Margaret J. Miller

Margaret married William Whitehead on 16 Nov 1854 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William (son of Thomas Sr. Whitehead and Sarah Kirk) was born about 1821 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died before 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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The Elizabethton Star, Elizabethton, TN - Friday, Feb. 20, 1931
MRS. DELIA CHAMBERS
Mrs. Delia Chambers, 76, died at her home on Tiger Creek, Thursday night at 11 o'clock as the result of a prolonged illness. Funeral services will be held from the home Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment will follow in the Chambers cemetery.
The deceased is survived by one son, Dan Chambers, Tiger Creek; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Dugger; Mrs. Ellen Whitmore, of Elizabethton; two brothers, W. L. Whitehead and Nat Whitehead, Elizabethton.

Delia married William S. Gilliland on 17 Jan 1882 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William (son of Hamilton H. Gilliland and Louisa Owen) was born about 1858 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Delia married John Chambers on 9 Mar 1888 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. John was born in Jun 1830 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Matilda married James H. Montgomery on 18 Feb 1883 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. James (son of Samuel Washington Montgomery and Mary Jane Potter) was born on 20 Nov 1859 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Dec 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stout Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Tuesday, June 18, 1940
MRS. MARY DUGGER
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Anne Dugger, 77, who died Sunday evening at her home on Gap Creek, were held yesterday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock from the Gap Creek Church, Rev. John Hall and Rev. John Shepherd officiating. Burial was made in the family cemetery.
Surviving are one son, P. B. Arnett; Gap Creek; three daughters, Mrs. Jim Hopson, Roan Mountain; Mrs. W. A. Chambers and Mrs. Sam Lyons, Elizabethton; one brother Nat Whitehead, Johnson City; one sisters, Mrs. A. G. Whittimore, Elizabethton; also 35 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.

Family/Spouse: David A. Dugger. David (son of David Dugger and Elizabeth Belle Bunton) was born about 1854 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died after 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married Christian Timothy Arnett about 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Christian (son of John Henry Arnett and Sarah A. "Sallie" Townsend) was born about 1858 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Nathaniel married Mary A. Townsend on 6 Mar 1887 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of John G. Townsend and Jane Hill) was born on 31 Jul 1866 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Nov 1943 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Bennett Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elija married Emma Josephine "Josie" Stout on 26 Jul 1889 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Emma (daughter of Granville W. Stout and Martha C. "Patsy" Cable) was born in Apr 1869 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Apr 1943 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Martha (Whitehead) about 1894 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Martha was born about 1878 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ellen married William Tolbert "W. T." Marsh on 13 Mar 1892 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William was born about 1867; died on 6 May 1900 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ellen married Alfred Gilliam Whittemore on 16 Dec 1900 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Alfred was born about 1865 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Carrie E. Heaton on 28 Feb 1909 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Carrie (daughter of Granville Heaton and Martha Canada Hayes) was born in Mar 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Martha Viola Harmon on 22 Apr 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Martha (daughter of William Roby Harmon and Julia Ann Harmon) was born on 5 Jan 1900 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 9 Nov 1988 in , , Tennessee, ; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Cordia A. Irick about 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Cordia (daughter of George W. Irick and Mary A. Stout) was born in Sep 1896 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Petibone married Maude Williams on 8 Sep 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Maude (daughter of Mister Williams and Nannie J. (Williams)) was born on 9 Oct 1889 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 8 Nov 1944 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Whitehead Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Petibone married Louisa Florence DeLoach on 8 Jan 1946 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Louisa (daughter of Thomas Emmert "Doc" DeLoach and Arwilda B. Williams) was born on 1 Apr 1916 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Dec 1996 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Whitehead Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Omie Evelyn Johnson about 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Omie was born on 13 Sep 1888 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 14 Sep 1965 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Bennett Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Albert married Sarah J. Barnett on 25 Apr 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Sarah (daughter of Moses Barnett and Phoebe Bennett) was born on 24 Oct 1896 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 29 Sep 1984 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Barnett Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lula married Samuel Campbell about 1907 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Samuel (son of Michael Campbell and Nancy Anne Blevins) was born in May 1885 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ida married Monroe Bennett about 1910. Monroe (son of Gilliam L. Bennett and Hester Barnett) was born on 27 Dec 1888 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 2 Apr 1977 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Barnett Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rosco married Julia Buchanan on 21 May 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Julia was born about 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Wednesday, July 8, 1942
William Marsh, Well-Known Local Figure, Dies [photo]
William B. Marsh, a prominent figure in county political, civic and business affairs for many years, died suddenly last evening at seven o'clock, at the age of 49. Mr. Marsh had been in failing health for several months but his sudden death was unexpected and came as a great shock to his many friends.
A native of Carter county, Mr. Marsh had lived most of his life in Elizabethton. He attended schools in the county and was graduated from the State Teachers College and subsequently taught school here. He had been Civil Service examiner for a number of years and was affiliated with the local post office as a rural carrier for eighteen years. For a number of years he was chairman of the Democratic party of Carter county and served also as state Democratic election commissioner. At one time he was candidate for state senator on the Democratic ticket but was defeated by a small margin. For four years he served as a colonel on the staff of ex-Governor Browning.
Mr. Marsh was widely interested in civic and business affairs. He built and owned the structure now occupied by the J. C. Penney Company and the Elizabethton Hardware Company and was one of the officials of the Marsh-Hyder Hardware Company and the Service Lumber Company when those two companies were in existence.
He was affiliated with the First Christian Church of Elizabethton and was a member of the Dashiel Lodge, Modern Woodmen and Junior Order.
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Corintha Hyder Marsh; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Mottern, Mrs. Hazle Clear; one son: William B. Marsh, Jr., his mother, Mrs. Ellen Whittemore; stepfather, Mr. A. G. Whittemore; one brother, M. H. Marsh, all of Elizabethton.
The body will be removed from the Roy Hathaway Funeral Home to the home Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock.
Funeral services will be conducted from the First Christian church Thursday afternoon at 4:00 o'clock with the Rev. J. J. Musick and Rev. John Shepherd officiating. Luther Hampton and Mrs. Daisy Williams will be in charge of the music. Burial will be made in Happy Valley Memorial Park.
Active pallbearers will be: J. B. Gibson, K. P. Banks, R. T. Johnson, Jr., Alex Shell, Bailey Williams, W. C. O'Brien, James Deal, George Edens, Max Jett.
The body will lie in state at the church from 3:00 o'clock until time for the funeral at 4:00 o'clock.

