Leafy Kiser
Sutherland
 Leafy Kiser Sutherland, 90, passed away Sunday March 2, 2008 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Dickenson County, the daughter of the late Frank and Minda Owens Kiser. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph K. Sutherland; a granddaughter, Vicki Kuchan; a grandson Steven Kuchan; and two brothers, Ernest Kiser and Glen Kiser. Shortly after her daughter Kay was born in 1940, Leafy and Ralph moved to Detroit, MI where he worked for Ford Motor Company. In 1947, they returned to Virginia and opened a five and dime store in Haysi. Leafy greeted customers and helped run the business. A second child, Tim, was born in 1952. After several moves back and forth between Virginia and Michigan, Ralph and Leafy retired to Florida in 1970, where Ralph died in 1988. Leafy then moved to Abingdon in 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Kay Sutherland Kuchan and husband Bob of Abingdon; her son, Tim M. Sutherland and wife Pat of Trevose, PA; two sisters, Ruby Anderson Forcum of Kings Mill, OH, and Fern Bartee of Abingdon; three grandchildren, Eric Kuchan of Christiansburg, Kristin Sutherland and Scott Sutherland of Trevose; and three great grandchildren, Tyler, Garrett, and Anna Kuchan of Christiansburg; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon. The family will receive friends immediately prior to the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va. 22312.
He was born on September 5, 1928 in Washington County, Virginia and was the son of the late Clarence and Amanda Denton Townsend. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters, Myrtle Gill and Stella Andis Rutherford. Roy was a life-long resident of Washington County and was of the Baptist faith. Roy was a lover of music and especially enjoyed creating dobros as well as playing with his many friends and local musicians. He is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years, Juanita Tignor Townsend; one son, Dawson Townsend and wife Peggy of Bristol, Virginia; one daughter, Michelle Childress and husband, Ken of Bristol, Virginia; three grandchildren, Melissa Horton and husband, DeWayne, Anthony Townsend and wife Traci, and Logan Childress; and three great-grandchildren, Austin and Kendra Townsend and Caitlyn Horton. A private memorial service for the immediate family will be held at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, Virginia with the Rev. Walter Statzer officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wellmont Hospice House, Attn: Angie Browning at 280 Steele’s Road, Bristol, Tennessee 37620 in his memory.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Laura Keen, both Buchanan County residents. Clayton was a 1958 graduate of Grundy High School and was a former employee of Island Creek Coal Company. He was a member of the UMWA Local #1374, a member of the Washington County Moose Lodge, an original member of the Hardee’s ROMEO Club (Retired Old Men Eating Out) and a member of the planning committee for the 50th Year Reunion (Class of 1958) of Grundy High School. Survivors include his beloved daughter who was the apple of her dad’s eye, Leslie Horne and a very special son-in-law, Rodney Horne of Grundy, VA; his loyal and faithful companion of 22 years, Sue Cook Elkins; Sue’s sons Jerry Elkins, Jeffrey Elkins and David Elkins; Sue’s grandsons Benjamin Elkins, Gavin Elkins and Samuel Elkins; his loving sisters, Betty K. Looney and Eloise Keen both of Grundy; his aunt, Hester Smith of Bristol, VA; his nephews, Gary Looney of Florida and Gregory Keen of Charlotte, NC; and his niece Judy Henley of Andalusia, Al. According to Clayton’s wishes, he was cremated. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 2:00 P. M. in the Green Spring Presbyterian Church, located on Route #75 in Abingdon (going toward South Holston Lake) with Dr. Miller Liston officiating. Evangelist Bill Neeley will also assist with the service. In place of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Richard Clayton Keen Educational Fund, c/o Leslie K. Horne, Principal, Grundy Senior High School , 1300 Golden Wave Drive, Grundy, Virginia 24614. Honored friends will be members of the Hardee’s ROMEO Club, Jack Mullins, Eddie Thompson, Bill Sparks, Derek Jones, Dr. Robert L. Gillespie, Teddy Ferrell, Harold Rife, Virgis Blankenship, Jack Cole, Miles Ratliff, Carl Phillips, Bill Miller, Tom McGlothlin, Jack Woodward, Lodge Compton, Kenny Perkins, Bill Coxton, Dr. James Kacadan, Tom Watson, Charles Farmer, Freddie Ferrell, David Combs, Joe Varney, Bill Snodgrass, Ken Eaton, Bob Dollar, Roscoe Matney, Donald Ray Keen, D. J. Keen, Larry Akers, Ralph Wayne Matney, Tivis O’Quinn, Donald Tittle, Bob Neeley, John Bagwell, Bill Sparks, Sonny Matney, Sonny Edison Matney, Bruce Millsap, Blair Hinchey, and Archie Farmer. Obituary information provided by Farris Funeral Service of Abingdon, Virginia.
Mrs. Anna Katherine Browning, age 84, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2008 in Grace Health Care of Abingdon. Mrs. Browning was born September 1, 1923 in Washington County, Virginia to the late Charles Lawson and the late Delia Williams Lawson. She was a life long resident of Washington County and a member of Woodland Hills Church of Christ. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, John Lynn Browning and her daughter, Judy Lynn Gobble, and her brother Robert A. Lawson. Mrs. Browning is survived by her son, Charles R. Browning and her daughter-in-law, Ann Adams Browning of Abingdon, Virginia. Two sisters, Dora McCormick of Abingdon, Virginia and Margaret V. Osborne of Westminster, Maryland. A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 7, 2008 in Knollkreg Memorial Park with the Rev. John E. Massey, Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Browning be made to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 246 Abingdon, Virginia 24212.
