Tennessee, U.S., Delayed Birth Records, 1869-1909
RIKER, NICHOLAS CHARLES WILLIAM - age 20, resident of Hess Hall, University of Tennessee, formerly of West Palm Beach, Fla. He was a Chemical Engineer major at the University of Tennessee. Also was employed at US Cellular in Financial Services at the Baum Drive office. Survived by: parents, Belinda and Ronald Riker; brother, Ross Allen Riker, all of West Palm Beach, Fla.; grandparents, Charles and Margaret Ross of Orlando, Fla., Web and Frankie Riker, West Palm Beach, Fla.; aunts and uncles, Monica, Charlotte, Frankie, Peggy, Emily and Terry Lindsey, Rita and Gary Cooper, Eda and Jack Cooper, and Libby Cooper; several cousins; special friends, Melissa and Patty Mitchell. Funeral service 8 p.m. Thursday at Gentry-Griffey Chapel, Rev. Ron Mouser officiating. Family has requested no flowers and that memorials be made to SADD of Knoxville, in Nicholas's memory, SADD, P.O. Box 800 Marlboro, MA 01752. Interment
2 p.m. Saturday at Memory Gardens, Lake Worth, Fla. Quattlebaum-Holleman-Bruse Funeral Home in charge. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Gentry-Griffey Chapel.
STAPLETON, KYLE RANDOLPH - 66, of New Market, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 1999, at UT Medical Center. He was a member and deacon of Beaver Creek Baptist Church where he taught the class of young married
couples. He was a retired employee of ASARCO and currently employed by Lost Creek Golf Course. He was the son of the late R.C. and Birdie Jo Stapleton; grandfather of the late Amy Stapleton; brother of the late Nola Edmonds, Eula Russell, Laura Collins and Dana Stapleton. Survived by wife, Marjorie McGlamery Stapleton; sons and daughters-in-law, David and Kim Stapleton, Dwight and Demetra Stapleton; grandchildren, Michelle, Mathew, Brittany, John and Anthony Stapleton, all of New Market; sisters, Emma Templin, Knoxville, Chelsie Lyle and Dorothy Walker, both of Jefferson City; brother, J.A. Stapleton, New Market, George Luke Stapleton, Jefferson City; several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Arrangements will be announced later by Fielden Funeral Home, New Market.
SWANNER, JACK A. - age 68, of Memphis, died Tuesday at 8:10 a.m. CST April 6, 1999 at Baptist East Hospital, Memphis. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Swanner; parents, Lee and Robbie Hale Swanner. Survivors: daughter, Deborah Swanner of Durham, NC; daughter and son-in-law, Jacalyn and Allen Brooks of Memphis; two grandchildren; sisters, Mildred Taylor of Strawberry Plains and Ruth Ellis of Knoxville; brother, Berl Swanner of Rockwood, TN; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Stevens Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Paul Moore officiating. Interment
will be in Trentville cemetery. Pallbearers: Berl Swanner, John Ellis, Bill Walker, John Clift, Walt Luttrell and Kenneth Cannon. The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Friday at Stevens Mortuary, Oglewood Avenue at Broadway.
TOUPS, THERESA G. - age 78, of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 1999, at St. Mary's Hospital, after a long illness. Member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Survivors: son, A.J. (Butch) Toups, Jr.; daughter, Linda T. Smith; son, Anthony R. Toups; grandchildren, Angela, Kevin, Venessa, Chris, Jason and wife, Kim Smith; great-grandchildren, Carmen, Breann, Emily and Laverne. Family and friends will meet at Halls Memory Gardens 11 a.m. Friday for graveside service, Father Xavier Mankel officiating. Pallbearers: sons and grandsons. Honorary pallbearers: nephew, Ray Girdner. The family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Mynatt's.
