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In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Johnny "Russell" Brock of Sunbright
May 18, 2023
Johnny “Russell” Brock age 71 of Sunbright got his Heavenly wings on May 18, 2023. Russell loved the Lord and served him Faithfully for 51 years. He was a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher.
He was preceded in death by his mother and dad Ollie and Ion Brock. Father and mother-in-law George and Marjorie Davis. Brother Sam Brock...
Thelma Thomas of Wartburg
May 14, 2023
Thelma Hamby Thomas, age 101, went home to be with the Lord May 14, 2023. She was born October 1, 1921, to the late Sylvester and Bertha Griffith Hamby.
She is preceded in death by her parents Sylvester and Bertha Hamby; husband Donald W. Thomas; daughter Debra Nabors; siblings Halard Hamby, Geneva Hamby, Herman Hamby, Harlan Hamby, Marie (Hamby)...
Roy Hamby, of Lancing
May 8, 2023
Roy Hamby, age 81, of Lancing passed away May 8, 2023, at his home.
Roy loved watching and feeding his birds every day. He loved sitting on his porch reading and he loved eating at the Mexican restaurant. He will be missed by his neighbors who looked out for him.
He is preceded in death by his parents Albert...
Marjorie Brennan, of Knoxville, TN
May 6, 2023
Marjorie (Marge) Grace Leak Brennan, born May 8, 1928, passed away peacefully at LifeCare Center of Morgan County in Wartburg Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Marge was born in Lamar, Mississippi, and was the oldest of 5 children born to Kenneth & Nina Leak. As a young girl, she went to live with her Uncle Joe & Aunt...
Layton Rainey, of Petros, TN
May 5, 2023
Devin Layton Jerome (Duncan) Raniey, age 43 of Petros went with the Good Lord on Friday May 5, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leighton & Jessie Raniey and George & Mauline Morgan. Parents Raymond Raniey and Mable Duncan, Wife Natasha Lynn Brown Duncan, nephew Willis Lee McMahan.
He is survived by his Daughter: Delila Lynn...
Donald Whaley, of Wartburg
May 3, 2023
Mr. Donald Whaley, age 85 of Wartburg passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Donald was a life long member of Liberty Baptist Church in Wartburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents Frank & Madge Whaley; brother James (Mickey) Whaley of Wartburg.
He is survived by his wife Joyce Whaley; daughter Freida (Jerome) Rogers; sons Donald Jr....
Janice Sugrue of Deer Lodge, TN
Apr 29, 2023
The family is honoring Janice's wishes to be cremated. No services are scheduled at this time.
Melissa Gail Williams of Deer Lodge
Apr 28, 2023
Melissa Gail Williams of Deer Lodge, TN., age 53 passed away April 28, 2023. She was born April 26, 1970.
She is preceded in death by her mother Carol Ann Williams; grandparents James and Vivian Brown and Sam and Edith Williams.
She is survived by her daughter Vivian Kaitlyn Wall; father Dwight Williams; special person to her, Calvin...
Christina Monroe, of Wartburg
Apr 28, 2023
Christina Ellen Monroe, 55, daughter of Gil and Marta Monroe, entered the kingdom of heaven on Friday April 28, 2023. Christina is survived by both her parents, three sons: Christian and Austin Melson and Braden Gibbins, two daughters-in-law Whitney and Emma Melson, her brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Jennifer Monroe, and nephew and niece Isaac and Ella Monroe.
Foundationally, Christina...
Juanita Armes, of Flat Fork
Apr 26, 2023
Juanita Shannon Armes, born on April 9, 1930 (93), went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2023, at her daughter Janet’s home on Flat Fork Road while surrounded by family. Juanita was a founding and very faithful active member of the Star of Hope Chapel.
Juanita is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, William...
Louis Basler, of Wartburg
Apr 25, 2023
February 11, 1933 – April 25, 2023
James “Louis” Basler, age 90 of Wartburg, TN passed away peacefully April 25, 2023 at Parkwest Medical Center with family by his side.
Louis was born on his family farm in the Joyner Community of Morgan County on February 11, 1933 where he lived almost his entire life. He was a lifelong...
Andy Byrge, of Lancing
Apr 25, 2023
Andy Roger Byrge, age 47 of Lancing, TN. passed away suddenly on April 25, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Ezra Byrge; mother Hazel Byrge; brothers Ricky and Jason Byrge and sister Della Bell.
Andy leaves behind his sister Margie Hughes of Harriman; brother Herbert Byrge of Lancing and a host of nieces, nephews and extended...
