Our Obituaries
Samuel Ray King
May 5, 1930 - March 14, 2013
Samuel Ray King, age 82, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2013. He was co-owner of King Brothers Building Contractors with his brother, Glenn. Some of their earlier projects included the Seymour, Sevier County and Gatlinburg-Pittman High Schools. Ray was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. King was also an avid fisherman. He was preceded in death by his parents,...
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Frances L. Cappadonna
November 8, 1917 - March 10, 2013
Frances L. Cappadonna, age 95 of Sevierville and formerly of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2013. She was born in Ohio on November 8, 1917. She was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Cappadonna; daughter Carol Saltz; parents, Brant and Anna (Vail) Echelberger; brothers, Donald , Robert and Ted Echelberger; sister, Janet Bushman. She is survived by her granddaughters, Cathy...
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Lois Watson Christopher
October 19, 1927 - February 21, 2013
Lois Watson Christopher, of Gatlinburg passed away on February 21, 2013. She was born on October 19, 1927 in Gatlinburg. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Gatlinburg and long time former member of Central Baptist Church in Fountain City. Lois loved children and, in return, children loved her. In her lifetime, she was involved in children's church activities, teaching in the primary...
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Herbert J. Branch
October 23, 1945 - January 16, 2013
Herbert J. Branch, age 67 of Dandridge, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer Wednesday, January 16, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Ruth Branch. Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Colleen Branch; daughter, Kelly Bailey and husband David; grandson (the son he never had), Christopher and grandson, Lucas Bailey; brothers, Leon, Eddie and Ray;...
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Mary Alice Huntingford
September 27, 1936 - January 9, 2013
Mary Alice Huntingford, age 76 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013.
Survivors: Husband: Gale Huntingford Daughter: Harriet Perry and husband Jimmie Daughter: Julie Costabile and husband Carmen Granddaughter Marie Son: Mark Huntingford and wife Debra; Grandsons Aaron and Erik Huntingford Daughter: Cathy Bowman Grandchildren: Christy Latham and Danny Mac Lundy and Great...
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Gladys C. Cowart
November 3, 1920 - January 4, 2013
Gladys C. Cowart, age 92 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Friday, January 4, 2013 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was born November 3, 1920, in Smokemont, NC, which is now a part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge, and was part-owner of the Smoky Shadows Motel and Convention Center. Mrs. Cowart's father was...
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Mary Ruth Carr
September 25, 1942 - December 30, 2012
Mary Ruth Carr, age 70 of Gatlinburg, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hayden and Tishia Morris; brothers, Arnold and Charles B. Morris; and special friend, Ruby Howard. She is survived by her Husband of 51 years, Robert Carr; Son, Anthony Carr and wife Vickie; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, four nieces, two nephews; Special niece, Becky...
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Ruby Green Howard
September 3, 1937 - December 6, 2012
Ruby Green Howard, age 75 of Pittman Center, passed away Friday, December 07, 2012. She was a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church. She spent many years fundraising for Pittman Center Elementary, Pittman Center Volunteer Fire Department and various other community organizations. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Bonnie Green and sister Juanita Hodge. She is survived by...
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Lela Bohanan Helton
June 8, 1935 - November 11, 2012
Lela Bohanan Helton, age 77 of Sevierville, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Sunday, November 11, 2012. She was born to Russell and Minnie Bohanan on June 8, 1935, and grew up in the Boyds Creek area and attended Gist Creek Church. She was the receptionist and hygienist for Dr. C.P. Wilson for many years. She enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers, and taking walks. She was...
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Barbara McGee Zennie
January 31, 1929 - October 4, 2012
Barbara McGee Zennie, age 83 of Sevierville, formerly of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 4, 2012. She was owner and operator of Little Red School House in West Carrollton, Ohio and was responsible for the first year around school in the state of Ohio. She was preceded in death by her mother, Theresa Reichbauer McGee Hussey; father Frank McGee; husband Tom Zennie; brother Frank...
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Donald Foster Maples
February 23, 1947 - September 17, 2012
Donald Foster Maples, age 65 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012. He is an Army veteran having served in Korea and Vietnam. Mr Maples was a member of the VFW and the U.S. Jobs Corps. He enjoyed painting and drawing, repairing cars with his brother and traveling. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy E, and Edith Foster Maples, and brother David Wayne Maples. ...
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Charles Hugh Chuck Moore III
June 3, 1969 - September 7, 2012
Charles H. “Chuck†Moore, III, age 43 of Gatlinburg, passed away Friday, September 7, 2012. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Gatlinburg, and went to school at Pi Phi and Gatlinburg Pittman High School before graduating from the University of Tennessee. He joined the Navy in 1987 and became a Navy S.E.A.L. and served until 1992. He later served as...
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Jerry Ronald Harris
August 26, 1938 - July 24, 2012
Jerry Ronald Harris, age 73 of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012. He was a retired Police Captain from Pompano Beach, Florida and retired Police Chief from Middlesboro, Kentucky. Mr. Harris was a Navy veteran and had worked with Dollywood Security for over 15 years. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susie Harris; brother, Gene Cottrill and sister, Carol Schuyler. ...
