Sarah (Estep)

Sarah married William Estep about 1814. William (son of Moses Estep and Nancy Elizabeth Jones) was born about 1795 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Aaron married Rebecca Laws on 23 Aug 1847 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Rebecca (daughter of Jeremiah Wicum Laws and Nancy Sweeny) was born on 23 Aug 1823 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Hannah Holden. Hannah was born in Dec 1862 in , , North Carolina, ; died about 1925 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Maria Wilson. Maria was born about 1848 in , , Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

On the 1850 Johnson County, TN Census, it shows her birthday as October 1849

Nancy married Alexander Morefield about 1865. Alexander (son of Daniel Morefield and Anna Neatherly) was born on 1 May 1844; died on 1 Feb 1923. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married Christian Treffenstead about 1874 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Christian (son of Christian Treffenstead and Mary "Polly" Grindstaff) was born about 1852 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Landon married Rebecca F. Watson on 8 Dec 1875 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Rebecca (daughter of William Watson and Susanah Bunting) was born on 11 Aug 1856 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 7 Nov 1936 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Margaret married John L. Church about 1880 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. John (son of Jesse Calvin Church and Martha Watson) was born about 1859 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Julia Hammet on 27 Apr 1895 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . Julia was born on 7 Mar 1879 in , Unicoi County, Tennessee, ; died on 19 Jul 1958 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Wheeler William Richardson. Wheeler (son of Hiram Parker Richardson and Freelove Olive Estep) was born on 18 Jul 1876 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Jun 1923 in Monroe County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Hurley Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Luzina Barr on 6 Mar 1911 in , Ashe County, North Carolina, . Luzina was born about 1886 in , Ashe County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Elizabethton Star," Tuesday, January 24, 1950
WILLIAM D. MOREFIELD
William Daniel Morefield, 80, died at his home in Neva today at 6:16 a.m. after a long illness. He was a member of the Christian Church of Neva.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Martha Morefield; two sons, Connie G. Morefield of Elizabethton and Ira Morefield of Lundale, West Virginia; two grandchildren, one great grandchild; one brother, Joe Morefield of Neva and one sister, Mrs. Johnnie Stout of Doeville.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at the Christian Church in Neva with the Rev. Earl Campbell officiating. Burial will be in Happy Valley Memorial Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Homer Farthing, Claude Kidd, Stewart Winkler, Tom Redmond, Joe Wilson and S. S. Stout.
Flower bearers will be selected from friends at the services.
The body will remain in the chapel of the Tetrick Funeral Home until 12:00 noon Thursday when it will be taken to the church.

William married Martha Elizabeth Stout about 1886. Martha (daughter of David Vaught Stout and Lea Ann Williams) was born about 1867 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Oct 1950 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Lucretia Ellen Lunceford on 24 Apr 1893 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Lucretia (daughter of John W. Lunceford and Rebecca Ford) was born on 10 Feb 1876 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 22 Sep 1902 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Ellen Proffitt on 16 Feb 1903 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Ellen was born about 1876 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Johnson County News," Thursday, September 16, 1943 pp. 1 DEATH
ELBERT C. MOREFIELD born April 6, 1873 died Sept. 8, 1943 aged 70 years, 5 months, 2 days.
He was united in marriage to Charlotte S. Forrester Jan. 1, 1894. To this union were born 8 children, 23 girls 6 boys, 3 sons preceded him in death.
Those surviving are his widow, Charlotte Morefield; two daughters Mrs. John Netherly of Neva, Tenn., and Mrs. John Wilson of Waco, W.Va., three sons, Richard and Robert of Waco, W.Va., and Charles of Brownsville, Pa. He united with the Christian Church of Neva several years ago.
Funeral services were conducted at Mountain City Church of Christ at 3 o'clock p.m., Saturday Sept. 12, 1943. Albert Q. Dickson officiated. Mrs. L. F. Yelton and Mr. Dickson sang two hymns. Military services followed at the Mountain City Cemetery with the Spanish American War Veterans in charge. Burial was in charge of North Funeral Home of Elizabethton.
Mr. Morefield was a kind Christian man, a good neighbor, a man that will be missed in his community and to the bereaved family we express our deepest sympathy to you in your loss.

Elbert married Charlotte S. "Lottie" Forrester about 1900. Charlotte was born about 1881; died on 21 Mar 1959 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Landon married Mollie (Morefield) about 1902 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Mollie was born about 1886 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jacob married Martha L. Robinson on 17 Nov 1900 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Martha (daughter of Nicholas Daniel Robinson and Nancy L. Arnold) was born about 1879 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jennie married William E. Stout on 22 Nov 1900 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. William (son of William Loranza Stout and Catharine (Stout)) was born about 1873 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina; died on 6 May 1929 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Joseph and his wife Pearl are living wih her widowed mother Martha Morfield on the 1910 Johnson County, TN Census,


"The Tomahawk," Wednesday, June 25, 1958
JOSEPH MOREFIELD...
...74, died unexpectedly at the home of a granddaughter, Mrs. Coolidge Arnold, Monday.
A native of Johnson County, he was a retired farmer and a member of the Johnson Chapel Freewill Baptist Church.
Survivors include two sons, Robert H. Morefield of Neva, Elbert Morefield of Shouns; one daughter, Mrs. Ethel Guinn of Neva; 22 grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at the Johnson Chapel Freewell Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday with Rev. John Harris and Rev. Earl Campbell officiating. Pallbearers were Dave Mink, Ralph Mink, Bill Dunn, Claude Tester, Ray Stout, Kelly Mink, D. C. Mink, David Stout, Dean Stout, Ham Arnold. Hill Funeral Home in charge.

Joseph married Genetie Pearl Morefield on 6 Nov 1909 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Genetie (daughter of Benjamin Morefield and Martha J. Hicks) was born on 10 Jul 1890 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Dec 1945 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stout Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: William M. Brown. William was born about 1885 in , Sullivan County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Etta T. Trivette about 1905 in North Carolina, , , . Etta (daughter of Samuel Trivette and Martha Trivette) was born on 5 Jan 1879 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 24 Nov 1926 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Trivett Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Ora Trivette about 1925 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Ora (daughter of James Millard Trivette and Lillie McGuire) was born on 4 Nov 1899 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 18 Jan 1996 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joseph married Alice Rebecca Stout on 30 Oct 1903 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. Alice (daughter of David Carter Stout and Elizabeth Harmon) was born in Mar 1881 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 16 Oct 1918 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Matilda married Joseph S. "Joe" Guy about 1901 in North Carolina, , , . Joseph (son of Landon Carter Guy and Daisy Harris) was born about 1879; died on 11 Aug 1958 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Zora Bell Church on 7 Jan 1913 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Zora (daughter of John Russell Church and Martha Cook) was born on 18 Jun 1895 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 25 Nov 1981 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mottern Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Raymond married Beulah Inez McGuire about 1920 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Beulah (daughter of Leander Webster McGuire and Nancy Louisa Trivette) was born on 17 Nov 1905 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 23 Nov 1947 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Colonel married Aubrey Guy about 1922 in North Carolina, , , . Aubrey (daughter of Calvin Avery Guy and Creasy Mitchell) was born on 17 Nov 1903 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 25 Apr 1953 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

He was living with his daughter-in-law Flora Olive Church in the 1940 Washington County, TN Census.

James married Sarah (Church) about 1900 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Sarah was born about 1880 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died before 1940. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

“Elizabethton Star,” Monday, November 6, 1950
MRS. MARTHA ARNOLD
Mrs. Martha Arnold, age 69, of Route 1, Doeville, Tenn. died today at 1 a.m. at her home after a lingering illness.
Survivors are the husband, John Arnold; one daughter, Mrs. W. H. Walker, Doeville; three sons, Emerson Arnold, Neva, Raymond Arnold, Elizabethton, Gene Arnold, Doeville; one brother, Garfield Church, Neva; four sisters, Mrs. Alice Whaley, Elizabethton, Mrs. Rebecca Tester, Neva, Mrs. Sarah Pearson, Neva, and Mrs. Bessie Garland, Elizabethton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the residence with the Rev. Ed Harris officiating.
Burial will be in Shoun Cemetery.
The body will be removed to the residence this afternoon.
Appalachian Funeral Home, Johnson City in charge.

