Dr. David Smithpeter

David married Sarah E. Young on 6 Apr 1858 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Sarah was born on 18 May 1839; died on 18 Feb 1909 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Louvenia married Joseph D. Matherly about 1874 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Joseph (son of James Matherly and Phereby Rosanna Haynes) was born about 1854 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Estella H. Kite on 9 Feb 1881 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Estella (daughter of George Washington Kite and Violet M. Matheson) was born on 23 Feb 1863 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Feb 1950 in Blaine County, , , Oklahoma. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married Laura V. Kite about 1885 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Laura (daughter of George Washington Kite and Violet M. Matheson) was born about 1868 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Winnie Loretta Wagner about 1908 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Winnie (daughter of Isaac Lafayette Wagner and Nancy Neome Baker) was born in Dec 1891 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Edward married Georgia Mae Cress on 8 Jan 1913 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Georgia (daughter of George Washington Cress and Mary Loretta Stout) was born on 19 Jul 1895 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Fred married Verdie V. Lipford about 1916 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Verdie (daughter of Anthony Abraham Lincoln Lipford and Mary Ellen Campbell) was born about 1896 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Claude married Bernice Gladys Arnold on 1 Feb 1940 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Bernice (daughter of Eddie William B. Arnold and Eliza Ruth Pleasant) was born on 24 Nov 1922 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Jan 1997 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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BUTLER - Ted R. Matherly, 86, Butler, passed away Saturday October 28, 2017 at his residence following an extended illness.

A native of Johnson County, he was a son of the late James Blaine & Winnie Loretta Wagner Matherly. Ted served in the United States Air Force. He attended Watauga Academy and graduate from Johnson County High School. He also attended the University of Tennessee. He retired as Postmaster from the Butler Post Office after 27 years of service. Ted was a member of Roan Creek Masonic Lodge # 679, was one of the original members of the Butler Fire Department, a charter member of the Butler Puritan Club and was a member and deacon of Cobbs Creek Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Raquel Patria (Pat) Ramon Matherly who died May 11, 2005 and by three sisters and three brothers. Ted loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was also an Atlanta Brave Fan.

Survivors include Two Daughters: Teresa Burchfield & husband Bob, Covington, Georgia and Amy Ogle & husband Darrell, Rutledge, Tennessee. One Son: Steven Matherly and wife Michele, Butler. Six Grandchildren, Seven Great Grandchildren, several nieces & nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Mark Street officiating. Private Interment will be Tuesday in Butler Memorial Cemetery.

Ted married Raquel Patria "Pat" Ramon about 1952. Raquel (daughter of Zaragoza Gonzales Ramon and Ignacia Avila) was born on 6 Feb 1930 in Potter County, , , Texas; died on 11 May 2005 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Butler Memorial Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Murel Ed Matherly, 93, of Johnson City, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2009.

Born in Butler, TN, he was the son of the late Edward and Georgia Cress Matherly.

He was a member of Unaka Avenue Baptist Church. Mr. Matherly proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II.

He was the founder of Clutch and Brake Supply Company in Johnson City and later of Clutch and Brake of Asheville. He retired in 2004 when he sold the business.

Mr. Matherly was a graduate of Watauga Academy in Butler and Coyne Electrical School in Chicago. He was a past member of the Civitan Club, member of Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association and active supporter.

He had a true passion for the Haven of Mercy, where he served on the board of directors.

