Mrs. Janette Bailey Walters, age 99, Jonesborough, passed away Saturday, December 5, at her residence.
Born in Burnsville, NC, her family moved to Jonesborough during her childhood. She was a graduate of Lamar High School. Janette, along with her late husband Sherman, owned and operated Walters Poultry and Stock Farm for many years. She was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church. In recent years, she had enjoyed time with family, especially her great-grandchildren. Her memory was astounding, and the stories of her childhood and courtship brought smiles to everyone.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Sherman Walters; parents, Walter and Maude Bailey; sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Warren Bolton; son, Kenneth Walters; son-in-law, Sam McKee; and nephews Richard and Scott Teague.
She is survived by daughter, Brenda McKee; daughter-in-law, Jolene Walters; grandchildren Suzanne Walters Willoughby (Tom), Patti Walters (Joe Williams), Tiffany Hodge, and Frank Walters (Kim); great-grandchildren Nora and Nate Walters; nephews and nieces Charles Teague (Carolyn), Sylvia Teague, and Jack Teague (Ora), David Harrell (Lynn); special cousins Alma Lee Edwards and Susie Hicks; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
Due to COVID there will be no formal visitation. Those wishing to pay their respect may do so Monday, December 7, 2020 from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held by the family.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Amedisys Hospice, and especially Ashley Elledge, RN, for their support the last few months.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethesda United Methodist Church in care of Sue Taylor, 4138 Jackson Lane, Jonesborough, TN 37659.
12/10/2020
Charlene Depew -A-1 Independent Living Solutions
My thoughts and prayers for the family. Our company would come out one time a week, and clean for her until covid happened. We had her for many years. She will be missed by many. ❤
A wonderful person has departed from our community and will be greatly missed by many. Aunt Janette was a remarkable woman who managed to raise a family while helping to run a farm at the same time. She was always friendly and welcoming to me and my family when we met. Even at a very elderly age she continued to do many household chores like cooking, sewing, etc while in a wheel chair. She was really special.
12/08/2020
Lori and Mackenzie Baldwin
We are so sorry for your loss. She was a precious lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
My mother was Ina Walters, daughter of William David Walters. I want to express my condolences to the family of Janette Walters, wife of Sherman Walters - I guess my second cousin. I know all are looking forward to that time when our families will be reunited. God Bless you.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
12/07/2020
Connie Townsend Saldana
I remember Nanny Net well as granny called her she was a great lady. At one time or another we all worked on the egg farm. May God be with you in the days to come and give you comfort.
My deepest condolences for your loss. My prayers are with you!
A wonderful ,smart lady who Glenda and I came to know through her grandson Frank. We knew her as “Nanny”. To the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, (Nora and Nate), we send our condolences and prayers. We know you will miss her. Just remember we shall see her again in a short while. She is now pain free with no more suffering.
