Nancy Marion Alderson1,2

F, #4051, b. 8 May 1918, d. 9 May 1999
Pedigree
FatherRoy Carlyle Alderson b. 21 Dec 1895, d. 5 Aug 1980
MotherHattie P. Hutchinson b. 2 Aug 1892, d. 31 Aug 1965
Birth*8 May 1918 Nancy was born at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV, on 8 May 1918.
1920 census age 1 7/12.3,4 
 She was the daughter of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson. 
(Witness) Census3 Jan 1920 Nancy Marion Alderson appeared on the census of 3 Jan 1920 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
(Witness) Census21 Apr 1930 Nancy Marion Alderson appeared on the census of 21 Apr 1930 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
Employment*May 1940 Occupation: secretary in May 1940 at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV. NYA.4 
(Witness) Census10 May 1940 Nancy Marion Alderson appeared on the census of 10 May 1940 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
Residence*1985 Nancy Marion Alderson resided at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV, in 1985. 
Death*9 May 1999 Nancy died on 9 May 1999 at age 81.3 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
3 Jan 1920Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4
21 Apr 1930Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4
10 May 1940Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4

Citations

  1. [S2077] Dau. of James D. and Emma Thorn (Borthwick) McCluer.
  2. [S57] Nicholas County Historical Society, Nicholas County History, Nicholas Co., WV, 1985, p. 140.
  3. [S2838] Social Security Administration., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Betty Jo Alderson1,2

F, #4052, b. 18 Dec 1919, d. 13 Feb 1988
Pedigree
FatherRoy Carlyle Alderson b. 21 Dec 1895, d. 5 Aug 1980
MotherHattie P. Hutchinson b. 2 Aug 1892, d. 31 Aug 1965
Birth*18 Dec 1919 Betty was born at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV, on 18 Dec 1919. 1920 census age 0/12.3,4 
 She was the daughter of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson. 
(Witness) Census3 Jan 1920 Betty Jo Alderson appeared on the census of 3 Jan 1920 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
(Witness) Census21 Apr 1930 Betty Jo Alderson appeared on the census of 21 Apr 1930 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
Employment*May 1940 Occupation: waitress in May 1940 at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV. Dormitory.4 
(Witness) Census10 May 1940 Betty Jo Alderson appeared on the census of 10 May 1940 in the household of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson at Summersville, Nicholas Co, WV.4 
Marriage*12 Sep 1944 She married Emil Jurak on 12 Sep 1944.2 
Death*13 Feb 1988 Betty died on 13 Feb 1988 at South Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, at age 68.3 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
3 Jan 1920Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4
21 Apr 1930Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4
10 May 1940Summersville, Nicholas Co, WVRoy Carlyle Alderson, Hattie P. Hutchinson, Nancy Marion Alderson and Betty Jo Alderson4

Partners and Children
Marriage*12 Sep 1944 She married Emil Jurak on 12 Sep 1944.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2077] Dau. of James D. and Emma Thorn (Borthwick) McCluer.
  2. [S57] Nicholas County Historical Society, Nicholas County History, Nicholas Co., WV, 1985, p. 140.
  3. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Anita Peggy Alderson1,2

F, #4053
Pedigree
FatherRoy Carlyle Alderson b. 21 Dec 1895, d. 5 Aug 1980
MotherHattie P. Hutchinson b. 2 Aug 1892, d. 31 Aug 1965
 Anita Peggy Alderson is the daughter of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson. 

Citations

  1. [S2077] Dau. of James D. and Emma Thorn (Borthwick) McCluer.
  2. [S57] Nicholas County Historical Society, Nicholas County History, Nicholas Co., WV, 1985, p. 140.

Dorthea Lee Alderson1,2

F, #4054
Pedigree
FatherRoy Carlyle Alderson b. 21 Dec 1895, d. 5 Aug 1980
MotherHattie P. Hutchinson b. 2 Aug 1892, d. 31 Aug 1965
 Dorthea Lee Alderson is the daughter of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson. 
Marriage*14 Jul 1946 She married Jack Bickerstaff at Nicholas Co, WV, on 14 Jul 1946. 

Partners and Children
Marriage*14 Jul 1946 She married Jack Bickerstaff at Nicholas Co, WV, on 14 Jul 1946. 

Citations

  1. [S2077] Dau. of James D. and Emma Thorn (Borthwick) McCluer.
  2. [S57] Nicholas County Historical Society, Nicholas County History, Nicholas Co., WV, 1985, p. 140.

