All Obituaries

Priscilla Byrge Burton, age 75 of Caryville, went to her Heavenly home on Monday, April 15, 2024. She was born on January 14, 1949, to the late Arvile Byrge and Arletta (Allen) Byrge. Priscilla enjoyed gardening, canning, loved to sing, enjoyed all animals, and loved to cook, and was well known for making biscuits, but her biggest joy was her grandkids and great grandchildren. She also attended Bible Way Gospel Church in Clinton. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her...

Gertie “Louise” Phillips age 88 of Jacksboro, departed this life on April 15, 2024. Louise was born January 2, 1936 in Anderson County to the late Ted and Lula Mae Heatherly Disney. She loved working in the yard, mowing, cooking, gardening, canning, sewing, and spending time with her family. Louise was a longtime and faithful member of Cumberland View Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Virgle Phillips of 58 years; her brothers,...

Joseph “Joe” Daniel Ward, 28 years old from Caryville, departed this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at his residence. He was a member of the Clinchmore Baptist Church. Joe loved guns, knives, hunting, and playing his guitar. He enjoyed entertaining his family and friends, but his biggest enjoyment was his kids. Joe is survived by his parents, Ray and Kathy Ward; children, Waylon, Raylan, and KateLynn Ward; sister, DesaRay Fletcher and husband, Wayne; mother of his children,...

CARL HOGAN WOODSON, JR, age 76, formally of LaFollette, passed away Wednesday, April 10 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He was born January 15, 1948, to Carl H. and Vandalee Woodson. Carl married his grade school sweetheart, Theresa Dossett, and they moved to Ypsilanti, Michigan, where he began his lifetime career at Ford Motor Company. Eventually, the two bought a farm where Carl farmed beef cattle, tended horses for his daughter to barrel race, and raised a garden for the whole neighborhood. In...

David Michael “Mike” Anderson, age 73 passed away on April 7, 2024. He was raised in Hamilton, OH. Mike was a retired chief engineer for Lowes Universal Hotels. He retired to LaFollette 18 years ago. Mike loved fishing, boating, and traveling. Mike is preceded in death by his parents and 2 sons. Mike is survived by his wife Beth Anderson; sister, Linda Perry; children, grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Mike’s wishes were to be cremated. The family has entrusted the...

Sue Spradlin Poteet of LaFollette, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, April 5, 2024.  She was a member of Midway Baptist Church and attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church for many years. Sue’s proudest accomplishment was being a mother, then later grandmother (to 5 “perfect” grandchildren) then great-grandmother to 7 (also perfect) great-grandchildren. She was always their greatest supporter, defender, and champion, showering them with unconditional love. Her...

Theodore Ernest Maiden, age 79 of LaFollette, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at his home. He was born on December 24, 1944, to the late Ernest Woodrow Maiden and Louise Barker Maiden. Theodore enjoyed golfing, fishing, small time farming, and woodworking. He also spent twenty-one years in the United States Airforce and nine years with NASA.   In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Bill Maiden. Theodore is survived by his loving wife Judy Maiden of...

Kisha Ann Ivey, age 46 of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday April 3, 2024. Kisha enjoyed cooking, flowers, decorating and spending time with her family that she loved dearly. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Wheeler and Delphia Nelson, and William and Doris Murphy; stepdaughter, Caitlyn Branam; and mother-in-law, Donna Morris. Kisha is survived by her husband, Jason Ivey of LaFollette; parents, Larry and Kathy Murphy of Michigan; sons, James Cross and wife Madalin of North...

James “Ed” Edward Amick, age 69 of Speedwell, departed this life on Monday, April 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 13, 1955, to the late Ralph and Clarice Amick. He was a loving husband of 12 years, father, and grandfather that enjoyed working with heavy equipment. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death his brother Lonnie Blevins. He is survived by his loving wife of 12 years Sandra Amick of Speedwell; son James Amick...

Rex Howard “Howie” Sweat, age 70 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 1, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on March 10, 1954, to the late Cuen (Honey) and Eltha (Dial) Sweat. Rex enjoyed softball, cooking, westerns, and wrestling.  He was also employed with the Campbell County School System for over 30 years where he worked for Valley View and Jacksboro Middle School. Rex touched so many lives on this earth with his kindness,...