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3651	HAMPTON — Mr. Philip E. Shull, age 80, of Hampton, TN passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, at his residence. A native of Carter County, he was the son of the late Joseph Carluss and Hazel Clark Shull. Mr. Shull retired from Inland Containers. He was a member of the U.S. Army Reserve and he attended Hampton Church of God. Mr. Shull was a Tennessee Vols fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several aunts and nephews. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of fifty-one and one half years, Faye Shull, of the home; a daughter, Lisa Blevins and her husband David, Elizabethton; a granddog, Lowla; a sister, Loretta Crowder and her husband Sam, Elizabethton and an aunt, Betty Lou Chambers, Elizabethton. A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Philip E. Shull will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 5, 2016, in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Hobart Bradshaw officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Thursday prior to the service or at the residence at any time. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 6, 2016, in the Rittertown Baptist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Everyone will meet at the funeral home at 10:00 AM on Friday to go in procession to the cemetery. The family would like to express a thank you to his special friends, Ray Campbell, Don Carden and Wayne Sheets.	Shull, Joseph Carluss (I49425)
3652	HAMPTON — Oakie P. Calhoun, age 92, Hampton, went home to be with the Lord January 19, 2012, from Sycamore Shoals Hospital after a lengthy illness. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late Jake and Nancy Jones Potter. She was a charter member and teacher of the Ladies Bible Class of Hampton Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffie M. Calhoun, in 1998; three brothers, Enoch Potter, Don Potter and Stewart Potter; eight sisters, Bertha Harrison, Millie Harrison, Mamie Tatum, Hazel Norman, Ethel Greene, Hildra Leonard, Florence Simerely and Ruth Potter. Survivors include a daughter, Patsy Erwin, Elizabethton; a son and daughter-in-law, J.D. and Jeanette Calhoun, Hampton; two grandsons, Jeff Erwin, Elizabethton, and Doug Calhoun, Hampton; a granddaughter, Hope Calhoun Jarrett, Elizabethton; two great-granddaughters, April Erwin, Elizabethton, and Julia Calhoun, Hampton; two great-grandsons, Jacob Calhoun and Jonah Calhoun, both of Hampton; and special caretakers, Christy Glass, Sonia Guinn and Sharon Street. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service for Oakie P. Calhoun will be conducted at 7:00 P.M. Sunday, January 22, 2012, in the Chapel of Peace of Tetrick Funeral Home with Rev. Eugene Osborne and Rev. David Greene officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00-7:00 P.M. on Sunday prior to the funeral service or her home at other times. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, January 23, 2012, in Potters Cemetery on Buck Mountain. Active pallbearers will be Jeff Guinn, Bobby Rainbolt, Steve Rainbolt, Dale Stevens, Charles Geisler and Jess Simerely. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Hampton Freewill Baptist Church, Terry Leonard and Kenneth Leonard. Everyone will meet at the funeral home at 10:00 A.M. on Monday to go in procession to the cemetery.	Potter, Okie (I29731)
3653	HAMPTON — Sammie W. Tolley, 81, Hampton, passed away Monday October 11, 2010, in the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She was a Roan Mountain native. Sammie was a graduate of Cloudland High School class of 1947 also attended Milligan College and attained certification in music, East Tennessee State University with a BS Degree in Regular & Special Education and the University of Tennessee with a Counseling Certification. Sammie was a teacher, counselor and administrator in the Carter County School System for 42 years. She was a former member of the First Baptist Church, Roan Mountain, and was presently a member of Little Doe Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her beloved and cherished granddaughter, Rachel Mikell Clawson; father & mother, John L. and Geneva Collins Whitehead; sisters: Norma Love Kuntz and Billy Rose, a brother: Jack Whitehead; her father & mother-in-law: Mr & Mrs Charley Tolley; her brothers-in-law: Paul Tolley, Mack Tolley, Julius Tolley; and a sister-in-law: Leafie Payne. Survivors include her husband of 60 years: Jack Tolley, of the home; A son & daughter-in-law: John Charles & Joan Tolley, Johnson City;. A daughter & son-in-law: Sherry & Michael Clawson, Hampton; Her Grandsons: Seth Clawson and John Tolley; Her special family members: Shyrl Davis, Geneva & Howard Roberts, Darley Hyder, Mahalia Hampton, Virginia Young and John Paul, Greg & Brian Mathis; Her special friends: Dr. Ed Hyder, Bob & Marie Tipps, Louis Butler, Royce & Pam Parmen, Pat & Karen Heaton, Kyle & Eddie Hyder, Gaylord & Debbie Hyder, Patsy Miller, Ed & Senobia Miller, Homer & Clara Anderson, Jessie and Kale Street, Joe Thacker & The Mountain Electric Board of Trustees & Board Secretary Ann, Bill & Ruth Kerley, Kayla Walker, Goldie Ludroky; and her former students and co-workers. A Service to Celebrate the life of Sammie Tolley will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Mr. Dwayne Calhoun, Minister, officiating. The Eulogy will be given by Kayla Walker. Entombment Services in the Mausoleum of Peace, Happy Valley Memorial Park, with be 10 a.m. Friday, October 15, 2010. Active Pallbearers will be Her Grandsons: Seth Clawson and John Tolley, and her Nephews: Delaney Teague, Julius Tolley Jr., Keith Tolley, Leon Tolley, David Wade Tolley, Chris Tolley, Tim Davis, Jeff Hampton and Cody Walsh. Honorary pallbearers will be: John Kuntz, Jeff Kuntz, Ted Rose, Barry Rose, Mike Rose, Zeke Tolley Jr., Wade Tolley and Herman Tolley.	Whitehead, Sammie F. (I33351)
3654	HAMPTON, TN - Conley Woodby, 89, Hampton, September 13, 2021 went home to be with his Lord, and be reunited with Mary Sue Woodby, his wife of 68 years, who preceded him in death, August 11, 2020. He was the son of the late Oscar & Lydia Miller Woodby. He was also preceded in death by his brothers: Hayes, Emmett and Clayton Woodby and sisters: Avanell Arnett and Aileen McKinney. Con was an avid bear hunter, he loved being in the woods with his friends. He will be missed by all of his family and friends. Survivors include: Daughter: Katherine (David) Nidiffer, Sons: Bruce (Evelyn) Woodby, Terry Woodby, Jim Woodby and James Woodby. Grandchildren: Connie Rose, Cindy Nidiffer, Johnny Nidiffer, Julie Woodby, Priscilla Broyles, Bruce Conley Woodby, Jessica Woodby, Tiffany Woodby Josh Woodby and several great grandchildren. Siblings; Almagene Phillips, Dennis Woodby, Ken (Linda) Woodby, Van Woodby and Alvin (Sue) Woodby. Funeral Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday in Memomrial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Terry Richardson officiating. Interment will follow in the Woodby Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the Grandsons.	Woodby, Conley (I45294)
3655	Hannah is living with her daughter and son-in-law, John Shoemaker and Hannah Moody Shoemaker, in the 1850 Sullivan County, TN Census.	Pope, Hannah (I27643)
3656	Hannah is living with her son Loranzo in the 1920 Yancey County, NC Census.	Hall, Johannas "Hannah" (I39135)
3657	Hannah was either a daughter of Thomas Benoni Hopson or married one of his sons. She is listed in the 1850 Yancey County, NC Cenusu as the daughter of 80 year old Benoni Hopson and the mother of 20 year old Benoni Hopson. To date, no record of a marriage record of her has been found. The Mitchell County, NC marriage record of Benoni Hopson to Jane Hughes lists his mother as Hanah Hobson, no father listed. The Avery County, NC death record of Benoni Hopson lists his mother as Hannah Hobson, father unknown.	Hopson, Hannah (I39761)
3658	Harlan Guinn, 73, Hampton, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his residence. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Earnest and Mary Birchfield Guinn. Harlan was an employee of North American Rayon Corporation for 22 years and retired from the Carter County Landfill. He loved to paint cars and do mechanic work. His hobby was antique cars. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Darrell, Junior and Tommy Guinn. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Janie Simerly Guinn; three children, Harlan “Toby” Guinn Jr. and wife Amber, Randy Lee Guinn and wife Heidi, and Shannon Guinn; two grandchildren, Zack Guinn and wife Bethany and Hannah Guinn; one brother, Eddie Guinn and wife Sandy; and his special four-legged friends, Chloe and Gritts. The family would like to express a special thank you to Jerry Ingram, Dean Stevens, Louis Honeycutt, Chris Clark, Bill Sheets and Charlotte Honeycutt for all the many things they have done for Harlan during his illness. Also, to Dr. Wesley Hanson and the staff of Gentiva Hospice. It was his request to be cremated and a service will be held at a later date at John Whitehead Cemetery.	Guinn, Harlan (94050388)
3659	HARLEM, Ga. - Mr. Carl DeLoach, Sr., 74, of 1223 Grant Road, entered into rest Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at his residence. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 20, 2003 at 3 p.m. with full Military Honors at Blythe Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Albert Batchelor officiating. The family will receive friends at the home of Carl (Roy) DeLoach, Jr. 1223 Grant Road, Harlem. Mr. DeLoach was retired from the Air Force with over twenty years of service, he was a retired educator, a member of Lower Macedonia Baptist Church, Chesterfield, S.C., and a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed by all. Mr. DeLoach is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Flora; one daughter, Christy Caldwell, Johnson City, Tenn.; three sons Carl (Roy) DeLoach, Jr., Harlem, Clifford DeLoach, Talking Rock, Ga., and Kevin DeLoach, Marion, N.C.; two brothers, Charles DeLoach, Appling and Clyde DeLoach, Sr., Oklahoma; three sisters, Melba Dietschler, Appling; Annie Whatley, S.C.; and Frankie Smith, Miss.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.	DeLoach, Carl Leroy (I46103)
3660	Harley Carrier met his Lord and Savior (his "sweet Jesus") May 24, 2018 at Holston Valley Hospital after a short illness. Harley was born on November 8, 1937 to Harley Sr. and Stella Carrier. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Bernice Carrier, sons: Jeff Carrier, Mark Carrier (Sarah), Tim Carrier (Carolyn), Chris Carrier (Donna); Grandchildren: Courtney Massey (James), Ethan Carrier, Ivy Carrier, Jacob Carrier, Clayton Carrier (Kayla), Laura Carrier, Cole Carrier; Step-grandchildren: Allister Hawkins (Danielle), Cliff Hawkins, Evan Allie (Adam); he was also looking forward to the arrival of his first Great-grandchild in October, Mother-in-law, Annie Haga (his sweetheart), Sisters: Doris Sutton, Elouise Jefferson (Henry); Brother, William "Pete" Carrier (Sharon), Sisters-in-law: Mary Melvin, Martha Feathers, Several nieces and nephews. Harley started working at a young age, beginning at age 9 with a paper route with the Bristol Herald Courier that continued for 10 years. He retired from the Sullivan County School Department after 28 years. He continued to work for them another 4 years on various projects, for a total of 32 years of service. Harley was a current member of Piney Flats First Baptist Church. He was a former Deacon and Sunday school teacher at Bluff City Baptist Church. His hobbies included antiquing and taking road trips. Harley loved working with his hands and volunteering his time to help others. We would like to express our appreciation to the nurses, doctors, and staff in the ICU at Holston Valley Hospital for their compassionate care. Also, Dr. Bruce Vincent for his help during this time. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm on Saturday, May 26, 2018 until a Celebration of Harley's Life at 7:00 pm in the Sunrise Chapel of Tetrick Funeral and Cremation Services with Dr. Allen Davis officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 3:00 pm on Sunday at New Bethel Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Piney Flats. Pallbearers are grandsons, nephews and James Massey. Honorary pallbearers are the deacons of Piney Flats First Baptist Church. Everyone is asked to meet at the cemetery on Sunday by 2:50 pm.	Carrier, Harley C. (I63442)
