Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
BirthNov 15, 1929, Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia [2856]
DeathJan 25, 2014, Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia [2856]
BurialElk Run Cemetery, Newtown Road (Rt. 759), Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia [2856]
FatherMetford Washington COVERSTONE (1898-1994)
MotherClarice Virginia SHIPP (1899-1984)
Spouses
DeathJan 25, 2018, Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia [2854]
BurialElk Run Cemetery, Newtown Road (Rt. 759), Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia [2854]
FatherRev. Silas Earnest MADREN (1902-1979)
MotherRuth GILLIAM (1907-1960)
No Children
Obituary Online notes for Jean Elizabeth COVERSTONE
Jean C. Madren 84, of Elkton passed away on Saturday January 25, 2014 at her home.
Jean was born November 15, 1929 in Elkton and was the daughter of M. W. and Clarice S. Coverstone.
On May 16, 1953 she married William Robert Madren who survives.
Jean graduated from Elkton High School in 1947 with honors, and from Madison College in 1951 with honors and a B.S. degree in Science. She became a lab technician with Merck & Company until they downsized in 1954. She then returned to Post Graduate studies and received her master's degree in education from James Madison University in 1966.
Jean began her career in education at Waterman School in Harrisonburg. She joined the Rockingham County School System in 1957 as a Science Teacher at Montevideo High School and later became the guidance counselor at that school. Jean moved to Spotswood High School when it was built in 1980. She remained Guidance Director at Spotswood until she retired in 1996, after 40 years as a Teacher and Counselor.
It was discovered in 1982 that Jean had breast cancer. It was also discovered in 1992 that she had cervical cancer, and in 2006 it was found that she had bone cancer. She lived a very painful life with that condition until her death.
Jean was a member of Elkton United Methodist Women, Order of the Eastern Star Milnes Chapter #3 where she had been a member for 50 years, Delta- Kappa Gamma Society International, Virginia Education Association, National Education Association and Phi Delta Kappa International.
The family will receive friends at the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton Monday evening (Today) from 6~8.
Jean was a lifetime member of Elkton United Methodist Church where her Service will be held 11am Tuesday, January 28, 2014 with the Revs. David Reynolds and Dan Bassett officiating. Burial will follow at the Elk Run Cemetery in Elkton.
In lieu of flowers it is requested that donations be made to Hahn Cancer Center at RMH or to the Elkton Rescue Squad in her name.
~Kyger Funeral Home Obituary, January 26, 2014 [2856]
Jean was born November 15, 1929 in Elkton and was the daughter of M. W. and Clarice S. Coverstone.
On May 16, 1953 she married William Robert Madren who survives.
Jean graduated from Elkton High School in 1947 with honors, and from Madison College in 1951 with honors and a B.S. degree in Science. She became a lab technician with Merck & Company until they downsized in 1954. She then returned to Post Graduate studies and received her master's degree in education from James Madison University in 1966.
Jean began her career in education at Waterman School in Harrisonburg. She joined the Rockingham County School System in 1957 as a Science Teacher at Montevideo High School and later became the guidance counselor at that school. Jean moved to Spotswood High School when it was built in 1980. She remained Guidance Director at Spotswood until she retired in 1996, after 40 years as a Teacher and Counselor.
It was discovered in 1982 that Jean had breast cancer. It was also discovered in 1992 that she had cervical cancer, and in 2006 it was found that she had bone cancer. She lived a very painful life with that condition until her death.
Jean was a member of Elkton United Methodist Women, Order of the Eastern Star Milnes Chapter #3 where she had been a member for 50 years, Delta- Kappa Gamma Society International, Virginia Education Association, National Education Association and Phi Delta Kappa International.
The family will receive friends at the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton Monday evening (Today) from 6~8.
Jean was a lifetime member of Elkton United Methodist Church where her Service will be held 11am Tuesday, January 28, 2014 with the Revs. David Reynolds and Dan Bassett officiating. Burial will follow at the Elk Run Cemetery in Elkton.
In lieu of flowers it is requested that donations be made to Hahn Cancer Center at RMH or to the Elkton Rescue Squad in her name.
