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Jerry "Grey Dad" Higgs

Jerry "Grey Dad" Higgs

Dec 28, 2024

Jerry Milton Higgs

 

Jerry “Grey Dad” Higgs was born January, 20th 1933 in Toombs County, Georgia. He graduated from Collins High School in Collins, Georgia.

 He was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the US Army, Fort Bragg, North Carolina 1954-1956

From 1963 - 1980, Jerry worked as a Corrections Officer at Reidsville State Prison, Reidsville, Georgia then Brushy Mountain State Prison for...

George "Al" Davidson

George "Al" Davidson

Dec 28, 2024

Mr. George “Al” Davidson, age 73 of Lancing, passed away Saturday December 28, 2024 at his home. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Al enjoyed hunting of all types, especially deer. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Deloris Davidson; and brother, Paul Jean Davidson.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Linda Daugherty...

Eva June Redmon

Eva June Redmon

Dec 23, 2024

Eva June Redmon, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Don Redmon, her daughter-in-law, Judy Redmon, her parents, sister Janie Freels Thompkins, 2 brothers, Lee Roy and Ray Freels. She is survived by her two sons, Lynn (Diana) Redmon, and Johnny Redmon. Grandchildren, Stephen (Brittany), Jozi, Jordan, Brittany, and Isaiah....

William Anderson

William Anderson

Dec 21, 2024

William (Bill) Anderson, age 79 of Coalfield, Tennessee passed from this life on Saturday, December 21, 2024. 

 

Bill was born on February 2, 1945 in Williamsburg, Kentucky to the late Howard Anderson and Amanda King Anderson. He served in the United States Navy.

 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Clemond Anderson, Bob Anderson, James Anderson,...

Timmy Gibson

Timmy Gibson

Dec 20, 2024

Timmy Dewayne Gibson Jr. was born May 31st, 1992 and departed December 20th, 2024. 

Timmy will be remembered fondly by family and friends for his outgoing, loyal personality and his ability to make friends with anyone he’d meet. Timmy loved the Lord, his children, and his many friends and family. 

Timmy was survived by his mother Wanda Slaven, his siblings Tyler Gibson,...

Rita Sue Ashley

Rita Sue Ashley

Dec 20, 2024

Mrs. Rita Sue Bunch Ashley, age 74, of Oak Ridge formerly of Petros, passed away suddenly Friday December 20, 2024, at her home. Sue loved her grandkids and enjoyed watching her grandkids’ ball games.

She is preceded in death by her parents Willie & Mary Bunch; Sister Janie Bunch; Brothers Randal and William Bunch.

 

Rita is survived by her son and daughter-in-law...

Joey Wright

Joey Wright

Dec 20, 2024

 

Joey M. Wright age 42 of Wartburg passed away suddenly in his home on Friday December 20,2024.

 

He is proceeded in death by his grandparents: James and Gladys Wright and Nick Trunzo and Linda Dixen and Special Friends The Gobey Boys Stevie and Jeremy Howard and aunt Gail Lawson.

 

He is survived by his wife Megan Crabtree Wright

Children: Stevie, Lucas, Tyson, Oliver,...

Mary Parrott

Mary Parrott

Dec 19, 2024

Mary Catherine Blackwell Parrott, 78, of Claxton, TN entered her Heavenly home on Thursday December 19, 2024.

 

Mary cherished her role as wife to her husband of nearly 58 years, Ed “Foxie” Parrott. She loved being “Mom” to her daughters Bridget and Christy. She was affectionately referred to as “Ginny” by her grandchildren Cale and Cydney.

 

Mary retired from Oak Ridge City...

Donna Nealon

Donna Nealon

Dec 19, 2024

Donna Nealon, age 53, of Lancing passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024.

 

She is preceded in death by her father Ray Lester Taylor, Jr.; grandparents Ray & Josephine Taylor and Glen & Ruby Bowman; uncles Willard, Randy, Emil Taylor and Don Wadell.

