Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, October 15, 1953, Page 8: "William M. Chapman, 85, of Greenback, died Sunday at his home. Survivors include three sons, eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services and burial were held Tuesday afternoon at Piney Grove." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, August 26, 1931, Page 1: "Madisonville Route Two---Thomas E. Haun, aged 65 years, who passed away at the home of his brother, W.S. Haun, at Sweetwater, was brought to Chestua Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 18. After a funeral by Rev. O.D. Fleming, was interred in the cemetery. Mr. Haun was converted while young and joined the church, but from some cause wandered afar off from his Lord and lived in sin for many years. He was restored to the joys of his first love during his last illness and died happy in a Savior's love. A part of the life of Mr. Haun deserves special mention. The devotion to his aged mother after the death of his father, as far as it was possible, he seemed to take his place together with his niece, Miss Della Thompson, a most lovable creature, took special pains to make her life happy and pleasant. Miss Thompson is writing of their life together, said: "Oh! We were a happy family." And now we feel sure they are reunited around the throne of God. He will always be remembered in the minds of our elder people on account of the devotion to his mother. There were many beautiful floral offerings." ---Nellie C. Stakely. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, December 9, 1931, Page 3: "In Memory of Miss Vola Keyees, who passed to her Eternal Home on Sabbath afternoon, November 29th. You cannot say, you must not say, that she is dead, she is just away! With a cheery smile and a wave of the hand, She has wandered into an unknown land. How very fair it needs must be, since she lingers there. Out of the toil and turmoil she has gone, let her sleep! The summer has vanished, our song bird has flown, let her sleep! Cover her resting place with flowers. Let her sleep. Yet our lives are still burdened, her struggle is over. Let her sleep. Let's not weep. Let us sail for the haven, on love's shining shore. Let her sleep. Do not weep. There safe in the realm of Christ's Kingdom above. Let her rest in the arms of the all Father's love. Let her sleep; Why dost weep? The power of an endless life. The thought gives meaning to all that is beautiful and good in life, which seems so short to us on this side. The short years lived by this beloved one were just the beginning of the endless years. Vola has passed through the gate and out of sight but her life is going on far more fully and beautifully beyond the gate. God is in it all. The end will be glorious when we come to the other side." ---Written by her devoted Sunday School teacher, Mrs. J.B. Carson. ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, December 16, 1931, Page 2: "Resolutions---After a splendid struggle against odds for more than three years, Vola Ann Keyees, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.W. Keyees, passed to the Celestial City to receive her reward on Sunday afternoon, November 29th, 1931, in her home near the Toqua Presbyterian Church, called Toqua Community. She became a member of this church when she was a mere child. "God knew all about those who loved her, How bitter the trial must be, And right through it all God is loving And knows so much better than we." Vola's calm and courage these suffering years was a source of inspiration to all who came in contact with her. She endeared herself in the hearts of all who knew her. The host of sorrowing friends who gathered for the service at the church was eloquent testimony to the wide-spread regard and affection for her. Be It Resolved---That we bow in humble submission to Him who doeth all things well; That we have suffered a great loss; That our church and community has been greatly blessed, having come under the influence of this saintly life. That we extend to the bereaved family our sincere sympathy in the loss of this loved one; That our prayer for them is that their lives may be rich in the faith and Christian graces exemplified in her life and character; That these resolutions be entered on the minutes of our church record, Toqua Presbyterian Church; That a copy be sent to the bereaved family." ---Toqua Presbyterian Young People. ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 9, 1931, Page 3: "Local Items Of Interest---The grand jury adjourned Tuesday until Thursday on account of the death of Mr. W.D. Watkins, father of the Assistant Attorney General E.E. Watkins. Death occurred at the home of Mrs. J.V. Robinson, a daughter, in Knoxville. The body was brought to Loudon for burial in the family cemetery eight miles from Loudon. Mr. Watkins was 82 years of age and one of the two last Union soldiers in Loudon County. He was a member of the Loudon County Court for 30 years." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, May 12, 1926, Page 1: "Bethlehem News---Several of the people of this community attended the funeral services Sunday of Mrs. Lucy Watkins, wife of Mr. Joe Watkins, who was buried a few days ago." