1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1965); Page 104; WV Archives Web Site.
Roger Dale Stewart; age 18; born 22 Oct 1946 at Matheny, WV; no previous marriage; living at
Matheny, WV; son of French and Lettie (Pendry) Stewart; married on 20 mar 1965 at Black Eagle,
WV; Brenda Joyce Runion; age 17; born 7 Apr 1947 in VA; no previous marriage; living at Mullens,
WV; daughter of Cecil and Georgie (Tilley) Runion.
2. Stafford Funeral Home; Lynco, WV; Posted Obit.
"Pastor Roger D. Stewart, 71, took his first walk on the streets of Glory on Monday, April 30, 2018 at
Raleigh General Hospital. He was born October 19, 1946 in Matheny, WV the son of the late French and Lettie Stewart. Roger began his ministry calling in 1972. He was pastor of several churches throughout the state retiring as Pastor of Campus Church of God at Cyclone. After retiring from being a full time pastor,Roger enjoyed singing with The Harless Family, evangelizing, sitting on the porch and visiting with family and friends. Roger left behind a great legacy and will be greatly missed by many. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers Onnie and Gifford; a sister Betty Gail Sigmon; and a nephew Jimmy Sigmon. Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years and partner in ministry Brenda Runion Stewart; a son Mark (Cecilia)Stewart of Buckhannon; a daughter Kim (Shawn) Sanders of Kopperston; and a special “adopted” daughter Marlena (Jerry) Graley and her family. He was Popaw to Alexis (Sam) Hanna and Brooke Stewart (friend James) and Pops to Brittany, Jordan, Bryson, Ellie, Dustin, Ashley, Kolby,Hannah, Dustie, Chance, Tara, Joel, Blake, Declan and Charlie. He is also survived by brothers-in-law David (friend Anetta) and Glenn Runion and Jim (Betty) Sigmon; nieces and nephews Karen, Molly, Chloe, Nick, Jessica, Andrew, Colleen, Justin, Joel, Tisha, Dylan, Ricky, Angel and Monroe along with numerous other family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1PM on Friday May 4th at the Matheny Church of God, Matheny, WV with Pastor Jerry Graham, Bishop Wayne Wicker and Bishop Daniel Hampton officiating. He will be laid to rest in Palm Memorial Gardens, Matheny, WV. Friends may gather with the family from 6-9PM on Thursday May 3rd and from 11AM until time of services on Friday May 4th at the church. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Fresenius Dialysis and Raleigh General CCU. The family is being served by the Stafford Family Funeral Home, Lynco, WV."
1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1965); Page 104; WV Archives Web Site.
Roger Dale Stewart; age 18; born 22 Oct 1946 at Matheny, WV; no previous marriage; living at
Matheny, WV; son of French and Lettie (Pendry) Stewart; married on 20 mar 1965 at Black Eagle,
WV; Brenda Joyce Runion; age 17; born 7 Apr 1947 in VA; no previous marriage; living at Mullens,
WV; daughter of Cecil and Georgie (Tilley) Runion.
1. 1920 Census, Wyoming Co, WV; Oceana District, taken on 8 Jan 1920; Page 228B; Family #67.
Listed as French Stewart; age 4 yrs, 7 mons; born in WV; in household of father, Sandy L. Stewart.
2. 1930 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Oceana District, taken on 21 Apr 1930, Page 199B, Family #245.
Listed as French Stewart, age 15, born in WV, in household of father, Sandy L. Stewart.
3. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 247; WV Archives Web Site.
French Stewart; age 19; born in Wyoming Co, WV; living at Jesse, WV; son of S.L. and Addie Stewart;
married on 19 Feb 1934 at the home of S.L. Stewart; Lettie Pendry; age 18; born in Wyoming Co, WV;
living at Key Rock WV; daughter of W. Pendry.
1. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1934); Page 247; WV Archives Web Site.
French Stewart; age 19; born in Wyoming Co, WV; living at Jesse, WV; son of S.L. and Addie Stewart;
married on 19 Feb 1934 at the home of S.L. Stewart; Lettie Pendry; age 18; born in Wyoming Co, WV;
living at Key Rock WV; daughter of W. Pendry.
1. 1920 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; Paynesville, taken on 14/16 February 1920;
Page 233B; Image 14 of 16; Family #342/346.
Listed as James E.. Payne; age 7; born in WV; in household of father, Lewis H. Payne.
2. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Sandy River District; taken on 5 Apr 1930; Page 245B; Image 10 of 51;
Family #81/82.
Listed as Elmer Payne; age 17; born in WV; in household of mother, Patty Mullins Payne.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1933); Page 392; WV Archives Web Site.