WEAVER, LUE CINDA - age 96, of Powell, passed away April 6, 1999. Member of Cane Patch Primitive Baptist Church, Pound, Va. Preceded in death by husband, Donald L. Weaver. Survivors: daughter and son-in-law, Dosha and Glen Raley of Powell; son and daughter-in-law, William D. and Pat Weaver of Crossville; sister, Pearl Nowlin of Powell; stepsons, Paul Weaver of Chatsworth, Ga., Clarence Weaver of Knoxville; stepdaughters, Lassie Woodby of Cleveland, Goldie Martin and Louise Martin, both of Clarksville; 28 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral service 8 p.m. Thursday, Mynatt's Chapel, Elder Victor Church, Rev. Wayne Roach officiating. Family and friends will meet at Mynatt's by 10:15 a.m. Friday and proceed to Weaver cemetery, Hinds Creek Rd., for interment
at 11 a.m. Pallbearers: grandsons and nephews. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Mynatt's.
WOLFENBARGER, MRS. MARY ELLA - age 52, of Maynardville, passed away at her home early Tuesday, April 6, 1999. She was a member of Hines Creek Baptist Church and an employee of Hodge Manufacturing of Maynardville. Preceded in death by brothers, Bobby J. and Billy Wilson. Survivors include loving husband of 35 years, Pat Wolfenbarger; daughters and sons-in-law, Phyllis and David Wright and Jeannie and David Cox, all of Maynardville; parents, Bratch and Zola Wilson; sister, Yvonne Foust; sister-in-law, Margie Wilson, all of Maynardville; grandchildren, Courtney and Taylor Cox and Savannah and Andrew Wright; several nieces, along with a host of other relatives and friends; special friends, Billy and Claudia Hodge. Interment
at 10:00 a.m. Thursday in New Loyston Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers: David Cox, David Wright, Randy Satterfield, James Ferguson, Danny Cook and Conley Tharpe. Honorary Pallbearers: Randy Kiser, Billy Hodge, Tim Hodge and Mike Hodge. Ailor Mortuary, Maynardville in charge of arrangements.
In Memory of RODERICK ALLEN LUNDY Nov. 11, 1963 - Apr. 8, 1991 Roderick, It's been eight years when you were shot to death. Our hearts were shattered in a million pieces. When you died a part of us died also. One day we will reunite in Heaven, "What a day that will be." Our love for you will never die. The memories and our thoughts of you will always be a part of our life. We Love You. Sadly missed by mom, dad, grandmom, granddad; your children, Anthony, Roderick, Jr., Brittany; your brothers, Bill, Donald, Steven, Todd, Chris, Umar; sisters, Sherri, Crystal
In Loving Memory Of JERRY HARRISON SATTERFIELD, JR. 10/23/69 - 4/8/97 He is alive The gates are open wide, He has forgiven us our sin. And one day we will enter in And we will all be together again. Missing You Your Family
CLAPP, MR. EDWIN C. - age 91, of Strawberry Plains, formerly of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., passed away in his sleep on April 23, 1999, at his home. Mr. Clapp, a native of Knoxville, was a longtime member of Central United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the US Army and was retired from the Knoxville News-Sentinel. He was preceded in death by: his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Clapp; a son, Melvyn D. Clapp; and a brother, Hollis Clapp. He is survived by his: loving wife of 64 years, Lucille Donaldson Clapp; sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Lissea Clapp of Strawberry Plains, Thomas and Delphina Clapp of Knoxville; daughter and son-in-law, Edwina and Jim Baldwin of Strawberry Plains; sister and brother-in-law, Eloise and Creyl Burns of Seymour; 20 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Family and friends will meet at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday at the Tennessee State Veterans cemetery for a 2 p.m. graveside service. The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Monday at Highland Memorial Funeral Home, 588-0567.
DYER, NANCY ELEANOR - age 93, of Knoxville, passed away Saturday at Hillcrest North. Longtime member of Sand Branch United Methodist Church. Retired from St. Mary's Hospital and former employee of Liebovitz Shirt Factory. Preceded in death by father and mother, Washburn and Ora Dyer. Survivors: sister, Martha Murphy; niece, Shirley Swaggerty; nephews, Charles (Bill) Murphy, Jimmy R. Giffin; and many special friends. Service 8 p.m. Monday at Mynatt's Chapel, Rev. Ken Abbott, Rev. Lewis Ketron and Rev. Jay Castro Smith officiating. Family and friends will meet 11 a.m. Tuesday at Asbury cemetery for interment. The family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. Monday at Mynatt's.
