Obituaries
Phillip M. Clariday age 68 of Lenoir City passed away suddenly on March 19, 2019 at his home. Phil was an Eagle Scout and Graduate of Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry. He loved working in his yard, coaching his kids soccer teams, and watching movies. Phil enjoyed people and never met a stranger. He was a utilities operator at the Y-12 Plant in Oak Ridge with over 25 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Mary Ella Clariday. He is survived by his children: Mary Blankenship (Patrick), Michele Franco (Christopher), Mandy Stinnett (Nathan), Robert Clariday (Tori), and Melissa Clariday; he was Papa to Eva, Emery, Bladen, Gunner, Jake and two more on the way; brothers, Steve Clariday (Sandra) and David Clariday (Sarah); sister, Marilyn (Paul) Kenny; several nieces and nephews, and the mother of his children, Tressa Clariday. A celebration of Phil’s life will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Click Funeral Home in Lenoir City. Click Funeral Home, 109 Walnut Street, Lenoir City is in charge of arrangements.
Ricky Lynn Evans,
Ricky Lynn Evans, age 65, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and was saved October 8, 1988. He retired from TVA, was a member of IUOE Local #917 since 1973, and member of LA Cruizers Car Club.
Preceded in death by father, Ulyss Evans; grandparents, Gilles & Ida Ivey Bourff and Frank & Susie Evans
Survivors
Wife: Debbie Smith Evans
Children: Damon & wife Misty Evans
Chevy & Ashley Evans
Grandchildren: Carlie Baldwin, Colton Evans, Walker Evans
Mother: Azalee Evan
Brother: Frankie Evans
Sister: Carol Evans
Several nieces and nephews
Services 7 PM Saturday Cross-Smith Chapel
Rev. Chris Allen officiating
Interment 11 AM Sunday Powell Valley Cemetery
Family will receive friends 5 PM to 7 PM Saturday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Condolences may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com/
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Mr. Harold Hall
Mr. Harold Hall, age 81, of Harriman, passed away Wednesday February 14, 2018 at his home. He was an Army veteran serving in Kaiserslautern, Germany. Harold was a 61 year member of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 917. Twenty four of those years he served as the IUOE Local 917 President. He worked at Sequoyah and Watts Bar Nuclear Plant and finished his career at the Y-12 Plant. He was a longtime member and Past Master of Southgate Lodge # 569. He loved his Lord, family, country, UT football and basketball, and NASCAR.
Mr. Hall’s family wishes to thank the wonderful nurses who cared for Harold over the last year Cathleen Cox, Erin Alonso, Christina Presley, Ruth Neal, Kim Lessick, Nichole Kilby, Shauna Miller, Kim VanCura, Darren Justes, Maigan Fitzgerald, Doyce Hughes, and great-niece Beth Wick.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years: LaCleeta Hester Hall.
His parents: Harry and Minnie Hall.
Brothers: John, Harry, Fred, Clayton (Pete), Marvin (Mert), and Sam.
Sisters: Margaret Myers and Helen Gossage.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Donna and Chuck Stringfield.
Grandson and his wife: Andy and Rachel Stringfield.
And a host of nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and cousins.
James “Rob” Owens
James “Rob” Owens, 77, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2018.
Rob was a member of Pine Sett Baptist Church and a retired member of Local 917 Operating Engineers and was retired from Ever Heart Steel Construction.
He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie Owens and Janie Bell Bible; son James “Dickie” Owens Jr.; son-in-law Charles T. “Whistle” Wilson; brothers Kenneth Owens and Oscar Owens & David Owens; sisters Rebecca Cagle, Emma Jane Anderson & Mary White;
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters Debra (Kenneth) Wilson Green & Carol Owens; sister Rose Dawson; grandchildren Samantha (Sean) Wakefield, Scott (Kirstie) Wilson , Tyler Walker, Matthew May, Alyson (Ryan) Smith & Hanna Leamon; 6 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Friday, February 9, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CST.
Funeral Services will be conducted from the Tate Funeral Home Chapel Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. CST with Bro. Eddie Meeks officiating.
Interment will follow at Gilliam Cemetery.
Arrangements by Tate Funeral Home LLC, Jasper, TN 37347
Mayberry, Lonnie
Lonnie Mayberry, 71, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, January 19, 2018. A lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area, he was a veteran of the Army National Guard, a former employee of TVA, a member of the Chattanooga Scottich Rites and was of the Baptist faith.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William Haywood and Rosa Lee Campbell Mayberry; sister, Annie Marie Carpenter; and brother, Tommy Mayberry.
