Roanoke Times
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DATE: MONDAY, October 24, 1994                   TAG: 9507120022
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AUSTIN, James Peter, (``Pete""), 76, of Buchanan, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Arrangements by Rader Buchanan Chapel.

BALES, Jack Gayle, 55, of Marion, died Saturday, October 22, 1994, in Smyth County Community Hospital. Mr. Bales was preceded in death by a son , Michael Gayle Bales; his parents, Leon Clinton and Lelia Primm Bales and a brother, James Eugene Bales. Mr. Bales was a veteran in the United States Army having the rank of Specialist, and was a life member of the Marion VFW Post #4667. He was also an active member of the Marion Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Betty Stover Bales of Marion; three daughters and sons-in-law, Donna and Charles Gilbert Lawrence III of Knoxville, Tennessee, Robin and Michael Allan Elkins Sr. of North Tazwell, Va. and Michelle Kristin Bales of Marion, Virginia; three sons and a daughter-in-law, SFC Phillip Todd Bales of Fort Riley, Kansas, Robert Dale and Ann Bales of Marion, Va. and Christopher Clinton Bales of Athens, West Virginia; three brothers, Donald Leon Bales of Atkins, Va., Roger Dale Bales of Marion, Va. and Larry Lane Bales of Abingdon, Va.; four grandchildren, Donald Leon Bales II, Charles Gilbert Lawrence IV, Michael Allan Elkins, Jr., and Adam Casey Lawrence; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 26, 1994, 2 p.m. at the Marion Baptist Church with Dr. William A. Slater, Rev. Glenn Gunter and Rev. Neville Mozingo officiating. Burial will follow in Wassum Cemetery in Atkins, Va. where military rites will be conducted by Marion VFW Post #4667. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marion Life Saving Crew, P.O. Box 784, Marion, VA. 24354 or the Marion Baptist Church Elevator Fund, 1258 N. Main Street, Marion, Virginia 24354. The body will be taken to the church Tuesday evening where the family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Seaver-Brown Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements.

BASHAM, Pauline Howell, of Roanoke, died Sunday, Ocboter 23, 1994. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel.

BROADY, Mrs. Lonnie Johnson, 92, of 1543 Golfside Ave., passed away Thursday, October 22, 1994. She was the widow of Frank C. Broady Sr. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday at High Street Baptist Church, with Dr. Noel C. Taylor officiating. Burial in Williams Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the High Street Baptist Church Sunday School in the name of Deaconess Lonnie J. Broady. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Hamlar-Curtis Chapel.

BROWER, Mary Madeline , 64, of 2318 Massachusetts Ave. N.W., Roanoke, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Arrangements by Fizer Funeral Home.

BUSHNELL, Eber B., 95, of Troutville, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Survivors include two sons, Joseph Kenneth Bushnell, James Edward Bushnell, both of Roanoke; five daughters, Mildred B. Martin, Lorraine B. Lawson, both of Roanoke, Elizabeth B. Caldwell, Rocky Mount, Jean B. Manspile and Carolyn B. Heath, both of Roanoke; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, October 25, 1994, at 11 a.m. in the Rader Troutville Chapel, with the Rev. J. Weldon Myers officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Chapel Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Rader Funeral Home, Troutville.

CLINE, Edward Lee, 75, of Rural Retreat, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday and Lindsey Funeral Home Chapel.

COLLINS, Mack Byron, 66, of Wytheville, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Barnett Funeral Home Chapel, Wytheville.

FOX, Gertraud Schweier, 67, of Fairfield, died Saturday, October 22, 1994, at her residence. She was born May 15, 1927, in Munich, Germany, a daughter of Maria Ibscher Schweier of Munich, Germany and the late Adolf Schweier. Mrs. Fox was a teacher. Also, she was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lexington. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband, Dr. Kurt J. Fox, Fairfield; a daughter, Mrs. Kathleen Sagmeister Fox and son-in-law, Dr. Rudolf Sagmeister of Lochau, Austria; a son, Christian Fox and daughter-in-law, Julie Fox, London, England; a daughter, Ms. Susanna J. Fox, Fairfield; a twin sister, Mrs. Gabriele Duschl, Munich, Germany; five grandchildren, Maria, Aurelia and Bruno Sagmeister, Lochau, Austria, Timothy and William Fox, London, England. A memorial service will be conducted at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 11 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 1994, with the Rev. Father John Behan, C.P.B. officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Patrick's Catholic Church Fund, 221 W. Nelson St., Lexington, Virginia 24450; Rockbridge Area Relief Association, 203 S. Randolph St., Lexington, Virginia 24450 or the Fairfield Rescue Squad, Rt. 11 N, Fairfield, Virginia 24435. Williams Funeral Service, Lexington in charge of arrangements.