FLYNN, BAXTER - age 82, of Rockford, died at 4:25 p.m. Saturday, April 24, 1999, at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Central Point Baptist Church and a 60 year member of Rockford Lodge #469 F&AM, Cypress Commadery Pride Council, 25 year club at Alcoa. Preceded in death by: wife, Lula Flynn; parents, J. Hobart and Zola Flynn; son, Lea Flynn; son-in-law, Roger Cox; granddaughter, Glenda Everhart; and brother, Jack Flynn. Survivors include: daughters and sons-in-law, Clelda and Gleen Everhart of Louisiana, Velma and Davis Spradlin of Maryville; and daughter, Freida Cox of Walland; seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Paul and Lorena Flynn of Friendsville, Arvil and Julie Flynn of Maryville, Clovis and Louise Flynn of Florida, Mayford Flynn of Louisville, Leon and Nadine Flynn of Maryville, and Wiley and Fern of Maryville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Jane and Henry Woody of Oklahoma, Maxine Davis of Walland, and Sue and Harvey McGill of Rockford. Masonic and funeral services 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 1999, at Central Point Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Ridenour, Rev. Beecher Whitehead and Gleen Everhart officiating with interment
in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Central Point cemetery or Building Fund. Family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 26, 1999, in the Trinity Chapel, Smith Mortuary, Maryville, 983-1000.
FOX, MARIAN BRATCHER - age 67, passed away Sunday, April 25, 1999. Marian was preceded in death by: her husband, Claude T. Fox, Jr.; and her sisters, Edna Verna and Polly Gibson. She is survived by: her loving children, Tommy Fox, Sharon Bailey, Steve Fox and Robin Irwin; daughter-in-law, Pennie P. Fox; sons-in-law, Dick Brower and Richard Irwin; grandchildren, Wrenn Fox Spann and husband, Britton Spann and Ricky Irwin; sisters, Sue Taylor, Misty Pepper and Shirley Henning; along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral service 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 1999, at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. Family and friends will meet at Edgewood cemetery for an 11 a.m. Wednesday interment
service. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, East Region Office, 871 Weisgarber Rd., Knoxville, TN 37909. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
HATCHER, JANET LORRAINE - age 65, of Maryville, died Saturday, April 24, 1999, at the family home. She was a member of the East Side Church of Christ. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Helen Herman. Survivors: husband of 46 years, Bruce Hatcher; children, Wayne Eugene Hatcher of Merced, Calif., Ronald Douglas Hatcher of Louisville, Tenn., Sylvia Lynn Hall of Maryville, and Mark Cameron Hatcher of Turlock, Calif.; six grandchildren; and four step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; brother, James Herman of Washington. Funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, 1999, in the Trinity Chapel of Smith Mortuary with the Minister Darrell Tripp and Minister Paul Methvin. Interment
following the service at Williamson Chapel cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Friends may view after 2 p.m. on Tuesday. Family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday in the Trinity Chapel of Smith Mortuary, Maryville, 983-1000.
HAYES, MILDRED IRENE - age 84, of Corryton, went to be with Jesus April 24, 1999. Member of Glen Oak Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: loving husband, Rev. Herbert Hayes; brother, Ernest Smith; sister, Myrtle Atkins. Survived by: sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy and Iva Hayes, Kenny and Carol Hayes; daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Al Blankenship; ten grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mynatt's Chapel, Rev. Bill Romines officiating. Interment
Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday at Mynatt's.
HUMPHREY, CARRIE LOUISE - age 58, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, April 23, 1999, at Ft. Sanders Hospital. Member of Indian Gap Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: mother, Ollie Moles; and sister, Betty Reagan. Survivors: husband, Gerald Humphrey; daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Mark Riley, Susan and Arnold Lethgo; grandchildren, Chandler and Olivia Riley, Cory and Taylor Lethgo; father, Herman Moles; sisters, Thelma Hickman, Marie Cole, Lois Phillips; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tommy and (Gayle) Moles, Ralph and Nellie Moles; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Juanita and Conard Johnson; sisters-in-law, Lorene Humphrey, Geneive Humphrey, Imogene Humphrey; several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dionna and Burma in the critical care lounge at Ft. Sanders. Service 1 p.m. Monday at Mynatt's Chapel, Rev. Tim Tatum officiating. Interment
in Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews. Arrangements by Mynatt's.
