Linda Faye Griffey Cole
Linda Faye Griffey Cole, 71, died Monday, April 15, at Johnston Memorial Hospital, Abingdon.
Cole was a loving and caring mother, sister, maw-maw, nana, granny, aunt and friend. She worked as an assembly line worker with Merillat for 10 years. When she wasn’t working her favorite past time included crocheting, cooking her kids’ favorite meals (chicken casserole, macaroni and cheese, meatloaf and zucchini bread) and being a part of her motorcycle loving family. T
She was preceded in death by her parents, William & Nina Griffey; sister, Betty Shupe.
Cole is survived by her daughters Stephanie Cole (Eric Scott Moore), Tamara Cole (Thomas Wyatt) and Teresa Blackbird (Woody Blackbird); sons, Michael Umbarger(Cindy) and Chris Cole (Christy Plumley); sister, Donna Lawrence (Darrel); brothers, Bill Griffey, Bobby Griffey, Clarence Griffey (Barbara), Herman Griffey(Kim), Tom Griffey (Dicey) and Jessie Griffey (Faye); 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Mary Wyatt and Jamie Wyatt; and fur baby, Harley Sinister Moore.
In keeping with Linda’s wishes, there will be no public services.
To share memories of Linda Faye Griffey Cole, please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Linda has been entrusted to Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Funeral Service, 237 East Main Street, Marion.
Roy Daniel Sanderson, known as Dan to his fellow Alabamians, “Big Orange” to his trucking buddies, and “Roy Boy” to his wife, died April 15, 2024.
Sanderson was born Dec. 6, 1939 in Florence, Alabama to Thomas and Venola Hendon Sanderson—the youngest of eight sons. He lived in Cincinnati, Ohio; Ringgold, Georgia; Chattanooga, Tennessee, and finally made his home in Marion. Sanderson held his Sweet Home Alabama forever in his heart.
Over his life, he had several hobbies, starting with playing baseball in high school. He spent many years RVing with his wife, visiting all 50 states, Canada, and Australia. He never met a stranger in any campground—he loved to walk and talk! He played a mean Skee-ball game, winning hordes of prizes for his grandchildren. Roy was an avid collector of all things! From any model truck to Energizer Bunny ears…if you needed it, he could find it in his wares. He couldn’t be stumped! Sanderson loved “stuff”! He thrived on swapping and trading—once profiting by selling a bucket of dirt!
Sanderson began driving a semi-truck at the age of 19, and was instrumental in forming a unionized workplace, which ensured better compensation and protections for his co-workers. He was presented with the Mack Million Mile Club award for his ability as a professional truck driver; his road courtesy; attention to safety and his loyalty to Mack Trucks. He drove millions of miles—the equivalent of 40 times around the world! In true Smokey and the Bandit fashion, he and a buddy once parked their trucks, slipped through the woods to where a cop lay in wait for speeding truckers. They tethered his bumper to a tree, retrieved their trucks, and sped by for what turned out to be a short-lived chase for Smokey!
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by: his brothers Marvin, Frank, Lawrence, Julius, Charles, Robert, and Ray Samuel (his infant twin); his stepson, Shane D. Keith, and step-grandson, Richard Zane Blevins.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Tilson Sanderson; children, Roger, Bruce, Belinda, and Danny Ray Sanderson; grandchildren, Dougie, Shaun, Randy, Destiny, Emily, Cali, Isaiah, and Brooke Ann Sanderson, Pashence Sanderson Myers, and Jaime Sanderson Lamb; brothers-in-law, David, John D., and Darrell Tilson; sisters-in-law, Marcia Tilson, Lavina Gass, and Lois Tilson; stepsons, Rick (Mariann) Blevins and Jeff (April) Blevins; step-grandchildren, Callie Piplico, J. Mellinger, Ethan, Cameron, and Nolan Blevins; several great-grandchildren; step-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and special nephews, Mike Strickland and Josh Gass.
The family will receive friends Saturday, April 20, from 10 until 11 a.m. at Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Chapel. A service to celebrate his life will follow at 11 a.m. with Blake Frazier officiating.
Sanderson attended church at Rowland Creek Brethren Church as long as he was able. If anyone wishes to make a donation to his church in lieu of flowers, it would be greatly appreciated.
To share memories of Roy “Dan” Sanderson please visit www.seaverbrown.com. Care for Roy has been entrusted to Fraziers’ Seaver-Brown Funeral Service, 237 East Main Street, Marion.
John Floyd Thomas Jr.
John Floyd Thomas Jr., 56, died April 14, 2024, at Johnston Memorial Hospital.
Born on April 29, 1967, in Olney, Maryland, he leaves behind a legacy of kindness and selflessness. Thomas’ free spirit guided him through life’s journey, touching the hearts of all who knew him. For several years, he dedicated himself to working grounds maintenance on golf courses. Throughout his life he also enjoyed playing golf. He always enjoyed to fish and spend time outdoors. But most importantly, he was a Christian, a loving son, and loving brother.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Patsy Thomas; and his grandparents.
Left to cherish his memory is his father, John Floyd Thomas Sr.; his brother, Tim Thomas; special cousins, Jerry Cannon Jr. and Karen Lou Holmes; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A celebration of life service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 18, at Henderson Funeral Home with the Rev. Daniel Garrett officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 1 until 2 p.m. prior to the service.
Online condolences may be expressed at drhendersonfuneralhome.com. The D.R. Henderson Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John Floyd Thomas, Jr.
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