JIM WOODS
Posted May 16, 2012
Jim Woods, age 69, of 700 McElyea Road, Mountain City, TN passed away on Friday, May 11, 2012 in the Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born November 26, 1942 to the late Abner Woods and Mary Idell Rickman Woods. He attended Ackerson Creek Christian Church. Jim enjoyed woodworking, playing guitar, and working with small engines. He was retired from Lenoir Furniture. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Sam Woods, Walt Woods, Henry Woods, and Jet Woods; two sisters, Sue Ward and Betty Simpson.
BARBARA JEAN LIPFORD
Posted May 9, 2012
Barbara Jean Lipford, age 69, of 938 Crossroads Drive went to her heavenly home on April 24, 2012. She had battled a long case of Alzheimer’s. She attended the Ackerson Creek Church of Christ. Barbara loved to travel and shop and spend time with family. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was born to the late Garney and Ruby Gentry. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Lipford.
CHLOE ROBERTS
Posted May 9, 2012
Chloe Roberts, age 80, 661 Slabtown Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Monday, April 30, 2012 in Sycamore Shoals Hospital following an extended illness. She was born May 14, 1931 to the late Sherman Dean Lowe and Evelyn Watson Lowe. Chloe was a faithful and dedicated member of Doe Valley Baptist Church. Her hobbies included crocheting and quilting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Dale “Jack” Roberts; three brothers, Roger, John and L.D. Lowe and one sister, Gloria Gay Lowe.
EMMA OSBORNE McCOY
Posted May 9, 2012
Mrs. Emma Osborne McCoy, age 94, of Creston passed away Sunday morning, May 6, 2012 at Margate Health & Rehab Center.
HOBERT “LURCH” THOMAS
Posted May 9, 2012
Hobert “Lurch” Thomas of Bristol, VA, age 73, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, at Wellmont Hospice House. He was born on December 9, 1938 to the late Bill and Mary Thomas. He lived most of his life in the Bristol area and served his country as a member of the US Army. He was preceded in death by brothers, Garland Thomas, Benjamin “Speed” Thomas, Harold “Hop” Thomas, and Clarence “Burr” Thomas. He was also preceded in death by sisters, Gladys Testerman and Evelyn Moore.
JACK BELK
Posted May 9, 2012
Jack Belk, age 64, of 263 Sage Valley Circle, Mountain City, TN, passed away on Friday April 20, 2012 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital. He was born March 9, 1948 in Orangeburg, SC to the late John Warren Belk Sr. and Lula “Bird” Turner. He enjoyed dancing, music, traveling, and mowing the grass with his John Deere. He was a member of the Living Water Christian Fellowship in Boone, NC.
KERI KASSANDRA OSBORNE SCOVERN
Posted May 9, 2012
Keri Kassandra Osborne Scovern, age 46, of Hudson, North Carolina and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on February 14, 1966 to the late Edgar Ray Osborne and Gladys June Sexton Osborne. Prior to her illness, she loved spending time with her family and especially her granddaughter. She also liked being at the lake and enjoyed music.
MILDRED JEAN COWIE
Posted May 9, 2012
Mildred Jean Cowie, age 80, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 14, 1931 in St. Catherine’s Hospital of Brooklyn, NY, to the late Otto Hettesheimer and Elizabeth Knoerzer Hettesheimer. Mildred attended Point Jefferson High School and graduated as a nurse in 1951. She was an intensive care nurse at the Community Hospital for several years. Mildred later attended Broward County Vocational School, where she graduated with her Pre-K Teacher certification. She taught preschool in Broward County, Florida and had also been a Girl Scout Leader for 20 years. Mildred was a member of Pleasant Home Baptist Church since 1980 and had taught Sunday school until 2008.
RAYMOND FRITZ
Posted May 9, 2012
Raymond Fritz, age 73, of Deer Run Road, Laurel Bloomery, TN and formerly of Bishop, VA, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2012 in Johnson City Medical Center.
RUBY G. WILLIAMS
Posted May 9, 2012
Ruby G. Williams, age 88, of Damascus, Virginia, passed away Friday, May 4, 2012 at the home of her daughter in Mountain City, Tennessee. She was a life long resident of Damascus, Virginia and had resided the last four years with her daughter, Joan, in Mountain City, Tennessee. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Damascus. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, John R. Williams, and her youngest son, David C. Williams.
WILLIAM HOWARD DAVIS
Posted May 9, 2012
Mr. William Howard Davis, age 82, of 1010 Slabtown Road, Zionville, died Thursday morning, May 3, 2012, at Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation.
WILLIAM M. “BILL” ROARK
Posted May 9, 2012
William M. “Bill” Roark, age 81, 4301 Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Monday, April 30, 2012 in Johnson City Medical Center. He was born July 9, 1930 to the late Noel Roark and Bessie Osborne Roark. Bill was a United States Army veteran having served in Korea. He attended Laurel Springs Community Church. Bill was also an avid NASCAR fan and especially a Jeff Gordon fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Trudy Roark, a sister, Gladys Hanna, and a brother, Coy Roark.
BERLIE A. ‘BUCK’ BARRY
Posted May 2, 2012
Berlie A ‘Buck’ Barry, age 88, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on February 13, 1924 to the late Daniel Hugh Barry and Mary Alice Grindstaff Barry. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by three sisters, Rachel Greer, Lulu Wells and Anna Wells; a brother, Ray Barry.
CHARLIE BLANKENBECKLER
Posted May 2, 2012
Charlie Blankenbeckler, age 70, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 26, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on May 2, 1941 to the late Eugene and Ida Horne Blankenbeckler.
JUSTIN MARTIN ROBINSON
Posted May 2, 2012
Justin M. Robinson, age 74, of 1950 Bulldog Road Trade, TN passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2012 at his residence. He was born on April 1, 1938 in Trade, TN to the late George Washington Robinson and Edith Reece Robinson. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Boone, NC. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters, Georgia Hodge and Dona Wilson. His hobbies included spending time with his grandkids and farming.
LUCIAN JESSE LUNSFORD
Posted May 2, 2012
Lucian J. Lunsford, age 65, of 2148 Fall Branch Road, Mountain City, TN passed away after a brief illness on April 27, 2012 at his residence. He was born on October 29, 1946 in Jasper, VA to the late Samuel James Lunsford and Bunie Belle Lawson Lunsford. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Tommy Lunsford. His hobbies were reading, working on cars and he loved NASCAR.
MARTIN DEAN WALKER
Posted May 2, 2012
Martin Dean Walker, age 77, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 27,2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. A native of Johnson County, Dean was born on October 9, 1934 to the late C.H. ‘Herb’and Lynie Walker. In addition to his parents, Dean was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Walker Monseur and brothers, Jack Walker, Charles F. Walker and Frederick D. Walker.
PEARL WARD
Posted May 2, 2012
Pearl M. “Grannie “ Ward, age 100, of Columbus Ohio, formerly of Mountain City, TN passed away on April 24, 2012 in Columbus Ohio. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Maggie Martin Wallace.
SALLY LOU BERRY
Posted May 2, 2012
Sally Lou Berry, age 70, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 13, 1941 to the late Warren and Helen Miller Wills. In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by a brother, Warren Wills Jr., and a sister, Donna Wills Rhinehart.
DOROTHY “DOT” M. WILLS SHORE
Posted April 25, 2012
Dorothy (Dot) M. Wills Shore passed away Friday, March 30, 2012 in Jacksonville, Florida. A native of Mountain City, she was a daughter of the late Ed H. and Mary Wills. She had lived in Jacksonville much of her adult life.
FLEET GARLAND
Posted April 25, 2012
Fleet Garland, age 92, of Shady Valley, TN passed away Thursday morning, April 19, 2012 in Mountain City Care Center. He was born January 15, 1920 in Johnson County to the late Robert Barry Garland and Emma Grace Rambo Garland. He was a member of Shady Valley Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Wilson Garland, in 2006; two sisters, Vena Richardson and Georgia Myers; and four brothers, Hugh Garland, Ambrose Garland, Doag Garland and Herman Garland.
JAMES LANDON “BUD” FENNER
Posted April 25, 2012
James Landon “Bud” Fenner, age 72, of Mountain City, TN passed away on Tuesday April 17, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was a Johnson County native and a son of the late Arthur “Tip” Fenner, Sr. and Edith Parsons Fenner. Mr. Fenner was retired from Thomasville Furniture. “Bud” was a big Dale Ernhardt fan and he loved working on his old cars, farming and had a great love for Johnson County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Louise Charsha and Julia Ward, and one brother, Frank Fenner.
PATSY HARMON McNULTY
Posted April 25, 2012
Mrs. Patsy (Harmon) McNulty, age 64, 110 East E Street, Elizabethton died Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at her residence. A native of Carter County, she was the daughter of Gedar G. and Virginia Lee (Smith) Harmon, Butler, TN. Mrs. McNulty was a postal clerk with the Johnson City Post Office. She was of the Baptist faith and loved to read, cook and crochet. Mrs. McNulty was a U.S. Army veteran.
TINA MARIA FORRESTER
Posted April 25, 2012
Ms. Tina Maria Forrester, 48, of Altamonte Springs, Florida, died April 15, 2012. She was born February 22, 1964 in Omaha, Nebraska. Tina was preceded in death by her daughter, Asia Lee, and brother, Terry Forrester. She is survived by her daughters, Amy and Amber of Altamonte Springs, FL; mother, Mary K. Westmoreland-Gladden of Gray, TN; father, Keith Forrester of Springfield, MA; brother, Tim Forrester and wife Tanya of Elizabethton, TN; brother, Tony Forrester of Gray, TN; brother, Ted Sivard and wife Valerie of Clermont, FL; and several nieces and nephews, Keith, Joseph, Maria, Trina, Jacob, and Joshua. Funeral services were held at Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Homes West Altamonte Chapel, 90 Weathersfield Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 (407)869-6065 on Friday, April 20th at 5:30PM. The family received friends from 4:00-5:30PM. www.baldwinfairchild.com.
BONELL SMITH
Posted April 18, 2012
Bonell Smith, age 74, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on April 19, 1937 in Harlan, Kentucky to the late Oscar Smith and Hetty Murphy.
CHARLOTTE R. HARTLEY
Posted April 18, 2012
Charlotte R. Hartley, age 81, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 16, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. She was born on September 28, 1930 to the late John A. Hartley and Ruth Smith Hartley. In addition to her parents, Charlotte was preceded in death by a brother, Sherman Hartley.
FRANKIE PETERS
Posted April 18, 2012
Frankie Peters, age 48, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born August 15, 1963 in Washington County, TN to the late Carl Peters and Ann Roberts Peters.
HOWARD 'DOC' LOVE
Posted April 18, 2012
On Monday, April 9, 2012, Howard “Doc” Love, age 86, of Elizabethton, TN passed from the arms of his devoted family into the open arms of his heavenly Father.
JOYCE POTTER ODOM
Posted April 18, 2012
Joyce Potter Odom, 68, 251 Cobb Creek Road, Butler, passed away on Saturday, March 31, 2012 in the Johnson County Community Hospital, following an extended illness. She was born in Carter County and was the daughter of the late Murphy and Delia Borders Potter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Warren Odom, Sr. and a sister, Mary Odom. Mrs. Odom was a member of Elk Mills Christian Church.
LAURA JORENE MCGILVERY
Posted April 18, 2012
Laura Jorene McGilvery of Winter Garden, FL, died Sunday morning, April 15, 2012 at the age of 87.
MICHAEL ‘MIKE’ WILLIAMS
Posted April 18, 2012
Michael "Mike" Williams, 69, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on April 7, 2012 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
BETTY JEAN PARCHMAN
Posted April 11, 2012
Betty Jean Parchman, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012. She was born on December 7, 1937. She was raised in Carter County and moved to Nashville in 1956. Betty married Tony in 1957. They continued to make their home in Nashville until 2005, when they moved to Mountain City. Betty loved to cook for her family and friends and enjoyed working in her garden. She was a member of First Baptist Church.
EDGAR WAYNE REECE
Posted April 11, 2012
Edgar ‘Wayne’ Reece, age 67, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 04, 2012. He was born on September 7, 1944 to Billie A. Canter Reece Proffitt and the late Edgar Bruce Reece. In addition to his father, Wayne was preceded in death by a son, Edgar Wayne Reece Jr.; brothers, Sherry Reece, Norman Reece and David Reece and nephews, Travis Reece and Gary Thomas.
FRANCES LEE SOUDER
Posted April 11, 2012
Ms. Frances Lee Souder, age 91, of Weyers Cave, VA, formerly of 105 Donnelly Street, Mountain City, TN passed away Saturday, April 7, 2012 after an extended illness. She was born November 8, 1920 in Romney, WV to the late Robert Combs and Sarah Miller Combs. She was a member of Southside Freewill Baptist Church in Mountain City. Her hobbies included cooking, flowers, church and she loved her cats. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Waldo Souder; four children, Betty, Patricia, Brenda and Diane; two brothers, Haman and Naman Combs; and one sister, Elsie Stawderman.
HILDA CATO FOSTER
Posted April 11, 2012
Hilda Cato Foster, age 66, of Damascus, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol, Tennessee. She was a life long resident of Washington County, Virginia and was the daughter of Sid Cato of Damascus, Virginia and the late George Cato, Sr. She retired from Media General, formerly Washington County News, after 40 years of service. She was of the Baptist Faith. In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by one sister, Susie Foster; one brother, George Cato, Jr., and a special nephew, Gary Wayne Coleman, Jr.
JOYCE POTTER ODOM
Posted April 11, 2012
Joyce Potter Odom, 68, 251 Cobb Creek Road, Butler, passed away on Saturday, March 31, 2012 in the Johnson County Community Hospital, following an extended illness. She was born in Carter County and was the daughter of the late Murphy and Delia Borders Potter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Warren Odom, Sr. and a sister, Mary Odom. Mrs. Odom was a member of Elk Mills Christian Church.
LEE L. ROARK II
Posted April 11, 2012
Lee L. Roark II, age 43, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 6, 2012, with his family by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Banner Elk, North Carolina on February 21, 1969 to Lee L. and Judy Baird Roark.
RALPH J. KYTE
Posted April 11, 2012
Ralph J. Kyte, age 83, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2012. He was born on September 17, 1928 to the late Rhonda and Lexie Stalcup Kyte. In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by a son, James Kyte.
SUE CRESS HILSON
Posted April 11, 2012
Sue Cress Hilson, age 77, of 368 Old Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, TN, passed away at Carolina Medical Center Charlotte, NC, on April 6, 2012. She was a native of Johnson County, a daughter of the late Worley and Eva Perkins Cress. She was an anesthetist having worked at various hospitals and nursing homes. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Mountain City, TN and a former Sunday School teacher. Her hobbies were fishing and dancing.
THOMAS ALLEN JOHNSON
Posted April 11, 2012
Thomas Allen Johnson, age 79 of 3334 Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Tuesday March 27, 2012 in the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a son of the late Donald and Geneva Belle Edmisten Johnson. Allen had worked at Blue Ridge Shoe Company, school bus driver, sanitation truck driver for the town of Mountain City. He loved farming, mowing his yard, word search books, and going to church. Allen was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church and also attended Corinth Baptist and other churches. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Anna Pearl Waters Johnson, April 14, 2003; an infant brother; and infant grandson ,T.J. Johnson in Feb. of 1995.
WANDA McEWEN MURRAY
Posted April 11, 2012
Wanda McEwen Murray, age 94, of Butler, TN went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 5, 2012 in Lexington, KY. She was a native of Johnson County (Doeville), TN and was the daughter of the late Joseph Wade McEwen and Ida Lowe McEwen.
WILLIAM RALPH COLE
Posted April 11, 2012
Mr. William Ralph Cole, born August 2, 1926, of Elizabethton died Friday, April 6, 2012 at his residence. He was the son of the late Brooks and Edith Hyder Cole. Mr. Cole was a graduate of Hampton Elementary School, Elizabethton High School in 1944 and the University of Tennessee in 1948 with a degree in Business Administration. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II having volunteered in 1944. Mr. Cole worked as Sales Manager at Courtesy Motors Company for twenty years and was an Automobile Dealer and Owner of C & T Volkswagen-Subaru for eighteen years. He retired in 1988. Mr. Cole became a member of East Side Baptist Church at the age of twelve. He was a member of the Brownlow Scalf Sunday School Class.
David Spencer May
Posted April 4, 2012
David Spencer May, age 71, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at his residence. He was born on October 29, 1940 in Johnson County, TN to the late Stacy and Carrie Woodards May. In addition to his parents, Spencer was preceded in death by an infant sister, Verdie Arlene May; infant brother, William Glen Chamer May and brother, Roger May.
Philip L. Staubach
Posted April 4, 2012
Philip L. Staubach, age 64 of 1979 Sink Valley Road, Butler, TN, passed away at his residence, March 29, 2012. He was a native of New York, a son of the late Harry and Phyllis Jones Staubach, a US Army Veteran. His hobbies were fishing, boating, hiking and collecting coins. He was a terminal manager for Roadway Trucking. He attended Bethany Baptist Church, Mountain City, TN.
Professor Chester Tilley Stout
Posted April 4, 2012
PROFESSOR CHESTER “TILLEY” STOUT
ARLIE LEE MICHAEL
Posted March 28, 2012
Arlie Lee Michael, age 79, of 11901 Lakewood Drive, Hudson, Florida and formerly a native of Johnson County, Tennessee, passed away at Marliere Care Center in Florida on Wednesday, March 22, 2012. He was born in West Jefferson, North Carolina to the late Robert V. Michael and Pearl Black Michael. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Doris Michael in June 2011.
BRIAN STEPHEN REECE
Posted March 28, 2012
Brian Stephen Reece, age 48, of Mountain City, TN, surrounded by his family, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Brian was born on April 21, 1963 to Steve and Elaine Reece.
DANA CARROLL PHILLIPS
Posted March 28, 2012
Dana Carroll Phillips, age 68, of 202 Reece Ave, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Saturday, March 16, 2012 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born on May 9, 1943 to the late Ray Luther Phillips and Cora Elizabeth Proffitt Phillips. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Stella Marie Phillips, also by a son Billy Carroll Phillips, brothers J.C. Brown and James and Ralph Phillips and sisters Jane Campbell and Dorothy Potter. He was a member of the Sink Valley Baptist Church.
GLENN EDWARD ARNOLD, JR.
Posted March 28, 2012
Glenn “Eddie” Arnold, age 65, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at the Johnson County Community Hospital. Eddie was born July 26, 1946 in Johnson County to the late Glenn Arnold, Sr. and Clovis Poteet Arnold. Eddie was a long haul commercial truck driver and liked to operate heavy equipment of any kind. He enjoyed working and loved taking care of his lawn and garden. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Mountain City.
JOE GLENN WILSON
Posted March 28, 2012
Joe Glenn Wilson, age 66, of Zionville, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at the Watauga Medical Center. Joe fought a good fight, he finished his course. Joe was born on August 12, 1945 in Ashe County, NC to the late Emmitt Wilson and Dessie June Johnson Wilson.
OTIS THURMOND LEWIS
Posted March 28, 2012
Mr. Otis Thurmond Lewis, age 81, of Creston, NC died on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center in Mountain City, TN. Mr. Lewis was born on December 10, 1930 in Johnson County, TN to the late Bueal Mark and Sylvia L. Lewis. Mr. Lewis was also preceded in death by a brother, Harold Dean Lewis, and his stepmother, Dorna Lee Lewis.
RAY CHARLES MOREFIELD
Posted March 28, 2012
Ray C. Morefield, age 72 of 2155 Lumpkin Branch Rd., Mountain City, TN passed away on Friday, March 16, 2012 at his residence. He was born September 11, 1939 to the late Elbert and Hazel Forrester Morefield. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Morefield; two brothers, Carl Morefield and Fred Morefield; and a grandson, Evan Nichols.
ROBERT J. CHURCH
Posted March 28, 2012
Robert J. Church, age 64, of 1728 South Wind Drive, Nashville and also of Butler passed away on Friday March 16, 2012 in Nashville, TN. He was the son of the late David Church and Lois Church. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He was retired from Averitt Express as a truck driver. His hobbies were working on cars, working around the house on projects and flying lessons. He was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church in Nashville, TN and attended Sink Valley Baptist Church when in Johnson County.
SELMA RUTH CORNETT
Posted March 28, 2012
Selma Ruth Cornett, age 74, of 206 Shoun Street, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away at her residence on Saturday morning, March 24, 2012. She was born in Ashe County, North Carolina on April 14, 1937 to the late George Washington Campbell and Emmer Myrtle Farmer Campbell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings and a grandson, Bobby Lee Hurd Jr.
SYLVIA JEAN BOYD
Posted March 28, 2012
Sylvia Jean Boyd, age 68, of Mountain City, TN, passed away at Watauga Medical Center, Boone, NC, March 21, 2012. She was a native of Johnson County, a daughter of the late Adam Arney. She worked as an assistant for the Johnson County School System for approximately 20 years. She was a member of Victory Cowboy Church, Mountain City, TN. Her hobbies were art and reading.
WILLIAM GAINES EGGERS
Posted March 28, 2012
William Gaines Eggers, 82, of Springfield, died Monday March 19, 2012 at North Crest Medical Center. Funeral services were conducted Thursday March 22nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Dr. Frank Gagliano officiating. Interment followed in Robertson County Memorial Gardens. Mr. Eggers was born June 10, 1929 in Beaver Dam, N.C. to the late Harrison Clay and Rachel Hagaman Eggers. He was a retired welder with Catapillar Equipment and was a member of South Haven Baptist Church. Mr. Eggers was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Evelyn Barlow Eggers of Springfield; son and daughter-in-law, Gary Lynn and Betty Eggers of Snellville, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Paul Love of Adams; brother, Bobby Eggers of Mountain City, TN; grandchildren, Heather Coyle, Heidi Martin, Dustin Eggers, Rebekah Dorris, John and Joseph Love, eight great grandchildren.
