Frankie L. Lewis
Feb. 24, 1956 - Feb. 19, 2004
Frankie Lee Lewis, 47, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 19, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 21 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Lantana Cemetery. Bro. Ralph Reagan officiated, with special music by Brian Honeycutt.
Mr. Lewis was born Feb. 24, 1956 in Crossville, the son of Floyd T. and Janie Watson Lewis.
He was a custodian for the Davidson County School System and was of the Church of Christ faith.
Survivors include his brothers, George Lewis of Cincinnati, OH, Stevie Lewis of Crossville, Earl Bertram, Tommy Bertram and Jerry Bertram, all of Cincinnati, OH; and sister, Tina Simpson of Wartburg, TN.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Honeycutt Lewis.
Pallbearers were Tony Talley, Brian Talley, Jason Lewis, Anthony Lewis, Jeremy Davis, Tammy Ingle and Jerry Bertram.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Mildred K. Baird
May 17, 1940 - Feb. 22, 2004
Mildred K. Baird, 63, of Kansas City, KS, passed away Feb. 22, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at Maple Hill Funeral Home in Kansas City. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Baird was born May 17, 1940 to Frank and Corrine (McCoy) Lowery.
She worked for over 10 years as a cook for the Kansas City, KS public schools until health forced her retirement in the early '90s.
Survivors include her husband, Charles Baird; son, Keith Baird; daughter, Karen Crigger; grandchildren, Devin and Danica Baird, Jessie, Krystal and Nick Green; and sisters, Inus and Rema Fitzgerald and Wilma Boles.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers and her son, Terry, in 1999.
Maple Hill Funeral Home of Kansas City, KS is in charge of the arrangements.

Paul E. Copeland
March 10, 1905 - Feb. 17, 2004
Paul Ellsworth Copeland, 98, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 20 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. The Rev. Charleton Thackston officiated.
Mr. Copeland was born March 10, 1905 in Alpine, TN in Overton County, the son of Ellsworth Maywood Copeland and Sarah Loretta Keisling Copeland.
He was a supervisor for the parts department of the Ford Motor Company in Crossville for 30 years and was of the Methodist faith. He served in the Tennessee National Guard and on the Tennessee Rifle Team. He established the first Merita Bread Route in Crossville in 1936.
Survivors include his wife, Sula Thurman Copeland of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, James E. and Carolyn Keelen Copeland of Olive Branch, MS; grandsons, Keith Ellsworth Copeland of Southaven, MS and Michael Turner Copeland of Phoenix, AZ; brother, Lucian Copeland of Livingston, TN; and sister, Grace Copeland Bilbrey of Livingston, TN.
Pallbearers were Bo Null, Jim Percell, John Donnelly, Gene Thurman, Harold D. Hodges and Mike Copeland.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Stanley W. Koontz
Feb. 23, 2004
Stanley William Koontz, 85, of the Rarity Bay community in Vonore, TN, formerly of Redding, OH and of Crossville, passed away Feb. 23, 2004. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at Tellico Village Community Church, with the Rev. Marty Singley officiating. A reception will follow at the church.
Mr. Koontz was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army in Italy. He was a member of Tellico Village Community Church. He retired from General Electric. Following his retirement, he worked for over 20 years at Stonehenge Golf Club in Crossville as their starter.
Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Dorothy Koontz; sons, Ric Koontz of Crossville and Scott Koontz of Charleston, SC; and four grandchildren. He is also survived by his wife's three children and six grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marge Koontz; and parents, Edgar and Leona Koontz.
Click Funeral Home of Lenoir City is in charge of the arrangements.

Evelyn J. Miller
April 7, 1940 - Feb. 20, 2004
Evelyn Juanita Miller, 63, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 20, 2004. A memorial service was held Feb. 24 at New Hope Baptist Church, with Vern Daugherty officiating.
Mrs. Miller was born April 7, 1940 in Pikeville, TN, the daughter of Dave and Bessie Reed.
She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and worked in a restaurant.
Survivors include her son, Danny Wayne Howard; sisters, Aileen Bishop and Mary Hale; and grandchildren, Scott and Kelly Trussell and Terry Howard.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Terry and Richard Trussell; brothers, Ernest and Clarence Reed; and sister, Blanche Keys.
By family request, in lieu of flowers, contributions to help with funeral costs would be greatly appreciated.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Dorothy P. B. Polson
Aug. 29, 1918 - Feb. 23, 2004
Dorothy Pearl Brown Polson, 85, of Oak Ridge, formerly of Crossville, passed away Feb. 23, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 22 at Weatherford Mortuary in Oak Ridge, with burial in Oak Ridge Memorial Park. The Rev. William Mooney officiated.
Mrs. Polson was born Aug. 29, 1918 in Crossville, the daughter of Johnathan Segystamus and Stacy Alberta Hamby Brown.
Before moving to Oak Ridge, she taught school in Crossville and then continued teaching in Oak Ridge for a short period of time. In earlier years, she was also active with Brownie Scouts. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her husband, John S. Polson of Oak Ridge; daughter, Janice Elaine Dobbs of Oak Ridge; sister, Lela Tabor of Crossville; and grandchildren, Doug Dobbs and Melissa Dobbs, both of Oak Ridge.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Fred, Alonzo, Clenice and Lawrence Brown.
Weatherford Mortuary in Oak Ridge was in charge of the arrangements. Local information provided by Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC.
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Rose Mary Reagan
Sept. 15, 1935 - Feb. 17, 2004
Rose Mary Reagan, 68, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 19 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Goney Cemetery. Bro. Ralph Reagan officiated.
Mrs. Reagan was born Sept. 15, 1935 in Indianapolis, IN.
She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her husband, James Reagan of Crossville; sons, Thomas Reagan of Crossville and Jerry Reagan of Soddy Daisy; and daughters, Cindy Anderson of Crossville, Susie Duckworth of Ohio, Anna Davis of Crossville, Mary Hitchcock of Crossville and Lesa Reagan of Crossville.
Pallbearers were Michael Hitchcock, Donnie Stone, James Stone and Donnie Stone Jr.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