William Cecil Wise, age 73, died March 5, 2008 at his home. Born in Washington County, Virginia on November 27, 1934, he was a son of the late Howard and Rosa Wise. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ann Davis and one grandson, Jeffery Wise, Jr. He enjoyed the outdoors, his garden and loved his animals. Survivors include his sons Ernest Wise and wife Doris of Abingdon; Richard Wise and wife Robin and William Wise all of Mt. Holly, NC and Jeffrey Wise and wife Wanda of Stanley, NC; his daughters, Debra Hart and husband Gregory and Melissa Wise all of Mt. Holly, NC; his grandson Matthew Wise and numerous other grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as several brothers and sisters and many, many friends. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 7, 2008 from 6:00 – 8:00 P. M. at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. A Graveside funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 A. M. Saturday at the Reynolds Cemetery in the Hidden Valley Community with Rev. Matthew Helton officiating. Pallbearers will be Robby Thomas, James Sailor, William Wise Jr., Kenny Crosswhite, Timmy Powers, Michael Roark and Matthew Roark. Those attending the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:50 A. M. Saturday.
She was preceded in death by her husband of seventy-three years, Robert “Bob” Casey, brothers, Willis Eskridge, J. D. Eskridge and John Will Eskridge, an infant sister, one grandchild and two great-grandchildren. She is survived by twelve children: Freda Casey Myers and husband Richard, Pearl Casey Carrier and husband, J. W. “Bill”, all of Piney Flats, TN, L. C. Casey and wife Linn, Dudley Casey and wife Hazel, all of Meadowview, VA, Geneva Casey, Abingdon, VA, Dorothy Casey Ray and husband Mack, Jewel Casey Ray and husband Richard, Jr., Shirley Casey Ray and husband Clyde, Alvin Casey and wife Linda, James Robert Casey, Jr. and wife Audrey, Tony Casey and wife Betty and Daphne Casey Lewis and husband Wayne Jessie all of Saltville, VA, three sisters, Ella Mae Hankins, Marie Thomas and Edith Mann all of Lynchburg, VA, one brother, Herbert Eskridge of Abingdon, VA, twenty-four grandchildren and forty-one great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be conducted Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Farris Funeral Service, Main Street Chapel with Pastor Roger O’Quinn and Pastor Mark Casey officiating. The committal graveside service will be conducted Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Fall Hill Cemetery. Those attending are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10:55 a.m. Pallbearers will be grandsons. The family will receive friends Saturday from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
John
Russell Rutledge, Jr.
Mr. John Russell Rutledge, Jr., age 63, was called home by God on Friday, March 7, 2008 in Johnston Memorial Hospital. Mr. Rutledge was born in Washington County, Virginia on November 1, 1944. He was a highly regarded brick mason for over forty five years. He attended Freedom Worship Church of Damascus. Mr. Rutledge was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Mr. Rutledge is preceded in death by his father, John Russell Rutledge, Sr. and one brother, Phillip Malcolm Rutledge. Mr. Rutledge is survived by his wife, Linda Umbarger Rutledge, his mother, Mary “Tooty” Eggers Rutledge of Abingdon, VA, one son, Randall “Randy” Rutledge and wife, Donna of Abingdon, VA, one daughter, Angela “Angie” Rutledge of Laurel, Maryland, two grandson’s Randall Rutledge, Jr. and Danial Rutledge both of Abingdon, VA, two brothers, Noah “Dickie” Rutledge and wife, Rita of Front Royal, Virginia and Gail Rutledge and wife, Jane of Abingdon, VA, and several nieces and nephews, and family friend, Malcolm Quesenberry of Abingdon, VA. The funeral service for Mr. Rutledge will be conducted at 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 9, 2008 in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Rev. Jerry Eggers, Rev. Noah Stout and Mr. Junior Gobble officiating. The family will receive friends in the funeral home on Sunday from 6:00 P.M. until time for the funeral service. The committal service will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 10, 2008 in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. All those wishing to attend the service are asked to assemble at the funeral home by 10:30 A.M. to go in procession to the cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Umbarger, Rick Umbarger, Wey McLeod, Wayne Gobble, Gary Cole, John L. Rutledge, Kevin Patterson, and Joe Hicks. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dickie Rutledge, Gail Rutledge, Randall Rutledge, Daniel Rutledge, Johnny White, Ray Umbarger, Malcolm Quesenberry, and Bobby Rutledge Contributions in memory of Mr. Rutledge may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 246 Abingdon, Virginia 24212.
Rebecca
King Ratcliff
Rebecca King Ratcliff of Abingdon, Virginia died at home on Friday, March 7, 2008. A Wythe County native, Mrs. Ratcliff was born on January 13, 1945 to John and Geneva D. King of Crockett, VA. They and a sister, Nancy Roberts, predeceased her. She is survived by her loving husband of forty years, Cecil G. Ratcliff, and her devoted daughter, Laura S. Ratcliff. Other survivors include her sisters and their spouses: Ann and Jim Hankla of Union Hall, VA, Eleanor and Curtis Parks of Crockett, VA and Linda and Bill McBride of Marion, VA. Also surviving are several special nieces and nephews and one brother-in-law, Marvin Roberts. The family thanks special caregivers Susie McConnell of Abingdon and Carol Moore of Williamsburg, VA A Radford University graduate, Mrs. Ratcliff began and completed her teaching career in Washington County. She served twenty-three years at Meadowview Elementary and previously taught eight years in Bedford County. A memorial service and visitation will be held at Pleasant View United Methodist Church, 18416 Lee Hwy., Abingdon, VA Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1:00 P. M. with the Rev. Jim Goddard and Barbara Farmer officiating. Music will be provided by Dr. John Moore, pianist, of Williamsburg, and by the Pleasant View United Methodist Church’s Bells of Aldersgate Choir of which Mrs. Ratcliff was a member. The family will greet friends in the church Family Life Center following the service. In lieu of floral tributes the family requests your consideration of contributions to a charity of your choice, the Building Fund of Pleasant View United Methodist Church, or to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele’s Rd., Bristol, TN 37620 whose staff served Mrs. Ratcliff with kindness and concern.