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Jo Ann Austin Lee
May 31, 1952 - July 15, 2012
Jo Ann Austin Lee, age 60, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012. Jo Ann was a member of the Praise and Worship Team at 1st Assembly Sevierville. She was preceded in death by her father, Kenneth W. Austin, Sr., Kenneth W. Austin, Jr., brother, Royce Austin. Survivors: Husband: Wayne Lee Son and daughter-in-law: David Lee and wife Aubrey Daughter: Jennifer Ann Lee...
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Della Rose Burkett Hodges
April 2, 1960 - July 13, 2012
Della Rose Burkett Hodges, age 52 of Pigeon Forge passed away Friday July 13, 2012. She was a very special mother, loving sister, and a dedicated friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Verless and Viola Burkett; brothers, Harley and Roy Burkett; sisters, Betty and Blanch Burkett, and Pauline Ogle; brother-in-law, Glenn Loveday; sisters-in-law, Jamie and Irene Burkett ...
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Stuart Becker
May 14, 1941 - May 29, 2012
Stu Becker, age 71 of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2012. He was born May 14, 1941 in Miami, FL. Mr. Becker was an 11 year Navy veteran. He was a real estate broker for 30 years and owner of Realty Executives Smoky Mountains. Mr. Becker was a lifelong active member of Christian Science Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Francis and Corinne Becker. He is survived...
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Zelma Lou Gibson
June 6, 1918 - May 14, 2012
Zelma Lou Shahan Gibson, an angel in our midst, is now with her Heavenly Father and loved ones in Heaven. She left us Monday, May 14, 2012, but we’ll carry her in our hearts until we meet up there. She was born to Matilda and Joe Shahan in Sevierville on June 6, 1918. Departing before her were her mother, father, sisters, Nola Stephenson, Dellie Townsend, Maudie Ownby; brothers,...
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Wm. Kenneth Shell
July 22, 1926 - March 10, 2012
Wm. Kenneth Shell, age 85, of Sevierville, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2012. He was a Navy veteran and served in World War II. Survivors: Wife: Marjorie Ruth Shell Daughter: Betty Ward and husband Raymond Granddaughter: Angela Russell Great-grandson: David Way Sister: Marjorie Tallent Funeral service 10 AM Wednesday in Atchley’s Smoky Mountain Chapel. ...
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Kenny Kitchen
July 16, 1970 - February 13, 2012
Kenny Kitchen, age 41 of Sevierville, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Valarie Kitchen; children, Heather Kitchen, Michael Kitchen, Mikayla Kitchen, and Kendyll Kitchen; grandson, Buddy Scott; and several brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends 2-3 PM Thursday with funeral service to follow at 3 PM at Atchley’s Smoky Mountain...
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Sharon Elizabeth Cruze
July 7, 1959 - January 25, 2012
Sharon Elizabeth Cruze, age 52 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her father, James Daniel Cruze; grandparents, Lloyd “Dock†Whaley, Laura Merritt, George and Cassie Cruze. Sharon is survived by her mother and step-father, Betty Sue and Nelson Gibson of Pigeon...
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Juanita Shultz
September 12, 1927 - December 9, 2011
Juanita Shultz, age 94, of Sevierville, passed away Friday, December 9, 2011. She was a member of Pathways Community Church, Sevierville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Shultz; daughter, Arlene Malm; and grandson, Greg O’Gara. Survived by: Daughters: Nona O’Gara, Sharon Brown and husband Lloyd Grandchildren: Gary, Tammy, Kim, Scott,...
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Granville D. Adams
January 5, 1928 - December 9, 2011
Granville D. Adams, age 83 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Friday, December 9, 2011 at Sevier County Health Care Center. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his parents Odus and Lucille Adams, and brothers Charles, Billy (Cotton) and Herbert Adams, and wife Freda Ogle Adams. Survivors: Brothers: Tilford Adams, Herman...
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Ruth Peters Whited
October 26, 1923 - December 3, 2011
Ruth Peters Whited of Sevierville, died Saturday, December 3, 2011 at LeConte Medical Center. She was 88 years old and is preceded in death by her husband Buford Whited; parents, Virgil and Sarah Peters and four brothers and four sisters. She was a devout Primitive Baptist and was always helping her fellow man. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Bond of Sevierville; granddaughters, Erika...
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Cody Lucille Lauderman
October 12, 1916 - November 19, 2011
Cody Lucille Lauderman, age 95 of Gatlinburg passed away Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Pigeon Forge Care and Rehab. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Gatlinburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell V. Lauderman, son, Terry Lynn Lauderman, and step-son, Jack Lauderman. Survivors: Special friends: Sharon Ritchie and Augie Gomez The receiving of friends...
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Pamela Ann Hill Wright
March 22, 1959 - September 11, 2011
Pamela Ann Hill Wright, age 52 of Sevierville, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011. She was preceded in death by her grandparents and father-in-law, Johnny Frank Wright. Survivors include her Husband: Johnny Wright; Children: William Daniel Spear and wife Sara, Priscilla Blackburn and Fiancé David Workman, and Dustin Fain; Grandchildren: Westley Williams, Makayla Spear,...
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Cora Ethel Ownby
November 16, 1941 - August 29, 2011
Cora Ethel Ownby, age 69 of Gatlinburg, passed away Monday, August 29, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Brazelton and Mary Ownby; daughters, Willie Maples and Ruth Ownby; and son, Granvil Ownby. She is survived by her sisters Ruby Williams and Gladys Throop and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet 10 AM Saturday in Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens for graveside...