He is survived by his sister, Myrtle Ann Patterson of Chattanooga; niece, Jennifer (Anthony) Woodson of Rossville; three nephews, William J. (Dorothy) Patterson of Rossville, Robert (Beth) Patterson of Apopka, Fl. and LaRoy (Faye) Carpenter of LaFayette; and several great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held noon Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 3-9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home.
Arrangements are by W.L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Home – Ft. Oglethorpe.
Micheal Hall
Michael Hall, 38, went to be with the Lord Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017. Michael, a lifelong resident of Harrison, enjoyed camping and outdoor activities. He was a heavy equipment operator and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Michael was an avid animal lover and was loved by all who met him and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Michael had a great love for children. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Virginia Redman; grandfather, Clyde A. Hall; uncle, Rusty Hall. He is survived by parents, Mike and Connie Hall; grandmother, Sue Hall; brother, James Lee (Nadia) Hall; sister, Jessica (Bobby) Wilson; nephews, Nickolas, Daniel, Mikey and Jimmy Lee Hall, Kash Wilson; niece, Airanna Hall; several aunts and uncles. The family will receive friends Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in the Highway 58 Chapel of Turner Funeral Home with Minister Eric Stitts officiating. Following the service, Mr. Hall will be laid to rest in the New McDonald Cemetery Share your memories at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Turner Funeral Home Highway 58@ 3913 Webb Road 622-3171
Claude Thomas “Tom” Green
Green, Claude Thomas “Tom”, born on the 4th of July 1947, made the final formation on Saturday morning, October 28, 2017, at his home. As a decorated Marine Corps Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam and fought in the battle of Khe Sanh, Tom was dedicated to the cause of veterans and their loved ones.” He retired from McMinn County after over 20 years as Veteran’s Service Officer, and he continued serving for many years as a volunteer in various groups. Member of the IUOE Local 917, the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, the Third Marine Division Association, Khe Sanh Veterans, VFW Post 5146, Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans Monroe County #93, AMVETS Post TN 106, American Legion TN Post 68, Thomas A. Hamilton Lodge #317, Scottish Rite, Alhambra Shriners, and Tennessee SAR Knoxville.
Left behind to honor his memory are his wife of 48 years, Betty Williams Green, Son, Paul Green and wife Sarah (Chrissy), Niota, Daughter, Christie Green and husband Darrell Hager, Orlando, KY; lovingly called “T.T.” by grandchildren Caroline Green and Ira Hager, Samuel and Andrew Green, Brothers & sisters-in-law, Bobby and Connie Hall Green, Kenneth and Bessie Green, all of Madisonville, Nelson and Becky Green of Athens, Sisters-in-law & brothers-in-law, Shelby Sours, Helen and James Hobbs, Jay C. and Mary Adams Williams, Tommy Williams. Preceded in death by his daughter Stephanie Marie Green, parents, Robert Lee and Olive Louise Sutton Green.
Graveside service 1 P.M. Friday, Hiwassee Church of God Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. Post 5146, McMinn Co. Veteran Honor Guard and the U.S. Marines. In lieu of flowers, Tom requested donations to the Hiwassee Church of God Cemetery Fund (267 Cold Stream Farm Rd., Madisonville, TN 37354), or to a Veteran’s scholarship program of your choice. Family will receive friends 5-7 PM Thursday at Biereley Hale Funeral Home in Madisonville. Live as brave men, and if fortune is adverse, front its blows with brave hearts. Semper Fidelis.
Thurman Roy Brown
age 89 of Lenoir City passed away Sunday morning, September 17, 2017. He was a member of Second Baptist Church in Lenoir City. Thurman was a member of Operating Engineers Local #917. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Ethel Hayworth Brown, and brother, Willard Brown. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Billie Sue Hawkins Brown; daughters, Glenda Goins, Sandy Whisnant and husband, Lewis Whisnant; grandsons, Jason Goins, Scott Whisnant and Greg Whisnant;great-granddaughter, Addison Whisnant; sister, Juanita Luttrell; brother and sisters-in-law, Don and Novella Hawkins, Wanda Haney and Sara Harvey; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather at 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 20th in Lenoir City Cemetery for graveside services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Second Baptist Church, 406 West 3rd Avenue, Lenoir City, TN 37771. Click Funeral Home, 109 Walnut Street, Lenoir City is in charge of arrangements.
