Benjamin Greer

Benjamin married Mattie Lipps about 1767. Mattie was born about 1747 in , Brunswick County, Virginia Colony, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Nancy Wilcoxson about 1770. Nancy was born on 17 May 1745 in Berks County, , , Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Nancy Owens about 1797 in North Carolina, , , . Nancy was born about 1779 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Mary Hampton about 1804. Mary was born about 1784. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Samuel married Sarah "Sallie" Church about 1820 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina. Sarah (daughter of Philip Church and Sarah Hannah Andrews) was born about 1789 in Wilkes County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married Mary Ann Arter about 1821 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary was born about 1800. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

David married Barbara (Greer) about 1842 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Barbara was born about 1824 in , Brunswick County, Virginia Colony, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rachel married David Trivette about 1829 in North Carolina, , , . David (son of John Trivette and Elizabeth Kirby) was born about 1808 in Rowan County, , , North Carolina; died about 1888. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Catharine Day on 26 Jan 1845 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Catharine was born on 1 Jul 1822 in North Carolina, , , ; was buried in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joseph married Mary Jane Smith on 8 Jun 1854 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Mary was born about 1838 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elizabeth married David S. Gentry on 14 Nov 1850 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. David (son of David Gentry and Sarah Buckner) was born about 1829 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Zachary married Susannah J. Arnold on 3 Jan 1867 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Susannah (daughter of William Arnold and Elizabeth Gentry) was born about 1845 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hamilton married Laura Ann Gilbert about 1876 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Laura was born on 20 Apr 1862 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Feb 1945 in Sullivan County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stateline Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elizabeth married Squire Trivette on 6 Sep 1849 in North Carolina, , , . Squire (son of Owen Besin Trivette and Ledicey Wilcox) was born on 22 Apr 1832 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina; died on 1 May 1923 in Mitchell County, , , Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Elizabeth Laws about 1870. Elizabeth was born about 1849 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Andrew married Amanda Cordelia Laws on 26 Aug 1872 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Amanda (daughter of William Laws and Mary? Miller) was born on 16 Sep 1865 in Wilkes County, , , North Carolina; died on 16 Nov 1934 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Heaton Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married Francis M. "Frankie" Jarrett about 1886 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Francis (daughter of Daniel Elisha "Lige" Jarret and Theodocia Honeycutt) was born about 1868 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 19 May 1949 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Reuben married Theodocia L. "Docia" Wilson on 15 Dec 1887 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Theodocia (daughter of Rebecca (Wilson)) was born on 15 May 1866 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 29 Mar 1959 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Wills Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Margaret Elizabeth Ray on 1 Jan 1890 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Margaret was born on 23 Jul 1870 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; died on 24 Jul 1931 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Bertha married Edmund H. Fritts on 11 Mar 1898 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Edmund was born on 18 Apr 1873; died on 22 Apr 1940; was buried in Stateline Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Andrew married Junie Gentry about 1904. Junie was born about 1884. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lucinda married John Kennedy Heaton, Jr. on 8 Dec 1888 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. John (son of John Kennedy Heaton, Sr. and Marilda Wilcox) was born on 25 Nov 1863 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 8 Sep 1926 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married James Bradley Oaks on 20 Sep 1895 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. James (son of Charles Gordon Oakes and Lucinda Perry) was born on 27 Nov 1869 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 20 Feb 1945 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Poplar Valley Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Sarah Richardson about 1896 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. Sarah was born in Mar 1880 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died before 1920 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Cora A. Sullivan about 1920 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Cora was born about 1896 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Sarah Caroline Street on 7 Mar 1908 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Sarah (daughter of Stephen Street and Rhoda Benfield) was born on 3 Feb 1888 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 16 Jul 1967 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roby married Mary Magdaline Brewer on 12 Jan 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of Charles L. Brewer and Ida Lue Della Campbell) was born on 4 Jan 1912 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Nov 2002 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Fred married Flora Annis McQueen on 13 May 1917 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Flora (daughter of William Thomas McQueen and Ellen Clementine McCann) was born on 8 Feb 1899 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Aug 1966 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Sunset Memorial Park, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Anna Valerie Gentry on 4 Jun 1922 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, . Anna was born on 27 Oct 1970 in , , Tennessee, ; died on 18 Jan 1987 in , Washington County, Virginia, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joseph married Myrtle Grace Leffman on 22 Jun 1919 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Myrtle was born on 18 Jan 1902 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Dec 1966 in Allen County, , , Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Odell Jessie Greer, 92, of Damascus, Va., the Green Cove Community, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2013, at his residence Mr. Greer was born February 19, 1921, in Washington County to the late Junie Gentry and Andrew Jackson Greer. Surviving are his wife, Opal Mae Greer of the home; two daughters and spouses, Ann and Tracy Dolinger of Troutdale, Va., and Carolyn and Dean Gentry of Laurel Bloomery, Tenn.; four sons and spouses, Bill and Jean Greer of Damascus, Ogene and Tracy Greer of Laurel Bloomery, Tenn., Larry Greer and Gary Greer of Damascux, Va.: ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. The body is at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. Funeral services will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at Green Cove Baptist Church, Damascus, Va. Interment will be at Green Cove Cemetery 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 4, 2013. The Rev. Jerry Fritz and the Rev. Leonard Tenney will officiate.

Odell married Opal Mae Greer on 29 Nov 1939 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Monday, May 12, 1947
W. F. Heaton Dies After Brief Illness
William Francis Heaton, 59, of Roan Mountain, died in the Appalachian Hospital of Johnson City, Monday at 6:30 a.m. after a brief illness.
Mr. Heaton was a native of Carter County and lived in the county most of his life. He was in the lumber business with W. O. Hampton at Roan Mountain.
He was an active member of the Roan Mountain Methodist Church and had been a member of that church since childhood. He was also a member and past worshipful master of Masonic Lodge No. 566 of Roan Mountain and of the Shriners.
Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Dollie Heaton; three sons, John, Milburn, and Warren of Roan Mountain; one daughter, Mrs. Cordia Marie Shull of Hampton; three sisters, Mrs. W. A. Crumley, Elizabethton, Mrs. Stewart Johnson, Roan Mountain, and Mrs. A. F Tucker, Huntington, West Va.; two brothers, E. F. Heaton and S. B. Heaton, Roan Mountain, and mother, Mrs. John K. Heaton, also Roan Mountain.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Roan Mountain Methodist Church with the Rev. J. E. Milburn and the Rev. Harry Leonard officiating. Music will be under the direction of W. O. Hampton. Burial will be in Roan Mountain Cemetery with Masonic honors.

