep 1931 in Lebanon, Va., a son of Abram and Henrietta Honaker. He retired from General Motors, was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church of Waverly, the VFW, American Legion and the Moose Lodge #11 of Columbus, and [United Auto Workers] Local #969. Survivors include his wife, Mildred V. Honaker; daughters, Linda (Chris) Roese of Columbus, Valerae (William) Hurley of New Jersey; three granddaughters, Wendy Thompson, Michel Falieto and Joanna Imler; nine great grandchildren; two brothers, Bennie (Ann) Honaker of Plain City, Herman Lee (Vivian) Honaker of Lebanon, Va.; five sisters, Audrey Shepard of Honaker, Va., Georgia (Rex) Compton of Roanoke, Va., Opal Brown of Hainesville, Fla., Dolly (Roger) Slate of Salem, Va., and Bonnie Howard of Hurt, Va. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Robert. Services were in Rader-McDonald Funeral Home, West Jefferson [Ohio], Elder Bennie Honaker and Pastor Ralph Collins officiating. Burial was in Sunset Cem., Alton [Ohio].

He graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School in 1949. During high school he was a member of Future Farmers of America. He attended West Virginia Business College, Bluefield, 1949-1950, where he learned typing and shorthand. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1952 and completed four of eight scheduled weeks of basic training at Ft. Knox, Ky. For physical reasons, the last four weeks of basic were waived and he was shipped to a direct duty assignment as a shorthand clerk-typist in Korea. During that assignment he was returned to Walter Reed Army Hospital, Washington, D.C., where he was diagnosed with myotonia congenita muscular dystrophy (which his sister Bonnie Sue also had) and was given a medical discharge as a sergeant in 1954 with no financial disability compensation since it was a pre-existing condition. He returned to Columbus, Ohio where he was a machinist for 30 years at Fisher Body, automotive chassis manufacturing division of General Motors Corp, retiring in 1982. In 2002 he was retired, spending summers in Plain City, Ohio, doing gardening and yard work and tending his fruit trees; and winters in Okeechobee, Fla., fishing for perch at Lake Okeechobee and tending citrus trees. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church.

He married, first, Hannah Marie Smith (called Marie) 29 Jun 1951 in Lebanon, Va. They divorced in Jun 1968 in Columbus. Born 9 Oct 1933. She attended Honaker [Va.] High School. In 2002 she lived in Bluefield, W.Va. Children:

978. i. Linda Sue[7] (adopted in 1960 in Columbus). Born 29 Jan 1960 in Richlands, Va.

He married, second, Mildred Virginia Thacker, daughter of Charlie Wilson Thacker and Nora NMN Slone, 29 Nov 1969 in Columbus, Ohio. Born 21 Aug 1932 in Lackey, Floyd Co., Ky. She attended Porter School, Knott Co., Ky., which subsequently washed away in a flood. She was a punch press operator at Fisher Body [became Delfi], Columbus, in the same plant as Billy, for 30 years, retiring in 1986. After retiring she obtained a general education diploma (GED) in Columbus in 1986. Her interests included photography. She was Baptist.

571. Abraham Bennie[6] Honaker (called Bennie) (Abram[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Aug 1935 in Lebanon, Va. He graduated from Honaker [Va.] High School in 1953 and shortly afterwards married his high school sweetheart, Pearl. They relocated to Columbus, Ohio in Jul 1955 where Bennie took a job with Norfolk & Western Railroad. He completed 40 years service, as district freight agent, 7 Jul 1995. He joined Little Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church, Waverly, Ohio, in 1976 and served in many offices and as an elder, which in the Primitive Baptist religion is a minister. In that capacity he had the pleasure of performing the marriage services for his sons Randy and Christy (North), his son Michael and Linda (Yoder), and his son Danny and Mary (Love.) An interesting feature story about Bennie appeared in Honaker

Family Newsletter, Winter 1994. In retirement he continued his church work, and did flower, vegetable and fruit tree gardening.

He married Anna Pearl[6] Honaker (Martin[1]), daughter of Paul Honaker and Esta Ray, 26 Nov 1953 in Honaker, Va. Born 12 May 1937 in Honaker, Va.Died 15 Mar 2013 in Plain City, Ohio. Buried in Big Darby Cem., Plain City.

Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch, 17 Mar 2013: Anna P. Honaker, age 75, of Plain City, went home to be with the Lord March 15, 2013 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 12, 1937 in Honaker, Va., to the late Paul and Esta Honaker. Preceded in death by brothers Perry and Wesley Honaker and sister Margie Miller. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 59 years, Elder Bennie A. Honaker. Survived by sons, Randy A. (Christy), Michael E. (Linda) and Danny R.; grandchildren, Saun Honaker, Angela (Michael) Underhill, Joshua (Ashley) Honaker, Tanya (Travis) Rodenberger, April (Jason) Honaker, Laura (Jeremy) Honaker, Alexandria Honaker, Austin Honaker, Anthony Honaker; and 20 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends 6–8 p.m. Monday at the Tidd Funeral Home, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard, OH 43026; where funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday. Burial Big Darby Cem., Plain City, Ohio. The family would like to thank Mt. Carmel Home Care and Hospice for their loving care of Anna. www.tiddfuneralservice.com.

Children:

979. i. Randy Allen[7].980. ii. Michael Eugene.981. iii. Danny Ray.

574. Herman Lee[6] Honaker (called H.L.) (Abram[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 May 1947 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.

He married Vivian Sue Breeding, daughter of Smith Breeding and Stella Mae Yates, 20 Feb 1964 in Russell Co., Va. Born 11 May 1948 in Russell County. Children:

984. i. Robert Lynn[7]. Born 31 Dec 1967 in Roanoke, Va.ii. Gregory Scott. Born 8 Aug 1970 in Roanoke. Died 13 Dec 1916 in Lebanon,

Russell Co., Va. Buried Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon.Herald Courier, Bristol, Tenn.-Va., 15 Dec 2016: Mr. Gregory Scott Honaker, age 46, of

the River Mountain Road section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Tue., Dec. 13, 2016, at his home. Born Aug. 8, 1970 in Roanoke, Va., he was a son of Herman Lee “H.L.” and Vivian Sue Breeding Honaker. Being of the Christian faith, he was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1988 graduate of Honaker High School. He had formerly been employed in the maintenance department at Alcoa. He was an avid outdoorsman and also enjoyed collecting coins. In addition to his parents, survivors include one sister, Lisa Dawn Kestner of Abingdon; one brother, Robert Lynn Honaker and wife, Sharon of Lebanon; two nieces, Lindsey Beth Honaker and Sarah Lauren Honaker; two nephews, Jacob Andrew Kestner and Andrew Tyler Kestner; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 15, 2016, at the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Jeff Kinder officiating. Private committal services will be held at Russell Memorial Cemetery in Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers will be Tim Honaker, Tyler Honaker, Allen Yates, Darren Hess, Doug Musick, and Lester Dingus. Honorary pallbearers will be George Burke, Jake Combs, and Ben Baumgardner. The family will receive friends at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Thursday. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

He married Shearell Inez Taylor, daughter of James Taylor and Betty Sue Stump, 18 Dec 1993 at Valley View Church, Honaker, Va. Born 12 Sep 1975.

574. iii. Lisa Dawn. Born 5 Nov 1975 in Abingdon, Washington Co., Va.

575. Quay Bernie[6] Honaker (Bernie Taze[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jul 1943.He married Frances Meadows, daughter of Loran Meadows and Vicie Griffith, 11 Jun 1960. Born 3 Mar 1943 in

Raven, Va. Died 6 Mar 2014 in Richlands, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va. Lebanon [Va.] News, 12 Mar 2014, with photograph: Frances Honaker, age 71, of the River Mountain Road section

of Lebanon, Va., passed away Thurs., March 6, 2014 in a Richlands, Va., hospital. Born March 3, 1943 in Raven, Va., she was a daughter of the late Loran and Vicie Griffith Meadows. A 1959 graduate of Richlands High School, she had spent most of her life in the area and was of the Southern Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Chester Meadows, and three infant siblings. Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Quay Honaker of the home; two daughters, Rhonda Honaker of Lebanon and Teresa Honaker; two sons, Rick Honaker and wife, Lisa of Nicholasville, Ky., and Greg Honaker and wife, Donna of Lebanon; six grandchildren, Alexis Honaker, Frances Honaker, Rebecca Gross,

Shanna Honaker, Brenton Honaker, and Eric Honaker; three great-grandchildren, Isabella Honaker, Andrew Scott Gross, and Emma Grace Honaker; five sisters, Margie Robinette and husband, Guy of Abingdon, Thelma Yates and husband, Grover of Fredricksburg, Shirley Meister and husband, Fred of Cleveland, Ohio, Geneva Osborne and husband, Randy of Bedford, Ohio and Ann Dye and Freel Howell of Raven; three brothers, Roy Meadows and Vernie Meadows both of Abingdon, and Garnet Meadows of Cleveland, Ohio; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were Tim Honaker, Greg Honaker, Robert Honaker, Matthew Howell and Ricky Ratliff. Honorary pallbearers were Robbie Dye, Robert Fleig and Gary Dye. Honaker Funeral Home served the Honaker family. Online condolence may be sent to www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

Children:

575. i. Ricky Quay[7]. Born 16 Dec 1963 in Bedford, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio. ii. Gregory Allen. Born 1 Oct 1966 in Bedford. He married Donna Unknown.iii. Teresa Marie. Born 10 Feb 1968 in Bedford.iv. Rhonda Darlene. Born 12 Nov 1973.

580. Daniel Allen[6] Honaker (Bernie Taze[5], Taze[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Aug 1947. Died 27 Jun 2006 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Honaker Cem., River Mountain section, Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Jul 2006: Mr. Daniel Allen Honaker, age 59, of the River Mountain section of Lebanon, Va., passed away Tue., June 27, 2006 at his home. Born Mar. 23, 1947 in Lebanon, Va., he was a son of Cli Edith Yates Honaker of Lebanon, Va. and the late Bernie Taze Honaker. He had spent most of his life in the area and was of the Baptist faith. He loved animals, farming and nature. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife of 42 years, Elma Sue Honaker of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Ricky Ratliff of Lebanon; son and daughter-in-law, Timothy and Debbie Honaker of Lebanon, Va.; four grandchildren, Tiffany Woodward Ratliff, Amber Ratliff, Tyler Honaker, and Ryan Honaker; one sister and brother-in-law, Wanda and Randy Watson of Abingdon; one brother and sister-in-law, Quay B. and Frances Honaker of Lebanon also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va. with Rev. J.C. Steele and Rev. Larry Burton officiating. Interment followed in the Honaker Cem. on River Mountain, Va. Pallbearers were H.L. Honaker, Randy Watson, Ricky Yates, Allen Yates, Greg A. Honaker, Greg S. Honaker, Robert Honaker, Dallas Hess, and Martin Griffith. Honorary pallbearers were Clyde Griffith, Larry Miller, Dr. Dwight Bailey, Bill Wampler, and Robbie Dye. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 27 Jun 2007 (with photograph, cutline Daniel Allen Honaker, Mar. 27, 1947–June 27, 2006): In Loving Memory—If You Could See Me Now If you could see me now you wouldn’t shed a tear. Though you may not understand why I’m no longer there. Remember my spirit that is the real me because I’m still very much alive. I’ve just been set free. Oh, if you could only see! I have beheld our Father’s face and I’ve touched my Savior’s hand. All of Heaven’s angels rejoiced as I entered the Promised Land. Beyond the gates of pearl I’ve walked on the golden streets. I’ve touched the walls of jasper and dipped my foot in the crystal sea. The beauty is beyond word and nothing could compare. I’ve even seen your mansion and someday I’ll meet you there. Let Jesus be your guide because His word will show you the way! So please don’t cry because we will meet again someday. Sadly missed by Wife, Daughter, Son, Grandchildren, Mother, Sister & Brother, & other Family & Friends. We Love You

He married Elma Sue Hess, daughter of Evans Hess and Florence Miller 8 Aug 1964. Children:

i. Sandra Kaye[7]. Born 23 May 1967. She married Ricky Ratliff.ii. Timothy Alvin. Born 17 Feb 1971. He married Debbie Unknown.

582. David A.[6] Hess Jr. (called Dave) (Minnie[5], Charles William[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Aug 1927.

584. Annie Marilyn[6] Steele (Nora Maggie[5], Sarah[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Mar 1900 in Clark’s Valley, Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Nov 1996 in Russell County.

She married George Dewey Whitt 5 Jan 1921 in Cedar Bluff, Va. Born 1 Jun 1898 in Swords Creek, Va. Died 17 Nov 1996 (the reported death date is the same as his wife’s, possibly an error.) Children:

584. i. Margaret Evelyn[7]. Born 21 Sep 1921 in Swords Creek, Va. 584. ii. Edith Estelle. Born 13 Feb 1923 in Swords Creek.

iii. Edna Iris. Born 11 Dec 1924 in Swords Creek. She married John Lloyd Smith 1 Jun 1946 in Tennessee. Born 15 Jul 1924.

584. iv. Dorothy June. Born 21 Feb 1927 in Swords Creek.

584. v. Geneva Largey. Born 11 Dec 1928 in Swords Creek. 584. vi. Amadeus Philip (also reported as Arville P.) Born 28 Jan 1931 in Swords Creek. 584. vii. Kermit Leo. Born 14 Mar 1935 in Swords Creek.

585. Vesta Beulah[6] Honaker (Rufus[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

i. Delbert or Delmert M.[7] [Honaker]585. v. Dallas Lee. Born 25 Sep 1937 in Kentucky.

586. Erie Mahalia[6] Honaker (Rufus[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Nov 1910 in Pikeville, Ky. Died 13 Jan 1987 in Lexington, Ky. Buried in Adkins Family Cem., Greasy Creek, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 16 Jan 1987: Erie Honaker Adkins, 76, of Greasy Creek, died at 12:05 p.m. Tue., Jan. 13 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. She was born in Pikeville Nov. 30, 1910, a daughter of the late Rufus and Mae Ratliff Honaker. She was a housewife and member of the Greasy Creek Old Regular Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Duran Adkins, who died in 1966. She is survived by two sons, Ernest Adkins and John Adkins, both of Greasy Creek; four daughters, Mrs. Lola Mae Billiter, Mrs. Inez Thacker, Mrs. Iva Lee Adkins and Mrs. Betty Adkins, all of Greasy Creek; two sisters, Vesta Adkins of Greasy Creek and Tillie Geisenhoner of Charlottesville, Va.; 37 grandchildren and 59 great-grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled to be held at 1 p.m. Fri., Jan. 16, at the home, with Orbin May, Ralph Adkins, Doris Adkins, Eles Case and others officiating and burial following in the Adkins Family Cem. at Greasy Creek. Arrangements are under direction of Justice Funeral Home of Pikeville.

She married Duran Adkins. Born 15 Aug 1904. Died 1966. Children:

987. i. Danny[7].988. ii. Lorene.989. iii. Lola Mae. Born 29 Nov 1933 in Shelbiana, Ky.990. iv. Grace.991. v. Iva Lee. Born 30 Dec 1939 in Greasy Creek, Ky.992. vi. Betty.993. vii. Ernest NMN. Born 13 Mar 1944 in Pikeville, Ky.586. viii. John Ell. Born 21 Dec 1947 in Pike Co., Ky.

587. Raymond[6] Honaker (Rufus[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1918 in Virginia. Died ca. 1975.He married Mahala Oma Damron, daughter of John A. Damron and Nona Bertha Coleman. Born 7 Feb 1915 at

Little Creek, Pikeville, Ky. Died 10 Nov 1998 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville. Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 11 Nov 1998 (with photograph): Mahala Oma Damron Honaker, 83, of

Little Creek, Pikeville, died at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, 1998 at Pikeville Methodist Hospital. She was born at Little Creek, Feb. 7, 1915, a daughter of the late John A. and Nona Bertha Coleman Damron. She was a homemaker and a member of the Little Creek Old Regular Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Honaker; and one son, Henry Honaker. She is survived by three sons, Rufus Honaker of Arnoldsburg, W.Va., Teddy Honaker of Little Creek, Randall Honaker of Nashville, Tenn.; four daughters, Ella Leonia Gowin of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Odera Compton of Little Creek, Ruby Pools of Upper Sandusky, Ohio, Connie Damron of Circleville, Ohio; three brothers, Richard Damron of Pikeville, Robert P. Damron and Daniel Damron, both of Little Creek; and one sister, Lillie Tackett of Little Creek; 24 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thurs., Nov. 12, at the Little Creek Old Regular Baptist Church with Old Regular Baptist ministers officiating. Burial will follow in Johnson Memorial Park at Pikeville. Arrangements are under the direction of Lucas & Hall Funeral Home of Pikeville. Special services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Appalachian News-Express 30 Oct 1998, with the following photograph caption and cutline: Resident of the Month—Mahala Oma Honaker, who has been a resident at Parkview Manor [nursing home] since Aug. 1, has been selected as Resident of the Month for September. Honaker is the mother of eight children and has 24 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Another photograph of Oma appeared in the News-Express 27 Nov 1998, with a notice from the family that they appreciated the care given to her by Parkview Manor and by Pikeville Methodist Hospital. Children:

995. ii. Rufus B. Born ca. 1938 in Pike Co., Ky.

589. Ella[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 2004 she lived in Helendale, Calif.

590. Fern Catherine[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Feb 1913 in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky. Died 16 Aug 1999 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Green Lawn Cem., Columbus.

The funeral program indicated that the service was held at 10 a.m., 19 Aug 1999, Schoedinger-Norris Chapel, Grove City, Ohio, the Rev. Karen Crawford officiating.

She married, first, Troy Cantrell. Children:

i. Dallas[7].

She married, second, Shelton Hutchinson.She married, third, Jack Waters.

591. Quella NMN[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jun 1917 in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky. Died 23 Jun 2003 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Green Lawn Cem., Columbus.

The funeral program indicated that the service was held at 1 p.m., 25 Jun 2003, Schoedinger-Norris Chapel, Grove City, Ohio, the Rev. John Gray officiating.

She married, first, Tolbert Smith. Children:

i. William[7].ii. Bobbie.

She married, second, Jim Price.

592. Nancy NMN[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Aug 1919 in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky. Died 8 Mar 2004 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Green Lawn Cem., Columbus.

The funeral program indicated that the service was held at 1 p.m., 11 Mar 2004, Schoedinger Midtown Chapel, Columbus, Ohio, the Rev. Bob Richardson officiating.

She married, first, Lacy Smith. Children:

i. Lacy Boone[7].ii. James Dewey.iii. Quella Jean.iv. Erma Evelyn.v. Patsy Lorene.

She married, second, Harry Carson.She married, third, Canny Hart.

593. Cynda[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In 2004 she lived in Grahn, Ky.

594. Cynthia[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1 Oct 1925. Died 12 Nov 2011. Buried in Green Lawn Cem., Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch, 15 Nov 2011: Cynthia Wilson passed into God’s loving arms on Nov. 12, 2011. She was born Oct. 1, 1925 to Ollie and Johnny Honaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard, children Sandy and Sheldon, sisters Ella, Fern, Quella and Nancy, and grandson Shelly. She is survived by her children, Stuart (Peggy) Hatzer, Shirley (Robert) Reinke, Scott (Teresa) Hatzer and Richard Wilson; sisters, Fannie and Cindy; brother, Troy; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Her beautiful smile and warm hugs are how Cynthia will be remembered. Friends may call at Jerry Spears Funeral Home, 2693 W. Broad Street, Tue., Nov. 15, 2011, 5–7 p.m., where service will be held 1 p.m. Wed., November 16, Rev. Bob Richardson officiating. Interment Green Lawn Cem.. Flowers and online condolences may be sent at www.jerryspearsfh.com.

She married Richard Wilson. Died before 2011. Children:

i. Sandy[7]. Died before 2011.ii. Sheldon. Died before 2011.iii. Richard.

595. Fannie[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 28 Jul 2012. Buried in Green Lawn Cem., Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus Dispatch, 30 Jul 2012: Rev. Fannie Perkins-Meyers, age 84, went to be with the Lord Sat., July 28, 2012 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born March 20, 1928 in Pike County, Ky., to the late Johnny and Ollie Honaker, Fannie was of the Pentecostal faith and attending church was her life. Preceded in death by first husband Glen Perkins and second husband Jack Meyers, six sisters and one brother. Survived by children, Gail Keen, Lois (Dallas) Lockhart; Loretta (John) Barbee, Glen (Manya) Perkins, and Paul Meyers; six grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sister, Cynda Carroll; brother, Troy (Mary) Honaker; special niece, Patricia Horn; special friends, Susan Day and Wendy (Dave) Conaway and family, numerous nieces, nephews, foster children, and many friends. Friends may call Tue., July 31, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the O.R. Woodyard Co. Chapel, 1346 S. High St. where funeral service will be Wednesday, 11 a.m., Rev. Bob Richardson officiating. Interment Green Lawn Cem..

She married, second, Jack Meyers. Died before 2012.

596. Troy NMN[6] Honaker (Johnnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 Jan 1931 in Kimper, Pike Co., Ky. Children:

ii. Troy Lee. Born 12 Sep 1973 in Pulaski, Va. He married Astrid Klose, daughter of Peter Klose and Lonhilt Unknown of Brutus, Mich., 18 Aug 1997. They divorced. In 2004 he operated a computer on-line business, worked part-time at Thornspring Golf Course, Pulaski, Va.; and he and his father operated a lawn care company. In 2004 he lived with his parents in Dublin, Va.

596. iii. Ormond Brice. Born 4 May 1976 in Pulaski, Va.

598. Roy[6] Honaker (Minnie[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Nov 1908 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 30 Dec 2000 in Kimper, Ky. Interred in York Mausoleum, Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 3 Jan 2001: Roy Coleman, 92, of Long Fork of Kimper, died Sat., Dec. 30, 2000 at his home. He was born in Pike County Nov. 17, 1908, a son of the late Jackson and Minnie Honaker Coleman. He was a retired coal miner, formerly employed by Kentland-Elkhorn, and was a member of the Long Fork Primitive Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Minnie Varney Coleman; six sons, Jackson Coleman and Tommy Coleman, both of Kimper, Troy Coleman and Teddy Coleman, both of Nancy, Raymond Coleman of Lawton, Okla., Dealmerit Coleman of Lions, Ill.; three daughters, Barbara Sue (Mrs. Donald) Coleman of Kimper, Nellie Donna Hue of Nancy, Opal (Mrs. Bill) Pembleton of Powhatan, Va.; 28 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Tue., Jan. 2, in the Community Funeral Home Chapel with Paul Varney, Paul Dean Justice and David Coleman officiating. Entombment followed in the York Mausoleum, Johnson Memorial Park, Pikeville. Arrangements were under direction of Community Funeral Home of Zebulon.

Children:

v. Jackson.vi. Raymond.vii. Dealmerit.viii. Barbara Sue. She married Donald Coleman.ix. Nellie Donna. She married Unknown Hue.x. Opal. She married Bill Pembleton.

603. John[6] Varney (Elizabeth Virginia[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 10 Jan 1925 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 28 Dec 2006 in Pikeville, Pike County. Interred in Annie E. Young Cem., Pikeville.

News Express, Pikeville, Ky., 30 Dec 2006 (with photograph): John Varney, 81, of Pikeville, died Thurs., Dec. 28, 2006, in Pikeville Medical Center. He was born in Pike County, Jan. 10, 1925, a son of the late Levi Varney and Betty Honaker. He was a coal miner and a member of the Pikeville Freewill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Gannon Varney; two sons, Allen Varney of Raccoon and Larry Varney of Pikeville; one daughter, Wanda V. Wilson; one sister, Octavia Chapman of Kimper; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Sun., Dec. 31, in the Pikeville Freewill Baptist Church, with Don Lee, Jim Patton, Morgan Chapman, Tommy England, Tracy Patton and Kenny Hamilton officiating. [Interment] will follow in the J.U. Thacker Mausoleum, Annie E. Young Cem., Pikeville. Arrangements are under direction of J.W. Call Funeral Home of Pikeville. Visitation is Saturday after 6 p.m. with services at 7.

He married Ruby Gannon. Children:

i. Wanda[7]. She married Unknown Wilson.ii. Larry.iii. Allen.

605. Octavia[6] Varney (Elizabeth Virginia[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 7 Jun 1932 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 4 May 2014 in Kimper, Pike County. Interred in Annie E. Young Cem., Pikeville.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 3 May 2014 (with photograph): Octavia Chapman, 81, of Kimper, died Sun., May 4, 2014, at her home. She was born in Pike County, June 7, 1932, the daughter of the late Levi and Betty Honaker Varney. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Jeff [Chapman]; and one daughter, Rachael Chapman. Octavia is survived by one son, L.B. Chapman (Judy) of Huntington, Ind.; five daughters, Emma Hunt (Darrel) of Nicholasville, Sue Hensley (Jim) of Huntington, etty Canada (Donnie) and Nancy Lois Thacker (Thomas), both of Pikeville, Erma Chapman of the home; four grandchildren, Beverly Sue Rosen, James Edward Canada, A.J. Harris and Ryne Hunt; two great-grandchildren, Kaylynn Rosen and Oliver Trenton Harris; and one very special friend, Demeka Hess. Mother will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the May family, nurse Annette Thacker, Vickie Black and Dr. Bill Webb. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Tue., May 6, in the Thacker Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Robbie Worrix and Paul Varney officiating. Burial followed in the Annie E. Young Cem., Chloe Road, Pikeville. Arrangements were under direction of Thacker Memorial Funeral Home of Pikeville. Serving as pallbearers were Thomas E. Thacker, Donnie Chapman, Darrel Hunt, Eddie, James E. Canada, A.J. Harris and Ryne Hunt. The guestbook may be signed at www.thacker-memorial.com.

She married Jeff Chapman. Died before 2014. Children:

i. Rachael[7]. Died before 2014,1017. ii. Emma.1018. iii. Sue.1019. iv. Nancy Lois.

v. L.B. He married Judy Unknown.1020. vi. Betty.

vii. Erma.

606. Andy[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Dec 1903 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 4 Mar 1986 in Pikeville, Ky. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Johns Creek, Pikeville.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 5 Mar 1986: Andy Honaker, 82, of Kimper, died at 10:25 a.m., Tue., Mar. 4 at the Pikeville Methodist Hospital. He was born Dec. 16, 1903 in Pike County, a son of the late Jim and Alice Honaker Honaker. Survivors include one son, Riley Honaker of Kimper; four sisters, Dolly Chapman of Kimper, Cora Justice and Myrtle Anderson, both of Phyllis, and Gomie Thacker of Canada; 10 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Services will be held nightly at 7. Visitors may call at the Johns Creek Funeral Home Chapel after 1 p.m., today, Wed., Mar. 5. On Thursday the body will be moved to the Primitive Baptist Church at Varney Branch where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Fri., Mar. 7. Burial will follow at Honaker Family Cem. at Stinking Branch of Johns Creek. Arrangements are under direction of Johns Creek Funeral Home of Pikeville.

He married Zetta Williamson (also reported as Zettie Williams).

607. Dolly[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 1905.She married Berlin Chapman (called Burl). Children:

607. i. Ben[7]. Born 24 Aug 1928.ii. Susie. She married Unknown Anderson.iii. Leman. Died before 2012.iv. Don.v. Rush.vi. Ida. She married Unknown Beam.vii. Vada. She married Unknown Smith.viii. Lillie. She married Unknown Hensley.ix. Jeff. Died before 2012.x. Wade. Died before 2012.

608. Riley[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1907. Died 25 Nov 1979.

He married Mary Varney, daughter of Anse Varney and Gusta Unknown. Born 2 Dec 1898 in Mingo Co., W.Va. Died 18 Jul 1989 in Williamson, W.Va. Buried in Honaker Cem..

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 24 Jul 1989: Mary Varney Honaker, 90, of Meta, died Tue., July 18, at the Williamson Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 2, 1898, in Mingo Co., [W.Va.], a daughter of the late Anse and Gusta Varney. She was a homemaker and a member of the Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Riley Honaker, Nov. 25, 1979, and one brother, Jim Varney, 1985. She is survived by two sons, Richard Slone, of Kimper, and Plenny Slone, of Big Rock, Va.; one daughter, Ethel Collins of Kimper; two sisters, Jane Ball and Virgie, both of Pond Creek; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Unknown newspaper and date: Obituary gives son’s name as Plentty Slone; Funeral 11 a.m. Friday at Calvary Primitive Baptist Church, Kimper; burial in Honaker Cem.; Justice Funeral Home, Pikeville, in charge.

Children (the obituary of Mary’s son Richard gives his name as Richard Honaker Slone. Mary’s obituary gives two children with the Slone surname and one child with the Collins surname. Richard’s obituary gives siblings with the Collins, Chapman and Slone surnames. We conclude from this that Riley and Mary divorced after Richard was born in 1953 and that Mary had or gained the Collins, Chapman, and Slone children in one or more subsequent marriages, and Richard was either adopted by her husband Unknown Sloan, or took that surname informally):

608. i. Richard[7] [Slone]. Born 1 Jan 1953.

609. Cora[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 Nov 1908 in Pike Co., Ky. Died 24 Aug 2000 in Covington, Ky. Buried in Anderson Cem., Grapevine, Ky.

Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 25 Aug 2000: Cora Honaker Justice, 91, of Covington, formerly of Phyllis, died Thurs., Aug. 24 at St. Elizabeth Hospital North, Covington. She was born in Pike County, Nov. 20, 1908, a daughter of the late Jim and Alice Honaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marshall Justice; one infant son, Earl Scott; three daughters, Vina Dolly Anderson, Holly Slone and Bertha Robinson; four brothers; four sisters; one half-brother; and two half-sisters. She is survived by five sons, John L. Justice, William Justice and Brufford Justice, all of Covington, Donald Justice and James Marshall Justice Jr., both of Phyllis; three daughters, Bonnie Sams and Ollie Sams, both of Covington, Rosie Parmer of Marion, Ohio; one sister, Myrtle Anderson of Kimper; and one half-sister, Irene Rowe of Florida; 52 grandchildren and several great and great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Sun., Aug. 27 at the Grapevine Primitive Baptist Church with Noah Slone, Rufus Howell, David Coleman and others officiating. Burial will follow in the Anderson Cem. at Grapevine. Arrangements are under direction of Justice Funeral Services of Pikeville. Visitation will be at the church after 5 p.m. Friday, with services at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

She married James Marshall Justice (called Marshall). Died before 2010. Children:

609. i. James Marshall, Jr.[7] Born 19 Dec 1945 in Pike Co., Ky.609. ii. Vina Dolly. Born 3 Mar 1928 in Pike Co., Ky.609. iii. Donald Joe. Born 23 Mar 1934 in Pikeville, Ky.609. iv. Holly.

v. John L. vi. William (called Bill.) He married, first, Eileen Unknown. He married, second, Karen Unknown.vii. Buford. In 2010 he lived in Covington, Ky. He married Unknown, called Peanut.

609. viii. Bertha. ix. Bonnie. In 2010 she lived in Covington, Ky. She married Mathern Sams, brother of Henry who

married Bonnie’s sister Ollie. Bonnie and Mathern divorced but in 2003 lived on the same property.

x. Ollie. In 2010 she lived in Covington, Ky. She married Henry Sams, brother of Mathern who married Ollie’s sister Bonnie.

xi. Rosie Caroline. In 2010 she lived in Ohio. She married Unknown Palmer.xii. Earl Scott. Died as an infant.

610. Mont[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 28 Feb 1916. Died 2 Feb 1976. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Sunshine Lane, Kimper, Ky.

He married Ruby Mae Varney, daughter of Alex Varney and Sofia Bostic of Eddo, Ky., 18 Apr 1949. Born 24 Feb 1935. Died 26 Oct 1978. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Sunshine Lane, Kimper, Ky. After Mont died, Ruby married Edison Hunt. Children (of Mont and Ruby):

1026. i. Florene[7]. 1027. ii. Lorene (called Shorty).

1022. iii. Charley. 610. iv. Arley.1023. v. Johnny 1024. vi. Jack. 1028. vii. Dorene. 1025. viii. Jimmy.

