George Washington White

Notes:

Died from Bright's disease (kidney diease or chronic nephritis).

George married Mary Buckles on 28 Sep 1866 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of Robert Campbell Buckles and Matilda Caroline Taylor) was born in Mar 1850 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 8 Dec 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ritchie Cemetery, Stoney Creek, Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Thomas married Eliza Ann Forbes on 14 Sep 1893 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Eliza (daughter of Daniel Robert Forbes and Mary Jane Pleasant) was born on 5 Jun 1870 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 4 Dec 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Forbes Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Margaret married Daniel Nave Colbaugh on 8 Nov 1892 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Daniel (son of Teter Nave Colbaugh and Lorina Jane Lewis) was born on 3 May 1868 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 17 Apr 1938 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married Rebecca Pierce about 1896. Rebecca was born in Jul 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died before 1910. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jessaline married Robert "Bob" Ensor on 14 Jan 1897 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Robert (son of William Demsy Ensor and Clara Blevins) was born on 16 Mar 1871 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Nov 1936 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rosie married Thomas S. Nidiffer on 29 Oct 1897 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Thomas was born on 21 Apr 1874 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Jun 1957 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ritchie Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Lucy Heaton on 13 Sep 1902 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lucy (daughter of Mister Heaton and Martha (Heaton)) was born about 1883 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died before 1913 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Ercil Hardin about 1912 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ercil (daughter of Charles Preston Toncray Hardin and Eliza DeLoach) was born in May 1894 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Oct 1928 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Highland Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Bertha (White) about 1929 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Bertha was born about 1905 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Johnnie married Amelia Blevins on 30 May 1903 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Amelia was born about 1884 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Flora Rains on 20 May 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Flora (daughter of James H. Rains and Eliza Archer) was born on 6 Apr 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Feb 1979 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Daniel married Ollie Combs on 27 Jun 1926 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ollie (daughter of Caleb M. Combs and Geneva "Nevia" Richardson) was born about 1907 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ada married William Odell Garland on 18 Sep 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William (son of Isaac Garland and Orpha Frazier) was born on 7 May 1890 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Mar 1969 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blevins Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Amelia married W. Roy Nidiffer on 22 Apr 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. W. (son of William Mark Nidiffer and Rebecca Caroline Bowers) was born on 14 Sep 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Dec 1969 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Mary E. Cress about 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of James M. Cress and Edith Estep) was born on 4 Jun 1897 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 15 Dec 1976 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Kress Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ben married Mary Myrtle Bishop on 14 Nov 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mary (daughter of William Pascal Bishop and Ella Ann Ruth) was born on 10 Sep 1902 in Wise County, , , Virginia; died in Mar 1987 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Matilda married Robert Grindstaff on 18 Aug 1923 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Robert was born about 1905 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married Cora Ellen Gentry on 17 Jan 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Cora (daughter of Noah Gentry and Farrie Hicks) was born on 14 Mar 1913 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 13 Feb 1998 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She was the daughter of the late Robert "Bob" and Jessie White Ensor. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ernest "Ernie" Garrison, September 8, 1986; a son, Jerry Garrison; five brothers, John, Ben, Cecil, Jim and Dan Ensor; and four sisters, Amelia Nidiffer, Dot Kress, Mary "Poll" Ensor and Tilda Grindstaff; and a stepsister, Alma Swinger.

Mrs. Garrison was the Oldest Member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church.

Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth Naomi Garrison, 91, were conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at Dungan Chapel Baptist Church.

Ruth married Earnest Garrison on 3 Sep 1932 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Earnest (son of William Clingman Garrison and Bessie L. Headrick) was born about 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 8 Sep 1896 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Lela Ensor Bailey, 95, of Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at Ivy Hall Nursing Home. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Jessie White Ensor. Mrs. Bailey was a graduate of Unaka High School, East Tennessee State College and received her Master's of Education from Oklahoma State University. Her career in teaching started at Midway Elementary School on Stoney Creek. She moved to Louisville, Ky., where she taught school in Jefferson County for over 20 years. She returned to Stoney Creek 30 years ago. She was a member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Bailey; five sisters, Amelia Nidiffer, Mary "Poll" Ensor, Tilda Grindstaff, Dorothy "Dot" Kress and Ruth Garrison; and five brothers, John, Dan, Ben, Cecil and Jim Ensor. Survivors include a son, George Robert Bailey and wife Porter Watkins, Louisville, Ky.; a step-son, Kenneth Bailey, Louisville, Ky.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Lela Ensor Bailey will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday, February 22, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, in the Ensor Cemetery. Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday, will be Kenneth Nidiffer, Glen Ensor, Charles Ensor, Owen Grindstaff, Earnest Ensor, Jimmy Ensor, Billy Bob Garrison and Kenny Bailey.

