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LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Brenda Faye Kitts
Oct 24, 2023
Miss Brenda Faye Kitts, age 76 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Brenda was a lifelong member of Rock Creek Church of God where she served as Church Clerk. She was hired by LaFollette Community Hospital in 1965 and served in many different capacities throughout the hospital in her 50+ years, most recently in the cafeteria. Brenda...
Patricia A. Spivey
Oct 22, 2023
Patricia A. Spivey, age 85 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023. She was a Longtime Member of LaFollette Seventh Day Adventist Church. Patricia deeply loved her Children and Grandchildren, and the color pink. She also enjoying feeding the neighborhood cats, crafting, and was an avid reader. Preceded in death by Son, Rick Spivey; Parents, Bill and Evelyn...
William L. "Lynn" White, Jr.
Oct 18, 2023
Mr. William L. “Lynn” White, Jr., age 73 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023. Lynn faithfully attended Branam Church of God. He was employed with Ingles Supermarkets as a Produce Clerk for many years, where his co-workers affectionately called him Bill. Lynn was also an avid gun collector, and enjoyed his breakfast crew at McDonald’s. Preceded in death...
Barbara M. Overbay
Oct 16, 2023
Barbara M. Overbay, age 51 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023. She was of the Baptist Faith. Barbara deeply loved her family and beloved “Grand dogs,” and was so excited to meet her first Grandchild, Mavryk, due at any moment. Preceded in death by Father, Charles Middleton, and several aunts and uncles.
Survivors: Daughter, Carissa Johnson...
Geraldine Nelson
Oct 14, 2023
Mrs. Geraldine Nelson, age 89 of LaFollette, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023. She was a Member of Murrayville Baptist Church and loved quilting. She loved and enjoyed her Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, and Great-Great Grandchildren, and everyone affectionately knew her as Granny. Preceded in death by Husband, Dewey Nelson, Sons, Roger Nelson and Michael Nelson, Great-Grandchildren, Daisy Nelson and James...
Donna Whaley
Oct 9, 2023
Mrs. Donna Whaley, age 63 of Speedwell, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023. She was of the Baptist Faith. Donna served for many years as a Substitute Teacher with the Campbell County School System, and was previously employed with Big Lots. Preceded in death by Husband, Bruce Whaley in July 2023, Parents, Ray and Ruby Edwards Bratcher, Grandparents, Jim...
O.D. England
Sep 29, 2023
Mr. O.D. England, age 88 of the Glade Springs Community, LaFollette passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. He was a member of Forks Grove Baptist Church, was a well-known and long-time logger, and enjoyed farming. O.D. also worked for a time mining and hauling coal. He was a generous and hard-working Man who was always willing to help those...
Tyler Carrington
Sep 24, 2023
Tyler Carringon, age 33 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023. He was a Christian, and was employed at BSH Home Appliances. He loved being a Dad, had a big heart, and loved his family dearly. He also loved music, eating, and tattoos. Tyler enjoyed making people smile and laugh and had aspired to be a standup comedian. Preceded...
Robert L. Robbins
Sep 22, 2023
Mr. Robert L. “Bob” Robbins, age 74 of LaFollette went to his heavenly home on Friday, September 22, 2023. Bob was a long-time member of LaFollette Church of God where he served as Sunday School Teacher, and several other roles within the church. He was the owner and operator of Bob’s Merchandise on Nevada Ave. for many years. Bob...
Linda L. Miller
Sep 21, 2023
Linda L. Miller, age 81 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023. She loved to cook, work in her flower garden, and loved her dogs, Peyton and Addi. Preceded in death by Daughters, Angie Miller and Shelia Miller, devoted Companion, Lloyd Davidson, Brothers, Kenneth Miller and Charles Miller.
Survivors: Son, Jeff Miller; Grandchildren, Amanda Brown and husband, Mark,...
Harry "Verlin" Bostic
Sep 18, 2023
Mr. Harry “Verlin” Bostic, age 90, of LaFollette passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023. He was a member for Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, and a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was a kind and gentle man, who loved Kentucky Basketball and the Atlanta Braves. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mable Heatherly Bostic, parents, W.R. (Ted) and...
James M. Reynolds
Sep 17, 2023
Mr. James M. Reynolds, age 94 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023. He was a Member of New Liberty Baptist Church, a U.S. Army Veteran, and a member of West Terre Haute, IN, Lodge #687, F. & A.M. with the Degree of Master Mason. James was a master carpenter and electrician, loved gardening, farming,...
Emma Josephine "Jody" Bradley
Sep 13, 2023
Mrs. Emma Josephine “Jody” Bradley, age 83 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. She was a long-time member of Indiana Avenue Baptist Church. Jody enjoyed shopping and traveling to family sporting events, but her greatest joy was being with her Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Son, Stuart P. Bradley, Jr., Parents, Carl David and Gladys...
Jimmy Ray Ford
Sep 12, 2023
Mr. Jimmy Ray Ford age 54 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Jimmy was a proud United States Army and Army National Guard Veteran, serving his Country for over 30 years. Jimmy served in several combat tours overseas and was very proud to do so. Jimmy was a true Army Soldier and loved his Country. He was...
Mitzi Ausmus
Sep 12, 2023
Mitzi Ausmus age 70 of Speedwell , TN went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. She was a member of Cawood Methodist Church in Speedwell, TN. Preceded in death by Parents, Wade and Mildred Pruett Ausmus.
Survivors: Sister, Cynthia Flowers and husband, Kenneth; Nephew, who she loved dearly, Michael Flowers and...
Thomas Maynard Robertson, III "T"
Sep 11, 2023
Thomas Maynard Robertson, III “T” age 38 of Speedwell passed away Monday, September 11, 2023. He was a member of Jacksboro Church of Christ. He enjoyed working with his Dad and Brother, movies, and spending time with his family. Preceded in death by Grandparents, Octavia Robertson, Doris Chambers, and Wayne Coker.
Survivors: Father, Thomas M. Robertson, Jr. and...
Douglas Roy Johnson
Sep 6, 2023
Douglas Roy Johnson, age 53 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, peacefully at home. Doug was a graduate from Cuyahoga Falls High School in Ohio. After graduating he went into the Navy. After serving, he then trained with Ford to become a Master Mechanic. He was talented at upholstery and home remodeling.
Survivors: Mother, Barbara Johnson and...
Howard Raymond Hatmaker
Sep 6, 2023
Mr. Howard Raymond Hatmaker, age 83 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He attended Woodlake Baptist Church and was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in Vietnam. Mr. Hatmaker served on the USS Constellation Aircraft Carrier as a Radar Technician. Preceded in death by Wife, Lena Hatmaker, Parents, Lawrence and Grace Ballard Hatmaker, Brother, Arnold Hatmaker and Sister, Betty...
Bobby Gene Summers
Sep 5, 2023
Mr. Bobby Gene Summers, age 91 of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Preceded in death by Wife, Judy Fowler Summers, Parents, Rev. Audrey and Edna Rose Smith Summers, Brothers, Charles Ernest Summers, Billy Lee Summers, and Jay Summers, Sister, Wilma Sharp.
Survivors: Sisters, Maurine Bennett...
Maggie Ivey Birdsall
Sep 5, 2023
Mrs. Maggie Ivey Birdsall, age 76 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023. She was of the Baptist Faith. Maggie loved being with and taking care of her family, gardening, and fishing. Preceded in death by Parents, David and Tracy Sharp Ivey, Brothers, Sterling Ivey and Arthur Ivey.
Survivors: Husband of 56 years, Floyd Birdsall, Sr.; Daughters,...
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