Presley A. Blankenship

Presley married Sarah Banks about 1850 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina. Sarah was born on 20 Mar 1825 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 26 Jun 1902 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Flag Pond, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elias married Mary Ann Jenkins on 24 Nov 1867 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. Mary was born on 15 Aug 1847 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 22 Mar 1932. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jasper married Mary M. "Polly" Runnion about 1870 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of Thomas L. Runnion and Elizabeth Hensley) was born on 7 Jun 1849 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 19 Apr 1915 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Flag Pond, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Amanda married James Curtis Tipton on 19 Mar 1871. James (son of Henderson Tipton and Elizabeth Randolph) was born about 1849 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 8 Feb 1929 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Morning married Davis Beauregard Blankenship on 21 Aug 1880 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Davis (son of Jonas Blankenship and Nancy Allen) was born on 8 Nov 1861 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died about 1908 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Morning married Wilburn Cody on 29 Mar 1917 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Wilburn was born on 27 Feb 1856 in Madison County, , , North Carolina; died on 26 Mar 1935 in Madison County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Delphia married Andrew McIntosh on 3 Nov 1892 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Andrew (son of Levon Morris McIntosh and Elizabeth Shelton) was born on 15 Aug 1869 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 3 Jul 1943 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blankenship Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vira married Andrew McIntosh on 14 Feb 1902 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Andrew (son of Levon Morris McIntosh and Elizabeth Shelton) was born on 15 Aug 1869 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 3 Jul 1943 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blankenship Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married Emma Belle Phillips about 1890 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Emma was born on 18 0CT 1874 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 12 Aug 1963 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Sams Cemetery 2, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Laura Elizabeth Lawing about 1895 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Laura was born on 8 Aug 1878 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Apr 1946 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Martins Creek Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Ellen L. Tilson on 29 Nov 1925 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Ellen (daughter of John Squibb Tilson and Margaret Brown) was born in Apr 1885 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died about 1970 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Sarah married Mister Brigman about 1895. Mister was born about 1875. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Oscar married Bertha Phillips about 1909 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Bertha (daughter of Napolean Bonaparte Phillips and Katie Moore) was born on 18 Feb 1891 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Apr 1969 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Leota married Newberry Rice about 1907 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Newberry (son of John Calvin Rice and Malinda Jane Shelton) was born on 2 Jul 1887; died on 9 Nov 1972 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Melissa married Steven Alman Hardin on 1 Nov 1892 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Steven (son of George W. Hardin and Dulcenia Jane Briggs) was born in Aug 1869 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Mar 1956 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Calvin married Cordelia Roxanna Stockton on 23 Nov 1892 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Cordelia (daughter of Thomas Jefferson Stockton and Eliza E. Carter) was born on 10 Dec 1875 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 May 1958 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lee married Martha Silvers on 4 May 1902 in , Unicoi County, Tennessee, . Martha was born on 4 Apr 1884 in , Unicoi County, , ; died on 10 Mar 1911. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lee married Estelle Shelton on 15 Jan 1912 in , Unicoi County, Tennessee, . Estelle was born about 1895; died about 1983. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Wesley married Barbara Jane Edwards on 30 Sep 1900 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Barbara was born in Jan 1886 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 29 May 1970 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pinkney married Leota Rice on 7 May 1908 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Leota (daughter of Jesse Siler Rice and Margaret L. McIntosh) was born on 27 Apr 1888 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Nov 1977 in Greene County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Harriett married Starling Saplin Hensley about 1901 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Starling was born on 23 Feb 1880; died on 19 Oct 1947 in Greenville County, , , South Carolina; was buried in Graceland West Cemetery, , Greenville County, South Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jonas married Dilla Jane Silvers about 1902 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Dilla (daughter of John Wesley Silvers and Narcissa Delene Hardin) was born on 5 Nov 1886 in , Yancey County, North Carolina, ; died on 28 Mar 1992 in Greene County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Flag Pond, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Josephine Cody on 17 Jun 1917 in , Madison County, North Carolina, . Josephine was born on 26 Oct 1891 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Oct 1957 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mayberry Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married George W. Silvers about 1915 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. George (son of John Wesley Silvers and Narcissa Delene Hardin) was born on 20 Jul 1893 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 22 Feb 1977 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blankenship Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clifford married Annie Hensley about 1916. Annie was born on 30 Dec 1896; died on 23 Oct 1983; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Luther married Eunice Proffitt about 1923. Eunice was born on 18 May 1905; died on 21 Dec 1996 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blankenship Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Columbus married Berdie Willis on 17 Apr 1928 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Berdie (daughter of William Jasper Willis and Hester Jones) was born about 1906 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died about 1986 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roscoe married Margaret Lucille South about 1934 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Margaret was born on 8 May 1916; was buried in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Committed suicide by hanging himself at C.C.C. Camp #1473, Sullivan County, Tennessee.