BETTIE CAROLYN EURE CORLEY
Posted March 21, 2012
Bettie Carolyn Eure Corley, age 64, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at her residence. She was born on April 18, 1947 to the late James Cottie Eure and Dorothy Hall Eure. In addition to her parents, Bettie was preceded in death by a brother, Jimmy Eure.
EARL CHARLES BUMGARDNER
Posted March 21, 2012
Earl Charles Bumgardner, age 81, of Trade, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at his residence. Earl was born in Watauga County, NC on May 27, 1930 to the late Frank B. and Rosie Thomas Bumgardner. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his wife, Earleen Phipps Bumgardner, seven sisters, Madge, Margie, Pearl, Ruth, Ella, Georgia and Bertha and a brother, Ed Bumgardner.
GLENN E. WALLACE
Posted March 21, 2012
Mr. Glenn E. Wallace, age 92, of Buttermilk Road, Trade, Tennessee, died Saturday, March 17, 2012, at James A. Quillen VA Medical Center in Johnson City, Tennessee.
HELEN MARIE TRIVETT
Posted March 21, 2012
Helen Marie Trivett, age 75, of 919 Medical Park Drive, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on Friday, March 16, 2012 in the Mountain City Care Center following an extended illness. She was born June 9th, 1936 in Old Butler to the late Erven Greene and Nelle N. Ward Bearer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mirl Trivett; a daughter, Lynn Mays; a son, Tommy Trivett; and a granddaughter, Nikki Mays.
NANCY L. BROWN
Posted March 21, 2012
Nancy L. Brown, age 62, of 835 Vaughts Gap Road, Mountain City, TN passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born in Johnson County, TN on April 15, 1949 to the late Charlie D. Mains and Jane R. Dunn Mains. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a grandson, Devin Duperry. She was a homemaker and a member of the Southside Freewill Baptist Church. Her hobbies were reading her Bible and reading puzzle books.
RALPH EARL CROWDER
Posted March 21, 2012
Ralph Earl Crowder (Papaw), age 90, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center surrounded by his loving family. Ralph was born July 6, 1921 in Johnson County to the late Wiley and Pearl Moretz Crowder.
WALTER RAY SHORE
Posted March 21, 2012
Walter Ray Shore, 90 of Hwy 49, Mt. Pleasant, died Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at the Tucker Hospice House.
ANNA MARY STOLTZFUS HUYARD
Posted March 15, 2012
Anna Mary Stoltzfus Huyard, 76, of 541 New York Avenue, Harrisonburg, Virginia, quietly passed away Thursday morning March 8, 2012. She was born in Gap, Pennsylvania August 13, 1935. Anna Mary was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Hannah Stoltzfus and married David S. Huyard November 10, 1955 as Old Order Amish. Three years later they joined the Mennonite Church and in 1966 were assigned to pastor a congregation in northeastern Tennessee where they launched a local and international radio ministry. Anna Mary conducted the children’s radio program for twelve years and received regular personal letters of appreciation from children and adults. The Huyards moved to Virginia in 1985 and operated Huyard’s Country Kitchen from 1987-1999 in Dayton Farmers Market.
ELMER L. GILLEY
Posted March 15, 2012
Elmer L. Gilley, age 75, of 104 Nave Street, Hampton, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012 in Sycamore Shoals. He was the son of the late Haggy and Viola Campbell Gilley. Mr. Gilley was a farmer and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening.
GLENDA SUE GOOD
Posted March 15, 2012
Glenda Sue Good, age 65, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 9, 2012 following an extended illness. She was born on September 11, 1946 to the late Clyde and Frances Slemp. In addition to her parents, Glenda was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Slemp.
JACK MCKINNEY
Posted March 15, 2012
Jack McKinney, age 75, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 9, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on March 29, 1936 to the late Rama and Stella McCourry McKinney. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by a brother, James McKinney and brother-in-law, Frank Murphy.
JOHN F. ETHRIDGE
Posted March 15, 2012
John Ethridge, age 77, of 6263 Hwy 67 West, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away after a brief illness at the Johnson City Medical Center on Friday, March 9, 2012. He was the son of the late Claude Ethridge and Emaline Simpson Ethridge. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Catherine Carter. He was a member of the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce for thirty years and he was also in the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce. He served in the United States Army and National Guard. He was an optician in Oak Ridge for 27 years. His hobbies were golfing and billiards. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
RALEIGH G. COMBS
Posted March 15, 2012
Raleigh G. Combs, age 78, of Mountain City, Tennessee, died Monday evening, March 5, 2012, at his home.
SHIRLEY EASTRIDGE POPE
Posted March 15, 2012
Shirley Eastridge Pope, age 73, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 in Boone, North Carolina. She was born on June 12, 1938 to the late Luther and Annie (Osborne) Eastridge.
THOMAS SCOTT YOUNG, SR.
Posted March 15, 2012
Thomas Scott Young, Sr., age 70, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 9, 2012 at his residence. He was born on December 17, 1941 to the late Willie Norman Young and Ethel Mae Clark Young. In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by a sister, Dot Sulinski and a brother, Walter Gray Young.
JIMMY KENT DUGGER
Posted March 7, 2012
Jimmy Kent Dugger, 77, passed away Friday, March 2, 2012 in the Mountain View Regional Medical Center Norton, Virginia. He was a native of Butler, Tennessee and was preceded in death by his parents, Dalton and Odell Gregg; a sister, Patty; and a brother, Dale.
OTIS FRANK FENNER
Posted March 7, 2012
Mr. Otis Frank Fenner, age 79, of Johnson City, passed away, Tuesday, February 28, 2012 in the Lakebridge Health Care Center.
RAYMOND EARL WARREN
Posted March 7, 2012
Raymond Earl Warren, age 92, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to Heaven on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at Mountain City Care Center. He was born on May 12, 1919 to the late William Luther Warren and Clara Belle Crowder Warren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a step-mother, Ella Mock Warren; one son, William Earl (Bill) Warren, who passed away in 1970; sister, Mildred Treadway; brothers, Edgar Warren and Glenn Warren and one grandson, William Earl ‘Butch’ Warren Jr..
GETER PAUL JENNINGS
Posted February 29, 2012
Geter Paul Jennings, Sr., 79 yrs, of Port Deposit, Maryland and formerly of Mountain City, TN, died peacefully at his residence on Friday, January 20, 2012. Born June 24, 1932, in Butler, TN, he was the son of the late Clyde and Mae Cornett Jennings.
HENRY EUGENE STOUT
Posted February 29, 2012
Henry Eugene Stout of Uniontown died Feb. 3, 2012, at his home. He was 90.
LOIS COLE MOTTERN
Posted February 29, 2012
Lois Cole Mottern, age 92, Watauga, TN went home to be with her Lord on Friday, February 24, 2012 in the Hermitage Health Nursing Home, Elizabethton, TN. She was a member of Borderview Christian Church, a native of Elizabethton, TN and a graduate of Elizabethton High School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil L. Mottern; and her parents, Charlie Cole and Lucy Newton Cole; also, her step-mother, Ressie Peeks Cole; two sisters, Alta Cole and Freda Harvey; and one brother, Charles Cole, Jr. She was a homemaker and enjoyed her family and grandchildren.
RANDAL E. “RANDY” HICKS
Posted February 29, 2012
Randal E. “Randy” Hicks, age 46, of Williamstown, West Virginia and formerly of Mountain City, TN passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012 at the University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA.
DEAN EASTRIDGE
Posted February 22, 2012
Dean Eastridge, age 61, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at his residence. He was born on September 11, 1950 to the late Walter and Pauline Hockaday Eastridge. Dean was a truck driver and farmer. He loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed farming and tending to his cattle with his grandson, Justin. Dean also liked fishing and riding his motorcycle. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family. Dean was a humble, Christian man who loved the Lord and was a member of Southside Freewill Baptist Church.
MARJORIE LOLA VANOVER
Posted February 22, 2012
Marjorie Lola Vanover, age 66, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Marjorie was born May 27, 1945 to Lola Lewis Hess and the late Harold Hess. She was married for 46 years and loved her family and grandchildren. She loved to sew, cook and to garden. She was the treasurer, a Sunday school teacher and pianist at Heath Union Church. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Hess; her grandparents, Garnett and Blanche Hess and Carlie and Bethel Lewis; and a nephew, Richard Vanover.
Wayne Edward “Jerry” Jenkins
Posted February 22, 2012
Wayne Edward “Jerry” Jenkins, age 79, departed this life for his heavenly home on Monday, February 20, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Wayne was born in Laurel Bloomery, TN on May 5, 1932, a son of the late Frank Jenkins and Jeston Rupard Jenkins. He lived most of his life in Bristol and attended Bluff City High School and Graham Bible College. He retired from Raytheon after many years of service.
WILLIAM HAMILTON SWAYNE, JR.
Posted February 22, 2012
William Hamilton Swayne, Jr., “Dollar Bill”, age 91, of Delaware, formerly of Shady Valley, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2012. He was born November 18, 1920 to the late William H. Swayne, Sr. and Mabel Swayne in Mendenhall, PA. William owned and operated Swayne & Tinsley Paving Company. He was a Mason for 56 years and was a cancer survivor for 30 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Miller Swayne; his daughter, Kathy Weaver; his son, William Swayne, III; sisters, Sarah and Mary Gregg; and a brother, Lawrence Swayne.
Jesse Willard Ward
Posted February 15, 2012
Jesse Willard Ward, age 84, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2012 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on May 3, 1927 to the late Moses Parks and Della Ward. In addition to his parents, Jesse was preceded in death by a sister, Sue Fowler; brothers: Frank, Bob, Grover, Ben, Troy, Lonnie and Homer Ward and a grandchild, Oliver Ryan Ward.
Bruce Ray Wilson
Posted February 15, 2012
Bruce Ray Wilson, age 88, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday evening, February 11, 2012 at his residence. Bruce was born on December 2, 1923 in Watauga Co. North Carolina to the late J.D. Wilson and Maudie Eggers Wilson. Bruce retired from the Automotive Industry as an assemblyman. He loved to Garden and share his vegetables he grew and was a avid patron and supporter of the Johnson County Senior Citizens. Bruce was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church.
Gene Greer
Posted February 15, 2012
Gene Greer, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, February 08, 2012 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was a native of Ashe County, North Carolina, born on September 22, 1937, the son of the late Art and Holly Snyder Greer. In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Virgie Greer; two sisters: Arzella Johnson and Ancil Mahala; three brothers: Ray Greer, J.D. Greer and Dean Greer, who was Gene’s twin brother. Gene loved to play cards, especially Rook. He was a member of Liberty Christian Church.
Geter Paul Jennings
Posted February 15, 2012
Geter Paul Jennings, Sr., 79 yrs, of Port Deposit, Maryland, and formerly of Mountain City, TN, died peacefully at his residence on Friday, January 20, 2012. Born June 24, 1932, in Butler, TN, he was the son of the late Clyde and Maybelle Cornette Jennings.
Howard “Hoover” Phipps
Posted February 15, 2012
Howard “Hoover” Phipps, age 82, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at his residence. He was born on September 12, 1929 in Trade to the late Elza and Hazel Wilson Phipps. Hoover was a United States Army Veteran and served in Korea. He worked in the Johnson County School System at the Trade school and was also a farmer. Hoover was a 50-year Mason and a member of Evergreen Baptist Church.
MAGDALENE GRACE ROARK
Posted February 15, 2012
Magdalene Grace Roark, age 72, of 825 North Church Street, Mountain City, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 in the Franklin Woods Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Clara Davenport Lewis. She was a member of South Side Freewill Baptist Church. Magdalene loved flower gardening, reading, watching and feeding hummingbirds. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Roark, in 2000.
Margaret Elaine Humphrey Bruner (FiFi)
Posted February 15, 2012
Margaret Elaine Humphrey Bruner (FiFi), age 63 of Lenoir, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at the Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care. She was born November 7, 1948 in Washington County, TN to the late Joseph W. and Lonie Huffman Humphrey. She was also the adopted daughter of the late Julius and Kathleen Humphrey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dolas Eugene Bruner; a son, Howard Scott Bruner and her sister and brother-in-law, Mary and James H. Powell.
Marie Louise Goodrich
Posted February 15, 2012
Marie Louise Goodrich, age 104, passed away at her home in Mountain City, Tennessee on Thursday, February 9, 2012. She was born in St. Ansgar, Iowa on January 29, 1908 to Norwegian parents, Carl Gustav and Inga Gunderson.
Millard Garr ‘M.G.’ Hodge
Posted February 15, 2012
Millard Garr ‘M.G.’ Hodge, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2012 at the James H. Quillen VA Nursing Home. He was born on October 4, 1915 to the late Abraham Lincoln ‘Link’ Hodge and Clara Snyder Hodge. In addition to his parents, Garr was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita Price; sisters: Faye Hodge, Venia Hodge and Pauline Morris; brothers: Sam Hodge and Lester Hodge.
Smith Johile Adams
Posted February 15, 2012
The sun is in the western sky and it’s setting fast.” These words were spoken by Smith Adams, just weeks before he went home on Sunday afternoon, February 12, 2012. Nothing ever seemed to take him by surprise, not even death. He is healed now of years of infirmities that ravaged his body but couldn’t touch his spirit.
BILLIE JEAN HAYWORTH
Posted February 8, 2012
Billie Jean Hayworth, age 23, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 along with her fiancé, Billy Clay Payne. She was born on March 19, 1988 to the late Carl Dean Hayworth and Martha Pierce Hayworth. In addition to her father, Billie was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Dale and Ruth Pierce and paternal grandparents, Offie and Zonna Hayworth Sr.
BILLY CLAY PAYNE
Posted February 8, 2012
Billy Clay Payne, age 36, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 along with his fiancé Billie Jean Hayworth. He was born on July 10, 1975 in Boone, North Carolina to Billy Ray Payne and Beverly Dugger Garland. Billy was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Paul and Mae Dugger and paternal grandfather, Clay Payne.
BOBBY L. SMITH
Posted February 8, 2012
Bobby Lyn Smith, age 45, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2012 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.
LESTER B. HICKS
Posted February 8, 2012
Lester B. Hicks, age 81, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 6, 2012 at Mountain City Care Center following an extended illness. He was born on March 22, 1930 in Johnson County to the late Bill Hicks and Sarah Eva Davis Hicks. In addition to his parents, Lester was preceded in death by four sisters, Hazel Adams, Rose Stamper, Bessie Swaney and Winnie Harper; five brothers, Wayne Hicks, Fred Hicks, Frank Hicks, Herb Hicks and J.T. Hicks.
LESTER HUGHES ROTEN
Posted February 8, 2012
Lester H. Roten, age 94, of 186 Fairview Avenue, Mountain City, TN passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at the Veteran Administration Medical Center, Mountain Home, TN. Mr. Roten was born March 4, 1917 in Creston, NC to the late Roy Roten and Jeston Stanley Roten. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cora Roark Roten, and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Roten was a retired carpenter and brick mason. He was a United States Army veteran having served in World War II.
STEVEN WAYNE TESTER
Posted February 8, 2012
Steven Wayne Tester, age 46, of Mt. Carmel, Tennessee and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. He was born on August 23, 1965 to Frank Tester and Barbara Thompson Dunn. Steven was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hunter and Vista Thompson and Lon and Ora Tester and a half-brother, Matthew Wesley Dunn. He was employed at Jacobs Field Services as a welder and pipe fitter.
CAROLYN E. MAIDEN
Posted February 1, 2012
Mrs. Carolyn E. Maiden, age 73, Jonesborough, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at her residence after a year long brave battle with cancer. Mrs. Maiden was born August 31, 1938 in Mountain City, TN. She was a daughter of the late Eugene and Mae Brookshire. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Maiden was also preceded in death by a sister, Pansy Greenwell; and three brothers, Joe Brookshire, Dayton Brookshire and Kenneth Brookshire.
JUDY NAVE SNYDER
Posted February 1, 2012
Judy Nave Snyder, age 84, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2012 at the Watauga Medical Center. She was born on June 12, 1927 to the late Edward and Margaret ‘Maggie’ Arnold Nave. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by two sisters, Adlee Lane and Ella Mae Goodwin; and two brothers, Earl Nave and Shelton Nave.
RANDY L. CAMPBELL
Posted February 1, 2012
After a year long courageous battle with cancer, Randy Lee Campbell, age 58, of l67 Forest Wood Lane, Mountain City, TN passed away Sunday afternoon, January 29, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. Randy was a member of Shady Valley Baptist Church. He was a master carpenter and he also loved hunting and fishing. He was a son of Ardna Campbell and the late W. Dale Campbell.
VERA STOUT JORDAN
Posted February 1, 2012
Vera Stout Jordan, age 86, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 28, 2012 in the Mountain City Care Center were she was a resident for 17 years. Vera was born March 12, 1925 in the Pandora Community of Johnson County. She was the daughter of the late J. Blaine Stout and Etoila Bell Hicks Stout and stepmother Ruth Jones. She graduated from Steed Business College and worked for Mountain Electric Co-op until the birth of her four sons. She devoted her life to raising them. She grew up in Pandora and was saved at a young age and attended Bethel Baptist Church. She and her family moved their membership to First Baptist Church in Mountain City in 1967.
AUDREY HOPE MOREFIELD
Posted January 25, 2012
Baby Audrey Hope Morefield, infant daughter of Jessica Cornett and Brian Morefield, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 21, 2012 in Johnson City Medical Center.
CAROLYN SUE FIORELLA
Posted January 25, 2012
Carolyn Sue Fiorella, age 72, of 327 Houser Lane, Mountain City, TN passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012 in the Mountain City Care Center following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Ray Webb and Florence Wallace Webb. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Pearl Wallace; and a sister, Betty Jean Lenart. Her hobbies were dancing, shopping, watching movies and she loved her family and her pets.
DELMER RAY ELLER
Posted January 25, 2012
Delmer Ray Eller, age 66, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. He was born on December 16, 1945 to the late Edward ‘Bell’ Eller and Nell Icenhour Eller. In addition to his parents, Delmer was preceded in death by a sister, Oma Norris and a niece, Brenda Amburgey. Delmer loved to fish. He was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. He is survived by two sons, David Ray Eller and wife Cassy of Zionville, NC and Allen Ray Lewis of West Jefferson, NC; sisters and brothers-in-law, Myrtle and John Brown and Mary Ann and Shot Dickens; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jack and June Eller and Bob and Jo Ann Eller, all of Mountain City, TN; grandchildren, Chloe Eller, Callie Eller, Natalie Lewis and Clayton Hartzog; Delmer’s dog, who was his best friend and companion, Monk; special friend, Mary Lewis; many more special friends and many nieces and nephews.
HELEN RUTH HAWKINS
Posted January 25, 2012
Helen Ruth Hawkins, age 84, of Mountain City passed away Sunday, January 22, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Grady and Pauline Eisenhower. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Ralph Brooks, and her brother, George Eisenhower. Survivors include her husband, Joseph W. Hawkins; children, Jeannie Brooks Countiss of Mountain City, TN, Joy Brooks Crane and husband Steve of Blountville, TN, Jeffrey Brad Tester of Knoxville; step son, Jody Hawkins and wife Diane; four sisters, Mary, Betty, Sue and Becki; one brother, John; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
IRA CURD
Posted January 25, 2012
Ms. Ira Bell (Arrie) Curd, age 102, of 140 Butler Lane, Mountain City, TN passed away Saturday, January 21, 2012 in Sycamore Shoals Hospital in Elizabethton, TN after a brief illness. She was born in Johnson County on April 27, 1909 to the late William and Donie Howard Dunn. She was a member of First Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepmother Maude Dunn; her husband Alfred Curd; infant son Blaine Curd; three sons, Harold Curd, Clay Curd and Lynn Curd; daughters, Doris Pleasant and Adwina Arnold; two daughters-in-law, Betty Curd and Grace Curd; two grandsons, Jimmy Curd and infant Bobby Joe Payne; great grandson, Travis Curd; two brothers, Ferd Dunn and Clint Dunn; five sisters, Ella Parsons, Ruby Dowell, Mamie Forrester, Verna Dunn and Vertie Dunn.
JADY CHRISTIAN STANTON
Posted January 25, 2012
Jady Christian Stanton, age 73, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 20, 2012 at his residence. He was born on August 27, 1938 to the late Conley Houston Stanton and Mae Barlow Stanton. In addition to his parents, Jady was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Ruth Stanton, who passed away February 1977; sisters, Alice Stanton, Orda Metcalfe, Edna Payne, Sarah Keller and Mary Stanton; and brothers, Joe Stanton, Junior Stanton, Charlie Stanton, Harold Stanton, Carl Casper Stanton and John David Stanton.
RANDY C. PRICE
Posted January 25, 2012
Randy C. Price, age 49, of Chicago, IL and formerly of Mountain City, TN passed away January 14, 2012 in Chicago. He was a son of the late Algie and Sarah Sue Price. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jeff and Stevie Price; and his special friend, Sam Newman. Randy loved animals. Survivors include three daughters, Crystal Rowe of Chicago, IL; Rebecca Price of Fort Campbell, KY and Amber Price of Murfreesboro, TN; one son, Randy A. Price of Murfreesboro, TN: the mother of his children, Melissa Miner of Murfreesboro, TN; and one nephew, Algie Price of Kingsport, TN.
