IRENE VIRGINIA DAVIS BLEVINS
February 17, 2019
Irene Virginia Davis Blevins, Clinton, passed away Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Irene was born in Bland County, Va., on Dec. 16, 1923, to Andrew William Davis and Mary Parcell Davis. She grew up on the Davis farm in Giles County, Va., overlooking the Appalachian Trail and the New River.
On Feb. 19, 1944, Irene married Archie Blevins and in 1954 they moved to Oak Ridge, where they were lifelong members of Glenwood Baptist Church. They reared three daughters, by whom she is survived: Wanda Olson (Bob) of Oak Ridge, Carol Broughton of Clinton, and Linda Killion of Clinton. She is also survived by: Sister, Doris Davis of Ripplemead, Va.; and a sister-in-law, Johanna Davis of Danville, Va
Irene’s five granddaughters, Suzzette Grayson of Clinton, Paige Penland of Decatur, Ga., Cher Price (Troy) of Clinton, Beth Penland of Atlanta, Ga., and Kym Stone of Knoxville, share many Granny Irene experiences and stories.
She is survived by: Great-grandchildren, Brandi, Brittny, and Brenden Grayson of Clinton, Ches Thibodeaux of Decatur, Ga., and Macy and Bailey Price of Clinton. She also is survived by: Great-great-grandchildren, Sage and Za’Leya; and several nieces and nephews.
Irene was preceded in death by: Parents; husband; sisters, Macie Griffith and Margaret Dudley; brothers, Hubert, Frank, Wayne and Charlie Davis; brothers-in-law, Green Griffith and Berkley Dudley; nephew, Roger Griffith; and sons-in-law, Sam Morrison, Joseph Penland, Challis Broughton and Mike Killion.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, who treated Irene and her family with compassion and love during her last days.
The family will receive friends from 1 – 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, on what would have been Irene and Archie’s 75th wedding anniversary.
A private graveside service will be held at Oak Ridge Memorial Park.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Second Harvest Food Bank, 136 Harvest Ln, Maryville, TN 37801.
IMOGENE ‘JEAN’ PEARSON
February 16, 2019
Imogene “Jean” Pearson, 91, Oak Ridge, passed away Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at Canterfield of Oak Ridge.
She was a member of Clinton First Baptist Church and was a librarian with the Clinton City Schools for approximately 25 years. She enjoyed golf, traveling and spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by: Husband, Ralph Pearson; parents, Charlie and Bessie Billings; and brothers, Delfus, Romaine, and Charles Billings.
She is survived by: Daughters, Marcia (David) Fair of Cleveland, and Teri Pearson of Knoxville; grandchildren, Brent (Anna) Fair and Brooke (Jared) Smith both of Cleveland; great-grandchildren, Parker Smith, Davis Fair, Jackson and Carson Baxter; along with several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Canterfield of Oak Ridge and UT Hospice for their love and care.,
The family will receive friends from 10 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, in the chapel of Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton with services to follow at 11 a.m. The Rev. Terry Baker officiating. A private burial will follow at Grandview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church for the charity of your choice.
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HENRY ‘H.P.’ PRESTON DUNCAN
February 15, 2019
Henry "H.P." Preston Duncan, 85, Briceville, passed away Feb. 15, 2019, at his residence.
H.P. was a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church and was of the Baptist faith. H.P. enjoyed puzzles, whittling, and gardening. He also loved his church and his Lodge (Crystal Lodge #616).
He was preceded by: Parents; wife, Mary Ellen "Pete" Duncan; daughter, Nadine York; sons, Carl and David Duncan; grandchildren, David L. Duncan, Brittany (Nikki) Duncan, Amanda F. Mowery; sisters, Mary Haun, Hazel Chase; and brother, Jimmy Duncan.
Survived by: Son, Hubert Duncan; daughters, Becky and Caney Terry, Nancy and Jack Young, Trina Duncan, Jennifer Harness; sisters, Geneva Williams, Reva June Duncan; 18 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation was from 5 – 7 p.m. Monday Feb. 18, 2019, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel. A Masonic Service began at 7 p.m.
Funeral service followed after Masonic Service with the Rev. J.J. Patterson officiating.
Family and friends met at Hatmaker Funeral Home at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, to go in procession to Norris Memorial Gardens for an 11 a.m. interment.
JOSEPHINE ‘JO’ CHILDRESS RUTHERFORD
February 15, 2019
Josephine “Jo” Childress Rutherford, 93, Clinton, passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at Parkwest Medical Center.
She was a member of Clinton Church of Christ.
Preceded in death by: Husband, Carl Rutherford; parents, Clarence and Effie Childress; brothers, Irby and Leonard Childress; and sister, Subie Knight.
