OUR FAMILIES
"Don't Weep for Me"
Farewell my family, don't weep
for I am at peace now, I am just asleep
Farewell my family, I am not alone.
the Lord our God has led me safely home.
Think about the many years, holding back the tears
Yet God somehow, always made a way.
And we thank Him every night for another day.
Be good my family always have each other.
Be thoughtful loved ones
Be strong my family, strong in heart,
The blood ties, no one can ever part.
Farewell my family, life's been called away,
Walk with God, trust in him each day.
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CHARLES (LOUIE) ARMSTRONG
Charles (Louie) Armstrong - age 92, departed this life Sunday, February 14, 2010, at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Preceded in death by wife, Pauline and granddaughter, Desiree Armstrong. Survived by children, Charles (Barbara), Nashville, Ralph (Angelynne), Henderson, NV, Chaplain Lt. Col. Phillip Armstrong, Augusta, GA, David (Geraldine), Paul (Dorothy), Marilyn (G.T.) Wilkerson, Dwight (Gina), State Representative Joe (LeTonia), all of Knoxville; grandchildren, Charles (Wanda) M. Armstrong, Jr., Gwendolyn L. Beach, Sharron L., Ronald (Valeria) M., Duane (Yolanda), Diedra, Andrew (Tiffany) Brown, Phillip George, Phillip Charles, Christin Joy, Armstrong, Nota (John) Hunter, Shana G., Angelina Armstrong, Felicia Armstrong-Bond, Paul (Loretta) Arm-strong, Jr., Mary Armstrong, Brandi (Raymond) Frazier, Michelle Wilkerson, Alicia, Dwight C. Armstrong, Jr., Keyondra Armstrong, Stephanie (Chris) Crossland, Cory, Aleah Armstrong; thirty-two great-grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren; brother, Carl D. (Sonja) Armstrong; sister, Juanita Thomas; other family members include the Anderson, Brandenberg, Lattimore, Lundy, Moore, McGinnis, Moffett, and Thomas Families; a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews. A native Knoxvillian, Louie was a graduate of the 1936 class of Austin High School. Employed for 50 years, he was well known in the community as an Insurance Representative for Atlanta Life Insurance Company and retired as a District Manager in 1982. Former member of Knox County Court, presently known as Knox County Commission, from 1954-1958. During his tenure, he led the effort to establish the Carl Cowan Park and Pool. He held various offices as a member of the TN Valley Lodge #1152, I.B.P.O.E of W (Elks); a charter member of First AME Zion Church, where he served as Trustee, Sunday School Teacher, Treasurer, and member of the Men's and church senior choir.
The family wishes to extend our gratitude and sincere thanks to the staff of Hillcrest South for their outstanding professional care and devotion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Beck Cultural Center, 1927 Dandridge Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915, in memory of C. L. Armstrong. The family will receive friends from 11:00-12:00 noon, Saturday, February 20, 2010, funeral service, 12:00 noon at Greater Warner Tabernacle A.M.E. Zion Church, Rev. Ezra T. Maize officiating. Interment, Bethlehem Cemetery.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.
Mr. Armstrong's guest book is available at www.jarnigansmortuary.com.
VAN KENNETH SNAPP
Van Kenneth Snapp - of Memphis, TN, formerly of Knoxville, departed this life
Sunday, February 14, 2010. Survivors, mother, Doris Snapp; wife, Brenda Snapp; daughter, Asheta (Lamont) Williams; three grandchildren; sisters and brothers, Lexine S. Pasha, Daria (Ronald) Snapp-Johnson, Ingrid (Clifford) Glenn, Gino (Jennifer) Snapp, Kevin (Monica) Snapp, Anna Snapp; uncles and aunts, Tommy (Virginia) Snapp, Merriam Croff, Virginia Ingram and a host of other relatives and friends.
Viewing 1:00- 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at E. H. Ford Funeral Home, 3390 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN; Memorial service, 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 17, 2010.
Notice by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com.
CARLTON EUGENE "DEE" "DYNAMITE" WESTON
Carlton Eugene "Dee" "Dynamite" Weston - of Knoxville, departed this life at U. T. Hospital Sunday, February 14, 2010. Survivors, wife, Mary K. Mebane Weston; children, DeNae (Debbie Mathis), Carlton E. Weston (Connie Holloway); mother, LaSalle Bailey; sisters, Mary Weston, Kimberly K. Weston (Billy ) Howard, Kristy S. Weston (Joseph) Mobley, Cindy Jones; brothers, Kenneth (Eloise) Greenlee Weston, John L. Weston; a host of aunts and uncles; many other relatives and friends to include, devoted friends, Rodney "Squirl" Hammond and Mary Beauchaine and family.
