Obituaries published Nov. 30

Charles E. Barlow
June 1, 1931 - Nov. 24, 2004
Charles Edward Barlow, 73, of Quebeck, TN, passed away Nov. 24, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 28 from Hunter Funeral Home of Sparta, with burial in Jericho Cemetery in Quebeck, TN. Fate Wilson and Jason Cruise officiated.
Mr. Barlow was born June 1, 1931 in Quebeck, TN, the son of Lewis Elbert Barlow and Armanda Mason Barlow.
He was a retired Thomas Industries inspector and was a Korean veteran, having served in the Army.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Cruise Barlow of Quebeck, TN; son and daugther-in-law, Richard and Dorothy Barlow of Crossville; daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Randy Cates of Hermitage, TN; grandchildren, Kayly Brook Cates, Brandy Nicole Cates and Westen Aaron Barlow; step-grandchildren, Lydia, Willis, Warren and Walter Yehl; sister, Faye Bousquiette of Quebeck, TN; brother and sisters-in-law, J.L. and Inia Cruise of Tullahoma, TN, Mattie Cruise of Pigeon Forge and Pearl Cruise of Ft. Olgethorpe, GA; special cousin, Thurman Mason; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jericho Cemetery Trust Fund.
Hunter Funeral Home of Sparta was in charge of the arrangemets.

Grat E. Dalton
Nov. 25, 2004
Grat Edward Dalton, 86, of Rockwood, passed away Nov. 25, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 27 from the chapel of Evans Mortuary of Rockwood, with the Rev. Charles Kelley and Bruce Foster officiating. Graveside services and interment were conducted Nov. 28 at Millstone Cemetery.
Mr. Dalton was a beloved papaw, husband and dad. He loved working outside. Before his retirement, he was a crane operator with the railroad.
Survivors include his wife, Dora Ellen Hinds Dalton of Daysville; sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Anna Dalton of Crab Orchard, Rex and Debbie Dalton of Crab Orchard, Danny and Missy Dalton of Ozone and Douglas Dalton of Daysville; daughters and sons-in-law, Kathy Dalton of Ozone, Carolyn and Paul Tatum of Cleveland, TN and Brenda and Dale Bentowski of Cleveland, TN; daughter-in-law, Sheila Dalton of Covington, GA; 13 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Savannah Dalton; son, Gary Dalton; brothers, Ben, Tom, McKinley, Emmett, Merrett, Earl, Garrett and Eugene Dalton; and sisters, Maggie Dalton, Mollie Hedden and Aileen Swafford.
Evans Mortuary of Rockwood was in charge of the arrangements.

Carl L. Doyle
Nov. 24, 2004
Carl Lee Doyle, 89, of Fairfield Glade, formerly of South Knoxville, passed away Nov. 24, 2004. Graveside services were conducted Nov. 26 at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Gary Hatfield officiating.
Despite his illness over more than two decades, Mr. Doyle's kindness, warm heart and gentle nature was never lost and touched those around him until his last day. He and his wife, Mary, became members of the Fairfield Glade Community Church upon their retirement in 1980. Previously, Carl was a lifelong member of Vestal United Methodist Church in South Knoxville where for 20 years he taught the Young Adult Sunday school class, which is named the "Carl Doyle Class."
He graduated from Young High School in Knoxville and Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City, participating in three varsity sports and earning a teaching degree. Carl declined an invitation to play Minor League baseball and taught and coached at Karns High School for three years. He then enlisted with the United States Air Force and served during World War II with the 20th Fighter Group in England for three years as a master sergeant maintaining P-38 aircraft.
Carl and Mary met in Washington State and were married in Riverside, CA, in 1943 during Carl's training. After the war, Carl was employed by the Veterans Administration in Knoxville and by Union Carbide in Oak Ridge at the K-25 Plant.
He resumed his teaching career in 1958 as a social studies teacher and coach at Vestal Elementary School. He then taught at Doyle Middle School and retired as an assistant principal from the Knox County School System in 1980, having served for 25 years.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman and with Mary was well traveled across America and beyond.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Mary Doyle; son and daughter-in-law, David and Marcia Doyle; granddaughter, Erin Doyle; sister, Lillie Hatfield; sisters-in-law, Cotteena Doyle of Knoxville and Rosina Babien of Westville, NJ; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest C. and Inez Doyle; brothers, Kemp and Homer Doyle; and sister, Louise Nordmo.
Pallbearers were Carl Hatfield, Steve Doyle, Larry Doyle, Tommy Williams, Albert Stout and Steve Hillis.
Honorary pallbearers were former and current members of the Carl Doyle Sunday school class.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Huntington's Disease Society of America, 158 West 29th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001-5300.
Berry Funeral Home of Knoxville was in charge of the arrangements.

John F. Hamby
June 4, 1938 - Nov. 22, 2004
John Franklin Hamby, 66, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 22, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 24 at Rinnie Baptist Church, with burial in Rinnie Cemetery. Bro. Wayne Matthews and Bro. Robbie Buck officiated.
Mr. Hamby was born June 4, 1938 in Morgan County, TN, the son of Edgar and Vernie Madden Hamby.
He was a laborer for Fairfield Glade and of the Baptist faith. He also served in the U.S. Army between Korea and Vietnam as a military police officer.
Survivors include his sons, Dewayne Beaty, Mike Hamby, Johnny Hamby and Eddie Hamby, all of Crossville; daughter, Genia Hayes of Crossville; 20 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Dudley, Clarence, Dale and Avis Hamby, all of Crossville; sister, Irene Henry of Crossville; stepsons, Arles and Wayne Norris of Crossville; and stepdaughters, Teresa Emerson, Sheila Norris and Shelley Brown, all of Crossville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Ernest and Robert Hamby; and sister, Agnes Hamby.
Pallbearers were Keith Beaty, D.C. Robbins, John Lee Jackson, Artis Norris, Stanley Matthews and Darryl Barnwell.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Willie M. Kerley
Sept. 1, 1922 - Nov. 18, 2004
Willie Maxine Kerley, 82, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 18, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 21 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. Mike Norwood, and Bro. Johnny Goldston officiated.
Ms. Kerley was born Sept. 1, 1922 in Scott County, TN, the daughter of Lester and Thelma Pemberton Kerley.
She was a supervisor for Kmart checkouts.
Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, James and Jean Young of Pleasant Hill and Jack Young of Fallon, NV; grandsons and families, Benjamin and Becky Young, James B. and Chantilly Young, Steve and Leslie Wilson and James and Teresa Wilson; granddaughters and families, Juanita Duer, Sondra and Jerry Amonette, Tresha and Jamey Sherrill, Lesha and Frankie Brown; 19 great-grandchildren; and sister, Carlene Maddux of Nashville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a Baby Girl Young; and brother, Cleopus Kerley.
Pallbearers were Stevie Wilson, James Wilson, James B. Young, Benjamin Young, Joey Quatman and Jerry Amonette.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Clifford Reeves
Sept. 1, 1930 - Nov. 23, 2004
Clifford Reeves, 74, of Mayland, passed away Nov. 23, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 26 from the chapel of Goff Funeral Home of Monterey, with the Rev. Raymond Phillips officiating. Masonic services were also conducted at the funeral home. Interment was conducted Nov. 29 at the Mayland Cemetery, with military honors provided by the Veterans Honor Guard.
Mr. Reeves was born Sept. 1, 1930 in Dripping Springs, the son of Lawrence and Martha Tayes Reeves.
He was a blacksmith, retiring from Rockford Drop Forge in Rockford, IL. He was a Korean War Air Force veteran, a member of the VFW in Rockford, IL, and a member of the Loves Park Masonic Lodge #1145, a Shrine member of the Tebala Temple in Illinois and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Reeves of Mayland; daughters, Tiffany Allen and Marsha Allen, both of Mayland; sons, Gregory Reeves and Jeffery Reeves, both of Crossville; sisters, Christine Kilgore of Mayland and Anna Pearl Simmons of Cleveland, OH; brothers, Junior Reeves of Monterey, Burl Reeves of Mayland, Billy Reeves of Cleveland, OH and Ray Reeves of Tullahoma, TN; and stepchildren, Cindy Britain, Billy Joe Mullins, Terry Woods, Jimmy Woods, Theresa Woods, Patricia Burchfield and Pete Burchfield, all of Illinois.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Geneva Wilbanks; and brothers, Earl, Robert and Paul Reeves.
Goff Funeral Home of Monterey was in charge of the arrangements.

