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passed away on June 28th, 2013 in Riverside California.

Wade Stuart Hampton passed away on April 16, 2022.

Jon Warren Hancher, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 10, 2022 after a hard-fought battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was surrounded by his loving family and wearing his IU hat.

Jon was born May 31, 1947 in Columbus, Indiana to Thomas (Jack) Hancher and Lela Mae (Taylor) Hancher. He grew up in Decatur County and graduated from Jackson Township High School in 1965. He furthered his education at Maryville College (TN), where he lettered in baseball and basketball, graduating in 1969. Upon graduation, he returned to Indiana and began his career as a lifelong educator as a teacher/principal in Shelby County. He completed a master’s degree in education from Indiana University, where he also met his future wife and developed a lifelong love of IU basketball.

Jon married Judith Ann Jacob on December 28, 1971. They recently celebrated their 50th anniversary in Gatlinburg, TN, where they honeymooned as newlyweds. The couple later moved to Franklin County, IN, where Jon taught and coached women’s basketball for many years. He was a huge advocate for women’s high school sports, fighting hard for equity. He absolutely loved coaching the team. One of his fondest memories was the FCHS team that he coached to semi-state, losing to Cathedral in a close game.

Over the years, Jon was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting, and golfing. One of his favorite things was teaching his grandkids how to fish and he was known for his “Bapa tales” about his large catches. He was also a card shark, beating his family in euchre right up to the end. Jon was proud of his children and grandchildren, regularly bragging in jest that they got their smarts from him. He was a member of the Brookville United Methodist Church and the Brookville Redevelopment Commission, working diligently to help the town he loved.

Jon was survived by his wife of 50 years (Judith Ann Jacob Hancher), his children Heidi Hancher-Rauch of Westfield, IN (spouse Eric Rauch), Justin Hancher of St. Augustine, FL (spouse Meghan Kennedy Hancher), and Joshua Hancher of West Orange, NJ (spouse Jennifer Zabel Hancher). He leaves 10 loving grandchildren: Madysen, Rylan, Isabella, and Ainsleigh Rauch; Olivia, Evan, Aidan, and Owen Hancher; Emma and Erin Hancher. Jon’s sisters, Gretchen Bode and Jan (spouse Paul) Otte, along with several nieces and nephews survive as well. He was preceded in death by his brother Jerry Hancher.

Hancock, Harriett P. age 93 of Knoxville, TN passed away Monday, June 14, 2021. She was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 45, then attended Maryville College and graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1949 where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. Harriett was an active alumni of KD, serving as UT Chapter Advisor for many years. She was a teacher in the Knoxville-Knox County School system before retiring in 1988 with over 20 years of dedicated service. Harriett was a member of Fountain City Presbyterian Church for 74 years and was active in Presbyterian Women. She was a former member of Ossoli Circle, Gateway Garden Club and a volunteer at East Tennessee Historical Center. Harriett was preceded in death by parents, James and Margaret Haun Perry; sisters, Jane Loveday, Martha Propst, Norma Hannam, Barbara Emmerick; brothers, Bill, Sam and Jimmy Perry; loving husband of 65 years, Donald Hancock. She is survived by sons, Donald Hancock Jr., and wife, Karen and Tim Hancock and wife, Pam; grandchildren, Brett Hancock and wife, Lee, Jill Hancock, Jennifer Hancock, April Mingle and husband, Tyler; great grandson, Isaac Mingle; many loving nieces, nephews and close friends. Family will receive friends Sunday, June 20th from 4-6pm at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home with funeral service at 6pm. Lyn Oakley to officiate. Reception following services. Graveside Service will take place Monday, June 21st at Lynnhurst Cemetery meeting at the graveside at 10:45am for an 11am service with interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Fountain City Presbyterian Church, 500 Hotel Road, Knoxville, TN 37918.

