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J. Edward Gates , Maryville College class of 1945, died on December, 24, 2015. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS 1989-1990 Fulbright Senior Professor, Institute for English Studies, University of Regensburg, Regensburg, Federal Republic of Germany. 1977-1989 Professor of English, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana. 1970-1977 Associate Professor of English, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana. 1969-1970 Visiting Professor of Lexicography, Centre for Linguistic Studies, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 1968-1970 Research Associate, Centre for Linguistic Studies, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Work on a dictionary of linguistic terminology under H.A. Gleason, Jr. 1964-1967 Research Assistant, Hartford Seminary Foundation, Hartford, Connecticut. Work on a dictionary of linguistic terminology under H.A. Gleason, Jr. 1964-1965 Adjunct Instructor in Psycholinguistics, University of Hartford, West Hartford, Connecticut. 1962-1965 Linguistic Consultant, Dictionary of Idioms for the Deaf, American School for the Deaf, West Hartford, Connecticut; oversaw the content of the dictionary. 1956-1962 Assistant Editor, G. & C. Merriam Company, Springfield, Massachusetts; general editing on Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, religious editing on Webster’s Seventh New Collegiate Dictionary and Webster’s New Secondary School Dictionary. 1949-1952 Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, Gerard Institute, Sidon, Lebanon. 1945-1946 U.S. Naval Reserve; service aboard the U.S.S. Currituck (AV-7); discharged as Seaman First Class. EDUCATION 1968 Ph.D. in Linguistics, Hartford Seminary Foundation, Hartford, Connecticut. Dissertation: An Analysis of the Lexicographic Resources Used by American Biblical Scholars Today. 1953-1956 Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts; completed course requirements for a Ph.D. in the History and Philosophy of Religion, with special attention to religious language. 1953 S.T.M., Harvard University; concentration in Theology and Ethics. 1949 B.D., Yale University; in Teaching and Research in Religion, with a major in Christian Ethics. 1945 B.A., Maryville College, Maryville, Tennessee; with honors in English. PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT Membership: Linguistic Society of America (not current), Indiana Council of Teachers of English (not current), Modern Language Association (not current), American Dialect Society, Dictionary Society of North America, European Association for Lexicography. Offices: Dictionary Society of North America: President 1975-1977, 1997-1999

Dolores “Dolly” Berry, departed this life peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2015, following a long illness. Dolly was born in Indianapolis, Ind. on June 12, 1928 to Dorothy and Robert Berry. The family later moved to Daytona Beach, Fla., where, at the age of 18, she was the first woman in Daytona to earn her commercial pilot’s license and teach flying. In 1960, she earned her bachelor’s degree from the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Va. While there, she met and married Reverend Raymond Gau. Dolly’s life was devoted to caring for others, whether that involved raising her children, working as a teacher, youth leader, children’s librarian or as a hospice volunteer coordinator. She saw beauty in the world and good in the people she met. Through her caring and affirming nature and her love of helping others, she touched the lives of many individuals. Dolly was predeceased by her husband, Ray; and her sister, Rosemary Cole. She is survived by her son, David Gau and wife, Terry; daughter, Victoria Gau and husband, Daniel Falvey; stepdaughter, Susan Gau; grandchildren, Christopher, Jason, Jasper, Sophia and Willa; nephew, Robert Wallace and wife, Terry Sue; and great-nephews, Sean and Daniel. Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to The Hermitage Samaritan Program. Please find more information at www.vumh.org/sam.html . A celebration of Dolly’s lifewas held Sunday, 1 p.m., May 31, 2015, at the Hermitage Chapel, 1600 Westwood Ave., Richmond, Va. 23227

Dorothy L. Gay, of Wodhaven, formerly of Trenton, passed away June 17, 2016 at age 87. Beloved wife of the late Jerry. dear mother of Joe Dixon, Beth Akeson, Tom Gay and Jayne Kulanek. Also survived by 11 grand children and 2 great grand children. At the family’s request there will be no services.

