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LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
John Anthony Cumorich
Apr 1, 2026
John Anthony Cumorich passed away peacefully in his sleep in his favorite napping location on April 1, 2026 at 85. John is survived by his best friend in life for 77 years and wife of 59 years, Karen. As their friend Deborah shared, John always had a twinkle in his eye when he looked at Karen. John and Karen have...
Ella Mae Byrge Poore
Mar 31, 2026
Mrs. Ella Mae Byrge Poore, age 86 of Jacksboro passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born on March 4, 1940 in Clinchmore, TN to the late Rev. Tom and Minnie Rose (Davis) Byrge. Ella was of the Baptist faith and was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who enjoyed arranging flowers and spending time with loved...
Bill Dilbeck
Mar 25, 2026
Mr. Bill Dilbeck, age 77 of Jacksboro, formerly of the Stinking Creek Community passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Mr. Dilbeck was a US Army Veteran serving in Vietnam, and was a longtime equipment operator and mechanic. He enjoyed fishing, riding his Gold Wing motorcycle, and time spent with family. He is preceded in death by son, David Scott...
Ellieana Mae Sue Stinger
Mar 22, 2026
Our Little Angel Ellieana Mae Sue Stinger, age 1 month, born February 19, 2026, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 22, 2026. She was a perfect little angel, with a little bit of sass. Preceded in death by two siblings, grandfathers, Richard Wallace and Jerry Horner, great-grandmother, Elsie Phillips, great-grandfathers, James Carroll and John Woodman, great-uncle,...
Sue Walker
Mar 20, 2026
Mrs. Sue (Bingham) Walker, age 86, of LaFollette passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026. She attended Hillcrest Baptist Church and was a salesperson with Avon for over 50 years. Sue was an accomplished seamstress, having learned sewing skills from her mother, and enjoyed crafting clothing and draperies for family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling with her late husband,...
Wayne Caldwell
Mar 13, 2026
Mr. Wayne Caldwell, age 82 of LaFollette, born April 9, 1943, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 13, 2026. He passed peacefully at home with his loving wife beside him. Wayne enjoyed fishing, four-wheeling, hunting, and spending time talking with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his daughters, Connie Hamblin and Joan Caldwell,...
Carolyn Annette Walters Crowe
Mar 10, 2026
Carolyn Annette Walters Crowe, 88, died Tuesday morning, March 10 at Morning Pointe, Powell. Carolyn was born in Vonore, TN and moved to LaFollette as a child, where her father established Walters Funeral Home and she lived with her family “over the shop.”
Carolyn had a fine soprano voice and often participated in music events and even won a competition or...
David "Dale" Wiseman, Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
David “Dale” Wiseman, Jr., age 25, of LaFollette, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Dale was a 2020 graduate of Campbell County High School and was a member of the football team. After completing high school, Dale enlisted into The United States Marine Corps where he faithfully served his country. Dale’s love for his family was deeply rooted, especially...
Donna Morgan
Mar 5, 2026
Donna L. Morgan, 69, of LaFollette, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on March 5, 2026.
Born on April 15, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, Donna lived a life centered on faith, family, and love. She graduated from Dixie High School in 1975 and was a member of First Baptist Church in New Lebanon, Ohio. Her Christian faith molded...
Bobby Lynn White
Mar 4, 2026
Mr. Bobby Lynn White, a lifelong resident of the Davis Chapel Community of LaFollette, passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the age of 84.
He was a graduate of LaFollette High School and continued his education at Cumberland College, earning a degree in Education, followed by a Master’s Degree in History from the University...
Jimmy Finley
Mar 1, 2026
Mr. Jimmy Arnold Finley, age 85 of Jacksboro passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026. He was a member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church. Mr. Finley was a proud US Army Veteran serving in Korea and Germany during his 8 years of Military service. He was a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University, and the University of Tennessee where he earned...
Donald "Bird" Baird
Feb 28, 2026
Mr. Donald “Bird” Baird, age 61, of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and would help anyone, no matter the day or time. Bird was a great husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Bessie (Brandenburg) Baird, brothers, Roger Baird, David Baird,...
Earl David Klein
Feb 26, 2026
Earl David Klein (David)
05/22/1952 - 02/26/2026
"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." -Psalm 73:26
Mr. Earl David Klein, 73, of Russell Springs, Kentucky, passed away on February 26th, 2026 at his home. David was known for his quiet strength, warm demeanor, boyish grin and his love of storytelling.
Preceded in...
Janice Sue Hicks
Feb 25, 2026
Janice Sue Hicks, age 58 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. She was a wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, and aunt. Janice loved her family and God with her heart. She had a great sense of humor that brought laughter and joy to those around her. She always lifted others up, and was...
Jewell Jones
Feb 23, 2026
Mrs. Jewell (Russell) Jones, age 82, of LaFollette passed away at her home on Monday, February 23, 2026. Mrs. Russell was a devoted member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Glenn E. Jones, parents, Clifford and Tennessee (Nelson) Russell, brothers, Lester and Dallas Russell, and sister-in-law, Dolly Russell.
She is survived by her daughter,...
Charlie Vanover
Feb 13, 2026
Mr. Charles Ray “Charlie” Vanover, a lifelong resident of LaFollette passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the age of 82. The self-proclaimed “Mayor of East End”, Charlie had regular stops on his travels through downtown LaFollette, from the Pool-Room, Fire Department, Byrge Screen Printing, and many other places. Charlie was never out of uniform, always wearing his signature...
Thomas M. Robertson
Feb 12, 2026
Rev. Thomas Maynard Robertson, age 90 of Speedwell passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Rev. Robertson was a man deep rooted in his faith and a devoted member of Jacksboro Church of Christ. He was the former owner/operator of Tennessee Drive-In and Town View Apartments, and assisted in establishing several other businesses in the area. While living in Nashville,...
Jerry Watkins
Feb 10, 2026
Mr. Jerry Donald Watkins, known to most as “Boxhead”, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at the age of 74. He was an ordained Minister of the Gospel and member of Victory Baptist Church where he also taught Sunday School. Jerry was employed with Dixie Roofing for nearly 35 years. He adored time spent with his family, and enjoyed...
Sarah Helen Brown
Feb 9, 2026
Mrs. Sarah Helen (Hicks) Brown, age 85 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026. Mrs. Brown worked for a national accounting firm before starting her own accounting firm, which she held for 30+ years. She was a graduate from Wright State University with a degree in history. She loved watching her grandchildren on the farm...
Lee England
Feb 8, 2026
Mr. Lee England, age 32, of the Stinking Creek Community, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He attended Stanfield Church of God. Lee was a standout basketball player for the Jellico Blue Devils, and enjoyed fishing, and being outdoors. He had a special way of making friends, a heart for helping anyone that he could, and had a special...
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