A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church in New Bern to commemorate the life and ministry of Jack and Doris Hancox. The service will be held on May 19 at 2 pm. Jack Donald Hancox, born May 6th, 1925, a native of Maryville, TN, made his 48th and final move to his eternal home on Sunday, March 11th, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Arthur Hancox Sr. and Mildred Morton Hancox; his daughter, Lacy Tippins and son-in-law, George Kenneth Tippins Jr; his wife of 69 years, Doris White Hancox, who passed on Christmas Day 2017; and his brother, Dr. WA Hancox Jr. (Bill). He is survived by his children, Donna Camp (Andy) of Jonesboro, GA, Scott Hancox (Ellen) of Fayetteville, NC, Mona Howard (Delbert) of Trenton and Claire Hewitt (Tom) of New Bern, NC; 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. In 1943, after high school Jack enlisted in the Navy and served out the remainder of WWII in the Pacific Theater on several amphibious island campaigns. He then attended Maryville College and graduated from UT Knoxville. During his studies at the Southern Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY, he re-enlisted in the Navy and served from ’51-’56 as a USN Chaplain. After completing his tour of duty he was called to pastor First Baptist Church in Dayton, TN. Jack and Doris were appointed to the Southern Baptist Foreign Mission Board in 1959. They served in France (1960-1969) and the Ivory Coast from 1969-1971. Jack was then called to pastor Falmouth Baptist Church (1972-78). Throughout these years, he continued to serve as a USRN Chaplain and retired as commander in 1978. They were called and reappointed to the Foreign Mission Board serving in Haiti and the Caribbean from 1978-1989. During his 30 years of “retirement”, he continued to live a full and rich life serving in Oak Island, Brunswick Baptist and the community of Spruce Pine, NC. The most recently resided in New Bern, NC.

died on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013. Surrounded by his family, Ray concluded his full life with a peaceful and dignified death. He faced his many health challenges, including his final illness, with bravery and grace, and his humor, wit, and mischievous nature never left him. Ray was born on June 16, 1938 in Friendsville, Tenn., to Frank Hannah and Grace Wilkinson Hannah. Ray graduated from Maryville College in 1960 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and, in 1966, earned a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Auburn University. While studying at Auburn, Ray met and married his wife of 51 years, Sadie Jean Beaird Hannah. After graduation, Ray embarked upon a career as a research chemist with E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company. At DuPont, he worked in Research and Development and served as Group Manager and Technical Manager in the Industrial Fibers and Carbon Fiber Divisions. His work with DuPont spanned 34 years, from 1966 until his retirement in 2000. Immediately thereafter, Ray became Global Technology Director for DuPont Sabanci (DUSA) International. At both DuPont and DUSA, Ray served as a mentor to many, and he was admired and appreciated by his colleagues. Ray retired from DUSA at the end of 2003, and thereafter focused primarily on his family, with particular emphasis on grandfathering, growing and gifting vegetables, cheering for the Auburn Tigers, and pursuing his passion and favorite pastime, fishing. Ray is survived by his wife, Sadie; his daughter, Jenny Ellen Hannah; his son, William Ray “Bill” Hannah and wife, Lisa Marie Holland Hannah; his sister, Judy Ann Hannah Miller and husband, Murphy Davis “Dave” Miller; and his three grandchildren, Nathaniel Ray Hannah, Nicholas Holland Hannah, and Madelynn Grace Hannah. Ray and his family express their thankfulness and gratitude to all of the physicians, nurses, caregivers, and friends who provided treatment, care, support, and comfort

Mary Hanson, age 77, of Nashville, TN, formerly of Greenview, IL, passed away on October 21, 2022 peacefully at home with her daughters.

She was born November 11, 1944 in Louisville, KY the daughter of George & Margaret Massie Simpson.

Mary wed Robert L. Hanson on August 26, 1967 in Louisville, KY.

Mourning her passing are her daughters, Stephanie (Craig) Boaz, Lucy Hanson Schrage, and Anne Hanson Mambungu; granddaughter, Maggie Schrage, and three grandsons, Zane Schrage, Wyatt Schrage, and John Boaz; sisters, Mardi Simpson Crosser, Jessie Simpson Jackson, and sister-in-law Carolyn Hanson Bell; nephews, Rob (Amy) Crosser, Mike (Adrienne) Crosser; nieces, Jessica Jackson, Shandi (Jeff) Hilliard, Heather (Aaron) Burris; and many great nieces,
nephews, and beloved bonus family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Robert L. Hanson; parents George and Margaret Simpson, and bonus mom Martha Tarry Simpson; brother-in-law Don Crosser; and nephew Joe Crosser.