Williams D. (Big G) Gehres, 93 3/4, passed away January 29, 2014. He was passionate about theatre, his friends, aeronautics, amateur radio, teaching, and world travel. Bill earned a bachelor’s degree from Maryville College (1941) and a Master of Arts (1949) from George Peabody College for Teachers. He spent two summers at Berea College and studied theology. He served as Staff Sergeant, Army Medical Corps, in WWII. He was deployed to Iceland, England, Wales, France, and New Guinea from 1941-44. Bill married Aletta Sims in1944. He attended Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1945-46. Bill was Technical Director for Karay Theatre Studios in 1947-48. His love of drama continued as Faculty and Drama Director, at the Ohio Soldiers and Sailors Orphans Home in Xenia, Ohio 1948-49. He taught at West End High School (English, Speech, Drama Director) from the 1950’s-1968 and Hillwood High School (English, Speech, Theatre, and Aerospace Science) from 1968-1981. In 1960, he directed his high school students at West End to success-First place honors Tennessee State Theatre contest. His former students now include successful actors and playwrights. He “gave his all” to other activities, too. A licensed pilot, he owned two planes. He loved flying with his late wife, Aletta, who also had her pilot’s license. A licensed amateur radio “ham,” WA4BSK, he earned his DXCC for contacting over 100 countries. He loved Morse code and was disappointed when it was dropped from the requirements for an amateur license. Bill was licensed to administer amateur radio exams. For years he had weekly radio contact with his brother George (WA4JJX). Big G loved Shakespeare and travelled to Stratford-upon-Avon to see his birthplace and the Globe Theatre. He continued his love of theatre as house staff (usher) at TPAC from 1985-2001, and continued attending theatre with friends over the years. He guest lectured about theatre and drama in Snellville, Georgia. Locally he lectured at Middle Tennessee State University and Nashville State Community College, where he was a big hit into his late eighties! Bill loved travel, and saw Europe with Aletta; he had great friends in England (The Mays) and returned several times to visit. He travelled to France, Belgium, Holland, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, the Caribbean, Scotland and Wales. He visited all 50 states thanks to help from some friends. In his eighties, he broke his ankle riding a Segway in Honolulu; it did not dissuade him from travelling to Alaska! Bill loved cats, and adopted three rescue cats and gave them good lives. He loved his friends and did his best to be there when they needed help. He loved playing board games and laughing with friends, too. He was a talented magician. Big G taught himself to play the organ by ear and could transpose a piece to another key without being able to read music. He enjoyed playing the organ for friends’ weddings, and entertaining groups by playing the organ in his home and apartment. Bill was a truly fun and caring man. He and Aletta LOVED scary roller coasters, especially wood because of the sound. He was an excellent joke-teller whose repertoire included thousands of jokes he loved to tell. “Did you know that Elizabeth Taylor was an excellent house-keeper? Every time she divorced, she kept the house!” He was a positive influence on countless students, friends, fellow teachers, neighbors, and others. He and his late wife opened their home to many who needed a place to stay for a week or a year. Survivors include his son, Walter E. (Terry) Gehres; sisters-in-law, Marie N. Sims and Martha W. Sims; nieces, Ruth Gehres O’Keefe and Jo Carol Sims Dale; nephew, John Granville Sims III, and numerous friends who all mourn the passing of this interesting and good man. “Good night, sweet prince. And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!” Horacio, Shakespeare’s Hamlet Act V, Scene II). On March 15th (the Ides of March!), we will celebrate Bill’s life at Belmont Village, 4206 Stammer Place, Nashville, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Call 904-721-8629 for information.

C. Frank George passed away on April 5, 2009.

Linda Jane Gibbons, age 68 of Hermitage, died October 2, 2015 at her residence. Her family will celebrate her life with final services in New York.

