1. Ancestry.com Web Site, William Milam Search, 14 Oct 2002, submitted by
Dan Betts, danbetts@home.com.
William A. Milam; born on 7 Jun 1879 in Wyoming Co, WV; died on 29 Jun 1946
in Raleigh Co, WV; married Delilah Frances Lane in 1901 in Wyoming Co, WV.
2. 1900 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barker's Ridge District, taken on 8 Jun 1900, Page 216A,
Family #41.
Listed as William A. Milam, age 18, born in WV in Jul 1881, in household of father, Henry M. Milam.
3. "Marriage Records of Wyoming Co, WV", Vol 6, No 215, Haga, page 46.
William Allen Milam, age 19, son of Henry and Lucy Milam, married on
29 Jun 1902 Delilah Francis Lane, age 16, daughter of A.M. and Polly Lane.
4. 1910 Census, Wyoming Co, WV; Barkers Ridge District, taken on 20 May 1910;
Page 212A, Family #280.
Listed as William A. Milam, age 28, born in WV, married 8 yrs, farmer,
head of household.
5. Wyoming Co, WV; WW I Draft Registration Card #319; Pineville, WV Draft Board; 12 Sep 1918.
William Allen Milam; age 37; born on 7 Jul 1881; living at Devils Fork, Wyoming Co, WV; miner
for Iroquois Coal Mining Co; nearest relative, Delilah Francis Milam; medium height and build;
brown eyes and dark hair.
6. 1920 Census, Wyoming Co, WV; Barkers Ridge District; Devils Fork PO; taken on 2 Feb 1920; Page
172A; Family #136.
Listed as Wiliam A. Milam; age 38; born in WV; salesman for grocery store; head of household.
7. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1937) Page 287; WV Archives Website.
William Allen Milam; age 55; born and living in Stephenson, WV; widower; son of Henry M. and Lucy
A. Milam; Married on 24 Dec 1937 at Mullens, WV; Lessie McKinney; age 32; born and living in
Basin, WV; widow; daughter of R.L. and M. A. Garretson.
8. Wyoming Co, WV Death Certificate #8950; WV Archives Web Site.
William Allen Milam; age 65 yrs, 11 mons, 22 days; born on 7 Jul 1879 at Basin, Wyoming Co, WV;
married; husband of Lessie Garretson, age 40; timberman; son of Henry and Lucy Ann Shrewsbury
Milam; died on 29 Jun 1946 at Stephenson, Wyoming Co, WV of congestive heart failure; buried on
1 Jul 1946 in Milam Cemetery, Stephenson, WV; informant, Mrs. Lessie Milam, Stephenson, WV.
1. 1910 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barkers Ridge District, taken on 16 May 1910,
Page 209B, Family #235.
Listed as Lassie Garretson, age 4, born in WV, in household of father, Richard L. Garretson.
2. 1920 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barkers Ridge District, Basin, taken on 20 Jan 1920,
Page 168A, Family #63.
Listed as Lessie Garretson, age 14, born in WV, in household of father, Richard L. Garretson.
3. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1937) Page 287; WV Archives Website.
William Allen Milam; age 55; born and living in Stephenson, WV; widower; son of Henry M. and Lucy
A. Milam; Married on 24 Dec 1937 at Mullens, WV; Lessie McKinney; age 32; born and living in
Basin, WV; widow; daughter of R.L. and M. A. Garretson.
1. 1910 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barkers Ridge District, taken on 16 May 1910,
Page 209B, Family #235.
Listed as Lassie Garretson, age 4, born in WV, in household of father, Richard L. Garretson.
2. 1920 Census, Wyoming Co, WV, Barkers Ridge District, Basin, taken on 20 Jan 1920,
Page 168A, Family #63.
Listed as Lessie Garretson, age 14, born in WV, in household of father, Richard L. Garretson.
