Obituary for William R. Fox, Sr., “Bill”

 

William Robert Fox, Sr., “Bill,” passed away March 7, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Bill was born January 14, 1943 to Donald and Mary Pauline (Lynch) Fox, the youngest of their 8 children.

Bill is survived by his loving family: son, William R. Fox Jr. “Rob” and daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Ann (Kernica) Fox; son, Michael W. Fox; three adored grandchildren, Wesley Hatch, Arabella Rose, and Mavrick Tanner who were the light of his life; sisters, Freda (Fox) Mulloy and Shirley (Fox) Parker-Sheffield; brother-in-law, Donald Roth; and dozens of nieces, nephews, and beloved family and friends.

Bill was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Levern (Samples) Fox; beloved daughter-in-law, Melanie Dawn (Tackett) Fox; his parents, Donald and Mary Pauline (Lynch) Fox; in-laws, Wesley and Mary Elizabeth (Tippens) Samples; sister, Mary Jean and husband, Thomas Morgan; brother, Donald Fox; sister, Pauline (Fox) Roth; sister, Donna (Fox) and husband, John Wade; brother, James and wife, Connie (Roach) Fox; brothers-in-law, John Mulloy, Bud Parker, and Clyde Sheffield; sister-in-law, Sally Roth; brother-in-law, Wayne Samples and his wife, Pat; nephews, Danny Wade, Paul Fox, Mike Mulloy, and Brian Roth; and special great nephew, Jeff Dean.

Bill attended Catholic Schools in Knoxville, TN and enjoyed his many lasting friendships with his classmates throughout his life. Bill was a dedicated electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 760 for over 60 years. Following the family tradition, he became an apprentice in 1964 to top out as a journeyman wireman in 1969. During this time, he met and married his beautiful bride, Levern, and started his family. Over his career, he worked many jobs in the Eastern U.S. Bill would retire in January 2005. He would enjoy attending retiree lunches and meetings throughout his remaining years.

Bill was an avid gardener, as were many of his siblings. He could grow anything from a cutting and knew just about anything you ever needed to know about plants, flowers, and trees. He enjoyed his garden and sharing his knowledge with everyone.

Bill got along well with anyone he met and spent time with. He enjoyed cutting up with all on his patio over a drink. His cantankerous ways made him endearing and fun to sit and chat with. In his later years, his happiest times were spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. You never left time with him without a smile and a ton of laughs.

The family would like to give special thanks to Mobile Meals, PCM Staffing, and Amedysis Hospice. These loving people who came into his life to care for him became family to us all. They are invaluable to us. We would like to give a personal thank you to PCM nurses: Christy, Angel, Courtney, Gayle, Della, Debbie, Brandi, BJ, Ben, Jimmy, and Nicole, and hospice nurses: Kristin, Allison, and Brad. We could not have done any of this without all of you. Bill will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Family will receive friends at Click Funeral Home Middlebrook Chapel on Friday, March 15, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at All Saint’s Catholic Church, 620 N Cedar Bluff Rd, Knoxville, TN 37923 on Saturday, March 16, 2024 beginning at 10:00 a.m. Graveside service to follow at 12:00 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 1916 Martin Luther King Jr Ave., Knoxville, TN 37915.

2024-03-11T12:27:50-04:00March 11th, 2024|

Death of Local 760 Member — Ross A. MacBean

Ross Anderson MacBean (Celtic FC #1 fan) went to be with Lord on January 3, 2024.  There will be a celebration of life at Broadway Baptist Church, 815 N Broadway Street, Knoxville, TN 37917 on Sunday, January 14, 2024 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers the family request donations for travel expenses as they will be traveling to Scotland to spread Ross’s ashes.

2024-01-11T14:24:21-05:00January 11th, 2024|

Obituary for George T. McGill

George Thomas McGill, 84, of Kingston, Tennessee, peacefully went to his heavenly home on July 18, 2023, after a long and courageous battle against Alzheimer’s. He passed peacefully at his home surrounded by loving family and support.
George was born in Huntsville, TN on December 9, 1938. He was a graduate of Oak Ridge High School after which he enlisted in and faithfully served in the United States Navy for 4 years where he trained as an electrician’s mate. After being honorably discharged, He returned to Oak Ridge where he loyally served as an electrician for 30 years at ORNL. He was also a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 760. George was also the owner of McGill Electric where they performed local electrical and HVAC services for over 15 years.
George was known as a loving husband, father, and avid sportsman. He enjoyed fishing and was a devoted Tennessee Volunteers supporter and fan. George was a member of the Oak Ridge Boy’s Club where he coached for many years. He also was a member of Union Lodge 38 F & AM where he was a 32nd degree Mason. George served alongside his wife Sharon as the Worthy Patron and Matron of the Kingston Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. He was a faithful member of the Bethel Presbyterian Church in Kingston.
George is survived by his two sons, George Allen Scott with his wife, Elizabeth; Frederick Bryan with his wife, Jeanne; sisters, Betty Ford of Oak Ridge, Nancy Stephenson of Oak Ridge, Marion Smith of Oak Ridge, and Kathy Simmons of Oak Ridge; grandchildren, Jared McGill, Thomas McGill, Ashley Beaumia, and Logan Sproule; along with several great grandchildren.
George was preceded in death by his parents; Thomas and Reva McGill, of Oak Ridge; wife, Sharon Kaye Walton McGill of Oak Ridge; wife, Mary Lee Brackett McGill of Kingston; and brother, Richard McGill of Oak Ridge.
Visitation of friends will be held at Kyker Funeral Home in Kingston on Saturday, July 22, 2023, between 5 and 7 PM with services following, Pastor John Pryor officiating. Graveside service will be held with full military honors at the Oak Ridge Memorial Park on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at 2 PM. The family requests that any donations be made to East Tennessee Alzheimer’s Association. Kyker Funeral Home of Kingston is serving the McGill Family.

