Charles Youngerman
James William (Bill) Blevins
Charles Youngerman
FEBRUARY 10, 1938 - AUGUST 17, 2025
Charles Youngerman was born on February 10th, 1938, Charles grew up on a rural farm in Henderson County, Tennessee, in a house occupied by three families.
In 1970 he took a big risk to help build and manage Townhouse Homes, the first factory in the Selmer Industrial Site. In discussing the risk of the move with his wife Kate, she told him that she had eaten peanut butter and steak and liked both. That started his 40+ year career in the housing industry. His dedication to hard work and customer satisfaction made him extremely successful in the industry. Charles was involved in all aspects of the housing industry from construction to sales to subdivision development.
Charles served on the Tennessee Housing Association Board for several decades and served the organization as President, Vice President, and Treasurer.
Johnny Davis Moore
James William (Bill) Blevins
Charles Youngerman
SEPTEMBER 24, 1948 - JULY 26, 2025
Johnny Davis Moore, age 76, was born September 24,1948 and passed away Saturday, July 26,2025 in Jackson.
Johnny was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was a manager at Clayton Homes in Jackson for 34 years where “The mobile home revolves in the Sky”.
James William (Bill) Blevins
James William (Bill) Blevins
James William (Bill) Blevins
NOVEMBER 25, 1940 - FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Bill was a man who wore many, many hats! You really should read his exceptional and varied accomplishments here.
After working with his father in the wholesale division of Blevins Popcorn, Bill decided he wanted to be in business for himself. In 1971, he purchased a building supply business which he later renamed Blevins, Inc. At 30 years old, he devoted himself to growing the company and ultimately expanded from one location in Nashville to multiple locations in the Southeast and Midwest. In 1996, his oldest son, Brad, joined him in the business, and after 50+ years of growth, the company has expanded to twenty-five locations across the country and three manufacturing plants in Virginia. The company is still family owned and run by Brad.
Bill was a wonderful, supportive member of our industry for so many years, through service on the THA Board of Directors as well as the Foundation Board of Directors. Bill was inducted into the TN Manufactured Housing Hall of Fame in June of 2006, which exemplifies one’s commitment of time and dedication. Our memory vaults are full of pictures and conversations!
William 'Bill' Lyn Goins
William 'Bill' Lyn Goins
James William (Bill) Blevins
JULY 28, 1959 - NOVEMBER 6, 2024
William Lyn Goins (Bill), 65, of Florence, AL passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Bill was born in Anniston, AL and grew up in the Calhoun County area. He graduated from Weaver High School and went on to Jacksonville State before entering the finance industry. Bill served many clients and communities for over 40 years and served the manufactured housing industry well. Bill's last service was with Common Sense Lending.
Bill enjoyed golfing, fishing, but most of all spending time with his family. His kindness, humor, and upbeat spirit touched all who knew him.
Randall B. Vaughn
William 'Bill' Lyn Goins
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AUGUST 30, 1935 - DECEMBER 25, 2020
Randall Burklow Vaughn was born in Nashville, TN on August 30, 1935, to Ruby Burklow Vaughn and Jesse Dalton Vaughn, Sr. He was the third child of eleven. Randall passed away on December 25, 2020, surrounded by his family.
Randall was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving in Germany, where he met his wife, Susanna, the love of his life. They were married for 61 years.
Randall was in the Reserves for 10 years and retired from the US Army Corps of Engineers. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, and was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Randall loved his family dearly.
Randall was a successful businessman and still worked in manufactured housing property management, and was a member of the Tennessee Housing Association. He enjoyed working, hunting, traveling, and snow skiing. He also enjoyed helping others and was extremely generous.
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William 'Bill' Lyn Goins
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OCTOBER 20, 1955 - NOVEMBER 1, 2020
Dale Woods, 65, of Riceville, passed away November 1, 2020 doing what he loved, fishing in Key West with his fishing buddy, Randy Mullins. Dale also loved classic cars and Nascar racing!
Dale was the owner/manager of Woods Mobile Homes in Sweetwater, TN, for 41 years. Dale was a longtime and appreciated member and supporter of the Tennessee Housing Association.