Thomas married Doris Lee Presley about 1948 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Doris (daughter of John Walter Presley and Mary Naomi Franklin) was born on 10 Sep 1936 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 20 Mar 2018 in Knox County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Washington County Memory Gardens, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married Clifford H. Willis about 1950 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Clifford (son of David Walter Willis and Hester Elizabeth Taylor) was born on 6 Oct 1927 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Jul 1992 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Parley married Edith Pate on 8 Nov 1935 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Edith (daughter of James Milton Pate and Brejettie Mathis) was born on 14 Feb 1916 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Sep 1981 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Matilda married Carver Vance Treadway on 26 Nov 1922 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Carver (son of Leroy F. Treadway and Hanna Brigitta Willis) was born on 20 Mar 1886 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 15 Dec 1971 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Hamie Elizabeth Hensley on 29 Feb 1932 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Hamie was born on 29 Feb 1916 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 9 Feb 2008 in Greene County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Ruby Jalene Smith. Ruby was born on 13 Dec 1910 in , , Tennessee, ; died on 5 Dec 1958 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mendia married Hubert Franklin Stockton about 1922 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Hubert (son of William Henry Stockton and Laura Alice Willis) was born on 20 Aug 1900 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 29 Jun 1989 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roseville Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jasper married Bonnie Cutshall on 18 Oct 1904 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Bonnie was born about 1907 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pearl married Ray Benton Grindstaff on 1 Jul 1939 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. Ray (son of David M. Grindstaff and Sarah Elizabeth Price) was born on 9 Mar 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 8 Oct 1989 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roy married Marie Sliger about 1943 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Marie was born on 10 Apr 1925 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Apr 2012 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mayberry Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JONESBOROUGH - Mrs. Ruby Blankenship age 94, Jonesborough, passed away Tuesday February 26, 2019 at Lakebridge Health Care Center.

Mrs. Blankenship was born in Washington County and the daughter of the late William Curly & Josephine Cody Blankenship. She was also preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Lucile Blankenship, Esther Yarbor, Roy Blankenship, Campbell Blankenship, Fred Blankenship, Homer Blankenship, Welzia Blankenship, Floyd Blankenship and Fate Blankenship.

She was of the Methodist faith.

Mrs. Blankenship was a Hairdresser for over 70 years.

Survivors include a sister Velma Walters; and several nephews and nieces.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Friday, March 1, 2019 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 pm Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. John Hitechew officiating. Interment services will follow at Mayberry Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be nephews.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Homer married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JONESBOROUGH - Lula Jane "Mammie" Silvers Morrow, 91, of E.G. Morrow Road, Limestone, died Saturday at her residence.

A native of Flag Pond, she was a daughter of the late George and Mary Etta Blankenship Silvers. She was the widow of Marvel Alexander Morrow.

She was a member of Limestone Free Will Baptist Church.

Mrs. Morrow was a homemaker.

Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: Bill and Teresa Morrow, E.G. and Faye Morrow, and Carroll Morrow, all of Limestone; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; five brothers: Grady Silvers of Telford, Harrison Silvers and Offie Silvers, both of Flag Pond, Charlie "Bug" Silvers of Telford, and Riley Silvers of Erwin; three sisters: Eunice MacIntosh of Johnson City, Sally Rice of Erwin, and Jettie Silvers of Flag Pond; a special sister-in-law: Reba Silvers of the Clear Springs community; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Morrow was preceded in death by one daughter, Alta Morrow, and two sons, Hoza Morrow and Everette Morrow.

The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. today at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home in Jonesborough.

A graveside service will be held at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning in Limestone FWB Church Cemetery. The Rev. Alfred Cutshall and the Rev. David Reece will officiate.

Pallbearers will be Freddie Morrow, Ricky Morrow, Lonnie Silvers, Jeff Stuart, Jason Stuart, Wayne Morrow, James Morrow, Johnny Briggs, Matthew Morrow and Jerry Morrow.
Dewey Hensley will be an honorary pallbearer

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Jettie Silvers, age 92, formerly of 142 Tyler St., Erwin, passed away at Erwin Health Care Center on Friday, September 24, 2010.

She is a native and lifetime resident of Unicoi County, TN, and is the daughter of the late George and Mary Etta Blankenship Silvers. Jettie was a homemaker, and a great mother, who loved her children and grandchildren. She was a member of Roseville Baptist Church.

Other than her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Ezra Silvers; son, Ezra Silvers Jr.; 4 Brothers; and 3 Sisters

She leaves behind: Three Sons: Wiley Silvers and Claude Silvers, of Flag Pond, and Cozy Silvers, of Erwin; Four Daughters: Shirley Tipton, Lennis Tipton, Velda Burchett and Ann Davis, all of Erwin; Three Brothers: Harrison Silvers and Offie Silvers, of Flag Pond, and Riley Silvers of Erwin; Two Sisters: Sally Rice, of Erwin, and Eunice McIntosh, of Johnson City; 33 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and several great-great grandchildren.

Services will be at 7 P.M. Monday, September 27, 2010, at the Chapel of Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Craig Shelton will officiate. Musical Selections will be provided by Carrie Ford.

The family will receive friends at Valley Funeral Home from 5 p.m. until service time.

Interment will be at noon, Tuesday, September 28, 2010, in Silvers Cemetery, Stockton Rd., Flag Pond.

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Grady Silvers

Died: Jan. 28, 2009

JONESBOROUGH -- Grady Silvers, 89, Telford, died Wednesday at his home.

His family stated, "He went to be with his Lord."

Born in Unicoi County, he was a son of the late Georgie and Marietta Blankenship Silvers.

Mr. Silvers served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.

He was a retired farmer and carpenter.

Mr. Silvers was of the Baptist tradition of faith.

He was the widower of Stella Mae Briggs Silvers, who died May 14, 2001.

Survivors include five sons and their wives: Dennis Silvers of Telford, Gary and Linda Silvers, Buddy and Diane Silvers, and Randy and LaDonna Silvers, all of Limestone, and Gordon and Sherry Silvers of Jonesborough; two daughters and their husbands: Janice and Richard Anders and Geraldine and Roger Davis; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three sisters: Jetta Silvers and Sally Rice, both of Erwin, and Eunice McIntosh of Johnson City; three brothers: Harrison Silvers and Offie Silvers, both of Flag Pond, and Rollie Silvers of Erwin; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a daughter: Annice Cable; a granddaughter; four brothers: Freeman Silvers, Elroy Silvers, Charlie Silvers and Claude Silvers; and three sisters: Beulah Silvers, Lula Morrow and Ola Silvers.