William D. Anderson
March 9, 1938 - Feb. 15, 2004
William Densel Anderson, 65, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 15, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 18 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with graveside services held at Springs Chapel Cemetery in Fentress County. Bobby Atkinson officiated.
Mr. Anderson was born March 9, 1938 in Rosland, TN in Fentress County, the son of Lincoln and Lena Anderson.
He was retired from International Paper Company in Florida and was a resident of Auburndale, FL for 34 years.
Survivors include many brothers, half-brothers, sisters, half-sisters, nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his half-brother, Glen Bowman.
Pallbearers were Lee Hawks, Trent Hawks, Dustin Hawks, Lewis Innis, Dana Taylor and Speedy Smith Jr.
Honorary pallbearer was Raymond Norris.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Effie A. Baker
June 18, 1927 - Jan. 20, 2004
Effie A. Baker (née: Walker), 76, of Middlefield, OH, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, at Briar Hill Health Care Residence, Middlefeld, OH.
Born on June 18, 1927, in Pikeville, TN, she was a daughter of Elmer and Gertrude (Hamilton) Walker and was a resident for 14 years, coming from Tennessee.
Mrs. Baker was a factory worker for 13 years in the Romec Division of Lear Seigler in Elyria, OH.
She was a member of Parkman Congregational Church in Parkman, OH. She loved vegetable and flower gardening, rose gardens and also did crocheting and needlework.
Survivors include one son, Paul (Kim) Richards of Novelty, OH; one daughter, Sharon (Everett) Swords of Southington, OH; one sister, Janie Kerley of Pikeville, TN; five grandchildren, Anna, Christopher, Joseph, Maxwell and Caitlin; and five great-grandchildren, Britney, Jonathan, Ashley, Gailen and Ronnie.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Paul Richards; her second husband, Frederick Baker; and seven brothers and sisters.
Funeral services were conducted Jan. 22 at Russell Golden Rule Funeral Service, 15670 West High Street, (Route 87), Middlefield, OH, with Pastor Gerald Sanders, of Parkman Congregational Church in Parkman, OH, officiating.
Burial was in Middlefeld Cemetery, Middlefield, OH.

Carolyn S. Klein
Jan. 14, 1944 - Feb. 16, 2004
Carolyn Sue Klein, 60, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 16, 2004. Memorial services were conducted Feb. 21 from St. Raphael's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Ann Markle officiating.
Mrs. Klein was born Jan. 14, 1944 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Willie Lee and Artie Lee Pugh Parsons.
She was self-employed, providing a cleaning service, and was a member of St. Raphael's Episcopal Church. She loved flowers, birds, decorating and gardening. She also had a fond love for her pets.
Survivors include her sister, Alma Jean West of Crossville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Oliver and Betty Sue Parsons and Paul and Lou Ann Parsons, all of Crossville; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Chuck Klein; sister, Juanita Parsons; and special friend, Tom Livesay.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Donald G. Sherrill
Aug. 12, 1959 - Feb. 17, 2004
Donald "Dub" Gene Sherrill, 44, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 20 from Bible Baptist Church, with burial at Haley's Grove Cemetery. Bro. Donald Wattenbarger officiated.
Mr. Sherrill was born Aug. 12, 1959 in Berea, OH, the son of Buster and Nellie Pelfrey Sherrill.
He worked in custodial services and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his brothers, Lonnie Sherrill, Joe Sherrill and Bobby Sherrill, all of Crossville; and sisters, Connie Lou Sherrill of Knoxville and Betty Sue Massey of Florida.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donnie Sherrill.
Pallbearers were Brian Sherrill, John Barnwell, Kenny Slavens, Lonnie E. Sherrill Jr., James Adams and Jamie Sherrill.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Geneva C. Sherlock
Dec. 10, 1920 - Feb. 18, 2004
Geneva Croteal Sherlock, 83, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 18, 2004. A memorial service was held Feb. 21 at Kingdom Hall of Jehova's Witnesses in Crossville, with Veral Vanwinkle officiating. Burial will be in Avonmore, PA at a later date.
Mrs. Sherlock was born Dec. 10, 1920 in Shelbyanna, KY.
She was a homemaker and a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehova's Witnesses.
Survivors include her son, James F. Sherlock; daughters, Nova Ledford and Arlene McGlade; grandchildren, James Phillips, Fawn Glasmeyer, Vicky Phillips, Wess Phillips, Jessica Sherlock, Allen Lewis, Quentin Ledford, Rebecca Bull, Gideon Ledford, Rachel Jennings and Clay Sherlock; 11 great-grandchildren; and sister, Stella Mullins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Sherlock; and brother, James McBrayer.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Woodrow E. Singleton
Sept. 1, 1917 - Feb. 17, 2004
Woodrow Ernest Singleton, 86, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 20 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Haley's Grove Cemetery. Bro. J.D. Carnes officiated.
Mr. Singleton was born Sept. 1, 1917 in Dickson County, TN, the son of George and Bertha Black Singleton.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a mechanic for the Cumberland County school system. He was a founding member of Oaklawn Baptist Church.
Survivors include his son, Marvin Singleton of Crossville; daughters, Judy Davis of Crossville and Linda Sanders of Raleigh, NC; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Estelle Green Singleton; brothers, Clifton, Leo and J.D. Singleton; and sisters, Reta Mae Nelson and Audrey Fields.
Pallbearers were Wade Davis, Heath Davis, Chip Sanders, Chad Sanders, Jimmy Nelson and Josh Hyder.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Madge Barnes
Aug. 30, 1914 - Feb. 12, 2004
Madge Barnes, 89, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 12, 2004. Graveside services will be Feb. 21 at 1:30 p.m. EST at the Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, TN.
Mrs. Barnes was born Aug. 30, 1914 in Rockwood, TN. She was the daughter of Fred and Emma Wasson McCuistion.
She was a department buyer for Cain and Sloane and was of the Methodist faith.
Surviors include sister, Ruby Adwell, of Ozone; sister-in-law, Leah McCuistion, of Cumberland Homesteads; and a host of nieces and nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Seth Barnes; parents, Fred and Emma McCuistion; sisters, Mabel, Annabell, Ruth and Elizabeth; and brothers, Stanley, Earl, Tom and Floyd.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

Bobby J. Bowman
Aug. 30, 1934 - Feb. 11, 2004
Bobby Joe "Bob" Bowman, 69, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Feb. 11, 2004. A memorial service was conducted Feb. 14 at Fairfield Glade Baptist Church, with the Rev. Doug Turner officiating.
Mr. Bowman was born Aug. 30, 1934 in Old Hickory, TN, the son of Howard Dewey Bowman and Mary Alene Jones Bowman.
He was director of purchasing for Miami Valley Paper, referee for Miami Valley Officiating Association & Youth Sports, a Mason and a member of Scottish Rites. He resided in Dayton, OH 1959-1978. He was county commissioner for Cumberland County and a member of the Buckeyes and Yukon Jocks golf groups. He was a member of the Fairfield Glade Baptist Church and served in the U.S. Navy from 1955-1959.
Survivors include his daughter, Diana Lynn Borm of Collierville, TN; sons, Robert Joe Bowman and Chris Bowman, both of Mission Viejo, CA; grandchildren, Clint and Brett Borm of Collierville, TN; and brother, Jim Bowman of Fairfield Glade.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Hammock Bowman; and brother, John Bowman.
The family requests that memorials be made to Fellowship of Christian Athletes, c/o Noel Cherry, PO Box 3407, Cookeville, TN 38502.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Jolean E. Delk
July 22, 1937 - Feb. 14, 2004
Jolean Edith Delk, 66, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Feb. 14, 2004. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22 at the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Max Mayo and the Rev. Lanita Pride officiating. Burial will be in Hannah Cemetery, North Dakota.
Ms. Delk was born July 22, 1937 in Grand Forks, ND, the daughter of Robert Dougal McLean Sr. and Jean McMaster McLean.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her son, William Shelton Delk Jr. of Fairfield Glade; daughter, Robyn Jean Delk of Fairfield Glade; grandson, Jeffrey Dean Callis Jr. of North Carolina; and granddaughters, Jessica Nicole Edwards and Brittany Danille Edwards of Fairfield Glade.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Dougal McLean Jr.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

