Knoxville, Tennessee
Billy HuffakerKnoxville, TNBilly Eugene Huffaker, passed away November 17, 2015. He was principal of Carter Elementary School for 24 years. Preceded in death by parents, Lee and Ina Huffaker; daughter, Lynda Cole; grandchildren, Brandon Eugene Huffaker and Zoey Sophia Skinner. He is survived by...
Read MoreOur deepest sympathy goes out to Velma and the rest of Bill's family. We did not see Bill often after retirement, (We were all Knox County administrators) but if we asked our memories to bring up a picture of Bill, his facial image would be smiling or laughing out loud. Rest in peace, old friend, knowing that you have the love and respect of a whole lot of children whose lives you have touched.
Sam and Martha Jean Bratton
November 22, 2015 | Knoxville, TN
Dear Bill Huffaker Family: I am sorry for the loss of Mr. Huffaker. The loss of him is Heaven's gain. He was my principal throughout elementary school. As I look back, I am grateful to have had him as my principal. He was my favorite pricipal throughout my 12 years of school. He was a caring man. When I got sick or injured, he took me home in his green Volkswagon. I fell on into a pile of glass in the 3rd grade and cut my wrist (missed an artery by a milimeter), other hand, and leg. ...
Gerald (Jerry) Adams
November 22, 2015 | Knoxville, TN
Velma,
We are deeply saddened in your great loss of Bill's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
We pray our Lord Jesus will enfold you in His Loving Care and Peace.
Bill was one of the best Christian educators and friend. We treasure our Christian Friendship with him and you.
Gene and Mary Lou Parrott
November 21, 2015 | Knoxville, TN
Our hearts are filled with sadness and sympathy to learn of Bill's passing. We all love you and your family and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Lucille Goforth and family
November 19, 2015
May God comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time.
I will miss seeing him at Wallace. He always had something nice to say about everyone. What a loss to our church and community.
Joann Wade
November 19, 2015
Roy and I have been blessed to have Bill and Velma as neighbors for 34 years. When we moved in beside them, we were just a newly married couple. Just kids. They have always been great neighbors. For the last few years, we have missed seeing and hearing Mr. Bill come and go in the old blue truck. We have missed seeing him work in the garden. We have missed his laugh that could be heard across the yard. He had a great sense of humor. And now we will miss just knowing that he is next door. He...
Roy and Pam Braden
November 19, 2015 | Knoxville, TN
Mr. Huffaker was my principal many years ago. I loved him. Such a fine man.
Angeli Brock-Kiefer
November 19, 2015 | Jefferson City, TN
With deepest sympathy to Velma his dear wife nd family. My prayers nd thoughts are with you. He was a great SS teacher , dear friend nd a man of God. We will miss you my friend!
Pam Henry
November 19, 2015 | Dandridge, TN
Mr. Huffaker,
Was a Man who truly loved all of his school kids like they were his. He hugged you when you needed a hug, he used the paddle when needed. When I hear the name Mr. Huffaker my mind goes back to a more simple time in the world, but most of all my my heart feels warm and my face is smiling. I am a better person for having him in my life. Thank you Mr. Huffaker for being a Godly Principal you will be greatly missed. Pennie Bates Cable
Pennie Cable
November 19, 2015