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Roanoke County (Va.) Will Books, 1929-1983. Local government records collection, Roanoke County Court Records. The Library of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219
These items came to the Library of Virginia in shipment of court papers from Roanoke County (Va.)
Roanoke County was named for the Roanoke River. The name is an Indian word meaning shell money. The county was foremed from Botetourt County in 1838, and part of Montgomery County was added later. Its area is 248.28 square miles, and the county seat is Salem.
Roanoke County (Va.) Will Books, 1929-1983. The will book record the name of testator, list of heirs and year the wills were proven in court and probate records such as investories and appraisements.
Arranged Chronological
Additional Roanoke County Court Records can be found on microfilm at the Library of Virginia. Consult A Guide to Virginia County and City Records on Microfilm.