Clarissa Marlow Hampton

Clarissa married George Washington Heaton about 1825 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. George (son of John Heaton, Sr. and Elizabeth Vaught) was born about 1804 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died before 1860 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elizabeth married James Norman Julian about 1851 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. James was born about 1807 in Knox County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Oct 1888 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Heaton Creek, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Cause of death: consumption

John married Marilda Wilcox on 3 Apr 1860 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Marilda (daughter of David Wilcox, Sr. and Elizabeth Shell) was born about 1840 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Johnson married Mary Ann Snider on 13 Aug 1855 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of Isaac Snider and Matilda (Snider)) was born about 1835 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elkanah married Elizabeth "Betty" Simerly about 1875 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Elizabeth was born about 1854 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Anna Martha Hicks on 20 Aug 1881 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Anna was born on 12 Aug 1854 in Cocke County, , , Tennessee; died about 1933 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Lucretia Pritchard on 5 Sep 1882 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lucretia was born about 1865 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Cintha Jane Hughes on 6 Aug 1894 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Cintha was born in Aug 1872 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Mary Elmira Gouge on 27 Feb 1915 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Mary was born in Mar 1871 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Sarah married Elijah S. Hampton on 17 Jun 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Elijah was born on 5 Oct 1857 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 15 May 1939 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Hampton Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Lucinda Greer on 8 Dec 1888 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lucinda (daughter of James A. Greer and Elizabeth Laws) was born on 31 Mar 1872 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 5 Jul 1897 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Carolyn Octavia Calhoun on 28 Nov 1897 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Carolyn (daughter of James Calhoun and Phoebe Graybeal) was born on 12 Mar 1879 in Ashe County, , , North Carolina; died on 23 Mar 1971 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Some researchers name his father as Cain Heaton.

James married Callie Gaultney about 1901 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. Callie was born in Aug 1875 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 22 Sep 1907 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Lucy Estella "Lula" Gwyn on 28 Mar 1914 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Lucy (daughter of Abraham Gwyn and Mary Smith) was born on 7 Oct 1882 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 8 Nov 1951 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Heaton Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Mollie Vance on 10 Nov 1877 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mollie was born in Jul 1856 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Isaac married Sarah Ellen Hicks on 22 Jan 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Sarah was born about 1860. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Isaac married Nellie Twigs on 11 Nov 1889 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Nellie was born about 1875 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Austin married Betty Ellen Julian about 1900 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Betty (daughter of William Marion Julian and Elmira "Myra" Hughes) was born on 13 Jul 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 23 Feb 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eugenia married Hector N. "Heck" Boone about 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Hector (son of John Fagan Boone and Eliza Ann Julian) was born on 23 Mar 1884 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Vista Honeycutt on 16 Mar 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Vista was born on 25 Aug 1893; died on 31 Dec 1924 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roan Mountain, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Marianna Gragg about 1925 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Marianna (daughter of Richard Gragg and Amanda Greene) was born on 12 Jul 1893 in North Carolina, , , ; died on 24 Oct 1961 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roan Mountain, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Claudia married Patrick Hughes about 1902 in , , North Carolina, . Patrick was born on 18 Mar 1881 in , , North Carolina, ; died on 4 Jun 1964 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Lydia Knight on 28 Nov 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lydia (daughter of Alexander Knight and Susan Cox) was born on 30 Mar 1894 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Dec 1958 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Knight Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pleasant married Nellie Hughes about 1912 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Nellie was born about 1894 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Laura married Clifton Herbert Edwards on 13 Jun 1929 in , Washington County, Tennessee, . Clifton (son of Medicus J. Edwards and Adeline Cook Harris) was born on 10 Mar 1898 in , Vance County, North Carolina, ; died on 17 Mar 1983 in , Washington, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Bessie married John Wesley Ellis about 1920. John (son of John W. Ellis and Elmira "Mira" Miller) was born on 5 Aug 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Apr 1958 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Heaton Cemetery, , Avery County, North Carolina. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lucy married William Lee Wagoner about 1910. William was born on 9 Apr 1877 in Daniels County, , , Montana; died on 12 May 1960 in Cabell County, , , West Virginia; was buried in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, , Cabell County, West Virginia. [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]

Andrew married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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James M. Heaton Jr., age 94, a native of Avery County, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 20, 2017.

He was born on March 20, 1923, in Avery County, North Carolina, a son of James M. Heaton Sr. and Lou Gwyn Heaton.

Along with his parents, James is preceded in death by his: Grandson, Jonathan Heaton; Brothers: Allison Heaton, Paul Heaton, Hazen Heaton; Sisters: Clarice Bailiff, Edna Shook.

Left to cherish his memories are his Wife of 69 years, Annie Greer Heaton; Sons: James M. Heaton III (Doris), Gregory Heaton (Linda); Grandsons: James M. Heaton IV (Debbie), Matthew Heaton (Miranda), Gregory Heaton (Jessica); Granddaughter: Christie Eldridge (Alac); Great Grandsons: Gregory Martin (Amanda), Jacob Heaton, Kyle Heaton; Great-Granddaughters: Cheynne Rupard (Clay), Montana Underwood, Elizabeth Heaton, Sarah McGill, Amy Heaton, Madison Heaton, Audi Cait Heaton; Great-Great Granddaughters: Chloe Ruppard; Great-Great Grandson: Logan Martin.

Jim was a World War II Veteran — Army Air-Corps, and a magistrate for Avery County.

He was a self-proprietor of Heaton Grocery Goods and Skating Rink. All the children were greeted with a smile and hug and given candy. The skating rink was about the only entertainment in Avery County for many years; a safe place for children, where no drinking was allowed.

He was a Member, Elder, Worship Leader, and Teacher of many mountain Christian Churches. His desire was to help build up and support all the churches. He was a great influence and witness for Jesus Christ. He was known for singing special music throughout the mountains.

Services for Jim Heaton were held on Friday, November 24, 2017, beginning at 7 p.m. from the Grandfather Chapel with James M. Heaton III, officiating.

The family received friends from 4 to 7 p.m. prior to the service.

Interment took place in the Heaton Cemetery at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2017.

James married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Abigail Ruth Michaels on 7 Oct 1903 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Abigail (daughter of Alfred Michaels and Jane Icenhour) was born on 5 Sep 1879 in Catawba County, , , North Carolina; died on 31 Mar 1942 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Heaton Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Elizabethton Star," Thursday, February 19, 1948
ROBERT T. HEATON
Robert T. Heaton, age 48, died at 7:00 o'clock after a lingering illness.
Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Callie Heaton, Elizabethton; three daughters, Mrs. Christine Martin, Phoenix, Ariz.; Mary Kate Heaton, Tullahoma, Tenn., Velma Heaton, Washington, D.C.; one son, Bobbie Gene Heaton, Elizabethton; three brothers, Cain Heaton, Johnson City, Jim Heaton, Knoxville, Grover Heaton, California; one sister, Mrs. Lee Miller, Knoxville.
Funeral services will be conducted from the chapel of the Roy Hathaway Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock with Rev. E. H. Ogle and Rev. W. S. Brackney officiating.
The body will remain in the chapel of the Roy Hathaway Funeral Home.

