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STEPHEN BADGETT Obituary

BADGETT, STEPHEN RANCE, SR. - age 79, of Knoxville, passed away at his home on November 5, 2014. He was a member of New Hope Presbyterian Church, served on the Knox County Co-Op Board for 18 years and on the Knox County Livestock Board for 10 years, and retired from KUB in the gas department after 27 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents R.N. and Esther Smith Badgett. Survivors include: wife of 58 years Isabella "Van" Pearce Badgett; children: Stephen Rance (Kathy) Badgett, Jr., Marty (fiancé Charlie Dunlap) Badgett Chaney, Kathy (Anthony) Badgett Lankford, and Robert Rhea Badgett; grandchildren: Sam (Misty) Chaney, Drew (Holli) Hatmaker, Katie (Paul) Davis, Emily (Byron) Franklin, Bryan Badgett, Vanessa Badgett, Lydia Badgett, and Robby Badgett; great-grandsons: Adam Chaney and Knox Hatmaker; and a host of friends. The family will receive friends on Friday November 7th from 4:00-8:00 PM at Weaver Funeral Home, with the funeral service to follow at 8:00 PM, with Rev. Dr. Albert Pierson officiating. Family and friends will meet on Saturday at 11:00 AM for the graveside service at Rocky Hill Cemetery, Northshore Dr. Serving as pallbearers will be: Tom Howard, Wayne Sweet, Terrell Kerr, Tom Christenberry, Mike Burbrink, and John Crawford. Honorary pallbearers will be: Francis Delk, Fred Ludwig, the Knoxville Boat Club, Benard St. Retirees, Knox county Co-Op Board, and the Knox County Livestock Board. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation for your condolences and prayers through this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: New Hope Presbyterian Church 1705 Merchant Dr. Knoxville, TN 37912, the Knox County 4-H - City County Building Suite 560, or to the charity of your choice. Online guestbook is available at www.weaverfuneralservices.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2014.

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Julie Arnheim

October 22, 2015

I am so sorry to learn so late of Steve's passing. I feel truly happy that I was able to meet and learn to love him late in lifeand I think that he returned my affection. My thoughts are with you, Van, and your family. Love you, my longtime friend. Julie

Melanie Prater

December 4, 2014

Not many people have touched so many lives like Steve had. He was a wonderful friend and a wonderful person to have known. I am so sorry for your families loss. May my friendship be there to comfort you should you need it. Melanie Prater

SONNY MAY

December 3, 2014

as kids we used tu work together on the farms.he lived at byington farm and i at the badgett rd. farmmostlycuthaul and put up hay n the loft.good times

Randy & Michelle Price

November 19, 2014

So sorry to hear about Mr Badgett.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 18, 2014

We send our deepest sympathy to you, Van, & all your precious family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you across the miles from MI to TN.

with love, Bud & Ginny

November 14, 2014

I did not know Steve very long,but he was a car guy and love to hear his stories

Mike Madden

November 14, 2014

Van, me and Marty just found out about Steve ,our hearts go out to you for your loss. Steve was an awesome guy he will be missed!
Marty & Sherrie
Black

November 11, 2014

Van, I'm so sorry. Carl and I thought a lot of Steve. He always looked forward to our hs reunions. We'll surely miss him. Jeanne Ferrill

Robert and Sherleen Cardwell

November 10, 2014

Van,we are sorry for your loss. We have known Steve and his parents since our childhood.We are both in bad health and could not come to the funeral. Please know we are thinking of you .
Robert and Sherleen Cardwell

Paul&Georgie England

November 8, 2014

Good man gone to soon,sure going to miss seeing Steve at the lot and stoppingand talking for ever.

Dan Goleach

November 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you Van, and your family. So sad to hear about Steve.
Dan "The Mailman"

Sweet Trucking (Gary & Wayne Sweet)

November 8, 2014

Van & Family, We are really gonna miss Steve stopping in at the office to get warm, get in oil checked, air up his tires,& little things like that. I'm so glad that I had the privilege to do these little things for Steve. He would sometimes come spend hours talking with Dad and I. Steve & Van has sure been good to us over the last 14 years. Steve will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and Prayers are with the whole Badgett family.

pamela guy

November 8, 2014

Words can't express the sorrow I felt when I heard about Steven's passing, he was a great man and will be truly missed prayers be with his wife and family may God wrap his arms around you in this time of grief and sorrow God bless each and everyone of you.