William married Dollie Ellen Radford on 6 Jul 1912 in Johnson City, , Washington County, Tennessee. Dollie was born on 16 May 1895 in Roan Mountain, , Carter County, Tennessee; died on 9 Sep 1962 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Sunday, November 5, 1950
PROMINENT CITIZEN OF ROAN MOUNTAIN, E. F. HEATON, DIES
E. F. "Lige" Heaton, prominent Roan Mountain citizen died at Duke Hospital, Durham, North Carolina, last night at approximately eight o'clock. Several members of his family were there when death came.
Mr. Heaton was a member of the County Court and vice-president of the REA Mountain Electric Company. He had previously served as a magistrate for several years, and also was a member of the school board for four years.
Mr. Heaton was a member of the Methodist Church. He had served as treasurer of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge for a long period of time and was an active member of the Roan Mountain Citizens Club.
Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Heaton; seven sons, James of Minneapolis, North Carolina, Frank, Harry, Edward, Bill, Robert and Paul, all of Roan Mountain; four daughters, Mrs. Bill Oxidine, Mrs. Wayne Hitechew, Mrs. Carrol Gray and Miss Betty Sue Heaton.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The body was brought from Durham last night by the Roy Hathaway Funeral Home.

"Johnson County News," Thursday, November 9, 1950
E. F. HEATON DIES AT DUKE HOSPITAL
When E. F. Heaton, 59, died on Saturday, Nov. 4, Roan Mountain community and this entire section lost its "Number One" citizen, as there had been few forward looking plans or projects developed in the section which had not been first thought of or aided by this business man and resident.
As a member of the county court for the past eighteen years, he rendered invaluable service to his community as well as to the section at large.
Mr. Heaton died at Duke Hospital on Saturday evening after an illness of several weeks.
He was a native of Carter county, had been in business in Roan Mountain for the past thirty years and for a number of years he was associated with W. O. Hampton in the business firm of Hampton and Heaton. Prior to that he was superintendent of the Sanford and Treadway Lumber Company in North Carolina. He was vice president of Mountain Electric Cooperative. He had served as treasurer of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge for many years, and was an active member of the Roan Mountain Citizens' Club, and had been a member of the Carter County Court for the past 18 years. He also had been a member of the School Board for four years.
He was a member of the Roan Mountain Methodist Church and had been the Sunday School Superintendent for the past 25 years.
Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Hazel Pritchard Heaton; seven sons, James of Minneapolis, Frank, Harry, Ed, Billy, Robert and Paul, all of Roan Mountain; four daughters, Mrs. William Oxendine, Mrs. Wayne Hitechew, Mrs. Carroll Gray, and Miss Betty Sue Heaton, all of Roan Mountain; ten grandchildren; one brother, S. B. Heaton of Roan Mountain; three sisters, Mrs. Frank McKinney of Cranberry, Mrs. Albert Tucker of Huntington, W. Va. and Mrs. W. A. Crumley of Elizabethton.
Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday afternoon Nov. 7 at 2 o'clock from the Roan Mountain Methodist Church, with Rev. James Walters, Rev. John J. Walters and Rev. Harry Leonard officiating.
Burial was made in the Roan Mountain Cemetery.

Elijah married Sarah E. Pritchard about 1912. Sarah (daughter of Elijah D. "Doc" Pritchard and Martha L. Singleton) was born in Feb 1892 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 17 Mar 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elijah married Hazel Pritchard about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Hazel was born about 1894. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Samuel married Nellie Crumley about 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Nellie was born about 1892. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Bertha married James Stewart Johnson on 24 Jun 1916 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. James (son of Andrew Henderson Johnson and Susan Smith) was born about 1894 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Ruth Brewer on 18 Jan 1918 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Ruth (daughter of Joseph Benjamin Brewer and Sallie Smith) was born on 20 Dec 1896 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 28 Apr 1925 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Elijah Smith Cemetery, Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Pearl Ann Adkins on 18 Sep 1925 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Pearl was born on 26 Feb 1909; died on 28 Dec 1874 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Caraway Cemetery, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Charles married Mary Lou Barlow about 1922 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Mary was born on 25 Feb 1903 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 18 Nov 1988 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Heaton Cemetery, Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hattie married Walter Raleigh Trivette on 4 Jul 1927 in Newland, , Avery County, North Carolina. Walter (son of Jasper L. Trivette and Sallie Smith) was born on 25 Dec 1903 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 16 Nov 1954 in Smyth County, , , Virginia; was buried in Mollie Guin Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rosa married James Oliver Shell about 1914 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . James (son of Alex Shell and Annie Smith) was born about 1892 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Gracie married Mister Blair about 1920. Mister was born about 1900. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lola married Mister Eller about 1925. Mister was born about 1900. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Dorothy married Grady R. Trivette about 1924 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Grady (son of Wiley Trivette and Mary Elvira Harmon) was born in May 1900 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

China married James R. Petrey on 17 Feb 1942 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . James was born on 1 Aug 1901 in , , Tennessee, ; died on 30 Sep 1967 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mrs. Hazel G. Kinnick Hall, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Ridge Rest Assisted Living Center in Columbus, N.C. Mrs. Hall was a native of Cranberry, N.C., and the daughter of John and Cora Sullivan Greer. She was also preceded in death by John Kinnick (husband), Fred Hall (husband) and sisters, Faye McGuire and China Wishon.
Since 1942, Mrs. Hall resided in Elizabethton, Tenn. It was there that she raised her daughters, Wanda Kinnick Manson and husband John of Tryon, N.C., Dianne Kinnick Jones and husband Johnie of Whitsett, N.C., and Jan Kinnick Bunce and husband John of Diamondhead, Miss. In addition, she was also blessed with four grandsons and their wives, David and Kim Meredith, Robin and Rachel Meredith, Matt and Kristi Jones, Jonathan and Jennifer Nave, and nine great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Hall found her passion in a nursing career later in life. She worked as a head surgical nurse at Carter County Memorial Hospital, Elizabethton, Tenn., and retired from the Mountain Home Veteran's Administration, Johnson City, Tenn., after 25 years. She was a lifelong member of the Christian Church.
The family wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to Jessica Fitch, and the caring staff at Ridge Rest Assisted Living, along with special friend and Home Health Nurse, Kristen Holbert. Also, to Landrum United Methodist Church, and loving friends that have supported her through this journey.
A private graveside service will be held for family and close requested friends.