Ardie married Joseph Hampton Brewer about 1905. Joseph (son of Joseph G. Brewer and Fanny L. Shook) was born on 22 Apr 1886 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 6 Dec 1971 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Markland Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Oliver married Irene Winters on 14 Oct 1910 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Irene was born about 1898 in North Carolina, , , . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Delia married Hezekiah T. "Hezzie" Troutman on 10 Jul 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Hezekiah (son of William G. Troutman and Cresia (Troutman)) was born on 24 Jul 1891 in Mitchell County, , , North Carolina; died on 4 Dec 1981 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Burbank Free Will Bbaptisi Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Oscar married Ruby Ellen Warfield on 24 Dec 1942. Ruby was born in Jul 1905 in , Knox County, Kentucky, ; died on 20 Dec 1990. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hattie married Richard Madison Ellis on 19 Apr 1924 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Richard was born on 10 Sep 1894 in , Brunswick County, Virginia Colony, ; died on 26 Oct 1981 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Roan Mountain, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Helen married Thomas Lawson Kerley on 16 Nov 1925 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Thomas (son of Lawson Walker Kerley and Julia Adaline Cook) was born on 31 May 1903 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 31 Aug 1971 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Okla G. McHone, 92, formerly of Rt. 3, Roan Mountain, died Monday, January 4, 1999, at Roan Highlands Nursing Center. Mrs. McHone was a native of Carter County and the daughter of the late Hector N. and Eugenia Julian Boone. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Garland, in 1964, and her second husband, Troy F. McHone, in 1991. Survivors include two daughters, Imogene Bisbee, Leesburg, Fla., and Ardella Kalkes, Chaska, Minn.; three brothers, Blaine Boone, Ivan Boone and Forrest Boone, all of Roan Mountain; and two sisters, Mary Andrews, Roan Mountain, and Pauline Brown, Newport News, Va. Three step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Tetrick Funeral Home, Rhododendron Chapel, Roan Mountain, is in charge of arrangements.
McHONE -- Funeral services for Okla G. McHone, 92, formerly of Rt. 3, Roan Mountain, who died Monday, will be conducted at 8 p.m. Thursday at Tetrick Funeral Home, Rhododendron Chapel, Roan Mountain, with Rev. Mike Lusk officiating. Music will be under the direction of the Melody Trio. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the Johnson-Roanview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Friday for the service. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. For those who prefer, memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Carter County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 682, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Tetrick Funeral Home, Rhododendron Chapel, Roan Mountain, is in charge of arrangements

Oran married Martha Greer about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Martha (daughter of William Floyd Greer and Sarah Caroline Street) was born on 26 Nov 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Mar 1999 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married James Andrews about 1934. James was born about 1913. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN — Mr. Blaine Robert Boone, 88, of Roan Mountain, TN died Saturday, October 30, 2010 in the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital following a lengthy illness.

A native of Roan Mountain, he was the son of the late Hector and Eugenia Julian Boone. Mr. Boone had retired as owner and operator of the Roan Mountain Grocery. He had served as president of the Roan Mountain Water Authority for many years and had been president of the Roan Mountain American Legion Post #229.

Mr. Boone attended Heaton Creek Holiness Church and the Roan Mountain Church of God. He was a U.S. Army veteran having received the expert infantry badge, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal Japan. He loved his family, the people of Roan Mountain and his many friends, gospel music and animals.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Gibbs Boone; five brothers, Crumley Boone, Oran Boone, Ivan Boone and Forrest Boone; an infant brother and by two sisters, Okla McHone and Mary Andrews.

Survivors include a daughter, Helen Fleenor, Hampton, TN; two granddaughters, Jennifer Sizemore and husband Tony, Gray, TN and Teressa Fleenor, Johnson City, TN; six great-grandchildren, Marah Sizemore, Evan Sizemore, Elissah Sizemore, Lydiah Sizemore, Holly Bumgarner and husband Tony and Nathaniel Martin; two great-great-grandchildren, Adrianna Bumgarner and Chloe Bumgarner. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The funeral service for Mr. Blaine Robert Boone will be conducted at 7:30 P.M. Monday, November 1, 2010 in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Lusk, Rev. Ronnie Lackey and Rev. Roy Simpson officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:30-7:30 P.M. on Monday prior to the funeral service.

Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 2, 2010 in Johnson-Roanview Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be all of his many friends. Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #49. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 A.M. on Tuesday for the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers to those who desire memorials may be made to the Elizabethton-Carter County Humane Society, 253 Sycamore Shoals Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643 or to the Roan Mountain Recreation Foundation, c/o Erik Anderson, P. O. Box 328, Roan Mountain, TN 37687.

Blaine married Bertha Tipton on 6 Oct 1939 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Bertha (daughter of Ezekial M. "Mack" Tipton and Huldah Greene) was born about 1918 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Feb 2015 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Blaine married Betty Gibbs about 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Betty was born about 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 26 Jul 2002 in North Carolina, , , ; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Mr. Durward Julian, 100, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, February 17, 2017, from The Waters at Roan Highlands. He was born in Roan Mountain, a son of the late Vista Honeycutt Julian and James N. Julian, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Audrey Caraway Julian, on December 25, 2005; three brothers, Reginald Julian, Adrian Julian, James H. "Junior" Julian; a sister, Thelma Julian Romer, and a granddaughter-in-law, Rhonda Lawson Julian.

Mr. Julian lived in Roan Mountain his entire life, graduating from Cloudland High School in 1934. He married his wife, Audrey, on October 3, 1936 and they spent sixty-nine happy years together before her death. He was a proud member of the Roan Mountain Community and contributed much, including helping to secure funding and support for the Roan Mountain State Park, the Carter County Work Camp and the construction of a paved road to the top of Roan Mountain. He was a charter member of the Roan Mountain Citizens Club and helped organize and host the Rhododendron Festival. He was also a charter member of the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. He was a respected and beloved member of the community, which honored him by naming a portion of Old Highway 143 for him on the occasion of his 100Th birthday in May of 2016. He was also named a Tennessee Colonel by Gov. Winfield Dunn, he was a member of the International Gideons, and was the last charter member of Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church where he served faithfully in several capacities for many years, including as Clerk of the Session, an Elder, and as a teacher of the Adult Sunday School Class.

He was a former supervisor at NARC, and retired from a sales position at Headlight Overalls and also worked for Carhartt Clothing and Liberty Overalls. He loved to garden, read, and play horseshoes with the friends and family he enjoyed so much. He enjoyed traveling, especially the annual family beach trip, and visiting in the community. One of his greatest pleasures was reading his Bible.

Those left to cherish the memory of Mr. Julian include many members of his large and loving family; a daughter, Vista Clark, and her husband, Dicky, Elizabethton; three sons, Ronnie Julian and his wife, Lynn, Kernersville, NC; Larry Julian, and his wife, Kathy, Richmond, VA; Lanny Julian, and his wife, Donna, Lakewood Ranch, FL; nine grandchildren, Brian Julian, and his wife, Hannah; Tim Julian, and his wife, Angie; Laura Simpson, and her husband, Bruce; Angie Shearer, and her husband, Jason; Wendi Julian Flaspohler; Krista Christy, and her husband, Dr. George Christy; Audra Nikki Greig, and her husband, John; Jilian Clark Reece, and her husband, Adam; Jordan Clark; twenty-seven great-grandchildren, Andrew Julian, and his wife, Charlotte; Caleb Julian; Hannah Grace Julian; Faith Julian; Deborah Julian; Seth Julian, Nathan Julian; Timothy Julian, and his wife, Lane; Matthew Julian; Will Simpson; Luke Simpson; Zachary Shearer; Johnathan Shearer; Wesley Conrad; Tanner Conrad, Georgia Christy; Will Christy; Andrew Christy; Sophia Christy; Jack Greig; Austin Greig; Ava Greig; Quinn Greig; Ty Greig; Carter Reece; Cole Reece, and Cash Reece. One great-great grandson, Cooper Conrad, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Durward Julian will be conducted at 12:30 PM on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain with Rev. Martin Christian officiating. The eulogy will be delivered by his granddaughter, Angie Julian Shearer. Music will be under the direction of Mrs. Charlotte Smith. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Tuesday prior to the service, or at Mr. Julian's home at other times.

Interment will follow the funeral service at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Grayson Bledsoe, bagpiper, providing music. Active pallbearers will be his grandsons and older great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Magill Memorial Presbyterian Church, the Roan Mountain Citizens Club, members of Gideons International, the staff and his many friends at The Waters at Roan Highlands, as well as, the members of the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.

