Obituaries

LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


Glen E. Goins

Glen E. Goins

Jul 7, 2024

Mr. Glen E. Goins, age 89 of LaFollette, TN passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was a member of Forks Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his Parents, Thurman and Cleda Goins, Sister, Janet Overton, Special Cousins, Boyd and Everette Goins, and other family. 

 

Survivors: Son, Larry Goins and wife, Cathy; Significant Other and Caregiver, Debbie Sweat; 4 Grandchildren;...

Elizabeth Anne "Liz" Andrews

Elizabeth Anne "Liz" Andrews

Jul 1, 2024

Mrs. Elizabeth Anne “Liz” Andrews, age 61, of LaFollette passed away Monday, July 1, 2024. Liz enjoyed collecting antiques, thrift shopping, helping people, and dearly loved her dog, Lacey. She is preceded in death by Parents, Edward and Arkanna (Lamb) Hodge, Sister, Rosemary Hodge Frazier, and Brother, Billy Hodge. 

 

 She is survived by her Son, Luke Hodge; her Daughters, Amanda Andrews...

Mildred Humphrey

Mildred Humphrey

Jul 1, 2024

Mrs. Mildred Mae (Williams) Humphrey passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024. She was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church. Mildred took the time to enjoy the simple things of life like sitting on the porch, drinking coffee, birdwatching, especially hummingbirds, tending to her flower garden, and dearly loved her animals, Sadie, Tiger, and Tabby. Her greatest joy was...

Shirley Miller Peel

Shirley Miller Peel

Jun 27, 2024

Mrs. Shirley Miller Peel, age 85 of LaFollette, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family near on Thursday, June 27th, 2024. Shirley was a member of New Horizon Baptist Church and most recently attended Cedar Hill Baptist Church. She was a retired teacher and counselor who was loved by all of her students. Shirley was a loving...

Ruby N. Parker

Ruby N. Parker

Jun 26, 2024

Ruby N. Parker, resident of Sylvania, OH, passed away on June 26, 2024 at age 94. Born January 12, 1930 in LaFollette, TN. Ruby was known for her dedication to her family. She spent many years raising her sons and took great pride in them and her family that continued to grow over the years. She was the rock of...

John Henry Owens

John Henry Owens

Jun 26, 2024

Mr. John Henry Owens, age 73 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024. He attended White Oak Church of God and loved fishing, motorcycle riding, boating, camping, playing the part of Santa Clause, and spending time with his Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Parents, Eldredge and Bessie (Prater) Owens; Brother, Terry Owens. 

 

Survivors: Son, John David Owens and wife, Renee;...

Garry R. Goins

Garry R. Goins

Jun 26, 2024

Mr. Garry R. Goins, age 67 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024. He was a member of LaFollette Church of God, and enjoyed fishing, loved playing music with his guitar, and his little dog, Henry. Preceded in death by Son, Garry White, Daughter, Brittany White, Mother of their Children, Tonya White, Parents, Burrentte Goins and Odessa Mae (Jones)...

Lois June Goins

Lois June Goins

Jun 23, 2024

Mrs. Lois June Goins, age 71 of Jacksboro passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. She was formerly employed with Imperial Reading and Camel Manufacturing until her retirement. She also dearly loved her cats, and being with her Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Parents, Wade and Ruby Herron, Brother, Jimmy Herron, and Sister, Marsha Herron. 

She is survived by her Sons,...

Michael "Pike" D. Yoakum

Michael "Pike" D. Yoakum

Jun 22, 2024

Michael “Pike” D. Yoakum of LaFollette TN joined the party in the sky June 22, 2024 surrounded by family and friends. Michael was born Feb. 18, 1965, to Carl Yoakum and Minnie (Robinson) Lockmiller. He was raised in Monroe MI by his loving parents Minnie and Thomas Lockmiller. Pike met his better half & love of his life Sheila (Bunting)...

Steven Terry, Sr.

Steven Terry, Sr.

Jun 22, 2024

Mr. Steven Terry, Sr., age 68 of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, June 22,2024. Steven enjoyed camping, playing cards with his buddies, watching western movies and TV shows, but most of all, he found his greatest joy riding motorcycles with his son, Steven, Jr. He is preceded in death by parents, John and Nadine (Hicks) Terry, his brother, Richard Terry, and...

