Thank you !
Wood Burning Art by Mountain Air Farm
The Veterans of Union County have been overwhelmed by the amount of community support they have received since announcing the Veterans Appreciation Family Picnic to be held on Saturday November 9! Businesses and individuals have offered to help with so much…from crewing to cooking to donating door prizes. Thank you so much, Union County. It has meant a lot to the Veterans who have been planning this event. It is going to be so much more fun because of your input and assistance.
33 Diner has donated chicken nuggets as well as two gift certificate for $25 each for door prizes! The American Legion Post 212 donated 8 pork butts as well as cash to pay for extras. Angela Connor-Murphy has provided a Kate Spade designer purse. And AutoZone gave the Veterans a bucket of Ultimate Care Care products as well as a Duralast 22 piece socket wrench set.
For those of you who do a little welding, Bar M Welding Supply provided several welding accessories. And if you have had a stressful day, an injury or recovering from surgery, a massage from Choose Your Path to Healing might be exactly what you need! The young’uns will enjkoy Face Painting by Kimberly Dunn-Way and Kid Games with Becky Luthman. And what picnic would be complete without Cornhole and Horseshoes brought to you by members of the American Legion 212. Union County non-profits have always benefited from the support of Food City and manager Scott Inklebarger and we cannot thank them enough for their continued support.
When a couple of volunteers stepped up and offered to cover the logistics of moving a large tent from the Chapel to Wilson Park as well as the smokin’ of the pork butts, well… it just made the planning go more smoothly. Thank you so much, Anonymous Volunteer and Crew! And a Mystery Donor added another 18 pork butts to smoke. That is a total of 26 pork butts! Y'all better be hungry! Speaking of hungry, everyone loves Lil’ Jo’s BBQ (even if they get fried fish or pizza) and the two gift certificates for Lil’ Jo’s would be a welcome prize for anyone in the county. And what would we do without Martin Shaffer the Sign Guy who crafts the plaques for our Veterans Wall for free. His skill and tools have made many a sign for that Wall. Two beautiful pieces of Woodburning Art from Mountain Air Farm will be offered as two of the door prizes. They would look great hanging in any home. The big door prize of the day is a 32” TV donated by Tim Cate of 3 Nails Grace Handyman and Construction.
And musicians!! Donating their time and talent to entertain us for the whole event. First up, Country artist Will Shepard from 11:00-1:00 followed by our own Country Gospel musician Harley Martin from 1:00-3:00. How lucky are we? There was an issue of how to keep the drinks cold. We would need ice…but what to put it in??? Sure, ice chests…but how many would there need to be?? Well, Union Farmer’s Co-op stepped up with some water/feeding troughs that will hold all the ice we can get and keep LOTS of drinks cold! The Winery at Seven Springs Farm! What a wonderful success story and how lucky we are to have such community-focused farmers in our county. And one lucky winner will get a bottle of their wonderful wine!
Thank you one and all for all that you have done and are doing to support the Veterans Appreciation Picnic on this Veterans Day weekend. Because of the generosity of our friends and neighbors, everything at this picnic is free (food is first-come/first-served from 11:30-1:00). See y’all there! And bring a chair if you can!
Advertisement
Articles
No Bread Crumbs for Me
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Sun, 11/03/2024 - 17:28Plainview discusses ADUs, hires part time officer
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 22:25Plainview Planning Commission and Board of Aldermen continued discussion of auxiliary dwelling units at the regular October meeting but took no action. Jordan Rockwell, City Planner, offered two ordinances but neither received action. Rockwell will revise the suggested ordinances based on the discussion. The Board of Aldermen decided to drop the request for MTAS to develop a noise ordinance for Plainview. In a housekeeping motion, Plainview changed a resolution number that was out of sequence.
Heritage Theater hosts Youth Talent Show
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 21:23A new addition to the 20th Union County Heritage Festival was the Youth Talent Show performed at Woods Heritage Music Theater and hosted by Jim Woods. Four talented musicians entertained and displayed their knowledge of several instruments. Thirteen-year-old Levi Fritts played his own arrangement of John Williams music from a variety of movies. Williams wrote the score for Jaws, Star wars, and Jurassic Park. Levi played a medley of six scores on the keyboard.
