Earl Eugene "Happy" Ledford

Earl Eugene “Happy” Ledford, age 88 of Knoxville, went to be with his Lord June 24, 2018 at Tennova East. Happy entered this world on January 30, 1930 in Knoxville, TN. Bringing happiness and joy to all who knew him. He graduated from Stair Tech High School in 1948. Served in the U.S. Army and National Guard during the Korean Conflict from 1950 thru 1953. Happy married the love of his life, Jeanie in 1954. He worked at Ameri Gas Propane for 43 years. He worked for Jesus at various churches leading singing, driving a church bus or serving Kool-Aid to kids, anything to help others. He was always a joy to be around, the grace and love of Jesus always on his face. Preceded in death by his one true love, Betty Jean (Jeanie) Ledford; parents, Finley and Delsie; sister, Cleo; brother, Billy; grandson, Aaron. Survived by his sons, Duane (Kathy) and Brian (Reba); grandchildren, Joe, Brandon, Mark and Kelly; 6 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A special thanks to the staff at Oakwood Senior Living and Tennova East (St. Mary’s). The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Thursday at Weaver’s chapel with the service to follow at 7 pm. Rev. Fred Wade officiating. Family and friends will meet at 11:15 am Friday at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery for an 11:30 am interment. Condolences may be left at www.weaverfuneralservices.com.