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Harold Preston Newton
May 15, 1923 - August 28, 2011
Harold Preston Newton, age 88 of Pigeon Forge passed away Sunday August 28, 2011. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge. Harold was a Navy veteran having served in World War II in the Pacific and Atlantic from 1942-1945. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Esther Newton, brother, Walter Kent Newton, sisters, Evelyn Early, and Lois Reed. Survivors: Wife...
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Mary E. Crain
May 28, 1925 - August 3, 2011
Mary E. Crain, age 86, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Wednesday, August 03, 2011. She was born in Michigan and married Raymond Crain in 1964, and they resided in Columbia City, IN until 1978. They moved to Pigeon Forge where she owned and operated an art gallery within Silver Dollar City/Dollywood and later moved her gallery to the Glades. In her spare time she was an avid hiker and also worked...
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Deborah Donna Faye Huskey
August 19, 1958 - July 6, 2011
Deborah Donna Faye Huskey, age 52, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2011. Mrs. Huskey was in her 30th year of service with the National Park Service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Gene Huskey, father, James F. Maples, brothers, Clark Maples, Raymond Maples, and sister-in-law, Marjorie Lois Clinton. Survivors: Daughter: Amy Huskey Mother: Velma Maples Sisters...
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Jettie Mae McCarter Carr
June 15, 1930 - June 24, 2011
Jettie McCarter Carr, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Friday, June 24, 2011 at Fort Sanders-Regional Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith, a loving wife, a friend of many, and loved her flower garden. She was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Fanny Jo McCarter, brothers Ted and Van McCarter, sister Shirley Carr, brother-in-law Jerry Carr, and sister-in-law Carol McCarter. ...
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Elbridge Ed Smith
April 10, 1930 - June 19, 2011
Elbridge D. “Ed†Smith, age 81 of Sevierville, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2011 at LeConte Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a lover of music and enjoyed playing his guitar. Mr. Smith was a business man in Pigeon Forge. Survivors: Wife: Ellene Smith Daughter: Linda Grace Smith Grandchildren: Tim Smith and Natalie Renison Great...
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Louise Carr McCarter
August 15, 1926 - June 12, 2011
Louise Carr McCarter, age 84, of Sevierville, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray McCarter. Survivors: Children: Herbert McCarter and wife Martha, James McCarter, Linda McCarter, Junior McCarter and wife Mary, George McCarter and wife Linda, Shirley Abbott and husband Dave, Margaret Maples and husband Delmar, Gladys McCarter, Stephen McCarter and...
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James Ellis Ogle
June 26, 1921 - May 28, 2011
James Ellis Ogle, age 89 of Gatlinburg, died Saturday, May 28, 2011. He was a loving father who will never be forgotten. He was preceded in death by his wife Nina Faye Ogle; son, Gregory Dean Ogle; brother, Lawson Ogle; and parents Preston and Mary Ogle Survivors: Son: Clark Anthony Ogle Daughters: Rita Rines and Angela Faith Ogle Gambrel and husband James Granddaughter: Nina Angel...
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Raymond A. Crain
March 19, 1924 - May 16, 2011
Raymond A. Crain, age 87 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Monday, May 16, 2011 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. Mr. Crain was a veteran of the Army Air Corp and served in World War II. Survivors include his wife, Mary Crain; children, Susie Stonert (Brent), Lynda Gilbert, Pam Crain, Jim Crain (Cindy); step-son, Ron Kramer (Patty); six grandchildren; twelve great...
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John Counts Aden
November 28, 1940 - May 10, 2011
John Counts Aden, age 70 of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011. He was born in Livingston, TX. John graduated from Sam Houston State University in Hunstville, TX and retired from Texaco, Inc. after 31 years. He and his wife Yvonne moved to Sevierville, TN in 2006, and were employed by Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN. He was a Vietnam Veteran and a member of the Seymour Volunteer Fire...
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Bershell E. Huskey
April 6, 1950 - April 11, 2011
Bershell Elvira Huskey, age 61 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Monday, April 11, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years and the love of her life George (Bud) Huskey, father Thomas Klein and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lloyd and Lenore Huskey. Survivors: Mother: Sena Ann Moore Son and daughter-in-law: Tom and Milisa Huskey Daughters and sons-in-law: Tracy and P. J....
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Connie Howard Clabo
February 21, 1939 - March 26, 2011
Connie H. Clabo, age 72 of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, March 26, 2011. He was a member of Big Green Briar Primitive Baptist Church and attended Beech Grove Primitive Baptist Church. He was retired from the United Sates Air Force and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. He enjoyed basket making, fishing, hiking, hunting, and photography. Mr. Clabo was a jack of all trades. He was...
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Joel J.B. King
October 21, 1939 - March 21, 2011
J.B. King, age 71, of Sevierville, passed away Monday, March 21, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Tipton King, and his parents, Andy and Betty King. Survivors: Children: Joy and Greg Lane, and Joel and Shawyn King Grandchildren: Brittney, Blake, and Bailey Lane; and Jacob, Payton, Madison, and Presley King Brothers: Ben King, Dewey King, Merion King, Murrell King, and...
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Ruby Taffer Townsend
January 4, 1920 - March 12, 2011
Ruby Taffer Townsend, age 91 of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2011 at LeConte Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde E. Townsend and son Dwayne Townsend. Survivors: Sons: Doyle Townsend, Harold Townsend and wife Faye Daughter-in-law: Judy Townsend Grandchildren: Leslie McFalls and husband Buddy, Dlorah Dee Townsend, Robin Sweat and husband J.J....