Martha married Oran O'Neal Boone about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Oran (son of Hector N. "Heck" Boone and Eugenia Julian) was born on 6 Mar 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Sep 1973 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Fred married Mary Grace Ellis about 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of Richard Madison Ellis and Hattie Mae Julian) was born on 1 Jun 1925 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Oct 2019 in Putnam County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Marie Barnett, 92, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 18, 2019, from the Waters at Roan Highlands Nursing Home. Marie was born in Roan Mountain, Tenn., to the late Floyd and Sarah Street Greer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Crawford Barnett; three brothers, Burt Greer, Elijah Greer and Fred Greer; and three sisters, Martha Boone, Frankie Jarrett and Kansas "Kate" Hughes.
Marie was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She retired from Cannon Memorial Hospital and was a lifetime member of Burbank Free Will Baptist Church. She loved to cook and spend time with her family. Marie also enjoyed gardening, sewing and crocheting.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sons, Stephen Barnett and wife Gilda of Roan Mountain and Donald Barnett and wife Patsy of Johnson City; two granddaughters, Rachael Barnett of Johnson City and Mendy Barnett of Greeneville; two grandsons, Nyle Barnett and wife Nicole of Roan Mountain and Aaron Barnett and wife Kelli of Johnson City; and four great-grandchildren, Greer Barnett, Ella Rose Barnett, Gage Barnett and Stevie Barnett. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A service to celebrate and honor the life of Marie Barnett will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, at the Burbank Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Richard Blevins officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 until 2 p.m. Tuesday, prior to the service, or at any of the family's residences at any time. The graveside service will follow in the Greer Family Cemetery in Roan Mountain. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Marie's family, friends and church family.

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ELIZABETHTON - George Frank Greer, age 86, of Elizabethton, TN passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born in Roan Mountain, TN to the late Roby and Mary Greer. George served in the U.S. Army and later retired from Eastman Chemical Company. He was a country man who loved his Lord, family and church. George was a loving husband, father, papaw and friend who never met a stranger. He enjoyed fishing, Braves baseball, Cyclones football, watching his granddaughter Lauren play softball and overseeing the Annual 4th of July BBQ at his church. George was a member of East Side FWB Church where he served as trustee and ran the sound room for many years with the son he never had, Rick Peters and his adopted grandson, Jason Hambrick. To know George was to love him. So many considered him as their adopted papaw.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Paul Greer and Norman Greer and sister, Ruth James. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 64 years, Valerie Nadine Greer, of the home; three daughters, Felicia Marley (Glenn), Marsha Jaynes, Katina Brickey (Anthony); seven grandchildren, Jamie Marley, Kayla Luster (William), Julian Jaynes (Carla), Haley Jaynes, Lauren Brickey, Nathan Jaynes and Madison Jaynes; great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Jaynes and several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to celebrate the life of George Frank Greer will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Friday, July 15, 2022 at East Side FWB Church with Reverend Justin Deaton officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service between the hours of 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Friday.

The graveside service and committal will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Brickey, Julian Jaynes, Nathan Jaynes, William Luster, Chris Hughes, John Henriksen, Rick Peters and Jeff Carr. Honorary pallbearers are Deacons and Trustees of East Side FWB Church, Eddie Stocton, Cameron Coleman, David Blevins, Jason Hambrick and AL Hughes.

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JOHNSON CITY - Samuel Grant Greer, 87, Johnson City, died Monday, July 22, 2019, at the Johnson City Medical Center, following a brief illness.

Sam was a native of Mountain City and had been a longtime resident of Johnson City. He was a son of the late Walter Fred and Flora Annis McQueen Greer.

Sam was a 1954 graduate of Milligan College.

He worked in several capacities of the Dairy Industry throughout the Southeast Region, primarily Sales and Management, retiring in 1997, after forty-four years of service.

Sam enjoyed volunteering his time, especially at the Johnson City Medical Center, where he did so for sixteen years, the Habitat for Humanity and "Clarinda's Work Crew" at Milligan College.

Sam was a member of First Christian Church, where he served on the Board of Deacons and Elders for many years and was a member of the Win-A-Kuple Sunday School class.

He served as a Board Member of the Mountain States Auxillary, Mountain States Health Alliance Foundation, and the Habitat for Humanity.

In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by four sisters, Helen Moore, Gladys Hicks, Virginia Garland and Earlene Varn, two brothers, Joe F. Greer and Jack Greer, a son-in-law, Heinz Linnemann.

He is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Sally B. Greer; three children, Chad Greer and wife Cindy, Orlando, FL, Suzanne Linnemann, Somerville, AL, Tommy Greer and wife Cay, Johnson City; four grandsons, Chris Greer and wife Lindsay, Aaron Greer and wife Brittany, Alexander Greer and wife Meg, Isaiah Greer and wife Allie; great-grandchildren, Kinsley Greer, Jayda and Adeline Greer, and soon to be born, Anderson Greer; two sisters, Ida Sue Ingram and husband Jack, Canton, GA, Barbara Grindstaff, Okeechobee, FL; two sisters-in-law, Virginia Greer and Pat Bonner; several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service for Sam will be conducted Friday, July 26, 2019, at 5:00 P.M., from the Sanctuary of First Christian Church, with Ethan Magness, Senior Minister, and Donald Mushayamunda, Minister, officiating. Special music will be provided by Gloria Dudney, soloist. Grandsons and nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 3:00-5:00 P.M. at the church.

The graveside committal service will be held Saturday at 10:00 A.M. in Monte Vista Memorial Park.

