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Freeman Martin

Freeman Martin

May 29, 2016

Freeman Martin, age 77, of Clinton, went home to his Heavenly Father Sunday, May 29, 2016. He attended Hillvale Baptist Church and was an U.S. Air Force veteran. Freeman was a very loving and compassionate man that loved his family and enjoyed spending time with friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Bessie Martin; mother, Deloris Martin; first...

Jimmie Ann Burcham Vinsant

Jimmie Ann Burcham Vinsant

May 28, 2016

Jimmie Ann Burcham Vinsant, age 49 of Lafollette, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2016 at her residence. She was born on April 3, 1967 to James Burcham and Patsy Ann Perkey Burcham in Leatherwood, KY. She was a member of West Walden Church of God. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant in multiple nursing homes. She was a...

Wallace F Carden

Wallace F Carden

May 22, 2016

WALLACE FREDERICK CARDEN BIRMINGHAM, AL (formerly CLINTON, TN) Wallace F. Carden, age 91, departed this life peacefully at South Haven Nursing Facility in Hoover, AL on Sunday, May 22, 2016. He was born on July 8, 1924, in Briceville, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Virdie Carden; his wife of 63 years, Blanche B. Carden;...

Joe Bill Ausbine

Joe Bill Ausbine

May 20, 2016

Joe Bill Ausbine, age 75 of Caryville, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2016 at the Cumberland Village Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lafollette. He was born on January 16, 1941 to the late Roy and Maggie Lee Sheffield Ausbine in Alva, KY. He was a United States Navy Veteran having served in Vietnam. He worked as a security guard...

Illa Faye Hammons

Illa Faye Hammons

May 19, 2016

Illa Faye Hammons, age 82, of Clinton, passed away at her home May 19, 2016. She was a member of Blowing Springs Baptist Church for 70 years. Faye was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves and enjoyed bowling. She spent much of her time raising her nieces and nephews and especially enjoyed watching them play ball. She will be...

Rita Ross

Rita Ross

May 14, 2016

Rita Fern McKamey Ross, age 74, of Clinton, passed away May 14, 2016 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She enjoyed playing BINGO and lottery scratch offs. Rita was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Mary McKamey; husband, Corwin Edwin Ross; daughter, Margaret Ross; sister, Stella Elkins. Survivors include: Son: Ronnie Ross and wife Sandra Brother: Harold McKamey...

Thomas Roy Price

Thomas Roy Price

May 14, 2016

Thomas Roy Price, age 69 of Clinton passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2016 with his family by his side. Tom was born January 20, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio. After graduation from high school he served his country by serving in the Navy. He moved his family to Tennessee in 1977. Tom was employed with Cross Country Marine...

Ethan & Brendan Hunt

Ethan & Brendan Hunt

May 13, 2016

Infant sons, Ethan Alexander and Brendan James Hunt passed away on May 13, 2016 at the University of Tennessee Hospital. Preceded in death by grandfather, James Edgar Heaton. They are survived by: Parents Brian & Betsy Hunt of Oak Ridge Sister Reagan Kate Hunt of Oak Ridge Grandparents.. Leslie & Gail Hunt of Clinton Richey Heaton of Maryville Uncle Aaron...

Janice "Jan" Reed

Janice "Jan" Reed

May 12, 2016

Janice Carol Purnell Reed, age 54 of Claxton gained her heavenly wings on Thursday, May 12, 2016, at her home surrounded by her family. She fought a courageous battle against cancer, never letting it define her, and always with a smile on her face. She always reminded her family "the Lord's got me!" Her faith remained strong until the end....

Sharon Jeanne Spahn

Sharon Jeanne Spahn

May 11, 2016

Sharon Jeanne Spahn (June 2, 1931-May 11, 2016) The world became a little bit weaker on the morning of May 11, 2016, as Sharon Jeanne Spahn left this life to join her beloved husband, Harold. She is survived by her loving family of four children, five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and her buddy Buster. At her request there will be...