Billy Travelstead
Nov. 13, 2004
Billy Travelstead, 71, of Franklin, KY, formerly of Lake Tansi, passed away Nov. 13, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 16 at Booker-Gilbert Funeral Home, with burial in McKendree Chapel Church Cemetery. Military rites were performed by the Simpson County Honor Guard.
A native of Simpson County, KY, Mr. Travelstead was the son of the late Carlos Travelstead and Nettie Dobbs Travelstead. He was a member of the McKendree Chapel Church and a 20-year retired Air Force veteran.
Survivors include his wife, Ruby Travelstead; son, Steve Travelstead of Franklin, KY; daughter, Patty Alford of Bowling Green, KY; stepson, Scott Whitaker of Franklin, KY; sisters, Reba Woods, Hazel Ford and Gayle Butler, all of Franklin, KY; brothers, C.C. Travelstead of Allen County, KY, and L.B. Travelstead of Franklin, KY; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Frank Travelstead.
Booker-Gilbert Funeral Home of Franklin, KY, was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published in the Nov. 24-26 holiday combo issue

Jack D. Countryman
Jan. 31, 1970 - Nov. 11, 2004
Jack Dayton Countryman, 34, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 11, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 15 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Chapel Hills Cemetery in Des Moines, IA. Mike Kerley officiated.
Mr. Countryman was born Jan. 31, 1970 in Des Moines, IA.
He was a truck driver and a member of the Elks Club.
Survivors include his mother and father, Karol and Dick Dykes of Crossville; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Payne of Carlisle, IA, and James J. Hensley of Des Moines, IA; and special friend and her son, Tia Cox and Cody of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by his father, James J. Hensley.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Orville J. Deck
June 1, 1932 - Nov. 18, 2004
Orville James Deck, 72, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 18, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 21 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Browntown Cemetery. Bro. Eddie King and Bro. Larry Potter officiated with special music by Eddie King, Edna King and Jason Tollett.
Mr. Deck was born June 1, 1932 in Wayne, MI, the son of Oliver and Velma Crates Deck.
He was a plant worker for Crossville Rubber Co. and was a member of the Freedom Worship Center.
Survivors include his wife, Wanda Coleman Deck of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Randall and Dwana Deck of Crossville; stepson and wife, Danny and Karen Cordell of Michigan; daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy and Billy Williams and Patricia and Nick Davis, all of Pleasant Hill; stepdaughters and husbands, Donna and Gerald Campbell and Kathy and Jim Vencelov, all of Pleasant Hill; 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Kohlheep of Stockett, MT.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, James Stephen Deck; granddaughter, Traci Davis; and wife, Dorothy Brown Deck.
Pallbearers were John Long, Mark Long, Danny Cordell, Jim Vencelov, Walter Cain, John Brown, James Davis and Darrel Davis.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Robert E. Patton III
Sept. 24, 1988 - Nov. 18, 2004
Robert "Bo" Elliott Patton III, 16, passed away Nov. 18, 2004. Funeral services were conducted at First United Methodist Church in the Family Life Center with Pastors Sandy Shawhan, Allison Gilliam and Ryan Bennett, pastor of Pleasant View United Methodist Church, all participating. Burial was at Crossville City Cemetery.
Robert, who was called "Bo" by family and friends, had lived all his life in Cumberland County and was a junior at Cumberland County High School.
He had lived his short life abundantly. He was a good student who loved people and good times. He was an athlete involved in many county athletic programs and was a member of the CCHS boys' soccer team. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church and participated avidly in its youth activities. He loved playing the electric bass for the Youth Praise Team and was a member of another band, called Whensday, that had played for school functions and placed in the Battle of the Bands competition at the Palace Theatre. He was recognized as a leader and had attended the Leadership Cumberland Youth Academy sponsored by Crossville's Chamber of Commerce.
He will be sorely missed by his mother, Suzy Butler Patton; his father and stepmother, Rob and Martha Patton; sister, Abby Patton; stepsister, Savannah Fowler; special girlfriend, Tristan Woody; grandmothers, Lucy Butler and Sue Patton; great-grandmother, Lillian Patton; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Bob Patton and Stephen Butler. He was buried beside Bob.
Pallbearers were Dalton Bell, Micheal Butler, Witt Compton, Sam Luttrell, Steven Biss and Kyle Camera.
Honorary pallbearers were members of the CCHS boys' soccer team.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Crossville First United Methodist Church UMYF or to the Bo Patton Memorial Fund (to benefit Cumberland County youth athletics) at Cumberland County Bank.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Omer H. Pike
July 28, 1921 - Nov. 20, 2004
Omer Hermon Pike, 83, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 20, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 23 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Wayne Matthews officiated.
Mr. Pike was born July 28, 1921, in Campbell, KY, the son of Samuel Jackson Pike and Rhoda Bell Pike.
He was a retired painter and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Wood Pike of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Pamela Marie Pike of Harrison Bay, TN; six grandchildren; and twin brother, Owen Thurman Pike of Great Falls, Montana.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
The Veterans Honor Guard served as pallbearers and rendered full military honors.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Minnie M. Simmons
April 22, 1919 - Nov. 17, 2004
Minnie Mae Simmons, 85, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 17, 2004. Graveside services were conducted Nov. 20 at Norris Cemetery, with Bro. J.D. Carnes officiating.
Mrs. Simmons was born April 22, 1919 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Clay and Ellen Blaylock Norris.
She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her sons, Bob Simmons of Las Vegas, NV and Randy Simmons of Crossville; daughters, Berniece DePue of Knoxville, Carolyn Geiger of Alburn, IN, Kathy Hammonds of Valdosta, GA and Brenda Haston of Crossville; 15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Junior Norris of Crossville; and sister, Judy Bolin of Crossville.
She was preceded in death by her husband, R.G. Simmons; sons, Farrell and Jackie Simmons; brothers, J.L., W.F., Pat and Leon Norris; sisters, Marie Norris, Lucille Burgess and Vena Campbell.
Pallbearers were Christopher Simmons, Terry Simmons, Donnie Simmons, Sean Turner, Shannon Turner and Eric Brady.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Juanita Tollett
June 14, 1935 - Nov. 17, 2004
Juanita Tollett, 69, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 19 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with the Rev. Roland Smith officiating and special music by Sam Graham, Susan Moore and Lois Penrod. Graveside committal was held Nov. 20 at Pomona Cemetery.
Mrs. Tollett was born June 14, 1935 in Crossville, the daughter of Fred and Abbie Cox Elmore.
She was a homemaker and of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Deborah Tollett of Crossville and Darlene and Randall Winningham of Crossville; and grandchildren, Kara and Jonathan Winningham.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Jarred William Tollett; brothers, Thomas and A.B. Elmore; and sisters, Merita Lowe and Charlotte Braddock.
The family requests memorials be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Tommy G. Wellman
May 2, 1946 - Nov. 19, 2004
Tommy Gene Wellman, 58 of Pleasant Hill, passed away Nov. 19, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 22 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in New Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Bro. Larry Potter officiated, with special music by Makayla Bryant, Larry Potter and Greg Fisher.
Mr. Wellman was born May 2, 1946 in Crossville, the son of Amon Barnwell and Minnie Sutton Barnwell.
He was a woodcarver and member of Brown's Chapel Church of God.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Norris Wellman of Pleasant Hill; son, Chris Wellman of Tullahoma, TN; daughters, Rhonda Kay Murner and Susan Renea Garrett of Pleasant Hill; six grandchildren; mother, Minnie Barnwell Garrett of Crossville; brothers, Kenneth and Roy Wellman and Wayne and Randy Barnwell, all of Crossville; and sisters, Joyce Phillips and Glenda Hodge, both of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by Amon Barnwell.
Pallbearers were Rodney Wellman, Janet Kluender, Rob Kimbro, Michelle VanDorn, Stanley Selby, Lisa Newby, Ricky Presley, Joel Bryant and Carl Kluender.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 23

