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| 2751 | ELIZABETHTON — Alta C. Smith, 95, Elizabethton, passed away Friday, May 23, 2008, in the North Side Hospital. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late James Frank and Maggie Treadway Clark. Mrs. Smith was a former employee of North American Rayon Corporation. She was a member of the Big Springs Church of Christ. She was a member of T.O.P.S. and was an avid reader. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carmon C. Smith; Two Sisters: Dorothy Webb and Helen Lewis; and Three Brothers: Ralph, Ray & John Clark. Survivors include Three Daughters & A Son-in-Law: Jane Smith, of the home, Nancy Lampe, Knoxville, and Marion and Tony Mottern, Watauga; Three Grandchildren: Richard Wright & Wife, Susan, Cathy Selbert and Michael C. Mottern; One Great Grandson: Bristol Selbert; A Sister: Edith Forbes, Hermitage Nursing Home, Elizabethton; Several Nieces & Nephews. Many special friends including a very special friend, Teresa Nidiffer. A Service to Celebrate the Life of Alta Smith will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Mr. Terry Lyons and Mr. Jordan Kellicut, Ministers, officiating. Interment will follow in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers will be: John Clark Jr., Richard "Dick" Clark, Larry Forbes, Danny Clark, Robert Clark, Paul Woodby, John Froggatt and Ben Clark. Honorary Pallbearers will be her Church family, Raymond Ward, Kenny Lewis, Frank Rankin, Mike Blair and Lewis Clark. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Friends may also call at the residence. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the ICU Staff of North Side Hospital for all their love and care shown to our Mom. | Clark, Alta C. (I28125)
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| 2752 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Living (I35469)
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| 2753 | ELIZABETHTON — Barbara Heaton McElroy, 77, Elizabethton passed away Monday, October 11, 2010, in the Johnson City Medical Center. She was a Carter County native. Barbara was a graduate of Elizabethton High School. She was a member of the Watauga Point United Methodist Church. She was a former member of the United Methodist Women, former President of the Local Chapter of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a member of the Republican Women's Committee. Barbara was appointed by former Governor Don Sundquist to the Tennessee State Medical Review Board. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis H. McElroy, January 2006; by her father and mother, Dencie Heaton Estep and Earl Estep; and a brother, Bill Heaton. Survivors include two daughters: Pamala Litz and husband, Eric, Tallahassee, Florida, and Debra McElroy, Boston, Mass.; Three Granddaughters: Amy Litz and husband, Scott Lato, Tallahassee, Florida, Rebecca Litz, of Atlanta, and Grace McElroy-Howard, Boston, Mass.; Her Brother: Richard Estep, Elizabethton; Sister: Vickie Cannon and her husband, Jerry, Elizabethton; Several Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and great nieces & nephews. A Service to Celebrate the life of Barbara McElroy will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Watauga Point United Methodist Church with Dr. Mike Pinner officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday October 15, 2010, in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the church at 6:50 p.m. Thursday and also at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. Friday, will be: Greg Maupin, Greg Bowers, Mike Mathena, Jason Cannon, Bobby Cordell and Jonathan Fair. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Jim Linebaugh, Bob Eicher, Millard Day, Gary Whittington, Garret Whittington, Danny Carver and Larry Carver. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Watauga Point United Methodist Church. To those who prefer memorials may be made to the Watauga Point United Methodist Church Missions for Youth & Children, 409 Gap Creek Road, Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643; or the Ronald McDonald House, 418 N. State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, Tenn. 37604. | Heaton, Barbara (I6229)
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| 2754 | ELIZABETHTON — Billie Dove Vines Taylor, 84, of 131 Parsonage Road, Elizabethton, formerly of Rome Hollow, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2012 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born in Carter County in the Fish Springs Community and was the daughter of the late Grover and Bessie Timbs Vines. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Dean Vines, J.C. Vines, Raymond Vines and Winston Vines; three sisters, Orlena Gouge, Velma Vines and Nell Cates; and one grandson, Clifford Edwards. Ms. Taylor was a member of Carter Christian Church and was a retired cook at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She enjoyed Sunday dinners, quilting, sewing, reading her bible and spending time with her family. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Tenia and Gary Payne, Mountain City; and Dora and Dwayne Buckles, Elizabethton; one son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Tedford and Ramona Taylor, Johnson City; three grandchildren, Blake Taylor and wife Rachel; Caroline Payne and Tiffany Buckles; three great grandchildren, Jackson Taylor, Levi Taylor, and Lillia Taylor; two brothers, Ottis Vines and wife Jackie, Hampton; and Edward Vines and wife Marge, Hyattsville, Maryland. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Ms. Taylor will be conducted at 7:00 PM, on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Mr. Tom Caraway, minister and Mr. Daryl Cox, minister, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service; or at the home of her daughter, Dora Buckles, 131 Parsonage Road, Elizabethton at any time. Music will be under the direction of Christina Lewis and Richard Bowers. The graveside service will be conducted at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, January 9, 2013, in the Taylor Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Daniel Buckles, Joseph Buckles, Lanny Eggers, Dean Buckles, Jeff Farmer, Ennis Bowers, Leonard Bowers, Gaylon Taylor, Tim Vines, James Pierce, and Kenny Vines. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews and great nephews and members of Carter Christian Church. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at 11:00 AM on Wednesday at the funeral home to go in procession to the cemetery. The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Robert Walter, Dr. David Fenner, Dr. Harold Alison, Dr. Charles Famoyin and the nurses and staff of Sycamore Shoals Hospital and Amedisys Healthcare. | Vines, Billie Dove (I37816)
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| 2755 | ELIZABETHTON — Billy Bob Cornett, 61, Elizabethton, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016, at his residence following an extended illness. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Fredrick Charles and Annie Amelia Hinkle Cornett. He was as a carpenter, security officer and custodian until his early retirement. He was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Junior, Albert, Charles "Baldie" and Howard "Latcheye" Cornett; and several aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews. He was an avid fisherman and loved to go camping. Survivors include three sisters, Emma Jean Harmon of the home, Earlene (Roy) Phillips, Fall Branch and Joyce (Jeff) Henson, Elizabethton; one brother, Floyd (Gloria) Cornett, Pensacola, Florida; his special friend, Donna Whitehead. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, 2016, in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor Joel Cook officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursday in the funeral home. Friends may also visit with the family at the residence of Joyce & Jeff Henson, Elizabethton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. | Cornett, Billy Bob (I49264)
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| 2756 | ELIZABETHTON — Bradley Mark Shupe, 50, of Elizabethton, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at his residence. He was born October 18, 1965, in South Bend, IN, a son of Mr. Arvil and Elwanda Shupe. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Frank and Alice Shupe; maternal grandparents, William and Okie Reece; and brother, Larry Mitchell Shupe. Mr. Shupe is survived by his father and mother, Arvil and Elwanda Shupe; daughters, Jennifer and husband Travis Sansom, Kimberly and husband TJ Gifford, Wendy and Marvin Aviles; grandchildren, Reagan and Leala Sansom, Hailey, Hayden and Neyland Gifford, Vince, Benicio and Emile Aviles; brother, Stephen Paul Shupe; sister, Patricia Ann Shupe; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Eternal Life Baptist Church in Elizabethton and a memorial service will follow at 4:00 PM and will be officiated by Donald Yates. A graveside service will be held afterward at Reece Cemetery on Whaley Town Rd. in Butler, TN performed by TJ Gifford. | Shupe, Bradley Mark (I46084)
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| 2757 | ELIZABETHTON — Brenda McQueen Nave, age 66, of Elizabethton, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015, at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital, following a brief illness. Brenda was a native of Carter County and was the daughter of Ivan W. McQueen and Virginia Crumley McQueen. Brenda was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edward "Eddy" Nave; and one sister-in-law, Judy Nave. Brenda graduated from Elizabethton High School in 1966, where she was a member of the Betsy Band, then went on to earn her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from ETSU. She retired from Keenburg Elementary School in the year 2000, after 30 years of service as a 2nd grade teacher. She was a member of Elizabethton Church of Christ. Those left to cherish her memory, include her mother and father, Ivan and Virginia McQueen, of Elizabethton; one brother, Glenn "Skip" McQueen, of Johnson City; one special nephew, Richard Ryan McQueen and wife Helen, of Odessa, FL; one great great niece, Lilah McQueen, also of Odessa, FL; her mother-in-law, Madge Nave, of Mountain City; and one sister-in-law, Mary Nave, also of Mountain City. A service to honor the life of Mrs. Brenda McQueen Nave will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 17, 2015, in the Chapel of Peace of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Mr. Roby Ellis and Mr. Eddy Craft, ministers, officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Thursday. The graveside service will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery in Mountain City, Tennessee. | McQueen, Brenda Diane (I40919)
