Thomas Jefferson Buckles

Thomas married Celia J. Williams on 22 Apr 1869 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Celia (daughter of Rev. Pleasant A. Williams and Levisa Pierce) was born in Mar 1854 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Apr 1943 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Margaret married Walter Elias McQueen on 3 Sep 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Walter (son of William Franklin McQueen and Rebecca Louisa Morley) was born on 6 Dec 1873 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 16 Sep 1961 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eliza married Elihu J. Crumley on 8 Dec 1889 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Elihu (son of Frederick F. Crumley and Arazilla Pearce) was born on 1 Nov 1866 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Nov 1944 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mary married Abraham H. Buckles on 11 Feb 1893 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Abraham (child of Isaac B. Buckles and Ruth Adeline Bowers) was born on 18 Dec 1872 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Jul 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Caldwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Delia Noland on 20 Mar 1909 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Delia (daughter of C. W. Noland and Emma (Noland)) was born about 1893 in , Brunswick County, Virginia Colony, ; died on 29 Jan 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Frank married Emma Buckles on 17 Feb 1918 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Emma (daughter of U. S. Grant Buckles and Maggie Oliver) was born in Mar 1900 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Julia married Lee Buckles on 9 Mar 1903 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lee (son of William Creed Buckles and Eliza Catharine Williams) was born on 13 Oct 1880 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 26 Jan 1942 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Henry married Mossie M. Cole about 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mossie (daughter of Andrew J. Cole and Cora E Parker) was born on 23 Sep 1892 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 12 Oct 1984 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alfred married Abbagail Nave about 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Abbagail (daughter of John Thomas Nave and Nancy Ann Barbara "Nanny" Nave) was born in Apr 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clyde married Ida Anderson on 5 Oct 1912 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ida was born on 2 Jun 1895 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Earl married Emma Myers about 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Emma was born about 1904 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Oct 1962 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Cora married Charles Wesley Vandeventer about 1914 in Carter County Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. Charles was born on 29 Apr 1893 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 10 Nov 1976 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Elmer married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Pearl married Luther Buckles about 1926 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Luther (son of Daniel S. Buckles and Mollie C. Bowers) was born about 1911 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 20 Dec 1958 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Caldwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clay married Georgia Danner about 1937 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Georgia (daughter of Charles Lee "Charley" Danner and Eva Sarah Mae Hodges) was born about 1917 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died in 2010 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON — Mr. Eugene F. (Jack) Buckles, formerly of 159 Buckles Road, Elizabethton, passed from this life on Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at Life Care Center of Elizabethton.

He was born on December 13, 1921, to the late Frank and Emma Buckles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Juanita G. Buckles; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Pearl and Luther Buckles and Effie and Carmack Danner; two brothers, Clay Buckles and Claude Buckles. He was a native of Carter County, TN.

Mr. Buckles was a life-long farmer in the Blue Springs Community of Carter County, he also served in the United States Army and saw combat in Europe during WWII. He was employed at North American Rayon Corporation for many years and served two terms on the Carter County Commission. He was a member of the Blue Springs Christian Church.

Mr. Buckles was fond of bluegrass music, gospel music and old time fiddle tunes. One of his favorite songs was "What a Day That Will Be" with which he often sang along. He especially enjoyed the gospel music of Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver.

Mr. Buckles is survived by four children: Vivian Hammonds, Wayne L. Buckles, Barbara Jean Lotshaw, all of Elizabethton, and Debbie Dotson, of Watauga; two sons-in-law, Howard Hammonds and Mark Dotson; four grandchildren, Melanie Harkleroad and husband, Tim, of Bristol, Nathan Arnold and wife, Shelley, of Norman, OK, Frank Arnold and wife, Caryn, of Tulsa, OK, Dustin Buckles and wife, Jessica, Elizabethton; five great-grandchildren, Martin and Sarah Harkleroad, Bristol, Mason, Haley and Brett Arnold, Norman, OK; brothers and sisters-in-law, H.J. and Helen Buckles, Ivan Buckles, Earl and Helen Buckles, Elizabethton, Paul and Peggy Buckles, of Mt. Carmel, TN; sisters, Margaret Garland, of Casco, MI, Edith Buckles and Myrtle Pierce, Elizabethton, Brenda and Bill Taylor, of Johnson City; sisters-in-law, Georgia Buckles, of Bristol, and Myrtle Buckles, Elizabethton; and a special brother-in-law, Harold Grindstaff, of Goode, VA. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, neighbors, including his church families and his friends at Big Red's also survive.