William married Corintha Hyder on 2 Jun 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Corintha was born about 1905 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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His given name had several variant spellings (Madison, Matison), but the spelling Matson was verified by his granddaughter Gaye McCullough

Matson married Zeuleaka Bradley on 25 Jan 1918 in Carter County, , , Tennessee, and was divorced in 1938. Zeuleaka (daughter of James Alfred Bradley and Eliza Range) was born on 24 Jul 1899 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Dec 1962 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alma married Roy Elbert Scalf about 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Roy (son of William Obediah Scalf and Mary Orianna "Orah" Heaton) was born on 13 Apr 1907 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Jul 1968 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Bowers Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Edith Montgomery Wilson Phillips, age 90, of Elizabethton, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 23, 2017. Edith was born in her home on Walnut Mountain on March 3, 1926 to the late William Henry "W.H." Montgomery and Carrie Elizabeth Heaton Montgomery. Edith was preceded in death by her first husband, Buster Wilson, who was the father of her five children; and her second husband, Dennis Phillips, with whom she shared 18 years of marriage. Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Wayne, Walter, Quentin, Ray G., and Lee A. Montgomery; and her sisters, Alma Scalf Banner and Ruth Mitchell.

Edith was a homemaker and was a member of Siam Baptist Church. She and Dennis, enjoyed camping at Roan Mountain and Toe River Campground, raising a garden and canning food, and dancing at the Senior Citizen Center. She was a very caring mother, wife and sister and was loved by all she met. Her family and extended family (caretakers) worked together to keep her at home during her illness. She was very humble and gracious, always saying thank you. She enjoyed crochet, crafts of all kinds, basket making, and needlework. Most of all she loved her family and spending time with them.

Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Jill Simerly and husband Michael, of Elizabethton and Judy Sutton and husband Michael, of Kingsport; three sons, Edward Wilson, of Hampton, Jerry Wilson of Elizabethton, and Jeffrey Wilson and wife Jean, of Elizabethton; her grandchildren, Michelle Berry, April Wheeler, Daniel, Joey, and Olivia Wilson, and Jonathan and Jason Wilson; her great grandchildren, Owen and Carly Wheeler; her sister, Anne Gragg, of Elizabethton; and her brother, Carroll Montgomery and wife Jessie, of Elizabethton.

A graveside service to honor the life of Edith Montgomery Wilson Phillips will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Happy Valley Memorial Park, with Rev. Jack Roddy, officiating. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 AM on Wednesday.

The family would like to say a special thank you to Siam Baptist Church congregation, Caris Hospice staff members, Dr. Vivian Clark, Jean Wilson, Patsy Mullis, Rebekah Scheman and family, and Patty Love.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Margie M. Ashley, age 91, of Elizabethton, has gone home to be with her Lord. She left her earthly home on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from the Ivy Hall Nursing Home. Margie was born on August 22, 1925 to the late James Taylor Montgomery and Martha Viola Harmon Montgomery. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband, John A. Ashley in 2007; six brothers, John Rex Montgomery, George "Champ" Montgomery, Willard Montgomery, Albert Montgomery, David Montgomery and Glenn Montgomery; and four sisters, Stela Frances Fox, Lillian Nunley, Laura Alona Williams and Marie Montgomery.

Margie retired from North American Rayon Corporation, after 33 years of service and was a member of Highpoint Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Johnny Ashley and wife Judy, of Elizabethton; a daughter, Helen A. Nave and husband Joe, of Elizabethton; two granddaughters, Tammy Ashley, of Elizabethton and Patty Jo Singleton and husband Tracy, of Roan Mountain; three great grandchildren, Patricia Singleton, Jacob Singleton and Nico Ashley; one brother, Raymond Montgomery, of Roan Mountain; and one sister, Vera Lou Lowe and husband Jim, of Jonesborough.

A service to honor the life of Mrs. Margie M. Ashley will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Sunday, August 28, 2016 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Rev. Randy Johnson and Rev. Joel Cook, officiating. Music will be provided by Loren Harris. The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM until 2:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday; or at the residence at any time.

The graveside service will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Tracy Singleton, Jacob Singleton, Nico Ashley, and others selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Montgomery, Earnest Montgomery, Jim Lowe, Kenneth Taylor and Norman Ashley.

Margie married John Ashley about 1936. John (son of James Ashley and Harriett Grindstaff) was born about 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Mar 2007 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Raymond Stewart Montgomery, age 86, of Roan Mountain, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 from the Johnson City Medical Center.

Raymond was born in Carter County to the late Taylor and Viola Harmon Montgomery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Banner Montgomery; his brothers, John Rex Montgomery, George "Champ" Montgomery, Willard Montgomery and Glenn Montgomery; and four sisters, Stella Frances Fox, Lillian Nunley, Laura Alona Williams and Margie M. Ashley.

Raymond was a man who loved his God, country and family. Raymond was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church in Elizabethton. He retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service to his country – serving in Korea and the Vietnam and continued his dedication to his country by working at the Veterans Administration. He also enjoyed traveling, fishing and camping.