Jacky Ray Hankins

Jacky Ray Hankins

May 9, 2016

Jacky Ray Hankins, age 65 of Rocky Top, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 21, 1950 to John Hankins and the late Elizabeth Burton Hankins in Chattanooga, TN. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served in Vietnam. He enjoyed hunting and fishing...

Bryan Anthony Bumgardner

Bryan Anthony Bumgardner

May 7, 2016

Bryan Anthony Bumgardner, age 41 of Clinton passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at his residence. Bryan was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Bumgardner and Sue Walters. He is survived by: Wife Wendy Bumgardner Sons.. Brian Cannon Justice Rose Daughters Bryanna & Shyanne Kolhler Brothers.. Richard & Troy Cates Sisters.. Rachelle Bumgardner Michelle Willis Pam Andrews The...

Jessica Miner Taylor

Jessica Miner Taylor

May 6, 2016

Jessica Miner Taylor, age 23 of Heiskell passed away on Friday, May 6, 2016 after injuries sustained in a car accident. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kurt Miner She is survived by: Husband. Nathan Taylor Parents.. Kurt & Kimberly Miner Sister. Evelyn & husband Jake Byrd Special friend Michael Miller The family will receive friends 1:00-3:00 pm,...

Dennis Edward Webber

Dennis Edward Webber

May 4, 2016

Dennis Edward Webber, age 75, passed away at May 4, 2016 at his residence. He worked for Martin Marietta, Y-12 and X-10 as an electrical engineer and was a veteran of the Army National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents; Joseph and Elsie Webber. Survivors: Wife. Elizabeth Ann Webber Son. Richard Edward Webber and & wife Katherine...

Lucille F. Hutchins

Lucille F. Hutchins

May 1, 2016

Lucille Frances Hutchins, age 87, of Clinton, passed away May 1, 2016 at Methodist Medical Center. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Clinton. Lucille enjoyed writing poems, songs and wrote her own book, "Feelings". Other hobbies included cooking, crocheting, and especially shopping. She was a loving mother and grandmother that loved to care for her family....

William Overton

William Overton

Apr 30, 2016

William (Bill) Monroe Overton, Jr., 73, passed peacefully on Saturday, April 30, 2016 with his family by his side. Bill was born August 18, 1942 to William and Lois Overton in Knoxville, TN, the oldest of 6 children. He was an engineer on Norfolk Southern Railway and General Chairman of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Bill is survived by his...

Bennie M. Ransom

Bennie M. Ransom

Apr 30, 2016

Bennie Marvin Ransom, Sr, Norris, Tennessee resident of 18 years, passed away Friday, April 29, 2016 at age 87.. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Irene Pearson Ransom, his four children, Stephanie DiGuiseppi of Durham, NC, Lisa Reynolds of Forsyth, GA, Susan Mobley of Norris, TN, and Bennie Ransom, Jr. (Marty) formerly of Gainesville, GA, and now...

Howard W. "Wimpy" Baker

Howard W. "Wimpy" Baker

Apr 28, 2016

Howard W. "Wimpy" Baker, age 75, of Heiskell went home to be with his heavenly father on Thursday, April 28, 2016.Throughout his life he loved working on old cars with his son, camping and woodworking. Preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Baker; parents, Wilfred & Eva Baker; grandson, John Monday; brother, Wayne Lee Baker; sister, Betty Jean. He is...

James E. Hill

James E. Hill

Apr 25, 2016

James Edward Hill, age 64, of Clinton, born January 6, 1952 to the late Raymond and Dorothy Hill of Clinton, went to be with Jesus at 9:54 P.M., April 25, 2016 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital in Knoxville. James had many hobbies including building crafts, fishing, landscaping and trail bike riding. He was very much an outdoorsman. He loved helping...

Dorothy "Dot" Zador

Dorothy "Dot" Zador

Apr 23, 2016

Dorothy J. Zador, age 67, of Clinton passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Throughout out her life she loved working with the Girl Scouts and was the Nation's Capital Regional Manager for Girl Scouts in Washington, D.C. During her spare time she loved cooking and camping. Preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Josephine Baker; sister, Donna Holman;...

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