Obituaries

Apr 7, 2022

Lucille Powers, age 93 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Cumberland Village. She was born on August 28, 1928 to the late Laura (Ballard) Cox and Mitt Cox. She attended Calvary Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband...

Apr 3, 2022

Darlene Ivey Allen, age 57, departed this life on Sunday April 3, 2022 at LaFollette Medical Center.

She was a loving wife of 33 years, mother, grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed watching her show Supernatural and watching wrestling.

Darlene is preceded in death by...

Apr 3, 2022

Rodrick "Roddy" Dwayne Rhymer, age 64 of Jacksboro, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at LaFollette Medical Center. He was born on December 14, 1957 to the late Esco and Cleo (Willoughby) Rhymer. He enjoyed watching old movies and cartoons on DVD, until he discovered YouTube then it was all about YouTube on his tablet.

Apr 1, 2022

Darlene Stout, 61, of La Follette, passed away on April 1st surrounded by her beloved family.

She was preceded in death by her father Bobby Hubbard Sr. and sisters Betty Ridenour and Tina Hatfield.

She is survived by her husband of 43 years, William Edward Stout of La Follette; son, Will...

Mar 31, 2022

Kaydence Marie Waldroop, age 13, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 31, 2022. She is now flying high with the angels. Kaydence was a loving granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend to everyone she met.

A memorial service will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday April 13, 2022 at Martin...

Mar 23, 2022

Nina Mae Goins Hatfield, age 89, passed away on Wednesday March 23, 2022.  Nina loved her church, sowing, cooking, and spending time with her family.  Nina was of Baptist faith and attended West LaFollette Church.

Nina is preceded in death by her husband John Troy Hatfield; parents Hubert and Maggie Rutherford Goins ; daughter,  Ruby...

Mar 18, 2022

Tessa Lynn Hayes, age 57, of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord on Friday March 18, 2022.  She was a loving wife of 10 years, mother and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family especially her children and grandchildren, going to church and playing with her dog Max.

She was preceded in...

Mar 18, 2022

Frankie (Evans) Adkins, age 79 of Oak Ridge, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 18, 2022 at her home. She was born on May 14, 1942 to the late Lacey and Bethany (McGhee) Evans. She enjoyed reading.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Bobby...

Mar 18, 2022

Anthony (Ant) Spradlin age 32, passed on March 18, 2022 in Johnson City, TN

He is Preceded in death by his

Grandma Irene Booth

Cousin Brian Booth

Biological Father Ed Fazio

He is survived loved and missed by His

Mom &...

Mar 18, 2022

James Michael "Mike" Hicks, age 66 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Friday March 18, 2022.  He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. He was a loving husband of 42 years, father, grandfather and great grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren, Mike loved fishing, sports and reading...

Mar 16, 2022

Mr. Melvin "Glenn" Payne, age 79, of Caryville, died peacefully in his home surrounded by his family Wednesday afternoon March 16, 2022 at 2:30 PM.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Payne; daughters, Sherri Amaro and husband Greg, Lorrie Moser, and husband Scott; stepchildren Rodney Green and Sissy Bruce, Becky Hendren and husband Terrell;...

Mar 11, 2022

Hilda Jean Riggs Phillips, age 86 of LaFollette, passed away Friday, March 11, 2022 at LaFollette Medical Center. She was born on September 10, 1935 to the late Shirley and Virgie( Reese) Riggs. Hilda attended Wynn Community Church. She enjoyed going out to eat, sweet tea, and going to Wal-Mart.

In addition to her parents,...

Mar 11, 2022

Mary Margaret McAlister Sweat, age 78, passed away on March 11, 2022 at her home.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Mary McAlister; son, James Jay Swallow; and brother, Paul McAlister.

She is survived by her husband, Elmo Sweat; son, Richard Sweat; daughter, Bridgette Sue Freeman and husband Jackie;...

Mar 10, 2022

Beatrice Loyd, age 77 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at LaFollette Medical Center. She was born on August 27, 1944 to the late Herthel and Evon (Lay) Crabtree. She enjoyed playing cards, going to church, and spending time with her granddaughter and great grandsons.

In addition...

Mar 8, 2022

Keiko Wilson (age 91) of Dayton, passed away March 8, 2022 in LaFollette, TN after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Keiko now joins her husband of 59 years, Arvil Wilson, who preceded her in death in 2013. Also preceding her in death were her sons, James and Robert and daughter, Mary Wilson. Keiko is remembered by her...

Mar 8, 2022

Stanley Wayne Stooksbury passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Cindi Stooksbury of Norris, TN; sons Jason Stooksbury of Thunderbolt, GA and Andrew Sanford of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Dillon Neidlinger and wife Lindsey of Richmond Hill, GA, Ivy English and husband Nate of Richmond...

Mar 6, 2022

Victoria Elise Yocam, age 26 of LaFollette, departed this life on March 6, 2022.

No services are planned at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Victoria Elise Yocam to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where Families Matter Most".

Mar 6, 2022

Allie Marie Harmon Siler, age 97 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at her home. She was born on March 12, 1924 to the late William and Angelina (Bray) Moses. Allie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother, that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially...

Mar 6, 2022

Donald Hugh Ridenour, age 57 of LaFollette, departed this life on Sunday, March 6, 2022. He was born on November 8, 1964 to the late Ancil Junior and Mary Lola (Kidwell) Ridenour. Donald was a loving husband, father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents,...

Mar 5, 2022

Norbert John "Johnny" Ward, age 64, of Jacksboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday March 5, 2022.

Johnny loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. He loved cooking for all his family even though he wouldn't admit that. He loved hunting, fishing, drawing, wood working, and building things.