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A2 Macon county tIMes, Thursday, May 21, 2020 Paxton Media Group USPS 324-320 Main phone: 615-561-1031 Address: 1100-A Scottsville Rd. Lafayette, Tennessee 37083 Postmaster: Send address changes to Macon County Times 1100-A Scottsville Rd. Lafayette, Tennessee 37083 The Macon County Times publishes every Thursday. The subscription rate is $30 per year (within county) or $40 per year (outside county), tax included. Prices are subject to change at any time.

TimesMACON COUNTY ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Rachel King countytimes.com SALES EXECUTIVE Chris Ladd countytimes.com PUBLISHER Mike Alexieff mike.alexieff@macon countytimes.com EDITOR Craig Harris countytimes.com OBITUARIES CORRECTION It was recently reported that Andrew Salyer was recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the oldest all-discipline collegiate honor society, and that he was initiated at Murray State University. Salyer actually attends Tennessee Tech University. We regret the error. Salyer is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter.

Only the top of seniors and 7.5% of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction. Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 under the leadership of undergraduate student Marcus L. Urann, who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society, one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines. The organization currently has chapters on more than 300 campuses in the United States and the Philippines.

James Edgar Parkes, 88, of the Winklers community in Macon County, passed away on May 12, 2020, at the Stonecrest Assisted Living facility in Lafayette. Private family services were conducted on May 18 from the chapel of Anderson Son Funeral Home in Red Boiling Springs, with Daniel Cook officiating. Interment followed in Bethany Cemetery with military honors by the United States Air Force Honor Guard. Honorary pallbearers were Charles Langford, Odell Langford, Bobby Morgan, Donnie Morgan, Steve Clayborne and Marty Coley. Active pallbearers were Mark Hudson, Mark Shirley, Mark Holder, Clayton Holder, Adrian Powell and Ray Hammer.

James Edgar was born on Aug. 11, 1931, in Macon County, the son of the late Tom and Minta Williams Parkes. On July 19, 1951, he married the former Bettie Sue Dotson, who survives. They shared almost 69 wonderful years together. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Marvin Hendricks, and brother-in-law, Gordon Gregory.

James Edgar was a farmer, served as Macon County Farm Bureau honorary director for more than 40 years, joined and became a member of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church in 1963, where he served as the church treasurer for more than 49 years. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. Survivors include: his wife, Bettie Sue Dotson Parkes of the Winklers community; daughter, Melanie Janie Hendricks of Cookeville; granddaughter, Amanda Hendricks of Cookeville; great-grand- daughter, Caitlin Dillon (and husband, Gaige) of Cookeville; great-great- grandson, Carter James Dillon of Cookeville; and a sister, Virginia Gregory of Lafayette. Arrangements were entrusted to the Anderson Son Funeral Home in Red Boiling Springs. James Edgar Parkes Paul Louis Wood, 85, of Fountain Run, Kentucky, passed away on May 13, 2020, at the Monroe County (Kentucky) Medical Center.

Paul was born in Monroe County on July 21, 1934, a son of the late Roy and Olene (Goad) Wood. He was married to Virginia Maxine (Brandon) Wood, who preceded him in death on June 22, 1983. Other than his wife and parents, Paul is preceded in death byL his step mother, Ethel Mae (Pedigo) Wood; brother, Kenneth Wood; daughter, Virginia Gayle Presley; son-in-law, Sandy Presley; grandson-in-law, Timmy Gulley. Due to the current situations, there will be a private funeral service with burial in White Oak Ridge Cemetery. Paul worked in farming and road construction.

His survivors include: two sons, Paul Louis Wood, Jr. (and wife June) of Red Boiling Springs; William Kevin Wood (and wife, Chris) of Lafayette; three daughters, Marla Wood (and companion Anthony Lettera) of Lafayette; Sonya Gann (and husband, Tim Gann) of Lafayette; Angie Morgan (and husband, Ronnie Morgan) of Red Boiling Springs; 12 grandchildren; and 24 great grandchildren. Also surviving are: two brothers, Bobby Wood of Gamaliel, Kentucky, Jackie Wood, of LaVergne; and two sisters, Lavern Cain of Red Boiling Springs and Estell Veatch of Franklin. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to be made to White Oak Ridge Cemetery. Donations may be mailed to Fountain Run Funeral Home, P.O.

Box 67, Fountain Run, Kentucky, 42133. Paul Louis Wood Sr. Paul William Filson was born on Oct. 10, 1951, in Lafayette to the late Earl Filson and Lucille Likens Filson. Along with his parents, Paul was also preceded in death by his brother, David Filson.

Paul married Brenda McCall on April 24, 1971. They were blessed with more than 49 years of marriage. Paul was saved as a young boy and attended New Beginnings Church of God. He was employed as a truck driver for Trimac and Superior Transport and retired in 2017 after 34 years of dedicated service. On Thursday, May 14, 2020, at the age of 68, Paul was called to his Heavenly home.

