David Hill
I didn’t know buzz for very long, he was a very good man, who loved to sneak in a little bit of tv now and then! I am so sorry to hear he has passed, was a great man, more than a good father. LT. COL. David L. Hill U.S. Army
Alfred "Buzz" Livingston
Birth date: Jan 11, 1949 Death date: Jun 5, 2020
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Alfred “Buzz” Livingston, 71, of Elizabethton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born to the late Albert and Rebecca Livingston. Buzz was a member of Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ for over 30 yeras. He retired from Unisys after over 18 years of dedicated service. Buzz was an avid hunter, he and his wife Joy enjoyed shooting skeet and trap together, at Unaka Rod and Gun Club where he was a lifelong member. Buzz also enjoyed woodworking and refinishing antiques from the East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia regions. His greatest joy in life came when he would spend time with his grandsons teaching them to shoot.In addition to his to his parents, Buzz was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Briggs; and brother, Greg Livingston. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Joy Livingston; daughter, Nicole Higgins (Michael); grandsons, Caden and Nick Ward; sisters, Janet Hulsey, and Sherry Townsend (Carl); brother, Mike Livingston (Lynn); along with several nieces and nephews. The Livingston family will gather to greet friends and share memories on Monday, June 8, 2020 at Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ from 5:00pm-7:00pm. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 7:00pm with Rev. Donny Reagan officiating. Everyone who wishes to attend is asked to practice social distancing and take all possible precautions. The Livingston family would like to extend a special thank you to Ballad Hospice, and all of Buzz’s caregivers, Louise McKinney who he always said was his girl, Wendy McGee, Kenneth and Debra Grindstaff, Sherry Wiggins, and Paige Hensley. In lieu of flowers, the Livingston family has requested that donations be made in Buzz’s memory to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or the American Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60601.Read Obituary
Mike Johnson
Dear Sister Joy & Family:
I wish I knew Buzz well enough to share memory with you here, but that's not the case. I only knew him as my brother in Christ as we worshiped together at Happy Valley Church of Jesus Christ, even though that's been several years ago due to his illness. But Buzz always struck me as a "good ole boy" kinda guys who never met a stranger. And he put me in mind of a colored man Brother Branham mentioned in some of his sermons. Seems this particular dealt with slavery, and this particular man appeared different from all the others in the group in the way he held his head high & his chin up, with his chest sticking out, always ready to do whatever he was given to do. People couldn't help but notice these things & ask why this slave was different from all the rest. When asked, the slave owner would say this particular man was the son of a tribal king in Africa, & though he is an alien & a slave in our country, he still conducts himself as royalty. I always thought Buzz had that kind of appearance about him, like he knew where he came from & where he was going when his life here on earth was over, not just a son of "a" king, but a son of "the" King (Jesus Christ). I believe he's gone back to the place where he originated from. My family & I share in your loss, but we also encourage you as we look forward to seeing Buzz again real soon. With all our love,
The Johnson Family (Mike, Dede, & Andrew)
Gina Williams
in honor of Alfred.
Nicole and Momma Joy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad/husband. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gina McGee Williams
Nicole Higgins
Thank you ❤️
Kimball Sterling
Our condolences to our dear friend Joy on the lose of her beloved Buz. They shall meet again and what a joyous day that will be for them and for all that knew these fine righteous
Individuals. Our deep and sincere thoughts and meaningful prays are with Joy and the entire family during this home going for her beloved Buz. God be with you all.
Kimball,Victoria, Bobbie ,Emma, Katie Sterling and all the grand kids
Kimball Sterling
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Trudy Eddie Brumitt
in honor of Alfred.
Knew Buzz, as well as Joy and Nikki, for many years. Shared alot of laughs hugs and love for each other. Went to school with them, they lived in our neighborhood many years and I babysit for Nikki. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Go rest high on the mountain Buzz. ❤️
Randall Salts
Joy and family
We was sorry to read about Buzz he was always good to me. And always had a smile on his face when I'd come up. Your all in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Randy, Deadra and
Katelyn Salts
Anonymous
Sent an Emerald Garden Basket to the Livingston family.