Martha married John W. A. Arnold on 24 Feb 1897 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. John (son of John Arnold and Rachel E. Morefield) was born on 4 Mar 1874 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Sep 1967 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Shoun Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Johnson County News," Thursday, July 24, 1947
MATILDA CHURCH MOODY
Matilda Church Moody, 55, was born May 11, 1892 and died July 18, 1947. About 35 years ago she married to Clint Moody. To this union were born two children: Mrs. Garrison Garland and Mrs. Ralph Danner.
She is survived by six sisters and one brother: Mrs. Martha Arnold, Mrs. Rebecca Tester, Mrs. Sarah Pierce, Mrs. Alice Whaley, Mrs. Bessie Garland, and Garfield Church. One brother, John Church, preceded her in death. The deceased is also survived by nine grandchildren and a host of friends.
Mrs. Moody was converted and joined the church 33 years ago.
Funeral was held July 21 with Rev. R. L. Painter and Rev. J. O. Jones officiating. Interment was in Shoun Cemetery at Doeville.

Matilda married Elijah Clinton Moody about 1910 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Elijah (son of Benjamin Moody, Sr. and Rhoda Hatton) was born about 1858 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alice married Robert D. Tester on 25 Nov 1911 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Robert was born on 30 Mar 1843 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 23 Mar 1931 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alice married Henry McKinley Whaley on 21 Oct 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Henry was born on 26 Dec 1900 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Vernie Lee Grindstaff about 1923 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Vernie was born on 11 Aug 1907 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 20 Feb 1995 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Hurley Cemetery, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Hobert Richardson, 45, died at the home of his brother, W. T. Richardson, Rt. 5, this morning after an illness of several months. He was a resident of Huntington, W.Va., but had been in Carter County for the past four months.
Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Mary Richardson; two sons, Private Barney Richardson of Camp Hood, Texas; Woodrow Richardson; two brothers, W. T. and Stacey Richardson; one sister, Ena May Arnold.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The body will be returned to the home of his brother Friday afternoon.
Roy Hathaway Funeral Home is in charge.

Ena married Raymond Arnold about 1929. Raymond (son of John W. A. Arnold and Martha E. Church) was born about 1906 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Jessie Sheets. Jessie was born about 1920 in , , Kentucky, ; died about 1983 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Kress Cemetery, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ivalee married Jonah Dowell Icenhour about 1922 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Jonah (son of Thomas C. Icenhour and Mary Emeline Guy) was born on 7 Aug 1900 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 23 Mar 1970 in , Ashland County, Ohio, ; was buried in Ashland County Memorial Park, Ashland County, Ohio, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clyde married Mae Catherine Fritts on 22 Jul 1928 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Mae (daughter of Wilburn F. Fritts and Callie Shull) was born on 27 May 1909 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died in Aug 1977 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Selma married Dana Edward Graybeal about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Dana (son of Marion Franklin "M. F." Graybeal and Jennie Maxwell) was born on 3 Dec 1909 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died about 1996 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Kathryn S. "Kate" Umbarger, 88, Johnson City passed away Thursday, March 14, 2013, in the Appalachian Christian Village.

A native of Johnson County, she was a daughter of the late William E. and Jennie Morefield Stout. She had lived in LaSiena, California, for 17 years before returning to Tennessee.

She was a member of the Johnson City Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Umbarger, August 10, 1988; and by three brothers: Clyde, Ron and Estill Stout.

Survivors include a son & daughter-in-law: Michael & Barbara Black, Jonesborough; Two Grandsons: Jeremy and Seth Black, both of Phoenix, Arizona; One Sister: Zola Birch, Denton, Texas; Several Nieces & Nephews.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2013, in the Rock Springs Cemetery, Butler, with Pastor Paul Dixon officiating.

Burial will follow the service. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 12 Noon Wednesday to go to the cemetery.

Robert married Edna Tyson Osborne on 11 Sep 1931 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Edna was born on 25 Aug 1906 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Nov 1973 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in McEwen Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"The Tomahawk", Mountain City, Tennessee - April 28, 1999

Elbert E. "Eb" Morefield, 86, Mountain City, TN died April 26, 1999. Native of Johnson County, TN, son of the late Joseph and Pearl Donnelly Morefield. Preceded in death by wife, Hazel W. Forrester Morefield, January 14, 1967 and two brothers, Robert and Oliver Morefield and sistr Ethel Guinn. Interment: Lewis-Forrester Cemetery.

Elbert married Hazel Willie Forrester about 1935. Hazel was born about 1921 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 Jan 1967 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Forrester Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Johnson County News," Thursday, March 4, 1948 [published at a later date]
TRAFFIC ACCIDENT FATAL TO RESIDENT
Oliver Morefield, son of Mr. Joe Morefield, Neva, was killed in an automobile wreck, which occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, March 24, three miles out of Mountain City near Shouns.
ALSO in same Newspaper and issue:
OLIVER MOREFIELD, 25, World War II veteran of Neva, who died as a result of a traffic accident near here on Wednesday night, will be buried at 10 a.m. Saturday at Johnson Church at Neva. Rev. Earl Campbell of Butler and Rev. Joe Ponder of Mountain City will officiate. Burial will be in the Stout Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded him at the grave.
Survivors include his father, Joe Morefield, Neva; sisters, Mrs. Ethel Guinn, Neva; two brothers, Robert of McDowell, W. Va. and Elbert of Shouns. His mother was the late Pearl Morefield.
Morefield served in the Pacific theatre during the war. He was discharged in 1945, after which he reenlisted and served 18 months in the army.

"Elizabethton Star," Thursday, March 25, 1948
Neva Man Killed In Auto-Truck Collision
MOUNTAIN CITY, Thurs. March 25 – Oliver Moorefield of Neva, Tenn. was killed here last night involving a truck and a passenger car, and Coolidge Arnold, also of Neva is in serious condition in Mountain Home Hospital at Johnson City.
A 1941 (Plymouth) sedan, driven by Arnold and carrying three other passengers, was in collision with a coal truck from St. Paul, Va., driven by Henry Lowe, who was uninjured. The accident occurred about 8 p.m. three miles from Mountain City on the North Carolina highway, according to the sheriff of Johnson County.

Dewey married Martha Elizabeth Moore on 13 Jul 1935 in , Sullivan County, Tennessee, . Martha was born on 24 Dec 1914 in , Sullivan County, Tennessee, ; died on 23 May 1998 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Brown Cemetery, Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Dayton married Maxie Mae Estep on 21 Jul 1964 in Woodbridge, , Virginia, . Maxie (daughter of Dana Harmon Estep and Alice Mae Taylor) was born on 26 May 1925 in , , Tennessee, ; died on 30 Jan 1971 in Alexandria, , Virginia, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rosa married Geter Greene about 1930 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Geter (son of Jacob Lee Greene and Polly Lunsford) was born on 9 Feb 1908 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 11 Jul 1969 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Flat Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Marie married Charles Spurgeon Mitchell about 1952. Charles (son of George Mitchell and Mary Jones) was born on 31 Aug 1913 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 17 Dec 1978 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Beech Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Gladys "Gerry" Stout, 74, of Butler (Poga Community), passed away on Monday, January 23, 2017, at her residence. Gerry was born in Avery County, N.C., to the late William and Ora Trivette Estep. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mattison E. Stout; one son, David T. Stout; and several brothers and sisters.
Gerry was a homemaker and a member of Stout Hill Church of Christ. She loved to cook, bake and decorate cakes, gardening and spending time with her family.
Those left to cherish her memory include her three sons, Michael Stout and wife Melinda, of Michigan, Greg Stout and wife Karen, of the Poga Community of Butler, and Mattison "Scooter" Stout and fiancée Sarah Gentry, of Butler; two daughters, Sharon Stout and Claude Banner, of Butler, and Tammie Ferguson and husband Kevin, of Butler; 11 grandchildren, Kimberly Anderson and husband Michael, Mikey Stout, Robert Stout, Sarah Poss and husband Justin, Kaylee Stout, Josh Stout, Savannah Stout, Alexis Christian, Rusty Christian, Natasha Schoffner and Aislinn Ferguson; two great-grandchildren, Michael Anderson Jr. and her special great-grandson, Jace Stout; one brother, Ronald Estep and wife Roberta, of New York; and several nieces and nephews.
A service to honor and celebrate the life of Gladys "Gerry" Stout will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 28, at Stout Hill Church of Christ with Mr. Donnie Cable, minister, officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir. The family will receive friends at the church anytime on Friday, January 27, or at the residence at anytime. The graveside service will follow in the Stout Hill Cemetery, Butler (Poga Community). Active pallbearers will be Jessie Cable, Ellis Cable, Dale Cable, Lloyd Cable, Gary Cable and Brad Dugger. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Jacobs, J.P. "Junior" Clawson, Josh Stout and Robert Stout.

