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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

Shields Worth Richardson

Shields Worth Richardson

Mar 6, 2017

Shields Worth Richardson, age 90 of LaFollette passed away Monday, March 6, 2017.  He enjoyed his dog, Bo, and loved gardening. He was an Army Veteran, who served his country in WWII.

He is preceded in death by daughter Shelia Richardson; parents Lee Roy and Hattie (Gaylor) Richardson; 1 great granddaughter; brothers Judson, John Calvin,...

Patsy Ruth (Parrott) King

Patsy Ruth (Parrott) King

Mar 3, 2017

Patsy Ruth (Parrott) King, age 84, of Oak Ridge passed away on Friday March 3, 2017 at her home.  She was a faithful member of Midway Baptist Church for many years, Mrs. King was a loving mother, who loved everyone especially her grandchildren.

Preceded in death by  parents Andrew Parrott and Nellie Carr Parrott,  first...

Patricia Sue (Tackett) Byrge

Patricia Sue (Tackett) Byrge

Feb 28, 2017

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Patricia Sue Byrge age 66 went home to be with the Lord Tuesday February 28, 2017 at Parkwest Medical Center.

She enjoyed camping, singing in church with her family, and spending time with family and friends.  She was a member of Cherry Bottom Baptist Church of Caryville....

Rolf Peter Segerberg

Rolf Peter Segerberg

Feb 19, 2017

Rolf Peter Segerberg, age 48 of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017.  He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.  Rolf enjoyed fly fishing, hunting, playing the guitar, and working on cars.  He also loved spending time with his family, especially his daughters.

He is survived by his wife, Angela...

Granvil Milford "Sandy" Day

Granvil Milford "Sandy" Day

Feb 18, 2017

Granvil Milford "Sandy" Day, age 56 of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Physician's Regional Medical Center of Knoxville. He was born January 4, 1961 in Jellico to the late James Milford and Willis Dean Irvin Day. Sandy enjoyed playing his guitar, digging for arrowheads, and spending time with his family. In addition to...

Phyllis Boyce

Phyllis Boyce

Feb 14, 2017

Phyllis Boyce, age 73 of LaFollette, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at her residence. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, John and Ella Parks; husband, Alfred William Boyce III; daughter, Elizabeth Bannert; grandson, Justin Bannert; brothers, David, Doyle, and Donnie Parks....

Arline Mcghee

Arline Mcghee

Feb 7, 2017

Arline Welch McGhee, age 80 of Jacksboro, went peacefully home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017.  Arline was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Don McGhee, grandson Steven Thornton and parents Arlie and Lorene Yoakum Welch.  Arline is survived by daughters Donna Thornton (Larry), Brenda McGhee and Kay Rippy (Terry),...

Boyd B. (Paul) Sliger

Boyd B. (Paul) Sliger

Feb 6, 2017

Boyd P. Sliger (Paul) passed away February 6 at his home in Caryville after a battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome.  He was 83.  Paul was born in Athens, TN., and attended McMinn County High School.

After serving in the Air Force during the Korean War, Paul attended the University of Tennessee and obtained a degree in...

Eleanor Jane (Huddleston) King

Eleanor Jane (Huddleston) King

Feb 6, 2017

Eleanor Jane King, age 75 of Duff passed away Monday, February 6, 2017.

She is preceded in death by parents Harvey Lee and Allie Fair (Chadwell) Huddleston; brothers Robert, Lowell, Paul, and Harold Huddleston; sisters Agnes Hudson, Geraldine Cain, and Freda Lawson.

She is survived by daughters Edwina Huddleston of LaFollette, Michelle (Gary)...

Alvin Ledford

Alvin Ledford

Feb 5, 2017

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

Eric Steven Robbins Gibson

Eric Steven Robbins Gibson

Feb 4, 2017

Eric Steven Robbins Gibson, age 40 passed away Saturday, February 04, 2017.  He loved fishing, hunting, camping, and anything outdoors.  Eric was loved by many people.

He is preceded in death by father Wayne Gibson.

He is survived by wife Martha Robbins of LaFollette; mother Dean Gibson of LaFollette; grandmother Agnes Gibson of...

Sallie Jane (Mcghee) Harness

Sallie Jane (Mcghee) Harness

Feb 2, 2017

Sallie Jane Harness, age 93 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, February 2, 2017.  She is of the Baptist faith and the oldest member of the Red Ash Baptist Church.  Sallie loved sewing, working puzzles, cooking, and enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids.

She is preceded in death by husband Leamon Harness; brothers,...

Mary Lou (Oakes) Marlow

Mary Lou (Oakes) Marlow

Jan 24, 2017

Mary Lou Marlow, age 82 of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2017.  She was a member of the Beech Grove Baptist Church.  Mary enjoyed painting, sewing, and spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.

She is preceded in death by parents Jasper and Ruby (Fields) Oakes; daughter-in-law Vivian Marlow; brothers Charles, Fred, and...

Glenn Ray Williamson

Glenn Ray Williamson

Jan 23, 2017

Glenn Ray Williamson, age 62 departed this life Monday, January 23, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith.  Glenn was a very loving husband of forty-two years, loving father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He also loved to hunt, fish, and spending time outdoors.

He is preceded in...

Pauline K. (King) Matlock

Pauline K. (King) Matlock

Jan 21, 2017

Pauline K. Matlock, age 80 of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. She was born January 4, 1937 in LaFollette to the late Haggard and Ruby Lumpkins King. Pauline was a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling, watching sports, and spending time with family and friends especially...

Dallas Edward Russell

Dallas Edward Russell

Jan 18, 2017

Dallas Edward Russell, age 79, of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday January 18, 2017. He was born to the late Clifford and Tennessee Nelson Russell on March 13, 1937. Mr. Russell was of the Baptist Faith, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting, and anything outdoors, spending time with his family and friends especially...

Mary B. (Hill) Oakes

Mary B. (Hill) Oakes

Jan 18, 2017

Mary Oakes, age 76, of LaFollette passed away on Wednesday January 18, 2017. She was of the Baptist Faith. Mrs. Oakes was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  She enjoyed reading, getting out in nature, and spending time with her family and friends.

Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Rosea (June Carter)...

John V. Hatmaker

John V. Hatmaker

Jan 17, 2017

John V. Hatmaker, age 91 of Englewood, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and Navy. John had retired from Lazarus with more than 40 years of service. He was a member of Meadowdale Baptist Church, the Masonic Lodge and the Antioch Shrine. John was also an avid bowler....

Abraham Lincoln Coleman Jr.

Abraham Lincoln Coleman Jr.

Jan 17, 2017

Abraham Lincoln Coleman Jr., age 85 of LaFollette left to go be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, January 17, 2017.  He loved attending church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints where he was an active member for 59 years.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great-great grandfather that enjoyed spending time...

Ernest Eldon Ward

Ernest Eldon Ward

Jan 14, 2017

Ernest Eldon Ward, age 81 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 14, 2017. He was born February 7, 1935 in Campbell County to the late Robey and Maudie McGhee Ward. Ernest was a member of Round Rock Baptist Church and a mason with Caryville Lodge F & AM #665. He enjoyed...

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