 

She is survived by her mother Glenda Taylor; brother Henry, Michael, and Joe Dan Taylor; 5 nieces and nephews; 6...

Genia Brown

Genia Brown

Dec 16, 2024

Genia Brown, age 60, of Sunbright passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at her home.

She is preceded in death by her parents Clifford and Doris Northrup; granddaughter Riley Paige Evans; mother-in-law Wilma Brown.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years Roger L. Brown, Jr.; son Joshua Brown; daughters Amanda (Brandon) Evans and Hope (Jordan) Hamby; grandchildren Mackenzie Crowley, Bailey,...

Eva Bilbrey

Eva Bilbrey

Dec 16, 2024

Eva (Barnett) Bilbrey, age 90 passed away December 16, 2024. She was born September 27, 1934.

She is preceded in death by her husband Harold Bilbrey whom she married on June 6, 1953; children Jim and Cindy; parents Elmer and Ruby Barnett; brothers Gene, Leon, Harry, Lawrence, Wallace, Russell; sister Traci Addabbo; nephews Jerry, Archie, Ross, and Bobby; niece Gidget Hamby.

She...

Stefanie Smith

Stefanie Smith

Dec 15, 2024

Mary Stefanie “Stef” Smith of Lancing, TN passed away December 15, 2024. She was born February 7, 1965 in Cold Springs, KY.

She is preceded in death by her parents Fritz and Bea Dickhaus.

She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Dale Smith; brother Fred Dickhaus and wife Sandra; sister Elaine Najmola and husband Ed; stepson Nathan Vespie and...

Carlos Stewart

Carlos Stewart

Dec 15, 2024

Carlos Stewart, age 72, of Gobey went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 15, 2024. He was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Gobey. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Garlin and Ellie Stewart; son Ashley Carl Stewart; brothers: Vester and Orman Stewart; sisters: Ann Clark, Nina Veno, Emily Dillard, and Flonnie Moore.

He is...

Junnie Phillips

Junnie Phillips

Dec 14, 2024

Our beloved mother, Junnie Mae Phillips, age 89 went to be with Jesus on December 14, 2024. She left this world peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

She received Jesus as her savior in her teen years. She loved the Lord and was evident in her life.

Our family are still in awe of how both mom and dad were able to...

Trevor Kreis

Trevor Kreis

Dec 13, 2024

Trevor David Kreis age 47, of Deer Lodge TN, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. He was born on February 19, 1977 to Earl and Cathy Kreis. 

He was preceded in death by His father, Earl Kreis. Grandfather, M.C Kreis and Grandmother, Corine Kreis. 

 

Trevor is survived by his wonderful wife of 27 years Angie. 

His children, Tyler (Jordan) Kailey (Zachary) 

Grandchildren: Nevaeh...

Jackie Sweat

Jackie Sweat

Dec 13, 2024

Jackie Wayne Sweat 71, of Harriman went home to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024. Jacke was a devoted spouse, father and grandfather.

He is proceeded in death by his parents Dolphus and Mary Sweat, sisters; Joyce and Wanda, brothers; Taskell and Randall.

He is survived by his spouse Leslie Miles

Sons; Aaron (Laura) Sweat and Shane (Nashua) Sweat.

6 grandchildren; Alexis,...

Mary Bunch

Mary Bunch

Dec 12, 2024

The family will receive friends Monday, December 16, 2024 at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg from 4:00-6:00 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 6:00 p.m., with Bro. Lee Hickman officiating.   Graveside services will be Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Phillips Cemetery in Devonia. 

Tracie Kennedy

Tracie Kennedy

Dec 12, 2024

Tracie Renea Kennedy Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 12, 2024. Born on August 30, 1976, she would have told you that she was 21 with 27 years experience and anyone who knew her would have agreed.

"Big things come in small packages" would be the perfect way to describe Tracie because whether it was...

