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ALLRED, Cordell
LIVINGSTON, TENNESSEE: Cordell Allred, 90, died October 23, 2001. He was born March 20, 1911 to the late Virgil and Susie Cantrell Allred. He was the retired owner of Allred's Garage, and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by two grandchildren, Jackie Danner of Celina, and David Allred of Celina; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Dishman Allred; a son, Elbert Ray Allred; his parents; and a great-grandson. Burial was at Overton County Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Speck Funeral Home.

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ARDOIN, Irene
PIGEON FORGE, TENNESSEE: Irene Ardoin, 81, died April 29, 2001. She was born July 15, 1919 in New Orleans, LA. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Bill Garrison; a brother, Wilford Treece, Jr.; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas Ardoin; and two sisters, Anna Fresh and Nora Martins. Interment was at Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens under the direction of Atchley Funeral Home.

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ASKEW, Lawrence
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Lawrence Askew, 70, died January 24, 2004. He retired from U.S. Pipe and Foundry, and attended Westside Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Askew; a daughter, Beverly Askew; two sons, Jerry and Eric (Frankie) Askew; his brothers, Bishop James, William and Ronnie Davis; three sisters, Mary Ann Davis, Emma Robinson and Mary Helen Whatley; 2 grandchildren; his cousins; his aunts; his nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Viola Davis; and two uncles, Cleveland and Leroy Ratchford. Services were held at Westside Baptist Church. Burial was at Lakewood Memory Gardens East by Taylor Funeral Home.

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AUSMUS, Leila
SPEEDWELL, TENNESSEE: Leila Dunn Ausmus died July 13, 1940 at her home. Survivors include her husband, Henry Ausmus; five daughters, Mrs. Vesta Chadwell, Mrs. Florence Howerton, Verda Ausmus, Ruby Ausmus, and Mrs. Ada Meyers; three sons, Fred, Frank, and Troy; and 5 grandchildren. Services were held at Pleasant Hill Church. Burial was at Ausmus Cemetery.

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AZBILL, Frances
LEXINGTON, TENNESSEE: Frances Kennedy Azbill, 95, died June 13, 2007. She was born November 13, 1911. She retired from Salant & Salant, and attended the First Baptist Church of Lexington. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia (Robert) Belew of Columbia, and Judy (Mike) Cunningham of Lexington; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe H. Azbill; her brothers, Joe, Robert, John Allen and Charles Kennedy; and a sister, Ruth Holmes. Interment was at Lexington Cemetery with arrangements by Pafford Funeral Home.

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BANE, Fairy
FINLEY, TENNESSEE: Fairy Jean Bane, 79, died January 16, 2008. She attended Cornerstone Church of God. She is survived by her husband, Edward Bane; three sons, Lanny Bane and Wayne Bane, both of Finley, and Tommy Bane of Dyersburg; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Paula Jean Bane; three brothers, Hollis Reagor, Amie T. Reagor, and Charlie Reagor; a sister, Maxine Fortner; her parents, Lexie and Vicy Reagor; and a granddaughter, Lauren Bane. Interment was at Dyer County Memorial Gardens under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.

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BARBER, Billy
HOHENWALD, TENNESSEE: Billy J. Barber died August 8, 2009. He was born August 18, 1939 in Lewis County, TN to the late Luther and Irene Trull Barber. He retired from the City of Hohenwald, and was an Army veteran. He is survived by a daughter, Debbie (Greg) Kimble of Linden; a sister, Early Mae Jackson of Linden; a brother, Ernest Barber of Linden; and a grandson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Nell Qualls Barber; two sisters, Johnnie Ruth Trull and Wilma Barber; and a brother, Kenneth Barber. Interment was at Springer Cemetery under the direction of McDonald Funeral Home.

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BARLOW, Lela
LIVINGSTON, TENNESSEE: Lela O. Barlow, 88, died October 13, 2001. She was born November 9, 1912 to the late Overton and Elizabeth Ledbetter Carr. She was a Protestant. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Earl and Connie Barlow of Providence, RI; a daughter, Sue Walters of Livingston; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Lee Barlow; her parents; two brothers, Laymon and Tipton Carr; and a sister, Linnie Carr Sullivan. Burial was at Overton County Memorial Gardens under the direction of Speck Funeral Home.

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BARNETT, Wilmer
CRAB ORCHARD, TENNESSEE: Wilmer Lane Barnett, 95, died November 24, 2006. He was born June 7, 1911 in Crossville to Bale and Lena Justice Barnett. He worked for Roane Electric, and was a Baptist. He is survived by three sons, Kenneth Barnett of Crossville, Larry Barnett of Crab Orchard, and Curtis Barnett of Seaford, DE; a daughter, Sherita Monday of Crab Orchard; a brother, Floyd Barnett of Crossville; 14 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Beulah Wilson Barnett; two daughters, Diana Sue Barnett and Doris Wyona; sons, Carroll, Layern, Veron Keith, Raymond Lewis and Wesley Lane Barnett; his parents; a brother, Elbert Barnett; and two sisters, Josie Barnett and Elvie Brookhart. Burial was at Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Bilbrey Funeral Home.

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BASS, Frances
OAK RIDGE, TENNESSEE: Frances M. Bass, 81, died October 7, 2004. She was born October 1, 1923 in Mounds City, IL to the late Harry Blanckertz and Mary Harris. She attended the First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, and was a Red Cross volunteer. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Higgins of Oak Ridge; a son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Linda Bass of Kingston Springs; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Bass. Interment was at Anderson Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home.

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BEASLEY, Roberta
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Roberta "Bobbie" Beasley, 75, died January 13, 2008. She was born January 28, 1932. She worked at Tootsie's Orchard Lounge, Frugal McDoogal's Beer Store, and gift shops on lower Broadway. She was a member of the VFW, the Cooties, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by four daughters, Nancy Murphy, Carla M. Burroughs, Wendy Shipp, and Elizabeth A. Zadney; 9 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Bluffview Memorial Gardens under the direction of West Harpeth Funeral Home.

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BECHARD, Hubert
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Hubert Conrad "Bob" Bechard, 86, died March 19, 2011 at the VA Hospital in Memphis. He was born October 20, 1924 in Plattsburgh, NY to Marguerite and William Bechard. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and had completed over 50 bombing missions. He was a longtime resident of Gulfport, MS, and relocated to Memphis following Hurricane Katrina. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and life on the Gulf Coast. Survivors include his children, Sherry (Carter), John (Regina), and Clayton (Jeri); 10 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy P. Bechard. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbia, MS with arrangements by Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens.

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BEEVER, Viola
LEWISBURG, TENNESSEE: Viola Stinnett Beever, 81, died October 5, 2008. She was born August 28, 1927 to Grover Cleveland Stinnett, Sr. and Minnie Steward Stinnett. She retired from Cosmolab after 50 years of service, and attended the Westvue Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband, Loyd W. Beever; a daughter, Connie Beever (Jerry) Hodge; a brother, Ronnie Stinnett of Westmont, IL; seven sisters, Mildred Smith of Shelbyville, Wilma Reynolds of Stewart, FL, and Hazel White, Aline Whitesell, Mabel Spivey, Jeannie Barlar, and Bobbie June Johnson, all of Lewisburg; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheryl Beever; her parents; two brothers; Grover Stinnett, Jr. and Billy Stinnett; and two sisters, Ruby Burgess and Sara Dyer. Burial was at Lone Oak Cemetery with arrangements by London Funeral Home.

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BENEFIELD, Clyde
OOLTEWAH, TENNESSEE: Clyde Benefield, 79, died May 27, 2008. He was born March 22, 1929. He retired from Tennessee American Water Co. with over 30 years of service, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a Mason and a member of the VFW. He attended Ooltewah Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Ann Millican Benefield; four daughters, Kim (Larry) McArthur of Chattanooga, Pamela Allen of Collegedale, Karen (Lynn) Pickel of Bakewell, and Candee (Dane) Parton of Apison; two sisters, Inez Barbree of Chattanooga, and IvaLee Carlock of Boynton, GA; his grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. Interment with military honors was at Chattanooga National Cemetery under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home.

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BLACK, Tecumseh
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Tecumseh Black, 75, died August 4, 2010. He was a retired laborer. Survivors include three brothers, Leon Black, Obediah Black, and Percy Wright; two sisters, Jessie Mae Carter and Lonnie Mae Tynes; his cousins; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Greater St. Mark Church of God in Christ. Interment was at Galilee Memorial Gardens by Harrison's Funeral Home.

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BLASS, Joe
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Joe Blass, 69, died May 24, 1934. He was born in 1865 to Michel and Amelia Progen Blass. He was a storekeeper, and was preceded in death by his wife. Burial was at Temple Israel Cemetery with arrangements by Thompson Brothers Undertakers.

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BLEVINS, Henrietta
GREENEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Henrietta Wise Blevins, 91, died August 17, 2007 at Laughlin Memorial Hospital. She was born April 27, 1916. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Greeneville. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Avery and Donna Blevins, and Willard and Nellie Blevins; two sisters, Ina Pittman and Ethel Mae Kiebler, both of Greeneville; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and her friends, including Angela Franklin, Wilma Lunsford, Marshall Wyatt, and Dr. Maynard Austin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Blevins; and a brother, H.W. Wheeler. Interment was at Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home.

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BLUE, Luella
SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Luella Blue, 44, died October 1, 1957. She was born April 24, 1913 to Bob and Maggie Smith Mayes. She was the wife of Booker Blue. Burial was at Mount Sinai Cemetery in Arlington under the direction of B.T. Austin Funeral Home.

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BOLT, Clarence
HUMBOLDT, TENNESSEE: Clarence E. Bolt, 90, died January 29, 2009. He was born August 14, 1918. He retired from the U.S. Air Force, and was a World War II veteran and a prisoner of war. He is survived by a daughter, Barbara Kaldenberg of Memphis; two sons, Gerald Hawkins of California, and Larry Hawkins of Alabama; two sisters, Evelyn Etheridge of Colorado, and Edith Jones of California; 5 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Interment was at West Tennessee Veterans' Cemetery under the direction of Roller Family Funeral Home.

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BOWEN, William
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: William Donald Bowen, 75, died June 11, 1967 at St. Mary's Hospital in Knoxville. He was born September 8, 1891. He was a member of the Knoxville Musicians' Association and the American Legion. He attended Northside Christian Church, and was a Mason. He served as a drummer boy in World War I with the 117th Infantry, 30th Division. He was survived by his wife, Ruth Bowen. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery.

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BOYD, Roman
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Roman Boyd, 70, died May 23, 2008. He was born March 14, 1938. He was a retired crew chief for the City of Memphis. Survivors include his wife, Minister Bettye S. Boyd; six sons, Melvin Boyd, Carl Boyd, Michael Boyd, Anthony Boyd, Cranford Stevenson and Stacy Stevenson; three daughters, Carolyn Boyd, Dalana Stevenson, and Sherry Stevenson; and five brothers, Booker T. Sanders, Willie James Sanders, Samuel Sanders, Raymond Sanders, and Joe Henry Sanders. Services were held at Trinity All Nations Church. Arrangements were entrusted to Superior Funeral Home.

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BROWDER, Ben
BLOUNTVILLE, TENNESSEE: Ben A. Browder, 81, died March 12, 1974 at Holston Valley Community Hospital. He was born in Scott County, VA. He was a farmer, and had been a Sullivan County resident since 1916. He was a member of Chestnut Flats Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Ocia Godsey Browder; 5 nephews; and 2 nieces. Arrangements were handled by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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BROWER, Patricia
SEVIERVILLE, TENNESSEE: Patricia Brower, 80, died August 4, 2004. She was born in Quebec, Canada on June 16, 1924. She was of the Lutheran faith. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Sharon and James Buck, and Bonne and Jody Wynn; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Peter Brower; her father, Wilfrid Taylor; and her mother and stepfather, Evelyn and Carl Stelzer. Arrangements were entrusted to Atchley Funeral Home.

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BROWN, David W.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: David Winchester Brown, 50, died May 9, 2007 at his residence. He had worked for Turner Construction Co. Survivors include his mother, Dora Brown; a brother, Steve Brown of Grand Cayman; and his fiancee, Jackie Mayo. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack L. Brown. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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BUCEY, Dollie
WOODBURY, TENNESSEE: Dollie Vickers Bucey, 75, died June 9, 2007. She was the daughter of Charlie Lee and Vera Vickers. She worked at Colonial Shirt Factory for 28 years. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Moore of Woodbury, and Wilma and Willie Sutton of Nashville; a son, Barry Bucey of Bradyville; a sister, Irene Hollis of Readyville; 3 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Bucey; a son, Larry Bucey; her parents; and two brothers, C.L. and Roy Vickers. Interment was at Riverside Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

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BUCK, Ozina
GAINESBORO, TENNESSEE: Ozina G. Buck, 93, died November 24, 2006 at Mabry Health Care and Rehab Center in Gainesboro. She was born July 28, 1913 in Jackson County to Bedford and Nannie Lou Mercer Phillips. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Church of Christ. She is survived by a son, Bayless E. and Carolyn Buck of Gainesboro; a sister, Ruth Carmack of Gainesboro; two brothers, Norval L. Phillips of Gainesboro, and Eber Phillips of Midway, OH; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great–grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Byrd C. Buck; her parents; a sister, Betty Hix; and six brothers, Dalton, Braxton, Charlie, James, Camel, and Hershel Phillips. Interment was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Jackson County under the direction of Anderson-Upper Cumberland Funeral Home.

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BURGETT, Walter, Sr.
CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE: Walter Burgett, Sr., 73, died April 1, 1991 at Bradley Memorial Hospital. He was born April 11, 1917 in Pilgrim, KY to Albert and Nancy Etter Burgett. He was a retired coal miner, and attended Chattaroy Church of God. He is survived by five daughters, Mary Vanoy and Shelvie Booth, both of Cleveland, Irene Cox of Atlanta, GA, and Pricilla Palmer and Zolene Foster, both of Waynesboro, GA; a son, Walter Burgett, Jr.; his sisters, Minnie Blankenship of Cleveland, OH, and Frances and Gracie Parsley, both of Columbus, OH; a brother, Ira Burgett of Chicago, IL; and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Burgett; and his parents. Burial was at Mountain View Memory Gardens by Weaver Mortuary.

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BURKEEN, Carl
TROY, TENNESSEE: Carl Edward Burkeen, Sr., 54, died June 29, 1998 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. He was born July 3, 1943 in Dyersburg, TN to J.T. and Neely Josephine Sexton Burkeen. He worked for B&S Trucking in Troy, Werner Enterprises of Omaha, NE, and Colman Bros. Carnival. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and a former resident of Groton and New London, CT. Survivors include his wife, Carlene Norton Burkeen; a son, Carl Burkeen, Jr. of Chicago; a daughter, Carla Burkeen of Chicago; three brothers, James T. Burkeen of Dyersburg, Marvin Burkeen of Troy and Walter G. Burkeen of Martin; and a sister, Effie Ham of Dyersburg. Interment was at Terrace Hill Cemetery by White and Mahon Funeral Home.

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BURLESON, Ophelia
ELIZABETHTON, TENNESSEE: Ophelia Burleson, 95, died May 16, 2003. She was the daughter of the late John Henry and Maggie Taylor Bowers. She attended Brown's Chapel AME Zion Church. She is survived by a brother, Harold Bowers of Rogersville; two sisters-in-law, Norma Jean Bowers and Mary Bell Bowers, both of Rogersville; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Burleson; two brothers, George Bowers and Claude Raymond Bowers; two sisters, Hazel Horton and Aliene McQueen; and a sister-in-law, Josephine Bowers. Services were held at Brown's Chapel AME Zion Church. Interment was at Happy Valley Memorial Park under the direction of Tetrick Funeral Home.

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CARR, Dorcas
SPEEDWELL, TENNESSEE: Dorcas McCubbins Carr died October 25, 1854. She was born June 6, 1773 to Zachariah and Sallie Lane McCubbins. She was survived by a daughter, Louise Hopper. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Carr, Jr. Burial was at Carr Cemetery.

