There are several groups and organizations along with
many individuals who have helped in the search for Mike Hearon. Our family is very
grateful for the help and support from the community and we would like to thank:
Blount County Sheriff’s Office
Rural Metro
Blount County Volunteer Rescue Squad
Blount County Search & Rescue Team
Blount Special Operations Response Team
National Park Service
Maryville Fire Department
Blount County Fire Department
Friendsville Volunteer Fire Department
Greenback Fire Department
Alcoa Fire Department
Blount County Communication Center
Blount County Emergency Management Agency
The realtors of Blount County
Home Builders Association
Red Cross
Smithview Pavilion and Life Event Center
All the volunteers who participated in the search and those who brought food and
water to those searchers
Andrew & Julie Masterson for building the website and online groups dedicated to
finding Mike