Mrs. Mary Sue Bailey Cochran 86, N 3rd Ave Jonesborough, died here Sunday March 15, 1998 following a lengthy illness. She was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late Wesley and Lina Baskett Bailey. Mrs. Cochran was a homemaker. She was a member of Jonesborough United Methodist Church. Mrs. Cochran was also preceded in death by her husband, Hobart M. Cochran in 1991 and one daughter. Survivors include two sons Harold Cochran, Jonesborough and Kendall Cochran, Kingsort ; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor Jonesborough was in charge

Mrs. Wanda Street Dykes, age 78, Gray, formerly of 640 Oakland Road, Telford, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2009, at the Life Care Center in Gray. Mrs. Dykes was a native of Washington County and daughter of the late James D. & Cleo Hensley Street. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dykes was also preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Dykes in 2002. She was a member of Oakland Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Dykes was a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, James E. Dykes and Jeania, Kingsport and Ronald Dykes and wife Janette, Telford; daughter, Deborah J. Deakins and husband, Phillip, Gray; special daughter, Ruth Ward Martin, Jonesborough; ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren; three brothers, J.D. Street and wife Velma, Peoria, IL, Ray Street, Limestone and Dean Street and wife, Carol, Jonesborough; three sisters, Lucille Ayers and husband, Albert, Limestone, Ruth Wise and husband, David, and Amy Collins, all of Jonesborough. Funeral services will be conducted 8:00 pm Sunday, July 5, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Parker Street officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Sunday prior to the service and other times at the home of Phillip & Deborah Deakins. Interment services will be conducted 11:00 am Monday, July 6, 2009, at Oakland Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jim Dykes, Jason Utsman, Wayne Harris, Ronald Dykes, Phil Deakins and Danny Buckingham. Condolences may be sent to the Dykes family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Mrs. Beverly Gray Fann, 47, 902 Ridgecrest Road, Johnson City, died Sunday, June 25, 2000 at Johnson City Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late William Horace and marguerite Carlton Gray. Mrs. Fann was a graduate of Sulphur Springs High School and received her B.S. degree from East Tennessee State University. She was employed by the Washington County School System as a social worker. Mrs. Fann was former president of the Tennessee Association of Social Workers. She was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, David Fann; one daughter, Melissa Ray Garland, Jonesborough, one sister, Susan Gray Cyrus, Leesburg, Fla; one brother, Dale Carlton Gray, Bushnell, Fla., pone stepson Adam Fann, Johnson City and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor was in charge

John H. "Pinky" Ferguson Jr., age 79 of 320 S. Dubuque Street, Iowa City died Wednesday, June 23, 2004 at Iowa City Care and Rehab Center in Iowa City following a long illness No services are planned, cremation services were provided by Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service. Inurnment will take place at Memory Gardens Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be sent for John’s family through our website @www.gayandciha.com. Mr. Ferguson was born December 12, 1924 in Iowa City the son of John and Mary Cecil (Sellers) Ferguson. John graduated from Iowa City City High School in 1943, and served in the United States Army in Patton’s Third Army during World War II. While serving he was wounded at the battle of the Bulge receiving the Purple Heart. Returning to Iowa City John was employed at Noll Motors in the parts department and later for Volkswagen of Iowa City. His family includes a sister, Margaret Anderson of North Liberty; and a brother, Roy M. Ferguson and his wife, Norma of Iowa City, and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, James and Wallace Ferguson. Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service is caring for John’s family and his arrangements

Mrs. Reffie Keys Fitzgerald 86, Jockey Rd., Limestone, died Thurs. June 25, 1998, at Laughlin Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a daughter of the late John Wesley and Julia Ann Sellers Keys. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a member of Clear Springs United Methodist Church. She was also precedd in death by her husband, Eustus L. Fitzgerald in 1991, five brothers and four sisters, including her twin [Effie]. Survivors include two sisters, Willie Cleo McClellan, Johnson City and Charlotte Marie "Dot" Strong, Tusculum; 26 nieces and nephews, Martha Jane Shanks, North Carolina, James F. Keys, Limestone; Robert Lester Keys and Raymond Paul Brown, both of Iowa, Joseph Aaron Keys, Wyoming, John Paul Armstrong and Roger Gail Armstrong, both of Johnson City, Eleanor Ann Boles, Wanda Lea Wilhoit and Wilma Jean Chandley, all of Greeneville, Linda Crawford, Sulphur Springs community, Bobby Dean Strong, Chuckey, Betty Ross Arrowood, North Carolina, Shirley Ann Broyles, Freddie David Keys, Billy Ray Keys and Phillip Aaron Keys, all of Conklin community, Robert Eugene McClellan II, Colonial Heights, community, Joseph Lynn McClellan, Joyce Keys, Limestone, Jerald King Jaynes, Greeneville; Judy Baskett, Greensboro, N.C., Carolyn Bryant, Atlanta, Linda Long, Knoxville and Alfred Jaynes, Asheboro, N.C. several great-nieces and great-nephews ; and sevreral great-great nieces and great-great nephews. Doughty Stevens, Greeneville was in charge

Dorothy Lee “Dot” Ford, 104 Ford St., Gray, passed away Friday, January 30, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was a daughter of the late Florence Phoebe Chandler and Shelby Marvin Ford. She was born and raised and spent all her life in Washington County, TN. In addition to her parents one brother, Stewart Ford, of Gray; and three sisters, Nell Ford, Ethel Jones and Carrie Ford, all of Gray; preceded her in death. She is survived by 4 nephews, Robert “Bud” Ford, Tim Ford and wife, Nava, all of Limestone, Verlin “Bill” Ford and wife, Shirley, and Dean Ford and wife, Madeline, all of Gray. The family will receive friends from 12:30-2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2009, in the Gray Funeral Home Chapel with services to be held at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Gene Lasley officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Graveside services will in the Gray Cemetery, Gray

Kingsport -- Elmer Arthur Ford, 86 Mahlon Dr., died Wed., March 27, 1996 at Indian Path Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Mr. Ford was a Washington County native and had lived in Kingsport most of his life. He was retired from Eastman Chemical Co., where he had worked in the S&M Division for 30 years. Mr. Ford was a charer member of bethany Missionary Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon. He was preceded in death by his parents, James E. and Lula Walker Ford, his stepmother, Sally Ford, two brothers and three sisters. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Lois Mitchell Ford, Kingsport; one daughter, Mrs. Shirley Anderson, Jonesborough; one sister Mrs. Louise Mitchell, kingsport; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Hamlett-Dobson Kingsport was in charge

Edwin Benjamin Fulkerson, 90, of Boones Creek, Johnson City, TN, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at the Johnson City Medical Center following a brief illness. The youngest son of the late Samuel P. and Oma Shipley Fulkerson, he was a native and lifelong resident of Washington County. His sisters, Mary Fulkerson Hall, Lucyle Fulkerson Woodall, and two infant sisters preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Manuel, Phillip and Fred D. Fulkerson. He graduated from Boones Creek High School and Memphis Diesel Engineering School. He was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran, serving from 1942-1945 aboard the U.S.S. Dyson in the South Pacific Theatre. The men of the U.S.S. Dyson were awarded eleven battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation for their service. He retired as General Building Supervisor from the Power and Service Department of Tennessee Eastman Company in 1979 after 38 years of service. He was also a licensed real estate broker, auctioneer and land surveyor in Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina for more than 40 years. He served as state secretary of the Tennessee Auctioneers Association for many years and was named to the TAA Hall of Fame in 1978. He also was a former director of the National Auctioneers Association. In 1982, he founded the U.S.S. Dyson Association and organized reunions around the nation for the next 23 years for the men who served aboard the Dyson during World War II. He was also a member of the Boones Creek Historical Trust, serving as president at the time of his death. He became a Christian as a young man and was a long-time member of the Boones Creek Christian Church, where he had served as elder, deacon and Sunday School teacher. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patsy Hall Fulkerson; and his daughter, Martha Fulkerson Fuller and her husband, Noel, of Kingsport. He is also survived by a granddaughter, Jamie Fuller, and a grandson, Bryan N. Fuller and wife, Jennifer, all of Kingsport; and by his sister, Gladys Fulkerson Hannah, of Bristol. A number of nieces and nephews also survive. Services will be conducted at 3:00 PM Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Boones Creek Christian Church, Exit 38, Interstate 26, Johnson City, with Dick Morris Jr., Associate Pastor, officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday from 1:00 until 3:00 PM at the church. Entombment will follow at Washington County Memory Gardens, Boones Creek. Military rites will be conducted by American Legion Hammond Post #3 and Gate City Post #265. Honorary pallbearers will be Elders and Deacons of Boones Creek Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts may be made to the Boones Creek Christian Church, 305 Christian Church Road, Gray, TN 37615, or to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 3217, Kingsport, TN 37664. Condolences may be made online at www.appalachianfuneralhome.com. Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., is serving the Fulkerson family

Mildred Lane Parker Garst, 75, of Fall Branch, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 8, 2006 after an extended illness. Born in Scott County, VA, she had lived in the Kingsport area for most of her life. She was retired from Burlington Coat Factory after several years of service, where she worked in sales. She was previously a member of Community United Methodist Church for a number of years, before moving to Fall Branch where she became a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Gilbert Parker and her parents, Curtis and Monnie Herron Lane. She is survived by her loving husband, Bobby D. Garst of the home, two daughters, Jeannie Williams and husband Alan of Kingsport and Jo Ann Barrett and husband Pat of Fall Branch. Five grandchildren, Wesley Williams, Eric Williams, Sarah Barker, Matt Barker and Stacey Barrett, brothers, Charles Lane of Texas and L.D. Lane of Blountville and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are from 5-7 PM on Monday April 10, 2006 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Kingsport. Friends may also call anytime at the home Jo Ann Barrett at 126 Maxine Road, Fall Branch, TN. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Monday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Joe Baker officiating. Music will be provided by Danny Garst. Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon on Tuesday at Holston View Cemetery. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 11:55 AM. Condolences may be sent to the family online at cartertrentfh@earthlink.net. Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Kingsport, is in charge of arrangements

Mrs. Pearl Irene Morrow Garst, 86, Pleasant Calley community, Jonesobourgh died Wednesday Feb. 3, 1999 at Asbury Center. Mrs. Garst was a daughter of the late Drury L. and Mabel Brabson Morrow. She was a member of Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren, where she served as a Sunday school teacher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred S. Garst, on Jan. 21, one daughter, one brother and two sisters. Survivors include one daughter, Ann Daggert, Bridgewater, Va; two sons, Larry Wayne Garst, Gray and John L. Garst, Jonesborough; two sisters, Reba Jenkins, Whitesburg and Edyth Rhea, Knoxville; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor was in charge

Mrs. Mary Sue Going, 97, Jonesborough, TN, died Saturday, June 24, 2006, at Wellington Place in Johnson City. She was born in Washington County and was a daughter of the late John Carson and Sarah Ann Crumbley Carson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William C. Going. She was a member and very active in the Sunday School Dept. of the Congress Heights Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Going retired as an inspector for the Civil Service Commission, after which she was employed by the Smithsonian Institution and the Dept. of Army, Non Appropriated Funds Division, where she did personnel work. Surviving: a son Don Going, Alexandria, VA; and a second cousin by marriage, Barbara Carson, Limestone; and a third cousin, Michael B. Carson, Limestone. Graveside services for Mrs. Mary Sue Going will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Monday, June 26, 2006, at Fairview Cemetery with Rev. Bill Ferguson officiating. The family will receive friends at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the graveside service. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. Condolences may be sent to the Going family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Argil Good Jr., 76 Village Lane, Johnson City, died Thurs., Aug. 22, 1996, at NHC HealthCare. He was a Washington County native and a son of the late Argil Good Sr. and Ethel Greene Good. Mr. Good was formerly employed by United Oil Co. He attended Highland Church of Christ. Survivors include one daughter, Linda Good, Nashville; one son, Larry Good, Gray; two sisters, Mrs. Virginia Light, Fall Branch and Mrs. Irene Powell, Greeneville; four grandchildren, Lisa Green, Eddie Good, Danny Good and David Good; and five great-grandchildren. Gray Funeral Home, Gray was in charge

Johnny Argil Good, 57, Anderson Health Care, Gray died Sunday Dec 6, 1998, at the health care center after a lengthy illness. Mr. Good was a Washington County native and a son of the late Elmer and Frances Good. He was employed with the Kingsport Press for 15 years and later had his own business, The Blossom Basket and Suncrest Plant Center. Mr. Good was a member of Gray United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Rodney Martin God and Dana Walker Good, both of Nashville; one sister, Betty Jones, Gray; and several nieces and nephews

Newport -- John Howard Graham, 28, died Sun., July 17, 1994. He was a son of Jim and Yvonne Graham, Newport. Graham was a graduate of Cocke County High School, where he was a member of the football team, and Tennessee Technological University, where he was a member and officer of Kappa Sigma fraternity. He was a forestry technician for the ResourceManagement and Science Division of the National Park Service. Graham was a member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors, in addition to his parents, include one brother, Jay Graham, Newport; three sisters Julie Waker Jonesborough, Nancy Graham, Newport, and Elizabeth Graham Parker, Woodbury; one grandmother Myrtle Graham, Loudon; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the John Graham Memorial, The Great Smoky Mountains national Park, 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Manes, Newport, was in charge

Ruth Bell Graham, age 87, passed away Thursday, June 14 at her home in Little Piney Cove, Montreat, North Carolina surrounded by her family. Ruth was the daughter of Dr L. Nelson and Virginia Meyers Leftwich Bell. Ruth was born and raised in China where her parents were Presbyterian missionaries. Survivors are her husband evangelist Billy Graham, Virginia, Anne, Ruth, William Franklin, and Ned Graham. A private, family-only, interment service will be held Sunday in the Prayer Garden on the grounds of the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, tax deductible contributions be made to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) General Fund, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201