3. Wyoming Co, WV; Marriage Records; Vol #__(1937) Page 287; WV Archives Website.
William Allen Milam; age 55; born and living in Stephenson, WV; widower; son of Henry M. and Lucy
A. Milam; Married on 24 Dec 1937 at Mullens, WV; Lessie McKinney; age 32; born and living in
Basin, WV; widow; daughter of R.L. and M. A. Garretson.
1. Douglas Mortuary; Welch. WV; Posted Obit.
"John “Lucan” Dotson, 63, of Davy, WV, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025 at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV. Born February 19, 1962 in Welch, WV, he was the son of the late Nelson Keaton and Evelyn Dotson."John was a truck driver and he was of the Pentecostal Faith, and he enjoyed ginsenging and mushrooming.
"In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, John Lester; one daughter, Heather Lester; his grandparents, John and Oma Dotson of Bull Creek, WV; a special favorite nephew, Brad
Dawson; also preceded by two sisters, Darlene Keaton Riffe and Robin Ball."Those left to cherish his memories are two son, Jonathan and Amber Dotson of Twin Branch, WV and Jordan and Molly Dotson of Lashmeet, WV; three brothers, Doug Dotson, Scotty Dotson and Melissa Evans of Welch, Keith Reynolds of Bristol, TN; three sisters, Charlene Young and Jerry Isom of Hensley, WV, Neda Dawson of Welch, WV, Kim Keaton and David Breeden of Roderfield; four grandchildren, Addison Dotson, Brayden Dotson, Gunner Dotson and Asher Castle; a special niece Heather Collins and his special dog Oreo.
"Funeral services will be conducted Friday, July 25, 2025 at 12:00 Noon from the Twin Branch Pentecostal Holiness Church at Twin Branch with Pastors Melissa Craft and Marie Bolden, officiating.
"Burial will follow in the Asco Community Cemetery in Asco, WV."Friends may call Thursday evening July 24, 2025 at the church after 6:00 PM>
"Pallbearers will be family and friends.
"The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com"
1. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #21337; Ancestry.com Website.
Leroy Roberts; age 21; born in Panther, WV; single; service station worker; living at Iaeger, WV; son
of Oscar and Lola (Shumate) Roberts; married on 28 Jul 1962 in Lebanon, VA; Louise (sic? Linda)
Lockhart; age 16; born and living in Panther, WV; single; daughter of Robert and Marlene (Payne)
Lockhart.
2. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Leroy Roberts, born June 27, 1943, in Panther, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Johnny Cake in Iaeger, WV, in the early hours of July 17, 2025."He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Veronica Helmandollar, a sister Shelby Justice, and his parents, Lola Blankenship and Oscar Roberts.
"Leroy leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 63 years, Linda; his son, Kevin Roberts of Iaeger, WV; grandson Brenton (Samantha) Helmandollar of Lerona, WV; granddaughter Dakota (Dennis) Lester of Knoxville, TN; and great-granddaughters Aubree, Brynlee, Addilyn, Camryn, and Jordyn. He is also survived by his sisters Patsy Powell, Fredia Berholtz, and Shirley Cline, all of Princeton, WV; and Sheila Lester of Iaeger, WV; and a special sister-in-law, Vickie Cline.
"A lifelong resident of McDowell County, Leroy spent the past 50 years on Johnny Cake, where he built a life centered on family and hard work. He proudly served seven years in the Army National Guard of West Virginia, receiving an honorable discharge in October 1971. Leroy was a master excavator operator, finishing his career with RayCo alongside Dewayne and Brandon Bishop. Many also knew him for his skill in automotive painting and bodywork, a passion that began during his time at the Chevrolet dealership in Bradshaw in the 1970s.
"Outside of work, Leroy enjoyed life’s simple pleasures—fishing from the riverbank, relaxing on his porch with a Marlboro Red and a strong cup of black coffee, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who could always bring a smile to his face.
"Leroy was known for his quiet strength, kind heart, and unwavering dedication to his family. He led a humble life grounded in faith, friendship, and love, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and integrity for all who knew him.