~Kyger Funeral Home Obituary, January 26, 2014 [2856]
Obituary Online notes for Willie Robert (Spouse 1)
William Robert “Bill” Madren
BIRTH
5 Mar 1930
Alamance County, North Carolina, USA
DEATH
25 Jan 2018 (aged 87)
Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia, USA
BURIAL
Elk Run Cemetery
Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia, USA
MEMORIAL ID
186893402 · View Source
William "Bill" Robert Madren, 87, of Elkton, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 25, 2018. Bill was born March 5, 1930 in Alamance County, North Carolina and was the son of the late Rev. S.E. and Ruth G. Madren of Elon College, N.C. The family moved to Elkton from North Carolina in time for Bill to meet, Jean, the love of his life at Elkton High School. They were together 67 years. They enjoyed photography, gemstone collecting, gem cutting and making jewelry. Bill was a member of the Elkton Fire Co., Elkton Rescue Squad and JR. O.A.U.M.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Jean C. Madren, brothers, Alva, Thomas and Joseph and sister, Elizabeth. Bill is survived by one brother, James, of Layfayette, Louisianna, a special niece, Erica Martin of Mt. Crawford, a sister-in-law, a brother-in-law and a number of nieces and nephews.
Bill graduated from Elkton High School in 1947 and studied Business Administration at Elon College from 1947-1949. He began his business career at Seven-Up Bottling Co. of Elkton. He married his high school sweetheart May 16, 1953 and became Business Manager for the local Chevrolet Dealer, Hensley Sales and Service. He retired in 1996.
Bill was a member of Elkton United Methodist Church where he held many offices such as Financial Secretary, Auditor, Worship Chairman and substitute Lay Speaker.
Bill was proud to be active in many projects in the Elkton community, particularly those that benefited youth and many bear his name and/or the name of his late wife. Some example of these projects are the Ben Graessle Memorial basketball courts, Stonewall Park playground renovation, as well as numerous projects at both Spotswood and East Rockingham High Schools. He and his wife have several scholarships which will continue for many years, at these schools.
The family will receive friends at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton from 6-8 P.M. Saturday January 27, 2018. Services will be held at Elkton United Methodist Church, 205 Warren St. Elkton V.A. at 2:30 P.M. Sunday January 28, 2018 with Reverend Debbie Powell, Reverend David Vaughan and Reverend Dan Bassett officiating. Burial will follow at Elk Run Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Elkton Rescue Squad or the American Cancer Society.
obit from Kyger Funeral Home website [2854]
BIRTH
5 Mar 1930
Alamance County, North Carolina, USA
DEATH
25 Jan 2018 (aged 87)
Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia, USA
BURIAL
Elk Run Cemetery
Elkton, Rockingham County, Virginia, USA
MEMORIAL ID
186893402 · View Source
William "Bill" Robert Madren, 87, of Elkton, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 25, 2018. Bill was born March 5, 1930 in Alamance County, North Carolina and was the son of the late Rev. S.E. and Ruth G. Madren of Elon College, N.C. The family moved to Elkton from North Carolina in time for Bill to meet, Jean, the love of his life at Elkton High School. They were together 67 years. They enjoyed photography, gemstone collecting, gem cutting and making jewelry. Bill was a member of the Elkton Fire Co., Elkton Rescue Squad and JR. O.A.U.M.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Jean C. Madren, brothers, Alva, Thomas and Joseph and sister, Elizabeth. Bill is survived by one brother, James, of Layfayette, Louisianna, a special niece, Erica Martin of Mt. Crawford, a sister-in-law, a brother-in-law and a number of nieces and nephews.
Bill graduated from Elkton High School in 1947 and studied Business Administration at Elon College from 1947-1949. He began his business career at Seven-Up Bottling Co. of Elkton. He married his high school sweetheart May 16, 1953 and became Business Manager for the local Chevrolet Dealer, Hensley Sales and Service. He retired in 1996.
Bill was a member of Elkton United Methodist Church where he held many offices such as Financial Secretary, Auditor, Worship Chairman and substitute Lay Speaker.
Bill was proud to be active in many projects in the Elkton community, particularly those that benefited youth and many bear his name and/or the name of his late wife. Some example of these projects are the Ben Graessle Memorial basketball courts, Stonewall Park playground renovation, as well as numerous projects at both Spotswood and East Rockingham High Schools. He and his wife have several scholarships which will continue for many years, at these schools.
The family will receive friends at Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton from 6-8 P.M. Saturday January 27, 2018. Services will be held at Elkton United Methodist Church, 205 Warren St. Elkton V.A. at 2:30 P.M. Sunday January 28, 2018 with Reverend Debbie Powell, Reverend David Vaughan and Reverend Dan Bassett officiating. Burial will follow at Elk Run Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Elkton Rescue Squad or the American Cancer Society.
obit from Kyger Funeral Home website [2854]