3661	Harmon Edwards, age 77, of Erwin, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Mr. Edwards was a native of Yancey County, NC and a son of the late Braskie and Lula Tolley Edwards. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church where he was a former Sunday School Superintendent and served as a Deacon. He logged for 30+ years and he liked to restore old cars.In addition to his parents, Mr. Edwards is preceded in death by brothers Ray Edwards and Estil Edwards and sister Velva Ramsey. Harmon Edwards has left behind to cherish his memories: Wife of 56 ½ years: Frances (Jean) Callahan Edwards, of Erwin; Daughters: Angel Whitson and husband Michael, of Erwin; Kathy Ensor and Jeff Campbell, of Johnson City; Granddaughter: Lenee Hendrix and husband Mark, of Johnson City; Grandsons: Chase Whitson and wife Beth, of Johnson City; Caleb Whitson, of Johnson City; Great-Granddaughters: Kalen Hendrix, of Johnson City; Kathryn Whitson, of Johnson City; Brothers: Floyd Edwards and wife Cora, of Erwin; Coy Edwards and wife Joyce, of Erwin; S. J. Edwards and wife Edith, of Marion, NC; Sister: Lora Adkins, of Marion, NC; Many beloved nieces and nephews. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Harmon Edwards in a funeral service to be at 4:00 PM, Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Faith Baptist Church. Reverend Harold Lewis and Reverend Steve Sparks will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 2:30 PM and continue until service time on Sunday at Faith Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 13, 2017 at 11:00 PM at Tinker Cemetery. Those attending will meet at Faith Baptist Church at 10:30 to go in procession. Nephews will serve as pallbearers.	Edwards, Harmon (I51142)
3662	Harold "Big John" Williams, 70, of Elizabethton, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016, at Pine Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center, following a brief illness. He was born in Carter County to the late Clarence C. Williams and Josephine Ritchie Williams. "Big John" had worked in the furniture industry and was of the Freewill Baptist faith. He enjoyed eating breakfast with his buddies at City Market and Nancy's Kitchen and especially enjoyed going to the Carter County Cruise Ins on Saturdays. Those left to cherish his memory include two brothers, his twin brother, Darrell Williams and wife Barbara, and Clarence Ed Williams and wife Charlotte, all of Elizabethton; two cousins, Frances Stoneburner and Vernon Robinson, both of Maryland; one nephew, Darrell Wayne Williams, Elizabethton; two nieces, Melissa Ann Andrews and husband James and Kathy Lynn Hilton, all of Elizabethton; two great-nephews, Jeffrey "Sketter" Bowers and Billy Wayne Hilton Jr., both of Elizabethton; two great-nieces, Kelly Joe May Hilton and Jamie Andrews, both of Elizabethton; and a special buddy, Jessie James Wallace, Elizabethton. A service to honor the life of Harold "Big John" Williams will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday, March 7, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Rev. Carl Grindstaff and Rev. Doug Hinshaw officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, prior to the service, or at the residence of his brother, Ed Williams, 112 Crestview Drive, Elizabethton, at anytime. The graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, in the Pearl Bowers Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday to go in procession. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Stephen May and the nurses and staff of Pine Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center for the love and care shown to "Big John" during his illness.	Williams, Harold (I45752)
3663	Harold Dean Hicks, 83, Elizabethton, died peacefully and entered heaven to join his beloved friends and family who preceded him in death, on Monday, December 5, 2022, at Holston Valley Hospital, Kingsport. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Charles Garfield and Ida Belle Ellis Hicks. Harold was a graduate of Elizabethton High School and a retired employee of Dixie Battery. He was a member of Borderview Christian Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Pauline Elliott, Florence Jennings and Bonnie Stout, and two brothers, James Hicks and Albert Hicks. Harold was the family historian, genealogist, and comedian. He had a memory that was razor sharp. Friends and family enjoyed his many tales of growing up in Tin Can Hollow in Elizabethton. He welcomed all who visited his cozy home with a “look who is coming there, get in this house.” He enjoyed reminiscing with his visitors and filling in the gaps of their fading memories. He is one of a generation who remained true to his roots and valued his history and his family and friends. Survivors include a brother, Bob Hicks and companion, Carolyn Dail, Knoxville. He was a beloved uncle to several nieces and nephews; was surrogate father to many. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, December 11, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with Mr. Scott Fisher, minister, officiating. Music will be provided by the Borderview Christian Church. Honorary pallbearers will be his church family, the Harmony Baptist Church Family and his many many friends. A graveside service will be held at a later date at Emmert Cemetery.	Hicks, Harold Dean (24545287)
3664	Harold Edward Hutchinson, age 85, of Shady Valley, TN; passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at his home. He was born on June 1, 1937 in Shady Valley to the late Fred C. Hutchinson and Sallie Watson Hutchinson. In addition to his parents Harold was preceded in death by sisters, Betty Henry, Aileen Eller, Janice Blevins and Ann Cross; brother, Johnny Hutchinson. Harold was a simple man for those who knew him. He was a quiet easy going fellow. Harold worked many years in communications with the Telephone Company. Through the years he enjoyed the outdoors hunting, fishing and boating. He was a United States Air Force Veteran. Harold is survived by his brother-in-law, Ned Blevins, several nieces and nephews, best friends, Bill Wallace and Judy Watson. Graveside service for Harold will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 21, 2022 from Blevins Cemetery with Tom Reece speaking and Military Honors by Johnson County Honor Guard.	Hutchinson, Harold Edward (50789961)
3665	Harold Edwin "Bear Claw" Phillippi, age 70, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home in Doe Valley surrounded by family on Friday, October 12, 2018. Harold was born in Mountain City on June 29, 1948 to the late Edwin "Tuck" Phillippi and Mary Virginia Mullins Phillippi. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jim and Bob Phillippi and paternal and maternal grandparents. Harold was a member of Bethany Baptist Church and the Good News Sunday School Class. Harold was an avid hunter and spent many days and nights in the mountains hunting bear, raccoon, rabbits and deer. He was fond of his bear dogs and enjoyed the hunt as much as taking the animal. He was always willing to take the younger, inexperienced hunter and help them to experience his love of the mountains and hunting. Harold held the Tennessee State record when he checked in a black bear weighting 635 lbs Harold is survived by his wife of 51 years, Faye Phillippi; two daughters, Lisa and her special friend Donnie and Jaycee Clawson; his mother, Virginia Phillippi; brother, Roby Phillippi and wife Carol; two grandsons, Ethan and Josh Clawson. Also surviving are multiple nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins who have fond memories of him. Sister-in-laws Virginia Manuel & husband Don, June Thomas & Friend Coleman, Ann Skewes & husband Mike, Harold had a special sister-in-law, Mae Matheson, who he entrusted to always be there to help him, Brother-in-law, Doran Swift & Wife Emogene. He will be remembered by his many friends along with the members of the Doe Valley Sportsman Club, Stoney Creek Hunting Club, as well as many other hunting organizations. The family will receive friends on Monday, October15, 2018 from 5 until 7 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the service to follow at 7 p.m. with Pastors Gale Hartley, Spencer Roark and Dean Smith officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir. Pallbearers will be Josh Clawson, Jamie Phillippi, Jeremy Phillippi, Jeff Phillippi, Doug Thomas, Mike Roark, Jerry Roark, Bob Mullins and Blake Phillippi. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Bethany Baptist Church, members of Doe Valley Sportsman Club, Mike Skewes, Dick Johnson, Jason Bryan, Ralph Matheson, Don Manuel, Doran Swift and Jerry Paul Stanberry. The graveside service will be conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Brookshire Cemetery.	Phillippi, Harold Edwin (I69448)
3666	Harold Eugene Lowe, 74, of Minton Hollow Road, Elizabethton, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012, at his residence. He was the son of the late Laban and Hazel Whittimore Lowe. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Issacs Lowe in April 2003 and two sisters, Elizabeth Feathers and Norma Fair. Mr. Lowe was a native of Carter County, Tennessee and was a self employed carpenter. He was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church in Elizabethton. He loved his church and acted as song leader and had also taught Sunday school class for many years at Hunter Memorial. Survivors include one daughter, Leisa Wright and husband Eric, Elizabethton; two sons, Keith Lowe and wife Debbie and Mark Lowe, all of Elizabethton; four grandchildren, Josh Lowe, Rachel Lowe, Jeremy Wright, and Jonathan Wright, all of Elizabethton; five sisters, JoAnn Edmondson and husband Wade of Elizabethton; Phyllis potter and husband Ernie, Elizabethton; Gwen McMahan and husband Jerry; Kathy Fagan and husband Pete; and Pat Lowe; two brothers, Carroll Lowe and wife Robin, Elizabethton; and Roger Lowe and wife Trudy, Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mr. Lowe will be conducted at 8:00 pm on Friday, November 2, 2012, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton, with Reverend James Hawk, Reverend Bobby Stout, and Reverend Mark Fowler officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm prior to the service in the funeral home chapel or at the residence at all other times. The graveside service will be conducted at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 3, 2012, at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 9:50 am on Saturday.	Lowe, Harold Eugene (I46784)
3667	Harold Jonathan Shoemaker, age 77, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Harold was born on November 9, 1944, in Johnson County to the late Dick Shoemaker and Hazel Crosswhite Shoemaker. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Brewer; sisters, Deborah Shoemaker and Margaret Stalcup; two infant brothers, and brother, John Shoemaker. Harold was a God-fearing man who loved to let people know about Jesus. He was a happy man who loved his family. Harold was a very good woodworker and a very talented man. He could do anything he wanted to do. Harold had been on mission trips throughout the years and had taught Sunday School for many years. He was a United States Army Veteran. Harold was a member of Rainbow Mennonite Church where he served as a Deacon. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 45 years, Brenda Shoemaker; daughter, Kim Stout (Kenneth); son, Daniel Shoemaker; grandchildren, Ginger Shoemaker, Coty Brewer, Lucas Stout (Skylar), Dalton Brewer (Katie), Savannah Shoemaker (Dillon), Keisha Shoemaker, Nathanael Wright, and Billy Shoemaker; great-grandchildren, Brianna Dunn, Stephen Dunn, Emma Dunn, Harper Stout, and Naveah Wright; sisters, Kat Carden and Dorothy Shoemaker; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Rainbow Mennonite Church. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Gary Gambill to officiate. The graveside service and burial will follow from Sunset Memorial Park with Military honors accorded by Johnson County Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Lucas Stout, Dalton Brewer, Kenny Stout, Mark Gladden, Josh Jones, and Ben Masters. Honorary pallbearers are all of his friends who loved and cherished his friendship.	Shoemake, Harold Jonathon (96112102)