Jane Covell, of Sunbright
Apr 24, 2023
Benita “Jane’ Covell of Grimsley, formerly of Sunbright, passed away April 24, 2023 following a brief illness. Jane was born September 17, 1954.
She is preceded in death by her father A.D. Kelly and her precious love Robert “Bob” Covell.
She is survived by her mother Roberta “June” Kelly; son Adrian Covell and girlfriend Keala Nabors; sister Betty Kelly...
Brenda Chaney
Apr 22, 2023
Brenda Gail York Chaney, age 70 of Oak Ridge passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She is preceded in death by her sons Danny Wayne, Lloyd, and Butch Gulley; mother Gertrude Moore; father Sherman York; brothers Eddie York, Tony Brown; grandmother and grandfather Florence & Joe Brown; great grandson Zander Gulley.
...
Wendell "Bud" Freytag
Apr 22, 2023
A faithful loyal man of God, Wendell “Buddy”Freytag went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 22, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. He was born on January 23, 1958 to loving parents, Gene and Jane Freytag and dedicated his life to his family, friends and coworkers. Buddy made friends his whole life and was there for...
Billy White, Jr. of Wartburg
Apr 20, 2023
William “Billy” Thurman White, Jr., age 46 from Wartburg passed away April 20, 2023, at his home. Billy was born January 9, 1977, to Sally and John Rhea and Bill and Mary Jane White.
He is survived by his parents; stepsisters Andrea Reyes and Tina Napier; stepbrother Kevin Rhea.
Billy enjoyed life and a good party with family,...
Kevin Walker, of Chestnut Ridge
Apr 19, 2023
John Kevin Walker, age 65 of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga after a long battle with cancer and then most recently suffered a stroke. He is preceded in death by his Father: John Frank Walker.
John is survived by his Son: Jerry Walker of Chestnut RidgeMother: Odalene...
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes , formerly of Oakdale
Apr 19, 2023
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes, age 98 of Dearborn, MI, formerly of Oakdale, TN passed away on Wednesday April 19, 2023. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband: James K. Armes, Parents: Roy and Bertha Stringfield, Sisters: Nellie McCoy, Betty Armes, and Nancy Knight, Brothers: Carl Stringfield, Vivian Stringfield, Roy Stringfield, Jr. and Vanius Stringfield.
Surviving is her...
Johnny "Russell" Brock of Sunbright
May 18, 2023
Johnny “Russell” Brock age 71 of Sunbright got his Heavenly wings on May 18, 2023. Russell loved the Lord and served him Faithfully for 51 years. He was a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher.
He was preceded in death by his mother and dad Ollie and Ion Brock. Father and mother-in-law George and Marjorie Davis. Brother Sam Brock...
Thelma Thomas of Wartburg
May 14, 2023
Thelma Hamby Thomas, age 101, went home to be with the Lord May 14, 2023. She was born October 1, 1921, to the late Sylvester and Bertha Griffith Hamby.
She is preceded in death by her parents Sylvester and Bertha Hamby; husband Donald W. Thomas; daughter Debra Nabors; siblings Halard Hamby, Geneva Hamby, Herman Hamby, Harlan Hamby, Marie (Hamby)...
Roy Hamby, of Lancing
May 8, 2023
Roy Hamby, age 81, of Lancing passed away May 8, 2023, at his home.
Roy loved watching and feeding his birds every day. He loved sitting on his porch reading and he loved eating at the Mexican restaurant. He will be missed by his neighbors who looked out for him.
He is preceded in death by his parents Albert...
Marjorie Brennan, of Knoxville, TN
May 6, 2023
Marjorie (Marge) Grace Leak Brennan, born May 8, 1928, passed away peacefully at LifeCare Center of Morgan County in Wartburg Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Marge was born in Lamar, Mississippi, and was the oldest of 5 children born to Kenneth & Nina Leak. As a young girl, she went to live with her Uncle Joe & Aunt...
Layton Rainey, of Petros, TN
May 5, 2023
Devin Layton Jerome (Duncan) Raniey, age 43 of Petros went with the Good Lord on Friday May 5, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leighton & Jessie Raniey and George & Mauline Morgan. Parents Raymond Raniey and Mable Duncan, Wife Natasha Lynn Brown Duncan, nephew Willis Lee McMahan.
He is survived by his Daughter: Delila Lynn...
Donald Whaley, of Wartburg
May 3, 2023
Mr. Donald Whaley, age 85 of Wartburg passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Donald was a life long member of Liberty Baptist Church in Wartburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents Frank & Madge Whaley; brother James (Mickey) Whaley of Wartburg.