He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Paul is survived by: his wife, Brenda Filson; daughter, Tina Carey; son, Tim Case (and wife, Kellye); daughter, Sherry Smith (and husband, Jackie); grandchildren, Cory Case (and wife, Stacie), Russel Carey, Justin Smith (and wife, Savannah), Kaylee Case, Kara Case; great-grand- children, Tyson Case, Brylee Case, Korbin Case, Porter Case; niece, Annette Jones (and husband, Joel); and great nieces, Tiara Jones and Taylor Jones. Funeral services were conducted on May 16 from the chapel of Alexander Funeral Home, with Landy Presley and Billy Jones officiating. Interment followed in Macon County Memorial Gardens. Alexander Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Paul William Filson Willie Ray, was born on Nov. 20, 1947, and passed from this life on May 14, 2020, at the age of 72. He was one of four children born to the late Willie U. Ray and Evelle Kelly Ray. On Jan.

1, 1970, Willie married the love of his life and best friend, Judy Estelle Smith. They were blessed with three sons and more than 47 years together before her passing on Feb. 2, 2017. Along with his parents and lovely wife, Willie was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Cox. Willie was of the Baptist belief.

He was a retired tuck driver. Willie loved watching NASCAR races and car auctions. His presence will definitely be missed by his family and friends. Willie Ray, is survived by: his sons, Willie Ray, Jr. (and wife, Angie); Adam Ray (and wife, Jaimie); Barry Ray; sister, Patty Waltz (and husband, Larry); and a brother, Ricky Ray (and wife, Crystal).

Ten Grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted on May 17 from the chapel of Alexander Funeral Home, with Brad Whittemore officiating. Interment followed in Walton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jamie Cox, Alphe Cox, Kirby Vinson, Josh Ray, Cody Ray and Dillan Ray. Alexander Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Willie Ray Sr. Mary Susan Summers Mauritz, 79, of Hartsville, passed away on May 14, 2020, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by: her parents, Lewis and Rosia Summers; a sister, Mable Alice Willis; and a brother, Herman Templeton. Mary is survived by: a daughter, Melissa (Mike) Lankford of Gallatin; two grandchildren, Michael Lankford of Hartsville, Diana Lankford of Gallatin; two brothers, Dean (Dorothy) Summers of Hartsville, Randall (Judy) Summers of Hartsville; sister-in-law, Carol Templeton of Goodletsville; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held in the chapel of Anthony Funeral Home on Monday morning and were conducted by James Bell.

Pallbearers were Michael Lankford, Randy Summers, Brandon Allen, Austin Rosen, Jimmy Love and Marty Summers. Interment was held in Green Grove Cemetery. Anthony Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Mary Susan Summers Mauritz Martha Lee King Brown, 90, of Lafayette and formerly of Cookeville, passed away on April 28 at her residence. Graveside services were conducted on April 30 at from Turkeytown Cemetery in Hilham, with Debby Holland officiating.

Interment immediately followed. Anderson Son Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Martha Lee King Brown Rayburn Wayne Cothron, 79, of the Old Bottom community, passed away on May 13. Funeral services were conducted on May 15 from the chapel of Alexander Funeral Home, with Jason Goad officiating. Interment followed in Nelson McDonald Cemetery.

Rayburn Wayne Cothron Dwayne Marsh, 77, of Fountain Run, Kentucky, passed away on May 14. Graveside services were conducted on May 17 from Akersville Cemetery, with Jeremy Yokley officiating. Interment followed. Dwayne Marsh Kites rise against the wind, not with Winston the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the Bruce Lee everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with Henry Ford people are made by opposition, like kites that go against the Frank Harris pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the William Arthur Ward Why does it seem almost everything in life is difficult? We all have our crosses to bear and the load can be quite heavy at times. The storms of life, with its mighty winds, beat heavily upon us.

The emotional, physical and spiritual drain upon our being, over time, truly takes its toll. While a periodic for soul care is essential for our well-being, we also realize that leaders must keep pressing the to achieve the goals laid before them. Quitting, melting down or backing up is not an option. Should we expect the journey to be easy? unrealistic, especially if a goal setter, a visionary and winner. There will always be problems in our lives and career.

Expect it, embrace it, experience it, eliminate it. While we may have seasons of blessing, there will also be seasons of draught and barrenness. Hurricane season comes and goes. But rarely will it become easier, especially once the milestone is achieved with the next one on the horizon. The winner keeps pressing, keeps climbing and keeps battling, against the wind.

From our (aforementioned) IMPACThought quotes, we glean that we rise in our potential when pressing against the wind. We must be flexible in the most turbulent storm. Opposition builds character and perseverance. Finally in a very pragmatic way adjust our sails. weather the storm.

hunker down, if we must, but let us rise again and face the wind. Have a great week and remember God loves you. Reach Jon Shonebarger at be opposed to opposition JON SHONEBARGER to hide something, and Hestand asked them if they had a gun in their posses- sion, with both replying that they did not. However, Woodard saw that St. Clair had a gun on his side.

Then, St. Clair locked the truck door and attempted to drive away. Hestand was able to place the truck in park, and Wood- ard opened the passenger door and removed Norris. Woodard and Hestand were also able to gain possession of the gun on St. side, with Hestand placing the gun on the floor of the truck, which was uninsured.

Both individuals were taken into custody, and Sells found drug paraphernalia and brass knuckles, which they attempted to hide from the officers. St. Clair is charged with aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct, unlawful posses- sion of a weapon, resisting arrest, a financial responsi- bility violation, filing a false report and possession of drug paraphernalia. Norris is charged with aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, disorderly conduct, unlawful posses- sion of a weapon, resisting arrest, a financial responsi- bility violation, filing a false report and possession of drug paraphernalia. Their court date is slated for June 17.

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