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Johnnye Kiel December 4, 1923 – August 25, 2020 Richland, Washington – Johnnye Ruth Gudel was born on December 4, 1923, in Hixson, Tennessee, to John Gudel and Gladys Novella (Brown) Gudel. She was one of six children, four girls and two boys. She passed away on August 25, 2020, in Richland, Washington. She was 96 years old. Johnnye grew up in rural Hixson, Tennessee, near Chattanooga. The family did not have much money but were rich in many other ways. Johnnye loved playing basketball and softball and graduated from high school when she was 16. She attended Maryville College near Knoxville, Tennessee, and graduated in 1944 with a BA in Biology and a minor in English. With the country at war, she moved to Oak Ridge and began work at the Manhattan Project’s Y-12 facility for the Tennessee Eastman Corporation. She lived behind the fence and was an operator and later a supervisor at one of the secret calutron machines designed to separate isotopes of uranium. She also worked in a laboratory analyzing the enrichment level of the final product. While working at the calutron, she met George Robbins Kiel, one of the project engineers. They married on May 31, 1945, in Hixson, Tennessee, and honeymooned in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At the conclusion of the war, George and Johnnye decided to “see the West” and moved to Richland in February 1947. George took a job at Hanford with the General Electric Company working at the reprocessing plants in the 200 areas. A month after their arrival, Johnnye gave birth to a daughter, Ruth Ann Kiel, who died a week later. Two boys later filled her home with the birth of David in 1948 and William in 1952. When her boys were old enough, Johnnye began work as a substitute teacher for the Richland School District. She later took a full-time job as a seventh-grade homeroom teacher at Chief Joseph Junior High where she taught for many years. Teaching was one of the highlights of Johnnye’s life. Johnnye always loved to play sports and took up golf late in life. This became her new personal challenge that brought many new friends at Meadow Springs Country Club and provided an endless supply of golfing vacations. Johnnye is survived by her son Michael Christian (David) and his wife Debbie of Paradise, CA, and William Kiel of Richland. She was preceded in death by her husband George Robbins Kiel, daughter Ruth Ann, sisters Mary Elizabeth Pope, Dorothy Shannon, and Helen Gudel, and brothers Robert H. Gudel and William S. Gudel. Many families and friends had special places in her heart, especially the Lindgren, Mathis, Swift, and Figg families. Special thanks go to the staff at Guardian Angel Homes in Richland and the Chaplaincy Hospice Care. No public service will be held.

The Reverend Donald Rankin Killian, age 98, died on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at Medford Leas, Medford, NJ. His wife of 63 years, Ruth Haines Killian, a brother Nolan Killian and his sister Marion Armstrong preceded him in death. Many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews survive Rev. Killian. A memorial service was held at Medford Leas on Saturday, September 8, 2012. Memorial gifts may be made to Christ Presbyterian Church in Marlton, NJ or the Fund for Financial Assistance at Medford Leas, Medford, NJ.

Hermia was born on July 15, 1921 and passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2015. Hermia was a resident of Mclean, Virginia.

Carol Fraser Kincheloe passed away on November 5, 2023 at the Shannondale Retirement Community of Maryville, Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on February 5, 1932 in Cushing, Oklahoma to Beulah Randall Fraser and the Rev. Samuel Graham Fraser. She attended public schools in Cushing and Oklahoma City. Following graduation from Maryville College, she was employed by the Blount County Agricultural Extension Service working primarily with 4-H Club youth. Carol was an active member of the Presbyterian Church and many of its activities. Since 1983, she has been an active member of P.E.O.

In 1968, Carol married Samuel Kincheloe. His work gave them the opportunity to live in Illinois and Georgia as well as enjoy international travel. Retirement in 1998 returned them to Tennessee where they lived in Knoxville for several years.

In 2010, they became residents of the Shannondale Retirement Community of Maryville.

Carol was preceded in death by her sister, Charlotte F. Shipley in 2022. Survivors are her husband, Sam Kincheloe; son, John T. Trotter of Maryville, daughter, Jan (James) Voris of Atlanta. Grandsons: Chuck Trotter, Preston (Lynda) Trotter; two great granddaughters, Emma and Eva Trotter. She is also survived by her nephews; Douglas (Catherine) and Graham (Mary Lee) Shipley and their families. She is also survived by the Kincheloe family and many special friends. Carol always made sure to stay in touch with family and friends. She was a thoughtful, caring and gracious lady. She will be fondly remembered by those who were touched with her kindness and those who were fortunate to hear her stories.

has been appointed as Property Manager at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN

was named to the Robertsville Middle School Hall of Fame.

was named to the Robertsville Middle School Hall of Fame.

is pleased to announce the opening of his new law firm, David C. King, LLC, in downtown Marietta, Georgia (a suburb of Atlanta). David handles a wide array of legal matters, including construction law, commercial litigation, personal injury, business matters, and insurance disputes.