Known as a kind, honest, caring, and giving man, he always put others first. He displayed all of the "fruits of the spirit," particularly patience and kindness. He had a great love for his family and spoiled his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed his work, inventing things, rock collecting, making candles and gardening.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Bonnie Lee Matherly, Esther Wagner; and brother, Guy Matherly.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Lydia Sluder Matherly, of Johnson City; daughters, Mary Gail Matherly Keown (Larry), of Calhoun, GA, and Melissa Matherly Clemons (Phil), of Kingsport; son, Roger Matherly (Mary June), of Asheville, NC; sisters, Mildred Cole, of Butler, Virginia Davis (Junior), of Butler, Marge Bailey, of Greensboro, NC, Marie Rankins Williams, of Mountain City, and Sue Pierce, of Mountain City; brother, Ebb Matherly (Marie), of Butler, and Paul Matherly (Alfreda), of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Josh Keown, of Roanoke, VA, and Lindsey Keown, of Athens, GA; Katherine Clemons, of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Suzanne Clemons, of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews and numerous friends.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the VA Home Based Primary Care, Home Instead Senior Care of Jonesborough and caregivers, Lindsey, Kathy and Wendy.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday at 7:00 PM at Tetrick Funeral Services with Pastor Steve Whitt and Rev. Michael Dickerson officiating. Music will be provided by Melissa Clemons and Anthony Harris.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM prior to the service.

A graveside service will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Bill Smith, Jim Williams, Bill Sluder, Jimmie Hubbard, Josh Keown, Tim Stone, Don Rankin. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Greever, Clifford Gilbert, Jim Burleson, Doyle Cloyd, J.D. Hoover, John Tipton, Cecil Scalf, Jeff Blackburn and Wylie Milhorn. Everyone is asked to meet at the funeral home at 10:00 AM for procession to the cemetery.

Murel married Mary Lydia Sluder about 1946. Mary (daughter of David Lee Sluder and Mary Cardwell) was born about 1925 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 23 Apr 2017 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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BUTLER - Mildred Lily (Matherly) Cole, 98, of Butler, TN was called home to be with the Lord and her devoted husband of 52 years, Everett C. "Pete" Cole and her precious daughter, Betty Sue Matherly unexpectedly on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

She was able to be in her home until the end which meant the world to her. Mildred was born on November 25, 1921 in Butler to the late Edward and Georgia Matherly. In addition to her husband, daughter and parents she was preceded in death by her Brothers, Guy Matherly, Murel Matherly & Elbert Matherly and sisters Bonalee Matherly, Esther Wagner & Margie Bailey. She was also preceded in death by a wonderful son-in-law, Wendell Francis and was the last living matriarch to the Cole family; which she loved and treasured dearly.

Until they meet again, she leaves behind her cherished daughter Carolyn Marie Francis of Florida and her devoted caregiver to the end, her son, Carl Everett Cole of Butler; Grandchildren Amy Jones (Mitch), Paul Francis (Kristina), Angela Matherly, Guy Matherly (Missy), Erica Southerland (Justin), Ashley Cole and Brittany Maness (Dwight). Great-Grandchildren left to cherish many memories: Sarah Peterson, Matthew Matherly (Paige), Morgan Wright, Kirsten Matherly, Kalie Matherly, Xavier Longoria, Madison Matherly, Leah Matherly, Liam Matherly, Alyssa Cain and Michael Southerland. Brother Paul Matherly (Elfreda) and sisters, Virginia Davis, Marie Williams & Sue Pierce and sister-in-law Marie Matherly; many nieces and nephews.

Mildred loved sewing and spent several years working in a drycleaner as a seamstress. She was a passionate quilter creating, giving and sharing many with her children, grandchildren, and many others throughout her life. She spent many years traveling across the country with her husband as he worked, moving her family many times on a moments' notice. In her younger years she loved gardening and canning. She and her husband hunted and cooked for many hunters in North Carolina after retirement. She loved the Lord and never missed an opportunity to tell others about Jesus. She read through her Bible yearly and loved many friends that she attended church with both at Cobbs Creek Baptist in Butler and Bethany Baptist Church, Mountain City, where she was a member.

Mildred loved her family and had a special love for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also had several special caregivers who helped to keep her wish of staying in the home to the end possible: Gloria Hathorn, Gloria Leveillee, Beverly Lowe, Luvena Erwin and Tom Erwin.

The family will receive family and friends at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Memorial Funeral Home in Elizabethton, TN with the service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Pastors Bryan Sheehan, her nephew, and Doug Hinshaw, a long time friend will be officiating. A graveside service and burial will follow the service at Butler Cemetery in Butler, TN. Pallbearers will be Justin Southerland, Dwight Maness, Mitch Jones, Guy Matherly, Greg Matherly, Craig Davis, Matthew Matherly and Bryan Sheehan.

