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Isaac Nathaniel Johnson

Isaac Nathaniel Johnson

Dec 19, 2025

Isaac Nathaniel Johnson, age 20, of Rutledge and formerly of Anderson County, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.

Isaac was a member of Lone Mountain Missionary Baptist Church. His faith played a significant role in his life, especially after he was saved at the age of 14, a profound moment that continued to guide and inspire...

Melinda Turner

Melinda Turner

Dec 19, 2025

Melinda Turner was born on January 5, 1964, the beloved daughter of Louise and Guy Turner, in Oak Ridge, TN. She passed from this life on December 19, 2025 at her home in Oak Ridge, TN.

Melinda is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Wendell Turner.  Left to remember her are her sisters and...

Jenna Carroll

Jenna Carroll

Dec 16, 2025

Jenna Lauren Carroll (Jenna, Mom, "Nana") of Heiskell, TN went to her eternal home on Tuesday, December 16th, 2025, and is now in the presence of the Lord. Jenna was born on May 21, 1984, in Knoxville, TN to her parents Daniel M. Border and the late Tracey S. Rice. She lived in Andersonville for the majority of her...

Gregory Alderson

Gregory Alderson

Dec 11, 2025

Gregory Alderson, age 72, of Clinton TN, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Oak Ridge, TN.

He is preceded in death by parents, James M. and Anna Lou Alderson, and infant sister, Delores. He met and fell in love with his lovely wife Janie, on January 26,1980. He loved and cherished her until her passing in...

Andy Royce Spiva

Andy Royce Spiva

Dec 10, 2025

Andy Royce Spiva, age 93, of Clinton, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center. Andy was born on March 22, 1932, in Union County, Georgia, to the late Gardner and Ethel Spiva.  For many years, Andy worked as a machinist in Anderson County. He loved to travel, was an old-car enthusiast, and enjoyed listening to...

Janice Ray Smelcher

Janice Ray Smelcher

Dec 7, 2025

Janice Ray Fowler Smelcher, age 89, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Clinton, passed away peacefully at home on December 7th, 2025 surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and loving family. She went to be with the Lord after a life devoted to her family and faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Ophelia Fowler;...

Bobby Eugene Smith

Bobby Eugene Smith

Dec 4, 2025

Bobby Eugene Smith, born September 12, 1951, passed away on December 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was preceded in death by his father, Robert C Smith; mother, Bessie Wojtowicz; sister, Barbara Patterson; and nephew Dana Woodward.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Cleona Smith; his daughters, Angela Gray and Regina Eshleman;...

Brennan Dale Jones

Brennan Dale Jones

Dec 2, 2025

With deepest sorrow, but in celebration of a life lived with unwavering faith and abundant love, we share the passing of a beloved father, son, and brother, Brennan Jones, who passed away at home on December 2, 2025.  He was born on February 2, 1979, in Memphis, TN.  He grew up and attended school in both Oak Ridge, TN...

Charlotte Ann Hensley

Charlotte Ann Hensley

Nov 27, 2025

Charlotte Ann Hensley of Knoxville passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the age of 75.

Charlotte was born in Sneedville, Tennessee, on January 15, 1950, and spent her life rooted in the hills of East Tennessee, close to the people and places she cherished most. She worked in many places...

Patricia Turk

Patricia Turk

Nov 23, 2025

Patricia Ann Robinson Everett Turk, formerly of Tazewell, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, at her home in Andersonville.  She was born on November 7, 1949, to the union of Joe and Mary Porter Robinson, who preceded her in death.

Patricia is survived by her three children, Jo Anna, Leon (Rachel), and Leroy Everett; grandchildren, Porsha,...

Darlene Ruth Brown

Darlene Ruth Brown

Nov 22, 2025

Darlene Ruth Brown, age 78, of Clinton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Born on October 28, 1947, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Darlene was the daughter of the late Deward Jerome and Ruby Farris.

Darlene dedicated 35 years of her life to B&T Distributing in Knoxville, Tennessee. She retired after 35 years of committed...

Wallace Carl Henderson

Wallace Carl Henderson

Nov 21, 2025

Wallace (Wally) Carl Henderson, age 90, passed away peacefully at home after a long and courageous battle with thrombocytopenia and Parkinson's disease. He was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church in Knoxville, TN. Born February 12, 1935, in Lake City, TN, Wallace was the son of the late John Carl and Maude Wallace Henderson.

He spent...

Tallen Emilio Roldan

Tallen Emilio Roldan

Nov 20, 2025

Tallen Emilio Roldan, 29, of Briceville, TN, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Tennova North Medical Center surrounded by love from family and friends.

He was a cherished, incredible son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandson, friend, and fiancé. Most of all, an amazing father. His greatest blessings and joy were his children. He has a precious seven-month-old...

James "Jim" Davis

James "Jim" Davis

Nov 19, 2025

James "Jim" Davis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, and musician, passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2025, at the age of 76.

Born in Harriman, Tennessee, Jim was the eldest of three boys. He attended Carson Newman College, where he completed his studies before embarking on a lifelong career in education.

Jim...

Patricia Hughes

Patricia Hughes

Nov 19, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Solomon Hughes, age 90 of Clinton Tennessee, passed away on November 19, 2025. Pat was born on June 27, 1935 in Whitesburg Tennessee to Ralph and Flora Solomon. She graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1953 and was married to Hugo K. Hughes in 1954. Pat worked for the Department of Energy for 50 years. She...

Lisa B. Grigg

Lisa B. Grigg

Nov 18, 2025

Lisa B. Grigg of Powell, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the age of 58.

Born on December 9, 1966, Lisa was the beloved daughter of the late Avery Brock and Ola Brock. Growing up as the only girl among seven brothers in Clinton, Lisa's resilience and strength were evident from an early age....

Wanda Lucille Rhea

Wanda Lucille Rhea

Nov 15, 2025

Wanda Lucille Rhea, age 86 of Clinton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday morning, November 15th, 2025. She was a faithful member of Blowing Springs Baptist Church. Wanda made a life-changing decision as a teenager when she accepted Jesus into her heart.

Wanda loved the simple joys God gave her....

Leslie Sanders

Leslie Sanders

Nov 15, 2025

Leslie "Nanny" Sanders, 78, a resident of Clinton, TN and lifelong LSU fan, left this world to join her savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 15, 2025 in Oak Ridge, TN.

Born in Baton Rouge, LA and a true leader of her family, Leslie was a retired lab technician and emergency medical team leader from the Exxon...

Paul Nathaneal O'Brien

Paul Nathaneal O'Brien

Nov 14, 2025

Paul Nathaneal O'Brien of Heiskell, passed away on November 14, 2025 at the age of 53.

He entered this life on December 27, 1971 to Nina O'Brien. Paul worked for UCOR as a Laborer and belonged to Local Union 818.

He will be deeply missed by his companion of 25 years and wife, Tanya O'Brien;...

Ricky Lee Viles

Ricky Lee Viles

Nov 14, 2025

Ricky Lee Viles, 69, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was Born on June 12, 1956, in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late James Mack Viles and Willma Smith Viles. He was a graduate of Clinton High School and loved Vols sports.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Willma...

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