Gladys married Mattison Elwood Stout about 1953 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mattison (son of David Washington Stout and Ida Fay Andes) was born on 19 Mar 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 Feb 2002 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stout Hill Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Thomas "Joe" Estep, age 62, formerly of Hudson, NC, passed away Monday, March 26, 2007 in Camelot Manor Nursing Facility, Granite Falls, NC following an extended illness. He was a native of Avery County, NC and a son of the late Will and Ora Trivette Estep. Mr. Estep had attended Beech Mountain Baptist Church. He was formerly employed in furniture manufacturing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Rosie Greene, Marie Mitchell and Margaret Estep and one brother, William Creed Estep. Survivors are his wife, Shirley Ollis Estep, Hudson, NC, one daughter, Kimberly Estep, Lenoir, NC, one grandson, Christopher Estep, one granddaughter, Katie Carty, both of Lenoir, NC, four sisters and one brother-in-law, Jean and Herman Guy, Hudson, NC, Gerry Stout, Butler, TN, Ruth Ollinger, Johnson City, TN, Anna Lee Driscoll, Manchester, MI, and three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Ronald and Roberta Estep, Barker, NY, Jim and Denise Estep ,KY. And Barney Trivette, Johnson City, Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mr. Estep will be conducted on Saturday, March 31, 2007 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Peace, Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Mr. Dean Estep, Minister, officiating. Interment will follow in McGuire Cemetery, Elk Park, NC. Active pallbearers will be chosen from Family and friends. The Family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 12:00 - 2:00 PM Saturday, prior to the service. Friends may also call at the home of his sister, Gerry Stout, 405 Poga Rd., Butler, TN

Finley married Addie M. Stines about 1937 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Addie (daughter of Charlie Columbus Stines and Margaret Ida Brown) was born on 6 May 1918 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 30 Aug 2003 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Stines Family Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harvey married Ruth Stines about 1945 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Ruth (daughter of Charlie Columbus Stines and Margaret Ida Brown) was born on 29 Dec 1929 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 24 Jan 2020 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McGuire Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Lucy Green about 1923 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Lucy was born on 1 Jul 1905 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 16 Apr 1979; was buried in Flat Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Beulah married Dayton Ernest Harmon about 1925 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Dayton (son of John Harmon and Mary Elizabeth "Polly" Greene) was born on 22 May 1902 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 9 Oct 1995 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in John Harmon Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Florence married George M. Brown about 1925 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . George was born on 27 May 1899 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 22 Nov 1985 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Beech Creek Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gurney married Ruby Harmon about 1934. Ruby (daughter of Virgil Kinzy Harmon and Minnie Isabell Stout) was born on 28 Apr 1919 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 14 Jun 1978 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eula married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married James H. Hickman on 4 Jun 1948 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . James was born on 25 Mar 1925 in , Hawkins County, Tennessee, ; died on 18 Jun 1922 in , Lenawee County, Michigan, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Len Rex Estep, 69, 1775 Highway 91, Elizabethton, died Tuesday, December 19, 2000, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital.
Mr. Estep was a native of Avery County, N.C., and a son of the late John Mal and Zora Church Estep. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Estep, and a daughter, Sue Solomon.
Mr. Estep was a former employee of Tri-State Container. He had lived in Detroit, Mich., for a number of years and retired from West-Vaco Container in Detroit. He returned to Elizabethton four months ago. He was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Anna Estep, Elizabethton; two daughters, Sandra Bates and Peggy Comacho, both of Detroit, Mich.; two brothers, Raymond Estep, Elizabethton, and Gurney Estep, Tipton, Mich.; and two sisters, Pat Patterson and Betty Jo Ketchem, both of Elizabethton. Ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive.
Memorial Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

ESTEP -- Funeral services for Len Rex Estep, 69, 1775 Highway 91, Elizabethton, who died Tuesday, December 19, 2000, will be conducted at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, December 21, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. James Chapman officiating. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday, December 22, in the Ensor Cemetery. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m. Friday, will be Mike Johnson, Bill Tester, Basil Blackburn, Allen Blevins, William McHone and Chad Blackburn.

Family/Spouse: Ruth Oliver. Ruth was born about 1936 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died before 2000 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hazel married Presnell about 1944 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . was born on 6 Nov 1906 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 31 Jan 1991 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; was buried in Presnell Cemetery, , Watauga County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Leander married Mary Cathryn "Cat" Thompson on 6 Mar 1947 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Mary (daughter of Omer Thompson and Sammie B. (Thompson)) was born about 1928 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 22 Feb 2018 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Daniels Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Melba Estep Julian, age 80, of Hampton suddenly went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 4, 2011 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was a native of Avery County, NC, but made her home in Carter County. Mrs. Julian was the daughter of the late Conley Ray and Beulah McGuire Estep. She attended Hampton Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Hazel Presnell, her brothers, Bud Estep and Conley Ray Jr .Estep, and her step-mother, Bertie Estep.

Survivors include her husband, Norman M. Julian; two daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda and Dan Akers and Norma Sue and Melvin Gwyn; one son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Teresa Julian, all of Hampton; two granddaughters, Amanda Giles and her husband, Jesse K. of Knoxville; Autumn Julian of Hampton; a great-granddaughter, Charlotte Clara Giles, Knoxville; a sister and brother-in-law, Shelby Jean and Robert Oaks; Newland; best friend, Hazel Davis and a special cousin, Bernice Mitchell. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Mrs. Julian was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to her family. She enjoyed gardening and working with flowers. Mrs. Julian was also active in the church and enjoyed helping with the children's programs. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her.

The funeral service for Mrs. Julian will be conducted on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Tetrick Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace, Elizabethton with Mr. Dwayne Calhoun officiating. Music will be under the direction of Anna Hurley and Greg Odom. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Tuesday prior to the service and at the home at other times.

The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Robert Oaks, Bobby Silver, Melvin Gwyn, Dan Akers, Jesse K, Giles, Greg Giles and Philip Giles. Honorary pallbearers will be Dee Mitchell, Tony Slagle, Jordan Silver, Howard Julian and Richard Birchfield.

Melba married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Shelby Jean Oaks, age 78, passed away Monday, January 15, at Franklin Woods hospital.

She was born on August 18, 1939, in Avery County, North Carolina to Conley and Beulah McGuire Estep.

Shelby lived most of her life in Avery County and was a beloved friend to all being fortunate enough to have known her. She was an outstanding basketball player while attending Cranberry High School in the late 1950's, and married her grade school sweetheart, Charlie Robert Oaks in 1957.

Shelby was brought up in a time when folks worked hard, and carried that same ethic throughout her lifetime, helping raise her niece and care for her father after her mother died when she was just 7 years old. She belonged to the Newland First Baptist Church for many years before transferring her membership to Crossnore Baptist Church. She was always ready to aid friend and stranger alike.

She worked for GF Co. and Grandfather Golf and Country Club for 47 years in several management positions, and was well known for her beautiful flower and landscape designs throughout the resort. Shelby was a truly rare individual, and will be deeply missed.

Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, are a brother, Landon Lee "Bud" Estep, sisters, Hazel Estep Presnell, Melba Estep Julian, and her step-mother Bertie Pitts Estep.

Shelby is survived by her husband of 60 years, Charlie Robert, who will not be attending the services due to extenuating health issues; one daughter: Deborah Oaks Silver; son-in-law: Bobby Silver; granddaughter: Sommer Trivette; grandson: Jordan Silver; great granddaughter: Tatum Cooke, brother-in-law: Norman Julian; sister-in-law: Mary Catherine Estep, Marilyn Oaks Hughes, Patty Oaks Oxendine; niece: Betty Estep and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins, all loving her dearly. Her co-workers Paulette Hartley and Kathy Harris held a special place in her heart, and will not be forgotten by the family.

Funeral services for Shelby Jean Oaks will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018 at the Grandfather Chapel of Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home with Rev. Jesse Giles officiating. Interment will follow in the Guinn Cemetery.

