Ruby Pauline “Polly” Hollifield, age 79, departed this life on Friday, May 23, 2014. She was surrounded by her family as she entered into the peace and presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. Polly was born on October 28, 1934 in Knoxville, Tn. She was a member of Norwood Baptist Church. She was a wonderful servant that was truly admired by her family and friends. In addition to her husband, her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren who esteemed her because of her genuine love, forgiving spirit, compassion, and never ending fight. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul Dockery and Lillie Owenby and special brother Ralph Owenby. Polly is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jesse (Junior) Hollifield, two sons and daughters-in-law, Steve & Angela Hollifield, Tim & Sharon Hollifield, and daughter and son-in-law, Shawn and Mark Fawver. Grandchildren include: Stephanie Hollifield, Kory Hollifield, Matt Hollifield, Caitlin Hollifield, Jordan & Krystal Hollifield, Jeremy & Haleigh Hollifield, Kelsey Hollifield, Hannah Fawver, Nathan Fawver, Luke Fawver, and great grandson Evan Hollifield. Family and friends will meet at 2:45 pm Sunday at Greenwood Cemetery for graveside service at 3:00 pm with Rev. Fred Wade officiating.
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