Tennessee, U.S., Delayed Birth Records, 1869-1909
Jeanne Bonneau Turner Ansley
Jeanne Bonneau Turner Ansley, 94, died peacefully on April 12, 2012, in Knoxville, with all her children at her bedside and the care of other friends and family close at hand. Her joyful generosity of spirit and acute appreciation for the beauty of the world were gifts she freely gave right to the end. Jeanne was born
in Oxford, Georgia, on April 4, 1918, youngest of seven children born
to Edward Kimbrough Turner and Frances Lee Turner. Family meant much to Jeanne, and she was particularly proud of her parents. Her father was professor of classics at Emory, and her mother was an accomplished artist whose painting of Bulloch Hall in Roswell, Ga., was selected by Eleanor Roosevelt to hang in the White House. Jeanne was preceded in death by her amazing sisters and brothers: Pat, Lora, Duke, Herben, Bee, and Top. Raised in Atlanta, Jeanne was active in Camp Fire Girls, loved the out-of-doors, and when she became a young woman, enjoyed being in the social whirl. After attending Riverside California Junior College and Montevallo College, she graduated from Emory University. At Emory she met Bradford Dunham Ansley, Jr., and the couple married in 1941. They lived briefly in New York and Miami while Bradford pursued a career as newscaster and AP newswriter. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Bradford joined the Navy, where he served in the South Pacific. On his return, the couple moved to Atlanta where children Fran, Brad and Donald were born. Bradford edited the Emory alumni magazine and later became director of development. After he went into business in the mid-1960s, the couple lived in Columbus, Ga., Siesta Key, Fla., New York City, and Los Angeles, before retiring to Happy Valley, Tenn. Jeanne had an artistic eye and hand, making jewelry, stitchery, sculpture, and creating beautiful environments wherever she lived. She had a delicious sense of humor and a way of welcoming, understanding and encouraging all kinds of people who came within her orbit. Never stuck in her own demographic, she always approached people with a warm heart and open mind. She was actively involved in the Experiment in International Living and made some of her closest friends among young people she met through the Experiment from places all over the world. While in Florida, Jeanne served on the board of a Migrant Headstart program. While in Columbus, she joined the Human Relations Council. She led Camp Fire Girl groups, was active in the Episcopal Church, volunteered with museums, attended symphony concerts, packed innumerable picnics, and near the end of her life donated a substantial conservation easement to fulfill hers and Bradford’s dream of preserving for future generations the land they bought in Happy Valley near the Smokies. Bradford died in 1992, and Jeanne remained in Happy Valley. For over five years, she has had all three of her children living close. She is survived by her children: daughter, Fran Ansley and her husband Jim Sessions of Knoxville; son, Brad Ansley and his wife Kathy Ansley of Happy Valley; son, Donald Ansley and his wife Cindy McGinnis of Knoxville; by three grandchildren: Elisha Sessions with his wife Emmanuel Bassmann of London, England; Lee Sessions of Knoxville; and Channing Ansley of St. Louis; by two great-grandchildren: Louis Lee Sessions and Paul Turner Sessions of London; and by many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, stepgrandchildren and dear friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on May 12, 2012, at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Maryville, interment
to follow in New Providence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org), Foothills Land Conservancy (https://www.foothillsland.org) /donate.shtml) or Experiment in International Living, (https://www.experimentinternational.org) McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville in charge, 982-6812
Ruth Evelyn (Alexander) Lockhart Taylor
Ruth Evelyn (Alexander) Lockhart Taylor, age 72, of Knoxville, departed this life Friday, May 4, 2012, at Ft. Sanders Hospital. She was born
to John and Katheryn Alexander in Alcoa. She was a member of Pilgrim Temple Baptist Church in Rockford. Preceded in death by parents, three brothers, and 19 sisters-in-law. Survivors include husband, Sammy Taylor; sons, Lawrence, Lewyll and Lamont Lockhart; daughter, Lucy Brevard; four grandchildren; four brothers and three sisters. Funeral service will be held Thursday, May 10, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Foothills Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Dexter Mahone officiating. Interment
to follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Maryville. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Foothills Funeral Home, Maryville in charge of arrangements.
