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Janet Lucinda Rich Garner died peacefully Monday, January 21, 2019 at the Pines of Sarasota in Sarasota, FL, at the age of 94. She was born May 17, 1924, in Akron, Ohio, to Albert Laslett Rich and Helen Mae Hoch Rich. She began piano lessons at a young age and accompanied her father, a gifted church singer. Her parents moved to Maryville, TN, to be near family, and she graduated from Maryville High School in 1942. She worked at the Alcoa Aluminum Plant for two years during WWII. She graduated from Maryville College in 1948 earning a BA in Music Education. She earned a MA in Music Education from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC, in 1966. She met Bob Garner at Maryville College. He was a football and basketball star athlete, and she was a quiet and friendly music major on their small campus. They were married in 1948 on the day they graduated. They moved to Sweetwater, TN, for Bob’s first teaching position. Bob earned his MS at the University of Tennessee while teaching and coaching at the Tennessee Military Institute and helping Janet raise their two small children. Janet taught piano lessons, and served as the band director at Sweetwater High School. In 1956 they moved along with Janet’s parents to Sarasota, drawn by better teaching positions, culture, and beaches. For 30 years Janet taught chorus, general music, and organ at Sarasota Junior High, as well as elementary general music at Fruitville, and other schools. Janet and Bob were life-long members of the First Presbyterian Church of Sarasota. Over the years Janet sang alto in the choir, directed a youth choir, and many more activities. During retirement, she and Bob traveled to Israel with ministers and friends from the church. Janet enjoyed the cultural offerings of Sarasota. Her children had access to piano lessons, sports, museums, and more. Since she and Bob were avid readers, weekly trips to the library were a family tradition. She also cared for and supported her parents who lived with the Janet’s family or nearby. Janet loved her friends – those she made through church and Bob’s coaching friends, as well as those she met through her own interests. She participated in ADK and DKG – international honor societies of women educators, the Sarasota Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America, the Sarasota Retired Educators Association, and the DAR. She loved sewing, embroidery, tatting, and cross-stitch, and developed an interest in genealogy to research her and Bob’s ancestors back to the 1600s in early America. She and Bob were devoted to Maryville College and its alumni, and returned to the campus for reunions and homecoming activities for 50 years. They loved history and traveling. They made annual summer trips to TN and NC to visit friends and family, as well as trips throughout the United States, and Europe. Janet was preceded in death by her parents, and husband of 51 years, Robert Haines Garner, Jr. (1999). She is survived by her daughter, Lucinda Jane Garner Balistreri (Cindy) and husband Lenny Balistreri of Sarasota, and son, Robert Rich Garner (Rob) and wife Jeannie Braswell Garner of Tallahassee, FL. Grandchildren include Mark Gregory Lippert and wife Amy Chiaverini (Seattle, WA), Matthew Ellis Garner (Clermont, FL), Robert Paul Lippert (Mountain View, CA), and Jackson Bryan Garner (Winter Park, FL). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak Street, Sarasota, FL 34237 or the Pines of Sarasota Foundation, 1501 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236. A service will be privately held by the family at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.toalebrothers.com/obituaries.

GARNETT, Wilson B., 92, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2014. The epitome of a true southern gentleman, he was born April 27, 1922 to E. Clark and Martha B. Garnett in Prince Edward County, Va. He was predeceased by his beloved daughter, Pamela Schendt; and his beloved grandson, Brian C. Garnett; his brother, E. C. Garnett Jr.; his twin sister, Elizabeth Miller; and his sister, Martha Smith. He is survived by his beloved and loving wife of 62 years, Doris Lohr Garnett; his loving sons, W. Blanton Garnett Jr. and wife, Lela of St. Petersburg, Fla. and E. Clarke Garnett of North Chesterfield, Va. He also leaves to cherish his memory grandsons, Bradley Schendt and Jameson Garnett; granddaughters, Katherine Schendt, Elizabeth Hasbrouck, Kathleen Garnett and Caitlin Garnett; and his son-in-law, James Schendt and wife, Sue; and his great-grandson, Tannon Hasbrouck. He attended Prince Edward Public Schools, Maryville College, Maryville, Tenn., The Executive Program- The Darden School- University of Virginia and The USTA Management Development Program- University of Kansas, a program of which he was a founder. Wilson’s 45-year career in the telecommunications industry began in 1942 as a combination man with Virginia Telephone and Telegraph. After serving in the 195th Field Artillery Battalion from January, 1943 through December, 1945, he continued his career in Blackstone, Va. as a commercial supervisor and ascended through numerous positions, culminating in his final role as Chairman, Central Telephone Company- a Centel Company, from which he retired in 1987. Wilson was highly respected within the industry and held numerous leadership positions representing the industry during the explosive growth and transition from landline to wireless. One of his proudest achievements was his induction into the Independent Telephone Pioneers Association Hall of Fame. He also served on the Board of Directors of Centel Corporation and Woodman Accident and Life Company. Wilson and Doris traveled extensively throughout the United States and being avid golfers, they played many rounds at well-known and famous courses, the most memorable being Augusta National, where, in 2006, they stayed overnight in one of the cottages, dined in the clubhouse and played 18 holes the following day on this magnificent venue. Wilson was a member of Salisbury CC and served on the Board. He was also instrumental in forming the Salisbury Senior Men’s Association, a vibrant part of the club. He and Doris have been members of Salisbury Presbyterian Church for over 25 years.

