Zephaniah McCoury

Zephaniah married Jane "Jenny" Phillips about 1826 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Jane was born about 1810 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina; died about 1890 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; was buried in Zeph McCoury Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Malcolm married Lucinda Hampton about 1848 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Lucinda was born on 11 Nov 1830 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 12 Aug 1903 in North Carolina, , , ; was buried in Zeph McCoury Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eliza married Clayton Reeves McInturff about 1856 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Clayton was born on 26 Sep 1835 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 17 Mar 1916 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; was buried in Academy Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Tilmon married Margaret J. McCoury on 8 Mar 1866 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Margaret (daughter of Andrew J. McCoury and Sarah C. Wilhite) was born in Feb 1852 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Milton married Susanah Roberts about 1870 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Susanah was born on 24 Apr 1844 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 31 Dec 1922 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; was buried in McCoury Family Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rebecca married Raburn Peterson on 8 Jan 1871 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Raburn (son of William A. Peterson and Alisa (Peterson)) was born about 1850 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Ina Mae Peterson on 6 Sep 1896 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Ina (daughter of Moses Peterson and Naoma (Peterson)) was born about 1878 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Sarah married John Sanders Pritchard about 1894 in North Carolina, , , . John was born in Aug 1866 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Isom married Julia Erwin about 1893 in Rowan County, , , North Carolina. Julia (daughter of Robert Alexander Erwin and Eliza G. Snider) was born on 12 Mar 1871 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 5 Dec 1947 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McCourys Rock Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Tennessee married Seth F. Griffith about 1906 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. Seth was born about 1888 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Date married Martin Alexander Erwin on 10 May 1913 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Martin (son of George Michael Erwin and Mary Katharine Lockner) was born on 12 Feb 1892 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 8 Dec 1928 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McCoury's Rock Fw Baptist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Mittie Renfro. Mittie was born about 1889 in Mecklenburg County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Cora E. McCoury. Cora (daughter of Dock M. McCoury and Trissie Honeycutt) was born on 20 Jul 1893 in Mecklenburg County, , , North Carolina; died on 7 Jul 1923 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alfred married Carrie Bethel Webb about 1893 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Carrie was born on 4 Feb 1910 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 20 Aug 1986 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina; was buried in Zach McCoury Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Garrett married Ida Belle Sorrels about 1898 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Ida was born on 3 Oct 1881 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 25 Nov 1958 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina; was buried in McCoury Family Cemetery, , Yancey County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Myrtle married Bascomb Boyd Hoilman about 1926 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. Bascomb (son of Charlie Hoilman and Hattie Bailey) was born on 17 May 1903 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 30 Oct 1967 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; was buried in Bailey Memorial Cemetery, , Mitchell County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Tilman married Fastha Jones about 1908 in North Carolina, , , . Fastha was born about 1886 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Tilman married Ora Burleson on 10 Jul 1915 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Ora (daughter of Charles Wesley Burleson and Jane Elizabeth Tipton) was born about 1899 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Zelzah married Minnie Jo McKinney on 20 Sep 1924 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Minnie (daughter of Waitsel Marion "Waits" McKinney and Alice J. Biddix) was born on 28 Mar 1900 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 16 Oct 1997 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McCourys Rock Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Willard Lenoir Tipton. Willard was born on 26 Jun 1904 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 7 Feb 1992 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Robert Dungan Brumitt. Robert (son of Absolom Buster Brumitt and Alice Roberta "Bertie" Smith) was born about 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died about 1973 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mamie Belle McCurry, 83 of Burnsville, NC, died October 18, 2015 at her home in Asheville, NC after a short battle with cancer.

She was the daughter of the late Alfred Hicks McCourry and Carrie Webb McCourry. She was preceded in death by a sister Enlala McCourry, three brothers Zack Mccurry, Lloyd McCurry, and Ellis "Bud" McCurry, and a son Richard Eugene "Pudge" McCurry.

Surviving are one son Alfred McCurry of Asheville, NC and a daughter Norma McCracken and husband John of Burnsville, NC. Two grandchildren Joseph McCurry of Clemson, SC and Valerie Mcelrath of Candler, NC, and three great grandchildren.

She has requested to be cremated and no service to be held.

