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John Eaddy Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Dr. John A Eaddy lived a long life and died bravely of cancer on April 20 at age 78.
He is survived and loved by Virginia Bass Eaddy his sweetheart from Maryville College and wife of 57 years and by his family. Children: John Scott Eaddy (Steffi); Blair Eaddy Prince (Steven). Grandchildren: John Scott Eaddy II (Holly); Caitlin Eaddy; Kiara Eaddy; Emily Prince; Philip Prince. Great Grandchildren: Charlotte Eaddy; Lucy Rose Eaddy.
He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Fannie Eaddy, brother Conrad Eaddy, father-in-law Calvin Bass and mother-in-law Beatrice Dreher Bass of Rice, and sister-in law Elinor Bass Hopkins of Lynchburg, VA.
John shared his beautiful baritone voice for the glory of God, singing many years in both the Maryville Vesper Choir and the Westminster Presbyterian Church Choir where he was a longtime member. Hard work was his joy and he took pleasure in working outside both at home and at our cabin. He also enjoyed extensive traveling and special times with family.
He was a beloved Family Practice doctor. As a role model for Family Physicians, researcher, teacher, author, advocate, and mentor both of Family Practice residents and many patients, he was highly respected by his patients and peers.
Above all he was known and loved by all for his kind heart and joyful sense of humor.
Diagnosed at age 12 with Juvenile Diabetes, he dedicated his life as a pioneer in the treatment of diabetes, setting a perfect example and inspiring others to a higher level of self-care.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests your honoring donations be sent to the summer camp where he served as camp doctor for many years. Designate gifts to: Tennessee Camp for Diabetic Children - Dr. John Eaddy Scholarship Fund; Address to: TCDC, PO box 1476, Hixson TN, 37343. Website: tcdctype1.org
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19 at 2:00 PM at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919 with Rev. Dr. Buran Philips officiating. A reception and receiving of friends will follow. Online condolences may be received at www.rosemortuary.com
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Ed Mohler
May 24, 2018
Sadden for his family to hear of John s passing onward to the next phase of life! John was a much needed gentile presence in our class! Ed Mohler university of Maryland school of medicine 69 . Peace be with you and comfort to your family!
May 18, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of Dr Eaddys passing . To be absent from the body is to be home with the Lord.I worked with him for 17 years and will always remember that time.Will be praying for the famiy. Shirley Poulos
May 18, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Dolly Bronzini
May 16, 2018
Dr. Eaddy was an inspiration to many, but especially for me to be better at being a diabetes educator. He was an amazing mentor and friend. I shall miss him.
Cathy Dilworth Thomas
May 16, 2018
I have so many wonderful memories of Dr. Eaddy. His warmth and sense of humor, his zest for life, his endless supply of jokes - the patients he served loved him. We had good times at TCDC and at the UT Diabetes Center. Praying for his family in this great loss.
Maggie Meyers
May 10, 2018
He inspired many!!
Nancy Jones Arflack
May 5, 2018
My heart is broken by the loss of this wonderful man. As my doctor for many years, he saved me from myself with gentle and kind advice for living well with diabetes. His intelligence and sense of humor were well known and highly respected in the medical community as much as by his loving family and many friends. I loved and admired him dearly and will miss him until I can see him again in a better place.
Tom & Maureen Haake
May 3, 2018
Oh my Goodness, both Maureen and I are saddened by the news of John's passing. It has been a while since we had seen you, and we were just thinking of you both this past week. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Virginia, and your family.
Wayne Crawford
May 2, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss!my prayers are with Virginia and your family!
May 1, 2018
Our condolences to the family of Dr. Eaddy. He was a life saver after my transplant, stitched my husband when necessary, and sang to our daughter as she entered puberty. It wasn't unusual for our phone to ring and his heartfelt voice would be on the line just to see how we were doing. There will never be another doctor who could manage difficult type 1 diabetes, and yet make sure the entire family was cared for. Thank you Dr. Eaddy.
John, Yvonne, and Amy Herron
Helen Crawford
May 1, 2018
We were so saddened to learn that John had passed. He was such a kind gentle man with the voice of an angel.. He is truly singing with the angels now... we know you and your family will miss him terribly...but rest assured you will see him again. Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers are with you..please let us know if anything we can do for you...love...Wayne & Helen Crawford
Holly House
April 29, 2018
Dr.Eaddy... I don't even know where to start.. All I know is he is such a huge part of my youth... Part of my whole life. my mother worked for him and she had so much respect for him and he had so much respect for her... And anyone who respects my mother is someone that I love. there's not a bad thing anyone on this whole planet could ever say about this man. He was the best doctor ever and he was the kindest, funniest, most caring, brilliant human being alive. I have loved him and his entire family for the last 35 years. it has been both an honor and a privilege to know him. There are not enough wonderful words to describe how much I love this family. Thank you so much for everything you did for me and my mother. I will never ever forget you, Dr. Eaddy. you will be sorely missed
Tina Patty
April 28, 2018
My condolences to the family of Dr. Eaddy. Not only was he a great doctor but also a kind person, liked to tell a funny when i took my husband for his visit. He will be missed. May God comfort you
at this time.
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