611. Myrtle[6] Honaker (James[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Lester Anderson, son of Jack Anderson and Betty Collins. Born 14 Apr 1911 in Pikeville, Ky. Died

12 Jul 1997 in Lexington, Ky. Buried in Honaker Cem., Kimper, Ky. Appalachian News-Express, Pikeville, Ky., 16 Jul 1997: Lester Anderson, 86, of Meathouse Road, Kimper, died

Sat., July 12, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington. He was born in Pikeville Apr. 14, 1911, a son of the late Jack and Betty Collins Anderson. He was a retired coal miner, formerly employed by Kentland Elkhorn Coal Company, and was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Honaker Anderson; two sons, Elmer Anderson of Kimper and Luther Anderson of Phyllis; one daughter, Nancy Anderson Hunt of Phyllis; two sisters, Vicie Anderson Thacker of Elkhorn City and Louise “Lou” Anderson Trout of South Williamson; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at noon Tue., July 15, at the Gabriel Church of Christ, Kimper, with Jack Horne and Joe Rae Horn officiating. Burial followed in the Honaker Cem. at Kimper. Arrangements were under direction of Lucas & Hall Funeral Home of Pikeville. Children:

i. Elmer[7]. ii. Luther. iii. Nancy. She married Unknown Hunt.

615. Carnie O’Dell[6] Bostic (called Dee) (Didema[5], John[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Mar 1936 in Swords Creek, Va. Died 4 Nov 2009 in Swords Creek. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Nov 2009: Mr. Carnie O’Dell “Dee” Bostic, age 73, of Swords Creek, Va., passed away Wed., Nov. 4, 2009 at his home. Born March 25, 1936 in Swords Creek, Va., he was a son of the late James and Didema Honaker Bostic. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a disabled coal miner. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Anthony O’Dell Bostic and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include his wife of 49½ years, Emily Kennedy Bostic of the home; two daughters, Dena Anders and husband, Robert and Beverly Burke and husband, Johnny all of Swords Creek; three sons, Allen Hubbard and wife, Dortha, Mark Bostic and wife, Robin, and Jeff Bostic and wife, Patricia all of Swords Creek; daughter-in-law Debbie Bostic of Swords Creek; eight grandchildren, Shawn Bostic and wife, Denna, Joshua Hubbard and wife, Valerie, Natasha Joyce and husband, Hufford, Aaron Burke, Adam Burke, Kimberly Bostic, Savannah Bostic, and James Bostic; four great grandchildren, Luke Bostic, Chadwick Joyce, Autumn Joyce, and Grayson Hubbard; sisters, Dolly Miller and Lola Miller; one expected grandchild, one expected great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday with Rev. Barry and Debra Taylor and Rev. Robert Robinson officiating. Interment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens in Claypool Hill, Va. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home served the Bostic family.

He married Emily Kennedy ca. 1959. Children:

i. Anthony O’Dell[7] (called Tony.) Died before 2009. He married Deborah Bond.615. ii. Beverly.

iii. Dena. She married Robert Anders.iv. Mark. He married Robin Brown.v. Jeffrey. He married Patricia Unknown.

617. Bessie Frances[6] Honaker (John Franklin[5], Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 16 Mar 2000 in Pt. Pleasant, Mason Co., W.Va. Buried in Beale Chapel Cem., Apple Grove, Mason Co., W.Va.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 17 Mar 2000: Bessie [Frances] Kinnaird, 92, of New Haven, formerly of Gallipolis Ferry, widow of Joseph A. Kinnaird, died Thursday in Pleasant Valley Hospital. She was a homemaker. Survivors include four daughters, Ora B. Kinnaird and Janice Ashworth, both of New Haven, Rachel Frandsen of Vienna and Joy Smith of Hurricane; one son, Charles Kinnaird; one brother, Justin Honaker of Centerburg, Ohio; and two sisters, Kathleen Stilwell of Ona and Eileen Wilson of Orlando, Fla. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday at Crow-Husell Funeral Home, Point Pleasant; burial in Beale Chapel Cem., Apple Grove. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

She married Joseph A. Kinnaird.

618. Justin Orlando[6] Honaker (John Franklin[5], Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Feb 1911 in Mason Co., W.Va. Died 2007.

He married Gladys Mary Putney, daughter of Richard Putney and Nora Coleman, 16 Apr 1932. Born 24 Jul 1911. Died 7 Oct 1993. Buried in Eastview Cem., Centerburg, Ohio. Children:

1040. i. Twila Josephine[7].1041. ii. Violet.1042. iii. Lois Ann.1043. iv. Janet Rosemary.1044. v. Doris June.1045. vi. Peggy.1046. vii. Ronald Justin (called Ronnie).

619. William Franklin[6] Honaker (John Franklin[5], Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Aug 1917 in Mason Co., W.Va. Died 26 Feb 1993 in Marion Co., Ohio.

He married Bernice L. Windon [also Windom], daughter of Sterling [also Sterlie] Windon and Goldie E. Lambert, 14 Apr 1937 in Point Pleasant, Mason Co., W.Va. Born 8 Nov 1920 in Henderson, Mason County. Died 27 Dec 2014 in Marion. Buried in Marion Cem..

Marion [Ohio] Star, 30 Dec 2014: Bernice L. Honaker, age 94, of Marion, Ohio, passed away on Sat., Dec. 27, 2014 at the Kingston of Marion. She was born Nov. 8, 1920 in Henderson, W.Va., to the late Sterlie and Goldie E. (Lambert) Windon. On April 12, 1937 in Point Pleasant, W.Va., she married William F. Honaker and he preceded her in death in February of 1993. Bernice graduated from Point Pleasant High School and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Marion. She was also a member of the Womens Auxiliary of Alloy Cast Steel Company.She belonged to the weekenders camping club and the family expressed that she was an excellent cook. Along with her husband, they at one time over the years owned a couple of restaurants in the Marion area. Bernice leaves behind a daughter and a son, Patricia Temple of Franklin, Tenn., and William L. (Linda) Honaker of New Albany, Ohio; as well as eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren survive. Besides her parents and her husband she was preceded in death by a daughter, Mrs. Charles (Betty) Sisson; a granddaughter; a great grandson; and a brother, Lawrence Grady. Funeral services will be on Tue., Dec. 30, 2014 at 1:30 p.m., at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home. Officiating the service will be Dr. Rick Farmer and Dr. Steve Roper. Burial will follow in the Marion Cem.. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Marion General Hospital Hospice. Online condolences to the family can be made at www.boydbornfuneralhome.com.

Children:

1047. i. William Laverne[7]. Born 22 Dec 1937 in Ashley, Delaware Co., Ohio.1048. ii. Betty. Born 14 Jul 1940.1049. iii. Patricia. Born 2 Oct 1944.

622. Evelyn Kathleen[6] Honaker (called Kathleen) (John Franklin[5], Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). An avid genealogist, Kathleen presented much of her work to the Honaker Family Association which used it in this book. Died 3 May 2003 in Huntington, W.Va. Buried in White Chapel Cem., Barboursville, W.Va.

Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va., 6 May 2003: Evelyn Kathleen Stilwell, 75, of Huntington, died Saturday at home. She is survived by three children, James C. Stilwell [Jr.] of Huntington, [Ivan Wayne] Stilwell of Charlotte, N.C., and [Kathy] Clanton of Golden, Colo.; one brother, Jay Honaker, of White Park, Fla.; one sister, Eileen Wilson of South Point, Ohio; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Graveside service 1 p.m. Wednesday at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, Ferrell Funeral Home, Huntington, is in charge of arrangements.

624. Winford Lesslie[6] Adams (Sarah Jane[5], Isaac[4], James[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Clara Wheeler, who in 1993 lived in a retirement home in Redlands, Calif. She was an honorary member

of the Honaker Family Association until about 1996 when mail was returned to us.

628. Reba Alice[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). Born 9 Jun 1902 in Honaker, Va. Died 10 Aug 1993.

She married Thomas Gordon Munsey in Lebanon, Va. Born 19 Aug 1900. Died 7 Jan 1939. Children:

628. i. Robert Howard[7]. Born 19 Jul 1925 in Russell Co., Va.

ii. Mary Alice. Born 19 Sep 1929. Died 27 Oct 1999. Buried Temple Hill Cem., Castlewood, Va. She lived in Castlewood. Married, first, Curtis Byington. Married, second, Charles C. Kiser Jr. (called Swabby). In 2002 he lived in Castlewood.

iii. Thomas Gordon, Jr. Born 18 Mar 1929. Died 12 Feb 1967. Buried West Hill Cem., Lebanon, Va.628. iv. George Elliott (called Sweet Pea). Born 19 Mar 1935.

630. Byron David[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born in 1906 in Honaker, Va. Died 13 Apr 1990.

He married Mollie V. Mutter, daughter of Henry Mutter and Ida Mae Robins, in Honaker, Va. Born in Belfast, Va. Died after 1990 in LaGrange, Ky. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

Probably Lebanon [Va.] News, unknown date: Mrs. Mollie V. Mutter Honaker, age 77, of Route 1, Smithfield, Ky., formerly of Honaker, Va., passed away late Thursday night in a LeGrange, Ky., hospital. She was born at Belfast, Va., and was the daughter of the late Henry and Ida Mae Robins Mutter and preceded in death by her husband, Byron D. Honaker on Apr. 13, 1990. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Betty Jean Johnson of Abingdon, Va., Mrs. Bonnie White of Smithfield, Ky., and Mrs. Beverly Valentine of LaGrange, Ky.; two sons, Richard L. Honaker of Jeffersonville, Ind. and David Honaker of Pickens, S.C.; sister, Mrs. Margaret Gregory of Ohio; brother Aaron Mutter of Cedar Bluff, Va.; 18 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in the Honaker Funeral Home in Honaker, Va., with the Rev. T.R. Stump officiating. Entombment followed in the Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

Children:

630. i. Betty Jean[7]. Born ca. 1923. ii. Byron David, Jr. In 2008 he lived in Pickens, S.C. He married, first, Beverly Wilson. He married,

second, Corrine Drury.iii. Bonnie. She married, first, Edward Melton and lived in LaGrange, Ky. She married, second,

Unknown White and in 2008 lived in Smithfield, Ky.iv. Richard Lynn. Born in Honaker, Va. He married Earlene Hensley and lived in LaGrange, Ky. and

Jeffersonville, Ind. In 2008 he lived in New Pekin, Ind.v. Beverly. She married, first, Douglas Presley and lived in Grundy, Va. She married, second,

Unknown Valentine and in 2008 lived in LaGrange, Ky.

631. Leo Henry[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 18 Dec 1986 in Honaker, Va. Buried in the family plot on his farm in Honaker, Va.

He married Martin descendant Lona Celestine[6] Ray, daughter of Shade William Ray and Nora Mae Ray (maiden surname) 13 Jun 1934 in Honaker, Va. Born 11 Nov 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Children:

1081. i. Garland Lee[7].631. ii. Brenda Joyce.

iii. Larry Allen. Born 5 Jun 1952 in Richlands, Va. Died 10 Mar 1963 in Bluefield Hospital, Bluefield, W.Va. He shot himself accidentally while hunting. Buried in a Honaker family plot on his father’s farm in Honaker, Va.

632. Everett Larkin[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Sep 1909 in Honaker, Va. Died 19 Apr 1974 in Honaker. Buried in Ball Cem., Lewis Creek Road near Honaker, Russell Co., Va.

He married Myrtle Clara Ball, daughter of Cornelius Bellamy Ball and Louvenia Pickett. Died 10 Dec 2000 in Honaker, Va. Buried in Ball Cem..

Heritage of Russell County, Vol. I, p. 229, para. 352 (with photographs): Everett and Myrtle Honaker FamilyI was born February 1910 on Lewis Creek in Russell County. My parents were Leuvenia Pickett Ball and

Cornelius Ball. Paternal grandparents were John Wesley and Eliza Whitt Ball; maternal grandparents, John and Mary Ellis Pickett. I finished high school in 1928 in Triangular Mountain Institute. After three years training at Mattie Williams Hospital, Richlands and Protestant General in Norfolk and State Board, I became a Registered Nurse in 1931. During the depression, we received $6 for a 12-hour shift of private duty, $9 for 18-hours. Some Registered Nurses were glad to work a 12-hour day for $30 a month and room and board.

My childhood sweetheart, Everett, and I were married September 1932. His parents were Rufus and Albina Miller Honaker. Due to the depressed economy, our lifestyle was much like our parents’ or grandparents’ had been. Everett cut and hauled poplar logs with horses to build our cabin. We raised most of our food. I carried water, washed our clothes on a washboard, and ironed baskets of stiffly starched clothes with sad irons heated on a coal range until electricity came our

way in 1948. I still found time to visit and nurse my ailing neighbors, and “caught” quite a few newborns who insisted on arriving before the country doctor got there.

Farmers paid one dollar for a 10-hour day. Ruble’s Stave Mill paid $1.25 for ten hours. Everett worked in the coal mines from the time they had to shoot the coal themselves and load it, on their knees with pick and shovel into small pony-drawn carts. They did this during the 30s and until the 60s when they used fairly modern machinery.

We have four children. All my daughters are nurses. Carol married Chester Honaker and has two sons. She is Director of Nursing at Central Alabama Nursing Services, Inc. Bennie married Donald Ray and has four children. She is Head Nurse of Alcohol Rehabilitation Center at Mountain Home, Tenn. Lavena married Bob Robinette, and has one daughter living. She is presently married to Dr. F.E. Nicely. She is active in the Mountain Empire Chapter of Lupus Foundation of America. Our son, Everett, Jr., is married to the former Evelyn Honaker, daughter of Curtis and Hattie Fuller Honaker, and has two children. He is Asst. Director of Admissions at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

By 1960k my last children were in college and nurse’s training. My husband had become a disabled miner. I went back to the Clinch Valley Clinic and worked nearly 13 years, 11 of these as “three to eleven” Supervisor. I retired in 1973 to take care of my husband. Everett died Apr. 19, 1974. I now live alone, (but rarely lonely) in our cabin. My hobbies are gardening, needle work, and genealogy.

I sit basking in the warm October sun. The chickadees are chirping in my birches; golden leaves are blowing in the wind. I feel serene and content. God has been good to me. I’m thankful for a full life, good friends, my children, my grandchildren, and my memories. Last but not least, my church, the United Methodist at Blackford.

Submitted by: Myrtle Ball Honaker

Lebanon [Va.] News, 20 Dec 2000 and Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Courier, 13 Dec 2000: Mrs. Myrtle Clara Ball Honaker, age 90, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sun., Dec. 10, 2000 in Honaker. Born Feb. 28, 1910 in Honaker, she was a daughter of the late Cornelius B. and Louvenia Pickett Ball. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, she attended Blackford United Methodist Church. She was a 1928 graduate of Triangular Mountain Institute and a 1931 graduate of Mattie Williams and Protestant Hospital School of Nursing from which she received her registered nursing license. She was the 3 to 11 p.m. supervisor at Clinch Valley Clinic for 12 and a half years before retiring Aug. 1, 1972. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Honaker Sr. and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include three daughters, Carol J. Honaker of Montgomery, Ala., [Bennie] L. Ray of Jonesboro, Tenn., and [Lavena] A. Nicley of Bristol, Tenn.; one son, Everett Honaker Jr. of Morristown, Tenn.; one sister, Minnie Cook of Oakridge, Tenn.; one brother, Douglas Ball of Dayton, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Michael Honaker of Oakton, Va., Steven Honaker of Montgomery, Ala., Mark Honaker of New York, N.Y., Jennifer Honaker of Portland, Ore., Lynwood Ray of Washington, D.C., Dwight Ray of Pennsylvania, Cindy Ray of Kingsport, Tenn., Melissa Ray of Jonesboro, Tenn., and Beth Hill of Asheville, N.C.; several great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. H.G. Musick Jr. and Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Interment followed in the Ball Cem. at Honaker, Va. Pallbearers were grandsons, Michael Honaker, Steven Honaker, Dwight Ray, and Mark Ray. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

A remembrance of Myrtle, by her friend Kathleen Robinson Taylor, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Jan-Feb 2001. Children:

1082. i. Carol June[7]. Born 4 Sep 1933 in Honaker, Va.632. ii. Bennie Lois. Born 29 Dec 1936 in Honaker. 1083. iii. Everett Larkin, Jr. Born 21 Sep 1940 in Honaker.632. iv. Lavena Ann. Born 16 Feb 1942 in Richlands, Va.

633. Elizabeth[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

i. Kenneth Davidson[7]. In 1998 he lived in Cleburne, Texas.

634. Harry Reece[6] Honaker (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).He married Margaret Helen Broughton. Children:

ii. Charles Ermine. He lived in Richmond, Ky. iii. Judith Kathleen.

635. Helen Eloise[6] Honaker (called Helen) (Rufus Howard[5], Frederick[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 14 Jun 2000 in Okeechobee, Fla. Helen was an active member of the Honaker Family Association. She boosted it in spirit and through her purchase of family history books for her cousins and descendants so they would know and value their heritage.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 21 Jun 2000 and Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 16 Jun 2000: Moore Haven, Fla.—Helen Eloise Yost, 79, died Wed., June 14, 2000 in Columbia Raulerson Hospital, Okeechobee, Fla. She was born in Honaker [Va.] and moved to Moore Haven from Lebanon [Va.] in 1987. She was a nurse and attended the Lakeport [Fla.] Church of Christ. She was a member of the Moore Haven Order of the Eastern Star and was the widow of Garnet “Crook” Harmon and Robert Yost. Surviving are two sons, Charles Harmon of Abingdon [Va.] and Richard Harmon of Hickory, N.C.; two stepdaughters, Peggy McCready of Pennsylvania and Judy Reagle of South Carolina; a stepson, Jim Yost of Pennsylvania; ten grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. There will be no local [Va.] services. Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

636. Lon Buell[6] Honaker (called Bill) (Carter[5], Evan[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 28 Mar 1998 at home in North Tazewell, Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va.

Bristol [Va.] Herald-Courier/Virginia-Tennessean, 29 Mar 1998: Lon Buell Honaker, 87, of Baptist Valley [North Tazewell, Va.] died Sat., March 28, 1998 at his home. He was a native of Tazewell County, had made his home in North Tazewell for most of his life, was a retired coal miner for Consol Coal Company, Amonate, Va., and Berwind, W.Va., and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local 6633, District 29, Hartwell, W.Va. He attended Baptist Valley Church of God. Survivors include his wife, Thelma Lockhart Honaker; two daughters, Betty Slaughter, Tazewell, and Brenda Poskas, Radford; two sons, Billy Honaker, Cedar Bluff, and Ed Honaker, Troutville, Va.; nine grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home, Tazewell, is in charge.

Bristol [Va.] Herald-Courier/Virginia-Tennessean, 29 Mar 1998: Funeral services for Lon Buell Honaker will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel, Tazewell, with the Rev. Max Linkous and the Rev. Sam Phillips officiating. Burial will be in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be grandsons. Mr. Honaker was preceded in death by his parents, Carter and Ethel Beavers, Tazewell County natives; one infant daughter, Ann Nadine Honaker; one infant great grandson, Samuel Ein Altizer; and four brothers, Joe, Clyde, James and Cecil Honaker. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is also survived by two sons-in-law, Bill Slaughter, Tazewell, and Leon Poskas, Radford; two daughters-in-law, Hattie Honaker, Cedar Bluff, and Fern Honaker, Troutville, Va.; nine grandchildren, Diane Altizer, Cedar Bluff, Teresa Bracken, Parma, Ohio, Kelli Carr and [Leslea] Slaughter, both of Knoxville, Brian Honaker, Vinton, Va., Kevin Honaker and Brett Honaker, both of Troutville, Loria Poskas and Greg Poskas, both of Radford; and four great grandchildren, Jessica Altizer, Sarah Bracken, Katelyn Bracken and Caleb Carr. The family will receive friends after 6 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home, Tazewell, is in charge of arrangements.

He married Thelma Lockhart (called Sis), daughter of James Benjamin Lockhart and Martie Bowling, 12 Aug 1933. Born 9 Jul 1918 in Valls Creek, W.Va. Died 4 May 2004 in Wytheville, Va. Buried in Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va.

Bluefield [W.Va.] Daily Telegraph, unknown date: North Tazewell, Va.—Thelma “Sis” Lockhart Honaker, 85, of the Baptist Valley section of North Tazewell, died Tue., May 4, 2004 at Asbury Place in Wytheville, Va. following a lengthy illness. She was born in Valls Creek, and was a daughter of the late James Benjamin Lockhart and Martie Bowling Lockhart. She had made her home in Baptist Valley most of her life. She was a housewife and loving mother. She was employed at General Instrument until its closing. She was a member of the Church of God at Baptist Valley. She was the widow of the late Lon Buell Honaker. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two daughters, Betty Slaughter and infant Ann Nadine Honaker; infant great grandson, Samuel Ein Altizer and great granddaughter, Jessica Altizer; four sisters and eight brothers. Survivors include: daughter Brenda Poskas and husband Leon of Radford, Va.; sons Billy Honaker and wife Hattie of Cedar Bluff, Va., Ed Honaker and wife Fern of Troutville, Va.; sister Mrs. Ed “Ruth” Jackson of Adria, Va.; nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Hurst-Scott Funeral Chapel of Tazewell, Va., with the Rev. Max Linkous and the Rev. Wayne White officiating. Interment will follow at Grandview Memory Gardens, Bluefield, Va. Pallbearers will be Brian Honaker, Kevin Honaker, Brett Honaker, Greg Poskas, Jeff Carr, Paul Bracken, Sam Altizer Jr. and James Marcrum. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6:30 p.m. today. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home of Tazewell is serving the Honaker family. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so at www.hurstscottfuneralhomes.com.

637. Slemp[6] Honaker (Walter Grey[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]. Died 2 Dec 2000 in Hampton, Va. Buried Hampton Memorial Gardens.

Slemp’s given name was Oscar Bascom Slemp, which he changed to Slemp. A story about him and his wife Virginia Belle (Clark), accompanied by photos of them and their family, concerning their 63rd and 64th wedding anniversaries, appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1998 and July 1999.

Unknown newspaper and date: Slemp Honaker—Hampton. Slemp Honaker Sr., 90, died Sat., Dec. 2, 2000. Born in [Dickenson] Co., Va., he had been a Hampton resident since 1975. Mr. Honaker worked for Island Creek Coal Co., in Logan, W.Va., for 26 years, retiring in 1945. He then retired in 1972 from FMC Chemical Plant in Nitro, W.Va., after 27 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Belle Honaker, and his son, Don Honaker; and is survived by his daughters and

their husbands, Jean Honaker of Hampton, Linda and Jesse Langley of Newport News, Carolyn and Mark Diehl of Hampton; his sons and their wives, George and Alice Honaker of Hampton, Arthur and Janet Honaker of St. Albans, W.Va., Larry and Carol Honaker of Winfield, W.Va., and Slemp “Pete” and Brenda Honaker of Frankfort, Ohio; his daughter-in-law, Lillian Honaker of Middletown, Conn.; 19 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren; and one great great grandson. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton. A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday in Hampton Memorial Gardens by Jeff Pace.

Charleston [W.Va.] Gazette, 12 Dec 2000: Hampton, Va.—Slemp Honaker Sr., 90, of Hampton, formerly of St. Albans, W.Va., died Dec. 2, 2000. He was retired from Island Creek Coal Co., Logan, W.Va., with 26 years’ service and from FMC, Nitro, W.Va., with 27 years’ service. Surviving: daughters, Jean Honaker and Carolyn Diehl, both of Hampton, Linda Langley of Newport News; sons, George of Hampton, Arthur of St. Albans, Larry of Winfield, W.Va., Slemp “Pete” of Frankfort, Ohio; 19 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson. Graveside service and burial was in Hampton Memorial Gardens with Jeff Pace officiating. R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton, was in charge of arrangements.

He married Virginia Belle Clark, a sister of Georgia Frances Clark, who married Raymond Woodrow Harper, Martin descendant 30.ii.i.i. Virginia was born 14 Jun 1921 in Clarksburg, Harrison Co., W.Va. Died 29 Feb 2000 in Hampton, Va. Buried in Hampton Memorial Gardens.

Daily Press, Newport News, Va., 2 Mar 2000, with photograph: Virginia Belle Honaker, 78, died Tue., Feb. 29, 2000. Born in Clarksburg, W.Va., she had been a resident of Hampton since 1975, where she was a member of Pine Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Honaker was preceded in death by her son, Don Honaker. She is survived by her husband, Slemp Honaker; her daughters and their husbands, Jean Honaker of Hampton, Linda and Jesse Langley of Newport News and Carolyn and Mark Diehl of Hampton; her sons and their wives, George and Alice Honaker of Hampton, Arthur and Janet Honaker of Saint Albans, W.Va., Larry and Carol Honaker of Winfield, W.Va., and Slemp “Pete” and Brenda Honaker of Goldsboro, N.C.; her daughter-in-law, Lillian Honaker of Middletown, Conn.; her brother, Charles Clark Jr. of Hampton; and 19 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and one great great grandson. The family will receive friends from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home in Hampton. A graveside service will be held at noon on Friday at Hampton Memorial Gardens by Pastor Ronnie Snead.

Children:

viii. Carolyn Faye. She and her husband live in Hampton, Va.

638. George Gray[6] Honaker (Theodore Roosevelt[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 May 1930 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. In 1979 he lived in South Point, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

639. Donald Warren[6] Honaker (Theodore Roosevelt[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Apr 1932 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. In 1979 he lived in Lucasville, Scioto Co., Ohio.

He married Bonnie Opal Bess, daughter of Denver Bess and Serena Starks.

640. Doyle[6] Honaker (Theodore Roosevelt[5], Monteville[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 May 1940 in Cove Gap, Wayne Co., W.Va. In 1979 he lived at 810 John St., Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio.

641. Meddrice Medelaphene[6] Stinson (Susie Beulah[5], Martin[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).She married Claude Russell Harris. Born 20 Oct 1923 in Russell Co., Va. Died 16 Apr 2001 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried

Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.Lebanon [Va.] News, 25 Apr 2001: Mr. Claude Russell Harris, age 77, of Rosedale, Va., passed away Monday night

(Apr. 16, 2001) in a Bristol, Tenn., hospital. Born Oct. 20, 1923 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Leonard and Ada Gilbert Harris. He spent his early life in Minnesota, returning to Russell County in 1943 until his death. He served in the European Campaign in World War II as a tank commander and received the Victory Medal, American Theatre Ribbon, two bronze battle stars, one overseas bar of Good Conduct, and one Purple Heart. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 9343 of Honaker, Va. He was employed by [Norfolk & Western] Railroad from 1947 until 1988 and was a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Lenora Wheeler, Lola Harris, and Hattie Lee Price. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Meddrice Stinson Harris of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Dennis Russell and Debbie Taylor Harris of Rosedale, Va.; one grandson, Chadrick Russell Harris of Rosedale, Va.; two brothers, Raymond Harris of New Jersey and Bill Harris of Minnesota; three sisters, Edna Sue Happy and Lora Gay Cooper both of Minnesota, and Margie Steele of Honaker, Va. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Harless Hess, Rev. Darrell Harmon, and Rev. Peerman Lester officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Pallbearers were Jesse Harmon, Leonard Harmon, Eddie Smith, Brian Harmon, Andrew Harmon and David Harmon.

Honorary pallbearers were Brother employees of N&W Railroad. Military graveside honors were conducted by VFW Post 9864 of Lebanon, Va.

642. Darlene Devee[6] Stinson (Susie Beulah[5], Martin[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 26 Nov 1934 in Russell Co., Va. Died Dec 2003 in Virginia. Entombed in Colonial Chapel Mausoleum, Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, ca. 13 Dec 2003: Mrs. Darlene Stinson Harmon departed this life and went to be with her Lord, whom she praised every day of her life. Mrs. Harmon was born in Russell County to the late Troy Remley Stinson and Susie Honaker Stinson. She was a self-employed realtor/broker and the owner and operator of Harmon and Associates. She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Leonard Harmon; one son, David Harmon of Bristol, Va.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mr. Claude (Meddrice) Harris of Rosedale, Mrs. Jesse (Patty) Harmon of Lebanon and Mrs. Eddie (Regina) Smith of Elk Garden; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Paul (Nell) Hanson of Albert Lea, Minn., Mrs. Ted (Mary) Linkous of Bristol, Va., Rachel Hawks of Kingsport, Mrs. John (Peggy) Nininger of Louisville, Ky., and Maxine Harmon of Lebanon; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Sun., Dec. 14, 2003, at 3 p.m. at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. Rev. Darrell Harmon will officiate. Entombment will follow in Colonial Chapel Mausoleum at Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Brian Harmon, Drew Harmon, Brady Linkous, Brad Hawks, Dennis Harris, Eddie Smith and Bryan Silvis. Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Richardson, Paul Phipps, Fred Bellamy, Charles Lowry and members of Bristol, Va. Realtors Association. The family will receive friends beginning at 6 p.m. Sat., Dec. 13, 2003, at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. Those wishing to express their condolences online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com. The Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service located at 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, is serving the Harmon family.

644. Billy Dean[6] Wilson (Ollie Mildred[5], George Washington[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Apr 1935 in Honaker, Va. Died 3 Oct 2007 in Woodbridge, Va. Buried in Grove Baptist Cem., Goldvein, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 Oct 2007 (with photograph): Billy Dean Wilson, age 72, of Goldvein, Va., passed away on Wed., Oct. 3, 2007 at Potomac Hospital in Woodbridge, Va., after a lengthy illness. He was born on Apr. 10, 1935 in Honaker, Va. After serving his country in the United States Air Force he made his residence in the Northern Virginia area. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul E. Wilson. He is survived by his wife Patricia L. Wilson; mother, Mildred Wilson of Honaker, Va.; a son, Steve Wilson and wife Connie of Charles Town, W.Va.; two daughters, Lynn Wilson of Chantilly, Va. and Nancy Butler and husband Virgil of Goldvein, Va.; a step-daughter, Cindy Thompson and husband Jeff of Chattanooga, Tenn.; three sisters, Margaret Cook and husband Wayne of Columbus, Ohio; Nancy Burkett and husband Sexton of Lebanon, Va.; Mary Batt and husband Jack of Spotsylvania, Va.; one brother, David Wilson and wife Sue of Columbus, Ohio; nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Bill was a devoted husband and father. His grandchildren were the light of his life. Bill had a special sense of humor that was never dampened by his long stay in a nursing home. He was always in good spirits. He will be remembered as a great story teller. A celebration of Bill’s life was conducted at 2 p.m., Sat., Oct. 6, 2007 at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton, Va. Interment followed in Grove Baptist Cem., Goldvein, Va., with military honors.

He married, first, Janice Ilene Francisco, daughter of Asa Francisco and unknown, ca. 1958 in Lebanon. Born ca. 1938. Children:

1103. i. Billy Michael[7]. Born 30 Sep 1959 in Lebanon.ii. Teresa Ilene. Born 1 Aug 1960 in Lebanon. In 1998 she lived in Lebanon.iii. Roy Christopher. Born 27 Jun 1961 in Lebanon.

He married, second, Patricia L. Boggs ca. 1964 in Fairfax, Fairfax Co., Va. Born 1937 in West Virginia. Children:

1104. iv. Steven Wayne. Born 11 Feb 1965 in Fairfax, Va.v. Patricia Lynn (called Lynn). Born 11 Jul 1967 in Fairfax. In 2007 she lived in Chantilly, Va.

1105. vi. Nancy Kathryn. Born 15 Jan 1969 in Virginia.

647. Nancy Carolyn[6] Wilson (Ollie Mildred[5], George Washington[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 28 Dec 1940 in Honaker, Va. In 2012 she lived in Lebanon, Va. She and her husband Sexton were active in a wide variety of community affairs.

She married Maynard Sexton Burkett, son of Charlie Otis Burkett and Lula Mildred Surber, 8 May 1965 in Swords Creek, Va. Born 29 Apr 1935 at Chatham Hill, Smyth Co., Va. He took a B.S. and M.S. from Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. and a Ph.d from Ohio State University, Columbus. In 2012 he was a retired associate professor emeritus from Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va., who was teaching on a part-time basis.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 28 Mar 2012: Russell County Fair Bits, by Mary Leonard—A Man for All Seasons, M. Sexton Burkett (with photograph)

It is a pleasure and indeed a rarity to discover brilliance in any form. Oftentimes it is found in speeches, certain situations, or experiences. But, sometimes it is found in certain individuals. The interview with Dr. M. Sexton Burkett is a case in point. The interview started out reminiscent of a wood chopping contest sponsored by the Russell County Fair that revealed the true brilliance of the human mind and spirit.

What does it take to have and live a successful life? This interview revealed that it is the ability to solve life’s problems with a calm demeanor and a strategy and a tenacity—never giving up no matter what the obstacle—and finding a way to successfully maneuver through life’s eighty or ninety years.

Whether it be chopping wood, financing one’s way through college or trying to live the Judeo-Christian philosophy taught by one’s parents and grandparents, the goal is always to plan, never give up, and find a way or develop a strategy to maneuver through life’s inevitable problems; and in so doing develop grace and humility. The result of this way of thinking then defines character to withstand any obstable.