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Charles Elbert "Ebb" Matherly, 82, of Butler, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2013 from his residence.
He was born in Johnson County, Tennessee, on April 22, 1931, to the late Edward Harrison and Georgia Cress Matherly. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a loving son, David Edward Matherly, two brothers, Guy Matherly and Merle Matherly; and Two Sisters: Bona Lee Matherly and Esther Matherly Wagner.
Mr. Matherly was a member and Deacon of Little Milligan Baptist Church. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He had worked at the Bemberg Corporation, Fish Springs Marina and retired as a Construction Worker.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years: Gladys Marie Campbell Matherly. One Son and daughter-in-law: Gregory Charles & Kathy Matherly of Florida. Three Daughters & Sons-in-Law: Tammy and Danny Kinser, Butler, Melanie & Andy Reed, Franklin, Tennessee, Esther & John Loyd, Butler. Seven Grandchildren: Desirae Matherly, Jamie Matherly, Gregory Matherly, Jr., John-David Loyd, Jordan Kinser, Carter Reed and Molly Reed: One Great Grandson: Sullivan Martin (Eric Martin, Father); One Brother and Sister-in-Law: Paul & Elfreida Matherly. Five Sisters: Mildred Cole, Virginia Davis and husband Junior, Margie Bailey, Marie Williams and Sue Pierce. Many loving nieces & nephews.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 pm. Tuesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Cecil " Nick" Bradshaw, Rev. Sam Icenhour and Rev. Garry Edwards officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 16, 2013 in Butler Memorial Cemetery. Music will be provided by Rev. Ronnie Campbell. Pallbearers will be selected from family members.

Park married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Park married Doris Blevins about 1945. Doris (daughter of Carsie William Blevins and Mary Edith Birchfield) was born about 1923 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 12 Jun 2011 in Franklin County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mr. Carl Shelton Matherly, Sr., beloved husband and loving father, left his earthly family on Sunday, April 22, 2012.

Born in Old Butler, TN on April 1, 1922, he was a graduate of Watauga Academy, Milligan College and East Tennessee State University.

He served in the Army during World War II, where he met the love of his life, Isabel Portrum. He and Isabel enjoyed 62 years of marriage, raising a family and calling Kingsport their home. Together, they were faithful servants of God as members of Waverly Road Presbyterian Church.

Carl began and ended his career with the Sullivan County School System. He was a teacher, coach and administrator for 39 years, first at Lynn View High School then retiring as principal from Sullivan South High School. Many benefited from his devotion to the youth of his community. He was proud to contribute to the success of his students and athletes.

To honor his years of dedication at South High School, the football stadium was named in his honor. Carl was dedicated to his community, serving with many groups and organizations. His role with the TSSAA was his most notable. Carl was first elected to the TSSAA Board of Control in 1965. In 1978 he was elected Chairman, a role he served for 9 years. Carl also served on the Executive Board of the National Federation — a role no other Tennessean had filled. He was honored to be elected into both the Northeast Tennessee Hall of Fame and the TSSAA Hall of Fame.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Verdie Matherly, his brothers Park Matherly and Freddie Matherly, his sisters Mary Martherly Laws, Florence Matherly Trivette and his beloved wife of 62 years, Isabel Portrum Matherly. He is survived by his sister Doris Matherly Snyder, a daughter, Mrs. Martha Parham and husband Tom, a son, Carl S. Matherly Jr, and wife Susan, and two grandsons Joshua Park Matherly and Tyler McKinley Matherly each of whom, have comforted and cared for him in the years since Isabel's passing. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who cherished their "Uncle Charlie."

The family will receive friends at Waverly Road Presbyterian Church from 5-7:00 pm Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Dr. Dan Clark will officiate a service immediately following the visitation.

Carl married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Florence Matherly Trivette, 85, Johnson City, passed away at her home on Sunday, February 20th with her family at her side.