Dr. Gerald W. Gibson, father, husband, granddaddy, and President Emeritus of Maryville College, passed away May 20, following an extended illness. He was 83. Gibson enjoyed a 45-year career in higher education and often reminded his family, “Knowledge is power.” A native of Saluda County, S.C., he spent much of his childhood in Spartanburg. He studied chemistry and earned degrees at Wofford College (B.S.) and the University of Tennessee-Knoxville (Ph.D.) and served as a member of the U.S. Army Chemical Corps prior to joining the faculty at the College of Charleston in 1965. He served as chair of the chemistry department at the College of Charleston from 1968 until 1982, when he was named associate provost for academic affairs at the College. In 1984, he left to become vice president and dean of Roanoke College in Salem, Va., where he served for the next nine years. Gibson was inaugurated as Maryville College’s 10th president in 1993 and retired in 2010. Credited with leading the College into its current state of historic strength, he took the helm when enrollment at MC was 752 students, and the College’s endowment was valued at around $12.5 million. At the conclusion of his 17-year tenure, the College had celebrated a record enrollment of 1,176 undergraduates and an endowment value of $55 million. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Otis and Mavis Smart Gibson; and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. He is survived by wife Rachel Plummer Gibson; children Holly Gibson Yalove (Jay), Laura Gibson Owens (Casey), and Paul Gibson (Amanda); grandchildren Alexandra and Madeline Yalove, Annabelle Owens, and Isaac Gibson; sister Norma Webb; many brothers-and-sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and countless cousins. Gerald Gibson was a talented poet, painter, woodworker, and author of several books, most recently, the memoir of his tenure at Maryville College, Tenth Watch. He enjoyed singing and playing tenor guitar. He relished tending an extensive hosta garden, and had a passion for researching genealogy. He had the honor of serving on numerous non-profit boards and volunteering during Kin Takahashi Week on the Maryville College campus. He believed that no matter your circumstance, you could choose happiness. He always told his family that happiness comes from inside, not from outside. A private interment will take place in the College’s cemetery. The public is invited to a memorial service, which will be held in the Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre inside the Clayton Center for the Arts on the Maryville College campus at 2 p.m., Fri., June 11. The family will receive friends following the service in the William Baxter Lee III Foyer of the Clayton Center for the Arts. The event will be live-streamed on the Maryville College website. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that gifts be made to the Gerald Gibson Professional Development Fund at Maryville College, 502 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804 or online at www.maryvillecollege.edu/givetoday. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com

Diana Mirshak Gibson passed away on December 11, 2010.

55, passed away peacefully at Vidant Hospice Center following a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday at 3:30 pm in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Susan was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on April 30, 1958. She attended Stranahan High School and graduated from Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee, with a Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting for the Deaf. She earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University. She was employed by the State of North Carolina as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor until her retirement. She was preceded in her death by parents, Grant and Jean Wenkstern of Fort Lauderdale. Left behind to cherish her memory include her husband of 29 years, Dr. Lewis B. Gidley; and her children, Emma, Grant and Molly Gidley all from Greenville; and brothers, Dr. Michael Wenkstern and wife, Phyllia, of Martinsville, Virginia and Kermit Wenkstern and wife, Laura, of Fort Lauderdale

Joel David Giffin, age 80, of Maryville, passed away Friday, October 20, 2017. He was a member of Carpenters Campground United Methodist Church. He was a proud graduate of Maryville High School (Class of 1955), received his BA degree from Maryville College, and his masters from the University of Tennessee. He was a teacher and coach for 43 years and school administrator and principal at Maryville Junior High School and Maryville Middle School for the last 21 years. Following retirement, he had his own educational consulting business and worked with school systems in 44 states to improve education for all students. Preceded in death by his father and mother, Robert Cecil Giffin, Sr. and Bonnie Martin Giffin; brothers, R. C. Giffin, Jr. and Richard Lynn Giffin. Survivors include his wife, Joann Riggs Giffin; daughters, Becky Giffin Tucker and Deana Giffin Bishop and her husband Roger Kenneth Bishop; proud grandfather of Logan Alexander Tucker, Caleb Giffin Tucker, Julia Kate Bishop, and Livy Rose Bishop all of Maryville; brother, Harry Roger Giffin of Fayetteville, TN.; sister-in-law, Erma Jones Giffin; several nieces and nephews; best companion, Daisy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Maryville City Schools Foundation, 402 Melrose St, Maryville, TN 37803

age 80, passed away at Maryville Healthcare Center Monday, May 7, 2012. He was a Korean War Veteran,

