Mary Jane Potter

Mary married Samuel Washington Montgomery on 17 Feb 1859 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Samuel was born on 18 Jul 1833 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Matilda J. "Tildy" Whitehead on 18 Feb 1883 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Matilda (daughter of William Whitehead and Margaret J. Miller) was born on 10 Jan 1862 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Oct 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Stout Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Sarah Jane Lunceford on 20 Aug 1893 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Sarah was born on 23 Oct 1866 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 2 Mar 1952 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Carrie E. Heaton on 28 Feb 1909 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Carrie (daughter of Granville Heaton and Martha Canada Hayes) was born in Mar 1891 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Martha Viola Harmon on 22 Apr 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Martha (daughter of William Roby Harmon and Julia Ann Harmon) was born on 5 Jan 1900 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; died on 9 Nov 1988 in , , Tennessee, ; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Cordia A. Irick about 1922 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Cordia (daughter of George W. Irick and Mary A. Stout) was born in Sep 1896 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Robert married Rosa Hicks on 3 Jul 1914 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Rosa was born on 15 Mar 1899 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 May 1970 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roosevelt married Flora Delray Cook on 24 Dec 1919 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Flora was born on 20 Sep 1902 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Mar 1969. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Roosevelt married Rosa A. Richardson on 3 Sep 1969 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Rosa (daughter of Daniel C. Richardson and Matilda Florence "Tilda" Richardson) was born on 14 Apr 1902 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 Feb 1977 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Whitehead Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Alma married Roy Elbert Scalf about 1931 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Roy (son of William Obediah Scalf and Mary Orianna "Orah" Heaton) was born on 13 Apr 1907 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Jul 1968 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Bowers Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Edith Montgomery Wilson Phillips, age 90, of Elizabethton, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 23, 2017. Edith was born in her home on Walnut Mountain on March 3, 1926 to the late William Henry "W.H." Montgomery and Carrie Elizabeth Heaton Montgomery. Edith was preceded in death by her first husband, Buster Wilson, who was the father of her five children; and her second husband, Dennis Phillips, with whom she shared 18 years of marriage. Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Wayne, Walter, Quentin, Ray G., and Lee A. Montgomery; and her sisters, Alma Scalf Banner and Ruth Mitchell.

Edith was a homemaker and was a member of Siam Baptist Church. She and Dennis, enjoyed camping at Roan Mountain and Toe River Campground, raising a garden and canning food, and dancing at the Senior Citizen Center. She was a very caring mother, wife and sister and was loved by all she met. Her family and extended family (caretakers) worked together to keep her at home during her illness. She was very humble and gracious, always saying thank you. She enjoyed crochet, crafts of all kinds, basket making, and needlework. Most of all she loved her family and spending time with them.

Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Jill Simerly and husband Michael, of Elizabethton and Judy Sutton and husband Michael, of Kingsport; three sons, Edward Wilson, of Hampton, Jerry Wilson of Elizabethton, and Jeffrey Wilson and wife Jean, of Elizabethton; her grandchildren, Michelle Berry, April Wheeler, Daniel, Joey, and Olivia Wilson, and Jonathan and Jason Wilson; her great grandchildren, Owen and Carly Wheeler; her sister, Anne Gragg, of Elizabethton; and her brother, Carroll Montgomery and wife Jessie, of Elizabethton.

A graveside service to honor the life of Edith Montgomery Wilson Phillips will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Happy Valley Memorial Park, with Rev. Jack Roddy, officiating. Everyone will meet at the cemetery at 10:50 AM on Wednesday.

The family would like to say a special thank you to Siam Baptist Church congregation, Caris Hospice staff members, Dr. Vivian Clark, Jean Wilson, Patsy Mullis, Rebekah Scheman and family, and Patty Love.

Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - Margie M. Ashley, age 91, of Elizabethton, has gone home to be with her Lord. She left her earthly home on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from the Ivy Hall Nursing Home. Margie was born on August 22, 1925 to the late James Taylor Montgomery and Martha Viola Harmon Montgomery. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband, John A. Ashley in 2007; six brothers, John Rex Montgomery, George "Champ" Montgomery, Willard Montgomery, Albert Montgomery, David Montgomery and Glenn Montgomery; and four sisters, Stela Frances Fox, Lillian Nunley, Laura Alona Williams and Marie Montgomery.

Margie retired from North American Rayon Corporation, after 33 years of service and was a member of Highpoint Baptist Church.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Johnny Ashley and wife Judy, of Elizabethton; a daughter, Helen A. Nave and husband Joe, of Elizabethton; two granddaughters, Tammy Ashley, of Elizabethton and Patty Jo Singleton and husband Tracy, of Roan Mountain; three great grandchildren, Patricia Singleton, Jacob Singleton and Nico Ashley; one brother, Raymond Montgomery, of Roan Mountain; and one sister, Vera Lou Lowe and husband Jim, of Jonesborough.