The funeral service for Mr. Buckles will be conducted Thursday, July 15, 2010, at 7:00 PM in the Tetrick Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace, Elizabethton with Mr. Richard Thomason, minister, and Dr. William Duncan officiating.

The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday prior to the service and at 1331 Blue Springs Road at other times.

The graveside service and interment will be conducted on Friday, July 16, 2010, at 10:00 AM at the Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tennessee. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Blue Springs Christian Church, the men of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church, "Big Red" Carrier and the regular attendees of the Liar's Club. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the funeral home at 9:00 AM on Friday to go in procession to the cemetery.

Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to the building fund of Blue Springs Christian Church, 107 Don Rominger Road, Elizabethton, TN, 37643; the WMU of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church, 1509 Blue Springs Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643; the Alzheimer's Association, NE, 207 North Boone Street, Johnson City, TN 37601; the American Cancer Society, ? Lou Cooter, 415 Washington Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643; or the American Heart Association, 3101 Browns Mill Road, Johnson City, TN 37604.

The family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. Vivian Clark and to the staff of North Hall at Lifecare Center of Elizabethton for their gentle care of our loved one.

Eugene married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON — Mrs. Edith Grace Buckles, 87, formerly of 189 Rainbow Circle, Elizabethton, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2011.

She was the daughter of the late Frank and Emma Buckles and was born in Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Buckles, in 1986; three brothers; and two sisters-in-law, Clay and Georgia Buckles, Claude Buckles, Eugene and Juanita Buckles; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Luther and Pearl Buckles, Carmack and Effie Danner; two brothers-in-law, Elwood Garland, Guerney Pierce; a sister-in-law, Ella Mae Buckles.

Mrs. Buckles was a homemaker and a partner in the Floyd Buckles Sales Company. She was a devoted member of Caldwell Springs Baptist Church. She loved her friends in the Willing Workers Sunday School Class there.

She was a loving aunt who will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews.

She is survived by four brothers, H.J. Buckles and his wife, Helen, Elizabethton, Ivan Buckles; Elizabethton, Earl Buckles and his wife, Helen, Elizabethton; Paul Buckles and his wife, Peggy, Mt. Carmel; three sisters, Margaret Garland, Casco, MI, Myrtle Pierce, Elizabethton, Brenda Taylor and her husband, Bill, Johnson City; a sister-in-law, Myrtle Buckles; her special friend and caregiver, Wilma Bowers; and her roommate and friend, Charlotte Walker. A host of nieces and nephews also survive.

The funeral service for Mrs. Buckles will be conducted on Saturday, August 27, 2011, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Peace, Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. William Lunsford, Rev. William Taylor and Dr. William Duncan officiating. Music will be under the direction of Tina Lunsford and Headed Home.

The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 1:00-2:00 PM Saturday prior to the service and at the home of a sister, Myrtle Pierce, 233 Berry Hill Road, Elizabethton, at other times.

Interment will follow the funeral service at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Gerald Buckles, Dean Buckles, Jimmy Buckles, Tommy Pierce, Randy Wilson, Eric Buckles, Jerry Weaver and Buddy Bowers. Honorary pallbearers will be all her friends and neighbors.

The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Life Care Center of Elizabethton, especially the CNA staff and Alice for all the love and care shown to Edith and the family.