George A. Miller
March 2, 1930 - Feb. 11, 2004
George Anthony Miller, 73, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Feb. 11, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 14 from Lighthouse Baptist Church, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. David Rowan and Bro. Nick Ball officiated.
Mr. Miller was born March 2, 1930 in South Bend, IN, the son of Anthony John and Louise Keller Miller.
He was an independent insurance agent with Bridge-Holland-Miller and a detective for the South Bend Police Department. He was also an Air Force veteran, having served our country during Korea. He was a charter member and deacon of Lighthouse Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Chris Miller of Fairfield Glade; son, Garry Miller of Crossville; daughter, Jennifer Woods Bennett of Cummings, GA; sister, Carolyn Miller of Cary, NC; and grandchildren, Cori Bennett and Madison Woods.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his niece, Nickki Bouché.
Pallbearers were Barry Woods, Mike Weddle, Dayrl Huff, Mike Fox, Jon Bouché and Phil Ballard.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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James E. Townsend
March 13, 1945 - Feb. 11, 2004
James Earl Townsend, 58, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 11, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 14 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. Vern Schwartz officiated.
Mr. Townsend was born March 13, 1945 in Athens, TN, the son of George and Frances Cornett Townsend.
He was a mechanic for Monticella Canning Company and of the Jehova Witness faith.
Survivors include his wife, Rosalie Townsend of Crossville; daughters, Rebecca Jackson of Crossville, Marci Jackson of Crossville, Angela Whittenburg of Crossville, Pamela Shelmadine of Fort Wayne, IN and Sandra Townsend of Etowah, TN; sons, Tommy Jackson Jr. of Crossville and Jimmy Townsend of Madisonville, TN; brother, George Townsend of Calhoun, TN; sisters, Tiny Morgan of Crossville and Carolyn Walker of Sweetwater; and nine grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Tommy Jackson, Jimmy Townsend, James Morgan, George Morgan, Charles Jordan and Jeff Daniel.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Thomas Coughenour
Jan. 27, 1928 - Feb. 11, 2004
Thomas Raymond Coughenour, 76, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Feb. 11, 2004. A memorial service was conducted Feb. 14 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with the Rev. Max Mayo and the Rev. Lanita Pride officiating.
Mr. Coughenour was born Jan. 27, 1928, in Uniontown, PA, the son of Raymond and Elizabeth Bossart Coughenour.
He was a salesman for Westinghouse and Phillips Electric. He served in the U.S. Navy and was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Beth Coughenour of Fairfield Glade; sons, David Coughenour of Austin, TX, and Eric Coughenour of Butler, PA; grandchildren, Christine Clancy, Maggie Plant, Graig Coughenour, Brian Coughenour, Tegan Dischner and Dylan Coughenour; and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Leslie Anne Coughenour; a brother, Charles Coughenour; and a sister, Sally Fornella.
Bilbrey Funeral Home Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Richard Coy Lewis
Oct. 30, 1935 - Feb. 14, 2004
Richard Coy Lewis, 68, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 14, 2004. Funeral services were held Feb. 17 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., with Richard Tinch officiating. Burial was in Linary Cemetery.
Mr. Lewis was born Oct. 30, 1935, the son of Roy and Cora Lee Lewis.
Before his illness, he had been a Cumberland County employee for many years. He was a member of Linary Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce Lewis; son and daughter-in-law, Richard "Dick" and Cindy Lewis; daughter-in-law, Melissa Miller Walker; brother, Sonny Lewis; sisters, Betty Jean Tollett and Carolyn Reynolds; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Jean Lewis; a son, Robert Wayne Lewis; a stepson, Ed Walker; and a sister, Anna M. Hedgecoth.
Pallbearers were Terry Tollett, Lane Tollett, Ronnie Patton, Steve Houston, Larry Houston and Lyle Houston.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Betty Jean McGuire
July 16, 1927 - Feb. 2, 2004
Betty Jean McGuire, 76, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Graveside services were held Feb. 6 at Memory Gardens in Madison, WV, with Frank Frye officiating.
Mrs. McGuire was born July 16, 1927, in Fitzpatrick, WV.
She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Ellen and Roger Hurley of Crossville; grandchildren, Matthew Goodwin, Drew Goodwin and Lane Goodwin and wife, Rachel; and sister Ruby Salyer.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George McGuire; son, Tony McGuire; sister, Arlene Tackett; and brother, Darrell Hall.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

Thelbert Wayne "Buddy" Shelton
Oct. 20, 1966 - Feb. 13, 2004
Thelbert Wayne "Buddy" Shelton, 37, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 13, 2004. Services were held Feb. 16 at Crossville Memorial Chapel with Mike Kerley and Donald Wattenbarger officiating. Burial was in Crossville City Cemetery.
Mr. Shelton was born Oct. 20, 1966 in Cumberland County, the son of Thelbert and Irene Shelton.
He was an automobile mechanic.
Survivors include his mother, Irene Shelton; sister and brother-in-law, Vicky and Darwin Scarlett; and sister and brother-in-law, Faye and Raymond Smith.
He was preceded in death by his father, Thelbert Shelton.
Pallbearers were Dale Crockett, Lynn Russell, Johnny Pleasant, Todd Hinch, Greg Bilyeu and Junior Cooper. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Kerley and Randy Fish.
Crossville Memorial Funeral home and Crematory Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

Elizabeth Wright
Feb. 17, 2004
Elizabeth "Bugg" Wright, 84, of Rockwood, passed away Feb. 17, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. EST Wednesday, Feb. 18, from the chapel of Evans Mortuary, Rockwood, with the Rev. Paul Johnston officiating. Interment will be held at 10 a.m. EST Thursday, Feb. 19, at Roane Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Evans Mortuary.
Mrs. Wright was a member of Asbury Chapel United Methodist Church. She was a retired saleslady with 43 years of service and was employed by George's Pharmacy of Rockwood.
She is survived by her husband, Garland P. "Jeep" Wright of Rockwood; son and daughter-in-law, Bobby L. and Judy Dodd of Oak Ridge; daughters and son-in-law, Diana Ratcliffe of Rockwood, and Mary Louise and Ed Parks of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Rhonda Lavona Ratcliffe Potter, Robin Diana Ratcliffe Wallace, Rondal Royce "Rocky" Ratcliffe II, Shannon Dodd Waller and Whitney Dodd Chambers; and great-grandchildren, George Wiley Potter III, Weston Franklin Potter, Samuel Weston Elmore, Brandie Nicole Seiber, Justin Vance Wallace, Rocky Lee Seiber, Diana Elizabeth Ratcliffe, Megan McKenzie Ratcliffe, Haley Rose Ratcliffe, Lauren Marie Johnson, Courtney Renee Chambers and Kayla Danielle Chambers.
Evans Mortuary of Rockwood is in charge of the arrangements.

