1. 1910 Census, Mercer Co, WV; Rock District; Goodwill; taken 22 Apr 1910; Page 95A; Image 7 of 32;
Family #55/55.
Listed as Henry O. Hall; age 37; born in VA; married twice; last time for 4 yrs; coal mine foreman;
head of household.
2. 1920 Census, Russell Co, VA; New Garden District; taken 20 / 21 Jan 1920; Page 271A; Image 23 of
41; Family #198/198.
Listed as Henry O. Hall; age 48; born in VA; married; coal mine foreman; head of household.
1. 1910 Census, Mercer Co, WV; Rock District; Goodwill; taken 22 Apr 1910; Page 95A; Image 7 of 32;
Family #55/55.
Listed as Bert Hall; age 10; born in WV; in household of father, Henry O. Hall.
2. 1920 Census, Russell Co, VA; New Garden District; taken 20 / 21 Jan 1920; Page 271A; Image 23 of
41; Family #198/198.
Listed as Bert Hall; age 20; born in WV; single; coal miner; in household of father, Henry O. Hall.
1. 1910 Census, Mercer Co, WV; Rock District; Goodwill; taken 22 Apr 1910; Page 95A; Image 7 of 32;
Family #55/55.
Listed as Irene Hall; age 8; born in WV; in household of father, Henry O. Hall.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; By Geneva Steel, Tom
Hatcher and Sandra Long; "Pedro "Pete" Gaminde"; Article; Page 148; submitted by Felisa G.
Blankenship, daughter, Glasgow, VA 24555.
1. U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: George Dewey Braxton
Race: Black
Birth Date: 29 Jan 1899
Residence Date: 1917-1918
Street Address: Elk Creek
Residence Place: Grayson County, Virginia, USA
Physical Build: Medium
Height: Medium
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Relative: John Braxton"
2. U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: George Dewey Braxton
Race: Black
Age: 43
Relationship to Draftee: Self (Head)
Birth Date: 28 Jan 1899
Birth Place: Elk Creek, Virginia, USA
Residence Place: Landgraff, McDowell, West Virginia, USA
Registration Date: 16 Feb 1942
Registration Place: Landgraff, Mcdowell, West Virginia, USA
Employer: Vera Pocahontas Coal Company
Height: 5 4
Weight: 135
Complexion: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Next of Kin: (Name of person who will always know address) Leona Smith
Household Members Age Relationship
George Dewey Braxton 43 Self (Head)"
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 383; WV Archives Website.
George Dewey Braxton; age 62; born in Grayson Co, VA; single; Colored; living at Box 924, Keystone,
WV; married on 19 Nov 1961 in Landgraff, WV; Leona Hall Smith; age 57; born in Chatman, VA;
divorced; Colored; living at Keystone, WV.
4. West Virginia, U.S., Deaths Index, 1853-1973; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: George Braxton
Birth Date: 1 Jan 1899 (sic, 28 Jan 1899)
Birth Place: Elk Creek, Grayson County, Virginia
Death Date: 18 Feb 1964
Death Place: Landgraff, McDowell, West Virginia
Burial Date: 22 Feb 1964
Burial Place: Elk Creek, Virginia
Cemetery Name: Johnson Cem.
Death Age: 65
Occupation: Miner
Race: Black
Marital status: Married
Gender: Male
Residence: Keystone, McDowell, West Virginia
Father Name: John Braxton
Mother Name: Minnie Lee Johnson
Comments: SSN 236-10-9290
FHL Film Number: 800215"
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 383; WV Archives Website.
George Dewey Braxton; age 62; born in Grayson Co, VA; single; Colored; living at Box 924, Keystone,
WV; married on 19 Nov 1961 in Landgraff, WV; Leona Hall Smith; age 57; born in Chatman, VA;
divorced; Colored; living at Keystone, WV.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "Joseph and Elizabeth Belcoe
(Varga) Wargo, Miner"; Article; Page 260; submitted by John Wargo, War, WV 24892.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1956); Page 166; WV Archives Website.
Franklin Steven Wargo; age 22; born and living in Filbert, WV; single; married on 3 Nov 1956 at
Gary, WV; Anita Roberts; age 19; born and living in Iaeger, WV; single; with consent of Mary E.
Roberts, mother of Anita Roberts, father deceased.
3. FindAGrave.com Website; submitted by Eric in Memphis; 17 Aug 2019.
" Franklin Steven “Frank” Wargo
Birth 8 May 1934
Filbert, McDowell County, West Virginia, USA
Death 15 Aug 2019 (aged 85)
Brevard County, Florida, USA
Burial
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
Mims, Brevard County, Florida, USA
Plot SECTION 5 SITE 667
Memorial ID 202218980"Additional Information Posted:
"Franklin S. Wargo, 85, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Frank was welcomed home to heaven by his Lord on August 15, 2019, surrounded by his family. His presence will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and everyone who knew him. He was a devoted husband to Anita F. Roberts Wargo for 62 years. They raised together two daughters; Barbara L. Wargo Walker and Karen E. Wargo. He was an extremely proud grandfather to Steven E. Walker and favorite granddaughter-in-law Stacy M. DeMoss Walker and son-in-law, Cecil Walker, Jr."Frank was born on May 8, in Filbert, W. Va; to the late Joseph and Elizabeth Wargo. He told endless stories of growing up on the farm with his 12 siblings.