Mary was a graduate of Shelby County High school ’62 in Kentucky; a proud alum of Maryville College ’66 Maryville TN, and attended Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY.

Mary held employment until her retirement at The State of Illinois Comptrollers Office, and also enjoyed working for Gloria Jeans Coffee, and Greenview Community Schools.

Mary’s musical talents were many and diverse. A natural musician from early childhood, Mary greatly enjoyed sharing her faith and ministry of music through arranging songs for HIS choir, senior Choir, and bell choir performances as well as various duets and accompaniments. For many years Mary dearly enjoyed sharing in music leadership with Alice Miller, Janice Ishmael, and Donna Simmering at the Greenview United Presbyterian Church. In addition to her musical talents, Mary had the beautiful gift of prayer and was lead to lift others up whatever their circumstances might have been.

Doris Cook Hardy, 89, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2016, after a life filled with the love of family and friends. Doris was born on October 26, 1926 in Baltimore, Maryland. She attended the Peabody Conservatory of Music and Johns Hopkins University, followed by study and graduation from Maryville College in Tennessee. She also earned a master's degree from the Cincinnati College of Music. As a young woman, she was the Director of Religious Education at the New Providence Church in Maryville, Tennessee. Her eighteen- year marriage to her first husband David Reed took her to Connecticut, where she was active in the founding of the Polka Dot Playhouse. She spent many years as a music teacher in elementary schools in Connecticut, where she was also active in church music in the Simsbury United Methodist Church and the Westminster Presbyterian Church. She was married for thirty years to Rupert H Austin, Jr. (Rupe) Austin, and thoroughly enjoyed their homes and friends in Simsbury and Avon, Connecticut. Following his passing, she moved to Greensboro, North Carolina where she had much happiness during her almost twelve of marriage to John Hardy, with whom she shared many memories of childhood in Baltimore. During her years in Greensboro, she especially appreciated her Sunday school class at First Baptist Church. Throughout her life, Doris was guided by the convictions of her Christian faith, and shared with others her love of piano playing and singing. She also took very seriously her responsibilities to be an informed and active citizen, she delighted in the personalities and antics of cats, and she took an active interest in the lives of her extended family members and friends, including her husband John W. hardy; her step-children Ann Austin- Beck (John Beck) and William H. Austin; her nephew Dale Bennett (Michelle) and niece Joyce Roussell; her grand-children (Katie, David, and Andrew Beck, and Lauren, Billy and Ben Austin); her grand-nieces and Grand- nephews (Brooke and Keri Bennett, and Kevin and Ryan Roussell); and her extended Hardy family (John and Christy, Jim and Colleen, and Richard and Ginger, and seven Hardy grand-children and two great -grand children). A memorial service was held at First Baptist Church, Greensboro, on Saturday, January 16, at 2pm, and the family received friends in the church parlor. The family was served by Gate City Cremation. In lieu of flowers, those remembering Doris might consider a donation in her memory to Maryville College, noting that the gift is in memory of Doris Hardy (Maryville College, attn: Advancement, 502 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804

Dr. Carol Fuller Hardy passed away on February 11, 2023.

Charles Wesley Harman passed away January 9, 2021. He had been living in Brooklyn, New York at the time of his passing.

June Stewart Harper passed away August 6, 2011.

99, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, April 28, 2015, in a local health care center. A graduate of Central High School, she attended Maryville College. Betty was a member of the Hickory Valley Garden Club for more than 50 years serving in many offices including four terms as President and was President of the Chattanooga Council of Garden Clubs and an officer of the Tennessee State Garden Clubs. She was also a member of the Chattanooga Kiwanis Womens Auxiliary and had served as President as well as other offices. She was a member of Brainerd United Methodist Church for more than seventy years, the Circle Nine and the Wesley Caudle Sunday school class and had served as one of the class teachers for more than fifty years. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Holston Harrison Jr.; son, John Holston Harrison III; and parents, Nicholas and Estella Proper. Survivors are her daughter, Sharon (William) Ludwig, Ooltewah; son, Joseph Stanley Harrison, Chattanooga; granddaughters, Michelle (Chad) Herring and Alison (Steve) Brown; three great-grandchildren, Emma Elizabeth Wiginton, Aubrey Anne Herring and Jacob Alexander Wiginton; nephews, James F. (Marian) Steffner and Thomas E. (Sue) Steffner. Graveside services was held Friday, May 1 at 3 p.m. in Forest Hills Cemetery with the Rev. Genevieve DeHoog and the Rev. Dennis H. Flaugher officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Hickory Valley Garden Club and Brainerd United Wesley Caudle Sunday school Class. Memorial contributions may be made to Brainerd United Church or Hospice of Chattanooga. The family would like to thank her caregivers, Ken Stevens, Nikki Miller, Linda Culpepper, Hospice of Chattanooga and the staff at Standifer Place (Dalton Towers) 3rd Floor for their love and care.

Jeremy James Hart, known by many of his friends as "Jay", unexpectedly passed away in Marietta, GA at the age of 35. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Barbara J. Hart, his father, Russell J. Hart, Sr.(Gerline), ex-wife Eva Hart, their two beautiful children, Jada Moria and Christopher James (C.J.) Hart, his sister, Leslie Langford, his sister, Russchel Jackson-Hart (Owen), his brother, Russell James Hart Jr. (Carmen),his step-brothers Jesse Harvel (Kim), Terrance Harvel and Jerome Lamar Williams. Jeremy is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Jeremy attended Lassiter High School, Marietta, and is a graduate of Maryville College, Knoxville, TN. He was a Claims Specialist at State Farm Insurance Company. Jeremy loved his family and friends. He was a very devoted father to his children and did anything he had to do to take care of them, even learning to do Jada's hair. Jeremy was a sports fan, and he always made it a point to stay involved in his children's extra-curricular activities. Jeremy was recently promoted as defensive line coordinator for the Georgia Cardinals, an accomplishment and position he was extremely proud of. Jeremy came to know Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior at the age of 12. He was an active member of Crossview Church, Marietta, GA. ~A Message From The Family~ "Jay" was such a warm and loving person – like a gentle giant. He never complained about anything, and was accepting of everything. He tried hard to work for the things that would improve life for his family. We know this, Jeremy – we always did. We are going to miss you very much. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Crossview Church, 1100 Piedmont Road, Marietta on Monday, December 30, 2019 at 11 AM.

passed away December 18, 2014 in Tallahassee, Florida. Born in Graham, North Carolina, her family relocated to Tallahassee where she was raised. She was the daughter of Mary Brown and Edward Norris Caldwell, the Minister of First Presbyterian Church. Mickey attended Leon High School where she met Frank Hartsfield, Jr. Mickey attended Maryville College in Tennessee and received her Bachelor's Degree from the last graduating class of Florida State College of Women, before it became FSU. Mickey and Frank married in 1941. The Hartsfield's were founding members of Faith Presbyterian Church. Mickey was a founding member of the Holly Gardening Club. She was a member of PEO, Tiger Bay, and Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Hartsfield is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Hartsfield, Jr. She is survived by her children, Stephen Hartsfield, III (Patty), Sherry Andrews (Frank), Susan Andrews (David); grandchildren, Ashleigh Munn, Steven Stroud (Nancy), Taylor Hartsfield, Stephen Hartsfield IV (Monica), Mara Shriver (Bobby), and Forrest Lee; and five great-granddaughters.

HARVIE, Peggy (Case) passed away April 29, 2020. She was born June 29, 1925 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Mrs. Harvie attended Montreat High School and Junior College and Maryville College. She graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1948 with a BS in Nursing. Mrs. Harvie resigned as Instructor at Department of Pediatrics Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1949 to accept appointment as a medical missionary of the Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church U.S.A in Western India the next year. She served as Director of the Wanless Mission Hospital, School of Nursing in Miraj, India. She returned to Teachers College, Columbia University earning an MA in Nursing Education in 1956. She returned to Miraj in 1957, and later worked supporting The Alice Home in Kolhapur. The family returned to the U.S.A. in 1972. Mrs. Harvie worked for the Maryland State Department of Health until retiring to Dunedin, FL. Their family was among the last to journey to India and back via ocean liner. They also toured the Holy Lands and many Mediterranean countries. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, fellow Presbyterian missionary, Robert W. Harvie, Sr. She is warmly remembered by friends, fellow missionaries, students, colleagues, and three children, Robert Jr., John and Anne and two grandchildren. Due to COVID19 pandemic, a celebration of Mrs. Harvie’s life will be scheduled at a future date.