Madge Barnes
Aug. 30, 1914 - Feb. 12, 2004
Madge Barnes, 89, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 12, 2004. Graveside services will be Feb. 21 at 1:30 p.m. EST at the Hamelton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, TN.
Mrs. Barnes was born Aug. 30, 1914 in Rockwood, TN. She was the daughter of Fred and Emma Wasson McCuistion.
Mrs. Barnes was a department buyer for Kain and Slone and was of the Methodist faith.
Surviors include sister, Ruby Adwell, of Ozone; sister-in-law, Leah McCuistion, of Cumberland Homesteads; and a host of nieces and nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Seth Barnes; parents, Fred and Emma McCuistion; sisters, Mabel, Annabell, Ruth and Elizabeth; and brothers, Stanley, Earl, Tom and Floyd.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth R. Bruce
Dec. 6, 1958 - Feb. 10, 2004
Kenneth Ray Bruce, 45, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 10, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 13 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Big Lick Cemetery. Junior Pugh officiated.
Mr. Bruce was born Dec. 6, 1958 in Rhea County, TN.
Survivors include his mother, Imogene Hinch Meadows of Crossville; sons, Kenneth Wayne Bruce and Jason Paul Garner, both of Crossville; grandchildren, Jason Paul Garner, Amber Cheyenne Bruce and Dakota Wayne Nichols, all of Crossville; brother, Calvin Lane Bruce of Crossville; sisters, Willazene Wyatt and Deborah June Bruce, both of Crossville; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Bruce; and brother, Jaime Bruce.
Pallbearers were Danny Brown, Bobby Orme, Kenny Bruce, Jason Paul Garner, Shawn Bruce and Chris Keel.
Honorary pallbearers were Greg Keylon and Keith White.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Jack K. Frisbie
Jan. 11, 1946 - Feb. 2, 2004
Jack Kenneth Frisbie, 57, of Cumberland Cove in Monterey, TN, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 6 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, with Father Patrick Brownell and Deacon Joe Solis officiating. Burial with full military honors was in Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Mr. Frisbie was born Jan. 11, 1946 in Alexandria, MN, the son of Milton Kenneth and Maxine Vickerman Frisbie.
He served in the United States Navy and Fleet Marines during Vietnam and retired from TransWorld Airlines. He was a devoted member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, being a sacrastin and extraordinary minister for Member Cursillo Group at St. Alphonsus. He also belonged to the Knights of Columbus and the VFW.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanne Frisbie of Cumberland Cove in Monterey, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Kerry Frisbie of Jackson, NJ; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Pat and Roger Chayer of South Haven, MN and Marlene and Warren Nelson of Ashby, MN.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Maxine Frisbie.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Virginia Hutcheson
April 17, 1922 - Jan. 30, 2004
Virginia Hutcheson, 81, of Crossville, passed away Jan. 30, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 5 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery in Pikeville. The Rev. Roland Smith officiated, with special music by Susan Swafford and Debbie Hyder.
Mrs. Hutcheson was born April 17, 1922 in Sheffield, AL, the daughter of Gilbert P. and Lora Safley Cope.
She was a homemaker and a charter member of Central Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, William "Bill" Hutcheson of Crossville; sons and daughters-in-law, Ted and Arlene Hutcheson of Madison, AL and Robert and Glenda Hutcheson of Jacksonville, TX; daughters and sons-in-law, Billie K. and Eric Winckler of Casco, ME and Lora J. and Ben Sorrels of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Ellen, Sara, Mary, Abby, William, Kimberly and Virginia; and great-grandchildren, Lauren, Elizabeth and Daniel.
Pallbearers were Mark Witt, Cranston Moses, Hansel McDonald, Clint Allred, Donnie Johnson and Bob Tidwell.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked donations be made to the Central Baptist Church building fund or to the Gideons.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Michelle R. Miller
Sept. 11, 1963 - Feb. 8, 2004
Michelle Renee Miller, 40, of Pikeville, passed away Feb. 8, 2004. A time of remembrance was held Feb. 11 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home.
Mrs. Miller was born Sept. 11, 1963 in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Raymond and Evelyn Davey Didier.
She was a retail clerk for Cracker Barrel.
Survivors include her husband, Jeffrey Miller of Pikeville; and stepdaughter, Janice Miller of Pikeville.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Charles E. Miller
Sept. 24, 1935 - Feb. 6, 2004
Charles "Charlie" Edward Miller, 68, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 6, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 9 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. Bill Roberts officiated, with special music by Bill Cunningham and Jim Noe. Graveside Masonic services were held, with the Shriners as the honor guard.
Mr. Miller was born Sept. 24, 1935 in Johnson City, TN, the son of Wesley and Rebecca Greer Miller.
He was in computer operations for Santee-Cooper and of the Baptist faith. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was a Mason and a Shriner.
Survivors include his wife, Lois Mayfield Miller of Crossville; stepsons, Donnie and Jimmy Whittenburg of Crossville; grandchildren, Carla, Jason, Marty, Nicky and Haley; great-grandchildren, Harley and Grace; sisters, Blanche Johnson of Mobile, AL and Ruth Melton of Elizabethton, TN.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Hattie Street; and brothers, Paul and Jess Miller.
Pallbearers were Jason Whittenburg, Marty Whittenburg, Noel Pratt, Richard Street, Jess Miller and Kenneth Melton.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Ina R. Reece
Feb. 10, 2004
Ina Ruth Reece, 69, of Pikeville, passed away Feb. 10, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. CST Friday, Feb. 13 from the chapel of Putnam-Reed Funeral Home in Pikeville, with Minister Preston Edmondson officiating. Burial will be in Griffith Cemetery.
Mrs. Reece was a member of Griffith Church of Christ.
Survivors include her children and their spouses, Jimmy and Judy Reece, Deborah Swafford and Toby Velasco of Pikeville, Jimmie and Sharon Beeco of Franklin, NC, Randy and Susan Oakes of Spencer, TN and Steve and Jackie Reece of Crossville; grandchildren, Brian and Kevin Reece, Trent Hankins and Kyle Swafford, all of Pikeville, Stephen Reece of Crossville, Heather Rainey of Pikeville, Alisha Hankins of Decatur, TN, and Candice Akin and Morgan Reece of Dunlap; great-grandchildren, Peyton and Ashton Rainey and Colton and Emily Hankins; sisters, Dorothy Walker of Danville, VA, Ruby Maxwell of Kodak, TN and Barbara Jean Webb of Chattanooga; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Claude Reece.
Putnam-Reed Funeral Home of Pikeville is in charge of the arrangements.

