U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
GARNETT G. REED
Garnett Gregory Reed, 90, of Jeb Stuart Hwy., Spencer, died Friday, March 2, 2012, at her residence.
She was born in Canaan, W.Va., on June 12, 1921, and was a daughter of the late Andrew Edward Gregory and Bessie Alkire Gregory. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William R. Reed; a daughter, Doris F. Reed; a son, Ricky L. Reed Sr.; two sisters, Locie Gregory and Icie Tharp; two brothers, Clinton Gregory and Lester Gregory; and a great-granddaughter, Lynette Langley.
She was retired from J.P. Stevens where she worked as a loom operator.
Surviving are two daughters, Carol Sue Lunsford of Randleman, N.C., and Glynda R. Cassady of Spencer; one sister, Della Corley of Baton Rouge, La.; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Sunday in the chapel of Collins Funeral Home with the Rev. Trent Wall officiating. Burial was in Henry Memorial Park.
Arrangements were by Collins Funeral Home of Bassett.
GEORGE W. ROYAL JR.
George W. Royal Jr., 86 of Floyd, died Thursday, March 1, 2012.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel L. Royal; his parents, George W. Sr. and Clara Cannaday Royal; a sister; Nannie R. Harris; and two brothers, Virgil Royal and Thomas Royal.
Surviving are his daughters and sons-in-law, Sue and Maynard Nester, Jeanette Adkins, Lou and Doug Hall and Judy and Bob Bowman; sons and daughters-in-law, Melvin and Margaret Nester and Everette and Tabitha Nester; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Hall, April Hall, B.J. Hall, Landon Nester, Josh Nester, Chelsea Nester, Robin Funk, Amanda Chavez, Matt Bowman and Andy Bowman; 11 great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Frank Lawson; two nieces and three nephews.
The funeral service was held Saturday at Maberry Funeral Home Chapel in Floyd with Elders Lowell Hopkins and Tommy Pegram officiating. Burial was in Topeco Cemetery.
MAURYENE P. DUGGER
"My God and my All"--these words were at the core of the daily life of Mauryne "Mimi" Prewitt Dugger, age 85, of Willis, born July 25, 1926 in Jacksonville, Fla., who firmly believed "but Thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy..." On Sunday, March 4, 2012, she answered His call, heard the voice of the great Amen, and peacefully passed into His presence surrounded by loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by: her husband, Emmett Lee Dugger Sr., her son, Byron Deane Dugger, and her grandson, Mathew Andersen Dugger.
Her last days with us were filled with grace as she continued to teach us with her constant concern for others, her gentle words of gratitude and her warm love. There was a sweet constant flow of gentle friends and family from all over the country who came to sit by her side, praying, reading, laughing or quietly weeping.
Mimi is survived by her siblings: Louise Bell, Ann Newbold, Helen Davenport, Deb Schlinder and Matthew Prewitt; children: Suzanne Dugger Church (Rev. Peter Church), Emmett Lee Dugger Jr. (Tina Dugger), Becky Margret Ganzhorn and Dorian Maury Dugger (Swede McBroom); 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren with another on the way; and numerous family and friends whom she dearly loved.
Her life was a journey of loss and redemption, separation and reconciliation from which she forged a love of God which deepened over the years. In her later years, she started daily contemplative spiritual practices which nurtured her faith, her love of God and her spiritual community. Mimi was always an active member of the Presbyterian Church wherever she lived, and she lived many places. She was president of the Women of the Church at First Presbyterian in downtown Winston-Salem, N.C. The 16 years she lived in Jacksonville, Fla., she was a member of Riverside Presbyterian. Her last days were in Willis where she attended Buffalo Mountain Presbyterian Church.
Mimi was a highly accomplished lady: a teacher, a life-long student, articulate, well-educated and widely read; she grew lovely roses and had beautiful gardens; she was a wonderful cook and seamstress as well as a designer and creator of superb handwork. In Winston-Salem, Mauryne owned Needle Arts Etc., a retail shop, where she also taught needle point, handwork, and cross-stitch. She was a TV host of a local show in Roanoke called "Mondays with Mauryne." She had eclectic tastes in art, music, and theater. She traveled widely, including pre-Castro Cuba, Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii.
