1. Giles Co, VA; Marriage License # 70 046027; Ancestry.com Website.
Jerry Lee Hill; age 19; born 17 Apr 1951 in WV; single; 1 yr college education; this is his 1st marriage;
living at Box 496. Pineville, WV; son of Elbert Ira and Watsie Elaine (Goode) Hill; married on 9 Nov
1970 in Pearisburg, VA; Sandrea Kaye McKinney; age 19; born 29 Aug 1951 in WV; single; this is her
1st marriage; 1 yr college education; living at State Route, Box 13, Pineville, WV; daughter of Dewey
L. and Violet Louise (Church) McKinney.
1. Giles Co, VA; Marriage License # 70 046027; Ancestry.com Website.
Jerry Lee Hill; age 19; born 17 Apr 1951 in WV; single; 1 yr college education; this is his 1st marriage;
living at Box 496. Pineville, WV; son of Elbert Ira and Watsie Elaine (Goode) Hill; married on 9 Nov
1970 in Pearisburg, VA; Sandrea Kaye McKinney; age 19; born 29 Aug 1951 in WV; single; this is her
1st marriage; 1 yr college education; living at State Route, Box 13, Pineville, WV; daughter of Dewey
L. and Violet Louise (Church) McKinney.
1. 1930 Census, Wyoming Co, WV; Center District; Welch to Pineville Road; taken on 18 Apr 1930;
Page 159B; Family #71/71.
Listed as Walsie Goode; age 2; born in WV; in household of father, Walter Goode.
2. Evans-Calfee Funeral Service; Oceana, WV; Posted Obit.
"Watsie Elaine Hill, 96, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Bowers Hospice House in Beckley."Born December 17, 1927, in Wyoming County, she was the daughter of the late Walter Goode and Lillian Meadows Goode.
"Watsie was a member of Rockcastle Baptist Church for over eighty years. She loved to sing and enjoyed crocheting, fishing, and going to Mount Cove Lake. She never missed Jeopardy or Wheel of Fortune and liked to watch WVU sports on TV. Her favorite past time by far was spending time with her family.
"In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Ira “Junior” Hill Jr; a grandson, Jerry Steven Hill and nine brothers and sisters.
'She will be dearly missed by her three children, Jerry Hill and wife Sandy, Doug Hill and Angie Stewart and husband Gary; five grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; her brother, Lloyde Goode; special friends, Rick, Shirley and Billy Jewell and Janice Van Hoy; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved church family."
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home, Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
" Jerry Steven Hill 52, of Pineville passed away on November 20, 2023 from a massive brain bleed. Steven was born January 20 1971, he was the son of Jerry and Sandy McKinney Hill of Beckley."Steven attended Pineville High School where he was a star athlete. He was great at all sports but really stood out running the football. He was first team all-state, and his 1988 Pineville High School team were class A state runner’s up. Steven went on to attend Bluefield State College, where he received two engineering degrees. Steven went on to use those degrees during his career, as a boss in the coal mines. The guys that worked with him really enjoyed him as their leader and also respected his work ethic. He was not just their boss but he was their friend.
"Steven was funny, smart, and had a contagious smile that would light up any room that he entered. He was always a comedian the life of the party making people laugh and have a good time. He was also selfless, and loving always putting those around him first. It was truly a gift from God the ability he had to recognize when someone was in need and to know what to do about it, and then able to make it happen. He truly cared for the well being of others. Traits like that you either have them or you don’t and Steven excelled in this area of life.
"Steven also was a lover of the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman ad was really good at both. He loved to camp, ginsing, and do anything that involved being outdoors. He also loved teaching these skills to his loved ones and friends. It was always said that if the Apocolypse was to come That Steven is the one that you would want leading your company.
"The hobby that really had Steven’s heart was playing the guitar. He was a natural and played by ear. Steven could literally hear a song one time and within 10 minutes be playing the whole song. Honestly Steven could play just about any instrument if he wanted to. Steven was truly a talented musician, he was good at writing lyrics and the music for songs. He was talented in many ways. He was great and loving father, husband, son and brother.
"He was preceded in death by his grandparents Elbert Jr. Hill, and Dewey and Violet McKinney, his aunt Linda Hargis, and Cousin, Craig Hargis, his brother-in-law Andrew Breedlove.
"In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory include: his one partner in life Leah Hill, his son Dalton and his wife Destiny, grandkids Tommy, Raelyn Hill, Gracie and Lillian Underwood. His daughter Lilly Hill and grandson Baron Ford. His Grandmother Watsie Hill, his loving sister Jessica Hill, his nephews, Braxton, and Jaxston and niece Katie, his loving brother Michael Hill and nieces Joslyn and Kaylee.
"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more Death, neither sorrow nor crying neither shall there be anymore pain; for ther former things are passed away."
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Keystone; taken 10 Apr 1930; Page 14A; Family #278/310.
Listed as Blane Evans; age 13; born in WV; single; Negro; in household of mother, Maude A. Evans.
2. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Keystone, WV; taken 17 Apr 1940; Page 429B; Household #315.
