Obituaries

Sep 4, 2017

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SueAnn Bell Wallace, age 39 of LaFollette passed away Monday, September 4, 2017.  She was of the Baptist faith.  SueAnn enjoyed playing bingo, and having her nails painted.  She loved her dog, Sissy.

She is preceded in death by father Murphy York; brother LeRoy York, nephew Michael...

Sep 3, 2017

Betty Sue Baird, age 59 of LaFollette departed this life Sunday, September 03, 2017.  She was a very loving wife, daughter, mother, and grandmother.  Betty enjoyed her grandchildren more than anything in this world.

She is preceded in death by father Arzo Ivey; First husband Ralph Marcum Sr; 2 infant daughters; brothers Delone...

Sep 1, 2017

Sharlene Jones, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Friday, September 1, 2017.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother that enjoyed going to church and spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by husband Elmer Jones; sons Ray, Bobby, & Paul...

Sep 1, 2017

Larry Lynn Edwards, age 63 of LaFollette passed away Friday, September 1, 2017.  He was a member of Midway Baptist Church.  Larry enjoyed motorcycles, working, and spending time with his friends.

He is preceded in death by father John E. Edwards; uncle Randall Edwards; aunts, Katherine Irwin and Peggy Chinn.

He is survived...

Aug 30, 2017

Gary Reynolds, age 65 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017.  He attended Stanfield Church of God.  Gary enjoyed four-wheeling, gardening, and spending time with his family.  He also loved spending time with his friends at Creekside Market.

He is preceded in death by parents Daniel and Annie Reynolds; brother William L.C. Reynolds; sister...

Aug 29, 2017

Michael Robert Kitts, age 70 of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2017.  He attended West LaFollette Baptist Church.  Michael enjoyed watching boxing and spending time with his family.  He was a hard-working simple man that loved cutting up, joking with people, and buying silly hats he would wear.

He is preceded in death by...

Aug 29, 2017

Raymond Adkins, age 81 departed this life Tuesday, August 29, 2017.

He is preceded in death by wife Barbara Grace Adkins; parents Fred and Amy (Kimberlin) Adkins; brothers Walter, Chester, and Lester Adkins; sister Brenda Adkins.

He is survived by sons James Adkins & wife Julie of Seymour, TN, Robert Adkins & wife...

Aug 28, 2017

Mr. Jay Darren Murray age 53 of Jellico, Tennessee passed away Monday, August 28, 2017 at his home.  He was born November 17, 1963 in Williamsburg, Kentucky.

Jay is preceded in death by: Father: Rev. James Cecil "J.C." Murray He is survived by: Mother: Vivian Weaver Murray Sister: Vijaya Morton & husband Ed Sons:Jason Murray...

Aug 24, 2017

Hugh Carlton Boshears, age 79 of Caryville, surrounded by his loving family, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017.  He loved camping, fishing, spending time with his family & his many friends. Hugh was loved by all.

He is preceded in death by parents Hurley & Nellie (Rains) Boshears; brothers Oddlee Bunch, Floyd Boshears,...

Aug 23, 2017

Vicki Johnson Hartzell, age 56 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at her residence.  She enjoyed boating, flowers, fishing, being on the lake, and spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by father Donald E. Johnson.

She is survived by husband Robert A. Hartzell Jr. of LaFollette; mother...

Aug 21, 2017

Ancil Lee Ward, age 74 of Jacksboro passed away Monday, August 21, 2017. He was of the Baptist faith.  Ancil Loved to fish, working, and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by son Onva Ward; parents Jess and Ofa (Risden) Ward; grandson Michael Lee Ward; brothers Robert, J.L., and John Lee...

Aug 21, 2017

Edna Mary Ashley, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, August 21, 2017 at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. Edna loved gardening, cooking and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Edna  worked at the Diner for 10 plus years.

Preceded in death by Parents David and Easter Pierce, 1st husband Hubert Ashley...

Aug 20, 2017

Willie Cecil Davis, born March 6, 1947 went home to be with the Lord and family on August 20, 2017 at U.T. Medical Center.  Willie was an avid fisherman, he especially loved fishing with Little Sis Rosetta.  He also loved playing with his dog "Braveheart" and working around his home.

He is preceded in death...

Aug 16, 2017

Shirley Faye Scott, age 64 of Jacksboro departed this life on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.  She attended New Life Ministry Center.  Shirley was a very loving wife of 43 years.  Her passion was her family and her career.  She was a very giving, selfless, and caring person that...

Aug 10, 2017

There is no services planned for Baby Zeke Fox.

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

Aug 10, 2017

Melanie A. Wasberg, age 44 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, August 10, 2017.  She enjoyed watching movies, sitting on her porch, clearance shopping, and telling jokes.  Melanie loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her daughter Brittany, whom she loved very much.

She is preceded in death by parents Earl and Alice Imogene...

Aug 9, 2017

Nila Charlette Russell, age 72 of Speedwell went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, August 9, 2017.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Nila was a very loving Mother, and grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She loved going to church and cooking for her family.

She is preceded...

Aug 9, 2017

Edna Gillum Overton of Dayton, TN., formerly of LaFollette, departed this world for her heavenly home Wednesday, August 9, 2017.  She was born in Pineville, KY and moved to LaFollette at an early age.  She was a member of High Street Baptist Church, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother.  Preceded in death by husband...

Aug 7, 2017

Zachery Scott Dick, age 53 of Speedwell passed away Monday, August 7, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith.  Scott enjoyed farming, riding in the mountains, cutting grass, fishing, and just loved life in general.

He is preceded in death by brother Tony Dick; grandparents Charlie and Lucille Stagnolia.

He is survived by...

Jul 30, 2017

Ralph Maiden, age 59 of Jacksboro, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 30, 2017. He was a very loving father and brother. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working on old cars, and fishing.

He is preceded in death by parents Gilbert Lee and Myrtle King...