Elywn "Sandy" PalmerKnoxville, TNElywn Eugene "Sandy" Palmer passed away on Monday, January 23, 2017, in Knoxville, Tennessee after a wonderful life spanning 99 years. He was born on Sept. 4, 1917 in Pinson, Alabama to Claud and Annie Lou Palmer. He was a graduate of Berea College in Kentucky. After working a few years, he joined WWII in the Army Air Corps where he became a Navigator on a B-17 aircraft and flew missions over enemy territory. Upon returning from the war, he began a long career in the oil business with Pure Oil Company and eventually Union Oil Company with whom he retired in Tampa, Florida. Sandy is preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Jane Ezell. He is survived by two daughters and two sons, Elwyn Jr. (Martha), of Wilmington, NC, Alice Anderson (Mark - deceased) of Knoxville, TN, Anne Huffman (Howell) of Canton, GA, and Bill (Nancy) of Acworth, GA. There are also nine grandchildren, Kimberley, Melissa, Terri, Troy, Mark, Will, Susan, Benjamin and Brittany; plus 17 great-grandchildren. Sandy never met a stranger and very quickly was your friend. He was a compassionate person and cared deeply about the feelings of others. Sandy was honest beyond belief, his word was his bond, he was a good man and truly a representative of "The Greatest Generation". His family and many friends will sorely miss this fine man, but will keep his memory in their hearts. He was a faithful member of Concord United Methodist Church in Knoxville where he enjoyed ushering, his Sunday School class and Men's club. Sandy enjoyed being around his family and keeping up with their travels. In his retirement years, he and Jane enjoyed traveling overseas and in the US. He also never stopped trying to shoot his age when playing golf with his golfing buddies. The family would like to acknowledge the excellent care Sandy received from the staff at the NHC assisted living facility where he resided. Also, gratitude goes to Sandy's many close friends who visited him regularly at NHC as these visits gave him much joy. Family will receive friends 10:00-11:00 a.m., Friday, January 27, 2017, at Concord United Methodist Church with a celebration of life service to immediately follow. Private family burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Concord United Methodist Church at 11020 Roane Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee 37934. Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel is serving the family of Sandy Palmer. www.clickfh.com