William Everett Gibbons, M.D.

ROGERSVILLE - William Everett Gibbons, M. D., age 85, of 206 Dobson Drive, Rogersville, Tenn., died Friday (July 27, 2007) at Wellmont Hawkins County Memorial Hospital, Rogersville, Tenn., following an extended illness due to Alzheimer's Disease.

Dr. Gibbons was a prominent physician of Hawkins County, having received his Golden Graduate certificate in Oct. 1998 and 50 year pin from the University of Tennessee School of Medicine, Memphis, Tenn., in recognition of his 50 years of medical practice.

He was born in Mills, New Mexico and as a child lived in New Mexico, Arkansas and Missouri.

He attended premedical school at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Ark., and the Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Tex.

Dr. Gibbons attended medical school at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis, Tenn., graduating in 1948. He served his internship at John Gaston Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.

He first established a medical practice in southwest Virginia to work with a coalfield doctor, Joshua P. Sutherland, M.D., in Grundy, Va., in 1951.

He was recalled by the Navy in 1952 and served two years in the Navy Medical Corps (Dec. 1952 - Oct. 1954 having served at Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii), after having served in the U. S. Navy Sept. 1943 - June 1946. After discharge, he came to Rogersville in 1954 and was employed by TVA in the medical clinic at John Sevier Steam Plant.

Dr. Gibbons went into private practice one year later at the suggestion of Dr. Walter L. Goforth, Rogersville physician.

In 1959 he went back to school for a year of post graduate training in internal medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School in Philadelphia. There he was a member of the Phi Rho Sigma.

He remained active in general practice and had a large obstetrical practice, delivering approximately 3,600 babies during his career. He gave up his ob practice in 1984 because of his health but continued his general practice until 1988.

During his years of practice, Dr. Gibbons was a Life Time Member of the Southern Medical Association, a member of the Tennessee Medical Association, the Hawkins County Medical Society, and a charter member of the Hawkins County Memorial Hospital medical staff. He served as the medical advisor for the Hawkins County Department of Human Services Child Abuse Board, the local Cancer Society and was the Hawkins County Medical Examiner for 23 years. When he retired the Medical Examiner post, he had held that position longer than any other in the state of Tennessee. He also served as the Hawkins County Memorial Hospital Lab Director from 1961-1988.

He was honored by the Rotary Club and presented the Paul Harris Fellow Award for "Service Above Self' September 27,1990. He was recognized by the Modem Woodmen of America Camp 15413 for his outstanding service to the community June 30, 1991.

Dr. Gibbons retired from his private medical practice, July 1, 1988. However, he was called out of retirement by J.B. Howe, executive director of the Rural Health Consortium and joined the Rogersville Medical Clinic on Feb. 5, 1991 to fill in for Dr. Josie Marcelo while she served in Operation Desert Storm. He last retired in December 1993.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rogersville since he first came to Rogersville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Edmond and Ruby Lavina Everett Gibbons; infant sister, Fern Lavinia Gibbons; his first wife of 11 years, Eula "Mae" Mullins Gibbons of Haysi, Va.; son-in-law, Jerry Helton; brothers-in-law, Tommy Cane, Donatd Price, Bill Chandler, Aubrey Fuller and Donald Crawford.

Surviving is his wife of 42 years, Carolyn Davis Gibbons, of the home; a son, William Patrick Gibbons and wife "Sasha" Alexandra S.; and three daughters, Sandra A. Kelley and husband, George, Martha B. Kaczmarek and husband Bob, and Mary G.Turner; two grandchildren, Matthew Black and Bethanna A. McCormick and husband Ray; three step grandchildren, Illya Igororvich Gryngauz, Ben Kelley and Erika K. Myers; two great grandchildren, Noah McCormick and Tabetha McCormick; three step great grandchildren, Brandon and Connie Kelley, and Iasiah Myers, all of Huntsville, Ala.; two brothers, Raymond Royce Gibbons, Ft. Forth, Tex. and Glen Arlon Gibbons and wife Lucille, of Chula Vista, Calif. and his faithful companion, his Boston Terrier, "Maggie," given to him by Jeffrey and Amanda Gunter.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Colboch-Price Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. Sunday in the Colboch-Price Chapel with Rev. Robert Riley officiating, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Rogersville.

Music will be provided by Justin Nelson, Music director at First Baptist Church of Rogersville.

Honorary pallbearers, Hawkins County Medical Society, Rodney Price, Gene Hawks, Joe G. Price, William Pack, Don Broome, George Morgan, Rex LaRoy, Raymond Absher, Walter L. Goforth, M.D., Andrew Johnson, M.D., Larry Elkins, M.D., and Daniel Carroll, M.D.

Pallbearers, Vic Wolfe, Mitchell Wolfe, Brian Russell, Mack Brooks, John Brooks, Henry E. Price, Randy Price, and Jeffrey Gunter.

The Hawkins County Color Guard and the Tennessee Army National Guard will conduct military graveside honors 11 a.m. Monday in Highland Cemetery.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the First Baptist Church TV ministry.

Colboch-Price Funeral Home in Rogersville is serving the Gibbons family.

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Eckel Gibson

Pennington Gap, Va. - Eckel Gibson , 89, Pennington Gap, Va., died on Monday (Dec. 25, 2006) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tenn.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday at Province Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday from the Sanctuary of Province Funeral Home.

Burial will follow at Powell Valley Cemetery in Dryden, Va.

Submitted by Don Lane

KINGSPORT - Hester Mae "Granny" Housewright Derrick Gibson, 88, a resident of Sunbridge Brookhaven Health Care Center, and a former resident of Route 3, Gate City, Va., went to be with Jesus at 5:50 p.m. Monday (Sept. 18, 2000) at the center.

Phyllis (Cox) Gibson

Mildred Aleen (Pierson) Morrell Gillenwater

Newt Gilliam

Clayton Rex Gilreath

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

Clayton Rex Gilreath , 71, 389 W. Jackson St., Gate City, Va., died Monday (Nov. 2, 1998) at his residence. A lifelong resident of Scott County, Va., he was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in the Korean War. He was a retired lab technician at the Tennessee Eastman Co. He attended Meade Chapel Church and was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Belle Arrington Gilreath , Oct. 17, 1992; parents, William and Florence Wolfe Gilreath ; and one brother, George Washington Gilreath .

Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Deanna and Marty Ward, Kingsport; son and daughter-in-law, Rex Anthony and Joyce Meade Gilreath , Nickelsville, Va.; five grandchildren, Alicia Gilreath and Trevor Gilreath , Derek Ward, Darian Ward and Adrianna Ward; two sisters, Elsie Gilreath and Edith Griffin, both of Gate City, Va.; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, Va., and anytime at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. today at the funeral home chapel with Henry Wayne Meade officiating. Music will be conducted by Linda Meade, Thelma Hall and Mildred Vicars.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at Holston View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

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Sherri Elaine (Burke) Goolsby

GAINESVILLE, GA - Sherri Elaine (Burke) Goolsby, 46, died Saturday, March 24, 2001, in Gainesville.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 28,2001, at Floral Hills Memory Gardens, 3000 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker, Georgia.

Mrs. Goolsby was born January 15, 1955, in Sullivan County, Tennessee. She was the daughter of Jerald Rudolph Burke, and the late Virginia Roosevelt Burke. "Rudy" Burke retired after a long career at the Atlanta Journal as its Copy Editor. H,e was also known for two books that he wrote.

At a young age, Mrs. Goolsby moved to Decatur. After graduating from Decatur High School in 1973, she attended Emory at Oxford for two years. She then earned both her undergraduate and masters degrees from the University of Georgia. During her career, Mrs. Gooisby worked as a schoolteacher, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a counselor.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth E. Goolsby, Jr., M.D.; two sons, Kenneth E. Goolsby, III and Andrew M. Goolsby of Gainesville; her father, Jerald R. Burke, formerly of Decatur, who now resides in Columbus; two sisters, Vera N. Duffey, and her husband, Richard, of Phenix City, AI., Yolanda D. Townsend, and her husband, Bruce, of Kingsport, Tenn.; four nieces, Darla Lowe (Duncan) of Columbus, Rhonda Edwards (David) of Phenix City, AI., Tonya Wilson (Steve) of Knoxville, Tenn., Teresa Hall (Roger) of Kingsport, Tenn.; and several great nieces and nephews.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville.

The Times, Gainesville, GA
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Byrl T. Graham Jr.

