Obituaries
LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Lois (Campbell) Roberts
Oct 17, 2024
Mrs. Lois (Campbell) Roberts, age 87 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024. She attended New Ivy Dell Church of God and enjoyed canning, cooking, and gardening. Preceded in death by Husband, Paul Roberts, Parents, Casper and Pearlie (Jones) Campbell, Brothers, William, Sherman, Irvin, John, Pascal, and Donald Campbell, and Sisters, Colleen Johnson, Mildred Welden, Nancy and Rose...
Donnie Milton
Oct 15, 2024
Mr. Donnie Milton, age 83, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Donnie was born and raised in Duff and grew up attending Woodson Gap Baptist Church, the church his father helped build. He joined the US Navy in 1959 and proudly served his country during the Vietnam era as an Aviation Structural Mechanic and volunteered as a member...
Florence Blackwell
Oct 11, 2024
Mrs. Florence Blackwell, age 74 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, October 11, 2024. She was a member of Indiana Avenue Baptist Church. Florence loved going to Church and enjoyed serving her community thru her cooking. She was a homemaker, loved animals, children, and babysitting. Preceded in death by Parents, Lavan and Amelia White, Sisters, Melody Goddard, Lavina White, and Julie...
Helen B. Ridenour
Oct 11, 2024
Mrs. Helen B. Ridenour, age 99 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, October 11, 2024. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Knoxville. Mrs. Ridenour was an accomplished seamstress and loved gardening. Preeded in death by Daughter, Freida Ann Tillette, Parents, Whitney and Mary (Phillips) Davis, and Brother, Carl Davis.
Survivors: Husband, Edward Ridenour; Son, Thomas Ridenour; Daughter, Jean Tumihardja...
Doris Walden
Oct 9, 2024
Mrs. Doris Walden, age 80 of Ft. Myers, FL, formerly of LaFollette, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. She was a beloved member of Broadway Community Church of God in Ft. Myers where she was an active member of the Ladies Ministry, and attended LaFollette Church of God while in TN. Doris served as a Guidance Secretary with...
Daniel Wayne "Big Dan" Hunley
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. Daniel Wayne “Big Dan” Hunley, age 51 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He attended Bethlehem Baptist Church and was a Heavy Truck Mechanic. “Big Dan” enjoyed riding side-by-sides in the mountains, being on the lake, visiting with his friends at Norris Point Campground, and was always willing to help anyone in need. Preceded in death...
TJ Sparks
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. T.J. Sparks, age 90 of Speedwell went to his Heavenly Home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was a devoted member of Bradens Chapel Baptist Church where he served as Choir Leader for 70 years. He also owned and operated T.J. Sparks Garage for many years. Preceded in death by Parents, Elder W.M. and...
Phyllis Jewell Johnson
Oct 1, 2024
Mrs. Phyllis Jewell “Elaine” (Buttram) Johnson, age 71 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She attended Faith Missionary Baptist Church and was employed with Powell Valley Foods for many years. Elaine loved going to church, visiting with her family, and working in her yard. Preceded in death by Daughter, Wendy Wright, Parents, Louie and Zela (Dobbs) Buttram,...
Janice Faye Adkins
Sep 30, 2024
Mrs. Janice Faye (Steakley) Adkins, age 70 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024. Her greatest joy was spending time with family and enjoying her multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Janice was formerly employed with Cumberland Village Healthcare for many years and was not afraid of hard work. She is preceded in death by her Loving Husband, Danny...
Roger Dale Johnson
Sep 21, 2024
Roger Dale Johnson, born May 31, 1952, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2024. He was saved at the old Coolidge Baptist Church, and baptized at Indiana Avenue Baptist Church. He worked in masonry work, and many types of construction work from a young age. Roger had a very witty sense of humor, a kind...
Paul Broyles, Sr.
Sep 13, 2024
Mr. Paul Broyles, Sr., age 84 of LaFollette, TN, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024. He was a long time Free & Accepted Mason while living in Ohio and Tennessee, and also a Kerbela Temple Shriner. Paul was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, retired from General Motors, and Agee and Walters Furniture Company. He enjoyed working on appliances, and dedicated...
Jo Ann "Nannie Jo" Bolton
Sep 10, 2024
Mrs. Jo Ann “Nannie Jo” Bolton, age 64, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024. She was of the Baptist Faith. Jo’s Grandchildren were her whole world. She enjoyed working with her flowers, was a good cook, and loved her cat, “Jinx”. Preceded in death by Father, J. W. West, Brother, Arvil Dwayne West, Mother and Father-in-Law, Emily Sue...
Stephen William Russell
Sep 7, 2024
Stephen William Russell, age 44 of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. He was an accomplished Tool & Die Maker and was currently employed with Fulton Bellows in Knoxville. Stephen was a wonderful cook, enjoyed working on cars, landscaping, and gardening. He is preceded in death by Father, Cletus Wayne Russell; Grandparents, Wayne and Rose Russell, and Norman...
Kathleen (Cobb) Smith
Sep 5, 2024
Mrs. Kathleen (Cobb) Smith, age 93 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Kathleen was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and retired from A&P Stores while living in Michigan. Preceded in death by Beloved Husband, James E. Smith in 2018, Parents, Robert James and Retta (Treadway) Cobb, Sisters, Imogene Smith, Christine Smith,...
Michael Todd Miller
Aug 29, 2024
Michael Todd Miller, age 50 of Speedwell, TN, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024. Todd held various positions from being a painter at University of Tennessee, and was a member of the Painters Union. He also was a Time Share Salesman in Gatlinburg. He enjoyed his antique Corvette, and was a true Tennessee Vols Fan. Preceded in death by Mother,...
Bobby T. "Wild Bob" Andrews
Aug 26, 2024
Mr. Bobby T. “Wild Bob” Andrews, age 89 of LaFollette, TN, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024. He was a University of North Carolina Graduate and loved Carolina Basketball with a fever. He loved antiquing and was quite the Debater. Bob always stayed busy and enjoyed a hard days work. Preceded in death by his Best Friend, Elizabeth Andrews, Son,...
James Henry Rookard
Aug 23, 2024
Mr. James Henry Rookard, age 85 of Jacksboro passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 23, 2024. He was well known in his community as the owner of Action Printing, as well as an avid enthusiast of classic cars. Preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo Rookard and Marian Stewart Rookard , Brother, Joe Rookard, and Sister,...
James Robert "Rambo" Marsee Upton
Aug 22, 2024
James Robert “Rambo” Marsee Upton, age 23 of Speedwell, TN, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was born October 1, 2000, and is the son of Charles Lee Upton and Jwana Lynn Marsee. James was a graduate of Cumberland Gap High School. James was also a Volunteer Fire Fighter, who was loved and respected by so many in his...
Dustin Trent Jenkins, II
Aug 22, 2024
Dustin Trent Jenkins, II, age 18 of Speedwell, TN passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was a Member of Shipley Grove Mountain Assembly Church of God. Trent was a graduate of Cumberland Gap High School, Class of 2024. He enjoyed playing basketball, fishing, and hanging out with friends. Trent loved being with his family, and was always smiling and...
Betty "Irene" Leach
Aug 19, 2024
Betty "Irene" Leach, age 80, of LaFollette passed away Monday, August 19, 2024. She was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church and when she was able, enjoyed visiting and dancing with her friends at Mama’s Kitchen. Irene is preceded in death by Husband, Franklin Leach, Son, James Leach, Daughter, Judy Hughes, and Parents, Noah and Ola Mae (Blankenship) Leach.
She...
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