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| 2901 | Entered into eternal rest Thursday, May 03, 2007, Mae Deloach Walker, widow of Owen F. Walker. Residence, North Charleston, South Carolina. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her graveside funeral service, in Carolina Memorial Park, Saturday, May 5, 2007at two o'clock. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., GREENRIDGE ROAD CHAPEL, this Friday evening from six until eight o'clock. Born August 24, 1919 in Luray, SC, Mrs. Walker was the daughter of the late Robert and Minnie Pope Deloach. Surviving Mrs. Walker are two sons: Michael L. Walker of Ladson and Jack Mitchell Walker of N. Charleston; her good friend, Doris of N. Charleston; five grandchildren, six great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. A son, Robert Walker, and a sister, Janie Gaskins, preceded Mrs. Walker in death. | DeLoach, Ola Mae (I29037)
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| 2902 | Entomed in Mausoleum Highland Cemetery | Ellis, William Thomas Maxwell (I4678)
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| 2903 | Erby Lee Johnson, age 82, of Mountain City, TN went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 26, 2017 at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born August 6, 1934 to the late Whitlaw Johnson and Una Louisa Arney Johnson. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having retired after 23 years of service. Following his retirement from the military, he worked for Lockheed and later worked as a pipeline inspector. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Everett Johnson and Whitlaw Dent Johnson, Jr. Erby was a unique man. It has been said that there was never a dull or boring moment around him. He was a man with a large personality and lived his life to the beat of his own drum. Erby loved Mountain City and Johnson County. He owned two airplanes and enjoyed flying over the beautiful mountains. He was a member of First Christian Church. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Brenda Naldrett Johnson, a son, Gary Lee Johnson and wife Dana, sisters Evelyn Gentry and husband Thurman, Lois Lovell and husband Frank, and Francis Russell, a brother Joseph Park Johnson and wife Mary, grandchildren Celise Nicole Johnson, John Wesley Johnson, Jackson Lee Johnson, and Robert Dent Johnson, great-grandchildren Madison Michelle Johnson, Harper Nash Willis, and Jackson Lee Johnson, II., along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 PM at Mountain City Funeral on Wednesday, March 29, 2017. A memorial service will follow at 7:00 with Pastor Dwayne Dickson officiating. A service presenting full military honors will follow the memorial service. | Johnson, Erby Lee (I53154)
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| 2904 | Eric Lynn Tolley, 41, of Holden, Mass., passed peacefully on to Heaven on Friday, November 25, 2022, after an extended illness. Eric was born on May 20, 1981. He graduated from Hampton High School and was a member of Valley Forge Freewill Baptist Church. In past years, he resided in Holden, Mass., and worked as a Regional Manager for Crothall Healthcare at UMass Memorial Medical Center. He held a B.S. in Bio Medical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, and was most proud to be a Vol and especially loved attending or watching UT football games. He was also an avid sports fan, supporting and enjoying all the New England teams. He much loved and was loved by his dogs, Jules and Lady. He was formerly married to Sue Ganas-Tolley of Holden, Mass. Eric also had a great love for fishing and enjoyed this sport with Sue’s father, Chris. His family in Holden included Chris and Mary Lou Ganas, brother-in-law, Matt Ganas (Shawn), nephew, Javi, and many other special friends. He was a much loved colleague by so many at Crothall Healthcare, and especially by his manager, Terri Crofts, and co-worker, Kim Bogan. Survivors in Tennessee are his parents, Curtis Steve Tolley and Norma Jean Tolley; brother, Steven Lynn Tolley (Angie); and nephews, Harrison (Troix) and Hayden. A service to honor Eric’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 1, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Randy Johnson and the Rev. Gary Whitehead officiating and is open to anyone who may wish to attend. Music will be provided by Angie Tolley. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. He will be buried following the service at the Brownlow-Tolley Cemetery in the Fairview community of Carter County. | Tolley, Eric Lynn (4419214)
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| 2905 | Eric Scott Oliver, 50, Elizabethton, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 9, 2021. He was born April 23, 1971 in Johnson City. Scott was a graduate of Hampton High School. He was self-employed in the lawn business. Prior to that he was employed at Douglas Dynamic for 20 years. He loved fishing, hiking, loved being with friends and he loved his children with all his heart. He was of the Baptist Faith. Scott was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Carl and Nora Hardin, and his paternal grandparents, Stacey and Helen Oliver. Survivors include his children, Sydney Oliver and Nicholas Oliver; his father, Stacey Oliver Sr. and his wife Ternia, Maiden, N.C.; his mother, Sherry Fortner and husband Kenneth, Elizabethton; a sister, Carla Schroeder and husband Tony, Maiden, N.C.; a brother, Stacey “Jimmy” Oliver, Elizabethton; a special aunt, Charlotte Williams; a special uncle, Carl Hardin Jr.; one niece, Alanna Sigmon; one nephew, Brandon Arthur; a great-niece, Baby Holland; many cousins and many friends he loved very much including his best friend, Dale Campbell, and all his friends at Douglas Dynamic. The graveside service will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, August 14, in the Caldwell Springs Cemetery with Dr. Alan King officiating. Music will be provided by Amy Banner. Interment will follow the service. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 3:20 p.m. Saturday, will be Dale Campbell, Keith Foster, Hal Nave, Terry Banner, Brian Kyte and Leslie Grindstaff. Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Nave and Chris Roberson. | Oliver, Eric Scott (I85800)
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| 2906 | Erma Lou Peters Broyles, 82, of Elizabethton, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at her residence. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Anderson and Pearl Taylor Peters. She was a graduate of Unaka High School. Erma Lou in earlier years had worked for Dr. Bowman and also had worked for her brothers, who were in the jewelry business. She was a member of New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church and also attended First Free Will Baptist Church of Elizabethton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Lewis Broyles, who died December 26, 2004; two sisters, Betty Taylor and Wilma Cannon; and three brothers, Lefty, Rondal and Albun Peters. Survivors include her son, Terry Jack Broyles; a sister-in-law, Mary Peters; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Erma Lou Peters Broyles will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, March 23, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jack Lloyd officiating. Music will be provided by Grady Holder. Interment will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Peters, Erma Lou (I59117)
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| 2907 | Erma Myers - JOHNSON CITY Erma Jean Hardin Myers, age 69, Johnson City, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 29, 2008, from Christian Care Center of Johnson City following a brief illness. She was a Carter County native and a daughter of the late Cecil J. and Ruby Grindstaff Hardin. Mrs. Myers was a graduate of Unaka High School class of 1955 and always enjoyed working on the class reunion committee. Professionally, she was the financial secretary of First Presbyterian Church, Johnson City, for thirty-two years. She truly learned to love God's Presbyterian children and enjoyed her years there. Mrs. Myers became a Christian at an early age, being led to the Lord by the late dear one, Gertrude Hale. She was, at one time, a member of Willow Springs and Caldwell Springs Baptist Churches on Stony Creek. There she was taught by scripture and example. After her marriage to Dr. George G. Myers (former ETSU professor), in May of 1955, she joined the Dungan Chapel Baptist Church with him and began an active service of Teaching and working in many areas of the Church's program. For twenty-five years, she worked tirelessly at Cedar Grove Baptist Church in West Carter County. For the last thirteen years, Mrs. Myers had been a member of First Baptist Church of Elizabethton, where she continued to be an innovative teacher, employing flip charts and many objects to illustrate a Sunday School lesson. She became known as the "Bag Lady" because there was always an object in her bag to make a point in a lesson. Mrs. Myers would like to be remembered as a child of God, a servant and teacher in His church, a caring friend, mother and wife. Mrs. Myers is survived by her husband of fifty-three years, Dr. George G. Myers, of the home; and she was the proud mother of three sons and daughters-in-law: Glenn Stanley and Vicki Myers, Bristol, TN, Lynn Cecil and Rita Myers, Dr. James and Donna Myers, all of Johnson City. Mrs. Myers' other surviving family members are one grandson: Christopher George Myers, Johnson City; one sister and brother-in-law; Lois Fay (Hopson) Treadway and Bob Treadway; one brother and sister-in-law: John H. and Nyoka Hardin, Elizabethton; her nieces and nephews: David Keith and Connie Jo Hopson, Judy Hopson, John Claude and Jennifer Hardin, Jeremy Hardin, Richard and Vikki Thomas and Heather Richardson. In addition, her special friends Nita DeSalme, Wanda Bowers and a number of great-nieces, great-nephews and special cousins also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Myers will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1, in the First Baptist Church, Elizabethton, with Dr. Angus R. Shaw and Dr. Jim Royston officiating. Music will be under the direction of Julie Cardwell and Tim Smith. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the church prior to the service. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 2, in the Ensor Cemetery. Everyone is welcome to meet the family at 10 a.m. Friday at Tetrick Funeral Home to go in procession to the cemetery. Active pallbearers will be John Claude Hardin, Jeremy Hardin, Richard Thomas, Bill Mosley, Steve Smith, Mike Wiggins, Gerald McDowell and Dale Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Messengers Class of First Baptist Church and her longtime friends and neighbors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 415 Washington Ave., Elizabethton, TN 37643; the Hales Community Ministry through First Baptist Church, 212 East F St., Elizabethton, TN 37643; to the charity of your choice or to the mission offering of your home church in her memory. | Hardin, Erma Jean (I7014)