DUFFIELD, Va. — Byrl T. Graham Jr., 88, formerly of Kingsport, died Thursday (Nov. 6, 2008) at Lee Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Graham was born on Oct. 9, 1920 and a resident of Kingston Center, Duffield, Va. He was a farmer and loved to travel. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a Baptist.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Byrl Thomas Graham, Sr. and Willie Kate Johnson Graham; brother, Daniel Eugene Graham; sister, Mary Joyce Goodson; and a infant sister.
He is survived by a sister, Elizabeth Ann Graham of Johnson City; and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tennessee with the American Legion Post #3/265 and the Tennessee National Guard. Pallbearers will be the Color Guard. The family wishes to express a special thank you to caregiver Jamie Deirth and the staff and residence of Kingston Center. Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, Va. is in charge of arrangements.

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Betty Sue (Head) Gray

CHURCH HILL - Betty Sue Gray, 63, of 213 Carolyn Avenue, passed away Saturday (Sept. 10, 2005) after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mrs. Gray was a lifelong resident of Sullivan and Hawkins Counties and was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Church Hill. She was a retired employee of Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph E. and Hattie Hobbs Head.

She is survived by her husband, Fred Gray, Church Hill; two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard Scott and Judy Gray, Wilksboro, N.C., and Mark Lee and Stormi Gray, Knoxville; two grandsons, Micah and Noah Gray; one granddaughter, Ashleigh Gray; one brother, Ronnie Wayne Head, Kingsport; and special cousin, Tommy Harren.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Johnson Funeral Home, Church Hill.

Services will be conducted today at 8 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Bud Beverly officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Liberty Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Gary Roberts, Johnny McClellan, Chuck McClellan, Lowell Griffith, Howard Gilliam, Steve Smith, David Dixon and Ken Stophel.

Kingsport Times-News
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Emily Charlotte (Parks) Shupe Greear

GATE CITY, Va. — Emily Charlotte Greear, 68, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at her residence in Gate City, Va.
She was preceded in death by her husband, J.T. Greear; two sons, Roger Shupe and Marty Lee G r e e a r.
She is survived by her daughters, Gladys Castleberry, Trenton, Ga., Molly Castle, Norton, Va., and Tess Richards, Coeburn, Va.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; step-children, Sandra Hensley, Teresa Holt, Jenny Hill and Emmett G r e e a r.
Private committal services at Laurel Grove Cemetery in Norton will be conducted at a later date.
Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home in Norton is serving the Greear family.

Kingsport Times-News
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Ethan Jason Green

GATE CITY, Va. — Ethan Jason Green was born and arrived in Heaven on Sunday (Nov. 9, 2008). Ethan is the infant son of Jason and Amanda Green of Gate City, Va.
He is the grandson of Wayne and Theresa Stallard, Ft. Blackmore, Va., and Charles and Debra Green of Gate City, Va. He is also survived by two aunts and uncles, Jessica and Jody Perry, Mount Carmel and Christie and Marcus Smith, Gate City, Va.; two cousins, Anastasia and Christian Smith.
A private memorial service will be conducted for the family.
The family would like to thank all the wonderful nurses and doctors at Wellmont Hospital and Hol- ston Valley Specialty OB/GYN who cared for Ethan and his parents.
In lieu of flowers, the parents request donations be made to St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-1942; Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28607, or the Small Miracles Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center, P.O. Box 6429, Kingsport, Tenn. 37663.
Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, Va., is in charge of arrangements.

Kingsport Times-News
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Lester Greene

KINGSPORT — Lester Greene, 67, of Kingsport, died unexpectedly Friday (Nov. 21, 2008) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.
Mr. Greene was a life-time resident of Kingsport and was a fun loving person who was loved by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, L.C. and Bessie Greene; his wife, Mary Greene; and two sisters, Carol Waggoner and June Hromadka.
Surviving are three sisters, Ruth Bolden of Kingsport, Dorothy Rogers of Kingsport,
and Phyllis Byrd and husband, Bill of Johnson City; five brothers, J. Frank Greene, Don Greene and wife, Virginia, John Atlee Greene and wife, Linda, all of Kingsport, Clyde Greene of London, Ky., and Jerry Greene and wife, Edna of Kingsport; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport.
Services will follow at 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Rev. Raymond Hammonds officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 508 Princeton Road, Suite 102, Johnson City, Tenn. 37601.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport is serving the family of Lester Greene.

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Mary Josephine (Stacy) Lane Greene

KINGSPORT – Mary Greene, 67, Kingsport, passed away Thursday (Jan. 1, 2004) after an extended illness.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all who knew her.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Cora and Charlie Stacy; a granddaughter, Samantha Robin Lane Olterman; and her brother, Ralph Stacy.

Surviving are her husband, Lester Greene; four sons, Charles Stacy and wife, Elizabeth, Sanford Lane, Rogersville, Pat Lane and wife, Diane, Kingsport, Scott Lane, Kingsport; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, downtown Kingsport.

Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel with Brother Cecil Fleming, Pastor J.W. Depew, and the Rev. James Galliher officiating.

Burial will follow at the Horton Cemetery in Fairview, Va.

Pallbearers will be Charles Stacy, Sanford Lane, Pat Lane, William Gragg and Frank Wells.

Kingsport Times-News
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Rev. J. T. Greear

FT. BLACKMORE, Va. - Rev. J.T. Greear, born Feb. 22, 1925, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday (July 15, 2003) at his residence in Ft. Blackmore.

Rev. Greear was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II with the First Infantry and received many medals including the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He had retired from Barnwell Coal Company as a heavy equipment operator.

Rev. Greear was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dungannon, Va.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Floyd Greear and Nancy Ellen Estep Greear; son, Marty Lee Greear.

Surviving are his wife, Emily Parks Greear of the home; son, Emmett Allen Greear and wife Trena, Norton, Va.; daughters, Sandra Hensley and husband Leon, Norton, Va., Jennie Hill and husband Shannon, Norton, Va., Teresa Holt and husband Danny, Norton, Va.; stepchildren, Gladys Castleberry, Trenton, Ga., Molly Castle, Norton, Va., Roger Shupe, North Carolina, Tess Hicks, Ft. Blackmore; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Gladys Rash, Big Stone Gap, Va.; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 today at the First Baptist Church of Dungannon and anytime at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Larry Hammonds and the Rev. Tommy Mullins officiating.

Music will be provided by Depending on Jesus Singers.

Burial will be at Laurel Grove Cemetery in Norton, Va., following the services. Military honors will be conducted by the Lebanon, Va., VFW Post No. 9864.

Pallbearers will be his son and grandchildren.

Honorary pallbearers will be his many special friends.

Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, Va., is in charge of arrangements.

Kingsport Times-News
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Nora Edna (Quillin) Greear

LINCOLN PARK, Mich. - Nora E. Greear, 85, entered into rest Thursday (Feb. 21, 2002) at Oakwood Hospital Medical Center in Lincoln Park, Mich.

Born in Scott County, Va., on Aug. 25, 1916, she was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Cora Gillenwater Quillen; and her husband, Kilmer W. Greear.

Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph and Freda Greear, Lincoln Park, Mich., Kilmer and Margaret Greear, Woodhaven, Mich.; two daughters, Anna Ruth Marshall, Kingsport, and Juanita Thrift, Detroit, Mich.; six sisters, Myrtle Brickey, Kingsport, Polly Carter, Clinchport, Va., Ruth Collins and Leona Hill, both of Gate City, Va., Julie Osborne, Nickelsville, Va., and Clyde Kerns, Kingsport; three brothers, J.B. Quillen and Joseph Quillen, both of Kingsport, and R.F. Quillen, Dungannon, Va.; brother-in-law, Wesley Dingus, Dungannon, Va.

Calling hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Gate City Funeral Home.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Roy Lester officiating.

Music will be provided by the Midway Quartet.

Burial will follow the service in the Quillen-Greear Family Cemetery, Ft. Blackmore, Va.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Kingsport Times-News
Submitted by Don Lane

Joe R. Greer

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

GATE CITY, Va. - Joe R. Greer, 75, Bowen Drive, departed this life late Friday (April 7, 2000) at Indian Path Medical Center.

He was a native of Scott County, Va. He was a retired safety engineer at Holston Defense and a navy veteran of World War II. He was a former member of Masonic Cattlet Lodge No. 35 and a member of Gate City United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Dougherty Greer (Feb. 28, 2000); one grandchild; and his parents, Robert R. and Clara Quillen Greer.

Surviving are a daughter, Martha Jane Drerup, Lexington, S.C.; a son, Joe Reginald Greer , Gate City, Va.; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jenny) Anders, Atlanta, Ga., and Mathew (Matt) Anders, Lexington, S.C.; and a brother-in-law, Harry Dougherty, Gate City, Va.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Scott County Funeral Home, Weber City, Va.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Claude Lane officiating.

Burial will follow at Holston View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Junior Dougherty, Jerry Broadwater, Jerry Fields, Ricky Williams, Loc Anders, Robert Thorpe, Mark Chatman, Howell Chatman and Mickey Shull. Honorary pallbearer will be Darrell Daugherty.

Submitted by Don Lane

Joe R. "Reggie" Greer, Jr.