Evelyn Elizabeth Caza
Evelyn Elizabeth Caza, of Maryville, and former resident of Maryville Towers, born
February 12, 1925, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Blount Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by parents, David and Dora Holliday; husband, Gerald Caza; son, Brian Caza, all of Massena, N.Y. Survivors include her children, Dale and Judy Caza of Massena, N.Y., Glenn and Holly Jones of Friendsville; daughter-in-law, Linda Caza of Massena, N.Y.; 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Her family would like to thank the staff of her most recent residence at Liberty Assisted Living. Calling hours will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Phillips Memorial Home, Inc., Massena, N.Y. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Phillips Memorial Home, Inc., with the interment
to follow in Calvary Cemetery, Massena, NY. Flowers may be sent to Phillips Memorial, 64 Andrews St., Massena, NY 13662. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home in charge, 982-6812
Melvin Duff Giles
Melvin Duff Giles, age 80, passed away at Maryville Healthcare Center Monday, May 7, 2012. He was a Korean War veteran, a member of Rockford Masonic Lodge #469, past worshipful master and a member of the Shriners, a member of the Scottish Rite and York Rite, Martha Washington Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, and past patron of Martha Washington Eastern Star. He was a member of Maryville First United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by parents, Joe and Irene Hicks Giles; and brother, Vernon Giles. He is survived by his wife, Cedith Flynn Giles; brother, Glen Giles; brothers-in-law, Dwayne Flynn and wife Margaret, Mitchell Flynn and wife Gail; sister-in-law, Katherine Giles, and many and much-loved nieces and nephews and special caregiver, Deborah Garibay. A Masonic funeral will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at McCammon-Ammons-Click Chapel with Rev. John Tierbach officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Family and friends will meet for the burial at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Grandview Cemetery. ln lieu of flowers, donations may by made to Maryville First United Methodist Church, 803 Montvale Station Road, Maryville, TN 37803, or Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa FL, 33607. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6812
Don Roswell Watson
Don Roswell Watson, age 93, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at Blount Memorial Hospital. Don was born
on May 13, 1918, in Wheat, Tenn., to Hattie and George Watson and was the youngest of 10 children. He graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan College prior to volunteering for the service. He served three years in Europe during World War II, where he was a member of the amphibious engineers, a unit responsible for ferrying troops and supplies to support the D-Day invasion at Normandy. Don was extremely proud of his military service and support of his country during World War II. He was equally proud of the Wheat community where he grew up and the heritage and sacrifice of this community. During the war the entire Wheat community sacrificed their homes and farms for the development of the Manhattan Project. This top secret project led to the development of the atomic bomb and is credited with saving the lives of many American soldiers. In 1953, Don moved to Maryville and opened a Western Auto store. His keen sense of business and love of people made this business venture a classic success story. Don also enjoyed fishing and reminiscing with friends and business customers. Don is preceded in death by his first wife, Lillian Parkin; his parents, eight brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife, Dot; daughter, Marcia, and son-in-law, Turner; son, David and daughter-in-law, Janie; son, Don, and daughter-in-law, Cathy; son, Jim, and daughter-in-law, Regina; stepdaughter, Sheila. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brian and Derrick Watson, Caylor and Leslie Watson, Becca Gizzarelli (Jason) and great-grandchildren, Jonah Watson, Savannah Watson and Noah Gizzarelli. The family will receive friends Saturday, May 12, 2012, from 9-11 a.m. at McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home in Maryville. A graveside service with military honors will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Crawford Memorial Cemetery
located in the former Wheat community, with Pastors Gerald McFarland and Amy R. Probst officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Broadway United Methodist Church, 309 East Broadway, Maryville, TN 37804, or to Holston United Methodist Church for children at P.O. Box 188, Greeneville, TN 37744. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6812
Anthony Brian Sands
Anthony Brian Sands, age 23, of Maryville, died Sunday, April 1, 2012, at UT Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville.
Lydia Gayle Davis
Lydia Gayle Davis, age 25, of Maryville, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2012. She was an active member of Alcoa-Maryville Church of God, an avid Dr. Who fan, and loved to sing. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Clarence R. “Bill” Lee, Lillian Gaye Lee, and Elsie Edith Davis; and uncle, William Clark Davis. She is survived by her parents, Lillian Mildred and Donny Davis; sister, Edith Mae Davis; grandfather, William T. Davis, Jr.; aunt and uncles, Lynda and Jeff McCollum and Robin and Sam Lee; cousins, Tommy McCollum, Michael McCollum, Kristin Davis, and Samantha Lee; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 6 p.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Miller Funeral Home Magnolia Chapel, John Campbell and Rev. Hubert McGarity officiating. Family and friends will gather 3 p.m. Sunday at Tuckaleechee Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery
for the interment, Elder Chester Hembree and Richard Walker officiating. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6041
Johnny R. Payne
Johnny R. Payne, age 60, of Maryville, passed away Monday, March 26, 2012, at Blount Memorial Hospital. He worked for ALCOA for over 30 years. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven Payne; parents, Earl and Susie Hutsell Payne; and brothers, Venard and Larry Payne. He is survived by his wife, Donna Frank Payne; son, Tony Payne; grandchildren, Michelle, Mitchel, and Zachary Payne; great-grandson, Brantlee Payne; siblings, Doris, Margie, Rowena, Dolly, Kenneth, Judy, Jackie, Dianne, Kathy, Bo, and Connie; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, March 29, 2012, at Miller Funeral Home Magnolia Chapel, Rev. Arkie Baker officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville, 865-982-6041
John Marion Dilbeck, Jr.