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| 2908 | Ernest "Gebe" Ritchie, 74, of 1543 Highway 91, Elizabethton, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2013 at his residence following an extended illness. He was a son of the late John and Hattie Love Ritchie and was born in Carter County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill Ritchie and Gene Ritchie; two sisters, Mary Lou Scott and Linda Littleton. Mr. Ritchie was a member of Stoney Creek Baptist Church and attended New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. He retired from Summers-Taylor as a truck driver and had previously driven for Mason Dixon, ETW&C, and Beaunit. He was also a former bus driver with the Carter County School System. For forty years, he was known as one of the best auctioneers in the area, having graduated from the Mendenhall School of Auctioneering, High Point, NC, in November 1969. Mr. Ritchie was a United States Army veteran, having proudly served during the Vietnam Era. He spent many years with the Carter County Honor Guard and was a member of the American Legion Post #49, a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Ritchie was a lifetime member of the Carter County Rescue Squad and served fourteen years on the Carter County Board of Education and was presently serving on the Carter County Commission at the time of his death. Mr. Ritchie is survived by his wife of twenty-five years, Lynice Williams Ritchie, of the home; one son, Doug Stevens and wife, Carrie, Elizabethton; two daughters, Wendy Sams and husband, Wayne, Elizabethton, Jenny Lockett and husband, Jerry, Water Park Fla.; three grandchildren, Josh Sams and wife, Brooke, Laikyn Stevens and J. Allen Lockett; one great-granddaughter, Emma Nichole Sams; one brother, George Ritchie and wife, Nancy. The funeral service will be conducted at 8:00 PM on Sunday, October 13, 2013, in the Chapel of Peace of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Ray Colbaugh and Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. Music will be under the direction of Mr. Kenny Greer and Mr. Dennis Laws. The family will receive friends from 5:30-8:00 PM prior to the funeral service in the chapel or at the residence at other times. The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Monday, October 14th at the Ritchie Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be Steve Scott, Mike Scott, David Scott, Bart Ritchie, Donnie Dean Slagle and Rob Simpson. Honorary pallbearers will be his very special best friend Henry Wayne Ensor, Dallas Sams, Richard Williams, Aubrey Ensor, Ken Calloway, Keith Bowers Jr., Keith Bennett, Jack Love, Lawrence Ritchie, Johnny Davis, Dewey Renfro, Howard Hoilman, Ronnie Ritchie, all members of the Carter County Commission and all of his auction family. | Ritchie, Ernest Lynn (I79580)
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| 2909 | Ernest Deloach, Jr. age 65, passed away Friday, May 20, 2022 at Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky. Junior was a lifelong resident of Clintwood and the son of the late Ernest and Icy Deloach. He worked for many years for the Town of Clintwood and was a member of Mountain View Freedom of Worship Church. Junior enjoyed watching professional wrestling, John Wayne westerns and Waylon Jennings. He loved spending time with family and friends. In addition to his parents, Junior was preceded in death by his brothers, Bob, Jack, Billy and Danny Deloach and one sister, Ruby Reynolds. Survivors include two brothers, Tommy Deloach of Clintwood and Lawrence Deloach of North Carolina; special nephew, Mike Reynolds and Rhonda of Bishop, Virginia; several nieces, nephews and other relatives; special friends, Gary Hull, Tim and Kitty Mullins, Judy Steele and staff of Clintwood Town Hall and members of Mountain View Freedom of Worship Church. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, May 25th, 2 pm at the Clintwood Funeral Home Chapel with Tim Mullins and Larry Younce officiating. Visitation will begin at 1 pm. Burial will follow at the Deloach Family Cemetery, Soggy Bottom Road, Clintwood. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. | DeLoach, Earnest Jr. (I3598)
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| 2910 | Ernest Edward "Eddie" Richardson, age 74, went home to be with the Lord peacefully at the home of his loving daughter on Friday, March 6. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter Brownlow Richardson and Daisy Peters Richardson, an infant sister Etta Mae, and a brother John Wesley Richardson. Eddie worked for many years at Mapes Piano String Company in Elizabethton. He was a long time member of East Side Freewill Baptist Church and then Eternal Life Missionary Baptist Church. Eddie was an avid deer hunter. He liked Tennessee football, loved hotdogs, and always enjoyed special fishing trips with his son Those that remain who will love and miss him every single day are his two children who were the bright spots in his life, Lisa Richardson Cipy and Chad Richardson, and one granddaughter, Brittney "Alex" Cipy Joyner, two nephews Randy and Danny Richardson, and a niece, Tammy Troutman, and a brother-in-law who was more like a son, Kevin Lipford. Others who share special memories with Eddie are first wife and mother of his children, Susan Ellison, Abagayle Cable, Ricky Evans, Jane W. Richardson, Bob Rasnick, and Gregory Hilton. The family would like to express their greatest appreciation for the amazing staff who became like family to Eddie at Smokey Mountain Clinic of Davita, especially Penny Jones, during his extended illness. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, 2020 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor Brandon Young, of, Harmony Baptist Church, officiating. Emily Howard will be providing the music for the service. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m.,Thursday, March, 12, 2020 in Blevins Cemetery. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. will be: Waymon Carrier, Randy Richardson, Ricky Evans, and Kevin Lipford. | Richardson, Ernest Edward "Eddie" (I80431)
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| 2911 | Ernest Gilbert Bowers, 76, of Hampton, passed away Friday, August 21, 2021, from Sycamore Shoals Hospital. He was the son of the late Eston Gilbert Bowers and Stella Mae Smith and was born in Elizabethton on December 30, 1944. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Melvin Bowers; his sister, Lois Nichols; and his step-mother, Elizabeth Bowers. Ernest enjoyed fishing, working on boats and doing body shop work on cars. Ernest found his greatest joys in visiting and spending time with his family and friends. Those left to cherish the memory of Ernest Gilbert Bowers include his loving wife of 41 years, Vicki Bowers, of the home; his daughters, Shelia Akin of Hampton, Tenn., and Rhonda Akin of Cody, Wyo.; his sons, Jessie Bowers of Hampton, Tenn., and Justin Johnson of Lubbock, Texas; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; his sister, Lucille Jones of Elizabethton, Tenn.; and two half-brothers, John Bowers of Manchester, Tenn., and Ronnie Bowers of Manchester, Tenn. Several nieces and nephews also survive. | Bowers, Ernest Gilbert (I86302)
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| 2912 | Ernest H. Elliott, age 97, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 21, 2021 at the VA Mountain Home in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was born October 3, 1923 in Washington County to James D. and Pearl Treadway Elliott. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings; Raymond Elliott, Columbia, SC, Virginia Tipton, Frances Berry, Pauline Henley, Erwin, TN and Nellie Robinette, Jonesborough, TN. He is survived by his wife of 76 years; Lucille Blevins Elliott, his only child; Lucinda Grandy and her husband Joe, a sister; Shirley Elliott, Las Vegas, NV and two brothers; Blaine Elliott, Columbia, SC, Glen Elliott, Erwin, TN. Also left to mourn his passing are numerous nieces and nephews. On a mid-January day in 1943, Mr. Elliott entered the Erwin Post Office with a certified letter tucked inside his shirt pocket and a sick feeling in his stomach. He handed the postmaster his certified letter and in return received his draft notice. He was working as a mechanics helper and hadn't held the job very long, but didn't want to give it up. He didn't have a choice and was now faced with the difficult task of telling his family. As they sat around the dinner table that night, he glanced around at his siblings and realized this would be one of the last times they would be together for months, years or maybe forever. He accepted the call to duty and reported to the Draft Board as instructed. With only the clothes on his back he left for Fort Oglethorpe, GA with a cast on his broken wrist. February 9, 1943 was his induction date and that day forever changed his life. When he was dropped off at the bus station by his Dad and girlfriend he looked around and saw friends that he'd grown up with and felt things were a little easier and that he wasn't going away by himself for the first time ever. As the bus pulled out of the station and for the first few miles, things seemed dismal. A party soon started when a bottle of liquor was pulled out. There was joke telling and laughter filled the bus. Active service began February 17, 1943 at Fort Oglethorpe, GA. The physical exams, shots, x-rays of his broken wrist were done, his hair was cut and he was issued his military clothing. He only spent three days at Fort Oglethorpe and was concerned because he had not had any training. He was loaded on a train traveled two days, arrived at Camphaus, TX in the middle of the night. He slept in a big building on a bunk and received his permanent company the next day. He was separated from all his friends. His duty assignment was with the Black Hawk Infantry Division where he was issued rifles and packs, but no ammunition. They taught him how to take the guns apart, clean them and put them back together. He then learned the Manual of Arms, how to march and taken to the firing range. Knowing how to shoot but not wanting to become a sniper, he kept trying to miss the targets. The drill sergeant soon caught on and called him out. He began hitting bulls eyes on a regular basis. During this time, he was also taught to throw grenades and pulled guard duty. After basic training he moved to Camp Livingston, LA for additional training. The three months he spent at Camp Livingston he was able to visit home for ten days at Christmas on a furlough pass. Upon returning to Camp Livingston he learned to shoot machine guns and bazookas. He enjoyed pulling KP duty where he washed dishes and peeled thousands of potatoes. The next stop was Fort Ord, CA where he spent about a month before being shipped out. The ship encountered a submarine somewhere in the South Pacific but escaped unharmed. After thirty days, the voyage arrived in New Guinea and in about a week he was sent to the front lines. He was assigned a rifle and had become a sharpshooter in his unit. He fought in several different parts of New Guinea, one being Starvation Hill where he went seven days without food. Food was being dropped to them from planes, but the enemy was intercepting it. Finally, a reconnaissance plane dropped candy bars and he was able to eat something. He served on many reconnaissance missions where he crawled behind enemy lines to find out what they were up to. Killing had become his job and he had no feelings left. He felt like a machine. His leg was severely wounded by flying shrapnel from an artillery shell and he spent two weeks in the hospital before being released back to the battlefield. The Northern Part of Luzon was the next stop and he had gotten so used to being hot, he was now freezing. The was ended with the atomic bomb being dropped but the fighting continued for two weeks. He then spent a month in Japan pulling MP duty for four hours each day before coming home. December 25, 1945, he returned to San Francisco and had a large Christmas dinner on Angel Island. He was discharged from El Paso, TX, hired a cab with five others to bring them to Memphis, hitchhiked to Nashville and then Knoxville before taking a bus to Johnson City where he hired another cab to take him home. His Dad opened the door to him in the early morning hours and didn't recognize him, the cab driver called out that he had brought his son home. He began working with his Dad building houses after only a day and a half being home. Mr. Elliott fought in ten major battles during WWII and earned medals for Combat Infantryman Badge, Sharpshooter, American Theater, Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic Pacific Theater, Philippine Liberation, Purple Heart and Victory Medal. Graveside services will be held 11:00 am Friday, June 25, 2021 at Roselawn Memory Gardens. | Elliott, Earnest Howard (I84132)