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

GATE CITY, Va. - Joe R. (Reggie) Greer Jr., 42, entered into rest March 22, 2007 in Kingsport.

He was born in Scott County, Va. on April 15, 1964 to the late Joe R. Greer, Sr. and Mary Ruth Dougherty.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Joey Greer.

Survivors are his wife, Robin Greer, Gate City, Va.; and a sister, Martha Drerup of Florida; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday at Gate City Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Riley Boy officiating.

Honorary pallbearers will be Eddie Hagan Richmond, Jerry Fields, Duke Lane, Danny Enix and Greg Issac.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Greer family.

Submitted by Don Lane

Mary Ruth Greer

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

GATE CITY - Mary Ruth Greer , 72, departed this life Monday evening (Feb. 28, 2000) at Holston Valley Medical Center.

She was a native of Scott County, a retired school teacher, having taught in Pulaski and Scott School System for 32 years. She was of the Methodist faith.

She was preceded in death by one grandchild; parents, Leland and Mae Smith Dougherty; sister, Nancy Chapman.

Surviving are her husband, Joe R. Greer , Gate City; daughter, Martha Jane Drerup, Lexington, S.C.; son Joe Reginold (Reggie) Greer , Gate City; two grandchildren; brother, Harry M. Daugherty, Gate City.

Calling hours are from 5 to 7 p.m. today at the Scott County Funeral Home.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Claude Lane officiating. Music by Patsy Hensley.

Burial will follow in Holston View Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Howell Chapman, Mark Chapman, Martin Chapman, Darrell Dougherty, Rickey Williams, J.R. Dougherty, Mickey Shull and Claude Lane.

Submitted by Don Lane

Roland Grizzle

Roland Lee Grizzle, 39, of Route 19, Wadlow Gap Road, Kingsport, died at HCVH at 3:28 p. m. Monday after a long illness.

A life-long resident of Scott County, he was a Baptist and a former plaster worker for Daniel Construction Co.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Shelia Mullins Grizzle, Kingsport; one daughter, Miss Sandra Lee Grizzle, Kingsport; two sisters, Mrs. Idania Smith, Weber City, and Mrs. Mary Crawford, Gate City; two brothers, Elwood Grizzle, Kingsport and J. B. Grizzle, Grundy, Va.

Scott County Herald-Virginian, July 2, 1980
Submitted by Lester Shadrick

James Hubert "Sac" Guy

GATE CITY, Va. - James Hubert Guy "Sac", 75, Route 3, passed away Thursday morning (May 12, 2005) at his residence.

"Sac" grew up in West View, joined the United States Air Force at 17 and spent most of his adult life with his loving wife of almost 52 years in Michigan. He retired as a self-employed carpenter and moved back home, which he loved along with his family. May his soul rest in peace with the one he called God.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nettie Barker Guy; two sisters, Ruby Housewright and Hazel Holler.

Surviving are his wife, Garnie Boyd Guy; son, Mark A. Guy; his only grandson, David James Guy; sisters Eva Mae Cassidy, Bonnie Carroll, Barbara Wallen; his only brother, "the baby of the family" Preston Guy; many more nieces, nephews, cousins and family members also are left to mourn him. To have known him was to love him. He will be greatly missed.

Military graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. The American Legion Hammond Post 3/Gate City 265 with the Rev. Joe Byrd will perform full military rites.

Those wishing to attend those services are asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:55 p.m. Monday.

Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Tempie Mae (Horne) Hagy

NICKELSVILLE, Va. - Mrs. Tempie Mae Horne Hagy, 60, Nickelsville, Va., entered into rest Monday (April 24, 2006) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Mrs. Hagy was born in Scott County, Va., on July 17, 1945, a daughter of the late Brilla Jenkins.

In addition to her mother, her grandchildren, Johnny Ray Collins and Tommy Lee Collins; and brothers, Fred W. Neff, Tom Neff, Otto Neff and Sam Ray Horne preceded her in death.

Surviving are her husband, Andrew Hagy, Nickelsville, Va.; daughter, Theresa Hagy, Kingsport; sons, Michael Hagy, Nickelsville, Va., Robert Hagy, Kingsport, Terry Hagy, Nickelsville, Va., Anthony Hagy, Kingsport, and Jon Hagy, Kingsport; 17 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Carol, Kingsport; brothers, Charles Leo Horne, Piney Flats, and Bennie Horne, Yuba City, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Gate City Funeral Home and other times at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Otto Gibson officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted Thursday at 12 noon in Oak Hill Cemetery, Kingsport.

Family and friends will meet at 11:15 a.m. at the funeral home to go in procession to the graveside service.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Kingsport Times-News
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Theresa Mae Hagy

KINGSPORT — Theresa Mae Hagy, 43, entered into rest Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at her daughter’s residence.
She was born Aug. 1, 1965. She was preceded in death by her mother, Tempie Mae Horne. Including her mother, she was preceded in death by her sons, Tommy Lee Collins and Johnny Ray Collins.
Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Amanda and Danny Stansberry, Weber City, Ashley and Dusty Osborne, Nickelsville, Va., and Amber Peters, Kingsport; father, Walter Andrew Hagy, Nickelsville, Va.; brothers, Michael Hagy, Nickelsville, Va., Robbie Hagy, Hiltons, Va., Terry Hagy, Gate City, Va., Anthony and wife, Tonie Hagy, Kingsport and John Hagy, Kingsport; fiancé, Bryan Culbertson, Nickelsville, Va.; grandchildren, Lydia Stansberry, Jacob Stansberry, Jennifer Collins, Madison Osborne, Tanner Osborne and a grandson due on Nov. 25, 2008; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Gate City Funeral Home.
Services will be at 7 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Pastor Bill Culbertson officiating.
Music will be provided by Sonya and Dakota McCoy.
Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Culbertson Cemetery, Nickelsville, Va.
The family will meet at 12 p.m. at the funeral home to go in procession to the cemetery for the graveside service.
Pallbearers will be her brothers.

Kingsport Times-News
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Tempie Mae (Horne) Hagy

NICKELSVILLE, Va. - Mrs. Tempie Mae Horne Hagy, 60, Nickelsville, Va., entered into rest Monday (April 24, 2006) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Mrs. Hagy was born in Scott County, Va., on July 17, 1945, a daughter of the late Brilla Jenkins.

In addition to her mother, her grandchildren, Johnny Ray Collins and Tommy Lee Collins; and brothers, Fred W. Neff, Tom Neff, Otto Neff and Sam Ray Horne preceded her in death.

Surviving are her husband, Andrew Hagy, Nickelsville, Va.; daughter, Theresa Hagy, Kingsport; sons, Michael Hagy, Nickelsville, Va., Robert Hagy, Kingsport, Terry Hagy, Nickelsville, Va., Anthony Hagy, Kingsport, and Jon Hagy, Kingsport; 17 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Carol, Kingsport; brothers, Charles Leo Horne, Piney Flats, and Bennie Horne, Yuba City, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Gate City Funeral Home and other times at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Otto Gibson officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted Thursday at 12 noon in Oak Hill Cemetery, Kingsport.

Family and friends will meet at 11:15 a.m. at the funeral home to go in procession to the graveside service.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Kingsport Times-News
Submitted by Don Lane

Roy Ralph Hammonds

KINGSPORT — Roy Ralph Hammonds, 74, of Kingsport, passed away Saturday (Nov. 1, 2008) surrounded by his loving family at his home.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ruth Annette Hammonds; parents, George and Goldie Hammonds.

He is survived by his former wife, Peggy Hammonds; daughters, Debbie Kay Fields, Kingsport, Tammy Lois Hammonds, Coeburn, Va.; son, Roy Ralph Hammonds, Jr., Kingsport; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; sister, Jenette Million, Duffield; brothers, Carroll Hammonds and Milford Hammonds, both of Pennington Gap, Va.; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Scott County Funeral Home, 2060 US Hwy. 23N, Weber City, Va.

Funeral services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Larry Morelock officiating.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Burial will follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City.

Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home is serving the Hammonds family.

Submitted by Don Lane

Mildred Delores (Compton) Hartsock

Betty Sue Hawkins

KINGSPORT- Daisy Margaret Head, 78, of Colonial Heights, went to be with the Lord Thursday morning (June 28, 2007) following an extended illness while surrounded by family at home.

Margaret had resided in Kingsport most of her life. She was a former employee of J. P. Stevens and then worked at Parks Belk.

She was of the Baptist faith. Margaret's life evolved around her family and grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her son, Richard "Ricky" Head; parents, Ormond and Thelma Holley; and a brother, Bryan Holley.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Head; three daughters, Evelyn Rafalowski and husband, Teddy, Brenda Owens and husband, Harold and Faye Payne and husband John; seven grandchildren, Julia Ann Rafalowski, Trey Rafalowski, Taylor Payne, Madison Payne, Kenny Trivitte, Kristy Radford, and Wendy Lovelace; seven sisters, Evelyn Collins, Barbara Willett, Juanita Slater, Betty Ann Holley, Allene Case, Jean Hagan, and Mable Hensley; one brother, James Holley; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport.

