Marilda "Rilda" Hicks

Marilda married Harvey Miles Presnell about 1846 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Harvey (son of James Mast Presnell and Susannah "Susan" Benfield) was born about 1824 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Sarah Malissa Dyer about 1867 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Sarah was born about 1844 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eli married Americus Banner about 1867 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Americus was born about 1845 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harmon married Keziah Ward on 18 Mar 1875 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Keziah was born in May 1856 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died about 1928 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Grant married Sarah Ellen Presnell about 1888 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Sarah (daughter of James Monroe Presnell and Nancy Louisa Trivette) was born about 1870 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 13 Aug 1927 in Cocke County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Union Cemetery, , Cocke County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lincoln married Catharine Tester on 3 Oct 1891 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Catharine was born in May 1874 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Henry married Etta Waycaster on 9 Jun 1893 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Etta was born on 14 Mar 1877 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 13 Feb 1944 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Susan Malinda Keller about 1888 in North Carolina, , , . Susan was born about 1870 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Amanda Victoria Guy about 1895 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Amanda (daughter of Landon C. H. Guy and Sarah Jane Presnell) was born on 15 Sep 1874 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 2 Oct 1959 in , Sullivan County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Stophel Cemetery, Sullivan County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Sarah Ellen Trivette about 1893 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, . Sarah (daughter of Elisha Monroe Trivette and Sarah Evaline Harmon) was born on 11 Aug 1870 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 24 Mar 1945 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Watauga County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Abraham married Dorothy Harrison on 13 Dec 1903 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Dorothy was born about 1889 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Lillie D. Ward about 1899 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Lillie (daughter of John W. Ward and Christian Ann Presnell) was born about 1881 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married John Wesley Ward about 1906 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. John (son of William Riley Ward, Jr. and Mary E. Hicks) was born on 16 Apr 1886 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; died on 19 Jan 1961 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Martha married Lorenzo Dow Ward about 1880. Lorenzo (son of Calvin Benjamin Ward and Clarissa Presnell) was born on 15 Oct 1864 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Annie married Francis Marion Rominger on 25 Mar 1894 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Francis (son of Rev. Alfred Edward Rominger and Elizabeth Styres) was born on 10 Jul 1868 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 7 Jan 1945 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in Piney Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Oliver married Mary C. Hicks about 1897 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Mary was born about 1878 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died about 1940 in North Carolina, , , ; was buried in Yates Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Miles married Martha Caroline Ward on 29 Mar 1899 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Martha (daughter of Andrew Jackson Ward and Sarah A. Cammeline Harmon) was born on 28 Apr 1882 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 10 Apr 1962 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ASTORIA, Ore., March 17, --James Presnell, 33, choker setter for the Crossett Western Lumber Company at camp No. 9., near here, was instantly killed yesterday when he was caught between two logs. Coroner Hughes took charge of the body.

Nancy married James Hezekiah Bell about 1910. James was born on 28 Feb 1889; died on 14 Aug 1970 in Cocke County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Union Cemetery, , Cocke County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jesse married Imogene Heaton about 1925. Imogene was born about 1910 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Florence married Luther Carroll McGuire about 1918 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Luther (son of David Joshua McGuire and Connie Victorine Hilliard) was born about 1897 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died about 1974 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Mollie Guin Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Roy Burton Dugger. Roy (son of Joseph Oliver Dugger and Rebecca "Becky" Cable) was born in May 1891 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Abraham married Ann Belle Younce about 1925. Ann was born on 29 Jul 1907 in , Washington, Tennessee, ; died on 12 Dec 2000 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Mountain Dale Baptist Church Cemetery, Watauga County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married Joseph William Fletcher about 1939. Joseph was born on 9 Oct 1918 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; died in Jul 1979 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Sugar Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Nanie Jane Byrd on 21 Dec 1928 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Nanie was born on 13 Aug 1911 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 28 Aug 2002 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Fannie A. Calhoun, 87, 119 Lover's Lane, Elizabethton, died Sunday, May 18, 1997 at Johnson City, Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Calhoun was a native of Carter County and a daughter of the late Link and Dorthy Harrison Presnell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Oscar C. Calhoun, August 5, 1986, a son, Doris Calhoun, a sister, Lorenia Brewer, and a brother, George Presnell. Mrs. Calhoun was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include three daughters, Lucille Powell, of the home, Joyce Pierce, Elizabethton, and Lillian Watts, Laurinburg, N.C.; two sons and daughters-in-law, Roger and Sandy Calhoun, Bristol, and H.H. and Nancy Calhoun, Mishawaka, Ind.; a sister, Myrtle Jones, Roan Mountain; and a brother, Frank Presnell, Roan Mountain. Twenty-eight grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren also survive. Tetrick Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements. Funeral services for Fannie A. Calhoun, 119 Lover's Lane, Elizabethton, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Rogers and Rev. Dale Greenwell officiating. Interment will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be grandsons: Larry Powell, Randy Powell, Jr. "Pooner" Powell, Gary Potter, Dennis Watts and Rodney Butler. A special thanks to the Carter County Rescue Squad, Nurses of the 2nd Floor of Johnson City Medical Center and the Lifecare Home Health Nurses.

