Obituaries

Jan 27, 2024

Paul Ray Penny age 67 of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1956 to the late Woodrow and Nina Penny in Portsmouth, Ohio. Paul liked to cook, tinker with vehicles, and spend time with his family. His favorite past time was fussing. He was either arguing with you or...

Jan 21, 2024

Charles Edward White, age 52 of Clinton, departed this life on January 21, 2024. He was born March 25, 1971 in LaFollette to the late Milford and Ruby Johnson White. Charles was a loving brother and uncle who enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved art and drawing.

Charles is survived by his brothers,...

Jan 19, 2024

Evelyn Ridenour age 76 of Williamsburg formerly of LaFollette, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 19, 2024. She was born April 28, 1947 in LaFollette to the late Homer Lay and Evelyn Smiddy. Evelyn was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. She enjoyed shopping, babysitting, cookouts, traveling, and watching the...

Jan 19, 2024

Buddy Ray Huckaby, age 69 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Tennova North Medical. He was born June 2, 1954, to the late J.B. Bud Huckaby and Trula Mae (Polson) Huckaby. Buddy was a loving husband of 49 years, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather that enjoyed spending time with...

Jan 17, 2024

Ronnie Anthony Lee Walker age 41 of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. He was born on March 15, 1982. Ronnie enjoyed playing basketball at the Rec. Center and spending time with his son Easton and his family.

He is preceded in death by his father Ronnie Lee Walker; brother Brian Keith Walker;...

Jan 17, 2024

Janice Eva Sue Marlow age71 of LaFollette, went home to be with Jesus the one she loved the most on Wednesday, January 17,2024. She was born on July 30, 1952, to the late John Henry Marlow and Dorothy (Wright) Marlow. Eva Sue was a loving sister, aunt, and friend to many. She also loved spending time with...

Jan 16, 2024

Howard Hensley passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 in Miamisburg, Ohio. He was a United States Army Veteran.

Howard is survived by children, Karla Cope and husband, David and Steve Hensley; grandchildren, Evan and Madeline Cope; and several other family members.

Howard was laid to rest next to his loving wife, Gaynell...

Jan 14, 2024

Darrell Jerome Brooks age 50 of Jacksboro, the protector of his loved ones, departed this life on Sunday, January 14, 2024. He was born February 23, 1973 in LaFollette. Darrell was of the Baptist faith and loved being with his family, especially his fiancé and his nieces. He enjoyed four wheeling, fishing, camping, swimming, and going to...

Jan 12, 2024

Gladys Marie Smith, age 52 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 12, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1971, to the late Freddie Smith and Geneva (Murray) Smith. She was a loving mother and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also loved to cook...

Jan 11, 2024

Beverly Gaye Wilson age 59 of Jacksboro entered into her heavenly home on Thursday, January 11, 2024. She was born July 9, 1964, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Gary Ledford and Berta Huff Key. Beverly was a member of Hope and Stand Church, where she faithfully served her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and her church....

Jan 9, 2024

Bobby Gene Medley, age 74 departed this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Summit View of Rocky Top. He was born on October 17, 1949, to the late Elbert Medley and Annie Lee (Womack) Medley. Bobby was a loving husband of 36 years, father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family and his cats....

Jan 7, 2024

Lonnie Ray Edmonds, age 46 of LaFollette, departed this life on Sunday, January 7, 2024. He was born on September 30, 1977. Lonnie was a loving son, father, grandfather, that enjoyed coaching little league football, spending time with his family, and going to classic car shows.

He is preceded in death by his infant sister...

Jan 7, 2024

Natasha Dawn Nelson, age 39 passed away on Sunday January 7, 2024.

She is survived by her daughter Lakin Lane; mother, Deborah Lane; father Joe Lane, Stepfather, Calvin Geddings; brother Joey Lane and wife, Alisha. A host of nieces,  nephews and other family members.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday January 10,...

Jan 5, 2024

Troy Franklin Irven, age 38 formerly of LaFollette, passed away on January 5, 2024, in California.  Troy was born on February 16, 1986.

No services are planned at this time.

Troy's guestbook may be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com.

The family has entrusted the care of Troy Franklin Irven to Martin Wilson Funeral...

Jan 4, 2024

Cheryl Ann Burris, age 66 of Jacksboro, departed this life on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Tennova North. She was born on October 9, 1957, to late Thomas James Bruce and Evelyn "Pyles" Bruce. Cheryl loved spending time with her family, traveling, gardening, and she especially loved her dog Izzy.

In addition to her parents,...

Jan 3, 2024

Jason "Red" Lee Monday, age 41 of LaFollette, departed this life on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his home. He was born on August 18, 1982, to the late Gary Monday and Carolyn "McCulley" Monday. Jason was a loving brother that enjoyed life and having a good time.

He is survived by his daughter Trinity...

Jan 1, 2024

Eugene Fry, age 71 of LaFollette, passed away on January 1, 2024, at his home. He was born June 16, 1952, to the late John B. Fry and Mayo (Hurst) Fry. Eugene enjoyed playing the guitar.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Mary Fry and Lela North.

Jan 1, 2024

Logan Tyler Hill, age 20 of Jacksboro TN, went home to be with his Heavenly Father January 1st, 2024.  Logan was born on May 1st, 2003, and born again when he asked Jesus to be his savior on August 10 ,2011.  He loved his family most of all. His momma, daddy, sisters and brothers in which he...

Dec 30, 2023

Laureen "Laurie" D. Kellar, age 69 of Speedwell, passed away on December 30, 2023. She was born on May 7, 1954, to the late Carl Gierhart and Roberta Gierhart. Laurie enjoyed playing the flute, sewing, and crocheting, spending time on the lake and with her family, and watching U.T. sports.

In addition to her parents,...

Dec 28, 2023

Lesa Ann Collins, age 51, passed away on Thursday December 28, 2023. Lesa loved watching movies, fishing, and being outdoors.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Cote.

She is survived by life partner, Kelly Borsos; mother, Sharon Cote; daughters, Joleen and Jesscia Cantees; brothers, Larry Reid and Michael Cote; grandchildren,...