RITA SMITH BOWERS
June 20, 2018
Rita Smith Bowers, 87, Claxton, passed away from this life after a short illness June 20, 2018.
Rita was a dedicated homemaker, a talented seamstress, and an excellent and widely appreciated cook. Over the years, she was also known as a creative decorator and hostess for elaborate affairs. Rita was a friend to many who dearly loved her. She was deeply devoted to her family who benefited from her talents and dedication to them. Her life was given in service to her family and she labored long and hard to make life better for each and every one of her family.
Rita was a lifelong member of the Christian Church but in later years was affiliated and attended Edgemoor Baptist Church of Claxton. She was a longtime member of the Claxton Optimist Club, volunteering to serve the education community and community food baskets for many years. In addition, she was involved in numerous community and school support projects.
Rita was preceded in death by: Parents, Elijah Lorenza Smith and Mamie Richardson Smith; sisters, Marilyn Smith McKinney, Geraldine Smith McGee; and loving and devoted husband of 57 years, Bill Cleveland Bowers.
She is survived by: Daughter, Caroline Bowers (Steve) Brown of Lebanon; granddaughter, Erin Turner Brown of Nashville; sister, Barbara (Bruce) Buchanan of Burlington, N.C.; sister, Betty (Perry) Lawing of Marion, N.C.; brother, James (Betty) Smith, of Salisbury, N.C.; sister-in-law, Ida Bowers of Johnson City; as well as a number of nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held at Edgemoor Baptist Church, Claxton, from 4 – 6 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2018. Funeral services will be held at her childhood home church, Minneapolis Christian Church, Minneapolis, N.C., at 11 a.m. Tuesday June 27, 2018. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Johnson City.
Honorary Pallbearers are Perry Lawing, Bruce Buchanan, Mike Lawing, Steve Brown, Jim Smith, Steve Burnette, and Charles Chandler.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Minneapolis Christian Church, PO Box 58, Minneapolis, N.C., 28652-0058
EVERT DeVENTE
June 20, 2018
Evert DeVente went home to his Lord surrounded by his family June 20, 2018.
He was born in Oegstgeest, Holland, in 1944 and was raised in Ede, Holland. He was the third of eight children born to Gerrit and Janna DeVente. In 1957, the DeVente family immigrated to the United States, sponsored by the Fourth Presbyterian Church and settled in Knoxville. After graduating from Fulton High School, Evert served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Evert raised his seven children in the Fairview community of Anderson County. He was a very active member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist in Heiskell, where he served as a deacon and a volunteer missionary. Evert was proud to serve the Lord four times in Brazil and two times in Mexico, as well as in Arizona and Ohio.
Evert was preceded in death by: Parents, Gerrit and Janna DeVente; brothers, Gerrit DeVente and Jacob DeVente; sister, Elisabeth McDermott.
Evert is survived by: Wife, Karen DeVente of Heiskell; children, Shelly (Keith) Vandagriff of Clinton, Kristi Daniels of Knoxville, Lindsey (Brian) Stanley of Andersonville, Jason (Kylea) DeVente of Clinton, Emily DeVente of Heiskell, Kylie (Nick) Corrigan of Clinton, Valerie DeVente of Heiskell; sisters, Janna DeVente and Corrie Loveday of Knoxville; brothers, Jan DeVente of Johnson City, Simon Devente of Alcoa.
Evert also leaves to celebrate his life 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 2 - 4 p.m. Sunday June 24, 2018, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel and the funeral service followed at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Tom Aiken officiating.
Following the service family and friends proceeded to Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery for interment.
Online condolences can be left at www.mynattfh.com
BONNIE MARIE LUM
June 19, 2018
Bonnie Marie Lum, 73, Clinton, passed away June 19, 2018.
She was born and raised in Orange, Texas. It brought her joy to interact with people. She lived in Charles Seviers Towers for 10 years, the only place she called home. Bonnie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and daughter.
Bonnie was preceded in death by: Parents, Robert Searcy Chandler Sr. and Gertrude Entler Chandler; ex-husband, Kenneth Darnell Lum Sr.; sisters, Elsie Faye Daniels; brothers, Raymond Chandler, Wendell Chandler, Robert Searcy Chandler Jr.
