Mr. Vergil Paul Stout, age 81, of Gray, TN died naturally at home on December 09, 2022.
Vergil was preceded in death by his parents, Anderson and Veulah Stout of Elizabethton.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Gray (56) years and two sons, their brides and children. Darrin (Ginger) of Cookeville and parents to Caleb and Ian. Kevin (Dana) of Memphis and parents to Coley, Parker, Micah and Knox. He is also survived by a sister, Jean of Elizabethton and a sister, Norma (Gary Buckles) of Atlanta; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends, Ted and Carol Douglas, godparents of Darrin and Kevin, have graciously loved and counseled them through the years.
Vergil graduated from Unaka High School. He later served in U.S. Army in the mid 60’s; was a long-time maintenance employee of Holston Defense and then BAE. He announced in the early 2000s that he would like “to do some woodworking.” He opened a little shop and would pull up a picture then create beautiful work that has blessed our sons and our friends and church.
As a Little League Baseball Coach, he made lifelong friends. The hugs and shared stories through the years have been a blessing.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 PM, Monday, December 12, 2022 at Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church with Dr. John Herdman officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Everyone is asked to meet at the Funeral Home at 1:30 PM to go in procession to the cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church, 197 Suncrest Street, Gray, TN 37615.
12/21/2022
Mary Southerland
Mary Ann, Darrin and Kevin I am so
Sorry to hear of Vergil’s passing. Our prayers are with each of you.
Just found out about my cousin, Vergil. Although We were 18 years apart and he was just starting his adult life when I was born, so we were somewhat distant, I’ve always loved my cousins. My love & condolences to his wife, family and to Norma & Jean.
12/18/2022
Russ and Jennifer Davis
Mary Ann. We are so sorry to learn of Vergel’s passing. You and he were such a great example to us many years ago in the early days of Tri-Cities Baptist Church. We so enjoyed his friendly and compassionate ways. Please know that you are in our prayers.
12/15/2022
Pam and Woody Johnson
Mary Ann and family, We are so sorry to learn of Vergil’s passing. May God continue to comfort you with loving memories of this kind and faithful man.
So sorry to hear about Virgil. You were a very special couple and I know he will be greatly missed. Praying for you and your family during this time that God will give you the strength and peace that you need. Looking forward to Jesus soon return when we will be together again!!
12/12/2022
John and Janice Brooks
Mary Ann and family,
Wanted you to know we remember Vergil from our Colonial Heights days as a devoted church member, family man, and Christian servant to many. Not too long ago I remember Vergil at our McDonald's gathering as a friend who possessed humor, compassion, humility, and positivity. He will be missed by us and many many more. May the Lord give you and your family peace and strength only HE can provide..
Your friends
John and Janice Brooks
We are so deeply sorry and our hearts and prayers go out to your family!!! We have been neighbors for all these years seeing Vergil busy in the yard working and he always smiles and speaks!!! He will be very Missed by the Ketron family our deepest condolences!!!
Sorry to hear about Vergil’s passing. He was a great person, a great husband, a wonderful father and grandfather and a true friend to all who knew him. The entire family is in our prayers.