Lela married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Seth married Clara Ina Sheffield on 24 Dec 1935 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Clara (daughter of Landon Charles H. Sheffield and Martha Maralda Shoun) was born on 2 Mar 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Elizabethton Star," Wednesday, September 5, 1934
DEATH TAKES ELMER WHITE
Elmer White, 26, who was injured August 25 in an automobile accident near Butler, died in a local hospital Tuesday afternoon as the result of the injuries. White who was married, suffered tetanus, or lockjaw.
He resided on the Watauga river, rural route one, and was a member of the Stoney Creek Baptist Church.
Funeral services were conducted from the Dungan Chapel this afternoon at two o'clock, with the Rev. E. R. Kilgore officiating. Burial was made in the Ensor Cemetery. During the earlier part of his life, he lived eight years at the R. M. Ensor home.
Survivors are his widow, and one son, Earl White; father, Ben White; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Bowling and Miss Helen White; four brothers, J. N., Paul, Georgia[sic], and Sef White.
Active pall bearers: Noland Grindstaff, Wilburn Dykes, Palmer Aldrich, Robert Grindstaff, George Ensor, and Charles Ensor. Flower bearers: Miss Ruth Bishop, Mrs. Vera Bowers, Miss Gussie Taylor, Miss Bethel Grindstaff, Mrs. Bula Myers, Miss Fay Taylor, Mrs. Bessie Williams, Miss Hazel Davis, Miss Bertha Pierce, and Miss Hazel Dykes.

Mary married Herman Carl Bowling on 17 Jan 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Herman (son of Carl Bowling and Elizabeth "Lizzie" DeLoach) was born on 18 Jun 1909 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 May 1959 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

"Elizabethton Star," Wednesday, February 3, 1937
GEORGE WHITE
George White, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben White, died this morning at his home on the Johnson City highway.
Funeral services were conducted this afternoon at three o'clock with the Rev. Huston Blevins officiating. Interment was in the Taylor Cemetery.
Survivors of the child are the parents; one brother, Tom White; two sisters, May and Helen White; three half-sisters, Jean, Eula and Charlotte White; and three half-brothers, James, Pal and Seth White.

Notes:

Laura Annice Campbell Price passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at Shannondale Independent Living in Maryville, Tennessee.

She was 96 years old, having been born on February 5, 1922, on Stoney Creek in Carter County Tennessee. She was the last living child of six children of William Ballard White and Flora Rains White. Annice married Thomas Price after Clinton died.

In 1940 she married Clinton Campbell, who died in March 1973. All three of Ann and Clinton's children are living. They, with spouses, are Donna Gale and LCDR William Rollinson, USN retired, of Maryville; Capt Darrell W. Campbell (Bud), USN, retired, and Mary Ann of Warrenton Virginia; and Capt James L. Campbell, USN, retired, and Carol of Maryville; a stepdaughter, Lauranne Vallone and husband John, of Medford, NY; a stepson, Tommy Price and wife Patricia, of Johnson City, TN; eight grandchildren and was very proud of each of them and every one of her 19 great grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Clinton, Annice and Tom were all members and close friends from the Unaka High School class of 1940. She had a positive, "can do" outlook and was always a leader in church, school and community. Annice was a member of the Poplar Grove Baptist Church before moving her membership to First Baptist of Elizabethton after she and Tom moved to town. At Poplar Grove, she taught Sunday School, sang in the choir, directed scores of Christmas pageants and either directed or helped with nearly every Vacation Bible School while her children were growing up. She and Tom continued to dedicate time, talent and resources to Poplar Grove and First Baptist before she moved to Maryville after Tom died. Late in her life, Ann grew to love Tennessee Lady Vols basketball and never missed watching them on TV. She frequently noted that she had played basketball for Unaka High. Throughout her life she was actively and unequivocally supportive of each member of her family, never missing a chance to share her pride in their lives and accomplishments. As a friend to many, she was quietly steadfast in her support and help when it was needed. She will be missed for all the right reasons.

A service to celebrate the life of Laura Annice Campbell Price will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Thursday, October 4, 2018 in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. The family will receive friends from NOON until 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Thursday.

The graveside service will follow at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be her grandsons and friends.

Laura married Clinton L. Campbell about 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Clinton (son of Robert C. Campbell and Ellen E. Stout) was born about 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died about 1973 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Garland Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
Harry Houston “Bud” White of Lawrenceville, Ga., passed away on April 26, 2021 in Buford, Ga. Harry was a native of Carter County. His parents were Dan and Ollie White of Stoney Creek.
Harry graduated from Elizabethton High School in 1948, and entered the U.S. Air Force where he served as a flight radio operator during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and became a telecommunications engineer. He married Jean (Barnes) White, also of Elizabethton, and spent most of the remainder of his life in the Atlanta area. After retiring from the telecommunications industry, Harry joined Admissions and Guest Services at Dollywood Theme Park (Pigeon Forge, Tenn.), where he worked for an additional 18 years before “retiring” again.
Harry was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, where he became a 32nd-degree Mason. He served as a Deacon at Mount Carmel Christian Church, Stone Mountain, Ga., for a number of years. He loved reading about the Old West, and made several trips to his favorite place: Yellowstone National Park.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean, and is survived by his two children, Dr. Richard E. White and Sandra J. White, both of Dacula, Ga.; two grandchildren, Gina M. White, Augusta, Ga., and Daniel R. White, Dacula, Ga.; and a sister, Hazel Truman Hester, Lake Mary, Fla.
The graveside service and entombment will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, April 30, in the Mausoleum of Peace at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Mr. Greg Key, minister, officiating.