Bonnie is survived by: Daughter, Kimberly Sue Reagan and husband Rodger; son, Kenneth Darnell Lum Jr.; granddaughter, Kimberly Marie Reagan; sisters, Mary Guillott, Lera Dickey, Nelda Price and husband Roger, Jo Boyett, Vicki Chandler Mazoch and husband Ken.
Kim would like to thank the nurses at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge on 4 West for all they have done.
Arrangements are incomplete, and will be announced later by Jones Mortuary in Clinton.
JOHN RAND BARTLOW
June 18, 2018
John Bartlow, Sheridan, Wyoming, left this world in the arms of his loving wife, Judith, and his dog, Rippy, beside him June 18, 2018.
He was born in Fort Carson, Colo., on Dec. 3, 1951, to Kent Bartlow and Phyllis Mugge Bartlow.
He is survived by his dear sister, Marilyn and brother-in-law, Peter Welch of Taos, N.M., and brother, Steve Bartlow of St. Louis, Mo.
John attended Missouri Military Academy. He graduated from Washington Community High School in Illinois and machinist school in Tennessee. John honorably served in the Army in Germany.
He was a hunting guide in the Bridger Teton Wilderness and a fishing guide on the Clinch River in Tennessee. John was a voting member of the Knifemaker’s Guild since 1988 and a voting member of the Professional Knifemakers Assoc. since 2002.
He loved mules and trail riding with his friend, Ronnie Wallace; fly fishing on the Big Horn River with Ken Decker; laughing over hunting adventures with Randy Haecker; and playing “chicken foot” with all his domino pals. He was a “car guy” – passionate about GTO’s. Judith and John were married 34 joyous years.
John leaves to celebrate his life all the loving and rowdy friends of his youth in Washington, Illinois and special friend, Deb Fox. In 2011, he organized a reunion of friends in Washington, Illinois, “WCHS Multi-Class Reunion.” “John Bartlow Summer Bash #7.”
He is also survived by: Sisters-in-law, Joanne (Charles) Zeiser, Signal Mountain, Mary Eleanor (William) Hurt, Knoxville, and Sarah (William) Cowan, LaGrange; and nine nieces and nephews.
Ken Decker, Tina Flack and Ann Loretan were steadfast, devoted friends through his brief illness.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 E. Ridge Rd., Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801; and Hospice of the Big Horns, PO Box 391, Sheridan, WY 82801.
Online condolences may be written at www.championfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Champion Funeral Home.
PAULINE DENSON DAUGHERTY
June 17, 2018
Pauline Denson Daugherty born in Jonesville, Lee County, Va., Oct. 29, 1928, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 17, 2018.
Pauline faithfully served with her husband in the United Methodist Holston Conference for 44 years throughout the Big Stone Gap, Va., Kingsport and Johnson City districts. Pauline also worked at Tennessee Eastman and JC Penney’s in Kingsport and Johnson City.
After retirement, Pauline attended St. Mark United Methodist Church in Clinton, where she was an active member. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, being with family and friends and was known for her delicious desserts.
She is survived by: Daughter, Diane Daugherty Ilgner and husband Berny of Clinton; and granddaughter, Kristina Ilgner Lamons and husband Ben of Houston, Texas.
Pauline was the middle child of nine children and is survived by: Sister, Albon Cowden of Kingsport; sister, Emmeline Glass and husband Everette of Goldsboro, N.C.; sister, Ernestine Powers and husband Harold of Pfafftown, N.C.; brother, Wheeler Denson of Jonesville, Va.; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, the Rev. Herbert H. Daugherty; parents, Lillie and Granville Denson; sisters, Maxie Frazier and Jewel Matlock; brothers, M.C. Denson and Roy Denson.
The family will receive friends at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Clinton from 10 - 11a.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2018, with the service to follow at 11a.m.
The graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at Hillside Cemetery near Russell’s Chapel United Methodist Church, Jonesville, Va.
Funeral arrangements by Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.
In lieu of flowers, Pauline has requested that donations be made to the Women’s Group at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Clinton.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, Clinton www.holleygamble.com
LUKIE C. KEITH
June 17, 2018
Lukie C. Keith, 66, Clinton, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018, following a brief illness.
Lukie was a 32 Degree Mason of Dyersburg and he retired from ORAU, D.H. Compound Colonial Rubber.