RICHARD ‘RICK’ BAILEY
Posted January 25, 2012
Richard ‘Rick’ Bailey, age 65, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2012 at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. He was born on November 21, 1946 to the late Truman and Ruth Vida Elkins Bailey. In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by one brother, Jesse Dennis Bailey; a niece, Tracie Bailey and a nephew, Timmy Wayne Bailey.
RONALD A. MITCHELL
Posted January 25, 2012
Ronald A. Mitchell, age 75, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2012 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on February 21, 1936 to Robert A. Mitchell and Anna Galeone Mitchell. Survivors include his wife, Mary Helen Mitchell of Mountain City; two daughters, Jane C. Mnich, and husband John of Freehold, NJ, and Linda Quick of Edison NJ; four sons, William H. Cook of Waynesboro, VA, Robert A. Mitchell of St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, Rondal Cook of Elizabethton, and Charles Joseph Cook of Mountain City; four sisters, Roberta Mitchell Gerold of King’s Park, Long Island, NY, Sandra Mitchell of Philadelphia, PA, Adrianne Mitchell of Philadelphia, PA, and Joan Mitchell Vannoy of Chula Vista, CA; one brother, Roy Mitchell of Dallas, TX; and eleven grandchildren also survive.
STACY BALLARD MILLER
Posted January 25, 2012
Our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Stacy Ballard Miller, age 73, of Trade, Tennessee, left us to join his mother, father, sisters and brothers in Heaven and to be forever in the presence of Jesus Christ, His Savior on January 18, 2012. He was born on June 11, 1938 to the late Charles and Lettie Canter Miller. In addition to his parents, Stacy was preceded in death by sisters, Charlotte Dunn, Dollie South and Evelyn Dowell; and brothers, Charles Miller Jr. and Ronnie Miller.
ALTA S. LEWIS
Posted January 18, 2012
Alta S. Lewis, 88 of Harriman, formerly of Mountain City, TN passed away Wednesday morning, January 11, 2012. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Daniel H. Lewis, her parents James and Valentine Schmittou and her only sister, Jeraldine Allen. She is survived by her children Kathleen (Dr. Joe McKinney) of Chesapeake, VA and children Anna (Gary Spear) and their children Grace, Evan, Nate and Joy; Daniel (Dr. Julie Smith) McKinney; Christopher (Mel Schreiner) McKinney and son Devon; Dannise (Roger) McKinney of Harriman and son Roger II; Danny (Dr. Glenda Stout) Lewis of Elgin, IL and children Claire and Patrick; and Leslie (Rev. Gale Hartley) of Jamestown and children Tim, Asa and Dr. Aaron (Kristin Brown) Hartley.
LEE FOREST SLUDER
Posted January 18, 2012
Lee Forest Sluder, age 97, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital.
MARY LOU MAY
Posted January 18, 2012
Mary Lou May, age 87, of 370 Fred May Road, Trade, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the Mountain City Care and Rehab Center.
RUSSELL HAROLD POWELL JR. (RUSH)
Posted January 18, 2012
Russell Harold Powell Jr. (Rush), age 48, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2012. He was born on February 18, 1963 to Russell H. Powell Sr. of Ohio and the late Sherian Rudish Mullins.
ARVILLE TRUMAN DUGGER
Posted January 11, 2012
Arville Truman Dugger age 66 of Painesville, OH for the past year, formerly of Mentor, died Sunday January 1, 2012 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord. He was born December 13, 1945 in Mountain City, TN.
EDWARD E. LOYD
Posted January 11, 2012
Edward E. Loyd, age 92, of 6670 Hwy 67 West, Mountain City, TN passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012 in Mountain City Care Center. He was the son of Eugene Loyd and Florence Shoun Loyd. Mr. Loyd was a member of Doe Valley United Methodist Church. He loved Tennessee Vols football, was an avid horseshoe player, he was a county magistrate for 12 years and a dairyman for 45 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Alta Loyd Wilson and Fred Wilson.
FRANK GRAYSON
Posted January 11, 2012
Frank Grayson, age 81, of 421 N. Church Street, Mountain City, TN passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012 at his residence. He was the son of the late J. L. Grayson and Bess Payne Grayson. Mr. Grayson was a member of First United Methodist Church and a United States Army veteran having served in Korea. He loved old time music, was a master fiddler and a master craftsman. Over the years he played with various well known musicians including Doc Watson and Tom Ashley and his Tennessee Merry Makers. Frank is listed in the music archives at East Tennessee State University and Appalachian State University. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Grayson Greer; a half-sister, Ruby Grayson Butler; and a half-brother, Stacy Grayson.
JAMES DELMAR MULLINS
Posted January 11, 2012
James Delmar Mullins, age 76, of 524 North Church Street, Mountain City, TN passed away Sunday January 8, 2012 in the Bristol Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. He was a native of Johnson County, a son of the late Robert and Lura Frances Potter Mullins. Mr. Mullins was a U S Army veteran and retired from the University of California as a maintenance foreman. He enjoyed woodworking and was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, his wife, Willa Whitlock Mullins and two brothers, Robert Mullins Jr. and Boyd G. Mullins, preceded him in death.
JOSEPH BRUCE DONNELLY
Posted January 11, 2012
Joseph Bruce Donnelly, age 79, of Zionville, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. He was born on October 28, 1932 to the late Bruce Charles Donnelly and Torrence Wilson Donnelly. In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his sisters, Virginia Lewis and Grace Wilson and a brother, Raymond Donnelly.
LOUISE SHULL
Posted January 11, 2012
Louise M. Shull, age 92, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2012. She was a tall woman among women. Louise will long be remembered for her gentle ways and strength of character. She had a gracious manner and she always knew the correct things to do and say at all times. She was the daughter of the late Thomas S. McQueen and Ruth Wills McQueen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Earl Shull, and two brothers, Barton and Norman McQueen; and a son-in-law, Junior Brown. She loved quilting, reading, canning, gardening, flowers, cooking and had cooked for everybody in the community. Louise was a former teacher at Oak Grove Elementary, a member of Neva Ruritan and Neva PTA. She gave land to Neva Volunteer Fire Department, Pleasant View Christian Church and to Mountain City Dog Pound. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church where she was a GA leader, youth teacher, VBS teacher and on the historical committee.
MARGARET JOHNSON GLENN
Posted January 11, 2012
Mrs. Margaret Johnson Glenn, age 74, of 1564 Joe Shoemaker Road, Vilas, died Tuesday morning, January 3, 2012, at her home.
MARY ELLEN EGGERS WIDENER
Posted January 11, 2012
Mary Ellen Eggers Widener, age 95, of Damascus, VA. (Taylors Valley Community) passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at the residence of her son, Walter J. Widener, after an extended illness. A native of Johnson County, she was a daughter of the late Walter B. and Lillie Stalcup Eggers. She was a graduate of Gastonia High School, Gastonia, NC. Mrs. Widener had operated Widener's Grocery in Taylors Valley for a number of years. She was the oldest member of the Taylors Valley Christian Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Clarence B. Widener and a granddaughter, Amy Rice.
OPAL LEE DUNN
Posted January 11, 2012
Opal Lee Dunn, age 87, of Lakeland, Florida, formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012. She was a daughter of the late William Webster Morefield and Margaret Catherine Furches Morefield. Ms. Dunn was a member of Vaught’s Gap Baptist Church and her hobbies included sewing, quilting and needlework. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley J. Dunn; son, Willie B. Dunn; grandson, Michael Dunn; sisters, Naomi Wallace, Anna Mae Hackney and Helen Morefield and brothers, Carroll Morefield, Jasper Morefield and Charles Morefield.
PINKNEY A. MAIN
Posted January 11, 2012
Baby Pinkney Arlene Dawn Main, infant daughter of Jeffery Earl “Skip” and Lilly M. Rhymer Main, of 265 Pleasant Valley Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012 in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Elizabethton, Tennessee.
BOYD MAX DOWELL
Posted January 4, 2012
Boyd Max Dowell passed away at home on December 13, 2011. He was born July 31, 1934 in Shouns, Tennessee to George Harrison Dowell and Verda Stewart Dowell - the last of their four children. The tragedy of his mother's death five months after his birth meant that Max's Aunt Mary Stewart McEwen and her husband Sam McEwen aka Poppy “reared” him in the new town of Butler, about 10 miles from where his dad resided. The McEwens had a strong penchant for education, and under their roof, Max began a distinguished career as a scholar. It always impressed his children greatly that he skipped the second grade! By the time he got to Johnson County High School, he was on his way to becoming senior class president and valedictorian. He also led his senior class in raising enough money to send several members on a trip to Washington, D.C.
CHARLES THOMAS GOOD
Posted January 4, 2012
Charles Thomas Good, age 73, of Rich Hollar Road, Lenoir, died Monday, December 26, 2011 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital. He was born May 2, 1938 in Johnson County, Tennessee to the late William R. and Maude Mae White Good. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters; and three brothers.
DORCY CANNON PROFFITT
Posted January 4, 2012
Dorcy Cannon Proffitt, age 81, of 187 H Proffitt Lane, Butler, TN passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2011 at the Pine Ridge Nursing Home, Elizabethton, TN. He was born on November 4th 1930 in Dante, Va. to late Louie Harrison Proffitt and was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Proffitt. His hobbies included a rock collection and his animals and spending time with his grandchildren.
GEORGE W. MINK
Posted January 4, 2012
George Washington Mink, 90, of Kingman Ave., claimed the promise of the Resurrection December 7, 2011, in Suffolk, Virginia. A native of Mountain City, Tennessee, he was the son of the late William Issac and Ninnie Bell McCulloch Mink. He had attended Carson-Newman College and was the last principal of the Watauga Academy in Butler, Tennessee. He retired from General Electric and later from Maryview Hospital.
MARTHA ANN MILLER WOOD
Posted January 4, 2012
Ann, age 88, was received in the arms of Jesus December 31, 2011. Ann was born July 30, 1923 to the late Floyd and Lottie Miller in Shulls Mills, North Carolina. Ann married Samuel “Edd” Wood December 27, 1947. They lived their lives in Mountain City, Tennessee and have resided in Bristol, Tennessee since 2007. Ann retired after many years as a bookkeeper for Ramsey Variety Stores. She was a member of Mountain City Presbyterian Church.
THELMA ELIZABETH ROBERTS
Posted January 4, 2012
Thelma Elizabeth Roberts, age 74, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday January 1, 2012 following a prolonged illness. She was born on March 6, 1937 to the late Walter James Gentry and Lura V. Widener Gentry. In addition to her parents, Thelma was preceded in death by her first husband, Estel Bert Widener; her second husband, Edgar H. ‘Eddie’ Roberts; son-in-law, Doug Icenhour; brother-in-law, Albert Wood; and a grandson, Michael Dean Eskridge.
WADE MCQUEEN
Posted January 4, 2012
Wade McQueen, age 62, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at the VA Medical Center Nursing Home. He was born August 18, 1949 in Johnson County to the late Joe McQueen and Opal Lowe McQueen. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Leah McQueen, who passed away on April 5, 2010.
WILLIAM BARTON ‘BART’ FRITTS
Posted January 4, 2012
William Barton ‘Bart’ Fritts, age 76, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Johnson County Community Hospital. He was born on June 14, 1935 to the late Oscar and Nell Wagner Fritts. In addition to his parents, Bart was preceded in death by his first wife, Teresa Fritts, and a brother, Glenn Fritts.
CHARLIE RUSSELL DANCY
Posted December 28, 2011
Mr. Charlie Dancy, age 64, of 154 Charlie Dancy Road, Zionville, died, Sunday, December 25th, at his home. Mr. Dancy was born February 5, 1947 in Watauga County, a son of the late Conard and Edna Isaacs Dancy. He was a retired employee of Vermont American in Boone, and a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
EILEEN MILAM RAMSEY
Posted December 28, 2011
Eileen Milam Ramsey, age 94, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011 following a lengthy illness. She was born on December 12, 1917 to the late Roby Anderson Milam and Olie May Milam. In addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her husband, W.V. ‘Pete’ Ramsey; sisters, Cleo Crosswhite, Thelma Mauk, Blanche Hicks and Dorothy Blue and a brother, Tom Milam.
FRED M. ‘KIM’ GREER, JR.
Posted December 28, 2011
Fred M. ‘Kim’ Greer, Jr., age 48, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2011. He was born on December 20, 1962 to Dorothy Wallace Woodby and the late Fred M. Greer. In addition to his father, Kim, was preceded in death by a brother, Rick Greer.
PAULINE SMITH COFFEY
Posted December 28, 2011
Pauline Smith Coffey, Butler, passed away at the age of 102 at the Glenbridge Rest Home in Boone, NC on December 23, 2011.
RETHA BELLE LEE
Posted December 28, 2011
August 19, 1935 – December 22, 2011
ROBERT HOWARD “BOBBY” LIPPS
Posted December 28, 2011
Robert Howard “Bobby” Lipps, 61, Elizabethton passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 25, 2011 in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Carter County, he was a son of the late Howard Herbert and Romella Roberts Lipps. He had lived most of his life in Carter County. He was a 1969 graduate of Elizabethton High School and attended East Tennessee State University. He was employed by TPI Inc., Gray for 40 years. Bobby enjoyed watching UT Football and Cubs Baseball, spending time with family, grandchildren and friends at work. He attended Keenburg Free Will Baptist Church.
SALLY LORETTA ROARK
Posted December 28, 2011
Sally Loretta Roark, age 72, of Trade, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 22, 2011. She was born on October 3, 1939 to the late Roby and Mae Stringer Norris. In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Quintton Roark, who passed away in 2005; daughter, Debbie Roark Hicks; a grandson, Shannon Roark and several brothers and sisters.
WAYNE LOWE
Posted December 28, 2011
Wayne Lowe, age 87, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at his residence. He was born on December 18, 1924 to the late Noah and Lura Lowe. In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Becky Rogers.
BONNIE CORNETT SHAW
Posted December 21, 2011
Mrs. Bonnie Cornett Shaw, age 101, of 211 Milton Brown Heirs Road, Boone, died Thursday afternoon, December 15, 2011, at Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Boone.
GLADYS JUSTICE HANSEN
Posted December 21, 2011
Gladys Justice Hansen, age 68, of Flat Rock, NC went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 18, 2011 at her home.
JENETTE LAMBERT BARKER
Posted December 21, 2011
Jenette Lambert Barker, 84, Mountain City, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2011 at her residence following an extended illness. A native of Bay County, Florida she was a daughter of the late Enoch and Della Pitts Lambert. She had lived in Mountain City for the past 25 years. Mrs. Barker was a member of the Mountain City Seventh Day Adventist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Barker, May 10, 2011.
PAUL S. GOBBLE JR.
Posted December 21, 2011
Paul Samuel Gobble Jr., age 84, of 1144 Circle Drive, Mountain City, TN passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Gobble was born on October 19, 1927 and was the son of Paul S. Gobble Sr. and Grace Goodman Gobble of Bristol, VA. He attended Virginia High and continued on to King College and Virginia Tech. Upon entering World War II he served in the United States Marine Corp in Iwo-Jima and Guam. After leaving the service he completed his B.S. degree in Business Administration at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. From there he moved to Baltimore, Maryland and worked for Martin Marietta.
AUNT MAE GENTRY SAMMONS
Posted December 14, 2011
Aunt Mae Gentry Sammons, age 102, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 06, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. A native of Johnson County, Tennessee, Aunt Mae was born on November 16, 1909 to the late Frank and Mary M. (Parker) Riddle. Aunt Mae was a member of Liberty Christian Church and Liberty Ladies Aide. In addition to her parents, Aunt Mae was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Stacy Gentry and her second husband, Wiley Ray Sammons; two daughters, Patty Jeanette Gentry and Mary Lee Gentry; five sisters, Mary Currell, Constance Robinson, Hassie Oliver, Blanch Sammons, Pearl Osborne; three brothers, Oscar Riddle, Fred Riddle and Burl Riddle.
BUDDY L. ‘BUD’ SNOW
Posted December 14, 2011
Buddy L. ‘Bud’ Snow, age 80, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2011 at the Life Care Center of Gray. He was born to the late Lee Willard Snow and Lorene Louise Pottinger on March 25, 1931, in Springfield, MO. After graduating from Central High School in Springfield, Bud enlisted into the Marine Corp in 1946, where he was a cook. Bud was honorably discharged in 1950. After the Marine Corp, he met his first wife, Virginia May Esterly. They were married in 1953. They moved to West Covina, CA where their son Gregory Lee was born in 1957 and their daughter Linda Louise was born in 1959. The family moved to Sarcoxie, MO in 1962.
FRANCES ADLEE WALKER ROBINSON
Posted December 14, 2011
Frances Adlee Walker Robinson, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on February 16, 1915 in Neva, Tennessee, daughter of the late William Roby and Sally Stout Walker. In addition to her parents, Adlee was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Robinson and several brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.
JACKIE PAUL WOLFE
Posted December 14, 2011
Jackie Paul Wolfe, age 71, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Monday evening, December 12, 2011 at 8:15 p.m at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on December 28, 1939 to the late Mary Wolfe.
OLGA O’NEAL ENGLAND
Posted December 14, 2011
Olga O’Neal England, age 96, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at the Watauga Medical Center. She was born on March 16, 1915 to the late Eli and Zora Alice Payne Taylor. In addition to her parents, Olga was preceded in death by her husband, Golden Theodore England; daughters, Sylvia Bailey and Elizabeth Salmons; a son, Howard England; sisters, Hope Humphrey, Savannah Taylor, Valentine Taylor and Mary Jane Taylor; brothers, Bradley Taylor, Eli Taylor, Bruce Taylor, Steve Taylor and Brooke Taylor and grandson, Brocton Smith.
SHELBY JEAN GORSLINE
Posted December 14, 2011
Shelby Jean Gorsline, age 69, of 646 Dry Branch Road, Laurel Bloomery, TN passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2011 in Gray, TN. She was a daughter of the late Ashley Miller and Lottie Ward Miller. She was a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church and she loved her grandkids, puzzles and reading. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Connie Johnson, and one sister, ”Cookie” Hodge.
VIOLET MANUEL MILLER
Posted December 14, 2011
Ms. Violet Manuel Miller, age 77, of 8527 Hwy 421 N, Shady Valley, TN passed away Monday, November 28, 2011 in Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, VA. She was a daughter of the late Coy W. and Margaret Henderson Manuel. Violet loved going to church, cooking and especially loved watching the Tennessee Vols and Titans. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis M. Blevins. She is survived by her husband, Howard C. Miller, of the home; one daughter: Robin Fletcher of Shady Valley; two sons, Walter Scott “Scotty” Gentry and Carroll Maurice Miller, both of the home; one sister, Vivian Manuel Martin; and one brother, Harold Paul Manuel and wife Sue, all of Sutherland, TN; two granddaughters, Dawn Tester and husband Jeff and Karen Fletcher, both of Mountain City, TN; one great-granddaughter, Cailie Tester; and four great-grandsons, Jacob Fletcher, Nick Fletcher, Blake Tester and Andrew Taylor. Several nieces, nephews, and special friends, Dora Cable and John Grindstaff also survive.
LUTHER ‘L.J.’ WHALEY
Posted December 7, 2011
Luther ‘L.J.’ Whaley, age 74, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at the Johnson County Community Hospital. He was born on December 18, 1936, the son of the late Ruby Whaley. He retired from the Tennessee DOT. L.J. loved being outdoors, especially fishing and working in his vegetable garden. More than anything though, he loved spending time with his family and friends. L.J. attended Elk Mills Baptist Church.
ANITA KAY CAMPBELL
Posted December 7, 2011
Anita Kay Campbell, age 62, of Granite Falls, NC and formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011 in Frye Medical Center, Hickory, NC after an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late Ira Ross Gentry and Carrie Veda Rupard Gentry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Dean Campbell.
EDD BROWN
Posted December 7, 2011
Edd Brown, age 69, of 1189 Modock Road, Trade, TN passed away Sunday, December 4, 2011 in the Johnson County Community Hospital. He was a son of the late General Brown and Dovie Penell Brown. Mr. Brown was a member of Zionsville Baptist Church and he loved Christian music. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, General Clay Brown, Wesley Brown, Earl Brown and Raleigh Brown; one sister, Julia Mae Hodge and a brother-in-law, Ray Brown.
MABEL TUCKER MILLER
Posted December 7, 2011
Mrs. Mabel Tucker Miller, age 71, of West Jefferson, died Thursday morning, December 1, 2011 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 3:00pm at Boone Family Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Manley officiating. Burial followed in the Bethany Community Cemetery. The family received friends from 1:30-3:00pm on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at Boone Family Funeral Home.
MILDRED B. (GRANNY) CHAFIN
Posted December 7, 2011
Mildred B. (Granny) Chafin, age 79, of Hwy 71, Lebanon, VA, passed away November 29, 2011 at the Russell County Medical Center with her family by her side.
ROBERT DONNELLY
Posted December 7, 2011
Donnelly, Robert “Bob” W., age 72, of Chattanooga, TN, son of the late Ivan and Maxie Hawkins Donnelly and grandson of the late W. W. and Cora Hawkins of Mountain City, TN, passed away suddenly at his home, Wednesday, November 9, 2011. He is survived by his loving family and friends, Margaret and Floyd Hampton, Della Donnelly Larson and Wilma Donnelly Evey, all of Maryville, TN; Charles Douglas, Becky Smith and Jo Ann Cothran of Chattanooga, TN; loving nieces and nephews, H. E. Guigou, Jr., Vickie Hampton Pillow, Micol Guigou, Sherri Evey Kenny, Kristi Evey Satterfield and Christina Larson of Maryville/Knoxville, TN.