Sibilia married Gilbert Gibson Hardin about 1941 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Gilbert (son of John R. Hardin and Hettie Frazier) was born on 10 Nov 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Jan 2012 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Blevins Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

She was a daughter of the late W.O. and Ada Colbaugh Garland. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Jessee Willard Stout, and her second husband, Jesse L. Booker; a grandson, Waylon Stout; four sisters, Theo Patrick, Carmelita Peters, Sibilia Hardin, and Jewel Garland, and three brothers, Charles Garland, T.N. Garland and Odell Garland.

She was a retired Nurse's Aide.

Mrs. Booker attended the First Assembly of God.

Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 23, 2004 in Memorial Funeral Chapel.

Burial followed in Happy Valley Memorial Park.

T. married Hazel B. Waters on 31 Jan 1941 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Hazel (daughter of George Washington Waters and Lillie Mae Stone) was born on 17 Jun 1921 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 12 Mar 1998 in Clarkston, , Asotin County, Washington; was buried in Vineland Cemetery, , Asotin County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Yvonne married Ivan E. Morley about 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ivan (son of William Burney Morley and Catherine "Cassie" Lowe) was born about 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Feb 2010 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Carmaletta married Laymont Arley Peters about 1948 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Laymont (son of William M. Peters and Rosa L. Colbaugh) was born on 4 Feb 1927 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Jun 1998 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Forbes Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mrs. Velma L. Ensor Davis, 86, Pine Ridge Health Center, formerly of 171 Davis Hollow Road, Elizabethton died Friday, March 16, 2007 in Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Carter County she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Kress Ensor. Mrs. Davis was a homemaker and she was a member of Dungan's Chapel Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Clark Davis; a brother, Ivan Ensor; a sister, Moilee Lewis and a half-brother, Ebbie Kress. Survivors include a daughter, Vanessa McQueen, Elizabethton; a son, Eddie D. Davis, Clayton, NC; two grandchildren, Richard E. Davis, Clayton, NC and Rachel E. Davis, Chapel Hill, NC ; three sisters, Ida Connley, Chicago, IL; Ella Mae Bishop and Jessaline Ensor, both of Elizabethton and four brothers, Robert Ensor, Aubrey Ensor, Glen Ensor and Dennie Ensor, all of Elizabethton. Funeral service for Mrs. Velma L. Ensor Davis will be conducted at 4:30 P.M. Sunday, March 18, 2007 in the Sunset Chapel of Hathaway-Percy Funeral Home with Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. Music will be under the direction of Mr. David Arney. A graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 19, 2007 in the Davis Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be nephews and friends.

Velma married Elbert Clark Davis on 15 Sep 1947 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Elbert was born on 9 May 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 Mar 1998 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married Pauline Woodby on 6 Feb 1947 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Pauline was born on 21 Jun 1928 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Jan 2000 in Lenawee County, , , Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Moilee married William Gordon Lewis about 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. William (son of Joe Brown Lewis and Dora B. Overbay) was born on 6 Feb 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 21 Jan 1990; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Ella Mae Ensor Bishop, 83, Elizabethton entered into rest, Monday, August 13, 2012 at the residence of her daughter.

A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary Kress Ensor. She was a retired school teacher. Mrs Bishop was a 1948 graduate of Unaka High School and received a BS Degree in Elementary Education from Milligan College. She had taught at Unaka Elementary, Buladean Elementary and Midway Elementary Schools. She was a member of the Carter County Retired Teachers Association. Mrs. Bishop was a member of the Dungan Chapel Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Chalmer Bishop, two sisters: Velma Davis and Moilee Lewis and three brothers: Elbert Kress, Robert and Ivan Ensor.

