Final Salute

Gordon Elmer Gwathney, Jr. Obituary

Gordon Elmer Gwathney, Jr., age 88 of Seymour, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019.

He was born in Paint Rock, Alabama, and grew up in Asheville, North Carolina.

Gordon was a Navy Seabee Veteran, having served during the Korean War. He was a longtime employee of Fredrickson Motor Express.

Gordon enjoyed the outdoors and being a Scout Master for many years, and was a proud member of the American Legion Post 104 Honor Guard.

He was preceded in death by his parents Gordon and Myrtle Gwathney and sister, Marie Nichols.

Survivors:
Wife of 54 years: Carolyn Patricia Gwathney.
Sons: Gordon Edward Gwathney and wife Angela, Russell Patrick Gwathney.
Grandchildren: Brianna Gwathney, Bryce Gwathney, Abbygail Gwathney, Jesse and Brody Gwathney. Sister: Wanda Fore and husband Paul.

Special thanks to Ben C. Atchley Nursing Facility and caretakers Debbie and Helen.

Family and friends will meet Friday, August 9 at 9:30 AM at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier Highway for the graveside service, with military honors to be provided by the American Legion Post 104.
The family will receive friends 5-7 PM Thursday at Atchley Funeral Home, 122 Peacock Court, Seymour, TN. 37865 (865)577-2807.
Online condolences may be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com.