BRISTOL HERALD-COURIER
2005 Obituaries
ADAMS, Margaret Louise HILLIARD, Fla. – Margaret Louise Adams, 66, passed away Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005, at Lifecare of Hilliard. A native of Sullivan County, Tenn., she was a resident of Kingsport for most of her life, having moved to Florida in the last year. Throughout her life, Mrs. Adams was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, as well as homemaker for her family. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Weber City for over 15 years. She loved playing bingo, bowling, enjoyed canning her fresh grown vegetables and was a soap opera fanatic for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Harold Adams, and by her brother, Ricky L. Meade. Her survivors include her son, Anthony Harold Adams; daughters, Susan D. Sells and Patricia "Trish" Davis; brothers, Larry Meade and Kenneth and Danise Snodgrass; and grandchildren, Jeffery Miles, Mathew and Joey Davis, Brandie M. Sells, Amanda Adams, Lochie Adams, Jami Kinchen and Anna Adams. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at a later date at the First Baptist Church of Weber City, with interment following in Oak Hill Cemetery in Kingsport. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 21, 2005
ADAMS, William “B.B.” BRISTOL – William "B.B." Adams, 13 months, went to be with the Lord Monday, Oct. 31, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Kingsport, a son of Billy and Jessica Adams. He was an inspiration to all that knew him. He had more problems than anyone could handle but still smiled through it all. With one smile this child could warm the hearts of all who saw him. This child was here to show all the true miracles of God. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Laura Weiler. He is survived by his parents, Billy and Jessica Adams; sister, Lorvana Adams of the home; grandfather, Jimmy Arredondo of Houston; aunt, Amanda Beeler and fiancé Jeremy Leonard of Bristol Tennessee; and cousin, Jeremiah Leonard. The funeral service will be private. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. William and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; telephone (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 2, 2005
AGUAS, Iluminada Dantoc BRISTOL, Tenn. – Iluminada Dantoc Aguas, age 90, died Friday, March 25, 2005, at her home. She was a native of the Philippines and had lived in the United States since 1955. She had been a resident of Tennessee for two years. She worked as a model, a school teacher, a beautician and, in later years, was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Prudencio D. Aguas Jr. and Rogelio D. Aguas. She is survived by her husband, Prudencio R. Aguas Sr.; two daughters, Thelma D. Aguas and Elizabeth Grace Aguas; three sons, Fernando D. Aguas, Eduardo D. Aguas and George D. Aguas; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The funeral mass will be conducted at 12 noon, Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, with Father Paul Maier and Rev. Mr. Harry Hall officiating. Entombment will follow in St. Anne's Catholic Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at St. Anne's Catholic Church, prior to the service.
E-mail condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our Website at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Aguas.
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 29, 2005
AKERS, Elizabeth Burnette BRISTOL – Elizabeth Burnette Akers, 77, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Bill Morris and Ann Cheek Jones. Elizabeth was a resident of the Tri-Cities area most of her life and was a member of Central Baptist Church in Kingsport. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, N.O. Akers in 1984. Elizabeth is survived by two daughters, Cassandra Ruecroft of Bristol Tennessee and Deborah Anthony of Houston; two sisters, Amaryllis VanHoy of Nashville and Mona Glover of Charleston, S.C.; an aunt, Elysie Arnold of Chattanooga; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2005, at Snyder's Funeral Home, with Rev. Jim Henry officiating. Interment will privately be conducted at Snyder's Memorial Gardens. Serving the family of Elizabeth Burnette Akers is Snyder's Funeral Home, 5913 Kingsport Highway, Gray; 477-7911 / 239-5671. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 25, 2005
ALDEEN, Haseltine "Teen" W. KINGSPORT – Haseltine "Teen" W. Aldeen, 77, passed away Thursday, Nov. 10, 2005. She had retired from Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, where she was a switchboard operator. Mrs. Aldeen attended Kingsport Community Church. But, more so, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Anna Watson; brother, Malcolm Watson; and sister, Margaret Johnson. Surviving are her husband of 52 years, Joseph S. Aldeen; one son, Mark Aldeen and wife Debbie; three grandchildren, Brank, Jon and April Joy Aldeen; a sister, Shirley Johnson; sisters-in-law, Shirley Watson and Julia Aldeen; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 2005, at Kingsport Community Church, with services beginning at 5 p.m. Pastor Ron Lowe and Chaplain Bob Rothman will officiate. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, 2005, at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Issam Hyder, Jay Rasnic, Terry Adams, David Watson, Ray Garland, Randy Livesay, Jon Aldeen and Brank Aldeen. To send e-mail condolences, please visit www.hamlettdobson.com. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport, is serving the family of Haseltine Aldeen.
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 11, 2005
ALEXANDER, Linda Joyce BRISTOL, Va. – Linda Joyce Alexander, age 55, went to be with her Lord, Monday, Oct. 10, 2005, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born May 25, 1950, in Washington County, Va., a daughter of the late Ed and Gillie Leonard. She was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area. She was a homemaker and attended the Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Johnny Alexander; two daughters, Charleen Woodby, Bristol Virginia, and Rhonda Jones and husband Buck, Bristol Virginia; two sisters, Judy Fleenor and Norma Ramsey, both of Bristol Virginia; three brothers, Harold Leonard, Mike Leonard and Charles Leonard, all of Bristol Virginia; four grandchildren, Wesley and Corey Woodby, Brittany Alexander and Tanner Jones; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Woodby; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Walter Statzer officiating. The committal will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Campground Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Wesley Woodby, Corey Woodby, Jason Valdez, J.J. Alexander, Danny Tate and Jerry Miles. Honorary pallbearers will be Russell Cassell, Doug Miles, Larry Fleenor and Charles Ramsey. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Weaver Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends Wednesday night following the chapel service at the Weaver Funeral Home. Weaver Funeral Home is serving the family of Mrs. Alexander. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on October 12, 2005
ALLEY, Anna E. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Miss Anna E. Alley, age 84, went to be with the Lord Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, at her home. She had been a longtime resident of Sullivan County and a daughter of the late Paul Preston and Myrtle Snapp Alley. She was also preceded in death by sisters, Mary Kate and Ella Mae. Miss Alley was a retired employee of Beecham, with 45 years of service, and a member of Addilynn Memorial United Methodist Church.
Survivors include one brother, Donald Paul Alley and wife Dorothy of Blountville; and several nieces and nephews, including Donna Hill and husband Clark, Deborah Callahan and husband Dave, Donella Gair and husband Kenny and Douglas Alley and wife Sunny. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m., Monday, Sept. 19, 2005, in the Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. David Anderson officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Akard Funeral Home prior to the service. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Miss Alma E. Alley. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 17 to September 18, 2005
BRISTOL, Tenn. – The committal service and interment for Miss Anna E. Alley will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the graveside in Glenwood Cemetery. Miss Anna E. Alley, age 84, went to be with the Lord Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, at her home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com.
Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Miss Anna E. Alley. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 20, 2005
ALLISON, Virginia Lee Flick BRISTOL, Tenn. – Virginia Lee Flick Allison, 89, passed away Tuesday, March, 1, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House. She was a native of the Jacobs Creek Community of Sullivan County, Tenn., and lived in the Bristol area all of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl J. Allison, parents, Hugh T. Flick and Molly Gentry Flick, and sister Akard Wyatt. She was the last surviving charter member of Lynwood Bible Church, where she had served as the church secretary and as a Sunday School teacher. She is survived by her six children, Carlene Alvis and husband Bobby of Bristol Virginia, Elane Mitchell and husband Eddie of Bristol Tennessee, Sandra Wolfe of Marion, Cheryl Stout and husband Eddie of Bristol Virginia, Jack Allison of Los Angeles, and Fred Allison and Barbara McCurry of Blountville; three sisters, Elizabeth Allison, Marie Wilson and husband David, and Charlotte Boyd and husband Jack, all of Bristol Tennessee; three brothers, Oscar Flick of Covington, Ind., Everett Flick and wife Sylvia of Bristol Tennessee, and Ople Flick of Nashville, Tenn.; a sister-in-law, Jeanette Allison Bellamy of Bristol Tennessee; eight grandchildren, Randy Alvis and wife Cindy, Robin Callahan and husband Steve, Travis Mitchell, Todd Mitchell and wife Chris, Staff Sgt. Jason Wolfe and wife Staff Sgt. Melissa Wolfe, George Allison, Virginia Allison and Brett Wolfe and wife Jill; six great-grandchildren, Aaron, Jacob and Gypsy Alvis and Tyler, Wesley and Lindsay Callahan; and several nieces and nephews. She was known as "Mommie Allison" and "Mamaw" to many others. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 o'clock Wednesday evening, March 2, 2005, at Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, Bristol Virginia. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 o'clock Thursday morning, March 3, 2005, at Lynwood Bible Church, with Rev. Benny Bowman, Rev. Paul Brown and Rev. Jason McIntosh officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons, Randy Alvis, Travis Mitchell, Todd Mitchell, Brett Wolfe, Steve Callahan, Aaron Alvis, Jacob Alvis and Tyler Callahan. Honorary pallbearers will be Staff Sgt. Jason Wolfe, George Allison, Wesley Callahan, men of Lynwood Bible Church, Dr. Thomas Townsend and Harmon Peters Jr. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Thomas Townsend, Dr. Patricia Conner, Dr. John Culp, nurses and staff of 3 West BRMC, HealthSouth and Wellmont Hospice House. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakley-blevins.com. Mrs. Allison and her family are in the care of Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 417 Lee St., Bristol, Va.; 276-669-6141. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 2, 2005
ALMANY, Stewart Warner BRISTOL, Tenn. – Stewart Warner Almany, age 68, died Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Dillard Almany, and his father, Dallas Almany. Survivors: son, Steven Almany and wife Kim; mother, Ardell Almany; sister, Sue Overfelt and husband Bill; granddaughters, Alexis and Alissa Almany; stepdaughters, Dian Jones, Sandy McNabb and Brenda Blichseldt; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Sunday 4 p.m. Feb. 13, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with The Rev. Johnny Dillard officiating. A private committal will be in the National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from February 12 to February 13, 2005
ALMAROAD, Kenneth Lee went to be with his Heavenly Father, Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at his residence.
He was born Sept. 7, 1927, son of the late Charles and Maude Mobley Almaroad. He served his country in the U.S. Army in Germany. He was a member of Bradley Street Baptist Church. He was retired from Bristol Steel and Iron Works. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louella Almaroad, and two brothers, Charles "C.J." Almaroad and Frank Almaroad. He is survived by two daughters, Margie Sargent and husband Randall, Bristol Virginia, and Debbie Cross and husband Ronnie, Bristol Tennessee; two sons, Ken A. Almaroad and wife Michelle, Bristol Virginia, and Steve Almaroad and wife Gina, Blountville; two brothers, James "Red" Almaroad and wife Jean and Eddie Almaroad and wife Debbie; sister, Margaret Bailey and husband Bill; eight grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a very special friend and neighbor, Charlie Westmoreland. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday, July 8, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Bill Pealer officiating. The committal will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Mountain View Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the Patton Crosswhite VFW Post 6975 of Bristol. Pallbearers will be Justin Moore, Cody Epperson, Zach Clark, Travis Taylor, Mike Cross and Gary Cooper. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. A special thank you to Dr. Sue Prill, Wendy Vogel, Cathy Montgomery and all the staff at Wellmont Hospice House. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Weaver Funeral Home. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on July 8, 2005
AMOS, Dalton Allen BLOUNTVILLE – Dalton Allen Amos, infant son of Ashley Young and Albert Amos Jr., passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Carter Amos of the home; his maternal grandmother, Cathy Whicker and husband Danny, of Bristol Virginia; maternal grandfather, Jeff Young and wife Molly, of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; his paternal grandmother, Janet Hammonds of Blountville; maternal great-grandparents, Mary and Ralph Bowers of Bristol Virginia; maternal great-grandfather, Bill Young; paternal great-grandmother, Nellie Roberts of Blountville; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005, at the graveside in Pine Hill Church Cemetery, (Wallace area), with Rev. Scott Price officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service or any time at the home, 4766 Highway 11W, Lot 5, Blountville, TN. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving Dalton's family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 12, 2005
ANDERSEN, Mary Ann Cassity BRISTOL, Va. – Mary Ann C. Andersen passed away Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at Bristol Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. She was born in Norton, on Feb. 23, 1921, daughter of the late Edward C. Cassity and Stella Mae Cassity (Greer). She was a registered nurse, having been trained at St. Luke's in Richmond, where she was president of her senior class, and completed postgraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania. She was the operating room supervisor at Bristol Memorial Hospital at the time of her marriage and retired from nursing in 1981. She was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church at the time of her death. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Alex E. Andersen Jr.; three children, Mary Clayton Andersen Walker of Abingdon, Cris Andersen of Culpeper, Va., and Alex E. Andersen III of Bristol Tennessee; one brother, William C. Cassity of Pensacola, Fla.; two grandchildren, Jessica Ann Walker of San Francisco and Robert Clayton Walker of Abingdon. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 5 o'clock Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, at St. Anne Catholic Church. Rev. Timothy Keeney will be the celebrant. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 4 o'clock . In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to their favorite charity. Mrs. Andersen and her family are in the care of Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 417 Lee St., Bristol, Va.; 276-669-6141. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 16, 2005
ARNOLD, Edith L. Booher, age 83, went to be with the Lord Nov. 28, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House.