Family will receive friends 6:00-6:30 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2010 at Jarnigan's Chapel; funeral service, 6:30 p.m. Family will assemble at 1816 Rivershore Dr.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
EARNEST GRANT MIZE
Earnest Grant Mize - 61 of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2010. Survivors: mother, Flossie Sanders; sisters, Frances (Arnold) Brashears, Darlene Cash; brother, Charlie (Lisa) Mize; devoted friend, Glria Dean Brason.
Celebration of life services Monday, February 22, 2010, 6:00 p.m. Jarnigan's Chapel, Rev. Arnold Brashears officiating.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
NANNIE MALLORY ROBERTS
Nannie Mallory Roberts - of 1109 Beaman Lake Rd, departed this life, Sunday, February 14, 2010. Member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, retired resident assistant at Brandon Hall Knoxville College. Survivors: Daughters, Patricia Netherland, Phyllis Brantley, Willingboro, NJ, Jeannie (Eugene) Parks; devoted nephew, Frank (Pete) Mallory; former sons-in-law Willard (Selma) King, Willingboro, NJ and Dewey W. Roberts, II; grandchildren , Robert (Jennifer) Netherland, Jeffrey (Jackie) Netherland, Memphis, TN, Gizani (Jerome) Maxie, Atlanta, GA, Dewey (Tracey) Roberts III, Aisha Roberts, Ross Jones, Knoxville, George (Julie) Brantley, John Christopher (Tina) Roberts, Keisha King, Crystal King all of Willingboro, NJ,. 22 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; special friends, Janie Davis, Jerome Bowen, Dale, Doyle Glascock, Miss Emma, Eloise Brown, Audrey Kirk, the Lay, Luttrell, Hamilton, Rowans, Martin, Mallory, Terrell and Lewis families, the staff at St. Mary's Hospice, the staff and residents at Golden Age Retirement Village, Dr. Durbin, many nieces and nephews, and friends.
Family will receive friends, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Monday, February 22, 2010 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2714 Brooks Rd, funeral service, 1:00 pm, Rev. Johnnie W. Skinner, Sr., officiating. Internment, Sherwood Memorial Gardens. Family will assemble at the home of Jeannie Roberts-Parks, 5920 Meadowland Drive.
Family and friends will assemble at 5920 Meadowland Dr.
Arrangements will be announced by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.
RICHARD (GRILL) MILLS
Richard (Grill) Mills - was born on February 27, 1977 and departed his life on Thursday, February 18, 2010. He was a graduate of Austin East High School. Richard was preceded in death by his loving grandmother, Virginia (Baby Sister) Mills; grandfather, Milton Mills, Sr. He leaves to mourn his passing: loving mother, Teresa Mills; father, Richard (Sherrie) Yarborough; brothers, Rodney Mills and Lawson Pope, Jr.; grandmother, Charlotte Yarborough; grandfather, James Carwell; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins as well as many special friends.
The funeral services will be held at Jarnigan and Son Mortuary on Wednesday, February 24, 2010. The family will receive friends from 12-1 p.m. followed by service at 1 p.m. Elder William Pace officiating. The family will assemble at the home of Charles Mills, 2110 Texas Ave. Apt. 70.
Jarnigan & Son Mortuary in charge of arrangements. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
KATHRYN MARIE RIMEL
Kathryn Marie Rimel - of Knoxville, departed this life Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Fort Sanders Medical Center. Member of Goode's Temple AME Zion Church. Retired from Martin Marietta Y-12 plant after 25 years of service. Preceded in death by son, Rickey Cleveland; parents, Kanzadia and Carl Rimel. Survivors: her only uncle, Hubert "Brother" Moulder; aunt, Mildred (Darwin) Wilson; special family members, Gary Moulden and Carolyn Bishop; several cousins to include, Nancy Peoples and James Parton; many friends to include, the Barbara Hartshaw and Lena Ellis families; devoted friend, Shirley Gouley.