Mr. Musick was born April 27, 1929 in Russell County, Virginia to the late Ed Musick and the late Florence Gibson Musick. He had lived in the Bristol area for the past fifty years and was a member of Souls Harbor. Mr. Musick was a retired truck driver and enjoyed gardening. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by one brother, Dallas Musick and one sister, Lillian Horton. Mr. Musick is survived by three sons, Paul Anthony Musick of High Point, North Carolina, Russell Musick and wife, Leah of Richmond, Virginia, and Christopher Musick and, wife Nikki of Richmond, Virginia and one daughter, Arlene Musick Salyer and husband, Troy of Richmond, Virginia.Three grandchildren, Trevan, Ava, and Regan. Two brothers, Carol Musick and wife, Shirley of Bristol, Virginia, Guy Musick of Kingsport, Tennessee. Three sisters, Myrtle Tate of Kingsport, Tennessee, Madge Harrington of Kingsport, Tennessee and Carolyn Saylers of East Carters Valley- Gate City, Virginia. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The funeral service will be conducted at 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with the Rev. Dean Livingston officiating. The committal service will be conducted 1:00 P.M Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in Forest Hills Memory Gardens with the Rev. Austin Cook officiating. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends in the funeral home from 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday, March 11, 2008.
Mary E. Sanders died on Tuesday, March 11, 2008. She is survived by her husband George, as well as her children, Mary Anne Adair and husband Curt, Judy Sanders, Bill Sanders and wife Jeannette, grandchildren, Michael Sanders, Megan Adair, Matthew Sanders and siblings, Emory Mitchell, Frances Johnson and Zayne Spickard. The graveside service will be conducted Friday, March 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Rose Cemetery with Pastor Paul T. Griffith officiating. Interment will follow. Those attending are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10:55 a.m. The family requests no flowers and asks that contributions be made to Byars Cobb United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 667, Glade Spring, VA 24340 or to the Glade Spring Volunteer Life Saving Crew, P. O. Box 59, Glade Spring, VA 24340 or to the charity of your choice. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
Mrs. June Davis Campbell, a resident of Valley Health Care, age 83, died Wednesday March 12, 2008 at Smyth County Community Hospital. She was born in Williamson, West Virginia and was preceded in death by her husband Charles Campbell. She was employed as a stenographer throughout her working life. As per Mrs. Campbell’s wishes, she is to be cremated with no service at the funeral home.
Stephanie Renee Church Carico, age 29, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2008 in the Tazewell Community Hospital in Tazewell, VA. Stephanie was born in Tazewell on November 4, 1978. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Elmer Church Jr. and Arthur Thacker. She was a graduate of Richlands High School where she was a member of the marching band. She was a 2002 graduate of Bluefield College where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Music. Stephanie was employed as Assistant Store Manager at Wal-Mart. She was of the Baptist faith. Stephanie is survived by her husband Adam Lee Carico; her parents, Charlie and Pam Ratliff Church of Gray, TN; her sister, Tenesia Lyn Church of Gray, TN; her maternal grandmother, Faye Thacker of Vansant, VA; her paternal grandmother, Clara Church of Jonesboro, TN; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ronnie and Janie Carico of Galax, VA; a large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins; many friends and her beloved dog, Maggie. The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 6:15 P. M. Sunday, March 16, 2008 at the Eastern Star Freewill Baptist Church in Kingsport, TN. The funeral service will be conducted at 6:30 P. M. immediately following the visitation. Rev. Larry Nelson will be the officiating minister. There will also be a funeral service at 12 Noon Monday, March 17, 2007 in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service (located on the grounds of Forest Hills Memory Gardens, 19415 Lee Highway in Abingdon). Burial on the cemetery grounds will follow the service. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. In place of flowers, the family has asked that memorial donations be made to the Eastern Star Freewill Baptist Church, 153 Eastern Star Extension , Kingsport, TN 37663. those wishing to send memories or messages of sympathy on line may do so by visiting http://www.farrisfuneralservice.com. The Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, VA is serving the family of Stephanie Renee Church Carico.
Mr. Erven Ernest Helton, 87, died Saturday March 15, 2008 at Wellmont Hospice House. He lived most of his life in Washington County and attended Trinity Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving as a Staff Sergeant in the Infantry in the Philippines during World War II. He was awarded the Philippines Liberation Medal. He worked most his life as a cabinet maker. He was preceded in death by his parents David and Ida Keith Helton and one brother and three sisters. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Hester L. Helton; 2 daughters, Linda Duke and husband Eddie of Knoxville, and Betty Cullop and husband Kitzie of Meadowview; one sister, Leona Flanary of Hamstead, MD; 3 grandchildren, Travis Cullop and wife Misty, Rhonda Able and husband James, and Angie Browning and husband Trey; 3 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be conducted Tuesday March 18, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service (19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon) with Pastor Ronnie Blevins officiating. The family will receive friends immediately prior to the service beginning at 12:30 p.m. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Burial will follow the service in Forest Hills Memory Gardens with military honors provided by the Highlands Fellowship Military Honor Color Guard. The family would like to express their sincerest appreciation to Wellmont Hospice for all of their care and support. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele’s Rd., Bristol, TN 37620.