Sue Buchanan Graham, 93, of Max Meadows, the Major Graham community, died Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, in Anderson, S.C. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Galena Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Cindy Privette officiating. Interment will be in the Graham/Robinson Cemetery. She was born July 29, 1914, in Wythe County, a daughter of the late George and Grace Copenhaver Buchanan. She was a member of Galena Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday school and the youth group. She was a translator in Washington, D.C., during World War II and an elementary school teacher for Wythe County Public School for many years. She was an active member and former delegate of the women of the Wythe County Farm Bureau. She also was a member of the Bridge Club and was an avid gardener. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick O. Graham. Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Oewel Graham of Anderson, S.C.; a son, Charles Buchanan Graham of Max Meadows; two granddaughters, Constance Creech Robertson and husband Clinton, and Christina Creech; on great-granddaughter, Katherine Grace Robertson; a sister and brother-in-law, Charline and John Tinnon of Connecticut; two brothers, George Buchanan of Roanoke and William Buchanan of Marion; seven nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews; several great-great nieces and great-great-nephews; and many friends. The body will be taken to the church one hour before service time. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Lead Mines Rescue Squad or the Max Meadows Volunteer Fire Department. Barnett Funeral Home in Wytheville is in charge of the arrangements. This obituary was published in the Wytheville Enterprise

NEWPORT — Yvonne Ladd Graham, age 68, of Newport, passed away suddenly in Atlanta, GA, Monday morning, July 18, 2005. She was the wife of James R. (Jim Graham). Her children were Julie Graham Walker, Elizabeth Graham Parker, James R. (Jay) Graham Jr. and Nancy Graham Brawley. Preceded in death by her son, John Howard Graham, who died July 18, 1994. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Manes Funeral Home, 363 East Main Street, Newport, TN 37821. Manes Funeral Home was in charge

Juanita Merritt Gray, 86, 2101 Christian Lane, Johnson City, died Monday, January 30, 2006 at her home. She was a native of Elizabethton, but had lived in Johnson City for most of her life. She was a daughter of the late Arthur E. and Josephine H. Merritt. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Bernie L. Gray Sr., one daughter, Norma Jean Dockery, one brother, Jack Merritt and one sister, Louise Shell. She was a member of the First Christian Church and was a member of the Mr. & Mrs. Sunday School Class at First Christian. She was a member of West Hills Garden Club and had volunteered at the Johnson City Girls Club teaching sewing. Her other interests were gardening and painting. Survivors include: one son, Bernie L. Gray Jr. and his wife Helen of Johnson City; two sisters, Thelma Gentry and Margaret Sheridan all of Johnson City; one brother, Hiram "Max" Merritt of Knoxville; five grandchildren, Lattie Gene Dockery and his wife Carrol of Johnson City, Mylinda Dockery, Lexington, Ky., Lisa Love and her husband Rob of Johnson City, Rick Gray and his wife, Tammy of Johnson City and Lora Fishman and her husband Geoffrey of Atlanta, GA.; seven great grandchildren, Abbie Love, Hannah Love, Ellen Love, Mykalin Jones, Gabe Jones, Will Fishman and Helen Fishman; several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 PM Thursday from the Morris-Baker South Chapel. Dr. Tim Wallingford and Mr. Steve Hill will officiate. Burial will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Rick Gray, Geoffrey Fishman, Rob Love, Bryan Merritt, Andy Geeter and Kevin Poe. Honorary pallbearers will be Men of the Mr. and Mrs. Sunday School Class of First Christian Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 until 3:00 PM Thursday and other times at the home of Bernie and Helen Gray, 1807 Waters Edge Drive, Johnson City. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.morrisbaker.com. Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, Building Fund, 200 E. Mountcastle Drive, Johnson City, TN 37601. Arrangements by Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN

Mrs. Leola "Tuffy" Gray, 80, Limestone, TN, died Thursday, August 18, 2005, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Washington County, TN, and was a daughter of the late Wilson and Callie Sue Moore Adams. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Duard Gray; a son, Alan Gray; a brother, Kenneth "Bill" Adams; three sisters, Velma Kinnick, Jean Ruble and Ernestine Martin. Mrs. Gray was a graduate of Jonesboro High School, she was a former employee of Eastman Chemical Company and was a homemaker and dairy farmer. Mrs. Gray was a member of Mt. Bethel Christian Church. Surviving: four daughters, Danelle and husband, Richard Sells, Greeneville, Barbara Gray and husband, Jim Heinz, of Marengo, IL, Melissa Wines, Limestone, and Amanda and husband, Bill Donoho, Fall Branch; a son, Marty Gray, Limestone; 16 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Leola "Tuffy" Gray will be conducted at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2005, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Pate and Pastor Lamar Garrison officiating. Pallbearers will be Rodney Starnes, Doug Honeycutt, Jim Heinz, Bill Donoho, Richard Sells, David Lewis, Danny Million and Curt Sells. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday prior to the funeral service and other times at the home of a daughter, Danelle Sells. Interment will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 21, 2005, at Mt. Bethel Christian Church Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the Gray family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Mr. Dennis (Leon) Gray, 90, Jonesborough, passed away Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, at the VA Medical Center Hospital. He was a native of Washington County, and the son of the late Dennis E. Gray and Florence Amanda Barkley Gray. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Duard and Wayne Gray; and two sisters, Margorie Gray Manke and Jane Gray Keith. Mr. Gray was a World War II Veteran. He as a member of Westside Church of Christ from 1993 to present. Leon had been a Christian for 84 years and an Elder from 1963 to 1993. He was one of the founding members of Washington County Christian Men’s Fellowship in 1970, where he served as secretary and treasurer for 27 years. Leon worked at Smith Farm Supply from 1948 for a few years and then went to work at Hartman Supply Company until 1966. He was also an electrician. He worked for the Town of Jonesborough for 17 years, 1966 to 1983. He was Water Plant Superintendent. He was with the Jonesborough Fire Department for 22 years, building inspector in Jonesborough for 2 years, member of the Historical committee and the Planning Commission. He retired in August of 2008, a total of 42 years dedicated to the town of Jonesborough in several different Capacities. Mr. Gray is survived by his wife of 69 years, Ruth A Blankenship Gray, of the home; One son, Dennis L. Gray Jr., and one daughter, Patricia Gray Richards and husband, Ralph, all of Jonesborough, one “special little sister,” Geraldine “Jerry” Gray Starnes, Kingston Tenn.; three Grand-Children, David E. Richards and wife, Amy, Idaho, Deborah L. Richards Bailey and husband, Terry, of Jonesborough, and Heather Gray, of Jonesborough; nine Great Grand-Children, Daniel, Kaitlyn, Jordon, and Bryan Richards, of Idaho, Kelsey and TJ Bailey, Jonesborough, Loyalle, Laydon and Legacy Gray, of Jonesborough; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services for Mr. Gray will be Sunday, September 13, 2009, at 4 p.m. at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Steve Trinkle officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will be Monday, September 14, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Bethel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be friends of Westside Church of Christ. Condolences may be sent to the Gray family at www.dillow-taylor.com

CLARKSVILLE — Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Wayne Barkley Gray, age 72, of Clarksville, Tenn., died Sept. 10, 2003, at his residence in Clarksville. Mr. Gray was born in Limestone, Tenn., to the late Dennis Leon and Florence Amanda Barkley Gray. Mr. Gray served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was an active member of WK&T. Mr. Gray was a member of Clarksville Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife, Emma Nell Underwood Gray; stepson, Lowell Thomas, Georgia; two stepdaughters, Polly McDaniels, Cuba, and Yvonne Taylor, Seattle, Wash.; two daughters, Jan Wiggins, Olathe, Kan., and Lisa Young, Clarksville, Tenn.; brother, Leon Gray, Jonesborough, Tenn.; sister, Jerry Starns, Kingston, Tenn.; and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, Sept. 13, 2003, at 11 a.m. at Sykes Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. Interment will be at Gum Springs Baptist Cemetery, Cunningham, Tenn. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2003, Sykes Funeral Home and Crematory. The family suggests memorials be made to American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203

Susan Louise Gresham, 51, of Asbury Place, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2005 at Asbury Place. Miss Gresham was a lifelong resident of Washington County. She was a daughter of the late Charles Herman Gresham and Louise Little Gresham. Miss Gresham was a member of First Christian Church. Survivors include aunts, Ruby McCracken, Bonnie Byerley and Lorene Gresham, and several cousins. She was preceded in death by one aunt, Jessie Saylor and by two uncles, Estel Little and Gordon Gresham. A short funeral service for Miss Gresham will be held at Asbury Place at 1:30 PM Monday. Chaplin Chris Hughes will officiate. Burial will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Cousins will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at Asbury Place from 12:30 until 1:30 PM Monday. Minister Lamar Garrison will officiate at the graveside service. Online condolences may be made through www.morrisbaker.com. Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Ave., Johnson City, TN 37601 is serving the family

Eva Myra (Peggy) Guinn, age 58, of Sam Aiken Road, in Telford, passed away Monday afternoon, May 2, 2005, at her home. She was a member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Jimmy “Pete” Guinn; two daughters and son-in-law: Stephanie and Charles Steele and Connie Guinn and fiancé, Daxter Malone; one son and daughter-in-law: James and Mary Guinn Jr.; two grandchildren: Sabrina and Adam Guinn; her father: A.J. “Slick” Hulse; three sisters and brothers-in-law: Mary Kiser and David Bowers, Mickey and Frank Shipley and Kathryn and Roy Forbes; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Joe Hulse and fiancee Cora Sutphin and Donny and Nancy Hulse; special friends: Jane Rodifer and Baby Ethan Mchee; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, including special nieces Tammy Williams and Cindy Yates; and a special nephew, Dylan Yates. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby Watts Hulse Taylor; one sister: Connie Nebraska Hulse; step-father, Frank Taylor; and step-mother: Ethal Hulse. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow visitation at 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Ken Gaskin and Rev David Guinn officiating. Interment will be held Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. in Fairview Cemetery in Telford. Pallbearers will be Charles Steele, Philip Bradley, Johnny Kiser, Jeff Aiken, Randy Aiken and Jack Aiken. Special thanks to Smokey Mountain Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made Chestnut Grove Building Fund, 367 Chestnut Grove Church Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659

ROAN MOUNTAIN — Mr. Harold Hale, 84, Roan Mountain, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2009, at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital. He was the son of the late Elijah Bon and Dora Hall Hale and was a native of Washington County, Tennessee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, E.B. Hale, Ray Hale and four sisters, Sue Zimmerman, Wanda Hyder, Mildred Daye and Louise Simon. Mr. Hale was a veteran of WWII having served in the United States Army 106th Infantry and was a survivor of the Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Roan Mountain. Mr. Hale was the former owner operator of Southwest Spray and Nursery in Miami, FL. Mr. Hale is survived by his devoted wife of sixty-four years, Dorothy Gilmer Hale, of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Becky Hale, Elizabethton; Jonathan and Joyce Hale, Israel; three grandchildren, Doug Hale, Merinda Hale, Christopher Hale; a sister, Zelma Rahal,, Savannah, GA; three sisters-in-law, Elenor Hale, Elizabethton; Gloria MacFarlan and her husband, Howard, Jonesborough and Marian Rousse and her husband, Bill, Fletcher, NC. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service for Mr. Hale will be conducted on Sunday, February 15, 2009, at 2:00 PM in the Tetrick Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace, Elizabethton, with Rev. Jim Lindsay and Rev. Chris Hughes officiating. Music will be under the direction of Ambers Wilson and Lauren Chapman. The family will receive friends in the funeral home chapel from 12:00-2:00 PM Sunday prior to the service and at 743 West H. Street at other times. Interment will follow the funeral service in Monte Vista Memorial Gardens with military honors accorded by American Legion Post #49. Active pallbearers will be family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Michael Grosserode and Dr. Ahmed Kahn. Condolences may be sent to the family electronically by visiting www.tetrickfuneralhome.com and signing the guest book, or by fax 423 542-9499. Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton, is serving the family

James Martin Hale, age 84, 119 Flourville Rd., Gray, went to be with the Lord Sunday, April 10, 2006, at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Hale was a native and lifelong resident of the Boones Creek community of Washington County. He was a son of the late Albert Enoch and Amanda Katherine Taylor Hale. Mr. Hale was retired from the Engineering Department of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Mountain Home. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II, where he was a Chief Radar Operator while serving in the Asiatic Pacific Theater of Operations on Hawaii. Mr. Hale was a member of Boones Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing the Mandolin and was a former member of the Switchmen Quartet. Mr. Hale was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Etta Routh; and four brothers, Chester A. Hale, Melvin Hale, Alec Hale and Eugene Hale. He is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Joyce Dennis Hale; three daughters, Kathy Hale Bailey and her husband, Timothy, Yukon, OK, Annette Hale, Huntsville, AL, Amy Hale, Gray; one son, Mike Hale and his wife, Sherri, Kingsport; seven grandchildren, Jayme Bailey Peach, Joshua Bailey and Benjamin Bailey, all of OK, Jessica Hale and Mallory Hale, both of Kingsport, Katelan Hale Bailey and Noah Hale-Blevins, both of Gray; one great-grandchild, Kennedy Faith Peach, OK; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Mr. Hale will be conducted Friday, April 14, 2006, at 1:00 P.M. from the East Chapel of the Appalachian Funeral Home with Rev. Arnold "Budï" Pate and Rev. Kenneth W. Kyker officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Charles DeWitt Byrd V.F.W. Post #3382, Kingsport, and the Tennessee National Guard. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday, April 13, 2006, from 6:00-8:00 P.M. in the East Parlor of the funeral home. Those who prefer to make memorial contributions may do so to the Boones Creek Baptist Church Family Center, 304 Pickens Bridge Rd., Gray, TN 37615. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.appalachianfuneralhome.com. Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., Johnson City, TN 37601, is serving the Hale family

Joe A. Hale, 70, Johnson City, died Friday, January 20, 2006, at the Johnson City Medical Center Hospital. Mr. Hale was a native of Johnson City, and a son of the late Thaddeus Gentry and Mary Emma Sell Hale. He was a self employed land surveyor, builder and developer. Mr. Hale was past president of the Johnson City Area Homebuilder's Association and served as a Washington County surveyor. He also served on the Washington County Zoning Committee. He was a member and deacon of Locust Street Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Gentry Hale and John Hale. Survivors include his wife, Doris Hale, of the home; two daughters, Cynthia Hale Greer, and husband, Chad, Knoxville, and Jodie Hale Powell, and husband, Jeff, Charleston, SC; one son, Joe Hale Jr., and wife, Micki, Savannah, GA; two brothers, Jimmy Hale, Donelson, TN, and Ben Hale, Gray; four grandchildren, Brittany Hale Powell, Alex Hale, Chris Greer and Aaron Greer; several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Mr. Hale will be conducted Sunday, January 22, 2006, at 4:00 PM in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home with Jeff Campbell, Billy Jack Smith and Robbie Ellis, Ministers, officiating. The graveside committal service will be held Monday, January 23, 2006, at 10:00 AM in Monte Vista Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be George Ellis, Bill Turbyfield, Mike Pitts, Bart Walker, Hayward Sell, Ben Hale II, Chris Greer and Aaron Greer. Pallbearers and those planning to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:30 AM Monday to proceed to the cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:00 until 4:00 PM in the East Parlor of the funeral home. For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Office of Donor Services, PO Box 4261, Pittsfield, MA 01202. Condolences may be made online at www.appalachianfuneralhome.com. Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E Watauga Ave., is serving the Hale family