Ola married Elzie Frazier McCurry on 23 Jul 1922 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Elzie (son of Cornelius James McCoury and Margaret Ruetta Hampton) was born on 3 Mar 1901 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 13 Jun 1957 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Urbana Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Otho married Georgia Laws on 17 May 1925 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Georgia (daughter of Frankie (Laws)) was born about 1903 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ronald married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mozella Hoilman Burks, age 85, of Michigan, passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2018 in Southgate, MI.

A native of Erwin, Mozella is a daughter of the late Bascom Boyd and Myrtle Marie (McCurry) Hoilman. She was a Teamster for Pepsi Cola Company and enjoyed crafts and sewing. In addition to her parents, Mozella is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willie Burks, Jr. and four brothers, Ronald, Uvaughn, Harold and Michael Hoilman.

Mozella Hoilman Burks has left behind to cherish her memory: Daughter: Pat Raths and husband, Floyd; Sons: Djerl Shultz and wife, Anita, Dennis Burks and wife, Tami; Sisters: June Crouch and husband, Clyde, Doris Riddle and husband, Gary; Shirley Garland and husband, Gerald, Judy Wyant and husband, Ron, Gail Lamb; Brothers: Douglas Hoilman and wife, Ann, Donald Hoilman; Four grandchildren; Several great-grandchildren; Numerous nieces and nephews; Special nephew: Michael Hoilman.

The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Mozella Hoilman Burks in a funeral service to be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, July 7, 2018 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Bishop John Edwards will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 10:00 AM and continue until service time on Saturday. A graveside committal service will follow the 12:00 PM funeral service in Evergreen Cemetery.

Aretis married Richard C. Buchanan on 13 Apr 1936 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Richard (son of Eden Vanderbilt Buchanan and Martha McKinney) was born on 5 Apr 1915 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 26 Jun 2004 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McCoury's Rock Fw Baptist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Eunice Nellie McCoury, age 94, of Senia, passed away on Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, at Brooks- Howell Home in Asheville, NC. She was born on June 1, 1925, in Avery County, to the late Minnie “Jo” and Zelzah McCoury.

Eunice taught elementary school for more than 30 years for the Avery County School System. She enjoyed playing the piano and served as pianist at several churches. Eunice was a dedicated Christian and loved eating out with her friends.

Eunice is survived by numerous cousins.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, in the Chapel at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home in Newland.

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JOHNSON CITY - Richard Wayne “Dick” Brumit, 75, of Johnson City, died Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Johnson City, son of the late R. D. Sr. and Ailene McCurry Brumit.

Richard was an active partner in The Brumit Company. The Brumit Company a real estate leasing and development firm has been in the East Tennessee area for the past 30 years. In his earlier years, Richard was active in the family business operating supermarkets and convenience stores.

In addition to his parents, a niece Leanna Stump also preceded him in death.

Survivors include his brother and sister-in-law, R. D. “Bob” Brumit, Jr. and Phyllis B. of Johnson City, a niece and her husband, Jessica B. and Hunter Burleson of Piney Flats. His sister, Rebecca Brumit Watson and niece, Emily Watson, nephew and his wife, Evan D. and Taylor Wyatt Watson all of Lawton, OK; several cousins.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 19, 2020 from 3:00 pm until 4:00 pm at Morris-Baker Funeral Home, a funeral service will follow in the Oak Chapel at 4:00 pm under the direction of Rev. Jim Cambron and Evan D. Watson. A committal service will be conducted in the Monte Vista Memorial Park on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 11:00 am. Family and friends are asked to assemble by 10:50 am. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

John married Kathleen Broyles on 2 Dec 1944 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. Kathleen (daughter of Ross Andrew Broyles and Chloie C. Walters) was born about 1923 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; died on 2 May 2021 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Maple Lawn Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jay married Ruth Ayers about 1942. Ruth was born on 21 Mar 1921 in Wise County, , , Virginia; died on 18 Mar 2019 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mary Frances McCurry Ayers passed away at her residence on August 15, 2018 after a brief illness.

"Frances" was born on December 18, 1926 and was a life-long resident of Johnson City. She was the daughter of the late Georgie McCurry Garland and step-father, Vallee B. Garland. Also preceding her in death were her son-in-law, Dr. Fuad Ibrahim; Brothers; Jay, Jack and James; Sister; June McCurry Britt and nephew, Danny McCurry.

Her life's greatest accomplishment was the 72- year marriage to her surviving husband, James. She received much joy from her loving children, Mary Lynn Ayers-Ibrahim of Prescott, Arizona and son, Larry C. Ayers of Tucson, Arizona.

