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William Bradford Chappell William "Bill" Bradford Chappell of Raleigh, NC, much be- loved, died at home on June 25, 2002, after an extended illness. The family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. Thursday evening at Brown- Wynne Funeral Home (1701 E. Millbrook Road). Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., June 28, at Trinity United Methodist Church (Bloodworth and Sasser Sts.), his church home for five decades. Inter- ment will follow at Raleigh Memorial Park. Bill was born on December 3, 1913, in Flatwoods, Tennessee, the sixth of seven children of Ewin Summers Chappell, Jr. and Della Ann Hensley Chappell. Bill received his undergraduate degree from Maryville College in Tennessee in 1943, and pursued graduate studies at the University of Chicago. In 1931, he began an esteemed 41-year career with the US Weather Bureau. His tenure included assignments in Louisiana, Florida, Tennessee, Nebraska, Texas, Oklahoma, and Illinois as well as a 12-month scientific mission to Greenland. In 1953, he settled with his family in Raleigh. After retiring in 1972, Bill devoted his time to the family's homestead north of Raleigh, which he purchased with his wife, Babs, in 1954. In addition to building their log cabin home and three ponds the largest named Bardy after the love of his life, his wife Bill nurtured thousands of trees from seedlings; raised fish that his many friends enjoyed catching over the years; harvested honey from his thriving beehives; grew a variety of vegetables and flowers in his gardens; raised a menagerie of ponies, goats, and ducks; and, faithfully, tracked the rainfall with his rain gauge to report to the US Weather Bureau. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Perrin Moore "Babs" Jones Chappell of Miami, Florida; children, Sharon Ann Chappell of Raleigh, John Wayne and Gary Bradford Chappell of Washington, DC; grandsons, Andrew Quentin Chappell and David Zachary Carver of Raleigh; brother, Burke Hughes Chappell of Vienna, VA; and many close family friends, including Jim Cantrell of Washington, DC. His sons, Clifford Stephen and David Michael Chappell; grandson, Christopher Scott and granddaughter, Caroline Bess Carver predeceased him. Bill will be greatly missed by all who crossed his path, and affectionately remembered for his strength of character, unyielding work ethic, sharp wit, love of the blues, and wonderful generosity. The family extends its deep gratitude for the prayers, love, and kindnesses they have received during Bill's illness.

Ronald Brian Cheek, age 73, of Richmond, Indiana, died Sunday, February 5, 2017, at his home. Born March 29, 1943, in Richmond, Indiana, to Harry and Eleanor Borridaile Cheek, Ron was a 1961 graduate of Richmond High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Maryville College. Ron was a supervisor for the Richmond Sanitation District. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. Ron enjoyed his Bible study, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his son, Brian (Twana) Cheek of Centerville, Indiana; grandchildren, Nathan and Brynna Cheek; sister, Michele (Charles) Beard of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; nieces; nephews; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial gathering for Ronald Brian Cheek was Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at First United Methodist Church. Private burial at Crown Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Memorial contributions may be made to: Gideon International for the Memorial Bible Fund, P.O. Box 1092, Richmond, IN 47375. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.

Amber Ann Chenault, 31 of Loudon, passed away Monday, June 19, 2017. She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Pearl Brown and Paulette White; and grandfather, Harold Chenault. Survivors: mother, Kimberly Maples; sisters, Crystal and Destiny Chenault, and Jasmin White; brother, Christopher Chenault; nieces, Alayciah and Malayiah Chenault; nephew, Kwynton Chenault; grandmother, Beryl Chenault; grandfather, Humphrey White; special uncle, James Brown; and a host of cousins. The family would like to say a special Thank You to U.T. Medical Center Progressive Care Unit, especially Tristan & Kathy, MCCU Dr. Oscar Grandas, DCI Clinic, U.T. Hospice and special caregiver, Brook Donley. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Loudon Funeral Home

