Trula W. Hardin

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ELIZABETHTON - Trula M. Buckles, age 94, of Elizabethton, Tennessee was embraced by the arms of Christ, while surrounded by her family on Monday, February 24, 2020.

Mrs. Buckles was a life-long resident of Carter County. She was a former cosmetologist and owner and operator of Williams Self Service Market, located in the Hunter Community of Stoney Creek. She was preceded in death by her husband, M/SGT Lawrence L. Buckles, (USMC, Ret.); and her mother, Burnie Williams.

Mrs. Buckles attended Carter Christian Church and loved homemaking.

Mrs. Buckles is survived by her son, Hugh F. Buckles, of Elizabethton; and a very special friend and confidant, Wanda Bowers.

Mrs. Buckles’ body will lie in state on Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 8:30 AM until 4:30 PM at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. A private service will be held at a later date.

Trula married Lawrence Leach Buckles on 18 Apr 1954 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lawrence (son of William B. Buckles and Lula A. Hinkle) was born on 26 Oct 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 31 Dec 1972 in Harris County, , , Texas; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]