Fannie married Oscar Cleo Calhoun on 24 Dec 1927 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Oscar (son of Wilburn Harrison Calhoun and Frances Lutitia Bentley) was born on 8 Jul 1903 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 5 Aug 1986 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harmon married Bonnie Grace Guinn on 21 Aug 1928 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Bonnie was born on 13 Jan 1910 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 15 Nov 1949 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mollie Guin Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Margaret Earp on 24 May 1935 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . Margaret (daughter of Walter Lenoir Earp and Ethel J. Garrison) was born on 21 Jun 1918 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; died on 26 Apr 1991 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mary Alice Hammitt, age 91, left her earthly family on July 29th to be with her heavenly family, at Lakebridge Healthcare, following a lengthy illness.
She was born September 25th, 1921, to John Wesley Ward and Mary Ann Presnell Ward. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Murphy Lee Hammitt, in 1975. She was also preceded in death by four brothers, Dewey, Clifton, Gar and Howard; and by three sisters, Martha Barr, Eve Presnell and Bessie Presnell.
She was a member of Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ and was famous for her delicious soup beans and fantastic biscuits.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Edna and Mack Presnell, Johnson City; son, Billy Hammitt, Clarksville, Georgia; Brothers, Calvin, Johnson City, James, Erwin, and William Mocksville, N.C.; grandchildren, Dwight and Angela Presnell and Crystal Mitchell, Johnson City; Great grandchildren; Garrison, Sarah Presnell and Cody Mitchell, Johnson City; great great grandson, Preston Mitchell, Johnson City. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Special thanks to the staff at Lakebridge Healthcare.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Hammitt will be conducted at Appalachian Funeral Home Thursday, August 1, 2013, at 8:00 P.M. with Brother Dewey Ward and Brother Eric Brown officiating. Music will be under the direction of Flossie Hamilton.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. until the service hour, or at her daughter's home at other times.
Graveside service and interment will be Friday, August 2nd, 2013, at 10:30 A.M. at Highland Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be selected from the family and friends.

Mary married Murphey Lee Hammett about 1940 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Murphey was born about 1913 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died about 1975 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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William Riley "Casey" Ward, 91, of Mocksville, NC died on Sunday, June 7, 2015, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

A native of Watauga County, he was the son of the late John Wesley Ward and Mary Ann Presnell Ward and the widower of the late Finnie Presnell Ward who died January 25, 2005. They shared more than sixty years of marriage.

Mr. Ward was a World War II Veteran of the United States Army.

He was a retired county maintenance worker and a member of Heaven Bound Full Gospel Church.

Survivors include four sons, two daughters, two brothers, 13 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12th, at Heaven Bound Full Gospel Church. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the time of service.

Interment will follow in the Ward Family Cemetery in Deep Gap, NC.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - James Elbert Ward, 84, of Johnson City went to his Heavenly Home on Friday, February 12, 2016, in the Christian Care Center of Johnson City.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Washington County and was a son of the late John and Mary Ann Presnell Ward. Mr. Ward was a member of the Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ. He had been a salesman most of his life. Mr. Ward was an avid reader and craftsman, and loved to read his bible and loved to attend church and gospel singing.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jo Johnson Ward in 2005; a son, Farlen Dale Ward; five brothers, Clifton, Howard, Garfield, Dewey and Casey Ward; four sisters, Martha Ward, Mary Alice Hammitt, Evie Presnell and Bessie Lee Presnell.

Survivors include a daughter, Judy Gail Ward Archer of Johnson City; two sons, Darrell Ward and wife, Cheryl and Dwayne Ward all of Jonesborough; a brother, Calvin Ward and his wife, Ruth of Johnson City; a daughter-in-law, Peggy Sue Ward of South Carolina; seven grandchildren, Carrington Dailey and husband, Ronnie, Eric Archer and wife, Robin, Arvin Ward and wife, Martha, Amanda Fralin and husband, Aaron, Christopher Ward and wife, Ashley, Jessica and Allison Ward; thirteen great-grandchildren; also many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Monday, February 15, 2016, in the Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ, 2733 Elizabethton Highway, Johnson City, with Pastor Donny Reagan officiating.

The family will receive friends at the church from 5:00 PM until the service hour. Other times at the home of his son, Darrell, 334 A.A. Deakins Road, Jonesborough.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, FL 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 16, 2016, in the Highlands Cemetery, Jonesborough. Active pallbearers will be Ronnie Dailey, Charles Archer, Arvin Ward, Christopher Ward, Michael Bailey and Adam Ward.

