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Martha Bales Obituary
Knoxville - Martha Ann (Moore) Bales, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 13, 2020. She was a loving wife, mother, and "Nana". She was an avid reader, loved to crochet, cookouts with family, camping trips, and spending time outdoors. Her grandchildren were her world! She was a believer of Christ and a member of Valley View Baptist Church in Knoxville. Preceded in death by father, William Don Moore; father-in-law, Alvin Ernest Bales; mother-in-law, Inez Elizabeth Perry Bales. Survived by husband of 45 years, Steve Bales; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Jessica Bales; grandchildren, Hayden and River Bales; mother, Mary Ann Moore; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Jane (Janie) Champion (Joseph), Karen Ogle (Matt); sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Brenda Tullock (Alfred), Sharon Blackwell (Tommy); several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. Special thanks to; nephew, Charlie Tullock, Fire Hall #17, Parkwest Hospital and Covenant Home Health Nurses. Family will receive friends Sunday at Weaver's Chapel from 6:00- 8:00 pm with the service to follow. Reverend's Rodger Arwood and Chuck Daniels officiating. Family and friends will meet at Berry Highland West Cemetery, Monday at 2:45 pm for a 3:00 pm interment. www.weaverfuneralservices.com
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Knox., TN 37921
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Hayden bales
April 14, 2025
My grandma Martha Ann bales was a grandma of two and she loved Jesus and is the reason this truck exist it will be taken care of I'm tired of it sitting in the driveway love you nana -hayden bales posted on 4/14/25 miss you have fun up there
February 17, 2020
I have some great memories of you at TeamHealth. So sorry to learn of your passing. Rest in peace, dear lady. For your family, may time and cherished memories gently ease the loss you bear, as the comfort and understanding of others help your sorrows fade away.
February 17, 2020
Remembering your great love story today and always.
Sheila TURNER
February 17, 2020
Oh No. I just found out about my dear friend passing. I don't take the paper so I didn't know. I am so sorry for your loss. Steve & Michael, I will be praying for you. I am in shock. The last Text I got said she was waiting to be released from the hospital. God knows I loved her so much.
February 17, 2020
So very sorry for the loss of your mother. Prayers go out for you and your family.
Pam Elliott
Jessie and John Rutledge
February 16, 2020
Martha,will miss all your pictures on facebook expressing the love for your husband and family
Tell your Dad Don hello from John and Jessie.Mary, Janie and Karen you will be in our thoughts and prayers Love you all so much
Imogene Hall
February 15, 2020
So sorry to read of Martha's passing. I'm sure she's having a grand reunion with her dad now! I remember Don, Mary and all the girls from when we attended church together. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
February 14, 2020
I remember the Moore family well ,they were all God fearing people..sorry for your loss, my family will
be praying for yours.
The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home
February 14, 2020
With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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