Son of Charles and Mary E. "Polly" Magann Dameron
Twin of Zachariah Dameron
Husband of Angelina (Rucker) Dameron

(obituary from old newspaper clipping in possession of a descendant)
Mr. Mallie Dameron was born in Bedford county Feb. 22, 1826, one of twins. His twin brother Zach preceded him to the grave 13 years ago. They were so nearly alike that few knew them apart. He was one of a large family - among his brothers were the late Geo W. Dameron of Amherst, in his day a prominent official of Amherst, also Mr. Chas D. Dameron of Amherst who is the last one living.
On April 20th, 1848, he was married to Miss Angeline H. Rucker of Bedford, by whom there were six children - one son Zach and five daughters - Miss Lucy McDaniel, Mrs. Gus Burford, Mrs. Ben Hughes, Mrs. Henry Lewis of Amherst and Mrs. W.P. Oglesby of Bedford.
Mr. Dameron lived in Bedford county near Cove Church till just before the war, when he moved to Amherst near Mt. Tabor church - later he moved near now Naola, where he died. When the war broke out he, like all faithful Virginians, volunteered in defense of what he believed to be right. He raised a company at Pedlar Mills and served as Captain. During the war he did brave and heroic service a part of the time as recruiting officer and a member of Kirkpatrick Battery. No braver soldier ever shouldered a musket. He was at the beginning and at the end of the war. At the close of the war he returned to old Pedlar Valley, whose hills he loved so well - nothing left but energy and determination, he as a farmer began life anew. He succeeded - although suffered misfortune by his kindness to others - he knew no such word as fail. His wife died April 19, 1891. On Sept 28, 1892 he married Miss Sallie M. Dameron of Scottsville, who survives him at the old home place, where old Virginia hospitality has always been dispensed.
Mr. Dameron took an active part and interest in public affairs. He was well-posted and at all times his position on any question was felt and inquired after. In politics he was an ardent Democrat - at all times outspoken for Democratic principles. The politicians feared him and sought his favor. As a Christian citizen he showed up in his true and best light. He was an enthusiastic Methodist - the backbone of the little Centenary church which he almost built and which he loved so well. He was an honorable man, a Virginia gentleman - that type which is rapidly passing away. Busy at work in the yard, he died suddenly - passed over the river on October 2nd, 1905. He was laid to rest at the Cemetery at the Church he loved so well. Peace to his ashes. May He who can comfort the widow and children.