All Obituaries

Michael Lee Johnson, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. He was a loving husband of 50 years, father, brother, and uncle that enjoyed spending time with his family. He also loved fishing and hunting. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, R.M. and Coleen Campbell Johnson; and brother Francis Johnson. He is survived by his loving wife, Doris Johnson; son, Roy Johnson; brothers, Monroe and wife Sheila of Jacksboro, Charles and wife Leslie of Jacksboro,...

David Ray Evans, age 65 of Jacksboro, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at his home. He was born on August 7, 1956 to the late Dewey and Mary Ann (Hinkle) Evans. David was a loving husband of 36 years, father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He loved his work, racing cars, and flying his ultra lite.  David also enjoyed playing music and entertaining others and riding his side by side with his friends. In...

Della Mae Saylor, age 80 of Lexington, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born on January 27, 1941 to the late Henry and Ruby (Sellers) Ward. She enjoyed decorating, cooking, flowers, sewing, and crafts. She was a member of Cornerstone Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her grandson Joshua Noe; brothers Clifford, Ken, Ralph, Dean, Coy, and Joe Ward; sister Diane Lemaire; and father of her children Burchel Saylor. She is...

Aaron Troy Caldwell, age 49, passed away on Saturday January 15. 2022. He was of the Baptist faith. Aaron enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his Mom, his dog “Bingo”, and his nieces and nephews. He also loved playing video games with his nephews. Aaron is preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Eva Williams Caldwell and brother William Caldwell. He is survived by brother, Anson Caldwell and wife Jennifer of Jacksboro; sister, Angel Bare and husband Jim of Bluff City;...

Gracey Ann Phillips, age 17 of Caryville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 14, 2022 at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. She was born on September 5, 2004. Gracey enjoyed Justin Bieber music, stuffed animals, hairbows, and spending time with her family. She was of the Baptist Faith. She is survived by her loving parents James and Donna Phillips of Caryville; brother Brandon Phillips of Caryville; sister Jamie Phillips of Jacksboro; and several aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Wilbur Thomas “Tommy” Davis, age 63 of New Tazewell, passed away on Friday, January 14th, 2022 at the Claiborne Medical Center. He was born October 8th, 1958 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Wilbur and Elizabeth (Murray) Davis. Tommy was a coal miner for many years, who enjoyed cars, animals, fishing, going to the lake and playing cards. In addition to his parents, Tommy is preceded in death by his wife, Vickie Davis. Tommy is survived by his daughter, Tara (Davis) Wilson and...

Merle Irene Johnson, age 83 of Cincinnati, OH, went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2022. She was born on October 2, 1938 to the late Willie and Eunice (Bruce) Chapman. She was a loving wife of over 60 years and a very loving mother that enjoyed spending time with her family. She also enjoyed working and attending church at West View United Methodist Church, where she was a member for many years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughters Wendy and...

Annette B. Lane age 64 of Clinton went home to be with the Lord on Saturday January 1, 2022. She was a loving wife of 41 years, loving mother and mammie that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.   Preceded in death by parents Willis Bray and Elsie Phillips Bray, daughter Tabitha Lane Markley, brothers Paul, Herbert, Harold Dean Bray, sisters Pauline Wicks, Peggy Feeny, Shirley Chapman and Fredia Foust.   Survived by husband Ray Lane of Clinton,...

Sylvia Jean Goins, age 73 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at U.T. Medical Center. She was born November 13, 1948 to the late Kelly and Ruby (Roach) Lynch. She enjoyed drawing, traveling, and going on vacation, spending time with her family, especially the family reunions. She especially enjoyed her dog Tadpole and being a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Slyvia retired from the Social Security Administration as a paralegal after 30 years of...

Dorothy Jayne Roach, age 67 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Select Medical in Knoxville. She was born on January 21, 1954 to the late Leo and Emma Lorene (Tucker) Riseden. She was a member of Stanfield Church of God. She was a loving wife, mother, and daughter that enjoyed spending time with her family, working on the farm raising goats, and attending horse shows with her granddaughter. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by...