DAVID R. BRANCH
Posted November 30, 2011
Mr. David R. Branch, age 59, of 1703 Campbell Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Monday, November 21, 2011 in Johnson City Medical Center. He was the son of Hazel Branch and the late William Branch. David was a member of JCHS Class of 1970. He loved fishing, gardening and working at Maymead and attended Bethel Baptist Church. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Wayne Branch, Franklin Dean Elliot and Bobbi Bill Elliot.
FRANCES WILSON HUTTO
Posted November 30, 2011
Frances Wilson Hutto, age 65, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on February 8, 1946 to the late George Francis Hall and Barbara Rose Springer Hall. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by two sons, Douglas Wayne Hutto and Michael Edwin Hutto and one sister, Doris ‘Dolly’ Morefield. Frances was a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary Post 61, where she was the chairman of the Poppy Committee. She was an honorary member of the Johnson County Honor Guard. Frances was a member of the Stateline Baptist Church, where she served as the WMU President and sang in the church choir.
IDA SIMCOX BROWN
Posted November 30, 2011
Ida Simcox Brown, age 98, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. She was born in Shouns, Tennessee on June 30, 1913, the daughter of the late Tilman Emerson and Cora Payne Simcox. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Brown; an infant son; three brothers, Roscoe, Dana, and Selmer Simcox and two sisters, Dessie Taylor and Lora Hammons. Ida was formerly employed by the Johnson County School System as a cook for Shouns Elementary School for a number of years and was an avid gardener.
JAMES R. BUTLER, JR.
Posted November 30, 2011
James R. Butler, Jr. of Mountain City, Tennessee and Boone, North Carolina died Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee. He had been in declining health for several months. The eldest son of the late Dr. James Roderick Butler and Pearl McChesney Butler, he was born in Mountain City, Tennessee on December 3, 1920. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John L. Butler, and a sister, Katherine Butler.
MARTIN D. FORRESTER
Posted November 30, 2011
Martin D. Forrester, age 56, 2443 Rosedale Drive, Lenoir, NC passed away in Monday, November 28, 2011. Mr. Forrester was a member of the JCHS Class of 1973. He was preceded in death by his father, Dallas Forrester. He was an auto repairman.
MAXINE W. ICENHOUR
Posted November 30, 2011
Maxine W. Icenhour, age 75, of 2053 Berry Branch Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Friday, November 25, 2011 in Watauga Medical Center in Boone, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late William Taft Wilcox and Elizabeth Warren Wilcox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Cornett; brothers, Ed Wilcox and John Wilcox; and sister, Mary Lee Icenhour.
PAMELA MARY MOSES
Posted November 30, 2011
With heavy hearts and great sadness the family announces her sudden passing on Nov. 20, 2011. Her joyful heart is survived by her loving husband, Jerry, and their wonderful children, Ben and Aly, who both now reside in B.C.; her cherished mother, Judy Nickleson; and loving sister, Cheryl Kirby and husband Tom; and dear sister-in-law, Pat Moses; best aunt ever to David and Claire Moses, Tyler and Ashley Kirby, and Katelynne Knight. She will also be greatly missed by her many “adopted kids.” Preceded on her journey by her loving father, Charles (Bud) Nickleson, Papa and Mama Moses and brother-in-law, Eddie Moses.
SHARLENE McQUEEN WRIGHT
Posted November 30, 2011
Sharlene McQueen Wright, age 73 of Bristol, TN went to be with the Lord Thursday Nov. 24, 2011 at Wellmont Hospice House. Sharlene was born May 20, 1938 in Shady Valley, TN, a daughter of the late Walter and Alva Kress McQueen. She was a 1957 graduate of Johnson County High School, retired employee of Mountain Lakes Community Federal Credit Union, a member of Volunteer Baptist Church and attended Sacred Cross Assembly of God every Sunday night. She was the widow of Boyd Wright.
AGNES M. NEMETH
Posted November 22, 2011
Agnes M. Nemeth, age 89, of 2973 Deer Run Rd., Mountain City, TN passed away at the Johnson City Medical center on Saturday, November 19, 2011. She was born April 5, 1922 to the late Robert Laws and Priscilla Neatherly Laws. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew C. Nemeth and a son, Robert. She was a member of the Central Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading.
BARBARA ‘DOROTHY’ BATON SEDGWICK
Posted November 22, 2011
Barbara ‘Dorothy’ Baton Sedgwick, age 66, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at her residence. She had been battling cancer and other health complications. Barbara lived a life full of love and laughter and leaves many memories here on earth and took many memories with her to heaven. Barbara was born on May 5, 1945, the daughter of the late Joseph Donald Baton and Ella Mae Baton. She leaves behind four children, Regina Roark and husband Dennis of Mountain City, TN; Tonnie Minks and fiancé Claude Snyder of Trade, TN, Cary Johnson of Mountain City, TN and Joseph Sedgwick of Memphis, TN; brothers and sisters, John Thomas and wife Shirley, Tommy Baton, all of NC, Edward Baton of TX, Mollie Czar and husband Ron of CA, Wilmetta Johnson and husband Lane of NC and Mona Lisa Payne of Mountain City, TN; several grandchildren; great grandchildren; one special great-granddaughter, Emilynn Paige Sedgwick and special friends, Susie Deiters, Peggy Ann Vance and Randy Blevins.
LOIS GENE BLANKENBECKLER WILSON
Posted November 22, 2011
Mrs. Lois Gene Blankenbeckler Wilson, 90, of Bluff City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord and loved ones on Sunday, November 20, 2011.
NORMA J. NEWTON
Posted November 22, 2011
Norma J. Newton, of Bluff City, TN passed away on November 17, 2011 at her residence. She was born July 4, 1946 in Mountain City, TN, a daughter of the late Windem and Lena Campbell Arnold, and has lived most of her life in the Bristol area. Norma was a former employee of Mitchell-Powers, and part owner of the Parkway Conoco Food Mart. She was a member of Fellowship Chapel.
BILL SHORE
Posted November 16, 2011
Bill Shore, age 83, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on November 11, 1927 to the late William Walter and Mamie Andrews Shore. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by five sisters and two brothers. He had retired from ET & WNC Freightlines and had also served two terms as Mountain City Alderman. Following his retirement, he was a volunteer shuttle bus driver at the VA of Mountain Home, TN.
CARROLL RAY DAVIS
Posted November 16, 2011
Carroll Ray Davis, age 88 of Talking Rock, GA passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at the Wildwood Health Care Center. Mr. Davis was born on February 23, 1923 in Wisconsin to Raymond Henry Davis and Nina Adeline Slater Davis. He dedicated his life to his family, his church, and to the Lord. He loved to take his family on summer long camping trips, and was a Pathfinder leader. He spent many years as a religious book salesman for his church. He moved to Butler, TN in 1974 and helped to build the Mountain City Seventh-Day Adventist Church where he was a charter member and head elder.
CATHERINE “KIM” TAYLOR WOODARD
Posted November 16, 2011
Catherine “Kim” Taylor Woodard, age 65 of Elizabethton, passed away unexpectedly at Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Saturday, November 12, 2011. A native of Cass, West Virginia, she was a daughter of Elva Turner, Painesville, OH, and the late Shurlin F. Lambert. She was a Pharmacy Technician at Sycamore Shoals Hospital and a member of New Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. She was also a graduate of Riverside High School, Painesville, OH. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Jerry H. “Mull” Taylor and a sister, Nellie Blizzard.
DOLPHUS D. REECE
Posted November 16, 2011
Dolphus D. Deral Reece, age 89, of Florida and formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away on Saturday November 5, 2011 at the Emerald Coast Health Center of Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He was born on March 15, 1922 to the late Arthur and Jane Main Reece. In addition to his parents, Dolphus was preceded in death by siblings, Luther Reece, Floy Reece, Lorettie Martin, Thelma Wallace, Ollie Robinson, Ethel Reece, Ella May Combs and Coy Reece. He was a World War II Veteran having served in the United States Army Air Corps as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Dolphus was a farmer all of his life, a top Chevrolet mechanic for 36 years and a Massey-Ferguson tractor mechanic. He was a member of Center View Christian Church.
JOHN R. PHILLIPS
Posted November 16, 2011
John R. Phillips, age 83, went to be with the Lord Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in the Cambridge House.
PAUL GRAY BROWN
Posted November 16, 2011
Mr. Paul Gray Brown, age 86, of US Hwy 421 North, Zionville, died Tuesday evening, November 8, 2011 at home. Born March 7, 1925 in Watauga County, he was a son of the late Dewitt and Bessie Moody Brown. Paul was a member and former Deacon at Cove Creek Baptist Church. He was the co-owner of Brown Brothers Construction and a real estate developer and a US Navy Veteran. Paul developed Roan Valley Golf Estates and the Shops on Shadowline. Mr. Brown was active in his community, serving on the Watauga County Board of Education, the Johnson County Hospital Board, as President of the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of the Johnson County Tourism Board, Board of Directors of Mountain StateS Health Alliance, Johnson County Industrial Board, and the Johnson County Planning Commission.
PAUL J. FLETCHER
Posted November 16, 2011
Paul J. Fletcher, age 81, of 1855 Little Dry Run Rd., Butler, Tennessee passed away on Friday, November 11, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center after a long illness. He was a farmer and plumber. Paul loved to help his friends and neighbors. He was a member of Midway Baptist Church of Butler. He was the son of the late Harry H. and Belva Ann Cardwell Fletcher. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Carroll, Charles and Walter Fletcher; two sisters, Mavis Rainbolt and Dorothy Potter.
RICK ARNOLD
Posted November 16, 2011
Rick Arnold, age 45, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 9, 2011. He was born on July 15, 1966 to Bertha Tester Wilcox and the late Jesse Arnold. In addition to his father, Rick was preceded in death by his stepfather, Taft Wilcox and four brothers. Rick enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition to his mother, Bertha Wilcox of Mountain City, TN, Rick is survived by daughter, Jessica Arnold; sons, Justin Arnold and Derick Arnold, all of Mountain City, TN; sisters, Rosy Prince of Mountain City, TN and Hazel Winters of West Grove, PA; several step brothers and sisters and several nieces and nephews.
ARCHIE HAMM
Posted November 9, 2011
Mr. Archie Lee Hamm, age 64, of Creston, passed away Sunday night, October 30, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 2:00pm at Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union with Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and Rev. Darrell Graybeal officiating. Burial will follow in the Hamm-Phillips Cemetery. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the funeral service. The family received friends from 6:00-8:00pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at Boone Family Funeral Home.
BILLY J. MORRISON
Posted November 9, 2011
Billy J Morrison, 73, passed away peacefully at his residence in Lake Wylie, SC on Monday, October 24, 2011 with his family and loving wife of 53 years by his side. Billy fought a courageous battle against cancer. His warm, kind, and gentle spirit will be treasured by family and friends.
BLANCHE “BEA” ELLEN MURRAY
Posted November 9, 2011
Blanche “Bea” Ellen Murray, age 81, of Greenfield, IN, passed away Nov. 3, 2011. She was a daughter of the late William and Margaret Bentley Stidham; she was born March 21, 1930 in Norton, VA and was a homemaker.
BOBBY DEAN RUPARD
Posted November 9, 2011
Mr. Bobby Dean Rupard of 1146 Waters Road Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 27, 2011.
CLARA LOUISE “NANIE” BONHAM
Posted November 9, 2011
Clara Louise “Nanie” Bonham, age 86, 3570 Sink Valley Road, Butler, TN passed away in the Life Care Center of Elizabethton, TN on November 3, 2011 after a brief illness. She was a member of the Bakers Gap Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Charles Franklin Doll and Emma Jackson Stokes Doll. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James William Bonham, Sr.; four sisters, Margaret Brown, Ruth Sipe, Nell Willams and Charlotte Doll; and two brothers, Albert Doll and Wilmer Doll. Her hobbies were scrapbooking with greeting cards and photos.
BILLY J. MORRISON
Posted November 2, 2011
Billy J Morrison, 73, passed away peacefully at his residence in Lake Wylie, SC on Monday, October 24, 2011 with his family and loving wife of 53 years by his side. Billy fought a courageous battle against cancer. His warm, kind, and gentle spirit will be treasured by family and friends. Billy was born and raised in Mountain City, Tennessee by his parents, Hugh Hamilton Morrison and Opal Love Morrison, who preceded him in death. During his years as a youth in Mountain City, he joined the Boy Scouts of America and earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 1956. Billy enrolled in ROTC at East Tennessee State University and graduated with a degree in engineering. Upon graduation he went into the US Army where he served as a 1st Lieutenant at Anniston Army Depot in Anniston, Alabama.
BOBBY DEAN RUPARD
Posted November 2, 2011
Mr. Bobby Dean Rupard of 1146 Waters Road Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 27, 2011. Bobby Dean “Burley” Rupard, age 73 of Laurel Bloomery, TN went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 27, 2011, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Rupard was a native of Johnson County and son of the late John C. and Rosa Rupard. In addition to his parents, Mr. Rupard was also preceded in death by his twin sister, Shirley Jean Winters, two other sisters, Hazel Noland and Earleen Campbell.
GEORGE WILLIAM ST. MARTIN, SR.
Posted November 2, 2011
George W. St. Martin, Sr., age 81, of 6469 Big Dry Run Rd, Butler, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, TN. He was born March 1, 1930 in Taunton, MA. He was a maintenance worker of the Foxboro Company of MA. He was preceded in death by his parents, John A. St. Martin and Laura Jones St. Martin and one son, George St. Martin, Jr. He was a U.S. Marine veteran having served in Korea. His hobby was Ham radio. Mr. St. Martin was a member of the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.
HAROLD GARRETT WRIGHT
Posted November 2, 2011
Harold Garrett Wright, age 89, of 1400 Crackers Neck Road, Lot #3, Mountain City, TN, passed away Friday morning, October 28, 2011 at his residence. Harold was a member of Dewey Christian Church, Mountain City, TN. He was an artist-painter with work exhibited in the United States and Europe. His work was viewed at nine shows in Europe and four shows at the Cottler Gallery, New York, NY. He won a bronze metal in Paris, France in the world show on painting of rock band. Mr. Wright was also Top Inspector for the Bailey Meter Company in Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Wright was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Flora Hay Wright and several other brother-in-laws and sisters-in-laws. He was the son-in-law of Brownlow and Lizzie Reece.
JANICE J. BLEVINS
Posted November 2, 2011
Janice J. Blevins, age 75, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at her residence. She was a life long resident of Shady Valley, Tennessee and was a daughter of the late Fred and Sallie Hutchinson. She was a retired assistant postmaster from the U.S. Postal Service in Shady Valley, Tennessee and was a member of the Laurel Avenue Church of Christ in Damascus, Virginia. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one brother, Johnny Hutchinson, and two sisters, Betty Henry and Aileen Eller.
JEWELL D. ‘JUDY’ LAWS
Posted November 2, 2011
Jewell D. ‘Judy’ Laws, age 56, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on November 27, 1954 to Scarlet Faye Pierce Laws of Butler, Tennessee and the late Orville Tommy Laws. In addition to her father, Judy was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ruth Thomas, and her special friend, Thumper. She enjoyed crafts, especially bead working. Judy also enjoyed gardening; planting flowers and watching them grow.
LONA ALLEN BROWN
Posted November 2, 2011
Lona Allen Brown passed away October 23rd at her home in Hood River, Oregon at the age of 93. She was born February 17, 1918 in Shouns, Tennessee to Jim and Ida Allen. She married Charles Brown in 1933; they moved to Parkdale in 1959 and lived there for several years and then moved to Hood River. Charles passed away in 1991. She is survived by her children, Raymond Brown of Mountain City, Tennessee, Bud Brown of Mt. Hood, Oregon, Gene Brown of Mountain City, Tennessee, Helen Funderburk of Olympia, Washington and Patsy Paulin of Mt. Hood, Oregon; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-four great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her beloved granddaughter, Karen Brown; son, Ted; and grandson, Kenny Brown.
MAE D. HOWARD
Posted November 2, 2011
Mae D. Howard, age 96 of 368 Pinecrest Street, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at the Mountain City Community Hospital. Mrs. Howard was a member of the First Christian Church of Mountain City. Her first love was teaching and her children, she also loved quilting, sewing, cooking, flowers and canning. She was a former teacher at Mountain City Elementary School. She was the daughter of the late Maggie Dowell. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Howard; also, by one brother, JD Barrett; and a sister/cousin, Margie Arnold; two grandsons, James Howard and Ian Townsend.
MAUDE GREER CLAWSON
Posted November 2, 2011
Mrs. Maude Greer Clawson, age 100, of Boone, died Tuesday morning, October 25, 2011, at Watauga Medical Center. Mrs. Clawson was born February 15, 1911 in Watauga County, a daughter of the late Albert and Bertha Triplett Greer. She was a homemaker and a member of Laurel Springs Baptist Church. Mrs. Clawson is survived by two daughters, Carol Greene of Petersburg, Virginia, and Mary Miller and husband, Doug, of Mountain City, Tennessee; two sons, Sammy Clawson and his friend, Sonja Smith, of Lenoir, and Stanley Clawson of Boone; five grandchildren, Tim Clawson and wife, Kathy, of Lenoir, Charles Clawson and wife, Amy, of Apex, Bobby Clawson and wife, Pam, of Greenville, South Carolina, Chad Miller and his friend, Beth, of Mountain City, and Martha Harless and husband, Hal, of Kernersville; and two half-sisters, Gladys Gilbert and Melba Hayes. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.
RAYMOND MCGUIRE
Posted November 2, 2011
Raymond McGuire, age 69, of Mountain City, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2011 at his residence. He was born in Timbered Ridge, North Carolina on November 27, 1941 to the late Grady and Selma Dugger McGuire. In addition to his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Catherine McGuire and a brother, Bill McGuire. Raymond enjoyed watching and playing golf and woodworking. He was a member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church and was a United States Navy Veteran.
ANNETTE WARNER THOMPSON
Posted October 26, 2011
Annette Warner Thompson, 87, formerly of Aberdeen, NC, died on August 23, 2011 in Mountain City, TN where she made her home with her daughter. Mrs. Thompson, in addition to being a wife and a loving mother, was retired from BB&T in Southern Pines, NC. She was active in the Moore County Republican Women’s Club, Order of the Eastern Star #259 and served as a member of the Moore County Library Board.
DELOS WAYNE WALKER
Posted October 26, 2011
Delos Wayne Walker, age 75, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. A native of Shady Valley, Delos was born on February 25, 1936 to the late Charles Russell and Nye Walker. In addition to his parents, Delos was preceded in death by a sister, Lenna Flora.Delos loved farming and was known locally for his large, beautiful bean fields. He also enjoyed shooting matches and more than anything, he loved spending time with his family.
ROBERT HERMAN FRICK
Posted October 26, 2011
Robert Herman Frick, 66, of 105 Baker Street, died Thursday, October 20, 2011. He was born in Durham, NC on May 10, 1945 to the late Gayle and Frances Morris Frick. Mr. Frick attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Aulander, NC and was a former Police LT for the city of Chapel Hill, NC. Robert was the former owner and operator of Clifton Grocery Store in Clifton, NC and owner of Robert’s Barber Shop in Mountain City, TN. He also served in the US Air Force.
CLINT HOWARD
Posted October 19, 2011
Once called a “national treasure” for his old time mountain music singing, song writing, story telling and playing, Clint Howard died at his home with his family at his side October 16, 2011. He was 80 years of age. Mr. Howard had learned how to sing from his mother when he was six years old, and over the course of his lifetime, he entertained tens of thousands of people. He performed at venues ranging from Carnegie Hall and the Newport Folk Festival (in the 1960s), to the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., and the World’s Fair in Knoxville, Tenn., in the 1980s. In the 1990s and into the 2000s, Mr. Howard played either alone or with Doc Watson and others at Merlefest in North Wilkesboro, N.C. He also performed at Studio One at ETSU’s public radio station WETS; the Down Home in Johnson City; Old Butler Days; and at the Cranberry Festival in Shady Valley, Tenn.
ETHEL ANN EDWARDS
Posted October 19, 2011
Ethel Ann Edwards, age 76, 402 East Myrtle Avenue, Johnson City, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late Bradley Henry Lane and Fannie Ruffner Lane. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Hoke Edwards, Jr.; three sisters, Dorothy Carver, Ida Dodson and Mae Greer; and two brothers, Henry and Willie Dodson. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, reading and sewing.
MINDY HARMON
Posted October 19, 2011
Miss Mindy Harmon, age 23, of 240 Bill Wallace Lane, Trade, Tennessee, passed away on October 14, 2011 at her residence following a third battle with cancer. She was born on November 17, 1987 in Boone, NC. She was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church in Trade. Mindy graduated from Johnson County High School in 2006. She was a student at Appalachian State University when she was diagnosed with Neuroendocrine cancer. Mindy received a Bachelor of Science degree in History with a minor in Sociology on August 4, 2011.
RUBY J. GARLAND
Posted October 19, 2011
Mrs. Ruby J. Garland, 83, of 763 Doe Creek Road, Butler, TN., passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2011, in the Watauga Medical Center, Boone, N.C. A native of Freeborn, Ky., she was a daughter of the late Millard and Anna Belle Corum McCoy. Mrs. Garland was a member of the Little Doe Baptist Church. She loved cooking for her family and reading.
RUTH MARIE DOLINGER PAISLEY
Posted October 19, 2011
Ruth Marie Dolinger Paisley, age 92, of Mountain City, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 16, 2011 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born on February 16, 1919 to the late Garney and Blanche Hodge Dolinger. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Wilder Paisley.