Jerry "Grey Dad" Higgs

Jerry "Grey Dad" Higgs

Dec 28, 2024

Jerry Milton Higgs

 

Jerry “Grey Dad” Higgs was born January, 20th 1933 in Toombs County, Georgia. He graduated from Collins High School in Collins, Georgia.

 He was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the US Army, Fort Bragg, North Carolina 1954-1956

From 1963 - 1980, Jerry worked as a Corrections Officer at Reidsville State Prison, Reidsville, Georgia then Brushy Mountain State Prison for...

George "Al" Davidson

George "Al" Davidson

Dec 28, 2024

Mr. George “Al” Davidson, age 73 of Lancing, passed away Saturday December 28, 2024 at his home. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Al enjoyed hunting of all types, especially deer. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Deloris Davidson; and brother, Paul Jean Davidson.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Linda Daugherty...

Eva June Redmon

Eva June Redmon

Dec 23, 2024

Eva June Redmon, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Don Redmon, her daughter-in-law, Judy Redmon, her parents, sister Janie Freels Thompkins, 2 brothers, Lee Roy and Ray Freels. She is survived by her two sons, Lynn (Diana) Redmon, and Johnny Redmon. Grandchildren, Stephen (Brittany), Jozi, Jordan, Brittany, and Isaiah....

William Anderson

William Anderson

Dec 21, 2024

William (Bill) Anderson, age 79 of Coalfield, Tennessee passed from this life on Saturday, December 21, 2024. 

 

Bill was born on February 2, 1945 in Williamsburg, Kentucky to the late Howard Anderson and Amanda King Anderson. He served in the United States Navy.

 

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Clemond Anderson, Bob Anderson, James Anderson,...

Timmy Gibson

Timmy Gibson

Dec 20, 2024

Timmy Dewayne Gibson Jr. was born May 31st, 1992 and departed December 20th, 2024. 

Timmy will be remembered fondly by family and friends for his outgoing, loyal personality and his ability to make friends with anyone he’d meet. Timmy loved the Lord, his children, and his many friends and family. 

Timmy was survived by his mother Wanda Slaven, his siblings Tyler Gibson,...

Rita Sue Ashley

Rita Sue Ashley

Dec 20, 2024

Mrs. Rita Sue Bunch Ashley, age 74, of Oak Ridge formerly of Petros, passed away suddenly Friday December 20, 2024, at her home. Sue loved her grandkids and enjoyed watching her grandkids’ ball games.

She is preceded in death by her parents Willie & Mary Bunch; Sister Janie Bunch; Brothers Randal and William Bunch.

 

Rita is survived by her son and daughter-in-law...

Joey Wright

Joey Wright

Dec 20, 2024

 

Joey M. Wright age 42 of Wartburg passed away suddenly in his home on Friday December 20,2024.

 

He is proceeded in death by his grandparents: James and Gladys Wright and Nick Trunzo and Linda Dixen and Special Friends The Gobey Boys Stevie and Jeremy Howard and aunt Gail Lawson.

 

He is survived by his wife Megan Crabtree Wright

Children: Stevie, Lucas, Tyson, Oliver,...

Mary Parrott

Mary Parrott

Dec 19, 2024

Mary Catherine Blackwell Parrott, 78, of Claxton, TN entered her Heavenly home on Thursday December 19, 2024.

 

Mary cherished her role as wife to her husband of nearly 58 years, Ed “Foxie” Parrott. She loved being “Mom” to her daughters Bridget and Christy. She was affectionately referred to as “Ginny” by her grandchildren Cale and Cydney.

 

Mary retired from Oak Ridge City...

Donna Nealon

Donna Nealon

Dec 19, 2024

Donna Nealon, age 53, of Lancing passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024.

 

She is preceded in death by her father Ray Lester Taylor, Jr.; grandparents Ray & Josephine Taylor and Glen & Ruby Bowman; uncles Willard, Randy, Emil Taylor and Don Wadell.