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| 2913 | Ernest Walter (Walt) Campbell, 56, son of early day Rangely settlers, died at 11:35 am Saturday in his home at Nucla after a lengthy illness. Mr Campbell was born July 20, 1913, at Rangely. He attended high school at Delta and on Feb 8, 1932, married Mildred Templeton at Delta. They moved to Ruth, Nev., in 1936 and then to Nucla in 1949. After returning to Colorado, Mr. Campbell worked in numerous mines in the area as a miner and heavy equipment operator. He last worked for Union Carbide at Uravan. Among survivors are his mother, Mrs. Dora Ahlstrom of Provo, Utah; his wife; three sons, Ernest C. of Wichita Falls, Tex, Larry Alan of Cory, and David E. at home; three daughters, Mrs. A. T. (Irene) Burbridge of Nucla, Mrs. Edsel B. (Beth) Hardin of Jackson City, Tenn, and Miss Bonnie Campbell of Jackson City, Tenn; two brothers; a sister, and 14 grandchildren. San Miguel Forum 30 Oct 1969 | Campbell, Ernest Walter (I92040)
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| 2914 | ERWIN - Arch "Junior" Bennett, age 67, of Erwin, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Erwin, Junior is a son of the late Arch and Suzanne (Lewis) Bennett. He was a Millwright and worked in maintenance and NN Ball and Roller until his retirement. He enjoyed working on cars, hunting and construction. In addition to his parents, Junior is preceded in death by his sisters: Shirley McCurry, Mary Wilson, Martha Hampton, Bertha Hensley and Dolly Evans. Arch "Junior" Bennett has left behind to cherish his memory: wife: Debbie Bennett; daughter: Sandy Presser and husband, Bob; son: Kevin Bennett; grandchildren: Bryce Bennett, Dusty Stephenson, Chelsea Saults, Nichole Lawrence and Jessica Hyder; great-grandchildren: Jacob Stephenson, Callie Saults, Ayla Saults, Lee Stephenson, Cayden Saults and Ruth Stephenson; sister: Lillian White; and several nieces and nephews. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Arch "Junior" Bennett in a funeral service to be held at 6:00 pm on Monday, December 13, 2021 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Noah Taylor will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 4:00 pm on Monday and continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 in Evergreen Cemetery. Those attending the committal service should meet at Valley Funeral Home by 11:30 am on Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Jonas White, Billy White, TJ White, Darl White, Zac Hyder, Alan Saults and Dusty Stephenson. | Bennett, Arch Jr. (I89394)
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| 2915 | ERWIN - Barbara Ellen Johnson Tapp, age 90, Erwin, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. She was born in Toecane, North Carolina to the late Fred James Johnson and Lucy Sparks Johnson. Barbara lived most of her life in Erwin. She had an eye for fashion and enjoyed working as a Buyer for Belk until she retired in 1994. Barbara was a faithful, seventy-year member of Ninth Street Baptist Church. She loved singing in the choir and loved her church. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest K. Tapp in 1977; one daughter, Brenda Howell; three brothers: Stewart M. Johnson, Brown M. Johnson, and Charles “Ed” Johnson; one sister, June Dills; daughter-in-law, Peggy Tapp. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, three sons: Marvin “Butch” Tapp, Kingsport, Michael L. Tapp, Seymour, TN and Steve Tapp, Erwin; one brother, Douglas E. Johnson (Loraine); one sister, Shirley Stevenson, Nashville; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Barbara’s family will receive friends on Monday, October 10, 2022, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at Ninth Street Baptist Church. Her funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be held in Roselawn Memory Gardens. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. | Johnson, Barbara Ellen (I84576)
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| 2916 | ERWIN - Bernice C. Brown, age 89, Erwin, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the Center on Aging while she was surrounded by her family. She was born on Pete Creek, Flag Pond, Tennessee and resided there until she attended college. Bernice is a daughter of the late Hilden Carter and Etta Davis Carter. She was educated in the Unicoi County school system, attending elementary school at Sweetwater School, Rocky Fork School and Unicoi County High School. Bernice graduated from East Tennessee State College in Johnson City, Tennessee, in 1953 with a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education. She was a member of the Sigma Omega sorority and Homecoming Queen. Bernice was selected as Who's Who in American Universities and Colleges multiple years and selected by Bing Crosby in 1952 as one of the eight class beauties. Bernice was married to the love of her life Howard Brown December 19, 1953. Howard fondly stated, "I found my sweetheart under the Sugar Loaf Mountain". Bernice began her teaching career with Kingsport City Schools for one year, Murphy North Carolina for two years, Elm Street for three years and Rock Creek School from 1968 until her retirement in 1993. During her tenure teaching, she was recognized as teacher of the month, teacher of the year and Who's Who Among Teachers, selected by former students who stated she made a difference in their lives by helping to shape their values, inspired their interest in a particular subject and challenged them to strive for excellence. She was a member of the National Education Association, Tennessee Education Association, and the Unicoi County Education Association. When she was recognized as Teacher of the Month her peer wrote: "Mrs. Brown consistently demonstrates those desirable teaching qualities in her daily life not only with the children but in her relationship with her peers, administrators and parents. Mrs. Brown's dedication and persistent striving for excellence serves as an example for emulation and has earned the respect and admiration of all". She was a former dedicated member of First Baptist Church for many years. She was actively involved in the Women's Missionary Union, Ramona Mercer Circle, Round Table Book Club and a Sunday School teacher for preschoolers for many years. She was a current member of Calvary Baptist Church. Bernice was known for caring for her family and friends sharing food and sending special greeting, sympathy and get-well cards. She loved to cook and was also known as an immaculate housekeeper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Husband, Howard Brown in 2019. Survivors include her daughter, Lori Beth Estridge, Brentwood, Tennessee, son-in-law John Estridge; son, Lee Howard Brown, Flag Pond, Tennessee, daughter-in-law Denise Hardin Brown; special granddaughter, Morgan Lee Brown, Fort Collins, Colorado; brother-in-law, Dick Cody Brown, Louisville, Kentucky and special friend Clara Curtis, who she often referred to as her sister. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, in the Roselawn Memory Gardens. Pastor David Crutchfield and Reverend Kevin Laws will officiate. | Carter, Bernice B. (I86221)
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| 2917 | ERWIN - Bernie C. Cole, age 80, of Erwin, Tennessee went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. He was of the Baptist faith and a former member of Chestoa Baptist Church. He was a son of the late Anon and Algia Cole. Bernie retired from Nuclear Fuel Services in 1999 after 39 years of service. He loved spending time on his boat at Watauga Lake, fishing and taking beautiful sunrise pictures. In addition to his parents, Bernie is preceded in death by a brother, Kermit Cole, Sisters Tennie Davenport and Hazel Peterson. Bernie Cole has left behind to cherish his memory: Wife of 57 years: Jo Ann Cole; Son: Keith Cole; Brother: Kenneth Cole (Pat); Brother-in-law: Eugene Harris (Genevieve); Sisters-in-law: Lois Higgins, Mildred Higgins, Paulette Harris; Several nieces and nephews who he loved dearly. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Bernie Cole in a graveside committal service to be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 in Evergreen Cemetery. Reverend Craig Shelton and Reverend David Crutchfield will officiate. Musical selections will be provided by Randy and Stephanie Rice and Lynn Harris. Pallbearers will be Dale Cole, Chad Harris, Chad Tipton, Nick Banks, Rick Turner, Jerry Torbett, Roger Higgins, and Jerry Harris. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bob Thomas, T. J. Rice, Alan Tipton, and a very special friend Elden Broyles. Those attending the committal service will meet at Valley Funeral Home by 10:15 AM to go in procession. The family would like to express a special thank you to the nurses and doctors on the 4th and 6th floors and ICU at Johnson City Medical Center for their excellent care and compassion. They would also like to offer special thanks to their wonderful family and friends who were there every day. | Cole, Bernie C. (I60917)
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| 2918 | ERWIN - Betty Ellen Whaley Ledford, age 86, Erwin, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 while she was surrounded by her family. She is a daughter of the late Frank and Nancy Annie Masters Whaley. Betty was a lifelong resident of Erwin. Betty retired from the Johnson City Press after twenty-six years of service, where she worked as the Administrative Assistant and Financial Advisor to the President and Publisher. She was a member of Ninth Street Baptist Church where she served on several various church committees. Betty was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She loved quilting, reading and tending to her beautiful flowers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-seven years, Ray Allen Ledford on May 21, 2009; one daughter, Connie Chandler on June 16, 2018; five brothers: Charles, Arnold, Ralph, Bob and Richard Whaley; six sisters: Mary Tipton, Ora Whaley, Mildred McIntosh, Beatrice Simmons, Dorothy Whaley and Ethel Tipton. Survivors include her daughter, Carol Bailey (Wayne), Erwin; five grandchildren: Sara Malone (Shane), Erwin, Ben Jones, Johnson City, Derek Cartozzo (Stephanie), Johnson City, Colt Collins (Emily), Erwin and Amy Engle (Daniel), Erwin; six great grandchildren: Alexandria “Allie” Grace Cooper, Max Malone, Molly Malone, Ty Engle, Kyndal Engle and Gracie Bailey; very special friends: Charlotte Rice, Teresa Carmack, Bud and Diane Banks; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family will receive friends from 12:00-1:30 P.M. on Saturday, August 21, 2021 in the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Kevin Laws will officiate the 1:30 P.M. funeral service. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Wayne Bailey, Shane Malone, Daniel Engle, Ty Engle, Derek Cartozzo, Colt Collins and Bud Banks. | Whaley, Betty Ellen (I86088)