Services will follow at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Gaither Townsend officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Glenn Head, Teddy Rafalowski, Harold Owens, John Payne, Trey Rafalowski, Mark Overbay, Frank Dishner, and Jerry Dishner.

Honorary pallbearer will be Dave Dishner.

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Drucella Ann Head

KINGSPORT — Drucella Ann Head, of Stratford Road, went to be with the Lord at the age of 77 early Wednesday morning (Nov. 26, 2008) at Brookhaven Manor.
She lived her entire life in Kingsport and graduated from Sullivan High School. Drucella enjoyed later years working with her mother at the Flea Market.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Claude Head and Monie Lou Ramey Head; sisters, Lakie C. Head and Vivian H. Williamson; a nephew, Scottie G. Hensley; and brothers-in-law, Arnold B. Hensley and Tim Cruz.
Surviving are two sisters, Frances H. Hensley of Kingsport and Elva V. Cruz of Albuquerque, N.Mex.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Drucella’s request was no visitation or funeral. A short graveside service will be held by her nephew, Jerry Lynn Hensley at Oak Hill Memorial Park at 1 p.m. Friday.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Brookhaven Manor’s special caregivers, Macedonia Church for their prayers and visits and her friends. Also a special thanks to Amedisys Hospice of Kingsport. They have taken good care of her.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Drucella Ann Head.

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Mae Lola (Page) Head

CHURCH HILL — Mae L. Head, 84, of Church Hill, went to be with the Lord late Saturday evening (May 24, 2008) at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Page and Clara Bishop; her husband Echol Howard Head; a grandson, Nathan Wallen; a great-granddaughter, Courtney Hawkins; and one sister.

Surviving are her five daughters and sons-in-law, Kathryn Ray and husband, John of Church Hill, Shelby Hawkins of Knoxville, Phyllis Tipton and husband, Willie of Church Hill, Judy Wallen and husband, J.B. of Claremont, N.C. and Donna Holloway of Church Hill; her son, Echol E. Head and wife, Carla of Church Hill; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren; two sisters; and two brothers.

Visiting hours will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill, 1115 Highway 11W, Church Hill, or friends my call anytime at her home.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the Ross Campground UMC Cemetery, Mount Carmel, Tenn. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home to go in procession.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Ray, Jason Ray, Joe Hawkins, Jamie Hawkins, Travis Hawkins, Junior Head, Josh Head and Junior Tipton.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill is serving the Head family.

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Loretta "Eula" Hungerford Head

ROGERSVILLE — Loretta "Eula" Hungerford Head, 88, of Rogersville, died Friday (Nov. 7, 2008) at Signature Health Care after a extended illness.
She was a member of Rogersville Presbyterian Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Head; daughter, Lois Marie Head; parents, Thomas and Louise Wilson Hungerford; sister, Helen Price; and brother, Jimmy Hungerford.
Survivors include one son, Paul David Head of Rogersville, and wife, Kim of Krum Tex.; grandson, Colton Head of Krum, Tex.; sister, Lois "Beulah" Hungerford Helton of Rogersville.
Calling hours will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Broome Funeral Home, Rogersville. Funeral service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Don Rose officiating. Graveside will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Highland Cemetery. A special thank you to caregivers at Signature Health Care. Broome Funeral Home, Rogersville is serving the family.

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Monie Lou (Ramey) Head

Rick Head

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

HILTONS, Va. - Rick Head, 55, Hiltons, Va., passed away Sunday (Aug. 20, 2006) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

He was employed at General Shale for 20-plus years as a truck driver and machinery operator.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ormond and Thelma Holley; and his paternal grandparents, Lee and Sarah Head.

Surviving are special friend, Shirley Roberts, Hiltons, Va., who loves him and will miss him very much; two daughters, Wendy Lovelace, Church Hill, and Kristy Radford, Marion, N.C.; one son, Kenny Trivett, Marion, N.C.; six grandchildren, Luke and Jonathan Lovelace, Church Hill, Chelsey, Katie, and Will Radford, Marion, N.C., and Kayla Trivett, Marion, N.C.; parents, Kenneth and Margaret Head; three sisters, Evelyn Rafalowski and husband, Teddy, Mount Carmel, Brenda Owens and husband, Harold, Bristol, Tenn., and Faye Payne and husband, John, Kingsport; nieces, Julia Rafalowski, Taylor Payne and Madison Payne; and nephew, Trey Rafalowski.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. today at Oak Hill Memorial Park with Rev. Gaither Townsend.

Pallbearers will be Frank Dishner, Jerry Dishner, Glenn Head, Harold Owens, Teddy Rafalowski, Trey Rafalowski, John Payne and Tim Dishner.

Honorary pallbearer will be Dave Dishner.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorials to the American Cancer Society, c/o Wanda Grills, 1217 Radcliffe Avenue, Kingsport, Tenn. 37664.

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Dallas "Joe" Henry

KINGSPORT - Dallas "Joe" Henry, 70, Kingsport, went to be with Jesus in his heavenly home on Saturday (Jan. 13, 2007) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy illness with family friends at his side.

Joe was a loving dad and raised a strong family who loved him dearly. He worked as a caretaker for a local church. He enjoyed his family, fishing and most of his life's work was living for the Lord.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Judy Henry; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jennie and Chris Mowdy, Church Hill, JoAnne and David King, Kingsport; one son, Jamie Henry and fiancée, Misty Jones, Kingsport; grandkids, Brandon Anthony Lane Sr. and wife Stacy, Kaleb, Britteny, Sara, Johnathan, and Rachael; great-grandchildren, Brandon Jr., Marcie, Autumn, and Kellie; sisters, Helen Phillips, Madeline Eades, and Mildred Farmer; brothers, William Junior Henry, Carson Eugene Henry, Elyon Henry, and William K. Henry, all of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews; and friend of the family, Mandy Bishop.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, with Rev. Fred Greer and Rev. Cecil Necessary officiating.

Burial will follow at Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Jamie Henry, David King, Chris Mowdy, Brandon Lane, Tony Nelson, and Tony Lane.

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is in charge.

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Elyan "El" Henry

KINGSPORT — Elyan (El) Henry, 74, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Thursday (Nov. 20, 2008) at home. He was of the Pentecostal faith. He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 15 years, Janice Henry, of the home; daughter, Connie Mooney and husband, Charlie; sons, Ricky Elyan Henry and Worley "Poochie" Henry, all of Kingsport; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brother, Billy Henry of Kingsport; sisters, Madeline Eads, Mildred Farmer and Helen Phillips, all of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Jackie Tipton of Kingsport.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 1 p.m. today at Colboch-Price Funeral Home.
Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Amos Bright officiating.
Interment will follow in the Chesnutt Flats Primitive Church Cemetery.
Colboch-Price Funeral Home in Rogersville is in charge of the arrangements.

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Rev. Eugene Carson Henry

KINGSPORT - Rev. Eugene C. Henry, 74, went to be with the Lord on Monday (Aug. 12, 2002) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center following a brief illness.

He was born on Sept. 10, 1927 in Sullivan County where he had resided all of his life. He attended The Way Home Holiness Church.

Mr. Henry was a loving father, grandfather, and a devoted husband.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kyle and Myrtle Henry; one brother, Bill Henry.

Surviving are his wife, Kathleen Henry, Kingsport; two sons, David Henry and wife Connie, Kingsport, Steven Henry, Kingsport; one daughter, Debbie Ritz, Kingsport; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Elyan Henry, Dallas (Joe) Henry and wife Judy, and William (Billy) Henry and wife Christy, all of Kingsport; three sisters, Helen Phillips, Madeline Eads and Mildred Farmer and husband Billy, all of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, downtown.

Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Charles L. Mowdy officiating.

Interment will follow in Walnut Chapel Cemetery.

Family will serve as pallbearers.

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William Junior "Bill" Henry

KINGSPORT - William J. "Bill" Henry, 76, died Saturday (July 28, 2001) at Indian Path Medical Center.

He was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and retired from the Sullivan County Board of Education. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy.

He was of the Holiness faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Kyle and Myrtle Henry.

Survivors include his wife, Gladys Ethel Dunn Henry; one daughter, Mrs. Donald (Grace) Darnell, Kingsport; two sons and daughters-in-law, Gary Jessie and Carolyn Henry, James Russell and Edith Henry, both of Kingsport; three sisters, Mrs. Helen Phillips, Mrs. Madeline Eads and Mrs. Mildred Farmer, all of Kingsport; four brothers, Eugene Henry, Elyan Henry, Joe Henry and Billy Henry, all of Kingsport; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport.