3668	Harold L. Berry, 92, of Millers Creek, NC passed away Friday, June 19, 2020. Born in Lenawee County, Michigan on March 2, 1928, he was the son of the late Arthur Samuel Berry and Lucille Byrd Berry. Harold is survived by his daughters, Dimple Smith, Temple Wyatt, Willie Mae McCain, Mary Ann Adams, and Catherine Smith; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brother, Clifford Berry; and a sister, Stella Benfield, Susie Jane Sneed, and Trula Berry. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by first wife, Ruth Davis Berry; 2nd wife, Mae Berry; grandson, Matthew Hodges; brothers, Bob, L.D., Mac, Troy, and Roy; and sisters, Beulah and Daisy. The graveside service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, June 22, 2020 at Forest Hill Cemetery.	Berry, Harold Leonard (18722326)
3669	Harold L. Richardson, of Johnson City, went home to be with the Lord, following an extended illness on Sunday, May 31, 2020, in Johnson City. Harold was born to the late, Lloyd and Viola Collins Richardson in the township of Oakley, IL. In addition to his parents Harold is preceded in death by a daughter, Donna and a sister, Charlotte. Harold was a devoted husband and was a member of the Beans Creek Church of Jesus Christ, NC. Those left to cherish his memory include, his loving wife of 41 years, Martha Richardson, of the home; five children, Penny, of IL, Harold Jr., of IA, Lori, of IL, Shelly, of IL, Kevin, IL; two step-daughters, Carolyn Puckett, of Gray and Beverly Kirby, of Roan Mountain; thirty four grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; four extended grandchildren and seven extended great grandchildren also survive. The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. Thursday, June 4, 2020 in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City. A graveside service will follow in the Shell Cemetery in Piney Flats with Mr. Ross Carmack and Mr. Clint Andrews, officiating. Active pallbearers will be as follows, Chad Puckett, Jeremy Holly and Heath Hopper and friends.	Richardson, Harold Lloyd (I83089)
3670	Harold R. DeLoach - LUDOWICI - Harold R. DeLoach, 85, died December 29, 2007. Tattnall Co., Ga. native had lived in Long Co. most of his life, member of the Ludowici First Baptist Church, the Ludowici Masonic Lodge, was a retired Firefighter with Ft. Stewart Civil Service and loved gardening and fishing. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of World War II and was predeceased by a daughter: Glenda Diane DeLoach and a grandson: Billy DeLoach. Survivors: wife: Frances Gordon DeLoach of Ludowici, two sons: Randall and Gale DeLoach of Ludowici, Jerald DeLoach of Shellman Bluff, two sisters: Doris Morgan of Ludowici, Ruth D. Hall of Soperton, two grandchildren: Jodi Combs, Deanna DeLoach, both of Ludowici, five great-grandchildren. Visitation: 5-7 p.m., Monday from the Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 1, 2008, from Ludowici First Baptist Church. Burial: Baggs Cemetery in Ludowici Long County, GA. Harold R. DeLoach is a son of Henry Jackson DeLoach (1883 and Floy Bell Milton (1888). Henry Jackson DeLoach is a son of Henry Hardy DeLoach (1852)and Mary Ann Todd (1862)of Tattnall County, GA.	DeLoach, Harold Randolph (I28233)
3671	Harold Ray Dowell, age 86, of Mountain City, TN passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at his home. He was born in Johnson County, TN on July 29, 1934 to the late Charles and Nancy Dowell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Hazel Sluder, Opal Wood, Goldie Wood, Verta Greer, Virginia Ailes and Eula Dowell; brothers, Charles Dowell, Jr. and Ralph Dowell. Harold retired in Wilmington, DE after 31years of service to NVF Power Co. He enjoyed sports and working puzzles. Harold was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 65 years, Jean Dowell; daughters, Yvonne DeCarlo and husband Frank, Deborah Kelley and husband Bill, Pamela Hodge and husband Terry, Sharon French and husband Glen, Sandra Hurley and husband Dan, son, David H. Dowell and wife Roxanne; brothers, J.W.(Jay) Dowell and wife Ethel; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The graveside service for Harold was held on Friday, January 29, 2021 at11:00 a.m. from Sunset Memorial Park.	Dowell, Harold Ray (I88742)
3672	Harriet, along with her sister Carolina, was purchased from the Garris Plantation by Francis DeLoatch. She was half white, and she never married.	DeLoatch, Harriet (I24391)
3673	Harrison Hill Farthing, 81, passed away on July 10, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on November 1, 1940, in Banner Elk, NC to the late Homer and Deane Farthing. He lived in Butler before moving to Elizabethton where he spent most of his life. Harry graduated from Elizabethton High School in 1958 and East Tennessee State College in 1962 with a BS in Biology and Geography. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Elizabethton. He served in the US Navy on the USS Willis A. Lee as a Radarman. He worked at North American Rayon Corporation as an Assistant Manager, and then at Beaunit at Research Triangle Park in Durham, NC as an electron microscopist and the Department of Human Services as a Counselor. Harry married his high school sweetheart, Sue, on December 21, 1962. They were blessed with two children, Harry Lee and April, and 59 wonderful years together. Harry was an avid bird watcher and a talented nature photographer. He enjoyed sharing his photographs with friends and family and appreciated them being posted on the Naturalist’s Notebook Facebook page. Dr. Frank Barclay and Dr. Lee Herndon were influential in his love for birds and flowers. He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Survivors include: his wife, Charlotte Sue Farthing; brother, John Farthing (Betty); children, Harrison Lee Farthing (Melinda) and April Farthing Taylor (Duane); granddaughters, Hannah Gibson (Dallas), Keely Brock (Josh), Holly Navas (Scott) and Sydney Farthing; great grandchildren, Ava and Knox Gibson, Levi and Laken Brock and Zane Navas; sisters-in-law, Pat Payne (Sandy), Kathy Nunamaker (Lawrence), Dottie Peters and Janet Denny; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Harry appreciated all of the healthcare workers that participated in his care, and the family says thank you to them because they are all heroes. The family of Harrison Farthing will receive friends from 12 PM until 1 PM on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at First Presbyterian Church (Elizabethton). A celebration of life will follow at 1 PM with Rev. Dr. Brian Wyatt officiating. A reception will immediately follow.	Fathing, Harrison Hill (13868024)
3674	Harrison Silvers, age 90, Flag Pond, passed away peacefully at the Johnson City Medical Center on Friday, June 4, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of Flag Pond and a son of the late George and Marietta Blankenship Silvers. Harrison was the last of fourteen children and was very thankful for the long life that he had. Harrison was a farmer and cut timber all his life. He was a member of Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church for fifty-six years where he was a Deacon and Elder of the Church. Harrison was a wonderful husband, daddy, and papaw. He loved the Lord and everyone he met. He never met a stranger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-nine cherished years, Rellie Jane Silvers on December 28, 2020; one son, Michael Lester Silvers; one grandson, Seth Price; seven brothers, Grady, Charlie, Elroy, Claude, Offie, Rollie and Freeman Silvers; six sisters, Lula Morrow, Getta Silvers, Beulah Silvers Robinson, Sally Rice, Eunice McIntosh, and Ola Silvers. Harrison leaves behind to cherish his memory, one son, Tim Silvers and wife, Angela of Jonesborough; two daughters: Nancy Price and husband, Victor, Teresa Campbell and husband, Dana all of Erwin; eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, two special brothers-in-law: Horace (Reva) Stockton and Carter (Betty) Stockton; several nieces, nephews and too many special friends to mention also survive. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Tuesday June 8, 2021, at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday June 9, 2021, at the Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Rev. Craig Shelton and Rev. George Rolling will officiate. Music will be provided by Tim Harris and Phyllis Bennett. Committal will follow in the Stockton Cemetery. The following is a tribute from a special friend that perfectly describes Harrison: Today I am saddened to say goodbye to Mr. Harrison Silvers. I met Mr. Harrison not too long after I moved up here. I attended church with him and his wife at a little Presbyterian church close by. Though not long enough, for four years, I had the pleasure of getting to know him. He was a fascinating man in my eyes. He was born in the mountains some 90 years ago. He was raised on the grounds where my cabin stands today. He made his living in the mountains through logging and milling timber. He was a fair and honest businessman who still believed in a handshake and a man's word. He was an awesome historian to me. He would tell me about life in the old days and how they would log with a team of mules. He always talked about coming back up on the "old homeplace" and finding that cold water spring to have one last drink out of. We talked about faith in Christ and the blessings we both have received. He was a Man's man, no doubt. However, he had a kind gentle spirit. He was a man to look up to and a man to admire. He was a man that I am honored to call my friend. Mr. Harrison, I regret we never had the opportunity to locate that spring, but I feel certain that that spring is flowing in heaven for you. Though saddened by your departure, I am happy that you are reunited with your loved ones and that you are at Jesus's side. Farewell my friend till we meet again, I am so grateful for your friendship. Love, Matt	Silvers, Harrison (I88243)
3675	Harrison Taylor ended his earthly travels on Saturday the 12th of August, in Memphis, where he had moved in 2016 to be close to his daughter and her family. Dr. Taylor was a descendant of the storied Tennessee Taylors, the grandson of Governor Alfred A. Taylor, and the youngest son of Ben and Lela (Ramsey) Taylor. He found his calling in the ministry, teaching Bible at Lees-McCrae in Banner Elk, North Carolina, later completing his dissertation on John Calvin at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, Virginia. Over the course of his 92 years, he served in many pastoral capacities, including as minister of St. Andrews Presbyterian church in Beaumont, Texas. He assisted in the efforts of the church to understand the issues of the day as part of the Presbyterian (PCA) General Assembly's Council on Theology and Culture, administered adult education and retreat activities at Mo-Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, and acted as interim minister for numerous far-flung churches during their pastoral search process. In his later years, Harrison returned home to East Tennessee, and most recently lived at Cornerstone Village in Johnson City. A celebration of his life will be held at Jonesborough Presbyterian Church on September 23rd, 2017 at 3 p.m.	Taylor, Benjamin Harrison Jr. (I51259)
3676	HARRISONBURG, VA - Mr. Benjamin Wayne Nelson, age 99, of Harrisonburg, Virginia passed away on December 28, 2022. Benjamin was born in Jonesborough, Tennessee on June 28, 1923, and was the son of the late James Clyde Nelson and Montie Jane Hensley Nelson. He was the second of seven children. After graduating from Lamar High School in Washington County, he became a welder and worked in the Baltimore Shipyard for 2 years before entering the Army in 1944. He served with the Army in the Pacific until 1946. His service included the Southern Philippines Luzon Campaign and the Occupation of Japan. After the war, he graduated in 1950 from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture. He was called back into the Army in 1950 during the Korean conflict and served until 1951. After his second time on active duty with the Army, he began his long career as a civilian with the Department of Defense with posts in many places including New Orleans, Chicago, and Washington DC. He retired from the Department of Defense in 1979. In addition to his parents, Benjamin was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister. He married Sarah Bird Williams in Washington DC, in December 1967. After retirement, they enjoyed spending the winter months at their home in Satellite Beach, Florida, and the summer months at their home in Woodstock, Virginia. They moved to the Sunnyside Retirement Community in Harrisonburg, Virginia in 2013. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one sister, Margaret Louise Nelson Watts of Jonesborough, TN and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 10:00 AM Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Broyles officiating. Graveside Services will follow at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews.	Nelson, Bemjamin Wayne (56032014)
