Claude Wesley Drewer Sr.1
M, b. 18 June 1903, d. 23 April 1958
| Father | Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer b. 31 Aug 1870, d. 9 Sep 1946 | |
| Mother | Virginia Leigh Grinnalds b. 10 Dec 1871, d. 1 Sep 1942 |
| Biography* | Mr. Claude W. Drewer, Sr., a highly respected citizen of Saxis, VA, died Wednesday afternoon, 23 Apr 1958, at 4:00 p.m. at the Nassawadox Hospital. Mr. Drewer succumbed after a brief and sudden illness at the age of fifty-four. He was born and reared in Saxis, VA, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd M. Drewer. A man of fine character and personality, he had many devoted friends. He had been an agent for the Home Benefical Life Insurance Co., for over eighteen years. Survivors were listed (Pen. Ent., 24 Apr 1958). | |
| Birth* | 18 June 1903 | Claude was born on 18 June 1903 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Christening | October 1904 | He was christened in October 1904 at Meth Ch, Saxis, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 19 December 1926 | He married Hilda Cathrine Northam, daughter of Charles G. Northam and Sadie C. Johnson, on 19 December 1926 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.4 |
| Was Living | 16 January 1942 | Claude was living on 16 January 1942 at Saxis, Acc Co, VA, (Selective Service).5 |
| Death* | 23 April 1958 | Claude died on 23 April 1958 at NAM Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA, at age 54.6 |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.7 |
Family |
Hilda Cathrine Northam b. c 1908, d. 24 Feb 1996 | |
| Marriage* | 19 December 1926 | He married Hilda Cathrine Northam, daughter of Charles G. Northam and Sadie C. Johnson, on 19 December 1926 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.4 |
| Children | 1. | Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer b. 3 Apr 1929, d. 8 Dec 2013 |
| 2. | Claude Wesley Drewer Jr.+ b. 1 Sep 1931, d. 5 May 2021 | |
| 3. | Charles Northam Drewer+ b. 24 Mar 1937, d. 28 Jul 2016 |
Citations
- [S5] Grinnalds/Drewer Family Records.
- [S76] Pocomoke Charge, Church Register, 1898-1927, Infant Baptisms.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S375] Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records #5, 1917-1936.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Selective Service.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Obituary.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
John Henry Drewer1
M, b. 17 April 1905, d. 14 August 1982
| Father | Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer b. 31 Aug 1870, d. 9 Sep 1946 | |
| Mother | Virginia Leigh Grinnalds b. 10 Dec 1871, d. 1 Sep 1942 |
| Birth* | 17 April 1905 | John was born on 17 April 1905 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Marriage* | 4 August 1928 | He married Mildred Elizabeth Drummond, daughter of John 'Ellis' Drummond and Annie 'Dulcie' Waterfield, on 4 August 1928 at at Somerset Bridge, Som Co, MD.5,2 |
| Was Living | 1942 | John was living in 1942 at Shields, Acc Co, VA.6 |
| Death* | 14 August 1982 | John died on 14 August 1982 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA, at age 77. He is buried in Fairview Lawn Cemetery..7 |
Family |
Mildred Elizabeth Drummond b. 28 Aug 1907, d. 12 Jul 1988 | |
| Children | 1. | John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr.+ b. 3 Jul 1930, d. 18 Apr 2009 |
| 2. | Newman Henry Drewer+ b. 17 Mar 1941, d. 24 Jun 1994 |
Citations
- [S5] Grinnalds/Drewer Family Records.
- [S164] W. Edward Melson Jr., Drummond Family, p. 27.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S233] Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Licenses, 1921-1937.
- [S1122] Mary Elizabeth Hall.
- [S2409] W. Edward Melson Jr., Drummond Family Update 2014.
William Thomas Drewer Sr.1
M, b. 28 July 1908, d. 23 March 1967
| Father | Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer b. 31 Aug 1870, d. 9 Sep 1946 | |
| Mother | Virginia Leigh Grinnalds b. 10 Dec 1871, d. 1 Sep 1942 |
| Birth* | 28 July 1908 | William was born on 28 July 1908 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Church member* | 1917 | William was on the in 1917 roll of the at Meth Ch, Saxis, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Anecdote* | 11 July 1931 | On 8 July 1931 Gay Evans, little daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Evans, met with a peculiar accident Saturday, July 4th, when she fell head first down a 5 ft well in the yard of L.M. Drewer. There was some water in the well, but as she was conscious when she hit the bottom, she quickly turned herself around and stood up in the water. William Drewer was held by his feet and formed a human ladder to get her from the well. She was unhurt, to the pleasure of her many friends, and is none the worse for the experience.4 |
| Marriage* | 8 June 1940 | He married Frances Elizabeth Rusher, daughter of Andrew Bernard Rusher Sr. and Rosa Belle Hogwood, on 8 June 1940 at Portsmouth, VA.5,1 |
| Death* | 23 March 1967 | William died on 23 March 1967 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA, at age 58. At the time of his death he was a member of the Market Street Methodist Church in Onancock, VA..6 |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.6 |
Family |
Frances Elizabeth Rusher b. 25 Nov 1917, d. 13 Oct 2016 | |
| Marriage* | 8 June 1940 | He married Frances Elizabeth Rusher, daughter of Andrew Bernard Rusher Sr. and Rosa Belle Hogwood, on 8 June 1940 at Portsmouth, VA.5,1 |
| Children | 1. | William Thomas 'Billy' Drewer Jr.+ b. 9 May 1942, d. 5 Jul 2002 |
| 2. | Rosalie Drewer+ b. 19 Jul 1946, d. 21 Apr 2021 | |
| 3. | Irene Elizabeth Drewer b. 6 Aug 1950, d. 14 Nov 1995 | |
| 4. | George Bernard Drewer b. 18 Apr 1955, d. 16 Apr 1988 |
Citations
Gordon T. Shaw1
M, b. December 1896, d. after 5 June 1923
| Father | George Thomas Shaw b. Jan 1870 | |
| Mother | Flora Etta Crockett b. 20 Nov 1876, d. 2 Nov 1968 |
| Birth* | December 1896 | Gordon was born in December 1896 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1900 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1915 | Gordon was living in 1915 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 10 July 1915 | He married Irene Grinnalds Drewer, daughter of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 10 July 1915 at MD-VA Line, Wor Co, MD.3 |
| Death* | after 5 June 1923 | Gordon died after 5 June 1923. According to his wife's obituary, Mrs. Irene Shaw, daughter of Lloyd Drewer, died Thursday, 5 Jun 1923. She was survived by her husband, two children, parents and four brothers. Burial was in the Drewer Cemetery (Pen. Ent., 16 Jun 1912)..4 |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Drewer Cem, Saxis, Acc Co, VA.5 |
Family |
Irene Grinnalds Drewer b. 4 May 1893, d. 5 Jun 1923 | |