He is survived by: Wife, Jennifer J. Keith; son, Eric W. Keith (Michelle); grandchildren, Skyler, Luke, Zander and Austin; step-son, Skipper Burks
There will be no services held at this time.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choosing in Lukie’s honor.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements
www.holleygamble.com
REBA MAE ARMES
June 16, 2018
Reba Mae Armes, 83, Brook Park, Ohio, passed away June 16, 2018, at her residence.
She was the wife of the late Frank; dear mother of Janet Thomascik (Neil), Hazel Armes, and the late Jackie Armes; sister of J.T. Hensley; grandmother of Jerri Krava, Nina Krava and the late Chester Zajac; great-grandmother of five; great-great-grandmother of five.
Services to be announced at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cleveland Clinic Hospice.
Online condolences at www.bakerfuneralberea.com.
FREDDIE LeROY PARISH
June 16, 2018
FREDDIE LeROY PARISH
June 23, 1948 - June 16, 2018
Freddie LeRoy Parish went to his heavenly home June 16, 2018.
He died at home in Midtown with his son, Christopher Lee Parish, by his side. He was born on Kentucky Street in Kingston to Elvin Marcelleous Parish, originally from Greenfield, and Rose Marie Davis Parish originally from the Wheat Community.
Along with his parents, Freddie was preceded in death by: Eldest sister, Sybil Parish Parker; her husband, Ervin Hardy Parker Jr.; and their son, Ervin Hardy “Butch” Parker III.
Freddie was also preceded in death by: Paternal grandparents, William Dennis “Bunk” Parish and Millie Rose Parish; and maternal grandparents, Oliver Davis and Sarah Jane Silvey Davis.
Freddie is survived by: Wife Constance “Connie” Powers Parish; and the mother of his son, Izora Daugherty Parish Stewart.
Other survivors include: Daughter-in-law, Tammy Hall Parish of Knoxville; grandson, Dylan Parish and Sarah Craig with granddaughter, Hazel Elizabeth Parish of Rockwood (his Hazelbug). Surviving siblings are: Elder brother, Eddie Elvin Parish and wife Joan Abbott Parish of Kingston; and younger twin sisters, Sarah Faye Parish Cronan and Mary Kay Parish Cox and their husbands Max Dee Cronan and Robert Kyle “Bobby” Cox, all of Kingston. Freddie is also survived by: Nephews and nieces and their families, including Bradley Parish and Todd Cox of Kingston, Adam Parish of Windermere, Fla., and Warren Parker and Eva Marie Roe of California. Freddie had numerous step-family members he loved and accepted as his own. Freddie had a great love for his little dog and companion, Buddy, who was faithfully by his side in life’s adventures, vacations and walks in the park.
Freddie earned an Eagle Scout Badge from Troop 101, Kingston, under Scout Master Eugene Banker. He graduated from Roane County High School in 1966. He also went to business school in Knoxville. Freddie was a member of Union Lodge F &AM, No. 38 and also Shriners of Knoxville.
Freddie began his work career at a very young age at the Roane County News. During his high school years, he worked for the White Store in Kingston and for Tennessee Forging and Steel in Rockwood. Freddie soon joined the U.S. Army and served in South Korea from 1969-1970. After returning home, Freddie went to work for the TVA Steam Plant in Kingston. He retired from TVA as a shift engineer at Watts Bar Dam. After an early retirement, Freddie owned a video rental business in Midtown. Always a worker, Freddie enjoyed three part-time jobs and stayed actively involved in the community until the time of his death.
Freddie’s heart illness took a fatal turn over the last few months of his life, but that didn’t prevent him from enjoying life and life’s adventures until the end. Freddie shared with his family that he was totally at peace with going home to be with the Lord. At the time of his passing, Freddie was an active church member at Victory Baptist of Kingston, but his church involvement spanned earlier memberships at First Baptist Church and Four Square Gospel Church in Kingston plus Valley View Baptist Church and Lee Village in Harriman.
Freddie had a great personality and was loved by all who knew him. Freddie always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. He loved making a dollar, but would also give you anything he had. His siblings recall fun and memorable times throughout their growing up years. He loved his family immensely and was a good provider. Just days earlier, Freddie told his siblings that he was looking forward to seeing their mother and father before the rest of them.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018, at Victory Baptist Church in Kingston with funeral service following at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary with brother-in-law, the Rev. Max Cronan, officiating. Graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 22, 2018, at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Gov. John Sevier Hwy 168, Knoxville.
Online register book can be signed at www.FrakerFuneralHome.net.
Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston is in charge of all arrangements.
