Obituaries

Jan 31, 2018

Goldie Irene Bolton, age 70 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at LaFollette Medical Center.  She was of the Pentecostal faith and a member of Calvary Worship Center.  Irene was a very loving Mother and Nana.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and crocheting with her special friend, Linda...

Jan 29, 2018

Thomas Lee Bullock, age 89 of London, Kentucky departed this life Monday, January 29, 2018.  He was a loving husband of the late Geneva Bullock for sixty-one years. Thomas entered the Military in 1946.  He retired in 1972 after serving in WW11, Korean war and Vietnam two tours.

He is preceded in death by wife...

Jan 27, 2018

Robert Rambo Mendez III, age 53 of LaFollette, passed away on January 27, 2018 at his residence.

Robert will be cremated and no services are planned at this time.

Arrangements by Martin Wilson Funeral Home 'Where Families Matter Most"

Jan 26, 2018

DITT THOMAS WELCH, Jr., born June 6, 1948, passed away January 26, 2018 in Plano, Texas after complications following a stroke.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ditt and Ellen (Metz) Welch, twin brother Dewitt Marcus, grandparents Ulas and Jessie Welch of Speedwell, Tennessee, and Ervin and Margaret Metz of Graysville, Tennessee. He...

Jan 25, 2018

James Franklin Hatmaker, age 79 went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 25, 2018.  He was of the Baptist faith and attended Stinking Creek Baptist church.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family.  James was a dedicated Vol's fan and enjoyed playing golf.

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Jan 23, 2018

Carol Ann Wilson, age 82 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at the LaFollette Medical Center. She was born December 19, 1935 in Ada, Oklahoma to the late Henry "Hank" Moelling and Anna Pauline Shoemaker Moelling. Carol was a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing golf,...

Jan 17, 2018

Rachel LouEller "Lula" Bryant Hunley, 94 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at LaFollette Nursing Home after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend to many.  She was long-time member of Victory Baptist Church and loved the Lord and Savior with all her being.  Rachel...

Jan 15, 2018

Randy Hollifield, age 53 of Jacksboro passed away Monday, January 15, 2018. He was of the Baptist faith.  He enjoyed fishing, sitting behind the barn looking at the mountains.  Randy was very out-going and loved to travel.

He is preceded in death by father James Everette Hollifield; brothers William Alfred Hollifield, Danny Ray Hollifield.

Jan 14, 2018

Iantha Inez Bradshaw, age 89 of Oak Ridge, formerly of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, January 14, 2018.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Iantha was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church.  She was a very loving, devoted Mother and grandmother that always put the needs of her family before her own....

Jan 14, 2018

Jewel Lena Hembree, age 88 of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, January 14, 2018.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Jewel was a very loving mother, and grandmother that enjoyed working in ceramics, sewing, and floral arrangements.

She is preceded in death by husband Cubert Deiona Hembree; son Donnie Joe Hembree; parents William Harrison and Lula...

Jan 10, 2018

Dora Messer, age 77 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Dora was an amateur Ham Radio operator.  She loved gospel singing, going to church, and singing in the choir.  She also loved her dog, Sparky, her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by...

Jan 10, 2018

Marie (Adkins) Ward, age 75 of LaFollette, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. She was born July 26, 1942 in Campbell County to the late Jonah and Dolly (Sellers) Adkins. Marie was a member of Round Rock Baptist Church. She loved camping, flowers, puzzles, sewing, quilting, and...

Jan 9, 2018

Bill Joe Weaver, age 76 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 9, 2018. He was a member of Stanfield Church of God.  Bill was a loving husband of 54 years, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family.  He also loved wood working, crafts, playing his banjo, and...

Jan 8, 2018

Reba Octava "Tava" Jones, age 82 born May 20, 1935 and passed Monday, January 8, 2018.  Like the mighty oak tree, Tava's life spanned many generations and bore witness to many miracles small and large.  She attributed her strength to her deep roots that lay both Kentucky and Tennessee soil, and were nourished by her immense faith...

Jan 8, 2018

Josephine Wright, age 83 of Jacksboro went home to be with her Lord & Savior Monday, January 8, 2018.  She was a member of Shield of Faith Church in Jacksboro.  Jo enjoyed going to church, spending time with her family & friends, and spoiling her dogs.  She also loved beautiful flowers.

She is preceded in...

Jan 7, 2018

Glenn Luna, age 65 of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, January 7, 2018 at LaFollette Medical Center.  He was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church.  He loved reading his bible, watching movies, working on the yard, and spending time with his family.  Glenn never met a stranger and was well loved by his fellow co-workers at LaFollette...

Jan 7, 2018

Jerry Ray "Gopher" Lane, age 57 of Caryville passed away Sunday, January 7, 2018.

He is preceded in death by parents Ulyis and Mildred Mae (Branham) Lane.

He is survived by sons Kirby Lane, Toby Lane, JR Lane; daughters Shauntina Slaven, Marie Moquin; brothers Jessie Lane, Joe Lane, Tim White, and...

Jan 6, 2018

Edgar "Ed" Ivey age 72 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord on Saturday January 6, 2018.  Ed was a loving husband of 52 years, a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, he loved singing and going to Church at Faith Baptist Church of Caryville, where he was a Deacon for several years.

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Jan 5, 2018

Patricia Louise (Adkins) Rutherford, age 64 went home to be with Jesus Friday, January 5, 2018.  She enjoyed singing, going to church, and spending time with her family, especially her grandsons, whom she loved very much.

She is preceded in death by parents Milburn "Pat" and Elizabeth (Tibbs) Carroll; brother Lonnie Lee Carroll; special niece...

Dec 30, 2017

Bobby Joe Horne, age 55 of LaFollette, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017 at LaFollette Health and Rehab Center. Bobby enjoyed working on old cars, riding motorcycles, animals, farming, and spending time with family and friends, especially his kids.

He is preceded in death by father, James Clifford Horne Sr.

Bobby is survived...