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Leonard L. Howard of Deer Lodge, TN
Dec 30, 2017
Leonard Lee Howard 77, passed away December 30, 2017 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Myrtle Howard; brother, Byrl W. Howard.
He is survived by his brother, Johnny (Virginia) Howard; aunt, Addie Jones of Cincinnati, OH. and a host of nieces,...
Rhett Clayton Richardson of Stephens Community, TN
Dec 30, 2017
Our sweet sweet Rhett Clayton Richardson was freed from all pain at 2:19 on December 30, 2017 and earned his wings and is the strongest little boy we know.
He is preceded in death by his great grandparents, Beula and Mack Higgins and Clayton and Faye Human.
He is survived by his parents, Jessie and Phillip...
Ken Watkins, of Oliver Springs, TN
Dec 29, 2017
Kenny Watkins 55 of Oliver Springs, TN passed away December 29, 2017 at his home.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Edwards and George Watkins and sister, Kim Renfro.
He is survived by his brother, Keith Watkins; uncle, Lawrence Seiber and a host of nieces, nephews and special friends.
The...
Donovan Reed VanNorstran of Wartburg, TN
Dec 29, 2017
Donovan Reed VanNorstran was called by Jesus on December 29, 2017. The light he brought to everyone's life that ever crossed his path can never be replaced. He lived like his love in music, carefree, by his heart, loved, on the move , and loud. When he's not walking laps, riding the rhino in the woods, eating his favorite snack...
Thelma Yarbrough of Oakdale, TN
Dec 28, 2017
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Thelma Francis Yarbrough of Oakdale Tennessee. Thelma was born June 7, 1953 and is survived by 4 sons and their spouses. Michael & Judy Yarbrough, Albert & Jennifer Yarbrough, Wendell Gillis and Waylon & Beverly Gillis, along with 3 Grandchildren Caleb & Briana Yarbrough and Andrew Gillis....
Otto Morgan, Jr. of Lancing, TN
Dec 27, 2017
Otto Morgan Jr., at approximately 1:15 a.m. on December 27, 2017 hopped on the Jesus bus, left the station and arrived joyously at Heaven’s gate.
He was a lifelong resident of the Lancing community. During his life he served 4 years in the Air Force and worked 30 ½ years in Oak Ridge. Also, during...
Hazel B. Wicks of Lancing, TN
Dec 25, 2017
Mrs. Hazel Bernice Wicks, 95 passed away Monday, December 25, 2017. She was the oldest member of Annadell Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Amos Wicks; 2 daughters, Betty Garrett and Lula Garrett; son, David Wicks and 2 great grandsons.
She is survived by her 3 daughters, Mary (Grady)...
William Werner of Lancing, TN
Dec 25, 2017
The family will be having a private memorial at a later time.
Roy Liles of Petros, TN
Dec 22, 2017
Roy E. Liles went to be with Jesus December 22, 2017 at the age of 87.
A Korean War Veteran, Mr. Liles was drafted into the Army and achieved the rank of Corporal. Upon discharge, he went to work at Union Carbide, retiring after 39 years. During that retirement, Roy played an integral part of the building...
Cora Morgan of Sunbright, TN
Dec 19, 2017
Cora Lee Morgan, 81, of Deer Lodge, Tn. passed away December 19, 2017 at Park West Hospital.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Houston and Erva Carroll and brother, Orville Carroll.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, J.P. (Omer) Morgan; children, Joyce Spurling of Radcliff, KY., J.P Morgan, Jr. of...
Cora (Carrie) L. Sexton of Wartburg, TN
Dec 17, 2017
Cora (Carrie) Sexton age 92, born May 25, 1925 of Wartburg, TN went to her heavenly home on December 17, 2017. She was saved at a very young age. And was of the Baptist Faith. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Lorenzo Lee Sexton, her Father and Mother Arlin and Vela Sexton, Sister; Winnie...
Gloria Rowland, of Jamestown, TN
Dec 12, 2017
The family will be having a memorial service at a later date.
Shirley Phillips of Robbins, TN
Dec 11, 2017
Shirley Fay Phillips, age 65, of the Glenmary community in Scott county passed away December 11, 2017.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mac and Delphie Woodard; three brothers: Ray, Charles, and James and sister, Betty.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Dean Phillips; son, Larry Phillips and wife Tina;...
Betty J. Langley of Oakdale,TN
Dec 11, 2017
Betty Jo Langley of Oakdale, Tn. passed away Monday, December 11, 2017 at the Harriman Care and Rehab.
She was a lifelong member of Piney Baptist Church and had a special love for her church family and pastor.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Edgar and Dora Eble...
