Obituaries

May 24, 2020

Elbert Lee Moore, age 55 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, May 24, 2020.

He is preceded in death by stepfather, Willis Taylor.

He is survived by son, Logan Moore of Virginia; daughter, Abbie Moore of Knoxville; mother, Phyllis Taylor of LaFollette; brothers, Willis "Butchie" Taylor of LaFollette, Wayne Moore of Rocky Top, David...

May 18, 2020

Ralph R. Ward, age 75 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Monday, May 18, 2020.  He was a member of Round Rock Baptist Church.  He enjoyed being outdoors, especially ginseng and fishing.  Ralph also loved gardening, planting flowers, and his grandbabies very much.

He is preceded in death by parents,...

May 15, 2020

Louise B. Adkins entered the arms of Jesus on Friday, May 15th, 2020.  Louise enjoyed reading her Bible, cooking, sewing, gardening, and listening to Gospel music.

She is preceded in death by husband, Albert Adkins.  Parents, Edgar and Mae (Rector) Beaty.   Brothers, Ray and J.C. Beatty, and stepdaughter Hattie Sue Moon.

Louise is...

May 12, 2020

Betty Sue Draughn, age 78 of Caryville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. She was born May 14, 1940 in Jacksboro to the late Goldman and Georgia (Gross) Lindsay. Betty was a member of Bear Wallow Baptist Church. She was a loving wife of 57 years, loving mother, grandmother,...

May 7, 2020

Charles Russell Herbster, age 58 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday May 7, 2020. He was of the Baptist Faith.

He is preceded in death by Parents: James Leo and Betty Katherine White Edwards, Sister Judith Meredith.

He is survived by Brothers; William R. Blodgett and wife Nancy, of Rocky Top, Tn Richard...

May 7, 2020

Melissa Dawn Rogers, age 50 of Speedwell passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020.  She loved to read poetry, gardening, and watching sports.  She also loved to cut hair and was the owner of Tangles Hair Salon.

She is preceded in death by parents, David and Wilma (Lyons) Rogers, brother, David Rogers.

She is...

May 5, 2020

Elmer Tee "Buddy" Davis, age 85 of LaFollette departed this life Tuesday, May 5, 2020.  He was a loving husband of 66 years, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather.  He enjoyed spending time with his family.   Buddy was an avid Braves fan and loved to watch baseball on TV.

He is preceded in death by...

Apr 29, 2020

Rex Edward Kitts, age 53 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020.  He enjoyed traveling and sports.  Rex was a Florida State fan.  His granddaughter, Madilyn was the light of his life.

He is preceded in death by parents, Edward Gilbert and Pearl (Owens) Kitts.

He is survived by wife, Robbin Kitts...

Apr 28, 2020

Earl Franklin Brogan, age 84 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 28, 2020.  He was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church.  He was also a member of the Kerbela Shriners of Knoxville and loved selling the Shriners papers.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Earl was a United States Air Force Veteran....

Apr 27, 2020

Lois June Byrge, age 84 of LaFollette departed this life Monday, April 27, 2020.  She was a member of Davis Chapel Community Baptist Church.  Lois enjoyed baking, reading, and sitting on the porch, which was her favorite to do.

She is preceded in death by parents, Avery and Ethel (Thompson) Byrd; brother, Jimmy Byrd; sisters,...

Apr 27, 2020

Nancy K. Davis, age 65, of LaFollette passed away Monday, April 27, 2020.  She attended Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church.  Nancy enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by parents, Franklyn and Cynthia (Riggs) Lynch.

She is survived by husband, Darrell Davis of LaFollette; son,...

Apr 26, 2020

Jeff Whitaker, age 54 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Sunday, April 26, 2020.  He was a loving friend for 12 years, a loving husband for 21 years, with a total life together over 33 years. He was also a loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Jeff enjoyed playing basketball, spending time outdoors, on...

Apr 23, 2020

Clyde Samuel Cox, age 82 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Thursday, April 23, 2020. He was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Caryville. He was a loving husband for 27 years, a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family, being outdoors, fishing, traveling, and cruising....

Apr 20, 2020

Jeffrey D. Marlow, age 48 of Jacksboro departed this life Monday, April 20, 2020.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with this family and friends and he never met a stranger.

He is preceded in death by parents, Johnny and Jean (Marlow) Baird.

He is survived by...

Apr 14, 2020

David O. Trowbridge, age 77 of LaFollette passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 14, 2020.   David was a retired Electrician of 40 years from Y-12 in Oak Ridge, TN. He loved to hunt, fish, and quilt.

David is preceded in death by his wife, Lillie Trowbridge; father, George Trowbridge; mother, Hazel Trowbridge; brother,...

Apr 11, 2020

William Shields Bolinger, age 94, passed away on April 11, 2020 at Cumberland Village in LaFollette.  He was born on June 8, 1925 in LaFollette, Tennessee.   Shields loved his God, his family, and his country.  Shields volunteered for the US Army in 1943 at the age of 18 as the country fought World War II.  After basic...

Apr 8, 2020

Burgin Williams, age 89 of Jacksboro, entered into the gates of heaven on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Burgin was reunited with his loving wife of 63 years, Rosemary Williams after her home going on January 19, 2020. He was a member of Indian Creek Baptist Church, where he served as a Trustee. Burgin was a loving father...

Apr 7, 2020

Mary Ruth Heatherly, age 85 of Jacksboro, departed this life to be with the Lord and her husband Lee of 47 years on Tuesday, April 7th, 2020. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Mary Ruth also enjoyed cooking, sewing, and quilting. She also loved attending...

Apr 3, 2020

Johnny James Paul "John Paul" Branam age 55 of Duff went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 3, 2020.  He was a loving husband and brother that enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved to fish, four wheeling, and anything outdoors.

He is preceded in death by parents, Vestel and Joy (Ridenour)...

Apr 2, 2020

Tom Wilson, age 75 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord and join his lovely wife, Thursday, April 2, 2020.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching westerns, and wrestling on tv.  Tom loved to read the Bible and talk about the Lord.

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