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SMITH, Jennifer J’Neane
age 31, of Knoxville, left this earth to soar with the angels Monday, Dec. 27, 2004. Smith was of the Baptist faith. She was a graduate of Central High School and attended Carson Newman College. She was a survivor of kidney disease since April of 1989. J’Neane never allowed the disease to take away her love of life and the ability to always be able to overcome the medical road blocks she encountered. She received the gift of life from her father, James, June 20, 2002. She viewed that as her second birth and was blessed with two years without dialysis. This past year was a year of being happy, healthy and doing all the things she considered normal. She leaves behind, waiting their reunion, her mother, Virginia; father, James; beloved brothers, Adam and Anthony, whom she loved unconditionally; aunts and uncles, Harold and Flo Fry, whom she considered as her second mother, Sue and Frank McCarter, Joyce and Charles McMahan, Paul Smith, her precious granny Irene Smith; her special friend and sister of the heart, Donna Kathy Beard, who shared her life and her dreams and was with her when her spirit soared; Wesley Beard, who she referred to as her second dad; Susan and Greg Foreman, who gave her the special gift of sharing their angel babies with her and her love for Gracie and Garrett gives them their guardian angel forever; Radley Lockmiller, who was always there when she needed that special friend to share time; many cousins, including Tami Warren, who shared her childhood memories and her daughter Madison; all the children that touched her heart and numerous friends, that if life counts you rich with friendship. She was given unending friendship returned. White was preceded in life and met at the gate of eternal life by her uncle, William (Red) Greene, whose grandson, Darren, she cherished; special friend, Rudy Stinson, who life she celebrated and always kept in her heart. All of us, who had her in our lives, will miss our orange and white angel, but we will not forget to listen for her whisper in the wind, the changing of the leaves and the falling of the snow in the mountains of the home that she loved. The family received friends Thursday at the Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel followed by a Celebration of Life with the Rev. Frank McCarter officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to University of Maryland Transplant Center, or to the Children’s Hospital, 228 South Greene St., Baltimore, MD 21201 or to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, 2018 Clinch Ave., Knoxville, TN 37916. Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, 11915 Kingston Pike, served the Smith Family.
WHITE, Johnny Lee
age 55, of Knoxville, passed away Monday, Dec. 27, 2004, at Parkwest Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, James William and Sarah Arden White. He was a graduate of Farragut High School Class of 1967; a longtime coach and supporter of Bearden and Rocky Hill Baseball and a faithful member for 30 years of Concord Presbyterian Church. White’s “courageous” battle for many years with a liver disease and cancer was an inspiration to others. He never gave up and never lost his faith in God nor his enduring sense of humor, even when the end was near. He touched our lives and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife of 36 years and high school sweetheart, Robbie Phipps White of Knoxville; son, John “Kevin” White of Knoxville; sisters, Patricia White Walker and husband J.C. of Lenoir City, Ann White Thomas of Knoxville; brothers, David Meale White and wife Sandy of Knoxville, Robert Joe White and wife Barbara of Oak Ridge and Lewis Edward White and wife Opal of Lenoir City; special nephew, Rick Walker of Strasburg, Va.; special niece, Melissa Walker Vaughn and husband Randy of Lenoir City; many other nieces, nephews and many, many special friends. Special thanks to Dr. Dean Conley of Knoxville and Dr. David Raiford of Vanderbilt. The family received friends Thursday at the Highland Memorial Chapel with services following with the Rev. Kelly Negus officiating. Family and friends met at Highland Chapel Friday at Highland Memorial Cemetery for a graveside service. Pallbearers were Rick Walker, Lann Cordle, Cecil Anderson, Bill “Sonny” Grant, Rickey McCallum Jr. and Brett Gale. Honorary pallbearers were George Smith, Lloyd Delaney and Dean Jackson. Highland Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremations 588-0567.