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
MAY 8, 1961 - OCTOBER 24, 2020
Chet Murphree died Saturday, October 24, 2020, at his residence, after battling cancer. He was born May 8, 1961, in Morgan County to Charles Leroy Murphree and Elizabeth Ann Sample. Mr. Murphree was a graduate of Decatur High School and of U.A.H. College. He was the President and General Manager of Deer Valley Homebuilders, of which, he was one of the original founders of the company and served on the Board of Directors.
Chet was Person of the Year for the Alabama Manufactured Housing Commission in 2015, and was inducted into the Alabama Manufactured Housing Industry Hall of Fame in 2017. Chet served on the Alabama State Board for Manufactured Housing and on the Board of the Alabama Housing Foundation. Chet was a man of faith, and served on the Board of Real Party Ministries.
Joe Clayton
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
DECEMBER 2, 1935 - AUGUST 3, 2020
Joe Clayton age 84 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020.
Joe was born and raised in Finger, Tennessee to a family of sharecroppers, and quickly realized he wanted a different life for himself. He left farm life in his late teens and decided to attend Draughon’s Business College in Nashville where he graduated with a business degree.
Joe ventured into his career alongside his brother, Jim. Joe was instrumental in helping Jim with the creation of the many Clayton organizations. Joe was president of Clayton Automotive, Clayton Volvo, and was the co-founder of Mercedes Benz of Columbus in Georgia. He was also the co-founder of Clayton Homes and Vanderbilt Mortgage with his brother Jim. In addition, Joe was the president of the Lincoln-Mercury Dealer Council and Volvo Dealer Council. He served as president and chairman of the Tennessee Automotive Association, and served on the boards of Clayton Homes, Clayton Bank, First Horizon Bank, and the YMCA among other notable accomplishments.
William 'Bill' Earl Tuller
Charles 'Chet' Murphree, Jr.
William 'Bill' Earl Tuller
OCTOBER 15, 1940 - FEBRUARY 8, 2020
On Saturday, February 8, 2020, William Earl (Bill) Tuller, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 79 in Knoxville, Tennessee after a short battle with cancer. Bill was born on October 15, 1940, in Mansfield, Ohio to Clarence and Virginia Tuller. Following his graduation from Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, North Carolina, Bill spent his career in finance working for General Electric Credit Corporation, Bank of America and finally 21st Mortgage in Knoxville at the time of his retirement.
For the past 25 years, Bill was devoted to his wife Dean O’Donniley Tuller, and together they filled each day with laughter and adventure. Bill was a bolt of lightning to those who knew him. Never one to stand still for long, he was committed to both God and his family in a way that made everyone he touched feel special. In addition to his family, Bill loved Tennessee football, the game of golf and time with his friends. With his friend of more than 50 years, Hal Deatherage, Bill spent countless days in marginal weather chasing a little white ball, all while needling each other endlessly. Always humble, Bill was a skilled golfer and his passion for the game was infinite. He traveled the world with his family and friends teeing it up and tallying a total of three holes-in-one during his time on the links.
Jim Oliver
Bayne Yarbrough
William 'Bill' Earl Tuller
OCTOBER 22, 1952 - SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Jim Oliver, age 66 of Hohenwald, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019. Jim was married to Evon (Onweller) Oliver with whom he shared 9 children, 27 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
A business owner by trade, Jim was born in Caro, Michigan, but later moved to Hohenwald in 1995. Jim brought his business, Mobile Home Safety Products, with him... and after moving to Hohenwald changed the business name to Oliver Technologies. The company continues to operate, supplying products and services to the manufactured housing industry and more.
Jim lived his life trying to help others. He was an avid hunter and loved riding motorcycles. More than anything else, Jim loved his family and his friends.
Lori Sechrest
Bayne Yarbrough
Bayne Yarbrough
DECEMBER 14, 1965 - JIUNE 25, 2018
Lori Lee (Woodyard) Sechrest, 52, of Dickson, TN, passed away Monday evening, June 25, 2018, after a well fought battle against Metastatic Colon Cancer. Lori did not let cancer become the descriptor of her life on Earth, but just a small piece of her incredible life story of love and the pursuit of dreams. Lori always relied on her faith in God and His leadership, guidance and grace, because she always recognized that without Him there was nothing.