Shelby married Charles Robert Oaks on 27 Jul 1957 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Charles (son of Charles Oaks, Sr. and Dorothy Guinn) was born on 17 Mar 1939 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 21 Jun 2018 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Mollie Guin Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Betty Jean Estep, age 73, of Elk Park, NC passed away on Friday, July 20, 2018, at her residence.

She was born on March 4, 1945, in Avery County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Conley Estep and the late Hazel Estep.

Betty Jean worked for many years at IRC, Shadowline and Grandfather Golf and Country Club. She was a very special mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who cared for others more than herself.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two Aunts: Shelby Jean Oaks, Melba Julian; Four half Brothers: Bill Mottern, Freddy Mottern, Kenny Presnell, Benny Presnell; Step Mother: Bertie Estep.

Betty Jean leaves behind to cherish her memory her Husband of 55 years, Pat Estep of Beech Mountain, NC; Son: Daryl Estep of Beech Mountain, NC; Daughter: Diane Estep of Mountain City, Tenn., Son: Michael (Sherry) Estep of Fall Creek, NC; Daughter: Michele (Derick) Turbyfill of Sugar Grove, NC; Daughter: Rebecca Pukansky of Vilas, NC; Brother: Keith Presnell of Sugar Grove, NC; Brother: Bobby (Patti) Presnell of Vilas, NC; 13 grandchildren. five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2018. Graveside services will follow on Monday morning at 11 a.m. in the Stines Cemetery on Buckeye Road on Old Beech Mountain.

Betty married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Bertha Vertie Shaw on 4 Mar 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Bertha (daughter of Thomas Gaston Shaw and Martha Ellen Forrester) was born about 1902 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Herbert married Flora Olive "Ollie' Hall about 1928. Flora was born about 1908. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lonnie married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ARNOLD, Emerson
“The Tomahawk,” August 9, 1961
Emerson Arnold...
...60, Toughkenamon, Pa., died Thursday morning. He was a member of Little Doe Baptist Church.
Surviving are six sons, George Arnold, Neva, Jesse Arnold, of Avondale, Pa., Edgar Arnold of Toughkenamon, Pa., Coy Arnold, Kennett Square, Pa., John Henry Arnold, Toughkenamon, Pa., and Bruce Rhea Arnold of Toughkenamon, Pa.
Three daughters, Mrs. Mary Nell Johnson, Avondale, Mrs. Venia Mae Manuel, Toughkenamon, and Mrs. Marie Nichols of Topeka, Kansas. Also twenty grandchildren, the father, John Arnold of Mountain City, a brother, Eugene Arnold, Johnson City, and a sister, Mrs. Lisia Walker, Mountain City.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. at the Little Doe Baptist Church with Rev. G. Blackburn and Rev. Paul Dyson in charge.
Interment in Shoun cemetery.
Hill Funeral Home in charge.

Emerson married Lula Belle Corum on 26 Jun 1923 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Lula was born about 1906 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Garfield married Belle Proffitt about 23 Nov 1921 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Belle was born about 1906. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Garfield married Elsie Stout on 23 Apr 1927 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Elsie (daughter of Samuel Jasper Stout and Ethel Garland) was born on 6 Feb 1910 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Raymond married Ena Richardson about 1929. Ena (daughter of Wheeler William Richardson and Mary Rebecca Estep) was born about 1908. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lessie married Walter W. Walker about 1921. Walter was born about 1908; died about Mar 1968; was buried in Campbell Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eugene married Annie M. Campbell on 18 May 1931 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Annie (daughter of Laura (Campbell)) was born about 1912; died on 30 Jun 1949 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Campbell Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eugene married Winnie Ruth Smith about 1950 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Winnie (daughter of Lawson Lafayette Smith and Nancy Victoria Messimer) was born on 26 Jun 1911 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Apr 2008 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Flossie married Lynnwood Garrison Garland on 13 Sep 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Lynnwood (son of William Hector Garland and Mary Lucinda Walker) was born on 22 May 1903 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 6 Jan 1994 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elva married Floyd Joseph Forrester on 7 Apr 1929 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Floyd (son of Thomas Forrester and Sarah Alice Proffitt) was born on 7 Jun 1898 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Apr 1966. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Stacy married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Friday, April 24, 1942
INFANT ARNOLD
James Lloyd Arnold, 7 months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Arnold, Route 5, Elizabethton, died in a Johnson City hospital, Thursday morning at 8:20 o'clock.
Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Arnold; two sisters, Ronnie Mae and Mary Ellen; two brothers, Stacy Ray, John Hobert; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Richardson; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Arnold.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday morning at 11:00 o'clock from the home on Stoney Creek with the[sic] Mack Hodge officiating. Burial will be made in Hurley cemetery.

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On Sunday, February 19, 2023 our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Louise (Cole) Tolley, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 75. Louise was a lifelong resident of Carter County and was the daughter of Willard and Jessie (Sheets) Estep. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Roger L. Cole, and a brother, Willis Estep. Louise was a wonderful and caring person who went above and beyond for her loved ones. She always had a smile and a kind word and loved her Savior beyond words. Most recently Louise attended the Experience of Pentecost Church. Louise enjoyed playing solitaire, including being Solitaire Queen (without the crown), and making friends on Facebook. Most of all she enjoyed making memories with her family. Louise leaves behind her second husband of 32 years, Paul Tolley of the home; her son, Timothy (Shannon) Cole of Johnson City; her stepdaughter, Elizabeth Clawson of Elizabethton; her stepson, David (JoAnn) Tolley of Elizabethton; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Louise is also survived by her church family and friends. A celebration of Louise’s life will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, February 25, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Pastor Chris McCurry and Pastor Ronnie Reece officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 2 until 4 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service. The graveside service will follow in the Kress Cemetery (Hurley Hollow Road, Elizabethton). Active pallbearers will be Gary Kemp, David Blackburn, Harold Presnell, Ronnie Taylor, Brian Burkner and Logan Hicks.

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

Louise married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Georgia Fay Shell. Georgia was born on 10 Dec 1925 in , , Virginia, ; died on 4 Jan 2010 in , , California, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Marjorie Othella Morley. Marjorie was born on 7 Feb 1932 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; died on 13 Nov 2018 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Shady Valley Memorial Gardens, Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Buried:
JONESBOROUGH - Mr. Lowell H. Stout, age 85, Jonesborough, completed his life Monday, February 22, 2021 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Because of his belief in God and Jesus, we believe he will dwell in the Kingdom of God forever and ever.

He was born June 5, 1935 to the late Clyde and Mae Fritts Stout in Doeville, TN. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Nadia Stout, and brother, Dr. Bill Stout.

After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving in Stavanger, Norway, a county he dearly loved. After serving his county, he was employed by Air Products in Bari, Italy. He returned to the United States and retired from the Bailey Co. in Piney Flats. He was a hardworking, dependable employee. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include a brother, Bobby Stout, Elizabethton; nephews, Bryon Stout, Elizabethton, Mike Stout, Charlotte, NC and Roger Stout, Athens, Alabama; and a niece, Cathy Stout, Denver, Colorado.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Noel, for the great home care and his long-time friends, Ben Clark, Ray Barcel, James Storey and Brandon Tittle.

Graveside services will be conducted 10:00 am Friday, February 26, 2021 at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Douglas Eugene "Gene" Graybeal, 84, of Johnson City, died Tuesday, November 7, 2017, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Johnson City and a son of the late Dana and Selma Stout Graybeal.
Gene was a retired truck driver who last worked for Mor-Flo. He was a long-time member of Sinking Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, his wife, Vera Jarrett Rupert (March of 2016), and his brother, Jimmy Graybeal (also in 2016), preceded him in death.
Survivors include two stepsons, Wayne and his wife Jane Rupert of Limestone and Eddie Rupert, also of Limestone; a brother and his wife, Marion A. and Dianne Graybeal of Knoxville; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service for Douglas Eugene "Gene" Graybeal will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 12, at Happy Valley Memorial Park under the direction of Pastor Jayson Hoagland. Pallbearers will be Calvin Moffett, Allen Rupert, Robbie Rupert, Eric Rupert, Bobby Tester, Sidney Tester and Jesse Stewart. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Sinking Creek Baptist Church

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Mildred Ann Morefield Courtner, 94, formerly of Johnson City, died Friday, November 23, 2018 at Trinity Health Care of Lenoir City.

