Obituaries

Jul 9, 2017

Jessie (Judy) Wells Parker of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, July 9,  2017 at LaFollette Medical Center. She is at home now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was of the Church of God faith. She loved going to church and being with her family.

She is preceded in death by parents A.V....

Jul 9, 2017

Graveside Service for Jeremy Alan Hughett will be at 1:00 PM Friday, July 14th at Evans Cemetery in Caryville.

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

Jul 6, 2017

At Samantha's request, she will be cremated and no services are planned.

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

Jul 6, 2017

Edith Green, age 77 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord and her beloved husband of 52 years Thursday, July 6, 2017.  She was of the Baptist faith and attended Mt Pisgah church.  Edith was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family.  She loved to cook, and work...

Jul 3, 2017

Jack K. Ford, age 75, born February 10, 1942 passed away Monday, July 3, 2017 at home, surrounded by his loving family.  He served his country faithfully during the cold war.  He was employed by Y-12 Facility for over 30 years.   Jack was a Master Mason from Jacksboro Lodge #322.

He is preceded...

Jun 23, 2017

Shirley Hatmaker, age 78 of Duff went home to be with the Lord Friday, June 23, 2017.  She was a member of the Sled Creek Holiness Church.  Shirley was a loving wife of 56 years, a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and sister-in-law that loved spending time with her family.  She enjoyed quilting and working in...

Jun 21, 2017

Isham Brown was born September 18, 1921 at home in Demory, LaFollette, TN to Nancy Sharp Brown and Foster Brown. He had 1 older brother, Charlie and 1 living older sister, May. His sister Lola had died during the flu epidemic in October 1918. Following Isham, three sisters, Sue, Josie, and Edna Jane, plus one brother, James...

Jun 18, 2017

. Odessia Carroll Brown, age 92 of LaFollette passed away suddenly Sunday, June 18, 2017 at LaFollette Medical Center.  She was a lifelong member of West LaFollette Baptist Church.  Odessia enjoyed growing her flowers, quilting for her family, and watching the humming birds outside her window.   She was a loving mother and proud of her children, grandchildren,...

Jun 17, 2017

Jack Prater, 78 of Monroe, GA., formerly of LaFollette, TN went home to be with his Lord Jesus on June 17th, 2017. He was born on October 12, 1938 to Roy and Ethel Prater. He is survived by his devoted wife of 21 years, Beverly Prater, his loving daughter Amanda Prater Shiflett, and loving son-in-law and friend,...

Jun 15, 2017

Carson Prewitt Hall, age 48 of Speedwell, passed away on June 15, 2017 in Clintwood, Virginia. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his kids. He is preceded in death by his father, Everette Hall.

Carson is survived by Wife, Billie Lemarr Hall of Speedwell; mother, Dorothy Hall Norris of Oneida; children, Sarah...

Jun 14, 2017

Sheila Underwood, age 73 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017.  She attended Jacksboro United Methodist Church.  Sheila enjoyed crafts and baking.

She is preceded in death by parents John and Emma (Applegate) Naylor; brother Jack Naylor; sister Lynn Olsen.

She is survived by husband of 40 years John A. Underwood lll...

Jun 13, 2017

William Whitehead, age 90 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 13, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith and was a loving husband of 66 years, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather.  He enjoyed spending time with his family.  William was in the alumni association of UK and a retired employee...

Jun 12, 2017

Tommy Lee Moser, age 64 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord Monday, June 12, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith and attended Shield of Faith Church. He was a very loving father, grandfather and best biggest brother.  Tommy enjoyed spending time with his family, going to church, and riding his 4-wheeler in the...

Jun 12, 2017

Our beloved Mother, Esther Albertini, age 101, of Bardstown, Kentucky that we loved so much departed this world Monday, June 12, 2017.  The most important times of her life was spending time with her family, her home, taking care of her garden, flowers, cooking, and always making sure her house was clean.  Esther enjoyed traveling anytime anybody...

Jun 12, 2017

Eleanor Wilson, age 82 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Monday, June 12, 2016.  She was a member of Indian Creek Baptist Church.  Eleanor was a loving wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed going to church.  She also loved spending time with her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by...

Jun 8, 2017

Bill Martin, age 85 of Jacksboro, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2017.  He was Church of God Faith. Bill loved working in his yard, listening to music and singing. He was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from General Motors. Bill loved spending time with the love of his life, whom he has been married to for...

Jun 8, 2017

David Lynn Turner, age 69 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, June 8, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith and attended West LaFollette Church.  He was a loving husband of 49 years, father, and grandfather.  David enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by parents Earl...

Jun 4, 2017

Dorothy Azilee Marlow, age 88 of Rocky Top, formally of Powell passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017.  Lee was a beautician for several years and owned Lakewood Beauty Shop in Powell.

She is preceded in death by parents Martha and James Marlow; sisters Geneva Milton and Ruby Marsh; brother Willie Marlow. She leaves behind many...

May 28, 2017

Ethel Mae DeFalco, age 96 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday May 28th, 2017.

At the request of Ethel Mae DeFalco, she will be cremated and no services are planned at this time.

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

May 20, 2017

Bill A. Rutherford Sr. age 72 of Jacksboro, entered the gates of Heaven on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Parkwest Medical Center. Bill was born June 1, 1944 in Caryville to the late James and Viola Smith Rutherford. He was a U.S. Army veteran, who served his country proudly. Bill was a steward and very active member...