The Greeneville Sun

Ricky S. Verran - of Knoxville was born on March 27, 1956 and passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at the age of 65. Preceded in death by parents, Harry and Mary Katherine Verran, along with four uncles and six aunts. Survived by daughters, Kimberly Nicely, Rachel Verran, Rebecca Verran, Catelin Verran, Victoria Verran, and Aerionna Verran; brothers, Nelson Verran, Andy (Ann) Verran, and Darrell (Melissa) Verran; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, 865-523-4999. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com

William 'Wild Bill' Harold, On August 20th, Bill Harold went to be with the love of his life, Nancy, and our Lord & Savior. He was 72. We hope Bill's love of a good time, a good joke, a good song, or a good whiskey will leave a smile on the faces of everyone who knew him, with lots of good memories to go around. His love for his wife & life were very well known, and we can take peace in knowing they are together again. Bill was a veteran of the Vietnam War (Army) and an avid outdoorsman. It was this love & passion for hunting & fishing that helped him build his own successful business in the industry, meet new friends, & create many memories on various hunting trips. He...

William 'Wild Bill' Harold, On August 20th, Bill Harold went to be with the love of his life, Nancy, and our Lord & Savior. He was 72. We hope Bill's love of a good time, a good joke, a good song, or a good whiskey will leave a smile on the faces of everyone who knew him, with lots of good memories to go around. His love for his wife & life were very well known, and we can take peace in knowing they are together again. Bill was a veteran of the Vietnam War (Army) and an avid outdoorsman. It was this love & passion for hunting & fishing that helped him build his own successful business in the industry, meet new friends, & create many memories on various hunting trips. He...

Mrs. Eva Wall, age 85 of McDonough, GA., daughter of the late Harry and Alice Gray of Mosheim, TN., passed away August 12, 2021. Mrs. Wall was a member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro, GA. where she was a Sunday School Teacher, a member of the Garden Club and volunteered with the Pink Ladies at Southern Regional Medical Center. She is survived by her husband of 64 years: ADCS Willie Joe Wall, Jr. USN Ret. daughters: Pamela Wall Moats of Oviedo, FL and Teresa (Rex) Cagle of Stockbridge, brother: S. Grandy (Christina) Gray of Greenville, TN, sisters: Betty Radar and Janie Solomon both of Mosheim, TN, grandchildren: Emily (Stephan) Merlics, Dr. Matthew (Rich) Moats, Dr. Nathaniel (Katie)...

Christy Yonz Bowlin passed into eternal rest on July 15, 2021 after a courageous three and a half year battle with breast cancer. Her friends and family rejoice in her passing on the promise that one day they will reunite in heaven by the grace of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Christy was born in Atlanta, GA. She spent much of her life in Greeneville, TN until she moved to Dandridge, TN in 2007. She is a 1991 graduate of Greeneville High School and a 1994 graduate of East Tennessee State University. Christy is a Christian. She is a member of First Baptist Church of Dandridge and formerly Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Greeneville and Asbury United Methodist Church of Greeneville....

Sandra Lynn Rhea White, age 72, and Charles Schrader White, age 74, both of Knoxville, died July 3, 2021 (Sandra) and July 12, 2021 (Charlie) respectfully at their home following long illnesses. Charlie and Sandra cofounded CHASAN, LLC Real Estate Company in 1995. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis F. and Edyth M. Rhea. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, C. Taft and Lorene S. White. Both are survived by their son and daughter in law, Marlin K. and Erin A. White; grandchildren, Lincoln A. and Maura E. White, as well as beloved cousin Philip H. Schrader. The family will receive friends from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM Friday, July 16, 2021 with a Celebration of Sandra and...

Jay Francis Garrabrant, age 78, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, died on July 10, 2021, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A memorial service will be held at Burroughs Funeral Home, 3558 Old Kings Highway, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, on Friday, July 16, at 10:00 a.m. To view the full obituary and make online condolences please visit, www.burroughsfh.com Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Services (843.651.1440) of Murrells Inlet is assisting the family with arrangements.

Nita Park Morrison, age 90, of Carthage, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 1, 2021, in Carthage. Mrs. Morrison was born on January 31, 1931, in Bulls Gap, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Ralph and Grace Park. She was preceded in death by six siblings; Ralph Park II, Lee Knight, Mildred Wright, Myrna Buflo, Melba Piper, and Floyd Park. Mrs. Morrison was retired from the Veterans Administration and was a member of Carthage Chapter #747 Order of the Eastern Star and St. Paul Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her loving husband of 51 years, Donald Morrison; two sons, Richard Haynes of Seattle, WA, and Randolph Morrison of Nyack, NY; one brother-in-law, Sam...