Elmer Payne; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Jolo, WV; son of Howard and
Patty; married on 28 Aug 1933 in Welch, WV; Belva Riffe; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single;
daughter of Parton and Ella.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1933); Page 392; WV Archives Web Site.
Elmer Payne; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single; miner; living at Jolo, WV; son of Howard and
Patty; married on 28 Aug 1933 in Welch, WV; Belva Riffe; age 21; born in McDowell Co, WV; single;
daughter of Parton and Ella.
1. United States Public Records, 1970-2009; LDS Web Site.
"Name Emory D Crouse
Also Known As Emery Crouse
Residence Date 01 Jan 1998-01 Jan 2004
Residence Place Oceana, West Virginia, United States
Birth Date 15 Jul 1957
Address Oceana, West Virginia 24870
Address Date 01 Jan 1998-01 Jan 2004
2nd Address Oceana, West Virginia 24870
2nd Address Date 01 Jun 1996
3rd Address Oceana, West Virginia 24870
3rd Address Date 01 Dec 1988
Record Number 171343979"
1. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Browns Creek District; Claren; E.D. 24-36; taken on 25 Apr 1940;
Page 736B; Image 32 of 48; Household #270.
Listed as George Christian; age 1; born in WV; in household of father, Franklin V. Christian.
2. "Bluefield Daily Telegraph"; Bluefield, WV; Wednesday, 26 Mar 2008; Newspaper Obit."BIG SANDY George W. Christian, age 69, of Big Sandy, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at his residence after a long illness. Born February 22, 1939, in Hensley, he was the son of the late Frank and Naomi Parsons Christian.
"In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Gladys; and three brothers, Henry, Virgil and Sonny.
"Survivors include his loving wife, Carol England Christian of Big Sandy; one daughter, Kristi Osborne and husband Mark of Big Sandy; two sons, Kevin Christian and wife Lisa of Princeton, Brian Christian and wife Alisa of Elkin, N.C.; four grandchildren, Jacob, Jonah, Miranda and Judah; one brother, Bud Christian of Big Sandy; one sister, Dorothy Strattis of Pipestem; and a sister-in-law, Rita Christian of Big Sandy."Graveside services will be conducted today (Thursday), March 27, 2008 at 1 p.m. from the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with the Rev. Chuck Crabtree, officiating. Burial will follow at the cemetery.
"There will be no visitation.
"Pallbearers will be family and friends.
"Fanning Funeral Home of Welch is serving the Christian family.
"To leave personal condolences online, visit www.legacy.com"
1. Roselawn Funeral Home, Princeton, WV; Posted Obit.
"Mrs. Carol Sue England Christian 74 of Princeton formerly of Big Sandy passed away Thursday October 24, 2019 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center following a long illness. She was born May 12, 1945 in Kimball to the late William Howard and Hallie Peaks England and was the last surviving member of her family. Carol was a member of Cumberland Road Church of God in Bluefield, and enjoyed crafts, crocheting, and being with her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband George Christian and several brothers and sisters."Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Kevin Christian and wife Lisa of Princeton, Brian Christian and wife Alisa of Elkin, NC, one daughter Kristen Osborne and husband Mark of Big Sandy, five grandchildren, Jacob, Jonah, and Judah Christian, Miranda Osborne, and Rylee Odle, a special niece Anneliese Underwood. A Celebration of Carol's life will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at Roselawn Funeral Chapel in Princeton with Pastor Michael York officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1:00PM until time of the service on Wednesday at the Funeral Home. An online obituary may be viewed by visiting roselawnmontevista.com Memorial donations in Carol's name may be made to the American Red Cross, 200 Industrial Drive, Beckley, WV 24801.
"Roselawn Funeral Home 450 Courthouse Road Princeton, WV 24740 is serving the Christian Family."
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 223; WV Archives Website.
Joyce Underwood; age 21; born and living in War, WV; single; married on 23 Jan 1947 in Welch, WV;
Laura Alice Gross; age 18; born in Bartley, WV; single; living at War, WV; with consent of Adam Gross
father of Laura Alice Gross.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 223; WV Archives Website.
Joyce Underwood; age 21; born and living in War, WV; single; married on 23 Jan 1947 in Welch, WV;
Laura Alice Gross; age 18; born in Bartley, WV; single; living at War, WV; with consent of Adam Gross
father of Laura Alice Gross.
2. Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name: Laura Alice Underwood [Laura A Underwood] [Laura Alice Franklin]
Gender: Female
Race: White
Birth Date: 15 May 1928
Birth Place: Bartley McDo, West Virginia
Death Date: 5 Dec 2003
Father:
Adam Franklin
Mother:
Matilda Gross
SSN: 236865235
Notes: Feb 1969: Name listed as LAURA ALICE UNDERWOOD;
07 Jan 2004: Name listed as LAURA A UNDERWOOD"