Edith married Floyd Buckles about 1944 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Floyd was born on 30 Aug 1918 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Oct 1986 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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H.J. Buckles, 87, of Elizabethton, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, August 15, 2016, from Sycamore Shoals Hospital. H.J. was born in Carter County to the late Frank "F.T." Buckles and Emma Buckles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Edith Buckles, Pearl Buckles, Margaret Garland and Effie Danner; his first wife, Ella Mae Buckles; and five brothers, Clay Buckles, Gene Buckles, Claude Buckles, Earl Buckles and Ivan Buckles.
H.J. had worked as both a bus driver and a farmer. He was a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church and attended Meadowview Baptist Church. H.J. loved gardening and will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 24 years, Helen Sharp Buckles, of the home; two sons, Dale Buckles of Hampton and Dean Buckles and wife Glenda of Elizabethton; two grandchildren, Joseph Buckles and wife Prenthia and Daniel Buckles and wife Bonnie, both of Elizabethton; three great-grandchildren, Mollie, Addilyn and Clint, all of Elizabethton; a stepson, Paul McCray and wife Debbie of North Carolina; a grandchild, Paul McCray Jr. and wife Tina of North Carolina; two great-grandchildren, Andrew and Alexander, both of North Carolina; two sisters, Myrtle Pierce and Brenda Taylor and husband Bill; and one brother, Paul Buckles and wife Peggy.
A service to honor and celebrate the life of H.J. Buckles will be conducted at 6 p.m. Friday, August 19, in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Richard Jones and Rev. Dean Smith officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 5 until 6 p.m. Friday, prior to the service. The graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 20, at Caldwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Gene Stansberry, Ray Lewis, Jimmy Buckles, Joseph Buckles, Daniel Buckles, Dayton Buckles, Matthew Williams and Josh Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be Ikis Nave, Ronnie Keller, Jimmy Hyder and John Allen. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home of Elizabethton at 10 a.m. Saturday to go in procession. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Gene and Carolyn Stansberry and Ray and Maxine Lewis.

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Ivan Charles Buckles, 81, Elizabethton passed away Thursday, January 10, 2013, at his residence.

A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Frank and Emma Buckles.

Mr. Buckles was employed for a number of years by the Carter County Sheriff Department. He was also a farmer. He was a member of the Carter County Cattleman Association.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three sisters: Pearl Buckles, Effie Danner and Edith Buckles; and four brothers: Clay, Claude, Eugene and Earl Buckles.

Survivors include his children: Hildred Pressnell, Patsy Colbaugh and Jimmy Buckles and wife, Angie, all of Elizabethton; Two Grandchildren: Jonathan Colbaugh, Shatona Williams; Four Great Grandchildren: Hayden Colbaugh, Melanie Thomas, Victor and Carlos Raminez; Three Sisters: Margaret Garland, Caro, Michigan, Brenda Taylor and husband, Bill, Johnson City, and Myrtle Pierce, Elizabethton; Two Brothers: H.J. Buckles and wife, Helen, Elizabethton, and Paul Buckles and wife, Peggy, Mount Carmel; Several nieces & Nephews.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, January 13, 2013, in the Buckles Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be: Lawrence Pierce, Dean Pierce, Randy Wilson, Robert Bowers, Tommy Pierce, Jonathan Colbaugh, Daniel Buckles and Dustin Buckles. Honorary pallbearers will be friends of Burger Hut.

Ivan married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Mr. Earl C. Buckles, 76, Elizabethton, passed away Wednesday, October 3, 2012, at Johnson City Medical Center Hospital, following an extended illness.

He was a native of Carter County and the son of the late Frank and Emma Buckles. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Jack Buckles, Clay Buckles and Claude Buckles; three sisters, Effie Danner, Pearl Buckles and Edith Buckles.

Mr. Buckles was retired from East Tennessee Chair Company and had served as a constable for the Carter County Sheriff's Department.

He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Helen Bowers Buckles, of the home; three daughters, Teresa Chambers and husband, Donnie, Hampton, Mary Sue Buckles, Elizabethton, Jamie Simerly and husband, Terry, of Elizabethton; five grandchildren, Donna Ranshaw, Joshua Miller, Daniel Chambers, Terrina Gloss and Katie Simerly; one great grandson, Seth Ranshaw; three brothers, Ivan Buckles, Jay Buckles, both of Elizabethton, Paul Buckles, Kingsport; three sisters, Margaret Garland, Michigan, Brenda Taylor, Johnson City, Myrtle Pierce, Elizabethton. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The funeral service for Mr. Buckles will be conducted at 2:30 PM Saturday, October 6, 2012, in the Riverside Chapel at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, with Rev. Richard Blevins and Rev. Willie Lunsford, officiating.

The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 1:00 PM-2:30 PM prior to the service.