Talmadge R. Carr
Aug. 30, 1914 - Nov. 17, 2004
Talmadge Ray "Pud" Carr, 90, of Livingston, passed away Nov. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 18 from the chapel of Speck Funeral Home of Livingston, with burial in Good Hope Cemetery. Bro. Marlon Winningham officiated.
Mr. Carr was born Aug. 30, 1914 in Overton County, the son of Millard and Emma Gentry Carr.
He was a retired plumber and electrician from Speck Bros. Hardware. He was a member of the Church of Christ and a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II.
Survivors include his wife, Hazel Keen Carr of Livingston; son, Jerry Carr of Livingston; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and David Young of Crossville; stepdaughters, Rose Key and Zelma Ferrell, both of Hilham, and Barbara Stevens of Brentwood; half-brothers, George Carr of Crossville; grandchildren, Sara and Jade Young and Wesley and Whitney Carr; several step-great-grandchildren and step-great-great-grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Ora Thrasher Carr; sisters, Nannie Mae Qualls, Dessie Langford and Carrie Hicks; and brothers, Haskel, Albert, Fowler, Kenneth and Howard Carr.
Speck Funeral Home of Livingston was in charge of the arrangements.

Anthony D. Caruthers
Nov. 15, 2004
Anthony Dewayne "Wayne" Caruthers, 41, of Rockwood, passed away Nov. 15, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 20 from the chapel of Evans Mortuary in Rockwood, with Pastor Alvin Tallent officiating. Graveside services and interment followed in the Haley's Grove Cemetery in Crab Orchard.
Mr. Caruthers was a carpenter in the construction business until his motorcycle accident, which left him paraplegic. He passed away on the third anniversary of his accident. He was loved by all his friends and family and always offered a helping hand in any way he could. The family would like to thank Janet Springs and the Family Support Group for all their help.
Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Paulette Caruthers Boles and Grover Boles of Rockwood; father, Thomas Earl Caruthers of Crossville; son, Dustin Caruthers of Crossville; sister and brother-in-law, Jeanie and Marvin Pressley of Midway; nephews, Justin and Quinton Pressley; sister and fiancé, Melissa Brackett and Shane Wertz of Rockwood; nieces, Skyla and Savanna Brackett; half-brother, Johnny Caruthers of Crossville; half-sister, Michella Barnwell of Crossville; special friends, Doug and Patricia Taylor Johnson of Lenoir City and Jackie Clark of Rockwood; special uncle, Harold Nelson of Rockwood; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carl and Lela Pearl Nelson; "Daddy Earl" and "Mama Vera" Caruthers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Anthony Dewayne Caruthers Memorial Fund, c/o First Bank of Tennessee, Rockwood, TN.
Evans Mortuary of Rockwood was in charge of the arrangements.

Jack D. Countryman
Jan. 31, 1970 - Nov. 11, 2004
Jack Dayton Countryman, 34, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 11, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 15 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Chapel Hills Cemetery in Des Moines, IA. Mike Kerley officiated.
Mr. Countryman was born Jan. 31, 1970 in Des Moines, IA.
He was a truck driver and a member of the Elks Club.
Survivors include his mother and father, Karol and Dick Dykes of Crossville; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Payne of Carlisle, IA, and James J. Hensley of Des Moines, IA; and special friends and her son, Tina Cox and Cody of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by his father, James J. Hensley.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

John A. Smith
Sept. 27, 1926 - Nov. 17, 2004
John A. Smith, 78, of Cookeville, passed away Nov. 17, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 20 from the chapel of Thurman Funeral Home of Sparta, with burial in Oaklawn Cemetery. Bro. Arlon Way officiated.
Mr. Smith was born Sept. 27, 1926 in Tullahoma, TN, the son of James William Smith and Willie Belle Browning Smith.
He was a job setter with TRW.
Survivors include his wife, Pennie Lillian Kirby Smith of Cookeville; caregiver and nephew, Earl Kirby and wife, Glenda, of Crossville; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother.
Thurman Funeral Home of Sparta was in charge of the arrangements.

Welby H. Stahl
June 6, 1933 - Nov. 15, 2004
Welby H. Stahl, 71, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Nov. 15, 2004. Memorial services were conducted Nov. 20 at Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Max Mayo and the Rev. Lanita Pride officiating.
Mr. Stahl was born June 6, 1933 in Bloomville, OH, the son of Enos J. and Ester Weber Stahl.
He was retired as director of service operations for the state of Virginia Columbia Gas Systems. He was also a member of Fairfield Glade Methodist Church and a United States Air Force veteran having served during Korea. He was former mayor of Van Buren, OH, a volunteer fireman in Allen Township and a member of the Hancock County Sheriff's Auxiliary. He was also a member of the Fairfield Glade Bass Club, the Elks Lodge and Fairfield Glade Lions Club. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, working with stained glass and photography.
Survivors include his wife, Sara Stahl of Fairfield Glade; son and daughter-in-law, Ted and Karyn Stahl of Findlay, OH; daughter, Jennifer Stahl of Findlay, OH; brothers, Robert Stahl of Phoenix, AZ and Larry Stahl of Galion, OH; grandchildren, Ashley Stahl, Lindsay Harris, Shawn Harris and Chad Harris; and six great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church, 231 Westchester Drive, Fairfield Glade, TN 38558 or to the American Cancer Society.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Obituaries published Nov. 19

Clarence J. Davenport
Aug. 17, 1932 - Nov. 14, 2004
Clarence James Davenport, 72, of Lawndale, NC, passed away Nov. 14, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 17 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Haley's Grove Cemetery in Crab Orchard. Glen Davenport officiated.
Mr. Davenport was born Aug. 17, 1932 in Crossville, the son of Talmadge and Della Barnwell Davenport.
He was a construction worker.
Survivors include his sons, Melvin Davenport of Shelby, NC, David and Scott Davenport of Lawndale, NC; daughters, Janie Davenport of Carencro, LA, Sharon Thornton of Lake Havasu City, AZ, Debbie Pooley of Ridgeville, OH and Terry Cook of Lawndale, NC; brothers and sisters, Charles Davenport of Crossville, Earl Davenport of Michigan, Carl Davenport of Rockwood, Maezell Scarlett of Crossville, Neoma Morgan of Morgan County, James and Dwayne Davenport of Crossville, Candie Bowman of North Carolina and Tammie Goddard of Crossville; grandchildren, Melvin Davenport Jr., Adam Davenport, Charity Davenport, Richard David Davenport Jr., Star Pooley, John Pooley, Justin Pooley, Sarah Pooley, Shannon Hamper, Shawn Hamper, Lacey Hamper, and Jayma Dawn Davenport and Jimmy Markling, both of Lawndale, NC.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Paul, Erbie and Woodrow Davenport; and grandson, Loius Markling.
Pallbearers were Clifford Waldo, Gary Blaylock, Timmy Blaylock, Jackie Blaylock, Richard Boles and Bruce Boles.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Emma Mae Mathis
May 11, 1925 - Nov. 10, 2004
Emma Mae Mathis, 79, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 10, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 12 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. J.D. Carnes officiated.
Mrs. Mathis was born May 11, 1925 in Cumberland County, the daughter of William Earl Walker and Della Mae Brown Walker.
She was a homemaker and a member of Oaklawn Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter, Della "Eileen" Barker of Crossville; sons, Tom Mathis of Crossville and Royce Mathis of Austin, TX; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Charlie Clabo and Leonard Mathis; brothers, Earl and Everett Walker; and sister, Willa Kerley.
Pallbearers were Thomas Mathis, Jeremy Brewer, Daryll English, Elbert Farley, Ronald Threet, Charles Barker and Aaron B. Barker.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

William M. Pearcy
April 21, 1917 - Nov. 14, 2004
Willie M. Pearcy, 87, of Muncie, IN, passed away Nov. 14, 2004. Mr. Pearcy was born April 21, 1917, to his parents, William and Mary Pearcy, in Jamestown TN, both have preceded him in death. He fell in love with Norma Bowlin and they wed on Dec. 3, 1941. They moved their family from Crossville, TN, to Muncie, IN, in 1952.
Mr. Pearcy retired after 30 years of devotion to the Brodrick company where he worked in machine repair. He attended True Light Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Norma Pearcy of Muncie, IN; sons, William (Cheryl) Pearcy and James (Louise) Pearcy of Muncie, IN; daughters, Janis (Herbert) Davis of Muncie, IN, Faye (Eddie) Mace of Muncie, IN, Pat (Russell) Summitt of Winchester, TN, and Anita (Bill) Morris of Muncie; 10 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by four sisters and two brothers.
Services were held at Elm Ridge Funeral Home of Muncie, IN, Nov. 17 at 11 a.m., with burial in Elm Ridge Cemetery.
The family has requested expressions of sympathy may be made to True Light Baptist Church at 805 N. Country Club Rd., Muncie, IN 47303.
Elm Ridge Funeral Home of Muncie, IN, was in charge of the arrangements.