2023-07-21T15:01:43-04:00July 21st, 2023|

Obituary – Mitch McClung

 

Mitchell Lynn McClung, age 56, of Lenoir City, Tennessee, formerly of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away on July 10, 2023, at his home.

Mitch never met a stranger. His laugh was infectious, and he loved life. He always made you think he was sharing a special secret with you, and he was. He loved hunting and fishing and spent some of the happiest hours of his life on the lake of in a tree stand. He loved every sport and was a Tennessee Vols fan through and through. Mitch believed in living life to the fullest, and he never missed an opportunity to have a good time. He was loyal and dedicated for thirty-five years to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Working meant everything to him. He loved his family and time spent with them. You couldn’t be around him and not be laughing at something crazy and off the wall he had said. He was one of a kin d and will never be forgotten.

He was preceded in death by his dad: Beryl Richard McClung; his maternal grandparents: Homer and Lennie Stephens; parental grandparents: Add and Nancy McClung

Survivors include his wife: Lynette Anderson McClung, of Lenoir City, Formerly of Murphy North Carolina; mother: Winona McClung, of Sweetwater; brother: Mark (Lisa) McClung, of Madisonville; stepson: Matt (Brittany) McRae, of Murphy, North Carolina; stepdaughter: Erika McRae, of Andrews, North Carolina; several grandchildren and many special friends, who were with him until the end of his life here on Earth.

The family will receive friends at Kyker Funeral Homes, Sweetwater, on Thursday, July 13, 2023, from 5p.m. until 7p.m. with the funeral service to follow at 7p.m. with C.J. Sparks officiating. A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023, at 11p.m. in the Sweetwater Memorial Park

2023-07-11T14:25:40-04:00July 11th, 2023|

Rickey L. Jones — Completed Obituary

Rickey Leon Jones

JULY 7, 1960 – JUNE 16, 2023
Obituary of Rickey Leon Jones

IN THE CARE OF

Berry Highland South

Our dear Lord and Savior Jesus Christ called our beloved Rickey L. Jones to his heavenly home today, Friday, June 16, 2023.

Rickey was born July 7, 1960 to James and Wilma Jones whom were there to meet him as the gate of Heaven opened.

He was employed twenty four years with IBEW Local Union 760 as an electrician.

Rickey was a working man but loved spending time boating and fishing with his buddy Brett Michael.

He is survived by the love of his life Sandra B. Jones; son, Bradley (Megan) Jones, Brett Michael Jones of the home; grandchildren, Raleigh and Ellis Jones; and Travis W. Manis whom he loved as a son; sisters, Karen “Tottie” (J. Gordon) Dalton and Teresa (Fred) Wade; special aunts and uncles; Catherine Norton, Darryl ( Wanda) Valentine and Dennis (Rella) Jones; his adoring nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, P.J. Manis; sister-in-laws, Donna Call , Kathy Manis and Tammy Manis.

A special thank you to IBEW Janice and Flo, and to UT Hospice and our own special nurse Heather.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday June 21, 2023 at 3:00pm at Berry Highland South Cemetery, 160 E. Simpson Rd., Knoxville, TN 37920, in the Garden of Valor. Service will be officiated by Rev. Tommy Manis and Rev. Fred Wade. Pallbearers; best friend and IBEW brother Aaron Prince, Jr., Gordon Dalton, Joseph Dalton, Travis Manis, David Nelson, and Aaron Wade.

2023-06-20T13:52:36-04:00June 20th, 2023|

Obituary — Rickey L. Jones

Retired Member Rickey L. Jones passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023.  Below is the only information we have at this time, I will post additional information if it becomes available.

A graveside for Rickey will be tomorrow at 3pm in the Garden of Valor at Berry Highland South Cemetery  9010 E. Simpson Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920

2023-06-20T10:35:41-04:00June 20th, 2023|
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