LaFollette Obituaries

Feb 28, 2021

Lillian (Lilly) Ruth Morton was born and passed peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2021. Though we only had a short time with her, our lives are forever changed.

Preceded in death by Great-Grandparents Robert Calvin Morton, Ann Baird Morton, Cecil Antrican and Lois Antrican Jones, Rufus Sanders, Ruth Sanders Woodell, and Clinton and Wilma Rich.

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Feb 25, 2021

Mrs. Sharon Faye Miller Hubbard , age 64, of LaFollette passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 25, 2021.  She was a Christian, enjoyed being outside, and working with her flowers.  Sharon loved her Grandchildren, going to flea markets, and enjoyed spending time with others.  Preceded was preceded in death by Husband, Kenneth Miller, Son,...

Feb 24, 2021

Mrs. Laura Taylor , age 73, of Jacksboro, went home to be the Lord on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.  She was a faithful member of LaFollette Church of God, and a dear Mother, Granny, Sister, Aunt, and Friend.  Laura loved her God, family, church, and everybody was her friend.  Preceded in death by Husband of 39 years,...

Feb 21, 2021

Mrs. Peggy Robbins Hensley , age 69, of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021.  She was a member of Ford Town Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by Parents, Howard and Loucille Robbins.

Survivors:   Husband of 51 years, Garry Hensley; Son, Garry Wayne Hensley and wife, Emily; Daughter, Christy Hensley Davis; Granddaughters, Hannah Davis, Destiny...

Feb 18, 2021

Mrs. Margie Louise Prater age 90 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021.  Preceded in death by Daughter, Lenora Prater-Sweat, Son, James Edward Stokes, Parents, Osro and Effie Shoffner White, and Several Brothers.

Survivors:  Children, Coen Stokes, Dennis Stokes, Romona Kimmel and husband, Fred, Lena Bailey and husband, Ricky, and Donna Overton and husband, Jamie;...

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,...