McDowell and Wyoming Co, WV Families

Notes


Billy Daniel Campbell

1. Alabama County Marriages, 1809-1950; LDS Web Site.
"Name: Billy Daniel Campbell
Gender: Male
Event Type: Marriage
Event Date: 10 Oct 1985
Event Place: Montgomery, Alabama, United States
Event Place (Original): Huntsville
Age: 29
Birth Year (Estimated): 1956
Father's Name: Billy Eugene Campbell
Mother's Name: Vera Jean Wolfe
Spouse's Name: Jeanene Elizabeth Orndorff
Spouse's Gender: Female
Spouse's Age: 31
Spouse's Birth Year (Estimated): 1954
Spouse's Father's Name: Clarence Orndorff
Spouse's Mother's Name: Dora Lena Fitch"


Jeanine Orndorff

1. Alabama County Marriages, 1809-1950; LDS Web Site.
"Name: Billy Daniel Campbell
Gender: Male
Event Type: Marriage
Event Date: 10 Oct 1985
Event Place: Montgomery, Alabama, United States
Event Place (Original): Huntsville
Age: 29
Birth Year (Estimated): 1956
Father's Name: Billy Eugene Campbell
Mother's Name: Vera Jean Wolfe
Spouse's Name: Jeanene Elizabeth Orndorff
Spouse's Gender: Female
Spouse's Age: 31
Spouse's Birth Year (Estimated): 1954
Spouse's Father's Name: Clarence Orndorff
Spouse's Mother's Name: Dora Lena Fitch"


Michael Edward Orndorff

1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Service; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Michael Edward Orndorff 51, of York South Carolina, formerly of Key Rock, passed away on Tuesday September 24, 2019.

"Born January 8, 1968 in Chicago Ill, he was the son of the late Clarence Orndorff, and Norma Lester of York S.C.

"Michael was a brick mason, he loved traveling, Tubing on the river, and most of all he loved spending time with his family.

"In addition to his father he was preceded in death by 2 brother Preston Orndorff, and Jack Orndorff.

"Along with his mother, those left to cherish his memory, include his 2 son's Daniel and Jonathon Orndorff of Fort Mills S.C. his brothers and sisters Norma Dodson and her husband Danny of York S.C. Danny Orndorff and wife Linda of Statesville N.C. Roger Orndorff of McGraws, Jeanine Orndorff of Alabama, Tiffiany Gibson of WV, and Clarence Orndorff Jr. of Welch, a hosto of nieces, nephews, and countless friends.

"Services will be 3pm Sunday September 29, 2019 at Evans-Calfee Chapel in Pineville, following the service he will be laid to rest in Privett Cemetery on Key Rock.

"Friends may gather with the family from 2pm until service time on Sunday."


Clarence Edward Orndorff Sr

1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1949); Page 470; WV Archives Web Site.
Clarence Ed Orndorff; age 21; born in Tucson, AZ; single; living in Wyoming Co, WV; son of Mart and
Virginia Orndorff; married on 14 Jan 1949 in Keyrock, WV; Doralene Fitch; age 18; born in Mingo
Co, WV; single; living in Wyoming Co, WV; daughter of Lance and Nora Fitch.
2. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1964); Page 459; WV Archives Web Site.
Clarence Edward Orndorff; age 32; born 4 Jul 1931 in VA; divorced; living in Chicago, IL; son of Mart
and Virginia Mae (Carver) Orndorff; married on 22 Jul 1964 in Pineville, WV; Norma Dalene Lester;
age 17; born 13 Sep 1946 in Marianna, WV; single; living in Chicago, IL; daughter of Loy and Norma
(Adkins) Lester.
3. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Clarence Edward Orndorff
[Clarence E Orndorff]
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 4 Jul 1929
Birth Place: MT Falls Fre, Virginia
Death Date: 23 Apr 1996
Father: Martin W Orndorff
Mother: Virginia M Lafalotte
SSN: 226328700
Notes: Sep 1945: Name listed as CLARENCE EDWARD ORNDORFF;
03 May 1996: Name listed as CLARENCE E ORNDORFF"


