The Daily News Journal

On October 8, 2021, Mary "Ellen" Harmon, wife and mother, passed away in Stockbridge, Georgia at the age of 96. Ellen was born on July 22, 1925 in St. Mary's, Ohio to Edward and Rose Ruther. She was the eldest of five children and is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Parks Harmon, her brother Edward Ruther, and her sister Rita Diller. She is survived by her daughter Mary Hamon of Rex, Georgia, her sisters Kathleen Telljohann and Becky Spees, as well as several nieces and nephews. Ellen graduated from Memorial High School in 1943. In the senior yearbook, she is quoted as saying her ambition was "to be a success". Throughout her lifetime, Ellen met and exceeded her goal. After...

Elsie Monteza Lee Smalling, 91, of Maryville, TN, died peacefully at Brookdale Assisted Senior Living Solutions in Greeneville, Tennessee, September 2, 2021. Born and raised in McMinn County, TN, Elsie attended a one room schoolhouse for primary school and after transferring from Carson-Newman College, she graduated with a B.S. in Home Economics from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1951. She was an active and devoted member of New Providence Presbyterian Church in Maryville, Tennessee for over 50 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 yrs, John David Smalling, Sr.; her parents, Hugh Joines Lee and Maggie Annabel Wright Lee; sister, Zoe Della Heifner...

On the evening of Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Carol Stroud McAdoo -- a loving mother and wonderful wife -- passed away at the age of 70 at her home in Knoxville, Tennessee Carol was a wonderful, loving and supportive wife of 48 years, caring friend and devoted mother. Carol was born to Robert and Ruth Stroud in 1951. She grew up in Statesville, TN. Graduated from Watertown High School in 1969. Carol lived a full life as a devoted mother to Carrie and wife to John. She worked in several banking related jobs during her business career. She truly enjoyed her work and friendship with her co-workers. She loved reading many varieties of books, and adored all of her different pets throughout her...

Nannie Ruth Pogue age 84 of Woodburn, KY passed away June 22, 2021 in the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky. She was born December 21, 1936 in Tompkinsville, KY to the late Reed Conkin and late Annie Marshall Conkin. Nannie retired after being a teacher for many years and enjoyed her family, cooking and camping. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Gordon Pogue, son: Anthony Pogue, brothers: Mitchell Conkin and Wayne Conkin. Survived By: Son: Greg Pogue and wife Robin of Mt. Juliet, TN Daughter: Angela Crafton and husband Lee of Woodburn, KY Sister: Sarah Deaton and husband Don of Mooresville, IN Grandchildren: Derek Crafton, Weston Crafton, Clay Pogue, Grace Pogue Tant,...

Annette Bonds Hall, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, June 21, 2021, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Annette was born on January 17, 1947, to Travis and Earline Whitaker Bonds. She married her high school sweetheart, Tommy Hall, on August 17, 1968. She was member of First Baptist Church in Corinth, MS. After graduating from Burnsville High School in 1965, she continued on to Memphis State University in 1975 where she earned a teaching degree. Annette taught in the Tennessee school system for 28 years. Following retirement in 2004, she resided in Murfreesboro, TN. Tom and Annette moved back to her childhood home in Iuka in 2017. Annette was a loving wife, mother,...

Edward F. Price, Jr. passed away at the age of 89 on June 3, 2021. He was the son of the late Edward F. Price and Sarah (Boyce) Price. He is also preceded in death by his sister Christine (Price) Robichaud, grandson Corey Price, and niece Sherri (Robichaud) Bennett. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorthy Jean Hicks Price, brother James W. Price, sister-in-law Thelma (Leverette) Price, children David (Beverly) Price of Summerville, SC, Pamela (Edgar) Burgess of St. Augustine, FL, Vicki (Jeff) Hendricks of Kennesaw, GA, Edward (Stephanie) Price III of Marietta, GA, grandchildren Lauren, Andrew, and Madelyn Hendricks, Joseph Kickasola, Christopher Burgess, and Brett and Haley Price,...

Helen Marie Messick, 87, widow of the late G N Messick of Summerville, SC, formerly of Murfreesboro, TN entered into eternal rest Thursday, May 20, 2021. Mrs. Messick was born March 1, 1934 in Beech Grove, TN, a daughter of the late Allie Mai Fann and Dillard Armstrong. She enjoyed 60 years of marriage to G N Messick, and she owned and operated franchise Shoney's restaurants in Middle Tennessee and Kentucky. In later years they moved back to Murfreesboro, and eventually to Summerville, SC. Mrs. Messick was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She loved her family deeply and will be missed by all. Mrs. Messick is survived by her 2 sons: Michael (Shirley)...

Jack E. O'Brien, age 90 of Conroe, Texas died on February 11, 2021 in Goodrich, Texas. He was born in Rucker, Tennessee, near Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Hugh Frank and Mamie (Rowland) O'Brien. Jack was preceded in death by his brothers, Frank O'Brien and William (Billy) O'Brien. He is survived by his son, Russell D. and wife, Amber O'Brien of Willis, Texas and his daughter, Felita L. and husband, Wayne Schramme of Richmond, Texas; his grandson, Colton M. O'Brien and great grandson, Braylon Sage O'Brien of Aiken, South Carolina. Jack graduated from Christiana High School in Christiana, Tennessee. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Middle...

Fred F. Kerr, evangelist, died on December 19, 2020. He was 83. He was born and raised in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He and his devoted wife, Mary, came to Columbia, South Carolina in 1978 for Mr. Kerr to attend Columbia Bible College and Graduate School (CIU). The biggest day in his life was December 21, 1968. That day Fred trusted in Jesus Christ to pay his sin debt. He received the free gift of eternal life. That day he truly received that immediate, supernatural, conversion event. It totally changed his life. Religion lacks power. Jesus changed my life. From the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Mr. Kerr received a B.S. (1959) and M.S. in Educational Psychology (1972). ...

