Obituaries

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,...

Jul 18, 2023

Paul Steven Crutchfield, age 73 passed away on Tuesday July 18, 2023. Paul was born on May 16, 1950 to the late Edison and Bessie Bradley Crutchfield.  He was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Clark Crutchfield.

Paul is...

Jul 17, 2023

Jimmy Edward Steakley, age 73 passed away on Monday July 17, 2023. He was born on May 9, 1950 to the late Herbert and Betty Hudgens Steakley in Cookeville, TN.

He is survived by his wife, Lassie Steakley.

Jimmy's wishes were to be cremated.

The family has entrusted the care of...

Jul 9, 2023

Roger Dale Murray, age 64 passed away on July 9, 2023, he was born on November 7, 1958. He was a man of Christian faith. He loved his children and grandchildren. He was a kind and a forgiving man. Roger was a retired Drywall hanger and finisher. He loved fishing and spending time with family.

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Jul 8, 2023

Bradley Bruce Sewell, age 53 passed away on Saturday July 8, 2023. He was born on May 20, 1970 to his parents, Jackie Bruce and Linda Gail Sewell. Brad enjoyed riding his motorcycle, spending time with his kids and grandchildren, and riding with his brothers of the Southern Sons Motorcycle Club.

Brad served in Desert...

Jul 7, 2023

Lois Jean Goins, age 87 of the Bethlehem community went home to be with the Lord on Friday morning surrounded by her family. Lois was born to the late Bill and Sallie "Goins" McNeeley on July 25, 1935. She was a faithful and devoted member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church. She loved to cook and enjoyed talking...

Jul 7, 2023

William Nathaniel "Bill" Baird, age 64 of LaFollette, departed this life on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born June 16, 1959 in LaFollette to the late Albert and Mae Walden Baird. William was loving Husband of 32 years, father, grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He loved being in the mountains...

Jul 3, 2023

Joshua Paul Hicks, age 40 of LaFollette, departed this life on Monday, July 3, 2023, at his home. He was born on July 12, 1982. Joshua was a loving son, brother, uncle, that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his great niece.  He spent most of his time working on cars, which he enjoyed tremendously.