Alice Scott Melton of Wartburg, TN
Dec 9, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of Alice Scott Melton, age 89, announces her passing on December 9, 2017. Alice was a faithful and devoted servant of God. She was a lifelong member and pianist for the Presbyterian churches in Wartburg and Lancing.
Alice’s love for learning helped to shape many young minds...
Darlene V. Norris Of Lancing, TN
Dec 8, 2017
Mrs. Darlene V. Norris age 82 of Lancing, passed away on Friday, December 08, 2017 at the Life Care Center of Morgan County. She was of the Presbyterian Faith. She was preceded in death by her parents; Earl and Nellie Langley Freels, husband Edward Norris, 2 infant children, 3 brothers; Russell Freels, Lloyd Freels, and Earl Freels, 1 Sister...
Larry Landrum of Lancing, TN
Dec 8, 2017
Larry Lee Landrum, born March 8, 1960, passed away Friday December 8, 2017. Larry was the oldest son of Harry and June Landrum.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda Landrum; parents, Harry and June Landrum; and sisters: Eva June West, Gail Swint, and Mary Ellen Wright.
He is survived by his...
Frank Close, of Kingston, TN
Dec 5, 2017
Frank Robbins Close, 79, of Kingston Tennessee gained his Victory in Jesus on December 5, 2017.
He was preceded in death by his parents Harry Gibson Close and Gladys Hannah Robbins Close; brother Harry Gerald Close; 2 sisters Gloria Harriet Nelson and Gladys Margaret Shimel.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Patricia...
Bruce Greene, of Wartburg, TN
Dec 4, 2017
Mr. Bruce Love Greene JR. age 83, passed away after a lengthy battle with lung cancer on December 4, 2017. He was born on February 11, 1934 in Morgan County.
He was preceded in death by his parents Bruce L. Greene Sr. and Mary Schubert Greene; Granddaughter Melinda Greene; Brother in Law, Junior Hamby.
Survived...
Macel G. Phillips of Wartburg, TN
Dec 3, 2017
Macel Phillips age 98, passed away December 3, 2017. She was born September 22, 1919. She was a faithful member and supporter of Liberty Baptist Church and was sad when she was no longer able to attend.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Jesse; daughter, Carolyn Jones; parents, Joel and...
Leonard L. Howard of Deer Lodge, TN
Dec 30, 2017
Leonard Lee Howard 77, passed away December 30, 2017 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Myrtle Howard; brother, Byrl W. Howard.
He is survived by his brother, Johnny (Virginia) Howard; aunt, Addie Jones of Cincinnati, OH. and a host of nieces,...
Rhett Clayton Richardson of Stephens Community, TN
Dec 30, 2017
Our sweet sweet Rhett Clayton Richardson was freed from all pain at 2:19 on December 30, 2017 and earned his wings and is the strongest little boy we know.
He is preceded in death by his great grandparents, Beula and Mack Higgins and Clayton and Faye Human.
He is survived by his parents, Jessie and Phillip...
Ken Watkins, of Oliver Springs, TN
Dec 29, 2017
Kenny Watkins 55 of Oliver Springs, TN passed away December 29, 2017 at his home.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Edwards and George Watkins and sister, Kim Renfro.
He is survived by his brother, Keith Watkins; uncle, Lawrence Seiber and a host of nieces, nephews and special friends.
The...
Donovan Reed VanNorstran of Wartburg, TN
Dec 29, 2017
Donovan Reed VanNorstran was called by Jesus on December 29, 2017. The light he brought to everyone's life that ever crossed his path can never be replaced. He lived like his love in music, carefree, by his heart, loved, on the move , and loud. When he's not walking laps, riding the rhino in the woods, eating his favorite snack...
Thelma Yarbrough of Oakdale, TN
Dec 28, 2017
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Thelma Francis Yarbrough of Oakdale Tennessee. Thelma was born June 7, 1953 and is survived by 4 sons and their spouses. Michael & Judy Yarbrough, Albert & Jennifer Yarbrough, Wendell Gillis and Waylon & Beverly Gillis, along with 3 Grandchildren Caleb & Briana Yarbrough and Andrew Gillis....
Otto Morgan, Jr. of Lancing, TN
Dec 27, 2017
Otto Morgan Jr., at approximately 1:15 a.m. on December 27, 2017 hopped on the Jesus bus, left the station and arrived joyously at Heaven’s gate.
He was a lifelong resident of the Lancing community. During his life he served 4 years in the Air Force and worked 30 ½ years in Oak Ridge. Also, during...