Lori was elected to the THA Board of Directors in 2008. Lori served as an installer/Transporter Director, and also served as the Middle Tennessee Director. During the ten years Lori served this industry on the state level, she Chaired several Committees including the Annual Convention, Education, Transportation and Zoning. She was a member of the Legislative Committee and reviewed and commented on any piece of state legislation which affected codes, transportation or zoning.
Her ever ready smile and infectious laugh will certainly be missed!
Bayne Yarbrough
Bayne Yarbrough
Bayne Yarbrough
NOVEMBER 27, 1939 - MARCH 29, 2018
Bayne was born November 27, 1939 in McRae, GA, to Ashley Yarbrough and Johnnie Mae Clements Yarbrough. Bayne married Patricia Miller on December 31, 1978, and together they shared 39 years of a wonderful marriage.
Bayne was a graduate of the University of Georgia and loved his Bulldogs. He served in the U.S. Air Force Guard after graduation. Bayne’s career was in management in the finance industry, starting with GECC, and then several banks as Regional Manager and Vice President.
Bayne served the manufactured housing industry in various capacities over the years, including President of the Board for three State Associations (AR, TN and MS) during his career.
Sam Swann
Charlie Taylor
Bill Macke
1963 - MARCH 12, 2018
Sam Swann, age 55 of Dandridge, passed away from complications of injuries sustained in an accident. He was a member of New Vision Ministries in White Pine, owner of Swann’s Mobile Homes and Southern Impact Pulling Sled. Survivors include his wife of 17 years, Cindy Swann, children, Travis Swann, Sammie Swann, Lexi Swann and Lesley Swann, special girls; Hannah and Hailey Collins, grandchildren, Brycton Swann and Xzayden-Zek Swann, sister, Lois Fain and brother AB Swann Jr, also several nieces, nephews, other family members and all of the pulling community.
Bill Macke
Charlie Taylor
Bill Macke
JUNE 9, 1954 - JUNE 14, 2017
William Barber Macke started his insurance agency in 1983, and has been insuring manufactured housing retailers, communities, installers, transporters, and other industry related companies, in multiple states. In the past, Bill served on the Association and Foundation Board of Directors. In earlier years, Bill worked with THA’s legislative committees, in advancing education to our state legislators. Outspoken and gregarious, Bill was dedicated to this industry.
Charlie Taylor
Charlie Taylor
Vance 'Blinky' Evans, Jr.
JULY 10, 1959 - FEBRUARY 18, 2017
Charlie Taylor started his manufactured home retailer business in 1987. Through the years, Charlie served on the Board of Directors for both the Tennessee (Manufactured) Housing Association and the Tennessee Manufactured Housing Foundation.
Charlie served as chapter president for the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the Association, for many years, while proudly serving his many customers in the Sumner County region, and beyond.
Vance 'Blinky' Evans, Jr.
Lowell Thomas 'Tom' Jackson
Vance 'Blinky' Evans, Jr.
MAY 21, 1944 - FEBRUARY 18, 2017
Blinky was a 1966 graduate of the University of Georgia, where he played football for the legendary coach Vince Dooley. He moved to Haleyville, AL in the early 70’s with his wife Becky, where he got his start in the manufactured housing industry. He was hired as a salesperson for Tidwell Industries and fell in love with the business. Blinkie never met a stranger and enjoyed telling a good story better than anyone.
After leaving Tidwell in the early 80’s he worked for Eagle Housing, Sunbelt Homes, Buccaneer Homes and Southern Homes over his 40-year career. He retired in 2011 and enjoyed the outdoors, working in his garden and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of First Baptist Church Haleyville, AL.
Lowell Thomas 'Tom' Jackson
Lowell Thomas 'Tom' Jackson
Lowell Thomas 'Tom' Jackson
FEBRUARY 15, 1947 - MAY 29, 2012
Master Sergeant Lowell Thomas ‘Tom’ Jackson, age 65 of Holladay, passed away May 29, 2012, after fighting pancreatic cancer.
Tom retired from the Air Force after 20 years of service to his country and went on to work in the manufactured housing industry for over 20 years.
Tom served on the Tennessee Housing Association Board of Directors, representing West Tennessee industry affiliates.