Obituaries

Oct 19, 2020

Larry Marlow age 61 of Jacksboro, TN, passed away in his home on Monday, October 19, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born in Clairfield, TN on January 29, 1959 to the late Jimmy Dan and Clara Collier Marlow. He owned and operated Marlow Trucking Company for many years.

In addition to his parents...

Oct 18, 2020

Patricia Ann Stevens, age 67 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 18, 2020. She was born on January 1, 1953 to the late William and Pricie Sloan. Patricia enjoyed gardening, camping, working in the yard, and cooking. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents...

Oct 17, 2020

Eric went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 17, 2020. He was a loving son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone he met. Never met a stranger and loved by all. He loved life. He loved his church "Stanfield Church of God." He enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, but...

Oct 16, 2020

Earvin Vewey Campbell, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Friday October 16, 2020. He was a member of Ivydale Holiness Church of God. Earvin loved the Lord and going to church, he loved his family very much especially his grandkids.

Preceded in death by parents William and Pearlie Campbell, brothers Lloyd(Dalt), John(Banks), William(Bill), Donald(Pooder),...

Oct 16, 2020

Steven  Edward Lester, age 64 of Rocky Top, Tn passed away on Friday October 16, 2020. He was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church, Steven graduated from LMU Business College, he enjoyed reading about finance, economics and volunteering at food dispenseries.

He was preceded in death by parents James and Ruby Lee...

Oct 14, 2020

Eugene Oakes, age 77 of Jacksboro passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2020. He was a member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church. Eugene retired from Powell Clinch Utility District after working for 36 years as a meter reader, he was a US Army Veteran having received the Good Conduct Medal, Sharp Shooter Rifle M-14, 1 year Safe...

Oct 13, 2020

Deborah Gail Mowell Murray Clark, age 65 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 after a battle with cancer. She was a member of Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church of LaFollette, TN. She spent 37 years nursing and driving many miles putting many hours on the road. She loved the sun, the ocean, and gospel singing....

Oct 12, 2020

John Huey Woods, age 69 of LaFollette, departed this life on Monday, October 12, 2020.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Martin Wilson Funeral Home from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 6:00 PM with Minister Ben Schafer officiating.

John's guestbook may...

Oct 11, 2020

Robert "Willie" Stidham, age 91 of LaFollette, departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2020. Willie was born on October 1, 1929 in Perry County, Kentucky to the late Dudley and Delia (Cowell) Stidham. He was of the Pentecostal Faith and was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Willie was the Chief of Police for the Austin, Indiana...

Oct 9, 2020

Carl Burton Douglas, a loving husband of 53 years, father, grandfather, brother, brother in law, and friend to all, age 78 of the Stinking Creek Community, left this walks of life and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, October 9, 2020. He was born January 14, 1942 in the Branam...

Oct 8, 2020

P. Gene Walters, age 79 of LaFollette, TN passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 at home. He loved God, his church, and family. Gene was born September 19, 1941 in Westbourne, TN to the late Herbert and Alfa Walters. He was employed at A&P Food Chain from 1958 through 1990, where he retired as a district manager....

Oct 5, 2020

Georgia Ann (Duncan) Brown, age 90 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 5,2020. She was born on February 19, 1930 to the late Lindsay and Mary Alice "McGhee" Duncan. She was a loving wife of 70 years, a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Georgia Ann was a member of West LaFollete...

Oct 1, 2020

Lewis Lee Lay, age 69 of Jacksboro, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at his residence. He was born August 11, 1951 in Campbell County to the late Luther and Ethel (Byrge) Lay. Lewis retired from LaFollette Utilities Board after 26 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, and playing the guitar.

In addition to...

Sep 30, 2020

James J. Housley, age 94 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. James was born on April 17th, 1926 to the late John Housley and Hazel Byrd Housley. He was a loving husband and father, that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He loved to sing Gospel...

Sep 29, 2020

Steve Stinson, age 64 of LaFollette, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. He was born March 21, 1956 in Richmond, Indiana to the late Melvin and Ruby Stinson. Steve enjoyed working on cars, building, and spending time with his kids. He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Steve is survived by his children, Steven Stinson,...

Sep 25, 2020

Michael David "Mike" Robbins, age 51 of LaFollette, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020, surrounded by his loving family and friends after long and hard battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Mike was a loving husband, daddy, son, grandfather, and a friend to everyone he met. He was the owner of Robbins Quality Roofing. Mike loved watching his...

Sep 20, 2020

Bill Edd Bruce, age 74 of Jacksboro, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 20, 2020. He was born September 18, 1946 to the late Curtis Bruce and Rosie (Walden) Bruce. Bill was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church.  He enjoyed hunting, spending time with his grandchildren and his great- granddaughter. Bill retired from...

Sep 13, 2020

Edward "Ed" Leach, age 85 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020 after fighting a 3 year battle with cancer. Ed was of the Baptist faith. He was born February 10, 1935 in Duff to the late Steeley and Mossie Ellison Leach. Ed retired from the State of Tennessee Tourism Division.  He was a U.S....

Sep 9, 2020

Alice Faye Walden, age 71 of Jacksboro, formerly of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home on September 9, 2020. She was born on February 28, 1949. She was a very loving mother, who enjoyed dancing, singing, and taking care of her family.

Alice is preceded in death by her parents George Lovett and Chole...

Sep 9, 2020

Elizabeth Hutson, age 93 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Elizabeth was a member of the LaFollette Church of Christ. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her cats. Elizabeth also enjoyed painting, writing poems, and making her famous vegetable soup with corn fritters.

She is preceded in...