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7651	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Jimmie Lee Orr, age 92, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with Lord on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Jimmie was born in Roan Mountain to the late Phillip Sheridan Orr and Mary Elizabeth Francis Orr. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 9 siblings. Jimmie retired as a school teacher for the Carter County School System and was a United States Navy Veteran, having served in World War II. He was a deacon at Morgan Chapel Free Will Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading and was an avid Civil War history buff. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving and devoted wife of 69 years, Ruth Whittington Orr, of the home; two children, Joe Orr, of Elizabethton and Pam Orr Taylor and husband Jim Bryson Taylor, of the Ripshin Community of Roan Mountain; 11 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and one brother, Bill Orr and wife Lill, of Norfolk, VA. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to honor and celebrate the life of Jimmie Lee Orr will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 9, 2018 in the Chapel of Peace of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Pastor Greg Whitehead, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Thursday. The graveside service will follow in the Peters Cemetery in the Ripshin Community of Roan Mountain. Military honors will be provided by the Carter County Honor Guard.	Orr, James Lee "Jimmie" (I64279)
7652	ROAN MOUNTAIN - June Odom Whitehead, 90, Roan Mountain, passed away at the Waters of Roan Highlands on Sunday January 19, 2020. June was the daughter of the late Thomas and Laura Barnett Odom. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Byrl Whitehead, two daughters, Sherrye Reine and Yvonne Whitehead and one granddaughter, Beth Reine Holloway. She was also preceded by one sister, Florence Odom Stevens and two brothers, Ford and Clyde Odom. June was a homemaker and worked with the Girl Scouts in Hampton, TN and Taylor, MI for 14 years. June was a member of Little Mountain Baptist Church where she worked with the youth. In past years she was a member of Sunset Freewill Baptist Church where she taught the Ladies Sunday School Class. She is survived by a grandson, Brett Reine and wife Rebecca Reine of Jacksonville, NC and six great grandchildren, Logan Reine, Sloane Reine, Hunter Reine, Isabel Reine, Brick David Reine and Thomas Holloway. She is also survived by her caregivers and son-on-law, Tom Reine and wife Vanessa Reine. There are several nieces and nephews and one special niece Delores Honeycutt. Funeral Services for June Whitehead will be 2 p.m. Saturday, January 25 at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Gary Whitehead officiating. Interment will follow in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by Jean Irick & Tom Reine. Pallbearers will be selected from family members.	Odom, June M. (I51313)
7653	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Larry R. Shell, age 72, of Roan Mountain went home to be with the Lord following an extended illness Friday, April 30, 2021 at Johnson City Medical Center. Larry was born in Elizabethton to the late Lacy and Dora Buck Shell. Larry was a hard worker, who loved his family. He worked at TPI for many years and was of the Baptist faith. He was a member of Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge #566. His favorite hobbies were camping and woodworking. The things he enjoyed most were listening to bluegrass music, gardening and visiting with his many friends. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Sandra Kay Shell; sister, Bobbie Shell; son, Richard Shell (Chandrea); and grandson, Dalton Shell, all of Roan Mountain. A visitation to memorialize the life of Larry Shell will be conducted from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Evergreen Freewill Baptist Church, Morgan Branch Road, Roan Mountain. A private family committal will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank Will Hughes, Rudolph Campbell, John Henry McCoury, Davita Smoky Mountain Dialysis, and Ballad Health doctors and staff.	Shell, Larry R. (I82470)
7654	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Lester Leon Whitehead, 74, Roan Mountain, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Charlie & Sarah Guinn Whitehead. He was a 1960 graduate of Cloudland High School. Leon was retired from the Carter County School System in the Maintenance Department. He attended the Strength & Everlasting Love Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years Louise Eggers Whitehead who died June 24, 2015 and by a sister: Loretta McKinney. Leon loved his mule. Survivors include a sister: Della Whitehead, Roan Mountain. His Nephew: Chris & Shannon Whitehead, Roan Mountain, Blake Whitehead, Roan Mountain, Michael & Raquel McKinney, Piney Flats, Mark & April McKinney, Knoxville. Several great nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 31, 2016 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor Kenneth Baker and Pastor John McCoury officiating. Interment will follow in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Pastor Delaney Berry officiating. Active Pallbearers will be: Chris Whitehead, Frank Montgomery, Jack Montgomery, Danny Montgomery, Ronnie Townsend, Michael McKinney and Mark McKinney. Honorary pallbearers will be: Mike Blevins, Raymond, Hill, Bill Johnson, Jeff Hughes, Howard Presnell, Dave Maple and Stanley Largent.	Whitehead, Lester Leon (I50243)
7655	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mr. Charles Warren Pritchard, age 80, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away Friday, March 10, 2017 at his residence. A native of Avery County, NC he was the son of the late James Riley and Mildred Shell Pritchard. Mr. Pritchard was the owner of a hardwood lumber business. He had worked previously at Bemberg Corporation and had also owned a Trucking Company in Texas. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran having entered in Texas and then serving at March Air Force Base in Riverside, CA and was sent to Okinawa. He was a member of Heaton First Christian Church and was a member of the Captain Lynn H. Folsom V.F.W. Post 2166. He enjoyed learning of the local history of our area and loved feeding the deer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Bonnie Ramer Pritchard and a sister, Elizabeth Brock. Those left to cherish his memory include a son, Warren Pritchard, Johnson City; four daughters, Christina Pritchard Click, Kingsport, Anita Whitson, Gray, Channon Pritchard, Hollywood, GA and Julie Jackson, Alvin, TX; eleven grandchildren, Jerrod Pritchard, Whitney Pritchard, Landon Estep, Christopher Estep, Brittany Whitson, Justin Whitson, Kayla Sutton, Kendall Countryman, Kersi Countryman, Dustin Talley and Zowie Talley; five great-grandchildren, Briana Pritchard, Cydnee Estep, Shane Hunter, Mallory Sutton and Arabella Talley; three brothers, John Dean Pritchard, Mt. Airy, GA, James Pritchard, Quitman, TX and Barry Pritchard, Johnson City and three sisters, Cynthia Kay Pritchard, Rowlett, TX, Joyce Franklin, Johnson City and Deborah Stites, Owensboro, KY. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to honor the life of Mr. Charles Warren Pritchard will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 16, 2017 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Mr. Paul Cole, minister officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. on Thursday prior to the service. Interment will follow the funeral service in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Jerrod Pritchard, Justin Whitson, Christopher Estep, Landon Estep, Brian Whitson and Warren Pritchard. Honorary pallbearers will be Charlie Jameson and Jim Hicks.	Pritchard, Charles Warren (I47298)
7656	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mr. Durward Julian, 100, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, February 17, 2017, from The Waters at Roan Highlands. He was born in Roan Mountain, a son of the late Vista Honeycutt Julian and James N. Julian, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Audrey Caraway Julian, on December 25, 2005; three brothers, Reginald Julian, Adrian Julian, James H. "Junior" Julian; a sister, Thelma Julian Romer, and a granddaughter-in-law, Rhonda Lawson Julian. Mr. Julian lived in Roan Mountain his entire life, graduating from Cloudland High School in 1934. He married his wife, Audrey, on October 3, 1936 and they spent sixty-nine happy years together before her death. He was a proud member of the Roan Mountain Community and contributed much, including helping to secure funding and support for the Roan Mountain State Park, the Carter County Work Camp and the construction of a paved road to the top of Roan Mountain. He was a charter member of the Roan Mountain Citizens Club and helped organize and host the Rhododendron Festival. He was also a charter member of the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. He was a respected and beloved member of the community, which honored him by naming a portion of Old Highway 143 for him on the occasion of his 100Th birthday in May of 2016. He was also named a Tennessee Colonel by Gov. Winfield Dunn, he was a member of the International Gideons, and was the last charter member of Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church where he served faithfully in several capacities for many years, including as Clerk of the Session, an Elder, and as a teacher of the Adult Sunday School Class. He was a former supervisor at NARC, and retired from a sales position at Headlight Overalls and also worked for Carhartt Clothing and Liberty Overalls. He loved to garden, read, and play horseshoes with the friends and family he enjoyed so much. He enjoyed traveling, especially the annual family beach trip, and visiting in the community. One of his greatest pleasures was reading his Bible. Those left to cherish the memory of Mr. Julian include many members of his large and loving family; a daughter, Vista Clark, and her husband, Dicky, Elizabethton; three sons, Ronnie Julian and his wife, Lynn, Kernersville, NC; Larry Julian, and his wife, Kathy, Richmond, VA; Lanny Julian, and his wife, Donna, Lakewood Ranch, FL; nine grandchildren, Brian Julian, and his wife, Hannah; Tim Julian, and his wife, Angie; Laura Simpson, and her husband, Bruce; Angie Shearer, and her husband, Jason; Wendi Julian Flaspohler; Krista Christy, and her husband, Dr. George Christy; Audra Nikki Greig, and her husband, John; Jilian Clark Reece, and her husband, Adam; Jordan Clark; twenty-seven great-grandchildren, Andrew Julian, and his wife, Charlotte; Caleb Julian; Hannah Grace Julian; Faith Julian; Deborah Julian; Seth Julian, Nathan Julian; Timothy Julian, and his wife, Lane; Matthew Julian; Will Simpson; Luke Simpson; Zachary Shearer; Johnathan Shearer; Wesley Conrad; Tanner Conrad, Georgia Christy; Will Christy; Andrew Christy; Sophia Christy; Jack Greig; Austin Greig; Ava Greig; Quinn Greig; Ty Greig; Carter Reece; Cole Reece, and Cash Reece. One great-great grandson, Cooper Conrad, and several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Durward Julian will be conducted at 12:30 PM on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain with Rev. Martin Christian officiating. The eulogy will be delivered by his granddaughter, Angie Julian Shearer. Music will be under the direction of Mrs. Charlotte Smith. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Tuesday prior to the service, or at Mr. Julian's home at other times. Interment will follow the funeral service at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Grayson Bledsoe, bagpiper, providing music. Active pallbearers will be his grandsons and older great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church, the Roan Mountain Citizens Club, members of Gideons International, the staff and his many friends at The Waters at Roan Highlands, as well as, the members of the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.	Julian, Durward (I54377)
