LaFollette Obituaries

Jan 25, 2023

 

Mrs. Eloise (Weazy) Edwards Thompson, 81 of Logansport, Indiana and formerly of LaFollette, TN passed away Wednesday January 25, 2023 in Franciscan Health Lafayette East at 1:50 PM after a very brief illness. 

Born March 13, 1941 in Fonde, Kentucky to the late Harvey and Pernia (Leach) Edwards.  On Sept. 11 1959, she married Franklin D Thompson.

Weazy was...

Jan 22, 2023

 

Elizabeth Anne Kinsler Dubose, age 75 of LaFollette, TN left this life on Sunday, January 22, 2023 after a brief illness.  Born on March 16, 1947 in Woodway, Virginia to Clarence and Ella Mae Kinsler, Anne was blessed with a loving family and many friends throughout her journey here on earth. During her 75 years, she was a wonderful...

Jan 20, 2023

 

Dr. James Edward “Jim” Barrell, age 65 of Gray, TN passed away Friday, January 20, 2023.  Jim was born in Glendale, CA and earned his undergraduate degrees from University of California, Santa Cruz and eventually found his way to Knoxville where he earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Tennessee.  He was an avid sports fan,...

Jan 20, 2023

 

Mrs. Billie Hensley Kesterson, age 93, of Riverview, Florida passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. She was born to the late Beulah and Earle Hensley of La Follette. She graduated from LaFollette High School in LaFollette, Tennessee. She was a military wife for 20 years and a loving wife and mother. She belonged to First Baptist Concord Church...

Jan 17, 2023

 

Mrs. Peggy Anne Wilson Hornsby, age 79 of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023.   She was of the Baptist Faith and a Teacher for 39 years in the Campbell County School System, having retired at Jacksboro Elementary.  Peggy was a good teacher, loved westerns, football, shopping, and her Grandbaby Teagan.  She was preceded in death by Parents, Virgil...

Jan 16, 2023

 

Rev. Gerald Rehkugler, age 77 of LaFollette passed away, Monday, January 16, 2023.  He was an ordained minister, a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church, and volunteered at LaFollette Health and Rehab and Cumberland Village.  He enjoyed camping and bible teaching.  Preceded in death by Wife, Susan Rehkugler, Daughter, Lorie Rehkugler, Parents, Joseph and Esther Lehman Rehkugler, Brother, John...

Jan 9, 2023

 

Mrs. Rose Ann Bennett, age 71 of LaFollette passed away Monday, January 9, 2023.   Rose Ann was a Christian and attended Long Hollow Baptist Church.  She enjoyed yard sales, flea markets, loved her neighbors, and was a cat lover.  Preceded in death by Husband, Roger Bennett, Parents, Esau and Ruby Robbins Wells, Sisters, Infant Sister, Sally Ann Wells and...

Jan 6, 2023

 

Mrs. Jeanie Parks, age 86 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, January 6, 2023.  She had a very giving heart and loved her family dearly, especially her Great-Grandsons.  Jeanie was employed with the Campbell County School System for 38 years, was a long-time member of Jacksboro First Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School Teacher for the 11-12 young...

Jan 5, 2023

 

Vickie Leinart, age 70 of Caryville, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2022.  She was a member of Central Baptist Church of Caryville.  Vickie previously served as an LPN with Lake City Hospital and as an Administrative Clerk with North Anderson Utility District.  She was an avid reader who loved suspense novels and working crossword puzzles.  Preceded in death by...

Jan 4, 2023

 

Rev. Leonard Virgil Wilson, age 74 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023.   He was pastor of Rock of Christ Lighthouse Church for several years, was a family man, and was not a quitter.  Rev. Wilson enjoyed fishing, cracking jokes, and flea markets.  He was a singer, played the guitar, and was a great story teller.  Preceded in...

Jan 3, 2023

 

Mr. David D. King, age 76 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  He was a Member of Glade Springs Baptist Church and loved to fish.  David was a retired carpenter and handyman, served as head of maintenance at LaFollette Church of God for many years, and was formerly employed with Ayers Auction and Real Estate.   Preceded in...

Jan 2, 2023

 

Mr. Gayley Mills, 69, of LaFollette, TN and Barbourville, KY passed away Monday, January 2, 2023, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.  He was the son of the late Virgil Mills and Gertrude Bargo Mills Adams born on September 18, 1953 in Knox County.

Gayley was a former carpenter and a member of the Cornerstone Christian...

Jan 2, 2023

 

Mrs. Veleria Ann Osborne age 86 of Speedwell passed away Monday, January 2, 2023.  She was a member of Shipley Grove Church of God and together with her Husband, owned and operated Carl’s Upholstery Shop.  Ann loved to attend church, work in her flower and vegetable garden, and loved her family tremendously. Most importantly, no one left Ann’s home...

Dec 30, 2022

 

Shirley Kitts Davis, lovingly known as Rani, of Jacksboro, TN passed away Friday, December 30, 2022.  She was born on December 9, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Jesse L. Kitts and Flora McCarty Kitts.  She graduated from LaFollette High School and further education at the Knoxville Business College, The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and Roane...

Dec 30, 2022

 

Mrs. Paulette Lambert Pebley, age 73 of the Bethlehem Community of LaFollette passed away Friday, December 30, 2022.  Paulette loved the Lord with all of her heart and was a faithful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.  She loved to fish, and to can vegetables that she and her Husband Louie grew in their garden.  More than anything, she loved...

Dec 30, 2022

 

 

Mr. Bruce R. Hanley, age 81 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, December 30, 2022.  He attended New Life Ministry and was a U.S. Army Veteran.  Bruce enjoyed spending time with family and especially his Grandchildren.  He was a hard worker and took great pride in his work.  Preceded in death by Parents, Elton and Esther Kimberly Hanley.

 

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Dec 21, 2022

 

Bradley (Brad) Mullins, age 33 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022.  He was employed with Southern Concrete Concepts, and loved taking care of his friends and family.  Brad was a resident of Chad’s Hope Center in Manchester, KY, and during his time there, he took part in leading group devotions.  Brad was also an auto mechanic, but...

Dec 20, 2022

 

Dr. David Alan Brice, U.S. Navy (Ret.), age 80 of LaFollette formerly of St. Petersburg, FL passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022.  David served as a Captain, and after attending Medical School, served as Military Physician until his retirement from the U.S. Navy.  He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, and loved fishing and farming.  Preceded in...

Dec 17, 2022

Mr. Bobby Joe Adcock , age 84 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.  Preceded in death by Parents, Elias and Willie White Adcock, Sister, Mary Teague and husband, Quinton, Brothers, Calvin Adcock, Jim Adcock, and Raymond Adcock and wife, Ella, Sister-in-law, Emma Sue Adcock.

Survivors:  Wife of...

Dec 14, 2022

Mrs. Juanita (Epperson) Claiborne , age 86 of LaFollette went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.  She was a retired School Teacher, having taught 2nd grade at Jacksboro Elementary School for 33 years and was a long-time member of Fincastle United Methodist Church.  She loved to garden, cook, and spend time with family...