Thelma King Maples

Thelma King Maples, age 83 of Pigeon Forge, died Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at her daughter’s home after a valiant battle with cancer. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pigeon Forge and a faithful child of God. Thelma was a friend to all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Clyde Maples; parents, A.V. and Lula King; son-in-law, Ed Harrell; sisters, Mae Reagan, Rhonda McCarthy, Blanche Byrd, and Fay Lewis. Survivors: Daughter: Judy Harrell Son and Daughter-in-law: Bill and Dot Maples Grandchildren and spouses: Pam and Carl Quinn Doug and Tammy Maples Ken and Leslie Maples Eddy and Julie Harrell Heather and Stan Gibson Tommy and Shannon Harrell Great Grandchildren: Andrew Quinn Allyson Quinn Anna Quinn Alex Quinn Daniel Maples Kenzi Maples Blake Maples Parker Maples Molly Harrell Spencer Harrell Annie Kate Gibson Nolan Gibson Sister: Lee McCarter Brothers: Glenn, Ray, Bob, A.J., and Melvin King Special Niece: Cay McManus Special Neighbor and Friend: Lucille Noland And a host of friends The family is especially grateful to special caregivers, Diana Raines and Amanda Eldridge. Funeral service 7 PM Thursday at First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge with Rev. Stan Gibson and Rev. Wayne Cook officiating. Interment 11 AM Friday in Smoky Mountain Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends 5-7 PM Thursday at First Baptist Church,Pigeon Forge. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice, Inc.—222 Heritage Boulevard—Newport, Tennessee 37821 or to First Baptist Church, Pigeon Forge Youth Programs—P.O. Box 98--Pigeon Forge,Tennessee 37868. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral home, Sevierville