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Thomas Jackson "Jack" Greer, 78, passed away on March 20, 2016.
Thomas Jackson Greer was born on October 9, 1937 to Fred and Annis Greer as the youngest of nine brothers and sisters. He graduated from Johnson County High School in 1955. After high school he attended college for a short while at Lees McRae College and then Milligan College, but after his father had a stroke, he left school to help care for his parents. Following a short but memorable career as a truck driver, hauling green beans and other types of produce, Jack began employment at Mountain Electric Cooperative in Mountain City in 1959. His career there spanned over 35 years starting on the line crew and retiring as Superintendent of Operations in 1993. The remainder of his life was spent raising cattle along with his brother-in-law Walter Simcox.
Jack was a life-long member of First Christian Church where he served as deacon, elder, and chairman of the church board. For several years Jack and Virginia worked together as Church Treasurer. He was currently serving as Trustee and participated in almost all the activities that go on at church and especially enjoyed Ken Caswells Young at Heart Ministry.
Jack and Virginia Clara Simcox were married in 1960 at First Christian Church in Mountain City, Tennessee with H. T. Mabry performing the ceremony. On November 22, 2015, they celebrated their 55th anniversary.
Their oldest son William Burl "Bill" (wife Edwina) is president of Milligan College, Donald Jackson (wife Annette) is a project manager for Maymead, Inc., and James Walter "Jim" (wife Sherri) is Director of Operations for Appalachian Electric Cooperative in New Market, Tennessee.
Jack and Virginia are the proud grandparents of seven grandchildren. They have six grandsons: Logan, Jeremy (married to Allie Blevins from Atlanta, GA), Jake, Shane, Stacy, Zane, and one granddaughter, Sarah. They also have one great-granddaughter, Presley, the daughter of Jeremy and Allie.
In addition to his immediate family Jack is survived by one brother, Sam Greer and wife Sally of Johnson City, TN, and two sisters, Ida Ingram and husband Jack, of Canton, GA, and Bobbie Grindstaff, of Okeechobee, FL, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Annis Greer, his brother Joe Greer, and sisters Virginia Garland, Helen Moore, Earlene Varn and Gladys Hicks.
The family will receive friends from 5-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the First Christian Church with the funeral service to follow at 7:30 p.m. with Minister Dwayne Dickson officiating. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 24, 2016 at the Dunn Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons.

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LAUREL BLOOMERY - Wilma Elizabeth Greer, age 98 and a half, of Sugar Creek Rd, Laurel Bloomery, TN, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday morning, July 3, 2023, at Mountain City Care Center. She was born October 23, 1924 in Laurel Bloomery, TN to the late John F. Greer and Anna Gentry Greer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Alice Miller; brother, Wayne Greer; sisters-in law, Ruth Blevins Greer and Kathleen Greer and brothers-in-law, Bob Morefield, Charles Hux, Vance Greer and Julian Miller, nephew, Joe Hux.

Although Wilma had no biological children of her own, she was like a mother to her nieces and nephews, as well as other children in her community. She would often take her nieces and nephews on picnics and other fun adventures. Wilma graduated in 1943 from Damascus High School and attended Andrew Jackson Business College in Nashville, TN. She also worked at several different places throughout the years as a secretary. Wilma was the oldest member of Stateline Baptist Church.

She is survived by two sisters, Iris Hux-Greer and Ethel G. Morefield; nieces and nephews, Marcia Thomas (Wade), Mike Morefield (Linda), John Morefield, Joe Morefield, Robby Morefield, Carolyn Mize (John), Tim Greer (Pam), Debbie Caffey (Bill), Lee Lewis (Wayne); several great nieces and nephews; several great-great nieces and nephews.

Per Wilma’s request she will be cremated, and no formal service will be held.

Special thanks to her Silver Angel, Pam Price who lovingly cared for her the past two years and thanks to the staff of Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center.

Chester married Gay Pennington about 1942. Gay (daughter of Noah Ashley Pennington and Minerva Catherine Gilbert) was born on 12 Nov 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 13 Mar 2021 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stateline Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Carolyn Jane Gentry, age 67, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2018 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on March 5, 1951 to Opal Greer and the late Odell Greer. In addition to her father, Carolyn was preceded in death by a sister, Anne Dolinger.

Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of 47 years, Dean Gentry; sons: Dean Gentry and wife Bonnie, Justin Gentry and wife Malori; brothers: Bill Greer, Ogene Greer, Gary Greer and Larry Greer; grandchildren, Austin Gentry and Parker Gentry; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at the Greencove Baptist Church. Funeral service will follow at 8:00 p.m. with Pastor Dennis Poe and Pastor Harlen Greer officiating. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 5, 2018 at the Stateline Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Trace Dolinger and Tracy Dolinger.

John married Nellie Faye Jones on 26 Oct 1936 in Elizabethton, , Carter County, Tennessee. Nellie was born about 1910 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died about 1966. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN — Warren G. Heaton, 89, of Roan Mountain, TN, died peacefully, on December 30, 2011, at his home after an extended illness surrounded by his loving family.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Carter County and Roan Mountain where he lived with his wife of 64 years, Blanche Bateman Heaton, on the family farm cleared by his grandfather, John Bell Radford. He is also survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: Will and Debra Heaton of Lakeland, TN and Larry and Kenny Lou Heaton of Roan Mountain, his grandson Adam Heaton, and step-grandson Nick Street, and great grandsons Dustin and Damon Heaton, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, all of whom he loved and cherished dearly.

He was predeceased by his grandson Austin Heaton, his step-granddaughter Aimee Street, his brother Milburn Heaton and wife Reba, his brother John Heaton and wife Fay, his sister Cordia Marie Heaton Shull and husband Monte, his parents William Francis and Dollie Radford Heaton.

Mr. Heaton was a 1942 graduate of Cloudland High School, and a lifelong booster and supporter of the school. An exceptional athlete, he was a member of the school's first football team. He attended Milligan College where he played basketball until he joined the military, and served with distinction in the South Pacific during World War II, spending almost three years on Guadalcanal.

Upon his return to Carter County and his beloved Roan Mountain after the war, he and his brother Milburn were merchants and ran a trucking business for several years while also working their family farm where they raised beef cattle and tobacco. He was also employed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, where he made many friends during his years of working on local highway projects.

He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener and loved sharing his produce with his friends and neighbors.

Mr. Heaton was a lifelong member of Roan Mountain United Methodist Church.

The family extends their sincere thanks for the kindnesses shown by Fallon Hopson and Jon Buck, as well as to the staff of Mountain States Home Health Care and Amedisys Home Health Care and Hospice, especially to Betty, DiAnn, and Tammy, and for the love, prayers, and support of their RMUMC Minister, Dennis Milhorn.

The family requests any memorial donations be made to the Roan Mountain United Methodist Church, 307 Johnson St., Roan Mountain, TN 37687.

The funeral will be held at Roan Mountain United Methodist Church on January 1, 2012 where the family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m., with the funeral services to start immediately afterward. A brief graveside service will then be held at Roan View Cemetery, in Roan Mountain. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Warren married Blanche B. Bateman on 12 Feb 1947 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Blanche was born about 1927 in Roan Mountain, , Carter County, Tennessee; died on 24 Apr 2021 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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James Emerson (Pop) Heaton, 90, of Minneapolis, NC, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the Roan Highlands Nursing Center.

A son of the late Lige and Sarah Pritchard Heaton, he was a US Navy Veteran of World War II, having served on the USS Roper. He had attended Tennessee Wesleyan, Milligan College, and graduated from East Tennessee State University. He was a retired Teacher and Coach, having served 44 years at Unaka High School and Cloudland High School in Tennessee and Cranberry High School and Avery County High School in North Carolina.

