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LOLA D. PARKS
Lola
Delores Parks was laid to rest on Febuary 7, 2012 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Hickory, NC and was a long
time resident of Johnson City.
She worked at Southeastern Color Graphics for 14 years until she retired,
She was preceded into death of her father, Jake Parks,
mother Gwendolyn Parks, her grandparents, Lawrence and Elease Hamilton, her son, William Grant Parks.
She leaves behind,
3 daughters, Lori, Genna, and Chaka Parks, 4 sisters, Mary Ann Dabbs, Louise Blair, Willie Martin, and Barbara Christman and
1 brother, Charles Parks, 10 grand children and 1 great grand child, several neices and nephews, 2 special friends, Lisa Duryder
and the Gloria Holloway family.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Funeral services will be held
at 1 PM, Friday, February 10, 2012 at Grace Temple Church, Eternal Life Center, 208 Garden Drive with Pastor Mark Redd offficating.
Burial to follow at Westlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 1 PM prior to the servcies at the church an at other times at the home of a daughter, Lori Parks,
525 Washington Ave.
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KATHERINE "KATHY" STEPHENS
Katherine Yvonne Stephens, age 55, entered into rest Monday, January 30,
2012 at her home 1319 Bell Ridge Road, Apt, 700,
Katherine, a native of Johnson City, TN, was the daughter of Katie Dave
and the late Fredrick D. Smith. She was a member of Thankful Baptist Church and was baptized at the age of twelve.
In 1971, Katherine ‘s family relocated to the State of Louisiana.
She attended and graduated with honors from Baton Rouge High School. She was named Who’s Who Among American High School
Students in 1973. She attended Southeastern University and later married Nathaniel Stephens of Geismar Louisiana. This union
was hlessed with 3 children.
Katherine joined and became a very active member of Mount Pilgram Baptist
Church. She took much joy in working with the youth in her church.. She loved cooking, family gatherings and taking her nieces
and nephews on trips.
Katherine was employed with the State of Louisiana where
she earned the position of Assistant to the District Attorney for the City of Gonzales Louisiana. She remained in this position
until she returned to live in Johnson City in 1996.
She leaves to mourn her passing her mother, Katie Dave, 2 daughters, Kimberly
and Keyla Stephens, 1 son, Kennon Stephens, 3 grandchildren, Kiana "Kee" Stratton,
Kadren "Bubbie" Benson and Kailee "Judy Stephens, 1 sister, Regina Smith, 3 brothers, Douglas Smith, James Moncrief and Thomas
"Ricky" Sayers, several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of relatives and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICES
will be
held at 2 PM, Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Thankful Baptist Church,
1501 East Watauga Ave., with Rev. C. D. Johnson, Pastor officiating. Burial to follow at Westlawn Cemetery. The
family will receive friends from 1 PM until 2 PM, prior to the service
at the church.
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MARY RUTH FAIR
Mary Ruth Fair, 78, 187 Knob Creek Boat Dock Road, Lot 110, went home to heaven
to be with her Lord on Saturday, January 21, 2012.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Fair, Sr., her sister, Lucy Bennett
and great grandson, Christopher Gibson.
Survivors include, her daughter, Diane Adams, her sons, Mike Fair and wife, Tammy,
Earl Fair and wife, Jessica, Jerry Fair and wife, Kathy and Conley Fair, all of Johnson City. She had 14 grandchildren and
16 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at the Birchette
Mortuary ‘Chapel of Love". Burial to follow at Monte Vista Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jay Fair, Michael Fair,
Jackie Good, Hack Arnett, Ryan Dishner and Bill Hoilman, The family will receive friends from 10 AM until 11 AM prior to the
services at the chapel.
WILLIAM A. CUTSHAW
We regretfully announce the homegoing of
William A. Cutshaw
141 East Market St. Apt 212
on Wednesday, January 11, 2012
at his residence.
NO SERVICES PLANNED AT THIS TIME
JULIA MAE COUSIN
Julia
Mae Cousin, age 93, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Appalachian Christian Village Nursing Home. She was born March 27, 1918 in Birmingham, AL. She
was preceded in death by her husband Horace Cousin, parents, sister Katherine Foster, and brothers Albert, Jessie, Percy,
and Frank Harris.
Julia Mae was a member of Grace Temple Church
Eternal Life Center where she participated in various capacities. She was an honorary
member of the House of Representatives for the State of Tennessee during Gov. Ned Ray McWherther’s term. She was a previous President for Women’s Christian Temperance Union. She
was well known for her civic and community leadership and a mother to all who knew her.
