Obituaries

Mar 21, 2019

Betty Jane Douglas, born March 22, 1943 went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 21, 2019.  Betty was a dedicated and faithful member of Cumberland View Baptist Church.  She was also a beloved sister, mother, mamaw, and friend.  She will be remembered for her kindness and devotion to the Lord.

She is...

Mar 17, 2019

Thelma Louise (Campbell) Elmore of LaFollette, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, March 17, 2019 at Shannondale Nursing Home in Knoxville, TN. She was born November 29, 1921 in Jellico, TN.  Thelma was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years Charles Ray Elmore; infant son Charles Ray Elmore, Jr.; parents, Cadle &...

Mar 14, 2019

Wayne Farmer, age 66 of LaFollette, Tennessee, surrounded by his family went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 14, 2019.  He was of the Baptist Faith and a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his father LeJeune Farmer, grandparents Joe & Edith Farmer, Gertrude & Sandy...

Mar 13, 2019

Staff Sergeant Alexander Scott Lawson, U.S. Army, age 32 of Chattanooga, TN, passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2019. He was a member of Jacksboro United Methodist Church. He was honorably discharged from the United States Army after serving up to five tours of duty including Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. He was...

Mar 12, 2019

Maddox "Max" Elijah River Belew, 14, of Statesville, North Carolina, passed away on March 12, 2019. He was born on February 4, 2005, in Oakridge, TN, to Kelli Blair Miller Belew and Daniel Scott Belew. Max was a student at Iredell Charter Academy. In addition to his parents, Max is survived by his sisters, Morgan Hughes and...

Mar 10, 2019

Catina Fay Couch, age 45 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019.

She is preceded in death by father Hobert Jones, sister Donna Jones, and grandparents.

She is survived by mother Patricia Irvin & step-father Michael Irvin; son Travis Jones; daughter Shakina Couch; grandson Bryson Jones; several sisters, nieces, nephews,...

Mar 9, 2019

Florence Ann "Flo" (Penny) Reichow, age 63 of LaFollette, departed this life on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at her residence. She was born May 26, 1955 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Woodrow and Nina Mae (Galloway) Penny. Flo enjoyed crocheting, swimming, shopping, cooking, gardening, her flowers, flea marketing, and going to the casino.

In...

Mar 8, 2019

Opal Sue Lovely, age 86 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Friday, March 8, 2019.  She was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church.  She enjoyed crocheting, making quilts, crafts, and spending time with her family.  Opal was employed by the Campbell County School System for over 20 years.

She is preceded...

Mar 3, 2019

Hazel Willine Farris, age 83 of Butler Township, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Stone Spring of Vandalia. She was born September 27, 1935 in Habersham, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Vic and Maggie Orick. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Vickie Wells; and...

Feb 25, 2019

William "Bill" Ward, age 80 of Jacksboro passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on February 25th, 2019. Bill enjoyed going to the mountains, traveling, watching Nascar, basketball, and football. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents Mike and Gertie (Overton) Ward; brothers...

Feb 23, 2019

Joseph Allen Harris, age 67, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday February 23, 2019, he was of the Baptist Faith, a loving husband of 45 years that enjoyed spending time with his family, playing music and spending time with his friends.

Preceded in death by Parents; Willard Harris and  Leona...

Feb 22, 2019

Clifford J. Collett, age 62 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Friday February 22, 2019, he was of the Protestant Faith.  Mr. Collett was a loving father, grandfather that loved reading his Bible and traveling.

Preceded in death by Wife; Shirley K. (Reed) Collett, Parents; Clifford Earl and Rebecca Jane (Riggs)...

Feb 22, 2019

Owen Thomas, age 63, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday February 22, 2019.

Preceded in death by Parents; Richard and Delllie Kennedy Thomas, Son; Shannon Thomas.

Survived by Daughters; Vivian "Sarah" Ellis of LaFollette and Millie Earles and husband James of Knoxville, son Shannon Thomas of Oregon, Brother; David Thomas of Jacksboro, grandchildren;...

Feb 19, 2019

Mary "Ann" Begley, age 68 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 19, 2019.  She was a loving wife of 28 years, loving mother, and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family.  Ann also enjoy the outdoors.  She loved to fish, ride four wheelers, and hunting.

She is preceded in...

Feb 17, 2019

Selah Beatrice McCormick, age 94 of Jacksboro departed this life Sunday, February 17, 2019 to be with the Lord while surrounded by family members.  She was the oldest member of Cumberland View Baptist Church.  Selah was a loving wife of 62 years, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Selah enjoyed spending time with her family...

Feb 13, 2019

Barbara Sue (Phillips) Jenkins, age 70 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, February 13, 2019.  She was a loving wife of 25 years.  Barbara enjoyed gardening and spending time outside, arranging her flowers.  She also enjoyed sewing and making quilts.

Barbara is preceded in death by son Keith Hale; parents Luther...

Feb 5, 2019

Tammy Wilson, age 54 of Caryville departed this life Tuesday, February 5, 2019.  She was a member of Indian Mound Baptist Church.  Tammy enjoyed listening to music, dancing, and singing.  She also enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by parents Luke and Bonnie (Goins) Wilson; sisters Judy Russell and Linda...

Feb 1, 2019

Deanna Wheeler, age 66 of LaFollette, departed this life on Friday, February 1, 2019 at her residence. She was born March 31, 1952 in Lake City, Tennessee to the late Arlie and Glennis Silcox Brock. Deanna loved spending time with family and friends especially spoiling all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved watching the Lifetime...

Jan 31, 2019

Paul Francis Campbell, age 78 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 31, 2019.   He was a loving husband of 56 years, loving father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family.  He also enjoyed working in his garden and spending time outdoors.  Paul also loved to sit on the front porch...

Jan 29, 2019

Terrence Michael "Mike" Felker, age 67 of LaFollette entered the presence of The Lord he served so faithfully on Tuesday, January 29, 2019.  He was a loving husband to Ann for 48 years, the best Dad in the world to James, Mary, and Robert, and grandfather to 7 beautiful girls.  He loved his church family at Emmanuel...