Interment for Mr. Buckles will follow the service at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Earl married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Hobert married Eula Mae Oliver about 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Eula was born on 2 May 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 25 Aug 2001 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Caldwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Blonnie married Elijah Buckles about 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Elijah (son of U. S. Grant Buckles and Maggie Oliver) was born on 29 Dec 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 2 Dec 1987 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Caldwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Shirley Buckles Younce of Buckeye, Ariz. (formerly of Elizabethton), was born March 21, 1917 in Elizabethton, Tenn., and passed away at 97 years of age on June 8, 2014, in Buckeye, Ariz. She was preceded in death by husband Grant in December 2008 and siblings Clyde, Ross and Flo Buckles and Cora Wolfe.
She is survived by daughter Beverly and husband Larry Lauchner of Fresno, Calif.; son Max Younce and wife Karren of Stanfield, Ariz.; sister Reta Buckles of Stoney Creek, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, June 28, at 11 a.m. at Buckles Cemetery with Rev. Lynn Buckles officiating. Everyone is welcome to meet the family at Tetrick Funeral Home at 10 a.m. Saturday to go in procession to the cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.tetrickfuneralhome.com and signing the guest book.

Shirley married Grant Younce about 1936. Grant was born about 1815. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Reta Vera Buckles, 95, of Elizabethton, went to be with her Lord on Sunday January 11, 2015, at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital.
Reta lived all her life in Elizabethton, TN. She was a member of the first graduating class of Unaka High School. She was retired from Sperry Univac in Bristol and a member of Unaka Baptist Church in Elizabethton.
Before she became sick she loved to garden, quilt, and most of all cook for her family and friends and was known as one of the best cooks in the community. She lived such a full and blessed life of 95 years; she loved her brothers, sisters and all her nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Henry and Mossie Cole Buckles; two brothers, Ross and Clyde Buckles; three sisters, Shirley Younce, Cora Wolfe and Florine Buckles.
She is survived by a nephew, Jeff Buckles, (Sheila), Elizabethton; her great nephew, Adam Buckles, Elizabethton, who helped care for her; great-niece, Lynsey Buckles. Additional survivors include other nephews, Lynn Buckles (Janene), Richmond, KY, David Buckles, Nashville, Dale Buckles, Elizabethton, Bryan Buckles, (Lynn), Fredericksburg, VA, Max Younce, (Karen), AZ, and Eddie Wolfe (Betty), Butler; nieces, Beverly Younce Lauchner (Larry), Fresno, CA; and Vickie Wolfe, Butler. Many other great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews also survive.
A service to honor the life of Reta Vera Buckles will be conducted on Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at 11:00 AM in the Tetrick Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace, Elizabethton, with Mr. Lynn Buckles, Minister, officiating.
The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 10:00-11:00 AM on Wednesday prior to the service or at the home of her nephew, Jeff Buckles, at other times.
Interment will follow the funeral service at Buckles Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be her nephews, David Buckles, Dale Buckles, Adam Buckles, Joseph Buckles, Bryan Buckles, Eddie Wolfe and Jason Wolfe. Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Buckles, Ray Brooks, deacons and members of Unaka Baptist Church and Pastor Walker Roberson.
The family would like to express a special and sincere thank you to Geraldine Brooks, Myrtle Pierce, Carolyn Buckles, Dale Buckles, Vickie Wolfe, her caretakers, Fran Chandler, Jane Ward, Joy Taylor, Dr. Joshua Morris, Brad Williams, Johnson City Medical Center Hospice and the 2100 wing of Johnson City Medical Center Hospital all of whom took wonderful care of Reta.
Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to Unaka Baptist Church, Building Fund, 1598 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643; or to The Buckles Cemetery, ? Doug Buckles, 1404 Blue Springs Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643.

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BUTLER — Cora B. Wolfe, age 89, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away at the Johnson City Medical Center on Monday, September 5th, 2011.

She was a daughter of the late Henry Buckles and Mossie Cole Buckles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Wolfe; a sister: Florine Buckles; two brothers: Ross and Clyde Buckles.

Mrs. Wolfe was a member of the Sugar Grove Baptist Church and she enjoyed sewing, gardening and basket weaving.

