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| 4701 | JOHNSON CITY - Edna "Gran Gran" Eggers, 93, of Johnson City went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 7, 2018, at Four Oaks Health Care. She was a native of Vilas, NC and daughter of the late Robert and Belle Milsaps. In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-five years, Jack Eggers, and her siblings: Burley, Bill, Lucy, and Melvin. Edna was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed traveling to the mountains and camping with her husband and grandchildren. Edna also liked going to NASCAR races with her beloved friend Evelyn and her husband Delbert. She loved working in her yard and tending to her flowers. Those left to cherish Edna's memory include her son, Bobby Eggers and his wife Patsy (special daughter-in-law), daughter, Belle Reeves, grandchildren: Brian Eggers and his wife Kim, Mark Reeves, and great-granddaughter, Savannah Eggers. The family would like to give a special thank you to the entire staff at Four Oaks Health Care for the loving care provided to "Gran Gran" during her stay there. The Eggers family will be greeting friends and sharing sweet memories on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Sunrise Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Services in Johnson City. Pastor James Ginley and Pastor Perry Cleek will be officiating Edna's celebration of life directly afterward. A graveside service will follow at Milsaps Cemetery in Vilas, NC. Brian Eggers, Mark Reeves, Farris Langford, Marty Estep, James Ginley, and Robert Jackson will serve as pallbearers. | Millsaps, Rose Edna (I65697)
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| 4702 | JOHNSON CITY - Edna Ingram Snyder, age 89, of Johnson City went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 5, 2021. Edna was born in Carter County to the late George and Mary McKinney Ingram. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Ingram Frye and brothers, Lawrence and Junior Ingram. Edna was a member of By Faith Freewill Baptist Church in Johnson City. She loved her church, pets, children, friends, family and meeting people. Gardening and shopping were her favorite hobbies. Those left to cherish her memory include her sons, Max Blevins of Piney Flats and Mark Blevins of Johnson City; daughter, Kathy Blevins of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Michael Blevins of Homestead, FL, Melissa Briggs of McComb, MS, and Leann Hardin Paratto of Atlanta, GA; brother, Norman Ingram of Elizabethton, TN; great grandchildren, Ryan Paratto, Liliana Paratto, Rebecca Blevins, Austin Walls, and Zach LeBlanc and her closest friend, Nancy Davis as well as friend Muriel Bradley and Nellie Scott. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Pallbearers will be Rick Ingram, Jack Ingram, Bob Rainbolt, Rick Chapman, Max Blevins, Ronnie Campbell, and Norman Ingram. Pastor Randy English will be officiating the service. A service to honor the life of Edna Ingram Snyder will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 at Tetrick Funeral Home Elizabethton, TN. The family will receive friends prior to the service at the funeral home from 11:00 am until 1:00. Graveside service will be at Happy Valley Memorial Park on Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 following the service. | Ingram, Edna (I68760)
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| 4703 | JOHNSON CITY - Edna Pearl Glover Jones, 88, Johnson City went home to be with her Lord, Saturday, January 6, 2018 in the Ivy Hall Nursing Home after an extended illness. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Dave & Bess Emmert Glover. Mrs. Jones worked at TPI and retired from North Electric. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter: Edna Ruth Terry, A Grandson: Jeff Buck, a Brother: Billy Jack Glover and a sister: Georgia Ford. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survivors include her husband of 71 years: Kenneth Jones. A Son & Daughter-in-Law: Tony & Irene Jones, Johnson City. Four Grandchildren: Mark Jones, Brian Buck & Wife Tracie, Mooresville, NC., Tina Michelle Buck and friend, Mike Hughes, Elizabethton and Kim Reec & husband Anthony. Seven Great Grandchildren. A sister: Betty Townsend & husband Bobby, Johnson City. Her son-in-law: Edward Terry. Several nieces & nephews including a special niece; Judy Kay Scott. A Service to Celebrate the life in Edna Jones will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Dr. Alan King officiating, and Pastor Bobby Stout officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2018 in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by Cindy Johnson. Active Pallbearers will be: Mark Jones, Anthony Reece, Brian Buck, Riley Buck, Mike Hughes, Jeff Townsend, Kevin Townsend and Bobby Townsend. Honorary Pallbearers will be her church family. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Judy & Victor Deloach and the staff of Ivy Hall Nursing Home for the excellent care she received. | Glover, Edna Pearl (I52810)
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| 4704 | JOHNSON CITY - Edna Yvonne Walker, 83, Johnson City, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019 at her residence. A native of Piney Flats she was a daughter of the late Van & Charity Presnell Hicks, she had lived most of her life in Johnson City. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Walker was of the Pentecostal Faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband: Earnest Deloach and her second husband: Aaron J. Walker, by four sisters: Lucille Godsey, Dorothy Hicks, Martha Hampton and Reba Fagan and one brother: Ralph Hicks. Survivors include her Daughter: Dorothy Pruitt, of the home. Three Grandchildren: April Henry (Sam), Gray, Teshia Pruitt, of the home and Clarissa Parlier (Scotty) Hampton. Seven Great Grandchildren: Christian Henry, Jaiden Henry, Kymber Pruitt, Aubrey Pruitt, Tuff Parlier, Waylon Parlier and Ryder Parlier. One Sister: Betty Godsey, Piney Flats. Several Nieces, Nephews & Cousins. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Bishop David Jackson officiating. Graveside Service will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2019 in the Mountain Home National Cemetery. | Hicks, Edna Yvonne (I55043)
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| 4705 | JOHNSON CITY - Edward Kenneth “Eddie” Barnett, 76, of Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Eddie was born on January 14, 1947, in Johnson City to the late Bascom Beecher Barnett and Miriam Stanfield Barnett. He was a member of the New Vision Church of God. Eddie owned and operated the Salvage 1 salvage yard for over 50 years. In addition to his parents, Eddie is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Hawkins Barnett, in 2020; and one brother, Lawrence “Cotton” Barnett. He is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Rybak and husband Dirk, Becky Tucker and husband Bradley; sisters, Ann Hensley and husband Gene, Barbara Garvin and husband Roy; grandchildren, McKenzie Tucker, Emy Johnson, and Elijah Johnson; granddogs, Knox and Zeus; as well as several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. A committal service will be held for Eddie Barnett at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Monte Vista Memorial Park. | Barnett, Edward Kenneth (17506062)
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| 4706 | JOHNSON CITY - Effie Grace Brown Rupe Miers, 96, Johnson City, died Sunday, July 11, 2021, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Effie Grace was born in Johnson City and was a lifelong resident. She was a daughter of the late Alfred Jessie and Grace Ann Crow Brown. Effie Grace was a graduate of State Teachers College, where she received her teaching degree. She retired from Johnson City Medical Center as a Pharmacy Technician. Effie Grace was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church which started as Union Baptist. She was an excellent seamstress, making wedding gowns and formal attire. Effie Grace enjoyed gardening and was a lover of music. She always believed in angels among us. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband of 30 years, Floyd Rupe, second husband of 10 years, Arnold Miers, sister, Mildred Brown, son-in-law, Royce Couch. Effie Grace is survived by a daughter, Ann Marie Couch; son, Joel Rupe and wife Carolyn; step-son, Eric Miers; granddaughters, Amy Burnett and husband David, Emily Wilhite and husband Marc, Lacey Garner and husband James; great grand-children, Porter, Grayson, Abby-Carolyn, Jake, Noah, Ella Grace, Emma Rose. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at 11:00 A.M., from the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, with Rev. James Cambron, officiating. The graveside committal service will follow in Peoples Family Cemetery. | Brown, Effie Grace (I84724)
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| 4707 | JOHNSON CITY - Eleanor Shell, 87, of Johnson City passed away Friday, January 13th, 2023, at home after long term health issues. Eleanor was a resident of Johnson City for the past 40 years. Prior to that she lived in multiple states, as her husband Thomas Shell, was a Baptist Minister. Mrs. Shell is proceeded in death by her husband Thomas W. Shell and son, Thomas W. Shell Jr. Eleanor loved studying the Bible and really was a true Biblical scholar. She also loved her family and we all cherished her too. Eleanor enjoyed cooking, baking, spending time with pets. She also loved to watch the birds and wildlife in her yard. Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Barbara Finney; son, Michael Shell; grandchildren, Dustin, Kristen, Zackary, Tom, Angela and multiple great grandchildren. A graveside service for Eleanor, is to take place at 2 PM on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Johnson City. | Eleanor (78739450)
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| 4708 | JOHNSON CITY - Eleanor “Ellie” Jean Baehr, 71, Johnson City went home to be with Jesus, Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in the Johnson City Medical Center. She was a native and lifelong resident to Johnson City and was a daughter of the late Jess Willard Alford and Thelma Edith Lawless Alford. Ellie was a member of the Day of Deliverance Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and having family day on the weekend. Ellie spent majority of her time at church. She loved going to Bingo with her friends. Ellie spent her mornings watching game shows and the evening watching her westerns. She was a loving mother, grandmother and a devoted Christian. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy Alford. Survivors include her son, David Diehl and his wife, Shannon of Gray; a sister, Joyce Hodges of Johnson City; three grandchildren, Kaleb Diehl, Joshua Diehl and Piper Reed; the father of her child and longtime friend, David Christian Diehl of Johnson City; special friends, Allison Dalton, Janice Honeycutt, Terry Putzstuck, Helen McGrew and family; her entire church family; also several nieces and nephews. | Alford, Eleanor Jean (98254760)
