1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1933); Page 288; WV Archives Web Site.
Doc Scott; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; timberman; living in Welch, WV; son of Will and
Amenda; married on 22 Jul 1933 in Welch, WV; Glenna Mae Farley; age 18; born in McDowell Co,
WV; single; living in Welch, WV; daughter of D.V. and Nora.
1. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Hemphill; taken on 3 Jan 1920; Page 262B;
Family #47/46.
Listed as Glenna Farley; age 2; born in WV; in household of father, Everett V. Farley.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1933); Page 288; WV Archives Web Site.
Doc Scott; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; timberman; living in Welch, WV; son of Will and
Amenda; married on 22 Jul 1933 in Welch, WV; Glenna Mae Farley; age 18; born in McDowell Co,
WV; single; living in Welch, WV; daughter of D.V. and Nora.
1. Ross-Bluford Funeral Home; Clinton, MD; Posted Obit.
"John Levi Davidson III, the eldest son of the late John L. and Lousinda Davidson was born on March 9, 1952 in Welch, West Virginia. He was one of six children blessed from this union. His early childhood years were nurtured in Anawalt, West Virginia. His spiritual walk began at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Anawalt. This grounding strengthened his character and prepared him for life, John fought a gallant fight and transitioned peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2020. John faced his challenges with grace and dignity and never complained. His spiritual convictions and faithful until the end."John recieved his elementary and secondary education from McDowell County Schools. He excelled in academics and played football and ran track (especially the 440 Relay). In 1970, John graduated from Gary High School and entered West Virginia State University (WVSU) where he received an associate degree in Law Enforcement and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice. While there he played football as an outside linebacker.
"John served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army Reserves and a Corrections Officer with the DC Department of Corrections in Lorton, Virginia. John’s destiny was yet to be fulfilled. He was obedient to God and had no idea that his career would lay the groundwork for a life of service and induction into the Heavenly Hall of Fame.
"In 1987, John met the love his life, Vivette L. Alexander. John and Vivette Davidson were married in 1992. John and “Vet” (as he called her) raised and nurtured many spiritual children. The Davidsons were passionate about sports (especially football) and enjoyed watching basketball and other sports together, especially on the weekends.
"During his career with the U.S. Board of Parole, the Lord planted a seed of ministry in his heart. He stepped out on faith and went into private practice specializing in domestic violence, anger management and substance abuse treatment. This seed grew to become ProjectCan, a Christian-based organization that promoted awareness of domestic violence. John was determined to make ProjectCan a success. He studied all aspects of domestic violence, enrolled in accredited programs to validate his knowledge, and was certified as a domestic violence expert. He understood anger and its effect on community was determined to do something about it.
"John was devoted spiritually to ProjectCan. His program gave people hope and he proved that Christian values can be utilized within the criminal justice system to restore wholeness. John made a difference in the lives of the men and women who entered the system as domestic violence offenders. John’s work with ProjectCan afforded him the honor of implementing a weekly anger management and domestic violence counseling group at the Prince George’s County Correctional Facility in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The inmates he serviced respected and admired him. John loved the challenge of changing their lives and restoring souls. John also served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Prince George’s Coalition Against Domestic Violence in Prince George’s County Maryland and was an adjunct instructor for the U.S. Homeland Security Agency.
"John devoted his life to the criminal justice profession and in 2000, after 39 years, he retired from federal law enforcement service as a Special Agent for the Department of Justice and the U.S. Board of Parole (Court Services and Offender’s Supervision Agency) in Washington, D.C.
John was affectionately known as “John D” to his friends, “Uncle John” to the kids and “Butch” to his family and those close to him. John was a man of character and strength. He had a smile that brightened his pathway everywhere he went. He loved music, especially smooth jazz and oldies but goodies. He also loved spending quality time with family and friends. He was a real jokester and loved children. No child was exempt from the wrath of Uncle John appearing out of nowhere wearing the infamous “ogre” mask. John loved to eat and one of his past-times was preparing good food. His fried fish and fried turkey are well worth honorable mention. Whenever he fried fish, his famous words were “Fish Up!” During the holidays, John would take orders for fried turkeys. He would work all night and sometimes would have as many as 35 fried turkeys or more packaged and ready for pick up.
John loved his experience at WVSU and remained active and devoted to his Alma Mater. He served as the President of the West Virginia State University, National “W” Club, and the Shenandoah Valley Chapter for eight years. John enhanced his support by contributing to the construction of the Monroe Athletic complex. For his generous support to the WVSU yellowjacketnation4life, the John L. Davidson, III Football Office was dedicated in his honor where there are several athletic lockers inscribed with his name. He was also a member of the Bullpen Baseball team established to ensure the continuing legacy of Coach Calvin Bailey.
