MYRTICE BLANTON McMAHAN
January 10, 2019
Myrtice Blanton McMahan, 82, Clinton, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at The Waters of Clinton in Clinton.
She was a loving wife and mother. Myrtice retired from the Anderson County School system. She was a member of Island Ford Baptist Church in Lake City. Myrtice loved her church and flowers.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at The Waters of Clinton for the wonderful care and support for over 31 months.
Myrtice was preceded in death by: Parents, Delos Blanton Sr and Mamie Norman Blanton; and son, Greggory Keith McMahan.
She is survived by: Husband of 57 years, Ted McMahan of Clinton; son, Kevin McMahan and wife Angie of Clinton; brothers, Curtis Blanton and wife Janice of Sylva, N.C., Emerson “Pete” Blanton and wife Margaret of Sylva, N.C., and Delos Blanton Jr and wife Nancy of Lockhart, S.C.; step-grandson, Michael Bavousett; two step-great-granddaughters, Micha and Linvi; and a host of other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Alzheimer’s at Alz.org
Myrtice’s family will receive her friends from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in the chapel of Jones with her funeral service following at 1 p.m. with Delos Blanton Jr. and Brian Thomas officiating.
Her interment will follow her funeral service at Norris Memorial Gardens in Norris.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton, TN is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
LOU ANN JACKSON
January 10, 2019
Lou Ann Jackson, 86, Knoxville, passed away Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at her residence.
She was born Feb. 4, 1932, to the late Everett and Tennessee Adkins Spurlock in Spurlocksville, W.Va. She was a member of Briceville First Baptist Church where she loved attending while she was able. She was a gentle little woman who enjoyed working in her flowers, doing crafts, and working puzzles. She loved her dog, Missy. She will be dearly missed.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Husband, Leonard Jackson; grandson, Brian Hooks; son-in-law, James Hodge; and several brothers and sisters.
She is survived by: Children, Linda Pennington and husband Tom, Carol Hodge, Bonnie Hooks and husband Roger, Leonard “Buddy” Jackson Jr. and wife Charlene, Bobby Jackson and wife Joan, Donna Swartzfager and husband Leonard; grandchildren, Kim Davis and husband Mike, Pam Wilson and husband Steve, Rogie Hooks and wife Beth, James Stewart, Jeffrey Hodge, Bobby Jackson Jr. and wife Anna, Richard “Buddy” Jackson and wife Kara, Nicole Wagner and husband Lenny, Crystal Holmes and husband Todd, Jeremy Norris, Joshua Norris, Missi Becker Swartzfager, Jenelle Swartzfager, Christine Russo, Patricia Russo; great-grandchildren, Deanna, Christopher, Tyler, Amanda, Molly, Emilee, Tiffany, Dana, Megan, Kyle, Brandon, Reiley, Colbey, Hailey, Madison, Kalli, Camden, Cayson, Dominic, Derek, Evan, Owen, JJ, Jackson, Ryan, Cody, Victoria, Christopher, Joel, and Emily; great-great-grandchildren, C.J., Penelope, and Brinlee; several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
Special thanks to Amedisys Hospice, Briceville First Baptist Church, and City Hills Church for their kindness and compassion during this time.
The family will receive friends at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home from 5 – 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019. The funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, with the Rev. Tim Russell, Pastor Danny Lawson, and the Rev. George Asbury officiating.
Her interment will follow at Campbell Memorial Gardens.
www.holleygamble.com
VANCE CARLYLE CARTER
January 10, 2019
Vance Carlyle Carter, 59, Knoxville, died peacefully Jan. 10, 2019.
Vance, son of Bertha Elizabeth and William Lloyd Carter of Clinton, was born in Knoxville. Vance graduated high school from Culver Military Academy in Culver, Ind. Vance attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville where he received a degree in electrical engineering and a bachelor’s degree in architecture in 1988.
Vance was the sole proprietor of Big S Farms Hot Sauce and Salsa Company, which was started in 1999. He crafted unique recipes for his products utilizing habanero peppers grown in Cocke County. Three flavors of sauce were produced, including Tennessee Mountain Green, Tennessee Lightning, and Tennessee Thunder, along with three levels of salsa from medium to extra hot. Mild was not an option. Vance's renowned products have been distributed throughout the East Tennessee region for many years. Vance joined Ken Bronson Construction Co. Inc. as Designer, Senior Project Manager and Estimator in 2000. His devotion to this company was unprecedented. Vance's love of architectural design often found him diligently working through the night on projects that required his level of focus. He had the unique ability to visualize projects in three dimensions, which allowed him to create details that far surpassed two dimensional drawings. One of his favorite projects was The Children's Defense Fund Chapel, designed by Maya Lin, and constructed on Alex Haley's Farm in Norris. Here Vance designed templates to create canted siding to be applied to skewed arched exterior walls, thus allowing a truly horizontal appearance.
Vance was a brilliant man, and will be greatly missed.
Vance was preceded in death by: Parents, William Lloyd and Elizabeth Plummer Carter; brother, Kent Carter.
He is survived by: Nephew, Aden Carter; niece, Sarah Elizabeth Carter; and great-niece, Aaralyn Carter.
A very special thanks to good friends Sandy Foster, Ellen Robinette and Ken Bronson.
A private burial will be held at a later date.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
JOY HAYES
January 9, 2019
Joy Hayes, Norris, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at her residence at Meadow View Senior Living.