| Marriage* | 10 July 1915 | He married Irene Grinnalds Drewer, daughter of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 10 July 1915 at MD-VA Line, Wor Co, MD.3 |
| Child | 1. | Agnes Shaw+ b. 8 Feb 1916, d. 16 Mar 1984 |
Agnes Shaw1
F, b. 8 February 1916, d. 16 March 1984
| Father | Gordon T. Shaw b. Dec 1896, d. a 5 Jun 1923 | |
| Mother | Irene Grinnalds Drewer b. 4 May 1893, d. 5 Jun 1923 |
| Birth* | 8 February 1916 | Agnes was born on 8 February 1916 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Church member* | 1917 | Agnes was on the in 1917 roll of the at Meth Ch, Saxis, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census* | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Confirmation* | 17 July 1927 | Agnes was confirmed at age 11, on 17 July 1927 at Meth Ch, Saxis, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1932 | She married Landon Bradley Barden circa 1932.4 |
| Married Name | circa 1932 | As of circa 1932,her married name was Barden. |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1950 | She married William Wilson Tinsley on 22 November 1950 at Richmond, VA.2 |
| Married Name | 22 November 1950 | As of 22 November 1950,her married name was Tinsley. |
| Death* | 16 March 1984 | Agnes died on 16 March 1984 at Richmond, VA, at age 68.2 |
Family 1 |
Landon Bradley Barden b. c 1915, d. c 1943 | |
| Marriage* | circa 1932 | She married Landon Bradley Barden circa 1932.4 |
Family 2 |
William Wilson Tinsley b. 22 Dec 1918, d. 8 May 1995 | |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1950 | She married William Wilson Tinsley on 22 November 1950 at Richmond, VA.2 |
Walter Harold Harlow1
M, b. 10 October 1920, d. March 1995
| Father | Walter Lee Harlow b. c 1895 | |
| Mother | Olive Virginia Brooks b. c 1895 |
| Last Edited | 23 Oct 1999 |
| Birth* | 10 October 1920 | Walter was born on 10 October 1920 at Richmond, VA.1 |
| Residence* | July 1991 | He resided at, at Hobbsville, NC, in July 1991. |
| Death* | March 1995 | Walter died in March 1995 at age 74. |
Citations
- [S1124] Information provided by Walter Bradley Harlow.
Landon Bradley Barden
M, b. circa 1915, d. circa 1943
| Birth* | circa 1915 | Landon was born circa 1915.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1932 | He married Agnes Shaw, daughter of Gordon T. Shaw and Irene Grinnalds Drewer, circa 1932.2 |
| Milit-Beg* | Landon was a member of the armed forces serving at in World War II, killed in war.1 | |
| Death* | circa 1943 | Landon died circa 1943.1 |
Family |
Agnes Shaw b. 8 Feb 1916, d. 16 Mar 1984 |
William Wilson Tinsley
M, b. 22 December 1918, d. 8 May 1995
| Birth* | 22 December 1918 | William was born on 22 December 1918.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1950 | He married Agnes Shaw, daughter of Gordon T. Shaw and Irene Grinnalds Drewer, on 22 November 1950 at Richmond, VA.1 |
| Death* | 8 May 1995 | William Wilson Tinsley died on 8 May 1995 at age 76.1 |
Family |
Agnes Shaw b. 8 Feb 1916, d. 16 Mar 1984 |
Citations
- [S2304] Billie Lynn Tinsley Smith, M.K. Miles.
Maggie Mae Drummond1
F, b. 2 January 1901, d. 14 July 1982
| Father | Oswald Alonzo 'Lon' Drummond b. 16 Aug 1860, d. 13 Sep 1926 | |
| Mother | Margaret 'Maggie' Ann Ames b. 30 Aug 1866, d. 5 Aug 1926 |
| Birth* | 2 January 1901 | Maggie was born on 2 January 1901 at Craddockville, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 28 June 1922 | She married Walter Lloyd Drewer, son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 28 June 1922 at Exmore, N'hamp Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 28 June 1922 | As of 28 June 1922,her married name was Drewer. |
| Biography* | Maggie, known as Mae to family and friends, worked on the farm and could do anything when it came to work. She cared for her mother and father until their death. She also reared two girls. Later Mae worked at different jobs until she married her second husband Lionel. | |
| Divorce* | circa 1940 | Maggie was granted a divorce from Walter Lloyd Drewer circa 1940. |
| Marriage* | 14 October 1947 | She married Lionel Charles Scott on 14 October 1947.2 |
| Married Name | 14 October 1947 | As of 14 October 1947,her married name was Scott. |
| Was Living | Maggie was living at Craddockville, Acc Co, VA.2 | |
| Death* | 14 July 1982 | Maggie died on 14 July 1982 at age 81.3 |
| Burial* | Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Family 1 |
Walter Lloyd Drewer b. 12 Aug 1900, d. 14 Aug 1960 | |
| Marriage* | 28 June 1922 | She married Walter Lloyd Drewer, son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 28 June 1922 at Exmore, N'hamp Co, VA.1 |
| Divorce* | circa 1940 | Maggie was granted a divorce from Walter Lloyd Drewer circa 1940. |
Family 2 |
Lionel Charles Scott b. 4 Feb 1888, d. 15 Dec 1955 | |
| Marriage* | 14 October 1947 | She married Lionel Charles Scott on 14 October 1947.2 |
George Luther Nicholson1
M, b. 19 October 1926, d. 9 September 2003
| Father | George W. Nicholson b. c 1900 | |
| Mother | Edna Bradford b. c 1900 |
| Last Edited | 3 Oct 2003 |
| Birth* | 19 October 1926 | George was born on 19 October 1926 at Jamesville, N'hamp Co, VA.2 |
| Residence* | He resided at, at Cashville, Acc Co, VA. | |
| Death* | 9 September 2003 | George died on 9 September 2003 at Shore Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA, at age 76. George Luther Nicholson, 76, husband of Virginia L. Drewer Nicholson and a resident of Onancock, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2003 at Shore Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox. A native of Jamesville, Mr. Nicholson was the son of the late George W. Nicholson and Edna Bradford Nicholson. He was a retired accountant for Dulany Foods and a member of Andrew Chapel United Methodist Church. A graveside service, Onancock Cemetery, was held Thursday, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. The Rev. Matthew Killmon officated. Other than his wife, Mr. Nicholson is survived by a daughter, Ann N. Mills and husband Danny W. of Onancock; a sister, Margaret Sue Bundick and husband Clarence Lee of Exmore; several nieces; two grandchildren, Leah Virginia Mills of Richmond, VA and Joseph Nicholson Mills of Onancock. He was predeceased by a brother, William A. Nicholson..3 |
Ethel Frances White
F, b. 25 December 1912, d. 27 August 1989
| Birth* | 25 December 1912 | Ethel was born on 25 December 1912 at Norwich, NY.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1942 | She married Walter Lloyd Drewer, son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, circa 1942. |
| Married Name | circa 1942 | As of circa 1942,her married name was Drewer. |
| Was Living | 1960 | Ethel was living in 1960 at Shields, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 27 August 1989 | Ethel died on 27 August 1989 at NAM Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA, at age 76.1 |
