Rosanna Melissa Berry

Rosanna married George Washington Cole on 15 Feb 1885 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. George (son of Sampson Cole and Nancy Carmaletta Price) was born on 18 Dec 1864 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Dec 1934 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Samuel married Lora Evelyn Shuffield on 27 Mar 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Lora (daughter of Landon Shuffield and Martha (Shuffield)) was born about 1899 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Samuel married Eva Ann Norris on 19 Mar 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Eva (daughter of Washington Franklin Norris and Sarah Lorena Johnson) was born about 1904 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ira married Bessie Orlena Hyder on 24 Mar 1917 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Bessie (daughter of Charles Hampton Hyder and Elizabeth "Ettie" Nave) was born in Nov 1896 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 1 May 1981. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Marcia married Donnely Clayman Rominger on 10 Sep 1916 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Donnely was born on 15 May 1893 in Buncombe County, , , North Carolina; died on 18 Aug 1991 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - Mrs. Watson, age 93, Johnson City, passed into eternal glory on March 22, 2019. Born on January 6, 1926, Kate was the daughter of Professor Samuel Cole and Mrs. Eva Ann Cole of the Okolona Community of West Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death in 2010 by her husband of 64 years, Robert B. Watson. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Horace Cole, and two sisters, Norma and Infant Emma Cole.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters and sons-in-law: Becky Ann and Gary Jennings and Bobbie Kay and Larry Lewis. Kate was blessed with five grandchildren: Laura Lewis Berry (Charles Jr.) of Unicoi, TN, Mollie Lewis Canon (Jeff) of Erwin, TN, Nathan (Dawn) Jennings and Gary Andrew (Rachel) Jennings all of Johnson City and Jonathan Lewis, NC.

Twelve great grandchildren were blessed to have Kate as their beloved "Mamaw": Noah Wagner, Samuel Berry, Luke Berry, Vickie Berry and Caleb Berry, Daniel Belisle, Emilie Belisle, Tyler Colbaugh, Garrett Jennings, Ashlee Jennings, Abby Jennings and Ava Grace Lewis.

Special niece, Jane (Dave) Byrd, Unicoi, TN and many other beloved nieces and nephews survive. A very special brother in Christ, Dennis Bailey, originally from Jamaica, came to study at Milligan College and became a dear friend to the Watson family.

Special gratitude is extended to the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff who worked tirelessly to attend to Mrs. Watson's care during her illness and went above and beyond to make the family feel special and comfortable during this most difficult time.

Prior to her death, Mrs. Watson was the oldest living member of Buffalo Valley Christian Church. The Church was her life and the Lord's work came before every other thing in her life. She strived to live as an example to everyone she knew. She served as teacher in the Children's Nursery for over 45 years and every child loved her. Even grown children with children of their own still fondly called her "Mamaw Kate".

When Roselawn Memory Gardens was established, she became the first member of the office team. She took great pride in the cemetery, and for many years she selected the flowers and greenery and oversaw planting and maintenance of the grounds. Many times you could find her out in the middle of the cemetery sweeping off the grave markers. It was important to her that those whose bodies had been entrusted to them received total respect. She made many friends and acquaintances while working there. She used to laugh and say she was the last on to ever let you down. She retired at the age of seventy-nine with commendations after fifty years of devoted service.

Kate was a member of "Stitchin Sisters" and looked forward to the monthly gatherings with women of like faith and one accord. She took great pleasure in making infant caps for the Niswonger Children's NICU Hospital. One year she made upwards to one hundred caps.

In lieu of flowers, it was her desire that memorial contributions be made to Buffalo Valley Christian Church for the renovation of the fellowship hall kitchen. She was known best for her boiled cabbage, mashed potatoes and fresh creamed corn and delighted in praises she received then she prepared these dishes for the monthly fellowship meals. Contributions may be mailed to the Buffalo Valley Christian Church at 111 Buffalo Valley Road, Johnson City, TN 37601.

A "Celebration Beyond" Service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday in Memorial Funeral Chapel, Elizabethton with Brother Nathan Jennings and Brother Roland Whittemore presiding. Music will be provided by David Arney. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday prior to the service. Active Pallbearers will be Great Grandsons. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of Buffalo Valley Christian Church.