Gilbert C. (Connie) Culberson, died Sunday, March 16, 2008 at his home in Emory, Virginia after a brief illness. He was born on April 23, 1918, to the late Louise and Neal Culberson in Chattanooga, TN. Connie was married to Dorothy Price of Chattanooga, TN for sixty-six years. Connie was recruited into the U.S. Army in 1941 and received a combat field commission. He served as Warrant Officer in the Pacific Theater of Operations throughout World War II. He attended Chattanooga High School and served on the staff of the Chattanooga Times. He entered Emory & Henry College (Class of ’49) after WW II. He earned numerous academic honors including Senior Service Award, Blue Key, and Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges. After graduation, Connie joined the staff of E&H and was soon appointed Executive Assistant to the President, a position which he held under five different college presidents. He served with a deep and passionate conviction to the administration, faculty, students and community. For over 34 years, he was the chief ambassador for external events and dignitaries at E&H, and during that time he received recognition for his humanitarian contributions to the college and to the community which he loved. He was recognized in Who’s Who in American Education and received the William and Martha DeFriece award by the E&H Alumni Association for his contributions to humanity. He retired from Emory & Henry in 1983 and was appointed Executive Vice President of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. He was active in the promotion of better schools in the area and served on the advisory boards of the Neff Vocational Center of Nursing and Virginia Highlands Community College. He was an active member of Emory United Methodist Church, where he held positions of leadership including lay leader, Administrative Board chair, Boy Scout Committee member, Board of Directors for Camp Ahistadi, and member of the Board of Education for Holston Conference. He was an active member of the Abingdon Rotary Club for over 53 years, and in 1981 he was named a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International. He participated in the historic Rotary Frolics for over 50 consecutive years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louise and Neal Culberson of Chattanooga, TN; his sister Helen Rollins of Chattanooga, TN; and his grandson Allen Culberson of Lynchburg, VA. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Culberson; son David Culberson and wife Edie of Johnson City, TN; daughter Susan Elaine of Johnson City, TN; daughter Jane Bryant and husband Bob of Roseland, VA; son Ronnie Culberson and wife Wendy of Herndon, VA; nine loving grandchildren: Wes Culberson, Kit Culberson, Sara Turner, Dan Turner, Adam Bryant and wife Carrie, Diamanta Bryant, Ramona Bryant, Caitlin Culberson and Ryan Culberson; and three great-grandchildren: Bailey Bryant, Brandon Bryant and Bethany Jane Bryant. A graveside service for Mr. G. C. “Connie” Culberson will be conducted Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in Holston Conference Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. in the Memorial Chapel of Emory & Henry College with a visitation with friends following. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dot and Connie Culberson Scholarship Fund at Emory & Henry College; the Allen Culberson Memorial Fund at Peakland United Methodist Church, Lynchburg, VA; Emory United Methodist Church; or to the Culberson-Damer Rotary Scholarship Fund at Emory & Henry College. Flowers will be accepted as well.
Dorothy Clyde Fuller died on March 16, 2008 at Johnston Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. Born in Atkins, Virginia June 14, 1930, she moved to Pulaski, VA at an early age. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Buford Fuller and Mary Ellen Anderson Fuller, her sister Juanita Fuller, and her brother, Ernest Buford Fuller Jr. She is survived by her niece Barbara Waldron of New Freedom, PA, a great nephew David Waldron and great niece Deanna Waldron, as well as a host of friends and former colleagues. She attended Emory & Henry College and after graduation worked at the Pulaski County Public Library in children’s services and with the county bookmobile service. She was selected to receive a scholarship from the Library of Virginia in Richmond to attend library school. After graduating from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, with a Master’s degree in library science she began her twenty-three year career at the State Library where she was a public library consultant and later Head of the Library Development Division. She played a major role in the development of public library service throughout Virginia, but especially in her native Southwest Virginia. She moved to Abingdon in 1997 where she continued to be involved with libraries through her work as a volunteer at the Washington County Public Library and assisting the Friends of the Library with their activities. The staff quickly adopted her as part of the library family. She enjoyed being with people of all ages, reading, working crossword puzzles, and observing the beauty and wonders of nature. In addition to her contribution to Virginia’s public libraries, she will be remembered for her friendly personality, her positive outlook, her generosity, and her laughter which came easy to her. Dorothy’s sense of humor, in life and work, smoothed the edges of the tasks at hand. She was noted for her loyalty to her friends and her unassuming nature. A memorial service will be held in the chapel at the Abingdon United Methodist Church on April 11, 2008, at 6 pm. to celebrate the life of Dorothy Fuller. Her friends invite notes or letters of remembrance to be available at the service. Please send to Ida Patton, 108 Valley Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 or email ipatton@wcpl.net. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington County Public Library, 205 Oak Hill Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 or to the Library of Virginia Foundation, 800 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219.
