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BTtoP Director Donald W. Harward to Retire in July 2018 Donald W. Harward, who has served as Bringing Theory to Practice’s only director since cofounding the project in 2002 with Sally Engelhard Pingree, has announced that he will retire from his official position as active director in July 2018. For the last fifteen years, as visionary leader of the project and in his previous work as a college president and philosopher, Harward has advocated for and advanced the greater purposes of higher education: engaged learning, well-being, civic development, and preparation for a meaningful life. Under his direction, the project has funded over five hundred grants at over three hundred unique campuses, published two major books and a five-volume monograph series, and held numerous gatherings ranging from small campus seminars to major national conferences. Find more info here: http://www.bttop.org/news-events/october-4-2017-bttop-director-donald-w-harward-retire-july-2018

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.

Recently published his 1st book entitled “Special Forces Fitness Training”. Currently the book is on pre-salle awill be in Barnes and Noblesl on July 15, 2014. The link is at www.hathawayfitness.com.

was recently accepted on Season 7 of American Ninja Warrior. Taping took place in Pittsburgh, PA and is scheduled to air mid-June 2015 on NBC. DeJuan said, “This was an unbelievable opportunity – being selected out of over 50,000 applicants. I am very grateful and honored to have the opportunity to represent the city of Murfreesboro, Maryville College, and the great state of Tennessee on a national level.”

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

received a promotion at TeamHealth to Front End Operations Manager of the Base Pointe Anesthesia Billing Center in April 2015.

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.

On June 16, 2016 Nancy Leisering Hayes ’81 was presented with the Council of Organizations Serving Deaf Alabamians (COSDA) Interpreter Award. This award recognizes an interpreter who has demonstrated a commitment to the field of interpreting, the development of the interpreting profession and professionals, and demonstrates respect for and encouragement of current practitioners and consumers. Fellow MC alumna, Katherine Anderson ’11 also won the award at this time.

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.

The Trust Company of Tennessee has hired Bethany Headrick as business analyst, based in the firm’s Knoxville office.

Headrick is a graduate of Maryville College (2017). She resides in Maryville.

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.

Violet Adella Summerville Hebele, 94 of Solomons, MD went to be with the Lord after a brief illness on September 12, 2022 with family by her side. She always considered Brookville, Pennsylvania, where she was born on February 22, 1928, to be her home.  She received her education in Brookville, PA and Maryville College, TN.

After WWII she moved to Washington, DC where she met her loving husband of almost 60 years, Harold Hebele. They moved to Roxbury, MA where she worked as a Church secretary and ran an after-school program for local children.

Violet and Harold raised their four daughters in Massachusetts during which time she served God through her family and church as she ministered to hundreds of children as a pastor’s wife, a teacher, and camp director, as well as finding time to earn her Masters in Education from Western Illinois University, so she could teach elementary school for over 30 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband Harold, two brothers (David and Bruce Summerville), and one sister (Martha Jane Sorrows). She is survived by her sister Ruth Muller (husband George), and brother James Summerville: by 4 children Kathryn Hubley (husband Daniel Hubley), Sharon Danish (husband Stephen Danish), Janet Granitz (husband Donald Granitz) and Sandra Heacock (husband Eugene Heacock): by 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Though she will be greatly missed our loss is Heaven’s gain.