Heritage Fest booth awards showcase a variety of crafts
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 20:40The Union County Heritage Festival vendors displayed a multitude of crafts and ingenuity at the event last month.
The Rocky Top Award went to Johnnie B. Blooms for the depiction of the theme “Remembering Grandpa.” The flower business is located on land owned by Mary Flatford's grandfather and she displayed a timeline with pictures of her grandfather showing how the land and her grandfather had changed over time.
Commission approves option on jail property
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 19:21The Union County Commission voted to take an option with contingencies on a 12-acre property for the new jail at the October meeting.
Commissioner Sidney Jessee Jr., Jail Committee Chairman, explained the Jail Committee had narrowed the number of architects to three and were expecting to have interviews with each on November 12 at 6 p.m.
20th Heritage Festival Art Show Winners
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 10:54The Heritage Festival Art Show provided a gallery of talent at the Historic Snodderly House on Main Street. Renowned artist Betty Bullen hosted the show with volunteers, Brenda Stone, Shirley Keaton, and Nancy Bailey. Mayor Jason Bailey had the honor of awarding the ribbons to the winners at the artist reception prior to the festival. Madeleine Grace, 14, and Carson Hayes, 12, played a variety of melodic tunes as visitors strolled through the gallery.
Aurora's artistic creativity inspires reading
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 09:05Many years ago before Union County became a county, Lloyd Branson spawned the heritage of Union County painters, especially portrait artists.
Of course, everyone is familiar with Betty Bullen, the creative artist for Union County Heritage Festival. But Betty did not just wake up one day as an accomplished artist. She had a teacher who helped develop her talent. That teacher was Aurora Harrison Bull. Aurora has been inspiring artists and creativity for decades. Like the teacher she is, her students fuel her passion for art.
The 1st Annual Union County Veterans Appreciation Picnic
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Thu, 10/31/2024 - 10:39The 1st Annual Union County Veterans Appreciation Picnic will get underway in Wilson Park at 11:00 on Saturday, November 9. The Veteran Volunteers (chefs for the monthly American Legion Post 212 dinners on the first Monday of every month) will be serving lunch from 11:30 until 1:00. Due to a generous donation of 18 pork butts by a Mystery Donor, there will be plenty of free food to eat. Be sure to bring an appetite to this family oriented event!! All we ask is that each person be responsible for cleaning up after themselves.
The Best in Holiday Entertainment
Submitted by Ronnie Mincey on Wed, 10/30/2024 - 15:03Thanksgiving is upon us once again. It seems to come quicker and quicker each year.
Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday of November. In 2024, it will occur on November 28, the latest date possible. That means the span between Thanksgiving and Christmas days will only be twenty-seven days, the shortest span of time possible between those two holidays.
Reed Reno celebrates 2024 4-H Swine Show season
Submitted by Abigail Thomas on Tue, 10/29/2024 - 14:13Union County’s own 10-year-old Reed Reno has excelled in the 2024 show season, achieving impressive results in the Tennessee Swine Show Circuit (TSSC) for 4-H swine exhibitions. Representing Union County across multiple divisions, Reed’s dedication and skill have set him apart in competitive categories.
All in the Family
Submitted by Ronnie Mincey on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 21:43I find it interesting sometimes how I can have read something all my adult life and never have thought of an obvious question.
I was in Sunday School yesterday, as I have been hundreds of times. The unit being studied reflects on family conflict, to this point as experienced by families in the book of Genesis.
Bread Baking and Public Speaking
Submitted by Carol Pratt on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 13:07In the 1950s, the Union County 4-H held Bread Baking and Public Speaking contests at local schools throughout the county. Members of the Union County Home Demonstration Clubs volunteered as judges. I’ve had the pleasure of judging these contests many times, often sharing a few laughs along the way.
One year, while judging a bread baking contest at a local elementary school, I recognized a McDonald’s biscuit when I saw one. Later that day, after discovering the young man's identity and mentioning it to him, he asked, “How did you know?”
