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Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 18 to Jan. 19, 2011.

Walter Owen Conley Jr. Walter Owen Conley Jr., age 85, a resident of Broadmore Community and a former long-time resident of Bristol Virginia, passed away Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, at Wellmont Hospice House. He was a native of Bristol Virginia and a graduate of Virginia High School. He was the retired commissioner of the revenue of Bristol Virginia after serving many decades. Walter was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving during World War II. He was a member of Euclid Avenue Baptist Church where he was at the organization of the church as a child on July 15, 1928. He was the last member that was connected with the founding of the church. He served as the church treasurer from 1960 1980 and served in every aspect of the church, including deacon. He was a member of the Bristol Host Lions Club and the Democratic Party. Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Walter O. and Martha Elizabeth Conley; his angel mother, Margie Alice Conley; and a sister, Betty Margaret Conley. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Dorothy Nelson Conley; brother-in-law, Farris Nelson and wife, Joanne of Bluff City, Tenn.; three nephews, Chuck Stacy and wife, Betty of Yuba City, Calif.; Dr. Bill Stacy and wife, Sue of Chattanooga, Tenn.; Lynn Stacy and wife, Kaye of Jefferson City, Mo.; two nieces, Patsy King and husband, Jere of New Castle, Va., and Terry Collette and husband, Mark of Kingsport, Tenn.; and a church daughter, Tracy Sturgill Counts and husband, Richard. He is loved and cherished by many within the community for his dedication to his faith, family and friends. The funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2011, in Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel with Dr. Eugene Eller officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be the employees and staff of Bristol Virginia, Bristol Host Lions Club and the associates of Broadmore Senior Living. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Those desiring may make memorials to the Haven of Rest, 624 Anderson St., Bristol, TN 37620; or Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele's Road, Bristol, TN. `E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected] Akard Funeral Home, 1912 W. State St., Bristol, TN (423) 989-4800, is serving the family of Mr. Conley.

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January 26, 2011

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January 23, 2011

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January 20, 2011

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Peggy Brown

January 26, 2011

To the family: Please accept our sincere condolences. From all members of the Bristol, Virginia Fire Department

Donald Lewis

January 23, 2011

It is with great saddness to read of Mr. Conley's passing. When I was growing up, my Mother and brother and I attended Euclid and Mr. Conley had always taken and interest in our family. Upon the passing of my father, Mr. Conley was the only person to come to his viewing and I will always be grateful for his kindness. Euclid's membership has lost a fine person and loyal member. My sympathy goes out to his entire family.

January 20, 2011

Dear Dot:

We will always remember Walter as a very loyal Democrat and for the work he did for our Party over the years and his expertise in the office he held.

I remember the fun we had on our trips.

Our sympathy to you at this time.

Kitty & George Walker

January 19, 2011

We had the privilege of working with Mr. Conley in the Education Dept. when he was a volunter at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was such a delightful person to work with and he was as dedicated to his work as a volunteer as he would have been if he were being paid. We very much appreciate all he did for us & we cherish the memories we have of spending time with him. It was very clear that his wife was truly his sweetheart.
Our sympathy goes out to all his loved ones,
Sherry Allen, Jane Berke, Vickie Boatman & Marty McKinney

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Peggy & Eugene Ruble

January 18, 2011

Walter was always an unassuming role model, a steadfast supporter, and an encouraging friend from having known him and Dot through Euclid Avenue Baptist Church. We cherish fond memories of their enthusiastic reception on occasional visits in their home over the years. Walter lived life to the fullest. We salute him and convey our condolences to Dorothy and their extended family.

Amy Doak

January 18, 2011

Walt, was a devoted Christian. My husband and I knew him through UCT where he was chaplain for many years. My deepeset sympathy to family and freinds. Amy Doak

Pastor Gary Garland-Freedom Baptist Church

January 18, 2011

Mrs Conley and other family members
Walter has gone to a place where the roses never fade. I got to know Walter well when I was the Pastor of the Bradley Street Baptist Church. We rode together to the Lebanon Baptist Association Meetings in Abingdon. He was a exemplery Christian and I am fortunate that I had the privilege to cross his path while here in the land of the living. I am looking forward to seeing my brother in Christ again in Heaven.

Sheriff Fred Newman

January 18, 2011

Sheriff Fred Newman and the Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office would like to express their sympathy in the death of Walter Owen Conley Jr. If our Sheriff’s Office can be of assistance to you during your time of sadness, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Sheriff Newman and Members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Don Elseroad

January 18, 2011

In recognition of Walter Owen Conley Jr's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115

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