Carolyn Anderson Carter Hassall, age 82 of NHC Place of Cool Springs in Franklin, TN, died June 24, 2016, after a lengthy and debilitating infirmity. A retired elementary school teacher, born in Nashville, TN, 1934, she was predeceased by her parents, Harold Hoskins and Mildred Anderson Carter, and grew up in Nashville, graduating from Isaac Litton High School. She was educated at Peabody College and Maryville College, where she received a B.A. Degree and taught school for 30 years in Louisville, KY, Murfreesboro, TN, and Dallas, TX. She is survived by her Presbyterian minister husband of 60 years, The Reverend Dr. Harry Sharp Hassall, with whom she served the Lord faithfully throughout their years of joint pastoral ministry; their two children, Harold “Hal” C. (Kelly) Hassall and Kathryn H. (Mark) Sloan; and four grandchildren, Allen C. “A.C.” (Jodie) Hassall, Megan R. Hassall, Jackson H. Sloan and James C. Sloan; and one great grandchild, Anderson H. Hassall; along with siblings, Helen C. Dam of Murfreesboro, TN and Ruth C. (Samuel) Walters of South Glens Falls, NY; and 11 nephews and nieces. She was an integral part of her husband’s ministry over the forty years he pastored churches in Concord, Murfreesboro, Christiana, Wartrace and Petersburg, TN, and served as Executive Minister/Senior Associate at Highland Park Church of Dallas, TX. Even though their longest ministry was with the large Highland Park Church, their hearts were always committed to small congregations over the nation. Their joint legacy focused on providing loving support for such “wee kirks,” for which, as volunteers, they co-founded the Presbyterian WEE KIRK CONFERENCE MINISTRY, which has provided spiritual renewal gatherings for small church ministers and lay leaders alike in nine regions of our nation. This national Wee Kirk Ministry was associated with PRESBYTERIANS FOR RENEWAL, a national Presbyterian renewal group, which her husband also co-founded. Retired in 1998, they returned to TN where her husband pastored two small churches: New Hope Church of Franklin and Bethesda Church of Thompsons Station. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that gifts be sent to THE OUTREACH FOUNDATION, 381 Riverside Drive, Suite 110, Franklin, TN 37064, designated for “Hassall Fund for Wee Kirk Ministry and Missions.” A public Memorial service was held at Stanford Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville, Monday, June 27, 2016, at 3:00 p.m. with Dr. Sandra Randleman and Dr. Thomas B. Tyndall officiating. The family received friends at the Cheek House of First Presbyterian Church, Nashville before the memorial service. Woodbine Funeral Home, HICKORY CHAPEL, Directors 615-331-1952, Still Family Owned.

Robert Edward (Bob) Hassall, age 86, of Durham, NC, Passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, at home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. 

Bob was born in Nashville, TN, on  March 27, 1936, the son of the late Samuel H. R. Hassall and Lucile Sharp Hassall.

Bob enjoyed teaching English in both Middle and High schools in Pinellas County, FL for 34 years. He also worked part-time at Sears (24 years) and volunteered in Pre-K and elementary classrooms for over 24 years. He loved the little ones after dealing with teenagers for so long.

His hobbies included reading the print version of the local newspapers and playing the piano at home and for small group functions.

He was a life-long  member of the Presbyterian church, where he served on many various committees. He was also a life-time member of his professional organizations — National Education Association (NEA), Florida Education Association (FEA) and Pinellas Classroom Association (PCTA).

He was preceded in death by his son, Mark Nelson Hassall (Oct. 15, 2016).

