Obituaries

Sep 20, 2026

Geraldine Wilkerson, age 82, of Andersonville, passed away peacefully at the University of Tennessee Medical Center at 1:42 a.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband, Curtis, and their four children.

Geraldine was a born-again child of God and a faithful and dedicated member of New Lone Mountain Baptist Church in Andersonville, where she proudly served alongside her...

Sep 20, 2026

Samuel Glen Goddard, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully entered the arms of his Savior on September 20, 2026. Born on July 30, 1938, in Kingston, Tennessee, Sam was the son of Vernon and Anna Goddard. Throughout his 88 years, he touched countless lives with his steady kindness, easy smile, and deep, unwavering faith.

Sam carried a quiet joy...

Sep 16, 2026

Eleanor Faith (Chumard) Green

Oct. 10, 1931 - Sept. 16, 2026

Eleanor Faith “Ellie” Green (nee Chumard) of Knoxville died at home Wednesday, Sept. 16, just 3 weeks shy of her 95th birthday. Born in State College, Pennsylvania to Frank and Reba (Bartleson) Chumard, Ellie grew up on a dairy farm in the Poconos during the Depression. Her father’s huckster route plus...

Sep 14, 2026

David Arthur Newport, Sr., went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 14, 2026, at the age of 82. He is now reunited with his parents, Elmer and Hester Newport, and his sister, Janice Hicks.

His greatest joy in life was his family, whom he loved and cherished deeply. He was a devoted husband, loving father to...

Sep 9, 2026

Robert “Bob” Jonathan Arowood, age 61, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and close friends. Born July 20, 1965, to William H. and Bobbie Arowood, Bob was a lifelong resident of Anderson County and a member of First Baptist Church in Clinton. In the summer of 1984, he met...

Sep 9, 2026

Robert (Bob) Manning passed away on September 9 at Oak Ridge Memorial Methodist Hospital at the age of 87.

He is survived by his wife, Mildred Manning; son, John Manning; daughter, Linda Harris; son-in-law, Dave Harris; granddaughters, Amanda and Nichol Manning; grandsons, Taylor and Peyton Harris; brother, Charles Manning; and sister, Faye Taylor.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell...

Sep 7, 2026

Dianne Jansen Davis passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at Sacred Grounds Hospice House in Knoxville, TN, on September 7, 2026. She was a fiercely independent woman, full of fire, who was loyal to her friends and committed to making life better for her family.

She was born on March 1, 1940, in Fresno, California. Her father was a nomadic...

Sep 4, 2026

Aug 30, 2026

Tommy Lynn Rhea, Sr., age 82, passed away on August 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him beyond measure.

Born on June 27, 1944, to Mabel and Omer Rhea, Tommy lived a life defined by hard work, loyalty, and, above all, love for his family.

A proud veteran of the United States Air Force,...

Aug 30, 2026

Janice Rose Rutherford started her day on Sunday, August 30, 2026 sitting in church and ended it in the presence of her Lord and Savior. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to everyone blessed enough to know her. Born on January 28, 1948, in the charming town of Lafollette, Tennessee, Janice was a beacon of warmth and...

Aug 27, 2026

Evie Rose passed away on August 27, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1952. Survived by her brother, Clyde; sisters, Dollie, Ethel, and Sally. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Dollie Rose; sisters, Hazel, Linda, and Reba, all of Heiskell. 

The family would like to extend special thanks to the wonderful and caring Jamie and Anatanina,...

Aug 26, 2026

Robert “Robby” Gordon, age 86, a lifelong resident of Anderson County, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Bobby was born in Anderson County on July 25, 1940, to the late Robert A. and Juanita Moser.

Bobby graduated from Clinton High School in 1958 and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his...

Aug 25, 2026

Mary A. Brock, age 92, of Clinton, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Mary was born on May 6, 1934, in Clinton to the late Wilce and Alma Rayfield.

Mary retired from ORNL/X-10, where she worked as an instrument technician for more than 20 years. She was a faithful member of...

Aug 25, 2026

Mary Alice M. Cox, 95, of Clinton, passed away at home on August 25th after a short hospital stay. She was born in Clinton on September 19, 1930. Preceding her in death were her husband, Bennie L. Cox; parents, James S. and Gertrude McGhee; and brother, James A. McGhee.

She graduated from Clinton High School and Knoxville Business College. She was...

Aug 23, 2026

Randall Scott Burress, a resident of Powell, passed away on August 23, 2026 at the age of 73. He is now reunited with his father, Esco E. Burress, and stepfather, Gregory Roettger, who preceded him in death. 

Scott was known as the life of the party and had a quick, peculiar wit. He was a passionate and talented musician, but his...

Aug 23, 2026

Mark Vaughn White, aged 69, born in Clinton, TN on 23 October 1956, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family due to complications of preexisting traumatic brain injuries and secondary Parkinson’s syndrome on Sunday, 23 August 2026, just 10 days shy of his 49th wedding anniversary to his wife, Alma White.

In addition to his wife of nearly five decades, Mark...

Aug 21, 2026

Carolyn Sue Boggs, age 85, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on May 16, 1941, in Dunham, Kentucky, to William and Mildred Childers, she grew up in Cumberland, Kentucky, and was known as “Sue” to her friends and “Grammie” to her family.

She will be remembered for her loyalty, friendship, generosity, and willingness...

Aug 20, 2026

David Queener, age 68, of Clinton, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends.

David spent much of his life serving and giving back to the community he loved. For 43 years, he faithfully served and protected Clinton's citizens through the Clinton Police Department. During his career, he rose through the ranks,...

Aug 17, 2026

Kenneth Allen Evans, age 86, passed away on August 17, 2026, following a sudden accident at home.

A lifelong resident of Anderson County, Kenneth, with his brothers, spent decades in commercial construction with Evans Contracting Company, helping build much of the city he called home. He later continued alongside his daughter with K&F Construction. His contributions to the city of Clinton...

Aug 16, 2026

James Grady Cantrell, age 60, of Powell, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026. Born on August 28, 1965, he was the son of Franklin and Ruby Jewell Cantrell, who preceded him in death, along with his daughter, Courtney.

James served in the United States Army and attended St. Therese Catholic Church. He sought to learn as much as he could...