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Harrison Silvers, age 90, Flag Pond, passed away peacefully at the Johnson City Medical Center on Friday, June 4, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of Flag Pond and a son of the late George and Marietta Blankenship Silvers. Harrison was the last of fourteen children and was very thankful for the long life that he had.
Harrison was a farmer and cut timber all his life. He was a member of Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church for fifty-six years where he was a Deacon and Elder of the Church. Harrison was a wonderful husband, daddy, and papaw. He loved the Lord and everyone he met. He never met a stranger.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-nine cherished years, Rellie Jane Silvers on December 28, 2020; one son, Michael Lester Silvers; one grandson, Seth Price; seven brothers, Grady, Charlie, Elroy, Claude, Offie, Rollie and Freeman Silvers; six sisters, Lula Morrow, Getta Silvers, Beulah Silvers Robinson, Sally Rice, Eunice McIntosh, and Ola Silvers.
Harrison leaves behind to cherish his memory, one son, Tim Silvers and wife, Angela of Jonesborough; two daughters: Nancy Price and husband, Victor, Teresa Campbell and husband, Dana all of Erwin; eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, two special brothers-in-law: Horace (Reva) Stockton and Carter (Betty) Stockton; several nieces, nephews and too many special friends to mention also survive.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Tuesday June 8, 2021, at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday June 9, 2021, at the Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Rev. Craig Shelton and Rev. George Rolling will officiate. Music will be provided by Tim Harris and Phyllis Bennett. Committal will follow in the Stockton Cemetery.
The following is a tribute from a special friend that perfectly describes Harrison: Today I am saddened to say goodbye to Mr. Harrison Silvers. I met Mr. Harrison not too long after I moved up here. I attended church with him and his wife at a little Presbyterian church close by. Though not long enough, for four years, I had the pleasure of getting to know him. He was a fascinating man in my eyes. He was born in the mountains some 90 years ago. He was raised on the grounds where my cabin stands today. He made his living in the mountains through logging and milling timber. He was a fair and honest businessman who still believed in a handshake and a man's word. He was an awesome historian to me. He would tell me about life in the old days and how they would log with a team of mules. He always talked about coming back up on the "old homeplace" and finding that cold water spring to have one last drink out of. We talked about faith in Christ and the blessings we both have received. He was a Man's man, no doubt. However, he had a kind gentle spirit. He was a man to look up to and a man to admire. He was a man that I am honored to call my friend.
Mr. Harrison, I regret we never had the opportunity to locate that spring, but I feel certain that that spring is flowing in heaven for you. Though saddened by your departure, I am happy that you are reunited with your loved ones and that you are at Jesus's side. Farewell my friend till we meet again, I am so grateful for your friendship.
Love, Matt

Family/Spouse: Rellie Jane Stockton. Rellie (daughter of Hubert Franklin Stockton and Mendia Jane Tipton) was born on 27 Jun 1936 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Dec 2020 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roseville Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Eunice Silvers McIntosh, 86, began her earthly journey on Dec. 8, 1931 in Flag Pond, TN and in the early morning hours of Nov. 3, 2018, surrounded by her children, and family, the Lord called her home.

She was the youngest daughter of George and Marrietta Blankenship Silvers. At the time of her home going, she was being cared for by the Center on Aging and Health in Erwin, TN. She grew up in Flag Pond, TN although most of her adult life, she lived in Johnson City, TN.

Our mother was a homemaker, she often stated one of the joys of this life was raising her children. One of our fondest memories would be coming home from school and Mom being there, and the wonderful aromas from the meal she would be preparing for us. Mom so enjoyed the holidays, birthdays, and Sunday lunches that she would cook huge meals. She was so happy when all or some of her children came home to eat with her and Dad. Always around the end of October, she would start making candies, cookies, and cakes to have during the holidays for us, and also to give to neighbors and friends. The grandchildren and great-grandchildren would always say "Mamaw is a great cooker." Mom enjoyed teaching us girls how to cook, and to preserve food, even how to pickle certain food the way her mother and grandmother taught her. Her grandchildren will remember all the times they dyed eggs with Mamaw, carved pumpkins and especially making candies at her house, the laughter, and also hearing "Ok you all better calm down or I am going to get my switch." They knew she meant it and also knew she loved them enough to correct them.

After her children were grown, Mom worked for a short time at Pharmaseal and in later years she was employed at Tri Cities Christian School, doing what she loved, cooking. She loved being around the children and making sure everyone had a good meal.

Our Mother always took us to church as children. Working with small children in Sunday School, and vacation bible school, our home also was opened weekly along with other neighbors homes for children's bible classes. More times than not, she would be in the nursery caring for the babies during church services. She was Mamaw, not only to her grandchildren, but to many others. Dad did not attend church when we were small children, still Mom took us to church and through her faithfulness to her Lord and praying, the Lord answered her prayers. Our father accepted the Lord and our home was Christ centered.

Truly Proverbs 31: 10-31 fits our Mother, she was not perfect, she truly was virtuous, her price is far above rubies, the heart of her husband doth trust her, worketh willing her hands. She opened her arms to the poor and needy, clothed in strength, speaks with wisdom, her children arise and call her blessed, her husband also, he praiseth her. She Loved!

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Garland L. McIntosh, the love of her life, she told so many. They truly were one, and after Dad went home, Mom never seemed satisfied in this world without him. They are together once more. Also her sisters: Ola Silvers, Lula Marrow, Jettie Silvers, Bulah Robinson, Sallie Rice; her brothers: Claude, Grady, Freeman, Elroy, Raleigh, and Charlie Silvers; mother and father-in-law, Richard Axie McIntosh, brother and sister-in-law, Howard and Vonda Lee McIntosh, brother in-in-law, Eugene Rice, other family members, and life long friends were there to welcome her home.