John Henry Alderson1,2

M, #4055
Pedigree
FatherRoy Carlyle Alderson b. 21 Dec 1895, d. 5 Aug 1980
MotherHattie P. Hutchinson b. 2 Aug 1892, d. 31 Aug 1965
 John Henry Alderson is the son of Roy Carlyle Alderson and Hattie P. Hutchinson. 
Marriage*1 Feb 1947 He married Mary Bailey at Richwood, Nicholas Co, WV, on 1 Feb 1947.
John Henry Alderson, age 21, b. Nicholas Co, res. Summersville, par. Roy and Hattie Alderson; Mary Bailey, age 24, b. Nicholas Co, res. Richwood, par. Mallard & Naomi Bailey; md. by I.E. Cregger, Richwood, WV.3 

Partners and Children
Marriage*1 Feb 1947 He married Mary Bailey at Richwood, Nicholas Co, WV, on 1 Feb 1947.
John Henry Alderson, age 21, b. Nicholas Co, res. Summersville, par. Roy and Hattie Alderson; Mary Bailey, age 24, b. Nicholas Co, res. Richwood, par. Mallard & Naomi Bailey; md. by I.E. Cregger, Richwood, WV.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2077] Dau. of James D. and Emma Thorn (Borthwick) McCluer.
  2. [S57] Nicholas County Historical Society, Nicholas County History, Nicholas Co., WV, 1985, p. 140.
  3. [S2712] WV Marriages Nicholas Co, WV.

Asa Beecher Cummings1

M, #4086, b. 19 Apr 1904, d. 19 Apr 1987
Pedigree
Birth*19 Apr 1904 Asa was born at Sinks Grove, Monroe Co, WV, on 19 Apr 1904. 
Marriage*20 Apr 1925 He married Mildred Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 20 Apr 1925.
Beecher Cummings, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, res. Alderson; Mildred Burdette, age 21, single, b. Summers Co, res. Summers Co; md by W.F. Hank.2 
Employment*Apr 1930 Occupation: coal company worker in Apr 1930 at Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WV. Boss.3 
Census*30 Apr 1930 Asa Beecher Cummings and Mildred Burdette appeared on the census as head of household at Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WV, on 30 Apr 1930.3 
EmploymentMay 1940 Occupation: coal miner in May 1940 at Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WV.3 
Census13 May 1940 Asa Beecher Cummings and Mildred Burdette appeared on the census as head of household at Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WV, on 13 May 1940.3 
Death*19 Apr 1987 Asa died on 19 Apr 1987 at Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, at age 83. 
Burial* His body was interred at Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, at Sunset Memorial Park. 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
30 Apr 1930Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WVAsa Beecher Cummings and Mildred Burdette3
13 May 1940Cranberry, Raleigh Co, WVAsa Beecher Cummings and Mildred Burdette3

Partners and Children
Marriage*20 Apr 1925 He married Mildred Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 20 Apr 1925.
Beecher Cummings, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, res. Alderson; Mildred Burdette, age 21, single, b. Summers Co, res. Summers Co; md by W.F. Hank.2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S2083] Obituary; son of Hugh M. and Nancy (Talbott) Cummings.
  2. [S2712] WV Marriages Summers Co, WV.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Nancy T. Cummings1

F, #4087
Pedigree
FatherAsa Beecher Cummings b. 19 Apr 1904, d. 19 Apr 1987
MotherMildred Burdette b. 28 Apr 1908, d. 15 Nov 1988
 Nancy T. Cummings is the daughter of Asa Beecher Cummings and Mildred Burdette. 
Marriage* She married Robert Shultz. 

Partners and Children
Marriage* She married Robert Shultz. 

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.

Robert Shultz

M, #4088
Pedigree
Marriage* He married Nancy T. Cummings. 

Partners and Children
Marriage* He married Nancy T. Cummings. 

