Obituaries

LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


Thomas Maynard Robertson, III "T"

Thomas Maynard Robertson, III "T"

Sep 11, 2023

 

Thomas Maynard Robertson, III “T” age 38 of Speedwell passed away Monday, September 11, 2023.  He was a member of Jacksboro Church of Christ.  He enjoyed working with his Dad and Brother, movies, and spending time with his family.   Preceded in death by Grandparents, Octavia Robertson, Doris Chambers, and Wayne Coker.

 

Survivors:  Father, Thomas M. Robertson, Jr. and...

Douglas Roy Johnson

Douglas Roy Johnson

Sep 6, 2023

 

Douglas Roy Johnson, age 53 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, peacefully at home.  Doug was a graduate from Cuyahoga Falls High School in Ohio.  After graduating he went into the Navy.  After serving, he then trained with Ford to become a Master Mechanic.  He was talented at upholstery and home remodeling. 

 

Survivors:  Mother, Barbara Johnson and...

Howard Raymond Hatmaker

Howard Raymond Hatmaker

Sep 6, 2023

 

Mr. Howard Raymond Hatmaker, age 83 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023.  He attended Woodlake Baptist Church and was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in Vietnam.  Mr. Hatmaker served on the USS Constellation Aircraft Carrier as a Radar Technician.  Preceded in death by Wife, Lena Hatmaker, Parents, Lawrence and Grace Ballard Hatmaker, Brother, Arnold Hatmaker and Sister, Betty...

Bobby Gene Summers

Bobby Gene Summers

Sep 5, 2023

 

Mr. Bobby Gene Summers, age 91 of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023.  He was of the Baptist Faith and a U.S. Navy Veteran.  Preceded in death by Wife, Judy Fowler Summers, Parents, Rev. Audrey and Edna Rose Smith Summers, Brothers, Charles Ernest Summers, Billy Lee Summers, and Jay Summers, Sister, Wilma Sharp.

 

Survivors:  Sisters, Maurine Bennett...

Maggie Ivey Birdsall

Maggie Ivey Birdsall

Sep 5, 2023

 

Mrs. Maggie Ivey Birdsall, age 76 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023.   She was of the Baptist Faith.  Maggie loved being with and taking care of her family, gardening, and fishing.  Preceded in death by Parents, David and Tracy Sharp Ivey, Brothers, Sterling Ivey and Arthur Ivey.

 

Survivors:  Husband of 56 years, Floyd Birdsall, Sr.; Daughters,...

Ralph Wayne "Butch" Denny

Ralph Wayne "Butch" Denny

Sep 4, 2023

 

Mr. Ralph Wayne “Butch” Denny, age 80 of LaFollette passed away Monday, September 4, 2023.  He was a member of New Horizon Baptist Church.  Butch was employed with Woodson Cash Stores for over 34 years, and for 15 years, was employed with Wal-Mart before his retirement.  Singing was a big part of Butch’s life.  He began performing in Church at...

Caitlyn De'Shea Branam

Caitlyn De'Shea Branam

Aug 31, 2023

 

Caitlyn De’Shae Branam, age 25 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023, along with her beloved “Mamaw”, Donna Morris.    Caitlyn was a Hairdresser at Mama Tried Salon in Jacksboro.  On March 11, 2017 she married her loving husband, Jordan Branam and together they enjoyed traveling, cooking, and caring for their special dog and cat, Chloe and Maxwell. ...

Donna Mae Hicks Morris

Donna Mae Hicks Morris

Aug 31, 2023

 

 

Mrs. Donna Mae Hicks Morris, age 67 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023, along with her beloved Granddaughter Caitlyn Branam.    She was a Member of Fincastle Church of God for over 20 years, and during that time served as Sunday School Teacher where she was affectionately named, “Miss Donna”.  Donna also served as a Substitute Teacher...

Ruby Boshears Sheckles Adcock

Ruby Boshears Sheckles Adcock

Aug 29, 2023

 

Mrs. Ruby Boshears Sheckles Adcock, age 84 of the Coolidge Community passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023.  She was born September 5, 1938.  Ruby was a beautician in the LaFollette area for 63 years, and also enjoyed fishing.  Preceded in death by 1st Husband of 42 years, Fred L. Sheckles, 2nd Husband of 24 years, Bobby J. Adcock, Parents,...