CHERRY Evelyn (Lyn) Fletcher Cherry Evelyn, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother was born December 10, 1939, in Bellshill, Lanarkshire, Scotland. Lyn died Monday, September 16, 2013, following a month of care by hospice. She was preceded in death by her parents Russell Scotty Fletcher and Jessie Grant Fletcher. Lyn emigrated to the United States with her parents and her brother in 1947, and settled in South Carolina. A short time later the family moved to Jacksonville, Florida where she attended Landon High School and was married. In 1969, Lyn and family moved to Maryville, Tennessee. For many years, she was active at New Providence Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Sam Houston Schoolhouse board and of the short-lived Mental Health Association. Lyn and family hosted several international exchange students and teachers. She was a painter, and for a time, an active member of Fine Arts Blount. Lyn received her Bachelor of Arts from Maryville College at age 51, served as Director of Mail Services, and retired from Maryville College in 1999. She is survived by husband of 56 years, Dr. Clarence (Ed) Edwin Cherry, Jr.; sons and daughters-in-law, David M. Cherry and Cynthia S. Cherry; John E. Cherry and Melanie S. Cherry; grandchildren, Samantha Lyn, Stephen, Michael, and Alexandra (Alex) Cherry, all of Maryville; brother, John Russell Fletcher of Jacksonville, Florida; special family members of the heart, Mitsuyoshi Tamura of Atlanta, Leonel Popol of Maryland, Carrie Betton of Columbus, Ohio and Sharon Carey of Maryville as well as several beloved sisters-and-brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada, Scotland, Australia and several U.S. states. A memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Thursday in McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Carroll officiating. Please, no flowers. Donations may be made in Lyn s name to the local PBS affiliate or to your favorite charity.

CHERRY Evelyn (Lyn) Fletcher Cherry Evelyn, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother was born December 10, 1939, in Bellshill, Lanarkshire, Scotland. Lyn died Monday, September 16, 2013, following a month of care by hospice. She was preceded in death by her parents Russell Scotty Fletcher and Jessie Grant Fletcher. Lyn emigrated to the United States with her parents and her brother in 1947, and settled in South Carolina. A short time later the family moved to Jacksonville, Florida where she attended Landon High School and was married. In 1969, Lyn and family moved to Maryville, Tennessee. For many years, she was active at New Providence Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Sam Houston Schoolhouse board and of the short-lived Mental Health Association. Lyn and family hosted several international exchange students and teachers. She was a painter, and for a time, an active member of Fine Arts Blount. Lyn received her Bachelor of Arts from Maryville College at age 51, served as Director of Mail Services, and retired from Maryville College in 1999. She is survived by husband of 56 years, Dr. Clarence (Ed) Edwin Cherry, Jr.; sons and daughters-in-law, David M. Cherry and Cynthia S. Cherry; John E. Cherry and Melanie S. Cherry; grandchildren, Samantha Lyn, Stephen, Michael, and Alexandra (Alex) Cherry, all of Maryville; brother, John Russell Fletcher of Jacksonville, Florida; special family members of the heart, Mitsuyoshi Tamura of Atlanta, Leonel Popol of Maryland, Carrie Betton of Columbus, Ohio and Sharon Carey of Maryville as well as several beloved sisters-and-brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada, Scotland, Australia and several U.S. states. A memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Thursday in McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Carroll officiating. Please, no flowers. Donations may be made in Lyn s name to the local PBS affiliate or to your favorite charity .