Willard married Nora Belle Smith on 20 Dec 1913 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Nora was born on 26 Jun 1898 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 5 Oct 1974 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rosa married Landon C. H. Guy on 29 Jun 1919 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Landon (son of John Guy and Mary J. Hendry) was born in Sep 1852 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 23 May 1931 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Landon Guy Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mrs. Lou Della Ward, 86, Rt. 2, died Monday afternoon in the Johnson County Memorial Hospital, following a lengthy illness.
Mrs. Ward was a native of Watauga County, N.C., and daughter of the late Dal and Jane Presnell Ward. She was a member of the Mount View Baptist Church.
Survivors include seven sons, Lonnie and Herb Ward, both of Mountain City, Jesse, Frank, and Grover Ward, all of Butler, Troy Ward, Pontiac, Michigan, and Bob Ward, Hickory, N.C.; two daughters, Mrs. Sue Fowler, Flint, Michigan, and Mrs. Barbara Stout, Butler; one brother, Ed Ward, Sugar Grove, N.C.; four sisters, Mrs. Beulah Vines and Mrs. Hettie Love, both of Sugar Grove, Mrs. Berdie Gryder, Rockingham, N.C. and Mrs. Jennie Tester, Florida; 31 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren.
Biographical Information.
Clara Lou Della Ward. Born 24th March 1892. Watauga Co, North Carolina.
To Lorenzo Dow And Martha Jane Presnell Ward. Who Married. 18th August 1887.
Watauga Co, North Carolina.
Clara was one of 12 Siblings.
She married Moses Parks Ward. 24th November 1912. Watauga Falls Watauga Co, North Carolina.
Parents of Ten Children.
In 1940. Clara Lou Della Ward. Resided with her Husband Moses in. Laurel Creek Township Watauga, North Carolina.
Female
Age listed as 48. Marital Status Married
White.

Clara married Moses Park Ward about 1904. Moses (son of Duke B. Ward and Susie Glenn) was born on 6 Nov 1884 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 9 Feb 1970 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Dow Ward Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jennie married Carl Columbus Tester about 1916. Carl (son of William McKinley "Mack" Tester and Elmina Elizabeth "Mina" Smith) was born on 17 Apr 1899 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died in Feb 1969 in Duval County, , , Florida; was buried in H. Warren Smith Memorial Cemetery, , Duval County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Merica married David Livenston Trivette on 30 Aug 1910 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. David (son of Goulder Carroll Trivette and Martha E. Harmon) was born on 20 Oct 1885 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 18 Sep 1959 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Piney Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Leonard married Myrtle Mae Phillips on 3 May 1930 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Myrtle was born on 28 Aug 1908 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; died on 22 Nov 1992 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Mattie Alice Shull. Mattie (daughter of Jordan Luther Shull and Callie Nora Matheson) was born on 14 Jan 1922 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; died on 23 Jan 2018 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harmon married Susan Hessie Hicks on 18 Jul 1918 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Susan (daughter of James Roscoe Hicks and Susanna "Anna" Presnell) was born on 29 May 1900 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 1 Aug 1906 in Burke County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Keziah married Charlie Lee Ward on 6 Nov 1920 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Charlie (son of Amos Ward and Lettie Johnson) was born on 31 Jul 1901 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 28 Sep 1974 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in Yates Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Filmore married Sarah Isabell Ward about 1922 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Sarah (daughter of Calvin Benjamin Ward and Nancy Rowenia McGuire) was born on 8 Sep 1906 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 15 Mar 1987 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Annie Lee Ward on 24 Oct 1936 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Annie (daughter of Calvin Benjamin Ward and Nancy Rowenia McGuire) was born on 29 Apr 1922 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 22 Jul 2000 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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GRAY — Bynum S. Presnell, age 82, of Gray, went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2016.

He was born August 22, 1933, to the late Steve and Imogene Presnell. He was Saved at 18 years of age.

He enjoyed working hard and retired from Tom Still Transfer Co. after several years of service. He also had a lifelong passion for the game of baseball. He was a member of Deerlick Union Church. He loved spending time with his church family.

Survivors include daughter, Becky Pond; son, Jerry and wife, Angie Presnell; several grandchildren.