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, October 27, 1937, Page 2: "In Memory---Ralph B. Tate was born Jan. 21, 1888, and died Oct. 6, 1937; age 49 years, nine months and twelve days. At the sunset of the day the spirit of our brother passed from its earthly tabernacle to the home not made by hands, eternal in the heavens. The home was shocked by the sudden death. He was a most devoted husband and father and a dear brother; a loyal friend and a sincere Christian. He professed faith in Christ at New Providence Baptist Church in the year 1903 and united himself to that church, of which he remained a faithful member until God called him home. He was married in early life to Miss Emily Mason; to them were given five children, Violet, Ralph, Audry and Margaret Tate. One died in infancy. These, with three brothers and two sisters and many more relatives, and his church, he leaves in sadness to await the summons home. How our hearts ache because of this separation, because of our great loss, and we can no longer have brother's words of hope and encouragement to cheer his presence to inspire along life's rugged way, no longer take sweet counsel with him. Farewell, dear brother, for a while; we will miss you for we love you, but Jesus loved you most and we promise to meet you in Canaan's land; and that will be a grand reunion "where the soul of man never dies." Funeral services were held at New Providence Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. Tom Nelson. The remains were laid to rest under a mound of flowers in the church cemetery." ---A Sister. ____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, March 2, 1938, Page 5: "Madisonville Route 2---Mrs. Fannie Harris passed away on Feb. 18, after a lingering illness with dropsy and heart trouble. "Aunt Fannie," as she was familiarly called, had been a resident of this community for many years and was well known to our people. She was 77 years of age. Two sons, Josiah and Tommy, with a number of grandchildren and a few great-grandchildren, grieve her passing; her husband and one son having preceded her to the spirit world. Her funeral occurred at the Chestua Methodist Church on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20, being conducted by the Rev. William Crye. The remains were interred in the cemetery nearby, being in charge of the Biereley Funeral Home. We join the friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved ones." _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, July 30, 1959, Page 3: "Former Florist Here Dies In Sweetwater---Miss Cora Mae Sprinkle, 72, of Sweetwater and Madisonville, died at 2:15 p.m. July 22 at Sweetwater Hospital following a lingering illness. Miss Sprinkle, who owned and operated florist shops for a number of years, was known for her love of beautiful flowers. Prior to and after her retirement, she worked diligently in the yard of her home, and usually the yard was a showplace of floral beauty. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ben Harrison of Sweetwater; four brothers, R.L. Sprinkle of Calhoun; Earnest and James Sample of Tucson, Arizona and Charles Sprinkle of Detroit, Michigan. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. Friday from First Baptist Church in Sweetwater. Rev. Anderson McCulley, pastor, and Dr. D.R. Greenhoe, pastor of Sweetwater First Presbyterian Church, officiated. Burial was in West View Cemetery." ___________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, October 30, 1946, Page 1: "In Memory Of James E. Mason, Aged 79---James Elwood Mason, 79, retired farmer and merchant, died at his home on Oct. 2, on Mt. Verd Road, after a lingering illness. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Samantha Green Mason; four daughters, Mrs. Mollie Tate Thompson of Madisonville; Mrs. Phoeba Tate of Colorado; Mrs. Flora Tate and Mrs. Emily Tate of Athens; two sons, Lester Mason of Chattanooga and Fred Mason of Conasauga; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Mason was the son of Jess Mason and Mrs. Catherine Smith Mason, pioneer residents of Cherokee Co, N.C. He was a member of New Providence Baptist Church near Tellico Plains where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Hoyt Shadden. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul, Howard, Byrl and Earl Tate, Floyd Gardner and Burton Mason." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 27, 1946, Page 1: "Mt. Vernon---Mrs. Texie Teague, an aged lady of our community, died at her home on Saturday night, Nov. 23, and was buried at Big Creek on Tuesday afternoon." _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 3, 1941, Page 1: "Cale Ingram, 58, farmer, died at his home at 2:30 p.m. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Corinth Church and burial was in the church cemetery. Surviving are his wife and two brothers, Robert C. Ingram of Tacoma and John Ingram of Cleveland." ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 10, 1941, Page 1: "Caleb Mott Ingram was born August 18, 1883, and died August 31, 1941, aged 58 years and thirteen days. Mr. Ingram was married to Mamie Elizabeth Roberts on Dec. 15, 1910. He united with St. Paul's Lutheran Church at Lakeside on June 17, 1941 by adult baptism, under the ministry of Rev. A.M. Huffman of Knoxville. He is survived by his wife and two brothers, John H. Ingram of Cleveland and Robert C. Ingram of Tacoma, Washington. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Raymond L. Booze, pastor of St. Paul's Church, assisted by Rev. A.M. Huffman of Knoxville, the services being held at Corinth Baptist Church." _______________________________________________________________ Subject: James Robert Lee Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 28, 1938, Page 1: "James Robert Lee, aged 81 years, died at his home near Englewood, Sunday. Funeral services were conducted from the home Monday at 2:30 p.m. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sarah P. Lee; two daughters, Mrs. Lula Masengill and Miss Emma Lee of Englewood, and one son, Walter H. Lee, also of Englewood. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren." ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, July 17, 1958, Page 4: "J.H. Walker Passes At Hospital Monday---James Harvey Walker, 78, of near Tellico Plains, died Monday afternoon at Sweetwater Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dovie Coleman Walker; five sons, Fred, Floyd, Jess, Bill and Ray Walker, all of Tellico Plains; a daughter, Mrs. R.O. Radford; 27 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; a brother and four sisters. Funeral services and burial took place Wednesday afternoon at the Hardshell Baptist Church." _________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, April 10, 1958, Page 1: "Levi Bowers Dies In Alcoa Sunday---Levi Bowers, 85, of Madisonville, died Sunday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. O.R. Freeman of Alcoa, where he had spent the winter. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include his wife; five sons, John and Mack Bowers of Madisonville; Ira B., W.J. and C.B. of Akron, Ohio; five daughters, Mrs. Freeman of Alcoa; Mrs. Viola Cormandy and Mrs. Rosa Goff all of Akron; 81 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren. Funeral afternoon at Madisonville Church of God. Burial was in Sunset Cemetery." ___________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, February 22, 1933, Page 2: Mrs. Robert Watson---Early in the morning just at the break of day, Feb. 8, 1933, God saw best in His all-wise power to call from earth to glory one whom we loved, Nelia Watson, wife of Robert Watson. All was done for her that loving hands could do to keep back that dark hour of death so sad to her husband, children and friends, but her robe and crown was ready and God said, "It is finished, come put them on," which was a happy moment with her. She spoke during her sickness of that long white robe and how happy Heaven would be. She professed faith in Christ in early girlhood days and was always ready to speak of how we should live and read our Bible. Her suffering was great, but she bore it patiently. She called her mother to her bed and took her by the hand and said, "Don't grieve about me Mamma, I will be happy." Then she called her husband and took him by the hand and asked him to meet her, and she said how lonesome it will be for you and the children. If I could only sit here, home would not be so lonesome. She knew the love and sympathy of a kind husband and children to a loving mother. She called her brother and told him to live a true life and meet her in Heaven, "I want us to be one united family up there." She called her children and told them they were old enough to remember how she had taught them to live and go to Sunday School and read the Bible and be good. I had the pleasure of spending a day with her a few months ago while she was in good health. She spoke of having a desire to attend meeting and Sabbath School and doing more for her Savior. Her health and the cares of little children kept her at home as all true mothers know. She was 42 years, 2 months and 27 days old. She was married Aug. 13, 1919. She leaves a husband and eight children, one being only eight days old at her death. Funeral services were held at the Chestua Methodist Church by Rev. J.H. McDaniel. The pallbearers who carried her body were Lee Moses, her nephew; Ramon, Wade, Edwin Watson; Fender Watson; Johnie Cook and Paul Cook. Her body was laid to rest in the cemetery near the church to await the Resurrection morn." ---A Sister-in-law, Mrs. Sam E. Watson. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, December 1, 1899: "Mt. Vernon---Rev. Samuel Haun, an esteemed and aged Baptist minister, of this vicinity, after a protracted illness died a few days since." ___________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, March 30, 1927, Page 1: "Route Two News Letter, last week---Alfred, little son of Mr. & Mrs. J.W. Land, died last Thursday night after an illness of four weeks of a peculiar disease which baffled the skill of one of our best physicians. His suffering was intense, but it is all over now and Alfred is happy with his dear Redeemer, his little brother, Willie, and sister, Minnie, who no doubt came to accompany his spirit home. Oh! That we were all as ready to go when the summons comes to each of us, for we know that "except we repent and become as little children, we shall in no wise enter the kingdom of Heaven." So let us prepare, for the night will come and then it will be too late to make preparation. Alfred was four years old on Sunday before he died, and was a bright little boy. He leaves besides his parents, six sisters and four brothers, who are heart-broken over his death. The remains were laid to rest in the Notchey Creek Cemetery on Friday afternoon. We join the many friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved family." ---Nellie Coltharp Stakely. _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, April 13, 1927, Page 1: "Route Two News Letter---A number of the friends and neighbors of Mr. John Land gathered together recently upon the invitation of Mr. J.A. Moses, and gave him a day's work on a new ground which he was clearing. Mr. Land was confined to the house four consecutive weeks during the illness of his little son, and this act of kindness on the part of his friends has helped him out quite a little and is very much appreciated by the recipient." ---Nellie Coltharp Stakely. ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 26, 1928, Page 3: "Local Items of Interest---Pryor L. Watson, former sheriff of this county, died at his home near Philadelphia, Monday night after a short illness. We did not learn the particulars." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, October 3, 1928, Page 1: "Interesting News From Route Six---I was sorry indeed to learn of the sickness and death of ex-Sheriff Pryor L. Watson. Mr. Watson was ever a friend whom I esteemed most highly. He was always so nice and pleasant to all whom he met. I was indeed sorry to hear of Pryor's death." ---Georgia A. Stakely, September 28, 1928. _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, July 15, 1942, Page 1: "Tulogahler---Many from this community attended the funeral of J.H. (Bud) Jones at Corinth, Monday. Mr. Jones passed away at his home in Loudon on July 4. He lived on the Fowler farm for many years. He was industrious, honest and upright in all his dealings. He was in his 81st year; had lived a long and useful life. He has reared a worthy family who resides in Monroe, Loudon and Knox Counties." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, August 28, 1940, Page 4: "William N. Miller died at his home in Sweetwater at 12:20 a.m. Saturday. He was 81. Surviving are his wife, five daughters, Mrs. Pearl Grisam of Sweetwater; Mrs. Susie Teague of Dayton; Mrs. Lizzie Smith of Kingston; Mrs. Laura Cook of Rossville, Ga.; and Mrs. Maggie Franklin of Knoxville; and a son, Richard, of Knoxville. Services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Kyker Funeral Home conducted by the Rev. J.B. Tallent of Chattanooga. Burial in West View Cemetery." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 3, 1948, Page 2: "Bullet Creek---Messrs. Ralph and Eugene Hamby, members of the National Guard, were in service at Loudon the past week in connection with the death of Ray Brewster." ___________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, April 27, 1961, Page 10: "Claimed By Death---Mrs. Carter M. Mason of Tellico Plains Route 3, died at 4:45 p.m. Monday at Sweetwater Hospital. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Lillian Mason, and a son, Roy Mason, both of Tellico Plains; her mother, Mrs. Delia Kirkland, also of Tellico Plains; four sisters, Mrs. Harold Gibbs of North Carolina, Mrs. Beulah Walker and Miss Cordia Kirkland, both of Tellico Plains, and Mrs. Reba Bell of Dalton, Ga., and two brothers, Garfield Kirkland of Madisonville and Anderson Kirkland of Tellico Plains. Funeral services are being held at 2 p.m. today (Thursday) at the Isabella Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Hunt Cemetery." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, September 12, 1934, Page 3: "Resolutions offered by Brown Hill Lodge No. 623, F. & A.M., in memoriam of Bro. John L. Graves, who died June 15, 1934. Bro. Graves was made a Mason at Rockford Lodge No. 469, Blount County, Dec. 1st 1876; affiliated with Tellico Lodge No. 80 from 1892 until Sept. 1899, when he became a charter member and one of the stationed officers of Brown Hill Lodge No. 613, F. & A.M. on organization. Bro. Graves, in his days of vigor and health, was a very active Mason, honored by the Fraternity, serving with distinction and ability, the several stations of his Lodge. Be it resolved, That Brown Hill Lodge 613, F. & A.M. has lost an honest member and true Mason, a devoted brother and excellent citizen. Second, That we extend to Robert S. Gound and family who cared for Brother Graves in his declining years our profound sympathy in this their great loss. One by one we lose the hand clasp that was so warm and welcome. One by one their names are written, ceased from labor, home at rest. Third, That a copy of these resolutions be spread on our minutes, a copy sent to our county paper, The Madisonville Democrat, and a copy to Robert S. Gound and family." ---J.B. Curd, W.O. Beaty, A.D. Shadden, Committee on Resolutions. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, March 21, 1951, Page 10: "Fred M. Starrett, 71, died on March 16 at Vonore. He is survived by wife, Susie Holloway Starrett; daughter, Mrs. Bob Wheeler of Vonore; sons, Ola and John of Maryville, rex and Bonnie of Indiana; sister, Mrs. Arthur Borden of Madisonville; brother, Taylor Starrett of Madisonville; 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild." __________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, October 28, 1954, Page 1: "Bannister T. Bivens, 79, life-long resident of Monroe County, died Sunday at his home on Vonore Route 2. He was a son of the late Eli and Sarah Roberts Bivens and is survived by his wife and several relatives. Funeral services and burial occurred Monday morning at Oak Grove Friends Church." _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, October 20, 1926, Page 2: "White Cliff News---Last week, very suddenly and unexpectedly Mrs. Mary Graves died at her home. Deceased was a kind and helpful neighbor and a Christian lady. Bereaved have our sympathy." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, June 13, 1928, Page 3: "Local Items of Interest---Tom Thompson, who has been sick for some time, died at his home near town Tuesday. Funeral services were held this afternoon at the Chestua Baptist Church at 1:30, conducted by Rev. O.D. Fleming, of Sweetwater." Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, June 20, 1928, Page 2: "Tom Thompson, aged about seventy-five, passed away at his home west of Madisonville, Monday night, June 11, 1928. He married Barbara Ann Haun in July 13, 1884. To this union six children were born. His wife preceded him to the grave Nov. 28, 1918. Also one daughter, Della, preceded him to the grave March 21, 1924. Children surviving are Perry of Sweetwater; Farris of Sweetwater, Route Two; Mrs. Annie Hicks of Madisonville; Ella and Tom W., remaining at home. There are also twelve grandchildren surviving. He professed faith in Christ ten years ago and united with the Chestua Baptist Church and remained a consecrated member until the end came. He told his children he was ready to go but would love to stay with them longer. He and his only brother, William, deceased, were reared orphans and had a very hard time, as they were young when their mother was taken from them the first year of the Civil War. He is well known in his neighborhood and will be greatly missed. At the time of his death he