Mildred was a native of Johnson County, daughter of the late Robert Harrison Morefield and Edna Tyson Osborne Morefield.

Mildred was a retired employee of the U. S. District Court in Greeneville, where she worked in the probation office.

She was a member of the University Parkway Baptist Church.

Mildred was a member of the American Business Women's Association and former member of the North Johnson City Optimist Club.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Robert "Earl" Courtner in 2012; a son, Stephen Robert Courtner; three sisters, Kathryn Morefield, Berniece Wilkinson and Lucille Nelson; a brother, R. L. Morefield.

Survivors include: her daughter, Carolyn C. Wood of Knoxville; daughter-in-law, Carol Courtner; sisters, Thelma Mains, Jeannie Arnold and Mae Allen; a brother, Kenny Morefield; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service is scheduled for Thursday, November 29, 2018 under the direction of Dr. Michael Oaks. Active pallbearers will be her grandsons and nephews.

Mildred married Robert Earl Courtner about 1946 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Robert (son of Robert Allen Courtner and Mattie Mae Neatherly) was born on 15 Jan 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Jun 2012 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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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.

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Shirley Jean Baird, age 81, of Tom Bunton, Ln; Butler, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at her home. Jean was born May 18, 1941, in Johnson County, TN, to the late Charles David Guinn and Ethel Georgia Morefield Guinn. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Joe Baird, sister Geneva Eggers, and her brothers, Joe, Dave, Jack, and Wayne.

Jean was a hard worker for those who knew her best: whether she was working outside around the house, taking care of others, or in her Churches, Bakers Gap Baptist Church and most recently in her son’s church, Baird’s Chapel. Jean loved her family very much, especially her grandkids. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.

Those left to cherish her memories included her sons, Terry Douglas Baird and wife Joyce and Timothy Joe Baird and wife Traci, grandchildren, Aaron Joseph Baird and wife Kim, Katie Baird, Abby Baird, and Anna Baird, sisters, Mae Talley, Melissa McCullah, Lynn Gagliardi and husband AL; one brother, Mark Guinn; several nieces, nephews and cousins, brothers and sisters-in-laws, Lonnie Baird, Judy Roark and husband Lee L., Peggy Potter and husband Howard; special niece who was like a daughter, Patricia Tello.

The family will receive friends on Friday, July 8, 2022, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home, with a funeral service to follow at 7:00 p.m. with Pastors Dennis Peterson and James Richardson officiating. Graveside service and burial will be on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. from Bakers Gap Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carroll Chappell, Tim Fenner, Charles McKinney, Clifton Worley, Aaron Baird, Kenny Poole, and Marshall Potter. Honorary pallbearers are Howard Potter, Lee L. Roark, Keith Gwinn, David Gwinn, and the Men of Baird’s Chapel.

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Genevia Tolue Eggers, age 68, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017. She was born on June 19, 1949 to the late Charlie and Ethel Morefield Guinn. In addition to her parents, Genevia was preceded in death by her brothers, Dave Guinn and Joe Guinn.

Genevia was always energetic and outgoing. She was always willing to help others. She enjoyed reading and shopping.

Genevia was a member of Locust Gap Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of 16 ½ years, Bob Eggers; daughters: Lisa Shore and husband Bubba, Glenda McCulloch and husband Jimmy, Sandy Worley; son, Clifton Worley Jr. and wife Michelle; step-daughter, Donna Kirby and husband Buddy; step-son, Michael Eggers and wife Brenda; sisters: Jean Baird, Melissa McCullah, Mae Talley and Lynn Gagliardi; brothers: Jack Guinn, Mark Guinn and Wayne Guinn; several grandchildren and several great and great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 29, 2017 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Mac Arnold officiating. Graveside service and interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Keith Guinn, Adam Worley, Todd Cable, Raiden Lewis, Thomas Stout, Michael Eggers, Adam Manuel, David Sowder Poole. Honorary pallbearers are Randy Arnold, Bud McComas, Tommy Rhymer, Mike McKinney, Gary Eggers and David Manuel.

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We are saddened to announce the passing of Mark S. Guinn, age 65, on Wednesday July 26, 2023 at his residence. He was born February 28, 1958 to the late Charles D. Guinn and Ethel Morefield Guinn. Mark was a member of the Victory Chapel Cowboy Church and enjoyed Woodworking and Fishing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers; Dave Guinn, Joe Guinn, Wayne Guinn, and Jack Guinn. Sisters; Geneva Eggers, and Jean Baird.

Those left to cherish his memory include his Spouse Doris Vanover; three sons, Dakota Guinn, Ricky Vanover, and Jason Vanover; two daughters, Amanda and Paula Schofield; three sisters, Melissa McCullah, Lynn Gagliardi, and Mae Talley; nine grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and special friends Steven Parks, and Spider also survive.

To honor his wishes there will be no formal services held.

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Nellie Elizabeth Brown Proffitt, age 77, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the Watauga Medical Center. She was born on December 30, 1937 in Johnson County to the late Dewey E. Brown and Martha Moore Brown. In addition to her parents, Nellie was preceded in death by her sister Coretta Proffitt; brothers: Tommy George Brown, Lonnie O. Brown and Jack Brown.
She was a member of Vaughts Gap Baptist Church.
Nellie is survived by her brothers; Coleman Brown, D.L. Brown, Rocky Brown all of Mountain City, Ed Brown of Kingsport, TN; and five nieces and three nephews.
Graveside service and interment were at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 from the Martha Brown Cemetery (Vaughts Gap Rd. ) with Pastor Chuck Morefield and Rev. Benny Green officiating. Pallbearers were family and friends. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. John Whitlock and Daniel Jones and their medical staff and the staff of Mountain City Care Center.

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Coleman Ray Brown, age 77, of Vaught’s Gap Rd, Mountain City, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at his residence. Coleman was born on September 30, 1944, in Johnson County, TN to the late Dewey E. Brown and Martha (Addie) Elizabeth Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Nellie Brown and Coretta Roark, brothers, Tommy George, Jack, Lonnie, and Donald (DL) Brown, son Christopher Brown, and grandson Austin Motsinger.

Coleman enjoyed growing a garden and sharing his vegetables with neighbors and friends. He had never met a stranger and loved to sit and socialize while enjoying a cup of coffee. One of his favorite hobbies included sightseeing with his dog Skippy, to who he also taught many unique tricks. Coleman was a faithful member of Vaught’s Gap Baptist Church and enjoyed mowing the church grounds which he did for over 30 years.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Kathy Motsinger Eller, and husband Michael; son Jeff Brown; special friend of 30 years, June Thomas (June Bug), brother Rocky Brown; grandchildren Kandas Motsinger and Courtney Motsinger; great-grandchildren, Ryland Hoyle, Zayden Hoyle, and Kingsley Cornett.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 29 from 1:00-2:00 pm at Mountain City Funeral Home, with funeral services to follow at 2 pm with Pastor Chuck Morefield and Pastor Bennie Greene officiating. Special music will be conducted by Clark and Nancy Mixon. Coleman will be laid to rest at the Brown Cemetery (Vaught’s Gap Rd.); pallbearers will be Doug Thomas, Jimmy Tester, Mike Wilson, Anthony Shaw, Terry Hodge, and Marvin Arney. Honorary pallbearers include Members of the Vaught’s Gap Baptist Church, Friends at Hardee’s, Members of the Johnson County Senior Center, and Brad Thomas.

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Ben Allen Greene, age 74, of Stoney Hollow Road, Elk Park, passed away Thursday afternoon, Nov. 21, 2019, at Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn.

Ben was born Sept. 1, 1945, in Avery County, a son of the late Geter and Rosa Estep Greene. He was a self-employed carpenter and a member of Flat Springs Baptist Church. He loved his Lord and Savior and he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially the biggest blessing of his life, his great-grandchildren. He also had many friends too numerous to mention.

