Kathryn (Nanaw) Barnhill

Barnhill, Kathryn (Nanaw), born May 7, 1922, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at the age of 91. Mrs. Barnhill was a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She dedicated her life to God, her family, and the community. Mrs. Barnhill served on the Knox County School Board for many years and was Past President of the Southern Railway Ladies Auxiliary. She was a very active and loyal member of the Republican Party and a friend to all. Mrs. Barnhill was someone you could count on in a time of need. Preceded in death by her husband, Delbert L. Barnhill, Sr.; father, Titus Sharp; mother, Anne Coward and step-father, William Coward. Survived by her children, Larry (Libby) Barnhill, Bill (Michelle) Barnhill and Ann (Gary) Orr; 7 grandchildren and spouses, 12 great-grandchildren and spouses plus several step-great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to caregivers Dee Dee and Cleve Miller, Jimmy Miller, Anita and Stan Sellers, and all of the caregivers at Kindred Fairpark Nursing and Rehab in Maryville, TN. The family will receive friends from 5-7pm on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at Lynnhurst-Greenwood Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 2300 Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918. The funeral service will begin at 7pm, Pastor Jack Cromwell officiating. Family and friends will meet in Greenwood Cemetery, 3500 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville, TN at 10am on Friday, February 28, 2014 for the graveside service, Pastor Jack Cromwell and Pastor Teresa Atkins McClure officiating. Mrs. Barnhill’s grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Condolences may be offered at www.lynnhurstchapel.com