Those left to cherish his legacy include his daughter, Ramona Bing and husband Tim, of Ohio; two sons, Fernando Montgomery and wife Debbie, of Hampton and Eugene Montgomery, of PA; his foster daughter, Elaine Gregg Stamper and husband Harvey, of NC; three grandchildren, Nathan Montgomery, of Hampton, Renee Green and husband Richard, of Valley Forge and Beth Vargo and husband William, of Ohio; three great grandchildren; one sister, Vera Lou Lowe and husband Jim. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to celebrate and honor the life of Raymond Stewart Montgomery will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Sunday, August 18, 2019 in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Pastor Mark Fowler, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday.

The graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 PM on Monday, August 19, 2019 in the Walnut Mountain Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Arnold and Bob Johnson.

Raymond married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JONESBOROUGH - Mrs. Vera Montgomery Lowe, of Jonesborough, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2021, under the care of Ballad Hospice.
Born to the late James Taylor Montgomery and Martha Viola Harmon Montgomery in Roan Mountain, TN, Vera graduated class valedictorian of Cloudland High School in 1955.
Vera had lived her life in both Tennessee and Florida, where she loved teaching Sunday school. She was a warm person with a heart that loved children. Vera was also a skilled painter and accomplished quilter. Known for her love of cooking, Vera enjoyed preparing meals for guests and as gifts for those in need of a home-cooked meal.
In addition to her parents, Vera is preceded in death by seven brothers: John Ray Montgomery, James W. Montgomery, Elbert E. Montgomery, David A. Montgomery, Glen E. Montgomery, George W. Montgomery (Champ), Raymond Montgomery; five sisters: Lillian Montgomery Nunley, Marie Montgomery, Stella Montgomery Fox, Laura Montgomery Berry Williams, Margie Montgomery Ashley; one infant daughter, Melinda Dawn Eller.
Survivors include her husband James Lawson Lowe of Jonesborough; son Larry M. Eller (Rhonda) Jacksonville, FL; two stepsons: James L. Lowe, Jr. (Kim) Jonesborough, TN, John A. Lowe (Sue Ellen) Gray, TN; six grandchildren: Ashley Lowe Adams (Anthony) Jonesborough, Brandon Putnam, Jacksonville, FL, Kenny Eller (Rachel) Jacksonville, FL, John David Lowe, Emma Caroline Lowe, Sarah Katherine Lowe, Gray, TN; great-grandchildren: Ivie Putnam, Ellie Elizabeth Eller, Timothy Eller, all of Jacksonville, FL; numerous nieces and nephews.
The family of Vera Montgomery Lowe will receive friends from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Thursday, October 28, 2021 in the Tetrick Funeral Services Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM with Pastor Joel Cook and Dr. Mark Harrod officiating. The graveside committal service will be conducted at 2:00 PM at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

Vera married Larry Mack Daryl Eller on 5 Mar 1956 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Larry (son of Stanley Eller and Vada Norris) was born on 18 Sep 1933 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 19 Aug 2011 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vera married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hassie married John William "Johnnie" McKeehan on 17 Mar 1925 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. John (son of Henry Lewis McKeehan and Amanda F. Dugger) was born about 1907 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Nov 1970 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in McKeehan Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mr. Archie Arnett, 92, of Marion Branch Road, Elizabethton, died
Saturday, Dec. 18, 2004, in the James H. Quillen V.A. Medical Center
Hospital, Mountain Home, following a brief illness.

Mr. Arnett was a native of Carter County and a son of the late P. B. and Maude Williams Arnett. He was a World War II Army veteran, having served in the European Theatre. He was a retired employee of the United Telephone Company in Elizabethton with 29 years of service. He was of the Free Will Baptist faith. Mr. Arnett was a member of the Capt. Lynn H. Folsom V.F.W.
Post #2166 for more than 50 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vada Mann Arnett; five brothers, Fred Arnett, Orville Arnett, John Arnett, Bill Arnett and Wayne Arnett; and by one sister, Hassie McKeehan.

Survivors include one son, Richard R. Arnett, Elizabethton; three brothers, Henry Arnett, Rebecca, Ga., Dewey Arnett, Daytona Beach, Fla., and Herbert Arnett, Knoxville; three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, three half-sisters, Bertha Asher, Elizabethton, Mary Davis, Cornelius, N.C., and Linda McDaniels, Mooresville, N.C.; one half-brother, Ned Arnett, Kingsport; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service for Archie Arnett will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20, 2004, in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home with the Rev. Charlie Trivett officiating. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Military Honors will be accorded by Capt. Lynn H. Folsom V.F.W. Post #2166. Active pallbearers will be Kenneth Mann, Ted McKeehan, Bud McKeehan, Tony McKeehan, Jackie McKeehan and Bobby McKeehan. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Mann and Jimmy Dale Mann. The family will receive friends in the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Monday. Friends may call at the residence of the son, Richard R. Arnett, at any time. Everyone will meet at the funeral home at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery.

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Funeral services for Henry Arnett, 94, Fitzgerald, GA will be held Sunday, September 2, 2012 at 1:30 P.M. at Perry Funeral Chapel with burial to follow in the Snowridge Cemetery in Ashburn. Mr. Arnett died Thursday in Phoebe Dorminy Medical Center following a brief illness.

Mr. Arnett was born in Elizabethton, TN, the son of the late Petibone and Maude Williams Arnett. He was a retired automobile salesman in Orlando, FL. He served in the Army Air Force during World War II. He lived his adult life in Albany, GA and Orlando, FL, moving to Rebecca in 1986. He was the widower of Willie "Billie" Israel Sapp Arnett. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Fred Arnett, William Arnett, Wayne Arnett, Orville Arnett, Archie Arnett, and John Arnett, and his sister, Hassie McKeehan.