Norma Dalene Lester

1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1964); Page 459; WV Archives Web Site.
Clarence Edward Orndorff; age 32; born 4 Jul 1931 in VA; divorced; living in Chicago, IL; son of Mart
and Virginia Mae (Carver) Orndorff; married on 22 Jul 1964 in Pineville, WV; Norma Dalene Lester;
age 17; born 13 Sep 1946 in Marianna, WV; single; living in Chicago, IL; daughter of Loy and Norma
(Adkins) Lester.
2. Evans-Caldee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Norma Dalene Lester, 74, of York, SC, formerly of Key Rock, passed away peacefully, Thursday July 13, 2023. Born September 13,1948 in Pineville, she was the daughter of the late Loy and Norma Adkins Lester.

"Norma was a nurse for thirty- five years, having worked at Welch Emergency Hospital and White Oak Manor in York, SC, where she was working when she retired. Her passion was taking care of people. Norma loved tending to her flowers or listening to blue grass music. She enjoyed family reunions where she was surrounded by the people she loved. Her family, especially her grandchildren were her greatest joy.

"In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Michael ; sisters, Judy Kinser, Kay Orndorff and Helen Couburn; brothers, Vern, Wayne and Michael Lester.

"Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Danny Lee Orndorff and his wife Melissa of York, SC; daughter, Norma Dodson and her husband, Danny, of York, SC; grandchildren, Angie, Amy, Jordynn, Andrew, Michael Lee, McKeana, Arabella, Daniel and Jonathon; great grandchildren, Matthew, Hayley, Ian, Britton and Jacob; great great grandchildren, Weston and a baby girl on the way; brothers, Barry and Gene Lester; sisters, Edie Workman, Donna Lester and Terrie Fatony."


Clarence Edward Orndorff Jr

1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name: Clarence Orndorff
Event Date: 15 Nov 2007
Event Place: Welch, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date: 09 Mar 1978
Address: Welch, West Virginia 24801
Affiliate Identifier: 1241640517"


Jack Donald Martin Sr

1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1951); Page 406; WV Archives Website.
Jack Donald Martin; age 21; born in Matoaka, WV; single; living in Pineville, son of John W. and Ruth
(George) Martin; married on 18 dec 1951 in Pineville, WV; Sarah Evelyn Hickman; age 20; born in
Grantville, WV; single; living in Pineville, daughter of W.H. and Daisy (Kersey) Hickman.


Sarah Evelyn Hickman

1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1951); Page 406; WV Archives Website.
Jack Donald Martin; age 21; born in Matoaka, WV; single; living in Pineville, son of John W. and Ruth
(George) Martin; married on 18 dec 1951 in Pineville, WV; Sarah Evelyn Hickman; age 20; born in
Grantville, WV; single; living in Pineville, daughter of W.H. and Daisy (Kersey) Hickman.
2. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home; Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Evelyn Martin 91, of Pineville went home to be with her Lord on Saturday July 30, 2022.

"Born April 12, 1931 in Spencer, she was the daughter to the late William and Daisy Kersey Hickman.

"After moving to Pineville, she graduated from Pineville High School in 1948, Evelyn worked at the Pine Theater, and on air at WWYO as Eve Hicks, She was a reporter for the Raleigh Register and Independent Herald. Evelyn was the first female member of the Pineville Town Council, and worked for the Wyoming County Circuit Court for over 25 years. She was a longtime member of the Pineville Methodist Church, Evelyn was also a charter member of Beta Sigma Phi, which she was involved with for over 60 years.

"Evelyn is survived by her devoted husband of 70 years Jack Martin, her children Kathy Smallwood of Louisville Ky, Don Martin (Kathy) of Beckley, Bill Martin (Geneva) of Pineville, David Martin of Greenwood SC, Sarah Martin (Cindy) of Daniels, and Leigh Ann Lumbo (Danny) of Saulsville. 13 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. A host of countless family, and friends.

"Flowers are welcome, but donations of Sympathy can be made to the Pineville United Methodist Church."