She is survived by a daughter: Vickie Wolfe, South Charleston, West Virginia; Son: Eddie Wolfe and wife, Betty, of Butler, Tennessee; One grandson: Jason Wolfe and wife, Kristy, of Butler, Tennessee; Great Grandson: Luke Wolfe, Butler, Tennessee; Two sisters: Shirley Younce, of Buckeye, Arizona, and Reta Buckles, of Elizabethton, Tennessee; Caregiver: Jane Ward, Butler, Tennessee. Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Funeral services for Cora B. Wolfe were conducted Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at 8:00 p.m. from the Charles B. Hux Memorial Chapel of the Hux Lipford Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Morefield and Rev. Tim Tapp officiating.

The family received friends from 6:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Friends may call at the residence at other times.

Graveside service and interment were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 8, 2011, at the Dry Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were nephews and friends.

Cora married Ellis E. Wolfe about 1943. Ellis (son of Don Carlos Wolf and Roxie Louise Morley) was born about 1922 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 26 Dec 2009 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eston married Roxie Odom about 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Roxie was born on 3 Sep 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Mar 2003 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - J.N. Buckles, age 94, of Johnson City, Tennessee went home to be the Lord on Thursday, October 24, 2019 from Agape Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.


J.N. was born in Carter County, Tennessee to the late Alfred and Abbygail Nave Buckles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Lee Nave Buckles; his brothers, Harry Buckles, Eston Buckles, Tommy Buckles and Brown Buckles; and his sisters, Vera Buckles, Ella Buckles and Kate Buckles Williams.

J.N. retired as a Lieutenant with the Tennessee State Police, following 33 years of service. He was a private man and very dedicated to Public Service. J.N. was of the Baptist faith and was a United States Marine veteran, having served during World War II. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Johnson City Masonic Lodge No. 486. J.N. was a member of York Rite of Johnson City and of the Scottish Rite, of Knoxville and was a founding member of Jericho Shrine, member of National Troopers Association and a member of Tennessee Retired Officers Association. He also enjoyed watching U.T. games and growing up on the family farm.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Gail Buckles, of Elizabethton, TN and Debbie Harrison (Steve Eischen- fiancé), of Johnson City, TN. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to honor the life of J.N. Buckles will be conducted at 7:00 Pm on Saturday, October 26, 2019 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Dr. William Duncan, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Saturday or at the residence of either daughter, at other times. Masonic Rites will be accorded after the service. The Tennessee Honor Guard will assist in the service.

The graveside service will be conducted at 3:30 PM on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Military honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be his special friend, Steve Eischen, David Carter, Pat Story, and others selected from family and friends.

J. married Dorothy Lee Nave about 1946 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Dorothy (daughter of Dock David Nave and Alice Lewis) was born on 22 Sep 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 29 Dec 2004 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Kate B. Williams, age 72, 129 Harry Buckles Road, Elizabethton, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday afternoon, April 6, 2004, following a brief illness.
A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Abbagail Nave Buckles.
Mrs. Williams was a 1948 graduate of Unaka High School.
She and her husband Jones Williams were married on April 7, 1950 and were married for a total of 54 years.
She was a member of the Caldwell Springs Baptist Church, the WMU of Caldwell Springs Baptist and had taught Sunday school in her church for more than 40 years.
She was a floral designer and was retired as the former co-owner and operator of City Floral Shop.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ella and Vera Buckles; four brothers, Brown, Thomas, Eston and Harry Buckles.
She is survived by her husband, Jones Williams of the VA Nursing Home, Johnson City; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael K and Tonie Berry Williams, of Elizabethton; two daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa and Garry Holly and Julie and Bill Tetrick, all of Elizabethton, a very special niece, Gail Buckles of Elizabethton; one brother, J.N. Buckles of Johnson City; seven grandchildren, Jessica Storie and Christen Williams, both of Elizabethton; Tonya Hardy of Johnson City; Erica Holly of Elizabethton; Ronda Greaves of Denville, N.J.; Ashley Tetrick and Jared Tetrick both of Elizabethton; one great grandchild, McKenzie Storie of Elizabethton; several nieces and nephews also survive.
The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, April 9, 2004 at Caldwell Springs Baptist Church with Mr. Michael Williams, Dr. William Duncan and Rev. Willie Lunceford officiating. Music will be under the direction of Michael Williams, Peggy Oliver, Tina Lunceford and Kenny Storie. Burial will follow the funeral service at Buckles Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Guerney Pierce, Randy Wilson, Bill Tetrick, Doug Buckles, Randall Buckles, and Chris Long. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Tetrick, Jerry Weaver, Shane Hardy and Travis Bowling.

