Obituaries
LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
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...
Patricia A. (Pat) Kirby
May 19, 2025
Mrs. Patricia A. (Pat) Kirby, age 79 of LaFollette passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2025 with her daughter, Cindy Townsend by her side. Daughter of Charles and Anna Mae Cordell, she was born October 7, 1946 in Campbell County, TN. She was a member of Indian Avenue Baptist Church. She worked as a CNA for several years at...
Jerry L. Vaughan
May 17, 2025
Mr. Jerry L. Vaughan, age 74 of Caryville passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He retired from the University of Tennessee Information Technology Department after 35 years, and together with his wife, Jan have spent the last 46 years caring for, and enjoying their home on the lake. He was an avid boater with a deep love of Norris...
Eddie Joe Bolton
May 16, 2025
Mr. Eddie Joe Bolton, age 64, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025. Affectionately known as the “Tambourine Man”, he loved to make a joyful noise unto the Lord and never missed an opportunity to visit with his countless friends. Although he was a member of Lick Creek Holiness Church, Eddie Joe enjoyed traveling to fellowship with...
Wilma Jean Rutherford
May 12, 2025
Wilma Jean Rutherford, age 67 of Jacksboro passed away Monday, May 12, 2025. Wilma loved to yard sale and visits from her Nephew and family including the little great-great nephews and great-great nieces. She is preceded in death by parents, Ted and Beulah May (Lane) Walden, Sister, Phyllis Ann Fraley, and Brother, Willis Edward Walden.
She is survived by Beloved Son,...
Melanie Kay Marlow
May 6, 2025
Melanie Kay Marlow, age 64 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Melanie deeply loved her grandchildren, and enjoyed going to church, planting flowers, coloring, and being outdoors. She is preceded in death by mother, Cartha Tiller, brothers, Teddy and Ronnie Vandergriff.
She is survived by sons, David Lloyd and James Lloyd; grandchildren, Mason Minton and Willow...
Stacy Wilkerson
May 5, 2025
Stacy Lynn Wilkerson, age 54, formerly of LaFollette, TN passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025. He enjoyed classic rock music, movies, gaming, good food, and was a hard working man. He is preceded in death by Mother, Carolyn Wilkerson, Father, Ronald Wilkerson, Sister, Terri Wilkerson, and Grandmother, Arletta Hickman.
He is survived by Daughter, Megan Wilkerson; Brother, Ronald Wilkerson; Nephews,...
Carl E. Osborne
May 1, 2025
Mr. Carl E. Osborne, age 89 of Speedwell passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. He was a member of Shipley Grove Church of God. Mr. Osborne was born on April 20, 1936 in the Westbourne Community of Campbell County and was a former Coal Miner. He had a true passion for fishing, and enjoyed working in the garden and...
Carolyn Teague
Apr 30, 2025
Carolyn Teague, age 65 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025. She was of the Methodist Faith, loved her family, and was a jolly sole. She adored her parents and is now home with them. She also enjoyed being with her Nieces and Nephews. Preceded in death by Son, Kyle Shively and Parents, Joshua and Nina (Pierce) Teague.
She is...
Bradley W. Warkentine
Apr 26, 2025
For a Race Well Run - Reverend Bradley W. Warkentine
On April 26th, Rev. Bradley Warkentine, 74, finally finished the race that he so valiantly ran, gaining the crown of righteousness he so richly deserved. He was a beloved pastor, dedicated chaplain for the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and cherished family member.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race,...
Crystal Fraley Kallio
Apr 23, 2025
Mrs. Crystal Fraley Kallio, age 48 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. She was of the Baptist Faith and loved her family very much. She is preceded in death by mother and step-father, Barbara (Wells) Bingham and Roger Bingham, and father, John Carroll Fraley.
She is survived by her husband, David Kallio; sons, Justin Kimbell...
Carl Junior Rose
Apr 23, 2025
Mr. Carl Junior Rose, age 65 of LaFollette earned his heavenly reward on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. He was a devoted member of New Life Ministries in Jacksboro. Mr. Rose was a former coal truck driver and loved to be outdoors, hunting, fishing, farming, and gardening. He was also a great cook, and found great joy in visiting with family...
Emersyn Faith Bruce
Apr 21, 2025
Emersyn Faith Bruce, born into the loving arms of Jesus on April 21, 2025, has left an everlasting imprint on our hearts. She will be forever loved and adored by her parents, Rev. Andrew and Machela Bruce; her grandparents, Marty and Tina Worthington; Rev. Steve and Rhonda Bruce; her aunts and uncles, Elliott and Karcyn Worthington; Whitney and Lukus Alderman;...
William Franklin "Dub" Ayers
Apr 19, 2025
Mr. William Franklin “Dub” Ayers, age 86 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025. He was a member of Rock Creek Church of God. Dub was a long-time coal miner, heavy equipment operator, truck driver, loved to work in the garden, and for many years enjoyed cutting and selling firewood. He is preceded in death...
Lucille "Lou" Childs
Apr 18, 2025
Mrs. Lucille “Lou” Childs, age 92 of LaFollette passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. Mrs. Childs was of the Baptist faith, and was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished time spent with her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. J.C. Childs, Parents, Cecil and Georgia (Stiner) Berry, sisters, Faye Bean,...
Jackie Shawn Kitts
Apr 11, 2025
Mr. Jackie Shawn Kitts, age 50 of LaFollette, TN passed away Friday, April 11, 2025. He enjoyed planting and growing vegetables, and also enjoyed time spent with friends and family. Preceded in death by Son, Austin Kitts, Father, Billy Kitts, Grandparents, Rose and Gertrude (Harmon) Kitts and John and Betty (Harness) Massengill, and Uncle, Gary Massengill.
Survivors: Daughter, Aundria Kitts (Tanner...
Nannie Lou (Archer) Marlow
Apr 7, 2025
Mrs. Nannie Lou (Archer) Marlow, a beloved Saint of God went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 7, 2025 at the age of 94. She was born on January 5, 1931 in Jellico, TN to the late Homer Aaron and Martha (Bolton) Archer. Mrs. Marlow was the oldest living member of Fincastle Church of God, and loved to...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