Mr. Arnett is survived by his son Tim (Lynn) Arnett, Homestead, FL; daughter Brenda (James) Arnett Darbyshire of Albany, GA, grandson Andrew Darbyshire of Brunswick, GA, his step son, Johnny (Audrey) Sapp, Leesburg, GA and two step daughters: Beverly Barlow, Rebecca, GA and Rosenia Lausing, Fitzgerald, GA. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and his brothers, Herbert Arnett, Knoxville, TN and Dewey "Ted" Arnett, Daytona Beach, FL.

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PORT ORANGE, Fla. — Dewey Arnett and his wife, Dorothy Knox Arnett, will be laid to rest in their native Tennessee.
Dewey Arnett was born in Carter County to Pettibone and Maude Williams Arnett. Dorothy Arnett was born in Cumberland County to Gooden and Mary Ford Knox. Both died peacefully in a nursing home in Port Orange, Fla., after enjoying 67 years of devoted marriage. Dorothy died on January 21, 2016 at age 89 and Dewey on March 9, 2016 at age 96.
Dorothy is survived by Bob Field and wife Wanda and a host of other family members.
Dewey was preceded in death by brothers, Fred, Orville, Archie, John, Henry, Bill and Wayne, and sister, Hassie Arnett McKeehan.
He is survived by one brother, Herb Arnett; half brother, Ned Arnett; half sisters, Mary Belle Arnett Davis, Linda Arnett McDaniel and Bertha Arnett Asher; and many nieces and nephews.
Both Dewey and Dot were avid pilots and being instrument rated, flew their plane in many competitions with Dot having many trophies in her bookcase.
Dewey was a WWII vet, serving four years in the Army Air Corps in the European Theater. Upon discharge he entered the University of Tennessee and received his degree in vocational agriculture with a teacher's certificate in 1949. He received his master's degree from Indiana University shortly thereafter. Dewey taught high school vocational agriculture in southern Indiana until his retirement at age 65.
During WWII, Dot worked in the Secret City, Oak Ridge, Tenn., helping with the Manhattan Project. After marriage, Dorothy worked many years for a leading mortgage company in Louisville, Ky., supervising the Southern Indiana branch and was the only licensed employee qualified to close on VA and FHA loans.
Friends are invited to join family at a graveside service with full Military Honors on Thursday, March 24, at 10:45 a.m. at the VA National Cemetery at Mountain Home, Johnson City, Tenn., officiated by Lay Minister, Deacon and nephew of Dewey Arnett, Tony McKeehan.

Fred married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Floyd married Bernice Jones on 26 Sep 1946 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Bernice (daughter of Clarence H. Jones and Agnus Banner) was born on 5 Apr 1928 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 2 Feb 2016 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Arthur married Betty Jean Mathis on 8 Feb 1946 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Betty (daughter of Eli Mathis and Zelma Alice Costner) was born on 25 Jun 1928 in Cocke County, , , Tennessee; died on 29 Mar 2012 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mrs. Ves-tene Stin-son, 90, John-son City, passed away on Mon-day, May 25, 2015, at John-son City Med-i-cal Center.
A na-tive of Wash-ing-ton County, she was the daugh-ter of the late Al-bert and Sarah Crowe White-head. Mrs. Stin-son was a mem-ber of Berea Free-will Bap-tist Church, John-son City, and at-tended Mil-li-gan Free-will Bap-tist Church, John-son City.
She was a lov-ing wife, moma, ma-maw, sis-ter, aunt and friend. A won-der-ful cook, gar-dener and seam-stress, she al-ways found the good in ev-ery-one and ev-ery-thing.
In ad-di-tion to her par-ents, Mrs. Stin-son is pre-ceded in death by her hus-band, Samuel Stin-son; a son, Sammy Stin-son; a daugh-ter, Kim Stin-son; two broth-ers, Art-hor and Ed; and one sis-ter, Irene.
Those left to cher-ish her mem-ory in-clude her son and daugh-ter-in-law, Benny and Sheila Stin-son and her daugh-ter and son-in-law, Su-san and Jeff Tay-lor; two sis-ters, Mit-tie Huf-f-ine and Mary Ruth McKee; and her grand-chil-dren, Anita, De-wayne, Glynn, Lisa, Shei-lan, Rob-bie, Kevin, Travis, Nerissa, Meghan, Seth, Ash-ley, Derek, Mar-lie, Shel-bie, So-phie, Rhi-ley and Sami.
A Cel-e-bra-tion of Life Ser-vice will be held at 8:00 PM on Thurs-day, May 28, 2015, at Tet-rick Funeral & Cre-ma-tion Ser-vices, John-son City, with Pas-tor Mark Street and Pas-tor Jerry Stout of-fi-ci-at-ing. Mu-sic will be pro-vided by Beth-any Mar-tin.
The fam-ily will re-ceive friends to share mem-o-ries at the fu-neral home from 6:00 PM un-til the ser-vice at 8:00 PM.
A Grave-side Ser-vice will be held 10:30 AM on Fri-day, May 29, 2015, at Bar-nett Ceme-tery. At-tend-ees are asked to meet at the cem-e-tery at 10:20 AM. Pall-bear-ers will be grand-sons.

Delia married Harvey George Pearce about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Harvey was born on 8 Nov 1913 in Ontario, , , Canada; died on 2 May 1974 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Emma married Leon C. Pruitt on 18 Nov 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Leon was born on 7 Nov 1923 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Nov 1991 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY- Hassie B. Campbell, 98, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at the Agape Nursing Home.