Clays tourney raises record $115k for Children's Centers
Submitted by Keisha D. Vanover on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 12:35Last month District Attorney General Jared Effler and staff, in partnership with the Children’s Centers of the 8th Judicial District, hosted the Eighth Annual Dixie Roofing Clays for Children Sporting Clays Tournament at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, Tennessee. The purpose of the event was to raise money to support the Children’s Centers of the 8th Judicial District, comprised of Campbell, Claiborne, Fentress, Scott, and Union counties. With 138 teams and 545 individual shooters participating, this year’s event was the largest to date.
Corn and Hominy Pudding
Submitted by Shirley McMurtrie on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 12:19Unexpected Benefits of Chiropractic Care: Part II
Submitted by Dr. Darrell Johnson on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 11:58R2Factor Careboxes project lost supplies to storm, needs replacements
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 10:29On the afternoon of August 26, 2021, Army SSG Ryan Christian Knauss, age 23, along with 12 other young, brave United States military warriors and at least 170 civilians were killed by a terrorist explosion and subsequent gunfire at the Kabul Hamid Karzai International Airport Abbey Gate. In his memory, his mother, Paula Knauss, formed the Respect and Remember Foundation, also known as the R2Factor.
Famous Last Words
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Sun, 10/27/2024 - 18:13The famous last words I’m going to talk about are not from celebrities and/or notorious people. It’s words that come back to haunt us. Examples are: “I’ll never do that again!” or “I’ll get it done in a day or two. Don’t worry about it.” Recently, I heard them from my daughter Sara and I knew it wouldn’t be good.
Union Countians aid hurricane victims
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Thu, 10/24/2024 - 15:08Devastating. Heartrending. Catastrophic. Unimaginable. Life as some people have known it is destroyed and, in some cases, life is gone forever. Yet disasters happen. People lose homes, livelihoods, neighborhoods, security, family mementos. That is when friends, neighbors and, yes, even complete strangers pack up what they can and head to the disaster area. And that is exactly what so many people and organizations in Union County did. Citizens collected what was needed, gave what they could and transported supplies to where they were most needed.
Smokin' pork butts for the Veterans Appreciation Nov. 9
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Wed, 10/23/2024 - 09:46OK. Maybe it doesn’t look real pretty. It is homemade and not all shiny and new like a brand-new smoker from Rural King. But looks can be deceiving! This baby can smoke—along with the smokin’ skills of Pitmaster Arnold Smallin (Army). And it’s big - it can hold as many as 10 pork butts. It does mean Arnold has to get up in the middle of the night to get the smoker fired up and the meat started in order to be ready for lunch. (Now that’s dedication!) Smoking is a very slow cooking technique. It takes patience. It takes time
Imagine
Submitted by Ronnie Mincey on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 21:58Imagine a company that has been in business 146 years whose current CEO has few scruples. Imagine the company’s most trusted advisers meeting frequently with the current 29th CEO to gamble (in some instances gambling property owned by non-participating company stockholders) at the CEO’s company-provided residence.
Luttrell Elementary Honor Rolls and Attendance
Submitted by Cindy Taylor on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 15:15Perfect Attendance
1st Grade:Kaylee Bailey, Renee Cooke, Leah Foster, Jasper Holmes, Haley Reed, Kinsley Smiddy, Dudlee Wiliams, Nylah Clark, Noylnn Coaker, Marily Gonzalez Mercado. Olivia Harrell, Karlie Brinker, Macson Yadon, Jade Ward, Kinsley Coffey Sophia Hemphill
2nd Grade: Angel Peters, Ella Tolliver, Bentley Williams, Camila Soto, Tayo Mcloud, Harley Ferguson, Adaley Burkhart, Aurora Rindom, Aiden McCarty, Joseph Jordan, Devon Keyes
3rd Grade: Gracie Corn, Kaden Bailey, Josiah Campbell
Swine Program Thrives in Union County
Submitted by Carol Pratt on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 09:42Grilled Roasted Carrots
Submitted by Shirley McMurtrie on Tue, 10/22/2024 - 09:18Four Unexpected Benefits of Chiropractic Care: Part I
Submitted by Dr. Darrell Johnson on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 11:52A popular misconception about chiropractic care is that it’s only for people with back pain. The fact is, chiropractic treatment has the potential to treat various physical ailments. Whether you’re an athlete who needs help with sports recovery, a professional suffering from “tech neck,” or simply dealing with aches and pains, you may benefit from chiropractic care.