of Largo, Florida was called to heaven on January 18, 2015. He was born in Sturgis, Michigan to the late Henry and Grace Heerschap on August 8, 1927. He served in the US Marines during the Second World War and in the subsequent occupation of Manchuria, China until 1947. He graduated from Vanderbilt University and University of Georgia with an emphasis in business and education. He married his college sweetheart Marianna Brogden of Nashville, TN in 1952 and they lived in Decatur, GA before relocating to Largo, Florida in 1969. He was happily married to Marianna Brogden for over 61 years prior to her passing on June 7, 2013. He was a dedicated Christian husband and father for 63 years always looking after his wife and family. He served as a school principal throughout his professional career at schools in Decatur, Ga and St Petersburg, FL. He encouraged his kids in scouting and other learning activities through his volunteer work and support of his wife's work. He loved to plan multi-week summer adventures for his family, visiting almost every US State, several Canadian provinces, and northern Mexico. He had a passion for learning and encouraged each of his children to complete college degrees and have successful careers. He continued his love of learning by exploring new places through his involvement in the Road Scholar program. His grandchildren were very special to Marianna and he and he always treasured visits with them. Edward is survived by his five children and their families: Michael Heerschap of Tierra Verde, FL; Tom Heerschap of Tampa, FL; Laurie Kilgore of Berea, KY; Dick Heerschap of Staunton, VA and Lynne Smith of Centreville, VA; seventeen grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He joins his wife and one grandson in heaven.

Fannie W. Heimlich, 92, of Attica, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 3, 2023, at her home in Attica.

Fannie was born October 13, 1930, in Marengo, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Murrel (Longenecker) Weber. She married Richard E. Heimlich in Cardington, on September 13, 1953 and he preceded her in death in 2002.

Survivors include her four children, Maria C. (Lawrence) Stampahar of Pennsylvania, Joseph E. ( James Hodnett) Heimlich of Columbus, Wesley H. (Manuel Perez) Heimlich of Spain and Clifford R. (Kathleen) Heimlich of Tiro, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Richard M. Heimlich, a brother, Joseph Weber, two sisters, Lauramae Cutler and Muriel Weber.

Fannie was the librarian at Seneca East High School for many years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Attica, a member of the Bloomville Lions Club and an avid OSU Buckeye fan. Fannie was a 1948 graduate of Marengo High School and she earned her bachelor degree in English from Marysville College in 1952 and her master’s degree in Library Science from Bowling Green State University.

wrote to tell us that he “has been working 31 years with special needs students in Citrus County FL. 30 years married to a Maryville graduate (Dottie Carson Heinze ’84). Thanks MC.”

age 92, Westerville, was welcomed by God on Monday, August 10, 2015. He was the middle son of Harley and Frances Gantz Heischman, who with two brothers Theodore and his wife Ruth, and James and his wife Joan, and son-in law Dannie Boetcher, preceded him in death. Ralph graduated from Westerville High School in the Class of 1940. His academic pursuit at Maryville College in TN was interrupted by military service in WWII. After a stint at Otterbein College, he graduated from Kent State University in 1948. For a number of years he was an account executive with the Jay Maish Advertising Agency in Marion, OH. He was one of the founders and first president of the Marion Town and Country Kiwanis Club. Later, he became market manager for Hercules Engines (White Corp.) in Canton, OH. He served as Deacon and Elder in the Marion Presbyterian Church and later, in the Reedurban Presbyterian Church, Canton, OH. While in Canton, he actively participated in an ecumenical group called FISH and was a team member of FAITH-AT-WORK. At age 47, he left the business world to attend Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Upon completion he was ordained a Presbyterian minister in the Reedurban Church in Canton. He served churches in Kentucky and Ohio as a full time pastor and later, he was interim pastor in the Scioto Valley Presbytery. A man of God, he preached The Word faithfully and passionately. He is survived by his much loved wife, Virginia, whom he married 68 years ago; and their three daughters, Linda Boetcher, Ontario, OH, Mary Lou (Larry) Reed, Westerville, OH and Ann Bell, Sugar Mountain, NC; grandchildren are Matt and Kris Geer, Zachary McMeen, Timothy (Lindsey), Benjamin (Allee) and Rebecca Bell; two great grandchildren, Colton James Geer and Mitchell Steven Geer survive along with many nieces and nephews.

