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Tina Childers Obituary

CHILDERS, TINA LYNNE (BETTLER) - age 49, went home to her Heavenly Father Saturday, September 13, 2008. She was born December 19, 1959 in Melbourne, Florida. Tina moved to Knoxville in 1974 with her family and graduated from Bearden High School in 1977. Following several years in clothing retail, she became a dental assistant and worked for Dr. Alfred DeBusk. After the birth of her children, she became a homemaker devoting her time to them. She was active in the Ridgedale PTA and served as secretary for several years. Tina enjoyed sewing, drawing, coloring, making beaded jewelry, any arts and crafts, and especially being with her family, friends, and pets, lacy and Jazz. She was an extremely loving mother and devoted wife. She is preceded in death by her father, Theodore Bettler; father and mother-in-law, Forrest and Mildred Childers. Survivors include: husband, Dennis Childers; children, Caila and Eric; very special friend, Jenifer Bradburn; mother, Dorothy Williams of West palm, Fl.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Toni and Michael Gruber of West Palm, Fl., Jill and Michael McCartney of New York, N.Y., Doug and Sue Childers of Knoxville; niece, Dana Childers. The family will receive friends 6-8 pm Thursday, September 19, 2008 at Weaver's Chapel with a celebration of Tina's life to follow at 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Young-Williams Animal Shelter. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Tina at her website www.mem.com. Arrangements by Weaver Funeral Home.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel on Sep. 17, 2008.

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Sheri, Chuck, Sara and Tim Jacobs

September 26, 2008

Dear Dennis, Caila and Eric
Our family just heard about your loss and are so very sorry.... Tina was a very special person. Always remember the good times and feel comforted in knowing you have a guardian with you forever.

Anita Makin-Hubbard

September 21, 2008

Dennis, I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children, Tina was an awesome mom and one of the sweetest people I had ever known. Sincerely, Anita Makin

Heather Evans

September 20, 2008

Eric, I'm so sorry about your loss. Tina was like a second mom to me, and she was always had a special place in my heart even though I hadn't seen her in two years. We grew up together, and I'm sorry I can't be there for you. Keep your head up. You and your family are in my prayers. I miss you, and love you.
My parents send their deepest sympathies.

Matthew Davenport

September 18, 2008

Sorry for your loss, you all will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jean, Jason, Tyler and Lindsey Mills

September 18, 2008

Dear Eric and Family,
You and your family are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Always know our door is open to you at all times. If you need any thing please let us know.

PEGGY MORIARTY

September 18, 2008

YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. TINA ALWAYS HAD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. I WILL FOREVER REMEMBER HER AND THE LOVE SHE HAD FOR HER CHILDREN.

Felicia Hunter

September 18, 2008

Eric,
Im sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family to make it through this hard time.
Love you Eric.

September 18, 2008

Dennis & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead knowing that so many care for you and are concerned for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Frances Goodson(Knoxville, TN)

Terry Toole

September 18, 2008

Dennis & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Friends at State Farm

Sarah Kulesza

September 17, 2008

So sorry to hear about your loss. Caila and I have been close friends for a long time, and I know she cared deeply about her mother. I remember visiting her at her house and having such a great time. Her mom was always so nice to me. Tina cared so much about her children, and she will be greatly missed. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Love to the whole family.

Jodi Murphy

September 17, 2008

Dennis and Eric,
I found these quotes that were comforting to me in this time of grief.

"As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens... " Author Unknown

"You don't get over it, you just get through it. Your don't get by it, because you can't get around it. It doesn't 'get better'; it just gets different. Everyday... Grief puts on a new face...." Wendy Feireisen

I will forever miss Tina and I hope that you all know that I am here for you if you need anything. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your family daily.

With heartfelt condolences,
Jodi

Warren Maples

September 17, 2008

Dennis,

Sorry to hear about your loss.Your old neighbor from Walnut Grove.

Warren Maples

Chesney Riggs

September 17, 2008

This is a very sad loss. I hope Caila and Eric and Dennis are coping alright. I went to school with Caila all my life and had spent the night at her house a few times when we were younger! Ill always remember how much Tina was involved in their lives and in our schools we went to. My Heart is with you all! God Bless!!

Chesney Riggs

Vicki Waggoner

September 17, 2008

Dennis & Family,
So Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. May God bless you in the days ahead.
Vicki Waggoner
Friends at State Farm Ins. Co.

Donna Kimble

September 17, 2008

Dennis,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan

September 17, 2008

Dennis,
We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Please call on us for any need you may have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your kids.

Our Love,

Rick, Susan, Ben and Andy Collins (Owens)

Robin Jones

September 17, 2008

Dennis and girls,
I read this in the paper and thought that I needed to respond. I knew Tina as you remember from Proffitt's and of course your friendship with me and Danny go back years and years however everyone has gone their own ways because of family and work. We just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and if you ever need a friend, please get in touch with us and Randy. We always loved you Dennis and our hearts are broken that Tina has left this world. May your faith come together and bring all of you peace.
Love,
Danny Bird CHS Class if 73
Robin Bird Jones CHS Class of 74

Jim Goodpasture

September 17, 2008

Madison, Makenzie, and I extend our deepest condolences and will remember you in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for anything you need.

Darrell Wood

September 17, 2008

Dennis, my prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Robin Kurtz

September 17, 2008

May the peace of the Lord be with Tina, and may he also comfort the family during the days ahead.

RENEE WALTERS

September 17, 2008

MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, ESPICALLY THE CHILDREN. JUST REMEMBER YOU ARE NOT ALONE EVEN THOUGH IT MAY FEEL LIKE IT. KEEP YOUR FAITH RIGHT NOW, IT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.

Cherish Maples

September 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Eric, your mom loved you so much. Always remember that!
Maples Family
Larry, Cherish, Lauren & Tyler

Lesley Mullins

September 17, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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