In addition to her children, she leaves behind her grandchildren, Jennifer Ayers Hopper (J.R.) of Phoenix, Arizona and grandson, Gregory T. Ayers (April) of Charlotte, North Carolina. Her great-grandchildren loved their "mam-maw". She was simply "the best" to Landry, Caden, Tanner and Mason Ayers all of Charlotte, N.C. and Adriana, Caitlin and Wesley Hopper of Phoenix, Arizona. She is also survived by a half- brother, Harold Garland of Unicoi and sister-in-law Ruth McCurry of Johnson City. Special Nieces, Gail Hicks, Jawina Fagan, Cindy Ayers, Linda Smith, Lisa Shepherd, Lea Ford, Bobbye Webb and Elaine Burleson. Special Nephews, Kent Ayers, Jimmy Ayers, Gary McCurry and Terry McCurry. And a very special and loving friend of over 70 years, Evelyn Williams.

Frances was the strong matriarch of the Ayers family. She was always available to listen and give objective advice when needed. She was kind and compassionate and hoped that everyone would love and be respectful of one another. She will definitely be the keeper of the gardens in heaven. She loved her flower gardens and every flower, plant and tree thrived in her care. She enjoyed cooking and loved cooking for her family and friends. She attended Otterbein United Methodist Church. Her faith was very important to her and she loved her church and her church family.

The celebration of life service will be held on Monday, August 20, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Tetrick Funeral Services in Johnson City. The receiving of friends will be held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. A committal service to follow at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Family/Spouse: James Arley Ayers. James (son of Calvin Jerome Ayers and Agnes Pearce) was born on 27 Mar 1926 in , Yancey County, North Carolina, ; died on 7 Jul 2022 in , Washington County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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UNICOI - Brenda Kay Hoilman, age 60, passed away on September 11, 2019, at the Johnson City Medical Center.

She was born and raised in Erwin, TN. Brenda was a beautiful person inside and out. She loved her precious dog Toby, hummingbirds, and the University of Tennessee Volunteers.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs., Ronald Lewis Hoilman; and her brother Mike Hoilman. She will be remembered as a shining light to those of us that knew her in the community.

Brenda's close friends, Nick and Kelly Senn, are planning a Celebration of Life service in her honor..

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Yvonne Buchanan McKinney, age 81, of Aretis Lane in Newland, the Roaring Creek community, died Friday, May 25, 2018, at her home surrounded by her family.

Born on April 23, 1937, in Avery County, she was the daughter of the late Richard C. and Aretis Pritchard Buchanan. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Austin McKinney, who passed away in 1997.

Yvonne was a member of the Powdermill Baptist Church and was retired from the Avery County School System. She liked to laugh; she enjoyed her family, friends, and having company in her home. She loved her family and grandchildren and spending time with them.

Left to cherish her memories are her sons: Larry McKinney and wife, Kim of Wilmington, NC, and Terry 'Chub' McKinney of Little Henson Creek; her daughters: Andrea McKinney of Roaring Creek and Sandra Williams and husband, Edward of Drexel; her sister: Sandra Lance of Roaring Creek; her brother: Charles Buchanan and wife, Brenda of Plumtree; her grandchildren: Richard McKinney, Matthew McKinney, Joshua Sparks, Bryce McKinney and Noah Hicks; and her great grandchild: Shyla McKinney.

The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence at the funeral service honoring the life of Yvonne McKinney at 4 p.m. on Monday, May 28, 2018 at the Powdermill Baptist Church. A time to support the family, share memories and receive friends will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 28, 2018, at the church. Interment will follow in the McCoury's Rock Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.

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UNICOI - Terry Ray McCurry, 65, of Unicoi, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at the Johnson City Medical Center.

Terry was born in Johnson City and a son of the late Jay and Ruth Ayers McCurry. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Danny McCurry. He is survived by his brother Gary McCurry and wife Cindy of Jonesborough; 2 sisters Gail Hicks and husband Bill and Jawina Fagan both of Johnson City; a sister-in-law Kim McCurry; an Uncle Jim Ayers; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The funeral service will be conducted Sunday, July 21, 2019 at 2:00 P.M., from the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, with Rev. Tony Trott officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 P.M. A graveside committal service will follow the funeral in Monte Vista Memorial Park.