November 7, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to your family - cherish the wonderful memories.
Junior & Charlotte Smith

November 7, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Cleve Keasler

The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home

November 8, 2014

With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sita Pearce, Ryan & Jacob Walker

November 7, 2014

Our deepest love, thoughts, and prayers to the entire Badgett family during this time. Uncle Steve will be greatly missed, especially his laugh and smile. Hugs to you all and wish we could give them to you in person.

Bobby Spradlin

November 7, 2014

Van and Family,
It saddens me to hear about Steve,but I know he is in a better place now. I have greatly enjoyed having the Badgett Family as friends for a number of years.The Badgett family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

November 7, 2014

So sorry to here of Steve's passing. We sure will miss his many visits to Salvage Lumber Co. where he would frequently express his " intellectual view point". Enjoyed many conversations/debates with Steve.he was a good friend to us. Prayers to you and the rest of his family. May GOD heal your broken heart. Bo Armstrong

Trina Robinette

November 7, 2014

Just wanted to let you know your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love your family at CMS

Élvis Snellings

November 7, 2014

Van and family I am so sorry to hear of Stephens passing. I always thought of him as a good friend even if I didn't get to see him very often. Just want you and you family to know we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.


Elvis & Phyliss Snellings(Lake City, Tn)

Rosalind Woodard

November 7, 2014

The whole Badgett Family was synonymous with 4-H every since my involvement over 40 years ago. Whatever was needed, the Badgetts was happy to help with the solution. We will miss Steven's helping spirit, the kind smile sense of humor and practical words of advice. Many condolences to the Badgett Family.

Debbie Kirby

November 7, 2014

Van and family,
I am so saddened to learn of Steve's passing. He was always so kind to me.
He and I always talked about the boat racing days of long ago. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ben & Evelyn Goode

November 7, 2014

Van you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We have been friends for a long time and will surely miss him.

A+ AUTO SALES

November 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Knoxville Fire Dept Engine 17

November 7, 2014

He was a great guy. We'll miss him coming by the station.

Roberto and Laura Martinez-Sanchez

November 7, 2014

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of such a good man. Our thoughts and prayers go out for the entire Badgett family.

November 7, 2014

Your families are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the many good memories quickly fill this void in your hearts.

Mark, Nancy, Abby & Magen Shedden

Mildred DeBusk

November 7, 2014

Van and family, I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I am unable to come to the funeral home but wish to let you know I will be thinking of you. Mildred Debusk

Bill and Pat Herron

November 7, 2014

Steve will be missed by so many...he was a good man and we feel privileged to have been able to call him our friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family during this time. We love this family!

Steve Lewis

November 7, 2014

Dear Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Steve & Darlene

terry and sandra couch

November 7, 2014

Steve will be missed by all the people that knew him. He was a friend for many years.Prayers and thoughts for the family at this time.

Buddy boone

November 7, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss. Buddy & Beverly Waynesville NC

November 7, 2014

Sorry for your loss , I barely knew him but was friends from afar (Rock-Tenn)
Boyd Gregory

Cynthia Conner

November 7, 2014

You all are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. Let your memories bring you comfort. Steve was a wonderful friend to our family. He will be missed.

John Tillett

November 7, 2014

Marty, John and Cindy are thinking of you and sending prayers your way.

Mike, Lea Ann & Hannah Smith

November 6, 2014

Your families are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go though this very difficult time. Steve was a wonderful person and he touched so many people's lives that he will be missed by so many people. He was definitely one of the good ones. It was such a pleasure to have known him.

Stephen Hancock

November 6, 2014

We offer our deepest sympathy to the family. Steve was a great man and he had a big influence on our lives. He will be sadly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Tim and Nancy Kirkland

November 6, 2014

We are so very sorry, our hearts go out to you all and we will keep you all in our prayers. We have enjoyed knowing Steve, he has always been someone we loved to see and visit with. We will never forget him.

Sarah Vaden

November 6, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. The whole Badgett family has been a large part of my life and he will truly be missed.

Ronnie Franklin

November 6, 2014

We are so sorry for your lose and your family is in our thoughts and prayers

Jeff & Jackie Wolf

November 6, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs

Jimmie & Jamie Irons

November 6, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our continued thoughts and prayers.

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