ABSTON, Mary Ella (d. 1998)

ABSTON , MARY ELLA, 72, formerly of Mossy Grove, died Jan. 7, 1998 in Claiborne Co.  Preceded by husband, John H. Abston.  Survived by daughter, Brenda and husband Clay Erickson; 4 grandchildren, 3 g-grandchildren; last surviving sister-in-law, Mary Smith and last surviving sister-in-law Helen Abston. Interment in Roane Memorial Gardens.  [Morgan County News]

ABSTON, Johnny (d. 1989)

ABSTON, JOHNNY, 61, of the Mossy Grove Community, died August 3, 1989. Survivors: Ella Smith Abston; daughter and husband, Clay and Brenda Sue Erickson, foster daughter, Pearl Pogue of Harriman;four grandchildren, several step children; four brothers, Chester and Charlie of Oliver Springs; Jack of Atlanta, and Tommy of Fla.  Interment in Roane Memorial Gardens. [Morgan County News]