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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

Donald Dewain "Don" Baird, Sr.

Donald Dewain "Don" Baird, Sr.

Sep 18, 2019

Donald "Don" Dewain Baird, Sr., age 85 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He enjoyed collecting coins, knifes, going to flea markets, and flowers.  Don was an avid talker that didn't allow you to get a word in.  He also enjoyed football and basketball, especially Tennessee Vols.  Don was a United States Army Veteran.

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Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree

Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree

Sep 18, 2019

Harley Clyde "Buddy" Petree, age 81 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He loved to work his garden.  Buddy enjoyed being a pilot for the United States Army where he retired as a Sergeant.

He is preceded in death by parents Wymer and Florida (Richardson) Petree, brothers, Lee Petree, Joe Petree, Newman Petree,...

Clifford Wayne Steakley

Clifford Wayne Steakley

Sep 18, 2019

Clifford Wayne  Steakley, age 38 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019.  He enjoyed doing yard work and being outside.  Clifford loved being with his family and friends living life to the fullest.

He is preceded in death by mother Linda Steakley and brother Jeffrey Steakley,  grandparents Jack and Cora Steakley, Clifford and Lula...

Thomas Edward Martin

Thomas Edward Martin

Sep 16, 2019

Thomas Edward Martin, age 65 of Clinton passed away Monday, September 16, 2019.

There are no services planned at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Thomas Edward Martin to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

Thomas' guestbook may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Mae "Ruth" (Cox) Nelson

Mae "Ruth" (Cox) Nelson

Sep 15, 2019

Mae "Ruth" Nelson, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Sunday, September 15, 2019.  She was a member of Murrayville Baptist Church.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  Ruth loved to cook, work in the garden, and being outdoors....

Claude Richard Goins

Claude Richard Goins

Sep 11, 2019

Claude Richard Goins, age 72 of Lake City went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 11, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He loved to play poker, fish, driving, traveling, country music, and aggravating everyone.  Claude also love to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is preceded in death...

Willard Dewayne Young

Willard Dewayne Young

Sep 10, 2019

Willard Dewayne Young, age 50 of Lafollette passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019.

There is no services planned for Mr. Young.

Willard's guest book may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

The family has entrusted the care of Willard Young to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

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Floyd Chester Rosenbaum

Floyd Chester Rosenbaum

Sep 9, 2019

Floyd Chester Rosenbaum, age 73 of LaFollette departed this life Monday, September 9, 2019.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  Floyd enjoyed spending time with his family, loved to fish, and spending time outdoors.

He is preceded in death by parents Charles and Ester (Thomas) Rosenbaum, brother James Rosenbaum.

He is...

Spencer Douglas Young

Spencer Douglas Young

Sep 8, 2019

Spencer Douglas Young age 81, of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, NASCAR, and sitting on the porch.

Spencer is preceded in death by his parents Willard and Blanche (Douglas) Young; brother Jerry Young; and sisters Billie Baird and June Lloyd; his fur baby, Cheyanne.

He is...

Michael David Monk

Michael David Monk

Sep 6, 2019

Michael David Monk, age 38 of Lafollette passed away Friday, September 6, 2019.

A private graveside service was held 10 AM Monday, September 9, 2019 at Bakers Forge Cemetery.

The family has entrusted the care of Michael David Monk to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families Matter Most"

Michael's guestbook may...

Bobby Gene Hill

Bobby Gene Hill

Sep 4, 2019

Bobby Gene Hill, age 79 of LaFollette entered the gates of Heaven Wednesday, September 4, 2019.  He was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church.  Bobby enjoyed going to Lyk-Nu Body Shop and fishing.  He also enjoyed watching Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds baseball.

He is preceded in death by parents Luther and Jewell Hill,...

Franklin Delano "Frank" Lynch

Franklin Delano "Frank" Lynch

Sep 3, 2019

Franklin Delano "Frank" Lynch, age 89 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 3, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He loved telling stories, bird watching, especially hummingbirds, and walking when he was able.  He also loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Frank retired from the United States Army...

Roy Alvin Blackwell, Sr.

Roy Alvin Blackwell, Sr.

Sep 1, 2019

Roy Alvin Blackwell, Sr., age 81 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Sunday, September 1, 2019.  He was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church.  He was a mechanic by trade and loved his job.  Roy retired from Campbell County Road Department.

He is preceded in death by first wife Clara Blackwell, parents...

Arletta Hickman

Arletta Hickman

Aug 30, 2019

Arletta Hickman, age 89 of LaFollette, went home to be with Lord on Friday, August 30th, 2019. Arletta enjoyed reading and attending Antioch Baptist Church in Clinton, TN. She was of the Baptist Faith and accepted the Lord as her personal Savior at an early age, and rededicated her life back to Lord at age 81.

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Helen Jean Jordan

Helen Jean Jordan

Aug 29, 2019

Helen Jean Jordan, age 80 of Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 29, 2019. Helen enjoyed cooking, doing word searches, and going shopping with her sisters. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.

Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Venice and Pearl...

Elmer "Junior" Harding

Elmer "Junior" Harding

Aug 29, 2019

Elmer "Junior" Harding, age 56 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, August 29, 2019.  He was a member of Clinch River Baptist Church.  He enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids.  Junior also loved spending time outdoors, especially fishing, and hunting.

He is preceded in death by father Elmer Harding,...

James Luther Williams

James Luther Williams

Aug 26, 2019

James Luther Williams, age 74 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Monday, August 26, 2019.  He attended West LaFollette Baptist Church.  He enjoyed hunting, reading his bible, and fellowship with his church family.   James loved his family very much and his faithful cockatoo, Ernie.

He is preceded in death by parents David...

Danny Hershel Goins

Danny Hershel Goins

Aug 25, 2019

Danny Hershal Goins, age 64 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019.

He is preceded in death by father Clifton "Kink" Goins, mother Margaret (Ellison) Goins, brothers Kenneth, Ronald, Cecil, and Charles Milton "Buddy" Goins, sisters Dallis Nelson, Patsy Lou, and Becky Meade.

He is survived by daughters Amanda Goins Covington &...

Edna Marie (Overbay) Bunch

Edna Marie (Overbay) Bunch

Aug 25, 2019

Edna Marie (Overbay) Bunch, age 88 of Jacksboro went home to be with her Lord and Savior, while surrounded by her family Sunday, August 25, 2019.  She was a member of Habersham Baptist Church for 43 years and she loved her church family very much.  Edna enjoyed cooking, gardening, feeding everyone that came by to visit, and...

Billy Joe Wilhoit, Sr

Billy Joe Wilhoit, Sr

Aug 24, 2019

Billy Joe Wilhoit  Sr., age 81 of  LaFollette had a Home going on Saturday August 24, 2019.  He was a member of Heaven's View Missionary Baptist Church.

Mr. Wilhoit was preceded in death by Father Bill Wilhoit, Mother Mattie Ellison, Wife Veda Huckaby Wilhoit, Grandson Anthony Wilhoit.

Survived by Sons Billy...

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