She is survived by: Daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Steve Long of Clinton; grandchildren, Brandi Boshears and husband Andrew, and Staci Lollar; great-grandchildren, Rylan Boshears and Pierson and Greyson Lollar; niece, Dianne Apple; great-niece and nephew, Kristen Winters and Kirk Graves; and devoted friend, Diana Thomason.
A special thank you to the staff of Morning Pointe Assisted Living for their love and care for Jo’s over the last 6 years.
A private funeral service will be held Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, with interment following in Grandview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jo’s name to the Pat Summitt Foundation, 520 West Summit Hill Drive, Suite 1101; Knoxville, TN 37902 or Jones Mission Fund C/O Clinton Church of Christ; P. O Box 294; Clinton, TN 37717.
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WILBIA PHILLIPS BUNCH
February 13, 2019
Wilbia Phillips Bunch, 74, Lake City, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at Select Specialty Hospital in Knoxville.
She was born in Fratersville to the late Ike and Mary Jane Patterson Phillips on Oct. 11, 1944. Wilbia was a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church. She enjoyed scrapbooking and going to church.
In addition to her parents, Wilbia was preceded in death by: Husband of 53 years, Frank Bunch; and daughter, Cheryl Bunch.
Survivors: Son, Gary Bunch of Clinton; brothers, B.R. Phillips and Julia Fay of Clinton, Laymon Phillips and Rose of Fratersville; sister, Dessie Gibson of Lake City; grandchildren, Dustin, Holly, Corey, Chloe, Austin, Nitsua, and Carter; six great-grandchildren; and a host of many cousins, family and friends.
Visitation will be from 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, at Hatmaker Funeral Home.
Funeral service is at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel.
Family and friends will meet at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 18, 2019, at Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City for a graveside service.
You may also view Wilbia’s guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.
SAMMIE RUTH WALKER DAKE
February 10, 2019
Sammie Ruth Walker Dake, 71, Heiskell, passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Mrs. Dake was a member of Greenway Baptist Church in Wolf Valley and retired from Rex Nord in Clinton. She loved reading her Bible, playing computer games, and taking care of her family.
Preceded in death by: Husband, Donald Dake; parents, Owen and Irene Walker; and sisters, Ollie Hooks and Shirley Sands.
She is survived by: Children, Donna Dake, Reatha (James) Hall, Sarah Brooks and William Ralph Dake; grandchildren, Shanon Conner, Cody Conner and Taylor Guffey, and Tyler Davis; great-grandchild, Journey Guffey; brothers, William (Barbara) Walker and Bob Walker; sisters, Martha (David) Myers and Vivian Kelley; brother-in-law, Dale Dake; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 13, 2019, in the chapel of Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.
Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m.
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EDIA MAE HATMAKER
February 10, 2019
Edia Mae Hatmaker, 73, Briceville, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019.
Edia was born on May 9, 1945, in Briceville to the late Urshey and Sarah (Vandergriff) Wilson. She was a member of Tennessee Hollow Baptist Church. Sue loved being outdoors, spending time with family and reading.
In addition to her parents, Edia was preceded in death by her brothers, A.Z., Buddy, Arnold and J.D. Wilson.
She is survived by: Husband, David of Briceville; son, David Wayne of Alabama; daughters, Dawn Guffey and Bruce of Andersonville, Baleria Roach of Briceville, Stacey Hatmaker of Clinton, Rachel Jenkins and Brian of Lake City; brothers, Harold Wilson and Kay of Spencer, J.C. Wilson of Briceville; sister, Mary Ellen McMahan of Lake City; 10 grandchildren; great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
Funeral service will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dusty Brock and the Rev. Johnny Owens officiating.
Friends and Family will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, to go in funeral procession to the Seeber Cemetery, Briceville, for an 11 a.m. graveside service.
ANN RUTH NYGARD
February 8, 2019
Ann Ruth Nygard, 91, Oak Ridge, passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2019, at Summit View of Farragut.
She was born Sept. 9, 1927, in Shelbyville.She was the daughter of George Wesley Armstrong and Katie Virginia Gregory Armstrong. She moved with her parents to Oak Ridge in 1944 and was a 1945 graduate of Oak Ridge High School. She was a member of Clinton Church of Christ, and enjoyed working alongside her husband at Hillbrook Christian Camp and its summer programs for youth. She was a sweet, caring lady, and a loving mother.
Mrs. Nygard was preceded in death by: Husband of 51 years, Myron (Mike) Nygard; parents; and all of her eight siblings.
Mrs. Nygard is survived by: Two daughters, Kathy Caudle and husband Rick of Farragut, and Pam Nygard of Oak Ridge; two sons, Jim Nygard and wife Lois, and Marty Nygard and wife April, all of Oak Ridge; she is also survived by five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home Clinton from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019.
A graveside service will be held at Oak Ridge Memorial Park at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
The family asks that any memorials to be made to Hillbrook Christian Camp, in care of Herman Herren, 712 Riverbend Road, Clinton, TN 37716.
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