She is survived
by her daughters, Hattie (Tommy) Barkley, and Bertha Swepson; sons, Samuel D. (Dana) Stuart, Willie James (Gail) Stuart, and
Charles Edward (Ann) Stuart; sister, Martha Lee Brownlee, brother, Willie James Harris,
several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, special extended family members and life-long
friend Mrs. Pinky Horton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to
Grace Temple Church Eternal Life Center in c/o Julia Cousin Memorial Library, 208 Garden Dr., Johnson City, TN 37604.
FUNERAL SERVICES
will be held at 7 PM, Sunday, January
8, 2012 at Grace Temple Church, 208 Garden Drive with Dist. Elder Mark Redd officiating. Graveside services will be held
at 10 AM, Monday, January 9, 2012 at the V. A. National Cemetery, Mountain Home. The family will receive friends from 6 PM
until 7 PM, Sunday prior to the servcies at the church.
DANIEL W. McKINNEY
Mr. Daniel Wesson McKinney, 73, of 2732 West Walnut Street,
Johnson City, TN, formerly of Kings Mountain, NC, died Thursday, December 29, 2011, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was
born March 4, 1938, to the late King Odell and Edna Davis McKinney, in Cleveland County, NC.
At an early age Dan joined
and was a faithful member of Green Bethel Baptist Church, in Boiling Springs, NC. He later became a member of Long Branch
Baptist, in Grover, NC where he served as a deacon and an usher for many years. He retired from Merita Bakery, in Charlotte,
NC, after forty years of dedicated service.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Creola
Mitchell, Naomi Williams, Hester Walker and Elizabeth Ware; four brothers, Elbert “Doc” McKinney, Dewitt McKinney,
James McKinney and Robert McKinney.
He leaves to cherish many wonderful memories, two daughters, Monika McKinney of
Johnson City, TN and Nicole McKinney Bates of Virginia Beach, VA; three sons, Westley McKinney, Danny McKinney (Leslie) and
Kelvin McKinney (Renee) all of Charlotte, NC; two brothers, Walter McKinney and Odell McKinney both of Miami, FL; fifteen
grand children, four great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He will be remembered by all
who knew him.
FUNERAL SERVICES
will be Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 2:00 PM,
at Long Branch Baptist Church, in Grover, NC. Pastor Larry Dixon will officiate. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM at the church on Wednesday. The family will be at the home of Annette
London, 5614 Lennox Drive, Kings Mountain, NC.
MRS. VILETA KAYE WOOD
1252
Knob Creek Road, went home to be with the Lord on Monday December 19, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center after
a long and courageous battle with cancer.She was born April 29, 1952 to the Elder George W. Carpenter and Edith
Thomas Carpenter.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother George Carpenter, Jr. and
a very special Aunt Stella Echols.
Survivors include her husband, Fletcher Wood, daughter, Felicia Wood, son, Caylon Wood, sister, Theresa
Collins and a host of nieces, nephews, family and close friends. In addition to her church work, she loved to bake, visit
with family and friends, and collect die-cast cars. Kaye worked for Johnson City Press for 6 years as a carrier and earned
the Johnson City Press Carrier of the month in January 2008. She also worked at Home Instead Senior Care until she became
ill.
will
be held at 2 PM Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Grace Temple Eternal Life Center; 208 Garden Drive; Johnson City, TN, Pastor Mark Redd. The family
will receive friends from 12:00- 2:00 P.M. Interment will be at Washington County Memory Gardens.
DEACON LEROY HOLLOWAY
LeRoy Holloway, 85 of Johnson City, TN passed away at his
home on Wednesday, November 30, 2011. He was employed at Noland Company for 40 years and a member of Grace Temple Church,
Eternal Life Center for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jess and Viola Wilson and brother, Earl Wilson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years,
Loretha Holloway, sons Richard (Gloria) Holloway, LeRoy Holloway, and two daughters, Connie (Gary) Hardge and Anita Covington;
sister, Carolyn (Mickey) Wilson and a host of grandchildren and nephews.
FUNERAL SERVICES
will be held at 2 PM, Sunday, December 4, 2011 at Grace Temple Church, Eternal Life Center, 208 Garden Drive,
with services conducted by Pastor Mark Redd. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. at Grace Temple
Church, Eternal Life Center with services to follow. Interment to follow at Washington County Memory Gardens.
MORRIS "Toogie" HUNTER, JR.
Mr. Morris Hunter entered into rest on Wednesday, November
23, 2011 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Mr. Hunter was born June 13, 1932 to his proud parents, the late Morris A. Hunter
and Alberta Young Hunter. "Toogie" (as he was affectionally called) was educated in the Johnson City School System, graduating
from Langston High School.