3677	Harry Houston “Bud” White of Lawrenceville, Ga., passed away on April 26, 2021 in Buford, Ga. Harry was a native of Carter County. His parents were Dan and Ollie White of Stoney Creek. Harry graduated from Elizabethton High School in 1948, and entered the U.S. Air Force where he served as a flight radio operator during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and became a telecommunications engineer. He married Jean (Barnes) White, also of Elizabethton, and spent most of the remainder of his life in the Atlanta area. After retiring from the telecommunications industry, Harry joined Admissions and Guest Services at Dollywood Theme Park (Pigeon Forge, Tenn.), where he worked for an additional 18 years before “retiring” again. Harry was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, where he became a 32nd-degree Mason. He served as a Deacon at Mount Carmel Christian Church, Stone Mountain, Ga., for a number of years. He loved reading about the Old West, and made several trips to his favorite place: Yellowstone National Park. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean, and is survived by his two children, Dr. Richard E. White and Sandra J. White, both of Dacula, Ga.; two grandchildren, Gina M. White, Augusta, Ga., and Daniel R. White, Dacula, Ga.; and a sister, Hazel Truman Hester, Lake Mary, Fla. The graveside service and entombment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, April 30, in the Mausoleum of Peace at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Greg Key, minister, officiating.	White, Harry Houston (I82329)
3678	Harry Hugh Kerley, age 87, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 18, 2021. A native of Roan Mountain, TN, he was the son of Tom and Helen Julian Kerley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings and their spouses: Bill and Ruth Kerley, Lawson and Clarene Kerley, Bob and Gloria Kerley, and Betty Lou Kerley Higgins. Mr. Kerley grew up in the Holiness Church of Roan Mountain where he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was a 1952 graduate of Cloudland High School and attended East Tennessee State College. Afterwards, he took the position of farm management of the Hump Mountain, 2,300-acre sheep and cattle operation for his uncle, Oscar Julian. During this time, Harry was named the “Young Farmer of the Year” for Carter County. In the same year, he became office manager of Farm Credit Services, a position he held until retirement. Harry married Josephine Miller of Tiger Valley, and they were to celebrate their 59th wedding anniversary on December 21, 2021. They made their first home in Tiger Valley and were members of Tiger Valley Presbyterian Church. In 1968, they moved to Mountain City and became members of First Baptist Church where he served as deacon and belonged to Dr. John Payne’s Sunday School Class. In addition to his wife, Mrs. Josephine M. Kerley, those left to cherish his memory include his five children and their spouses: Kathy and Dan Osking, Annette and Donald Greer, Brenda and David Arnold, Tom and Donna Kerley, Don and Heidi Kerley. He is survived by ten grandchildren: Ian Osking (Ihla), Justin Osking (Gabrielle), Ashley Casaday (David), Warren Kerley (Bailey), Jake Greer (Montgomery), Will Kerley, Nathan Arnold, Sam Kerley, Shane Greer, and Stacy Greer. He is also survived by three great-grandsons: Finn Osking, Carl Ben Osking, and Grant Kerley and was expecting his first great-granddaughter in February. A sister-in-law, Jean Davis and a brother-in-law, Bill Miller also survive. The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at First Baptist Church, Mountain City from 2:00-4:00 PM with the funeral service to follow with Pastor Ricky Campbell and Pastor Richard Stout officiating. The graveside service and interment will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 22, 2021 at Happy Valley Memorial Park, 2708 Elizabethton Hwy, Johnson City, TN. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews: Steve Kerley, Brad Higgins, Paul Davis, Jimmy Buchanan, Charlie Bowman, Scott Davis, and Floyd Reeser.	Kerley, Harry Hugh (I89035)
3679	Harry Lusk, age 82, of the Spear Community, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 18th, 2014 at Roan Highlands Nursing Center. A native of Avery County, he was a son of the late Ivor and Rita Wise Lusk. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Edna Griffith Lusk who passed away in 2003 and sisters: Beulah Lusk and Muriel McKinney. He was a member of Yellow Mountain Baptist Church. Harry was a Navy Veteran who later owned and operated his own business, Lusk Electric. He loved working on old cars, bluegrass gospel music, hauling junk steel but mostly he enjoyed his grandchildren. Surviving is his daughter, Lori Hicks and husband, Kenny, of Heaton; sons: Mike Lusk and wife, Anne, of Jonesboro, TN, Clay Lusk and girlfriend, Ann Thompson, of Spruce Pine, David Lusk and wife, Sandy, of Spruce Pine and Mark Lusk and wife, Margaret, of Spear; brother, Ray Lusk and wife, Sandy, of Henson Creek; brother-in-law, S.J. Griffith of Morganton; grandchildren: Jeremiah Lusk (Nikki), Pamela Lusk, Christopher Lusk (Carrie), Austin Lusk, Isaiah Lusk, Jessie Stines (Chad), Luke Lusk, John Lusk, Jimmy Lusk (Tabitha), Joshua Lusk (Karen), Gabriel Lusk (Amber) and Savanna Lusk; thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 21st in Yellow Mountain Baptist Church. Rev. Jude Hughes and Rev. Billy McGuire will officiate. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. prior to the funeral service at the church. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday in the Yellow Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery.	Lusk, Harry (I80001)
3680	Harry Matthew Morgan, 88, Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022, at his residence. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late John and Mary Alley Morgan. Harry was a 1951 graduate of Cloudland High School and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was retired from United Diamond Exchange in Bristol. Harry was a member of St. John’s Freewill Baptist Church where he had served as song leader for several years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane Morgan; his first wife, Polly Sue Hobbs Morgan; a grandson, Daniel Gilbert; and three brothers, David Morgan, Wayne Morgan and Jack Morgan. Survivors include his children, Mark (Lisa) Morgan, Bluff City, Kevin (Amy) Gilbert, Bristol, step-daughter, Carrie (Shane) Dugger, Elizabethton, and Lisa (Tom) Long, Nashville; his grandchildren, Conner Morgan and Gwendolyn Fries; his step-grandchildren, Eric Dugger, Isaiah Long and Bethany Long Davis; his sister, June Morgan; and his brothers, W.L. and Roger Morgan. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 15, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Richard Sheppard officiating. Interment will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Military Honors will be provided by Boone Dam 4933.	Morgan, Harry Matthew (I90179)
3681	Harry R. Pearce, 82, 421 Tollett Street, Hampton, died Sunday, December 26, 1999, at the James H. Quillen Veterans Medical Center, Mountain Home, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Pearce was a native of Elizabethton and had lived most of his life in Hampton. He was a son of the late Joseph P. and Mary Brumitt Pearce and was also preceded in death by his first wife, Irene Johnson Pearce, in 1970, a son, Richard "Ricky" Pearce, in 1974, and a granddaughter, Harriett Denise Shepard. Mr. Pearce was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Elizabethton Senior Citizens and a member of Hampton First Baptist Church. PEARCE -- Funeral services for Harry R. Pearce, 82, 421 Tollett Street, Hampton, who died Sunday, will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, with Rev. Haskel Ingram and Rev. James Archer officiating. Music will be under the direction of Mrs. Jennifer Crabtree, soloist, and Mrs. Shelia Woods, pianist. Interment will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Mountain Home National Cemetery.	Pearce, Harry Roscoe (I56335)
3682	Harry Thurman Nave, 79, 1009 DeJarnette Street, Elizabethton, died Friday, Jan. 23, 2004, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Mr. Nave was a retired Elizabethton Chief of Police. Prior to his employment at the police department, he was employed at Pet Dairy. Mr. Nave was hired by the police department in December 1962 and was appointed chief of police in 1976. He retired from the police department in 1984. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of Dashiell Masonic Lodge #622. Mr. Nave was a member, deacon and choir member of the Calvary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Dreama Nave. He was an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Gertrude Proffitt Nave; a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Brenda Nave, Jasper, Ga.; three grandchildren, Tajai Kuhn, Nicki Nave and Natalie Ricci; three great-grandchildren, Stephen, Megan and Kaitlyn; and a sister, Reba Peters, Elizabethton. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday in Memorial Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Joe Sorah officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Monday in Happy Valley Memorial Park, with the Rev. Gale Hartley officiating. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 2:30 p.m. Monday, will be Dan Kuhn, Chris Ricci, Melvin Nave, Wes Frazier, Jim McKinney, Ronnie Nave, C.J. Peters and Darrell Peters. Honorary pallbearers will be Chief Roger Deal, members and former members of the Elizabethton Police Department, Sheriff John Henson, and members and former members of the Carter County Sheriff's Department. An honor guard and graveside honors will be conducted by the Elizabethton Police Department. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Friends may also call at the residence. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 2:30 p.m. Monday to go to the cemetery.	Nave, Harry Thurman (I49167)
3683	Harry was born on October 30, 1905 in the Cobbs Creek community of Johnson County, Tennessee. He was the son of William Isaac and Mary Ellen Pierce McCloud. On August 16, 1930, Harry married Hazel Marie Stout. They had six children: Peggy, Bud, Derl, Jerry, Bill and Jackie. Their first home was located in the Piercetown community of Carter County (near Hazel's family). However, they were forced to move because of the Watauga Dam and Lake project. And, in 1940, they purchased property about a mile away which was located in Johnson County. (The fence was on the Johnson County/Carter County line). Harry re-built the house, and the family moved into it a few months later. All the family were members of Cobbs Creek Baptist Church which was near their home. Harry worked hard to provide for his family during the Great Depression and World War II. He was a farmer, and he also worked for 27 years at North American Rayon/Bemberg in Elizabethton.	McCloud, Harry Shultz (I27990)
3684	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Living (I13514)
3685	Harvey Eugene Odom, 78, of Elizabethton, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2017, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born March 9, 1939 in Banner Elk, N.C., to the late Jason and Geneva Oxendine Odom. Mr. Odom had lived a number of years in Carter County before moving to Florida in 1965. He returned to Elizabethton in 2016. He worked in the Steel Mill and was in Real Estate in Florida. He was an Antique Dealer in Valley Forge and Florida. Mr. Odom was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva Stanley Odom, May 13, 2016; a brother, Leon Odom; and a sister, Lucille Stevens. Survivors include two brothers, Eddie Odom and wife Linda, Elizabethton, and Danny Odom and wife Donna, Elk Park, N.C. Several nieces and nephews also survive.	Odom, Harvey Eugene (I55597)
3686	Has Alzheimers and is in a nursing home in Ft. Worth, TX.	Reeder, Novice (I15237)
3687	Hascal's brothers Martin and William are living with him in the 1910 Carter County, TN Census.	Bowers, Hascal (I36637)