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| 2758 | ELIZABETHTON — C.J. Blackwell, age 78, of Elizabethton, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, January 25, 2016, from his residence, following a brief illness. C.J. was a native of Carter County and was a son of the late Henry and Destie Johnson Blackwell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Goldie Pierce, Virginia Potter and Opie Osborne; and three brothers, Coburn Jack Blackwell, Claude Blackwell and Elmer Blackwell. C.J. had been employed as a millwright and was a member of Oakland Avenue Baptist Church of Johnson City. He had a love of music that had endured throughout his life and was an avid Tennessee Vols fan, especially Peyton Manning. He was a "rock hound" and enjoyed playing and singing, and shared his love for music by singing Gospel music in churches and nursing homes. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 16 years, Virginia "Ginny" Whaley Blackwell, of the home; two sisters, Ruby Caraway, of Elizabethton and Edith Duckworth, of Oak Ridge, TN; and a brother, J.L. Blackwell, of Elizabethton. Several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and great great nieces and great great nephews, also survive. A service to honor and celebrate the life of C.J. Blackwell will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 28, 2016, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Rev. Charlie Biggs and Rev. Roy Yelton, officiating. Music will be provided by GInny Blackwell and Seth Montgomery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Thursday; or at either the home residence or the residence of his brother, J.L. Blackwell, at any time. The graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 29, 2016, at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Eddie Blackwell, Teddy Blackwell, Carson Biggs, Rob Carr, Scott Knight, Seth Montgomery, Jeff Allison, and Dewey Hill. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Oakland Avenue Baptist Church and Reverend Kenneth Jones. | Blackwell, Coyd J. "C. J." (I48968)
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| 2759 | ELIZABETHTON — Carla Jean Reece, 60 Elizabethton, went home to be with her Lord Tuesday July 19, 2011, in the Ivy Hall Nursing Home. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Carl W. and Pansy Nell Stout Long. Carla was a 1969 graduate of Unaka High School. She was formerly employed as a Vocational Aide at Unaka High School and also at the Hunter First Baptist Day Care in the after school program. Carla was a member of the Lynn Valley Baptist Church. She loved to read, also read the Bible and loved her family. Survivors include Two Daughters & Sons-In-law: Kristie and Matt Carr and Cindy & Michael Carlock, all of Elizabethton; Two Granddaughters: Mattie Carr and Hannah Carlock; A sister & brother-in-law: Peggy & Terry Morrell, Charlotte, North Carolina; A brother & sister-in-law: Carl & Barbara Long, Elizabethton; Her special nieces & nephews; Her ex-husband and friend, Dwight Reece; Her best friend and canine companion, "Precious." Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dennis Wilson officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 24, 2011, in the Ensor Cemetery. Music will be provided by Barbara Long. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, will be: Matt Carr, Carl Long, Andrew Long, Terry Morrell, Adam Asher, Dave Asher, Herbie Adams and Patrick Nave. Honorary Pallbearers will be Her Church Family, her special cousins and her good friends and neighbors. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the Staff & Employees of Ivy Hall Nursing Home for their excellent love and care of our mother and also her special friends for their many visits. | Long, Carla Jean (I18283)
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| 2760 | ELIZABETHTON — Carmon E. Dugger, Sr., age 86, of Elizabethton, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, March 24, 2016. He was born July 17, 1929, to E.F. and Maude Murray Dugger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, John Dugger and Ray Dugger; five sisters, Mamie Seaton, Nelle Thomason, Erma Dykes, Viola Phillips, and June Owens; two grandchildren, Kimberly Harper and Curtis James Dugger; and several nieces and nephews. He attended schools at Southside and Elizabethton City, joined the Marines in 1948 and served in Japan and Hawaii during the Korean War. He played baseball for the Marines and broke several pitching and hitting records. After his discharge, he signed with the St. Louis Cardinals, playing AA Ball. Later, he played in independent leagues. He worked at various jobs while playing ball, including floor sanding, selling life insurance and cemetery lots. In 1966, he was named the first Parks & Recreation Director for the City of Elizabethton. He began his program in the old Lynn Avenue School, beginning with recreation parks, ball parks, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, horseshoes, basketball programs, volleyball and square dancing. He renovated a farm house at 201 Perry Street into the first Senior Citizens Center, converted the National Guard Armory into the City Recreation Center, and all the work was done by his parks and recreation staff. He built the linear park beginning at Black Bottom, running along Watauga River to Harmon Field. He worked long hours, doing all paperwork and planning, manual labor, carpentry work, maintaining and improving the recreational facilities. He loved his work crew and the many students who worked during the summer on the work program. He enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as being an avid golfer. He set up golf tournaments for Elizabethton Municipal Golf Course and began the Buck Van Huss and Charlie Bayless annual tournaments, winning many of them. He was noted for his use of the 7 iron. He was instrumental in bringing the Minnesota Twins to Elizabethton and made the agreement with just a handshake. He and his crew constructed the field, built the dugouts, and the stadium. After retirement, he bought and remodeled a home in Seville, Florida, where he had a small orange grove. He loved to bring fruit back and give it away. He was a caring and giving man, who especially loved children. His wish is, in lieu of flowers, to support a charity, that provides care for needy children; or a trust fund is established for his special great-grandson, Ashton James Dugger at Elizabethton Federal Savings Bank. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 64 years, Charlotte Hendrix Dugger, of the home; five children, Carmon E. Dugger, Jr. and wife Linda, of Johnson City, Catherine D. Harper, Christine G. Dugger, Curtis P. Dugger and wife Lisa, and Charles F. Dugger and wife Diane, all of Elizabethton; five grandchildren, Martha Dugger, Christin Dugger, Adam Dugger, Brian Dugger, and Ellie Dugger; four great grandchildren, Karlei, Maggie, Ashton and Helaiyna. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to honor the life of Mr. Carmon E. Dugger, Sr. will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Saturday, March 26, 2016, in the Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Dr. Roy O. Collins, III "Roc" and Mr. Michael Koruschak, minister, officiating. Music will be under the direction of Charles Dugger. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Saturday; or at the residence at any time. The graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Monday, March 28, 2016, at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Military honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be: Curtis P. Dugger, Adam Dugger, Brian Dugger, Ray Smith, Rick Church, Norman Parlier, and George Prevett. Honorary pallbearers will be: Bill Allen, Richard Barker and employees of Elizabethton Federal Bank, Charlie Bayless, Harold Chambers, Larry Counts, Ronnie Dugger, the family of Willie Church, Gary Elliott, Jimmy Ensor, Tom Foster, Dr. Eugene Galloway, Bill Green and employees of Carter County Bank, Dave Holsclaw, Tommy Horton, Coolidge Johnson, Mike Mains, Howard Matherly, Larry Merritt, Kenneth Miller, Dr. Keith Morley, Dave McQueen, Jim Murray, Jay Nidiffer, officials of Minnesota Twins, Terry Ryan, Jim Rantz, Jim Shellenback, Rex Paris, Bill Rambo, Jeff Reed, Carrie Sams family, Gary Simerly, Tommy Spires, Harold Stout and Jerry Weaver. | Dugger, Carmon E. (I47355)
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| 2761 | ELIZABETHTON — Carrell Brittian Lewis, 74, Elizabethton passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2010, in the Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Bernie B. and Georgia Williams Lewis. Mr. Lewis worked for several years at American Optical Company of Johnson City and Orlando, Florida, and retired as a Construction Worker. He was of the Christian Faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother: George McBernie Lewis; and a sister: Betty Jo Lewis. Survivors include his wife: Martine Oliver Lewis; A Brother & Sister-In-Law: Leonard & Juanita Lewis, Elizabethton; Several Nieces & Nephews, including a special niece, Maggie Herrmann and her husband, Jeff; & Great Nieces & Nephews, including a special great nephew: Clayton Owens. Graveside Services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Friday in the Wilson Cemetery with Dr. James Richardson officiating. Burial will follow the service. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 2 p.m. Friday, will be: Steve Oliver, Odell Oliver, Larry Oliver, Jerald Oliver, Clayton Owens, Jeff Herrmann, Dwayne Oliver, Kenneth Williams and J.C. Robinson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joseph Oliver, Sean Mitchell, and Lanny Oliver. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Dr. Shipley and Staff, The staff on the 3300 wing, Johnson City Medical Center and Dr. Maautouk, Dr. Colvett and Staff of the Regional Cancer Center. | Lewis, Carrell Brittian (I59714)
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| 2762 | ELIZABETHTON — Charles "Blue" Treadway, 69, Elizabethton, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2016, in the Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Carter County, he was the son of the late Robert & Grace Estep Treadway. Blue was a 1964 graduate of Unaka High School. He had served in the Tennessee National Guard for 10 years. He was retired in Supervision at North American Rayon Corporation. He was member of Dashiell Masonic Lodge # 238, Member of Jericho Shrine Temple. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. He was a member of the Jericho Oriental Band. He was also a farmer. He was of the Baptist Faith and a former member of Hunter First Baptist Church. Blue was an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Carol Hodge Treadway; two daughters and their spouses, Carrie and Johnnie Wilson, Hampton and Kellee and Brandon Blevins, Elizabethton; four grandchildren, Kaylee Wilson, Nathan Wilson, Eli Blevins and Clayton Blevins; three sisters, Margaret Treadway, Betty Jones and Patsy Trivette all of Elizabethton; several nieces, nephews and great nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Friday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Dr. Alan King officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016, in the Caldwell Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 9:20 a.m. on Saturday will be: Brandon Blevins, Johnnie Wilson, Prentice "Bo" Trivette, Matthew Holtsclaw, Kevin Grindstaff, John Allen, Eddie Nidiffer and Rickey Hampton. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Bob Campbell, Raymond Holtsclaw, Henry Allen, Lindsey Rash, Floyd Campbell, Rick Williams, and Lynn Smith. | Treadway, Charles "Blue" (I46878)
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| 2763 | ELIZABETHTON — Claude T. Irick, 92, Elizabethton passed away Wednesday March 9, 2011, in the Pine Ridge Care Center. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late John A. & Maybell Irick. He was a retired employee of Nor-Well Company. Mr. Irick served in the United States Army during World War II, where he was a recipient of the Bronze Star & Purple Heart. He was a member of Dashiell Masonic Lodge #238. He was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Onnis Hicks Irick; and his life Partner, Emma Beam; four sons: Alan Irick, James Irick, Lloyd Beam & Lonnie Ford Beam; and three sisters. Survivors include Six Sons: Tom Beam and wife, Lori, Bob Irick and wife, Jeannette, both of Elizabethton, C.L. Irick and wife, Cindy, Rogersville, Lawrence Beam, Larry Beam and wife, Shirley, and Junior Beam and wife, Joyce, all of Elizabethton; Four Daughters: Wanda Singleton and husband, Arland, Roan Mountain, Mary McClean and husband, Paul, Fries, Virginia, Jean Smith, Hampton, and Linda Hawkins, Elizabethton; A Daughter-In-Law: Betty Irick, Elizabethton; 15 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren; Several Nieces & Nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Mark Chatman officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Walnut Mountain Cemetery. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion & Tennessee National Guard. | Irick, Claude Thomas (I38077)