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| 4709 | JOHNSON CITY - Ella Pearl Dugger Good Donati Beam, 70, Johnson City passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019 at her residence with her family at her side. Ella was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City and was the daughter of the late Chancey and Rita Murr Dugger. She was owner and operator of Double D Wallpaper. Ella had served on the Board of Directors of the McCarty Cemetery for many years. She loved her family, roses and country music. Survivors include her children, Jeff Good and his wife, Jill of Tampa, FL; a daughter, Jennifer Donati of Johnson City; Terry Beam and wife, Joann, Michael Beam and family all of Erwin and Tony Beam and family of Georgia; adopted daughter, Melissa Delavega and husband, Salvador of Jonesborough; a brother, Robert Dean Dugger and wife, Phyllis of Statesville, NC; grandchildren, Jessica Crawford and husband, Vance, Austin Beam and family, Whitney Lewis and husband, Derick, Dustin Donati, Sara Delavega and Salvador Delavega Jr.. great-grandchildren, Caroline, Jaden, Jaren and Avery; an aunt, Emma Sue Pate Payne of Johnson City; The Watkins family, her nephews, Cory and Wesley Dugger; her best friend, Billy Sue McKinney; several cousins; also her puppies, Tabby and Toby who she called her babies. A service to celebrate the life of Ella will be conducted at 7:00 PM Thursday, April 25, 2019 in the Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Rev. David Dugger and Rev. Larry Dugger officiating. Special music will be provided by the Duggers. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel prior to the service. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, April 26, 2019 at McCarty Cemetery, Jonesborough. Pallbearers will be selected from the family and friends | Dugger, Ella Pearl (I74736)
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| 4710 | JOHNSON CITY - Elva Cretsinger Hodges, 86, Johnson City passed away Friday, February 19, 2021 at the residence with her family at her side. She was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City and was a daughter of the late James Paul Cretsinger and Buena Hale Cretsinger. She was a charter member of Cash Hollow Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Ronnie Cretsinger, Dan “Jack” Cretsinger and James Cretsinger; two sisters, Edna Woodward and Geraldine Metcalf. Survivors include her children, Donald Lee Shealy and wife, Margie of Murfreesboro, Janice Buchanan and husband, Nat of Johnson City, Sissy Shipley and husband, Glen of Johnson City and Johnnie Lacey and husband, Carl of Johnson City; three sisters, Dolores Austin, Marie Crumley and Faye Cox and husband, Jimmy all of Johnson City; five grandchildren, Taffy Dugger, Faith Bishop, John Eddie Buchanan, Wesley Buchanan and Ryan Shipley; great-grandchildren, Caleb Jones, Gaston Dugger, Elizabeth Buchanan, “Bo” Buchanan, Samuel Buchanan and Jones Bishop; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Elva will be conducted at 7:00 PM Tuesday, February 23, 2021 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Chaplain Steven Spell officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until the service hour. Graveside service will be held 12:00 noon in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from her family and friends. | Cretsinger, Elva Pauline (I43573)
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| 4711 | JOHNSON CITY - Emma Jean Holtsclaw, 86, Johnson City went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, April 18, 2021 in the Franklin Woods Community Hospital with her children at her side. She was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City and was a daughter of the late Dave and Bertha Hopson Woodby. She was a member of Simerly Creek Believers Fellowship Church in Hampton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Maynard D. Holtsclaw in 1994; a brother, Paul Woodby and three sisters, Betty Kirk, Barbara Day and Peggy Davis. Survivors include her children, Kathy Davis of Limestone, Steve Holtsclaw and wife, Loretta of Hampton, Jimmy Holtsclaw and wife, Laura of Hampton and Jackie Mottern and husband, Bobby of Johnson City; seven grandchildren, Scotty Davis, Annie Clawson, David Holtsclaw, Crystal Rush, Misty Hendrickson, Emily Holtsclaw and Brandon Mottern; several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the Simerly Creek Believers Fellowship Church, 806 Simerly Creek Road, Hampton, TN 37658 with Pastor Jimmy Holtsclaw officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 5:00 PM until the service hour. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 22, 2021 in the Holtsclaw Family Cemetery, Hampton with Rev. Shane Waters officiating. Pallbearers will be Sean Smith, Brandon Mottern, David Holtsclaw, Scotty Davis, Charlie Hartley and Scotty Holtsclaw. | Woodby, Emma Jean (I82120)
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| 4712 | JOHNSON CITY - Enza Fox, Johnson City, died Monday, October 28, 2019, at his residence following a brief illness. Enza was a native of Burnsville, NC, and had been a resident of Johnson City for most of his life. He was a son of the late John Wesley and Pearl Barnett Fox. Enza was a U.S. Navy veteran. He retired from East Tennessee State University following thirty-two years of service, where he was Supervisor over the Power House. Enza was a member of College Park Freewill Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, Enza was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years and love of his life, Carol Hughes Fox, in 2010, one brother and four sisters. Following Carol's death, he continued to be a rock for his family for more than nine years. Enza was able to see both of his grandsons get married and meet his three great-grandsons. He is survived by his son, Chris Fox and wife Ginger, Johnson City; his daughter, Lisa Andes and husband David, Johnson City; two grandsons, Brandon Fox and wife Billie, Cody Fox and wife Victoria, all of Johnson City; three great-grandsons, Blake, Trevor and Tanner Fox, all of Johnson City; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at 7:00 P.M., from the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, with Pastors Jerry Cannon and Nathan Jennings, officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 5:00-7:00 P.M. in the East Parlor of the funeral home. The graveside committal service will be held Thursday at 10:00 A.M. in Washington County Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Fox, Enza (I77160)
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| 4713 | JOHNSON CITY - Ernest Chace Cross, age 89, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed into eternal glory on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022. Ernie was born on May 6, 1933, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to the late Alice Brayton Cross and Ernest Childs Cross. He was a 1951 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School in Kingsport, Tennessee, where he excelled in basketball and track. Ernie was deployed in Europe by the US Army from 1956-58, then attended Davidson College in North Carolina before graduating from East Tennessee State University. He married Billie Jo Masters in 1958 and together they raised two daughters. Ernie was employed by W.B. Greene, then by Kingsport National Bank, before moving to Johnson City to work for Hamilton Bank. Since 1964 he was a member of the Friendship Sunday School Class at First United Methodist Church and served on various committees while enjoying the fellowship of many members. For 18 years Ernie served as Treasurer for the Johnson City Cardinals and was also their director for 5 years. He was a member of the Johnson City Kiwanis Club, was awarded Kiwanian of the Year, earned the nick name of “Captain Kiwanis,” and registered perfect attendance for over 57 years. Ernie was proceeded in death by his wife of 63 years, Jo Masters Cross and a twin brother Alan B. Cross. Those left to cherish his memory include daughters Cyndi Stephenson (Joel) of Florence AL, and Cathy Graham (Scott) of Johnson City; grandsons Jay Stephenson (Sarahann) and Sam Stephenson (Kelsey) of Florence AL, Chace Graham (Lainey) of Central SC, and Jackson Graham of Johnson City; great-grandchildren Joe and Gracie Stephenson, Reece and Rylan Kate Stephenson, and Ellis Graham, along with several nieces and nephews. | Cross, Ernest Chace (I89508)
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| 4714 | JOHNSON CITY - Ernest E. Foster, 88, Johnson City, died Monday, November 4, 2019, at the Johnson City Medical Center, following a brief illness. Ernest was a native of the Coffee Ridge community of Erwin and had been a resident of Johnson City for most of his life. He was a son of the late Robert R. and Zula Farnor Foster. Ernest was a Korean War U.S. Navy veteran. He worked many years as a Residential Building Contractor. Ernest was a member and Deacon of Antioch Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his parents, Ernest was preceded in death by six brothers, Clarence, Raymond, Leonard, Calvin and Allen Foster, one sister, Audrey Renfro. He is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Margaret Rowland Foster; daughter, Louann Foster Sharp, Johnson City; two grandchildren, Danny Webb Sharp, II and Anna Marie Sharp, both of Johnson City; two brothers, Denlis Foster and wife Lelian, Mike Foster, all of Erwin; one sister, Betty Pate, Erwin; two sisters-in-law, Frances Foster and Lana Foster, both of Erwin; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Ernest will be conducted Thursday, November 7, 2019, at 6:00 P.M., from the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, with Rev. Pete Tackett, officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 4:30-6:00 P.M. in the East Parlor of the funeral home. The graveside committal service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by members of the Carter County Honor Guard. | Foster, Ernest E. (I76148)
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| 4715 | JOHNSON CITY - Ernest H. Garland, age 87, of Elizabethton, TN passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 in the Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Bakersville, NC, he was the son of the late Garrett and Mary Greene Garland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Garland; sisters: Hazel Stevens, Viola Masters, and Nellie Yelton; brothers: Cecil, Malone, Roy, and Nattie Garland. Ernest operated Garland Tree Service in Johnson City for 65 years. He loved to work, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and bluegrass music. He was also a member of Beans Creek Church of Jesus Christ. Survivors include his sons: Richard Garland of Westminster, PA and Roger Garland of Johnson City; daughter, Teresa Curtis of Johnson City; sisters: Shirley Yelton of Finksburg, MD and Fairy Mae Carver of Dover, PA; grandchildren: Jessica Trent, Patty Wisniewski, James Curtis and Tommy Garland; great grandchildren: Shannon Peterson, Evan Peterson, Kadynn Trent, Colt Wisniewski, and Taylor Wisniewski. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Henline-Hughes Funeral home with G.B. Garland officiating. Burial will follow in the Fork Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery. | Garland, Ernest H. (I83228)
