Tennessee, U.S., Delayed Birth Records, 1869-1909
Arrie Christine Miller Cobble
Arrie Christine Miller Cobble, 79, of Sparta, passed away Friday, Nov. 23, 2001, at White County Community Hospital.
Cobble was born
May 6, 1922, in White County, to Aaron Daniels and Zadia Eller Daniels.
She attended the Church of Christ and was a homemaker.
Cobble was preceded in death by her husband, Wilson Miller and one son, Riley Miller.
Survivors include two daughters, Marie Sewell of Sparta and Mary B. Smith of Smithville; two sons, Robert Miller and Frank Miller both of Sparta; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Services were held Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001, at 1 p.m. at Hensley Chapel Church with burial in Young Cemetery. Randy White officiated.
Love-Cantrell & Cope Funeral Home in McMinnville was in charge of arrangements.
Martha Lynn Potter McNally
Martha Lynn Potter McNally, 61, Maryville, died Tuesday, July 12, 2011. Arrangements will be announced later by Miller Funeral Home.
Mary Ruth Moses
Mary Ruth Moses, born
June 5, 1937, died July 11, 2011, at the age of 74. She was preceded in death by her mother, Emily Moses; father, Oscar Moses; and brother, Herbert Moses. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Eldred Jenkins; four grandchildren, James Jenkins, Jeffery Jenkins, Stacy Walker and David Jenkins; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Martha Palmer, Frank Moses and Christine Moses; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Miller Funeral Home Cedar Chapel with the interment
to follow at Sherwood Memorial Gardens, Rev. Don Walden officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6041
Kathy Laraye Shaver Lawson
Kathy Laraye Shaver Lawson, died Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at home. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Smith Funeral and Cremation Service.
Kate R. King
Kate R. King, 88, Maryville, died Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at Colonial Hills Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home.
Jason Carroll
Jason Carroll, 29, Louisville, died Monday, July 11, 2011, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville.
James O. Large
James O. Large, age 72, of Townsend, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at home. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force in Germany. James retired from Norfolk Southern as a railroad detective. He had a great passion for traveling, which took him and his wife around the world. He was an avid family man who will truly be missed. Preceded in death by parents, Charles Monroe Large and Ruth Carden Large. Survivors include devoted wife of 50 years, Patricia Daniel Large; son and daughter-in-law, Charles Daniel and Susan Large of Macon, Ga.; daughter, Heidi Louise Large and life partner, Mendy Jones of Seymour; granddaughter, Danielle Large; sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Fred Biggs of Houston, Texas; brother and sister-in-law, William and Ronnie Large of Houston, Texas; brother-in-law, Don Daniel; special niece, Terry; other nieces and nephews, Tracey, Rodney, Lisa and Jennifer; best friend, Darrell Thomas; beloved pet, Loki. Memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Smith Trinity Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Appalachian Bear Center, P.O. Box 364, Townsend, TN 37882-0364. Family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Smith Trinity Chapel. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
James Carter Kestner
James Carter Kestner, of Maryville, passed away on July 11, 2011, after a short but brave battle with cancer. He met death as he lived his life, surrounded by his loving wife Barbara, his children and grandchildren. Born in Saltville, Va., on September 9, 1931, James grew up in an era of heroes, and was a part of America’s Greatest Generation. His father and mother raised 13 children and were beacons of inspiration in their lives and careers. His family, like so many others in America, was shaped by events that preserved our freedoms and way of life. His older brothers and sisters helped rebuild this nation after the Great Depression as part of the Civilian Conservation Corps, and fought for their country in WWII. James carried their stories inside, and when his time came, enlisted in the Army on his 18th birthday. He served our nation for 22 years in peace and war, as a soldier, NCO and officer. During the Korean Conflict he was a combat medic, and returned to the United States as a decorated NCO. Posted to East Tennessee as an Army recruiter, he met the love of his life, Barbara Rule, at the Rockford Methodist Church, which was ministered by his brother-in-law, Marshall Lovelady, and his sister, Mattie Faith Lovelady. James and Barbara were married in 1952 and had four sons and one daughter. After receiving a commission, James and his family were assigned to Germany during the Cold War era, and then to Japan, where he served as the military administrator of the 249th General Hospital. He deployed to Vietnam in 1967 and subsequently served in MACV HQ as the field grade officer in charge of Theater Medical Evacuation. Major Kestner concluded his military service in 1972 and fulfilled a life-long dream to return with his family to Blount County. He helped to establish Peninsula Hospital in Louisville, Tenn., and served as its first hospital administrator. He had a highly successful second career in health care management, establishing and managing medical facilities and hospitals in Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. This career culminated as the CEO and operations director for HCA medical facilities and hospitals east of the Mississippi. James retired in 1996 and continued his legacy of giving. He believed that what we give to the lives of others comes back into our own. He enjoyed daily trips to socialize with his friends at the Maryville-Alcoa Kroger, Wal-Mart and the Habitat for Humanity. Mostly, he enjoyed his family, which