Her passion was connecting with others in all walks of life; a devout believer in the equality of all people regardless of their education, religion, nationality or position in society. She taught her children to treat all as welcomed guests, including folks working in the yard, or behind the counter at a local K & W. Mimi, being a wonderful listener, loved to visit with "good conversationalists."
Mauryne will be missed, but her vibrant memory will continue to be a source of consolation and guidance for us all. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be sent to New River Valley Carilion Clinic Hospice, 707 Randolph St., Suite 251, Radford, VA 24141-2429. Visitation with be held a 3 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012, at Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, with memorial service at 4 p.m. A celebration of Mimi's life will be held Saturday, June 30, 2012, near Buffalo Mountain in Willis.
LOIS H. JONES
Lois Hall Jones, 87, a native of Patrick County, died of heart failure March 2, 2012, at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville.
She was born in Patrick County on June 28, 1924. She was preceded in death by her mother, Addie Adams Hall; father, Eleazar Charles Hall; brother, Claude Hall; and sister, Estelle Hall-Stoda.
She lived in Northern Virginia for 66 years where she raised a family, worked, and retired from the U.S. Government after 32 years.
Surviving are one daughter, Carol
Jones of Barboursville; one granddaughter Wanda Duff of Springfield; five great-grandchildren, Joni, Alex, Sarah, David and Michael; and a great-great-grandson, Jacob.
She often spoke about her fond memories of growing up in Patrick County. Lois loved family and was always there to brighten the lives of others, and was adored and loved by all who knew her. She will be sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
Lafone Pettry Moles
Lafone Pettry Moles, 77, “Momaw”, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2010 at her home. She was born on October 18, 1933 in Edwight, West Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Roscoe and Elpha Clay Pettry. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Michael and her sister, Ruth Ann Dalton.
Lafone was retired from Floyd Garment Co. After retirement she worked part time for the Floyd County Sherriff’s Department.
Surviving are her husband of 59 years, Harlis Moles, Floyd, VA; Daughters and Son-in-law, Janie and Jimmy Spence, Willis, VA, and Joyce Howery and special friend Mike Nolen, Floyd, VA; Son, Charles Moles and special friend Dawn Thompson, Max Meadows, VA; Brother and Sister-in-law, Jimmy and Brenda Pettry of Potomac, MD; Grandchildren, Jason Howery and Nicole Lawson, Gretchen and Tommy Gleim, Neeley and Philip Russell; Great Grandchildren, Jeffrey Howery, Mason Howery, and Sophia Russell; Brother and Sister-in-law, Alvin and Frances Moles, Meadows of Dan; Sisters-in-law, Margie Moles, Emma Mae Moles, and Glenna Mabery; Special Niece, Brenda Gallimore; and Her Special Poodle, Brittany; and many, many special friends.
Family will receive friends beginning at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, November 6th, 2010 at Maberry Funeral Home. Funeral service to follow at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Jeff Dalton officiating. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, November 7th, 2010 at the Jacksonville Cemetery.
The family would like to extend deepest appreciation and love to her caregivers and friends, especially, Jeanette, Laura, and Shirley, also Gentiva Home Health, and Carillion Hospice nurse, Sherry Reed.
Harlis W. Moles
Harlis W. Moles “Popaw”, 87 of Floyd, passed away on Saturday October 15, 2011 at his home. He was born on May 6, 1924 in Willis, VA. , the son of Eura & Esley Moles. He was preceded in death by his wife Lafone & an infant son Michael. Also preceding him were his brothers & sisters Ervin, Kermit, Rita, and Geneva.
Harlis was a WWII veteran having served in Luzon. He received the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal with Bronze Service Star; Good conduct Medal; and WWII Victory Medal. He was a member of company C the Rangers Infantry Battalion.
Harlis spent all of his working years in road construction and retired from Branch & Associates. After retirement he enjoyed his daily ride to Willis and working in his yard.