She was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church.

She is survived by Ray Trivette her husband of 64 years, daughter, Patsy and husband, Buck Bacon, granddaughters, Tracy Hensley, Sandra James and great grandchildren, Brittany Sexton and Peyton Sexton, granddaughter. Sheri Susong and great grandson, Mack Susong; daughter, Teresa and husband Bob Utley, grandchildren, Joy and husband Kevin Daniel, great grandchildren, Lily and Gracen Daniel and grandsons, Kristofer Utley and Barrett Utley; daughter, Jennifer Underwood and grandsons, Gunar Underwood and fiancée' Ora Perdue and Jarad and wife Megan Underwood and great grandson, Colton Underwood; one sister, Doris and husband Ernest Snyder and one brother, Carl Matherly; one sister-in-law, Anna Trivette Dugger and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Verdie Matherly, two brothers, Park Matherly and Freddy Matherly and one sister, Mary Laws.

A private burial will be held for Mrs. Trivette at Washington County Memory Gardens, February 23rd.

Florence married Albert Ray Trivette about 1945. Albert (son of Albert Roy Trivette and Rosa M. "Rose" Crosswhite) was born on 19 Aug 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Sep 2011 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Washington County Memory Gardens, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Etta Mae (Tootsie) Roberts, age 80, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022 at her residence. She was born on September 19, 1941 to the late Guy Arney and Anna Mae Matherly Arney. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, J.L. Roberts, and her sister, Loretta Garver.

Tootsie loved flowers, gardening, and cooking. She was a wonderful mother, cook, and enjoyed taking care of everyone. She also enjoyed music and played the piano and sang for her church.

She was a member of Doe Valley Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memories include her daughters, Elisha Milam and Toni Rollins (Jim); son, Jason Roberts (Emily); stepchildren, Melody (Todd), Tim (Robin), Mark (Vicky), and Sheila; brother, Russell Arney (Carolyn); grandchildren, Rhenda Kelly (Tyson), Cristy Clark Taylor (Eddie), Jamie Roberts (Dawn), Jarrett Roberts, Jodi, and Gracie; great-grandchildren, Landon, Elliot, Makenzie, Dylan, Kolby, Brayden, Faith, Hope, Dawson, Blade, and Gage; brother-in-law, Phillip Garver; special friends, Lois, Nancy and Shelby; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Mountain City Funeral Home. The graveside service and burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Rock Springs Cemetery with Pastor Mike Fenner to officiate. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

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BUTLER - Loretta Kay Arney Garver, 72, Butler passed away Friday, April 14, 2017 in the Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Johnson County, she was a daughter of the late Guy & Anna Mae Matherly Arney. Loretta was a 1962 graduate of Johnson County High School. She was an active member of Little Doe Baptist Church. She was a member of the Church Choir, Sunday School Teacher, active in the WMU and children church.

Survivors include her husband of 54 years: Phillip Garver. Two Children: Darwinn Garver & wife, Melissa, Butler and Sherry Stevens and husband Danny, Piney Flats. Ten Grand Children: Sarah Garver, Megan Meade, Kaylin Hayworth, Bailey Epperly, Julia Stevens, Mason Hayworth, Luke Hayworth, Harley Wykle, Evan Hayworth and Grey Stevens. A Sister: Etta Mae Roberts, Mountain City. A Brother: Russell Arney & wife Carolyn, Ft. Walton Beach, Florida. One Uncle: Ted Matherly. A Sister-In-Law: Jettie McKeehan. A Brother-In-Law: Lemuel Garver.

Funeral Service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Little Doe Baptist Church with the Rev. Kreg Smith officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017 in the Rock Springs Cemetery. Music will be provided by the Church Choir. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Wednesday will be: Tom Kyte, Paul Lowe, Larry Ornduff, Terry Potter, Scotty Kyte, and Marty Trivette. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Tony Milam, Bobby Stout, Lenny Zimberg, Howard Stout, her church family, member of the 1962 graduating class, Johnson County High School and members of the Butler Volunteer Fire Department.