She was born Aug. 26, 1922, in Bristol Virginia, the daughter of the late Howard and Theatta Faulkner Booher. She made her home in Bristol all her life and was a member of North Bristol Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by four sisters and three brothers. Survivors include husband, Jason E. Arnold; sons, David E. Arnold, Jamey G. and wife Carolyn J. Arnold and Richard L. Arnold; grandchildren, Lisa Vanhook, Aaron Arnold, Justin Arnold, Jamey Arnold, Tracy Pope and Joey Arnold; great-grandchildren, Christopher Vanhook and Orbit Pope; brothers, Gene and Sherman Booher; special nephew, Jamey Arnold; and special niece, Thetta Snyder.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005, at 7 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Roy Hull officiating. The burial will be held Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2005, at 11 a.m. in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. The family wants to extend a special thanks to niece and nephew, Jamey Arnold and Thetta Snyder, and Wellmont Hospice House for all their love and support. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m., prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 29, 2005
ARNOLD, Joe E. Sr., age 64, went home to be with the Lord at 9:55 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle against cancer. A native and lifelong resident of Bristol Tennessee, he was a son of the late Charlie and Mary Christian Arnold. He married Ann Harr on June 23, 1962. Mr. Arnold was employed by Crawford Drywall and was of the Baptist faith. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Forrest Swan and staff and to Dr. Gerry Boccarossa and staff for all the kindness and help extended during Mr. Arnold's illness. Mr. Arnold was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth Arnold and Charles Arnold. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Ann Arnold of the home; one daughter, Vicki Ray and husband Doug of Abingdon; two sons, Joey Arnold of the home and Jeff Arnold of Abingdon; two grandchildren, Brittany Arnold and Megan Ray; four sisters, Lorene Rhoton and husband Ellis of Blountville, Susan Woods and husband J.R. of Church Hill, Geneva Vance of Elk Park, N.C., and Ruth Holtsclaw and husband Don of Newland, N.C.; three brothers, Jim Arnold of Kingsport, Jack Arnold and wife Mary of Titusville, Fla., and Johnny Arnold and wife Carolyn of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be from 6-8 p.m. Sunday Nov. 27, 2005, at East Lawn Funeral Home and at other hours at the residence. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday in the chapel, with Pastor Larry Linkous officiating. Burial will follow graveside services at 2 p.m. Monday in East Lawn Memorial Park. Please visit us at www.mem.com to place a condolence to the Arnold family. Arrangements are under the direction of East Lawn Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 27, 2005
ARNOLD, Kaye, 69, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House after a battle with cancer. She was born in Gate City, and had lived most of her life in Bristol. She was retired from General Shale Block (formerly Bris-Blox) and was the widow of Jack Arnold. Survivors include two sons, Chuck Bondurant and his wife Debbie of Bristol Virginia and Blake Bondurant and his wife Beverly of Bristol Tennessee; a brother, Gary Draughn of Kingsport; two grandchildren, Candice Peery and Brent Bondurant; a great-granddaughter, Jade Peery; and several special friends. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock Saturday evening at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. In keeping with Mrs. Arnold's benevolent spirit, she had requested that her body be donated to E.T.S.U. Medical School. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting oakley-cook.com. Mrs. Arnold's family is in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; 423-764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 14, 2005
ARWOOD, Mary Genevieve, 82, of 117 Grove Park, went to be with the Lord Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a native of Hamlin, W.Va., and daughter of the late James and Cora Nida Browing. She was a retired assembler with Raytheon and a member of Saint Luke United Methodist Church, where she taught the Ladies Bible Class. She was a former member of Lynnwood Bible Church and Open Door Bible Church, where she taught Sunday school classes. She served as a nurse's aide during World War II. Surviving is a loving sister, Anna Lee Puckett, Bristol Tennessee; nieces, Deborah Morton, Bristol Tennessee, and Holly Lovelace, Aylett, and Lollie Lamb of Greeneville, Tenn.; nephews, Sam Puckett, Nashville, Larry Puckett, Cleveland, Tenn., David Puckett, Knoxville, and Stevie Self of Greeneville. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday in Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Eggers and the Rev. Gale Flanary officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday in Weaver Funeral Home. Those desiring may make memorials to St. Luke United Methodist Church. Arrangements have been made through Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from December 28 to December 29, 2005
ASHLEY, Joe D. passed away on Friday, Nov. 4, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, a son to the late William and Willie McCracken Ashley. He was a graduate of Holston Valley High School, where he was a standout basketball player. Mr. Ashley retired from Electrolux and was a member of Fellowship Chapel. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the Airborne Special Forces during the Korean War. Joe was an avid golfer and a fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers. Survivors include wife of 28 years, Saundra Davis Ashley; daughters, Sandra Kay Ashley and Carolyn Dalton; sons, Danny Ashley and wife Denita and D.J. Ashley; sisters, Peggy Guffey and Shirley Ashley; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at 6 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Scott Price officiating. Committal services will be on Monday at 11 a.m. at the Glenwood Mausoleum. The family received friends on Sunday from 4-5:45 p.m., prior to the service. Honorary pallbearers include Kenneth Dalton, Glenn Dalton, Chuck Ford, James Houser, Leonard Davis and George Williams.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fellowship Chapel Building Fund, 201 Crockett St., Bristol, Va.; The Alzheimer's Association, NE TN Chapter, 207 North Boone St., Johnson City; or to the National Parkinson's Foundation Inc., 1501 NW 9th Ave./Bob Hope Road, Miami, FL 33136-1494. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from November 5 to November 7, 2005
AUSMUS, Ruby Lee Fox, age 94, a resident of NHC and formerly of 2805 Broad St., Bristol, Tenn., died Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2005. She was a native of Benhams and a daughter of Charles and Amanda Sorah Fox. She attended Lynwood Bible Church and was a retired employee of L.C. King Manufacturing Company. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter P. Ausmus, in 1967. Survivors include her son and daughter in law, Wayne and Bobbie Ausmus, Bristol Tennessee; sister-in-law, Virginia Fox, Bristol Tennessee; granddaughters, Elizabeth Blankenship and husband Chris and Tammy Connolly and husband Larry; great-granddaughters, Mechala Blankenship, Anna Connolly and Taylor Connolly; and great-grandson, Jon Michael Blankenship. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews; a special neighbor, Zane Johnson; and her special angels, Wilma Haga and Ruth Wright. Funeral services were conducted 8 p.m. Friday in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Benny Bowman officiating. Graveside services will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be her special nephews, Gene Bolling and Don Bolling. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lynnwood Bible Church. The family received friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Friday in Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 9 to September 10, 2005
AUSTIN, Teresa Diane, age 40, went to be with her Lord Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, in the Wellmont Hospice House. She was born April 20, 1965, in Bristol Virginia and lifelong resident of the Bristol area. She was a member of the Beulah Land Baptist Church. Survivors include husband, Robert D. Austin; son, Josh Austin of the home; mother, Linda Goodson of Bristol Virginia; father, Burleigh Goodson of Bristol Virginia; and brother, Larry Goodson and wife Janie of Glade Springs. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home, with Pastor David Wilson and Pastor Darrell Pickle officiating. The committal will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. The family would like to express special thanks to Gentiva Home Health and nursing staff for their loving care. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Monday at the Weaver Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneral home.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from December 23 to December 25, 2005
BACHMAN, Marcy Jo "Missy", 45, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House.
She was born in Baltimore and was preceded in death by her parents, Ann and George Palin. She was a graduate of East High School and was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. She first worked as a waitress at Bunting's Drug Store and then as a legal secretary for Homer Jones, Esq. She then worked at Bristol Business Services before establishing her own printing business, MJC Printing Consultant. She later purchased and managed Bristol Business Services. She was an extremely talented printing design and layout artist and businesswoman. She is survived by her husband, John Davis "Dave" Bachman; two sons, Dustin Michael Cardwell and Isaiah Barrett Cardwell; her brother, Ron Palin; several nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock Monday evening at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Wendie Jekabsons officiating. The committal service and burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 508 Princeton Road, Suite 102, Johnson City, TN 37601; or to the Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mrs. Bachman and her family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 5, 2005
BAKER, Kathy Louella, age 48, passed away on May 21, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Maude Alice Fannon, and had been in Bristol for the last 28 years.
Survivors include husband of 30 years, Daniel Baker; daughter, Kathy Jo Church and husband Chris; son, Daniel C. Baker; grandson, Jonathan Church; and brother, Charles E. Scott. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Eastern Heights Cemetery, with Brother Buddy Chapman officiating. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 23, 2005
BAKER, Mary C., 89, formerly of Wise, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005, at the Cambridge House Nursing Home in Bristol Tennessee. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arlie H. Baker, seven brothers and four sisters. Surviving are one son, Gary W. Baker and wife Linda of Piney Flats, Tenn.; one sister, Martha Hillman of Little Rock, Ark.; a granddaughter, Tabitha Lynn Cote' of Atlanta; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mary C. Baker will be conducted at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, 2005, at the Sturgill Funeral Home Chapel in Wise, with Jim Smith officiating. Burial and graveside committal services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, in the Beverly Cemetery in Wise. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. till time of services at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Sturgill Funeral Home in Wise. Sturgill Funeral Homes in Wise is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on August 4, 2005
BAKER, Vincent C., age 72, went to be with the Lord Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at his residence. Mr. Baker was born on Sept. 2, 1932, in Scott County, Va., to the late Mr. and Mrs. Amos and Cordia Baker. On Sept. 1, 1956, he and Barbara Greenwood were married in Cedar Grove, Wis. They made their home in Blountville for the last 48 years. Mr. Baker retired from Campton Electronics, in Campton, Ky., in 1989. He was vice president of Quality Assurance. Mr. Baker was also chosen to Who's Who in America Professional 1998 Society. Mr. Baker was a member of the Blountville Presbyterian Church, and had served as a deacon and elder. He belonged to the Masonic Lodge 174, Mendota; Johnson Commandery 14, Bristol Virginia; and Jericho Temple, Kingsport. He also served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Baker was preceded in death by one sister, Louise Baker Dixon, and by one daughter, Pamela J. Light. Mr. Baker is survived by his wife, Barbara J. Baker; two sons, Lloyd Baker and wife Connie of Kingsport and Everett Baker and wife Nina of Blountville; grandchildren, Audria Light Bloomquist of Lewisville, Minn., Jessica Riley Baker of Elizabethton, Tenn., Matthew Baker of Kingsport, Brent Baker of Kingsport, Alexander Light of Blountville and Jada Baker of Blountville; great-grandchildren, Kaitlin and Konner Bloomquist of Lewisville, and Ian and Griffin Thompson of Elizabethton. Funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 22, 2005, at 8 p.m. in the Blountville Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. John Everett officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 until 8 p.m. in the Blountville Presbyterian Church. Graveside service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the East Lawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Calvin VanEss, Edsel Fleenor, Cliff McKinney, Alex Turner, Johnnie Barker and Steven VanEss. Honorary pallbearers will be Ralph Fleenor, Jim Light and Charles Phillips. A memorial fund had been established in Mr. Baker's name, and contributions may be sent to Blountville Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 424, Blountville, TN 37617. The family will receive friends any time at the home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the Baker family at www.mem.com. East Lawn Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Vincent C. Baker. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from August 19 to August 21, 2005
BALDAU, Sandra Barr, age 47, formerly of Bristol, passed away April 28, 2005, at Ft. Sanders Parkwest Medical Center. She was a member of First Presbyterian in Bristol Tennessee and was a 1976 graduate of Tennessee High School in Bristol and a 1983 graduate of East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, having received her bachelor of science degree in nursing. She is survived by her parents, Graham and Sue Barr; her husband, Robert James Baldau of Knoxville; sons, Robert James Baldau II and Patrick Graham Baldau; and one daughter, Bridget Riane Baldau, all of Knoxville. She is also survived by one sister, Debbie Swyhart of Dallas. There will be a memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1, 2005, at Faith Lutheran Church, with Dr. Robert Stelter and Dr. Scott Rollins officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to American Cancer Society, Cedar Bluff Schools or the E.T.S.U. Foundation. Highland West, Memorial Park Funerals & Cremations in charge of arrangements. 693-9547. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from April 29 to April 30, 2005
BALTHIS, Myrtle N. "Granny", age 83, 1200 Maryland Ave., died Friday, July 29, 2005, in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a native of Bristol Tennessee, a retired employee of L.C. King Manufacturing Company with 32 years of service and was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Ball and her husband Thomas; son, Franklin Balthis; granddaughters, Pattye Lee and husband Percy, Eloise McCauley and husband Kevin, Naomi Mae Ball, Diane Soumang and husband Jason and Tammy Sperrow and husband Ken; and grandsons, Wilson Ball and his wife Jenny, Wayne Ball, and Allen Ball and his wife Penny. Also surviving are 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Roger Ball officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. Friends of the family will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bristol Tennessee Animal Control Shelter, 1140 Vance Drive, Bristol, TN 37620. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday in Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on July 30, 2005
BARKER, Cecil G., age 62, passed away Monday, Sept. 19, 2005, at the James H. Quillen Veteran Affairs Medical Center. He was a native of the Bristol area and was a son of the late Dewey and Nela Lane Barker. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and had worked many years as a millwright and electrician. He was a former employee of Appalachian Mechanical and Hutton Electric, before moving to Kansas and North Carolina. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Jean Fleenor Barker; three daughters, Lydia Barker and Melinda Leonard, both of Bristol Tennessee, and Melissa Barker of Texas; two stepdaughters, Renee Kleineick and fiancé Steve Price of Kingsport and Dawn Goins and husband Bill of Bristol Virginia; one stepson, Wayne Edwards and wife Tracy of Jacksonville, Fla.; one brother, Howard J. Barker and wife Treva of Mendota; seven grandchildren, Michael and Lynna Heath, Jessica and Alisha Edwards, Heath Kleineick and Chelsey and Caleb Goins; one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2005, in the National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn., with Chaplain Jeremy Hopkins officiating. Military graveside rites will be presented by the Bristol VFW Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Akard Funeral Home or any time at the home of Dawn and Bill Goins, 5120 Tyler Circle, Bristol, Va. The family would like to extend special thanks to the doctors and nurses of Ward C and CG1, I.C.U. and P.C.U. and the nurses and surgical teams and Chaplain Jeremy Hopkins of the James H. Quillen Veteran Affairs Medical Center. Those desiring may make memorials to NHC Healthcare of Bristol Activity Fund, 245 North St., Bristol, VA 24201; or the National Kidney Foundation of East Tenn., P.O. Box 1135, Blountville, TN 37617. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com.
Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Cecil Barker.
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 20, 2005
BARKER, Margaret Meaney, 99, died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005, at the Cambridge House. She was born Aug. 10, 1906, in Bristol, a daughter of the late Patrick and Cora Senter Meaney, and was the widow of Abram F. Barker Jr. She was a member of the Community Church of Bristol and was employed by Parks-Belk for many years, retiring in 1967. Survivors include two stepsons, Jack Barker and his wife Cynthia of Naples, Fla., and A.F. "Toto" Barker III and his wife Nancy of Bristol Virginia; nieces, Rachel Webster of New York City and Julie Meaney Ross of Palm Harbor, Fla.; nephews, Roger Webster of Mary Esther, Fla., Patrick Meaney of Boca Raton, Fla., and Larry Meaney of Sarasota, Fla; stepgrandchildren, Debbie Barker Farrell of Atlanta and Julie Barker Moore, Forrest Barker and Kim Barker Sorensen, all of Bristol Virginia. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 o'clock Tuesday morning in the Heritage Chapel of Memories in Mountain View Cemetery, with Rev. William S. Slagle officiating. Burial will follow. Friends may call at Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 417 Lee St., Bristol, Va. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakley-blevins.com.
Mrs. Barker and her family are in the care of Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 276-669-6141. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from August 14 to August 15, 2005
BARKER, Mrs. Ruby Mae, age 86, passed away Thursday, Dec. 22, 2005, in the Hillside Manor in Kingsport.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Coy Barker Sr., two grandsons and one great-grandson.