John was a member of Vash Na Ha Fraternity and remained active as an alumni member. He cherished the “Vash Na Ha Brotherhood” and the friendships he made over the years remained dear to his heart. Many of the experiences he shared remained with him for his lifetime. His friendships with these men, his “Brothers in Arms” stood by him through it all. In 2016, John L. Davidson III was voted a member of the President’s Circle at West Virginia State University as a Presidential honoree for his philanthropic recognition and induction into the “Heavenly Hall of Fame.” John was a member of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Upper Marlboro, MD where he served on the Security Ministry.
John believed in God, family, hard work, community and compassion for his fellow man. He leaves to cherish his memory: His devoted wife of 27 years, Vivette L. Davidson; son John L. Davidson, IV (Chantal); daughter Dreama; three sisters Linda Davidson, Nancy Davidson, Gail Davidson, brother Samuel Davidson, two brothers-in-law Charles (Maria), Michael, eight grandchildren (Camille, Michaela, Arianna, Levi, Josiah, Jonah, Jordan, Johannah) and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His sister Billie Jean Huff preceded him in death. John was beloved by everyone he met. He was a phenomenal husband, father, brother, friend, co-worker, mentor and a “good man who loved God, his wife, his family and life.” "
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name David Kennedy
Residence Date 01 Mar 2003-01 May 2005
Residence Place Sumter, South Carolina, United States
Address Sumter, South Carolina 29150
Possible Relatives Fidelina Kennedy
Record Number 906899822"
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"David Audie Kennedy, Sr., 74, of Manning, SC, died Thursday, April 26, 2018 in the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC."David was born March 25, 1944, in Iaeger, WV, a son of Louise Collins Butler and the late Charlie Elmo Kennedy; he was a United States Army Veteran. In addition to his father David was preceded in death by two brothers, Virgil Kennedy and Memory Hank Kennedy Sr.
"Survivors include his wife, Fidelina A. Kennedy of the home; his mother, Louise Collins Butler of Cleveland, OH; six children, David Auldie Kennedy, Jr. and wife Melanie of Cleveland, OH, Tammie Renee Kennedy of Cleveland, OH, Howard David Kennedy and Mallory of Cleveland, Samantha Marie Kennedy of Texas, John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Kelsey of Cleveland, and Homer Gonzales of South Carolina; seven grandchildren, Hailey Ann Kennedy, Howard Joseph Kennedy, David Michael Kennedy, Lilah Ann Kennedy, Lana Lynn Kennedy, Angelise Rosa Lynn Kennedy and King Kennedy; four brothers, Samuel Butler and wife Rose Ann of Cleveland, OH, James Butler also of Cleveland, Wells Kennedy and wife Mary of Panther, WV, and George Kennedy and wife Chasity of Horse Creek, WV; and three sisters, Aniece Kukal and husband Donald of Cleveland, OH, Freda Tyndall and husband MacArthur of North Carolina and Crystal Bradley of West Virginia.
"Graveside services will be conducted Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 2 o’clock at the Kennedy Cemetery in Horse Creek near Iaeger, WV. Military rites will be conducted by the VFW Post #1144 of Iaeger, WV, with burial to follow...."
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Fidelina A Gallegos
Also Known As Name Fidelina Kennedy
Residence Date 24 Jul 2006-15 Nov 2007
Residence Place Manning, South Carolina, United States
Address Manning, South Carolina 29102
2nd Address Manning, South Carolina 29102
2nd Address Date 01 Mar 1998-15 Nov 2007
Possible Relatives Cathering T Kennedy, David Auldie Kennedy, Fred L Kennedy, Lamar Kennedy, Robert E Kennedy
Record Number 573034114"
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Chad R Lawson
Residence Date 01 Jul 1998
Residence Place Iaeger, West Virginia, United States
Address Fayte
Address Continued Iaeger, West Virginia 24844..."
2. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Chad Richard Lawson
Residence Date 31 Dec 2002-10 Jan 2009
Residence Place Statesville, North Carolina, United States
Birth Date 10 Apr 1979
Address Statesville, North Carolina 28625
Address Date 31 Dec 2002-10 Jan 2009
2nd Address Troutman, North Carolina 28166
2nd Address Date 01 Jul 1999-15 Nov 2007
3rd Address Statesville, North Carolina 28625
3rd Address Date 01 Feb 1999
Possible Relatives Amanda Lawson
Record Number 341771408"
3. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
B. Walls; 2 Aug 2014.
Chad Richard Lawson; born 10 Apr 1979; died 16 Oct 2005; buried here; headstone photo shown;
"LOVING DAD, SON, AND BROTHER"; "BROOKLYNN * KYLE".
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Amanda Lawson
Residence Date 01 Jul 2005-15 Nov 2007
Residence Place Statesville, North Carolina, United States
Address Statesville, North Carolina 28625
Possible Relatives Chad Richard Lawson
Record Number 1066974614"
2. "The Heritage of McDowell County, West Virginia, 1858-1999"; 1999; Geneva Steel, Sandra Long,
and Tom Hatcher; "Homer and Macie Lester"; Article; Page 209; submitted by Barbara Hawks
Lester, Box 251, Paynesville, WV 24873.