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| 2764 | ELIZABETHTON — Diane Lynn DeLoach, 58, Elizabethton, went home to be with her Lord Wednesday, October 2, 2013, at her residence with her family by her side. She was a native of Richwood, West Virginia, and had lived in Elizabethton for the past 39 years. She was an employee of Crown Laboratories, Johnson City. Diane was a member of the Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church and the young at Heart Sunday School Class. Survivors include her husband of 32 years: Kenneth M. DeLoach; A Daughter: Shanna Roark, Telford; Two Step-Children: Bryan DeLoach and wife, Dawn, Gray, and Donna DeLoach, Elizabethton; Her Parents: Virgil "Buck" and Helen Blankenship Weese, Johnson City; Three Sisters: Lou Ann Bennett and husband, Calvin, Jonesborough, Kimberly Hayes, Jonesborough, and Mari Campbell and husband, Chris, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida; Two Brothers: Richard Weese and wife, Sara, Greeneville, Tn., and Gary Weese and wife, Carla, Jonesborough; Five Grandchildren: Gavin Roark, Gage DeLoach, Lola DeLoach, Harleigh DeLoach and Kendal DeLoach; Several Nieces & Nephews; Her Brothers & sisters-in-law: Victor & Judy DeLoach, Elizabethton, Dorothy & Dennis Cooper, Athens, Tenn., and Juanita & David Hicks, Johnson City. A Service to Celebrate the life of Diane DeLoach will be conducted at 7 p.m. Sunday, October 6, 2013, in the Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Randy Johnson and Rev. Mark Potter officiating. The Eulogy will be given by Jackie Matheson. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday, October 7, 2013, in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by The Praise Choir of the church, Jim Matheson, Teresa McKinney, Rusty Pippin, Robin Montgomery and Loren Harris. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church at 6:50 p.m. Sunday and also at Memorial Funeral Chapel at 10:20 a.m. Monday, will be: Jerrod Bennett, Spenser Weese, Kyle Weese, Seth Weese, Bryan DeLoach, Vic DeLoach, Joseph Taylor, Stacy Whitson and Russell Cooper. Honorary pallbearers will be: The Young at Heart Sunday School Class, Richard "Dick" Fair, Adam Reeser, Ken Nave and other neighbors. To those who prefer memorials may be made in memory of Diane to the Young at Heart Sunday School Class, ? Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church, 1503 Riverview Road, Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday in the Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church. Friends may also visit with the family at her residence. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. Monday to go to the cemetery. | Weese, Diane Lynn (I26034)
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| 2765 | ELIZABETHTON — Dimple M. Williams, 93, of Elizabethton, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2012, in the Pine Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Daisy Williams Grindstaff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Vivian Buracker; two sons, Terry Williams and Jewell "Pete" Williams; three sisters, Ruby Hardin, Opal Gouge and June Allen; two brothers, Harold Grindstaff and Wesley Grindstaff; ex-husband, Dewey Williams. Mrs. Williams was a retired seamstress and was a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, working in her flowers and sewing. Survivors include a daughter, Brenda Cole and husband, Karl, Elkridge, MD; a son, Harold Williams and wife, Linda, Mooresboro, NC; three brothers, A.B. Grindstaff, David Grindstaff and Elic Grindstaff, all of Elizabethton; two sisters, Josie Shook, whom she considered her "most special sister" for her whole life and husband, Jack, Elizabethton, and Dorothy Deloach, Elizabethton; eleven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Survivors also include, Claudia Proctor and Roy Wayne Shipley, both of whom Mrs. Williams raised as her own. The funeral service for Mrs. Williams will be conducted at 2:00 PM Monday, April 23, 2012, in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Chaplain Bryan Smith officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 1:00-2:00 Monday prior to the service. Interment will follow the funeral service at Wilson Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected by Josie and Jack Shook. Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Williams, Leonard Lewis and Mike Williams. | Grindstaff, Dimple M. (I37450)
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| 2766 | ELIZABETHTON — Dorothy Jean "Tootsie" Campbell, 83, Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital after a brief illness. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late F. Brass and Sena Crosswhite McKinney. She was a homemaker. Mrs Campbell was an active member of First Free Will Baptist Church. She had taught the Beginners Sunday School Class for over 40 years. Tootsie was a care giver, always helping people in any way possible. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Gary Allen Campbell, March 23, 2008. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, John R. Campbell; A son & daughter-in-law: Randy & Susan Campbell, Powder Springs, Georgia; Three Grandsons: Jonathan Campbell and his fiancé, Samara Wilcox, Ian Campbell and his wife, Anne, and Garrett Campbell; A Great Grandson: Jesse Warren Campbell; A daughter-in-law: Margaret Campbell; A Sister-in-law: Katherine Emmert. A Service to celebrate the life of Dorothy Jean Campbell will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Nathan Jennings and Rev. Jack Lloyd officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the National Cemetery, Mountain Home. Music will be provided by Alecia Holder, Ian Campbell and Carolyn Pleasant, Pianist. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Friday will be: Jonathan Campbell, Ian Campbell, Garrett Campbell, R.L. Hambrick, Tommy Pleasant, Spencer "Bo" Campbell, Grady Holder and Greg Moreland. Honorary Pallbearers will be Shannon Long and her Church Family. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Friends may also call at the residence. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Friday to go to the cemetery. | McKinney, Dorothy Jean "Tootsie" (I32588)
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| 2767 | ELIZABETHTON — Eva Hyder Casey, 78, formerly of 100 Daytona Place, Elizabethton, died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday May 17, 2011, at Hermitage Health Center following an extended illness. She was a native of Carter County and the youngest of eleven children born to Nat & Ethel Woodby Hyder. Mrs. Casey was a 1951 graduate of Hampton High School and loved to keep in touch with her classmates. She had lived in Michigan for a number of years. She retired in 1992 from the Michigan School System where she worked in the cafeteria. She was a member of the Oak Street Baptist Church. Mrs. Casey enjoyed going out to eat with friends, listening to live music and laughing with her many friends at the Elizabethton Senior Citizens Center. She enjoyed life and always had a smile for everyone. Mrs. Casey was preceded in death by her husband, John Paul Casey, Sept. 1999; four brothers, Don Hyder, Sept. 1997, Carl Hyder, April 1998, Nathan Hyder, October 2002, and Leonard Hyder, Nov. 2004; one sister, Vernie Stevens, Oct. 2004; a sister-in-law, Violet Casey Price, June 2004; and five infant brothers and sisters. Survivors include a son, Paul Casey, of Watauga; a special niece, Lenora Hyder Wiseman and her husband, Buddy, of Hampton; a special nephew, Richard Hyder and his wife, Carol Ann, of Elizabethton; a sister-in-law: Vergie Hyder, of Adrian, Michigan; Her caregivers: Barbara Fox, Patti Nave, Sandra Hardin, of Elizabethton, and Ashley Townson, of Roan Mountain; Also several other nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Hendrich officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 12 Noon Thursday in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Will Andrews officiating. Active Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be all the caregivers that gave such loving care to Eva during her illness, special friends: Becky Yates Proffitt and Carter County Bank, Hampton High School 1951 classmates and her church family at Oak Street Baptist Church. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the Hermitage Health Center for all their excelled care of Eva. | Hyder, Eva (I34365)
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| 2768 | ELIZABETHTON — Evelyn Vera Timbs Helton, 74, Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2011, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Claude and Emma Brewer Timbs. Evelyn was a 1955 graduate of Elizabethton High School. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Borderview Christian Church and the Ladies Bible Class. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Anderson Helton, June 3, 1999; and by two sisters and two brothers. Survivors include a daughter & son-in-law: Debra & James Leslie, Pikeville, Kentucky; A son & daughter-in-law: Robert & Peggy Timbs, Elizabethton; Four Grandchildren: Heather, Ashlee, Mallory and Melissa; Two Great Grandchildren: Nicholas and Joey; Seven Sisters: Dawn Grubbs & husband, Richard, Church Hill, Jean Garrett & husband, Joe, Abingdon, Virginia, Retha Williams and husband, George, Hampton, Thelma Taylor and husband, Vaughn, and Janice Stanberry & husband, Larry, all of Elizabethton, Anna Bare, Bluff City, and Sue Shmidt and husband, David, Bristol, Tn.; Two Brothers: Houston Timbs and wife, Betty, Elizabethton, and Harold Timbs, Johnson City; Several Nieces & Nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Mr. Kirk Langston, Minister, officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2011, in the Mountain Home National Cemetery. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, will be: Timothy Timbs, John Leslie, Bernie Beringer, John Michael Bare, Mike Williams and Timmy Forinash. Honorary pallbearers will be: Dylan Frazier, Bobby Joe Hall, Kevin Whitehead, Phillip Potter, Kim Sprinkle from Greystone Health Care and Alex from Bristol Regional Medical Center and her church family. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Friends may also call at the residence of her son and daughter-in-law: Robert & Peggy Timbs, 1461 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton. To those who prefer memorials may be made in memory of Mrs. Helton to the "Special Projects Fund" of Borderview Christian Church, 1338 Bristol Highway, Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the Staff of Greystone Health Care and the Staff of Bristol Regional Medical Center for all their excellent love and care for our loved one. | Timbs, Evelyn Vera (I30900)
