1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1946); Page 22; WV Archives Web Site.
Daniel Bledsoe, Jr; age 21; born at Princeton, WV; single; living at Jesse, WV; son of Daniel and
Bertha (McArthur) Bledsoe; married on 11 Jun 1946 at Oceana, WV; Zada Spence; age 19; born and
living at Jesse, WV; single; daughter of John and Maggie (Adams) Spence.
1. 1930 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Oceana District, taken on 22 Apr 1930, Page 200A, Family #247.
Listed as Zida Spence, age 8, born in WV, in household of step-grandfather, George W. Milam
with parents.
2. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1946); Page 22; WV Archives Web Site.
Daniel Bledsoe, Jr; age 21; born at Princeton, WV; single; living at Jesse, WV; son of Daniel and
Bertha (McArthur) Bledsoe; married on 11 Jun 1946 at Oceana, WV; Zada Spence; age 19; born and
living at Jesse, WV; single; daughter of John and Maggie (Adams) Spence.
3. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1968); Page 378; WV Archives Web Site.
Chesley Angle; age 29; born on 21 Oct 1937 at Covel, WV; divorced; living at Baileysville, WV; son of
Hugh D. and Mary (Church) Angle; married on 3 Feb 1968 at Baileysville, Wyoming Co, WV; Zada
Marie Bledsoe; age 40; born on 10 Mar 1927 (sic, 1922) at Jesse, WV; widow; living in Wyoming Co,
WV; daughter of John and Margaret (Adams) Spence.
4. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Palm Memorial gardens, Matheny, Wyoming Co, WV; submitted by
Patty Greene; 26 Jun 2008.
Zada Marie Spence Bledsoe Angle; born 10 Mar 1922; died 30 Jun 1991; buried here.
"Daughter of John Spence (Deceased) & Margaret "Maggie" Adams-Spence (Deceased)."Married to Ralph "Daniel" Bledsoe, Jr. (1925-1962) on June 22, 1946 in Oceana, Wyoming County, WV (per WV Marriage License Register, Wyoming County, WV, 1946, Page 22, Application Date: June 17, 1946).
"Mother of Jerry Bledsoe, Gary Bledsoe, and Ralph Martin "Marti" Bledsoe (1962-2009).
"Married to Chesley "Ted" Angle (1937-1999) on January 29, 1968 in Baileysville, Wyoming County, WV (per WV Marriage License Register, Wyoming County, 1968, Page 373, Application Date: May 2, 1967).
"Mother of Tony Angle.
"Family links:
Spouses:
Chesley A. Angle (1937 - 1999)
Ralph Daniel Bledsoe (1925 - 1962)*
"Children:
Ralph Martin Bledsoe (1962 - 2009)..."
1. Stafford Funeral Home, Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"Ralph Martin Bledsoe, 47 of Fayette County, WV, formerly of Pineville, WV, passed away on Tuesday
December 1, 2009 at Thomas Memorial Hospital, Charleston, WV. He was born September 18, 1962 in
Pineville, WV, a son of the late Ralph Daniel Bledsoe and Zada Marie Spence Bledsoe Angle. He was a
carpenter and graduate of Pineville High School. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. Memorial services will be held at a later date, followed by burial beside his father in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny.."
1. Giles Co, WV; Marriage License #87-010005; Ancestry.com Web Site.
David Ray Stewart; age 37; born 29 Mar 1949 in WV; divorced; this is his 2nd marriage; first marriage
ended 16 May 1986; 11 grade education; living at Box 7, Matheny, WV; married 28 Mar 1987 in
Pearisburg, VA; Virginia Marie Burchette, maiden name, Collins; age 35; born 25 Jan 1952 in WV;
divorced; this is her 3rd marriage; last marriage ended 3 Jan 1986; 12th grade education; living at
Box 223, Matheny, WV; daughter of Ledford Marreece and Alpha Louise (Hall) Collins.
1. Giles Co, WV; Marriage License #87-010005; Ancestry.com Web Site.
David Ray Stewart; age 37; born 29 Mar 1949 in WV; divorced; this is his 2nd marriage; first marriage
ended 16 May 1986; 11 grade education; living at Box 7, Matheny, WV; married 28 Mar 1987 in
Pearisburg, VA; Virginia Marie Burchette, maiden name, Collins; age 35; born 25 Jan 1952 in WV;
divorced; this is her 3rd marriage; last marriage ended 3 Jan 1986; 12th grade education; living at
Box 223, Matheny, WV; daughter of Ledford Marreece and Alpha Louise (Hall) Collins.
1. "Wood & Maul Family Tree"; posted by davesytta62; Ancestry.com Website.
"Patrick Henry (Pat) Estes
1931–2008
Birth 26 APRIL 1931 • Bud, Wyoming, West Virginia
Death 29 NOVEMBER 2008 • Beckley, Raleigh, West Virginia"
2. U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Patrick Henry Estes Sr.
Gender: Male
Death Age: 77
Birth Date: 26 Apr 1931
Birth Place: Bud, W. VA.
Residence Place: Raleigh County, Beckley
Death Date: 29 Nov 2008
Death Place: Beckley
Burial Date: 3 Dec 2008
Burial Place: Bud, W. VA. .
Obituary Date: 1 Dec 2008
Obituary Place: Beckley, Raleigh, West Virginia, USA
Parents: Harry Estes; Effie Lester Estes
Spouse:
Mary Kathryn Estes
Child:
Patrick G. Estes
Trisha Cummings
Barbara Jo Workman
Patrick Henry Estes
Siblings:
Jessie Shrewsbury
Robert Estes"
3. U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Patrick Estes
Gender: Male
Birth Date: 26 Apr 1931
Death Date: 29 Nov 2008
Branch 1: ARMY
Enlistment Date 1: 22 Apr 1949
Release Date 1: 4 Aug 1953"
Margaret Josephine "Jo" Rutherford
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Margaret Josephine "Jo" Rutherford Estes went home to be with her Lord on Saturday November 14, 2020 following a long illness."Born July 2, 1934 in Athens she was the daughter of the late William and Merlie Stewart Rutherford.