Dr. Sexton Burkett grew up on a 138-acre farm in Smyth Co., Va. The oldest of eight children, he helped his family tend the farm by raising cattle, a garden, and chopping wood to fuel the wood burning stove. During these public school years, Sexton developed many friends, mentors and experiences that greatly enriched his life. The graduate of Rich Valley High School in Smyth County was on the brink of beginning his life’s journey.

Sexton’s father was a great mentor to him and he insisted that his eldest son go to college. However, the obstacle was money. The problem was solved when Sexton decided to serve a tour of duty through the military for four years. After completion of duty, the GI Bill would fund his college education.

After high school he [was assigned] to the Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Who., and stayed there for three years teaching in the Air Force Administration School. Sexton’s gift was a mathematical/statistical/scientific mind with an exceptional typing ability; therefore, he was retained as a military instructor on the base. The fourth year he was sent to serve in Korea. While there he learned to speak the Korean language fluently. Actually, he speaks four languages rather fluently: English, Korean, Japanese, and German. He studied German while at Virginia Tech. He related how he got to know and love the Korean people, how hard they work, what little day-to-day pleasures they had at that time. It was their emphasis on education and their love of learning that left an impression that would stay with him to this day.

After service he enrolled in Virginia Tech majoring in biology and mathematics, all the while feeling that math was his strength. Graduating from Virginia Tech Sexton landed a job at Honaker High School teaching mathematics and physics, and coaching baseball.

An opportunity presented itself to him as a job working for Virginia Tech as an extension agent which sent him to reside in Scott County for a while. Later, it also sent him to Japan for a period to live with a Japanese family to learn their ways as well as to teach the Japanese about the United States. Here again, an impression was left on how dedicated these people are to their work and to their education. Upon returning home, another opportunity opened up to serve as a Russell County Extension Agent for ten years. During this time he procured an M.S. degree through Virginia Tech.

Continuing his life’s journey led him to Ohio State University where he completed a Ph.d in research and statistics. This degree has enabled Sexton to work with about fifty doctoral students in preparation of statistical information for their dissertations. It also placed him as a program leader for thirteen counties to compile important statistical studies for the community.

Opportunities continue to present themselves when one has carefully crafted and prepared one’s life. Eventually, he began another career at Southwest Virginia Community College teaching mathematics, while still doing statistical work on the side.

Now, how can a wood chopping contest sponsored by the Russell County Fair in 1976 relate to all this information? Simply this: eight contestants line up to chop eight 8-in. logs into two pieces. Who can chop the log into two pieces the fastest? Sexton relates how much bigger in stature the other seven loggers were. “I was the runt of the bunch,” he said laughingly. “But I had a plan, a strategy of how the log must be cut for speed as well as efficiency. I know you had to cut a notch towards the center of the log; then, cut a notch on the other side, forming a short of V. Then, I pushed the log over with my foot and did the same thing on the other side. By making the V chips to notch the log on the upper and lower sides, it weakens at the center, thus splitting the log in two.”

Whether this win came from chopping wood for the wood stove of his childhood, or planning the strategy from his mathematical/statistical/scientific mind, it worked. Sexton Burkett was the winner. He won the ax and has kept it to this day, and he won the $15 cash prize, which, if one knows Sexton, has probably kept the cash prize to this day!

To live happily and successfully, whether chopping wood or finding a way through life’s bumps and curves, one must have a plan, a strategy, and a tenacity, to never give up. That philosophy has made the difference.

Today, Sexton travels and works, with his church group in San Salvador to help others, less fortunate, rebuild their lives.

Sexton Burkett serves as treasurer for the Virginia Association of Fairs, the 4-H Center Board of Directors, and the Russell County Fair. The Virginia Association of Fairs has honored him with Fair Person of the Year Award (2010). He has won the Russell County Fair Person of the Year (2004). He also received the Chamber of Commerce Citizenship Award in Community Economic Development in 1997. He is married to the former Nancy Wilson. They reside in Lebanon. They have two daughters and three grandchildren.

Needless to say, the Russell County Fair is extremely blessed to have such an accomplished person to chair and be treasurer of the finance committee and to work so diligently for the fair. Here is a true example of a brilliant life well planned and well lived. 2012 Fair Dates: August 31, September 8.

By request of the Honaker Family Association, Sexton prepared the following narrative of his life 1 Jun 2012:I am going to try to sort through materials related to me and share bits and pieces with you. I hardly know

where to start and what to include.Background: First of all, I was born in Smyth Co., Va., with Marion being the county seat. Our address was

actually Chatham Hill, Va. My parents were Charlie and Mildred Surber Burkett. We were a farm family and my life was farming until I entered the military on Jan. 29, 1954.

Smyth County borders the following counties: Russell, Tazewell, Bland, Grayson, and Washington. The Russell-Smyth border is a very short distance which I have highlighted in red. Find Claypool Hill and Highway 19 and you will see the common border shared between Russell and Smyth. On one of the maps, I have approximated our two farms. Our 135A was in two separate tracts which were approximately two miles apart. I have labeled them tract 1 and 2. I was reared on tract 1 which was 70A. Tract 2 contained 65A and my folks moved from tract 1 in 1957 to tract 2. They continued to live there until 1988 at which time they moved to Abingdon, Va. Daddy was 80 years old at that time and really too old to continue farming. He actually died on Dec. 14, 1997 at the age of 89, but well into his 90th year. My mom passed away on Jan. 11, 2001 at the age of 87—approaching 88. See enclosures 1 and 2 for a better understanding of the above.

There were eight children in the family, four boys and four girls. I was the oldest. The eighth child was a girl and was more than 16 years younger than me—her name is Patricia Ann.

I was six years old when I started to school at the New Cove Elementary School which was approximately 1.5 miles from our home. We lived one mile from Highway 42, and then another half mile from the school. At the age of six I had to walk the 1.5 miles twice a day. The New Cove Elementary School was a one room school with one teacher and four grades. The class room was heated with a pot bellied stove. We had to carry water from a spring about a quarter mile from the school. We carried our lunch to school—no cafeteria. Toilet facilities were outdoor johns. During these early years, Daddy said, “Son, you take good interest and learn all you can because you will be going to college.” I said, “Daddy, what is college?” He said, “That is where you go when you finish high school.”

My first year was a real good year. I had perfect attendance and my teacher gave me a baseball and bat for my attendance. Years two, three, and four were fine. I had perfect attendance the four years I attended New Cove Elementary.

When I became a fifth grader I had to transfer to Rich Valley which included both an elementary school plus the high school. A point, when I became a fifth grader I caught the bus at the end of my one-mile walk which ended at the mouth of the hollow—the intersection was with Highway 42. My Rich Valley experience was a good experience for a country farm boy. Back then we only had to go to school eleven years. Twelfth grade had not been added. There were 57 in my graduating class—the largest class in the history of the school. I graduated from Rich Valley High School on May 27, 1952—a month beyond my 17th birthday.

Here are a few accomplishments/recognitions at Rich Valley: • I had six years perfect attendance. I only missed five days when I was in the eighth grade due to

measles. In summary I had ten years perfect attendance.• Extra-curricular activities included Beta club, Future Farmers of America club reporter, Senior

Class reporter, and a member of the baseball team.• I shall never forget that I took typing my senior year, and was the only male in the class. I was

laughed at and teased by those who said, “When will old Burkett ever need typing?” It has been the most practical class I ever took—in the military, in college, when I was a high school teacher, and when the computer came along guess who didn’t have to hunt and peck.

I mentioned earlier that I was just 17 past when I finished high school, so I farmed full time with Daddy until I had reached 18 years of age. The idea of going to college was still in Daddy’s mind, but where was the money coming from? There were eight children, and Daddy was not a wealthy farmer with pockets full of money. I began to do some exploring—I heard about the G.I. Bill and its benefits to veterans. I ran the idea by Daddy and he liked it—thought it was a good idea. So, Sexton volunteers for the U.S. Air Force and was sworn in on Jan. 29, 1954. Basic training was at Sampson AFB in Geneva, N.Y.

Naturally, my flight (3083) began drilling and marching immediately. Being short I was real close to the little end of the column. I was in column number one which exposed my mearching to the drill sergeant. I noticed him watching me very closely, and I wondered what the problem was, if there was one. So, one day Airman Henderson, the drill sergeant, called me aside and said, “I want you to be our flight guidon bearer which would put me to the front of the entire flight, with the right guide one step behind my right shoulder, followed by the four columns of the flight. I’ll have to say I enjoyed marching and close order drill. Remember I was out there where everyone could see me.

After basic I was sent to the Air Force Administrative School at F.E. Warren AFB, Cheyenne, Who. I believe it was to be a 10 week course if you could not type and a seven week course if you could type so many words per minute with accuracy. I typed 49 words per minute for five minutes without an error. Therefore, I was able to bypass the first three weeks of the course (I remembered those who made fun of me for taking typing in high school.) I finished the course in seven weeks and was retained as an instructor in the school. I had to go through an instructor training program for another few weeks before I got to use my teaching skills (I have forgotten the number of weeks.) I taught in the Administrative School from September 1954 to September 1956. During my tenure as an instructor, one month I was named “Instructor of the Month.”

I was transferred to the squadron orderly room for a very short period of time. Captain Mitchell calls me into his office and says, “Airman Burkett, you are on a shipment to Korea.” He continued by saying that if I would rather not go, there were other airmen who would go in my place. I told him that I was willing to go. I was given a 30 day leave and orders to report to Parks AFB, Calif., for shipment to Korea. I took my leave and reported to Parks AFB on the designated date. We flew out of Travis AFB, Calif., to Hawaii, to Wake Island, and to Tokyo International Airport. We were at Tachikawa AB, Japan, for approximately one week, then off across the Sea of Japan to Kimpo AB, Korea. When we landed, the thing I remember so well was the place smelled like an outdoor john. They fertilized rice paddies with human manure. From Kimpo we flew to Osan AB, which, then, was the 314th Air Division Headquarters. I was there for a week or so and transferred some 10 miles to a K-site known as Pyong Taek (K-6) [An Air Force Korean War era support base.] I arrived at Pyong Taek around Nov. 6, 1956 with a MOT date of Oct. 14, 1957. I became the chief clerk shortly after my arrival and remained in that position until I came back to the mainland.

While at Pyong Taek I • Learned a lot of Korean to the extent I was on occasions accused of being Korean—at that time

my hair was as black as that of a Korean.• Was squadron Airman of the Month.• Completed a half year’s credit in plane geometry through the U.S. Armed Forces Institute.• Played on the base softball team. I must relay this bit of trivia. When the base team was being

organized, the manager, a Catholic chaplain, had me hitting ninth in the lineup. Well, when the first game was over old Burkett went three for four. No one else came close to that kind of hitting (this was fast pitch.) The rest of the season Burkett hit number one, became the lead off hitter and stayed in that position.

• Another bit of trivia. We participated in a tournament back up at Kimpo AB. Burkett hit a three run homer, but we still lost the game and were eliminated from the tournament.

• My MOT date for travel back to the ZI [zone of the interior, or Continental U.S.) was Oct. 14, 1957. Burkett gets his traveling orders and they read that I would travel on the 16th—two days later. I left Pyong Taek on the 16th, rode a 6x6 [two and a half ton military truck] to Osan AB, flew to Kimpo AB, flew to Tachikawa AB in Japan and was there until early the morning of October 24th. We flew from Tokyo, to Wake Island, to Hawaii, and back to Travis AFB, Calif. Because of the international dateline, we traveled all day the 24th, woke up the next morning and traveled to Travis AFB, and if we had gotten back 20 minutes earlier, we would have traveled two days and gotten back the same day we left.

The Air Force policy at the time of my return was that if you had less than 120 days on your enlistment you would not be reassigned, but have the option to reenlist or be discharged. My mind was made up to go to college. Daddy and I had that agreement for me to get the G.I. Bill and go to college. I was discharged Oct. 29, 1957. This was not an appropriate time to be entering college, so I flew to Denver and sought employment with the General Electric Supply Company there in Denver. My position was a multigraph machine operator for approximately three months. I departed Denver on Jan. 28, 1958 and headed to Virginia to begin an application process for college. I applied to Emory & Henry and to Virginia Tech. I was accepted at Emory one day and to Tech the very next day. Tuition at Tech was about one-half of what it would have been at Emory plus my oldest brother, who was four years younger than me, had vanished high school and was already enrolled at Tech. It didn’t take but a nanosecond for me to make up my mind. I forgot that I had bought a ’56 Fairlane Ford in Fort Collins, Colo., to provide me with my transportation needs.

My short stay in Denver was great. I started going to the Methodist church and was meeting young people left and right. It was so rewarding that I considered going to school at the University of Colorado in Boulder. Every time the young adults had an activity, I was included.

I enrolled at Tech for the spring quarter of 1958—an odd time to be enrolling in college. I enrolled in the Biology Department and continued there until I graduated; however, I started taking all the mathematics I could, right along

with the engineers and actually had a minor in mathematics even though my diploma does not reflect my love for mathematics. I went straight through Tech with the exception of one summer off and finished my course work on Aug. 28, 1961. Graduation for the university had been held in early June, so I had to wait until 1962 to receive my B.S. diploma. I am listed with the university as having graduated with the Class of 1961. Refer to enclosure #3 for the B.S.

I finished my last exam on Aug. 28, 1961, drove to Honaker, Va., and began teaching at Honaker High School the very next day. The first day or two I attended faculty workshops along with the entire faculty. While at Honaker High, I taught mathematics, physics, and a class or two in biology and chemistry. I also coached baseball for three years and our teams were very successful. I was about to forget that I coached eighth grade football one year.

One Sunday we were visiting Mommy and Daddy in Smyth County and Brother Ben was teaching Vocational Agriculture at Sugar Grove High School. He said he was going to resign teaching and accept an extension agent position with Virginia Tech and that he would begin as a 4-H agent. Virginia Tech is a Land Grant university and Land Grant universities have three missions: teaching, research, and extension. Extension takes the knowledge and expertise from the university to the local level and actually is funded three ways: county, state, and federal.

I asked Ben if he thought they would hire a math teacher into the extension program. I jumped through a few hoops and was offered an extension agent job effective Jan. 1, 1967. That means I resigned my teaching at Honaker High effective Dec. 31, 1966. I became a 4-H agent in Scott County, an adjoining county, and remained there until June 15, 1968 at which time I transferred to Russell County. While working full time, and taking night classes I earned my M.S. degree, entitled a Master of Science in Education on June 10, 1975.

On Sept. 15, 1978 I began a doctoral program of study at Ohio State. I received my doctoral diploma on Aug. 29, 1980. My doctoral studies concentrated on four areas: extension education, administration of higher education, educational research, and youth organizations. My real area of concentrated study was in educational research: instrumentation, data collection, and data analysis, which baptized me in statistics. Refer to enclosure #5 for the PhD.

Let me mention that while enrolled in the doctoral program, I was actually on educational leave from Virginia Tech. I received one-half salary from Virginia Tech while going to school at Ohio State University. I also had an associateship with the National Center for Research in Vocational Education at OSU, and this required I work 20 hours per week. So I fared okay financially when the two components were combined.

When I returned back to Southwest Virginia on Sept. 15, 1980 I became a district 4-H program leader for 13 Southwest Virginia counties. I became known as the Standard Deviate because of my emphasis upon record keeping.

My last two years with Extension, I did impact studies to determine the impact a new industry would have upon the area if it were to locate in a particular area. I also conducted labor availability studies.

I retired from Virginia Tech Extension Oct. 1, 1991. During my Extension career of approximately 25 years I became an associate professor and upon my retirement I was awarded emeritus status. So I hold associate professor emeritus status from Virginia Tech. Refer to enclosure #6.

At this point I want to refer you to some attachments related to my accomplishments and recognitions I received through the years.

I. Research and scholarly activitiesA. Research Activities

1. Evaluation Studies2. Dissertational Research3. Management Studies

See enclosure #7

V. External ActivitiesA. Membership and Offices in Professional Assns., Societies and GroupsB. Professional Development

VI. Honors, Awards, Recognitions, Grants and Contracts

See enclosure #8

VII. Community ServiceA. Russell County Fair Assn.

This needs some updating. I have been treasurer since 1981 and am the current treasurer.

1. I have been the Fair Person of the Year.2. I have received our Heritage Award.

B. Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church1. This too needs some updating. I have been on church mission trips to

the Four Corners two times.2. I will be going to El Salvador on my sixth mission trip to that

country come June 23rd.

C. Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center, Inc.

1. I have been the treasurer of the center since my retirement in 1991.

In 1993 I approached Southwest Virginia College about

Children:

1110. i. Dana Lynn[7]. Born 22 May 1968 in Richlands, Va.647. ii. Paula Marie. Born 18 Oct 1973 in Bristol, Va.

649. Thurman Monroe[6] Honaker (Nathan Edward[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 1 Mar 1999 at home in Honaker, Va. Interred in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Claypool Hill, Va.

The Lebanon [Va.] News, 10 Mar 1999 and Honaker Family Newsletter, May 1999. The Lebanon News obituary was illustrated by a photograph of Thurman, and the Honaker Family Newsletter obituary illustrated with a photograph of him with his family. Text: Rev. Thurman Monroe Honaker, age 67, of Honaker, Va., passed away Mon., Mar. 1, 1999 at his home. Born Dec. 12, 1931 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Nathan Edward and Jettie Thelma Dye Honaker. He was a retired coal miner, having been employed by Pittston Coal Company, and was a member of the [United Mine Workers of America] Local 1760. He was of the Methodist faith. He had served as a minister for 50 years, serving as an evangelist and was a very active song leader for many years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister and one brother, Edward Honaker. Survivors include his wife Nadine Perkins Honaker of the home; three daughters, Barbara Vandyke and Rebecca Dye, both of Honaker, and Angela Viers of Council; four sons, Terry Lee Honaker and Jeffrey Honaker, both of Honaker, James Monroe Honaker of Louisiana, and Jerry Wayne Honaker of Florida; three sisters, Rev. Mary Sue Crabtree of Lebanon, Anna Honaker and Juanita Gross, both of Honaker; five brothers, Buford Honaker, Rev. Miles Honaker, and Arlan Dan Honaker, all of Honaker, Fairley Honaker of Bristol, Va., and Rev. Sonny Honaker of Pulaski; 13 grandchildren and one great great grandson. Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Giles Wilson, Rev. Roy Lee Wilson and Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Entombment was conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Greenhills Memory Gardens Mausoleum at Claypool Hill, Va., with Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Pallbearers were Bobby Crabtree, Steve Crabtree, Harvey Honaker, Mark Honaker, Doug Honaker, David Pruner, and Dave Rhodie. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Dwight Bailey and all area ministers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

He married, second, Georgia Nadine Perkins (called Nadine), daughter of Noah Perkins and Ocie Ray. Nadine was a sister of Patty Sue Perkins who married Thurman’s brother Miles. Born 16 Sep 1941 in Richlands, Va. Died 28 Sep 2014 in Honaker.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Oct 2014, with photograph: Nadine Perkins Honaker, age 73, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sunday morning, Sept. 28, 2014, at her home. Born Sept. 16 1941 in Richlands, Va., she was a daughter of the late Noah and Ocie Ray Perkins and a lifelong resident of the area. She was of the Freewill Baptist faith and attended several area churches. A devoted Christian, she spent her years supporting and assisting her husband with his ministry and was a light to all who knew her. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, always putting others first. Words cannot express the love she showed her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Thurman Honaker, two brothers James Perkins and Virgil Perkins, two sisters, Evelyn Belcher and Nola Miller, and two infant siblings. Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Vandyke and husband, Mike, Rebecca Reynolds and husband, Mark, and Angela Viers and husband, Joseph, all of Honaker; two sons, Terry Honaker and wife, Missy, and Jeff Honaker and wife, Karen, all of Honaker; grandchildren, Matt Vandyke, Josh Vandyke, Kayla Ray and husband, Matt, Justin Honaker, Jerod Honaker, Courtney Honaker, Brittney Dye, Krista Dye, Devin Viers, Madison Viers, and Landon Viers; two step-grandchildren, Logan Reynolds and Emily Reynolds; two great-grandchildren, Hayden Robinson and Kamden Robinson; one expected great-grandchild; two sisters Joyce Miller and husband, Eugene of Lebanon, and Patty Honaker of Swords Creek; one brother, Jerry Perkins of Swords Creek; special caregivers, Helen Musick and her sister, Patty Honaker. The family would like to

extend a special thank you to Divine Home Care for their love, support, and care of their mother. Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. David Perkins and Rev. Roy Lee Wilson officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Jack Compton and Devin Viers. Honaker Funeral Home served the Honaker family. Online condolences may be sent at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

650. Buford L.[6] Honaker (Nathan Edward[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

1118. iii. Mark Duane.

652. Miles[6] Honaker (Nathan Edward[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Jan 1941 in Gardner, Va. Died 15 Aug 2008 in Swords Crek, Va. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 16 Aug 2008 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 20 Aug 2008: Rev. Miles Honaker, age 68, of the Clark’s Valley section of Swords Creek, Va., passed away Friday morning, Aug. 15, 2008, at his home. Born Jan. 8, 1941 in Honaker, Va., he was a son of the late Nathan and Jettie Dye Honaker. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a disabled coal miner. He was of the Freewill Baptist faith and had served as a minister for over 45 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ed Honaker and Rev. Thurman Honaker, and two infant sisters. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Patty Sue Honaker of the home, two daughters, Wanda K. Shelton and husband, Jody of Swords Creek and Rhonda Gail Hays and husband, Anthony of Doran; one son Douglas Wayne Honaker of Richlands; four grandchildren, Amanda Harris, Jeremy Harris, Cameron Shelton, and Kaitlyn Shelton; three great-grandchildren, Jordan Harris, Cain Harris, and Abigail Dotson; three sisters, Mary Sue Crabtree and husband, Mack, Juanita Gross, and Anna Honaker; four brothers, Buford Honaker and wife, Louise of Florida, Farley Honaker and wife, Kathy of Bristol, Dan Honaker and wife, Ann of Honaker, and Sonny Honaker and wife, Sharon of Pulaski; special friend, Ervin Johnson; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Giles Wilson, Rev. Don Sullivan, and Rev. Ellis Whited officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Nephews served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were all area ministers.

He married Patty Sue Perkins, a daughter of Noah Perkins and Ocie Ray, in Swords Creek, Va. Patty was a sister of Nadine Perkins who married Miles’ brother Thurman. Children:

1120. i. Wanda K.[7]ii. Douglas Wayne.

1121. iii. Rhonda Gail (called Gail).

654. Farley Gene[6] Honaker (Nathan Edward[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Nov 1946 in Gardner, Va.

He married Catherine Loretta Sykes (called Cathy), daughter of Walter Sykes and Beauty Mae Unknown, in Coulwood, Va. Children:

i. Alicia Renee[7].ii. Andrew Kynan. Born 11 May 1985 in Cabell Co., W.Va. Died 25 Oct 1999 in Bristol, Tenn.

Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.Lebanon [Va.] News, 3 Nov 1999: Mr. Andrew Kynan Honaker, age 14, of 22343

Willow Creek Circle, Bristol, Va., passed away Monday morning, Oct. 25, 1999, in a Bristol, Tenn. hospital. Born May 11, 1985 in Cabell Co., W.Va., he was a son of Fairley Gene and Catherine Loretta Sykes Honaker of Bristol, Va. He was a native of Cabell Co., W.Va., but had resided in Bristol, Va., for the past eight years. A freshman at John Battle High School, he was active in EPIC, computers, and various clubs. He was a member of the Kingsway Baptist Church in Bristol. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Beauty Mae Sykes and Nathan and Jettie Honaker. In addition to his parents, survivors include one sister, Alicia Renee Honaker of the home. Andrew is also survived by a host of family and many special friends who love him. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Donald Page officiating. Interment followed in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Uncles served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Phillip Graves, Matthew Meade, Eric James, Israel Svectz, and Jamie Smith. Honaker Funeral Home of Honaker was in charge.

657. Anna Frances[6] Honaker (Nathan Edward[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[l]). She married, first, Billy Gene Pruner (called Billy), son of Jake Pruner and Alta Ward, 23 Dec 1972 in Lebanon, Va.

Born 16 Jun 1954 in Virginia. They divorced 13 Feb 1990 in Lebanon. He served in the U.S. Army. Children:

1125. i. Patricia Ann[7]. Born 26 Jun 1975. ii. David Gene. Born 29 Jul 1978 in Richlands, Va. In 1999 he lived on Big A Mountain, Russell

Co., Va.

She married, second, Ronald Lee Smith, son of Lee Smith and Elsie May Unknown, 6 Nov 1999 at the Block Church, Swords Creek, Va. Born 26 Jan 1951 in Rowe, Va. Their wedding service was conducted by the Rev. Carl Robinson. A photograph of the couple appeared in The Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Oct 1999, and Honaker Family Newsletter, Nov-Dec 1999.

659. Josie Mae[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jun 1911 in Russell Co., Va.She married Perry Marshall Yates (called Pete), son of Balford Yates and Alice McCloud. Born in Aug 1911. Died 1

Oct 1974. Children:

659. viii. Chester M. Born 16 Oct 1945 in Russell Co., Va.

660. Conley Lee[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 10 Apr 2001 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon.

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 12 Apr 2001 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Apr 2001: Mr. Conley Lee Honaker, age 87, of Honaker, Va., passed away Tue., Apr. 10, 2001 in a Lebanon, Va., hospital. Born Jan. 4, 1914 in Russell County, he was a son of the late [Ive] and Cora Harris Honaker. A lifelong resident of the Honaker area, he was a former coal miner and farmer. He was a member of the Mt. Zion Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Honaker; one son, Kenneth Honaker; two grandchildren, Billy Dean Hess and Rita Gail Hess; four sisters, Josie Yates, Edna Belcher, Ernie Moore, and Darlis Bentley; and three brothers, Carson Honaker, Chalmer Honaker, and Bernard Honaker. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Frances Honaker of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Edith and Chester Hess of Honaker, Va.; two sons and three daughters-in-law, Fred Allen and [Polly] Honaker, Conley Earl and Retha Honaker of Lebanon, Va., and Lula Honaker of Honaker, Va.; two step-daughters, Lois Carol Bates of Meadowview, Va., and JoAnn Cook of Pineville, W.Va.; two step-sons, Buddy Jenna “Hoot” Dye of the home and Dean Dye of Meadowview, Va.; two sisters, Marie Johnson of Honaker, Va., and Naomi Barnett of Bristol, Va.; three brothers, Melvin Honaker of Dayton, Ohio, Dallas Honaker and Charlie Honaker, both of Maryland; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 12 step-grandchildren, and 16 step-great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Virgil Musick and Rev. Cory Dye officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were David Honaker, Sammy Honaker, Steve Honaker, Calvin Stinson, Buddy Dye, and Dean Dye. Honorary pallbearers were Montana Smith, Joseph Ray and Chris Ray. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

He married, second, Mildred Frances (Owens) Dye, daughter of Frank Owens and Ollie Green. She was previously married to Carl Henry Dye and had children in that marriage.

661. Carson Bryant[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Feb 1917 in Russell Co., Va. Died 9 Jun 1972 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Russell County Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

He married Maudie Johnson, daughter of Henry Johnson and Pearl Street. Born 2 Oct 1917 in Russell County. Died 28 Jan 2008 in Lebanon. Buried in Russell County Memorial Cem., Lebanon.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 6 Feb 1008: Mrs. Maudie Honaker Strouth, age 90, of 3316 Tunnell Road, Honaker, Va., went to be with her Lord and Savior, Mon., Jan. 28, 2008, in a Lebanon, Va. hospital. Born Oct. 2, 1917 in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late Henry and Pearl Street Johnson. She was a lifelong resident of the area and was a member of the Church of the Living God in Honaker. Her granddaughter, Lori Jackson, was her special angel, whom she loved dearly. Maude was a very special mother, grandmother and friend. She touched many lives and always had a smile and a meal for everyone she met. She was loved by everyone that knew her and will be missed deeply. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Carson Honaker, her second husband, Garlin Strouth, one brother, Henry Johnson, and her step-father, Ross Musick. Survivors include five daughters, Shelvia Jackson, Sue Brickey and husband, Lindsey, Wanda Wilson and her husband, Junior all of Honaker, Diane Hess of Swords Creek, and Sandy Slaughter of Gray, Tenn.; one son, James Honaker of Bristol, Va. and daughter-in-law Midge Honaker of Honaker; four step-children, David Strouth, Barbara Honaker, Clifford Strouth, and Arfey Miller; two brothers, Cecil Johnson of War, W.Va. and Clarence Musick of Pocahontas, Va.; 15 grandchildren, ten step-grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 16 step-great-grandchildren, and five

great-great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Arnold Street and Assistant Pastor John Street officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Russell Memorial Cem. at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Jack Johnson, John Johnson, Dave Musick, Charles Musick, Wayne Combs, and Jerry Broadwater. Honorary pallbearers were grandsons and sons-in-law.

Children:

661. i. Shelvia[7]. ii. Carolyn Sue. She married Lindsey Brickey.iii. James. He married Midge Unknown.iv. Wanda. She married Junior Wilson.v. Diane. She married Unknown Hess.vi. Sandy Elaine. In 1996 she was vice president and manager, Premier Bank, Gate City, Scott Co.,

Va. She married Joe T. Slaughter, son of George T. Slaughter and Unknown, 5 Dec 1995 in Jamaica. In 1996 he was a mechanical engineer for Eastman Chemical Co., Kingsport, Tenn. A wedding photograph of the couple appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Summer 1996.

662. Dallas Ambrose[6] Honaker (Ive[5], Oscar[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 20 May 1934 in Russell Co., Va. Died 1 Jul 2012 in Rockville, Md. Buried in Ketron Memorial Gardens, Lebanon, Va.

Frederick [Md.] News-Post, 4 Jul 2012: Dallas A. Honaker, 78, of Boyds, Md., passed away July 1, 2012 at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital. Born on May 20, 1934 in Russell Co., Va., he was the son of the late Ive and Ethel Honaker of Honaker, Va. Dallas served in the U.S. Army. He was also a member of The Knights of Pythias of Gaithersburg, Md. He retired from Orndorff & Spaid Roofing Co. after more than 31 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Earnesteen (Tina) Honaker; one daughter, Kim Holmes & husband, Jeff of Monrovia; two granddaughters, Brittanee and Brooke; a brother, Charlie Honaker & wife Jean of Brookeville, Md., Marie Johnson and husband Daniel of Honaker, Va., Naomi Barnett of Bristol, Va., and many nieces and nephews. A viewing was held at Molesworth-Williams, P.A., Funeral Home on Tue., July 3, 2012. Family will receive friends on Thurs., July 5, 2012, 9–11 a.m. at Honaker Funeral Home, Honaker, Va., followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Online Condolences may be expressed to the family at molesworthwilliams.com.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 5 Jul 2012: Boyds, Md.—Funeral services for Dallas A. Honaker will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thurs., July 5, 2012, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with the Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment will follow in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until the funeral hour. Mr. Dallas A. Honaker, age 78, passed away Sun., July 1, 2012, at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.honakerfuneralhome.net.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 11 Jul 2012: Dallas A. Honaker, age 78, of Boyds, Md., passed away Sun., July 1, 2012 at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital. Born May 20, 1934 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late Ive and Ethel Honaker of Honaker, Va. He had served in the U.S. Army and was a member of The Knights of Pythias of Gaithersburg, Md. He was retired from Orndorff & Spaid Roofing Co. after more than 31 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Josie Yates, Erma Moore, Edna Belcher, Darlis Clark, Hettie Honaker, and Loraine Honaker, and brothers, Conley Honaker, Carson Honaker, Chalmer Honaker, Melvin Honaker, Bernard Honaker, and Willard Honaker. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Earnesteen (Tina) Honaker; one daughter, Kim Holmes & husband, Jeff of Monrovia, Md.; two granddaughters, Brittanee and Brooke; one brother, Charlie Honaker & wife, Jean of Brookeville, Md., two sisters, Marie Johnson and husband, Daniel of Honaker, Va., and Naomi Barnett of Bristol, Va.; many nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Thurs., July 5, 2012, in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment followed in Ketron Memorial Gardens at Lebanon, Va. Pallbearers were Jeff Holmes, Rick Honaker, Harold Johnson, Scott Yates, Gary Yates, Jerry Yates, Chester Yates, Larry Belcher, and Ronnie Belcher.

