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Narvel Lee Adkins

Narvel Lee Adkins

Nov 9, 2026

Narvel Lee Adkins, age 62, passed away on Monday November 9, 2026. Narvel enjoyed, fishing, hunting, camping, and anything outdoors. But his greatest love was spending time with his grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Narvel Gene. and Carrie Young Adkins.

Narvel is survived by his son, Eric Adkins of Caryville; stepdaughter, Brittany Adkins of LaFollette, and stepson Travis...

Irene Scarborough

Irene Scarborough

Nov 5, 2026

Irene Scarborough, age 81 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on November 5, 2026, at Turkey Creek Medical Center. She was born on November 30, 1944, to the late John Powell and Verna (Orender) Powell. Irene was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She also loved doing arts and crafts, gardening, her monthly girl’s night out, and...

Joseph "K-Joe" Jeffery McDowell

Joseph "K-Joe" Jeffery McDowell

Nov 5, 2026

Joseph Jeffrey (K-Joe) McDowell, age 56 of LaFollette, passed on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at his home. He was born on February 21, 1970, to the late Kyle McDowell and Janice Carroll McDowell. Joseph was a loving father, grandfather, and husband that enjoyed spending time with his family. He also enjoyed fishing, hiking, and going on long bike rides with...

Christopher " Chris" Lee Wilson

Christopher " Chris" Lee Wilson

Oct 28, 2026

Christopher “Chris” Lee Wilson, age 47 went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday October 28, 2026. Chris was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and loved the Lord very much. His family was very important to him, and he loved helping others with a smile. He also enjoyed cars, and watching football.

He is preceded in death by his...

Emma Jean Woodson

Emma Jean Woodson

Oct 20, 2026

Emma “Jean” Woodson, age 89, of LaFollette, went into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday October 20, 2026. She was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church, and former owner of Woodson’s Trading Post with her late husband, H.Y. Woodson.

In addition to her husband, Jean is preceded in death by her parents, James Harvey and Mary Elizabeth Parker Sharp; sister,...

Dennis Anthony Turner

Dennis Anthony Turner

Oct 19, 2026

Dennis Anthony Turner, age 64, departed this life on Monday October 19, 2026. He was a loving brother, uncle, and great uncle that enjoyed spending time with his family, brothers and sisters of the Southern Sons, riding motorcycles, and watching UT Volunteers sports.

Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Lonnie and Betty Sue Bruce Turner; and brother, Harold...

David Allen "Al" Goins

David Allen "Al" Goins

Oct 14, 2026

David Allen “Al” Goins, age 71, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed working in his garden and collecting antique tractors.

Al is preceded in death by his parents Homer and Effie...

Kent Clifford Nordland

Kent Clifford Nordland

Oct 3, 2026

Kent Clifford Nordland, age 86, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born on August 15, 1940, to the late Clifford and Anna Bell Sabo Nordland. Kent enjoyed guns, riding motorcycles, reading, and taking photos of everything and anything where he earned the nickname “Snapshot”.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Dennis...

Nancy Charlene Evans

Nancy Charlene Evans

Oct 1, 2026

Nancy "Charlene" Dilbeck Evans, age 86, passed away on October 1, 2026. Born on April 28, 1940, Charlene was a remarkably loving and hard-working woman of the Christian faith whose dedication to her family touched the lives of all who knew her.

Charlene devoted many years of faithful service working for Imperial Reading in LaFollette, Tennessee. Her strong work ethic was...

Harry Francis Hill

Harry Francis Hill

Sep 25, 2026

Harry Francis Hill age 74 of LaFollette, departed this life on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Cumberland Village. Harry was born August 8, 1952, to the late Vasco Hill and Dorothy Elizabeth (Day) Coleman. He was a member of Heritage Baptist Church. Harry loved reading and watching westerns, playing video games and smoking his cigars.

In addition to his parents, he...

Nickel "Nick" Testo Jr.

Nickel "Nick" Testo Jr.

Sep 25, 2026

Nickel "Nick" Testo Jr. age 87 of Jacksboro, departed this life on Friday September 25, 2026 at his residence. He was born February 25, 1939 in LaFollette to the late Nickel Testo Sr. and Edna (Plemons) Testo. Nick was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed remodeling houses, hunting and fishing. Nick loved working on cars especially when he was working...

Michael Kirby

Michael Kirby

Sep 21, 2026

Michael “Mike” Kirby age 69, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 21, 2026. Mike was born on September 24, 1956, to the late Daniel John and Trula Ward Kirby. Mike loved his country, watching and cheering on the UT Volunteers, driving his truck, talking to people, and spending time with his family and friends. Mike was...

Kellie Goodney

Kellie Goodney

Sep 20, 2026

Kellie Goodney age 50, was called home to Jesus’ arms on Sunday September 20th, 2026, at home.

Kellie was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church who was a pure and faithful soul. She expressed herself through dance, music and uplifting those around her through her witty humor and infectious elation. Along with her talents, she enjoyed camping,...

Nancy Louise Mozingo

Nancy Louise Mozingo

Sep 15, 2026

Nancy Louise Mozingo, age 67, departed this life on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 while surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife of 44 years, mother and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her children, especially her grandchildren and playing Bingo with her daughter-in-law.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Willis Dean Irvin Day; brother, Sandy...

Lonnie Richard Edmonds

Lonnie Richard Edmonds

Sep 15, 2026

Richard Lonnie Edmonds, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. He was born on October 16, 1955, to the late Homer and Beulah Mathis Edmonds. Lonnie enjoyed watching westerns and old TV shows, playing cards, shooting pool, watching hockey and football, fishing, and collecting swords.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Linda...

Angela LaRay Brock

Angela LaRay Brock

Sep 13, 2026

Angela LaRay Brock, age 47, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday September 13, 2026. She was a member of Calvary’s Way Community Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister that enjoyed spending time with her family, going to church, and camping with family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Sandra...

Jeanette E Terry

Jeanette E Terry

Sep 7, 2026

Jeanette E. Terry, age 79, went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, loved knitting, crocheting, and taking care of her cats.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Bell Frazier Evans; brothers, Richard “Pick” Evans and James...

Carl Edward Marlow

Carl Edward Marlow

Sep 2, 2026

Carl Edward Marlow age 88 of LaFollette departed this life on September 2, 2026 at Baptist Health in Pensacola, Florida. He was born February 12, 1938 in Lick Creek to the late John Henry and Dorothy Wright Marlow. Carl was a member of the Lick Creek Holiness Church. 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife,...

Marshall David (Dave) Lawson

Marshall David (Dave) Lawson

Aug 26, 2026

Marshall David Lawson (Dave), 58, of Caryville, Tennessee, passed away on August 26, 2026, at home, leaving behind a silence as profound as the thunderous way he lived. He didn’t just live life, he took it at full throttle. A true force of nature, Dave was driven by an appetite for adventure and a pace that left everyone else trying...

Vickie Lou Hatmaker

Vickie Lou Hatmaker

Aug 25, 2026

Vickie Lou Hatmaker, age 76 went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. She was a loving wife for over 63 years, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, that enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed visiting craft, tractor, and car shows.

She is preceded in death by her...

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