Survivors: four sons, Robert Barker, Glade Spring, Coy Barker Jr., Kingsport, Gerald Barker, Blountville, and David Barker, Morristown, Tenn.; four daughters, Shirley Ferguson, Blountville, Betty Mae White, Bristol Virginia, Margaret Ferguson, Kingsport, and Mary Loudermilk, Bluff City; one brother, Earl Morgan, Bristol Virginia; 18 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several special nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Mae Barker will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Tim Norris and the Rev. Gregory Depriest officiating. There will be a graveside service 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005, at Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home, just prior to the service. The D.R. Henderson Funeral Home of Saltville is serving the Barker family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 23, 2005
BARKER, Ruth E., age 76, of 10077 Trading Post Lane, went to be with the Lord Saturday, June 25, 2005, at her home. She was born Sept. 30, 1928, a daughter of the late Elgin D. and Vanema Tilson Tester, and was preceded in death by a brother, Larry E. Tester. Mrs. Barker was a member of the Gospel Baptist Church, a homemaker and lifelong resident of Bristol Virginia. Survivors include her husband, Lewis K. Barker Sr.; two daughters, Vanema Grant and husband Bill and Judy Cole and husband Fred; one son, Lewis K. Barker Jr.; two grandchildren, Hope Sybert and husband Lester and Jeremy Barker; four great-grandchildren, Diane and Sharleen Sybert and Austin and Abigail Barker; four brothers, Robert D. Tester and wife Betty, Raymond Tester and wife Patsy, Rev. Tommy Tester and wife Linda and Johnny Tester and wife Sandy; three sisters, Thelma Canter, Dyca Rachel and husband Bobby and Linda Sue Harlow and husband Gary; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, June 27, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with her brother Rev. Tommy Tester officiating, assisted by Brother Floyd Nelson, Brother Roger Ball and Brother John Tester. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Mountain View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be G.T. Leonard, Howard Dean, Joe Dean, Sammy Vickers, Robert Kesner, Manuel Bishop, Roger Carter and Marty Tester. Honorary pallbearers are her nephews. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Wellmont Hospice. E-mail condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Monday at Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from June 26 to June 27, 2005
BARKER, Willie Holt, age 84, passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 8, 2005, at Augusta Medical Center, Fishersville. She was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and was a daughter of the late William E. and Maude Widner Holt. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Blountville. She was a charter member and past worthy matron of Blountville Chapter 419 and State Representative to Delaware of Eastern Star. She was also chairman mother of March of Dimes for several years, on the Board of Directors of Bristol American Red Cross, where she served as a volunteer nurse aide at area hospitals. She was the founder and first president of Town & Country Garden Club, served as a missionary in Africa, with the Southern Baptist Convention and was a member of United Daughters of the Confederacy. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Barker was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Barker, and a brother, Howard Holt. Survivors include her daughters, Linda Ann Hevener and husband Jake of Staunton, and her son, Larry Barker and his wife Lynne of Blountville; three grandchildren, Greg Lindamood, Tony Eckard and Chad Barker; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The memorial service will be conducted Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at 1 p.m. at Shelby Hills Cemetery, with Minister Leland Houser officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation, 7913 West Park Dr., Suite 101, McLean, VA 22102 E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Barker. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on August 10, 2005
BARNES, Emma Lucille, 84, my loving wife and our dear mother, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, at Indian Path Medical Center, following a brief illness. She was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County, having resided in the Gunnings community. Mrs. Barnes was a devoted member of Adams Chapel United Methodist Church, where she praised the Lord with her musical talents. She was an active member of the United Methodist Women. Preceding her in death were her parents, Toy and Mary Holt; two brothers, Carl E. Holt and Roy Lee "Pete" Holt. Surviving are her husband of 65 years, J.C. Barnes; two daughters, Mary Barnes Staub and husband Frederick A. of Lexington, N.C., Lavina Barnes Slagle and husband James C. Jr. of Columbus, Ga.; two sons, Jessee C. "Jack" Barnes Jr. and wife Janie of Kingsport, Stephen L. Barnes and wife Wanda of Fort Mills, S.C.; eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Adams Chapel United Methodist Church. Services will follow at 7 p.m. Sunday at the church, with Rev. Millard J. Johnson officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Adams Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Adams Chapel United Methodist Church, c/o Traci Mitchell, 348 Carol Hill Drive, Blountville, TN 37617. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the Barnes family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 27, 2005
BARNES, Lucille, 84, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, at Indian Path Medical Center. Arrangements will be announced later by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport.
BARNETT, Mr. Arthur "Art", age 72, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol Tennessee. Born June 28, 1932, in Powderly, Ky., he was a son of the late Goad and Janie May Daniels Barnett. He had lived in the Bristol area since 1977 and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. In his generation, he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Naomi Ann Honaker Barnett of the home; one daughter, Candace Lynn Akerson of Montgomery, Ala.; one son, Jeffrey M. Barnett of Bristol Virginia; two grandchildren, Travis Akerson of Alexandria, Va., and Jacob Barnett of Roan Mountain, Tenn. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Honaker Funeral Home Chapel, Honaker, with Rev. Stephen Musick officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery in Bristol Virginia. Relatives and friends will serve as pallbearers. Friends may call at the Honaker Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Friday. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 17, 2005
BARNETTE, Sandra Laughlin, 58, died Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House. She was born in Bristol to Esther Smith Laughlin, now of Bristol Tennessee, and the late Jessie Ervel Laughlin, and was a 1965 graduate of Bluff City High School. She worked as a hairdresser at several local salons and was a member of Gardners Chapel Church. She was always a very jolly and giving person, free-spirited and independent and was a very loving daughter, sister and mother. In addition to her mother, she is survived by three daughters, Shannon Stiltner and her husband J.R. of Marion, Allison Wilburn and her husband Trey of Abingdon and Rhiannon Tripplett and her husband Jeff of Miller's Creek, N.C.; sister, Susan Carrier and husband Billy of Blountville; brother, Christopher Mark Laughlin and wife Val of Rapid City, S.D.; five grandchildren, Ryan, twins Bradley and Brandon, and Reid and Austin; one niece; and four nephews.
The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:15 Thursday evening at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, with the service to follow at 8:30. The Rev. Todd Austin and Dr. Stan Anderson will officiate. The committal and interment will be at 11 Friday morning in Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Billy Carrier, Jason Oliver, Justin Oliver, Albert Laughlin, Wesley Laughlin and Dale Laughlin. Honorary pallbearers will be Drs. Steven Prince, Matthew Wood, Chris Justus, Alton Blow and John Fincher. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff on the second floor at Bristol Regional Medical Center, Bristol Nursing Home and Wellmont Hospice House. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Ms. Barnette and her family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 29, 2005
BARR, Pearlie Bell Felty, 92, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center.
She was a native of Virginia, had lived in the Bristol area all of her life and was of the Presbyterian faith. Her gift of music, which she shared so selflessly with everyone, was one of her greatest enjoyments of life. The music of her life will live on in our hearts forever. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Howard Barr; her parents, Issac Jackson Felty and Nora Ellen Houser Felty; and a son, Howard Lee Barr. Survivors include her daughters, Launa Ridgeway, Nancy Jane Howell, Jackie Bailey, Joyce Madelyn Williams, Phyllis Joanne Williams and Vickie Lynn Denton; sons, Billy Barr, Bobby Barr and Mark Barr; sisters, Blanche Shankle, Estelle Hensley, Audrey Felty and Maxie Laughlin; 19 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; eight great-great- grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock on Friday evening, Nov. 4, 2005, at Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home and at other times at the home of Mark and Debbie Barr, 206 Felty Private Drive, Bristol, Tenn. The funeral service will be conducted at 1 o'clock, Saturday afternoon, Nov. 5, 2005, at Mountain View Cemetery, with Pastor Steven Mark Barr officiating. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakley-blevins.com. Mrs. Barr and her family are in the care of Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 417 Lee St., Bristol, Va.; Telephone (276) 669-6141. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 4, 2005
BARR, Mr. Trinkle went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 3, 2005, at home (Charlotte, NC.) He was born in Bristol Tennessee, son of the late Roland J. and Virginia Coatlin Price Barr, and was a member of Gateway Baptist Church in Bristol Tennessee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John Barr, sisters, Odell Reynolds and Violet Roark, and grandson, Daniel Hall. He is survived by his wife, Mary B. (Jackie) Barr of the home; one son, Gary L. Barr and wife Gwen of Monroe; three daughters, Linda Weems and husband Ken, Judith Engler and husband Mike and Barbara Smith, all of Bristol Tennessee; one brother, Robert Barr and wife Grace of Kingsport; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two nieces; and one nephew. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Trinkle Barr will be 11 a.m. Monday at McEwen Funeral Service, Charlotte Chapel, 727 E. Morehead St., conducted by the Rev. Kenneth Weems. Interment will follow at Charlotte Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Arrangements by McEwen Funeral Service, Charlotte Chapel. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 5, 2005
BARTLEY, Mrs. Grethel, age 72, went to Heaven on Saturday, July 16, 2005, at her residence. Mrs. Bartley was a longtime member of the Midway Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife to her husband for 59 years and a good mother and homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Jack T. Bartley, Bristol Virginia; her children, Jack Thomas Bartley and wife Karen, Lebanon, Judy Malone and husband Gary, Jill Bartley Coakley and Jane Ball, all of Bristol Virginia; a brother, Fonso McCown, Kentucky; a sister, Joann Meade, Kentucky; grandchildren, Jodi Willoughby, John Bartley, Jack Bartley Coakley, Rena Bartley and Julie Ball; and two great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be conducted Monday, July 18, 2005, at 1 p.m. in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Rev. Dexter Terry officiating. Entombment will follow in the Forest Hills Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be the deacons of Midway Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Rush, William Mumpower, John Breeding, Everette Delaney, Lee Lykins, Sam Waldron and Joe McReynolds. A special thanks to Dr. Toothman and Dr. Beasley. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Midway Baptist Church, 21318 Old Dominion Road, Bristol, VA 24202. Those wishing to express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the funeral home. Farris Funeral Service, Main Street Chapel, is serving the Bartley family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on July 17, 2005
BASSETT, Joanne King, 73, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2005, at NHC of Bristol. She was born in Bristol Virginia, a daughter of the late Richard E. and Otye Webb King. She was a member of the Border Guild/Junior League, which she served as president for two years, and the Blue Stocking Club. She was a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church and received a honorary life membership in the Presbyterian Women. Survivors include her husband, Doug Bassett; her children, Gerry Bassett and his wife Amy of Hixson, Tenn., Janet Clark and her husband John of Elizabethton, Barbara Allen and her husband Charles of Johnson City, and Blake Bassett and his wife Laura of Bristol; eight grandchildren, Tripp, Liz and Laura Ellen Bassett, Hailey Clark, Chip and Wes Allen, and Blakesley and Alie Bassett; brother, Richard E. King Jr. and his wife Julie of Bristol; sister-in-law, June E. Bassett of New York; and three nieces. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 Friday evening, Aug. 12, 2005, at First Presbyterian Church of Bristol, with the funeral service to follow at 8 o'clock. Dr. Gordon Turnbull will officiate. The committal service and interment will be held at 11 o'clock Saturday morning, Aug. 13, 2005, at Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Lunch Bunch. Memorial contributions to First Presbyterian Church, 701 Florida Ave., Bristol, TN 37620; and Healing Hands Health Center, 210 Memorial Drive, Bristol, TN 37620. The family wishes to extend sincere appreciation to health care givers, Dorothy Wilson and Rosetta Vinson, and to the management and staff of NHC. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakleycook.com.
Mrs. Bassett and her family are in the care of OakleyCook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; telephone (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on August 11, 2005
BAYS, June E., age 78, 1519 Treemont Ave., died Friday, June 3, 2005, in Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Glen and Ruby Ladd Carrier. She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church and a retired employee of Univac. She is survived by her husband, Richard W. Bays; daughter, Linda Jenkins and her husband Jake, Bluff City; brother, Howard Carrier and his wife "Teen", Bluff City; grandson, Chris Massie; great-granddaughter, Allie Massie; special friends, Dean Horn and Harold and Sandy Campbell; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Shirley and Bob Kinsley. Funeral services will be conducted 8 p.m. Sunday in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Steve Playl officiating. Graveside services will be conducted 1 p.m. Monday in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Weavers and other times at 215 Sparrow Road, Bluff City. Expressions of sympathy may be registered at www.weaverfuneral home.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 5, 2005
BEGLEY, William Ronald, age 49, of 1701 Windsor Ave., passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2005, in Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born Sept. 2, 1955, to the late William Ronald and Emogean Grey Begley, and lived his life in the Bristol area. He was a retired truck driver, was of the Baptist faith and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He is survived by his son, Will Begley III; and granddaughter, Chloe Begley. There will be no services. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 19, 2005
BELL, Joe Ulysis, 78, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2005, at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. He was born in Hancock County, Tenn., a son of the late Roy and Sara Etta Lawson Bell. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and retired from Mason Dixon Truck Lines. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 549 and Chestnut Grove Baptist Church and attended Brookside Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Blanche Templeton Bell; daughters, Billie Jean Wilson and her husband David of Kingsport, Joan Moody and her husband Joe of Blountville and Chloe Jones of Piney Flats; son, Larry Bell and his wife Betty of Kingsport; granddaughters, Christy Willocks and her husband Eric, Lauren Ketchum and her husband Paul and Stacy Moody; great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Willocks; sisters, Mary Ann Brooks of Kingsport and Alice Gibson and her husband Taylor of Blountville; brothers, Hoover Bell and Eugene Bell and his wife Geraldine, all of Blountville, Fayne Bell and his wife Maxine and Ralph Bell and his wife Joyce, all of Kingsport, and Roy Bell and his wife Judy of Bluff City; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5 until 6:45 Thursday evening, March 17, 2005, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7 o'clock, with Rev. Fred Potter and Rev. William LeFevre officiating. The committal service and interment will be held at 11 o'clock Friday morning, March 18, 2005, at Gunnings Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mr. Bell and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; telephone (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 17, 2005
BELLAMY, Lawrence Milburn, 90, passed away Sunday, Nov. 20, 2005, at Wexford House, Kingsport.
He was a Bell Ridge Road resident for several years before going to Asbury Place at Kingsport and then to Wexford House. He was born in Gate City on Nov. 19, 1915, a son of the late James A. Bellamy and Lillie Bell Williams Bellamy. Lawrence lived most of his life in Kingsport. In addition to his parents, Lawrence was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Edna Bays Bellamy, in 1999; daughter, Glenda Bellamy, in 1994; sisters, Kathleen Herron, Beatrice Bellamy, Hallie Bellamy, Rhoda Jones and Leota Lane. Lawrence lived to have his 90th birthday on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005. He was very active and faithful in his churches of which he was a member, first Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church, Hiltons, and then moving his membership to Morrison's Chapel United Methodist Church, Kingsport. He served both churches in many capacities, as superintendent of Sunday school, Bible teacher, music director, Holston Conference lay leader and delegate to the Holston Conference. Lawrence was a member of the Emmaus Walk Community. He was a volunteer with the North Kingsport Volunteer Fire Department and the East Carter's Valley Ruritan Club. Lawrence worked at Firestone Stores in Kingsport, retiring after 30 years of service in 1977. He received many awards for his service to and for others: Ruritan Man of the Year 1984 and Outstanding Service Award 1989. He and his wife, Edna, were awarded for devoted service to Christianity from the Kingsport District United Methodist Adults.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II, with distinguished honors for bravery and the capturing of Hitler's bodyguard. He was a member of the American Legion Post 3 and a member of the Kingsport Fraternal Order of Police. Surviving is one sister, Ruby Marie Bowen, Kingsport, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005, at the Gate City Funeral Home. Services will be conducted at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Homer Roller and the Rev. Keith Bates officiating. Music will be provided by the Morrison's Chapel Choir under the direction of Linda Childress.
Charles DeWitt Byrd Post 3382 of the VFW will conduct military graveside rites following the service at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Hiltons. Garland Fields, Toliver Bates, Lloyd Moore, Chuck Smith, Tom Page, Dallas Salyers, Tommy Salyers, Gene Smith, Don Strong and Rufus Jones will serve as honorary pallbearers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church, c/o Denise Harris, 204 Echo Drive, Gate City, VA 24251; or to Morrison's Chapel United Methodist Church, 2019 Chapel Drive, Kingsport, TN 37665.
Online condolences may be made to the family of Lawrence M. Bellamy at gcfh@earthlink.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 23, 2005
BENNETT, Shirley L., age 74, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2005, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center.
