OBITUARY
Robert Carroll Alvis
March 19, 1936 – August 27, 2012
Alvis, Robert C., Sr., age 76, of South Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 27, 2012. He was born in Morristown and grew up in Kingsport before moving to Knoxville in 1956. Robert was a member of Gospel Baptist Church where he thoroughly enjoyed working there doing whatever needed to be done. For most of his life Robert was known for his precise auto upholstery for which he won many awards. He was a member of the Smoky Mt. Antique Engine and Tractor Club. He made many friends through his ownership of a 1902 Cadillac replica. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Grace; sister, Ruby, and brother, Paul. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Wanda Alvis; daughter, Angie Wood, son, Robert Alvis, Jr., granddaughter, Jennifer Wood who he adored; one grandson; sister, Bessie Delozier; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family will receive friends on Thursday, August 30th from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 8:00 PM, Rev. Rocky Glenn and Rev. I.A. Sparks officiating. Family and friends will meet at Berry Funeral Home on Friday, August 31st at 12:15 PM to go in procession to Highland South Cemetery for a 1:00 PM interment service. The service will conclude with a dove release. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com
Services
- Visitation Thursday, August 30, 2012
- Funeral Service Thursday, August 30, 2012
REMEMBERING
Robert Carroll Alvis
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RECEIVE UPDATESherbert nora sam sparks
August 31, 2012
Always will remember you.
frank and mickey. (jr) willford
August 30, 2012
ROBERT WILL BE VERY MISSED. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT YO THE FAMILY.
FRANK AND MICKEY WILLFORD
August 30, 2012
My Thoughts and prayers go out to the family sorry for the loss
Michael and Amy Hammill
Faye Williams
August 30, 2012
Wanda, I'm so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. You and the family are in my prayers.
Your cousin,
Faye Cavender Williams
Mary Lynn Fain
August 30, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sherri Lewis-Monday
August 29, 2012
Wanda& family, so sorry to hear the passing of Robert. I will never forget the time he had a car accident(many years ago), and I went crazy thinking he got hurt. May God comfort you all during his loss, your in our prayers.
Ashley Southern
August 29, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. Praying God comforts your family during this difficult time.
Ashley Southern
August 29, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. Praying God comforts your family during this difficult time.
August 29, 2012
Wanda, Angie, and Jennifer, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your life during this time of sorrow. If I can be of further service please don't hesitate to call. Tom King Berry Funeral Home
August 29, 2012
we are so sorry.u all are in our prayers.love u all.vicky (greene) fernette (athens,tn.)heather and ron burns (eagle rock,mo.)
Chris Darnell
August 29, 2012
I am deeply saddened by the passing of such a good man.May God's grace and the peace of the Holy Spirit watch over and comfort you at this time.
VERNIECA GREENE WEAVER
August 29, 2012
DEAR WANDA, ANGIE, ROBERT JR., JENNIFER AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY.... I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
ROBERT WAS LOVED ALL AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND EACH OF YOU AND GIVE YOU THE COMFORT YOU NEED TO GET THRU THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I LOVE YOU ALL AND SEND YOU A BUG HUG. VERNIECA GREENE WEAVER AND FAMILY
lonnie greene
August 29, 2012
We are so sorry for your lost we will miss him alot you are all in our prayers Lonnie& Birdie Greene
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