Survivors include his loving wife Sue, of 63 years; daughters Karen Hassall, Durham, NC, and Andrea Sullivan (Paul), St. Petersburg, FL; Brothers, Rev. Dr. Harry Hassall, Franklin, TN and Don  Hassall (Pat), Lexington, KY; Sister, Helen Robinson (Rev.John); Daughter-law, Debbie Hassall, Decatur, GA;  Also six grandchildren—Crystal Hassall, Lithonia, GA; Matthew Hassall (Melissa), Decatur, GA; Robert N Hassall, Appleton, WI; Reilly Sullivan Oechsel (Brian), Holly Ridge, NC; Mallory Sullivan Rosas  (JP), Ramrod Key, FL; Austin Sullivan, St. Petersburg, FL. Also, many nieces, nephews and other family members.

Special thanks to son-in-law Paul (Sully) Sullivan who guided Sue and Bob through their retirement years. Bob enjoyed 34 years of teaching and 30 years of retirement (22 of which he volunteered in several  areas) and now he crosses the Rainbow Bridge to be welcomed by our Loving God and to be in the community of his parents, many friends and son for evermore.

Edgar P. Hatley passed away on July 24, 2005.

Sharon Mae Sugg Hauser, 73, of Kodak, went home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 30, 2022, after a two year battle with cancer.

She was a devoted and loving wife, a beloved and supportive mother, a beaming grandmother, a respected leader in her community, and a loyal friend to many. Sharon grew up in Coral Gables, Florida, and earned her Bachelor’s Degree at Maryville College. After college, she moved back to her hometown of Coral Gables where she taught Junior High at Cutler Ridge Christian Academy and served for four years in the U.S. Coast Guard. After meeting the love of her life, Phillip, they moved to Tennessee, and Sharon served as the county director at Douglas Cooperative for over 20 years. Throughout her tenure, she made a strong community impact in promoting services and support for adults with special needs. Sharon leaves such a legacy behind and will be missed by so many who loved and respected her. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold L. Sugg and Nancy G. Sugg; her stepmother, Julia A. Sugg; her only sister, Sally Sugg; her mother-in-law, Catherine E. Hauser; her father-in-law, Ludwig Moritz Max Hauser; and her brother-in-law, Clem Dellenger.

Surviving family includes her husband, Phillip A. Hauser; her daughter, Elizabeth McNabb; her son-in-law, Aarin McNabb; her grandchildren Sydney McNabb and Liam McNabb; her brother-in-law, Paul (Mary) Hauser; her sisters-in-law, Virginia Dreisbach, Mary Dellenger, and Dolores Hauser; her nieces, Cathi Peroutka and family, Alison Lewis and family; her nephew, Robert Hauser; her caregiver and friend, Dana Goss; and many other dear friends.

Phyllis M. (Rainaud) Haxton, 88, wife of Richard Irving Haxton, of Staunton, died Friday, October 2, 2015. She was born April 27, 1927, in Holyoke, Mass, a daughter of the late Luric and Isabelle (Ford) Rainaud. Prior to retirement, Mrs. Haxton was employed in the tax assessment office in Montgomery County in Maryland. She was a member of the Radio Amateur Group (MARA). She worked with the Girl Scouts and did mission work doing Bible translation in Mexico and Peru. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg. In addition to her husband of 65 years, family members include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Walter A. Haxton of Hagerstown, MD and Calvin B. and Harriett Haxton of Emmettsburg, Maryland; two daughters and a son-in-law, Joan and Mitchell Kanter of Ellicott City and Audrey Whipp of Frederick, Maryland; three grandchildren, Wendy Kanter, Mitchell Kanter, JR., and Jenny Hostettler; and a brother, Ulric Rainaud of Bridgewater. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Rainaud and Ralph Rainaud. A memorial service was conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, October 9, 2015, in First Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg by the Rev. H. Donald Larue. Burial was private in Culpeper National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Foreign Missions Fund at First Presbyterian Church, 17 North Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Joy Hayes, of Norris, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at her residence at Meadow View Senior Living. She was born in Atlanta in 1929. When she lived in Atlanta, she was a member of Rock Spring Presbyterian Church. She graduated from Maryville College, received her Masters from Vanderbilt University (Peabody College for Teachers) and her Specialist of Education from Georgie State University. Miss Hayes taught for 42 years in many places: Richmond, Virginia; Nashville, Tennessee; Griffin, Georgia; Atlanta, Georgia; Tehran, Iran; and Gwinnett County, Georgia. She co-authored a series of books on using higher thinking skills for children grades one through six. After her retirement, she moved to Norris, Tennessee. She is survived by her sister, Linda Crouch, nieces, Tracy Crouch-Hubbs and her husband Kenny Hubbs, Kelly Giedt, and her husband Jeff Giedt, and nephew Josh Crouch and his wife Amanda Crouch, plus great-nephews and nieces, Zachary Denmark, Mika Poe and her husband Nick Poe, Marli Giedt and Perry Giedt. Receiving of friends will be at The Norris Religious Fellowship at noon on Saturday, January 19 prior to the service at 1:30p.m. In lieu of flowers please feel free to make a donation to your favorite charity. Some of Joy’s favorites are St. Jude’s, Heifer, Unicef, and Alzheimer Research.