Irene married Jay Lester Odom about 1950 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Jay was born on 8 Oct 1927 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 9 Oct 2008 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stout Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Jady Arnold Birchfield, 63, 344 Sims Hill Road, Elizabethton, died Tuesday, January 5, 1999, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital following an extended illness. Mr. Birchfield was a native of Carter County and the son of the late George Thomas and Polly Jane Presnell Birchfield. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Cathy Sue; three brothers, Jessie, Walter and Henry Birchfield; and two sisters, Mary Lou Birchfield and Eula Birchfield Garland. Mr. Birchfield was a member of Long Hollow Mission Church and was a retired roofer. Survivors include his wife, Hattie Birchfield, of the home; four sons, Thomas Birchfield, Elizabethton, Cecil Tolley, Elizabethton, and Christopher and Jadie Birchfield, both of the home; three daughters, Teresa Birchfield, Elizabethton, and Angelia and Rita Birchfield, both of the home; four sisters, Irene Odom, Bobbie Anderson, Betty Waters and Regina Grindstaff, all of Elizabethton; and a brother, David Birchfield, Elizabethton. Nine grandchildren and a special friend, Wanda Birchfield, Elizabethton, also survive. Tetrick Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
BIRCHFIELD -- Funeral services for Jady Arnold Birchfield, 63, 344 Sims Hill Road, Elizabethton, who died Tuesday, will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Long Hollow Mission Church with Rev. Russell Potter officiating. Music will be under the direction of Martha Ward and Tony Vines. Interment will follow in the Stout Cemetery at Walnut Mountain. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Mr. Birchfield will be taken to Long Hollow Mission Church at 4 p.m. Friday where the family will receive friends any time Friday evening and Saturday morning prior to the service.

Jesse married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Betty Lou “Mousie” Waters, age 71, of Elizabethton, Tennessee went home to be with her Savior, her husband and her son on Saturday, September 18, 2021, from the Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a brief illness. Betty was born in Elizabethton to the late George Thomas Birchfield and Polly Jane Presnell Birchfield. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, whom she had missed dearly, Howard Waters; and her beloved son, Howard Waters, Jr.

Betty was a feisty lady who loved her family and her Lord fiercely. She never backed down from hard work and never failed to give you a smile when she saw you. Betty loved to craft and was a wonderful homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will be dearly missed by many!

Those left to cherish Betty’s many wonderful memories include her children, Lisa Price and husband Daniel, Ben Waters and wife Elizabeth and Rebecca Williams; her sister and brothers: Regina Grindstaff, Tommy Coffee and Jimmy Anderson; her grandchildren: Michael and Tiffany Price, Samantha and William Pratt, Benjamin and Pennie Waters, Gracie and John Kline, Domnick Bethel, Bryant O’Bannon, Candance Waters, Elijah Waters, Troy and Candace Williams and Shelby Williams; her great children: Nathaniel Price, Christopher Price, A.J. Price and Nic Price, Kamren Waters, Summer Waters, Ashton Waters, Brinley Waters, Zaiden Waters, Sarah Waters, Sierra Waters and Jaxton Kline; several nieces, nephews and a special family friend, Raymond Williams, also survive.

A service to honor and celebrate the life of Betty Lou “Mousie” Waters will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 23, 2021, in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Pastor Frank Osborne officiating. Music will be provided by Mr. Marty Meadows. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Thursday.

The graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 24, 2021, in the Stout Cemetery on Buck Mountain. Active pallbearers will be Troy Williams, Michael Price, Elijah Waters, Benjamin Waters, Domnick Bethel and John Kline.

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She was the daughter of the late Roy B. and Mae Presnell Dugger. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Daniel Campbell and three brothers, James Dugger, J.R. Dugger and Lester Dugger.

She was a homemaker and member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church.

The funeral service was conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday, February 19, 2004 at Tetrick Funeral Home Chapel of Peace.

The graveside service and burial were held at 2 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2004 at Happy Valley Memorial Park.

Nell married Earnest C. Campbell on 24 Nov 1942 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Earnest (son of Daniel Campbell and Sarah "Sallie" White) was born on 12 Feb 1924 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; died on 26 Dec 2008 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Rex B. Presnell, 67, of Elizabethton, Tenn., passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a lengthy illness. Rex was preceded in death by his father and mother, George W. and Nannie Byrd Presnell; a brother, Larry Presnell; a sister, Violet Gibson; his wife, Janie Presnell and her son, Curtis Terry. Rex, the youngest of 11 children, was a kind and loving person. He was a member of the Church of Christ and was a former employee of East Tennessee Undergarment Company and had also worked in the heating and air conditioning industry before retiring due to disability. Survivors include a brother, George Dean (Sandra) Presnell; seven sisters, Loretta (Ken) Rainbolt, June Winters, Ruth Parlier, Norma (David) Babb, Trena (Carl) Gibson, Pat (Clay) Montgomery and Diana (Ralph) Marlowe; his companion, Dula Hensley; his late wife’s son, Scott Rogers, and her grandchildren, Elle Terry and Jordan Rogers; and a large number of nieces, nephews and friends. A gathering of friends will be conducted from 1 until 3 p.m. Wednesday, January 25, in the Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. The family would like to especially thank Debbie Shaffer for all her loving care given to Rex during his illness.