Eileen Brookhart Willis
Feb. 1, 2004
Eileen Brookhart Willis, 78, of Winter Park, FL passed away Feb. 1, 2004. Born in 1925, Eileen was a native of Crossville and the daughter of George F. and Mary B. Brookhart. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Tennessee and her library science degree from George Peabody College.
After working for libraries in Lisbon, OH and Martin, TN, she moved to Orlando in 1952 to become the bookmobile librarian for the Albertson/Orlando Public Library. It was there that she met Richard P. Willis, the bookmobile driver, to whom she was wed in 1956.
Eileen later served as head of the library's Local History/Genealogy department for more than 30 years, retiring in 1988. She was a trusted resource to many in researching family and local histories.
Throughout her career and retirement, she was involved in many civic organizations including Daughters of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, Daughters of American Colonists, United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Central Florida Genealogical Society, the Federation of Genealogical Societies, Altrusa and Mended Hearts.
As a long-time member of the First Congregational Church of Winter Park, she served in various roles including that of church historian.
She is survived by her husband, Richard Willis of Winter Park, FL; son and daughter-in-law, George and Anne Willis, and granddaughter, Emily, of Melbourne, FL; brother, G. Donald Brookhart and his wife, Jane Anne of Crossville; and brother, C. Edward Brookhart and his wife, Mary Altie of Frisco, TX.
She was greatly loved by many other family members and friends.
A memorial service was held Wednesday, Feb. 4.

Richard S. Woody Jr.
Aug. 15, 1922 - Feb. 9, 2004
Richard Simpson Woody Jr., 81, of Mt. Vernon, TX, formerly of Isoline, TN, passed away Feb. 9, 2004. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Woody Cemetery. The Rev. David Wilkerson will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m., two hours prior to the service.
Mr. Woody was born Aug. 15, 1922 in Isoline, TN, the son of Richard S. Woody Sr. and Louise Thompson Woody.
He was retired management and was a member of Macon Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army (Sgt.) during World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret Wallis Woody of Mt. Vernon, TX; sons, David Woody of Sulphur Springs, TX and Paul M. Woody of Nashville, TN; daughters, RoseAnne Landreth of Bartlett, TN and Janice Woody of Nashville; grandchildren, Glen S. Landreth, Ron K. Landreth, Tammy Gotto and Kristy; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Richard Martin Woody and Mary Louise Woody.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Eugene P. Beatty
Oct. 10, 1930 - Feb. 3, 2004
Eugene Pat Beatty, 73, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 3, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 5 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Davis Cemetery. Bro. Jeff Monday officiated, with special music by the Tansi Worship Choir and Velma Daugherty.
Mr. Beatty was born Oct. 10, 1930 in Alpine, TN, the son of Herman and Pearl Vaughn Beaty.
He was an iron worker for the Butler Steel Co. and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
Survivors include his wife, Glee Ilene Beatty of Crossville; son, Randy Beatty of Crossville; daughter and son-in-law, Tina and Chuck Burgess of Crossville; grandchildren, Megan and Jordan Burgess of Crossville; brothers, Dock and Frank Beaty of Crossville; and sisters, Erman Smith of California, Willie Mae Kline of California and Helen Clark of Texas.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, John Beatty and Sam Beaty; and sister, Judy Humble.
Pallbearers were Virgil Ferguson, Howard Peacock, Don Johnson, Paul Beaty, Billy Beaty and Alan Beaty.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Patricia C. Brown
May 16, 1949 - Feb. 4, 2004
Patricia Christine Brown, 54, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 4, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 6 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. Robert Cargil officiated.
Ms. Brown was born May 16, 1949 in Hamilton County, TN, the daughter of Thomas and Rachel Christine Davis Vail.
She was a cook and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her daughters, Anna Crisp of Crossville and Rachel Brown of Crossville; grandchildren, Jeremy Mathes of Crossville and Tyler Crisp of Crossville; brother, Ronnie Bell of Chattanooga; and sisters, Jay Justice of Chickamauga, TN and Brenda Faye Cargile of Chattanooga.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Don Avon Wilson; and sister, Karen Butler.
Pallbearers were Kenny Cargile, Jeff Justice, Robert Cargile, Douglas Dial, Brian Teagve and Ronnie E. Vail.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Alva N. Davis
April 20, 1925 - Feb. 4, 2004
Alva Neil Davis, 78, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 4, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 7 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. Tony Wilson and Bro. Gary Robbins officiated, with special music by the Pine Eden Church Singers.
Mr. Davis was born April 20, 1925 in Cumberland County, the son of James A. and Letha Ann Lewis Davis.
He was retired from Crossville Rubber as a die cutter and a member of Pine Eden Baptist Church. He was an Army veteran, having served our country during World War II. He loved gospel singing, gardening and greatly loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Davis of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Ted and Ann Davis of Chickamauga, GA; daughters and sons-in-law, Margie and Ronald Burns of Crossville, Rose and Reid Andrews of Hixson and Janie and Greg Lack of Crossville; brothers, William R. Davis of Massachusetts and James Elmo Davis of Ohio; sisters, Georgia (Lennis) Ryerson of Newark, OH and Mary Lee Bolin of Crossville; grandchildren, Brian Burns, Rhonda Burns, Dwayne Davis, Brent Davis, Renee Andrews, Jason Andrews and Jana Lack; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Kemmer and Sami Kemmer; step-grandchildren, Jeff Sitton, Jill Russell, Tammy Sitton and Chad Lack; and step-great-grandchildren, Jonathan Sitton, McKenzie Russell, Christian Hayden, Chris Kemmer and Todd Kemmer.