He married Earnesteen Hart, (also seen as Ernestine), daughter of [maternal grandparents] Elmer Burton Hart and Liddy Margaret Duty, who raised her, 28 May 1955 in Honaker, Va. Born 24 Oct 1938 in Cleveland, Va. Earnesteen’s birth mother Virginia Hart married Archie[7] Honaker (Martin[1]).

Children (of Dallas and Earnesteen):

1131. i. Kimberly Ann[7]. (adopted)

663. Carl Lee[6] Ray (called Carl) (Ivan Roosevelt[5], Rachel Celia[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). In Dec 1999 Carl prepared an interesting autobiography for his children and grandchildren, which was the cover story in Honaker Family Newsletter, May-Jun 2000, with photographs.

Growing up During the Depression Years (My Life in a Nutshell)I was born June 11, 1931 in Hawkins Co., Tenn., the fourth of 11 children of Ivan R. “Ted” and Dollis

(Sykes) Ray. Mom and Dad grew up in Russell Co., Va., where they were married Aug. 21, 1923. They moved to Tennessee in 1928, where Dad was promised a job on the Clinchfield Railroad. He ended up staying with the railroad for 35 years, doing maintenance work. He was strong as an ox from all the hard outside work, walking home many days with his lunch bucket in one hand and a railroad crosstie on his shoulder. We lived a good half mile from the railroad at the time.

My brothers and sisters in the order of their birth were: Kathleen, Ivan Jr., Arling C., yours truly, Elmer, Phyllis, James Earl, Wilma Jean, Velma Sue, Ernest G., and Howard. Phyllis and James Earl died as infants of whooping cough. Kathleen and Ivan, Jr. were born in Virginia before the family moved to Kingsport, Tenn., where Arling was born. (He went by his middle name, Chester, until he joined the Army). After a short stay in Sullivan County, Mom and Dad moved to Hawkins County where the rest of us children were born. We lived in several different houses on what is now known as Big Elm Road, but the house I best remember was just up river from the railroad bridge, the house that Dad had built about 1940, when I was nine years old.

We grew up on the North Fork of the Holston River and I have many pleasant memories of the hours spent on the river fishing, boating, swimming, etc. We kept a homemade boat and fished with trotlines, nets, and of course from the bank with homemade poles. When we didn’t have fishhooks we made our own from straight pins. We had a good place to swim close to the house, and I probably learned to swim about as soon as I learned to walk. Dad was a good swimmer and taught us all to swim at an early age.

We learned to pole the boat upstream over the shoals and would go for miles up and down the river. Every spring we would have times when the river would be at flood stage and the water real muddy. At such times we would seine for fish along the river’s edge. Sometimes two of us boys would chase another boat that had broken loose upstream, one of us holding onto the other boat (usually half full of water) while the other one paddled us back to shore. With the river so swift, sometimes we would end up a half mile down the river. Anyhow, it was dangerous to be out in the middle of the river without life jackets, something we had no knowledge of at the time.

Dad would have a neighbor plow our garden with horses and drag it smooth with a harrow, an A-shaped device with long spikes every few inches to break up the plowed ground. After that, all the work was done by hand. There was no such thing as a rototiller back then. The Bermuda Grass was something else to contend with, as it was impossible to get rid of!

Every Monday was wash day, and that was quite a chore before there were washing machines. Mom would always wash clothes under a big elm tree down near the river. Our job was to carry water from a spring nearby to fill a large zinc tub; we built a fire under it to heat the water. After the clothes came out of the boiling water, Mom would scrub them on her washboard using lye soap until they were clean. Then they went into another tub of water to rinse the soap out. After wringing them out by hand, they were ready to hang on the fence to dry, another job us kids had to do.

Tuesday of every week was ironing day. In the days before wash and wear, everything had to be pressed by heavy irons that were heated on top of the woodburning cookstove. Since coal would make a hotter fire to heat the irons, and we couldn’t afford to buy coal, us boys would walk the railroad with buckets for miles picking up every little lump of coal we could find that had dropped off the coal trains.

At Christmas time we usually got something to wear instead of toys, as money was always scarce around our house. Dad would buy a couple boxes of stick candy, some mixed nuts in the shell and a dozen oranges. Sometimes us kids would all get a small toy of some kind. One Christmas when I was about six, I got a little black man that danced when I would wind it up. I was playing with it in front of the fireplace and all of a sudden he danced into the fire and burned up in a flash. I think I cried the rest of that day.

We always went out and cut a cedar tree off the hill to decorate for Christmas. Many of the decorations were homemade, and were saved from one year to the next. We all got a new pair of brogans (shoes) in the fall, and they had to last us until warm weather, when we could go barefoot. The bottoms of our feet would get tough as cowhide going barefoot in summer. Everyone wore bib overalls back then—even to church sometimes.

Dad liked to rabbit hunt, and hardly ever missed when we jumped a rabbit. He used the old 12 gauge shotgun that belonged to his father, Iradell Ray (1866–1919). The old gun is now in possession of my brother, Arling Rhea. His name is spelled different now. When my older sister started to school the teacher said that Ray was a first name; that the surname should be spelled Rhea. Mom and dad didn’t know any better, so we grew up spelling our name Rhea. I changed mine back to the old spelling when I got into family research in 1972. When the dogs

chased a rabbit into a hole we would stop the hole up to keep the rabbit in. Then we went home and got one of our homemade “rabbit boxes” to set in the hole overnight. Next morning we would have a rabbit and sometimes two in one box.

We also did a lot of opossum hunting every year in the fall. We would go out after dark with carbide lights and when our dog Rex would tree an opossum we would climb up the tree and shake it out. When it hit the ground someone would have to take the opossum away from the dog and put it in the burlap sack we carried. Dad had built a pen in the crib where we kept the opossums for several weeks, feeding them buttermilk and bread to clean out their system before they were dressed for the oven. They would get tame after a while and would come running like pigs when we went up with their food. An opossum hide brought about a dollar, which was quite a bit back then when a dime would buy a loaf of bread or a gallon of kerosene. I would not eat an opossum any more, but when times were hard and food scarce we would eat most anything: rabbit, squirrel, groundhog, snapping turtle, etc. I think we even ate a muskrat one time!

I think we would have missed lots of meals when times were hard during the Depression if it had not been for the wild game and fish that we caught for the table. We had steel traps and did a lot of trapping. When there was nothing else in the house but corn meal, Mom would make corn meal mush. I ate so much mush growing up that I won’t eat grits to this day. We made many a noontime meal by crumbling leftover corn bread into a bowl of cold gravy left from breakfast. If we had an onion and/or a ripe tomato to add to it, and a little black pepper, it tasted pretty good. We also ate lots of wild greens back during the Depression years. Mom knew every weed that could be eaten as food. Among them, lambs quarter, field cresses, narrow dock, blue thistle and dandelion.

If we had any toys to play with we had to make our own. One time I wanted to make a wagon like the neighbor boy had, but didn’t have any wheels. My brother and I sawed wheels out of a blackgum tree with a crosscut saw. We didn’t have anything to drill holes in the center for the axle, so we burned a hole by heating a poker in the fireplace until it was red hot. It took some time, but we had plenty of that. The only bicycle I had until I was in high school was made of spare parts from several discarded bikes. We would put one bike tire inside of another and run them until they were slick all the way around. Arling had a little shop under the front porch where he repaired bikes. He was the only one around who could replace hubs, put in spokes and re-line wheels when they got out of line.

It cost adults ten cents to ride the passenger train into Kingsport and us children rode for a nickel. The Rotherwood Station was a half mile from where we lived, so that was the best way into town. The train going into Kingsport ran about 9:30 each morning and came back about 4:00 each afternoon, so many people would take the train to town and do their shopping.

Fourth of July was the highlight of the year for us kids, because there would be a big parade in town, and then the carnival was always there with all the rides only five cents. We would save up our money until we had “a whole dollar,” and spend the entire day at the carnival. We would even spend our last nickel sometimes and then walk the six miles back home.

On payday, Dad would sometimes come in from town with two pullman loaves of “light bread” and 5-lbs. of hot dogs and we would eat them cold just as they came from the store. To us hungry kids nothing could have tasted any better. One time there was one hot dog bigger than the rest and Ivan, Jr. grabbed it, not knowing it was bigger because it was spoiled. He found out the hard way, for it really made him sick. I delivered Grit, a weekly newspaper, to about 25 or 30 homes, and the bicycle was almost a necessity since my customers were scattered over several miles from Rotherwood to Clouds Ford. Grit sold for a nickel and I got to keep two cents for each paper I sold. Wow! Later we sold The Kingsport Times and had a lot more customers for it.

I forgot to say that we grew our own corn and had it ground for cornmeal. Mom would always bake biscuits for breakfast and a big pan of corn bread for supper. On weekends we would also have corn bread for the noon meal, but as I said before it was usually mush or leftovers for lunch during the week, when Dad wasn’t home. The nearest gristmill was at Beartown, back of West View. About once every three or four weeks we would shell out about a bushel of corn, putting it in two sacks and tying the sacks tight. Then we crossed the river by boat, climbed a rocky bluff on the other side, and carried the corn about five miles to the mill. It was about an all day trip.

I mentioned Dad bringing home used crossties from the railroad. He would use them for fence posts; and also we used them for firewood, sawing them in short lengths with the crosscut saw and splitting them with the axe. When we had coal to heat with we split the wood into little pieces to get the fire started.

Before the Depression hit Dad had owned a Model T Ford car, but for many years while I was growing up we never owned a car. That meant we had to walk everywhere we went: church, grocery store, school, visiting relatives, etc. About 1941 Dad bought an old Dodge that only ran half the time. I think we pushed that car all over

Hawkins County. I was about 14 when he traded for a 1931 Chevrolet roadster with a rumble seat. I learned to drive that car.

Mainly we lived on what we could grow in the garden. Mom always canned hundreds of cans (Mason jars) for the winter months. Our job was to wash the jars and get them ready to use. We did not have running water; at times the jars had been put away without being washed so it was always a job to clean them up. I could get my hand inside a jar back then! Also, we would string beans and put them on long strings to dry for winter. Then there were pickle beans in a five gallon crock, homemade hominy, dried apples, etc.

We always had a couple of big fat hogs to kill and dress about Thanksgiving time every year. Nothing was wasted from the hogs; the head and scraps were made into souse (something like meatloaf). All the fat was trimmed from the intestines, etc, and rendered into lard. Even the feet were saved. The hams, shoulders, and sides were put in the smokehouse and covered with a heavy layer of salt. We had no refrigerator back then, but kept our milk and butter in a springhouse. We used kerosene lamps for light until I was about ten years old, when we got electricity in our community. It was several years after that before we could afford a refrigerator.

We had a large RCA radio which operated off a battery. We only used it at night to get the news, Amos & Andy, Lum & Abner, Jamup & Honey, and a few other programs. Of course we always listened to the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday nights.

Something else we ate back then was the white bloom from the locust trees. They bloom about May and we gathered the bloom when they first opened up, washed them, shook them in a bag with corn meal, and fried them in a skillet. They were like fried fish, but no bones.

Besides our homemade bikes, one of our favorite toys was a metal band from the wheel hub of a horse-drawn wagon. These metal bands were about 10-in. in diameter and we made a handle from a piece of extra stiff wire to push them with. All the boys would have one and we put many a mile on them pushing them around.

About the first week of July wild blackberries would ripen and the whole family went blackberry picking. Mom would use them (12 to 18 gallons) to make jam, jelly, blackberry cobbler, etc., canning most of them in half-gallon cans. We also had cherries, apples, plums, peaches, grapes, and rhubarb. All these except plums and grapes were made into pies and also used in other ways.

When World War II started, night guards were posted on the railroad bridge a half mile from where we lived. They were afraid someone would blow up the bridge, which would stop the coal trains from passing through, and these were essential for the war effort. Dad was chosen to guard the bridge from midnight to 8:00 a.m. every night. He was sworn in as a deputy sheriff in Sullivan County and also in Hawkins County, since the bridge was in both counties. He was issued a U.S. Army 45-cal. automatic pistol, which he carried in a holster. He had to signal every train with his 5-cell flashlight that the bridge was okay to cross before it reached the bridge. They built the guards a nice little shack to stay in with a stove and some of us boys would sometimes spend the night with Dad in the shack. Of course we stayed out of sight when a train passed, about every two hours.

Dad liked to tell us stories about how things were when he was growing up back in Russell Co., Va. and we would sit for hours on end listening to these stories. Some were pretty tall tales.

I started school at Rocky Hill School at age six in 1937. We lived about five miles from school, but by taking a short cut across some farmland got it down to about four miles. Our path went through a couple apple orchards, so we always had something to munch on in season. There was also a farm pond on this shortcut, and in winter it was a good place to ice skate. Sometimes in nice weather some of us boys would shoot marbles all the way home from school. I carried my lunch in a 4-lb. (half-gal.) lard bucket. A typical lunch would consist of a meat biscuit or two and a fried apple pie or a jam biscuit. A special treat would be peanut butter and crackers or anything that was store bought.

Some of my buddies at school were: Robert Mullins, Bob Carmack, Jim Brooks, Gene Ramey, and Paul Mellons. Our neighbors were: Bob & Liz Walters, John & Effie Ramey, Neal & Sarah Ragle, Jerry Mellons, and Paul & Polly Sands. Bob and Paul Sands lived on the bluff straight across the river from us. They actually lived in Sullivan County but got their mail in Hawkins County. When the mailman stopped at their box they would come across the river in their boat to get their mail.

Back in the 1930s when times were really hard we bought very little at the grocery store; usually lamp oil (kerosene), sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and coffee were the main things on the list. We purchased pinto beans by the hundred pound sack to get a better price because we used so many. Sometimes at suppertime there would be three bowls on the long dining table. All three bowls would contain the same thing: soup beans.

Soon after Mom & Dad moved to Tennessee, my Grandmother Ray left Russell Co., Va., and moved to Hawkins County near where Mom & Dad had moved to. She was Rachel (Honaker) Ray, widow of Iradell Ray. After Iradell died she married Elbert Lockhart (my wife JoAnn’s Grandfather), but the marriage only lasted a short time. She lived most of her years in Tennessee with her son Silas. When we were growing up we loved to visit Grandma Ray, and usually stayed all night with her and Silas. She sold milk and butter to make spending money and always kept two or three milk cows. The problem was she didn’t have enough pasture for that many cows, so every weekday she would take them all the way to the old Rotherwood bridge and let them graze the roadsides (about four miles round trip). Some of us boys always went on these daily walks with Grandma, sometimes taking our cow along too.

One night when we had stayed overnight at Grandma Ray’s and were eating breakfast, my cousin Obie Ray, Jr. found a whole June bug in his blackberry jam. I think that’s how he got the nickname “June bug”. One morning Grandma was milking her cows and one of them moved, causing her to fall off her milk stool. She broke her hip and never was able to walk again. She died Christmas Day 1948 and is buried at Ross Camp Ground, but Grandpa Ray is buried back in Russell Co., Va.

Kenneth Cloud owned and operated the grocery store where we traded. It was about two miles from where we lived. Mr. Cloud was an elder in the Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church, and would pick us kids up every Sunday morning and take us to church. I have a picture taken about 1939 of the boys Sunday School Class that includes Elmer and myself. The same picture is in a book at the library, A Pictorial History of Sullivan County.

Rocky Hill School, which I attended, was a little two-room schoolhouse, and soon became overcrowded. When I was in the 4th grade we moved into a new school, Ross Camp Ground, where I finished my grade school years. The old Rocky Hill School was being used as a residence in 1999, but the modern brick Ross Camp Ground School has been torn down and is no more. There were just four of us in the 8th grade at R.C.G. School—Jimmy Brooks, Virginia McAmis, Pauline Hilton and me. Pauline dropped out and got married, so only three of us got our diplomas.

I started high school at Church Hill in the 1946–47 school year. After school and Saturdays I worked at the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P) super market in Kingsport. When school let out for the summer I worked full time. I hired in for 30-cents an hour and boy, did I feel rich! I would put in a ten or 12-hr. day and eat lunch for a dime! A 12-oz. bottle of Pepsi Cola was a nickel and a Moon Pie (bigger than they are now) was a nickel. When school started again I kept working full time instead of going back (big mistake). After working for a full year I decided to return to school when it started in the 1948–49 school year, still working Friday nights and Saturdays at A&P. (I had worked up from bag boy to stock clerk). After finishing the sophomore year of high school I joined the Air Force June 13, 1949. They took us to Knoxville, Tenn. for a physical exam and swearing in ceremonies, and then put 16 of us on a train for San Antonio, Texas to start basic training.

When we finished our basic training they gave us an aptitude test to see what we were best suited for. I asked for military police, but they insisted I did better on the mechanical test, so off I went to Aircraft and Engine Mechanic School at Wichita Falls, Texas. Upon graduation from mechanic’s school I got a 30-day leave with orders to go to the Far East when my 30-day furlough was up. Well, just three days before I had to leave for the Far East the Korean War broke out. It didn’t look good for this old country boy! I was just thankful I wasn't in the Regular Army.

As it turned out, I was in Japan for almost a year before I was transferred to Korea. I spent another ten months at K-2, Tague, Korea, a few miles from where all the fighting was going on. The closest I came to being killed was when a 50-cal. machine gun shorted out on one of our own jet fighters and I came within inches of being hit. The Good Lord was looking out for me again. I worked on several different types of planes, but mostly on F-80s, F-86s, C-47s and B-26s.

I came back from Korea in April 1952 and got another 30-day furlough before I had to report to Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, N.M., to finish my hitch in the Air Force. On April 23, 1952, while home on leave, I was saved in a revival meeting at Greenvale Baptist Church in West Carters Valley. I had lived a pretty good life, but then I realized that we are all lost without Jesus as our personal savior.

My first car was a 1938 Chevrolet which I bought in Albuquerque in 1952. 1 drove it the 1,800 miles home without so much as a flat tire. I did fall asleep at the wheel just outside Meridian, Miss., and ran over a 20-ft. embankment, but didn’t get a scratch.

While 1952 was a good year for me, I cannot say the same for 1953. That year I entered a marriage that lasted only three months, got a job at Holston Defense only to be layed off nine months later, and had a car repossessed by the bank because I was overdue on a payment. Here I was without a wife, without a car, without a

job, and broke (and it was Christmas time to boot). What to do? I hitchhiked to Miami, Fla., and spent three months working as a doorman and bellhop in a fancy hotel, The Floridian, on Miami Beach. Three months later I came home driving my own car that I paid cash for, with a little extra cash in my wallet. God is good!

1954: I came home from Florida in April and helped on the farm until June. I find out in June that I have a son by my ex-wife, JoAnn Lockhart Ray (I didn’t even know that she was expecting!) When she left me she went to Mt. Vernon, Ohio where she had family and I had not heard from her since. After going to Ohio to see my son, Donald Nathan, and make arrangements to pay the hospital and doctor bills, I went to Detroit, Mich., and got on at a steel mill. Donald was later adopted by his stepfather, Robert Wilson.

1955: After 12 months at the steel mill, they have a strike and I head south instead of walking the picket line. I get a job at Kingsport Press where I only stay three months before I turn in my notice. While working the afternoon shift at the Press I meet Helen Sluss from Dungannon, Va., who is staying with her sister in town and going to Whitney’s Business College. We hit it off from the first day we met and I’m off to Detroit again where I can make enough money to support a wife. This time I get a job at Service Office Supply working in their wholesale warehouse. At the steel mill I belonged to the American Federation of Labor (AFL) United Steelworkers Union. Now I’m in the Teamsters Union, run by Jimmy Hoffa.

1957: Helen is working for the Navy Department in Washington D.C. She and two of her girl friends went there when they got out of business college. I’m still in Detroit, but make the trip to Washington, D. C. once in awhile on weekends. We wrote lots of love letters. We set our wedding date for Feb. 7, so while she turns in her notice, I ask for a few days off and head south. We rented an apartment near where I worked when we arrive back in Detroit.

1958: One year later our son Michael Lee was born Feb. 10th and we decided to buy a house in Hazel Park, just north of Detroit. I quit my job in the warehouse and went to work at Chevrolet for a few months. Didn’t like assembly line work at all, so found a storeroom job at Burroughs which I liked much better.

1961: After three years at Burroughs, I get layed off and I try to talk Helen into moving back south. Our daughter, Beverly Jean, was born July 25th. Helen agrees to put the house up for sale and it sells within a week. We rented a house nearby until we can find a place in Kingsport, Tenn.

1962: We finally make the move back south and I got on at Tennessee Eastman. We bought eight acres of land from my Dad and had a new house built on Valley Drive, back of Sullivan Central High School.

1963: My Uncle Silas Ray died Sept. 7th, buried in Ross Camp Ground Cem.. 1966: My Uncle Charles Ray died Aug. 12th, buried in Richlands, Va. My Grandfather Charles R. Sykes

died Aug. 28th, buried in Lebanon, Va.1967: My Grandmother, Rachel Artrip Sykes died Dec. 6th in Morristown, Tenn., buried in Lebanon, Va.1974: My Father, Ivan P. Ray, Sr. died July 17th, buried in East Lawn Cem., Kingsport. Helen had an

automobile accident and broke her back Dec. 7th. 1976: We sold our house on Valley Drive and bought one in Indian Springs at 404 Navaho Lane. My

Brother, Elmer, died November 28th. 1980: Michael Ray & Patricia Kidd married May 16th. 1983: Beverly Jean Ray & Mike Miller married Aug. 27th. 1985: My Mother, Dollis Sykes Ray, died Nov. 25th. 1986: Dylan Miller born Oct.1st. 1987: Shelley Ray born Apr. 8th and I take early retirement from Eastman April 30th. We traded houses with

Mike and Patty because they needed a larger house and we wanted a smaller place so we could spend more time travelling in our motor home.

1988: We join SOWERS (Servants On Wheels Ever Ready). It is a group of retired Christian recreational vehicle owners who volunteer their time and talents at Bible camps, Christian schools and churches doing all types of maintenance, from painting to erecting new buildings. We started out working six months a year. We love the good Christian Fellowship, plus getting to travel all over and learning new skills (some of the volunteers are retired carpenters, electricians, plumbers, etc.) We have worked projects from Virginia to Florida to California.

1990: Heather Ray born Oct 12th. 1991: Kirstie Wilson born Feb. 17th. 1994: Zachary Wilson born June 20th. 1999: We spend Christmas at home, the first time in 12 years we didn’t go south for the winter.

I hope this short autobiography will help our children and grandchildren realize how blessed they are to have radio, television, video cassette recorders, compact disc players, personal computers, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, microwave ovens, electric lights, indoor plumbing, water heaters, automatic washers and dryers, etc. These are all things that our generation didn’t have when we were young. Also automobiles, lawnmowers, rototillers,

electric drills, chain saws, electric stoves, freezers—the list goes on and on. In my home, we didn’t even have mattresses back in the 1930s, but slept on straw ticks—two sheets sewed together at the edges and filled with straw.

When our son Mike was about 16 he kept bugging me to go backpacking with him on the Appalachian Trail. I finally gave in, and we got all the equipment and food together and drove to North Carolina to spend a few days hiking in the mountains. After covering about 12 miles we came to an open-sided shelter somewhere way back in the boonies and decided to stop for the night. When darkness came we were snug in our sleeping bags probably 25 or 30 miles from another living soul. We lay there in total darkness wondering out loud what we would do if a bear smelled our food and came into the shelter during the night. Well, I drifted off into dreamland, but was awakened by a bloodcurdling scream from Mike that made me think a bear already had him. I grabbed my flashlight and at the same time yelled “What’s wrong, Mike?” His answer: “I was lying here half asleep and a mouse ran right across my face.”

After a few short hiking trips into the mountains, we decided to do the whole Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine, doing a section each year at vacation time until we had covered the whole 2,200-mile trail. When I took early retirement from Eastman at age 56, we had covered about half the A.T., and I wanted to finish it while I was still in good physical condition, so I went out by myself a couple times. One of those times I was gone 35 days. I guess Helen didn’t like spending all that time alone (or else she didn’t trust me out there by myself). Anyway, when I started getting ready to hike the trail through New England she insisted on going with me.

I had a 355-mile section from Manchester, Vt., to the Pennsylvania state line planned out when she decided to rent a backpack from the T.E.C. Hiking Club and go along to keep an eye on me. We had not been on the trail but a couple hours when she had a real bad fall. I thought she might have cracked a bone in her wrist and put a splint on just in case. She insisted her arm was okay and refused to go get it x-rayed, but carried it in a sling for the whole 30 day hike. When we reached Delaware Water Gap, Pa., 30 days later, she went to the hospital and sure enough, an x-ray showed a broken wrist bone.

Mike and I had lots of good times over the years we hiked the trail, and a few bad times too. We got lost a few times, ran out of food on one hike, almost drowned fording a creek in the Smokies that was out of banks, had to beat off the dogs a few times, etc. We had raccoons, skunks, and snakes in some of the shelters at night, but overall the field mice gave us more trouble than all the other animals put together. I finally started carrying a mouse trap in my pack which I would bait with peanut butter at night. One night in a Massachusetts shelter I caught 18 mice in the one trap.

While hiking the A.T. through Carter Co., Tenn., we met two men going in the opposite direction on the trail. I started to speak to the one in front when I noticed the man a couple steps behind him had a large handgun pointed right at the back of the first man’s head. What a scary moment!

We thought some maniac was on the loose and was going to shoot us all. Then I noticed the guy with the gun had a shoulder patch on his uniform; I never did see a badge. I asked him, “What’s going on?” His answer: “Keep your eyes open up ahead. The woods are full of men.” We didn’t know what was really happening until we got home a week later and saw the headline in the Kingsport newspaper. The man the officer was bringing in was the leader of a teen-age gang that had robbed and killed a man in his own home. It appears he was hiding out on the mountain top and the lawmen had surrounded the mountain after receiving a tip on where he was hiding. Anyway, I’m glad the law found him before we did!

Helen didn’t learn her lesson the first time so went back with me the next year to hike the remaining 85 miles in Pennsylvania. I completed the entire trail on May 30, 1994. They gave me a big welcome home party when I finished, and even had a newspaper reporter out there taking pictures and getting information for a write-up. Doing the whole trail was quite an experience, but I wouldn’t want to do it again.

666. Lillian Mae[6] Sinkhorn (Margie[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Children:

666. iv. Rhonda Margie. Born 3 Aug 1954.

670. Chester Denton[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 22 May 1921 in Russell Co., Va. Died 17 Jun 2005. A photograph and poem appeared in his honor in Lebanon [Va.] News, 17 May 2006.

He married Jo Ella Maxfield. Children:

1144. i. Howard Junior[7] (called Dick). Born 24 Aug 1947.670. ii. Archie. 670. iii. Stella.

670. iv. Woodrow. v. Randall.

670. vi. Anna P. 670. vii. Sandra.670. viii. Roy. 670. ix. Janie. 670. x. Loretta.

671. Lula Gaye[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 May 1925 in Russell Co., Va. Died 24 Jun 2004 in Willard, Ohio. Buried in Maple Grove Cem., New Haven, Ohio.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Sep 2004; also Willard [Ohio] Times, Sandusky [Ohio] Register, Mansfield [Ohio] Journal, Norwalk [Ohio] Reflector, dates not reported: Lula G. Harris, 79, of Willard, most recently of Willard Health Care, Willard, died at 11:25 a.m. Thurs., June 24, 2004. She was born May 27, 1925 in Honaker, Va., to the late Ralph and Allena (Compton) Honaker. Mrs. Harris was married June 27, 1945 to Ross Harris who preceded her in death March 11, 1992. Mrs. Harris enjoyed bluegrass music, cooking, canning, crocheting, quilting and the company of her dog, Tammy. Mrs. Harris is survived by her son, John Harris and his wife Lee of Shelby; three daughters, Betty Harris of Baltimore, Md., Brenda (Timothy) Disbennett of Franklin, Ohio, and Margaret “Sue” (Gordon) Childers of Waldorf, Md.; 13 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren; three brothers, Chester, Bill and Harmon Honaker of Virginia; and sister, Sally Massey of Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and four brothers, Clifford, Tommy, Euald and Howard Honaker. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Mon., June 28, 2004 at Lindsey-Kocher Funeral Service, 323 Myrtle Ave., Willard, with services being conducted by Pastor Robert (Doc) Burrows of the Willard Church of the Nazarene. Burial will be in the Maple Grove Cem., New Haven. Friends may call Sunday 5–8 p.m. at the funeral home.

A story about her appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Fall 1993, and a photograph of her appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, Mar-Apr 2000. Lula was required at home to help raise the family, so completed only three months of sixth grade at Combs School, Crackers Neck, Russell Co., Va.

She married Ross Harris, son of John Otis Harris and Ada Melissa Stinson, 27 Jun 1944 in Abingdon, Va. Born 1 Apr 1926 in Honaker, Va. Died 11 Mar 1992 in Columbus, Ohio. Buried in Maple Grove Cem., New Haven, Ohio. He was given the middle initial “O.” on his birth certificate, presumably because of his father’s middle name, but never used that name. He completed elementary school on Thompsons Creek, and continued to the eighth grade at Honaker [Va.] High School. For the first years of his married life, Ross was a coal miner. Then he moved to Ohio looking for work. He became a brakeman for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. After a heart attack, he became a conductor, and retired as one after the B&O became CSX. He also worked as a carpenter and was able to make musical instruments. Children:

1044. i. Johnny Ralph[7] (called John).ii. Betty Carol (called Bea). Born 21 Jul 1948 in Honaker, Va. She became a secretary for the AFL-

CIO labor union in Baltimore, Md. In 2004 she lived in Baltimore and had been with the union for 33 years.

1045. iii. Brenda Clara.1046. iv. Margrett Sue.

672. Tommy Linkous[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Apr 1927 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Nov 1994 in Russell County. Buried in Lebanon Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 23 Nov 1994: Tommy L. Honaker, 66, died Nov. 18, 1994 at his home in Russell Co., Va. A son of Ralph and Alena Compton Honaker, he was born in Russell County and lived there throughout his lifetime. He was a retired coal miner, formerly employed by Dominion Coal Co. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcella Wilson Honaker, on Apr. 1, 1988. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Barbara Walls of Rosedale, Va., and Mrs. Norma Ball of Lebanon, Va.; two sisters, Mrs. Sally Massie of Honaker, Va., Mrs. Lula Gay Harris of Willard, Ohio; three brothers, Chester Harmon and Bill Honaker all of Honaker; four grandchildren, Angie and Brandon Walls and Tonya and Brad Cook; and two step grandsons, Preston and James Ball. Funeral services were held Nov. 20, 1994 in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clyde Lambert and Elder Landon Colley officiating. Pallbearers were Richard Anderson, Phillip Whitt, Jason Fuller, Bill Allen Honaker, Howard Honaker, Harold Compton and Kermit Cartmell. Interment was at Lebanon Cem., Lebanon, Va. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

He married Marcella Wilson. Died 1 Apr 1988. Children:

672. i. Norma Jean[7]. Born 31 Jan 1951 in Finney, Russell Co., Va.1147. ii. Barbara Lynn. Born 18 Oct 1952 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va.

673. Billy Sunday[6] Honaker (Ralph[5], William Linkous[4], Isaac William[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Jul 1928 in Russell Co., Va. In 2007 he lived in Finney, Va. The obituary of his daughter Kathy Jean, 11 Apr 2012, introduced confusion into accuracy of what was previously reported about him and his family. His second wife, previously reported as Margie Yates, was in the obituary given as Margie Mae Owens, and Kathy’s birthdate seems to have placed her as a child of Billy’s first marriage to Sophia. We know that some of the information below is wrong, but present knowledge does not allow us to correct it.

He married, first, Sophia Ellen Ball, daughter of Luther Ball and Pearlie Rose Unknown. They divorced. Born in Buchanan Co., Va. Died Feb 1988. Buried in Honaker-Wilson Cem., one and a half miles north of Finney, Va. Sophia first married Ross Crabtree and later married Robert Wilson, who died ca. 2003.

Sophia brought three children to the marriage with Billy—Marie Mae Crabtree, b. 4 Feb 1943 in the Combs Ridge area of Buchanan Co., Va.; James Luther Crabtree (called Jim), named for his grandfather Luther Ball, b. 1945, d. 1973 in Lebanon, Va.; Leonard Walker Crabtree (called Lynn, which appears on his headstone), named for his grandfather Walker Rose, b. 1947, d. 22 Jun 1966 in Lebanon, Va. Both Lynn and Jim died from hanging in their cell at the Russell County Jail, Lebanon. The family believed that one particular deputy had a hand in both deaths.

Children (of Billy and Sophia):

i. Ralph[7]. (twin) Died as an infant.ii. Henry. (twin) Died as an infant.

