All Obituaries

Patricia Ann Stevens, age 67 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 18, 2020. She was born on January 1, 1953 to the late William and Pricie Sloan. Patricia enjoyed gardening, camping, working in the yard, and cooking. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sons Mitchell Stevens Jr. and Patrick O’Brian Stevens; brother Gary Sloan; sister Louise Young. She is survived by...

Eric went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 17, 2020. He was a loving son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone he met. Never met a stranger and loved by all. He loved life. He loved his church “Stanfield Church of God.” He enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, but most of all he loved to get dirty in the mud. He enjoyed the outdoor life especially when he was in the mountains.  He was one that would always put a smile on your face,...

Earvin Vewey Campbell, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Friday October 16, 2020. He was a member of Ivydale Holiness Church of God. Earvin loved the Lord and going to church, he loved his family very much especially his grandkids.   Preceded in death by parents William and Pearlie Campbell, brothers Lloyd(Dalt), John(Banks), William(Bill), Donald(Pooder), and Paskel Campbell, sisters Mildred Welden, Frankie Johnson and infants  Rosie and Nancy Campbell.   Survived...

Steven  Edward Lester, age 64 of Rocky Top, Tn passed away on Friday October 16, 2020. He was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church, Steven graduated from LMU Business College, he enjoyed reading about finance, economics and volunteering at food dispenseries.   He was preceded in death by parents James and Ruby Lee Lester, grandparents William and Nell Lester, Henry and Minnie Rutherford and nephew Andrew Lees.   Survived by sister Pamela Lees and husband Gary of...

Eugene Oakes, age 77 of Jacksboro passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2020. He was a member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church. Eugene retired from Powell Clinch Utility District after working for 36 years as a meter reader, he was a US Army Veteran having received the Good Conduct Medal, Sharp Shooter Rifle M-14, 1 year Safe Driver Badge and the National Defense Service Medal.   Preceded in death by; parents, Jasper and Ruby Fields Oakes, sisters, Shelby Jean Perciful ,Mary Lou Marlow,...

Deborah Gail Mowell Murray Clark, age 65 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 after a battle with cancer. She was a member of Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church of LaFollette, TN. She spent 37 years nursing and driving many miles putting many hours on the road. She loved the sun, the ocean, and gospel singing. She is preceded in death by parents L.V. and Emma Vann Mowell of Lafollette; brother Michael Mowell of California; and husband Wendell Murray of LaFollette. She...

John Huey Woods, age 69 of LaFollette, departed this life on Monday, October 12, 2020. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Martin Wilson Funeral Home from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 6:00 PM with Minister Ben Schafer officiating.   John’s guestbook may be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com The family has entrusted the care of John Huey Woods to Martin Wilson Funeral Home “Where Families Matter Most”

Robert “Willie” Stidham, age 91 of LaFollette, departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2020. Willie was born on October 1, 1929 in Perry County, Kentucky to the late Dudley and Delia (Cowell) Stidham. He was of the Pentecostal Faith and was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Willie was the Chief of Police for the Austin, Indiana Police Department, and also worked in the years after for the Lake City Police Department and City of Caryville Police Department. He enjoyed looking at scenery and...

Carl Burton Douglas, a loving husband of 53 years, father, grandfather, brother, brother in law, and friend to all, age 78 of the Stinking Creek Community, left this walks of life and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, October 9, 2020. He was born January 14, 1942 in the Branam Community to the late Arthur Lee and Alma (Davis) Douglas. Carl was a faithful member of Stanfield Church of God, where he loved to be when he was able. He absolutely loved...

P. Gene Walters, age 79 of LaFollette, TN passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 at home. He loved God, his church, and family. Gene was born September 19, 1941 in Westbourne, TN to the late Herbert and Alfa Walters. He was employed at A&P Food Chain from 1958 through 1990, where he retired as a district manager. He was also the co-owner of Walter’s Produce in LaFollette, TN. Gene also served his country and was a Vietnam Veteran, were he served as a medic. He was an active...