Ms. Nancy Bacon Hamilton, age 60, Jonesborough, passed away Thursday, August 30, 2007, at the Johnson City Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Ms. Hamilton was a native of Washington County and daughter of Eleanor Good Bacon, Jonesborough, and the late Reamer Bacon. She was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church. She was a loving Daughter, Mother and Nana. Ms. Hamilton was a retired Hairstylist. In addition to her mother, survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Craig Clarke & Mikaila Turner-Clarke, Hubbardston, MA; one grandson, Nathan Turner-Clarke, Hubbardston, MA. Memorial services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2007, at Lakebridge Health Care Center with Rev. Greg Davis officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Arthritis Foundation, 210 25th Ave. N., Suite 523, Nashville, TN 37203; or Fairview United Methodist Church, 878 Hwy. 81 N., Jonesborough, TN 37659. Condolences may be sent to the Hamilton family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mr. Terry Alan Hannabas, age 55, died Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at his home in Jacksonville, Florida. He was a native of Washington County and son of Thelma Hannabas, Jonesborough, and the late Robert Hannabas Jr. Mr. Hannabas was a member of Bible Believers Baptist Church, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was a science teacher in the Jacksonville School System. He was listed in Who’s Who in America Teacher in 2002. In addition to his mother, survivors include one daughter, Kelly Bourdon, Jacksonville, FL; one grandson, Timothy Alan McPherson, Jasper, Alabama; one brother, Bob Hannabas and wife, Nellie, Jonesborough; one sister, Darlene Mullins, Jonesborough; one nephew, Robert Hannabas, Jonesborough; and one niece, Brettney Stevens, Johnson City. Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Stanley Gross officiating. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. Saturday prior to the service. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough

Mrs. Thelma Tipton Hannabas, Jonesborough, TN, died Saturday, May 23, 2009, at Four Oaks Health Care Center after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Hannabas was born in Roan Mountain, TN, and was a daughter of the late Aught and Vista Webb Tipton. She was also preceded in death by her husband R.L. Hannabas Jr.; a son Terry Hannabas and 5 sisters Maxine Gross, Fleta Merritt, Alyne Byrd, Betty Dykes and an infant sister. Mrs. Hannabas was a retired school teacher with Washington County School System. She taught for over 30 years at several county schools including Crockett High School, where she served Chairman of the English Department, Jonesborough High School, Lamar and Sulphur Springs. She was a member of Jonesborough Methodist Church where she had been active with the Haynes Circle. She was a former president of the Andrew Jackson Woman’s Democratic Party of Washington County. Surviving: a son and daughter in law Bob Hannabas and Nellie, a daughter Dodie Mullins, all of Jonesborough; 3 grandchildren Robert Hannabas and Brettney Stevens, both of Jonesborough and Kelly Bordon; 2 great grandchildren Skyler Stevens and Timothy McPherson; a sister Billie Amicone, Ohio and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service for Mrs. Thelma Tipton Hannabas will be held 3:00 pm Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Stanley Gross officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 pm prior to the service. Graveside service will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Condolences may be sent to the Hannabas family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Harold Edward Harrison, 83, of Gray, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 16, 2009. A life-long resident of Washington County, he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Upon receiving his degree from Bowling Green University, he taught at a military academy and then in the Sullivan County School System, from where he retired. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He leaves a loving legacy with both family and friends as he did so much for others. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer D. and Rose Harrison; a sister, Barbara Sue Culbertson; and two brothers, Clarence Harrison and Kyle Harrison. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara Church Harrison; two daughters, Donna Raphael, of Gray, and Deborah Harrison-Wagner and husband Rick, also of Gray; three grandchildren, Tyler Sewell and wife Chauntee, Daniel Wagner, and DeAndra Sewell; a sister, Christine Deakins and husband Ross; sisters-in-law Bonnie Harrison and Nell Harrison; a brother-in-law, Leonard Culbertson; several nieces and nephews; and several special friends, Carl Childress, Jack Carter, and Gordon Zolman. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 at Rock Heritage Baptist Church on Highway 36 in Colonial Heights. Funeral services will follow at 7:00 with Pastor Garry Eads officiating. Military graveside rites will be conducted by American Legion Post 3/265 on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Washington County Memory Gardens. Those desiring to contribute memorial gifts may direct them to the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, 207 North Boone Street, Johnson City, TN 37604; or to the charity of one’s choice. Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave on-line condolences for the family. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Harold Edward Harrison

Kyle Franklin Harrison, age 81, of 1284 Gray Station Road, Gray, TN went home to be with his Lord and Savior at Johnson City Medical Center on Sunday November 22, 2009, after a lengthy illness. He was a loving, devoted husband, a wonderful father to his sons, a doting grandfather to his grandchildren, and a special friend to extended family and neighbors. A native of Washington County, he was the son of the late Elmer D. and Rose Buckingham Harrison, and a step son of Sylvia B. Harrison. He was a member of Crossroads Christian Church in Gray, where he served as Elder and Sunday School Teacher, as well as on the Church Board of Directors. He was a retired school teacher in the Sullivan County School System. He taught at Lynn View, Sullivan West, and Sullivan South High Schools. He earned his BS in Education from Bowling Green College, KY and his Masters Degree in Education from ETSU in Johnson City. He served his community as Charter member of Gray Ruritan, the Gray Community Chest as well as volunteering for Contact Ministries in Johnson City, TN. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and received an honorable discharge. He was a member of the Chapel Quartet, and was a member of Church choirs for years. He was preceded in death by his parents Elmer D. and Rose Buckingham Harrison, his eldest son Michael Taylor Harrison, one brother Clarence L. Harrison, and one sister Barbara Sue Culberson. Survivors include his loving, devoted wife of 51 years, Bonnie Whitson Harrison of the home in Gray, TN who despite her multiple health concerns, saw that her husband was given the best care a person could have been given based on the direction of his physician; son Gary F. Harrison, and his fiancée Diana Lynn Collette, granddaughters Victoria and Caroline Harrison of Limestone, TN; son David A. Harrison and his wife Lynda, granddaughter Taylor and grandson Logan of 1382 Bolt Road, Gray Court, SC; daughter-in-law Karen Harrison, grandson Jonathan and his wife Jane, grandsons David and Ben Harrison and granddaughter Bethany Harrison of P.O. Box 44, Fisher, IL; one brother, Harold Harrison and his wife Barbara of Gray, TN; one sister Christine and her husband Ross Deakins of Jonesborough, TN; one sister-in-law, Nell Harrison of Limestone, TN and one brother-in-law Leonard Culberson of Palos Hills, IL. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews as well as a host of friends and extended relatives. Special Thanks to the minister, Clinton Andrews of Crossroads Christian Church of Gray, TN and its members, the caregivers who worked in the home to care for Mr. Harrison, the JCMC physicians and staff who cared for him, and the many family and friends who saw to the needs of both Kyle and Bonnie over the last several years. A funeral service is scheduled for 8 PM Tuesday, November 24, 2009, following the family visitation at Crossroads Christian Church, Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM on Tuesday, November 24, 2009. The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 11 AM Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at Hales Chapel Christian Church Cemetery, Hales Chapel Road, Gray, TN. Minister G. Clinton Andrews and Dr. Daer Platt will officiate. Active pallbearers will be, Norris Barger, Rod Crawford, Steve Deakins, Jackie Denny, Lee Hilton, Bob Stykes, Carter Warden, Dale Whitson, and Jeff Whitson. Honorary pallbearer will be Bill Whitson. Pallbearers are ask to be at the church on Tuesday evening, November 24, 2009, at 5:45 PM and Wednesday morning November 25, 2009, at 10:15 AM. Family and friends are welcome to meet at Crossroads Christian Church at 10:15 AM Wednesday for a procession to Hales Chapel Christian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the building fund of Crossroads Christian Church. Online condolences may be sent to the Harrison family via www.morrisbaker.com. These arrangements are by Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City

Mrs. Jane Hartman, aged 96, one of the early pioneers of this county and the oldest woman in the county, died yesterday at 3:45 p.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lina Sturgis, with whom she had made her home for the past 27 years. The end came quietly and followed a long period of poor health. It has been only in recent years, however, that Mrs. Hartman was not actie for she had been known as a woman who was remarkably able despite her age. She was beloved by a host of friends who knew her as the kindly, cheerful "Grandma Hartman". She enjoyed recounting interesting reminiscences of the years gone by and recalled the days of her childhood in Jonesboro, Tennessee. Her maiden name was Jones, and she was born in Jonesboro August 29, 1827. In her girlhood her family moved to Iowa and it was near Ottumwa of that state that her marriage to James A. Hartman, also a native of Jonesboro, occurred on September 4, 1845. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hartman, of whom four now survive. In 1871 the faily left Iowa for Ogden, Utah, then followed the historic Old Oregon Trail until they came to the spot where Weston now stands. Seven years later, Mr. Hartman died, his death occurring April 3, 1878. Mrs. Hartman endeared herself to Weston people and upon coming to Pendleton to reside with her daughter, she made new friends who deeply regret her death. She is survived by Mrs. Sturgis, Mrs. M. J. Marsh and mrs. Elizabeth Purdy, all of Pendleton, and Mrs. S.L. Price, of WIlbur, Washington, who will arrive today. Nineteen grandchildren survive among whom are Judge Charles H. Marsh, George Hartman and james Sturgis of Pendleton. De. C.C. Sturgis of Boston, Massachusetts and Miss Jessie Purdy, who is a teacher in Honolulu. There are seventeen great grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Hartman will be held on Friday morning at 10 o"clock fromthe Stugis home, 105 Wilson Street, with Rev. Alfred Lockwood, pastor of the Church of the Redeemer, officiatin. Interment will be at the Weston masonic Cemetery, where the body will be laid to rest beside that of the late Mr. Hartman. Pallbearers will be Wilson E. Brock, G.M. Rice, C.K. Cranston, Will McCormmach, Dr. Frank E. Boyden and James S. Johns, Sr. Members of the Pioneer Ladies Club of which Mrs. Hartman was a member, will attend the funeral in a body and many will go to Weston also

Mary June Ford Hartman, 79, of Jonesborough, TN, went to be with the Lord, Friday, July 14, 2006, at her home surrounded by her family. Born and raised in the Harmony community, she was a graduate of Fall Branch High School. June was a self-sacrificing, devoted, loving mother, raising five children on her own. She enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play softball. June was also a sales representative for Avon Products for over 35 years, having achieved membership in the President's Club. She was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Preceding her in death were her parents, Ray E. and Mary "Polly" Ford; brother, Jack Ford; sister, Judy Ford; niece, Teresa Johnson; and nephew, B.J. Ford. Surviving are four daughters, Cathy Clark (Roger), Daphne Moody (Keith), all of Gray, Barbara White (Harold), and Libby Grindstaff (David), all of Jonesborough; one son, Jim Hartman of Fall Branch; eight grandchildren, Heather Ketron, David Hartman, Amanda White, Sarah White, Rachel Moody-Hobbs, Kelley Moody, Dylan Moody, and Ayden Ford-Grindstaff; two great-granddaughters, McKenzie and Chloe Ketron; five brothers, Bill Ford, Pete Ford (Tootie), Creed Ford, Gene Ford (Minnie), Tim Ford (Wilma); several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and special lifelong friend, Edith Ferguson. Calling hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Fall Branch. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Sunday at the Fall Branch Chapel with Pastor Steve Pate and Rev. Chris Castle officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at Bacon-Kincheloe Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tommy Ford, Terry Ford, Jessee Ford, Teddy Ford, Scotty Garvin, and Jeff McCurry. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Harmony Baptist Church Building Fund, 1177 Harmony Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659. Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to send an online condolence

Joan Elizabeth Hawkins, age 70, of 3602 Cimarron Dr., Johnson City, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2009, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She had fought a courageous 2 year battle with glioblastoma multiforme stage IV brain tumor. A lifelong native of Washington County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Mabel Archer Sylvester. Mrs. Hawkins was a member of Marvins Chapel United Methodist Church where she had been the church organist for over 50 years. She was also a member of the Susannah Wesley Circle. Mrs. Hawkins graduated from East Tennessee State College and worked for awhile as a teacher in the Washington County School System. She had also worked at E.T.S.U. in the registration office. Survivors include her husband, Sabe Hawkins, of the home; one daughter and fiance, Lisa Burkette, Gray and Chris Kimmons, Johnson City; one son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Angie Hawkins, Asheville, NC; four grandchildren, Matthew and Jacob Hawkins, Asheville, NC, Taylor and Caroline Burkette, Gray, TN. A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, April 27, 2009, at 8:00 P.M. in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home with eulogy being provided by Mrs. Janet Gray, and prayer offered by Rev. Ricky Clowers. Special music will be provided by Mrs. Becky Tester. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Monday in the East Parlor of the funeral home. The graveside service and interment will be conducted at 12:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 28 at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Johnny Gray, Curtis Fullbright, David Shell, Jeff Johnson, Mike Freeman, and Lee Freeman. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the funeral home Tuesday at 11:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, Attn: Ellen Stainback, P.O. Box 3624 DUMC, Durham, NC 27710. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the nursing staff of 5200 at the Johnson City Medical Center, and to Dr. James Vredenburgh and staff of the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University. Appalachian Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 800 E. Watauga Ave., is serving the Hawkins Family