| Burial* | Her body was interred at Belle Haven Cem, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Family |
Walter Lloyd Drewer b. 12 Aug 1900, d. 14 Aug 1960 |
Hilda Cathrine Northam1
F, b. circa 1908, d. 24 February 1996
| Father | Charles G. Northam b. 9 Aug 1885, d. 6 Apr 1957 | |
| Mother | Sadie C. Johnson b. 1884, d. 1924 |
| Birth* | circa 1908 | Hilda was born circa 1908 at Grotons, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 December 1926 | She married Claude Wesley Drewer Sr., son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 19 December 1926 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 19 December 1926 | As of 19 December 1926,her married name was Drewer. |
| Was Living | 1957 | Hilda was living in 1957 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Residence* | 1993 | She resided at, at Harrison House, Nursing Home, Snow Hill, MD, in 1993. |
| Death* | 24 February 1996 | Hilda died on 24 February 1996. |
| Burial* | Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. |
Family |
Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. b. 18 Jun 1903, d. 23 Apr 1958 | |
| Marriage* | 19 December 1926 | She married Claude Wesley Drewer Sr., son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 19 December 1926 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.2 |
| Children | 1. | Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer b. 3 Apr 1929, d. 8 Dec 2013 |
| 2. | Claude Wesley Drewer Jr.+ b. 1 Sep 1931, d. 5 May 2021 | |
| 3. | Charles Northam Drewer+ b. 24 Mar 1937, d. 28 Jul 2016 |
Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer1
M, b. 3 April 1929, d. 8 December 2013
| Father | Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. b. 18 Jun 1903, d. 23 Apr 1958 | |
| Mother | Hilda Cathrine Northam b. c 1908, d. 24 Feb 1996 |
| Birth* | 3 April 1929 | Randolph was born on 3 April 1929 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1948 | Randolph was living in 1948 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 31 July 1948 | He married Reva Mae Mister, daughter of George William Mister and Captola F. Evans, on 31 July 1948 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD. Mr. & Mrs. George Mister Jr. of Saxis announce the marriage of their daughter, Reva Mae Mister, to Mr. Randolph Lee Drewer, son of Mr. & Mrs. Claude Drewer of Saxis, on 31 Jul 1948, at the First Baptist Parsonage, Pocomoke, by the Rev. John A. Ditto (Pen. Ent., 13 Aug 1948)..3 |
| Death* | 8 December 2013 | Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer died on 8 December 2013 at Hartley Hall Nursing Home, Pocomoke City, Wor Co, MD, at age 84. Mr. Randolph Lee Drewer of Saxis, Virginia, husband of the late Reva Mister Drewer, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013 at Hartley Hall Nursing Home in Pocomoke City, MD. Born in Saxis on April 3, 1929, he was the son of the late Claude Wesley Drewer and the Late Hilda Northam Drewer. Mr. Drewer was a retired Truck Driver for Holly Farms. He was a member of the Pocomoke United Methodist Church in Grotons, a loving family man, and avid fisherman. Randolph is survived by his brothers, Claude Wesley Drewer and his wife, Vicki of Snow Hill, MD and Charles Northam Drewer of Dundalk, MD, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday, December 11, at 11:00 AM from the graveside of the Downing's Cemetery in Oak Hall, VA. The Rev. Maury Enright will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pocomoke United Methodist Church, c/o Jeff Williams,25398 Messongo Road, Temperanceville, VA 23442.4,2 |
Family |
Reva Mae Mister b. 6 Oct 1929, d. 27 Oct 2000 |
Reva Mae Mister1
F, b. 6 October 1929, d. 27 October 2000
| Father | George William Mister b. 22 Apr 1908, d. 6 Oct 1959 | |
| Mother | Captola F. Evans b. 1910, d. 2 Feb 1994 |
| Birth* | 6 October 1929 | Reva was born on 6 October 1929 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 31 July 1948 | She married Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer, son of Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. and Hilda Cathrine Northam, on 31 July 1948 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD. Mr. & Mrs. George Mister Jr. of Saxis announce the marriage of their daughter, Reva Mae Mister, to Mr. Randolph Lee Drewer, son of Mr. & Mrs. Claude Drewer of Saxis, on 31 Jul 1948, at the First Baptist Parsonage, Pocomoke, by the Rev. John A. Ditto (Pen. Ent., 13 Aug 1948)..2 |
| Married Name | 31 July 1948 | As of 31 July 1948,her married name was Drewer. |
| Was Living | 1994 | Reva was living in 1994 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Death* | 27 October 2000 | She died on 27 October 2000 at age 71.4 |
Family |
Randolph Lee 'Randy' Drewer b. 3 Apr 1929, d. 8 Dec 2013 |
Claude Wesley Drewer Jr.1
M, b. 1 September 1931, d. 5 May 2021
| Father | Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. b. 18 Jun 1903, d. 23 Apr 1958 | |
| Mother | Hilda Cathrine Northam b. c 1908, d. 24 Feb 1996 |
| Birth* | 1 September 1931 | Claude was born on 1 September 1931 at Saxis Island, Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 5 May 2021 | He died on 5 May 2021 at Snow Hill, Worcester Co, MD, at age 89. Claude Wesley Drewer, Jr., 89, of Snow Hill, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Born on September 1, 1931 in Saxis, VA, he was the son of the late Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. and the late Hilda Catherine Drewer. Claude graduated from Atlantic High School and started as a waterman on the Harvey A. Drewer buy boat. He eventually moved to Wilmington, DE and became a short order cook. In 1956 he started his career with Moore Business Forms in Snow Hill as a press operator until becoming a stock clerk, retiring in 1993 with 37 years of service. He was a longtime member of Bates Memorial United Methodist Church. His hobbies included, fishing, golfing and motorcycle riding. Claude is survived by his wife of 47 years, Vicki Hancock Drewer; one daughter, Nicole Andrews and her husband Bobby of Salisbury, MD; one grandson, Addison Andrews of Salisbury, MD; one nephew, David Drewer of Dundalk, MD; a very special friend who he called his brother, David Trader, who everyone knows as "Tarr Heel" and many extended family members including cousins and his many friends. In addition to his parents, Claude was preceded in death by two brothers, Randolph and Charles Drewer. A graveside service, officiated by Pastor Josh Berry and Rev. Mark Avens, will be held on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Bates Memorial Methodist Cemetery, 409 W. Federal Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salisbury Zoo Commission, P.O. Box 2979, Salisbury, MD 21801. Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, P.A., 107 Vine Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.hollowayfh.com. |
Citations
- [S1128] Ethel Frances White.