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| 4716 | JOHNSON CITY - Ernest L. “Ernie” Thomason, Sr., 79, Johnson City, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, June 20, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Ernie was a native of Johnson City, where he resided most of his life. He was a son of the late Lewis Smith and Birdie Blanche Stout Thomason. Ernie was a 1959 graduate of Science Hill High School. He was retired from Rainbo Bakery where he worked as a Mechanical Engineer for twenty-three years. Ernie was a longtime member of Keystone Free Will Baptist Church, and a member of the former Johnson City Rescue Squad for over twenty years. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, a former member of the Watauga Masonic Lodge #622 F&AM, and a Shriner. In addition to his parents, Ernie was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Wayne Thomason. He is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Ellen Marie Workman Thomason; three children, Chip Thomason and wife Lisa, New Mexico, Kelly Williams and husband Keith, Johnson City, Heather Leach and husband Shannon, Johnson City; seven grandchildren, Morgan, Micah, Taylor, Carrie, Caleb, Brent and Ella; three great-grandchildren, Jace, Lincoln and Josie; special uncle/brother, David Thomason, South Carolina; several nieces and nephews; Ernie’s favorite puppy, Jasmine. The family would like to extend a special “thank you” to the staff of Amedisys Hospice, especially Keith, Crystal and Jennifer, Smokey Mountain Medical Equipment, Dr. Hamati and Dr. Missick. The graveside funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at 11:00 A.M., in the Mausoleum Chapel of Washington County Memory Gardens, with Rev. Tony Birchfield and Rev. Brandon Ferren, officiating. Special music will be provided by Allan Foster. Active pallbearers will be Shannon, Keith, Eric, Morgan, Taylor, Caleb and Brent. Honorary pallbearers will be David Thomason, John Stalcup and Larry Leach. | Thomason, Ernest L. (I84095)
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| 4717 | JOHNSON CITY - Ernestine S. Baker, age 89, of Johnson City, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord on Monday, March 6, 2023 surrounded by her family. Ernestine was born in Elizabethton, Tennessee to the late James Lamar Smith and Rowena (Matherly) Smith. Ernestine was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of sixty-six years, James Lee Baker, in November 2022; her son, Richard Baker; two brothers, Norman (Clara) Smith and J.L. (Josephine) Smith; an infant brother, James David Smith; and a special cousin, Billie Greene. Ernestine was a loving and kind lady and above everything else she loved her Lord and her family. She was a graduate of Draughon’s Business College and worked as a secretary at Home Federal Bank before becoming a full-time wife and mother. She retired from United Way. She was a devoted member of Grace Baptist Church of Elizabethton, Pinecrest Baptist Church of Johnson City and most recently Grace Baptist Church of Johnson City. Ernestine was a talented seamstress and also enjoyed singing and camping. Although her absence leaves a void that cannot be filled nor forgotten, we find comfort that she is now at home with the Lord and reunited with Jim. Those left to cherish and remember her memory include her daughter, Lisa Sisk and husband Wesley; four granddaughters, Ashley (Josh) Williams, Hayley (Britt) Reece, Alesha Sisk, and Kaylee Baker; two grandsons, Colby Baker and Chance (Emily) Baker; her great grandsons, Dylan, Roland, Bodhi and Judah Williams and Holston Reece; her daughter-in-law, Kyra Baker and family; one brother, David Samuel (Lala) Smith; and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. A celebration of Ernestine’s life will be conducted at 3:30 PM on Sunday, March 12, 2023 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Reverend Darryl Blair and Reverend Michael Heath officiating. The family will receive friends and family between the hours of 2:00 PM until the service hour at 3:30 PM on Sunday. Friends and family may also visit the residence at other times. Ernestine will be laid to rest with her beloved husband at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Section). Active pallbearers will be Wesley Sisk, Joshua Williams, Britt Reece and Jan Laughrun. | Smith, Earnestine (I56006)
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| 4718 | JOHNSON CITY - Ethel May Lyons Street, 101 years young, of Johnson City, passed away on Monday, February, 26, 2018. She was a native of Carter County and daughter of the late Robert Lyons and Mary Ann Grindstaff Lyons. In addition to her parents, Ethel was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Lawrence Street; brothers: Robert Lyons, Basil Lyons, and Henry F. Lyons; sisters: Tempie Lyons, and Joyce Dennis Hale; her sons-in-law, Jimmy Henley, and Delbert Dempsey. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Everyone who knew Ethel, called her "Nanny". Those family members left to cherish Ethel's memory include her children: Norma Dempsey, Wayne Street (Helen), Richard Lee Street (Shirley), Larry Street (Ann), Lucy Henley, Melinda Sue Smith (Bill), and James Street (Janel); 15 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great grandchildren; sisters, Jean Mast, and Rose Corell; brother, Carroll Dennis, several nieces and nephews.. In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis TN 38105. The family will greet friends to share memories on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 5:00 pm until a Celebration of Ethel's Life at 7:00 pm in the Sunrise Chapel of Tetrick Funeral and Cremation Services with Pastor Keith Malone officiating. A Graveside and Committal Service will be held at 10:45 am on Friday at Mt. Home National Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jerry Barnett, Coty Malone, Dakota Lail, Taylor Pruett, John Foshie, and Fred Smith. | Lyons, Ethel Mae (I59596)
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| 4719 | JOHNSON CITY - Euretha I. Anderson, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at her home. She was born on January 5, 1926, in Stoney Creek, Carter County, TN, the daughter of Conley and Josephine (Williams) Hodges. They preceded her in death, along with her husband, Guy in 1977, and her brother, Kermit Hodges and her sister, Velma Rowe. Mrs. Anderson was a longtime member of N.G. Taylor Memorial United Methodist Church where she was the pianist of the church for 60 years. She worked as the secretary for the Music Department at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, for 15 years, retiring in July of 1994. She loved her family and was a great cook. Mrs. Anderson is survived by her sons, Steven (and his wife, Claudia) Anderson, of Johnson City, and Tony (and his wife, Estela) Anderson of Savannah, GA; her grandchildren, Eric and Amber Anderson of Johnson City, and Alina Odom of Statesboro, GA, and Nick Anderson of Chicago, IL; and her great grandchildren, Ava Odom and Grant Odom. Friends may visit with the family on Monday, February 26, 2018, from 2 to 3 pm, at Tetrick Funeral & Cremation Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604, (423) 610-7171. A committal service will be held following the visitation at 3:30 pm, at the Anderson Family Cemetery, 476 Anderson Road in Johnson City. | Hodges, Euretha (I59648)
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| 4720 | JOHNSON CITY - Evelyn Lucille Braswell Boring Clark, age 94, of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away on Friday, December 21, 2018 at NHC Health Care in Johnson City, TN. She was born on January 13, 1924 in Avery County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late John David Braswell and Molly Bryd Braswell. Evelyn, a Graduate of Duke University, worked for many years as a Nurse Anesthetist. She was a member of the Jonesbourgh Baptist Church. She was a member for many years of the Christian Woman's Club. Evelyn was a happy, friendly person that enjoyed gardening, international travel, reading and cooking. She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, Thomas A Boring and Edward Clark. Also preceding her in death were four sisters, Hazel Smithdeal, Ella Ford, Nelle Swift, Margaret Caldwell and two brothers, J.D. Braswell and Robert Braswell. Evelyn leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter, Pamela (Dan) Pope of Piney Flats, TN, daughter, Patricia (John) Guthrie of Johnson City, TN, (former) son-in-law, Sherrill (Regina) Hampton of Boone, NC, and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be at the Newland Cemetery Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at 2:00 pm. | Braswell, Evelyn Lucille (I65326)
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| 4721 | JOHNSON CITY - Evelyn McCoy Cox, age 90 of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2021 in The Waters of Johnson City after a long, courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was the daughter of the late Ben and Hassie Pope born to them on August 21, 1930 in Bristol, Tennessee. She was a member of the Grace Temple Baptist Church. Along with her parents, Evelyn is preceded in death by her first husband, Marion McCoy and her second husband, Lloyd Cox; a sister, Minnie Bell Pope, one grandson, Billy Whitson and one infant son. Evelyn is survived by her loving children; Barbara Reed, Kathy Dodson (Larry), Ron McCoy (Frutosa) and David McCoy (Doreen); thirteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren as well as many of relatives and friends left behind to cherish her memory. Funeral services for Evelyn Cox will be conducted on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Services with Rev. Scott Green officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, after 5:00 P.M. until the hour of service. A committal service for Evelyn will be held on Monday, May 17, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. in the Washington County Memory Gardens with Rev. Jamie Ferguson officiating. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Pope, Evelyn (I83002)
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| 4722 | JOHNSON CITY - Everetta Bailey Altman, 82, Johnson City went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, June 18, 2023 at her residence. She was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City and was the daughter of the late Everett and Shirley Truitt Bailey. Everetta was a member of Maranatha Tabernacle in Unicoi. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter Kathy Jo Altman Dugger. Known as Mom, Gramamma, Ms. Everetta, Wonder Woman, and A Hoot, Everetta was everyone's other Mother - filling roles of counselor, teacher, prayer warrior, friend. Nanny by trade but loved traveling, cooking, movies, concerts, birds, plants, photography, miniatures, and had a knack for teaching vegan nutrition through drama and humor. Everetta leaves behind her daughter Teri Altman Vines, grandchildren Andrew (Sharon) Dugger, Audrey (Ricky) King, and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service for Everetta will be conducted at 6:00 PM Friday, June 30, 2023 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Pastor E.L. Wheeler officiating. Special music will be provided by Queenie Wheeler. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until the service hour. Private graveside services will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Johnson City. | Bailey, Everetta Leona (56247019)