Mr. John Thomas Sipes, 60, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2008, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born and lived most of his life in the Chesapeake Bay area, and he had lived in Abingdon for the last three years. He was a retired heavy equipment operator. He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers and sisters. He is survived by his dearest and closest friend, Becky Gillespie of Bridgeport, OH; one son Johnny Arko of Cleveland, OH; one daughter Teresa Buscaglia and husband Dean McDonald of Abingdon; one brother Kirby Sipes of Damascus; one sister Shelia Thomas of Abingdon; five grandchildren: Charles Buscaglia, Christopher Buscaglia, Chasity McDonald, and Brandon McDonald, all of Abingdon, and Amber Arko of Cleveland, OH; and one great-granddaughter, Lona Buscaglia of Abingdon. The funeral service for Mr. John Thomas Sipes will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at the funeral home.
Mrs. Genevieve A. Musick, age 80, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2008 in Abingdon Manor. She was born December 27, 1927 in Washington County, Virginia to the late George Swartz and the late Lilly Harless Swartz. Mrs. Musick had lived all her life in Washington, County and was a member of Mount Carmel Christian Church. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Henry “Gene” Musick and one sister, Estelle Ingle. Mrs. Musick is survived by two sons, Ken Musick and wife, Juanita of Bristol, Virginia and Ron Musick and wife, Jean of Meadowview, Virginia. Three grandchildren, Lisa Cole and husband, Dwayne of Morristown, Tennessee, Wendy Brewer and husband, Lance of Asheville, North Carolina, and Ginger Hyde and husband, Randy of Meadowview, Virginia. Three great-grandchildren, Hannah, Will, and Ridgely. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Granny, as she was known by most, was a very loving and caring person. She loved animals of all kinds, especially her cats. Granny was always ready to talk and shared her stories with everyone she met. Our favorite memories are filled with her giggles and grins. She never knew a stranger. Granny loved the Lord and found strength in her daily Bible reading. She shared her faith with everyone around her. The funeral service will be conducted 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, 19, 2008 in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Minister Tom Rayford and Minister Rich Pannell. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Larry Ingle, Dwayne Cole, Lance Brewer, Randy Hyde, Bob Ingle, and Kenneth Ingle. The family will receive friends in the funeral home on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.
Mrs. Rosa Ella McNew Irwin, age 79, passed away on March 16, 2008 at Heritage Hall Health Care in Blacksburg Virginia. Mrs. Irwin was raised in Glade Spring, VA. She graduated from Radford College. Mrs. Irwin retired from the Montgomery County school system after 34 years of teaching. She is preceded in death by her parents Charles Cicero McNew and Ella Howe Kelly McNew and one brother Charles Elmer McNew. Mrs. Irwin is survived by her husband Harold W. Irwin of Blacksburg, VA; one son, Kris Irwin and wife Patricia, Lynchburg, VA; one daughter Jo Johnson and husband Jere, Christiansburg, VA; 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A graveside service for Mrs. Irwin will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the Mount Rose Cemetery in Glade Spring, VA with the Rev. John Massey, Jr. officiating. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 12:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions be made to either: The Alzheimer’s Association, 207 N. Boone Street, SU 1050, Johnson City, TN 37604; or the Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad, 200 Progress Street NE, Blacksburg, VA 24060.
Jayla is survived by her husband Jeremy Sullivan of Appalachia, VA, her mother and stepfather Robin and John Ratcliff of Bristol, VA, her father Don Cannon of Knoxville, TN, her sister Jessica Callahan and husband Brad of Abingdon, VA; her step-brothers Mitchell and Zared Ratcliff; her Mamaw and Papaw, Bud and Vicki Norris of Abingdon, VA, her in-laws Mike and Connie Sullivan of Appalachia, VA, her grandfather Tom Cannon of Bristol, TN; her grandmother Petie Ratcliff, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends Friday, March 21, 2008 from 6 pm until 8pm at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway Abingdon, VA. The funeral will follow the visitation with Dr. Paul Bufford officiating. A graveside service will be conducted on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 11 am at Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Honorary pallbearers will be Jared Hobbs, Jamie Jessee, Dan Lymbelopoulos, Mike Sullivan Sr., Jacoby Lovell and Shane McCracken. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family and will be greatly appreciated. Donations may be sent to Mrs. Robin Ratcliff for Jayla Julia-Lynn Cannon-Sullivan, c/o Farris Funeral Service, PO Box 427, Abingdon, Va 24212.
Mrs. Rose Arrington Dunn, 84, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at her home. She was born in Montgomery County, a daughter of the late A. J. Arrington and Nannie Sutherland Arrington. She was a former employee of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department. Rose was an avid gardener who had a great love of the outdoors. She also enjoyed art and was a painter. She was a member of Abingdon United Methodist Church. Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Paul S. Dunn, and by her daughter, Paula Hoskins. She is survived by her son-in-law, Michael Hoskins of Abingdon; her special grandsons, Lucas Gibson and Andrew Hoskins, both of Abingdon; her sister, Shirley A. Bordwine of Abingdon; her brothers, Duard Arrington of Abingdon and Tom Arrington of Lodi, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Rose Arrington Dunn will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 22, 2008, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Evangelist Bill Neeley officiating. Burial will follow at Knollkreg Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Andrew Arrington, Cable Warren, Tommy Dunn, Tim Thompson, Randy Carmack, and Ron Tallman. The family will visit with friends on Saturday from noon until the time of service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Abingdon United Methodist Church, 101 East Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210, or to Cancer Outreach Foundation, 206 Abingdon Place, Abingdon, VA 24211.