Chesnutt named Atlanta VAHCS Nurse Practitioner of the Year, 2021

Margaret Chesnutt has made significant contributions to our nurse practitioners within the Atlanta VA Health Care System. Chesnutt, an invaluable member of our primary care team, serves our Veterans and spearheads new nurse practitioners’ orientation where she meets with newly hired NPs on a monthly basis and reviews information to acclimate them to our electronic medical record and VA processes. She also has served in many leadership roles in the national Otolaryngology Nurses Association, as President and as Conference Chair organizing their annual educational symposium and promotes professional collaboration among their membership. Last year, she spearheaded the Atlanta APRN Council 1st CE Day during Nurse Practitioner Week. More than 125 nurses participated and earned continuous educational credit.
She is honored to be voted NP of the Year by her colleagues.

age 76, of Talbott, TN, entered his Heavenly home on December 3, 2013 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. He was the son of Theodore and Edna Campbell Childress. Preceded in death by his parents and grandmothers, Mary Campbell and Mary Childress. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-six years, Margaret Haynes Childress; son, Mark A. Childress and wife Mary Ann; daughter, Kimberly C. Gjedde and husband David C. Gjedde; grandchildren, Stephanie Childress and fiancé Dawson Patty, Andrew Childress, Kennedy Childress and Matthew Gjedde. He is also survived by aunt, Georgia Childress; and cousins, Helen Ferguson, Clara Echols, Tracy Butcher and Howard Sneed. Education was an important part of Denver’s life. He was a graduate of Maryville College and the University of Tennessee, where he earned the Doctorate of Education degree. His teaching career included Powell High School, Maryville Junior and High Schools, and thirty-four years at Carson Newman University as a professor of Mathematics. After retirement, he developed interests in history, photography, and walking in Panther Creek State Park. He spent many happy hours pursuing these hobbies, which he frequently shared with his grandchildren. His greatest love and pride was his family. He was a kind, gentle, and generous husband, father and grandfather. He had the God-given ability to see the best in people and circumstances which continued until the end of his life.

from the University of Maryland Medical System and the University of Maryland School of Medicine and relocating to Savannah. I will work some with the University Medical Center and Mercer Medical School.

Alan Childs retires after 37 years of ‘great adventure’.  For more information see the link.

Alan Childs retires after 37 years of ‘great adventure’

Professor and Chair of Department of Bioethics and Medical Humanities at the Mercer University School of Medicine is now also director of the endowed Carlos and Marguarite Mason Center for Organ Donation and Transplantation Education, Research, and Policy also located at the medical school.

Catherine Emily (Davidson) Christiansen, 98, daughter of George and Ruby Davidson, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017. She was born April 12, 1919, at the former Thanksgiving Hospital in Cooperstown. Catherine graduated from Cooperstown High School with the Class of 1936, and Maryville College in Tennessee. She was employed by the Otsego County Welfare Department from 1942 to 1950. On June 2, 1946, she married Hartwick “Harvey” Christiansen. They resided in Fly Creek before retiring to Sebring, Florida, in 1987. After her husband’s death, Catherine returned in 2012 to reside in Cooperstown at Woodside Hall, where she received heartwarming and excellent care. An active 4-H leader, Catherine taught sewing, and also served as a judge with the Otsego County Cooperative Extension. She was a member of the Fly Creek Area Historical Society and the Cooperstown Native Daughters. She was proud of her deep religious faith and her many years of camping with her husband. She greatly enjoyed knitting and sewing and was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan. Catherine is survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. A graveside service in the Fly Creek Valley Cemetery will be held in the spring. Contributions in Catherine’s memory may be sent to Woodside Hall “Activities Fund,” 1 Main St., Cooperstown, NY 13326. Arrangements are under the care of Tillapaugh Funeral Service, Cooperstown.

