Below is our list of notable people who were born, died or were buried in the area surrounding New Town. Please note that while we are collecting data on an ongoing basis, it's a big task and it's unlikely that our list will ever be more than a sample.
Walter Joseph Biggs, Jr. (Artist)
He was born in Elliston (VA) on June 4, 1886 (a Friday) and died in Roanoke (VA) on February 11, 1968 (a Sunday) at the age of 81. He is buried at Sherwood Burial Park (Salem City, Virginia).
Elliston is located 21 miles [33.8 km] to the east of New Town.
Erwin Coolidge 'Bob' Porterfield (Major League Baseball)
He was born in Newport (VA) on August 10, 1923 (a Friday) and died in Charlotte (NC) on April 28, 1980 (a Monday) at the age of 56. He is buried at Sharon Memorial Park (Mecklenburg County, North Carolina).
Newport is located 13 miles [20.9 km] to the northeast of New Town.
Edith Wilson (Second wife and First Lady to the Presidency of Woodrow Wilson (1913 - 1921))
She was born in Wytheville (VA) on October 15, 1872 (a Tueday) and died in Washington, DC on December 28, 1961 (a Thursday) at the age of 89. We don't have any burial details.
Wytheville is located 29 miles [46.7 km] to the southwest of New Town.
The Find-a-Grave website is an excellent research tool with information about a cemetery's location and interments. They also offer a forum for their members which can provide additional help. More information about Find-a-Grave can be found on their website: findagrave.com.