Dan Campbell Noel, 74 of Knoxville, TN, passed away June 26, 2021 after a short battle with cancer and complications from diabetes. Preceded in death by his parents, Henry Will "Bill" Noel and Barbara "Bobbie" Campbell Noel of Greeneville, TN. Survived by wife of 36 years, Judy Burkett Noel; daughter and son-in-law, Amanda and Gabriel Woodson; grandchildren, Wade Campbell and Aberdeen Marie all of Knoxville. Also survived by brothers and sister-in-laws, Mike and Melody Noel, Rick and Kathy Noel of Greeneville, TN; nieces and nephews, Clay (Erin) Noel, Jonathan Noel, Christy (Steven) Chambers, Matt (Kalee) Noel, Matthew (Susan) Shelton, Adam (Tim) Shelton, Madison Burkett, Dain Shelton and...

Dan Campbell Noel, 74 of Knoxville, TN, passed away June 26, 2021 after a short battle with cancer and complications from diabetes. Preceded in death by his parents, Henry Will "Bill" Noel and Barbara "Bobbie" Campbell Noel of Greeneville, TN. Survived by wife of 36 years, Judy Burkett Noel; daughter and son-in-law, Amanda and Gabriel Woodson; grandchildren, Wade Campbell and Aberdeen Marie all of Knoxville. Also survived by brothers and sister-in-laws, Mike and Melody Noel, Rick and Kathy Noel of Greeneville, TN; nieces and nephews, Clay (Erin) Noel, Jonathan Noel, Christy (Steven) Chambers, Matt (Kalee) Noel, Matthew (Susan) Shelton, Adam (Tim) Shelton, Madison Burkett, Dain Shelton and...

On June 9, 2021 while is the arms of his mother Brittany Shown. Kristopher Liam Bruce earned his angel wings. He was born August 25, 2011. Kris faced an aggressive brain tumor with a resilience and fortitude that inspired all who knew him. Kris leaves to mourn his passing, his mother, Brittany Shown; his father Kenny Bruce; brothers, Ricky O'Connor, Kyler Bruce, Hudson; sisters, Trinity O'Connor, Brooklyn Seaburg, and Haley Myers; maternal grandmother and grandfather, Nikki Hurst and D avid Sauce, also maternal grandfather, Floyd Ted Shown, Jr. and grandmother Kathy Shown. Surviving uncles, Tim Shown, Joseph Shown; Tyler Shown, and Alex Rodriguez. Surviving aunts, Tabitha Rodriguez, Tara...

Maxie Ozelle Holland - age 83 of Strawberry Plains went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 21, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer. Ozelle was a member of Strawberry Plains United Methodist Church. She was also a graduate of Mosheim High School Class of 1955 and graduate of University of TN in accounting. Ozelle never met a stranger. Her interests included gardening and educating. Preceded in death by parents, Theodore and Mattie Lee Dixon. Survived by husband, Hersel E. Holland; son, Dr. Mark (Karen) Holland; and niece, Paula Ruth Noe. The family will receive friends 1:00-3:00 PM Sunday, May 23, 2021, at Bridges Funeral Home followed by the funeral service at 3:00 PM with Rev....

TSgt Michael Lane, II age 36, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021. He was born on June 2, 1985 in Greeneville, Tennessee to Michael Robert Lane and Deborah Sue (Dockery) Sumilas. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force where he was an Ammo Troop. He loved playing golf and spending time with his family and friends. Michael was a devoted father and husband. Survivors include his wife, Allison Lane of Valdosta, Georgia; daughter, Madelyn Moore of Valdosta, Georgia; son, Ryan Lane of Valdosta, Georgia; mother & step father, Debbie Sumilas (David) of Knoxville, Tennessee; father, Mike Lane of Greeneville, Tennessee; aunts and uncles, Mollie Dockery...