7657	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mrs. Betty F. Hughes, 82, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with her Lord, on Friday, December 2, 2016 at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital. Mrs. Hughes was born in Watauga County, NC and was a daughter of the late Eugene and Tempie Shook Eggers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, S.D. Hughes, in 2013; five brothers and five sisters. Mrs. Hughes was a loving mother and a faithful member of Burbank Freewill Baptist Church for over forty-two years. She was an LPN who graduated from nurses training in 1957. Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Eddie Hughes of the home and several nieces and nephews. A service to honor the life of Mrs. Hughes will be conducted on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Burbank Freewill Baptist Church with Richard Blevins, and Randy English, Ministers, officiating. Music will be under the direction of the church. The family will receive friends in the church from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Sunday prior to the service and at the residence at other times. The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Monday, December 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from friends and family. Those wishing to attend are invited to meet the family at the Burbank Freewill Baptist Church at 1:30 PM on Monday to go in procession to the cemetery. The family would like to express a special thank you to all Mrs. Hughes' friends and church members for the care and compassion shown to her and the family during her illness.	Eggers, Betty F. (I50872)
7658	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mrs. Betty Joean Norris, 83, of the Shell Creek Community of Roan Mountain, went home to be with her Lord, on Saturday, January 21, 2017, at The Waters at Roan Highland Nursing Center following an extended illness. She was a daughter of the late James Bert and Nellie Briggs Elliott and was born in Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Ernie Norris; two brothers, Darwin Elliott, J.B. Elliott and a sister, Jessie Harrison. Mrs. Norris had worked at Cannon Memorial Hospital as a ward clerk, and also had cared for children as a home day care provider. She was a member of High Point Baptist Church. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of sixty-eight years, Beryl Norris, of the home; a son, Harvey Norris and his wife, Brenda, Elizabethton; a daughter, Pat Shell and her husband, Wayne, Roan Mountain; two granddaughters, Beth McLaughlin and her husband, Troy; Aleshia Cuthbertson, all of Roan Mountain; two grandsons, Jason Norris and his wife, Jennifer, Knoxville; Lee Norris and his wife, Jennifer, Rumford, Maine; several great-grandchildren; two brothers, Therman Elliott; Bill Elliott; two sisters, Ruth Oaks, and Judy McKinney. Several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. A service to honor the life of Mrs. Norris will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Monday, January 23, 2017, at the Tetrick Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel, with Rev. Tull Oaks, Jr., officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from Noon – 2:00 PM on Monday prior to the service and at the home at other times. Interment will follow the funeral service on Monday at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Ledford and Danny Miller.	Elliott, Betty Joean (I51267)
7659	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Odell Shell, 94, Roan Mountain, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018 at the Waters of Roan Highlands after an extended illness. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Edward & Belva Miller Shell. Mr. Shell was a retired employee of Tri-State Container. He was a member of Morgan Branch Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Ellen Hicks Shell, January 1, 1980 and by several sisters & brothers. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include several nieces & nephews. Graveside Service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2018 in the Richardson Cemetery, Roan Mountain with the Rev. Tull Oaks, Jr. and Rev. John Henry McCoury officiating. Burial will follow the service. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.	Shell, Odell (I61829)
7660	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Ralph H. Winters, 86, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with the Lord, on Friday,July 14, 2017, at Johnson City Medical Center Hospital. Mr. Winters was the son of the late Clyde Edward Winters and Reatha Dugger Winters Jones and was born in Banner Elk, NC. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Fred Winters and Arthur Winters and a sister, Judy Nidiffer. Mr. Winters was a member of Evergreen Freewill Baptist Church. He loved the outdoors, farming and working in the garden. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of sixty-eight years, Betty Smith Winters, of the home; a son, Roger Dale Winters, Roan Mountain; a daughter, Kathy Diane Osborne and husband, Rick, Elizabethton; a grandson, Allen W. Osborne, Johnson City; a great-grandson, Tyler W. Colbaugh, Johnson City; four sisters, Edith Arrington, Goldie Jones, Dimple Varney and husband, Larry; and Elizabeth Davis and husband, Lock. Numerous nieces, nephews, special relatives, friends and his church family also survive. A service to honor the life of Mr. Winters will be conducted on Sunday, July16, 2017, at 4:00 PM in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain, with Pastor John McCoury and Rev. John Stevens officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sunday prior to the service. Interment will follow the funeral service in the Johnson-Roanview Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.	Winters, Ralph Hardin (I38934)
7661	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Raymond Stewart Montgomery, age 86, of Roan Mountain, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 from the Johnson City Medical Center. Raymond was born in Carter County to the late Taylor and Viola Harmon Montgomery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Banner Montgomery; his brothers, John Rex Montgomery, George "Champ" Montgomery, Willard Montgomery and Glenn Montgomery; and four sisters, Stella Frances Fox, Lillian Nunley, Laura Alona Williams and Margie M. Ashley. Raymond was a man who loved his God, country and family. Raymond was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church in Elizabethton. He retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service to his country – serving in Korea and the Vietnam and continued his dedication to his country by working at the Veterans Administration. He also enjoyed traveling, fishing and camping. Those left to cherish his legacy include his daughter, Ramona Bing and husband Tim, of Ohio; two sons, Fernando Montgomery and wife Debbie, of Hampton and Eugene Montgomery, of PA; his foster daughter, Elaine Gregg Stamper and husband Harvey, of NC; three grandchildren, Nathan Montgomery, of Hampton, Renee Green and husband Richard, of Valley Forge and Beth Vargo and husband William, of Ohio; three great grandchildren; one sister, Vera Lou Lowe and husband Jim. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to celebrate and honor the life of Raymond Stewart Montgomery will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Sunday, August 18, 2019 in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Pastor Mark Fowler, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday. The graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 PM on Monday, August 19, 2019 in the Walnut Mountain Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Arnold and Bob Johnson.	Montgomery, Raymond S. (I74822)
7662	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Retha Cornett Whitehead, 102, Roan Mountain went home to be with her Lord and Savior on, Thursday, May 06, 2021 at Waters at Roan Highland. Retha was a native of the Roan Mountain community and a lifelong resident of Carter County. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Myrtle Stevens Cornett. In addition to her parents Retha was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Whitehead of 49 years; sister, Georgia Carlton and a brother Cline Cornett; and great grandson Ricky Whitehead. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, fishing and taking care of her family. She was a member of Little Mountain Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Estel and wife Kathy and Jerry and wife Shirley. Also, a sister, Mary Tolley; four grandchildren: Rick (Robin), Joe (Mitzi), Jeff and Troy (Missy); great grandchildren: Shea, Taylor, Paige, Tristan, Devin, Austin and one great great grandchild: Colton. There are many more family members that will also cherish her memory. A service will be held on Sunday, May 09, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor Derrick Hughes, officiating. Music will be provided by the Hughes Family Singers. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Interment will be following the service at Blevins Cemetery Railroad Grade. Active pallbearers will be Jeff, Troy, Rick, Joe, Taylor, Devin, Tristan and Austin Whitehead. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Hill, Burl Sluder, Delaney Berry and her Church Family. Special thanks to the Waters of Roan Highland for their special care of Retha while there! Special thanks to Hospice Care Nurse Penny Whitehead.	Cornett, Reathie (88251642)
7663	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Robert "Bob" Burleson, 81, of Roan Mountain, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 3, 2015. He was a son of the late Robert Aaron and Virginia Shell Burleson and was born in Avery County, NC, although he lived his entire life in Roan Mountain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved son, Todd Burleson, a sister, Bobbie McKinney, two brothers, Eddie Burleson, Jim Burleson and a nephew Bill Burleson. Mr. Burleson was a1952 graduate of Cloudland High School, a 1954 graduate of Lees-McCrae College and was a veteran of the United States Army. His career as a business/owner operator spanned 45 years and included Bob's Dairy Land in Roan Mountain, and O'Dellys in Elizabethton. In addition to being a successful business man, he was a member of the Tennessee Restaurant Association, the National Restaurant Association and was named Tennessee Restaurateur of the Year in 1996. Mr. Burleson was also an elected member of the Tennessee State House and Senate, from 1972-1986. He was a member of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge #566 F&AM, the Jericho Shrine Temple, and the Gideons International. He was a lifetime member of Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and Sunday school teacher. He is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Gail Pritchard Burleson, of the home; a daughter, Scarlett Anderson and her husband, Rik, Roan Mountain; two sons, Victor Burleson and his wife, Nicole, Charleston, SC; Julian Burleson, Roan Mountain; a brother, Tom Burleson, Colfax, NC; nine grandchildren, Emmi Burleson, Megyn Jefferson and her husband, Sam, Sophi Burleson, Hobie Burleson, Alden Anderson, Baylor Anderson, Cayden Anderson, Anthony Robertson, and Tiffany Stiles; and three great-granddaughters. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain, or at the home at any time. The family invites you to a Celebration of Life service for Mr. Burleson at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 9, 2015 at Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church in Roan Mountain with Dr. Rev. H. Martin Christian officiating. Music will be under the direction of Tom Burleson, soloist, and Charlotte Smith, organist and soloist. Tom Burleson will also speak. Interment will follow in the Big Oak Tree Cemetery with music provided by Jon Shell, bagpiper. Active pallbearers will be Alden Anderson, Baylor Anderson, Rik Anderson, Aaron Burleson, Matthew McKinney, Martin Tipton and Ryan Tipton. Honorary pallbearers will be R.A. Burleson, Ted Tipton, Dave Holtsclaw, Junior Stanley, Floyd Storie, Jimmy Smith, Randall Hughes, Steve Boone and Gary Tipton.	Burleson, Robert "Bob" (I46478)