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| 4723 | JOHNSON CITY - Farrell Bennett, 76, Johnson City, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at his residence, following a brief illness. Farrell was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City. He was a son of the late Harrison and Georgia Pearl Arnett Bennett. Farrell was a 1959 graduate of Lamar High School, and later received a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting in 1975, and a Master's Degree in Accounting in 1979, both from Steed College. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving four years in Anchorage, Alaska, then two years in the Air Force Reserves. Farrell was employed with Holston Army Ammunition Plant, retiring after thirty-two years of service, then returned for five years after Holston Army Ammunition Plant became BAE Systems, "re-retiring" in 2007. He was a longtime member of Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, where he served as Sunday School Superintendant and teacher, and was the assistant van driver. Farrell loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing golf, putt-putt, spending time in the mountains, and served as an usher for the University of Tennessee at home football games for the past nineteen years. In addition to his parents, Farrell was preceded in death by five brothers, Elmer, Roy, Henry, Richard and Clyde Bennett, two sisters, Sara Humphreys and Ann Barnett. He is survived by his wife of more than fifty-one years, Brenda Barber Bennett; two sons, Hershel Farrell Bennett and wife Gabrielle, Alpharetta, GA, and Anthony Lynn Bennett and wife Liz, Kingsport; five grandchildren, Bronwyn, Kensley and Braeden Bennett, Alpharetta, Evie Kate and Brendan Bennett, Kingsport; four brothers, John and Mickey Bennett, Oregon, Ray Bennett, R.C. Bennett and wife Brenda, all of Johnson City; three sisters, Dorothy Ledbury, Oregon, Frances Campbell, Watauga, and Nita Rice, St. Simons Island, GA; many, many, many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to thank Brooks Monroe and Avalon Hospice, for their excellent care of Mr. Bennett. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., at Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Crowe, Rev. Byrl Fann and Rev. Howard Ray, officiating. Farrell's son, Hershel Farrell Bennett, will Eulogize his father. Special music will be provided by the church trio and The Quillen Family. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 5:00-7:00 P.M., in the Sanctuary of the church. The graveside committal service will be held Thursday at 10:00 A.M., in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Bristol V.F.W. Post #6975 and members of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 39, Bristol. Nephews and cousins will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Hoare, Hershel Buchanan, the Men of Piney Grove F.W.B. Church, his golf, putt-putt and U.T. football buddies. | Bennett, Farrell (I63706)
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| 4724 | JOHNSON CITY - Fay Massengill Berry, 88, Johnson City, died Thursday, November 16, 2017, at Broadmore Senior Living. Fay was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City. She was a daughter of the late Fleenor Massengill and Alma Wilson Massengill Hilton. Fay was a Licensed Practical Nurse, retiring from the Johnson City Memorial Hospital following several years of service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 husbands, Henry Clayton Brown, Clarence Black, and Raymond Allen Berry, her sister, Blanche Massengill. Fay is survived by two sons, Gary Zan Brown, Bristol, and Terry Lee Brown, Kingsport; four grandchildren, Gary Zan Brown, Jr., Amanda Shane Brown, Russell Brown, and Branson Quinton Brown; four great-grandchildren. The graveside funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 1:00 P.M., in Monte Vista Memorial Park, with Rev. Bryant Collins, officiating | Massengill, Fay (I56181)
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| 4725 | JOHNSON CITY - Faye Elizabeth King Dempsey, 86, of Johnson City, passed away on March 16, 2022 at the Johnson City Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born in Tazewell, Virginia, a daughter of the late Calvin and Nora Byington King. Mrs. Dempsey graduated from Bluff City High School in 1953. She went on to work and retire from the Johnson City Power Board after 31 years of service as a system operator. She was a member of East Unaka Christian Church. Mrs. Dempsey had a deep love for her Lord Jesus Christ, the outdoors, and spending time with her precious family. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Jack R. Dempsey; brothers, Neil king and A. L. King; and sister, Frances Morrell. Those left to cherish her memory include: daughter, Debra Mae Chandler and her husband, Dr. Paul Chandler, of Florence, SC; two grandchildren, Joshua Paul Chandler and his wife Maryse, Ashley Elizabeth Marsh and her husband Jesse; four great grandchildren, Jack Gaylon Chandler, Cora Diane Chandler, Abigail Elizabeth Marsh, and David Joseph Marsh; and several special nieces and nephews. The family of Mrs. Dempsey will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Monday, March 21, 2022, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM, officiated by Dr. Wayne Emory. After the service, those attending will go in procession at 1:45 PM to Monte Vista Memorial Park for a committal service at 2:00 PM. Pallbearers will be Josh Chandler, Jimmy Dempsey, Kevin King, Justin King, Jared King, and David Tipton. | Dempsey, Jack Rumbley (I77647)
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| 4726 | JOHNSON CITY - Florence Katherine Stevens, 84, Johnson City passed away Friday, October 20, 2017 in the Johnson City Medical Center. She was a native of Elizabethton and was a daughter of the late Wally Thomas Richardson and Annie Pearl Williams Richardson. Mrs. Stevens was a charter member of the Y Freewill Baptist Church n Johnson City. She had worked for the Family Drive-In and Skyline Drive-In and retired from the Johnson City Mall. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis "Hawk" Stevens in 2016; a sister, Sylvia Richardson and two brothers, Carl and Steve Richardson. Survivors include her three children, Gary Stevens of Elizabethton, Eugene Stevens and wife, Karen of Madisonville, TN and Sandra Townsend and husband, Mike of Johnson City; three brothers, Frank Richardson and Elbert Richardson both of Elizabethton and Harley Richardson of Johnson City; five grandchildren, Christopher Stevens, Cody Stevens, Eugene Stevens Jr., James Miller and Justin Miller; seven great-grandchildren, Danielle, Sarah, Katherine, Jase, Case and Skyler Stevens and Travis Miller; step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Brandon Martin and Amy Moses, Chris, Chad and Alicia Townsend, Shea Leigh Moses and Talon and Lilly Martin. Graveside services for Mrs. Stevens will be conducted at 2:30 PM Tuesday, October 24, 2017 in the Roselawn Memory Park with Rev. Johnny Richardson officiating. The family will receive friends at Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City from 1:00 to 2:00 PM then proceed to the cemetery. Mrs. Stevens sons and grandsons will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to the family to help with funeral expenses. | Richardson, Florence Katherine (3119626)
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| 4727 | JOHNSON CITY - Floyd Hershel Buchanan, 91 Johnson City, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the Waters of Johnson City. A native of Buleadean, North Carolina, he was a son of the late Clyde & Helena Gouge Buchanan. He was Manager of Park Belks for 46 years. Mr. Buchanan was a founding member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his wife of 71 years: Geraldine Archer Buchanan. Survivors include his children: Shelby Jean (Blaine) Shoun, Sharon McKenzie, Whitney Bowling and Susie (Jim) Muller. Two Grandchildren: Corey (Keisha) and Jeremiah (Heidi) Shoun. Three Great Grandchildren: Darcie Dosher, Lyla Shoun and Cora Shoun. A Sister: Myrtle Buchanan, Several nieces & nephews. Graveside Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Pastor Walker Roberson officiating. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 1:50 p.m. Sunday will be: Hershel Bennett, Corey Shoun, Jeremiah Shoun, Blaine Shoun, Tim Archer, Chris Bowling and Nick Powers. Honorary Pallbearers will be his church family. | Buchanan, Floyd Herschel (I76246)
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| 4728 | JOHNSON CITY - Floyd J. Hopson, age 92, of Johnson City, passed away at The Waters of Johnson City on August 12, 2018 after a short illness. Floyd was born March 27, 1926, in Buladean, North Carolina, to Carrick and Hettie Francis Hopson. He moved to Unicoi, Tennessee, with his parents until they agreed to sign the paperwork for him to join the US Navy prior to his eighteenth birthday. He served in the US Navy from 1943 until 1946. The majority of his service time was spent in the Pacific Theatre during WWII, serving on the USS Howard (DMS-7), a Destroyer that had been converted to a mine sweeper. While serving on the USS Howard, he participated in the battles of Saipan, The Philippines, Leyte Gulf, Luzon, and Iwo Jima. After his discharge from the Navy in 1946, Floyd returned to Johnson City and began a twenty-two year long career with Empire Furniture Corporation; first working as the lumber inspector, and later as Assistant Superintendent. He also worked as a building contractor and land developer in the Johnson City area, where he built quality homes for over fifty years. In addition to his parents, Floyd is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann Hopson; Son, Charles Hopson; and three brothers, Lloyd, Earl, and Arthur Hopson. Survivors include: his son, Floyd J. Hopson Jr. (Sara) of Brentwood; daughter, Sharon M. McQueen of Johnson City; grandsons, James Hopson (Jamie) of Brentwood, Richard R. McQueen (Helen) of Odessa, Florida, Jeffrey Hopson of Lavergene, and Cole Lowery of Nashville; granddaughter, Tara King (Tommy) of Murfreesboro; great-grandchildren, Johnny, Joey, Jessie, and Jake Hopson of Brentwood, Caleb Thomas, Davis and Nate King of Murfreesboro, and Lilah McQueen of Odessa, Florida. The family of Floyd Hopson will receive friends at Morris-Baker Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 15, 2018, and then from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. A celebration of life will follow at 11:00 AM, officiated by Rev. Jim Chatman of Calvary Baptist Church, Johnson City, and Rev. Bob McCurry of Spring Creek Baptist Church, Bakersville, North Carolina. A committal service will be held at 12:30 PM on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at Roselawn Memorial Park, with military honors conducted at that time. Active pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be Lester Saylor, Clyde Garrison, Mike Collins, Joe Evans, Eddie Atkins, Jody Dietz, Steve Fair, and Mark Shumate. | Hopson, Floyd John (I63124)