“Tis very sweet to look into the fair and open face of heaven.” – John Keats Joyce Lorraine Christianson was born December 15th, 1923 in Atlanta, Georgia to Ben and Rowena Odom. She passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on August 19th, 2015 in Mount Vernon, Washington, of congestive heart failure, at the age of 91. Joyce was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, elementary school teacher and lifelong adventurer. She graduated from the University of Georgia, where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority and received her Masters from Oglethorpe University in preparation for her teaching career. Her first teaching job took her to a sugar plantation in Hilo, Territory of Hawaii in 1948. She moved to Seattle in 1949 to teach kindergarten and first grade at McDonald School near Greenlake. Joyce joined a Christian singles group, the Campbell Club, at University Christian Church where she met her future husband, Lyle Christianson, also a Seattle school teacher. They married on March 28th, 1953. In 1960 they settled their growing family in the Maple Leaf neighborhood in North Seattle. Lyle passed away of cancer in 1972. Joyce was very proud of the four wonderful children they had together, always encouraging them throughout their lives. She was always the loudest supporter in the stands for their school sports and her school teacher voice carried for blocks at dinner time- “diiiinner”! And she never lost her soft southern accent even after 66 years in the Pacific Northwest. After Lyle’s death, Joyce renewed her teaching career retiring from University Heights Elementary in 1987. Joyce never remarried. How do you follow the husband who wrote to her “You are the most wonderful person I know, or have known; The loveliest to gaze on, The most enjoyable to be with, The most perfect to love”. Joyce was a lifelong adventurer; teaching English in China, traveling to Israel, Russia, South America, Turkey, and Europe. She loved to dance and was a master at playing bridge, her favorite pastime up to the end of her life. She will be missed by her bridge playing friends but now they will have a chance to win! She moved to La Conner, Washington, 3 years ago to be near family, where she helped her son’s business, Christianson’s Nursery, for over 20 years. Her boundless energy and enthusiasm for life will be missed by all who knew her. Joyce’s life was filled with so many changes; growing up on Peachtree Hills Avenue in the segregated south and living long enough to see Barack Obama as President, watching silent movies, growing up during the Great Depression, reaching adulthood in WW2, and having a president from Georgia, Jimmy Carter (the first democrat she voted for!) Oh! What a life! Joyce is survived by her younger sister, Jacqueline Nelson, brother-in-law Glen Christianson, sister-in-law Marge Christianson, and her children: Judy Christianson (Ann), Carl Christianson (Kim), John Christianson (Toni), and Karen Christianson (Heidi). Grandchildren James Christianson (Rhiannan), Ann Feaster (Bill), Daniel Marty, Allyson McCormick (Bryan), Emma Christianson and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Joyce was a member of the University Presbyterian Church for over 50 years, upon moving to La Conner, she joined the La Conner United Methodist Church. She was certain in her belief in God and Jesus Christ as her Savior. She loved her church family. She did not fear death and was certain of her place in heaven. Memorial donations may be made to La Conner United Methodist Church or KCTS 9 Public Television. We would like to thank The Bridge at Mount Vernon for their compassionate care in Joyce’s final weeks. Joyce’s final resting place will be with her husband at Evergreen-Washelli in Seattle, Washington.

Janice West Christman of Knoxville was taken to her higher power on October 1, 2019 by a Choir of Angels. Born in Maryville to Vaughn and Agnes West, she graduated from Lanier High School, Maryville College, and the UT. She retired from the Y-12 National Security Complex after 33 years of dedicated service as the Deputy Director of Quality. She is preceded in death by her father Vaughn, sister Kathy, and daughter Misty. She is survived by her husband Tom, ever-loving companion Bella (where's Eddie?), daughter Michelle, mother Agnes, brothers Eddie and Tim (Glenda), sisters Rhonda and Tracy, grandchildren Evan and Ruby, and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Monday, October 7th at Rothschild's, 8807 Kingston Pike from 5-7pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR), 11800 Hwy 11E, Lenoir City, TN 37772. Funeral arrangements by Dogwood Cremation.