7664	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Roger Dale “Murph” Winters, age 71, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Hillview Health Center. He was born in Banner Elk, NC to the late Ralph Winters. Roger was employed with Snap On Tools for over 34 years and a member of Fountain of Life Church. He enjoyed motorcycles and spending time with his family. Mr. Winters was a 1968 graduate of Cloudland High School. He played football and baseball at Cloudland. He was an all Watauga conference center for the 1967 Cloudland football team. He played football at Lees-McRae college for one year. He also enjoyed playing softball and he traveled a lot on his motorcycle. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Betty Grace Smith Winters; sister, Kathy Osborne and husband Rick; nephew, Allen Osborne and wife LaDonna and great nephew, Tyler Colbaugh, and special friends, Judy and Meadow. A graveside service for friends and family to celebrate the life of Roger Dale “Murph” Winters will be conducted at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 in the Johnson Roan View Cemetery, Roan Mountain with Dr. Vic Young officiating. Music will be under the direction of Charlotte Smith.	Winters, Roger Dale (I84733)
7665	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Teresa Ann Tolley, age 72, of Roan Mountain, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Waters of Roan Highlands. Teresa was born in Washington County, Tennessee to the late William Matthew Tolley and Margorie Ethel Tolley. In addition to her parents, Teresa was also preceded in death by her twin brother, Terry Tolley; and a sister, Norma J. Cox. Teresa was a homemaker and was of the Christian faith. Those left to cherish her memory include her two children, Shannon Peters and Shane Peters, both of Johnson City, TN; two grandchildren, Tristan Peters and Hunter Peters, both of Johnson City, TN; and three sisters, Irene Michaud of Vermont and Barbara Gould and Jacqueline Birchfield both of Elizabethton, TN. A graveside service to honor and remember Teresa will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Friday, February 3, 2023 at Washington County Memory Gardens.	Tolley, Teresa Ann (30308480)
7666	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Virgie Julian Brinkley, age 101, of the Shell Creek Community in Roan Mountain, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at the NHC Health Care Center of Johnson City, Tennessee on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Virgie was born on June 28, 1916 in Roan Mountain, Tennessee. She was the last surviving child of John Frank "Dick" Julian and Lydia Knight Julian. Virgie was the oldest member of the Lower Shell Creek Christian Church. She had served in the Children's Department for many years. She taught primary class and Bible School classes. She will be remembered for her kindness and loving personality. She was a wonderful homemaker and caretaker. A cousin said, "Virgie is sweeping gold dust on the streets of Heaven." Virgie worked for several years as an assistant at the Shell Creek Elementary School. She retired from the TRW Company in Newland, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Walter Brinkley, Jr.; her son, James Walter Brinkley, III; a brother, Will Julian; her sisters, Lucy Julian Blackwell and Thelma Julian Myers. Survivors include her daughter, Linda Brinkley Morgan (John Morgan); daughter-in-law, Brenda Clark Brinkley. She was the loving grandmother to: James Walter Brinkley IV, Timothy Clark Brinkley (Dori) Moses Brinkley, Melinda Morgan Martin (Kevin Martin), Jonathan Brinkley Morgan (Shelly Morgan); four great grandchildren, Lydia and Garret Morgan, Victoria Brinkley and Laura Lily Martin. She leaves many nieces and nephews to cherish their wonderful aunt. A service to celebrate the life of Virgie Julian Brinkley will be conducted at 2:30 PM on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Lower Shell Creek Christian Church with Mr. Gerald Holly, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM in the church, prior to the service on Saturday; or at the residence of her daughter, at other times. The graveside service will follow in the Ray Cemetery at Shell Creek. Pallbearers will be family members. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Lower Shell Creek Christian Church.	Julian, Virginia Lee (I56622)
7667	ROAN MOUNTAIN - Yvonne Kay Whitehead, 63, of Roan Mountain, TN went to be with her Lord on Saturday, July 22, 2017 after a battle with cancer. Yvonne was born on August 16, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan. She is the daughter of June Whitehead and the late Byrl Whitehead. She was a graduate of John F. Kennedy High School in Taylor, Michigan where she resided for several years before joining the Army in 1978 where she received Medical Lab Assistance Training. She retired from Michigan Correctional Facility. She was preceded in death by her father, Byrl Whitehead, one sister V. Sherrye Reine and one niece, Beth Reine. She is survived by her mother June Whitehead, Brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tom and Vanessa Reine, nephews, Britt Reine and Thomas Holloway and several aunts, uncle and cousins, and special friends Terry Catt and Vicky Curtise. She was a member of Little Mountain Baptist Church where she enjoyed her church duties.	Whitehead, Yvonne Kay (I51278)
7668	ROAN MOUNTAIN – It is with extreme sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our mother Sarah J. Whitehead, 88, Roan Mountain, who passed away Monday June 1, 2009, in the Roan Highland Nursing Center after an extended illness. She was a native of Carter County and a daughter of the late Jacob and Blanche Arnett Guinn. Sarah loved to work in her flowers and vegetable garden. She freely shared her bounty with friends and neighbors and family, whatever their needs may be. She was a member of the Little Mountain Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Whitehead; and a brother, George Guinn. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law: Leon & Louise Whitehead, Roan Mountain; Two Daughters and One Son-In-Law: Della Whitehead, Elizabethton, Loretta and Jim McKinney, Roan Mountain; Grandsons: Michael McKinney and wife, Raquel, Piney Flats, Chris Whitehead and wife Shannon, Roan Mountain, and Mark McKinney and wife, April, of Knoxville; Two Great Grandsons; Hunter McKinney and Blake Whitehead; Three Great Granddaughters: Lilly Kate McKinney, Maggie & Rachael McKinney; Four Sisters: Myrtle Elliott, Roan Mountain, Mae Pate, Johnson City, Lea McKinney, Elk Park, North Carolina, and Dorothy Forbes, Elizabethton; Two Brothers: Tommy Guinn, Roan Mountain, and Otis Guinn, Elizabethton; Several Nieces & Nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Pastor Delaney Berry officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by Edna Woodby, Soloist. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. Thursday will be: Jessie Dean McKinney, Jerry McKinney, Byran McKinney, Troy Whitehead, Tony Whitehead, Jeremey Cole, Ed Johnson, Cecil Largent, Raymond Hill, Tommy Roberson Jr., Jim Frye, Mike Blevins, Chris Whitehead, Mark McKinney and Michael McKinney. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Estel Whitehead, Byrl Whitehead, Bill Forbes, Bill Pate, J.D. McKinney, Bernie Hill, Bobby Hill, Jerry Cole and Charles Jones.	Guinn, Sarah (I26413)
7669	ROAN MOUNTAIN — Mr. Blaine Robert Boone, 88, of Roan Mountain, TN died Saturday, October 30, 2010 in the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital following a lengthy illness. A native of Roan Mountain, he was the son of the late Hector and Eugenia Julian Boone. Mr. Boone had retired as owner and operator of the Roan Mountain Grocery. He had served as president of the Roan Mountain Water Authority for many years and had been president of the Roan Mountain American Legion Post #229. Mr. Boone attended Heaton Creek Holiness Church and the Roan Mountain Church of God. He was a U.S. Army veteran having received the expert infantry badge, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal Japan. He loved his family, the people of Roan Mountain and his many friends, gospel music and animals. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Gibbs Boone; five brothers, Crumley Boone, Oran Boone, Ivan Boone and Forrest Boone; an infant brother and by two sisters, Okla McHone and Mary Andrews. Survivors include a daughter, Helen Fleenor, Hampton, TN; two granddaughters, Jennifer Sizemore and husband Tony, Gray, TN and Teressa Fleenor, Johnson City, TN; six great-grandchildren, Marah Sizemore, Evan Sizemore, Elissah Sizemore, Lydiah Sizemore, Holly Bumgarner and husband Tony and Nathaniel Martin; two great-great-grandchildren, Adrianna Bumgarner and Chloe Bumgarner. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mr. Blaine Robert Boone will be conducted at 7:30 P.M. Monday, November 1, 2010 in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Lusk, Rev. Ronnie Lackey and Rev. Roy Simpson officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:30-7:30 P.M. on Monday prior to the funeral service. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 2, 2010 in Johnson-Roanview Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be all of his many friends. Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #49. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 A.M. on Tuesday for the graveside service. In lieu of flowers to those who desire memorials may be made to the Elizabethton-Carter County Humane Society, 253 Sycamore Shoals Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643 or to the Roan Mountain Recreation Foundation, c/o Erik Anderson, P. O. Box 328, Roan Mountain, TN 37687.	Boone, Blaine Robert (I30987)
