Obituaries

May 19, 2023

Michael Lee Lindsey Sr., age 52 of Jacksboro, departed this life on Friday, May 19, 2023 at his home. He was born on January 3, 1971. Michael was a father that loved his kids, and was also a loving son, brother, and nephew. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, anything to do with the outdoors, music, and sports....

May 14, 2023

Marcia K Spears

2/16/1947 – 5/14/2023

We are heartbroken to announce that on Sunday, May 14th, 2023, Marcia "Peanut" Spears was called to her eternal resting place while surrounded by loved ones. Peanut will be remembered as a "Firecracker" of a woman with her strong stubborn traits. She was competitive, had a witty...

May 13, 2023

Verna Kirkpatrick, age 93 of Jacksboro, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at her home. She was born on August 9, 1929 to the late Willie Couch and Juda (Cornett) Couch.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Orie Kirkpatrick; daughters Oneda Gough, Marie Nesko, and Carolyn Cox;...

May 13, 2023

Anna Bea Bailey, age, 90 of Pioneer, Tn passed away on Saturday May 13, 2023. She was of the Church of God Faith.  Anna enjoyed flowers, fishing, being outdoors and gardening, she loved her family very much, especially spending time with her grandchildren and her great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by parents Dewey ...

May 1, 2023

Roger Dale Talley, Sr., age 70, passed away on Monday May, 1, 2023. He enjoyed old cars, motorcycles, and being on the lake.

Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mattie Claiborne Talley; brothers, Jerry Allen Talley and Thomas Talley; and sister, Arlene Talley.

He is survived by his son,...

Apr 27, 2023

Michael Anthony "Tony" Watson, age 51 of LaFollette, "The Lord is my Shepherd" entered into Heaven and into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 27, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1972 to the late Mike and Sue (Hunley) Watson. Tony was a faithful member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, where he...

Apr 23, 2023

Ronnie Daugherty, age 71 departed this life on Sunday April 23, 2023. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, watching TV, hunting, fishing, camping or anything to do with the outdoors.

Ronnie is preceded in death by his daughter, Angie Marie Daugherty-Letner;...

Apr 22, 2023

Georgia Lynn Kitts, age 58 of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She was born on September 24, 1964 to the late Harold Hooks and Pansy (White) Hooks. Georgia enjoyed sewing, crafts, watching TV, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandson and her dog Riley.

In addition to her...

Apr 21, 2023

Mr. George Edward Miller, age 73, of LaFollette passed away on Friday  April 21, 2023, at Wynn Ridge Nursing Home in Crossville after a lengthy illness.  He was a skilled carpenter tradesman and self-employed before retirement.  His favorite thing to do was ride the mountains of Royal Blue and surrounding area and watch the Elk.  George was...

Apr 20, 2023

Jeraldine Polson, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday April 20, 2023. She was a member of High Street Baptist Church. Jeraldine was a loving wife of 63 years, mother, grandmother, great grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and cooking for her family.

She is preceded...

Apr 19, 2023

Rev. Martin Hoskins, age 91 went home to be with the Lord. He was a loving husband of 69 years, father of 12 children, grandfather, great grandfather, and great-great grandfather. He loved attending church and preaching for 52 years, enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Rev. Hoskins is preceded in death by...

Apr 17, 2023

Nancy Jayanna Spitzer James, age 70, passed away on Monday April 17, 2023 at Tennova LaFollette Health and Rehab.  She was born on September 27, 1952.

Nancy is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edward James; sisters, Betty Halcomb and April Halcomb.

She is survived by sons, Joseph James, Alvin James and...

Apr 16, 2023

Patricia "Patti" A. Heflin was born March 6, 1954, at Sibley Hospital in Washington DC. She spent her younger years in the DC area before the family moved to Northern Virginia. Patti was the daughter of the late Lewis "Buddy" Grigsby and the late Virginia "Jean" Vanier she was the younger sister to brothers the late Billy...

Apr 13, 2023

Arlie Ray Webb, age 71 of LaFollette passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family who loved him dearly on Thursday April 13, 2023. He was born on May 2, 1951 to the late Albert and Virdie Webb. He loved spending time with his family, fishing, watching football, and playing X Box.

In...

Apr 13, 2023

JoAnn Goins, age 66 of Jacksboro, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at her home. She was born on July 17, 1956 to the late Henderson Garnet Wilson and Stella Mae (Hubbard) Wilson.  JoAnn was of the Baptist Faith and enjoyed dirt racing, going to the beach, flower gardens, listening to music, especially her grandson playing...

Apr 12, 2023

James "Robert" Burriss, age 67 went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday April 12, 2023. He was a loving father and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a very avid Tennessee football fan that enjoyed watching old westerns, hunting, and fishing or doing anything outdoors.

Robert is preceded by...

Apr 11, 2023

Michael Green, age 47, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of La Follette, passed away on April 11, 2023, a day before his birthday.

Preceded in death by mother, Patricia Stoneburner along with several aunts and uncles.

Survivors:

Wife Rebecca Green of Columbus, Ohio

Three children Chris, Walter and Amanda all...

Apr 8, 2023

Mrs. Donn H. Houser (Trudy) age 94 of LaFollette, died on Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at Cumberland Village Nursing Home. She was a member of the First Preysbertian Church of LaFollette.

No services are planned.

The family has entrusted the care of Trula "Trudy" Houser to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where Families Matter...

Apr 8, 2023

Marianne Bohon, age 78, of LaFollette died Saturday, April 8, 2023. She was born in Bastheim, Germany and immigrated to the United States in 1962. She lived and worked in Idaho until 2014 when she moved to LaFollette. She was a retired chef and active philanthropist who volunteered her time to numerous organizations. She was an active...

Apr 6, 2023

Timmy Joe Morris, age 62 of Rocky Top, departed this life on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at his home.  Timmy was born on September 18, 1960. He was a Christian and loving father and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family and enjoyed football, cars, and fishing.

He is preceded in death by his...