Royal Proffitt
March 5, 1927 - Nov. 13, 2004
Royal Proffitt, 77, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 13, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 16 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. The Rev. Rick McAbee officiated, with special music by Pat Beach.
Mr. Proffitt was born March 5, 1927 in Monroe, MI, the son of Porter Chesley Proffitt and Ottie Mae Carey Proffitt.
He was a businessman and member of Oak Hill Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Jewell Henry Proffitt of Crossville; daughter, Jennifer Payne of Evergreen, CO; sons, Michael and Nicholas Proffitt of Crossville and Rex Proffitt of Lenoir City; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Doug and Wendell Proffitt of Crossville; and sisters, Corean Holman of Crossville and Geraldine Erskin of Lebanon.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles (J.V.) and Homer Proffitt; and sister, Wanita Proffitt.
Pallbearers were Anthony Proffitt, Nick Proffitt II, Richard Proffitt II, Jay St. Pierre, D.J. Morris, Ashton Dukes, Matthew Loshbough and Trent O'Donnell.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 17

Dede J. Eischied
Aug. 21, 1948 - Nov. 15, 2004
Dede Jean Eischied, 56, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 15, 2004. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Nov. 18 from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Mrs. Eischied was born Aug. 21, 1948 in Dexter, IA, the daughter of John Author Franklin and Norma Jean Marsh Franklin.
She was a business owner and a member of Fairfield Glade Methodist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Ed (Eric) Eischied; daughter and son-in-law, Chris and Darcie Eischied Marshall; son, Blaine Eischied; Patricia Sullivan; granddaughter, Halle Marshall; brother and sister-in-law, Jon and Cindy Franklin; and a host of loving friends and family who will miss her dearly.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Brandie Danielle Eischied.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Joseph A. May
Dec. 3, 1941 - Nov. 13, 2004
Joseph A. May of Charlotte, NC, passed away Nov. 13, 2004. He was born on Dec. 3, 1941 in Fairborn, OH. He was a decorated Vietnam veteran and served 23 years active duty to retire as a major from Ft. Jackson, SC. His most recent employment was with Auto Zone Inc.
Mr. May's enjoyment came from many things. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and riding his motorcycle. He was an avid member of the Charlotte Hog Association in Matthews as well as the Speedway Hog Chapter in Concord, NC.
He is survived by his wife, Maxie L. May of Charlotte, NC; his children, Diana G. Hoppa (Jim Hoppa) of Charlotte, Sonya M. Moore (Kevin Moore) of Dallas, TX, Steven May (Reneé May) of Pensacola, FL and Laura M. May of Charlotte; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Dorothy L. Shaw of Dandridge, TN; and his two brothers, Bob May of Dandridge, TN, and Dailey May Jr. of Dallas TX.
He was preceded in death by his father, Dailey May Sr.
Funeral services were conducted Nov. 17 at Harry and Bryant Company of Charlotte, NC. A service with military honors was held at graveside at Sharon Memorial Gardens.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 9844-C Southern Pines Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273, or the Muscular Dystrophy Society, 5701 Executive Center Dr., Charlotte, NC 28212.
Harry and Bryant Company of Charlotte, NC, was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 16

Bettye J. Deck
Sept. 21, 1939 - Oct. 30, 2004
Bettye Jean Deck, 65, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 30, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 2 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Woody Cemetery. Bro. George Wallace officiated, with special music by Wanda Reed and Ashley Stowers.
Mrs. Deck was born Sept. 21, 1939 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Frank and Pauline Cannon Bailey.
She was a homemaker and a member of Lawrence Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. She wrote the Plateau/Woody area news section for the Crossville Chronicle for many years.
Survivors include her husband, M.L. Deck of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Lynn and Teresa Deck of Crossville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Lucille Bailey, Harry and Brenda Bailey and Mike Bailey, all of Crossville, and Willard Bailey of Kingston; sister and brother-in-law, Georgia Mae and Barton Wilson of Crossville; granddaughter, Kimberly Deck; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles "Punk" Bailey; and sister, Margaret Ruth Pugh.
Pallbearers were Tracy Buck, Robbie Buck, James Woody, Gary King, Damon Allred and Patrick Higgenbotham.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Dewey H. Marlow Jr.
Aug. 8, 1923 - Nov. 8, 2004
Dewey Harold Marlow, 81, passed away Nov. 8, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 12 at Bilbrey Funeral Home in Crossville, with burial at Crossville City Cemetery.
Mr. Marlow was born Aug. 8, 1923, in Chattanooga, TN, as the second-born of six children of Dewey Harrison Marlow and Lessie Catherine Lewis Marlow.
The family moved to the Pomona community in Cumberland County in 1931 and that is where Harold grew up. Harold attended Cumberland County High School where he graduated in the spring of 1941. He was attending the University of Tennessee at Knoxville when he was called up by the U.S. military for service in World War II. He served in the U.S. Army in France, Germany and Austria.
After receiving an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army in 1946, Harold returned to Crossville. Harold and his father, Dewey, entered into several businesses, including an automobile dealership that later became known as Marlow Motor Company. After Dewey's death in 1953, Harold operated Marlow Motor Company with his brothers, Aaron and Ralph, until the mid-1970s when Harold left the business due to health reasons.
Harold was a former chairman of the Cumberland County Democratic Party and had served on the Cumberland County Commission in the 1960s. He was a thirty-second degree member of the Shriners (Scottish Rite). He served for many years on the board of the former First National Bank of Crossville and as a trustee of the Cumberland Medical Center. He was a past member of the Automobile Dealership Council as well as a former member of the Jaycees and Kiwanis.
Harold was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Crossville where he served for many years on the building committee.
Mr. Marlow is survived by his wife of 58 years, Marie Hinch Marlow, and their four children: Randall H. Marlow of Dothan, AL; Robert Lee Marlow of Shelbyville, TN; Carolyn Ann Marlow of Chattanooga, TN; and James Allen Marlow of Winnweiler, Germany. He is survived by six grandchildren: Randy's children, Allison and Will Marlow in Dothan, AL; Robert's children, R. Bentley Marlow of Knoxville, TN, and Sarah E. Marlow, currently in the U.S. Air Force in Germany; and Jim's children, Lucas and Eric Marlow in Winnweiler, Germany.
Harold has two surviving sisters, Margie Lewis of Crossville and Juanita Ewing of Oak Ridge, and one surviving brother, Ray Marlow of Crossville, plus several cousins and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his younger brothers, Ralph and Aaron Marlow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to either the American Heart Association or the Building Fund of the First United Methodist Church of Crossville.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 12

Notie J. Hedgecoth
Nov. 5, 1925 - Nov. 9, 2004
Notie J. Hedgecoth, 79, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 9, 2004. Graveside memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, from the Ozone Cemetery.
Mrs. Hedgecoth was born Nov. 5, 1925 in Putnam County, the daughter of William Greenway and Callie Welch Bradam.
She was a retired cashier.
Survivors include her son, John Hedgecoth of Crossville; daughter, Sandy Copeland of Burlington, NC; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Linda Garrett of Mayland and Nancy Rector of Mayland; and brother, Tom Bradam of Crossville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin Hedgecoth; son, Alfred Hedgecoth; and two infant daughters, Alfreda and Mary Ann Hedgecoth.
Goff Funeral Home of Monterey is in charge of the arrangements.