adored and respected him. A member of Smokey View Baptist Church, he shared with others his abiding belief in God and his son Jesus Christ. Preceded in death by his father, John William Kestner; his mother, Margaret Surber Kestner; and seven brothers and three sisters. James is survived by his wife, Barbara Rule Kestner of Maryville, Tenn.; sons, Steve Kestner and his wife Filiz Kestner of Knoxville, Tenn., Scott Kestner of Alcoa, Tenn., Michael Kestner of Alcoa, Tenn., Jeffrey Kestner and his wife Cathy Renee Kestner of Chattanooga, Tenn.; a daughter, Lisa Kestner Tart and her husband James Tart of Maryville, Tenn.; grandsons, James C. Kestner II and his wife Tara Kestner of Huntsville, Ala., Christopher Kestner of Chattanooga, Tenn., Matthew Kestner of Chattanooga, Tenn., Erik Kestner of Knoxville, Tenn., Jonathan Taylor Kestner of Maryville, Tenn.; and granddaughters, Megan Kestner Boruff and her husband Shawn Boruff of Greenback, Tenn., Lindsey Kestner of Chattanooga, Tenn., Julia Kestner of Knoxville, Tenn.; and great-grandchildren, Carter Boruff and Meadow Kestner; his sister, Marilyn Whitely of Chilhowee, Va.; a brother, R.D. Kestner of Saltville, Va. Masonic and funeral service will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 15, 2011, at Smith West Chapel with Rev. Michael Thompson and Dr. Mark Martin. Interment
will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2011, at Grandview Cemetery
with full military honors. Family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 15, 2011, at Smith West Chapel. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Grace Horis Downey
Grace Horis Downey passed away July 11, 2011, at Blount Memorial Hospital due to complications to Alzheimer's. She had lived the last eight years at Sterling House Assisted Living. Grace was born
in Mississippi in 1923. She met Earl Downey in Memphis and was married September 11, 1948. After 52 years of a very successful marriage, Earl passed away in 2002. They moved to Maryville in 1956, and several years later became co-owners of Maryville Jewelers. Since 1956, Grace was an active member of the Maryville Church of Christ. Her church was a great source of spiritual support for her. She was a dedicated wife and mother and derived great pleasure from her family. Survivors include children, Leon and wife Margie and Anne and husband Tom Reis; four grandchildren, Gil and Brett Downey, Elizabeth and Colin Reis; brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Ruth Horis; sister, Dessarie; brother and sister-in-law, Aaron and Jeanette. Her family wishes to thank the staff at Sterling House for their exceptional care. Funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Smith West Chapel with Minister Herb Byrd officiating. Family and friends will assemble at 11 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2011, at Grandview Mausoleum Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Friends of Smokies, P.O. Box 1660, Kodak, TN 37764-7660. Family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m.Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Smith West Chapel. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Donna Maxine Thornton
Donna Maxine Thornton, age 77, of Alcoa, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the Latter-day Saints Church and loved to fish and bowl. She was preceded in death by her brother, Gerald Collins. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Lloyd Thornton; children, Christy Bradburn, Meloni Bradburn, Shawn Thornton, Robin Curtis, Kari Martin; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. Thursday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church), 706 Amerine Road, Maryville, TN 37804, with Bishop Richard Udy officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10 a.m. Friday at Morganton Cemetery
for the interment
service. The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. Thursday at the Church. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home in charge, 982-6812
Sylvester Yates Pierce Jr.
Sylvester Yates Pierce Jr., age 83, of Louisville, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011, at home with his family by his side. He was a WWII veteran with the U.S. Army and flew for the Civil Air Patrol. Mr. Pierce was an avid hunter and aviation enthusiast. He was a longtime employee of Piedmont Airlines and was known for his sense of humor. He was a devoted husband and loving father who lived his life in faith and was a friend to many. One of the last of “The Greatest Generation.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester Sr. and Nancy Pierce. Survivors include his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 64 years, Marjorie Lett Pierce; sons and daughters-in-law, Don Pierce, Doug and Laurie Pierce, and Andy and Carla Marie Pierce; daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn Cogar and Graham Walford; grandchildren, Colin Cogar, Mary Fahringer, Ginny Crispen, Kristen Mary, and Anna, Kathryn, Samantha, and Amy Pierce; great-grandson, Cole; sisters, Cornelia Hasen of Memphis and Nancy Williams of Murfreesboro. Memorial donations may be made to Leukemia Research Foundation, 3520 Lake Avenue, Suite #202, Wilmette, IL 60091-1064. A celebration of Mr. Pierce’s life will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, in the Smith West Chapel with Pastor Darren Wigington officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2011, at Smith West Chapel. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 983-1000
Lisa Rene Lee
A memorial service for Lisa Rene Lee is scheduled for Friday, July 15, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Victory Baptist Church in Maryville. Survivors include sons, Isaac Staley of Alvord, Texas, and Jesse and Andrew Staley of Maryville; mother, Johnnie Ellen Plumlee of Maryville; brother, Gary Plumlee of Lilburn, Ga.; and sister, Sheila Sutton of Maryville. In lieu of floral arrangements, donations may be made directly to Victory Baptist Church.