"Jo was a member for almost 50 years of the Cook Memorial Baptist Church where she served as the secretary of the ABW for over 30 years. Prior years she attended Rockcastle Baptist Church. She was a long time Post Master at Rockview where she served the people of Rockview for over 51 years. Jo was devoted to her family and loved any time spent with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
"In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by Three brothers: James, Bill, and Harry Rutherford. Three sisters Virginia Phillips, Aileen Jackson, and Juanita Jackson.
"She will be greatly missed by her Two children Barbara Jo Workman, and Patrick Estes, Two grandchildren, Six great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and countless friends. "
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Patrick "Pat" Gene Estes 62, of Rockview passed away Thursday January 28, 2021 at his home."Born October 2, 1958 in Pineville he was the son of the late Patrick and Josephine "Jo" Rutherford Estes.
"Pat was of the Baptist faith. He was a 1977 graduate of Pineville High School. He enjoyed decorating his house for Holidays, discussing local history, and spending time with his family.
"In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
"Those left to cherish his memory include his sister Barbara Workman, His niece and nephew. Countless extended family and many friends."
1. The Register Herald"; Beckley, WV; Thursday; 13 Dec 2007; Newspaper Obit.
"MATHENY — Bill W. Cook, 63, of Matheny, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2007, at his residence."Born July 30, 1944, at Matheny, he was the son of the late Ira W. Cook and Etta J. Cook.
"In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Denver J. Lusk; and sister-in-law, Brenda Lusk Lafferty.
"He was a disabled member of the UMWA. He loved to hunt, fish and NASCAR.
"Bill leaves behind his loving wife of 27 years, Debbie; mother-in-law, Annis Cook; and brother-in-law, Little Michael J. Lusk.
"Those left to remember him are four brothers, Ira Cook Jr., Clyde Cook and Glen Cook, all of Matheny, and Claude Cook of Fairdale; and sisters, Elda Smith of Matheny and Andrea Halsey of South Carolina. A special niece, Tara Cook; a special nephew, Michael Paul Lafferty, both of Oceana; and his little dogs, Mindy I and Mindy II also survive him.
"Also, special friends and neighbors, Hearld Slack, Kenneth Sizemore, Charlie Hill and Roscoe Runyon, and a host of nephews and nieces survive him.
"There will be no visitation.
"Service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at Palm Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Matheny, with the Rev. Clyde Patrick officiating. Burial will follow in Palm Memorial Gardens..."
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Services; Oceana, WV; Posted Obit.
"Deborah Lea Cook, 69, passed away at her home Saturday, January 6, 2024."Born August 9, 1954, in Matheny, WV, she was the daughter of the late Denver Lusk and Annis Cook.
"In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Bill Cook, her sister Brenda Lafferty and brother Michael James Lusk.
"She is survived by her dad, Glen Cook; niece, Tara Cook; nephew, Michael Paul Lafferty; aunt and uncle, Leonard and Teresa Stewart; three brothers-in-law, Ira, Clyde and Claude Cook; and a host of extended family members and friends"
1. Giles Co, WV; Marriage License #9361; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Denver James Lusk; age 23; born in Wyoming Co, WV; single; miner; living at Herndon, WV; son of
Ben H. and Martha Jane (Gray, sic, Graham) Lusk; marrie 20 Apr 1954 in Pearisburg, VA; Annis Lee
Stewart; age18; born in Wyoming Co, WV; single; living at Herndon, WV; daughter of Paris and Mable
(Walker) Stewart.
1. Giles Co, WV; Marriage License #9361; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Denver James Lusk; age 23; born in Wyoming Co, WV; single; miner; living at Herndon, WV; son of
Ben H. and Martha Jane (Gray, sic, Graham) Lusk; marrie 20 Apr 1954 in Pearisburg, VA; Annis Lee
Stewart; age18; born in Wyoming Co, WV; single; living at Herndon, WV; daughter of Paris and Mable
(Walker) Stewart.
2. Giles Co, WV; Marriage License #77 005168; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Glen Madison Cook; age 23; born 20 Dec 1953 in WV; single; this is his 1st marriage; 4 yrs HS
education; living at Box 142, Matheny, WV; son od Ira Winfred and Eeta Jane (Shumate) Cook;
married 28 Feb 1977 in Pearisburg, Giles Co, VA; Annis Lee Lusk; maiden name, Stewart; age 38;
born 11 Apr 1938 in WV; widow; this is her 2nd marriage; 9th grade education; living at Generel
Delivery, Matheny, WV; daughter of Ira Paris and Mabel (Walker) Stewart.
3. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Annis Lea Stewart Cook, 85, of Alderson, formerly of Matheny, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at CAMC. Born April 11, 1938 in Matheny, she was the daughter of the late Paris and Mabel Walker Stewart."Annis was the founder of Ann’s Chapel in Matheny. She enjoyed taking care of her home and her family. Annis loved attending church when she was able.
"In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Denver Lusk; daughter, Brenda Lafferty; son Michael “Little Michael” Lusk and several brothers and sisters.
"Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Glen; daughter, Debra Cook; grandchildren, Tara Cook and Michael Paul Lafferty; great- grandson, John Cook; brother, Leonard Stewart and his wife, Teresa; her very special caregivers, Kim Maddy and James Kish and her beloved dog, Candy Leann."