LaFollette Obituaries

Feb 28, 2022

Mr. Woodrow “Woody” Wilburn , age 81, of Greeneville, passed away peacefully Monday, February 28th 2022, at his home. Woody made the decision to become a Christian early in adulthood. Because of his faith, his family can claim the promises found in John 11:25-26 “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he...

Feb 28, 2022

Mr. Vincent Thacker , age 59 of LaFollette passed away Monday, February 28, 2022.  He was of the Baptist Faith and had a special place in his heart for all children.  Preceded in death by Father, Houston Thacker, Step-Father, Arthur McKeehan, and Grandfather, Earnest Smith.

Survivors:  Mother, Mrs. JoAnn McKeehan; Sisters, Melissa Blankenship and Paul...

Feb 26, 2022

Mrs. Shirley A. Gaylor , age 72, of LaFollette passed away Saturday, February 26, 2022.  She was a Faithful Member of Stanfield Church of God, a former Teacher’s Aide at East LaFollette Elementary School for many years, and was a wonderful cook.  Preceded in death by Parents, David Jordan, Jr., and Edna Mae Tidwell Jordan, Brothers, Ronnie...

Feb 19, 2022

Mrs. Lisa Rose (Denton) Stieman , age 57, of Newport, TN passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022, surrounded by her family.  Lisa was born in Chicago, IL on the 17th of May 1964. She is preceded in death by her only daughter, Alexis.

She is survived by her husband Gerald Stieman; her parents, Gail Denton...

Feb 16, 2022

Mrs. Brenda L. Rucker , age 53 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord alongside her Husband and Mother-in-Law on Wednesday, February 16, 2022.  She was of the Christian faith.  Brenda is preceded in death by her Husband, Michael G. Rucker, Sr., Father, Gary Crank, Sr., Mother, Carolyn Gadd, and Mother-in-law, Carolyn L. Rucker.

Feb 16, 2022

Mr. Michael G. Rucker , Sr, age 55 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord alongside his Wife and Mother on Wednesday, February 16, 2022. Mike was a devoted Father and Grandfather.  He was of the Christian faith.  Preceded in death by Wife, Brenda L. Rucker, Parents, William D. Rucker, Sr. and Carolyn G. Rucker,...

Feb 16, 2022

Mrs. Carolyn G. Rucker , age 89 of Caryville went home to be with the Lord alongside her son and daughter-in-law on Wednesday, February 16, 2022.  Carolyn loved her family very much. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by her husband, William D. Rucker, Sr., Sons, William D. Rucker Jr., and Michael G. Rucker, Sr. and...

Feb 15, 2022

Mr. Kenneth R. (Kenny) Woodby , age 64 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2022.  Kenny enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping.  Preceded in death by Father, Kenneth C. Woodby, Grandparents, Barney and Laura Ray and several other family members.

Survivors:  Mother, Mrs. Alma Ray Woodby; Son, Christopher Shawn Woodby; Sister, Debbie Goins and Husband,...

Feb 8, 2022

Mr. Frank “Fat” Phillips , age 84 of LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.  He was a Christian and was of the Baptist Faith.  Frank was formerly employed with Turbo Towing for many years, and loved to fish, ginseng hunting, bird watching, working in his flower garden, and traveling to...

Feb 3, 2022

Don Ivey , 67, a native of LaFollette, TN passed away February 3, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He was preceded in death by his parents Fred Edward Ivey and Evelyn Joyce Jones Ivey and his brother Doug Ivey.

Don is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Brian and Deana Ivey...

Feb 1, 2022

Mrs. Phyllis Bolton , age 80 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022.  She was a former CNA and loved to care for others.  Phyllis was of the Baptist Faith.  Preceded in death by Husband, Verlin Bolton, Parents, Lee and Edith Marie Trammell Chambers, Brothers, Jack Trammell and Chester Chambers, and Sister, Martha...

Jan 31, 2022

Chief Wayne Gregg , age 70 of LaFollette passed away Monday, January 31, 2022.  Chief Gregg faithfully served the City of LaFollette Fire Department for 36 years until his retirement.  During his time serving as Chief, the Department saw many improvements, including the construction of LaFollette Fire Station #2, and with his assistance, the completion of LaFollette...

Jan 31, 2022

Bettie Sue Fields Wilkie, Knoxville, TN

Bettie was a bright spark in this world and will be deeply missed by many. She was a warm, friendly, and loving person who was generous with her time and friendship.  Her love of life spilled over into all that she did. She passed on January 31, 2022, holding the hand...

Jan 31, 2022

Tonya Marie Faris , age 54 of LaFollette passed away Monday, January 31, 2022.  She was a former Nurse with several area Healthcare Facilities, and she had a passion for music.  Preceded in death by Grandparents, Jess Ogg, Sr. and Marie Williamston Ogg, Uncles, Jess Ogg, Jr. and John Ogg, Cousins, Marty Ogg and Jesse Ogg.

Survivors:  Mother,...

Jan 24, 2022

Carolyn Theresa La Duke (née McCasland, erstwhile Brien) was born April 13, 1941 to Raymond and Agnes McCasland (née Gero) of Saranac Lake, New York. That April 13 was Easter Sunday and she was fond of saying the Easter Bunny brought her. Though born on Easter, Carolyn’s favorite holiday was Christmas and holiday hymns were her favorites....

Jan 19, 2022

Mrs. Dalia Watkins , age 61 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022.  She was a member of Victory Baptist Church.  She loved studying her Bible and everything associated with Church.  Preceded in death by Parents, Daniel and Beatrice Esquivel, and Sister, Diane Esquivel.

Survivors: Husband, Jerry Watkins; Sister, Deborah Yamauchi; Nephews, Michael, Justin,...

Jan 17, 2022

Mr. Verlin Bolton , age 84 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Monday, January 17, 2022.  He was of the Baptist Faith, and was a former coal miner and logger.  Verlin enjoyed working in his garden and farming.  Preceded in death by Parents, James and Mary Bolton, Brother, Vennis Bolton, and an Infant Brother.

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Jan 13, 2022

Mr. Charles Daniel (Danny) Milton , age 43 of Knoxville, formerly of Campbell Co. passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022.  Preceded in death by Father, David Eugene Milton and Wife, Ann, Grandparents, Gene and Grace Milton, Tom Thompson, Jr., and Elizabeth Thompson.

Survivors: Daughter, Samara Grace Milton, Mother, Linda K. Thompson Leamon and Husband, Ray; Brother,...

Jan 8, 2022

Mr. Delmas Powers , age 84 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Saturday, January 8, 2021.  He was a former coal miner.  Delmas enjoyed being in the mountains, ginseng hunting, riding four wheelers, fishing, and playing his dobro.  Preceded in death Wife, Mrs. Janice Ethel Huddleston Powers in October 2020, Parents, Daniel Powers and Maggie Broyles...

Jan 7, 2022

Misty Jo McGhee , age 40 of LaFollette went to be with the Lord, Friday, January 7, 2022, surrounded by her family.  She was a loving Mother, friend, and her life work consisted of creating art through her professional tattoo career.  Preceded in death by her Grandmother, Josie Hoskins.

She is survived by Sons, Kenneth...