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CARRIER, William B.
ELIZABETHTON, TENNESSEE: William Brooks Carrier, 65, died December 11, 2000. He was the son of Vollie and Gladys Peters Carrier. He was a retired truck driver, and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He attended Union Hill Free Will Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Shaffer Carrier; two daughters and sons-in-law, Rena and Jimmy Burrow, and Tine and Allen Bare, all of Elizabethton; a son and daughter-in-law, William Eugene and Freida Carrier of Elizabethton; three sisters, Dorothy Taylor, Kathy Fletcher, and Shirley Verran, all of Elizabethton; a brother, Waymon Carrier of Elizabethton; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Sue Gwaltney; his parents; and twin granddaughters, Meagan and Haley Burrow. Interment was at Blevins Cemetery by Tetrick Funeral Home.

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CARTER, Hazel
CLINTON, TENNESSEE: Hazel Erwin Carter, 96, died September 5, 2005. She was born November 27, 1908 to George K. and Mary Jane Duncan Erwin. She retired from House Hasson Hardware, and attended Central Baptist Church of Fountain City. She is survived by daughter, Janet Earl of Clinton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Maynard Carter; a daughter, Carolyn Carter; and a son-in-law, Tony Edward Earl. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery in Knoxville with arrangements by Weatherford Mortuary.

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CARTER, Stella
CARTHAGE, TENNESSEE: Stella Carter, 90, died May 10, 2001 at the Smith County Health Care Center. There were no known immediate survivors. Services were held at the Carthage Chapel of Sanderson Funeral Home. Interment was at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

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CARTWRIGHT, Charles W., Sr.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Charles W. Cartwright, Sr., 72, died June 16, 2003. He was born March 16, 1931. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his sons, Harvey T. and Charles, Jr.; a brother, John Cartwright; seven sisters, Doris Crawford-Chapman, Rose (Elzie) Johns, Clara Cartwright, Emma Bell, Mary Starks, Berta Anderson, and Anna Grigsby; his grandchildren; his cousins; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held at Kayne Avenue Baptist Church. Interment was at the Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery with arrangements by J.W. Adkins Funeral Home.

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CASTEEL, Mattie Bell
ETOWAH, TENNESSEE: Mattie Bell Casteel, 89, died June 16, 2007. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Molly Sutton Beasley. She attended East Etowah Church of God. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Juanita Aken of Sweetwater, Lossie and Ralph Derrick, Linda and Jack Coleman, and Laverne and Larry Harris, all of Etowah; a son and daughter-in-law, Hugene and Mary Sue Casteel of Englewood; a daughter-in-law, Ella Mae Casteel of Englewood; a son-in-law, Bill Humpert of Etowah; a sister-in-law, Fannie Mae Casteel of Ooltewah; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milburn Casteel; a daughter, Elizabeth Humpert; and two sons, Leonard Casteel and Claude Casteel. Interment was at Conasauga Cemetery under the direction of Bordwine Funeral Home.

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CATES, Robert
BEDFORD COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Robert Cates, 13, died April 25, 1918. He was born May 29, 1904 to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cates. He was survived by his parents; five sisters; and a brother. Interment was at Bomar Cemetery.

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CHEEK, John
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: John Cheek, 58, died February 15, 1940. He was born in Tennessee to John Cheek and Betty Hansel Cheek. He was a painter, and was the husband of Allie Cheek. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery under the direction of J.J. Collins.

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CHOCAS, William
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: William Chocas, 74, died July 28, 2003 at Methodist Healthcare-North. He was born November 13, 1928. He was a retired engineer with W.R. Grace Chemical, and was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II. Family members include his wife, Peggy Massey Chocas; a son, Steve Chocas of Memphis; two daughters, Stephanie Mayfield of Cleveland, and Sherry Rhode of Louisville, KY; a sister, Jenny Chocas of Cheyenne, WY; three brothers, Gust Chocas of Denver, and Jim Chocas and John Chocas, both of Cheyenne; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment was at West Union Cemetery under the direction of Munford Funeral Home.

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CLOUSE, T.D.
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: T.D. "Tib" Clouse, 81, died February 16, 1989 at Indian Path Hospital. He was a native of Unicoi County, TN, and had lived in Kingsport for 55 years. He retired from Tennessee Eastman. He was a Mason. He was a member and former Sunday School secretary of the First Christian Church of Kingsport. Survivors include a daughter, Harriet Broome of Kingsport; a brother, E.E. Clouse of Lakeland, FL; a sister, Geneva Clouse of Kingsport; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at the First Christian Church of Kingsport. Interment was at Monte Vista Burial Park in Johnson City by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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COHEN, Rosemary
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Rosemary Cohen, infant, died December 13, 1945 at Methodist Hospital. She was born November 5, 1945 to Dr. Morris David Cohen and Genevieve Goldsand Cohen. Burial was at Baron Hirsch Cemetery with arrangements by J.W. Norris, Undertaker.

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COLEMAN, Francis
McEWEN, TENNESSEE: Francis Marion "Fred" Coleman, 77, died April 18, 2006. He was born April 16, 1929 in Dayton, OH to John Edgar and Eva Gunn Coleman. He was a retired technical sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, and was a veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rockledge, FL, where he was a former resident. Survivors include two sisters and brothers-in-law, Shirley W. and Bill Harber and Ruth and Lonnie Hill, all of McEwen. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Haguewood Coleman. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church of McEwen. Interment was at the McEwen Cemetery by Luff-Bowen Funeral Home.

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COPENHAVER, Audrey
ETOWAH, TENNESSEE: Audrey Isabella Copenhaver, 86, died September 25, 2009. She was born July 22, 1923 to the late Bronce and Mary Smith. She owned Copenhaver's Jewelry Store, and was a member of North Etowah Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Paul Williams of Fort Myers, FL; two stepsons, Ralph Copenhaver of Knoxville, and Will Copenhaver of Arlington, TX; a sister, Lois Broadwin of New York; and 7 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Copenhaver; a brother, Paul Smith; and two sisters, Edith Smith and Alma McDonald. Interment was at Cochran Cemetery under the direction of Bordwine Funeral Home.

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CORDELL, Luther
CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE: Luther Cordell, 73, died October 7, 2006. He was of the Church of God faith. He is survived by a brother, Sylvester Cordell of Illinois; and his extended family at Bradley Healthcare and Rehab. Interment was at Fort Hill Cemetery with arrangements by Grissom Funeral Home.

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CORUM, Florence
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Florence Irene Keith Corum, 68, died October 28, 2007. She was born October 7, 1939 to Raymond and Stella Keith. She was the former owner of Christian Images Book Store in Halls, and was a member of Gilead Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, David Lee Corum; her daughters, Donna Rhoades of Strawberry Plains, Debora Yorek of Fort Worth, TX, and Linda Roque and Glenda Strong, both of San Antonio, TX; a sister, Margaret Denzler of Knoxville; three brothers, Johnny Keith, Charles Keith, and James Keith, all of Knoxville; and 5 grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents. Interment was at the East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Bridges Funeral Home.

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COULTER, Annie
MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE: Annie Marie Boyd Coulter, 76, died July 8, 2009. She was born December 15, 1932 to Herman Roy and Fannie Tennessee Davis Boyd. She formerly worked at Murfreesboro Radiology and Murfreesboro Optical Dispensary. She is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth A. "Beth" Royalty of Murfreesboro; a son, Jeff Coulter of Murfreesboro; a sister, Alice Tomlin; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Herman Boyd. Arrangements were handled by Woodfin Memorial Chapel.

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CRESSELL, Arnold
BLUFF CITY, TENNESSEE: Arnold L. Cressell, 77, died March 1, 2004 at Bristol Nursing Home in Bristol, TN. He was the son of the late Terry Gilford and Annie Owens Cressell. He was a Baptist, and was a native of Parrott, VA. He is survived by his wife, Leota Cressell; three sons and daughters-in-law, Roger Dale and Armeda Cressell of Hiwassee, VA, Arnold Edward and Rhonda Cressell of Pulaski, VA, and Donald Lee and Jeanena Cressell of Dublin, VA; a stepson, Earl Fagans of Bluff City; two stepdaughters, Louise Gregg of Bluff City, and Betty Humphreys of Elizabethton; 18 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers; and a stepson, Andrew Hyatt. Interment was at Sunrise Cemetery under the direction of Tetrick Funeral Home.

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CURRY, Lincoln
KENTON, TENNESSEE: Lincoln David Curry, 66, died December 7, 2008. He retired from General Motors Corporation in Mansfield, OH, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Willa Jean Hayden Curry; two stepsons, Rodney Lozier of Newbern, and Randy Lozier of Kenton; a brother, Paul Curry of Logan, WV; two sisters, Dorothy Meade of Mansfield, OH, and Tressie Keen of Indianapolis, IN; 10 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harrison and Nancy Lowe Curry; five sisters; and two brothers. Cremation arrangements were handled by Dilday Funeral Home.

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DAGLEY, Dewey
CLINTON, TENNESSEE: Dewey "D.L." Dagley, 83, died December 16, 2006. He was a retired process operator at Martin Marietta with 37 years of service. He was a Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and attended Black Oak Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Margaret Louise Dagley of Clinton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Earl and Elaine Dagley, and James and Treva Dagley, all of Clinton; a sister, Mary "Patsy" Wilson of Clinton; a brother, Tom Dagley of Clinton; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Elmer and Carvel Dagley; and his parents, Everette and Pearl Dagley. Interment with military honors was at Grandview Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Holley-Gamble Funeral Home.

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DAMRON, Ruth
NORMANDY, TENNESSEE: Ruth Glascoe Damron, 76, died March 2, 2008. She was born August 15, 1931 to the late John Glascoe and Ruby Sons Glascoe. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Melinda (Garth) Morris of Tullahoma; a son, James Michael (Gloria) Damron of Normandy; two brothers, Aaron Glascoe of Shelbyville, and Ernest Glascoe of Raus; three sisters, Christine (John) Smith of Raus, and Imogene Chilton and Irene Damron, both of Tullahoma; 8 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Damron; and a daughter, Vicky Lynn Damron. Burial was at Oakwood Cemetery by Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.

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DAVIS, Isaac, Jr.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Isaac Davis, Jr., 77, died February 3, 2008. He is survived by a daughter, Adrienne Davis; three sons, Damon D. Davis, Wayne D. Davis, and Kyle A Davis; a brother, Willie Joel Davis; 11 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Services were held at Parkway Garden Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were handled by Superior Funeral Home.

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DeCANIO, John
MONTEAGLE, TENNESSEE: John V. DeCanio, 89, died December 25, 2011 at The Bridge of Monteagle. He was born May 21, 1922 to Frank J. DeCanio and Rose Ann Totera DeCanio Angeline. He was a longtime railroad inspector, and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a native of Freedom, PA. He was a member of the American Legion, and enjoyed fishing and gardening. Survivors include two daughters, Nadine Whitt (Paul) of Manchester, and Cathy Kerns (Michael) of Irving, TX; a son, Christopher J. DeCanio (Natasha) of Lisbon, OH; 6 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Sepella DeCanio; his parents; his stepfather, Domenic Angeline; four sisters, Genevieve Sepella, Stella Puppich, Theresa Angeline, and Mary Shaffer; and three brothers, Frank and Nick DeCanio and Eddie Angeline. Interment was at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens under the direction of Coffee County Funeral Chapel.

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DELK, Obed
JAMESTOWN, TENNESSEE: Obed Delk, 69, died November 30, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Janis Choate Delk; two sons, Jerry Delk (Melinda) of Mount Helen, and Lynn Delk (Brenda) of Jamestown; two daughters, Brenda Hull (Stacy) of Byrdstown, and Lisa Hawn (Terry) of Jamestown; three sisters, Judy Delk Buck of Cookeville, and Mary Virginia Neal and Kathern Maude Jones, all of Allardt; three brothers, Mitchell Delk of Muncie, IN, and Mack Delk and Hollins Delk, both of Jamestown; 12 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver Delk and Lucy Millsay Delk; a son, Gary Wayne Delk; a sister, Leslie Delk; and three brothers, Jimmy Delk, Hobert Delk, and Vernon Delk. Burial was at Wolf River Cemetery with arrangements by Jennings Funeral Home.

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DEPEW, Teresa
CHURCH HILL, TENNESSEE: Teresa Depew, 59, died September 18, 2010 at Vanderbilt Hospital. She retired from the Mullins Company, and was a member of Freedom Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Danny Depew; a daughter and son-in-law, Amber and Jason Rockwell of Church Hill; her mother, Ulvia Seay of Church Hill; a sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Tommy Stapleton of Church Hill; her mother-in-law, Louise Depew of Blountville; a sister-in-law, Linda Depew of Blountville; 2 grandchildren; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Seay. Interment was at Church Hill Memory Gardens under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home.

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DINKINS, Robert E.
CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Robert Elwood Dinkins, 83, died December 24, 2008. He was born January 18, 1925. Interment was at Resthaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Foston Funeral Home.

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DIXON, Kattie
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Kattie Dixon died April 24, 1916. She was survived by three brothers and a sister. She was a former resident of St. Joseph, LA, and was buried there at the Villa Clara Cemetery.

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DOUGLAS, Alberta
WOODBURY, TENNESSEE: Alberta Barrett Douglas died April 13, 2005. She was born September 2, 1932 to Eli and Cora Manus Barrett. She was a press operator at Murfreesboro Laundry, and was a Baptist. She is survived by two sons, John Perry of Murfreesboro, and Lester (Marrion) Perry of Memphis; four daughters, Betty (Bobby) Underwood of Unionville, Rose (Rob) Aker of Murfreesboro, and Nadine (Micheal) Lamb and Carla (Robert) Lee, all of Rockvale; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Lester Perry and Frank Douglas, Jr.; a son, Gerald Perry; a daughter, Elizabeth Perry; her parents; four brothers, Richard, John, Paul, and James Barrett; five sisters, Hester, Fannie, Inez, Willie and Susie; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Manus Cemetery with arrangements by Woodbury Funeral Home.

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DOUGLAS, Clara
JELLICO, TENNESSEE: Clara Ross Douglas, 80, died May 15, 1996 at her residence. She was a member of the Mountain Assembly of God. She was living in Chipley, FL at the time of her passing. Survivors include her husband, Richard Douglas; a daughter, Carnelia Rutherford of Hamilton, OH; two sons, Olan Douglas and Wendle Douglas, both of Chipley, FL; a sister, Opal Redmond; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Douglas Cemetery in Jellico under the direction of Cox and Son Funeral Home.

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DUNKELBERGER, Joan
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Joan Cicely Dunkelberger, 84, died February 28, 2009. She was born August 2, 1924 in Brandon, Suffolk, England to the late Herbert and Alice Snare. She became a U.S. citizen in 1949. She was a member of the Transatlantic Brides and Parents Association British Heritage Society, and attended St. John's Episcopal Church. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Robert; a son, Dr. Brian Dunkelberger (Elaine) of Johnson City; a daughter, Sandra Ebersole (James) of Atlanta; a brother, Hugh; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. Internment was at Monte Vista Mausoleum by Morris-Baker Funeral Home.

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DUNN, Sarah Jane
COSBY, TENNESSEE: Sarah Jane Dunn, 76, died September 26, 2007. She was born June 11, 1931. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Earlene and Jerry Fancher of Cosby; two sons, James Dunn of Cosby, and Zendell Dunn of Maryville; two sisters, Elizabeth Hurst of Sevierville, and Geneva Dunn of Cosby; a granddaughter; her nieces and nephews; her great-nieces and great-nephews; and a close friend, Betty Williams. She was preceded in death by her mother, Fannie Bryant Dunn; her father, Walter Dunn; a brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Agnes McCallister; a sister, Blanche Dunn; and a nephew, Eddie McCallister. Arrangements were handled by Manes Funeral Home.

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DYER, Reba Nell
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Reba Nell Dyer, 68, died December 21, 2008. She was born April 13, 1940 to Everette and Willie Mae Jones. She attended Joyful Sound Church. Survivors include her husband, John Alan Dyer; two daughters, Rachel Williams and Suzie Gartman; a son, Thomas W. "Tommy" Adams; a brother, Robert Jones; a sister, Betty Landry; 9 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Joann Townsend; and a brother, Clyde Richard "Bill" Jones. Interment was at Lakewood Memory Gardens South under the direction of J. Avery Bryan Funeral Home.

