Obituaries

Dec 25, 2025

Samuel "Sammy" Andrew Miller, age 75, passed away on December 25, 2025, he was born on July 3, 1950. Sammy loved his cars, working on them, driving them, and showing them off. He enjoyed his towing service, especially the recovery service.

He is preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Cleopatra West Miller, stepdaughter,...

Dec 22, 2025

Pauline Green, age 101 of Pioneer, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Tennova Health and Rehab. She was born on October 5, 1924, to the late Matt Reynolds and Perna Meredith Reynolds. Pauline was a member of Friendly Valley Missionary Baptist Church. She also enjoyed fishing, gardening, her flowers, hiking, camping, and spending time with...

Dec 22, 2025

Daniel Joseph Hilger, age 58 of Jacksboro, said Goodbye to this world on Monday, December 22, 2025 at Lafollette Medical Center.

No arrangements are made at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Daniel Hilger to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where Families Matter Most"

Dec 22, 2025

Kathleen Patricia Reynolds, age 87 of LaFollette, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Cumberland Village Nursing Home. She was born on August 26, 1938, to the late Millard Nelson and Bertha (McCullah) Nelson. Kathleen was a member of Grantsboro Baptist Church, and she enjoyed crafting, quilting, crocheting, doll collecting, gardening, canning, reading, and cooking. She...

Dec 18, 2025

Louise Day, age 95 of Clinton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 18, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1930, to the late Lawrence Gaylor and Bessie (McCulley) Ballard. Louise was a member of Valley View Baptist Church in Clinton, and enjoyed sewing, flowers, cooking, and horseback riding.

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Dec 18, 2025

Ernest D. Wilson, age 94, of Jacksboro entered into his heavenly home on Wednesday December 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 9, 1931, in Jacksboro to the late Estel and Hannah (Boshears) Wilson. Ernest was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, square dancing, working in his garden, raccoon...

Dec 17, 2025

Teddy Wayne Teague, age 66 of Jacksboro, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at his home. He was born on June 11, 1959, to the late James Teague and Jeanette Green Teague.  Teddy was a loving father and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also loved collecting old coins, fishing,...

Dec 16, 2025

Teresa Lay, age 53 of Pioneer, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at her residence. She was born on November 19, 1972. Teresa loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, Austin and Alexis.

She is preceded in death by her father Cliff Chambers, infant sister Kimberly Chambers, nephew Anthony Chambers.

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Dec 14, 2025

Dollie Mae Russell, age 89, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

She was preceded in death by here husband of 56 years, Dallas E. Russell Sr.; parents Arnold and Dollie Mable Brown Benner; 3 brothers; 2 sisters; son-in-law, Robert "Rick" Eisele; and brothers-in-law, Glenn Jones and Lester Russell.

Dollie is survived by...

Dec 9, 2025

Pamela Elaine Kitts Garner, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Pam loved to collect antique glassware, watching westerns, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a Christian and a registered nurse and supervisor at LaFollette Hospital and other local hospitals for 24 years. Prior to her nursing career, which she...

Dec 7, 2025

Caleb Kyle Johnson, age 18 of Jacksboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at his home. He was a son, brother, uncle, and friend to everyone he met. Caleb never met a stranger, and he was always the one with a smile on his face bringing joy to everyone...

Dec 7, 2025

Mary Linda Bailey King, age 76, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday December 7, 2025.  She was a longtime member of Midway Baptist Church. Mary was affectionately known as Aunt Murnie to all who loved her. Even though she didn't have children of her own, she loved, cared, and cooked for many children. She...

Dec 5, 2025

Odessia Pauline Foust Cook, born May 16th, 1929, entered her heavenly home Friday, December 5th, 2025, surrounded by her children. She was a faithful member of Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest joys were beautiful and simple- watching the birds, quilting pieces stitched with love, gardening,and spending...

Dec 4, 2025

Rita Faye Bowling, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday December 4, 2025.  She was of the Baptist faith. Rita loved playing piano, watching Tennessee Volunteers football, and reading.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents Odell and Dolores Collier Bowling; and brother, Ronald Odell Bowling.

She is...

Dec 3, 2025

Joanie Lee Thomas, age 56, departed this life on Wednesday December 3, 2025. She was a loving mother and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed doing crafts and being with her dogs.

Joanie is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Judy Sexton Dameron; brothers, James Branam...

Dec 2, 2025

Ruth Hubbard age 85, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 2, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Ruth is preceded in death by her daughters, Darlene Stout, Tina Hatfield, Betty Ridenour; parents, Oliver and Daisy Rhodes Henson; brothers,...

Nov 29, 2025

Robert Wilson, age 64 of LaFollette, passed away at home on Saturday, November 29, 2025.  He was born on December 26, 1960.  Robert enjoyed working on cars, impersonating Elvis Pressley, and watching wrestling.

He is preceded in death by his father Bert Wilson.

Robert is survived by his loving mother Christine Walworth and Ron of Harrogate; biological mother Carolyn Meadows of Ridgley;...

Nov 29, 2025

Marvin "Monty" LaMonte Miller, age 54 of Jacksboro, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at his home. He was born on November 1, 1971, to the late Marvin Miller and Patricia Robinson.  Monty loved to go hunting, fishing, four wheeling, and policing. He retired after 27 years of service with the LaFollette Police Department.

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Nov 28, 2025

Steven "Steve" Ford, age 74 of Caryville, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Cumberland Village. He was born on January 31, 1951, to late Ernest Young and Maxine (Ford) Young. Steve was a member of Heavens View Missionary Baptist Church and did jail ministry at Campbell County, Scott County, and Morgan County. He also loved...

Nov 26, 2025

Jason Eric Sullivant, age 42 of Jacksboro, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center. He was born on July 22, 1983. Jason enjoyed playing basketball, video games, riding his bicycle, and flirting with the girls. He was a very outgoing and happy-go-lucky guy who loved aggravating and spending time with his family, especially...