7670	ROAN MOUNTAIN — Ruby Julian Hill, age 84, of Roan Mountain, departed this life on Monday morning, March 28, 2016. Ruby was born March 2, 1932, and was a daughter of Monroe and Hattie Whitehead Julian. In addition to her parents, Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Charles Hill, Jr. on April 4, 1993. She was also preceded in death by several sisters and brothers. She was a member of Fork Mountain Free Will Baptist Church in Roan Mountain, Tennessee. Ruby was a spoke in the wheel, with her husband, Rev. Charles Hill, Jr., in establishing the Fork Mountain Free Will Baptist Church in the Fork Mountain Community. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Grady E. Hill, of Elizabethton; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Darrell Johnson, of Roan Mountain; daughter and son-in-law, Tina and Doug Blevins, of Hampton; a brother, Verl Julian; grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, Tim and Tammy Johnson, Scotty Johnson, Rev. Ben and Whitney James and Dylan Hill; and great grandchildren, whom she also loved dearly, Miranda Johnson, Mackenzie Johnson and Marlee James. The family would to extend a special thank you to her niece, who was like a sister, Beulah Garland, also, Vivian Koster, Sue Bradford, Mozella Whittington, and Jackie Brown; and her special nieces and nephews, along with the Vester Hitechew family, who raised her like a daughter, and her special friends, Dorothy Woodby, Jewel Holtsclaw, Betty Lacey, Linda Honeycutt and Clara Green. It was Ruby's request to have a graveside service at Miller Cemetery, located on Fork Mountain Road, at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 30, 2016, with Rev. Ronald Stevens and Rev. Ben James, officiating. Active pallbearers will be her grandsons, Rick Stanley, Earl Lacey, Jack Whitehead, Shannon Whitehead, Randy Guinn, J.L. Potter, Freddie Julian and Toby Guinn. Honorary pallbearers will be Rev. Richard Blevins, Rev. Charlie Trivette, Rev. Henry Berry, Rev. John Stevens, Rev. Randy English, Rev. Marvin Sheets, Rev. Dallas Gregg, Rev. Jeff McKinney, Rev. Terry Richardson, Rev. Rick Birchfield, Clarence Garland, Doug Ingram, Tommy Ingram, Rick Ingram, Mark Birchfield, Fork Mountain Free Will Baptist church members, Bud Smith, Jack's Creek Minister's Conference, and Roan Mountain #566 Masonic Lodge.	Julian, Ruby (I45964)
7671	ROAN MOUNTAIN — Warren G. Heaton, 89, of Roan Mountain, TN, died peacefully, on December 30, 2011, at his home after an extended illness surrounded by his loving family. He was a native and lifelong resident of Carter County and Roan Mountain where he lived with his wife of 64 years, Blanche Bateman Heaton, on the family farm cleared by his grandfather, John Bell Radford. He is also survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: Will and Debra Heaton of Lakeland, TN and Larry and Kenny Lou Heaton of Roan Mountain, his grandson Adam Heaton, and step-grandson Nick Street, and great grandsons Dustin and Damon Heaton, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, all of whom he loved and cherished dearly. He was predeceased by his grandson Austin Heaton, his step-granddaughter Aimee Street, his brother Milburn Heaton and wife Reba, his brother John Heaton and wife Fay, his sister Cordia Marie Heaton Shull and husband Monte, his parents William Francis and Dollie Radford Heaton. Mr. Heaton was a 1942 graduate of Cloudland High School, and a lifelong booster and supporter of the school. An exceptional athlete, he was a member of the school's first football team. He attended Milligan College where he played basketball until he joined the military, and served with distinction in the South Pacific during World War II, spending almost three years on Guadalcanal. Upon his return to Carter County and his beloved Roan Mountain after the war, he and his brother Milburn were merchants and ran a trucking business for several years while also working their family farm where they raised beef cattle and tobacco. He was also employed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, where he made many friends during his years of working on local highway projects. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener and loved sharing his produce with his friends and neighbors. Mr. Heaton was a lifelong member of Roan Mountain United Methodist Church. The family extends their sincere thanks for the kindnesses shown by Fallon Hopson and Jon Buck, as well as to the staff of Mountain States Home Health Care and Amedisys Home Health Care and Hospice, especially to Betty, DiAnn, and Tammy, and for the love, prayers, and support of their RMUMC Minister, Dennis Milhorn. The family requests any memorial donations be made to the Roan Mountain United Methodist Church, 307 Johnson St., Roan Mountain, TN 37687. The funeral will be held at Roan Mountain United Methodist Church on January 1, 2012 where the family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m., with the funeral services to start immediately afterward. A brief graveside service will then be held at Roan View Cemetery, in Roan Mountain. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.	Heaton, Warren Gamaliel (I3344)
7672	ROAN MOUNTAIN — William Frank Holden, 72, Roan Mountain passed away Friday, July 3, 2015 in the Roan Highlands Nursing Center. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Levi & Grace Winters Holden. He was a farmer & carpenter. He was a member of Morgan Branch Free Will Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by an Uncle Frank Winters. Survivors include several cousins. His very special friend Odell Shell. Also his very special friends and neighbors. Graveside Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2015 in the Perkins Cemetery, Upper Shell Creek with the Rev. John McCoury officiating. Burial will follow the service. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 1:50 p.m. Monday will be: Will Hughes, Patrick Guyn, Larry Shell, Richard Winters, Rick Shell, Lonnie Clark, Chad Clark, Eddie Odom, Jim Strickland, Delaney Berry and Danny Black. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Odell Shell and Jack Shoemaker. Family and friends will assemble at the cemetery at 1:50 p.m. Monday.	Holden, William Frank (I42128)
7673	ROANOKE, VA - Malcolm Stuart Howard Jr., age 62, of Roanoke, Virginia and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the Johnston Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born on April 22, 1956 to Malcolm Howard Sr. and the late Sue Smith Howard, who passed away June 7th, 2018. In addition to his mother Malcolm was preceded in death by his grandparents. Malcolm was a 1974 graduate of Johnson County High School. Throughout his school days he was active in football, 4-H Club, Boy Scouts, Drama Club and the FFA. He attended college at ETSU and obtained a degree in banking from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. While Malcolm worked as a banker, he was a true salesman by nature, never meeting a stranger. He sold cars, mobile homes, furniture and antiques. He was co-owner of Donnelly House Antiques and Collectibles for more than 20 years. At the time of his passing, Malcolm was still working in antiques, traveling the country selling through his independent business, High Noon Antiques. His passion in life was his family, but he also enjoyed football, food (especially a Bizzie Burger) and community theatre. He last performed in a play directed by his mother, entitled 'Our Town'. Those left to cherish his memories include his 'Darlin', Donna, his girlfriend of 11 years; father, Malcolm Howard Sr.; daughters; Rita Reese (Lars), Mandy Reichenbach (Chris) and Ashley Howard; brother, Randal Howard; sister, Dottie Sue Phipps (Mark);grandchildren, Aubree, Raelynn, Milianna, Norman, Alaina, Mya, Piper, and another grandchild on the way; many special aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; special friends, Steve Arnold, Jesse Ludy, Richard Wittenberg, Robert 'Shines' Pastoreck, Charles and Pam Burke. The family will receive friends from 12:30 -2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Dwayne Dickson officiating. Graveside service and interment will follow the funeral at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Cousins and nephews will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Arnold, Jesse Ludy, Richard Wittenberg, Robert 'Shines' Pastoreck and Charles Burke.	Howard, Malcolm Stuart Jr. (I68012)
7674	Robert "Bob" Collins, age 94, Wilbur Dam Rd., Elizabethton, died Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a brief illness. A native of Carter County, he was the son of the late Roscoe and Ethel Collins. Mr. Collins was of the Baptist Faith. He was a retired mechanic from North American Rayon Corporation and Bemberg Corporation. He was a U.S. Army Veteran having served in World War II. Mr. Collins was preceded in death by his wife, Nannie Florence Morrell Collins, and three brothers, Clifton Collins, Jack Collins and Chester Collins. Survivors include two nephews, Richard Collins, of Nashville; Bobby Collins, of Maryland; two nieces, Carolyn Sue Dowlen, of Nashville, and Terri Gillespie, of Nashville; and a nephew and niece by marriage, Arthur Sparks, of Elizabethton, and Dean Combs, Elizabethton. Special friends Mary Stevens and J.D. Anderson, of Elizabethton, also survive. The funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2003 at Tetrick Funeral Home Chapel of Peace with Rev. Jack Roddy officiating. The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 20, 2003 at Happy Valley Memorial Park.	Collins, Robert "Bob" (I18148)
7675	Robert "Bud" Treadway, 88, 1114 Powder Branch Road, Elizabethton, died Wednesday, March 31, 1999, at Ivy Hall Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. Mr. Treadway was a lifelong resident of Carter County and a son of the late Randolph R. and Grace VanHook Treadway. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Cecil Treadway, in 1979, four brothers and three sisters. Mr. Treadway was a retired farmer. He was a World War II Army Veteran, having served in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and Central Europe. Survivors include a brother, A.L. "John" Treadway, Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. TREADWAY -- Funeral services for Robert "Bud" Treadway, 88, 1114 Powder Branch Road, Elizabethton, who died Wednesday, will be held at 8 p.m. Friday at Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, with Mr. Jack Hyder, minister, officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Larry Treadway, Tracy Trott, Carmon Dugger, Willie Church, Charles Hendrix, Tony Meredith, Joe Treadway and Bill Richardson. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael McCormick, Forrest Boling, Charles Claymon, Ronnie Hamm, Mike McKinney and the Staff of Ivy Hall Nursing Home. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Friends may call at the residence of his brother, A.L. "John" Treadway, 1118 Powder Branch Road, Elizabethton, any time. Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.	Treadway, Robert "Bob" (I56054)
7676	Robert "Bud" Trice, 75, of Newland, North Carolina passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021 at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C. Bud was born on March 7, 1946 in Avery County, North Carolina, a son of the late Robert Mershell Trice and the late Peggy Laws Trice. He graduated from Newland High School and was the Owner and Operator of Bud's Auto Service in Newland for 37 years. Prior to tha,t he owned and operated Newland Sunoco for 12 years. He enjoyed country music and was an avid antiques collector. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Clark Trice; and sister, Christine Trice. Bud leaves behind to cherish his memory two daughters, Robbin (Dan Caussin) Trice of Newland, NC, and Patricia Trice of Newland; son, Robert Trice of Newland, NC; grandson, Chase Rivers of Newland, NC; two brothers, Ray (Nan) Trice of Orange City, FL, and Earl (Jackie) Trice of Newland, NC; and a host of nieces and nephews.	Trice, Robert Paul (I85744)
7677	Robert "Earl" Courtner, 95, of Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2012, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Carter County, TN, and a son of the late Robert Allen Courtner and Mattie Mae Neatherly Courtner. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Paul, Howard and Ralph Courtner; and two sisters, Chloe Lipford and Vernell Bowling. Mr. Courtner was a veteran of WW II and was stationed in England. He was in the Army Air Corps. He retired from North American Rayon and had worked as a Shipright in Metal Manufacturing in Greeneville, TN. He was a member of University Parkway Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mildred Ann Courtner; one daughter, Carolyn Courtner Wood and her husband, Claude Jr., of Knoxville, TN; one son, Stephen Robert Courtner and his wife, Carol, of Jackson, TN; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two sisters, Frances Courtner and Lucille Hodge, both of Butler; one sister in law, Martha Courtner. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 25, 2012, from Mountain Home National Cemetery. Dr. Michael Oaks will officiate. Military Honors will be observed at the cemetery. Grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers.	Courtner, Robert Earl (I37133)