Barbara married Jones E. Williams on 7 Apr 1950 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Jones (son of Armstread Vaught "A. V." Williams and Sarah Elizabeth Elliott) was born about 1912 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Jan 2006 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eula married Ira Luther Bowers about 1943 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ira (son of Monroe J. Bowers and Ada A. Robeson) was born on 19 Aug 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 May 2002 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - Rocky Malone Buckles, 74, Johnson City died Sunday, May 28, 2023, at his home, after a battle with cancer. He gained his heavenly home and left behind many family members who will dearly miss him.

Born March 7, 1949, to Elmer “El” Buckles and Frances Ines Burrow Buckles, Rocky was one of 12 siblings. He grew up loving the outdoors and kept a love for the beauty of nature that helped drive him to be a passionate conservationist.

While very conservative, he was the first to give to those in need. He would be on his way without hesitation if asked for assistance. An excellent mechanic and sharp problem-solver, he could always find a way to make a repair. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy, including on the USS Dale, during the Vietnam War.

The smiles and laughter of children were his greatest joys in life, and his grandchildren were his source of strength during his fight with cancer. He wanted most to see them grow happily and safely into adulthood.

He will be remembered for his teasing smile, his loving generosity, and the comfort of his hugs.

He is survived by three children: Melissa Kennedy Lloyd and Tray Gunn; Rocky Shane and Olivia Buckles; and Kristen and O.J. Early; stepchild Amanda and Winston Bokor; thirteen grandchildren: Mason Buckles, Kasey Kennedy, Caleb Kennedy, Madison Buckles, Levi Tipton, Noah Lloyd, Tristan Buckles, Abby Buckles, Camden Buckles, Greyson Bokor, Madeline Bokor, Isabella Buckles and Aubrey Buckles; his significant other, Dolly Buckles; siblings Martha Lue McIntosh, Eleanor Prophett, Elizabeth Samples, Danny Buckles, Vikki Ward, Fredia Teresia Knarr, and Allen Buckles; and many close friends and family, including Jon and Barbara Lau and Ballard Bailey.

He is proceeded in death by his parents and siblings Mary Etta Lyons, Joe Buckles, Sandra Hardin, and Louise Buckles.

A private graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 1, 2023 at Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Section). Military Honors will be conducted.

Active pallbearers will be Danny Buckles, Caleb Kennedy, Mason Buckles, O.J. Early, Cody Fann, and Tray Gunn. Honorary pallbearers include Allen Buckles, Johnny Davis, Gary Knarr, Jon Lau, and Ballard Bailey.

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JOHNSON CITY - Knova Christine "Chris" Vandeventer, 87, of Johnson City TN, passed away on May 23, 2016, in Olympia WA with her family.

She was the daughter of the late Luther U. and Pearl E. Buckles of Elizabethton, TN. Chris was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She left lots of love and lessons for us to hold on to.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Willard E. Vandeventer, of Johnson City TN, and her siblings, Clint, Bill, Juanita and Wilma Buckles, all four of Elizabethton, TN.

Chris is survived by her daughter, Gail Vandeventer of Richmond, VA, and her son, Greg Vandeventer of Olympia, WA; and her grandsons, Taylor and Scott Smart, both of Richmond VA, and Ray Vandeventer of Seattle WA.

The family will gather with friends to share memories on Friday, June 3, 2016, from 12:00 p.m. until a Celebration of Life Service for Chris at 1:00 p.m. in the Sunrise Chapel of Tetrick Funeral and Cremation Services Johnson City with Pastor Hobert Ortin officiating.

A Graveside and Committal service will follow at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