Devida McGaha King went home to be with her Lord on Monday, May 29, 2017. She lived to the excellent age of 90. The daughter of a physician in Tennessee, Devida continued her father’s legacy of service throughout her life as a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, an X-ray technician, a nurse, church pianist and church organist. At various times in her life she could be found traveling the country, working in her garden, bowling in leagues, practicing the piano or the organ at her church or at her home, watching every UK basketball game on TV, worshiping at church, and spending time with family. Devida was born in Newport, Tennessee on January 23, 1927. She graduated from Maryville College with a Bachelor of Science degree in May 1948. She went to work in Knoxville, TN as an X-ray technician. Soon after she met and fell in love with her husband, Philip Benton King, whom she married in Sevierville, TN in 1951. They moved to western Kentucky, where they built a home in Lone Oak. Devida and Philip worked together at the Union Carbide Nuclear Plant in Paducah, and Devida worked until just before her first son was born. She returned to work when her boys were older as an X-ray technician for an orthopaedic surgeon. In this position, she made a very strong impression on both her boys by telling stories of young people who had been crippled by motorcycle accidents. Having mastered the craft of X-ray, she returned to college to earn her Nursing degree at Paducah Community College. Soon after graduation, Devida took a position as a nurse at Lourdes Hospital, where she worked until retirement in 1991. Throughout this time, Devida served as a volunteer pianist and organist at her churches, Forest Hills Presbyterian and Highland Cumberland Presbyterian. She loved serving through her gift of music, and had the ability to remember even the third and fourth verses of many hymns. Devida was recognized as a Perpetual Member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church for her efforts in 1997. She later was a member of Lone Oak United Methodist Church. Devida recently moved to Georgia and found a renewed energy and excitement for life. She played in a Wii bowling league twice a week, played bingo, participated in Bible studies, found a church family at Mount Nebo United Methodist Church that she greatly enjoyed, and loved going out with family or hosting them at her new apartment. Devida is survived by a sister, Meriam Anderson of Knoxville, TN, son Jim King and wife Debbie of Marietta, GA, son Ed King and wife Rachael of Paducah, KY, grandson Adam King and wife Megan of Dallas, GA, grandson Eric King and wife Katie of Acworth, GA, granddaughter Rachel Shibley and husband Michael of Acworth, GA, grandson Stephen King and wife Julie of Madison, MS, and granddaughter Susan King of Paducah, KY. She is also survived by fourteen great-grandchildren – Addison, James, Isabelle, David, Philip, Joseph, Daniel, Luke, Mandy, Emma Jean, Isaac, Charlie, William, and Esther. She leaves a legacy of love. Love for the Lord and for her family and she will be greatly missed.

Kyla was named head volleyball coach at Emory and Henry College in Emory, Virginia. She spent the past 7 years as head coach at Hendersonville High School in Hendersonville, TN and 6 years as a head coach at Ethos Volleyball Club in Nashville, TN., Kyla has coached all ages groups at Ethos ranging from 5 – 18 year old.

#InspiringMCAlumni Blair King ’05, Assistant Principal of Franklin High School, and former Athletic Director receives special recognition by the NCHSAA! Congratulations to another MC grad!  https://www.facebook.com/278721962783463/posts/863327170989603/?d=n

Jean Stewart King, age 75, of Port St Lucie, Florida passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021.

Jean was born October 22, 1946 and grew up in Pennsylvania.  She graduated with a BA from Maryville College.

She was a free spirit who loved taking pictures of everyone and everything.  Her favorite thing was to go to the beach and collect seashells.  She loved and cared for her many “fur babies”.

She is survived by her wife, Victoria Riccitiello, her brother, David King and his wife Patsy, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, a great-great niece and nephew.

She is predeceased by her parents, Alice and H. Stewart King.

She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

Currently lives in a Washington DC suburb and teach AP World and sociology at Sherwood High School. He coaches the girls varsity soccer at Northwest High School making it to the elite 8 in the 4A Maryland state tournament the last two consecutive years.

Mr. David George Kipp, of Red Boiling Springs, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019, at The Palace Care and Rehab in Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee.

Mr. David George Kipp is survived by; wife, Mary Wilson Kipp,son, Erik (Heather) Kipp,
daughters, Giselle (John) McMullen, Karen (Taylor) Neely, granddaughters, Amanda (Steven) Johnson, Rachael Marshall, grandson, Christopher Marshall, great-Grandchildren,
Benjamin Johnson and Olivia Johnson.