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| 2919 | ERWIN - Betty Lillian Stockton, age 87, of Erwin, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at the Center on Aging and Health in Erwin. A native of Burnsville, NC, Betty is a daughter of the late Orville and Ethel (Cook) Tipton. She was a member of Erwin Church of Christ and retired from Top Dollar Store. Betty enjoyed making quilts and cushions, crocheting afghans, cooking and working in her flower garden. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Cathy Jo Buck; sisters, Wanda “Dee” Weaver-Peterson and Judy Gail Fox; brothers, Wilbur Tipton and David Tipton. Betty Lillian Stockton has left behind to cherish her memory: Husband of 70 years: Carter Stockton; Son: Terry L. Stockton and significant other Judith N. Jones; Sisters: Genieva Silvers, Jessie Grassi; Six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, who loved her very much. The family would like to offer special thanks to all of Betty’s friends for their love and friendship through the years. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Betty Lillian Stockton in a funeral service to be held at 12:00 pm in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Minister Jeff Winters will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 11:00 am on Friday, October 15, 2021, and will continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held following the funeral service on Friday, in Evergreen Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael Peterson, Aaron Peterson, Allen Johnson, Jackie Tipton, Ed Wingart and Chris Stockton. | Tipton, Betty Lillian (I88244)
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| 2920 | ERWIN - Betty Lucille Booth, age 86, of Erwin, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at her home. Lucille is a daughter of the late Bud and Mamie Hensley. She was a member of Harvest Time Christian Church and a former member of Lilly Dale Christian Church. She was a very talented artist. In addition to her parents she is also preceded in death by her brothers: John (J.D.) Hensley, Bud Hensley Jr., Roby Hensley, and Ivan Hensley; sisters: Lois Hensley Phillips, and Eulala Hensley Davis. Lucille Booth has left behind to cherish her memory: husband: William “Bill” Henry Booth; daughter: Marcia Kaye Booth Dunnavant and husband, Terrell; son: Alan William Booth of Erwin, TN; granddaughter: Amber Dunnavant; grandsons: Joshua Dunnavant and wife, Shae, and Aaron William Booth and wife, Kat of Cicero, IN; Great Grandchildren, Lillianna Booth and Finn Booth. Also, Baby Dunnavant is on the way. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Lucille Booth in a funeral service to be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Lilly Dale Christian Church. Minister Jack Harris and Minister Steven Beckett will officiate. A visitation period to share memoires and offer support to the family will begin at 12:00pm and will continue until service time on Saturday at Lilly Dale Christian Church. A committal service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 15, 2022. Those attending should meet at Lilly Dale Christian Church by 1:00 pm on Saturday to go in procession to Evergreen cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Aaron Booth, Joshua Dunnavant, Terry Dunnavant, Tim Harris, Earl Booth, and Mick Hensley. Honorary pallbearers will be JW Johnson, Richard Nelson and Jack Moore. | Hensley, Betty Lucille (I90142)
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| 2921 | ERWIN - Betty Ruth Hensley, age 89, Erwin, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County and daughter of the late Abraham Lincoln Edwards and Gertha Harris Edwards. Betty was formerly employed at Morrill Motors. She was a homemaker and caregiver to her brother, Doug until he passed away. Betty attended Riverview Freewill Baptist Church. She was an excellent cook. Betty grew a large vegetable garden, and she enjoyed canning. She liked flowers, going camping, watching birds and she loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon Kay Ogle; three brothers: Bill, Don and Doug Edwards; one sister, Louise Wright. Betty leaves behind to cherish many wonderful memories, her four children: Jeannette Tilson (Junior), of Erwin, Teddy Hensley (Nina), of Flag Pond, Kevin Hensley (Lynn), of Erwin and Randy Hensley (Robin), of Chuckey; one sister, Kay Edwards, of Erwin; son-in-law, Rex Ogle; twelve grandchildren; twenty-three great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Betty’s family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2023, in the funeral home chapel. Reverend Craig Shelton and Bishop John Edwards will officiate her 2:00 p.m. funeral service. Interment will follow in the Patty Edwards Cemetery, Coffee Ridge Community. Active pallbearers will be Austin Hensley, Lucas Hensley, Lincoln Hensley, Matthew Ogle, Rocky Tilson and Jesse Tilson. Betty’s great grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers. | Edwards, Betty Ruth (19856193)
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| 2923 | ERWIN - C. H. McKinney, age 81, of Erwin, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 at his home. A native of Newland, NC, C. H. is a son of the late Hayden and Dora Belle (Hughes) McKinney. He retired from White's Fresh Foods as a Produce Manager. He attended Lighthouse Baptist Church and enjoyed coon hunting, rabbit hunting and gardening. In addition to his parents, C. H. is preceded in death by one sister, Kathleen McKinney Ballas. C. H. McKinney leaves behind to cherish his memory: Wife of 58 years: Patricia Faye (Higgins) McKinney; Children: Pam Wiseman, Dezaray McKinney, Steven McKinney, Larry McKinney; Grandchildren: Jade Wiseman Hodge, Rylan Smith; Great grandchildren: Kinley Hodge, Grayson Hodge, Laykin Hodge, Ashlyn McNally, Alexis McNally; Sisters: Zella Kanam, Carolyn White, Angleen Suarez; Several nieces and nephews; Special friends: Leonard Yates, Ralph Higgins. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of C. H. McKinney in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Aaron McClain and Reverend Burnie Jones will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 and will continue until service time in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held in Evergreen Cemetery at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. Those attending the committal service will meet at Valley Funeral Home by 12:30 PM to go in procession. Serving as active pallbearers will be: Steven Lee McKinney, Larry Hayden McKinney, Dwayne Bennett, Fred Horning, Chris White and Billy Horning. | McKinney, Clarence Hayden (I68689)
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| 2924 | ERWIN - Carl William Engle, age 80, of Erwin, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at his home. A native of Erwin, Carl is a son of the late James William and Louise (Edwards) Engle. Carl was a proud veteran of the United States Army and an employee of Nuclear Fuel Services until his retirement. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Carl is preceded in death by two sisters, Helen McCurry and Edna Grimes, and two brothers, George Engle and I. G. Engle. Carl William Engle has left behind to cherish his memory: Wife of 57 years: Juanita McBride Engle; Son: Mike Engle and wife, Kim; Daughters: Amy Shulman and husband, John, Carla Engle; Grandsons: Mason Engle and wife, Daphni, Landon Engle, Max Shulman, Tanner Shulman, John Carter Shulman; Granddaughters: Emma Griffith, Sadie Griffith; Great-grandson: Milo Engle; Sister: Mamie Cousins; Many nieces and nephews. The family would like to offer special thanks to Mark Peterson, Chad Capps and the staff of Unicoi County Physical Therapy, Abigail Abram and Hunter Crandall with Johnson City Internal Medicine. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Carl William Engle in a committal service to be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, September 16, 2021 in Evergreen Cemetery. Reverend David Crutchfield will officiate. Musical selections will be provided by Gary Amos. | Engle, Carl William (I87197)
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| 2925 | ERWIN - Carol Ann Tittle Fender, age 73, Erwin, went home peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus on Tuesday, February 07, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin and daughter of the late William F. “Bill” Tittle and Freddie Dean Dougherty Tittle. Carol was a homemaker and lifetime member of church. She taught Sunday School. Carol faithfully and joyfully served alongside her husband, Ron while he was a minister as well as a gospel singer at over two hundred churches. Carol had a heart of gold, she loved people and loved to tell a good story. She was a member and past President of Love Chapel PTA for many years. Carol was a Cub Scout Den Mother; baseball team mom and concession stand manager for several years. She enjoyed cooking and sharing her home cooked meals with others. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Doug and Jan Tittle. Carol leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of fifty-four years, Rondal “Ron” Fender; her two children: Missy Fender Alford and her husband, David of Maineville, OH and Tony Fender of Erwin; two grandchildren: Declan Alford and Paige Alford; several special children who she babysat over the years; several nieces and nephews also survive. Carol’s family will receive friends on Saturday, February 11, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of her service at the funeral home. Pastor Ben Evely will officiate the 1:00 p.m. service. Eulogy will be delivered by Bubba Evely. Music will be provided by the Jody Shuford Family. Honorary pallbearers will be David Alford, Declan Alford, Thomas Evely, Jody Shuford, Todd Shuford, Doug Tittle and Mark Webb. | Tittle, Carol Ann (46436863)