Leslie Morris Gilbert Christy was born in Atlanta, GA November 23, 1921 to Hattie M. and Hugh Gilbert and passed away on December 28, 2017 as a result of a head injury sustained in a tragic fall on Friday, December 22. Upon graduation from high school she attended Maryville College in Maryville, TN from 1939-41 where she met her future husband Kenneth L. Christy. Both of their educations were interrupted by the outbreak of WWII. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps and while home on leave from duty they were married in Atlanta, GA October 23, 1942 in the home of her grandparents. In 1946 she resumed her education at Emory University completing her degree in Radiologic Technology soon thereafter. After child raising was complete she worked full time for and retired from T.E. Schumpert Medical Center after twenty plus years of service in 1987. She and Ken travelled extensively to many foreign countries as well as visiting grandchildren until his death in 1998. She was a prolific reader and an exceptional historian, always wanting to learn. She was an active 96-year-old who played bridge on Wednesdays, attended church services on Sunday, worked crossword puzzles and never missed Jeopardy every afternoon. She spoke with a soft Southern drawl and was a consummate story teller, often recounting tales of growing up during the Depression as well as Gilbert family stories from her Kentucky roots and Morris family stories from her South Carolina/Georgia roots. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church and PEO Sorority. Leslie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 56 years Rev. Kenneth L. Christ y, her beloved brother and sister, Dr. Hugh B. Gilbert and Bess Gilbert Marshall. She is survived by five children: Col. Kenneth L. Christy, Jr. USMC and wife Kathy of Rock Hill, SC, Stephen F. Christy and wife Donna of Lebanon, NH, Gilbert Keith Christy, MD and wife Katie of Bossier City, Marion Christy Moore of Shreveport, Gordon H. Christy and Adaline of Bossier City. Seven grandchildren: Kelly Partlow, Kimberly Martin, Kenneth A. Christy, Melissa Maidana, Leslie Christy Schwartz, Lauren Christy Montz, Tara L. Moore and 11 great grandchildren. Pallbearer’s will be her sons and grandsons. The family would like to give a special thanks to the physicians, nurses, and caregivers at Willis-Knighton Bossier ER and in particular to the nurses at the Critical Care Stepdown Unit on 4th Floor. Mom was treated with dignity and respect during her final days even when it became obvious that she would not survive this tragic accident at such an unfortunate time during the holiday season. God does indeed work in mysterious ways. She will be missed. “You were the wind beneath our wings!” Bossier City – Funeral services for Leslie Morris Gilbert Christy were held on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, A private family interment followed at the Cottage Grove Presbyterian Church Cemetery where she will be laid to rest next to her husband.

Kenneth A. Churchill, 75, of Petersburg, died at 12:40 pm on March 1, 2014 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born on May 4, 1938 in Greensburg, PA, the son of Charles O. and Janette N. Churchill. He married Barbara F. Jackson on September 15, 1984 at Central Presbyterian Church, Petersburg, IL. Kenneth earned a BA degree from Maryville College, Maryville, TN, a Masters degree from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary in Louisville, KY, and a Doctorate degree from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. He was ordained as a Presbyterian pastor in 1966. During his career he served as pastor at Covenant Larger Parish, Clarksville, MO; at Hodge Presbyterian Church, Trenton, MO; at the Central Presbyterian Church, Petersburg, IL; and at the Gulf Beach Presbyterian Church, Panama City Beach, FL. He also served in three interim positions, as pastor at the First Presbyterian Churches of Clinton, IL and Carthage, IL; and as Associate Executive of the Presbytery of Great Rivers, Peoria, IL. Throughout his ministry he was active in the larger church and in his community. In his presbyteries he had served as chairperson of all major committees. He served as Moderator of the Presbytery of Florida. He was twice a commissioner to the National Meeting of the Presbyterian Church (USA). He also represented the Presbyterian Church twice on mission trips to South Africa. He will be remembered by many for his commitment to ecumenical work as seen by his initiate in starting inter-denominational Lenten Breakfasts for Men, a Youth Recreation Center, Love Outreach Program for disadvantaged children, a beach wide pantry, followed by Beach Care Services, referral and counseling center. His goal throughout his life was to help people experience the love and joy of Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; two sons, Timothy Churchill (wife, Mabel) of Franklin, TN and Kevin Troutner (wife, Gina) of Loraine, IL; two daughters, Kelly Holtsman (husband, Les) of Thompson, MO and Patience Griffin (husband, James) of McKinney, TX; one sister, Lynn Kratz of Chesterfield, MO; and by eleven grandchildren. His Witness to Resurrection Service will be held at Central Presbyterian Church, Petersburg, IL, on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 11:00 am. A visitation will be held Friday, March 7 from 5 to 7 pm also at Central Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Presbyterian Church.