Thomas B. Swallows Sr.
May 10, 1917 - Nov. 6, 2004
Thomas Burr Swallows Sr., 87, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 6, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 9 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. David Rowan officiated, with special music by Reba Deane Reed, John and Ginger Hunnicutt and Diana Ledbetter.
Mr. Swallows was born May 10, 1917, in Putnam County, the son of Jimmy and Eller West Swallows.
He was a boiler operator for Turner, Day & Woolworth Handle Co. and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Mary Castleman Swallows of Crossville; sons, Ralph, Bobby and David Swallows of Crossville; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Burton and Odell Swallows of Cookeville; and sisters, Dorothy Dishman of Algood and Emogean Neal of Cookeville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Thomas Burr Swallows Jr.; brothers, Ray and Carson Swallows; and sisters, Lucille Boatman and Nola Boatman.
Pallbearers were Scotty Swallows, Terry Swallows, Bruce Simmons, Nathan Smith, Bruce Smith and Russell Smith.
Honorary pallbearers were Jeremy Swallows and Brent Swallows.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 10

Clifton J. Carr
July 5, 1924 - Nov. 2, 2004
Clifton J. Carr, 80, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 2, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 6 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Falling Springs Cemetery in Overton County, TN. The Rev. Fay Tucker and Bro. Daniel Carr officiated with special music by The Singing Prayers.
Mr. Carr was born July 5, 1924 in Overton County, TN, the son of Dewey and Avo Richards Carr.
He was a Sears repairman and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his daughter, Elizabeth (Betty) Shuburg of Crossville; grandchildren, Clifton M. Carr of Elkhart, IN, and Kathryn Looschen of Crossville; great-grandchild, Kassandra Looschen of Crossville; brother, Daniel Carr of Flat Rock, AL; one niece and three nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Ruby Carr; and grandson, Stuart Shuburg.
Pallbearers were Clifton Carr, Scott Looschen, Harry Brown, Daniel Pelfrey, Oscar Elmore and Charles Loveday.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Ruth M. Stites
Aug. 1, 1922 - Nov. 8, 2004
Ruth "Sissy" McCollum Stites, 82, of Chapel House, Hopkinsville, KY, passed away Nov. 8, 2004. Memorial services were conducted Nov. 10 at First Presbyterian Church of Hopkinsville, KY, with Dr. Anthony Barta officiating. Burial was private.
A native of Hopkinsville, KY, Mrs. Stites was born Aug. 1, 1922, the daughter of the late Jack and Allie Belle McCollum.
She retired after 25 years in the banking profession where she was last employed by Cumberland County Bank in Crossville. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Hopkinsville, KY.
Survivors include her sons, David Stites of Hopkinsville, KY, and John Stites of Crossville; brother, John McCollum of Clarksville; four grandsons; three step-grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Chapel Fund at Christian Church Homes, or to the donor's favorite charity.
Hughart & Beard Funeral Home of Hopkinsville, KY, was in charge of the arrangements.

Ralph J. Wilson
March 7, 1922 - Nov. 4, 2004
Ralph (Bud) Jordan Wilson, 82, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Nov. 4, 2004. A memorial service was conducted Nov. 7 at the Fairfield Glade Community Church, with the Rev. Dale Marshall officiating.
Mr. Wilson was born March 7, 1922 in Winnetka, IL, the son of Jordan and Evelyn Wood Wilson.
He was retired from the Light and Water Department of Winnetka, IL, and was a member of the Fairfield Glade Community Church. He received the Volunteer of the Year award for 1997. His hobbies included fishing, canoeing and beekeeping.
Survivors include his wife, Kay Rohr Wilson of Fairfield Glade; daughters, Cathie Mahon of Buddings, OR, Barbara Wilson of Buffalo Grove, IL, and Ann Wilson of Denver, CO; and sister, Mary Evelyn Wilson of Boston, MA.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family requests memorials be made to the Good Samaritans or the Fairfield Glade Community Church.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 9

Delmer R. Findley
Aug. 13, 1942 - Nov. 4, 2004
Delmer Ray (D.R.) Findley, 62, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 4, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 7 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. Archie Howard and Bro. Gary Howard officiated.
Mr. Findley was born Aug. 13, 1942 in Fentress County, the son of Everett and Bonnie Human Findley.
He was an MSA R/C racing/distributor and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda Knox Findley of Crossville; sons, Kirk and Anthony Findley of Crossville; grandchildren, Christa Findley of Crossville and Shelly Findley of Nashville; brothers, Danny and Donnie Findley of Crossville; and stepson, Jeff Rash of Crab Orchard.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Lois Findley; and brothers, Neal Findley and Baby Boy Findley.
Pallbearers were Richard Bean, Charlie Gooch, William Housley, Ed Tabor, Jerry Johnson and Larry Eller.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Charles E. Lensgraf
July 17, 1935 - Oct. 30, 2004
Charles Edward Lensgraf, 69, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Oct. 30, 2004.
Mr. Lensgraf was born July 17, 1935, in Vandalia, IL, the son of George and Eva Nichols Lensgraf.
He was a retired electrical engineer and chiropractor.
Survivors include his wife of almost 39 years, Sandra Lu Lensgraf, whom he married on Nov. 11, 1965; sons and daughter-in-law, Kirk Jeffrey Lensgraf of Nevada and Shane and Karen Lensgraf of Mississippi; daughter, Kimbra Elizabeth Paulson of Arizona; grandchildren, Lindsay Kaye and Jonathan Kaye of Arizona, Christopher Lensgraf of Pennsylvania, and Elliot Lensgraf of Mississippi; brother, Halvor Lensgraf of Iowa; and sister, Karen Tinker of Illinois.
Remember Charlie as a quiet, gentle, loving man who was a wonderful husband, father and loyal friend. You may honor his life by contributing to Hospice or a charity of your choice.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Adeline Nichols
Dec. 11, 1926 - Nov. 3, 2004
Adeline "Nina" Nichols, 77, of Dayton, passed away Nov. 3, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 6 from the chapel of Vanderwall Funeral Home, with burial next to her husband in Rhea County Memory Gardens that was followed by a white dove release. Her son-in-law, the Rev. Mike Hicks, and her pastor, the Rev. Ken LaDuke, officiated.
Mrs. Nichols was born Dec. 11, 1926, in Knoxville, the daughter of the late Chief Justice Hamilton Sands Burnett and Mary Ellen (Griffin) Burnett.
Adeline, or Nina as many knew her, lived most of her life in Dayton, TN, where she was a homemaker. She was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church in Dayton and for many years she delivered "Meals on Wheels." Adeline was a former member of the Dayton Bridge Club, the Dayton Garden Club and the Short Story Club. Nina loved her children and grandchildren more than anything.
Survivors include her son, Dr. Robert (Meg) Nichols of Crossville; daughters, Sara Nichols of Dayton and Lisa (the Rev. Mike) Hicks of Tupelo, MS; brother, Hamilton Burnett Jr. of Knoxville; and grandchildren, Jason Hicks of Jackson, MS, Matthew Hicks and Erin Hicks, both of Tupelo, MS, and Katie and Heath Nichols, both of Crossville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Stanford Eugene Nichols, OD; son, Stephen Lee Nichols; and sister, Jamie Knox Felts.
Vanderwall Funeral Home of Dayton, TN, was in charge of the arrangements.