7678	Robert "Jake" Isaiah Bentley, 83, Johnson City, passed away Friday, July 10, 2015, in the M.D. Anderson Cancer & Research Center, Houston, Texas. A native of Newland, North Carolina, he was a son of the late Oscar M. & Dora Oaks Bentley. He had lived in Elizabethton and Johnson City most of his life. He retired as a Mater Sargent E7 from the United States Army after 21 years of service. Mr. Bentley was a member of Hunter First Baptist Church, Elizabethton. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 2108, Johnson City. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters: Maude Baldwin and Mae Burleson. And three brothers: Rom, Ronald and Wheeler Bentley. Survivors include his wife: Nyoka Taylor Bentley. His Children: Tammy Murphy Almond, and Kawana Collake both of Johnson City. His Grandchildren: Brandon Murphy, Austin Almond, Chani Lewis, a special grandson, Isaiah Arnold. His Sisters: Fergie Yontz and husband Bill and Lida Campbell all of Elizabethton, Victoria Carpenter, Canton, Ohio and Martha Baldwin, Michigan City, Indiana. His Brothers-in-law: Bobby Taylor, Johnson City and Jack Ward, Elizabethton. His sister-in-law: Mary Ward, Elizabethton. Several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2015, in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Tony Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music will be provided by Millie Renfro, Rev. Tony Clark & Donna Clark. Active Pallbearers will be: Brandon Murphy, Austin Almond, Bobby Taylor, Jack Ward, Bryon Yontz and Van Almond. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Gerald Matheson, Ernest Hardin, Jim Barnett and friends at VFW Post 2108 and all his nephews. Family and friends of "Jake" may call at the residence of a daughter Tammy Murphy Almond between 1 and 4 p.m. on Saturday.	Bentley, Robert Isaiah "Jake" (I44485)
7679	Robert "Ronnie" Hughes, 70 of Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. A native of Johnson City he is the son of the late Carl and Lizzie Hughes. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by a brother, Everett Hughes. Ronnie graduated from Happy Valley High School before graduating from Steed College with a degree in business. He proudly served his country in the US Navy and worked with Warner-Lambert, retiring in 1994. Ronnie was a member of Fairview Baptist church and enjoyed restoring old cars, camping and sports. Ronnie was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother and will be missed by many. Those left to cherish Ronnie's memory include: wife of 45 years, Cathy; sons, Bryan Hughes (Jill) and Curtis Hughes (Carolee); grandchildren, Landry and Laynee Kate Hughes; siblings, Virginia Woods and Betty Leonard; and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Veterans Administration Staff. A Committal service and interment will take place at Washington County Memory Gardens, Johnson City on Monday, February 11, 2019 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Gary Roe officiating and military honors. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:50 PM. Pallbearers will be Andy Savage, Joey Savage, Ethan Savage, Randy Woods, Matthew Woods, Gary Chapman, Lee Wamsley, and Allen Torbett.	Hughes, Robert Ronnie (I78202)
7680	Robert "Tense" Whitehead, 85, of Hampton, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at Life Care Center of Elizabethton. Robert was born in Hampton, Tenn., to the late Garfield and Ethel Lacy Whitehead. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Clarence Whitehead, Jack Whitehead, William Whitehead and J.D. Whitehead, and one sister, Ivalee Whitehead. Robert was a farmer and loved gardening, being outdoors, working and loved farming. Those left to cherish his memory include two brothers, Jessie J. Whitehead and wife Patsy of Hampton and Richard Whitehead and wife Erlene of Stoney Creek in Elizabethton, and two sisters-in-law, Sue Whitehead of Butler, Tenn., and Ellen Whitehead of Pennsylvania. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A service to honor the life of Robert "Tense" Whitehead will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday, February 2, in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Ronnie Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service, or at the residence of his brother at any time. The graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Sunday, February 3, in the Bennett Cemetery on Dennis Cove Road in Hampton. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.	Whitehead, Robert (I68544)
7681	Robert "Tub" Rainbolt, 94, of Hampton, went home to be with his Lord and family on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, from Life Care Center of Elizabethton, following a brief illness. He was born in Butler, Tenn., to the late William Byrd Rainbolt and Annie McNeil Rainbolt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Christine Whitehead Rainbolt; two sons, Larry Rainbolt and Richard Rainbolt; a brother, Harold Rainbolt; and his sisters, Nina White, Violet Logsdon, Novella Rainbolt and Elsie Rainbolt. Robert had worked as a truck driver for Carter Enterprises and General Shale for over 35 years. He was a United States Army/Air Force veteran, having served during World War II in Markham Valley (New Guinea), Okinawa, Japan and Camp Chaffee, Ark. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed loafing, telling stories and listening to Swap and Shop. Those left to cherish his memories include two sons, Robert John Rainbolt and Lester Rainbolt and wife Lisa, both of Hampton; six daughters, Phyllis Campbell and husband Ronnie of Hampton, Thelma Simerly and husband Jeffery of Roan Mountain, Betsy Rainbolt and Nick Simerly of Hampton, Shirley Greer and husband James of Kingsport, Christy Hall and husband Nicholas of Kemmerer, Wyo., and Amanda Rainbolt and Joshua Woodby of Grapeview, Wash.; 22 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenneth Rainbolt of Elizabethton; and two sisters, Betty Logsdon of Chester, Va., and Inez Bussey of Baltimore, Md. Several nieces and nephews and countless friends and neighbors also survive. A graveside service to honor and celebrate the life of Robert "Tub" Rainbolt will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, August 19, in the Butler Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Ronnie Campbell officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be his nephews, Sutton Brown, Bill Hughes, Johnny Lewis, J.L. Norris, Carl Montgomery, John Barre, Stanley Largent, Rob Whitehead, Greg Hartley and Herman Tolley.	Rainbolt, Robert "Tub" (I46708)
7682	Robert 'Bob' Dyson age 60, of Mountain City Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 10, 2018 at the Johnson County Community Hospital. He was born on June 23, 1958 to the late Andy Dyson Jr. and Helen Waters Dyson. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by a special cousin, Clifford Woods. Bob retired from General Electric of Greenville, SC. He grew up on a farm and had continued farming and helping others farm. He also enjoyed riding his four-wheeler and side-by-side. He was a member of Bailey Lodge 146 F&AM of Greer, SC and First Baptist Church of Mountain City, TN. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He lived each day by the golden rule 'Do unto others as you would have others do unto you'. If there was anyone in need, Bob was always one of the first to help. He was always, always doing for others, not because anyone asked and not because he had to, but because it was the right thing to do. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife, Sharon Dyson; daughters, Elizabeth Ann Dyson Baker and husband Chris and Heather Dyson Winterstein and husband Mack; stepsons, Weston Throop, Caleb Throop and Daniel Byers; grandchildren, Bailee, Hannah and Logan Small and Saje and Riley Winterstein; special friends, Cloyce Eller, Mike Phillippi, Linda Farmer, Jamie Lewis and many more special friends, and several cousins. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Ricky Campbell officiating with special prayer by Noah Click. Special music will be provided by Joe Simcox and Ricky Campbell. Graveside service and interment will follow at the Donnelly Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eric Cullop, Tommy Rhymer, Charles Dyson, Johnathan Thomason, Andy Woods, Wesley Waters, Danny Waters, and Weston Throop. Honorary pallbearers are Randy Cullop, Danny Cullop, Hugh Slemp, Pat Conville, George Ashley, Hugh Bruce, Roger Smith, Randy Rader, Willie DeBord, Fellowship Class of First Baptist Church, Bud McComas, and Mike Reece.	Dyson, Robert "Bob" (I69462)
7683	Robert A. "Bob" Proffitt, age 67, of Elizabethton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Bob was a native of Carter County and the son of the late Joe L. and Rosa Lee Stout Proffitt. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Albert Proffitt. Bob was the owner and operator of Volco Station on Broad Street for over 30 years. He was of the Christian faith. Bob was a member of the Carter County Car Club and of the Elizabethton Downtown Merchants. He enjoyed going to the flea market, antique cars and NasCar. Most of all, he loved his family and friends. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 49 years, Wanda Garland Proffitt, of the home; his daughter, April Proffitt, also of the home; his son, Joey Proffitt, of Johnson City; a brother, Dean Proffitt and wife Dorothy, of Johnson City; and a niece, Traci Proffitt, of Hampton. A graveside service to honor the life of Mr. Robert A. "Bob" Proffitt, will be conducted at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 26, 2016 at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Rev. Ron Owens and Rev. Jerry Cannon, officiating. Active pallbearers will be Joey Proffitt, Tim Williams, Bill Feathers, Slim Miller, Dallas Clark and Dean Proffitt. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Bob's friends and customers and the employees of Mapes Piano String, Company. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton at 9:15 AM on Friday, to go in procession. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday, August 25, 2016 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of Bob's loyal customers for the past 30 years.	Proffitt, Robert A. (I51718)
7684	Robert and Lottie Tester's children were raised by their grand parents, William H. and Atha Proffitt.	Tester, Robert Cleveland (I53738)
7685	Robert Andy Dyson Jr., age 86, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. He was born on May 12, 1927 to the late Andy Dyson Sr., and Cora Lee Forrester Dyson. In addition to his parents, Andy was preceded in death by his siblings, Charlie Dyson, Ruth Rhymer, Pauline Guy, Ruby Woods, Mary Woods, Shirley Blevins, Kitty Phillips and a nephew, who was like a son, Clifford Woods. Andy was a member of First Baptist Church, where he had also served as Deacon and was a member of the Fellowship Sunday School Class. Andy operated a sawmill for over 40 years and was also a farmer. He loved farming, raising tobacco, hay and beef cattle. He truly lived his life by the golden rule. Andy was deeply loved by all who knew him and was simply and affectionately known by many as "Papaw D." Andy is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Helen Waters Dyson; son, Bobby Dyson and friend Dixie Widener; niece, who was like a daughter, Pat Woods; sister, Katherine Dyson; grandchildren; Ann Baker and husband Chris, Heather Dyson, Jimmy Woods, Bobby Jo Watson and husband David; nine great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; sister in law, Lucy Dyson; brothers in law, Bill Blevins and Vernon Waters; special friends; George, Janice and Angela Ashley; several nieces and nephews and many more special friends and neighbors. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the Mountain City Funeral Home with Pastors Ricky Campbell, Norman Reece and Harry Wills to officiate. Special Music will be provided by Ricky and Millie Campbell. The family will receive friends from 12-2:00 p.m. on Saturday, prior to the service. Graveside Service and Interment will follow from the Donnelly Cemetery.	Dyson, Robert Andrew "Andy" Jr. (I60337)
