Tennessee, U.S., Delayed Birth Records, 1869-1909
Mildred Castleberry
12/17/2009
Castleberry, Mildred Louise Scott, age 96, of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Hillcrest Healthcare Center North.
Member of Central Baptist Church of Ft. City.
She was preceded in death by parents, Charlie Marcus and Georgia Charles Scott; husband, Elmer P. Castleberry; sisters Effie Beggs, Neva Hatfield, Gara Parham; brothers, Leroy Scott and Clyde Scott.
Survivors
Survived by two special nieces and spouses, Mary Sue Beggs Miller and Ed of Knoxville, and Martha (Marty) Beggs Jenkins and Don of Union City, GA; great nephews and spouses, Dan and Kim Miller of Knoxville, Doug and Julie Jenkins of Cumming, GA and Ricky and Marcia Jenkins of Newnan, GA; great, great nieces and nephews, Jackson, Natalie and Megan Miller, Ellie Jenkins, Tayler, Brittany and Jacob Colt Jenkins; several other nieces and nephews.
Service
The family extends their sincere gratitude to the first floor nurses and staff at Hillcrest for the loving care they provided to our aunt for the past three years.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mission of Hope Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 51824, Knoxville, TN 37950-1824.
The family will receive friends from 1 – 3 pm on Sunday at Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel with the funeral service to follow at 3 pm in the chapel with Rev. Ron Mouser officiating.
Interment will be private in Lynnhurst Cemetery.
Arrangements by Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 2300 W. Adair Dr. www.lynnhurstchapel.com
Franklin D. Stalcup
5/30/2001
Stalcup, Franklin D., age 56, of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at the Lake City Health Care Center after a lengthy battle with liver disease.
Preceded in death by his parents, George A. and Zona M. Stalcup; sisters, Georgia Mae and Ennis Laverne Stalcup
Survivors
Son: Mark A. Stalcup; stepson, Greg McCarter; stepdaughters, Robin Park and Debbie McCarter, all of Knoxville; brother and sister-in-law, J.C. and Mary Stalcup of Seymour; sisters and brothers-in-law, Veanna and Bob Rider of Elyria, Ohio, Mamie and Lynn Newcombe, Reba and Mayford Myers, Elsie and Ray Harrell, Polly and Reece Maples, Lenell and J.R. Wilsey, all of Knoxville.
Franklin also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Service
Franklin requested that his body be cremated and that no visitation be held.
A private family service will be held at Sherwood Memorial Gardens where his remains will be placed.
Franklin's family wishes to thank Hugh and Ella Welch, a very special uncle and aunt, for their love and support through his illness.
His family would also like to extend their deepest heartfelt gratitude to the nursing staff on the South wing at the Lake City Health Care Center for making his last days so very peaceful.
In lieu of flowers, Franklin's family asks that you tell your loved ones how much you care, because each day may be the last.
Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Hwy.www.berryfuneralhome.com
Leroy (Buddy) Davis
12/2/2008
Davis, Leroy (Buddy), age 74 of South Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 2, 2008.
He was of the Baptist faith.
He served with the US Army stationed in Korea.
He worked for Tanner’s AMOCO for many years.
Preceded in death by parents Ollie and Madgie Davis; sister Janet Donelson.
Survivors
Survived by sisters and brother in laws Sylvia and JB Caylor, Joan and Howard Griggs, and sister Iva Tanner; Selma and Bill Lundy; Carol and Ernie Hutton, lots of nieces and nephews; and special friend Mike Hall.
Special thanks to University of Tennessee Hospice; caretakers Carolyn Wear and Florence Wrancher.
Service
Service will be in the Chapel of Berry Funeral Home on Thursday at 7:00 PM with Rev. J.B. Caylor officiating.
Visitation will be from 5-7 prior to the service.
Family and friends will meet on Friday at 11:00 AM at Mt. Olive Cemetery
for the interment.
Jeremy Frye
12/3/2008
Frye, Jeremy Dwayne –age 26, of South Knoxville, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, December 3, 2008.
Jeremy was a graduate of South-Doyle High School Class of 2001 and attended the University of Tennessee.
He was a loyal and faithful member and staff member of Sevier Heights Baptist Church and was also employed by Lamar Dunn and Associates.
Jeremy was an avid hiker, collector, camper and enjoyed photography.
The 2008 production of the Sevier Heights Baptist Church Living Christmas Tree will be dedicated to celebrate the life of Jeremy Frye.
Jeremy had a very sweet, kind, loving spirit and loved to serve the Lord.
Preceded in death by grandparents, Milton and Moqueta Frye, William E. Singleton and aunt, Elizabeth Singleton Loveday.
Survivors
Survivors include parents, Dwayne and Ramona Frye; brothers, Josh and wife, Rachel Frye, Jonathan Frye and Jordan Frye; grandmother, Joyce Singleton; and numerous other family members and dear friends.
Service
Funeral service will be held 4:00 PM Friday, December 5, 2008 at Sevier Heights Baptist Church, with Dr. Hollie Miller officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service at Sevier Heights Baptist Church.
Family and friends will meet at Sevier Heights Baptist Church at 9:00 AM Saturday and proceed to Woodlawn Cemetery
for a 10:00 AM interment
service.
Pallbearers will be Josh, Jonathan and Jordan Frye, David McMackin, Scott and Trevor Finger, Brent Bell and Bryan Fowler.
Honorary pallbearers will be Clay Frederick and the maintenance staff at Sevier Heights Baptist Church.
Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway.
A guestbook and additional information are available at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
George W. Parks, Jr.
12/4/2008
Parks, Jr., George W. – age 81, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2008.