"As we say goodbye, we find comfort in knowing that Leroy is now reunited with his loved ones who passed before him and that his spirit will remain forever in our hearts.
"Funeral services will be conducted, Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11 o’clock with Reverend Chris Riffe and Reverend Russell King officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger. Military services will be conducted by the VFW Post #1144 and the West Virginia Honor Guard following the funeral on the parking lot of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton, WV. Pallbearers will be Brenton Helmandollar, Dennis Lester, Ron Lockhart, Tony Cline, Jeff Cline, Jeff Powell, and Brandon Bishop; honorary pallbearers will be Homer Vance, DeWayne Bishop, Butch Guella and Ronald Lee Roberts.
"Friends may visit with the family Saturday morning, July 26, 2025 from 10 o’clock until the time of service at 11.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger is assisting the family.
"Condolences may be sent to the family at www.fanningfuneralhomes.com"
1. 1950 Census, McDowell Co, WV; Shortpole; taken 26 Apr 1950; Sheet Number 41; Dwelling #268
Listed as Linda Lockhart; age 3; born in WV; in household of father, Robert Lockhart.
2. Russell Co, VA; Marriage License #21337; Ancestry.com Website.
Leroy Roberts; age 21; born in Panther, WV; single; service station worker; living at Iaeger, WV; son
of Oscar and Lola (Shumate) Roberts; married on 28 Jul 1962 in Lebanon, VA; Louise (sic? Linda)
Lockhart; age 16; born and living in Panther, WV; single; daughter of Robert and Marlene (Payne)
Lockhart.
3. Fanning Funeral Home; Iaeger, WV; Posted Obit.
"Linda Louise Roberts, born November 8, 1946 in Panther, West Virginia, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the home of her sister in Princeton, West Virginia, following complications from a stroke."She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Veronica Helmandollar; her loving husband of 63 years, Leroy Roberts; her brother, Ronald Lockhart; her sisters, Julie Shelton and June Vance; and her parents, Robert Lockhart and Marlene Payne.
"Linda leaves behind her son, Kevin Roberts of Iaeger, WV; her grandson, Brenton (Samantha) Helmandollar of Lerona, WV; her granddaughter, Dakota (Dennis) Lester of Knoxville, TN; and her cherished great-granddaughters Aubree, Brynlee, Addilyn, Camryn, and Jordyn. She is also survived by her devoted sister, Vicki Cline of Princeton, and her dear friends, Bonnie Salyers, Vesta Riffe, and Francis King all of Iaeger.
"Linda was the heart of her family. Finding a more dedicated mother and grandmother would be impossible. Whether she was making biscuits and gravy or stirring up a quick batch of peanut butter fudge, you never left her home hungry—or unloved. Her family was her pride, her joy, and her life’s purpose. She shared their accomplishments proudly with anyone who would listen and made sure each one knew just how deeply they were loved.
"Linda carried deep grief in recent years, especially in the loss of her husband just three months ago. Yet, as a woman of steadfast faith, she held tightly to the promise of Heaven. We find comfort in knowing she has now been joyfully reunited with Leroy and Veronica. Though her absence leaves us with sadness, we celebrate the peace she has undoubtedly received.
"Her legacy is one of love, devotion, hospitality, and unwavering faith.
"“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
"Funeral services will be conducted Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11 o’clock with Reverend Chris Rife and Reverend Russell King officiating at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memory Gardens in Princeton WV. Pallbearers will be Brenton Helmandollar, Dennis Lester, Ron Lockhart, Tony Cline, Jeff Cline, and Charles Lawson, Jr.
"Friends may visit with the family at the Chapel of Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger, Monday morning, November 10, 2025 from 10 o’clock until the time of service at 11 o’clock.
"Fanning Funeral Home in Iaeger is assisting the family.
"Online condolences may be sent to the family at fanningfuneralhomes.com."