7686	Robert attended Tipton Hill High School in Bakersville, Mitchell County, North Carolina prior to moving to Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee to be with two of his brothers. He was working in Johnson City when he enlisted in the United States Army on 28 June 1944 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Robert completed basic training at Camp Blanding, near Starke, Florida and arrived England on 1 December 1944 to a Replacement Depot. He was assigned to Company G, 2nd Battalion, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Regiment. He participated in two unit campaigns; Northern France and the Rhineland. It was in this campaign while engaged with the enemy at Nocher, Luxembourg on 18 January 1945 that Robert was Killed in Action. He was 24 years old and was awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Robert was a member of the Mt. View Baptist Church in Honeycutt, North Carolina and the son of Stokes Ulysses Grant Burleson and Ida Sparks.	Burleson, Robert Eckard (I4477)
7687	Robert Bernard "Benny" Michael, age 66, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 24, 2018, from his residence where he was surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Boone, NC on January 21, 1952, to Robert Vernon Michael and Maxine Michelle Price. He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents. Robert loved to tinker around with things and was always working on his projects. He loved to read and be outdoors while spending time with his family. He was a textile mechanic at Burlington for 20 years, until the plant shutdown, forcing him to relocate to Paxar in Lenoir where he worked for 21 years. Those left to cherish Robert's memory are his loving wife of 46 years, Althea Price Michael; two sons, Robert Andrew Michael and wife Jennifer and Eric Jason Michael and wife Michelle; his mother Maxine Price, sisters Hazel Michael Holloway one brother, Mike Michael; and husband John and Cathy Michael, Joy Michael Bohannon and husband Brendan; two grandsons, Kal-El Jaden Michael and Robert Andrew Michael Jr., three step-granddaughters, Ashtyn McKinsi Henson, Emily Kay Collier, and Olymbia Georgia Collier, as well as several nieces and nephews.	Michael, Robert Bernard "Benny" (I67618)
7688	Robert Clark, age 84, of Centerville, Iowa, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013, at Centerville Nursing and Rehab in Centerville. He was born September 7, 1928, in Hampton, Tennessee, to Arthur and Nola (Tolley) Clark. After graduating from high school in the spring of 1946, Robert enlisted in the United States Army. During his two year span with the Army, Robert was stationed in Vienna, Austria, where he ran a hotel for both officers and transits. He later enlisted in the Navy and was stationed in Norfork, Virginia and Olathe, Kansas. Robert was a cook and ran the NCO Club at the naval airbase in Olathe. At the end of his naval career, he was in charge of a galley with the USS Gearing DD710 medical fleet. Robert was medically discharged from the Navy in 1955. He served his country honorably for nearly a decade. Robert married Mary "Delores" Marchello on September 23, 1949, and to this union three children were born. He later married Sherry Blomgren on December 31, 1985, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Centerville. Following his military career, Robert moved to Centerville in 1955. It was during this time period that he began working part time with the postal service. His career eventually became full time during the mid- to late 1950s. Robert was appointed as the acting Centerville postmaster in 1968. He served the Centerville Community faithfully until his retirement from the post office in December of 1989. Robert was very active in numerous groups during his lifetime. He was an active member of the Jaycees. When he had returned from the Service in 1955, Robert and other farmers used their equipment to clean up and expand the Lelah Bradley Park in Centerville. He was also both a member and president of the Appanoose County Fair Board for several years. Robert was proud to be a member of NAPUS (National Association of Postmasters of United States). He was also a member of Mystic American Legion Post #340. Robert was proud to be a Shriner. During his time with the Shriners, he helped introduce the shriner's cars in the Pancake Day Parade in the early 1970s. Most importantly, Robert was a devout Christian. He was an active member of the Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene in Moravia, Iowa. He enjoyed numerous hobbies and passions. Robert loved traveling, including several trips to Alaska. During his time in Alaska he often enjoyed the Fiddle Festival in Fairbanks, as well as the Yukon Quest Dog Race. He also made many trips to Tennessee to visit both family and friends. He loved catering for people and was well known for striking up friendships wherever he went. Robert was also known for being an author in which he wrote numerous books on his family history. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Clark, of Centerville, Iowa; six children, Brad (Mary) Clark, Bruce (Cathy) Clark, Bryon (Margaret) Clark, Steve Bunch, Kevin Bunch and Michelle (Hugh) Scieszinski; fifteen grandchildren, Jenny (Jake) Bates, Seth (Megan) Clark, Michael (Molly) Clark, Megan (Colby) Law, Nathan Clark, Tasha (Terry) Schnathorst, Eric Clark, Gerald Clark, Stephan Bunch, Katie (Bryce) Oswalt, Whitney (PJ) Tedford, Susanne Scieszinski, Jacob Scieszinski, Mallory Scieszinski, and Jayden Scieszinski; eight great grandchildren, Narayan Funk-Clark, Calla and Annaliese Bates, Liam and Julia Clark, and Leah, Abi, Elayna Tedford; and a brother, Byrl (Kansas) Clark, of Hampton, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents; two siblings, Mildred Delena and Arvil Clark. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM Tuesday morning, February 19, 2013, at the Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene, Moravia, Iowa, with Pastor Terry Chapman officiating. Friends may call from 1 PM until 8 PM Monday, February 18, 2013, with family there from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Lange Funeral Home & Crematory in Centerville. Burial will be in the Felkner Cemetery, west of Centerville, with full military honors.	Clark, Robert (I38933)
7689	Robert Clay Wiseman, 71, of Newland passed into the eternal light and love of his Heavenly Father on October 25, 2018. Robert passed peacefully at his home surrounded by those he loved most. He dealt with this most challenging illness in his true form of courage and firm faith in God. To mourn his passing, he leaves his Son: Bill; future Daughter-in-Law: Bonnie Wilkinson; Sister: Doris Boulton; Niece: Caroline Fernandez; plus a host of friends and cousins. Robert was preceded in death by his first wife and the mother of his children, Lilly; daughter: Bonnie; second wife; Donna; brother-in-law: Jerry Boulton; and his parents: Helen and Clay Wiseman. Robert was baptized and grew under the auspices of Plumtree Presbyterian Church and the tutelage of Pastor T.W. Clapp., where he remained a member until his death. Robert attended Avery County Schools, Lees-McRae College, and East Tennessee State University, where his studies were interrupted by a call to serve his country in Viet Nam. Robert served his country in Viet Nam as Ranger with the 173rd Airborne Division in some of the fiercest fighting in the jungles around Ben Hoa as leader of a seven-man Reconnaissance Team. He was the sole survivor. Far from being resentful, Robert remained active with the local Veterans of Foreign War with Post 4286. Returning to East Tennessee State after service to his country, he received his degree in Business Management. In 1973 he was hired by Avery County as Budget Director. This title was later changed to County Manager. After working with Avery County the first time, Wiseman went to Seven Devils as Town Manager. In 1980, he went to work as Director of Business Management at Black Mountain Center for Mental Disabilities and Substance Abuse. He was later promoted to director at the Junior Evaluation Center in Swannanoa. In 1999, Robert went to Spruce Pine as Town Manager for five years, then as Mitchell County Manager for five years. In all, Wiseman had more than 25 years of experience in state, county and municipal government and public service. In 2002, he returned home to Avery County as County Manager. His heart was always with the people and government of his home county. He truly loved each he served. Throughout his years of service Robert gained and continued to possess an intimate knowledge of the socio-economic demographics of Avery County, as well as the educational and geographical makeup. Robert has proven himself a true hero not only to his country, but to his community and family alike. Robert's family would like to thank the Staff of Medi Home Hospice, with special thanks to Lareeca, Cindy, Jessica, Brinkley, Diane, Mary and Hannah.	Wiseman, Robert Clay (I65199)
7690	Robert Clifton “Bob” Edwards, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed from death unto life at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at age 85. Bob was born on November 17, 1936, in Banner Elk, North Carolina, the middle of three sons born to Clifton and Laura Belle Edwards. He was raised in the Pinecrest Community of Johnson City and was a 1955 graduate of Elizabethton High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was a member of the distinguished 101st Airborne Division. Following military service, Bob moved to the Kingsport area in 1958 where he started his family and resided most of his life, retiring in 1999 from Eastman Chemical Company’s Plastics Technical Service Labs. Bob enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he also loved college football and Lady Vols basketball during the Pat Summit era. But most important to him was his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and his family and church family. He loved his wife and children, and he was especially proud of his grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and loved being a part of their activities. He was consistently one of the first to arrive and secure seats for the family for his grandsons’ football games at Sullivan South High School, and he could be depended upon to be front-and-center for his granddaughters’ volleyball and soccer games and track meets. Whether it was school sports, plays, or taking the grandkids fishing, Bob loved spending time with his family. A loyal and devoted husband; a wise and supportive Dad; and a doting and generous grandfather, we were greatly blessed to have had him in our lives. Bob also never met a stranger. No matter where he went, he would find someone to strike up a conversation with, and in short order, would soon have a new friend. A long-time usher at Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, Bob was a favorite of young children because he could be counted upon to always have a piece or two of candy for them each Sunday morning. A kind and generous man, he was loved by all, and was one of those people who made your life richer by just having made his acquaintance. Put simply, he loved God, and he loved people. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Clifton Herbert and Laura Belle Edwards, and two brothers, Gordon Edwards, and James Edwards. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Brenda Edwards; son, Robert Edwards Jr, and wife Allison; daughter Britta Milhorn and husband Jim; six grandchildren: Morgan Edwards (Mariah), Erika Seaver (Brandon), Lauren Gibson (Nathan), Jarrod Edwards (Azlinn), Braeden Gumbert (Jack), and Rylee Archer (Logan); two great granddaughters: Mackenlee and Aubrey Gibson; and several nieces and a great-nephew. The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, located at 197 Suncrest Street, Gray, TN. A memorial service led by Pastor John Herdman will follow at 6:00 PM. A committal service will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Mausoleum of Faith located at East Tennessee Cemetery 2630 Highway 75, Blountville, TN (directly across from Tri-Cities Regional Airport). Military gravesite rites will be presented by The American Legion Post 3/265.	Edwards, Robert Clifton Sr. (26162620)
