Mildred M Whetsell "Miss Bibbie"

October 20, 1913 - January 29, 2018

Mrs. Mildred (Bibbie) Whetsell, 104, Johnson City, peacefully went to sleep and woke up in the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 29, 2018, at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Erwin, TN raised in Johnson City and attended Dunbar School. She was the daughter of the late Myrtle McCall and Will Roland. She was preceded in death by her husband Malachi Whetsell. Affectionately known as “Miss Bibbie”, was one of the best cooks in town. She used those skills while employed at Dunbar School, Bertha Ellis Girls Club and the Head Start Center. She received numerous plaques and awards for her service to the community. In 2013, she was honored by her family and friends and received a proclamation from the city of Johnson City in celebration of her 100th birthday. She was a faithful (and oldest) member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. When she was able, she enjoyed gardening, cooking meals for everyone and sitting on her porch. She loved her family and was instrumental in raising and caring for many children. Her love for others has impacted several generations. Survivors include: one daughter, Rose Love; two grandchildren, Talena (Austin) Smiley and Rob (Jasmine) Love; two great grandchildren, Mason and Max, cousins: Charles (Linda) Robinson, Jimmy and Juanita Robinson, Boyce Young, the Salters family, and a host of other relatives. Special friends: Rev. Charles Martin, Mr. Hugh Collie, Mrs. Joan Bradley, Ms. Sonya Price, Mrs. Rita Bradley, Ms. Lillian Ervin, Mrs. Carolyn Fain, Billy (Boo) Williams and her West 8th Avenue Family. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday February 3, 2018 at the Birchette Mortuary Chapel. The family will receive friends from 12:00pm until 1:00pm at the chapel prior to the services. Interment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Johnson City.