John Marion Dilbeck, Jr., of Senoia, Ga., passed away January 3, 2012. Maryville family members include granddaughter, Shawna Dilbeck; grandson, Jonathon Dilbeck; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 2012, at Rex United Methodist Church, Rex Road, Rex, Ga.
Sally ‘Peen’ Williamson Crum
Sally “Peen” Williamson Crum, age 87, of Walland, born
August 6, 1924, in Hartford, Tenn., went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, January 5, 2012. She is now reunited with her loved ones who have gone on before her. Sally was an avid gardener. She took pride in her many different types of irises. She was a friend and Mamaw to many. She raised four kids and cared for several foster children. Sally was a member of Oak View Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by husband, Roy Crum; mother and father, Della and Jake Williamson; great-granddaughter, Lillith; and siblings Tommy, Rhoda, Dorothy. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald Crum and Louise, Larry Crum and Linda; daughter and son-in-law, Pam Stinnett and Tim; and daughter, Paula Garner. She is also survived by eight granddaughters, Ronda, Tonya, Janice, Shannon, April, Rochelle, Olivia, Whitney; and special grandson, Randy; great-grandchildren include Dustin, Cody, Taylor, Jacob, Jarrett, Colton, Emma, Josh, Kirsten, Alexis, Trent, Raven, and one on the way. Surviving siblings include John, Ed, Everette (Wid), Cora and Dolly. She is also survived by her much loved and faithful dog, Sunshine; several nieces and nephews and many, many friends. The family wishes to express a special thank you for the compassion and care of the staff on 2 North at Asbury Place. Family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Oak View Baptist Church. Funeral service and burial will follow with Reverend Glenn Gamble and Scott Huffstetler officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Oak View Baptist Church youth group. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, in charge 865-982-6812
Robert Hilten
Robert Hilten, age 89, of Alcoa, passed away Friday, January 6, 2012, at Asbury Place of Maryville. He was an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church of The Holston Conference for 40 years. Robert was very active in the Southeastern Jurisdictional Historical Society. Preceded in death by wife, Sarah Frances Lenoir Hilten; sister, Eva Hilten. Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Jeanie Hilten of Walland and Bob and Lynn Hilten of Columbus, Mont.; daughter and son-in-law, Rev. LeNoir and Rev. Barry Culbertson; grandchildren, Claire Starkey, Roger Hilten, Ben Culbertson, and Gavin Culbertson; great-grandchildren, Andrew Starkey, Jessica Starkey, and Quinn Hilten; brother and sister-in-law, John and Carolyn Hilten. Memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 2012, at First United Methodist Church of Alcoa. Family will receive friends from 3 until 5 p.m., Saturday, January 7, 2012, at First United Methodist Church of Alcoa. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000
Blanch Marie Rymer Pierce
Blanch Marie Rymer Pierce, age 80, of Morristown, previously of Maryville, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2012, at her home. She was a Christian and was known for her kindness and generosity. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Curtis Pierce and William Michaels; parents, Luther and Vida Rymer; daughter, Carolyn Hardin; brothers, Raymond, Arnold, and Frank Rymer; and sister, Elizabeth Simerly. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and James Sands and Sherry and Bill Garland; grandchildren, Michael Word, Tammy Delph, Pamela Roberts, Jamie Fine, Travis Sands, Steven Roberts, Tommy Lane, Preston Garland, Naomi Garland, and Victoria Garland; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; sisters, Nell Holden and Bertha Henry; sister-in-law, Dorothy Rymer; special friends, Barbara Collins and Buddy Adkinson; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 7 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 2012, at Miller Funeral Home Magnolia Chapel, Rev. Tony Delph officiating. Family and friends will gather 2 p.m. Sunday at Grandview Cemetery
for the interment. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville, 865-982-6041