He is survived by his wife Joyce Whaley; daughter Freida (Jerome) Rogers; sons Donald Jr....
Janice Sugrue of Deer Lodge, TN
Apr 29, 2023
The family is honoring Janice's wishes to be cremated. No services are scheduled at this time.
Melissa Gail Williams of Deer Lodge
Apr 28, 2023
Melissa Gail Williams of Deer Lodge, TN., age 53 passed away April 28, 2023. She was born April 26, 1970.
She is preceded in death by her mother Carol Ann Williams; grandparents James and Vivian Brown and Sam and Edith Williams.
She is survived by her daughter Vivian Kaitlyn Wall; father Dwight Williams; special person to her, Calvin...
Christina Monroe, of Wartburg
Apr 28, 2023
Christina Ellen Monroe, 55, daughter of Gil and Marta Monroe, entered the kingdom of heaven on Friday April 28, 2023. Christina is survived by both her parents, three sons: Christian and Austin Melson and Braden Gibbins, two daughters-in-law Whitney and Emma Melson, her brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Jennifer Monroe, and nephew and niece Isaac and Ella Monroe.
Foundationally, Christina...
Juanita Armes, of Flat Fork
Apr 26, 2023
Juanita Shannon Armes, born on April 9, 1930 (93), went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2023, at her daughter Janet’s home on Flat Fork Road while surrounded by family. Juanita was a founding and very faithful active member of the Star of Hope Chapel.
Juanita is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, William...
Louis Basler, of Wartburg
Apr 25, 2023
February 11, 1933 – April 25, 2023
James “Louis” Basler, age 90 of Wartburg, TN passed away peacefully April 25, 2023 at Parkwest Medical Center with family by his side.
Louis was born on his family farm in the Joyner Community of Morgan County on February 11, 1933 where he lived almost his entire life. He was a lifelong...
Andy Byrge, of Lancing
Apr 25, 2023
Andy Roger Byrge, age 47 of Lancing, TN. passed away suddenly on April 25, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Ezra Byrge; mother Hazel Byrge; brothers Ricky and Jason Byrge and sister Della Bell.
Andy leaves behind his sister Margie Hughes of Harriman; brother Herbert Byrge of Lancing and a host of nieces, nephews and extended...
Jane Covell, of Sunbright
Apr 24, 2023
Benita “Jane’ Covell of Grimsley, formerly of Sunbright, passed away April 24, 2023 following a brief illness. Jane was born September 17, 1954.
She is preceded in death by her father A.D. Kelly and her precious love Robert “Bob” Covell.
She is survived by her mother Roberta “June” Kelly; son Adrian Covell and girlfriend Keala Nabors; sister Betty Kelly...
Brenda Chaney
Apr 22, 2023
Brenda Gail York Chaney, age 70 of Oak Ridge passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She is preceded in death by her sons Danny Wayne, Lloyd, and Butch Gulley; mother Gertrude Moore; father Sherman York; brothers Eddie York, Tony Brown; grandmother and grandfather Florence & Joe Brown; great grandson Zander Gulley.
...
Wendell "Bud" Freytag
Apr 22, 2023
A faithful loyal man of God, Wendell “Buddy”Freytag went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 22, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. He was born on January 23, 1958 to loving parents, Gene and Jane Freytag and dedicated his life to his family, friends and coworkers. Buddy made friends his whole life and was there for...
Billy White, Jr. of Wartburg
Apr 20, 2023
William “Billy” Thurman White, Jr., age 46 from Wartburg passed away April 20, 2023, at his home. Billy was born January 9, 1977, to Sally and John Rhea and Bill and Mary Jane White.
He is survived by his parents; stepsisters Andrea Reyes and Tina Napier; stepbrother Kevin Rhea.
Billy enjoyed life and a good party with family,...
Kevin Walker, of Chestnut Ridge
Apr 19, 2023
John Kevin Walker, age 65 of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga after a long battle with cancer and then most recently suffered a stroke. He is preceded in death by his Father: John Frank Walker.
John is survived by his Son: Jerry Walker of Chestnut RidgeMother: Odalene...
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes , formerly of Oakdale
Apr 19, 2023
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes, age 98 of Dearborn, MI, formerly of Oakdale, TN passed away on Wednesday April 19, 2023. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband: James K. Armes, Parents: Roy and Bertha Stringfield, Sisters: Nellie McCoy, Betty Armes, and Nancy Knight, Brothers: Carl Stringfield, Vivian Stringfield, Roy Stringfield, Jr. and Vanius Stringfield.
Surviving is her...
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