He is survived by his Wife: Jackie Greene of the home; one Daughter: Angela Abrams and husband Stephen of Kitty Hawk, NC; one Son: Brandon Lambert of Atlanta, Ga.; two Granddaughters, whom he raised: Ashley Bunten and husband Josh and Sarah Isaacs, all of Elk Park; one Son-in-law: Chad Isaacs of Vilas; three Grandsons: Nicholas Dugger of Butler, Tenn., Benjamin Abrams, and Dylan Abrams, both of Kitty Hawk; four Great-granddaughters: Harley Potter, Jada Mae Isaacs, Kimberly Bunten, and Adeline Bunten; two Great-grandsons: Landon Bunten and Titus Isaacs; three Sisters: Ruth Harmon and husband Ken of Sugar Grove, and Blanche Williams of Butler, Tenn., Kay Ward and husband Dennis of Elk Park; one Sister-in-law: Joyce Dugger of Butler, Tenn.; one Brother-in-law: Elbert Ward of Elk Park; one Son-in-law: Barry Oliver of Sugar Grove and one Uncle, Ronald Estep of Buffalo, NY.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one beloved Daughter: Kimberly Greene Oliver; a Brother and Sister-in-law: Reed Greene and his wife Edith; a Sister: Sally Ward; two Brothers-in-law: James Williams and Edward Lambert, and a Niece: Deanna Hicks.

Funeral services for Ben Allen Greene were conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. The body lay in state at the chapel, from 10 to 11 a.m. Officiating was Pastor Derrick Wilson and Pastor Dean Estep. Burial followed in the Abe Trivette Cemetery in Butler, Tenn.

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Gregory Lynn Stout, 55, of the Poga Community of Butler, Tenn., passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019, at his residence. Gregory was born June 9, 1963 in Carter County, Tenn., to the late Mattison Elwood Stout and Gladys Estep Stout. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, David Stout.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Karen Stout, of Michigan; his daughter, Savannah Stout; a brother, Michael Stout, of Michigan; two sisters, Sharon Stout and Tammie Stout, both of Butler, Tenn.; and five stepchildren.

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Mrs. Diann Estep Hicks, 65, of Buckeye Road, Elk Park, N.C., died Friday afternoon, Sept. 3, 2004, at her home.

She was born Feb. 2, 1939 in Avery County, a daughter of Finley and Addie Stines Estep. Mrs. Hicks was a member of the Beech Mountain Regular Baptist Church.

Survivors include one son, Curtis Hicks and his wife, Doris, of the home; one granddaughter, Heather Ann Hicks of Elk Park; one grandson, John Younce and wife, Davina, of Mountain City, Tenn.; one great-granddaughter, Deanna Marie Younce of Mountain City; two sisters, Blanche Clark and husband, Joe, of Hudson, N.C., and Beverly Nakash of Lynnwood, Wash.; two brothers, Pat Estep and wife, Betty, and Captain Estep and wife, Carrie, all of Elk Park.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Hicks; one brother, Chester Estep; and her parents, Finley and Addie Stines Estep.

Services were conducted Sunday evening at 8 p.m. at the Austin & Barnes Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by the Rev. Eric Cornett. The family received friends Sunday evening from 7-8 p.m., at the chapel.

At other times, the family will be at the home of her son, Curtis Hicks, 719 Buckeye Road in Elk Park.

Graveside services will be conducted Monday morning at11 oâ?™clock at the Beech Mountain Regular Baptist Church Cemetery in Elk Park.

Austin & Barnes Funeral Home is serving the Hicks family.

Diane married Charlie Hicks about 1959 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Charlie (son of Barnie Hicks and Della Fair "Dellie" Hicks) was born on 13 May 1931 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 28 May 1991 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Old Beech Mountain Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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On October 23, 2022, Terry Len Estep, 69, walked into the arms of Jesus. He was the son of the late Rex and Ruth Oliver Estep and was born in Carter County on February 15, 1953. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Jonathan Estep; a sister, Sue Soloman; his precious “Aunt Ruby” Oliver in 2021 and his beloved black lab “Sarah” who he lost in January 2022.

Terry was a 1971 graduate of Unaka High School and was the former owner and mechanic of Milligan Auto Care. He was a member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church.

Terry enjoyed cooking and made a great meatloaf and the best mashed potatoes. He loved spending time with his family, listening to Elvis and watching the leaves turn in the fall. Christmas was his favorite time of year – the more lights the better! Even his deer heads has Christmas hats. He loved collecting santas.

Those left to cherish his many memories include his wife of forty-four years, Anna Tester Estep; his children, Lora Hensley (Keith) of Johnson City; Travis Estep (Teina) Jonesborough; and Timothy Estep of the home; his grandchildren, Nikki Hyatt, Mitchell Hyatt, Slagle Shell, Tyler Estep, Thaddeus Estep, Thatcher Estep, Trentin Estep, Chasity Davis and Alexis Davis; two great-grandson’s, Michael and Carson; two sisters, Peggy Estep and Sandra Estep, father-in-law Bill Tester; mother-in-law, Carolyn Tester; sister and brother-in-law, Lynn Tester and Don Miller; a brother-in-law, Tommy Tester, former sister-in-law, Robin Brunner; special uncle and aunt-in-law, Allen and Dianna Blevins; special “nieces”, Amy Oliver and Libby Oliver Johnson (Jimmy) and “Papaw Terry” to Eli Johnson and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service to honor Terry’s life will be conducted at 1:00 PM Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Ensor Cemetery with Doug Rasnick officiating. Active pallbearers will be Nikki, Mitchell, Slagle, Tyler, Thaddeus, Don Miller and Tommy Tester. Honorary pallbearers are Thatcher, Trentin, Bill Tester, Allen Blevins, Mike Johnson, Michael and Lane Sparks and Jake Fagan.

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Keith Conley Presnell, age 69, of Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, passed away Monday morning, February 24, 2020, at his home.

Keith was born June 15, 1950, in Watauga County, a son of the late Henry Clay Presnell and Hazel Estep Presnell. He was the retired owner/operator of K&G Automotive Repair.

He is survived by his significant other: Melinda Presnell of the home; two Sons: Gary W. Presnell and wife Melissa of Banner Elk, and Terry Presnell and wife Christina of Myrtle Beach, SC; four Grandsons: Justin Presnell, Austin Presnell, Ryan Presnell and Dustin Presnell, all of Banner Elk; three Great-grandsons: Landon Presnell, Aiden Harris, and Westen Presnell; one Great-granddaughter: Aleeah Presnell; five Sisters: Rilda Everhart and husband Mike of Greensboro, Beulah Clawson and husband Troy, Patty Clawson and husband Raymond, Sue Johnson and husband Allen, and Louisa Clawson and husband Allen, all of Elk Park; two Brothers: Bobby Presnell and wife Pat of Vilas, and Billy Presnell and wife Glenda of Greensboro; and a Brother-in-law: Pat Estep of Old Beech Mountain.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three Sisters: Mary Presnell, Ida Presnell, and Betty Estep; and five Brothers: Gurney, Calloway, Ransom, Kenney, and Benny Presnell.

Funeral services for Keith Conley Presnell were conducted at 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, March 1, at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. The body lay in state at the chapel from 1 to 2 p.m. Officiating was Rev. Charlie Martin, Gary Presnell, and Austin Presnell. Burial followed in the Presnell Cemetery

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ELIZABETHTON – Ethel Church Tolley, 81, Elizabethton, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, October 13, 2009.

She was born in Mountain City, Tenn., to the late Herbert Cross and Flora Olive Hall Church. She had lived in Carter County for several years.

Ethel impacted the loves of many people by her respectful nature and was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Tolley was a member of the Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Matthew Tolley; and children, Norma Jean Cox, Emma Dean Tolley and Terry A. Tolley.

She is survived by three Daughters: Barbara J. Gould and husband, Bob, of Elizabethton, Teresa A. Tolley, of Johnson City, and Jacqueline R. Birchfield and husband, Donald, of Bluff City; One Sister: Cledith Perkins and husband, Ed, of Mountain City; Two Brothers: A.G. Church and wife, Joyce, of Johnson City, and Walter R. Church and wife, Sharon, of Butler; 14 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. Several loving nieces and nephews also survive.

Memorial Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday in the Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ with Pastor Donny Reagan and Bro. Darrell Ward officiating.

Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the Washington County Memory Gardens. Music will be provided by her church family. Pallbearers will be her grandsons.

Marjorie married William Matthew Tolley about 1946. William (son of William Bert Tolley and Sudie Mae Carroll) was born on 25 Jul 1926 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died in Feb 1979 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Washington County Memory Gardens, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Cledith Bland Church Perkins, age 87, passed away Friday, January 5, 2018, from natural causes at her residence in Mountain City, Tennessee. Mrs. Perkins was married to Eddie E. Perkins who passed away February 4, 2017. They were married August 29, 1948, nearly 69 years. They were both members of First Freewill Baptist Church, Mountain City, Tennessee.