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Jean Whaley Davis
May 7, 1929 - December 26, 2010
Jean Whaley Davis, age 81 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2010, with her final days spent surrounded by family. She had a Sugarlands heritage, since she was born to the late Rennie Whaley and Mintha Huskey Whaley who were from the Sugarlands. She attended Gatlinburg-Pittman High School and was a lifetime member of Pigeon Forge First Baptist Church. Among Jean’s...
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Glenn Fred Ogle
March 3, 1927 - December 22, 2010
Glenn Fred Ogle, age 83, of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nora Faye Ogle, brother Frank Ogle, sister Hazel Ownby, brother-in-law Verlis Ownby, and sister Connie Gibson. Survivors: Daughter: Shirlene and Carl Carver Son: Clayton Ogle Grandchildren: Michael Mize, Donnita Koontz and husband Steve Great-grandchildren: Kayla...
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Bettye Ruth Yates
March 20, 1934 - November 17, 2010
Bettye Ruth Yates, age 76 of Gatlinburg passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2010. She enjoyed creating special gifts for family and friends and spending time at the holidays with her beloved nieces and nephews. Mrs. Yates was a Past Queen (1984) of the Daughters of the Nile Abdiel Temple 147. She retired after a long career in nursing and then worked 15 years as Wardrobe Supervisor at Dollywood....
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Garnet Lucille Cole
February 6, 1919 - October 10, 2010
Garnet Lucille Cole, age 91 of Pigeon Forge, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 10, 2010. She was owner and operator of the Apple Tree Inn Restaurant for 39 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Rosie White; her husband of 59 years Kyle E. Cole, Sr. and loving son Kyle Cole, Jr. She is survived by grandson, Gregory Kyle Cole; granddaughters, Kim Rayfield...
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Earnest Lee McCarter
April 19, 1986 - October 7, 2010
Earnest Lee McCarter, age 24 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2010. Survivors include his: Wife: Dorothy Michelle McCarter Daughter: McKenzie Marie McCarter Mother: Angelia McCarter Father: Ricky Lee Maples Grandparents: Earnest and Nelda McCarter, Lee and Euritha Maples Sister: Arlena Michelle McCarter Niece: Abbaigail Nevaeh McCarter Father and mother-in-law: James...
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Ellen J. Englehardt
April 28, 1949 - October 5, 2010
Englehardt, Ellen – age 61 of Sevierville, passed away suddenly in her sleep at home on Tuesday, October 5, 2010. She was a devoted mother and wife and the light of her grand children’s lives, Alexandra, Bethany, Christian, Amelia, Ella, Adam Jr. and Nicholas. She is predeceased by her father, George Smithberg and her granddaughter, Madison, and survived by...
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Delia Lydia Hernandez
September 24, 2010 - September 24, 2010
Delia Lydia Hernandez, infant child of Rosa Delia and Carlos Hernandez, passed away Friday, September 24, 2010. The Hernandez family is a part of the First Baptist Church Hispanic Ministries. In addition to her parents, Delia is also survived by her sister, Vicky Hernandez, age 11. The family will receive friends from 2-3 PM Tuesday with a service to follow at 3 PM at Atchleyâ&...
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Harold L. Krombholz
June 9, 1920 - September 23, 2010
Harold L. Krombholz, age 90 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, September 23, 2010. Mr. Krombholz was born in Wisconsin in 1920. He was a graduate of Lee Edward High School in Asheville, NC and married Mary Kuykendall, from Asheville, in 1942. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving 1943-1946 in the Pacific Theater and participated in the staging for the Phillipine Invasion. He moved...
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James Madison Lamon
August 15, 1928 - August 20, 2010
James Madison Lamon, age 82, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Friday, August 20, 2010. He is survived by his children Cathy Sorrell, Robert Lamon, Pamela Lamon, Steven Lamon, Sheila Garcia and Bradley Lamon; grandchildren Jennifer and Jason, Beth, Holly, Katrina, Jacob, Crystal, Christian, Cord, Joshua, Nicholas, Jonathan, Seth, Jared, Rachel and Asher; great-grandchildren Jazzlyn, Preston, Will,...
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Margie M. Pancake
May 9, 1923 - August 15, 2010
Margie M. Pancake, age 87 of Gatlinburg, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2010, She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Pancake and son Bruce Pancake. Survivors include her son Gregory S. Pancake; grandchildren Mary Grace Pancake Pruitt and husband Ben, Blair Pancake and husband Wade, Debbie Pancake, Brook Pancake, and Alexis Pancake and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral service 2 PM...
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Deanna Ruth Funderburk
November 11, 1957 - June 29, 2010
Deanna Ruth Funderburk, age 52 of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2010. She was preceded in death by her sister Laurie Funderburk; grandparents Hazel and William Carver, Frank and Carolyn Funderburk; uncle Max Carver. Deanna is survived by her parents Alice and Bill Funderburk; brother Billy Funderburk, II; sister Rebecca Kirby; beloved nieces and nephews Felicia Funderburk, Billy...
