George F. Millsaps

George Francis Millsaps age 91 of Maryville, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at home. He never met a stranger and loved everyone. He was a member of the Maryville Church of Christ; a minister for the Lord in Oklahoma for 23 years; a member of Unitia Lodge #295, a licensed auctioneer; Santa Claus for 60 years; served as Blount County School Board Member 1988-1992; Toastmaster for 35 years and a veteran of World War II. He was retired from the Oklahoma Tax Commission holding the title of Deputy Director. Preceded in death by: Parents, Mose & Ida Millsaps; Brothers, Elmer, John and Charles Millsaps; Sister, Mae Millsaps Hatcher. Survivors include: Wife, Delsie Graves Millsaps; Son & Wife, Ralph & Mary Millsaps of Indiana; Step-son & wife, Van & Rene’ Graves of Knoxville; Grandchildren, Craig Millsaps of Georgia, Eric, Erin and Evan Millsaps of Indiana, Matthew and Meredith Graves of Knoxville; several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to June, Fay and Ruth for their help, love and support; also, to Blount Memorial Hospice for their devoted services. Friends may call at their convenience between the hours of 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Wednesday or 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM on Thursday. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 11, 2010 at Smith Trinity Chapel with Dr. Jim Millsaps officiating. Interment will follow at Cold Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Family will receive friends from 12:00 until 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 11, 2010 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of George F. Millsaps please visit our Sympathy Store.