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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

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...

William Young Roddy, Sr.

William Young Roddy, Sr.

Aug 21, 2019

William Young Roddy, Sr., age 77 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019.  He was a United States Army Veteran, and a retired construction worker.  William loved fishing, hunting, and watching baseball.

He is preceded in death by parents Luther and Reba Roddy, sisters Dorothy Young and Kathleen Roddy, brothers Ed and Johnny Roddy,...

John Raymond Smith

John Raymond Smith

Aug 18, 2019

John Raymond Smith, age 96 of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019. He loved spending time with his loving wife, Pearl and his dog, Charlie.  He also loved reading, studying the Bible, and listening to gospel music.  John belonged to the Church of God.

He is preceded in death by 2 sons, Jessie James...

Sherry Renee Reed

Sherry Renee Reed

Aug 15, 2019

Sherry Renee Reed, age 58, of Dutch Valley Road, Clinton, Tn, passed away at 2:25 pm on August 15, 2019.

She is survived by her loved ones; her husband Donald E. Reed of Knoxville, her children Terry D. Herrell of Clinton, Misty D. Herrell of Clinton, Kristina G. Herrell of Clinton and Samantha A. Burton...

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr.

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr.

Aug 13, 2019

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr., age 57 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019. He was of the Baptist faith.  Gary enjoyed working on his cars and spending time with his grandkids.

He is preceded in death by father, R.L. Monday, wife, Carolyn Monday, and brother Ricky Monday.

He is survived by mother...

Evelyn "Teanie" (Byrge) Chapman

Evelyn "Teanie" (Byrge) Chapman

Aug 12, 2019

Evelyn "Teanie" Byrge Chapman, age 91, passed away August 12, 2019 at Cumberland Village Care and Rehab. Teanie was a devout Christian lady and lived an entire lifetime devoted to her Lord and personal Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a member of Jacksboro Community Church.  She could always be heard singing or humming Christian Hymns. She loved...

Albert Chadwell

Albert Chadwell

Aug 12, 2019

Albert Chadwell, age 71, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019.  He was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church.  Albert enjoyed watching movies, especially westerns, and watching birds.  He also loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by daughter Lisa Michelle Holloway, parents Thomas Chadwell and Johnnie (Spitzer) Petitt and stepfather...

John Ralph Brown

John Ralph Brown

Aug 10, 2019

John Ralph Brown, age 43 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019.  He attended Crossroads Church.  John enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is preceded in death by father Ralph Marlow.

He is survived by mother Virginia (Brown) King and Steven McGlade, sons Jeffrey Brown and Charles Brown, daughter Anna Brown, brothers David...

Anna Renee (Freeman) Ledford

Anna Renee (Freeman) Ledford

Aug 7, 2019

Anna Rene (Freeman) Ledford, age 46 of LaFollette departed this life on August 7, 2019. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and best friend, that enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Anna also enjoyed riding motorcycles and helping other people.

She is preceded in death by her father William L. Freeman.

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Dorothy Mae Mcghee

Dorothy Mae Mcghee

Aug 3, 2019

Dorothy Mae "Nanny" Powell McGhee, born May 8, 1935 (age 84) of  LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Saturday August 3, 2019,  peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long battle with lung disease. Nanny enjoyed many things including sewing  gospel music, bird watching and especially working in her yard and...

Lawrence Tracy Hill

Lawrence Tracy Hill

Aug 2, 2019

Lawrence "Tracy" Hill, age 51 of Lafollette passed away Friday, August 2, 2019.

No services are planned at this time.

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

Erick John Adkins

Erick John Adkins

Aug 1, 2019

Erick John Adkins, age 41 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, August 1, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by sons Johnathan and Landon Adkins, daughter Paige Adkins, Father Roger and wife Robin, Mother Nancy (Smith) Adkins, brothers Roger (Stacy) Adkins, Aaron (Beth) Adkins, Brian Adkins, and sister Katlyn (Devin) Martin.

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Estle Odeva Lay

Estle Odeva Lay

Jul 31, 2019

Estle Odeva Lay, age 82, of Caryville departed this life on Wednesday July 31, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He was a loving husband of 27 years, and a loving stepfather.  Estle also loved to garden and spend time with his family.

He is preceded in death by parents Burton Thomas and Nellie...

Michael David Evans

Michael David Evans

Jul 31, 2019

Michael David Evans, age 62 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 31, 2019.  He was a member of Shield of Faith Community Church.  He enjoys fishing and talking on the CB.

He is preceded in death by parents Harvey and Lettie (Marlow) Evans, brothers Bill Evans, Willis Evans, Bobby Evans,...

Valerie Lynn (Shoemaker) Grant

Valerie Lynn (Shoemaker) Grant

Jul 25, 2019

Valerie Lynn Grant, age 64 of Ocklawaha, Florida passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at LaFollette Medical Center.   She was of the Baptist faith and attended Ocklawaha Baptist Church.  Valerie served her country in the United States Air Force and retired as a Staff Sergeant.

She is preceded in death by father Ronald Shoemaker and...

Jean Ovetta (Day) Chapman

Jean Ovetta (Day) Chapman

Jul 24, 2019

Jean Ovetta Chapman, age 74 of LaFollette departed this life Wednesday, July 24, 2019.  She was a member of First Independent Missionary Baptist Church.  She lived life to the fullest, loved her flowers, plants, and her animals.  Jean also loved her family very much and being around her friends.

She is preceded in death by...

Kenneth Campbell

Kenneth Campbell

Jul 22, 2019

Kenneth Campbell, age 79 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Monday, July 22, 2019.  He was an avid golfer, member of Milford Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite and a Shriner.

He is preceded in death by parents Earnest Sr. and Rebecca Campbell, brothers Earnest Campbell Jr. and Carl Campbell, sisters Nancy Ball and...

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