He was a member and Elder of the Minneapolis Christian Church, where he has served as Sunday School Superintendent and Teacher. He was a Mason and Shriner and had served as a Scoutmaster with Boy Scouts.

He was a beloved Baseball, Football and Basketball Coach; received several Teacher of the Year Recognitions; and had been named Avery County Man of the Year.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Frank, Harry and Bill Heaton; sisters, Corinth Oxendine, Annabelle Hitchew, Betty Sue Heaton and Eloise Gray.

He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Mava Young Heaton, of the home; son, Jim H. Heaton and his wife, Pam, of Johnson City, TN; daughter, Lucia H. Spratt and her husband, Barry, of Marion, NC; brothers, Ed Heaton and his wife, Betty, of Gray, TN, Robert Heaton and his wife, Brickie, of Colonial Heights, TN, Paul Heaton and his wife, Frances, of Pawley Island, SC; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.

Funeral services for James Emerson (Pop) Heaton will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, from the Minneapolis Christian Church with Mr. Jim Greene and Dr. Eddie Fine officiating.

Interment will follow in the Minneapolis Cemetery. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

James married Mava S. Young about 1940. Mava (daughter of Pinkney Lucius "P. L." Young and Nell M. "Nellie" Burleson) was born on 12 Mar 1922 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 21 Mar 2012 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Minneapolis Methodist Church Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Martha married William Fred Oxendine about 1941 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William (son of Charles William Oxendine and Bessie Hope Hopson) was born on 9 Oct 1920 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 13 Jul 2002. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Harry E. Heaton, age 83, 500 Heaton Creek Rd., Roan Mountain, died Tuesday, January 9, 2007, at his residence.

He was a native of Carter County and a son of the late Elijah and Sarah Pritchard Heaton.

Mr. Heaton was a member of Roan Mountain United Methodist Church and had been the owner/operator of Heaton Hardware. He was the retired president of Mountain Electric Cooperative. Mr. Heaton delighted in his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Hazel Pritchard Heaton; two brothers, Frank Heaton, Bill Heaton; and three sisters, Corinth Oxendine, Annabelle Hitechew and Betty Sue Heaton.

Survivors are his wife, Louise McKinney Heaton, of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Patsy and Don Barnett, Johnson City; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Joe and Helen Heaton, Charlotte, NC, Harry Randall Heaton, Fayetteville, NC; six grandchildren, Aaron Barnett, Rachael Barnett, Sterling Heaton, Sarah Heaton, Madison Heaton, Rachel Willis; two great-grandchildren, Greer Barnett and Ella Rose Barnett; one sister, Eloise Gray, Roan Mountain; four brothers, James Heaton, Minneapolis, NC, Robert Heaton, Ed Heaton, both of Gray, Paul Heaton, Pawley's Island, SC; and special sister-in-law, Geraldine Watson, Roan Mountain. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The funeral service for Mr. Heaton will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, January, 11, in the Roan Mountain United Methodist Church with Rev. John Hitechew officiating.

Interment will follow in Calhoun Cemetery, Heaton Creek.

Active pallbearers will be Tom Ashley, Bill Watson, Ron Anderson, Carroll Gray, Harry Hitechew, Jim McKinney and Marty Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Warren Heaton, Hershel Julian and Horace Calhoun.

The family will receive friends from noon until 2 p.m. Thursday at the church prior to the service or at the residence at other times.

Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to the American Heart Association, 1101 Northchase Pkwy., Suite 1, Marietta, GA 30067.

Harry married Louise McKinney about 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Louise (daughter of Gurney Arthur McKinney and Rebecca Flossie Graybeal) was born on 16 Jul 1925 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Dec 2018 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Calhoun Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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James S. "Black" Johnson, Jr., 80, 197 Simerly Creek Road, Hampton, died Friday, July 14, 2000, at Life Care Center of Elizabethton following an extended illness.
A native of Carter County, he was the son of the late James S. and Bertha Heaton Johnson, Sr.
He was a lifelong member of Roan Mountain United Methodist Church. Mr.
Johnson was the retired owner and operator of Johnson Electric Company. He
was a 50-year member of Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge 566 F & AM. Mr. Johnson
was a U.S. Navy World War II veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Crystal Whitehead Johnson, of the home; a
daughter and son-in-law, Lucy Nell and George Sells, Johnson City; two sons
and daughters-in-law, Lynn and Janie Johnson, Elizabethton; and Pat and
Maggie Johnson, Oldsmar, Fla.; one sister, Evelyn Gray, Roan Mountain;
four grandchildren: Cindy Mongle, Big Stone Gap, Va.; Kathy Wirth, Atlanta,
Ga.; James Johnson, Mooresville, N.C.; and Stuart Johnson, Concord, N.C.;
four great-grandchildren: Carrie Stuart Mongle, Big Stone Gap, Va.; Mimi
Wirth, Atlanta, Ga.; Anna Johnson, Mooresville, N.C.; and Andrew Johnson,
Mooresville, N.C.

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James married Crystal Whitehead about 1960 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Crystal (daughter of Henry Allen Whitehead and Lucy Morton) was born about 1926 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 7 Dec 2003 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Asheville, N.C. - Clarice Oakes Hodges, 81, of 39 Redfern Street, died Saturday, May 17, 2008, at Emerald Ridge.

A native of Elk Park, N.C. She had resided in Buncombe County the past 42 years and retired as an LPN, formerly employed with St. Joseph's Hospital.

Mrs. Hodges was a daughter of the late Floyd McKinley Oakes and Pearl Ann Adkins Oakes Lyons and wife of Murphy Hayes Hodges who died February 13, 2005.

She is survived by her daughters, Evelyn Davis and Darlene Henson, both of Asheville; grandsons, Michael, Christopher and Josh Hutcheson and Eric Henson; great-grandsons, Caleb, Tyler and Adrian; sister, Anna Jones of Glen Alpine; brother, Terry Lyons of Roan Mountain., Tenn.

The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Chapel of the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.

The family will receive friends following services at the cemetery.

Family/Spouse: Murphy Hayes Hodges. Murphy was born on 11 Oct 1927 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 13 Feb 2005 in , Buncombe County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Buncombe County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Joyce married Ernest Olan Gilbert on 7 Jun 1974 in Tampa, , , Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Walter R. Trivett 84, of Glenville, Ky., went to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020. His life was well lived and was well loved.