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| 2769 | ELIZABETHTON — Gilbert Gibson Hardin, Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2012, in the Ivy Hall Nursing Home following an extended illness. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late John R. & Hettie Frazier Hardin. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the Japanese Occupation Force. He was a retired employee of North American Rayon Corporation. Mr. Hardin was the last member of the Hardin Brothers Quartet. The Quartet has sung for many funeral services and also church services in East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Western North Carolina, West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky since they began singing in the early 1940s . Mr. Hardin was a member of the New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church and was a former Member, Choir Director and Trustee of Union Hill Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sibilia Garland Hardin; a daughter: Thelma Dale Hardin; and Six brothers: Albert, Clyde, Auda, Wesley, Guy & Hobart Hardin. Survivors include a son: Vernon Hardin; and many nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2012, in the New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Ray Colbaugh and Rev. Bill Greer officiating. The eulogy will be given by Rev. Randy Johnson. Interment will follow in the Blevins Cemetery with the Rev. Clate Briggs officiating. Music will be provided by the New Liberty Choirs, New Liberty Quartet and friends. Active Pallbearers will Lawrence Hardin, Don Hardin, Doug Hardin, Olan Hardin, Buddy Hardin, Eddie Hardin, Marvin Garland, Dave Stanley, Windle Stout, James Garland, Dale Morley and Charles M. Smith. To those who prefer, memorials may be made to the New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church, 107 Peters Hollow Road, Elizabethton, Tn. 37643, The Blevins Cemetery Fund, ? Sophia Wilson, 237 Peters Hollow Road, Elizabethton, Tn. 37643; The Forbes Cemetery Fund, ? Mrs Lynn Peters, 139 Herman Peters Road, Elizabethton, Tn. 37643; or the Free Will Baptist Ministries, 90 Stanley Lane, Greeneville, Tenn. 37743. Vernon would like to express a special "Thank You" to Judy & Victor Deloach and the staff & residents of Ivy Hall Nursing Home for the excellent care my daddy received during his stay at the nursing home. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday in the New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. There will be a Reception following the graveside service in the Fellowship Center, New Liberty Church. Friends may register their presence at the funeral home Saturday until 5 p.m. or until 11 a.m. Sunday. | Hardin, Gilbert Gibson (I31805)
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| 2770 | ELIZABETHTON — Gladys Hazel Peeks, 91, formally of Elizabethton, TN, went to be with our Lord on August 21, 2015, at her home in East Bend, NC. She was born on January 17, 1924, to the late Frank Russell and Allie Edith Calloway. She was preceded in death by her wonderful husband William (Bill) Edgar Peeks; her daughter, Emma Lee Stanber; her grandson, William (Dusty) Stewart; two brothers, Sgt. Junior R. Calloway and Paul R. Calloway; one sister, Carrie Dunn Carley and other family members. Gladys is survived by two daughters Shirley (Hubert) Stanbery, Clemmons, Billie Joyce (Alan) Hill, East Bend, one son Eddie (Sandy) Peeks, Clemmons, and a loving son-in-law Howard Stanbery, Shady Valley, TN, one granddaughter, seven grandsons, seven great-grandsons, six great-granddaughters, one great-great-granddaughter, and a special family friend Nicholas D'Amato. Gladys is also survived by two sisters, Ina Mae Campbell and Charlotte (Herman) Crumley, Elizabethton, TN; and one aunt, Mary Bowers, Elizabethton, TN, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2015, at Huff Funeral Home, and will follow with the Celebration and Memory Service at 4 p.m. Internment will be held at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton, TN on Monday, August 24, 2015, at 1 p.m. with Herman Crumley officiating. | Calloway, Gladys Hazel (I40740)
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| 2771 | ELIZABETHTON — Hazel Norma Vines Smith, 83, Elizabethton, passed away Monday April 9, 2012, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Daniel C. and Nancy Jane Potter Vines. She had lived in California from 1966 to 1989. Mrs. Smith was a homemaker. She was a member of the C Street Church of Christ. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Edgar Eugene Smith, January 11, 1999; by a son: Eddie Smith; a daughter: Deloris Reline; and 12 brothers & sisters. Mrs. Smith loved to go to the beach, loved to sing and watch wrestling on TV. Her little best friend: Cuddles. Survivors include Two Daughters & Sons-in-Law: Dawn & Raymond "Butch" Ruby, Oshkosh, Wis., and Twana & Ernest Hively, Johnson City; Four Granddaughters: Desiree Portillo, Christy Ruby Moon, Deloris Hively Kane and Cathy Hively; Three Grandsons: Joshua Reline, Ernie Hively and David Ruby; 12 Great Grandchildren: Corbin, Conner, Jordan, Kate, William, Chase, Kyrstyn, Jason, Trinity, Taylor, Mark and Brenden; Several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Mr. Roby Ellis, Minister, officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by the Congregation. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. Friday, will be: Ernest Hively, Bernie Ault, Tom Vines, David Vines, Jeff Vines and Raymond "Butch" Ruby. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Dr. Jeff Hopland, Dr. Garcia, Dr. Tran, the staff and nurses at the ICU, Sycamore Shoals Hospital and the staff of Bristol Pulmonary Specialty Hospital. | Vines, Hazel Norma (I36599)
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| 2772 | ELIZABETHTON — Helen M. Collins, age 75, 404 Daytona Place, Elizabethton, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at her residence following a short illness. She was a Carter County native, born to the late Alton and Maude Lyons Herman. Mrs. Collins was a graduate of Unaka High School and attended Carson-Newman College. She was an avid reader and avid Cyclones, Bulldogs and UT fan. Mrs. Collins was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Elizabethton, where she served as elder and Sunday School teacher. She had worked at the Elizabethton Star and also wrote a column for the newspaper titled "Images & Echoes" and the Carter County Housing Authority. Mrs. Collins had been the executive director of Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce. She was on the board of the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library and the Community Arts Council of Elizabethton. Mrs. Collins greatly loved Elizabethton and Carter County and was a friend and counselor to anyone in need. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Jerry Collins; one son: Leslie Collins; and two brothers. Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law: Audrey Collins and Raymond Perry, Kelly Collins, all of Elizabethton; two sons and daughters-in-law: Terry and Pamela Collins, Greenville, SC; Kevin and Tammy Collins, Elizabethton; four grandchildren: Clay Collins and wife, Faith, Curtis Collins, Amber Collins, Adam Collins; one great-grandson: J.D. Perry; two brothers: Gene Herman, Larry Herman; one sister: Irene Dearden; and all the members of the Collins Clan. Several nieces, nephews and her special friends, Geraldine Vandeventer and Debbie Merritt Jones, also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Collins will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. John Shuck and Dr. John Martin officiating. Music will be under the direction of Loretta Bowers, Debbie Gouge and David Arney. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Saturday in the church prior to the service. Friends may also call at the residence (404 Daytona Place, Elizabethton) at any time. The graveside service and interment will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 25, in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Everyone is welcome to meet the family at 1:15 p.m. Sunday to go in procession to the cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Herman, Helen M. (I28227)
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| 2773 | ELIZABETHTON — Howard Grindstaff, 83, Elizabethton passed away, Tuesday, April 5, 2016, at his residence with his family by his side. Howard was born November 27, 1932 in Elizabethton to the late Alfred & Etta Pearce Grindstaff. He was known for his outgoing personality and his story telling. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Howard was known for his wood working skills. He retired from Mapes Piano String Company. Howard was an avid UT Vol Fan. He was a member of Union Hill Free Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Art Grindstaff; and two sisters, Ruby Hicks and Darlene Hampton. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 62 years, Margaret Patrick Grindstaff; one daughter, Robin (Glen) Sams; two sons, Gary (Jennie) Grindstaff and David (Libby) Grindstaff; three grandsons, Gary (April) Sams, Justin (Rebekah) Grindstaff, and Ayden Grindstaff; one granddaughter, Madison (Joe) Bowman; four great grandchildren, Taylor Grindstaff, Jared Grindstaff, Patrick Sexton, Noah Sams and soon to be Charles Curtis Bowman; two brothers, Dean (Floy) Grindstaff and Glenn Grindstaff; three sisters, Patricia Guinn, Cleta Mae Kyte and Chrystal Hicks; several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Diane Cannon. Graveside Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2016, in the Blevins Cemetery with the Rev. Roger Hayley and Rev. Ray Colbaugh officiating. The Eulogy will be given by two of his grandsons, Gary Sams & Justin Grindstaff. Burial will follow the service. Pallbearers will be Nephews. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Charlie Glover, Gary Eggers, John Lewis, John Blair, Keith Herman, Frank Shaff, J.L. Collins (his best friend who he loved like a brother), Norman Garland, Lockett Carden, David Garland, Robert Frazier, Ralph Andes, Harmon Glover and Dallas Carrier. | Grindstaff, Howard (I47160)
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| 2774 | ELIZABETHTON — Janice Hill, age 55, 1303A Spruce Lane, Elizabethton, died Sunday, October 19, 2008, in Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a brief illness. She was a Carter County native, born to the late Stacy and Dorothy White Arnold. Mrs. Hill had worked as a cook in the fast food industry. Survivors include her husband: Brian Keith Hill; two sons: Teddy L. Wilson, Raleigh, NC, Eddie Wilson, Greeneville, TN; one daughter and son-in-law: Tammy and Carey Clark, Elizabethton; five grandchildren: Asia, Dymond, Trey, Isaiah, and Kyndall; two brothers: Randy Arnold, Elizabethton, J.R. Arnold, Mountain City; special friends Miss Dorothy and Miss Molly, known as "The Golden Girls," Dodie, Leta, Faye Stover; and special aunts: Lois, Kathy, Toddie and Charlotte. A special "thank you" is extended to Dr. Peter Tuberty, Dr. Sergio Diaz and the nurses at Sycamore Shoals Hospital 3rd floor for all the love and care given to Mrs. Hill during her illness. Private disposition will be held at a later date. | Arnold, Janice (I29223)
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| 2775 | ELIZABETHTON — John Ashley, age 91, 1812 Gap Creek Rd., Elizabethton, died Wednesday, March 28, 2007, in the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center Hospital following a brief illness. He was a native of Carter County and a son of the late Jim and Harriett Grindstaff Ashley. Mr. Ashley attended True Gospel Baptist Church and was a member of Highpoint Baptist Church. He retired from Gordon's Furniture after ten years of service. Mr. Ashley served with the US Army during World War II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. Survivors are his wife, Margie Montgomery Ashley, of the home, one daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Joe Nave, one son, Johnny Ashley, all of Elizabethton; two granddaughters, Tammy Ashley, Elizabethton, Patty Jo Singleton, Roan Mountain; three great-grandchildren, Patricia Singleton, Jacob Singleton and Nico Ashley; and one sister, Annie Potter, Roan Mountain. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mr. Ashley will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 30, in the Tetrick Funeral Home Riverside Chapel with Evangelist Dean Presnell officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:30 p.m. Friday prior to the service in the chapel. Friends may also call at the residence at anytime. The graveside service and interment will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 31, in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Everyone is welcome to meet the family at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home to go in procession to the cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Captain Lynn H. Folsom VFW Post #2166. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Montgomery, Champ Montgomery, Dr. Miguel Ossorio, Dr. Jay Mehta and the nursing staff of James H. Quillen VA Medical Center Hospital and Ivy Hall employees. | Ashley, John (I13670)