FCE explores Historic Glenmore Mansion, prepares for holiday cheer
Submitted by Abigail Thomas on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 10:06The Union County Family and Community Education (FCE) group held their monthly meeting last month with a special trip to the Glenmore Mansion in Jefferson City. Known as one of the state's finest examples of Second Empire architectural style, the mansion, built in 1868, provided a fascinating historical backdrop for the gathering.
Bragging Words
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Sun, 10/20/2024 - 19:26Sharps Chapel Fall Festival
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Fri, 10/18/2024 - 21:02Were you there last year? If so, you sure don’t want to miss this year!! Did you miss it last year?? Don’t make that mistake again this year! Last year was fantastic. A resounding success for the first year of any festival. But THIS year’s Sharps Chapel Fall Festival has been in the planning process for a year. A whole year! And it will be bigger and it will be even better than last year.
Persimmon Picking
Submitted by Steve Roark on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 09:44Persimmons are a popular food source for many wildlife species such as fox, opossum, deer, raccoons, and many types of birds. Humans find them tasty as well if gathered at the right time. If you want to try some, be sure and take along the kids or grandkids, as they benefit from a shot of nature every now and then.
Trust
Submitted by Ronnie Mincey on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 17:49True story—A gentleman was sitting in my office a few weeks ago discussing an upcoming medical procedure. The man said his doctor told him, “We’ve performed this procedure on a dead person and it was successful.”
Had I been this man, I would have asked my doctor, “Was the person alive before the procedure was performed? Was death the desired outcome for the patient? Did the procedure somehow restore the dead to life?”
Home Federal Bank celebrates 100th Anniversary
Submitted by Staff on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:17In 1924, a handful of local businessmen founded Home Federal Bank with one goal in mind: Create more homeowners. Their belief was that homeowners stabilized and improved the community. In other words—they had a stake in the future of Knoxville. For over 100 years East Tennessee and Home Federal have grown together. And while Home Federal has grown from a relatively tiny $500,000 in assets to a bank boasting almost $3.5 billion, they have never outgrown East Tennessee.
1941 Chick Program in Union County
Submitted by Carol Pratt on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:09In the 1941 records of Union County Extensions, the 4-H programs began to expand into local schools. The inaugural 4-H Chick Program was launched in Union County, providing 50 chicks to seventeen 4-H students, who received a loan of $9.50 to cover the cost of the chicks and feed. The first Chick Sale took place in 1955, featuring 125 pullets that averaged $1.25 each.
Cheesy Asparagus
Submitted by Shirley McMurtrie on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 09:51Set oven rack about 6 inches from heat source. Arrange trimmed asparagus in a single layer in a baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness. Meanwhile, stir together bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon oil and crushed red pepper in a bowl. Cut the ball of fresh mozzarella cheese into 1/4 inch thick slices. Arrange slices over asparagus, overlapping as needed. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over cheese. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 1 minute more.
1st Annual Veterans Appreciation Day
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 13:22On November 9, the Saturday before Veterans Day, Union County Veterans, their family members and anyone who simply wants to show their appreciation for our Veterans will gather at Wilson Park from 11:00-3:00. The American Legion Post 212 will supply 8 smoked pork butts, the 33 Diner will provide chicken nuggets and mashed potatoes. Rounding out the menu will be the Veteran Day standby: hotdogs! And you can’t beat the price! It’s all free.
Avoid High Heels
Submitted by Dr. Darrell Johnson on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 11:48High-heeled shoes may be one way to make a fashion statement, but any chiropractor will tell you it’s a risky way. Excessive wear of high-heeled shoes puts not only a woman’s feet at risk, but also her knees, hips and back. And it’s not just chiropractors who bemoan the perils of the high heel. Podiatrists, doctors who specialize in treatment of the foot, also have long warned against them.