Coranova married Willard Ezra Vandeventer, Jr. about 1953 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Willard (son of Willard Ezra Vandeventer, Sr and Edna Livesay) was born on 20 Mar 1925 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 7 Jun 2006 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Goldia Som-mers, 75, of John-son City, TN, died af-ter a lengthy bat-tle with ill-ness on May 10th, 2015, at John-son City Med-i-cal Center in John-son City, TN.
Born Feb-ru-ary 12th, 1940, in Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN, she is pre-de-ceased by her par-ents, Clay and Geor-gia Buck-les, of Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN; brother Sonny Buck-les, of Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN; and her be-loved son, Robin Som-mers, Peach-tree, GA.
Goldia was a com-pas-sion-ate and lov-ing wife, mother and grand-mother. She was a Carter County na-tive and grad-u-ate of Eliz-a-beth-ton High School. She was a found-ing mem-ber of Park-way Bap-tist Church in Bris-tol, TN.
She was al-ways will-ing to help and give to all in need. Goldia has been known to open her heart and her home to fam-ily and friends of her chil-dren. She loved all equally. She was a true and hon-est busi-ness woman al-ways fight-ing for and put-ting her cli-ents first. She was in real es-tate for 31 years and with Realty Ex-ec-u-tives for the last 14 years. She was a mem-ber of The Na-tional As-so-ci-a-tion of Real-tors. Goldia will truly be missed.
Sur-vi-vors in-clude her hus-band of 52 years, John Earl Som-mers, of John-son City, TN; son, John Chris-to-pher Som-mers, of John-son City, TN; sis-ters Jean-nette Buck, of Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN, Sherry Mont-gom-ery, of Bris-tol, TN; grand-daugh-ters, Vic-to-ria Som-mers Hop-son, of John-son City, TN, Breanna Som-mers, of Peach-tree, GA; grand-sons, Kevin Som-mers, of John-son City, TN, Clay-ton Som-mers, of John-son City, TN, Jor-dan Som-mers, of Peach-tree, GA; neph-ews, Matt Buck-les, of Bris-tol, TN, Mi-chael Buck-les, of John-son City, TN, Gary Mont-gom-ery Jr., of Bris-tol, TN, Mi-cah Mont-gom-ery, of Bris-tol, TN, Jared Mont-gom-ery, of Bris-tol, TN, Tom Buck, of Tyler, Texas; niece, Lisa Reavis, of Jack-son-ville, FL; sis-ter-in-law, Marcy Buck-les, of John-son City, TN; brother-in-law, Gary Mont-gom-ery, of Bris-tol, TN, Bob Buck, of Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN; daugh-ter-in-law, Jac-que-line Som-mers, of Peach-tree, GA; and spe-cial fam-ily friends, Paul and Robin Som-mers, Tonya and Aiden Nucci, Bill Mutz, David Nick-les, David and Deb-bie Oaks.
Vis-i-ta-tion will be held at 6:00 p.m. Thurs-day, May 14th, at Me-mo-rial Funeral Chapel Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN, with a Me-mo-rial Ser-vice to fol-low at 7 p.m. of-fi-ci-ated by Pas-tor Gary Mont-gom-ery.
Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Fri-day, May 15th, at Happy Val-ley Me-mo-rial Ceme-tery, Eliz-a-beth-ton, TN.

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BRISTOL - Sherry Ann Montgomery, 75 of Bristol, TN graduated this life to eternal life April 6, 2022. She was the wife of Dr. Gary Montgomery Sr. and served as First Lady of Parkway Baptist Church for 27 years. Sherry was a 1964 graduate of Elizabethton High School and earned her Master’s Degree at “Ecneirepxe” University. She was employed by Bristol Tennessee School System for a number of years.
She is survived by 3 sons, Gary Jr. (Heather), Micah (Callie) and Jared (Ashley); four grandsons, Christian (Meredith). Mason, Jaxson and Augustus and 3 great-granddaughters Celie Belle, Harper Claire and Finley Laine and one sister Carolyn Janette Buck of Livingston, TX.
Sherry is preceded in death by her parents, Clay and Georgia Buckles; one sister Goldia Sommers, and one brother Sonny Buckles.
Sherry had a servant’s heart. She was selfless always putting others needs over her own. Her love and passion for her family was second to none. She loved doting on her grandsons and precious great-granddaughters and so many others she took under her wing over the years. She will be fondly remembered for her encouraging words of “Can’t never could!” warning statements of “Wait till your Daddy comes home” and final sentiments “I Love you BIG!”
Receiving of Friends will be Sunday, April 17, 2022 from 4 until 6 p.m. at Parkway Baptist Worship Center with Funeral Service to follow officiated by Rodney Fields, Donnie Humphries, Craig Johnson and Dr. Gary Montgomery, Sr.

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GREENEVILLE — Julia "June" Dugger, 85, went on to be with her Lord Jesus on Saturday, July 23, 2016, in Greeneville, Tennessee after an extended illness.

