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LaFollette, TN Obituaries
Sherman Ballard
Dec 9, 2018
Sherman Ballard, age 92 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at his daughter's house. He was born March 28, 1926 in Campbell County to the late Thomas and Mossie Boshears Ballard. Sherman was a retired dairy farmer and U.S. Army Veteran. He attended Whitman Hollow Baptist Church. Sherman loved to hunt, fish, and raise...
Trina Sue Lemarr
Dec 8, 2018
Trina Sue Waldroop LeMarr, age 52, of LaFollette was born to R.L and Mossie Malicoat Waldroop on March 22, 1966 in Claiborne County Hospital passed away on Saturday December 8, 2018. Trina was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, she was a loving wife of 21 years, a loving daughter, sister and aunt, she enjoyed spending...
Hazel M. Crews
Dec 3, 2018
Hazel M. Crews, age 81 of Knoxville passed away Monday, December 3, 2018. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Hazel loved spending time outside and working in her garden. Hazel also loved baking and cooking for her family and friends.
She is...
Ruth (Hawn) Henderson
Nov 28, 2018
Ruth Henderson, 86, of Toledo, OH, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018, at the Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania. She was born in Briceville, TN, March 20, 1932, Thurman and Annie Hawn.
Ruth is survived by her daughter Vicky Sue (Tim) Henderson; son Tony Lee (Audra) Henderson;grandchildren Arvel Ray (Michael) Henderson, Kenny (Sherry) Kuhns, Pamela (Donny)...
Earl Hughbon Hinch
Nov 27, 2018
Earl Hughbon Hinch, age 80 of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018. He was a deacon at Heartsway Baptist Church. He enjoyed bowling and gardening. He was a very giving man and a faithful Christian. Earl was married to the love of his life, Jeanette for 26 years. He also served in the United States Navy....
Mary Kathryn Johnson
Nov 27, 2018
Mary Kathryn Johnson, age 78 of Jacksboro passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at her home. She was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church. Kathryn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
She is preceded in death by husband of 46 years David N. Johnson, son David Lynn Johnson, parents...
Mitchell J Godsey
Nov 22, 2018
Mitchell J. Godsey, age 85, passed away Thursday, November 22, 2018 at his home in Williamsburg, Ohio, he was formerly of LaFollette.
He was preceded in death by wife Mary B. Godsey.
Survived by Sons, Michael Godsey of Williamsburg, Ohio and Edward Godsey of Stout, Ohio, Daughters, Brenda Christie...
James Glenn Parker
Nov 21, 2018
James Glenn Parker, age 81 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018.
He is preceded in death by brothers Bobby Parker, Donald Parker, and Raymond Parker; sister
Reba Toth.
He is survived by son John Glenn Parker; 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
There will be a Celebration...
Kenneth Ray Ijames
Nov 16, 2018
Kenneth Ray Ijames, age 60 of Clinton passed away Friday, November 16, 2018.
He is preceded in death by father James Robert Ijames.
He is survived by mother \ Marie Ijames; brother David Ijames.Niece Marlena Ijames.
Kenneth's guest book may be viewed at martinwilsonfuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Martin Wilson Funeral...
Jimmy Lee Byrd
Nov 14, 2018
Jimmy Lee Byrd, 72 of Jacksboro, TN passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018. He was of the Baptist faith and a Vietnam Veteran. He was preceded in death by parents Avery and Ethel Byrd, sisters Ruby Cook, Betty Farmer, and Peggy Kitts. He is survived by sons Travis and Trever Byrd, sisters Mary Byrd, Lois Bryge, Joann...
Andrew Jackson Lawson
Nov 12, 2018
Andrew Jackson Lawson, age 90 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord Monday, November 12, 2018. He was a member of High Knob Baptist Church. He enjoyed farming, animals, and coon hunting.
He is preceded in death by wife Effie Luola (Petree) Lawson; parents Perry and Mattie (Miller) Lawson; son Ronnie Lawson; brothers...
Dale "Booby" Travis Chapman
Nov 7, 2018
Dale Travis Chapman (known as "Booby" to all his friends and family). He was born on December 14, 1973 to his father Charles E. Chapman and his mother Jean Chapman. Booby passed away on November 7, 2018 at U.T. Medical Center at 11:35 AM. He was preceded in death by his brother Neal Maurice Chapman. He is...
Obal Daugherty
Nov 2, 2018
Obal Daugherty, age 91, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday November 2, 2018. He was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church,  and an expert fisherman. Mr. Daugherty was a  retired US Navy Veteran Chief Petty Officer retiring with Honors after serving  21 years.  He served in WW II, Korean and the Vietnam conflict.
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J. Will Kosier Sr.
Oct 28, 2018
J. Will Kosier Sr., age 76 passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018.
There will be a graveside service to celebrate J. Will's life Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Byrd's Chapel Cemetery in Knoxville.
J. Will's guestbook may be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"...
Teresa Myonia (Towe) Jenkins
Oct 27, 2018
Teresa Myonia Jenkins, age 53 of Jacksboro passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018. She enjoyed coloring and making crafts. Teresa loved her dogs and spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by husband Chester Jenkins Sr.; parents Mickey Joe and Betty (Sheckles) Towe; brothers William Joe Towe and John Mickey Towe; sister...
Larry Ray Harness
Oct 19, 2018
Larry Ray Harness, age 70 of Caryville, passed away at his home on Friday, October 19, 2018. He was born in Caryville on October 14, 1948. Larry was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Red Ash Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by parents, Leamon and Sallie (McGhee) Harness; and his...
Cynthia E. (Hicks) Puckett
Oct 18, 2018
Cynthia E. Puckett, age 56 of Madisonville, Tennessee departed this life Thursday, October 18, 2018. She was loving wife of 33 years, Mom of three, and a devoted Nana to eight special grandchildren. Cynthia enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by father William Hicks.
She...
Leslie Ann (Hill) Carroll
Oct 17, 2018
Leslie Ann (Hill) Carroll, age 33 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 17, 2018. She was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church. Leslie enjoyed being with friends and family.
She is preceded in death by grandparents Lawrence and June Hill and grandfather, Paul Humphrey.
She is survived...
Conner Clay Lane
Oct 16, 2018
Conner Clay Lane, age 13 of Jacksboro, surrounded by his family, went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. He was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church. Conner enjoyed U.T. football, soccer, running cross country, and hunting. He has touched so many lives with his courageous battle with brain cancer. Everyone loved Conner...
Ada Leigh Moore
Oct 9, 2018
Ada Leigh Moore was born sleeping peacefully on October 9th, 2018 after having already been welcomed home by her Heavenly Father. She was absolutely beautiful and is loved greatly by her entire family. She was greeted in Heaven by grandmother, Rita Sue Moore; great grandparents, Rev. Roy and Sue Moore; great grandfathers, Delmer Smith and Glenn Lynch;...
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