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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

Don H. Daugherty

Don H. Daugherty

Aug 21, 2015

Don Daugherty, age 64, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday, August 21, 2015 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Murrayville Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father Andy Daugherty, brother Ronnie Daugherty and grandparents Dan & Verdie Daugherty and Rueben & Temie Hamby. He is survived by his wife Sandra Daugherty...

Naden Evans Ayers

Naden Evans Ayers

Aug 18, 2015

Nadean Evans Ayers, age 88, of Caryville went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. She was a member of Lake View Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Condy & Mollie Evans; brothers Lacey, Earl & Homer Evans; sister Ethel Crabtree and husband Elbert (Bunk) Ayers. She is survived by her son Donald...

Kelli L Gibson

Kelli L Gibson

Aug 17, 2015

Kelli L. Hampton, age 52, of LaFollette passed away on Monday, August 17, 2015. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Hampton and sister Stacey Boyles. She is survived by her mother Mary (Prevatt) Hampton, son Brett Willett of Austin, TX; daughter Landi Valentin & husband Brian of Van Alstyne, TX; fiancé Ralph Swain; brother Chad Hampton...

Robert George Perry

Robert George Perry

Aug 15, 2015

Robert George Perry, age 83, of Jacksboro passed away Saturday August 15, 2015. He was of the Baptist Faith, he enjoyed being around friends and family whom he loved very much. Preceded in death by parents Shelby and Mildred Franklin Perry, brothers Ronald Perry and Harold Edward Perry, sister Dorothy Asher. Survived by wife Juanita Perry of Jacksboro, daughters...

Geneva Gearing

Geneva Gearing

Aug 9, 2015

Geneva Elise Collins Gearing, age 93, of Jacksboro, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2015. She was born in Taft, California to Enoch and Ellen Collins on August 2, 1922 and grew up in Paint Rock, Tennessee. After graduating from Kingston High School and working to pay for her education, she attended the University of Tennessee (graduating in...

Bryan Gregory Claiborne

Bryan Gregory Claiborne

Aug 6, 2015

Bryan Gregory Claiborne, Sr. "Joey" as he is well known to all of us passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2015. He was born on September 29, 1953 in LaFollette, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents Henry & Mary Katherine Claiborne; brothers Darryl and Tony and grandparents Samuel & Marjorie Allen. He leaves to cherish his...

Elsie M Asbury

Elsie M Asbury

Aug 4, 2015

Elsie M. Asbury, age 78, of Jacksboro passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2015.She was a member of the Jellico Hwy Church of God. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother that enjoyed spending time with her family, visiting Cades Cove and spending time with her church family & friends. She was preceded in death by her...

Ray Daniel Shepherd

Ray Daniel Shepherd

Aug 3, 2015

Danny Ray Shepherd, age 64, of Speedwell passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015. He enjoyed farming on his chicken farm, wildlife & the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his parents Clinton & Blanche (Forrester) Shepherd and one brother. He is survived by his wife Maxine Shepherd; sons Michael Shepherd & wife Shady, Austin Grigsby...

Henry Lowe

Henry Lowe

Jul 19, 2015

Henry Lowe, age 80, of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at LaFollette Medical Center. He was a member of the Word of Life Church. He was a loving husband of 61 years, father, grandfather and great-grandfather that loved spending time with his family, especially his grandbabies. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, playing dominos and being outside. He...

Walena Blankinship

Walena Blankinship

Jul 17, 2015

Walena Blankinship, age 94, of Jacksboro passed away Friday, July 17, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents John & Etta (McGhee) Blankinship, brothers Dow, Don, Segal and JR Blankinship and sister Wadena Burris. She is survived by her daughter Linda Moore, sisters Juanita Orick, Janice Branam and Jettie Goins and several nieces & nephews. No services...

Margaret Ann Daugherty

Margaret Ann Daugherty

Jul 14, 2015

Margaret Ann Daugherty, age 76, of Jacksboro passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2015 at LaFollette Medical Center. She was a member of Indian Creek Baptist Church for many years. She loved flowers, sharing recipes and playing with her grandson, Cody, who was the love of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents Kletis & Mary...

Monroe Sheckles

Monroe Sheckles

Jul 12, 2015

Monroe Sheckles, age 82, born on July 24, 1932 went to his eternal resting home on Sunday, July 12, 2015 at home surrounded by his family. Born in Jacksboro, he retired from the City of LaFollette Street Dept after 28 years and was a 50 year Charter Member of High Knob Baptist Church where he attended faithfully until his...

Charles Russ Martin

Charles Russ Martin

Jul 9, 2015

Charles Russ Martin, Sr., age 92, of LaFollette departed this life on Thursday, July 9, 2015. He was a loving husband of 69 years, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family, Mr. Martin joined the Army on March 5, 1940 and was in the Co. A. 18th Infantry 1st Division. He was captured...

Peter Roger Dewitt

Peter Roger Dewitt

Jul 1, 2015

Peter Dewitt, age 72, of Jacksboro departed this life on Monday, July 1, 2015 at LaFollette Medical Center. He was a devoted Ham Operator, retired Senior Chief Petty Officer in the Navy after 21 years of service and volunteered for the Coast Guard Auxiliary for 20 years. He was a very loving husband of 35 years that enjoyed getting...

Jill Denise Morris

Jill Denise Morris

Jun 27, 2015

Jill Denise Morris, age 37, of Dayton, OH departed this life on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Charlie & Mae Smith. She is survived by mother Charlotte Ayers of LaFollette; daughters Myala Yancey, Shelby Yancey, Hope Jackson and Faith Jackson all of...

Marshall Byrge

Marshall Byrge

Jun 20, 2015

Marshall Byrge, age 79, of Jacksboro passed away Saturday June 20, 2015. Mr Byrge was a member of Indian Mound Baptist Church, he was a member of Campbell County Masonic Lodge #778 and Caryville OES 415. He was preceded in death by parents Thomas and Minnie Davis Byrge, brothers Laymon Byrge and Rev. James Byrge, sisters Evelyn Jones, and...

Elbert Lee Trammell

Elbert Lee Trammell

Jun 18, 2015

Elbert Lee Trammell, age 73, of Jacksboro passed away peacefully on June 18, 2015 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Elbert was born on May 31, 1942 in Terry Creek, TN. Elbert served in the Air Force and owned his own business for 35 years. He was preceded in death by his mother Sue Sweeney, father Ireland Trammell, sister...

Carolyn Joyce Stewart

Carolyn Joyce Stewart

Jun 13, 2015

Carolyn Joyce (Miller) Chiarini, age 51, of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2015. She was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed music, her dog and spending time with her family who she loved very much. She was preceded in death by her parents Arlie & Alta (McCullah) Miller. She is survived by her son Randall Chiarini of...

Jeral Wayne Richardson

Jeral Wayne Richardson

Jun 10, 2015

Jeral Wayne Richardson, age 61, of Caryville passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at Methodist Medical Center. He was a member of Little Cove Creek Baptist Church. He was a very loving son, brother and father that enjoyed fishing and watching Nascar. He was preceded in death by his father Gilbert Richardson. He is survived by his mother...

Aubrey Dean Cook

Aubrey Dean Cook

Jun 9, 2015

Aubrey Dean Cook, age 84, of Jacksboro passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at UT Medical Center. He was a faithful and true member of Lake View Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents Posey & Nannie Louise (Smith) Cook; first wife Ruby (Byrd) Cook; brothers Bobby Gene Cook and...

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