Dr. Opie B. Haws, Jr., 517 E. Main St., Jonesborough, died Sat Sept. 17, 2005 at the Veterans Administration Hospital . Dr. Haws was a native of Fall Branch and was the son of the late Opie B. and Clyde Barnes Haws, Sr. He was a Marine Corp veteran having served during WWII in the Pacific Theater during the Peleliu and Okinawa operations. After WWII Mr. Haws enlisted in the U.S. Army where he became a Dentist and was stationed at Fort Gordon in Augusta, GA. Dr. Haws was a member and past president of the Jonesborough Kiwanis Club and was a member of the Jonesborough Presbyterian Church where he served as Sunday School Superintendent and Deacon. He was an avid golfer. He is survived by: Wife: Alice H. Haws of the Home; Son: Dr. J. Michael Haws, Jonesborough; Daughter: Melinda Duffy, Richland Hills , TX; Grandchildren: Christy Iacino, Colonial Heights, Amanda Haws, Johnson City, Dr. Ben Haws, New Orleans, LA, Paula Duffy and Lisa Duffy both of Richland Hills, TX; Great grandsons: Elijah Iacino and Kyler Iacino both of Colonial Heights; Uncle: Lyle Haws, Jonesborough; Aunt: Jean Dawson, Fall Branch. Funeral services for Dr. Opie Haws will be conducted Monday Sept 19, 2005 at 8 PM from the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Beth Yarborough officiating. Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 11 AM from Maple Lawn Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Alfred Greenlee, Dr. Ben Haws, Neil Iacino, Sam Mitchell, and Sheryl Carey. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Monday at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the Haws family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation services, Jonesborough

Raymond Fred Hensley, age 78, of Gray, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Monday night, November 23, 2009, at North Side Hospital after a lengthy illness. Mr. Hensley was a native and life long resident of Washington County and the son of the late Logan and Fern Hensley. He was a Navy Veteran, charter member of the Gray Community Chest, a Methodist, a member of VFW Post 3382, Model A Restorers Club and VSS Point Cruz Associates. He retired from Tennessee Eastman Company after 35 years of service. In addition to his parents, his wife of 45 years, Peggy Hensley, in 2001; one infant son; one infant daughter; and his brother, Jackie Hensley, preceded him in death. Survivors include one son, Kent Hensley and his wife, Sherry; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday, November 27, from 3-5 p.m. in the Gray Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will follow visitation at 5:00 p.m. with Pastor Phil Goins officiating. Graveside services will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Anyone wanting to attend is asked to meet at the cemetery at 12:50 p.m. Pallbearers will be Jackie Hensley, Bradley Hensley, Tom Larimer, Milton Hensley, Jimmie Privette, Clifford Page, Richard Broyles and Brett Larimer. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Boones Creek Class of 1950. Gray Funeral Home is proud to serve the family of Mr. Hensley

Nell Shook Hill 85, Gray-Sulphur Springs Rd., Jonesborough, died Fri., Dec 15, 1995 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was a Madison County N.C. native and a daughter of the late Robert Frank and Ellen Willis Shank. Mrs. Hill retired from the Washington County School System as a teacher. She ahd also taught in the Madison County School System. Mrs. Hill was a member of the Retired Teachers Association. She was a member of the Sulphur Springs Home Demonstration Club. Mrs. Hill was a member of Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Cicero W. Hill, two brothers ad one sister. Survivors include one son, Lynnwood Hill, Jonesborough, one sister, Edna S. Hill, Pelzer, S.C.; three granddaughters, Jennifer Lynn Hill, Audrey Ann Sinisi and Pamela Dawn McCoy, all of Jonesborough and several nieces and nephews. Dillow Taylor Jonesborough was in charge

Jack Ford Hobbs, 82, 3087 Knob Creek Rd, Gray, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2006, at the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center Hospital. Mr. Hobbs was a native and lifelong resident of Washington County and was a son of the late Lee and Ruby Ford Hobbs. He was a lifelong member of Boones Creek Christian Church and had served in the past as Elder, Trustee and Sunday School teacher. Mr. Hobbs was a veteran of World War II, having served in the US Army. Jack played minor league baseball for the St. Louis Cardinals, was a life-time member of the American Angus Association, a retiree of Story Brothers, Inc. and a life-long farmer. He was a loving father and friend. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Sue Clark Hobbs, in 2002; his son, Jimmy L. Hobbs Sr., 2000; and one sister, Betsy Ann Hobbs Keys. He is survived by his daughter, Jacquelyn Hobbs Oliva, Telford; brother, Lee Don Hobbs, Pound, VA; sister, Mary Sue Parsons, Seymour, TN; three grandchildren, Angela D. Bishop and husband, Joe, Telford, Lynn Hobbs and wife, Angela Stone Hobbs, Gray, and Susan K. Garst, Telford; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Appalachian Funeral Home Saturday, March 25, 2006, from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM with funeral services to follow at 2:00 PM in the East Chapel. Mr. David Mackey will officiate. Interment will follow in Boones Creek Christian Church Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Kingsport VFW Post #3382. Pallbearers will be Lynn Hobbs, Kenny Keys, Mark Parsons, Joe Bishop, Rick Little, Edward Bowman, Barry Bingham and Ryan Broyles. Junior pallbearers will be Hunter Hobbs and Steven Bishop. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Boones Creek Christian Church Cemetery Fund, 305 Christian Church Rd, Gray, TN 37615. Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E Watauga Ave., is serving the Hobbs family

GREENEVILLE — Wanda Ruble Huffman (Mrs. Charles Daryl), born January 31, 1923, passed away on Tuesday, June 21, at Laughlin Hospital in Greeneville, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Roy H. and Mattie Fay Ruble of Limestone, Tennessee. She was also the loving wife of the late Dr. C.D. Huffman, who passed away in March of 2004, after 62 years of marriage. Wanda attended Maryville College and was a graduate of the University of Tennessee, where she was a 50+ year member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. She was especially proud of being an alumna of Washington College, and was pleased to return there to teach science courses in the 1950s. Mrs. Huffman left there to accompany her husband, Daryl, to Memphis for Medical School. While there, she worked in Cancer Research as a lab assistant. After her husband’s graduation from Medical School, they returned to Limestone, where Dr. Huffman took over her father’s medical practice. For many years, she assisted behind the scenes at Ruble Clinic and was the office manager of Limestone Medical Clinic, assisting her husband. Wanda was very active in the Limestone Community, serving as Scout leader, PTA officer, member of Home Demonstration Club, member of the Order of the Eastern Star, member of the Limestone Garden Club, avid supporter of all Washington College sports and was out “doing things for others.” She was also an active member of Salem Presbyterian Church at Washington College for most of her life. She not only served on the Session for several terms, but was also Clerk of Session. She took great interest in all of the activities of the Church as long as her health permitted. Being an avid supporter of all UT Vols and Atlanta Braves found her on the road for many years to their numerous games. She seemed to always find the time for football, basketball, and, especially, baseball. When unable to attend the baseball games, she kept an official log of all plays, giving her children stacks of remembrances dating back to the late 1930s. Survivors include: loving daughter, Bobbie Christiansen, of Greeneville; devoted son, Chuck, and wife, Lavinia Huffman, of Kingsport; and caring daughter, Nancy and husband, Joel Bowman, of Greeneville; and a very dear sister, Maude and husband, Bob Cutshaw, of Limestone. Grandchildren are: Alyson and husband, Stephen Cutshall, of Knoxville, Chad and wife, Jennifer Huffman, of Gray, Rick and wife, Laura Huffman, of Knoxville, Tosha Bowman of Kingsport, Mikey Huffman, of Kingsport, Joshua Bowman, of Greeneville, and special niece, Dana and husband, David, and children, Phebe and Dawson Peake, of Greeneville. Special friends and caregivers include: Joan Pace, Nellie Fleenor, Patsy Greene, Dr. “B” and Josie Marcelo, Betty Shelton, Bonnie Castle, Virginia Fugate and Vanessa Miller. The family expresses their gratitude to the loving care provided by Laughlin HealthCare Center’s staff and management. Pallbearers for the funeral will be Chad Huffman, Rick Huffman, Mikey Huffman, Joshua Bowman, Stephen Cutshall, David Peake, Russell Greene and Allen Campbell. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dr. Maynard Austin, Eric Christiansen, Earl Fletcher, Richard Donoho, Santo Cicerello, Dwight Campbell and Art Foster. Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home will be handling the funeral arrangements (1125 Tusculum Blvd, Greeneville) with visitation on Thursday, June 23, from 2-4 in the afternoon and from 6-8 in the evening. The funeral will be held on Friday, June 24, at 10 a.m. at Salem Presbyterian Church on the campus of Washington College Academy, with Dr. Angus Shaw officiating. Internment to follow at Salem Presbyterian Cemetery. Mrs. Huffman’s body will lie in state 30 minutes at the church prior to the service on Friday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to maintain the Salem Presbyterian Cemetery, care of Richard Donoho, 140 Leonard Road, Telford, TN 37690 or to the Laughlin Foundation, care of Betty Weemes, 1420 Tusculum Blvd, Greeneville

Mrs. Alma Keys Adams Hulbert, 88, Four Oaks Health Care Center, Jonesborough, died Sun., Aug. 3, 1997 at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. Mrs. Hulbert was a Washington County native and had lived in Limestone and Sterling, Ill. She was a daughter of the late Homer and Eva Lewis Keys. She was a homemaker and a correspondent for the Greeneville Sun and the Jonesborough Herald and Tribune for many years. Mrs. Hulbert was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 262, Limestone and the Rock River EMT, Sterling. Mrs. Hulbert was also preceded in death by her first husband, Alva Hulbert, two brothers, two half brothers, one half sister and one nephew. Survivors include three stepdaughters, Eleanor Sanders and Glenda Stramka, both of Sterling and Imogene Knappier Mount Vernon, Ill., six nieces, Linda Fann and Marilyn Roberts, both of Limestone, Wilma Barnes and Nancy Luster, both of Jonesborough, Jo Rita Thompson, Fort Walton Beach, Fla. and DSorothy McDaniel, Evansville, Ind., and one nephew Ray Keys, Limestone. Dillow-Taylor Jonesborough was in charge

Fred Humphreys, 75, of Johnson City, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2006, of brain tumor complications. A renowned band director most recently teaching at Science Hill High School, Fred was in the Hilltopper Band and graduated ETSC with a master's degree in music education. He was recruited to establish the outstanding Washington County unified band program in 1953, and after moving to Florida in 1957, began a lengthy tenure of consistently top-rated rated bands recognized throughout the Americas and Europe. He was a President of the Florida Bandmasters Association and nominated to the Florida Bandmaster's Hall of Fame in 1998. Fred also taught in Sasebo and Yakota, Japan, and Karlsruhe and Schweinfurt, Germany. He was also an avid world traveler who shared that love with many of his bands. Eldest son of Jess and Wilma Humphreys, Fred is survived by his wife, Winona, son, Mark and daughter-in-law, Liliana; sister Nancy McPeak; and brothers, John and Sam Humphreys; and extended family. A funeral service will be held at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church at 8 p.m. Monday, with visitation from 5-8 p.m. Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sunrise Cemetery, Bluff City. Rev. Carol Wilson will officiate. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be sent to the family via www.morrisbaker.com. Arrangements are by Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN

ERWIN — Mrs. Wilma Greer Humphreys, 94, 701 W. Mountainview Road, Johnson City, went to heaven, Nov. 13, 2002. Mrs. Humphreys was Dayton native and a daughter of the late Frederick Julius Greer and Nancy Green Greer. She attended Rhea County schools and was a graduate of Rhea Central High School, where she played the clarinet in the band. Mrs. Humphreys was a graduate of East Tennessee State Normal School, where she majored in elementary education. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Johnson City, where she was a member of the Susannah Wesley Sunday School Class for many years and the United Methodist Women. Mrs. Humphreys was active in the Home Demonstration Club. She had been employed by schools in Rhea and Washington counties, having served as a principal and teacher. Mrs. Humphreys was a member of the East Tennessee Education Association, the Tennessee Education Association and the Washington County Education Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse L. Humphreys; one brother, Albert; one sister, Dora; and one granddaughter. Survivors include three sons, Frederick Humphreys, John Humphreys and Samuel Humphreys, all of Johnson City; one daughter, Nancy McPeak, Bristol; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse L. Humphreys, her parents, Frederick Julius Greer and Nancy Green Greer, a brother, Albert, sister, Dora, and granddaughter, Carol. Survivors include sons Frederick, John and Samuel of Johnson City, and a daughter Nancy McPeak of Bristol. Mrs. Humphreys was fortunate to have had nine grandchildren as well as nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was born Feb. 25, 1908, in Dayton, Tenn., where she attended Rhea County Schools, graduating from Rhea Central High School, where she played clarinet in the band. She was a student of John T. Scopes, who became a key figure in the famous evolution trial of 1925 which featured Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. Mrs. Humphreys was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City, and a member of the Susannah Wesley Sunday School Class for many years as well as the United Methodist Women. She was active in the Home Demonstration Club and an expert quilt-maker. Other activities included doll collecting and she had many dolls from her travels, especially from the Orient and Europe. A graduate of East Tennessee State Normal School with a major in elementary education, she began her teaching career in Rhea County, and continued in Washington County, where she served as principal as well as classroom teacher. She was a recognized authority in the field of elementary education. Her professional memberships included the East Tennessee Education Association, the Tennessee Education Association and the Washington County Education Association. The funeral service for Mrs. Humphreys will be conducted Sunday, Nov. 17, 2002, at 2 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Garland Thayer officiating. Interment will follow in Monte Vista Burial Park. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Saturday, Nov. 16, 2002, from 5-7 p.m. in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home. Condolences may be e-mailed to the family at appfh@aol.com. Appalachian Funeral Home, 800 E. Watauga Ave., Johnson City, Tenn. www.appalachianfuneralhome.com is in charge of arrangements