7691	ROBERT D. HYDER In the acquirment of his education Robert D. Hyder attended the public schools of Carter Co. & subsequently enrolled in Milligan College, from which institution he was graduated in 1906, with the A. B. degree. In boyhood he had decided to enter the legal profession & upon the completion of his literary education, he began reading law in the office of C. C. Collins. He likewise did some correspondence work for Mr. Collins. From 1906 to 1914 he taught in the Carter Co. public schools & in 1909 & 1910 was superintendent of the schools in this county. In 1914 he took up the practice of law as a member of the firm of Collins & Hyder & is still active in that connection. Collins & Hyder being one of the leading law firms in Elizabethton & Carter Co. The firm enjoys an extensive general practice & handles litigation in all state & federal courts. For the past 3 years Mr. Hyder has been county attorney for Carter Co. & for 1 year he was active as recorder of the town of Elizabethton, having been appointed to that office to fill out an unexpired term. At Elizabethton, on the 22nd of June, 1909, was celebrated the marriage of Mr. Hyder & Miss Mattie L. Brumit, a daughter of A. B. Brumit, a prominent resident of this city. To their union 5 children wer born, 3 boys & 2 girls. One boy & 1 girl died in infancy. The living children are: Carson, 12 years of age; Hillis, 10 years of age; & Helen, 3. Mr. Hyder served in the Spanish-American War. He was corporal of Company L, 36th United States Volunteer Infantry. In 1911 he assisted in the organization of Company D, 3rd TN National Guard, & for a few months he served as lieutenant of the company. During the World War Mr. Hyder served on the legal advisory board & took a prominent & active part in the furtherance of the government's interests. Mr. Hyder votes with the Republican party. Fraternally he's identified with the Independent Order of Odd Fellow, the Junior Order of United American Mechanics & the Woodmen of the World. His religious faith is that of the Methodist Episcopal church & he is a teacher in teh Boys' Bible class. Mr. Hyder is sincerely devoted to his profession & well merits the sucess he has achieved. He is essentially public spirited & is never too busy to give his aid in the promotion of any movement for the benefit of the community at large. His friends are legion.	Hyder, Robert Decker (I59431)
7692	Robert Dean Blevins, 88, of Elizabethton, Tenn., went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 28, 2020, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born July 10, 1931 in Elizabethton to the late William and Lottie Blevins. Mr. Blevins loved working on antique clocks, building grandfather clocks, going to the flea market, stopping at yard sales, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of New Liberty Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Foy, Clyde, Bessie and Roberta. Those left to cherish his memories include his loving wife of 62 years, Etta Marie Blevins (Taylor); three children, Lisa, Chris and Robbie Blevins; six grandchildren, Matthew Baird, Logan Blevins, Lakeisha Schuettler, Blake, Andrew and Tobe Blevins; a special nephew, Ronnie Blevins; and special friends, Denny Grindstaff and Jerry Carden. The family would like to say a special thank you to all of the staff at Ballad Health, Amedisys Home Health, and Hospice for taking care of him during his final days. A service to celebrate the life of Dean will be conducted at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 15, at New Liberty Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Nick Colbaugh and Ray Colbaugh officiating.	Blevins, Robert Dean (I50762)
7693	Robert Donald Grant, 88, affectionately known by many as “Bud”, “Pud” and “Bob”, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 20th, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 20, 1933, to the late Emmett C. and Ruth (Mason) Grant in Johnson City, Tennessee. In his youth, he was a member of Mr. D.R. Beeson, Sr's Boy Scout Troop #38, which greatly influenced his life. He made many beautiful memories, learned many life lessons, and made many lifelong friendships Bob graduated from Science Hill High School in 1951. He was a member of the Topper Band and played the drums. He attended East Tennessee State College and the University of Cincinnati before serving in the United States Army Company C 7th Infantry Division in Germany. He went to work at Beeson and Beeson Architects as a “print boy” while in high school, and following his military service he returned to the firm and later became their building construction inspector. He made many friends while traveling to job sites across Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. He always represented the firm with honesty and integrity during his 44 years of service and retired in 2002. Bob loved the Lord and was very active in church. He was a former member of Calvary Presbyterian Church and was a current member of Pinecrest Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon, choir member, and Sunday School teacher before his illness. He greatly missed attending church. Bob was very devoted to his wife and daughter and loved them very much. He also loved his in-laws, Dave and Gladys Renfro, dearly and helped care for them through many years of illness. He had a keen eye for detail, which made him a perfect fit for his job as a building inspector. He drew the plans for his family's home in 1962, and two additions in 1981 and 1987. He had an incredible sense of humor and always tried to make people laugh and smile when given an opportunity...even during his illness. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles and watching Jeopardy with his family. He was a big fan of college football and basketball, and especially loved the NCAA March Madness tournament each year. Mr. Grant was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and their spouses: Ralph (Nancy) Grant and Jim (Margie) Grant, and a sister Mildred (Bruce) Lacy. He was also preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Dave and Gladys Renfro, a sister-in-law, Jean Renfro, and two brothers-in-law, Jerome Christian and Paul D. Renfro. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Janet Renfro Grant; his only child, Kristin (Grant) Rose and her husband, Paul; his beloved Shih Tzu, Oscar; several in-laws: Jane Christian, David (Janice) Renfro, and Richard “Dickie” (Sheila) Renfro; several special nieces/nephews, great-nieces/nephews, and one great-great nephew. The family would like to thank the staff of Avalon Hospice (past and current) who provided exceptional care to Bob over the past year and a half. They would also like to thank the members of Pinecrest Baptist Church for their prayers and for ministering to the family over the years with visits, food, and beautiful cards. The family will receive friends at Pinecrest Baptist Church on Tuesday, November 30, from 5-7pm. The funeral will begin at 7 pm and will be officiated by Rev. Garry Edwards (Pastor, Pinecrest Baptist Church and Rev. Mike Watts (Chaplain, Avalon Hospice). Active Pallbearers will be Jim Grant, Michael Grant, Larry Renfro, Scott Renfro, Steve Waycaster, and Mike Bishop, Alex Payne and Jack Hatchett Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Renfro, David Renfro, Brent Williams, Earl Gouge, Gil Dietz, Earl Maden, Brantley Kinch, Joseph Pugh, past and current employees of Beeson & Beeson/Beeson, Lusk and Street Architects; the men and women of Pinecrest Baptist Church, and the staff of Avalon Hospice. Burial will be at 11a on Wednesday, December 1, at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton, TN.	Grant, Robert Donald (I89172)
7694	Robert E. "Buck" Carver, 81, of Jonesborough, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2015, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Washington County, son of the late Charlie Erwin and Mary Ingram Carver. Buck was of Baptist faith. He served his country in the Korean War in the United States Marine Corps. Buck was a truck driver and loved trucking. He was an avid fisherman. In addition to his parents, his brother Sam Carver preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Volena Bradford Carver of the home; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Steven Carver of the home, Chris and Summer Carver of Jonesborough; a sister and brother-in-law, Alice M. and Phil Dalton of Johnson City; three grandchildren, Logan Austin Carver, Chandler Carver and Ashleigh Carver; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 10, 2015, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Dogwood Chapel of the Morris-Baker Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 8:00 p.m. under the direction of Minister Pete Booher. A committal service is scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at the Washington County Memory Gardens. A procession will leave Morris-Baker to the cemetery at 10:30 a.m. on Friday. Active pallbearers will be: Michael Bradford, Chris Carver, Phillip Dalton, Steve Carver, David Peters and Logan Carver. Honorary pallbearers will be: Chandler Carver, Chuck Mathes, Dennis Bradford, J. C. Bradford, Jim Bradford, Dean Gregory and Scott Ingram.	Carver, Robert E. "Buck" (I41119)