George was a veteran of the United States Army and after returning home he began his career with KUB.
He was there 23 years before being named manager of Knox Chapman Utility District.
After 27 years as manager, he retired in 1998, but continued to serve as a commissioner until October of this year.
He served on the Board of the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts from 1972 until 2004, serving 2 years as president.
He also served as a Tennessee delegate to the National Rural Water Association.
George was a member of South Knoxville Lodge #769 F&AM for 50 years.
Preceded in death by parents, George W. and Hattie Parks; brothers, L.W. and Henry Parks; and nephew, Jim Parks.
Survivors
He is survived by wife of 58 years, Helen S. Parks; daughters, Ginger Scott and Jill Parks; grandson, Tyler Scott; sister, Katherine Womble of Savannah, Tennessee; sisters-in-law, Aleen Parks and Lucille Parks Garren; special niece, Sheila Dunson and many more nieces and nephews.
Service
The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 PM Saturday at South Knoxville Church of God with a memorial service to follow at 4:00 PM, Rev. Robert Branch officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Knoxville Church of God, 5623 Magazine Road, Knoxville, Tennessee 37920.
Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway.
A guestbook and additional information are available at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
You are invited to share your thoughts and fond memories of George at his memorial website at www.MeM.com
Melba Godwin Burnett
12/14/2009
Burnett, Melba Godwin –age 68 of South Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 14, 2009.
She was a very dedicated mother and grandmother, a strong Christian, an avid reader and will be sadly missed by her children, grandchildren, sisters, nieces and nephews, and many friends including those at DeRoyal where she worked for 16 years.
Preceded in death by parents, Mac and Bernice Godwin; husband, Dewey Burnett; sister-in-law, Donna Moyer and grandson-in-law, Ricky Lawson.
Survivors
Survived by son and fiancé , Darren Burnett and Tiffany Anderson; daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany and Shane Lowe; grandchildren, Janelle Lawson, Janessa Bettis, Victoria Burnett; sisters, Gwen Godwin and Wanda Jarvis; brother-in-law, Bob Jarvis; daughter-in-law, Michelle Burnett; sisters-in-law, Mary K. Byrne and Deborah Rankin; several nieces and nephews and extended family.
Service
The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 17, 2009, Berry Chapel, with Rev. Charley McGill, Sr. officiating.
Interment will follow at Zion Lutheran Cemetery.
A guestbook and additional information are available at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Melba at her memorial website at www.MeM.com.
Ruth Jeannette Bowman Townsend
9/21/1999
Townsend, Ruth Jeannette Bowman, age 87 of Knoxville, died Tuesday September 21, 1999 at Shannondale Nursing Home.
Member of the Childress Street Mission for many years.
She loved to attend church and sing until she became ill.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Townsend and her precious sons, James, Bobby and Harrison.
Survivors
Sons and daughters-in-law: Joe and Shirley Townsend, Lewis and Geraldine Townsend
Daughter and son-in-law: Johnnie and Bill Robinson
Daughters: Imogene Beavers, Rhonda Townsend
Grandchildren: Jimmy, Robert, Ricky, Jeanette, Debbie, Janice, Karen, Joe David, Susan, Greg, Billy Wayne, Candice, Brandy, Debbie R, Tony G., Nickey, April, Sandy and Michael
Several great and great-great grandchildren
Service
Funeral services 8 PM Thursday, Berry Chapel.
Interment 11:00 AM Friday at Highland South Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6 to 8 PM Thursday at Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway.
Martha Essie Pemberton Kittrell
5/31/2001
Kittrell, Martha Essie Pemberton, 92, of Oak Ridge, formerly of Alcoa and Knoxville, died May 31, 2001 after a brief illness.
Wife of the late Edward Peters Kittrell
Survivors
Mrs. Kittrell is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Kittrell, Oak Ridge, son and daughter-in-law, Robert E. and Margaret Kittrell, Dunwoody, Ga, grandchildren, Shannon Fortenberry, Alexandria, Va, Thaddeus Fortenberry, Oak Ridge, Ryan, Christopher, Lindsay, and Stephanie Kittrell, all of Dunwoody, Ga
Service
Graveside service will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Friends of the Smokies, 130 West Bruce St., Sevierville, TN 37862.
Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Hwy. www.berryfuneralhome.com.
Mary Lee Seavers
6/8/2001
Seavers, Mary Lee, age 67, of South Knoxville, passed away June 8, 2001 at Fort Sanders Hospital.
Preceded in death by father, Fred Wilbur Seavers.
Member of Stock Creek Baptist Church.
Survivors
Survived by mother, Margaret Seavers; aunt, Daisy Lee; uncle, Calvin C. Hood and wife Goldie; several cousins.
Service
Funeral service 8:00 PM Sunday, Berry Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Gene Wood and Rev. Charlie Mize officiating.
Interment 2:00 PM Monday, Stock Creek Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway. www.berryfuneralhome.com
James T. Kirkland
6/8/2001
Kirkland, James T., age 75, of South Knoxville, passed away at home Friday, June 8, 2001.
He was a member of Emerald Avenue United Methodist Church.
Survivors
He is survived by loving and devoted wife, Joyce; son Mike and wife Melanie; son Wendell and wife Kathy; son Terry and wife Susan; sons Charles, Jack, and David; daughter Brenda; 10 special, loving grandchildren; a host of friends and loved ones.
Service
Graveside service Monday, 1:00 PM, Woodlawn Cemetery, Rev. Robert Bean, Rev. Corey Golden officiating.
Family will receive friends Sunday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway. www.berryfuneralhome.com