JACQULINE V. HORN
Posted October 12, 2011
Jacquline V. “Jackie” Horn, 79, 662 Hillside Road, Mountain City, TN passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at Watauga Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She attended First Free Will Baptist Church in Mountain City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rayburn Horn, in 1997 and a grandson, Robbie Michael. Her grandparents who raised her were Eli and Beulah Sponaugle. She is survived by three sons, Earnest Michael and wife, Nancy, of Mannington, W.V., Bill Horn and wife, Jan, of Elizabethton, TN., Bob Horn and wife, Helen, of Mountain City; four grandchildren, April Fittro, B. J. Horn, Melissa Vandeventer and Tim Horn; six great grandchildren also survive; special friends, Hetti Icenhour, Verna Dowell, Pat Gregg, Brenda and Butch Jennings and many others.
JOHN “JOE” NORRIS
Posted October 12, 2011
John “Joe” Norris, age 60, of 219 Long Road, Shady Valley, TN passed away Monday, October 3, 2011 in Johnson City Medical Center. He was the son of Nannie Mae Church Norris and the late John Worley Norris, Sr. Mr. Norris attended Calvary Baptist Church. His hobbies included mechanic work, gardening, and spending time with his granddaughter. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by brothers, Robert Dean Norris and James Allen Church.
DAVID KENNETH “KEN” KITCHELL, JR.
Posted October 5, 2011
David Kenneth ‘Ken’ Kitchell, Jr., age 84, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center following a courageous struggle of ten years with the after effects of a stroke. He was born in Miami, Florida on February 17, 1927 to the late David Kenneth Kitchell, Sr. and Callie Belle Carpenter Kitchell. Ken was a military man, having served 27 years in the Army Airborne and earning the rank of CSM (Command Sgt. Major). Following his military career, Ken was a corporate officer for Wackenhut Securities in Miami, Florida. He and his family moved to Mountain City, Tennessee in 1978. Ken served as City Manager of Mountain City from April 1981 to April 1983. Retirement did not suit him, so Ken proceeded to serve as his own contractor building his own home and four town houses on the golf course in Mountain City.
JACQUELYNE D. PLEASANT
Posted October 5, 2011
Jacquelyne D. Pleasant, age 53, of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Monday, September 26, 2011 in Johnson City Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late John Robert Yoggerst and Lillie Belle Cornett Yoggerst. Jacquelyne loved to read. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Doug Pleasant; brother, Kurt Yoggerst; sister-in-law, Linda Lewis Yoggerst, and nephew, Micheal Moody.
JOHN WAYNE HOLMAN
Posted October 5, 2011
John Wayne Holman, age 45, of Mopar Way, Lenoir, NC died Monday September 26, 2011 at Catawba Memorial Hospital. Memorial services were held at his brother’s residence on Mopar Drive, Lenoir, NC Saturday, October 2, 2011 at 12:00 noon. Survivors include his wife, Mary June R. Holman; two sons, Christopher Holman and Johnny Dwayne Holman; two daughters, Stevie Nicole Holman and Jennifer Ann Dunn; one stepson, Wesley Isaacs; father and stepmother, Albert G. Holman, Sr. and Thelma; two brothers, Walter Holman and Gary Holman; one half brother, Junior Holman; stepbrother, Bobby Lewis; stepsister, Becky Dowell; and three grandchildren: Hailey, Carson and Kyle.
ROY O. POPE
Posted October 5, 2011
Roy O. Pope, age 85, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on May 22, 1926 in Creston, NC to the late Ennis and Delphia Mahala Pope. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Grayson Pope; two brothers, Omery Pope and Harlan Pope. Mr. Pope loved to fish and had never met a stranger. He was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
WILLARD CAMPBELL
Posted October 5, 2011
Willard Campbell, age 63, 15401 Hwy 67 West, Butler, TN passed away at his residence Wednesday, September 28, 2011. He was the son of the late Joe Campbell and Cora Lela Walker Campbell. He was of the Baptist faith and he enjoyed his grandchildren, kids, hunting and NASCAR. Survivors include two daughters, Tracy C. Sepehraizer of Bear, DE and Connie C. Keesey of Johnson City, TN; one son, Jason Scott Campbell of West Grove, PA; two sisters, Bonnie Curd and Brenda Grindstaff, both of Butler, TN; one brother, Charles Campbell of Mountain City, TN; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Very special friend, ex-wife Juanita Campbell, of West Grove, PA and special friend Lynn Shelton of Mountain City, TN also survive.
EVELYN McCOURY DUNN
Posted September 28, 2011
Mrs. Evelyn McCoury Dunn, 74, of Mountain City, passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2011 in the Cannon Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Dayton and Oda McGuire Jones and was born in Avery County, NC. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, T.Y. McCoury; two sons, Dayton Randall McCoury; a baby boy McCoury; three sisters, Geneva Henson; Della Ingram; Willa Bunting; and a brother, Eddie Sherrill Jones.
JACQUELYNE “JACKIE” PLEASANT
Posted September 28, 2011
Jacquelyne “Jackie” Pleasant, age 53, of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Monday, September 26, 2011 in the Johnson City Medical Center. Funeral Arrangements were incomplete at press time and will be announced later.
VICKI LEIGH JACKSON GRIFFITH
Posted September 28, 2011
Vicki Leigh Jackson Griffith, age 56, of Crackers Neck Road, Mountain City, Tennessee, and a former resident of Watauga County, died Thursday morning, September 22, 2011 at her home. Born June 14, l955 in Raleigh, she was a daughter of Jean Jackson and the late Jim Jackson. She attended God’s Country Church in Mountain City. Before her disability, Vicki was a teacher’s assistant at Greenway Baptist Church Child Development Center in Boone.
ANNA SUE BLEVINS CAMPBELL
Posted September 21, 2011
Anna Sue Blevins Campbell, age 69, of 5000 Hwy 91N, Mountain City, TN passed away Friday, September 16, 2011 in Mountain City Care Center. She was a daughter of the late Ulysses and Katherine McDaniel Blevins. Ms. Campbell was of the Baptist faith and loved gardening and flowers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Raymond, Harley, Frank, Leonard and Clarence Blevins; and two sisters, Mary Blevins and Sarah Smith.
ANGELA ‘ANNIE’ CAMPBELL
Posted September 14, 2011
Angela ‘Annie’ Campbell, age 40, of Burnsville, North Carolina, and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on September 7, 2011. She was born on August 23, 1971 to Robert W. and Norma Kay Stanton Pennington of Mountain City, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Bill Pennington; maternal grandparents, Kemp D. and Mollie Dugger Stanton and uncles, Paul Pennington, Richard Stanton and Park Stanton.
CORA B. WOLFE
Posted September 14, 2011
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.
EDNA C. (BROOKSHIRE) BUCHANAN
Posted September 14, 2011
Edna C. (Brookshire) Buchanan, 93, wife of the late Donley Buchanan, of Phoenixville, PA, died on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at home.
GUY JUNIOR BORROR
Posted September 14, 2011
Guy Junior Borror, age 67, of 4166 Hwy 67 West, Mountain City, TN passed away Saturday evening, September 10, 2011 in Johnson City Medical Center. He was a son of the late Charles and Goldie Alt Borror. Guy was a member of Life Christian Fellowship and he loved fishing, hunting and farming. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Christopher Guy Borror; two sisters, Virginia and Mary; and two brothers, Randall and Roger.
ROSE ANN CANTER
Posted September 14, 2011
Rose Ann Canter, age 57, of 845 Dotson Road, Trade, TN passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at her residence. She was a daughter of Ralph Mains and the late Ruth Mains. Ms. Canter was of the Baptist faith and her hobbies included sewing and collecting Beanie Babies. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a sister, Kathy Mains.
ANNE ELIZABETH WOOD
Posted August 31, 2011
Anne Elizabeth Wood, age 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday August 26, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. Anne was born on August 17, 1932 in Meadowview, VA to the late Ballard Lewis Kirk and Cora Frances Forrester Kirk. She loved gospel music and loved even more singing for the Lord. Anne also enjoyed playing cards with her family and spending quality time with them. She was a member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Rising Sun, MD.
CURTIS E. SLUDER
Posted August 31, 2011
Curtis E. Sluder, age 67, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Franklin Woods Community Hospital, Johnson City, Tennessee following a lengthy illness. He was born on August 21, 1944 in Mountain City, Tennessee, the son of Letha Wright Sluder of Shady Valley, Tennessee and the late Otis Sluder. In addition to his father, Curtis was preceded in death by a brother, Cline Leon Sluder and his mother-in-law, Kathleen Burgess.
DAVID P. MORGAN
Posted August 31, 2011
David P. Morgan, age 61, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at his residence. David was born on January 25, 1950 in Pennsylvania to the late Richmon Morgan and Anna Marie Jones Tyler. David loved the outdoors, especially going fishing, hunting and trapping. He had a very funny disposition and great sense of humor. David was a very loving and supporting husband and was kind to everyone he knew or ever met.
LONIE LUERANA MAHALA
Posted August 31, 2011
Mrs. Lonie Luerana Mahala, age 91, of Hudson, formerly of Creston, NC, passed away Thursday August 25, 2011 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital, NC.
MAYNARD DWAYNE JENKINS
Posted August 31, 2011
Maynard Dwayne Jenkins, age 49, of Johnson City, Tennessee and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011. He was born on October 16, 1961 to the late Richard Calvin ‘RC’ and Opal Lena Brooks Jenkins. In addition to his parents, Maynard was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Morris, and a brother, Richard Allen ‘Dickie’ Jenkins. He was a former employee of Mountain City Care Center, where he enjoyed assisting and working with the residents. Maynard also enjoyed fishing and hunting.
REBECCA “BECKY” LEE OSBORNE
Posted August 31, 2011
Rebecca “Becky” Lee Osborne, age 39, of Shouns Manor Apartments, Apt #3, Mountain City, TN passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at her residence after a brief illness. She was the daughter of Darrell Vandeventer and was a member of the Rainbow Mennonite Church and former employee of National Textiles. Her hobbies were horseback riding and traveling. Survivors include her husband, James Osborne; her mother, Wylene Roe Vandeventer;
RODNEY OSBORNE
Posted August 31, 2011
Rodney Osborne, age 50, of Charlotte, North Carolina and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2011 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 16, 1961 to the late Edgar Ray Osborne and Gladys June Sexton Osborne. Prior to his illness, Rodney worked as a Senior Electric Designer. He was a United States Navy Veteran. Rodney is survived by his son, Jesse Osborne, of Kingsport, TN; sisters, Shelly Osborne of
ADDIE MAE HICKS DOLLAR
Posted August 24, 2011
Addie Mae Hicks Dollar, 91, of Michael Road, Trade, Tennessee, died Wednesday morning, August 17, 2011 at Watauga Medical Center. Born February 25, 1920 in Watauga County, she was a daughter of Calvin and Nora Hicks. Addie Mae loved the Lord, her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed quilting, tending her gardens and the companionship of her pets, Annie Bell, Cheech and Gizmoe. Mrs. Dollar is survived by
RICHARD N. ST JOHN
Posted August 24, 2011
Richard N. St. John, 77, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away August 16 at Watauga Medical Center after an extended illness. Mr. St. John was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the eldest son of the late Chester and Dorothy St. John. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, he spent his working years in Wood Products sales, traveling to many different areas of the world. Upon retirement, he moved to Johnson County where he became involved in church and community activities.
THOMAS “T” MCCULLOCH
Posted August 24, 2011
Thomas “T” McCulloch, age 76, of Mountain City, TN passed away Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC following an extended illness. He was the son of John McCulloch and Edna Ward McCulloch and was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. “T” loved watching the history channel on television. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a stepson, Douglas Stout.
DALE SAVAGE
Posted August 17, 2011
Dale Savage, 59, of Telford, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a son of Lewis and Dora Lee Hale Savage. Through friendships and his work he touched many lives. He was a good and caring person. Survivors include; his wife, Sandy Savage; two children, Ashley Savage Gilliam and her husband, John, of Knoxville and Andrew Savage of the home; one sister, Eva Everett and her husband, Joe, of Advance, NC; one brother, A. L. Savage of Knoxville and several nieces and nephews.
GENE BRYSON TARR
Posted August 17, 2011
Mr. Gene Bryson Tarr, 60, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 13, 2011 and entered into rest with the Lord. Gene touched the lives of many people, all of whom are witnesses to his compassion, loyalty, courage, and persistence. He loved Jesus, and he led his family to love and serve the Lord. Gene was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
EARLEEN BUMGARDNER
Posted August 10, 2011
Earleen Bumgardner, age 77, of Trade, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, August 7, 2011 at her residence. She was born on March 30, 1934 to the late Elza and Hazel Wilson Phipps. In addition to her parents, Earleen was preceded in death by sisters, Georgia Thomas, Mary Wells and Sue Phipps; and brothers, Bob Phipps, Mack Phipps, Clay Phipps and Clyde Phipps. She was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church.
JAMES H. EASTRIDGE
Posted August 10, 2011
James H. Eastridge, age 84, formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away in Fairfield, Ohio on Wednesday, August 3, 2011. His parents were Dewey Eastridge and Laura Graybeal Eastridge. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy Tester Eastridge; a sister, Bertha Eastridge; a brother, Conley Eastridge; and one grandson, Jason Christophel. Mr. Eastridge was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and a World War II United States Army Veteran, and he enjoyed working crosswords, gardening and walking.
MARY IDA RAY KENSINGER
Posted August 10, 2011
Mary Ida Ray Kensinger was born in Butler, TN on January 6, 1914 and passed on August 3, 2011 at Wellmont Bristol Hospice. She was raised in Mountain City, TN. Mary attended East Tennessee State University where she earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
ALICE BOWLEY WARD
Posted August 3, 2011
Alice Bowley Ward, age 60, of Beaver Creek School Road, West Jefferson, and formerly of Watauga County, NC and Johnson County TN, died Thursday morning, July 28, 2011, at the Johnson County Community Hospital in Mountain City, TN. Born Alice Lodemia Bowley, December 4, 1950 in Washington, DC, she was a daughter of George Edward and Maude Trivette Bowley. Alice was a devoted and loving spouse, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an avid NASCAR fan.
EDWARD STANLEY POTTER
Posted August 3, 2011
Edward Stanley Potter, age 65, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee and formerly of Florida, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at the Life Care Center of Banner Elk, North Carolina. He was born in Ashe County, North Carolina on May 18, 1946 to the late Stanley and Grace Cox Potter. In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by a sister, Louise Turner.
STEVEN N. RODRIGUEZ
Posted August 3, 2011
Steven N. Rodriguez, age 34, of Mountain City, TN passed away Monday morning July 25, 2011 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was a native of Wharton, Texas and a son of Gregory and Patsie Rodriguez. Mr. Rodriguez was of the Protestant faith and was employed by N and N Ball and Roller, Inc. in Mountain City. Survivors are his parents, Gregory and Patsie Rodriguez, Glade Springs, VA; sisters, Michele Rodriguez, Statesville, NC; Pamela McAteer, Monroe, NC; brothers, Gregory Rodriguez, Charleston, SC; David Rodriguez, Concord, NC; nieces and nephews, Joshua, Marshall, Ashley, Alex, Kaitlyn, Tommy, Kenny, Sawyer, Ethan and Emily; and his special pet, Jack.
GEORGE DAVID “DAVE”BURRELL JR.
Posted July 27, 2011
George David (Dave) Burrell Jr., age 67, of 13381 Hwy 67 W, Butler, TN passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 at his residence. He was born May 1, 1944 to the late George and Mary Wilson Burrell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Ann Burrell; two brothers, Andrew and Arthur Burrell; and one sister, Cordella Morrell. Mr. Burrell was a member of the Rock Springs Baptist Church and loved farming.
LYNNE CAROLE STOUT
Posted July 27, 2011
Lynne Carole Stout, age 66, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2011. She was born on October 20, 1944 to the late Dolphus H. Foister and Grace M. Main Foister. Lynne was a former employee of Burlington Industries and Shelby Elastics. She loved to read, garden and listen to gospel music. Lynne also loved to spend time with Roscoe and Duke, her Dachshund dogs. Lynne was a member of God’s Country Church.
MARJORIE SUE DICKENS FRITTS
Posted July 27, 2011
Marjorie Sue Dickens Fritts, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2011. She was born on September 4, 1936 in Johnson County, Tennessee to the late Fred and Ana Mae Nelson Dickens. In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her daughter, Debra Ann Stanley; a sister, Lucille Dickens Fritz; a brother, Bud Dickens and one grandson, Billy May. She enjoyed reading, gardening, working around her home and more than anything, loved the company of family and friends.
NOAH SAMUEL GILLIAM
Posted July 27, 2011
Noah Samuel Gilliam, age 78, of Mountain City, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 18, 2011. He was born on January 26, 1933 to the late Blaine and Lola Mullins Gilliam. In addition to his parents, Noah was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann Shoun Gilliam and a brother, Jerry Gilliam. Noah loved animals and was known for raising miniature horses and coon dogs. He was a very active member of Central Baptist Church.
RAMONA GOBBLE
Posted July 27, 2011
Ramona Gobble, age 79, of 1144 Circle Drive, Mountain City, TN passed away Monday, July 11, 2011 at Franklin Woods Community Hospital in Johnson City, TN after an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late Henry Holtschneider and Nellie Murphy Holtschneider. Ramona was a member of First United Methodist Church. Her hobbies included flowers, reading, and she loved the beach. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Harriett Humphrey; and two brothers, Blair and Doug Holtschneider.
VIRGINIA M. LEWIS
Posted July 27, 2011
Virginia M. Lewis, age 82, of Kirkwood, DE went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Virginia was a long time member of Fairwinds Baptist Church. She enjoyed trips to the Smokey Mountains, keeping in touch with friends, and reading. Most of all Virginia was a beloved wife, loving mother, and adored grandmother.
BOBBY HAROLD WILSON
Posted July 20, 2011
Bobby Harold Wilson, age 71, of 508 Lowery Drive, Apt 18, Abingdon, Virginia passed away after an extended illness on July 15, 2011. He was the son of the late William Smith Wilson and Ada Lillian Jordan Wilson. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. His hobbies were hunting and fishing. He served in the United States Marine Corp. In addition to his parents, Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Wilson, and one brother, Don Wilson.
DENNIS CROWDER
Posted July 20, 2011
Dennis Crowder, age 43, of Bristol, Virginia and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Dennis was born in Newark, Delaware on June 18, 1968 to Hyte Crowder and Betty Potter Crowder. He was a member of Nelson’s Chapel Baptist Church and had attended First Baptist Church, both of Mountain City. In addition to his parents, Hyte Crowder, of Bristol, VA and Betty Crowder of Mountain City, TN, Dennis is survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.
FRANCES F. OLIVER
Posted July 20, 2011
Frances F. Oliver, age 59, of 924 Medical Park Drive, Apt. 204, Mountain City, TN passed away Friday, July 15, 2011 after an extended illness. She was a native of Cherokee County, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Oliver, and her parents, Elford Fowler and Edith Estes Fowler; one daughter, Stephany Paige Harvey; and one sister, Betty Hurlocker. Her hobbies were music. Survivors include one daughter, Allyson Ricci and husband, Shawn, of Gaffney, South Carolina; one sister, Ann Mote, Las Vegas, Nevada; and four grandchildren; special friends, JoAnne Rinehart and Linda Guy of Mountain City, TN.
PAULINE ROBINSON REECE
Posted July 20, 2011
Pauline Robinson Reece died quietly in her sleep on Saturday, July 9, 2011, at the Laurels in Hendersonville, North Carolina. She was 99 years old.
FAYE HODGE
Posted July 13, 2011
Faye Hodge, age 90, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on July 1, 2011 at her residence. She was born on August 21, 1920 to the late Abraham Lincoln and Clara Snyder Hodge. In addition to her parents, Faye was preceded in death by two sisters, Vena Hodge and Pauline Marrs; and two brothers, Sam Hodge and Lester Hodge. Faye loved to garden, cook and also enjoyed quilting and crocheting. She was a member of First Christian Church.
GENE L. WALLACE
Posted July 13, 2011
Gene L. Wallace, age 69, of Maryland and formerly of Trade and Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2011.
JAMES ORRAN FARTHING
Posted July 13, 2011
James Orran Farthing, 74, of Greenville, died Saturday, July 2, 2011.
JAMES OTIS (BUD) PENNINGTON
Posted July 13, 2011
Mr. James Otis (Bud) Pennington, age 74, of Boone and formerly of Mountain City, died Saturday afternoon, July 4, 2011, at Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Boone, NC. Born July 2, 1937 in Chilhowie, Virginia, he was the son of the late Dewey and Lura Seats Pennington.
MILLARD H. FLETCHER
Posted July 13, 2011
Millard H. Fletcher, age 82, of Butler, TN, passed Saturday, July 9, 2011 following an extended illness. He was born on February 27, 1929 to the late Noah Monroe Fletcher and Effie Marie Reed Fletcher. In addition to his parents, Millard was preceded in death by sisters: Cleona Plummer, Juanita Murray and Marie Cline and brother, Spencer Fletcher. He was a 59-year member of Roan Creek Masonic Lodge #679 F&AM and was also a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was of the Baptist faith.
PAULINE ROBINSON REECE
Posted July 13, 2011
Pauline Robinson Reece died quietly in her sleep on Saturday, July 9, 2011, at the Laurels in Hendersonville , North Carolina . She was 99 years old. Pauline was the daughter of Mollie Lowe Robinson and John Robinson of Doeville , Tennessee , where she grew up. She was the widow of the late Mark Twain Reece of Mountain City, Tennessee. She was the sister of William (“Willie”) Robinson , Georgia Greer, and Claude Robinson and half-sister to Iva Neeley, and Paul Arney, all of whom preceded her in death. She had numerous nieces and nephews.
RAMONA GOBBLE
Posted July 13, 2011
Ramona Gobble, age 79, of 1144 Circle Drive, Mountain City, TN passed away Monday, July 11, 2011 at Franklin Woods Community Hospital in Johnson City, TN after an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late Henry Holtschneider and Nellie Murphy Holtschneider. Ramona was a member of First United Methodist Church. Her hobbies included flowers, reading, and she loved the beach. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Harriett Humphrey; and two brothers, Blair and Doug Holtschneider.
RICHARD E. SKEENS
Posted July 13, 2011
Richard E. Skeens, of New Smyrna Beach, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2010 in West Virginia. While hunting in West Virginia, Rick suffered a heart attack and passed peacefully one week later. He was 57 years old. He was born in Roanoke, VA on March 11, 1953 to Dennis and Pearl Skeens, deceased. Rick is survived by his wife of 17 years, Sandra Skeens; his son Michael (Mona); step-daughter, Kristin Snow (Steve); and his four grandchildren, Rebecca, Kasey, Kameron and Nicholas.
DAVID “PAPPAP” MARTIN
Posted July 6, 2011
David “Pappap” Martin, age 56, of 2030 Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, TN passed away Friday, June 24, 2011 at his residence. He was born in Pottsville, PA to Sara Martin. David graduated from J.W. Cooper High School in Shenandoah, PA. Mr. Martin was a member of First Christian Church and his hobbies included fishing, hunting, and he especially loved being with his grandkids. He was a United States Army veteran. In addition to his biological mother, Sara Martin, and stepparents Mae and Michael Pleva, he was preceded in death by a brother, Christopher Pleva.
DENNIS CHARLES NORRIS
Posted July 6, 2011
Dennis Charles Norris, 909 Pine Orchard Road, Butler, went home to be with the Lord on June 28, 2011 at his residence. He fought a long hard battle with cancer for many years. A native of Johnson County, he was born August 30, 1959. Dennis was a 1978 graduate of Johnson County High School. He was a retired truck driver due to disability. He was a NASCAR fan. Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Robinson Norris on August 17, 2009.
EDGAR "EDDIE" ROBERTS
Posted July 6, 2011
Edgar ‘Eddie’ Roberts, age 67, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 01, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on May 28, 1944 in Sullivan County, Tennessee to the late Clyde and Maude Clark Roberts. In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael Dean Eskridge. He was of the Pentecostal faith. Eddie is survived by his wife of 46 years, Thelma Roberts; daughters, Brenda Carol Stout and husband, Troy, and Debra Icenhour of Mountain City, Tennessee; son, Ronald Widener and wife, Dixie, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee; brother, Fred Roberts and wife, Flo, of Abingdon, Virginia; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and his musical friends.
GENE L. WALLACE
Posted July 6, 2011
Gene L. Wallace, age 69, of Maryland and formerly of Trade and Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2011.
GLADYS IRENE WALSH EVANS
Posted July 6, 2011
Gladys Irene Walsh Evans, 87, 624 Norris Road, Butler, passed away Friday, July 1, 2011 in the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. A native of Carter County, she was a daughter of the late Rodney and Alice Green Walsh. She was a graduate of Watauga Academy, Butler, and in her earlier years she taught school. Mrs. Evans was a member of the Meadowview Baptist Church. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Evans, on January 10, 2007 and a son, Jerry Dale Evans, on November 30, 2008; a brother, Earl Walsh; and a sister, Eula Mae Main.
MARK STEVENS
Posted July 6, 2011
Mark Edward Stevens, age 53, of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Thursday morning, June 23, 2011 following a brief illness. He was the son of the late Jack Stevens. Mr. Stevens was a retired chef and loved cooking. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one son, Jayson Stevens. Survivors include daughters, Christina Marie Stevens and Colleen Elizabeth Stevens; son, Joshua Michael Stevens; daughter-in-law, Katherine Mae Stevens; grandchildren, Lily Mae Stevens, Cole Edward Stevens, Mason Lee Mahala, Tyler Mahala and Andy Rosado; and special friend, Raymond Arnold.
PREACHER CLYDE CAMPBELL
Posted July 6, 2011
Preacher Clyde Campbell , age 80, 255 Gentry Cemetery Rd., Laurel Bloomery, TN went to be with his Lord Saturday morning, July 2, 2011 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a pastor and retired machinist with Marion Mold and Tool Company. He was the son of the late Robert Campbell and Addie Stevens Campbell. He was the preacher of Antioch Baptist Church for 44 years. His hobbies included hunting and woodworking. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Stanley, Charles and Isaac Campbell; one sister, Millie Campbell Shaw.
REV. FRED EDFORD VANOVER
Posted July 6, 2011
Rev. Fred Edford Vanover, age 94, went to be with his Lord Monday morning, June 27, 2011 at Mountain City Care Center. He was a son of the late Ross Vanover and Amey Woodring Vanover. Rev. Vanover pastored Laurel Springs Methodist Church for a number of years and now is a member of Big Laurel Christian Union Church. He was a United States Army veteran having served in World War II. His hobbies included fishing and hunting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ennis Vanover; three brothers, Winston Vanover, Erix Vanover and Wade Vanover; two sisters, Devone Price and Draxie Vanover and sons-in-law, R.D. Wood and Terry Ellege; a grandson, Jerry Lee Vanover.
WESLEY KEITH STOUT
Posted July 6, 2011
Wesley Keith Stout, age 48, of 129 Draft Rd., Butler, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at his residence. He was born on November 4, 1962 in Carter County, TN to the late D.W. Stout and Polly Jean Proffitt Day, who passed away June 4, 2011. He was a member of Sink Valley Baptist Church.
DELMER H. MAIN
Posted June 29, 2011
Delmer H. Main, age 79, of 123 Main Lane, Shady Valley, TN passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011 at his residence. He was the son of the late Dana Main and Ada Watson Main. Mr. Main was a retired driver for First Tennessee Human Resources. Delmer was a member of Crandull Church of Christ. His hobbies included fishing and he was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Joann Main.
DORA K. POTTER
Posted June 29, 2011
Dora K. Potter age, 92 of 729 Drakes Creek Road, Trade, TN went home to be with her Lord on June 24, 2011 from the Mountain City Care Center. She was a lifelong resident of Johnson County, a daughter of the late Willett and Ellen Canter. Mrs. Potter was an avid gardener, seamstress, cook, painter, and devoted wife and mother. She was a member of the Evergreen Baptist Church and her church meant the world to her. Mrs. Potter was wife to the late Charlie Potter, mother to the late A. Fred Potter, sister to the late Lettie Miller, Carolee Porter, and Ruby Canter all of Trade, TN.
MARGARET CHRISTINE STOUT
Posted June 29, 2011
Margaret Christine Stout, age, 73, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2011 at the residence of her son. She was born on May 17, 1938 to the late R.L. and Emma Walsh.
REV. FRED EDFORD VANOVER
Posted June 29, 2011
Rev. Fred Edford Vanover, age 94, went to be with his Lord Monday morning, June 27, 2011 at Mountain City Care Center. He was a son of the late Ross Vanover and Amey Woodring Vanover. Rev. Vanover pastored Laurel Springs Methodist Church for a number of years and now is a member of Big Laurel Christian Union Church. He was a United States Army veteran having served in World War II. His hobbies included fishing and hunting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ennis Vanover; three brothers, Winston Vanover, Erix Vanover and Wade Vanover; two sisters, Devone Price and Draxie Vanover and sons-in-law, R.D. Wood and Terry Ellege.
SCOTTIE WAYNE STOUT
Posted June 29, 2011
Scottie Wayne Stout, age 40, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly due to heart problems on Monday, June 20, 2011. He was born on July 11, 1970 to Bob Stout and Pearl Greer Stout. Scottie is survived by his wife, Amanda White Stout; mother, Pearl Stout; father, Bob Stout, and wife, Carla; daughter, Piper Ainsley Stout; sons, Gauge Greer Stout and Richard Rowan Stout; sisters, Wilma Bragg, Kathy Stout and husband, Dennis, Debbie Scott and fiancé, Ray Jones, Shelia Billings and husband, David; brother, Rick Stout, all of Mountain City, TN; half-brothers, Tim Stout, Jeremy Stout and Mitch Stout; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Nancy White; sister-in-law, Jessica, and husband, David Dishman; step-sister, Sandra Porter; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
VICKIE LEE DRURY
Posted June 29, 2011
Vickie Lee Drury, age 55, of Butler, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 1, 1955 to Preston Lee Case, Sr. and Emma Sue Bonham Myers. She loved crafts and collected china teacups and saucers. Vickie was a member of Cobbs Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by her mother, Sue Myers, and husband, Kenneth; her father, Preston Lee Case, Sr. of Butler, TN; daughter, Genesis Dishman; son, Kaleb Dishman, all of Butler, TN; sister, Sue Dickens of Johnson City, TN; brothers, Preston Case, Jr. and wife, Darla, of Nebraska and Alan Case of PA; maternal grandmother, Clara Mutchie, Elizabethton, TN; special nieces, Cristal Roush and Tiffany Dishma both of Iowa; special friend, Ruby Woodard and several nieces and nephews.
WILMER HAYES GENTRY
Posted June 29, 2011
Wilmer Hayes Gentry, age 91, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2011 at his residence. Hayes was born May 21, 1920 in Johnson County, Tennessee to the late Isaac T. and Nanny Forrester Gentry. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Hayes was a retired carpenter and was a member of Union #626 until his retirement in 1983. He enjoyed hunting and working on his family’s projects. Hayes was forever building something. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
JOSEPH “JOE” RUFO, JR.
Posted June 22, 2011
Joseph “Joe” Rufo, Jr., age 78, of Reece Ave. Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 16, 2011 at his residence, following an extended illness. Joe was born on January 7, 1933 to the late Joseph and Lizzie Bates Rufo in Pittsfield, MA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his youngest son, Anthony, and his brother, David. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War.
JUANITA DANCY SANDERS
Posted June 22, 2011
Mrs. Juanita Dancy Sanders, age 95, of 1454 Silverstone Road, Zionville, died Saturday morning, June 18, 2011, at Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation in Boone. Mrs. Sanders was born June 1, 1916 in Watauga County, a daughter of the late Conley and Chaney Grogan Dancy. She was a homemaker and a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Zionville. Mrs. Sanders is survived by five daughters, Lucy Reece of Mountain City, Mildred Ward and husband Junior of Zionville, Mary Ann Potter of Mountain City, Linda Conville of Zionville, and Sylvia Hammons and husband Bill of Mountain City; two grandsons, Shane Reece and wife Rita, and Lane Reece, all of Mountain City; one granddaughter, Heidi Hammons Kerley and husband Don of Elijay, Georgia; two great-granddaughters, Christie Joiner and husband Steve, and Keesha Reece Rhudy and husband Jesse, all of Mountain City; one great-grandson, Samuel Kerley of Elijay, Georgia, and three great great-grandsons, Stephen Joiner, Jayden Joiner, and Carter Rhudy, all of Mountain City. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Tom William Sanders; three sisters, Addie Brown, Mabel Isaacs, and Julia Gantt, and five brothers, Bynum, Denver, Burnie, Ernest, and James Dancy. Funeral services for Mrs. Juanita Dancy Sanders will be conducted Monday afternoon, June 20, 2011, at 2:00 o'clock, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. The body will lie in state, at the church, from 1:00 until 2:00 o'clock. Officiating will be Reverend Derick Wilson and Reverend T.J. Wilson. Burial will follow in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday afternoon, from 1:00 until 2:00 o'clock, at the church, prior to the service. Flowers are appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Hand-In-Hand Fund, in care of Ann Thomas, 1514 Silverstone Road, Zionville, North Carolina, 28698. Online condolences may be sent to the Sanders family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com. Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.
WILLIAM ISAACS
Posted June 22, 2011
William Isaacs, age 30, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on October 20, 1980 to Debra Thomas and Kenneth Isaacs. William was preceded in death by an infant son, Camden Isaacs.
DONALD EUGENE HADDIX
Posted June 15, 2011
Donald Eugene Haddix, age 75, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2011 in the Mountain City Care Center. He was the son of the late Eugene “Denton” Haddix and Mary Juanita Stepels Haddix. Mr. Haddix was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church in Paris, IL. He was a retired machinist with MECO in Parris, Il, a retired fire chief with Grandview Fire Department and a former Wal-Mart greeter. His hobbies included hunting and guns. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Kenneth Haddix.
DONNIE JONES
Posted June 15, 2011
Donnie Jones, age 39, of Creston, NC, and formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 10, 2011. He was born on February 26, 1972 in Carter County, Tennessee to Donald Lee Jones and Lena Helen (Gambill) Dugger. Donnie loved the outdoors and especially loved to golf and fish. He was a loving father and more than anything, he loved spending time with his daughter, Haley, who was his pride and joy. He attended Rainbow Mennonite Church.
DORIS MICHAELS
Posted June 15, 2011
Doris Michaels, age 75, of Hudson, Florida passed away on Saturday June 4, 2011.
DOROTHY GILMER
Posted June 15, 2011
Dorothy Marchant Gilmer (Ms. G) left her earthly home, 544 Adams Road, Mountain City, TN on Monday, June 6, 2011 to be at home with Jesus. She was born in Worchester, England, January 19, 1915 to William and Dorothy Marchant of England.
R.J. MAIN
Posted June 15, 2011
Mr. R.J. Main, age 88, of 4712 Old US Highway 421, Zionville, died Saturday morning, June 4, 2011, at his home. Mr. Main was born April 18, 1923 in Johnson County, Tennessee, a son of the late Ira Frank Mains and Effie Roark Mains. He was a retired farmer.
RUTH VIRGINIA NICHOLS JARDIN
Posted June 15, 2011
Ruth Virginia Nichols Jardin, age 84, of Chuckey, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 6, 2011 at Durham-Hensley Health and Rehabilitation, Chuckey, Tennessee. Ruth was born on May 31, 1927 in Johnson County, TN to the late William Arthur Nichols and Bonnie Dickens Nichols.
JAMES G. ARNOLD
Posted June 8, 2011
James G. Arnold, 83, of Elkhart passed away peacefully in his home at 9:15 am, Saturday, May 28, 2011. James was born on February 27, 1928 in Butler, TN, the son of the late Eddie and Eliza (Pleasant) Arnold.
JENNY STOUT BUMBARGER
Posted June 8, 2011
Jenny Stout Bumbarger, age 62, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital, Winston-Salem, NC. She was born on September 15, 1948 to the late Dana B. Stout Jr. and Ruth Eggers Stout. In addition to her parents, Jenny was preceded in death by two sisters: Claudia Crosswhite and Sharon Bissett. Jenny was a very happy person and enjoyed life to the fullest. She loved to take care of children and loved her nieces and nephews very much.
POLLY JEAN DAY
Posted June 8, 2011
Polly Jean Day, age 75, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on May 14, 1936 to the late Sam H. and Rettie Stout Proffitt. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her two husbands: D.W. Stout and Conley Day; one sister, Donna Kay Potter and one brother, Sampford Proffitt.
R.J. MAIN
Posted June 8, 2011
Mr. R.J. Main, age 88, of 4712 Old US Highway 421, Zionville, died Saturday morning, June 4, 2011, at his home. Mr. Main was born April 18, 1923 in Johnson County, Tennessee, a son of the late Ira Frank Mains and Effie Roark Mains. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Main is survived by his wife, Thelma Mains of the home; one daughter, Sebrina Mains and fiance Nathan Eggers of Zionville; one son, Steve Mains and daughter-in-law, Linda of Hickory; one sister, Christine Wallace of Zionville; two granddaughters, Alyson and Kim; one great-granddaughter, Courtney; one great-grandson, Trace; one great great-grandson, Marley; two sisters-in-law, Betty Mains of Vilas, and Peggy Mains of Zionville, and his beloved horses, Pete, Repete, and Chloe, and his wagon train friends. He is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Lucille Potter Mains, two brothers, Sylvanis Mains and Council Mains, and one sister, Paris Campbell. Funeral services for Mr. R.J. Mains will be conducted Monday evening, June 6, 2011, at 7:00 o'clock, at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. The body will lie in state, at the chapel, from 5:00 until 7:00 o'clock. Officiating will be Reverend Derick Wilson. Graveside services and burial will be conducted Tuesday morning, at 10:00 o'clock, at Mabel United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday afternoon from 5:00 until 7:00 o'clock, at the funeral home, prior to the service. Flowers are appreciated, or memorial contributions may to Mabel United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, in care of Mabel United Methodist Church, 5932 Old US Highway 421, Zionville, North Carolina, 28698 or to High Country Health Care System/Hospice, 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B, Boone, North Carolina, 28607, or online at www.highcountryhospice.org. Online condolences may be sent to the Mains family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of the arrangements.
LENNA WALKER FLORA
Posted June 1, 2011
July 7, 1946 – May 26, 2011
STELLA MAE MULLINS
Posted June 1, 2011
Stella Mae Mullins, age 86, of 507 North Shady Street, Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2011, at Mountain City Care Center. She was born September 1st, 1924, to the late Alex Smith and Virginia Perry Smith. She was a member of Gods Country Church. Her hobbies included quilting.
WILLIAM ‘BILLY’ SMITH JR.
Posted June 1, 2011
William ‘Billy’ Smith Jr., age 47, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 26, 2011. He was born on December 17, 1963 to William Smith Sr. of Butler, Tennessee and the late Martha Isabelle Powell Smith. Billy was a member of Sink Valley Baptist Church.
AVIS RAY ‘JACK’ DUGGER
Posted May 25, 2011
Avis Ray ‘Jack’ Dugger, age 84, of Butler, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at his residence. A native of Johnson County, Tennessee, Jack was born on June 26, 1926 to the late Frank and Lina Isaacs Dugger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Maude Skelton; brothers: Fred Dugger and Earl Dugger; daughter-in-law, Martha Dugger and longtime friend, Mr. Carrol Bowman.
BETTY S. CURD
Posted May 25, 2011
Betty S. Curd, age 77, 2358 Pleasant Valley Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 21, 2011 at her residence. She was a daughter of the late Albert Winters and Georgia Stout Winters. Ms. Curd was a member of Liberty Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harold Curd and one son Jimmy Curd.
DELLA MARIE MAXELL
Posted May 25, 2011
Della Marie Maxwell, age 96, of Mountain City, went home to be with her Savior on May 22, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. Della was born on August 2, 1914 to Winton Patrick and Amanda Bauguess Patrick of Creston, NC. She married Truman Maxwell in 1939 and moved to Mountain City where she lived for the rest of her life as a loving wife and mother. Della was of the Baptist faith, having received the Lord as her Savior at an early age. She enjoyed traveling to other church’s singing. She loved her family, cooking, sewing, embroidery, reading, watching TV and in early years raising her garden and preserving the fruits and vegetables.
DONNA LYNN CARVER
Posted May 25, 2011
Donna Lynn Carver, age 37, of Flag Pond, TN passed away at her residence on Tuesday, May 17, 2011. She was born February 22, 1974 to Bill Vance and Margie Ellen Snodgrass Vance. She had lived in Unicoi County most of her life. Donna was preceded in death by her father in 2010.
DORA ELIZABETH (BETTY) HAWKS
Posted May 25, 2011
Dora Elizabeth (Betty) Hawks, age 82, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2011 at her residence. She was born July 24, 1928 in West Virginia to the late Famous Jack and Bessie Hendricks Sexton. Dora enjoyed visiting with friends, going to church and the outdoors. She liked sitting in her rocker on her porch, going to Wal-Mart and in their day, she and her husband Marvin would go to the store for ice cream and pass the time away. She was a member of Shady Valley Baptist Church.
FARRIS J. STOUT
Posted May 25, 2011
Farris J. Stout, age 76, of the Beaver Dam Community of Vilas, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord following an extended illness on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at the Watauga Medical Center, Boone, North Carolina. He was born on September 26, 1934 to the late Wayne Victor Stout and Nora Elizabeth May Stout. In addition to his parents, Farris was preceded in death by a daughter, Crystal Dawn Stout; sisters: Charlotte Rominger and Ruby Green and brothers: Bruce, Elmer and Paul. He was of the Baptist faith.
JERRY HAROLD ROBERTS
Posted May 25, 2011
Jerry Harold Roberts, age 62, of Butler, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 16, 2011 at his residence. A native of Johnson County, Tennessee, he was born on November 24, 1948 to Sue Lowe Roberts and the late Hugo Roberts. Jerry worked for years in the furniture industry and enjoyed woodworking in his spare time also. He also loved to fish.
OPAL LOU COLDIRON WELCH
Posted May 25, 2011
Opal Lou Coldiron Welch, age 97 of Mountain City, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord on Friday, May 20, 2011. She was born February 2, 1914 in Ashe County, North Carolina, the third child of Eli and Clyde Davis Coldiron. She had two brothers and four sisters.
BEULAH M. MILLER
Posted May 18, 2011
Mrs. Beulah M. Miller, age 94, of Miller Road, Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 4, 2011. She was born on March 3, 1917 in Ashe County, NC to the late Presley and Myrtle Phipps Greer. IN addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Miller; a son and daughter-in-law, Vaughn and Ella Miller; an infant granddaughter and five brothers.
GARY McCLOUD
Posted May 18, 2011
Gary McCloud, age 41, of 3018 Highway 421 North, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Thursday, May 12, 2011. He was a son of the Lorraine McCloud and the late Bill McCloud. Gary was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and an employee of Iron Mountain Construction. His hobbies included deer hunting and he was an avid Tennessee football fan. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Leah Moretz and John Moretz and paternal grandfather Harry McCloud and paternal grandmother Hazel McCloud.
MARGARET S. GENTRY
Posted May 18, 2011
Margaret S. Gentry, age 84, of 351 Pinecrest Street, Mountain City, Tennessee passed Wednesday evening at her residence following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Crosswhite and Cora Lee Spiva. Ms. Gentry was a member of Mountain City Presbyterian Church. Her hobbies included writing, poetry, spending time with her grandchildren and going to church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Sam Gentry, a son Paul Gentry and several brothers and sisters.