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EINECKER, Joseph
SPARTA, TENNESSEE: Joseph L. Einecker, 84, died July 1, 2007. He was born December 7, 1922. He retired from Thomas Industries, and was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. He is survived by two sons, Donald J. Einecker (Barbara) of Austin, TX, and Jerome P. Einecker (Karen) of Smyrna; a daughter, Sandy Shuburg of Sparta; a brother, Matthew F. Einecker of Hoffman Estates, IL; two brothers-in-law, William Johnson of California, and Robert Johnson of Georgia; a sister-in-law, Lenore Retzke of Illinois; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Ruth "Doe" Einecker; and his parents, Fredrick A. and Laura Schlimgen Einecker. Services were held at St. Andrew's Catholic Church. Burial with military honors was at Highland Cemetery with arrangements by Hunter Funeral Home.

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FAGG, James P.
WINCHESTER, TENNESSEE: James Parker Fagg died January 14, 2008. He was born October 30, 1937 to the late James Taylor Fagg and Flora Armstrong Fagg. He worked as an EMT for the Franklin County Ambulance Service. He is survived by his wife, Dixie Paulk Fagg; his stepchildren, Harry Walker, Jr. (Kelly) of Estill Springs, Jeff Walker of Hamilton, OH, and Lee Parker (Bill) of Goldsboro, NC; a brother, Hubert Fagg of Scottsboro, AL; 6 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at Franklin Memorial Gardens under the direction of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.

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FALLS, JoAnn
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: JoAnn Falls, 66, died May 10, 2005. She was born December 22, 1938 to Henry and Lena Kirk. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Bruce, Bryan and Debra, and Barry and Donna, all of Chattanooga; a brother and sister-in-law, Clifford and Ruth Kirk of Chattanooga; 3 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, B.A. Falls; and her parents. Interment was at Hamilton Memorial Gardens by Lane Funeral Home.

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FARLESS, William
WOODBURY, TENNESSEE: William Cleo Farless died February 14, 2009. He was born February 16, 1916 to Tom and Roxie Vassar Farless. He was a retired machinist for Alton Box Company, and attended Simmons Chapel Free Methodist Church. Survivors include three sons, Samuel (Virginia) Farless of Smyrna, Royce (Dean) Farless of Lakeland, FL, and Robert (Connie) Farless of Tampa, FL; a brother, Clyde Farless of New Jersey; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Etta Spry Farless; and his parents. Interment was at Gilley Hill Cemetery under the direction of Woodbury Funeral Home.

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FARLEY, John
STRAWBERRY PLAINS, TENNESSEE: John B. Farley, 67, died October 22, 2003 at Baptist Hospital. He was the son of James M. and Rosie Farley. He attended Miracle Baptist Church, and was a member of the Strawberry Plains Friendship Riders Horse Club and the Riverdale Saddle Club. He was a Mason. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Anilou Blackburn Farley; a daughter, Anita (Tim) Bledsoe; three sons, Mark R. Farley, Greg R. Farley, and Rick Farley; a brother, Taulbee G. Farley of Ypsilanti, MI; and 9 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters; and two brothers. Services were held at Highland South Memorial Park Mausoleums. Arrangements were handled by Highland South Memorial Park Funerals and Cremations.

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FITZGERALD, Faye
MOUNT JULIET, TENNESSEE: Faye Tate Fitzgerald, 72, died March 4, 2006. She was the daughter of the late Floyd and Vera Taylor Tate. She was a longtime member of the Mt. Juliet F.C.E. Club. She is survived by a brother, James Tate of Columbus, GA; and a close friend, Gloria Farrell of Mount Juliet. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hollis Fitzgerald. Interment was at Mount Juliet Memorial Gardens under the direction of Bond Memorial Chapel.

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FLEMING, James E., Sr.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: James Ellis Fleming, Sr., 73, died May 2, 1980. He was born November 13, 1906 in Morrilton, AR to William Thomas and Ora Ellis Fleming. He was a lawyer, and graduated from the University of Arkansas. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Baker Fleming; a son, James Ellis Fleming, Jr.; a stepson, Elkins Crawford; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Autry Hess and Jeanette Crawford; two sisters, Dr. Ruth Fleming and Doris Hayes; two brothers, Joe and William; and 8 grandchildren. Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery.

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FOSTER, Peter
LINCOLN COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Peter Foster died December 17, 1919. He was of the Baptist faith. He was survived by his wife and several children. Burial was at Foster Cemetery.

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FUTRIS, Nick
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Nick Futris, 89, died October 28, 2009. He was a retired owner of Futris Brothers Cleaners, and was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. He was a member of Colonial Country Club, and attended Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. He is survived by his wife, Christine Futris; five children, Telly Futris (Mona), Elaine Hardesty, Anthea Moyes (David), Maria Griffiths, and Adrienne Hadder (Steve); 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery with arrangements by Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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GIACOLETTI, Mildred
TULLAHOMA, TENNESSEE: Mildred Giacoletti, 90, died August 27, 2008. She was born September 30, 1917 to the late Harry Robert Evans and Zoe Moreau Evans. She is survived by a son, Robert Giacoletti of Tullahoma. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Giacoletti. Cremation arrangements were handled by Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.

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GILBERT, Gypsie
TAZEWELL, TENNESSEE: Gypsie Jo Smith Gilbert, 59, died September 14, 2007. She was born February 15, 1948 to Hayden and Edna Lackey Smith. She is survived by her husband, Lawerence Gilbert; her daughters, Angie (Jason Young) Gilbert of Morristown, and Mellissa (Arthur) Warf of Tazewell; two sons, Tim Gilbert of Tazewell, and Bobby (Lynda Evans) Gilbert of Middlesboro; a brother, Bobby (Carol) Smith of Harrogate; a half-sister, Tommie Sue (Woodrow) Ellis of Middlesboro, KY; her grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Eddie Gilbert; her parents; a half-sister, Margaret Ann Brown; her father and mother-in-law, Elbert and Ruth Gray Gilbert; and a nephew, Jeffery Bussell. Burial was at Crane Cemetery under the direction of Reece Funeral Home.

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GILTZ, Verda
BETHPAGE, TENNESSEE: Verda Giltz, 66, died January 21, 2011. She was born May 17, 1944 in Hamilton, OH to Albert and Doris Gorrell. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Giltz; a daughter, Tina Trivett (Clark) of Bethpage; two sons, Robert Giltz of Bethpage, and Russell Giltz of Goshen, OH; a sister, Bertha Popp (Pumpkin) of Batavia, OH; two brothers, Alan Gorrell of Greensboro, NC, and Russell Gorrell (Linda) of Rosemead, CA; 6 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a grandson, Dennis Trivett. Cremation arrangements were handled by Alexander Funeral Home.

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GLASGOW, Sammye
DRESDEN, TENNESSEE: Sammye Lee Williams Glasgow, 74, died June 7, 2001 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. She was born January 2, 1927 in Fulton, KY to Sam Roy and Ethel Collins Williams. She retired from General Telephone Company. Survivors include two daughters, Cathy Glasgow and Beth Adams, both of Dresden; a sister, Bettie McAlister of Fulton, KY; and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas A. Glasgow; and a son, Thomas Michael Glasgow. Interment was at Sunset Cemetery in Dresden under the direction of Bowlin Funeral Home. Note: One record gives her father's name as Roy Samuel.

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GOLDSMITH, Sidney
UNION CITY, TENNESSEE: Sidney Marcus "Smitty" Goldsmith, 83, died July 25, 2009. He was born November 6, 1925. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and attended Union City Baptist Temple. Survivors include three stepdaughters, Phyllis Remy of Salem, OR, and Mae Holt and Jean Love, both of Union City; five stepsons, Bennie Brown of Dukedom, Mike Brown of Chattanooga, Randy Brown of Union City, Leonard Franklin of Miami, FL, and James Franklin of Warrenton, MO; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his his wife, Thelma Ward Brown Goldsmith; and his parents. Interment was at Hornbeak City Cemetery under the direction of Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home.

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GONZALEZ, Elena
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Elena Gonzalez, 63, died December 8, 1982 in Memphis. She was a retired travel agency manager, and had formerly lived in Miami, FL. Family members include her husband, Julian E. Gonzales of Bogota, Columbia; a daughter, Allyson Gonzalez of Memphis; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Interment was at Memorial Park Cemetery.

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GRAY, Joyce
LYNCHBURG, TENNESSEE: Joyce McGee Gray, 79, died July 26, 2006 at Lincoln Medical Center. She was the daughter of Buford Alexander and Cora Noles McGee. She was an insurance secretary with the Farm Bureau, and attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Alexa and Vernon Baker of Lynchburg, TN; 2 granddaughters; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Lewis "Buck" Gray; her parents; and a granddaughter. Interment was at Riverview Memorial Gardens by Gallant Funeral Home.

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GREEN, Leroy
CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Leroy Green, 56, died July 21, 2009. He was born September 20, 1952 to Junius Green, Sr., and Irene Wallace Green. He owned Green's Concrete Service, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Anita Jean Smith Green; a son, Leroy Green II of Quantico, VA; two daughters, Melissa Anthony of Clarksville, and Matelean Green of Virginia Beach, VA; two sisters, Albertha Shorty of Convent, LA, and Carolyn Carter of Reserve, LA; three brothers, Junius Green of Los Angeles, CA, and Kenneth White and Tyrone White, both of Reserve, LA; and 3 grandchildren. Services were held at Greater Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was at the Kentucky Veterans' Cemetery in Hopkinsville under the direction of Foston Funeral Home.

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GREGORY, Mary
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Mary Frances Gregory, 73, died February 27, 2007. She was born April 28, 1933 to the late Oscar and Zelma Vaughn. She attended Broadway Baptist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Karan Gregory of Greenback; two sons, Darrell Gregory of Greenback, and Larry (Cindy) Gregory of Friendsville; a brother, Robert Vaughn of Knoxville; and 3 grandchildren. Burial was at Clark's Grove Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

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GREGORY, Morris
PORTLAND, TENNESSEE: Morris H. Gregory, 86, died March 14, 2008. He was born May 9, 1921 in Sumner County to the late Hershel and Rettia Gregory. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Clara Gass Gregory; a son, Robbin Gregory of Franklin; two daughters, Barbara (Joe) England and Shirley (Franklin) Perdue, all of Portland; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 step great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at the Church of God of Prophecy. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery under the direction of Wilkinson and Wiseman Funeral Home.

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GUINN, Burl
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Burl Herbert Guinn, 53, died November 6, 2000. He was the son of Helma Koch Guinn and Lester Guinn, and was a native of Frankfort, Germany. He attended the University of Tennessee, and worked as a sales representative at Creative Manufacturing Company. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He attended East Side Baptist Church, and was a Mason. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Grindstaff Guinn; a son, Jason Guinn; a daughter, Kristen Guinn; his mother; a brother, Lester Junior Guinn; a sister, Sharon Swann; four aunts; and his nieces and nephews. Interment with military honors was at the Mountain Home National Cemetery with arrangements by Memorial Funeral Chapel.

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GUNN, Annie
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Annie Gunn, 36, died October 17, 1951 at her home in Memphis. She was born September 14, 1915 in Carroll County, TN to Sam Pearson and Della Staten. Burial was at Reed Cemetery in Westport, TN.

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HALE, Iowa
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Iowa Hale, 32, drowned in a work-related accident on April 4, 1949. He was born January 1, 1917 to Willie Hale and Pearl Greagory. Burial was at New Park Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

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HAM, Lillian
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: Lillian Belle Ham, 85, died September 11, 2008. She was born September 13, 1922. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce McPherson (Jim) of Plainview, MN; a brother, Howard Miller (Belle) of Bristol, TN; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Ham. Interment was at Reece Memorial Cemetery in Mountain City by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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HANNAH, Gladys
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Gladys F. Hannah, 93, died March 19, 2007. She was a retired employee of the City of Johnson City, and attended Boone's Creek Christian Church. Survivors include a daughter, Helen Elliott of Bristol, VA; a son, John W. (Martha) of Titusville, FL; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. "Bob" Hannah; her parents, Samuel P. and Oma Bell Shipley Fulkerson; two sisters, Lucylle Woodall and Mary Hall; and four brothers, E.B., Phil, F.D., and Malcolm. Interment was at Monte Vista Memorial Park under the direction of Morris-Baker Funeral Home.

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HARKLEROAD, Maude
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: Maude Bralley Harkleroad, 76, died January 16, 1978 at Holston Valley Community Hospital. She was born in Wythe County, VA. She was a Baptist. Survivors include two sons, Elmer L. Harkleroad of Kingsport, and Billy Wayne Harkleroad of Baltimore, MD; two daughters, Emma (Dana) Sherfey and Dorothy (James L.) Dykes, both of Kingsport; a brother, Guy Bralley of Kingsport; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh E. Harkelroad. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery under the direction of Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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HARRIS, Mary
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Mary E. Harris, 87, died January 4, 2009. She retired from Glankler-Brown Law Firm with 49 years of service. She attended Macon Road Church of Christ, and enjoyed cooking, fishing and growing flowers. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Pat Harris; a sister, Sara Nell Kee; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellie J. "Happy" Harris; two sisters; and two brothers. Services were held at Macon Road Church of Christ. Entombment was at the main mausoleum of Memorial Park Cemetery with arrangements by Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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HARTEL, Telitha
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Telitha Aline Hartel, 91, died November 6, 2009. She was born November 15, 1917. Survivors include a daughter, Patricia Collins; and a grandson. Arrangements were handled by Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home.

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HATCHER, Lucille
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Lucille L. Hatcher, 82, died August 20, 2008. She was born November 19, 1925 to the late Nelson and Laura Lane. She is survived by her husband, William Hatcher; a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Gary Elder of Summerfield, NC; a brother, Noah Lane of Dayton, OH; three sisters, Flo Phillips, Ruby Livesay, and Cora Brooks, all of Dayton, OH; a granddaughter; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Andy Lane and Eugene Lane. Interment was at Sherwood Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Miller Funeral Home.

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HENDRICKS, Michael
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Michael L. Hendricks, 50, died March 18, 2003. He was living in DeFuniak Springs, FL. He worked for 15 years at Colonial Rubber Inc., and formerly attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Dyersburg. Services were held at the Church of God of Prophecy. He was cremated.

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HERRON, Larry W.
SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: Larry William Herron, 61, died September 20, 2008. He was born December 17, 1947. He was a former resident of Newbern. He is survived by a son, Lawerence Herron; two daughters, Kesha Herron and Cynthia Herron; a brother, Bobby J. Herron; a sister, Helen Marie Darden; and 3 grandchildren. Arrangements were entrusted to Cosmopolitan Funeral Services.

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HICKMAN, Ressie
KODAK, TENNESSEE: Ressie K. Hickman, 89, died September 11, 2010 at Lifecare Center in Jefferson City. She attended Paw Paw Hollow Baptist Church. She is survived by her children and their spouses, George A. and Gail Hickman, Larry W. and Juanita Hickman, Susan and Samuel Willoughby, and Merissa and Dan Sawatzke; 2 grandchildren; and 2 step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Maurice Hickman, Jr.; two brothers, Clayton Keener and Joe Keener; three sisters, Mildred Snodderly, Edna McCall, and Louise Keener; and a granddaughter, Jodi Nelson. Interment was at Pollard Cemetery with arrangements by McCarty-Evergreen Funeral Home.

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HODGE, Vena
MOUNTAIN CITY, TENNESSEE: Vena E. Hodge, 92, died October 22, 2003 at the Johnson County Health Center. She was born June 22, 1911 to Link and Clara Alice Snyder Hodge. She was a member of the First Christian Church, and was a native of Trade, TN. Survivors include a brother, Garr Hodge of Mountain City; three sisters, Faye Hodge of Mountain City, Bessy Hagy of Bluff City, and Shirley Farmer of Concord, NC; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Pauline Marrs; and two brothers, Sam and Lester Hodge. Interment was at Sunset Memorial Park under the direction of Hux-Lipford Funeral Home.