Reverend Donna Cieply was born in Utica, N.Y., and was an active youth member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church of Utica. Donna attended Maryville College (Presbyterian) in TN. After College graduation in 1967, Donna attended Andover-Newton Theological School in Newton Center, MA, and graduated in 1970 with her Master’s in Religious Education degree. She returned to Seminary (ANTS) and graduated in 1980 with a Masters of Divinity degree. Ordained in August 1982, Donna served two Presbyterian Churches in the Adirondacks of upstate N.Y; Mineville and Port Henry. In 1986, Rev. Cieply began 25+ years of service as Chaplain/Case Manager at Center City Ministries (later re-named Victory House) in Bethlehem, PA. This Ministry began as the combined efforts of 8 communities of faith to help the homeless. Pre-deceased by those who raised her (her mother Edna Cieply and her aunt Edith Wilson) Rev. Cieply is survived by her life-partner of 39 years (and spouse of 1 year), The Rev. Nancy P. Adams, and her cousin Michael Wilson, as well as numerous cousins. In lieu of flowers, a donation to The Soup Kitchen of Trinity Episcopal Church at the address listed above would be deeply appreciated. Published in Morning Call on Nov. 12, 2017.

Jacqueline Klauber Claflin, 86, of Marietta, GA, passed away on December 4, 2007.

Robert F. Clark, PhD, “Dr. Bob”, of Chattanooga, died on Monday, September 30, 2013. After a long battle with cancer Bob, was called home to be with the Lord. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He was born April 1, 1934, in Jersey City, N.J., to George and Margaret Clark. He graduated from Maryville College in 1954. Bob then served in the U.S. Army in the field of counterintelligence, from 1954 to 1960. He returned to school, graduating from the University of Chattanooga with a Master of Science in 1982; and from Colombia Pacific University in 1992, with a Doctorate of Philosophy. He worked for Provident Life and Accident and also taught at several private colleges in the area. In 1992, he retired from Provident Life and Accident and focused solely on his teaching career. He hadbeen a Master Mason since 1960 and served the Ooltewah Lodge and the Harrison Lodge. He was also a member of the Alhambra Shrine Temple and the Scottish Rite and was Past Master at Mtn. City lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Margaret Clark DeSaix. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Janet; daughters, Laura (Scott) Greenwell and Pamela (David) Raby; sons, George (Dee) Clark and Robby Clark; his stepchildren, John Brookins and Pamela Brookins; 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

91, of New Franklin, Ohio died Monday, August 17th. She was born November 1, 1923 in Genoa, Ohio to the late Joseph and Muriel (Longenecker) Weber. Muriel was a Chemical Analyst at Firestone Tire and Rubber Co., a member of Northwest Stark Senior Center and High Point Christian Church (old Clinton 1st Church of Christ). In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Royal Clark and one brother. She is survived by her sisters, Fannie Mae Heimlich ’53 of Attica, Ohio and Lauramae Cutler ’44 of New Jersey; nieces, Debbie (Carl) Nelson of Mount Gilead, Ohio and Marie; nephew, Clifford Heimlich.

