>From The Oak Ridger 13 Aug 2007 Nicholas O. Case, of Oak Ridge, Christine Rose Fitzgerald Mary Sue Rice, 84, of Oak Ridge Cynthia Jean Koch Schenley, age 67, of Oak Ridge, Hazel Thurman, age 89, Mr. Garland Pershing "Geep" Wright, age 89, of Rockwood, Tenn., Nicholas O. Case, of Oak Ridge, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, Aug. 10, 2007. He was 73 years old. He was known and loved for his often creative sense of humor and sincere concern for everyone who knew him. He always wore a smile, never met a stranger, never unkindly judged another human being, and was often known to generously give to anyone in need, regardless of his own circumstances. Although he suffered with diabetes and heart disease, he was indeed a selfless individual who always put the needs of others before his own. He will be deeply missed by his many friends and acquaintances, as well as his family. Those surviving him include his brother, Sherman Case, and wife, Joan, of Macon, Ga.; a daughter, Deb Armstrong; a son, Mark Case, and wife, Cristal; and two grandsons, Matthew and Drew Armstrong, all of Oak Ridge. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and a sister. Among other government facilities, Mr. Case worked for 25 years at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he was a welder. He had a passion for all sports, was an avid golfer and bowler, and indeed, enjoyed his 15 minutes of fame when he bowled a 299 game in Oak Ridge several years ago. A member of the Church of Christ, he was dedicated and true to his heart-felt convictions. An informal gathering to remember and celebrate his life will be held at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, Tenn., on Tuesday, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m., after which there will be a short service. He requested that his body then be cremated. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Christine Rose Fitzgerald died Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007, at her family's home in Knoxville, Tenn. Christine was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Fitzgerald; and her children, Christine Wylie and Bobby Fitzgerald. Christine grew up with eight brothers and sisters in Philadelphia, Pa. During World War II, she worked in the Navy ship yards and it was during this time that she met her husband, Bob. Chris and Bob married in 1946 and had their daughter, Chrissy, while living in Philadelphia. In 1950, Christine left her large loving family to move to Oak Ridge, Tenn., where she came to know her family in Tennessee who loved and cherished her from the moment they met her. The family welcomed Bobby Fitzgerald in 1952. Christine was devoted to her family and enjoyed camping, swimming, traveling and bridge. Christine was an active member of St.. Mary's Catholic Church in Oak Ridge, where she met many lifelong friends who have been with her throughout her life. Christine had an unwavering faith in God that she shared with all who met her. She will be dearly missed. Christine is survived by her sisters and brothers, Bette Moran, Florence Wareikis, Martha Shelton, Joe Keenan and Don Fitzgerald; her nephews, John and Ralph Fitzgerald; her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, countless friends and family. A memorial Mass will be held Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 327 Vermont Ave., Oak Ridge, TN 37830. The family will welcome friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St.. Mary's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Cremation Options Inc., www.cremationoptionsinc.com. Mary Sue Rice, 84, of Oak Ridge passed away at her home on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007. Mrs. Rice was born May 12, 1923 in Hidrick, Ky., to Gertrude Lockard and Betty Baker Lockard Gibson. She was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church and attended Big Mountain Baptist Church. Mrs. Rice loved to sing and work in her flower garden. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husb and, Milton L. Rice, in 1974; step-father, Jessie Gibson, three brothers, two sisters, and great-grandson, Cody Thomas Rice. She is survived by her six sons: Napoleon L. Rice, and wife, Betty Young Rice, of Woodstock, Ga.; George Rice, and wife, Judy Tipton Rice, of Oak Ridge; Charles Rice and wife, Marita Morris Rice, of Allons, Tenn.; Tony Rice and wife, Karen Higgins Rice, of Elkton, Md.; Dinnie Rice, and wife, Tracy Bean Rice of Azle, Texas; Kevin Rice of Oak Ridge; two daughters: Lucille Rice Eargle and husband, Charles "Bud" Eargle, of Acworth, Ga.; Mary Nell Rice Dornan, and husband, Lyle Dornan, of Freindswood, Texas; 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and many precious neighbors and loving friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 13, 2007, at 7 p.m. in the chapel of Weatherford Mortuary with the Rev. Charles Rice and the Rev. Tony Rice officiating. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2007, at 10 a.m. at Oak Ridge Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Lung Association, One Vantage Way, Suite C-250, Nashville, TN 37228 or a church of the donor's choice. The family will receive friends Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the mortuary. An online memorial guest book may be signed at ww.weatherfordmortuary.com. Cynthia Jean Koch Schenley, age 67, of Oak Ridge, passed away Friday, Aug. 10, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Schenley was born April 23, 1940, in Charleston, W. Va., to George and Laura Vivian Craig Koch. Cynthia received her degree in microbiology from West Virginia University and moved to Oak Ridge 39 years ago. She was employed at Oak Ridge Associated Universities at the time of her retirement. A wonderful wife, mother, and friend, Cynthia was a Girl Scout leader for 12 years and was of the Methodist faith. Mrs. Schenley is survived by her husband, Robert Schenley; daughters, Michelle Virginia Schenley and Suzanne Vivian Schenley Barger; mother, Laura Vivian Craig Koch; and sister, Joyce Preece. A memorial service will be held Monday, Aug. 13, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel of Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home with the Rev. James Morris officiating. Interment will be in Oak Ridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Online messages to the family may be left at ww.martinoakridgefuneralhome.com. Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Hazel Thurman, age 89, passed away peacefully at the Hospice House in Sarasota, Fla., on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007. She was a former resident of Oak Ridge, arriving in Oak Ridge with her two sons to join her husband, Frank, at the end of the war in 1946. Hazel and her husband lived in Oak Ridge until about 20 years ago when they moved to their retirement house near Sarasota. While in Oak Ridge, she was a member of the Oak Ridge Woman's Club and a very active arts and crafter. She and her husband were active boaters and longtime members of the Oak Ridge Boat Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Thurman, and one son, Allan Thurman. Survivors include a son, Marshall Thurman of Sarasota; two grandchildren, Andrew Thurman of New York, N.Y., and Kristine Grzep and her husband, Christopher, and their two children, Sydney and Casey Grzep of Sarasota. No local services are planned. Internment will be in the family plot near Knoxville. Mr. Garland Pershing "Geep" Wright, age 89, of Lakemont Drive, Rockwood, Tenn., passed away Friday, Aug. 10, 2007, in the Briarcliff Health Care Center in Oak Ridge. Mr. Wright was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II; a member of Asbury Chapel United Methodist Church in Rockwood; a member of Rockwood Lodge No. 403 F&AM; a member of the Tennessee Bee Keepers Association; a member of the United Carpenters & Joiners of America; and an avid duck and bird hunter and fisherman. He was a retired carpenter with TVA. Preceded in death by wife, Elizabeth "Bugg" Wright; brothers, Frank and James Marlon Wright; and sister, Martha W. Mathis. Survivors include his daughter: Mary Louise Parks and husband, Ed, of Charlotte, N.C.; step-son, Bobby L. Dodd and wife, Judy, of Oak Ridge, Tenn.; step-daughter, Diana Ratcliffe of Rockwood, Tenn.; several grandchildren; and a sister, Anna L. McCuiston of Rockwood, Tenn. Memorial contributions may be made to Asbury Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 822, Rockwood, TN 37854. The family received friends Sunday, Aug. 12, 2007, from 6 until 8 p.m., at Evans Mortuary. The celebration service followed at 8 p.m. in the chapel of Evans Mortuary with the Rev. Keith Knight and Bro. O.T. Smith officiating. Graveside service and entombment will be Monday, Aug. 13, 2007, at 11 a.m., in the Roane Memorial Gardens with honors by the Roane County Military Memorial Honor Guard. Evans Mortuary in Rockwood is in charge of arrangements. ============================================ SUPPORT OUR TROOPS---FLY THE FLAG ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour