Notes: DeLoach Genealogy

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6101	MORRISTOWN - Jack Morrell Head of Morristown, TN, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. He was born May 7, 1938, to the late Albert and Dora Head. He was raised in Carter County and graduated in 1957 from Happy Valley High School. He pursued a career with Norfolk-Southern Railway and remained there until retirement 43 years later. Jack enjoyed the simple things in life. He was preceded in death by his son, Leonard C. Head; brother, Johnny Head; and sister, Betty Garland. Survivors include: his sons, J. Greg (Tina) Head and Anthony M. Head; grandson, Anthony C. Head; granddaughters, Ashley Head, Emilee Head, and Olivia Head; dearly loved and cherished friend, Joann Mallicoat; and twin sister, Joyce Russ. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at Washington County Memory Gardens in Johnson City.	Head, Jasper Morrell (50217168)
6102	MORRISTOWN — Mrs. Annie Inez (Fletcher) Bradley, the 2nd child of the late Henry and Belva (Cardwell) Fletcher, passed peacefully into her eternal rest at the Heritage Center Nursing Care, Morristown, TN, on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the age of 92. She and her late husband, James Howard Bradley, had made their home in the Little Dry Run community of Johnson County for 70 years. As health issues became significant, she moved into assisted living or nursing home, as was required, always taking the collage of her family with her which she shared with her visitors. Mrs. Bradley was affiliated with Midway Baptist Church for a number of years before moving her membership to Dyson Grove Baptist Church. Mrs. Bradley was a woman of great faith. Many have rejoiced with her over the years as she shared the times God had specifically met a need that had been bathed in prayer day after day. In the late 1930's, 1940's and the 1950's, there was little "wealth" in the household. However, there were few needs that were unmet, as her children will testify today. She continued faithfully attending church, singing in the choir and teaching Vacation Bible School year after year, working diligently at home to share her faith with her children as well as her neighbors. Many people in her community have benefited from her generosity as she shared produce directly from her garden and from her cellar and freezer as well, as she saw needs that she could meet. Her family members have proudly worn garments made or mended by her skilled fingers. Grandchildren have snuggled under her beautifully stitched quilts. Several have had the privilege of receiving their own personal full-size quilt at bridal showers to share with their new spouses! By Mrs. Bradley's own count, she made and gifted over 90 quilts in her lifetime! Many have enjoyed using her crocheted doilies, a skill that she learned from her husband who watched his mother when he was only a child. Every grandchild was lovingly rocked and enjoyed her home-cooking over the years. She was a great cook! Many a workman who shared the tobacco planting and harvesting, the hay mowing, raking and baling, the wheat or corn harvest with Mr. Bradley, enjoyed the bounty of her table when they came in for lunch. Mrs. Bradley always remembered someone's favorite dish and took time to prepare it, just because she knew they liked it! Hundreds of babies were welcomed into the community following a baby shower for which she prepared a special dish. Likewise, hundreds of grieving families partook of meals served by the church family, of which she was a part. Often in the years of her "empty nest", she would prepare a dish or a meal for an older person whose spouse has passed away, simply because she felt they would enjoy and benefit from a "home-cooked" hot meal. Mrs. Bradley did not slow down much as a "retirement age" came around; rather, she continually looked for opportunities to minister to her neighbors with her culinary skills. She also enjoyed raising a variety of flowers and having a nicely-decorated home. One acquaintance described the Bradley home and farm as the place on Little Dry Run that looked like it had been manicured: flowers blooming spring and summer, bushes trimmed, buildings painted and fence-rows clean! What a tribute to a hard-working couple who enjoyed the land and possessions with which God had blessed their lives! Mrs. Bradley enjoyed people! This led her to volunteer at the Johnson County Hospital during those "empty nest" years. She enjoyed the fellowship with patients and staff as she ministered there. Undoubtedly, many names were added to her prayer list as she encountered sick folks and their families. Five children were born to the Bradley household and presently survive: Emma Stout and husband Dean of Midland, GA, Kyle Wayne "Jack" Bradley and wife Joyce of Butler, TN, Margie Guthrie and husband Roy of Morristown, TN, Wanda Zahrt and husband David of Winamac, IN and John Bradley "JD" and wife Gail of Elizabethton, TN; surviving grandchildren are Dean Stout and wife Dana, Tim Bradley and wife Ladonna, Jeff Stout and wife Susan, Lee Ann Wright and husband Steve, Brad Guthrie and wife Andrea "Andi", Jason Guthrie and wife Charity, Janeen Pennell and husband Travis and Lauren Bradley; 5 great grandchildren; two sisters: Winnie Phillips of Butler, TN and MaryLee Potter of Kingsport, TN. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bradley was predeceased by an infant daughter, who passed March 1945, Mary Evelyn; four brothers and two sisters. The family of Annie Inez Bradley will receive friends and share memories to honor a life well lived on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Funeral Service will follow with Mrs. Bradley's nephew, Rev. Leonard Fletcher officiating. Special music will be provided by Allan Yates. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers are Timothy Bradley, Christopher Bradley, Bradley Guthrie, Jason Guthrie, Larry Grindstaff and Junior Potter. Honorary pallbearers are Dean Stout, Jeffery Stout and Travis Pennell. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that friends honor Mrs. Bradley by making donations to the Gideons International, PO Box 155, Mountain City, TN 37683 or Dyson Grove Baptist Church, 8693 Roan Creek Road, Butler, TN 37640. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. John Short and the Regency Retirement Village staff and to Dr. David Johnson and the Heritage Nursing Center staff. At other times, the family will receive friends at the home of her son, Wayne "Jack".	Fletcher, Annie Inez (I29645)
6103	Mossie A. Nave Bowers, 79, Life Care Center of Elizabethton, formerly of Lynn Avenue, died Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at Johnson City Medical Center following a brief illness. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late William "Bill" David and Laura Bowers Nave, and was married to the late Clyde Bowers. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Ray Nave. Mrs. Bowers was a homemaker. Survivors include one daughter, Joyce A. Kelley, Johnson City; one son and daughter-in-law, Darrell and Frances Bowers, Elizabethton; one granddaughter and spouse, Joy Kelley Snyder and David Snyder, Johnson City; two grandsons and spouse, David Bowers and Jerry and Michelle Bowers, all of Elizabethton; two great-granddaughters, Sarah Bowers, Elizabethton, and Dreama Barnett, Johnson City; four great-grandsons, Michael Miller and Nicholas Mills, both of Johnson City, Samuel Bowers and Daniel Bowers, both of Elizabethton; and one nephew, Larry Nave. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday, May 14, in the Chapel of Peace of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with the Rev. Dean Presnell officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, prior to the funeral service. Friends may call at the residence of her son, Darrell Bowers, 745 Dugger Road, Elizabethton, any time. The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 15, at Pearl Bowers Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be grandchildren and friends.	Nave, Mossie A. (I46999)
6104	Mother Adams, daughter of Capt. S.E. Northington, 13th Tenn Cav., born in Mountain City, then Taylorsville, moved to Pandora (Doe Valley) at an early age. There her father operated a forge and employed many funny characters. The funny incidents she always remembered, and entertained her children and grandchildren with the witty stories of "Old Hale," Dood and others. Mother Adams always looked on the bright side of life. Was always jovial even when sick even unto death. Her outstanding trait of character was love and kindness, and was taught to her children. From the funeral home guest book, 1941.	Northington, Emma Virginia (I16943)
6105	Mount Carmel- Donald Curtis Ellis, 77, of Mount Carmel went home to be with the Lord on Saturday (June 13, 2009) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center unexpectedly. He was a lifelong resident of Hawkins County. He served with the United States Army overseas in Frankfurt, Germany. He attended Tri-State College in Agnola, Indiana. Curtis retired from H.T. Spoden Consulting Engineers after 35 years of service. He was a certified Browning Archery Service Technician. Mr. Ellis was a member of the Holston Valley Sportsman Club & the Kingsport Archery Club. Donald was a professional photographer and was an avid outdoorsman & an avid birdwatcher. Mr. Ellis was a former member of Ketron United Methodist Church and became an active & faithful member of Grange Hall United Methodist Church where he taught the Adult Men's Sunday School Class. His family & his church by far was the most important thing in his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar & Nina Hackler Ellis; a brother, Raymond Lynn Ellis; his brothers-in-law, Earl Bland & Jack Howard Carpenter; a sister-in-law, Mary Wolfe. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Frances Bland Ellis; a son, Ronnie Ellis & his wife, Pam; a daughter, Ronda Lynn Morelock & her husband, Terry (both of Church Hill); his grandchildren, Jarrad Morelock, Regina Grace Ellis McGrady, Brandon Morelock & Cassandra Morelock; his siblings, Frances Carpenter, James Earl Ellis & his wife, Janie, Maude Smith & her husband, Homer (all of Kingsport), Rev. E. Lee Ellis & his wife, Evelyn (Kernersville, NC); sister-in law, Bernice Ellis; his "special granddaughters", Brianna Barrett & Liz Calton along with a host of loving nieces & loving nephews. The family will receive friends beginning at 5 p.m. on Monday (June 15, 2009) at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill or friends may also call anytime at the residence. A funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday (June 16, 2009) at 1:30 p.m. at Grange Hall United Methodist Church with Rev. Deborah Collins, Rev. E. Lee Ellis & Jarrad Morelock, & a special niece, Janie Elaine officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir, Benjamin Ellis & Anna Ellis. A military graveside service will be conducted by the Hawkins County Color Guard & the TN Army National Guard following the funeral service at Church Hill Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Brad Morelock, Jimmy Morelock, Brian Morelock, Eugene Bland, R. Wayne Bland, David Bland, Harvey Bland, Bob Fraley, Homer Smith, Fred Calhoun, Marshall Smith, Roger Partin will serve as honorary pallbearers.	Ellis, Donald Curtis (I1889)
6106	Mount Carmel- Donald Curtis Ellis, 77, of Mount Carmel went home to be with the Lord on Saturday (June 13, 2009) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center unexpectedly. He was a lifelong resident of Hawkins County. He served with the United States Army overseas in Frankfurt, Germany. He attended Tri-State College in Agnola, Indiana. Curtis retired from H.T. Spoden Consulting Engineers after 35 years of service. He was a certified Browning Archery Service Technician. Mr. Ellis was a member of the Holston Valley Sportsman Club & the Kingsport Archery Club. Donald was a professional photographer and was an avid outdoorsman & an avid birdwatcher. Mr. Ellis was a former member of Ketron United Methodist Church and became an active & faithful member of Grange Hall United Methodist Church where he taught the Adult Men's Sunday School Class. His family & his church by far was the most important thing in his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar & Nina Hackler Ellis; a brother, Raymond Lynn Ellis; his brothers-in-law, Earl Bland & Jack Howard Carpenter; a sister-in-law, Mary Wolfe. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Frances Bland Ellis; a son, Ronnie Ellis & his wife, Pam; a daughter, Ronda Lynn Morelock & her husband, Terry (both of Church Hill); his grandchildren, Jarrad Morelock, Regina Grace Ellis McGrady, Brandon Morelock & Cassandra Morelock; his siblings, Frances Carpenter, James Earl Ellis & his wife, Janie, Maude Smith & her husband, Homer (all of Kingsport), Rev. E. Lee Ellis & his wife, Evelyn (Kernersville, NC); sister-in law, Bernice Ellis; his "special granddaughters", Brianna Barrett & Liz Calton along with a host of loving nieces & loving nephews. The family will receive friends beginning at 5 p.m. on Monday (June 15, 2009) at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill or friends may also call anytime at the residence. A funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday (June 16, 2009) at 1:30 p.m. at Grange Hall United Methodist Church with Rev. Deborah Collins, Rev. E. Lee Ellis & Jarrad Morelock, & a special niece, Janie Elaine officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir, Benjamin Ellis & Anna Ellis. A military graveside service will be conducted by the Hawkins County Color Guard & the TN Army National Guard following the funeral service at Church Hill Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Brad Morelock, Jimmy Morelock, Brian Morelock, Eugene Bland, R. Wayne Bland, David Bland, Harvey Bland, Bob Fraley, Homer Smith, Fred Calhoun, Marshall Smith, Roger Partin will serve as honorary pallbearers.	Ellis, Donald Curtis (I1889)
6107	MOUNTAIN CITY - Arvis Billy Anderson, age 78, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2019 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on July 16, 1940, in Johnson County, TN to the late Charlie Anderson and Altie Moody Anderson. In addition to his parents, Arvis was preceded in death by two sons, Billy Anderson and Michael Anderson, sisters, Louise Anderson, Inez Shull, Clara Lunceford, Kathleen Arnold and Edith Potter, brothers, Norman Anderson, John Anderson, Raymond Anderson and Jim Anderson. Arvis worked over 19 years at the Levi Strauss plant. He was a member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church. Arvis was a member of the Doe Valley Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed gardening when he was able. Arvis is survived by two daughters, Judy Vines of Elizabethton, TN and Elaine Rice of Hickory, NC; step- daughters, Pam Rolens and Karen Rolens, step-sons, Timothy Rolens and Wade Rolens, grandchildren, Chelsey Frances, Sharon Wright, Jermny Anderson, Stephanie Norris, Sarah Masucci, Audrey Anderson, Kayla Nelson, Christina Marshall, Mary Gouge, Anthony Masucci, Rebecca Masucci, Jacob Rolens, Kayla Rolens and Kelsie Rolens, thirteen great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, Companion, Tammy Auton and her daughter Serra, Ex-wife and mother of his step-children, Janie Watson, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 29, 2019 from 12:00 until 1:30 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral to follow at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Carrol Flannery to officiate. Music will be provided by Joel Crisp. The Graveside Service and burial will follow from the Sugar Grove Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jeffery Lunceford, Ray Lunceford, David Lunceford, Adam Lunceford, Jonathon Lunceford and Michael Fritts. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of Doe Valley Fire Department.	Anderson, Arvis Billy (I71845)
6108	MOUNTAIN CITY - Betty Jane Howard, 83, of 2135 Antioch Road in Mountain City went home to be with the Lord Jan. 29, 2018, after a long illness. She was the wife for 60 years of Clint Howard, an accomplished musician and storyteller, who predeceased her in 2011. She and her husband lived briefly (in the late 1950s) in Newport News, Va., where he worked for the shipyard. She was sweet, gentle, tender, kind and soft spoken. She was proud of her mountain heritage. Betty Jane had three children: Patsy Robinson Timbs (wife of Larry Timbs Jr.); Ray Clinton Howard; and Clarence (who passed away in 2007). The daughter of the late Rayburn and Ethel Snyder of Ashe County, N.C., also had two sisters— Doll (deceased), who was married to Waldo Parker of West Grove, Penn.; and Corena Snyder (married to the late Howard Snyder of Creston, N.C.) Her brother, Darrell "Darl" Snyder (married to Josephine) of Creston, N.C., survives. The late Sam Robinson was her son-in-law. Daughter-in-laws Glenda and Debi Howard survive. She was born and raised in the Brushy Fork community of Ashe County and attended Riverview High School there. Betty Jane, a long-time active member of Antioch Baptist Church until her illness in 2011, had worked at Lecos, later to become Levis, where she made many friends and retired after 36 years. She is survived by seven grandchildren: Rachel Robinson Shearin (and husband John), Clint Robinson(and wife Shannon), Garet Howard (and wife Briana), Brad Howard, Sandra McCloud (and husband Larry), Ashley Howard-Forbes (and husband William Forbes), and Hana Rae Howard. One other grandchild, Mitchell Howard, died in 2002. In addition, Betty Jane is survived by 15 great grandchildren: Blake and Weston Robinson; Taylor, Hannah, Jessie and Samantha Shearin; Will and Leah McCloud; Portia, Sully and Ruby Howard; Travis and Hank Howard; Nixon and Nash Forbes. Betty Jane had one nephew, one deceased nephew and five nieces. Heartfelt appeciation to special friends and caregivers Sandra Blevins and Barbara Bunten. She loved her church and reading her Bible. She also enjoyed gardening, canning, quilting, cooking, taking care of her home and yard, porch sitting and helping her husband Clint tend to his cows and tobacco. She always looked forward to celebrating birthdays, holidays and other special occasions with her family. Even when she became ill a few years ago, she enjoyed the warmth of the sunshine, gazing at the sky, walking, and taking in the magnificent mountain scenery of her beloved home community. Her daughter Patsy, who did all she could to take care of her mother the last few years of her life, remembers her mom as "coming to my hospital bed 49 straight days when I had a stroke at the age of 13." Patsy said that she was "the mom and grandmother who was always willing to lend a hand, the dear friend and neighbor who never said or did anything to hurt anyone. This is the mama I've missed these past few years and will grieve until I see her in Heaven. I believe my mom followed Christ in the factory, in the church and in her community. She was controlled by the Holy Spirit and she was Christ's ambassador wherever God led her. "How great is God to have given me such a mother." The family will receive friends at Betty Jane's home at 2135 Antioch Road in Mountain City. Funeral services for Betty Jane Howard will be 2:00 PM Thursday February 1st 2018 at the Antioch Baptist Church of 117 Antioch Road in Mountain City, with the Rev. Kenny Ray Vaught officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2:00 PM prior to the service. Music will be provided by family and friends. Hux & Lipford Funeral Home of Mountain City is in charge of arrangements. Graveside services will be at the Reece Memorial Cemetery in Mountain City. Betty Jane will be laid to rest next to her husband, Clint Howard. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great grandsons.	Snyder, Betty Jane (I55892)
6109	MOUNTAIN CITY - Bill E. Icenhour, age 68, of Mountain City, TN, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Bill died at his home surrounded by his family after a hard fought battle with cancer. Bill was born to Joel and Margaret Icenhour on June 6, 1948. He was raised in the Cold Springs community with his three sisters and one brother. He enjoyed a wonderful boyhood and loved to tell stories about that time of his life. Bill was a member of the Johnson County High School Class of 1966. He maintained close friendships with many of his classmates and enjoyed reunions. Bill was all conference in football and later played on the Augusta Eagles Semi-Professional team. Bill began his career in utility construction with CFW Construction Co. He worked throughout the southeast on large utility projects. He went on to be the project manager for Sanders Brothers, Inc. in Charlotte, NC. In 1989, Bill started Iron Mountain Construction and has enjoyed working in the business with his family for 27 years. He made many lasting friendship during his work career and not many things made him as happy as operating a track hoe. Bill's greatest joy came in February of 2007 when he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ and was saved. He was burdened that all of his friends and family come to know the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:17- Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. Bill is survived by the love of his life and best friend, his loving wife, Phyllis Gentry Icenhour. He is also survived by his dear mother, Margaret Icenhour, Loving children- Kimberly Icenhour Hayworth (Kevin), Samuel E. Icenhour(Deena) and Billy P. Icenhour (Jennifer). Sisters- Maryann Gambill (Earl), Lois Hatfield (John), Brenda Harper (Paul), Brother-Lynn Osborne (Kim). Grandchildren- Megan Hayworth Adams (Matt), Zack Hayworth (Brittany), Connor Icenhour (Danielle), Samuel Icenhour, Thurman "Bud" Icenhour, Rhiannon Icenhour and Ryleigh Icenhour. Great Grandsons- Knox Hayworth and Cash Adams. Step children-Kim Garrett(Don)and Becky Eastridge (Johnny), Step-Grandchildren- Leanna Garrett and Katie Timbs. The family wants to express our heartfelt gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Kingsport Hematology Oncology Associates for the loving care they gave Bill during his illness. They were a blessing to our family. The family will receive friends from 5pm – 8 pm on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at the Calvary Baptist Church with funeral services to follow at 8 pm. Pastor Ricky Campbell and Frank Stanley will be conducting the service. Graveside service will be at 11 am, Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at the Johnson Cemetery. Active Pallbearers are Zack Hayworth, Connor Icenhour, Samuel Icenhour, Bud Icenhour, Matt Adams, Robert Bower, Jake Bower and Ron Billiot. Honorary Pallbearers are Steve Sanders, David Adams, Dr. Don Tarr, Johnny Arnold, Roy Greene, Roberto Martinez, Marion Rothrock and all Iron Mountain Construction employees past and present.	Icenhour, Bill E. (I53597)
6110	MOUNTAIN CITY - Bruce Wallace, age 85, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019. He was born on January 16, 1934, in Trade, Johnson County, TN to the late William Marvin Wallace and Myrtle Hastine Wallace. In addition to his parents Bruce was preceded in death by a sister, Pearl Wallace, brothers, Glen Edward Wallace, Wade Wallace, Ralph Wallace, two half-sisters, Nell Wallace and Ruth Wallace, two half-brothers, Fred Wallace and Roy Wallace. Bruce was a member of Zionville Baptist Church for 70 years. He served in the United States Army. Bruce is survived by his wife, Mary June Stephens Wallace, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mary will receive friends on Monday, June 10, 2019 from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Rick Thomason and Tommy Stephens to officiate. The Graveside Service and Entombment will follow from the Zionville Baptist Church mausoleum with Frank Johnson to officiate. Military honors to be accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Jeff Wagner, Joe Proffitt, Darrel Osborne, Bobby Black, Carl Stephens, Bob Williams, John Richardson and Aaron Setzer. Honorary pallbearers will be the Hardees crew and his many special friends.	Wallace, Bruce (I73326)
6111	MOUNTAIN CITY - Daniel W. Barry, age 69, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2016 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on January 17, 1947 in Mountain City, TN to the late Berlie A. Barry and Mary I. Crussell Barry. Daniel was a former principal at Little Milligan Elementary School until his retirement in 2001. He was one who loved genealogy and had many names on the tree. Daniel was a member of the Taylorsville Masonic Lodge #243 and an active member of the Dewey Christian Church. Daniel is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gearlene Parks Barry; sister, Alice McCloud of Johnson City, TN; brothers: Joe Barry and wife Pat and Wayne Barry and wife Vickie all of Mountain City, TN; brother-in-law, Gene Parks and wife Ann of Elk Creek, VA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 2-3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2016 at the Mountain City Funeral Home with the Funeral Service to follow at 3:00 p.m. with Minister C.D. 'Bud' Gentry officiating. Special music will be provided by Mr. Fred Ramsey. Graveside Service and Interment with Masonic Rites will follow at the Phillippi Cemetery. Masonic Rites will be conducted by the Taylorsville Masonic Lodge #243. Pallbearers will be Bo Henson, C.J. McCloud, Jason Barry, Chuck McCracken, Brad Gentry and Chris Pierce. Honorary pallbearers are Frankie Gentry, Dearl Swift and the Men of Dewey Christian Church. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Amedisys Home Health, Dr. Robert Griffith and Dr. Emily McQueen.	Berry, Daniel W. (I54723)
6112	MOUNTAIN CITY - Doran E. Bunting age 86, of Mountain City passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Doran was born on January 11, 1931 to the late Ott and Ina Bunting. In addition to his parents, Doran was also preceded in death by his sisters; Opal, Virginia, and Kathleen. As well as his brothers; Fred, Marshal, Jim and Barton. Those left to cherish Doran's memory include; his wife, Vida Snyder Bunting. Son; Doug Norris. Granddaughter; Heather Norris. Sisters; Margie Jinolfi, and Shirley Bunting. His brothers; Harold Bunting and Mack Bunting. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Doran served as a Staff Sargent in the US Air Force for 4 years. He was a member of Bakers Gap Baptist Church. Doran was an avid Farmer. He was a member of the Roan Creek Masonic Lodge #679. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7:00 P.M Thursday, November 30, 2017 at the, Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel with Dennis Peterson and James Richardson officiating. Eulogy by: Bryant Collins. Visitation will be 6 P.M until 7 P.M prior to the funeral service. Graveside services will be on Friday December 1, 2017 at 10:30 A.M Military Honors accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard will follow the funeral service. As well as Masonic Rites. Pallbearers; Joel Dugger, Jason Baker, Larry Stanton, Van Arnold, Michael Trivette, Herbie Adams and Dick Snyder. Honorary Pallbearers; Marvin Arney, Ray Lunceford, Landon Mullins, Ronnie Mullins, Herbert Arnold, and John Snyder. If so desired donations may be made to the Baker's Gap Baptist Church Cemetery fund.	Bunting, Doran Elbert (I57624)
6113	MOUNTAIN CITY - Edward Earl Payne, 98, of Mountain City, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. Mr. Payne was born in Shouns, Tennessee on June 27, 1920, to the late William Bymum Payne and Ollie Lena Potter Payne. Earl was a life-long resident of Mountain City and graduated from Johnson County High School. Earl served in the US Army during World War II (1942-1945), attaining the rank of Corporal. Earl wasemployed as a rural mail carrier in Mt. City (RR #1) from 1956 to 1980. He was the oldest charter member of Antioch Baptist Church (1946). Earl enjoyed playing and signing with his wife, Stella, in various bluegrass groups. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Stella Tolliver Payne; Nephews: John Taylor and wife Sharon of Knoxville, TN and Jim Taylor and wife Joan, of New Castle, DE; Sisters-in-Law: Lorella Tolliver of Shady Valley, TN and Joanne Tolliver of Bristol, TN. Funeral service for Mr. Payne will be held at 7pm on Saturday, November 24, 2018, in the Charlie B. Hux Memorial Chapel at Hux & Lipford Funeral Home with Preacher Mac Arnold officiating and Preacher Ray Vaught assisting. The family will receive friends from 5:30pm to 7pm prior to the service. Entombment with Military Honors accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard will be held at 1pm on Sunday, November 25, 2018, in the Sunset Memorial Garden Mausoleum of Love.	Payne, Edward Earl (I68774)
6114	MOUNTAIN CITY - Gay Pennington Greer Abernathy, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee went to her heavenly home on Saturday evening, March 13, 2021 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s at the Mountain City Care Center. Gay was born on November 12, 1924 in Laurel Bloomery, TN to the late Noah Pennington and Minerva Gilbert Pennington, she was the 1st born of twelve children. In addition to her parents, Gay was preceded in death by her first husband Chester Greer (1981); second husband Joe Abernethy (2006); sisters, Alice Davis, Barbara McLendon; brothers, Odell, Robert, Clem, Staley, Fred, Joe, Wallace and Ivan Pennington. Gay loved God and her family. Miss Gay, as she was known at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center, was a blessing to many with her vibrant smile, caring heart and sense of humor. She was active in her community while her health allowed. Gay was a faithful and active member of First Baptist Church and a lifelong supporter of the Stateline Baptist Church in the Sugar Creek area of Laurel Bloomery. Second to her love of God and family was her love of travel. She visited all 50 states plus Canada and Mexico. While in Alaska, on a six week bus tour, she chartered a plane and flew to Point Barrow so she could be above the Arctic Circle. Gay toured the Holy Land and fell into the Jordan River. She also spent two weeks in Australia. Gay is survived by her only child, Vance Greer and wife Iris of Mountain City, TN; step-children, Nancy Truitt and Donnie Abernethy (Diana) of Lincolnton, NC; one sister, Ina Bennett of Bristol, TN; step-grandchildren, Joel, Kristie and Jacob. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 from 1-2:00 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Ricky Campbell to officiate. Pallbearers will be Wade Thomas, Wayne Lewis, Gary Cobb, Terry Jordan, Jerry Jordan and Mike Morefield. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Parker, Donnie Abernethy, William Greer and Larry Ashley. Graveside service and burial will follow from Stateline Cemetery in Laurel Bloomery, TN.	Pennington, Gay (I81646)
6115	MOUNTAIN CITY - Herbert R. Lewis, age 93, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2016 in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was born on June 9, 1923 to the late Lawson and Hattie Mains Lewis. In addition to his parents, Herbert was preceded in death by his son-in-law, James 'Jim' Dugger; two sisters and six brothers. Herbert was a United States Army Veteran, having honorably served during World War II. During this time, he had been stationed in Germany and Okinawa, Japan. Like most men of his generation, Herbert was a proud farmer and had a special love for Bluegrass music. He was also a gifted mandolin and guitar player. He loved to travel and play music and could often been found at the nearest eatery on a Friday or Saturday night playing music with some of his closest friends. Herbert had been a member of Midway Baptist Church of Butler, TN. Those left to cherish Herbert's memories include his wife of 74 years, Leta Grindstaff Lewis; daughter, Evelyn Dugger of Kingsport, TN; grandson, Layne Dugger and his wife Dianne; great granddaughters, who were Herbert's pride and joy and who he always referred to as 'The Greaties', Reagan Dugger and Delaney Dugger, all of Windermere, FL; special niece, Linda Hollaway and husband Mack of Butler, TN; sister-in-law, Liddie Lewis of Johnson City, TN; special nephew, Earl 'Sonny' Lewis of FL; several more nieces and nephews and many special friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends from 12-1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Greg Thompson and Chuck Morefield officiating. Graveside service and interment with military honors accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard will follow at the Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carl Trivett, Earl Burchett, Ed Laws, Larry Grindstaff, Paul Ward, Doyle Tester. Honorary pallbearers are Greg Pope, Mack Hollaway, Earl Morefield, Ronnie Laws and Raymond Cress.	Lewis, Herbert R. (I53712)
6116	MOUNTAIN CITY - Hilda B. Madron Lewis, age 78 of Mountain City passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at her home. Hilda was born on September 9, 1942 to the late Earl Madron and Gaile Hammond Madron in Trade, TN. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Toll W. Lewis; brother, John Ma99dron; sisters, Hope Madron Payne (Marion), Helen Madron Treadway (Gene); nephew, David Lewis; sisters-in-law, Opal Lewis, Ruby Graybeal, Ruth Lewis, Willa Dean Lewis; brothers-in-law, Bruce Lewis, Dana Lewis, Kyle Lewis, Wilson Graybeal, Marion Payne, McArthur Williams. Hilda was a 1960 graduate of Johnson County High School. After school, she worked for the Chrysler Corporation for over 35 years. In 2000 after retiring and taking a celebratory trip to Alaska, Hilda and Toll returned home to their beloved mountains to build a lovely home and be surrounded by their family and friends. They created a welcoming home that would accommodate a lot of people because they planned on hosting family gatherings including breakfasts, weddings, showers, and reunions, and that they did. Hilda was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, but she attended First Baptist Church. She was a wonderful cook and loved to prepare meals for large groups such as the Lewis Family and others who were often invited over for breakfast or for the annual Madron Reunion which also included overnight guests. She also loved to travel and really enjoyed going on trips with her friends and family along with senior groups. Those left to cherish her memory include her son William E. Lewis and wife Michelle of Bear, DE; granddaughter, Hannah Lewis; step grandson, Gavin Brown; her dear sister, Hallie Madron Williams; sister-in-law, Sandra Madron; brothers-in-law: Earl Dean Lewis, Wallace Lewis and wife Ruby; Aunt, Jackie Thomas; Dear friend, Bud Brown; nieces: Leslie Reali, Tammy Madron, Missy Timbs, Kelly Moore, Wanda Greer, Rhonda Proffitt, Lisa Jane Lewis, Kathy Hanson, Betty Goff, Judy Danbury; nephews: Jimmy, Eric and Cody Madron; many great nieces and nephews in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and South Carolina; special friends: Patsy and Eddie Cavanaugh, Estelle Lewis, and Nancy Wills. The family would like to express many thanks to Nancy Townsend as the primary caregiver and to the many family members and friends who helped during this difficult time. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Mountain City Funeral Home. The funeral service will immediately follow with Pastor Ricky Campbell officiating. The graveside service and burial will follow from the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers will include Wayne Taylor, Earl Dean Lewis, Jerry Greer, Robert Wills, and Shooter Brown. Honorary pallbearer will be Eddie Townsend.	Madron, Hilda B. (I81421)
6117	MOUNTAIN CITY - John B. Shoun, age 80 of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away, Monday, October 23, 2017, at Greystone Healthcare Center in Blountville, TN. He was born on June 8, 1937, to the late Frank C. Shoun and Charlotte Elizabeth Bingham Shoun. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by a brother, Kempie Shoun. John was a wonderful (the very best ever) husband and father. He always had a calm demeanor and was a good neighbor. He loved going to Doe Valley Food Mart for coffee and always had his Levi Garrett chewing tobacco with him. He did not travel much but really enjoyed it when he did leave the farm. He was happiest when he was at home tending his cows and spending time with his family. He enjoyed helping others and spent his life doing so. He was a loyal "Ford Man" and loved Massey Ferguson tractors. John passing by in his red Ford pickup was a common and well recognized sight in Doe Valley. He had a special cat, Mama Cat and three very beloved grandpuppies Briggs, Piper, and the late Kayla. Johns life exemplified Christianity and was truly the last of a dying breed. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 51 years Carolyn A. Shoun; daughter, Elizabeth Leanne Shoun, and fiancé Scott Hodge, whom John thought of as a son; one sister, Carol Ann Shoun Clark and husband Robert ; one brother, Franklin Shoun, sister-in-law, Betty Parise and husband Ed; sister-in-law, Marilyn Cunningham and husband Dr. George Cunningham. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM on Saturday, October 28, 2017, from the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Gail Hartley, John Brookshire, and George Lowe officiating. Eulogy will be presented by nephew, Russell Parise. Honorary pallbearers and very special friends are Tom and Evelyn Dumond, Kevin Seatz, Glen Woodard, Jay Hodge, Kevin Proffitt, Danny Lowe, Keith Shatley, the late Dorsey Fletcher, Andy Isaacs, Bill Brookshire and John's coffee buddies from Doe Valley Food Mart.	Shoun, John B. (I58059)
6118	MOUNTAIN CITY - Larry Dean Doss, age 65, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday evening, March 8, 2019 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Bristol. He was born on July 10, 1953 in Mountain City, TN to the late William Raymond Doss and Vella Carrie Gentry Doss. Larry enjoyed going to yard sales and flea markets. For those who knew him he liked to sing. Those left to cherish his memories include his children, Chrissy Doss, Wendy Robinson, Cindy James, Blaine Doss, Jackie Doss and Jimmy Doss, sisters, Kathy Keith and Angie Owens, brothers, Randy Doss and L.J. Doss, fifteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Pastors Timmy Brolyes and Mike Bowers officiating. Graveside service and interment will follow the funeral service Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Damascus, VA; Pallbearers are Michael Gentry, Derrick Baker, Mike Crawford, Mark Davis, John Phillips and Lenny Zimburg. Honorary Pallbearer will be Landen Doss.	Doss, Larry Dean (I65213)
6119	MOUNTAIN CITY - Leta Grindstaff Lewis, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017 at Holston Valley Hospice, Kingsport, Tennessee. She was born on August 3, 1921 to the late Daniel and Ada Proffitt Grindstaff. In addition to her parents, Leta was preceeded in death by her husband of 74 years, Herbert Lewis, who passed away November 12, 2016; brothers: Edward Grindstaff of Mountain City and Thomas Grindstaff of Lexington, NC; sisters: Myrtle Forrester and Lena Garland, both of Mountain City and son-in-law, Jim Dugger of Kingsport. Leta was a graduate of Watauga Academy in Old Butler and the oldest member of Midway Baptist Church of Butler, Tennessee. Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter, Evelyn Dugger of Kingsport, TN; grandson, Layne Dugger and his wife Dianne; special great granddaughters, Reagan and Delaney Dugger, all of Windermere, FL; special nieces, Kathy G. Hinkle of Lexington, NC and Diane Hazelwood of VA; SPECIAL NIEGHBORS: Christal and Greg and Carolyn and Raymond and many special friends and neighbors. The family will receive friends from 3-4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 27, 2017 at the Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Greg Thompson and Pastor Chuck Morefield officiating. Special music will be provided by Tyler Thompson. Graveside service and interment will follow at the Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers are Larry Grindstaff (cousin), Larry Grindstaff (friend), Mack Holloway, Raymond Cress, Doyle Tester, Carl Trivett and Greg Pope.	Grindstaff, Leta (I12767)
6120	MOUNTAIN CITY - Lois Ann Adams, age 84, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at the Watauga Medical Center. She was born on April 19, 1931 to the late Roby J. Howard Sr. and Hallie Snyder Howard. In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel B. Adams Sr.; son, Ronald Howard Adams; sisters: Eula Howard Adams, Hester Howard Williams and Hazel Howard Congdon. Lois was a graduate of Johnson County High School and had attended Milligan College. She was a long time member of First Christian Church. She was a Prayer Warrior and loved baking Angel Food cakes to share with others. Lois lived her life as a true example of Christian Womanhood. Lois is survived by her son, Samuel B. Adams Jr. and wife Susan; sister, Trula Howard Muse; brothers: Roby Howard Jr. and wife Dottie, Malcolm Howard Sr. and wife Sue, and Earl Howard; grandchildren: Elizabeth Adams, Holly Adams and Rebecca Adams; many nieces and nephews; special friends: Freddie and Dolly Wilson; her church family and many more special friends and neighbors. Funeral Service will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2015 at the First Christian Church with Pastors Dwayne Dickson, James Bowman, Ken Caswell, Barry Sannes and Scott Plyler officiating. Pianist will be Nancy Drake. Graveside Service and Interment will follow at the Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews. Honorary pallbearers are Lois Ann's brothers.	Howard, Lois Ann (I47510)
6121	MOUNTAIN CITY - Loretta Jo Woodard, age 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on February 1, 2019 at her home, surrounded by family, following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 15, 1939 to the late Haynes H. and Euna Fritts Howard. In addition to her parents, Loretta was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, James 'JC' Woodard and brother, Haynes Howard Jr. Loretta was a gifted cook. She loved cooking and loved recipe books almost as much. She believed in taking care of each other and was always doing things for others. She has been there for many family members and friends through the years and when her husband JC became ill, she was there day and night, taking care of him. She loved her family very much, especially her grandsons. Loretta was a member of Nelson Chapel Baptist Church. Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter and son-in-law, Kimbrly Shaw and husband Steve; grandchildren, Devin Shaw and Tyler Shaw; special friends, Jean Wilson, Paula Manuel and members of her Nelson Chapel Sunday School Class. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. Monday, February 4, 2019 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Michael McNutt officiating. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at the Shoun-McEwen Cemetery. Pallbearers are Steve Shaw, Devin Shaw, Tyler Shaw, Scotty Campbell, Robert Wilson and Jim Howard. Honorary pallbearers are Lynn Campbell, Eric Cullop and Ross Dowell.	Howard, Loretta Jo (I65414)
6122	MOUNTAIN CITY - Lt. Marvin K. Fritts, age 55, of 146 Butler Lane, Mountain City, TN passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2016, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born January 7, 1961 to Kenneth Fritts and the late Carolyn Maiden. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by: grandparents, Dorothy Fritts-Hobson, John Milton Fritts, and Mae and Gene Brookshire. Marvin served in the United States Marine Corp. and the Mountain City Police Department for 27 years. He enjoyed running, playing music, boxing, and spending time with his kids. He was a fan of the Tennessee Volunteers. Marvin served as the D.A.R.E. Officer for several years and touched many lives by doing so. He is survived by his father, Kenneth Fritts and wife Bobbie; step father, Al Maiden; his fiancé, Chelsea Thomas; his two wonderful children, Caleb Kenneth Fritts and Elizabeth Furches; two sisters, Belinda McCoy, Kim Garland and husband Robby; one brother, Stuart Fritts; and nieces and nephews, Laura Johnson, Julia Haston, Ryan Garland, Brooke Garland, Noah Garland, Allison Fritts, Sydney Fritts, Lilly Johnson, Dane Johnson,Raegan Johnson, Brayden Garland, and Olivia Garland. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, July, 10, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., from the Johnson County High school Gymnasium with Mr. Dwayne Dickson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 -3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside service and interment will follow from Sunset Memorial Park with Military Honors accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be: Roger Gentry, Ron Shupe, Ken Lane, Steve McEwen, Joey Norris, Denver Church, Ronnie Thomas, and Jesse Thomas. Honorary pallbearers are Tom Neaves, Troy Fritts, Dan Lipford, Chris Brown, Doug Fritts, and Jeff Shelton.	Fritts, Marvin K. (I46264)
6123	MOUNTAIN CITY - Madge Marie Johnson Nave, age 101, of 5200 Roan Creek Road, Mountain City passed away on February 23, 2017. She was born October 25, 1915 in Johnson Hollow, Mountain City, TN to the late F.E. (Ed) Johnson and Maud Wagner Johnson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Worley Nave and by her precious twins, Eddy Nave of Elizabethton in 2002 and Judy Nave of Mountain City in 2008; special daughter-in-law, Brenda McQueen Nave of Elizabethton; sister, Rebecca Johnson Reece and husband Kermit Reece; brother, Martin Johnson and wife Hazel; sister-in-law, Nell Nave Rambo and husband Ohlan Rambo, and parents-in-law, Charlie and Ninnie Nave. Surviving loved ones include her loving daughter Mary Nave, of the home; niece, Susie Johnson Stovall and husband Charles; nephew, Charles Johnson and wife Luise; niece, Pat Rambo Luther; nephew Bob Rambo and wife Grace, and several great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Pleasant View Christian Church and attended First Christian Church of Mountain City. She retired after 30 years as a teacher in the Johnson County School System. She graduated from Johnson County High School, Virginia Intermont College, and E.T.S.U. She was also an artist. All are welcome to the graveside service and interment for Madge Marie Johnson Nave on Saturday, February 25, 2017 from the Mountain View Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dwayne Dickson, Pastor Ken Caswell, and Associate Pastor James Bowman officiating.	Johnson, Madge Marie (I40223)
