Obituaries

Apr 28, 2021

Todd Parker Erdman, age 62, passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife of 45 years, immediate family, and his fur baby Annabelle after a long courageous battle with cancer.  He enjoyed spending time on the lake and playing his guitar.

He is preceded in death by father, Neil Erdman; mother, Marjorie Wilder Wells;...

Apr 25, 2021

Vivian Weaver Murray (Maw) left this earthly life on April 25, 2021, to begin her Heavenly life at the precious age of 95 years, 3 months, and 19 days. She went to "Beulah Land" to be with her loving husband, Rev. J.C. Murray.  who preceded her in death in 2004 and her son, Jay Darren in 2017....

Apr 21, 2021

Lisa Marie Hutchinson, age 54 of Speedwell, passed away on Wednesday 21, 2021 at Parkwest Medical Center. She was born on December 23,1966. She enjoyed reading and eating Maryland Steamed crab and hot wings. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her father Linwood Dillard....

Apr 19, 2021

Thomas James Pierce, age 42 of LaFollette, passed away April 19, 2021. He was of the Baptist faith.

Thomas is proceeded in death by parents Troy and Oma Jean Crabtree Pierce; and brothers, Arnold Gene Pierce and Timothy James Pierce.

He is survived by his wife Emilee Pierce; biological father, James Lee Pierce...

Apr 19, 2021

Ruby Marsee, age 87 of LaFollette, went to sleep to enter her eternal home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ On Monday, April 19, 2021. She was born on August 14, 1933 to the late Alexander Moore and Martha (Ellison) Moore. She was a loving wife, mother, and sister, that enjoyed going to church, gardening, fishing,...

Apr 18, 2021

Charles Mitchell Loyd, age 65 of Decatur, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was born on August 25, 1955 to the late Amos Mountie Loyd and Ella Mae (Muse) Loyd. He was a member of Pioneer Baptist Church. Charles loved to watch movies, go shopping, eating, and taking road trips.

In addition...

Apr 18, 2021

Irene Maria Long, age 78 of LaFollette, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 18, 2021. She was born on February 3, 1943 to the late William Hartlove and Ethel (Loomis) Hartlove. She was of the Greek Orthodox Faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, that enjoyed spending time with her...

Apr 13, 2021

Marjorie Rutherford, age 60 of LaFollette, passed away on April 13, 2021 at Turkey Creek Medical Center.

No services are planned at this time.

Apr 11, 2021

Betsy "Betty" M. Hollifield, age 79, passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021.  She was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed yard work, gardening, her dogs, her cat, and working at "Golden Girls" restaurant.

She is preceded in death by her husband, James Everette Hollifield; parents, Lonzo and Sally Kennedy; sons, William Alfred Hollifield, Danny Ray...

Apr 9, 2021

Bobbie Sue Parker, age 72, passed away Friday, April 9, 2021.  She was of the Church of God faith. She enjoyed planting flowers, gardening, working jigsaw puzzles, shopping, and being outdoors.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Estel and Mae Chadwell Jones; infant son Daniel Parker; granddaughter Rebecca Parker; brothers, Lonnie Jones, Wayne...

Apr 7, 2021

Robert Kennedy, a loving husband and father, age 76 of Jacksboro, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 after a lengthy battle with health issues. He was born on June 17, 1944. Robert was an avid outdoorsman, that enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Easter...

Apr 3, 2021

Flossie Mae Ayers Walden, known to most as "Granny," age 95, of Stinking Creek, Tennessee, received her heavenly reward on April 3, 2021. She placed her faith in God who brought her through incredible challenges and blessed her with long life and a loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hansford Luther Walden, who...

Apr 2, 2021

John C. (J.C.) Williams went home to be with the Lord on April 2, 2021. He worked for the Campbell County Highway Department where he retired after 38 years. He attended Ford Town Baptist Church of LaFollette. JC was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed working on his farm and being outdoors but must of...

Apr 2, 2021

Thomas Cecil Leach was born September 9, 1933 in Habersham, Tennessee and died on April 2, 2021. He was the son of William E. and Nannie Huddleston Leach. Cecil, as he was known to everyone in the years before he went into the Army, grew up in the Stinking Creek community of Campbell County, Tennessee. He spent...

Mar 31, 2021

Randy Bell, age 48 of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. He was born to the late Harold Bell and Edith Earlene (Archer) Bell on July 5, 1972. He enjoyed doing mechanical work, music, staying busy, and his dog Boogie. He was employed by Shot Crete Contractors.

In addition to his parents, he...

Mar 31, 2021

Peggy Lee Green, age 60 of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. She was born on April 6, 1960. Peggy enjoyed four wheeling, fishing, hiking, camping, ginseng hunting, going on cruises, and spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her father Roy Green Sr. and her brothers Danny Ray...

Mar 27, 2021

Earl David "Tank" Martin Jr., age 50, passed away Saturday March 27, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents Earl David Martin Sr. and Lois Leffew Martin

He is survived by brother Chris Martin and wife Amy of Jacksboro; nephews, Cory, Ben, and Will Martin all of Jacksboro and host of...

Mar 27, 2021

Ruby Daugherty, age 80 of Caryville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 27, 2021. She was born on May 7, 1940 to the late Wayne Daugherty and Maggie (Thomas) Daugherty. Ruby enjoyed going to the lake, especially on the boat. She also enjoyed riding in the mountains, working in her flowers,...

Mar 25, 2021

Mary Alice Woods, age 56 of Caryville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 25, 2021. She was born on February 21, 1965 to the late Warren Woods and April "Blankenship" Woods. She was a loving sister, aunt, and great aunt who loved spending time with her family. She loved singing Gospel music, of...

Mar 22, 2021

Barbara Jean McCullah, age 65 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 22, 2021. She was born on February 16, 1956. She was a loving wife of 39 years, mother, grandmother, and sister. She was a member of Alder Springs Baptist Church. Barbara enjoyed cooking, taking pictures, shopping, and life...