Gloria L. (Evans) Hayes, 84, a resident of Keene and formerly of Milford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully while resting on Saturday, September 10, 2022 under the care of Applewood Genesis Center in Winchester, New Hampshire.
She was born the daughter of the late Alma (Hickey) and Louis W. Evans on July 12, 1938 in Kenton, Kentucky. Gloria graduated from Stratford High School in Stratford, Connecticut, class of 1956. She then attended the Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee earning her Master’s Degree in Education.
On July 29, 1961, Gloria married Alford G. Hayes. They had a simple service with family and friends in Trumbull, CT. They began their life together in Ansonia, CT and shortly thereafter, settled in Milford, Connecticut.
Gloria was a teacher for the early part of her teaching career and ultimately became the Executive Director of Good Shepard Child Care Development Center and East Shore Daycare Center in Milford, Connecticut. She served in this capacity for over 40 years until she retired in 2016.
Along with working, Gloria was an accomplished soprano vocalist, enjoyed singing in community and church choirs and enjoyed spending summers at her family’s cottage in Stoddard, New Hampshire. She was a very active and devoted member of the United Presbyterian Church in Milford, Connecticut and in the last three years, an active member of the United Church of Christ in Keene, New Hampshire.
Gloria is survived by her two daughters, Karen Bell (Bruce) of Stoddard and Laura Hayes of Keene, New Hampshire; her brother Reverend Paul C. Evans (Jonathan) of Topeka, Kansas. She is also survived by her two grandchildren Sarah Cheverier (Joseph) and Amber Bell; her great grandson Matthew Hester and many nephews, nieces, cousins and extended family and friends. Gloria is now at peace with her parents, her daughter, Paula Hayes Martin, who passed in 2018; her brother, David R. Evans, who passed on April 11, 1965 and her grandson, Brian A. Bell, who passed in 2006.

Arthur R. Haylock passed away on April 29, 2017, in Sebring, Florida.

Lennis “Dexter” Heaton, 79, of Maryville, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Momma and Papa Baker; and parents, Milo and Velma Heaton. He is survived by his wife, Gail Heaton; son, Kent Heaton; and sisters, Bernice Rader, Erma Raulston, and Darlene Whitehead; also several nieces and nephews.

Edwin Lane “Ed” Heaton, age 87 of Alcoa, went home to be with his heavenly father on Monday, February 16, 2105, at the family home. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He then retired from Alcoa Aluminum Company after more than 40 years of service. Ed was an elder at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Maryville for 50 years. He was preceded in death by parents Roscoe and Lula Heaton. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Sue Heaton; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Les Baker; son and daughter-in-law, Barry “Badgie” and Betty Heaton; daughter and fiancé’, Elizabeth “Buffy” Heaton and Greg Guillentine; grandchildren, Josh and wife Morgan Baker; Jake Baker and special friend Jessica Goings; Lori and husband Clint Kagley; Trampas and wife Shannon Heaton. Great grandchildren: Wyatt Baker; Sara, Leah, Carter, and Elizabeth Kagley; Taylor, Hannah, Haylee, Journey, and Chloe Heaton. Sister: Wanda Giffin. Special cousin: Harold Hipps. Funeral service was held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at McCammon-Ammons-Click Chapel with pastor David Anderson officiating. Interment followed at the ceremony at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Presbyterian Building Fund or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.