Obituaries
LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Matthew Victor Moore
Aug 4, 2023
Matthew Victor Moore, age 39 of LaFollette passed away Friday, August 4, 2023. He was a Brick and Block Mason for many years, and enjoyed listening to all types of music. Preceded in death by Mother, Jean Orick, Father, Hobart Moore, Grandparents, Annie Moore, Samantha Moore, Henry Moore, Lillie Orick, and Paul Orick, Sr., and many other family members.
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Kay Ray
Aug 3, 2023
Mrs. Kay Ray, age 66 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. She attended Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Kay was a Teacher’s Aide for many years at Wynn and White Oak Schools. She also enjoyed her time as a consultant with Merle Norman, and the many travels and time it awarded her with her Niece,...
Tim Shears
Aug 2, 2023
Mr. Tim Shears, age 63 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Tim was a long-time Machinist, enjoyed classic cars and motorcycles, and working on computers. He loved classic rock and found peace in music. Preceded in death by Parents, Rev. V.H. Shears and Elois Bolton Shears-McCullah, Sister, Kay Shears, Infant Brother, Virgil Leland Shears, Grandparents, Tom and...
Edmund L. Hall
Jul 30, 2023
Mr. Edmund L. Hall, age 81 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023. Edmund was known for his infectious laugh, and those who grew up with him, affectionately called him “Cookie”. He faithfully attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, where from a young age, served as Alter Boy, and later, served as Lector during Mass. Edmund...
William "Bill" John Cannon
Jul 30, 2023
William “Bill” John Cannon, age 81, of Caryville, TN passed away Sunday, July, 30th, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. William was born on February 18th, 1942 in Rochester, NY, the son of Gertrude Darrin and Billy John Cannon.
Bill graduated from the University of Rochester in 1964 with a BS in electrical engineering and continued his education...
Mark Anthony Jordan
Jul 28, 2023
Mr. Mark Anthony Jordan, age 59 of LaFollette passed away Friday, July 28, 2023. For over 20 years, Mark was a delivery driver with Flowers Bakery. Mark enjoyed fishing and antique auctions. Preceded in death by Parents, David, Jr. and Edna Mae Tidwell Jordan, Brothers, Duane and Ronnie Jordan, and Sister, Shirley Gaylor.
Survivors: Fiancé, Joanie Terry; Children,...
Bruce Whaley
Jul 27, 2023
Mr. Bruce Whaley, age 74 of Speedwell passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith and a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Vietnam. Bruce was formerly employed with Ford Motor Company while living in Michigan, and upon returning to Tennessee, was employed with TDOT. He enjoyed deer hunting and being on the lake. Preceded in...
Jerry L. Dagley
Jul 18, 2023
Mr. Jerry Luke Dagley (78) passed away peacefully at his home in LaFollette, Tennessee on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, surrounded by friends and family. Jerry was born to the late Ferris and Ethel Dagley of Grantsboro, TN on August 8, 1944. He attended Jacksboro High School graduating in 1962. Being a talented basketball player, Jerry received a full scholarship...
Willard Madron
Jul 17, 2023
Mr. Willard Madron, age 72 of Jacksboro, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023. He was born December 24, 1950, and was of the Holiness Faith. Willard loved fishing and hunting. Preceded in death by Wife of 45 years, Gracie Walden Madron, Parents, Lewis and Thelma Madron, Brother, Wayne Madron, and Sisters, Sherrie Madron Thompson and Judy Madron Campbell.
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Sandra June Henegar
Jul 8, 2023
Sandra June Henegar, age 75 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 8, 2023. June was a lifelong Member of East LaFollette Baptist Church. She had served as a Sunday School Teacher, Church Treasurer and Secretary, and was the Church Cooperation Board Chair. She also served on the Church Kitchen Crew along with her...
Thomas Andrew Steakley
Jul 6, 2023
Mr. Thomas Andrew Steakley, age 66 of Lindsay, OK, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith, a U.S. Army Veteran, and a loving Husband and Father. Preceded in death by Great-Grandson, Brad Lee Andrew Stroud, Father, Henry Jack Steakley, Mother, Cora Perkey Steakley, Brothers, Jackie Ray Steakley and Ronald Steakley, Brother-in-Law,...
Delores "Lois" Wilson
Jul 6, 2023
Mrs. Delores “Lois” Wilson, age 81 of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, after a lengthy battle with Dementia. She was of the Baptist Faith. Mrs. Wilson loved to fish, playing board games, working crossword puzzles, but most of all, enjoyed a good milkshake. Preceded in death by Husband, Jack Wilson, Parents, Earl and Edna Turner, Sisters, Dorothy...
Leroy Braden
Jul 3, 2023
Rev. Leroy Braden, age 75 of LaFollette passed away Monday, July 3, 2023. Rev. Braden began his Ministry in 1981 when he was called to be the Pastor of Myers Grove Baptist Church, and for the next 40+ years, led many area churches until his last Pastorship at Cedar Creek Baptist Church. Along the way, he had a very...
Nina Pebley
Jun 26, 2023
Miss Nina Pebley, age 82 of LaFollette, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023. She was a Member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and worked as a Pharmacy Technician at Globe Drug Store, Walden Drug Store, and CVS Pharmacy. A devoted Daughter, cherished Sister, and a special Aunt. Preceded in death by Parents, Walter and Florence Tilson Pebley, Sisters, Eula Carr...
Wayne Russell Chaniott
Jun 25, 2023
Wayne Russell Chaniott passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, June 25, 2023. He was 73 years old. For more than a year, Wayne had battled cancer while stoically maintaining courage and determination. His sons, Ryan and Andrew, in particular, mourn the loss but are grateful for their father’s example, for his many sacrifices and for his...
JoAnn Woodson Wilder
Jun 20, 2023
JoAnn Woodson Wilder, age 81 of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023. JoAnn was a very successful hairdresser with a large clientele from the 1960’s thru the 1980’s. She loved to make ladies look and feel pretty. A Christian gone Home. Preceded in death by parents, Stearl K. and Cecil Shephard Woodson, Brothers, Robert L. Woodson and Stearl...
Robert "Bob" Sweat
Jun 19, 2023
Mr. Robert “Bob” Sweat, age 88 of LaFollette passed away Monday, June 19, 2023. He was a long-time member of Forks Grove Baptist Church, a 50-year member of Stooksbury Masonic Lodge #602, F. & A.M., and was a former Truck Driver. Bob loved Bluegrass music, classic cars, and motorcycles. He had a great knowledge of history, and enjoyed reading...
Sandra Louise "Si" Thacker
Jun 16, 2023
Mrs. Sandra Louise Thacker, “Si” to the people who loved her so dearly, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023. Sandra was a Nurse for over 30 years and also taught Sunday School for many years at Coolidge First Baptist Church where she was a faithful member. Her life was spent serving others. She loved the Lord and her family...
Jeffrey (JB) Scott Barbe
Jun 12, 2023
Jeffrey (JB) Scott Barbe, 30 years old, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2023, at his home in Andersonville, TN. He was born on April 13, 1993 to his loving parents Jeffrey Scott Barbe Sr., and Rachel Chagala.
JB was a remarkable young man who touched the lives of all who knew him. He had an infectious smile and...
Viola Marlow Bratcher
Jun 12, 2023
Mrs. Viola Marlow Bratcher, age 83 of Washington Court House, OH, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023. She was of the Pentecostal Faith. Viola loved to crochet, needlepoint, oldies music (especially Elvis), westerns, and looking through her pictures. To everyone she loved, she would say “I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck”. ...
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