RICHMOND, Va. — Harold Dee Hunt, Richmond, formerly of Johnson City, Tenn., died Friday, March 14, 2003, in Richmond. Mr. Hunt moved to Richmond in 1950. He retired from the McGuire Veterans Administration Hospital boiler plant after 30 years of service. Mr. Hunt then worked at the University of Richmond power plant for about eight years. He was a World War II Navy veteran, having served from 1940-46. Mr. Hunt served aboard the USS Quincy and USS Tuscaloosa. He was a member of the commissioning crew of the USS New Jersey. Mr. Hunt was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Whaley Hunt; one son, Russell Blaine Hunt; and three brothers, Leroy Hunt, Wayne Hunt and Eugene Hunt. Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn Jenkins and Elizabeth Ann McDaniel; one son, Harold Dale Hunt; two sisters, Laura Anita Greer, Richmond, and Nannie Ruth Painter, Chuckey, Tenn.; three brothers, George Hunt and Argil Hunt, both of Johnson City, and James William Hunt, Hopland, Calif.; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The family of Harold Dee Hunt will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Route 10), Richmond, Va. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Bensley-Bermuda Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 657, Chester, Va. 23831. The family of Harold Dee Hunt will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Route 10), Richmond, Va. His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Bensley-Bermuda Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 657, Chester, Va. 23831. Morrissett Funeral Home, is in charge

Mr. John H. Hunt, Sr., age 89, Jonesborough passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Mr. Hunt was a native of Washington County and son of the late U.L.J. “Bud” & Mattie McNeil Hunt. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hunt was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Amanda Ferguson Hunt. He was of the Christian faith. Mr. Hunt was a US Air Force Veteran having served in WW II. Survivors include his wife, Mabel Rogers Hunt, of the home; children, Anita Martin, Johnson City, John Hunt, Jr. and wife Karen, Jonesborough and Teresa Webb and husband, Lloyd, Kingsport; five grandchildren, Angela Bennett, John C. Hunt, Joey A. Hunt, William D. Hunt and John B. Webb; and eight great grandchildren. He was a devoted husband of 67 years and a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Funeral services will be conducted 8:00 pm Friday, May 15, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Victor Wallace officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Friday prior to the service. Interment services will be conducted 11:00 am Saturday, May 16, 2009, at Washington County Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons. Condolences may be sent to the Hunt family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Mrs. Mabel Wilson Hunt, 96, Jonesborough, TN went home to her heavenly father Sunday, September 17, 2006 at John M. Reed Nursing Home after a very long illness. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County and a daughter of the late Millard and Minnie Deakins Wilson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Beryle Campbell Hunt Sr. in 1999, two brothers Joe Wilson and Robert Wilson and a sister Joyce Williams. Mrs. Hunt was a teacher in the Washington County School System for several years and a member of the Farm Bureau Women and the Leesburg Home Demonstration Club for a number of years. She was a long time member of Fairview United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school for many years and was a very active member of the church. Surviving: two sons Beryle C. Hunt Jr. and his wife Glenna of Gray; M. Dwight Hunt and his wife Kathy of Afton; 6 grandchildren Robin Hunt Adams, Johnson City, Troy D. Hunt, Jonesborough, Justin Hunt and Chad Hunt both of Limestone, Erin Hunt Liner, Lexington, NC and Travis Williams, Johnson City; 7 great grandchildren and several special nieces, nephews and cousins; a very special friend and caregiver Hilda Laubscher, Jonesborough. The family would like to thank all the staff and especially the Nurses and CNA's of John M. Reed Nursing Home for all the love and care that was shown to Mrs. Hunt and the family while she was a resident there. A celebration of life service for Mrs. Hunt will be 7:30 pm Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Chuck Griffin and Minister Dennis Milligan officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7:30 pm Wednesday prior to the funeral service and other times at the home of her sons Beryle and Dwight Hunt. Graveside services will be 11:00 am Thursday, September 21, 2006 at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Family and Friends. Memorial donations may be made to the Fairview United Methodist Church, 878 Highway 81 North, Jonesborough, TN 37659. Condolences may be sent to the Hunt family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Victoria Wood Ingersoll died Wednesday, February 7, 2007. Memorial Services will be Saturday, February 17, 2007, at 2 p.m., at St. Pauls United Methodist Church, Melbourne. Arrangements entrusted to South Brevard Funeral Home, Melbourne, 724-2222. Published in FLORIDA TODAY on 2/10/2007. Wife of James William Ingersoll and the great great great granddaughter of Preston and Dicey Bacon Douglass and the great great great great granddaughter of Jonathan and Deborah Barron Bacon

Mrs. Helen Barnes Jackson, 84, 125 Skyland Circle, Gray, died Saturday, May 31, 2003, at Appalachian Christian Village after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Jackson was a lifelong Washington County resident. She was a daughter of the late Virgil and Anna Grace Sherfey Barnes and Nannie Kate Deakins Barnes. Mrs. Jackson was a member of Gray United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by one brother, William Barnes; and two sisters, Bernice Fitzgerald Hale and Jessie Mae Barnes. Survivors include her husband, Vernon W. Jackson; one daughter, Kubalene Hobbs, Gray; two brothers, Dwight Barnes and Ivan Barnes; two grandchildren, Angela Smith and Lynn Hobbs; and five great-grandchildren. The family of Mrs. Helen Barnes Jackson will receive friends Monday, June 2, from 6-8 p.m. in the Gray Funeral Home chapel. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. with Rev. James Henry, Rev. Ralph Kidd and Rev. David Clark. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Washington County Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Lynn Hobbs, Eric Barnes, Randy Barnes, George Barnes, Jeff Broyles and Darrell Jackson. Honorary pallbearers will be Galen Fitzgerald, Robert Barnes, Dan Kincheloe and Sidney Clear. Gray Funeral Home, Gray, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangements

James “Hurley” Jackson, age 88, of the Gray Community, passed away Tuesday morning, December 1, 2009, at Life Care Center of Gray with his loving family by his side. He was a son of the late Clara Jackson Ingle and John Jackson. Mr. Jackson was a retired carpenter, a member of Gray United Methodist Church and served in the U.S. Army in World War II, having received a Purple Heart for his combat wound while fighting at the Battle of the Bulge. He was a Little League baseball coach for Boones Creek Ruritan for many years and enjoyed watching baseball in his later years, especially the Atlanta Braves. He was born and raised in Washington County, where he had spent his entire life. In addition to his parents, Hurley was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Jones Jackson, in December 2006; two sisters, Margaret Harrison and Evelyn Jackson; two brothers, Franklin Jackson and John Jackson. Mr. Jackson is survived by a “special” son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Cathy Byers, of Gray; a “special” grandson, David Byers, of Gray; one sister, Geneva Wyatt, of Gray; one brother, Bobby Jackson, of Johnson City. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. in the Gray Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be held at 8 p.m. with Reverend Samuel Siebo. The Tennessee Army National will provide military graveside services on Friday morning at 11 a.m. at Washington County Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The family wants to express “A Special Thank You” to Life Care Center of Gray, Dr. Bruce Boggs and the VA Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Gray United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 8068, Gray, TN 37615. The family will also receive friends anytime at the home of the son, Jimmy Byers, 803 Ford Creek Rd., Gray, TN 37615. Gray Funeral Home is proud to serve the family and friends of Mr. Hurley Jackson

MORRISTOWN — Mrs. Reba M. Jenkins, 95, Whitesburg, died Wednesday, Jan. 29. 2003, at Heritage Center. She was a Washington County native and daughter of the late Drury and Mable Brabson Morrow. Mrs. Jenkins was a member of Whitesburg Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.B. "Brown" Jenkins; and one infant son, Robert Jenkins. Survivors include two sons, Dee M. Jenkins, Whitesburg, and Gene Jenkins, Johnson City; one daughter, Wanda Lambert, Russellville; one sister, Edith Rhea, Knoxville; two grandchildren, Susan Kinsler and Jerry Lambert, both of Morristown; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Reba M. Jenkins will be conducted 8:00 pm Friday, January 31, 2003 at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Carter officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 pm Friday prior to the service. Interment services will be conducted 1:30 pm Saturday, February 1, 2003 at the Monte Vista Burial Park. Pallbearers will be Johnny Garst, Larry Garst, Clark Quillen, John Robert Long, Christopher Kinsler and Roger Kinsler. Survivors include one sister, Edith Rhea, Knoxville; two sons and daughter-in-law, Dee M. Jenkins, Whitesburg and Gene & Clara Jenkins, Johnson City; daughter and son-in-law, Wanda & Joe Wayne Lambert, Russellville, Tennessee; two grandchildren, Susan Kinsler and Jerry Lambert, Morristown; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Condolences may be sent to the family via e-mail at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, 753-0514. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangements

Jeanette Smith Jilton, 76, Johnson City, passed away peacefully at her residence Thursday, July 30, 2009, after a brief bout with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, William B. and Ruth Conner Smith. Jeanette is survived by her husband of 60 years, B.J. “Joe” Jilton; one son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Anita Jilton, one daughter, Beverly Jilton, four grandchildren, Jason and Jared Jilton, Dylan Roupas, Jennifer Roupas Widener and her husband, Andy, and one great-grandson, Michael Widener, all of Johnson City; one sister, Charlotte Smith Wilson, Knoxville; two brothers, Tom and Charles Smith, both of Johnson City; and one cousin, Musette Knight, Telford. She was of the United Methodist Faith. Jeanette was devoted to her family and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed weaving, quilting and sewing. She spent many years working beside her husband in their printing business. The family will receive friends Saturday, August 1, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral will follow at 8:00 p.m. Larry A. Jilton, a son and a student at Graham Bible College, will officiate. Interment services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2009, at Cherokee Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandchildren and nephews. The Jilton family would like to thank Medical Center Hospice for their loving and respectful care. Condolences may be sent to the Jilton family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Bill Jones, age 70, Jonesborough, Tenn., passed away March 7, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center, after a lengthy illness. He was a lifelong native of Washington County. Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lincoln and Margrette Jones; two brothers, Jack and Gary Jones; and one sister, Peggy Jones. Mr. Jones was a Free Mason, 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner, and a former member of the TN National Guard. He was retired from CF Trucking Company and was a truck driver most of his life. Survivors include two brothers, James “Buck” Jones, Jonesborough, and Roy Jones and wife, Betty, Gray; one sister, Sharon Mers, Burlington, NC; several nieces and nephews; and some very special caretakers and friends, Teri Pierce, Nancy Dickeson, Judy Jones and Grady Rice. Also a special thank you to Dr. Hemphill and Dr. Kincaid. Funeral services for Mr. Jones will be conducted at 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Vic Wallace officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews. Donations may be made to Fairview Cemetery, C/O Jim Anderson, 1104 Boones Creek Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659; or American Cancer Society, 508 Princeton Road Suite 102, Johnson City, TN 37601. Condolences may be sent to the Jones family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Mr. Jerry Wayne Jones, 71, 1525 Hwy 81 North, Jonesborough, went home to meet his Lord on July 21, 2009, at his residence. He was born June 26, 1938, in Washington County. Mr. Jones served his country with the U.S. Army for 27 years and he was of the Church of God faith. He was a wonderful piano player. Anyone who ever heard him play the piano and give his testimony knows he will be missed by all. We know the sound in heaven will be more beautiful, and the choir will have another glorious voice. Jerry was the son of the late Homer and Mary Linville Jones. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Dennis Barnes, 1987; and James Barnes, 2004. Survivors include his wife of 33 years Elaine F. Jones, of the home; four sons, Tim Barnes and wife, Karen, Greg Barnes and wife, Jeannie, all of Jonesborough, Randy and Michael Jones, Johnson City; three daughters, Kathy Pierce, Lisa Barnes and Pam Shepherd and husband, Roger, all of Jonesborough; three Grandsons, Trenton Barnes, Myrtle Beach S.C., Christopher Shepherd and Dennis Barnes, of Jonesborough; five Grand-daughters, Danielle Barnes, Amanda Worley, Chelsey Barnes, Kacei Pierce, Brandy Pilkington, all of Jonesborough; three special great grand-children, Callie and Jacob Worley, Jonesborough, and Jaden Collins, of Gray; and special friends of his church family. Jerry was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grand-Father and Great Grand-Father. Funeral services for Mr. Jones will be Friday, July 24, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Brother Earl Shelton officiating. A eulogy will be given by David Shelton. Music will be provided by David Shelton, Mary Reed and Julie Combs. Interment will follow the service in Sulphur Springs Cemetery with the graveside prayer given by T.R. Gosnell. The family will receive friends Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. Pallbearers will be Allen Melton, Hal Cutshall, Henry Walker, Jessie Barnes, Lee Melton, and Russell Bennett. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Paul Prichard, James Barnett and all Church Of God Brothers and Sisters. In Lieu of flowers please send memorial donations to Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, P.O. Box 98, Jonesborough, Tenn. Condolences may be sent to the Jones family at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Walter Dean Jones, Sr., 59, Hog Hollow Rd., Gray, died Fri., Dec. 26, 1997 at Johnson City Medical Center, following a brief illness. He was a lifelong resident of Washington County and a son of the late Walter Franklin and Naomi Blakely Jones. Mr. Jones was self-employed. He attended Bethany Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Nancy Ellen Hamilton Jones; one son, Walter Dean "Deanie" Jones, Jr., Telford, one stepson, Ricky Jones, Jonesborough, two granddaughters; and three step-grandchildren. Gray Funeral Home, Gray was in charge

Mary Louise Kajin lost her short battle with cancer on December 28, 2006, at Rosebud Health Care Center in Forsyth, Montana. She was born August 18, 1917, in Cottonwood, (Deer Lodge) MT, to James Presley and Mary Madeline Madden Purdy. Following the untimely death of her father in 1918, Mary Lou and her mother lived in a one-room cabin on Farlin Creek in the Grasshopper Valley of southwestern Montana before moving to Dillon. Mary Lou graduated from Beaverhead County High School in Dillon. She earned her Bachelors Degree from Montana State Normal College in Dillon. She attended the University of Washington at Seattle and obtained her Masters Degree in Art Education from University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. She taught school in Dillon, Anaconda, and Armstead, Montana and also in Pueblo, Colorado. In the 30’s she met the love of her life, William F. (Bill) Kajin, who was working for her stepfather, William P. Carroll, in the Big Hole Valley. They were married March 8, 1944, in Dillon and to this union three sons were born. They continued to ranch in the Big Hole until 1963, when they moved to the Mansfield place on Horse Prairie, near Grant. In 1970 they moved to Dillon, where she returned to college at Western Montana College taking courses in pottery. Mary Lou became an accomplished potter who excelled on the wheel. She continued to fly fish, ride her favorite mare, and go for car rides to most of the beautiful places in western Montana. She occasionally quipped that she “was born with wheels on her legs”. She didn’t hesitate to set people straight on the history of the area where she lived. In 1992, Bill passed away and in 1994, her son William R. died. In 1995, her grandson Nicholas died. She is survived by her sons: Jim (Kate) Kajin of Horse Prairie, Montana, their children Mathew of Missoula, Montana, Megan of Glendale, Arizona, Michael of Boulder, Montana, Mary McDougal of Boise, Idaho, and Charlie (Alecia) McDougal of Sheridan, Montana. Al (Claudia) Kajin of Forsyth, Montana and their children, Christopher Kajin of Annapolis, Maryland and Leslie (Shane) Weiler of Sweeney Creek, Montana. She is also survived by her brother Joseph (Helen) Carroll of Chubbuck, Idaho, and Ann (Gile) Mitchell of Dillon, Montana, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. Mary Lou was a member of St Rose of Lima Catholic Parish in Dillon. Family suggests memorials be made to Beaverhead Food Pantry, Beaverhead Search and Rescue, or Lions Club Low Vision Clinic. Funeral services are planned for the spring. "Be not sad she died, be glad she lived"