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| 4729 | JOHNSON CITY - Frances McKamey Hamlett 95 of Johnson City, TN, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday December 8, 2021. Frances was born on August 17, 1926, in Bluff City, TN, to the late T. I. McKamey and Ruby Allen McKamey. She had lived in Johnson City most of her life and graduated from Science Hill High School in 1943. In addition to her parents Frances was preceded in death by her daughter Pamela J. Reising, three brothers, Thomas C. McKamey, Howard A. McKamey, and LT J.B. McKamey, who was shot down on D-Day at age 22, and one grandson, LT Brian N. Hamlett, U.S. Navy. Frances was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Liz Hamlett. Frances was also preceded in death by her companion Howard Jewett. Frances was a loving mother of three, grandmother of five, great-grandmother of six. She also had a life-long friend Jeanette Cunningham, who preceded her in death. Frances loved being with her entire family and spent 33 years working at Kroger to provide for her family. Frances was a lifelong member of Munsey Memorial Methodist Church and made sure her three children attended each Sunday while they were growing up. Even through some adversities of Life, Frances always maintained a positive outlook with a smile on her face and a kind word for all. Those left to cherish her memory include, two sons, Jack Hamlett and wife, Liz Hamlett, and Robert Allen Hamlett, four grandsons, Tom Hamlett and wife Brittany Hamlett, and Darrell Hamlett and wife Amanda Hamlett, Garrett Reising, and Justin Reising and wife Gabby, and six grandchildren. The family of Frances D. McKamey Hamlett will receive friends from 12:00 noon until 1:00 PM Monday, December 20, 2021 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City. The funeral service will follow with Pastor Michael Lester officiating. Graveside services will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from the family and friends. | McKamey, Frances (I89420)
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| 4730 | JOHNSON CITY - Fred Lewis, age 64, of Johnson City, passed peacefully away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at his home. A native of Erwin, Fred is a son of the late Freddie Donald Lewis, Sr. and the late Kathleen Hensley Ambrose. He was a member, Elder and Sunday School Teacher of University Parkway Baptist Church and a proud veteran of both the United States Navy and the United States Air Force. Fred enlisted in the Air Force in 1976 and served as an Intelligence Operations Specialist at Langley Air Force Base until 1980. In 1987, he enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve and served as an Intelligence Officer, ranking Lieutenant Commander, until 1996. Formerly, he served as President of the Erwin Jaycees, District 11 Director of Tennessee Jaycees, was President of the Year for the local Jaycees chapter and was part of the Jaycees International Senate. He was Community Lay Director, Lay Director and served on many Emmaus Teams in different positions. He did Kairo’s Prison Ministry and Kairo’s Outside Prison Ministry. Fred enjoyed watching his grandchildren play ball and loved spending time with his family. He loved reading and studying the Bible. He was an avid paracord bracelet maker and loved UT football. In addition to his parents, Fred is preceded in death by two brothers, Steve Lewis and Randy Lewis. Fred Lewis has left behind to cherish his memory: Loving Wife: Connie Lewis; Children: Sara Malone and husband, Shane, Amy Engle and husband, Daniel, J.R. Harrell and April Season, Brianne Berry; Grandchildren: Alex Cooper, Ty Engle, Kyndal Engle, Max Malone, Molly Malone; Brother: David Lewis and wife, Stephanie, of Colorado; Nieces and nephew: Cara Michel and husband, Anthony, of New Mexico, Cameron Lewis, of New Mexico, Deanna Lewis Light; Beloved pet son: Ziggy “D” Lewis. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Fred Lewis in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at University Parkway Baptist Church. Pastor Mike Oaks will officiate. Eulogies will be provided by Larry Hatfield and Calvin Hoyle. Musical selections will be provided by Kathy Thompson (pianist) and Rachel Lyons and Donnette Hahn, (vocalists). This service can be viewed live via the University Parkway Baptist Church Facebook page. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 4:00 pm and will continue until service time at University Parkway Baptist Church. A committal service with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at the Evergreen Cemetery Mausoleum. Pastor Scott Thompson will officiate. Those attending the committal service should meet at the Evergreen Cemetery Mausoleum by 1:50 pm on Sunday for the service. Serving as active pallbearers will be David Lewis, Cameron Lewis, Daniel Engle, Ty Engle, Shane Malone, Max Malone and J.R. Harrell. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the University Parkway Baptist Church Encouragers Life Group. | Lewis, Fred (I87257)
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| 4731 | JOHNSON CITY - Frieda Arney, 88, of Johnson City passed peacefully into Heaven December 23, 2015 at the National Health Care Center in Johnson City. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, Paul Arney, and daughter, Sonja Schmidt. Frieda Daiker Arney was born March 23, 1927 in Aichach, Germany and lived there throughout WWII. She married Paul Arney, of Johnson County, TN on August 19, 1948 in Bamberg, Germany while he was stationed there as part of the U.S. occupation forces. She had a great love for travel and she and Paul traveled the world together. When they left Germany, they lived in Ethiopia for several years while Paul was assigned to the Haile Selassie special forces group. After completing various assignments with the Army SFC, Paul and Frieda lived in Akron, Ohio and later resided in Johnson City. She became a naturalized U.S. citizen on March 5, 1952. Frieda and Paul were active members of Southside Baptist Church and donated the lighted cross on the church that can be seen from the hospital and all around that area as a beacon of Jesus' Light and Love. She had a love for animals and maintained a lily pond with beautiful flora and fish along with prolific vegetable and flower gardens. Frieda was loved by her friends and members of Southside Baptist Church and especially members of the Fidelis Sunday School class. She was loved by her family who enjoyed her wisdom. She had a cheerful laugh and a sunny smile and was always an interesting conversationalist with a firm disposition that remained strong and steadfast no matter of the circumstances. She was a cancer survivor and is remembered by many nieces and nephews each who had a special, endearing relationship with her. The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers of National Health Care for the loving care provided to Frieda while she was there. A graveside service will be conducted by Pastor Willie Luntsford of Southside Baptist Church at 1:30 pm Tuesday December 29, 2015 at the VA Mountain Home. | Daiker, Frieda (I45903)
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| 4732 | JOHNSON CITY - Garland Lawrence McIntosh, 87, started his journey of life on January 12, 1929. On Friday evening, June 3, 2016, surrounded by his friends and family, he was released from all of the earths restraints, to enter in to his new eternal home in Heaven with his Lord and Savior. He was the eldest son of Richard and Axie Fender McIntosh. At the time of his death he was cared for in Erwin, TN at The Center on Aging and Health. He grew up in Flag Pond, TN, a place he dearly loved. He lived most of his adult life in Johnson City, Tn. He proudly served his country as a paratrooper in the United States Army Airborne Division. He received The World War II Victory Medal. He often spoke of his adventures of "jumping out of perfectly good airplanes", especially to his great grandsons who are now serving. Our father was employed at Burlington Industries "Klopman Mills" and with his strong work ethic in 45 years never missed a days work. Dad's plans were to retire in May of 1994, but on March 3rd while doing what he loved to do, which was trout fishing in Flag Pond, he was struck by a car and sustained a couple of injuries. The highway patrolman who was at the scene stated that the odds of this happening could be compared to winning the lottery. During his long stay in the hospital dad would inform us he would return to work and then retire. So with the Lord's help and healing and our fathers strong will and determination, he did just that and retired. His doctor always said "Well Mr. McIntosh you went to catch a fish but caught a Buick". Yes he loved to fish and to farm and work the land, and did until his limitations were too many. Loving to attend church and be with others in his Faith he was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church and in his later years when he could no longer drive for long distances he and Mom attended Oakland Avenue Baptist, Heritage Baptist. All of these congregations of believers and their Pastors Bobby Stout, Mark Fowler and Roy Yelton, Reggie Weems were his brothers and sisters in Christ. They have been so kind and caring to us, both dad and mom, visiting them when they could no longer attend, also always sending cards and giving themselves to them. Our father served as a Sunday School teacher for many years, he loved studying Gods word, and sharing it with others. He loved music and singing in the choir. Even when his mind was touched by Alzheimers, The Lord allowed him to remember the scriptures and sing the songs he loved. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved nephew, Bruce Ricker; niece, Marie Ellen Rice; an infant niece; sister-in-law, Vonda Lee McIntosh; his mother and father-in law George and Maritta Silvers; five sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law; and many dear friends that were there to welcome him home. He is survived by his loving wife of sixty six years, Eunice Silvers McIntosh, sons: Richard McIntosh (Joan) Knoxville, TN, Chris McIntosh (Tammy), Johnson City; daughters: Sharon Hulse (Reese), Jonesborough, TN, Kathleen Phillips (Greg), Bluff City, TN; grandchildren: Mellisa Bingham (Todd), Robert McIntosh (Christy), Tina McIntosh, Jennifer Hyder (Chris), Michelle Simpson (Jerry), Heather Hughes (Jamie), Beth Hulse (Keith), Jason Jones, Connor McIntosh, Cooper McIntosh; great-grandchildren: Ashley, Alex, Trey, Braxton, Bailey, Hunter, Hayden, James, Patrick, Jonathan, Taylor, Jerica, Justin, Kelsie, Dawlton, Chesney, Madison, Olivia, Peyton, Cody, Dillion; great-great-grandchildren: Ava, and Greyson; brothers and sisters: Kenneth McIntosh, Morgantown, WV, Martha Ricker (Warren), Algonac, MI, Pauline Rice, Erwin, TN, Howard McIntosh, Flag Pond, TN, Foy Lee McIntosh (Nancy), Kingsport, TN, Andy McIntosh (Debbie), Telford, TN; brothers and sisters-in-law: Harrison Silvers (Nellie), Flag Pond, TN, Offie Silvers (Ellieen), Flag Pond, TN, Raleigh Silvers (Linus), Erwin, TN, Reba Silvers, Limestone, TN, Genevia Silvers, Erwin, TN, several nieces and nephews. Our family would like to say "Thank You" to the Center on Aging and Health, Pleasant Beach Baptist Church, Oakland Avenue Baptist, Heritage Baptist, Kevin Laws (chaplain at the Center on Aging and Health), for their care and compassion to our father and mother, and all of our family, and for all the text, emails, phone calls, visits and especially the prayers. Our family deeply appreciates the support during this time. | McIntosh, Garland Lawrence (I65784)
