Joseph Brown Wagner

Joseph Brown "J.B" Wagner, 48, of Monterey, died Sunday, June 28, 1987 at his home. 

He was born Sept. 9, 1938 at Monterey, a son of Ester Marie Wimer Wagner and the late Fred William Wagner.

He was employed by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority before his retirement in 1981. 

In addition to his mother of Monterey, he is survived by a son, Darryl Lee Wagner of Monterey; three sisters, Ruby W. Newcomb and Jean W. Muffins, both of Staunton, and Louise W. Soerstel of Arnold, Maryland; three brothers, Carl of Alexandria and Reid and Dale Wagner, both of Monterey; and a number of nieces and nephews. 

A service was conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday in Obaugh Funeral Home by the Rev. Jerry Gum, with burial in Blue Grass Cemetery.

The family will receive friends 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Highland Rescue Squad, Monterey, Va. 24465 or the Highland Baptist Church, Monterey, Va. 24465.