Survivors include a daughter & son-in-law: Dinah & Richard Babb, Elizabethton. Two Grandchildren: Amanda Estep and husband Rickey, James Babb and wife Ashley. One Great Grandson: Clayton Estep. Two Sisters: Jesselene Ensor, Elizabethton and Ida Connelly, Chicago, Illinois. Three Brothers: Dennie, Glenn and Aubrey Ensor all of Elizabethton. Several nieces & nephews.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2012 in the Kress Cemetery with the Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. Burial will follow the service. Active Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Ella married Chalmer Eugene Bishop on 31 Aug 1950 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Chalmer (son of Chalmer Eugene Bishop and Mary Agnes Simandle) was born on 3 Oct 1936 in Wise County, , , Virginia; died on 5 Jul 2007 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Aubrey Frank Ensor, 88, Elizabethton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, December 17, 2019. He was born September 06, 1931, to John and Mary Kress Ensor, Elizabethton, Tennessee, where he grew up. He served in the United States Army in the Korean War Conflict. He was retired from Tri-State Container. He was an avid sportsman and loved to fish, hunt, and watch sports.

He was a member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church where he loved his Sunday School Class. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Ida Connelly, Velma Davis, Rob Ensor, Ivan Ensor, Moilee Lewis, Ella Mae Bishop, and Glen Ensor. He is survived by a brother Dennie Ensor and sister Jesseline Ensor.

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Onnie Jemema Lowe Ensor. His children, Sandra and husband Mike Patrick, Clarksville, Tn. Debbie Heaton and husband Eric, Elizabethton, Amy and husband Tank Morrell, Elizabethton and Audra and husband David Wood, Elizabethton. He loved his four grandchildren Brittany Heaton, Cody and Sasha Cornett, Chelsea Wood, Matthew Wood and fiancée Chelsea Grubb. The family would like to express a special thank you to his special friend Paul and Lenice Taylor.

The family will receive friends at Memorial Funeral Chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. and the Funeral Service will follow at 7 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Chapel on Friday, December 20, 2019, with son-in-law Pastor Eric Heaton and grandson Rev. Matthew Wood, officiating. Pallbearers will be Donald Ensor, John Ensor, Jeff Lewis, Lee Martin, Gary Morrell and Paul Taylor. Honorary Pallbearers include The Men's Sunday School Class of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church. Music will be provided by Mrs. Joyce Salyer, soloist. Graveside Service and interment will be at 11 a.m. at the Kress Cemetery.

Aubrey married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Glen Ensor, 85, of Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2019, at the residence of his daughter after a brief illness.
A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late John and Mary Kress Ensor.
Glen served in the United States Army and was a retired employee of Inland Container after 36 years of service. He was an active member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Velma Davis, Ida Conley, Ella Mae Bishop and Moilee Lewis, and three brothers, Ivan Ensor, Robert Ensor and Elbert Kress.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Pauline Wilson Ensor; a daughter and son-in-law, Glenda and Mick Kyte, Blountville; one granddaughter, Taylor Elizabeth Kyte; one sister, Jesselene Ensor; two brothers, Aubrey and Denny Ensor; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Glen Ensor will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. The graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 16, in the Wilson Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be his church family, former employees of Inland Container and his special friend, Hope Pearson.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
A native of Carter County, Aunt Shotty, as everyone called her, was the daughter of the late John and Mary Kress Ensor. She was a life-long homemaker. Shotty loved to garden, sew, play the piano, and cook. She left behind a legacy of love and compassionate care that she provided to multiple family members, including her parents and siblings. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by nine siblings, Velma Davis, Ida Conley, Ella Mae Bishop, Moilee Lewis, Aubrey Ensor, Robert Ensor, Elbert Ensor, Ivan Ensor and Glen Ensor.
Survivors include her only living brother, Dennie and wife Ruby; one sister-in-law, Jemema Ensor; several nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews and a special great-great-nephew, Clayton Estep.
The graveside service will be conducted at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, in the Kress Cemetery, in Hurley Hollow, with Rev. Eric Heaton officiating. Music will be provided by Eric and Debbie Heaton. Active pallbearers are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 4:45 p.m. Pallbearers will be Matthew Wood, Ricky Estep, Jeff Lewis, James “Tank” Morrell, Donald Ensor and Johnny Ensor. Honorary pallbearers will include James Babb, Mick Kyte and her other surviving nieces and nephews. A special “Thank You” to a special niece, Dinah and Rick Babb, and their daughter, Amanda, for providing her care at the end of her life. Also, a special thank you to Eddie Dean Davis, wife Precilla, and Caris Healthcare for the excellent care she received.

Ralph married Claudia Nell Alford on 8 Jul 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Claudia (child of Blonnie Blanche Alford) was born about 1934 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 16 Nov 2021 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Ensor Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Grace Ensor Pierce, 83, of Elizabethton, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2017.
A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Ben and Mary Bishop Ensor.
Grace was a graduate of Unaka High School. She had lived in Dublin, Va., for 32 years before returning to Elizabethton. She was a member of the Eastern Star and of the Baptist Faith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Pierce, November 3, 2008; two brothers, Bill and Ralph Ensor; and three sisters, Georgia Quick, Mae Richardson and Rita Roth.
Survivors are her two children, Steven Pierce and wife Genia, Elizabethton, and Donna Pierce Scofield and husband Don, Rutherfordton, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Karen Pierce, Emily White and husband Bryan, all of Elizabethton, Hope Scofield, Winston-Salem, N.C., Jessie, Kate, William and Zachary Scofield, all of Rutherfordton, N.C.; three brothers, Henry Wayne Ensor and wife Cynthia, Charles "Cobby" Ensor and Edward "Pookie" Ensor, all of Elizabethton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 2, at Carter Christian Church with the funeral services to follow at 6 p.m. Wednesday with Dr. Donald G. Scofield Jr. officiating. Music will be provided by the family. Interment will follow in the Blevins Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be William Scofield, Zachary Scofield, Bryan White, Jeff Ensor, Alan Shelnutt, Ty LaRue, Brian Barnette and Aaron Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be her nieces and nephews.