A service to honor the life of Mrs. Margie M. Ashley will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Sunday, August 28, 2016 in the Chapel of Peace at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Rev. Randy Johnson and Rev. Joel Cook, officiating. Music will be provided by Loren Harris. The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM until 2:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday; or at the residence at any time.

The graveside service will follow at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Tracy Singleton, Jacob Singleton, Nico Ashley, and others selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Montgomery, Earnest Montgomery, Jim Lowe, Kenneth Taylor and Norman Ashley.

Margie married John Ashley about 1936. John (son of James Ashley and Harriett Grindstaff) was born about 1915 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 28 Mar 2007 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ROAN MOUNTAIN - Raymond Stewart Montgomery, age 86, of Roan Mountain, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 from the Johnson City Medical Center.

Raymond was born in Carter County to the late Taylor and Viola Harmon Montgomery. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Banner Montgomery; his brothers, John Rex Montgomery, George "Champ" Montgomery, Willard Montgomery and Glenn Montgomery; and four sisters, Stella Frances Fox, Lillian Nunley, Laura Alona Williams and Margie M. Ashley.

Raymond was a man who loved his God, country and family. Raymond was a member of Pleasant Beach Baptist Church in Elizabethton. He retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service to his country – serving in Korea and the Vietnam and continued his dedication to his country by working at the Veterans Administration. He also enjoyed traveling, fishing and camping.

Those left to cherish his legacy include his daughter, Ramona Bing and husband Tim, of Ohio; two sons, Fernando Montgomery and wife Debbie, of Hampton and Eugene Montgomery, of PA; his foster daughter, Elaine Gregg Stamper and husband Harvey, of NC; three grandchildren, Nathan Montgomery, of Hampton, Renee Green and husband Richard, of Valley Forge and Beth Vargo and husband William, of Ohio; three great grandchildren; one sister, Vera Lou Lowe and husband Jim. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A service to celebrate and honor the life of Raymond Stewart Montgomery will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Sunday, August 18, 2019 in the Riverside Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton with Pastor Mark Fowler, officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel, prior to the service on Sunday.

The graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 PM on Monday, August 19, 2019 in the Walnut Mountain Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Arnold and Bob Johnson.

Raymond married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JONESBOROUGH - Mrs. Vera Montgomery Lowe, of Jonesborough, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2021, under the care of Ballad Hospice.
Born to the late James Taylor Montgomery and Martha Viola Harmon Montgomery in Roan Mountain, TN, Vera graduated class valedictorian of Cloudland High School in 1955.
Vera had lived her life in both Tennessee and Florida, where she loved teaching Sunday school. She was a warm person with a heart that loved children. Vera was also a skilled painter and accomplished quilter. Known for her love of cooking, Vera enjoyed preparing meals for guests and as gifts for those in need of a home-cooked meal.
In addition to her parents, Vera is preceded in death by seven brothers: John Ray Montgomery, James W. Montgomery, Elbert E. Montgomery, David A. Montgomery, Glen E. Montgomery, George W. Montgomery (Champ), Raymond Montgomery; five sisters: Lillian Montgomery Nunley, Marie Montgomery, Stella Montgomery Fox, Laura Montgomery Berry Williams, Margie Montgomery Ashley; one infant daughter, Melinda Dawn Eller.
Survivors include her husband James Lawson Lowe of Jonesborough; son Larry M. Eller (Rhonda) Jacksonville, FL; two stepsons: James L. Lowe, Jr. (Kim) Jonesborough, TN, John A. Lowe (Sue Ellen) Gray, TN; six grandchildren: Ashley Lowe Adams (Anthony) Jonesborough, Brandon Putnam, Jacksonville, FL, Kenny Eller (Rachel) Jacksonville, FL, John David Lowe, Emma Caroline Lowe, Sarah Katherine Lowe, Gray, TN; great-grandchildren: Ivie Putnam, Ellie Elizabeth Eller, Timothy Eller, all of Jacksonville, FL; numerous nieces and nephews.
The family of Vera Montgomery Lowe will receive friends from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Thursday, October 28, 2021 in the Tetrick Funeral Services Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM with Pastor Joel Cook and Dr. Mark Harrod officiating. The graveside committal service will be conducted at 2:00 PM at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

Vera married Larry Mack Daryl Eller on 5 Mar 1956 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Larry (son of Stanley Eller and Vada Norris) was born on 18 Sep 1933 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 19 Aug 2011 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vera married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Warren married Mildred Ruth Hazelwood on 30 Dec 1942 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mildred (daughter of Rosa Ellen Hazelwood) was born on 16 Mar 1927 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 3 Oct 2016 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Whitehead Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]