6124	MOUNTAIN CITY - Margie Marie Baker Stout, age 101, passed away June 23, 2023 in Mountain City, TN. She was born in Kentucky on October 31, 1921, to the late Everette C. Baker and Cleda H. Surgener Baker. She married the love of her life, Ralph Greely Stout on October 11, 1941, and resided in Mountain City, TN for the remainder of her beautiful life. She was a loving mother of five children, Howard A. Stout (Wanda), Mary Elizabeth Stout Slatery (Patrick), Linda Sue Stout Nelson (Robert), Carole Ann Stout Shore (William), and Jeffrey Baker Stout (Laurie). In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Howard L. Baker and Jack C. Baker, her husband, Ralph G. Stout, and her youngest son, Jeffrey Baker Stout. Those left to cherish her memories include her four children, twelve grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, one nephew, Mike J. Baker (Barb), two nieces, Robin Baker Nyland (John), Jean Baker Garrison (Tom), nine great-grand-nieces and nephews and their families. While she had many dear friends over the years, she shared close relationships and special time with Nancy Wills, Wanda Payne, Sandra and Larry Hutchinson, Nancy Brown, Joe and Debbie Ray, Joe Sherwood, Cheryl Baker, and Warren Stewart. Margie attended Harlan High School where she was band sponsor, marching proudly in front with red roses her junior and senior years. She attended Lincoln Memorial University where she met her husband of 75 years. He became a jeweler and established his business in Mountain City with his father, Allen M. Stout. Ralph was a well-known referee and mayor of Mountain City for 17 years. Margie assisted in running the family business and the home, while Ralph pursued his career in sports officiating. Margie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and dear friend to this community. She enjoyed spending time sewing, knitting, baking, and gardening. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and Eastern Star. In lieu of flowers and food, friends and family may make a donation to the First Methodist Church of Mountain City. There will be a graveside service held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum in Mountain City, TN with Warren Stewart and John Crabtree officiating.	Baker, Marjorie Marie (I58644)
6125	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mary Arney Jeter, age 81, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 following an extended illness. She was born in Neva, TN to the late Kermit Arney and Una Dugger Arney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Wayne Arney; brothers-in-law, Steve Robbins and Jerry Dugger. Mary was a member of Vaughts Gap Baptist Church. She loved her family, church family and community and was always willing to help others. Her passion was being outside working in her garden. She was a wonderful cook and loved cooking for her family and neighbors. Mary was a graduate of ETSU where she graduated with a degree in education. She loved children and taught Kindergarten for 15 years. Mary was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother and will be truly missed. Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of 59 ½ years, Nelson Jeter; sons, Nelson Jeter Jr., and Nathan Jeter and wife Robin; grandchildren, Kathryn Jeter and Joshua Jeter; sister, Martha Dugger (and the late Jerry), Belle Cable and husband Ellis and Ruth Robbins (and the late Steve); brother, Glenn Arney and wife Elena; sister-in-law, Ida Lee Arney (and the late Wayne); several nieces and nephews and her church family. The family will receive friends from 1-3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2018 at the Vaughts Gap Baptist Church. Funeral service will follow with Pastor Chuck Morefield officiating. Graveside service and interment will follow at the Mast Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Nathan Jeter, Joshua Jeter, Dwayne Arney, Ellis Cable, Dillion McQueen and Danny Eller.	Arney, Mary Emma (I60502)
6126	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mary J. Swift, age 76, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Johnson City Medical Center after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She was born on April 30, 1943, in Mountain City, Johnson County, TN to the late Ray W. Ward and Nora Lee (Cress) Ward. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Theodore 'Ted' Shores. Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of 48 years, Jack Swift; sister, Nancy Carol Shores; special friend of many years, Margaret Cress; niece, Debbie Flanders and husband John of Sherman, TX; nephew, Greg Swift and wife Sheila of Powell, TN; cousins, Roy, David and Richard Snyder, Hal and Wayne Ward, Bob Miller, Margaret Myers and Albert Cress, and many more special friends and neighbors. Mary was a member of First Christian Church and of the Joy Sunday School Class. She was past President of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #61 and past Secretary of the Johnson County Historical Society. In her spare time, Mary loved to go shopping. The family will receive friends from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 2, 2019 at the Mountain City Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Minister Dwayne Dickson officiating. Music will be provided by Janice Ashley, pianist and Nancy Davis, soloist. Private family graveside and entombment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the Sunset Memorial Park Mausoleum. Pallbearers are Bill Ward, Mark Ward, Wayne Ward, Richard 'Dick' Snyder, Joe Ray and Bo Henson. Honorary pallbearers are Roy Snyder, Scott Pyler, Bob Miller, David Snyder and David Timbs.	Ward, Mary Joann (I715)
6127	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mary J.(Neatherly) Barker, age 96, of Mountain City, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017 at the Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, VA. She was born December 14, 1920, in Johnson County TN to the late Walter Neatherly and Ellen Tester Neatherly. In addition to her parents Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Robert 'RJ' Barker, three sisters, Mable C. Gentry, Marjorie Stump and Christine E. Morefield, brothers, James Neatherly and Earl Neatherly. Mary graduated high school in Mendota, VA. She worked at Monroe Calculating Machines of Bristol, Virginia for 20 years until its closing. She was a housewife and loved being with her family and will be missed by all who knew her. Mary was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She is survived by one sister, Peggy Fleenor of Bristol, VA, four nieces; Linda Rhyne and Josephine Agrillo of Sebastian, FL; Donna Chavis of Columbia SC and Judy Housewright of Mt Carmel, TN, one nephew, Jack Morefield of Newbern, NC, good friends and neighbors Carolyn and Danny Eller. Funeral service for Mary will be Thursday April 13, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. from Mountain City Funeral Home with Preacher David Burton to officiate. Graveside service and burial will follow from the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Grindstaff, Danny Grindstaff, Rick Moore and friends of the family. Honorary pallbearers are men of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 1-3:00 p.m. prior to the service.	Neatherly, Mary Jewell (I33763)
6128	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mary June Wallace, age 88, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019. She was born on June 30, 1931, in Zionville, North Carolina to the late William Aaron Stephens and Jessie Wilson Stephens. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband Bruce Wallace and a sister, Anna Mae Williams. Mary was an employee of Shadowline for 30 years and a member of Zionville Baptist Church Those left to cherish her memories include, her sister Mancy Setzer, Niece Lisa Conner & Husband Michael, Nephew Aaron Setzer & wife Sherry. Great Nieces and Nephews; Sam Connor, Andy Connor & Sarah Reyes. Special friends, Michaline Greer, Rebecca Wagner and Charlotte Thomas The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral to follow at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Rick Thomason and Rev. Frank Johnson to officiate. Special Music will be by Bobby McGee. The Graveside Service and Entombment will follow from the Zionville Baptist Church Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Tommy Stephens, Bobby McGee, Joe Proffitt, Jeff Wagner, Darrell Osborne, Carl Stephens and Sam Connor. Honorary Pallbearers are member of Zionville Baptist Church.	Stephens, Mary June (I76386)
6129	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mary Sue Peck, age 75, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away at her daughter's residence on Saturday, August 17, 2019. Mary was born in Johnson County, TN on February 2, 15, 1944, to the late Ben L. Greer and Lorne Price Greer. In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her Grandparents, Roby and Viola Price and John and Omie Greer; Sisters, Geraldine Greer and Christine Pleasant; Brothers, Carl Greer, Ralph Greer, and Harold Greer; grandson, Jason Davis; several aunts and uncles. Mary worked as a caregiver, taking care of many in the area. Mary was well suited for this, as she enjoyed taking care of other people. When Mary wasn't working, she enjoyed baking and spending time with her friends and family. Those left to cherish Mary's memory are her daughter, Lora Cable and husband Justin of Butler, TN; 3 sons Terry Davis and wife Pammy of Mountain City, TN, Billy Davis of the home, and Freddy Potter of Wilkes, NC; 3 brothers Bill, Wayne, and David Greer all of Mt. City, TN; 10 grandchildren Ryan Snyder, Benji Stout, Joshua, Joey, and Tiffany Davis, Tosha, Jordan, and Morgan Potter, Kay Harper, and Cecil Wentworth; 18 great-grandchildren Matthey, Destani, Rihanna, November, Nitrous, and Ryan Snyder, Jr, Navaeh and Paris Davis, Kenneth Lipford, Kyndle Davis, Lucas, Serena, and Jasmine Wentworth, Quinton, Riley, McKenzie, Lexi, and Harlynn Potter; several nieces and nephews, as well as, special friends Dot Canter, Buster Fritts, and Shirley Phipps. Services for Mary will be held at 8pm on Wednesday, August 21, 2019, in the Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel at Hux & Lipford Funeral Home in Mountain City, TN with Roy Wilson to officiate. The family will receive friends from 6pm – 8pm prior to the service. Graveside service will be at 11 am on Thursday, August 22, 2019, at the Rocksprings Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be TJ Brown, Adam Worley, Chris Brown, Eddie Tester, William Rigsby, and James Shriner. Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Hagler and Buster Fritts.	Greer, Mary Sue (I74406)