Edward Cephas Keebler, 97, of Gray, passed away on July 26, 2009, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Born May 7, 1912 in Washington County, TN, he was the son of the late Samuel Robinson Keebler and Mary Fannie Buck Keebler. Since 2001, Mr. Keebler called Johnson City Pine Oaks Assisted Living his home. Mr. Keebler was a member of Crossroads Christian Church. He previously belonged to Hales Chapel Church, where he served as Deacon, Elder, Elder Emeritus, Sunday School teacher, Class President of the Willing Workers Class, and was also a choir member. Mr. Keebler was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. He played the piano since he was ten years old, played for the Eastern Star, and most recently played daily for his friends at Pine Oaks Assisted Living. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Myrtle Beatrice Maupin Keebler; sister: Francis McDaniel; three brothers: Shelbourne, Robert, and James Keebler. He is survived by his daughters: Jane Broyles and husband Jack of Anderson, SC; Sandra Griffin and husband Richard of Melbourne, FL; sons: Larry Keebler and wife Susan of Johnson City, TN; Kent Keebler and wife Gayle of Gray, TN; sister: Beulah May Gregson of Conway, AR; sister-in-law: Mary Sue Keebler of Gray, TN; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, at 8:00 PM at Crossroads Christian Church, Gray, with Mr. Clint Andrews and Mr. Ed Hayes officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 PM until service time. A graveside service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM in Hales Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Broyles, David Broyles, Steven Broyles, Todd Griffin, Jonathan Keebler, Isaac Keebler, Randy Taylor, Jonathan Phillips, and Larry Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Gilbert Broyles, Taylor Broyles, Ross Broyles, and Jason Becker. Everyone is asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:50 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crossroads Covenant Building Fund, 1300 Suncrest Drive, Gray, TN 37615. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family and viewed online at www.tetrickfuneralhome.com

GRAY - Robert Lemuel Keebler, 93, passed away Wednesday (June 11, 2003) at National Health Care following a stroke. Mr. Keebler was a farmer, feed mill operator, and was employed by Tennessee Eastman Co. He was very active in church and civic affairs. Mr. Keebler was preceded in death by his parents, Samual R. Keebler and Mary Fannie Buck Keebler. His first wife was Nelle Martin Keebler and after her death, he married Alma Houseman Young Keebler. He was also preceded in death by one infant daughter; two brothers, Shelborne and James Keebler; and one sister, Frances McDaniels. Surviving are one son, Gale Keebler; one stepdaughter, Peggy Rodgers; two grandchildren, Sabrina Bacon and Bryan Keebler; three great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Edward Keebler; one sister, Beulah Gregson; one sister-in-law, Mary Sue Keebler; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours are from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. today at Hales Chapel Church. Services will follow at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Hales Chapel Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jackie Fleenor, Chad Fleenor, Larry Buckingham, Larry Keebler, Kent Keebler and Jimmy Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be Sonny DeVault, Dwight Barnes, Kyle Harrison and David Hodges. Gray Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

Stanley Royston Keebler, 86, Johnson City, passed away at his residence. A native of Sulphur Springs, he was a son of the late Jacob and Pearl Royston Keebler. Mr. Keebler was a landowner who had a great love for history, the outdoors and wildlife. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, having served his country in World War II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughters, Cindy Keebler and Patty Keebler; brother, Clark Keebler; and sister, Dorothy Vettori. Survivors include a brother, Gene Keebler and wife, Lois, Richmond, Virginia; sons, Gary Keebler, Johnson City, and Randi Keebler, Jonesborough; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A visitation for Mr. Keebler will be conducted from 5:00-7:00 PM Tuesday, February 10, 2009, from the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Washington County Animal Shelter, 525 Sells Ave., Johnson City, TN 37604. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.appfh.net. Appalachian Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., is serving the Keebler family

Dorothy Keefauver, 84, Gray, TN, died Monday, September 12, 2005, in NHC Healthcare in Johnson City. Mrs. Keefauver was a native of Washington County and had lived most of her life in Gray, TN. She was a daughter of the late David Barnes and Ollie Price Isenberg. Mrs. Keefauver was a homemaker and a former employee of Tennessee Eastman and North Electric. She was a member of the Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church. Mrs. Keefauver is preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Keefauver, and her parents. Survivors include: two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Leslie Keefauver of Kingsport, David and Linda Keefauver of Huntsville, AL; four grandchildren and their spouses, John Keefauver and Tori Campbell of Denver, CO, David and Jennifer Keefauver of Canton, GA, Bobby and Crysti Keefauver of Huntsville, AL, and Jennifer Keefauver of Nashville, TN; four great-grandchildren, Jacob and Benjamin Keefauver of Canton, GA, and Matthew and Darby Keefauver of Huntsville, AL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, 197 Suncrest Street, Gray, TN 37615 or to First Broad Street United Methodist Church, 100 E. Church Circle, Kingsport, TN 37660. Online condolences may be sent to the Keefauver family via www.morrisbaker.com. These arrangements were by the Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, 423-282-1521

Joseph D. Keefauver, 94, Appalachian Christian Village, 2022 Sherwood Drive, died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2002, at his residence following a lengthy illness. Mr. Keefauver was a Washington County native and a son of the late Joseph D. and Belle Hylton Keefauver. He was a member of Boones Creek Christian Church, where he served as a Sunday school teacher, deacon, elder and chairman of the board. Mr. Keefauver was a member of the Adult Men’s Sunday School Class. He was a graduate and valedictorian of Boones Creek High School and a graduate of Milligan College. Mr. Keefauver was a founder and on the board of directors of Emmanuel School of Religion. He was manager of Hardwick Farms, Cleveland, Tenn. He later started the Keefauver Brothers Farm. Mr. Keefauver was elected to the board of directors of the American Angus Association. He served two terms as a director and became vice president in 1959. He became president of the association in 1960. He was a speaker at an Angus conference in Argentina and judged all major Angus shows in the United States. Mr. Keefauver was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Ruby H. Keefauver, in 2001. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mr. Joseph D. Keefauver, Appalachian Christian Village, 2022 Sherwood Drive, who died Sunday, will be conducted Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2002, at 11 a.m. from Boones Creek Christian Church with Mr. Dan Lawson, Minister David Clark and Minister Robert Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Boones Creek Christian Church Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Charles “Smokey” Crouch, great-nephews and great-great-nephews. The family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday from Boones Creek Christian Church. Additional survivors include special friends, Bill McSpadden, Chilhowie, Va., and T.J. and June Cawood, Cleveland, Tenn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Boones Creek Christian Church Building Fund, 312 Christian Church Road, Gray, TN 37615. Condolences may be sent to the Davis Family via e-mail at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, 753-0514. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangement

Dorothy Keefauver, 84, Gray, TN, died Monday, September 12, 2005, in NHC Healthcare in Johnson City. Mrs. Keefauver was a native of Washington County and had lived most of her life in Gray, TN. She was a daughter of the late David Barnes and Ollie Price Isenberg. Mrs. Keefauver was a homemaker and a former employee of Tennessee Eastman and North Electric. She was a member of the Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church. Mrs. Keefauver is preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Keefauver, and her parents. Survivors include: two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary and Leslie Keefauver of Kingsport, David and Linda Keefauver of Huntsville, AL; four grandchildren and their spouses, John Keefauver and Tori Campbell of Denver, CO, David and Jennifer Keefauver of Canton, GA, Bobby and Crysti Keefauver of Huntsville, AL, and Jennifer Keefauver of Nashville, TN; four great-grandchildren, Jacob and Benjamin Keefauver of Canton, GA, and Matthew and Darby Keefauver of Huntsville, AL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, 197 Suncrest Street, Gray, TN 37615 or to First Broad Street United Methodist Church, 100 E. Church Circle, Kingsport, TN 37660. Online condolences may be sent to the Keefauver family via www.morrisbaker.com. These arrangements were by the Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City

Frances Martin Keen, 85, 515 Shadden Rd., Gray, died Thursday, July 30 at Johnson City Medical Center. Mrs. Keen lived in Washington County, TN and was a member of Gray United Methodist Church most of her life. She was the daughter of the Late James E. and Ocye Rowe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by John C. Martin (husband); two brothers, W.C. Rowe and Ray M. Rowe. Survivors include her second husband, Harold Keen of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, James and Judy Martin; three stepchildren, Jack and Sandy Keen, Sam and Judy Keen, Linda Green; two granddaughters, Stacy Jones, Summer and husband, Bryan Dinnes; four great-grandchildren, Chelsea Goodman, Cody Jones, Brooke and Morgan Dinnes; eight step grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and several special friends. The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon 1-3 p.m. in the Gray Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be held at 3 p.m. with Dr. Gene Lasley and Rev. Jodie Ihfe officiating. Graveside services will be held Monday morning at 11 a.m. at Monte Vista Memorial Gardens with Pastor Samuel Siebo officiating. The family will receive friends anytime at the home of her son, Jimmy and Judy Martin, 174 Hugh Cox Rd., Gray. Anyone else may meet at the graveside at 10:50 a.m. at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Cody Jones, Bryan Dinnes, Jack Keen, Jerry Lovegrove, Doug Jones and Brad Jones. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gerald Ramsey, Connie Dove, and Dr. Robert Allen. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Gray United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 8068, Gray, TN 37615. Gray Funeral Home is proud to serve the family of Mrs. Frances Martin Keen

Rollin Kennerly, 92, Sulphur Springs Community, died Fri., July 1, 1994 at his home. He was a Washington County native and a son of the late John Ely and Cornelia Catherine Keys Kennerly. Mr. Kennerly was a 1919 graduate of Sulphur Springs School continued his studies at East Tennessee Normal School and was a 1938 graduate of University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he received a master's degree and continued additional studies until 1949. He was a teacher having taught at Morningstar, Bowmantown, Fall Branch and Mt Carmel Schools. Mr Kennerly served as an industrial arts teacher for 13 years at David Millard and Hall Fletcher High Schools, Asheville, N.C. He returned to Tennessee in 1942 to teach industrial arts at Unicoi COunty high School, Erwin, for two years. Mr. Kennerly joined the staff of Dobyns-Bennett High School, Kingsport in 1944, where he taught industrial arts until his retirement in 1967. From 1948 until 1965 he serveds as a field inspector for the Underwriters Laboratory. Mr. Kennery taught woodworking and shop arts in Asheville and Erwin. He was the oldest member of Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife Nelle Mauk Kennerly, one son John Mauk Kennerly, Knoxville; three cousins, Ina Barkley, Telford, Glena Meriweather Taylorville, ILL and Evelyn Cleaver, Davis, Calif; and serveral nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor Jonesborough is in charge

KINGSPORT — A memorial service for Ruth Keys Kennerly, 94, who died Jan. 4, 1999, will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Vanessa Potter and the Rev. Tully Hunter officiating. Ruth was living at 105 Whispering Way when she died. She was a Washington Co. native and had lived Kingsport since the mid 1920's. She moved to Colonial Heights in 1930. She organized and led and sponsored the first Girl Scouts troop in Colonial Heights. She was a choir director at First United Methodist and Colonial Heights United Methodist Churches. She composed music and had several compositions published. She was a member of the Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church. 30 nieces and nephews. Courtesy of Gray Funeral Home

Harry W. Keys age 81, 500 E 8th Ave., Johnson City died Sunday Dec. 5, 1999 at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was a native of Washington County and a lifelong resident of this area. Mr. Keys was a son of the late O.P. and Cleo Williams Keys. He attended Sulphur Springs High School and owned and operated Pleasant Valley Mill for a number of years. He was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church. M. Keys was the owner and operator of Keys Jewelry Store for 44 years. He was preceded in death by one brother, Clyde Keys. Survivors include his wife, Ruby Bales Keys, one daughter Sherry Keys Jones, Johnson City; one brother Jack Keys, Jonesborough, one sister, Thelma Keys, Johnson City; one grandson Chad Jones, Johnson City; one granddaughter, Kristen Jones, Johnson CIty and several nieces and nephews. Morris-Baker was in charge

Mr. Jack Raymond Keys, age 87, Jonesborough, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2007, at the John M. Reed Nursing Home. Mr. Keys was a native of Washington County and son of the late Opie & Cleo Williams Keys. In addition to his parents, Mr. Keys was also preceded in death by his wife, Jo Walker Keys; and a daughter and son-in-law, Steve & Marilla Humberd. He was a US Army Veteran, having served in WWII in the European Theatre. Mr. Keys was a member of Leesburg Presbyterian Church. He owned and operated Keys Jewelry for 35 years. Survivors include two grandsons, Joseph Humberd, Jonesborough, and Jonathan Humberd, Lawrenceville, GA; two great-grandsons, Austin Humberd and Andrew Humberd, both of Jonesborough. Graveside services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 2007, at Fairview Cemetery with Rev. Joe Wall officiating. Pallbearers will be Tim Harris, Joseph Humberd, Jonathan Humberd, John Paul Jones, Bertin “Shorthair” Perez and Greg Dickson. Honorary pallbearer will be Ralph Fulkerson. Condolences may be sent to the Keys family online atwww.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, 753-3821