Family will receive friends, 12:00-1:00 p.m., Saturday at Goode's Temple; funeral service, 1:00 p.m., Rev. Dr. Lamont Foster, officiating. Interment Gillette Cemetery. Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
RODEL (PRETTY PAPA) WOODRUFF
Rodell (Pretty Papa) Woodruff - age 88, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Friday February 26, 2010 at NHC Fort Sanders. Preceded in death by wife, Clara Jean Woodruff; son, Rodell Woodruff, and infant daughter Rodella Marie Woodruff; parents, Isaac and Rosie Woodruff. Last surviving sibling of six brothers, Willie B., Elvin Sr., Randolph, Gregolia, Elmo, Minus and one sister, Esther Johnson. Survivors: devoted daughters, Mayora (Lisa) Brodie and Joy Denise (Walter) Dooley; devoted friend, Edward Sawyer Sr.; grandchildren, Robert, Shelton, Iram Woodruff, Walter II, Angel Dooley, Roneshia and Ronshari Bennett; twenty-four great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Ronald Carter; sisters-in-law, Jessie Patterson, Florida, Myrtle Robinson, Anita Carter, Lillian (Arthur) Revels, Knoxville, Delores Woodruff, Dorothy Woodruff, and Celestine Woodruff, Nashville; many other nieces, nephews and devoted friends. Specials thanks to devoted caregiver Tara Irvin and NHC Fort Sanders 1st Floor staff.
Family will receive friends, 11:30 - 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Jarnigan's Chapel. Interment, Knoxville National Cemetery. The family will assemble at the home of his daughter, Mayora (Lisa) Brodie, 6008 Newington Lane, Knoxville, 37912. The family request in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
WILLIAM R. BLOCKER
William R. Blocker - of Knoxville, departed this life, Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center in Hopkinsville, KY. Born August 19, 1925 in Charlotte, NC to the late Henrietta and William Blocker, Sr. Member of St. Luke Episcopal Church for over 50 years and received his pen for 50 years of dedicated service to his Church. He served as Treasurer for many years. Educated in the local schools and was a Veteran of the US Army, where he served in WWII and the Korean War. He was a member of 5 Masonic Bodies and was a 33rd degree Mason. He was a member of CC Russell Lodge #262 F&AM, Past Worshiper Master; member of Alcoa Consistory #175 AASR, past CIC, Holy Royal Arch Masons, Kalah Shrines Temple # 78, past Potentate, member of the order of Eastern Star and past Worthy Patron. He was married to Eola; they raised one daughter, Peggy. Eola preceded him in death. In 1982 he was united in marriage to Henrietta Walls Bradford. Survivors, loving wife, of 28 years, Henrietta; daughters, Peggy Hudgens, Knoxville, Patsy (Lionel) Holloway, Roanoke, VA; Freddie Sue Bradford, Detroit, MI, Charlotte (Bobby) Waller, Hopkinsville, KY; son, Mackie (Flora) Bradford, Detroit, MI; 9 grandchildren; several great- grandchildren; devoted sister-in-law, Mae Blocker; nephew, James Blocker, Jr.; nieces, Karen Butler and Valda Davis; a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends, 6:00-7:00 p.m., Friday, March 5, 2010 at Jarnigan's Chapel; funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2010 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Rev. David Tina, Officiating. Entombment Highland South Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary www.jarnigansmortuary.com
MICHAEL SHANE HARPER
Michael Shane Harper - attended Temple Baptist Church in his early years; Oak Ridge High School, 2009; and was a student at Tennessee Rehabilitation Institute in Smyrna, Tennessee. He was athletic and loved hand crafts. Nickname "Turkey B". He was a real "go-getter", a fast learner, and he loved his family. He was a great uncle and loved people and they loved him. Survivors: aunt (adopted loving mother) Brenda L. Harper; father, Bobby R. (Karen) Smith, Jr.; sisters, Joyce Holt, Jennifer Ocan; brothers, West Lennon, Randal, Steven; host of nieces and nephews; girlfriend, Theo Lawson; birth mother, Jenny Lynn Lennon Smith Mellon. Special thanks to Mr. Klimic, Anita Dearing, David Holmes, Superintendant of Tennessee Rehabilitation and many other friends and class mates.
Family and friends will assemble at 2:45 pm Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at First United Methodist Church, 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike. Family and friends visitation 3:00 - 3:30 pm; funeral service, 3:30 p.m. Interment Byrds Chapel Cemetery.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary www.jarnigansmortuary.com
SARAH L. McPHERSON
Sarah L. McPherson - of Knoxville, departed this life Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at Ft. Sanders Hospital.