Charles Northam Drewer1
M, b. 24 March 1937, d. 28 July 2016
| Father | Claude Wesley Drewer Sr. b. 18 Jun 1903, d. 23 Apr 1958 | |
| Mother | Hilda Cathrine Northam b. c 1908, d. 24 Feb 1996 |
| Birth* | 24 March 1937 | Charles was born on 24 March 1937 at Saxis Island, Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 28 July 2016 | He died on 28 July 2016 at Baltimore, MD, at age 79. On July 28, 2016, Charles N. Drewer, Beloved husband to the late Shirley Gail Drewer, Devoted father to David C. Drewer, and the late Kurt W. Drewer: Dear brother to Claude W. Drewer Jr. and his wife Vicki, and the late Randolph Drewer, also survived by sister-in-law, Reine Tauber. The family will receive friends at the family owned and operated CONNELLY FUNERAL HOME OF DUNDALK, 7110 Sollers Point Road, A memorial service will be held 6:00 PM on Tuesday evening at the Funeral Home. (24 Mar 1937 - 28 Jul 2016.) |
Family |
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| Child | 1. | Kurt Wesley Drewer b. 3 Mar 1966, d. 9 Feb 1986 |
Citations
- [S1128] Ethel Frances White.
Kurt Wesley Drewer1
M, b. 3 March 1966, d. 9 February 1986
| Father | Charles Northam Drewer b. 24 Mar 1937, d. 28 Jul 2016 |
| Last Edited | 25 Jun 2019 |
| Birth* | 3 March 1966 | Kurt was born on 3 March 1966.1 |
| Death* | 9 February 1986 | He died on 9 February 1986 at age 19. |
Citations
- [S1128] Ethel Frances White.
Mildred Elizabeth Drummond1
F, b. 28 August 1907, d. 12 July 1988
| Father | John 'Ellis' Drummond b. 9 Oct 1883, d. 21 Feb 1956 | |
| Mother | Annie 'Dulcie' Waterfield b. 4 Jul 1888, d. 7 Dec 1946 |
| Birth* | 28 August 1907 | Mildred was born on 28 August 1907 at Craddockville, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 4 August 1928 | She married John Henry Drewer, son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 4 August 1928 at at Somerset Bridge, Som Co, MD.3,2 |
| Married Name | 4 August 1928 | As of 4 August 1928,her married name was Drewer. |
| Was Living | Mildred was living at Shields, Acc Co, VA.1 | |
| Death* | 12 July 1988 | Mildred died on 12 July 1988 at age 80. She was buried in Fairview Lawn Cemetery..4 |
Family |
John Henry Drewer b. 17 Apr 1905, d. 14 Aug 1982 | |
| Children | 1. | John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr.+ b. 3 Jul 1930, d. 18 Apr 2009 |
| 2. | Newman Henry Drewer+ b. 17 Mar 1941, d. 24 Jun 1994 |
John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr.1
M, b. 3 July 1930, d. 18 April 2009
| Father | John Henry Drewer b. 17 Apr 1905, d. 14 Aug 1982 | |
| Mother | Mildred Elizabeth Drummond b. 28 Aug 1907, d. 12 Jul 1988 |
| Birth* | 3 July 1930 | John was born on 3 July 1930 at Craddockville, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1951 | John was living in 1951 at Shields, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 19 July 1951 | He married Joan Loretta Jester, daughter of Eugene Harry Jester and Golda C. Dennis, on 19 July 1951 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 18 April 2009 | John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr. died on 18 April 2009 at age 78. John Ellis Drewer Sr., better known as Jack, 78, husband of Joan Jester Drewer and a resident of Belle Haven, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, April 18, 2009 after a short illness. He was the son of the late John Henry Drewer and Mildred Drummond Drewer. Mr. Drewer was a farmer all his life, still in the process of preparing the land for spring planting. Other than his love for farming the land, it gave him much joy to share white potatoes and sweet potatoes with family and friends. He was a member of Craddockville United Methodist Church, treasurer of Craddockville Methodist Men’s Club, member of the Virginia Sweet Potato Association, Pungoteague Ruritan Club and Exmore Moose Lodge. He graduated from Central High School and Goldey-Beacom Business School. Other than his wife, Jack is survived by two children, Gayle D. Shaw and her husband David of Craddockville, Virginia and John Ellis Drewer Jr. of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, Troy Jay Farlow and his wife Dr. Laura Kerbin of Williamsburg, Virginia and Amanda Drewer Shaw of Charleston, South Carolina; a sister, Anne D. Sterling and her husband Bill of Cedarview, Virginia; three nieces and four nephews; eleven great nieces and nephews, recently a great-great nephew; and many special cousins. He was predeceased by a brother and business partner, Newman Henry Drewer. Funeral services will be conducted from the graveside at Fairview Lawn Cemetery Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 2:00 pm with the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong officiating. Pallbearers are Bill Sterling, Lee Lamm, John Campbell, Bill Sterling Jr., Newman Craig Drewer, Booker Coston, and Seymour Parker III. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Craddockville United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. June Custis, Post Office Box 66, Craddockville, Virginia 23341. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com Arrangements made by Doughty Funeral Home, Exmore. |
Family |
Joan Loretta Jester b. 12 Aug 1932, d. 7 May 2010 |
Newman Henry Drewer1
M, b. 17 March 1941, d. 24 June 1994
| Father | John Henry Drewer b. 17 Apr 1905, d. 14 Aug 1982 | |
| Mother | Mildred Elizabeth Drummond b. 28 Aug 1907, d. 12 Jul 1988 |
| Birth* | 17 March 1941 | Newman was born on 17 March 1941 at Shields, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 31 August 1963 | He married Bonnie Virginia Baker on 31 August 1963 at Painter, Acc Co, VA. Miss Bonnie Baker, daugher of Mr. & Mrs. Bruce E. Baker of Painter, VA, and Mr. Newman Henry Drewer, son of John H. Drewer of Belle Haven, were married on 31 Aug 1963 at Garrison Methodist Church by the Rev. Charles Ammons (Pen. Ent., 12 Sep 1963)..1 |
| Death* | 24 June 1994 | Newman died on 24 June 1994 at age 53. Newman graduated from high school in 1959, and attended Ferrum College from 1959 to 1961 and East Carolina from 1961 to 1964. He has been farming with his brother, Jack, since 1964. His hobbies are tennis, boating, and hunting. Newman Henry Drewer, 53, husband of Bonnie Baker Drewer and a resident of Belle Haven, died Friday, 24 Jun 1994, at his home. He was the son of the late John and Mildred Drewer. He was a farmer. Graveside services were held at Belle Haven Cemetery at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 28 June, by Rev. Robert L. Gue and Rev. Douglas Tanner. Mr. Drewer was a member of the Craddockville United Methodist Church and served on the board in various capacities. He was also a member of the board of directors of the First Virginia Bank and the Virginia Vegetable Growers Association and a past member of the board of directors of the Virginia Sweet Potato Commission, the Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club and Broadwater Academy. He was a graduate of East Carolina University. Survivors were listed (E.S. News, 29 Jun 1994)..3 |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Belle Haven Cem, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Family |