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HOLDRIDGE, Agbert
SMYRNA, TENNESSEE: Agbert Holdridge, 81, died October 5, 1996. He was born January 7, 1915 to Aubrey and Anna Mae McCurdy Holdridge. He was a former employee of Peterson Industries, and a member of the Apostolic Lighthouse church. He is survived by three sons, Willis Holdridge, Wayne Holdridge, and Ken Holdridge; five daughters, Ruby Hatfield, Betty Asher, Chris Lynn, Judy Harrison, and Pauline Garrett; three brothers; eight sisters; 20 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Violet Holdridge. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Siloam Springs, Arkansas under the direction of Wasson Funeral Home.

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HOMRA, Pearline
TIPTONVILLE, TENNESSEE: Pearline Homra, 79, died July 19, 2008. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Tiptonville. She is survived by two sons, Terry Homra (Jane) of Samburg, and Alex Homra (Gail) of Pickwick; a daughter, Ann Cromwell (Bobby) of Savannah; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Homra; a brother, John T. Haynes; three sisters, Eva Dickey, Dorothy Hayes, and Juanita Tucker; and her parents, George Washington and Lena Reed Dickey. Interment was at Tiptonville City Cemetery under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.

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HOWARD, Hattie
CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE: Hattie Mae Howard passed away March 10, 2006. She was born February 8, 1909. Interment was at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Jim Rush Funeral Home.

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HUDGINS, Carl
SEYMOUR, TENNESSEE: Carl Landon Hudgins, 82, died February 29, 1996 at the Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born May 16, 1913. He was a member of the Patternmakers Association and the VFW. He is survived by three sisters, Helen Hutsill of Seymour, Nancy Whitehurst of Bonifay, FL and Alice Pulwicz of Pensacola, FL; 6 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Interment was at the Bonifay Cemetery in Bonifay, FL with arrangements by Sims Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL.

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HYATT, Eddie
BRISTOL, TENNESSEE: Eddie Hyatt, 63, died December 2, 2009. He was born March 20, 1946 to the late William and Annie Stine Hyatt. He formerly worked for Roberts Tire and Monroe Hardware, and was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mary Hyatt; a son, Scott Hyatt; his daughters, Tina Ward, and Amanda Ward Cochran; a brother, Billy Hyatt; three sisters, Charlene Littleford, Juanita Mitchell, and Nancy Chapman; 4 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Phipps. Arrangements were handled by Weaver Funeral Home.

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ISHEE, Martha
GERMANTOWN, TENNESSEE: Martha B. Ishee, 63, died July 18, 2009. She was born October 4, 1945 to James T. Bland, Sr. and Martha D. Bland. She was a graduate of Memphis State University. She was a retired supervisor for Delta Air Lines with 34 years of service, and was also an office manager for a law firm. She was a member of Germantown Baptist Church, where she served with the wedding and pre-school ministries. Survivors include her husband, Aubon Ishee; two daughters, Elizabeth Cash (Justin) of Memphis, and Susan Green (Mark) of Collierville; a brother, James T. Bland, Jr. (Pattie) of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands; an aunt, Ann Owens (Bobby) of Collierville; 5 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; her cousins, including Bob Owens and Jeri Bechard of Collierville, and Audrey Roberts of Port Townsend, WA; and her friends, including Tori Rowe and Carolyn Bazemore. Services were held at Germantown Baptist Church. Interment was at the West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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JACKSON, Annie
WHITE HOUSE, TENNESSEE: Annie Catherine Jackson, 83, died May 2, 2007 at Portland Medical Center. She was born May 27, 1923 in Sumner County to the late Delbert and Alma Link. Survivors include two sisters, Louise Suttle of Cottontown, and Sue Wilkinson of White House; and her nieces and nephews. Interment was at Hermitage Memorial Gardens under the direction of Wilkinson and Wiseman Funeral Home.

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JAMBORSKY, Marian
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Marian Hartline Jamborsky, 92, died April 9, 2010 in Nashville. She was a retired registered nurse. She was a graduate of the Fort Sanders School of Nursing, and was a former resident of Farragut, TN. She was an avid reader. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, William Eric and Jean Jamborsky of Nashville; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Lew Fields of Hernando, MS; two brothers, Francis Alexander Hartline and James Howard Hartline; a sister, Edith Mary (Polly) Wooten; a grandson; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Jamborsky. Interment was at Pleasant Forest Cemetery by Click Funeral Home.

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JAMES, Jerry, Sr.
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Jerry James, Sr., 83, died June 12, 2003 at Healthsouth Rehabilitation Center in Memphis. Survivors include four sons, Tommy James of West Memphis, Jerry James II of New Orleans, LA, John James of Proctor, AR, and Frank James of Jacksonville, FL; two daughters, Verline Hardaway of Little Rock, and Mae Spates of Chicago, IL; a brother, Robert Lee of Los Angeles, CA; four sisters, Minnie Mosley of West Memphis, Nancy Tate of Bronx, NY, and Idella Kitchen and Mary Lee of Philadelphia, PA; 8 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Services were held at New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in West Memphis. Interment was at the West Tennessee Veterans' Cemetery.

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JANES, Madge
ESTILL SPRINGS, TENNESSEE: Madge Lewis Janes, 84, died October 4, 2009. She was born August 19, 1925 to the late Clem and Clendora Comer Hamilton. She was a child care provider. She is survived by two daughters, Ruth (Eddie) Cason of Williamsburg, VA, and Rosemary (Larry) Crabtree of Tullahoma; two sons, Jerry Janes of Estill Springs, and Steve (Cheryl) Janes of Murfreesboro; a brother, Estill (Novella) Hamilton; a sister, Sylvia (Lyndie) Romines; 4 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rudolph Janes; and four sisters. Interment was at Walnut Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.

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JARNAGIN, Carl
BLUFF CITY, TENNESSEE: Carl Lester Jarnagin, 85, died May 26, 2004 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital in Elizabethton. He was born October 8, 1918 to the late Charlie and Dicie Reneau Jarnagin. He retired from civil service at Langley Air Force Base, and was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He attended New Life Baptist Church, and was an honorary lifetime member of the Bluff City Rescue Squad. He was a native of Roane County, TN. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Faye B. Jarnagin; three daughters, Angie J. Dunn (Rev. James) of Patrick County, VA, Patricia Gail McLean of Baton Rouge, LA, and Abby Darleen Raines (Bill) of Lincoln, MT; a brother, Bobby Jarnagin of Harriman, TN; 8 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by six brothers; and two sisters. Interment with military honors was at the Mountain Home National Cemetery with arrangements by Tetrick Funeral Home.

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JERMAKOWICZ, Rose
LENOIR CITY, TENNESSEE: Rose M. Jermakowicz, died May 5, 2011. She was a member of Philadelphia Church of God in Edmonton, OK. Survivors include her husband, Harry E. Jermakowicz; two daughters, Amy Saluucci and Helen Dolly Evert; three stepdaughters, Pamela Jermakowicz, Karen Brackett, and Kay Fransson; a sister, Patsy J. Drosos; a brother, Malvie Baldridge; her grandchildren; a great-grandson on the way; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Hobert and Maggie Spriggs Baldridge; her brothers, Junior, Earnest, Waren Gee, Mac Edward and Foster Baldridge; and three sisters, Charlene Rauborn, Lura Mae Hammond, and Helen Music. Arrangements were handled by Click Funeral Home.

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JETER, Mattie
PARIS, TENNESSEE: Mattie Jewel Jeter, 78, died September 14, 2008. She was born June 30, 1925. She is survived by her husband, Grady F. Jeter; two daughters, Nancy Armijo of Las Vegas, NV, and Norma (Dr. Curt) Taylor of Puryear; and a step-granddaughter. Burial was at Maplewood Cemetery under the direction of McEvoy Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Lueree
PIKEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Lueree Johnson, 85, died December 27, 2007. She was born April 30, 1922 to Joe and Laura Richardson. She retired from the Bledsoe Telephone Cooperative with 28 years of service, and attended the Pikeville Church of God. Survivors include a son, Joey (Sandy) Johnson of Knoxville; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert "Bud" Johnson; three sons, M.C., Paul, and Homer Johnson; her parents; two brothers, Dee and Elbert Lee Richardson; and two sisters, Lucille Putnam and Zola Scott. Arrangements were handled by Pikeville Funeral Home.

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JOHNSON, Myrtle
EAST RIDGE, TENNESSEE: Myrtle Pearl Harden Johnson, 98, died January 18, 2005. She was the daughter of John and Mary Pearl Harden. She retired from the Department of Education, and attended East Ridge Christian Church. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Mary Ruth Clinton, Michael Fairchild, Carl Fairchild, Helen Fisher, Sarah Foster, Freddie Harden, and Johnny LeMance Harden. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace B. Johnson; a son, Maurice W. Johnson; and her parents. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery with arrangements by Heritage Funeral Home.

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JONES, Oscar, Jr.
JACKSON, TENNESSEE: Oscar Jones, Jr., 68, died July 13, 2008 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was born October 5, 1939. He is survived by his caregiver, Sue Barthlomen of Jackson. Interment was at Anderson Cemetery in Jackson under the direction of Cosmopolitan Funeral Services.

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JUDD, Lillie
LANCASTER, TENNESSEE: Lillie Hutchinson Judd, 85, died July 15, 2007. She was born June 18, 1922 in County Armagh, Ireland to the late Lucinda Brown and William David Hutchinson. She was attended Lancaster United Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter, Brenda Gentry (Jimmy) of Lancaster; two sons, Sam Judd (Liz) of Lancaster, and Mike Judd (Jacqueline) of Mount Juliet; two sisters, Maureen Allen and Ellie Andrews, both of Ireland; a brother, Henry Hutchinson of Ireland; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 5 step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Lucian Judd; a sister, Mae Christmas; a brother, Billy Hutchinson; and her parents. Interment was at Gordonsville Cemetery under the direction of Bass Funeral Home.

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JULIAN, Sadie Mae
COOKEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Sadie Mae Julian, 85, died April 30, 2007. She was born April 3, 1923 to the late Hop and Mary Dyer. She worked in housekeeping, and was a member of the Church of Christ. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Linda and James Carter of Cookeville; five sons and a daughter-in-law, Kenneth, Herbie Ray, Ronnie, Bobby, and Roger Julian and wife Avo, all of Cookeville; 9 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, Edward and Herbie Ray Julian; her parents; two sisters; and three brothers. Interment was at Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Whitson Funeral Home.

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KALILAINEN, Edward
MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE: Edward G. Kalilainen, 70, died September 24, 2009. He was born June 2, 1939 to the late Eino and Doris Kalilainen. He worked at Tennessee Auto Auction, and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He attended Crossway Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Arnold Kalilainen; a son, Kenneth Eino (Gloria) Kalilainen; a daughter, Cheryl Ann Mitchell of Smyrna; and his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles John Kalilainen; and his parents. Interment was at New North Cemetery in Sudbury, MA with local arrangements by Murfreesboro Funeral Home.

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KASSINGER, Darrell
GATLINBURG, TENNESSEE: Darrell Kassinger, 83, died February 2, 2004. He was born November 25, 1920 in McLean County, KY to Jack and Haley Kassinger. He retired from the U.S. Army, and was a veteran of World War II. He also worked at the Mountain Lodge Restaurant. He was a Mason for over 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Zula Kassinger; four sons, Darrell Wayne (Katherine) Kassinger, Jack (Cherie) Kassinger, Mike (Dory) Kassinger, and Thomas (Judy) Kassinger; two daughters, Pennie Kassinger, and Joyce (Eric) Garvey; his brothers, Quay, Jim and Dean Kassinger; three sisters, Belle Austin, Audrey Tanner, and Alice Morris; 15 grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Frank Kassinger; and a grandson, Darrell Lynn Kassinger. Interment with military honors was at Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens with arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home.

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KERLEY, Zona
CROSSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Zona Edith Burgess Kerley, 101, died October 3, 2006. She was born June 2, 1905 in Cumberland County to Canza and Anna Walker Burgess. She was a member of the Living Church of God. She is survived by a son, Herbert Kerley of Georgia; a daughter, Ruby Tabor of Crossville; a sister, Jean Watley of Elyria, OH; 9 grandchildren; 19 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Kerley; a son, Hubert Kerley; her parents; five sisters; seven brothers; a grandson, Tony Tabor; and a great-grandson, Jeff Tabor. Interment was at Green Acres Memorial Gardens with arrangements by Crossville Memorial Funeral Home.

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KING, George W.
COLLEGE GROVE, TENNESSEE: George Washington King, 93, died May 21, 2009. He attended Cool Springs Primitive Baptist Church. Survivors include his daughters, Sandra Mayfield and Ann (Wade) Sledge; his sons, Tandy (Linda) King, Jimmy (Mary Anne) King, and Wayne (Nancy) King; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Thelma Childress King. Interment was at Williamson Memorial Gardens Services under the direction of Williamson Memorial Funeral Home.

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KITCHELL, Louise
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Louise Hendrix Kitchell, 90, died August 22, 2005. She was born October 20, 1914. She was a member of Donelson Church Of Christ. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph D. and Louise Kitchell; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Russell Kitchell; and a son, George Russell Kitchell II. Interment was at Woodlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Woodlawn Funeral Home.

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KNEELAND, William
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: William "Bubba" Kneeland, 54, died June 15, 2008. He was born August 19, 1953. Survivors include his mother, Estellar Kneeland; two brothers, Willis and Maurice Kneeland; two sisters, Sophia Kneeland and Alma Stinson; and a grandmother, Corena McKay. Interment was at Galilee Memorial Garden under the direction of Superior Funeral Home.

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KOLLEFRATH, Stella
LORETTO, TENNESSEE: Stella L. Kollefrath died October 10, 2009. She was born April 15, 1915. She was a retired cook at Sacred Heart School, and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is survived by a daughter, Lillian Black of Athens, AL; three sons, Jim Kollefrath, Jr. of Lawrenceburg, Ronnie Joe Kollefrath of Loretto, and Paul Kollefrath of Brownsboro, AL; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial was at Sacred Heart Cemetery by Loretto Memorial Chapel.

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KOZAKOS, Jimmy
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Jimmy Kozakos, 63, died June 7, 1952. He was born October 17, 1888 in Greece. He was a restaurant owner. Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery under the direction of Cosmopolitan Funeral Home.

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LAMBDIN, Troy
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Troy Lambdin, 83, died November 3, 2008. He was born December 21, 1924 to John and Blanche Lambdin. He was a veteran of World War II, and was a member of the Smoky Mountain Chapter of Ex-POWS. He attended Oak Grove Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Gladys Russell Lambdin; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Rick Steward; and his sisters and their spouses, Clayton and Wanda Barton, Lloyd and Goldie Bull, and Reba Cole. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Sherman, Lawrence, and his twin, Roy. Interment with military honors was at Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cooke Mortuary.

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LAWRENCE, William Ray
MUNFORD, TENNESSEE: William Ray Lawrence, 66, died March 5, 2009. He was born December 7, 1942. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann Lawrence. Interment was at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.

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LAWSON, George W., Sr.
SEVIERVILLE, TENNESSEE: George Washington Lawson, Sr., 69, died December 26, 1931. He was born November 20, 1862 to Andrew Walker Lawson and Deborah Snapp Lawson. He was a retired pharmacist. He was survived by his wife, Serena Bowers Lawson; a daughter, Mildred Lawson Lack; and two sons, G.W. Lawson, Jr. and Fred C. Lawson. Services were held at the First Baptist Church. Interment was at Knob Creek Cemetery.

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LEARY, Ava
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Ava Hall Leary, 100, passed away July 26, 2008. She attended the First United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Glen W. Hall (JoAnn) of Pawley's Island, SC; a daughter, Judy Hall Burks (Johnny) of Dyersburg; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and a niece. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Hall; and a grandchild, Stan Walker. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery with arrangements by Curry Funeral Home.

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LINDSEY, John
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: John Lindsey, 82, died August 10, 2010. He was a retired truck driver for Carolina Freight. He was a member of the Military Retirees of the Tri-State, the Orange Mound Senior Citizens Center, and the Ruth E. Tate Senior Citizens Center. He is survived by his wife, Sonja Lindsey; a daughter, Bukeka Shakur; a son, Kevin Williams; a brother, Edward L. (Berta) Lindsey of Compton, CA; a stepsister, Fannie Holman; his mother-in-law, Isabelle Williams; 5 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Tabernacle Baptist Church. Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery with arrangements by Harrison's Funeral Home.

