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Barbara Knisley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2010.

Barbara Ann Knisley BRISTOL, Tenn. Barbara Ann Knisley, age 73, passed away Jan. 1, 2010, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born Feb. 18, 1936, in Johnson City, Tenn., a daughter of the late Hugh and Nell Shell McMackin. She has lived in the Bristol area for the past 20 years and was a member of Whitley City Church of God. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Knisley; and two brothers, Garry Lynn McMackin and Larry Hugh McMackin. Survivors include: daughters, Betsy A. Moore of Bristol, Suzie Turner of Ohio and Becky Knisley of Ohio; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Blankenship; brother, Mike McMackin; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your preferred charity. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

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January 25, 2010

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Kimberly Hollonsyde

January 25, 2010

Mrs. Knisley will truly be missed. She was a wonderful lady, with all her stories.

Niles Kitzmiller

January 5, 2010

Sorry to learn of Barbara's passing.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayer.

Elizabeth Winegar Hardin

January 4, 2010

Dear Betsy, Suzie & Becky,
I have so many fond memories of your parents and the fun summer afternoons I spent at your home in Pine Knot. You mother was always so gracious and hospitable and such a nice lady. I'm very sorry for your loss. Please know that your old Job Corp playmate is thinking of you and wishing you peace, comfort and good memories of Barbara to see your through.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Elizabeth

Angela PCT 3 West BRMC

January 2, 2010

Mrs Knisley was such a very nice lady, I was very sorry to hear of her passing.

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Patty McMackin

January 2, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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