Walter Raymond Trivett was born May 16, 1935, in Cranberry, NC to the late Walter Raleigh and Hattie Oaks Trivett, and June 17, 1954, he married the love of his life, the former Rose Edna Turbyfill. They moved to Cedar Lake, Ind., where Walter worked at Sears for 15 years.

In 1978 Walter, Rose and their growing family moved to Owensboro, Ky., where they owned and operated Windy Hollow Campground. Many in the community have fond memories of passing the time with Walter at the Windy Hollow bait shop or sitting on picnic tables with him at the swim lake. After the family sold Windy Hollow, Walter drove a school bus for McLean County Schools. He was also known as “Mr. T” to his friends at Windy Hollow and his many students. He was an extremely hard worker all of his life.

Walter loved fishing and hunting and was an active member of Calhoun Christian Church, where he served as an elder and adult Sunday school teacher. His was always one of the loudest voices singing from the hymn book. Walter was a strong, caring family man and will be deeply missed. He and Rose also enjoyed traveling, especially to see their family in North Carolina, and the couple visited nearly every state in the United States.

In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by two Sisters: Joyce Gilbert and Cleo Wooten.

Survivors include his Wife of 66 years (on June 17): Rose Trivett; two Sons: Phil Trivett (Deana) of Owensboro and Richard Trivett (Jayne) of Franklin, Ind.; a Daughter: Donna Greenwell (John) of Calhoun; five Grandchildren: Heather Kessinger, Brad Trivett, Sherry Boesch (Michael) Brian Trivett (Lindsey) and Robbie Trivett; six Great grandchildren: Trinity Kessinger, Devyn Kessinger, Chase Colburn, Bexal Trivett, Ellery Trivett and Daxton Trivett; two Brothers: Robert Trivett (Hazel) of Charleston, SC, and Jay Trivett (Diana) of Elk Park, NC; and three Sisters: Sue Laws (Delmer) of Elk Park, Betty Jean Winters of Newland, and Delores Durham (Bill) of Kingsport, Tenn.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, at Muster Funeral Homes, Calhoun Chapel, with the Revs. Drex Stuart and Keith Sage officiating. Burial will be in the Calhoun Cemetery in McLean County.

Walter married Rose Edna Turbyfill on 17 Jun 1954 in Heaton, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mildred married James Riley Pritchard on 14 Nov 1933 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . James (son of James Henry Pritchard and Julia Ann Oakes) was born on 22 Jun 1908 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Homer married Josie Geneva Puckett on 13 Jun 1966 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Josie (daughter of Elija E. Puckett and Rosa Ellen Moody) was born on 30 May 1934 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 6 Dec 2012 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Heaton Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Karen DeEtte (Petrey) Meadows, age 78, of Elizabethton, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City with her daughter by her side holding her hand. Karen was born in Elizabethton on February 8, 1944, to the late James R. Petrey and China (Greer) Petrey. In addition to her parents, Karen was also preceded in death by her husband of five years, Al Meadows; and a son, Kenneth Michael Sheffield in 2020.

Karen was funny, witty, independent and strong willed. She had worked in several nursing homes as an LPN throughout her life. She had a servant’s heart and a strong work ethic. She made it her life’s work to help those that couldn’t help themselves and enjoyed lifting the spirits of both her patients, her coworkers and anyone that she knew. When her patients would pass away, she would always walk out with them one final time. Karen was a 40-year member of First Christian Church of Elizabethton and loved her church family and the Lord. She enjoyed playing the piano and crocheting but most of all she loved her family and visiting with her grandchildren, whom she adored and was so very proud of. She was truly a light to all that knew her and will be greatly missed.

Karen leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter, Kim (Richard) Haney of Elizabethton; her son, Kevin (Christie) Sheffield of Knoxville; a daughter-in-law, Cindy Sheffield of Pikeville, KY; her beloved grandchildren, Kaitlyn Haney of Elizabethton, Jake Sheffield of Knoxville, Lindsey (Ian) McKee of Maryville, TN and Chloe Wright of Knoxville; her sister, Roberta (J.C.) Bowers of Elizabethton; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends also survive.

A service to honor and celebrate Karen’s life will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 19, 2022, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton with Mr. Michael Klaus, minister, officiating. Music will be provided by her granddaughter, Kaitlyn.

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ELIZABETHTON - Harold Dean Boone, age 74, of Elizabethton, Tennessee went to be with his Lord on June 22, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.


'Dean', as he liked to be called, was born at home in Roan Mountain to the late Oran and Martha Greer Boone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Eugene Boone, wife, Ramona Smith Boone, and granddaughter, Sierra Rollins. Dean was a 1963 graduate of Cloudland High School and a member of his beloved Hunter Methodist Church. He retired after 43 years as a printer (Kingsport Press, Inove Graphics, and Arcata Graphics). He had an infectious smile, loved a cold Sprite from Sonics, known for looking spiffy and being a momma's boy, and loved country cooking. In his spare time, he was passionate about tinkering with old cars, camping, woodworking, hunting, and wine making.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving and devoted companion Judy Boone Orr, and five children: a daughter, Donna Pearce Harrell (Jim); a daughter, Theresia Boone Cannon (Tim); a son, Kyle Daniel Boone (Norma Livingston); a daughter, Robyn Boone Moore (Calvin Hyder); and daughter, Rebecca Boone Rollins (Michael); 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, a brother, Lawrence Boone (Mary); a brother, Jim Boone (Johnnie); a sister, Ann Teter; a sister, Grace Canter (Red); a sister, Charlotte Julian (Bud); and numerous special nieces, nephews and cousins.

A service to celebrate and honor the life of Harold Dean Boone will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. Pastor LeAnn Crandall and Associate Pastor Mike Berry will be officiating. Music will be provided by Hunter and Sally Berry. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Tuesday or at his residence at other times.

The graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at the Greer Family Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be: Jim Harrell, Tim Cannon, Nathan Boone, Matthew Cannon, Robby Holly, John Canter and Alan Tisdale. Honorary pallbearers will be: Mike Shouse, Dewey Oliver, Bobby Bullock, Calvin Hyder, Clint Bowers, and Men of the Carter County United Methodist parish.

Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, to go in procession.

A special thank you to recognize his primary physician Dr. Jonathan Bremer, Dr. Daniel Barocas of Vanderbilt, Dr. Devapiran Jaishankar of ETSU and staff, and especially Judy and Victor Deloach and employees and staff of Ivy Hall's B' wing for the dignity and respect they gave while treating and caring for our beloved father.

