LaFollette Obituaries

Feb 16, 2021

Michael Y. Walters , of Manchester, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, after reaching the age of 77 years.  After months of failing health, he died peacefully at UK Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.  Michael was born December 17, 1943 in Clay County, Kentucky.  He obtained his Bachelors degree from the University of the Cumberlands, and...

Feb 16, 2021

Mrs. Jessie Ruth Chitwood , age 84, of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021.  She was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by Daughter, Lynn Goins, Husband, Bobby Chitwood, Parents, Lee V. and Eliza Ivey Smith, Brothers, Ralph Smith and Harvey Smith.

Survivors:   Sons, George Michael Moses and wife, Brenda...

Feb 15, 2021

Mrs. Mable Compton Violet age 87 of LaFollette passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.  She was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church and served as a Sunday School teacher for many years.  Mrs. Mable was formerly employed with Imperial Reading and the Furtex Corporation.  Preceded in death by Husband, Mr. James Violet, Parents, George and Myrtle Marcum Paul, Sisters,...

Feb 12, 2021

Mr. Larry Wayne Cornett , age 64 of LaFollette entered Heavens gates on Friday, February 12, 2021, at 2:30 A.M. in Nashville, TN.   A devoted Christian of many years who served as Deacon for his loving church family at Heritage Baptist Church.  Larry was a very humble and kind hearted person that touched many hearts through his...

Feb 11, 2021

Mrs. Wanda Faye Ivey Phillips , age 68, of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021.  She was born November 21, 1952, and was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.  Wanda was retired from Imperial Reading and Levi Strauss.  She loved working in her flowers, and loved animals.   Preceded in death by Parents, Oscar and Mary...

Feb 4, 2021

Mr. Danny Daugherty , age 44 of Caryville passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021.   He was of the Baptist Faith and a former sheetrock finisher.  Danny loved to be with his family and teasing his nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by Mother, Pauline Wilson Daugherty, Brothers, Carl Daugherty, Jr. and Randy Lee Williams, Sister, Carlene Daugherty,...

Feb 3, 2021

Mr. Evan Wayne Heatherly was born on May 5, 1939 and passed away on February 3, 2021 at the age of 81.  He is the son of the late Brice Wesley and Emmaline Spangler Heatherly. He is also preceded in death by his brother Jack Heatherly, sister Nadine Stephens, grandchild McKamey Manor, great-grandchild Bailey Coates. Mr. Heatherly...

Jan 29, 2021

June Huston , 92, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2021, after a long illness. She leaves behind an incredible legacy of love. June was born in Johnson City, TN, on September 16, 1928, to William Dewitt Rose and Nancy Parrot Rose. She grew up in Johnson City until moving to Knoxville, TN, to attend the University...

Jan 27, 2021

Mr. R. Donald “Don” Hickey , age 86 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021.   He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, and was proud to be a part of the Church re-construction and maintenance.  Mr. Hickey was retired from General Motors.  Preceded in death by Wife, Willie Jean Hickey.  Don was the last surviving...

Jan 27, 2021

Mrs. Anna M. Jones , age 63 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021.   She was of the Catholic Faith, and was a retail sales manager for many years.  Anna always had a positive attitude and lived by the quote “Today is a good day to have a good day”.  She loved her Grandchildren, shopping, her...

Jan 23, 2021

Mrs. Yvonne Tiller , age 87 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021.   She was a long-time member of East LaFollette Baptist Church, and was formerly employed as a shipping/receiving clerk with Imperial Reading.  Along with her Husband, Paul, who passed in 2019, they were the beloved duo, “Ma and Pa” to their Great-Grandchildren who she...

Jan 22, 2021

Mrs. Jeanne Jobe , age 76 of LaFollette, formerly of Cordele, GA passed away Friday, January 22, 2021.  She was a longtime dental assistant before moving to the Campbell Co. area in 2006 with her Husband, Henry.  Jeanne had a passion for family and travel, she especially loved the Smoky Mountains and viewing the elk at the...

Jan 22, 2021

Regina K. “Gina” Tomblin , age 54 of Jacksboro, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021.  She was the owner and operator of Tomblin Commercial Services, and was a huge Tennessee Vols fan.  Gina loved all sorts of animals, and loved her children and grandchildren tremendously.  Preceded in death by Parents, Harvey and Hazel Byrge Crabtree, Brothers, Darrell...

Jan 19, 2021

Mrs. Wilma Karleen Farris McCammon , age 93 formerly of LaFollette, TN, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021.  She and her husband, Leon ran Farris Service Station in the Fincastle Community for many years, and she drove the bus for TN State School for the Deaf in Knoxville for several years. Preceded in death by her first...

Jan 19, 2021

Mr. Howard St. John , age 80, passed away early on Tuesday, January 19, 2021.  Other than his time spent in the service, Howard was a lifelong resident of Campbell County.  He was known as one of the best all-around athletes to have played for LaFollette High School (Class of 1961), earning several accolades in basketball, football,...

Jan 18, 2021

Mrs. June Minton Kimberlain , loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, age 90 of LaFollette passed away Monday, January 18, 2021.  She was a Member of Fincastle United Methodist Church.  Mrs. Kimberlain was formerly employed with E.E. Hill & Son Insurance and served as a substitute teacher with the Campbell County School System.  She was fortunate to live...

Jan 18, 2021

Mr. James Charles Rose , age 92, formerly of LaFollette, TN, passed away on the morning of Monday, January 18, 2021 at his daughters’ home in Jackson Township, IL.  James and his wife Eula lived in Mokena for over 30 years and retired to LaFollette, TN where he was finally able to buy a pontoon boat and...

Jan 17, 2021

Mrs. Clara Mae Hatfield Ivey , age 91 of LaFollette, TN, passed away at Cumberland Village on Sunday, January 17, 2021.  She was born April 9, 1929, to the late Arthur and Cecile Parrott Hatfield in Bethlehem Community, TN.  She was a member of Elm Grove Baptist Church and worked 45 years at Imperial Reading (Shirt Factory)...

Jan 17, 2021

Mr. Franklin Lee “Frank” Carroll , age 60 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.  Frank loved hunting, fishing, and being a Father and Grandfather.  Preceded in death by Angel Great-Grandson, Hayden Bolton, Parents, Lewis, Sr. and Bessie Philips Carroll, Brothers, Eugene Carroll, Bobby Carroll, and Lewis Carroll, Jr.

Survivors:  Children, Rachel Carroll and...

Jan 17, 2021

Mr. Millard Baird , age 59 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021.   He was a long-time landscaper in the Campbell County area, a die-hard Campbell County High School Football Fan, an avid hunter, enjoyed working on old cars, and especially loved his grandchildren.  Preceded in death by Parents, John and Maryanne Petro Baird, Uncles, Harry...