She is survived by two sons: Richard (Joan) McIntosh, Chris (Tammy) McIntosh, daughters: Sharon (Reese) Hulse, Kathleen (Greg) Phillips, grandchildren: Mellisa (Todd) Bingham, Robert (Christy) McIntosh, Tina McIntosh, Jennifer (Chris) Hyder, Michelle (Jerry) Simpson, Heather (Jamie) Hughes, Beth (Keith) Hulse, Jason Jones, Connor and Cooper McIntosh; great-grandchildren: Ashley, Trey, and Bailey Bingham, Alex and Braxton Smith, Hunter and Hayden McIntosh, James and Patrick Hyder, Jonathan Tipton, Taylor Allman, Jerrica Simpson, Justin Wilcox, Kelsie, Dawlton, Chesney, Hughes, Cody and Dillion Jones, Madison French, Olivia and Peyton Hulse; great-great-grandchildren: Ava Tipton, Greyson Wilcox; her brothers: Harrison (Rellie) Silvers, Offie (Ellieen) Silvers; sisters-in-law: Reba Silvers, Geneva Silvers, Pauline Rice, Martha Ricker; brothers-in-law: Kenneth McIntosh, Foy Lee (Nancy) McIntosh, Andy (Debbie) McIntosh; very special niece, Carol Sue Price, and several other nieces and nephews.

Our family would like to thank the Center on Aging and Health for the care given to our mother, especially the staff on the Special Care Unit, Amy, Melissa, David/Dean, Karen, Christy, Shana, Kevin Laws (Chaplain), and several others. A huge thank you to Amedysis Hospice, especially Rebecca "Becky" Edwards, for their help and compassion during a difficult time, which was greatly appreciated.

Much love and appreciation to Ms. Helga McKinney and Mrs. Debbie Mitchell for caring for our Mom and making sure her needs were always met. The love you showed to her will never be forgotten. Thank you to Madison French (Mamaw's special great-granddaughter) who stayed with her and helped with her needs, loved on her, like they were peas in a pod.

Much love has also been shown to Mom from Pleasant Beach Baptist Church, and Oakland Avenue Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Erwin. The cards, visits and most of all prayers were a blessing.

The family will greet friends to share memories on Wednesday, November7, 2018 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Tetrick Funeral Services Johnson City and other times at Mr. McIntosh's daughter, Sharon's home in Jonesborough.

A Celebration of Eunice's Life will be held at 7:00 pm Wednesday in the funeral home chapel. The service will be officiated by Dr. Reggie Weems, Pastor Mark Fowler, and Pastor Charles Biggs. Music will be provided by Michelle Simpson, Beth Ann Hulse, and Alison Grace Holder, and a poem read by Melissa Bingham. A Graveside and Committal Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday at Fairview Cemetery in Jonesborough. Active pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons.

Eunice married Garland Lawrence McIntosh about 1950 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Garland (son of Richard Pierson McIntosh and Axie Sevilla Fender) was born on 12 Jan 1929 in Rutherford County, , , North Carolina; died on 3 Jun 2016 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Fairview United Methodist Church Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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FLAG POND - Offie Silvers, age 84, Flag Pond went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 21, 2019. He was a lifelong resident of Flag Pond and a son of the late George and Marietta Blankenship Silvers. Offie was a farmer, worked in a sawmill, and cut timber all his life.

In addition to his parents, Offie was preceded in death by one son, David Tipton on March 05, 2005; twelve brothers and sisters.

Offie leaves behind to cherish his memory, his beloved wife of sixty four years, Eileen Tipton Silvers; two daughters: Lib Woodward, Flag Pond, Jeannette Porter and husband, Larry, Limestone; one daughter-in-law, Dottie Tipton, Flag Pond; one brother, Harrison Silvers and wife, Rellie, Flag Pond; two grandsons: Mitcheal Hensley, Flag Pond, Josh and Renea Tipton, Telford; five granddaughters: Chasity and Lyle Ross, Telford, Kim and Nicholas Tucker, Amber and Nick Fender, all of Erwin, Erica Porter and Darren Kelley, Elizabethton, Cassey Pridgen, Flag Pond; twenty great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Monday, February 25, 2019 at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home, and other times at his residence. The funeral service will be held at 7:00 P.M., Reverend Craig Shelton will officiate. Music will be provided by the Sweetwater Church of God singers. J.B. Watts, Carroll Watts, Nick Tucker, Mab Silvers, Harold Byrd, Ronnie Silvers will serve as pallbearers. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at the Silverstown Cemetery, Flag Pond.

Ophia married Eilene Tipton about 1955 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Eilene (daughter of Jasper Tipton and Bonnie Cutshall) was born about 1934 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Feb 2022 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Silvers Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Emma Lee Shelton was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world on March 19, 2021, at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Emma Lee often said she had a great life filled with love and treasured experiences. She was a 1982 ETSU graduate as a Dental Lab Technologist. This career was fitting for her as it allowed her to aid others see the beauty in themselves. She enjoyed camping, traveling, decorating and most of all spending time making memories with her family.

She is survived and cherished by the love of her life Wendell L. Shelton Sr., husband for over 55 years; son, Wendell L. Shelton Jr. and wife Janet; son; Michael S. Shelton and wife Nikki; grandchildren, Rebecca, Clay, Gabriella, Bayleigh, Justin and Ben; great grandchildren, Kaylyn and Gavin; siblings, Irene Harshbarger, Clarence Willis, Judy Elswick, Jerry Willis, Gary Willis, Darlene Davis, Roy Michael Willis, Nina Kay Corn and Debbie Davis.

