Mary Olive Myers

Mary Olive McElveen Myers, born August 23, 1943, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. Mary’s favorite verse of the Bible to which she held fast until she passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16). She was born and raised in the area of Sumter, SC; Mary became a LPN immediately upon high school graduation. She had an infectious smile, quick, sharp wit and a voracious interest in travel, US history and baseball. Shortly after moving to California, she met and married John Myers with whom she had two special needs sons. Always a fighter and strengthened through her faith, Mary became a fierce advocate and volunteer for those with special needs. A long-term resident of Blount County, Mary continued her service and ministry to her patients, community and her church family. She was a faithful member of Dotson Memorial Baptist Church. She was a resident of Fairpark nursing facility where she continued to be a blessing to others through her card and letter campaigns, as a prayer warrior and generously giving from what little resources she had. She truly is an unforgettable soul! Her only concern was for her son, Harry, living under the life-long care of New Hope Christian Community, to forever know the love and compassion of others through cards and small gifts. Mary’s heartfelt request was for donations to be made to his organization and others to improve the lives of those with special needs. Preceded in death by: Husband, John D. Myers; Son, Johnathan Myers; Father, Harry Miller McElveen; Mother, Sudie McFadden McElveen. Survivors include: Son, Harry Edward Myers; Brother, Harry Miller Myers of SC; Sister, Lyla McElveen of SC. Family will receive friends from 12:00 until 2:00 PM, Friday, November 12, 2021 at Dotson Memorial Baptist Church. Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM. Family and friends will assemble for interment at 3:00 PM, Friday, November 12, 2021 at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mary Olive Myers please visit our Sympathy Store.