Bonnie Virginia Baker b. 26 May 1942, d. 6 May 2011 |
Joan Loretta Jester1
F, b. 12 August 1932, d. 7 May 2010
| Father | Eugene Harry Jester b. 25 Dec 1904, d. 2 May 1985 | |
| Mother | Golda C. Dennis b. 30 Jun 1907, d. 28 Feb 1955 |
| Birth* | 12 August 1932 | Joan was born on 12 August 1932 at Chincoteauge, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1951 | Joan was living in 1951 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 19 July 1951 | She married John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr., son of John Henry Drewer and Mildred Elizabeth Drummond, on 19 July 1951 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 19 July 1951 | As of 19 July 1951,her married name was Drewer. |
| Obituary - Husb's* | 18 April 2009 | Joan Loretta Jester was named in her husband's obituary on 18 April 2009 at Belle Haven, Accomack Co, VA. In his obituary John Ellis Drewer Sr. was survived by his wife Joan Jester Drewer of Belle Haven, a daughter Gayle D. Shaw & her husband David of Craddockville, a son John Ellis Drewer Jr. of Houston, TX; grandchildren Troy Jay Farlow & his wife Dr. Laura Kerbin of Williamsburg and Amanda Drewer Shaw of Charleston, SC; a sister Anne D. Sterling & her husband Bill of Cedarview, VA.3 |
| Death* | 7 May 2010 | She died on 7 May 2010 at age 77. Joan Jester Drewer, 77, wife of the late John E. "Jack" Drewer and a resident of Belle Haven, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, 7 May 2010. A native of Chincoteague Island, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Jester and Golda Dennis Jester. She was a member of Craddockville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Drewer is survived by two children, Gayle Drewer Shaw and her husband, David, of Craddockville, and John Ellis Drewer Jr. of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren, Troy Jay Farlow and his wife, Dr. Laura Kerbin, of Williamsburg, VA and Amanda Drewer Shaw of Charleston, SC; and a stepmother, Florence Jester of Chincoteague. Funeral services will be conducted at the graveside of Fairview Lawn Cemetery in Onancock on Wednesday, 12 May at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Kenneth Armstrong officating. (Eastern Shore News, Wednesday, 12 May 2010.) |
Family |
John Ellis 'Jack' Drewer Sr. b. 3 Jul 1930, d. 18 Apr 2009 |
George Billy 'Bill' Sterling Sr.1
M, b. 19 November 1928, d. 16 August 2018
| Father | John Garland Sterling b. 1900, d. 1955 | |
| Mother | Evelyn Mason b. c 1900 |
| Last Edited | 26 Aug 2018 |
| Birth* | 19 November 1928 | George was born on 19 November 1928 at Cedar View, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1950 | George was living in 1950 at Painter, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 16 August 2018 | He died on 16 August 2018 at Shore Memorial Hospital, Onley, Accomack Co, VA, at age 89. Mr. George B. “Bill” Sterling Sr., 89, husband of Anne Drewer Sterling, and a resident of Cedar View, passed away Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital. Born on Nov. 19, 1928, he was the son of the late John Garland Sterling Sr. and Evelyn Mason Sterling. Besides his wife, he is survived by four children, George B. Sterling Jr. and wife, Cheryl; Elizabeth Sterling Mills and husband, Barry; John Mark Sterling; and Steven Mason Sterling and wife, Janet; seven grandchildren, Carrie Douglas and husband, Chris; Anna Matthews; Parke Sterling and wife Jac; Bret Mills; Maggie Sterling; Mason Sterling; Grace Sterling; and step-grandchild, Joshua Nowak and wife, Joy; and eight great-grandchildren, Anne Parker, Emma and Sterling Douglas; Jackson and Adelyn Matthews; Bailey and Finn Sterling; and Nicole Nowak. He was predeceased by a brother, John Garland Sterling Jr. Mr. Sterling was a 1947 graduate of Central High School and worked on the family farm from an early age and then farmed with his brother until retiring at 79. He was a lifelong member of the Craddockville United Methodist Church, a 50-year plus member of Exmore Moose Lodge 683 and Pungoteague Ruritan Club, and a former board member of Accomack County Farm Bureau. He enjoyed hunting, boating, maintaining his yard and farm and spending time with his family and his cat Oliver. Funeral services will be held Sunday, August 19, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Craddockville United Methodist Church with Reverends Rob Kelly and Doug Tanner officiating. Interment will be held in Belle Haven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to Craddockville United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. June Custis, P.O. Box 66, Craddockville, VA 23341 or Lighthouse Ministries, P.O. Box 54, Keller, VA 23401. |
Bonnie Virginia Baker1
F, b. 26 May 1942, d. 6 May 2011
| Birth* | 26 May 1942 | Bonnie was born on 26 May 1942 at Painter, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 31 August 1963 | She married Newman Henry Drewer, son of John Henry Drewer and Mildred Elizabeth Drummond, on 31 August 1963 at Painter, Acc Co, VA. Miss Bonnie Baker, daugher of Mr. & Mrs. Bruce E. Baker of Painter, VA, and Mr. Newman Henry Drewer, son of John H. Drewer of Belle Haven, were married on 31 Aug 1963 at Garrison Methodist Church by the Rev. Charles Ammons (Pen. Ent., 12 Sep 1963)..1 |
| Married Name | 31 August 1963 | As of 31 August 1963,her married name was Drewer. |
| Death* | 6 May 2011 | Bonnie Virginia Baker died on 6 May 2011 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, Va, at age 68. Mrs. Bonnie Baker Drewer, 68, wife of the late Newman H. Drewer and a resident of Belle Haven, VA, passed away at her home on Friday, May 6, 2011. Born on May 26, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Bruce Baker and Virginia Drummond Baker. Bonnie had many interests and loves throughout her life, including playing tennis, gardening, arranging flowers for many friends and events, fishing, and cooking. She had been active in garden clubs, having opened her house for Garden Tour, and the local hospital auxiliary. She had been supportive to her husband of thirty-one years, in the family farming business and operation. She is survived by her three children, Holly Drewer Erwin and her husband William Swadley Erwin, III of Annandale, VA, Kelly H. Drewer and Terry Langley of Craddockville, VA, and N. Craig Drewer and his wife Michelle Houghton Drewer of Colonial Heights, VA and Craddockville; four grandchildren, Alexis, Wade, Craig and Hannah; and her beloved friend, Blanche Sarrotte of Belle Haven. A memorial service will be conducted from the Craddockville United Methodist Church on Monday, May 9, 2011 at 10:00 AM with the Reverend Bobbie J. Henley officiating. A luncheon at the church will follow the service.3 |