673. iii. Harless B. [He had no middle name, just the initial.] Born 1 Jan 1951 in Russell County.1148 iv. Billy Allen. 673 v. Larry Gene. Born 23 Nov 1955 in Honaker, Va.

vi. Sharon Kay. She married Unknown Stevens. In 2010 she lived in Cartersville, Va.vii. Michael Brian. He married Terri Unknown.

673. viii. Glen David. Born 13 Jan 1963 in Tazewell Co., Va.ix. Alena Louella (called Louella). Born 9 Sep 1964 in Russell Co., Va. Died of cancer 4 Feb 2007 in

Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Honaker-Wilson Cem.. Lebanon [Va.] News, 7 Feb 2007 and Bristol (Tenn.-Va.) Herald Courier, 6 Feb 2007: Honaker [Va.]—Alena Louella Honaker, 42, went to be with the Lord on Sun., Feb. 4,

2007. Born on Sept. 9, 1964, in Russell Co., Va., she was the daughter of Billy S. Honaker and the late Sophie Ball Wilson. She was a lifelong resident of Honaker and a graduate of Honaker High School. In addition to her mother, two infant brothers, Ralph and Henry Honaker, and two half-brothers, Jim and Lynn Crabtree, also preceded her in death. Survivors include her father, Billy S. Honaker; five brothers, Harless Honaker and wife Rita, Larry Honaker, Billy Allen Honaker and wife Linda, Mike Honaker and wife Terri and Glenn David Honaker and wife Margaret; one half-brother, Billy J. Honaker and wife Missy; sister, Sharon Stevens; two half-sisters, Robin Smith and Margie Owens; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 7, 2007, at Owens Funeral Service Chapel, with the Rev. Guy Harris and the Rev. Edward Tiller officiating. Interment will follow at the Wilson Family Cem. in Finney, Va. The family will receive friends on Tuesday after 6 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Owens Funeral Service, 105 Tate St., Lebanon, VA 24266. Owens Funeral Service, Lebanon, is in charge of arrangements.

He married, second, Margie Yates. They divorced. Margie married, second, Harmon Henry 17 Jul 1978. Born 24 Dec 1930. They had no children. She mary have married, third, Basil Edward Owens. Children of Billy and Margie):

673 x. Billy Sunday, Jr. Born 7 Oct 1966.673 xi. Robin Juanita. Born 23 Nov 1972. She married Unknown Smith and in 2007 lived in Lebanon,

Va.673. xii. Kathy Jean. Born 22 Feb 1959 in Russell County.

681. James Thurston[6] Honaker (called Jim) (Jacob Toy[5], James W.[4], Mary[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). He married Gladys Norma Floro, daughter of Edward Sylvester Floro and Faye Leola Ohm, 30 Nov 1957 in Oak

Harbor, Ohio. Born 2 Oct 1939 in Oak Harbor.

707. Anna Bell[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).

Roanoke [Va.] World News, unknown date: Mrs. John L. Compton—The funeral for Annabelle Honaker Compton, 54, of 639 Tarpley Lane, Salem, wife of John L. Compton, will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Lotz Sherwood Chapel, Salem, with burial in Sherwood Memorial Park. Surviving also are a son, Bobby L. Compton, Pearisburg; two daughters, Mrs. Benson Gardner, Poquoson, Mrs. Larry Porter, Alaska; her father, Leonard Honaker, Pennington Gap; two brothers, Paul Honaker, Roanoke, David Honaker, Salem; six sisters, Mrs. Irene Flinchum, Salem, Mrs. Elizabeth Intartaglia, Florida, Mrs. Ruth Randolph, Staunton, Mrs. Lucille Stamper, Grafton, Mrs. Margaret Stump, Keen Mountain, Mrs. Phyllis Stafford, Roanoke and one grandson.

708. Irene[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Roanoke [Va.] World News, 28 Jun 1975: Mrs. William D. Flinchum—Mrs. Irene Honaker Flinchum, 54, of 1414

Penley Blvd., Salem, passed away Friday morning in a local hospital. Surviving are her husband, William D. Flinchum; one son, Richard D. Flinchum, Salem; two daughters, Mrs. Gary (Judy) Jeffreys, Roanoke; Mrs. David (Janice) Hambrick, Salem; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Honaker, Woodway; two brothers, Paul L. Honaker, Roanoke; David B. Honaker, Salem; five sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Intartaglia, Tampa, Fla.; Mrs. Lucille Stamper, Grafton; Mrs. Margaret Stump, Keen Mountain; Mrs. Ruth Randolph, Staunton; Mrs. Phyllis G. Stafford, Roanoke; two grandsons. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home Chapel, Salem, with interment in Sherwood. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home, Salem.

709. Elizabeth Rhoda[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]).She married, first, Paul Proctor Prescott, son of Owen Melvin Prescott and Mary E. Wildes, 23 Oct 1944 in Newport

News, Va. Born 27 Jun 1920 in Folkston, Charlton Co., Ga.

712. Margaret[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Thomas Roland Stump, son of Thomas D. Stump and Caroline Ray. His sister Blanche married fifth-

generation Martin descendant Paul Jack Taylor.

713. Paul Leonard[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 27 Oct 1930 in Pathfork, Ky. Died 21 Jan 2002 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Sherwood Memorial Park, Roanoke. He lived in Salem, Va.

Roanoke Times, 22 & 23 Jan 2002: Honaker, Paul, 71, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Mon., Jan. 21, 2002. He was predeceased by his parents, Leonard and Bessie Honaker; sisters, Anna Bell Compton and Irene Flinchum; brother, David Honaker. Paul was owner of Paul Honaker Painting for over 50 years. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, where he received the Purple Heart and various other medals for his service. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Paul L. “P.J.” and Debbie Honaker of Vinton; daughter, Teresa Ann Honaker of Roanoke; granddaughter, Patricia D. Honaker; stepgrandchild, [Crystal] Boitnott; mother of his children, Darlene D. Honaker, Roanoke; special sister-in-law, Arlene Honaker; sisters, Elizabeth Intartaglia of Tampa, Fla., Lucille Stamper, Grafton, Va., Ruth Seal, Staunton, Va., Margaret Stump, Keen Mtn., Va. and Phyllis “Candy” Smith, Roanoke. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Thu., Jan. 24, 2002 at Sherwood Memorial Park, with the Rev. Al Thorne officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Oakey’s North Chapel.

He married, first, Darlene Dale Manning, daughter of Alton Lemon Manning and Thelma Gay Bartlett, 27 Apr 1961 in Roanoke, Va. They divorced in 1975. Born 16 Feb 1940 in Floyd, Va. Died 18 Oct 2012 in Roanoke, Va.

Roanoke Times, 20 Oct 2012: Darlene Manning Honaker, 72, of Roanoke, passed away on Thurs., Oct. 18, 2012. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory, 540-366-0707.

Roanoke Times, 23 Oct 2012: Darlene Manning Honaker, 72, of Roanoke went to be with the Lord on Thurs., Oct. 18, 2012. She was born in Floyd County to Alton L. Manning (killed in World War II) and Thelma Bartlett Manning (2010). She was also preceded in death by the father of her children, Paul Honaker Sr. (2002); a sister, Brenda Joyce Manning; a brother, G.W. Manning Jr.; and her stepdad, Gordon W. Manning Sr. Surviving are her son, Paul (Debbie) Honaker Jr., of Vinton; and daughter, Teresa (David) Burnett, of Roanoke; one granddaughter, Patricia (Brian) Alley, of Stewartsville; and one stepgranddaughter, Chrystal (Keith) Mattson, of SML. Darlene is also survived by two brothers, Homer (Nella) Manning and Thomas (Mary) Manning, both of Roanoke; three sisters, Evelyn (Jerry) Harris, of Danville, Arlene Honaker, Cindy (Richard) Owens, of Salem; many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention; many friends and extended family. Darlene was of Baptist faith and a very special person, always wanting to help someone, when she had so little herself. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff on the 6th floor of Lewis Gale Hospital for their care and concern. Memorial services will be held in the chapel at Sherwood Memorial Park at 11 a.m. on Sat., Oct. 27, 2012. Officiating will be Ronald Denson. Until we meet again—We Love You—Rest in Peace. Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home & Crematory, 540-366-0707.

Children:

1193. i. Paul Leonard[7] Jr. (called P.J.)ii. Teresa Ann. In 2002 she used the Honaker surname. Born 1 Mar 1963 in Roanoke. She married,

first, Michael William Stevens, son of James J. Stevens and Betty Robinson, 11 May 1990 at Connelly Memorial Baptist Church, Roanoke. Born 18 Jan 1960 in Kenner, La. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1977 to 1980. She married, second, David Burnett.

He married, second, Linda Kay Hearth 17 May 1980 in Salem, Va. Born 5 Aug 1947. They divorced Jul 1994. She came to the marriage with two children who were adopted by Paul:

iii. Christy Dawn.iv. Jody Lee.

714. David Bruce[6] Honaker (Leonard[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 19 Aug 1998 in Roanoke, Va. Buried in Sherwood Memorial Park Cem., Roanoke. David served for two years with the U.S. Army, Europe, Wiesbaden, Germany, just after the Korean War. He was a skilled carpenter, and at the time of his death was a painting contractor.

Roanoke Times, 20 Aug 1998: David B. Honaker, 65, of Salem, passed away Wed., Aug. 19, 1998. He was a beloved husband and father. He will be greatly missed by his family. He is survived by his wife, Arlene Manning Honaker, son and daughter-in-law, Glenn and Diane Honaker; three stepsons and wives, Ronnie and Anita Bryant, Randall and Pamela Bryant, Bruce and Karen Bryant; two grandchildren, Melissa and Trevor Honaker; two step grandchildren, Chris and Chad Bryant; brother, Paul Honaker; five sisters, Elizabeth Intartaglia, Ruth Seal, Lucille Stamper, Margaret Stump, Phyllis (Candy) Stafford; numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Fri., Aug. 21, 1998, at Sherwood Memorial Park with Rev. Edward Wold officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Oakey’s North Chapel. Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to Carilion Hospice.

716. Grace[6] Shepard (called Gracie) (Dora Bessie[5], John Wesley[4], Jacob B.[3], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Aug 1912 in Russell Co., Va. Died 18 Sep 2003 in Cana, Va. Buried in Hess Family Cem., Maxwell, Va. She and her husband lived in Pounding Mill, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 20 Sep 2003: Cana, Va.—Grace Shephard Hess, age 91, of 266 Fish Lake Road, died Thu., Sept. 18, 2003, at her home. Born Aug. 8, 1912, in Russell Co., Va., she was a daughter of the late William Alexander and Dora Belle Honaker Shephard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bundy Hess, daughter, Mary Anne Crawford, son, John William Hess, sisters, Pauline Stamper, Adell Shephard, Lona Davis, Sadie Buckhaus and Mabel Miller, and brothers, John Earl Shephard, Carl Shephard and Clyde Shephard. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Roger and Michelle Hess of Boonesboro, Md., and Ray and Marie Hess of Frederick, Md.; special granddaughter, Sherry Hess Hardy and husband Joe of Cana; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jean Gibson and Judy Smith and husband, Bob, all of Baltimore, and three brothers, Clifford Shephard and wife Janet of Baltimore, Garnet Shephard of Honaker and Guy Shephard of Rockville, Md. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Sat., Sept. 20, 2003, at Howell Funeral Chapel in Mount Airy, N.C., with the Rev. Randy Edwards and the Rev. Roger Shephard officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. at the Hess Family Cem. at Maxwell, Va. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of the service on Saturday morning at Howell Funeral Home of Mount Airy. Flowers will be accepted or donations be made to Northern Hospice, Cana Division, P.O. Box 1373, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Information submitted by Peery & St. Clair Funeral Home of Tazewell, Va.

She married Bundy Hess. Died before 2003. Children:

i. John William[7] (called J.W.) Died before 2003.ii. Roger. He married Michelle Unknown.iii. Mary Anne. Died before 2003. She married Unknown Crawford.iv. Ray. He married Marie Unknown.

718. Pauline[6] Shepard (Dora Bessie[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). She married Wade Linkous Stamper, Martin descendant #184.iv. Children will be listed under his number in the

book supplement and future book editions.

722. Clyde William[6] Shepard (Dora Bessie[5], John Wesley[4], Jacob B.[3], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Died 24 Dec 2000 in Mountain Home, Tenn. Buried in Greenhills Memory Gardens, Claypool Hill, Va.

Bristol [Va.-Tenn.] Herald Courier, 26 Dec 2000 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 3 Jan 2001: Mr. Clyde William Shepard, age 76, of Honaker, Va., passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 24, 2000 in Mountain Home, Tenn. Born Feb. 24, 1924 in Russell Co., Va., he was a son of the late William Alexander and [Dora] B. Honaker Shepard. He had spent most of his life in the Honaker area and was of the Baptist faith. A World War II veteran, he served in the U.S. Navy for two years. He was a member of the VFW. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother and four sisters. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Audrey Shepard of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Eddie (Carolyn) Harrison of Honaker and Mrs. Donna Lipstate of Las Vegas, Nev.; three sons, Grant Shepard of Lebanon, Va., Garland Shepard and Larry Shepard both of Honaker; three sisters, Mrs. Bundy (Gracie) Hess of Pounding Mill, Va., Mrs. Bob (Gedie) Smith and Ms. Jean Gibson both of Baltimore, Md.; three brothers, Clifford Shepard of Baltimore, Guy Shepard of Rockville, Md., and Garnet Shepard of Honaker; 15 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, Va., with Rev. Rick Thompson and Rev. Bennie Honaker officiating. Interment followed in Greenhills Memory Gardens at Claypool Hill, Va. Grandsons and grandsons-in-law served as pallbearers. Honaker Funeral Home was in charge.

Children:

1195. i. Grant William[7]. Born 23 Apr 1947 in Detroit, Mich.

727. Garnet Lee[6] Shepard (Dora Bessie[5], John Wesley[5], Jacob B.[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Sep 1936 in Russell Co., Va. Died 7 Sep 2007 in Lebanon, Va. Buried in Stinson Family Cem., Chestnut Ridge, Russell County.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 9 Sep 2007 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 12 Sep 2007: Garnet Lee Shepard, age 70, of 598 Shepard Hollow Road, died Fri., Sept. 7, 2007 in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Born Sept. 17, 1936, in Russell County, a son of the late William (Willie) Shepard and the late Dora Honaker Shepard, he was a retired carpenter and farmer. He was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Michael William Shepard; a granddaughter, April Lynn Brown; brothers, Guy Shepard, John Earl Shepard and Clyde Shepard; sisters, Mable Miller, Sada Backhaus, Willie Jean Gibson, Pauline Stamper, Leona Davis and Gracie Hess. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Helen Wallace Shepard; two daughters, Teresa Lee Shepard, Richlands, and Deborah Lynn Williams and husband Hank, Honaker; two sons, Garnet Lee Shepard, Jr. and wife Tammy, Knoxville, Tenn. and Gregory Allen Shepard and fiancee Misty Stanley, Honaker; seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren; one sister, Judy Smith and husband Bob, Baltimore, Md.; one brother, Cliffard Shepard and wife Janet, Baltimore, Md.; and several nieces and nephew. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America, Knoxville, Tenn. A graveside memorial service was conducted at 2 p.m. Tue., Sept. 11, 2007 in the Stinson Family Cem. on Chestnut Ridge with the Rev. Kenneth Taylor officiating. Combs Funeral Service served the Shepard family.

He married Helen Wallace. Children:

i. Teresa Lee[7] (called Terry). ii. Deborah Lynn (called Debbie). She married Hank Williams.iii. Garnet Lee, Jr. He married Tammy Unknown.iv. Gregory Allen.v. Michael William. Died before 2007.

735. Ferd Ellis[6] Miller Jr. (Gertie[5], Elbert[4], Cynthia[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Jul 1935.He married, first, Emma Janie Chafin, daughter of Unknown Chafin and Minnie Unknown. Emma later married

Russell Brooks. Children (of Ferd and Emma):

i. Sheldon[7].735. ii. Ricky (called Mildew). Born 11 Jul 1963 in Lebanon, Va.735. iii. Kurt Eric.

iv. June Ann. She married Darrell Kiser.

He married, second, Carol Sawyers. Children:

v. Wayne.735. vi. Elizabeth Jean.

Children (mother(s) unknown):

735. vii. Rebecca Lee.

viii. Keven Kleist.

740. Louise NMN[6] Roman (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Sep 1934 in Honaker, Va. She completed the junior year at Honaker [Va.] High School in 1953. In 2007 she still lived in Honaker where her interests included reading, music, cooking, bowling, and gardening. She was a volunteer at the Honaker Community Library and was a member of Bethany Baptist Church, Big A Mountain.

In March 2007 she wrote the following article for Honaker Family Newsletter.

Hobos and BoxcarsYears ago when trains came through the Honaker Station in Virginia, hobos would often be found stowing away

inside the cars, as the train prepared to pick up passengers and freight. The trains had various cars, including coal, passenger, cattle, and of course box cars. The hobos would travel along in the cars, careful to beware of the railroad men, sleeping in the boxcars during the winter, and they had their own language.

They loved to travel by train, and walk amongst the railroad yards, where they could hear trains running day and night. They enjoyed the scenery from the train, passing by high, green hills and lush, rich farm land.

Some of the local families would ask the hobos to stay and help with numerous chores. They would cut and chop wood and other things. They spent their nights asleep in cold, dark barns, and camped close to the railroad tracks. Though some people were afraid of the hobos, they were never dangerous and caused no harm.

They dressed in baggy clothes and other clothing that they were given. In order to prevent their caps from blowing away in the wind, they were forced to turn their hats around. Red bandanas were tied upon their necks, proving useful when they needed to store their food. Sometimes they would place the food upon the bandanas and then tie it to a walking stick to carry over their shoulder.

Mostly they lived off the land during the spring and summer months. Sometimes I would see them walking outside of my grandmother’s house. As the engineers and hobos were leaving, children would come out to wave goodbye.

Hobo camps were found near War, W.Va., where they often cooked, and the aroma of delicious stew filled the air. When the time came for them to leave, they would walk to the railroad to catch the next available train.

When my dad was a young man, he lived close to the railroad tracks, and spent time watching the trains and hobos pass by. In 1930, before I was born, Dad hoboed a train to Cleveland, Va. When the train stopped, the railroad men had him placed in a jail cell, where he had to spend the night. The next day, he was turned loose, walked a mile or two back to the railroad, and heard a train whistle blowing. He waited until the engine passed by, then grabbed hold of one of the box cars and rode the train back to Thompson Creek.

Later, Dad and some other young men rode to Bluefield, W.Va., holding tightly to the coal cars. The next day, they quickly jumped from the train before it reached the station, to avoid being thrown into jail. They walked back to their homes, through the tunnel hills.

Now, the years have flown by and the old Honaker Railroad Station has been torn down. I still live close to the railroad and often think of the hobos and their poor and simple life among the railroad yards, in that time long ago.

She married, first, William Morton Haymaker, son of Paul Andrew Haymaker and Ethel Brown, 16 Apr 1954 in Roanoke, Va. Born 23 Aug 1932 in Roanoke, Va. Died 4 Dec 1985 in South Hill, Mecklenburg Co., Va. Buried Mt. Mitchell Cem., Wytheville, Va. He attended high school in Roanoke, Va. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a pilot and flight instructor, a Baptist and Mason, whose interests included hunting, fishing and golf. Children:

1208. i. William Morton[7], Jr. Born 9 Jan 1955 in Richmond, Va.1209. ii. Rebecca Lou. Born 13 Aug 1957 in Richmond.1210. iii. Christine Ethel. Born 28 May 1967 in Abingdon, Va.

She married, second, Shirley Leo[6] Cook (Abraham[1]), son of Grat Walker Cook and Clara Belle Hooper, Jun 1984 in Plain City, Ohio. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Abraham Bennie[6] Honaker (Martin[1]). Born 22 Jun 1931 in Honaker. Died 12 Feb 1997 in Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Russell Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. He was a graduate of Honaker [Va.] High School. He and Louise had no children.

741. Dollie Marie[6] Roman (called Cotton) (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 25 Jan 1936 in War, W.Va. Died 25 Sep 2005. Buried in Ketron Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 5 Oct 2005 and Honaker Family Newsletter, Winter 2005—Dolly Marie Whited, 69, died Sept. 25, 2005. She was born in War, W.Va., a daughter of Joe and Niada Honaker Roman. She was formerly employed by the Virginia Dept. of Corrections Juvenile Camp in Blackford, Va.; and at Phillip Morris in Richmond for nine years. She had lived in Bristol, Va. for 13 years after moving from Honaker, Va., and attended Bradley Street Baptist Church. In addition to

her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Hubert Roman. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, LaRoy Whited; children, Roy Whited and wife Kathy of Honaker, Va., Wanda Whited Harris and husband Johnny of Newport News, Va., Carl Joe Whited and wife Laurene of Nashville, Tenn.; brother, J.C. Roman and wife Dorothy of Honaker, Va.; sisters, Louise Taylor and husband Glen of Honaker, Va., Lorene McGlothlin and husband Kermit of Honaker, Va., Shelby Jean Numsey of Rosedale, Va.; grandsons, Bryan McGlothlin, Landon Whited and Jason Whited; granddaughter, Selena Geary; step grandson John Harris, Jr.; three great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Services were in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, the Revs. Bill Pealer and Stephen Musick officiating. Burial was in Ketron Memorial Cem., Lebanon, Va. Grandson and nephews were pallbearers.

She married LaRoy Q. Whited 24 Dec 1954 in Elk Garden, Va. Children:

1211. i. Roy Ervin[7].1212. ii. Wanda Jean.

iii. Carl Joe. Born 2 Nov 1958 in Richmond, Va. He married Laurene Unknown 26 Mar 1995 in Nashville. She had a son and daughter by a prior marriage.

742. Dallas Lorene[6] Roman (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). [correct spelling] Born 23 Aug 1938 in Grundy, Va.

She married Kermit McGlothlin 12 May 1956 in Lebanon, Va. Children:

i. Steve Lee[7]. He married Janet Unknown and had one son and daughter. In 2005 he lived in Lebanon, Va.

742. ii. Lyndell Michael (called Tail). Born 29 Dec 1957 in Richlands, Va. iii. Karnita.

743. John Carroll[6] Roman (called J.C.) (Niada[5], Robert[5], Lilburn[4], Martin[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jul 1942 in Grundy, Va. He retired as a brakeman for the Norfolk & Southern Railroad. In 2001 he and his wife lived in Honaker, Va. He was mentioned in a story by Kathleen Robinson Taylor, “If the Mountain Could Talk,” Honaker Family Newsletter, Mar-Apr 2001. Photographs of him, his wife, and his arrowhead collection appeared in Honaker Family Newsletter, May-Jun 2001.

He married Dorothy NMN Sutphin, daughter of Walter Kern Sutphin and Alta Wilma Dalton, 10 Apr 1966 in Honaker, Va. Born 6 Nov 1941 in Dugspur, Carroll Co., Va. Children:

743. i. Michael Jay[7] (called Mike). Born 2 Dec 1966ii. Ricky Allen (called Ricky). Born 19 May 1970 in Richlands, Tazewell Co., Va. In 2001 he and his

wife lived in Lebanon, Va.; he was an engineer for the Norfolk & Southern Railroad. He married Angela Kaye Ferrell, daughter of Don Wetzel Ferrell and Mary Ruth Davis, 24 Jun 1995 in Big Stone Gap, Wise Co., Va. Born 1 Jun 1968 in Norton, Wise County.

754. Cecil Earl[6] McGlothlin (called Teadle) (John Wyatt[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Apr 1933 in Richlands, Va. Died 9 Dec 2008 in Richlands, Va.

Tazewell County Free Press, Richlands, Va., 17 Dec 2008: Cecil E. “Teadle” McGlothlin, 75, passed away Dec. 9, at his home. He served in the U.S. Air Force and upon discharge became a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Construction Industry, Local 302 Fairbanks, Alaska and made his home in Fairbanks for 36 years. He was born in Richlands to Kassie and John W. McGlothlin and spent his life through his teenage years there. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sons, Steven Wyatt and Randall Wayne; brothers, Thurman and Ernest; and brother-in-law, Cecil Borkey. Survivors are wife, Joyce; daughter, Darla Torres; son, Cecil Jr.; grandchildren, Shawn, Juno and Nadia; brothers, Jim and Norman and their wives, Betty and Mable; sisters, Frances Borkey and Una Lee Bailey; sister-in-law, Doris; and numerous nephews and nieces. The family has chosen cremation and there will be a memorial service scheduled in Richlands.

He married Joyce Marie Debow 6 Feb 1954 in Fairbanks, Alaska. Born 2 Jan 1936.

759. Hiram Atwell[6] Street (Frankie Mae[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 10 Dec 1998, written and photographed by Cathy St. Clair, news editor: H.A.

Street Named Buchanan Hall of Fame Inductee. Chamber Banquet Draws Huge Crowd; Ends with Platters ShowLong-time Grundy attorney H.A. Street was inducted Friday into the Buchanan County Hall of Fame.

Street, surrounded by a host of family and friends, his law partners and business associates accepted the honor saying it was “a total shock” to him. The award was presented during the Buchanan County Chamber of Commerce

Annual Banquet held at the Grundy High School cafeteria. The banquet this year, sponsored by CONSOL, was sold out.

Two other citizen awards were also given and included one to Barbara Plymal recognizing her volunteer service to the chamber and another to Curtis Mullins, Sr., recognizing his service to community […..]

Street, in accepting the Hall of Fame honor noted, “Most of the things I’ve done in my life I have not done in a sense of trying to do something, but I saw needs and I tried to take care of those needs.” Street said in looking out over the almost 300-member audience that he saw immediate family, extended family, friends and neighbors—in essence four different branches of family. “I love you all,” he said. “I feel sure there are a lot of others more deserving of this honor than I am.”

Street was presented with a plaque noting the accomplishment, but not before his law partner Tom Scott told members of the audience about Street and his contributions over a lifetime to Buchanan County and her citizens. Scott noted that Street was born at Marvin to W.A. and Frankie Mae McGlothlin Street. He was raised in Buchanan County along with seven brothers and sisters, Gaynell, Nick, Russell, Raymond, Victor, Wanda and Gene, the latter four already deceased.

Street is a 1942 graduate of Grundy Senior High School, having graduated at the age of 16. He wanted to enlist in the Navy during World War II, but was unable to do so initially because of his youth, Scott noted. He bided his time for awhile at a war plant in Toledo, Ohio, but the war ended and he returned to Grundy and enrolled in the Navy [Reserve Officers Training Program]. He attended Emory & Henry College under the Navy V-12 program and later served his country in the Naval Reserves. Street went on to the University of Virginia School of Law and earned the LLB degree in 1950 and that same year was admitted to the Virginia State Bar and began his practice of law in Grundy with Combs & Combs. The firm later evolved into the present firm of Street, Street, Street, Scott & Bowman as new principals were added and others retired.

Street practiced law for more than 40 years before retiring several years ago, but still serves in an “of counsel” capacity. He is also a past principal and owner in The United Company. In 1953, Street married the former Edith Goff and they raised two sons, James and Marty and currently have one grandchild, Elizabeth.

Throughout his life, Street has been involved in community and civic affairs. He has been an active member of the Grundy Church of Christ and has been supportive of its outreach ministries for years. He is a Mason, a Shriner, a member of the chamber, a former member of the Buchanan County School Board and assisted in the establishment of Buchanan General Hospital, the Grundy Community Center and the Appalachian School of Law, Scott said.

Street was also an active member of the Kiwanis Club and a successful auctioneer for the Red Cross, Rotary Club and March of Dimes charity auctions for a number of years. Street has also been an active supporter of the Boy Scouts, receiving its Silver [Beaver] Award in 1991, the highest award any local council can give a volunteer.

Street is also a past member of the Clinch Valley College Advisory Board and received an honorary doctor of laws degree from Emory & Henry College in 1994. He has also been active in local, state and national bar associations.

“The thing I find most impressive is our honoree’s commitment to the future of our young people in the community,” Scott said of Street. “Recognizing that our young people are our greatest natural resource, he has committed untold financial resources to further their education—many of whom he never met and none of whom ever knew it. Because our honoree doesn’t give to receive recognition he wouldn’t want me to share that with you, but I felt compelled to do so.”

Scott concluded his introduction of Street by quoting from 1 Timothy 6:11. “Follow after righteousness, Godliness, faith, love, patience and meekness,” Scott quoted. “Add to that list honesty, integrity, character, morality, selflessness, charity and most of all a loving husband and father and you have our honoree this evening.”

Photograph cutline:H.A. STREET humbly accepts the honor as the newest inductee into the Buchanan County Hall of Fame at

Friday’s Buchanan County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet. Street, who said he was “shocked”, as he realized the honoree Friday was him, thanked the many family, friends, business associates and neighbors who have made a difference in his life. Looking on as Street makes a few remarks is CofC President Larry Stiltner.

Photograph cutline: H.A. STREET, second from left, is pictured here with members of his family, from left, daughter-in-law,

Judy; wife, Edith; son, James; and granddaughter, Elizabeth, following the announcement Friday that he had been chosen as the newest member of the Buchanan County Hall of Fame. The award was presented at the annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

Hiram Atwell and Edith were married in the Grundy [Va.] Baptist Church. She was born 2 Apr 1929, adaughter of Marcus Lafayette Goff and Mary Trula Looney. Children:

759. i. James Hiram[7]. ii. Marcus Alan (called Marty). Born 22 Apr 1962 in Bluefield, W.Va.

763. Donald Allen[6] McGlothlin (Jacob Stuart[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 16 Feb 1926 in Honaker, Va. Died 20 Feb 2000 in Wellmont Hospital (formerly Bristol Regional Medical Center), Bristol, Tenn. Buried in Mountain Valley Memorial Park, Big Rock, Va.

The funeral program showed the service at 11 a.m., Feb. 23, 2000; pallbearers Edwin Bunn, James Bunn, Ronald Cole, Ike Ratliff Jr., Terry Trivett, and Fred Walters; honorary pallbearers Hon. Hunter Andrews, Hon. Nick Persin, Hon. Claude Swanson, Victor Breeding, John Bowman, Jack Buchanan, Ed Grimsley, Rufus (Bud) Harman, Dr. Thomas McDonald, Russell Presley, and W.H. Trivett.

Virginia Mountaineer, Grundy, Va., 24 Feb 2000 (with photograph), and Honaker Family Newsletter, May-Jun 2000: Former State Delegate D.A. McGlothlin Sr. Dies

Former House of Delegates member and well-known Grundy attorney Donald Allen McGlothlin, Sr., 74, of Grundy, died Sun., Feb. 20, 2000. McGlothlin, who served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates for 22 years, was also a former member of the Virginia Senate and he served as Commonwealth Attorney for Buchanan County from 1956–1964. His tenure in the state senate was from 1964–1966 and his service in the House of Delegates of Virginia spanned from 1968–1990. During his tenure in the House, he was chairman of both the House Roads and Internal Navigation Committee and the Mining and Mineral Resources Committee.He also served as president of the Buchanan County Industrial Development Authority, the Buchanan County Chamber of Commerce and the Buchanan County Bar Association.

Born in Russell County, McGlothlin was the son of the late Jacob Stuart McGlothlin and Celia Jackson McGlothlin. During his life, McGlothlin served his community as a military officer, lawyer, teacher, coach, farmer and legislator. He was an officer in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict. He continued his services as a commanding officer in the U.S. Army Reserve.

He earned a bachelor of arts degree from Franklin and Marshall College and a bachelor of civil law degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law of the College of William & Mary. He was a member of the Methodist Church, the Buchanan County Bar Association, the Buchanan County YMCA, John Ratliff Post 164 of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Shelby Lodge of Bristol, the Scottish Rites Bodies of Roanoke, the Kazim Shrine Temple of Roanoke and was a 32nd degree Mason.

In addition to his parents, McGlothlin was preceded in death by a son, Sean Patrick McGlothlin; and one sister, Billie Sue McGlothlin Dixon. He is survived by his wife, Mary L. Williams McGlothlin; two daughters, Mary Louise Burton and Leah Anne McGlothlin; two sons, Donald Allen McGlothlin, Jr. and Kevin Timothy McGlothlin; one sister, Peggy McGlothlin Durham; and six grandchildren.

Services were held Wednesday at Buchanan Funeral Service Chapel, Keen Mountain, with the Rev. Ancil Childress officiating. Graveside services with military honors by John Ratliff Post 164 of the American Legion followed with interment in Mountain Valley Memorial Park at Big Rock. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Donald Allen McGlothlin, Sr. Scholarship Fund, c/o Carl Puckett, trustee, Dent K. Burk Associates, P.C., P.O. Box 129, Bristol, VA 24203-0129. Buchanan Funeral Service was in charge of arrangements.