On March 19, 2011 Linda A. (nee Paulson) of Bellmawr, NJ passed away at the age 64 yrs. Loving mother of Heather Caruso and Erik Johnson. Survived by her mother Mae Paulson, sister Jean Peterman, brothers Michael, David and Larry Paulson and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Linda was a member of the New Life Christian Fellowship Church in Woodbury and was a volunteer at Mission Teens in Magnolia. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation with the family on Sat. April 9, 2011 from Noon to 1pm followed by a memorial service 1pm at New Life Christian Fellowship Church, 301 Colonial Ave., Woodbury, NJ 08096. Arrangements by the: ORA L. WOOSTER FH 51 Park Blvd. Clementon, NJ 08021 In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations to the church at the above address.

Miriam W. Miriam Waggoner Heiskell passed on January 21, 2016 peacefully at home surrounded by three generations of loved ones. She was born on October 15, 1918 in Morristown, TN, to A. B. and Blanche (Proffitt) Waggoner and grew up in Maryville, TN, in a close-knit family with three brothers and twenty-three first cousins. Born into a family that expected women and men to accomplish much, Miriam excelled at a young age. She played the piano, organ, and French horn as well as first trumpet in the Maryville High School championship band. Her debating skills were honed in high school while competing in debate at the state and national levels. An honor student at Maryville College, she transferred to the University of Tennessee where she graduated Cum Laude in 1940 with a double major in Child Development and Foods and Nutrition and began her teaching career after graduation. On June 18, 1941, Miriam married James Moulten Heiskell in Maryville, at a ceremony officiated by her grandfather, a Presbyterian minister. Over the next seven years, Miriam moved twenty-one times, following her husband Jim who served in the defense industry and the U.S. Navy during World War II and settled into a career with the Coca-Cola Company after the war. Five days after arriving in Atlanta in 1948, their eldest son Andy was stricken with polio. When his recovery was declared a miracle, the doctors told his young parents that he could go to first grade. To prepare Andy for school, Miriam started a play group which developed into one of Atlanta’s first preschools. Encouraged by parents, Miriam and Jim eventually expanded the school into a regionally accredited educational institution that served two-year olds through 8th grade students. God used the apparent tragedy of Andy’s illness for His glory and the good of generations of students educated at the school that became known as The Heiskell School. The Heiskell School became an avenue for Mrs. Heiskell and her staff to evangelize and disciple families. It emphasized a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with the Word of God and respect for the principles that made America great. Her philosophy was summed up in Proverbs 22:6. “Train up a child in the way He should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” This school in Buckhead was the first in the nation to be honored by the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission for Meritorious Support of the 1976 bicentennial celebration. During her long life Mrs. Heiskell received many honors, including one from the Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge and the DAR Medal of Honor. She was also recognized as a distinguished alumna of Maryville College as well as the University of Tennessee. Mrs. Heiskell spent her life in service to others. A trustee and founder of Mount Vernon Christian Academy, she was also a trustee of the Atlanta Counseling Center and a board member of Education for Freedom. She was a life-long Presbyterian and a studious proponent of Christian education, helping people across the country organize Christian schools and actively supporting Christian youth ministries. In 2009, more than 500 parents, faculty, alumni and friends joined the Heiskell family at the Atlanta History Center to celebrate the school’s 60th anniversary. In 2014, the Heiskell School completed its service to the Lord and the greater Atlanta community, celebrating 65 years of God’s blessing. Through the years, Miriam and Jim enjoyed bridge clubs, square dance club, and couples’ Bible studies. They hosted young people in their home so often that is was known as the Heiskell Hilton. Adventuresome, they traveled frequently with their children and grandchildren. Miriam especially enjoyed her trip around the world. Mrs. Heiskell was a highly regarded educator, Christian leader, and patriot. She often said that her aim in life was to glorify God and to fulfill the mission that God had for her. In her own words, “When God provided an opportunity to impact children’s lives through Christian education, I found my life’s calling.” Mrs. Heiskell is survived by her four children: son Andy Heiskell and wife Pamela Cleaves of New York, NY, and Bonita Springs, FL; son Jim Heiskell and wife Connie of Atlanta; daughter Sally Lassiter and husband Ike of Hot Springs, NC; daughter Cyndie Heiskell of Atlanta; by twelve grandchildren: Laurel MacLeod of Manassas, VA; Jamie Heiskell and John Heiskell of Atlanta; Catherine St. Clair of Oakland, CA; Robert Heiskell of Philadelphia, PA; Connie Bolger of Branson, MO; Matthew Lassiter of Ann Arbor, MI; Rebekah DeRoco of Richmond, VA, Sarah Beth Murphy of Birmingham, MI; Isaac Lassiter of Ellijay, GA; Mary Alice Proffitt of East Calais, VT; and Daniel Lassiter of Soquel, CA; and by thirty-three great-grandchildren, three nieces, and four nephews. She was predeceased in 2014 by her husband of 73 years, James, and in 1997 by granddaughter Rachel Lassiter. The Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at H. M. Patterson & Son, Spring Hill Chapel at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Evangelical Institute School of Biblical Training, Educate the Children, Project Mercy (.org) or College of the Ozarks.