She was born June 25, 1930, in Sullivan County, Tenn., to the late Jack and Angie Cole Richards, and she lived her life in the Bristol area. She was a cafeteria worker in the Sullivan County School System and was of the Baptist faith. She attended Holston Baptist Church and was retired from the Coca-Cola Company. She is survived by her husband, Howard Edgar Bennett; one special niece, Roma Jean Oliver; and one special nephew, Larry Richards. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, March 31, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Howard Robinson officiating, assisted by Pastor Rick Byerly. The entombment will follow in the Glenwood Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at Weaver Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 30, 2005
BENTLEY, Letha V., age 95, passed away on June 8, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born in Shady Valley, Tenn., a daughter to the late John and Minnie Rankins Bentley, and had lived most of her life in the Bristol area. She was retired from Hatchers Cleaners, where she worked for 35 years. Miss Bentley was the oldest charter member of Edgemont Presbyterian Church, where she was a former Sunday school secretary and member of the Ladies Circle. Survivors include sister, Nora White, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday , June 11, 2005, at Edgemont Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Larry Stallard officiating. Interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Cecil Stine, Mark Eades, Harold Stophel, Clarence Stophel, Sam Vance and John Ed Salyers. Honorary pallbearers will be elders, deacons and members of Edgemont Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from June 9 to June 10, 2005
BENTLEY, Margaret Elizabeth, age 81, passed away on July 2, 2005. She was born in Alvaredo, Va., a daughter to the late David and Mae Morley Smith, and was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area. She was a housewife and a caregiver and attended the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall. She was preceded in death by a son, Ronald Bentley; a daughter, Mary Frances "Twinkle" Paseaur; and two brothers, Claude Smith and Ed Smith. Survivors include husband of 62 years, Lee Vernon Bentley; children, Shirley Eades, Barbara Kite, Anita Statzer, David Bentley and Dawn Campbell; 15 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Oliver and Patty Odum; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Rooty Branch Cemetery, with Doug Robinson officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on July 4, 2005
BERNARD, Bill S., age 74, of 528 Rogers Ave., Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, after a period of declining health. He is survived by his wife, Maxie Kathleen Bernard; two daughters, Donna Lynn Roberts and Lisa Ann Jackson and husband Gary; one son, Jeffrey Scott Bernard and wife Cindy; three grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Martha Bernard.
The family will receive friends at Oak Hill Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, from 5 to 7 p.m. or any time at the residence. Funeral services will be conducted in the funeral home chapel at 7 p.m., with Pastor Cecil Sturgil officiating. Graveside services will be conducted on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005, at 11 a.m. in Oak Hill Memorial Park. Online condolences may be sent to the Bernard family via e-mail at oakhill@stei.com. The staff of Oak Hill Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bernard family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on October 14, 2005
BISHOP, Bobbie Jeanne, died Wednesday evening, Aug. 31, 2005, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after an apparent heart attack. Born in Mississippi, she had resided in Bristol before moving to Kingsport in 1955. She retired from the State of Tennessee Health Department. Mrs. Bishop was a member of West Colonial Hills Baptist Church. Preceding her in death were her parents, R.J. and Alleine Edmonds, brother, Roy Edmonds, and son-in-law, Barney Vaughn. Surviving are her husband of 57 years, Joe T. Bishop of the home; three daughters, Brenda Vaughn, JoAnne Toliver and husband Kimsey, and Debbie Amyx and husband Ken, all of Kingsport; four grandchildren, Becky Hackney, David Vaughn, Allen Toliver and Chad Toliver; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport. Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with Rev. Paul Lane officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Shelby Hills Cemetery in Bristol Tennessee. Family and friends will meet at the graveside at 3:15 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 985, Kingsport, TN 37662. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 2, 2005
BLEDSOE, Lucille Poore, age 93, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at the Cambridge House.
Mrs. Bledsoe was born Feb. 4, 1912, a daughter of the late John R. and Virgie Dills Poore, and had made her home in Bristol all of her life. She was of the Baptist faith, the widow of James W. Bledsoe and a retired employee of Bell's Henny Penny and Felty's Chicken. Mrs. Bledsoe was a loving mother and grandmother to her daughters, Brenda Johnson and her husband Glen, and Barbara Gilliam and her husband John; and grandchildren, Jeff Gilliam, Ricky Gilliam and wife Michelle, Greg Johnson and wife Lisa, Kristin Hooper and husband Jeff, Stacey Grissner and husband David and Jason Johnson and wife Rachelle; and great-grandchildren, Jordon and Rachel Johnson, Aden and Cade Hooper and Derek, Kristi, Jessica and Jon Gilliam. Also surviving are two sisters, Janette Pritchard and Charmie Bell, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005, at 7 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Darrell Pickle officiating. Burial will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Mountain View Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of the Cambridge House for their loving care, support and prayers. E-mail condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday at Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 3, 2005
BLEVINS, Arthur Fred The committal service and interment for A. Fred Blevins will be held at 1 o'clock Saturday afternoon, Feb. 5, 2005, at Chinquapin Grove Cemetery in Bluff City. Pallbearers will be Mark Blevins, Randy Blevins, Jayme Blevins, John Blevins, Doug Lewis and Greg Glover. Honorary pallbearers will be Ralph Deitrick, Wade Ballard, Harmon Glover, Phil Nave, Carl Lyon, Scott Greene, Hunter Berry and fellow bluegrass musicians. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church Youth Center, 1489 Walnut Grove Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. A. Fred Blevins, 68, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, at the VA hospital in Asheville, N.C. Mr. Blevins and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn., (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from February 4 to February 5, 2005
BLEVINS, Cleo W. Hayes, age 78, passed away on April 18, 2005, at the Wellmont Hospice House.
She was born in Sullivan County, Tenn., a daughter to the late Marion and Belvon Jenkins Hayes and was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area. Ms. Blevins worked as an interior decorator and was also in sales for Gurley's Ethan Allen Furniture. She was a member of Avoca Christian Church and Central Holston Christian Church. She was also actively involved in the Christian Fellowship for singles at the Broad Street Methodist Church in Kingsport. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Blevins, a son, Theo Blevins, a daughter, Elaine Pendergrass, and a sister, Vivian Hodges. Survivors include: children, Janice Boothe, Jerry Blevins, Tony Blevins, Keith Blevins and Lonnie Blevins; brothers, Buford Hayes and Sherrill Dean Hayes; sister, Louise Reynolds and Margie Gurley Wankel; 25 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at 7 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Minister Bob Robinson officiating, assisted by Minister Eugene Brockley. Committal services will be on Thursday at 11 a.m. at Shipley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Sue Prill, Dr. Michael Fletcher and Dr. Ben Cowan. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5-6:45 p.m., prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN; Avoca Christian Church Building Fund, 2417 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN; or to Central Holston Christian Church, 261 Sand Bar Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from April 19 to April 20, 2005
BLEVINS, David Joshua "Josh", age 24, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2005, at Duke University Medical Center after a tragic auto accident. He was a native of Pikeville, Ky., and was a member of Virgie Baptist Church in Virgie, Ky. He was a lover of fishing, hunting and the great outdoors. He will be forever missed by family and friends. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Cathy Smith Melton and Belvin "Joe" Melton of Mebane, N.C.; father and stepmother, James H. and Angie Blevins of Robinson Creek, Ky.; one sister, Laura Blevins of Hendersonville, Tenn.; one brother, Adam Blevins of Mebane; grandparents, Don and Janice Norman of Bristol Virginia, Marie Melton of Mebane, Virginia Blevins of Robinson Creek and Robert and Brenda Jacobs of Pippa Passes, Ky.; aunts and uncles, Debbie and Mike Cross and Paul and Lynne Smith; stepaunt and stepuncle, Scott and Crista Norman; and several cousins. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, in the Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Mike McCloud officiating. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday in Glenwood Cemetery, with the Rev. Bill Blackburn officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-7:45 p.m. Friday at Akard Funeral Home, prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cathy Melton, c/o Akard Funeral Home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of David Joshua Blevins. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 15 to September 16, 2005
BLOOMER, Leah Gibson, 92, died Friday, Aug. 5, 2005, at NHC Healthcare. She was born on Feb. 18, 1913, in Marshall's Branch, Ky. She grew up in Pound, Va., and lived in Norton most of her life. She had lived in Bristol for the past 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Isaac Newton Gibson and George W. Bloomer; father, George Washington Tilden Shortt; her mother, Loudema Shortt Noles; sister, Lillian Mullins; and brothers, Emory, Ernest, Delmar and Clifford Shortt. Survivors include her son, Harold David Gibson Sr. and wife Joyce Still Gibson of Richmond; grandsons, Harold David Gibson Jr. and wife Sherry Evans Gibson of St. Louis, Mo., James Newton Gibson and wife Dana Blanton Gibson of Richmond and Kenneth William Gibson and wife Beth Pedison Gibson of Alexandria, Va.; and great-granddaughters Ellen Paige and Emily Catherine Gibson. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2005, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon at Bradley Street Baptist Church, with Reverend Bill Peeler, Reverend E. W. Ely, Reverend David Gibson and Mr. Kenneth Gibson officiating. Interment and committal service will follow at Flat Gap Cemetery in Pound. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-blevins.com. Mrs. Bloomer and her family are in the care of Oakley-Blevins Funeral Home, 417 Lee St., Bristol, Va.; telephone 276-669-6141. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on August 7, 2005
BOLICK, Audrey Ryan, age 89, went to be with the Lord Friday, June 3, 2005, at Greystone Health Care Center. She was a native and lifelong resident of Sullivan County and was the daughter of the late Charlie and Clementine Webb Ryan. She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Donald Leroy Bolick. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Donald Bolick; a daughter, Jerri Hinch and husband Gary of Piney Flats; a son, James Allen Bolick and wife Tammy of Lockport, N.Y.; six grandchildren, Bryan Bolick, Wendy McElyea, Christopher Bolick, Toby Beach, Brandon Carr and Jacob Bolick; a great-granddaughter, Brooke McElyea; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, 2005, in the St. Paul United Methodist Church, with Pastor Dan Theiben officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Paul United Methodist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Benny McElyea, Chris Beach, Brandon Carr and Gary Hinch. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Akard Funeral Home. The family extends a special thanks to Barbara Stidham. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Tennessee Affiliate, 4205 Hillsboro Road, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37215. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Bolick. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 4, 2005
BOLING, Margaret Alice Henninger, 83, died Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005, at the Cambridge House after a lengthy illness. She was born in Bristol, a daughter of the late Jacob and Ruby Phipps Henninger. She was owner and operator of Calico Flag Car Company and was of the Methodist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.L. Boling; a sister, Elizabeth Romines; and two brothers, Claude and Donald Henninger.
Survivors include her long-time companion, Harmon Morrell, of Bristol; special friends, Wanda and Wayne Leonard and their children and grandchildren of Blountville and Patsy and Jerry Manning and their children and grandchildren of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 o'clock Saturday morning, Nov. 19, 2005, at the Chapel of Memories in Glenwood Cemetery, with the Rev. Dan Theiban officiating. The burial will follow in Shelby Hills Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mrs. Boling and her family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; phone (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 18, 2005
BOOHER, Cora Frye Stophel, age 97, went to be with the Lord Feb. 8, 2005, while at Cambridge House, Bristol Tennessee. Mrs. Booher had been in declining health for several years and had been lovingly cared for in her home by her daughter, Betty Sapp, until very recently. Mrs. Booher was born Nov. 27, 1907, in Sullivan County, to John C. and Sarah Jane (Jenny) Frye. She reared eight children and was a most devoted wife and mother. At an early age, she made her profession of faith in Jesus Christ and became a member of Sinking Springs United Methodist Church, near her home. She was active in her church until physically unable to attend.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Oscar William Stophel, her second husband, William A. Booher, her beloved granddaughter, Phyllis Stophel Bethea, and stepsons, W.A. Booher Jr. and Lloyd Booher. Surviving children and spouses are: John and Pauline Stophel, Ralph and Mary Stophel, Larry and Karen Stophel and Woods and Judy Blake, all of the Chattanooga area, Glenn and Jackie Stophel of Franklin, Tenn., Charlotte Robinson of Memphis, Tenn., and Doris Baines and Betty Sapp of Bristol. Surviving stepchildren and spouses are: Barbara Jane Whitson, Lawrence and Betty Booher, Ted and Carol Booher, Walter and Rita Dowell, Melvin and Eloise Bentley, and Donna Booher, all of Bristol, Gordon and Claire Booher, Clay and Sandra Booher of North Carolina, Bill and Lois Usher of Georgia, and Helen Booher of Florida. Mrs. Booher was blessed with 21 grandchildren; 24 step-grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 31 step-great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren and step-great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, who loved her very much. Many of these descendants served her with loving attention during her declining health. A memorial service will be conducted at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Jack Stevens and Rev. Billy Gillespie officiating. A private burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends following the memorial service. Memorials may be made to Wellmont Hospice, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620; or to the Sinking Springs United Methodist Church, 280 V.I. Ranch Road, Bristol, TN 37620. The family appreciates the skillful and gentle care she was given by the Wellmont staff and also by those serving her at Cambridge House. Condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 10, 2005
BOOHER, Elizabeth D. Tillison, age 83, formerly of Bristol Tennessee, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 19, 2005, in the Johnson City Medical Center. A native and lifelong resident of Bristol, she was a daughter of the late Jake and Fanny Shaffer Tillison. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church. She was the widow of Glen K. "Bill" Booher and preceded in death by eight sisters.
