Joshua Trivette

Joshua married Eliza J. Stewart about 1885 in North Carolina, , , . Eliza was born in Sep 1869 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died about 1953 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Trivette Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Nealie married George Calloway Earp about 1908 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. George (son of John Bryant Earp and Manda Evaline Trivette) was born on 8 May 1880 in , Watauga County, North Carolina, North Carolina; died on 8 Nov 1946 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Inez Martin on 4 Jul 1919 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Inez (daughter of Thomas Martin and Celea M. Dunn) was born about 1901 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 29 Jun 1929 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Martin Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John married Roanna Johnson on 26 Nov 1930 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Roanna was born about 1912 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died about 1976 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Trivette Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Nancy Elvira Martin about 1925. Nancy (daughter of Thomas Martin and Celea M. Dunn) was born in Nov 1897 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Clyde married Sally Ethel Martin on 9 May 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Sally (daughter of Thomas Martin and Celea M. Dunn) was born about 1904 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died about 1950 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Trivette Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Howard married Clara Ruth Arnold on 21 Aug 1937 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. Clara (daughter of James C. Arnold and Mabel P. Dykes) was born on 23 Feb 1918 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; died on 27 Jul 1999 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Monte Vista Memorial Park, , Washington County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Herman Haden Trivette, age 84, of Mountain City, Tennessee, Entered in to the presence of his heavenly father on Friday morning, September 14, 2018 at his home, surrounded by family. He was born September 24, 1933, in Johnson County, Shouns, TN to the late John Trivette and RoAnn Johnson Trivette. In addition to his parents Herman was preceded in death by sisters, Ruth Canter Roark and Viola Christine Trivette.

Herman was a farmer throughout the years and enjoyed being outdoors. He loved people and having company especially being with his family and will be truly missed by all who knew him. Herman was a Minister for over 40 years and preached until he wasn't physically able in mid-August at Ackerson Creek Church of Christ.

Those left to cherish his memories include his wife of 58 years, Betty Sue Gentry Trivette, daughters, LaDonna Trivette, Pamela Arnold and husband Freddie, Jennifer Young and husband Robert, grandchildren, Jason Arnold and wife Holly, Justin Arnold, Cody Young, Tiffany Young and Alex Young, one great grandchild, Kinslee Arnold, sister, Rita Roten, brothers, J.D. Trivette and wife Sandy and Ed Trivette and wife Lois, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends Monday, September 17, 2018 from 5-7:00 p.m. at Mountain City Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 7:00 p.m. with Joe Scroggins, Tracey Dugger and Johnny Campbell to officiate. Graveside service and burial will be Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. from Trivette family Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jason Arnold, Justin Arnold, Cody Young, Alex Young, Joe Greer and Brian Thomas. Honorary pallbearers are the Men of Ackerson Creek Church of Christ.

Daniel married Barbara Ann Ellis on 26 Mar 1957 in , Ashe County, North Carolina, . Barbara (daughter of Walter U. Ellis and Martha L. Roark) was born on 18 May 1939 in , Johnson County, Tennessee, ; died on 17 Jun 2022 in , Sullivan County, Tennessee, ; was buried in Sunset Memorial Park, Johnson County, Tennessee, . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Patsy "Tine" Eggers passed away on Saturday November 17, 2018 at her residence. She was born On January 8th, 1942, in Shouns, TN to the late Garfield Trivette and Vira Martin Trivette. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Ottis Trivette, Clay Trivette, Verdie Mae Stout, Eula Faye Courtner, Bob Trivette, Dean Trivette, Arlis Trivette, and her best friend Maxine King.

Tine worked for many years at the Mountain City Glove Plant. When she wasn't working, she loved working in her flower garden. She was a member of the Rainbow Mennonite Church. Those left to cherish Tine's memory are her three sons; Steve Eggers and wife Sharon, Jimmy Eggers and wife Tonnie, Timmy Eggers and wife Barbara all of Mtn City, TN, two brothers Bill Trivette and Rod Trivette; seven grandchildren, Derek Steven Eggers, Jessica Renee Eggers, Tiffany Minks, Megan Sedgwick, Heather Minks, Anna Morefield, and Rebecca Condon; twelve Great-Grandchildren, one special Great-Granddaughter, Serenity Mae Alexander, as well as several nieces and nephews.

