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June Fritts

June Fritts

Sep 29, 2026

Obituary information for June Fritts

June Elizabeth Anderson Fritts was born in 1932 in Sequatchie TN to Ernest F. Anderson and Bertha Higginbotham Anderson. June grew up in Crossville TN where she graduated from Cumberland County High School.

She worked as the church secretary at First Baptist Church in Crossville and at the courthouse. She later was a bookkeeper for a hotel...

David Whitsel

David Whitsel

Sep 28, 2026

David Charles Whitsel, age 62, of Silver Springs, Florida, passed away on September 28, 2026.

David was born in Iowa to the late Chuck and Kay Whitsel. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Tommy Whitsel; his sister, Terry Flathers; his brother-in-law, Thunder, husband of Terry Flathers; and his grandparents, Helen I. and Carl R. Thomas Jr.

David worked...

Michael Anthony Watson

Michael Anthony Watson

Sep 27, 2026

Michael Anthony Watson 

Michael Anthony Watson, age 40, of Chatsworth, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at his residence.

Michael will be known as a hardworking man with a kind heart, a great husband, brother, and uncle. He loved everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Watson and Judy James; grandparents, Ben and Frances Ledford; and Uncle,...

Mary Imogene Wilson

Mary Imogene Wilson

Sep 27, 2026

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Schubert Funeral Home from 12:00-1:00 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 1:00 p.m.  Interment will follow in the Union Cemetery in the Joyner Community. 

Iva “Dee” Gibson

Iva “Dee” Gibson

Sep 26, 2026

In Loving Memory of Iva Deanna "Dee" Gibson

Iva Deanna “Dee” Gibson, 60, of Lancing, Tennessee, was called to be with our Lord September 26, 2026.

Dee was born on May 29, 1966, in Dover, Delaware. In her journey through life she also lived in West Virginia before settling in Morgan County, Tennessee, where she lived for the last 26 years.

Dee dedicated...

Jimmy Lecil Ford

Jimmy Lecil Ford

Sep 24, 2026

Mr. Jimmy Lecil Ford, formerly of Morgan County, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky, having attained the age of 74 years, 11 months, and 18 days. He was born on Sunday, October 7,1951, in Jameston, TN., the son of Floyd & Winnie (Kivett) Ford, grandson of the late Henderson &...

Peggy Newberry

Peggy Newberry

Sep 23, 2026

Mrs. Peggy Basler Newberry, age 87, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23,2026, at her home. She loved spending time with her family and grandkids.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Gertie Basler. One daughter, Lisa Ann Newberry Brewer. Three sisters: Carolyn Sue Basler, Reba Cooper, and Eileen Davis. One brother and one brother-in-law: Franklin Basler...

Brenda Ruth Adams

Brenda Ruth Adams

Sep 21, 2026

Brenda Ruth Adams, age 81, of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away Monday September 21, 2026, at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Brenda loved blue grass music, Elvis, and her church family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Adams; son, Curtis Adams; and her parents, Jason and Bernice Davis.

Brenda is survived by her daughter, Belinda (David)...

Hobert Lynn Phillips

Hobert Lynn Phillips

Sep 19, 2026

Hobert Lynn “Bear” Philips peacefully passed away at his home in Wartburg, TN, on September 19, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of the place he called home. Hobert was born February 7, 1964, at his family homeplace in Briceville, TN. As a child, Hobert attended Rosedale School, where he remained until completing the 8th grade. Hobert spent many days working...

Phyllis Colston

Phyllis Colston

Sep 17, 2026

Phyllis Ann Colston, 74, of Wartburg, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. She was born on February 8, 1952 in Oliver Springs, TN to loving parents, Harold Lloyd Colston and Robbie Jo Colston.

Phyllis graduated in 1970 from Northridge High School in Dayton, Ohio. After graduating, she...

Lawrence "Julio" Valdivia

Lawrence "Julio" Valdivia

Sep 14, 2026

Lawrence “Julio” Valdivia, age 60, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at home Monday, September 14, 2026.

He was an avid Nascar fan with Jeff Gordan as his favorite driver. He was a collector of almost everything but especially Hot Wheels! Recently, he built a mancave to showcase his collection. Also, he was into RC drift cars and enjoyed racing them at...

Rose Aytes

Rose Aytes

Sep 14, 2026

Rose Ann (Jones) Aytes passed away at the age of 78 on Monday, September 14, 2026, after a lingering illness. Rose was born in Oliver Springs, Tennessee on January 4th, 1948, daughter of Garfield and Lena Mae Jones of Coalfield.

She was preceded in death by her husband William David Aytes, a sister Mary Adkins, niece Jessica Martin, brother-in-law George Martin,...

Jennifer Kimbro

Jennifer Kimbro

Sep 13, 2026

Jennifer Kimbro passed away suddenly at Methodist Medical Center on September 13th. She was born on September 21, 1977, in Murray, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Krista Marie Kimbro Rollins; her mother and stepfather, Debra and James Nabors of Wartburg; and her father, Hugh Kimbro of Murray, Kentucky.