Mrs. Campbell was a member of True Gospel FWB Church in Johnson City.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Monroe and Ida Bennett, husband, Lawrence Campbell, daughters; Delores Campbell, and Peggy Campbell Hughes, five brothers; Lester, Cecil, Monroe, Burnett, and Rev. Charlie Bennett.

She is survived by her daughter, Betty Sexton, four grandchildren, nephew, William Bennett, niece, Carolyn Nickles, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services for Mrs. Campbell will be Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 1:30 P.M. in the chapel of Woodall Anderson Dugger Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Deaton officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until the service hour.

Graveside services will follow the service at Monte Vista Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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William Byron "Bill" Marsh, 84, died Sunday, February 1, 2009 at Life Care Center East in Greeneville, Tennessee. He was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church in Maryville. Mr. Marsh was a long time automobile salesman for Roger's Cadillac in Knoxville. He served with the Army National Guard and the Merchant Marine during World War II. He and his wife Louise were both founding members of The Gatlinburg Highland Games. For the last several years, Mr. Marsh was a regular member of the Roby Fitzgerald Adult Bridge Club of Greeneville. He was born August 19, 1924, son of the late William B. and Corinthia Hyder Marsh of Elizabethton and was preceded in death by sisters and brothers-in-law, Lewis and Peggy Merryman and Jim and Hazel Clear all of Elizabethton. He was a widower of Louise Leith Marsh, who passed away November 23, 2000. Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Norman and Ruth Anne Marsh of Farragut and William Brownlow "Brownie" Marsh of Maryville; one daughter and son-in-law, Amanda "Mandy" and Mike Franklin of Greeneville; six grandchildren, Billy Havik of Playa del Carman, Mexico, Elaine Marsh Peterson of Richmond, Virginia, Hannah Franklin Kirkpatrick of Greeneville, Leith Marsh of Knoxville, Alex Franklin of Knoxville, and Chuck Marsh of Farragut; four great-grandchildren; Nathan, Mary-Kensley, and Olivia Peterson of Richmond, and Sutton Kirkpatrick of Greeneville; one niece and family, Cathy Clear and Pete Ross and daughters, Holly and Annie Ross all of Elizabethton; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert "Bud" and Nancy Thomas and the Late Jerry Allen and Lori Hoffman Thomas all of Elizabethton; one sister-in-law, Julia Leith "Judy" Hartel of Lake Charles, Louisiana, deceased, and children Kent Hartel and Leith Hewitt both of Texas; many special nieces and nephews; two cousins, Edna Carrington of Kingston, and Gaye McCulloch of Elizabethton; special friends, Matilda "Tid" Bowen and Matilda Green both of Greeneville; and special caregivers, Life Care Center East of Greeneville and Martha Brown of Chucky. A graveside service and interment will be held at 4:00 PM on Wednesday February 4, 2009 at Happy Valley Memorial Park in Elizabethton, pallbearers will be Mike and Bud Thomas and honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth H. "Bucky" Howard Jr., Trevor Peterson, George Pate, Haynes Elliot, Tom Hawkins, Pete Ross and Donald Mason. The family will receive friends from Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville.

William married Louise Leath about 1946. Louise was born about 1925; died on 23 Nov 2000. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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DANDRIDGE - Paul Scalf, 78, Dandridge, Tennessee, passed away Friday, June 23, 2017 at the residence of his daughter Sonia Jeanice Banner, Hampton after an eight month illness.

A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Roy Scalf & Alma Montgomery Scalf Banner. He was a graduate of Hampton High School. He had owned and operated Scalf's Wholesale Bait in Dandridge for thirty years. Paul was a member of Hampton Masonic Lodge # 750, Scottish rite and Shriner. He was a member of Union Baptist Church, Hampton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years: Joan Shaw Scalf, a granddaughter: Rachel Ann Scalf, a daughter-in-law: Genia Scalf, one sister: Marie Bussink, and four brothers: Hampy, Jimmy, Pat & Glenn Scalf.

Survivors in addition to his daughter Sonia include two sons: Anthony Scalf, Hampton and Wesley Scalf, Dandridge. His Grandchildren: Linda Clawson, John Paul Scalf, both of Hampton, Joy Truman, Charlie Scalf both of Jonesborough, Jason Scalf , Jesse Scalf, Dandridge. His great grandchildren: Rachel Nelson, Ayden Scalf, Patsy Ann Scalf, Billie Jean Scalf all of Hampton, Jakob Smelcer, Harlee Truman both of Jonesborough, Jason Scalf II, Anzley Scalf, Paislee Scalf all of Dandridge. His Sisters: Lorraine Campbell, Elizabethton and Jean Potter of Maryland. Several nieces & nephews. His special friends: Sam & Barbara Grindstaff.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Monday, June 26, 2017 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Ronnie Campbell officiation Interment will follow in the Union Baptist Church Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be: Jimmy Scalf, Kevin Scalf, Michael Scalf, Josh Shankle, Robert Clawson, Mike Wallen, Joe Waycaster and Eddie Julian. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Johnny Bradshaw, Clifford Gobble and John Wallen.

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Steven Glen Scalf Sr., 74, of Roan Mountain, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2016, at his home.
Mr. Scalf was a native of Carter County, Tenn. He was a graduate of Hampton High School and was a plumber.
He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Scalf, and his mother, Alma Montgomery Scalf Banner, both of Carter County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Hempy Joe Scalf, Pat Scalf and Jimmy Scalf, and a sister, Marie Bussink.
Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Scalf; two sons, Chris Scalf and Steven Scalf Jr., both of Maryland; a step-daughter, Dawn L. Kennedy of Florida; three grandchildren, Justin, Brian and Olivia Scalf, all of Maryland; and two step-grandchildren, Breyana and Brooklyn Kennedy of Florida. He is also survived by two sisters, Jean Potter of Maryland and Lorraine Campbell of Tennessee; a brother, Paul Scalf of Tennessee; a special nephew, Michael Scalf; and two special friends, Shirley Cornett and Frank Highsmith, both of Tennessee. He will be especially missed by his furry baby, cat Shadow Scalf.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday, November 5, at Memorial Funeral Chapel. The family will begin receiving friends at 2 p.m. The graveside service and interment will follow the service at Clarktown Cemetery in Roan Mountain.