NEFF, Barbara (Baboo) Brubaker
age 71, of Knoxville, died Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005, at her home. She was a lifetime member of First United Methodist Church of Knoxville where she was active with the Christian Forum Sunday School Class and United Methodist Women. She graduated from Knoxville High School in 1951 as a member of the last graduating class. She obtained her teaching certificate from the University of Tennessee. She was a 50-year member of Pi Beta Phi sorority, President of the Knoxville Alumni Club and advisor for years to the UT Gamma Chapter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert P. Neff Jr.; parents, William E. Brubaker and Evelyn White Brubaker; brother, David B. Brubaker. Survivors are children Herbert Preston. Neff III and wife, Beth, of Knoxville, Natalie Smith and husband, Keith, of San Antonio, Texas, Angela Jones and husband, Craig, of Ashville, N.C., David E. Neff and wife, Becky, of Springhill; Marci Neff of Knoxville; grandchildren, Amanda and Preston Neff of Knoxville, Brittany, Caitlin and Dawson Smith of San Antonio, Phillip Neeley of Maryville and Parker Neeley of Asheville, Christian and Jillian Neff of Springhill; great-granddaughter, Kayla Neeley of Seymour. Funeral service was 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel with the Rev. Mike Jackson and the Rev. Charles Hurlock officiating. Family and friends met at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, at Greenwood Cemetery for interment. Memorials may be made to: First United Methodist Church, 3316 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919; University of Tennessee Hospice, UT Medical Center, 1924 Alcoa Highway, Knoxville TN 37920; American Cancer Society, 871 Weisgarber Road, Knoxville, TN 37909. The family received friends 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
GALBREATH, Mary Farmer
died suddenly Friday, Jan. 28, 2005, at her Holston Hills home. This dedicated grandmother cherished her family and many friends. Special friends were the ladies in her “Bridge Club Group,” whose company she enjoyed before her death. Galbreath held her family as they hold her, in affection not to be separated in the parting. She graduated in 1952 from the College of Home Economics at the University of Tennessee, where she was a member of the Tri-Delta sorority. She was a native of Knoxville, member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church, former Girl Scout leader and a dear friend to many and she was always known for her hugs and kisses. Her mother and father, Retha and Blaine Farmer, brother, B. Jack Farmer and grandson, Jonathan Dickerson, preceded her in death. She is survived by her twin sister, Angie McCamy, who shares with her a warm bond, and sister-in-law and ball of fire, Anne McWhirter; daughters and sons-in-law, Jan and Jay Dickerson of Houston, Texas, Cindy and John Bryant of Knoxville, Julie and Kevin Roberts of Atlanta, Ga.; grandchildren, Mary Elizabeth and Brannon Dickerson, Amanda, Spenser and Carrie Bryant, who all treasure the impact “Mimi” made on their lives. Following a private interment at Greenwood Cemetery there was a service at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church with Dr. Richard Hawks and the Reverend Chuck Farmer officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 4904 Asheville Hwy, Knoxville TN 37914, or Young Life, 911 Mountcastle Street, Knoxville TN 37916, or charity of choice. The family received friends following the service at the church. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
KEY, Leah Mason
Passed away Monday, Jan. 24, 2005, at her Knoxville home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her faith in Christ, loving family, relatives and a host of wonderful friends helped her through her journey. Key attended the University of Tennessee where she was active in theatre. She was a member of the Knoxville Symphony League Board, Knoxville Museum of Art, Florence Crittenden Agency, Childhelp USA, the Heartland Investment Club, and Knoxville Herb Society. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension where she served on the Flower Guild. Her love and passion for flowers and flower arranging were gifts that she shared with others. She was a popular speaker at many garden clubs and was the flower designer for many civic and social events. Key was a fashion model for Miller’s Department Store for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Judge Buster and Ida Mason of Athens. She is survived by her husband, James C. Key, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne Key Evans and Dr. Stephen J. Evans; grandchildren, Katherine, William and Mason, all of Buffalo, N.Y.; sister, Mrs. Ray Arnwine of Niota; brother and sister-in-law, Junior and Mary Sue Mason of Madisonville; brothers, Hoover Mason of Cleveland and Calvin Mason of Atlanta, Ga; and many loving and caring nieces and nephews. Following a private committal, there was a memorial service 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension with the Rev. Ladson F. Mills III and the Rev. C. Alec Baron officiating. The family received friends following the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Childhelp South, 2505 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 or the Church of Ascension Music Fund, 800 Northshore Dr., Knoxville, TN 37919. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
COURTNEY, Dedrick Andrew (Andy)
age 38, of West Knoxville, died suddenly Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005. He was a member of First Baptist Church Concord and the Davis-Morris-Scott Sunday School Class. Courtney was president of Courtney Enterprises and former executive vice president and COO of Systems 81 Express, Inc. He was chairman of the Tennessee Trucking Association. Courtney was a graduate of the University of Tennessee where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He is survived by his wife, Stacy Nanney Courtney; children, Caroline, Claire, Conner and Chloe Courtney, all of Farragut; parents, I.D. and Phyllis Courtney of Morristown; sister and brother-in-law, Lesa and Scott Baker of Dandridge; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rex and Sondra Nanney of Lenoir City; sister-in-law, Kristin Nanney of Knoxville; niece, Isabelle Baker; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Service 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 31, at First Baptist Church of Concord with Dr. Doug Sager officiating. Pallbearers were Mario Azevedo, Mario Azevedo Jr., Dwaan Black, Mike Crider, Mike Houston, Mike Lasater, Bill Lawrimore, and Emmette Thompson. Family and friends met at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at Highland Memorial Cemetery for an interment service. The family requests that memorials be made to: the Mission of Hope, P.O. Box 22312, Knoxville TN 37933. Friends may call at their convenience at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
PIPKIN, Ruth J.
of Knoxville passed away Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005. Pipkin was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and a member of South Knoxville Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Eugene Pipkin; parents, Edgar and Pearl Judkins; brother, Cecil Judkins; sister, Vernon Emmitt. Survived by daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Donald Raines; son and daughter-in-law, David and Karen Pipkin; granddaughter, Lauren Raines; sister, Annie Sue McCoy; sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Gerald Stewart; brother-in-law, the Rev. William Emmitt; sister-in-law, Marion Merritt, and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff at NHC-Farragut for the care received by Pipkin. Family and friends met at 12 noon Saturday, Jan. 29, at Highland Memorial Cemetery for agraveside service with Dr. Jerald Russell officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fairview United Methodist Church, 2505 Old Niles Ferry Road, Maryville TN 37803. The family will received friends following the graveside service. Arrange-ments by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel.