Jennifer loved music and especially loved to sing. She enjoyed...

Mary Jo Wilson

Mary Jo Wilson

Sep 12, 2026

Mary Jo Davis Wilson passed away on September 12, 2026. She was born March 18, 1936, in Coalfield, TN.Mary Jo retired from State of Tennessee after 42 years of service. She had a career and a busy home life with her husband and three children. She was a member of First Baptist Church.Mary Jo was preceded in death by her...

Harvey Eugene Ward

Harvey Eugene Ward

Sep 12, 2026

On Saturday afternoon of Sept 12, 2026, Harvey Eugene Ward passed away peacefully at his house. He departed this world for his heavenly home and his last words spoken were THANK YOU JESUS!

A retired coal miner, Eugene loved Jesus, his family and his country. He was a wonderful, Godly example for anyone who was blessed to be part of his...

Danny Hutson

Danny Hutson

Sep 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Danny Lee Hutson

Danny Lee Hutson, 76, of Sunbright, Tennessee, passed away on September 10, 2026.

Danny was a man who rarely sat still for long. He was a true jack of all trades and seemed to have a knack for fixing, building, or figuring out just about anything. If something was broken, Danny was likely the person...

David Allen Smith

David Allen Smith

Sep 9, 2026

David Allen Smith passed on September 9, 2026, at the age of 47, at Island Home Health and Rehab.

David was born on September 10, 1978, to Jerry and Diane Smith. He was a loving father and a wonderful husband who always put his family first. He loved playing video games in his spare time, and his favorite saying was "OH...

Michael Brown "Love of My Life"

Michael Brown "Love of My Life"

Sep 9, 2026

Michael Stephen BrownJuly 13, 1955 – September 9, 2026Michael Stephen Brown, 71, passed away on September 9, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime defined by faith, hard work, devotion, laughter, kindness, and an immeasurable love for his family.Michael was born on July 13, 1955, to Charles and Dorothy Brown. Throughout his life, he was a man deeply rooted in his faith...

Franklin "Junior" Hester

Franklin "Junior" Hester

Sep 9, 2026

Franklin Lee Hester Jr. went home to be with the Lord September 9th, peacefully, at his home with his loving wife of 34 years by his side. He fought a short battle with cancer. Frank loved the Lord and was ready to go to his heavenly home.

He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and Papaw. He had a laugh...

June Fritts

June Fritts

Sep 29, 2026

Obituary information for June Fritts

June Elizabeth Anderson Fritts was born in 1932 in Sequatchie TN to Ernest F. Anderson and Bertha Higginbotham Anderson. June grew up in Crossville TN where she graduated from Cumberland County High School.

She worked as the church secretary at First Baptist Church in Crossville and at the courthouse. She later was a bookkeeper for a hotel...

David Whitsel

David Whitsel

Sep 28, 2026

David Charles Whitsel, age 62, of Silver Springs, Florida, passed away on September 28, 2026.

David was born in Iowa to the late Chuck and Kay Whitsel. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Tommy Whitsel; his sister, Terry Flathers; his brother-in-law, Thunder, husband of Terry Flathers; and his grandparents, Helen I. and Carl R. Thomas Jr.

David worked...

Michael Anthony Watson

Michael Anthony Watson

Sep 27, 2026

Michael Anthony Watson 

Michael Anthony Watson, age 40, of Chatsworth, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at his residence.

Michael will be known as a hardworking man with a kind heart, a great husband, brother, and uncle. He loved everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Watson and Judy James; grandparents, Ben and Frances Ledford; and Uncle,...

Mary Imogene Wilson

Mary Imogene Wilson

Sep 27, 2026

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Schubert Funeral Home from 12:00-1:00 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 1:00 p.m.  Interment will follow in the Union Cemetery in the Joyner Community. 

Iva “Dee” Gibson

Iva “Dee” Gibson

Sep 26, 2026

In Loving Memory of Iva Deanna "Dee" Gibson

Iva Deanna “Dee” Gibson, 60, of Lancing, Tennessee, was called to be with our Lord September 26, 2026.

Dee was born on May 29, 1966, in Dover, Delaware. In her journey through life she also lived in West Virginia before settling in Morgan County, Tennessee, where she lived for the last 26 years.

Dee dedicated...

Jimmy Lecil Ford

Jimmy Lecil Ford

Sep 24, 2026

Mr. Jimmy Lecil Ford, formerly of Morgan County, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky, having attained the age of 74 years, 11 months, and 18 days. He was born on Sunday, October 7,1951, in Jameston, TN., the son of Floyd & Winnie (Kivett) Ford, grandson of the late Henderson &...