Grafton O. Harrah1

M, #4089, b. 14 Mar 1890, d. 1 Mar 1950
Pedigree
FatherAlexander Dixon Harrah2 b. 23 Jun 1864, d. 3 Jan 1934
MotherMartha Ann McGraw2 b. 30 Aug 1862, d. 20 Aug 1964
Birth*14 Mar 1890 Grafton was born at Fayette Co, WV, on 14 Mar 1890.3,4,2,5,6 
 He was the son of Alexander Dixon Harrah and Martha Ann McGraw.2 
(Witness) Census13 Jun 1900 Grafton O. Harrah appeared on the census of 13 Jun 1900 in the household of Alexander Dixon Harrah and Martha Ann McGraw at Mt Cove Dist, Fayette Co, WV.6 
(Witness) Census26 Apr 1910 Grafton O. Harrah appeared on the census of 26 Apr 1910 in the household of Alexander Dixon Harrah and Martha Ann McGraw at Columbia Blvd, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV.1 
EmploymentJun 1917 Occupation: coal company worker in Jun 1917 at Springton, Mercer Co, WV. Tipple work, Solvay Colliery Co..3 
Residence*5 Jun 1917 Grafton O. Harrah resided at 628 Kanawha Blvd, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 5 Jun 1917.3 
Mlt-Registration*5 Jun 1917 He registered for the draft on 5 Jun 1917 at Mercer Co, WV.3 
Mlt-Service*from 4 Dec 1917 to 1 Apr 1919 He was Sergeant, aero squadron from 4 Dec 1917 to 1 Apr 1919 at WWI.7 
EmploymentJan 1920 Occupation: engineer in Jan 1920 at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV. Railroad.1 
(Witness) Census3 Jan 1920 He appeared on the census of 3 Jan 1920 in the household of Alexander Dixon Harrah and Martha Ann McGraw at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV.1 
Marriage*4 Sep 1921 He married Leora V. Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 4 Sep 1921.
G.O. Harrah, age 31, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Secoma [Summers Co]; Leora Burdette, age 19, single, b. Summers Co, res. Summers Co; md by H.P. Hackney.5 
Employment*Apr 1930 Occupation: postmaster in Apr 1930 at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV.1 
Census*5 Apr 1930 Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette appeared on the census as head of household at Meadow Creek Rd, Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV, on 5 Apr 1930.1 
Residence*11 Jul 1932 Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette resided at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV, on 11 Jul 1932.7 
Illness*from 11 Jul 1932 to 10 Oct 1932 Grafton O. Harrah was ill with hemangioma of nose from 11 Jul 1932 to 10 Oct 1932 at National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers, Dayton, Montgomery Co, OH.7 
Residence3 Jan 1934 He resided at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV, on 3 Jan 1934.8 
EmploymentApr 1942 Grafton's occupation: Not employed at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, in Apr 1942.4 
Residence27 Apr 1942 He resided at 743 1/2 Virginia St W, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 27 Apr 1942.4 
Mlt-Registration27 Apr 1942 He registered for the draft on 27 Apr 1942 at Kanawha Co, WV.4 
Residence1944 He resided at 743 1/2 Virginia St W, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, in 1944.9 
Residence1946 He resided at 743 1/2 Virginia St W, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, in 1946.10 
Death*1 Mar 1950 Grafton died on 1 Mar 1950 at VA Hospital, Lexington, Fayette Co, KY, at age 59.2 
Burial* He was buried at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV.2 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
13 Jun 1900Mt Cove Dist, Fayette Co, WVAlexander Dixon Harrah, Martha Ann McGraw, Earl O. Harrah, Essie G. Harrah, Grafton O. Harrah, Holland E. Harrah, Stella May Harrah, Carrie M. Harrah, Russie Eugenia Harrah and Susan (?)6
26 Apr 1910Columbia Blvd, Charleston, Kanawha Co, WVAlexander Dixon Harrah, Martha Ann McGraw, Earl O. Harrah, Essie G. Harrah, Grafton O. Harrah, Holland E. Harrah, Stella May Harrah, Russie Eugenia Harrah, Walter V. Harrah, Carrie M. Harrah, Lena A. Harrah, Leon Alexander Harrah and Howard Dixon Harrah1
3 Jan 1920Charleston, Kanawha Co, WVAlexander Dixon Harrah, Martha Ann McGraw, Grafton O. Harrah, Holland E. Harrah, Stella May Harrah, Carrie M. Harrah, Russie Eugenia Harrah, Walter V. Harrah, Lena A. Harrah, Howard Dixon Harrah and Leon Alexander Harrah1
5 Apr 1930Meadow Creek Rd, Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WVGrafton O. Harrah, Leora V. Burdette, Alvin Alexander Harrah, Edward Owen Harrah and Minnie Mae Johnson1

Partners and Children
Marriage*4 Sep 1921 He married Leora V. Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 4 Sep 1921.
G.O. Harrah, age 31, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Secoma [Summers Co]; Leora Burdette, age 19, single, b. Summers Co, res. Summers Co; md by H.P. Hackney.5 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S229] Deaths, Civil Records Kentucky Death Certificates.
  3. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  5. [S2712] WV Marriages Summers Co, WV.
  6. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  7. [S2752] Ancestry.com., Military Records (ancestry.com), Ancestry.com. U.S. National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers, 1866-1938 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2007.
  8. [S237] Obituary, A.D. Harrah, Charleston (WV) Gazette, Thursday, 4 Jan 1934.
  9. [S2751] Ancestry.com., City Directory (ancestry.com), Polk's Dunbar City Directory, 1944.
  10. [S2751] Ancestry.com., City Directory (ancestry.com), Polk's Charleston City Directory, 1946.