writes in to share, “I have pleasantly retired from the Disability Determination Divisions in South Carolina and Georgia. More time for gardening, reading, and enjoying my grandchildren, Nick and Chloe!”

David Franklin “Dave” Helwig, 93, passed away peacefully at his home in Flintstone, Georgia on May 16, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents,  Reverend Frederic William Helwig and Charlotte Chatfield Helwig and his sisters, Marilyn Helwig Zeigler and Joanne Helwig McKray. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Jean Kemper Helwig, and by their five children: Lucy Ann Helwig of Chickamauga, GA; William “Bill” Helwig (Angie) of Bryson City, NC; Janet Helwig Fortney (David) of Winston-Salem, NC; Lois Helwig Yapp (David) of Palos Verdes Estates, CA; and Joseph “Joe” Helwig of Atlanta, GA. He is survived by eight grandchildren: Rachel Helwig, Sarah Helwig, Virginia Yapp, Emily Farrell, Nicholas Yapp, Caroline Lee, Margaret Luccarelli and Samuel Helwig. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren: Nina Eberhart, Jack Luccarelli, Theo Lee, Hannah Lee, Wyatt Farrell and Steve Farrell.

Dave was born in the manse of the Lower Valley Presbyterian Church in Califon, New Jersey, where his father was pastor.

Following nine years in Califon, he subsequently lived in Princeton, New Jersey; Knox, Pennsylvania; Macon, Georgia; and Youngstown, New York, where he graduated from Youngstown High School in 1946. Dave proudly served three years in the United States Navy from 1946-1949, serving on the U.S.S. Orion and U.S.S. Minah. He was stationed in Cuba, Panama, and Peru. After his naval service he graduated in 1953 with a degree in political science from Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee. He was a member of the track, cross-country, and wrestling teams at Maryville College, and he very much enjoyed attending his college reunions throughout the years. It was at Maryville College that Dave met his future wife, Jean Kemper. Dave moved to Chattanooga following his graduation and worked for TVA initially, in the Maps and Surveys Division and later in the Power Supply Division. He retired from TVA in 1988 as power supply engineer after almost 35 years of service.

Dave was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga for 68 years. He served the church in numerous capacities: Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday School teacher, Elder, and Deacon. Additionally, he served on several church committees and was particularly instrumental in providing transportation to and from church services for many members over the years.

Dave’s life was always service-oriented. For many years he was a volunteer fireman in the Chattanooga Valley community. He also served as a volunteer in numerous other organizations: Boy Scouts, Habitat for Humanity, St. Matthew Men’s Shelter, Community Kitchen and Newton Child Development Center.

Dave’s faith was important to him, and we rejoice that he has now joined the Church Triumphant. His Presbyterian roots were very deep, and these roots continued to deepen throughout the years. He was a good and faithful servant, and his impact on his family and many others will always be felt.