She was preceded in death by her parents David F. and Estelle Willis; brother, Jack Willis and granddaughter, Gracie Shelton.

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JOHNSON CITY - Mr. Daniel W. Blankenship, age 81, Johnson City, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center.

Mr. Blankenship was born in Washington County, TN and the son of the late Roscoe & Margaret South Blankenship. He was preceded in death by sisters, Mary Ellen Presnell, Alice Littleton and Bernice Ledford and a brother, Paul Blankenship.

He was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include a sister, Mabel Blankenship Pennington (John), Johnson City; a brother, James Blankenship, Greeneville; brother-in-law, Russell Ledford; several nephews, nieces, great nephews and nieces.

Graveside services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Friday, August 5, 2022, at Washington County Memory Gardens.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Judy Ann Williams was born May 28, 1952 the daughter of Clifford and Pauline Blankenship Willis. She was married to Broyate Royal Willims and had one son Broyate Royal Williams Jr.

Judy was a beautiful, caring and giving lady who was loved by all who knew her. She and her husband attended Roseville Baptist Church until she was no longer able to attend.

Judy had heart and lung problems at an early age. It progressed to where she was scheduled to have a heart and lung transplant at Vanderbilt University by Dr. William (Bill) Frisk in 1988. This was the first heart/lung transplant performed at Vanderbilt. Judy was able to come home and spent time with her family. She cane to visit Katheryn and I on one of her trips home. Judy live about two years after the transplant.

It has been twenty five years and I still think of her quite often. She now has a daughter in law and three grandchildren.

Sadly at the age of 37 God called Judy home where she would never suffer again.

Judy married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Eugene Rice, age 78, 501 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, passed away Friday, January 23, 2015, in the Johnson City Medical Center. he was a lifelong resident o f Unicoi County and a son of the late Parley F. and Edith Pate Rice.

Mr. Rice retired in 2004 from Nuclear Fuel Services after forty-five years of employment. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Erwin, Flag Pond Masonic Lodge, a former member of the Erwin Jaycees and a former member of the Farm Bureau Board of Directors. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Maria Ellen Rice on January 16, 2011 and a sister, Linda Rice.

Mr. Rice leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of fifty-six years, Pauline B. Rice; three sons, Michael Rice and wife, Gail of Erwin, Marvin Rice and wife, Belinda of St. Louis, MO and Alan Rice of Utah; two brothers, Robert Rice and wife, Martha of Erwin and Ivan Rice of Telford; two sisters, Mary Sue Mashburn and husband, Phillip of Flag Pond and Brenda Bennett and husband, Jerry of Erwin; three grandchildren, Hannah, Chloe and David Rice; several uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces and cousins also survive. Dad loved his family, these mountains and the fruits thereof: whether branch lettuce with cornbread in the Spring, blackberry or blueberry cobbler in the Summer and a fresh apple butter biscuit in the Fall; with us, Dad shared them all.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, from 12:30 P. M. to the hour of service at 2:00 P. M. from the First Baptist Church, Erwin. Reverend Macil Duncan and Dr. Ray Sorrells will officiate. Doug Clark will preside over Masonic Rites. Music will be provided by Sherrill Gibson. The deacons of First Baptist Church will serve as pallbearers.

Committal service will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.

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Inez Treadway Metcalf, age 96, of Flag Pond, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at her home. She was a lifelong resident of Flag Pond and the daughter of the late Carver and Matilda Hardin Treadway.
Inez worked as a painter for Blue Ridge Pottery in her younger years. She retired from Morrill Motors after twenty-six years of service. Inez enjoyed cooking for family, working on the farm and in the Apple Orchard. She was a lifetime member of Shady Grove Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Zade Metcalf in 2005 and all her brothers and sisters.
Inez was a precious mother to her three daughters: Yuvonda (Howard) Jenkins, Sharon (Roger) Fender, and Debbie (Jerry) Shelton; a loving grandmother to her grandchildren: Joey Jenkins, Janet (Rodney) Jenkins Shelton, Kimberly (Alan) Fender Wyatt, and Kelly (Joey) Shelton Willis; her great grandchildren: Avery, Bailey, Zade, Brooklyn, Emily, and Mason; her honorary grandson, Elijah; several nieces and nephews also survive.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 Pm Friday, April 30, 2021 at the Shady Grove Baptist Church, Flag Pond. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM with Rev. Jerry Shelton, Rev. Danny Jenkins, and Rev. Josh Vestal officiating. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Committal service will follow in the State Line Cemetery.

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HULL – John Rufe Treadway, 78, died Sunday, October 18, 2009, at his residence.
Born in Unicoi, Tenn., on June 27, 1931, he was the son of the late Carter Vance and Tilda Hardin Treadway. He was a retired automobile mechanic and also worked for the highway department. He was of the Holiness denomination. Mr. Treadway was preceded in death by six brothers; and one sister.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn Ballew Treadway, Hull; sons, Carver Vance and John W. Treadway; daughters, Eula Mae Blankenship and Elaine Briggs, both of Flag Pond, Tenn., Mary E. Roadenberry, and Shirley Cooper; stepdaughters, Charlotte Evans and Rhonda Knapp, both of Elberton, Lisa Mize, Athens, and Tammy Owens, Commerce; stepsons, Keith Epps, Danielsville, and Kevin Epps, Hoschton; sisters, Evelyn Miller, North Carolina, and Inez Metcalf, Flag Pond, Tenn.; 18 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 20, at 2 p.m., in the chapel of Pruitt Funeral Home with the Revs. David Strickland and Don Nestor officiating. Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Bowman.