Roy Lee Blankenship Sr

1. Stafford Funeral Home; Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"Roy Lee "Big Foot" Blankenship, Sr., 67, of Skin Fork, formerly of Long Branch made his flight to glory on
Saturday October 3, 2020. He was born on March 10, 1953 in Mullens, WV a son of the late Levi and Betty Jo
Kennedy Blankenship. Roy Lee worked 16 years in the coal mines. He was a devoted and loving husband and
father. A loyal CB friend, avid coon hunter, fisherman and enjoyed spending time on New River. After 18 years
of sincere prayers he surrendered his heart to the Lord on December 25, 1996. He ministered 24 years and
touched countless lives. He was assistant Pastor of Brenton Community Church. In addition to his parents he is
preceded in death by his first wife Patricia Gay Blankenship; his brothers Leman Blankenship and Ozzie May.
Survivors include his wife of 15 years Barbara McKinneyBlankenship; three sons Allen (Heather) Blankenship of
Long Branch, Robert (Erin) Blankenship of Rockhouse and Roy Lee Blankenship, Jr. of Tamcliff; four sisters
Teresa Bradford, Lisa (Benny) Mullens, Pamela (Anthony) Lester and Greta (Bernie) Harper; two brothers
Christopher (Lisa) Blankenship and Leonard Blankenship; three step children Steven (Crystal) Moore, Dennis
Moore and Krystal (Jerry) Browning; grandchildren Jeffery (Courtney), Shawn, Kristen, Austin, Hayle, Cassie,
Keeylie, Keylsie, Kirsten, and Holly Blankenship, Alex Browning, Kaitlyn Moore, Savannah and Wyatt Barker;
great grandchildren Bryce Moore, Jason and Aurora Waggoner and Iris Blankenship; and a host of other loving
family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Thursday October 8, 2020 in the Chapel of Stafford
Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV with Rev. Lonnie Paul Compton and Rev. Rocky Morgan officiating. He will be
laid to rest in Toler Cline Cemetery, Long Branch, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 6-9 pm on
Wednesday September 7th at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family is being
served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV"


Sidney Harold Whitt

1. WV Marriage Records; Vol #__(1944); Page 126; WV Archives Web Site.
Sidney Harold Whitt; age 20; born and living at War, WV; single; married on 2 Dec 1944 at War, WV;
Bessie irene Baird; age 18; born and living at War, WV; single; with consent of Maggie Whitt, mother
of Sidney Harold Whitt and Minnie Baird, mother of Bessie Irene Baird.
2. Douglas Mortuary, Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Sidney H. Whitt, 90, of War passed away Friday, August 14, 2015 at his home. Born September 29, 1924 in War he was the son of the late Howard Samuel Whitt and Maggie Allison Whitt. He was a retired coalminer, and a member of the UMWA. He was a member of the Advent Christian Church in War Cove.
" In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Whitt; a grandson and granddaughter, Mark Edward Foster and Tabitha Lynn Foster; three sisters, Lorraine Silcox, Verda Cyphers, and Georgia Hockett; and a brother, Walker Whitt.
"Those left to cherish his memory are two sons, Paul David Whitt and wife Cathy, and Allen Curtis Whitt all of War; four daughters, Lee Ellen Hawley and husband Raymond of Portage, Mich., Dana Kay Akers and husband Luther of Hillsville, VA, Connie Carr and husband Marlin, and Rachel Rabic and husband Bryan all of War; and 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
"Graveside service will be conducted on Tuesday, August 18, at 1 p.m. in the Whitt Family Cemetery in War Cove with Pastor Danny Cyphers officiating..."


Bessie Irene Baird

1. WV Marriage Records; Vol #__(1944); Page 126; WV Archives Web Site.
Sidney Harold Whitt; age 20; born and living at War, WV; single; married on 2 Dec 1944 at War, WV;
Bessie irene Baird; age 18; born and living at War, WV; single; with consent of Maggie Whitt, mother
of Sidney Harold Whitt and Minnie Baird, mother of Bessie Irene Baird.