had been living on the same farm for forty-three years. He as liked by all who knew him and was ever ready to do anything to help someone in time of need, for there never was a job of work too hard for him to do. He was always found at home working. He enjoyed good health and had been working every day until nine weeks before his passing, when he took his bed and someone of his children was with him day and night until he was called to his home in the Great Beyond, where there is gladness and joy reigning forever. Funeral services were conducted from the Chestua Baptist Church on Wednesday evening at 1:30 o'clock, with Revs. Horace Atkins and O.D. Fleming officiating, who spoke of his loyal and faithful service to his Master. His remains were laid to rest beneath a bank of pretty flowers beside his wife and daughter in the cemetery nearby." __________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, December 13, 1962, Page 2: "Mount Vernon---Mr. Jim Evans of Maryville died last Thursday and was buried in Bethlehem Cemetery, Sunday evening." __________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, June 28, 1939, Page 4: "Gibson Chapel---The little child of Mr. & Mrs. Earl Hooper was buried at Eleazar one day last week." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 5, 1949, Page 4: "In Memory Of Lottie Roberts---The death angel has entered the home of Edd Roberts and claimed as its victim his wife, Lottie Roberts, age 67 years. She professed faith in Christ in 1941 and joined the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, living a true and devoted Christian life. All was done for her that loving hands could do. She has passed beyond the river and we hear her voice no more. She is resting. She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, Edd Roberts; three daughters, Emma Evans, Leona Crowe and Callie Owl; three sons, Walter, Fred and George Roberts; a host of grandchildren and many friends. She was laid to rest on Dec. 24, 1948, in Chestua Cemetery beneath a beautiful mound of flowers. Revs. Will Marrow and Wesley Holcomb conducted the funeral services." (same paper) Page 5: "Ebenezer---On Tuesday, Dec. 31., God saw fit to call our good neighbor, Mrs. Lottie Roberts, home to be with Him. Mrs. Roberts had lived near this community for several years and was loved by all who knew her. She will be sadly missed in her home, church and community. We feel assured she is resting with God and that we will meet her again in that sweet home above. Her husband and children have our sympathy in their hours of sorrow.” ---Mrs. Dollie Holcomb. Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 12, 1949, Page 1: "In Loving Memory Of Lottie Roberts---On Tuesday evening, Dec. 21., God saw fit to call our good friend and neighbor, Mrs. Lottie Roberts, home to be with Him. She was 67 years of age. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and lived a true and devoted Christian life. She was a good mother and neighbor and will be greatly missed. All was done for her that loving hand could do, but God had a better place prepared for her and called her home. "She is resting, sweetly resting, over on the other shore." She is survived by her husband, Edd Roberts; three daughters, Emma Evans, Leona Crowe abd Callie Roberts; three sons, Walter, Fred and George Roberts, a number of grandchildren and many friends. She was laid to rest on Dec. 24., in Chestua Cemetery beneath a profusion of lovely flowers. Revs. Will Marrow and Wesley Holcomb conducted the funeral services." ---A Friend, Mamie Best. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, January 31, 1952, Page 7: "Tellico Plains---J.W. (Jake) Patterson Dies At Home Jan. 25---Funeral services for J.W. (Jake) Patterson were held on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Virgil Tallent and Rev. Floyd Walls officiating. Burial was at the Beulah Church Cemetery, near here. Mr. Patterson passed away suddenly at his home late Friday afternoon. He would have been 74 years old On Feb. 14. He was farm boss at Stokely Inc., for 22 years. Surviving are: widow, Mrs. Patterson of Tellico Plains; sons, Mack, Ray, Paul; three daughters, Mrs. Don McBride, Mrs. Jim York and Mrs. Sam Grier; brothers, Neal, Marion, both of Cleburn, Texas., and Lon and Albert, both of Tellico Plains; sisters, Mrs. Addie Hicks of Carnegie, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Susie Hicks of Madisonville; four grandchildren, one great-grandchild. Mrs. Ruby Watkins, a step-daughter, made her home with her parents. Pallbearers were nephews of the deceased.: ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, December 18, 1952, Page 1: "Former Monroe Man Succumbs In Texas---Word has been received by relatives in Monroe County that Marion Patterson of Cleborne, Texas, died during the first week in December. He is survived by two sisters and three brothers, Neal Patterson of Cleborne, Mrs. J.H. Hicks of Carnegie, Oklahoma, Mrs. T.S. Hicks, Lon Patterson and Albert Patterson, all of Monroe County. Neal was born in Monroe County, being the son of Matt Patterson." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, February 11, 1948, Page 1: "Englewood---Among those from out of town who attended the funeral of Mr. John B. Patterson on Sunday were Mr. & Mrs. Bell Miller, Mr. & Mrs. Grover Morgan, Mr. George Vaughn, Miss Della Vaughn and George Bryson of Chattanooga; Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Posey and Mr. & Mrs. Noah Patterson of Etowah." __________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 17, 1948, Page 1: "Robert L. Patterson Passes At 77---Robert L. Patterson, 77, died at his home near Tellico Plains on Tuesday at 1:15 p.m. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mattie Keener Patterson; three sons, Luther, Boyd and Leonard of Tellico Plains; two daughters, Mrs. Albert Carroll of Madisonville and Mrs. Ernest Robinson of Knoxville; twelve grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Funeral service at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Valley Church, the Rev. Floyd Wall officiating. Burial in the church cemetery." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 24, 1948, Page 1: "Robert L. Patterson Dies At Age Of 75---Robert L. Patterson, 75, died on Nov. 16 at 1:15 p.m. He was born August 15, 1873. He was married to Mattie Keener on Jan. 23, 1898, and to this union were born three sons, Luther, Lloyd and Leonard, all of Tellico Plains; two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Carroll of Madisonville and Mrs. Ernest Robinson of Knoxville; twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He professed faith in Christ in 1923, united with the Valley Baptist Church and remained a member until death. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Nov. 18, at 2:30 p.m., the Revs. Floyd Walls and W.N. Cagle officiating. Burial was in Valley Church Cemetery. The great number of flowers attested the esteem in which he was held by his many friends. The family wishes to thank all who assisted during his sickness and death, including Biereley's for their kind services." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, April 24, 1945, Page 1: "Turkey Creek---Several from McMinn and Meigs Counties have visited Mr. Oliver Thompson to express sympathy in the death of his son, Reed Thompson, who was killed in Germany on March 25. Reed had been overseas only a short while. His father had received two letters from him just previous to receiving the telegram telling of his death; one was written on the day before he was killed." ---Mrs. M.J. Belcher. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, May 9, 1945, Page 6: "In Memory Of Reed Thompson---Private Reed Thompson was killed in Germany on March 25. Reed professed faith in Christ at an early age and joined Miller's Chapel Church, remaining a member until his death. He was faithful; he attended Sunday School and church services regularly until he was called into Army service, and when he was on furlough he attended the Sunday School, went to class, talked of the scriptures and of things concerning the soul's welfare. He never failed to pay his share on church expenses while at home, and has sent money to his father, to pay to the church since he has been away. Funeral or memorial services were conducted at the Miller's Chapel Church on Sunday, May 6, by Revs. Wash Mitchell and Enos Hunt. His body lies sleeping in an American military cemetery overseas, according to a letter received by his father, Mr. Oliver Thompson, from an Army chaplain. Reed leaves to mourn his departure his father; five brothers, three with the Army overseas; Vastine, Onus and Raymond; his twin brother and two at home, Calvin and Ulie; two sisters, Mrs. Celus Freeman and Mrs. Roy Lynn; his grandfather, Mr. Elijah Thompson, a grandmother, Mrs. Parthena Powers; several relatives and many friends. We miss you, Reed, but some sweet day we will clasp hands with you in a better world where there will be no sad hearts and no separations; where all is peace and love forever." ---Maggie Belcher. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, July 16, 1953, Page 1: "Clyde H. Sample, 68, of Sweetwater, died at 8 p.m. Tuesday at Sweetwater Hospital. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. LeRoy McKinney of Montana; three sons, Douglas of Wyoming, Daun of Clinton and Bill of Robbins Air Base, Georgia; and a sister, Mrs. Edgar Davis of Sweetwater. Funeral services are being held Thursday afternoon at Sweetwater Methodist Church, Revs. W.I. Farmer and Gordon Greenwell officiating. Burial in West View Cemetery." _______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, August 5, 1964, Page 5: "Robert Lewis Sylvester, 71, of Tellico Plains, passed away at 11 a.m. Thursday at the home of his daughter in Richmond, Indiana. Survivors: wife, Mrs. Nola Wall Sylvester; daughter, Mrs. Marvin Hair of Richmond, Ind.; son, Francis Sylvester of Woodsfield, Ohio, and four grandchildren; a brother, Andrew Sylvester of Tellico Plains. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Tellico Plains Baptist Church with the Rev. Ernest Stiles officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery." __________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, August 4, 1937, Page 3: "Found Dead In Bed---Will Smith, horse trader, was found dead in bed at his home in this city Thursday morning. We are informed that his wife went into the room to call him to breakfast and he asked her to bring him a drink of water. When she returned she found he had passed away. It is said he told some of his friends a few days before that he could not live many days. He leaves a wife and one daughter to mourn his death. Funeral services were held from the Methodist Church here Sunday morning, conducted by the pastor, Rev. F.F. Essary, after which his remains were taken to South Carolina for burial." _________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 27, 1935, Page 2: "Tellico Plains News---Funeral services for Ada Lynn were conducted by Rev. Tucker at Mt. Isabel recently. She was born in 1855 and died Nov. 27, 1935." ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, October 22, 1941, Page 4: "Center---On Saturday, as the shades of night began to gather, the angel of death came into our community and took away one of our young girls, Miss Ada Lynn. She was 19 years of age. She was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Will Lynn and was a pupil at the Center School. Funeral services were held at Poplar Bluff Church, of which she was a member, Monday morning, conducted by the Rev. Onley Dotson. Burial was in Hardshell Cemetery. She is survived by her parents, five sisters and one brother." _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 14, 1948, Page 3: "Rufus M. Morgan Passes At Age Of 68 Years---Mr. Rufus M. Morgan, aged 68 years, passed away at his home here on Monday morning. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Hester Morgan; one son, Ralph Morgan of Oak Ridge; one daughter, Mrs. Eula Crofts of Akron, Ohio; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Chestua Methodist Church on Tuesday, conducted by Rev. E.J. Ingle and Rev. Jolley. Burial was in the church cemetery." ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 21, 1948, Page 1: "Lonesome Valley---We are sorry to read of the death of our life-long friend, Mr. R.M. Morgan. We lived on Big Creek as boys some 50 years ago, and we were neighbors in Englewood 19 years ago." ---Sam Belcher. ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, February 4, 1948, Page 5: "In Memory Of Rufus M. Morgan---The sixty-nine years of Rufus M. Morgan's life terminated on the night of January 12, 1948. He left a bereaved and devoted wife, who had journeyed down life's pathway with him for almost forty-nine years. To this union were born two children; Ralph Morgan of Oak Ridge and Mrs. Oscar Crofts of Akron, Ohio, who deeply feel the loss of a devoted father, and their grief is shared with five grandchildren, along with many relatives, friends and neighbors. He was our neighbor for more than thirty-five years, and he was all that the word neighbor implies. No night was ever too dark for him to render aid and sympathy to those in trouble or sickness. He was kind and patient in all our associations with him. We feel that he fully realized that love for a neighbor was closely connected with love for God. We hold in our memory his devotion and interest rendered his sister-in-law and her seven fatherless children. All of these children are substantial citizens in the community in which they live. They were often at his bedside during his sickness and we were told that their grief in his passing was great. The bread he cast upon the waters was not forgotten by them, neither does God forget deeds of kindness and love rendered to those in need. He was industrious and did not eat the bread if idleness. He was interested in all movements that were fostered for the betterment of his community. He was in declining health for almost two years before his passing. During this period we had the pleasure of serving him frequently. We never heard him complain or bemoan his state. His one hope was always that his companion could be restored to health and walk again. His health finally broke, his sickness became incurable despite all that his loved ones and doctors could do. He bore his suffering with Christian fortitude. During his sickness he expressed his feelings to his companion concerning the future life in these words: "I am alright." I feel that these words are the crowning glory of his life. We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and relatives and may each one realize that death is the gateway into the fullness of life for all who believe." "Then why should your tears roll down And your heart with grief be driven When a redeemed soul has crossed the bar Into the gates of Heaven." A friend, Mrs. H.D. Reynolds, Englewood, Tenn. _____________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, March 7, 1957, Page 1: "One Killed And Two Injured When Jeep Goes Off Embankment---A Monroe County man was killed and his son and grandson severely injured, Monday night, when a jeep in which they rode went over an embankment and turned over. Abe Presley, 63, was pinned under the vehicle. He was dead when help arrived. Seriously injured were Verlin Presley, 42, and Arvin Presley, 22, son and grandson of the dead man, who are reported as being in fair condition at Sweetwater Hospital. Austin Presley, another grandson and jeep occupant, was able to go for help though slightly injured. The family lives in the Cane Creek community, Tellico Plains, Star Route. The accident occurred on Cane Creek Road, in the Ballplay vicinity. Mr. Presley is survived by his wife, Mrs. Odie Brewster Presley; two daughters, Mrs. Zelda Graham of Cleveland and Mrs. Louise Johnson of Indianapolis, Ind.; five sons, Verlin and Ardell Presley of Tellico, Star Route, Dewey, Levo and Howard all of Indiana; a brother, Sam and a sister, Mrs. Josie Best of Tellico, Star Route. Funeral services and burial occurred Thursday morning at Ballplay Baptist Church. Burial was in the church cemetery." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, June 10, 1925, Page 2: "Blackmore Hughes Mayo was born Dec. 10, 1842 and fell asleep June 3, 1925, having lived to the goold old age of 82 years, 5 months and 23 days. He was a son of Rev. Blackmore Hughes Mayo of Loudon County, Tenn., a Cumberland Minister. He first married Martha C. Kelso, and their children all died in infancy except one daughter, Alma, who married Malcolm M. Tipton, June 7, 1893. Alma died Sept. 11, 1897, when on a visit to her father and family. Alma's mother died when Alma was about three years old. Brother Mayo's second marriage was to Julia Ann Robinson, March 20, 1876. To this union were born seven children: Ines, Mrs. Hawkins of Washington, D.C.; Roscoe of Port Arthur, Texas; Gertrude, Mrs. C.W. Cornforth of Knoxville, Tenn.; Berta, Mrs. A.S. Jenkins of Madisonville, Tenn.; Florence, Mrs. F.T. Sanders of Harriman, Tenn.; Will of Detroit, Mich.; E.B. of Washington, D.C. Brother Mayo made a profession of faith in early life and was later restored to his early profession when attending a revival in Sweetwater, in 1917, conducted by the Evangelist, Rev. Luther