Family/Spouse: Billy Gene Pierce. Billy was born on 14 Sep 1938 in Wise County, , , Virginia; died on 3 Nov 2008 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Alma "Tops" Kehrli, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2017, at Johnson City Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
Tops was the widow of T/Sgt Herbert Kehrli and the eldest daughter of the late Robert "Bo" and Tilda Grindstaff. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Eldon and Lloyd Grindstaff, and sisters, Clara (infant), Lela Pearl Southerland, Bertie Ruth Milhorn and Mary "Monk" Lewis; brothers-in-law, Lee Southerland and Norman Kehrli; and sister-in-law, Phyllis Grindstaff.
Tops is survived by three daughters, Alice Marie Pendergast (Mike), of Cullowhee, N.C., Ann Taylor (Javy), of Elizabethton, and Debbie Bishop, of Johnson City; and six grandchildren, Aaron Pendergast (Teresa), Brandon Pendergast (Stephanie), Julie Phillips (Adam), Courtney Taylor, Jaclyn Wilson (Chris) and Tara Collins (Davey). Her great-grandchildren include Lauren Pendergast, Kelly Pendergast, TJ Rose, Caleb Phillips, Evan Phillips, Kimberly Proffitt, Mason Wilson and Aubrey Collins. She also has a great-great-grandchild, Bentley Rose. Surviving sisters and brothers include Lois Carver (Roger), Virginia Grindstaff, Owen Grindstaff (Dee) and Marvin Grindstaff. Also surviving are sister-in-law, Lolita Kehrli, and brothers-in-law, John Lewis and Bill Milhorn, as well as son-in-law, Denny Bishop. Nieces and nephews include Joyce Salyer (Roy), Lisa Pierce (Phil), Michael Southerland (Joan) and Karen Southerland (Brian).
Tops remained the widow of T/Sgt Herbert Kehrli, killed in action in Viet Nam in 1968, until the time of her passing. She dedicated her time to raising her three daughters. She was blessed with the gift of hospitality and loved nothing more than having a house full of family and friends to cook for. She was a lifelong member of Dungan Chapel Baptist Church. Tops loved her church family and her "pew-buddy," Billy Bob Garrison.
Funeral services for Alma "Tops" Kehrli will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 11, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. Services will be officiated by Rev. Eric Heaton. Music will be provided by Dale Williams, soloist, and Joyce Salyer. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service, or any time at her daughter, Ann's, home. Interment will immediately follow the service at Ensor Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Pendergast, Brandon Pendergast, Chris Wilson, Adam Phillips, Davey Collins, Nicholas Lyons, Travis Williams and Michael Southerland. Her daughters would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Kenny Hopland for his special care of and attention to "Ms. Alma."

Raymond married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON — Robert Elmer "Bug" Ensor, 78, Elizabethton passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2016, in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital.

A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Robert Cecil & Cora Ellen Gentry Ensor. He was a 1957 graduate of Unaka High School. He was also a graduate of New Orleans Baptist Theology Seminary with a degree in Music & Religion Education.

He was retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service. HE served in the Vietnam Era. Robert was a member of the Lynn Valley Baptist Church. He loved writing poetry and sharing his gift with others. He also loved music and working with children.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Stanley and Raymond Ensor; mother and father-in-law, Van & Jewell Edwards; and a sister-in-law, Elaine.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce Frank Ensor; three brothers, Howard Ensor and wife Jewel, C. L "Chug" Ensor and wife Laurie and Ernest "Pete" Ensor and wife Kathy; three sisters, Marie Oxendine and husband Tom, Ruby Corder, and Lynda Kaye Vaughn and husband Tom; his sisters-in-law, Phyllis Ensor, Nyoka Ensor and Evelyn Beschke; a brother-in-law, Roberts Edwards. One Uncle Frank Gentry and wife Evelyn; several nieces & nephews; great nieces & nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Friday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Dennis Wilson officiating.