Billy Earl Hearon
age 57, left this world to be with his Heavenly Father and reunite with his loving mother: Betty Hearon on September 18, 2017. He leaves behind two daughters: Cindy and husband Dewayne Mathews and Ginger Hearon, son: Preacher Billy Hearon, Jr. and wife Tiffany, grandchildren: Adam, Sarah, Abram, Billy, and Autumn. He also leaves behind his father: Bill Hearon, brothers and sister: Dennis, Mark, and Teresa, 8 nieces and nephews, most importantly he leaves his testimony. Billy was a man who stood firm on God’s word and lived what he believed. He will be missed by many. Funeral services will be held 7:00 P.M. Thursday, September 21, 2017, at Lone Oak Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Hearon, Preacher Billy Hearon, Jr., and Pastor Delbert Raines officiating. Family and friends will meet 8:15 A.M. Friday, September 22, 2017, at Memorial Funeral Home: 1102 Big Springs Rd. to proceeded to Grandview Cemetery for a 9:00 A.M. graveside service. The family will receive friends 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Thursday at the church. Condolences may be made at www.maryvil lememorialfuneralhome.com.
Lawrence Edward “Eddie” Wells,
Age 66, of Rutledge, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017. Eddie was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church.
Eddie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jill Vaughn Wells, on March 30, 2017; parents, Leslie and Lena Mae Roach Wells; brother, Fain Wells; sister, Darlene Wells Perry; father and mother-in-law, J. W. and June Vaughn; and brothers-in-law, Johnny and Bill Vaughn and Jimmy Hipshire
He is survived by step-son, Scott (Dina) Beeler; granddaughters, Ginny, Anna and Abby Beeler of Woodstock, Georgia; brothers, Louis (Doris) Wells and Curtis (Donna) Wells, both of Rutledge; sister, Maxine Hipshire of Rutledge; sisters-in-law, Ruth Wells, Judy (Mike) Tisdale, Barbara (Ron) Neubert and Jenny (Mike) Keith, all of Knoxville; a host of nieces and nephews; and his special companion, “Little Bit.”
Eddie, an Operating Engineer, had over forty years of service with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 917. He retired in 2013.
In keeping with the wishes of Eddie, there will be no services. The family suggests memorials honoring Eddie be made to the Children’s Ministry at Blue Springs Baptist Church, 956 Hwy 92 in Rutledge, in care of Garry Samsel.
Arrangements by Smith-Reagan Funeral Home
Age 72, of Bulls Gap, passed into his Heavenly home on Tuesday, August 22, 2017, after a long battle with cancer. He attended Full Gospel House Church until he was not able. He retired from Card and Label after many years of service.
He had many friends and loved always telling others “Have a good day, good week and a good weekend.” He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Charlie Wright and Hattie Mae Hawkins; and one sister, Viola Mae. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Irene Hawkins; one daughter, Angi (Jeff) Gibson, Rogersville; two sons, Ronnie (Judy) Golden, Rogersville, and Roger (Teressa) Golden, Surgoinsville; eight grandchildren, Hollie, Emilie, Lacie, Brandon, Dawn, April, Rhonda, and Nathan; seven great grandchildren; and seven step grandchildren. Special thanks and love to Smoky Mountain Hospice of Greeneville-Miriam, Leslie, Gertrude, Karen, Lisa, and Paula
Rev. Billy Gene Arnold
age 80 of Camden, TN passed away Monday, August 21, 2017 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN. He was born May 3, 1937 in Camden, TN to the late Hobie Arnold and Lilly Holland Arnold. He was preceded in death by a son: Billy James Arnold, brothers: Charles Arnold, Carnel Arnold, sister: Joan Ogle, a grandchild: Peyton
Arnold. Rev. Arnold was an Army Veteran, a member of Camden First United Pentecostal Church, he, also pastored and planted many churches in the Tennessee District. He was a member of the operators Union Local 731 and was a retired crane operator for TVA.