Survivors include three sons, Benny Booher and wife Brenda, Piney Flats, David Booher and wife Sandra, Bristol Tennessee, and Glen P. Booher and wife Jackie, Bristol Tennessee; two daughters, Patricia Maiden and husband Gary, Bristol Tennessee; Becky Fulwider and husband Steve, Bristol Virginia; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Jerry Fleenor officiating. The committal will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons. Honorary pallbearer will be Charles "Pete" Booher. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday and go in procession to the cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Monday at the Weaver Funeral Home. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 21, 2005
BOOHER, J. Allen BLUFF CITY – J. Allen Booher, age 69, went to be with his Heavenly Father, Monday, June 13, 2005, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Jan. 9, 1936, in Bristol, the son of the late Minnie O. and Eldridge Booher, and was preceded in death by a sister, Thelma, and brothers, E.H. Herbert and Carl. He was retired from Raytheon, served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a member of Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church. He is survived by: his loving wife of 49 years, Patsy A. Booher; sister, Francis Milinazzo; special sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sue and Terry Wilson; special nephew, Jeff Wilson; nieces and nephews, Brian Malcolm and wife Debbie Pam Lane and husband Woody, Diana Vartanyan and husband Berc, Patrick Milinazzo, David Milinazzo and wife Teresa and Anthony and Joe Booher; and great-nieces and great-nephews who are special also. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 16, 2005, at the graveside in the Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel, with Pastor Clarence Lewis and Brother Phil Whitaker officiating. Burial will follow in the Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends following the funeral service at the Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN; or the Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Kathy, Donna and Jackie of the Wellmont Hospice House for their loving care, support and prayers. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from June 15 to June 16, 2005
BOOHER, Leona P. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Leona P. Booher, age 91, passed away on June 16, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a daughter to the late Edward and Sally Poore, and was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area. She was a retired teacher working in the Sullivan County School System and was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. She was the widow of George D. Booher. Survivors include: daughter, Rosalee Clark and husband Tom of St. Charles, Ill.; son, Jerry Booher; and grandson, Jonathan Booher. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the Glenwood Cemetery Mausoleum, with Rev. Gary Chenoweth officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10-11 a.m., prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 4450 Walker Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37917. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 17, 2005
BOOHER, Linda Lawson BRISTOL, Tenn. – Linda Lawson Booher, age 54, of 533 Hickory Road, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 24, 2005, at her home. Linda was born June 28, 1950, in Salinas, Calif., a daughter of the late William "Bill" and Ruby Kaas Lawson, and had made her home in the Bristol area for the past 35 years. She was a member of West Hills Christian Church, where she was the director of Primary Church and was active in the Sisters in Christ Circle. Survivors include her husband, Glen L. Booher; two daughters, Jennifer Osborne and Ginger Jones and husband Joey; one son, James Booher and wife Debbie; grandchildren, B.J., Elizabeth, Megan, Seth, Chase and Abigail; sister, Joan Wollisen; brother, Bill Lawson; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 28, 2005, at noon in the Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel, with Minister Gary Knapp officiating. Entombment will follow. E-mail condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until noon in the Mausoleum Chapel at Glenwood Cemetery. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 26, 2005
BOOHER, Marvin Elbert BRISTOL, Tenn. – Marvin Elbert Booher, age 81, of 400 Shelby St., went to be with the Lord Sunday, June 12, 2005, at the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Mountain Home, Tenn. He was born Dec. 1, 1923, in the Emmett community, a son of the late Walter Elbert and Lorena Lyons Booher, and had made his home in Bristol all of his life. Mr. Booher was a retired employee of Cortrim Hardwoods Parts Co., member of Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church, former choir member, was active in the Meals on Wheels and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in World War II. Survivors include one daughter, Barbara B Cobb and husband Curtis Sr.; two grandsons, Curtis J. Cobb Jr. and Timothy Jason Cobb; two great-granddaughters, Taylor N. Nelson and Alina Sage Cobb; sister, Rachel Smith and husband Tom; brother, Frank Booher and wife Mitzi; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, June 15, 2005, at 2:30 p.m. in the Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church, with Rev. Joe Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in Shipley Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the VFW Patton-Crosswhite Post 6975. Pallbearers will be Curtis J. Cobb Jr., T. Jason Cobb, Daryl Blaylock, Jerry Blaylock, Tom Yates and Daniel Booher. E-mail condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Weaver Funeral Home. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 13, 2005
BOOHER, Nancy M. BLUFF CITY – Nancy M. Booher, age 71, of 1796 Ryder Church Road, passed away Sept. 15, 2005, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born Aug. 29, 1934, in Bristol Tennessee, a daughter of the late Carl and Della Phillips, and had lived most of her life in the Bristol area. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband, Bill Booher. Also surviving: children, Ann Curtis and husband Keith, William A. Booher, Bobby Booher, Michael Booher and wife Lisa and Marvin Booher and wife Mary; daughter-in-law, Rose Booher; grandchildren, Christy, Andrea, Adrina, Mary Ann, Shane, Jonathan, Angie and Christopher; great-grandchildren, Brett and Chelse; sisters, Martha Berry and Colene Hawkins; and brothers, Claude Phillips and Norman Phillips. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jimmy Phillips officiating. The burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Weaver Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Rose Booher. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 16, 2005
BOOHER, Thomas Edward, age 73, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 12, 2005, at the Select Specialty Hospital. He was born Feb. 22, 1932, in Bristol Tennessee, to the late Clyde Edward and Ethel Mae Musick Booher. He has lived in the Bristol area all of his life. He was retired from Raytheon from 36 years of service and also had a special love for his farm as he cared for the cattle and the honey bees. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Samuel Booher. Survivors include wife of 51 years, Rosemary Morton Booher; daughter, Lynne Peltier and husband Paul; sons, Thomas Eugene Booher and Terry Albert Booher and wife Frances; grandsons, Joshua Edward and T.J. Booher; stepgranddaughter, Kaylea Woods; brother, Harry Booher and wife Frances; sisters, Patsy Nelson and husband Jack and Nancy Morrell and husband Eddie; special cousin, Fred Bowers; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Friday, Oct. 14, 2005, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Ken Kehrer, assisted by Mike Pope, officiating. The burial will be held at the Shipley Cemetery on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005, at 10 a.m., with military honors conducted by Bristol VFW Honor Guard. The family will receive friends at the home of Harry and Frances Booher after noon each day and at Weaver funeral home prior to the service from 6-7:45 p.m. Friday. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on October 14, 2005
BOOKER, Mrs. Ruby Bradley, formerly of Bristol Tennessee, died Saturday at her residence in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the widow of Mr. Harvey Booker. Funeral and burial will be held Friday in Cleveland. Courtesy of Clark Funeral Service, Inc. www.clarkfuneralservice.com. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 11, 2005
BORST, Lena Fay Sandidge BRISTOL, Tenn. – Lena Fay Sandidge Borst, age 78, died Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a daughter of the late Clyde and Nora Sandidge, and was of the Methodist faith. She was a lover of music and dance, a wonderful gardener and an impeccable housekeeper. She was always soft-hearted, loving and caring and a generous and understanding person to all she knew. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Borst, her son, Stephen Banks, a granddaughter, Monica Fay Banks, and two brothers, Jack and Sam Sandidge. Survivors include two daughters, Olivia Jane Robinson of Bristol Tennessee and Rebecca A. Banks of Blountville; two sisters, Patricia Booher and Margaret Taylor, both of Bristol Tennessee; one brother, Mitch Sandidge of Blountville; three grandchildren, Michele Hayes of Bristol Virginia, Stevie Banks of Indianapolis and Eric Crawford of Bristol Tennessee; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, 2005, in the Akard Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Greg Dingus officiating. Pallbearers will be from among family and friends. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Sunday at Akard Funeral Home, prior to the service. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Rob Blanton for all his care and attention. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our Web site at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Borst. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from January 7 to January 8, 2005
BOSTIC, Everett Thomas BLOUNTVILLE – Everett Thomas Bostic, 56, was called unexpectedly to join his wife, Wanda McKinney Bostic, and his Lord and Savior Monday morning, Dec. 5, 2005. Tom was born in Kingsport and had resided in Blountville since 1982. He was a maintenance electrician for TVA John Sevier since 2000. He was an outstanding member of IBEW, for which he traveled throughout the United States. Tom was a Christian man, who extensively studied the Bible, including Greek, and had an extremely close relationship with God. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany for one year in the 7th Army 36th Air Defense, and in Vietnam, where he served with the 92nd Artillery Battalion, C Battery and under 1st Field Forces from 1967-1968, serving in the Battle of Dak Toe and Tet offensives. He was a member of Charles DeWitt Byrd Post 3382 of the VFW. Tom was extremely honored to have served his God and country. Tom enjoyed chess, kayaking, fishing and watching the UT Vols. He will be especially missed by his three daughters, whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda McKinney Bostic in 1993, father and stepmother, Everett M. and Juanita Bostic, and brother, Bobby J. Bostic. Surviving are three daughters, Monica Bostic Hicks and husband DeWayne, Emory, Angela Bostic Bowman and husband Jamison, Meadowview, and Crystal Bostic Steffey and husband Sam, Blountville; eight grandchildren, Jonathan Malone, Heather Malone, Toby Hicks, Grace Hicks, Shaun Ketron, Lee Bowman, A.J. Steffey and Samantha Steffey; two sisters, Mary Jane McKinney, Kingsport, and Tammy Good and husband Scott, Kingsport; brother, Charlie Bostic and wife Robbie, Kingsport; several stepbrothers and stepsisters; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel, with Pastor J.W. Depew and the Rev. Earnest L. Steffey officiating. Burial will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, with military graveside rites by Charles DeWitt Byrd Post 3382 of the VFW. Pallbearers will be Charlie Drinnon, Danny Tipton, Shaun Ketron, Jonathan Malone, David Bostic, Kim McKinney, Don Drinnon and Jamison L. Bowman. Memorial contributions may be made to The Ronald McDonald House, 418 North State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN 37604; or Wellmont Hospice, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave an e-mail condolence. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 7, 2005
BOUTON, Verna V. PINEY FLATS – Verna V. Bouton passed away on Monday, Nov. 21, 2005, at Johnson City Medical Center. Verna was a native of Sullivan County and was the daughter of the late Raymond William and Opal Phillips Bouton. She was a member of Poplar Ridge Christian Church. Verna was a graduate of Mary Hughes High School in the Class of 1939. She was also a graduate of Bristol Business College of Bristol Tennessee. In 1944, she went to Washington, D.C., where she worked for 27 years for the National Security Agency and its predecessor, the Department of Defense. She took an early retirement in 1971 and returned to her home in Sullivan County. Later, after retirement, she became interested in genealogy and was able to compile and publish a book on the Bouton family history. It was through this project that she made many friends and met some distant relatives. Survivors include two aunts, Mrs. William E. "Junior" (Lois) Bouton of Piney Flats and Mrs. Paul K. (Providence) Bouton of Charlotte, N.C.; and several cousins, loving friends and neighbors. She is also survived by special loving friends, Roland, Cindy, Justin and Jamie Whittemore and Bill and Myrtle Cross. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:45 Wednesday evening, Nov. 23, 2005, at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 8 o'clock in the Paul Cook Memorial Chapel, with Minister Roland Whittemore and Associate Minister Brad Perry officiating. The committal service and interment will be held at 11 o'clock Friday morning, Nov. 25, 2005, in Poplar Ridge Christian Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Stout, Bill Cross, Tom Haws, Johnny Miller, Jimmy Morris, Brian Griffith and Andy Yates. Honorary pallbearers will be Earl Cross, Ron Warren, Dr. Richard McDavid, Dave King, Brian Craft, Howard Craft, Duane Cross, Justin Whittemore and Michael Pansock. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to Poplar Ridge Christian Church, 206 Poplar Ridge Christian Church Road, Piney Flats, TN 37686. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Miss Bouton and her family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 22, 2005
BOWERS, Joseph “Joe” Sr. BLUFF CITY – Joseph "Joe" Bowers Sr., age 72, died Friday, July 22, 2005, in the Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, following an extended illness. A native of Sullivan County, he was the son of the late Charlie D. and Eliza Jane Pierce Bowers Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers. Mr. Bowers was of the Baptist faith. He worked as a farmer most of his life. Survivors include his wife, Wenoka Bowers of the home; a daughter, Hazel Dinger, Blountville; a stepdaughter, Lisa Bowers and husband Manuel, Bluff City; three sons, J. Preston Bowers Jr., Leonard Bowers and Zandal Bowers, all of Blountville; a stepson, Chris Goff, Bluff City; Three sisters, Gladys Lynch, Bristol Virginia, Judy Willen, Bristol Tennessee, and Carmie Oliver, Watauga; a brother, Jay Bowers, Elizabethton; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Monday, in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home, Bluff City, with Rev. Eddie Smith officiating. Music will be under the direction of Eddie and Susan Smith and Tammy Wright. The family will receive friends from 6–8 p.m. Monday, prior to the service. Graveside service and interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, in the Sunrise Cemetery. Those planning to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 10:50 a.m. Tuesday. Those who prefer, memorials in lieu of flowers, may make donations to the Bristol Tennessee Police Department for the G.R.E.A.T. Program for Youth, 801 Anderson St., Bristol, TN 37620; or the Healing Hands Health Center, 210 Memorial Drive, Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be sent to the family through the Tetrick, Bluff City Web site at www.bluffcity@tetrickfuneralhome.com. Tetrick Funeral Home, Bluff City, is in charge of arrangements. Obituary line: 543-4917; office: 538-7131. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on July 24, 2005
BOWERY, Mary Helen Moore BLOUNTVILLE – Mary Helen Moore Bowery, age 81, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House. She was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and was a daughter of the late Charlie W. and Hattie L. Cross Moore. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dee "J.D." Bowery, in January 2004, and two sisters, Clara Woods and Earline Moore. Mrs. Bowery was an active member of Cross United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women, the Alpha Omega Senior Citizens and the Cross Home Demonstration Club, where she served as treasurer. Survivors include two daughters, Rita Holden of Abingdon and Dawn Herman and husband Bud of Blountville; one son, Keith Bowery and wife Shirley of Blountville; one sister, Pauline Snodgrass and husband Wiley of Blountville; one brother-in-law, M.E. Woods; one cousin, Lois Whicker and husband Bob; three granddaughters, Shannon Gregory, Tarah Bolas and Trisha Bowery; one grandson, David Holden; four great-grandchildren, Hunter, Cole, Gabriel and Alexander; one step-granddaughter, Nikki Herman; two step-great-granddaughters, Kirsten and Madison; and a nephew, Danny Snodgrass. The funeral service will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, in the Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Kevin Holmes officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charlie Pope, Charlie Nave, Edward Minnick, Tyler Cross, Harry Elsea, Doug Cross, Stanley Rosenbalm and Joe Leonard. The family wishes to express a special thank you to friend and caregiver, Betty Hatcher, the Greystone Healthcare Center and Wellmont Hospice House. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be sent to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620; or Cross United Methodist Church, 689 Cross Community Road, Blountville, TN 37617. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Akard Funeral Home and at other times at the home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Bowery. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 11, 2005
BOWMAN, Ada Taylor BRISTOL, Tenn. – Ada Taylor Bowman, age 84, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Nov. 26, 2005, at her home. She was born May 16, 1921, in Ashe County, N.C., the daughter of the late Harrison and Eliza Jane Blevins Taylor. She made her home in Bristol most of her life and was a member of Cold Spring Presbyterian Church. She was the widow of James W. "J.W. Bill" Bowman. Survivors include daughter, Linda Smith and husband Wayne; son, Jim Bowman and wife Carol; grandchildren, Jason Nelson and wife Tamara, Justin Nelson and wife Janie, Josh Nelson and wife Dana, Andrew Bowman, Matt Bowman, Jessie Bowman, Jenny Bowman and Christina Bowman; great-grandchildren, Emme, Baylor, Jordon and Jonathan; sister, Gincy Weaver; brother, Elwood Taylor and wife Flo; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Cold Spring Presbyterian Church, with Dr. Angus Shaw and Dr. Errol Rohr officiating. Pallbearers will be grandsons and John Shaw. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Monday night at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cold Spring Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund, 280 Cold Spring Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 28, 2005
BOWMAN, Edwin “Mac” Jr. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Edwin "Mac" Bowman Jr., age 61, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Elizabethton, Tenn., and had been in Bristol for the last four years, after returning from Atlanta. Mr. Bowman was a former band director and music educator. He was Protestant and a member of the Bands of America. He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Bowman Sr. Survivors include mother, Willie S. "Billie" Bowman of Bristol Tennessee; brother, Tom Bowman of Savage, Minn.; and nephews, Lee and Dale. Plans for a memorial service are incomplete at this time. However, there will be a visitation held from 3 until 5 p.m. on Tuesday at his residence. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 508 Princeton Road, Suite 102, Johnson City, TN 37601. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 28, 2005
BOWMAN, Jake T. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Jake T. Bowman, age 67, of 1413 Rock Rose Road, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born May 19, 1937, in Washington County, Va., a son of the late Howard and Laura Anders Bowman. He was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and was a retired route salesman for Moore's Quality Snack Foods Company. He was preceded in death by a sister, Louella Trivett, and brother, Coy Anderson. Survivors include: wife, Jeannie Pitts Bowman; three sons, David Bowman, Michael Bowman and Christopher Bowman; granddaughter, Destiny Bowman; two children by a previous marriage, Timothy and Theresa; three sisters, Marie Barker and husband Reeves, Mary Roark and Thelma Trivett and husband Donald; two brothers, Billy Bowman and wife Sarah and Merl Bowman; special niece, Linda Layell and husband Donald; and several other nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tommy Tester officiating. The family will receive friends following the service or other times at the home of a sister, Mary Roark, 255 Island Road, Bristol, VA. Mr. Bowman, at his request, will be cremated. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 22, 2005
BOYD, Duard J. Lee, born March 3, 1922, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 5, 2005, at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. A native of Sullivan County, Tenn., Mr. Boyd was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II serving in Okinawa. He was preceded in death by parents, John W. and Rosa Green Boyd; stepmother, Anna Boyd; sisters, Anna Carrier and Victoria Broyles; brothers, Conley and Robert Boyd; and former wife, Mary Lee Greene Boyd. His survivors include present wife, Lillian Tipton-Boyd and children; sister, Virginia Boyd; brother, Gene Boyd and his wife Jerlis; daughter, Mrs. James Huff, Bluff City; sons, Cecil Boyd, McDonough, Ga., and R. Leslie Boyd of Marietta, Ga.; six beloved grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Military graveside honors for Mr. Boyd will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, at the National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. Pastor Thomas Kocke will officiate. A memorial service will follow at Living Word Lutheran Church, Highway 36, in the Midway community. Online condolences may be made through www.morrisbaker.com.
Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Ave., Johnson City, TN 37601, 282-1521, is serving the family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 8, 2005
BOYD, John Franklin KINGSPORT – John Franklin Boyd, 88, moved to his new home in heaven with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Nov. 30, 2005, following a short illness.
John was born Jan. 2, 1917, in Russell County, Va. He was a son of the late George Morgan Boyd and Sallie (Wallace) Boyd. He was married to his beloved late wife, Martha Faye (Cox) Boyd, for 63 years before her death. John graduated from Honaker High School. Under the guidance of an uncle, he became a master builder of homes. His career was interrupted by four years of honorable service in the U.S. Army during World War II. Following his discharge of military service, he became a construction superintendent for Cassell Brothers Commercial Construction Company, where over the next 30 plus years, he was instrumental in the construction of several buildings still in use on the East Tennessee State Campus in Johnson City. Other accomplishments included Freedom Hall in Johnson City, multiple elementary, middle and high schools in upper East Tennessee, as well as multiple projects at Holston Valley Hospital in Kingsport. It was his fairness, his pride in the quality of his work ethic that were praised by all who knew him. He was an avid gardener, and his fruits, vegetables and gardening tips were shared with all of his friends. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Stanley Wilson Boyd. John is survived by his son, Dr. Arthur Morgan Boyd and wife Kathi Boyd of Kingsport; his grandchildren, Bryan Morgan Boyd and Amanda Brooke Boyd, both of Kingsport; a stepgrandchild, James Boatright of Goose Creek, S.C.; four great-grandchildren; and his sister, Thelma L. Hagy of Abingdon. Calling hours will be 1-3 p.m. Saturday at the East Lawn Funeral Home and other hours at the residence of his son, Dr. Arthur Boyd and wife Kathi. Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in the East Lawn Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. John Brewster officiating. Graveside service will follow in the East Lawn Memorial Park in the Garden of the Well. A flag presentation will be made by the American Legion Post 3/265.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to First Broad Street United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1346, Kingsport, TN 37662; or to the Wellmont Holston Valley Foundation, P.O. Box 1069, Kingsport, TN 37662-9968. Please visit the family online at www.mem.com to place a tribute.
East Lawn Funeral Home is serving the Boyd family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 2, 2005
BRACEWELL, Lessie R. BLUFF CITY – Lessie R. Bracewell, age 95, died early Friday morning, Nov. 4, 2005, at Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Columbus, Ga., she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Annie May Rogers Wimberly. She was a member of Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church. Mrs. Bracewell was preceded in death by her husband, H.L. Bracewell in 1981. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Imogene and Elbert Nichols and Evelyn and Paul Nichols, all of Bluff City; five sons and three daughters-in-law, Charles and Carol Bracewell of Orlando, Fla., Louis and Jennifer Bracewell of Windermere, Fla., Gerald and Martha Bracewell of Greenville, S.C., David Bracewell of Orlando and Steven Bracewell of Clinton, MD; 16 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mrs. Bracewell will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, at Tetrick Funeral Home-Bluff City Chapel, with the Rev. Steve Hensley officiating. Music will be under the direction of Mrs. Brenda Pelham. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Sunday, prior to the service in the Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 1727 Chinquapin Grove Road, Bluff City, TN 37618. Graveside service and interment will be conducted at a later date in Dublin, GA. Condolences may be sent to the Bracewell family at www.tetrickfunralhome.com. Tetrick Funeral Home-Bluff City Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 5, 2005
BRACKIN, Glenn Emerson BLOUNTVILLE – Glenn Emerson Brackin, age 75, formerly of Maryville, died Thursday, June 9, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol Tennessee. He was a member of Oak View Baptist Church and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a graduate of Porter High School in 1948 and the University of Tennessee in 1957. He retired as an electrical engineer with TVA. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lucille Brackin; daughter and son-in-law, Glenda and Ronnie Belitz; granddaughter, Veronica Belitz, all of Bristol Tennessee; stepgranddaughter, Tonda Reynolds and husband Charlie of Hoschton, Ga.; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 13, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. in the Trinity Chapel of Smith Mortuary, with Rev. Glenn Gamble officiating. Family and friends will assemble on Tuesday, June 14, 2005, at 10 a.m. in Grandview Cemetery for interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to New Building Fund of Oakview Baptist Church, 2704 Ellejoy Road, Walland, TN 37886. Family will receive friends on Monday, June 13, 2005, from 6 until 7:30 p.m. in the Trinity Chapel of Smith Mortuary, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.smithmortuary.com. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 11, 2005
BRADDOCK, Alberta Johnson BRISTOL, Tenn. – Alberta Johnson Braddock, age 86, passed away Feb. 18, 2005, after complications following a fall. She was preceded to her Heavenly home by her husband, David Braddock. Our mother was born in Perth Amboy, N.J., on Aug. 3, 1918. Growing up there, she was a featured soloist at her Lutheran church. While working as a secretary for the Dupont Company, she met a handsome ceramic engineer, whom she would marry. They moved to Bristol to raise a family. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Survivors include two sons, John Braddock of Bristol Tennessee and Richard Braddock of Bend, Ore.; four grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. The funeral service for Mrs. Braddock will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 21, 2005, at the graveside in Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday at Akard Funeral Home. Those desiring may send memorials to the Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our Web site at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mrs. Braddock. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from February 19 to February 20, 2005
BRADLEY, Robert James “Bob” BRISTOL, Tenn. – Robert James "Bob" Bradley, 75, died Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, had lived in Bristol for 48 years and was retired from Raytheon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Lucille Smith Bradley and his brother, Norman Bradley. He is survived by his wife, June Bradley; a son, Robbie Bradley and his wife Jean of Elizabethton; two daughters, Karen Cook and her husband Brad of Bristol Tennessee and Sharon Coffman of Knoxville; five grandchildren, Brooke Bentley, Adam Bentley, Madison Cook, Eddie Coffman and Kevin Coffman.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 o'clock Friday evening at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 o'clock Saturday morning in Glenwood Cemetery, with Dr. David Stancil officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph Lambert, Paul F. Cook, Brad Cook, Roy Barrett, Dr. T.J. Leonard, Joe McCracken, Curtis Jones, David Lofty and Arthur Morrison. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mr. Bradley and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 30, 2005
BRANSON, John H. Jr. BRISTOL, Va. – John H. Branson Jr., age 85, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2005, at his daughter's residence. He was born in Bristol Tennessee, a son to the late John Henry Sr. and Nannie Smith Branson. He had spent most of his life in the Bristol and Rural Retreat areas and was a former contractor and minister. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie O'Neal Branson. Survivors include: daughter, Mary Frances Leonard of Bristol Virginia; son, Richard Branson of Pulaski, Va.; grandchildren, Jerry Shipp, Joyce Barger, Bruce Leonard, Barry Branson and Susan Cody; several great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; half-sisters, Lucy Carter of Bristol, Fannie Moats of Florida, and Latisha of Texas.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Roy Branson, Brother Bewley and Brother James Norris officiating. Interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers include: Jerry Shipp, Leslie Leonard, Barry Branson, Phillip Branson, Wayne Burkett, Wayne Barger, Jerry O'Neal and Dennis O'Neal. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net.
Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on April 13, 2005
BRASWELL, Louis BRISTOL, Va. – Louis Braswell, age 81, died Thursday, March 10, 2005, in Select Specialty Hospital. Mr. Braswell was a native of Newland, N.C., having made his home in the Bristol area for most of his life. He was a retired machinist from the Raytheon Company. He was a member of the Bristol Country Music Association and the former Bristol React Club. Mr. Braswell was also a member of the United Church of God, where he served as a song leader. Mr. Braswell was preceded in death by two sons, Danny and Wendell, and two brothers, Matt and Delma. Survivors include his wife, Pauline Gantt Braswell; three daughters, Ramona Gwyn and her husband David and Becky Greer and her husband Larry, all of Morganton, N.C., and Dorothy Linkous and her husband Doug of Morristown, Tenn.; two sons, Randy Braswell and wife Teresa of Bristol Tennessee, and Mark Braswell and wife Kathy of Jonesborough, Tenn.; and one sister, Leona Moldenhauer of Crossnore, N.C. Also surviving are the following grandchildren: Chad Braswell, Travis Braswell, Gregory Braswell and wife Heather, Mike Braswell, Chris Braswell, Monica Hinceman and husband Todd, Christy Kirk and husband Chad, Byron Gwyn and wife Joy, Brandy Bourne, Jared Bourne, Heather Greer, Miranda Horne and husband Tim, Jacqui Braswell, Zach Linkous, Andrew Linkous, Eric Linkous, and Isaiah Linkous; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, in Akard Funeral Home Chapel, with Minister David Dobson officiating. Entombment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Saturday, prior to the service in Akard Funeral Home Chapel. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family of Mr. Braswell by visiting our Website at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Braswell. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 11, 2005
BRANHAM, Elvera Foran Lowe BRISTOL, Va. – Elvera Foran Lowe Branham, age 75, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was a native and lifelong resident of Bristol Virginia and was the daughter of the late Malcolm C. and Sarah Tolliver Foran. She was a member of Temple Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two infant sisters, Evelyn Joyce and Iletis Noagail Foran, and a brother, James M. Foran. Survivors include three sons, Charles A. Lowe and wife Nancy and Larry D. Lowe, all of Bristol Virginia, and Randall M. Lowe and wife Melissa, Bristol Tennessee; one brother, Sherrill A. Foran and wife Linda of Bristol Virginia; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, in the Temple Free Will Baptist Church, with Rev. Wallace Amos and Brother Brad Davis officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church, prior to the service. The committal service and interment will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Mountain View Cemetery.
E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Elvera Branham. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on October 10, 2005
BRAY, Kenneth William BLOUNTVILLE – Kenneth William Bray, age 83, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the late Ballard and Stella Bryant Bray, and was retired from Tipton Construction Company. Survivors include wife, Marie Callahan Bray; daughters, Reva Kay Nelson of Blountville and Judy Bray of Clinchport, Va.; sons, Kenneth Darrell Bray of Blountville, Terry Dean Bray of Bristol Tennessee and Chris J. Bray of Blountville; sisters, Mattie Lou Holly of Florida and Mary Jane "Toots" Phillips of Bristol Tennessee; brother, Deward "Candy" Bray of Clinchport, Va.; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Glenwood Cemetery, with Rev. Paul Brown officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff at Dr. Green's pc. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on February 11, 2005
BRENT, Betty J. BLUFF CITY – Betty J. Brent, age 64, of 640 Morrell Creek Lane, died Saturday March 5, 2005, at her residence. She was a native of Bristol Virginia and daughter of the late William and Katherine Brent. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Lena Sproles. Survivors include her brothers, Bill and wife Brenda Brent, Bluff City, Sgt. Major (Ret.) Gary Brent and wife Bethany, Achilles, Va., Ronnie Brent and wife Carol, Bluff City, Dennis Brent, Bristol Tennessee, and Mark Brent of Bristol Virginia; nephew, Gary Duffy Brent and wife Veta, Bristol Tennessee; and special friend, Betty Jo Brent, Bristol Tennessee. Also surviving are one nephew and two nieces. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday in Susong Cemetery, with Minister Ken Kehrer officiating. A procession will leave the funeral home Monday at 10:45 a.m. The family would like to offer a special thanks to the staff of Wellmont Hospice. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 6, 2005
BREWER, Johnny L. BLUFF CITY – Johnny L. Brewer, age 54, of 965 Pleasant Grove Road, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2005, at his residence. He was born Nov. 4, 1950, in Bristol Virginia, to the late Ronel W. and Jane Louise Nelson Brewer, and has lived his life in the Bristol area. He attended the West Hills Christian Church and was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Brewer. He is survived by: mother, Louise Nelson Brewer; sons, Jason Brewer and Adam Brewer; one granddaughter; sisters, Martha Brewer and husband Oscar Lewis, Cathy Sellars and husband Dozier and Karen Worley; brothers, Ronald Dale Brewer and wife Mary Lou, David Brewer and wife Carol and Wesley Brewer and wife Robin; several nieces and nephews; and special aunt and uncle, Alice and Roy Fleenor. A memorial services will be held 6 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Minister Gary Knapp officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net.