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Drew Matthew LaFollette
April 18, 1974 - June 12, 2010
Drew Matthew LaFollette, 36, of Pigeon Forge, born April 18, 1974 in Anderson, SC, died on the afternoon of June 12, 2010 at home in Pigeon Forge, TN. Drew was preceded in death by his grandmother, Dorotha Cole and cousin, Nick Maples. Drew is survived by his children: Connor, Cole, Caden, and Julia Lafollette Parents: Rick and Karen McElyea Grandfather: D. L. Cole Brothers: Gary...
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Kenneth Mcmahan
July 15, 1932 - June 5, 2010
Kenneth McMahan, age 77, of Pigeon Forge, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth I. McMahan, parents Arley and Mae McMahan, stepfather Walter McMahan. Survivors: Sons and daughters-in-law: Kenneth C. and Pam McMahan, Michael W. and Lisa McMahan Grandchildren: Laura Parker and husband Brad, Kenny McMahan and wife Stacy, Alison Parsons and husband...
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Harry Pierce
January 9, 1933 - May 13, 2010
Harry Pierce, age 77 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2010. Mr. Pierce was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents Lonita and R.L. Pierce; sisters Elaine Cobb and Louise Susong; brothers Charles and Ray Pierce; special sister-in-law Jackie Minnich. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Bonnie M. Pierce; daughter and son-in-law Vicki and...
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Rhonda Faye Spurgeon
February 18, 1928 - May 5, 2010
Rhonda Faye Clark Spurgeon, age 82 of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2010. Born February 18, 1928 in Knoxville, she was the daughter of Fred Everitt Clark and Mary Ada Robertson Clark. Rhonda married Zachary T. Spurgeon, who died February 12, 1967 in Sevier County. She graduated from Pittman School and attended University of Tennessee. Before her children and in her widowhood she...
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James Jim Burnside
December 16, 1937 - April 23, 2010
James “Jim†Burnside, age 72 of Sevierville, passed away Friday, April 23, 2010. He was retired from Grimes Aerospace Center in Urbana, OH, and he owned and operated Ripplin’ Waters Campground in Sevierville. He was the son of the late Herman Burnside. Survivors include his: Wife: Charlotte Burnside; Children: Sherry Dillion of Urbana, OH...
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Grace L. Clabo
July 5, 1917 - March 31, 2010
Grace L. Clabo, age 92 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband Orville G. Clabo, daughter and son-in-law Bernice and Don McMahan, daughter-in-law Bertha Clabo and ten brothers and sisters. Survivors: Daughter and son-in-law: Edna and Dale Hedrick Son and daughter-in-law: Connie H. and Reba Clabo Grandchildren and spouses: Carol and Jim...
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Fred Albert Ogle
July 7, 1943 - March 22, 2010
Fred Albert Ogle, age 66 of Sevierville, passed away Monday, March 22, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Mary Ogle and brother Carl H. Ogle. Survivors: Brothers: George and Betty Ogle, Dwight and Violet Ogle, Ernest Ogle, and Ralph Ogle Sisters: Jane and David Beason, Pauline and Harold Spicer, Ruth and Carl Loveday and Kate Stinnett Several nieces and nephews, and great...
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Cassie Mae Rose Strickland
April 6, 1932 - March 22, 2010
Cassie M. (Rose) Strickland, age 77 of Sevierville, Tennessee passed away Monday, March 22, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a long time member of First United Methodist Church, Pigeon Forge. She retired from Dollywood in 1996. Mrs. Strickland was preceded in death by her husband Frederic E. Strickland. Survivors: Significant mate: Joseph Boulian; sons:...
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Parlon Richard Shorty Ogle
January 6, 1923 - February 12, 2010
Parlon Richard (Shorty) Ogle, age 87 of Pigeon Forge passed away Friday, February 12, 2010. He was a veteran of World War II. He was preceded in death by his children Rick and David Ogle and Deloris Williams, parents; Nick and Viola Ogle. Survivors: Wife: Hettie Ogle Children: Melvin, Mike and Carol Ogle, Judy McCarter Grandchildren: Denna Furgeson, J.J. Ogle, Jonathan Ogle, Jimmy Ogle,...
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Donna H. Dagley
August 5, 1956 - January 6, 2010
Donna Dagley, age 53 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2010. She was the owner of Donna’s Candles in Pigeon Forge. Survivors: Husband: Ken Dagley Sons: Trey Baggette and Scott Graves Mother: Lanell Rogers Brother: Lloyd Hewitt Sisters: Carol Britt, Debbie Smith and Lynette Poon The family will receive friends 5-7 PM Friday with memorial service to...
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Betty Faye Webb Rice
August 7, 1930 - November 9, 2009
Betty Faye Webb Rice, age 79 of Sevierville, went to be with Jesus on Monday, November 9, 2009. She was raised in the Sugarlands and Elkmont area of the great Smoky Mountain National Park. Mrs. Rice was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Annie Ogle; brothers Raymond, Roy, Clyde, and Bruce Ogle; and sisters Lola Cardwell, Mae Pulliam, and Frances “Nipâ€&...
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Dwayne Jonathan Duckworth
March 29, 1966 - October 29, 2009
Dwayne Jonathan Duckworth, age 43 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2009. He was devoted to his family and was a loving husband and father. Dwayne loved singing and was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing and many sports, his favorite being golf. He was preceded in death by his mother Marie Odom Duckworth. Survivors: Wife: Poppy Duckworth Sons: Devan Duckworth and Brett...