Heritage Quilt Show boasts array of winners
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 11:08The Union County Roy Acuff Museum was the place to be on October 5, 2024, during the Union County Heritage Festival if you wanted to view the exquisite handiwork of area quilters. Draped along the museum's upper floor were a spectrum of colors arranged and organized by Ellen Perry and Patricia Campbell. Among the 58 quilts were three antique quilts including a 103 years old hand made treasure and a vintage one quilted by the Amish. Ribbons were handmade to reflect the art of quilting and sewing. The judges bestowed these artistic awards to quilters in an assortment of categories.
Heritage Olympics winners announced
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Sun, 10/13/2024 - 09:50The Union County Heritage Festival Olympics delivered another exciting round of competition on October 5, 2024, with folks showing off their skills in a series of traditional contests. Sixty-five participants of all ages participated in the event. The event featured the Nail Driving Contest, Feed Bag Toss, and Skillet Toss, where winners emerged after intense battles for the top spots.
Nail Driving Contest
Haunted House
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Sun, 10/13/2024 - 08:52FLAGS
Submitted by Shirlee Grabko on Sat, 10/12/2024 - 18:18It’s all about respect. Many people are unaware of the protocol for the American flag. The United States Code is a consolidation of the general and permanent laws of the United States. It is prepared by the Office of the Law Revision Counsel of the United States House of Representatives. Concerning the American flag and showing respect for this flag, United States Code 4 states that the flag should “be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously”.
Heritage festival marked a perfect day to remember grandpa
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 09:58The 20th annual Union County Heritage Festival opened with a parade led by the UCHS JROTC, Band, and Choir on October 5, 2024. Following the chorus was a wild west covered wagon that is over 100 years old pulled by a couple of mules. Inside the wagon were Mayor Jason Bailey, Doily Parton, Grandpa Jack, and Cousin Jed, who welcomed the crowd of onlookers. The parade traveled down Wilson Lane to the Emily Link Gazebo where the JROTC presented the colors. The Veterans, the Scouts, and the attendees recited the pledge. The UCHS Band played and the UCHS Choir led the National Anthem.
HAM Radio Operators Coordinate Relief Efforts in North Carolina
Submitted by Staff on Wed, 10/09/2024 - 21:51In the wake of Hurricane Helene, amateur radio operators, also known as HAMs, are stepping up to coordinate relief efforts managed entirely by volunteers. Vicki Carnes of South Carolina, call sign AD3I, is running net control and leading the initiative, which has become a lifeline for extremely isolated areas affected by the disaster in neighboring North Carolina.
Opportunities to help in the Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief
Submitted by Shannon DeWitt on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 16:09In response to last week’s article on how to assist in the days immediately following the floods caused by Hurricane Helene, we’re sharing additional ways you can help the ongoing recovery efforts. As the floodwaters recede and the extent of the damage becomes clearer, both short-term and long-term support are crucial for affected communities.
Puffball Mushrooms and their fascinating history
Submitted by Shannon DeWitt on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 14:19Have you noticed little mushrooms popping up in yards this week? They seem to be everywhere lately! The rainfall from Hurricane Helene has certainly created ideal conditions here in Union County. This week, Union County Agriculture Extension Agent Shannon DeWitt identified a mushroom with a fascinating history: the Puffball mushroom. These large, white mushrooms, about the size of a basketball, were growing just along a tree line, characteristically in dead leaves.
Union County Heritage Festival Announces 2024 Exhibit Winners
Submitted by Abigail Thomas on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 14:08The Union County Heritage Festival showcased remarkable talent and skill from both youth and adult participants in this year's 4-H Youth and Adults Exhibits. The annual event featured a variety of categories, from sewing and needle art to canned goods and farm-fresh eggs. The Union County community came together to celebrate the hard work and creativity of its members.