Friends may also call anytime at the home, 3938 Bond Drive, Kingsport.

Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. today in the chapel of the funeral home with Elder Amos Bright officiating.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Walnut Chapel Church Cemetery, East Carters Valley.

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Arnold B. Hensley

KINGSPORT - Arnold B. Hensley, 82, passed away Sunday (Aug. 20, 2006) at his residence.

Arnold had served as the Adult Sunday School Teacher and served on the deacon board at Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church for over 25 years and was an honorary deacon until his death.

He served in the Special Forces Army Corps of Engineers and Army Reserve during World War II and was a Combat veteran. He retired from the construction business.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Granville and Mittie Hensley; brothers, Sam, Robert and Henry Jr.; sisters, Betty Babb, Madge Hollenbeck, Vesta Wilson, Bethel Shelton, and Ruby Norton; son, Scottie G. Hensley; and an infant daughter.

Surviving are his wife of over 56 years, Frances Head Hensley; children, Jerry Hensley and wife Donna, Kingsport, Lakie Hensley, Johnson City, Sandra Nadeau, Kingsport, Lester Hensley and wife Melody, Fall Branch; grandchildren, Brandon Minton and wife Katrina, Angie Franklin and husband John, Nathan Hensley, Cory Nadeau and Carson Nadeau; great-grandchildren, Jacob and Andrew Franklin, Hunter and Cassandra Minton; sisters, Verna Norton and Sue Landers, both of Greeneville; special sister-in-law, Drucella Head, Kingsport; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours are from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home Kingsport.

Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Herby Powers and Rev. Todd Jennings officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery at 10:45 Wednesday.

The family would like to give special thanks to the 5th floor nurses and medical staff at Indian Path Medical Center, staff of Adventa Hospice Services and Dr. Daniel Carroll and staff.

The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church, 154 Anco Place, Kingsport, Tenn. 37664, or Adventa Hospice Kingsport, 2612 N. John B. Dennis Hwy., Suite 3, Kingsport, Tenn. 37660.

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James B. Hensley

HILTONS, Va. - James B. Hensley, 78, went home to be with the Lord Friday (Jan. 11, 2002) at Wellmont Hospice House of Bristol.

A lifelong resident of Scott County, Va., he was retired from the Scott County School System after 36 years of service as a bus driver. He was also a retired farmer and attended Hilton Independent Church of God.

He was a devoted husband, father and papaw.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Farrie Mae Hensley; his wife, Lorraine (Jean) Hensley; one brother, Charlie Hensley; two sisters, Myrtle Taylor and Nellie Ketron; one half brother, Garvey McMurray; and one stepgranddaughter, Becky McCoy.

Surviving are his son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Patricia Hensley, Hiltons; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Fred Montgomery, Knoxville, Kathy and Dale McCoy, Martha and Bobby Simmons, Phyllis Calton, Wanda Burke, all of Hiltons; grandchildren, Lisa Calton, Greg Hensley, Jay Hensley Jr., Amy Scalf, Evelyn Floyd and Bobbie Simmons; three stepgrandchildren; four great-grandchildren; six stepgreat-grandchildren; brothers, Ralph and Vivian McMurray, Blountville, and Eddie and Billie McMurray, Kingsport; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and loved ones.

Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Gate City Funeral Home.

Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. today in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Cecil Kern and the Rev. Phillip Ketron officiating.

Music will be provided by the Hilton Independent Church of God Singers.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Herman United Methodist Church Cemetery, Gate City (East Carters Valley).

Pallbearers will Dale Sanders, Tony Hobbs, Leroy Bright, Ricky Gardner, Sam Ketron, Cecil Ketron, Ed Kerney and David Kilgore.

Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Sanders, Harland Hobbs, Morris Gardner, Dwight Gardner, C.L. Mullins, Bruce Hensley, Jackie Taylor, Bobby McNutt and James Mack McMurray.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home of downtown Kingsport is serving the James B. Hensley family.

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James H. Hensley, Jr.

KINGSPORT — James Hensley, Jr., 86, of Kingsport, died early Monday morning (Dec. 1, 2008) at his home.
A son of the late James and Ocie Hensley, he was born in Norton, Va., and lived in College Corner, Ohio, before coming to Kingsport at the age of 14. James served with the U.S. Marine Air Corps during World War II and retired from Tennessee Eastman Company following 44 years of service. He was a member of First Baptist Church, a member of Masonic Lodge #688, and was a Shriner.
Preceding him in death were three sisters, Sylvia Peters, Dorothy Hensley, Eula Hancock; and a brother, Paul Hensley.
Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Lena Stata Hensley of Kingsport; and a brother, Dean Hensley, also of Kingsport.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport.
Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Dr. Ron Davis officiating.
Entombment services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Oak Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Nephews will serve as pallbearers.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, S.C. 29605-4577 or First Baptist Church, 200 W. Church Circle, Kingsport, Tenn. 37660.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of James Hensley.

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Scottie Granville Hensley

KINGSPORT - Scottie Granville Hensley, 49, of Stratford Road, went to be with the Lord and our sustaining Savior on Saturday (July 19, 2003) following a lengthy illness.

A lifelong resident of Kingsport, Scottie graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School and East Tennessee State University. He had worked in the radio and broadcasting business.

Scottie is survived by his parents, Arnold and Frances Hensley, Kingsport; brothers, Jerry L. Hensley and wife Donna, Fordtown, Lester C. Hensley and wife Melody, Fall Branch; sisters, Lakie D. Hensley and Sandra Nadeau, both of Johnson City; nephews, Brandon Minton, Nathan Hensley, Cory Nadeau and Carson Nadeau; niece, Angie Franklin; daughter, Kelly Whaley and grandson, Dylan, both of Church Hill. Other survivors include special aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, downtown Kingsport.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Oak Hill Memorial Park with the Rev. Doug Harris officiating.

Scottie and the family have requested that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to The Office of Disability Services, c/o East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tenn. 37614.

The family would like to acknowledge the staff at Wellmont Home Care and Brookhaven Manor for their special loving care during this last year.

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Elsie Ruth (McDavid) Herron

GATE CITY, Va. - Mrs. Elsie Ruth McDavid Herron, 72, entered into eternal rest Friday (June 29, 2001) at Wellmont Hospice in Bristol, Tenn. after a brief illness.

Born February 22, 1929 in Scott County, Va., she was the daughter of the late John Ingle and Lona Quillen McDavid.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Sue Kilbourne; and four brothers, John L. McDavid, C.A. McDavid, Ira McDavid and Lee McDavid.

Eckel and Elsie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 22, 2000. She was a devout Christian and dedicated pastor's wife. She was a loving wife, caring mother, and a wonderful mamaw. She regularly attended Tipton's Chapel Freewill Baptist Church.

Surviving are her husband, Rev. Eckel E. Herron , Gate City; daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Eddie Depew, Weber City, VA.; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Patsy Herron, Gate City; grandchildren, Jennifer Depew, Kenita Herron and Kevin Herron; sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Claude Falin, Gate City; brother, Warren McDavid, Duffield, Va.; several nieces and nephews and many friends.

Calling hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Gate City Funeral Home, and other times at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. M.D. Hyatt, the Rev. Lee Knowles and the Rev. Daryle Hurd officiating.

The Mabe Quartet will provide music.

Burial will follow at the Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Va.

Kevin Herron, Don Wright, Larry Falin , Eugene Kilbourne, Bobby Rhoton, Paul Darnell, Larry Sherfey, Jim Combs and Mike Hubbard will serve as pallbearers.

Joe Stewart, Craig Stephenson, Tim Rhoton, Mescal Baker, Bob Lane, Bill McDavid, Raymond Hammonds, Guy Johnson, Quentin Herron, Ray Dockery and Claude Falin will serve as honorary pallbearers.

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Elmer Clayton Hill Sr.

GATE CITY, Va. - Elmer C. Hill Sr., 82, went to be with the Lord Saturday (Jan. 3, 2004) with his family by his side at the Brian Center in Weber City, Va.

He was born in Scott County, Va., on May 29, 1921, a son of the late Emory and Lucy Kerns Hill.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Debra Ann Hill; sisters, Margaret Hill Dorton, Mary Jane Hill Shupe, May Hill Herron and Estelle Hill; brothers, Millard, Hubert, Glen and Kyle Hill.

He retired from Mead Paper in June 1983 after 37 years of service. He served with the U.S. Army in the Battery "D" 115th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Gun Battalion in the 3rd Army regiment. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, European African Middle Eastern Service Ribbon, American Theater Service Ribbon, and the World War II Victory Ribbon. He served in Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe.

