1. U.S., Index to Public Records, 1994-2019; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Bobby Gene Jones [Bobby Jean Jones]
Birth Date: Sep 1943
Residence Date: 1983-2020
Address: Po Box 166
Residence: Avondale, West Virginia, USA
Postal Code: 24811
Second Residence Date: 2015-2020
Second Address: 44 Stagecoach Ln
Second Residence: Avondale, West Virginia, USA
Second Postal Code: 24811
Third Residence Date: 2015-2020
Third Address: 44 Stagecoach Rd
Third Residence: Avondale, West Virginia, USA
Third Postal Code: 24811
Fourth Residence Date: 2010
Fourth Address: Lick Branch Holo
Fourth Residence: Iaeger, West Virginia, USA
Fourth Postal Code: 24844"
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
'Bobby Gene Jones, 78, of Ritter near Avondale, WV, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at the Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV."Bobby was born September 3, 1943, in Avondale, WV, a son of the late Crockett and Ora Blankenship Jones. He was a retired coal miner and truck driver; an avid gardener, and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He also enjoyed being the longtime caretaker of the Mullins Cemetery on Crane Ridge that he passionately loved.
"In addition to his parents Bobby was preceded in death by four sisters, Josie Roberts, Goldie Pendleton, Carolyn Jones and Edna Schumbeck; three brothers, Alex, Joe and Kenny Jones; his first wife, Jean Jones and his beloved pet, his little dog, Precious.
"Survivors include his wife, Linda Roberts Jones of the home; two daughters, Christy Wade and husband Jason of Statesville, NC, and Bobbie Warrix and husband Randall also of Statesville, NC; two step sons, Ray Kelly of Avondale, WV, and Benji Kelly of Tennessee; two brothers, Troy Jones and wife Effie of Springfield, OH and Lee Jones of Greenbrier County, WV; one sister, Catherine Brakeall of Rockhill, SC; five grandchildren, Chelsey Rose and husband Tyler, Amber Coleman, Sarah, Sydney, and Carson Warrix; one great grandchild, Rylee Rose; six step grandchildren, Whitely, Bradley, Mendy, Anthony, Andrew and James; a special nephew, Wayne Jones and wife Mandy of Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews.
"A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 4 o’clock, with Reverend Danny Bowles officiating at the Independent Church of God in Avondale, WV.
"Friends visit with the family Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 12 noon until the time of services at the Independent Church of God in Avondale, WV. Inurnment will follow at the Mullins Cemetery on Ritter Mountain near Avondale, WV.
"In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his honor to the Care of Mullins Cemetery, Pioneer Community Bank, PO Box 368, Iaeger, WV 24844.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, WV, is assisting the family.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com "
1. U.S., Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 1; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Jean Jones
Birth Date: 24 Jun 1946
Residence Date: 1993
Phone Number: 9383238
Address: PO Box 166
Residence: Avondale, WV
Postal Code: 24811-0166
Second Phone Number: 938-3238 "
1. McDowell Co, WV Marriage Records; Vol #__(1957); Page 490; WV Archives Website.
Herman Hancock; age 53; born in Lynchburg, VA; single; Colored; living at Kyle, WV; married on
12 Jul 1957 at Northfork, WV; Robelia Walker; age 35; born and living in Northfork, WV; widow;
Colored.
1. Cook County, Illinois, U.S., Birth Certificates Index, 1871-1922; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Robelig Simmons
Birth Date: 11 Mar 1922
Birth Place: Chicago, Cook, Illinois
Gender: Female
Father:Wm A Simmons
Mother: Jeanette Simmons
FHL Film Number: 1379104"
2. McDowell Co, WV Marriage Records; Vol #__(1957); Page 490; WV Archives Website.
Herman Hancock; age 53; born in Lynchburg, VA; single; Colored; living at Kyle, WV; married on
12 Jul 1957 at Northfork, WV; Robelia Walker; age 35; born and living in Northfork, WV; widow;
Colored.
3. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Robelia Simmons [Robelia Walker]
Gender: Female
Race: Black
Birth Date: 11 Mar 1922
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois
Death Date: 26 May 2000
Father: Andrew Simmons
Mother: Jeanette Williams
SSN: 345184508
Notes: Apr 1941: Name listed as ROBELIA SIMMONS;
Oct 1960: Name listed as ROBELIA WALKER"
1. "Helen Louise Marchant & Elza Russell Ford"; Posted 18 Jun 2010 by LindaFord59; Ancestry.com
Website.
"Elza Russell Ford was born August 26, 1916 in Shaweetown, Gallatin County, Illinois to Elza Blair Ford and Frieda Faye Knight. He was the second born of 6 children: Christine Marie, Elza Russell, Hazel Ford (who died in infancy), Paula Sue, Lois Ethel (who died in infancy), and Patricia Ann. They lived approximately 6 miles outside of Paris. Russell graduated in 1936 from Paris High School."Helen Louise Marchant's parents moved to Illinois and bought 52 acres of farmland and her father became a farmer. Helen graduated from Oakland High School in 1941.