Mr. James Madison Keys, age 61, 143 Jimmy Keys Rd., Limestone, died Wednesday, March 9, 2005, at his residence. Mr. Keys was a native of Washington County and son of the late Searle E. & Mary Alice Martin Keys. He was a member of Pleasant View Church of Christ. He served in the National Guard from 1964-1967. Mr. Keys was owner and operator of the City Barber Shop for many years. Survivors include his wife, Zora Shelton Keys, of the home; one son, Craig H. Keys, Limestone; two daughters, Jaime Vest and her husband, Jimmy Raymond Vest, and Kimberly Keys, both of Limestone; two granddaughters, Madison Beth Blevins and Kaylee Beth Vest, both of Limestone; two sisters, Nellie Ruth Hannabas, Jonesborough, and Parris Ann Bemben, Kingsport; four brothers, Daniel “Danny” Yates Keys, Charles “Bit” Albert Keys, Billy Joe Keys and Frank Baxter Keys, all of Limestone. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2005, at Pleasant View Church of Christ with Minister Charles Huff officiating. Interment services will follow in Pleasant Grove United Methodist Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brothers & Nephews. The family will receive friends from 5-8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2005, at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Pleasant View Church of Christ Building Fund, 153 Glendale Rd. Limestone, Tennessee 37681. Condolences may be sent to the Keys Family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough

Mrs. Jo Katherine Keys, 77, 143 Keys Drive, Jonesborough, died Sunday, Aug. 22, 1999, at Asbury Center following a lengthy illness. She was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late Louise Campbell Walker. She and her husband, Jack Keys, owned and operated Keys Jewelers in Erwin for 40 years before retiring in 1986. They also operated a dairy farm in the Leesburg community. Mrs. Keys was a former member of the Telford Garden Club and the Erwin Professional Women's Club. She was a member of Leesburg Presbyterian Church. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include one daughter, Marilla Humberd, of the home; two grandchildren, Joseph Humberd, Jonesborough, and Jonathan Humberd, of the home; one great-granddaughter, Taylor Humberd, Jonesborough; and one niece. Dillow-Taylor was in charge

OWENSVILLE, Ind. — Mrs. Oria S. Keys died Thursday, August 25, 2005, in Owensville, Indiana, after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Keys was born in Stonega, VA, and was a daughter of the late Frank S. and Rita Ellen Cress Smith. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ivan Ralph Keys, in 1994; her son, Gerald S. Keys, in 1996; and a sister, Bettie Proffitt. Mrs. Keys owned and operated The Tailor Shop in Johnson City for over 19 years. She was a member of 1st United Methodist Church in Johnson City. She was a former choir director for Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church, 1st Methodist Church in Jonesborough and Telford United Methodist Church. She was a member and past president of Altrusa International. Surviving: a daughter, Carolyn Elizabeth Spitler, Oakland City, IN; a granddaughter, Kimberly Dawn and husband, Donald Joseph Wright; three great-grandchildren, D.J. Wright, Travis Vance Wright and Valerie Wright; a sister, Isabel Anderson, Rogersville, TN; and several nieces & nephews. Memorial services for Mrs. Oria S. Keys will be conducted 11:00 am Wednesday, August 31, 2005, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joe Galloway officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Wednesday, prior to the memorial service. Memorial donations may be made to 1st United Methodist Church, 900 Spring St., Johnson City, TN 37604, or your favorite charity. Condolences may be sent to the Keys family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

KINGSPORT — Robert C. Keys, 80, of Kingsport, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2007, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church. His parents, William and Margaret Keys, preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Susie Keys, Kingsport; one nephew, Gene Keys, Johnson City, TN; one niece, Carolyn Branch, Appomattox, VA; and two brothers-in-law, Bobby Garst, Fall Branch, and Ronnie Garst, Limestone. The family will receive friends Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport. Services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. J. Thomas Phillips officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oak Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Roy Cloud, Lloyd Tipton, Charles Barrett, Ed Walls, Delbert Loudermilk and Gene Keys. Please visit hamlettdobson.com. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Robert Keys. Janelle Warden just recently learned that Robert Keys had driven himself to the store in Colonial Heights and returning to his home he got on the interstate (most likely I-81) going the wrong way; the family must have lots of "if onlies" and I pray they may have peace in their minds over the situation

Theodore Roosevelt Keys, 77, Old Jonesborough Rd., Jonesborough, died Fri., May 3 1996 at Lakebridge Healthcare Center following a lengthy illness. He was a Jonesborough native and a son of the late William Allison and Amy Taylor Keys. Mr. Keys was an Army veteran. He was a retired engineer machinist with Johnson City Foundry. Mr. Keys was a Baptist. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Lillian Yelton Keys, in 1983. Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn Kelly, Jonesborough and Patricia Hopkins Johnson City; four sisters Evely Hood and Eleanor Heckroth, both of New York and Ruth Kennerly and Nell Bell, both of Kngsport; two brothers, Will Keys, Gray and Charles Keys Kingsport; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Snyder's Gray was in charge

Plant City, FLA. --Carl Vincent "Buck" Kincheloe, 71, Plant City,died Mon., Sept. 1, 1997. He was a Washington County, Tenn. native, and a son of the late Luther and Charmie Chase Kincheloe. Mr. Kincheloe was also preceded in death by one brother. Survivors include one aunt, Pearl Fulkerson, Gray, Tenn; two uncles, Kib Kincheloe, Jonesborough, Tenn. and William Powell Chase, Kingsport, Tenn; one niece; and several cousins. Courtesy of Gray Funeral Home

Mrs. Mary Lucy Kincheloe, 92, 885 Highway 81 N, Jonesborough, died Wednesday, June 19, 2002, at John M. Reed Nursing Home, Limestone. Mrs. Kincheloe was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late John and Lottie Pearl Hylton Diehl. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Kincheloe was a member of Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren. She was preceded in death by her husband, S.K. “Kib” Kincheloe; and two daughters, Sue Wheelock and Elizabeth Rector. Survivors include two daughters, Aileen Mitchell and Sammie Keys, both of Jonesborough; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lucy Kincheloe will be conducted at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 22, 2002, at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home chapel with Minister Wayne Boswell officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday prior to the service. Interment services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 23, 2002, at the Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren Cemetery. Pallbearers will be the grandsons, Sammy Wheelock, Danny Mack Keys, Joey Keys, Steve Lawson, Mike Rector, Jimmy Rector, Allen Lowe and Tony Keys. Memorial donations may be made to the John M. Reed Nursing Home at 124 John M. Reed Nursing Home Road, Limestone, TN 37681. Condolences may be sent to dillow@preferred.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangements

Samuel "Kib" Kincheloe, 90 Anderson Health Care Center, Gray, formerly of the Fairview community died Tues. March 10, 1998 at the facility. He was a Washington County native and a son of the late Sam Kincheloe Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Mitchell Kincheloe. Mr. Kincheloe was a retired farmer. He operated a feed mill in Gray and did custom baling and thrashing in Washington County. Mr. Kincheloe was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mary Lucy Diehl Kincheloe, four daughters, Elizabeth Rector, Limestone, Aileen Mitchell, Jonesborough, Sue Wheelock, Dade City, Fla., and Sammie Keys, Tallahassee, Fla., one sister, Minnie Pearl Fulkerson, Gray, nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor Jonesborough was in charge

Kingsport -- Vendor Kincheloe, 76, Suncrest Dr., Gray died Fri., Nov. 24, 1995 at Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was a Sullivan County native and a son of the late Luther and Charmie Chase Kincheloe. Mr. Kincheloe retired from Warrior Path State Park after 30 years of service as an attendant. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Leanor Kincheloe in 1980. Survivors include one daughter, Trudy Watkins, Gray; one brother, Vincent "Buck" Kincheloe, FLorida; and three granddaughters, Trina Watkins, Lori Watkins and Amy Watkins, all of Gray. Gray Funeral Home, Gray was in charge

Kingsport -- Luke Gale Kiser, 65, Gray-Sulphur Springs Rd., Jonesborough, died Tues., March 17, 1998 at Holston Valley Medical Center following a brief illness of cancer. Mr. Kiser was a Washington COunty native and a son of the late Smith and Nila Sue Jones Kiser. He was a carpenter and farmer. Mr. Kiser retired from Baxter. He was a Baptist. Mr. Kiser was a member of Sinking Creek Masonic Lodge No. 575 F&AM, Kingsport Jericho Temple, Nolachuckey-Grandview Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 194 and York Rite and Socttish RIte bodies. He was also preceded in death by one daughter and one sister. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Jean Hobbs Kiser; one daughter, Barbara Cox, Jonesborough; two grandsons, Craig Cox and Brandon Cox; one niece, Tammy Crowe; and two nephews,Tommy Ford and Terry Ford. Gray Funeral Home, Gray was in charge

Sara Jane Carter Knight, 73, 804 North Hills Dr., Johnson City, died Friday, Sept. 15, 2006, at NHC of Johnson City following a lengthy illness. She was a native of Washington County and was the daughter of the late Lee McKinley and Mary Anne Keys Carter. Mrs. Knight was a graduate of E.T.S.U. and was a retired schoolteacher, having taught many years in the Washington County School System at the Jonesborough Middle School. She was also an avid bowler. She was a member of Marvinï's Chapel United Methodist Church. Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Mark P. Knight; sister, Mary Emma Johnson. Survivors: Daughter: Sandy Knight, JC; Son: Rick Knight, JC; Grand daughter: Nola Knight, JC; Brothers: Billy Lee Carter and Clyde Carter, both of Johnson City; Sisters: Carolyn Baird and Dorothy C. Rose, both of Johnson City, and Patricia Baird, of Morristown; Special Friend: Ida Honeycutt, of JC; Several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday Sept. 17, 2006, at 8 PM from the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ricky Clowers and Minister Byron Paddock officiating. Graveside services will be held Monday Sept. 18, 2006, at 11 AM from Fairview Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jeff Larimer, Ken Johnson, Jeff Johnson, Ronny Baird, David Rose, Dan Baird, Duane Rose and Dale Rose. Honorary pallbearers will be Kurtis Fullbright, Steve Jellicourse and Blane Bishop. The family will receive friends Sunday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the Marvin�s Chapel United Methodist Church activity center fund 1882 Old Boones Creek Rd Gray, Tn 37615. Condolences may be sent online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Mrs. Irma B. Kitzmiller, 87, Jonesborough, died Saturday, Nov. 2, 2002, at Johnson City Medical Center. Mrs. Kitzmiller was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late James B. and Cleo Campbell Bowman. She was an active member of Central Christian Church, Jonesborough. Mrs. Kitzmiller was employed by Washington County and retired after 35 years of service in various offices of the Jonesborough and Washington County courthouses. She was a long-standing officer of the Watauga Association of Genealogists of Upper East Tennessee and a member of the Book Committee for the publication of the History of Washington County, Tennessee, in 1988. Mrs. Kitzmiller was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Kitzmiller; and one brother, Jack C. Bowman. Survivors include two daughters, Ellen Hattaway, Asheville, N.C., and Becky Wimmer, Ferrum, Va.; four grandchildren, Earl Hattaway and Eric Hattaway, both of North Carolina, and Sara Hatman and Clay Bailey, both of Virginia; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Irma Kitzmiller will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2002, at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home chapel with Senior Minister of Central Christian Church the Rev. Dennis Wheeler and the Rev. Steve Hill officiating. Interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002, at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Men of Central Christian Church in Jonesborough. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2002, prior to the funeral service. Memorial donations may be made in Memory of Mrs. Kitzmiller’s mother Cleo Bowman, and brother, Jack C. Bowman, to the Leukemia Society of America, Tennessee Chapter, 301 S. Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 117, Nashville, TN 37211

Mrs. Lucille Shadden Kitzmiller, 81, Gray, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002, at her residence. Mrs. Kitzmiller was a Sullivan County native but had lived in Gray for most of her life. She was a daughter of the late J.H. Shadden and Mary Bowser Shadden. Mrs. Kitzmiller was preceded in death by her husband, James D. "Todd" Kitzmiller; and one brother, William Shadden, paternal grandparents, Ollie and Porter Shadden; and maternal grandparents, Vennie and Ed Bowser. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Compton Bowman and son-in-law, Gary Bowman, Gray; son, James E. Kitzmiller and daughter-in-law, Brenda Kitzmiller, Gray; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one stepgranddaughter; one stepgreat-grandson; stepmother, Shirley Shadden; half brother, Richard Shadden; half sisters, Beverly Lovegrove and Marilyn Goodman; several nieces and nephews; special sister-in-law, Sue Shadden; and special friend, Ella Mae Barnes. Pallbearers will be friends and neighbors. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Eads, Don Almany, Dr. Frank Johnson, Dr. Burgin Dossett Jr., Dr. Paul Brown and Dr. Jack Williams. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 2002, in the Gray Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Garry Eads and David Guinn officiating. Music will be provided by Stacy Vance. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday in the Gray chapel. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Dec. 7, 2002, in Fordtown Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Rock Heritage Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5305, Kingsport, TN 37663, or Fordtown Cemetery Fund, 444 Old Fordtown Road, Kingsport, TN 37663. Gray Funeral Home, Gray, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangements

Mildred Loquiel Cox Kitzmiller, age 83, of Gray, passed away Thursday, August 31, in the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Daily and Ina Hite Cox and was born in Sullivan County, TN. She was a graduate of Sullivan High School and Whitney Business College. She formerly was employed by Tennessee Eastman. She professed faith in Christ at an early age and was baptized in the creek near Double Springs Baptist Church. She attended area churches, most recently Fordtown Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Kitzmiller; an infant daughter; 3 brothers, Milton, Jack and Vernon Cox; and an infant granddaughter, Sarah Guinn. She is survived by 1 daughter, Patricia Guinn and husband, David of Gray; 1 son, Dail Kitzmiller and wife, Kim, of Gray; 4 grandchildren Niki (Ben) Carder, Brooke (Cory) Passehl, Aaron (Tarah) Guinn and Emily Guinn; 2 great-grandchildren, Houston and Dailey Carder. The Kitzmiller Family will have a private graveside service. Memorials may be made to Fordtown Baptist Church, 444 Old Fordtown Road, Kingsport, TN. Gray Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