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James David J.D. Styles
September 1, 1926 - August 26, 2009
James David “J.D.†Styles, age 82 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2009. He was retired from the construction trade as a home builder. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruby Styles, mother Rachel Phillips, half-brother Glenn Phillips, step-brothers Zackie, Horace, Ken and Audris Phillips, and step-sister Ilone Gates. Survivors...
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Frank Columbus Cuneo
October 28, 1919 - July 22, 2009
Frank Columbus Cuneo, age 89 of Pompano Beach, FL, passed away July 22, 2009. Funeral service will be held 2 PM Wednesday in Atchley's Smoky Mountain Chapel with Father Jay Flaherty officiating. Interment will follow in Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens. (www.atchleyfuneralhome.com)
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Stella Judy Barton
March 5, 1944 - July 7, 2009
Stella J.â€Judy†Barton, age 65 of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (formerly of Decatur, Georgia) passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. She was born and raised in Roswell, Georgia. Judy enjoyed making exquisite, decorative candies. She was preceded in death by her mother Elvie Pruitt; sister and brother-in-law Bea and E.J. Oliver;...
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Natalie Tillie Michea Ellis
June 13, 2009
Natalia ''Tillie'' Michea Ellis, 95, died Saturday, June 13, 2009 in Cary, NC. She was a resident of Sevierville for over 25 years, moving to the area when her husband, Vincent Ellis, became Superintendent of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 1972, and remaining after his death in 1978. A memorial service to celebrate Tillie's life will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, July 28th at Atchley...
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Sylvia Lee King McCarter
October 19, 1916 - June 6, 2009
Sylvia Lee McCarter, age 92 of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2009 at Sevier County Health Care Center. She was a member of Huskey’s Grove Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by: her husband, Buford Kelly McCarter; parents, Victor & Lula King; daughter, Jackie Minnich; granddaughter, Tammy Renee Minnich; and sisters, Thelma Maples, Mae Reagan, Blanche...
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Verlis Ownby
August 8, 1924 - May 18, 2009
Verlis Ownby, age 84, of Sevierville, passed away Monday, May 18, 2009. Mr. Ownby served in the Civilian Conservation Corps, World War II, and retired from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park Service. He was preceded in death by his wife Hazel Ogle Ownby; parents Matt and Mary L. Ownby; sisters Pearl Franklin, Rose Grooms, Ainer Maples; and brothers Lewis and Homer Ownby. Survivors...
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Betty Coss
January 8, 1922 - April 8, 2009
Betty Coss, age 87 of Pigeon Forge, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, April 8, 2009. She was born in Wartrace, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde (Bud) Coss. Survivors include her: Daughter and son-in-law: Dianne and Don Bowen Sons and daughters-in-law: David Coss, Mike and Debbie Coss, Richard and Sylvia Coss 6 Grandchildren 3 Great Grandchildren 6 Step...
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Frank Willard Ogle
January 5, 1925 - April 6, 2009
Frank Willard Ogle, age 84 of Sevierville, passed away Monday, April 6, 2009. He was preceded in death by his son Roger Max Ogle, mother Cora McFalls, father Dewey Ogle, step-mother Ethel Ogle, brother Jerry Ogle, and sister Hazel Ownby. Survivors: Wife: Alice Ogle Daughter: Sandra Gail Ogle Son: Steven Ogle and wife Belinda Grandchildren: Rocky J. Ogle, Jonathan Ogle Shultz and wife...
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Susan Colleen Quinn
March 17, 1959 - March 3, 2009
Susan Colleen Quinn, age 49 of Gatlinburg, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009. She was preceded in death by father Arthur Wallace Quinn, grandmother Jesse Vance, and brother Ben Quinn. Survivors: Son: Christopher Michael Lile and fiancée Tera Adkins Daughter and son-in-law: Autumn Christine and husband Waldo Garcia Grandchildren: Christopher Michael Lile II, Lia Rylee Lile,...
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Grace Midge Hicks
December 10, 1921 - November 28, 2008
Grace “Midge†Reagan Hicks, age 86 of Sevierville, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2008. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Gatlinburg. She was born and lived in Gatlinburg all her life and was a tireless business woman in the tourist industry. She enjoyed fishing, playing the guitar, bowling and did not take up golf until her later years and then...
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Johannes Neuteboom
April 21, 1922 - November 15, 2008
Johannes Neuteboom, age 86, of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pigeon Forge. He worked for Shell Oil Company and enjoyed reading and computer activities. Survivors: Wife: Sieta Neuteboom Daughters and son-in-law: Antje Weisman, Cobie and Fred Steers Grandchildren: Tim and Sara Wallace, Paul and Amanda Wallace,...
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Hazel B. Ownby
January 19, 1923 - October 27, 2008
Hazel B. Ownby, age 85, of Sevierville, passed away October 27, 2008. She was a member of Glades Lebanon Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by: her father, Dewey Ogle; mother, Cora; step-mother, Ethel; and brother, Jerry Ogle. Survived by: Husband: Verlis Ownby Daughter & Sons-in-law: Glenda Bean & husband Ben, and Rita Lancaster & husband Tom Grandchildren: Keith Bean, Mike...
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Robert Rob H. Ellison
March 4, 1924 - October 22, 2008
Robert H. “Rob†Ellison, age 84 of Kingsport died Wednesday October 22, 2008 at his home. He lived in Sevierville most of his life, moving to Kingsport 2 years ago. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Nannie Ellison, wife Rosa Lee and son Robert L. Ellison. Survivors: Daughter: Faye Powell and husband Bob of Kingsport Son: Ray Ellison and...