Family |
Newman Henry Drewer b. 17 Mar 1941, d. 24 Jun 1994 |
Frances Elizabeth Rusher
F, b. 25 November 1917, d. 13 October 2016
| Father | Andrew Bernard Rusher Sr.1 b. 27 May 1886, d. 30 Sep 1976 | |
| Mother | Rosa Belle Hogwood2 b. 3 Jan 1879, d. 19 Oct 1950 |
| Birth* | 25 November 1917 | Frances was born on 25 November 1917 at Norfolk, VA. |
| Marriage* | 8 June 1940 | She married William Thomas Drewer Sr., son of Lloyd MacDuffy Drewer and Virginia Leigh Grinnalds, on 8 June 1940 at Portsmouth, VA.3,4 |
| Married Name | 8 June 1940 | As of 8 June 1940,her married name was Drewer. |
| Death* | 13 October 2016 | Frances Elizabeth Rusher died on 13 October 2016 at Riverside Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox, Northampton Co, VA, at age 98. Frances Elizabeth Rusher Drewer, 98, beloved wife of William Thomas Drewer and a resident of Onancock, VA, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Riverside Memorial Hospital, Nassawadox, VA, with her devoted daughter Rosalie Daley at her side. She had resided at the Hermitage of the Eastern Shore for the last four years. Frances was born in Norfolk, VA on November 25, 1917 to Andrew Bernard and Rosa Hogwood Rusher. She grew up in Portsmouth, VA, where she later met her husband William on a blind date. He was an insurance agent assigned to the Portsmouth area. They were married in 1940 and soon afterward, William was transferred to an office in Salisbury, MD. After living in Salisbury briefly, they were able to relocate to Onancock, VA. Frances was a very devoted wife, a loving mother to her four children and a dear friend to many. She loved baking and was well-known for her “Hot Milk” cakes, of which she made many. Some of her favorite pastimes in later years were knitting and crocheting. Many family members, friends and lots of babies were blessed with her beautiful afghans. She loved spending time with her family and friends and nothing made her happier than feeding them well and making sure they were well-cared for. Frances is survived by her daughter, Rosalie Daley and husband, Bill of Onancock; her granddaughter, Virginia (Jenny) Taylor Haga and her daughter, Virginia Leigh of Lynchburg, VA; her granddaughter, Beth Wheeler and husband, Wayne, and their two sons, Michael and wife Sarah and son Evan, and Benjamin Wheeler, all of North Chesterfield, VA; her grandson, Christopher Drewer and wife, Blythe and their daughter, Shea of Nottingham, MD; her grandson, Christopher Daley and wife, Jessica of Onancock; her great-granddaughters, Delaney Taylor and Sydney Taylor of Snow Hill, MD and Linsey Otto of Virginia Beach, VA; her daughter-in-law, Isabelle Drewer of Newport News, VA; and several dear cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as many friends. In addition to her parents and her husband, Frances was predeceased by her two sons, William T. Drewer, Jr. and George B. Drewer; daughter, Irene E. Drewer; grandson Brian T. Taylor; and son-in-law, Eldred Thomas Taylor. She was also predeceased by her two brothers, Dr. William D. Rusher and his dear wife, Helen, and Andrew B. Rusher, Jr. Frances graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Portsmouth, VA and worked for C & P Telephone Company after graduation. Her dream as a young woman was to become a nurse. While she was never able to pursue that professionally, she lovingly cared for many family members and friends throughout her life. Frances was a member Market Street United Methodist Church and, in her earlier years, she was an active member and former president of the Soroptimist Club of Accomack County. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Hermitage of the Eastern Shore and the Fourth Floor medical staff and the Hospice team of Riverside Memorial Hospital for their attentive and loving care of Frances. A graveside service will be conducted at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, October 16, 2016 at Fairview Lawn Cemetery in Onancock, with The Reverend J. Barton Weakley officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Market Street United Methodist Church, 75 Market Street, Onancock, VA 23417. Memory tributes may be shared with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. |
| Burial* | Frances was buried at Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. |
Family |
William Thomas Drewer Sr. b. 28 Jul 1908, d. 23 Mar 1967 | |
| Children | 1. | William Thomas 'Billy' Drewer Jr.+ b. 9 May 1942, d. 5 Jul 2002 |
| 2. | Rosalie Drewer+ b. 19 Jul 1946, d. 21 Apr 2021 | |
| 3. | Irene Elizabeth Drewer b. 6 Aug 1950, d. 14 Nov 1995 | |
| 4. | George Bernard Drewer b. 18 Apr 1955, d. 16 Apr 1988 |
Citations
- [S2259] findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/134441394/…
- [S2259] findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/121954481/…
- [S1617] Frances Elizabeth Rusher &.
- [S5] Grinnalds/Drewer Family Records.
William Thomas 'Billy' Drewer Jr.
M, b. 9 May 1942, d. 5 July 2002
| Father | William Thomas Drewer Sr. b. 28 Jul 1908, d. 23 Mar 1967 | |
| Mother | Frances Elizabeth Rusher b. 25 Nov 1917, d. 13 Oct 2016 |
| Birth* | 9 May 1942 | William was born on 9 May 1942 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Residence* | July 1991 | He resided at, at Newport News, VA, in July 1991. |
| Death* | 5 July 2002 | William died on 5 July 2002 at Lexington, VA, at age 60.1 |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Peninsula Mem Pk, Warwick, VA. Willliam Thomas Drewer Jr., 60, passed away Friday, July 5, 2002 in Lexington, VA. A native of Painter, on the Eastern Shore, he has been a Peninsula resident since 1960. Mr. Drewer was presently employed wih Civil Service as an engineering technician at Public Works, Norfolk Naval Station. He formerly worked with Newport News Shipbuilding and was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and Warwick Moose Lodge 1711. Mr. Drewer was preceded in death by his father, brother and one sister. He is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Isabelle C. Drewer of Newport News; one son, Christopher T. Drewer and his wife, Blythe, of Baltimore, MD; one step-daughter, Beth Wheeler and her husband, Wayne of Chesterfield, VA; one sister, Rosalie Taylor of Atlantic; his mother, Frances Rusher Drewer of Onancock; and two step-grandchildren..1 |
Citations
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, issue of 10 Jul 2002.