Pallbearers were Brent Davis, Brian Burns, Jim Kemmer, Chad Lack, Ricky Neely, Jeff Sitton and Jason Andrews.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Jack K. Frisbie
Jan. 11, 1946 - Feb. 2, 2004
Jack Kenneth Frisbie, 57, of Cumberland Cove in Monterey, TN, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 6 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, with Father Patrick Brownell and Deacon Joe Solis officiating. Burial with full military honors was in Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Mr. Frisbie was born Jan. 11, 1946 in Alexandria, MN, the son of Milton Kenneth and Maxine Vickerman Frisbie.
He was retired from the United States Navy and Fleet Marines, having served our country during Vietnam. He was a devoted member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, being a sacrastin and extraordinary minister for Member Cursillo Group at St. Alphonsus. He also belonged to the Knights of Columbus and the VFW.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanne Frisbie of Cumberland Cove in Monterey, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Kerry Frisbie of Jackson, NJ; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Pat and Roger Chayer of South Haven, MN and Marlene and Warren Nelson of Ashby, MN.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Maxine Frisbie.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Virginia Hutchenson
April 17, 1922 - Jan. 30, 2004
Virginia Hutchenson, 81, of Crossville, passed away Jan. 30, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 5 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery in Pikeville. The Rev. Roland Smith officiated, with special music by Susan Swafford and Debbie Hyder.
Mrs. Hutchenson was born April 17, 1922 in Sheffield, AL, the daughter of Gilbert P. and Lora Safley Cope.
She was a homemaker and a charter member of Central Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, William "Bill" Hutchenson of Crossville; sons and daughters-in-law, Ted and Arlene Hutchenson of Madison, AL and Robert and Glenda Hutchenson of Jacksonville, TX; daughters and sons-in-law, Billie K. and Eric Winckler of Casco, ME and Lora J. and Ben Sorrels of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Ellen, Sara, Mary, Abby, William, Kimberly and Virginia; and great-grandchildren, Lauren, Elizabeth and Daniel.
Pallbearers were Mark Witt, Cranston Moses, Hansel McDonald, Clint Allred, Donnie Johnson and Bob Tidwell.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked donations be made to the Central Baptist Church building fund or to the Gideons.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Jerry E. Neely
Feb. 12, 1937 - Feb. 1, 2004
Jerry Edward Neely, 66, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 1, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 4 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Thomas Springs Cemetery. Bro. Paul Robert Gupton officiated.
Mr. Neely was born Feb. 12, 1937 in Cumberland County, the son of C.C. "Red" and Dorothy Bolin Neely Sr.
He worked as a timber cutter and sawmill operator and was also pastor of Bowman Bible Baptist Church. He was a veteran, having served our country in the United States Army.
Survivors include his father and stepmother, C.C. and Anna Neely of Crossville; sons, Rene Neely of Knoxville, Avery Neely of Richmond, VA, Edwin Neely of Clarksville and Bradley Neely of Lemoore, CA; daughter, Yvette Hunt of Winchester, TN; brothers, Sammy Neely of Chattanooga, Carl Neely Jr. of Crossville and William Boyd Neely of Crossville; sisters, Roberta Henry of Crossville, Velma Buck of Crossville, Edna McClard of Hendersonville and Margaret Sanders of Cleveland, TN; grandchildren, Alexis, Jeanna, Evan, Katie, Jon Tyler, Benjamin, Matthew, Myra, Brandon, Bryan and Tyler Neely, Courtney, Cole and Nicholas Hunt; and a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Jane Neely; and brother, Robert Neely.
Pallbearers were David Elmore, Ralph Gallaway, William Boyd Neely, David Sherrill, William Henry, Bryant Henry and Bunn Tollett.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Dakota S. Thompson
Jan. 23, 1997 - Feb. 5, 2004
Dakota Shane Thompson, 7, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 5, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 8 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Linary Cemetery. Bro. Ricky Burse officiated, with special music by Dakota's uncle, Johnny Seagraves.
Dakota was born Jan. 23, 1997 in Knox County, the son of Kirby and Kimberly Houston Thompson.
He attended the Linary Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Dustin and Desmond Thompson; grandfather, Herbert Houston of Crossville; aunt and uncles, Angel and Jr. Dennis, Joy and Herman Miller, Glenn and Kay Parsons, Sonny and Nancy Jones, Tom and Marsonette Houston, Billy and Hazel Houston and David and Patricia Houston, all of Crossville, and Johnny and JoAnn Seagraves of Livingston; and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Myrtle Houston.
Pallbearers were Desmond Thompson, Dustin Thompson, Ray Parsons and Kirby Thompson.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Jerry Byers
June 12, 1949 - Jan. 9, 2004
Jerry "JB" Byers, 54, of Atlanta, GA, passed away Jan. 9, 2004. He requested no services.
Mr. Byers was born June 12, 1949 in Mayland, TN, the son of William "AV" and Mary Frances Byers.
He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and nephew. He was a decorated Vietnam veteran, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a devoted employee of ADT Securities for 34 years in Illinois, Alabama, Texas and Georgia.
Survivors include his son, Brian Keith (Shonda) Byers of Theodore, AL; brother, Ronnie (Sue) Byers; sisters, Pat (Barry) Welliver of Rockford, IL and Brenda (Dennis) Krychowecky of Port St. Lucie, FL; grandchildren, Taelor, Aaron and Justin Byers of Theodore, AL; aunts, Lucille Payne of Rockford, IL and Betty (Melvie) White of Maschesney Park, IL; uncles, Claude (Gladys) Tays of Rockford, IL and David (Judy) Tays of Oklahoma; special cousins, Betty Harvel of Crossville and Lana (Ron) Givens of Lebanon, TN; and other nieces, nephews and cousins.
The National Cremation Society in Atlanta, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