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Lyda Sue Robertson Householder
November 18, 1911 - October 8, 2008
Lyda Sue Robertson Householder age 96 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at Pigeon Forge Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry Householder, parents F. M. Robertson and Sarah Rambo Robertson, sons M.T. and David Householder, brothers Claude, Marion, Tip, and Emert Robertson,...
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Woodrow Wilson Oakley
August 14, 1913 - October 5, 2008
Woodrow Wilson Oakley, age 95 of Redford, Michigan, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2008. Mr. Oakley attended Berea College, where he was a championship swimmer. In WWII he served in the Philippines in the United States Navy, Seabees Division and received the Bronze Star. He was the son of the late Wiley Oakley “Roamin' Man of the Mountains†and Rebecca Ogle...
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Mattie Roberts Trentham Daugherty
January 11, 1918 - October 2, 2008
Mattie Roberts Trentham Daugherty, age 90 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2008 at Ft. Sanders-Sevier Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by husbands Inman L. Trentham and William Daugherty, father and mother Fred and Nellie Roberts, son-in-law Jerry Dodgen, granddaughter Rhonda Trentham, sisters Robbie Knight and Georgia Sanders, and...
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Ella Whaley Reagan
September 21, 1929 - August 22, 2008
Ella Whaley Reagan age 78 of Sevierville, passed away Friday, August 22, 2008. Mrs Reagan and her family owned and operated Green Valley Restaurant, Gift Shop and Motel for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents Manley and Ida Whaley, husband James Ralph Reagan, daughters; Glenda Faye Reagan, Katrina Reagan Wilson, Survivors: Children: Ralph Edward Reagan and wife Pam,...
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Carrie Lea Benson
June 30, 1922 - April 9, 2008
Carrie Lea Benson, age 85 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was preceded in death by her husband Clyde R. Benson. Survivors: Son: Bob Benson Sisters: Willie Cobb and husband Charlie, Joyce Norton, Georgia Mason Sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Jessica and Ray Benson, Lois Garrett The family...
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Mary Matsunaga Reagan
January 18, 1929 - March 18, 2008
Mrs. Mary Matsunaga Reagan, age 79 of McDonough, GA, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at the Sacred Journey Hospice in Georgia. Mrs. Reagan, the widow of the late Earl Emil Reagan, was born January 18, 1929 in Fulton County, GA, daughter of the late Shiro Matsunaga and Maybelle Eaton Matsunaga. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church. Survivors include her: Daughter and son-in...
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Reva Corda Watson Lewis
September 7, 1921 - March 17, 2008
Reva C. Watson Lewis, age 86 of Gatlinburg, passed away Monday, March 17, 2008. She was a member of Roaring Fork Baptist Church. Mrs. Lewis was a pastry chef for Mountain View Hotel, Hayes House, Burning Bush and Battles Grocery. She was preceded in death by her parents Ashley L. and Lillie Watson; husband Felix Gilbert Lewis; son Murphy D. Lewis. Survivors: Sons and daughters-in-law:...
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Grover C. Williams
December 29, 1912 - March 12, 2008
Grover C. Williams, age 95 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife Opal Williams, grandson Raymond Williams, step-daughter Nancy Hall, and brothers Floyd, Carl, and Horace Williams. Survivors include his: Son: Clarence Williams Step-son: Charles Wiley Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren, step-great...
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James Edsel Warren
May 13, 1924 - March 12, 2008
James Edsel Warren, age 83 of Kodak, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008. He was a graduate of University of Tennessee in Knoxville and was a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr. Warren worked for McDermott Inc. in Connecticut as a chemical engineer. Survivors include his wife Zella Warren and loving family members and friends. The family will receive friends 12 – 1 PM...
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Kate Trentham Stogner
October 15, 1914 - March 11, 2008
Kate Trentham Stogner, age 93 of Rogersville, Tennessee, born October 15, 1914 in Gatlinburg, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 11, 2008. Kate Stogner was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years Reverend James Hulett (J.H.) Stogner, parents Noah and Mary Jane Ogle Carr Trentham, brother Harmon Trentham, and several half-brothers and half-sisters. Kate worked at...
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Katie R. Holland
March 28, 1925 - March 9, 2008
Katie Holland, age 82, of Gatlinburg, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2008. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Holland; son, Michael Holland; grandson, David Bingham; and brother, Joseph Ervin. Survivors: Daughter and son-in-law: Vernie Bingham and husband James Grandchildren: Mark Bingham, Michelle Johnson and husband Charlie,...
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Katherine L. Snell
August 7, 1926 - March 1, 2008
Katherine Snell, 81 of Sevierville passed away Saturday. She was a beloved wife and mother. Survivors: Husband: Thomas Snell Daughter: Carol Kangal Son and daughter-in-law: Clifford and Jessica Snell Grandchildren: Thomas Snell, Marsha Phillips and Greg Snell Step grandchildren: Aeriel and Daniel Holmberg Special friend: Betty Thompson Funeral service 10 AM Tuesday at Atchleyâ&...
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Wilma Kathryn Hunt
May 28, 1916 - February 3, 2008
Wilma Kathryn Hunt, age 91, of Gatlinburg, passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2008. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Gatlinburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Hunt; and her parents, Paul and Grace Henley. She is survived by: Sons: Davie Lee Hunt and wife Anne; and Gary W. Hunt Grandchildren: Gregory Hunt, Lisa Agnew, John Hunt, Martha Danvir, and...
