Bert Franklin Callahan, age 99, of Blountville, Tenn., went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 11, 2021 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born December 15, 1921 in Sullivan County, Tenn., a son of the late George and Addie Elizabeth Morley Callahan. Bert was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in WWII. He was a member of Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by granddaughter, Nikki Callahan; and several brothers and sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 74 years, Mildred Callahan; children, Bert Callahan, Jr. and wife Rose, Bob Callahan and wife Sharon, Jackie Callahan, Steve Callahan and wife Robin and Freddy Callahan; grandchildren, Kim Brewer, Terri Lewis and husband Walter, James Callahan and wife Dana, Traci Wheeler, Tyler Callahan and wife Amber, Samantha Lewis and husband Jordan, Wesley Callahan and wife Bailey, and Lindsay Callahan; great grandchildren, Amari, Teagan, Grayson, Jamie, Kayla, Kerrianne, Jessie, Dylan, Libby, Lindsey and Westley; and great-great grandchildren, Trisha and Emmalyn.
A private graveside service will be held at Glenwood Cemetery with Pastor Benny Bowman officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Tennessee Army National Guard Honor Guard.
Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net. Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
So sorry for your loss. We will be keeping you in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear this. Uncle Bert was special. Terrie (Rouse) Talbert
Freddy we are so sorry, prayers for you and your family.
I am sorry for your loss and am praying for the family. I grew up and attended church with them at Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. Mr. Callahan was a hard worker and I know he will be missed. God give you peace and comfort through this journey. Love and prayers.
I’m so sorry I can’t be there for y’all but I’m sending lots of love and prayers. Uncle Bert will be missed by many. I love you guys.
We are so sorry to here about your dad praying for you all Jimmy and Diana Smith
Sadly it to loose a love one like brother Callahan,
He sat an example for all of us work hard, be honest, trust in the Lord and He will give you a long and healthy life,
He like me attended an old fashion gospel preaching church where pastor Freeman Wright
preached the only way to Heaven is through Jesus Christ. We like him are setting an example for our friends and love ones.
God Bless and give you peace I pray.
Bob and Fran
Freddie, so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Donna booher and sarah worley
Samantha and family, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Pappaw, you are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know. We love you. Aunt Donna Booher and Sarah Worley
I am so sorry learn Mr. Callahan has left this earth. Last time we saw each other was at the eye doctor. Bobby take comfort in knowing both your dad and Bill have zero eye problems now praise the Lord. Love to you and Sharon.
Bert & Mildred have been wonderful neighbors for +40 yrs. The family is in our prayers. Not many around like Bert anymore!
Our thoughts and prayers for the entire family. Only knew Mr. and Mrs. Callahan and Bert and Rose, but thoughts to the rest of you that we never got to meet.
So sorry to learn this sad news. He was loved and will be missed by many! I have only fond memories. You guys were all like brothers to me growing up. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kristi (Leonard) Adams
So sorry to hear of your loss. I know Bert will be missed by many. Jr., Bobby, and Jackie been a long time since I’ve seen you but I think of you. Sending prayers and love to Mildred and family. My thoughts are with you all. Louise Callahan ( Aunt Lou).
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you aunt Mildred and family.
Bert, Bob, Jackie, and the entire Callahan family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I hate to hear about Bert passing. Lord only knows it’s been many, many years since I have saw or heard from any of them. That doesn’t mean that they were forgotten……it seems as if family’s and friends just drift apart with time. I personally have lost SOOOO MANY family members and childhood friends over the years it’s hard to believe that I am still here. I wish all the family the most heartfelt wishes that God can bring you peace in time….it’s never easy, only with time helps God heal our wounds. Love to you each and everyone. Fred(die) and Fran Davenport.
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Callahan’s passing. I know this is a very difficult time. I hope you will remember you have friends who will listen and care…and I am one of them. Sorry I did not know until just now.