Rosalie Drewer1
F, b. 19 July 1946, d. 21 April 2021
| Father | William Thomas Drewer Sr. b. 28 Jul 1908, d. 23 Mar 1967 | |
| Mother | Frances Elizabeth Rusher b. 25 Nov 1917, d. 13 Oct 2016 |
| Birth* | 19 July 1946 | Rosalie was born on 19 July 1946 at NAM Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 2 July 1967 | She married Eldred Thomas Taylor, son of Eldred Marshall Taylor and Agnes Marilyn Bull, on 2 July 1967 at Market St, Meth Ch, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Eldred Thomas Taylor, age 20, the son of Eldred Marshall Taylor and Agnes Bull and she was shown as Rosalie Drewer, the daughter of William Thomas Drewer and Frances Rusher..1,2 |
| Married Name | 2 July 1967 | As of 2 July 1967,her married name was Taylor. |
| Death* | 21 April 2021 | Rosalie Drewer died on 21 April 2021 at University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, VA, at age 74. Mrs. Rosalie Drewer Taylor Daley, 74, of Onancock, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Va. Born July 19, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Frances Rusher Drewer and the late William Thomas Drewer, of Onancock. Rosalie loved living in Onancock and made many lifelong friends there, both at school and within the community. She graduated from Onancock High School in 1964 and attended Mary Washington College (now University of Mary Washington) in Fredericksburg, Va. She was incredibly kind, thoughtful, generous, compassionate, fun, and especially loving in her many roles, personally and professionally. Rosalie owned and managed Atlantic Food Mart in Atlantic for many years, brightening everyone’s day with her beautiful smile and creating “the place to go” for delicious fried chicken and cheesesteak subs. She was a bookkeeper for Wright’s Seafood Restaurant in Atlantic and later worked as an executive administrative assistant for the U.S. Navy at NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island. While she excelled at all she did, her favorite roles were that of daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend. Nothing made her happier than being with and doing for those she loved. Known for her beautiful handwriting, she sent countless cards and letters. She was a talented seamstress, making clothes and costumes for her children, smocking christening gowns, and creating beautiful items for her home. Rosalie was a wonderful cook and thoroughly enjoyed entertaining in her home, taking food to others and sharing recipes. She loved being outside, working in her gardens, and enjoying Onancock Creek. Having made her home with her first husband in Atlantic, she reared her children there, was a businesswoman and active member of that community and Atlantic Baptist Church, made many wonderful friends in the Atlantic and Wallops Island area, and loved going to Assateague Island, as the beach was one of her favorite places to be. She was an active member of Market Street United Methodist Church, Soroptimist Club of Accomack County, and Ye Accawmacke Garden Club, and adored the wonderful friends she made through those associations. Rosalie is survived by her husband, William M. Daley, of Onancock; her daughter, Jenny Taylor Haga, of Lynchburg, Va; her stepson, Christopher Daley (Jessica), of Onancock; her granddaughters, Linsey Thornes, of Virginia Beach, Delaney Taylor and Sydney Taylor, both of Snow Hill, Md., and Virginia Haga, of Lynchburg; great-grandson, Camden Wilkinson, of Snow Hill; sisters-in-law, Isabelle Drewer, of Newport News, Margaret Ann Miles, of Manassas, Va., Janet Cope (Dave), of McLean, Va., Kathleen Messmer (Richard), of Ft. Myers, Fla., Debbie Robbins (Jack), of Eastville, Andrea Scott (David), of Eastville, and Dr. Colleen Daley, of Onancock; brothers-in-law, Don Taylor (Lynn), of Salisbury, Md., Kevin Daley (Teri), of Onancock, and Stephen Daley, of Onancock; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband, Tommy Taylor; son, Brian Taylor; brothers, Billy Drewer and George Drewer; sister, Irene Drewer; parents-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Eldred Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. William C. Daley; sister-in-law, Barbara Taylor; and brother-in-law, Jimmy Miles. Rosalie’s funeral will be held at Market Street United Methodist Church in Onancock, Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Heidi Bak officiating. Masks are required and social distancing will be enforced. An outdoor reception will follow at Wesley, the home of Rosalie and Bill Daley. Donations may be made to Market Street United Methodist Church, 75 Market St., Onancock, VA 23417; Soroptimist Club of Accomack County c/o Betty Kerns, P.O. Box 89, Locustville, VA 23404; or Ye Accawmacke Garden Club c/o Elise Rew, 27200 Lang Farm Road, Accomac, VA 23301. Arrangements are by the Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. |
Family |
Eldred Thomas Taylor b. 26 Jul 1946, d. 4 Dec 2002 | |
| Child | 1. | Brian Thomas Taylor b. 10 Dec 1972, d. 23 Mar 2016 |
Irene Elizabeth Drewer
F, b. 6 August 1950, d. 14 November 1995
| Father | William Thomas Drewer Sr. b. 28 Jul 1908, d. 23 Mar 1967 | |
| Mother | Frances Elizabeth Rusher b. 25 Nov 1917, d. 13 Oct 2016 |
| Address* | Irene Elizabeth Drewer lived at 5509 Doral Drive, Wilmington, DE. | |
| Birth* | 6 August 1950 | Irene was born on 6 August 1950. |
| Residence* | She resided at, at Wilmington, New Castle Co, DE. | |
| Death* | 14 November 1995 | She died on 14 November 1995 at Wilmington, DE, at age 45. Miss Irene Elizabeth Drewer, 45, died at her residence in Wilmington, DE. Born in Onancock, she was the daughter of Frances Rusher Drewer and the late William T. Drewer Sr. She was an employee of DuPont in Wilmington. Other then her mother, she was survived by a sister Rosalie Taylor of Atlantic, a brother William T. Drewer Jr. of Newport News, VA, 2 nieces and 2 nephews. She was predecased by a brother George B. Drewer. |