He married Mary Louise Williams, daughter of Said M. Williams and Mary Louise Hatcher, 2 Nov 1947 in Bristol, Va. Born 14 Jun 1924 in Catlettsburg, Ky. Died 1 Jan 2013. Entombed in Mountain Valley Memorial Park Mausoleum, Big Rock, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 9 Jan 2013 (with photograph): Mary Louise Williams McGlothlin, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother departed this life peacefully on Jan. 1, 2013, to unite with God. Born in Catlettsburg, Ky. On June 14, 1924, Mrs. McGlothlin was one of five children of the late Said M. Williams and Mary Louise Hatcher Williams. From her humble beginnings, Mrs. McGlothlin worked hard to better herself, cultivating her talents and her love of knowledge. Desiring a formal education she put herself through Sullins College in Bristol, Tenn. In 1947, Mrs. McGlothlin married her sweetheart, Donald A. McGlothlin, Sr., and in 1953 she and her husband packed their three small children and belongings and moved to Williamsburg, Va. to further their education. Facing the challenges of caring for a family, working, and studying, Mrs. McGlothlin attended the College of William and Mary, graduating in 1954 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy. Although her philosophy background stimulated her inquiring mind, it did not pay the bills so she went back to school, this time with a family of five children, to become credentialed in teaching. Thus began a long and distinguished professional career in education that spanned 34 years until her retirement in 1991. But, it wasn’t the beginning and end of her employment that had its impact, it was what transpired in between. Mrs. McGlothlin began her

career at Grundy High School teaching English Literature, incorporating a measure of fine arts to stimulate her students to use their talents of drawing, design, sculpting, woodworking, carving to depict each period of literature they studied. During this time, she also directed the school’s three choirs and Glee Club, while producing and directing the school’s drama performances. As rewarding as she found classroom teaching, Mrs. McGlothlin discovered she had a unique talent of interacting and advising students. To develop this aptitude, she again went back to higher education and became a guidance counselor. This was at a time when counseling was more than standardized test scores and grades. Throughout her counseling career, Mrs. McGlothlin used her skills, her knowledge and her love for her students to advise and guide thousands of them through high school and beyond to help them find and prepare for their life’s work. She assisted countless young men and women through troubled times with love and compassion. With Mrs. McGlothlin’s passing, there is a peace that comes with her life well-lived in service to others.

Mrs. McGlothlin was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Donald Allen McGlothlin, Sr., Feb. 20, 2000; her son, Sean Patrick McGlothlin, July 10, 1970; her grandson, Donald Ryan McGlothlin, Nov. 16, 2005; two brothers, William Lee Williams and Frederick Auxier Williams; and her twin sister, Dorothy Lucille Grisier. Mrs. McGlothlin is survived by her children, son Donald Allen McGlothlin, Jr. and daughter-in-law Tracy Fletcher McGlothlin, Lebanon, Va., daughter Mary Louse McGlothlin Burton and son-in-law Wayne T. Burton, McCormick, S.C., daughter Leah Anne McGlothlin, Grundy, Va., and son Kevin Timothy McGlothlin and daughter-in-law Karen Adams McGlothlin, Honaker, Va.; her grandchildren, Sean Patrick McGlothlin, II and wife Kelly G. McGlothlin, Lebanon, Va., Nathan Stuart McGlothlin and wife Eweline S. McGlothlin, Dubai, United Arab Republic, Joseph LaPerla, Falls Church, Va., Mary Louise LaPerla, Baltimore, Md., and Emily Kathleen McGlothlin, Honaker, Va.; her great grandchildren, Kathleen Kelly McGlothlin, Bryce Patrick McGlothlin and Emma Ruth McGlothlin, all of Lebanon, Va., and Ryan Alexander McGlothlin, Dubai, United Arab Emirates; her sister Lucy Williams Hooper, Fredericksburg, Va., and sisters-in-law Peggy McGlothlin Durham, Tampa, Fla., and Dorothy Canter Williams, Bristol, Va.; her many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces, and great-great nephews and great-great nieces, and by her special friends June Dye, Lebanon, Va. and Faustino Mendez, Oakwood, Va.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ancil Childress and Evg. William L. Neeley on Sat., Jan. 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the Grundy Funeral Home Chapel and entombment followed in Mountain Valley Memorial Park Mausoleum, Big Rock, Va. Active pallbearers were Sean McGlothlin, Scott Gilmer, Michael Dixon, Paul Williams, Joseph LaPerla, Rodger Williams and Buddy McGlothlin. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Brian Dawson, Dr. Charlotte Ann Townsend, Board of Trustees of Buchanan County Library. Donations may be made to The Ryan McGlothlin Scholarship, Lebanon High School or The Buchanan County Public Library.

Children:

1235. i. Donald Allen[7] Jr.1236. ii. Mary Louise.

iii. Leah Anne. Born 23 Aug 1952 at Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, Va.iv. Sean Patrick. Born 29 May 1955 in Grundy, Va. Died 10 Jun 1970.

1237. v. Kevin Timothy.

769. James Woodrow[6] McGlothlin (Woodrow Wilson[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Jun 1940 in Richlands, Va. His mother’s 2004 obituary gave his residences as Bristol, Va. and Austin, Texas, and his wife’s name as Fran, possibly a second marriage.

He married Carol Epling 1 Sep 1962 in Breaks, Buchanan Co., Va. Born 24 Mar 1941 in Breaks. Children:

i. Martha Ann[7]. Born 18 May 1967 in Richlands. She married Al Gayle and in 2004 lived in Bristol, Tenn.

770. Thomas Dale[6] McGlothlin (Woodrow Wilson[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Apr 1946 in Richlands, Va. His mother’s 2004 obituary gave his residence as Bristol, Tenn., and his wife’s name as Suzanne, possibly a second marriage.

He married Johanna Jett 22 Mar 1969 in Madisonville, Tenn. Born 17 May 1947. Children:

i. Julia Jett[7]. Born 14 Aug 1971 in Richlands. In 2004 she lived in Washington, D.C.770. ii. Anna Louise. Born 21 Nov 1974 in Richlands.

771. Michael Gordon[6] McGlothlin (Woodrow Wilson[5], Benjamin Franklin[4], Henry Lewis[3], Mary[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Oct 1951 in Richlands, Va. In 2004 he lived in Grundy, Va.

He married Sandra Keen 1 Oct 1983 in Abingdon, Va. Born 20 Sep 1956 in Richlands. Children:

i. Michael Alexander[7] (called Alex). Born 18 Jun 1985 in Abingdon.ii. Robert Aaron (called Aaron). Born 20 Apr 1988 in Abingdon.iii. Charlton Asher (called Asher). Born 14 Oct 1992 in Abingdon.

776. Clyde Charles[6] Honaker (Paul Luther[5], Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]).He married, second, Veronica Becker in 1954. Born ca. 1916. Died 2 May 2001 in Albuquerque, N.M. Buried in

Gate of Heaven Cem., Albuquerque.Albuquerque [N.M.] Journal, 5 May 2001: Veronica B. Honaker, 85, passed away on Wed., May 2, 2001. She was

preceded in death by her husband, Clyde C. Honaker, and her son, John C. Honaker. She is survived by daughters, Mary Beth Honaker, Martha L. Hitchcock and husband, Ron Hitchcock, Lucy MacBain, and Diane Honaker; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Veronica was a long time resident of Albuquerque, coming in 1949 as a reading consultant for Scott, Foresman and Co. She enjoyed a very successful career as an educator, specializing in the field of reading. She was one of a team of writers/editors for the “Dick and Jane Reading Series”, developed the Title I reading programs in 1965 for the Albuquerque Public Schools, and consulted nationally with school districts and reading clinics. Mother assisted many children and adults to discover the joy of literacy. Veronica was founding member of Prince of Peace Catholic Community in Albuquerque. She also served as a Eucharistic Minister, attending to the spiritual needs of the sick and elderly. Mother loved golf, Scrabble, and crossword puzzles worked while sitting beside a mountain stream. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave. N.E. at 12 noon on Sat., May 5, 2001. Final interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cem.. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Veronica’s name to St. Vincent De Paul Society, 714 4th St. S.W., Albuquerque, NM, 87120, or to a charity of choice. The family expresses their sincere appreciation to the staff of Karrington and St. Francis Place for their loving care of Mom. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Honaker. (891-8200).

779. Patricia Jean[6] Honaker (Roy Thomas[5], Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 6 Jun 1926. Died 13 Jan 1991 in Albuquerque, Bernalillo Co., N.M. Buried in National Cem., Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, N.M.

She married Joseph Patrick Andrego. Died in Albuquerque, N.M. Buried in National Cem., Santa Fe, N.M. Children:

1241. i. Susan Cheri[7]. ii. Melody. She married Jodi McCloud.

779. iii. Thomas Andrew.

780. Jerry Dale[6] Honaker (Roy Thomas[5], Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). See photograph. Born 31 Jul 1927 in Thorpe, McDowell Co., W.Va. In 2012 he lived in Plant City, Hillsborough Co., Fla. He wrote the following in 2008:

Life in the Coal FieldsThe year was 1927 and on July 31st I was born in a coal company house. My dad, Roy T. Honaker, had moved to

Thorpe from Bluefield, W.Va. Dad was in the theatre business and had seven silent movie theatres scattered throughout the coal mining camps of McDowell Co., W.Va. He hired a young lady by the name of Myrtle Jean Moore to sell tickets, and then a short time later they were married.

His theatre business prospered until the Great Depression. Without food or money, our family was torn apart. My sister and I went to Huntington, W.Va., where we lived with Aunt Coe and our grandmother, Coe taught first grade. Our Aunt Ruby Honaker Anderson also lived in Huntington where she owned and operated a private school kindergarten through second grade. This is where I attended school, living with Mimi (Aunt Ruby.) During summer vacation months I would return to Thorpe and live with mother and dad.

In 1937 my living in Huntington came to an end when the Ohio River flooded and put the town under almost 15-ft. of water. Back to Thorpe to live once again in the coal fields. Thorpe is located in McDowell County, the southern-most county in West Virginia, and at that time was the largest bituminous coal producing county in the USA. The county seat was Welch.

I attended Thorpe Elementary School in the second semester of the 4th grade and in the 5th and 6th grade. For Christmas I received a watch. Since I was the only student with a watch, I was assigned the duty of ringing the bell (no automatic bells in those days.) I was also on the AAA-sponsored school safety patrol . Patrol members wore a white belt and a badge. Our job was to assist students across the busy highway.

Our junior high school and senior high at Gary High School was in the same building. I took band lessons during the 7th grade, played the piccolo and made the marching band in the 8th grade. I played in the band through my senior year. High School was during the war years. I graduated in May of 1945 as president of my senior class. I turned 18 in July and received my draft notice. I was underweight and received a six month deferment, which I didn’t want. Six months later I weighed the same but talked the Army into accepting me. I needed the GI Bill in order to attend college. That was my ticket out of the coal fields.

I spent 18 months in the Army, with infantry basic training at Ft. McClellan, Ala., then the remaining time in Army administration, Camp Gordon, Ga. On discharge, I received the Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal. My rank was T/5. During my Army days I purchased my first car, a 1931 Ford. After discharge, I entered college on the GI Bill. That ended my life in the coal fields.

He married, first, Emma Lois Barksdale, daughter of Byrd Hawkins Barksdale and Mildred Unknown, in 1951. Born 15 Jun 1932 in Bessmer, Ala. They divorced in 1978 in Winter Haven, Fla. Children:

1242 i. Terri Dale[7]. Born 5 Jun 1954.1243 ii. Coe Ann. Born 14 Jan 1962.

He married, second, Rose Ellen Leonard (called Ellen), daughter of Earl Caldwell Leonard and Ruth Venitia Hahn, 31 Jul 1984 in Lakeland, Fla. Born 21 Oct 1926 in Hickory, Catawba Co., N.C. Died 28 Oct 2011 in Plant City, Fla.

St. Petersburg (Fla.) Times, 30 Oct 2011, Tampa (Fla.) Tribune, 30 Oct 2011, The Ledger, Lakeland, Fla., 30 Oct 2011: Ellen Honaker, 85, of Plant City, Florida, entered into peaceful sleep on Oct. 28, 2011 due to congestive heart failure. She was born in Hickory, N.C. on Oct. 21, 1926. She enjoyed traveling with her family, and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Plant City. She is survived by her husband Jerry D. Honaker, whom she married on July 31, 1981; children Paula Hoffer (Doug), Charles Propst (Jeannie), Cherry Whitener (Wade), Judy Kent (Jay), and Tom McClure (Teresa); sister Margarite Leonard; 10 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Ruth Leonard. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tue., Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. at Hopewell Funeral Home, 6005 [County Road 39 South], Plant City, where the family will receive friends beginning at 10 a.m. Expressions of condolence at www.hopewellfuneral.com.

She brought three children to the marriage from a prior marriage to Everett Propst—Paula Propst, b. 25 Apr 1948 in Hickory, N.C.; Charles Propst, b. 8 Jul 1950 in Hickory; Cherry Propst, b. 31 May unknown year in Hickory.

781. Sheila Lynn[6] Marsh (Lucy Comann[5], Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 4 Jul 1940 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. In 1995 she lived in Nashville, Davidson Co., Tenn.

She married Robert Howard Johnson, son of Howard C. Johnson and Agnes Marie Heffington, 11 Aug 1963 in Huntington. Born 28 Nov 1936 in Chicago, Cook Co., Ill. Children:

i. Amy Eliza[7]. Born 11 Feb 1968 in Parkridge, Cook Co., Ill. She married Carl Michael Springer 28 Jul 1990 in Parkridge.

ii. Matthew John. Born 30 Mar 1972 in Parkridge.

782. Linda Coe[6] Marsh (Lucy Comann[5], Charles Aston[4], James Harvey[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 May 1943 in Huntington, Cabell Co., W.Va. In 1998 she lived in Peru, Miami Co., Ind.

She married Paul Sherwood Browne 19 Jun 1965 in Huntington. Children:

i. Amanda Elizabeth[7]. Born 14 Aug 1971. She married Brett Chambers 4 Jun 1994.ii. Nathan Andrew. Born 22 Dec 1974 in Huntington.

783. Clifton Patrick[6] Williams (called Bud) (Ruby Irene[5], Elbert Wise[4], Margaret A.[3], Nicholas[2], Martin[1]). Died 7 Sep 2004 in Lebanon, Va.

Bristol [Tenn.-Va.] Herald Courier, 10 Sep 2004 and Lebanon [Va.] News, 15 Sep 2004—C.P. “Bud” Williams, age 78, passed away on Tue., Sept. 7, 2004, at Maple Grove Health Care Center in Lebanon. He was born Aug. 28, 1926, in Pearisburg, Va., and was the only child of the late C. Patrick “Jack” Williams of Spring Valley, Calif., and Ruby Barrett Cole of Bluefield, Va. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Elsa Penland Williams, on Feb. 16, 2004. C.P. is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Pat and Katie Williams of Girdwood, Alaska; two daughters, Belinda Anders of Santa Fe, N.M., and Pamela Williams of Tucson, Ariz.; six grandsons; one granddaughter; and four great-grandchildren; as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Williams obtained the rank of staff sergeant in the U.S. Army,

during World War II, between Jan. 25, 1945, and Nov. 18, 1946. While serving this duty, he received the following decorations and citations: Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Award, World War II Victory Medal and the Occupation Japan Medal. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves from Nov. 9, 1950, to Jan. 31, 1953. He was on active duty in the Korean conflict from Nov. 9, 1950, to Oct. 10, 1951, where he served as a medic. “Bud” Williams then spent 22 years in the automobile business as a service manager and consultant, designing everything from standard order of procedure guidelines to a state-of-the-art full dealership for O’Reilly Chevrolet in Tucson, during the mid to late 1960s. In 1970, he and his wife, Elsa, returned to their homeland of Southwest Virginia, where he became a residential builder and developer, involving himself in a number of residential projects geared towards providing sound and decent housing for the working man and/or woman. As his final development project, “Bud” immersed himself in a 100-acre luxury development in the north eastern foothills of Tucson. With this as his final contractual project, “Bud” decided to retire. Retirement led him into the depths of genealogy research for approximately 10 years, where he became obsessed with the infectious disease known as “genealogy fever” (his quote) and was finally quarantined by his family and friends. Fortunately, a cousin, Bob Sutherland, rescued him in the nick of time and got him involved in education at Southwest Virginia Community College. “Bud” Williams was a generous supporter of SVCC for many years. He has served on the College Board since July 1, 2001. He was presented the Virginia Community College Local Board Member of the Year Award earlier this year by the Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System and is the first SVCC Board Member to earn statewide recognition by the Senate of Virginia. His generosity was well-known and he was responsible for providing funds for several scholarships and a special class created and taught by Bob Sutherland. This class will continue in his memory. He was also on the Russell County and the Honaker Library Advisory Committees. He was a member of the Russell and Tazewell Counties Historical Societies, a member of the Russell County Democratic Party and served on the Russell County Courthouse Restoration Committee. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all the caregivers, especially Donna Holmes, who showed extraordinary compassion, and his loyal friends, Mike Osborne and Randy Williams. Also, a special thanks to the staff of Maple Grove Health Care Center. He was a member of the Honaker First United Methodist Church, where the family will welcome friends on Fri., Sept. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m., with memorial services to commence at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 602, Tazewell, VA 24651. Cremation Society of Virginia/Southwest is serving the Williams Family.

In 1998, C.P. gave a $3,000 interest-free loan to the Honaker Family Association for the purpose of purchasing copies of Honaker Family in America for future sale.

A photograph of C.P. and Elsa appeared in The Lebanon [Va.] News, 30 May 2001, and Honaker Family Newsletter, Jul-Aug 2001, accompanying a news article, Farrington Scholarship Established at SVCC—

At the annual Scholarship Recognition Banquet sponsored by Southwest Virginia Community College this spring several new scholarships were announced. The Jackie Farrington Scholarship has been established by C.P. and Elsa Williams of Rosedale. Farrington is the principal of Honaker High School. Mr. Williams says that “Jackie has been a tremendous leader for Honaker High School and positive changes have taken place under her leadership. We are pleased to recognize her by establishing this scholarship in her name.”

Numerous other new scholarships were announced at the banquet. These scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled at SVCC for the 2001-2002 year. “The new infusion of scholarship funds is partially a result of the U.S. Department of Education Title III Endowment Challenge Grant. This grand provides incentive to donors to increase the SVCC Educational Foundation’s endowment to provide for scholarship stability in the 21st Century. We are very pleased with the results of the Excellence for the 21st Century Campaign to build endowment funds,” says Dr. Charles R. King, President of SVCC. [story continues]

Lebanon [Va.] News, 24 Mar 2004: SVCC Board Member Receives State-Wide Award (accompanied by photograph, cutline: “C.P. “Bud” Williams (right), a well-known Rosedale [Va.] businessman, has received the Virginia Community College Local Board Member of the Year Award. Also pictured is Dr. Charles King, president of SVCC, who is shown presenting the award to Williams.”)

C.P. “Bud” Williams, a well-known Rosedale businessman, has received the Virginia Community College Local Board Member of the Year Award. Williams is the first Southwest Community College local board member to have received the award in the college’s 36-year history of operation.

“In making this award to Mr. Williams, it should be noted that the dedication and work he has done on behalf of Southwest Virginia Community College has been substantial,” said Dr. Glenn DuBois, chancellor of the Virginia Community College System. Dr. Charles King, president of SVCC, echoed DuBois’ assessment of Williams. “C.P. has done a phenomenal job representing the board. We’ve been very fortunate to work with him in this capacity,” said King.

In addition to his work on the board, Williams has also underwritten fees and provided scholarships for a special class developed by Dr. Robert Sutherland to give students the skills needed to transition into the real world of work.

“I’m very pleased to have received this award,” said Willilams. “Southwest Virginia is a much better place for having SVCC here, and I’m glad to be a part of this college.” Williams also thanked Dr. Robert Sutherland, Dr. Michael Rush, Frank Horton, and Amanda Bohon for their work in making the innovative class a success.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 8 Feb 2006: Williams Estate Gift Provides Scholarships at SouthwestC.P. “Bud” and Elsa Williams, former Russell County residents, were believers in education and in the importance

of learning lifetime skills. A gift of $25,000 from their estate will provide funds for the C.P. “Bud” and Elsa Williams Scholarship program at Southwest Virginia Community College.

The legacy left by the Williams Estate began in 2001 when Mr. Williams provided funds to establish a special class at [Southwest Virginia Community College.] There were 16 students in the first course, titled “College Survival and Beyond.” Today, there are 25 students. The class continues to be taught by Dr. Bob Sutherland, dean of learning resources and Frank Horton, dean of continuing education, who use a team approach in the classroom. Sutherland says “The course is designed to assist current SwVCC students to develop coping and self mastery skills which complement ongoing academic studies.”

Students who have participated in the course overwhelmingly affirm that this opportunity provided a life changing experience for them. They have been able to improve their work and personal relationships, become more tolerant and understanding of others as well as improve their coping skills. Horton says “I have seen opportunities to facilitate change in lives during my long career but none has had a greater impact in a shorter period of time as in this special course.”

Dr. Charles R. King, president of Southwest, affirms the success of this class, “When students use their Friday afternoon to participate in this class, you know it has meaning and merit. We are so pleased that the financial support of Bud and Elsa Williams beginning in 2001 and continuing with this estate gift has and will continue to make an enormous positive impact on the lives of our SwVCC students.” Williams served as a member of the Southwest Local Advisory Board and attended many College events over the years.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 29 Mar 2006: March of Dimes WalkAmerica Receives $5000 Gift From Williams Trust, accompanied by photograph, cutline: “C.P. “Bud” and Elsa Williams

The 2006 Russell County WalkAmerica was kicked off this year with a gift presented to Honorary Chairman Sheriff Steve Dye of $5,000 from the C.P. (Bud) and Elsa Williams Trust. The gift will help support the March of Dimes fight against prematurity.

Mr. & Mrs. Williams grew up in [Southwest] Virginia, but had lived in Atlanta, California, and Arizona for a period of time. Mr. Williams was a building contractor, who had developed a subdivision near Tucson, Ariz., and in Rosedale, Va., where they lived after retirement. C.P. was interested in preserving old buildings as well as local history. He had a large collection of old pictures and stories of the local area.

The couple provided financial assistance to several [Southwest Virginia Community College] (SVCC) students, both directly and through scholarships. C.P., who was very active in the community and politics, was a member of the SVCC Board at the time of his death. They also provided financial support to help several aspiring writers publish their works.

Mrs. Elsa Williams died in February 2004 and C.P. (Bud) died in September of the same year. Every year more than half a million babies are born prematurely. That is one baby in eight, and that number is

increasing……The Russell County WalkAmerica, which will be in memory of C.P. and Elsa Williams, will take place on Sat., Apr. 22, at the Lebanon Recreation Park…..

Lebanon [Va.] News, 16 Jul 2008: Williams Estate Gift of $750,000 to Help St. Jude in Fight Against Childhood Cancer, accompanied by photograph, cutline: “Elsa and C.P. ‘Bud’ Williams.”

Memphis, Tenn (July 11, 2008)—St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital recently received a generous gift of $750,000 from the estate of the late C.P. and Elsa Williams of Rosedale, Va. The legacy gift, which was made through the direction of the estate’s trustees, will help St. Jude continue its groundbreaking research and lifesaving care for children battling cancer and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

C.P. “Bud” Williams died Sept. 7, 2004, and Elsa Penland Williams, his wife of 56 years, died Feb. 16, 2004. Both were natives of Southwest Virginia and had returned to the area from their home in Tucson, Ariz., in 1970. Mr. Williams was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean War, and he had worked in the automobile business in Tucson for 22 years. He became a builder and developer upon returning to Virginia, and in his retirement he was a member of the board of Southwest Virginia Community College.

Gifts such as the Williams’ bequest have helped St. Jude make amazing strides in its mission to find cures and save children. St. Jude’s development of combination therapy for children with [Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia], the most common form of childhood cancer, revolutionized leukemia therapy worldwide and increased the survival rate from 4 per

cent, when St. Jude opened in 1962, to 94 per cent today. St. Jude’s innovative research has also led to a dramatic increase in survival rates for children with many other major forms of cancer. …..

Lebanon [Va.] News, 13 Aug 2008: Board of Supervisors Meeting Request from Williams Trust Fund Randy Williams addressed the Board concerning a gift to be presented to the Honaker Public Library from the C.P.

and Elsa Williams fund. Williams said they were granting $75,000 to the library for an additional wing to be added and be named after C.P. Williams. He asked the money to be placed in a separate account and if it is not used within five years for it to be donated to St. Jude Hospital. C.P. Williams was a Honaker native and Williams feels this will be a good way for him to be remembered and help children.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 15 Oct 2008: Libraries Receive Gifts Russell County Public Library announced gifts from two estates Oct. 7, 2008, at a reception at the Lebanon Library.

The estate of Robert “Bob” Hancock bequeathed $10,000 to the Russell County Public Library, while the estate of C.P. “Bud” and Elsa Williams bequeathed $75,000 with the stipulation that it be used for an addition to the Honaker Community Library within five years.

At the reception Randy Williams, one of the executors of the Williams estate, said “Bud was a native of Honaker and the executors felt that the estate should do something to benefit Honaker.” The Williams bequest came to the library at a very fitting moment. The Library Board had commissioned a site plan that included the possibility of moving the entrance and alleviating the parking problem, but did not have the funds to pursue the project. The donation from the estate will allow the library to have an addition that will help address current problems caused by the site. …..

He married Elsa Ruth Penland. Died 16 Feb 2004. Children:

iii. Belinda Ellen. Born 23 Oct 1953. She married Unknown Anders.

Seventh Generation

2.vi.vi.vi.ii.ii. Edward[7] Hobbs (Harold[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married Debbie Conley in Fayette County. Children:

i. Misty Dawn[8].ii. Travis.

2.vi.vi.vi.ii.iii. James[7] Hobbs (Harold[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married Donna Schoolcraft in Fayette County. Children:

i. James Keith[8].ii. Mary Beth.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv.i. Brenda Jane[7] Hobbs (Russell Ray[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).Born 26 Aug 1948 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married Floyd Herbert Smith 12 Dec 1967 in Washington, D.C. Children:

i. Shannon Marie[8]. Born in Dec 1969. She married Frank Ryan.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv.ii. Barbara Ellen[7] Hobbs (Russell Ray[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Dec 1950 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va. In 2000 she lived in Tazewell, Va.

She married King Boyce, son of King Victor Boyce and Reta Cora Robinson, 9 Apr 1971 in Webster Springs, Webster Co., W.Va. Born 10 Oct 1946 in Morgantown, W.Va. Children:

i. Cassandra[8]. Born 29 Mar 1972 in Charleston, W.Va. She married Roland Hershell Carter 23 Jan 1993 in Tazewell, Va. Born 20 Jan 1970.

ii. Amy Jo. Born 3 Sep 1974 in Richlands, Va. She married Calvin Proffitt 7 Dec 1996 in Tazewell, Va. Born 20 Dec 1972.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv.iii. Patty Jo[7] Hobbs (Russell Ray[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Sep 1952 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va.

She married, first, Marcus McMillion in Apr 1971 in Sherman, Texas. Children:

i. Laura Jo[8]. Born 28 Jun 1976 in Sherman. She married Philip Johnson 27 Feb 1999 in Raleigh, N.C.

ii. Marcus Russell (twin). Born 5 Mar 1980 in Sherman.iii. Russell Allen (twin) [Moore]. Born 5 Mar 1980 in Sherman. He was adopted by Edward Moore.iv. Lacy DeAnn. Born 18 Dec 1981 in Sherman. She married Thomas Neal in Sherman.

She married, second, Edward Moore 12 Jan 1992 in Dothan, Ala. Children:She married, third, Wayne Watkins in Feb 1999 in Sherman, Texas.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv.v. Terry Dee[7] Hobbs (twin) (Russell Ray[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Sep 1959 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married, first, Melissa Martin in 1982 in Hampton, Va. They divorced. Children:

i. Jessica[8]. Born 4 Feb 1984. Died in Apr 1984.

He married, second, Cathy Wall Luce in Aug 1995 (also reported as 1996) in Fayette Co., W.Va. She brought a child to the marriage, Jason Charles Luce.

2.vi.vi.vi.iv.vi. Gary Lee[7] Hobbs (twin) (Russell Ray[6], Odor Henry[5], George Henry[4], Lydia[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Sep 1959 in Montgomery, Fayette Co., W.Va.

He married, first, Robin Childress Saylers, daughter of Thomas Childress and Linda Boothe, 29 Mar 1983 in Tazewell, Va. Children:

i. Erica Rae[8]. Born 18 Apr 1987.ii. William Thomas Russell. Born 11 Aug 1988.

He married, second, Lisa Hare 29 May 1999 in Atlantic Beach, N.C. She brought three children to the marriage, Ricky Blackburn, born 30 Nov 1984, Keith Blackburn, born 10 Oct 1987, and Jamie Blackburn, born 30 Jun 1991.

6.i.i.v.ii. Robert Ray[7] Zumbach (Gertrude Geneva[6], Harvey Albert[5], Minerva[4], William[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born at home on a farm 19 Feb 1932 in Olive Twp., Meigs Co., Ohio (mailing address Longbottom, Ohio.) Died 25 Mar 1991 in Lancaster, Fairfield Co., Ohio. Buried in Floral Hills Memory Gardens, Lancaster.

Eagle-Gazette, Lancaster: Robert R. Zumbach, 59, Lancaster, died Mon., Mar. 25, 1991, at Lancaster Fairfield Community Hospital. Born Feb. 19, 1932 in Meigs County, he was the son of Jacob F. and Gertrude G. Monroe Zumbach. He was a member of the Lancaster POPA and the [National Rifle Association.] He was a retired employee of Rockwell International, Fleetwood Trucking and was currently employed by Wales Industries, Inc. He is survived by his wife, Eva E. Zumbach of Lancaster, two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael R. and Gloria Zumbach of Atkinson, Ill., and R. David Zumbach, Stow, a daughter and son-in-law, [Diana] and Richard Beatty, Austintown; grandchildren, Justin and Christopher Beatty and Jill Zumbach, and step-grandchildren Manuel and Isaac Sanchez and Stephen and Kevin Beatty; his mother, Gertrude G. Zumbach and two sisters, Beulah M. Zumbach, Tuppers Plains, Nancy L. Schul, Reedsville. He was preceded in death by his father, Jacob F. Zumbach. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Halteman-Fett and Dyer Funeral Home in Lancaster with Rev. Harold [illegible] officiating. Burial will be at Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral [remainder missing]

In 2007, his son Dave provided the following profile of his life:Dad was born in the house near Long Bottom, Ohio in Meigs County. He was the second of three children.

His older sister Beulah was one year older and he had a younger sister, Nancy, born when he was 14.

Being Appalachia in the 1930s, they were missing some of the more common conveniences. They had an outhouse and they had to take baths in the washtub in the kitchen, as they had no indoor plumbing. Electricity didn’t arrive until the 1940s. They played a lot of Monopoly by gas light.

Even though Dad was at least half Swiss, he always hated all milk products, including cheese. At a young age his mother forced him to eat it, making him sick. He continued his dislike of dairy products his entire life. He would never eat pizza, was constantly sending back toast in restaurants because they put butter on it, and never had any cheese.

They thought Dad would never live to adulthood because of a “hole in his heart.” Because of this he failed his physical when trying to join the Army for service in Korea. Once when he was young he fell out of a tree and knocked himself out. His mother thought he was dead because of the bad heart.

Once electricity came, Dad became a big fan of the radio shows. His favorite was “The Shadow,” a mystery. While in high school. he would select the movies and ran the projector at school. He loved to show Bugs Bunny cartoons. His high school, Olive Orange, was very small, as he graduated in a class of 20.

Immediately after high school he went to Canton, Ohio to work for Timken in the roller bearing plant. He did not enjoy working at Timken and left after a short period. He then went with a group of his friends from Meigs County to work for North American Aviation in Columbus. They all lived in a rooming house on East Broad Street in Columbus. At North American he worked on F-86 Sabre jets, one of the first Air Force fighters. For years we had 11x 17-in. prints of all of their planes. Ironically, he hated to fly, having flown only twice in his life, from Pittsburgh to Allentown and back in the 1970s.