Oatmeal Coconut Cookies
Submitted by Shirley McMurtrie on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 10:31The Impact of Electricity in 1946
Submitted by Carol Pratt on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 10:12In 1946, Agent Angie Fugate conducted demonstrations for members of the Homemakers Clubs, showcasing new electric stoves and cooking appliances, including pressure cookers. She explained how these appliances operated differently from traditional wood cook stoves. Fugate also taught techniques for freezing foods using the new electric freezers and demonstrated the use of electric sewing machines, which had replaced pedal-operated models. Additionally, she provided guidance on gardening, lawn beautification, and chicken care.
By the Seat of His Pants
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 20:52Heritage Festival Pie Baking Winners
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 14:07Carol Pratt of Union County FCE and Abby Thomas of UT Extension Union County announced the winners of the 2024 Union County Heritage Festival Pie Baking Contest. FCE Judges tasted and judged the overall appearance, the crust and the taste in addition to reviewing the recipe with each pie. Brittany Bowlin was named 2024 Grand Champion Pie Baker and received $100 for her Pecan Cream Pie.
Fall Colors and the Weather
Submitted by Steve Roark on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 14:03The autumn coloration of trees is always looked forward to with anticipation. The presence of numerous tree species (around 125 for us) having brilliant fall foliage is not common planet wide, as the only other places with a similar abundance of foliage colorations is northern China, Korea, and Japan. A common question this time of year is will the colors be good or not? The answer is meteorological.
Three Tips to Reduce Lower Back Pain for the Hybrid Worker: Part II
Submitted by Dr. Darrell Johnson on Mon, 10/07/2024 - 11:42Events
UCCC Under the Tree Distribution December 7
Submitted by Marilyn Toppins on Tue, 08/13/2024 - 09:00Treasurer Brooke Simpson, Chairperson Gina Gilbert, Chief Elf Carol Pratt, and a host of volunteers will be distributing toys and gifts from Under the Tree, a project of Union County Children's Charities, on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The big orange applications will be sent by the end of August to be returned before the end of September. Wish Trees will be set up on November 1 at Food City and surrounding businesses. As toys and gifts are donated, the elves will be bagging the them for the Saturday, December 7 Distribution Day.
Introduction to Disaster Relief and Specialized Classes – Knoxville (East TN)
Submitted by Shannon DeWitt on Tue, 10/08/2024 - 15:23November 9, 2024 – Grace Baptist Church, 7171 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN. To pre-register for this class, contact Cassie Williamson at cassie.williamson@gracebc.org with your names and classes desired.
Please pre-register by Monday, November 4, so that we can supply you with the proper training materials and/or lunch count on Saturday.
Social media content creation workshops offered
Submitted by Shannon DeWitt on Tue, 10/15/2024 - 15:27Direct farm marketers, value-added agriculture entrepreneurs and agritourism operators seeking to establish and grow their social media marketing efforts are encouraged to register for one of the upcoming Design to Strategy: Building Blocks for Social Media Content Creation workshop sessions.
This educational event offers an opportunity for direct farm marketers to participate in a hands-on activity utilizing computers and free content creation software to produce effective social media content for their farm businesses.
Birth of Maverick Bunch
Submitted by Brooke Cox on Thu, 10/17/2024 - 20:16Tim and I are excited to announce the birth of our grandson: Maverick Jace Bunch. He made his appearance six weeks early on August 21 of this year, weighing in at 5 pounds and 5 ounces. He will be the eighth generation to be raised on our family farm. His parents are Jordan and Sara Bunch. Grandparents are Rodney and Kathy Bunch and Tim and Brooke Cox. Great grandparents are Dick and Gail Bradley and Sue Cox.
Union County Board of Education Workshop and Meeting
Submitted by Ronnie Mincey on Wed, 10/23/2024 - 16:15Obituary
ida Bell Savage
Ida Bell Savage-age 81 of Luttrell passed away Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2024 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of First Apostolic Church, Knoxville. Preceded in death by husband, Lloyd Savage; parents, Major Lester and Edith (Davis) Jones; grandsons, Clayton Lloyd Miller and Steven Smyser; son-in-law, C. J. Miller; two sisters and three brothers.