Cledith was born on March 29, 1930, in Johnson County, Tennessee, to the late Herbert Cross and Flora Olive Hall Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons: Gary and Terry Perkins, two grandsons; Travis Dwight Curd and Eddie Mack Perkins; six brothers: Edward James Church of Michigan, A. G. Church of Johnson City, Tennessee, Glenn Willis Church, Douglas J. Church, Ronnie Lee Church, and Junior Church of Mountain City, Tennessee; and four sisters: Marjorie Ethel Church Tolley, Johnson City; Nell Church Pealer, of Johnson City; Belle Church, and Connie Marie Church Osborne of Mountain City, Tennessee.

Those left to cherish her memory is a daughter, Sharon Fritz and husband Jim of Knoxville, Tennessee; three sons: Larry Perkins and wife Carol, Jerry Perkins, and Perry Perkins all of Mountain City, Tennessee; a brother Walter Reid Church of Butler, Tennessee. She has eleven grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, and nine great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Cledith's greatest love was her family. Being a homemaker was a fulfilling occupation for her. The highlight of Mrs. Perkins day in recent months was a visit from her great grandchildren who rushed to her with hugs and kisses. Cledith also enjoyed working in her vegetable garden, quilting when possible, and going for joy rides with family and friends. Before she became so ill, she enjoyed shopping and going out to eat.

Funeral services for Cledith Perkins will be conducted on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at 8:00 p.m. from the First Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Poe and Rev. Daniel Jones officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. prior to the funeral service.

Graveside service and interment will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. from the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Everyone is asked to assemble at the cemetery at 10:45 a.m. prior to the service.

Pallbearers will be nephew Tony Church; nephew Chuck Seminski, nephew Billy Reid Fletcher, Kenneth Rowman, Jett Arnold, and Johnny Arnold.

Honorary Pallbearers are: brother Walter Church, nephew Jim Tester, nephew Mark Hughes, son-in-law Jim Fritz, Jack Arnold, and Jordan Farthing.

The family want to extend a special appreciation to Ginger Peters, Jenny Barry, Cindy Church, Jordan Farthing, and many other Silver Angels, who helped care for Mrs. Perkins in the home. Especially, Ginger Peters and niece Cindy Church who were so devoted to her.

Cledith married Eddie Perkins on 29 Aug 1948 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Eddie (son of Rosco Perkins and Pearl Alice Potter) was born about 1928 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Feb 2017 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Pleasant Grove Baptist Cemetery, , Greene County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - A.G. Church, 84, of Johnson City went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Agape Nursing Center.

He was a native of Mountain City and had lived and worked as a carpenter in Johnson City most of his life. Mr. Church was a son of the late Herbert and Flora Hall Church. He was a veteran having served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Church loved working with his hands. At one time in his life he raced cars at Sportsman's and Bulls Gap Speedway. Mr. Church loved the Lord and enjoyed spending time with his family. He had a good heart and a great sense of humor. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers, Glenn, Ed, Doug and Ronnie Church; three sisters, Connie Osborne, Nell Peeler and Ethel Tolley; also a granddaughter, Jessica Flack.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joyce Neal Church; two daughters, Penny Lynn Church and Sheila Ann Pinkston and husband, Doug all of Johnson City; a brother, Walter Church and wife, Sharon of Butler; a sister, Cledith Perkins of Mountain City; three grandchildren, Jason Flack, Kelis Pinkston and Whitney Pinkston; also several nieces and nephews.

Services for Mr. Church will be conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, June 16, 2017 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Rev. James Cambron officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until the service hour. Graveside services will follow in the Mountain Home National Cemetery at 1:45 PM. Military Honors will be provided by the Boone Dam VFW Honor Guard Detail. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

A. married Joyce Neal on 9 Jan 1954 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Joyce was born about 1836. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Minnie Frances Mink on 21 Jun 1941 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Minnie (daughter of Felix B. Mink and Effie Eliza Pierce) was born on 4 Jan 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 16 Apr 2018 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greene Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jesse married Bertha Lucille Tester on 23 Dec 1944 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Bertha (daughter of Alex Robert Tester and Myrtle May Dean) was born on 25 Aug 1926 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 May 2017 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greene Community Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mary McFarland, age 93, passed away on March 13, 2022. Mary was born on July 7, 1928 to the late Elsie Bare and Garfield Arnold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, James Rhymer; second husband, William Bill McFarland; infant son, Joe Ray Rhymer; half-brother, Charles Rhymer and son-in-law, Paul Robinson.

Mary worked for 23 years at Mountain City Glove Factory. She was a wonderful homemaker who loved everyone and cherished her family. She loved her dog, Ben and enjoyed giving dogs snacks. She was a member of Southside Freewill Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memories include her daughters, Elsie Maxine Robinson, Peggy Ann St. Gelais; sons, Dean Rhymer (Elizabeth Ann), Jerry Lynn Rhymer; half-brother, Glenn Rhymer (Grace); grandchildren, Deanna Rhymer, Michael Rhymer, Nicole Rhymer, Kimberly Rhymer, Jerry Rhymer Jr., David Scott Rhymer, Misty Ann St. Gelais Jordan; several great grandchildren and special friend, Linda South.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Mountain City Funeral Home with Pastors Richard Shephard and Berry Dunn officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 prior to the funeral service. The graveside service and burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

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Frances Lee Richardson, 69, 2100 E Watauga Ave., died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at the Johnson City Medical Center.

Mrs. Richardson was a native of Butler, TN, and had lived most of her life in Johnson City.

She was a daughter of the late Eugene and Annie Campbell Arnold and was also preceded in death by her second mother, Winnie Arnold, one sister, Sylvia Miller and five brothers, Dallas, James, and Bobby Eugene Arnold and Fred and Bill McFall.

Mrs. Richardson retired from Appalachian Christian Village.

She was of the Pentecostal Faith and attended Faith Community Church.

Survivors include her husband, Paul J. Richardson; four daughters, Sandra Crain and her husband, Gary, Johnson City, Pam Crain and her husband, Chester, Saltville, VA, Debbie Davis and her husband, Charlie, Gray and Christy Buck and her husband, Daniel, Johnson City; one son, Mark Cable and Abby, Johnson City; grandchildren, Eric and Danielle Crain, Joey and Whitney Coleman, Christine Davis, Michael and Jordan Austin, Brittany Buck, Destiny, Brittany, Zachary and Jocelyn Cable; one great grandchild, Gage Coleman; three sisters, Pearl Atwood, Butler, Kate Eldreth, Mountain City and Vella Ward and her husband, John, Johnson City; three brothers, Jerry and Ronnie McFall both of Johnson City and Roy Wagner and wife, Butler, and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service for Mrs. Richardson will be conducted at 2:30 PM Wednesday, May 21, 2008, from the Morris-Baker Funeral Home South Chapel. Pastor Lester Guinn will officiate. Burial and graveside services will follow at Washington County Memory Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Tuesday at the funeral home.

Active pallbearers will be Mark Cable, Gary Crain, Jeff Sweeney, Daniel Buck, Charlie Davis and Chester Crain. Carl Miller, Randy Miller and Wayne Blevins are honorary pallbearers.

Frances married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Vella Ward, 77, of Carter County, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Vella was born in Johnson County, Tenn., to the late Eugene and Annie Campbell Arnold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepmother, Winnie Ruth Arnold; her husband of 33 years, John Henry Ward, in March 2019; a daughter, Betty Ann Hughes; her brothers, Bobby Gene Arnold, Dallas Arnold and James Arnold; two sisters, Sylvia Miller and Frances Richardson; and four step-brothers, Jerry McFall, Ronnie McFall, Bill McFall and Fred McFall.
Vella was a wise, selfless, loving, caring, kind, insightful and faithful woman of God and she was never afraid or avoided hard work. She was a faithful member of Southside Free Will Baptist Church and she retired from Baxter International after nearly 30 years of dedicated service. Vella enjoyed gardening in her flowers, journaling, going to church and praising the Lord. Most of all she loved and enjoyed taking care of her family and loved ones.
Those left to cherish her wonderful memories include her step-children, Karen Marie Ingram, Donna Kay Ward and Terry Lynn Ward and his wife Sheila; her grandchildren, Bridget Renee Neff (Wayne Gordon Whitehead III), Whitney Ingram and Brandon Ingram; two sisters, Geneva Kate Eldrith and Hattie Pearl Atwood; and a step-brother, JR Wagner ("Tude"). Several nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren also survive.
A service to celebrate the life of Vella Ward will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, December 29, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Pastor Jeremy Burleson officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 2 until 3 p.m. Sunday, prior to the service, or at the home at other times. A graveside service to celebrate the life of Vella Ward will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, December 30, at Washington County Memory Gardens.