3688	Haskel Douglas "Sonny" Laws, 80, of Butler, passed away Friday, June 26, 2015, at his residence with his family and his dog by his side. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Haskel Warren and Marie Saville Laws. Mr. Laws served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, serving in the occupational forces as a Tank Commander. He received the rank of Sgt. Mr. Laws was a former truck driver and a carpenter. His hobbies were working in his woodwork shop, walking his dog and going to his great-grandson's football games. He was a member of Elk River Baptist Church and the American Legion, Mountain City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Paul, Bill, Bob and Benny Laws, and a son-in-law, Johnny Vines. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Mary Jo Main Laws; three children, Sharon Asher and husband Wesley, Elizabethton, Sheila Woods and husband Roger, Hampton, and Sonya Hardin, Knoxville; five grandchildren, Brandy Trivett and husband Greg, Kristal Andrews and husband Greg, Samantha Meyer and husband Scott, Douglas Joseph "D.J." Oliver and wife Whitney and John Wesley Hardin II; eight great-grandchildren, Jared, Kaleigh, Hannah, Bryceon, Shaelynn, Chayse, Dylan and Samson; a brother and sister-in-law, Bud and Loretta Laws, Mountain City; a sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Bud Whitehead, Johnson City; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion, his dog "Lucky." Funeral services for Haskel Douglas "Sonny" Laws will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Brian Cable and the Rev. Charles Cable officiating. Music will be provided by Kristal and Greg Andrews. Graveside services and interment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, in the Lakeview Cemetery. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at noon Wednesday, will be Roger Woods, Wes Asher, Greg Trivett, Greg Andrews, Scott Meyer, D.J. Oliver, Wesley Hardin and Jared Andrews. Honorary pallbearers will be Bud Laws, Paul Campbell, George White and Bobby "Buzz" White. Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Caris Hospice, especially Calamity Jane "Teresa," Sarah and Ginger, for the excellent care he received.	Laws, Haskel Douglas "Sonny Boy" (I42390)
3689	Hasty was a negro slave of Samuel DeLoach and Jerusha DeLoach. She was bequeathed to their daughter Lucretia "Tracy" DeLoach Spicer and later sold to the Smith family. JAMES INGRAM et al. v. HENRY F. SMITH et al. Nashville, December, 1858. 1. WILL– CONSTRUCTION-PER STIRPES AND PER CAPITA. The testator's will contained the following clause: "I give and bequeath to my daughter, Tracy Spicer, during her natural life, two negroes, Daniel and Hasty, which negroes, after her death, and the death of her husband, I give, to be equally divided between the heirs of my son Jesse, and daughter Polly Ingram." By the proper construction of this clause, the remainder created goes equally to the heirs of the son and daughter named, who take per capita, and not per stirpes. 2. SAME-SAME – PERSONS ANSWERING THE DESCRIPTION AT THE TIME THE RIGHT ACCRUES WILL TAKE.. In order to give effect to the bequest to the heirs of the son and daughter, it is not necessary that they should have had children at the time of the exe cution of the will. It is sufficient, and the bequest is valid, if there are persons to answer to the description when it is to take effect. 3. STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS-POSSESSION AS BETWEEN BAILOR AND BAILEE – RuLE IN NORTH CAROLINA. The transactions involved in this suit were in North Carolina, and the rights of the parties are governed by the laws of that State. It is settled there, that if a parent puts property in the possession of a child who has left, or is about to leave, the parent, such property is presumed to be given and not loaned to the child; and pur chasers and creditors can subject it to their claims, whatever may have been the private understanding of the parties. But this is a presumption of fact and not of law. There fore, between the parties and all others who cannot impute either legal or actual fraud to the transaction, the true character of the act may be shown. And if the loan is estab lished as a matter of fact, the statute of limitations will also operate upon the husband's possession, although he had sold some of the negroes as his own, and notwithstanding his declarations that he held for himself. He cannot, by his own act, throw off his char acter of bailee. 4. Ev1DENCE – CHANCERY PRACTICE – ExCEPTIONS TO EVIDENCE AND ExHIBITs. Objec tions made to the reading of evidence and exhibits in the court below must be clear and specific, that the opposite party may have the opportunity of curing the defect, if it be one, and not be taken by surprise when that opportunity can no longer be had. 5. SAME-SAME-SAME-CASE IN JUDGMENT. The bill of exceptions shows that the copy of the will was objected to on the trial "because not authenticated according to law," and "because the said paper had not been filed in court according to law." The precise character of the objections is not stated, but in argument it was urged that the certificate of the clerk is insufficient for want of a seal, and the exhibit was filed during the term at which the cause was tried, and without the one day's notice required by the nineteenth rule of Chancery Practice. Held, that the objections are not sufficiently specific— that it does not appear that either of them were made, or could have been made, in the court below, and they cannot avail the party in this court. 6. SAME-SAME– ADMission IN THE ANSWER. If an exhibit is objected to as evidence, and the objection erroneously overruled in the court below, yet, if the material part of said exhibit is copied into the answer, and admitted to be true, the objection cannot avail the party, as he is bound by his answer. T. SAME-WITNESS – COMPETENCY – RELEASE. The husband and wife, who have con veyed slaves, are incompetent witnesses in a contest between the purchasers from them, or their assignees, and remaindermen, unless a release is given them. Such release, to 232INGRAM v. SMITH. 412– 414 be effectual, must be executed by all the parties in interest, or by all who may have a claim upon them upon their covenants. [Cited in Green v. Starves, 1 Heisk. 586; see, now, Code § 3813, c.] 8. CHANCERY PRACTICE-DECREE FOR DEFENDANTS. It is the settled law of the Court of Chancery that a decree may be made between co-defendants, grounded upon the plead ings and proof between complainant and defendants, and founded upon and connected with the subject-matter in litigation between the complainant and one or more of the defendants. Such decrees are made to prevent a multiplicity of suits. [Cited in the dissenting opinion of Andrews, J., in La Grange and Memphis R. Co. v. Rainey, 7 Coldw. 457. And see 1 Sneed, 87.] FROM WILSON. [412] This cause was heard before Chancellor Ridley, at the Janu ary term, 1858. The defendants appealed. The facts are fully stated in the opinion of the court. . [413] Stokes, Marshall, Golladay, and Tarver, for the complainants; J. S. Brien, Ewing, Martin and Guild, for the defendants. W. F. Cooper, special J., delivered the opinion of the court. The original bill in this case was filed on the 5th day of February, 1848, by Samuel Ingram and others, the children of Polly Ingram, against Alfred McClain, Joseph Smith, J. M. Smith, and Henry F. Smith, to attach certain slaves in the possession of the defendants, and to have the complainants' rights therein declared and protected. The bill states that the complainants claim under the will of Samuel De loach, of Johnston county, in the State of North Carolina, bearing date the 29th day of October, 1805, and duly proved and admitted to record in the Probate Court of said county after his death. That complainants have a duly certified copy of said will in Arkansas, where they reside, and will file the same as soon as it can be done in this cause. That the testator, by his said will, bequeaths two negroes, Daniel and Hasty, to his daughter Lucretia, or Tracy Spicer, for life, and after her death and that of her husband, Wm. Spicer, to be equally divided between the heirs of the testator's daughter, Polly Ingram, and of his son, Jesse Deloach. The bill further alleges, that Wm. Spicer and his wife, Tracy, are still living. That some years before Wm. Spicer had sold the negro woman Hasty to George Smith, who purchased with a [414] knowledge of complainants' rights; that George Smith had since died; that the de fendant, Henry F. Smith, had Hasty and several of her descendants in his possession; that defendant, Joseph Smith, had Emeline, a daughter of Hasty, and several children of Judy, in his possession. The bill prays that the negroes be attached, that defendants be enjoined from re moving or disposing of them, that complainants' rights in remainder be declared, etc. The defendants, McClain and Henry F. Smith, file separate answers, in which each admits that he has seen a paper purporting to be a copy of the records of the County Court of Johnston county, North Carolina, 233414– 416 HEAD's REPORTS. of the last will and testament of Samuel Deloach, deceased, bearing date the 29th of October, 1805, and containing a clause, quoted in the answers, which is identical with the clause of the bill under which com plainants claim, as hereinafter given, except that the name of Hester is applied to one of the negroes instead of Hasty. Both answers further admit that the said copy purports to be duly certified by the clerk of the County Court of Johnston county, North Carolina, and that the defend ants "suppose the will was duly proven and admitted to record." The answers further admit that George Smith purchased from Wm. Spicer, about the year 1820, the woman Hasty, and perhaps two children. That George Smith died about 1833, and Hasty and her increase were divided among his distributees. Alfred McClain admits that he is in possession of Judy, a daughter of Hasty, and her children, having purchased [415] them from his co-defendant, James M. Smith, to whom they had been allotted in the distribution of George Smith's estate. Henry F. Smith admits that he is in possession of Hasty and nine of her children. Hasty and three of her children he bought from Ross Webb, the hus band of his sister Martha Smith, to whom they had been allotted in the division of George Smith's estate. One of Hasty's children he bought from Samuel Smith, his brother, to whom he was allotted. The other children were born after he bought Hasty. Both of these defendants insist that Wm. Spicer acquired a title to the negroes Daniel and Hasty, by gift from Samuel Deloach, of Jenny, the mother of said Daniel and Hasty, or, by virtue of the statute of limitations, operating on the pos session of said Jenny before the will of 1805 was made, and that, con sequently, no right to such slaves passed under the will. Both defend ants also deny that George Smith purchased with knowledge of com plainants' claim – Henry F. Smith stating that he was present when his father made the trade. Both defendants also insist that all necessary parties are not before the court. That the heirs of Jesse Deloach should be made parties. And for the omission to do so, they claim the same benefit as if the objection had been made by demurrer. The defendant, James M. Smith, files an answer denying that he has then, or ever has had the slave Lewis in his possession; and no further proceedings are had against him. No proceedings seem to have been taken at all against Joseph Smith. But on the 27th day of April, 1849, the complainants file an amended bill against Wm. H. Evans, charging that he has Emeline, [416] a daughter of Hasty, in his possession. Evans answers, and admits that he claims the negro Emeline, in right of his wife, who acquired her as one of the children of James Williamson, deceased, who acquired his claim in right of his wife, as one of the children and distributees of George Smith, deceased, and in the divis ion of the negroes belonging to that estate. The answer further admits, that "since the filing of the bill, respondent has understood that said 234INGRAM v. SMITH. 