William "Bill" Marion Kincheloe, Jr., 50 of 833 Dry Creek Road, Jonesborough, died suddenly January 31, 2006, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Washington County, son of William M. "Papa" Kincheloe Sr. and Nancy "Dell Kincheloe and had lived most of his life in Washington County. Bill was employed by the Johnson City Schools in maintenance and had formerly worked for the John Sevier Center for many years. He was a member of the First Christian Church, Johnson City but had attended the Embreeville United Methodist Church recently. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Oak Duncan (O.D.) and Lola Kincheloe; his step grandparents: James and Mildred Lewis; and his maternal grandparents: Finley and Lillian O'Dell. Survivors include: his wife, Brenda Lynn Woodward Kincheloe, and three sons, Michael, Will and Nathan Kincheloe, all of the home; parents, Marion & Barbara (Papa and Mimi) Kincheloe Sr., of Sevierville; and mother, Nancy O'Dell Kincheloe, of Knoxville; two brothers, Carl Kincheloe, Bristol, Steve Hendrix, St. Louis, MO; two sisters, Jan Mobley, Kingsport, and Malany Looper, of Fort Myers, FL; nieces and nephews, Erin Mobley Norman, Christopher Mobley, Erika Bates, Caitlyn and Amanda "Dani" Flynn; many aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral service is scheduled for Friday, February 3, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. in the South Chapel of the Morris-Baker Funeral Home, under the direction of Rev. Gene Deaton. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A committal service will be conducted on Saturday, February 4, 2006 in the Monte Vista Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. The family and friends are asked to assemble at the funeral home to leave in procession by 9:30 a.m. Active pallbearers will be: Michael Kincheloe, "Little" Bill "Chester" Cox, Sammy Witcher, Jon Flynn, Carroll Butler and Big Billy Cox; honorary pallbearers will be: Mark Treadway, Ronnie Collins, Christopher Mobley, George O�Dell and the Johnson City Schools Maintenance Department. Memorials may be made in the form of contributions to: Buffalo Mountain United Methodist Camp, 241 Methodist Camp Road, Jonesborough, TN

Sam Jack (Sonny) Keebler, 76, of Limestone, died Wednesday, April 5, 2006, at Laughlin Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. Mr. Keebler was a dairy farmer in Limestone for over 45 years and was a member of the Limestone U.M. Church. He was a kind and gentle man known for his business integrity & consideration of his employees. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Gillespie Keebler; and father, Sam Murray Keebler. Survivors include several cousins: Karen Flowers, of Irmo, S.C., Kathy Callahan and Kim Medlin, of Cumming, Ga., U.S. Keebler III, of Limestone, Gale Keebler Arnold, of Johnson City, Doug Keebler, of Limestone, Jack & Allison Lowry, of Tampa, Fla., Mickey Williams, of Palm Desert, Calif., Russ Williams, of Knoxville; and beloved friend, Virginia Crane, of Limestone. Also a special thanks to all the employees of John M. Reed Nursing Home & Elde Reed Haus in Limestone for their loving care of Mr. Keebler. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. in Jeffers Mortuary Chapel. Internment will be conducted at Urbana Cemetery on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Joe Miller officiating. Family will receive friends Saturday from 4-5:30 p.m. at Jeffers Mortuary. In lieu of flowers contributions can be sent to Limestone UMC. Condolences may be sent to the Keebler family at www.jeffersmortuary.com

Miss Leota Fern Keys, 77, Jimmy Keys Road, Limestone, TN died Monday, November 10, 2003 at the Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She was a native of Washington County and a daughter of the late Robert Lewis and Margaret Cline Keys. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Thelma Louise Keys and infant June Keys; three brothers, Cecil Dean Keys, Robert Beryl Keys and infant Clifford Keys. Miss Keys was a member of Pleasant Grove Methodist Church. Surviving: a sister Kathleen Simerly, Charlotte , NC and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services for Miss Leota Fern Keys will be conducted 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Wayne Boswell officiating. Interment will be 10:00 AM Thursday, November 13, 2003 at Pleasant Grove Methodist Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Albert “Bit” Keys, Frank Keys, Joey Keys, Jimmy Keys, Danny Keys, Bruce Brobeck II and Bruce Brobeck III. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 PM Wednesday, November 12, 2003 prior to the funeral service. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

GREENEVILLE — Mary Rhea Keys, 99, died Tuesday, October 11, 2005, at the KDM Durham Hensley Nursing Home. She was a resident of the Clear Springs Community, Greeneville. She was a faithful member of the Clear Springs United Methodist Church and attended Gleaners Guild Sunday School Class as long as her health permitted. She took an active part in the Home Demonstration Club, Greater Limestone Parish Mature Years, Clear Springs Ruritanettes and Greeneville Roby Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Keys; daughter, Barbara Ann Keys Walker; son, Elbert Rhea Keys; brothers, Robert Rhea Jr., Ralph Rhea, Dennis Rhea and Kenneth Rhea; and sister, Irene Rhea Holland. She is survived by her Daughter & Son-in-law, Martha & John E. Shanks, Lenoir, N.C.; Son & Daughter-in-law, James F. and Joyce A. Keys, Milburnton; Grandchildren, Dee Ann & Max Blevins, Jeanine & Ronald Fertitts, Lynn & Joe Adcock, Jamie & Dwayne Steele, Julie & Jeff McCrary, John R. & Deborah Shanks, Hubert Jr. & Shirley Walker, Rick & Betsy Shanks, Ken & Christine Shanks, Raymond & Julie Walker and Hoy Keys; 22 Great Grandchildren; 14 Great Great Grandchildren; Nephews, Holland Lee Jr., Chris Holland, Roger Rhea and Carroll Rhea; niece Sandra Rhea White; Sisters-in-law, Edythe Rhea, Bertram Rhea, Dot Strange, Cleo McClelland and Lillian Keys. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 16, 2005, at 7 p.m. in the Jeffers Mortuary Chapel. Rev. Wayne Steele, Rev. Susan Anderson and Rev. Israel Franco will serve as officiants. Graveside service and interment will take place in the Pleasant Vale Cemetery Monday, October 17, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. The grandchildren will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Charles Montgomery, Dr. William Bell, the staff of Durham Hensley Nursing Home and the Gleaners Guild Sunday School Class. The family will receive friends Sunday, October 16, 2005, from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at Jeffers Mortuary. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jeffersmortuary.com

Homer Kitzmiller 73, 503 E. Main St. Jonesborough, died Thursday at North Side Hospital after a brief illness. He was a native of Washington COunty and the son of the late William C. and Tisha Barry Kitzmiller. Mr. Kitzmiller was a member of the Buffalo Ridge Historical Cemetery Association. He was a member of Central Christian Church, Jonesborough. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Irma Bowman Kitzmiller; two daughters, Ellen Hattaway, Asheville, N.C. and Rebecca Wimmer, Ferrum, Va; four sisters, Mrs. Alta Livingston, Mrs. Margie Moury, Miss Pauline Kitzmiller and Mrs. Norma Jean Tucker, allof Johnson City; two brothers, William Kitzmiller, Carter County, and Fred Kitzmiller, Chicago; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Saturday from the Chapel of Dillow Taylor Funeral Home with Dr. henry Webb officiating. Interment followed in the Fairview Cemetery. Dillow Taylor Funeral Home Jonesborough was in charge of the arrangements

Mrs. Gladys Ruth Lady, 83, Sulphur Springs community, died Sun. April 13, 1997, at her son's residence after a brief illness. She was a Washington County native and a daughter of the late William Russell and Yula Kate Keys Moore. Mrs. Lady was a homemaker. She was a member of Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lady was an active member of the F.C.E. Club, the Farm Bureau and was a 4-H leader. She was also a member of the First Frontier, Blue Ridge, and Olde Towne Quilters guilds. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl lady Sr., in 1972, one son and two brothers. Survivors include one son, Carl Lady Jr., Jonesborugh; two daughters Ruth Hurst, Charlotte, N.C. and Zella Hunigan, Blountville; three grandsons, James Hurst and Russell Hurst, both of Charlotte and Bill Hunigan, Blountville; and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylor Jonesborough was in charge

Anna Ruth Lewis, 79, of Harmony Community, Jonesborough, passed away early Monday morning, September 28, 2009, after a period of declining health. Anna was a housewife, and operated a dairy farm with her husband for many years. She was employed at Kingsport Press for 6 years. She was a member of Harmony Baptist Church, where she enjoyed attending the senior citizens’ luncheons when her health permitted. She was preceded in death by a son, Jerry Lee Lewis; her father, Clifford “Tip” Hite; mother, Leona Ferguson Hite; and two brothers, Henry Hite and Jimmy Hite. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Bill Lewis; daughter, Fredna Smith and husband John; a son, Billy Joe Lewis and wife Kathie; two granddaughters, Kalen Lewis and Kara Lewis, all of Jonesborough. She is also survived by brother-in-law Dean Lewis and sister-in-law Ethel Lewis, both of Jonesborough, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 till 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Harmony Baptist Church. Services will be conducted at 8 p.m., with Rev. Steve Pate and Rev. Greg Davis officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Sulphur Springs Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Lewis, Ricky Lewis, Lynn Hite, Ethan Hite, Bo Wheelock, and Al Wheelock. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Lewis, Don Lewis, Burl Fann, Jr., and Marty Hayes. Donations in Anna’s memory may be sent to Harmony Baptist Church, 1166 Harmony Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659. Please visit www.hamlettdobson to leave online condolences for the family. Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Fall Branch, is serving the family of Anna Lewis

Mrs. Eva Walker Light 68, Rt 7 Jonesborough, died last Tuesday evening in Johnson City Medical Center Hospital following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Light was a native of Washington County and a daughter of the late William and Fannie Martin Walker. She was a teacher with the Washington County School System and also taught music. Mrs. Light was a member of the Sulphur Springs United Methodist Church where she was organist for many years. Survivors include her husband Earl Light; three daughters, Mrs. Sandra Good, Gray, Mrs. Joann Ford and Mrs. John Jennings, both of Jonesborough; one son, Steve Light, Telford; one sister, Mrs. Walter Martin, Limestone; ine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Dillow Taylor was in charge. [It was Eva Light who told Janelle about the Walker cousins and brothers not liking the new Sulphur Springs Road that went through their property. The old Sulphur Springs Road

Samuel Earl Light, 81, Earl Light Cir., Jonesborough, died Tues., July 23, 1996 at Asbury Center. He was a California native and a son of the late Sam and Julia Garst Light Mr. Light retired from Tennessee Eastman Co., Kingsport after 42 years of service. He was a farmer and building contractor. Mr. Light was a member of Sulphur Springs Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Mrs. Eva Walker Light, in 1984. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Verna Britton Light; three daughters, Katherine Jennings, Jonesborough, Sandra ford, Gray, and Joann Ford, Jonesborough; one son, Steven E. Light, Limestone; one stepson, Richard Britton, Church Hill; three sisters, Iva Ford and Louise Curtis, both of Jonesborough, and Buena Martin, Kingsport; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Dillow-Taylro, Jonesborough, was in charge

Mrs. Elsie Bacon Little, 82, Johnson City, died Saturday, Nov. 16, 2002, at Johnson City Medical Center. Mrs. Little was a lifelong Washington County resident and a daughter of the late Ralph and Lula Price Bacon. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Little was a member of Skyline Heights Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school in the Preschool Department for 30 years. She was a Red Cross volunteer for Memorial Hospital and Johnson City Medical Center. Mrs. Little was preceded in death by her husband, Tom C. Little, in 2001; and one infant daughter. Survivors include two daughters, Ann Dykes, Johnson City, and Glenda Smith, Gray; two brothers, James Bacon, Old Fort, N.C., and Clyde Bacon, Carter County; three grandchildren, Melissa Smith, Beth Smith and Dr. James T. Dykes; two great-grandchildren; two aunts; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Mrs. Elsie Bacon Little, 82, Johnson City, who died Saturday, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the Morris-Baker North Chapel. Rev. Donald Page and Dr. Kenneth Gaskin will officiate. Committal services will follow in the Monte Vista Burial Park. Pallbearers will be selected from friends and men of Skyline Heights Baptist Church. For those who prefer, the family suggests memorials to Skyline Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 1601 Skyline Drive, Johnson City, TN 37604. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1-2 p.m. Monday. Mrs. Little is survived by two daughters, Ann Dykes, Johnson City, and Glenda Smith, Gray; two brothers, James Bacon, Old Fort, N.C., and Clyde Bacon, Carter County; three grandchildren, Melissa Smith, Beth Smith and Dr. James T. Dykes; two great-grandchildren, Joseph Dykes and Elizabeth Dykes; two aunts; and several nieces and nephews. Online condolences may be sent to the family through www.morrisbaker.com. Morris-Baker Funeral Home, 2001 Oakland Ave., Johnson City, Tenn., is in charge of the arrangements

Elizabeth "Betty" Bacon Lopez, 70, 2185 Old Clyde Road, Clyde, N.C. did Monday, May 8, 2000. Mrs. Lopez was a former resident of Jonesborough and a daughter of the late Lonnie M. and Herma Maynard Bacon. She had held several positions at First United Methodist Church, Waynesville, including Christian Education Coordinator, Kindergarten teacher, and most recently Every Member inMinistry Coordinator until her retirement in january 1999. Survivors include her husband, Santiago J. Lopez; three daughters Libby Robinson and her husband Danny of Waynesville, N.C.; Jane Prewett and her husband Mike of Alpharetta, Ga; and Becky Kassner, Winston-Salem, N.C.; one grandson Payton Kassner; one brother, Rev. Dr. John Y. Bacon Hixson, Tenn; and one uncle Sheb Maynard, Canton, N.C. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 838, Waynesville, N.C. 28786

Mrs. Mamie Rector Lowe, 46, 351 Glendale Rd. Limestone, Tn. died at her home Sunday, September 25, 2005. She was a native of Washington County and the daughter of James W. Rector and the late Elizabeth Kinchloe Rector. She was also preceded in death by three of her Grandparents. Mrs. Lowe previously was employed by Gray Elementary School in the Special Education Dept. She was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. Survivors, in addition to her father, include her husband Allen Lloyd Lowe of the home, two brothers, Jimmy Rector and Mike Rector of Limestone and one Grandparent, Margaret Rector also of Limestone. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 pm on Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, with Rev. Susan Anderson and Rev. Randall Emmert officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday Evening, September 27, 2005 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. Pallbearers for the graveside service will be Larry Cavins, Gordon “Buddy” Gilliam, Danny Francis, Allen Neal, Steve Lawson, and Josh Dugger. Condolences may be sent to the Lowe family online at www.dillow-taylor.com. Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services