Vella married John Wardell about 1960. John was born on 20 Dec 1930 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 22 Mar 2019 in , Washington County, Virginia, ; was buried in Washington County Memory Gardens, Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Ruby Juanita McCoy on 1 Jul 1946 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Ruby (daughter of Millard Fillmore McCoy and Anna Bell Corum) was born on 24 Nov 1927; died on 15 Oct 2011 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Elizabethton Star 10/23/2005
W.H. Garland
W.H. Garland, 76, 15641 Highway 67 West, Butler, died Friday, Oct. 21, 2005, in
the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Johnson County, he was a son of the
late Lynnwood Garrison and Flossie Moody Garland. He was a retired employee of
the Blue Ridge Shoe Co., Mountain City. He was a member of the Little Doe
Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Dewey, Sanford and
Barton Garland.
Survivors include his wife, Effie Deloach Garland; a daughter and son-in-law,
Elizabeth and Junior McQueen, Butler; a son, Bobby Garland, Butler; one sister,
Mae Robinson, Butler; four grandchildren, Amy Phillips, Jason McQueen, Todd
Garland and Candice Garland; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday in Memorial Funeral Chapel,
with the Rev. Alan Koch and the Rev. Kreg Smith officiating. Graveside service
and interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, in the Rock Springs
Cemetery. Music will be provided by Phyllis Matherly and Lisa Brown. Active
pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m.
Tuesday, will be Albert Perkins, Elwood Arnold, Howard Stout, Terry Reece,
Junior Davis, Darrell Ward and Harry Pierce. Honorary pallbearers will be
George Campbell, J.L. Walsh, Carter Isaacs and friends of Sycamore Shoals
Hospital. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday in the funeral
home. Friends may also call at the residence. Family and friends will assemble
at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday. Condolences to the Garland family may be
emailed to mfc@chartertn.net. Memorial Funeral Chapel is in charge of
arrangements.

W. married Effie DeLoach on 5 Aug 1950 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Effie (daughter of Nathaniel DeLoach and Pearl M. Whaley) was born about 1928 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 20 Sep 2007 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Josephine Marie Forrester Blackburn, 79, of Elizabethton, Tenn., went to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 7, 2021, due to complications of Parkinson’s disease. She was born in Johnson County to the late Floyd and Elva Forrester.
Josephine retired from Leco’s and Levi’s in Mountain City, Tenn. She attended Butler Baptist Church for many years. Josephine enjoyed her family, watching television and her coffee.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Rick Guinn; brothers, Raleigh Forrester and David Forrester; and sisters, Berthie Mae, Marylake Forrester, Corine Norris, Alice Vines and Reba Neatherly.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Donna Guinn; grandson, Jimmy and wife Ashley Guinn; sisters, Patsy Pierce and husband Kyle and Carolyn Forrester; brothers, Raymond Forrester and Bobby Forrester and wife Barbara; and neighbors, Helen and Kenneth. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to the Shriners, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the third floor staff of Sycamore Shoals Hospital.

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ELIZABETHTON — Janice Hill, age 55, 1303A Spruce Lane, Elizabethton, died Sunday, October 19, 2008, in Sycamore Shoals Hospital following a brief illness.

She was a Carter County native, born to the late Stacy and Dorothy White Arnold. Mrs. Hill had worked as a cook in the fast food industry.

Survivors include her husband: Brian Keith Hill; two sons: Teddy L. Wilson, Raleigh, NC, Eddie Wilson, Greeneville, TN; one daughter and son-in-law: Tammy and Carey Clark, Elizabethton; five grandchildren: Asia, Dymond, Trey, Isaiah, and Kyndall; two brothers: Randy Arnold, Elizabethton, J.R. Arnold, Mountain City; special friends Miss Dorothy and Miss Molly, known as "The Golden Girls," Dodie, Leta, Faye Stover; and special aunts: Lois, Kathy, Toddie and Charlotte.

A special "thank you" is extended to Dr. Peter Tuberty, Dr. Sergio Diaz and the nurses at Sycamore Shoals Hospital 3rd floor for all the love and care given to Mrs. Hill during her illness.

Private disposition will be held at a later date.

Norma married Robert Carrol Cox about 1960 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . Robert (son of Earl Talmage Cox and Goergia Pearl Jones) was born on 30 Mar 1941 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; died on 3 Jan 2006 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Washington County Memory Gardens, Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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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.

Terry married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Leonard George Arnold, age 51, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center. Leonard was born December 16, 1970, in Boone, NC to the late George and Minnie Frances Arnold. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Ethel Potter, Helen Morefield, and Nancy Brewer; brothers-in-law, James Morefield, and C.R. Roark.

Leonard was a gifted and talented musician, able to play many different instruments. He enjoyed woodworking, and tinkering with things, and had made several instruments.

Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 20 years, Lesa Arnold; step-children, Andrew Wallace, and Jenna Wallace; sisters, Brenda Reece (Barry) of Mountain City, Melissa Rupard (Jeff) of Laurel Bloomery, Julia Roark of West Grove, PA; brothers, Gene Arnold (Vicki) of Oxford, PA, Jim Arnold (Connie) of Mountain City; brother-in-law, Don Brewer; several nieces, nephews, and his little dog, Tug.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 28, 2022, at First Freewill Baptist Church. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastors Greg Poe and Gary Hill officiating. The graveside service and burial will follow at the Greene Cemetery. Pallbearers are Earl Pope Jr, Tony Potter, Dwayne Potter, Rick Morefield, Tommy Morefield, and Charlie Blevins. Honorary pallbearers are Jeff Rupard, Barry Reece, Paul Liverman, his co-workers at N&N Ball Bearing, and all the fellow musicians he played with. The family would like to thank Ms. Ryan, a family advocate at JCMC, and the doctors and nurses in the IVH unit at JCMC for their kindness and compassionate care for Leonard.

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Died:
Margie Darlene Guinn Young, 72, died wrapped in the arms of her daughters on Saturday, January 8, 2022, following a brief illness.
Darlene was a retired advertising executive with the Elizabethton Star. She was born in Elizabethton and raised in Johnson County. She was devoted to her family and friends. Darlene was a loyal friend, fierce protector of loved ones, amazing mother, and phenomenal grandmother. She was a member of several charitable organizations to which she donated her time and money. Her joy in life was her family. She loved all of her babies and welcomed anyone who needed a family. No one has ever had a bigger, kinder, or more generous heart. She will be missed every day by every generation of her family.
Darlene had three biological daughters but a multitude more that she “adopted” as her own. She was Nana to 23 grandchildren but, again, was known as “Nana” to dozens more. She was one in a million.
Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, James Sanford Garland and Ruby Juanita McCoy Garland, and her husband, Jerry Dean Young.
Her daughters are Kim Greene, Neila Guinn, and Beth Guinn-Gillenwater. She had two sons-in-law, Ron Carr and Garney Gillenwater Jr. Darlene had 10 grandchildren, Kristen White, Chase Campbell, Ronnie Carr, Chad Carr, Allison Carr Cole (husband Timothy Cole), Dylan Gillenwater, Olivia Guinn, Lucas Gillenwater, Cerri Bradley Lowe (husband Dylan Lowe), and Jaylin Bradley. Great-grandchildren are Brenna Allen, Bella Neal, Brooklynn Cole, Karson Cole, Emersyn Cole, Baby Sprinkles Cole, Brayden Dickens, Lane Lowe, Stetson Lowe, Hannah Carr, Addison Carr, McKinlee Carr and Salem Carr. “Adopted” daughters include Linda Bradley and Becky Simmons. There are too many special friends, additional daughters and grandchildren to list but they were cherished. She left behind a huge family to carry on her legacy of generosity and love.