Sally Eileen Gillespie, 66, of Arlington, Va., passed away peacefully, Sunday, May 30, 2021, after a long hospitalization. She was the cherished sister of Bonnie F. O’Neill of Arlington, Robert W. Gillespie Jr. (Laurette) of Woodbridge, Va., Mark Gillespie of Indianapolis, Ind., and the late Margaret Yawkey (Thomas) of State College; daughter of the late Robert W. Gillespie Sr. and Margaret “Peggy” O’Neill Gillespie of McMurray; treasured aunt (and Mom #2) of Brenna K. Carlson (Dale) of Ellicott City, Md.; beloved aunt of Jennifer Gillespie Nguyen (Thong) of Pinehurst, N.C., Robert M. Gillespie (Donel) of Manassas, Va., Zachary Gillespie (Dina) of Columbus, Ohio, Brian Yawkey (Jessica) and Shaun Yawkey of Laurel, Md.; loving great-aunt of Alexander, Elizabeth and William Nguyen, Samantha (SEG 2), Robby and Marek Gillespie, and Joe, Noah, and George Gillespie; special cousin of Joyce Linza (Angelo) of Pittsburgh. Sally was a 1972 graduate of Peters Township High School in McMurrary, a 1976 graduate of Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn., and received an M.B.A. in 1982 from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. At the time of her death, she was an IT project manager for SiriusXM Radio in Washington, D.C. She was a long-time member of the Washington National Cathedral Choral Society. Sally loved family, friends, music, traveling and reading. She leaves behind many dear friends and broken-hearted family who will miss her beautiful spirit. A memorial service to celebrate Sally’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 28, in the Everly Wheatley Funeral Home in Alexandria, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Planned Parenthood Federation of America at plannedparenthood.org or 1-800-430-4907); or the Washington National Cathedral at cathedral.org or 1-800-231-6491.

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of the Rev. George Frederick Gillette of Midland, Michigan, 96, who passed away on December 8, 2021. George was the son of Eugene and Eva Gillette and grew up in Vineland, New Jersey. After high school, he served in the U. S. Navy for two years and was on the U.S.S. Wisconsin when the peace treaty with Japan was signed. He finished college at Maryville, Tennessee then went to Princeton Theological Seminary. He became a chaplain in the U. S. Navy for two years, then went into the pastoral ministry for 36 years in Michigan, retiring from First Presbyterian Church in Warren, Michigan in 1990. He was an active member of the Presbytery of Lake Huron and of the Memorial Presbyterian Church of Midland.
George met and married Jeanette Lucille Lagerfeldt in Iron Mountain, Michigan, on September 9, 1950. She survives him. Longtime residents of Michigan, they spent time at their cottage at the Village of Lake, Michigan and at their condominium in Ocean Beach, Florida. George was an avid collector of model railroads.
George was predeceased by sisters Carol V. Gorton of Boonville, Indiana in 2012, Nina Ruth Thomas of Kissimmee, Florida in 2020, and Josephine Reinhardt of Montclair, New Jersey in 2020. He is survived by children Jean (Larry) Langrill of Midland, Bill (Mary Ellen) Gillette of North Carolina and Ann Gillette Lawrence of Warren, Michigan; 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren as of January 2022.

Born on Sep 9, 1945, Nancy passed from this life on Dec 28, 2016. Also known as Nancy G. Paxton-Bigorne, Nan, a resident of Berkeley, CA and aged 71 years, passed peacefully at home after battling cancer. Nan was daughter of the late Edward C. Gillingham and Doris M. Gillingham. She was a brilliant artist, passionate writer, and beautiful friend to all. Nan will be missed by friends, her brother, Bruce Gillingham, and daughter, Heather Paxton Couch and five grandchildren.

Age 68, of Marietta, GA passed away January 28, 2014. He was born in Frankfort, KY on November 21, 1945 to the late Leland and Vera Gilmore. After Dan’s graduation from South Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, NC, he attended Corcoran School of Art in Washington D.C. He left college after 3 years to serve honorably in the United States Army. He received a B.A. in Art from Maryville College, then went on to UT Knoxville where he earned a B.A. in Architecture. Dan spent his career in construction and design, working for the Flagler Co., the Shepard Center, and most recently Structor Group. After retiring from Structor, he started his own business, Gilmore Design Studios. His true passion was painting portraits. Dan is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sharon Gilmore; children, Chace and Stacie Gilmore; brothers, David (Elsie) of Baraboo, WI; Charles (Thaya) of St. George, UT; Don (Ann) of Springville, AL; and Steve Gilmore of Maryville, TN; and sister, Sylvia (Bob) Jefferies of Bloomington, IN. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2014 at 3:00 pm in the chapel of H.M. Patterson & Son?Canton Hill. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Daniel’s memory may be made to the Shepherd Center at www.shepherd.org .