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| 2926 | ERWIN - Carter Stockton, age 89, of Erwin, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022. A native of Erwin, Carter is a son of the late Hubert and Mindy (Tipton) Stockton. He was a member of Erwin Church of Christ and was a Pipefitter by trade. Carter loved his grandchildren and dog. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and making a good trade. In addition to his parents, Carter is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Betty Lillian (Tipton) Stockton and his daughter, Cathy Jo Buck. Carter Stockton has left behind to cherish his memory: son, Terry L. Stockton and significant other, Judith N. Jones; 6 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Carter Stockton in a funeral service to be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Erwin Church of Christ. Minister Jeff Winters will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 11:00 am on Tuesday and will continue until service time at Erwin Church of Christ. A committal service will be held in Evergreen Cemetery following the funeral. Those attending the committal service should meet at Erwin Church of Christ by 12:00 pm on Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be: Chris Stockton, Terry Hensley, Michael Peterson and Aaron Peterson. | Stockton, Carter (I88241)
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| 2927 | ERWIN - Danny Lee Foster, age 68, of Erwin, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022, surrounded by his family. A native of Erwin, Danny is a son of the late Clarence and Nevada (Shelton) Foster. He retired as a welder. Danny was a member of Freedom Road Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and having fun with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Linda (Miller) Foster, as well as two sisters and one brother. Danny Lee Foster has left behind to cherish his memory: children: Dallas Smith (Ron Lewis), Tammy Johnson (Mike) and Tracie Wilson (Steve); grandchildren: Chad Johnson (Barbara), Alexis Correa (Pedro), Brent Smith (Leah), Gavin Smith (Baileigh), Brooke Hinkle (Josh), Morgan, Shaelyn and Chandler Wilson; six great-grandchildren; siblings: Wayne Foster (Linda), Patricia Williams, Janice Monroe, Hazel Clark (Mike) and Jeffery Foster; Several nieces and nephews; special great-niece: Hannah Stalker. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Danny Lee Foster in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 13, 2022 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Pastor Steve Wilson, Raymond Perkinson and Bishop John Edwards will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 pm on Thursday and will continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. The family will also receive friends at other times at Danny’s home at 4072 Highway 81S, Erwin, TN 37650. A graveside committal service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, January 14, 2022 in Mill Creek Cemetery. | Foster, Danny Lee (I90107)
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| 2928 | ERWIN - Doak Shelton, age 80, of Erwin, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at his home. A native of Madison County, NC, Doak is a son of the late Lauring and Evelyn Shelton. Mr. Shelton enjoyed gardening, hunting coon and squirrel, but most of all loved spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Doak is preceded in death by a daughter, Jackie Shelton. Doak Shelton has left behind to cherish his memory: Children: Dwayne and Bobbie Shelton of Erwin, Debbie and Hank Dodson of Winfield, AL, Tina Miles and Christopher Klein of Seattle, WA, and Ronnie Shelton Weir of Greeneville, TN; grandchildren: Megan Shelton and Matt Beloat, Melissa Shelton, Aaliyah and Zach Bynum, Kelly and Lee Henson, Anna Miles, Brandon and Allie Weir, Trevor and Amber Weir, Avery Carver, Chrystal and Garrett Gaudette; great-grandchildren: Mason, Marshall, Sutton, Bentley, Selby, Austin, Draven, Gracie, Natalie, Cole, Malachi, and Aubrey; sister: June Stiltner; brother: Lewis Shelton; and beloved dog, Little Feller. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 in the Chapel of Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at 1:00 pm in Bumpass Cove Cemetery. Reverend Joey Murdock will officiate. | Shelton, Doak (I89565)
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| 2929 | ERWIN - Doug Hopson, age 72, Erwin, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus on Saturday morning, June 18, 2022, while he was surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County and son of the late Vestal C. and Edith McInturff Hopson. Doug was a United States Air Force Veteran. He was a member of Unicoi United Methodist Church. Doug was an active member of the Unicoi Ruritan Club. He retired from the banking industry after many years of service. Doug worked as a Mortgage Banker for different financial institutions which included First Tennessee Bank. Doug worked with the Town of Unicoi for sixteen years as Alderman and Vice Mayor. He was dedicated to civic service and to the residents of the Town of Unicoi. Doug was honored to have the Buffalo Pavilion in Unicoi named after him. He was an active member of the First Tennessee Human Resource Agency where he also served on the board. Doug was a very active participant with the Unicoi County Relay for Life, and he was asked to speak at some of their events. He encouraged many cancer patients and helped assist them in many ways. Doug’s positive attitude and smile was always present regardless of how he was feeling. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Rebecca Marie Hopson; mother-in-law, Mary Engle; sisters-in-law: Cindy Hopson and Judy Hopson. Doug leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of eighteen years, Cynthia Engle Hopson; five children: Christy Nichole Hopson, Hampton, Brandon Douglas Hopson (Fidah), Chicago, IL, Alexis Marie Rogers (Anthony), Boones Creek, Holly Nichole Reed (Phillip), Johnson City, Jessica Danielle Luttrell (Jon), Jonesborough; six brothers: James A. Hopson, Unicoi, Wayne Hopson (Barbara), Jonesborough, Doyle Hopson (Shannon), Unicoi, Don Hopson (Glenda), Aynor, SC, Bobby Hopson, Gary Hopson (Shari), all of Unicoi; one sister, Betty Hawkins (Larry), Unicoi; grandchildren: Sydnie Reynolds, Lilly Hopson, Owen Hopson, Ayden Hopson, Madison Lung, Ryker Holt, Hayden Rogers, Harper Rogers, Cash Reed, Skye Reed, Knox Reed, Layla Turner and Lenox Luttrell; numerous nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Doug’s family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Unicoi United Methodist Church New Life Center. Pastor Steve Rice will deliver the message and Dr. Mike Pinner will assist at the 7:00 p.m. celebration of life service. Committal will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday in the Roselawn Memory Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Chris Hopson, Jamie Hopson, Shawn Hawkins, Alan Hawkins, Jason Hopson, Charles Hopson, Owen Hopson and Connor McIntosh. Honorary pallbearers will be Doug’s brothers as well as the “Three J’s”: Johnny Lynch, Johnny Grindstaff and Johnny Logan. | Hopson, Doug (4565239)
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| 2930 | ERWIN - Edna Sparks Masters, 97, of Erwin, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 in the Erwin Health Care Center. She was the daughter of the late John and Minnie Greene Sparks of Bakersville, NC. She was a member of 9th Street Baptist Church a was a former Dietary Manager for Unicoi County High School. Edna was preceded in death by her husband, John Leo Masters; daughter, Carolyn Adams; sisters: Myrtle Parker, Ester Ledford, Mae Burleson and Bonnie Byrd; brothers: Grover, Ernest, Milt, Luther, and Jess Sparks. Survivors include her son, Johnny L. Masters of Erwin; grandchildren: Bethany Walser (Randy) and Sydney Bennett; great grandchildren: Loni Walser, Jakson Shelton and Bryce Bennett. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, October 13, 2018 in the Evergreen Mausoleum located in the Evergreen Cemetery in Erwin. Rev. Chuck Shipley will officiate. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. | Sparks, Edna (I69336)
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| 2931 | ERWIN - Elouise Guinn Shell, age 91, Erwin, passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at the Center on Aging and Health. She is a daughter of the late Blaine and Zora Tilson Guinn. Elouise was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County. She was a hairdresser at Kathrine’s and Elite Beauty Shops for over sixty years. Elouise was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church. She enjoyed shopping and cooking for her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Lester C. Shell on December 14, 2009; two brothers: Dwight Guinn and James Howard Guinn; five sisters: Eva Martin, Kathleen Hoyle, Rita Hoyle, Dean Treadway, and Dot Corn. Elouise leaves behind to cherish her memory, several nieces and nephews: numerous great nieces, great nephews, cousins, and friends. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 AM Thursday, August 19, 2021, in the Evergreen Cemetery. Rev. Bill Ponder will officiate. Her nephews will serve as pallbearers. | Guinn, Elouise (I65003)
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| 2932 | ERWIN - Estellene "Peanut" Johnson, age 86, Erwin, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2019 at Governor's Bend. She was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County and a daughter of the late Turner Elliott and Josie Riddle Elliott. Estellene was a devoted member of Ninth Street Baptist Church for over sixty-five years and loved her Sunday School Class. She was a homemaker. Estellene was an excellent cook and enjoyed feeding everyone who came into her home. She loved her flowers, decorating and cross-stitching. Estellene and Ed made many beautiful quilts together over the years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers: William Turner Elliott, Jr and infant brother, Herman Elliott; two sisters: Cleo Peterson and Novella Boone. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband, Charles Edgar Johnson, whom she would have been married to for seventy years on August 15, 2019; one son, Charlie Johnson (Angela); one daughter, Teresa McFadden (John), all of Unicoi; one granddaughter, Andrea McFadden and fiance, Chris Stevenson, Johnson City; one brother-in-law, Doug Johnson (Laraine); six sisters-in-law: June Elliott, June Dills, Barbara Tapp, Shirley Stevenson, Claudette Johnson and Lilly Elliott; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the loving care provided by Kiersta Copp, Teresa McNalley, Donna Miller, Governor's Bend Staff and Caris Healthcare Staff. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM on Thursday, July 11, 2019 in the Unicoi Funeral Home Chapel. David W. Elliott will conduct the 7:00 PM funeral service and Teresa McFadden will share memories of her mother. Committal will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday in the Roselawn Memory Gardens. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenny Cline, Gerald Green, Tim Harmon, Bob McFadden and Gregg Copp. | Elliott, Estellene (I71376)
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| 2933 | ERWIN - Ethel Church Harris, 92, Erwin, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2019, at her residence. Ethel was born in Butler, TN to the late W.E. and Minnie McQueen Slemp. Ethel worked for 36 years as the head of housekeeping at Johnson City Medical Center. She was a member of First Christian Church in Johnson City. In addition to her parents, Ethel was preceded in death by: one brother, Glenn Slemp; and two sisters, Fern Honeycutt and Blanche Dugger. Survivors include: her husband of 20 years, Wayne Harris; one son, Ron Harris and his wife Sandy; one sister-in-law, Mozell Maloney; three nieces, Carol Scranton, Martha Courtner and Betty Renfro; three nephews, Edwin Dugger, Greg Slemp and Keith Slemp; and several great nieces and nephews. Special thank you to all the staff at Caris Healthcare, you all are very honorable people. The family of Ethel Church Harris will receive friends from 1 PM until 2 PM Monday, August 12, 2019, at Morris-Baker. The funeral will follow at 2 PM with Dr. Nikki Hunt officiating. Family and friends will go in procession to Monte Vista Memorial Park for a 2:45 PM graveside service. | Slimp, Ethel Church (I57119)