MARY FRANCES SMITH
Posted May 18, 2011
Mary Frances Smith, age 94, of Mountain City, Tennessee and formerly of Butler, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 3, 2011. She was born on May 18, 1916 in Valley Crucis, North Carolina to the late Don and Addie Baird Mast. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence E. Roberts; her second husband, Charles E. Smith; one daughter, Ann Roberts Peters; siblings: Baby Girl Mast, Margaret Shoun Bishop, Irene Matheson Tolley, Loudean Allen, Howard Mast, Billy Mast and Donald L. Mast. She was a member of Little Milligan Baptist Church.
MR. GREGORY L. LIPHAM
Posted May 18, 2011
Mr. Gregory L. Lipham, age 55, of Carriage Lane, Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 12, 2011. He was born on September 23, 1955 in Atlanta, GA. He was preceded in death by his father, Hugh Lipham.
NANCY MAE CANNON
Posted May 18, 2011
2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
CALLIE MAE HICKS DUGGER
Posted May 12, 2011
Callie Mae Hicks Dugger, 84, of Detroit, MI, formerly of the Poga Community, passed away in Michigan on Tuesday, April 19, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Wheeler and Leona Presnell Hicks and was born in Carter County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Dugger; a son, Glen Dugger and three brothers, Dewey Hicks, Johnny Hicks and Arville Hicks. She was a member of the Piney Grove Christian Church.
HETTY GROSS MURPHY
Posted May 12, 2011
Hetty Gross Murphy, borne of the rugged beauty of south eastern Kentuckys, Leslie and Harlan Counties. Lacking in formative educations, but imbued with the desire to succeed, from a day laborer in the vegetable fields of Arizona, to the cotton fields of Texas, a succession of trials and tribulations to numerous to mention. She rose to the position of City Manager of a small town in west Texas. A devout Christian and centurion to God. 040520 - 02026, 0972480 – 12156. Onward to AbendHeim.
LESLIE ANN HANSON JOHNSON
Posted May 12, 2011
Leslie Ann Hanson Johnson, age 49, of 117 Hemlock Street, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 7, 2011 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Creighton Hanson and Donna Lee Zopfi Hanson. She loved gardening and landscaping.
LINDA SUE FOWLER
Posted May 12, 2011
Linda Sue Fowler, 55 of Scammon KS died Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Mount Vernon Missouri Rehabilitation Center.
MARGIE HUTCHINSON SHOEMAKER
Posted May 12, 2011
Margie Hutchinson Shoemaker, age 82, of Bristol, TN went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 4, 2011. She was born February 2, 1929 to the late James Jeff Lewis and Ruth Sallie Blevins Lewis. Margie lived in Shady Valley, TN for most of her life before moving to Bristol in recent years. She was a former employee of Raytheon but her greatest love was homemaking, cooking, and caring for her family. She loved bowling and was a former league bowler. Margie was a member of West Hills Christian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry Hutchinson, in 1978, and by her second husband, Clarence Shoemaker, in 2009.
THOMAS K. “CAT” BROWER
Posted May 12, 2011
Thomas K. “Cat” Bower, age 40 of 348 Oak Hills Lane, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Saturday morning, May 7th, 2011, at his residence. He was a son of the late William W. “Bill” Bower who passed away in 2010 and Sally A. Bower of Mountain City, Tennessee. Mr. Bower was a member of the Roan Creek Baptist Church. His hobbies included fishing, NASCAR, and working with youth league football. He was the commissioner for Johnson County Youth League Football and the president of Watauga Junior Athletics.
DOROTHY HERDMAN ISAACS
Posted May 4, 2011
Dorothy Herdman Isaacs, age 54, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, April 28, 2011. She was born on June 18, 1956 to the Late Elizabeth Manuel Herdman. In addition to her mother, Dorothy was preceded in death by her cherished grandmother, Venie Manuel.
LINDA E. ZANOTTI
Posted May 4, 2011
Linda E. Zanotti, age 53, of 627 Pine Orchard Road, Butler, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011 at her residence. She was a daughter of Frank Zanotti of Florida and Gertrude Breidenbach Zanotti of Columbia, Connecticut. Linda was a CCO in the library of The North East Correctional Center. Her hobbies included running, reading books, wagon trains, riding her horses and her two dogs Max and Gidget. She was preceded in death by her grandparents.
MAUDE A. ‘NANNY’ GREGG
Posted May 4, 2011
Maude A. ‘Nanny’ Gregg, age 93, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the Watauga Medical Center of Boone, North Carolina. She was born on June 9, 1917 to the late Ed and Virgie Shupe Phillippi. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Denver Gregg, who passed away August 19, 2006; step mother, Geneva ‘Neve’ Phillippi and several brothers and sisters.
ROBERT HAROLD “BOB” BUNTEN
Posted May 4, 2011
Robert Harold “Bob” Bunten, born May 12, 1944 passed away on the morning of April 25th, 2011 just as the Sun was rising, after a long battle with lung cancer, surrounded by his family, went home to be with his Lord. Bob was a native of Mountain City, TN, graduate of Johnson County High School, class of 1962. He then attended Bristol Speedwriting and Secretarial School where he successfully graduated. Beginning in 1967 Bob spent 42 years working as office manager for what is now known as Johnson County Funeral Home and Hux-Lipford Funeral Home. He was a retired employee of Daniel Boone Inn where he worked as employment manager for 30 years. He was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church where he was organist for many years, was a member of the Johnson County Jaycees, Lions Club and was past president of the Mountain City Rotary Club receiving the Paul Harris award in 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Doris Bunten.
DELLA RAE MARTIN
Posted April 27, 2011
Della Rae Martin, Sluder, age 79, of 1093 Heritage Farm Road, Hickory, N.C., passed away Monday, April 18, 2011 at her residence. She was born May 3, 1931 to the late Nick Martin and Rebecca Reece Martin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Sluder and a son, Steve Sluder.
GLADYS HILL EASTRIDGE YARBROUGH
Posted April 27, 2011
Mrs. Gladys Hill Eastridge Yarbrough, of Greensboro, died on April 23,
IVA LEE HOOSIER
Posted April 27, 2011
Mrs. Iva Lee Hoosier, age 76, of West Jefferson, NC and formerly of Roaring Fork Road, Creston, NC, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2011 at the Village of Ashe Assisted Living. She was born on July 21, 1934 to the late Charles Wood and Callie Mayberry Wood. In addition to her parents, Iva Lee was preceded in death by her husband Clifford Hoosier and one son, Jerry Hoosier. She enjoyed embroidering, crafts and working crossword puzzles. Iva Lee’s family was her pride and joy and she loved to take care of them.
JAMES EDWARD DUGGER
Posted April 27, 2011
James Edward Dugger, age 81, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. He was born on June 15, 1929 to the late Hiram Hunter Dugger and Barbara Keller Dugger. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by two sons: Edward Dugger and Randy Dugger; sisters, Geneva Pilkin and Kate Fritts, and a brother, Truman Dugger. James had retired from the James H. Quillen Veterans Administration Medical Center after 30 years of service. He was a United States Army Veteran having served in the Korean War. James was a member of the Roan Creek Masonic Lodge #679 for 52 years. He was of the Baptist faith.
JOHN JOSEPH WILCOX
Posted April 27, 2011
John Joseph Wilcox, age 80, of Avondale PA and formerly of Mountain City, TN, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Saturday, April 23, 2011 at Christiana Hospital of DE. He was born in Mountain City, TN on March 28, 1931 to the late Taft and Selma Wilcox. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by two sons: Tommy J Wilcox and Jimmy E. Wilcox and one daughter, Barbara A. Gentry. He was a retired carpenter of Union Local 626 and a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Churches of Avondale, PA and Mountain City, TN. John enjoyed living life to the fullest and he loved to travel.
LETA F. DORMAN
Posted April 27, 2011
Leta F. Dorman, age 46, of 1325 Slimp Branch Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Tuesday morning, April 19, 2011 at her residence after an extended illness. She was a daughter of Al Lawson and the late Ilene Payne Lawson. Leta loved gardening, sewing, cooking and the church. She was a member of Victory Chapel Cowboy Church.
MARGARET LOUISE MAHALA
Posted April 27, 2011
Mrs. Margaret Louise Mahala age 80, of Creston, NC went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, April 17, 2011. Mrs. Mahala was born on June 21, 1930 in Ashe County to Everett and Beatrice Cornett Lewis. Mrs. Mahala was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Owen Mahala, brother: Carl Lewis, sister and brother-in-law: Georgia and Howard Dougherty.
MYRTLE MUSE MITCHELL
Posted April 27, 2011
Myrtle Muse Mitchell, age 92 of Knoxville, born October 26, 1918 in Prince Rupert, B.C., Canada passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2011 with her family by her side. Mrs. Mitchell was a longtime member of First Lutheran Church. She retired as the Director of Nursing and Assistant Administrator of Hillcrest South Nursing Home in 1998. Since her retirement she was extremely active with her family and friends. She loved traveling and was a hospital volunteer.
HAZEL BESS ‘NINI’ WILSON
Posted April 20, 2011
Hazel Bess ‘Nini’ Wilson, age 99, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center.
JOHN D. BLEVINS
Posted April 20, 2011
John D. Blevins, age 74, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at the James H. Quillen Veterans Administration Medical Center of Mountain Home, Tennessee. He was born on September 2, 1936 to the late Fred Sheets and Winnie Blevins. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by sisters, Maude Sheets and Martha Sheets and brothers: Jack Sheets, Ben Sheets and Jess Sheets. John enjoyed working with wood and was a carpenter by trade. He was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church.
SHIRLEY J. MABRY
Posted April 20, 2011
Shirley J. Mabry, 72, of Limestone Tennessee died at her home on Sunday, April 17, 2011
ERLEEN FARMER LAWRENCE
Posted April 13, 2011
Mrs. Erleen Farmer Lawrence, age 66, of Crumpler passed, away Friday evening, April 8, 2011 at Margate Health & Rehab Center.
MAMIE GRACE ELLER
Posted April 13, 2011
Ms. Grace Eller, age 94, of 891 Shingletown Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday morning April 8, 2011 at her residence. She is the daughter of the late Isaac Garfield Allen and Ida Mae Sexton Allen. Ms. Eller was a member of the Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. Her hobbies included: Quilting and Gardening. She loved traveling to the Great Smokey Mountains with Bernice, JoAnne and Minnie. Ms. Eller also worked in a military defense plant. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her four sisters, Betty Pearl Owens, Kay Carr, Minnie Smith, and Ruth Breeding. Two nieces; Bernice McFadden and JoAnne Profitt.
MARY JEAN TODD
Posted April 13, 2011
On April 8, 2011 at 11:30 p.m., Mary Jean Todd, age 84, of Mountain City, TN and formerly of Vero Beach, FL, left to be with her husband, mother, father, brother and daughter. She passed peacefully at home with her daughter and granddaughter at her side. She will always be remembered as a kind and loving soul, who never met a stranger that didn’t admire her honest and caring ways. We know that those who have her now are as happy as we are sad to lose her. And so goes the “great circle of life.”
NINA WARD
Posted April 13, 2011
Nina Ward, age 77, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, April 07, 2011 at her residence. She was a native of Flint, Michigan, born on December 18, 1933 to the late Francis and Ethel Parker Harp. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Louis L. Harp. Nina retired from interior designing. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church but had also attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
RUTH W. ROARK
Posted April 13, 2011
Ruth W. Roark, age 80, of Mountain City, TN, formerly of Toughkenamon, PA passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center . She was the wife of the late Ralph H. Roark who passed away in 1986.
DAVID "BERT" STOUT, SR
Posted April 6, 2011
David "Bert" Stout, Sr. went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 5, 2011, at his home after a lengthy illness. His family would like to take this time to thank all of the wonderful people at Ahava Hospice (formerly Ascension Hospice) for their tender loving care of our loved one.
DON ROARK
Posted April 6, 2011
Don Roark, age 75, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at his residence. He was born on June 9, 1935 to the late John and Kate Jones Roark. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by two sisters: Virgie Brown and Ruth Campbell and two brothers: William Roark and Dave Roark. Don was a farmer and had also worked most of his life in the apple orchards. He was a member of Harmon Chapel Christian Church.
EDITH PEARL POTTER
Posted April 6, 2011
Edith Pearl Potter, age 86, of Butler, Tennessee, and formerly of Clayton, DE, went home comfortably to be with her Lord on Monday, March 28, 2011 at her residence. She was born on February 14, 1925 to the late Logan and Laura Bell Bowers Crowe. In addition to her parents, Edith was preceded in death by her husband Donald Fred Potter; three sons: James C. Potter, William E. Potter and Edward F. Potter and a grandson, Mark Jewell. She was a member of Dyson Grove Baptist Church.
PEARL OSBORNE
Posted April 6, 2011
Ms. Pearl Osborne, age 97, of 919 Medical Park Drive, Mountain City, TN and formerly of Shady Valley, TN passed away Saturday April 2, 2011, at the Mountain City Care Center. She was the daughter of the late George Campbell and Emmer Farmer Campbell. She was a native of Ashe County, N.C. She was a homemaker. Pearl loved cooking, canning and gardening. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Osborne who died in 2006; also a daughter Barbara A. Sturgill; two sisters, Thelma Nichols and Tressie Farmer; and five brothers, Conley, Willard, Ivan, Herman and Thurman Campbell.
RONNIE ROARK
Posted April 6, 2011
Ronnie Roark, age 55 of 1833 Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, TN passed away at his residence Thursday March 31, 2011. Mr. Roark was a native of Shady Valley TN.
BERNEST MARTIN TRIVETTE
Posted March 30, 2011
Bernest Martin “Wease” Trivette, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2011 at his residence. He was born October 3, 1936 to the late James Russell Trivette and Estie Grace Gentry Trivette Bailey. Bernest retired as Maintenance Manager for the State of Tennessee Northeast Correctional Complex. He liked horses and was a faithful member of Locust Gap Freewill Baptist Church.
DONNA CAROL SLUDER MCQUEEN
Posted March 30, 2011
Donna Carol Sluder McQueen, age 48, of Laurel Bloomery, formerly of Shady Valley, passed away Monday, March 14, 2011 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC following an extended illness. She was a daughter of Bessie Lou Stanley Sluder and the late Loyd “Junior” Sluder. Donna was a former employee of Levi Strauss and Duke Power Company. She was a member of Shady Valley Christian Church. Her hobbies included reading, visiting neighbors, walking and watching TV. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald McQueen, an uncle, Bill Stanley, paternal grandparents, Loyd and Cornie Sluder, and maternal grandparents, Alfred and Judy Stanley. Donna loved everyone and everyone was special to Donna.
JOHN EASTRIDGE
Posted March 30, 2011
John Eastridge, age 72, of Laurel Bloomery, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at his residence.
SAM TAYLOR
Posted March 30, 2011
Sam Taylor of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee passed away early Tuesday morning, March 29, 2011. Sam was retired from the U.S. Postal Service.
ARCHIE MONROE CROWDER
Posted March 23, 2011
Archie Monroe Crowder, 58, of S. Vermont St. died at his home on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Born on February 19, 1953 in Cumberland County, he was the son of the late Otis Luther Crowder and Flora Alice Peterson Crowder. Archie was a forest ranger by profession, and he spent many hours as an educational volunteer speaking to school children about forestry. He loved nature and all things related to forestry. He was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church in Smithfield where he served as a deacon and elder. He was active in Boy Scouts for over twenty years. Archie was a pilot and loved to fly. He was a loving and caring son, husband, father, brother, and uncle and he will be greatly missed.
DOROTHY B. FORRESTER
Posted March 23, 2011
Dorothy B. Forrester, age 91, of Mountain City, TN, passed away on March 20, 2011at her home following a long illness. She was born on January 14, 1920 to Sallie Crigger and Charles M. Blankenbeckler, both preceding her in death. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, William A. ‘Willie’ Forrester, who passed away on September 28, 2001; a son, Mike Forrester; grandsons: Steve Blevins and Chris Mahan; a brother, an aunt; an uncle and a special caretaker, Mae Garland. As a child, Dorothy and her brother Charles were cared for by their Aunt and Uncle Fannie and Oscar Blankenbeckler in the Pleasant Valley Community.
EARL BROWN
Posted March 23, 2011
Mr. Edwin Earl Brown, age 87 of Conyers, died Wednesday, March 16, 2011. He was born in Johnson County, TN on June 14, 1923 to the late Robert B. and Hattie Adams Brown, and raised in Mountain City, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Wagner Brown and sister, Virginia Phillippi. He is survived by his daughter, Jeanne Rue, Covington; grandchildren, Michael and Melody Rue, Conyers, Lisa and Michael Dickson, Covington; great-grandchildren, Shane Rue, Mikey Rue, Amanda Rue, and Austin Rue; sister, Evelyn Blevins, Charlotte, NC. Earl served as a Coxswain in the United States Navy during WWII. He served in the North Africa Campaign, in Italy, and participated in the third wave in Normandy on Omaha and Utah Beaches. He was a Master Mason of Shelby Lodge No. 162 in Bristol, VA. Earl was a former member of Honey Creek Country Club and was an avid golfer and general aviation pilot. Family will receive friends Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the funeral home. A private family interment will be held at GA National Cemetery in Canton, GA.
ERIC HOPKINS
Posted March 23, 2011
Mr. Eric Hopkins, age 36, of Mountain City, formerly of Ashe County died Saturday morning, March 19, 2011 at Johnson City Medical Center.
JOHN THOMAS NAVE
Posted March 23, 2011
John Thomas Nave, 89, former Mayor of Greenwood, and husband of Erminie McKnight Nave, of 606 Brooklane Drive, Greenwood, SC, passed away on March 3, 2011.
RUBY MORETZ FRITTS
Posted March 23, 2011
Ruby Moretz Fritts, age 90, of Mountain City, TN, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2011 at the Watauga Medical Center of Boone, North Carolina. She was born on February 23, 1921 to the late V.L. and Julia Hopkins Moretz. In addition to her parents, Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Joseph M. ‘Jake’ Fritts, who passed away on October 12, 2010; sisters: Eleanor Moretz Lookabill and Pearl Moretz Smith and brother, Grady Moretz Sr. Ruby loved to work in her garden with her late husband Jake. She also enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Ruby was a member of Grace Lutheran Church of Boone, North Carolina.
THEODORE E. VANNOY
Posted March 23, 2011
Theodore E. Vannoy, age 90, of Damascus Virginia passed away Monday, March 14, 2011 at his residence. He was a life long resident of Washington County, Virginia and was a son of the late Walter and Agatha Vannoy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corp, serving in World War II. Mr. Vannoy was a member of the V.F.W. Post No. 9830 and American Legion Post No. 135. He was retired from Mobay Incorporation in Damascus, Virginia. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Damascus, Virginia. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Marie Vannoy; and two brothers and two sisters.
BABY GRACIE MAE FRANKLIN
Posted March 16, 2011
Baby Gracie Mae Franklin, infant daughter of Kendra Pierce and Adam Franklin, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 12, 2011. She was preceded in death by paternal great grandparents, James and Floy Franklin and maternal great grandparents, Harley and DellaRae McCoy.
BILLY JOE ‘B.J.’ WEAVER
Posted March 16, 2011
Billy Joe ‘B.J.’ Weaver, age 71, of Shady Valley, TN, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at his residence. He was born on March 24, 1939 in Whitetop, Virginia to the late Joey and Mamie Wilcox Weaver. In addition to his parents, B.J. was preceded in death by his wife, Emma Jenkins Thomas Weaver, who passed away on October 29, 2009 and two brothers: Ralph Weaver and Rex Weaver.
DAYNA BRENNEMAN
Posted March 16, 2011
Dayna Brenneman, age 48, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to a better place on Monday, March 7, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She is deeply loved and will never be forgotten.
JAMES ELWOOD ISLEY
Posted March 16, 2011
James Elwood Isley, 83, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at High Point Regional Medical Center. James was born to the late Oadist and Blanche Boone Isley in Almance County, NC. He was a Navy Veteran during peace time. James was a manager for Burlington Industries for 45 years, retiring in 1988. He was a member of the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in Thomasville and he was a Mason. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by a brother, Alvin Isley.
JAMES PAUL DUNN, JR.
Posted March 16, 2011
James Paul Dunn Jr., age 48, of 512 Prince Street, Bristol, Virginia passed away Saturday, March 5, 2011 at UT Medical Hospital. He was the son of James Paul Dunn Sr. and the late Elizabeth Sharon Smithson Dunn.
JOHNNY “J.C.” CORUM
Posted March 16, 2011
Johnny “J.C.” Corum of 5852 Big Dry Run Road of Butler, passed away on March 12, 2011 at the Life Care Center of Elizabethton. He was born in Chester County, PA. He was the son of the late Jeff Church his stepfather and Ruth Walsh. Johnny was the owner of JC Laundry and a member of Midway Baptist Church. After living in PA and Arizona for years, he returned to Tennessee in 1998. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Billy and Jimmy Corum.
REBA WARNER SIMERLY
Posted March 16, 2011
Reba Warner Simerly, age 87, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at Mountain City Care Center in Mountain City, Tennessee. She is a native of Zionville, North Carolina and was the daughter of the late Charles and Faye Younce Warner. She had lived in Fort Walton Beach, Florida for twenty years prior to moving to Damascus, Virginia in 2000. She was an active member of Wright Baptist Church in Fort Walton Beach, Florida and First Baptist Church in Damascus, Virginia. Mrs. Simerly was a full time volunteer at Westwood Retirement Center in Fort Walton Beach. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, George Simerly; two sons, Cully Simerly and Gary Simerly; her step-father, Frank Smythe; and one sister, Helma “Dolly” Shoun.