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W. Vance Greer, age 81, of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday morning, March 21, 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Vance was born on October 21, 1941 in Banner Elk, NC to the late Chester Greer and Nellie Gay Pennington Abernethy (March 13, 2021), In addition to his parents, Vance was preceded in death by his first wife, Billie Jean “B.J.” Greer; step-son, Joe Hux; several aunts and uncles.

Vance retired as a Geologist with Department of Interior, having worked in the pentagon. His retirement dream was to live on a golf course and play golf, which led to his home at Roan Valley and playing golf as long as he was able. He also worked for several years at the high school assisting handicapped children, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Those who knew him best would say he was smart, witty and fun to be around and there was several that stayed in touch with him throughout the years. Vance was a member of First Baptist Church and was known there by many as the candy-man, passing out candy to all.

Vance is survived by his wife of 21 years, Iris Hux Greer of Mountain City, TN; step-daughter, Lee Lewis (Wayne); sister, Karen Russo; numerous cousins and extended family and friends.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 11:00 a,m.-12:00 noon at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 12:00 with Pastors Ricky Campbell and Jim Kelly to officiate. Pallbearers will be Wade Thomas, Wayne Lewis, Mike Morefield, Robert Glenn, and Ken Erickson. Honorary pallbearers are William Greer, Rudy Lucas and David Price. Graveside service and burial will follow from Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Damascus, VA.

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"Elizabethton Star," Monday, July 24, 1950
WILLIE FRANCIS HEATON
Willie Francis Heaton, age 3 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Milburn Heaton of Roan Mountain, died in the Appalachian Hospital Sunday evening after a short illness.
Survivors are the parents, two sisters, Ellen Ann, Hazel Maria, one brother, Delaney Gail, paternal grandmother, Mrs. W. F. Heaton, Roan Mountain, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Ms. Robert Durrett, Laurenceburg.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Roan Mountain Methodist Church with Rev. John J. Watson officiating.
Music will be under the direction of Miss Doris Stout.
Burial will be made in the Johnson Cemetery at Roan Mountain.
Active pallbearers, George and Frank Heaton, Jim, Buck, Wayne Hitechew, Bent Young, Bill Orr and Bob Caldwell.
Flower bearers will be the Young Peoples Class of the Roan Mountain Methodist Church.
The body will be returned to the home of the parents at Roan Mountain Monday afternoon and will remain there until 1 p.m. Tuesday, when it will be removed to the church.
Roy Hathaway Funeral Home is in charge.

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ELIZABETHTON - James "Lynn" Johnson, age 78, of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 10, 2019 from his residence.

Lynn was born in Elizabethton to the late James Stuart and Lucy Campbell Johnson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Patrick Johnson.

Before retirement, Lynn was a district manager of Overnite Transportation/ UPS and was a member of Valley Forge United Methodist Church. Lynn was a certified lay speaker with the Methodist Church and traveled a lot before his sickness – speaking and filling in. He loved Alabama football and enjoyed playing golf before his illness.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of fifty six years, Jeanie Blackwell Johnson, of the home; two children, Cathy Mink and husband Randy, of Atlanta, GA and Stuart Johnson, of Concord, NC; one granddaughter, Mimi Wirth, of New York City; one step-grandson, Harrison Mink, of Atlanta, GA; one sister, Lucy Nell Sells, of Johnson City; one nephew, James Johnson, of Mooresville, NC; and one niece, Cindy Ringley, of Big Stone Gap, VA.

A service to celebrate the life of James "Lynn" Johnson will be conducted at 5:00 PM on Sunday, January 13, 2019 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Pastor Brent Nidiffer, officiating. Music will be provided by Linda Baughman, Judy Little and Trilla Little. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday; or at the residence at other times.

The graveside service will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 14, 2019 at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Valley Forge United Methodist Church.

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Sammy Ray Oaks, 62, of Elk Park, North Carolina passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 20, 2023.

Sam was born on February 16, 1961 in Carter County, Tennessee, a son of Shirley Hill Oaks of Hampton, TN and the late Clyde McKinley Oaks.

He recently retired from the Avery County School System where he worked as a custodian for several years. Sam loved his garden and spending time outside, especially walking his dogs and he was an excellent block mason.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clyde McKinley Oaks; sister, Vickie Stout; brother in law, Bill Goff; and a nephew, Chad Stout.

Sam leaves behind to cherish his memory wife of 35 years, Darlene Buchanan Oaks; son, Josh Oaks of Elk Park, NC; daughter, Heather (Dylan Greasama) Oaks of Hickory, NC; brother, Johnny (Teresa) Oaks of Roan Mountain, TN; three sisters, Pam (Jerry) Stout of Roan Mountain, TN, Debbie (Ronald) Potter of Roan Mountain, TN, Donna Oaks of Hampton, TN.

Services for Sam R Oaks will be held on Sunday, April 23, 2023 beginning at 2:00 pm from the Emmanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Joe Ingam officiating.

The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 pm on Sunday at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Elk Park Cemetery.

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Shirley Anne Trivet Shatzer, 56, of Newland, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018, at Yellow Mountain Group Home in Newland, NC.

She was born on March 20, 1961, in Huntington, Ind., a daughter of James and Diana (Ward) Trivett.

She was preceded in death by her Brother: James F. Trivett Jr.; Grandparents: Walter and Hattie (Oaks) Trivett, Max and Josine (Ebersole) Ward.

Shirley leaves behind to cherish her memory her: Parents; James and Diana (Ward) Trivett of Elk Park, NC; Children: Hattie Anne (Andrew) Lewis of Newland, NC, Allen Shatzer of Huntington, Ind.; Sister: Mary Jane Skaar of Morganton, NC; Granddaughter: Katie Anne Lewis of Newland, NC; Aunts and Uncles: Sally Gamble, Delores and Bill Durham, Sue and Delmer Laws, Betty Winters, Raymond and Rosa Edna Trivett and Bob and Hazel Trivett; numerous cousins; her group home family: Natalie, Elaine, Susie, Stephanie, Kala, Charlie, Flora, Neal, Margaret, Patty and Brenda.

The family will receive friends from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Services for Shirley Anne Shatzer will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, from the Grandfather Chapel, with Pastor Bryan Griffith and Pastor Brent Snyder officiating.

Interment will be in the Molly Guinn Cemetery, Elk River Road, Elk Park, NC, with pallbearers Allen Shatzer and nephews and niece James, Bethany, Nathan, Caleb and Evan, with honorary pallbearer Dante' Skaar.

Shirley married Ronald Allen Shatzer on 12 Aug 1989 in Van Buren, , , Indiana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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John Dean Pritchard, age 83, of Mt. Airy, Ga., passed away Monday, Dec. 17, 2018.