Helen Mae Wolfenbarger
Helen Mae Wolfenbarger-age 80 of Luttrell passed away Friday morning, November 1, 2024 at her home. She was a member of Willow Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Luttrell. Preceded in death by husband, Floyd Wolfenbarger; parents, Charlie and Bertha Thomas; siblings, Ed, Bill, Earl, Georgia and Blanche.
Judy Ann Bailey
Judy A. Bailey-age 79 of Luttrell, died peacefully Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the home of her niece and caregiver, Michelle Strunk. She was a 25-year employee of Flowers by Bob. Preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Bailey; her parents, Fred and Mettie Dukes; sisters, Ilah Washam, Reba Herron, Nalda Slaughter; brothers, Ted Dukes, Roy Dukes.
Dorothy Louise Cummings
Dorothy Louise Cummings born on April 16, 1939, a resident of the Karns Community in Tennessee went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Dorothy was raised by her grandparents, Otha Taylor Stoffel and Matilda Jane Stoffel. Dorothy worked at and retired from Robert Shaw. She was married to Lionel “Jack” Cummings for 38 years. Dorothy loved her family and was always there for them. She was a devoted Christian and grandmother to numerous grand, great grand, and great great grandchildren.
Oralia De Leon Briano
Oralia De Leon Briano – age 63 of Strawberry Plains, went to be with the Lord Monday, October 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. She enjoyed walking, cooking, working in her garden and walking with her dog. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ana Lopez and Arnulfo De Leon; brother, Jose Luis De Leon.
She is survived by her husband, Ruben Briano; children, Dalila Leek (Josh), Ruben Briano (Emily), Cindy Briano (Tanh); grandchildren, Alexia Leek, Jacob Cao, Catherine Davenport, Sophia Briano, Ana Lucia Cao; three sisters and six brothers, many nieces and nephews.
Roy Glenn Williams, Sr.
Roy Glenn Williams, Sr-age 76 of Tater Valley in Washburn passed away surrounded by his family Monday, October 28, 2024, after a long illness, we believe to be ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Roy was a lifelong member of Mount Eager Baptist Church in Hogskin. Roy was a long-time employee of Magnavox in Jefferson City where he made many lifelong friendships. He loved his job and their monthly breakfast gatherings and reunions. Roy finished his work career with the Grainger County Highway Department where he forged many more lasting friendships.
Annie Louise Nicely
Annie Louise Nicely – age 82 of Maynardville, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024 at Tennova North Medical Center. Louise loved her garden and her family very much.
Berneice "Bea" Larmer Lee
Berneice (Bea) Larmer Lee-age 88 of Washburn passed away Friday morning, October 25, 2024 at The Willow Ridge Center, Maynardville. Bea was a member of Black Fox Primitive Baptist Church and a retired employee of Magnavox in Jefferson City. Preceded in death by husband, Delmer Gail Lee; parents, Oak and Carrie (Nicley) Larmer.
Survivors include many cousins with a host of friends and other relatives.
Angela Newman
Angela Dawn Newman - age 59 of Luttrell, passed away October 12, 2024. She loved spending time with family and friends, but most of all she enjoyed any time spent with her grandkids. Angela enjoyed being out at the lake fishing and spending time with her dog, Beauty. She will be greatly missed by many.
Larry Eugene Miller
Larry Eugene Miller, age 67 of Halls, TN, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Sacred Ground Hospice House after fighting a battle with cancer. He was born July 2, 1957 in Knoxville, TN to Ralph Miller and Mary Carmichael. He was a Halls High school graduate class of 1975. He worked most of his life, in jobs ranging from Mynatt Brothers to Cooks and Pioneer Pest Control.
He is proceeded in death by his parents; Ralph Miller and Mary Carmichael, and Caitlynn Carmichael.
Melissa Michelle Schubert
Melissa Michelle Schubert-age 54 of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at U. T. Medical Center unexpectedly after she lost her battle with cancer. She loved the Lord and had accepted Jesus as her savior. She was a very hard worker and loved being creative. She enjoyed painting, drawing and decorating. She was a free spirit and loved her children and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She has been rejoined with her son, Michael Conatser who passed away in 2022 and her baby brother, Michael.