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LOCK, Edward
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Edward Lock died September 3, 1930. He was survived by his wife; five children, Thelma, Louise, Earl, Kenneth, and John; and two sisters, Katie Lock and Eliza Owens. Burial was at West Lawn Cemetery.

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LOONEY, Emma
IRON CITY, TENNESSEE: Emma Jo Killen Looney, 73, died April 16, 1979 at Columbia Nursing Facility in Columbia, TN. She was born November 24, 1905. She was a native of Alabama, and a member of the Iron City United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Dall Marie (Quill) Hale of Iron City; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Interment was at Richardson Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Loretto Memorial Funeral Home.

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LORING, James R.
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE: James Russell Loring, 83, died November 28, 2007. He was born October 24, 1924 to Walter and Opal Kerr Loring. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Giffin Loring; two sons, Randy Loring of Florida, and Scott Loring of Illinois; a sister, Blanche Ashloch of Florida; his grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Claudia Renee; a sister, Dorothy Neff; and his parents. Interment was at Carpenters United Methodist Church Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

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LOVELADY, Ethel Lee
ERIN, TENNESSEE: Ethel Lee Lovelady, 87, died July 12, 2008. She was born February 26, 1921 to the late James and Mary Martin Coffelt. She was a member of Arlington House of Prayer. Survivors include a son, James Lee Lovelady of Erin; a daughter, Mary Perigo of Erin; 16 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Lovelady. Burial was at Hamm Cemetery under the direction of Nave Funeral Home.

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LUCIDO, Charlene
MILLINGTON, TENNESSEE: Charlene M. "Charlie" Lucido, 60, died February 10, 2008. She was born April 12, 1947. She was a waitress at Old Timers, Charlie's Steakhouse, and Ryan's. Survivors include her husband, Frank Lucido; a son, Michael A. Lucido of Millington; a daughter, Kimberly Lucido of Millington; her mother, Christine Walgenbach; two sisters, Charlotte Zeiders of Wood Bridge, VA, and Carla Willner of Albuquerque; and a grandchild. Burial was at Northridge Woodhaven Cemetery under the direction of Munford Funeral Home.

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LYNN, Ivaleane
MOUNT JULIET, TENNESSEE: Ivaleane Lynn, 83, died January 4, 2006. She was the daughter of Olin Bennett and Vela Lou Sims Ragland. Survivors include two sons, Larry Lynn and Mickey Lynn; a sister, Martha Brown; two brothers, Murphy Ragland and Cecil Bennett Ragland; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Haskell Lynn; a daughter, Patricia Ratliff; and her parents. Interment was at Welker Cemetery under the direction of Bond Memorial Chapel.

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MANN, Nathaniel
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Nathaniel Mann, 55, died September 20, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Bessie Dyson Mann; three sons, Willie Taylor and Craig Mann, both of Dyersburg, and Nathaniel D. Mann of Grand Rapids, MI; two daughters, Quinetella Tyus and Carol Mann, both of Dyersburg; two brothers, James Earl Mann of Dyersburg, and Andrew Mann of Decatur, IL; six sisters, Linda Haymond, Betty Gauldin, and Laura Mann, all of Dyersburg, Verise Knight of Memphis, Dora Ewing of Decatur, IL, and Gladys Graham of Battle Creek, MI; and 9 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Mann, Jr; a sister, Edna Mann Jordan; and his parents, Robert W. Mann, Sr. and Gladys Flagg Mann. Services were held at Better Way Outreach Ministries. Burial was at Memorial Park Cemetery by Cosmopolitan Funeral Services.

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MAPLES, Jennie
KODAK, TENNESSEE: Jennie Ruth Maples, 72, died June 22, 2005. She was born August 26, 1932 in Jefferson County, TN to George and Cora Bridges. She attended New Salem Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Wanda Smith and Brenda Johnson; a brother and sister-in-law, George and Nadine Bridges; 5 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl H. Maples; and her parents. Interment was at Pollard Cemetery with arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home.

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MARCUS, Lillian
SHARON, TENNESSEE: Lillian Alice Marcus, 67, died December 1, 2010 at her residence. She was born January 18, 1943 in Watson, AR to the late James Ollie and Willie Lee Patrick Chadwick. She was a retired garment factory worker, and was a member of The Shepherd's Field Church. Survivors include a daughter, Patricia Baker of Sharon; a son, David James Marcus of Palmersville; a sister, Charlene Strother of Lakewood, CO; 2 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers, James Lewis Chadwick, David L. Chadwick, Ray McCall, and Curtis Eugene Craig. Services were held at The Shepherd's Field Church. Arrangements were handled by Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home.

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MARRS, Richard D.
FAYETTEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Richard Douglas Marrs, 76, died February 4, 2008. He was born August 3, 1931 to the late Ray and Addie Stevenson Marrs. He was a member of the Fayetteville First Methodist Church. He is survived by a sister, Barbara Smith (Joe) of Fayetteville; and his nieces and nephews. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Higgins Funeral Home.

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MASON, Janie
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Janie Mae Terry Mason, 97, died December 25, 2007 at her home. Survivors include her nieces and nephews, including her niece and caretaker, Lucille Scott of Memphis. Services were held at New Bethel Outreach Ministries. Interment was at Galilee Cemetery with arrangements by N.J. Ford and Sons Funeral Home.

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MASSENGILL, Eunice
HARROGATE, TENNESSEE: Eunice Faye Eastridge Massengill, 68, died April 6, 2006 at U.T. Hospital. She was born August 6, 1937 in Claiborne County, TN to the late John Barton Eastridge and Sarah Lee Eastridge. She attended Little Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Frank Eugene Massengill; two daughters, Annette Massengill, and Anita Massengill (David Anderson), all of Harrogate; two sons, Verlin (Melissa) Massengill, and Edward (Pauline) Massengill, all of Harrogate; a sister, Mildred Cosby of Harrogate; 5 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and her nieces and nephews. Interment was at the Massengill Family Cemetery under the direction of Reece Funeral Home.

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MAULDIN, George W.
SAULSBURY, TENNESSEE: George Washington Mauldin died March 17, 1860. He was born October 24, 1831 to Wesley and Bethena Clarke Mauldin. Burial was at Spring Creek Cemetery.

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MAYO, Ella
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Ella Mayo, 29, died of tuberculosis on August 25, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband. Interment was at the Shelby County Cemetery with burial arrangements handled by the County.

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McBRIDE, Charles
HUMBOLDT, TENNESSEE: Charles McBride, 85, died April 19, 2010. He was born June 3, 1928. He was a decorated U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by two sisters, Ardealia McGhee of San Francisco, CA, and Arsie McGhee of St. Louis, MO; his nieces and nephews; his cousins; and his friends. Services were held at Lively Stone House of Praise. Interment was at West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery in Memphis under the direction of Cosmopolitan Funeral Home.

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McCRAVEY, Gypsy
BULLS GAP, TENNESSEE: Gypsy McCravey, 36, died April 15, 1950 at Eastern State Hospital in Knoxville. She was born January 5, 1914 in Tennessee to J.R. and Nannie Pinkston McCravey. Arrangements were handled by Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home.

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McMURRAY, Betty
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: Betty Jane Greer McMurray, 76, died February 12, 2007. She retired from Holston Valley Medical Center, and was a Baptist. She is survived by a son, Eddie McMurray; a daughter, Judy Light (Jeff); a brother, G.C. Greer (Minnie Jean); a sister, Dessie "Boots" Ennis; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. McMurray; her parents, Coy and Blanche Greer; and two brothers, Johnny Greer and L.B. Greer. Interment was at Oak Hill Memorial Park by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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MERRIWETHER, Marsha
CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Martha Elizabeth Davis Merriwether, 55, died January 15, 2009. She was born July 17, 1953. Services were held at St. Paul A.M.E. Church. Interment was at Hillman-Merriwether Cemetery under the direction of Foston Funeral Home.

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MISTER, Lizzie
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Lizzie Mae Mister, 86, died September 27, 2000 at her home. She was born January 29, 1914. She was a member of Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as secretary of the Mothers' Board. Services were held at Progressive Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Forest Hill Cemetery Midtown under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

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MITCHELL, Abijah
MARSHALL COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Abijah Davis Mitchell died July 25, 1891. He was born May 25, 1797. He came to Maury County at age 13, and later moved to Marshall County, where he passed away. He joined Friendship Baptist Church at age 90. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Wells Mitchell. Burial was at Wells Cemetery.

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MOFFATT, Doris
RIPLEY, TENNESSEE: Doris Lavannah Moffatt, 82, died December 2, 2010 at Lauderdale Community Living Center. She was born July 22, 1928. Survivors include two sons, Robert L. Moffatt and Johnny Moffatt of Ripley; a brother, Billy Hines of Ripley; 3 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Hindman Moffatt. Interment was at Ripley Memorial Gardens under the direction of Garner Funeral Home.

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MOON, Montez
PARIS, TENNESSEE: Montez Roberts Moon, 85, died August 27, 2006. She was born December 11, 1920. She is survived by her husband, Hulon Moon. Services were held at the chapel of McEvoy Funeral Home. Burial was at Olive Branch Cemetery.

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MOORER, Gwendolyn
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Gwendolyn Moorer, 64, died July 18, 2010. Services were held at Lively Stone Church. Interment was at East Court Cemetery under the direction of Cosmopolitan Funeral Services.

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MORGAN, Betty
OLIVER SPRINGS, TENNESSEE: Betty J. Eason Morgan, 66, died July 12, 2009. She was born December 26, 1942 in Highland City, FL. She was a member of Beechfork Holiness Church, and was a former resident of Atlanta, GA. Survivors include her husband, J.P. "Doc" Morgan; a daughter, Lisa Prince of Oliver Springs; a son, Keith Morgan (Shelia) of Villa Rica, GA; her mother, Evelyn Rowan Eason of Oliver Springs; two brothers, Tom Eason (Sharon) of Oliver Springs, and Mike Eason (Janice) of Salisbury, NC; 6 grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Rev. James E. Eason; a brother, John Edward Eason; and a son-in-law, David Prince. Interment was at Anderson Memorial Gardens by Sharp Funeral Home.

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MORGAN, Emma
IRON CITY, TENNESSEE: Emma Mable Morgan, 63, died January 11, 1970 at ECM Hospital. She was born October 4, 1906. She was a member of Railroad Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, Grayford Morgan; a daughter, Mrs. Sam Miller, Jr.; three sons, James Morgan, W.D. Morgan, and Herbert Morgan; a sister, Mrs. Berlin England; three brothers, Howard Arnett, Roy Arnett, and J.H. Arnett; 8 grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. Services were held at Railroad Methodist Church. Interment was at the church cemetery. Note: One record gives her husband's name as James Grayford Morgan.

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MORRISON, Virginia
FAYETTEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Virginia Morrison, 82, died February 25, 2008. She was born June 23, 1925 to the late William Richard and Margaret Ellen Vaughn Carter. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Dwight Morrison (Valerie) of Huntsville, and Bobby R. Morrison (Wanda) of Fayetteville; four sisters, Barbara Ann Meade of Winchester, and Etha Jean Smartt, Leona Tucker, and Francis Steelman, all of Fayetteville; two brothers, J.B. Carter of Shelbyville, and Edward Carter of Fayetteville; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 4 step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Morrison. Burial was at Prospect Cemetery by Higgins Funeral Home.

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MORTON, Clara Lee
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Clara Lee Morton, 79, died November 16, 2005. She was born October 13, 1926 to Carl H. and Pauline Morton. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Glenda and Ronnie Harrison of Louisville; a sister-in-law, Marie Morton of Houston, TX; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, J.T. Morton and two infant brothers; and a sister, Marjorie Delores Woods. Interment was at Clark's Grove Cemetery by Miller Funeral Home.

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MOTZ, Geneva
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Geneva Hinkle Motz, 78, died July 30, 2000. She was the daughter of Herbert and Bessie Jane Honeycutt Barnett. She was of the Methodist faith. Survivors include her husband, Lawrence Motz; two sons, James Hubert Hinkle of Johnson City, and Paul Edward Hinkle of Hampton; five daughters, Dolores Ann Jackson of Monrovia, MD, Helen Sue Brown of Fishersville, VA, Mary Edith Cole of Hampton, and Jacquelyn Annette Hawkins and Bessie Lou Bageant, both of Johnson City; her nieces and nephews; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Lonnie Frank Hinkle; her parents; two sisters, Edith Holtsclaw and Mary Etta Brewer; and two brothers, R.J. Barnett and Zeb Barnett. Interment was at Washington County Memory Gardens by Morris-Baker Funeral Home.

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MULLENAX, Edith
LEXINGTON, TENNESSEE: Edith Anderson Mullenax died April 30, 2002. She was born November 21, 1919 to the late Jesse V. and Julia Fiddler Gabbard. She attended Blue Goose United Pentecostal Church, and enjoyed gospel music and sewing. She is survived by her husband, Bob Mullenax; a daughter, Trudy Bledsoe of Nashville; two sons, Rex Anderson of Longwood, FL, and Danny Anderson of Humboldt; a sister, Alta Myracle of Parsons; two brothers, Alford and Glen Gabbard of Memphis; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Burial was at Independence Cemetery by Pafford Funeral Home.

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NEIL, Bobby Ray
RIDGELY, TENNESSEE: Bobby Ray Neil, 68, died May 22, 2008 at his home. He attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Ridgely. He is survived by a brother, Johnny Neil of Ridgely; and a sister, Betty Cantrell of Ridgely. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Birdie Heath Neil; a brother, J.C. Neil; and two sisters, Ruth Tate and Shirley Sanford. Services were held at the Church of God of Prophecy. Interment was at New Haven Cemetery under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.

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NIPP, Hazel
HORNBEAK, TENNESSEE: Hazel Louise Joyner Nipp, 79, died January 27, 2008. She was born December 11, 1928 in Obion County to Hubert and Georgia Thorn Joyner. She was a member of Mount Ararat Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Nipp; and a brother, Ferrell Joyner. Interment was at Terrace Hill Cemetery under the direction of White and Mahon Funeral Home.

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NOLEN, Daisy
McKENZIE, TENNESSEE: Daisy Uneta Nolen, 82, died October 3, 2001 at her home. She was born February 6, 1919 in Covington to Obediah and Daisy Chatman Reynolds. She was a member of Enon Missionary Baptist Church, and had been a longtime youth director at Enon and Obion River District. She is survived by two sons, Terry Nolen of McKenzie, and James Nolen of Chicago, IL; two daughters, Daisy Dudley of McKenzie, and Vitular Gilbert of Chicago, IL; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nathaniel Nolen. Services were held at Obion River District Headquarters in McKenzie. Interment was at Mount Olivet Cemetery under the direction of Trinity Funeral Home.

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NORWOOD, Doris
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Doris Norwood died April 14, 2007. She was born January 20, 1929 to William Greisham and Lois Drew. She is survived by a son, Leonard (Barbara) Norwood; a daughter, Francis (Lonnie) Speller; 4 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Norwood; and her parents. Burial was at Chattanooga National Cemetery under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home.

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O'DELL, Samuel
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Samuel O'Dell, 80, died September 9, 2007. He was born July 22, 1927. He was a World War II veteran, and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Frances O'Dell; two daughters and a son-in-law, Kimberly and Mark McConkey, and Sarah Lawless; and 4 grandchildren. Entombment was at Eastview Memorial Gardens under the direction of Bridges Funeral Home.

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OVERTON, Connie
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Connie McCutcheon Overton, 81, died January 2, 2008. She was a retired food processor, and attended Evansville Baptist Church. She is survived by five daughters, Robbie Anderson of Buchanan, MI, and Dora Jane Richards (Johnny), Gail McCann (Carlton), Glenda Slater (Paul), and Dale Nail (Stanley), all of Dyersburg; five sons, David McCutcheon (Pat) of Newbern, and Ralph McCutcheon (Sherry), Bobby McCutcheon (Joyce), James McCutcheon (Diane), and Terry McCutcheon, all of Dyersburg; three brothers, George Billy Walker of Fort Payne, AL, Jeff Walker of Lexington, and Cecil Paul Walker of Decaturville; three sisters, Mary Lou Avent of Scotts Hill, and Dolly Kissinger and Tiny Joyce Cordel, both of Peoria, IL; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Clyde McCutcheon and Richard Overton; her parents, Jarrett Walker and Mary Jane Ray Walker; a brother, L.T. Walker; and a sister, Mable Yarbro. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.