Leslee has been called to be Director of Christian Education at the Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green. Sha has just completed two years as Interim DCE at Davidson College Presbyterian Church in Davidson, NC and she is now looking forward to new adventures in a new call and new state.

David Austin Kirkland, age 57, of Vonore, Fla., passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 in Hialeah, Fla. Member. He was Deacon & Treasurer of Vonore Baptist Church, where he was a strong supporter of the Church's Car Show. Survivors, daughter, Kathryn Kirkland, Son, Austin Kirkland, Father, Austin Kirkland, all of Vonore, Sister, Kelly Teague, Sister-in-law & brother-in-law, Janet & Chris Borden, Brother -in-law & sister-in-law, David & Lana Samples, all of Maryville. Niece, Tasha Cornine, Nephew, Ethan Teague, Preceded in death by wife, Rebecca Ann (Becky) Kirkland, mother, Beulah Dean Kirkland. Funeral 5 P.M. Sunday, December 1, Vonore Baptist Church, Rev. Andrew Osakue & Rev. Tony Collins officiating. Interment 11 A.M. Monday, Vonore Baptist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Vonore Baptist Church Car Show fund. Family will receive friends 3-5 P.M. Sunday at Vonore Baptist Church. Arrangements by Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, Madisonville.

Mary Jane Kirklin, age 86, of Chicago, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

Steven Kitchen Devoted family man, loved his log cabin, ‘one of the good guys’ Steve Kitchen was born in Asbury, NJ on October 9th to Pat & Don Kitchen. Sadly, Steve passed away on August 23rd. Always to be remembered as one of the “good guys”, he will be missed by so very many after a hard fought battle that ended too soon. Steve was our “Warrior Turtle” being a two-time cancer survivor. Steve graduated from Del Val High School, excelling in the wrestling program and continuing his skills to Maryville College, TN also earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management. Steve always spoke of his love of Tennessee and the friendships he began there and continue to this day, (you all know who you are). Steve looked forward to NCAA Wrestling and an avid TN Vols and Yankees fan. Semi-retired, he worked for Belzona/B.I.G.:Banks Industrial Group and always said they were family and the best company he ever worked for. After retirement – Steve, Barb and Boris, (their dog), enjoyed RVing and day trips on the WTH pontoon boat. Steve’s happiest times was moving to their log cabin, “Dancing Bears” in Narrowsburg and just “kicking back” with a cup of coffee or cold beer and taking in the pristine scenery. A Devoted Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin & Friend, Steve leaves behind his caring father, Don and Step-Mom, Corky. Loving wife & Best Friend, Barbara. Children Eddie and wife Darlene, Amy and husband Dave and the “Prince” Justin with wife, Anna. Grandchildren Emily Rose, Madison, Ellie “Chatterbox” Paige, Makayla May and Tyler “the filthy animal” James. Two sisters who he loved dearly and he was always known amongst the three of them to refer to himself as “Mom’s Favorite”….Colleen Devita & husband, Mike. Kelly Haring & husband, Willis. So many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and COUNTLESS Friends! Lastly, Steve is survived by his “sidekick” Boris the thief, (aka “Funny Boy), who gave him endless joy and laughter! Boris is lost without him. Visitation will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 10:00am to 1:30pm at the Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home, 3412 SR97, Barryville, NY 12719. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, Narrowsburg, NY 12764. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to: Gary Sinise Foundation www.garysinisefoundation.org PO Box 368, Woodland Hills, CA 91365; St. Francis Xavier Church – Food Pantry 151 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764. Arrangements are under the care of the Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home. 845-557-8010[ph1] Harrison Rasmussen Funeral Home 3412 SR 97 Barryville NY 12719 (845) 557-8010