Benjamin F. Cox
Feb. 6, 2004
Benjamin Franklin Cox, 89, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 6, 2004. Graveside services were conducted Feb. 9 at Middlesettlements Cemetery in Maryville, TN.
Mr. Cox was of the Methodist faith and a 50-year Mason.
Survivors include his son, Frank A. Cox of Louisville, TN; daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Pat Cooper of Crossville; brothers and sister-in-law, John A. Cox and Charles and Betty Cox; three grandsons; four great-grandchildren; two step-granddaughters; and two step-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Addie Allen Cox; parents, Owen G. and Edna Cox; brother, Jack Cox; one grandson; one great-grandson; and daughter-in-law, Patsy Cox.
McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home of Maryville, TN was in charge of the arrangements.

Leona P. Bolton
Jan. 16, 2004
A memorial service is scheduled in memory of Leona Pearl Bolton on Friday, Feb. 13 at 8:30 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church.
Ms. Bolton passed away Jan. 16, 2004 and was buried in Elkins, WV.
She was a resident of Crossville for three years, residing with her son, John G. Dolfie; daughter-in-law, Libby Dolfie; and grandson, Andrew Dolfie.
Friends and family are invited to the service officiated by Deacon Joe Solis.

Vivian G. Daugherty
March 1, 1915
Vivian Gaskins Daugherty, 88, has passed away. Memorial services were conducted Jan. 28 on what would have been Herb Daugherty Sr., her husband's, 97th birthday. Tributes were give by her three sons and the Rev. Roland Smith of Central Baptist Church.
Mrs. Daugherty was born March 1, 1915, the daughter of Harvey and Bertha Gaskins.
She married Herb Daugherty Sr. on Nov. 6, 1932. They celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary prior to her husband's death in 2001.
For the past 40 years, they had lived, worked and retired in San Diego, CA before moving to Crossville seven years ago.
She was one of 11 children, and all preceded her in death but one sister, Bea Hicks of Kansas City, Kansas. She had a twin sister who lived for many years in Los Angeles, CA before passing away several years ago in that city.
She is survived by her three sons, Vern Daugherty, pastor of the New Hope Baptist Church where she was a member; James Herb Daugherty Jr. (Ret.) of Hilton Head, SC; and Dr. Ken Daugherty, minister and executive director of the Christian Emergency Relief Team (CERT) based in Crossville. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
One son, Larry Lindell Daugherty, preceded her in death at the age of 18 months in the 1940s.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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John M. McLean
May 18, 1923 - Feb. 2, 2004
John McBride McLean, 80, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 at the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church, with the Revs. Max Mayo and Lanita Pride officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at noon Monday, one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Green Acres Memory Gardens.
Mr. McLean was born May 18, 1923 in Ontario, Canada, the son of James Ross McLean and Georgina Jackson McLean.
He was a civil engineer for the Ford Motor Company. and of the Methodist faith. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Beck McLean of Fairfield Glade; sons, Mark McLean of Vancouver, WA and Scott McLean of Monterey, TN; daughter, Sandra Perry of Seattle, WA; grandchildren, Micah, Bree and Connor; and sister, Donelda Gable of Pittsburgh, PA.
The family requests that memorials be made to Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Charlotte C. Newman
Aug. 27, 1926 - Feb. 2, 2004
Charlotte Celeste McMullin Newman, 77, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at Memorial Baptist Church, with burial in Hickman City Cemetery in Hickman, KY. Bro. Bill Roberts and the Rev. Ralph Allmon will officiate.
Mrs. Newman was born Aug. 27, 1926 in Obion County, TN, the daughter of Gaither Tildon and Ada Corum McMullin.
She was a homemaker and a member of Memorial Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Charles Newman of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Neville and Sharon Newman of Lucas, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Kelli and DeNohal Alley of Oneida, TN; brother, Lynn McMullin of Horseshoe Bend, AR; sisters, Mary Pierce of Dundee, FL; Hilda Allmon of Horseshoe Bend, AR and Sue Waln of Rockwall, TX; and grandchildren, Justin, Rebecca, Jeremy, Joshua, Josiah, Hannah, Taylor, Julianna, Camille and Courtney.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Rogers McMullin and Gary McMullin; and sister, Christine McMullin.
Pallbearers will be Neville Newman, DeNohal Alley, Justin Newman, Taylor Alley, Lynn McMullin and Leonard Cerino.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Barbara R. Rector
Feb. 5, 1937 - Feb. 2, 2004
Barbara Ruth Rector, 66, of Crossville, passed away Feb. 2, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 4 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Bowman Cemetery. Raymond Chadwick and Scott Brady officiated, with music by Reba D. Reed.
Mrs. Rector was born Feb. 5, 1937 in Crossville, the daughter of Blaine Barnwell and Elsie Woody Barnwell.
She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Baptist Church.
Survivors include her husband, William L. Rector; daughters and sons-in-law, Pamela and Jason Tanner and Veronica (Roni) and Danny Hopson; grandchildren, Erika Joann Rector, William Tyler Connley and Nicholas Aleksander Tanner; mother, Elsie Woody Barnwell; brothers, Ralph Barnwell, Hershel Barnwell, Sevier Barnwell, Edd Barnwell, Frank Barnwell and Ernest Barnwell; and sister, Teresa Cole.
She was preceded in death by her father, Blaine Barnwell; and infant sons, William Joseph Rector and Blaine Lester Rector.
Pallbearers were Edd Barnwell II, Mark Cole, David Cole, Jimmy Barnwell, Darrell Barnwell, Michael Woody and Eddie Woody.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Gerald W. Tibbs
May 31, 1940 - Feb. 1, 2004
Gerald Winton Tibbs, 63, of Lake Tansi, passed away Feb. 1, 2004. A memorial service was conducted Feb. 4 at Tansi Community Church, with Jeff Monday officiating.
Mr. Tibbs was born May 31, 1940 in Richmond, IN, the son of Winton and Frances Tibbs.
He was a member of Tansi Community Church.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Kaye Tibbs; son, Rick Tibbs; daughter, Melynda Cross; stepchildren, Christy Hall and Chuck Price; grandchildren, Matthew, Jarret, Josh, Jessica, Jena, Tyler, Jason and Sadie; and sister, Marsha Walls.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Winton and Frances Tibbs.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Margie Affleck
Aug. 6, 1925 - Jan. 31, 2004
Margie Affleck, 78, of Crossville, passed away Jan. 31, 2004. There will be a private family service at a later date.
Mrs. Affleck was born Aug. 6, 1925 in Salt Lake City, UT, the daughter of Charles and Dorothy Selander Andrus.
She was an executive secretary for a life insurance company.
Survivors include her daughter, Kristen Bliss of Crossville; stepdaughter, Deanna McLaughlan of Utah; three grandchildren; sister, Audrey Williams of California; and brother, David Andrus of California.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Carllena Boronda
Aug. 19, 1959 - Jan. 31, 2004
Carllena Boronda, 44, of the Plateau Community in Cumberland County, passed away Jan. 31, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 3 from the chapel of Goff Funeral Home in Monterey. The Rev. Eddie Way and the Rev. Bobby Floyd officiated, with interment following in the Muddy Pond Cemetery.
Mrs. Boronda was born Aug. 19, 1959 in Bartlesville, OK, the daughter of Donnie Edford and Louise Lee Burnett.
She was an employee of the Arby's restaurant on Jefferson Ave. in Cookeville and attended the Rock Springs Community Church.
Survivors include her husband, John Boronda of the Plateau Community in Cumberland County; daughters, Christina Riley of Cookeville, Kimberly Jackson of Albuquerque, NM and Anna Ward of Belen, NM; son, Leroy Brewster of Albuquerque, NM; mother, Louise Lee Burnett of Jarales, NM; five grandchildren; sisters, Debbie Jackson and Binky Porter, both of Jarales, NM; brothers, Danny Jackson and Bobby Jackson, both of Belen, NM; mother-in-law, Elsie Lewis of Cookeville; sisters-in-law, Patricia Davenport, Debbie McQuarry, Theresa Hargis, Becky Swallows, Ginny Stewart and Vivian Swift; and brothers-in-law, Ricky Lewis, Kevin Boronda and Phillip Boronda.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Goff Funeral Home of Monterey, TN was in charge of the arrangements.

Jerry Byers
June 12, 1949 - Jan. 9, 2004
Jerry "JB" Byers, 54, of Atlanta, GA, passed away Jan. 9, 2004. He requested no services.
Mr. Byers was born June 12, 1949 in Maryland, TN, the son of William "AV" and Mary Frances Byers.
He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and nephew. He was a decorated Vietnam veteran, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a devoted employee of ADT Securities for 34 years in Illinois, Alabama, Texas and Georgia.
Survivors include his son, Brian Keith (Shonda) Byers of Theodore, AL; brother, Ronnie (Sue) Byers; sisters, Pat (Barry) Welliver of Rockford, IL and Brenda (Dennis) Krychowecky of Port St. Lucie, FL; grandchildren, Taelor, Aaron and Justin Byers of Theodore, AL; aunts, Lucille Payne of Rockford, IL and Betty (Melvie) White of Maschesney Park, IL; uncles, Claude (Gladys) Tays of Rockford, IL and David (Judy) Tays of Oklahoma; special cousins, Betty Harvel of Crossville and Lana (Ron) Givens of Lebanon, TN; and other nieces, nephews and cousins.
The National Cremation Society in Atlanta, GA was in charge of the arrangements.