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| 2934 | ERWIN - Eva Mae Griffith, age 87, of Erwin, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Eva was a member of Central Baptist Church and was an employee of Texas Instruments until her retirement. Eva enjoyed sewing, reading and playing cards. She also loved spending time in Florida. Eva is preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, John Blaine “J.B.” Griffith; one brother, Johnny Wayne Ogle; and two sisters: Anna Jean (Ogle) Wright and Kaye Barnett. Eva Mae Griffith has left behind to cherish her memory: children: Debby Steffey, Keith Griffith and wife Tanya, Jeff Griffith and wife Nancy, and Sabrina Street; grandchildren: Marianne Steffey, Rachel Clark and husband Blake, Michael “Mikie” Steffey, Miranda Jo Griffith, Ethan Street, Megan Griffith, Adam Griffith, and Christy Parrish and husband Andrew; sisters: Sue Ellis and Kathy Silver; brother, Bobby Ogle; special cousin, Pat Young; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family respectfully request the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Eva Mae Griffith in a graveside committal service to be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, May 5, 2023 in the mausoleum chapel at Evergreen Cemetery. Reverend Steve Rice will officiate. | Ogle, Eva Mae (98738148)
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| 2935 | ERWIN - Evangeline “Vange” (Treadway) Bailey, age 87 of Erwin, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Johnson City Medical Center. Born in Asheville, NC, and a resident of Erwin all of her life, Vange was a daughter of the late Lewis Treadway and Kate (Phillips) Frye. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was formerly employed as a secretary at Hoover Ball and Roller. She loved reading and being outdoors. In addition to her parents, Vange is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Cecil Jackson Bailey; grandson, Ryan Bogart; son-in-law, Gregg Bogart; brother, Donald Treadway; and nephew, Gregory Buckles. Vange Bailey has left behind to cherish her memory: daughter: Jo Bogart, of Erwin; sisters: Mary Jo Gilley and husband, Harrison, of Knoxville, and Patricia Buckles, of Matthews, NC; several nieces and nephews; best friend: Patricia Frazier; and special friends: Myra Ann Preston and Bill Ray. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Vange Bailey in a committal service to be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 5, 2022 in Evergreen Cemetery. Reverend David Crutchfield will officiate. Those attending should meet at Evergreen Cemetery by 1:50 pm for the service. Serving as pallbearers will be: Dennis Treadway, Harley Bailey, Shawn Treadway, Charles Fain, Toby Fain and Bud Vance. Honorary pallbearers will be Tim Yates, Will Buckles, John Ponder, Joseph Ponder, Scott Blomme, Dustin Blomme, Chris Kinney, Phillip Kinney and Rick Fain. | Treadway, Evangeline (I91226)
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| 2936 | ERWIN - Faye J. Miller, age 90, of 2160 Chestoa Pike, Erwin, passed away at her residence Monday, July 23, 2018. She was a native of Bee Log, NC and a daughter of the late Virgil and Stella Howard Johnson. Faye graduated from Bee Log School where she was pitcher of the softball team, center forward of the basketball team, and valedictorian of her class. She attended Western Carolina University. Faye then began teaching in the Lost Cove at a one room school house, where she met her future husband, Ulis Miller. Faye was one of the first original employees of Morrill Motors at Shallow Ford. She was an office/librarian assistant at Unicoi County Middle School for several years. Faye was a substitute teacher until she was in her eighties. In 1949 Faye and Ulis married. She was faithful, very active and supportive in her role as a pastor's wife. She was a Sunday School teacher and assisted with Bible School in numerous churches where Ulis was the pastor. Faye was an excellent caregiver to her brother for fifty-two years. Other than her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Reverend Ulis Miller on June 29, 2015; one sister, Monnie Mae Bailey; one brother, James Johnson. Faye leaves behind to cherish her memory, one daughter, Teresa Kay Bowman and husband, Doug, Erwin; two granddaughters: Julia Bowman Elliot and husband, Neal, Unicoi and Lindsay Bowman, Erwin; two sisters: Lena Edwards, Bee Log, NC, Christine Wilson and husband, Larry, Burnsville, NC; two brothers: Ray Johnson and wife, Gladys, Jonesborough, Fletcher Johnson of the home; one half-sister, Joann McCurry and husband, Robert, Bee Log, NC; two sisters-in-law Hazel Miller, Erwin, Norma Stines, Elizabethton. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 from 5:00 PM until the hour of service at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Paul Bennett and Reverend Kevin Laws will officiate at the 7:00 PM funeral service. Pallbearers will be Doug Bowman, Neal Elliott, Jody Cox, and Alvin Murphy. Entombment service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday in the Evergreen Mausoleum. | Johnson, Faye (I63448)
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| 2937 | ERWIN - Frank G. Shell, age 81, of Erwin, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022, at his home. A native of Erwin, Frank is a son of the late Paul and Roxie (Lloyd) Shell. He was of the Freewill Baptist faith and served as Deacon for more than 50 years. Frank was an employee of the State Forestry Service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Frank is preceded in death by his sister, Bessie Stancil and two brothers, Wayne Shell and Jerry Shell. Frank G. Shell has left behind to cherish his memory: wife of 58 years, Helen Shell; children: Darlene Blankenship and husband, Roger, and Debbie Smith and husband, Ricky; grandchildren: Adam Lee Blankenship (Jenifer), Jessica Lynn Jones (Lucas) and Corey Paul Smith (Samantha); great-grandchildren: Luke “Baby Bear” Smith and Barrett Benjamin Jones; and brothers: Darrell Shell and Dennis Shell. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Frank G. Shell in a committal service to be held at 11:00 am on Friday, April 29, 2022 in Garland Cemetery. Preacher Terry Richardson will officiate. Although he will be unable to attend, special thanks go out to Reverend Earl Ragland for his many years of love and support. Those attending the committal service should meet Valley Funeral Home by 10:30 am on Friday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Earl Lacey, Ricky Smith, Roy Lacey, Corey Smith, Lucas Jones, Stanley Ault and Adam Blankenship. Honorary pallbearers will be Arnie Foster, Wayne Higgins, Glen Higgins, Jerry Williams, Mike Sparks, Wilber Lingerfelt and Fred Hardin. | Shell, Floyd G. (I91985)
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| 2938 | ERWIN - Frederick Bert “F.B.” White, age 93, of 161 Unaka View Drive, Erwin, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022. F.B. was born August 7, 1928 and was the son of the late Fletcher and Lottie White. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Christine Stockton and Ethelyn Black. F.B. was a 1946 graduate of Unicoi County High School and then went on to earn his college degree in accounting from Steed College of Johnson City. He also served 8 years in the U.S. Navy Reserves. Initially, F.B. worked for the Erwin Pottery and then had a 30-year career in the office for the Clinchfield/CSX Railroad. He retired from the railroad as an assistant valuation engineer in 1986. F.B. loved to work outdoors, and in his spare time loved riding on his tractor and working on his farm. He always grew a substantial garden, and his greasy beans were a family favorite. F.B. had a special gift for music. He was an excellent guitar player, had a fine singing voice, and especially enjoyed country, bluegrass, and gospel music. F.B. was also quite the family historian and enjoyed researching the family genealogy. He was a proud member of the Society of Mayflower Descendants and documented family lines back to eight different Mayflower Ancestors, which the Society verified and confirmed. He loved passing the family history and stories on to the next generation. Always true to his faith and values, he was an active member of Rock Creek Presbyterian Church. He served many years as a Church Elder and served over 20 years as Church Treasurer. With a servant heart, he oversaw the care of McInturff Cemetery for approximately 31 years. The example F.B. modeled for us included: faith in God, hard work, personal responsibility, and love of family. He was the family patriarch and will be truly missed. F.B. has left behind to cherish his memory: his loving devoted wife of 72 years, Marie (Tolley) White; daughter, Phyllis Baxter and husband Charles, Erwin; son, Steve White and wife Kris, Erwin; grandchildren, Carrie Tipton and husband, Kevin, Erwin; Andy Baxter, Johnson City; Katie Snyder and husband, Dan, Goodlettsville; Lucas White and wife, Jenny, Naples, Florida; Matt White and wife, Sarah, Maryville; great-grandchildren; Candace Tolley, John Tolley, Ben Tolley, Carly Baxter, Lydia White, Eliza White, and Ila White. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Frederick Bert White in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Andy Blackwelder will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support for the family will begin at 5:00 pm and will continue until service time on Tuesday. A graveside committal service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the family. | White, Frederick Bert (73343923)