6130	MOUNTAIN CITY - Miss Georgia Marie Johnson, age 99, of Mountain City, passed away Monday, February 6, 2006, at Watauga Medical Center. Miss Johnson was a lifelong resident of Johnson County and was a daughter of the late Arthur Glenn and Oma Payne Johnson. She was a retired school teacher and taught in the Johnson County School System and Bristol Tennessee School System. She was a member of the Johnson County Retired Teachers Association, member of the Johnson County Historical Society, and a member of Daughters of the American Revolution. Georgia was an accomplished artist and author. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Beatrice Johnson; and a brother, Orville Johnson. Survivors included her cousins of the Johnson and Payne Families and her many friends. The family will receive friends from 12 until 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at the First United Methodist Church with the service to follow at 1 p.m. with James Hutchinson, Minister, and the Rev. Larry Rye officiating. Pallbearers will be men of First United Methodist Church. The interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Condolences may be made online at www.mountaincityfuneralhome.com.	Johnson, Georgia Marie (I2137)
6131	MOUNTAIN CITY - Mrs. Frances Wilson Smith, age 92, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at the Mountain City Care Center. Mrs. Smith was born on November 11, 1926 to the late Tyler and Anna (Wills) Wilson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Fred Lee Smith Jr. who passed away in 1985; two brothers, J.T. Wilson and Paul Wilson and one sister, Mabel Shoun. Mrs. Smith was a member of First Christian Church of Mountain City, Friendship Sunday School Class, H.I.S (His In Service), Nellie Bryan Guild (Ladies organization) and member of the church choir. She was a member of the following community organizations: Eastern Star, Rotary Club, Family and Community Education Club, Retired Teachers Organization and the Wednesday Music Club, where she held various roles through the years. Mrs. Smith received her BS and Masters Degree + 45 hours from the University of Tennessee. She retired from the Johnson County School System in 1998 after being employed for 46 years. During this time she was Vocational Director the last 15 years and was very active in the community and state activities. Mrs. Smith was instrumental in development of the Aquaculture Program at the Johnson County Vocational School. In 1998 she received the Honorary FFA Degree and the FFA Eagle Award. In 2004 she was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. She loved her community and her county and was always volunteering for various charities. Mrs. Smith was a big UT football and basketball fan. She had even played basketball at Tennessee Wesleyan College, Athens, TN and University of Tennessee. Those left to cherish her memories include a daughter, Gaylia Leigh Whetsel; grandson, Eric Lee Whetsel, all of Johnson City, a sister, Mary Earle Elliott of Gate City, VA, special niece, Dinah Jeffries; nieces, Anna Catherine Graunke and JoAnn Elliott; nephews, Paul Shoun Jr., Wilson Elliott and Marshall Elliott and several great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6-8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at the First Christian Church. Funeral service will follow at 8:00 p.m. with Pastor Dwayne Dickson officiating. Eulogy will be given by Minnie Miller and special prayer by Buddy Zuercher. Special music will be under the direction of Nancy Davis and Annette Greer. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the Phillippi Cemetery. First Christian Church Elders and Deacons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Shine, Dr. Khan, Daniel Jones, John Payne and Eastern Star and Rotary Club Members.	Wilson, Frances G. (I66319)
6132	MOUNTAIN CITY - Nannie Kate Swift, age 90, of Swift Hollow Rd., Mountain City, TN went home to be with her Lord on Sunday morning July 9, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Nannie Kate was born April 11, 1933 to the late Allen and Millicent Stout. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two infants; two sisters, Della Faye and Rosa Lee and two nephews, Bob and Albert. Nannie Kate was a quiet, simple lady. She worked at Leco and Levi manufacturing for many years. Nannie Kate served with the Crewettes (wives of Johnson County Rescue Squad men) for several years. She loved to work in her flowers. She was a faithful wife and homemaker to Dearl for 73 years. Nannie Kate was a devoted member of Dewey Christian Church. Those left to cherish her memories include her husband, Dearl Swift; two nephews, Dean and Timmy, and sister-in-law, Babe. The family will receive friends from 12:00–1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Mountain City Funeral Home with funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. with Minister C.D. Bud Gentry officiating. Graveside service and burial will follow from the Wilson Cemetery.	Stout, Nannie Kate (I51822)
6133	MOUNTAIN CITY - Odell Johnson, age 82, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at his home. Odell was born November 16, 1936 in Johnson County, TN to the late Don Allen Johnson and Geneva Belle Edminsten Johnson. In addition to his parents Odell was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Lucille Owens Johnson, his second wife, Martha Louise Arnold Johnson, brother, Allen Johnson and nephew, Bill Johnson. Odell was a 1955 graduate of Johnson County High School. He retired from Burlington Industries. He was with the Johnson County Rescue Squad for 15 years, Johnson County School Board 10 years, Johnson County Planning Commission 20 years, and Tri State Growers for 10 years. Odell was a member of the American Legion and Tennessee Cattlemen's Association. All who knew him knew he loved to work the farm, garden and travel. Odell was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of Corinth Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Laura Grinstead Johnson; brothers, Frank Johnson and wife Betty, Scott Johnson and wife Linda all of Mountain City, TN and Glenn 'Cotton' Johnson and friend Shirley of Bristol, TN; stepdaughters, Abigail Beale and husband Jerry of Greensboro, NC and Laurie Conrad and husband Jeff of Vansant, VA; stepsons, James L. Huggins and Joseph E. Huggins of Ashtabula, OH; step grandchildren, Natasha Keen, Jeffrey Conrad, Reanna Conrad, Ronnie Conrad, Lindsay Campbell, Niveta Beale; step-greatgrandchildren, Annaleigha Keen, Kaiden Keen and Grayson Conrad; special cousins, William Edminsten, Baxter Edminsten, Joe Edminsten, Nancy Trexler, Mary Shores and Reecie Craig; several nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends, Terry Reece, Coy Miller, Aaron Miller, Larry Triplett (who passed away 2 weeks prior to Odell), Ronnie Triplett, Mike Reece, Mary Jane Johnson, Rick Thomason, Jana Lee Thomas, Darrell Thomas, Hilda Wilson, Derick Wilson, Joe and Fran Phillips. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 6, 2019 at the Mountain City Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Billy Morefield and Odell's brother, Preacher Frank Johnson officiating. Special music will be provided by the Laurel Creek Boys. Pallbearers will be Bob Stansbery, Rocky Johnson, Ronnie Johnson, Zach Johnson, Jerry Beale and Shawn Perry. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Triplett, Mike Wills, Chris Reece, George Lowe, James Icenhour, Tom Nelson, Glenn Robinson and Johnny Robinson. Graveside service and burial with military honors conducted by the Johnson County Honor Guard will follow the funeral at the Phillippi Cemetery.	Johnson, Odell (I74177)
6134	MOUNTAIN CITY - Richard Michael 'Mike' 'Club" Blevins, age 67, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2017 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. He was born on September 7, 1949 to Earlene Cress Blevins and the late Dick Blevins. In addition to his father, Mike was preceded in death by a brother, David Edward Blevins. Mike was a contractor for many years and in 1978 he opened his own restaurant in Mountain City, Mike's Bar-B-Que. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoyed his guns and reloading his own ammunition. In addition to his mother, Earlene; Mike is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Sarah Blevins of Leland, NC; special friend like a son, Robbie Bradley of Elizabethton, TN, Boy Dog, two nieces, Nikki Blevins Sawyers and Brandy Blevins Childester, mother of his son, Beverly Blevins of Lottsburg, VA; and many, many special friends.	Blevins, Richard Michael "Mike" (I53179)
6135	MOUNTAIN CITY - Roger L. Blankenbeckler, age 65, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Johnson County Community Hospital. He was born on April 11, 1953 to Dorothy Osborne Blankenbeckler and the late Loyd Blankenbeckler, who passed away October 8, 2018. Like his father, Roger was a gifted musician and singer. He could play several instruments but his favorite was the steel guitar. Roger loved being outdoors any chance that he could. He especially enjoyed just being able to relax and watch birds, animals and anything nature. Roger also liked to cook outside in his dutch oven. He could cook just about anything in it. He enjoyed browsing the internet at times and even set up his own website THE ROADHOUSE. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 36 years, Charlene Blevins Blankenbeckler; his mother, Dorothy, all of Mountain City, TN; daughter, Miranda L. Blankenbeckler of Columbus, GA; brother, David Lee Blankenbeckler and wife Christi, also of Mountain City, TN; granddaughter, Ava Grace Valencia, also of Columbus, GA; nieces, Whitney and Logan. It was Roger's wish to be cremated and that no formal service be held.	Blankenbeckler, Roger L. (I66133)
6136	MOUNTAIN CITY - Walter Atlee" Jack" Lowe, Sr., 91, of 947 Slabtown Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday November 21, 2018, at the Lakebridge Health Care Center of Johnson City, TN. Jack was born on August 27, 1927, in Carter County, TN to the late Henry Edgar Lowe, Sr. and Florence Jordan Lowe. Jack was also predeceased in death by his wife Sommai Lowe and stepfather Lionel L.D. Lowe as well as his brother Henry E. Lowe, Jr. Mr. Lowe was a true Southern gentleman who loved his country. He served 27 years combined in the TN Guard, US Navy, and US Air Force. He entered the Navy at the ripe age of 17, serving as a radar man during WWII and participated in the A-bomb testing at Bikini Atoll. He became a Shellback and member of the Order of the Neptune after crossing the equator on a ship. He continued his service during the Vietnam War as a Master Sargant in the US Air Force, earning a Bronze Star and serving in the National Emergency Airborne Command Post (NEACP) under the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He loved gardening and collecting Oscar winning movies as well as supporting his football teams, the Washington Redskins and the Tennessee Volunteers. Jack was a Graduate of Johnson County High School. Those left to cherish his memory are his two daughters; Cat-Thee Dingus and husband Chris, Kingsport, TN and Deborah Sword and husband Ronnie, Oviedo, FL; a son, Walter 'Dub' Lowe and wife Louise, Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Catelin Dingus, Katherine Sword, and Ron Sword; his former spouse and friend Mary Lou Hajducsek. The family of Jack Lowe would like to thank Dr. David Jones, the VA Hospital at Mountain Home, Lakebridge Health Care Center, and Visiting Angels, especially Sara Reece. Funeral Services for Walter Atlee 'Jack' Lowe Sr. will be conducted at 6pm Sunday, November 25, 2018, at the Charles B. Hux Chapel of Hux & Lipford Funeral Home with Chaplin Dwight McPherson to officiate. The family will receive friends from 5pm to 6pm prior to the funeral service. Graveside service with Military Honors Accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard will be held at 11am Monday, November 26, 2018, in the Lowe Cemetery on Slabtown Road.	Lowe, Walter Atlee "Jack" (I67054)