Jaynes, Eleanor M. Tom - age 94, died Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Eleanor was born March 13, 1927 in Wahiawa, HI to the late Bung Chin Tom and Lee Suk Lim. She and her family were eye witnesses to the Pearl Harbor attack on Dec. 7, 1941. She received her BA from Tusculum College and MA in Library Science from Peabody College and worked as a librarian and school teacher in Arkansas and Illinois. She was a leader of many church and community groups, and served terms as president of the University (of Tennessee) Women's Club and the Tusculum College alumni association. She was a devoted member of Erin Presbyterian Church in Knoxville and served as an ordained elder and church leader for decades....

Matthew (Matt) Webster McCullough, age 39 of Walland, Tennessee, died at home Saturday morning, 27 March 2021, after twenty years of coping with Type One Diabetes. He leaves behind two wonderful children, Colton, age seven, and Chloe, age six, and their mother, Veronica Fletcher. He also leaves his mom, Sheila Webster, his stepmother, Janet McCullough, and his father, Ken, in addition to his aunt, Jean Blaine, and his uncle, Ken McCullough Jr. All of us, including his large extended family and numerous friends and the patients he served as a nurse, will miss Matt's ready smile and laughter. He loved to find and collect antiques and old coins, but he most loved hugging and playing with...

Zee Blanton - age 80, of Knoxville passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. He was born in Jonesborough, Tennessee though he spent his years in Greeneville & Knoxville. Zee retired from Children's Hospital after working many years in law enforcement as a police officer. He is preceded in death by his parents Herman & Naomi Blanton. He is survived by his wife Teresa, his Brother CL Blanton as well as his children and grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 4pm till 6pm on Wednesday March 17th, at the Andrew Johnson Clubhouse in Greeneville TN followed by a Celebration of Life service at 6:30pm.

Zee Blanton - age 80, of Knoxville passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. He was born in Jonesborough, Tennessee though he spent his years in Greeneville & Knoxville. Zee retired from Children's Hospital after working many years in law enforcement as a police officer. He is preceded in death by his parents Herman & Naomi Blanton. He is survived by his wife Teresa, his Brother CL Blanton as well as his children and grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 4pm till 6pm on Wednesday March 17th, at the Andrew Johnson Clubhouse in Greeneville TN followed by a Celebration of Life service at 6:30pm.

Donna Ann Purcell, affectionately known to many as "Mama Donna", passed away suddenly on February 27, 2021, while in Lexington, Kentucky. She was 59. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, March 5, 2021, at LifePoint Church, 1915 Rossview Rd., Clarksville, TN 37043. Pastor Mike Burnette will officiate. For those who would like to view the service remotely, please visit www.lifepointchurch.tv The Purcell family will receive friends from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday at LifePoint Church. A private committal ceremony will take place at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West. Mama Donna entered this life on September 11, 1961 in Greenville, Tennessee, one of three children to Robert D....

Joyce B. Bromley, age 96 of Knoxville, passed away February 25, 2021. She was an avid reader, loved singing, began the Vision Services as a Knoxville City school teacher and became a private tutor. She loved to square dance. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Knoxville. A member of Delta Kappa Gamma and volunteered on the Board of Directors for Knoxville Teacher's Federal Credit Union. She was a consultant who worked to further vision service in East Tennessee. Preceded in death by husband, Thomas Bromley; parents, Clarence and Edith Barker; brother, Clarence Barker, Jr. Survived by daughter, Jeannie Bromley Fair; grandchildren Mae (Jordan) Manis and great-grandchild, Elend...

Wanda Bitner Rimmer Huff - age 81 of Lenoir City went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, surrounded by her loving family and her beloved dog, Mikki. She retired from First TN Bank, East End, after 30 years of service. Wanda was an active and faithful member of Clear Springs Baptist Church and played the organ for many years at the church. She was instrumental in setting up a ministry for making Prayer Shawls and Afghans which she made herself. She also made hats for babies and mittens and hot chocolate for the homeless. Preceded in death by parents, Lucky and Queen Bitner; first husband, Carlos Rimmer; second husband, David Huff; and step-son, Victor Huff....

Wanda Bitner Rimmer Huff - age 81 of Lenoir City went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, surrounded by her loving family and her beloved dog, Mikki. She retired from First TN Bank, East End, after 30 years of service. Wanda was an active and faithful member of Clear Springs Baptist Church and played the organ for many years at the church. She was instrumental in setting up a ministry for making Prayer Shawls and Afghans which she made herself. She also made hats for babies and mittens and hot chocolate for the homeless. Preceded in death by parents, Lucky and Queen Bitner; first husband, Carlos Rimmer; second husband, David Huff; and step-son, Victor Huff....