 

She is survived by her mother Glenda Taylor; brother Henry, Michael, and Joe Dan Taylor; 5 nieces and nephews; 6...

Genia Brown

Genia Brown

Dec 16, 2024

Genia Brown, age 60, of Sunbright passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at her home.

She is preceded in death by her parents Clifford and Doris Northrup; granddaughter Riley Paige Evans; mother-in-law Wilma Brown.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years Roger L. Brown, Jr.; son Joshua Brown; daughters Amanda (Brandon) Evans and Hope (Jordan) Hamby; grandchildren Mackenzie Crowley, Bailey,...

Eva Bilbrey

Eva Bilbrey

Dec 16, 2024

Eva (Barnett) Bilbrey, age 90 passed away December 16, 2024. She was born September 27, 1934.

She is preceded in death by her husband Harold Bilbrey whom she married on June 6, 1953; children Jim and Cindy; parents Elmer and Ruby Barnett; brothers Gene, Leon, Harry, Lawrence, Wallace, Russell; sister Traci Addabbo; nephews Jerry, Archie, Ross, and Bobby; niece Gidget Hamby.

She...

Stefanie Smith

Stefanie Smith

Dec 15, 2024

Mary Stefanie “Stef” Smith of Lancing, TN passed away December 15, 2024. She was born February 7, 1965 in Cold Springs, KY.

She is preceded in death by her parents Fritz and Bea Dickhaus.

She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Dale Smith; brother Fred Dickhaus and wife Sandra; sister Elaine Najmola and husband Ed; stepson Nathan Vespie and...

Carlos Stewart

Carlos Stewart

Dec 15, 2024

Carlos Stewart, age 72, of Gobey went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 15, 2024. He was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Gobey. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Garlin and Ellie Stewart; son Ashley Carl Stewart; brothers: Vester and Orman Stewart; sisters: Ann Clark, Nina Veno, Emily Dillard, and Flonnie Moore.

He is...

Junnie Phillips

Junnie Phillips

Dec 14, 2024

Our beloved mother, Junnie Mae Phillips, age 89 went to be with Jesus on December 14, 2024. She left this world peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

She received Jesus as her savior in her teen years. She loved the Lord and was evident in her life.

Our family are still in awe of how both mom and dad were able to...

Trevor Kreis

Trevor Kreis

Dec 13, 2024

Trevor David Kreis age 47, of Deer Lodge TN, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. He was born on February 19, 1977 to Earl and Cathy Kreis. 

He was preceded in death by His father, Earl Kreis. Grandfather, M.C Kreis and Grandmother, Corine Kreis. 

 

Trevor is survived by his wonderful wife of 27 years Angie. 

His children, Tyler (Jordan) Kailey (Zachary) 

Grandchildren: Nevaeh...

Jackie Sweat

Jackie Sweat

Dec 13, 2024

Jackie Wayne Sweat 71, of Harriman went home to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024. Jacke was a devoted spouse, father and grandfather.

He is proceeded in death by his parents Dolphus and Mary Sweat, sisters; Joyce and Wanda, brothers; Taskell and Randall.

He is survived by his spouse Leslie Miles

Sons; Aaron (Laura) Sweat and Shane (Nashua) Sweat.

6 grandchildren; Alexis,...

Mary Bunch

Mary Bunch

Dec 12, 2024

The family will receive friends Monday, December 16, 2024 at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg from 4:00-6:00 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 6:00 p.m., with Bro. Lee Hickman officiating.   Graveside services will be Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Phillips Cemetery in Devonia. 

Tracie Kennedy

Tracie Kennedy

Dec 12, 2024

Tracie Renea Kennedy Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 12, 2024. Born on August 30, 1976, she would have told you that she was 21 with 27 years experience and anyone who knew her would have agreed.

"Big things come in small packages" would be the perfect way to describe Tracie because whether it was...

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