416– 418 Emeline is a daughter of a women named Hasty, who belonged, or was claimed to belong, to the estate of the late George Smith, deceased." He denies all personal knowledge of other matters alleged in the bill, but refers to and adopts the answers of McClain and Henry F. Smith. On the 1st of March, 1852, upon an order of the court to that effect, the complainants file an amended and supplemental bill " against the children and heirs of Jesse Deloach, to wit, Samuel Deloach, John De loach, Wm. Deloach, and C. Deloach, of Adams county, Mississippi." The bill adds: "There may be other children of said Jesse, whose names and particular residences are unknown to complainants; but the above named are all complainants can get any certain knowledge of." The bill prays the court "to cause the children and heirs of the said Jesse Deloach to be made defendants; that publication be made, as pro vided by the rules of this court in case of non-resident defendants, and that the relief sought in the original bill be granted." At the April Rules, 1853, a pro confesso order was taken in the master's office, "as to the defendants, heirs of Jesse Deloach," reciting that publication had been regularly made as to them. [417] On the 18th of June, 1856, the complainants file another amended and supplemental bill against Henry Smith, George K. Rob ertson, administrator of Alfred McClain, deceased, and Wm. H. Evans, in which they allege the filing of the original bill, and of the amended bill, "for the purpose of bringing before the court the children and heirs of Jesse Deloach, who are interested in the remainder in said slaves," and add: "This amended bill not having been answered, has been regularly taken for confessed." The bill proceeds to state that Wm. Spicer and wife have recently departed this life, and that complainants are now en titled to the negroes in dispute, and prays that the parties above named be made defendants, and required to answer. Each of these defendants does answer, admitting the filing of the original and amended bills as stated, and for the purposes alleged, admitting the death of Spicer and wife, and referring to and relying on the former answers. Proof was taken on both sides, and the cause was finally heard by Chancellor Ridley, at the January term, 1858, of the Chancery Court at Lebanon, who gave a decree in favor of complainants, and ordered the defendants, Smith, Robertson administrator, and Evans, to deliver the negroes in their respective possession to the clerk and master of the court, and directed an account to be taken of the hire since the death of Spicer and wife; from which decree the defendants Smith, Robertson administrator, and Evans prayed and obtained an appeal to this Court. The complainants claim under the will of Samuel Deloach. The will, as has been stated, was not before [418] the draftsmen of the bill when drawn, but the complainants undertake to file a certified copy as soon as 235418, 419 HEAD'S REPORTS. it can be done. The transcript of the record before us contains a copy of said will immediately following the original bill, and marked as ex hibit A, thereto. This copy is duly eertified by the clerk of the Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions of Johnston county, North Carolina, pur porting to be "under his hand and seal of office," although no scroll or seal appears in the transcript. The authentication of the clerk is ac companied by the certificate of the chairman of the Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions, to the official character of the clerk, and the faith and credit due to his official acts, and this, again, is followed by the certifi cate of the clerk to the official character, etc., of the chairman. These certificates bear date the 7th and 8th of May, 1848. At the hearing of the cause before the Chancellor, the defendants objected to the reading of the will in question, "because not authenticated according to law," and "because the said paper had not been filed in court according to law." The Chancellor overruled the objections, and permitted the copy to be read, and the defendants tendered their bill of exceptions, which was signed accordingly. The objections are manifestly too gen eral, and cannot avail the defendants under the rulings of this court. It has been repeatedly held, that the objections made to the reading of evidence and exhibits in the court below must be clear and specific, and this, for the obvious reason that the opposite party may have the op portunity of curing the defect if it be one, and not be taken by surprise when that opportunity can no longer be had. It is now urged that the certificate of [419] the clerk is insufficient for want of a seal, and that the exhibit was filed during the term at which the cause was heard, with out the one day's notice required by the 19th Chancery Rule. It does not appear from the bill of exceptions that either of these ex ceptions was made, or could have been made, in the court below. Neither objection can now avail without showing, by bill of exceptions, that it was distinctly taken in the court below; and the absence of the seal in the transcript must be considered as a mere clerical omission. Moreover, under the pleadings and proof, the defendants would not be benefitted by the exclusion of the copy of the will objected to. The an swers, as we have seen, admit the existence of the will of Samuel De loach, "duly proved and admitted to record," and that it contains a clause identical with that upon which the complainants rely, except that one of the negroes therein mentioned is designated by the name of Hes ter instead of Hasty. The proof is conclusive that the testator had no such slave as Hester, and that the negroes devised to his daughter Tracy, were the two children of Jenny, as to whose names there is no discrep ancy in the testimony. The defendants themselves admit that Hasty was the daughter of Jenny, and insist that Wm. Spicer, under whom they claim a good title to Hasty, by virtue of a gift to him of Jenny, by Samuel Deloach. We have no doubt, therefore, that these prelim 236INGRAM 27. SMITH. 419– 421 inary objections are merely formal, and do not affect the merits of the controversy. The clause in Samuel Deloach's will upon which the complainants rely, is as follows: "I give and bequeath to my daughter Tracy Spicer, [420] during her natural life, two negroes, Daniel and Hasty, which negroes, after her death, and the death of her husband, I give to be equally divided be tween the heirs of my son Jesse and daughter, Polly Ingram." The first objection made to the complainants' claim under this clause, is, that Daniel and Hasty were the children of a negro slave named Jenny. That Jenny had been given to Wm. Spicer and wife, many years before the making of this will; that Spicer had acquired a title to Jenny and had actually sold her before the will was made; and the testator had, in fact, had no right to Jenny's children when he thus undertook to be queath them. On the other hand, it is insisted that Jenny was not given, but only loaned to his daughter by the said Samuel Deloach, and that no length of possession by the husband and wife, nnder the laws of North Corolina, would turn the loan into a gift. That the sale of Jenny was with the as sent of the testator, and that the testator did actually own Daniel and Hasty at his death. These occurrences having all taken place in the State of North Carolina, among parties then living in that State, the rights of the parties must depend upon the local law applied to the facts as developed in the record. The questions of law involved have been repeatedly passed upon by the courts of North Carolina, and are not, in reality, seriously controverted. "It has long been settled," says Henderson, J., in Collier v. Poe, 1 Dev. Eq. 56, "by the decisions of our courts, that if a parent puts prop erty into the possession of a child who has left, or is about to leave the parent, such property is presumed to be given, and [421] not loaned to the child, and, therefore, purchasers and creditors have subjected it to their claims, whatever may have been the private understanding of the parties. But this is a presumption of fact and not of law. Clearly there fore, between the parties, and all others who cannot impute either legal or actual fraud to the transaction, the true character of the act may be shown. It was also held in that case, that if the loan was established as a mat ter of fact, the statute of limitations would not operate upon husband's possession, although he had sold some of the negroes as his own, and notwithstanding his declarations that he held for himself. He could not, by his own act, throw off his character of bailee. These principles have been repeatedly laid down by the court of last resort in North Car olina, upon parol bailments of slaves, prior to their act of 1806. Mitch ell v. Cleves, 2 Hayw., 126; Dameron v. Clay, 2 Dev. Eq. 17; Hill v. 237422– 423 HEAD's REPORTs. Hughes, 1 Dev. & B. 336; Green v. Harris, 3 Ired. 210. Accord ingly, a continuous possession by the husband of twenty years in Collier v. Poe, and of over forty years in Green v. Harris, was held in sufficient to vest title in him, although in each case the husband publicly claimed the negroes, and disposed of some of them. An actual demand by the bailor, and a refusal by the bailee, was considered necessary to establish an adverse holding upon which the statute of limitations could operate. With these principles before us, there can be little difficulty in settling the rights of the parties upon the facts of this case. It is shown that Wm. Spicer intermarried with Tracy Deloach, then only fourteen years of age, about the year 1790, against the wishes of the [422] father, Samuel Deloach, and by a clandestine marriage. Spicer and wife resided, after the marriage, in the same county with Samuel Deloach, and a few miles distant. Deloach seems never to have had any friendly feelings for his son-in-law, who was inclined to be dissipated and improvident. But not long after the marriage, the negro Jenny, then a small girl, was de livered into the possession of Tracy Spicer by her father, and carried home by her. Jenny remained in the possession of Spicer and wife un til she had three children, Daniel, Hasty, and Sarah. Some eight or nine years after the marriage, Deloach moved to Johnston county, some eighty miles from his former residence. In 1804, Wm. Spicer sold Jenny and her youngest child, Sarah, to one Byrant, and purchased a small tract of land with the proceeds. After Deloach's removal to Johnston county, it appears from the testimony of at least one witness on behalf of the complainants, and one on behalf of the defendants, that Daniel and Hasty were, for a short time, in the possession of Samuel Deloach, and were again bought back by Mrs. Spicer. The will was made on the 29th of October, 1805; shortly after which testator died. About the year 1810, Spicer and wife removed to Wilson county, in this State, where they continued to reside up to their death. They brought with them Daniel and Hasty, and retained them and Hasty's increase until the sale of Hasty and her children to George Smith, about 1820, and of Daniel to one McGregor, about 1827. There is no proof as to the circumstances of the delivery of Jenny to Tracy Spicer by her father, except the testimony of Tracy Spicer and her husband, [423] Wm. Spicer. Their depositions were taken in be half of the defendants, and are excepted to by the complainants upon the ground of the incompetency of these witnesses to tetify. It is con ceded by the defendants' counsel, that these witnesses would be incom petent under the decisions of the court (Burke v. Clark, 2 Swan, 310) without a release; but it is insisted that sufficient releases have been ex ecuted, and they refer to the releases of Henry F. Smith, A. McClain, and Ross Webb, exhibited in the transcript. It is very obvious, how 238INGRAM ty. SMITH. 