Graveside Service and Interment will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2016, in the Ensor. Music will be provided by Larry Adams, the Lynn Valley Baptist Church and Cathy Wilson. Active Pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 12:50 p.m. on Saturday, will be: Kevin Vaughn, Tommy Vaughn, Jason Ensor, Ronnie Ensor, Michael Ensor, John Corder and Chris Corder. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Bill Green, Pastor Bobby Stout, Mem of Lynn Valley Baptist Church, Fred Jenkins, the football team and the Class of 1957, Unaka High School and Carlton H. Conaway.

Notes:

C. Lee "Chug" Ensor, 76, of Clarksville, Tenn., passed into Heaven on Saturday, February 25, 2017, at his home. He was born on March 28, 1940, to Cecil and Cora Ellen Ensor.
Mr. Ensor graduated from Unaka High School in 1958. He joined the Army and retired many years later.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Stanley, Raymond and Robert "Bug" Ensor; and two nephews, Randy and Ricky Ensor.
Survivors include his loving wife of almost 36 years, Laura Schlosser Ensor; three sons, Chad and Gregory, of the home, and Michael Ensor, daughter-in-law, Kim Ensor, granddaughter, Danielle Ensor, all of Elizabethton; two brothers, Howard (Jewel) Ensor and Ernest "Pete" (Kathy) Ensor; three sisters, Marie (Tom) Oxendine, Ruby Corder and Lynda (Tom) Vaughn; and three sisters-in-law, Phyllis, Nyoka and Joyce Ensor; one uncle, Frank (Evelyn) Gentry. He is also survived by his in-laws, Bryan (Diana) Schlosser, Deborah (Chuck) Tesnow, Gary (Janet) Schlosser, John (Joan) Schlosser and Kevin Schlosser. Many nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces also survive.
A memorial service for "Chug" will be held at Dungan Chapel Baptist Church, Elizabethton, Tenn., on Sunday, March 19, at 2 p.m. with Military Honors.

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ELIZABETHTON - Evelyn Marie Ensor Oxendine, 76, Elizabethton, went to be with her Lord, Friday, March 15, 2019 at Ivy Hall Nursing Home following an extended illness.

A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Robert Cecil & Cora Ellen Gentry Ensor. Marie was a 1961 graduate of Unaka High School. She was a retired employee of Kingsport Press after 18 years of service. She was very active in her church, Dungan Chapel Baptist Church, where she had been a Sunday School Teacher, Member of the Church Choir, served as church clerk and active in the WMU for several years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers: Stanley, Raymond, Robert & C. Lee Ensor and two nephews: Randy & Ricky Ensor.

Survivors include her husband: Tom Oxendine, Two Sisters: Lynda Vaughn & husband Tom and Ruby Corder all of Elizabethton. Two Brothers: Howard Ensor & wife Jewell and Ernest "Pete" Ensor & wife Kathy. A special Nephew: Ronnie Ensor, a host of friends, neighbors, nieces & nephews. Her Sisters-In-Law; Phyllis Ensor, Joyce Ensor and Laura Ensor.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2019 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with Rev. Eric Heaton and Pastor Sammy Ray Oxendine. Interment will follow in the Ensor Cemetery. Music will be provided by Sacred Journey Quartet. Active Pallbearers will be: Tommy Vaughn, John Corder, James "Bo" Ensor, Michael Ensor, Greg Crowe, Jason Ensor and Ronnie Ensor.

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ELIZABETHTON - Larry Glenn White, 75, Elizabethton, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2017 in the Community Living Center, James H. Quillen VA Medical Center.

A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Seth G. & Clara Ina Sheffield White. Larry was a 1960 graduate of Unaka High School. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. Larry was an educator and teacher for 31 years. He received his degree in Social Studies & Education from West Texas State, Canyon, Texas and his Master Degree in Administration at East Tennessee State University. He began his career of teaching at Dimmitt High School, Dimmitt, Texas, then to Madison County High School, Madison, Virginia where he was a teacher and basketball coach, then to Elizabethton High School where he taught history and was Head Basketball Coach for several years, he also served as Principal at TA Dugger Junior High School, Elizabethton, his last school was Boones Creek Middle School where he was Principal. Larry was a former member of the Elizabethton Civitan Club. He was a member of Oak Street Baptist Church but in recent years he had been attending Union Hill Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years: Wynell Barnes White who died August 6, 2006.

Survivors include his children: Marcie Strong & husband Dwayne, Ruckersville, Virginia and Lance White & wife Mary Beth, Murfreesboro, Tenn... Four Grandchildren: Sierra & Mackenzie Strong and Emma Grace & Ian White. His brothers: Gary White & wife Sandy and Lanny White & wife Tootie White, two nieces & two nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Roger Hayley officiating. Graveside Service and Interment will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 18, 2017 in the Caldwell Springs Cemetery. Active Pallbearers who are requested to assemble at the funeral home at 1:20 p.m. Wednesday will be: Jeff White, Roman White, Luke White, Billy Murphy, Tom Holly, Danny Coombs and Tommy Coombs. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Eddie & Anne Dean & Family, Unaka High School Class of 1960, his former basketball players at Madison County High School and Elizabethton High School, Jeff Early, Jack Berry, David Crist, Rick Spagone, Micky Lantz, Paul & Julie Strong, Bill Byrd, David Bush, his church families of Oak Street Baptist Church & Union Hill Free Will Baptist Church.

