Obituaries

Jan 12, 2017

Elizabeth Ann Williams, age 76 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, January 12, 2016.  She was of the Baptist Faith.  She enjoyed fish aquariums, flowers, her pets, the beach, and spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by parents Roscoe and Gladys (Norman) Harmon; and son Brian Keith Williams.

She is...

Jan 11, 2017

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

Jan 10, 2017

Rev. William M. "Bill" Hicks, age 80 passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Tennova Medical Center.

He is survived by wife Iris Jean Hicks of 62 years; son and daughter-in-law Mike and Debbie Hicks; daughters Pam Keathley, Dawn Maddox, Freda Bowling, and Valerie Ayers; 10 grandsons, 4 granddaughters, 15 great grandchildren,...

Jan 9, 2017

Ronald Lee Blankenship, age 65, of Jacksboro passed away Monday January 9, 2017 at his house surrounded by family. Ron was a loving husband, father, and papa.  He was of the Baptist Faith. Ron loved NASCAR, football and riding buggies in the mountains. He was a lifelong mechanic and fulfilled his dreams of owning his own business,...

Jan 6, 2017

At his request, he will be cremated. Memorial Services will be announced later.

Jan 5, 2017

Lorraine Marie Taylor, age 67 of LaFollette went home to be with Lord Thursday, January 5, 2017.  She was a loving wife of 43 years, loving mother that enjoyed going to church.  Lorraine enjoyed spending time on the patio with her family, friends, and Justin, her special grandson

She is preceded in death by parents...

Jan 5, 2017

Nawawsa " Tootsie" Falvo, age 92 of Roderfield, West Virginia went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 5, 2017.

Born June 17, 1924, in Iroquios, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Cora Meadows.

She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Rex...

Jan 3, 2017

John Earl Reynolds, age 84 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2017.  He was of the Baptist faith and loved attending services of different local churches, when he was able.  He loved to work and enjoyed gardening, chopping wood, and squirrel hunting.

He is preceded in death by his parents Matt and...

Jan 3, 2017

Carl Warren Hicks, age 65 went home to be with his savior, and his beloved wife of 38 years.  He attended Stanfield Church of God.  He was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather.    Carl loved riding in the mountains, playing cards, shooting pool, and Tennessee Football.  Most of all he loved spending time with his many...

Jan 3, 2017

Lois Gail Martin, age 64 passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2016.  She attended Cedar Hill Church.

She is preceded in death by husband Earl Martin Sr.; parents Frelond and Browder Leffew; siblings Mary Mullins, Ted Leffew, Pat Market, Fay King, and Jack Leffew.

She is survived by sons Earl...

Jan 1, 2017

Betty Faye (Albertini) Silcox, age 75 passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017 at her home in Springfield, Kentucky after a short illness. She was an avid Kentucky Sports fan.

She leaves her husband Wayne Morris Silcox of 37 years; her son Glenn

Allen Dotson (Sherry) of Powell, Tennessee; her daughter Alice...

Jan 1, 2017

No services are planned for Margaret Ellen (Jordan) Gladman. Her wishes were to be cremated.

Dec 28, 2016

Lila May Jones Grand Slover born May 15, 1917, Carroll, Nebraska; died December 28, 2016, Lititz, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Howell Pugh Jones, a Welshman, and Grace Darnell, whose family dated back to the founding days of this country. Like so many other ambitious farm girls, Lila migrated to Washington and in 1941 joined the...

Dec 27, 2016

Benny James Sharp, age 84 of Caryville passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2016.  He was a member of the 13th Street Church of God.  Benny was a United States Army Veteran who served in the Korean War.  He was also a Past Master member of the Masonic Lodge of Jacksboro and a current member of...

Dec 25, 2016

Anna Elizbeth Kelly Redus was born in Asheville, North Carolina on November 22, 1966. She went to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior on December 25, 2016.

Anna had dealt with the disease Muscular Dystrophy (MD) since she was nine years old. She was a witness to many in how to be...

Dec 24, 2016

Velda Mae Miller age 86 of Lafollette passed away Saturday December 24, 2016 at the Lafollette Medical Center. Velda was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafts, sewing and spending time with her family.

Preceded in death by Parents Dave and Grace Vandergriff Patty, Husband Henry "Bill" Charles Miller. Son David Miller, great-grandson...

Dec 23, 2016

Clara Belle Prim, age 82 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2016. She was a member of Fordtown Baptist Church. Clara was preceded in death by her father Bailey McGhee, mother Bessie McGhee and twin brother Clifton McGhee. She leaves to mourn her passing daughter Tammy Hill and husband Darrell; son...

Dec 16, 2016

Geraldine J. Steakley  age 63, of Jellico, formerly of Duff,  passed away on Friday December 16, 2016.  She was a loving wife of 47 years, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family going camping.  Mrs. Steakley attended New Freedom Baptist Church.

She is preceded...

Dec 16, 2016

Mary Lou McDonald, age 85 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on

Friday, December 16, 2016.

She is preceded in death by husband Comer McDonald; parents Earl and Isabella Combs; brother-in-law Eldon Wright Jr.; sister-in-law Brenda Combs; niece

Coylana Simpson; great niece Samantha Blair.

...

Dec 13, 2016

Hazel Goins, age 83 of Jacksboro departed this life on Tuesday, December 13, 2016.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister that enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by parents Wayne and Maggie (Thomas) Daugherty; daughter Sherry Hatmaker.

She is survived...