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ROBERT ELY Obituary

ELY, ROBERT DAVID (BOB) - age 69 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at his home August 1, 2012. He was a member of Berea United Methodist Church in Kentucky. Preceded in death by father and mother Herbert and Jesse Ely; brother Douglas Ely; and father-in-law and mother-in-law Sam and Gladys McMahan. Survived by wife Cookie (Sammy) of 49 years; daughter Stacey and husband Lee Barnett; the loves of his life his grandchildren Zachary and Dustin Barnett; brothers Sam and wife JoAnn Ely, and Ken Ely; sister Marilyn and husband Dennis Hudson; sisters-in-law Suzanne Ely, Susan Ely, and Lynn and husband James Thomas; brother-in-law Tom and wife Geneva McMahan; nieces Jamie and husband Ron Patrick, Kim and husband John Jette, Whitney and husband David Harness, Monique Ely, and Tiffany McMahan; nephews Christopher and wife Megann Ely, J.T. McMahan and girlfriend Brenda Staton; great nieces Sarah Patrick, Caroline Patrick, and Audrey Jette; great nephews Sam Patrick, Braden Harness, and Jacob McMahan; special friends Charles and Judy Fritts, Elizabeth Jenkins, and Andrew and Tonya Coleman. Special thanks to Dr. Salter and staff, to Dr. McCachren, Dr. Scaperoth and the staff of Thompson Cancer Center, and to Dr. Carlson, Teresa and staff for their devotion to his care. Family will receive friends at Weaver's Friday 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Memorial service to follow at 7:00 P.M. with Rev. Charles Fritts and Chaplin Jamie Patrick officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Lung Association. You are invited to leave your condolences and sign Bob's register online at www.weaverfuneralservices.com







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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Aug. 2 to Aug. 3, 2012.

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August 26, 2013

Would love to have Cookie's address. Also, I have a new cell number. it is 352-678-1360

Thanks,

Ve Ron Moore
P O Box 464
Berea, KY 40403-0464

Ve Ron Moore

August 29, 2012

Cookie,

So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I remember the good times we shared while working together in the Berea Lions Club. If you are ever in Berea,
please give me a call at 859-302-8100.

You and the family are in my proyers.

August 6, 2012

Cookie,

I am so very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life you two shared and I am glad Bob is at rest now. I will keep praying for you, Stacy, the grandchildren and all the family. Please remember to hold on to the Lord's hand and he will never let you go. I love you and and think about you often. Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Hugs, prayers and thoughts
Pat Frost

August 6, 2012

Sammy,
I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing.Jerry and I are keeping your family in our prayers.
Betty Earl

Rhonda Easterly

August 4, 2012

Cookie I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless You!

August 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Laura Mason

August 3, 2012

Cookie, Stacey, and family: I was so fortunate to meet Bob and share in several Ely family gatherings. What a pleasure to have known such a wonderfully kind and open man. He always had a smile on his face which reflected the good man he thoroughly was. My love and sympathy for you all Judith Baxter

Klair Kimmey

August 3, 2012

I worked with Bob at Roane State in the early 90's. He was a soft-spoken gentleman with a great sense of humor who treated those who worked for him with respect. I'm so sorry for your loss.

August 3, 2012

Cookie and Stacy, We miss you all very much and love you. You are in our Prayers. Roger and Phyllis Carraway Cathy Jones

Vickie Ballew

August 3, 2012

Cookie - my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I enjoyed the times I got to spend with you and Bob, Suzanne and everyone. He was a special, kind person. You are in my thoughts. Hold tight to each other during this difficult time. Vickie Ballew

Lauren Dake

August 3, 2012

sammie,
I am so sorry about Bob's passing.
He was a wonderful man.

Nancy O'Brien

August 3, 2012

Cookie, Stacey and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about Bob. It's hard to realize it's been so many years since we spent such good times together at baseball games, but those are wonderful memories and will never be forgotten. You have a very special family, and I know they will be a source of great comfort at such a hard time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love

August 2, 2012

Cookie, Stacey & family. We were so sorry to hear about Bob's death. He was a true gentleman and we thought the world of him. We will keep you in our prayers. Jack & Carole Hall (Berea, KY)

The Staff of Weaver Funeral Home

August 3, 2012

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

Susan blazier

August 2, 2012

Sad to read of Bob's passing: but what a legacy he has left. A wonderful friend,a wonderful neighbor,a wonderful helper,a wonderful example of God's love! Much love to you,Cookie and Stacy.

Troy Lowrie

August 2, 2012

Bob was a wonderful neighbor and I will miss our time talking about family, sports, and things going on in our community. Cookie, Stacey, Lee, Zack & Dustin know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Black Walsh

August 2, 2012

Cookie, I have fond memories of you and Bob, and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Sherry Jenkins

August 2, 2012

Such a beautiful, gentle man leaves a hole in this world with his absence but what a wonderful gift he was when he was here with us!
When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. - Kahlil Gibran

We love you Cookie and Stacey!

John Cardwell

August 2, 2012

I am sorry to hear about Bob

Wayne Guthrie

August 2, 2012

Wayne Guthrie:

In May at Uncle Malcolm's Birthday Party I met my Cousin Robert David for the first time in my memory. I know I met him as a child, but that was probably 60 years ago. We had a very nice conversation and I really enjoyed my time with him. I am sure he will be missed by all his family and friends. Just meeting him one time and observing who he was I am sure he is in a much better place right now.

Judy Wilhite

August 2, 2012

As a loving husband and good father, I know you are going to miss Bob but always be reminded of his constant love for you and all those very wonderful 49 years of memories that you can keep in your heart. I can only imagine your grief but I know your faith and courage!

In friendship, sorrow and deepest sympathy,

Mimi

August 2, 2012

There is no one on this earth kinder and more genuine than my Uncle Bob! I am so sad you are gone but know you are breathing freely now! I will see you again one day and I love you so very much!

Lois Welch

August 2, 2012

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. Be at peace you took very good care of him and you will meet again.

Mimi

August 2, 2012

There is no one on this Earth as genuine and kind as my Uncle Bob! I am so sad you are gone but know you are breathing freely now! I will see you again one day and I love you so very much!

Elizabeth Scearce

August 2, 2012

Stacey ~ My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Love ya friend!!

He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds. ~ Psalm 147:3

August 2, 2012

Bob was one of the kindest men we have known and will be deeply missed. Our sympathy and love to all of the family.
Greg & Debbie Knox

Vanessa and Eddie Abbott

August 1, 2012

Even though we hadn't known Bob until a few years ago,he will always have a special place in our heart.He made our daughter, Megann feel a part of the family as soon as she met him and welcomed us as well. He will be missed.

Andrew T. Coleman

August 1, 2012

Bob was the most influential man I have ever known. He shaped my life as a husband, son, brother, friend and teacher. The only person who could ever call me Andy! I will miss him dearly!

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