Obituaries

Sep 13, 2021

Lucas Karl Spendiff

Born January 25, 1989

Pronounced September 13, 2021

Ascended September 14, 2021

Join us @ Lucas's favorite establishment to celebrate him and share your memories of his life.

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Sep 11, 2021

Richard Mack Chapman, age 43 of Greensburg KY, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Jane Todd Crawford Hospital, with his "next stop being Heaven." He was born at Oak Ridge Hospital on August 8, 1978. Richard was a member of Speedwell Church of God. He was a loving father, son, and brother that enjoyed spending...

Sep 10, 2021

Lois Jean Ayers, age 70,  of LaFollette passed away on Friday September 10, 2021. She was member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Lois enjoyed gardening, flowers, dancing, talking, laughing, fishing and spending time with her family, whom she loved very much, especially her children and  grandchildren.

Preceded in death by; mother Martha Ayers, daughter, Karen...

Sep 7, 2021

Deborah Lynn Harrison, age 63 of LaFollette, departed this life on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at her residence.

At this time, no services are planned for Deborah.

The family has entrusted the care of Deborah Lynn Harrison to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where Families Matter Most"

Sep 6, 2021

Geneva Bessie Riggs, age 98, departed this life on September 6, 2021. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She enjoyed baking, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Geneva is preceded in death by her husband, Joe W. Riggs, parents, Ben and Grace Burger; sons,...

Sep 5, 2021

Keith Hatfield, age, 50 of LaFollette passed away Sunday September 5, 2021.

As his parents, God Blessed us with a wonderful son who brought joy and adventure to our lives. Although saying goodbye is devastating, Keith leaves us a lifetime of memories to cherish. Thank you to our friends and his that have comforted us...

Sep 4, 2021

Larry Wayne Jones Jr., age 52 of LaFollette, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 4th, 2021. He was born on November 13th, 1968 in LaFollette. Larry enjoyed walking, racing, fishing, and especially basketball. He was member of the Wynn High School Bulldogs Sub-State Championship team, where he played point guard and...

Sep 1, 2021

Chipley "Chip" McDavid Atkinson, age 68 departed this life on September 1, 2021 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was born December 21, 1952 in Anniston, Alabama to the late Colon Flint and Mary (Hughes) Atkinson. Chip was a United States Army Veteran.

There is no services planned for Chipley "Chip" Atkinson at...

Aug 29, 2021

Charline Mae Lloyd, age 33, departed this life on August 29, 2021. She was a loving mother, daughter, aunt, and sister that enjoyed spending time with her family especially her sons who were the love of her life.

Charline is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Lula Mae Wallace Overbey.

She...

Aug 29, 2021

Betty Mae Foust, age 75 of Jellico, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at her home. She was born on August 30, 1945, to the late Everett Simpson and Viva Stacy

(Silcox) Simpson. She enjoyed watching Christmas movies on the Hallmark channel, eating, listening to gospel music, and taking...

Aug 29, 2021

Millard Nathan Boshears, age 59 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Caryville.

He is preceded in death by wife Bridget Bridges Boshears and parents George and Betty Boshears, all of LaFollette.

He is survived by his wife Kim Boshears of LaFollette;...

Aug 26, 2021

Bobby Lee "Bob" Bailey, age 76 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2021at Tennova Turkey Creek. He was born November 13, 1944 in LaFollette to the late General Lee and Robbie Sue (McDeerman) Bailey.

Bob enjoyed classic cars and fishing. He was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church....

Aug 25, 2021

John Francis Brennan Sr., age 85, passed away on August 25, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and a member of Knights of Columbus for 64 years. He loved the Brooklyn Dodgers. He loved being and working at the church, and was...

Aug 24, 2021

Vanessa "Danielle" Skelley, age 38 of LaFollette, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at her home with her family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents Elmer T. Davis and William and Julia Skelley.

She is survived by her daughter Sybil Kidwell; parents Ron and Vanessa Skelley; sister...

Aug 22, 2021

Clarence Melvin Huff Jr., age 55 of Jacksboro, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2021. He was born on May 19, 1966. Clarence was a loving father, son, grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and anything to do with the outdoors.

He is preceded...

Aug 18, 2021

Gary Wayne Ivey, age 51, went home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2021at Tennova Turkey Creek. He was born October 28, 1969.

Gary was a loving husband of 29 years, son, dad, grandfather, and brother.

He is preceded in death by his father Edgar Ivey.

Gary is survived...

Aug 17, 2021

Brenda Kay Cole, age 75 of Caryville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at her home. She was born on July 18, 1946, to the late Clarence Sweeney and

Opal (Donahue) Sweeney.  Brenda was a loving wife of 24 years, mother, and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her...

Aug 11, 2021

Shenna Nicole (Riggs) Baird, age 32 of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Turkey Creek Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Shelia (Heatherly) Riggs.

Shenna is survived by her father, Darrill Riggs; children, Jordan and Keaton; brother, Darrell Dewayne Riggs; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and other...

Aug 10, 2021

Mary Bray, age 67 of Knoxville, passed away on August 10, 2021, at her home. She was born on March 19, 1954, to the late Ray Phillips and Margrett (Byrge) Phillips. She enjoyed playing with her dogs Jessie and Maverick, gardening, cleaning house, cooking, and spending time with her family. She also loved the Lord and loved...

Aug 7, 2021

Lois Dean Holder, age 85 of Tazewell, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Cumberland Village. She was born March 16, 1936 in Duff to the late Harvey Henry and Lettie (Marlow) Evans. Lois enjoyed reading, dancing, working puzzles, and playing solitare.

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