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Kenneth Veach Obituary
Oliver Springs, TN
Kenneth Rex Veach, Sr., 80 of Oliver Springs went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2017 at Methodist Medical Center. He was born in Rockcastle County, KY, on October 10, 1937 the son of the late Everett Newton and Sarah Katherine (Kate) Veach. Kenneth proudly served his country in the United States Army for 21 years and honorably retired in 1976. He married his loving wife, Brenda Louise McGhee on December 13, 1958 in Oliver Springs, TN and they were married almost 59 years.
While serving his country and also throughout his life Kenneth had many accomplishments. He survived three tours of duty during the Vietnam War. Kenneth was also named the Veteran of the year while serving. He was the commander for the local Oliver Springs DAV for 17 years. Kenneth was also the TN state Adjutant for the DAV for 11 years. He was also one of the founding members of the Ben Atchley State Veterans Home. Kenneth was the Oliver Springs City Manager for 15 years. Kenneth graduated from the University of TN, Knoxville in 1982 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.
Kenneth is also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Samuel (Sam) Land III and by a sister, Jean Kearney.
He is survived by a son, Kenneth "Rex" Veach Jr. and wife, Sheila of Heiskell; by daughters: Danette Prater and husband, Roy (Bo) of Oliver Springs, and Melissa (Missy) Land of Chattanooga; by grandsons: Derek Fox and Shawn Fox; by granddaughters: Sarah Land and Breanna Veach; by great grandsons: Austin Fox and Emerson Fox; by great granddaughters: Kynleigh Fox and Haylee Fox; by siblings: Ralph Veach of Jellico, Faye Begliutti of Jellico, Maurice Veach of Lafollette, Barbara Cuel of Maryville, and Rodney Veach and wife, Juliette of Sedona, AZ; by special friends: John and Liz Smith and Clifford and Marylynn Davisson and he is also survived by several nieces, nephews and other family and special friends.
The family will receive friends, Tuesday, November 21, 2017 between the hours of 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs. The service will follow at 8:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Robert Combs officiating. Burial and graveside services will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 11:30 am at the Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville, TN. Premier Sharp Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Veach family and we invite you to share a message of condolence to the family at www.sharpfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Angie McGee
November 30, 2017
Rex and family- prayers that the love of God will help comfort you during your time of grief. My thoughts are with you.
Deanna Leedy
November 21, 2017
Dear Rex, Sheila and Breanna,
Mike and I were sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You and your family are in our prayers at this difficult time. May you feel the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Sandy Johnson
November 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family!
Cliff & Mary Lynn Davisson
November 20, 2017
The memory of this great man will last forever in our hearts as we celebrate his love for family & country. Ken will be remembered for his kind spirit toward all. May God grant this family comfort & courage in the future weeks ahead.
Diane McCusker
November 20, 2017
Rex, Sheila, and family,
I was saddened to hear of your dad's passing. I know how much he meant to you, as you spoke of him often. His obituary illustrates what kind of man he was...he had a servant's heart, serving not only his country, but his fellow veterans, and his community.
Take comfort in God's promise of reuniting with him again in heaven, our eternal home.
I'm praying that all of you feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Ramona Walker
November 20, 2017
Kenneth was a wonderful person, a great friend and a pleasure to work with. My heart goes out all of the family.
Denise Beard
November 20, 2017
Melissa we are praying for you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Goodwill Family
November 20, 2017
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We love you.
Tom Bundy
November 20, 2017
Rex, I read your father's obituary and learned we owe him great honor for his many years of military service. I'm sure you are very proud of him. I'm sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you and your family extra comfort and guidance during this time of mourning.
Becky Webb
November 20, 2017
Rex - I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cory Perkins
November 20, 2017
Rest in peace sweet soul!
Ann Stanton
November 20, 2017
Rex and family so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He will be greatly missed! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Staci Poindexter
November 20, 2017
My deepest condolonces Melissa Land to you and your family.
Staci Poindexter
(fellow EPB employee)
November 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Holding you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sonja Newman
November 19, 2017
Rodney, so sorry for the loss of your brother. I met him while my mother was in Ben Atchley Veterans Home. He was very nice! I lost a niece last week and I know how hard it is to lose a loved one during the holidays. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Betty Barker McMahan
Tommy & Rosetta Raines
November 19, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about Kenneth. Our prayers go out to the family.
Barbara
November 19, 2017
So sorry for the loss of your father, Rex.My condolences.
Silas Bridges
November 19, 2017
Rex and Sheila, so sorry about the passing of your father. You have our love and prayers.
Izella Prater
November 19, 2017
Ken was a very sweet man, enjoyed going to school with him. Heavens gain..Love you Brenda..
Joyce Hepler-Fo
November 18, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was a man we could all be proud of for his many accomplishments. I've never seen anyone more determined to live these past years. May he Rest In Peace and May God bless all of you.
November 18, 2017
Brinda and family so sorry to hear of the passing of Ken he was a great person and served his country well our prayers and thought are with all of you at this time
Love and Prayers
Sylvester & Mae Corley
Tammi Crowe Hensley
November 18, 2017
Rex, so sorry to hear the passing of your father. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family....
Teresa (Teri) Gunter (Cox)
November 18, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.
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