She was a native of Carter County and a daughter of the late Elijah & Blonnie Buckles.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Mack and Jim Buckles; her sister, Ethel Smith; and her daughter, Shirley Dugger Williams.

She was a member of the Caldwell Springs Baptist Church. Surviving family members are her son, Stephen Dugger (Ginger); her grandchildren, Ashley Dugger Estep (Nick) and Blake Dugger (Brandi); her five great grandchildren, Gracie Estep, Levi and Cooper Estep, Jackson Nidiffer, Ava Dugger; and several nieces and nephews.

The visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Memorial Funeral Chapel with her home-going service beginning at 7 p.m.

The family would like to thank Takoma Regional Hospital and the Life Care Center of Greeneville, Amedisys Hospice, her Sunday School Class at Caldwell Springs and several friends and family members who helped her through her last days.

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It is with the greatest of sadness that the family of Virginia Carol Clark, 76, of Nashville, announce her passing to be with our father on Sunday, February 11, 2018.
A native of Elizabethton (Stoney Creek), Tenn., she spent the best part of her life in Nashville, Tenn., and worked 31 years with Tennessee Valley Authority. Virginia made many endearing friends at TVA, who were with her in body, spirit and prayers up and to her passing. She was a member of the Winup Organization where she grew a family of exceptional sisters who as well were with her throughout her life. She was a friend to all and a stranger to none. She was and will always be dearly loved.
She will be loving remembered by her children, Greg (Joann) Clark and Lisa Puckett, as well as two wonderful grandchildren, Megan and Andrew Clark.
Virginia was preceded in death by her father, Eston Marcus Buckles; mother, Roxie (Odom) Buckles; eldest brother, Augustus Buckles; and son, Jeffrey Brian Clark.
She is survived in loving memory by two siblings, brother, Douglas (Carolyn) Buckles of Stoney Creek, and sister, Voretta (Phil) French of Knoxville.

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Michael Keith Williams, 71, of Elizabethton (Stoney Creek Community), went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, March 13, 2022, at his residence following a lengthy illness.
A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Jones E. and Kate Buckles Williams.
He is survived by his precious wife of 47 years, Tonie Berry Williams. Also surviving are two daughters, Jessica Williams Manning and husband Phillip of Piney Flats and Christen Williams of Stoney Creek; a granddaughter, McKenzie Storie of Elizabethton; four grand-kitties, Puddin, Joey, Alex and Katie; two sisters, Teresa Williams Holly and husband Gary of Stoney Creek and Julie Williams Tetrick and husband Bill of Elizabethton; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Williams was a member of Harvest Baptist Church, Elizabethton, where he served in the Jail Ministry, Bus Ministry, Sunday School Teacher and Associate Pastor under Pastor Dale Greenwell. He was a 1969 graduate of Unaka High School and a member of the football team. He was a 1991 graduate of ETSU with a Bachelor of Arts with illustration emphasis. He served in the United States Navy from 1976-1980 where he served as a corpsman. He retired from the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in February 2020.
His hobbies included hiking, building model cars, draw & air brush, going to the lake, gardening, attending church when able, attending UHS football games when able, attending Carson-Newman football games and womens basketball games when able, watching West Coast Customs and photography.
A Service to Celebrate the life of Michael Williams will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 17, at Memorial Funeral Chapel with Pastor Dale Greenwell and Pastor Paul Lakus officiating. The graveside service and interment will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 18, in the Mountain Home National Cemetery (Historic Section). Active pallbearers, who are requested to assemble at the cemetery at 12:45 p.m. Friday, will be Rev. Teddy Lewis, Rev. Frank Osborne, Mr. Donn James, Dr. Timothy Zajonc, Jamie Buckles and Randell Buckles. Honorary pallbearers will be past and present Unaka High football players, Rev. Bryan Shell, Rev. Jim Johnson, Gary Holly, Kenny Storie, Jerry Dale Greene and Phillip Manning. The family would like to thank Dr. Agnes Hamati and the entire oncology staff at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center for all the love and care through the years, Dr. Wael Shams at the VA, the entire Mountain Home staff and caregivers for their excellent care, the nursing staff at Amedisys Hospice, and Smokey Mountain Medical Equipment.