From Staff Reports

Former State Rep. Tommy George Haun, who represented Hamblen and Greene counties in Nashville, died Thursday, Feb. 9.

Haun served in the State House of Representatives for six years and the State Senate for eight years where he accomplished many

Haun approached his job in Nashville excited to hear ideas to strengthen the community and address concerns. He was known for lending an ear to any person in need and working relentlessly to get their problems solved. His priority was to serve all: friend or foe.

Haun grew up of the Methodist faith and was ready to go to his heavenly home.

He was a long time resident of Greeneville.

He was a graduate of South Greene High School. He then enrolled at Cleveland State Community College where he played basketball.

He earned his BS and masters degree at ETSU.

He was a teacher and principal in the Greene County school System and later served on the Greene County school board. He became a State Farm Insurance agent January 1, 1980. He built his business on a foundation of honesty and integrity and never promised more than he could deliver. His clients respected and trusted him.

Haun was preceded in death by his parents: The Rev. Taylor and Gertrude Haun.

Haun is survived by his daughter: Debany Elizabeth Haun. He is also survived by two sisters: Ann (Wade) McCamey and Eddie (Curtis) Yates. Tommy had several nieces and nephews: Tonya (Ryan) Wilson, Todd (Amanda) McCamey, and Trent D. Henry; great nieces and nephews: Chloe Smith, Allie McCamey, and Butler Smith.

The family received friends from Saturday at Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home and will do so again Sunday 1-2 p.m., preceding the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Jim Fields officiating.

Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.