Stephen Paul Gilmore, 63, resident of Maryville, died Tuesday, March 18, 2014, in Alcoa. Steve was born in Frankfort, Ky., Feb. 6, 1951, son of Rev. O. Leland and Vera Mae Wilson Gilmore. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by one brother, Daniel Darlington Gilmore of Marietta, Ga. Steve grew up in Wheeling, W.Va., Pineville, N.C., and Maryville, graduating from Maryville High School (1970), Maryville College (1974), and University of Tennessee law school (1977). During his career, he worked as a lawyer at American National Bank of Chattanooga, Fleet of Atlanta, and Provident Bank of Cincinnati. During Steve’s 30-year marriage, he enjoyed sports, hiking (especially in the Smoky Mountains), camping with the Boy Scouts, being involved with his son’s little league team, listening to his daughter sing, the cultivation of roses, and hunting for salamanders in Little River. Steve was also known for his quick wit, his exuberant personality, and his pride for his son and daughter. He was an encyclopedia of trivial and not-so-trivial quotes and information. Steve is survived by his son, Capt. Larson Crane (Catherine) Gilmore, of the United States Army; his daughter, Ana Starr Gilmore, of Wilmington, N.C.; his former wife, Stephanie Crane of Fort Mitchell, Ky.; four siblings, David (Elsie) of Baraboo, Wisc., Sylvia (Robert) Jefferies of Bloomington, Ind., Charles (Thaya) of St. George, Utah; and Donald (Ann) of Springville, Ala., and a sister-in-law, Sharon Easterly Gilmore, of Marietta, Ga. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends who cared for him very much. The family is especially grateful to Corita Swanson and Bruce Watt of Maryville for their special care for Steve. A memorial service will take place at Highland Presbyterian Church, Maryville at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 31, 2014. Rev. Billy Newton will officiate. Memorial gifts may be sent to National Association for Mental Illness (NAMI), 3803 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 100, Arlington, VA 22203. McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6812,

Louise Hill Gilmore,86, passed away peacefully in her home on September 5, 2022. She was born in Alcoa, Tennessee on March 1, 1936 to Elzie and Thurzie Hill – their 12th child. She was a 1954 graduate of Charles M. Hall School. In the fall of 1954, she was one of 6 African American students who bravely re-integrated Maryville College following the landmark Supreme Court case, Brown V. Board of Education and are now known as the “Maryville Six.”

She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Tyree Gilmore; parents: Elzie & Thurzie Hill; 10 siblings; children: Wyman Gilmore, Pamela Gilmore, and Angel Louise Gilmore (still born).

She is survived by a very devoted and loving sister: Rosie L. Gillespie; loving and devoted children: Tyris Gilmore (Mary), Shari McRae (Jimmie), Trent D. Gilmore, Darren A. Gilmore, Melanie T. Gilmore, & Dr Christopher A. Gilmore (Shon); loving grandchildren: Christopher Gilmore Jr., Donovan Gilmore, Anthony Jones Jr., (Tenaya), Ryan McRae, Kevin Gilmore (Erica), Tasha Jones (Derrick), Adrian Gilmore (Zoey), Tyris Gilmore, Jr. (Angela), Tareca Henley (Dale), and many great grandchildren, including devoted great grandson, Tre’von Jones; special nieces and nephews: Deretha Hill, Julia Henderson, Marva Byers, Deanna Santos, Danny Byers, James Lawrence, Audrey Lawrence (Kevin Adkins), Curtis Lawrence, Carla Stacy, Janie Wine, Paul Smith, Eric Boyd (Carrie), Robin Lundy (Bill), Mark Gillespie; devoted nieces and nephew: Jackie Hill, Elder Paulette Pace, Joanne Anthony, and Logan Hill, other nieces and nephews – too many to mention; loving friends: Tony Jones and Kevin Adkins; 2 brothers-in-law: James Gilmore and Wyman Gilmore (Dorothy); loyal friends and classmates: Shirley Carr Clowney and Lois Orange.

She was an avid reader and a historian in her own right. Most importantly, she was a born-again Christian who loved her Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ.

