Obituaries

Sep 5, 2023

James "Mack" Thompson, age 84 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at his home.  Mack was born on November 6, 1938, to the late Alec Thompson and Cleo Myrtle (Sivils) Thompson. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, collecting firewood, listening to the trading post, and preaching.

In addition to...

Sep 5, 2023

Travis Troy Lee England, age 33 passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at his home. He was born on August 23, 1990. Travis was a loving father, son, and brother that enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, and his greatest passion was skateboarding.

He is survived by his parents Kenneth Lee England and Vickey Wilson; daughter...

Sep 1, 2023

Jackie Lee Russell, age 78 of Jacksonville, FL, (formerly of LaFollette) passed away on Friday, September the 1, 2023 in Florida.  Jackie was born on December 8, 1944. Jackie was a Sergeant in the United States Air Force, where he served in the Vietnam War.

Jackie is survived by his wife Catherine Pierce Russell; daughter...

Aug 31, 2023

Jason DeWayne Cowans, age 42 of LaFollette, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023. He was born on November 20, 1980. Jason loved to fish, collect hats, playing video games, going to Dollywood, the beach, drinking Mountain Dew, and watching the fireworks on the 4th of July.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents...

Aug 28, 2023

Judy Marie Moser, age 57 of Jacksboro, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 28, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 4, 1966, to the late Arthur Berry and Wayne and Mary Freeman.  Judy was a Godly woman who loved her family very much, especially her grandchildren. She...

Aug 28, 2023

Lillie "Frances" Loy, age 85 of LaFollette, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, August 28, 2023 at her home. She was born on December 24, 1937, to the late Obie Braden and Satre "Robison" Braden. Frances was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister that enjoyed spending time with her family. She...

Aug 25, 2023

Asbel Adkins, Jr "J. R" age 58, of LaFollette passed away on Friday August 25, 2023. He was a member of Faith Tabernacle Church of God.  J. R.. enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing music, he loved his Church very much and especially loved his grandchildren.

Preceded in death by parents Asbel Adkins, Sr. and Jane Lewis...

Aug 17, 2023

Ada Marie Meredith, age 86 of Caryville, formerly of Stinking Creek, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Ada was born on September 14, 1936 to the late Pryor and Verna (Sharp) Meredith. Ada was instrumental in teaching her nieces and nephews to play the organ, piano, guitar, and singing harmony. She...

Aug 17, 2023

Cathy Lynn Riggs, age 68 of LaFollette, departed this life on Thursday August 17, 2023. She was a loving mother and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family and her cats. Cathy was born on January 2, 1955 to the late Ray Edward Cook and Mary Jean Seel Cook.

In addition to her parents,...

Aug 12, 2023

Mildred Goins, age 88 of Jacksboro, went home to be with the Lord and entered into her Heavenly home on Saturday, August 12, 2023. She was born October 29, 1934 to the late S.E. and Ethel (Lovely) Jordan. Mildred was a Christian and attended New Beginning Baptist Church in Rocky Top.  She retired from the Campbell County...

Aug 8, 2023

Thelma L. Walden Davis, age 95 went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday August 8, 2023. Thelma was born on December 13, 1927 to the late Rev. Clarence Walden and Lillie Greenwell Walden. She was a member of Valley Fellowship Church of God. Thelma enjoyed reading, working crossword puzzles, and watching preachers on TV.

Aug 7, 2023

Marvin Cleo Miller, age 83 of LaFollette, passed away on Monday, August 7, at Beech Tree Manor. He was born on March 15, 1940 to the late Lloyd Miller and Cleopatra (West) Miller. Marvin loved to squirrel hunt, shoot guns, four wheeling, and being outdoors.

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

Aug 5, 2023

Chadwick "Chad" Brook McCullah, age 31 of Caryville, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Chadwick was born on July 13, 1992. He enjoyed fishing, camping, basketball, and hanging out with his friends, nieces, and nephews.

Chad is survived by his parents Millard and Glenna (Archer) McCullah; daughter Abigayl McCullah of Flordia; brothers McKay McCullah...

Aug 3, 2023

Mary Helen Byrd, age 93, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Cumberland Village Center. Mary was born on March 4, 1930, the eldest of 9 children. Mary was a hard worker who was dedicated to the support of her family. Mary was a Christian and attended Davis Chapel Community Baptist Church.

She is...

Jul 28, 2023

Diane Dawson, age 65 of Speedwell, departed this life on Friday, July 28th, 2023 at her residence. She was born June 23, 1958 in Bell County, Kentucky to the late Lawrence Collins and Loria (Lambert) Swope. Diane was of the Church of God faith. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, four wheeling, and hummingbirds. Diane loved spending time with...

Jul 28, 2023

Joe Edward Lindsay, age 78 of Jacksboro entered into his new and better life to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday July 28, 2023 at UT Medical Center. He was a member of LaFollette Tabernacle of Praise. He was a founding co-owner of Lindsay's Furniture and Lindsay's Carpet and Paint.

He...

Jul 21, 2023

John A. "Jack" Underwood III, age 82 of LaFollette, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023, at his home. Jack was born on May 13, 1941, to the late John Underwood Jr. and Beatrice (Tracy) Underwood. He enjoyed wood working and his furry friend Cody.

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

Jul 20, 2023

David Henry "Stumpy" Shown, age 71 of LaFollette, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center. David was born on March 15, 1952 to the late George H.A. Shown and Inez (Hazeltine) Shown. He enjoyed farming, watching U.T. sports, spending time with his grandsons, and his dog Dolly. David was also a member of...

Jul 20, 2023

David Wayne Thompson, age 58 of LaFollette, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at his home. David was born on May 31, 1965.  He served as a deacon and trustee of Demory Baptist Church. David was a U.S. Army veteran, that enjoyed driving his tractor, mowing, bush hogging, antique...

Jul 18, 2023

Deborah Lee Campbell, age 71 passed away on Tuesday July 18, 2023. She was born on December 23, 1951 to the late Lewis and Joan Franklin Hunter. Deborah was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed cooking, shopping, and going to the beach.

Deborah is survived by her loving husband, James M. Campbell; son, Wesley Campbell,...