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PARKER, Charlie R., Jr.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Charlie R. Parker, Jr., 64, died December 13, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Lentora G. Parker; a daughter, Jennifer Parker; his father, Charlie R. Parker, Sr.; his stepfather, Rev. George L. Harris; his sisters, Ruth Price, Paulette Wharton, Johnnie Patricia Corley, and Olivette and Barbara Jean Parker; a brother, John Parker; several stepsisters and stepbrothers; his aunts and uncles; his in-laws; his nieces and nephews; his cousins; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Alameda Christian Church. Interment was at Greenwood Cemetery by Smith Brothers Funeral Directors.

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PASCHALL, Clara
HUNTINGDON, TENNESSEE: Clara Vivian Paschall, 81, died June 14, 2007. She was born July 15, 1925, in Weakley County, TN to the late William Johnson and Lena McRae Paschall. She attended Huntingdon First Baptist Church, and was active with RSVP. Survivors include a foster brother, Donald McMackins of Huntingdon; two foster sisters, Betty Webb of Huntingdon, and Ann McClintock of McKenzie; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Huntingdon First Baptist Church. Interment was at Wesley Chapel Cemetery with arrangements by Dilday Funeral Home.

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PASKIET, Lee
LOUDON, TENNESSEE: Lee S. Paskiet, 70, died July 31, 2010. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Lenoir City. He was a resident of Tellico Village, and was a member of the Hot Notes and Top Notes there. Survivors include his wife, Carol Paskiet; two daughters, Jill Cole of Michigan, and Cheryl Passel (Lenny) of Wisconsin; a sister, Dee Anderson (Wayne); his grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother. Arrangements were entrusted to Click Funeral Home.

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PEAKE, Mary
ERWIN, TENNESSEE: Mary Elizabeth Peake, 83, died March 19, 2010. She was the daughter of the late W.G. and Lydia Higgins Hensley. She retired from Dial Chevrolet. She is survived by a daughter, Rita Hendren of Erwin; a brother, Lloyd Hensley of Erwin; a sister, Earlene Nipps of San Diego; 3 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Wright; her parents; several sisters; and three brothers. Arrangements were handled by Valley Funeral Home.

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PERKINS, Annis
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Annis Teffeteller Perkins, 90, died August 26, 2006. She was a member of Six Mile Baptist Church. She was born April 3, 1916 to Thomas and Nancy McDonald Teffeteller. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Sheila and Tim Myers of Walland; two sons and daughters-in-law, Leonard and Robin Perkins and Ray and Donna Perkins, all of Maryville; a daughter-in-law, Linda Perkins; her grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; her caregivers, Stacy Martin and Nell Miller; and her nieces and nephews. She preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Robert Calvin Perkins; a son, Wayne Perkins; her parents; six sisters, Thelma Gibbs, Ruby Boring, Cora Lee Pollard, Hazel Ledbetter, Pauline Braden, and Mary Thomas; and two brothers, Harold and Gene Teffeteller. Burial was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery by Miller Funeral Home.

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PERMENTER, Paulette
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Paulette Permenter, 63, died December 7, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Paul Permenter; a son, Gary Permenter of Newbern; a daughter, Lisa Pledge of Newbern; and 2 grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Alma Atchison Walker; a brother, James Loveless; and a sister, Frances Burkhead. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

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PETTIS, Bobbie
JACKSON, TENNESSEE: Bobbie Lambert Pettis died March 20, 2003. She was born in Whiteville, TN. She held a bachelor's degree from Lane College. She was an educator, and had worked in Weakley, Hardeman and Madison Counties. She was active in her church, and served in many different capacities including the Missionary Board, the Steward Board, and the Senior Choir. She was a Past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star and a Past Commandress of the Daughters of Isis. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, a charter member of Phi Delta Kappa, and vice-president of the Tennessee Federated Colored Women's Clubs. She is survived by a son, Louis H. Pettis (Clara) of Aurora, CO; a brother, John Otis Lambert of Fresno, CA; two sisters, Ruth L. Hill (W.G.) of Brownsville, and Opal L. Franklin of Whiteville; a sister-in-law, Ida Lambert; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her cousins; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. Interment was at Elmwood Cemetery.

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PHILLIPS, Edna
SHELBYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Edna Gertrude Phillips, 10, died April 15, 1916. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Phillips. Burial was at Willow Mount Cemetery.

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PORTER, Pauline
PARIS, TENNESSEE: Pauline Porter, 84, died June 6, 2008. She was born October 23, 1923 in Springville to Luther and Mary Tharpe Porter. She was a member of Spring Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by three children, Lucian Travis of Clarksville, Randolph Travis of Paris, and Frankie (Patricia) Travis of St. Louis; two sisters: Ruby (Junior) Tharpe of Paris, and May Teague of Chicago; two brothers, Earn (Sadie) Porter, and Cecil (Ruthie) Porter, both of Paris; her grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; her cousins; and her nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Rawls Funeral Home.

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POWERS, Dwight
CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE: Dwight Powers, 61, died March 31, 2007 at his residence. He was born January 18, 1945. He was a Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Alene Cronan Powers; two daughters, Misty Moses (Dean) of Cleveland, and Malinda Cash (Tony) of Copper Hill; two stepsons, John Bates and William Bates (Amanda), all of Cleveland; a sister, Beulah Hicks (Gary); a brother, Douglas Powers; 10 grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Sallie Powers; a sister, Willie Mae Mullinax; and a brother, LeeRoy Powers. Interment was at Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Higgins Funeral Home.

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PRESNELL, Lucille
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Lucille Burton Presnell, 89, died July 17, 2007 at Lakebridge Health Care Center. She was born August 26, 1917 to Taylor and Ella Younce Burton. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a son, Larry (Pat) of Johnson City; a daughter, Earleen Wilcox of Johnson City; a sister, Maude Farthing of Sugar Grove, NC; her grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ottie Presnell; her parents; two sisters, Ola Mae Smith and Lois McElyea; a son-in-law, Charles Wilcox; and a grandson, Robert Arnett. Interment was at Monte Vista Memorial Park by Morris-Baker Funeral Home.

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PROPHET, Lila Lee
COOKEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Lila Lee Prophet, 75, died January 28, 2009. She was born June 7, 1933 to the late Theodore Franklin and Bernice Melissa Bradley Turner. She was an insurance agent and a licensed practical nurse. She attended Wilhite Baptist Church. Survivors include her nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law, Ollie Setzer; several cousins, including David Harold Setzer, Bobby Ross, and Buford Ross; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, William A. Prophet; a brother, Theodore Arnold Turner; and her parents. Burial was at West Cemetery with arrangements by Dyer Funeral Home.

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REGISTER, Vera
DICKSON, TENNESSEE: Vera Register died in November of 1910. She was born in 1895 to Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Register. Interment was at Dickson Union Cemetery.

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RENFRO, Ruby
TEN MILE, TENNESSEE: Ruby Doris Renfro, 69, died July 18, 2009. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a son, Michael Ed Renfro and wife Carolyn Lucille; a brother, Carl Duncan; her sisters, Clara Harris, Anna Jenkins, Pat Fraker, Betty June Hastings, and Dorothy Taylor; a granddaughter; and a great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Ed Renfro; her parents, Wilfred and Anna Duncan; a brother, William Milo Duncan; and two sisters, Wilma Louise Duncan and Mary Kate Wadley. Interment was at Brown Cemetery with arrangements by Kyker Funeral Home.

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ROBINSON, Cleveland
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Cleveland Robinson, 98, died March 16, 2010. He is survived by two daughters, Annie Moore and Frances Davis; his sons, Charlie (Sara) Moore, Harold Moore, and Coy L. (Carleen) Moore, all of Huntsville, AL, Paul (Arlene) Moore, and Dayrel (Juliet) Moore; two brothers, Hudson and Jimmy D. Robinson; his grandchildren; and his great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Moore Robinson; and his parents, Kary and Janie Robinson. Services were held at Orchard Park Seventh-day Adventist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to John P. Franklin Funeral Home.

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ROCCONI, Virginia
GERMANTOWN, TENNESSEE: Virginia Menotti Rocconi, 87, died March 10, 2004. She was born April 3, 1916 in Pine Bluff, AR to Alexander and Albina Cingolani Menotti. She was a member of Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church in Lake Village, AR, where she had served with the Altar Society, and also attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Germantown. Survivors include two daughters, Carol A. Rocconi of Germantown, and Agnes Rocconi Borneman of Atlanta, GA; a son, Dr. James Richard Rocconi of Camden, AR; two sisters, Mary Grassi of Lake Village, AR, and Hazel Turchi of Pine Bluff, AR; a brother, John Menotti of Pickwick; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.S. Rocconi; her parents; a sister; and three brothers. Services were held at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church. Interment was at St. Mary's Cemetery by Griffin-Steele Funeral Home. Note: One record shows her as being buried at St. Isidore Catholic Cemetery in Lake Village, AR.

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ROME, Mattie
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Mattie L. Rome was born August 28, 1924, and passed away January 8, 2011. Services were held at New Sardis Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at the New Sardis Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery by M.J. Edwards Funeral Home.

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ROSADIO, Olinda
COOKEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Olinda Luz Rosadio, 81, died December 25, 2008. She was born in Lima, Peru on August 22, 1927 to the late Manuel Carillo and Anna Fonseca Carillo. She is survived by three children, Elena Wunder of Jamestown, Maritza Rosadio of Sunnyside, NY, and Enrique Rosadio of Lima, Peru; three sisters, Olga Ramirez, Dora Ramirez, and Gladys Ramirez; three brothers, Raul Ramirez, Carlos Aponte, and Isaac Martin: 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hector Rosadio; a daughter, Maria Rosadio; and her parents. Services were held at St. Christopher Catholic Church in Jamestown. Arrangements were entrusted to Dyer Funeral Home.

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ROSKIE, Geneva
MOUNTAIN CITY, TENNESSEE: Geneva H. Roskie, 73, died January 11, 2003 at the Mountain City Care Center. She was born November 14, 1929 to Bird and Nora Ealy Howard. She was a member of Pathfork Holiness Church, and enjoyed cooking. She was a native of Harland, KY. She is survived by five sons, Steve Roskie of Mountain City, Jeffery Roskie of the home, Bruce Roskie of Harland, and David Roskie and William Glenn Roskie, both of Knoxville; six daughters, Brenda Edwards of Jonesboro, Angel Coward of Knoxville, Nora Sutphin and Shirley Morris, both of Johnson City, and Kathy Eller and Bobbie Lane, both of Mountain City; a brother, Ray Howard of Sebring, FL; 19 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Roskie; a daughter, Jerry Sue Jones; several siblings; and a grandson. Interment was at Phillippi Cemetery under the direction of Hux-Lipford Funeral Home.

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ROUSE, Gladys
BLOUNTVILLE, TENNESSEE: Gladys Irene Rouse, 89 died December 2, 2011 at Greystone Health Care Center in Blountville. She was born December 16, 1921 in Hickory, NC. She was a member of Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include a son, Wayne Rouse; two daughters, Janice Squire (Richard) and Rita Sions; a sister, Pansy Collins; 3 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Rouse. Interment was at Mountain View Cemetery under the direction of Akard Funeral Home.

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ROWE, Frances
WINCHESTER, TENNESSEE: Frances Rowe, 82, died February 26, 2009. She was the daughter of Virgil and Mary Hightower. Survivors include three sons, Wayne (Linda) Bussell of Winchester, Kelly E. (Sandra) Bussell, Jr. of Athens, GA, and Clark Bussell of Tullahoma; 7 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Kelly Bussell and Oscar J. Rowe; her parents; and a granddaughter, Stacey Bussell. Services were held at Wesley Heights United Methodist Church. Burial was at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery by Tullahoma Funeral Home.

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ROYSE, Erby
HERMITAGE, TENNESSEE: Erby L. Lykins Royse, 81, died October 17, 2007 at McKendree Village in Hermitage. She was born December 5, 1925 in Trimble County, KY to Lourie D. and Lula Meadows Vest. She had worked at Smith Cabinet Company, Robus Corp. in Madison, the Charlestown Powder Plant, and at Scott Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the Austin First Baptist Church and the Scott Memorial Hospital Guild. She is survived by a daughter, Dianna L. Webster of Cane Ridge; a brother, Joe Vest of Jeffersonville, IN; five sisters, Mattie Shields of Jeffersonville, IN, Violet Jones and Virginia Graebe of New Washington, IN, and Mary Perkinson and Martha Graebe, both of Hibernia, IN; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Rev. Amos A. Lykins and Russell Royse; a daughter, Mary L. Anderson; and a sister, Ethel Whitaker. Arrangements were handled by Collins Funeral Home.

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RUBIN, Jeanne
OAK RIDGE, TENNESSEE: Jeanne Gamso Rubin died January 15, 2006. She was born July 24, 1916 in Indianapolis, IN to Aaron and Mary Gamso. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, reading, and collecting stuffed animals. She was a former volunteer at the Oak Ridge unit of Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, the Oak Ridge Community Playhouse, and Methodist Medical Center. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ira "Bud" Rubin; a son, David (Caroline) Rubin of Charlottesville, VA; a daughter, Judith Martin of Clinton; a sister-in-law, Sue Sweet of Madison, WI; a grandson; and her friends, including David and Dorothy Alford. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Martin Bloom; her parents; a brother, Bobby Gamso; a sister, Mary Ann Boleman; a son-in-law, Donald Martin of Clinton; and a brother-in-law, Burnie Sweet. Interment was at Oak Ridge Memorial Park by Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home.

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RUSSELL, Mildred
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Mildred Corna Russell passed away November 4, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Perry L. Russell; and other relatives and friends. Arrangements were entrusted to Smith Brothers Funeral Home.

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SANCHEZ, Aurora
FLINTVILLE, TENNESSEE: Aurora Sanchez, 87, died June 20, 2005 at her home. She was the daughter of Juan and Catarina Soto Martinez, and was a Texas native. She had worked in the Lincoln Regional Hospital laundry department. She is survived by three sons, Chano Sanchez of Flintville, Victor Sanchez of Cloverdale, CA and Rudy Sanchez of Blackfoot, ID; four daughters, Rachel Johnson of Sanger, CA, Mary Lou Hatley of Flintville, and Paula Posey and Juanita Funk, both of Fayetteville; a brother, Alexander Martinez of Blackfoot, ID; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren; and her friends, including Janet Spangler and Connie Sims. Services were held at the Flintville Baptist Church. Interment was at the Flintville Cemetery under the direction of Gallant Funeral Home.

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SANDIDGE, Eula
SURGOINSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Eula Leeper Sandidge, 91, died August 20, 2005 at her home. She was born May 4, 1914. She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church of Surgoinsville and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include her sons, John C. Sandidge (Janet), and Ed Sandidge (Betty); a daughter, Wanda Farmer (Delano); her grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.R. (Bob) Sandidge; two sisters, Annie Owens and Laura Roller; and a brother, Hugh K. Leeper. Interment was at Hawkins County Memorial Gardens by Colboch-Price Funeral Home.

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SARTAIN, Anna
TALBOTT, TENNESSEE: Anna E. Sartain, 88, died September 15, 2004. She attended Ebeneezer United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, James Sartain; two sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Delores Sartain, and Billy and Violet Sartain, all of Talbott; 2 grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. Interment was at White Pine Cemetery by Farrar Funeral Home.

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SCHNEIDER, Margaret
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Margaret Schneider, 73, died September 25, 1988. She was of the Catholic faith. She is survived by her husband, Joe Schneider; three sisters; and two brothers. Services were held at St. Paul's Catholic Church. Burial was at Memphis Memorial Park with arrangements by Memphis Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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SCIARA, Vivian
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Vivian Byers Sciara, 86, died July 9, 2009. She was vice-president of Sciara Produce Company and attended St. Louis Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters, Charlotte Jean Kelly (Charles) of Olive Branch, MS, and Rose Annette Beard of Knoxville; a son, Peter Charles Sciara (Linda) of Memphis; 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Dominic Sciara. Services were held at St. Louis Catholic Church. Entombment was at Memorial Park Mausoleum with arrangements by Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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SEFTON, Joan
BARTLETT, TENNESSEE: Joan Kimes Sefton, 80, died October 2, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett. She was born September 17, 1929 in Grove City, PA to Henry Thomas "Bud" Kimes and Ruth Margaret Davidson Kimes. She retired from Allegheny Valley Hospital in Natrona Heights, PA, and later relocated to Bartlett. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Lawrence Curtis Sefton and Julie Walton Sefton; and 2 grandsons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Russell Sefton; and a sister, Ruth Margaret "Bebe" Kimes Keys. Arrangements were handled by Memorial Park Funeral Home.