423– 425 ever, from the recital of facts already given, that these releases are not sufficient. There is no release from the defendant, Wm. H. Evans, who has one of the slaves in his possession, nor from some of the distribu tees of the estate of George Smith, deceased, who received Hasty and some of her children as such distributees; nor from the personal repre sentative of George Smith. If it were necessary, therefore, we should be compelled to hold that the witnesses were not competent, and to ex clude their testimony. In truth, however, upon a careful examination of the depositions of these witnesses, we are satisfied that they make out a case in favor of the complainants, and render that clear, which, in the absence of their evidence, would be somewhat doubtful. Both of these witnesses state roundly, upon their examination in chief, that the negro, Jenny, was given to them by Samuel Deloach, shortly after the marriage, and that they continued ever afterwards to claim them as their own. But both witnesses, upon cross-examination, state facts which demonstrate the incorrectness of their previous mere conclusion. Wm. Spicer [424] states distinctly that he was not pres ent when the negro, Jenny, was delivered to his wife, and that he never had any conversation with Deloach about the girl Jenny, either before or after such delivery. He further admits, that when he sold Jenny to Bryant, he gave him a bill of sale, but Bryant having heard that there would be a dispute about it, he went to see old man Deloach, who signed the bill of sale. Mrs. Spicer testifies that when her father deliv ered Jenny to her, "he told me to take the girl, go along home with her, and make her wait upon me." This is the only proof of a gift in the entire record; and it is hardly necessary to say that such language would not constitute an absolute gift of the title of a slave under any system of laws, and certainly not under the North Carolina decisions. Nor is there any evidence to show acts of ownership, on the part of Wm. Spicer, with the knowledge of Deloach, inconsistent with the title of the latter, except the sale of Jenny and her youngest child Sarah, to which he gave his express assent, doubtless for the reason that the proceeds were to be invested in a tract of land, as a home for his daughter. The discrepancies in the testimony of Spicer and wife, and the positive proof of numerous witnesses contradicting them in mate rial points, satisfy us that little weight can be given to their statements. But, upon the point as to whether the slave Jenny was given or loaned, we have no hesitation in saying that the facts deposed to by them con stitute only a loan, and that they state no other facts inconsistent with a continuation of the relation of bailor and bailee up to the death of Samuel Deloach. Excluding the depositions of Spicer and wife, the [425] evidence is entirely satisfactory that the negro Jenny was received and held as a 239425, 426 HEAD's REPORTs. loan. At least one witness on each side establish the fact that the pos session of the negroes was resumed by Samuel Deloach shortly before his death, doubtless for the purpose of establishing his ownership. The evidence is conclusive that, after the removal to Tennessee, Spicer and wife repeatedly and almost invariably, when the subject was mentioned in their presence, admitted that they had only a life-estate. It is in proof by one witness that he read over to them Deloach's will, including the clause upon which the complainants' rights depend, and they did not deny its validity. It is, also, very conclusively shown that the fact was generally known in Wilson county that they had only a life-interest, and that George Smith, who was a constable in the county, was aware of the fact at the time of his purchase. In fact it was admitted by counsel, that the defendants could not protect themselves under the plea of a bona fide purchaser for value and without notice, even if this were a case for the application of the principles. Upon the whole, we are very clear that the title to Daniel and Hasty was in Samuel Deloach at his death, and, consequently, that the legatees in remainder took a valid interest under the clause quoted. It is argued on behalf of the defendants that the will gives the re mainder in the negroes to Polly Ingram, and not to her heirs in connec tion with the heirs of Jesse Deloach. No authority is referred to in sup port of this construction, nor can any, we presume, be found. The in tention of the testator is too clear to admit of doubt that the remainder should go equally to the heirs of his son [426] and daughter named. Similar clauses have repeatedly come before the courts, and particularly the courts of North Carolina, and have always been so construed. Buellock v. Buellock, 2 Dev. Eq. 307; Ward v. Stowe, 2 id. 309; Seay v. Winston, 7 Humph. 472. It was, also, urged in argument, that the bequest was not effective, inasmuch as it did not appear that either Jesse Deloach or Polly Ingram had any children at the date of the will; that an examination of the authorities would show, that whenever the word heirs was construed, in such cases, to mean children, it would be found that there was a child in existence at the date of the will to answer the description. No authority was cited to sustain the distinctinction suggested, nor do we see, that either in principle or upon authority, the existence of children at the time of the execution of the will, is at all material, if there are persons to answer the description when the bequest is to take effect. Besides, even if the rule were as contended for, it would not alter the result. It might be conceded, that in order to construe the word "heirs," as meaning children, a child must be in existence when the will is made, yet the only effect would be, in the absence of such child, to construe the word heirs, as meaning heirs proper as to realty, and next of kin as to personalty; and taken, if children were in existence when the bequest 240INGRAM 27. SMITH. 426-428 took effect, they would take as such heirs and next of kin. The word heirs, as was decided by this court in Ward v. Saunders, 3 Sneed, 387– 391, "is flexible, and may mean next of kin, or heir at law, according to the nature of the property given." To the same effect are the North Carolina authorities. Simms [427] v. Garrot, 1 Dev. and B. Eq. 393; Bryant v. Scott, ib. 156. These authorities also hold, that a bequest of slaves to A for life, with remainder to the lawful heirs of B, when it appears from the will that B is living, is tantamount to a bequest to the children of B; and is to be divided among those who shall be in esse at the death of the first taker. See also, Jourdan v. Greer, 2 Dev. Eq. 270. It appears from the will of Samuel Deloach, that both Jesse Deloach and Polly Ingram were then living, for specific bequests are given to each. It is, also, now definitely settled in that State, after some conflict among the cases, that in a bequest, as in this cause, to the heirs of two persons, the persons answering the description when the bequest takes effect, take per capita, and not per stirpes. Bryant v. Scott, 1 Dev. & B. Eq. 156; Ward v. Stowe, 2 Dev. Eq. 509. These conclu sions are in consonance with general rules of construction, and with our OWn CaSeS. There remains only one point to be disposed of. It is insisted, that the relief granted in this case can only extend to the complainants, and cannot include the defendants, the heirs of Jesse Deloach. We do not think so. It is the settled law of the Court of Chancery, that a decree may be made between co-defendants, grounded upon the pleadings and proof between the complainant and defendants, and founded upon, and connected with the subject matter in litigation between the complainant and one or more of the defendants; and it is the constant practice of the court to make such decrees, to prevent multiplicity of suits. Chum ley v. Dunsanay and others, 2 Sch. and Lef. 710; Elliott v. Pell, 1 Paige, [428] 268; Gentry v. Gentry, 1 Sneed, 87. The fact that the defendants, on whose behalf the decree is sought, have been brought before the court by publication, can make no difference. The mode in which parties are brought into court, is regulated by the law of every country, and within the territorial jurisdiction of that country, the de cree will be effectual. Whatever may be the extra-territorial effect of . the decree, the parties who are actually, in the eye of the law, in court, must have their rights acted upon. This is more particularly the case when, as in the present instance, the defendants are jointly interested with the complainants in personal property, the subject matter of the litigation. The original defendants very properly objected to the want of proper parties, because the heirs of Jesse Deloach were not before the court, and they cannot now be heard to say that the rights of these parties, brought in at their own instance, shall not be acted upon. It is suggested that the heirs of Jesse Deloach may have renounced WOL. I. HEAD. P 241428-430 HEAD'S REPORTS. their right under their grandfather's will to these negroes, or may not now choose to claim them. If the renunciation referred to, had been made, the defendants in possession of the negroes, were at liberty to show it, and would have had all the benefit, as upon a personal service of process upon the children of Jesse Deloach. If the said children decline to come forward and take any benefit under this decree, it will, unquestionably, inure to the benefit of their co-defendants. The com plainants are only entitled with the children of Jesse Deloach, to an equal division, per capita, of the negroes. If any child declines or fails to take his share, it will remain with the defendants now in possession. It appears [429] from the amended bill of the complainants filed to bring the heirs of Jesse Deloach before the court, that all of these heirs are probably not named. Under the construction put upon this will in the Chancellor's decree, and in this opinion, it is not possible to ascertain the precise interest of the complainants, without first ascertain ing the number of the heirs of Jesse Deloach entitled to take at the death of the tenants for life. In this view, it will be necessary to modify the decree of the Chancellor, and remand the cause for further proceed ings. The children of Jesse Deloach and Polly Ingram, living at the death of the last surviving of the tenants for life, will take the slaves to dis pute per capita. They will be entitled to a division of the slaves, if it can be made among them. If not, the parties would be entitled to a sale for division. Should the children of Jesse Deloach fail to come forward and claim their share of the negroes, and should a division of the negroes be impracticable, we think, it would be proper and just to ascertain, by reference to the master, the interest of the complainants in the negroes held, by each of the defendants, and to allow such de fendant to pay the same into court, or secure the same to be paid in such time as might be deemed reasonable, and to vest the defendants with a good title to the interests thus paid for. The defendants in possession of the slaves, must account for hire since the complainants' rights ac crued, upon the principles here laid down, all proper allowances for taxes, medical bills, etc., being made them. The entire costs of the cause will be paid out of the hire, as aforesaid, the appellants and their sureties, in the meantime, [430] paying the costs of this court, for which they shall be allowed a credit in taking the account ordered. With these modifications, the decree of the Chancellor is affirmed. 242	Smith, Hasty (I78215)
3690	HATHAWAY, R. B. (Mrs.) "Elizabethton Star," Tuesday, February 24, 1948 MRS. R. B. HATHAWAY Mrs. R. B. Hathaway, 72, of Valley Forge, died at her home Monday evening at 11:00 o'clock after a short illness. Mrs. Hathaway was a member of the Methodist Church at Valley Forge. She was the daughter of the late David T. and Nancy Grindstaff Chambers. Her son, Carroll Hathaway, preceded her in death on July 21, 1943. Survivors are her widower; three daughters, Mrs. Anna Campbell of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Mattie Shaw of Lincoln, Neb., Mrs. Jewette Riddle of Elizabethton; five sons, Mack, Hobert, Abraham, Edgar and Cale of Elizabethton; one sister, Mrs. Alice Garrison of Elizabethton; four brothers, D. M. Chambers of Johnson City, Win A., William and Blaine Chambers of Elizabethton; 18 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The body will be returned home Tuesday afternoon. Roy Hathaway Funeral Home is in charge. HATHAWAY, R. B. (Mrs.) "Elizabethton Star," Wednesday, February 25, 1948 MRS. R. B. HATHAWAY Mrs. R. B. Hathaway, 71, died at her home in Valley Forge Monday evening at 11:00 o'clock after a short illness. Mrs. Hathaway was a member of the Methodist Church at Valley Forge. She was the daughter of the late David T. and Nancy Grindstaff Chambers. Mrs. Hathaway was married to Butler Hathaway September 3, 1893. Her son, Carroll preceded her in death July 25, 1943. Survivors include her widower, R. Butler Hathaway; three daughters, Mrs. Ina Campbell Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Mattie Shaw, Lincoln, Neb., and Mrs. Juette Riddle of Elizabethton; five sons, Mack, Hobart, Abraham, Edgar and Cale of Elizabethton; one sister, Mrs. Alice Garrison; four brothers, D. M. Chambers of Johnson City, Win A.; William and Blaine Chambers, Elizabethton; 18 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 3:30 from the Methodist Church at Valley Forge with the Rev. Raymond Geisler in charge assisted by the Rev. Stockton and the Rev. Farrell Sparks. Burial will be made in Chambers Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be the following nephews of the deceased: Hugh Jenkins, Roy Meredith, Carl Garrison, Hugh Chambers, Ray Chambers, D. M. Chambers Jr., Charlie Suess, Monroe Stevens. Flower bearers will be the nieces and Ladies Sunday School Class of the Valley Forge Methodist Church and are requested to be at the church at 3:00. Honorary pallbearers will be: Steve Burnette, John Stout, Abe Little, Rufus Green, Charles N. Watson, Leon Cardwell, Sam Campbell, Ben Allen , P. P. Bain, Eugene Morrell, Dr. W. G. Frost, Dr. E. L. Caudill Jr, Dr. John Knapp, and all her friends and neighbors in the community. The body will be taken to the church at 2:30 to lie in state one hour before the service. Roy Hathaway Funeral Home is in charge.	Chambers, Minerva (I1613)