Surviving are his wife, Leona Quillin Hill, Gate City; one daughter, Dovie Gillenwater and husband Terry, Kingsport; two sons, E.C. Hill and wife Nelda, Gate City, Bobby Hill and wife Vicki, Church Hill; six grandchildren, Mark Gillenwater, Amy Pettigrew, Jessica Jones, Jennifer Gilbertson, Garin Hill and Trevor Hill; four great-grandchildren, Steven Gillenwater, Ashton Gilbertson, Brianna Jones and Blake Pettigrew; two sisters, Lillian Wells, Clinchport, Va., Lois Bowen, Kingsport; a host of nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, Va.

Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday in the funeral home with Dr. Roc Collins officiating, assisted by the Rev. Charles Taylor.

Military graveside services will be conducted by Charles DeWitt Byrd Post #3382 of the VFW at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Holston View Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

In memory of Elmer C. Hill Sr., memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Children's Home of the Highlands, P.O. Box 545, Wytheville, Va. 24382 or to Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, Tenn. 37214-0800.

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Lucy Mae (Jones) Hill

CLINCHPORT, Va. - Lucy Mae Jones Hill, 83, went to be with the Lord early Monday morning (June 7, 2004) at her residence.

She was a lifelong resident of Scott County, Va. (Rye Cove). Lucy was a member of Cox's Chapel Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Milo W. Hill in 1983; her parents, James Edward Jones and Bertha McNew Jones.

Surviving are her son, Milo Hill and wife Suzanne, Gate City, Va.; her granddaughter, Hannah Grace Hill; and also many, many special friends.

Calling hours are from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Scott County Funeral Home, Weber City, Va. Friends may also call anytime at the son's home on Nickelsville Highway.

Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. today in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Cecil Kerns and the Rev. Fred Redman officiating.

Music will be by Wanda Kerns.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bond-Bowen Cemetery. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the funeral home by 10 a.m.

Orbin Gibson, Marvin Gibson, David Redwine, William Johnson, Mark Bland, Bill Franklin, Jimmy Dingus and Rick Dishner will serve as pallbearers.

Carter-Trent/Scott County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Shirley Ashe Chapman Hill

ROGERSVILLE — Shirley Hill, 64, of Rogersville, passed away Monday morning (Nov. 3, 2008) at Duke University Hospital in Durham, N.C.

She was retired from TRW, a member of East Rogersville Baptist Church, a life-time member of the Hawkins County Rescue Squad Crewettes, Hasson Chapter #179 O.E.S. and a former member of the Hawkins County Pink Ladies.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arch R. and Belle Ashe.

She is survived by her husband, Gary Hill, of the home; son, Ric Chapman and wife, Susan, of Rogersville; daughter, Amy Dinsmore, of Rogersville; step-daughter, Chris Quillen and husband, Kevin, of Bristol; step-son, Cory Hill and wife, Catherine, of Rogersville; 12 grandchildren; special brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, A.C. Hill and wife, Lori, Wilma Williams and husband, Dale and Wanda Hill.

The family will recieve friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Christian-Sells Funeral Home in Rogers- ville. Eastern Star services will begin at 8 p.m. with funeral services to follow with the Rev. Steve Owenby and Edd Shanks officiating.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Shanks Family Cemetery.

Christian-Sells Funeral Home is serving the family.

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John Harry Hincher

NORTON, Va. — John Harry Hincher, 81, passed away peacefully on Nov. 15, 2008, at the home of his son in Norton.
He was a member of the Norton United Methodist Church. He was a retired engineer from Verizon Communications and a member of the Pioneers Organization of Telephone Company Members. John served in the United States Navy during World War II and served four years in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was a past member of the Coeburn Kiwanis Club. He was an honorary member of the Norton Fire Department which he served as a volunteer for twenty years. He worked many years as a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America, Troup #60, for which he was awarded the Order of the Arrow.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur W. and Cora Flanary Hincher; wife of 54 years, Laura Jane Brummitte Hincher; sisters, Lillian, Beatrice and Lucille Hincher, Louise Hincher Fleenor, and Janie Hincher Cruey; brother, Allen Hincher; and a nephew, Jim Hincher.
He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Johnny and Cathy Hincher, Norton, Va., Bill and Elaine Hincher, Bluefield, W.Va.; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa Hincher Rigg and Randy Rigg, Wise, Va.; grandchildren, Jonathan Hincher and his wife, Kristen, Asheville, N.C., Elizabeth Rigg Thomas and her husband, Hunter, Roanoke, Va., Ben Rigg, Wise, Va., Christopher Hincher, Bluefield, W.Va., Katie Hincher, Bluefield, W.Va.; beloved cousin, Bruce Rose.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be conducted 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Smith officiating.
Committal services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens with military graveside rites conducted by local veterans groups. Family and friends will meet 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home to travel in procession to the cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, P.O. Box 349, Norton, Va. 24273.
Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home, Norton, Va., is in charge of arrangements.

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Laura Jane (Brummitte) Hincher

NORTON, Va. - Laura Jane Brummitte Hincher, 71, went to be with the Lord on Saturday (July 2, 2005) at Norton Community Hospital.

Born Nov. 28, 1933 to the late William (Bill) Brummitte and Effie Sturgill Brummitte, she was of the Methodist faith. Laura was a former active member of both the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Norton Fire Department and the Norton Band Boosters Association.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, John H. Hincher; sons and daughters-in-law, Johnny and Cathy Hincher, Norton, Va., and Bill and Elaine Hincher of Bluefield, W.Va.; a daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Randy Rigg of Wise, Va. Her mother, Effie S. Brummitte survives her, as well as grandchildren, Johnathan Hincher and his wife Kristen, Hendersonville, N.C., Christopher Hincher, Bluefield, W.Va., Ben Rigg, Wise, Va., Elizabeth Rigg, Wise, Va., and Katie Hincher, Bluefield, W.Va.

The Hincher family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home in Norton.

Services will be Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jim Smith officiating.

Family and friends will gather at the funeral home Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. to journey to Powell Valley Memorial Gardens where graveside committal services will be held at 11 a.m.

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Lucille Evelyn Hincher

WISE, Va. - Lucille Evelyn Hincher, 89, died Wednesday (May 9, 2001) at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Wise.

She was a retired nurse and former member of the Tacoma United Methodist Church.

She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Cora Flanary Hincher.

She was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy Hincher; and sister, Janie Cruey.

Surviving are a brother, John Hincher, Norton, Va.; sister, Louise Fleenor, Bristol, Tenn.; four grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Tacoma Cemetery.

Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home, Norton, Va. is serving the Hincher family.

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MT. CARMEL - Stella "Willie" Elizabeth Adams Hite, born May 24, 1921, passed from this life Tuesday, (May 1, 2007), at the home of her daughter.

Although she attended Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church for many years, Stella was of the Baptist faith. She had lived in the Church Hill/Mount Carmel community for 57 years.

Preceding her in death was her husband, David Isaac Hite; a daughter, Margaret Louise; her father and mother, Wilbur Patton and Inza Bowens Adams; brothers, Billy Monroe and Floyd Adams; and sisters, Agnes Adams Fields, Berty Adams Mallory, Alice Adams McClain, Nanny Adams Thompson, and Rachel Adams Lawson.

Surviving are her children, Johnny and Sherry Hite of New Bryton, Pa., Dora Wagner of Gray, Loretta and Ralph Adams of Gray, Harold and Betty Hite of Mt. Carmel, David Hite of Nolachuckey, Robert Hite of the home, Inza and Clark Gibson of Rogersville, Rev. Paul and Mae Hite of St. Clair, Iva and Jeff Peterson of Monroe, N.C, Tim and Elizabeth Hite, and Wilbur and Kathy Hite of Rogersville; 28 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; brothers, Elmer and Ernest Adams of Cliff Mountain; sisters, Beatrice Adams Bradley of Knoxville, Opal Adams Richerds of Kingsport, and Betty Adams Hall of Ohio.

The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport. Also any time at the home of Wilbur Hite, 1191 Longs Bend Road, Rogersville, Tenn.

Services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Paul Hite officiating.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Gunnings Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be grandsons, Tim Hite, Chance Byington, Abe Hite, Sean Cowan, Cody Newland, Dustin Newland, Thomas Massengill, John David Forbis, and Johnny Fugate.

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Stella "Willie" Hite.

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Coy Lynn Hobbs

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. - Coy L. Hobbs, 59, of 9936 175th St., Chippewa Falls, Wis., town of Anson, died Monday (July 28, 2003) at his home with his family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer. He was under the care of St. Joseph's Hospice.

He was born Sept. 28, 1943 in Kingsport to Eliza Het (Gardner) and Gladstone Washington Hobbs. In 1961, he graduated from high school in Baileyton, Tenn. He served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968, serving in Vietnam. After being honorably discharged, he moved to Antioch, Ill.