Sandra Ann Muncey
Sandra Ann (Brown) Muncey-age 62 of Maynardville passed away Tuesday evening, October 15, 2024 at Willow Ridge. Preceded in death by her mother, Juanita (Asbury) Brown; father, Wayne Brown; brother, Tony Brown; sister, Mary Brown.
She is survived by her daughters, Cassandra Muncey of Mississippi, Jessica Nicley of Maynardville, Bridget Muncey of Maynardville; grandchildren, Christian Fox of Mississippi, Emily Erwin and Ashley Erwin of Chattanooga; brother, Donnie Brown of Maynardville and several nieces, nephews and a host of other family members and many friends.
Carlos Anton Dew
Carlos Anton Dew-age 51 passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Carlos loved spending time with his family and friends but loved most his two sons, Matthew and AJ. He was a voracious reader and always will be an Eagles fan. Preceded in death by his father, Larry Dew; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Dew.
Left to mourn his passing, his mother, Dinah Dew; sons, Matthew and AJ; brother, Matthew McMillan; close relatives, Cathy Nowak, Jodi Moore, Melissa King; close friend, Dylan Squires.
Ricky Lynn Fife
Ricky Lynn Fife-age 65 of Tazewell passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation. Preceded in death by his parents, J.M. and Billie Marian (King) Fife.
Left to mourn his passing, granddaughter, Christine Charlene Poole.
No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Kenneth George Hayes
Kenneth George Hayes-age 84 of Maynardville passed away peacefully Thursday, October 10, 2024, at his home. He was a member of Mountain View Church of God of the Union Assembly, Luttrell. Kenneth was retired from the U.S. Navy after 30 years of serving. He was the owner of Hayes Hollow Apiary. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Hayes; parents, George A. and Billie Virginia (Goss) Hayes; sister, JoAnn Human; brother-in-law, Leonard Ray Johnson.
Josie Rhea Rauhuff
Josie Rhea Rauhuff-age 15 of Corryton passed away suddenly October 8, 2024. She was born January 23, 2009 at UT Medical Center. She had the biggest heart and a dark sense of humor. She loved drawing, music, parkour, Lego’s, puzzles and playing with her dog Ceasar and cat Asher. There was never a dull moment with “Jo” around.
She is survived by her parents, Jerry and Lori Rauhuff; sisters, Kelsey Davis (David), Serena Buckner (Dillion), Abigail Rauhuff; nieces and nephews, Harper, Lincoln, Aria, Ryder; grandmother and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Aundra Dawnella Shoffner
Aundra Dawnella Shoffner-age 57 of Sharps Chapel passed way Tuesday morning, October 8, 2024, at her home. She was born April 7, 1967, at Oak Knoll Navel Hospital in Oakland, California and was a member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Sharps Chapel. Aundra was a former employee of D.T.R. in Tazewell. She was a graduate of Dixon High School, Jacksonville, North Carolina. Aundra was a loving and caring person who was hard working and had a great sense of humor.
Bill Howard
Bill Howard-age 87 of Tazewell, Tennessee, formerly of Luttrell was born in Ages, Harlan County, Kentucky and passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at LaFollette Medical Center. He was a member of the Tazewell Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. and Nannie Howard; and his wife, Lena Howard.
Bill served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged. By occupation Bill worked for the Phone Company, was a Coal Miner, and then worked for Straight Creek Boat Dock.
Betty Lou Nicley
Betty Lou “Speedy” Nicley – age 89 of Washburn, passed away October 8, 2024 peacefully at home. She was a member of Central View American Christian Church. She was cherished by so many and will be remembered for her love and kindness. Betty enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, camping, gardening, coloring and any sport involving her grandchildren.
Charlotte Elaine Daniels
Charlotte Elaine Daniels-age 73 of Sharps Chapel passed away Friday, October 4, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church in Sharps Chapel and she loved all of her church family. Graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1969. Preceded in death by parents, Bonder and Ruth (Lay) Daniels; sister, Jann Longmire.