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Nyta Joyce Wall

Nyta Joyce Wall

Jan 7, 2026

"She Runs Among the Flowers of Heaven"

Nyta Joyce Wall of Claxton went to the arms of her Heavenly Father and joined her husband Pete on January 7th at 11:53 am.

Nyta had a strong work ethic and worked until life slowed her down. From working at a soda fountain as a teenager to running...

Betty Jean Darnell

Betty Jean Darnell

Jan 6, 2026

Betty Jean Darnell, 93, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Born in Kentucky, she relocated with her family to Tennessee in 1966, where she would build a life centered on love and service.

A devoted wife and mother, Betty Jean married the love of her life, Roy, on April 6, 1952, sharing...

Gilbert Malcom Dick

Gilbert Malcom Dick

Jan 5, 2026

Gilbert Malcom Dick, age 73, passed away on January 5, 2026 in Winter Haven, Florida.

Gil was born on December 26 in Jellico, TN. He spent much of his life in East Tennessee where he worked in Health Physics. Gil loved fishing and riding his motorcycle, and dreamed of riding his motorcycle on Dragons Tail one more...

Patsy Diane Gose

Patsy Diane Gose

Jan 4, 2026

Patsy Diane Gose went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following a short but hard-fought battle with cancer. She was a devoted mother, sister, and aunt, but her most cherished title was "Nana."

Patsy was known for her fierce devotion to those she loved and her kindhearted spirit. She had a...

John Samuel “J.S.” Williams

John Samuel “J.S.” Williams

Jan 4, 2026

John Samuel "J.S." Williams, age 76, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed peacefully on January 4, 2026, surrounded by his family and is now with his Lord and Savior.

Born on March 8, 1949, in Lancing, Tennessee, J.S. lived a life defined by devotion to his family, unwavering faith, and a remarkable work ethic. He was a loving father...

Barbara Jean Harness

Barbara Jean Harness

Jan 1, 2026

Barbara Jean Harness age 89, of Clinton, was born on September 23, 1936. On January 1, 2026, she was joyfully welcomed into her eternal home by her Lord and Savior, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rev. Charles "Popeye"  Harness; her parents Gid and Mattie...

Clyde Wendell Elliott

Clyde Wendell Elliott

Dec 31, 2025

Clyde Wendell Elliott, age 87, passed away peacefully in his home on December 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted son, wife, and daughter in law.

Clyde was a man of rare character—forged with a "tough as nails" exterior but defined by a heart of pure gold. A skilled welder by trade and passion, he...

Carl "Gene" Brewer

Carl "Gene" Brewer

Dec 30, 2025

Carl Eugene "Gene" Brewer was born on July 1, 1934, in Medford, TN.  He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Cora Lee Brewer, his beloved wife of 59 years, JoAnn Goins Brewer,  sister Margaret "Tootsie" Cawood of Heiskell,...

William Donald "Don" Mosley

William Donald "Don" Mosley

Dec 30, 2025

William Donald "Don" Mosley Born: March 24, 1943, Morganton, GA Called Home: December 30, 2025

William Donald "Don" Mosley, 82, of Tennessee, went to his Heavenly Home on December 30, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stella Vera Mosley and John Elias Mosley, as well as his dear friends, John and Shirley Graham. He...

Charles Dalphine Boyd

Charles Dalphine Boyd

Dec 30, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Dalphine Boyd, aged 77, and life long resident of East Tennessee, passed away December 30, 2025. Chuck had a rich life of experiences sthat include a variety of careers including accounting, hairdressing/make-up artistry, and ownership at a trucking business. He was an avid TN Vol fan and had a lifelong love of motorcycles.

Chuck is...

Rev. Samuel Edgar Condon

Rev. Samuel Edgar Condon

Dec 30, 2025

Rev. Samuel Edgar Condon, age 92, was called to his heavenly home with his Lord and Savior on December 30, 2025.

Samuel was born on December 7, 1933, in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He was the middle child of five children, with four sisters, as he grew up in Indiana.  He graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1951.  ...

Marvin Yarber

Marvin Yarber

Dec 29, 2025

Yarber, Marvin Duane – age 75 of Clinton, TN went to his Heavenly home on Monday, December 29, 2025. He was a member of Bells Campground Baptist Church.

Marvin was in the United States Army as a staff Sergeant where he served 8 years and was a proud Vietnam Veteran.

He retired from K25 plant/USEC...

Desteryn Lynn Arnold

Desteryn Lynn Arnold

Dec 29, 2025

Desteryn Lynn Arnold, age 36, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2025. Desteryn was born on June 29, 1989, in Knox County, TN. He was a proud father to his son, Luka.

Desteryn is preceded in death by his dad, Denny Arnold; mimi, Annette Hensley; mammaw, Sue Loy; uncle, Mark Mayfield; friend, Chucky Eller....

Mary "Kate" Kathern Hale

Mary "Kate" Kathern Hale

Dec 27, 2025

Mary Kathern (Kate) Burnside Hale, age 86, passed away on December 27, 2025.  She was born on September 9, 1939, to the late Oakey and Florence Burnside.  She grew up in Middlesboro, KY, with her three brothers and two sisters. She and her husband, Tony Hale, have been married for 58 years.  Kate was the resident hairdresser in Andersonville...

Joyce "Jo" Nelson

Joyce "Jo" Nelson

Dec 27, 2025

Joyce Elva Cate Nelson

August 2, 1943 - December 27, 2025

With great sorrow and "love you mores" our beloved Mama, Nanny, and Grammy went to her heavenly home on December 27, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center. Our lives will forever be changed and broken with her not in it.

She fought valiantly,...

Helen "Kaye" Harness

Helen "Kaye" Harness

Dec 26, 2025

Helen "Kaye" Harness, age 89, of Clinton, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center. Kaye was born January 21, 1936, in Clinton, Tennessee, to the late Clyde and Ruth Pebley.

She was a member of Charity Baptist Church in Clinton. For several years, Kaye worked as a surgery technician at Methodist Medical Center,...

Lorene Daniels

Lorene Daniels

Dec 22, 2025

Lorene Daniels, age 83, of Clinton, TN, passed away on December 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Lorene brought sparkle and joy wherever she went, living up to her reputation as a true "firecracker." Her zest for life was infectious, making every gathering brighter with her spirited presence.

A passionate traveler, she found particular...

Jewell Stelmo Boshears

Jewell Stelmo Boshears

Dec 22, 2025

Jewell Stelmo Boshears, age 77, of Powell, passed away on December 22, 2025. She was born on August 7, 1948 to the late Arthur Christian and Alice Farner.

Jewell is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Alice Christian; Father of her children, Leon Poteet; Husband, Leland Boshears; Siblings, Curt Christian, Herbert Christian, Charles Christian, Clay...

Bobby Joe Yarber

Bobby Joe Yarber

Dec 21, 2025

Bobby Joe Yarber, a resident of Oak Ridge passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at the age of 86.

Bobby, born on May 14, 1939, owned Art Kraft Signs throughout most of his life. He retired from the City of Oak Ridge where he worked in the sign department. He was a member of Big Mountain...

Harold Douglas Rose

Harold Douglas Rose

Dec 21, 2025

Harold Douglas Rose entered his eternal home on Sunday morning December 21, 2025.

Harold was born on October 21, 1939 in Clinton, Tennessee where he was a life-long resident.  He was a follower of Jesus Christ, dedicated in his study of God's word, and a faithful member of Hillvale Missionary Baptist Church.

In addition to...

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