Susan Ann Clark, 79, of Burlington passed away Thursday October 8th at Rancocas Valley Hospital in Mt. Holly. Daughter of the late William & Evelyn Ruth Bloomer; mother of the late Sara K. Clark; wife of the late James E. Clark. Surviving is her daughter Janet L. & Dennis K. Russell of Hamilton Square, NJ; 2 granddaughters Corrine Hunsher and Caylee Hunsher; sister Sandra Jackson of Coatsville, PA. Born and raised in West Chester, PA, she spent most of her life as a Springfield Township, NJ resident until recently moving to Mt. Holly. Susan retired in 2000 after 20 years of service with CIGNA, Global Healthcare Services at Voorhees, NJ office. She was an active and contributing parish member of First Presbyterian Church of Mount Holly, where she was the leader of their Prayer Ministry Team and ALPHA Team Leader. While she was at Riverview Assisted Living Facility she knitted and crocheted prayer shawl wraps. In her younger years, Susan sang professionally and taught opera as she was an accomplished Soprano singer. Susan was also an actress at Haddonfield’s Play’s & Prayer’s Performing Arts Theatre. Funeral services were private for the family under the direction of Winowicz Funeral Service, Trenton, NJ.

Sharon Jones Clark, 81, a resident of Tallahassee, Florida, passed away on May 13, 2022, after a long battle with Parkinson’s.

Daughter of the late Vincent Jones and the late Beulah Jones, Sharon was born and raised in St. Albans, West Virginia. She had a lifelong love of animals, the outdoors, music, and service to others. She attended Maryville College in Tennessee, where she graduated with a BA in music and met her husband Robert. Sharon and Bob wed in 1964 and had 57 wonderful years together.

Sharon moved with Bob and their two young boys to Tallahassee in 1974, where she remained ever since. She enjoyed a rich life in Tallahassee, playing the organ and the piano for a number of churches over the decades, most recently at Chris Presbyterian Church on Bannerman Road. She dedicated her free time to volunteer service. Whether it was at the Junior Museum (now the Tallahassee Museum) where she helped introduce young children to north Florida’s nature and wildlife, or at the Leon County Volunteer Center, where she placed volunteers with organizations in need, she made outsized contributions wherever she went. Later on, she volunteered to teach ongoing education at Westminster Oaks, the retirement home where she would eventually spend her last days and where she was beloved by staff.

Sharon was a loving wife and mother, instilling in both her boys a lifelong love of reading and music, and a proud grandmother. She was an avid gardener and birdwatcher. She loved musicals, Asian art, exploring other cultures, and doting on the numerous dogs, cats, and birds she raised over her life. She touched so many people, and she is already missed. She is survived by her husband Bob, and her sons David and Alan.

William “Billy” Tibbs Clarke, 78, of Lake Charles died on Thursday, April 9, 2009 in a local hospital. Mr. Clarke was born in Lake Charles where he lived all of his life. He was a graduate of Lake Charles High School. Mr. Clarke attended Maryville College in Tennessee and graduated from McNeese State University with a BA degree in Business and a MA degree in Economics. He also holds the CLU and ChFC designations from The American College. At McNeese he was ROTC Cadet Corp Commander, Distinguished Military Graduate, outstanding ROTC Cadet and Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities. After college Billy served as a major in the U.S. Army Artillery and Senior Army Aviator with 3,400 hours flying time. He served as a pilot in Korea, and was the first pilot assigned to the Special Forces. He was also Combat Assault Helicopter Unit commander in Vietnam. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Star and numerous Air Medals. He has worked as a life and medical insurance agent, supervisor, home office executive and agency owner. He has served as a member and Chairman of Lafayette Life Insurance Company’s President Advisory Council, President and Man of the Year of Southwest Louisiana Life Underwriters Association, Charter President of Southwest Louisiana CLU/ChFC Chapter and President of the Southwest Louisiana Estate Planning Council. Mr. Clarke served as President of McNeese State University Alumni Association, President of the University’s Foundation and Chairman of the Southwest Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Education Committee for five years. He was a member of Moss Bluff Presbyterian Church in America. He enjoyed walking and was an avid tennis player. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 55 years, June Moss Clarke of Lake Charles; five children, Michael Clarke of Lake Charles, Curtis Clarke of Austin, TX, Melony Cimprich and husband Richard of Pearland, TX, Susan Ross and husband Art of Bruge, Belgium, and Laura Gutierrez and husband Mike of Friendswood, TX; one sister, Mildred “Woo” St. John and husband Johnny of Lake Charles; one brother, Thomas Clarke, Jr. and wife Joyce of Lake Charles; eleven grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. and Mildred Clarke; and a sister, Constance Clarke. Funeral services were held at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial was in Mimosa Pines South in Sulphur. Pallbearers were Richard Cimprich, Mike Gutierrez, Art Ross, Steve Dimmick, Tom Filo, and Robert Guilott.