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| 2939 | ERWIN - Fredna Mae Higgins Williams, age 87, Erwin, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin, and a daughter of the late Fred and Lena Bowman Higgins. Fredna was previously employed by Superior Home and Industrial Garment however, her greatest joy was being a Homemaker. She was a very hard worker and always kept herself busy inside and outside of her home. Fredna attended Southside Freewill Baptist Church. She loved attending church and adored her church family. Fredna was a woman of faith and her faith never faltered. She loved Jesus and people, Fredna generously opened her heart and home to all. Everyone was greeted with a hug and one of her big, contagious smiles. Fredna could always find the good in everyone she met over the years. She enjoyed joking around, telling funny stories, laughing and family beach vacations. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Fredna was a doting “Nanny,” her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the love and light of her life. Our family cannot imagine life without her, and we will cherish every precious memory we have of her. We thank God for our dear mother and every moment He gave us with her. Our mother extended so much love, care and grace to each of us. She will be forever in our hearts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six and a half years, Reverend Arvil Williams on August 27, 2006; two brothers: Bill and Kenneth Higgins; four sisters: Ruby Tittle, Lillian Banner, Nadine Tisdale and Mary Lou Ricker; son-in-law, Charles Morrison. Survivors include her loving and devoted family members: son, Terry Williams (Jane Ann), Johnson City; daughters: Debby Fender (Brinson) and Lisa Morrison, all of Erwin; grandchildren: Terri White (Brad), Gray, Summer Pakrul (Matt), Piney Flats, Josh McInturff, Piney Flats and Danielle Ahrens (Jason), Johnson City; eight great grandchildren: Noah Trivette, Zoey Hopkins, Cailyn Pinson, Cassius Ahrens, Peyton Pakrul, Rooty Ahrens, Ohklee Ahrens and Abram Ahrens; brother, Glynn Higgins (Barbara), Telford; Aunt Juanita Simmons; several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at Southside Freewill Baptist Church. Reverend Kevin Laws will officiate the 2:00 PM funeral service. Music will be provided by Darren Higgins, Kevin Laws, Bobby Ramsey and Danny Miller. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Darren Higgins, Keith Tittle, Noah Trivette, Josh McInturff, Jason Ahrens, Matt Pakrul, Joel Higgins, Brad White and Patrick Bennett. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrell Banner, Randy Higgins, Wayne Higgins and men of Southside Freewill Baptist Church. | Higgins, Fredna Mae (I85212)
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| 2940 | ERWIN - Gary Wayne Edwards, Sr., age 77, Erwin, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at his home. He was surrounded by his devoted wife, family, and caregivers who he called dear friends. He was born on April 7, 1946, in Johnson City, Tennessee. Gary is the son of late Ray and Kathleen Angel Edwards. In addition to his parents, Gary is preceded in death by his brother Brian Keith Edwards of Erwin, TN. Gary was a devoted Christian, husband, father, papaw, and leader in the community throughout his life. He was a member of Rock Creek Presbyterian Church where he loved to go worship the Lord on Sunday mornings with his church family. Gary enjoyed studying government policies and loved talking to everyone in the community. He always would use his humor to tell jokes to make everyone feel welcome around him. He served as the Town of Erwin Alderman and vice mayor where he was awarded a plaque with the key to the city for his years of service and dedication to the community members. Gary Wayne Edwards Senior served as alderman on the Utility Board, the Town of Erwin Zoning Board, and the Beverage Board from 2006 to 2020. He retired as plant manager from Tennessee Abrasives in Erwin, TN. Gary loves his Boston Terrier dogs dearly. He always kept them by his side throughout each phase of his life. He would sneak whatever he was eating under the table to them. Anyone that would visit could always find an extra dog bone around the house, especially in his chair. He always said his way of honoring his dogs was to rescue another one and make sure they were spoiled. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the following health care organizations and staff members for supporting Gary in each step of his health journey and always being there for his family: Unicoi County Hospital, Unicoi County Emergency Medical Services, Hospice Care by Amedisys, and Christian Care Center of Unicoi County. The family is especially grateful to Becky Allen from Hospice Care by Amedisys, Jerome Jackson, and Nancy King for their dedication, love and care given to Gary during his sickness. The family is thankful knowing that all of them cared for him up to his final moments. This has given the family much needed peace. But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 Gary leaves behind to cherish his memories his devoted wife of 56 years, Linda Paulette Edwards; daughter Paula Kay Edwards (husband Justin). His son Gary “Wayne” Edwards Jr. (wife Connie), Erwin; his granddaughter Jaimie Nichole Edwards (finance Eric); grandson Dusty Ray Edwards. His nieces Codie Edwards and Katie Edwards The family respectfully requests the honor or your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Gary Wayne Edwards, Sr. A funeral service to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 21, in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5 p.m. and will continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. Chris Edmonds along with Reverend Andy Blackwelder and Lay Minster John Catts will officiate the 7:00 p.m. service. Special singing will be from Carrie Tipton and Nancy King. A graveside committal service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Evergreen Cemetery. Everyone is asked to meet at the Valley Funeral Home by 9:30 a.m. on Saturday to go in procession to the cemetery. Chris Edmonds will officiate the graveside service. Pallbearers will be Gary Wayne Edwards Jr., Dusty Edwards, Justin Oldaker, Keith Ayers, Ken Edmonds, Kenneth Edmonds, Steven Edmonds, Aaron Toney, and Eric Cooper. Honorary Pallbearers are Danny Ayers and Barry Griffith. | Edwards, Gary Wayne (88070480)
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| 2941 | ERWIN - Gordon Jay Hoyle, age 69, of Erwin, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2019, at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. A native of Erwin, Gordon is a son of Flornia (Yates) Hoyle and the late J. B. Hoyle. He was a member of Canah Chapel Freewill Baptist Church. His occupation included: Lab Technician at Nuclear Fuel Services and maintenance at Appalachian Christian Village. Gordon was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Vietnam era. He loved Bluegrass music and enjoyed playing with friends and family. In addition to his mother, Gordon Jay Hoyle leaves behind to cherish his memory: Special friend and companion: Lori "Cindy" Hoyle; Daughters: Tammy Maldonado, of Oklahoma, Demia Smith, of Johnson City; Son: Shannon Hoyle, of Johnson City; Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Sister: Gloria Bennett; Brothers: Ricky Hoyle, Calvin Hoyle; Several nieces and nephews; Best friends: Ron and Sherry Duncan. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Gordon Jay Hoyle in a graveside service to be held at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, June19, 2019 in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Reverend Mark Simmons will officiate. Musical selections will be provided by Alan Foster. Military Honors will be presented by the United States Army and the Carter County Honor Guard. | Hoyle, Gordon Jay (I73402)
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| 2942 | ERWIN - Handy John "H.J." Sparks, age 86, of Erwin, went home to be with his Lord, on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the Center on Aging and Health. Mr. Sparks was a native of Erwin and a son of the late Handy and Myrtle Mae (Hicks) Sparks. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and a Foreman at Clinchfield Railroad. H.J. served faithfully at First Christian Church. He was hardworking and dependable and he never met a stranger. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three brothers: Edward Sparks, Dennis E. Sparks and Douglas Sparks Handy John "H.J." Sparks leaves behind to cherish his memory: Wife: Berdie (Coffie) Sparks, of Erwin; Sister: Patsy Sparks, of Erwin; Sisters-in-law: Alice Sparks, of Erwin; Edith Sparks, of Erwin; Several nieces and nephews. The family would like to offer special thanks to the staff at the Center on Aging and Health for their love and care. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Handy John "H.J." Sparks in a graveside committal service to be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 in Evergreen Cemetery. Brother Steven Sparks will officiate. | Sparks, Handy John (I56659)
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| 2943 | ERWIN - Hargus Darrell White, age 84, of Erwin, passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at his home. A native of Erwin, Hargus is a son of the late Mac Daniel and Sarah (Love) White. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, where he served during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. For his service, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and the Army Occupation Medal. Hargus was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and a member of the American Legion # 25. He enjoyed fishing, raising animals and farming. In addition to his parents, Hargus is preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Mary (Hollifield) White; son, Michael Falin White Hargus Darrell White has left behind to cherish his memory: son: Mark White and wife, Bridgit; grandchildren: Marcus White and wife, Carol, Keenan White and wife, Angel, Keesha White, McKenzie Osbourne and Brittney Drake; great-grandchildren Kendra White, Kaalyn Gillen, Selah White and Aspyn Bieberly; several nieces and nephews. The family would like to offer special thanks to the nurses, staff and physicians at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Home Based Primary Care at the VA, Fresenius Medical Care, Brighter Days Healthcare, and Donna White for the love and care during this difficult time. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Hargus Darrell White in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Steve Rice and Pastor John Wilson will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 pm and will continue until service time on Tuesday. A graveside committal service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday. March 2, 2022 in McInturff Cemetery, in the Rock Creek community. | White, Hargus Darrel (I91111)
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| 2944 | ERWIN - Harry H. Corn, age 92, Erwin, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus on Thursday, January 12, 2023. He was born in Flag Pond on Friday, October 10, 1930, to the late Walter and Diana Murray Corn. Harry was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County. He was a United States Army Veteran, having served his country honorably during the Korean War. Harry was awarded the Korean Service Medal with Four Bronze Campaign Stars and Distinguished Unit Citation. On June 25, 2000, Harry was awarded a Korean Service Medal on the 50th Anniversary of the Korean War by Kim Dae-Jung, President of the Republic of Korea. He retired from CSX Transportation in 1994 where he worked as a Carman for thirty years. Harry was a member of Higgins Chapel Baptist Church. He was a 32nd Degree Mason with the Erwin Centennial Masonic Lodge #491 F&AM. He recently received his Seventy Year Masonic Pin. Harry was also a York Rite Shriner. He enjoyed raising a garden, but his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-eight years, Dorthea “Dot” Guinn Corn on August 13, 2011; three half-brothers: Thomas Corn, Smith Hoyle and Hartsell Hoyle; one half-sister, Vertie Haynes. Harry leaves behind to cherish many wonderful memories, his two sons: Edward “Eddie” Corn and wife, Nina, Keith Corn and wife, Krista, all of Erwin; four grandchildren: Jason Corn (Rachel), Ryan Corn (Sarah), Keaton Corn and Austin Green and fiancé, Molly; four great grandchildren: Carson Corn, River Green, Lewis Casper, and Hudson Corn; numerous nieces, nephews and friends also survive. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the funeral home chapel. Reverend Craig Shelton will officiate the 7:00 p.m. funeral service. Masonic Rites will be rendered by the Erwin Centennial Masonic Lodge #491 F&AM. Committal will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday in the Evergreen Cemetery with Reverend Kevin Laws officiating. Military Honors will be conducted by DAV Chapter 39 Honor Guard. | Corn, Harry (I69774)
