Obituaries

Nov 2, 2016

Clara Vivian Shelton, age 85 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 2, 2016.  She was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother that enjoyed going to church and spending time with her family.  Clara also enjoyed working in her flowers and yard.

She is preceded in death by husband...

Oct 29, 2016

Carlene Amy Smith, 45 of LaFollette was born September 20, 1971. She is preceded in death by father James Carlisle Stacey and mother Arlene Marie Stacey. She is survived by husband Larry Smith; son Larry James Smith; father and mother in law Johnnie and Pearl Smith; brother in laws Bill and wife Judy Wilson, Leonard Smith, and...

Oct 26, 2016

Michael Ray Riggs, age 59 of Long Hollow Community in LaFollette departed this life Wednesday, October 26, 2016. He attended Long Hollow Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Jess Riggs Jr. and Lois Gibson Hicks; brother Paul Riggs, and Jackie Riggs; sister Cindy Suzanna Turner. He is survived by the love of his...

Oct 21, 2016

Charles Pat Douglas, age 85 of LaFollette, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2016 at the LaFollette Health and Rehab Center. Pat was born April 2, 1931 in Jellico to the late Maynard and Martha Marie Smith Douglas. He enjoyed cutting wood. Pat is survived by his siblings, Steve Smith, Warren Smith, Ronnie Smith, Glenna Tutor, and...

Oct 20, 2016

Mary Ruth Freeman, age 76 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, October 20, 2016. She is a member of Shield of Faith Community Church. She was a very loving wife of forty-one years, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family. Mary also enjoyed her houseboat on the lake....

Oct 19, 2016

Peggy Jean Bolton, age 76 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2016. She was a member of the Habersham Baptist Church. Peggy was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband Hubert Bolton Jr.; parents Shelly and Minnie (Murray) Blankenship; brothers...

Oct 19, 2016

Jeanette Martha Greene, age 83 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2016. She was a very loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that loved spending time with her family and her Cat, Chatter. She is preceded in death by her parents John Barker and Retha Ann (Jones) Elias; daughters Billie Sue; brother Teddy R. Elias; sisters...

Oct 15, 2016

Wanda S. Foster, age 75, of LaFollette received her Angel Wings on Saturday October 15, 2016. She loved her family very much. She is preceded in death by father James Willard Richardson, mother Sarah Bell Richardson Cooper, brother James Ralph Richardson and nephew Timothy Scott Richardson. Survived by husband Robert Foster, Sr. of LaFollette, son Robert Foster, Jr and...

Oct 13, 2016

Alexia Marie Ivey age 7, of Caryville, passed away on Thursday October 13, 2016, an Angel went home to be with the Lord. Alexa leaves behind her parents Adam Clyde and Andrea Nicole Lucas Ivey and grandparents William and Teresa Lucas of Caryville, Jimmy and Joyce Ivey of LaFollette and a host of friends and relatives. Visitation will be...

Oct 12, 2016

Sarah Lou Gross Ayers, a beloved mother, age 74 of Jacksboro went peacefully to be with the Lord Wednesday, October 12, 2016. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Willie Bell (Ward) Gross; sons Harvey Louis Evans, and David Wayne Gross; daughters Angela and Sarah Tapp; granddaughter Chasity Evans; brothers Eugene, Johnny, and Freddie Gross; sisters...

Oct 5, 2016

Charles Glen Cook. Age 87 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016. He attended Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church. Charles enjoyed fishing, woodworking, and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by 2 infant daughters Melissa Kay and Carolyn Sue; parents Posey Cook, Louise (Kingsley) Smith, and stepfather Alfred Smith; brothers Aubrey Cook, Gordon Smith, and...

Oct 2, 2016

Dorothy Smith, age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Sunday, October 2, 2016. She was a loving wife of sixty-two years, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Dorothy enjoyed going to church, spending time with her family, gardening, and taking care of Spot and Pepper. She is preceded in death by parents Floyd and Martha...

Sep 29, 2016

Donna Underwood McKamey, age 72, of Caryville passed away Thursday September 29, 2016 after a long courageous battle with cancer, she was surrounded by her loved ones. Donna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was a retired license practical nurse, practicing in LaFollette and Harriman. She was a loving and giving person, she was of the...

Sep 29, 2016

Steve Kennedy, age 75 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord Thursday, September 29, 2016. He was a loving husband over fifty years. He enjoyed working in wood, golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Steve served his country during the Vietnam War and retired from the US Air National Guard. He is...

Sep 29, 2016

Sarah Beth Rolston, age 85 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Thursday, September 29, 2016. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren. Sarah loved to travel and attending sporting games to watch her grandchildren play. She is preceded in death by husband Luther...

Sep 25, 2016

Osa Bolton, age 77 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, September 25, 2016. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Osa loved gardening, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband Troy Bolton; parents William Henry and Bertha (Wynn) Blevins; brothers Olan, Gobel, and Franklin; sister Vina Wynn, Katherine...

Sep 24, 2016

Wanda Faye Wright, age 81, of LaFollette passed away Saturday September 24, 2016. Mrs. Wright was of the Baptist Faith, she enjoyed dancing, socializing, working and loved her family very much. Preceded in death by husband Carl Goodman, parents John and Mary Morgan Begley, brothers Curtis, Clay, Don and Ken Begley, sister Norma Jean Lynch. Survived by son Carlis...

Sep 23, 2016

Retha Williams, age 94 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, September 23, 2016. She was a lifelong member of Indian Creek Baptist Church. Retha enjoyed working in her flowers and spending time with her nephew. She is preceded in death by parents Andrew and Annie (Vinsant) Williams; brothers Harvey Williams, and Oscar Williams; sisters Ruby Williams, Christine Franks, and Corene...

Sep 21, 2016

Randall Dwayne Chiarini, age 30 formerly of LaFollette passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 in Medford, Oregon. He was a very loving brother that enjoyed riding his motorcycle and working on old cars. Randall also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by parents Leroy and Carolyn Joyce (Miller) Chiarini; grandparents Barbara...

Sep 21, 2016

Lendy "Linda" Lee Majors, age 78 passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2016. She enjoyed working in her yard, cooking, and milkshakes. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband Lloyd Rector; parents Bill and Alice Smith; Brother Hobert Smith; several sisters. She is survived by her sons Scott and wife...