Jason Everett Carroll
Jason Everett Carroll, age 29, of Louisville, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at the family home. He was a United States Army veteran serving in Bagdad, Iraq. He was a graduate of Port St. Jose High School in Florida and worked at TNA Travel Center in Knoxville. Preceded in death by mother, Linda Kay Carroll. Survivors include grandparents, Tom and LaRue Heller of Florida and Bobbie Silvers of Nashville; father, Dennis Wayne Carroll of Nashville; sister, Melissa Kay Hornsby of Nashville; special family, David Dawson, Tim Dawson, Donna Stevens, Cheryl Penrod, Conna Middleton, Robert Carroll, Patrick Silvers; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and inurnment at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Knoxville Veterans Cemetery
on Lyons View Pike, Knoxville. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Jack Ross Johnson
Jack Ross Johnson, age 76, of Maryville, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2011, at Asbury Place Maryville. Receiving of friends at 6 p.m. and a memorial service at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, will be at Smith Mortuary, 1402 Tuckaleechee Pike, Maryville. A military honors ceremony and burial will be held on Thursday, July 14, 2011, at 11:30 a.m. at East Tennessee State Veteran's Cemetery, 5901 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Faye Irene Mason
Faye Irene Mason, age 87, of Maryville, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at UT Medical Center. Family and friends will assemble for entombment at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2011, at Grandview Mausoleum Chapel. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Carl Preston Stinnett
Carl Preston Stinnett, age 80, of Friendsville, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at his home. He was a member of Maryville First Church of Nazarene and proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He retired after 38 years of service with South Central Bell. Carl was a member of the Blount County Republican Executive Committee and a faithful volunteer with Blount County Food Connection. He was preceded in death by his parents, John P. and Alverda Stinnett; stepmother, Beulah Jackson Stinnett; brothers, Lloyd and Jack Patton Stinnett; stepbrothers, Robert, Jack and Dan Jackson; great-grandsons, Rylan and William; special friend, Kirk McDaniel. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Joyce M. Stinnett; daughters and sons-in-law, Karen and Kenny Thompson, Carla and Jeff Collins; son and daughter-in-law, Rev. Gary and Rhonda Stinnett; honorary son, Rex A. Hall; grandchildren, Elizabeth Reed, Richard and Sabrina Eggers, Leslie and Jeremy Hammer, Haley, Tyler and Hannah Stinnett, Melanie Roark, Victoria Collins, Jessica Thompson; great-grandchildren, Brandon, Katelyn and soon-to-be Baby Hammer, Clair and Kara Thompson and soon-to-be Mylah Eggers; brothers and sisters-in-law, Walter and Ruth Stinnett, Cecil (Buddy) and Sharon Stinnett; sister, Mary Stinnett Robbins; many special in-laws; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, July 15, 2011, at Smith Trinity Chapel. Funeral service at 7 p.m. with Rev. Gary Stinnett, Rev. David Moore and Rev. Ray Couey officiating. The family and friends will assemble at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2011, at Middlesettlements Cemetery
for the interment
with military honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Blount County Food Connection, CFC, P.O. Box 786, Alcoa, TN 37701. Arrangements by Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Linda Sue Breeden
Linda Sue Breeden, 63, Maryville, died Saturday, July 2, 2011, at the family home. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville.
Kitty Lou McKenzie Kirkland
Kitty Lou McKenzie Kirkland, age 93, of Maryville, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2011. She was a charter member of East Alcoa Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Manny French of Kentucky, Jolene and Dale Brewer of Maryville; grandchildren, Jesse and Renee Bowen, Troy Bowen, Staci Wilkerson, Eddie and Kyndra Brewer; several great-grandchildren; sister, Janie Stephens of Reliance; brothers, Austin McKenzie of Tellico Plains and Enos McKenzie of Knoxville. Family and friends will meet at 10 a.m. Friday at Grandview Cemetery
for a graveside service. Friends may call at their convenience at McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home. A special thank you to the volunteers of the Blount County Sheriff's Senior Outreach Program. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, 982-6812
Rev. Joseph Charleston (J.C.) Reed
Rev. Joseph Charleston (J.C.) Reed, 96, Maryville, died Thursday, June 28, 2011. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Smith Funeral and Cremation Service.