Coy married Farrell L. Vogler on Aug. 9, 1969 at Zion Lutheran Church in Chippewa Falls. They lived in Kenosha, Wis., until moving to Chippewa Falls in 1972. He attended Chippewa Valley Technical College and received a degree in appliance service. He was employed for National Presto Industries for 13 years and then was employed for four years at Gordy's Hardware Hank as sporting goods buyer and floor manager. He returned to National Presto Industries in 1997, where he was presently employed.

He was a faithful member of Hope United Methodist Church in Eau Claire, Wis. He was a shooting enthusiast, enjoying reloading shells and hunting. He also loved photography.

Coy was a loving and faithful husband, father, brother and friend. He fought a good fight and won the race and is now in glory in heaven.

He was preceded in death by his father and his father-in-law, Leonard Vogler.

Survivors include his wife, Farrell Hobbs of Chippewa Falls; three sons, Jay Lynn (Sheila) Hobbs of Gray, Timothy Coy (Carlen) Hobbs of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Tobias Michael (Cheryl) Hobbs of Apache Junction, Ariz.; his mother, Eliza Hobbs of Baileyton, Tenn.; a sister, Judy (Bobby) Greenlee of Lost Mountain, Tenn.; a brother, Ralph (Judy) Hobbs of Athens, Tenn.; his mother-in-law, Alice Vogler of Chippewa Falls; nieces; nephews; and friends.

Calling hours are from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Friday at Hope United Methodist Church in Eau Claire.

Services will be conducted at 12 noon Friday at the church with the Rev. Don Gribble officiating.

Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel, 44 E. Columbia St., Chippewa Falls, Wis. 54729 is serving the family.

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Eliza Hett (Gardner) Hobbs

BAILEYTON - Eliza Gardner Hobbs, 85, Brunner Street, died Thursday morning (April 29, 2004) at her residence.

She was the daughter of the late Rol and Georgia Ann Brown Gardner.

Mrs. Hobbs was a member of Baileyton Baptist Church.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, G.W. Hobbs; son, Coy Lynn Hobbs; sisters, Edith McClain and Willie Lowe; and brothers, Austin Gardner, Dennis Gardner and Coy Gardner.

Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Bobby Greenlee of Baileyton; son and daughter-in-law, Ralph and Judy Hobbs of Athens, Tenn.; daughter-in-law, Farrell Hobbs of Chippewa Fall, Wis.; grandchildren, Rachel Hobbs, Jay Hobbs, Timmy Hobbs, Toby Hobbs, Tara Hensley, Kristi Brown and Rocky Greenlee; great-grandchildren, Benjamin Hensley, Eliza Kathryn Brown, Brayden Greenlee, Michael Thornburg and Matthew Thornburg; one brother and sister-in-law, Gale and Dorothy Gardner of Baileyton; sister-in-law, Ruby Gardner of Greeneville; several nieces and nephews; special friend and neighbor, Evelyn Cooter.

Calling hours will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday preceding the funeral service at 6 p.m. at Kiser Funeral Home, Greeneville.

Services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Nathan Sawyer officiating.

Interment will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Zion Cemetery at Baileyton. It is requested that family and friends meet at the cemetery at 1:45 p.m. Sunday for the 2 p.m. graveside service.

It is requested that memorials be made to Baileyton United Fire Department, c/o Brad Ball, 7855 Baileyton Road, Greeneville, Tenn. 37745.

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Virgie Ena (Wilcox) Hobbs

GREENEVILLE — Virgie Ena Wilcox Hobbs, 94, of Baileyton Main Street, Greeneville, died Saturday night (Nov. 22, 2008) at Laughlin Memorial Hospital after a long illness.
She was the widow of the late James Haskell Hobbs.
Survivors include her five children, J. Frank Hobbs, Linda Burns, Marilyn Brown, all of Baileyton, Joann Stanton of Greeneville, Kaye Woods of Rogersville; 10 precious grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister: Bonnie Flanary of Church Hill; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Doughty-Stevens Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the chapel of the funeral home. The Rev. Jerry Hall and the Rev. Ginger Isom will officiate.
Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 10 a.m. Wednesday to go in procession to Zion Cemetery at Baileyton for the 11 a.m. committal service.

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Virgie Estelle (Harris) Hobbs

KINGSPORT — Virgie Harris Hobbs, 95, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord early Monday morning, (Sept. 17, 2007), following a brief illness.

She was born in Nickelsville, Va., but had resided in Kingsport since 1952. Virgie was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all that knew her.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Glenn Hobbs, in 1977; a daughter, Thelma Jean Henderson, in 1998; a grandson, Dwayne Shelton, in 1996; her parents, Floyd "F.C." and Eliza Vicars Harris; two brothers, Leonard and Larlin Harris; and several nieces and nephews.

Surviving are one daughter, Louise Hobbs Jernigan, Kingsport; one son, Ernest Hobbs and wife, Clarice, Blountville; seven grandchildren, Tammy and Eric Henard, Michael and Natalie Hobbs, Christy Jennings, Carey and Mark Skeens, Paula and Todd Broughton, Andy and Jenny Hobbs and Sonya and Mark McCrary; 15 great grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Paul Henderson; several nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Beulah Johnson.

The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport.

Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Rev. Layton Bentley officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Holston View Cemetery.

Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Virgie Hobbs.

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Gate City, Va.—(Spl.)—Mrs. Julia Hommell, 76, died at her home at Gate City, Route 2, Wednesday morning. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Goldie Tipton and Miss Maggie Hommell of Gate City, Farley, Huey, Walter, and Henry Hommell of Kingsport, Mrs. Lona Moody of Harlan, Ky., Mrs. Lillie Armstrong, Crab Orchard, W. Va., Mrs. Eva Cannoy of Gibson City, Ill., and two step-children, Alfred Hommell of Norton, Va., and Mrs. Rosa Dickson of Chuckey, Tenn. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her husband, W. B. Hommell, died six years ago.

Charles D. Hood

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

KINGSPORT - Charles D. Hood, 78, of 713 Rector Dr., went to be with the Lord Friday evening (April 9, 2004) at the Wexford House after a lengthy illness.

He was born in Dunbar, Va., and had been a resident of the Kingsport area for the past 62 years. Charles was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the Stone Drive Eagles #3141.

Mr Hood retired from AFG Industries in 1988 after many years of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James G. and Sally Ann Thompson Hood; and four sisters.

Survivors include his wife, Mary L. Hood; two daughters, Charlene and husband Leslie Coomer and Debbie and husband Scott Bishop, both of Kingsport; two sons, Scotty F. and wife Karen Hood of Kingsport and Tony and wife Charlaine Hood of Dandridge; five grandchildren, Michael Hood, Lory Hood, Joey Bishop, Holly Bishop and Erin Coomer-Slone, all of Kingsport; two brothers, Bobby and wife Vida Hood and Ed Hood, both of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at East Lawn Funeral Home and any time at the residence.

Services will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday in the funeral home with the Rev. Robert "Buddy" Legg officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at East Lawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Scotty Hood, Tony Hood, Leslie Coomer, Scott Bishop, Michael Hood and Joey Bishop.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Dowell and Bruce Barker.

East Lawn Funeral Home is serving the Hood family.

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Charles Leo Horne

PINEY FLATS - Charles Leo Horne, 66, of Piney Flats, entered into rest Thursday (Aug. 10, 2006) at his home.

He was born April 16, 1940 in Scott County, Va., and was the son of the late Hurston F. and Cora C. Sanders Horne. He has made his home in the Piney Flats area for the past 32 years. Mr. Horne was a former employee of the City of Kingsport.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his son, Randy Lee Horne.

Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Sylvia Jean Johnson Horne; daughters, Barbara Meade and husband Ed and Bobbie Jo Goddard and husband Joseph; daughter-in-law, Dr. Jill Talley-Horne; grandchildren who were precious to him: Danielle, Josh, Courtney, Savannah, Alexis, Charles Ross and Thomas; sister, Annie Giddeon; brothers, Bennie Horne and wife Pat and Robert Horne; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 6 p.m. today in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Smith officiating.

The family will receive friends following the service.

Entombment will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Temple Hill Memorial Park.

Weaver Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Armenda M. (Ramey) Housewright

MOUNT CARMEL - Armenda Ramey Housewright, 78, went to be with the Lord early Friday morning (Sept. 10, 2004) at her residence.

She was born in Scott County, Va. (Pink Hill) and had lived in this area since she was 23-years-old. She retired from Holston Valley Medical Center with over 32 years of service.

She was a member of Liberty Chapel Baptist Church (Mount Carmel).

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Housewright; her parents, Orbin Ramey and Captotoe Thacker Ramey; seven brothers, Virgil, Ercel, Doyle, Kelly, H.P., Elmer and Jessee; and one sister, Edna Thacker.

