Murrel Bly Walton

Murrel Bly Walton, age 77, of Shady Valley, Tennessee and formerly of West Jefferson, NC, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at her residence. She was born on July 17, 1936 to the late David and Mabel Severt Smith. In addition to her parents, Murrel was preceded in death by her husband Boy Walton and a sister, Pinkie Cochran. Murrel never met a stranger; showing kindness and compassion to everyone that she ever met. She had a friendly and loving spirit and enjoyed spending time and company with everyone, especially her children and grandchildren. Murrel loved Jesus and lived her life according to His Word. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Patty and Joe Milam of Creston, NC, Becky and Jimmy Lowe of Butler, TN and Kimra and Rick Campbell of Shady Valley, TN; sons and daughter-in-law: Kenny Walton and Roy and wife Rita Walton, all of Shady Valley, TN; sisters: Sylvia Roark of W. Jefferson, NC, Elsie Stone of Greensboro, NC and Sadie Lyles of W. Jefferson, NC; brothers: Ray Smith of Goldsboro, NC, Ralph Smith of W. Jefferson, NC and Roy Smith of PA; granddaughters: Kendi Walton, Kelsey Walton, Cayla Arney and husband Chad and Marissa Walton; grandsons: Jody Milam, Brian Walton, Derek Stidhams, Joshua Stidhams and Zack Walton; great grandchildren: Tyler Milam, Jeremiah Milam, Taylor Milam, Kole Walton, Brylan Walton and Zoey Walton; special friends: Shirley Howell, Karen Eller, Holiveen Cooper, Hilda Brookshire, Paula Reynolds, Dr. Raina Sluder, and David and Kim Dail; her little poodle, Angel and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Service was conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the Mountain City Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ken Holmes and Pastor Leonard Fletcher to officiate. Music will be provided by Leonard Fletcher and Ken and Chris Holmes. The family received friends from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the service on Saturday. **************Due to snow the Graveside Service and Interment will be Sunday, January 26, 2014 from the Bald Mountain Cemetery those that would like may meet at the funeral home by 1:00 p.m. Sunday to go in possession.************ Rev. Ralph Smith and Rev. Roy Smith to officiate. Pallbearers will be Jody Milam, Brian Walton, Derek Stidhams, Tyler Milam, Joshua Stidhams, Zach Walton, Jeremiah Milam and Rick Campbell. Honorary Pallbearers are David Sluder, Ronnie Jones, Leon Steagall, Charles Wallace, Dakotah Campbell, Chad Arney, Chris, Kevin and Matthew McCloud. At other times, the family will receive friends at the home, 642 Griffin Hollow Road, Shady Valley, TN 37688.