3691	Hattie Louise Goins, 83, died Friday, May 30, 2008. She was a member of the Cumberland Heights Seventh-Day Adventist Church. She was born in Church Hill, Tenn., on April 12, 1925 to Sterns and Gerdie Thacker Bombailey. S he married Clinton Goins who preceded her in death along with her sister, Mattie Hensley; brothers, Billy Ray, Tillman and Eugene Bombailey. She is survived by her son, Jerry (Marjorie) Goins, Chattanooga; daughter, Patricia (Chuck) Brainerd, Zephyrhills, Fla.; sisters, Norma Jean Marshall, Church Hill, Tenn., Fay Green, Baltimore, Md.; brothers, Howard and Albert Bombailey, Church Hill, Tenn.; aunt, Dovie Ramey, Church Hill; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Cumberland Heights Seventh-Day Church with Pastor Clyde Leeds officiating with burial to follow in the Cumberland Heights Cemetery. Visitation 4-6 p.m. today at Layne Funeral Home, Palmer, Tenn.	Bombailey, Hattie Louise (I33899)
3692	Have copy of marriage license.	Highsmith, Nettie Lee (I20760)
3693	HAYWOOD COUNTY TENNESSEE --ABSTRACTS OF WILL BOOK I p. 155-161 Acct. of sale of estate of William Holmes, 12/19/1834, Jno. Fisackley Adm. Purchasers: include- COXEN C. DELOACH; S.W. DELOACH and JOSIAH DELOACH	DeLoach, William R. (I17167)
3694	Hazel and Henry were divorced and remarried in 1949.	Family: Henry Raymond Cole / Hazel Gertrude DeLoach (F849)
3695	Hazel Belle Stevens, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 25, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was under the care of Hospice of Mitchell County and the family wishes to express their appreciation for their care and support. Born October 20, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Garrett and Mary Greene Garland. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joe Stevens; a son, Charles Lee Stevens Sr; a grandson, Charles Lee Stevens Jr; two brothers, Malone Garland and Roy Garland; two sisters, Viola Masters and Nellie Yelton. She was a member of Fork Mountain Church of the Lord Jesus Christ. She worked at Hampshire Hosiery for 17 years while being a homemaker to her family. Survivors include her son, Joey Stevens of Spruce Pine; grandsons, Jody Stevens and Jamie Stevens of Spruce Pine; granddaughter, Jerry Howell of Green Mountain; great granddaughter, Brittney Howell of Green Mountain and Sarah Ellis of Bakersville; great granddaughter, Jadyn Ellis of Bakersville; sisters, Fairy Carver of Dover, PA, and Shirley Yelton of Finksburg, MD, brothers; Cecil Garland and Ernest Garland of Johnson City, TN, and Nattie Garland of Glenn Rock, PA; and several nieces and nephews.	Garland, Hazel Belle (I72640)
3696	Hazel F. Lewis, age 98, of Lincolnton, NC passed away on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. She was born on June 17, 1920, in Avery County, NC, a daughter of the late Sherman Franklin and the late Rosa Calhoun Franklin. She was preceded in death by her Parents; Husband: Virgil Lewis; five Brothers and four Sisters. Hazel was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend. She was great all around. She was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed gardening and cooking. She also enjoyed listening to gospel music. Hazel leaves behind to cherish her memory her Children: Janelle Carver of High Shoals, NC, Charles Lewis of Lincolnton, NC; Grandson: Keith (Susan) Carver of Lincolnton, NC; Grandson: Doug (Candi) Carver of Stanley, NC; Great-Grandson: Joshua Carver of Lincolnton, NC; Great-Granddaughter: Brittany (Tyler) Jones of Gastonia, NC; Great-Granddaughter: Alexis Carver of Lincolnton, NC; Great-Granddaughter: Cami Carver of Stanley, NC; Great-Granddaughter: Gabby Carver of Stanley, NC; Great-Great Granddaughter: Kendal Pasour of Stanley, NC. Services for Hazel Lewis will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019, from the Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, with Rev. Junior Carver officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday up until the service hour at 6 p.m. at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Fork Mountain Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Wednesday Feb. 27, 2019.	Franklin, Hazel F. (I69212)
3697	Hazel Grindstaff Carlisle, age 95, of 170 Creekbank Road, Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Hazel was born in Elizabethton to the late Noah Luther Grindstaff and Goldia Taylor Davis. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bob” Carlisle; two brothers, William Clay Grindstaff and Roy Luther Grindstaff; and a sister, Grace Grindstaff. Hazel retired as a nurse and was licensed in six states. She was an Assistant Director of Nursing at Regency/ Life Care Nursing Home and loved her tenure in geriatric nursing. Hazel was the oldest member of Stoney Creek Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher, chairman of the food committee and a member of the choir. Hazel was the last surviving member of the Unaka High School Class of 1945. She was a 67-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star Sycamore #163 and the Julius Dugger Daughters of the American Revolution. She enjoyed sewing, family, church, grandchildren, traveling and reading. Those left to cherish Hazel’s many wonderful memories and legacy include her daughter, Debra Woods and husband Larry, of Elizabethton; her son, Joe Carlisle and wife Rhonda, of Hendersonville, TN; two granddaughters, Becky Woods Shomaker and husband Matt, of Blountville and Mindy Carlisle Moore and husband Zach, of Hendersonville, TN; two great-granddaughters, Katelyn Shoemaker and Kristyn Shoemaker; a sister, Shirley Prikals and husband Pete, of Herndon, VA; a special niece, Robin Grindstaff Hurdle, of Elizabethton and several other nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. A service to celebrate the life of Hazel Grindstaff Carlisle will be conducted at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 25, 2021, in the Stoney Creek Baptist Church with Reverend David Foster and Dr. Kenneth Jordan, officiating. Music will be under the direction of Doyce Sheffield and Dennis Laws. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the church, prior to the service on Friday. The graveside service will follow in the Grindstaff Cemetery on Creek Bank Road in the Stoney Creek Community. Active pallbearers will be Matt Shoemaker, Darren Kirkendall, Billy Kirkendall, Clay Kirkendall, Lanier Hurdle and Pete Prikals, III. Honorary pallbearers will be Pete Prikals, Jr., Howard Ensor, Doyce Sheffield, Norman Scott, Keith Tolley and Kevin Lipford.	Grindstaff, Hazel (I66164)
3698	Hazel Lucille Odham Gentry, 93, Johnson City, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2014 in the Johnson City Medical Center. Hazel was a Christiansburg, VA native and the daughter of the late Sidney and Ada Odham. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband, Sherman H. Gentry; four brothers, Dan Odham, Winfred "Pete" Odham, Sidney Earl Odham, and "Buster" James P. Odham; and one grandson, James L. Gentry, Jr. Ms. Gentry worked as a division manager for Belks before her retirement. She was a member of Tacoma Church of God. Survivors include: one son, James L. "Jim" Gentry and his wife, Cynthia, Lake City, FL; three grandchildren, Lisa Light and her husband, George, Luci Bennett, and Sherman R. Gentry; four great grandchildren, Jessica Gobble, Chris Campbell, Kaitlyn Light, and Madison Bennett; and five great great grandchildren. The family of Hazel Lucille Odham Gentry will receive friends from 5 pm until 7 pm Wednesday, September 24, 2014 in the Morris-Baker South Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 7 pm Wednesday in the South Chapel. Pastor Richard Ballard will officiate. The committal service is scheduled for 1 pm Thursday in Monte Vista Memorial Park.	Odham, Hazel Lucille (I76045)
3699	Hazel M. Fritts, age 94, of Roanoke, Virginia, formerly of Mountain City, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018 at her home. She was born on April 22, 1923 to the late James & Sallie McGinnis. In addition to her parents, Hazel was preceded in death by her husband Burlis D. Fritts, her infant son Johnie Caroll Fritts, her sister Rosia Lea Allie and her brother Henry Eugene McKinnis. Hazel enjoyed life and loved to travel, she found beauty in all of God's creations. She loved plants and flowers, especially the roses planted by Burlis, her husband of sixty years. Early mornings, Hazel could be found reading her bible while drinking coffee; her strong faith was a constant presence throughout her life. She cherished time spent with family and often could be heard saying, "Family is the most important thing". Those left to cherish her memories include her children Bill E. Fritts, Betty F. Yancy, C. Loraine Kaluger and Roger W. Fritts, her daughter-in-laws Dreama B. Fritts and Kathy L. Fritts, her son-in-law Nick A. Kaluger, her brother Howard Jr. Hicks & sister-in-law Dreama Hicks, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one great- great grandchild, her nieces & nephews and her loving friends. It was Hazel's wish to have a graveside service and be buried next to her husband and infant son in the Fritts' Family Cemetery.	McGinnis, Hazel (I56680)
3700	Hazel Mae Manuel Eller went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 24, 2021. She lived to be 104 years old and was lovingly taken care of by her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Larry Danner. Hazel was born on April 25, 1917 in Ashe County, NC. She was married on December 4, 1931 to George Thomas Eller. The couple was married for 49 years before he passed away on June 8, 1981. In her lifetime she was a mail carrier, an employee at Burlington and most importantly she leaves behind a strong legacy of love and family. She had three daughters: Juanita Eller Everett of Frostburg, MD, Betty Eller Whittaker( Husband Ron) of Wilmington, NC and Patricia Eller Danner(husband Larry) of Johnson City, TN; six grandchildren: Michael Brad Everett(deceased), Lisa Y. Everett(deceased), Victoria Everett Brown of Cumberland, MD, Bridgett Whittaker Jochum of Waldorf, MD, John Thomas Horne(deceased) and Ronnie Thomas Danner of Johnson City, TN. Her legacy continued with 6 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren. Hazel was a wonderful Christian lady and active member of Milligan Free Will Baptist Church, Pastor Mark Street. She loved her church family and everyone will remember her beautiful smile anytime she would fellowship and share food with her church family. She would pride herself in cooking and sharing her favorite dishes of biscuits and gravy and chicken and dumplings. Hazel held a close relationship with her son-in-law, Larry Danner. She would light up whenever he came into the room. They enjoyed taking car rides together, farming and just sitting at home talking and singing for hours. She also loved spending time with her grandson, Ronnie Danner and his two daughters, Bailey and Emma. The family would like to thank their close friends, Janice and Michelle McInturff, Louise Butler and Helen Odom for acting not only as friends but also as caregivers to Hazel along with Amedisys Hospice of Johnson City, TN. The graveside service will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Sunset Memorial Park with Pastor Mark Street and Pastor Frank Woods officiating.	Vertie, Hazel Ennis Mae (I85030)