Joseph married Ida Mae Oliver about 1948 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Ida (daughter of Shelby Jett Oliver and Laura Bell Pierce) was born on 18 Apr 1930 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Jun 2010 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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ELIZABETHTON - John Arthur Rominger, 95, Elizabethton, TN died at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday morning October 11, 2017 after a brief bout with Cancer.

He was born May 18, 1922, in the family home in Blue Springs, Elizabethton, TN , and lived most of his life in Elizabethton, TN

He was preceded in death by his wife Helen Rominger, his parents, Don Claymon & Marcilena Cole Rominger brothers Joseph Rominger, William Orville Rominger, Donnely Cole Rominger & one sister Myron Rominger.

He is survived by his loving children Cathy Lenn Campbell and husband Bob, Tony Rominger and wife June of Elizabethton, sisters Emma Pierce, Dot Wilson, Ona Faye Oliver & husband Gayle, brother Stuart Rominger & Fiancée Charmie Justis , grandchildren: Marti Poole & husband Scotty & Rhett Rominger, step grandchildren, Robert Campbell & wife Kristi, Mikkie Renfro, Daniel Burleson & wife Lisa, Cari Seaton & Shelley Seaton, great grandson Alex Odom, step great grandchildren, Tucker, Cameron & Sean Campbell and several special nieces and nephews, including Karen & husband Bill Hawley of Huntington, WV, Nancy Schultz of Barboursville, WV.

He grew up in East Tennessee and served his country with honor in the Navy during WWII. Gunner's Mate 2nd Class served proudly in the United States Navy for over 3 years during World War II. His service ended in the Pacific Theater of Operations after training in Amphibious Operations at Fort Pierce, Florida, present site of the United States Navy Seal Museum. While in service he earned the American Theater Medal, the Pacific Theater Medal, the Navy Good Conduct Medal and the World War II Victory Medal ending his duty assigned to the US Naval group in China. This service to our country was part of the Original Navy Seal Program for which he is memorialized in the Navy Seal Museum in Ft. Pierce, FL.

He was locally honored September 18, 2017 by Carter County Commission for Hometown Heros.

After the war he worked at TVA building Watauga Dam and various other TVA facilities. He then started at Sperry/Univac as an electrician in Bristol, TN where he retired in 1984.

He was a 60 Year Member of the Dashiell Masonic Lodge and also a member of the NRA.

As a charter member of East River Park Christian Church, he served as an elder & Chairman of the Board for many years and will always be remembered for his brilliant mind as a teacher and mentor. His biblical knowledge amazed most Bible scholars. He was always a student and loved to read and learn. He has touched hundreds of lives with his wisdom and guidance throughout the years.

He was an outstanding Christian, loving husband, father, patriot, friend and servant of others.

His love of life, service to his country, family and friends showed up in the stories and tales he never tired of telling. He loved to come up with new ways and gadgets to help with any task, an incredible mind and heart, loved to garden, worked tirelessly for others, and people who knew him called themselves blessed. His legacy will live on through his family and friends who considered him a great man. He was a man of strong faith in God, was kind and compassionate, always available with wise advice and direction, serving as a great role model for others to follow.

Special thanks to Steve & Julia Strazay, Lori Ligon and the entire Amedysis team who have been a Godsend to our family during such a difficult time.

Active Pallbearers Scotty Poole, Loren Pierce, Boyce Rominger & Joy Ketterman

The family will receive friends at East River Park Christian Church, on Saturday, October 21, 2017, from 11:00 -1:00 with the Memorial service following at 1:00 P.M. with Richard Thomason, John Smith, Lee Hunt ministers, officiating. Col. USMC Ret. Freddie Taylor will give the Military Eulogy, Music under the direction of Tony Rominger with Fred Goodwin & Lois Carrier assisting. Graveside services will be immediately following the Memorial Service leaving East River Park Christian Church in procession to Happy Valley Memorial Park, Elizabethton, TN. Military Honors will be provided by Carter County Honor Guard.