Survivors include:
Wife; Betty Singleton Arnold of Camden, TN
Sons: Terry(Penny)Arnold of Chattanooga, TN
Donny(Penny)Arnold of Dickson, TN
Daughters: Vicki Arnold of Camden, TN
Debi(Bob)DePriest of Smithville, TN
Brothers: Bobby(Doris Jo)Arnold of Camden, TN
John Dewey(Corinne)Arnold of Huntingdon, TN
Sisters: Carolyn Odom of Camden, TN
Judy(James)Bonds of Jackson, TN
Seven Grandchildren
Five Great Grandchildren
Funeral Services for Rev. Arnold will be held Friday, August 25, 2017 2:00 PM at Camden First United Pentecostal Church with Rev. Ron Brown, Rev. Ron Becton and Rev. Marty Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Benton Memory Garden.
Visitation with the Arnold family will be Thursday, August 24, 2017 from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM and resume on Friday, August 25, 2017 from 10:00 AM until time of service at Camden First United Pentecostal Church.
All visitation & service will be at the church at 126 Vicksburg Ave. Camden, TN. 38320
In Lieu of flowers the family would like for donations to be made to the Tennessee District United Pentecostal Church North American Mission P.O. Box 549 Bon Aqua, TN 37025.
Dallas “Bushman” Collins
68, of Rossville went home to be with the Lord at his residence on Monday, July 17, 2017. He was a native of Knoxville, TN and had lived in Rossville for most of his life. Bushman was one of the best heavy machine operators having worked for Steins Construction, Talley Construction, and Brown Construction. He was a member of the Union local 917 since 1976. His passion in life was his family. He enjoyed working in the outdoors in his garden, working with his cows, and going on wagon rides on Sunday afternoons led by his horses Bart and Spec. Bushman also enjoyed walking in the woods picking out sticks to make picture frames, knives, and walking sticks and collecting walnuts for his homemade stain. He loved his dog Buddy Lee and his late Chihuahua, Rocky.He was preceded in death by his dad, William Herbert Collins; mother, Melzola Collins; 7 brothers and sisters; and his best friend, Ronnie Hatfield.Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Wilma Collins; daughter, Rhonda (Herbert) Williams of Rossville; son, Dallas Ronnie Collins, Jr.; Rossville; grandchildren, Samantha Moore and Jesse (Megan) White; step-great granddaughter, Delilah Binkley; and two great grandchildren on the way; five brothers and sisters, Dora Williams, Lonnie (Shirley) Collins, Danny (Dorothy) Collins, Brenda (Michael) Branch, and Mary (Rodney) Chance; and several nieces and nephews.Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:00p.m. in the South Crest Chapel with Pastor Eddie Sweet officiating.The family will receive friends Thursday from 4-8p.m. at the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.
Ronald “Ronnie” Rogers
77, a longtime resident of Middle Valley, passed away at his home on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. He was an operating engineer and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Union Local 917 for more than 30 years. His union brothers called him “Pappaw”. Ronnie retired from S & H Erectors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ciscero Darious and Alma Elizabeth Rogers. Survivors are his loving wife of 58 years, Marcella Davis Rogers; daughter, Sherry Lynn Henley; grandchildren, Angelica Henley and Jessica Henley; great-grandchildren, Alexis Johnson, Lily Johnson, Alex Graham and Logan Graham and numerous nieces and nephews. There will not be a service. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com. Arrangements are by Williamson and Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379.
Joe C. Wiggleston
74, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 18, 2017. He was a long-time member of Burlington Masonic Lodge #763 and International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 917.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Barbara Wiggleston, Sr.; and brother, Bruce Wiggleston Jr.
He is survived by his grandchildren, Marci (Justin) Taylor, Judah (Jessica) Wiggleston, Dixie Coker, and Enoch (Hannah) Wiggleston; great-grandchildren, Adrian, Ella and Julian Wiggleston, Naomi Taylor, Jaylon, Jordan, and Zane Coker.