Born in Heaton, NC, on April 12, 1935, John was the son of the late James Riley and Mildred Shell Pritchard. He was the owner and operator of P&P Trucking and he was a member of St. Mark Catholic Church.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Pritchard was preceded in death by wife: Carol Pickett Pritchard; Son: Robert E. Pritchard; Brother: Charles Pritchard; Sister: Elizabeth Brock.

Survivors include Sons: Brian Edward Pritchard (Judy) of Gonzales, La., James Riley Pritchard of Mt. Airy, Ga., Joel Pritchard (Joan) of Clarkesville, Ga.; Brothers: James Harold Pritchard of Quitman, Texas and Barry Keith Pritchard of Johnson City, Tenn.; Sisters: Cynthia Kaye Pritchard of Rowlett, Texas, Joyce Marie Franklin of Johnson City, Tenn., and Deborah Rose Stites of Owensboro, Ky., as well as five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, at Happy Valley Memorial Park, Johnson City, Tenn.

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mr. Charles Warren Pritchard, age 80, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away Friday, March 10, 2017 at his residence. A native of Avery County, NC he was the son of the late James Riley and Mildred Shell Pritchard. Mr. Pritchard was the owner of a hardwood lumber business. He had worked previously at Bemberg Corporation and had also owned a Trucking Company in Texas. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran having entered in Texas and then serving at March Air Force Base in Riverside, CA and was sent to Okinawa. He was a member of Heaton First Christian Church and was a member of the Captain Lynn H. Folsom V.F.W. Post 2166. He enjoyed learning of the local history of our area and loved feeding the deer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Bonnie Ramer Pritchard and a sister, Elizabeth Brock. Those left to cherish his memory include a son, Warren Pritchard, Johnson City; four daughters, Christina Pritchard Click, Kingsport, Anita Whitson, Gray, Channon Pritchard, Hollywood, GA and Julie Jackson, Alvin, TX; eleven grandchildren, Jerrod Pritchard, Whitney Pritchard, Landon Estep, Christopher Estep, Brittany Whitson, Justin Whitson, Kayla Sutton, Kendall Countryman, Kersi Countryman, Dustin Talley and Zowie Talley; five great-grandchildren, Briana Pritchard, Cydnee Estep, Shane Hunter, Mallory Sutton and Arabella Talley; three brothers, John Dean Pritchard, Mt. Airy, GA, James Pritchard, Quitman, TX and Barry Pritchard, Johnson City and three sisters, Cynthia Kay Pritchard, Rowlett, TX, Joyce Franklin, Johnson City and Deborah Stites, Owensboro, KY. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to honor the life of Mr. Charles Warren Pritchard will be conducted at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 16, 2017 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Services with Mr. Paul Cole, minister officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. on Thursday prior to the service. Interment will follow the funeral service in Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Jerrod Pritchard, Justin Whitson, Christopher Estep, Landon Estep, Brian Whitson and Warren Pritchard. Honorary pallbearers will be Charlie Jameson and Jim Hicks.

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BRUNSWICK, GA — Elizabeth Pritchard Brock, a prominent business figure and pioneering woman in Georgia manufacturing circles, died on Saturday, July 2, 2016, from complications due to progressive spranuclear palsy. She was 77.

She was born Elizabeth Ann Pritchard on October 2, 1938, eldest daughter of the union of James Riley and Mildred Anna Pritchard of Heaton, North Carolina. She attended Elizabethton High School in Elizabethton, Tennessee, and was graduated summa cum laude from East Tennessee State University with a degree in business management. In the early 1970s, Elizabeth founded Pallets, Inc. in Gwinnett County, manufacturing specialty hardwood pallets for shipping and warehousing. She operated this business some 40 years, until failing health forced her to retire in 2012.

As a business owner in Gwinnett County, she was active in the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and aided its growth. Elizabeth served on the executive board of directors of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for more than 30 years, shepherding the organization's growth from the Business Council of Georgia to the influential institution it is today. She was often called to testify before the Georgia General Assembly, representing the state's manufacturers. Her proudest achievement while on the board was founding, along with the Professional Association of Georgia Educators, the STAR Student program to recognize the state's brightest high school seniors and their teachers. She was the mistress of ceremonies for the state-wide STAR Student awards banquet for 19 years. She was vice-chair of the Governor's Health Strategies Council until it was adjourned. Later, she served on the board of the Lake Lanier Island Authority.

A lifelong learner, Elizabeth earned her private pilot's license in her 50s, was a member of the Airplane Owners and Pilots Association, and served as the state president of the Georgia Pilots Association. She enjoyed volunteering with the USO and faithfully greeted soldiers flying through Atlanta's airport every Thanksgiving. A member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church since moving to Atlanta in 1970, Elizabeth served as lead usher for nearly 20 years.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Elliott Ballard; seven siblings; and dozens of nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of Elizabeth Pritchard Brock's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 11, 2016, at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Atlanta.

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Cynthia Kay Pritchard, age 73, formerly of Elizabethton, TN went to her heavenly home with her Father on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 in Rowlett, TX.

A native of Banner Elk, NC she was the daughter of the late James Riley Pritchard and Mildred A. Shell Pritchard. Ms. Pritchard never met a stranger, had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh and have fun. She had been a barber for twenty-five years and was a member of First Christian Church in Rowlett, TX. Ms. Pritchard loved her family and her dogs. She enjoyed working in her garden, listening to E.H.S. football games on the radio and talking about her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, John Dean Pritchard and Charles Warren Pritchard; two sisters, Elizabeth Pritchard Brock and Carolyn Lee Pritchard and a special brother-in-law, O.C. Franklin. Two fur babies, Tebow and Milly also preceded her in death. Those left to cherish her memory include her children; Michael Doss and wife Tina and Patricia Doss and husband Carl, all of Texas and Daniel Everett and wife Amanda, Kingsport, TN; grandchildren; Sophia Madaline Everett and Alexander Carter Everett, both of Elizabethton and Carrson Zaine Everett, Kingsport; brothers; James Harold Pritchard and wife Carol, Texas and Barry Keith Pritchard and wife Cynthia, Johnson City and sisters; Joyce Marie Franklin, Johnson City and Debbie Rose Stites and husband Thomas, KY. Several nieces and nephews and her fur baby, Autumn also survive.

The family will receive friends on Monday, May 13, 2019 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral and Cremation Service from 11:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. The graveside service to honor the life of Cynthia Kay Pritchard will follow the visitation in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. James Harold Pritchard officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.