Richard Dixon Harrah1

M, #4090
Pedigree
FatherGrafton O. Harrah b. 14 Mar 1890, d. 1 Mar 1950
MotherLeora V. Burdette b. 10 Dec 1903, d. Apr 1984
 Richard Dixon Harrah is the son of Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette. 
Marriage*29 Jan 1952 He married Patricia Ann Haynes at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 29 Jan 1952. Richard Dixon Harrah, age 19, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. Charleston; Patricia Ann Haynes, age 18, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. Charleston; md by Rev. Wm. G. Farmer at Charleston.1 

Partners and Children
Marriage*29 Jan 1952 He married Patricia Ann Haynes at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 29 Jan 1952. Richard Dixon Harrah, age 19, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. Charleston; Patricia Ann Haynes, age 18, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. Charleston; md by Rev. Wm. G. Farmer at Charleston.1 

Citations

  1. [S2712] WV Marriages Kanawha Co, WV.

John Carroll Harrah1,2

M, #4091
Pedigree
FatherGrafton O. Harrah b. 14 Mar 1890, d. 1 Mar 1950
MotherLeora V. Burdette b. 10 Dec 1903, d. Apr 1984
 John Carroll Harrah is the son of Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette. 
Marriage*27 Aug 1954 He married Doris Dawn Smith at Dunbar, Kanawha Co, WV, on 27 Aug 1954. John Carroll Hurrah, age 24, single, b. Summers Co, res. 743 1/2 Virginia St W, Charleston, WV; Doris Dawn Smith, age 22, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. 2507 Myers Ave, Dunbar, WV; md by Rev. S. Azo F. Wagner, Dunbar, WV.1 

Partners and Children
Marriage*27 Aug 1954 He married Doris Dawn Smith at Dunbar, Kanawha Co, WV, on 27 Aug 1954. John Carroll Hurrah, age 24, single, b. Summers Co, res. 743 1/2 Virginia St W, Charleston, WV; Doris Dawn Smith, age 22, single, b. Kanawha Co, res. 2507 Myers Ave, Dunbar, WV; md by Rev. S. Azo F. Wagner, Dunbar, WV.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2712] WV Marriages Kanawha Co, WV.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S2719] "Four Generations Present at Harrah Family Reunion," Beckley (WV) Post-Herald, Friday, 7 Aug 1964.

Alvin Alexander Harrah1,2

M, #4092, b. 10 Jan 1923, d. 18 Jan 1977
Pedigree
FatherGrafton O. Harrah b. 14 Mar 1890, d. 1 Mar 1950
MotherLeora V. Burdette b. 10 Dec 1903, d. Apr 1984
Birth*10 Jan 1923 Alvin was born at WV on 10 Jan 1923.2,3 
 He was the son of Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette. 
(Witness) Census5 Apr 1930 Alvin Alexander Harrah appeared on the census of 5 Apr 1930 in the household of Grafton O. Harrah and Leora V. Burdette at Meadow Creek Rd, Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV.2 
Marriage*17 May 1947 He married Helen June Ellis at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 17 May 1947. Alvin Alexander Harrah, age 24, single, b. Summers Co, res. 743 1/2 Va. St, Charleston; Helen June Ellis, age 24, b. Kanawha Co, res. 1318 Lee St, Charleston; md. by Rev. Frank Donaldson at Charleston.1 
Death*18 Jan 1977 Alvin died on 18 Jan 1977 at Houston, Harris Co, TX, at age 54. Kill in an automobile accident.4,3 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
5 Apr 1930Meadow Creek Rd, Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WVGrafton O. Harrah, Leora V. Burdette, Alvin Alexander Harrah, Edward Owen Harrah and Minnie Mae Johnson2

Partners and Children
Marriage*17 May 1947 He married Helen June Ellis at Charleston, Kanawha Co, WV, on 17 May 1947. Alvin Alexander Harrah, age 24, single, b. Summers Co, res. 743 1/2 Va. St, Charleston; Helen June Ellis, age 24, b. Kanawha Co, res. 1318 Lee St, Charleston; md. by Rev. Frank Donaldson at Charleston.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2712] WV Marriages Kanawha Co, WV.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S237] Obituary, Alvin Harrah, Charleston (WV) Gazette, Friday, 21 Jan 1977.