Funeral service 7:00 PM Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at Fielden Chapel with Rev. Arthur Pedigo officiating. Interment 11:00 AM Thursday in Thorngrove Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5:00 – 7:00 PM prior to the service at Fielden Funeral Home in New Market
Anthony Richard “Butch” Duke,
of Manchester, passed this life on Friday, June 16th, 2017 at Unity Medical Center at the age of 60. Mr. Duke was born in Tullahoma to the late Robbie and Sibbie Brixey Duke. During his life he worked as an Operating Engineer with N.A.S. AEDC and was a member of the Tullahoma Masonic Lodge #262. In addition to his parents, Mr. Duke was preceded in death by his step-father, Bill Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Beth Duke of Manchester; son, Kevin Duke and his wife Brandy of Tullahoma; sister, Sibbianne Capshaw and her husband Bob of Manchester; step-sister, Kathy Gilley and her husband Leonard of Manchester; step-brother, Jerry Wayne Lyle of Mississippi; step-mother, Wanda Duke of Tullahoma; and granddaughter, Mackenzie Duke. Visitation for Mr. Duke will be held on Friday, June 23rd, 2017 at Kilgore Funeral Home from 4:00-7:00pm with a memorial service to follow at 7:00pm with Charlie Rogers officiating. For those who wish, the family asks that donations be made to the Tullahoma Animal Shelter, 942 Maplewood Avenue, Tullahoma, Tennessee 37388 or the Tullahoma Masonic Lodge #262, 104 South Jackson Street, Tullahoma, Tennessee 37388.
William “Charles” Lovin
age 77, of Rogersville, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at Signature Healthcare of Rogersville. He was a son of the late William and Orpha Brooks Lovin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Tammy Winstead; sisters, Edith Lundy and Martha Horner; and brothers, John Ross Lovin and H.W. “Hardrock” Lovin.
Charles worked for the Tennessee Fish and Game Commission, McDaniels Construction, Lyons Construction, and retired from the TVA as an Operating Engineer. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He enjoyed watching, UT, Washington Redskins, Atlanta Braves, and golf.
Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Shirley DeHart Lovin; grandsons, Timmothy, Tyler Charles, and Trey Winstead; granddaughter, Tabitha Ann Winstead; brother-in-law, Ray DeHart; sister-in-law, Edith Shuler Abrams; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his “guys at Southside”, Joyce Walker, Randall Burton, and Frank Cinnamon.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 15, 2017, from 5:00 until 7:00pm at Christian-Sells Funeral Home and at the home at any other time
Herman Edwin White
Herman Edwin White, age 92, of Decatur, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, March 26, 2017 at his home with his family beside him.
He was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Herman was in the Meigs Masonic Lodge 213 over 50 years, VFW, and American Legion. He also served in the U. S. Army during WWII and received the Purple Heart.
He was a son of the late Benjamin and Florence Davis White. Proceeded in death by his brothers; Hoyal, Bill, R.N. White.
Survivors include his wife of 69 years Margaret Louise White of Decatur, son; Jerry White (Aletha) of Decatur; daughter; Christine Plank (Willard) of Decatur; brother; Robert White of Decatur, sisters; Flossie Woodside (Robert) of Chattanooga, Ruby Kincer (Ronnie) of Ooltewah, Jewell Armour (Bruce) of Marietta, GA, 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren and 1 step great grandson. There are several nieces and nephews and a host of extended family and friends.
The Funeral Service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, 14108 North NoPone Valley Road, Decatur, TN 37322; with the Rev. Mike Rymer officiating.
Interment will be Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., Walnut Grove Cemetery in Decatur with Ralph Jarvis, Reed O’Daniel, Chris Plank, Craig Plank, Brian White, Rodney Scott, Gary Woodside, Jeff McNeely serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 3 until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at Walnut Grove Baptist Church.
You can go to www.bowersfh.com and sign the guest book and offer your condolences. Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home, Inc., Decatur Chapel of Decatur, TN. 423-334-3661
Nathaniel Dawes Jarvis
Nathaniel Dawes (N.D.) Jarvis
July 10, 1927 – March 22, 2017
Nathaniel Dawes (N.D.) Jarvis was carried home by angels to be with his Lord and Saviour on the morning of March 22, 2017, after a long, happy life filled with fun, laughter, family, and friends wherever he went.
He was saved at an early age and visited many churches throughout his life with his father who was a Methodist circuit preacher. For many years, he was a song leader and caretaker at Klepper’s Chapel Church. During more recent years, he was a member at Spires Chapel Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents Rev. John Jarvis and Annie (Hilton) Jarvis, and brothers Rev. John Jarvis, Jr., and wife Roxie, George Jarvis and wife Cleona, Ervin Jarvis and wife Dora, twin brother L.C. Jarvis, and infant brother Mack.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Mary Elizabeth (Cross) Jarvis; only sister Marguerite Greene; children Kenneth Jarvis and wife Midge, Linda Lipe and husband Archie, and Patricia Jarvis; his “pride and joy” and only grand-daughter Laura Pearson and husband Judge Alex Pearson; his “right-hand men,” grandsons Kenny Jarvis and wife Shanda, Timmy Jarvis and wife Jenni, and Alex Lipe; great grandsons Reed, Tanner, Keelyn, and Kendal Jarvis; sister-in-law Rosalie Jarvis; brother-in-law J.H. Cross; nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
During WWII, he served in the US Navy. All five brothers served at the same time, and all returned home.