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Mary Alice Owensby
November 4, 1915 - January 22, 2008
Mary Alice Owensby, age 92 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2008. She was a member of Roaring Fork Baptist Church. Mary Alice was a life long resident of Sevier County. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed greatly by everyone who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mother and father Joe and Callie Cole, husband Robert Owensby, daughter Relda...
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James Robert Buddy Harper
August 27, 1927 - January 5, 2008
James Robert (Buddy) Harper, age 80, of Sevierville, passed away Saturday, January 05, 2008. Mr. Harper was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Pigeon Forge and worked at Cherokee Textile Mills for 47 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, S.D. and Zola Petty Harper, sisters, Devona Trentham, Sonja Pace, and brother, Clyde Harper. ...
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Bertha Kate Clabo
August 6, 1940 - December 25, 2007
Bertha Kate Clabo, age 67, of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2007. She was a member of Big Greenbriar Primitive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Lonzo Carver, father-in-law, Orville Clabo, and brother, Bobby Howard Carver. Survivors: Husband: Connie H. Clabo Sons and daughters-in-law: Russell Clabo and wife Connie, Mack Clabo and wife Lisa ...
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Gladys Gay Young
January 13, 1938 - December 20, 2007
Gladys Gay Young, of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2007. Survivors: Husband: Burton W. Young, Sr. Children: Judy Ayers and husband Lanny, Ricky McGuire and wife Erica, Michael Mcguire and wife Sandra Kay, Tanyia Smith and husband Ed Step-children: Burton W. Young, Jr. and wife Kim, Sheila Dawn McMackins and husband Mark 11 Grandchildren 3 Step-grandchildren 12...
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Mattie Lou Kerr
March 10, 1935 - December 7, 2007
Mattie Lou Kerr, age 72 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Friday, December 7, 2007. She was preceded in death by her sisters Kate Metcalf, Bessie Bohanan, and Emelee Metcalf, brothers and sisters-in-law Hugh and Ella Mae Metcalf, Gene and Georgia Metcalf, Raymond Metcalf, and Earnest Metcalf, and nephew Billy Metcalf. Her survivors include her: Companion: Junior (J.R.) Parton, Jr. Son and...
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Juanita Ruth Ward
February 6, 1925 - December 4, 2007
Juanita Ruth Ward, age 82 of Sevierville, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 4, 2007. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Survivors: Children: Sylvia and Dee Compton, Larry Ward, Dale and Brenda Ward, Jerry and Toby Ward Sixteen grandchildren Twenty-six great-grandchildren Three great-great-grandchildren Funeral service 7 PM Wednesday in Atchley’s Smoky...
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Chef Paul Senechal
April 6, 1936 - October 28, 2007
Chef Paul Senechal, age 71, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2007 at his home in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Chef Paul was best known for his authentic Italian cuisine and famous garlic rolls. Born in Berkley, Massachusetts, he was the son of an Italian restaurant and baking family. Chef Paul was the personal chef to General Westmoreland during the Vietnam War. He later worked in well known Italian...
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Robert B. Branstner
May 27, 1933 - October 6, 2007
Robert B. “Papa Joe” Branstner, age 74 of Dandridge formerly of Pigeon Forge, passed away Saturday, October 6, 2007 at his home. He served honorably with the U.S. Army during Korea, he retired from Chrysler Corp. as a personnel executive. “Papa Joe” was a dedicated supporter of his grandchildren’s activities. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruno and...
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Joel Maynard Throop
July 20, 1954 - October 2, 2007
Joel Maynard Throop, age 53 of Pigeon Forge, passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2007. He was a beloved father, son, brother, and grandfather and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Survivors: Children: Julie Newton and husband Rusty, Jason Throop and wife Paula, Pam Smith and husband Joe, Amanda Throop, Joel Throop Grandchildren: Alex, Jacob, and Mason Newton, Savannah, Zachary, and...
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Hazel Mize Harmon
April 9, 1916 - September 27, 2007
Hazel Mize Harmon, age 91 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husbands Oscar Mize and Carlos Harmon; brother Clarence Rose; sister Agnes Brock. Survivors: Daughters and sons-in-law: Ruby and Charles Prince, Betty and Edward Mayfield, Ruth and Glenn Wilson Son: Johnny L. Mize Several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great...
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Nan Elizabeth Whaley
September 10, 1935 - September 17, 2007
Nan Elizabeth Whaley, age 72 of Sevierville, passed away Monday, September 17, 2007. She was of the Primitive Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe “Rabbit” Whaley, son Joe O. Whaley, father H.H. McNeil, and mother Marjorie Banister. She is survived by her: Daughter and son-in-law: Deborah and Charles Beck Grandchildren: Chris Whaley, Krystal Whaley,...
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Grace Bales Barker
June 30, 1924 - September 16, 2007
Grace Bales Barker, age 83 of Gatlinburg went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday September 16, 2007 after a brave bout with cancer. She was of the Baptist Faith and a native of the Great Smoky Mountains. She was preceded in death by her parents Isham and Mary (Mertie) Bales, brothers, Carl, and Garfield Bales, sister, Mabel Moore, husband, Irwin Barker, and daughter, Bonita Shults. ...
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