Charles E. Gilpatrick M.D., 86, died Saturday, Nov. 26, 2005, at home with family and friends in attendance. Born in Patten, son of the late Ora and Amy Gilpatrick of Mars Hill, he had been a Carneys Point, N.J. resident since 1948. Dr. Gilpatrick was a specialist in family medicine for 35 years and was past president of the Salem County Medical Society and a former chief of family practice at the memorial hospital of Salem County. He was a decorated volunteer with both the Salem County Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Carneys Point Fire Department. He was a member of the Union Presbyterian Church where he played in the bell choir. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a daughter and son-in-law, Susan Gilpatrick Sands and Ronald Sands of Maine; and a granddaughter, Megan Wolf of Massachusetts. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Eleanor Williams Gilpatrick; a brother, Arlo E. Gilpatrick of California; a daughter and son-in-law, Pam Gilpatrick Green and James Green of Delaware; a daughter, Mary Ann Gilpatrick of Washington; a daughter and son-in-law, Marty Gilpatrick Wolf and Russ Wolf of Massachusetts; a son, C. Roger Gilpatrick of Carneys Point, N.J.; a daughter-in-law, Kendra Gilpatrick of Pennsylvania; and nine grandchildren, Kerri Sands of Maine, Tim Gilpatrick of California, Jenny, Julie and Molly Wolf of Massachusetts and Kevin, Hannah, Christy and Tyler Gilpatrick of Pennsylvania.

Eleanor Elizabeth Williams Gilpatrick, age 86 of Carneys Point, NJ, passed away peacefully July 5, 2009, at home, with family in attendance. Mrs. Gilpatrick was born on June 11, 1923, in Alderson, WV, the youngest child of Edward “Ted” E. Williams and Minnie McGraw Williams. Eleanor Gilpatrick is best known for her devotion to her family, her church, and her community. She was the mother of five active children, and she always supported them in their activities, including: church and school groups, scouts, YMCA programs, swim teams and other sports. Mrs. Gilpatrick was a member of Union Presbyterian Church for more than 60 years, and she sang in the choir for more than forty years. She also served as church treasurer, church pianist, and was active in the Women’s Association. She was a community activist, building consensus for the required improvements to obtain accreditation for Penns Grove Regional High School, where she also served on the Board of Education. “Mrs. G,” an exceptionally gifted musician, was always available to accompany church, school, and community groups that needed her help with piano accompaniment and singing. Eleanor Williams graduated from Maryville College, TN with a major in biology, and taught high school biology before her marriage. Later, in Boston MA, Mrs. Gilpatrick worked in medical research, helping to isolate and characterize the human blood rH factor. This research has improved the lives of many people, worldwide. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Charles E. Gilpatrick, M.D.; a sister, Edith Williams Bullock of North Carolina; a daughter and son-in-law, Susan Gilpatrick Sands and Ronald Sands of Maine; and a granddaughter, Megan Elizabeth Wolf of Maine. She is survived by a sister, Virginia Margaret Williams Wetmore of Pennsylvania; a daughter and son-in-law Pam Gilpatrick Green and James Green of Delaware; a daughter, Mary Ann Gilpatrick of Washington state; a daughter and son-in-law, Marty Gilpatrick Wolf and Russ Wolf of Massachusetts; a son, C. Roger Gilpatrick of Carneys Point; a daughter-in-law, Kendra Gilpatrick of Pennsylvania; and 9 grandchildren: Kerri Coreen Sands of Maine, Tim Edward Gilpatrick of Delaware, Jenny Williams, Julie Frances, and Molly Elizabeth Wolf of Massachusetts, and Kevin Charles, Hannah Vergene, Christy Eleanor, and Tyler William Gilpatrick of Pennsylvania. In the 1950’s, the Gilpatrick family hosted an exchange student from Finland – Raija Uotinen Rosendahl. Raija and her family continue to be members of the Gilpatrick extended family. The Gilpatricks recognize Joletha Brown and Lynn Moss of Carneys Point, NJ, who are also beloved extended family members.

Harold Lyndon Glad, EdD died on January 15, 2018 after valiantly living with Alzheimer’s disease for nine years. Beloved husband and sweetheart of Jan Schulte-Glad; loving father of Lyn (Ron) Kitchens, Lisa Glad, and Carl (Jill) Glad; dear grandfather of Kelsey Kitchens, Jordan Glad, Madison Glad, and Tyler Figueroa. Survived by his brother, Paul (Carolyn) Glad of Madison, WI and sisters Esther (Norm) Charles of Cardiff, CA, and Doris (Joe) Stater of Bristol, NH. Harold was a faithful member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in University City for 45 years, serving as Deacon, Elder, Sunday School teacher, and Senior High Mission Trip Advisor. He was an enthusiastic volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, the Missouri Botanical Garden (Master Gardener), Gateway Greening and the Winger Food Pantry, always generous with his energy, love and skill. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions appreciated to Trinity Presbyterian Church, the Alzheimer’s Association of St. Louis, or the charity of one’s choice. Well done, good and faithful servant.