Mr. Pierce Calvin Quesenberry, age 71, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Sunbridge Care Rehabilitation Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Quesenberry. He is survived by his son, Greg Quesenberry; his siblings: Malcolm Quesenberry, Homer Quesenberry, Connie Crabtree and Bill Quesenberry, all of Abingdon; his step-mother, Ruth Quesenberry; several aunts and uncles; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service for Mr. Pierce Quesenberry will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 20, 2008, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens with Rev. Junior Gobble officiating. Those attending the service are invited to meet at the gravesite by 2:50 p.m. on Saturday.
Mayford Nannie Jessee, age 79, passed away Friday, March 21, 2008 in the Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was born in Washington County, VA and was preceded in death by her parents, Windom and Daisie Bott Long. She had been employed with Big Jack Sewing Company for twenty-four years. She is survived by her husband, Harry G. Jessee, Sr., Abingdon, VA, her son, Harry Carlton Jessee and wife, Shawnee, Abingdon, VA, her sister, Cora Lou Kate Nunley, Abingdon, VA, her grandchildren, Kansas Jessee and Santanna Jessee, her nieces, Patsy Crabtree and Petina King, her nephew, James Nunley. At the request of Mrs. Jessee, a graveside service will be conducted Sunday, March 23, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. in the Garrett Cemetery, Rt. 700, Abingdon, VA with Rev. Kenneth Widner officiating. Interment will follow. There will be no visitation in the funeral home at the request of Mrs. Jessee. Those attending the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery. Friends may call at anytime at the homes of Harry Jessee or Harry Carlton Jessee.
Mr. Frank Eugene “Gene” Mumpower, age 86, died Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the Maryville Healthcare Center. Mr. Mumpower was born March 11, 1922 in Washington County, Virginia. He was a son of the late Calvin Richard Mumpower and the late Addie Reynolds Mumpower. He was a longtime resident of Glade Spring, Virginia and Bristol, Tennessee before moving to Maryville, Tennessee in 1998. He was a member of Forrest Hill Baptist Church in Maryville, Tennessee. Mr. Mumpower served in the United States Army during WWII in the Pacific-Asiatic Theater and the Philippine Theater. He was awarded two Bronze Stars. Mr. Mumpower was a life member of the Patton-Crosswhite Post #6975. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Katherine “Kitty” Mumpower, one brother, Roy Mumpower, and two sisters, Mabel Lemmons and Lillie Belle Puckett. Mr. Mumpower is survived by one daughter, Linda Carruthers and husband, Charles of Maryville, Tennessee; her children, Wes Carruthers and wife, Gina and Chad Carruthers and wife, Megan and seven great-grandchildren, all of Maryville, Tennessee. The funeral service will be conducted at noon Tuesday, March 25, 2008 in the Mausoleum Chapel of Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon, Virginia with Rev. Harry Sherrer officiating. Entombment will follow the service. The family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until time for service.
Mr. Walter Lee Garrett, age 45, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2008. Lee was born in Buena Vista, VA, Rockbridge County and was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Guinn. Survivors include his sons, Charlie Garrett, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Randy Garrett, Bland, VA, his daughter, Christina Garrett, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, his step-father, Dewey Guinn, Damascus, VA, his brothers, Junior Garrett, Manassas, VA, Bo Garrett, Clinchburg, VA, his sisters, Dianna Howell, Meadowview, VA, Norma Garrett, Elizabeth Bordwine and Ruby Taylor all of Abingdon, VA and Sissy Chambers, Hopewell, VA, two grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in Forest Hills Memory Gardens with Jay Taylor officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Dickie Garrett, Leroy Howell, Andrew Garrett, Matthew Garrett, Gene Gadis, Michael Garrett, Robert Gadis, Eddie McCracken and Justin Garrett. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the funeral home.
Mrs. Norma Thelma Tipton, 79, of Greensboro, North Carolina passed away Friday, March 21, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Norma was born in Tom’s Creek, Virginia on March 1, 1929, she resided in Clinchco, Virginia where she met and married Oscar Tipton. In 1951 they moved to Michigan where they resided for 32 years before moving to Greensboro, North Carolina. She is survived by her husband, Oscar Tipton, three daughters, Sharon Pasek and husband, Marty of Greensboro, North Carolina, Suzanne Dewar and husband, Don of Westland, Michigan, and Linda Olson and husband, Michael of Thompson’s Station, Tennessee. Four grandchildren, Donnie, Nick, John, and Heidi. Three great-grandchildren, Logan, Nora, and Delilah. She will be dearly missed by all. A graveside service will be conducted at 1 P.M. Monday, March 24, 2008 in Temple Hill Memorial Park in Castlewood, Virginia with the Rev. John E. Massey, Jr. officiating. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 207 North Boone Street Suite 1050, Johnson City, Tennessee, 37604.
William “Bill” Luther Smith, age 47, died Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon. Bill was born in Washington County Virginia on January 19, 1961, a son of William “Bill” Howard Smith and the late Lois Collins Smith. He was a 1979 graduate of Abingdon High School and attended King College. Survivors in addition to his father include his sons, Jacob D. Smith and Nicholas C. Smith both of Bristol, VA; his sisters, Rachel Brown of Abingdon and Jenny Bryant and husband Dennis also of Abingdon; his nephew, Josh Bryant and his niece Cali Bryant. A cryptside memorial service will be conducted at 10:30 A. M. Thursday, march 27, 2008 in the Chapel of Memories Mausoleum at Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon with Rev. Bryan Hall officiating. Those attending the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10:20 A. M. The family will receive friends at the home of his sons, Jacob and Nicholas Smith, 24218 Jordan Lane, Bristol, VA or at his father’s home, 19416 Mercedes Drive, Abingdon, VA.