Durward married Audrey Caraway on 3 Oct 1936 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Audrey was born about 1918; died on 25 Dec 2005 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Adrian F. Julian was the son of James Norman Julian and Vista Hunnicutt. His was the 3rd son and 3rd child of 5. He married Ruby Smith Julian and they had five children: Terry, Glenda, Fred, Frieda, and Adrian Jr. Adrian was a welder by trade and worked on the Manhatten Project in Oak Ridge Tennessee. He spend 30 years as a bus driver for Trailways Bus Company. He was in every state except Alaska. He graduated from Carter County High School where he was an excellent student and won many academic awards through the years.

Adrian married Ruby Roeanna Smith about 1940. Ruby was born on 3 Nov 1915 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 25 Oct 2008 in Lumpkin County, , , Georgia; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Virgie Julian Brinkley, age 101, of the Shell Creek Community in Roan Mountain, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at the NHC Health Care Center of Johnson City, Tennessee on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.

Virgie was born on June 28, 1916 in Roan Mountain, Tennessee. She was the last surviving child of John Frank "Dick" Julian and Lydia Knight Julian.

Virgie was the oldest member of the Lower Shell Creek Christian Church. She had served in the Children's Department for many years. She taught primary class and Bible School classes. She will be remembered for her kindness and loving personality. She was a wonderful homemaker and caretaker. A cousin said, "Virgie is sweeping gold dust on the streets of Heaven." Virgie worked for several years as an assistant at the Shell Creek Elementary School. She retired from the TRW Company in Newland, North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Walter Brinkley, Jr.; her son, James Walter Brinkley, III; a brother, Will Julian; her sisters, Lucy Julian Blackwell and Thelma Julian Myers.

Survivors include her daughter, Linda Brinkley Morgan (John Morgan); daughter-in-law, Brenda Clark Brinkley. She was the loving grandmother to: James Walter Brinkley IV, Timothy Clark Brinkley (Dori) Moses Brinkley, Melinda Morgan Martin (Kevin Martin), Jonathan Brinkley Morgan (Shelly Morgan); four great grandchildren, Lydia and Garret Morgan, Victoria Brinkley and Laura Lily Martin. She leaves many nieces and nephews to cherish their wonderful aunt.

A service to celebrate the life of Virgie Julian Brinkley will be conducted at 2:30 PM on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Lower Shell Creek Christian Church with Mr. Gerald Holly, officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM in the church, prior to the service on Saturday; or at the residence of her daughter, at other times.

The graveside service will follow in the Ray Cemetery at Shell Creek. Pallbearers will be family members. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Lower Shell Creek Christian Church.

Lucy married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Robert Clifton “Bob” Edwards, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed from death unto life at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at age 85. Bob was born on November 17, 1936, in Banner Elk, North Carolina, the middle of three sons born to Clifton and Laura Belle Edwards. He was raised in the Pinecrest Community of Johnson City and was a 1955 graduate of Elizabethton High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was a member of the distinguished 101st Airborne Division. Following military service, Bob moved to the Kingsport area in 1958 where he started his family and resided most of his life, retiring in 1999 from Eastman Chemical Company’s Plastics Technical Service Labs.

Bob enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he also loved college football and Lady Vols basketball during the Pat Summit era. But most important to him was his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and his family and church family. He loved his wife and children, and he was especially proud of his grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and loved being a part of their activities. He was consistently one of the first to arrive and secure seats for the family for his grandsons’ football games at Sullivan South High School, and he could be depended upon to be front-and-center for his granddaughters’ volleyball and soccer games and track meets. Whether it was school sports, plays, or taking the grandkids fishing, Bob loved spending time with his family. A loyal and devoted husband; a wise and supportive Dad; and a doting and generous grandfather, we were greatly blessed to have had him in our lives.

Bob also never met a stranger. No matter where he went, he would find someone to strike up a conversation with, and in short order, would soon have a new friend. A long-time usher at Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, Bob was a favorite of young children because he could be counted upon to always have a piece or two of candy for them each Sunday morning. A kind and generous man, he was loved by all, and was one of those people who made your life richer by just having made his acquaintance. Put simply, he loved God, and he loved people.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents Clifton Herbert and Laura Belle Edwards, and two brothers, Gordon Edwards, and James Edwards.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Brenda Edwards; son, Robert Edwards Jr, and wife Allison; daughter Britta Milhorn and husband Jim; six grandchildren: Morgan Edwards (Mariah), Erika Seaver (Brandon), Lauren Gibson (Nathan), Jarrod Edwards (Azlinn), Braeden Gumbert (Jack), and Rylee Archer (Logan); two great granddaughters: Mackenlee and Aubrey Gibson; and several nieces and a great-nephew.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, located at 197 Suncrest Street, Gray, TN. A memorial service led by Pastor John Herdman will follow at 6:00 PM. A committal service will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Mausoleum of Faith located at East Tennessee Cemetery 2630 Highway 75, Blountville, TN (directly across from Tri-Cities Regional Airport). Military gravesite rites will be presented by The American Legion Post 3/265.

Clark married Maxine E. Eller about 1937 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Maxine was born on 30 Oct 1921 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 24 Dec 1985 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in McKinney Cemetery, , Avery County, North County. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

John Dean "JD" Ellis, age 88, of Elk Park, NC, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, July 25, 2012.

He was born on December 12, 1923, a son of the late John Wesley and Bessie Hampton Ellis. JD was also preceded in death by his sister, Pauline; and brother, Clark.

JD was a proud US Army Veteran of World War II, having served in G106th Infantry and being held a Prisoner of War in Germany. He was the last surviving Charter Member of the Pat Ray Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars #4286.

Along with his mother, he owned and operated the Store at Heaton until 1974. He also owned and operated Leon Holder Wholesale.

JD was an avid fisherman and golfer.

He was a life long member and Trustee of Heaton Christian Church. For many years he served the community as a member of the Avery County Board of Education, Avery Development Corporation, Avery County Bank, Banner Elk Bank, Sloop Memorial Hospital and the Selective Service Draft Board.

JD is survived by his wife of 62 years, Annie Ruth Eller Ellis; children, Pat Edwards and husband, Gary, of Elk Park, Pam Jameson and husband, Charlie, of Roan Mountain, TN, David Ellis and wife, Kathy, of Elk Park, Jane Bumgarner and husband, Chris, of Heaton; grandchildren: Meredith Edwards Marinelli, Caroline Edwards Turner, Megan Edwards, Johanna Jameson, Annie Ellis, Katie Ellis, Carter Bumgarner, Cassie Bumgarner, Luke Tatum, Molly Tatum Nelson, Tina Jameson, Scott Jameson; seven great grandchildren.

Services for JD Ellis will be held on Sunday, July 29, at 4:00 p.m. at the Heaton Christian Church with Mr. Durl Jones Jr. officiating.

The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 p.m. Sunday at the church.

Interment will follow in the Elk Park Cemetery on Brooks Shell Rd, with military honors provided by the members of the Pat Ray Post of the VFW.

Notes:

Helen Ellis, 81, of Elk Park, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Life Care Center of Banner Elk in Banner Elk, NC.

She was born on May 13, 1936 in Avery County, North Carolina to John Wesley Ellis and Bessie Hampton Ellis.

She was preceded in death by her Parents; Husband, Albert Leon Schapiro; Two Brothers, Clark Ellis, J.D. Ellis; and Two Infant Sisters.

She was a member of Heaton Christian Church. She enjoyed playing Bingo, Cooking, Gardening, Animals and spending time with Family and Friends. She also enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and to any Southern Gospel.

Helen leaves behind to cherish her memory her: Daughter, Mindy (Paul) Thomas of Bakersville, NC, Daughter, Debra Cohen of Kissimmee, FL, Daughter, Kim (Steve) Chancey of Benton, TN, Sister, Mary Evelyn (Curtis) Martin of Elk Park, NC, Granddaughters, Jennifer (Adam Bruse) Cohen of Kissimmee, FL and Ashlyn Kirkpatrick of Bakersville, NC; Great-Granddaughter, Paige Dixon of Kissimmee, FL and several nieces and nephews.

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]

Notes:

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]

Notes:

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]

Notes:

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]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pauline married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

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.