Peggy Newberry

Peggy Newberry

Sep 23, 2026

Mrs. Peggy Basler Newberry, age 87, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23,2026, at her home. She loved spending time with her family and grandkids.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Gertie Basler. One daughter, Lisa Ann Newberry Brewer. Three sisters: Carolyn Sue Basler, Reba Cooper, and Eileen Davis. One brother and one brother-in-law: Franklin Basler...

Brenda Ruth Adams

Brenda Ruth Adams

Sep 21, 2026

Brenda Ruth Adams, age 81, of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away Monday September 21, 2026, at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Brenda loved blue grass music, Elvis, and her church family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Adams; son, Curtis Adams; and her parents, Jason and Bernice Davis.

Brenda is survived by her daughter, Belinda (David)...

Hobert Lynn Phillips

Hobert Lynn Phillips

Sep 19, 2026

Hobert Lynn “Bear” Philips peacefully passed away at his home in Wartburg, TN, on September 19, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of the place he called home. Hobert was born February 7, 1964, at his family homeplace in Briceville, TN. As a child, Hobert attended Rosedale School, where he remained until completing the 8th grade. Hobert spent many days working...

Phyllis Colston

Phyllis Colston

Sep 17, 2026

Phyllis Ann Colston, 74, of Wartburg, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. She was born on February 8, 1952 in Oliver Springs, TN to loving parents, Harold Lloyd Colston and Robbie Jo Colston.

Phyllis graduated in 1970 from Northridge High School in Dayton, Ohio. After graduating, she...

Lawrence "Julio" Valdivia

Lawrence "Julio" Valdivia

Sep 14, 2026

Lawrence “Julio” Valdivia, age 60, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at home Monday, September 14, 2026.

He was an avid Nascar fan with Jeff Gordan as his favorite driver. He was a collector of almost everything but especially Hot Wheels! Recently, he built a mancave to showcase his collection. Also, he was into RC drift cars and enjoyed racing them at...

Rose Aytes

Rose Aytes

Sep 14, 2026

Rose Ann (Jones) Aytes passed away at the age of 78 on Monday, September 14, 2026, after a lingering illness. Rose was born in Oliver Springs, Tennessee on January 4th, 1948, daughter of Garfield and Lena Mae Jones of Coalfield.

She was preceded in death by her husband William David Aytes, a sister Mary Adkins, niece Jessica Martin, brother-in-law George Martin,...

Jennifer Kimbro

Jennifer Kimbro

Sep 13, 2026

Jennifer Kimbro passed away suddenly at Methodist Medical Center on September 13th. She was born on September 21, 1977, in Murray, Kentucky.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Krista Marie Kimbro Rollins; her mother and stepfather, Debra and James Nabors of Wartburg; and her father, Hugh Kimbro of Murray, Kentucky.

Jennifer loved music and especially loved to sing. She enjoyed...

Mary Jo Wilson

Mary Jo Wilson

Sep 12, 2026

Mary Jo Davis Wilson passed away on September 12, 2026. She was born March 18, 1936, in Coalfield, TN.Mary Jo retired from State of Tennessee after 42 years of service. She had a career and a busy home life with her husband and three children. She was a member of First Baptist Church.Mary Jo was preceded in death by her...

Harvey Eugene Ward

Harvey Eugene Ward

Sep 12, 2026

On Saturday afternoon of Sept 12, 2026, Harvey Eugene Ward passed away peacefully at his house. He departed this world for his heavenly home and his last words spoken were THANK YOU JESUS!

A retired coal miner, Eugene loved Jesus, his family and his country. He was a wonderful, Godly example for anyone who was blessed to be part of his...

Danny Hutson

Danny Hutson

Sep 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Danny Lee Hutson

Danny Lee Hutson, 76, of Sunbright, Tennessee, passed away on September 10, 2026.

Danny was a man who rarely sat still for long. He was a true jack of all trades and seemed to have a knack for fixing, building, or figuring out just about anything. If something was broken, Danny was likely the person...

David Allen Smith

David Allen Smith

Sep 9, 2026

David Allen Smith passed on September 9, 2026, at the age of 47, at Island Home Health and Rehab.

David was born on September 10, 1978, to Jerry and Diane Smith. He was a loving father and a wonderful husband who always put his family first. He loved playing video games in his spare time, and his favorite saying was "OH...

Michael Brown "Love of My Life"

Michael Brown "Love of My Life"

Sep 9, 2026

Michael Stephen BrownJuly 13, 1955 – September 9, 2026Michael Stephen Brown, 71, passed away on September 9, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime defined by faith, hard work, devotion, laughter, kindness, and an immeasurable love for his family.Michael was born on July 13, 1955, to Charles and Dorothy Brown. Throughout his life, he was a man deeply rooted in his faith...

Franklin "Junior" Hester

Franklin "Junior" Hester

Sep 9, 2026

Franklin Lee Hester Jr. went home to be with the Lord September 9th, peacefully, at his home with his loving wife of 34 years by his side. He fought a short battle with cancer. Frank loved the Lord and was ready to go to his heavenly home.

He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and Papaw. He had a laugh...

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