1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 239; WV Archives Web Site.
Bob Gene Wyatt; age 23; born in VA; single; living at Lynco, WV; son of Robert H. and Bertha E, Wyatt;
married on 1 Nov 1961 at Matheny, WV; Dollie Stewart; age 19; born in Jesse, WV; single; living at
Matheny, WV; daughter of Elmer and June Stewart.
1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1961); Page 239; WV Archives Web Site.
Bob Gene Wyatt; age 23; born in VA; single; living at Lynco, WV; son of Robert H. and Bertha E, Wyatt;
married on 1 Nov 1961 at Matheny, WV; Dollie Stewart; age 19; born in Jesse, WV; single; living at
Matheny, WV; daughter of Elmer and June Stewart.
2, Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Dollie Mae (Dolly) Stewart Wyatt 76, of Bluefield formerly of Matheny went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday March 6, 2019 at her home, surrounded by her family."Born August 16, 1942 in Matheny she was the daughter of the late Elmer and June Shepard Stewart.
"Dolly attended 1st Baptist Church of Bluewell, she enjoyed painting, traveling, Volunteering with the Bluefield Cancer Society, Holiday of Lights. She was the dance team Mom for a number of years, was an avid WVU fan, and she dearly loved her family and her pets, and was an avid bird watcher.
"Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 57 years Bob Wyatt, 4 daughters Kimberly Riffe and her husband Jeff of Beckley, Lisa Prescott and her husband Tim of Princeton. Robbi Wyatt and her companion Daniel Roland of Rocky Gap Va, and Biilli Walker and her husband Joe of Bluefield. Her son Bobby Wyatt and companion Cheyenne Bradley of Beaver, her grandchildren and great grandchildren Tiffany, Andrew, Haydan, Jonathon, Gracie, Autumn, Ava, Brie, and Caiden. Her furbabies: Raven, Lady, Chunkie, her squirrel Pinky who all have passed away, and her surviving fur babies Bill Dance and Duke."
1. Stafford Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Franklin Farris Walls, 63, of Turkey Creek, WV passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2020 at CAMC Memorial
Hospital, Charleston, WV. He was born on August 22, 1956 in Welch, WV a son of the late Guy and Lillian Griffith
Walls. Franklin is a member of the UMWA and of the Baptist Faith. He was the last surviving member of his
family. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his siblings Leon "Pee Wee", Patricia, Arlene, Alice,
Arnold, Linda and Barbara. Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years Debra Rife Walls; a daughter Amanda
(Casey) Morgan of Elk Lick; a grandson Jameson Morgan of Elk Lick; and a host of other loving family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 5 pm on Sunday February 16th at the Old Pathway Church, Ikes Fork, WV with
Pastor James Cline officiating. In keeping with his wishes he will be cremated. The family is being served by the
Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV."
1. Buchanan Co, VA; Marriage License #74-022408; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Anthony Lanzaretta; age 54; born 27 Apr 1920 in OH; divorced; this is his 2ns marriage; 1 yr HS
education; living at 9818 Plymouth Ave, Carfield, Cuyahoga Co, OH; son of Ignatius and Rose
(DeBrois) Lanzaretta; married on 28 Jun 1978 in Grundy, VA; Helen Janice Szilay, maiden name
Simpson; age 38; born 27 Mar 1936 in WV; divorced; this is her 2nd marriage; 1 yr HS education;
living at 3250 West 32nd Street, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Co, WV; daughter of Sherman and Delphia
(Lee) Simpson.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage records; Vol #__(1965); Page 261; WV Archives Web Site.
Floyd Peter Anderson; age 19; born 1 Aug 1945 in Welch, WV; single; Negro; living at 126 Linden
Street, Welch, WV; son of Floyd and Savannah (Eldridge) Anderson; married on 16 Jan 1965 in
Kimball, WV; Vivian Jocklyn Maxwell; age 20; born 10 Feb 1944 in Lenoir, NC; single; Negro; living
at Box 636, Kimball, WV; daughter of Charlie and Kiter (Isbell) Maxwell; with consent of Mrs.
Savannah Anderson mother of Floyd Peter Anderson, and Mrs. Kiter Maxwell, mother of Vivian
Jocklyn Maxwell, father deceased.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage records; Vol #__(1965); Page 261; WV Archives Web Site.
Floyd Peter Anderson; age 19; born 1 Aug 1945 in Welch, WV; single; Negro; living at 126 Linden
Street, Welch, WV; son of Floyd and Savannah (Eldridge) Anderson; married on 16 Jan 1965 in
Kimball, WV; Vivian Jocklyn Maxwell; age 20; born 10 Feb 1944 in Lenoir, NC; single; Negro; living
at Box 636, Kimball, WV; daughter of Charlie and Kiter (Isbell) Maxwell; with consent of Mrs.
Savannah Anderson mother of Floyd Peter Anderson, and Mrs. Kiter Maxwell, mother of Vivian
Jocklyn Maxwell, father deceased.