GOAD, Lutie Davis, 71, of Fairfield, died Saturday, October 22, 1994 at her home. Mrs. Goad was born May 14, 1923 in Amherst, Va., a daughter of the late Daniel Davis and Dora Sorrells Davis. She was a member of the Spring Valley Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Charlie H. Goad Sr., Fairfield; six children, Barbara Cole, New Castle, Bonnie Lonon, Chesterfield, Charlie Goad Jr., Lexington, Betty Wray, Colonial Heights, W. D. Goad, Lexington, Brenda Travalini, Midlothian; one sister, Mandy Cash, Fairfield; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 1994 at the Harrison Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Phillip Mace officiating. Burial will follow in the Timber Ridge A.R.P. Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Harrison Funeral Home, Lexington.

HARDY, Marty Junior, 33, of Bassett, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday, Collins Funeral Chapel.

HARRIS, Daniel Jack, 61, of Rt. 4, Lexington, died Saturday, October 22, 1994 in Stonewall Jackson Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born August 29, 1933 in Patrick County, son of Elethe Barnard Harris of Stuart and the late Herbert H. Harris. He was married and lovingly devoted to his wife of 39 years, Margaret Roberts Harris, who was the inspiration, not only of his life, but also for the book that he authored, The Angel Wore A Yellow Dress. A member of many community organizations, his struggle with a rare and incurable disease was an inspiration to many. A veteran of the Korean War, he served in the U. S. Army, Navy and Virginia National Guard. He was active in the American Legion Post 126 in Buena Vista, serving as post commander and chaplain, as well as chairman of numerous committees. He also served as the American Legion 14th District Commander in 1976, state vice-commander in 1977, chairman of the 14th District Executive Committee, chaplain of the 14th District in 1988 and member of the national executive committee for four years. His service to the Legion was honored in 1976 with Virginia post commander of the year in 1976, and Virginia Legionnaire of the Year in 1979. He also organized the Rockbridge Voiture 829 of the 40/8, an honor society of the American Legion, ultimately serving as commander and vice-commander of that society. He was also elected as Grand Drapeau and Grand Garde de La Porte of that state organization in 1978, and as state chaplain of the Grand Voiture de Virginiae for two years. Mr. Harris was also an active member of the Buena Vista Masonic Lodge 186 A.F. & A.M., serving as junior and senior deacon, junior and senior warden, chaplain and master of the lodge. He ultimately received the 2nd Degree of the Mason Scottish Rite. Other prominent civic roles he served were as vice-president of the Rivermont Heights Civic Association; a member of the Buena Vista Jaycees; and member, vice-president and president of the Rockbridge Shrine Club. He was employed for 30 years with the Federal Aviation Administration, receiving numerous letters of commendation and three FAA SAA awards before retiring. He was also a member of Neriah Baptist Church. He was predeceased by a half brother, Willie Harris. In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by two sons, Jerry W. Harris, Lexington and James T. Harris, Sterling; a daughter, Teresa Harris Cunningham, Rockbridge Co.; two brothers, Early Harris, Stuart, Walter Harris, Collinsville; a half brother, Lloyd Harris, Stuart; three sisters, Virgie Cassady, Jessie Harris and Minnie Harris, all of Stuart; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The graveside service, with military and Masonic rites, will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 1994, at Neriah Baptist Church by the Rev. Jill Y. Crainshaw and the Rev. J. C. Raper. Friends and family may visit Monday, October 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 126 Scholarship Fund, to Neriah Baptist Church Food Bank or to the Lexington Hospice Association.

HATCHER, Thurman C., 86, of Roanoke, died Saturday, October 22, 1994 in a local hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Belle Hatcher, and a brother, Daniel Lee Hatcher. He was a veteran of WWII, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for heroic achievements in action while serving with a medical detachment of the 5th Army in Italy. He is a member of the Villa Heights Baptist Church. He is survived by several cousins and close friends. Graveside service 10 a.m. Wednesday Sherwood Memorial Park with the Rev. Harold C. Lewis officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p. m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Villa Heights Baptist Church, 4080 Challenger Ave. Roanoke, 24012. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel.

HENDERSON, Annie Elizabeth, 81, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 1994. Survivors include her son, Robert Joe Henderson, Roanoke; daughter-in-law, Mona Brown; grandchildren, Robert J., Melvin, Gloria, Sylvia, Sonia, Bertha, Joseph and Tara L.; nine great-grandchildren other relatives and friends. Graveside services will be Tuesday 11 a.m. at Williams Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home.

HOLLEY, Gina T., 31, of Roanoke, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel.

HOLLINGSWORTH, James Garland Sr., 68, of Flat Ridge, passed away Sunday, October 23, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Tuesday in Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel, Independence.

HOWARD, Lita Dickerson, 80, of Lexington, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Services of remembrance at a later date. Arrangements by Harrison Funeral Home, Lexington.