James married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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]

George married Maggie Miller about 1924 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Maggie was born on 10 Oct 1906 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Feb 1995 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Fannie married John Buster Borders about 1916 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . John (son of Harrison Borders and Elizabeth Miller) was born on 7 Dec 1895 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 31 Mar 1969 in Smyth County, , , Virginia; was buried in Mount Rose Cemetery, , Washington County, Virginia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clifford married Pearl M. Carver on 17 Feb 1926 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Pearl (daughter of George T. Carver and Mary Ann Hyder) was born on 20 May 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Jul 2006 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Oma married Mister Bailey about 1930. Mister was born about 1910. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eveline married William Eston Cox on 14 Aug 1937 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William was born about 1910. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Bird married Clifton Roark on 30 Jan 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Clifton (son of Emmett Loftan Roark and Mary Ann "Mollie" Goodson) was born about 1908 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Luther married Mildred Hughes about 1942 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mildred (daughter of George Washington Hughes and Nora Maggie Gouge) was born about 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Sep 1977 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Tip Lewis Heaton, 84, Elizabethton, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at his residence.

A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Oliver & Irene Winters Heaton.

Mr. Heaton was a retired Millwright from Daniel Construction Company. He was a member of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge # 566.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Fred, Luther and Bob "Pete" Heaton and three sisters: Bertie Roark, Gladys Barnett and Lucy Miller.

Survivors include his wife of sixty three years: Dorothy Mitchell Heaton. Three Sons & Daughters-In-Law: Ronnie & Judy Heaton, Elizabethton, Jerry & Donna Heaton, Hampton and Robert& Sherri Heaton, Roan Mountain. His Grandchildren & Their spouses: Wendy & Bill Winters, Elizabethton, Jamie & Dina Heaton, Mission Viejo, California and Alex Heaton, Roan Mountain. His Great Grandchildren: Dustin Winters, Jacob Winters, Thomas "Tomo" Heaton and Grace Heaton. Several nieces & nephews. His special traveling buddy, Donna Tipton, his special back porch buddy, Larry Miller, his brother & sister-in-law: J.L. & Jean Troutman & family, his special cat "Roho".

The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. on Thursday in the funeral home. Friends may also visit with the family at his residence.

Tip married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Roy Lee Troutman Sr., 85, 189 Hwy. 143, Roan Mountain, died unexpectedly Thursday, May 20, 2004, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Elizabethton.
Mr. Troutman was a native of Carter County and a son of the late Hezekiah and Della Heaton Troutman. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Hughes Troutman, January 28, 1999, a daughter, Dorothy T. Hughes, and a granddaughter, Toni Young Vess.
Mr. Troutman attended Victory Baptist Church. He was retired as owner/operator of the Phillips 66 Service Station in Roan Mountain.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law, Patsy and C.L. Young, Minneapolis, N.C., Billie and LeRoy Gray, Greeneville, and Ruth Ann and Terry Tipton, Johnson City; a son, Roy Lee Troutman Jr., Roan Mountain; four brothers, Guy Troutman, Hampton, J.L. Troutman and Jack Troutman, both of Roan Mountain, and Ralph Troutman, Elizabethton; and two sisters, Edith Troutman Street and Willie Troutman Barnett, both of Roan Mountain. Six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service was conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 22, in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain, with the Rev. Jerry Honeycutt and the Rev. Jim McMahan officiating. The family received friends at the funeral home from noon until 2 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service. Friends may also call at the home place in the Burbank community. Interment followed the funeral service in the Troutman Family Cemetery. Active pallbearers were Jonathan Gray, Brady Hughes, Allen Hughes, Terry Tipton, Mark Vess and Ray Heaton. Honorary pallbearers were Ralph Marlowe, Robbie Stout, Richard Avery, LeRoy Gray and C.L. Young.

Roy married Ruth Hughes on 27 Dec 1936 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ruth (daughter of George Washington Hughes and Nora Maggie Gouge) was born on 25 Dec 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Jan 1999 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Forbes Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Edith married William Anderson Street on 26 Nov 1938 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . William (son of Franklin Street and Ida Lou Della Campbell) was born on 17 Oct 1919 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 5 Oct 1998 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Jack Troutman, 84, of the Burbank Community of Roan Mountain, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 21, 2017, from the Johnson City Medical Center. Jack was born in the Burbank Community of Roan Mountain on February 21, 1933 to the late Hez and Delia Heaton Troutman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Jess, Roy, Guy and Ralph Troutman, and one sister, Edith Street.
Jack graduated from Cloudland High School in 1951 and retired from Summers Taylor after 35 years of service as a heavy equipment operator. He was a United States Army veteran, having served in the Korean War and he faithfully attended Burbank Freewill Baptist Church.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 50 years, Willie Winters Troutman, of the home; one brother, J.L. Troutman, of Roan Mountain; one sister, Willie Troutman Barnett, of Hampton; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service to honor the life of Jack Troutman will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 23, in the Troutman Family Cemetery, in the Burbank Community of Roan Mountain, with Pastor Richard Blevins officiating. Music will be provided by the Johnson Family. Active pallbearers will be Jack's nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Burbank Freewill Baptist Church.

Notes:

Willie Mae Barnett, 96, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, from Hermitage Health Care in Elizabethton, following a brief illness. Willie was born on August 3, 1923 in Roan Mountain to the late Hezekiah "Hezzie" and Delia Heaton Troutman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Norman D. Barnett; her brothers, Jessie Troutman, Roy Troutman, Guy Troutman, Jack Troutman and Ralph Troutman; and one sister, Edith Troutman Street.
Willie graduated from Cloudland High School and worked as a substitute teacher at Burbank School. She worked and retired from Carter County School Systems as a cook. She enjoyed reading her Bible, old shows on TV, sight-seeing, and having her family around her.
Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Shirley Street and husband J.D., of Gray, and Janet Largent and husband Clarence, of Hampton; a son, Larry Barnett and wife Betty, of Roan Mountain; one brother, Joseph Lewis Troutman and wife Jean, of Roan Mountain; one sister-in-law, Willie Troutman; six grandchildren, Timothy S. Street and wife Karen, Todd S. Street and wife Rebecca, Timothy W. Barnett and wife Shelia, Tracy D. Barnett, Travis K. Largent and wife Debbie and Tandy M. Bradley; and nine great-grandchildren, Seth S. Street, Alexandria Street, Riley L. Barnett, Kailey P. Phillips, Kaydance M. Barnett, Kade Barnett, Brieanna Largent, Haley Largent and Chloe E. Bradley.
A graveside service to honor the life of Willie Mae Barnett will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, September 26, in the Troutman Cemetery in Roan Mountain with Rev. Randy English officiating. Music will be under the direction of her granddaughter, Tandy Bradley. Her grandson, Tim Barnett, will recite the 23rd Psalm. Active pallbearers will be Tim Street, Todd Street, Tim Barnett, Travis Largent, Tracy Barnett and Seth Street. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Burbank Free Will Baptist Church.

Willie married Norman D. Barnett about 1941 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Norman (son of Waightstill "Waits" Barnett and Julia Gouge) was born on 20 Nov 1918; died on 24 Feb 1967 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Gouge Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Guy N. Troutman, age 89, of Hampton, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 from Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Mr. Troutman was a native of Carter County and was a son of the late Hezekiah "Hez" and Delia Heaton Troutman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Edith Street; and two brothers, Jess and Roy Troutman.

Mr. Troutman retired from Sperry Corporation and was an active member of Rittertown Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday School for many years and served on many Pulpit Committees throughout the years. He was a United States Army veteran and was instrumental in rebuilding many roads in Germany during his service time from 1950-1952. He loved being outdoors and enjoying nature.

Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of over 60 years, Deloris Smith Troutman, of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Anthony and Debbie Troutman, of Hampton; three brothers, Ralph, J.L. and Jack Troutman; one sister, Willie Barnett; two grandchildren, Allison Hill, of Hampton, and Cyndie Morelock, of Rogersville, TN; three great grandchildren, Izaak and Avery Hill, and Teagan Morelock. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to honor and celebrate the life of Mr. Guy N. Troutman will be conducted at 6:00 PM on Friday, July 31, 2015 at Rittertown Baptist Church, 822 Rittertown Road, Hampton, with Rev. Dean Smith, officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at the church, prior to the service on Friday.