When his future wife Eva Life’s family moved from Parkersburg, W.Va., to the Ohio countryside he and her brother Paul became good friends. One day not long after they moved in, another person was in the front room asking Eva’s father for permission to ask her out, when Dad was in the kitchen and asked her out directly. Needless to say he got the date. He proposed to her at a drive-in hot dog place. They were married in Parkersburg Feb. 21, 1953, but not by her father Edmund Life, who was a preacher. Edmund refused to marry any of his children, in case it didn’t work out. One of their few wedding presents was a week free rent at the rooming house in Columbus that Dad was staying. Mom was barely 18 years old, and Dad 21 when they were married.

After they were married they moved to a small rental house in Bremen. Dad commuted the long distance to Columbus each day, and Mom worked at a grocery store. Dad also was a volunteer fireman. They would go back to Meigs County almost every weekend.

On Jan. 21, 1956 their son Mike was born. Mom quit working until after Diana was in school. Diana was born Oct. 6, 1957. Shortly after that they moved to Lancaster. On Dec. 27, 1959 I was born.

Dad used to always tell stories about the two-lane road to Columbus from Lancaster. Now it is a very busy four and six-lane highway and it is mostly city the entire 30 miles. The edge of the city is 20 miles further out now than when he first moved there in the early 1950s.

Dad continued to work for North American Aviation until the early 1960s when he was laid off. He then got a job driving trucks for Buckeye Pipeline. This paid poorly, so after a while his uncle Harry Monroe helped him get a job with another trucking company, Food Haul. They hauled groceries for A&P grocery stores. He would leave very early in the morning, go to Columbus, get in his truck and drive back into West Virginia and deliver groceries and return. The trucking terminal was next door to the Columbus Jets baseball stadium, and he would tell stories of finding foul balls under the truck when he would arrive for work.

It was from these trips back into West Virginia that he became acquainted with all of the “good” hot dog and country food places. Since they had relatives back in West Virginia, they would sometimes visit these places. We once made a trip of almost 150 miles in one direction to go from Lancaster to Clarksburg, W.Va., for hot dogs. We three children all had hamburgers, and he was furious. It was a quiet 150 mile trip back.

It was unusual for any trip to be quiet. Dad would often give dissertations about some subject, usually on the 90 minute trip from Lancaster to Meigs County. One of the more famous ones was a lengthy, and detailed, explanation of how the combustion engine worked. He often claimed that he did not give these lectures, but in the late 60s Mike received a tape recorder for Christmas and covertly recorded much of one. Sadly this tape was immediately destroyed once he found out!

Because of the necessity of growing up poor he learned to do a wide variety of things on his own. At some point in his life he built houses, including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing. He usually had a second job, often involving working on houses. At times this would be his primary job if there had been a layoff at either North American or Food Haul. He also worked at Tiki Bowling Lanes at times for a second job. This was liked by the family because we could bowl for free and also had a private swimming pool membership that we were permitted to go to, and it was just down the street from our house.

Dad completed an entire correspondence school for electronics from the Cleveland Institute of Electronics. It fit perfectly with his ongoing desire to understand all things mechanical and electrical. He built a radio and TV as part of this effort. He also had many do-it-yourself books.

In 1973 Dad was offered a job as a terminal manager for the trucking company, but he had to move from Columbus to Salem, Ohio, near Youngstown. This was a big opportunity,so he took it. Mike was going into his senior year in high school, Diana into tenth grade and I was going into eighth grade. Most of the family was not happy about this move. We rented a small house in the small town of Columbiana.

The culture shock of moving from the Columbus area to Columbiana was tremendous. The added pressure of being in charge, along with the move, made these challenging times. Most of Dad’s drivers in Salem were of Italian descent. His union steward was Sam Legese. He and his wife Bernice Legese became camping friends. Sam would often tell him stories of 1950s Youngstown mafia activities.

The times in Salem in the 1970 were difficult, as there were many strikes and other labor unrest. Dad was often very stressed during union contract negotiations. His drivers however accepted him more than most since he himself had been a driver. In addition to the Salem terminal, he was later given responsibility for one in Ypsilanti, Mich., and Jacksonville, Fla. We were supposed to move to Jacksonville in 1976 but this was at a time that A&P closed many of their east coast stores, and the Jacksonville location was closed and we remained in Northern Ohio.

In 1978 Dad was offered a job as the director of the company, and was relocated back to Columbus. This position left him in charge of a number of terminals. When Ronald Reagan was elected president in 1980, one of the first things he did was deregulate the trucking industry. As a result, many low cost carriers came along. Dad’s company union contracts put it in an unfavorable financial position, and eventually after laying off 400 people he laid himself off. Officially, since he had been there 15 years, he retired.

Finding himself out of work at age 50 he went back to working with a heating company, doing installations around Lancaster. He did that for a couple of years until a chance meeting with an old friend at a local mall who still worked for the aircraft factory. By this point North American Aviation had been taken over by Rockwell. With Reagan being elected, he ramped up defense spending, specifically on the B-1B Lancer bomber. They were looking for supervisors and he of course had years of experience, so in 1982 he went back to work at the aircraft factory after being technically laid off since 1962. As we used to say, Reagan takes away and Reagan gives.

Dad worked at Rockwell until the late 1980s when they started ramping down the production of the B-1B. He received numerous certificates for innovative ideas. In 1987 he officially retired from Rockwell.

Dad was the kind of person who would give everyone a big hug if he hadn’t seen you in some time. From the first day he met Kim he treated her like his own daughter.

Shortly after this he went back into the trucking business as a manager for Lake Wales Trucking, a fruit shipping company from Florida that had a terminal in Columbus. He was working there when he passed away of a heart attack in 1991.

Dad never lost his love of the country and the mountains. The family went to the Blue Ridge Parkway on vacation a couple of times. He always wanted to move to the mountains and have a mom and pop grocery store.

He married Eva Elizabeth Life, daughter of the Rev. Edmund Osten Life and Edna Mae James, 21 Feb 1953 in

Columbus, Ohio. Born 6 Jan 1935 in Parkersburg, W.Va. Died 19 Aug 1997 in Lancaster. Buried in Floral Hills Memory Gardens, Lancaster.

Eagle-Gazette, Lancaster: Eva E. Zumbach, 62, Lancaster, died Wed., Aug. 13, 1997 at Fairfield Medical Center. She was an employee of the Fairfield National Bank, Lancaster, a former employee of the J. Lynn Morse Insurance Agency, and a retired assistant clerk of courts for Fairfield County. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Diana and Richard Beatty of Youngstown; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Gloria Zumbach of Greeley, Colo., and David and Kim Zumbach of Suwanee, Ga.; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; her mother, Edna M. Life of Reedsville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Juanita and Russell Spencer of Pomeroy, and Ida and Bert Boggs of Coolville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Paul and Pat Life of Reedsville, and Lyle and Eleanor Life of Belpre; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert R. Zumbach; and her father, the Rev. Edmund Life. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in the Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home, Lancaster, with the Rev. John C. Davidson officiating. Burial will be in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7–9 tonight.

Children:

6.i.i.v.ii. i. Michael Ray[8]. Born 21 Jan 1956 in Lancaster. 6.i.i.v.ii. ii. Diana Lynn. Born 6 Oct 1957 in Lancaster. 6.i.i.v.ii. iii. Robert David. Born 27 Dec 1959 in Lancaster.

6.vii.ii.i.i.i. Melvin Ferris[7] Hunt Jr. (Melvin Ferris[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Nov 1952.

He married Patricia Ann Murry. Children:

i. Melvin Ferris[8] III (called Trey). Born 7 Oct 1978.ii. Matthew Herbert Scott. Born in 1981.iii. Kelli. Born in 1983.

6.vii.ii.i.ii.i. Woodrow Wilson[7] Jarrett (Mabel Ester[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Oct 1927.

He married, first, Jackie Hudnall. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.ii.i. i. Deborah Lynn[8]. Born 8 Jan 1950.

He married, second, Sarah Ruth Anderson (called Sissie). Children:

ii. Lora Lynn. Born 6 Jan 1958. She married Frank Bannister. They divorced.iii. Lisa Carol. Born 23 Jul 1961. She married Unknown. They divorced with a daughter, Meagan.

6.vii.ii.i.iii.ii. Virginia Gaye[7] Hunt (Lawrence Bruce[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Jul 1937.

She married Eugene Huffman. Children:

6.vii.ii.i.iii.ii. i. Elizabeth Gaye[8]. Born 10 Jan 1956.6.vii.ii.i.iii.ii. ii. Lawrence Eugene. Born 30 Jul 1958.

6.vii.ii.i.iii.iii. Patricia Ann[7] Hunt (Lawrence Bruce[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Aug 1939.

She married William Walters (called Bill). Children:

i. Michael Anthony[8]. Born 16 Jul 1960.ii. Sharon Ann. Born 8 May 1966.

6.vii.ii.i.iii.iv. Lawrence Henry[7] Hunt (Lawrence Bruce[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Oct 1942.

He married Sharon LaVonne Marshall 23 Apr 1971. Children:

i. Viola LaVonne[8]. Born 3 Aug 1972.

6.vii.ii.i.iv.i. Evelyn Joann[7] Hunt (called Joann) (Robert Roy[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Aug 1937.

She married John Robert Powell (called Johnny) 17 Sep 1956. Children:

i. John Robert[8] Jr. Born 26 Oct 1961.ii. Alvin Lee. Born 21 May 1964. He married Vickie Lea Files 19 Mar 1984.

6.vii.ii.i.iv.ii. Eugene Lee[7] Hunt (called Joann) (Robert Roy[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 23 Mar 1939.

He married Jackie Lynn Brannon 10 Apr 1961. Children:

i. Carol Denise[8]. Born 23 Jul 1964. She married Tom Vaught 23 Oct 1982. Born 6 Sep 1964.ii. James Michael. Born 28 Feb 1977.

6.vii.ii.i.v.i. Gene Francis[7] Elmore Jr. (Sophia Virginia[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Mar 1936 in Clarksburg, Harrison Co., W.Va. Died of cancer 14 Oct 1997 at Webb’s Tender Care Nursing Home, Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va. Buried in Clover [W.Va.] Cem., Roane County. He graduated from Spencer [W.Va.] High School in 1954; attended West Virginia University, Morgantown; took a B.A. in Music from Glenville [W.Va.] State College (to become a teacher) and an M.A. in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.

Parkersburg [W.Va.] News, 16 Oct 1997: Gene Francis Elmore Jr., 61, of Spencer, died Oct. 14, 1997 at Webb’s Tender Care, Spencer. He was born in Clarksburg, a son of Gene F. and Virginia Hunt Elmore Sr. of Spencer. He was a graduate of Spencer High School and attended West Virginia University, where he was a member of the WVU Marching Band. He received his M.A. from the University of Virginia and his B.A. from Glenville State College. He was also a former employee of the West Virginia Rehabilitation Services, Spencer. He was an active member of the Spencer-Roane Volunteer Fire Department and enjoyed restoring older automobiles, building and flying radio-control model airplanes and he was a ham radio operator. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spencer, where he had served as choir director and deacon. Surviving in addition to his parents are one son, Darren Todd Elmore of Spencer; one daughter, Jane Ann Elmore of Spencer; two sisters, Virginia Lynn Vine of Chicago, Ill., and Sondra Lynn Reger of Finksburg, Md.; one niece and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Norman Elmore. Services 2 p.m. Friday, John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, the Rev. Michael E. Hall officiating. Burial Clover Cem.. Visitation 6-9 p.m. today.

He married Joyce Ann Norman, daughter of Paul Norman and Marie Hensley. Died of cancer in Aug 1993 in Roane General Hospital, Spencer, W.Va. Buried in Clover Cem.. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1959 and worked at Traders Bank, Spencer, from the day after her high school graduation until her death. Children:

i. Darren Todd[8] (adopted). Born 16 May 1968 in Wheeling, W.Va. He attended Spencer High School and in 2001 was a part-time employee.

ii. Jane Ann (adopted). Born 2 Aug 1971 in Morgantown, W.Va. She attended Spencer High School and Glenville State College. In 2001 she lived and worked in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

6.vii.ii.i.v.ii. Sondra Leigh[7] Elmore (Sophia Virginia[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Nov 1941 in Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1959; took a B.A. in Science and B.A. in Mathematics from Glenville [W.Va.] State College in 1962; and an M.A. in Education from West Virginia University, Morgantown, in 1970. She became a secondary school teacher including her high school alma mater, Spencer. In 2001 she was teaching at South Carroll High School, Sykesville, Md., and living in Finksburg, Md.

She married, first, Robert Eugene Wright, adopted son of Burl Wright, 21 Dec 1961 in First Baptist Church, Spencer. They divorced in Spencer. Born in Clarksburg, W.Va.

She married, second, James Paul Reger, son of Paul Lee Reger and Catherine Ogden, 14 Jun 1970 in First Baptist Church, Spencer. Born 21 Jun 1945 at the 4-H Grounds at Selbyville, Upshur Co., W.Va. Died of cancer 12 Jun 2000 at home in Buckhannon, W.Va. He was a teacher for many years, and was principal at Clear Spring [Md.] Elementary School at the time of his retirement. (His mother was a secretary at the school.) In retirement he moved back to West Virginia. Children:

i. Leigh Anne[8]. Born 2 Nov 1974 in Morgantown, Monongalia Co., W.Va. She graduated from South Carroll High School, Sykesville, Md., in 1993 and attended St. Mary’s College, St. Mary’s City, Md. In 2001 she was attending Catonsville [Md.] Community College majoring in criminal justice.

6.vii.ii.i.v.iii. Virginia Lynn[7] Elmore (called Ginny) (Sophia Virginia[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Oct 1945 in Spencer, Roane Co., W.Va. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1963 and took a B.A. in Home Economics from West Virginia University, Morgantown, in 1967. In 2001 she was a real estate agent at Pawleys Island, S.C.

She married Raymond Aborn Vine II, son of Raymond Aborn Vine of Parkersburg, W.Va., in First Baptist Church, Spencer. They divorced. Children:

i. Raymond Aborn[8] III. Born 18 Mar 1971 in Metarie, La. He attended Clemson [S.C.] University, and in 2001 was a Ford sales representative in the Chicago, Ill., area. He married unknown and had an unknown daughter.

ii. Timothy Michael. Born 8 Mar 1974 in Richmond, Va. He married unknown and adopted his wife’s child. In 2001 they were expecting a child of their own.

6.vii.ii.i.vi.i. Stephen Meredith[7] Looney (Evelyn Maud[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Dec unknown year.

He married, first, Lorena Mae Robinette. Children:

i. Stephen Meredith[8] Jr. Born 2 Jun 1958. He married Sara Beth Griffith 9 May 1981. Born 7 Jul 1959.

ii. Randall Meredith. Born 9 Sep 1960. He married Loretta Lynn Conley (called Jo) 24 Oct 1980. Born 1 Jul 1962.

He married, second, Betty Sue Maynard Napier 1 Dec 1978. She brought a daughter to the marriage, Melissa Dawn Napier, born 22 Jun 1972. Children:

iii. Stephanie Michelle. Born 1 Mar 1980.

6.vii.ii.i.vii.i. George Stanley[7] Hunt (called Stanley) (George Henry[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Jul 1948. Died in the 1990s.

He married, first, Dinah Lynn Rhodes. Children:

i. Patricia Ann[8]. Born 10 Sep 1967.

He married, second, Stella Lee Smith. Children:

ii. Gregory. Born 12 Jun 1978.

He married, third, Shelly Smith, Stella’s sister.

6.vii.ii.i.vii.ii. Crystal Kay[7] Hunt (George Henry[6], George Henry[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Jul 1956.

She married Roger Lee Payne. Children:

i. Roger Lee[8], Jr. Born 17 Aug 1975.ii. Joseph Matthew. Born 20 Apr 1977.

6.vii.ii.iii.iii.ii. Cyrus Lee[7] Ellison (Otto[6], Mary Ester[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). He married Wilma Phillips. Children:

i. Cyrus[8]. Died 30 Apr 1977.

6.vii.ii.xi.i.i. Nancy Madelyn[7] Fischer (Nancy Mildred[6], Albert Lawrence[5], William Henderson[4], Lydia E.[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 8 Mar 1944.

She had a child with unknown:

i. Jami Charles[8] [Fischer]. Born 28 Aug 1967.

6.xi.ix.vi.i.i. Mollie Marie[7] McElwayne (Judy[6], Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Feb 1966 in Lorain, Ohio.

She married Nick Mulero 19 Jun 1986 in Lorain. Born 30 Jun 1949 in Puerto Rico. Children:

i. Hannah Marie[8]. Born 11 Jul 1986 in Lorain.ii. Monica Michelle. Born 22 May 1992 in Lorain.

6.xi.ix.vi.i.ii. Amy Lynn[7] McElwayne (Judy[6], Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Feb 1969 in Lorain, Ohio.

She married, first, Frank Nimon. She married, second, Stephen Epley. Born in North Carolina. Children:

i. Stephen[8]. Born 2 Apr 1996 in Marion, N.C.

She married, third, Sean Fincher.

6.xi.ix.vi.i.iii. Jason Thomas[7] McElwayne (Judy[6], Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 17 Jul 1972 in Lorain, Ohio.

He married Shelly Hillyer. Children:

i. Nathan Thomas[8]. Born 21 Apr 1994 in Lorain.

6.xi.ix.vi.ii.i. Cheryl Ann[7] Smith (Nancy[6], Garvin[5], Carrie E.[4], Nancy[3], Katherine[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Dec 1969 in Amherst, Ohio.

She married, first, Mark Stephen Moore, son of Don Moore. Born 30 Sep 1968. Children:

i. Alexander Stephen[8]. Born 24 Apr 1995 in Hickory, N.C.

She married, second, Darren Hart, son of Johnny Hart and Doris Unknown, 28 Jul 1998 in Lenoir, N.C. Born in Granite Falls, N.C. Children:

ii. Bailey Nicole. Born 26 Oct 1999 in Lenoir.

8.i.ii.ii.iii. Ralph[7] Honaker (Earnest[6], James Preston[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 3 Dec 1908 in Ivyton, Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 25 Oct 1955 in Paintsville, Johnson Co., Ky. Buried Honaker Family Cem., Ivyton. He was Baptist.

He married Mildred Arnett, daughter of James Moat Arnett (called J.M.) and Josephine Howard, 3 Mar 1932 in Ivyton. Born 10 Sep 1914 in Gypsy, Ky. Died 20 Oct 2001 in Ivyton. Buried in Honaker Family Cem., Ivyton. She was Baptist. Children:

8.i.ii.ii.iii. i. Sue Ann[8]. Born 14 Apr 1933 in Magoffin County. 8.i.ii.ii.iii. ii. Hilda Faye. Born 15 Aug 1936 in Magoffin County. 8.i.ii.ii.iii. iii. Mary Evelyn. Born 12 May 1938. 8.i.ii.ii.iii. iv. James Earnest. Born 26 Nov 1943 in Magoffin County. 8.i.ii.ii.iii. v. Daniel Lee. Born 30 Jun 1946 in Magoffin County.

vi. Ralph, Jr. Born 8 Jul 1948 in Ivyton. Died 6 Jun 1969 as a soldier in Vietnam. He never married.Unknown newspaper, 2013: Spc. Ralph Honaker, Jr., Memorial Highway

A joint resolution was passed last week designating Kentucky Route 867 in Magoffin County as the “Spc. Ralph Honaker, Jr., Memorial Highway.” The resolution reads as follows: Whereas, Ralph Honaker, Jr., a courageous son of the Commonwealth, was born July 8, 1948, and grew up in Ivyton, in Magoffin County; and Whereas, Ralph Honaker answered his nation’s call to service as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War; and Whereas, Ralph Honaker paid the ultimate sacrifice when he was killed in action in South Vietnam on June 6, 1969, barely one month short of his 21st birthday; and Whereas, his passing has left the family and friends of Ralph Honaker with a void that cannot be filled, even now almost 45 years later; and Whereas, it is appropriate that the service and sacrifice of Ralph Honaker, Jr., be memorialized in some tangible way, however inadequate it might be; Now, therefore, be it resolved by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Kentucky: Section 1. The Transportation Cabinet shall designate Kentucky Route 867 in Magoffin County as the “Spc. Ralph Honaker, Jr., Memorial Highway,” and shall, with 30 days of the effective date of this Resolution, erect appropriate sign denoting this designation.

8.i.ii.ii.iii. vii. Timothy. Born 26 Jan 1952 in Ivyton, the son of Sue Ann[8], but adopted and raised by his grandparents Ralph and Mildred.

8.i.ii.ii.iv. Lena[7] Honaker (Earnest[6], James Preston[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born ca. 1911 in Kentucky. Died in Ohio.

She married Harmon Salyers Aug 1926. Children:

i. unknown female[8]ii. unknown male.iii. unknown male.

8.i.ii.ii.iv. iv. Betty Jean. Born 5 Jan 1933 in Lakeville, Magoffin Co., Ky.v. Wilbur.

8.i.ii.ii.v. Raymond[7] Honaker (Earnest[6], James Preston[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Feb 1912 in Salyersville, Magoffin Co., Ky. Died 21 Sep 1959 in Willard, Huron Co., Ohio.

He married Bessie Collins. Died before 2013. Children:

i. Ray[8].ii. Bob.

8.i.ii.ii.v. iii. Betty R. Born 13 Mar 1940 in Ivyington, Ky. [may be Irvington, Breckinridge Co., Ky.]iv. Pat. She married Ron Vanderpool.v. Bill. He married Irene Unknown.

8.i.ii.ii.xi. Olga Lee[7] Honaker (Earnest[6], James Preston[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 1923.She married George Bert McKenzie (called Bert). Children:

8.i.ii.ii.xi. i. James W.[8] (called Butch) Born 22 Jul 1945 in Springfield, Ohio.ii. Buddy. He married Jeannie Unknown.iii. Gene.iv. Ernie. He married Eva Unknown.v. Sandy. She married Donny Moore.

8.i.iii.i.v. James R.[7] Jimison (James W.[6], Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 29 Dec 1918 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 17 Jun 2007. Buried in Forest Lawn Cem., Peck Mill, Logan Co., W.Va.

Unknown newspaper and date: James R. Jimison, 88, of McConnell went to be with the Lord on Sun., June 17, 2007. He was born on Dec. 29, 1918 in Logan to the late J.W. and Margaret Jimison. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Ruby Burgess Jimison, his two brothers and three sisters and one grandson. He is survived by his son Richard “Corky” (Loretta Hale) Jimison of Huntington, his daughter, Judy (Kenneth) Wittebols of Sterling Heights, Mich., five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. He served with the U.S. Army under General Patton in Germany and France

during World War II and was awarded a Silver Star for his bravery in action. He was a member of the McConnell Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Visitation will be from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Wed., June 10, 2007, at James Funeral Home. Funeral services will then begin at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Godby officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cem. with military graveside rites.

He married Ruby Burgess. Died before 2007. Children:

i. Richard[8] (called Corky”. He married Loretta Hale.ii. Judy. She married Kenneth Wittebols.

8.i.iii.iv.ii. Mildred Aileen[7] Jimison (Clarence Homer[6], Mary Isabelle[5], Martin W.[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Sep 1919 in Logan, Logan Co., W.Va. Died 2 Mar 2008 in Barboursville, Cabell Co., W.Va. Buried in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington.

Unknown newspaper and date: Mildred Jimison Leuterman, 88, of Huntington, W.Va., died Sun., March 2, 2008 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born Sept. 30, 1919, in Logan, W.Va., a daughter of the late Clarence Homer and Madge Irene Harshbarger Jimison. She was a graduate of Logan High School and Traphagen School of Fashion. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Church for more than 50 years, where she was a member of the Women’s Guild and of The Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Additionally, Mildred was a long time member of the Tri-State Artists Association. She was preceded in death by two brothers, C.N. Jimison and Jack H. Jimison. She is survived by a daughter, Anna Tissari of Dennis Port, Mass., and a son, Arthur J.J. Leuterman and his wife Jayne of Houston, Texas; one granddaughter, Susan Tissari of Osterville, Mass.; three grandsons, Max, Carrick and Augustus Leuterman of Houston, Texas, two sisters, Agnes Ashworth of Richmond, Va., and Peggy Retherford and her husband Richard of Galena, Ohio; and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be conducted 11 a.m., Sat., March 8, 2008, at Our Lady of Fatima Church by Fr. Jim Sobus, celebrant. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will follow in Ridgelawn Memorial Park, Huntington. Klingel Carpenter Mortuary, Huntington, is in charge of arrangements.

She married Richard Leuterman. Children:

8.i.iii.iv.ii. i. Anna[8].8.i.iii.iv.ii. ii. Arthur J.J.

8.iv.v.iii.iii. Tommy Allen[7] Lawson (called Tom) (Audphor A.[6], Lola Dell[5], Nancy Jane[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 Sep 1936 in Putnam Co., W.Va.

He married Delores Jean Chaney (called Jean), daughter of Homer M. Chaney and Thelma L. Chapman, 16 Apr 1962 in Putnam County. Born 25 Jan 1943 in Putnam County. Children:

i. David Brian[8] (called Brian). He married Crystal R. Cave.

8.vi.v.i.i. David[7] Cartwright (Marie H.[6], Clyde Edmund[5], Benjamin Fulton[4], Henry[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Rene Unknown. Children:

i. Daniel[8].ii. Elizabeth.iii. Sarah.

9.iv.ii.vii.iii. Ronald[7] Angel (Kathleen Arbutus[6], Robert S.[5], Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Jul 1937 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Died 11 Mar 2016 in Hedgesville, Berkeley Co., W.Va. Buried in Central Chapel Cemetery, Hedgesville.

Brown Funeral Home, West Virginia, 12 Apr 2016: Ronald Angel, 78, of Hedgesville, passed away on Fri., March 11, 2016 at his home. Born July 15, 1937, in Bluefield, W.Va., he was the son of the late Wallace Angel and Kathleen A. Kelly Angel. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired after 36 years of service with the federal government (FAA) as an electronics engineer. After retirement he went to work for another 10 years at BAE Systems. Ronald was a member and also served as an elder of the Central Chapel Church. God was at the center of Ronald’s life; he loved God and his church families. He was very involved in every community that he lived in, he had a heart for people and a kind soul. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Evelyn Flynn Angel; two daughters, Christa Jeanne Woodside and husband Kenneth of Germantown, Md., Lois Anne Angel of Hedgesville; two grandchildren, Kayla Marie and Connor Nathaniel Woodside; one sister, Geraldine Angel of Orlando, Fla. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters, Maureen Moffett and Marie Combs. Family will receive friends on Mon., March 14, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Central Chapel Church. Services will be held at 1 p.m., Tue., March 15, 2016 at the church with Pastor Keith Walsworth officiating. Interment will be

held in Central Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Central Chapel Church Building Fund, 2546 Back Creek Valley Rd., Hedgesville, WV 25427.

He married Mary Evelyn Flynn. Children:

9.iv.ii.vii.iii. i. Christa Jeanne[8]. ii. Lois Anne.

9.iv.ii.xi.i. Linda Sue[7] Kelly (Henry Ford[6], Robert S.[5], Margaret Elizabeth[4], Samuel[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Jul 1946 in Bluefield, Mercer Co., W.Va. Her parents divorced when she was three years old. In 2005 she lived in Monrovia, Md.

She married William Thomas Atwell, son of Frederick Atwell and Grace Lee, 23 Oct 1964 in Wheaton, Montgomery Co., Md. Born 6 Oct 1944 in Gaithersburg, Montgomery Co., Md. Children:

9.iv.ii.xi.i. i. William Timothy[8]. Born 13 Apr 1965 in Bethesda, Montgomery Co., Md.

10.iv.i.i.i. Pebble Gay[7] Syck (Oscar Kill[6], Cora Alice[5], Nancy Ann[4], Jonathan[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 2 Apr 1939 at the family home at Frozen Creek, Pike Co., Ky. In 2013 she lived in Ashland, Ky. She loved to cook, quilt for Hospice, and root for the University of Kentucky basketball team. She joined the Old Regular Baptist Church at Burning Springs, Pike County, at age 17 and was still a member in 2013.

She married Clyde Hue Fields, son of William Nelson Fields (called Bud) and Laura Maxine Charles (called Maxie). Born 9 Feb 1932 in Pike Co., Ky. Died of multiple sclerosis in 1996. Buried on the Fields family farm, Frozen Creek, Pike Co., Ky.

In 2013, Timothy Wayne Fields wrote the following about his family: “Dad was a meatcutter who got his certificate from a place in Toledo, Ohio. We ran a family store before Dad’s illness. Dad cut meat, Mom ran the register, and we kids stocked shelves and helped clean up. My grandfather was named for his father, and was called Bud to differentiate him from his dad.” Tim’s grandmother Maxie was a daughter of Thomas Charles, a brother of Nancy A. Charles, Maxie’s husband Bud’s mother. Children:

i. Sharon Kay[8]. Born 1956 in Pike County. In 2013 she lived in Cincinnati, Ohio.ii. Laura Francine Dillon. Born 1959. In 2013 she lived in Greenup Co., Ky.

10.iv.i.i.i. iii. Timothy Wayne. Born 13 Jul 1961 in Greenup Co., Ky. iv. Sonja Lynn. Born 1964. In 2013 she lived in Greenup Co., Ky.

13.iv.iii.viii.i. Patricia Ann[7] Giles (called Robin) (Harry Reaford[6], Atlas Burnett[5], Mary Ann[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). See photographs. Born 21 Mar 1959 in Radford, Va.

She married, first, Gary Clayton Nucklos 5 Jun 1976 in Parrott, Pulaski County. They divorced 1978. Children:

13.iv.iii.viii.i. i. Michael Scott[8]. [Thomas] Born 5 Dec 1976 in Radford.

She married, second, Jerry Wayne Thomas 8 Jul 1981 in South Carolina. Born 9 Jun 1955. Children:

ii. Dustin Lee (twin). Born 5 Apr 1988 in Radford. iii. Eric Lee (twin). Born 5 Apr 1988 in Radford. He married Laura Ruth Dunford 20 Sep

2008 in Pulaski [Va.] Church of God.

13.vii.ii.i.ii. James[7] Honaker (James W.[6], George[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). He married Crystal Unknown. Children:

i. Alissa[8].ii. Skye.iii. Clayton.

13.vii.ii.ii.i. Donna[7] Miller (Mary Elizabeth[6], George[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). In 2010 she lived in Honaker, Va.

She married Unknown Musick. Children:

i. Jonathan[6]. In 2010 he lived in Honaker, Va.

ii. Christopher. In 2010 he lived in North Carolina.

13.vii.ii.ii.ii. George[7] Miller (Mary Elizabeth[6], George[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). In 2010 he lived in Honaker, Va.

He married Unknown. Children:

i. William[6]. In 2010 he lived in North Carolina.

13.vii.iii.ii.i. Wesley Belcher[7] Honaker Jr. (Wesley Belcher[6], Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 10 Apr 1958 in Lebanon, Va.

Lebanon [Va.] News, 18 Oct 2000: Woman Arrested for Alleged Attempt to Smuggle Drugs Into Jail, by Richard Lee Fulgham.

A Honaker woman has been arrested and charged with three counts pertaining to drugs, according to Russell County Sheriff’s Office Chief Investigator J.R. Lockhart.

Rita Jo Honaker, 40, of Honaker, was charged with: Count One: Conspire to deliver drugs to an inmate of the Russell County Jail; Count Two: Give, sell, distribute, with intent to sell more than one half but less than five pounds of a material suspected to be marijuana; and Count Three: Possess, sell, give or distribute a Schedule Four controlled substance to an inmate.

Wesley Honaker, the inmate in question and the husband of Rita Jo Honaker, is also to be charged in the same transactions as the recipient of the purported drugs, said Lockhart. RCSO Deputy Tim Hobson, jailer at the Russell County Jail, was on duty at the time of the alleged offense, Lockhart added. Hobson reportedly witnessed the transaction and immediately arrested the accused. Rita Honaker was released on a $15,000 property bond, returnable for arraignment Tue., Oct. 17, 2000.

He married, first, Pamela Dye. They divorced. Children:

i. Paul Wesley[6]. Born 10 Dec 1978 in Richlands, Va.

He married, second, Rita Jo Hess, daughter of Bryant Hess and Geneva Lockhart, 20 Nov 1987 in Honaker, Va. Born 8 Sep 1961 in Richlands, Va. Children:

ii. Sarah Janelle[6]. Born 23 Dec 1991 in Richlands, Va.iii. Courtney Lee Ann. Born and died 23 Sep 1993 in Richlands. Buried in Clark Cem., Honaker,

Va.iv. Brittney Nicole. Born 7 unknown month 1995 in Richlands, Va.