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| 2776 | ELIZABETHTON — Kathryn Randolph Hardin, 90, Elizabethton, passed away Monday, April 27, 2015 in the Hermitage Health Center. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Samuel B. & Viola Collins Randolph. She was a 1942 graduate of Elizabethton High School. Mrs. Hardin was a homemaker who loved to cook and loved to hike. In the early seventies she and her son walked from Shady Valley to Watauga Lake on top of Iron Mountain. She was a member of Siam Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Robert Hardin and two brothers: Vaughan & Jack Randolph. Survivors include Two Daughters: Rosemary Trent and husband Curtiss, Maryville, Tenn. and Martha Talbert and husband John, Bristol, Va. One Son: Bobby Hardin and wife Yolanda, Elizabethton. Five Grandchildren: Robbie Talbert & Wife Leah, Charlottesville, Virginia, Dr. Joey Talbert and wife Megan, Ames, Iowa, Jamie Talbert and wife Kesha, Greensboro, NC, Michael Trent & Wife Ashley, Maryville, Tn. and Bethany Spelce and wife Alex, Knoxville. Her Great Grandchildren: Bryson & Maddie both of Charlottesville, Virginia and Audrey Kathryn Trent, Maryville. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jack Roddy and Mr. Curtis Trent officiating. Interment will follow in the Caldwell Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Grandsons & Great Grandsons. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. To those who prefer, memorials may be made in memory of Mrs. Hardin to the Siam Baptist Church, 2414 Siam Road, Elizabethton, Tn. 37643. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the Staff of Hermitage Health Center for the excellent care our mother received. | Randolph, Katheryn (I43618)
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| 2777 | ELIZABETHTON — Kenneth Brummitt, 74, Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at his residence. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Frank & Rebecca Wilcox Brummitt. He was a Carpenter. Kenneth was a member of the Braemar Baptist Church. He loved working with wood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and one brother. Survivors include two sons, Jeff Brummitt, Elizabethton and Mike Brummitt and wife Leanna, Hampton; three granddaughters, Michaela, Kortnee and Maggie; several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Friday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Danny Osborne, Rev. Dexter Brumit and Rev. Luke Gwyn officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2015, in the Lyons Cemetery. Music will be provided by the Friendship Free Will Baptist Church Choir. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Brummett, Kenneth (I41190)
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| 2778 | ELIZABETHTON — Linda Sue Estep Ayers, 74, Elizabethton passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, in the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late William Earl & Bonnie Hodge Estep. Linda was a 1959 graduate of Unaka High School and attended Milligan College. She was retired from the First Tennessee Human Resource Agency. She was a member of the Hunter United Methodist Church. Survivors include her children: Robin Ayers & friend, Kenny Pack, Greeneville, Beth Hughes & husband Mike, Limestone and William "Bill" Ayers and wife Penny, Elizabethton; three grandchildren, Gary Joe Malone and wife Krystal, Cody Ayers and wife Emily and Austin Ayers; two great grandchildren, Kane Malone and Jaxon Ayers; brother, Larry J. Estep, Blountville; one niece; several cousins & friends; a special friend, Robert Johnson. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Friday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Estel Williams officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday in the Grindstaff-Combs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday will be: Gary Joe Malone, Cody Ayers, Austin Ayers, Mark Bradwell, Kenny Pack, Mike Hughes and William Wiggins. | Estep, Linda Sue (I45380)
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| 2779 | ELIZABETHTON — Lloyd Keith Deloach, 42, 111 Chapel Drive, Elizabethton, died Saturday, July 16, 2005, in the Johnson City Medical Center as the result of a motorcycle accident. A native of Carter County, he was a son of Lloyd G. Deloach, Elizabethton, and the late Frances Marie Grindstaff Deloach, who died on April 19, 2003. He was a graduate of Hampton High School. Mr. Deloach was an employee of American Water Heater, Johnson City, for the past 10 years. He attended Charity Hill Free Will Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Survivors, in addition to his father, include a son, Michael A. Deloach, Elizabethton; a sister and brother-in-law, Lori Ann and Ronnie Yelton, Elizabethton; a brother and sister-in-law, Jeffery and Maxine Deloach, Elizabethton; five nieces and nephews; two great-nieces; several uncles, aunts and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday in Memorial Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Emert officiating. Graveside services and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, 2005, in the Deloach Family Cemetery. The Gospel Travelers Trio will provide the music. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, will be: Ronnie Yelton, Eddie Baird, Gary Clemons, Wesley Largent, Troy Campbell, Ed Lance, Charles Deloach and Eddie Lance Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be: Robin Loveless, Micky Loveless, Jason Russell, Blaine Hyder, his friends at American Water Heater, friends and neighbors. | DeLoach, Lloyd Keith (I2589)
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| 2780 | ELIZABETHTON — Mabel Myers Richardson of Elizabethton, TN passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2016, at the Hermitage Health Center following a brief illness. Mabel was born January 4, 1920, in the Stoney Creek area of Carter County to James Myers and Melia Garland Myers. In addition to her parents, Mabel was preceded in death by three brothers, Arvil, Stanley and Guy; and four sisters, Ada, Hazel, Clyta and Ella and by her husband of sixty-three years, Charles Richardson. Mabel worked forty-five years for North American Rayon Corporation until she retired in 1985. She started in the purchasing department before moving to the engineering department and secretary to the plant manager. Mable was generous, kind, and loving. Her love of family showed in everything she did. Her life was a demonstration of motherhood. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Elizabethton. She enjoyed beauty and nature and often went for drives in the mountains on Sunday afternoon with her family. Mabel is survived by her son, Larry Richardson and wife Diane and one grandson, Chris Richardson and wife Christina. A service to honor the life of Mabel Myers Richardson will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 28, 2016, in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Todd Hallman officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Saturday prior to the service or at the residence at any time. Graveside service and interment will follow the funeral service in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Myers, Mabel (I49704)
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| 2781 | ELIZABETHTON — Margaret Ann Pierce Deloach, 78, Elizabethton passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at her residence. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Spurgeon & Bessie Pierce Collins. Margaret was a graduate of Unaka High School. Prior to her retirement she worked at Pharmaseal & Kennametal. She was a member of Hunter First Baptist Church. Margaret was a Charter Member of the Carter County Car Club and was a member of the East Tennessee Rebel Thunderbird Club. She was an avid Lady Vol Basketball fan and enjoyed the Saturday night cruise in. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Dewey & Floyd Collins; a sister, Virginia Collins; and a nephew, Timmy Collins. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Luther Deloach; a daughter, Angelia Deloach; a grandson, Mackenzie Hazelwood, a granddaughter, Makayla Hazelwood; a god-daughter, Veronica Cole; a brother, Jack Collins and wife Glenda; two sisters, Wilma Nave and husband Ronnie and Margie Lewis and husband C.H.; several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Saturday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Rusty Verran officiating. Music will be provided by Letha Grindstaff. Entombment Service will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 22, 2016, in the Mausoleum of Peace, Happy Valley Memorial Park with music provided by Freida Winters, Harpist. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 1:20 p.m. on Sunday, will be: Jeff Fuller, Frederick Williams, Bruce Killian, Rick Winters, Tim Winters, Rick Norris and Randy Norris. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Bob Collins, Kenneth Sheffield, Michael Sheffield, Buddy Norris, Jack Foster, Glen Creasey, members of the Carter County Car Club, members of the East Tennessee Rebel Thunderbird Club and her neighbors. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to her care giver, Patricia Johnson; her best friend for 53 years, Frieda Winters; her special friends: Pauline White, Carolyn Coker, Geneva Norris and the staff of Amedisys Home Health especially Lance & Andy. | Collins, Margaret Ann (I19085)
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| 2782 | ELIZABETHTON — Mariel Campbell Vines, 85, Elizabethton passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at her residence. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Fina Simerly Campbell. She was a graduate of Elizabethton High School. Mrs. Vines was a homemaker and a member of East Side Christian Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband: William Vines, November 1971, by a son: Robert Michael Vines and a sister: Barbara Calhoun. Survivors include a son & daughter-in-law: Terry Wayne & Linda Vines, Casper, Wyoming. 7 Grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A Sister: Betty Jean Powell, Elizabethton. Several Nieces & Nephews. | Campbell, Mariel (I36431)