She was born in Atlanta in 1929. When she lived in Atlanta, she was a member of Rock Spring Presbyterian Church. She graduated from Maryville College, received her Masters from Vanderbilt University (Peabody College for Teachers) and her Specialist of Education from Georgie State University. Miss Hayes taught for 42 years in many places: Richmond, Va.; Nashville; Griffin, Ga.; Atlanta, Ga.; Tehran, Iran; and Gwinnett County, Ga. She coauthored a series of books on using higher thinking skills for children grades one through six. After her retirement she moved to Norris.
She is survived by: Sister, Linda Crouch; nieces, Tracy Crouch-Hubbs and her husband Kenny Hubbs , Kelly Giedt and her husband Jeff Giedt; and nephew, Josh Crouch and his wife Amanda Crouch; plus great-nephews and nieces, Zachary Denmark, Mika Poe and her husband Nick Poe, Marli Giedt and Perry Giedt.
Receiving of friends will be at The Norris Religious Fellowship at noon Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, prior to the service at 1:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers please feel free to make a donation to your favorite charity. Some of Joy’s favorites are St. Jude’s, Heifer, Unicef, and Alzheimer Research.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all services.
MICHAEL ALLEN KIMBRLE JR.
January 9, 2019
Michael Allen Kimble Jr, 24, Briceville, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Clinton.
He was a very likable person, kind-hearted respectful and always willing to help others. Michael enjoyed fishing, camping, swimming and playing basketball. He loved spending time with his son, his friends, and were loyal to them.
Michael was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Dewey Allen Kimble and Kenneth Lunsford.
He is survived by: Father, Michael Kimble Sr. and Mary Hensley of Knoxville; mother, Doris Tate of Tellico Plains; Mamaw, Hazel Kimble of Clinton, and Mamaw , Essie Elrod of Madisonville; son, Cameron; sister, Ashley Matlock; uncle and aunt, Terry and Pam Hammac of Clinton; and a host of other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Michael’s family will receive his friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary with his funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. Michael’s interment will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Powell.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
HELEN HAMMONS
January 9, 2019
Helen Hammons, 78, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, at The Waters of Clinton.
Helen was born April 11, 1940, in Claiborne County to the late Riley and Birdie Hopson. Helen was a member of Hillvale Baptist Church and throughout her life she enjoyed quilting and traveling, but the love of her life was her family, especially her grandchildren. She retired from Modine as a machine operator after 36 years of service and later worked at Walmart in Clinton.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by: Husband, Charles Hammons; and brother, Leon Hopson.
She is survived by: Daughter, Lisa Garner and husband Bobby of Andersonville; son, Charles “Smokey” Hammons, Jr. and wife Chris of Clinton; brothers, Jack Hopson of Virginia, Cecil Hopson and wife Linda of Arizona; grandchildren, Michael Roberts, Wendy Babb, Nikki Walker, Whitney Boring, William Cornett, Brandi Bugg, and Kane Garner; great-grandchildren, Zach Roberts, Riley and Jake Babb, Braxton Walker, Lola Boring, Asia Livingston, Seth Reynolds, Jaylynn Sage, Makenna Watson, and Kyleigh Bugg; special friend, Donna Tallent; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home. Her funeral service will follow in the chapel with the Rev. Allen Giles officiating.
Her graveside will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, at Woodhaven Memorial Garden.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
ALINE DAUGHERTY JACKS
January 9, 2019
Aline Daugherty Jacks went to be with the Lord Jan. 9, 2019.
Aline loved reading her bible, doing word searches, going to church, and spending time with her family. She loved going shopping, watching her shows, playing bingo, and talking with friends. She enjoyed watching the Tennessee Vols and the Green Bay Packers. She loved listening to her gospel music when going to bed and loved Elvis and Conway Twitty as well.
Aline was preceded in death by: Husband, Fred Jacks; son-in-law, John Riggs; parents, Ramsey and Luverina Mowery Daugherty; sisters, Magalene Stonecipher, Irene Webber, Evelene, Lorene, and Pearl Lou Daugherty; brothers, Clifford, Walter, Donald Lee, Frank, Leonard, Kenneth Daugherty, and Kyle Webber.
Survivors: Children, Michael and Stacy Jacks of Moody, Ala., Melissa Riggs of Lake City; grandkids, Jonathan Riggs of Lake City, Danielle Riggs of Lake City, Nathan Riggs of LaFollette, Gadge Hensley of Clarksville; great-grandkids, Paisley Riggs of Lake City, Bentley Logan Wilkerson of Andersonville; sisters-in-law, Rose Ann Daugherty of Frost Bottom, Ludy Daugherty of Lake City; brother-in-law, Leroy Stonecipher; many nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be from 6 – 8 p.m. Saturday Jan. 12, 2019, at Hatmaker Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ron Oliver officiating.
Family and friends will meet at Hatmaker Funeral Home at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, for a 1 p.m. graveside service at Foust Cemetery in Lake City.
WILLIAM BERRY PACE
January 8, 2019
William Berry Pace, 29, passed away Jan. 8, 2019.
William had a passion for music especially playing guitar, a love for his family and friends and a special bond with his dog, Ozzy.
William is survived by: Parents, William E. and Joanna Pace; sisters, Sarah Hardin (Russell), Rebecca Pace, Emily Harper (John); grandmother, Chloe Ann Ward; niece, Avery Hubbard; nephew, Hudson Harper; uncles, Eric Ward (Kim), Perry Ward (Tracy); a special friend, Mason Barton; and a host of cousins.
He was preceded in death by: Grandparents, Harold and Sue Pace and Herbert Ward; and a special "son," Jayce.
The family will receive friends from 3 – 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, at Family Funeral Care. The services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at Family Funeral Care.
The burial will take place at Memphis Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crosstown Arts or Bartlett Animal Shelter.