His smile, jokes, laughter, love, and kindness will be greatly missed, but he can’t wait to show you his brand new home.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 25, 2017, at Spires Chapel Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John North officiating. Burial will follow in the Jarvis Family Cemetery. Christian-Sells Funeral Home in Rogersville is serving the family.
Howard Ray Basler
Howard Ray Basler, 82, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at his home.
He worked many types of employment throughout the years. He was a member of the International Operating Engineers Local 917 and Southgate #569 F&AM Masonic Lodge.
He was preceded by his parents, Harry G. and Maude (McPeters) Basler; wife, Joann (Mee) Basler; siblings, Garland L., H. Kenneth, and his twin, Harold R. Basler, M. Opal Solomon and Lula R. Frost.
He is survived by his sons, Darrell R. Basler and wife Donna of East Hartford, CT and Mark K. Basler and wife Angela of Harriman; three grandsons; one great-grandson; sister, Shirley J. Hedgecock of Catoosa, and sister-in-law Wilma C. Basler.
The family will receive friends at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg on Wednesday, March 22, 2017, from 5-7 p.m. There will be no funeral service. Burial will be at the family’s convenience. Memorial donations may be made to First Christian Church, 324 Morgan St., Harriman, TN 37748.
John Riley McWilliams,
Age 87, of Dunlap, passed peacefully at his home Friday, March 3, 2017. Mr. McWilliams was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Peggy Merriman McWilliams, parents, Riley and Nan Narramore McWilliams, grandson, Travis Burkhart, brothers, Riley Ray and Arthur Lee McWilliams, sister, Corene Lewis.
He was a member of Welch’s Chapel Methodist Church. John retired from International Union of Operating Engineers Local 917 after 41 years of service, 22 of those years he served as business manager for Local 917 in Chattanooga. He was also a member of Alhambra Shrine for 60 years. After his retirement he was active in his community and dedicated much of his time and energy to erect a memorial for the local Bluegrass musicians in Sequatchie County. John and Peggy spent much of their time in Clewistion, FL and made many life long friends.
Survivors include his 3 daughters, Tonja Bernard, Nashville, Sherry (Mike) Borkowski, Chattanooga, Vikki (Chet) Prado, Chattanooga, grandson, Shane (Stephanie) Burkhart, granddaughters, Ginger Prado, Kamilla (Todd) Bridges, 3 great-granddaughters, Dita Bridges, Stella Bridges and Abigail Burkhart, several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM CST Thursday March 9, 2017 in the Ewton Funeral Home Chapel.
Burial will follow in McWilliams Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 – 7 on Wednesday at Ewton Funeral Home.
Donald Dell Helton
Age 74, of Seymour, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017, at North Tennova Hospital. Donald was born in Sevierville, Tennessee and was a United States Army veteran. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 917.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Thedore and Mae Helton; first wife, Annette Helton; and brother, Larry Helton. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Reba Mottern Helton; step-sons, Tim Tucker (Susan) and Tom Reid; sister, Pat Williams (Ray), Linda Parton (Ray Neal), Carolyn Brackins (Gregg Willsey); sisters-in-law, Gail Mottern and Phyllis Crisler; cousins, nieces, nephews and other family members.
Robert A. Brown
Age 61, of Hixson, passed away on Jan. 9, 2017. Robert was a 1973 graduate of Red Bank High School and was a member of the IUOE 917. He enjoyed racing, hunting, fishing and spending time with his new grandson. He was a great husband and even better father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin N. and Hilda Brown; grandmother, Edna Trewitt; and a brother, David N. Brown. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Suzanne Brown; sons, Justin (Shian) Fairbanks and Jonathan Dodd; grandson, Justice C. Fairbanks; cousin, Tim Brown; father-in-law, John Hinch and many close friends. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in the funeral home chapel. The family asks those attending wear casual clothes in memory of Robert. Visitation will be held today, Jan. 13, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, from 1 to 2 p.m., at the funeral home. Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services; 4506 Hixson Pike. 423-531-3975.