McCLANAHAN, Emerson Roland Sr., 67, of Salem, went to be with the Lord Sunday morning, October 23, 1994. He was retired from the Va. Dept. of Transportation. He is survived by his wife, Joan McCoy McClanahan; son and daughter-in-law, Emerson R. Jr. and Anna McClanahan, Roanoke; brother, William Burke McClanahan; a lifelong friend, C.H.(Snook) Johnson and wife, Sara; six grandchildren, Windy, Emily, Desiree, Sasha, Justin and Paige. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, October 25, 1994 at 10 a.m. in the Old Dominion Memorial Park, with Pastor Joseph McCoy officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Lotz Salem Chapel.

MONTGOMERY, Everett Graham, 84, of Covington, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday, Loving Funeral Home Chapel.

PETERS, Lester Hamilton, 67, of Rt. 2, Ferrum, died Saturday, October 22, 1994 in a Roanoke hospital. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Flora Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow in Republican Primitive Baptist Cemetery. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, 342 S. Main St., Rocky Mount.

POFF, Nora Ellen Carter, 97, of Covington, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Arrangements by Loving Funeral Home.

SADLER, Edna Stanley, 78, of Radford, went to be with the Lord Saturday, October 22, 1994, at Radford Community Hospital. Born April 19, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Milton H. Stanley and Della Mae James Stanley. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Betty and David J. Creasey of Christiansburg; one grandson and wife, Gregory K. and Belinda Quesenberry and expectant great-grandson all of Radford; two sisters, Allene McGuire of Radford and Dorothy Sink of Deland, Fla. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 25, 1994, at 11 a.m. from the Radford Wesleyan Church with the Rev. Jim Cochran officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Burial Park in Radford. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the DeVilbiss Funeral Home in Radford.

SHEPPARD, Evelyn, 78, of Roanoke, died Saturday, October 22, 1994 in a local hospital. She is survived by two sons, Livy Sheppard, Miami Beach, Fla., Al Sheppard, Alpharetta, Ga.; daughter, Mary Snapp, Roanoke; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Alpharetta, Ga. Local arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel

SIMMS, Nellie C., 87, of Roanoke, died Sunday, October 23, 1994. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel.

SMYTHERS, Nellie Dean, 86, of Austinville, died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday at the Reese Funeral Home Chapel.

SOLOMON, Raymond Vernell, 58, of Amherst, died Saturday, October 22, 1994, at Virginia Baptist Hospital. Born in Greenville, S.C. on June 4, 1936, he was U. S. Airforce veteran. He was the son of the late Herbert M. Solomon and Foy Pitman Solomon. He was preceded in death by a son, Raymond Vernell Solomon, Jr. and mother-in-law, Nannie T. Ramsey. He is survived by wife, Lisa Ramsey Solomon; son, Steve Solomon, Lynchburg; daughter, Brittany Solomon, Amherst; stepdaughter, Susan Sadler, Parishburg; stepgranddaughter, Amanda Lynn Sadler; stepmother, Virginia G. Solomon; stepbrother, Billy Joe Herlocker and stepsister, Barbara Anderson, all of Stanfield, N.C.; special father-in-law, Grover L. Ramsey; special grandmaw, Jobe Ramsey and very special friend, Mickey Brooks. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 1994, at Lomax Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Taylor officiating. Interment will follow In Or onoco Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at Lomax Funeral Home.

STILWELL, Callie A., 90, of Hillsville, passed away Sunday, October 23, 1994, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born January 17, 1904 in Carroll County, Va., she was the daughter of the late James William Marshall and Henrietta Saul Marshall. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Quinton and Iva Stilwell, Salem; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 1994 at the Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville, with Elder Joe H. McGrady and Elder Thomas Mann officiating. Interment will follow in Liberty Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel, Hillsville.

TURPIN, Joyce Ann, 47, of Radford, passed away Saturday, October 22, 1994 at Radford Community Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Charlie M. and Freda Phillips Turpin. Survivors include three aunts, Stella Dalton, Danville, Gladys Quesenberry, Willis, Jocie Shelton, Christiansburg; a number of cousins; and a host of friends at the Clement Home in Radford. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel, Floyd, with the Rev. Thornton Turpin officiating. Burial will be in the Captain George Quesenberry Cemetery, Indian Valley. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Maberry Funeral Home.

WALKER, Marian C., 96, of Roanoke, died Friday, October 21, 1994. Funeral 1 p.m. Monday, Oakey's North Chapel.

WIDENER, Carl, 72 of LoFollette, Tenn., died Saturday, October 22, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Campbell Funeral Home Chapel, Abingdon.

WOODY, William Foster, 96, of Marion, died Friday, October 21, 1994. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday in Barnett's Funeral Chapel.

WRIGHT, Dallie Ann W., of 1540 Link Rd., Bedford, departed this life, Friday, October 21, 1994, in Salem, Va. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday, Virginian Associate Church of God on the campground of Rt 43, S. Bedford. Family visitations Monday, October 24, 1994, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bedford Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the home of Melinda and John Cunningham, 815 Short Street, Bedford. In lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Thaxton Church of God, local ARC, American Diabetes, American Kidney Foundation, American Cancer Society, Bedford Adult Care Center. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home.