Marjorie May Epperly1

F, #4093, b. 19 Nov 1910, d. 31 Jan 2003
Pedigree
FatherHenry Philip Epperly2 b. 16 Apr 1880, d. 5 Nov 1962
MotherMeda Stanley2 b. 10 Apr 1881, d. 21 Apr 1924
Birth*19 Nov 1910 Marjorie was born at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, on 19 Nov 1910.3,2,1,4 
 She was the daughter of Henry Philip Epperly and Meda Stanley.2 
(Witness) Census19 Jan 1920 Marjorie May Epperly appeared on the census of 19 Jan 1920 in the household of Henry Philip Epperly and Meda Stanley at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 
(Witness) Census3 Apr 1930 Marjorie May Epperly appeared on the census of 3 Apr 1930 in the household of Henry Philip Epperly and Flossie Roles at Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WV.2 
Marriage*17 Jan 1933 She married John Edward Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 17 Jan 1933.
John E. Burdette, age 22, single, b. Summers Co, res. Meadow Creek; Marjorie M. Epperly, age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Meadow Creek; md by Henry Dillon.4 
Employment*Apr 1940 Occupation: teacher in Apr 1940 at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV. Elementary, public schools.2 
Census*4 Apr 1940 Marjorie May Epperly and John Edward Burdette appeared on the census as head of household at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV, on 4 Apr 1940.2 
Residence5 Nov 1962 Marjorie May Epperly resided at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 5 Nov 1962.5 
Residence30 Jan 1964 She resided at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 30 Jan 1964.6 
Residence5 Aug 1964 John Edward Burdette and Marjorie May Epperly resided at Temple St, Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 5 Aug 1964.7 
Residence*30 Mar 1981 She resided at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 30 Mar 1981.8 
Death*31 Jan 2003 Marjorie died on 31 Jan 2003 at Princeton Hospital, Princeton, Mercer Co, WV, at age 92.3,1 
Burial*3 Feb 2003 Her body was interred on 3 Feb 2003 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co, WV, at Huse Memorial Park.3,1 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
19 Jan 1920Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVHenry Philip Epperly, Meda Stanley, Bessie E. Epperly, Herman Henry Epperly, Marjorie May Epperly, Woodrow Wilson Epperly, Bernard S. Epperly and Robert Epperly2
3 Apr 1930Fayetteville Dist, Fayette Co, WVHenry Philip Epperly, Flossie Roles, Herman Henry Epperly, Marjorie May Epperly, Woodrow Wilson Epperly, Bernard S. Epperly, Robert Epperly, Mildred Ann Epperly, Arvella Jo Epperly and Thelma Kincaid2
4 Apr 1940Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WVJohn Edward Burdette, Marjorie May Epperly and Jo Ellen Burdette2

Partners and Children
Marriage*17 Jan 1933 She married John Edward Burdette at Summers Co, WV, on 17 Jan 1933.
John E. Burdette, age 22, single, b. Summers Co, res. Meadow Creek; Marjorie M. Epperly, age 22, single, b. Fayette Co, res. Meadow Creek; md by Henry Dillon.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2734] Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society., Fayette County Cemetery Records, Vol. VI, Huse Memorial Park (Fayette-Raleigh Genealogical Society),.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Marjorie Mae Epperly Burdette, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 4 February 2003.
  4. [S2712] WV Marriages Summers Co, WV.
  5. [S237] Obituary, H. P. 'Dink' Epperly, Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, Tuesday, 6 November 1962.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Herman Henry Epperly, Charleston (WV) Daily Mail, Friday, 31 January 1964.
  7. [S2719] "Four Generations Present at Harrah Family Reunion," Beckley (WV) Post-Herald, Friday, 7 Aug 1964.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Bernard S. Epperly, obit, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 7 April 1981.

Jo Ellen Burdette1

F, #4094, b. 16 May 1934, d. 10 Feb 2019
Pedigree
FatherJohn Edward Burdette b. 21 Nov 1910, d. 25 Oct 2003
MotherMarjorie May Epperly b. 19 Nov 1910, d. 31 Jan 2003
Birth*16 May 1934 Jo was born at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV, on 16 May 1934.2,3,4 
 She was the daughter of John Edward Burdette and Marjorie May Epperly. 
(Witness) Census4 Apr 1940 Jo Ellen Burdette appeared on the census of 4 Apr 1940 in the household of John Edward Burdette and Marjorie May Epperly at Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WV.4 
Marriage*23 Mar 1957 She married James Simon Kerr at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Mar 1957.
James Simon Kerr, age 22, single, b. Hinton, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. J.S. Kerr & Lucille Huffman, brakeman, C&O RR; Jo Ellen Burdette, age 22, single, b. Meadow Creek, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. John E. Burdette & Marjorie Epperly, bookkeeper, First National Bank of Hinton; md by Andrew G. Lynch at Covington.3 
Residence31 Jan 2003 Jo Ellen Burdette resided at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 31 Jan 2003.5 
Residence*25 Oct 2003 She resided at Hinton, Summers Co, WV, on 25 Oct 2003.1 
Death*10 Feb 2019 Jo died on 10 Feb 2019 at Bowers Hospice House, Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, at age 84.
Jo Ellen was the loving daughter of John E. and Marjorie Burdette, who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her best friend and husband of 62 years, James S. Kerr, her special dog, Lady and brother Ed Burdette and wife Wanda of Charleston, WV and niece, Cindy Ellis of Gulfport, MS.

Jo and her husband Jim were seldom apart and were truly devoted to each other. Jo Ellen was a 1952 graduate of Hinton High School and the Bluefield Business School. She was the Office Manager of the James S. Kerr Real Estate Agency in Hinton for the last 40 years. She was an avid outdoors person when physically able. In later years, she and her husband enjoyed long drives in the remote countryside looking for bear sightings and watching other wildlife.

