Dewey A. Greenwell

Family/Spouse: Roxie Jane Cowan. Roxie (daughter of Ezra Oliver Cowan and Safronia Nancy "Frona" Cable) was born on 14 Nov 1900 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; was christened in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 24 Dec 1988 in Cowan Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Anna “Jane” Ward, age 81, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Mountain City Care Center. Jane was born on October 31, 1939 to the late Duey and Roxie Greenwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Bob Greenwell, Bruce Greenwell, Carl Greenwell, Gervis Greenwell, Lon Greenwell, and sisters, Lois Guy, Jean Swafford, and Margaret Cardina. She was also preceded by three precious sons, Tony H. Ward, Keith William Ward, and Brian “Shorty” Ward.

Jane was a mother of five. She was a fun, loving, giving, big-hearted person. She always worked hard and found her heart’s calling as a CNA. She enjoyed caring for others and you could see it made her proud and filled her heart to make a difference in the lives of her residents. She was a care giver to young and old, and many called her Mama Jane.

Jane was also spunky, stubborn, outspoken and didn’t care to tell you what was on her mind. She could tell you what she thought of you and make you love her for it. One thing was for certain, if you ever met Jane, you were sure to love her.

Those left to cherish her memories include her husband, Herbert Ward; son, Gregory Ward; daughter, Janet Brooks and husband Jesse. She was most proud of all her grandchildren who include her grandson, Adam Ward and wife Tiffany; granddaughters, Courtney Brooks, Brittney Brooks, Sara Ward; great grandchildren, Jania, Renessmae, Zyra Ward. Her sisters, Betty Payne, Gerlene Dugger, Shirley Ainsworth; sisters-in-law, Betty Greenwell, Barb Ward, several nieces and nephews and all those that loved her at Sunset Gardens and Mountain City Care Center.

The family received friends from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Mountain City Funeral Home. The funeral service followed at 3:00 with Pastor Steven Spencer officiating. The graveside service and burial immediately followed at the Cowan Town Cemetery.

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Anna “Jane” Ward, age 81, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Mountain City Care Center. Jane was born on October 31, 1939 to the late Duey and Roxie Greenwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Bob Greenwell, Bruce Greenwell, Carl Greenwell, Gervis Greenwell, Lon Greenwell, and sisters, Lois Guy, Jean Swafford, and Margaret Cardina. She was also preceded by three precious sons, Tony H. Ward, Keith William Ward, and Brian “Shorty” Ward.

Jane was a mother of five. She was a fun, loving, giving, big-hearted person. She always worked hard and found her heart’s calling as a CNA. She enjoyed caring for others and you could see it made her proud and filled her heart to make a difference in the lives of her residents. She was a care giver to young and old, and many called her Mama Jane.

Jane was also spunky, stubborn, outspoken and didn’t care to tell you what was on her mind. She could tell you what she thought of you and make you love her for it. One thing was for certain, if you ever met Jane, you were sure to love her.

Those left to cherish her memories include her husband, Herbert Ward; son, Gregory Ward; daughter, Janet Brooks and husband Jesse. She was most proud of all her grandchildren who include her grandson, Adam Ward and wife Tiffany; granddaughters, Courtney Brooks, Brittney Brooks, Sara Ward; great grandchildren, Jania, Renessmae, Zyra Ward. Her sisters, Betty Payne, Gerlene Dugger, Shirley Ainsworth; sisters-in-law, Betty Greenwell, Barb Ward, several nieces and nephews and all those that loved her at Sunset Gardens and Mountain City Care Center.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Mountain City Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 with Pastor Steven Spencer officiating. The graveside service and burial will immediately follow at the Cowan Town Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Adam Ward, Jesse Brooks, Reese Stout, Wayne Wilson, Jack Proffitt, and Willie DeBord.

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Lois J. Guy, age 74, of Pine Orchard Road, Butler, Tennessee, passed away at her residence on Monday, December 30, 2019. She was born on February 20, 1945 to the late Dewey and Roxie Jane Cowan Greenwell. In addition to her parents, Lois is preceded in death by her daughter, Frances Jean Guy (November 3 2019); sons, Leon Guy and Junior Guy; granddaughter, Roxanne; sisters, Jean Swafford and Margaret Cardena; brothers, Lon Greenwell (Lois’s twin), Gervis (Shorty) Greenwell, Bruce Greenwell, Carl Greenwell, Bob Greenwell; infants, Haggie and James Greenwell.

Lois is survived by one son, Dwight Greenwell and friend Carnella Matney; one grandson, Dewey Clyde Guy; sisters, Shirley Ainsworth, Jane Ward, Betty Payne, Gerleen Dugger; sister-in-law, Betty Greenwell; several nieces, nephews and cousins; several great nieces and nephews; special friends and neighbors, Charles Norris, Brenda Campbell and Bonnie Curd; Lois’s niece and caregiver, Vickie Turner; caregivers and friends, Larry and Polly Laws.

There will be a gathering of family and friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Mountain City Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Preacher Chuck Morefield to officiate. Lois will be laid to rest with her daughter at Sugar Grove Church Cemetery.