Surviving are his daughters and son-in-law Janie & Jimmy Spence of Willis, VA, Joyce Howery of Floyd, VA, son Charles Moles and special friend Dawn Thompson of Max Meadows, VA
Grandchildren; Jason Howery & Nicole Lawson, Gretchen & Tommy Gleim, Neeley & Philip Russell.
Great Grandchildren; Jeffrey Howery, Mason Howery, Sophia Russell, Kendra Lawson.
Brother & Sister-in-law Alvin & Frances Moles of Meadows of Dan, VA, sister; Glenna Mabery, Willis, VA, Brother-in-law & sister-in-law Jimmy & Brenda Pettry, Potomac, MD, Sisters-in-law; Margie Moles of Floyd. VA and Emma Mae Moles of Willis, VA.
Special niece Brenda Gallimore and special family friend Shirley Griggs and his little dog Brittany.
The family would like to thank Sherry Reed and Carilion NRV Hospice for their special care and kindness.
Funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2011 at Maberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Dalton officiating. Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside services with military Rites by Floyd V.F.W. Post # 7854 and American Legion Post # 127 well be held 11 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2011 at the Harris Cemetery.
Sandra Kay Perko Follenius
(April 24, 1967 - July 4, 2011)
SANDRA KAY PERKO FOLLENIUS, age 44 of Brandon, Florida, formerly of Manassas, Virginia died Monday, July 4, 2011.
Sandra was born April 24, 1967 in Willingboro, New Jersey, daughter of Charles R. and Kola B. (Thomas) Perko.
Survivors include her parents, Charles and Kola Perko of Manassas, Virginia; one daughter, Cheyenne L. Follenius; two sisters, Karen Halnon and husband Tom and Debra Caufman and husband Bill and one brother, Mike Perko and wife Tamie.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 11, 2011 at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 8275 Barrett Drive, Manassas, Virginia with Pastor Eugene Zorbas officiating. Interment will follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas.
James Victor McPhee
(May 2, 1938 - July 3, 2011)
James Victor McPhee, 73, a long time resident of Vienna, VA, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at his daughter Cynthia’s residence in Centreville, VA.
He was born on May 2, 1938, in Shevlin, MN, to the late Frank and Beatrice McPhee. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Alexander and John McPhee; and a son, James Victor McPhee, Jr.
Mr. McPhee retired from the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of the Vietname War. He was also Vice President of the Washington District for Keyboard Communications, Inc.
He is survived by his wife Virginia (Moses) McPhee; two daughters: Victoria Edmiston and husband Mark of Lusby, MD; and Cynthia Trinca and husband William of Centreville, VA; son: Michael McPhee and wife Wendy of Indianapolis, IN; four grandchildren: Shannon and Thomas Trinca and Jennifer and Michael McPhee; three brothers: Anthony McPhee of Shevlin, MN; William McPhee of Phoenix, AZ; and Leo McPhee of Winthrop Harbor, IL; and a sister: Beatrice Teeters of Baxter, MN.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 6, 2011, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, July 7, 2011, at 10:30 AM at Saint Timothy’s Catholic Church, 13807 Poplar Tree Road, Chantilly, VA; with Rev. William Aitcheson officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA, with military honors.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of a donation to: Capital Caring Hospice in loving memory of James Victor McPhee.
Jean Mayhugh Harvey
(January 8, 1932 - July 2, 2011)
JEAN MAYHUGH HARVEY, age 79 of Manassas, Virginia passed away Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Gainesville Health & Rehab Center.
Jean was born January 8, 1932 in Manassas, Virginia daughter of the late Emory E. and Frances ( Marsh) Mayhugh.
She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Paul Simpson Harvey, Jr. and two grandchildren, Frank Alexander IV and Ashlynn Blair Cease.
Survivors include three children, Cecelia Holman, Susan Pepperling and husband Michael and Jennifer Alexander and husband Frank Alexander III and three grandchildren, Sharese Cease, Courtney Ann Pepperling and Shayla Rose Alexander.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 8, 2011 at Sudley United Methodist Church Cemetery, Catharpin with Rev. Meredith McNabb officiating.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Capital (Hospice) Caring, 2900 Telestar Court, Falls Church, Virginia 22042 in loving memory of Jean Mayhugh Harvey.