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ELIZABETHTON - Lynn Montgomery, age 75, of Elizabethton, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. Lynn was born in Roan Mountain, Tennessee to the late George “Champ” Montgomery and Anna Mae Heaton Montgomery. In addition to his parents, Lynn was also preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Montgomery and an infant brother, James Roscoe Montgomery.

Lynn was a retiree of Kennametal Industries where he worked as a mechanic. He was a United States Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam Era. Lynn was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church and enjoyed watching NASCAR racing, farming and using his tractor, but spending time with his family was the most important part of his life.

Those left to remember and cherish Lynn’s memory include his wife of 54 years, Betty (Jenkins) Montgomery of the home; his son, Jeff (Margaret) Montgomery of Johnson City; his daughter, Tina (David) Whitehead of Elizabethton; two grandchildren, Whitney (Logan) Buckles and Josh Hyatt; one great grandson, Luke Buckles; one sister, Marie Moody of Blowing Rock, NC; a sister-in-law, Jean Montgomery of Elizabethton and a special sister-in-law, Nell Jenkins also of Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A time for friends to sign the guest register book and pay their respects will be conducted from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM on Thursday, April 6, 2023 and from 8:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Friday, April 7, 2023 at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton.

A graveside service to honor and celebrate Lynn’s life will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Friday, April 7, 2023 at Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Section) with Reverend Mark Fowler officiating. Military honors will be accorded at the graveside. Active pallbearers will be Jeff Montgomery, David Whitehead, Logan Buckles, David Harrison, Shannon Burchett, Scott Montgomery and Andy Anderson. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Holdren, Larry Vaughn, Doc Isaacs, Don Williams and Roger Pack.

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Larry Mack Daryl Eller, 78, Elizabethton passed away Friday August 19, 2011 at his residence.
A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Stanley and Vada Norris Eller. Larry was a 1950 graduate of Happy Valley High School. He was a retired employee of Fleming Food, Johnson City. He was of the Baptist Faith. Larry served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Carter County Hunting and Fishing Club, Dashiell Masonic Lodge # 238 and the American Legion Post 49.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter: Belinda Eller, Two Sisters: Gladys Meredith and Belva Lee Cox.
Survivors include his wife of 26 years: Lola Henley Eller, Three Daughters: Phyllis Wheatley, Glenda Davis and husband Glenn and Claudia Cooper all of Greenville, Tenn. Three Sons: Larry Eller II, Jacksonville, Florida, Mark S. Eller, Columbia, South Carolina, and David Banner and wife Tracy, Massapequa, New York. Two Granddaughters: Megan Eller and Morgan Eller. One Grandson: Kenny Eller. One Great Granddaughter: Karissa.
Graveside Service and Interment will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Happy Valley Memorial Park.
Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion & Tennessee National Guard.

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JOHNSON CITY - Ted McKeehan, 87, of Johnson City, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 18, 2021, at Franklin Woods Hospital following a courageous battle with Leukemia. He was born on November 30, 1934, to the late John McKeehan Sr. and Hassie Arnett McKeehan.
In addition to his parents, Ted was preceded in death by a sister, Rada Perry; brothers, Louis and Terry McKeehan; and sister-in-law, Rita McKeehan.
Ted was a faithful member of Central Baptist Church in Johnson City.
Ted graduated from Happy Valley High School in 1953 and attended Milligan College. He proudly served in the United States Army for two years and the Army Reserves for seven years.
Mr. McKeehan was employed for 25 years at North American Rayon and retired as Plant Manager from PB&S/Brenntag Chemical.
He was involved with fund raising and coordinating for Habitat for Humanity.
Ted was an avid golfer, Tennessee Vols fan, and a gardener. He was also very active in sports, serving as a High School TSSAA Basketball official for 35 years and 21 years at the college level serving in the NAIA, NCAA Division I & II. Additionally, he was a high school Assigning Officer for 10 years. He played fast pitch softball until the age of 35. He also coached Elizabethton Babe Ruth Baseball for 14 years.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 30 years, Mary Elizabeth Ward McKeehan of the home; sons, Teddy Wayne and Eddie Eugene (Sherry); daughters, Sherry Ann Hunt (Dave) and Lorri Carver (Ronnie); grandchildren, Brandi Forbes, Whitney Forbes, and Matthew Carver; great-grandchildren, Logan Deakins, Chevy Carver, and Paislee McDonald; sisters, Nancy Verran (Don) and Betty Archer (Ron); brothers, William “Bud” (Loretta), Tony (Jane), Jackie (Kim), and Bobby (Devonna); several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Albert Spaller.
Due to Covid precautions, a graveside service and interment will be conducted at Shell Cemetery (225 Methodist Church St, Piney Flats, TN 37686) at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, December 21, 2021, under the direction of Dr. Tommy Hood, Senior Pastor.

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ELIZABETHTON — Rada Belle McKeehan Perry, 76, Elizabethton, a loving, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on Friday, January 15, 2016, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital.

A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late John McKeehan, Sr. and Hassie Arnett McKeehan. Mrs. Perry was a 1957 graduate of Happy Valley High School. She was employed as a clerk at the South Elizabethton Utility District.

She was a member of the Oak Grove Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Perry; infant daughter, Julie Perry; and two brothers, Terry McKeehan and Louis McKeehan.