Read more at: https://www.elizabethton.com/2023/01/23/rex-b-presnell/

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Lucille Powell, 87, of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at Hermitage Health Care Center. Lucille was born in Carter County to the late Oscar and Fannie Presnell Calhoun. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 20 years, Elisha Powell; two sons, Timothy Powell and Robert Powell; two daughters, Barbara Fraley and Iva Jean Hyder; one granddaughter, Wendy Garland; one sister, Joyce Pierce; two brothers, H.L. Calhoun and Doris Calhoun; and a son-in-law, James Hicks.
Lucille was a homemaker and had formerly worked at Winn-Dixie as a sales clerk. She was a loving mother and grandmother and loved everyone she met, she never knew a stranger. Lucille was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting and cooking Sunday dinner for her family.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughters, Cleo Hicks and her partner, Michael Elliott, Linda Garland and husband Michael, Phyllis Crain and husband Glenn and Brenda Rasmussen, all of Elizabethton; her sons, Larry Powell and wife Patricia, Randy Powell and wife Loretta and Elisha Powell Jr. "Pooner" and wife Neci, all of Elizabethton; a son-in-law, Bill Fraley, of Elizabethton; one sister, Lillian Watts, of Mishawaka, Ind.; one brother, Roger Calhoun, also of Mishawaka, Ind.; 18 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate the life of Lucille Powell will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday, May 11, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Ronnie Campbell officiating. Music will be under the direction of Dick Brand, soloist, and Rev. Ronnie Campbell. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, prior to the service, or at the residence of her daughter, Cleo Hicks, at other times. The graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

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Elkhart, Ind. - Joyce L. Pierce, 81, of Elkhart, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2015, at Riverside Village. She was born September 30, 1933, in Shell Creek, Tenn., to Oscar and Fannie (Presnell) Calhoun. She married Billy Ray Pierce, who preceded her in death on May 13, 1979. She was also preceded in death by a son, Nickie L. Walker, in 1978, and two brothers, H.L. Calhoun in 2010, and Dorse Calhoun, in 1931. Joyce was a homemaker who loved to crochet. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, singing at her church (the Freewill Baptist Church in Elizabethton, Tenn.) and listening to country and western music. She was known for her chocolate gravy. Surviving are two grandsons, Shannon and Aaron Walker, both of St. Cloud, Fla; two sisters, Lillian Potter of Elkhart and Lucille Powell of Elizabethton, Tenn.; an brother, Roger (Sandy) Calhoun of Elkhart; a sister-in-law, Nancy Calhoun of Mishawaka; and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be for two hours prior to the 3 p.m. Thursday, January 22, celebration of life service at the Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home. Pastor Rick Pirtle from the Riverview General Baptist Church will preside and cremation will follow the service.

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Buried:
Doyle Brewer, 89, of Carter County, Tenn., went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, February 24, 2022, following a brief illness. Doyle was born in Carter County to the late Paul and Laurina Presnell Brewer. In addition to his parents, Doyle was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Margaret Peeks Brewer, in 2001.
Doyle retired as a truck driver for Clark Lumber after many years of service. He would help anyone that was in need. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and being outside, listening to country music and his beloved dog.
Doyle was of the Christian faith.
Those left to cherish Doyle’s memory include his son, Danny Lee (Kathy) Brewer; two granddaughters, Mindy (Shaun) Malone and Becky Brewer and fiancé Travis; his great-grandchildren, Alexis Malone, Michelle Malone, Carter Malone, Bentley Malone and Chloe Babb; his step-grandchildren, James Garland, Justin Garland, Abigail Garland and Damien Babb; his sisters, Virginia (Lewis) Blevins, Dimple Brewer and Birdie (Ed) Smith Peters; and his brother, Kaye (Phyllis) Brewer. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and neighbors also survive.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Sycamore Shoals ICU for their tremendous care of Doyle during his illness.
A celebration of Doyle’s life will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, February 28, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Mr. Clarence Cannon officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday, prior to the service. The graveside service will follow in the Morrell Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Mike Blevins, David Blevins, Jake Fagan, Danny Blakey, James Garland, Eddie Smith Peters and Frank Hamby. Honorary pallbearers will be Shaun Malone, Travis Babb and Bill Depew.

Doyle married Loretta Margaret Peeks about 1954. Loretta (daughter of Clarence Peeks and Viola Hyatt) was born on 6 Jan 1936 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Feb 2001 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Morrell Cemetery, , Sullivan County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - Mr. Kay Brewer, age 83, of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2022 due to Lymphoma and Melanoma. A native of Carter County, Kay was born September 9, 1938 a son of the late Paul and Lorena Presnell Brewer. In addition to his parents, Kay was also preceded in death by a brother, Doyle Brewer.