Steve Aaron Terry, age 46, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008 in Johnston Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his parents Roger and Rosa Mullins of Meadowview; his soul mate, Rainey Terry of Damascus; son, Aaron Keith Terry, Bristol, TN and step-son, Justin Phillips, Maryland; step-daughter, Jamie Lea Phillips, Florida; brother, Carl Terry. There will be a graveside service Thursday, March 27, 2008 at Forest Hills Memory Gardens at 2:00 P.M. Mr. Robert Carty will be officiating. There will be a visitation on Thursday, March 27, 2008 from 12:00 until 1:45 p.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service (located on the grounds of Forest Hills Memory Gardens 19415 Lee Highway Abingdon, Virginia. Pallbearers will be Noel Turner, Jonathan Mahala, Dewey Mahala, Jody Davis, Tim Killion, John Wolfe and Will Widener.
Mrs. Sallie Mae Reynolds, 71, passed Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at the Wellmont Hospice House after a lengthy illness. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County and a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Lela Osborne Delp. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Hal Reynolds and one brother Thomas Delp. She was a resident of Grace Health Care in Abingdon. She is survived by her son, Randy Reynolds of Abingdon; 3 daughters, Cathie Segar of Tucson, AR, Donia Sue Reynolds of Abingdon, and Elaine Rasnake of Abingdon; 2 brothers, Jack Delp of Abingdon, and Dick Delp of California; 6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service. There will be no visitation at the funeral home; however, friends may visit with the family at the home of Mrs. Reynolds.
Mildred K. Castle Petty Scott, age 85 passed away after a brief illness at Sacred Heart Hospital of the Emerald Coast in Destin, FL on Friday, March 21, 2008. She was born July 10, 1922 in Wise Co VA to James Charlie Castle and Anna Mae Castle. She was preceded in death by her husband and the father of her children, Edward C. Petty, Sr., and by her second husband, Hulen Scott. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Reed and her grandson, Mark Weddle. Mildred is survived by her son, Edward C. Petty, Jr., and wife Rita and family of Milton, WV.; her daughter, Vivian Maxwell and husband Clint of Destin, FL.; her grandson, Oran Zaebst and wife Misty of Bristol, Va,; granddaughter, Sheri Macomber and husband Will, grandson, James Reed; her great granddaughters Amie and Ashley Thompson all of Montgomery, AL., She is also survived by her granddaughter, Susan Arnette and husband Chad and her two young great grandsons, Chase and Jackson Arnette all of Pensacola, FL. Mildred is also survived by her sister Shelby Blankenship of Bluefield, VA and her half-brother James Castle of Honaker, VA. She was a member of Pleasant View United Methodist Church, Abingdon, VA. A graveside service will be held at a later date in Forest Hills Memory Gardens, Abingdon, VA.
Ann Boyd Brown, age 60, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville TN. Ann will be greatly missed by all of those who knew her.
Ann was born in Russell County VA to the late Taylor Boyd and Polly Gose. Ann was a member of the Lebanon Baptist Church. She graduated from Lebanon High School where she was active in many school activities. Ann graduated from Lees McCrae College prior to completing the Medical Records program at MCV in Richmond. Ann was known for her love of animals and especially horses. She received such fulfillment and joy as she worked as a volunteer with the Wonder Kids Program in Abingdon. Ann retired from Johnston Memorial Hospital in 1995 where she worked as Director of Medical Records.
Ann is survived by her soul mate and love of her life, her husband, Dr. Bob L. Brown; three brothers, John Jenks and wife Elaine, Amarillo, TX, Bob Jenks and wife Ann, Casstown, OH, and Jimmy Jenks, Cocoa Beach, FL; one brother-in-law, Dr. Ronnie L. Brown and wife, Jeannie, Abingdon, VA; one sister-in-law, Nancy Brown, Abingdon, VA, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.
Funeral services for Ann Boyd Brown will be conducted on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 7 pm at the Lebanon Baptist Church with the Rev. Tom Edwards officiating. At the family’s request there will be no visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family request that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to: The Animal Defense League, PO Box 2099, Abingdon, VA and the Wonder Kids Program, PO Box 17023, Bristol VA 24209.
Don Mullins, age 62, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 12:10 P. M. He was born on December 24, 1945 in Haysi Virginia. Don Worked for over forty years as a welder, foreman and superintendent for Steamfitters Local 602 in Washington D. C. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Junior Mullins. He is survived by his mother, Arbutus Fern Mullins of Emory, VA; his children, Donald W. Mullins and wife Gailynn of Gainesville, VA and Teresa M. Propps-Smith of Annapolis, MD; five grandchildren; his brothers and sisters, John C. Mullins and wife Gwen of Bowie, MD, Ralph Mullins and wife Angie of Emory, VA, Roy David Mullins of Emory, VA, Patricia Davis and husband Robert of Maysville, WV and Janice Deel of Damascus, VA and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 P. M. Monday, March 31, 2008 in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Rev. Tim Stevens officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Shane Mullins, Brandon Mullins, Andrew Mullins, Lee Deel, Matthew Mullins and Connor Mullins. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 12:00 Noon until the time of the funeral service.
Mrs. Clara Juanita Emmert, 79, died Saturday March 29, 2008 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County and was preceded in death by her husband Richard Emmert. She is survived by 2 sons, Curtis Emmert of Bristol, TN and Darwin Emmert of Cincinnati, OH; 1 daughter, Judy Moorefield of Abingdon; 1 brother, Vance Whitaker of Damascus; 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday April 1, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories Mausoleum at Forest Hills Memory Gardens with Pastor John Stapleton officiating. Entombment will follow. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to assemble at the cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday March 31, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service.
