1. McDowell Co, WV; "Petition For Naturalization"; #1559; 14 Mar 1940; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Alex, aka Sandor, Koczka; age 53; born 5 Jul 1888 in Tiazabob, Szaboles, Hungary; miner; living at
War, WV; 5'8" tall; 150 lbs; medium complexion; brown eyes; brown hair; birth mark on left arm; married
Annie , born at Switzer, WV, on 19 May 1934 at Louisa, KY; (lists 7 children, with birth dates and places);
arrived 18 May 1914 from Rotterdam, Holland in New York, NY aboard the SS Rotterdam.
2. McDowell Co, WV; WW II Draft Registration Card #U-788; 27 Apr 1942; Ancestry.com Web Site.
Alex Koczka; age 53; born 5 Jul 1888 in Hungary; living at War, WV; employed by Pond Creek Poca Co,,
Bartley, WV; person who will always know address, Mrs. Annie Koczka, War, WV, wife; 5'8" tall; 150 lbs;
brown eyes; brown hair; ruddy complexion.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #'66 018206; WV Archives Web Site via LDS Web Site.
Alex Koczka; age 78; born 5 jyl 1888 in Hungary; married; disabled coal miner; SS#236-05-3048;
living at War, WV; son of Alex and Julia Koczka; died 15 Dec 1966 in Grace Hospital, Welch, WV; due
to acute pulmonary edema; pnumoconosis; buried19 Dec 1966 in Iaeger Memorial, Roderfield, WV.
4. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
B. Walls; 7 Apr 2014.
Alex Koczka; born 5 Jul 1888; died 15 Dec 1966; buried here; double headstone photo shown with wife,
Annie Varro Koczka; "REST IN PEACE".
1. Social Secuity Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Annie Kaczka
[Annie Koczka]
[Annie Varro]
SSN: 232341243
Gender: Female
Race: White
Birth Date: 4 Jul 1917
Birth Place: Logan McDowe, West Virginia
Death Date: 11 Jul 1994
Father: Lewis Varro
Mother: Martha Whitte
Type of Claim: Original SSN.
Notes: Dec 1944: Name listed as ANNIE KACZKA; 10 Jan 1998: Name listed as ANNIE KOCZKA."
2. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
B. Walls; 7 Apr 2014.
Annie Varro Koczka; born 14 Jul 1917; died 11 Jul 1994; buried here; double headstone photo
shown with husband, Alex Koczka; "REST IN PEACE".
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Steve Koczka, 80, of War went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 1, 2016 in Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol, TN.
"Born November 27, 1936 in Holden, WV, he was the son of the late Alex Koczka and Annie Varro Koczka. He was a 1956 graduate of Big Creek High School in War. He retired as a SSgt from the United State Air Force after twenty years of service, and was a Vietnam War veteran. He was a follower of Christ, and was always willing to help those in need. He had an exceptional love of animals and nursed many back to health.
"In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Grose; and two brothers, Jimmy and Alexander Koczka.
"Those left to cherish his memory are two brothers, Andy Koczka of War and Louis Koczka of Lebanon, VA; one sister, Susie Koczka of War; and several nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
"Funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, December 7, at 1 p.m. in the Emmanuel Baptist Church in War with the Rev. Spencer Oxford officiating. Burial will follow in Iaeger Memorial Cemetery in Roderfield where military graveside rites will be conducted by VFW Post 1144, Iaeger..."
2. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
Larry E. Smith 9 Aug 2017.
Steve Koczka; born 27 Nov 1936; died 1 Dec 2016; buried here; no grave marker photo shown.
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"Andy Koczka, 84, of War, WV, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at his residence.
Born March 28, 1940 in War, he was the son of the late Alex Koczka and Annie Varro Koczka. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth Grose and Susie Koczka, and brothers Jimmy, Alexander and Steve Koczka. His brother Louis Koczka was the last member of his immediate family."He worked at the Radford Foundry in Radford, Virginia for 35 years, and was a handyman for the Radford Pizza House for over 40 years. He was a well-known humanitarian in Radford for feeding stray cats in rain, snow or sunshine. Andy was a graduate of Big Creek High School and a veteran of the US Army. He was of the Christian Faith and proclaimed Jesus as his Lord and Savior.
"Andy is survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as his cat, Grover, and his dog, Babe,
"Funeral service will be conducted Monday, December 30, 2024 at 1:00 PM from the Advent Christian Church of East War with the Rev. Danny Cyphers officiating. Burial will follow in Iaeger Memorial Cemetery. Military Graveside services will be conducted by VFW Post 1144 and the WV Honor Guard.
"Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the church.
"Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch, WV; Posted Obit.
"SUSIE KOCZKA
"Susie Koczka, 80, of War, WV, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2022 at her residence. Born October 31, 1941, in War, she was the daughter of the late Alex Koczka and Annie Varro Koczka."Susie was the Caretaker of her mother for many years. She was a member of the Advent Christian Church of East War, and a graduate of Big Creek High School. Susie never met a stranger and was generous, always giving and helping people and wanting nothing in return. She loved animals and she was very artistic and creative and enjoyed sewing. She loved Christ and was devoted to her church and her family.
"In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one sister, Elizabeth Grose; three brothers, Jimmy, Alexander and Steve Koczka.