6137	MOUNTAIN CITY - We are saddened to announce the passing of Ardna M. Campbell, age 95, of Mountain City, TN late Sunday night at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born October 9, 1925 to the late Edgar Everette Sluder and Gracie Eleanor Robinette Sluder. She was a member of Central Baptist Church, an original member of Johnson County Crewettes, an accomplished seamstress and quilter and she enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband W. Dale Campbell in 2006; son Randy Campbell; two sisters: Viola Pierce and Mabel McQueen; two grandsons: Carnice Campbell and infant grandson Jarrett Reece. Those left to cherish her memory include: two daughters: Belinda (Tom) Reece and Joy Snyder, both of Mountain City, TN; two sons: Terry (Pat) Campbell of Franklin, NC and Lynn (Shirley) Campbell of Mountain City, TN; sister: Bertha Hutchinson of Knoxville, TN; nine grandchildren: Stacey Reece, Brad Reece, Tim Campbell, Matt Campbell, Courtney Garrett, Scotty Campbell, Lindsey Campbell, Malori Gentry and Trent Snyder; thirteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Special friend Linda Eggers also survives. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in Blevins Cemetery in Shady Valley, TN with preacher Rick Thomason officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Stacey Reece, Brad Reece, Tim Campbell, Matt Campbell, Courtney Garrett, Scotty Campbell, Lindsey Campbell, Malori Gentry and Trent Snyder.	Sluder, Ardna Marie (I81189)
6138	MOUNTAIN CITY – Edna D. Arnold, age 89, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at the Watauga Medical Center, Boone, North Carolina. Mrs. Arnold was born on December 20, 1919, in Mountain City, Tennessee, to the late James (Jim) and Tishia Tilley Howard. She enjoyed church activities, quilting, crocheting, knitting, garden work, canning and her flowers. She was a member of Roan Creek Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Arnold was preceded in death by her husband, Herman W. Arnold; one sister, Pearl Elsie Taylor; three brothers: Fred, Russell and Glen Howard; and a grandson, Travis Phillips. Survivors include her daughter, Elizabeth "Louise" Phillips and husband, Dale, of Mountain City, TN; three sons: Albert Glen Arnold and wife, Sarah, Raymond Claude Arnold and wife, Joan, and James "Willie" Arnold and wife, Millie, all of Mountain City, TN; grandchildren: Steven Arnold, of Lenoir, NC, Dawn Oswald and husband, Dean, of Houston, Texas, Tishia Tedder and husband, Daniel, Raina Sluder and husband, Craig, Eddy Phillips and wife, Amy, and Kevin Phillips, Jeffrey Arnold and wife, Cheryll, all of Mountain City, TN, Stefanie Arnold, of Atlanta, GA, and Wesley Arnold and wife, Sybil, of Hendersonville, NC; great grandchildren: Kalli Sluder, Dalton Sluder, Chase Phillips, Tyler Phillips, Luke Phillips and Parker Derry; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2009, from Roan Creek Baptist Church. A Funeral Service will follow at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday with Pastor Harry Cunningham and Rev. Derl McCloud officiating. Music will be under the direction of the Roan Creek Baptist Church Choir and special music by Rev. Derl McCloud. A Graveside Service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2009, from the Dunn Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Deacons of the Church: Tommy Nelson, Bob Heck, Wade Thomas, Junior Eastridge, Tommy Wallace and Charlie Woods.	Howard, Edna D. (I27502)
6139	MOUNTAIN CITY – Ray Arnold, 76, 605 Claude Warren Road, died Tuesday, May 21, 2002, at his residence. Mr. Arnold was a Johnson County native and a son of the late Jessie Arnold and Emma Payne Arnold. He retired from Brown Brothers Construction. Mr. Arnold was a World War II Army veteran and a Purple Heart recipient. He was a member of Rainbow Baptist Church. Mr. Arnold was preceded in death by three brothers, Herman Arnold, Denville Arnold and Melvin Arnold; five sisters, Pearl Shelley, Vica Lewis, Lela Hammons, Lorraine Farmer and Lucille Walsh. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Maude Lee Pardue Arnold; one daughter, Sharon Arnold, Mountain City; three sons, Bobby Ray Arnold, Eugene Arnold and Mike Arnold, all of Mountain City; three sisters, Opal Gambill and Nina Tedder, both of Mountain City, and Oshea Norris, Newark, Del.; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Ray Arnold, age 76, of 605 Claude Warren Road, Mountain City, Tennessee, will be held 3:00 P.M. Friday at the Hux-Lipford Funeral Home chapel with J.C. Greene and Mack Tester to officiate. Pallbearers will be Grandchildren. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rainbow Church Building Fund. Military graveside services will follow in the Rainbow Cemetery accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard. Family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home chapel.	Arnold, Albert Rhea (I8807)
6140	MOUNTAIN CITY – Gatha Arnold, age 87, of Swift Hollow Road , Mountain City, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2006, at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. Gatha was born on May 7, 1919, in Johnson County to the late J.B. and Lizzie Swift Arnold. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during WW II and was a member of the Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pearl Hubbard; and four brothers, Clarence, Joseph, Boyd and Spencer Arnold. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Laura Swift Arnold; his son, Paul Arnold and wife, Wanda, of Mountain City; his sister, Betty Collins, of Stoney Creek; his brother, John Arnold and wife, Karen, of Mountain City; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 24, 2006, at Mountain City Funeral Home with the service to follow at 8:00 p.m. with Virgil Cretsinger, Minister, and Herman Trivette, Minister, officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 25th, at Wilson Cemetery. Military Rites will be conducted by the Johnson County Honor Guard.	Arnold, Gatha (I15523)
6141	MOUNTAIN CITY – Mrs. Lois Marie Horne Cress, age 66, of 158 J. Cress Road, Mountain City, TN went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Christ Jesus on Sunday, April 19, 2009, in the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She was the daughter of Elizabeth Norris Horne and the late Burnis Horne. Mrs. Cress was a seamstress for thirty-five years at Levi Strauss and her hobbies included gardening, sewing and canning. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Jewel Cress. Survivors, in addition to her mother, include: her husband, Joe Mack Cress, of the home; one son: Nathaniel Steven Cress of Lowell, NC; one sister: Alice Roberts and husband Gary of Mountain City, TN; one brother: Joe Horne and wife Carol of Mountain City, TN; two nephews: Timothy Horne of Mountain City, TN and Gary Horne of Strawberry Plains, TN; five wonderful sisters-in-law: Carol Horne, Margaret Cress, Ann Cress, Charlotte Cress, all of Mountain City, TN and Dorothy Cress of Midlothian, VA. Funeral services for Lois Marie Horne Cress will be conducted at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2009, from Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Steven Spencer, Mr. Michael Icenhour, and Mr. Haskel Ingram officiating. Music will be by Calvary Baptist Church Choir. Graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 23, 2009, from Browns Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be: Timothy Horne, Gary Horne, Jim Cress, John Cress, Sam Cress and Dennis Lewis. Honorary pallbearers will be Men's Sunday School Class and Deacons of Calvary Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. prior to the funeral service.	Horne, Lois Marie (I350)
6142	Mountain City – Isaac Eller, age 78, of 891 Shingle Town Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on October 19, 2017, at the residence. He was born May 30th, 1939 in Johnson County, TN to the late Bruce and Grace Allen Eller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Jean Eastridge, as well as his son, Travis Eller. He is survived by his son, Gregg Eller, Mountain City, TN a daughter Lisa Eller, Mountain City, TN and grandchildren Kevin and David Eller. Military grave side services for Mr. Eller will be held at 2 pm on Thursday, October 26th, from the Wesley Chapel Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard.	Eller, Isaac Frank (I56965)
6143	MOUNTAIN CITY – Mr. Billy Carroll Brookshire, better known as "Bill", age 85 of Mountain City, passed away Sunday morning, November 11, 2018 at his home. Mr. Brookshire was born in Mountain City, TN on June 7, 1933 to the late Samuel Stacy and Bonnie Mae Carver Brookshire. He was one of the original founders of Johnson County Bank in 1975 and he became president in 1983, and he had served on the JCB Board of Directors consistently through the years. Mr. Brookshire is survived by his two loving daughters, Teresa Sillstrop and husband, Ted, of Greer, SC and Bonnie Reece and husband, Chris, of Mountain City, TN; his sister, Nancy Garrick, of Mountain City, TN; his two brothers, Richard Brookshire and wife Lillian, of Boone, NC, and Jack Brookshire and wife, Louise, of Maryland; several nieces and nephews and his extended family, the employees of Johnson County Bank and their spouses, and many special friends. He also liked spending time with his two step grandchildren, Jack Dedrick and Anna Marie Dedrick, both of Wilmington, NC. Bill will be fondly remembered by his friends and family as deeply devoted to his daughters and their deceased mother Myrtle Duncan Brookshire. Since he lost his father in his teens, as the eldest son, Bill became the patriarch on whom his mother and siblings could rely for help and support. Some of the community projects Bill enjoyed supporting included the 4-H Poultry Project, Little League Baseball teams, Heritage Hall, The JC Arts Center, and The JC Senior Heating Assistance. Bill Brookshire was the quintessential self-made man who achieved success in life with passion, courage, and dedication. Because of his energy and ingenuity, he was able to live well, but he also lived good. He cared about the people of our community and often reached out to those in need. His willingness to step out at great risk in order to grow a new bank for our community showed strength and courage. This bold move contributed to the growth of Johnson County on many levels. Because of his accomplishments and contributions to our county, Bill Brookshire's legacy will live on for generations. And as Shakespeare wrote: His life was gentle, and the elements mixed so well in him that Nature might stand up and say to all the world, This was a man. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 7:00pm at Dewey Christian Church, 3548 Hwy 67W, with Preacher C.D. "Bud" Gentry and Preacher Frank Ransom officiating. A private burial will be held at Brookshire Cemetery with Preacher Bill Worley officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00pm on Wednesday, November 14, 2018; three hours prior to the funeral service. Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to: Johnson County Senior Heating Assistance, PO Box 208, Mountain City, TN 37683. Pallbearers are as follow: Dennis Wills, Gavin Reece, Roger Reece, Matthew Lewis, Jamie Meade and Daniel McEwen. Honorary pallbearers are as follow: Ricky Brookshire, Truett Pleasant, Tim Brown, Brad Reece, William Cockett, Christopher Mullins, Tommy Greene, Gerald Buckles, George Lowe, Freddy Norris, Porter Stout, Paul Dunn, Danny Hammons, Carroll Garland, Doug Blevins and Mike Wills.	Brookshire, Bill Carroll (I65551)
