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Mollie Monroe Lusk, 92

Mrs. Mollie Monroe Lusk of Mt. Juliet died Dec. 23 at her residence following a lengthy illness. An educator and native of Warren County, she was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Taylor Lusk, Sr., and by her parents, General and Lena Martin Paige.

Age 92, she was a devoted wife, mother and teacher, who thoroughly enjoyed her students. Her last years of teaching were with Head Start and the kindergarten programs. In retirement she enjoyed volunteering at River Park Hospital and with other service organizations. A member of the Retired Teachers Association and a 1942 graduate of A&I State Teachers College, she was also a member of Hiawassee Church of Christ.

Survivors include a son, Marvin Taylor Lusk, Jr., of McMinnville; three daughters and son-in-law, Yvonne Carney of Nashville; Joyce and Walter Penn of Cincinnati; and Beverly Martin of Mt. Juliet.

She is also survived by six grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. Special acknowledgement goes to her niece, Barbara Elaine Price.

Visitation for Mrs. Lusk will be today from noon until 8 p.m. with a wake Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. at High’s Chapel. Burial will take place at Martin Charge at 2 p.m. Minister George King will serve as officiant for Mrs. Lusk’s services.

High Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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