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Gaye Treadway, 55, of Ridge Cove Road, Enka, N.C. died Friday, March 31, 1989 in Asheville, N.C. Veteran Administration Medical Center.
A native of Unicoi County, Tennessee, he had lived in North Carolina for 20 years. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and a former employee of Beacon Manufacturing Company. He belonged to Shady Grove Baptist Church in Flag Pond, Tennessee and Flag Pond Masonic Lodge No. 408 F&AM.
He was survived by five brothers, Jack and Leonard Treadway of Flag Pond, Tennessee, Rufe Treadway of Athens, Georgia, Charles Treadway of Enka, N.C. and Lewis Treadway of Erwin, Tennessee; and three sisters, Inez Metcalf of Flag Pond, Tennessee, Ester Moore and Evelyn Miller of Arden, N.C.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 3, 1989 in Ledford Funeral Home chapel in Erwin, Tennesse with the Revs. Jerry Shelton and Jerry Kent officiating. Members of Flag Pond Masonic Lodge # 408 F&AM conducted masonic rites at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 1989 at the funeral home. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Erwin, Tennessee.

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Charles Reece Treadway, 63, of 427 Reeves Cove Road, Candler, N.C. died Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at his home.A native of Flag Pond, Tennessee, Mr. Treadway was a son of the late Carver and Matilda Treadway. He will be reunited with his loving wife of 40 years, Ruth, who died in 2006.Mr. Treadway graduated from Unicoi County High School, in Tennessee. He formerly worked at the American Enka Plant, then with Moore's Building Supplies Company for 33 years and more recently with Jenning's Building Supplies Company. He was also a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Vietnam. He faithfully attended New Morgan Hill Baptist Church. He was formerly active with the Hominy Valley Recreation League for over 20 years.He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and devoted husband. He is survived by his daughter, Lee Anne Tucker and husband, Austin, of Candler, N.C.; sons, Randy Treadway and wife, Toyna, of Paintsville, Kentucky, and Jody Treadway and wife, Lisa,of Candler, N.C.; sisters, Evelyn Miller of Arden, N.C. and Inez Metcalf of Flag Pond, Tennessee; brother, John Rufe Treadway and wife, Marilyn, of Hull, Georgia; amd two grandsons, Tyler and Jake Treadway.The funeral service was held at 3 p.m. Monday, June 23, 2008 at New Morgan Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Roy Houston officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park with military rites performed by the Buncombe County Veteran's Council.

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TSgt. Garland Tipton, USAF Retired, passed away Monday at his home.
He was born February 9, 1937 in Flag Pond, TN, a son of the late Frank and Hamie Tipton.
He retired from the Air Force after 20 years of service.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years: Betty L. Nelson Tipton; one son: TSgt. Dwight Tipton, Retired, and wife, Terrie Tipton; granddaughter: Tabitha; grandsons: Isaac and Jacob; six great-grandchildren; brother: Dean (Sharon) Tipton; sisters-in-law: Joy, Katie, and Evelyn.
At his request there will be no service or visitation.

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ERWIN - Horace Mack Stockton, age 94, of Erwin, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at his home. A native of Flag Pond, Horace is a son of the late Hubert Mack and Mindy Jane (Tipton) Stockton. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, where he served in the Korean War. When he wasn’t working as an Electrical Contractor, he enjoyed Beekeeping. In addition to his parents, Horace is preceded in death by his first wife: Betty Jane Stockton; step-son: James Larry Furchess; son: Robert Gray Stockton; great-grandson: Aiden Patrick Turner; brothers: Clarence Stockton, Claude Stockton and Blaine Stockton; and sister: Rellie Silvers.
Horace Mack Stockton has left behind to cherish his memory: wife: Reva (Lyle) Stockton; brother: Carter Stockton; son: Steve Stockton and wife, Gail; daughter: Abbie Jill McCurry and husband, Jeff; step-sons: Steve Edwards and wife, Brenda and Tim Edwards and wife, Debbie; granddaughters: Misty Caish and Shannon Turner; grandson: Justin Luke McCurry; great-grandchildren: Dylan, Kirstin and Cayson; Step-grandchildren: Brandi, Jennifer, TJ and Kelly; step-great-grandchildren: Ainsley, Eli, Bo, Hudson and Ireland.
The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Horace Mack Stockton in a funeral service to be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, November 29, 2021 in the chapel at Valley Funeral Home. Reverend Steve Rice and Reverend Art Gibson will officiate. Musical selections will be provided by Justin Luke McCurry and Shannon Turner. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 5:00 pm on Monday and continue until service time at Valley Funeral Home. A committal service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 in Evergreen Cemetery. Those attending the committal service should meet at Valley Funeral Home by 10:30 am on Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be Larry Norris, David Step, Everett Tipton, Howard Hoilman, Tim Edwards and Steve Edwards.

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ERWIN - Carter Stockton, age 89, of Erwin, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022. A native of Erwin, Carter is a son of the late Hubert and Mindy (Tipton) Stockton. He was a member of Erwin Church of Christ and was a Pipefitter by trade. Carter loved his grandchildren and dog. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and making a good trade. In addition to his parents, Carter is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Betty Lillian (Tipton) Stockton and his daughter, Cathy Jo Buck.

Carter Stockton has left behind to cherish his memory: son, Terry L. Stockton and significant other, Judith N. Jones; 6 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Carter Stockton in a funeral service to be held at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Erwin Church of Christ. Minister Jeff Winters will officiate. A visitation period to share memories and offer support to the family will begin at 11:00 am on Tuesday and will continue until service time at Erwin Church of Christ. A committal service will be held in Evergreen Cemetery following the funeral. Those attending the committal service should meet at Erwin Church of Christ by 12:00 pm on Tuesday to go in procession to the cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers will be: Chris Stockton, Terry Hensley, Michael Peterson and Aaron Peterson.