The graveside service will follow in the Rittertown Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Richard Stout, officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Rittertown Baptist Church.

Guy married Deloris Smith on 24 Nov 1951 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Deloris (daughter of Robert Franklin Smith and Sallie E. Main) was born about 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Dec 2018 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Rittertown Baptist Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
Joseph Lewis “J.L.” Troutman, 91, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, from his residence. J.L. was born June 14, 1929 in Roan Mountain to the late Hezekiah T. Troutman and Delia Heaton Troutman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Stanley, and his brothers and sisters.
J.L. retired from Overnite Transportation after 38 years of service and was a member of St. John Freewill Baptist Church in Roan Mountain. J.L. was a member of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge #566.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving and devoted wife of 69 years, Jean Mitchell Troutman, of the home; his daughters, Kathy Henson and husband Arland and Donna Burleson; his grandchildren, Erica Crouse and husband Billy, Abbey Henson-Ives and husband Daniel and Andrew Henson; a great-granddaughter, Penelope Rae Ives; several nieces and nephews; and sisters-in-law, Dorthy Heaton and Willie Troutman.
A graveside service to celebrate the life of J.L. Troutman will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, May 7, in the Johnson Roan View Cemetery in Roan Mountain with Rev. Randy English and Pastor Wesley Duncan officiating. Active pallbearers will be Arland Henson, Andrew Henson, Daniel Ives, Billy Crouse, Robert Heaton and Ronnie Heaton. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Tipton, Steve Dyer, Barry Stocton, Larry Gouge, Tim Barnett, Wayne Hughes and Eddie Hughes.

Notes:

ELIZABETHTON - Ralph H. Troutman, age 81, of Elizabethton, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2016, in the Johnson City Medical Center.

Mr. Troutman was born in Carter County, TN, and was the son of the late Hezekiah and Deliah Heaton Troutman. He was also preceded in death by a son, Danny Troutman; three brothers, Guy, Roy and Jess Troutman and one sister, Edith Street. He worked at Sperrys Univac for 25 years and retired from Smith-Cline. He was a member of the Valley Forge Freewill Baptist Church, was a veteran of the United States Army and was also a member of the Roan Mountain Masonic Lodge #566. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, his grandchildren were the love of his life.

Those left to cherish his memory include, his wife Billie Blackwell Troutman, of the home; one son, Chris Troutman and his wife Stephanie, of Charlotte NC; three grandchildren, Virginia Page Troutman, Donna Lea Troutman and William Briggs Troutman; two brothers, Jack Troutman and his wife Willie, of the Burbank Community in Roan Mountain, J.L Troutman and his wife Jean, of the Burbank Community in Roan Mountain; one sister, Willie Barnett, of Hampton; one sister-in-law, Dorris Troutman, of Hampton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The family will receive friends in the Tetrick Funeral Home Fireside Room, Elizabethton, from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 27, 2016.

A graveside service to honor the life of Mr. Ralph H. Troutman will be conducted at 1:30 PM Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Rev. Randy Johnson and Rev. Mark Potter officiating. Active pallbearers will be Anthony Troutman, Craig Fair, Arlan Henson, Keith Blackwell, Brent Blackwell, Eddie Blackwell, Steve Dyer, Less Tolley. Honorary pallbearers will be Doyle Gregg, David Blackwell, Jackie Blackwell, Bobby Blackwell, J.L. Troutman, Ed Birchfield, Jack Troutman, Steve Tipton, Ted Walsh and William Troutman.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to their neighbors, Ruby Hatley and Margie Valentino, their church family at Valley Forge Freewill Baptist Church, and his Sperry lunch companions and the Jack Barnett breakfast gang.

Family/Spouse: Billie Jean Blackwell. Billie (daughter of Coburn Jack Blackwell and Nancy Pauline Ledford) was born on 20 Apr 1938 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Sep 2019 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

JOHNSON CITY - Mrs. Lynn Ellyn Julian Green, age 78, Johnson City, passed away Monday, January 19, 2023, at her residence.

Lynn was born on January 31, 1944, in Pineville, Kentucky to Ruby Ellen “Warfield” Julian and Oscar Lee “O.L.” Julian.

Mrs. Green was a member of Marvin’s Chapel United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Green; one son, Kent Julian Green his wife, Dana “Mullins” Green; grandchildren, Macie Ellyn Green, and Kenley Danielle Green; sister-in-law, Deanna Julian; nephew, Zack Julian (Faith).

Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Joel Cook officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM, Thursday prior to the service.

Entombment services will be conducted 11:00 AM Friday, January 20, 2023, at Washington County Memory Gardens.

Notes:

Mary Grace Ellis Greer, age 94, of Cookeville, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, October 18, 2019 from the NHC Healthcare in Cookeville. Mary was born in Roan Mountain, Tennessee to the late Richard and Hattie Mae Julian Ellis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Fred James Greer; her daughter, Brenda Gail Oakley; a son-in-law, Jim Oakley; and three brothers, Dick Ellis, Jack Ellis and Carroll Ellis. Mary was a homemaker and was a member of Algood United Methodist Church. She was an avid quilter, gardener, reader and loved to spend time with her family. Those left to cherish her memory include three sons, William Richard Greer and wife Janna, of Cookeville, David Lewis Greer and wife Denise, of Dunlap, TN, and James Bert Greer and wife Kim, of Cookeville; two daughters, Catherine Grace White and husband Michael, of Lebanon, TN and Rebecca Sue Greer, of Cookeville; ten grandchildren, Patricia Shoulders and husband Brad, Kelly VanHoven and husband Pete, Scott Oakley, Jason Oakley and wife McKenzie, Robert Greer, Jonathan Greer and wife Kara, Natalie Lutz and husband Philip, Brittany Johnson and husband Mark, Beth Greer and Elijah Greer; twelve great grandchildren; three brothers, Warren Ellis and wife Barbara, Glen Ellis and Robert Ellis and wife Barbara. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Mary married Fred James Greer about 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Fred (son of William Floyd Greer and Sarah Caroline Street) was born on 20 Aug 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Jan 1985; was buried in Greer Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Harry Hugh Kerley, age 87, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 18, 2021. A native of Roan Mountain, TN, he was the son of Tom and Helen Julian Kerley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings and their spouses: Bill and Ruth Kerley, Lawson and Clarene Kerley, Bob and Gloria Kerley, and Betty Lou Kerley Higgins.
Mr. Kerley grew up in the Holiness Church of Roan Mountain where he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was a 1952 graduate of Cloudland High School and attended East Tennessee State College. Afterwards, he took the position of farm management of the Hump Mountain, 2,300-acre sheep and cattle operation for his uncle, Oscar Julian. During this time, Harry was named the “Young Farmer of the Year” for Carter County. In the same year, he became office manager of Farm Credit Services, a position he held until retirement.
Harry married Josephine Miller of Tiger Valley, and they were to celebrate their 59th wedding anniversary on December 21, 2021. They made their first home in Tiger Valley and were members of Tiger Valley Presbyterian Church. In 1968, they moved to Mountain City and became members of First Baptist Church where he served as deacon and belonged to Dr. John Payne’s Sunday School Class.
In addition to his wife, Mrs. Josephine M. Kerley, those left to cherish his memory include his five children and their spouses: Kathy and Dan Osking, Annette and Donald Greer, Brenda and David Arnold, Tom and Donna Kerley, Don and Heidi Kerley. He is survived by ten grandchildren: Ian Osking (Ihla), Justin Osking (Gabrielle), Ashley Casaday (David), Warren Kerley (Bailey), Jake Greer (Montgomery), Will Kerley, Nathan Arnold, Sam Kerley, Shane Greer, and Stacy Greer. He is also survived by three great-grandsons: Finn Osking, Carl Ben Osking, and Grant Kerley and was expecting his first great-granddaughter in February. A sister-in-law, Jean Davis and a brother-in-law, Bill Miller also survive.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at First Baptist Church, Mountain City from 2:00-4:00 PM with the funeral service to follow with Pastor Ricky Campbell and Pastor Richard Stout officiating. The graveside service and interment will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 22, 2021 at Happy Valley Memorial Park, 2708 Elizabethton Hwy, Johnson City, TN. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews: Steve Kerley, Brad Higgins, Paul Davis, Jimmy Buchanan, Charlie Bowman, Scott Davis, and Floyd Reeser.

