Itolene Heatherly George
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Itolene Heatherly George

  • June 2, 1920 - August 16, 2012
  • Maryville, Tennessee
  • Tennessee Council of the Blind
    313 Overridge Cove
    Hermitage, TN 37076
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“Aunt Itolene I remember all the fun times I had on the farm growing up. You will be missed. ”
1 of 4 | Posted by: Christene Lockwood Reid - Concord, NC

“Rachel and Bryan, I'm so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Aunt Lori ”
2 of 4 | Posted by: Lori Luther - Richland, MS - Aunt

“Aunt Itolene you were a special person when I grew up in Tennessee. I remember the many suppers we had at the farm in Blount County with Uncle Don,...Read More » ”
3 of 4 | Posted by: Bruce Newell - Middlesex, NJ

“Delores and Bob: So sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. We know she will leave an empty space that no one can fill. In many ways she will...Read More » ”
4 of 4 | Posted by: Charlie Kuykendall - Knoxville, TN


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Itolene Heatherly George age 92, of Maryville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 16, 2012, at her daughter's home. She was born in Campbell County, TN. She was one of seven children born to John H. and Louis (Dinwiddie) Heatherly. Her younger years were spent raising her four children on a farm in Blount County. Her later years were challenging due to her blindness but she always saw the beauty in family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Robert Don George, Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Delores Hummel and husband, Robert; sons Robert George, Jr. and wife, Dorinda; Ronnie George and wife, Robin; Bobby Lockwood and wife, Gloria. She leaves behind several well-loved grandchildren and wonderful great-grand children that brought her many happy memories. Her entire family was a great comfort to her. Gram was a special person that loved sharing her gum and butterscotch candies with all. She also leaves behind many friends, young and old, as well as loving nieces and nephews. A special thanks to Avalon Hospice and their caring staff including Lisa, Mary, Patti, and Stacey. Family will receive friends from 12:00 until 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Smith Trinity Chapel with a Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow immediately after the celebration service at Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Tennessee Council of the Blind, 313 Overridge Cove, Hermitage, TN 37076 or your favorite charity. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithMaryville.com.