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SHAW, Jesse
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Jesse Shaw, 20, died June 7, 1917 at Jane Terrell Baptist Hospital. He was born in 1897 in Arkansas to Dan Shaw and Emma Easley. Burial was at Zion Cemetery under the direction of undertaker Thomas H. Hayes.

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SHEEGOG, Nancy
MAURY COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Nancy Cheairs Sheegog, 76, died May 12, 1889 at Thompson Station. She was married twice, first to Constantine Perkins, and then to Edward Sheegog. Burial was at Rose Hill in Columbia.

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SILVERS, Allen
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Allen Wayne "Rocky" Silvers, 55, died March 26, 2009 at his residence. He was the son of George and Joyce Harvey Silvers. He worked as a security guard at Legion Street Rec, and attended Keystone Freewill Baptist Church. He was a lifelong resident of Johnson City. He is survived by five brothers, John, Bill, Tip, Buck, and David Silvers, all of Johnson City; two sisters, Carol Sell of Jonesborough, and and Brenda Scott of Knoxville; his uncles and aunts; and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, George L. Silvers. Jr. Arrangements were handled by Woodall-Anderson and Dugger Funeral Home.

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SKELLY, Geraldine
DUNLAP, TENNESSEE: Geraldine "Gerri" Porter Skelly, 87, died April 11, 2008. She is survived by a son, Joseph L. (Agnes) Skelly of Seabrook, TX; a daughter, Vicki (Bobby Joe) Johnson of Dunlap; 6 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, George H. Skelly, Sr.; a son, George H. Skelly, Jr.; and 2 grandsons, Joey McDaniel and Charles Borup. Arrangements were handled by Ewton Funeral Home.

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SKILLIAN, Ruby
LAWRENCEBURG, TENNESSEE: Ruby Ola Skillian, 86, died March 21, 2007. She was born December 11, 1920, and was a native of Lawrence County. She a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include a sister, Ruth Dodd of Lawrenceburg; and her nieces and nephews. Interment was at Cedar Hill Cemetery under the direction of Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home.

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SLAGLE, Charlotte
BLUFF CITY, TENNESSEE: Charlotte Slagle, 95, died June 27, 2006 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Sarah Haynes Caudill. She attended Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church, and was a member of the Chinquapin Senior Citizens. She was a native of Watauga County, NC. She is survived by two sisters, Louise Watson and Ruby Adams, both of Bluff City; and her nieces and nephews. Services were held at Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church. Interment was at Chinquapin Grove Cemetery by Tetrick Funeral Home.

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SMALLWOOD, Selma
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: Selma Smallwood, 99, died February 25, 2009. She was born August 29, 1909 in Bridgeport, AL. She was a former nurse at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, and attended Kingsley United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Jim Smallwood (Joy) of Kingsport; two daughters, Jane Smallwood of Kingsport, and Sue Grubbs of Goldsboro, NC; a sister, Charlsie Brown of Bridgeport, AL; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Smallwood. Interment was at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens under the direction of Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Mary
COOKEVILLE, TENNESSEE: Mary Smedley Smith, 77, died February 5, 2005 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born October 11, 1927 in Morehead, KY to L.B. and Lola Baldridge Smedley. She was a Baptist. Survivors include her husband, Charles "Chuck" Smith; her daughters and sons-in-law, Priscilla and Larry Edwards, Germaine and Robert Steakley, Annette and Mick Sharrard, Tammie and Dan Hanchey, Elaine Trombley, and Susan and Rev. John Hostler; a son and daughter-in-law, Norman and Ale Buza; two sisters, Loretta Dail and Watress Hayes; a brother, L.B. Smedley, Jr.; her grandchildren; and her great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Floyd Buza; her parents; three sisters, Orlene Hazel and Vernedis Smedley, and her twin, Martha Lou Hayes; five brothers, Joseph and Murlin Clifton, Clarence Eldon, Carl Edwin, and Cletus Smedley; and a great-grandson. Interment was at the Cookeville City Cemetery by Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home.

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SMITH, Ora
HUNTINGDON, TENNESSEE: Ora Smith, 76, died October 29, 2006 at the Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born June 21, 1930 in Carroll County, TN to Tom and Emma Baker Traywick. Survivors include two nieces, Margaret Ann Berlin of Gallatin, and Mildred Ford of LA; two nephews, Gordon Traywick of McKenzie, TN, and Tom Traywick of McAulley, AL; and her friends. Interment was at Hebron Cemetery under the direction of Dilday-Carter Funeral Home.

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SPICER, Gladys
BURNS, TENNESSEE: Gladys Scott Spicer, 88, died May 10, 2005 at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson. She was born January 6, 1917 to Rufus and Bell Spann Scott. She is survived by a sister, Dimple Bennett of Dickson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lercie Martin Spicer; and her parents. Interment was at Martin Garton Cemetery under the direction of Dickson Funeral Home.

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STALANS, Joe
SEYMOUR, TENNESSEE: Joe Z. Stalans, 100, died March 24, 2005. He was born March 19, 1905 to Sherman and Sarah Stalans. He attended Dupont Baptist Church. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Ruby Stalans of Seymour; a daughter and son-in-law, Georgia and J.R. Graves of Moore Haven, FL; 12 grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; and his great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Ogle Stalans; and his sons, Bobby Joe, Timothy, and Gilford. Interment was at Laurel Grove Cemetery with arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home.

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STANFORD, Isaac
SHELBYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Isaac Newton Stanford, 71, died October 9, 1915. Burial was at Willow Mount Cemetery.

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STANLEY, Margie
BLUFF CITY, TENNESSEE: Margie Adkins Stanley, 84, died September 13, 2009. She was born February 28, 1925 to the late Amos Clay and Rachel Keith Adkins. She attended Heartland Fellowhip Church of God of Prophecy in Elizabethton. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Virgil Dayton Stanley; a daughter, Linda Stanley Powers (James) of Knoxville; three sons, Bill Stanley (Madeleine) of Chattanooga, and Danny Stanley (Portia) and Phillip Stanley (Jessica), all of Bluff City; two sisters, Eula Culberson of Greenville, NC, and Crystal Meade of Coeburn, VA; 9 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a grandson, Christopher William Stanley. Services were held at Heartland Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy. Entombment was at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Mausoleum. Arrangements were entrusted to Tri-Cities Funeral Home.

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STEELY, Elizabeth Ann
CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE: Elizabeth Ann Steely, 64, died August 13, 2007. She was a longtime copy editor at Pathway Press, and was a pianist and organist. She attended North Cleveland Church of God, where she was a member of the Crusader Choir. She is survived by three daughters, Regina M. Jude (Randall) of Calhoun, GA, Christa D. Boling (Rusty) of Cleveland, and Angela E. Gibbs (Robert) of Troy, OH; two sons, Carl H. Steely, Jr. and Michael D. Steely (Marianne), all of Cincinnati, OH; a sister, Glenda Zunda of Covington, KY; a brother, Charles Rose of McRoberts, KY; her grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma Edith and Orlin Lee Rose. Services were held at North Cleveland Church of God. Arrangements were entrusted to Grissom Funeral Home.

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STEEN, Connie
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Connie Archer Steen, 87, died June 19, 2008. She was the daughter of Robert and Julia Blackburn Archer. She was a lifelong resident of Johnson City, and was a Baptist. She is survived by four nieces, Shirley E. Carr (Roby) of Johnson City, Earlene Banks (Lee) of Limestone, Marilyn Whitaker of Seattle, WA, and Mary Ferguson of Houston, TX; and four nephews, Rev. James Chatman (Jane) of Johnson City, Edward Payne (Denise) of Knoxville, Rev. Steve Chatman (Marietta) of Gray, and Robert Archer of Ringgold, GA; She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence D. Steen; her parents; two sisters, Eula Kate Firminhac, and her twin, Bonnie Payne; a brother, Robert Glen Archer; and a nephew, Bill Payne. Burial was at Archer Cemetery in Jonesborough under the direction of Woodall-Anderson and Dugger Funeral Home.

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STERCHI, Louis
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Louis A. Sterchi, 84, died May 5, 1969. He was born July 3, 1884 in Knox County, TN. He was the retired owner of Sterchi Furniture Co. in Knoxville, TN. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bristol, TN and enjoyed wintering in Florida. He was survived by his wife, Isabella C. Sturchi. Arrangements in Florida were handled by Moss Fort Harrison Chapel of Clearwater, FL. Burial was at Lynnhurst Cemetery.

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STEWART, Charles W.
TULLAHOMA, TENNESSEE: Charles William Stewart, 92, died March 1, 2010. He was born June 24, 1917 to Johnny Floyd Stewart and Petty Ann Weaver Stewart. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Flossie Lucille Sawyer Stewart; two sons, J.C. (Robbie) Stewart of Tullahoma, and Billy (Linda) Stewart of Lynchburg; a daughter, Barbara (Marvin) Sisk of Tullahoma; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jesse Clay Stewart; and a sister, Martha Virginia Bailey. Interment was at Ridgeville Cemetery with arrangements by Jennings-Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.

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STEWMAN, Esther
GALLATIN, TENNESSEE: Esther Stewman, 90, died April 12, 2007 at her home. She was born December 14, 1916 to George Britton and Lona Sullenger Tucker. She was a Lincoln County, TN native. She had worked as a beauty operator, and was a member of the Hope Assembly of God Church. She was a former resident of Fayetteville, TN. She is survived by a sister, Ernestine Apple of Gallatin; 5 nephews; and 2 nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, George T. Stewman. Services were held at the Hope Assembly of God Church. Interment was at Riverview Memorial Gardens by under the direction of Gallant Funeral Home.

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STODOLA, Larry
BLUFF CITY, TENNESSEE: Larry E. Stodola, 60, died July 29, 2008. He was the son of the late James Edward and Olga Sebtich Stodola. He worked with the Norfolk Southern Railroad for 22 years, and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing and woodcarving. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Judy Stodola; two sons, Scott Stodola and Jeff Stodola; a brother, James Stodola (Sue); 4 grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews. Interment with military honors was at Mountain Home National Cemetery by Tetrick Funeral Services.

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STONE, Mabel
WHITLEYVILLE, TENNESSEE: Mabel Stone, 87, died December 20, 2004 at her home. She was born August 14, 1917 in Jackson County, TN to Landon and Zella Allen Hall. She was a supervisor at Heavy Duty Manufacturing Co. in Gainesboro. She is survived by a daughter, Jackie Stone of Whitleyville; a son, Jimmy Stone of Whitleyville; a brother, Jack Hall of Lawrenceburg; 3 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hooper Stone; a son, Ben Wade Stone; her parents; two sisters, Edith Keith and Ozina Carter; and a brother, Eldon Hall. Services were held at the Stone Church of Christ. Interment was at Rob Draper Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Anderson-Upper Cumberland Funeral Home.

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STUMP, Wilma
LAWRENCEBURG, TENNESSEE: Wilma Jean Belew Stump, 71, died June 15, 2008. She was born March 30, 1937 to Lindsey Ed and Mattie Harris Belew. She was a retired public relations coordinator with the U.S. Forestry Service, and attended the Salem Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, George Stump (Kim) of West Linn, OR; 2 grandchildren; a nephew; and a great-niece. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Stump; and her parents. Interment was at Blair Cemetery under the direction of Neal Funeral Home.

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SWANNER, Ethel
JOHNSON CITY, TENNESSEE: Ethel Mae Abel Swanner, 77, died March 2, 2011 at her residence. She was the daughter of Charlie and Thelma Tyree Brewer, and was a lifelong resident of Johnson City. She formerly worked at Smith Nursing Home, and was a member of Guiding Light Bible Church. She is survived by three daughters, Phyllis Abel Lilly of Elizabethton, and Judy K. Abel and Christina Abel, both of Johnson City; three sons, Timothy Abel (Robin), Mike Abel (Susie), and Wayne Abel (Mary), all of Johnson City; a sister, Sue Moore of Jonesborough; a brother, Ernest Brewer of Johnson City; a son-in-law, Doug Lilly of Piney Flats; 9 grandchildren; a step-granddaughter; 10 great-grandchildren; her nieces and nephews; and her friends, including Dorothy Hurt, Gene Ward, Francis Brandon, and Bill Wright. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Harry L. Abel and French H. Swanner; her parents; three brothers, George Kenneth Brewer, John Roger Brewer, and Vernon Maples; a granddaughter, Misty Dawn Brown; and a close friend, David White. Interment was at Monte Vista Memorial Gardens under the direction of Woodall-Anderson and Dugger Funeral Home.

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TALLENT, Minnie
BENTON, TENNESSEE: Minnie Marie Tallent, 96, died July 5, 2009 at her home. She was born October 22, 1912 to Christopher and Ella Keith. She was a Baptist. She is survived by a daughter, May Shelfer; a sister, Mabel Triplett; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Nina Callahan; two sons, Benny Smith and Jerry Powell; her parents; two sisters, Pearl Triplett and Bonnie Wood; and two brothers, Major Keith and Gene Keith. Interment was at Old Ocoee Cemetery by Higgins Funeral Home.

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TATE, Mavis
HUNTINGDON, TENNESSEE: Mavis Maudeen Tate, 87, died May 9, 2007. She was born August 13, 1919 in Mississippi to the late Maud and Beulah Mae Harrison Edwards. She is survived by a brother, Hermon Edwards of Griffin, IN; a sister, Gladys Gambill of Easel; and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Tate, Sr.; and two sons, Joseph Leroy Tate, Jr. and James Edwards Tate. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery under the direction of Dilday Funeral Home.

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TATE, Osia
SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Osia Tate, 22, died of tuberculosis on March 3, 1923. He was a laborer, and was born in Tennessee to Daniel and Lizzie Tate. He was unmarried. Burial was at the County Cemetery with arrangements handled by the county.

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TEAGUE, Clara
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Clara S. Teague died January 31, 1935. She was preceded in death by her husband, Moses Teague. Interment was at the Chattanooga National Cemetery.

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THARPE, Ruby
HUNTINGDON, TENNESSEE: Ruby Leen Tharpe, 52, died January 29, 2011 at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. She was born April 2, 1958 in Carroll County, TN to Rufus Jordan and Ruth Algee Jordan. She was an assistant vice-president at the Bank of Huntingdon, and attended Clark Street Missionary Baptist Church. She was a consultant for Home Interior, and took part in the Relay For Life. Survivors include her husband, Ricky Lee Tharpe; two daughters, Quiana Jquay Tharpe, and Kodia Leigh Tharpe, both of Memphis; a stepson, Jason Lamont Tharpe (Esha) of Clarksville, her mother, Ruth Jordan of Huntingdon; three brothers, Dennis Jordan of Huntingdon, Jerry Jordan of Trenton, and Charles Jordan (Mary) of Nashville; two sisters, Jane Gilbert (Ike), and Brenda Parker (Thomas), all of Huntingdon; a sister-in-law, Sandra Jordan of Huntingdon; and 5 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father; and a brother, William Jordan. Services were held at Clark Street Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Humbles Cemetery under the direction of Chase Funeral Home.

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TIFFANY, Dorothy
CROSSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Dorothy Ann Wheeler Tiffany, 70, died November 24, 2006. She was born January 23, 1936 in Pikeville to Robert L. and Ida Elizabeth Brewer Wheeler. She enjoyed reading. She is survived by a son, James G. Viars III of Eureka, MT; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Michael Parham of Crossville; an adopted daughter, Janny Goff of Ninilchik, AK; a brother and sister-in-law, Joe and JoAnn Wheeler of Cape Coral, FL; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Nora Jean Wheeler and Morris Lewis and Virgina and Don McBay, all of Pikeville; a granddaughter; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Burt Tiffany; her parents; a brother, Ronald Wheeler; a sister, Billie Faye Wheeler Crawford; and several sisters-in-law and brothers-in law. Cremation arrangements were handled by Bilbrey Funeral Home.