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| 2945 | ERWIN - Harvey Peterson, age 88, Erwin, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was a son of the late Jerry and Idella Peterson. Harvey was born and raised in Poplar, NC but had lived most of his life in Erwin. He served in the US Army and was a Korean War Veteran. Harvey retired from Hoover Ball in 1995 after thirty plus years of service. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed trout fishing, camping and family gatherings of any kind. He was a faithful member of Erwin Full Gospel Tabernacle and served as pastor for several years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Garfa, Jack, and Everette Peterson; one sister, Emaline Miller. Harvey leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of sixty-four years, Ernestine Johnson Peterson; three sons: Jerry Peterson (Kay), Benny Peterson (Lisa), Mark Peterson (Tracey); one daughter, Sharon Jones (Kirk); nine grandchildren: Aaron, Jeremiah, Joshua Peterson, Sarah Hyder, Benjamin Peterson, Jordyn Norwood, Katelyn Parnell, Brooklyn & Kolby Jones; five great grandchildren: Hannah & Haley Peterson, Bayleigh Hyder, Lila Grace Parnell, Easton Norwood; one brother, FC Peterson; four sisters: Gertrude Street, Velva Landers, Eleanor Poole, Wilma Jean Reedy; two sisters-in-law: Bobby Sue Peterson and Betty Peterson; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Wiegand, Dr. Missick and the team at Fresenius Kidney Care, JCMC ICU and 5200 wing nurses, Kindred at Home, Avalon, and Brighter Days Homecare. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM Thursday, May 6, 2021 in the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Special friend and pastor Andre’ Head will officiate at the 6:00 PM funeral service. Music will be provided by Allan Foster. Pallbearers will be Aaron Peterson, Jeremiah Peterson, Joshua Peterson, Benjamin Peterson, Kolby Jones, Kirk Jones, Zach Norwood, and Wil Parnell. Honorary pallbearers will be the men at Erwin Full Gospel Tabernacle, and Austin Green. Committal service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday May 7, 2021 at the VA Mountain Home National Cemetery New Annex. | Peterson, Harvey (I78234)
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| 2946 | ERWIN - Heidi C. Willis Smith, age 38, Erwin, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 3, 2021 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin. Heidi was a Manager at Food City. She was a member of Coffee Ridge Baptist Church. Heidi loved people and she never met a stranger. She was feisty and enjoyed joking around with others, especially with her cousin, Chad. Heidi experienced many exciting adventures during her trips with family and friends. She always loved going to the beach. Heidi never missed an opportunity to shop for clothes, make-up or hair products. She absolutely hated to water flowers! Heidi liked collecting items with pictures of cherries on them. In her spare time, she liked to lounge around and be pampered like a princess. On December 22, 2018 Heidi had her first date with Michael, who became her husband and the love of her life. She loved Michael and her boys with all her heart. Heidi was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Robert R. Foster on January 26, 2019; paternal grandparents, Clifford Sr. and Pauline Willis; special aunt, Judy Williams. Heidi leaves behind to cherish many special memories of her, husband, Michael Smith; her four boys: Jacob A. Smith, Michael A. Smith, Isaiah J. Smith and Isaac W. Smith; parents, Sherry Foster Gaddy (Roger); paternal grandmother, Frances “Nanny” Foster; father, Clifford Willis, Jr. (Mary); sister, Jessica Swope (Will); nephew and light of “Dee-Dee’s” life, Liam Swope; four aunt’s: Teresa “Teecee” Williams (Bud), Mary Gail Crawford (Jimmy), Carolyn Sparks (Johnny) and Alma Honeycutt; three uncles: Greg Willis (Cindy), Broyate Williams, David Gaddy (Debbie); very close cousins: Chad, Savannah, Wayne, Heather, Chloe, Corbin, Brett, Caleb and many other special cousins also survive. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 in the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Phillip Garland and Reverend Joey Murdock will officiate the 6:00 PM service. Eulogy will be delivered by Jessica Swope. Music will be provided by Grayson Riddle, Savannah and Brett Williams. Active pallbearers will be Michael Smith, Jacob Smith, Isaiah Smith, Isaac Smith, Chad Williams, Will Swope, Wayne Powers and Corbin Powers. Honorary pallbearers will be Brett Williams, Liam Swope and Caleb Williams. Committal will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday in the Evergreen Cemetery. | Willis, Heidi (I82633)
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| 2947 | ERWIN - Herbert Rainbolt, 90, Erwin, passed away, Monday, August 14, 2017 at the Center on Aging and Health. He was born on October 17, 1926 to the late Brownlow and Orphy Rainbolt. Mr. Rainbolt attended Living Word Church of God in Gray, TN. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Lisa Tipton and her husband Mike, Katie Rainbolt, and Lawanda Harrison and her husband Richard; grandchildren, Jessica Forterberry, Ashley Gibson, Shevtika Hipshire and Linda Hipshire. A Memorial Service will be held in honor of Mr. Rainbolt at 1:30PM on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Living Word Church of God. | Dugger, Herbert (I54224)
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| 2948 | ERWIN - Horace Mack Stockton, age 94, of Erwin, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at his home. A native of Flag Pond, Horace is a son of the late Hubert Mack and Mindy Jane (Tipton) Stockton. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, where he served in the Korean War. When he wasn’t working as an Electrical Contractor, he enjoyed Beekeeping. In addition to his parents, Horace is preceded in death by his first wife: Betty Jane Stockton; step-son: James Larry Furchess; son: Robert Gray Stockton; great-grandson: Aiden Patrick Turner; brothers: Clarence Stockton, Claude Stockton and Blaine Stockton; and sister: Rellie Silvers. Horace Mack Stockton has left behind to cherish his memory: wife: Reva (Lyle) Stockton; brother: Carter Stockton; son: Steve Stockton and wife, Gail; daughter: Abbie Jill McCurry and husband, Jeff; step-sons: Steve Edwards and wife, Brenda and Tim Edwards and wife, Debbie; granddaughters: Misty Caish and Shannon Turner; grandson: Justin Luke McCurry; great-grandchildren: Dylan, Kirstin and Cayson; Step-grandchildren: Brandi, Jennifer, TJ and Kelly; step-great-grandchildren: Ainsley, Eli, Bo, Hudson and Ireland. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Horace Mack Stockton in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, November 29, 2021 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Steve Rice and Reverend Art Gibson will officiate. Musical selections will be provided by Justin Luke McCurry and Shannon Turner. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 pm on Monday and continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 in Evergreen Cemetery. Those attending the committal service should meet at Valley Funeral Home by 10:30 am on Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Larry Norris, David Step, Everett Tipton, Howard Hoilman, Tim Edwards and Steve Edwards. | Stockton, Horace (I88239)
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| 2949 | ERWIN - Howard "Loadie" Ollis, age 92, of Erwin went home to be with his Lord and his Margie on Monday, October 7, 2019, at Christian Care Center of Unicoi County. Howard is a native of Erwin and a son of the late James and Pearl (Tipton) Ollis. He attended Erwin Pentecostal Holiness Church and was a Carmen for Clinchfield Railroad until his retirement. Howard was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served during World War II as a Medic. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and tinkering. In addition to his parents Howard is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Margie (Manuel) Ollis, and his brother, Bradley Ollis. Howard "Loadie" Ollis has left to cherish his memories, Daughter: Tracy Ollis-Huff and Stan, of Erwin; Granddaughter: Chelsea Hensley and husband, Ricky, of Florida; Grandsons: E.C. Huff of Johnson City, Evan Huff, of Erwin; Several nieces and nephews. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Howard "Loadie" Ollis in a funeral service to be he held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Dwight Dunning and Reverend Hope Fregoso will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 and will continue until service time in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. A graveside committal service with military honors will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 17, 2019 in Roselawn Memory Gardens. | Ollis, Howard (I78921)
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| 2950 | ERWIN - Hubert D. "Whitey" Hardin, age 76, of Erwin, passed away Thursday, April 6, 2017 at The Unicoi County Memorial Hospital. Born on January 1, 1941 in Carter County, he was a son of the late Donnle and Nola Edney Hardin. Mr. Hardin was a U. S. Navy veteran having served on the USS Evans. He was a musician and loved "making music" with his family. He also loved cooking and woodworking in his shop. He took pride in providing for his family. He worked for Ford Motor Co. in NJ and then transferred to the Atlanta Wire Works in GA, and the Gateway Mine In PA. In addition to his parents, Hubert is preceded in death by brothers Bill and Vernon Hardin, Sister Dorothy Hardin (Harold) Sawyer, and nephews Brian Bailey and Michael Hardin. Hubert D. Hardin has left behind to cherish his memory: Daughter: Tammy and Dave Thistlethwaite of Jefferson, PA, Son: Timothy Hardin of Jefferson, PA, Sisters: Ann Carathers of Erwin, Betty (Harold) Bailey of Erwin, Brother: Howard and Kathy Hardin of Erwin, Gary Hardin of Erwin, Dwight Hardin of Erwin, Grandchildren: Coco and Joelle Pahanish, Great granddaughter: Lacie Tiberi; Several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews; Several cousins and many special friends including Ronald "Rolo" Howell; and His beloved dog Bilo. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Hubert D. Hardin in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 PM Monday, April 10, 2017, in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home with Brother Richard Wilson officiating. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 PM and continue until service time on Monday at Valley Funeral Home. A graveside committal service with military graveside honors will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, April 11, 2017 in the Haun-White Cemetery. | Hardin, Hubert D. "Whitey" (I52789)
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