Morris served in the U.S. Army. While stationed in Germany,
he was a star football player and was given the nickname "Hop Along Hunter". Morris retired from TPI in Gray, TN.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by
his sister Jacquetta Mathes.
He leaves to mourn his loss, daughters, Moricina (Gary) Fain of Johnson City; Kim (Seymour) Ray of Bristol, TN and sons,
Duncan Hunter of Bristol, TN and James Albert Smith of Johnson City; a sister, Loretta Smith, three granddaughters,
LaKissha (Odarius) Williams of Washington, DC; Tara and Elizabeth Ray of Bristol, TN and grandson, Shawn Ray of Bristol, TN;
seven great grandchildren; several nieces; nephews; cousins, and a very special friend and companion Frankie Hunter.
.The family wishes to thank the Hospice nurses as well as the doctors and nursing staff at the Johnson City Medical Center
for the care that was given to Mr. Hunter during his time of need.
FUNERAL SERVICES
will be held at 6 PM, Sunday, November 27, 2011 at the Birchette Mortuary "Chapel of Love". Graveside services
will be held at 1 PM, Monday at the V. A. National Cemetery, Mountain Home with full military honors. The family will receive
friends from 5 PM until 6 PM prior to the services.
MICHAEL CRAIG MATHES
Mr. Micheal Craig Mathes was born July 17th 1960, to Mr. Russell and Dorothy Mathes of Jonesbourgh, Tennessee. He
attended Jonesborough Elementary and later David Crockett High School where he graduated with honors.
As a permanent resident
of Atlanta, Georgia, he served twenty-five years at the Georgia Regional Hospital. As a nurse’s aide he benevolently
provided care for people with special needs and other capacities. His compassion for his fellow coworkers and
patients was limitless.
Michael Mathes,
also referred to as Craig by some family members and friends, was a honorable man, son, brother, and uncle who knew the Lord.
He was a faithful worshipper. He was baptized and raised at Bethel Christian Church and later became a member of the Cathedral
of the Holy Spirit and more recently, New Life Baptist Church.
He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dorothy Mathes;
and four sisters: Sandra Avery (James), Linda Vaught Harrington, Dollie Barkley (Bruce), and Barbara Yett. He leaves behind
a host of nieces and nephews and friends.
HOMEGOING SERVICES
will
be held at 2 PM, Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Bethel Christian Church, 701 Depot St. with Pastor Vincent Dial officiating.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 2 PM prior to the services. Burial to follow at Union Grove Cemetery at
New Victory.
JOE STELLA HENDERSON
Mrs. Joe-Stella Stewart-Henderson
was born May 04, 1925 in Pelzer, South Carolina in Greenville County. She was the daughter of the late John Stewart and Queen Esther Chapman-Stewart. She completed her journey residing with her very loving
and dutiful daughter Patricia A. Golden-Johnson of Elizabethton, TN; in the company of family and friends.
At an early age, Joe gave
her life to Christ at New Forksville Baptist Church in Honea Path, SC. Relocating to Detroit, Michigan; she established membership
at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Detroit. She then relocated to Elizabethton, TN in 2006 where she united with Thankful
Baptist Church of Johnson City, TN.
Mrs. Joe-Stella attended Benedict
College in Columbia, SC. She served as Principle at Pine Hill School and was the last surviving teacher of the New Forksville
School of Honea Path, SC. She put her unique gift for making clothing to use in Detroit and became a sought out seamstress.
Momma Joe is survived by her
loving husband, Otis Henderson, Sr. of Detroit, MI. Daughters Rev. Maude (William) Scott of Piedmont, SC; Patricia A. Golden
(Rev. C. Danny) Johnson of Elizabethton, TN; Dr. Gwen (Rev. Melvin) Parker of Jackson, MI; Debbie (Lonnie) Spencer of Detroit
and son, Rev. Otis (Toni) Henderson, Jr. of Detroit. Stepdaughter Estell Wilder from Inman, SC. Grandchildren, Robert, Veronica,
Erick, Garrett, Taylor, Jordan, Star, Tyler and Kyle, Pamela, Justin and Joshua. Her surviving siblings are brother Artis
(Ottie Lee) Stewart and sister Pauline Johnson of Pelzer, SC. Three sister’s in-law; Gracie Stewart, Pelzer, SC; Janie
Stewart, Piedmont, SC and Ernestine Stewart of Detroit, MI. There are many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Special mention must be made
for the help of Helena Kuylee and Mountain State Hospice.
