Obituaries

Aug 14, 2018

Amanda Sue Ward, age 29 of LaFollette departed this life Tuesday, August 14, 2018.  She was a loving daughter, sister, and cousin.  Amanda enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, camping, and taking care of animals.

She is preceded in death by brother Michael Ward.

She is survived by parents Marvin and Martha (York) Ward.

Aug 13, 2018

Jennifer Lynn (Duncan) McCullah, age 34 of Jacksboro departed this life Monday, August 13, 2018.  She was a loving companion of 14 years to Roger Jonah Marlow.  Jennifer was a loving mother.  She enjoyed reading, doing crafts, and attending church.

She is preceded in death by mother Jeanie Duncan Smiddy.

She...

Aug 11, 2018

John Leonard Ferguson, age 81, of Jacksboro passed away on Saturday August 11, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was of the Christian Faith.  John enjoyed telling jokes, making people laugh and reminiscing, he loved spending time with his children and his grandchildren. He served in the United States Army.

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Aug 8, 2018

Addisyn Grace Shetterly, age 9, of Jacksboro passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Addi was a member of Woodlake Baptist Church, she enjoyed cheering, playing soccer, basketball, dancing and singing, especially in church.

Survived by Parents; Daren and Lenette Shetterly of Jacksboro, Brother: Christian"Bubbie" Shetterly of Jacksboro, Grandparents; Pat and Paul Shetterly...

Aug 7, 2018

Linda Lee Johnson, age 54, of Jacksboro went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday August 7, 2018.  She enjoyed attending and working with the youth at Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church where she was a Faithful Member for over 13 years. Linda was a loving mother, sister and friend to many, she enjoyed cooking and baking and...

Aug 6, 2018

William H. "Bill" Malicoat, age 93 of White Oak, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 6th, 2018 at his home surrounded by family and friends. Bill was born June 14th, 1925 to the late Will and Nellie (Smiddy) Malicoat. Bill was a faithful Christian and servant of the Lord....

Aug 4, 2018

Mary Elizabeth Ayers, age 75, born on July 23, 1943 in LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Saturday August 4, 2018. Mary was a faithful wife of 55 years and was married on November 2, 1963, to James (Jay) Walter Ayers. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother that enjoyed spending time...

Aug 2, 2018

Paul Lawrence Goodman, age 79 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Thursday, August 2, 2018.  He was of the Baptist faith and a faithful member of Vasper Baptist Church.  Paul was a loving husband of 60 years, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Jul 28, 2018

Helen Francis Rutherford (Johns), age 84, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2018 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in Coal Creek, TN on October 24, 1933. Helen grew up in a loving home raised by grandmother Fannie Dyer and uncle William Dyer. She was of the Methodist faith and very involved with the...

Jul 28, 2018

Daniel Sanders, age 80, of LaFollette passed away on Saturday July 28, 2018. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Sanders was a Merchant Marine,  he loved gardening and mowing.

Preceded in death by wife, Eva Sanders, parents, Fred and Astria Roach Sanders,  brother Fred Sanders, Jr. sisters Elizabeth Sanders and Betty Jo Myers....

Jul 27, 2018

Janice Marian Smith Teague, born September 28, 1931 in Westbourne, TN. passed away July 27, 2018 in LaFollette nursing home at age 86.  She was a member of Speedwell Academy Baptist Church.

Janice grew up in the Eagan, TN community where she completed elementary school.  She graduated from Jellico High and earned her master's degree...

Jul 25, 2018

Rose Bud Ayers, age 54 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018.  She attended Thirteenth Street Church of God. Rose Bud enjoyed gardening.

She is preceded in death by parents Benjamin Franklin Ayers and Phyliss Ann (LeMarr) Ayers.

She is survived by son Franklin Ayers of Jacksboro; daughter Cora Sharp of LaFollette;...

Jul 14, 2018

Michael Anthony Tackett, age 46 of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.  He enjoyed living life to the fullest by fishing, being outdoors, working on cars, and motorcycles. Michael was a senior electrician at the University of Tennessee.

He is survived by father, Teddy Tackett of...

Jul 11, 2018

Tommy Earl Rutherford, age 58, of LaFollette passed away on Wednesday July 11, 2018.  Tommy enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by father, Granville Rutherford.

Survived by Mother, Stella Rutherford of LaFollette, son, Tommy J. Rutherford and wife...

Jul 9, 2018

Wayne Clayton King, age 74 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Monday, July 9, 2018.  He was of the Baptist faith and a member Midway Baptist Church.  Wayne was a loving husband of twenty-five years, and a loving Uncle that enjoyed spending time with his family.  He also enjoyed going to church and never...

Jul 5, 2018

James L. Jessie, age 81 of Jacksboro departed this life Thursday, July 5, 2018.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  James enjoyed hunting, fishing for walleye, and camping in Michigan.

He is preceded in death by parents Oscar and Edna (Godfrey) Jessie; infant daughter Kimberly Lynn Jessie; brothers Jewell Jessie, Oray...

Jul 4, 2018

Brenda Goddard, age 69 of LaFollette went to her heavenly home Wednesday, July 4, 2018.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Brenda was a loving Mother that enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by parents James Thomas and Edna (Laymance) Goddard; son Stacey Delane Goddard; brother...

Jul 4, 2018

Patricia Ann McDaniel, age 82 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

There is no services planned at this time.

Jun 25, 2018

Anthony Tyler Jones, age 25 of LaFollette passed away Monday, June 25, 2018.

He loved spending time with his with family and friends whom he loved very much.

He is preceded in death by grandparents Earnest and Rita Wilson.

He is survived by parents Randy and Becky Jones of LaFollette; son...

Jun 23, 2018

Franklin LeMarr Sr, age 56, of LaFollette passed away on Saturday June 23, 2018. He was a  member of  Heaven's View Worship Center.  Franklin loved fishing, hunting and spending time with his family.

Preceded in death by parents Benny and Bertha LeMarr.

Survived by wife Rosa LeMarr of LaFollette, sons David LeMarr and wife Beth...