Survivors include two daughters. Debbie Perry Lenden and husband Kevin and Stephanie Perry Nanney and husband David, all of Elizabethton; four grandchildren, Aaron Lenden, Jessica Lenden Holt and husband Forrest, Victoria Nanney, and Vanessa Nanney all of Elizabethton; two great grandchildren, Alayna Holt and Brayden Holt; several nieces & nephews; her sisters, Nancy Verran and husband Don, Johnson City, and Betty Archer and husband Ron, Jonesborough; five brothers, Bud McKeehan and wife Loretta, Elizabethton and Ted McKeehan and wife Mary, Johnson City, Jackie McKeehan and wife Kim, Gray, Tony McKeehan and wife Jane, Johnson City and Bobby McKeehan and wife Devonia, Elizabethton; two half brothers, John McKeehan and Charlie McKeehan both of Elizabethton; her half sister, Lennie Ellis and husband Frank, Elizabethton; several nieces & nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2016, in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Dr. Ted Thomas.

Interment will follow in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers will be, Grandsons, Brothers and Brothers-in-law.

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ELIZABETHTON - Mr. Cecil H. Whitehead, age 77, of Elizabethton, TN passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at his residence.

A lifelong resident of Carter County, he was the son of the late Fred. N and Ida L. Moore Whitehead. He retired from the Elizabethton Housing Authority in the Maintenance Department. Mr. Whitehead was a member of Valley Forge Freewill Baptist Church and he was a member of the Moose Lodge and the Elks Club.

Those left to cherish his memory include a brother, Allen Whitehead, Watauga; three sisters, Doris Morgan, Elizabethton, Norma Jean Tolley, Hampton and Virginia Moore, Elizabethton and a special friend, Annis Deal, Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A graveside service to honor the life of Mr. Cecil H. Whitehead will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 20, 2018 in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Rev. Charlie Trivette officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Everyone attending the graveside service is asked to meet at Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services at 10:15 A.M. on Thursday to go in procession to the cemetery.

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JOHNSON CITY - Mr. Ronda Wayne Whitehead, age 69, of Johnson City, TN went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 22, 2017 at the residence of his daughter following an extended illness.

A native of Carter County, he was the son of the late Floyd and Bernice Jones Whitehead. He retired from Kysor Panel and he was a member of King Springs Baptist Church. He loved to go to the flea market, fish, mow the yard and his part-time job at the Senior's Center.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sierra Waycaster and two sisters, Dorothy Smith and Sandra Wandell. Those left to cherish his memory include two daughters, Amy Jones and husband Tom, Elizabethton and Susan Whitehead, Johnson City; a grandson, Hunter Jones, Elizabethton; a sister, Carolyn Perry and husband Norman, Jasper, TN; a brother, Wade Whitehead and wife Ellen, Elizabethton; an uncle, Claud Jones and wife Dare, Elizabethton; his special friend and side-kick, Joe Carrier and his special lady friend, Karen Nicopulos. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to honor the life of Mr. Ronda Wayne Whitehead will be conducted at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, September 24, 2017 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Jerry Cornett and Rev. Kenneth Grindstaff officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. on Sunday prior to the service. Graveside service and interment will follow the funeral service in Bennett Cemetery, Dennis Cove Road, Hampton, TN. Active pallbearers will be nephews.

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Wade Vaughn Whitehead, 70, Elizabethton, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021, at Bristol Regional Hospital.
A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Floyd and Bernice Jones Whitehead.
Wade was a graduate of Hampton High School. He served in the United States Army. Wade was retired as a carpet installer. He was a member of the Elizabethton Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Becky; a brother, Ronda Whitehead; and two sisters, Dorothy Smith and Sandra Wandell.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Ellen Jones Whitehead; two sons, Jason (Christal) Whitehead and Joshua Whitehead; five grandchildren, Madison Whitehead, Eli Whitehead, Sadie Whitehead, Shelby (Matthew) Cagle and Maddison Sheets; a sister, Carolyn (Norman) Perry; several nieces and nephews; and his very special friend, Rick Hatley.
The graveside service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 8, in the Bennett Cemetery, Dennis Cove, with Minister Todd Houston officiating. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Dorothy married Larry Ray Smith about 1974 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Larry (son of Walter Ray Smith and Ruby Reece) was born on 25 Nov 1942 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 31 Jan 2016 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Larry Grant Whitehead, 70, Gray, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at his residence. A native of Johnson City, he was a son of the late Arthur Jackson Whitehead and Betty Mathis Whitehead Jeans.

Mr. Whitehead was preceded in death by his loving wife of 34 years Donna Austin Whitehead. Larry graduated from Science Hill High School class of '65 and proudly served in the National Guard. He also worked at Eastman Chemical Company for 27 years until his retirement. From there he acquired his license to be a general contractor where he designed and built houses throughout the Tri– Cities such as Lake Ridge, Preston Park, and Rivermont subdivisions. Everyone knew him by his blue MGB that he drove.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Tatia Dovie Whitehead; son, Eric Grant Whitehead; and a granddaughter; Britni Lynn Whitehead, four sisters, Sharon Smith, Sheila Goins, Becky Doggott, and Nancy Hall, three brothers; Artie, Gary, and Steve Whitehead.

A graveside service for Mr. Whitehead will be held at East Tennessee Cemetery at 2:00 PM on Sunday September 11, 2016 with Pastor Clinton Andrews officiating. Friends and family are serving as pallbearers. Attendees are asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:50 PM.

Larry married Donna Austin about 1968 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Donna was born about 1946 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died before 2016. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Nancy Whitehead Hall passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 surrounded by her loving family at Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Johnson City, TN, she was a caring and loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a homemaker, an amazing cook and cake decorator. She could brighten up anyone's day with her cheerful smile and uplifting personality.