Louise Grant Dye, age 61, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2008 at her home. Louise was born on August 15, 1946 in Washington County, Virginia. She was a daughter of the late Lacy Marshall Grant and Eleanor Leonard Grant. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, John Marshall Grant and William Frank Grant. She was a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University and was a retired teacher with the Washington County School System. Louise attended Damascus Road Baptist Church and had retained her membership at Bethel Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Homer Beverly Dye; her son, Matthew Dye of Bluff City, TN; her daughter, Bobbie Jo Bishop of Abingdon; her grandsons, Christopher Gage Overbay, Kaelan Gene Fuller and Matthew Bryce Bishop; her brothers, Robert Ryan Grant of Whitehouse, OH and James W. Grant of Torrance, CA and Timothy L. Grant of Abingdon; her sisters, Eula Grant and Shirley Rhoten, both of Abingdon and Mary Gay Schunke of Marion, NC and several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 A. M. Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Rev. John E. Massey, Jr. and Rev. Jerry Eggers officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hills Memory Gardens in Abingdon. Pallbearers will be Kelly Waugh, Tommy Waugh, David Waugh, Michael Rhoten, Jeff Hensley and Junior Grant. The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 9:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.
George Washington Stuart, 78, died Sunday March 30, 2008 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Ezekiel and Virginia Stuart. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Rosedale Baptist Church. He worked several years at Meadowview Plant Farm and Kealey-Johnson Greenhouse. He was co-owner and operator of Stuart’s Greenhouse of Meadowview. He was well-known for the quality of his plants and flowers. He was an avid fisherman and a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by a brother Gilford Dutch Stuart and a sister Margie Harold. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rhoda Jane Stuart; his sons, George David Stuart and wife Sherrie, and Joseph Mike Stuart and wife LeDonna; his grandchildren, Deana Stuart of Johnson City, Jenny Stuart Mutter and husband Brian, Amanda Stuart, Brent Stuart and wife Jenifer, and Bradley Stuart, all of Meadowview; great grandchildren, Logan and Jacob Mutter, and Isabella Stuart; 1 sister, Mary Neal of Alvarado; and 3 brothers, Bill Stuart of Abingdon, Tom Stuart of Bristol, and Stoney Stuart of Abingdon. The funeral service will be conducted Tuesday April 1, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. in the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon with Rev. Don Paxton and Rev. Jimmie Davidson officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 6 p.m. The committal service will be conducted Wednesday April 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in Forest Hills Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Brian Mutter, Brent Stuart, Bradley Stuart, Dwayne Duffield, Shane Harris, and Jackie Stuart. Honorary pallbearers will be the Senior Adult men’s Sunday school class at Rosedale Baptist Church and Cecil Clifton. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or to Rosedale Baptist Church, 26396 Lee Highway, Abingdon, VA 24211.
Robert Earl Kerr, 82, passed away Monday, March 31, 2008, at Johnston Memorial Hospital. He was born in Hellier, Kentucky, son of the late Frank Chapman Kerr and Myrta Mullins Kerr. He served in the United States Army, including two tours of duty in Korea, one in France and one in Fairbanks, Alaska. He retired as SFC E-7 from the United States Army after more than twenty years of service. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Gene Kerr, Jim Kerr and Bob Kerr; and by his sisters: Helen Rose, Pauline Montiel, Madge Mullins, and “Wimp” Johnson. Mr. Kerr is survived by his wife of 56 years, Madeline Owens Kerr; his daughters: Kathy Kerr Chandler and husband Barry of Salem, VA; and Cindy Kerr Jordan and husband Cal of Hillsborough, NC; his brothers: Joe Kerr and wife Barbara of Sarasota, FL; and Frank Kerr and wife Deb of Abingdon; his sister, Sue Valletta of North Myrtle Beach, SC; two grandchildren: Robert Wesley Jordan and Regan Vaughn Chandler; and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Robert Earl Kerr will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2008, at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, with Hal Rose officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Wednesday night at the funeral home. A military graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2008, at Forest Hills Memory Gardens, with military rites performed by the U.S. Army Honor Guard from Ft. Lee, Virginia. Honorary pallbearers will be Barry Chandler, Cal Jordan, Robert Jordan, Joe Kerr, Frank Kerr, Bill Williams, Benny Kerr, Roger Rose, and Mike Cole. Those attending the service are invited to meet at the gravesite by 12:50 p.m. on Friday.
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Mr.
Roy Cleveland Townsend, age 79, passed away Monday, March 3, 2008, in
Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center.
Richard
Clayton Keen, age 68, of 116 Bogey Drive, passed away March 1, 2008
after a brief illness. 
Edna
Virginia Eskridge Casey, age 87, passed away March 7, 2008 at the home
of her youngest daughter, Daphne Lewis. She was of the holiness faith.
She was the daughter of the late Charlotte Pickle Eskridge. 
Mr. Clyde Emmitt Musick, age 78, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2008
after a lengthy illness.
Jayla
Julia-Lynn Cannon-Sullivan, age 23, went home to be with God on
Monday, March 17, 2008. She was a graduate of John S. Battle High
School and was a member of the National Honor Society. She attended
college in Abingdon, VA, Clarksville TN, and Knoxville, TN pursuing
a nursing degree while following her husband’s career in the army.