Elder Etter affectionally known as Bobby by his friends cherished his high school sweetheart and beloved wife Norma M. (Speights) Etter and they were married over 65 years.

Their union was blessed with six children: Renona, John Jr., Rose, Charles, Theodora, and Ronald; 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great- grandchildren.

His spirit will be missed."Viewing Friday, October 16, 1-6pm, Smith Chapel, 706 Monroe St., Visitation Saturday, October 17, 11-12pm, Service to follow, Zion House of Prayer Community Church,1201 Joseph Ave., Interment Greenwood North Cemetery.

Smith Funeral Directors,(615)726-1476.