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Hugh Lee Myers

Hugh Lee Myers

Dec 10, 2012

Hugh Lee Myers, age 84, of Walland passed away on Monday, December 10, 2012 surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren following a long and fulfilling life. He was born in Cades Cove on April 21, 1928 to Charlie and Mae Shuler Myers with the help of midwife Polly Harmon and was a great-great-grandson of John Oliver. At age 14...

Clearie Simpson

Clearie Simpson

Dec 9, 2012

Clearie Young Simpson, age 84, our precious and much loved Mother and Grandmother, went to be home with our Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 9, 2012. A life long member of Calvary Baptist Church, Alcoa, Clearie was an avid reader of Christian fiction books. She will always be remembered for her kind spirit, love of life, and for the endless...

Brian E. Thomas

Brian E. Thomas

Dec 9, 2012

Brian E. Thomas age 44 of Maryville passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at his home. Brian has worked at Reeder Chevrolet for over 20 years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Thomas; grandparents, Manuel Thomas and Viola Willocks. Brian is survived by his wife, Christy Thomas; daughter, Kylie Thomas; son, Brady Thomas; father, Roy...

Nell W. Burns

Nell W. Burns

Dec 9, 2012

Nell Wheeler Burns age 98 of Townsend, TN passed away Sunday, December 9, 2012 in Baptist Healthcare Center in Lenoir City. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Townsend. Preceded in death by her husband, James Luther Burns. Sr; parents, Robert B. Wheeler and Ellen Hitch Wheeler; brothers, RB "Pickle" Wheeler, John H. Wheeler, James A. Wheeler, and...

John Daniel Wilcox

John Daniel Wilcox

Dec 9, 2012

John Daniel Wilcox, age 88, of Maryville passed away Sunday, December 9, 2012 at Shannondale of Maryville. John worked at Westinghouse for 35 years. He was a graduate from University of Michigan. Survivors include: Wife of 59 years, Ethel Wilcox; Son & Daughter-in-law, John & Sally Wilcox; Daughter & Son-in-law, Peggy Wilcox & Keith Walkup and Beth & Mark Thompson;...

Virgil L. Dunlap

Virgil L. Dunlap

Dec 8, 2012

Virgil L. Dunlap age 80 of Walland passed away Saturday, December 9, 2012 at his home. Virgil was a member of Keebles Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. He worked at Royal Crown Bottling Company for 33 years, was the owner of Dad's Place in Rockford, and enjoyed helping his boys with their Matco Tools Routes. He was preceded in death by...

Marjorie S. Harbin

Marjorie S. Harbin

Dec 7, 2012

Marjorie S. Harbin age 89 of Maryville passed away on Friday, December 7, 2012 at Asbury Place of Maryville. She was a member of Madison Avenue Baptist Church and enjoyed home and yard work. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, John Harbin; four step-children; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will assemble at 2:30 p.m. Sunday,...

Lorna Hatcher Norwood

Lorna Hatcher Norwood

Dec 4, 2012

Lorna Hatcher Norwood, passed from this life into the arms of God on December 4, 2012. She spent her life caring for others and was a blessing to all who met her. Her devastating loss will be felt by many. Lorna's earthly life transitioned into her spiritual life and she is now reunited with family members who preceded her in...

Estus John Humphrey

Estus John Humphrey

Dec 3, 2012

Estus J. Humphrey age 91 of Maryville passed away Monday, December 03, 2012 at Asbury Place. He was a member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church and retired from General Motors. Preceded in death by: Wife of 70 years, Zollie Holbert Humphrey; Parents, Bige & Josie Humphrey; Sisters, Mollie Graham, Lorene Tipton; Brothers, Earl, Paul, Raymond, Donald Humphrey. Survivors include: Daughters...

Juanita Cordell

Juanita Cordell

Dec 1, 2012

Juanita Wilson Cordell age 86 of Maryville, passed away Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012. She was retired from Asbury Acres Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Carson P. Wilson & William D. Cordell. Survivors: Children, Carolyn Queener, Jim Wilson & wife, Debbie, Connie Green & husband, Tom, Lynn Conner & husband, Jeff; Grandchildren, Jimmy Huddleston & wife,...