Marie Lockhart Glanville, 88, of Jensen Beach, Florida, passed away September 5, 2019.

Alice Marstiller Glynn, born February 4, 1921 in Maryville, TN, passed away April 10, 2015 at Gonzales Healthcare Center in Gonzales, La. at the age of 94. Mrs. Glynn was retired from A.C. Lewis Property Management. Visitation will be at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd. on Monday, April 13, 2015 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 from 11:00 AM until fune Alice is survived by a daughter, Laura Glynn Rome and husband John, daughter Marilyn Glynn Godeaux and husband Vincent, a son Henry Marstiller Glynn and wife, Leisa; four grandchildren, David S. Harrold, Averie L. Thompson, Robin L. Thompson, and Garrett F. Glynn; and two great grandchildren, Draven L. Harrold and Elijah J. Harrold. Preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Joseph Glynn, son, Alan Michael Glynn and her brother, Charles Mey Marstiller. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Judy Mearidy who took such wonderful and loving care of Mrs. Glynn. A special thanks to her sitters, Julie Melancon, Trista Lebeuf, Martha Scott, and Cheryl Weatherspoon.

Freeland Theodore "Ted" Godfrey, age 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher and coach, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019. Preceded in death by parents; brother; and two sisters. Survived by wife, Nancy; sons, Ted (Kathy), Bill and Jerry (Theresa); daughter, Sharon Carter; three grandsons; one granddaughter; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Tuckaleechee United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, 7322 Old Tuckaleechee Road, Townsend, Tenn. 37882. Family and friends will assemble for the graveside and interment service at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2019, at Tuckaleechee United Methodist Church Cemetery, with the Rev. Richard Rudesill officiating. The family would like to give a special thank you to Blount County Hospice. Friends may call at their convenience on Saturday, March 2, 2019, between the hours of 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday, March 3, 2019, between the hours of 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.

Barbara Lynn Weeks Goeller, 66, of South Pittsburg, TN, died Thursday, September 1, 2016. The daughter of the late Donald and Patricia Angell Weeks, she was a member of Christ Church Episcopal. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph George Goeller and two brothers, Kenny and Glenn Weeks. She is survived by her son, Nick (Laura Cutler) Goeller, of Chattanooga, TN; grandson, Landon Goeller, of Chattanooga, TN; sister, Jan Green, of Myrtle Beach, S. C., sisters-in-law, Cathy Weeks and Sue Weeks and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at Rogers Funeral Home in South Pittsburg from 6-8 PM central time. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 7, at 4:00 PM central time at Christ Church Episcopal in South Pittsburg, TN with Rev. Kim Hobby officiating. Interment will be in Patton Annex Cemetery. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the South Pittsburg Historic Preservation Society, P.O. Box 175, South Pittsburg, TN or the Tennessee School for the Deaf, 2725 Island Home Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37920.

James William Gonos, born on July 13th, 1955 in Hialeah, FL, passed away on August 11th, 2023. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend. Jim excelled in marching band and shared his father’s passion for the space race. After graduating from Titusville High in 1973 and Maryville College in 1977, Jim embarked on a journey of exploration, working for various companies, including the United States Department of Energy.

In 1982, Jim met and married Teresa. Their children, Emily Claudia and Christopher James, became the center of Jim’s universe. Relocating to Aurora, Colorado in 1995, Jim became an avid Colorado Rockies baseball fan, creating cherished memories at Coors Field with his family. Despite health challenges, Jim’s love and support for his children remained unwavering.

Jim’s role as “Pop Pop” began in 2006 with the birth of his first grandchild, Sophie Lynn, followed by Zachary Aaron in 2007, and Aria Jaymes in 2018. Their presence brought light and renewed purpose to Jim’s life. Although health setbacks occurred, Jim fought with unwavering strength. In May 2023, a broken leg revealed that his transplanted kidney had failed after 14 years. With immense courage, Jim faced his final challenge, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories with his children and grandchildren.

James William Gonos will forever be remembered as a loving father, doting grandfather, and a source of strength and support to those he held dear. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, as they recall his unwavering love, his passion for space exploration, and the joy he found in the simple moments shared together. May his soul find eternal peace as he joins the stars that inspired him.