Kay retired from the Peerless Restaurant after 42 years of employment. A member of Happy Valley Baptist Church, he had also attended Grace Baptist Church for several years. Kay achieved a lifetime award as a member of the 2022 Who’s Who in Tennessee Long-term Care. Kay was an excellent gardener and enjoyed fishing, woodworking and cooking. He also liked watching NASCAR, UT Football and loved going to the beach.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 65 years, Phyllis Nidiffer Brewer of the home; his daughter, Robbin (Bill) Elliott of Inman, South Carolina; his son, Steven (Irene) Brewer of Chenango Forks, New York; five grandchildren, Kristin (Aaron) Baird, Katie (Justin) Crowder, Justin Brewer, Amanda Brewer and Nicole Brewer; four great grandchildren, Morgan, Austin, Baylor and Brooks Baird; his sisters, Virginia Blevins, Dimple Brewer and Birdie SmithPeters; an aunt, Aline Weber; and his special friends, Craig Turner and Gary Kalogerous.

A graveside service to honor and celebrate the life of Kay Brewer will be conducted at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 in the Mausoleum of Peace at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Pastor Chris Hughes officiating. Active pallbearers will be Aaron Baird, Austin Baird, Justin Brewer, Justin Crowder, Gary Kalogerous, Ian Knack, Eric McHenry and Craig Turner. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Blevins, Steve Brewer, Bill Elliott and the Grace Baptist Men’s Sunday School Class.

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ELIZABETHTON- Grace Reed, 80, went to be with the Lord after a lengthy illness on Monday, May 7, 2018 at Franklin Woods Hospital.

She was a loving Pastor's wife, mother, and grandmother who loved her children with all her heart. Mrs. Reed was of the Pentecostal faith and was well known for her southern gospel singing. She traveled everywhere with her husband singing and spreading the gospel.

She was preceded in death by her son; Paul Wesley Reed; parents, Harmon and Bonnie Grace Presnell; 2 sisters, Helen Sue Jenkins and Hazel Lambert; 2 brothers, Paul Presnell and Sherrill Presnell.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Evangelist Phil Reed; 7 children, Roy Reed and wife Cindy, Donna Reed, Mark Reed, Grace Ann White and husband Scott, Geneva Carriger and husband Gerald, Daniel Reed, James Reed and wife Shelby; 15 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother, Billy Presnell; several nieces and nephews.

The going home celebration will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 11, 2018 in the East chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home with Pastor G.B. Garland and Evangelist Johnny Persinger officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until the service hour.

Graveside services will follow at McCarty cemetery, Jonesborough. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

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Sarah Lucille Birchfield, 87 of Limestone entered into God’s glorious Kingdom Tuesday, May 9, 2023. She was born on March 9, 1936 in Washington County. Lucille was a devout Pentecostal by faith. She enjoyed singing, attending church services, revivals and spending time with her friends and family. Lucille also loved the family dog, “Buddy” who was a great companion and comfort to her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Margaret Earp Ward; a sister, Mary Radford; her late husband, Robert Miller; her children, Darryl Byrd, Kevin Byrd, Joel Byrd and Kathy Byrd.
Lucille leaves behind a family whom she treasured and loved, Allen Byrd and wife, Tammy of Limestone, Brenda Adams and husband, Mark of Elizabethton, Ivan Byrd of Telford and Wade Byrd and wife, Lori of Johnson City; brothers, J.R. Ward and wife, Sandra and Paul Ward and wife, Nadine; sisters, Betty Cochran and Pauline Honeycutt; seventeen grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; also many nieces and nephews. Lucille will always be remembered by her walk with Jesus Christ, her love, compassion and her kindness.
Funeral services for Lucille will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday, Mat 13, 2023 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Rev. Wesley Ward officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until the service hour. Graveside services will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff of Life Care Center of Gray for the love and care shown to Lucille during her last days here on earth.

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JOHNSON CITY - Jack Presnell, 73, Johnson City passed away Monday, August 2, 2021 in the James H. Quillen Medical Center. He was a native of Banner Elk, NC and was the son of the late Conley and Bessie Lee Ward Presnell. Jack retired from Empire Furniture Company and attended Johnson City Baptist Temple. He was a U.S. Army veteran having served is country during the Vietnam War. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Jason Presnell.