Published in Bristol Herald Courier on May 20, 2005
BRINK, Gary I. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Gary I Brink, 63, went to be with Jesus Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Bill Addison. He was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and a retired employee of Tennessee Eastman. He was an U.S. Army veteran and a member of Faith Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Eda M. Brink; one daughter, Sherri Hopkins of Bristol Tennessee; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, with Pastor Wayne Lambert officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Brink. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 24, 2005
BROOKS, Ernest Edgar BRISTOL, Tenn. – Ernest Edgar Brooks, age 80, of 125 Webb Court, passed away Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at his residence. Mr. Brooks was born June 21, 1925, in Mountain City, Tenn., a son of the late Eck and Blanche Watson Brooks. He had lived in the greater Bristol area all his life, where he was retired from the Bristol Herald Courier and attended Valley Pike Presbyterian Church. Mr. Brooks was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and belonged to the VFW Patton Crosswhite Post 6945. Survivors include his wife, Helen Wilson Brooks; daughter, Patricia Gail Brooks; son, Lewis E. Brooks and wife Deanna; sister, Mary Hazel Hensley; and one grandson, Evan Rice. The funeral service for Mr. Brooks will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at the graveside in Glenwood Cemetery, with Dr. Bill Goforth officiating. There will be no public visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Valley Pike Presbyterian Church, 2109 Carolina Ave., Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be registered by visiting www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from October 24 to October 25, 2005
BROOME, Oscar Gray “Buddy” Jr. BRISTOL, Va. – Oscar Gray "Buddy" Broome Jr., 69, graduated from this life on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2005, at Wellmont Hospice House after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Kingsport on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 1936, the son of the late Oscar Gray and Blanche Virginia Stitt Broome. He was a graduate of Bristol Tennessee High School, where he was a member of the football team. He received a master's degree from Goddard College in Plainfield, Vt. After serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, he was employed by Raytheon Company of Bristol and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. He served 34 years with the Bristol Virginia Police Department, retiring as chief of police in 1993. He was a member of the Pompano Beach Florida Police Department for a short time in 1967. He was a member of the Bristol Virginia School Board for more than seven years, serving as chairman for five terms and vice chairman for one term. He was an adjunct instructor at two Virginia community colleges, served as director of the former Bristol Virginia Police Training School and had served as chairman of the Southwest Law Enforcement Academy. He was a past president of the Virginia State Crime Clinic and the Tri-State Crime Clinic. He was also a former Boy Scoutmaster and Explorer advisor and served on various public service boards and committees. He was a member of Highlands Fellowship Church in Abingdon. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Mary Jane Gilmer Broome; daughter, Barbara Broome Cable and husband Bart of Chandler, Ariz.; sons, Douglas Allan Broome and Michael Gray Broome and wife Dana, all of Bristol Virginia; sister, Joan Broome Zeller of Cape Canaveral, Fla.; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. A service celebrating the life of Mr. Broome will be conducted at 3:30 Sunday afternoon, Nov. 27, 2005, at Highlands Fellowship Church, 22417 Watauga Road in Abingdon, with Pastor Jimmie Davidson, Dr. Harry W. Gilmer and Pastor Danny Montgomery officiating. A reception and visitation will follow the service at the church. There will be no formal visitation at the funeral home. The committal service and interment will be held at 11 o'clock Monday morning, Nov. 28, 2005, in Glenwood Cemetery. Police rites will be presented at the graveside by the Bristol Virginia Police Department Honor Guard. Honorary pallbearers will be C.W. "Pete" Booher, Tom Odell, Cathy Montgomery. Mary Dell Canter, Nancy Sluder, Jimmy Fleenor, Lou Jett, Eddie Barnes, Jackie Thurston, Marty Helton, Johnny Lowry, Sam Leonard, Ann Rector, Jack Weisenburger, Maurice Whittamore, Don Whittamore, Kyle Cooper, Ken Cooper, Joe Stitt, Jimmy Lane, Bill Stitt, J.C. Bolling, Dennis Arnold, Rev. Charles Taylor, Bill Edmonds, James Russell, Paul Davidson, Elmer Cross, George Nave, Gordon Frantz, Dr. Sarfraz Zaidi, Dr. Rebecca Weingart, Dr. Fred Knickerbocker, Dr. Joe Kurre, Dr. Sue Prill, Dr. John Fincher, Dr. Shannon Finch, Dr. Andrew Kammell and members of the Bristol Virginia Police Department and Bristol Virginia Fire Department, Bristol Virginia Sheriff's Office, Bristol Virginia City employees, Bristol Tennessee Police Department and Bristol Tennessee Fire Department. The family wishes to thank all the nurses and staff of Wellmont Hospice. An extra special thank you goes to hospice nurse Cathy Montgomery, who is like a daughter to the family. Cathy was an inspiration to Oscar during his illness. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to American Diabetes Association, 1701 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA 23111; the American Heart Association, 208 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN 37604; the Bristol Cancer Association, 1255 W. State St., Bristol, VA 24201; and Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mr. Broome and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home and Crematory, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 25, 2005
BROWN, Billy E. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Billy E. Brown, age 79, of 1319 Anderson St., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in LaGrange, Ga., a son of the late Bernice Brown and Mary Fowler Smith. He had spent the last 35 years in the Bristol area and was a self-employed carpenter and plumber. Mr. Brown was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bristol. Survivors include wife of 50 years, Christine McFarlane Brown; children, Debbie Mitchell and husband Gary, Vanessa D. Dedmon and husband Allen R., Tim Brown and Mike Brown; stepchildren, Barbara Kilgore, Beckie Street and husband Jim and David Kilgore and wife Kathy; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Chester Brown; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. David Stancil officiating. Pallbearers will be Allen Dedmon, Tony Rodefer, Nathan Harkleroad, Jessie Hall, Nathan Hall and Preston Deal. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 23, 2005
BROWN, Pvt. Earnest Eugene Funeral services for Pvt. Earnest Eugene Brown will be conducted 8 p.m. Tuesday in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Tommy Tester officiating. Graveside services, with military honors conducted by Fort Lee Virginia Honor Color Guard, will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday in Sharrett Cemetery. Support groups include Rolling Thunder, VFW Post 6975, DAV Chapter 40 and Highlands Fellowship Honor Color Guard. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Weaver Funeral Home. A funeral procession will leave the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Pvt. Earnest Eugene Brown, age 31, died in Elsenborn, Belgium, on Jan. 16, 1945. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from June 13 to June 14, 2005
BROWN, Malachi O. Mr. Malachi O. Brown Jr., 52, departed this life early Saturday morning, Sept. 3, 2005, at Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, after a brief illness. He was a native of Bristol Tennessee. Mr. Brown was predeceased by his parents, the late Rev. Malachi O. Brown Sr. and Mrs. Viola V. Brown and one sister, Mrs. Linda E. Rolland. Survivors include three daughters, Ms. Avis Gudger, Lithonia Springs, Ga., Ms. Eurque Hatcher, Lithonia, Ga., and Ms. Laitopia Brown, Washington, D.C.; two sons, Mr. Malachi O Brown III, Washington, D.C., and Mr. Quinton Hatcher, Bristol Tennessee; two grandchildren, N'deeyah Hatcher and De' Malachi Hatcher; two aunts, Mrs. Evelyn Graham and Mrs. Hattye B. Broady, both of Bristol Tennessee; and several nieces and nephews and a host of cousins. Mr. Brown was a member of Harris Anderson A.M.E. Zion Church, Bristol Virginia, a graduate of Tennessee High School, Bristol Tennessee, and was employed by the Trinity Welding Co. in Georgia. Funeral services will be conducted at Harris Anderson A.M.E. Zion Church, Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2005, at noon, with the Rev. Todd French, the Rev. William J. Reid, Dr. Rev. W.A. Johnson and the Rev. Leroy Blair officiating. Interment will follow High Point Cemetery, Abingdon. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to the hour of service. Pallbearers will be Mr. Joseph Sanders, Mr. Dietrich Adetayo, Mr. Quinton Hatcher, Mr. Troy Graham, Mr. Oadis W. White III and Mr. Kenneth Parks. Mr. Malachi O. Brown Jr. and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Service, Inc. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 4 to September 7, 2005
BROWN, Manuel Jr. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Mr. Manuel Brown Jr., 57, of 155 Springdale Road, departed this life early Friday morning, Aug. 5, 2005, at his residence after a brief illness. Mr. Brown was a lifelong resident of Bristol and a member of the Lee Street Baptist Church, singing in the senior and gospel choirs. He retired after 20 years of service from the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Brown Sr. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary E. Brown of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Dorthea Fersner, Bristol Tennessee, and Ms. Mona Brown, Bristol Tennessee; one son, Maurice Gudger, Bristol Tennessee; 16 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. LaVerne (Joe) Sanders, Bristol Virginia, and Mrs. Martha Hall (Richard), Oklahoma; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Online condolences may be sent via e-mail to the family at robinsonfuneralservice@juno.com. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2005, at Lee Street Baptist Church, with service at noon. Rev. W.A. Johnson will officiate. Robinson Funeral Service Inc. is serving the Brown family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from August 7 to August 9, 2005
BROWN, Mary Steffey WATAUGA, Tenn. – Mary Steffey Brown, 70, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2005. She was born in Glade Spring, to the late William C. and Sarah Elizabeth Widener Steffey, and had lived in Bristol since 1953. She was a housewife and a member of Bluff City Baptist Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Jerry N. Brown; her son, Larry Brown and his wife Nell of Watauga; her sisters, Dora Willis, Susie Robbins and Martha Barr, all of Bluff City; a brother, Hammon Steffey of Bluff City; a granddaughter, Lori Brown; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 12 until 1:45 Tuesday afternoon at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, with the funeral service to follow at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Joe Blankenship will officiate. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be deacons of Bluff City Baptist Church. The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Julia Dunn and the staff of I.C.U. at Johnson City Medical Center. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mrs. Brown and her family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 29, 2005
BROWN, Patricia Ann BRISTOL, Va. – Patricia Ann Brown, age 36, passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Dec. 5, 2005. She was born June 5, 1969, in Bristol Tennessee to Bill Brown Sr. and Judy Carroll Tolbert. She made her home in the Bristol area all of her life and was employed at Home Pride. Survivors include mother, Judy Tolbert; father and stepmother, Bill Brown Sr. and Pam Brown; brother, Billy Brown Jr.; nephew, Ryan Brown; half-brother, Jody Brown; stepbrother, Danny Jones; and aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005, in Weaver Funeral Home Chapel at 8 p.m., with the Rev. Dennis Burnette officiating. Graveside services will be held Friday, Dec. 9, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Susong Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 6-8 p.m. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from December 6 to December 7, 2005
BROWN, Peggy Chambers RICHMOND – Peggy Chambers Brown, age 88, formerly of Damascus, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2005, at Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Richmond. She was a native of Bristol Tennessee and had lived in Damascus for most of her adult life, before moving to Richmond to live with her daughter. She was the daughter of the late John B. Chambers and Huldah Henninger Chambers. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband, William Paul Brown, and two sisters, Sue C. Rogers and Virginia C. Lindsey. She was a member of the Damascus United Methodist Church and attended Trinity United Methodist Church after moving to Richmond. She is survived by one daughter, Carolyn Brown Bush and her husband Norman of Richmond; one grandson, Jason Bush and his wife Rebecca of Winston- Salem, N.C.; one granddaughter, Jennifer Michelle Bush of Richmond; three nephews, Thomas King Rogers Jr. and his wife Peggy of Bristol Tennessee, Dr. J. William Rogers and his wife June of Winston Salem and Jerry Lee Lindsey and his wife Brenda of Richmond; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. The funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, 2005, in the Damascus United Methodist Church, with Rev. Jane Ayers officiating. The committal service and interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Thomas King Rogers III, Timothy Brown, Jack Stout, Hunter Faris, Paul Lethcoe and John Henderson. Honorary pallbearers: Paschal Grindstaff, Lawrence Lewis and David Cline. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be sent to the Damascus United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 358, Damascus, VA 24236. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2005, at Garrett Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family and a memorial video tribute may be viewed at www.garrettfuneralhome.com. Mrs. Brown and her family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, telephone (276) 475-3631. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 28, 2005
BROWN, Ruby C. BLUFF CITY – Ruby C. Brown, age 79, died Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2005, at Bristol NCH.
A native of Sullivan County, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Essie Marion Cagle. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Bluff City. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Parks, Marion, Roy and Allen. Survivors include a son, Dennis, of Bluff City; a brother, Worley "Chuck" Cagle, of Florida; two sisters, Girlie Gouge and Gladys Robinette, both of Blountville; a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Cagle, of Bluff City; and several nieces and nephews also survive. The graveside service will be conducted at 2:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2005, at Glenwood Cemetery, with Rev. Scott Watson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Friday, in the Chapel of Tetrick Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family through our Web site at www.tetrickfuneralhome.com. Tetrick Funeral Home-Bluff City Chapel, 423-538-7131 Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 1 to September 2, 2005
BROWN, Tim A. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Tim A. Brown, age 51, passed away Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a lifelong resident of Bristol and an employee of Bristol Tennessee Filtration Plant for over 14 years. He was co-owner of Metro Vending of the Tri-Cities before his illness. Tim loved cooking, boating and time spent at Laurel Marina on South Holston Lake with his family and many lake friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nettie Hicks Harrison. Survivors include his wife, Hazel McCracken Brown; two daughters, Dr. Stephanie Smith of Knoxville, Tenn., and Candace McNutt and husband Chad, of Kingsport; a son, Christopher Brown and wife Marla, of Blountville; his father, Jack A. Brown of Bristol Tennessee; one brother, David M. Brown and wife Nancy, of Bluff City; four grandchildren; and one niece. The funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005, in the Glenwood Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel with Dr. Doug Fountain officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Sonny Walls, Tom Pulliam, Rufus Ryan, David Williams, Paul Cook, Ron Williams, Jackie Sorah and Butch Cooper. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday at Akard Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our Website at www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 West State St., Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Brown. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from January 3 to January 4, 2005
BRUHIN, Robert A. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Robert A. Bruhin, age 80, of 1553 Vance Drive, went to be with the Lord Friday, Sept. 16, 2005, in Wilmington, N.C. Mr. Bruhin was a native of Knoxville but had spent most of his life in the Bristol area. He was a retired employee of Reynolds Metals and a member of Tennessee Avenue Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during World War II. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Edna Monroe Bruhin. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Patty and Robert Horne of Wilmington; and two grandsons, Robert W. Horne and David Trivett. Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, 2005, in the Glenwood Cemetery, with Brother Joe Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Sunday at the Weaver Funeral Home. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.com. Weaver Funeral home is serving the family of Mr. Bruhin. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on September 18, 2005
BROWNING, Larry D. BRISTOL – Larry D. Browning, 54, died Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, while on a golf trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C. He was born in Logan, W.Va., and had lived in Bristol for the past 23 years. He was a member of Garden Creek Baptist Church in Buchanan County, Va., was an avid golfer and golf instructor and had been employed by the Trayer family for many years. He is survived by five brothers, Donald Browning and his wife Linda of Gaffney, S.C., Carnie Browning Jr. and his wife Teri of Flint, Mich., Ricky C. Browning and his wife Pam of Abingdon, Gregory A. "Bird" Browning and his wife Stacey of Bristol and Charles P. "Chuck" Browning and his wife Tema of Kingsport; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carnie H. and Shirley Burgess Browning, and a sister, Lisa Ann Browning. Larry's life will be celebrated at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, Oct. 22, 2005, in the Paul Cook Memorial Chapel of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, with Rev. Dr. Paul Hamilton Fuller IV officiating. Condolences and memories may be sent to the family by visiting www.oakley-cook.com. Mr. Browning and his family are in the care of Oakley-Cook Funeral Home and Crematory, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, Tenn.; (423) 764-7123. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on October 16, 2005
BUCHANAN, Margaret "Bud" Bonham, age 87, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2005, at her residence.