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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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Frederick Wayne Julian was born on August 30, 1949, to Ruby and Adrian Julian, in Elk Park North Carolina.
Fred or Freddy, as he was known to most, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 30, 2021.
Fred was the consummate sports enthusiast and was a virtual walking encyclopedia when it came to sports facts and information. He graduated from Cranberry High School in 1967 after a stellar high school career, both academically and athletically. He attended Sandhills Community College on a basketball scholarship before transferring to East Tennessee State University where he earned a degree in Business.

Left to carry on his memory are his loving companion of more than 30 years, Kaye Hughes; his daughter, Jessica Julian; his stepchildren, Hannah Green and Sanford Green; his grandchildren, Ayla and Finch; his sister, Glenda (Ray) Rensi; his twin sister, Frieda (Craig) Briggs; his brother, Adrian Julian II; his sister-in-law, Shad Peters; brother-in-law, Jimmy Hughes; and a plethora of nieces, nephews and friends. One of his greatest joys was being "Gampy" to Ayla and Finch.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Smith Julian; his father, Adrian Julian Sr.; his brother, Terry Julian; his niece, Chayne Rensi; his great-nephew, Harley Foster; his father-in-law, Jim Hughes; and his mother-in-law, Buddy Hughes.
Fred was passionate about everything that he did or believed and would get very animated and expressive about a range of interests that included sports, current events, politics, justice, fairness. Fred was always there to listen and support the downtrodden. He never met a cat or dog he didn't love.
Our Fred was enigmatic. He will forever be remembered for his love and dedication to family and friends.

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ELIZABETHTON - Dicky James Blackwell, 80, Elizabethton, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022 at his residence after an extended illness. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Claude Burns & Lucy Julian Blackwell. Dicky served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was retired as a welder and pipe fitter. In later years he was associated with his wife, Robin, in the operation of the Corner Nest. Dicky was a member of Dashiell Masonic Lodge # 238 for 48 years, the Elizabethton Chapter Order of Eastern Star, The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)and The Scottish Rite of Free Masonry. He was a member of the Jericho Oriental Band for 48 years and he was a past President of the SASOBA Oriental Band. He was an avid UT Football fan, loved to cook and work in his garden. He was a member of Roan Street Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother: Ronnie Blackwell.
Survivors include his wife: Robin Bulla Blackwell. Two Daughters: Regina (Brad) Shepherd and D’Jae Blackwell. A Step-daughter: Lana (Seth) Snyder. A Grandson: Luke Shepherd. Step-Grandchildren: Carson Atkinson, Cooper Snyder and Collin Snyder. Two Sisters; Jeanie Johnson and Barbara McKinney. One Brother: Gary Blackwell.
Graveside Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Kyler Burchfield of Dashiell Masonic Lodge officiating.
Interment will follow the graveside service. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Masonic Bodies and friends of Corner Nest.

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James Douglas Ellis, 69, of US Highway 19-E, Minneapolis, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008 at his residence.
A native of Avery County he was a son of the late Clark R. and Maxine Eller Ellis. Mr. Ellis was retired from the United States Army as a Sergeant First Class after 22 years of service to his country.
He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed the holidays and spending time with his family. Jim liked to fish and collecting eagles. He was known for his warm and welcoming demeanor, and was a man who never met a stranger.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Ellis of the home; daughter, Leisa Ellis, of Elk Park and her fiancé John Kiser; son, Doug Ellis, and his wife, Kelly, of Morganton; granddaughter, Chealssea Morris of Elk Park; sisters, Frances Potter of Maryland, Jan Lewis of Elk Park; brother, John Ellis of Elk Park; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for James Douglas Ellis will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 14, from the Heaton Christian Church, of which he was a member, with Gary Edwards, David Ellis, and Jason Simpkins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m. Monday evening at the church.
Family, friends, and pallbearers will gather at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Elk Park Cemetery for graveside services. Serving as pallbearers will be: Doug Ellis, John Ellis, David Ellis, Sam Eller, J.B. Potter, John Kiser, Gary Edwards, and Johnny Wayne Hughes.

James married Betty Joanne Buchanan on 6 Apr 1958 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . Betty (daughter of Howard Wilson Buchanan and Odee Lewis) was born on 28 Nov 1940 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 12 Sep 2021 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Elk Park Cemetery, , Avery County, North County. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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John Wesley Ellis, age 62, of Elk Park passed away on February 24, 2018, at Johnson City Medical Center.

A native of Avery County , he was born March 13, 1955, a son of the late Clark and Maxine Eller Ellis.

John was a member of Heaton Christian Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, sports and fishing. John will be greatly missed my his family and the community.

Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his: Brother: Jim Ellis

John has left to cherish his memory his Daughter: Shanna Houston of Elk Park, North Carolina; Son: John Ellis V of Elk Park, North Carolina; Grandson: Cash Houston of Elk Park, North Carolina; Sister Jan (Dennis) Lewis of Elk Park, NC; Frances Potter of Maryland, and several nieces and nephews.

The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018, at Heaton Christian Church. A celebration of life followed at 7 p.m.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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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.

James married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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George C. Heaton, 70, of Elizabethton, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2016, in the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital, following an extended illness. He was born in Elk Park, NC, a son of the late Frank and Maggie Miller Heaton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Heaton; two brothers, Richard Heaton, Melvin Heaton and a sister, Naomi Odom. Mr. Heaton was a veteran of the United States Army.
Those left to cherish his memory include two daughters, Angela Heaton, of the home; Michelle White and her husband, Mike, Elizabethton; a granddaughter, Maggie Brummitt, Elizabethton; three brothers, Bob Heaton, Guy Heaton and his wife, Ann, all of West Virginia; Bill Heaton and his wife, Judy, Roan Mountain; four sisters, Helen Hughes, Elizabethton; Frankie Hurd and her husband, Bernard, Florida; Dorothy Flower, Maryland; and Betty Cross and her husband, Bill, Florida. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 10:45 AM, in the Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tennessee. Military honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard. Those wishing to attend are invited to meet the family at the cemetery at 10:35 AM on Thursday.

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Juanita Heaton Miller, 92, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, August 23, 2019, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Clifford and Pearl Carver Heaton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ford Miller; a sister, Patsy Winters; and two brothers, Roy Heaton and Ray Heaton.
Juanita was a devoted wife, loving mother and mamaw. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed cooking, cleaning and caring for her family.
Those left to cherish Juanita's memory include a daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Randy Caraway of Roan Mountain; a son, Roger Miller, of the home; her grandchildren, Courtney and CPO Jeremy Clipse, USCG, of Williamsburg, Va., Matthew and Rosy Caraway, Elizabethton, Tenn., and Mark Miller, Nashville, Tenn.; and her great-grandchildren, Arielle Clipse, Lucas Clipse, Neyland Caraway and Kyla-Rose Caraway. She is also survived by several very special nieces, nephews and cousins; special friends and long-time neighbors, Betty and Delaney Berry and Charles Jones; and a dear lifelong friend, Onza Johnson.
A graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, August 26, at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Minister Delaney Berry and Pastor Tim Hughes officiating. Music will be under the direction of Rosy Caraway and Tim and Sandra Hughes. Active pallbearers will be Matthew Caraway, Mark Miller, Jeremy Clipse, Duane Potter, Rick Heaton and Keith Stout. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Heaton, Garry Heaton and Charles Jones. It was her wish to only have a graveside service.