Paul D. Steele
Nov. 23, 1947 - Nov. 3, 2004
Paul David Steele, 56, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 3, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 6 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. Donald McCool officiated. The Veterans Honor Guard provided military honors of the flag presentation, firing detail and "Taps" at the cemetery.
Mr. Steele was born Nov. 23, 1947 in Revenscroft, TN, the son of Luther Russell and Ruby Norton.
He was a sheet metal worker and a member of the Creston Pentecostal Church. He served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam.
Survivors include his wife, Ronia Ball Steele of Crossville; daughters, Gloria Mann and Christie Steele of Crossville; grandchild, Caitlin Mann; sister, Judy Marling of Indianapolis, IN; mother, Ruby Ross of Greenwood, IN; and father-in-law, Pete Ball of Crossville.
He was preceded in death by his father, Luther Russell; and brother, Gerald Wayne Blackford.
Pallbearers were Tony Elmore, Paul Norton, Roger Norton, John Norton, Mike Jones, Ross Wooley, and the Putnam County Honor Guard.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Leslie E. Warner
July 19, 1924 - Nov. 2, 2004
Leslie Earl Warner, 80, of Crossville, passed away Nov. 2, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 4 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Linary Cemetery. Bro. Phil Jenkins officiated. The Veterans Honor Guard provided military honors of presentation of the flag, firing detail and "Taps" at the cemetery.
Mr. Warner was born July 19, 1924 in Linary, the son of John Frank Warner and Minnie Otas Hassler Warner.
He was in business for 50 years in Crossville. He ran an auto repair business, a dealership of Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth trucks for a few years, then went back to selling new and used tires. He retired from business in April 2003. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946 and receiving the Bronze Star. He was a member of the Church of Christ. He was proud of his children and grandchildren and saw to it that they went as far as they could go in school.
Survivors include his wife, Gerldean Johnson Warner of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, David and Debbie Warner of Crossville; daughters and sons-in-law, Pat and Damon Koehl of Crossville and Terry and Dale Jacobs of Crossville; grandchildren, Keith and Jerry Warner, Courtney and Daniel Koehl and Jeremy and Annalee Jacobs; great-grandchildren, Kaley, Ansley and Mollie.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Bethel, Everett, Estel and Bobby Warner; and sisters, Dean Warner Sloas and Jean Warner Gilbert.
Pallbearers were Larry Warner, John Warner, Johnny Frank Warner, Ike Warner, J.C. Warner, Rick Sloas, Allen Smith and Robert Finley.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 5

Paul Bowman
Jan. 14, 1924 - Nov. 1, 2004
Paul Bowman, 80, of Dayton, OH, formerly of Overton County, passed away Nov. 1, 2004. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, from the chapel of Goff Funeral Home of Monterey. The Rev. Freddie Melton will officiate and interment will follow in the Mayland Cemetery in Mayland, TN. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
Mr. Bowman was born Jan. 14, 1924, in Overton County, the son of Lonnie and Ledie Murphy Bowman.
He was a landscaper for many years and for the past 15 years was employed as a truck driver for Moore's PBE Inc. in Dayton, OH. He was a past member of the Sons of Amvets.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Velma Wilson Bowman of Dayton, OH; sons and daughters-in-law, Danny and Emily Bowman of Crossville, Donnie and Faye Bowman of Vines Ridge, TN and Ronnie and Kay Bowman of Dayton, OH; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Gerhard Weckesser of Cincinnati, OH, Reba and Robert Patterson of Bethpage, TN, Charlotte and Jim Babcock of Dayton, OH and Marsha and Gary Stoltz of Troy, OH; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tom and Denvil Bowman of Crossville and Hollis and Elaine Bowman of Muddy Pond; sisters, Earlene Lewthwaite and Kathleen Wyatt, both of Crossville, Maureen Pierce of Monterey and Beulah Long of Sweetwater; and many special nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Ruth Pippin Bowman; brothers, Domer Bowman and A.J. Stringer; and sisters, Janie Tabor, Leta Mae Boles, Treva Wilson and Lena Kendrick.
Goff Funeral Home of Monterey is in charge of the arrangements.

Thelma C. Brown
Aug. 23, 1947 - Oct. 20, 2004
Thelma Christine Brown, 57, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 20, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 23 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Haley's Grove Cemetery. The Rev. Danny Smith and the Rev. Kenny Stevens officiated, with special music by Danny, Jason and Darcy Smith.
Mrs. Brown was born Aug. 23, 1947 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Stanley and Edith Monday Redwine.
She was a registered nurse and a member of Crab Orchard Christian Church. She was a Mary Kay consultant and a food pantry coordinator for Crab Orchard Christian Church. She enjoyed fishing, crossword puzzles and crafts. She was very close to her sisters and loved her grandchildren very much.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Kenny and Melissia Stevens of Russia; daughter and son-in-law, Anita and Danny Smith of Crossville; brother, Keith Redwine of Crab Orchard; sisters, Wilma Bledsoe of Westel, Katy Hassler of Ozone, Della Lee of Crossville, Tinker Miller of Crab Orchard and Jill Kirkland of Crossville; and grandchildren, Darcy and Jason Smith and Kayla and Samuel Stevens.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Brown; brother, Paul Redwine; and sister, Lucille Mullinax.
Pallbearers were Henry Gerdes, Sam Hale, Frank Massaro, Dean Neely, Toby Newcome, Billy Smith, Jeff Tollett and Jerome Watson.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Bettye J. Deck
Sept. 21, 1939 - Oct. 30, 2004
Bettye Jean Deck, 65, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 30, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 2 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Woody Cemetery. Bro. George Wallace officiated, with special music by Wanda Reed.
Mrs. Deck was born Sept. 21, 1939 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Frank and Pauline Cannon Bailey.
She was a homemaker and a member of Lawrence Chapel Church of God of Prophecy. She wrote the Plateau/Woody area news section for the Crossville Chronicle for many years.
Survivors include her husband, M.L. Deck of Crossville; son and daughter-in-law, Lynn and Teresa Deck of Crossville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Lucille Bailey, Harry and Brenda Bailey and Mike Bailey, all of Crossville, and Willard Bailey of Kingston; sister and brother-in-law, Georgia Mae and Barton Wilson of Crossville; granddaughter, Kimberly Deck; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles "Punk" Bailey; and sister, Margaret Ruth Pugh.
Pallbearers were Tracy Buck, Robbie Buck, James Woody, Gary King, Damon Allred and Patrick Higgenbotham.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Cordell H. Dixon
Jan. 24, 1915 - Oct. 28, 2004
Cordell Hull Dixon, 89, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 28, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 31 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. Freddie Melton and Bro. Jim Cody officiated, with special music by Ronnie Wyatt and Roberta Schubert.
Mr. Dixon was born Jan. 24, 1915 in Cumberland County, the son of Art and Eliza Elmore Dixon.
He retired in 1972 after 30 years of service as a warehouse manager for Martin Marietta and was manager of Crossville Flea Market from 1972 until 1996. He was also a member of Plateau Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Cora Barnwell Dixon of Crossville; stepson and wife, Dennis and Lois Wilbanks of Crossville; grandchildren, Gary Dixon of Dayton, OH, Kathy Dixon Richie and her husband, Eddie, of Byrdstown, and Allen Stine Dixon of Hamilton, OH; step-grandchildren, John Wilbaks of Crossville, George Wilbanks of Crab Orchard and Lou Ann Wilbanks of Nashville; great-grandchildren, Nichole and Anthony (children of Kathy Dixon Richie and Eddie Richie); and two great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, J.C. Dixon.
Pallbearers were Danny Wyatt, Melvin Schubert, Jackie Schubert, Dewayne Vanwinkle, Ricky Wyatt, Grady Wilson, Wade Russell and Nathan Wilson.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Annie Mae P. Hook
Aug. 28, 1917 - Oct. 30, 2004
Annie Mae Pearl Hook, 87, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 30, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Nov. 1 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Haley's Grove Cemetery. Bro. Ricky Graves, Bro. Eddie Kilgore and Bro. Thomas Hale officiated, with special music by the Menonite Singers.
Mrs. Hook was born Aug. 28, 1917 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Benjamin Thomas and Dora Alice Garrison Brady.
She was a homemaker and a member of Crossville Church of God of Prophecy. She loved her children and her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking for her sons-in-law whom she cared for deeply. She also loved her church and gospel singing. She liked gardening and working in her flowers.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Velma and Lester Cox of Crab Orchard; daughter and son-in-law, Stella and Johnny Corbitt of Sylacauga, AL; grandchildren, Marcie Green, Greg Cox, Karren Newberry, Ronnie Cox, Darrell Price, Donna Keeton and David Price; 17 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert, Chat, Clyde, Tom Jr. and Jack Brady; and sisters, Mamie Modarelli and Idella Brady; and nieces, Betty Turner, Genece Cox and Marie Wheeler.
Pallbearers were David Price, Darrell Price, Greg Cox, Ronnie Cox, Leamon Green and Todd Newberry.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Roy Roach
Oct. 25, 2940 - Oct. 26, 2004
Roy Roach, 64, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 26, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 29 from the chapel of Hood Funeral Home, with burial in Woody Cemetery. Bro. Woodrow Forsythe, Bro. Jim Ward and Bro. Eddie Kilgore officiated, with special music by Wilma Forsythe.
Mr. Roach was born Oct. 25, 1940 in Cumberland County, the son of Ervin and Ethel Rogers Roach.
He was self-employed working with field stone and a member of Mayland Church of God of Prophecy. He loved working outdoors with the field stone and hunting ginseng. He also enjoyed reading and pitching horseshoes.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Roach of Crossville; sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Barbara Roach and Denny and Rita Roach; daughters and sons-in-law, Terry and Randy Presley and Becky and Darrin Ashburn, all of Crossville; brother, Jimmy Roach of Crossville; sisters, Mary Lewis of Crossville and Dorothy Chamberlain of Little Elm, TX; special sister-in-law, Brenda Pugh; and grandchildren, Josh and Nathaniel Presley, Eli and Casey Ashburn, Sasha, Karie Ann, Destiny and Elizabeth Roach.
Pallbearers were Jason Kirkland, Johnny Pryor, Scottie Pryor, Mark Cooper, Mike Smith, Billy Pugh, Jason Sharp and Ronald Sisco.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Leonard O. Swallows
June 6, 1947 - Oct. 28, 2004
Leonard O. Swallows, 57, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 28, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 31 at Midway Baptist Church. Bro. Dennie Moore and Bro. Glen Davenport officiated, with special music by the Menonite Singers.
Mr. Swallows was born June 6, 1947, in Overton County, the son of Delmer and Delsie Bilbrey Swallows.
He worked as a press operator for General Processing and was of the Baptist faith. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #483. He was a kind-hearted man who enjoyed helping people, especially his neighbors and friends. He liked to talk with anyone who stopped by. He loved the outdoors and all the precious time he spent with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Permelia "Meady" Swallows of Crossville; sons and daughters-in-law, Dwayne and Tonya Swallows and Stephen and June Swallows, all of Crossville; brother, Rondal Swallows of Cookeville; sister and brother-in-law, Wilma and Norman Evans of Cleveland; sister, Mildred Swallows of Crossville; and grandchildren, Heath, Nicole and Kevin Swallows.
Pallbearers were Scott Webb, Jeff Webb, Glen Clark, James Richards, Stanley Farmer and Josh Swallows.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Obituaries published Nov. 3