Jo Ellen will be remembered for her thoughtfulness and remembrance of others. We all would be well served if we could adopt her outlook on life and her attitude in the face of adversity.

Our family wishes to recognize the care provided her by Carol Bishop and Linda Ball. We would also recognize the staff of Bowers Hospice House for the kind quality care and attention they provided.

Funeral services for Jo Ellen will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday February 13, 2019 at Pivont Funeral Home Chapel in Hinton with Pastor Jeff Canterbury officiating. Burial will follow in Restwood Memorial Gardens in Hinton. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until time of services on Wednesday at the funeral home.2 
Burial*13 Feb 2019 Her body was interred on 13 Feb 2019 at Madams Creek, Summers Co, WV, at Restwood Mem Park.2 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 Apr 1940Meadow Creek, Summers Co, WVJohn Edward Burdette, Marjorie May Epperly and Jo Ellen Burdette4

Partners and Children
Marriage*23 Mar 1957 She married James Simon Kerr at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Mar 1957.
James Simon Kerr, age 22, single, b. Hinton, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. J.S. Kerr & Lucille Huffman, brakeman, C&O RR; Jo Ellen Burdette, age 22, single, b. Meadow Creek, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. John E. Burdette & Marjorie Epperly, bookkeeper, First National Bank of Hinton; md by Andrew G. Lynch at Covington.3 

Citations

  1. [S237] Obituary, John E. Burdette, Beckley (WV) Register-Herald, October 2003, via Gaye Whitehead.
  2. [S237] Obituary, Jo Ellen Kerr, Hinton (WV) Pivont Funeral Home, online at https://www.pivontfuneralhome.com/obituary/jo-kerr, accessed November 2019.
  3. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Marriage Records, 1936-2014 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Marjorie Mae Epperly Burdette, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 4 February 2003.

John Edward Burdette Jr.1

M, #4095
Pedigree
FatherJohn Edward Burdette b. 21 Nov 1910, d. 25 Oct 2003
MotherMarjorie May Epperly b. 19 Nov 1910, d. 31 Jan 2003
 John Edward Burdette Jr. is the son of John Edward Burdette and Marjorie May Epperly. 
Marriage* He married Wanda (?).2 

Partners and Children
Marriage* He married Wanda (?).2 
Child

Citations

  1. [S2083] Obituary; son of Hugh M. and Nancy (Talbott) Cummings.
  2. [S237] Obituary, Joe Ellen Kerr, Hinton (WV) Pivont Funeral Home, online at https://www.pivontfuneralhome.com/obituary/jo-kerr, accessed November 2019.
  3. [S237] Obituary, Jo Ellen Kerr, Hinton (WV) Pivont Funeral Home, online at https://www.pivontfuneralhome.com/obituary/jo-kerr, accessed November 2019.

James Simon Kerr1

M, #4096
Pedigree
Marriage*23 Mar 1957 He married Jo Ellen Burdette at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Mar 1957.
James Simon Kerr, age 22, single, b. Hinton, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. J.S. Kerr & Lucille Huffman, brakeman, C&O RR; Jo Ellen Burdette, age 22, single, b. Meadow Creek, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. John E. Burdette & Marjorie Epperly, bookkeeper, First National Bank of Hinton; md by Andrew G. Lynch at Covington.1 

Partners and Children
Marriage*23 Mar 1957 He married Jo Ellen Burdette at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 23 Mar 1957.
James Simon Kerr, age 22, single, b. Hinton, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. J.S. Kerr & Lucille Huffman, brakeman, C&O RR; Jo Ellen Burdette, age 22, single, b. Meadow Creek, WV, res. Hinton, WV, par. John E. Burdette & Marjorie Epperly, bookkeeper, First National Bank of Hinton; md by Andrew G. Lynch at Covington.1 

Citations

  1. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Marriage Records, 1936-2014 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.