She was a native and lifelong resident of Bristol. She attended Virginia Intermont College and was a member of Virginia Parrish Study Club. Mrs. Buchanan was a member of First Presbyterian Church for 76 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Preston Littleton Buchanan, infant daughter, Ellen, son, L/CPC Charles Buchanan, and daughter Rachel Buchanan. Survivors include one daughter, Mary Agnes Pratt and husband Henry of Hilton Head Island, S.C.; one sister, Mary Jane McGuire of Rockingham, N.C.; one grandson, Henry G. (Skip) Pratt IV and wife Virginia; and great-grandson, John Preston Pratt, all of Bluffton, S.C.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2005, at First Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Gordon Turnbull officiating. Burial will follow in Shelby Hills Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mack Blevins, James Cole, Bill Buchanan Jr., Tim Buchanan, Ben Buchanan, Fred Stevenhagen, Erik Stevenhagen, Michael Stevenhagen and Dr. Tim Schwob. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Buchanan Sr. and John Gibson. The family will receive friends from 1–2 p.m., prior to the service at the church. E-mail condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.akardfuneralhome.com. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, Tenn., is serving the family of Mrs. Buchanan. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from March 14 to March 15, 2005
BUCKLES, Dale KINGSPORT – Dale Buckles, 68, died Saturday, Dec. 17, 2005, at his home. He retired from IBM and worked for Tele-Optics for several years. Mr. Buckles was an active member of Mafair United Methodist Church and Kingsport Civitan Evening Club. He was preceded in death by a son, Gregory Alan Buckles; his parents, Dewey and Mildred Buckles; and a brother, Donald Buckles. Surviving are his wife, Pat Buckles; a daughter, Leslie Buckles Ponder and husband John; grandson, Joseph Dale Ponder, Tega Cay, S.C.; and a son, Will Buckles, Raleigh, N.C. He is also survived by two nieces, Carol Currie and Patty Genetin; a nephew, Merrell Buckles, all of Akron, Ohio; and many cousins. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mafair United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Ralph Kidd and the Rev. Don Nation officiating. Burial will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park, with Dr. John Bardsley officiating. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Mafair United Methodist Church, 1409 East Center St., Kingsport, TN 37664. Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to send e-mail condolences to the Buckles family. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on December 18, 2005
BUFF, Randall Allen “Randy” BRISTOL, Tenn. – Randall "Randy" Allen Buff, age 37, of 243 Basham Hill Road, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, in the Bristol Regional Medical Center. Mr. Buff was born on Aug. 4, 1967, in Burke County, N.C., to Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. and Linda Holman Buff. He had lived most of his life in the Bristol area, was an employee of Seaman Corporation and was a member of the Volunteer Baptist Church. He loved hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by both maternal grandparents, Robert Lester and Sadie Winebarger Buff; paternal grandparents, Howard William and Elsie Starnes Holman; father-in-law, Thomas "Tommy" Carl Harkleroad; mother-in-law, Sharon Godsey Ledford; and stepfather-in-law, Max Franklin Ledford. Mr. Buff is survived by his wife, Tina Harkleroad Buff; one son, Anthony Glen Buff; his parents, Walter W. and Linda Holman Buff of Hickory, N.C.; two sisters, Wendy Dawn Buff of Hickory, N.C., and Lisa Buff Frye; one brother-in-law, Bruce Edwin Frye; one niece, Mandy Leann Pope; one nephew, Jordan Christopher Frye; two stepnephews, Matthew Nicholson Frye and Bruce Edwin Frye Jr., all of Connelly Springs, N.C.; two stepbrothers-in-law, Jerry Ledford and Chris Ledford, both of Lawndale, N.C.; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside service will be held Saturday, Feb. 12, 2005, at noon in the Campground Cemetery, with the Rev. Eric Godfrey and Bishop Dennis Pitts officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Baines, family and friends. Procession will leave the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. for graveside service. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Tina Buff, 243 Basham Hill Road, Bristol, TN 37620. Online condolences may be sent at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from February 10 to February 11, 2005
BULLINS, Alfred Rex BLUFF CITY – Alfred Rex Bullins, age 75, of 456 Hayes Road Extension, passed away on Friday, Sept. 23, 2005, at the Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. Alfred was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area and was a retired employee of Abingdon Septic Tank Service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and attended Cornerstone Baptist Church. Mr. Bullins was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Hayes, father, Coy Bullins, and sisters, Mable Morrell and Barbara Simcox. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Keeling Bullins; daughter, Wanda Jenkins and husband Gary; sons, Rex Bullins Jr., Jack Bullins, Dean Bullins and Lonnie Bullins; grandchildren, Kenny Bullins and Billy and Kim Jenkins; great-grandchildren, Paige and Faith Jenkins; and sisters, Mildred Tootsie Allison and Lucille Smith. A memorial service for Mr. Bullins will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 26, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Gary Rowlette officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 to 5:45 p.m. prior to the service. Online condolences may be registered by visiting www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from September 25 to September 26, 2005
BULLOCK, Stephen A. died Dec. 25, 2004 at the Joyce Goldenberg Hospice House in Pensacola, Florida, of cancer. He was 55 years old. Born March 23, 1949, in Elizabethton, Tenn., he was a son of the late Robert L. and Susan Farthing Bullock. Mr. Bullock received his master's degree in environmental science from East Tennessee State University and, after many years of service in the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, had recently retired. He is survived by his brother, Gary A. Bullock of Hollywood, Calif.; his companion, Linda Allison; and a wealth of relatives, dear friends and colleagues, who will miss him very much.
Online condolences may be sent to the family through the Tetrick website at www.tetrickfuneralhome.com. Courtesy of Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton. 423-542-2232. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on January 4, 2005
BURNS, James A. Sr. BRISTOL, Tenn. – James A. Burns Sr., age 83, of 113 Ash St., passed away Friday, Nov. 25, 2005, at his home. He was born April 11, 1922, in Pennsylvania. He made his home in Bristol Tennessee for the past 29 years and was of the Jehovah’s Witness faith. Survivors include daughter, Karen O'Neal and husband Paul; sons, Arthur Burns and wife Judy, James Burns Jr. and wife Bev; stepdaughter, Louise Margolina; grandchildren, Robbie O'Neal and wife Marisa, Mike Breuninger (Burns), Michelle Burns (Minor), Tara O'Neal, Jamie Burns and Kim Holbrook; great-grandchildren, Briana O'Neal, Dalton O'Neal, Alex O'Neal, Emily O'Neal, Ashlee Minor, Christopher Holbrook and Trent Rogers; very special friend, Bill Ross.
Funeral services will be held Monday, Nov. 28, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Glenwood Mausoleum Chapel, with Bill Ross and Ron Yelle officiating. The family will receive friends from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Weaver Funeral Home, and other times at the home of Paul and Karen O'Neal at 441 Springfield Drive, Bristol, Tenn., or contact 878-5600.
Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on November 27, 2005
BURR, Barbara A. Stone BLOUNTVILLE – Barbara A. Stone Burr, age 64, of 3107 Island Road, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 23, 2005, in the Holston Valley Medical Center. She was born in Keene, N.H., July 27, 1940, the daughter of the late Richard and Pauline Richards Stone, and moved to the Blountville area 23 years ago from Massachusetts. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker and was a woman of great faith. Mrs. Burr loved to write poetry and was a great artist. She was preceded in death by a sister, Cheryl Stone. She is survived by her husband, Robert G. "Bob" Burr; daughter, Tonya Porter and husband Jim; grandchildren, Jennifer Porter and Kristopher Porter; great-grandson, Jonathan Porter; stepfather and stepmother, Reginald and Muriel Descoteau; brother, Richard Stone Jr., Kenny Stone, Brad Stone and Randy Stone; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, March 28, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Deacon Harry Hall officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. The family will receive friends 3 to 5:45 p.m. Monday in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from March 25 to March 27, 2005
BYINGTON, Lawrence L. KINGSPORT – Lawrence L. Byington, age 80, went to be with the Lord Sunday evening after a period of declining health. He was born in Russell County, Va., and has resided in the Kingsport area for the past 53 years. Mr. Byington was a member of Lynn Garden Baptist Church, where he had served as deacon. He retired from Ball Brothers Furniture after 20 years of service. The family would like to say a special "thank you" to Adventa Hospice and their staff, and also to the nurses at Brookhaven. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Beatrice Byington; and a sister, Adeline Caudell. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Velma Cumbow Byington; a daughter, Deborah Lawson and husband Kenny of Kingsport; one granddaughter, Audra Lawson of Kingsport; one grandson, Kenny Lawson Jr. of Greeneville, Tenn.; a very special first cousin, Walter Porter; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the Oak Hill Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 29, 2005, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted in the funeral home chapel at 7 p.m., with Rev. Carl Strickler officiating. Graveside services will be in Oak Hill Memorial Park on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Lynn Garden Baptist Church, 301 May Ave., Kingsport, TN 37660.
Online condolences may be sent to the Byington family at oakhill@stei.com. The staff of Oak Hill Funeral Home is serving the family of Mr. Byington. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on March 30, 2005
CAMPBELL, Rev. C. Richard “Dick” BRISTOL, Tenn. – The funeral service for Rev. C. Richard "Dick" Campbell will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2005, at Euclid Avenue Baptist Church, 900 Euclid Ave., Bristol, VA, with Rev. Paul Ross, Rev. "Buck" Hanson, Rev. Campbell Kiser, Rev. Darrell Martin, Rev. Mike Mangrum, Rev. Luke Hodge, Dr. W.A. Johnson, Rev. Lester Sexton, Dr. Donald Paxton and Rev. Brooke Ballard officiating. The committal service and interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, with full military rites furnished by the Honor Guard from Fort Lee, Va. Pallbearers will be cousins, Max Campbell, Jim Campbell, Paul Jessee, Ted Campbell, Billy Campbell, Mike Campbell, Bill Thomas, Charles W. Dorton Jr., Roger Harrison, Bobby Harrison, Larry Harrison, Jeff Harrison, Ronnie Meade, David Meade and William R. Dorton III and Danny Dorton. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews, James R. "Robbie" Campbell Jr., Donald L. "Donnie" Campbell Jr., Joseph F. "Joey" Campbell Jr., Clarence R. "Richie" Campbell, Brian S. Campbell, Jameson C. Moncrief, Gary Mitchell, Craig Boyd, John Barnes, Anthony "Tony" Mitchell, David McNally, Andrew McNally, Brant Biggs, Benjamin Goad, Brian Trivett, Barry Trivett, Timothy Hensley, Billy Wise, John Coulter and Lucas Bates. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 205 W. Main St., Suite 23, Johnson City, TN 37604. The family invites friends and family to gather after the funeral and burial for potluck fellowship dinner at Campbell Car Mart, 14364 Lee Highway, Bristol, Va. E-mail condolences for the family may be sent at akardfh@akardfuneralhome.com. Rev. C. Richard "Dick" Campbell, age 77, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, May 3, 2005, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born in Russell County, Va. Dick was a retired U.S. Army colonel and was serving as a brigadier general in the Tennessee Defense Force. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Erma Ruth and Clarence C. "Pat" Campbell; two brothers, Joseph F. Campbell and W. Henry Campbell and his first wife, Martha M. Campbell.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra R. Campbell; one son, C. Richard Campbell Jr. of Bristol Tennessee; two stepsons and one daughter-in-law, John A. Dutton of Bristol Tennessee, and Dennis R. and Dr. Stephanie Dutton of Louisville, Ky.; two stepdaughters and sons-in-law, Suzan E. Moore and Scott W. Mullins of Nora, Va., and Ginger D. and Henry Gardner of Brumley Gap, Va.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, James R. "Bobby" and Margaret Campbell of Lebanon and Donald L. and Jeanie Campbell of Abingdon; one sister and brother-in-law, Gaye Ruth and James "Jim" Moncrief of Bristol Virginia; two sisters-in-law, Darcella S. Campbell of Bristol Virginia, and Betty G. Campbell of Castlewood; and three aunts, Geneva Campbell of Lebanon, Pearl Meade of Bristol Virginia, and Rosaline Dorton of Tazewell, Va.; five grandchildren, Adam and Andrea Rodefer of Bristol Tennessee, and Desiree', Derek and Grace Dutton of Louisville; and many nieces and nephews. Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN 37620 (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Campbell. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from May 5 to May 7, 2005
CAMPBELL, Rev. Howard, pastor of the Rooty Branch Freewill Baptist Church for more than 30 years, realized his long-awaited dream of fulfilling one of his favorite scriptures, II Corinthians 5:8 "to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord." Rev. Campbell passed from this life Tuesday night, June 14, 2005, at his residence. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was retired from the City of Bristol Tennessee. He had worked for many years at Tipton Construction and Penley Construction Company. He also worked many years as an owner/operator of Campbell Construction in the Holston Valley area. He had been a member of the Rooty Branch Church for nearly 50 years and, in addition to serving as pastor, was a trustee and former deacon and teen Sunday School teacher. He was a member of the John Wheeler Association of Freewill Baptist. He was a native of Shady Valley, Tenn., and the son of the late Wilder Campbell and Martha "Granny" Gragg Campbell Garland and Arvil Garland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Virgie Howington Campbell, and two sisters, Aileen Pruitt and Margarett Garland. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Baumgardner Campbell; daughter, Pat Snyder and husband Charlie; son, Rick Campbell and wife Gay, Donald "Kip" Baumgardner, Lance Baumgardner, Aaron Baumgardner and Spencer Baumgardner; granddaughters, Angela Snyder Davis (Hank), Leigh Ann Campbell Kegley (Brad) and Jordan Baumgardner; grandsons, Richie Campbell (Leslie), Adam Snyder (fiancée Angel), Trey Baumgardner, Cody Baumgardner, Seth Baumgardner, Zachary Baumgardner, Ian Baumgardner and Isaac Baumgardner; two great-grandchildren, Clay Davis and Isabella Davis; brother, Blaine Campbell and wife Sue; one aunt, Mrs. Ruth Sells; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his church family, who loved him deeply. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Rooty Branch Freewill Baptist Church, with Minister Gary Rowlette officiating, assisted by Ministers Jack Sprinkle and Woodrow Morrell. Interment will follow in the Rooty Branch Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the men of Rooty Branch Church and Bert Watson. Honorary pallbearers include: all area ministers, ministers of the John Wheeler Association, Rev. Kyle French, Rev. David Nietch and Rev. Herman Kress. The family would like to say a special thanks to Dr. Fred Greear Jr., Nurse Tammy Wolfe and the staff of Bristol Medical Associates, Nurse Cathy Montgomery, with Wellmont Hospice, and all area church families. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-9 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rooty Branch Church Youth Fund; or to Wellmont Hospice. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Published in Bristol Herald Courier on June 16, 2005
CAMPER, Ronald L. BRISTOL, Tenn. – Ronald L. Camper, age 58, went to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, March 2, 2005, at his home. He was born in Bristol Tennessee. to the late John F. and Annie Mae Moody Camper, and had lived his life in the Bristol area. He was a former employee of Kerns Bakery, and was a member of the Beaverview Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Joyce A. Tritt Camper. Also surviving: children, Carmen Nicely and husband Barry and Michael L. Camper Sr.; grandsons, Michael L. Camper Jr. and Zachary Camper; granddaughter, Erin Camper; sisters, Evelyn Nelson, Thelma Ray and husband Kenneth and Carolyn Randolph and husband Gilbert; brother-in-law, David Robbins and wife Carolyn; sister-in-law, Virginia Camper; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 8 p.m. Saturday, March 5, 2005, in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Roy Yelton officiating. The burial will be 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Fund at Beaverview Baptist Church, 139 Beaverview Dr., Bristol, VA 24201. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family www.weaverfuneralhome.net. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home.
Published in Bristol Herald Courier from March 4 to March 5, 2005
CANTER, Allen Lee BRISTOL, Tenn. – Allen Lee Canter, age 40, of 520 Riverview Drive, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 15, 2005, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born in Bristol Tennessee, a son to Marvin and Gladys Widener Canter, and was a lifelong resident of Bristol. He was a member of Ruth Street Church of God. He was a devoted husband, loving father and a loving brother and son. Survivors include wife, Tammy Lee Helbert Canter of Bristol; daughters, Kaila Canter and Destiney Canter of Bristol Tennessee; sons, Stephen Canter and Austin Canter of Bristol Tennessee; parents, Marvin and Gladys Canter of Bristol Tennessee; brother, Mike Canter of Bristol Tennessee; sisters, Margaret (P.J.) Cross of Bristol Tennessee, Betty Jones of Piney Flats and Becky Compton of Bristol Tennessee; several nieces and nephews; two great-nephews; and one great-niece. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Wayne Lambert and Rev. Michael Booker officiating. Interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers include Danny Trivett, Gerald Helbert, Steve Davis, Buddy Trivett, Greg Abner and Junior Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers include Danny Helbert and Mike Canter. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier on August 17, 2005
CANTER, Randy Leon BRISTOL, Va. – Randy Leon Canter, age 55, of 11467 Apple Jack Road, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2005. He was a son of the late Roy Lee and Laura Reed Canter and was a lifelong resident of the Bristol area. He was an employee of Permatile and was the coach for the Permatile softball team. Randy loved fishing, hunting and hunting for arrowheads. He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Powers, and a brother, Douglas Canter. Survivors include sons, Brian Leon Canter, Roy Lee Canter II and wife Ashley, Dave Randy Canter and Kevin Patrick; sisters, Carolyn Powers, Frieda Canter, Beverly Wynegar and Audrey Crouse; brother, Harlan Canter; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 15, 2005, at 2 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Walter Statzer and Pastor Randy Robins officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery. Pallbearers include Dillard Sproles, Jeff Fuller, Steve Roark, Robert Bell, Jeff Hahn, Thomas Peaks, Bill Grogan and Greg McCracken. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Weaver Funeral Home. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Published in Bristol Herald Courier from April 13 to April 14, 2005