Rose M. Grech
May 16, 1929 - Oct. 24, 2004
Rose Marie Grech, 75, of Jackson, MI, passed away Oct. 24, 2004. Funeral services were conducted from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Father Patrick Brownell officiated.
Mrs. Grech was born May 16, 1929, in Detroit, MI, the daughter of George and Edna Smith Cini.
She was a housewife and member of the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church.
Survivors include her daughters, Catherine Bonello of Jackson, MI and Claudia Green of Crossville; grandchildren, Jennifer Wynychuk, Michelle Thrun, Christopher and Ashley Green; and great-grandchildren, Madison Wynychuk.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Grech; daughter, Christina Ferrington; brother, Arlington (Al) Cini; and twin sister, Georgia Spooner.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Vesta W. McArthur
Oct. 15, 1915 - Oct. 24, 2004
Vesta Webb McArthur, 89, formerly of Crossville, passed away Oct. 24, 2004. Graveside services were conducted Oct. 30 in Green Acres Memory Gardens. Bro. Tom Hale officiated.
Mrs. McArthur was born Oct. 15, 1915 in Pine Knob, WV.
She was an LPN for the UT Knox Cancer Research.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, James and Debbie McArthur of St. George, UT; grandson, Michael Thompson of Crossville; great-grandson, Charles Kaelan Thompson of Crossville.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Miketta (Mickie) Thompson.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Arlene G. Ruetenik
March 2, 1920 - Nov. 2, 2004
Arlene Genevieve Ruetenik, 84, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Nov. 2, 2004. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mrs. Ruetenik was born March 2, 1920, in New Lyme, OH, the third of four sisters, to Ellen Elizabeth Woodruff and Willis Washington Woodruff.
She graduated from an Orwell, OH high school in 1938 and married Donald Julius Ruetenik in Cleveland, OH, at the home of the minister, the Rev. H. Baumer of the Eighth Reformed Church on June 22, 1941. Her youngest sister, June, was the bridesmaid and Donald's best friend, Leo Malan, was the best man. Arlene's mother and Donald's mother were also in attendance.
Arlene was a wonderful stay-at-home mother and homemaker, raising her children to be good, law-abiding citizens, able to strike out and live on their own. She was a devoted wife who celebrated over 63 years of marriage with her husband, Donald. Her family always came first.
She was an excellent seamstress who, using an old foot-peddled treadle sewing machine early in her marriage, made and kept in repair countless items of clothing for her growing family. She managed the home during the many times when her husband was transferred to different areas connected with his work. First, in Ashtabula, OH, where Donald served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. She spent the better part of three years at that time living with her sister and Donald's parents in Orwell, OH.
Upon his discharge, they lived in Cleveland, OH, for a year before moving to Columbus, OH, for another year, then on to spend a couple of years in Cincinnati, OH, before moving to Pontiac, MI.
The moves continued as the family went to Detroit, MI, on to Cuyahoga Falls, OH, then to Westerville, OH, for several more years until settling in Arlington Heights, MI, for a stretch of 17 years. Finally, they moved to Fairfield Glade, TN, to spend their retirement years.
While the many moves were challenging, Arlene always accepted the challenges, took them in stride, and made the best of everything. She always made friends easily and was loved by all those fortunate enough to meet her.
When she was overtaken by a crippling stroke in October 1998, she made the best of her stay in the hospital and subsequent move to the nursing home in Crossville. Never one to demand or call attention to herself, Arlene respected the nurses and care givers who attended her, never expecting special care. All those who cared for her never failed to show how much they loved her.
Survivors include her husband, Donald Ruetenik of Fairfield Glade; children, Gary Lee Ruetenik and his wife, Doris, of Fairfield Glade, James Russell Ruetenik and his wife, Barbara, of Sun City, AZ, Donald Julius Ruetenik Jr. and his wife, Amy, of Pleasant Hill, CA, Suzanne Arlene Stipek and her husband, Larry, of Leesburg, VA, and Robin Lynn Miller and her husband, Alan, of Palatine, IL.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ellen Elizabeth Woodruff; and father, Willis Washington Woodruff, who died when Arlene was just 2 years old.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Lola M. Sherrill
March 21, 1928 - Oct. 29, 2004
Lola May Sherrill, 76, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 29, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 31 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in the Linary Cemetery. Bro. Mike Kerley officiated.
Mrs. Sherrill was born March 21, 1928 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Capias and Mary Lou Myers Godsey.
She was a homemaker and member of the Church of Christ.
Survivors include her sons, Johnnie, Earl and Murel Sherrill of Crossville and Beecher Sherrill of Midway, TN; daughters, Mary Henry of Crossville, Jenny Scarbrough of Crossville and Alta May Crouse of Nashville; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Cecil Godsey of Crossville; sister, Viola Monroe of Florida.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd (Bunk) Sherrill; and son, Billy Sherrill.
Pallbearers were Sammy Sherrill, Junior Oaks, Chris Miller, Shawn Sherrill, Bob Sherrill, Eugene Sherrill, David Sherrill and Spencer Scarbrough.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

C.C. Simonton
Graveside services for C.C. Simonton, of Crossville, will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Big Lick Cemetery, with the Rev. Cecil McFarland officiating.
Survivors include his wife, Polly Simonton of Crossville; son, Gary Simonton of Crossville; daughter, Donna Brown of Moorehead, KY; three grandchildren; and sisters, Lena Beardon and Leita Gaskins, both of South Carolina.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Obituaries published Nov. 2

