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LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Georgie I. Jessie
Jul 24, 2025
Mrs. Georgie I. Jessie, age 91 of Ypsilanti, MI, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. During her time living in LaFollette, she attended New Life Ministries. Mrs. Jessie was an accomplished seamstress and was formerly employed with Imperial Reading Corp. in LaFollette, and eventually retiring from General Motors during her time in Michigan. She was a...
Joyce Ann Johnson
Jul 24, 2025
Mrs. Joyce Ann (Walden) Johnson of Jacksboro, Tennessee, received her ultimate healing and went to her heavenly home on July 24, 2025. Joyce grew up in the Stinking Creek community. She faithfully served in several ministries at Stanfield Church of God and later at LaFollette Church of God, including decades as a Sunday School teacher. She was deeply devoted to...
Thomas Alva Slover, Jr.
Jul 22, 2025
Mr. Thomas Alva Slover, Jr. age 66 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. He was a proud US Army Veteran having received a Purple Heart serving as a Helicopter Pilot, and was an accomplished artist and musician. He is preceded in death by father, Thomas Alva Slover, Sr., and uncle, Jack Slover.
He is survived by mother, Ellen...
Viola Lasure
Jul 22, 2025
Viola Lasure, age 81 of Caryville passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. She was born on September 8, 1943 to the late Nancy and Luther Jones. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by daughter, Darlene Herron, infant granddaughter, Kayahnna Gaylor, sister Willa Pollard, and brothers, Frank and Joseph Jones.
She is survived by sons, Ronnie Gaylor,...
Wilma Jean Hicks Shearer
Jul 21, 2025
Wilma Jean Hicks Shearer ("Jean"), beloved daughter, wife, mother, and nurse, passed away warm in her bed surrounded by her loving family on July 21, 2025.
Born on August 21, 1937, in LaFollette, Tennessee, she was the cherished daughter of Robert McClure Hicks and Gracie Shoffner Hicks.
Jean grew up alongside her younger sister, Glenda Faye Ruff. Her early years in LaFollette...
Eugenia Branam
Jul 20, 2025
Mrs. Eugenia Branam, 88, of Jacksboro passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025.
She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a faithful christian and attended Heritage Baptist Church. Eugenia was a graduate of Jacksboro High School. She retired from Lafollette Medical Center in charge of the medical records department. She was a devoted wife who cared...
Billy Phillips
Jul 19, 2025
Mr. Billy Von Phillips, age 63 of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He was of the Christian faith and was a member and Baptized at Grace Age Fellowship Church. Billy enjoyed being in the outdoors fishing, hunting, and riding four-wheelers. He is preceded in death by father, Frank “Fat” Phillips.
He is survived by his mother, Nora Faye...
Clifford Owen Caddell
Jul 16, 2025
Remembering Clifford Caddell
Mr. Clifford Owen Caddell, 82, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Wednesday July 16, 2025. Clifford was born on February 12, 1943 and raised in LaFollette, TN. He was a loving husband, dad, papaw, pappy, brother, uncle and cousin. He grew up attending Glade Springs Baptist Church where he was a youth leader and went on to become...
Theresa Lynn Davis
Jul 14, 2025
Theresa Lynn Davis, age 64 of LaFollette, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025. Theresa enjoyed being at the lake, sunbathing, was an excellent cook, and loved her family very much. She is preceded in death by Parents, Billie and Norma (McClemore) Davis.
She is survived by Sons, Billy Davis, Brian Davis, and Jimmy Violette and wife, Paula; Grandchildren, Tanner Davis,...
Robert Jack Higdon
Jul 7, 2025
Robert Jack Higdon, 89, of Greenville, South Carolina, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 7, 2025.
Jack was born on July 28, 1935 in Campbell County, Tennessee. He was the third of six children born to Carl and Iona Higdon; and he had the privilege of being raised alongside two additional cousins who were...
Rebecca Ayers
Jun 28, 2025
Mrs. Rebecca Ayers, age 69 of LaFollette, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025. She attended Stanfield Church of God. Rebecca enjoyed flowers, shopping, going to the beach, and loved to cook. She also enjoyed seeing her Grandson when he came to visit. She is preceded in death by Father, Curt Brandenburg and Sister, Debbie Campbell.
She is survived by Husband of...
Robert Wilson
Jun 27, 2025
Mr. Robert Ellis Wilson, age 79, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, and can see the lights of heaven after being blind for nearly 50 years. He enjoyed playing the guitar, and was a big car guy. He is preceded in death by Son, Robert “Bobby” Wilson, Daughter, Rochelle Chumley, Parents, Robert S. and Cordie (Easter)...
Bertha Hatmaker
Jun 17, 2025
Mrs. Bertha Hatmaker, age 61 of Caryville passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, co-worker, and friend, and will always be remembered for her quiet strength. She was a long-time member of Little Cove Creek Baptist Church, and for over 40 years, served as a devoted employee of the Campbell County Health Department where she...
Lacey Housley Rhoten
Jun 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Lacey Blake Rhoten (1991 - 2025)
Lacey Blake Rhoten, a beautiful, kind soul with a heart of gold, entered into the arms of her Savior on Sunday June 15th, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. She was 33.
To know Lacey was to know sunshine. With a gentle smile and an open heart, she had a...
Lyndon "Super" Vinsant
Jun 15, 2025
Mr. Lyndon Vinsant, known to most as “Super”, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at the age of 74. He attended Shield of Faith Church and was a home builder and electrician in the area for many years. “Super” had many hobbies, but enjoyed fishing and playing basketball the most. He is preceded in death by step-daughter, Faith Nicole...
Bob Harper
Jun 14, 2025
Mr. Bob Harper, age 91, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025. He loved the Lord and was a 60 year member of LaFollette Church of God, a US Navy Veteran, and an avid Kentucky Wildcats fan. Bob dearly loved his family and his church family, and had a great appreciation for the outdoors. Preceded in death...
William Clarence Monday
Jun 8, 2025
Mr. William Clarence Monday, age 86, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Clarence enjoyed a 30 year career working for the U.S. Tobacco Company, retiring at the age of 55 years old. As a devoted member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church, he was a former Trustee, and played a key role in the design of the...
Shirley Reynolds
May 29, 2025
Mrs. Shirley Reynolds, age 73 of LaFollette passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Shirley was a member of Fincastle Church of God and was an inspiration to anyone that knew her. Her greatest joys were her children and grandchildren. She was an avid reader, however, as time passed and this was no longer possible, she could be found...
Brenda Powell
May 29, 2025
Mrs. Brenda L. (Kidwell) Powell, age 74 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025. She was of the Pentecostal Faith. Brenda’s greatest joy in life was being with her family, especially spending time with her grandchildren, and always looked forward to holiday get-togethers. She is preceded in death by beloved husband, James T. “Jim” Powell, Jr., parents, Oscar...
Kenny W. Hicks
May 24, 2025
Mr. Kenny W. Hicks, age 54, of Caryville, TN passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025. He was of the Baptist Faith and a dedicated construction worker. Kenny was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Vols Fan, loved watching his boy play football, and enjoyed coaching Little League Teams. He enjoyed spending time and being with his family, loved his...
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