Hazel V. Moyers

Hazel V. Moyers

Aug 24, 2023

 

Mrs. Hazel V. Moyers, age 96 of Speedwell passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023.  She was of the Baptist Faith and was retired from Imperial Reading Corp.  Hazel was an avid reader, and enjoyed quilting and gardening.  Preceded in death by Husband, Colvin L. Moyers, Daughter, Janice Sue Herron, Parents, George and Mary Evans, Sisters, Lottie Evans and Ruth...

Bruce Allen Curley

Bruce Allen Curley

Aug 22, 2023

 

Mr. Bruce Allen Curley, age 68 of LaFollette, TN went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.  He was born in Fort Wayne, IN and a graduate of Kelley School of Business at Indiana University.  He was a Senior Programmer Analyst until his retirement.  Preceded in death by Parents, Bruce Arthur and L. Helen Ervin Curley, Sisters,...

Lawrence Albert Thornton

Lawrence Albert Thornton

Aug 20, 2023

 

Mr. Lawrence Albert Thornton, age 90, of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 20, 2023.  He was a proud United States Army Veteran, a Member of Calvary Baptist Church, and was retired after many years of service with the State of Tennessee. Preceded in death by his parents, Fred Thornton and Eva Thornton Clair,...

Sandra Kay Rutherford

Sandra Kay Rutherford

Aug 18, 2023

 

Mrs. Sandra Kay Rutherford, age 74 of Jellico passed away Friday, August 18, 2023.  She attended Chaska Church of God and loved being with her family, especially her Grandchildren.  Preceded in death by Parents, Floyd and Alice Branam Byrd, Brother, Billy Byrd, and Sister, Gail Byrd.

 

Survivors: Husband, Robert Rutherford; Daughter, Angie Trammell and Husband, Jimmy; Son, Robbie...

Bonnie Oral Parker

Bonnie Oral Parker

Aug 18, 2023

 

Mrs. Bonnie Oral Goins Parker, age 83 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 18, 2023.  She was a life-long member of Alder Springs Baptist Church where she was a Clerk, Choir Leader, and Sunday School Teacher for many years.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and was a loving Mother and Wife.  She...

Brandy Leann Hurst

Brandy Leann Hurst

Aug 17, 2023

 

Brandy Leann Hurst, age 21 of Knoxville passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023.  Preceded in death by Father, James Hurst.

 

Survivors: Mother, Melanie Hurst; Grandmother, Teresa Oglesby; Sisters, Emily Ivey and Fiancé, Josh Bragg, and Sabrina Duggins; Brother, James Duggins and Wife, Sarah; Niece and Nephew, Addilynn Ivey and Colson Bragg. 

 

The family will host a gathering...

Brenda G. Parker

Brenda G. Parker

Aug 17, 2023

 

Mrs. Brenda G. Parker, age 72 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023.  She was a member of Coolidge First Baptist Church.  Brenda enjoyed visiting with friends and gardening, but most importantly, loved being with her family.  Preceded in death by Parents, Shellar and Maybelle Jones Morris, Brothers, Larry Wayne, J.M., and Benny Morris, and Sister, Diane Morris.

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Anna L. Smith

Anna L. Smith

Aug 16, 2023

 

Mrs. Anna L. Smith, age 103 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023.  She attended Bearwallow Baptist Church where she served as greeter and also cleaned the church for many years.  Anna enjoyed dancing, gardening, and was an amazing cook.  Preceded in death by Husband, Ernest “Red” Smith; Children, Sue Sharp, Barbara June Smith, and Charles Smith; Grandchildren,...

JoAnn Jones

JoAnn Jones

Aug 11, 2023

 

Mrs. JoAnn Dudley Jones departed this life to her heavenly home on Friday, August 11, 2023.  She was born November 16, 1939 to the late Joseph J. and Vera H. (Smith) Dudley. 

JoAnn was a graduate of LaFollette High School and the University of Tennessee.  She obtained a Bachelor and Master’s Degree.  JoAnn was an avid reader and the...

Danny Coleman

Danny Coleman

Aug 11, 2023

 

Danny Coleman, Jr., age 39 of Jacksboro, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023.  He was a 2003 Graduate of Campbell County High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Network Security from Fountainhead College of Technology.  Danny enjoyed spending time on the Cinch River fishing with his Father and Brother, and tied his own fly fishing flies.  For the...

Donald Robert Vienneau

Donald Robert Vienneau

Aug 4, 2023

 

Mr. Donald “Don” Robert Vienneau, age 83 of Caryville passed away Friday, August 4, 2023.  He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.  Don was a former truck driver employed Lajoie Brothers Transport, and during his time in Tennessee, worked as a part-time Deputy with the Campbell County Sheriffs Office, and was a Member of the LA Cruizers...