Charles H. Kraklow
Jan. 6, 1939 - Jan. 29, 2004
Charles Henry Kraklow, 65, passed away Jan. 29, 2004. Visitation was held Sunday, Feb. 1 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home.
Mr. Kraklow was born Jan. 6, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Harry and Ester Lazewski Kraklow.
He served in the Marine Corps during Vietnam and was a member of the VFW. He also served as a police officer for the Stevens Point Police Department in Stevens Point, WI.
Survivors include his wife, Lynella Kraklow of Crossville; mother, Ester Kraklow of Stevens Point, WI; sons, Edward Kraklow, Richard Kraklow and Sean Shopinski, all of Steven Point, WI, David Kraklow of Camp Pendleton, CA, Johnathan Shopinski of Smithville, TN and Corey Kraklow of Crossville; daughter, Jamie Lyn Shopinski of Ocean Side, CA; brothers, Harry Kraklow of Eauclaire, WI, Karl Kraklow of Houston, TX, John Kraklow of Stevens Point, WI and Mark Kraklow of Iola, WI; and sisters, Jackie Leman and Lois Iwanski, both of Stevens Point, WI, Sharon Friken of Mosine, WI and Margie White.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Kraklow, and a brother, Jimmy Kracklow.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Kermit E. McDonald
Oct. 7, 1922 - Jan. 29, 2004
Kermit Edison McDonald, 81, of Crossville, passed away Jan. 29, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Feb. 1 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with Todd McDonald officiating and music by his daughter-in-law, Brenda McDonald. Burial with full military honors provided by the Veterans Honor Guard took place at Green Acres Memory Gardens.
Mr. McDonald was born Oct. 7, 1922 in Overton County, the son of Enos and Ada Fowler McDonald.
He has been a member of the Lawrence Chapel Church of God of Prophecy for 40 years. Before retiring, he was a self-employed owner of J&K Sheet Metal Company. He also served in the Army during World War II.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Ida Mae Cox McDonald; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Brenda McDonald of Crossville; daughter and son-in-law, Palma and Fred Stout of Crossville; and sisters, Mavis Norrod and Avis McDonald, both of Livingston.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth McDonald.
Pallbearers were Palma Stout, James Norrod, Joel Smith, Jerry Schubert, Derrick Williams, Stan Skwirsk, Scott Hale and Jimmy McDonald.
Honorary pallbearers were Lawrence Cox Sr., Barton Wilson, Junior Hensley and Joe Whitten.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Roger J. Petty
Aug. 28, 1943 - Jan. 25, 2004
Roger J. Petty, 60, of Venice, FL, passed away Jan. 25, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 29 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with Johnny Goldston officiating.
Mr. Petty was born Aug. 28, 1943 in Detroit, MI, the son of Bill Petty and Eva Petty.
Survivors include his mother, Eva Petty of Crossville; son, Michael Petty of Michigan; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Mark Brzys of Michigan; five grandchildren; and sisters, Gail Bow and Shirley Dayton, both of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Petty; sister, Susan Petty; brother, Ronnie Petty; and one grandchild.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Joseph J. Vespremi
Jan. 3, 1929 - Jan. 27, 2004
Joseph John Vespremi, 75, of Crossville, passed away Jan. 27, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 29, with the Rev. Vern Daugherty and Deacon Joe Solis officiating. Graveside committal services were held Jan. 30 at Music Cemetery with full military honors.
Mr. Vespremi was born Jan. 3, 1929 in Detroit, MI, the son of Alex and Ceceila Jukubick Vespremi.
He was retired from the United States Air Force and was of the Catholic faith. He was also a member of VFW Post 5025 and DAV.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth Kerley Vespremi of Crossville; sons, Christopher Vespremi of Eaton Rapids, MI and Joseph Vespremi of Dennison, TX; daughter, Patricia Vespremi of Dennison, TX; brother, Alex Vespremi Jr. of Inster, MI; sister, Margaret McGowan of Inster, MI; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Members of the National Guard served as pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers were members of VFW Post 5025.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Roger J. Petty
Aug. 28, 1943 - Jan. 25, 2004
Roger J. Petty, 60, of Venice, FL, passed away Jan. 25, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 29 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with Johnny Goldston officiating.
Mr. Petty was born Aug. 28, 1943 in Crossville, TN, the son of Ronnie Petty and Eva Petty.
Survivors include his mother, Eva Petty of Crossville; son, Michael Petty of Michigan; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Mark Brzys of Michigan; five grandchildren; and sisters, Gail Bow and Shirley Dayton, both of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Petty; sister, Susan Petty; brother, Ronnie Petty; and one grandchild.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Jake H. Ryan
Jan. 27, 2004
Jake H. Ryan, 80, of Lantana, FL, passed away Jan. 27, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 31 at Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Memory Gardens Funeral Home in Lake Worth, FL.
Mr. Ryan was born in Crawford, TN, moving to Florida in 1954.
He had been employed with United Technology for many years before retiring. He was a member of the First Free Methodist Church of West Palm Beach. He was also a member of C.O.P. with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Department.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Dorothy Ryan; daughter, Jennie (Tom) Gurkin, Sarah (Bob) Vander Griend and Anna (David) Baggerman; grandchildren, Kendra and Aaron (Alexis) Gurkin, Ben and Lisa Vander Griend and John and Caitlin Baggerman; and five brothers.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL would be appreciated.
Dorsey-E. Earl Smith Funeral Home of Lake Worth, FL was in charge of the arrangements.

Floyd E. Spoor
Dec. 10, 2003
Floyd E. Spoor, 74, passed away Dec. 10, 2003. Funeral services were conducted Dec. 13, 2003 at Kuiper Funeral Home in Highland, IN, with interment in Calumet Park Cemetery. Pastor Bill Hallsted officiated.
Mr. Spoor was retired from Lake Central School Corporation.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Ellen Spoor; loving children, Clarice (Mike) Tryon of Crossville, Jeannine (Don) Curtis of Lowell, IN, Dorothy (Butch) Austin of Evansville, IN, Nancy (Denny) Spoor, Floyd E. (Claudia) Spoor Jr., Ralph E. (Jan) Spoor of Montgomery, MI, William M. (Cindy) Spoor of Crown Point, IN, Robert L. (Cindy) Spoor of Hammond, IN and Thomas N. (Loraina) Spoor of Hammond, IN; stepchildren, Robert Gambill of Florida, Keith (Charmin) Bell of Lowell, IN and Libby (David) Peeler of Hebron, IN.
He was the proud grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the brother of Donna M. (Sandy) Wigsmoen of South Holland, IL, Viola (Dewey) Bean of Merrillville, IN and the late Evelyn Voss.
Kuiper Funeral Home of Highland, IN was in charge of the arrangements.