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Gary Ford White, 76, Elizabethton, born February 22, 1943, passed away after a brief illness at Johnson City Medical Center on Sunday, May 19, 2019.
Gary was employed at North American Rayon, and retired in 2005 from ETSU College of Medicine. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Seth G. and Clara Ina Sheffield White. Gary was a 1961 graduate of Unaka High School.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Glen White, and sister-in-law, Wynell White.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra Ashworth White; children, Jeff White and wife Bonnie, Elizabethton, Tenn., and Julie Murphy and husband Billy, Johnson City, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Luke, Katie, Michaela, Bella and Maggie White and Meghan and Padraig Murphy; his brother, Lanny White and wife Tootie White; two brothers-in-law, Richard Ashworth and David Ashworth; nephews, Roman White and Lance White; nieces, Marcie Strong and Mandy Holly; several cherished cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews; and his 'special son,' Kevin "Snake" Lewis.
Gary was a member of West Side Christian Church in Elizabethton, Tenn.
Gary had several hobbies and interests with many great friends gained along the way. Gary was involved in several clubs including: The East Tennessee Antique Engine Club, The 'Barn Buddies,' Elizabethton Saturday Night Car Show Buddies, Unaka High School Class of 1961, Don Hughes Garage in Roan Mountain (Lewis, Bob and Don) and the Easy Auto Board of Directors.
The family would like to thank the staff of Sycamore Shoals Hospital and Johnson City Medical Center ICU for their compassionate care during his brief illness. A special thanks to Dr. Steven Smith and Dr. Jim Davenport, who cared for Gary for many years.

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Billy Joe Bowling, 82, of Indianapolis, Ind., formerly of Elizabethton, Tenn., passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2016, from a lengthy illness. Joe was the son of the late Herman and Mary Bowling. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Bowling, and a brother, Sonny Bowling.
Joe attended Englewood Christian Church. He retired from the Elizabethton Star Newspaper where he served many years as the sports editor.
In addition to being sports editor, Joe had served as a newspaper carrier, a photographer, reporter, and a brief stint from 1979 to 1982 as editor of the Elizabethton Star. He was well-known in the community, having served as Director of the Carter County Boys Club and as a director of the Elizabethton Housing Authority board. He was an avid Elizabethton Cyclones fan. Joe graduated from Elizabethton High School, where he played football.
In 2012 he was named to the Carter County Sports Hall of Fame for his 40-years plus as a sports writer.
He was also a supporter of the Elizabethton Parks and Rec boxing program during years past. Joe coached many ball teams from Little League to Boys Club teams.
Joe is survived by three sons, Mike Bowling and wife Lisa of Indianapolis, Mark Bowling and wife Christine of Kingsport, and Matt Bowling and wife Sarah of Johnson City; seven grandchildren, Joe Bowling and wife Mary, Josh Bowling and wife Amanda, Jake Bowling and wife Kendra, and Jordan Bowling, all of Indianapolis, Chris Bowling and wife Krissy of Elizabethton, Craig Bowling of Elizabethton and Zoe Bowling of Kingsport. He is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, two brothers, Larry Bowling and Bob Bowling, and two sisters, Kathy Smith and Brenda Hawks, all of Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
His family will gather in Indianapolis to celebrate his life and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Tennessee for family and friends

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Brenda Gail Bowling Hawks, 67, of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital, following an extended illness. Brenda was born in Elizabethton to the late Herman C. Bowling and Mary Evelyn White Bowling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Sonny Bowling and Joe Bowling.
Brenda was a homemaker and a member of Southside Freewill Baptist Church, although she attended Little Doe Freewill Baptist Church. She loved her kindle, watching MASH, Andy Griffith, Gunsmoke, the Game Show Network and most of all she loved her grandchildren.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 43 years, Albert Daniel Hawks Jr., of the home; two daughters, Michelle Bailey and husband Matthew of Greeneville and Beth Wheeler and husband Matthew of Elizabethton; one son, Albert Daniel Hawks III of Elizabethton; two grandsons, Tyler Stansberry and Alex Wheeler; two granddaughters, Sierra Bailey and Savana Bailey; one sister, Kathy Ann Bowling-Smith of Elizabethton; and two brothers, Bobby Gene Bowling and Larry Wayne Bowling, both of Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A service to celebrate and honor the life of Brenda Gail Bowling Hawks will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Shane Waters and Rev. Steve Burleson officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, prior to the service, or at the residence at other times. The graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 10, at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Tyler Stansberry, Alex Wheeler, Matt Bailey, Matt Wheeler, Chris Smith, Michael Smith and Kevin Bowling. Honorary pallbearers will be Albert Daniel Hawks III and Hunter Smith. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton at 9:15 a.m. Thursday to go in procession. The family would like to express a special thanks to the ICU Unit of Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Joy, Tammy, Lori, Heather, Jeremy and Jo for the loving care given to Brenda during her stay at the hospital.