Joe was preceded by her grandson
Lajuan Henderson; a granddaughter Tamara Wilder; brothers Edward, John, Richard, Theodore Stewart and sister Mary L. Hill.
HOMEGOING SERVICE
The celebration of her home-going
will be held at Thankful Baptist Church on November 16, with viewing from 6:30 to 7:00, the homegoing service will begin at 7 pm. The graveside service will be at New Forksville
Baptist Church in Honea Path, SC on November 19, 2011, under the direction of Watkins-Garrett & Woods Mortuary.
JAMES R. MALONE
Mr. James“Jimmie”
Malone, age 67, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 8, 2011
after a lengthy illness.
He was born in Mountain
City, Tennessee on July 7, 1944, and was the son of the late Charles “Gee” and Martha “Ethel”
Malone. After high school, he relocated to Johnson City for about 15 years and then moved to Warren, Ohio where
he lived for 30 years. While residing in Warren, he was an active member of Trinity Baptist Church where he served
as a trustee, a member of the male choir, and the church custodian. He was also a member of the King Solomon
#87 Masonic Lodge P.H.A. He worked at Peerless Electric as a factory worker for many years. He also
worked for Second Baptist Church Preschool before returning to Johnson City in 2002.
Upon
returning to Johnson City, he became an active member of New Zion Faith Center.
He was a wonderful father, brother and friend. He
enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening, and church/community activities.
A special thanks to his sister/caregiver Susie Rollins,
and the staff of DaVita Dialysis Center, ETSU Physicians Group, and Johnson City Medical Center, who were all very instrumental
in his care.
Besides
his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
He leaves to cherish his memories, a daughter Cheryl Malone of Cleveland Ohio,
four sisters Susie (Charles) Rollins, Nancy (David, Sr) Dugger, Ann Hale all of Johnson City and Brenda Elmore of Nashville,
Tennessee along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Funeral
services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday November 12, 2011 at Grace Temple Eternal Life Center. Pastor Ernest
Widby of New Zion Faith Center will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the service. Graveside services to follow at Washington County
Memory Gardens, Johnson City, TN. The
family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Susie Rollins, 1509 E. Holston Ave, Johnson City, TN.
DAVID ALLEN ADAMS
Psalm: 89:19
I have bestowed strength on a warrior; I have exalted a young man from among the people.
David A. Adams, 44 years departed this life to with the Lord on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at the Veteran's Administration Medical Center.
He was surrounded by his family after a
courageous battle with cancer. David was of Baptist faith.
David was well loved by anyone who came in contact with him. He was born in Dante, Virginia and attended Castlewood High School where he excelled in sports. As a result of his athletic
prowess, he enrolled at Lincoln
Memorial College. After graduation David enlisted in the
United States Army. He was successful in the U.S. Army, spending a tour of service in Operation Desert Storm. David was
very proud of the medals, badges, citations and campaign ribbons he earned while serving his country. He was preceeded in
death by his loving Mother, Kathryn Adams, grandparents and a host of uncles and aunts. He leaves to mourn his loss,
a daughter, Caitlin Adams, his father, Everitt Yates and wife, Shirley; Six brothers: Lawrence "Pop", Ruben and William "Bill
Bones" Adams of Johnson
City, TN, Paul Adams of Richmond, VA, Charles "Doc" Adams of Lebanon, VA and Corrie Simmons of Fayetteville, NC; Three sisters: Sharon Foster of Johnson City, TN, Evette
Yates of Greensboro,
NC and Thelma Williams of Albany, NY; a special family, Scotty and Kelly Tester, a host of aunts,
uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins.
A very special thank you to Dr. Tolan, Dr. James Ross and all of the staff at the V.A. Medical Center and Bldg 162.
HOMEGOING SERVICES
will be conducted at Thankful Baptist Church, 1501 E. Watauga Ave., Johnson City, TN on
Monday, November 14, 2011. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with service to follow immediately
after. Rev. C. Danny Johnson will be officiating. Burial will follow at the Mountain Home Cemetery with full military rites. You may visit the family at 2023 E. Unaka Ave. at any time prior to services.
JERRY LOUIS STEVENSON
That is why
we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.
Mr. Jerry
Louis Stevenson, 57, Limestone, entered into peaceful rest surrounded by his family and friends on November 3, 2011 at the residence of his sister Virginia Pirtle.
He was native
of Limestone, TN and was employed by Quint C Pallet Company, in Limestone.
Jerry had
a very giving soul. He enjoyed being surrounded by his family, doing yard work, carpentry, and entertaining others.