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| 4733 | JOHNSON CITY - Geneva L. Douglas, age 89, of Johnson City, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at the Johnson City Medical Center following an extended illness. A native of Johnson City, she was a daughter of the late Ervin and Eliza Ellen Sparks. Mrs. Douglas was a Baptist. She loved going fishing and to go to church. She played the piano by ear, and was self-taught. She served as a church pianist for many years. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Douglas is preceded in death by brothers, Robert, Roy, David, and Frank Sparks; sisters, Kate Furchess, Chelsea Lee Anders, and Mildred Mabel. Survivors include her husband, John Douglas, Johnson City; sons, Kenneth Wayne Douglas and Darrell Lynn Douglas and wife Virginia, all of Tallahassee, Florida; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild; sister, Alice Marie Sutton. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Douglas will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, July 8, 2017 in the East Parlor of the funeral home with Rev. Albert Jarnagin officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. in the East Parlor of the funeral home. A private graveside will take place at Monte Vista Memorial Park. | Sparks, Geneva L. (I25456)
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| 4734 | JOHNSON CITY - Geneva Osborne, age 84, of Johnson City, TN passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Butler, TN to the late James Stout and Viola Green Stout. Geneva was of the Freewill Baptist faith. She loved to go to church, especially with her brother Darrell. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening and working in her flowers. Geneva never met a stranger; she was one to love everybody. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Floyd Stout and David Stout; two sisters, Rosa DiGregorio, Ruth Edwards and three infant brothers. Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Debra Bush, of Johnson City; son, Mark Osborne (Patty), of Johnson City; four grandchildren, Michelle Ayers (Kevin), of Jonesborough, Harvey Norton (Brittany), of Jonesborough, David Osborne (Kelly), of Johnson City and Kaitlyn Osborne, of Gray; six great-grandchildren, Alyssa Claspill (Winston), Johnny Ayers, Daniel Osborne, Kelsey Osborne, Makayla Norton and Madison Norton; two great-great grandchildren, Elizabeth Claspill and Amara Claspill; two brothers, Darrell Stout and Paul Stout, of Johnson City; sister, Evelyn Scott and several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to celebrate the life of Geneva Osborne will be held at 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 17, 2022 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home with Reverend David Greene and Reverend Mike Lamb officiating. Music will be under the direction of Sherry Tilson. The family will receive friends prior to the service between the hours of 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM on Saturday. The graveside service and interment will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 18, 2022 in the Stout Cemetery, Johnson City, TN. Pallbearers will be David Osborne, Darrell Stout, Harvey Norton, Johnny Ayers, Kevin Ayers, Winston Claspill and Jeff Lyons. Honorary Pallbearers are Paul Stout and Tony Stout. | Stout, Geneva (24176033)
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| 4735 | JOHNSON CITY - George Dalton Gough of Johnson City died at home on Thursday, June 22, 2023, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was one month short of his 99th birthday. Mr. Gough was born at the family home in Unicoi County, Tennessee on July 19, 1924, the thirteenth child of James T. Gouge and Harriett Grindstaff Gouge. He was the last surviving sibling of a large and loving family. Mr. Gough, a member of The Greatest Generation, enlisted in the Navy immediately upon graduation from Unicoi County High School in 1942. During World War II he served as a gun crew chief on armed merchant vessels throughout the Pacific, participating in the Aleutian Islands campaign, the New Guinea campaign, and many others, culminating at the terrible battle for Iwo Jima. After the war, Mr. Gough returned to his beloved Northeast Tennessee and lived in Johnson City for the rest of his life. He was employed at Eastman Kodak in Kingsport before joining his wife’s family’s business, Accurate Machine Products Corporation. He eventually purchased the company, which he ran until his gradual retirement in the mid-1990s. In later years he also helped his wife with her antique and estate jewelry business, and the couple traveled widely. Mr. Gough was married to the love of his life, Margaret Ann Stewart (1927 – 2003), in 1952. The couple were life-long members of First United Methodist Church in Johnson City. They are survived by their children, Kenneth D. Gough and wife Sheila of Elizabethton, Janie Whittimore and husband Terry of Johnson City, and Myra Paessler and husband Charles (Sparky) of Johnson City; grandchildren Alison Whittimore Stallard (Rory), Kelly Whittimore (Apryl Scalf), Ryan Gough (Dr. Katherine Richeson), Dr. Matthew Zumwalt, Ethan Gough (Allie), Elizabeth Zumwalt Brewer (Christian), and Stephen Gough,; 6 great-grandchildren; and nephews and nieces too numerous to mention. In 2004, at the age of eighty, Mr. Gough married Marie Kellum, and the two of them enjoyed 14 wonderful years together, traveling and cultivating a wide circle of friends until Marie’s passing in 2018. Always a musician from a musical family, in his last years Mr. Gough often spent 2 or 3 nights every week listening to music at the Red Barn, the Bogart-Bowman Cabin, and the Boones Creek Opry. He could not get his fill of live country, gospel, and old-time music. Mr. Gough never lost his love of life and sense of gratitude, convinced that he was the luckiest man on earth. He was a good and strong man who demonstrated his love and faith through his works and example; he was the rock upon which his family was built and upon whom his friends could always depend. The family wishes to thank Mr. Gough’s many friends for their kind and loving support during the difficult final days, with special thanks to his niece Lois Ann Durham, his great friend John Evans, and Cindy Northern and his other wonderful caregivers. The funeral service will be held at Tetrick Funeral Services in Johnson City on Sunday, June 25, 2023, visitation will be from 1:00 – 3:00 pm, with the service immediately following at 3 pm with Rev. Jodie Ihfe and Rev. Jane Taylor, current and past pastors of First United Methodist Church, will commend him to the loving care of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The graveside committal service will be conducted at 12:00 pm Monday, June 26, 2023, at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be grandsons, Ryan, Ethan, Stephen Gough, Dr. Matthew Zumwalt, grandson-in-law, Rory Stallard; and great-grandson, Rylan Stallard. The honorary pallbearer will be John Evans. | Gouge, George Dalton (I90519)
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| 4736 | JOHNSON CITY - George “Bud” William Oliver, Jr., age 89, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at the Lakebridge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, a son of the late George William Oliver, Sr. and Glenna Margaret Brown Oliver. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Ellis; and one brother, John Oliver. Bud attended Asbury Presbyterian Church. He retired in 1991 from Bailey and Ferguson as a Maintenance Repairman. He could fix anything that was broken. Bud was known for his green thumb and his beautiful yard that he kept. He loved working in flowers and watching NASCAR. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Helen Oliver; three children, Doris Ann Dayton and husband Gary, Jeffrey Oliver and wife Angela, and David Oliver and wife Kim; five grandchildren, Tara Baker and husband Cory, Jordan Oliver, Kayli Oliver, Seth Oliver and Koby Oliver; two great grandchildren, Gavyn Baker and Elowen Oliver; one brother, Gary Oliver; one sister, Norma Newton; one sister-in-law, Carolyn Presnell and husband David; two brother-in-laws, Argil Neal, and Tom Neal and wife Nancy; and several nieces and nephews. Committal Service and Interment will be held at 1:00PM Thursday, January 6, 2022 in the Chapel of Monte Vista Funeral Home with Chaplain Steven Spell officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Sermon on the Mount at Monte Vista Memorial Park. | Oliver, George William (I89833)
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| 4737 | JOHNSON CITY - George “Butch” Kenneth Ingram of Johnson City TN passed away on Sunday, August 7th. He was born in Johnson City on May 9th, 1944. He will join his father and mother, Sam and Ethel Ingram, and his 3 sisters, Ida Bell Cooper, Fran Smith, Janice Owens in his new heavenly home. Butch attended Trinity Assembly of God where his pastor said he served as van driver and coordinator, sound man, board member, helper in maintenance, stage preparation and a faithful friend and encourager. Butch served his church and community by providing years of transportation. He was employed by the City of Johnson City Transit Department, Washington County and Johnson City Schools as a dedicated bus driver for over 30 years. He loved telling his many “bus stories”. He drove church vans for over 40 years. If you needed a ride, he was always available. Should Jesus need a bus driver, he now has the best one available. Butch served on the board of directors of the JC Community Clinic and even when he was not able to attend he listened intently over the phone. He is survived by his wife, Darlene, to whom he was married 54 years, his daughters Teresa Boggs (husband Jim), and Mary Lee Baker and his son Kenneth “Kenny” Ingram (wife Angie). He has five grandsons: Nolan, Jon-Wesley (wife Sara) and Riley Boggs and Tanner and Trey Baker (loving referred to as his Pumpkins), and one great granddaughter, Layla Elizabeth Boggs; sisters, Jane Castell, Ethel Holtsclaw, Kay Willis, Susie Daniels and Joy Donnel; brothers, Bobby, Bill and Sammy Ingram. Butch loved his amazing church family and they loved him. The family will forever be indebted to the love which was showered upon him. This small congregation demonstrated Christ love so well. Special thanks to Angela Fleener, Wanda Mann, Crystal Stevens and Caris Healthcare who went above and beyond to help care for daddy during the last year. A graveside service with family and friends will be conducted at Washington County Memory Gardens Mausoleum Chapel with Pastor Ken Jefferies officiating on August 11th at 11:00 am. Mr. Ronald Barnett will lead the family in song. | Ingram, George Kenneth (91786341)