"Helen had a girlfriend, Mary Ann, who was dating Russell. She would come over to Helen's house and let her read the letters she got from him which Helen thought were very boring! One night at a dance Russ asked her to dance and well....Russell and Helen were married on December 25, 1941 at the Methodist Church in Paris, Illinois while he was home on leave. Helen then accompanied Russell to Grand Island, Nebraska where they stayed until he was shipped overseas. They were blessed with 2 daughters: Linda Lou and Gloria Jean.
"In the early 40's Russell served our country during World War II in the Air Force. He was stationed in Grand Island, Nebraska until he was sent to Trinidad.
"Russell was a carpenter and belonged to Local 1815 in Santa Ana, California for 35 years. He also belonged to the Paris Masonic Lodge #268 and Paris American Legion Post 211. Helen worked at U. O. Colson Advertising Company in Paris for 15 years as an Order Editor. When they moved to California in 1963, she went to work for Global Van Lines, handling the records for all Military Personnel moves, retiring in 1971.
"Helen and Russ both belonged to the Crystal Cathedral Church in Garden Grove, California. Helen enjoys reading and puzzles and they both enjoyed square dancing.
"Russell died February 15, 1989 in Fountain Valley, Orange County, California from Pancreatic Cancer. He is buried in the Edgar County Cemetary, Paris, Illinois."
2. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Elza Russell Ford [Elza R Ford]
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 26 Aug 1916
Birth Place: Shawneetown, Illinois
Death Date: 15 Feb 1989
Father:
Elza B Ford
Mother:
Freda F Knight
SSN: 332124924
Notes: Oct 1938: Name listed as ELZA RUSSELL FORD;
01 Mar 1989: Name listed as ELZA R FORD"
3. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Darrelll; 26 Feb 2021.
" Elza Russell Ford
Birth 26 Aug 1916
Death 15 Feb 1989 (aged 72)
Burial
Edgar Cemetery
Paris, Edgar County, Illinois, USA Show Map
Memorial ID 223566952"
1. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Darrelll; 26 Feb 2021.
" Helen Louise Ford
Birth 17 May 1923
Death 28 Sep 2019 (aged 96)
Burial
Edgar Cemetery
Paris, Edgar County, Illinois, USA Show Map
Memorial ID 223566955"
1. Gregory-Poole Funeral Home; Northfork, WV; Posted Obit.
"On Wednesday, February 9, 2022 Mrs. Valarie Regina Easley age 71, a long time resident of Northfork, WV gained her wings as she peacefully departed this life at the Cabell-Huntington Hospital in Huntington, WV. She was born in Welch, WV on November 7, 1950 and the daughter of the late Bill and Virginia (Scruggs) Mitchell. She was educated in the McDowell County Public School System. She was a homemaker and loved caring for her family. It was her joy to cook and do laundry. She enjoyed shopping and watching television especially the reality shows. Valarie will be remembered for her pleasant spirit, meeting others always with a smile as she never met a stranger. She had a willingness to help anyone in anyway, it didn't matter how large or small. Valarie's "catch phrase," was "What You Mean"? In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Priscilla Easley, one brother, LeRoy James Scruggs and her long time companion, Tommy Bigelow. Mrs. Valarie Regina Easley leaves life long, cherished memories to her children: Eugene T. Easley Jr. of Bluefield, WV, Denise R. Easley of Kimball, WV and Casaunder M. (James) Jackson of Cleveland, OH; a stepdaughter, Pam Bigelow of Bluefield, WV; her brothers, Jody (Celeste) Mitchell of Bluefield, WV and Jamie Mitchell of Concord, NC; her sisters: Arnetta Mitchell of Keystone, WV, Carolyn Mitchell of Bluefield, WV, the Fathers of her children, Eugene Easley Sr. and Lysander Elliott; her grandchildren: Destiny, Keisha, De'Shawn, De'Andre, Darion, Jayme & Jahmia; great-grandchildren: Skylan and Kane Easley. Her extended family, Chayce and Brycen Argo of Coalwood. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Midway Shiloh Temple in Keystone, WV, Pastor John Hale presiding, Evangelist Patricia Valentine eulogist and Pastor Earl Thompson assisting. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memorial Gardens 6605 New Hope Road in Bluewell, WV. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Family & friends will serve as both pallbearers and flower bearers. Services entrusted to Gregory-Page Funeral Home in Welch, WV, (to leave online condolences: gregory-pagefh.com.) Please be advised both COVID protocol and the wearing of masks will be followed."
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 158; WV Archives Website.
Guy A. Bailey; age 30; born and living in Davy, WV; single; married on 10 Jul 1947 at Welch, WV;
Virgie Shrader; age 20; born in Marytown, WV; single; living in Davy, WV; with consent of Cleve
Shrader, father of Virgie Shrader.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 158; WV Archives Website.
Guy A. Bailey; age 30; born and living in Davy, WV; single; married on 10 Jul 1947 at Welch, WV;
Virgie Shrader; age 20; born in Marytown, WV; single; living in Davy, WV; with consent of Cleve
Shrader, father of Virgie Shrader.