Elisha Gipson retires after 40 years of service

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March 14, 2014

Friends and co-workers gathered to share in a bittersweet day in honor of Elisha Gipson. Gipson was celebrated for his 40 years of service at Lois M. Deberry Special Needs Facility, 7575 Cockrill Bend Blvd. The media, Tennessee State Sen. Thelma Harper, and others gathered for a retirement celebration in his honor.

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