He was preceded
in death by his Parents: Albert L. and Virginia Stevenson; Brother Albert L. “Tookum”
Stevenson
Jr.; Sisters: Alberta “Tina” Thomas, Fannie Mae Campbell, and Ada Peeler Avery.
Survivors
include 2 daughters & 1 son. Melissa Kirkpatrick Brabson of Maryville, Talita Collins Johnson of Fort Valley, Georgia,
and Jeremy “Fess” Hall of Greeneville. 6 Sisters: Virginia Pirtle and Mary Lucy Edwardson of Johnson City, Annette
Stevenson of Limestone, Savannah Dickson of Jonesborough, and Virginia Wells of Kings Mountain, NC. 3 Brothers Douglas Stevenson
of Johnson City, Fred & Henry Stevenson of Limestone. Nine grandchildren, several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
will
be held on November 8, 2011 at 2:00pm at New Beginning Church, 223 Opie Arnold Road, Limestone, TN. Private Interment for
immediate family only will be held at Urbana Cemetery in Limestone with Rev. Raymond Dickerson officiating.
Family
will receive friends from 12:00-2:00 P.M. on November 8, 2011 at New Beginning Church prior to the services at the church
and at other times at 637 Princeton Road, Apt. 3 Johnson City, where floral arrangements
can be sent.
The
family would like to express a special thanks to Dr. April Lambert-Drwiega, Dr. Martin Palmeri and staff, Hospice, and everyone
at Johnson City Medical Center on 7400 floor especially Mike, Mary, Davina.
COLUMBUS "Ted" HARTSAW
Mr. Columbus “Ted”
Hartsaw, 306 W. 9th Ave entered into rest on Tuesday November 1, 2011 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Hartsaw was born December 30, 1917 to his proud parents, the late John and Mary
Davenport Hartsaw. “TED” (as he was called by all who knew him) was
educated in the Johnson City School System, attending Dunbar Elementary, and graduating from Langston High School.
“Ted” was a star
basketball and football player for his beloved “Langston” starring as Captain of his basketball and football teams. The school received high athletic honors due to his leadership and commitment to the
“Langston Golden Tigers”. “Ted” was fondly called “Coach”
by members of the little league teams that he coached. Some of his team players
went on to excel in high school, college, and some even going on to play for major league teams.
When his country sounded
the call in WWII, “Ted” answered the call serving in the army, both state side and oversees. After his tour of duty, he completed Masonry classes for U.S. Veterans that were being taught in the gym
of Langston High School.
“Ted” was a man
of many talents! He was employed with the Clinchfield Railroad as well as the John Sevier Hotel. Because of his Custodial Services, he was well known in downtown Johnson City, and surrounding areas. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He
continued to maintain his Custodial services until declining health would not permit him to do so. When you met “Ted” Hartsaw you were warmed by his friendly smile and extended hand, always
willing to help whenever and wherever he could. He especially loved working and
helping with fundraisers for churches that needed extra help financially.
Mr. Hartsaw was a member
of Thankful Baptist Church, and affiliated himself with St. Paul AME Zion Church where his late wife and other family members
attended.
In addition to his parents,
he was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Viola Hayden Hartsaw, son Colin Vaught, three sisters, Annie Williams, Kathleen
Hartsaw, and Millie Conley. Two nephews, DeWitt Williams, Columbus Williams,
a grandson, Jerry Bridwell, Jr. and his “best buddy” Leonard Simmons.
He leaves to mourn his loss,
daughters, Norma Faye Bridwell, and Verna Howard of Johnson city as well as Kaye Hartsaw of Atlanta, Ga. Three sons Columbus “Teddy” Hartsaw Jr., Myron Hartsaw, and Kenny Parks of Johnson City. Jerry (Valdred) Hartsaw of Highland, Ca. Five granddaughters, Tonya Berry, Chandra Bridwell, Sherry Roberts, Kim Hartsaw, and
LaToya Neary. Two grandsons, Duston and Brandon Howard. He is also survived 13 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives
and friends as well as his other “best postal buddie, Charles Buford.
“Ted” was lovingly
cared for by his daughter-in-law Carolyn “Cee Cee” Hartsaw throughout his lingering illness.
The family wishes to thank
the Hospice agencies as well as the Doctors and Nursing staff at the Veterans Administration for the care given to Mr. Hartsaw
during his time of need.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Funeral services will be held at 7 PM, Sunday, November
6, 2011 at St. Paul A. M. E. Zion Church, corner of Welbourne and Millard St, with Rev. James Snapp, Pastor officiating. Graveside
services will be held at 11 AM, Monday at Washington County Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5 PM until
7 PM prior to the services at the church and at other times at the residence.l