Born December 26, 1939 to the late Leo and Robbie Chilton. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Retired from Knox County School system in 1985.
Preceded in death by parents; son, Anthony W.
McPherson and sister, Frances Nelson.
Survived by husband of 54 years, Carlton E. McPherson; daughters, Carolyn (Derrick) Lundy and Karen (Robert) Roebuck; honorary son, Anthony Moulden;
grandchildren, Dasha Lundy, Tanisha Roebuck,
Anthony (AC) McPherson, and Kanea Roebuck;
great-grandchildren, Kenadi, Jalia and Jaden,
brothers-in-law, Allen (Ann) McPherson and John (Lisa) Davidson; sister-in-law, Lillie McPherson; many devoted
nieces and nephews; very dear cousins, including
Annette Braden (IN), Rhoshalle Russell (AZ), Laura Jean
Brabson (TN), Clifford (Simone) Dedrick (DC), Jane
(Loudell) Littlejohn (CA), Sarah Tillery (FL), Bunny (Oscar)
Kelly, (TN) and the Witt's (Athens, TN); very dear friends,
including the class of 1957 from Austin High, childhood
friends from Park City, Marion (Toots) Taylor (PA),
Beverly McDuffey Ward and Shirley (Cool) Martin;
other close family friends include the
McDuffey, Price, McGhee, Smith, Banks, Nash,
Jarnigan & Son Families and many more.
Special thanks to Fort Sanders Hospital and
Thompson Oncology Group for their excellent care.
Family will receive friends, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Wednesday,
March 10, 2010 at Mount Olive Baptist Church; funeral
service, 5:30 p.m., Rev. Dr. Kelly M. Smith, Jr., Officiating.
Interment Sherwood Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.
www.jarnigansmortuary.com
CALVIN WILLIAM LOCKE
Calvin William Locke - born June 6, 1954, departed this live on Tuesday, March 2, 2010. Preceded in death by the late Eula Locke and James McSpadden: mother-in-law, Mary Ruth Gillette; sons, Micael Theron Gillette and Hawittia Gillette; sister, Magelende Locke. He leaves to mourn his passing, devoted wife, Edna Louise Locke; children, Calvin Jr., Candy, Calvina (Gregory) Smith, William Gillette and Kandi Duncan; grandchildren, Calvin, Gregory Smith, William Gillette Jr., Zyrone, Zakayous, Zekeous, Michael Gillette, Kandi, Choqeis, and Choqerion Duncan; sisters, Joann Settles and Christine Moore: brother, James McSpadden; sisters-in-law, Katherine Gillette (Ricky Blair), Lennise, Erika Gillette; brothers-in-law, Curtis Gillette, Sebastin (Vicki) Gillette; devoted friends, Jessie Forbes Jr., Buster, Pete, Frank, Ada, Mamie, Barbara Jean, Luke, Clarence Yancy (Baby Brother); and host of nieces, nephews. and cousins. Special thanks to the Knoxville News Sentinel staff, Fort Sanders staff, Dr. Richard Phelps., and Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.
Family visitation will be held Sunday, March 7, 2010, 2:30 - 3:30 pm at Jarnigan & Son Mortuary Chapel with funeral following. Interment Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Jarnigan & Son Mortuary in charge of arrangements. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
JACK B. WINTON
Jack B. Winton - of Knoxville, departed this life at home Friday, March 12, 2010. Retired from Knoxville City Schools, after 33 years of service. A member of Parkview House of God. Son of the late Alonzo and Emma Smith Winton. Preceded in death by daughter, Carolyn Winton. Survived by beloved wife, Helen L. Foster Winton; daughter, Jewel Winton; granddaughters, Melanie Winton, Vina Clark; sister, Janie Louise Winton; brother-in-law, David (Joyce) Foster; sisters-in-law, Rosie Foster, Dorothy Pate; host of nieces, nephews and cousins; and many friends, to include Deaconess Ether Jackson, Deacon A. Bonds.
Family will receive friends Monday, March 15, 2010 at 11 am to 11:30 am, Parkview House of God, 2334 Parkview Ave. Celebration services to follow 11:30, Elder Delois Bonds officiating. Interment, Tennessee State Veteran Cemetery.
Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