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| 4738 | JOHNSON CITY - Geraldine Scalf Grindstaff, 85, Johnson City, passed away Sunday March 25, 2018 in the Parkwest Medical Center, Knoxville. A native of Sullivan County, she was a daughter of the late Rhuda & Maggie Alford Scalf. She had lived most of her life in Elizabethton. She attended Unaka High School. Geraldine was retired from Johnson City Medical Center in the Day Surgery Department. She was a member of Unaka Baptist Church but attended Mountain View Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Jack Dean Grindstaff, a son: Steve Grindstaff, a twin sister at birth another sister: Elaine Traylor and two brothers: Sam & Edward Scalf. Survivors include her daughter & son-in-law: Jackie & Judge Pippin, Knoxville. Four Grandsons: Seth Pippin & wife Malorie, Stephen Pippin, Jordan Grindstaff, and John Goodwin and wife Ketasha Two Great Grandsons: Eli Pippin and Graham Goodwin, two great granddaughters: Gracen Goodwin and Emmy Pippin. A special cousin who was the same as her sister, Claudia Ensor and two special nieces: Ann Fortner and Sandra Gobrol. Private Services will be Saturday March 31, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in Happy Valley Memorial Park. | Scalf, Geraldine (I57416)
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| 4739 | JOHNSON CITY - Glen Dale Beam, 78, Johnson City passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 in the Ballad Hospice House of Bristol. He was a native of Carter County but had lived in Washington County most of his life. Glen was a son of the late Elzie and Lois McKinney Beam. He worked as a Truck Driver for many years. Glen was a veteran having served his country in the U.S. Marines. He attended East Watauga Avenue Baptist Church. Glen is survived by a large loving family and friends. Special thanks to his sister and caregiver, Emma Dean Hale and to Mike and Peggy Dickenson for the loving care and support they provided. Graveside services for Glen will be conducted at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 29, 2023 in McCarty Cemetery, intersection of McCarty Church Road and 11-E. Rev. Mike Dickenson will officiate and Rev. Jim Chatman will provide special music. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. | Beam, Glen Dale (59836936)
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| 4740 | JOHNSON CITY - Glenda Rhea Fortner DeVault Hall, 70, of Johnson City, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Glenda was a native of the Siam Community in Elizabethton. She was a daughter of the late Rhudy A. and Mamie Estep Fortner. She was a lifelong member of Horseshoe Free Will Baptist Church. Glenda was loved by all who met her. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to so many, proving you don't have to be blood to be family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Hall; son, James Paul DeVault; sister, Irene Shurling; and brothers, David, Larry, Worley, Lloyd, and Jimmy Fortner. Survivors include: five children, Linda Gail Carrera, Teresa Rhea Davis (Steven), Justin Eugene DeVault, Kathy Lee (Don), Joy Thacker, and JD Loveland; 11 grandchildren, Amanda Marie Carrera, Matthew Eugene Carrera, Dakoda Carrera, Michael Bales (Katie), Kristen N. Bales, Amber Ruth DeVault, James Patrick, James Connor DeVault, Brandon Britt, Jacqueline Quillen (Nick), and Russ Thacker; 14 great grandchildren, Mamie Marie, Jacoby Kyle, Jonathon Thomas, Mary Katherine, Nakoda Nevaeh, Waylon James, Logan, Evan, Kayla, Katie, Natalie, Vivian, Maggie, and Lisa; two brothers, Bruce and Earnest Fortner; one sister, Fannie Mae Gosnell; special sister-in-law, Trula Bell Fortner; cherished lifelong friend, Charlene Elliott; and several nieces and nephews. The family of Glenda Hall will receive friends from 4 pm to 6 pm Thursday, April 21, 2016 in the Morris-Baker Dogwood Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 6 pm Thursday. A committal is scheduled for 1:30 pm on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. | Fortner, Glenda Rhea (I45481)
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| 4741 | JOHNSON CITY - Gordon Ray Queen, 69 of Johnson City, TN, died on Wednesday January 5th 2022 at his home after a months-long battle with health complications resulting from a fall and multiple strokes. He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years and dear stepmother to his sons, Cynthia “Cindy” Marie Metcalf Queen, who so lovingly and selflessly cared for Gordon during his final months; sons Sheridan Ray Queen of TN with fiancée Amber McCune and Brandon Shae Queen of KY with wife Katie; his brothers David Lynn Queen of TN with wife Linda and Clarence Keith Queen of TN with wife Kathy; grandsons Jacob Queen, Jordan “Zack” Queen, Gavin Queen, and Gabrian “Gabe” Ferren all of TN, and granddaughter Ellie Queen of KY; as well as several nieces and nephews. Gordon was born to Grover Lee Queen and Ruby Virginia White Queen in Johnson City, TN on October 16, 1952. In addition to his parents, Gordon was preceded in death by his beloved sister Glenda Gail Queen Whistine in 2019 at age 70, his great granddaughter Jupiter Queen in 2021 at 4 months old, and his brother Grover Allen Queen in 2021 at age 73. Gordon was an exceptionally hard worker, spending most of his vocational years in the construction trade, faithfully and unwaveringly providing and caring for his family. He had a quick wit, was extremely handy, was fiercely loyal, a natural conversationalist, a great cook, and a famous prankster and jokester, relishing the opportunity to make others laugh. He enjoyed watching car races, going fishing and hunting, and spending quality time with loved ones – especially on his front porch. Per Gordon’s wishes, in lieu of public services a private gathering will be held for immediate family to honor his life. | Queen, Gordon Ray (I89891)
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| 4742 | JOHNSON CITY - Grace June Maiden Krupcale and the former Grace June Maiden Shipley of Johnson City, TN passed away peacefully on July 29, 2022. She was born April 14, 1934 in Saltville, VA to Hubert Wayne and Bessie Debord Maiden. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. June lived various places throughout her life including Saltville, VA; Washington, DC; Johnson City, TN; Atlanta, GA; Anchorage, AK and Abingdon, VA. She also worked various places including the FBI in Washington, DC, the Chemistry Department at East Tennessee State University and the Graduate Admissions Department at Georgia State University. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband Joe B. Shipley; present husband David Krupcale; her daughter Pam Rutherford; sister Patsy Ford and brother Mickey Maiden. June deeply loved her family. Those left to treasure her memory include her son and daughter-in-law Joel and Colleen Shipley of Banner Elk, NC; son Anthony Shipley of Jonesborough, TN; son-in-law Charles Rutherford of Jonesborough, TN; grandchildren Landon Shipley; Rebecca Weems and husband Cody; Renee' Rutherford Tester; Dylan Rutherford; Morgan Shipley Johnson and husband Brian; Blaine Shipley and wife Etsu; Miles Shipley and wife Marah; great grandchildren Kaiden, Ellie, Zoe, Charlotte and Margot; sister Billie Elliot; sister and brother-in-law Eleanor and Leo Mahoney; brother-in-law Bobby Ford; sister-in-law Carla Maiden and several nieces and nephews. A private funeral and burial honoring June was held in Saltville, VA. June will be remembered for her passion and talents for interior decorating, her love of travel but most of all her love and devotion for her family and her childhood years in Saltville, VA. We will miss her dearly but know that her kindred spirit lives on in her children, grandchildren and friends. The family asks that for those who wish to honor June, please make donations to the following charities, The Alzheimer's Association, Breast Cancer Research Foundation or the Gary Sinise Foundation. Thanks, Lord, for the gift of Mom and we ask that you help make us strong and of great courage, help us to not be afraid or discouraged, for we know you will be with us wherever we go and will help us to honor the legacy of Mom. | Maiden, Grace June (55831168)
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| 4743 | JOHNSON CITY - Grover Allen Queen, 73 of Johnson City passed away Monday, August 16, 2021 at the residence of his son in Greensburg, Kentucky. He was a native of Johnson City and was a son of the late Grover Lee Queen and Ruby Virginia White Queen. Grover was a retired U.S. Army veteran where he had served his country during the Vietnam War. After retirement he worked for the U.S Post Office many years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Looney Queen in 2013; a sister, Glenda Gail Whistine. Survivors include his sons, Grover Allen Queen Jr. and his wife, Linda of Greensburg, Kentucky and Michael Ray Queen and his wife, Heather of Knoxville; three brothers, Gordon Queen and wife, Marie, David Queen and wife, Linda and Keith Queen and wife, Kathy all of Johnson City; a grandson, Justin Allen Queen of Greensburg; also several nieces and nephews. Graveside service with Military Honors will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday, August 23, 2021 in the Mountain Home National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be selected from the family and friends. | Queen, Grover Allen (I86022)
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| 4744 | JOHNSON CITY - H. Ruth “Bootie” Adams Street, 89, Johnson City, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at NHC Healthcare, Johnson City, after a brief illness. Ruth was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City and was a daughter of the late Wiley and Sally Davis Adams. Ruth was a charter member of Keystone Freewill Baptist Church where she was a member of the Mother’s Class and Senior Saints. Ruth loved her church and church family very much. In addition to her parents Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Street, Jr.; son, Timmy S. Street; son-in-law, Gene Deloach; 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Survivors include her children, Brenda S. Deloach, Kathy McKee (Wayne), Mike Street (Kathy); grandchildren, Chad Deloach (Lori), Nicole Lutz (Russ), Spencer Street (Tory); great grandchildren, Drue Deloach (Eliza), Hannah Deloach and Chloe Deloach, Tori, Jack and Sam Lutz, Sawyer and Bo Street; great-great grandchildren, Kora Mae and Emory Ruth Deloach; brothers Bill Adams (Lee), Gary Adams (Peep); sisters Shirley Delcour, Teresa Hicks (Gary); several nieces and nephews with one special niece, Teresa Street, who visited her every day. The graveside service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. in Monte Vista Memorial Park with Pastor Tony Birchfield and Pastor Bill Greer, officiating. Pallbearers will be chosen from friends and family. | Adams, Ruth Boone (73959843)
