George Black

BLACK, GEORGE W. age 83 of Knoxville, passed away on September 8, 2004 at St. Mary?s Hospital. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church of Halls. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in World War II and was retired, after 40 years of service as a Mechanical Craftsman, from Alcoa Aluminum. Preceded in death by grandson; David A. Hutton, II. Survived by loving wife of 63 years, Ruth Black; son, Bob Black and wife Brenda, Rev. Joe Black; daughter, Becky Hutton and husband Dave; 9 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday evening at 8 pm with Dr. Bruce Marston and Rev. John Justice officiating. Family and friends will meet at Greenwood Cemetery 2 pm Sunday for graveside services. Full Military Honors provided by East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard. Pallbearers; Rob Black, David Black, Dave Hutton, Craig Dutton, Ken Oakes, and Brent Seymour. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church or charity of your choice. Family will receive friends from 6 ? 8 Saturday at Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 2300 W. Adair Dr. www.lynnhurstchapel.com