13.vii.iii.ii.iii. Susan Paulette[7] Honaker (Wesley Belcher[6], Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 18 Oct 1968 in Lebanon, Va.

She married Michael Wayne Miller, son of Jerry Wayne Miller and Dorothy Cindy Unknown, 30 Apr 1990 in Swords Creek, Va. Born 18 Nov 1968 in Richlands, Va. Children:

i. Ruby Michaela[6]. Born 18 Sep 1998 in Abingdon, Va.

13.vii.iii.iii.i. Mary Ann[7] Miller (Margie Grace[6], Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 31 Oct 1951 (also reported as 1952) in Richlands, Va.

She married Roger Allen Kisner, son of Ray M. Kisner and Odessa Fisher, 2 Nov 1973 in Newport, Va. Born 22 Nov 1950 in Washington, D.C. Children:

i. Jason Daniel[6]. Born 29 May 1979 in Oak Ridge, Tenn.ii. Julie Ann. Born 12 Aug 1983 in Knoxville, Tenn.

13.vii.iii.iii.ii. Rocky Lee[7] Miller (Margie Grace[6], Paul[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 5 May 1955 in Blacksburg, Va.

He married Donna Gay Akers, daughter of Kenneth Ray Akers and Eula Albert, 25 Dec 1979 in Christiansburg, Va. Children:

i. Charity Leigh[6]. Born 13 Sep 1981 in Blacksburg, Va.

13.vii.iv.i.i. Pamela[7] Honaker (William Lee[6], John[5], Melvin Wilson[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). In 1983 she and her family lived in Columbus, Ohio.

She married Robert McCaleb. Children:

i. Nichole[8].

13.x.viii.i.i. Bill Edward[7] Honaker Jr. (Bill Edward[6], Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Jul 1961.

He married Stacey Dugan 8 Feb 1991. Born 13 Jun 1969. Children:

i. Mary Elizabeth[8]. Born 26 Mar 1996.

13.x.viii.i.ii. Clifford Lee[7] Honaker (Bill Edward[6], Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Sep 1965.

He married Katrina Queen 15 Jul 1994. They divorced in Sep 1996. Born 1 Jul 1972. Children:

i. Louis Clifton[8]. Born 26 Jul 1993. ii. Alexandra Nicole. Born 3 Jan 1995.

13.x.viii.i.iii. Donald Wayne[7] Honaker (Bill Edward[6], Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born in Columbus, Ohio.

He married Dorothy Masters 29 Sep 1990. Born 11 Sep 1969. Children:

i. Tyler Allen[8]. Born 31 Jan 1994. ii. Casey Elizabeth. Born 22 Sep 1998.

13.x.viii.vii.i. Melissa[7] Minton (Mary Henrietta[6], Ruby Gladys[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). She married Michael Fields (called Jigsaw). Children:

i. Michaela LeAnn[8].

13.x.xi.iii.ii. Melissa Sue[6] Honaker (called Sue) (Linda Sue[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).

She married, first, David Cole Horne 16 Dec 1983. They divorced. Children:

i. Crissy[7].

She married, second, Unknown Deboise. They divorced. Children:

ii. Aaron.

13.x.xi.iv.ii.i. Johnny Lee[7] Honaker (Fay Howard[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1). Bay News 9 Now (Television), Tampa., Fla., 22 Sep 2005, with photograph, cutline— “Pastor Johnny Honaker felt

it was no coincidence when he crossed paths with Hurricane Katrina victims.”Divine Intervention—For several weeks, the Baymont Inn in Brandon has been home to about 100 victims

of Hurricane Katrina. Most of those people arrived with just the clothes on their backs, however, they found the comfort they needed in Johnny Honaker, a local pastor, who happened to be staying there at the same time. He has called the Baymont Inn home for several weeks. At first it was an inconvenience to him and his family as they waited for their new home to be ready, but not long after arriving, he realized he was led there for a much bigger reason. “After about the second week, we were there after the storm had hit the Gulf Coast,” Honaker said. “Some of the evacuees from New Orleans were brought to the hotel and we started meeting them and realized it was for a bigger purpose than I initially thought.”

After meeting the evacuees and seeing the need, Honaker made a few phone calls and found local people willing to help, like Golden Corral General Manager Peter Madson. “We always try to give back to the community, but to know these people have been through that kind of devastation and we have the opportunity to do something right here at home to help them, we were more than happy to do it,” Madson said. Madson provided meals for several days to the

evacuees and even mentioned their situation to other business owners who offered job opportunities for those wanting to relocate. “As we look back at the situation, now we know that it was more than just something that had to happen for us at that time that we were there, because these people, when they were coming in, we believe the Lord put us in their path,” Honaker said. One evacuee said the help the victims received from the pastor gave her the strength and the courage she needs to be able to go back to New Orleans and face what’s left of her home. Some of the evacuees decided to relocate and make the Bay area their home, but they are in need of basic things for day-to-day living. If you think you can help with donations, call the South Shores Assembly of God Church at (813) 677-0126.

He married Cecilia Marie Faulk 1 Aug 1987. Children:

i. John Wesley[8].ii. Casey.

13.x.xi.iv.ii.ii. Peggy Sue[7] Honaker (called Susie.) (Fay Howard[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1).

She married Billy Randall Brummitt 21 Sep 1985. Children:

13.x.xi.iv.ii.ii. i. Randy[8].ii. Danielle.

13.x.xi.iv.ii.iii. Janet Fay[7] Honaker (called Buffy) (Fay Howard[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1).

She married Stephen Michael Martinez 13 Feb 1993. Children:

i. Stephen[8].ii. Katie.

13.x.xi.iv.i. Tammy Renae[7] Honaker (Freddie Junior[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).

She had a child with Lawrence Tyler Woodard:

i. Sarah[8]. [Woodard]

She had two children with Keith Thompson:

ii. Kyle. [Thompson]iii. Alyssa. [Thompson]

13.x.xi.iv.ii. Frankie James[7] Honaker (Freddie Junior[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]).

He had three children with Tessa Raby:

i. Frankie James[8] Jr. [Honaker]ii. Freddie Arnold. [Honaker]iii. Corrina. [Raby]

13.x.xi.v.i. Roger Dale[7] Honaker (Roger Bert[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 27 Feb 1968 in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla. In 2004 he lived in Tampa.

He married Peggy Sue Sucarichi, daughter of Albert Francis Sucarichi and Cora Lucille Caldwell, 19 Dec 1987 in Tampa. They divorced. Children:

i. Nichole Marie[8]. Born 15 Jun 1988 in Tampa. She had two unidentified children.ii. Jeremy Albert. Born 24 Apr 1990 in Tampa. He married Unknown.

He had a child with Lindsay Marie Tait. Born 19 Dec 1980 in Ocala, Fla.

iii. Freddie Allan Honaker [surnamed Tait]. Born 13 Jun 1995 in Ocala, Fla.

13.x.xi.v.ii. Tina Maria[7] Honaker (Roger Bert[6], Arnold Fred[5], John Graham[4], Nicholas[3], Martin[2], Martin[1]). Born 13 Jun 1971 in Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Fla. In 2004 she lived in Tampa.

She had a child with Scott Allen Grant, son of Noel Milton Grant and Valerie Dean Steinman. Born 6 Sep 1965 in Niagara Falls, N.Y. Children:

i. Brandon Scott[8]. Born 1 Jan 2001 in Brandon, Fla.

17.iv.iv.iii.i. Vivian Mae[7] Shrimplin (Ida Mae[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Apr 1931 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

She married Max Eugene Melohn, son of Harvey Raymond Melohn and Eldora Tomena Foss, 14 Jun 1969 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Born 3 Aug 1933 in Nevada, Story Co., Iowa. Died 27 Mar 2010 in San Gabriel, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Buried Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, Los Angeles Co., Calif.

Pasadena [Calif.] Star News, 31 Mar 2010: Max E. Melohn, resident of Temple City, passed away March 27th in San Gabriel, Calif. He was born in Nevada, Iowa Aug. 3, 1933 to Harvey and Eldora Melohn. He was an accomplished artist both in watercolors and oils and an avid Civil War buff. He was employed by JPL for over 25 years where he worked with his good friend Jose. He retired in 1994. He enjoyed his painting, traveling and most of all his family. He will be missed by everyone who ever came in contact with him. He was a very special person. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years Vivian M. Melohn, daughter Terea L Handley, brothers Pete Melohn (Arleen) and Raymond Edington (Donna), 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Viewing Thurs., April 1st from 4 to 8 p.m. and Services Fri., April 2nd at 1 p.m., both at Addleman Funeral Home Chapel in El Monte. Interment following at Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, Calif. Roy C. Addleman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Directors FD261 El Monte, CA, (626) 442-1000.

Children:

i. Teresa L.[8] She married Unknown Handley.

17.iv.iv.iii.ii. Donna Joyce[7] Shrimplin (Ida Mae[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 24 Dec 1932 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

She married Raymond Dale Edington. Born 28 Aug 1933 in Clinton, Wayne Co., Ohio. Children:

i. Susan Lynne[8]. Born 22 Nov 1958 in Wooster, Wayne Co., Ohio. She married Anthony R. Varnes 6 Feb 1977 in Wayne County. Born 4 Nov 1957 in Ohio.

17.iv.iv.iii.ii. ii. Stacy Lynne. Born 5 Aug 1962 in Wooster.

17.iv.iv.iv.i. Janet Lucille[7] Henery (Sally Girthel[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 30 Nov 1937 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

She married William Martin. Born 17 Feb 1937. Children:

17.iv.iv.iv.i. i. William Henery[8]. Born 13 May 1962 in San Diego, San Diego Co., Calif.ii. Steve Eric. Born 27 Feb 1964 in San Diego. Died 24 Mar 1982.

17.iv.iv.v.i. Joe Allen[7] Belcher (Herman Allen[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born Jun 1939 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio.

He married Mary Jo Unknown. Born ca. 1942. Children:

i. Shawn[8]. Born ca. 1963.ii. Timothy. Born ca. 1964.iii. Christopher. Born ca. 1965.iv. Joseph Andrew. Born ca. 1966. He married Peggy Unknown.v. Kelly (f.) Born ca. 1967.

17.iv.iv.vi.ii. Grace Elaine[7] Keller (Reba Laura[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 21 Dec 1937 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Died 10 Apr 2006 in Mt. Vernon.

She married Antonio DePolo. Born ca. 1933. Died before 2006. Children:

i. Steve[8]. He married Rita Unknown.

ii. Jill Elaine.iii. Jeffrey.

17.iv.iv.vi.iii. Rita Joan[7] Keller (Reba Laura[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 14 Jul 1938 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Died 11 May 2011 in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio.

She married, first, Richard G. Griley, son of Richard Leo Griley and Mabel Katherine Easterday, 22 Mar 1960 in Dunkirk, Chautauqua Co., N.Y. Born 21 Jun 1929 in Coshocton, Coshocton Co., Ohio. Died 8 Aug 1997 in Coshocton. Children:

i. Leslie E.[8] Born 8 Mar 1967 in Coshocton. She married Shawn C. Alverson 22 Sep 1990 in Coshocton. Born 27 Aug 1960.

17.iv.iv.vi.iii. ii. Debbie.iii. Beth. She married Tom Livingston.iv. Heidi. She married Michael Bartell.

17.iv.iv.vi.iii. v. Tiffany.

She married, second, Kevin Fenton.

17.iv.iv.vi.iv. Charles Michael[7] Keller (called Michael) (Reba Laura[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 15 Mar 1941 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. Died 30 May 2004 in Westerville, Franklin/Delaware Cos., Ohio. Buried Mount Liberty Cem., Knox Co., Ohio.

Unknown newspaper and date: C. Michael Keller, age 63, of Mount Vernon, a former Marion resident, went to be with his Lord on Sat., May 30, 2004 at Saint Ann’s Hospital in Westerville. Michael was born March 15, 1941in Knox County to Charles W. and Reba L. (Belcher) Keller and had spent most of his lifetime in Knox and Marion counties. He was retired from the Union Tool Company in Hebron where he had been employed as a tool and die maker. Michael was a member of the Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon and the Mount Vernon Moose Lodge. Surviving are his wife Janice (Frye) Keller whom he married Sept. 3, 1960; his son and daughter-in-law Timothy and Teresa Keller of Mount Vernon; his daughter Shari Snow of Fredericktown; his grandchildren Chris Keller, Justin Keller, Cameron Keller, Jordan Snow, J.J. Eshelman, and Michael; his two sisters Elaine DePolo of Gambier and Joan Griley of Coshocton; his mother-in-law Elzada Frye of Newark; his sister-in-laws Phyllis McCandless of Newark, Marcia (Steve) Speck of Pataskala, Becky (Jim) Neri of Newark; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his son C. Scott Keller. Friends may call Thursday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Graveside services will be Friday at 2 p.m. at Mount Liberty Cemetery with Rev. Marvin Haught officiating.

He married Janice Kay Frye, daughter of Elzada Unknown, 3 Sep 1960. Born 4 Jul 1942 in Ohio. Children:

i. Timothy[8]. He married Teresa Unknown.17.iv.iv.vi.iv. ii. Shari.

iii. C. Scott. Died before 2004.

17.iv.iv.vii.i. Carroll Robert[7] Belcher (called Bob) (Carl Robert[6], Carter[5], Sally Emaline[4], John[3], Isaac[2], Martin[1]). Born 9 Apr 1945 in Mt. Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio. In 2017 he lived in Lancaster, Los Angeles Co., Calif., and was a genealogical hobbyist whose work made a significant contribution to our knowledge of Sally Emaline[4] and her descendants.

He married Phyllis Kay Hewett, daughter of Harold Dean Hewett and Reba Kate Hooper, 22 Oct 1967 in Hacienda Heights, Los Angeles Co., Calif. Born 7 Mar 1947 in Fort Smith, Sebastian Co., Ark. Children:

17.iv.iv.vii.i. i. Kevin Wayne[8]. Born 3 Mar 1968 in Huntington Park, Los Angeles Co., Calif.ii. Cheri Rene. Born 23 Mar 1971 at Misawa Air Base, Aomori, Japan. She married Bryan Alan

Belec, son of Gary Alan Belec and Linda Sue Belcher, 20 Apr 2007 in Pahrump, Nye Co., Nev. Born 6 Sep 1971 at Beale AFB, Yuba Co., Calif.

17.iv.iv.vii.i. iii. Charles Raymond. Born 2 Feb 1973 at Shaw AFB, Sumter Co., S.C.

On Jan. 4, 2017, Bob sent us the following biography, an exceptional example of the kind of information we all would like to leave our descendants:

This is my story; my name is Carroll Robert (Bob) Belcher. I was born in Mount Vernon, Knox Co., Ohio on the 9th of April 1945 to Carl Robert Belcher and Betty Francis (Batten) Belcher. They were married on 30 October 1944 in Mount Vernon. My father worked for Shelmar Corporation and they transferred him to Los Angeles, Calif., soon after I was born.

The company was later bought by Continental Can Company. He found a place for us to live in Lynwood and my mother and I moved to California when I was about 9 months old. We came out on the Union Pacific train. A few months later dad bought a house at 10401 Stanford Ave. in South Gate, Calif. Both my brothers were born there, Donald David Belcher on December 14th, 1946 and Dennis Allen Belcher was born on 19 December 1948. When my sister Cynthia Lou Belcher was born on the 12th of January 1959, my father decided that this two bedroom house was too small for this growing family of five. He bought a house at 5201 Ledgewood Road in South Gate and we moved in that fall. This house was located about 1 mile from where dad worked.

I went to Stanford Avenue Elementary School about 1 mile from where we lived on Stanford Avenue. I was not the best kindergartner, having gotten in trouble several times for not sharing my blocks with the other children in my class. I was sent to the principal's office on occasion because of this. I graduated from grade school to South Gate Junior High in 1957. We went to the Methodist church on California Avenue and I played basketball in the church league one fall. I also played baseball in the local park league at South Gate Park. I graduated to South Gate High School in 1960 and graduated in 1963.

I can remember the family driving to Ohio several times when I was young and playing with relatives on the farm. My grandmother lived in Summerfield Ohio and when I was little I can remember having to go out in the backyard to use the bathroom in the outhouse because she did not have an indoor bathroom. We thought this was very funny. When we visited our relatives on the farm we rode horses and chased the chickens. We also went for hayrides. We rode sleds on wet grass because it was summer and there was no snow. Our cousins thought this was very funny and thought we were silly. I can remember sleeping in the back window of the car and Don sleeping on the back seat and Dennis sleeping on the floor. We had some great times when we were kids.

My first job after graduation was with a paint shop that did baked enamel finishes. It paid $1.35 an hour. I stayed with them for about one year until dad told me there was an opening at the Continental Can Company plant where he worked. I applied for and was given a job in the plastics department making plastic bottles for Sta-Puf, Sta-Flo, Lemon and Lime Juice bottles. It paid $2.20 an hour but only lasted about 7 months when I was laid off due to lack of work.

I met my future wife while working at Continental Can Company. We met at the Arena Bowl in South Gate where I was having a burger and fries after playing pool and waiting for the skating rink to open. We were introduced by a friend of mine named Larry Brown. He came with his girlfriend Judy Smithson and her friend Phyllis Kay Hewett. Phyllis had just broken up with her boyfriend Bob and the last thing she wanted was to meet another. We sat in the back corner booth and talked for awhile when Steve Sherman, another friend of ours came in and joined us. We talked for awhile more when Larry said he and Judy were planning on going to the movies and he didn't want Phyllis to be without a date. Steve and I had a friendly argument about who should take her, I saying that I had met her first and he said he was better looking. We flipped a coin to see who would take her and I won. Steve remembered then that he already had a date, so we triple dated to the drive-in. We had a wonderful time; she called me "Sweets".

Our courtship was about average for our times; we went to the local drive-ins and went roller skating. Sometimes we saw the movies, most time we didn't. We double dated to Disneyland and to Knott’s Berry Farm. We went to the New Pike Amusement Park in Long Beach and other places of interest to us. We visited her aunts and uncles in Bell and Bell Gardens, and her grandmothers in Maywood. We went Grunion hunting at the beach when they were running.

My military career started on 23 July 1965, about 7 months after being laid off from Continental Can Company, when I joined the Air Force. I had basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas during some of the hottest weather of the year. When the temperature was over 100 degrees our calisthenics were excused until it got cooler, below about 90 degrees. After 8 weeks I was promoted from airman basic to airman 3rd class and sent to Sheppard Air Force Base in Amarillo, Texas, for training as an electrical power production specialist. Technical school lasted for 18 weeks, after which I was sent to Selfridge Air Force Base in Mount Clemens, Michigan, reporting for duty on 8 February 1966. My job there was to take care of 4 standby 1000 kilowatt diesel generator sets made by General Electric and powered by V-16 Cummins engines. They were used when a weather front moved through the area and we thought that we might lose commercial power, when we had an alert, and early Sunday mornings when we ran the generators to make sure they were working OK. I was promoted to airman 2nd class on 21 June 1966. My next duty assignment was to Oakdale Army Installation on 30 April 1967. This was just outside Pittsburgh, Pa., and my job here was to take care of generators at gap filler sites located at Brookfield and Thompson, Ohio, and at Thomas, W.Va. This was to be my shortest assignment in the Air Force except for basic training. I was promoted to airman 1st class on 1 May 1967. It was about this time that the Air Force decided to rename the ranks of the enlisted personnel. Airman 1st class became buck sergeant and airman 2nd class was renamed airman 1st class.

On 25 August 1967, I received orders to go to Vietnam with a 2 day temporary duty assignment to Hamilton Air Force Base California for M-16 rifle training. I took a 30 day leave before going and while on leave married Phyllis Kay Hewett. We were married at her Uncle Mel’s house at 15217 Folger Drive, Hacienda Heights, California on 22 October 1967. We had arranged to have her minister do the ceremony. When he didn't show at the appointed time of 4:30 p.m., we tried calling him but he wasn’t home. Her uncle got on the phone to find another minister to marry us and finally got one; his name was B.T. Bauer. The minister said that no photographs were allowed as this was a very reverent time, but he had to hurry so he could get home to watch Bonanza on TV. We finally got married at 7:30 p.m. that evening. My brother Dennis was best man and her sister Pamela was maid of honor. After the ceremony we stayed the night at a friend of ours named Junior and in the morning we took the boat to spend a week on Catalina Island on our honeymoon.

I arrived in Vietnam at Cam Ranh Bay on the evening of 15 November 1967 and caught a flight to Tuy Hoa Air Base the next day. Tuy Hoa is located on the coast north of Cam Ranh Bay. It was nice there, very little fighting near the base because of the R.O.K.s. Republic of Korea marines were stationed just off the base and were very feared by the Viet Cong. The R.O.K.s had a very good reputation of keeping their area clear of Viet Cong. My duty assignment here was to take care of aircraft arresting barriers. Barriers are what you see on aircraft carriers that stop planes by catching a cable with a hook on the tail of the plane.

On the night of the 31st of January, 1968 the Viet Cong launched the Tet offensive. Not being given a direct combat assignment, I was on the flight line, with my crew, waiting for the control tower to call saying to prepare a barrier. Since no planes could take off or land in our area because of the fighting, we climbed up the control tower steps to just below the operations level so we could watch the fighting. We could see the tracers from Charlie's machine guns and the steady stream from the Spooky Gunships that were returning fire. Helicopter gunships were also involved in the fighting. Charlie was using regular machine guns but the gunships were firing mini-cannons and could deliver 10 times the firepower. You could follow the tracers almost all the way to the ground. The only damage to the base from all the fighting that night was a mis-fired Army round that hit the Air-Vietnam runway.

On the 3rd of March 1968, the Red Cross notified me I had a son; his name is Kevin Wayne Belcher. What a happy day for me.

On 15 April 1968 I was transferred to Binh Thuy Air Base in the Mekong Delta. I caught a flight to Tan Son Nhut one day and a flight to Binh Thuy the next day. The first three nights I was there the Viet Cong launched mortar attacks with 82 mm mortars. I spent more time in the bunker than in my bunk. On the average, Charlie would lob in mortars 2 or 3 times a week the whole time I was stationed there. Most of these were of a harassing nature and did little damage. A few times he would attack while I was in the airman’s club after work and everybody would dive for the bunkers. I spilt a lot of beer this way with people jumping on top of each other, missed a floor show or two also.

My boss there was a guy who liked to trade for different things and he made a deal with the Navy to give us a case of steaks each week if we would take care of a generator that supplied power to the ship. This worked out great because we had a Bar-Be-Que almost every night. He kind of got in a little trouble though when the base commander ordered that the fire dept. disperse its fire trucks around the base and one of them turned up in front of our shop. Our commander thought that this sergeant had somehow traded for the fire truck and told him to get it out of there, right now, that he didn’t want to see it there any more. It took quite awhile for him to explain that he had nothing to do with it.

I spent my ‘R&R’ [Rest & Relaxation] in Hawaii starting 6 August 1968 after making arrangements for Phyllis to meet me there. We had a second honeymoon and here we hadn’t even been married a year yet. It lasted for 6 nights and 7 days. We had a great time going to a luau and touring the island.

After arriving back in Binh Thuy I got an invitation to my brother Don’s wedding. I’m sorry I was unable to attend. He married Jennifer Louise Johnson on 29 August 1968 and left to live in Boise, Idaho, soon after the ceremony.

I completed my tour of ’Nam’ on 11 November 1968 and was next assigned to Misawa Air Base in Japan. My job there was to take care of the aircraft arresting barriers again. I was sent to Yokota Air Base for more training on 23 May 1969 on the different types of barriers used in the Air Force. I re-enlisted in the Air Force on 22 July 1969, getting a variable re-enlistment bonus of 2. This meant that my career field was short of qualified people and allowed me to get twice the bonus I would have otherwise received. It also allowed me to send for my wife and child to come to Japan at government expense on a space available [military airlift] basis. They tried three times to get here from Travis Air Force Base near San Francisco and for one reason or another could not get a flight. I finally sent money to them and had them fly commercial carrier to Japan.

I bought a house before Phyllis arrived and we lived about one mile from the base in an area where a lot of military families lived. It was a small house; only about 600 square feet and I only paid 500,000 yen ($1,388.89) for it. Foreigners are not allowed to own property in Japan so the property the house was sitting on was leased from the owner for 99 years, of which I had about 87 years left to go. On 1 December 1970 I was promoted to staff sergeant. We would go to a ski resort named Lake Towada that was located south of the base because it was so nice there. In the summer months there was a carnival there in celebration of some Japanese holiday. In the fall we would take a drive up just to see the changing colors of the trees. The drive up to the lake was beautiful with all the reds, yellows, and golds of the leaves. In the winter we would go and play in the snow or ride sleds down the hills. A few months before we left country the civilian contractor that worked at the base completed his job and returned to the states. This left a lot of houses on the market and we were only able to sell ours for about $555.56. Yen was 360 to the dollar was the reason for the odd amount. We sold the house for 200,000 yen.

I had a good friend there that I worked with that was named Frost, we all called him Frosty; he was a staff sergeant like me and we worked on the same team on arresting barriers. We would play cribbage in the truck when there was nothing else going on. We both received orders to Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, and Frosty left about 6 months before my tour was up. He was to report to an aircraft recon squadron’ my orders were to report to the civil engineering squadron.

Cheri Rene Belcher was born on 23 March 1971 at the Misawa Air Base, Japan, hospital in the evening. It was a quick delivery; Phyllis was in labor for less than one hour after arriving at the hospital. I got to watch the birth of my daughter, even though I almost passed out.

In July 1971, just before I was to leave country, I was diagnosed as having cancer in my left thigh. They called it a poorly differentiated Mixo-Lipo Sarcoma. This is a cancer of the fatty tissue. The doctors wanted to operate on it right away because they said it was an aggressive type of cancer. I talked to Phyl and we decided to have her and the kids fly home to the states. That way, after the operation and recovery I could fly home without having to go back to Misawa to clear the base. I read the medical report on the way to Tachikawa Air Base, where I was to have the operation, and it said that the doctors should give consideration to amputation of the leg if they could not get all of the cancer out with this operation. I talked to the doctors at Tachikawa and they felt that the operation would be OK. I was in the hospital for 38 days. I was very lucky in that the doctors got all of the cancer with during the biopsy and I didn't have to go for chemo-therapy or for any radiation treatments. I left Japan about 4 o'clock in the afternoon and arrived at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., about noon on the same day having crossed the international dateline on the way back. When I arrived at LAX [Los Angeles International Airport] in Los Angeles it was about the same time that I had left Japan.

I was given 30 days leave before having to report to my next duty station at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, S.C. While there on leave in L.A., we rented a small apartment in Huntington Park and bought a 1965 Chevelle SS. We visited friends and relatives on leave and I told everybody that the operation was a success and that I was fine. About a week before I was due to report we starting driving cross country. Phyl enjoyed the trip as this was the first time she had been back to her birthplace since she was a little girl. We stopped in Fort Smith, Ark., to visit her relations on the way to Sumter.

We arrived at Shaw Air Force Base in October 1971. They had no base housing for us so we rented a trailer to live in until base housing had an opening. The trailer was 12 feet wide and 60 feet long with bedrooms at each end of the trailer. Within one week of arriving at Shaw we drove to Myrtle Beach, S.C., just to see the Atlantic Ocean. Now we could say we had driven from coast to coast. Frosty and a co-worker of his named Buford would come over in the evenings and we would play pinochle, sometimes all night long. Phyl and I against Frosty and Buford. We drank beer and had a lot of fun. One time Frosty had an accident with his car and asked if he could repair it at the trailer, we told him OK. He brought over some beer for us and a bottle of Black Velvet for Phyllis. Phyl woke up the next morning covered in grease from the car where she had helped us and she doesn’t know a thing about cars.

In May 1972 we were authorized base housing and moved in on 26 May 1972 to a three bedroom duplex. A tech sergeant lived next door to us and we would go fishing for largemouth bass on weekends. Some neighbors up the street had some small children that our kids played with and we would baby-sit for them and them for us. They liked to play pinochle also and we would take turns playing at each other’s house. Phyllis’s sister Rita came to visit us after she graduated to see what South Carolina was like and she met and married Scott Pirc.

In March 1972 I received orders to go to TUSLOG [The United States Logistics Group], Turkey; this was to be an isolated remote tour, meaning that Phyllis and the kids could not go. Phyl asked that I not go as she did not want to be alone. I declined to re-enlist or to extend my enlistment to accept this assignment and we starting making plans for civilian life

when my enlistment was up the following year. Her father owned a dry cleaning business and he offered me a job when I got out.

On February 2nd, 1973 my last child was born, a son, Charles Raymond Belcher. He was born with a cleft palette and could not swallow very well. The doctors wanted to wait until he was about one year old before operation to correct the palette. I had a vasectomy about 3 months later as three children was about all that I thought we could afford to raise. On 20 July 1973 I was honorably discharged from the Air Force.

We still had the '65 Chevelle and we started our drive back to Los Angeles. Charlie caught pneumonia along the way and had to go into the hospital when we arrived in LA. Charlie had the operation to correct his cleft palette at Los Angeles Children’s Hospital a few months later.

I started working for Harold Dean Hewett at the Reseda One Hour Martinizing dry cleaning plant as a presser and a delivery person, also waiting counter on weekends. We lived with her parents until we purchased a house at 7532 Quakertown Avenue in Canoga Park. We purchased the house in October 1973 for $27,900. We lived there for 3 years and 4 months, selling the house for $49,950 in February 1977. Harold had sold the cleaners about 6 months earlier and the new owners laid me off so they could hire their nephew to do my job. I got another job as a presser but it did not pay as well.

On 22 Feb 1973 Dad was forced to retire from Continental Can Company when the company closed the plant. He went to work for American Can Company long enough to buy a new car and then quit that job to enjoy his retirement. After he bought the car, Mom and Dad moved to Big Bear Lake, Calif. They lived there for about 7 years, my sister Cyndi graduating from Big Bear High School. After graduating, she and some girlfriends went to Hawaii for the summer. She liked it so much that she decided to stay and lived there for several years. Mom and Dad took a vacation while Cyndi worked for a hotel chain on Maui and really had a wonderful time.

I was best man when my brother Dennis got married in Big Bear Lake on December 12th, 1976 to Audrian Yvonne Thompson. Dennis got an offer of work in Oregon and this was the excuse he had been waiting for to leave California. They moved to Oregon on his birthday, 19 December 1976. After awhile the winters were beginning to take their toll with Dad shoveling snow from the porch and the snowplow packing the driveway. He was looking for a new place when Dennis found a very nice place in Shady Cove, Ore., with a beautiful view of the Rogue River. Dad bought the place and they moved in that summer.

After selling our house in Canoga Park, we moved to Lancaster, Calif. We again had to move in with Harold and Reba Hewett till we found a place to rent. I was out of work for about 6 months and we had to use the profits from selling the house to live on. We finally found a 4 bedroom house and rented it after I got a job working as a presser for a laundry. That lasted about 6 months as they refused to pay overtime. I took a test with the City of Los Angeles for diesel plant operator and passed but did not score high enough to be hired at this time. I next got a job with a company that ground up alfalfa into flour for health food products. It paid $3.50 an hour. We got rid of the Chevelle and bought a Ford LTD station wagon. I worked making flour for about 6 months when the City sent word to call to make an appointment to come in for a job interview. I did and they said that as soon as I could get a diesel engineers license from the City that I could start work. I had to take the test twice before passing and was hired by the City on 10 April 1978. One day after my 33rd birthday. My pay was $9.78 an hour, almost 3 times what I was making before. I was now a diesel plant operator or D.P.O. for short.

With this job and the pay I was getting we tried to buy a house at 44221 2nd Street East in Lancaster for $41,900 using my Cal-Vet loan guarantee in May 1978, but couldn't get funding approved and requested escrow be canceled in August 1978.

My job with the city started out in operations. We rotated between control room operator, engineman, and auxiliaries operator. My days off were on Tuesday and Wednesday. My job there was to operate and maintain large duel fuel diesel engines that supplied power to the plant and drove blowers used in the wastewater process. The diesel generators were 1187 kilowatts each and running 3 of them was enough to power the plant. We generally ran 4 diesel powered blowers to supply air for the process. The diesels were made by Worthington. About a year and a half after starting work the city hired more operators and I was able to trade with one of them working maintenance, which I preferred, and now had weekends off.

Because I was living in Lancaster and working near LAX, I was forced to buy an economy car. It was 150 miles round trip to work and back. The cost of buying gas for the station wagon was about $60 a week. I purchased a ’69 Toyota Corolla that got about 35 miles per gallon. The gas money I was saving by driving this car actually made the monthly payments and Phyllis could drive the wagon.