Survivors include his wife, Judy Presnell; three children, Jeff Presnell and wife, Elizabeth of Kingsport, Janet Presnell and Justin Presnell both of the home. Five sisters, Freda Presnell of Johnson City, Peggy Stewart of West Virginia, Bonnie Sims and husband, Teddy of Elizabethton, Vernie Turbyfill and husband, Teddy of Jonesborough and Lucy Ollis and husband, Gary of Johnson City; three grandchildren, Shannon, Taylor and Gavin Presnell; also several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Jack will be conducted at 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 4, 2021 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Rev. Wilkie Brookshire officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 PM until the service hour. Graveside service with military honors will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, August 5, 2021 in the Mountain Home National Cemetery Annex. Pallbearers will be Teddy Sims, Teddy Turbyfill, Gary Ollis, Jeff Presnell, Justin Presnell and Gavin Presnell. Bill Cash will serve as an honorary pallbearer.

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Jesse Willard Ward, 84, of Butler, Tenn., passed away on Monday, February 13, 2012, at Johnson City Medical Center.
He was born on May 3, 1927 to the late Moses Parks and Della Ward. In addition to his parents, Jesse was preceded in death by a sister, Sue Fowler; seven brothers, Frank, Bob, Grover, Ben, Troy, Lonnie and Homer Ward; and a grandchild, Oliver Ryan Ward.
Jesse loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed gardening and taking walks. He also enjoyed swinging on his porch swing.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Nancy Louise Lockner Ward; a daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte Marie and Kenith Ryan of Johnson City, Tenn.; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jeffrey Lowell Ward of Kingsport, Tenn., and Michael Lynn and Darcy Ward of Mount Ulla, N.C.; a sister, Barbara Stout and husband Alan of Poga, Tenn.; a brother, Herb Ward of Mountain City, Tenn.; grandchildren, Anton Corinthian Hodge and Adrian Rayjean Ward; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 16, at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. with Pastor Richard Jones officiating. Graveside services and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, February 17, at Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Sugar Grove, N.C.

Family/Spouse: Nancy Louise Lockner. Nancy (daughter of James Martin Lockner and Blanie Payne) was born on 3 Mar 1938 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 26 Jan 2022 in Sullivan County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Roger Earnest Trivette, 83, of 3470 Laurel Creek Road, Banner Elk, died Nov. 14, at Life Care Center in Banner Elk.

He was born May 1, 1913, in the Rominger community of Watauga County. He was a retired farmer and a member of Piney Grove United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Alice Hicks Trivette; six sons, Jerry Trivette and Mary Ann of Banner Elk, Chester Trivette and wife, Peggy, of Bluff City, Tenn., Bobby Trivette and wife, Barbara, and Thomas Trivette and wife, Linda, all of Lexington, Bill Trivette and wife, Eula of Vilas and James Trivette and wife, Bonnie, of Trinity; two brothers, Orvis Trivette of Newton and Harvey Trivette of Boone; three sisters, Mrs. Gertie Sherrill and Mrs. Lilly Beaver, both of Granite Falls and Mrs. Blanche Williams of Goldsboro. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Lori Ann Trivette; a brother, Lemmie Trivette and two sisters, Mrs. Lola Sue Warren and Mrs. Fairy Holman.

Funeral service held at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Richard Trivette and Rev. Delmar James. Burial in the Piney Grove Methodist Church Cemetery.

Roger married Alice Adeline Hicks about 1940 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Alice (daughter of Andrew Jackson Hicks and Susan Ann Presnell) was born on 19 Jan 1919 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 10 Nov 2004 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in Piney Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lemuel married Clara Ann Hicks on 13 Feb 1937 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Clara (daughter of Andrew Jackson Hicks and Susan Ann Presnell) was born on 11 May 1921 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 23 Jul 2006 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Trivette Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lillian married John David Bowman about 1941 in , , North Carolina, . John was born on 2 Feb 1925 in , Catawba County, North Carolina, ; died on 19 Apr 1993 in , Orange County, Florida, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Blanche married James Clarence Williams, Jr. on 25 Nov 1939 in , Cherokee County, South Carolina, . James was born on 30 Nov 1913 in , Catawba County, North Carolina, ; died on 2 Aug 1992 in , Wayne County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Orris married Dorothy Ruth Curlee on 21 Apr 1946 in , Catawba County, North Carolina, . Dorothy was born on 19 Mar 1927 in , Catawba County, North Carolina, ; died on 25 Apr 2002 in , Catawba County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harvey married Stella Dorothy Rae Hodgson on 30 Apr 1948 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, . Stella was born on 18 Mar 1931 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, ; died on 16 Dce 2013 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Lonnie Alvin Ward, age 88, of Sugar Grove, died August 5, 2016 at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care in Lenoir. He was a long time member of Antioch Baptist Church, a US Army veteran having served in WWII in the 88th Blue Devil Division. In honor of his love for playing music he was presented with the Brown-Hudson Folklore Award in 2011, for playing the banjo two finger style. He loved and enjoyed playing music with many of his family members and friends. He loved to bowl, loved his Lord and loved people.