Nancy was preceded in death by her father and mother Arthur and Betty Whitehead and two brothers, Larry Whitehead, Artie Whitehead. She is survived by daughters Nikki Shell, and Melanie Baker and husband Mason; Grandchildren, Samantha Hammett, Ricky and Zachary Shell and Aria Baker; Sister’s, Sharon Smith, Sheila Goins and husband John, and Becky Doggett and husband Denny; brother’s, Steve Whitehead and wife Fran, and Gary Whitehead; along with many nieces and nephews; and lifelong friend and father of her children, Scott McInturff.

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JOHNSON CITY - Arthur "Artie" Jackson Whitehead, Jr. of Johnson City, TN passed away on Saturday, July 13 at home.

He was born on October 20, 1953 to late Arthur Whitehead Sr. and the late Betty Mathis Whitehead in Johnson City Tennessee.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; his older brother, Larry Whitehead; and his grandson, Max Spears.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Whitehead of Jonesborough, TN; his daughter, Jennifer Whitehead Spears and Roger Spears and two grandchildren, Brittnee Nave and Roger Spears Jr. of Johnson City, TN; four sisters, Sharon Smith of Johnson City, Sheila and John Goins of Huntsville, AL, Becky and Denny Doggett of Mount Pleasant, NC and Nancy and Al Hall of Johnson City, TN; and two brothers, Steve and Fran Whitehead of Johnson City, TN and Gary and Cora Whitehead of Erwin, TN; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.

Artie was employed at several places in his lifetime. First at Interstate Foundry, before going on to work at Allied Piping briefly, and then for City of Johnson City for over 20 years reading water meters.

In his free time Artie enjoyed going to festivals with his wife and loved his cats and dogs as his other children. Anyone who met him was instantly drawn to his happy and sweet personality.

A Celebration of Life to honor Artie is planned for September.

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Richard Tyler Pearce, 82, Elizabethton, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at the Hillview Health Center following an extended illness. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Harvey & Delia Campbell Pearce. Mr. Pearce served in the United States Air Force. He was a Homebuilder. He was a man of faith loved his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Rick Pearce, one sister: Betty Thompson and two brothers: Kenneth & Charles Pearce. He was a member of Hunter First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years: June Carver Pearce. Two daughters: Deborah Jestes and Barbara Blevins, both of Elizabethton, one son: Mark Pearce & wife Diane, Johnson City. His grandchildren: Darkus Bowers, Jameila Davis, Richard Pearce, Christy Osborne, Matt Pearce, Nichole Webb and Jonathan Pearce. Several Great Grandchildren. A brother: William Pearce, Johnson City. Several nieces & nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday in Memorial Funeral Chapel. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2019, in Highland Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Grandchildren.

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PINEY FLATS - Patricia Ann Warren, age 72, of Piney Flats, TN, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at her residence. She was born in Elizabethton, Tennessee, a daughter of the late Leon Clyde and Emma Lee Campbell Pruitt.

Patricia worked as a manager at K-Mart and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She was of the Baptist faith. She loved to travel and loved to watch her granddaughter run track at Carson Newman University.

She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-four years, Don Warren; one son, Jim Warren and wife Holly, of Piney Flats, TN; one granddaughter, Jennifer Warren, of Piney Flats, TN; one brother, Jerry Pruitt and wife Nancy, of Elizabethton, TN; one sister, Nadine Forbes and husband Randy, of Elizabethton, TN; one brother-in-law, Jerry Warren and wife Retha, of Athens, WV; one sister-in-law, Phyllis Hamilton, of Tallahassee, FL; one niece, Amanda Taylor and husband Patrick, of Elizabethton, TN; and one nephew, Wes Buckner and wife Megan, of Elizabethton, TN.

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JOHNSON CITY — Teddy Wayne McKeehan, 65, of Milligan College, Tenn., passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022, following a courageous battle with COVID. He was born on June 10, 1956, to the late Ted McKeehan and Doris Walker McKeehan.
In addition to his parents, Teddy was preceded in death by Maxie Patton McKeehan, his college sweetheart to whom he was married for over 30 years.
After graduating from Happy Valley High School in 1974, Teddy played basketball at Steed College and received his BS in History from East Tennessee State University.
After teaching history and coaching basketball for a few years in Cherokee County, Ga., and seven years at Volunteer High School in Church Hill, Tenn., he and his late wife started McKeehan Lawn Service, which he ran for 37 years.
Teddy Wayne loved sports and was a diehard Florida Gator football fan. He also enjoyed playing golf with his brother, sister-in-law, uncles, and late father. Teddy was usually willing to go anywhere and do anything as long as it got him out of the house, but especially if it was a trip to Freddy’s for a turtle sundae. Every winter, he enjoyed taking extended trips to Las Vegas and Florida. For his talents in basketball, football, and track, he was inducted into the Happy Valley and Carter County Sports Halls of Fame in 2021. He was loved by all who met him.
Those left to cherish his memory include his brother, Eddie Eugene (Sherry); sister, Sherry Ann Hunt (Dave); nieces, Brandi Forbes, Whitney Forbes and Megan Patton; nephew, Seth Patton; great-niece, Logan Deakins; stepmother, Mary; stepsister, Lorri (Ronnie) Carver; mother-in-law, Wanda Patton; brother-in-law, Jeff Patton (Teresa); aunts, Nancy Verran (Don) and Betty Archer (Ron); uncles, William “Bud” (Loretta), Tony (Jane), Jackie (Kim), Bobby (Devonna) and Howard “Bud” (Phyllis); and girlfriend, Kim Rowe.
Due to health and safety concerns, services will be private. Teddy will be buried at Patton-Simmons Cemetery in Johnson City. Honorary pallbearers will include Teddy Wayne’s brother and uncles.

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