JOHNSON, MARY L. - age 90, of Pittsboro, N.C., died Wednesday, April 21, 1999. Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jerome and Lula Shaver. Her husband, Henry Stanley Johnson, preceded her in death. Mrs. Johnson had a wonderful work ethic throughout her life. She started work at Kresses at the age of 15, later in life she worked the local knitting mill and also as a dietitian. Mary was also a wonderful wife and mother. As her life progressed she took joy in writing songs and preaching the gospel. Mary is survived by: three daughters, Carrie King of Pittsboro, N.C., Mary Louellah Cogdill and Daisy Marie Graham, both of Knoxville; four sisters, Lillian Greenhouse of California, Johnny Morgan and Tilly Thomas, both of Knoxville, and Frankie Bales of Oak City, Tenn.; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends will meet at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday at Highland Memorial cemetery South for a 3 p.m. graveside service, Rev. Wayne Huntley officiating. Arrangements by Gentry-Griffey Chapel.
KITTS, BRIAN C. - age 25, of Knoxville, passed away Sunday morning, April 25, 1999, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Survived by: parents, Earl and Brenda Kitts; brothers and sister-in-law, Richard and Mary Kitts, Gerald and Dwayne Kitts, all of Knoxville; grandmother, Thelma G. Kitts, Jefferson City; aunts, Marlene Kitts and Betty Hurst, both of Knoxville; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service will be 7 p.m. Tuesday, Rev. Jason Berry officiating. Family has requested no flowers, and memorials be made to Children's Hospital of East Tennessee. Family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at Gentry-Griffey Chapel.
JOHNSON, MICHAEL LEROY (SKULL) - age 32, of Georgia, passed away April 21, 1999. Born in Knoxville, Tenn. Preceded in death by: mother, Mrs. Gloria Jean Johnson; grandfather, Willie Boyd. He leaves to cherish his memory: his step-mother, (aunt) Ruby (Wade) Woods; father, Flouzelle Johnson; grandmother, Mrs. Laura Jackson Boyd; uncle, Sam Eunice; great-aunt, Ruby Henderson; his precious angels, daughters, Shanceria, Shereka, Shakita, Alexia; son, Marquarious, all of Atlanta; brothers, Ronald, Maurice, Robert; sister, Deanna Johnson Coleman; a host of cousins to include Angela, Sherry, James, Tyrone Walker, Robin Ragland, Deondria McBath, Charles Brown and family in Birmingham, Ala., A.L.; many devoted friends to include Sandra Thomas, Yolanda Bennett, Marshall Hollis, Quentin Mosley, Kevin Mullins, Cedric Williams, Curtis Hutchinson; friends on Washington Road and the Pitsburg Civic League, all in Atlanta; and many more relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 1:30-2 p.m. at Jarnigan's Chapel with Rev. John Jordan officiating. Interment
to follow at Highland Memorial cemetery, Southerland Avenue. The family will assemble at the home of Mrs. Ruby Woods, 1646 Laurens Ave. Jarnigan & Son Mortuary in charge.
LAY, MR. JOHN H., SR. - age 71, of Washburn, born January 21, 1928, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away 2 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 1999, at his home. He was of the Baptist faith and was a US Army veteran of World War II. Retired employee of Kern's Bakery. Preceded in death by: parents, Lamer and Viola Helton Lay; brothers, Homer and Jimmy Lay; sister, Shirley Vick. Survived by: wife, Bertha Jones Lay; son, John H. Lay, Jr.; daughters, Katherine Cooper and Cissy Mears; grandsons, Johnathan and Jared Mears; sisters, Betty Acuff, Helen Smith; brothers, Albert, Joe and Ronnie Lay; several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will assemble 11 a.m. Monday at Liberty Hill cemetery for interment
service. Arrangements by Cooke Mortuary, Maynardville.