SHIRLEY M. BRESETT
Shirley Maynard Moore Bresett, 89, of Stuart and former long-time resident of Springfield, Vermont, died peacefully on March 12, 2012 at Pioneer Hospital.
She was born in Proctor, Vt., on January 19, 1923, the middle daughter of Nina (Norton) and Maynard Cleveland Moore. She grew up in Middlebury, Vt., and graduated from Middlebury High School in 1941. In 1944 she completed her studies at Mary Fletcher Hospital School of Nursing. After her graduation she pursued her bachelor of science degree in nursing at the University of Vermont.
With the end of World War II and the safe return of the love of her life, she and Russell G. Bresett were married on August 22, 1945 in the Springfield Congregational Church. After a brief time living in New London Connecticut they returned to Springfield where they resided until the death of her husband in January 2008. At that time she moved to Worcester, Vt., where she lived with her loving daughter and son-in-law, eventually re-locating to her home in Stuart in August of 2008.
She worked as a nurse in the Porter Hospital in Middlebury and the Springfield Hospital both in the emergency room and later as the head nurse of the medical/surgical unit. With the opening of the Springfield Health and Rehabilitation Center she became the director of nursing services until her retirement.
During her retirement she especially enjoyed becoming involved in her church. She completed the Stevens Ministry Program and for a number of years helped to organize the annual church bazaar. It was during this period in her life that she rekindled her love for painting and needlework. She was an avid gardener and spent many hours in her gardens in Vermont and more recently with her daughter in Virginia, where her creations live on. She is remembered fondly for her sour cream cookies, her comfortable lap, hours of reading and beautiful smile. Shirley loved her family and friends. Her happiest memories were of the wonderful times she spent with all she loved.
Surviving is her only daughter, Sherry Bresett Easterbrooks and her husband Russell of Stuart; her two grandsons and their companions, Christopher and Jerilynn Bathgate of Greensboro, N.C., and Jason Bathgate and Monica Mead of Nelson, New Zealand. Shirley Bresett (Gigi) had three great-grandchildren, Gavin Bathgate, Lorien Bathgate and Mallory Cano. She is also survived by her many nieces and nephews and her loving younger sister and best friend Mildred Sheehan of Meriden, Conn.
Her husband, parents, and older sister, Marion Otis of Middlebury, Vt., predeceased her in death.
A memorial service and burial will be held this summer in Springfield, Vt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the First Congregational Church United Church of Christ, 77 Main St., Springfield, VT 05156-2999, or to the MFHSN/Scholarship Alumni Fund, Fletcher Allen Health Care, 111 Colchester Ave. Burlington, VT, 05401 c/o Development Office.
Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is in charge of the arrangements.
CHRISTOPHER NEWTON COBBLER
Christopher (Chris) Newton Cobbler, 37, went peacefully to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Chris was a loving and amazing son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend to many.
Chris graduated from Patrick County High School in 1992. He then went on to the University of Tennessee to graduate with a degree in Architecture and minor in Landscape Architect in 1999. God gave Chris the special talent to see the beauty through his eyes and create beautiful landscapes, pleasing to everyone.
Chris leaves behind to cherish his memory parents, Marion and Glenda Cobbler of Stuart; sister and brother-in-law, Tonya and Gary
Johnson of Clayton, N.C. and his special K-9 companion, "Sophie." He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends locally and in Georgia. The visitation will be Friday evening, March 9, 2012, starting at 5 p.m. with the service starting at 7 p.m. at Norris Funeral Services Stuart Chapel. The burial will be Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Peters Creek Baptist Church in Lawsonville, N.C., starting at 10 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Peters Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, C/O Clarence Hall, 4358 Salem Hwy., Stuart, VA 24171 or to Cobb County Humane Society, 148 Fairground Street, Marietta, GA 30060.
Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Stuart, VA is serving the Cobbler family.