6144	MOUNTAIN CITY — Opal I. Gambill, age 83, of 204 Church Lane, Mountain City, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, August 2, 2006, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Elizabethton, TN. She was a native of Johnson County and was born May 5, 1923, to the late Jess and Emma Payne Arnold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Gambill, who were married for 63 years; also by Five sisters: Pearl Shelly, Lela Hammons, Vica Lewis, Lucille Walsh and Lorean Farmer; Four brothers: Denvil Arnold, Herman Arnold, Marvin Arnold and Ray Arnold. She was an active member of the Ackerson Creek Church of Christ, a life time member of the American Legion Post #6908 and the VFW and was retired from Melville Shoe Company. She loved cooking and caring for her family. Survivors include four sons: Bill and wife, Brenda Gambill, of Mountain City, Earl and wife, Mary Ann Gambill, of Mountain City, Sonny and Wife, Gail Gambill, of Mountain City, Adopted Son: Bob and wife Melinda Heck, of Mountain City; Two sisters: Nina Tedder, of Mountain City, Oshea Kirby, Newark, Delaware; Six Grandchildren: Joyce Travis, Lisa Fields, Billy Gambill, Bev Fletcher, Wayne Gambill and Mischelle Simcox; Special Friends: Mrs. Ellen Roark. Twelve Great Grandchildren, Several Nieces and Nephews also survive. Funeral services for Opal I. Gambill will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 4, 2006, from the Chapel of the Henson Funeral Home with Mr. Gary Gambill, Kenneth Caswell and Wayne Gambill to Officiate. Music will be under the Direction of Walter and Pam Johnson. Graveside services and Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 5, 2006, from the Dunn Memorial Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be: Wayne Gambill, Billy Gambill, Eugene Arnold, Glen Gambill, Terry Gambill, Russell Lewis, Bobby Ray Arnold and Willie Arnold. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Funeral Home Chapel prior the services and other times friends may call at residence, 204 Church Lane, Mountain City, at anytime.	Arnold, Opal (I8841)
6145	MOUNTAIN CITY — Alex Snyder, age 94, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. He was born on March 12, 1922, to the late Noah and Ollie Martin Snyder. In addition to his parents, Alex was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Nave Snyder, who passed away on January 23, 2012; sisters, Eureka Grindstaff and Susie Kimberlin; and brothers, Martin Snyder, D.L. Snyder, Robert Snyder and Sanford Snyder. Like most men of his generation, Alex was a proud American Farmer but his true love was carpentry work. He was an avid Atlanta Braves and TN Vols fan. Alex loved his family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren beyond measure and he always had time for his family. He was a lifelong member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Those left to cherish his memories include his daughter, Kathy Greever; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Helen Snyder, all of Mountain City, TN; grandchildren, Amanda Greever of Louisville, TN, Chad Greever and wife Amber, Tracy Snyder and wife Wendy, all of Mountain City, TN and Rebekah Davenport and husband Charles of Beaumont, TX; great grandchildren, Trey Snyder and Emily Snyder; several cousins, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1 - 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with the funeral service following at 2:00 p.m. with Pastors Jim Norman, Steven Spencer and Bill Worley officiating. Special music will be provided by the Church Choir. Graveside Service and Interment will follow at the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chad Greever, Tracy Snyder, Larry Snyder, Rick Moore, Larry Wilson and Kenneth Roman. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Robert Griffith, Bill Wilson, Melvin Humphrey, Jerry Grindstaff, Blake Atwood, and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Mens Sunday School Class.	Snyder, Alexander Schuyler (I33902)
6146	MOUNTAIN CITY — Betty V. Stout, age 79, of Mountain City, TN, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2010, at 607 Fairground Lane. She was a native of Kennett Square, PA, before moving to Mountain City, TN. She was a member of First Baptist of Mountain City. She was a homemaker and beautician for many years. She was a lover of the ocean and an avid poker player. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Ann Vaught; her husband, John Stout; daughter, Suzanne Stout Jones; one brother, James Vaught; and two sisters, Phyllis Neibeling and Dorothy Wills. Survivors include nieces, Deborah Miller and husband, Roger, Kathy Vaught, Tina Reyes, Carol Neibeling, Terry Neibeling, Cindy Mikesell; nephews, Skip Wills and wife, Margaret, and Kirk Walker and wife, Sandy; a special friend and caregiver, Elaine Henley; and her faithful companion, "Chester." The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2010, in the Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel at Hux-Lipford Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m. Dr. Tom Peake will officiate. Special music will be by Janice Russell. A graveside service will be held at 12:00 noon Friday, October 8, 2010, at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Skip Wills, Steve Arnold, Joe Atwood, Kirk Walker, Roger Miller and Erby Howard. Honorary pallbearers will be Coach Arnold and Larry Sluder.	Vaught, Betty (I37387)
6147	MOUNTAIN CITY — Blanche Belle Ward, age 97, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 29, 2012 at the Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was a life-long resident of Johnson County, the daughter of the late John and Mattie Courtner. In addition to her parents, Blanche was preceded in death by her husband Wade Ward; three sisters, two brothers and two nephews. Blanche was a member of Liberty Christian Church and a former employee of Blue Ridge Shoe Company. She is survived by her brother, James Courtner and wife Mary of Hudson, NC; two daughters: Mary Miller of Mountain City, TN and Carolyn Hemming of Jefferson, NC; a son, Eddie Ward and wife Wanda of Jonesborough, TN; ten grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 2, 2012 from the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with Pastors Denton Hart and Steven Spencer to officiate. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside Service and Interment will follow in the Brown Cemetery (behind Pine Grove Baptist Church). Grandsons and family will serve as pallbearers. The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the caregivers of Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center, Caris Hospice and Dr. James Shine and staff for the loving care provided to Blanche. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials in Blanche's memory be made to the Johnson County Emergency Rescue Squad, 203 Vandilla Street, Mountain City, TN 37683.	Courtner, Blanche Belle (I11546)
6148	MOUNTAIN CITY — Charles Robert "Bob" Cress, age 87, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 24, 2007, in Johnson City Medical Center. Mr. Cress was born December 10, 1920, in Johnson County to the late L.N. "Bud" Cress and Minnie Wilson Cress. He was a farmer and was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a stepmother, Thelma Church Cress; and a brother, William Clarence Cress. Survivors include a sister, Margaret Cress, of Mountain City; five brothers, Jack C. Cress and wife, Charlotte, Joe Mack Cress and wife, Lois, both of Mountain City, John Cress, of Morristown, Jim Cress and wife, Dorothy, of Midlothian, VA, and Sam Cress and wife, Ann, of Mountain City; four nieces, Katherine Lowman, Pam Johnson, Perriann Stanley and Karen Sullivan; and nephew, Steve Cress. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 28, 2007, at Pine Grove Baptist Church with the service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Haskel Ingram and Rev. Mike Penley officiating. Pallbearers will be Billy Ward, Mark Ward, Danny Grindstaff, John Shull, Pat Conville, Richard Snyder, Jerry Stanley and Jack Ward. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Shull, Allen Snyder, William Arnold, Wade Snyder, Bill Shepherd, Dean Stout, Jim Snyder, Tony Milam and Steve Cress. Burial will follow in Brown Cemetery.	Cress, Charles Robert "Bob" (I382)
6149	MOUNTAIN CITY — Dallas Jasper Morefield, age 84, of 740 Sprucy Lane, Mountain City, TN, passed away Friday, November 5, 2010, at the Veterans Administration, Mountain Home, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie N. and Relda Gentry Morefield. He was a native of Johnson County, where he served in the US Army during World War II and Korea. He was a carpenter and a retired farmer for many years. Dallas enjoyed cooking, hunting, fishing and playing bingo. He was a member of Dewey Christian Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Morefield; and two sisters, Ruby Danner and Virgie Forrester; three brothers, Oscar, Carson and Emmett Morefield; and sister-in-law, Wanda Morefield. Survivors include: one daughter; Betty Morefield, two sons; Lester Morefield and Jack Morefield, all of Mountain City, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Virginia Morefield, of Mountain City, Tennessee; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 7, 2010, in the Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel of the Hux-Lipford Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Manuel officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. prior to the service. Military honors will be at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, November 8, 2010, at the Wilson Cemetery.	Morefield, Dallas Jasper (I34605)
6150	MOUNTAIN CITY — Frances Adlee Walker Robinson, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2011, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on February 16, 1915, in Neva, Tennessee, daughter of the late William Roby and Sally Stout Walker. In addition to her parents, Adlee was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Robinson; and several brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. She was a former employee of Michael's Department Store, where she had worked for almost 40 years. Adlee was very active and enjoyed life to the fullest and had participated in the Senior Citizens Center exercise program for many years. She liked sewing, crocheting, working in her garden and canning, reading, working word and jigsaw puzzles and traveling. She was a member of First Baptist Church for 70 years and was an active member in CARE. Adlee was a former Sunday School teacher, where she had taught both children's and adult classes. She was also an active member in both the WMU and Baptist Women's Leader. Adlee is survived by daughters and sons-in-law: Jane and Ralph Walters, of Elizabethtown, KY, Kay and Wayne Smith, of Kingston, TN, and Charlene and Kyle Kelley, of Shreveport, LA; grandchildren: Scott Davis and wife, Angie, Shawn Smith and wife, Mariah, Kristie Guess, Frances Kelley and Sarah Kelley; great grandchildren: Silas Guess, Anna Guess, Janie Smith, Kaitlyn Davis and William Davis; sister, Leota Rash, of Elizabethton, TN; brother, Hugh Walker, of Neva, TN; numerous nephews, nieces and cousins; her church family; and many special friends. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 8, 2011, at First Baptist Church with the funeral service to follow at 8:00 p.m. with Pastor Ricky Campbell to officiate. Graveside Service and Interment will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 9, 2011 at Phillippi Cemetery Active pallbearers will Wayne Smith, Kyle Kelley, Scott Davis, Shawn Smith, Dan Rash and Ed Walker.	Walker, Frances Adlee (I12260)