Opal Pauline Willis

F, #4097, b. 4 Sep 1922, d. 30 Jan 1990
Pedigree
FatherCarlos Maynard Willis b. 20 Jun 1898, d. 19 Feb 1971
MotherJulia Lind Burdette b. 7 Mar 1902, d. 8 Jan 1985
Birth*4 Sep 1922 Opal was born at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 4 Sep 1922. 
 She was the daughter of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette. 
(Witness) Census4 Apr 1930 Opal Pauline Willis appeared on the census of 4 Apr 1930 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WV.1 
(Witness) Census13 Apr 1940 Opal Pauline Willis appeared on the census of 13 Apr 1940 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WV.2 
Marriage*5 Oct 1944 She married Benjamin Kyle Tallman at East Rainelle, Greenbrier Co, WV, on 5 Oct 1944. Benny Kyle Tallman, age 19, single, b. 11 Nov 1924, Cass, Pocahontas Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Ellis Kyle & Matilda R. Tallman; Opal Pauline Willis, age 22, single, b. 4 Sept 1922, Sandstone, Summers Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Carlos M. & Julia L. Willis; md by J.E. Brown at his home in East Rainelle.3 
Residence19 Feb 1971 Opal Pauline Willis resided at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, on 19 Feb 1971.4 
Residence*8 Jan 1985 She resided at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, on 8 Jan 1985.5 
Death*30 Jan 1990 Opal died on 30 Jan 1990 at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, at age 67.6 
Burial*1 Feb 1990 Her body was interred on 1 Feb 1990 at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, at Laurel Ld Mem Pk.6 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 Apr 1930Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis and Mildred Lorene Willis1
13 Apr 1940Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Mildred Lorene Willis and Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis2

Partners and Children
Marriage*5 Oct 1944 She married Benjamin Kyle Tallman at East Rainelle, Greenbrier Co, WV, on 5 Oct 1944. Benny Kyle Tallman, age 19, single, b. 11 Nov 1924, Cass, Pocahontas Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Ellis Kyle & Matilda R. Tallman; Opal Pauline Willis, age 22, single, b. 4 Sept 1922, Sandstone, Summers Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Carlos M. & Julia L. Willis; md by J.E. Brown at his home in East Rainelle.3 
Children

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, Summers Co, WV, ED 45-13, p. 11A, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S2712] WV Marriages Greenbrier Co, WV.
  4. [S237] Obituary, Carlos M. Willis, Beckley (WV) Post-Herald & Register, 21 February 1971.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Julia Burdette Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 15 January 1985.
  6. [S747] Obit. of Opal Pauline Tallman.

Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis

M, #4098, b. 18 Oct 1925, d. 22 Jul 2003
Pedigree
FatherCarlos Maynard Willis b. 20 Jun 1898, d. 19 Feb 1971
MotherJulia Lind Burdette b. 7 Mar 1902, d. 8 Jan 1985
Birth*18 Oct 1925 Eugene was born at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 18 Oct 1925.1,2 
 He was the son of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette. 
(Witness) Census4 Apr 1930 Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis appeared on the census of 4 Apr 1930 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WV.3 
(Witness) Census13 Apr 1940 Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis appeared on the census of 13 Apr 1940 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WV.4 
Marriage* He married Betty Jo Andrews. 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1950 Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1950 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV.3 
Residence19 Feb 1971 Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis resided at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 19 Feb 1971.5 
Residence8 Jan 1985 He resided at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 8 Jan 1985.6 
Residence*19 Oct 1987 He resided at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 19 Oct 1987.7 
Death*22 Jul 2003 Eugene died on 22 Jul 2003 at Beckley Appalachian Hosp, Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, at age 77.2,1 
Burial*24 Jul 2003 His body was interred on 24 Jul 2003 at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, at Richmond Cemetery.2 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 Apr 1930Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis and Mildred Lorene Willis3
13 Apr 1940Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Mildred Lorene Willis and Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis4
27 Apr 1950Sandstone, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Mildred Lorene Willis, Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis and Martha Ellen Withrow3

Partners and Children
Marriage* He married Betty Jo Andrews. 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  2. [S237] Obituary, Eugene C. "Jim" Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 29 July 2003.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, Summers Co, WV, ED 45-13, p. 11A, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Carlos M. Willis, Beckley (WV) Post-Herald & Register, 21 February 1971.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Julia Burdette Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 15 January 1985.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Betty Jo Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 27 October 1987.