Lonnie is survived by three daughters, Betty Cornett of Boone, Peggy Nicely and husband Jim of Vilas, and Stella Chambers and husband Darrell of Cornelius, North Carolina two sons, Reverend Russell Ward and wife Naomi of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and Harley ward and wife Donna Newberry of Kingsport, Tennessee, five granddaughters, Ch (Cpt) Patricia Nichols and husband Ch (Ltc) Jimmy Nichols of Fort Lewis, Washington, Valarie Durham and husband Maj. Neal Durham of Midway, Georgia, Amy Lynn Cornett of Boone, Starr Nicely and husband Joe Gren of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and Christie Jones and husband Eddie of Davidson, North Carolina, five grandsons, 2 Lt. Russell Ward, Jr. and wife Jennifer of Biloxi, Mississippi, Travis Charlie Cornett and wife Amanda of Boone, Scott Garlock and Fiancee Angela Stark of Huntersville, North Carolina, Eric Neil Ward of Banner Elk and Brian Nathan Ward and wife Christy of Zionville, two sisters, Berlie Mae Ward of Elk Park, North Carolina and Rosie Hicks and husband Julius of Banner Elk, two brothers, Aris Ward and wife Grace of Elizabethton, Tennessee and Earl Ward and wife Pansey of Hudson, North Carolina, and 18 great-grandchildren and a special friend Geneva Glenn of Sugar Grove.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Hannah Ward; his father and mother, Charlie Lee Ward and Kizzie Presnell Ward; one granddaughter, Tonya Sue Nicely; and two brothers, Conard and Arnold Ward; and a son-in-law, Len Cornett.

Funeral services held at Antioch Baptist Church, officiated by Pastor Daniel Lawrence, Pastor Eric Cornett and Pastor Jeff Wilson. Burial in the Ward family cemetery. Military honors, provided by American Legion Post 130 and the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 90.

Lonnie married Anna Hannah Ward about 1949 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. Anna (daughter of Nathan Talbert Ward and Stella Star Hicks) was born on 23 Jan 1927 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 8 Dec 2000 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in W. R. Ward Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Joseph Lynn Campbell, 64, Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 21, 1958 in Carter County to the late E.C. & Nell Dugger Campbell. Joe was a 1976 graduate of Unaka High School where he played Basketball and Football. He retired as Director of Operations at the Elizabethton Electric System after 28 years of service. After his retirement from the Electric System, he was employed as Safety Instructor for J.T. & S. out of Murfreesboro. He loved hunting, camping and farming. Joe was a member of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Daniel Campbell.

Survivors include his wife: Kimberly Holly Campbell. One Daughter: Jaclyn Gifford. Two Stepchildren: Autumn (Nathan) Kyte and Brandon Little. Two Brothers: Richard (Pam) Campbell and Edward (Roberta) Campbell. Several nieces and nephews. His two cats: Patches & Eddie.

A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 28, 2023 in the Fairview Baptist Church, Watauga Road, Elizabethton with Pastor Gary Roe officiating. Honorary Pallbearers will be his many, many friends that he has made through the years.

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Jimmy Dean Ward, age 60, of Lenoir went to his Heavenly home on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at his residence. He was born January 26, 1961 in Mountain City, Tennessee to the late James Willard Ward and Margaret Arnold. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Jeffery Potter.

Jimmy was a loving and caring family man who lived for his children. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Liberty Baptist Church. Jimmy had a passion for video games and all things Star Trek. He shared this passion with his lifelong best friend, Roger Mitchell of Lenoir. They have shared 38 years of ups and downs and were the true definition of a “ride or die” friend.

Survivors include his three children, Erin Ward of Hickory, Enya Ward and Jimmy “Dean” Ward, both of Lenoir; step-mother, Jackie Ward of Gamewell; two brothers, Paul “David” Ward and Charles Hamby, both of Lenoir; four sisters, Debbie Dickens and husband Norman, Tammy Griffin and husband Eddie, all of Tennessee, Jeanna Warhurst and husband Troy, and Wendy Whitt, all of Lenoir; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Jerry Allen Cress, 57, of Mountain City, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at his home. He was born on November 3, 1963 to the late Allen Cress and Peggy Ward Cress in Carter County, TN. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Jeffrey Allen Cress. Jerry was a friend to everyone and would do anything to help anyone. He enjoyed traveling and enjoyed life. Jerry was a proud Daddy and Grandfather.

Those left to cherish his memories include his sister, Donna Lipford and husband Richard of Conover, NC; son, Shelby Cress and wife Shelbi of Ripley, TN; grandson, Brody Cress; one nephew, Dawson Cress of Mountain City, TN; one niece, Jennifer Hawkins and husband Mike of Hickory, NC and several Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins and several special friends.

It was Jerry’s request to be cremated and no formal service will be held.