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Bryan Settle Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2007.

SETTLE, BRYAN - age 83 of Knoxville, passed away 8:20 p.m. Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at St. Mary's Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was a member of Crossroads Presbyterian Church. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Merchant Marines and the Army Air Corps as a Tail Gunner on a B-17. Following the war, he served in the Air Force Reserves. He was a member of the Iron Workers Local #384, Powell Lodge #582 F&AM, and member of Kerbela Temple. Preceded in death by wife of 54 years, Roberta Settle. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law: Andrea and Richard Wines, Trudy and Lewis Guthrie, and Bonnie and Phil Bridges; 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; Sister, Marguerite Jones; and very special pet, Dinah. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriner's Children's Hospital 1900 Richmond Road Lexington, Kentucky 40502 or Crossroads Presbyterian Church 4329 East Emory Road Knoxville, TN 37938. A Masonic Service will be held 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Stevens Chapel conducted by Powell Lodge #582 F&AM. Funeral Service will follow with Rev. Dennis Blazier officiating. Family and friends will meet at the Tennessee Veterans Cemetery on Monday at 11:15 a.m. for an 11:30 a.m. graveside service and interment. Full military honors will be presented by East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard. Family will receive friends 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday at Stevens Mortuary, Oglewood Avenue at Broadway. Mr. Settle's guest book is also available at: www.stevensmortuaryinc.com.

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C.L. Jones

May 2, 2025

A real hero to me and to his Country!

Carlton L. Jones

May 2, 2025

My Uncle Frank was a brave hero!

Vicki VanDeGriff

February 1, 2007

Andy, Trudy, and Bonnie

We were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. After talking with Andy a few weeks ago about how he was getting along pretty good (new friend, new car), we were totally surprised. So sorry we couldn't make it to the funeral home. I have such fond memories of Mr. Frank and your mom while living on Mulberry. They will not be forgotten. It seems so strange that all four of them are gone now. I hope we can stay in touch somehow.
Love you all
Vicki and George

Tom & Janell Mount

January 30, 2007

Andy & Family, Our thoughts are with you and your family.

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Lynn Jones

January 30, 2007

Dear Frank, What a wonderful uncle you were to me. From day one you were there. I held your sword when you were about to embark on a military career. You gave me your medals and "Mighty Eighth" Air Force patches, a lot of German stuff when you got back. Bert was the love of your life...and then three sweet little girls. I held Bonnie in my lap, just as you held me as a baby. Yes, you washed out my mouth with soap when I needed it! Hey, you were a father figure, big brother, favorite uncle, and everything a kid could hope for. I loved you! And tears are flooding my eyes now! Hey, you were responsible for my tracking Sputnik! And being 30 miles from Russia! And when I got really homesick...you wrote to cheer me up! And then after the Air Force,life moved on for both of us. In 2001, September 11th I was working on the Air Force side of the Pentagon. Although, you had been in the Merchant Marines, I'm glad you were not in the Navy,...we lost a lot of folks on that side of the building. After 9/11 I was promoted to work with JAG in the Pentagon. I met Generals, including Paul Tibbets, and Senator John McCain. I had my picture taken with the Secretary of the Air Force! And sent the picture to you. What I'm trying to say is that you were always my mentor and my Hero. I wanted to reach the top of the military to Honor YOUR service to our country, I love you Frank, I miss your smile and kind-hearted ways and we will see each other again soon. God Bless you. Your nephew, Lynn

Mona Smith

January 29, 2007

Dear Phil and Bonnie and family -- I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May you be warmed by many wonderful memories of him and may God grant you peace and strength during this difficult time. Praying for you.

Craig Alleman

January 29, 2007

On behalf of the East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard, thank you for letting us serve your family in giving well deserved Full Military Honors for BRYAN SETTLE. It's because of him and people like him that we continue to be a free nation, one nation under God. God Bless, guide, and protect all of your family, in Jesus name, Amen.
Chaplain Craig Alleman, USAF
East Tennessee Veterans Honor Guard

Melanie (Mackey) Evans

January 29, 2007

Just wanted to express my heartfelt sorrow over the loss of my "Mr. Settle". I hope you know that I loved your dad (and mom) tremendously and many of my fondest childhood memories revolve around him.

Gerald Clark

January 27, 2007

I wish to express my sympathy to each member of the Bryan Settle family. All are in my thoughts and prayers. Gerald Clark, Chaplain, American Legion Post 2.

The Staff of Stevens Mortuary

January 27, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

brenda crisp

January 26, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Settle..I always remember his kind ways, I don't think I ever remember him getting mad or loud when we were kids. He always had a smile and I know all 3 of you will miss him terribly. With Love, Brenda Davis Crisp

ken moseley

January 26, 2007

Bonnie,I am so sorry to hear about your dad.Will remember him as a friend and a good neighbor when I lived in halls.Timeslike this are hard,but try to remember the great times.My heart goes out to you because youknow I lost both of my folks and the memories never go away.Again I am sorry to hear about dad.Give my love and hugs to mom.Ken moseley. i

Amy

January 26, 2007

It was an honor to have known Frank and even more so to have had him in our family. Amy

BOBBY ALMON

January 25, 2007

I truly know what you are going though at this time .I am holding you and your sisters close to my heart and even closer in my prayers.I can hear your mom asking him why it took him so long to get their, and him telling her he had to make shure the girls were going to be all right. God has his plans all worked out and now we can hear them saying to each other---WE DID DO SOMETHING RIGHT.....I LOVE YOU.

Pete& Sandy Jackson7

January 24, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

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