Obituaries

LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


David Reynolds

David Reynolds

Aug 19, 2026

Mr. David Lee Reynolds, age 82 of Jacksboro passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Mr. Reynolds was of the Christian Faith and attended Mt. Paran Baptist Church. He was formerly employed with Frito-Lay and Lance Snacks, and was a long time over-the-road truck driver with Pemberton Truck Lines. Mr. Reynolds was an avid University of Tennessee Football and Atlanta...

Melody Lynette Harmon

Melody Lynette Harmon

Aug 16, 2026

Melody Lynette Harmon, age 46, of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026.

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Melody was a beautiful woman whose presence could light up any room. She was smart, funny, loving, and caring, with a personality that was truly unforgettable.

She loved her husband, children, grandchildren, and family deeply. She was especially excited to welcome her...

Faye C. (Morgan) Jones

Faye C. (Morgan) Jones

Aug 16, 2026

Mrs. Faye C. (Morgan) Jones, age 85 of LaFollette passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026. She was born in LaFollette on March 14, 1941. She attended Mount Pisgah Baptist Church. She met her husband here and together they raised six children. Her testimony was the life that she lived as an example of a true Christian, a...

Linda Ross

Linda Ross

Aug 14, 2026

It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Mrs. Linda Ross on August 14, 2026. She was a member of Woodlake Baptist Church and of the Christian Faith.  She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to those fortunate enough to...

Bonnie Maxwell

Bonnie Maxwell

Aug 8, 2026

Ms. Bonnie Maxwell, age 92 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026. Bonnie was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, fishing, and quilting. Preceded in death by son, Ernest Lee “Butch” Maxwell, parents, Pryor and Myrtle (Harvey) Watson, and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors: Sisters, Sue Ridenour (Roger Ridenour) and Judy Sullivan. Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and...

N.L. Collins

N.L. Collins

Aug 8, 2026

Mr. N.L. Collins, age 78 of Oneida, TN passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Mr. Collins was a man of Christian faith who valued the biblical teachings of Binghamtown Baptist Church in Middlesboro, KY, which helped deepen his knowledge and understanding of the Bible. He proudly and honorably served his country in the U.S. Army, Tennessee Air National Guard,...

Clyde Brantley, Jr.

Clyde Brantley, Jr.

Aug 7, 2026

Mr. Clyde R. Brantley, Jr. age 71 of LaFollette passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026. A true original who lived life in his own way, Clyde enjoyed hang-gliding, riding motorcycles, and was an accomplished singer, songwriter, and musician who shared his love of music generously with those around him. He was a Jacksboro High School Graduate, and a former...

Donald Atherton

Donald Atherton

Aug 5, 2026

Mr. Donald Price (Don) Atherton passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at the age of 77. He was a member of Demory Baptist Church where he reverently served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. Don was an accomplished athlete who excelled in both basketball and baseball while attending Cedarville University in Ohio. At the completion of his collegiate...

Lenora "Lena" Teague

Lenora "Lena" Teague

Jul 29, 2026

Mrs. Lenora “Lena” Teague, age 80 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother and grandmother, and a cherished friend. Lena loved gardening, cooking, bird watching, and reading. She was of the Baptist Faith. She is preceded in death by husband, Paul Michael Teague, parents, William and Nila (Morris) Rookard, and several...

Charles Edward "Bud" Harrison

Charles Edward "Bud" Harrison

Jul 29, 2026

Mr. Charles Edward “Bud” Harrison, age 87, of Speedwell passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Bud earned a living as a construction worker and farmer before retiring. A true friend to all, he tilled the earth and shared the rich bounty of his gardens with his neighbors. He was a devoted family man, leaving behind his beloved wife of...

Edward Ridenour

Edward Ridenour

Jul 23, 2026

Mr. Edward Ridenour of Jacksboro, TN passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at the age of 101. Mr. Ridenour proudly served his country in the US Air Force for over 30 years. He attended Central Baptist Church in Knoxville and was formerly employed with the University of Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his wife, Helen Ridenour.

He is...

Joe Wilson

Joe Wilson

Jul 18, 2026

Mr. Joe F. “Jody” Wilson, age 61 of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026. He was a 40+ year employee with LaFollette Utilities Wastewater Treatment Facility and attended Clear Branch Baptist Church. Joe was a dedicated family man and adored time spent with his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois (Paul) Wilson.

He is survived...

Mabel Stephens

Mabel Stephens

Jul 15, 2026

Mrs. Mabel (Carroll) Stephens, age 70 of Helenwood, TN, formerly of LaFollette, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. She was of the Baptist Faith and was formerly employed with Thermador until her retirement. Mabel loved being with her family, and enjoyed camping, fishing, and being outdoors. She is preceded in death by parents, George and Algiadee (Wilson) Carroll, brother,...

Patricia Jean Boshears

Patricia Jean Boshears

Jul 9, 2026

Patricia Jean Boshears, age 62, passed away on Thursday, July 9th, 2026. 

A native of LaFollette, Tennessee, Patricia lived a life filled with kindness, music, laughter, and an unwavering love for both people and animals. Though small in stature, her spirit was larger than life. She had a gift for making friends wherever she went, and those fortunate enough to know...

Roberta Vinsant

Roberta Vinsant

Jul 4, 2026

Mrs. Roberta J. Vinsant, age 86 of Jacksboro passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026. She was formerly employed with Imperial Reading Corp. and was a member of the LaFollette Church of Christ. Mrs. Vinsant was also devoted to reading her Bible and attending Bible study. She was a member of the LA Cruizers Car Club and enjoyed gardening, quilting,...

Jack H. Ramsey

Jack H. Ramsey

Jul 1, 2026

Our beautiful boy, Jack H. Ramsey of Caryville/LaFollette, TN went to meet his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 as a result of a tragic car accident. Jack bound into this world on a sunny day in October of 2006 with a head full of curls and a personality that didn’t quit. He was always on the go...

Wanda Faye Paul

Wanda Faye Paul

Jun 29, 2026

Wanda Faye Paul, age 86 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026. She attended Long Hollow Baptist Church and was formerly employed with Imperial Reading Corp. Ms. Paul loved to be outdoors and truly enjoyed her time spent walking and hiking. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Bonnie (Craig) Turner, sisters, Cloeva, Imogene, and...

James Ray Robbins

James Ray Robbins

Jun 28, 2026

Mr. James Ray Robbins, age 89 of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at his home. Mr. Robbins proudly served in the US Navy, was a long-time Iron Worker and Member of Iron Workers Local 384, and attended both Midway Baptist Church and First Independent Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Robbins enjoyed Woodworking, watching sports, especially NASCAR racing, and...

Wayne Millard Chapman

Wayne Millard Chapman

Jun 23, 2026

Mr. Wayne Millard Chapman, age 83, went home to be with his Lord & Savior on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family in Jacksboro, TN. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Lillian Chapman of the Glade Springs community, and his 3 brothers, Glen, Jack, and James.

Whether Wayne was fishing, riding his...

Rick Bailey

Rick Bailey

Jun 20, 2026

Mr. Charles Richard “Rick” Bailey, a lifelong resident of the Flat Hollow Community passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the age of 70. Rick was born on June 26, 1955, the youngest of 4 children to the late Charles W. and Ruth Mae (Carroll) Bailey. He was a 1973 graduate of LaFollette High School, a US Army Veteran,...