Surviving are her daughters, Patsy Way, Mount Carmel and Kathy Blevins and husband Don, Church Hill; sons, Gary Housewright and wife Kay, Mount Carmel and Tim Housewright, Surgoinsville; five grandchildren, Becky Mays, David Blevins, Travis Housewright, Missy Testerman and Robin Greene; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Rev. Carl Ramey and wife Doris; special friends, Joann Goode and Lillian Ratliff; and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill. Friends may also call anytime at the residence of the son, Gary, 525 Elm St., Mount Carmel.

Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Gary Carmony and the Rev. James Adams officiating.

Music will be provided by Debbie Trent and Louise Carmony.

Burial will be immediately following the funeral service at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Paul Hale, Dennis McMillian, Howard Thacker, Keith Ramey, Matt Mays and David Blevins will serve as pallbearers.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill is serving the Housewright family.

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Gary Edward Housewright

MOUNT CARMEL — Gary Edward Housewright, 52, of Mount Carmel, went to be with his heavenly Father early Friday morning (Nov. 7, 2008) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

He was a lifelong resident of Mount Carmel. Gary was a mechanic with Trent’s Auto for over 20 years. He was a born again Christian and attended Bethesda Independent Church in Dryden, Va. Gary loved Nascar and especially spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Armenda Ramey Housewright; his special mother-in-law, Eva Sage.

Gary Housewright is survived by his loving and caring wife of 35 years, Lena Kay Sage Housewright; his son, Travis Housewright (Gray); his sisters, Patsy Way (Mount Carmel), Kathy Blevins and her husband, Don (Church Hill); a brother, Tim Housewright (Surgoinsville); his special niece, Renee Nolan; along with additional nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Sunday at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill from 5 to 7 p.m., or friends may also call anytime at the residence.

A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Greg Carmony and the Rev. James Adams officiating.

A graveside service will be conducted on Monday at 11 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Honorary pallbearers will be Mechanics of Trent’s Auto, Jim Trent, and Wayne Trent.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill is serving the family of Gary Housewright.

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Glenia Joyce (Keith) Howington

NICKELSVILLE, Va. — Glenia Joyce Howington, 65, Nickelsville, Va., entered into rest Wednesday (April 30, 2008) at Indian Path Medical Center.

Mrs. Howington was born in Scott County, Va. on April 15, 1943 and was the daughter of the late Hula Keith.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Buddy Lee Howington ; and a daughter, Mildred Ann Howington .

Surviving are her daughter, Patsy Tolle, Gate City, Va.; sons, Rick Howington , Gate City, Va., Lester Howington , Nickelsville, Va. and Buddy Wayne Howington and fiancée, Amber, Gate City, Va.; grandchildren, Shana Day, Joyce Tolle, Holly Tolle, Heather Tolle, Stephen Howington and Destiny Howington ; great-grandchildren, Triston Tolle, Dalton Tolle, Jaylen Jones, Aubury Jones and Zane Tolle; sister, Betty Sue Smith; brother, Bobby Keith and wife, Phyllis, Nickelsville, Va.

The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Gate City Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be conducted at 5 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Charlie Taylor officiating.

Grandchildren of Mrs. Howington will provide the music.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Howington family.

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Lester Alan Howington

NICKELSVILLE, Va. — Lester Alan Howington, 42, Nickelsville, Va., passed away on Wednesday (Nov. 12, 2008) at his residence.
Born in Sullivan County on July 14, 1966, he was son of the late Buddy Lee and Glenia Keith Howington.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred Ann Howington.
Survivors include his sister, Patsy Tolle, Gate City, Va.; brothers, Rick Howington
and fiancee’, Renda Keith, Gate City, Va. and Buddy Wayne Howington and fiancee’, Amber, Gate City, Va.; nieces and nephews, Shana Day, Joyce Tolle, Holly Tolle, Heather Tolle, Stephen Howington and Destiny Howington; and greatnieces and great-nephews, Triston Tolle, Dalton Tolle, Jaylen Jones, Aubrey Jones and Zane Payton.
The family will receive friends at 11 a.m. Sunday at Gate City Funeral Home. The graveside service will follow the visitation at the Compton Cemetery.
Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Howington family.

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J. B. Huffman

BLOUNTVILLE — J.B. Huffman, 79, of Blountville, passed away at 9:30 p.m. Monday (Nov. 3, 2008) at his residence after an extended illness, with his family and friends at his bedside.

He was born Dec. 10, 1928 in Sullivan County to the late William H. and Fannie B. Huffman. He lived in Ohio for 14 years, before coming back home to Tennessee in August 1983. He retired from H&L Croush Construction. He and his wife own and operate Kays Restaurant on Hwy. 11-W since June 1986. He was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two granddaughters, Belinda Hadden and Tova Richardson; step-daughter, Leetta Sielger; sister, Ruth Hughes; brothers, Tom Huffman, Joes Huffman, Jim Huffman and Noah Huffman.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Kay Huffman; one daughter, Sheila Huffman, Blountville; four sons, Clifford Huffman and wife, Hazel, Allanson, Mich., Paul Huffman and wife, Annette, Holly, Mich., Robert Huffman and wife, Tiffany, Rockwood, Tenn., Harold Huffman and wife, Mary, Rockwood, Tenn.; one step-son, Donald Browder and wife, Tina, Toledo, Ohio; four sisters, Mary Qualls and husband, Bill, and Martha Fleenor, all of Kingsport, Margaret Hayes and husband, Adam, Blountville, Grace Dishner and husband, Pete, Sevierville, Tenn.; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Calling hours will be Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga St., Kingsport.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Mike Owens officiating.

Music will be provided by the Browder Singers.

Burial will follow the service at East Lawn Memorial Park.

Pallbearers will be Gene Morgan, Joe Sexton, David Hayes, Johnny Hayes, Homer Hayes and Frank Hayes.

Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Whitaker and Ralph Jackson.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Joe and Melinda Sexton, Judy Rodefer, Dr. R. Brandon, Amy and Hospice Nurse and Patsy Hinson.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Huffman family.

Submitted by Don Lane

James E. "Jim" Huffman

KINGSPORT - James E. Huffman, 83, 2182 Steadman Street, went to be with the Lord at 7 a.m. Monday (April 15, 2002) following a brief illness.

James was born in Sullivan County where he had lived his entire life.

He was an employee of Tennessee Eastman Company, retiring due to poor health. He was a member of Charity Chapel in Orebank.

Preceding him in death were his wife, Edith Byrd Huffman in 1978; a daughter, Karen Lavern Huffman; parents, William H. and Fannie B. Huffman; and three brothers, Tom Huffman, Noah Huffman and Joe Huffman.

Surviving are one daughter, Joyce Strong and husband Steve, Kingsport; two sons, Norman Huffman and wife Sharon, Loudon, Tenn., and Noah Huffman, Kingsport; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; five sisters, Mary Qualls, Ruth Hughes, Margaret Hayes, Martha Fleenor and Grace Dishner, all of Kingsport; one brother, J.B. Huffman, Kingsport; and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Charity Chapel with Pastor Mike Owens, Pastor Billy Denton and Pastor Avery Lynch officiating.

The body will be taken to the church 30 minutes prior to services.

Burial will follow at Gardners Chapel Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be grandsons and family members.

Submitted by Don Lane

Charles M. Hunnicutt

Obituary from Kingsport Times-News for descendants of Scott Co Ancestors

GATE CITY — Charles M. Hunnicutt Sr., 77, of Gate City, passed away Friday (Oct. 31, 2008) at the University of Virginia Hospital of Charlottesville, Va. after a brief illness.

Born in McIntyre, Ga., Charles served in the U, S, Navy for over 18 years. He retired from Dade County School System, where he taught for years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl C. Hunnicutt, Sr. and Lena McCrary Hunnicutt; brother, Curtis Hunnicutt.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanne A. Turner Hunnicutt, of the home; daughter, Karen A Mathis and husband, James; son, Charles M. Hunnicutt, Jr. and wife, Cheryl; grandchildren, Daniel Hunnicutt and Christina Hunnicutt; sisters, Dorothy Mays, Kathy Kersey and husband, Phillip; brothers, Carlton Hunnicutt and wife, Barbara, James Hunnicutt and wife, Betty Jean, Bob Hunnicutt and wife; Donald Hunnicutt and wife, Nancy; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 2, 2008) at Scott County Funeral Home, 2060 US Highway 23N, Weber City, Va.

Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. John Shephard and Rev. Richard Willis officiating.

Military graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday (Nov. 3, 2008) at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. with the American Legion Post 3/265 and Joe W. Byrd conducting the rites.

Pallbearers will be Military Color guard and Honorary Pallbearers will be Nobles of Jericho Shrine Temple.

Memorials may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, S.C., 29605-4277.

Carter-Trent/ Scott County Funeral Home is serving the Hunnicutt family.

Submitted by Don Lane