Billy Franklin Thompson

Billy Franklin Thompson

Dec 1, 2012

Billy Franklin Thompson age 60 of Maryville, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He enjoyed his1968 Camaro "Old Blue" and spending time with his dogs. He was preceded in death by his father, Hubert Levi Thompson; brothers, Harold & Clarence Thompson. Survivors include his wife, Georgianna Thompson; daughters, Brandi, Angel & Shannia Thompson; grandchildren, Katelyn, Gabby...

Frances Sue Poole

Frances Sue Poole

Nov 30, 2012

Frances Sue Poole, age 72, of Louisville, passed away Friday, November 30, 2012 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Frances attended Immanuel United Methodist Church in Louisville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Louise Thomas; brother, Junior Thomas; sisters, Shirley and Eileen Thomas; daughter, Priscilla Nan Thomas; and grandson, Teddy Leon Hodges Jr. Survivors include...

Nannie Ravenell Snowden

Nannie Ravenell Snowden

Nov 30, 2012

Nannie Ravenell (Betty) Wisecarver Snowden, age 94, of Rockford passed away Friday, November 30, 2012 at Shannondale of Maryville. She was a dedicated member of Stock Creek Baptist Church. She was originally from Greene County and moved to Blount County in 1937. She enjoyed many outdoor activities including fishing with her husband on Tellico River and hiking. She also loved...

Ray James Simpson

Ray James Simpson

Nov 29, 2012

Ray James Simpson was born December 8, 1915 in McMinn County, TN and passed away on November 29, 2012, at the age of 96. A Veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy for nine years. He was retired from Alcoa Aluminum Company with 39 years of service. He was a life long member of Calvary Baptist...

Mildred McLaughlin

Mildred McLaughlin

Nov 28, 2012

Mildred Davis McLaughlin age 93 of Maryville passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at the family home. She was a member of Shiloh Methodist Church and a retired nurse. Preceded in death by: Husband, Thomas McLaughlin. Survivors include: Longtime friend, Dennis Murray; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and interment at 1:00 PM, Monday,...

Bertha M.  Jones

Bertha M. Jones

Nov 28, 2012

Bertha M. Blair Jones age 92 of Greenback, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at the home of her daughter. She attended Unitia Free Holiness Church. Preceded in death by: 1st Husband, Layman Blair; 2nd Husband, Dan Jones; Daughter, Geneva Thompson; several sisters and brothers. Survivors include: Son & Daughter-in-law, James Dean & Priscilla Blair; Daughters & Sons-in-law, Rosalind &...

Myrtle "Nana" Ledbetter

Myrtle "Nana" Ledbetter

Nov 28, 2012

Myrtle "Nana" Dixon Williams Ledbetter, age 92, of Maryville, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 28, 2012. She was a faithful member of Wildwood Baptist Church. She operated Myrtle's Beauty Shop in Wildwood for many years and enjoyed making quilts and sewing for the family. She loved her family, and friends, and cherished being "Nana" to her grandchildren....

Edna Margaret King

Edna Margaret King

Nov 28, 2012

Edna Margaret King age 75 of Maryville, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at Shannondale Nursing Home in Knoxville. She was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church and retired from Alcoa. She was preceded in death by her parents, William & Margaret Shamblin; sister-in-law, Judy Shamblin and brother-in-law, Alan Jordan. Survivors include her daughter & son-in-law, Leanne & Brian...

Joy Jenett Cooper

Joy Jenett Cooper

Nov 25, 2012

Joy Jenett Cooper , age 84 of Maryville, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Red Top Baptist Church. Joy was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyt Cooper; brothers, Ray Buchanan, Oscar Buchanan, and Clyde Buchanan; sister, Donnie Sawyers; father and mother, Eugene and Liddie Buchanan. Survivors include sons and...

Kenneth Blaine Marine, Sr.

Kenneth Blaine Marine, Sr.

Nov 24, 2012

Kenneth Blaine Marine, Sr., 94, passed away Saturday, November 24 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Born January 3, 1918 in Razar, TN, he attended grammar school in Happy Valley and graduated from Lanier High School. He worked for ALCOA and joined the National Guard until called to active duty, seeing combat in Europe during WW II. Kenneth received a B.S. from...

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