| Burial* | Irene was buried at Fairview Lawn Cemetery, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. |
George Bernard Drewer
M, b. 18 April 1955, d. 16 April 1988
| Father | William Thomas Drewer Sr. b. 28 Jul 1908, d. 23 Mar 1967 | |
| Mother | Frances Elizabeth Rusher b. 25 Nov 1917, d. 13 Oct 2016 |
| Birth* | 18 April 1955 | George was born on 18 April 1955. |
| Death* | 16 April 1988 | George died on 16 April 1988 at Richmond, VA, at age 32. |
| Burial* | His body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. |
Eldred Thomas Taylor1
M, b. 26 July 1946, d. 4 December 2002
| Father | Eldred Marshall Taylor b. 1 Dec 1918, d. 26 Nov 2001 | |
| Mother | Agnes Marilyn Bull b. 23 May 1923, d. 17 Jul 2013 |
| Birth* | 26 July 1946 | Eldred was born on 26 July 1946 at P.G. Hospital, Salisbury, Wic Co, MD. |
| Marriage* | 2 July 1967 | He married Rosalie Drewer, daughter of William Thomas Drewer Sr. and Frances Elizabeth Rusher, on 2 July 1967 at Market St, Meth Ch, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Eldred Thomas Taylor, age 20, the son of Eldred Marshall Taylor and Agnes Bull and she was shown as Rosalie Drewer, the daughter of William Thomas Drewer and Frances Rusher..1,2 |
| Death* | 4 December 2002 | Eldred Thomas Taylor died on 4 December 2002 at Atlantic, Accomack Co, VA, at age 56. He was shown as Eldred Thomas Taylor, age 56, who died in Accomack Co, VA on 4 Dec 2002.3 |
Family |
Rosalie Drewer b. 19 Jul 1946, d. 21 Apr 2021 | |
| Child | 1. | Brian Thomas Taylor b. 10 Dec 1972, d. 23 Mar 2016 |
Citations
Brian Thomas Taylor
M, b. 10 December 1972, d. 23 March 2016
| Father | Eldred Thomas Taylor b. 26 Jul 1946, d. 4 Dec 2002 | |
| Mother | Rosalie Drewer b. 19 Jul 1946, d. 21 Apr 2021 |
| Birth* | 10 December 1972 | Brian was born on 10 December 1972. |
| Death* | 23 March 2016 | He died on 23 March 2016 at age 43. |
Charles Henry White1
M, b. 29 July 1855, d. 21 September 1899
| Last Edited | 4 Jan 2016 |
| Birth* | 29 July 1855 | Charles was born on 29 July 1855 at Baltimore, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1889 | He married May Griffin, daughter of Cornelius L. Griffin and Virginia A. Foster, on 30 November 1889 at Norfolk, VA. He was shown as C.H. White, age 34, born in Baltimore, the son of S. & M. White and she was shown as Mittie M. Griffin, age 21, born in Norfolk, the daughter of C.L. & V.A. Griffin..3 |
| Death* | 21 September 1899 | Charles died on 21 September 1899 at Baltimore, MD, at age 44.2 |
| Burial* | Charles was buried at New Cathedral Cemetery, Baltimore, MD.2 |
Family |
May Griffin b. 12 May 1872, d. 5 Jun 1942 | |
| Children | 1. | (c/o C.H. & May White) White4 b. May 1891, d. May 1891 |
| 2. | Marie Gladys White5 b. 15 Feb 1893, d. 5 Nov 1910 | |
| 3. | Mabel T. White+ b. 3 Nov 1896, d. 1968 | |
| 4. | Samuel Joseph White b. 17 May 1898, d. 1932 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Charles Reid Family Tree, owner: 47bluebird.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 102762752.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Mittie M. Griffin in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 102763353 (Child White).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Norfolk City, VA.
Samuel Joseph White1
M, b. 17 May 1898, d. 1932
| Father | Charles Henry White b. 29 Jul 1855, d. 21 Sep 1899 | |
| Mother | May Griffin b. 12 May 1872, d. 5 Jun 1942 |
| Last Edited | 5 Jan 2016 |
| Birth* | 17 May 1898 | Samuel was born on 17 May 1898 at Baltimore, MD.1 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1 June 1900 | Samuel was listed with his uncle in the census of 1 June 1900 at Ward 5, Norfolk City, VA. HH#817 was headed by Cornelius Griffin, a 35 year old house carpenter, born Mar 1865. Listed with him were Virginia Griffin, a 34 year old wife; John C. Griffin, an 8 year old son; May White, a 31 year old widowed sister; Maria H. White, a 7 year old niece, born in MD; Mabel T. White, a 3 year old niece, born in MD; and Samuel H. White, a 1 year old nephew, born in MD.2 |
| Death* | 1932 | He died in 1932.1 |
Mabel T. White1
F, b. 3 November 1896, d. 1968
| Father | Charles Henry White b. 29 Jul 1855, d. 21 Sep 1899 | |
| Mother | May Griffin b. 12 May 1872, d. 5 Jun 1942 |
| Last Edited | 3 Jan 2016 |
| Birth* | 3 November 1896 | Mabel was born on 3 November 1896 at Baltimore, MD.2 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1 June 1900 | Mabel was listed with her uncle in the census of 1 June 1900 at Ward 5, Norfolk City, VA. HH#817 was headed by Cornelius Griffin, a 35 year old house carpenter, born Mar 1865. Listed with him were Virginia Griffin, a 34 year old wife; John C. Griffin, an 8 year old son; May White, a 31 year old widowed sister; Maria H. White, a 7 year old niece, born in MD; Mabel T. White, a 3 year old niece, born in MD; and Samuel H. White, a 1 year old nephew, born in MD.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1924 | She married George Philip Piniecki Sr. circa 1924. |
| Married Name | circa 1924 | As of circa 1924,her married name was Piniecki. |
| Census w/husband* | 12 April 1940 | Mabel was listed with her husband in the census of 12 April 1940 at 433 Bonsal Street, Baltimore, MD. HH#203 was headed by George P. Pieniecki, a 40 year old pipe fitter. Everyone was born in MD exept May Drewer, who was born in VA. Listed with him were the following Pienieckies: Mabel T., a 43 year old wife; Mary A., a 15 year old daughter; George P. Jr., a 14 year old son; Virginia M.C., a 12 year old daughter; and Gloria L., an 8 year old daughter. Also listed was Mary(sic) Drewer, a 67 year old mother-in-law, born in VA.1 |
| Death* | 1968 | She died in 1968.4 |
| Burial* | Mabel was buried at Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery, Dundalk, Baltimore Co, MD.4 |
Family |
George Philip Piniecki Sr. b. 25 Mar 1900, d. Sep 1969 | |
| Marriage* | circa 1924 | She married George Philip Piniecki Sr. circa 1924. |