Bridges. Mr. Mayo was, as we all know, a happy, jolly-spirited man, making his associations with everyone pleasant and agreeable and such persons are always missed. He will be missed now by all, but most by his children and grandchildren. Mr. Mayo was a teacher of vocal music in middle life and never seemed happier than when conducting the singing of his class of about thirty voices at old Tugogohlee College and in later life sat in his room and sang the spiritual songs that he always sang and enjoyed to the last. Mr. Mayo's remains were placed by the side of his wife, Julia, in West View Cemetery, Sweetwater, Tenn., who departed this life March 8, 1912. Mr. Mayo leaves seven grandchildren, namely Kenneth Hawkins, Lucile Hawkins, Murray Alberta Jenkins, Charles and Robert Cornforth, Margaret Louise Sanders and Kenneth Mayo, Jr." "Card of Thanks---We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our friends for the kindness and sympathy expressed at the funeral of our father, B.H. Mayo, and for the beautiful floral tributes." ---Mr. Mayo's Children & Grandchildren. Page 3: "Died In Washington City---Word was received here on last Thursday morning that B.H. Mayo, of Sweetwater, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Inez Hawkins, in Washington City on Wednesday night. Mr. Mayo left here a few months ago to visit his daughter. A few days before his death he contracted pneumonia, and being 82 years of age he succumbed to the inevitable and died Wednesday night at 9:45. Mr. Mayo had lived in Monroe County all of his life, but since the death of his wife about twelve years ago, he has visited among his children and was in good health for one of his age. His body was brought to Madisonville, Friday afternoon and taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. A.S. Jenkins. Funeral services were conducted from the home Saturday afternoon at 2:30 by Rev. M.L. Sloop, a lifelong friend of the deceased, assisted by Dr. J.E. Lowry of Hiwassee College and Rev. A.S. Ulm of the Methodist church. Following the opening prayer by Dr. Lowry, a quartette sang "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere," after which a scripture lesson was read by Rev. Ulm. Rev. Sloop paid a glowing tribute to the life and character of the deceased, saying that he was a man with a sunny disposition and a kind word to all. The body was taken to Sweetwater for interment in West View Cemetery beside the body of his wife. All the children were present at the funeral. They are: Mrs. Inez Hawkins and E.B. Mayo of Washington City; Roscoe Mayo of Port Arthur, Texas, Will Mayo of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Felton Sanders of Harriman; Mrs. C.W. Cornforth of Knoxville and Mrs. A.S. Jenkins of this city. The family have the sympathy of all in their bereavement." ____________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Thursday, February 24, 1955, Page 1: "Mrs. Polly Ella Upton, 68, colored, of Sweetwater, died Sunday at the home of her son, Virgil O. Upton in Rockwood. Other survivors: daughter, Mrs. Derondo Upton of Sweetwater and a sister, Mrs. Henrietta Dixon of Charlotte, N.C. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the North Point Presbyterian Church, Revs. W.H. Sheeler and A.J. Lewis officiating. Burial was in North Point Cemetery." ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, June 12, 1929, Page 1: "Interesting News From Route Six---Mr. William Helms died Monday, June 3, 1929, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Army Ervin of Mt. Vernon. He was buried in Sink Cemetery the following day. Rev. David Wolfe conducted the funeral services at Sink Church. A large concourse of people attended the funeral. His grave was completely covered with beautiful flowers. Among the friends whom I saw at the funeral were Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hicks, Mrs. Alice Moses Patterson, Rev. David Wolfe, Rev. L.N. Patterson, Messrs. Albert Patterson, Jake Patterson, Brinnie Stephens, Charlie Dunn, George Carroll, Willie Ervin, John Helms and many others." ---Georgia A. Stakely, June 9, 1929. ________________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, November 8, 1944, Page 1: "Mount Vernon---Mrs. Wrisk of Cincinnati, Ohio, was called here last week on account of the death of her father, Mr. John H. Helms. We were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Helms. He was a good man, a good neighbor and a good merchant. He will be missed by many friends." ______________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 21, 1942, Page 1: "Mrs. Bettie Wilson, 79, died Friday afternoon at the home of a son, Murray Wilson, at Ocoee. Services were conducted here at 2 p.m. Saturday with burial in the City Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, Murray Wilson of Ocoee; A.T. Rausin of Etowah and B.C. Pettet of near Sweetwater; a daughter, Mrs. Jim McKeehan of near Sweetwater; three brothers, A.H. McKeehan of Riceville; Oll McKeehan of Chattanooga and J.U. McKeehan of Miami and three sisters, Mesdames Acie Ray, M.C. Axley and Callie Millard all of Athens." ___________________________________________________________ Madisonville Democrat, Wednesday, January 6, 1937, Page 1: "Tellico Route Two---The funeral and burial of Mrs. Laura Lankford, widow of Lafayette Lankford, who passed away at her home on Route One after a long illness, occurred at the Chestua Methodist Church on last Thursday. We are unable to learn the details. Mrs. Lankford was for several years a resident of this route and is well known to our people. She was a kind neighbor and was good to visit the sick and afflicted. She leaves five or six children who are all grown." ---Nellie C. Stakely. _______________________________________________________________