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Larry “Bobo” Bowling went home to be in the presence of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at his residence at the age of 79. Larry was a lifelong resident of Elizabethton and was born December 9, 1942 to the late Herman C. Bowling and Mary White Bowling. In addition to his parents, Larry has been reunited with his loving wife, Sherry Lou Smith Bowling, who departed this life on September 10, 2013; three brothers, Joe Bowling, Bob Bowling and Sonny Bowling; and one sister, Brenda Hawks.
Larry attended Elizabethton High School, during which time he was a four-year varsity player in Basketball and Track and Field. After graduating from Elizabethton High School in 1963, Larry first attended Hiwassee Junior College and then later Milligan College, continuing his athletic career in college. Upon completing his education, Larry dedicated his life to serving others. Between his active duty and reserve service, Larry served his country in the United States Army for 38 years. He returned home to Carter County and began a career as a teacher and coach. His teaching career lasted for just over 40 years. Larry began racking up accolades as a high school coach and a TSSAA official. He was part of several championship tournament teams, including the 2004 boys basketball State Champion team, the 2017-18 girls basketball state tournament team, and the 2018 girls softball state tournament team. Larry was honored by the TSSAA for serving 53 years as a TSSAA Football Official.
Larry has spent his life demonstrating a deep devotion to his family, to his community, and to helping others.
Those left to cherish and remember Larry’s legacy are his two children, Kevin (Ashley) Bowling of Jonesborough and Heather (Eric) Tester of Elizabethton; two grandchildren, Payton Tester and Paisley Bowling; his sister, Kathy (Mike) Smith of Elizabethton; his favorite brother-in-law, Eddie Smith of Elizabethton; and his favorite sister-in-law, Vickie Smith of Elizabethton. Several nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors and church family also mourn his loss.
A service to honor the life of Larry “Bobo” Bowling will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Pastor Nathan Jennings and Pastor Bill Greer officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 3 until 7 p.m. Thursday, prior to the service. The service will be livestreamed. To watch the livestream simply go to our website, www.tetrickfuneralhome.com, and click on Larry’s obituary. Under his obituary tab the link will be displayed at the top of the obituary, simply click on the link and the service will start at promptly 7 p.m.
The graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, April 29, at Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Section). Active pallbearers will be Kevin Bowling, Eric Tester, Taz Erwin, Walt Pierce, Jody Crowe, C.Y. Peters, Jarfly Dugger, Bo Higgins, Kenneth Chambers and Jimmy Ensor. Honorary pallbearers will be Junior Guess, Eddie Smith and Roger Shaw.

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ELIZABETHTON — Sonny Lee Bowling, age 63, of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, from the Johnson City Medical Center from injuries sustained in an accident.

Sonny was a native of Carter County and was a son of the late Herman Carl Bowling and Mary White Bowling.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a canine pal, Santa Fe Bowling.

Sonny retired from the Elizabethton Electric System and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He was a member of the Tennessee Moose Association, where he attained the Fellowship Degree, which is the highest degree of the Moose. He loved to play golf and loved animals. Sonny enjoyed spending time with his family and special friends and music – He was Dena and Garrett's biggest fan.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Dena Layne Bowling, of the home; three sons, James Garrett Bowling, of the home, Aaron Travis Bowling and Timothy Wayne Mink, both of Elizabethton; two grandchildren, Gage and Gunner Mink, of Elizabethton; three brothers, Larry Bowling and Bob Bowling, both of Elizabethton and Joe Bowling, of Philadelphia; two sisters, Kathy Smith and Brenda Hawks, both of Elizabethton; and his canine pals, Cocoa Bowling and Sweet Pea Bowling, both of the home. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to honor the life of Sonny Lee Bowling will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Friday, May 27, 2016, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Rev. Travis Biller, officiating. Music will be under the direction of the Potter Family. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Friday; or at the residence of his mother-in-law, Mrs. Hester "Bill" Layne at other times.

The graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 28, 2016, at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be James Garrett Bowling, Aaron Travis Bowling, Timothy Wayne Mink, Barry Potter, Billy Potter, Terry "Mud" Montgomery, Chris Cordell, Mike Little, Herbert Layne, Mike Malone and Gary Thornsbury. Honorary pallbearers will be Petie Taylor, Butch Andes, Larry Andes, Adam Matherly and all of his past and present lineman brothers of the Elizabethton Electric System. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the funeral home at 10:15 AM on Saturday, to go in procession.