Family/Spouse: Betty Lillian Tipton. Betty was born about 1934 in , Yancey County, , North Carolina; died on 12 Oct 2021 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Rellie Jane Silvers, age 84, Flag Pond, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 28, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of Flag Pond and a daughter of the late Hubert and Mindie Jane Tipton Stockton.
Rellie retired from Morrill Motors after twenty-eight years of service. She was a member of Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church for fifty-six years. Rellie loved the Lord. She enjoyed cooking and was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Michael Lester Silvers; three brothers: Clarence, Claude, and Blaine Stockton.
Rellie leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband of sixty-nine cherished years, Harrison Silvers; one son, Tim Silvers and wife, Angela of Jonesborough; two daughters: Nancy Price and husband, Victor, Teresa Campbell and husband, Dana all of Erwin; two brothers: Horace Stockton and wife, Reva, Carter Stockton and wife, Betty all of Erwin; nine grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Jennie Moore Presbyterian Church. Rev. Craig Shelton and Rev. George Rolling will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until time of service. Committal will follow in the Stockton Cemetery.

Family/Spouse: Harrison Silvers. Harrison (son of George W. Silvers and Mary Etta "Marietta" Blankenship) was born on 19 Jun 1930 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Jun 2021 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roseville Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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FLAG POND - Hoy W. Tipton, age 94, Flag Pond, passed away Wednesday April 21, 2021 at Center on Aging. He was lifelong resident of Flag Pond and a son of the late Jasper and Bonnie Cutshall Tipton.

Hoy was a member of Sweetwater Church of God and attended as long as his health permitted. He retired from farming after his health declined.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-six years, Ina Lee Slivers Tipton on July 16, 2016; one grandson, Joseph Williams, one brother: Wayne Tipton; two sisters, Kathryn Rice and Ollie Black; brother-in-law, Offie Silvers; sister-in-law, Jean Tipton.

Hoy leaves behind to cherish his memory, one daughter, Polly Woodward and husband, Ray of Erwin; three brothers: Vernon Tipton of Greeneville, Dallas Tipton of WV, Blake Tipton of Erwin; one sister: Eileen Silvers of Flag Pond; one grandson, Ashley Woodward; two great grandchildren: Abigail Woodward and Carson Woodward; two brothers-in-law, Edgar Rice of Flag Pond, J. B. Silvers and wife, Millie of Burnsville, NC; two sisters-in-law: Vernie Briggs of Erwin, Velva Sparks and husband, Freeman of Erwin; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Graveside service will be held at 12:00 Noon Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Evergreen Cemetery. Rev. Kevin Laws will officiate. Pallbearers will be Ashley Woodward, Carson Woodward, Jack Tipton, Willie Edwards, Isaac Lewis, and Lonnie Harris.

Hoy married Ina Lee Silvers on 6 Jul 1950 in Washington County, , , Tennessee. Ina (daughter of Anderson Silvers and Minnie J. (Silvers)) was born on 14 May 1925 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 16 Jul 2016 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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FLAG POND - Eileen Tipton Silvers, age 88, Flag Pond, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, February 3, 2022. She is a daughter of the late Jasper and Bonnie Cutshall Tipton. Eileen was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County.
She retired from Morrill Motors in 2012 after forty-seven years of service. Eileen attended Sweetwater Church of God. She enjoyed cross-stitching, embroidering, solving word searches and reading her bible. Eileen was an excellent cook and famous for her delicious cat-head biscuits. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and sitting on her porch. Eileen always enjoyed having company over to visit her.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-four years, Offie Silvers on February 21, 2019; her son, David Tipton; two brothers: Wayne and Hoy Tipton; two sisters: Katheryn Rice and Novella “Ollie” Black.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory, two daughters: Lib Woodward, Flag Pond and Jeannette Porter (Larry), Limestone; three brothers: Vernon Tipton, Greeneville, Dallas Tipton, Johnson City and Blake Tipton, Erwin; daughter-in-law, Dottie Tipton; brother-in-law, Edgar Rice; seven grandchildren; twenty-one great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive.
The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 7, 2022, at the Robert Ledford Funeral Home. Reverend Craig Shelton will officiate the 7:00 p.m. funeral service. Committal service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday in the Silverstown Cemetery, Flag Pond Community. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Everyone is asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to friends, Amber, Reva, Fay and Shirley; Ballad Health Hospice staff: Torraina, Candace, Greg and Robbie for all the love and care shown to Eileen and her family.

Eilene married Ophia "Offie" Silvers about 1955 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Ophia (son of George W. Silvers and Mary Etta "Marietta" Blankenship) was born on 28 Apr 1934 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Feb 2019 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Silvers Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mary Lou Grindstaff Haun, who loved to be called “Momma” by her kids, departed her loving family on August 12, 2021.

Mary Lou was born in Johnson City, TN on February 10, 1947, to Pearl Tipton Grindstaff and Ray Benton Grindstaff.

Mary Lou was mother to Rex Grindstaff, Jennifer Williams, Richard Haun and Randy Haun with love and devotion in Johnson City, TN.

Mary Lou was retired. She enjoyed spending time with friends, crafting and doting on her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Her family was her greatest joy.

She is survived by her children Rex, Jennifer, Richard, Randy (Leigh) grandchildren Shae Allen, James (T.J.) West (Maddi), Gabe Grindstaff, Gracie Grindstaff, Megan Haun and Jake Haun, great grandchildren Atticus and Warner West. She also loved and was loved by her nieces and nephews.

