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GRACE S. KILE

After a full and wonderful life, Grace S. Kile, born June 2, 1922, passed away peacefully May 13, 2018, just short of her 96th birthday.

“Amazing Grace,” as we came to call her, was truly a member of the Greatest Generation.

The second youngest of five children born to Mary and Henry Spengler, Grace began a life-long adventure in 1943, traveling from upstate New York to join her sister in East Tennessee. Originally from Syracuse, N.Y., Grace had recently graduated from the Eastman School of Dental Hygiene and had procured her first job before her sister, Gladys, called and changed her plans. Gladys, an employee of the Manhattan Company, contacted Grace and advised her that all manner of medical personnel were needed in a secret city near Knoxville; she couldn’t give her a phone number or address – this, of course, was for the Manhattan Project. The tiny, blue-eyed blonde soon traveled to Knoxville, waiting overnight at the bus station until she was picked up by her sister the following day.

In 1945, Grace met a young veterinarian from Ohio on a blind date and they married within a year. The following year, Patrice, the first of seven children was born. Somehow Grace always managed to balance the needs of her growing family with a busy social life. She and Jim loved to dance. She loved to garden, decorate the home that she and Jim built together, stay up on the latest fashions, and collect antiques. Grace was very active in civic matters; she was a troop leader for Camp Fire Girls and Girl Scouts, a founding member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and an active member and past president of the Timely Topics Club in Clinton. In addition, she was also active in both the Rotary and the American Veterinary Medical Association auxiliary groups.

The adventures of Grace and Jim started during World War II and continued throughout their long lives. They were blessed with a wonderful family and some of the very best friends that life has to offer. Though Grace had to say goodbye to so many of her friends during her life, they lived on in the many happy memories and stories that were often talked about and told by her. Grace’s family and friends, along with her deep Catholic faith, sustained her. She loved God, her family, and Notre Dame football, and it showed. She will be sorely missed and heartily remembered.

Mrs. Kile was preceded in death by: Husband, Dr. James C. Kile Jr.; sister, Sr. Gladys Spengler; brother, Bud Spengler; brother, Jack Spengler; sister, Jean Milligan; and son-in-law Adair Hotchkiss.

She is survived by: Daughter, Patrice Kile of Rockwood; daughter, Debbie Hotchkiss of Oak Ridge; son, Dorn Kile (Laura) of Clinton; daughter, Kathleen Cullen (Jim) of Cypress, Texas; son, Dr. James C. Kile, III (Tram) of Decatur, Ga.; son, Kevin Kile of Marietta, Ga.; daughter, Carolyn Thomas (David) of Peachtree City, Ga.; 13 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

We would like to thank all the caregivers at Arbor Terrace Peachtree City and Southern Grace Hospice for the loving care they provided over the past few years and months.

The family reception of friends was held Thursday, May 17, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oak Ridge, followed by a funeral Mass and burial at the Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers you may choose to make a contribution to the St. Mary’s Catholic School of Oak Ridge (www.school.stmarysoakridge.org), or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, (www.stjude.org)

WINIFRED CLOWERS NELSON

Winifred Clowers Nelson, age 93, of Lake City, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at her residence. She was born June 22, 1924 in Loudon to the late Earnest and Pearl Giles Clowers. Winifred was a member of the Clinch River Baptist Church. She loved her grandkids, people and the family realty business.

Winifred is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Sam Nelson, Sr., brother, J.B. Clowers and sister, Louise.

Survivors: Sons, Clyde Nelson and Glenda, Kingston, Ronnie Nelson, Lake City, Barry Nelson, Lake City, brothers, Kyle Clowers, Larry Clowers, sisters, Imogene Kittrell, Maxine Dunn, Jerri Breeden, Lila Lee Alexander, grandchildren, David Neal, Darren Nelson, Brent Nelson, Michael Nelson, and 10 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m., Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service will follow at 5 p.m. in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Webster and Rev. Tom Byrge officiating.