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| 4745 | JOHNSON CITY - Harold Dean Jenkins, 80, Johnson City went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at Cornerstone Healthcare Center, Johnson City after a brief illness with Cancer. He was born on August 16, 1936 in Elizabethton to the late Robert C. & Dorothy Mae Kemp Jenkins. He was retired from American Water Heater Corporation after 36 years of service. Mr. Jenkins was a member of the Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, Johnson City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Rondal Eugene Jenkins. Survivors include his wife of 39 years: Faye Ellison Jenkins. One Step-Daughter: Dora Mae Hubbard, five step-grandchildren, 8 step-great grandchildren and five step great-great grandchildren. One Sister: Shelia Day & husband Albert. Several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday in the Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Paul Crowe officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 12, 2017 in the Captain Nelson Cemetery, Roan Mountain. Music will be provided by the Church Trio. Pallbearers will be contacted. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the staff of Cornerstone Nursing Home and to his church family for all their love and support. | Jenkins, Harold Dean (I50793)
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| 4746 | JOHNSON CITY - Harry B. Watson, age 102, of Johnson City, Tennessee, walked into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, December 29, 2022, at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. A lifelong resident of Carter County, Harry was born February 8, 1920, to the late David Lawson Watson and Stella Mae Leonard Watson. He enlisted in the Army to serve in the Western Front as a PFC in World War II. It was intended that he land on Normandy Beach, but instead he landed on Utah Beach the day after D-Day where he was captured by German soldiers. He was listed MIA for six months. Harry was held as a POW in Memmingen, Germany for 11 months and 21 days, until General George S. Patton liberated the camp where he was held prisoner. Harry always said he never regretted his service to this great country, and he would often remind others that freedom isn’t free. Shortly after returning to the United States, Harry married the love of his life, Elsie Elaine Freeman Watson on June 27, 1945. They resided in the Pinecrest/Milligan area and had three daughters, Karen, Linda, and Ellen. He worked at North American Rayon Corp for over 50 years, only missing one shift due to the birth of his daughter. He was a longtime member of Tacoma Church of God. He was a member of American Ex-Prisoners of War- East Tennessee Chapter and Rolling Thunder Tennessee Chapter 4. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Elsie, in 2007; granddaughter, Kimberly Dawn Quillin; brother, Robert Watson; sister, Margaret Slayton; and sons-in-law, Charles Smith and Ted Welch. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Karen Elaine Lane (and Claude) of Kingsport, Linda C Lyons (and Shelby) of Johnson City, and Ellen Fay Welch of Elizabethton; granddaughters, Karen Ervin (and Thomas) of Limestone, Kristen Babb (and Mark) of Johnson City, and Heather Hughes of Johnson City; great-grandchildren, Brittney and Lindsey Babb of Johnson City, Jonathan Ervin (and Mahala) of Limestone, William Ervin (and Sara) of Limestone, and Tristan Quillin of Jackson, TN; and great-great-grandsons, Archer Keith Crawford Bruner and Baby Boy Ervin to be born in February of 2023; as well as a host of additional family and friends. Harry’s family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. A funeral will immediately follow, beginning at 7:00 pm, under the direction of Rick Ballard. Those attending are respectfully asked to please wear a face covering. The service will be available to view on the Morris-Baker website, under Harry’s obituary page. A committal service will commence the following day, at 11:00 am on Friday, January 6, at Happy Valley Memorial Park, in the Mausoleum Chapel. Those wishing to attend are asked to please meet at the cemetery by 10:50 am. Military honors will be rendered by the DAV Honor Guard of Bluff City Chapter 39, Tennessee Army National Guard, and Rolling Thunder Tennessee Chapter 4. Active pallbearers will include Jonathan Ervin, Tristan Quillin, William Ervin, Lindsey Babb, Barry Redmond, and Mark Babb. Honorary pallbearers include Trevin Quillin, Mike Freeman, Rolling Thunder Tennessee Chapter 4, and American Ex-Prisoners of War- East Tennessee Chapter. | Watson, Harry B. (73300547)
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| 4747 | JOHNSON CITY - Harry L. Gouge, 96, Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at The Waters of Johnson City. Harry was born in Bakersville, NC to the late L.N. and Bessie Gouge. Harry retired as the owner and operator of Harry Gouge Construction after 30 years. He was a member of Pine Crest Baptist Church in Johnson City. Harry loved golfing and working in his yard, until his health no longer allowed. Harry was also a fan of NASCAR. Harry will be remembered as a very loving husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by: his wife of 72 years, Vista Gouge; four brothers, Thomas, Bill, Lawrence and Fred Gouge; and three sisters, Lucy Davis, Rosa Marler and Daisy Harrell. Survivors include: one daughter, Pat Livingston and her husband Mike, of Unicoi; one granddaughter, Lisa Powell and her husband Jay, of Birmingham, AL; one grandson, Jeff Burleson and his wife Debbie, of Alpharetta, GA; two great grandchildren, Sean and Sara Burleson, of Alpharetta, GA; and several nieces and nephews. The family of Harry Gouge will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM Sunday, March 31, 2019 at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at 1:30 with Rev. Garry Edwards officiating. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers include Sean and Sara Burleson. The committal service will be held at Roselawn Memory Gardens, in the mausoleum chapel, immediately following the funeral. | Gouge, Harry L. (I74504)
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| 4748 | JOHNSON CITY - Hazel Snyder Bashor, 97, Johnson City died Thursday, October 8, 2015 at Appalachian Christian Village. Mrs. Bashor was born January 24, 1918 in Doeville, Johnson County, Tennessee. She was a daughter of the late Roy Mineyard and Alice Snyder. One year later she moved to Valley Forge in Carter County. She attended Valley Forge Elementary, Elizabethton High School, and Teachers College in Johnson City where she received a permanent teaching certificate in elementary education. On August 19, 1942 she married Paul Erwin Bashor. Mrs. Bashor taught school in Carter County and the Elizabethton School System. In 1944 she joined her Navy husband in Washington, D.C. where they both worked for the OSS until his discharge on November 11, 1945. She returned to Elizabethton and lived there until moving to Johnson City in 1953. In 1957 they built Paul's Bait Shop and the Cadillac Motel. In 1962 they purchased the Rio Motel, which is now Paul's Mall on Roan Street. Mrs. Bashor was a member of Central Baptist Church and Seekers Sunday School Class. She was also a member of the Senior Center of Johnson City, Appalachian Christian Village, and The Greeters with the Shrine Center of Kingsport. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: her husband, Paul Erwin Bashor; three brothers, Dudley Snyder, Maywood Snyder, and Watson Snyder; and a sister, Wanda Elliot. She is survived by: one son, Michael Bashor; one grandson, Paul Erwin Bashor; five siblings, Jason Worley Snyder, of Johnson City, Myrtle Taylor of Johnson City, Ben Snyder of Mountain City, Floyd Ray Snyder, of Elizabethton, and John D. Snyder of Elizabethton. The family of Hazel Bashor will receive friends from 10:30 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, October 10, 2015 at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM with Dr. Tommy Hood officiating. A procession will follow immediately after the service to Monte Vista Memorial Park for committal services. | Snyder, Hazel (I1144)
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| 4749 | JOHNSON CITY - Heaven gained the most beautiful angel, Linda Sue Markland Russell, 65, Johnson City went home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2015 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Born in Carter County on January 14, 1950 to the late Orville & Temperence Hyder Markland. She was retired from Leon Fernbach, Inc. She was the greatest wife, mother, grandmother, sister and great grandmother to ever walk the earth. Everyone who knew her loved her so much because of the amount of love she always gave in return. She was truly a remarkable lady and this world really lost a great woman. Linda was of the Baptist Faith and a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters: Jane Cable and Sandie Campbell and her sister-in-law, Donna Markland. Survivors include her husband: Thomas Russell and they were to celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary on November 7, 2015. Three Sons: Thomas Jr. and his wife Amy, Elizabethton, Christopher and his wife Tonya and Michael and his wife Emily all of Johnson City. Six Grandchildren: Christopher Jr., Jordan Blake, Logan, Taylor, Trevor and Bailey Russell , two great grandchildren: Aisley and Hailey. Three Brothers: Tom, Ricky and Raymond Markland and a sister: Goldie Lawson, a brother-in-law: Bobby Joe Russell and a sister-in-law: Lorine Hopson. Several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Bill McDaniel officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 2 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2015 in Washington County Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be her sons & grandsons. | Markland, Linda Sue (I44985)
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| 4750 | JOHNSON CITY - Helen Bowman Arwood, 89, Johnson City, died Thursday, June 17, 2021, following a brief illness, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Helen was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City. She was the daughter of the late John Frank and Dorothy Randolph Bowman. Helen was a Kindergarten Teacher at Farmer in the Dell, retiring in 1990 after thirty-eight years of service. She was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Lucy Leah Arwood, and two brothers, Earnest Ferrell Bowman and Charles Edward Bowman. She is survived by her husband of sixty-five years, James F. Arwood, Sr.; five children, Judy Mays and husband David, Knoxville, Teresa Ford and husband Tony, Piney Flats, James Arwood, Jr., Mike Arwood and wife Janice, Dandridge, Cathy McNeil and husband Thomas, Hampton; two brothers, Billy Joe Bowman and Kenneth Wayne Bowman, both of Johnson City; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. There will be a private service for the family at a later date. | Bowman, Helen Louise (I83971)
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