Judge Mike Garrett was recently recognized twice for his contributions to the state of Missouri. He was first recognized with the 2016 Missourian Award. The Missourian Award is a prestigious award that acknowledges the most accomplished citizens of Missouri. To be selected, one must be born in the state of Missouri and must have made an outstanding contribution to the state or nation in one of the following fields: civics, business, arts or politics. Next he was recognized as one of the 50 Missourians You Should Know by Ingrams Magazine. This distinction recognizes Missouri citizens that “are driving this state forward with new ideas, new products and new services that will define the Missouri of tomorrow,” whose achievements set them apart. Read more about each recognition respectively: Missourian Award: http://www.monett-times.com/story/2327903.html 50 Missourians You Should Know: http://ingrams.com/article/50-missourians-you-should-know-3/

Lane came into our lives on April 11th, 1995 bringing an abundance of love, life, joy, pride and lots of adventure. He was strong and wicked smart with the quickest wit. He loved to laugh and made everyone around him laugh. Lane was the man of our house from age 8. He was strong in spirit and was the fiercest protector of his “Momma” and Annie and a long line of cherished family and friends.

We know Lane was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and a host of loved ones, and we rest in our faith that we will see him again in glory. For sure he is sharing some of his best Lane-isms with all of Heaven.

Mary Ruth Barber Garza passed away in Champaign, IL. .

Passed away 2 weeks short of her 100th birthday on July 31st, 2013. In the course of her life, she was a devoted teacher, legal secretary, Navel Officer (LTJG) during World War II, and mostly, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She married fellow Navel Officer, Russell Warner Gash in 1946. The United States NAvy did not allow female officers to have children in those days. As such, Marion reluctantly resigned her commission and assumed the role of a Navy wife for the rest of Russell’s navel carrer. It turned out to be a very fullfilling life nonetheless with many exciting duty stations and the acquisitio of many wonderful life long friends. When Russell retired from the Navy in 1961, the family settled in his hometown of Fresno CA. Russell abd Marion both earned their teaching credentials with Marion adding a Master’s Degree. They both retired from teaching in 1978 ad began a series of fantastic travels worldwide. Marion loved her job of teaching English at Cental High School. She also directed the junior class play and coached the debate team. She became lifelong friends with many of her former studdents, particularly her debaters. Marion is preceded in death by Russell, her husband of 58 years in 2004. She is survived by her sons, Frank and Warner, grandchildren, Taylor and Emily and her great grand-children, Isabella, Jamie, Osker, Luke and Brady.

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.

completed legal interpreter training and passed the national written legal interpreting test in spring 2014. She is now NIC (National Interpreter Certification) Advanced certified. She continues to work as a contract interpreter in Minnesota in legal and medical settings, among others.

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.

VIEO Design’s Principal, founder, Lead Designer, and Lead Developer received another title in October 2014 when he was voted Knoxville’s Best Web Programmer for the 4th time. The Knoxville Big Wig Awards, from the American Advertising Federation of Knoxville, recognizes the people behind the best marketing and advertising in East Tennessee. The winners were announced at an awards gala on October 22, 2014.

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,

On Feb. 17, Trent Gilland ’04 opened the Public House on High, 321 High St., in Maryville, a pub establishment hoping to bring back the lost nostalgia of a true pub to Maryville. See full article in The Daily Times here: http://www.thedailytimes.com/business/public-house-on-high-offers-libations-and-conversations/article_c7be08c9-1aad-56b8-b7a9-5e1f280d54c9.html

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.

worked for newspapers in Arkansas and Tennessee from 1959-1980 and for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission from 1980 -1999 and has since retired. He was married to Joan Frei Gilliand ’54 in 1955 until her death in 1997. He was married to Janet Whitmore Thompson ’56 in 1999 until her death in 2005. He is currently married to Dr. Lois M. Speaker ’55 since 2009.

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 .