Juanita married Ford Miller on 20 Nov 1944 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ford (son of William Edgar Miller and Bertha Twiggs) was born on 30 Apr 1924 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 6 Aug 2015 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married Mary Roberta Winters about 1954. Mary (daughter of Robert Nage Winters and Pinkney Lucille Tatum) was born on 22 Oct 1936 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 31 Dec 2012 in , Avery County, North Carolina, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Patsy Winters, 75, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 7, 2017, from The Waters of Roan Highlands. Patsy was a native of Roan Mountain and the daughter of the late Clifford and Pearl Heaton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, John Winters, and two brothers, Roy and Ray Heaton.
Pasty retired from Tulsa Dental and had also worked for U.S. Textile, I.R.C., and was currently working at the Whiteway Grill in Roan Mountain. She was a loving mother and grandmother, outgoing and energetic, and was above all a loving and devoted wife.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Angela Miller and husband Eddie of Roan Mountain; her son, Charles Keith Stout and wife Barbara Ann of Roan Mountain; two sisters, Juanita Miller of Roan Mountain and Barbara McCoury of Roan Mountain; three granddaughters, Patsy Adkins, Pam Adkins and Ronnie Danielle Miller, all of Roan Mountain; her first husband and lifelong friend, Charlie Stout of Hampton; a special step-grandson, David Miller of Roan Mountain; a special friend, Patsy Perkins of Roan Mountain; her friend and caregiver, Linda Potter of Roan Mountain; and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service for Patsy Winters will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 9, in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain, with Derrick Hughes officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, prior to the service. The graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, February 10, in the Johnson-Roanview Cemetery in Roan Mountain with Steve Guinn officiating. Active pallbearers will be Aaron Powell, David Miller, Tim Shell, Ronnie Hendry, Chad Morgan and Mark Birchfield. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Johnson, Carroll Ray, Stuart Ingram, Dameon Stout, Ricky "Fonzie" Hughes, Jim Hicks, Don Birchfield, Gene Mosley, Willie Shell, Mike Powell and Chad Street.

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John Winters, 79, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with his Lord Friday, May 21, 2010 at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital following a brief illness. He was a native of Carter County and the son of the late Ed and Carrie Shell Winters. He was a former employee of the Carter County Sheriffs Department. He was of the Baptist faith and Mr. Winters was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters.
Mr. Winters is survived by his wife of thirty-eight years, Patsy Heaton Winters of the home; a daughter and her fiancé, Angela Adkins and Eddie Miller, both of Roan Mountain; one son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Ann Stout, Roan Mountain; three special grand-daughters; Patsy Adkins, Pam Adkins, and Little Ronnie Miller all of Roan Mountain; three sisters and one brother-in-law; Mary Grace Harmon, Boone, NC; Louella and Tate Whittington, Elizabethton; Ruth Fletchers, Roan Mountain. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service for Mr. Winters will be conducted at 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 24, 2010 at the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain with Rev. Keith Gwyn officiating. Music will be under the direction of the Melody Trio. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, prior to the service.
The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11:00 AM; Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at the Johnson-Roanview Cemetery in Roan Mountain with Military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post No. 49. Active pallbearers will be Carroll Jones, Russell Jones, Jack Heaton, Eddie Miller, Randall Cook, Matthew Caraway and Chris Estep. Honorary pallbearers will be Randy Caraway, Roy Heaton, Bobby McCurry, Ford Miller, Rick Heaton, Gary Heaton, Rick Harmon, Bob Harmon, Roger Miller, Tate Whittington, John Peters, Rick Whitehead, Ronnie Hicks and friends and neighbors.

Patsy married John H. Winters about 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. John (son of Ed Winters and Carrie Shell) was born on 17 May 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 May 2010 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Johnson Roan View Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Eugene Heaton, 82, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at The Waters of Roan Highlands. He was the son of the late Jess Davis and Oma Bailey and was born in Carter County on November 2, 1936. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lela Lyons Heaton, in 2012, as well as one brother, James Bailey, and one sister, Pat Blevins.
Mr. Heaton was a United States Veteran, having served in both the Army and then the Air Force. He retired from Fingerhut and was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Roan Mountain where he served as a former deacon and served on the bus ministry in his younger years. He enjoyed attending church and being around family and friends.
Those left to cherish his wonderful memory include his son, Doug Heaton, of the home; two sisters, Vicky Barnett and husband, Rob, of Troutdale, Va., and Betty Glasgow and husband, Neil, of Johnson City; one brother, Norman Davis and wife, Wanda, of Elizabethton; two sisters-in-law, Pearl Owens of North Carolina and Linda Gouge of Erwin; and one brother-in-law, Earl Lyons of Roan Mountain.
A service to honor and celebrate the life of Eugene Heaton will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Victory Baptist Church, 7241 US-19E, Roan Mountain, with Reverend Jerry Honeycutt and Reverend Tull Oaks officiating. Music will be under the direction of Victory Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 until 3 p.m. Thursday or at the residence at other times. The graveside service will follow the funeral service at the Perry Family Cemetery on Shell Creek. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

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Norma Lou "Dude" Cox Baker, 79, Roan Mountain, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late William Eston & Evelyn Heaton Cox. She was of the Baptist Faith. She loved to play Bingo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son: Michael Gibbs, one granddaughter: Kristie Gibbs, one brother: Bill Cox and a sister: Ruby Street.

Those left to cherish her memory include a daughter: Angie (Steve) Blair, Roan Mountain, and A Daughter-in-law: Sandy Gibbs, Roan Mountain, a grandson: Eston Blair, a granddaughter: Miranda Gibbs, two step-granddaughters: Jennifer Blair and Shannon Hicks. Two Great granddaughters: Lexi & Shelby Gibbs, four step-great-grandchildren: Madison and Natalie Hicks, Garrett & Mason Johnson. A special sister-in-law: Peggy Powell. Two Sisters: Jo Putman, Roan Mountain and Nancy Cox, of West Virginia. Three Brothers: Robert Cox, Elizabethton, Dallas Cox, Cranberry, North Carolina and Ronnie Cox, of West Virginia. Several nieces & nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, October 25, 2019, in the Evergreen Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim Hughes and Rev. John McCoury officiating. Interment will follow in the Abagail Ruth Heaton Cemetery.

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ELIZABETHTON - Jean Crain, of Elizabethton, took her Savior's hand and stepped out into eternity on Thursday, December 14, 2017 from the Johnson City Medical Center.

Jean was a native of Carter County and was a daughter of the late Clifton and Bertha Heaton Roark. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Nina Faye Nave.

Jean was a former employee of Sperry Univac and was the former owner and operator of Erwin's Floral and Gift Shop in Roan Mountain. She was a member of Doe River Baptist Church, where she served on various committees. Jean loved flowers, being home with her family and her dogs, but especially loved being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 61 years, Delaney Crain, of the home; a son, Kelly Crain and wife Teresa, of Elizabethton; twin daughters, Connie Bowery and husband Tony and Caren Hill and Grady, all of Elizabethton; three grandchildren, Whitney James and husband Ben, Dylan Hill and fiancé Emily Street and Cameron Crain, all of Elizabethton; two great grandchildren, Marlee Faith James and Gracie Jean James, both of Elizabethton; her sisters, Shirley Johnson and Judy Heaton and husband Bill, all of Roan Mountain and Sandy Miller and husband Larry, of Elizabethton; one brother, Larry Roark and wife Joan, of Roan Mountain. Several nieces and nephews, along with her special friend, Sue Hamm, also survive.

A graveside service to celebrate the life of Jean Crain will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Hawk, Rev. Daniel Fink and Rev. Ben James, officiating. Music will be under the direction of Sue Hamm. Active pallbearers will be Cameron Crain, Dylan Hill, Ted Walsh, Kenny Johnson, Kyle Heaton and Tony Bowery. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Doe River Baptist Church, friends and neighbors.

