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DUNSMORE, LEON E. - of Powell, entered God's presence on Friday, September 17, 2010. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Powell. Retired from Foote Mineral with more than 30 years of service. A World War II Veteran, he served in the U.S. Army in Germany. He was a member of Disabled American Veterans, and the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Preceded in death by first wife, Catherine Hicks Dunsmore; daughter, Kathy Crawford; brother, Roger Dunsmore. Survivors include his wife, Velma Dunsmore; his son, Dennis Dunsmore and wife, Sandra; daughter, Terri Lakin and husband, Steve; son-in-law, Larry Crawford; grandchildren, Denise Swain and husband Al, Lesli Crawford, Chad Crawford and wife Heather, Jeremy Crawford and wife Cheryl, Jonathan Lakin and wife Brooke, Jessica Michaels and husband Jeff; 6 great-grandchildren; brother, Rector Dunsmore; sisters, Vandella Smith, Geraldine Richardson, several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel, Monday, from 6 pm until the 8 pm Funeral Service, Pastor Phil Jones officiating. We will meet in Sherwood Memorial Gardens, Tuesday, at 10:45 am for 11 am interment service; Military Honors by East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Powell, 7706 Ewing Road, Powell, TN 37849. Arrangements by Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 2300 W. Adair Dr. 865-689-8888. Condolences may be offered at www.lynnhurstchapel.com.
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On behalf of the East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard, and the Tennessee Army National Guard, thank you for inviting us to serve your family in giving well-deserved Full Military Honors for our veteran brother, LEON E. DUNSMORE. It's because of him and people like him that we continue to be a free nation, one nation under God. God Bless, guide, and protect all of your family, in Jesus name, Amen.
Chaplain Craig Alleman, USAF
Commander, East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard
Craig Alleman
September 21, 2010
I thank God for for giving me the opportunity of knowing and working with Leon at Foote Mineral in New Johnsonville. I remember Leon as being dedicated and being a Christian. I know he will be missed. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Ronnie Smothers
September 21, 2010
Teri/Mrs. Dunsmore - Our prayers are with you during this time. We can rejoice to know that Mr. Dunsmore and our mother, Juanita, are in the loving arms of Lord right now. I know both mother and daddy thought a lot of Mr. Dunsmore.
Paul & Judy Trotter
September 20, 2010
We are thinking of you all and praying for God's peace and love for you during this time.
Greg,Denise&Ashley Edmonds
September 20, 2010
We are sorry to hear of Mr. Dunsmore's passing. He loved and served his God, his family, and his country with dedication, and now his Christian values live on through the lives of his children and their families. We thank God for Mr. Dunsmore's life and for the lasting legacy that he leaves. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Psalms 116:15
Marston & Becky Logan (Heather Logan Crawford's parents)
Marston & Becky Logan
September 20, 2010
We are thinking of you and your family. Mr. and Mrs. Dunsmore are near and dear to our hearts, and we will miss Mr. Dunsmore. He was a pleasure to work with.
Noell Lewis
September 20, 2010
Velma, I didn't have the opporunity to know Leon very well but have been blessed to know you. My prayers are with you now.
Jean Beam
September 20, 2010
Miss Me -- But Let Me Go
Unknown
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little--but not too long
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared,
Miss me--but let me go.
For this is a journey that we all must take
And each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss Me--But Let me Go!
Terri & Steve Jon & Brooke Jessica & Jeff
May the Lord give you peace & comfort mercy & grace to sustain you in the difficult days ahead. Anthony & I will keep you in our prayers.
Kim & Anthony Brewer
Kim & Anthony Brewer
September 20, 2010
Mrs. Velma I am sadden to hear of Mr. Dunsmore's passing. I pray you will be comforted by God's grace. I think of you and miss seeing you. You two are special people. I remember the first time I meet you. You all were so happy. Please call any time. I still have the same number. Much love. Jackie
Evangelist Jacquline McClellan
September 20, 2010
IN LOVING MEMORY OF A BELOVED FRIEND.EACH ONE OF LEON'S TWO CHILDREN; AND GRANDCHILDREN ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND HEART
LInda Green O'Dell
September 19, 2010
I have known Leon for many years..And, through all the years ,never have seen him waver in his daily walk with his LORD JESUS..He was known for his soft voice and kindness.His children are just like he was;loving and very caring..My thoughts and prayers are with Dennis and Terri,Steve,Sandra and Larry;and all his grandchildren.. He was one of a kind. So loved and respected by all who had the honor to know him.
Linda Green O'Dell
September 19, 2010
TO TERRI AND DENNIS, YOU BOTH KNOW HOW YOUR DAD WAS LIGHT TO SO MANY WHO KNEW HIM.HE NEVER WAVERED IN HIS FAITH AND HIS LIFE ALWAYS REVEALED THE LOVE OF HIS SAVIOR,JESUS CHRIST..I LOVED HIM AND CATHERINE.KNOWN THEM A VERY LONG TIME.CELEBRATE HIS LIFE FOR THAT IS WHAT HE WANTED YOU TO DO.HE HAS HEARD,"ENTER IN MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT". GREAT IS YOUR REWARD..MY LOVE IS WITH ALL OF YOU.
Linda Green O'Dell
September 19, 2010
Thinking about your family during your loss of Leon.
Vera Whited Hyatt, Thelma's daughter
Vera Whited Hyatt
September 19, 2010
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