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| 2783 | ELIZABETHTON — Martha (Clara) Jane "Granny B" Blevins, age 93, of Elizabethton, TN passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 22, 2016. Her granddaughter, Marcella Widner was with her. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, Beryl Blevins; an infant son, Richard; her parents, S.C. and Luna Bell Ball; two sisters, Dorothy Deloach, Ruby Crow and a brother, Clarence Ball. "Granny B" was a devoted mother, grandmother and neighbor. Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Edna Grindstaff and husband Henry, Wilma Martin, Ted Blevins, Pauletta Pierce and husband Ken, Jackie Blevins, Samantha Berry and husband James and Terry Blevins and wife Tammy; her grandchildren, Marcella, John, Amy, Scott, David, Daniel, Casey, Kelly, Kourtney, Mitzi, Justin, Terry, Angel, Reanna and Travis; several great-grandchildren; four great-great-granddaughters and special friends, Kaye Moody, Joan Boardman, Theron Johnson and lots of other friends and neighbors. She was the oldest charter member of Riverview Baptist Church. The family would like to express a special thank you to Tiffany Jenkins, Amedisys, Nancy Byrd, Pine Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center, Theron Johnson, Roberta Campbell and Frieda Carrier. A service to honor the life of Martha (Clara) Jane "Granny B" Blevins will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 24, 2016, in the Riverview Baptist Church with Mr. Theron Johnson and Rev. Bill Greer officiating. Music will be under the direction of her family. The family will receive friends at the Church from 1:00 – 3:00 PM on Sunday prior to the service or at the residence at any time. Interment will follow the funeral service in the Wilson Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be grandsons, Scott Pierce, David Pierce, Daniel Pierce, Greg Mahala, John Harrison, Travis Bowman, Chad Henson and Casey Blevins and sons-in-law, James Berry, Henry Grindstaff and Ken Pierce. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Men's Sunday School Class of Riverview Baptist Church. | Ball, Martha Jane Clara (I46892)
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| 2784 | ELIZABETHTON — Martha L. Harmon, age 75, formerly of Butler, died Saturday, Aug. 9, 2003, at Hermitage Health Center, Elizabethton, following an extended illness. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late Alvin B. and Polly Dugger. She was a member of Piney Grove Church of Christ. She was a retired employee of Levi Strauss, Mountain City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Renes D. Harmon, April 14, 1999; and two brothers, Freeman and Robert Dugger. Survivors include three daughters, Bea Montgomery, Elizabethton, Sharon Helbert, Elizabethton, and Penny Guy, Johnson City; one son, Tony Harmon, Butler; seven grandchildren, Brian Montgomery, Elizabethton, Vince Helbert Jr., Elizabethton, Justin Harmon, Butler, Josh Harmon, Mountain City, Jessica Arnold, Mountain City, Jennifer Crowe, Durham, N.C., and Rebecca Barlow, Johnson City; two great-grandchildren, Morgan Crowe, Durham, N.C., and Dillan Barlow, Johnson City; two sisters, Eula Harmon, Elk Park, N.C., and Marge McGuire, Aiken, S.C.; five brothers, Lenville Dugger, Johnson City, Dewey Dugger, Butler, Milton Dugger, Johnson City, Joseph Dugger, Butler, and Earl Dugger, Johnson City; several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2003, at Tetrick Funeral Home Chapel of Peace with Mr. Dean Estep, Minister, officiating. Interment will follow at Piney Grove Church of Christ Cemetery, Butler. Active pallbearers will be Burl Harmon, Jerry Harmon, Nicholas Dugger, Kenny Payne, Jim Harris and Billy Dugger. Honorary pallbearers will be Reed McGuire, Ted Harmon, Lynn Dugger, Gary McGuire, Robbie Barlow, Counts Guy and Vincent Helbert Sr. | Dugger, Martha Louise (I25134)
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| 2785 | ELIZABETHTON — Mary Evelyn Pierce Williams,, 81, Elizabethton passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2016, in the Ivy Hall Nursing Home. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Armstrong & Grace Smith Pierce. Mrs. Williams was a member of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church and the Always Ready Sunday School Class. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, John E. Williams, who died February 27, 2011; by a half-sister, Georgia Blanche Grindstaff; and two brothers, James O. & Guerney Pierce. Survivors include two daughters, Starr Lowe and husband Tim, Elizabethton and Sandra Williams, Johnson City; two sons, Matthew Williams and wife Madeline and Johnny Williams all of Elizabethton; a sister, Patsy Stout, Gray; four brothers, Rhonda Pierce and wife Shirley, Hampton, Lawrence Pierce and wife Pauletta, Dean Pierce and wife Loretta and Dallas Pierce and wife Carolyn all of Elizabethton; four grandchildren, Jamie Amer & Jessica Harr, Johnny Scott Williams and Makenzie Williams; five great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild; her sisters-in-law, Myrtle Pierce, Wanda Pierce and Shirley Pierce; several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Sunday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bill Taylor, and Rev. Willie Lunsford officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10:45 a.m. on Monday May 9, 2016, in the Mountain Home National Cemetery. Music will be provided by Mike Williams. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Pierce, Mary Evelyn (I47305)
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| 2786 | ELIZABETHTON — Mary Josephine Shultz Chambers, age 103, of the Hillview Health Center and formerly of Pine Hill Road, Elizabethton passed away on Monday, February 1, 2016, at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on February 24, 1912, to Harry C. and Rosanna McCloud Shultz and had lived in Elizabethton her entire life, leaving only to serve in the Quartermaster's Division of the Women's Army Corps for three years during World War II. She retired from the North American Rayon Corporation in 1972 after forty years in the Spinnerette Department. She was a lifelong member and dedicated supporter of the First Baptist Church of Elizabethton and had also been active in the B&PW Club, the Eastern Star and the American Legion. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, M. Kyle Chambers, in 2006. The second eldest of six children, she was also predeceased by her five brothers, William H. Shultz, Paul E. Shultz, Earl H. Shultz, Ernest T. Shultz, and Clarence R. "Tommy" Shultz. She is survived by two sisters-in-law, Dean D. Shultz, who served as her primary caregiver, and Mary Lloyd Shultz; a nephew, William H. Shultz, Jr. and his wife Mary, and a niece, Rachael A. Shultz; a grandniece, Cynthia S. Noles and her husband Bruce, and a grandnephew, William H. Shultz, III; two great-grandnieces, Victoria A. Noles and Madison B. Shultz, and a great-grandnephew, W. Taylor Shultz. A service to honor the life of Mary Shultz Chambers will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 4, 2016, in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Brent Seals and Rev. Todd Hallman officiating. Music will be under the direction of Mr. John Bunn. The family will receive friends at the funeral home immediately preceding the service from 1:00 - 2:00 PM on Thursday. Interment will immediately follow the funeral service in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Deacons of First Baptist Church, Elizabethton. | Schultz, Mary Josephine (I46578)
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| 2787 | ELIZABETHTON — Maynard Gale "Speck" Lovelace, 75, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 27, 2016, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was a retired payroll supervisor from North American Rayon Corporation after 37 years of service. He loved to play golf, sing gospel hymns, and spend time with his grandchildren. He was long-time member of Beck Mountain Baptist Church where he was the Men's Class Sunday School teacher, a member of the choir, and served as a Trustee and Choir Leader. He previously served as a board member for Happy Valley Credit Union. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Valarie Suzette Lovelace; his parents, Harold and Pauline Lovelace; and a sister, Charlene Harmon Houstma. Survivors include his wife of 55 years and his principal caregiver, Emily Lovelace; his son, Wesley Lovelace and wife Tracy of Southside, Alabama; his daughter, Cindy Cox and husband Sid of Elizabethton; his grandchildren, Chelsie Cox, Courtney Cox Winters and husband Martin, of Elizabethton; Austin Lovelace and Hayley Lovelace of Southside, Alabama; brothers, Charles Lovelace, Terry Lovelace and Randy Lovelace; sisters, Doris Colbaugh, Wilma Colbaugh and Paula Berry; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful, four legged companion, Marlie "Poo Dog". The family will receive friends during a graveside remembrance service to be held at 4:00 PM, Thursday, June 30, 2016, at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton, with Pastor Ronnie Campbell officiating. A procession to the graveside services will begin at 3:15 PM from Tetrick Funeral Home Riverside Chapel, Elizabethton. Friends may also call or visit at other times at the home in Elizabethton. Active pallbearers will be, Wesley Lovelace, Sid Cox, Austin Lovelace, John Pierce, Eddie Sams, Martin Winters, Jeff Harmon, and Jordan Lambert. Honorary pallbearers will be the congregation of Beck Mountain Baptist Church, the staff of Adult Day Services of Johnson City, Dennis Cox, Tim Cox, Geddie Monroe, Mike Taylor, Garry Edwards and Dr. Steven Kimbrough. | Lovelace, Maynard Gale (I45090)
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| 2788 | ELIZABETHTON — Miss Christine D. Chambers, age 82, formerly of 220 Coal Chute Road , Elizabethton, went home to be with her Lord at Life Care Center of Elizabethton on Saturday, February 3, 2007, following a brief illness. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Henry W. and Callie Deloach Chambers. She was a member of Valley Forge Free Will Baptist Church and a retired employee of North American Rayon Corporation. Miss Chambers was preceded in death by four brothers. Survivors include two sisters, Ruby Glover, Bristol, VA, and Dorothy Chambers, Elizabethton; several nieces and nephews and special friend, Jean Matherly, Elizabethton, also survive. The funeral service for Miss Chambers will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2007, in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home with Pastor Ed Glover and Pastor Larry Glover officiating. Interment will follow the funeral service in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel on Monday, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the funeral service. | Chambers, Christine D. (I12336)
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| 2789 | ELIZABETHTON — Mr. Earl Clay Swift, age 77, Elizabethton, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at the Hillview Health Care Center. Mr. Swift was born in Avery County, NC and son of the late William Butler & Ada Warren Swift. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Irick Swift; brothers, Ray Swift, Jim Swift, Willis Swift, and Paul Swift; and sisters, Kate Sweezy, Francis Epperly, and Imogene Greene. He was a United States Army Veteran and retired from American Air Filter. He enjoyed farming and hunting in his younger days and loved to restore and repair automobiles. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Debbie & Eddie Kennedy, Brentwood, TN; grandchildren, Jessica and Lyndon Kennedy; sister-in-law, Martha Swift; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00AM, Monday, April 18, 2016, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at New Victory Methodist Cemetery with Reverend Garland James officiating. Pallbearers will be family & friends. | Swift, Earl Clay (I49230)
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| 2790 | ELIZABETHTON — Mr. James Edward Cretsinger, age 72, Elizabethton, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2015, at his home surrounded by his family following a battle with cancer. James was a native of Elizabethton and son of the late Lester Fagan Cretsinger and Laura Bingham Cretsinger Manning. He retired after 30 years with Kiser Supply of Bluff City as a salesman. After retirement, James could be found on his motorcycle or with family and friends. James is survived by his daughter, Angela Ritenour and three grandchildren, Cory, Leah, and Abby, all of the home. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, August 7, 2015, 6:30 PM, at Boones Creek Christian Church with Pastor David Clark officiating. His remains will be spread on the Blue Ridge Parkway at a later date. | Cretsinger, James Edward (I42274)
