Sampson Cole

Sampson married Deletha Gentry about 1828 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Deletha was born about 1795 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died before 1856 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Sampson married Nancy Carmaletta Price about 1856 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Nancy was born in Jun 1825 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Jesse married Margaret M (Cole) about 1855 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Margaret was born about 1830 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Rhoda E. (Cole) about 1859 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Rhoda was born about 1834 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Andrew married Cora E Parker about 1888 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . Cora (daughter of Richard T. Parker and Hannah E. Stone) was born in Jul 1872 in , Giles County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Rosanna Melissa Berry on 15 Feb 1885 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Rosanna (daughter of William Melvin Berry and Elizabeth Scott) was born on 21 Aug 1869 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 6 Feb 1902 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Gentry Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Nancy Lillian Berry on 4 Jul 1903 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Nancy (daughter of Richard Hamilton Berry and Mary Catharine Price) was born on 2 Apr 1871; died on 5 Apr 1921. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

George married Hattie Snyder on 17 Aug 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Hattie (daughter of Hiram Snyder and Cora Lee (Snyder)) was born on 2 Oct 1890 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 19 Oct 1945 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Mossie married Henry Joseph Buckles about 1914 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Henry (son of Thomas Jefferson Buckles and Celia J. Williams) was born on 2 Jul 1883 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 24 Jan 1929 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Buckles Cemetery, , Carter County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Vera married Walter Earl Bowers on 6 Nov 1918 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Walter (son of Alfred B. Bowers and Bertha Abigail Morrell) was born on 9 Oct 1898 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 11 Mar 1921 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Pearl Bowers Cemetery, , 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]

Lola married James P. Ritchie on 18 Sep 1927 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. James (son of William B. Ritchie and Bessie Davidson) was born on 13 Apr 1910 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; died on 14 Mar 1990 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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JOHNSON CITY - Mary Elizabeth Cole Reed, 94, Johnson City went home to be with her Lord, Monday, February 20, 2017 at Pine Ridge Care Center. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late George W. & Hattie Snyder Cole. She was a graduate of Happy Valley High School. Mrs. Reed retired from North American Rayon Corporation. She was a member of Buffalo Valley Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Resinol Reed, three sisters: Lena Rominger, Hazel Ritchie & Carmalee Hopson and four brothers: Ira Cole, Seth Cole, Sam Cole and Paul Cole.

Those left to cherish her memory include three daughters: Judy Reed, and Brenda Sams both of Johnson City and Lisa McAllister, Jonesborough. Two special sons-in-law: Max Sams and Mike McAllister. Three Grandchildren: Michael McAllister, Cindy Powell and Jennifer Stettner and husband Wesley, Nine Great Grandchildren: Bryson, Ethan, Alivia & Mary, Javan & Jordan, Cohen, McKenzie Wilson and Baby Stettner... A sister: Pearl Kulnich, Coalsville, Pa., several nieces & nephews. A special friend: Barbara Hicks.

A Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Reed will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, February 23, 2017 in Memorial Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Nathan Jennings and Mr. Tim Carleson, Minister officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Music will be provided by Bobbie Lewis and Bryan Smith. Active Pallbearers will be: Max Sams, Mike McAllister, Michael McAllister, Bryson Duffield, Ethan Powell, Javan McAllister and Jordan McAllister. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Her Church family.

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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]

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"Elizabethton Star," Monday, January 22, 1945
Pvt. Samuel Bowers Killed In Action
Mrs. Eunice Parlier Bowers of Route 2 Elizabethton has received word from the war department that her husband Pvt. Samuel M. Bowers, was killed in action at Luxembourg December 19.
He was reported missing one week prior to the death notice. Private Bowers has been in service about eight months and overseas about one week.
Before entering the service he was employed at the North American Rayon Corporation. He is survived by his wife, and three children, Bobby age four, Wilda, two and one-half, and Samuel M. Junior ten months. His mother, Mrs. Vera Bowers of Route 2 is also listed as a survivor.

Samuel married Eunice Martitia Parlier on 23 Apr 1940 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Eunice (daughter of Robert Conley Parlier and Lola Caroline McGuire) was born on 6 Oct 1921 in , Avery County, North Carolina, ; died on 12 Nov 2015 in Carter County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Mountain Home National Cemetery, , Washington 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.

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She was a daughter of the late James and Hazel Cole Ritchie. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Howard and Wayne Ritchie and a sister: Charlotte Davidson.

Ella Mae was a retired employee of the Raytheon Corporation, Bristol.

She was an active member of Carter Christian Church having served in various committees in the church.

Ella married Lawrence Hardin on 23 Dec 1949 in , Carter County, Tennessee, . Lawrence (son of Clyde A. Hardin and Golda E. Shankle) was born on 28 Dec 1927 in , Wise County, Virginia, ; died on 1 Dec 2022 in , Carter County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Happy Valley Memorial Park, Carter County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]