Garrett Cooper Blankenship of North Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on December 15, 2020 after a brief battle with liver disease. He was 41. Garrett was born to Gary Blankenship and Ava Joy (Alexander) Napier on October 13, 1979 in Louisville, Kentucky. He graduated from North Little Rock High School and received two Associates Degrees from University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College. He always felt very fortunate to have been a stay at home dad over the last 5 years. Garrett is survived by his wife Rhonda (Runnells) and their five children, Cassidy (20), Abigail (19), Lanie (16), Cooper (13) and Elijah (12). He also leaves behind his father, Gary Blankenship of...

Marilyn Stein Cohen passed away on July 10th, 2020 at the age of 94 in Atlanta, GA. She is survived by four children, Adele (Larry Pett) of Atlanta, Mike (Carolyn) of Jupiter, FL, Rich (Robin) of Atlanta, and Diane (Andy Green) of Columbia, MD; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren in addition to many other close nieces, nephews, and cousins. Marilyn was predeceased by her loving husband of 62 years, Mortimer (Mort); daughter, Mitzi Echt of Modi'in, Israel; and her close sister, Eileen Berry of Nashville. Marilyn was born and grew up in Joliet, IL and had her own piano concert through a Conservatory of Music as a teen. She moved to Nashville when her sister asked her to live...

Plano, Texas passed away peacefully at Baylor Hospital with his wife, Jayne on June 25, 2020, at the age of 68. He was born on June 1, 1952, to Edmund Jayroe Anthony, Sr.and Joy Carol (Garrett) Anthony in Brownsville, Texas. Jay was a self-made man, whose work in factory automation spanned more than 40 years across the globe. Jay was versatile and a man of many hobbies consisting of following the rodeo, playing the piano, singing tenor in the Plano Civic Chorus, studying history, rebuilding computers, and international travel. He was creative and passionate and loved everything life had to offer. Jay adored his rescue dogs and enjoyed weaving, beadwork, and theatre lighting. He most loved...

Jimmy Hugh Wyatt (73) finished the good fight of faith on January 10th, 2020 after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was born and raised in Knoxville, a graduate of East High School, and a longtime member of Central Baptist Church of Fountain City. He and his wife (Janette) of 52 years raised their two daughters to love God, to serve others, and to always pursue the heart of the matter. Jimmy spent the majority of his career working for Chapman Drug Company/Cardinal Health. He was a true Tennessee Volunteer, as a student and a fan, but was proud to be a Carson-Newman alumnus. Later in his life, he felt so privileged to return to C-N as part of their administration. After retiring, he...

Sylvia Celeste Groves Hazle of Fredericksburg passed away on Sunday December 15th surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 97 years. Sylvia was born September 19, 1922 in Canton, Texas to Attos Leon and Celeste Ridley Groves. Sylvia married Robert Joe Hazle on November 20, 1943. Sylvia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Sylvia is survived by three children: Mark Hazle of Albuquerque, NM Nita Hazle of Fredericksburg John and Lesa Hazle of Cleburne, TX Grandchildren: Joseph, Robert, Andrew, Eric, and Dane. Great grandchildren: Royce and Delena and several other relatives and friends. Along with her husband and parents, Sylvia was preceded in death by...

Donald E. "Don" Burris of Lake Wales, Florida passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Advent Health. Marion Nelson Funeral Home handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent and the full obituary can be viewed at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.

John Marshall Long. Age 91, of Rochester, MN entered heaven on 10/26/2019 at Mayo Clinic Hospital. He was diagnosed with subdural hematoma on 10/24, and died peacefully less than 24 hours later, as his wife of nearly 59 years tenderly whispered goodbye. We rejoice though our hearts are breaking. He was a lover of Jesus, a Husband, a Father, a Grandfather, a Great Grandfather, and Friend to countless people. John Marshall was born July 28, 1928 to parents Samuel J. and Maude Leigh (Everett) Long in Norfolk, VA. He was the youngest of eight children, which included Virginia, William, Eloise, Samuel, Joseph, Richard, and Martha. He was named after the fourth Chief Justice of the United...

Mary "Wren" Macon Doubler of Fayetteville, TN, passed away on September 12, 2019. She was 92. She was born in Murfreesboro, TN, in 1927 to the late Archie J. and Melissa W. Macon. Mrs. Doubler was preceded in death by her husband of nearly sixty years, Alvin F. Doubler; son, Robert "Duke" Doubler; infant daughter, Mary Eileen; and brothers Robert and Ramsey Macon. Mrs. Doubler is survived by her five children, Bernard (Barbara) Doubler and Michael Doubler of Murfreesboro, TN, Paul Doubler of LaVergne, TN, John (Sally) Doubler of Clarksville, TN and Kathleen "Katie" (Wayne) Steuart of Fayetteville, TN. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Brandon Doubler, Catherine (Jeff) Henry,...

Faye passed away after a lengthy illness on July 2, 2019 She was born Faye Evelyn Hall on March 10, 1937 to Robert Dayton and Modena Ralston Hall. She was predeceased by her parents and a sister, Delyla Hall Hutson. She is survived by her husband of sixty two years, Billy, daughter Melissa Shires-Sullivan, son William III, grandson Jacob Sullivan, and sister Jaunita Stem. She was a full time mother, grandmother, homemaker,and the quintessential Navy wife. She was passionate about art and an accomplished painter, enjoyed swimming, golfing, and bird watching. Her immediate family will gather in the coming days to celebrate a beautiful life. She will be inurned at Florida National...