Listed as Blaine Evans; age 24; born in VA; married; Negro; lived in same place on 1 Apr 1935;
registar for City of Keystone; lodger in household of Elizabeth Lackey (sp?).
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 119; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 31; born and living in Keystone, WV; single; Colored; married on 27 Jun
1947 in Welch, WV; Carrie Mae Hairston; age 18; born in Williamson, WV; single; Colored; living at
Keystone, WV; with consent of Marie Hairston, aunt and legal guardian of Carrie Mae Hairston.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1954); Page 207; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 37; born and living in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; married on 1 Mar
1954 in Keystone, WV; Frances Nunn; age 44; born in Jefferson Co, AL; widow; Colored; living at
Keystone, WV.
5. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 87; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 42; born in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; living at Box 141 Northfork,
WV married on 7 Mar 1959 in Carswell, WV; Ida Mae Patterson; age 19; born and living in Kyle, WV;
single; Colored; with consent of Mary Patterson, Eddie Patterson, father, whereabouts unknown;
mother of Ida Mae Patterson.
1. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1954); Page 207; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 37; born and living in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; married on 1 Mar
1954 in Keystone, WV; Frances Nunn; age 44; born in Jefferson Co, AL; widow; Colored; living at
Keystone, WV.
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Keystone; taken 10 Apr 1930; Page 14A; Family #278/310.
Listed as Blane Evans; age 13; born in WV; single; Negro; in household of mother, Maude A. Evans.
2. 1940 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Keystone, WV; taken 17 Apr 1940; Page 429B; Household #315.
Listed as Blaine Evans; age 24; born in VA; married; Negro; lived in same place on 1 Apr 1935;
registar for City of Keystone; lodger in household of Elizabeth Lackey (sp?).
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1947); Page 119; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 31; born and living in Keystone, WV; single; Colored; married on 27 Jun
1947 in Welch, WV; Carrie Mae Hairston; age 18; born in Williamson, WV; single; Colored; living at
Keystone, WV; with consent of Marie Hairston, aunt and legal guardian of Carrie Mae Hairston.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1954); Page 207; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 37; born and living in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; married on 1 Mar
1954 in Keystone, WV; Frances Nunn; age 44; born in Jefferson Co, AL; widow; Colored; living at
Keystone, WV.
5. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 87; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 42; born in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; living at Box 141 Northfork,
WV married on 7 Mar 1959 in Carswell, WV; Ida Mae Patterson; age 19; born and living in Kyle, WV;
single; Colored; with consent of Mary Patterson, Eddie Patterson, father, whereabouts unknown;
mother of Ida Mae Patterson.
1. 1940 Cenus, McDowell Co, WV; Elkhorn District; Kyle; E.D. 24-47; taken 3 Apr 1940; Page 904B;
Image 4 of 50; Household #36.
Listed as Ida M. Patterson; age 4 mons; born in WV; Negro; in household of father, Eddie Patterson.
2. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Elkhorn District; taken 3 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 10; Dwelling #57.
Listed as Idma Paterson; age 10; born in WV; in household of father, Eddie Patterson.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 87; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 42; born in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; living at Box 141 Northfork,
WV married on 7 Mar 1959 in Carswell, WV; Ida Mae Patterson; age 19; born and living in Kyle, WV;
single; Colored; with consent of Mary Patterson, Eddie Patterson, father, whereabouts unknown;
mother of Ida Mae Patterson.
1. 1940 Cenus, McDowell Co, WV; Elkhorn District; Kyle; E.D. 24-47; taken 3 Apr 1940; Page 904B;
Image 4 of 50; Household #36.
Listed as Ida M. Patterson; age 4 mons; born in WV; Negro; in household of father, Eddie Patterson.
2. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Elkhorn District; taken 3 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 10; Dwelling #57.
Listed as Idma Paterson; age 10; born in WV; in household of father, Eddie Patterson.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1959); Page 87; WV Archives Website.
Blaine Henry Evans; age 42; born in Keystone, WV; divorced; Colored; living at Box 141 Northfork,
WV married on 7 Mar 1959 in Carswell, WV; Ida Mae Patterson; age 19; born and living in Kyle, WV;
single; Colored; with consent of Mary Patterson, Eddie Patterson, father, whereabouts unknown;
mother of Ida Mae Patterson.