Mildred Lorene Willis1

F, #4099, b. 26 Sep 1927, d. 31 Jul 2009
Pedigree
FatherCarlos Maynard Willis b. 20 Jun 1898, d. 19 Feb 1971
MotherJulia Lind Burdette b. 7 Mar 1902, d. 8 Jan 1985
Birth*26 Sep 1927 Mildred was born at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV, on 26 Sep 1927.1,2 
 She was the daughter of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette. 
(Witness) Census4 Apr 1930 Mildred Lorene Willis appeared on the census of 4 Apr 1930 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WV.3 
(Witness) Census13 Apr 1940 Mildred Lorene Willis appeared on the census of 13 Apr 1940 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WV.4 
(Witness) Census27 Apr 1950 Mildred Lorene Willis appeared on the census of 27 Apr 1950 in the household of Carlos Maynard Willis and Julia Lind Burdette at Sandstone, Summers Co, WV.3 
Education*1964 She was a student at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, in 1964. School: C&O Hospital School of Nursing. Graduate.5 
Marriage*11 Sep 1965 She married Ambler Glazebrooke Sutherland at Roanoke, VA, on 11 Sep 1965. Ambler Glazebrooke Sutherland, age 46, single, b. Suffolk, VA, res. Clifton Forge, VA, par. Paul Sutherland & Virgilia Argyle Glazebrooke, teacher (college); Mildred Lorene Willis, age 37, single, b. Sandstone, WV, res. Clifton Forge, VA, par. Carlos Maynard Willis & Julia Lind Burdette, nurse; md by Richard R. Beasley at Roanoke.1 
Residence19 Feb 1971 Mildred Lorene Willis resided at Clifton Forge, Alleghany Co, VA, on 19 Feb 1971.6 
Residence8 Jan 1985 She resided at Millboro Springs, Bath Co, VA, on 8 Jan 1985.7 
Residence*1990 She resided at Millboro Springs, Bath Co, VA, in 1990. 
Residence22 Jul 2003 She resided at Millboro, Bath Co, VA, on 22 Jul 2003.8 
Residence8 Jun 2009 She resided at Millboro Springs, Bath Co, VA, on 8 Jun 2009.9 
Death*31 Jul 2009 Mildred died on 31 Jul 2009 at Carilion Roanoke Mem Hosp, Roanoke, VA, at age 81.2,10 
Burial*2 Aug 2009 Her body was interred on 2 Aug 2009 at Low Moor, Alleghany Co, VA, at Alleghany Memorial Park.2 

Census Record Summary

Enumeration DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
4 Apr 1930Green Sulphur Dist, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis and Mildred Lorene Willis3
13 Apr 1940Laurel Creek Rd, Sandstone, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Opal Pauline Willis, Mildred Lorene Willis and Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis4
27 Apr 1950Sandstone, Summers Co, WVCarlos Maynard Willis, Julia Lind Burdette, Mildred Lorene Willis, Eugene C. 'Jim' Willis and Martha Ellen Withrow3

Partners and Children
Marriage*11 Sep 1965 She married Ambler Glazebrooke Sutherland at Roanoke, VA, on 11 Sep 1965. Ambler Glazebrooke Sutherland, age 46, single, b. Suffolk, VA, res. Clifton Forge, VA, par. Paul Sutherland & Virgilia Argyle Glazebrooke, teacher (college); Mildred Lorene Willis, age 37, single, b. Sandstone, WV, res. Clifton Forge, VA, par. Carlos Maynard Willis & Julia Lind Burdette, nurse; md by Richard R. Beasley at Roanoke.1 

Citations

  1. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Marriage Records, 1936-2014 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  2. [S237] Obituary, Mildred Willis Sutherland, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 4 August 2009.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, Summers Co, WV, ED 45-13, p. 11A, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S237] Obituary, Mildred Willis Sutherland, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 4 Aug 2009.
  6. [S237] Obituary, Carlos M. Willis, Beckley (WV) Post-Herald & Register, 21 February 1971.
  7. [S237] Obituary, Julia Burdette Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 15 January 1985.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Eugene C. "Jim" Willis, Hinton (WV) News, Tuesday, 29 July 2003.
  9. [S237] Obituary, James Douglas Willis, Beckley (WV) Register-Herald, Thursday, 11 June 2009, online at http://www.register-herald.com/archivesearch/…, accessed Nov 2009.
  10. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.

Benjamin Kyle Tallman

M, #4100, b. 11 Nov 1924, d. 11 Jan 2003
Pedigree
Birth*11 Nov 1924 Benjamin was born at Cass, Pocahontas Co, WV, on 11 Nov 1924.1,2 
Marriage*5 Oct 1944 He married Opal Pauline Willis at East Rainelle, Greenbrier Co, WV, on 5 Oct 1944. Benny Kyle Tallman, age 19, single, b. 11 Nov 1924, Cass, Pocahontas Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Ellis Kyle & Matilda R. Tallman; Opal Pauline Willis, age 22, single, b. 4 Sept 1922, Sandstone, Summers Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Carlos M. & Julia L. Willis; md by J.E. Brown at his home in East Rainelle.1 
Residence*Feb 1990 Benjamin Kyle Tallman resided at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, in Feb 1990.3 
Death*11 Jan 2003 He died on 11 Jan 2003 at Dallas, Dallas Co, TX, at age 78..2 

Partners and Children
Marriage*5 Oct 1944 He married Opal Pauline Willis at East Rainelle, Greenbrier Co, WV, on 5 Oct 1944. Benny Kyle Tallman, age 19, single, b. 11 Nov 1924, Cass, Pocahontas Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Ellis Kyle & Matilda R. Tallman; Opal Pauline Willis, age 22, single, b. 4 Sept 1922, Sandstone, Summers Co, res. East Rainelle, par. Carlos M. & Julia L. Willis; md by J.E. Brown at his home in East Rainelle.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2712] WV Marriages Greenbrier Co, WV.
  2. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S747] Obit. of Opal Pauline Tallman.