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LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Audrey A. Johnson
Mar 6, 2025
Mrs. Audrey A. Johnson, born March 12, 1939, went to be in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was a loving Grandmother who loved all of her Grandchildren very much. She adored her Children as well and loved them with all her heart. She loved the Lord and wanted to go home to Heaven. She was...
Jean Smiddy Roberts
Feb 24, 2025
Mrs. Jean Smiddy Roberts, age 89 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025. She was a member of Lick Creek Holiness Church, and dearly loved her family. Jean enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning, and Hallmark Movies. Preceded in death by Husbands, John “Penny” Smiddy and Louis “Louie” Roberts, Son, Jerry Smiddy, Parents, Ernest and Mary Reynolds Walden, Brother-in-Law, John...
Alma Faye (Ray) Woodby
Feb 22, 2025
Alma Faye (Ray) Woodby passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 86. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She was born on March 20, 1938, in LaFollette, TN, to her parents, Laura Roberts Ray and Barney M. Ray. She was the oldest of six siblings and, at an early age, cared for...
John Charles McNeeley
Feb 11, 2025
Mr. John Charles McNeeley, age 46 of Andersonville passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. John was a 1996 graduate of Campbell County High School, and a proud member of the Cougars Basketball team during 3 straight district championships from 1994-1996. For his hard work and dedication, he earned an athletic scholarship to continue his basketball career with the Senators...
Kathy Siler Robertson
Feb 10, 2025
Kathy Siler Robertson, age 71 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025. Kathy was formerly employed with Lakeshore Mental Health Institute, and for many years was a training coordinator with Cracker Barrel. Kathy dearly loved her dogs and enjoyed riding motorcycles. She is preceded in death by parents, Layton and Margie (Heatherly) Siler.
She is survived by her long-time...
Robert E. Taylor
Feb 4, 2025
Mr. Robert E. Taylor (72) of Caryville, passed away Tuesday February 04, 2025 at his home. Robert was a plumber by trade and loved spending his time with his family. Robert loved all things fishing and hunting. Robert was preceded in death by his loving wife, Debbie Taylor and Son, Ralph Miller. Also preceded in death by his Father, Elton...
Janet "Jan" Gregory
Feb 4, 2025
Mrs. Janet “Jan” Gregory, age 70 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She attended Walnut Grove Baptist Church, dearly loved her family, and was very encouraging to everyone. Jan enjoyed reading, crocheting, and tending to plants. She is preceded in death by Frank Everett, I, and Derek Gregory, Great-Grandson, Hunter Logan, Parents, William “Bill” and Lorraine Freling...
Elsie Mae Phillips
Feb 3, 2025
Mrs. Elsie Mae Phillips, age 60 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 3, 2025. She is preceded in death by Parents, James Carroll, Sr. and Barbara Carroll, Sister, Bobbie Ann Brown, Brother, James Carroll, Jr, and Step-Brother, Daniel Wallace.
She is survived by her husband, Stanley Phillips; son, Scotty Lee Carroll and fiancé Brandi Byrge;...
Robert E. "Bob" Chadwell
Jan 30, 2025
Mr. Robert Eslick “Bob” Chadwell, age 67 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Bob enjoyed riding and working on motorcycles and truly cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by parents, L.D. and Ellen Chadwell Clouse, brother, Michael A. Chadwell, and sister, Janice Bailey.
He is survived by daughters, Leona Cochran of...
David I. "Cobb" Byrge
Jan 25, 2025
Mr. David I. “Cobb” Byrge, age 70 of Jacksboro passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Mr. Byrge was a US Army Veteran and was formerly employed with Precise Corporation in Caryville, and for a time, worked as a Coal Miner. He enjoyed fishing, exploring in the mountains, and was an accomplished guitar player. Preceded in death by wife, Brenda...
Jonah Collins
Jan 24, 2025
Mr. Jonah “Fuzz” Collins, age 77 of Duff, TN passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. He was a member of Fincastle Church of God. Fuzz loved fishing and swapping vehicles. He is preceded in death by Parents, Grover ad Mary Ratliff Collins, Brothers, Ben and Gary Collins, and Sister, Shirley Marlow.
He is survived by his Son, Matthew Woods and one...
Carol Lester
Jan 19, 2025
Mrs. Carol Lester, age 80 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, as well as, an active member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church and had a true passion for making a difference in the lives of children across the world through her years long ministry of Operation Christmas Child campaign...
Joyce Faye (Lawson) Carr
Jan 14, 2025
Mrs. Joyce Faye (Lawson) Carr, age 86 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was a devoted member of Ball Camp Baptist Church, loved gardening, and was formerly employed with Peoples National Bank for 10 years while living in LaFollette. She is preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Nannie Lawson, and brother, Ralph...
Judy Lynn "Longmire" Caddell
Jan 13, 2025
Mrs. Judy Caddell, 78, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Judy was born and raised in LaFollette. She was a long-time member of Glade Springs Baptist Church where she blessed many people with her song ministry that God laid upon her heart. She was told all the time up to this day what a blessing her singing...
Ronnie Bolton
Jan 11, 2025
Mr. Elbert Ronald Bolton, Jr, age 78, of Stinking Creek passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 peacefully, at his home. Ronnie was a man who lived life as he hunted – with determination, patience, and a love for the outdoors that could not be matched. He has embarked on his final adventure, where we trust that the game is...
Lou Anna Carmany
Jan 7, 2025
Mrs. Lou Anna (Baird) Carmany, age 81 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She was an avid Tennessee Vols fan, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, and deeply loved her grandchildren. Mrs. Carmany is preceded in death by parents, Leonard Andrew and Linda (Ayers) Baird, sisters, Gerri Miller, Henrietta Bolton, and Hazel Bruce, and brothers, Junior...
Charles David Sewell
Jan 4, 2025
Mr. Charles David Sewell, age 82 of LaFollette, formerly of Atlanta, GA passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home.
David was born and raised in Atlanta, GA and was a 1960 Graduate of Roosevelt High School, where he excelled in Football, Baseball, and Basketball. Because of his athletic ability, he was recruited by several SEC Colleges as a...
Stephanie Elaine Douglas Lay
Dec 30, 2024
Stephanie Elaine Douglas Lay, age 46 passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Greeneville Memorial Hospital in Greeneville, SC. Stephanie was a devoted Wife, Mother, and Grandmother and was very proud of her children. She was of the Baptist Faith. Stephanie was a huge Tennessee Volunteer fan, and although living in South Carolina for the last several years, continued...
Patrick William Smith
Dec 29, 2024
Mr. Patrick William Smith, age 66 of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
Patrick was a 1976 graduate of Campbell County High School. He was committed to higher education and earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Tennessee (Knoxville), and Masters from the University of Texas (Austin), both in Business Marketing. From there, he began his career...
Rosa Lee "Rose" Draker
Dec 19, 2024
Mrs. Rosa Lee “Rose” Draker, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She attended Woodson Baptist Church. Rose loved all types of animals, and was employed as a dog groomer with LaFollette Veterinary Services for many years. She also enjoyed taking care of her home and working in her garden. Preceded in death by husband, Bob...
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