Interment will follow the Funeral Service at the Leach Cemetery in Lake City.

You may also view Winifred’s guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com.

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.

CHARLES J. “CHUCK” MOSLEY

Charles J. “Chuck” Mosley, age 49, passed away on May 12, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family after a long courageous battle with cancer. Chuck was a proud, loving, father, husband, and friend. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Chuck was a faithful Christian who never strayed away from God and held steadfast to his faith. Chuck always made people smile and laugh; his smile was contagious. He had a big impact on many, many peoples’ lives and touched a lot of people. Chuck was truly a great man and will be missed by many. Chuck loved flying RC planes with his son, four-wheeling, fishing, hunting, playing horseshoes, reading his bible, visiting with family and friends, and spending every second possible with his wife and children. He also loved giving advice to anyone willing to listen.

He was preceded in death by his father, Garry Lynn Mosley; grandparents, Charlie and Susie Mosley and Teddy and Emma West; father-in-law, James Fritts; aunts, Linda Mosley, Verlie Yarber, Vada Poore, Vena Mowery, and Virgie Carr; uncles, Vester West, Vaughn West, Virdith West, and Virgil West and very special uncle, Charles (Uncle Butch) Mosley Jr.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kisha Mosley; children, Braxton Mosley and Ariel and Nathan McHenry all of Oliver Springs; mother, Vivian Mosley of Rocky Top; brother, Greg Mosley and wife Anna of Rocky Top; sister, Kristy Braden and husband Tyler of Rocky Top; very special aunts, Patricia Mosley of Oliver Springs and Mary Harmon of Clinton; two wonderful mothers-in-law, Ann Townsend of Oliver Springs and Annette Fritts of Maryville; brother-in-law, Warren Fritts of Oliver Springs; sister-in-law, Tessa Seiber and husband Jason of Coalfield; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; special friends, Robert and Kathy Jones and their family, Jason Seiber, Chad White, Pat Neland, David and Regenia Phillips, Tim and Jennifer Ward, Glenn and Georgetta Marlow, Gary Montgomery, and Brad Webb.

Chuck’s family will receive his friends on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at Jones Mortuary in Clinton with his Celebration of Life immediately following at 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Jones Mortuary. All other services for Chuck will be private. Jones Mortuary in Clinton will be in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com

NOLAN PARROTT

Nolan Parrott, 88, passed away May 11, 2018, at his home surrounded by family.

He is now rejoicing in Heaven.

He was in the Army during the Korean war. He was a faithful member and Deacon at Edgemoore Baptist Church for 56 years. He worked for Union Carbide Y-12 for 41 years as a sheet metal worker, he retired in 1995. After retirement he loved to piddle around the barn on small projects, and loved working in the yard with his flowers. He also enjoyed traveling with his best friend and partner in crime, wife Mary Lou. They visited all 50 states and seven foreign countries.

He was preceded in death by: Parents, Newton and Salley Parrott; brother, J.T. Parrott; sister, Elizabeth Nance; and son-in-law, Jimmy Silcox.

He is survived by: Wife of 64 years, Mary Lou Parrott; daughters, Kathie and husband Mike Hensley, and Debbie Silcox; son, Dr. Tim Parrott and wife Rachel; grandkids, Jimmy Allan Silcox, Travis and wife Amanda Silcox, Heather Scudder, Amber and husband Bo Pebley, Amanda and husband Brandon Godsey, Eric and wife Niki Hensley, Matthew Parrott, and Gary and wife Tamara Monday; along with 16 great-grandkids.

We would also like to thank Covenant Hospice, especially Angie T.

The family received friends from 3 – 6 p.m. Monday. May 14, 2018, at Edgemoor Baptist Church with the Rev. Rick Miller and the Rev. Charles Fritts officiating, interment followed at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Anderson County Education Foundation Teacher Depot, or Edgemoor Baptist Church Bus Fund.

Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.

www.Holleygamble.com

PAUL FRANKLIN HUNLEY

Paul Franklin Hunley, age 77, of Lake City, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 11, 2018. Paul was born on March 5, 1941 in Lake City to the late Otha and Flossie Martin Hunley. Paul was a Baptist Minister who pastored numerous churches in Campbell County. He was a hard worker and a devoted minister. Paul loved music and his family.

In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his wife, M. Inez Taylor Hunley, brother, James Hunley, and sisters, Louise Hunley, and Loucille Dabney.

Survivors: Daughter, Sarah Hunley of Oliver Springs, brother, John Hunley and Brenda of Lake City, sister, Mildred Slover of Lake City, and a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing.

Visitation was from 5-7 p.m., Monday, May 14, 2018 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City and funeral service followed in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel.

Family and friends met at Hatmaker Funeral Home at 10:15 a.m., on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 and went in procession to the Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City for an 11 a.m. graveside service with Military Honors presented by the Campbell County Honor Guard.

ROBERTA (LUCY) DERR

Roberta (Lucy) Derr, 58, Clinton, passed away Friday, May 11, 2018, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center after a long battle with cancer.

She was born Aug. 6, 1959, in Adrain, Mich.

Lucy was preceded in death by: Mother Asenath Rowley Belcher and father David Rowley Sr., with both sets of grandparents; brother, Allen Belcher; and sister, Vivian Fox.

She is survived by: Husband of 40 years, Ricky Derr; sisters, Helen Reeder and husband Paul of Grand Rapids, Mich., Barbara Early of Andersonville, Patty Breeden of Rocky Top; brothers, David Rowley Jr of Andersonville, Benjamin Belcher and wife Corina of Devel Lake, Mich.; stepbrother, Jimmy Rowley; stepsisters, Chris Scriver of Caryville. and Mary Davis of Athens, stepfather. Lafayett (Tiny) Belcher and wife Marcia of Briceville; several aunts, uncles, and cousins of Michigan; and lots of nieces, nephews, and lots of special friends.

Roberta’s memorial service will be held at Vasper Missionary Baptist Church, where she attended church, 289 Old Vasper Road, Caryville, at 2 p.m. June 1, 2018, with the Rev. David Seals officiating.

ROBERTA (LUCY) DERR

Roberta (Lucy) Derr, 58, Clinton, passed away Friday, May 11, 2018, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center after a long battle with cancer.

She was born Aug. 6, 1959, in Adrain, Mich.

Lucy was preceded in death by: Mother Asenath Rowley Belcher and father David Rowley Sr., with both sets of grandparents; brother, Allen Belcher; and sister, Vivian Fox.

She is survived by: Husband of 40 years, Ricky Derr; sisters, Helen Reeder and husband Paul of Grand Rapids, Mich., Barbara Early of Andersonville, Patty Breeden of Rocky Top; brothers, David Rowley Jr of Andersonville, Benjamin Belcher and wife Corina of Devel Lake, Mich.; stepbrother, Jimmy Rowley; stepsisters, Chris Scriver of Caryville. and Mary Davis of Athens, stepfather. Lafayett (Tiny) Belcher and wife Marcia of Briceville; several aunts, uncles, and cousins of Michigan; and lots of nieces, nephews, and lots of special friends.

Roberta's memorial service will be held at Vasper Missionary Baptist Church, where she attended church, 289 Old Vasper Road, Caryville, at 2 p.m. June 1, 2018, with the Rev. David Seals officiating.

RONALD MACH COLEMAN

Ronald Mach Coleman, 73, formerly of Anderson County, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Thursday, May 10, 2018.

He proudly served our country for more than 20 years, and worked in the medical field until he retired.

Survivors: Children, Cindy McCullar of Clinton; son, Chuck Coleman (Brenda) of Mississippi, daughter, Jennifer Keener (Marvin) of Cleveland; grandchildren, Scott, Cody, Zoe, Dalton, Miranda, C. J., Chris, Caleb, Zachery and Josh; one great-grandson, Alex.

A memorial services will be held at a later date.