Obituaries

LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


Veleria Ann Osborne

Veleria Ann Osborne

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...

Shirley Kitts Davis

Shirley Kitts Davis

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...

Paulette Lambert Pebley

Paulette Lambert Pebley

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...

Bruce R. Hanley

Bruce R. Hanley

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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Bradley Mullins

Bradley Mullins

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...

Dr. David Alan Brice

Dr. David Alan Brice

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...

Bobby Adcock

Bobby Adcock

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...

Juanita (Epperson) Claiborne

Juanita (Epperson) Claiborne

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...

Kenneth E. Anderson

Kenneth E. Anderson

Dec 12, 2022

Kenneth E. Anderson – of Clio, MI age 58, died peacefully on Monday, December 12, 2022, after a long battle with cancer.  Ken was born February 10, 1964, in Flint, Michigan, to Bobby and Dessie (Daugherty) Anderson. He graduated from Ainsworth High School in 1983. Ken married Sandy Sublett on July 31, 1994, at Cove Lake State...

David Stanfill

David Stanfill

Dec 11, 2022

Mr. David Stanfill , age 67 of LaFollette passed away, Saturday, December 10, 2022.  He was a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church, and was a heavy equipment mechanic for several years.  Hunting and working were his passion along with spending time with his family, and he was quite the jokester.  Preceded in death by Son, Daniel...

Noah Asher

Noah Asher

Dec 8, 2022

Mr. Noah Asher , age 89 of LaFollette passed away, Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Ben Atchley Veteran’s Home in Knoxville.  He was born October 12, 1933, and raised in Straight Creek, KY.  He was drafted into the Army, and turned 18 in Korea.  He served 2 years in Artillery and was Honorably Discharged as Corporal.  Noah...

Rev. Herman Carlo Bruce

Rev. Herman Carlo Bruce

Dec 5, 2022

Rev. Herman Carlo Bruce , age 89 of LaFollette passed away Monday, December 5, 2022.  Rev. Bruce began Ministering in 1964, and in 1981 founded Faith Way Assembly of God where he served as Senior Pastor until 2001.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War. Rev. Bruce was a banjo and mandolin maker,...

Deborah Lambert

Deborah Lambert

Dec 2, 2022

Ms. Deborah Ann Lambert , age 67 of Louisville, KY passed away Friday, December 2, 2022.   She was a member of Bellevue Missionary Baptist Church in Bellevue, Oh, was retired from Fanny Farmers Candy Co. in Ohio, and was a big Elvis fan.  Deborah also enjoyed traveling with her nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by Parents,...

Robert Lindsay (R.L.) Goins

Robert Lindsay (R.L.) Goins

Dec 1, 2022

Mr. Robert Lindsay (R.L.) Goins , age 91 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022.  He was a member of Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church and was an accomplished mandolin player, having never received a lesson.  R.L. was a Certified Auto Mechanic specializing in Auto Air Conditioning, and was employed with Claiborne Oldsmobile for over 30 years. ...

Martha E. Rucker

Martha E. Rucker

Nov 30, 2022

Mrs. Martha E. Rucker , age 85 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022.  Preceded in death by Husband, John L. Rucker, Daughters, Margaret Johnson and Janet Marie Chadwell, Son, Bill Joe Rucker, and several Brothers and Sisters.

Survivors:  Children, John Luther Rucker and wife, Darlene. Donald Rucker and wife, Vickie, Tony Rucker, Susan...

Jack Faulkner

Jack Faulkner

Nov 28, 2022

Mr. Jack Agee Faulkner , age 80 of LaFollette passed away Monday, November 28, 2022.  He was a lifelong member of LaFollette First Baptist Church and served as an Educator with the Campbell County School System for 37 years before his retirement.  Jack was a 1965 Graduate of Cumberland College, now University of the Cumberlands, where he...

Robert Allen (Bobcat) Childs

Robert Allen (Bobcat) Childs

Nov 27, 2022

Mr. Robert Allen (Bobcat) Childs , age 66 of Madisonville, KY formerly of LaFollette passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 after a short illness.  He was previously employed as a Technical Director with Midland Powder, Evansville, IN and Blasting Technician with Austin Powder, LaFollette, TN.  Preceded in death by Parents, Eugene (Red) and Jean Childs.

Survivors: Wife,...

Dale Redick

Dale Redick

Nov 25, 2022

Mr. Dale M. Redick , age 72 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, November 25, 2022.  He was born September 17, 1950 in Dayton, OH to Donald and Kathleen Hampton Redick. He attended Cedar Hill Baptist Church.  Dale was an accomplished musician, playing guitar, drums, piano, and keyboards and was fortunate to perform with several acts including Alabama, Willie...

Siler David Alvis "Dave" McCarty

Siler David Alvis "Dave" McCarty

Nov 22, 2022

Siler David Alvis “Dave” McCarty , 53, of Auburn, GA, originally from LaFollette, TN, left his earthly body on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.

Dave was born in LaFollette, TN on July 19, 1969.  He was a 1988 graduate of Campbell County High School, where he was an active member of the marching band.  Dave was...

Norma Lopez Drummond

Norma Lopez Drummond

Nov 18, 2022

Mrs. Norma Lopez Drummond , of LaFollette formerly of Zephyrhills, FL passed away Friday, November 18, 2022.  The gates of Heaven opened and her precious Lord came down and lifted her up to join her loved ones.  Norma was born in Ybor City, Tampa.  The daughter of Aniceto and Violet Lopez.  She was a lifelong resident of...