David Draughn

David Draughn

Jun 20, 2024

Mr. David Draughn, age 56 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024. He was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church and was employed with Mike Kilby Trucking, where he was a very hard worker and loved his career as a long distance truck driver. David had a heart of gold and was very much a family man. He deeply...

Martha (Dial) Bolinger Witt

Martha (Dial) Bolinger Witt

Jun 17, 2024

Mrs. Martha (Dial) Bolinger Witt, age 95 of LaFollette entered into eternity with her Savior on Monday, June 17, 2024. She was a longtime and faithful member of First Baptist Church of LaFollette, and was also a member of Order of the Eastern Star. She is preceded in death by first husband, M.P. Bolinger, and second husband, Damon Witt, her...

Katherine Ledford

Katherine Ledford

Jun 16, 2024

Mrs. Katherine Ledford, age 70, of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. She was of the Baptist Faith, and was a great Mother. She was full of life and enjoyed fishing, camping, going on road trips with family, and was a giver to help the Community. Preceded in death by Son, George David Ledford, Parents, Fred and Magaline Chadwell...

Lisa L. Rolston

Lisa L. Rolston

Jun 13, 2024

Mrs. Lisa L. Rolston, age 64, of Caryville passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024. Lisa loved and adored her sons and grandchildren. She also enjoyed the outdoors, fishing when able, and deer hunting. She enjoyed many trips with her Cousin, Kathy Owens. Preceded in death by Son, Timothy Baird, Parents, Luther and Sarah McCulley Rolston, Aunt, Wilma Wallace and Uncle...

Drucilla J. Huddleston

Drucilla J. Huddleston

Jun 11, 2024

Mrs. Drucilla J. Huddleston, age 92 of Dearborn, MI died peacefully on June 11, 2024.. She was cherished by so many family, friends and caregivers. Drucilla enjoyed the simple things in life like a good cup of coffee or a big piece of chocolate. She also loved flowers & plants, playing cards and getting her hair done at the village...

Margie Monday Ford

Margie Monday Ford

Jun 1, 2024

Mrs. Margie Monday Ford of Speedwell, TN passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. Margie will be forever missed, but she lived a full and happy life devoted to the things that mattered most to her - her family and her faith. Her family finds peace in knowing that she rests now with Jesus.

Daughter of Harrison and Pearl Leach and sister...

Linda Jo Gossage Irwin

Linda Jo Gossage Irwin

May 28, 2024

Mrs. Linda Jo (Gossage) Irwin, age 77 of LaFollette, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.  She was of the Baptist Faith, was a Graduate of LaFollette High School, Class of 1965, attended Knoxville Business College, and worked as Office Manager for the State of Tennessee Community Services Agency.  Linda deeply loved her community, and was very passionate about her...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Ball

Jacqueline "Jackie" Ball

May 28, 2024

Mrs. Jacqueline Ball, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.  Affectionally known as “Jackie”, she was originally from Matewan, WV, where her and her husband, Bill began their mining supply business, BWB of West Virginia.  In 1977, they moved to LaFollette to begin BWB of Tennessee, also known as LaFollette Mine Supply, where she worked alongside...

Steven and Samantha Rose

Steven and Samantha Rose

May 27, 2024

Mr. and Mrs. Steven and Samantha Rose, loving Husband and Wife, passed away just one day apart on Monday, May 27 and Tuesday, May 28,2024. They were married in September 2003, and for nearly 21 years made their lives together.  

Steven is preceded in death by son, Wesley Rose, mother, Jewel (Lay) Rose, brothers, Albert Rose and Charles “Toe” Rose....

Mildred Smiddy

Mildred Smiddy

May 17, 2024

Mrs. Mildred Louise (Rookard) Smiddy, affectionately known as “Granny Bid”, age 87 went to her Heavenly Home on Friday, May 17, 2024 surrounded by her dearest loved ones.   Mildred was a member of Lick Creek Pentecostal Church and enjoyed sharing about her Lord and Savior for many years singing with the Gospel Crusaders for over 30 years.  She was...