Darrel E. Arthur
Oct. 28, 2004
Darrel Eugene Arthur (Art) passed away Oct. 28, 2004. He was born in Maynard, Iowa to the late Raymond and Leta Silka Arthur. After graduating from Upper Iowa University, he spent two years in the U.S. Army. Early in 1945 he joined the Health Physics Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. During his years of service at ORNL, his efforts were to provide radiation exposure control to many areas, including several of the more hazardous work areas.
He completed his work career in 1978 as a leader of a group providing Health Physics service for all labor organizations in the Y-12 area. He was an avid bowler, having bowled 299 in 1950, and was a sports enthusiast, officiating football and basketball in surrounding counties.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Gladys Lewis Arthur; daughter, Darrah Lou Hensley of Lexington, KY; grandchildren, Todd Arthur Hensley of Tarzana, CA and Robert Scott Hensley of Lexington, KY; stepdaughter, Linda Sue Ferris of Blountville, TN; step-granddaughter, Misty Harris of Chattanooga, TN; and sister-in-law, Peggy Tuck Arthur of Lenoir City, TN.
Special friends whom he considered family were Samantha and Chani Dintsch and Ann Nissien of Finland who was an exchange student at Linda's home for six years.
Art appreciated his flowers while living through the kindness shown to the family during his long illness.
Funeral services were conducted Oct. 30, at 4 p.m. at Weatherford Mortuary of Oak Ridge, with Dr. Larry Dipboye officiating. Entombment followed at Oak Ridge Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made in the form of donations to charity of choice.
An online guest book can be signed at www.weatherfordmortuary.com.
Weatherford Mortuary of Oak Ridge was in charge of the arrangements.

Richard C. Floyd Sr.
Feb. 9, 1941 - Oct. 27, 2004
Richard Charles Floyd Sr., 63, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 27, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 29 from the chapel of Bilbrey Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Bro. Cecil Bristow officiated, with special music by the Russell Sisters.
Mr. Floyd was born Feb. 9, 1941 in Cumberland County, the son of George and Mable Houston Floyd.
He was a gas station attendant and of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his wife, Alma Shelton Floyd of Crossville; sons, Randy, Dale and Richard Floyd, all of Crossville; daughters, Debbie Daniels and Betty Burgess, both of Crossville; nine grandchildren; brothers, Gary and James Floyd, both of Crossville; and sisters, Sylvie Akins, Doris Hubbard and Mary Taylor, all of Crossville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Joshua Floyd; and brother, Bobby Floyd.
Pallbearers were Roger Burgess, Mark Daniels, Steven Smallwood, Keith Tuttle, Bobby Shelton and Tommy Houston.
Bilbrey Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Louis O. Innis
Sept. 19, 1953 - Oct. 9, 2004
Louis Otis Innis, 51, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 9, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 13 at Union Grove Baptist Church in Morgan County. Bro. Perry Spurling officiated, with burial in Union Grove Cemetery.
Mr. Innis was born Sept. 19, 1953 in Detroit, MI, the son of John and Louise LaRue Innis.
He was self-employed as a dry-hanger. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved the time he spent with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his son, Jon Innis of Cookeville; daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle and Aaron Williams of Crossville, Jami and Greg Jones of Crossville and Joyce and Anthony Ogle of Crossville; brothers, Roy Innis of Crossville; Kenny Innis of Kalamazoo, MI, and Jack Innis of Jamestown; and grandchildren, Tiffany, Aric and Amber Williams, Haley and Jacob Jones and Brianna Ogle.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Innis; and brothers, John Innis and Ernie Innis.
Hood Funeral Home and Crematory, LLC was in charge of the arrangements.
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Mary L. Massengale
Sept. 12, 1914 - Oct. 26, 2004
Mary Louise Massengale, 90, of Crossville, passed away Oct. 26, 2004. Funeral services were conducted Oct. 30 from the chapel of Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, with burial in Crossville City Cemetery. Jacob Troyer of Muddy Pond and Charles Greatorex officiated, with music provided by Jonah Guenther and friends.
Mrs. Massengale was born Sept. 12, 1914 in Danville, KY, the son of Georgia Louise "Little Mom" Wallin and Walter D. Wallin.
She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her son, Sam Dudley Massengale of Cincinnati, OH; daughters, Sue Austin Eslinger of St. James, FL and Cheryl Darlene Greatorex of Monterey, TN; grandchildren, Mary Lynn Crider, Samuel D. Massengale Jr., Robbin Eslinger, Eric Eslinger, Melissa Thomas, Gregory Greatorex, Jonathan Greatorex and David Greatorex; and 10 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Massengale; brothers, Samuel Kirkwood and Walter "Dub" Wallin; and sisters, Georgia Louise Wallin and Mabel Dean.
Pallbearers were Charles Greatorex, Gregory Greatorex, Ray Eslinger, Daniel Greatorex, Jonathan Greatorex and Sam Massengale.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Don W. Mingis
Oct. 17, 2004
Don W. Mingis, 94, of Rockwood, formerly of Westel, passed away Oct. 17, 2004. Graveside services and interment were conducted Oct. 19 at the Roane Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Charles Kelley officiating.
Mr. Mingis was of the Baptist faith and was a retired crane operator with Roane Electric Furnace and a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II. He was a lifelong resident of Cumberland County and worked on the Cumberland Homesteads when it was developed in the 1930s.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Donnie and Bobbye Mingis of Loganville, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Velma and Lacey Holder of Charlotte, NC; daughter-in-law, Martha Mingis of Smyrna, TN; grandchildren, Debbie Mingis of Boynton Beach, FL, Allen Mingis of River Falls, WI, Nancy Hurst of Snellville, GA, Kim West of Smyrna, TN, Kevin Mingis of Smyrna, TN, Mark Holder of Melbourne, FL, Jill Bowling of Loganville, GA and Lori Goduti of Salinas, CA; 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews including David Allen and Saffel Silvers Jr.; special friends, David Lowe, Kenneth Kindred and Gayle Wilkey; sister, Vivian Miller of Glen Alice; and sister-in-law, Helen Simmons and her husband, Russell, of Kingston.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Lou Allen Mingis; son, Jerry Mingis; and great-granddaughter, Kristin Hurst.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Evans Mortuary of Rockwood was in charge of the arrangements.

Carole L. Shultz
April 6, 1947 - Oct. 14, 2004
Carole Lynn Schultz, of Fairfield Glade, passed away Oct. 14, 2004. A memorial service was conducted Oct. 19 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home.
Mrs. Shultz was born April 6, 1947 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Clifford S. Askren and the late Delphena E. Henderson Askren.
On May 6, 1972, she married John J. Shultz and resided in Novi, MI, where she volunteered for the Novi school system for 12 years. Since moving to Fairfield Glade in 1992, she had been active in the MS Society Self Help Group, mentored for the Cumberland County school system and was active in the Pinochle Club. She is remembered as a devoted wife, a proud mother, a loving family member and a loyal friend.
Survivors include her husband, John Shultz of Fairfield Glade; son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Vera Shultz of Valrico, FL; daughter, Stacy Shultz of Dallas, TX; father, Clifford S. Askren and companion Betty Bacon of Farmington Hills, MI; sisters and brother-in-law, Shirley and Bill Roudebush of Summerfield, FL and Nancy Askren of Allen Park, MI; brother and sister-in-law, Clifford and Jackie Askren Jr. of Farmington Hills, MI; stepdaughters, Joan Castro of Bellefontaine, OH and Sharon Shultz of Farmington Hills, MI; stepson, Douglas Shultz of Detroit, MI; step-grandchildren, Juan Castro, Christina Castro, Charlie Shultz, Christine Aranda, Kimberly Aranda and Katie Aranda; nieces, Kelly East of Center Valley, PA and Julie Askren of Redford, MI; and nephew, Scott Askren of Farmington Hills, MI.
The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff of Cumberland County Hospice for their loving care and support over the past 10 months.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to KIDS on the Rise (SMILE Mentor Program), PO Box 3912, Crossville, TN 38557.
Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.