"He is survived by his two sisters; Margaret Wargo Wasilewski and Julia Wargo Blevins. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
"Frank was predeceased by his siblings; Elizabeth Wargo Cassett, Helen Wargo Giles, Mary Wargo Williams, Joseph Wargo, Jr., George Wargo, Sue Wargo Terry, John Wargo, Anne Wargo Riffe, Michael Wargo and infant Mary Wargo.
"Frank was a member of the Divine Mercy Catholic Church.
"After he retired from the Air Force, 22 years of service as a Tech Sergeant, he became a business owner; Frank’s Mobile Home and RV Repair. Frank was a master of all trades; he could fix anything.
"A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 from 10-10:30am at the Life Event Center at Florida Memorial with a service to follow at 10:30am. The service will be followed by lunch at his daughter’s home and then a graveside service with military honors at 2:30pm at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims, FL."
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "Joseph and Elizabeth Belcoe
(Varga) Wargo, Miner"; Article; Page 260; submitted by John Wargo, War, WV 24892.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1956); Page 166; WV Archives Website.
Franklin Steven Wargo; age 22; born and living in Filbert, WV; single; married on 3 Nov 1956 at
Gary, WV; Anita Roberts; age 19; born and living in Iaeger, WV; single; with consent of Mary E.
Roberts, mother of Anita Roberts, father deceased.
1. Williamsburg, VA; Marriage License #73-050199; Ancestry.com Website.
Guy Eugene Irvine; age 56; born 25 Jun 1917 in OH; this is his 2nd marriage; he previously married
Miss Lough on 17 Sep 1971 in Mexico; 5+ yrs of college education; living at Box 264 Doctors
Hospital, Welch, WV; son of Guy Howard and Mabel E. (Norman) Irvin; married on 29 Nov 1973 in
James City, VA; Eva Lough; age 43; born 15 Apr 1930 in TN; this is her 2nd marriage; she previously
married Mr Irvin on 17 Sep 1971 in Mexico; 4 yrs college education; living at Box 264, Doctors
Hospital, Welch, WV; daughter of Hubert and Tilda (Benton) Ward.
1. Williamsburg, VA; Marriage License #73-050199; Ancestry.com Website.
Guy Eugene Irvine; age 56; born 25 Jun 1917 in OH; this is his 2nd marriage; he previously married
Miss Lough on 17 Sep 1971 in Mexico; 5+ yrs of college education; living at Box 264 Doctors
Hospital, Welch, WV; son of Guy Howard and Mabel E. (Norman) Irvin; married on 29 Nov 1973 in
James City, VA; Eva Lough; age 43; born 15 Apr 1930 in TN; this is her 2nd marriage; she previously
married Mr Irvin on 17 Sep 1971 in Mexico; 4 yrs college education; living at Box 264, Doctors
Hospital, Welch, WV; daughter of Hubert and Tilda (Benton) Ward.
2. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"It is with great sadness that the family of Eva Irvin of Tazewell, VA, announce her passing. She celebrated her 90th birthday in April and passed away peacefully on August 18th at Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital. The family wasn’t able to be with her due to COVID restrictions, but she was blessed with great care from the staff."Eva was deservedly proud of her Bachelor of Science in Education degree that she received from Bluefield State College. She drove long hours for ten years to both BSC and Concord University while raising and taking care of her family. After graduating Eva worked for the McDowell County School Board from October 1964 to December 1972. After retiring she substituted in Tazewell County because she loved working with kids.
"The Emmanuel Baptist Church in War, and all its members, was near and dear to her heart. She attended and volunteered with all activities that she could and will be greatly missed.
Eva Irvin (April 15, 1930-August 18, 2020) was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Tilda Ward; brothers, Frank Ward and Roy Ward; and sisters, Patty Payne and Odella Hicks, all of Warriormine, WV. She was married to the late Robert Lough, and after his death, she married the late Dr. Gene Irvin."Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her arrival with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, are her children, Robert (Bob) Lough and wife, Patsy, of Gibsonville, NC; Dorothy Oxford and husband, Spencer, of War; and Larry and the late Sarita Lough of Tazewell, VA; her grandchildren, David Oxford, Bobby Lough, Paula Sparks, Chad Lough, Jennifer Flippin, Leslie Payne and Brent Lough; great grandchildren, Shane Flippin, Courtney Schilling, Hunter Sparks, Drew Flippin, Jenna Flippin, Tristan Lough, Savannah Lough, Kaitlyn Oxford, Laken Sparks, and Davis Lough. Eva was also blessed to have one great, great grandchild, Camden Lough. Also left to remember Eva are her sisters, Shirley Scott of Warriormine, and Ruth Baker and husband, Eddie of Knoxville, TN. She had a host of nieces, nephews, and friends who will also miss her quick wit and sense of humor.