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| 2791 | ELIZABETHTON — Mr. James Williams Smalling, 94 of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 22, 2016. He was born on October 31,1921, in Carter County, TN, a son of the late Sallie Williams Smalling and Ed E. Smalling. His wife of 63 years, Blanche Braswell Smalling and a daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Jerry Dodson, preceded him in death. He graduated from Happy Valley High School in 1940 and attended ETSU. He was a Hereford Cattleman and a Citrus Farmer. He was a salesman for Security Feed and Eashman. He served for several years as President of the Farm Bureau and was a Boy Scout Leader. He was a member of Watauga Point United Methodist Church. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Troy Mclnturff; son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Teresa Smalling; and a daughter Diane Smalling; four grandchildren, April (Tilo) Kuschman, Andrea (Ted) Bradford, Nathan (Laura) Mclnturff, and Erica (Stuart) Everley; nine great grandchildren, Sullivan, Jackson, Makenna, Ella, Hannah, Nolen, Connor, Anika, and Addison. Sisters, Aleta Hendrix and Hattie Ruth Whidden and family friend, JoAnn Blankenship; and many nieces and nephews. The family of Mr. James William Smalling will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, 2016, in the Morris-Baker Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. with Rev. Mack Houston, Pastor Estel Williams and Pastor Mike Berry officiating. The graveside committal service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Monday, in the Washington County Memory Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Charles Phipps, Tilo Kuschmann, Ted Bradford II, Stuart Everley, Brian Whidden, and Rick Burchett. Honorary Pallbearers will be Sullivan Mclnturff, Jackson Bradford, Danny Carver and George Blankenship. | Smalling, James Williams (I49445)
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| 2792 | ELIZABETHTON — Mr. John L. Bowers, Jr., 86, of Elizabethton, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2010, at his residence. He was the son of the late John L. Bowers Sr. and Winnie E. Morley Bowers and was born in Carter County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Yvonne Bowers, on September 16, 2007; two sons, Richard Morley Bowers, August 14, 1952, Alan Nelson Bowers, August 2, 1962; a brother, Ralph Bowers Sr.; and three sisters, Virginia B. Bowers, Nelle B. Lubs and Christine Berniece Oglesby. Mr. Bowers was educated in the public school system of Elizabethton and was a graduate of Elizabethton High School, where he was the President of the Student Body and Recipient of the Medal of Honor. He received the first diploma awarded from the "new" Elizabethton High School (presently T.A. Dugger Junior High). He received a B.A. Degree (Cum Laude) from Vanderbilt University, where his undergraduate major was Business Administration, and he had a double minor in History and Political Science. He received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence Degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law. During his undergraduate and post-graduate time there, he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Order of the COIF (highest legal scholastic society) and the Case Editor for the Vanderbilt Law Review. He received his license to practice law on November 3, 1951, from the Supreme Court of Tennessee. He was the senior partner of the Elizabethton Law Firm of Allen, Nelson and Bowers, where for nearly eighteen years, he practiced with the late Judge Roy C. Nelson. For 8½ years, from 1969-1977, he served as the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee, which embraces 41 of Tennessee's 95 counties. He held this position under three United States Presidents. He was past president of the Carter County Bar Association and served as President of the Junior Section of the Bar Association of Tennessee. Mr. Bowers served the City of Elizabethton as Mayor for two terms. He was a former Jaycees' Outstanding Young Man of the Year in Carter County; a past President of the Elizabethton Rotary Club with a 59 year record of perfect attendance; past President of the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce; a member of the Dashiell Masonic Lodge # 238 F. and AM; member Kingsport Court #183 Royal Order of Jesters; past President of the Elizabethton Shrine Club; past Commander of American Legion Post #49; past Exalted Ruler of the Elizabethton B.P.O. Elks Lodge #1847; past Director of the Watauga Historical Association; and former Vice-President of the Tennessee Area Council of the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Mr. Bowers was a former member of the Board of Trustees of Carson-Newman College; was a former member of and Secretary to the Board of Directors of Citizens Bank; was a founding member of the Board of Directors and became Director Emeritus of Shepherd's Inn on January 1, 2002. He was extremely active in Gideons International and joined the Elizabethton Chapter shortly after it was established in 1976. He was a member of First Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon Emeritus since 2008 and was a member of the Foursquare Sunday School Class. Mr. Bowers was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Bowers was a prominent and outstanding member of the community who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by a daughter, Dr. Bege K. Bowers, Youngstown, OH; two sons and daughters-in-law, John L. Bowers III and his wife, Patricia Dove Bowers, and Gregory H. Bowers and his wife, Julie Harrill Bowers, all of Elizabethton; three granddaughters, Katie Bowers Harmon, Tallahassee, FL, Elizabeth Dove, Elizabethton, Kristy Glover, Kingsport; three grandsons, Jonathan A. Bowers, Alan Franklin Bowers and Daniel Raymond Bowers, all of Elizabethton; two great-grandsons, Nicholas Glover and Ryan Harmon; several nephews including Roger Lynn Bowers and his wife, Claire, Roger Duncan and his wife, Teri, Ralph Bowers and his wife, Carol, Ralph Howell, and Charles Buddy Howell; several nieces, including Debra Archer, Suzanne Bowling and her husband, Richard, Vicki Hood and her husband, Sonny; and a myriad of great-nephews and great-nieces. The funeral service for Mr. Bowers will be conducted on Sunday, September 26, 2010, at 3:30 PM in the First Baptist Church, Elizabethton, with Dr. Jim Royston and Rev. Bob Polk officiating. Music will be under the direction of Rev. Tim Smith. The family will receive friends in the church from 1:30-3:30 PM on Sunday prior to the service and at the residence of his son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Julie Bowers, at other times. The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Monday, September 27, 2010, at 10:00 AM at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Jonathan A. Bowers and the Deacons of First Baptist Church of Elizabethton. Honorary pallbearers will be the Chancellor and Judges of the First Tennessee Judicial District; members of the Carter County Bar Association; members of the Elizabethton Rotary Club; members of First Baptist Church and Foursquare Sunday School Class; members of the Elizabethton Gideons Camp; the staff, coaches, and players of the Elizabethton Twins organization; and his many friends, including Dewey Renfro; Bill Broome; Ron Campbell; Richard Barker; Joe Alexander; Charlie Bowman, and the staff of Elizabethton Wal-Mart. Military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post #49. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton at 9:15 AM, Monday, to go in procession to the cemetery. | Bowers, John L. Jr. (I32160)
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| 2793 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Carol Morgan Bowers, 72, of Elizabethton, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2015, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Bowers was the daughter of the late Warner C. and Carol Jenkins Morgan and was born in Birmingham, AL. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Adam Presnell. She is survived by her husband, Arthur "Deacon" Bowers, of the home; two daughters, Julie Presnell and her husband, Tony, Elizabethton; Donna Stanton and her husband, Bill, Mt. Pleasant, SC; a son, Paul Bowers, Huntsville, AL; three grandchildren, Will Presnell,, Sarah Presnell and her husband, Ryan, and Rachel Lyons and her husband, Richard, all of Elizabethton; four great-grandchildren, Ryan and Caroline Presnell and Seth and Leah Lyons, all of Elizabethton; two brothers, Robert Morgan and his wife, Sharlotte, Decatur, AL and Bruce Morgan and his wife, Regina, Birmingham, AL. A private family gathering will be conducted. | Morgan, Carol Jenkins (I44166)
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| 2794 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Colleen Simerly Davenport, 89, of Elizabethton, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012, in the Jonas Ridge Adult Care Center in Jonas Ridge, NC. She was the daughter of the late Willie and Mary Banks Simerly and was born in Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, M.H. Davenport, whom she married on April 5, 1953; and five brothers, Kale Simerly, Thurman Simerly, Conley Simerly, Cecil Simerly and Ozro "Ozzie" Simerly. She was retired from North American Rayon Corporation and was a member of East River Park Christian Church in Elizabethton. She is survived by a nephew, Ozzie Simerly and his wife, Cheryl, of Charlotte, NC; and a niece, Cathy Simerly Miller, of Hampton. Several other nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Davenport will be conducted on Saturday, April 7, 2012, at 2:00 PM in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Mr. John Smith, minister, officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 1:00-2:00 PM on Saturday prior to the service. The committal and entombment service will follow the funeral service at Happy Valley Memorial Park, Mausoleum of Peace. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Pleasant, Jerry Simerly, Bobby Simerly and Steve Simerly. | Simerly, Colleen (I16098)
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| 2795 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Edith Grace Buckles, 87, formerly of 189 Rainbow Circle, Elizabethton, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Emma Buckles and was born in Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Buckles, in 1986; three brothers; and two sisters-in-law, Clay and Georgia Buckles, Claude Buckles, Eugene and Juanita Buckles; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Luther and Pearl Buckles, Carmack and Effie Danner; two brothers-in-law, Elwood Garland, Guerney Pierce; a sister-in-law, Ella Mae Buckles. Mrs. Buckles was a homemaker and a partner in the Floyd Buckles Sales Company. She was a devoted member of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church. She loved her friends in the Willing Workers Sunday School Class there. She was a loving aunt who will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews. She is survived by four brothers, H.J. Buckles and his wife, Helen, Elizabethton, Ivan Buckles; Elizabethton, Earl Buckles and his wife, Helen, Elizabethton; Paul Buckles and his wife, Peggy, Mt. Carmel; three sisters, Margaret Garland, Casco, MI, Myrtle Pierce, Elizabethton, Brenda Taylor and her husband, Bill, Johnson City; a sister-in-law, Myrtle Buckles; her special friend and caregiver, Wilma Bowers; and her roommate and friend, Charlotte Walker. A host of nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Buckles will be conducted on Saturday, August 27, 2011, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Peace, Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. William Lunsford, Rev. William Taylor and Dr. William Duncan officiating. Music will be under the direction of Tina Lunsford and Headed Home. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 1:00-2:00 PM Saturday prior to the service and at the home of a sister, Myrtle Pierce, 233 Berry Hill Road, Elizabethton, at other times. Interment will follow the funeral service at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Gerald Buckles, Dean Buckles, Jimmy Buckles, Tommy Pierce, Randy Wilson, Eric Buckles, Jerry Weaver and Buddy Bowers. Honorary pallbearers will be all her friends and neighbors. The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Life Care Center of Elizabethton, especially the CNA staff and Alice for all the love and care shown to Edith and the family. | Buckles, Edith Grace (I32799)
