Obituaries
LaFollette, TN Obituaries
Ella (Gillum) Shepherd
Nov 12, 2019
Ella (Gillum) Shepherd, age 96 of LaFollette, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 5th, 1922 in Pineville, Kentucky to the late Tom and Mahala (Howard) Gillum. Ella was a very good Christian woman and was a member...
Tonya Marie Lawson
Nov 8, 2019
Tonya Marie Lawson, age 45 of Caryville departed this life Friday, November 8, 2019. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving mother of two children, loving sister, and daughter. Tonya enjoyed being outdoors and working in her flowers.
She is preceded in death by mother Brenda Nance.
She is survived...
Wanda Lou Burton
Nov 5, 2019
Wanda Burton, age 63 of LaFollette passed away at Tennova North in Knoxville Tuesday, November 5, 2019.
She is preceded in death by stepfather Doris Sharron, sister Vanessa Wudke, and granddaughter Skylar Monday.
She is survived by husband Robert, children Jennifer, Amanda, Meghann, and Chris, grandchildren Codie, Cara, Caleb, Jason, Jessie, and Robert,...
Della "Ruth" (Hutson) Roberts
Nov 1, 2019
Della "Ruth" (Hutson) Roberts, age 93 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Friday, November 1, 2019. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a very loving mother and grandmother. Ruth enjoyed listening to music and spending time outdoors.
She is preceded in death by husband Earl Hutson, daughter Joan Hatmaker, parents...
Betty Jean (Mcnew) Goins
Oct 28, 2019
Betty Jean (McNew) Goins, age 81 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Monday, October 28, 2019. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving sister that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially children that she loved dearly.
She is preceded in death by parents Woodrow and Leora (Evans) McNew,...
Magdline (Loyd) Ivey
Oct 28, 2019
Magdline (Loyd) Ivey, age 89 of LaFollette passed away Monday, October 28. She attended Faith Tabernacle Church. Magdline was born March 8, 1930 in Briceville, TN to the late Wayne and Minnie Loyd.
She was preceded in death by husband Lewis Ivey, brothers Fred, Wayne, Eugene, and Troy Loyd, sister Juanita Bolton, son Shelby Bowlin,...
Kenneth Ray "Pappy" Marple
Oct 23, 2019
Sgt. Kenneth Ray "Pappy" Marple, age 72 died peacefully in Fort Sanders Hospital on Wednesday, October 23, 2019. A veteran of the Vietnam Era, served from May 1966-April 1968. He joined the armed forces and was stationed in special assignment in Friedburg, Germany for the United States Army. Sgt. Kenneth Marple "Pappy" was a brave and loyal...
Ben Ray Mcgill
Oct 23, 2019
Ben Ray McGill, age 77 of LaFollette joined his precious wife Ellen Wednesday, October 23, 2019.
He is preceded in death by wife Ellen Frazier McGill, parents Ben & Elizabeth "Lizzy" (Lackey) McGill, brothers Lige Gregg, Jimmy Lloyd McGill, sisters Martha Raines and Mary Bratcher.
He is survived by special friend LeAnna Mongar,...
Tabitha Georgia Markley
Oct 17, 2019
Tabitha Georgia Markley, age 47 of LaFollette, passed away on October 17, 2019. She enjoyed crocheting, animals, and doing crafts. She attended New Life Ministries Church. Tabitha loved her kids very much.
She is preceded in death by her Brother Bradley Huling.
She is survived by her husband Brian...
Helen Louise (Barnes) Rose
Oct 17, 2019
Helen Louise Rose, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 17, 2019. She was a member of Grape Missionary Baptist Church in Monroe, Michigan. Helen enjoyed music and dancing.
She is preceded in death by husband Marvin J. Rose, parents Robert and Laura (Moss) Barnes, brother Raymond Barnes.
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Emma Vanpatten
Oct 17, 2019
Emma VanPatten, age 90 of LaFollette departed this life Thursday, October 17, 2019.
Graveside service for Emma will be 1 PM Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Rural Vale Baptist Church with Rev. Vernon Webb officiating.
Emma's guestbook may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com
The family has entrusted the care of Emma VanPatten to Martin...
Glenn Edward Ayers
Oct 15, 2019
Glenn Edward Ayers, age 79 of LaFollette departed this life Tuesday, October 15, 2019. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Emmanuel Baptist Church. Glenn was a United States Navy Veteran.
He is preceded in death by son David Ayers, parents Jerry and Dollie (Blackard) Ayers, brothers Jerry, Ronnie, and DW Ayers.
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Marsha Lee Wilson
Oct 8, 2019
Marsha Lee Wilson, age 54 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019. She was of the Baptist faith.
There are no services planned for Marsha at this time.
The family has entrusted the care of Marsha Lee Wilson to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"
Karl Heinz Schulz, Jr.
Oct 7, 2019
Karl Heinz Schulz, Jr., of LaFollette departed this life Monday, October 7, 2019. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed cooking and teaching his family how to cook. He also loved to fish, gardening, birdwatching, and all things outdoors.
He is preceded in death by 1st wife Anna Ruth Marlow...
Tommy Jones
Oct 1, 2019
Tommy Jones, age 62 of LaFollette departed this life Monday, October 1, 2019. He was a loving husband, brother, and uncle. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by parents Elmer and Sharlene (Wilson) Jones, brothers Paul, Ray, and Bobby Jones.
He is...
Mary Juanita Overton
Sep 27, 2019
Mary Juanita Overton, age 89, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday September 27, 2019. Heaven gained another Angel, Juanita went home to be with her loving husband of 67 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and nieces and nephews, whom she loved very much. Juanita was a member of West Elkton Baptist...
Rb Woodard
Sep 25, 2019
RB Woodard, age 95 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 25, 2019. He was a member of First Baptist Caryville Church. He was a Mason and a Shriner for over 50 years. RB drove children and their families to Children's Hospital in Cincinnati. He was a highly decorated World War II Veteran...
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.
...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
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...
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