Betty Lee Kitchen, 100, of New Castle, joined her Lord and Savior the afternoon of October 22, 2021, at Clen-Moore Place.
Born May 23, 1921, in Jarrell’s Valley, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Ruby Pearl (Price) and Guy Carlton Pettry.
She was preceded in death on March 2, 1976, by her beloved husband, Dr. Robert H. Kitchen, whom she married September 6, 1947.
Betty attended school in Charleston, W.Va, graduating from Charleston High School in 1938. She pursued her teaching degree at Maryville College where she graduated in 1942.
She was a teacher of languages: French, German and Spanish, in Woodstown, New Jersey, until her retirement.
A long-time member of the PEO Sisterhood, Chapter Y, she had also served in various local volunteer agencies such as the City Rescue Mission, Friends of the Hoyt and Friends of the Library.
Betty was an active member of First Presbyterian Church where she served with great love as a teacher, deacon, elder and church historian, as well as founding the Heritage Center.
She enjoyed playing Scrabble with her family, jigsaw puzzles, making ceramic and candy houses and spending time with her family.
She is survived by two sons: Dr. Robert H. (Mary) Kitchen of Fairfax Station, VA and Dr. John H. (Rosie) Kitchen of Rockville, MD, two daughters: Barbara L. Kitchen of State College, PA and Margaret K. (Merle D.) Brown of New Castle, nine grandchildren: Kelly and Douglas Burns, Jason Fish, Erin and Brian Jaskot, Brent Kitchen, Kristen Brown, Philip Brown, Jack Kitchen, Richard Kitchen and Rachel Kitchen, and three great-grandchildren: Ella, Cooper and Parker Jaskot.

Dr. Cynthia Blanchard Kittle, 75 (formerly Cynthia Colangelo), passed away on September 20, 2018, in Atlanta, Georgia, after suffering a stroke. Cynthia grew up in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. She attended Maryville College in Tennessee and then received a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. After a 33-year career in child welfare, she earned a Ph.D. from Yeshiva University in New York and became a professor of Social Work at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. She is survived by her husband Tom; her sister Emily; her daughter Jennifer, son Brian, and daughter-in-law Kristin; and her grandchildren Ashton, Dylan, and Rene (Breann). Cynthia was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 34 years.

finally retired after 51 years on the air in Chattanooga. Following retirement, the Scenic City Women’s Network, an organization of women striving to live out their faith in their work lives, presented Marcia with the First Annual Lydia Impact Award” as “An Extraordinary Christian Working Women”

Marcia Kling to Become Lifetime Member of Chattanooga Salvation Army Advisory Board On Monday, April 22, Marcia Kling, well-known Chattanooga TV personality, will be awarded a plaque welcoming her as a Lifetime Member of the Chattanooga Salvation Army Advisory Board. The recognition will take place at 12:00 Noon at The Salvation Army located at 1019 North Moore Road across from Brainerd High School. This high honor is only offered to those who have served over fifteen years and have displayed outstanding leadership. “Miss Marcia” began her exceptional tenure of service as an active Board Member in 1976. Marcia Kling is most beloved for 36-years of serving as The Salvation Army’s Annual Thanksgiving Meal Home-Delivery Coordinator. Working alongside her husband, David, they have ensured the preparation, packaging and delivery of hundreds of traditional Thanksgiving Dinners to the needy in our community. The Chattanooga Salvation Army Advisory Board is a group of business leaders and other outstanding citizens who share their vision and leadership in supporting The Salvation Army promise to our community of Doing the Most Good for People in Need.

writes in to share that she will retire in June 2020 from North Montco Technical Career Center where she has been a school counselor for the past 24 years. Kathryn and her husband have plans to go on an Alaskan cruise, but due to the pandemic that is on hold.

While Laurie is disappointed that she was not able to make it back for her class reunion in October, she wanted to tell the class hello and that she is alive and well, still substituting in the high school and doing mission work in Costa Rica and Guatemala. She said, “I am the proud grandmother of seven grandchildren and 12 great grands. I will make it to our 70th! Shalom!”

Catherine P. Knaupp August 18, 1924- September 24, 2013 Columbus, GA- Catherine Payne Knaupp, 89, of Columbus, Georgia died Tuesday, September 24, 2013. Graveside Services will be held in Parkhill Cemetery Thursday, September 26, 2013 at 3:00 PM with Reverend Charles Hasty officiating. The family will visit with friends after the service at the cemetery. Catherine Payne Knaupp was born in Phenix City, Alabama to the late Ruth Kent Payne and Jesse M. Payne on August 18, 1924. She moved to Fort Pierce, Florida in the third grade and returned to Columbus in the tenth grade where she graduated from Columbus High School. Catherine went to Maryville College in Tennessee. Later she received her Master’s degree in Administration and Supervision. She taught school for many years in Phenix City before coming to Columbus to serve as Food Service Director in the Muscogee County School District. Catherine was very active in the First Presbyterian Church in Columbus and the American School Food Service Association. Survivors include her daughter, Cathy Johnson Smith and her husband Dan Smith of Columbus; granddaughter, Allie Johnson of Columbus; step-grandson, Nathan Smith of North Carolina; great-niece, Susan Slaughter of Virginia and great-nephew, Steve Slaughter of Florida. She also leaves many devoted and wonderful friends.