Aside from the children, Mary Lou is survived by her siblings Sarah Lee Tipton, Gail Lawson, Sandra Hamilton, and Allen Grindstaff. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents and brothers R.B. Grindstaff, Dale Grindstaff and sister Wanda Beals.

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ATHENS, TN - Janet “Ruth” Rice, 73, of Athens, passed away Monday March 8, 2021 at NHC Health Care in Athens, TN.

She was a native of Washington County, and was a long-time resident of Jonesborough, TN and was daughter to the late Roy and Marie Blankenship.

She was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church and graduate of Lamar High School. She retired from Alliance Data Systems in Johnson City, TN.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Kristi Dawn Rice and nephew Justin Blankenship.

She is survived by her son, Jeff and Tiffany Rice; step-grandchildren, Gage and Sydnee Duncan; a brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Myra Blankenship; a nephew and spouse, Matt and Angie Blankenship; niece and spouse, Larae and Phil Graves; and several great nieces and one great nephew.

The family would like to thank NHC Health Care for their care and kindness during her stay.

Due to the Covid-19 restrictions there will not be a formal visitation but friends may come by Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home from 2:00-6:00 pm Thursday, March 11, 2021 to sign the register.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday March 12, 2021 at Mayberry Community Cemetery in Jonesborough, TN with Pastor Jeremy Dykes officiating.

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TELFORD - Wilma Jean Blankenship, age 70, Telford, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center.

Miss. Blankenship was born February 26, 1952, in Washington County and the daughter of the late Fred & Rebecca Hensley Blankenship. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Joann Saults, brother, Jerry Blankenship and special friend, Bill Browing.

She was a member of Vincent United Methodist Church until its closing.

Miss. Blankenship retired from Magnavox.

Survivors include a sister, Mary Hylton (Wallace); nephews and nieces, Eddie Brown (Kimberly), Becky Bailey, Sherry Booth (Gary) Michael Blankenship (Robin) and Michael Saults; great niece, Kayla Hill (Brandon); great-nephews, Tyler Brown (Gaby) and Trever Brown (Skyler); great-great nephews and nieces, Nehemiah and Camdon Hill and Ivy Mae Brown; sister-in-law, Brenda Gray; and a brother-in-law, Ron Saults.

Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM Monday, May 23, 2022, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Jeremy Dykes and Brandon Hill officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Monday prior to the service.

Graveside services will be conducted 2:00 PM, Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Vincent Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Eddie Brown, Brandon Hill, Tyler Brown, Trever Brown, Michael Blankenship and Gary Booth. Honorary Bearer Richie Saults.

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ERWIN - Heidi C. Willis Smith, age 38, Erwin, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 3, 2021 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin.

Heidi was a Manager at Food City. She was a member of Coffee Ridge Baptist Church.

Heidi loved people and she never met a stranger. She was feisty and enjoyed joking around with others, especially with her cousin, Chad. Heidi experienced many exciting adventures during her trips with family and friends. She always loved going to the beach. Heidi never missed an opportunity to shop for clothes, make-up or hair products. She absolutely hated to water flowers! Heidi liked collecting items with pictures of cherries on them. In her spare time, she liked to lounge around and be pampered like a princess.

On December 22, 2018 Heidi had her first date with Michael, who became her husband and the love of her life. She loved Michael and her boys with all her heart.

Heidi was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Robert R. Foster on January 26, 2019; paternal grandparents, Clifford Sr. and Pauline Willis; special aunt, Judy Williams.

Heidi leaves behind to cherish many special memories of her, husband, Michael Smith; her four boys: Jacob A. Smith, Michael A. Smith, Isaiah J. Smith and Isaac W. Smith; parents, Sherry Foster Gaddy (Roger); paternal grandmother, Frances “Nanny” Foster; father, Clifford Willis, Jr. (Mary); sister, Jessica Swope (Will); nephew and light of “Dee-Dee’s” life, Liam Swope; four aunt’s: Teresa “Teecee” Williams (Bud), Mary Gail Crawford (Jimmy), Carolyn Sparks (Johnny) and Alma Honeycutt; three uncles: Greg Willis (Cindy), Broyate Williams, David Gaddy (Debbie); very close cousins: Chad, Savannah, Wayne, Heather, Chloe, Corbin, Brett, Caleb and many other special cousins also survive.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 in the Robert Ledford Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Phillip Garland and Reverend Joey Murdock will officiate the 6:00 PM service. Eulogy will be delivered by Jessica Swope. Music will be provided by Grayson Riddle, Savannah and Brett Williams. Active pallbearers will be Michael Smith, Jacob Smith, Isaiah Smith, Isaac Smith, Chad Williams, Will Swope, Wayne Powers and Corbin Powers. Honorary pallbearers will be Brett Williams, Liam Swope and Caleb Williams. Committal will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday in the Evergreen Cemetery.

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Brian Patton, 45, Limestone, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
Mr. Patton was born April 19, 1977, in Johnson City. He was the husband of Hannah Patton and father of Holly Patton, Limestone.
Brian was a mechanic at Cardinal Glass in Kingsport. He was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. He was a great and honest man who was loved by everyone who knew him. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He loved spending his time teaching his daughter how to hunt, farm and help others.
Brian was a born again baptized Christian who put all his faith in God. While he may not have been able to attend church regularly, he made a point to watch sermons at home. Brian is now at peace with the Lord in Heaven.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carl and Ida Patton and Homer Blankenship.
In addition to his wife and daughter, survivors include his parents, Ronnie Patton and Judy Blakenship Patton; sister, April Julian (Randy); grandmother, Hilda Blankenship; mother-in-law, Sallie Fatherree; and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, December 11, at New Salem Cemetery with Rev. Craig Ponder officiating.

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