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| 2796 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Emma C. Johnson, age 87, of Elizabethton, died Monday, February 20, 2012, at Ivy Hall Nursing Home. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Frank and Sally Pierce White. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and she was of the Church of Christ faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Daniel Johnson; a grandson, Thomas Hovatter; two sisters, Mabel Matthew and Christine McKinney; and a brother, Edward White. Survivors include two daughters, Faye Shull and husband, Phil, Hampton, and Judi Hovatter and husband, Roy James, Jonesborough; two grandchildren, Lisa Shull and Lori Mowdy and husband, Sankler; a brother, Verlin "Brown" White, Elizabethton; and two special nephews, Steve Wallace, Butler, and Doug Hicks, North Carolina. Several other nieces and nephews also survive. Graveside service for Mrs. Emma C. Johnson will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 24, 2012, in Lakeview Cemetery, Carter County, TN, with Rev. Gary Pate officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Those attending the graveside service will meet at the cemetery at 10:55 A.M. on Friday. The family will receive friends at Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services on Thursday, February 23, 2012, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. | White, Emma (I30105)
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| 2797 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Gladys Mae Taylor, 91, formerly of Taylor Town Road, Elizabethton, died on Thursday, December 20, 2007, in Life Care Center of Elizabethton. She entered Heaven's gates to be with her precious Savior. She was a sweet and loving Mother, Grandmother and friend to all. Mrs. Taylor was preceded in death by her parents, Monroe and Mary Belle Deloach Winters; her husband, Elwood Taylor; two sons, Lloyd Ray Taylor, Clifford Taylor; one daughter, Charlotte Morton; one brother and one sister. Mrs. Taylor is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Diane and W.C. Rasnick, Elizabethton, Frances (Otcie) and Fred Sluder, Elizabethton, Vickie and Wayne Barry, Mountain City, Jenny and Ernest Rosenbaum, Ringold, GA; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Douglas Taylor, Elizabethton, Kenneth and Barbara Taylor, Johnson City; one brother, Lloyd Winters, Elizabethton; seventeen grandchildren and several great and great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a special friend, Gerald Clark of Life Care Elizabethton and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Mrs. Taylor will be conducted on Saturday, December 22, 2007, at 8:00 PM in the Tetrick Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel with Rev. Jackie Cole, Rev. Steve Burleson and Rev. Mike Robinson officiating. Music will be under the direction of Ms. Becky Darnell, soloist. The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Sunday, December 23, 2007, at 2:00 PM at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the funeral home at 1:15 PM Sunday to go in procession to the cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jim Nave, Terry Oliver, Darrell Hardin, David Collins, Gary Rosenbaum and Mike Rosenbaum. Honorary pallbearers will be Lustus Woods, Jr., Richard Blevins and Gary Smith. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday prior to the service and at the home of Diane Rasnick, 110 Little Avenue, Biltmore Community at other times. The family would like to extend a special thanks to all the staff, nurses and CNAs at Life Care Center of Elizabethton, especially Maxine, Kitty and Nina and to Caris Healthcare Hospice for all their help and concern for our Mother. | Winters, Gladys M. (I8337)
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| 2798 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Irene Gentry Crowe, 96, Elizabethton went home to be with her Lord, Sunday, February 3, 2013 in the Hillview Health Center. A native of Johnson County, she was a daughter of the late William and Cora Berry Gentry. She had lived most of her life in Elizabethton. She was a graduate of the Watauga Academy. Mrs. Crowe had worked at several different department stores in Elizabethton. Until her illness she was an active member of Oak Street Baptist Church. She was an excellent seamstress, loved working in her garden, canning, cooking , and loved to quilt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband: Rev. John W. Crowe, three brothers: Maynard, Harry and Robert Gentry and two sisters; Dorothy Hammonds and Icle Nave. Survivors include a daughter & son-in-law: Flora & Henry Joy, Johnson City. Two Sons & daughters-in-law: Roger & Cookie Crowe, Elizabethton and Carey & Betty Crowe, Knoxville. Four Grandchildren: Kendra McPherson, Becky Jackson, Brian Crowe and David Crowe. 8 Great Grandchildren. Several Nieces & Nephews including two special nieces: Wilma Shoun and Barbara Blevins. Her special friends: Shelby Medearis and Vi Watson. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 6, 2013 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Hendrich officiating. Interment will follow in Butler Memorial Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be: Brian Crowe, David Crowe, Dustin Jackson, Robert McPherson, Peter Crowe, Sam Crowe, Alvin Woodby and Ben Watson. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the entire staff of Hillview Health Center for the excellent care our mother received. To those who prefer, Memorials may be made in memory of Mrs. Crowe to "We Love Our Church," Oak Street Baptist Church, 804 Oak Street, Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643. | Gentry, Mabel Irene (I39365)
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| 2799 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Kathleen Ritchie Bowers, 97, of Elizabethton, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born in Carter County and was the daughter of the late David E. and Belle Murray Ritchie. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl M. Bowers, on July 28, 2006; four brothers, Ralph Ritchie, Roscoe Ritchie, Ted Ritchie, Elbert Ritchie; and three sisters, Pauline Ritchie, Helen Kate Payne and Lucille Ritchie. Mrs. Bowers was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Elizabethton, where she was active in the United Methodist Women and a member of the Fellowship Sunday School Class. She held offices, served the church and the community in other capacities, and was a faithful member of many organizations including the Elizabethton Women's Club, FCE (Home Demonstration Club) and the Carter County Republican Women's Club. She was retired from the Head Start Program of the Carter County School System. She is survived by a daughter, Carla Bowers Cox and her husband, Bob, of Knoxville, TN; a granddaughter, Tiffany Gardner and her husband, Scott, Knoxville, TN; two great-grandchildren, Madison Gardner and Johnathon Gardner, both of Knoxville, TN; a brother Sam Q. Ritchie and his wife, Ruth, of Elizabethton; and a sister, Emma Jean Roddy, also of Elizabethton. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Bowers will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 4, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church, Elizabethton, with members of her family joining together to celebrate her life. Music will be under the direction of Scott Reynolds, organist. The family will greet those in attendance in the parlor of the church following the memorial service. The family will also welcome visitors from 2:00-4:00 PM on Friday, December 3, 2010, in the Fireside Room of Tetrick Funeral Home. A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 4, 2010, in the Pearl Bowers Cemetery, Blue Springs Community. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Mann, Richard Grindstaff, Jim Sharp, Richard Hardin, Dude LaPorte, Dr. Joseph May, Dr. Floyd Earl May, Dr. David May and Dr. Stephen May. | Ritchie, Kathleen (I47411)
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| 2800 | ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Nora Grace Lipford, age 81, of 128 Butler Hardin Road, Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital following an extended illness. She was a native of Carter County and was a daughter of the late Rhudy and Rosa Deloach Heaton. She was a member of the Siam Baptist Church and was a former employee of the J.C. Penny Co. and a homemaker. Mrs. Lipford was a 1947 graduate of Hampton High School. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Heaton Love, and two brothers, John Heaton and Stanley Heaton. Survivors include her husband of forty-one years, Charles Lipford, of the home; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews including a special niece whom she raised and lived with her, Betty Lipscomb of Lexington, KY; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Bernice Roulstone of Orlando, Florida, Lucille Heaton, Jessie and Carroll Montgomery, Gary and Nancy Lipford, Jimmy and Joyce Lipford, and Gene Smith all of Elizabethton; and a special friend, Juanita Ellison, of Elizabethton. The funeral service for Mrs. Nora Grace Lipford will be conducted at 2:00 PM. on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, in the Chapel of Peace of the Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Jack Roddy and Rev. Adam Polk officiating. The eulogy will be given by Becky Raulston. The music will be under the direction of Robin Montgomery and Bill Anderson. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 11, 2008, from noon until 2:00 P.M. prior to the service in the chapel or you may call at the residence, 128 Butler Hardin Road, Elizabethton, anytime. The committal service and entombment will follow in the Mausoleum of Peace at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be her nephews, Gary Lipford, Chris Lipford, Chipper Montgomery, Keith Raulston, Oran Campbell, David Smith and David McKinney. Honorary pallbearers will be Dennis Heaton, K.O. Gentry, Bud Farmer, Jerry Smith, Bruce Wiltshire, Earl Wayne Gentry, Harry Ford, Members of the Fellowship Sunday School Class at Siam Baptist Church and her friends at Siam Baptist Church. A special "Thank you" is extended to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of the ICU at Sycamore Shoals Hospital for all their care and love extended to the Lipford family. Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to the Chairlift Fund at Siam Baptist Church, 2414 Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643. | Heaton, Nora Grace (I2141)
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