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Ted Trivett, age 94, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at the Watauga Medical Center. He was born on March 2, 1923 to the late Clyde James Trivett and Sally Ethel Martin Trivett. In addition to his parents, Ted was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Juanita Marie Walsh Trivett; sisters: Wilma Trivett Walsh and Margie Trivett Taylor and brother, Johnie Glenn Trivette; brothers-in-law: Wade Taylor, Dana Walsh, Luther Rupard and Sam Taylor.

Ted owned and operated his own sawmill for many years. He loved being outdoors and had a special love for sawmill work. He was an avid coon hunter. He studied forestry and fire- fighting techniques with the Civilian Conservation Corps. He was a great story teller and loved spending time with his family and friends.

Those left to cherish his memories include his sons: Ted 'Junior' Trivett and wife Mary, Gary Trivett and wife Tracy; daughter, Phyllis Lipford and husband Glenn, all of Mountain City, TN; sisters: Gladys Rupard of Laurel Bloomery, TN and Irene Taylor of Mountain City, TN; brother, Earl Trivette of Mountain City, TN; sister-in-law, Cathleen 'Kitty' Trivette; special neighbor, Lois Combs; special caregiver, Barbara Sexton; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren, many cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel.

Graveside service and interment will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 2018 at the Rainbow Cemetery with Glenn Lipford III and Kenneth Phipps officiating. Pallbearers will be Glenn Lipford III, Tyler Trivett, Jamey Icenhour and David Martin.

Ted married Juanita Marie Walsh on 18 Aug 1945 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Juanita (daughter of Cecil Walsh and Addie Mae Moretz) was born on 25 Dec 1927 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 18 Jun 2016 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Rainbow Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Irene Taylor, age 93 of 919 Medical Park Drive, Mountain City, Tennessee, surrounded by his family, passed away on Thursday January 24, 2019 in the Mountain City Care Center. Irene was born in Mountain City, TN, on August 3, 1925 to Clyde Trivette and Sally Martin Trivette and is also is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years Sam E. Taylor as well as brothers Glenn and Ted Trivette, and Wilma Walsh and Margie Taylor.



Irene was a charter member of the Calvary Baptist Church, she loved flower gardening digging herbs and just the outdoors in general.

Her survivors include daughter Alma Howard, Mtn City, Tn. Son Jim Taylor, Mountain City, TN.

Sister Gladys Rupard, Laurel Bloomery, TN Brother Earl Trivette of Mountain City, TN. Grandchildren Jeffrey Harrison, Jimmy Taylor, Michael Taylor, and David Taylor.

The funeral service for Irene will be conducted on Sunday January 27, 2019 in the Charles B Hux Chapel of Hux & Lipford at 7 pm. with Rev. Steven Spencer to officiate. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 pm. Graveside services will be conducted on Monday morning at 11 am in the Reece cemetery everyone is asked to assemble at the cemetery at 10 45 am.

Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Harrison, Michael Tanner, David Taylor, Jimmy Taylor, J.R. Trivette, and Jim Taylor.

Honorary Pallbearers are Michael Hodge, and Mike Brooks.

Irene married Samuel Edward Taylor about 1945 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee. Samuel (son of John Garfield Taylor and Nora Mae Morefield) was born on 9 Feb 1924 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; died on 22 Aug 2003 in Johnson County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Reece Memorial Cemetery, , Johnson County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Gladys “Maw” Rupard, 89, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2022, at Franklin Woods Hospital. She was surrounded by her family.

She is preceded in death by her husband Luther Rupard, Her mother and father, Clyde and Sallie Trivette, and her sisters Irene Taylor, Margie Taylor, and Wilma Walsh. Her brothers, Ted and Glenn Trivette.

Those left to cherish her memory include her brother, Earl Trivette, Her children, Patsy Galliher and husband Chris, Benny Rupard and wife Phyllis, Judy Howard, Tammy Grindstaff, and husband, Bob. She has 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Everyone in the community knew her by “Maw.” She was a friend to anyone that knew her. She will be deeply missed by so many. Special Thanks to Barbara Denney, Becky Goins, and Amedisys Home Health for helping with care during her illness.

Graveside services for Gladys “Maw” Rupard will be conducted on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at 3 pm from the Reece Memorial Cemetery with John Hammett and Spencer Roark to officiate.

Honorary pallbearers include Bob Grindstaff, Chris Galliher, Josh Key, Cole Howard, Larry Trivette, and Ted Trivett, Jr.