"Graveside service for family will be held at Grandview Memory Gardens in Bluefield, VA on Thursday, August 20 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Spencer Oxford, son-in-law officiating.
"The family will hold a memorial service to honor her memory at a later date.
"In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to Emmanuel Baptist Church in War, WV, 24892.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com."
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 124; WV Archives Website;
Hubert Brown; age 22; born and living at leckie, WV; single; Colored; married on 12 Aug 1945 at
Anawalt, WV; Wanda Lee Grant Marshall; age 17; born in Coalwood, WV; single; Colored; living at
Anawalt, WV; with consent of Susie Marshall, mother of Wanda Lee Grant Marshall.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1945); Page 124; WV Archives Website;
Hubert Brown; age 22; born and living at leckie, WV; single; Colored; married on 12 Aug 1945 at
Anawalt, WV; Wanda Lee Grant Marshall; age 17; born in Coalwood, WV; single; Colored; living at
Anawalt, WV; with consent of Susie Marshall, mother of Wanda Lee Grant Marshall.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "The Benjamin Harrison (Harris)
Spry Family"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Bobbie Jean Spry Thompson, 34 Canterbury Rd,
Charlottesville, VA 22903.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1958); WV Archives Website.
Javey Baldwin Spry; age 27; born in Verdunville, WV; single; living at War, WV; married on 5 Jul 1958
in English, WV; Bettry Joyce Payne; age 24; born and living in English, WV; single.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "The Benjamin Harrison (Harris)
Spry Family"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Bobbie Jean Spry Thompson, 34 Canterbury Rd,
Charlottesville, VA 22903.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1958); WV Archives Website.
Javey Baldwin Spry; age 27; born in Verdunville, WV; single; living at War, WV; married on 5 Jul 1958
in English, WV; Bettry Joyce Payne; age 24; born and living in English, WV; single.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "The Benjamin Harrison (Harris)
Spry Family"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Bobbie Jean Spry Thompson, 34 Canterbury Rd,
Charlottesville, VA 22903.
1. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1995"; 1995; Edited by Dr, Thomas C.
Hatcher; Geneva Steele; Sandra Long and Christine Carr McGuire; "The Benjamin Harrison (Harris)
Spry Family"; Article; Page 242; submitted by Bobbie Jean Spry Thompson, 34 Canterbury Rd,
Charlottesville, VA 22903.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1967); Page 477; WV Archives Website.
Danny Ray Deskins; age 19; born 7 Aug 1948 in Iaeger, WV; single; living at Box 692, Coalwood, WV;
son of Homer Smith and Frabces (Garner) Deskins; married on 25 Nov 1967 in Iaeger, WV;
Jacqueline Sue DeLong; age 18; born 6 May 1949 in Welch, WV; single; living at Box 35, Avondale,
WV; daughter of Walker and Marie (Muncy) Delong.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1967); Page 477; WV Archives Website.
Danny Ray Deskins; age 19; born 7 Aug 1948 in Iaeger, WV; single; living at Box 692, Coalwood, WV;
son of Homer Smith and Frabces (Garner) Deskins; married on 25 Nov 1967 in Iaeger, WV;
Jacqueline Sue DeLong; age 18; born 6 May 1949 in Welch, WV; single; living at Box 35, Avondale,
WV; daughter of Walker and Marie (Muncy) Delong.
1. US Public Records Index, Vol 1; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Joseph L. Osborne; born on ______; living at PO Box 58, Cyclone, WV 24827 in 1993.
2. "The Independent Herald"; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit; 12 May 2022; On-Line Edition.
"Joe Osborne, 65, of Cyclone, WV, passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at his home. He was born on January 26, 1957 in Buffalo Creek, WV a son of the late Delbert and Alfie Osborne. Joe enjoyed the outdoors coon hunting, fighting chickens, hunting molly moochers, and digging ramps."In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by an infant daughter Jessica Dawn Osborne, four sisters Fannie Bradley, Juanita Osborne, Pauline Osborne and Darlene Bradley, a sister-in-law Connie Osborne, and a lifelong friend and hunting buddy Junior Workman.
"Those left to cherish his memories are Sarina Harrison and husband Rodney and Heidi Lawrence and husband Jacky all of Cyclone, two minor daughters, a son Joe Osborne, Jr. of Grundy, VA, two brothers Tommy Osborne and wife Judy and Howard Osborne all of Cyclone, fourteen grandchildren, one great grandchild, and a host of other loving family and friends.
"A celebration of his life will be held from 2-5 pm on Saturday, May 14th at the Bright Prospect Missionary Baptist Church, Cyclone, WV.
"The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home."