Hazel B. Wicks of Lancing, TN
Dec 25, 2017
Mrs. Hazel Bernice Wicks, 95 passed away Monday, December 25, 2017. She was the oldest member of Annadell Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Amos Wicks; 2 daughters, Betty Garrett and Lula Garrett; son, David Wicks and 2 great grandsons.
She is survived by her 3 daughters, Mary (Grady)...
William Werner of Lancing, TN
Dec 25, 2017
The family will be having a private memorial at a later time.
Roy Liles of Petros, TN
Dec 22, 2017
Roy E. Liles went to be with Jesus December 22, 2017 at the age of 87.
A Korean War Veteran, Mr. Liles was drafted into the Army and achieved the rank of Corporal. Upon discharge, he went to work at Union Carbide, retiring after 39 years. During that retirement, Roy played an integral part of the building...
Cora Morgan of Sunbright, TN
Dec 19, 2017
Cora Lee Morgan, 81, of Deer Lodge, Tn. passed away December 19, 2017 at Park West Hospital.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Houston and Erva Carroll and brother, Orville Carroll.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, J.P. (Omer) Morgan; children, Joyce Spurling of Radcliff, KY., J.P Morgan, Jr. of...
Cora (Carrie) L. Sexton of Wartburg, TN
Dec 17, 2017
Cora (Carrie) Sexton age 92, born May 25, 1925 of Wartburg, TN went to her heavenly home on December 17, 2017. She was saved at a very young age. And was of the Baptist Faith. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Lorenzo Lee Sexton, her Father and Mother Arlin and Vela Sexton, Sister; Winnie...
Gloria Rowland, of Jamestown, TN
Dec 12, 2017
The family will be having a memorial service at a later date.
Shirley Phillips of Robbins, TN
Dec 11, 2017
Shirley Fay Phillips, age 65, of the Glenmary community in Scott county passed away December 11, 2017.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mac and Delphie Woodard; three brothers: Ray, Charles, and James and sister, Betty.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Dean Phillips; son, Larry Phillips and wife Tina;...
Betty J. Langley of Oakdale,TN
Dec 11, 2017
Betty Jo Langley of Oakdale, Tn. passed away Monday, December 11, 2017 at the Harriman Care and Rehab.
She was a lifelong member of Piney Baptist Church and had a special love for her church family and pastor.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Edgar and Dora Eble...
Alice Scott Melton of Wartburg, TN
Dec 9, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of Alice Scott Melton, age 89, announces her passing on December 9, 2017. Alice was a faithful and devoted servant of God. She was a lifelong member and pianist for the Presbyterian churches in Wartburg and Lancing.
Alice’s love for learning helped to shape many young minds...
Darlene V. Norris Of Lancing, TN
Dec 8, 2017
Mrs. Darlene V. Norris age 82 of Lancing, passed away on Friday, December 08, 2017 at the Life Care Center of Morgan County. She was of the Presbyterian Faith. She was preceded in death by her parents; Earl and Nellie Langley Freels, husband Edward Norris, 2 infant children, 3 brothers; Russell Freels, Lloyd Freels, and Earl Freels, 1 Sister...
Larry Landrum of Lancing, TN
Dec 8, 2017
Larry Lee Landrum, born March 8, 1960, passed away Friday December 8, 2017. Larry was the oldest son of Harry and June Landrum.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda Landrum; parents, Harry and June Landrum; and sisters: Eva June West, Gail Swint, and Mary Ellen Wright.
He is survived by his...
Frank Close, of Kingston, TN
Dec 5, 2017
Frank Robbins Close, 79, of Kingston Tennessee gained his Victory in Jesus on December 5, 2017.
He was preceded in death by his parents Harry Gibson Close and Gladys Hannah Robbins Close; brother Harry Gerald Close; 2 sisters Gloria Harriet Nelson and Gladys Margaret Shimel.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Patricia...
Bruce Greene, of Wartburg, TN
Dec 4, 2017
Mr. Bruce Love Greene JR. age 83, passed away after a lengthy battle with lung cancer on December 4, 2017. He was born on February 11, 1934 in Morgan County.
He was preceded in death by his parents Bruce L. Greene Sr. and Mary Schubert Greene; Granddaughter Melinda Greene; Brother in Law, Junior Hamby.
Survived...
Macel G. Phillips of Wartburg, TN
Dec 3, 2017
Macel Phillips age 98, passed away December 3, 2017. She was born September 22, 1919. She was a faithful member and supporter of Liberty Baptist Church and was sad when she was no longer able to attend.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Jesse; daughter, Carolyn Jones; parents, Joel and...
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