ROBETT ALLEN ‘BOB’ ADAMS
Posted March 16, 2011
Robert Allen ‘Bob’ Adams, 77, of Russell Beach Road, Vilas, died Thursday, March 10, 2011 at his home. Born November 20, 1933 in Watauga County, he was a son of Dolph and Ellen McNeil Adams. Bob was a member of Vilas Valley Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and retired from the steam Plant at ASU.
SAMUEL E. (SAM) WILSON
Posted March 16, 2011
Samuel E. (Sam) Wilson, age 79, of 1450 Rainbow Road, Mountain City, Tennessee went home to be with his Lord March 12, 2011. Mr. Wilson was a native of Johnson County, Tennessee. He was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Mountain City, Tennessee. Mr. Wilson was a Veteran of the U.S. Army; was retired from Chrysler Motors after 33 years. His hobbies were woodworking and gardening. In addition to his parents, Lafayett and Hessie Phillips Wilson, a Grandson Christopher Wilson of Delaware, died in 1998, all preceding him in death.
CECIL C. GEPHART
Posted March 9, 2011
Cecil C. Gephart, age 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, March 4, 2011. He was born on March 26, 1931 to the late Clarence and Isophine Showers Gephart. In addition to his parents, Cecil was preceded in death by a daughter, Tammy Lou Gephart. He loved to go fishing, ‘tinker’ on junk and fix various things.
DANA LEWIS
Posted March 9, 2011
Mr. Dana Lewis, of Newark, Delaware, formerly of Trade, Tennessee passed away Monday, February 28, 2011. He was a son of the late Dolphus C. and Inez Lewis. While living in Newark Dana was a member of Calvary Baptist and was active in serving the church. He was a Medic in the Korean War. Dana retired from Chrysler Corporation where he held a high position and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Dana loved gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Bruce Lewis, and one sister, Ruth Lewis.
EARL C. PHILLIPS
Posted March 9, 2011
Earl C. Phillips, age 88, of Little Dry Run Rd., Butler, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, March 6, 2011 in Johnson City. He was born on June 4, 1922 in Mountain City, Tennessee, to the late Andrew and Myrtle Reese Phillips. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by a daughter, Margie Maxwell; two sisters; two brothers and two grandchildren: Randy Kevin Brown and Adam Mark Brown. He was a United States Army Veteran having served during World War II in Germany, where he was wounded during combat. Earl was a member of Dyson Grove Baptist Church.
EVA BROWN TESTER
Posted March 9, 2011
Eva Brown Tester, age 90, of Big Dry Run Road, Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, March 02, 2011 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born on June 22, 1920 to the late James and Stella Hagie Brown. In addition to her parents, Eva was preceded in death by her husband, Haskell Tester; an infant daughter, Shirley Tester; sister: Valah Dugger and brothers: Atley Brown, Don Brown, Ree Brown, Stanley Brown, Hayden Brown and S.S. ‘Shirley’ Brown. She was a former employee of Blue Ridge Shoe Company. Eva was a member of Sugargrove Baptist Church, where she also taught Sunday school and sang in the church choir.
JOSHUA ALLEN CORNETT
Posted March 9, 2011
Joshua Allen Cornett, age 23, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, went to be with his family on March 2, 2011. He was born on June 10, 1987 to Keith Edward Cornett and Vannie Kay Mahala Cornett. He was preceded in death by one uncle, Freddie Joe Mahala. Joshua was a student at Northeast Community College.
KATHLEEN S. LOVE
Posted March 9, 2011
Ms. Kathleen S. Love, age 94, of the Sutherland Community in Creston, NC passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at Glenbridge Care Center in Boone, NC. She was a daughter of the late R.H. Sutherland and Elizabeth Mast Sutherland. Ms. Love was a member of Sutherland United Methodist Church, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and her hobbies included farming, cows, sewing and reading. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Steele Love in 1999; one sister Ella Mae Clark and one brother Robert Sutherland.
CHARLES N. ULERY, JR.
Posted March 2, 2011
Charles N. Ulery, Jr., age 37 of 3560 Beech Mtn. Road, Elk Park, died Saturday February 26, 2011.
EARL W. BROWN
Posted March 2, 2011
Earl W. Brown, age 79, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away into the loving arms of his Savior on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at the Watauga Medical Center of Boone, North Carolina. He was born on March 19, 1931 to the late General Lee Brown and Dovie Pennell Brown. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by step-son, Ervin Lewis; sister, Julia Mae Hodge; brothers: Raleigh Brown, infants General Clay Brown and Wesley Brown; grandchildren: Gabriel Abaiah Noah Brown, Robert Aaron Brown and William Elijah Brown; great grandchild, Anthony Domenic Cancellieri and a brother-in-law, Ray Brown. Earl was a former employee for Brown Construction and Snyder Brothers Sawmill. One of Earl’s biggest enjoyments was going to yard sales. He was a member of Centerview Church of Christ.
FRANCES O. MCLAUGHLIN FOSTER
Posted March 2, 2011
Frances O. Mclaughlin Foster, age 92, of Oxford, PA , formerly of Kennett Square, PA, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2011 at the Ware Presbyterian Village in Oxford, PA. She was the wife of the late Robert E. Foster, who passed away in 2008 and with whom she shared 34 years of marriage. Her first husband of 34 years, Wallace “Sax” McLaughlin, Sr., passed away in 1972.
FRED GARLAND
Posted March 2, 2011
Fred Garland, 94, of Shady Valley passed away Monday, February 28, 2011 at Bristol Regional Medical Center.
KIM WIDENER
Posted March 2, 2011
Kim Widener, age 41, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 21, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born on November 3, 1969 in Maryland to June Lewis and Larry Jenkins. Kim was a former employee of Northeast Correctional Facility. Kim was a very outgoing person who loved her family and friends very much. She was a member of Stateline Baptist Church.
LINDSAY ANNE FREEMAN
Posted March 2, 2011
Lindsay Anne Freeman, 24, of Clinton, NJ died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011 at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on the Baltimore Beltway. Ms. Freeman was born September 29, 1986 in Flemington, NJ, the daughter of Scott and Susan Freeman of Clinton, NJ. Lindsay resided in Baltimore, Maryland for the last two years, working full time as an accountant while pursuing her Master's Degree in accounting from Towson University. She completed her undergraduate studies in 2009 and graduated with a degree in accounting from the University of Rhode Island. Prior to attending URI, Lindsay was a 2005 graduate of North Hunterdon High School. While in college, Lindsay was an active member in the Women's mentoring group, WOWW, where she assisted in the development of countless young women.
MRS. ADELL ELDERETH CARTER
Posted March 2, 2011
Mrs. Adell Eldreth Carter age 91, of Lansing, NC died on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Carter was born on April 27, 1919 in Ashe County to Arthur and Lila Sheets Eldreth. In addition to her parents Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Carter, two sons, Paul Carter, Danny Carter, 3 sisters and 2 brothers. She was a member for 64 years of Pond Mountain Primitive Baptist Church. Cooking Sunday meals and holiday meals for her family and spending time with them was one of her great joys. She was a loving person; she never met a stranger. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother and friend.
RUTH WILSON-ARNOLD
Posted March 2, 2011
Ruth Wilson-Arnold, age 85, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born on May 3, 1925 in Trade, Tennessee to the late Marvin S. and Freda ‘Mammy’ Parks Wilson. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, James Russell Arnold, who passed away on March 11, 2009 and one daughter, Jo Ann Powell.
ALBERT R. BROWN
Posted February 23, 2011
Albert R. Brown, age 70, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. He was born on December 15, 1940 to Mary Ellen Hammons Brown of Mountain City, Tennessee and the late Lewis Brown. Albert was an automotive mechanic for many years.
BABY CAMRON MELBA BROOKS
Posted February 23, 2011
Baby Camron Melba Brooks, infant daughter of Amanda Schofield and Chadwick Brooks, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February, 16, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center.
FLORENCE MATHERLY TRIVETTE
Posted February 23, 2011
Florence Matherly Trivette, 85, Johnson City, passed away at her home on Sunday, February 20th with her family at her side.
FRED WORLEY STOUT
Posted February 23, 2011
Fred Worley Stout, 87, Butler, passed away Saturday February 12, 2011, in the Johnson City Medical Center.
J.R. JONES
Posted February 23, 2011
Mr. J. R. Jones age 80, of Creston, NC died on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at Watauga Medical Center. Mr. Jones was born August 26, 1930 in Ashe County to the late Ralston and Verda Allen Jones. In addition to his parents Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his brother, Farris Jones. Mr. Jones retired from Burlington Industries and also worked at Tweetsie Railroad. He enjoyed playing pool and was an avid racecar fan.
MARY L. WOODARD LEWIS
Posted February 23, 2011
Mrs. Mary L. Woodard Lewis age 78, of Creston, NC died Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at her home. Mrs. Lewis was born November 16, 1932 in Ashe County, to the late Roy and Ollie Eastridge Woodard. Mrs. Lewis was preceded in death by her ex husband, Wade Lewis and brothers: Royce & R. C. Woodard.
PEARL SNYDER
Posted February 23, 2011
Pearl Snyder, age 90, of Mountain City, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. She was born in Johnson County on March 27, 1920 to the late Charlie and Hester Dunn Icenhour. Pearl was a very hard worker and enjoyed working in her garden, canning and cooking, which she was very good at. Pearl was a member of First Baptist Church.
RUTH WILSON-ARNOLD
Posted February 23, 2011
Ruth Wilson-Arnold, age 85, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born on May 3, 1925 in Trade, Tennessee to the late Marvin S. and Freda ‘Mammy’ Parks Wilson. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, James Russell Arnold, who passed away on March 11, 2009 and one daughter, Jo Ann Powell.
OSIE SHEPHERD
Posted February 16, 2011
Osie Shepherd, age 99, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center in Mountain City, Tennessee. She was a life long resident of Shady Valley, Tennessee and was the daughter of the late James and Altha Gentry. She was a member of Crandull Church of Christ for over 70 years and was a member of the Shady Valley Senior Citizens Center and Home Demonstration Club in Shady Valley, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Shepherd; two sons, Alton Shepherd and Gerald Shepherd; two sons-in-law, Opie Long and Lee Perry; two grandsons, three brothers, and two sisters.
TOMMY M. CORNETT
Posted February 16, 2011
Tommy M. Cornett, age 75, of 142 McCauley Lane, Boone, died Friday evening, February 11, 2011, at Watauga Medical Center.
BRENT PIKE ROBINSON
Posted February 9, 2011
Brent Pike Robinson, age 74, of 954 Owl Hollow Road, Shady Valley, TN passed away Tuesday night, February 1, 2011 in Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol, TN. He was a United States Army veteran having served in the Korean War. Mr. Robinson was a retired employee of Sprint. He was a son of the late Dana and Pauline Robinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Edna Robinson and a son Danny Robinson.
DOT MOREFIELD
Posted February 9, 2011
Dot Morefield, age 66, Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. She was born on June 23, 1944 to the late Earl and Ruby Dyson Woods. In addition to her parents, Dot was preceded in death by a daughter, Wanda Friley; two sons: Ronald Stanley and Freddie Stanley; one sister, Margie Stanley; one brother, Clifford Woods and first step grandson, Evan Nichols..
HENRY DORAN PRESSINELL
Posted February 9, 2011
Henry Doran Pressinell died February 4, 2011 at the Orlando Regional Medical Center, Orlando, Florida.
KATHLEEN WALLACE
Posted February 9, 2011
Kathleen Wallace, age 78, of Trade, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, February 03, 2011. She was born on May 16, 1932 to the late Coote and Florance Miller Price. In addition to her parents, Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Luther Wallace, who passed away December 20, 2009; one son, Wayne Burl Wallace; sister, June Cooper, brothers: Jake Price and Howard Price and brother-in-law, Lee R. Wallace. She was a former employee of Danny Herman Trucking, where she had worked for 22 years. Kathleen was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Evergreen Baptist Church.
MARGURITTE J. LOWE
Posted February 9, 2011
Marguritte J. Lowe, age 91, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, February 3, 2011 at Franklin Woods Community Hospital. She was born on February 10, 1919 in Bell Air, Maryland to the late James Willis and Vada Ann Robinson Jordan. In addition to her parents, Marguritte was preceded in death by her husband, Farley A. Lowe, who passed away in 1992; sister, Helen Collins; brothers: Ray Denver Jordan, Willis Jordan Jr., James Earl Jordan, Samuel ‘SD’ Jordan and Russell Jordan and grandson, Billy Russell III.
MINNIE BELLE FARMER HARLOW
Posted February 9, 2011
Minnie Belle Farmer Harlow, age 89, wife of Grady Harlow of 204 Westwind Road, died Sunday, December 26, 2010 at the AnMed Health Medical Center.
MRS. ANTHEA STUCKEY ALDRIDGE
Posted February 9, 2011
Mrs. Anthea Stuckey Aldridge, age 69 passed away Friday February 4, 2011 at her home.
MRS. RUBY ABEL AUTON
Posted February 9, 2011
Mrs. Ruby Abel Auton, age 97, passed away on February 1, 2011 at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care. Mrs. Auton was born in Johnson County, TN on November 15, 1913 to the late William and Sally Greer Abel. She was married to the late Glen C. Auton.
MS. WILLIE ELEANOR REECE
Posted February 9, 2011
Ms. Willie Eleanor Reece, age 87, of Eccles, West Virginia and formerly of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2011 at the Beckley Appalachian Regional Healthcare Hospital. She was born on November 7, 1923 to the late Robert William Barker and Velma Imogene Huggins Barker. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband Edward Tolliver Reece; a sister, Rebecca Rankins and a brother, Robert Herman Barker. Eleanor had retired from the Raleigh General Hospital where she was a lab tech. Following retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, crocheting, quilting and sewing.
OSIE SHEPHERD
Posted February 9, 2011
Osie Shepherd, age 99, of Shady Valley, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center in Mountain City, Tennessee. She was a life long resident of Shady Valley, Tennessee and was the daughter of the late James and Altha Gentry. She was a member of Crandull Church of Christ for over 70 years and was a member of the Shady Valley Senior Citizens Center and Home Demonstration Club in Shady Valley, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Shepherd; two sons, Alton Shepherd and Gerald Shepherd; two sons-in-law, Opie Long and Lee Perry; two grandsons, three brothers, and two sisters.
APRIL CAROL SHOUN
Posted February 2, 2011
April Carol Shoun Greenwell, age 39, of Greggs Branch Rd., Butler, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2011.
BABY ISAIAH TIMOTHY SCOTT HANSEN
Posted February 2, 2011
Baby Isaiah Timothy Scott Hansen went home peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center, Children’s Hospital. He was born on January 9, 2011 to Scott and Eden Hansen.
EVA MAE HORNE
Posted February 2, 2011
Eva Mae Horne, age 68, of 456 Slabtown Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away in the Johnson City Medical Center, Friday, January 28, 2011 after a brief illness. Mrs. Horne was a native of Johnson County and the daughter of the late Walter Clyde Roberts and Ella Mae Roberts. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy Miller and Carolyn Wright; five brothers, Jack Roberts, Toots Roberts, J. L. Roberts, Bobby Roberts and Lonnie Roberts. Mrs. Horne was a homemaker and a retired CNA of the Johnson County Hospital. She loved spending time with her family, reading the Bible, gardening, working in her flowers and writing poetry.
GEORGE MILLER STANG
Posted February 2, 2011
George Miller Stang, age 82 of 972 Roan Valley Drive, Mountain City, TN went home to be with his Lord, from his residence Sunday January 30, 2011. Mr Stang was a native of Dawsonville, Maryland, but had made his home in Mountain City, TN for a number of years.
JAY WILBURN CHAPPELL
Posted February 2, 2011
Jay Wilburn Chappell, age 65, of Lenoir, NC, went home to be with his Lord on January 24, 2011. He was born on February 17, 1945 in Johnson County, TN. He was the son of the late Sarah Francis Chappell. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a son, Carroll Jay and an aunt, Effie Jane Chappell.
JEFFERY BLAKE STANLEY
Posted February 2, 2011
Jeffery Blake Stanley, age 48, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2011.
REV. HASKEL INGRAM
Posted February 2, 2011
Rev. Haskel Ingram Jr. 85, Hampton went home to be with his Lord Thursday, January 27, 2011, in the Hillview Health Center.
ROBERT BAILEY JR.
Posted January 26, 2011
Robert Bailey, Jr., age 73, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, January 17, 2011. He was born on May 20, 1937 in West Virginia to the late James and Lucy Justice Bailey. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Patsy Bailey; sister, Florence Lockhart and brothers: Herbert Bailey and Minus Bailey. He was a former electrician for the coal mines. Robert was a member of Central Baptist Church of Mountain City, Tennessee, where he also served as Chairman of the church grounds committee.
HAROLD W. HESS
Posted January 19, 2011
Mr. Harold W. Hess, age 83, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, January 13, 2011. He was born on February 16, 1927 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to the late Garnett and Blanche McVey Hess. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hess was preceded in death by a son, Gary Lee Hess; a grandson, Richard Eugene Vanover and one nephew.
MARJORIE STUMP
Posted January 19, 2011
Marjorie Stump, age 98 of 288 W E Neatherly Road, Mountain City, Tennessee passed away Friday, January 14, 2011 after a brief illness in the Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center, 919 Medical Park Drive, Mountain City, Tennessee. Ms. Stump was the daughter of the late W. L. and Ellen Tester Neatherly. She was a member of the First Christian Church. She was a homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her spouse, Paul Stump in 1992. Two brothers, Earl Neatherly and James R. Neatherly. Two sisters, Christine E. Morefield and Mabel C. Gentry.
PRESTON “PRET” WILLIAMS
Posted January 19, 2011
Mr. Preston “Pret” Williams, 89, formerly of Butler went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 14, 2011 in the Hermitage Health Center following an extended illness. He was the son of the late Andy and Emma Williams and was born in Carter County. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Mae Oliver Williams; two brothers, D.C. Williams and Earnest Williams; and one sister, Amanda Jane Perry. He was retired from Burlington Industries and was of the Baptist faith.
WILLARD RAY “WHITEY” POPE
Posted January 19, 2011
Willard Ray “Whitey” Pope, age 82 of 1170 Bryan Davis Road, Creston, North Carolina passed away Wednesday morning, January 12, 2011, in Ashe Memorial Hospital. He was a son of the late Ed and Pansy Blevins Pope. Mr. Pope was of the Baptist faith. He was employed at Thomasville Furniture for 22 years and also worked in the sawmill industry for 30 years. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and playing the guitar. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Anna Pope, and three brothers, Thurman, Russ and Johnny Pope.
HASSIE LEONDAS DUGGER WOLFE
Posted January 12, 2011
Hassie Leondas Dugger Wolfe, age 86, of Mountain City, Tennessee and formerly of Butler, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2011 at the Mountain City Care Center. She was born on October 14, 1924 in Butler, Tennessee, to the late Thomas Clayton Dugger and Betty Augusta Arney Dugger. In addition to her parents, Hassie was preceded in death by her husband, William Lawrence Wolfe; one son, Jim Wolfe; sisters: Selma McGuire and Pearl Brown; brothers: Carl Dugger, Glen Dugger, Dayton Dugger and grandchild, Janie Wolfe. Hassie was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and loved helping people in her community and was loved by all and will truly be missed. She was a lifelong member of Sugar Grove Baptist Church.
ROBERT EARL REECE
Posted January 12, 2011
Robert Earl Reece, age 88, born on May 7, 1922 to the late James C. and Lura Mains Reece, entered into rest on Tuesday morning, January 4, 2011 at the Veterans Administration Mountain Home facility.
DOT CROSSWHITE
Posted January 5, 2011
Dot Crosswhite, age 95, formerly of Mountain City, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at Asbury Place Nursing Home in Johnson City, TN. She was the daughter of the late Roanzy and Mary Arney Long. Dot was a native of Johnson County and a member of Bethel Baptist Church. She loved to cook and enjoyed company. Besides her parents she was proceeded in death by a daughter, Pat Isaacs, and a son, John Crosswhite, four brothers, Lon Long, Mitch Long, Ed Long, and Bea Long, three sisters, Stella Roberts, Elsie Fredrick, and Reba Greene.
MONA LISA BROWN
Posted January 5, 2011
Mona Lisa Brown, age 24, of Butler, Tennessee, formerly of Elizabethton, Tennessee, where she had lived for 12 years, went to her Heavenly Home on Monday, December 27, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Boone, North Carolina on March 14, 1986 to Delores Brown of Butler, Tennessee and the late George Robert Brown, who passed away on October 13, 2009. In addition to her ‘Daddy’, Mona was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, ‘Dranny and Poppie’, Jake and Cora Lee McFadden; paternal grandparents, ‘Granny and Grandpa’, Betty and Claude Brown and her cousin, Robbie McFadden.
PHYLLIS ANN WARD
Posted January 5, 2011
Phyllis Ann Ward, 69, passed away January 1, 2011 in Columbus, OH after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. She was born and raised in Shady Valley, TN. Most of her life she lived the mountainous regions of Tennessee and North Carolina. Her home was in Mountain City, TN for many years. Her devotion was to her husband and children.
SCOTT DANIEL WATSON
Posted January 5, 2011
Scott Daniel Watson, 37, of Hwy 18 South, Moravian Falls, died Saturday, December 25, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born November 12, 1973 in Caldwell County to Johnny and Ann Myers Graybeal.
WINNIE FAYE HEARL WARREN
Posted January 5, 2011
Winnie Faye Hearl Warren, age 90, of Bristol, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at The Cambridge House.