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TREAT, Chorine
WOODLAWN, TENNESSEE: Chorine Wall Treat, 75, died June 18, 2009. She was born November 21, 1933 in Clarksville to Smith and Bessie Painter Wall. Survivors include three daughters, Jane (John) Moseley of Cunningham, and Teresa Treat Huff and Linda Gail (Tommy) Spainhoward, all of Woodlawn; a son, Donald Lewis Treat of Woodlawn; a sister, Patricia Taylor of Woodlawn; two brothers, Larry Thomas Wall of Bowling Green, KY, and Jewel Edward Wall of Maryville; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Doris Lefave; and a brother, Wayne Wall. Burial was at Resthaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Sykes Funeral Home.

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TRIVETTE, Callie
ELIZABETHTON, TENNESSEE: Callie Ward Trivette, 89, died August 16, 2000. She was the daughter of Richard and Ollie Guy Ward. She retired from North American Rayon Corporation with 43 years of service, and attended East Side Christian Church. She is survived by a son, Ernest "Junior" Trivette of Johnson City; three daughters, Alberta Trivette Greene of Johnson City, Anna Mae Trivette Fortner of Bristol, VA, and Arbeulah Trivette Lambert of Butler; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, B. Trivette; her parents; her stepfather, Tine Morgan; and a brother, Everette Ward. Interment was at Happy Valley Memorial Park by Tetrick Funeral Home.

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TUCKER, Jane
DRESDEN, TENNESSEE: Jane Tucker, 81, died January 18, 2010. She is survived by a brother, Marshall "Buddy" (Gloria) Tucker of Pineville, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall Jackson and Julia Isabelle Travis Tucker; and a sister, Lucy Belle Fowler. Services were held at the Dresden First United Methodist Church. Burial was at Sunset Cemetery under the direction of Bowlin Funeral Home.

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TUCKER, Joy
TULLAHOMA, TENNESSEE: Joy Tucker died September 19, 1973. He was a native of Coffee County, TN, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Tharp. He was a machine operator at Capital Products, and was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a Mason and a member of Lincoln Heights Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Lottie Tharp Tucker; a daughter, Mrs. Shara Baldridge of Dallas, TX; a son, Gary Tucker of Tullahoma; and a grandson.

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TUTTERROW, Mildred
KINGSTON, TENNESSEE: Mildred Jeanne Davidson Tutterrow, 85, died March 31, 2008. She was born February 13, 1923 to Sunshine James and Verne Eugene Davidson. She was the former owner of the Kingston Grill, and the recipient of several awards as the division manager for World Book Encyclopedia. She attended the First Baptist Church of Kingston. She is survived by a daughter, Sarah Emily Jones (Cleston); two sons, Thomas Eugene (Ela), and John David (Barbara); a sister, Mary Sue Davidson Curtis; her grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, John Balser Tutterrow; a daughter, Martha Sue; her parents; and a sister, Betty Ruth Davidson. Interment was at Lawnville Cemetery under the direction of Kyker Funeral Home.

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UNDERWOOD, Hubert
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE: Hubert Underwood, 87, died May 23, 2008 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He retired from the Dyer County Highway Department, and was a member of Glendale Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Bennie Underwood; two daughters, Patsy Seratt and Judy Crowder, both of Newbern; three brothers, Joe Underwood of Dyersburg, and Houston Underwood and Melvin Underwood, both of Newbern; a sister, Lurlene Luttrell of Gibson; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Lizzie Brasher Underwood; and a brother, Leon Underwood. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

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UREN, William
HIXSON, TENNESSEE: William V. "Bill" Uren, 83, died June 29, 2009. He retired from the Carpenters' Local with 50 years of service, and also worked at Northgate Mall for 15 years. He is survived by his wife, Margie; two children, Connie and Billy; his stepchildren, Donna, David and Cathy; his nieces and nephews; 4 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and his cat, Boots. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and a sister. Arrangements were handled by Legacy Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

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VANCEL, Wanda
TAZEWELL, TENNESSEE: Wanda Tinnel Vancel, 72, died August 5, 2006. She was born May 17, 1934 in Claiborne County to the late Stephen and Pearl Jones Tinnel. She was a member of Blairs Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Joe Vancel; two daughters, Janet Lynn Grubbs and Sandra Kay (Steve) Patchett; three sons, Larry Anthony (Jolene) Vancel, Gary Joe (Brenda) Vancel, and Ingraham "Mike" (Linda) Vancel; two sisters, Neva "Sis" Graves and Roxie Carter; three brothers, Audie Tinnel, Earnest Tinnel, and Tommy Tinnel; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and her dog, Sugar. Burial was at England Cemetery by Reece Funeral Home.

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VAUGHN, Rosie Lee
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE: Rosie Lee Vaughn, 75, died October 3, 2004. She was born December 19, 1929. She attended St. Luke Primitive Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Olivia (Joseph) Brown, Shirley (Frank) Mangum, and Lorraine Wiley; a brother-in-law, Luther Butler; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Lee Vaughn; and her mother, Mary Collins. Services were held at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Interment was at Chattanooga National Cemetery under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home.

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VENN, Bonnie
KINGSTON, TENNESSEE: Bonnie H. Venn, 70, died October 5, 2008. She was a member of the Oak Ridge Kennel Club, the Saluki Club of America, and the NRA. She served as the vice-president and secretary of Down Range. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Ron Venn of Kingston; and a daughter, Brenda. Arrangements were handled by Kyker Funeral Home.

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VOLKMAN, Diana
COPPERHILL, TENNESSEE: Diana Ruth Volkman, 55, died March 2, 2011. She was born October 10, 1955 in Pontiac, MI. She was a CNA. Survivors include her husband, Robert Volkman; her children, Michael Carpenter of Copperhill, and Brandy Smiddy of Ohio; her mother, Marlene Nix of Copperhill; 4 grandchildren; and a great- grandchild. Interment was at Zion Hill cemetery under the direction of Akins Funeral Home.

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VONCANNON, Paul W.
SEVIERVILLE, TENNESSEE: Paul Wheeler Voncannon, 73, died May 17, 2004. He was a veteran of the Korean War, and attended Providence Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Nan Voncannon; a son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Kathy Voncannon; a sister, Christine Renshaw; his sisters-in-law, Dorothy Waddell, and Josephine Ricker; his brothers-in-law, Crawford Holt and wife Junive, and Louis Holt; 2 grandchildren; 2 nephews; and a niece. Interment was at Boyd's Creek Cemetery under the direction of Atchley Funeral Home.

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WADE, Finis, Jr.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Finis Wade, Jr., 87, died December 30, 2009. He was born January 29, 1922. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Wade; his children, David (Mona) Crutcher, Deborah (William) Crutcher, Yvonne (Price) Dean, Angelia (James) Flenoy, Dorothea Wade and Fannie (Billy) Smith; his mother-in-law, Fannie Mae Kirkpatrick; a brother-in-law, Luther (Margaret) Kirkpatrick; his grandchildren; his great-grandchildren; his nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. Services were held at Hills Tabernacle Primitive Baptist Church. Interment was at the Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Henry Louis Smith Funeral Directors.

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WALKER, Donna Kay
WALLAND, TENNESSEE: Donna Kay Walker, 16, died March 26, 1978. She was born September 23, 1961. She was a member of the Smoky Mountain Historical Society, and helped with the placement of a monument at the site of the Campbell Family Massacre in Blount County. She enjoyed history, country music, meteorology, CB radio, and her Collie dog, Princess. Interment was at Ellejoy Cemetery.

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WALLACE, Mildred
CROSSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Mildred Sherril Wallace, 81, died October 9, 2006 at Knoxville Hospital. She was born July 6, 1925. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Wallace and Brenda Wallace; 5 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Basil L. Wallace; and a son, Ronnie Wallace, Sr. Interment was at Haley's Grove Cemetery by Bilbrey Funeral Home.

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WARD, Alice
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Alice Ward, 75, died March 10, 1972. Survivors include a daughter, Bernadine Mellor of Memphis; a brother, Ronald Miller; 2 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Interment was at Dead River Cemetery under the direction of Brown Funeral Home of Chipley, FL. Note: One record gives her date of death as March 11, 1972.

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WAYNICK, Glen
GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: Glen Waynick, 94, died September 18, 2008 at NHC Healthcare. He was born June 26, 1914 in Stewart County, TN to the late Frank Allen and Fannie Bryant Waynick. He was a retired mechanic, and attended Spring Hill Baptist Church. He enjoyed collecting antiques. He is survived by three daughters, Jeanette (Eddie Ray) Swift of Greenbrier, Gayle Robb of Nashville, and Peggy Collins of Indian Mound; three sons, Bobby (Sue) Waynick of Greenbrier, Jerry Waynick of Nashville, and Billy (Betty) Waynick of Hurley, VA; a sister, Myrtle Bowers of Clarksville; two brothers, Allen Waynick and G.C. Waynick, both of Clarksville; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sara Bowers Waynick; two sons, Joe and Tim Waynick; a brother, Fred Waynick; and a grandson, Jeffrey Robb. Interment was at Robertson County Memorial Gardens by Austin and Bell Funeral Home.

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WEAVER, Elizabeth
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Elizabeth "Betty" Crumpler Weaver, 98, died December 25, 2008. She was born October 2, 1910 in Memphis to John A. and Elizabeth Townsley Crumpler. She was a retired executive secretary at Idlewild Presbyterian Church with over 30 years of service, and had worked as a civilian secretary for the U.S. Army during World War II. Survivors include a nephew, Richard Weaver; a great grand-niece; and a great grand-nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, G. Lee Weaver. Services were held at Idlewild Presbyterian Church. Burial was at Forest Hill Midtown Cemetery under the direction of Memphis Funeral Home.

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WEBB, Oma
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Oma Webb, 87, died June 2, 2003. She retired from C&S Laundry with 40 years of service, and attended Riverview Baptist Church. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Maggie Webb; a sister, Martha Martin; and her brothers, Samuel, Ralph, Paul, Newton and William Webb. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

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WESTPOINT, Benjamin
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Benjamin Westpoint, 61, died March 29, 2007. He retired from FedEx following 30 years of service. He was active with the American Heart Association, the United Way, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and diabetes organizations. Survivors include his wife, Linda Westpoint; a daughter, Tennille Westpoint; a son, Jermaine Westpoint; and a nephew. Services were held at New Sardis Baptist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to J.E. Herndon Funeral Home.

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WHITAKER, Inez
PINEY FLATS, TENNESSEE: Inez Whitaker, 87, died May 7, 2003. She was born May 9, 1916 to Charles and Laura Arnold Sizemore. She was one of the original members of a gospel quartet on WJHL TV that was sponsored by Norton Arney. She attended Sinking Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by husband, Luther H. Whitaker; two sons, Lowell Holyfield and Charles E. Holyfield; a sister, Jewell Bradley; a brother, Johnny J. Sizemore; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Randolph H. Holyfield; and her parents. Interment was at Mountain Home National Cemetery under the direction of Appalachian Funeral Home.

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WHITE, James R.
McLEMORESVILLE, TENNESSEE: James Rance White, 67, died March 17, 2010 at the Regional Hospital of Jackson. He was born April 28, 1942 in Carroll County, TN. He was a member of the McLemoresville United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Brenda White; a daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Brian Lankford of Huntingdon; and a granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lona White. Services were held at McLemoresville United Methodist Church. Interment was at the McLemoresville Cemetery under the direction of Dilday–Carter Funeral Home.

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WILLIAMS, Floyd
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Floyd Bee Williams, 80, died October 20, 2006. He is survived by a daughter, Annie Williams: 3 grandchildren, Valerie Dodson, Vanessa Caswell, and Mia Keller; an extended son, Kennedy Vassar; and 10 great-grandchildren. Services were held at The Pursuit of God Church. Burial was at Galilee Cemetery under the direction of Superior Funeral Home.

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WINKLER, Xenia
NEW TAZEWELL, TENNESSEE: Xenia G. Winkler, 94, died February 20, 2009. He was born October 12, 1914 to Mark and Emily Winker. He retired from the Claiborne County Hospital, and was a member and deacon of MCM Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Nellie Winkler; three sons, Roger Winkler of New Tazewell, Dennis Winkler (Sharon) of Washburn, and Charles Winker (Helen) of Jonesboro, GA; a sister, Tavie Sutton of Sneedville; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Grace Winkler, Viola Lawson, and Naomi Seals; a brother, Guy Winkler; and his parents. Burial was at Winkler Cemetery with arrangements by Claiborne Funeral Home.

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WINNETT, Anna
SPARTA, TENNESSEE: Anna Bell Davis Winnett, 72, died December 10, 2008. She was born March 9, 1936 to Marion and Jewell Davis. She was a retired garment factory worker. She is survived by a daughter, Diana Fletcher Guy of Sparta; a stepdaughter, Sharon Duncan of Sparta; four sisters, Reba Blanton, Marie Roberts, and Ruby Howell, all of Sparta, and Blanche Roberts of Nevada; her nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Erbie Gene Winnet; a son, Paul Edward Fletcher; a sister, Doris Jean Hale; a brother, Dillard Davis; three brothers-in-law, Lester Roberts, Virgil Roberts, and James Hale; and a step son-in-law, Junior Duncan. Burial was at Highland Cemetery under the direction of Hunter Funeral Home.

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WINNINGHAM, Opal
JAMESTOWN, TENNESSEE: Opal Winningham, 81, died December 20, 2009. She is survived by a brother, Charles Winningham and wife Anna Lois of Jamestown; a niece, Shelia Scott and husband Johnny of Brevard, NC; and two nephews, Brad Scott and wife Sharee, and David Scott and wife Jessica, all of Brevard, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jason Homer Winningham and Delcie Lee Winningham. Burial was at Weaver-Winningham Cemetery under the direction of Jennings Funeral Home.

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WOOD, James Michael
MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE: James Michael Wood, 57, died March 28, 2008 in Murfreesboro. He was born December 23, 1950 to W.A. Wood and Norma Gunter Wood. He was a construction worker and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a native of Warren County. He is survived by his mother; a brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Julie Wood of McMinnville; a sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and Wayne Hudgens of Manchester; and 5 nieces. Arrangements were handled by High Funeral Home.

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WOODS, Willie Dovie
WOODBURY, TENNESSEE: Willie Dovie Woods died October 12, 2005. She was born December 20, 1916 to George Aubrey Simpson and Tennie Frances Hayes. She was a member of Pleasant View Church of Christ. Survivors include a daughter, Dean Thompson of Murfreesboro; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee White Woods; a son, Roy Lee Woods; and her parents. Interment was at Riverside Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Woodbury Funeral Home.

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WOODY, Roy
CROSSVILLE, TENNESSEE: Roy Odell Woody, 75, died November 21, 2006. He was born August 12, 1931 in Crossville. He was the son of Mary Jane Woody Baldwin. He was a retired roofer and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Lois Woody; a son and daughter-in-law, Tony and Linda Woody of Crossville; a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Rinold Hall of Crossville; a sister and brother-in-law, Velma and Harold Christopher of Crossville; 5 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother; three brothers, Kermit Baldwin, Ridley Baldwin, and Vernon Baldwin; and a sister, Wilma Phipps. Interment with military honors was at Woody Cemetery under the direction of Bilbrey Funeral Home.

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ZABEL, Letha
KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE: Letha B. Guy Zabel, 73, died December 23, 2008. She was born February 23, 1935. She formerly lived in Yuma, AZ, and retired as an assistant manager and operations officer with the Arizona Bank. She was a resident of Kingsport since 1992. She is survived by a daughter, Cindy Rogers (Steve) of Kingsport; two sons, Michael Howe, Sr. (Casey) of Fall Branch, and Eddie Zabel of Johnson City; three sisters, Leona Lewis of Kingsport, Imogene Guy of Kingsport, and Pauline Mullinax (Eugene) of Luray, VA; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband H.E. "Ed" Zabel; a sister; and three brothers. Interment was at Lone Star Cemetery by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home.

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