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JOHNSON CITY - Thomas Earl Earp, Sr., 73 years young, of Johnson City, TN. has made his journey to be with his Lord and Savior.

He left this world surrounded by family on Saturday, July 7, 2018 after a lengthy illness. Thomas was a faithful and lifetime member of the Johnson City Church of God, and loved his "Collins brothers and sisters." He retired from the State of Maryland as a Stationary Engineer, and moved back home to Tennessee after his retirement.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Sue Earp and a son, Thomas Earl Earp Jr. He was the son of the late Howard William Earp and Clara Ruth Arnold Earp, and grandson of the late George Calloway Earp and Nealie Alice Trivette and James Claiborne Arnold and Mabel Patience Dykes.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Cathryn Walker Earp; a daughter, Mary Elizabeth (Beth) Runion and husband, Michael of Jonesborough; a son, James Wyatt Earp Sr. and wife, Julie of Essex, MD; seven beloved grandchildren, Stephanie, Joshua, Emily and Kaitlyn Runion of TN and Alicia, James Wyatt Jr. and Juliana Earp of MD; as well as one very special great-grandson, Malachi Chase Ellis. Thomas is also survived by his loyal and dedicated brother, Leslie and wife, Cheryl Earp and sister, Bonnie Huffman of Johnson City; also many nieces, nephews and cousins; He also leaves behind his beloved pet dogs Coco and Princess and cat Sweetie Pie to be cared for by Mary Earp.

Funeral services for Thomas will be conducted at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 11, 2018 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Avenue, Johnson City with Rev. C. Bryant Collins officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until the service hour. Interment will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be James W. Earp Sr., James W. Earp Jr., Mike Runion, Josh Runion, Shawn Ladd and John Mark Overman. In lieu of flowers the family asks for those able to do so, any donations to the family to help with medical and funeral expenses would be greatly appreciated.

The family relays special thanks to the staff, especially the compassionate CNA's and nurse, Sam at the Waters Facility in Johnson City for their care during the last several months he was with us, as well as to the physicians and staff he has seen over the years.

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JOHNSON CITY - Leslie John Earp, Sr., age 74, of Johnson City, Tennessee, gained his wings on January 27, 2023, at the Johnson City Medical Center.

A lifelong resident of Johnson City, Leslie was born December 20, 1948, to the late Howard William Earp and Clara Ruth Arnold Earp. He graduated from Science Hill High School. In 1968, he married his childhood friend and the love of his life, Cheryl Norris.

Leslie was a member of University Parkway Baptist Church.

Leslie loved anything that had to do with cars or a motor. He was a skilled mechanic who repaired lawn mowers and vehicles. He also enjoyed NASCAR and he liked to put together model cars.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Earl Earp, Sr.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 54 years, Cheryl; his children, Leslie John Earp Jr., Kimberly Willis, and Rebecca Bennett; 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister, Bonnie Huffman; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Lara Kfoury for her care and compassion.

Leslie’s family will receive friends from 1:30-2:30 pm on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home. A committal service will follow, at 3:00 pm, at Washington County Memory Gardens, under the direction of Dr. Michael Oaks.

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Steve Eggers age 55, Of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on Monday March 9th, 2020 at his residence. Steve was born on July 21, 1964 in Boone, N.C. to the late Lloyd Eggers and Patsy Trivette Eggers.
He was a construction worker.
He loved riding motorcycles, gardening and arrowhead hunting.
Survivors include his wife, Sharon Arnold Eggers of the home; son, Derek Eggers, Mountain City, Tennessee; brothers, Jimmy Eggers, Mountain City, Tennessee and Timmy Eggers, Mountain City, Tennessee. His beloved dogs Harley Girl and Spikey Baby.
Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Services for Steve will be conducted on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the East Side Chapel of Hux & Lipford Funeral Home with Jim Furches and Bill Worley to officiate.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the funeral.
Graveside services and burial will follow in the Rainbow Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Eric Arnold, Mike Arnold, Brent Snyder, Jeffery Brinker, Shawn McElyea, and Red Eggers. Honorary Pallbearers: Dalton Atwood, Doug Payne, Derek Eggers, Brian Rainbolt, Fred Eggers, Phil Arnold, John Greer, Ethan Arnold, Brian Arnold, Troy Arnold, and Caden Arnold.