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George Bertram Jr., 55
January 17, 1971 – October 15, 2026
George Spencer Bertram Jr., age 55, departed this life on Oct. 15, 2026.
LIFE
Born Jan. 17, 1971, George was the son of George Bertram Sr. and Wilma Goad Bertram.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: George Bertram Sr. and Wilma Goad Bertram.
• Brother: David Bertram.
SURVIVORS
• Wife: Kristel “Renee” Bertram.
• Daughter: Allison Byrd and husband William.
• Son: James Human and wife Jesse.
• Grandchildren: Spencer Byrd, Astrid Byrd, Rhilyn Human, Aleah Human, Zoey Human, and Karmyn Human.
• Sisters: Peggy Claiborne and husband Larry, Bridget Moore and husband Terry, and Tammy Herrmann.
• Half-sister: Beverly Bertram Hoover.
SERVICES
George’s wishes were to be cremated. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Four Oaks Funeral Home.
Marie Blevins, 91
February 9, 1935 – October 15, 2026
Mayme “Marie” Blevins, age 91, passed away Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.
LIFE
Born Feb. 9, 1935, in Pomeroyton, Ky., Marie was the daughter of Albert and Ethel Mullins Collinsworth. Throughout her life, she was known for her strong work ethic and dedicated public service. She spent many years working in the insurance industry and served 10 years as registrar at the courthouse in Huntsville. She was a vibrant, beautiful, and friendly person who brought joy to everyone around her. She had a passion for traveling, gardening, and nurturing colorful flowers. An avid reader, she also found great pleasure in collecting cookbooks and exploring new recipes. Above all, Marie was dearly loved by all her family and friends, leaving behind cherished memories that will be held close forever.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: Albert and Ethel Mullins Collinsworth.
• Husband: Homer Blevins.
• Siblings: One sister and nine brothers.
SURVIVORS
• Sister: Pauline Nickell.
• Brother-in-law: Harold Blevins and wife Diane.
SERVICES
Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, at Hazel Valley Memorial Cemetery, with Bro. Jamie Duvall officiating.
Arrangements by Jones & Son Funeral Home.
Judy Matthews, 83
Oneida
June 28, 1943 – October 17, 2026
Judith Ann “Judy” Phillips Matthews, age 83, of Oneida, passed away Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at her home.
LIFE
Born June 28, 1943, Judy was the daughter of Dewey and Grace Newport Phillips.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Parents: Dewey and Grace Newport Phillips.
• Husband: Allen D. Matthews.
• Son: John Matthews.
• Sisters: Gladys Puckett and infant Nancy Phillips.
• Brother: Tony Phillips.
SURVIVORS
• Daughter: Heather Hines and husband Greg.
• Grandchildren: Ava, Brittanie, and Dillon Hines.
• Brothers: Fred K. Phillips, and Ron Phillips and wife Laura.
• Sister: Linda Cecil.
SERVICES
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Marcum-Kidd Cemetery, with Dr. Sean Lee officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mission Trips at First Baptist Church of Oneida, 201 S. Main St., Oneida, TN 37841.
Arrangements by Jones & Son Funeral Home.
Pauline Terry, 91
Clinton, Ind.
June 23, 1935 – October 17, 2026
Pauline Terry, age 91, of Clinton, Ind., passed away Oct. 17, 2026.
LIFE
Born June 23, 1935, in Oneida, Pauline was the daughter of Frank and Marie Ellen Marcum. She spent much of her youth in and around the mountains of what is now the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, a place she always considered home. She married Grover Terry on Dec. 29, 1952, and graduated from Oneida High School in 1954. Grover worked for Muncie Tree Service, and the two traveled across Indiana for his job. One of those jobs brought them through Clinton, and they liked the town so much that when it came time for their son to be born, they decided to make it their permanent home. Pauline went on to graduate from Harold’s Beauty Academy and opened Pauline’s Beauty Shop in her home. She loved doing hair and treasured the friendships she built with the people who sat in her chair. Many people have fond memories of holding her grandsons while they talked in her shop.
Pauline was a longtime member of Clinton First Baptist Church. She loved to bowl and belonged to several leagues around town. She was also a familiar helper in the community, working the election polls, pitching in at fish fries, and serving food at community dinners. Pauline was a familiar face in the stands at South Vermillion sporting events, watching the teams her son Tim coached and her grandsons played on. Above all, she will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. She will be missed beyond words, but her family finds peace in knowing she and Grover are together again in Heaven.
PRECEDED IN DEATH
• Husband: Grover Terry.
• Parents: Frank and Marie Ellen Marcum.
• Parents-in-law: Segal and Nova Terry.
• Sisters-in-law: Maxine Terry and husband Leslie, Judith Smith and husband Osmond, Velma Caldwell and husband Howard, Vera Jean Hancock and husband Larry, Leda Faye Burress, and Justeen Phillips.
• Brother-in-law: Tom Duncan.
SURVIVORS
• Son: Tim Terry and wife Kim.
• Grandsons: T.J. Terry, Canton Terry and wife Callie, Cooper Terry and wife Corabelle, and Easton Terry.
• Great-grandchildren: Constance Nova Terry, Jack Brantiff Terry, and Cooper Jeffrey Terry.
• Siblings: Charlene Duncan, Joe Marcum and wife Mary, and Edith Lovett and husband Sonny.
• Brother-in-law: Fred Phillips.
SERVICES
• Visitation: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Giovanini Funeral Home in Clinton, Ind.
• Funeral: To follow at 6 p.m., with Pastor Don Rissler officiating.
• Burial: 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at Leatherwood Cemetery in Oneida.
Arrangements by Jones & Son Funeral Home.
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