"Those left to cherish her memories are two brothers, Andy Koczka of War with whom she made her home; and Louis Koczka of Lebanon, VA; also several nieces and nephews and her dog “Baby” that she cherished.
"Funeral Service will be conducted at 1 PM Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at the Advent Christian Church of East War with Pastor Danny Cyphers officiating. Burial will follow in Iaeger Memorial Cemetery in Roderfield. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service.
"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; Death Certificate #18429; WV Archives Web Site.
Alfred Payne; 60 yrs, 6 mons; born Apr 1877 in Paynesville, WV; married; husband of Vicey Blankenship;
police officer; living at Bradshaw, WV; son of Taylor and Syntha (Blankenship) Payne; died 7 Sep 1935
at Bradshaw, WV; due to paralysis; buried 9 Sep 1937 (sic, 1935) at Paynesville, WV; informant, Lona
Blevins, Bradshaw, WV; daughter.
1. 1940 Census McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; E.D. 24-59; taken on 6 May 1940; Page 1171B;
Image 44 of 64; Household #379.
Listed as Vicy Payne; age 57; born in VA; widow; no education; lived in same place on 1 Apr 1935;
head of household.
2. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Web Site.
"Name: Vicey Blankenship Payne
[Vicey Blankenship Blankenship]
SSN: 236287778
Gender: Female
Race: White
Birth Date: 19 May 1883
Birth Place: Blackey, Virginia
Father: Harlen Blankenship
Mother: Viney Burks
Type of Claim: Original SSN.
Notes: Feb 1941: Name listed as VICEY BLANKENSHIP PAYNE"
3. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #'68 010625.
Vicey Payne; age 87; born 19 May 1881 (differs from SS record) in VA; widow; living at Bradshaw, WV;
housewife; daughter of Harless and Vicey (Burks) Blankenship; died 30 Jun 1968 at Bradshaw, WV;
due to acute coronary thrombosis; buried 3 Jul 1968 in Bill Robinson Cemetery, Paynesville, WV;
informant, Mrs. Lydia Roop, Bradshaw, WV.
1. 1910 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Adkin District; taken on ___May 1910; Page 13A; Image 25 of 30;
Family #224/239.
Listed as Maggie Findley; age 25; born in VA; divorced; 3 children, 2 living; in household of father,
James M. Findley, with 2 children.
1. 1910 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Adkin District; taken on ___May 1910; Page 13A; Image 25 of 30;
Family #224/239.
Listed as Curtis Seagraves; age 6; born in VA; in household of grandfather, James M. Findley, with mother.
1. 1910 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Adkin District; taken on ___May 1910; Page 13A; Image 25 of 30;
Family #224/239.
Listed as John Seagraves; age 4; born in VA; in household of grandfather, James M. Findley, with mother.
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Carl E Fleenor
Titles and Terms (Original) JR
Also Known As Carl E Fleenor Jr
2nd Also Known As Name Carl E Jr Fleenor
Residence Date 01 Sep 1992-01 Jan 2009
Residence Place Kopperston, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 15 Jul 1948
Address Kopperston, West Virginia 24854
Address Date 01 Sep 1992-01 Jan 2009
2nd Address Kopperston, West Virginia 24854
2nd Address Date 01 Oct 1991
Possible Relatives Beverly Jean Fleenor
Record Number 171330788"
2.. Stafford Funeral Home, Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"Carl E. “Tuffy” Fleenor, Jr, 69, of Kopperston, WV, went peacefully to be with Jesus on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at Bowers Hospice House of Beckley, WV, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born July 15,1948 in Dante, VA the son of the late Carl Edward Sr. and Ruby Helen Linkous Fleenor. Tuffy was a beloved husband, father, Pap, uncle, and friend to all. His smile was contagious, and he made anyone who knew him feel special and loved. He was an inspiration to many, and a strong man of integrity and virtue. His legacy will be one of God’s love; his life on Earth was spent spreading that love to all he came into contact with. Tuffy was a United States Army Vietnam Veteran, a member of the UMWA Local 1503 and the Toneda Missionary Baptist Church. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years Beverly "Bev" Cook Fleenor; a daughter Anessia (Rich) Thomas of Chesapeake, VA; two sons Brandon (Kristy) Fleenor of Clear Fork and Chris (Mandy) Fleenor of Glen Allen, VA; six grandchildren Aly Fleenor, Jaeden Fleenor, Ian Thomas, Parker Thomas, Mandolin Fleenor and Stone Fleenor; and a host of other loving family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1PM on Monday May 7th at the Toneda Missionary Baptist Church, Craney, WV with Rev. Randall Topping officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 6-9PM on Sunday May 6th at the church. The Wyoming County Veterans Honor Guard will conduct Military Rites. The family is being served by the
Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV."
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Beverly Jean Fleenor
Also Known As Beverly S Fleenor
2nd Also Known As Name Beverly J Sleenor
Residence Date 01 Oct 1998
Residence Place Kopperston, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 14 Oct 1949
Address Kopperston, West Virginia 24854
Address Date 01 Oct 1998
2nd Address Kopperston, West Virginia 24854
2nd Address Date 01 Dec 1994-01 Jan 2009
3rd Address Kopperston, West Virginia 24854
3rd Address Date 01 Oct 1991
Possible Relatives Carl E Fleenor Jr
Record Number 171333210"