1. Evans-Calfee Funeral Home, Pineville, WV; Posted Obit.
"Nathaniel Leon Evans (Peanut), born on August 10, 1959, in the charming town of Welch, WV, peacefully embarked on his eternal journey and found sweet rest on November 25, 2023. Nathaniel, the delightful soul that he was, held a special place as one of eight beloved children to the late Blaine Henry Evans and Ida Mae (Patterson) Jones. His educational journey took him through the halls of Northfork High School. Known for his heart of gold, Nathaniel's generous spirit shone bright. He dedicated his time to volunteering with various charitable organizations in his community and, until recently, contributed his skills to the city of Keystone, WV. A true pillar of Mt. Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Keystone WV, Nathaniel's lifelong commitment to his faith added a beautiful layer to his character. On November 22,1985, he embarked on a wonderful journey of marriage with Gladys Evans. Nathaniel's legacy is one of kindness, generosity, and a deep connection to his community and faith. As we remember him, let's cherish the warmth he brought to our lives and the joy he spread throughout his community. Nathaniel is remembered fondly by his sisters, Reverend Dr. Jonetta Carter and Jackie Butler (alongside Aaron Butler), as well as his brothers Michael Patterson (OG Patterson), Derrick Evans (Jackie Evans), Richard Evans (Cherral Evans), and Eugene Mansfield. He also leaves behind his children: Aundra Thweatt, James Reed, Walter Reed, Tamika Reed, Ada Reed, Nicole Reed (deceased), Deago Reed (deceased). 10 nieces, 7 nephews, 20 great nieces and nephews, 29 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren to cherish his memory. Sadly, Eddie and Mary P (Mansfield) Patterson, who are Nathaniel's maternal grandparents, along with one niece, preceded him in death. Nathaniel's circle of love extends to a host of cousins, extended family and friends with whom he shared many cherished moments."
1. 1930 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Keystone; taken 10 Apr 1930; Page 14A; Family #278/310.
Listed as Maude Evans; age 49; born in WV; widow; Negro; maid for private family; head of
houdehold.
2. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #6095; WV Archives Website.
Maude Alice Evans; age 81 yrs, 11 mons, 16 days; born 8 May 1863 in Chilhowie, VA; widow. Colored;
living at Keystone, WV; daughter of unknown parents; died 24 Apr 1955 in Welch Emergency Hospital,
Welch, WV; due to hupostatic pneumonia following fracture of left side hip joint; with senility; buried
27 Apr 1955 in Oak Grove Cemetery; informant, Blaine Evans, son.
1. Alabama, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1805-1967; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Isaac Hays
Gender Male
Age 21
Birth Date abt 1908
Marriage Date 22 Jul 1929
Marriage Place Jefferson, Alabama, USA
Spouse Avice Burks
Film Number 002408938"
2. McDowell Co, WV: WW II: Draft Registration Card #1382; 16 Oct 1940; Ancestry.com Website.
Isaac Manul Hayes; age 30; born 26 Dec 1909 in Warrior, AL; living at Premier, WV; employed by
Premier Pocahontas Colleries Coal Co; Premier, WV; name of person who will always know address
Avice Hayes, wife; 5'7" tall; 140 lbs; gray eyes; brown hair; light complexion.
3. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72; Dwelling #60.
Listed as Issac Hays; age 40; born in AL; married; machine man in coal mine; head of household.
4. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
B. Walls; 25 Jul 2014.
Isaac M. Hayes; born 26 Dec 1909; died 5 Jul 1960; buried here; headstone photo shown; "GONE
BUT NOT FORGOTTEN".
1. Alabama, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1805-1967; Ancestry.com Website.
"Name Avice Burks
Gender Female
Age 18
Birth Date abt 1911
Marriage Date 22 Jul 1929
Marriage Place Jefferson, Alabama, USA
Spouse Isaac Hays
Film Number 002408938"
2. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72;
Dwelling #60.
Listed as Avics Hays; age 37; born in AL; married; in household of husband, Isaac M. Hayes.
3. McDowell Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1965); Page 460; WV Archives Web Site.
Ed H. Mahaffey; age 65; born 13 Jul 1900 in Chilhowie, VA; widow; living at Sophia, WV; son of
Francis and Rebecca (Hutchinson) Mahaffey; married on 9 Nov 1965 at Premier, WV; Avice Maebell
Hayes; age 52; born 28 Nov 1912 at Rockford, AL; widow; living at Premier, WV; daughter of Ira
and Elizabeth (Kelly) Burks.
4. McDowell Co, WV; Death Certificate #'68 018516; WV Archives Web Site via LDS Web Site.
Avice Mahaffey; age 56; born 28 Nov 1912 in AL; married; wife of Vance Hayes, Sen (marked thru
and Edd Mahaffey written in) ; housewife; living at Premier, WV; SS # 234-72-6749; daughter of
Ira A. and Elizabeth (Kelly) Burks; died 18 Dec 1968 in Doctors memorial Hospital, Welch, WV; from
an acute coronary occlusion due to hypertensive arteriosclerotic heart disease; buried 21 Dec 1968
in Iaeger memorial, Roderfield, WV.
5. FindAGrave.com Web Site; Iaeger Memorial Cemetery, Roderfield, McDowell Co, WV; submitted by
Kenneth Bowen; 31 May 2012; headstone photo added by B. Walls.
Avice M. Burks Mahaffey; born 28 Nov 1912; died 18 Dec 1968; buried here; headstone photo
shown;
"ASLEEP IN JESUS".
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72; Dwelling #60.
Listed as Jarome Hays; age 18; born in AL; in household of father, Isaac M. Hayes.
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72; Dwelling #60.
Listed as Jerry Hays; age 16; born in AL; in household of father, Isaac M. Hayes.
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72; Dwelling #60.
Listed as Vance Hays; age 14; born in AL; in household of father, Isaac M. Hayes.
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Premier; taken 4 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 72; Dwelling #60.
Listed as Temothy Hays; age 9; born in AL; in household of father, Isaac M. Hayes.