7695	Robert E. "Gene" Edwards, 85, Elizabethton, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014 in Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Stewart and Faye Collins Edwards. He served in the United States Navy during World War II and also the Korean Conflict. Prior to his retirement he worked at North American Rayon Corporation and construction at Tennessee Eastman. For a period of time he taught Welding with the Adult Vocational Program at Science Hill High School. He attended Siam Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Emogene Hayes Edwards, December 24, 2005 and a brother: Ted Edwards. Gene was an avid Vol fan. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Cindy & David Jenkins and Lisa & Gary Jenkins all of Elizabethton. Five grandchildren: Nathan Jenkins, Lance Jenkins and wife Carrie, Joseph Jenkins, Logan Jenkins and Jessica White and husband Brad. Five great-grandchildren. One brother and sister-in-law: Tommy Edwards and wife Earlene, Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews. A special aunt: Milan Herman, Elizabethton. Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Jack Roddy officiating. Graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2014 in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Music under the direction of Mr. Bill Anderson, "Singing for the Savior" and Miranda Anderson. Active pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday will be: Rick Arnold, Phillip Campbell, Charles Edwards, Mike Edwards, Gary Edwards, Johnny Edwards, Paul Herman and Chris Cornett. Honorary pallbearers will be his special friends and neighbors. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to the Emergency Room staff of Sycamore Shoals Hospital and the Heart Critical Care Unit, Johnson City Medical Center. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion. To those who prefer, memorials may be made in memory of Mr. Edwards to the Siam Baptist Church, 2414 Siam Road, Elizabethton, Tenn. 37643. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Friends may also visit with the family at his residence or the residences of his daughters. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:20 a.m. Tuesday to go to the cemetery.	Edwards, Robert Eugene (I43376)
7696	Robert E. Grindstaff M.D., DABAM, 65, of Nashville, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Grindstaff was born on October 24, 1956 in Elizabethton, Tenn., to the late Reverend Robert Ray Grindstaff and Mamie (Slagle) Grindstaff. Dr. Grindstaff was a 1974 graduate of Elizabethton High School where he played the tuba in the Betsy Band and where he received the honor of Boy Scouts of America God and Country in 1969 and Eagle Scout in 1970 along with being named Who’s Who Among American High School Students in both 1973 and 1974. He then attended East Tennessee State University for his undergraduate between the years of 1974-1978 where he graduated with a BS Magna Cum Laude with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry and was a member of Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society from 1976-1978. He then attended the University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences between the years of 1978-1983, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine and served as Vice President of Alpha Kappa Kappa Medical Fraternity between the years of 1981-1983. Dr. Grindstaff received several honors in his prestigious career such as Who’s Who for Professionals National Medical Edition, Consumer’s Research Council of America Guide to America’s Top Family Doctors from 2007-2015 and the Leading Physicians of the World, Top Family Medicine Physician and Addiction Medicine Specialist in 2016. Dr. Grindstaff earned his board certification with the National Board of Medical Examiners in 1984, Diplomate American Board of Family Medicine in 1987 and Diplomate American Board of Addiction Medicine. In addition, he was credentialed in Diplomate American Academy of Pain Management in 2006 and Fellow American Academy of Pain Medicine. Dr. Grindstaff did his internship at the Quillen College of Medicine in the Family Practice Department at Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center between the years of 1983-1984 and completed his residency at the same department between the years of 1984-1986. After his residency, Dr. Grindstaff went into practice, opening and operating Pinecrest Family Practice and Pain Management from 1986-2011. He served as Medical Director at Ivy Hall Nursing Home from 1990-2003, Carter County Sherriff’s Department’s Medical Director from 1990-2000 and Pathway Medical Group as an Addictionologist from 2012 to 2018. After a battle of receiving medical care in Nashville, Tenn., since July 2018, he was so proud to return to work as a medical director/Addictionologist for Crossroads Recovery in September 2021, a promise he kept to his patients. Dr. Grindstaff was honored to be a consultant on Vanderbilt’s HOPE Study and the HOPE/Stigma Study Research Projects. Dr. Grindstaff was a member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, American Academy of Family Practice, American Academy of Pain Management, American Academy of Pain Medicine and the World Institute of Pain. He also held many faculty positions, including at the Quillen College of Medicine, Clinical Instructor in the Department of OB/ GYN from 1986-1988, Clinical Instructor in the Department of Family Medicine from 1986-1990 and as a Preceptor for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year medical students from 1997-2011. Dr. Grindstaff was a member of Milligan Free Will Baptist Church. He loved horses and one of his greatest joys was his World Champion Show Horses. He also enjoyed crocheting, cooking and all genres of music. He mostly enjoyed watching his grandchildren, participating in band, sports and other activities. Those left to continue his prestigious legacy of love and care include his wife of 37 years, Beth Ann (Altizer) Grindstaff; his beloved daughters, Kelli (Landon) Humphreys of Elizabethton, Jordan Grindstaff of Bristol, Tenn., and his bonus daughter, Riley (Jason) Thompson, also of Elizabethton; five grandchildren, Jackson Humphreys, Hayden Humphreys, Grayson Humphreys, Colton Humphreys and McCoy Clayton; four bonus grandchildren, Ian Thompson, Griffin Thompson, Simon Thompson and Scarlett Thompson. Several cousins, nieces and nephews also survive. A service to honor and celebrate the life of Dr. Robert E. Grindstaff will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Rev. Mark Street officiating. Rev.Jackie Cole will provide a eulogy. Music will be under the direction of Ian and Jason Thompson. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, prior to the service, or at the residence at any time. The committal and entombment will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, in the Mausoleum at Oak Hill Memorial Park (800 Truxton Drive, Kingsport, TN 37660). Active pallbearers will be Michael Altizer, Alan Altizer, Jack Altizer, Landon Humphreys, Jackson Humphreys, Hayden Humphreys, Jason Thompson, Ian Thompson and Griffin Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be Noah Clayton and all the patients Dr. Grindstaff has loved and cared for through the years and Robert, James, Mary and Liz and the staff of Ambulanz Services and Metro One.	Grindstaff, Dr. Robert E. (12043086)
7697	Robert E. McCloud, 99, Johnson City, passed away Friday, January 11, 2013, in the Four Oaks Health Care Center following an extended illness. A native of Johnson County, he was a son of the late William and Mary Ellen Pierce McCloud. He had lived in Johnson City for number of years. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was retired from North American Rayon Corporation after several years. He was a member of the Cedar Grove Baptist Church. Mr. McCloud loved to play Bingo, and Word Search Puzzles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Lillian Pierce McCloud, May 7, 1999; by four brothers: Newton, Walter, Harry & Luther McCloud; and his sisters: Minnie & Effie. Survivors include a daughter: Pat Couch and husband, John, Johnson City; A Step-Daughter: Norma Jean Smith and husband, Lee, Gray; Two Grandsons: Greg Couch and wife, Peggy, Los Angeles, and Jonathan Couch and wife, Angie, Johnson City; A Great Granddaughter: Daphne, Los Angeles. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 15, 2013, in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dan Wood officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion.	McCloud, Robert Earl (I27955)
7698	Robert G. Deloach - ELIZABETHTON Robert Glen Deloach, 79, 335 Tenn. Highway 91, Elizabethton, died Friday, June 1, 2001, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Mountain Home. Mr. Deloach was a Butler native and a son of the late Nat and Pearl Whaley Deloach. He was a retired painter and farmer. Mr. Deloach was a World War II Army veteran. He received two Purple Hearts, the Oak Leaf Cluster and four Bronze Service Stars. Mr. Deloach was a member of Pierce Baptist Church, Butler. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Manuel Deloach and Spencer Deloach. Survivors include three sisters, Ina Mae Deloach, of the home, Pauline Poole, Elizabethton, and Effie Garland, Butler; and several nieces and nephews. DELOACH -- Funeral services for Robert Glen Deloach, 79, 335 Highway 91, Elizabethton, who died Friday, June 1, 2001, will be conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday, June 3, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Oddis Dugger Jr. and the Rev. Russell Potter officiating. Music will be provided by Kathy Pierce and Gail Elliott. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday, June 4, in the National Cemetery, Mountain Home, with the Rev. Harvey White officiating. Military graveside honors will be conducted by the Captain Lynn H. Folsom VFW Post #2166, Elizabethton. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Monday, will be Junior McQueen, John Hammitt, Johnny Pierce, Darrell Ward, Ronnie Oliver, Harvey White and Montie Pierce. Honorary pallbearers will be his nieces and nephews and his many special friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Friends may also call at the residence. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Monday to go to the cemetery. Memorial Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.	DeLoach, Robert Glen (I13336)
7699	Robert G. Morefield, 65, 1167 Pine Loop Road, died in Conway Hospital January 14, 2001. He was a native of Johnson City, Tennessee and was a son of the late Robert H. and Edna Osborne Morefield. He was retired from the US Air Force with over 25years of service and was of the Protestant faith. Survivors include one daughter, Regina L. Gutkosky, Arizona; one son, Robert Lark Morefield; five sisters, Mildred Courtner and Mae Allen, both of Johnson City, Tennessee; Bernice Wilkerson,Kingsport, Tennessee; Lucille Nelson and Jeannie Arnold, Mountain City, Tennessee and Thelma Mains, Zionville, North Carolina; one brother, Kenny Morefield, Newark, Delaware. Military services were conducted Friday January 19, 2001 at 2 p.m. at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tennessee. Eggers Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.	Morefield, Robert G. "Lark" (I68060)
7700	Robert Glen Forrester, age 85, Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on January 24, 2023 at Life Care Center of Gray. He was born August 9, 1937 in Shouns, TN; Johnson County to the late Charlie Forrester and Eva Lewis Forrester. In addition to his parents Glen was preceded in death by his wife Jean P. Forrester; sisters, Lenith Arnold, Dicy McCloud, Edith Hall, Marie Stancil and Ruth Parsons; and brothers, Conley Forrester, Ernest Forrester, Ottis Forrester, Dewey Forrester, and Charles Quinn Forrester. He was a United States Army Veteran. During his service he specialized in communications and spent time guarding the Berlin Wall. Glen worked in construction throughout the years doing home improvements. He was employed 17 years with Miller Industries in Boone, NC. He is survived by daughter, Joan Lowe and husband David of Butler, TN; son, Jimmy D. Price, Sr. and wife Robin of Elkton, MD; grandchildren, Justin Lowe, Devin Lowe and wife Ashley, Jennifer Holcomb and husband James and Jimmy Price, Jr., great-grandchildren, Blake Eddison Holcomb, Payge Lynn Holcomb, Cora Ann Lowe, Lucy Margaret Lowe, Jake Forrester Lowe, and Ivalee Ruth Lowe; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2023 at Mountain City Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 6:30 p.m. The graveside service and burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Johnson County Honor Guard. Pallbearers will be Justin Lowe, Devin Lowe, Jimmy Price, Jr., James Holcomb, Chris Price, and Bill Ward II.	Forrester, Robert Glen (23511560)