Edna Argyle King Clarke, 94, of Marietta, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Harmar Place after a brief illness, surrounded by family. She was born at home on August 5, 1928, in Derita, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, daughter of the late Janie Thompson King and Dallas Marvin King of Charlotte, North Carolina. She grew up on the family farm near Charlotte.

Argyle was a member of First United Methodist Church in Williamstown, West Virginia, where she was a member of Sarah Circle. She married Robert Gray Clarke on December 21, 1950, and as the wife of a United Methodist pastor she gave service in many Ohio congregations during her lifetime. She especially valued the life-long friendships she made with parishioners and her fellow pastoral families.

Argyle graduated as valedictorian of her high school class, and the superintendent of Mecklenburg County Schools encouraged her father to send her to college at a time when few of her female contemporaries went on to higher education. She graduated cum laude from Maryville College in Tennessee with a degree in biology, and then from the Duke University School of Nursing on June 2, 1952. She spent much of her married life working in the home, but also worked as a registered nurse in hospital, emergency room, and psychiatric settings. She also volunteered with the Red Cross and Hospice, and was a participant of many decades in the Harvard University Nurses’ Health Study. She enjoyed camping and travel, jigsaw puzzles, garage sales, birdwatching, gardening, crossword puzzles, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Argyle is survived by her children, Elin B. Crabtree (Dan) of Versailles, KY, Elaine A. Comery of La Quinta, CA, and Wesley S. Clarke (Hattie) of Marietta, OH; seven grandchildren, Amelia A. Crabtree (Andy North) of Durham, NC, Molly C. Crabtree of Los Angeles, CA, Bethany E. Cates (Michael) of Redding, CA, Lizbeth E. Comery (Jed Willer) of Big Bear, CA, Alex M. Comery (Cortnee Brown) of Van Nuys, CA, Jessica N. Radabaugh (Nick) of Columbus, OH, and Eva R. Clarke of Cincinnati, OH. She also has four great-grandchildren, Uli and Eleanor Cates, and Hallie and Will Radabaugh. Argyle is also survived by one brother, D. Merle King (Elizabeth) of Charlotte, NC, a niece and four nephews.

In addition to her parents, Argyle was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Robert G. Clarke in 2009, and by brothers Blanton and Elwin King.

The family wishes to thank the staffs of The Glenwood Community, Dr. Kim Hunkele, Marietta Memorial palliative care, Harmar Place, and United Church Homes Hospice for the loving support and care they provided our mother in her final years and days. Her heart was filled with gratitude for her life experiences, her family and friends, and the loving care she was given.

As a parent, pastoral wife, and nurse, Argyle lived a life of service to her family, church, and patients. Near the end of her life she was blessed with a Nursing Honor Guard ceremony by Ohio’s Hospice. Argyle donated her body to the Ohio University College of Medicine and a memorial service will be held in the future.

writes in to share that he umpired the 2019 College World Series in Omaha, NE in June of 2019. He also umpired it in 2016.

MC alumna and Alcoa native, Dr. Shirley Carr Clowney '58, digs deep into the story of African-Americans in Blount County. Clowney's book, "Our Place in Time: Blacks in Blount County," is a 133-page paperback book focuses on the contributions of blacks in areas like education, religion, government, sports, armed forces and arts to name a few. Check out her feature on WATE!
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