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Vickie R. Hughes, 71, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., went home to be with her Lord and her daughter Tiffany, on Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. Vickie was born in Banner Elk, N.C., to the late Ivan and Lucy Heaton Miller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Tiffany Holdren, and a sister, Bobbie McKinney.
Vickie was a cook and was of the Free Will Baptist faith. She liked to watch westerns, reading and loved her grandchildren.
Those left to cherish her memories include her daughter, Tabby Hampton of Roan Mountain; four granddaughters, Payton Johnson, Madelyn Johnson and Madison Johnson, all of Roan Mountain, and their father Johnny, and Chloe Holdren and her father John of Newland; and two sisters, Donna Gray and husband Perry of Roan Mountain and Diana Marshall of Morristown. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A graveside service to celebrate the life of Vickie R. Hughes will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, February 18, in the Miller Cemetery in Roan Mountain, Tenn., with Rev. Randy English officiating. Mr. Aaron Gray will provide a eulogy. Special singing will be provided at the graveside. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 12:45 p.m. Monday. The family would like to especially thank the ICU Staff and Megan Vaught for their excellent care and kindness during this difficult time.

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HAMPTON - Jerry Keith Heaton, 63, Hampton went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, Sept.29, 2019 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville with his family by his side.

Born December 19, 1955 in Baltimore, Maryland, he had lived most of his life in Tennessee. He was a 1973 graduate of Cloudland High School. He was a member of Roan Mountain Lodge. He was of the Baptist Faith. Jerry was preceded in death by his father; Tip Heaton.

He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 31 years: Donna Pierce Heaton. His Mother: Dorothy Heaton, Two Brothers: Ronnie (Judy) Heaton, niece: Wendy and nephew Jamie, Robert (Sherri) Heaton and nephew Alex. Father & Mother-In-Law: Ralph & Kay Pierce. Two Sisters-in-Law: Debbie (Randy) Payne and Nephew: Michael & Diana (Dean) Maxwell. His special friends: Sandy & Jr. Tolley, Tara & Ronnie Crum, Billy & Dale Greene, Keith Tipton, Steve & Donna Tipton, Debbie & Rick Ricker, Nancy, Toby, Connie Wells, James Gouge, Lug & Kim Wells, Dennis & Jill Panther, Johnny & Moo Eaker, Bobbi & Hillbilly Wilson, Gwen Sprinkle, Vicki Adkins and all of his bluegrass and camping friends and all his C0-workers from Eastman.

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Funeral Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Wednesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor David Montgomery officiating. Entombment Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, October 3, 2019 in the Mausoleum of Faith, Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 1:20 p.m. Thursday will be; Billy Greene, Alex Heaton, Michael Payne, Steve Tipton, Junior Tolley and Ronnie Crum. Honorary Pallbearers will be family and friends.

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Roy Lee “Tim” Troutman Jr., 60, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 24, 2020, at his residence. Roy was born in Banner Elk, N.C., to the late Roy Lee Troutman Sr. and Ruth Hughes Troutman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Troutman Hughes; a niece, Toni Vess; a nephew, Brady Lee Hughes; and a brother-in-law, C.L. Young.
Roy worked in construction and was a member of First Baptist Church in Roan Mountain. He had earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Art at ETSU and he loved photography.
Those left to cherish his memory include three sisters, Billie Gray (Leroy) of Greeneville, Patricia Young of Roan Mountain and Ruth Ann Tipton (Terry) of Johnson City; a daughter, Heather Hampton of Johnson City; several nieces and nephews; and his girlfriend, Mary Parker of Roan Mountain and her children and grandchildren.
A graveside service to honor the life of Roy Lee “Tim” Troutman Jr. will be conducted at noon Monday, January 27, in the Troutman Family Cemetery in the Burbank Community of Roan Mountain with Mr. Allen Hughes officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Harsh, Raymond Thomas and Tony Church.

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Wilma Love Blackwell, 81, of Elizabethton, Tenn., passed away at Hermitage Health Center on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Wilma was born in Carter County to the late William and Edith (Troutman) Street. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Henry Blackwell.
Wilma retired from Elizabethton Glass Company and had previously worked at East Tennessee Mills. She attended Burbank Free Will Baptist Church and was a loving woman who would rather give than to receive. She loved spending time with her grandson, Cole. Wilma was an excellent cook and was always smiling. She enjoyed shopping and traveling.
Left to cherish her memory include her son and daughter-in-law, Brent and Tabitha Blackwell, and a grandson, Cole Blackwell, all of Elizabethton. Several brothers and sisters also survive.
A graveside service to celebrate the life of Wilma Love Blackwell will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, December 4, at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Luther McKeehan, a family friend, officiating. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Wilma married David Henry Blackwell on 5 Mar 1964 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . David (son of Coburn Jack Blackwell and Nancy Pauline Ledford) was born on 25 Mar 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 6 Jul 2021 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Larry Dean Barnett, 74, of Roan Mountain, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 3, 2021, at Johnson City Medical Center. Larry was born to the late Norman Dallas and Willie Troutman Barnett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Waits and Julia Barnett; maternal grandparents, Hez and Delia Troutman; and several aunts and uncles.
Larry was a member of Burbank Freewill Baptist Church. He retired from Charles A. Cannon Hospital. He enjoyed collecting watches, watching wrestling on TV, listening to gospel music and staying in touch with everyone on Facebook.He enjoyed collecting watches, watching wrestling on TV, listening to gospel music and staying in touch with everyone on Facebook.
Those left to cherish his memories include his wife, Betty Barnett, of the home; two sons, Tim Barnett and wife Shelia, and Tracy Barnett, all of Roan Mountain; four grandchildren, Riley Barnett of Roan Mountain, Kailey Phillips, Kaydance Barnett and Kade Barnett, all of Spruce Pine, N.C.; two sisters, Shirley Street and husband JD of Johnson City, Tenn., and Janet Largent and husband Clarence of Hampton, Tenn.; one niece, Tandy Bradley of Hampton, Tenn.; three nephews, Travis Largent and wife Debbie of Hampton, Tenn., Tim Street and wife Karen of Johnson City, Tenn., and Todd Street and wife Rebecca of Johnson City, Tenn.; and two special friends, Rob and Toni Miller of Elizabethton, Tenn.
The service to honor the life of Larry Dean Barnett will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, at Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain-Rhododendron Chapel, with Pastor Wesley Duncan, Rev. Randy English and Rev. Gary Whitehead officiating. Music will be provided by his niece, Tandy Bradley. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 5 until 7 p.m. The graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, at Troutman Forbes Cemetery, Roan Mountain, Tenn. Everyone is asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:50 p.m. Active pallbearers will be Tim Street, Todd Street, Travis Largent, Rob Miller, James Boone and Larry Gouge.

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Samuel “Sam” Ray Heaton, 64, of Roan Mountain, Tenn., passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022, in Roan Mountain. Sam was born in Elizabethton to the late Bobby Ray Heaton and Mary Roberta Winters Strickland.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, John Strickland.
Sam was an employee of Snap-on Tools of Elizabethton for 16 years and was a very hard worker. Above all he cherished his family and was a caring and wonderful father, laid back and very intelligent. Sam was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed listening to ’70s rock music with his daughter and watching Richard Petty during his NASCAR career, Dallas Cowboys and watching wrestling with his son.
Those left to cherish Sam’s memory include his wife of 25 years, Sharon (Ward) Heaton, of the home; his beloved children, Emily and Evan Heaton, both of Roan Mountain; and two brothers, Steve Heaton of Roan Mountain and Andrew (Amanda) Strickland of Elk Park, N.C.
A service to celebrate and honor the life of Samuel “Sam” Ray Heaton will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1, in the Rhododendron Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Roan Mountain, with Pastor Tull Oaks and Pastor Chris Hitechew officiating. Chris McKinney will provide a song. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Sunday, prior to the service. The graveside service will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Justin Jordan, Hayden Roberson, Zane Ward, Darrell Birchfield, Steve Heaton and Andrew Strickland. Troy Ward will serve as honorary pallbearer.