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Elizabeth Shook

Elizabeth Shook

Jun 17, 2014

Elizabeth Miller Shook, age 67 of Knoxville, passed away June 17, 2014 at Park West Medical Center after a lengthy illness while surrounded by her loving family. She was a registered nurse and worked many years at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital until her retirement. Elizabeth enjoyed doing arts and crafts and working on quilts. Preceded in death by her parents,...

Joy Juanita Rice

Joy Juanita Rice

Jun 16, 2014

Joy Juanita Rice, age 88, of Clinton formally of South Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2014 at the University of Tennessee Hospital in Knoxville. Joy was born on March 9, 1926 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late Samuel L. and Ruby Cox Foster. In addition to her parents Joy is preceded in death by, her beloved husband,...

Robin Farley

Robin Farley

Jun 16, 2014

Robin Goolesby Farley, age 47, of Knoxville, passed away on Monday June 16, 2014 after a long and courageous fight with cancer. She was born on October 2, 1966 in Fort Payne, Alabama to Roy and Patricia Perry Goolesby. Robin enjoyed traveling and watching college football and basketball. She loved spending time with family and friends especially her grandchildren. Robin...

Betty Nicely

Betty Nicely

Jun 15, 2014

Betty Nicely, age 59 of Knoxville, passed away at her home Sunday, June 15, 2014. She was a loving mother and wife and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Betty also enjoyed doing crafts. Preceded in death by her father, Elmer Rosenbalm; mother, Margaret Rose Rosenbalm; step mother, Thelma Rosenbalm. Survivors: Husband of 26 years: Jake Nicely Sons: Michael Rosenbalm...

John Russell

John Russell

Jun 13, 2014

John F. Russell, age 65 of Knoxville, passed away Friday, June 13, 2014. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. John enjoyed life. He loved going on cruises, visiting the beach and spending time with his wife Kim and her family, the Evan's family. He was an avid knife collector. He is preceded in death by his parents, John...

Linda Long

Linda Long

Jun 13, 2014

Linda Long, age 67 of Andersonville, passed away June 13, 2014 at Norris Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was a wonderful wife and mother. Linda had a love for horses and enjoyed raising and working with them. She also enjoyed sewing and quilting. Preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Lula Mae Manville; daughter, Michelle Wilson. Survivors: Loving husband...

Paul Emert

Paul Emert

Jun 11, 2014

Paul Emert, Jr., age 44 of Clinton, passed away June 11, 2014. He is survived by his mother, Janice Short and husband Delmar; sons, Gabriel and Cameron Emert; brother, Tommy Emert; sisters, Cindy Calkin, and Joy Shestz. Receiving of friends will be Thursday, June 19th from 5-7PM at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. Memorial service will follow with Rev. Scott...

Joseph Painter

Joseph Painter

Jun 9, 2014

Joseph Henry Painter, Clinton Tennessee October 19, 1942 - June 9, 2014 Joseph "Joe" Henry Painter, husband of Sandra Kay Painter, passed away on the afternoon of Monday, June 9th. Joe was born to a farm family in Canal Winchester, Ohio. He entered the Air Force in 1961, joining the 3rd Ind Hq 305th Cmbt Spt Gp and earning an...

Gordon Livingston

Gordon Livingston

Jun 8, 2014

Gordon Browning Livingston, age 90 of Clinton, passed away June 8, 2014 at Courtyards Senior Living in Oak Ridge, TN. He was a member of Second Baptist Church in Clinton. He served in the U. S. Army during WWII and was wounded in the Philippines, receiving a Purple Heart for his service. After an honorable discharge, he attended the University...

Mark Daniel Gateley

Mark Daniel Gateley

Jun 8, 2014

Mark Daniel Gateley, age 55 of Clinton, TN, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2014 after an extended illness. Mr. Gateley is preceded in death by his father, Huston Gateley, and sister, Miriam Gateley. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Julie Gateley; son, Jesse, and daughter, Hannah; mother, Vivian Gateley, brother Tim Gateley, both of Huntingdon, TN, and...

Amo Boyd

Amo Boyd

Jun 7, 2014

Amo "Nanny" Boyd, age 70, of Oliver Springs, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2014 at her residence. Amo was born November 8, 1943 in Clinton, TN to the late Curly and Minnie Turner. She was a member of Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church. Amo loved playing softball in her earlier years and spending time with her grandchildren and attending their...

Marilyn Gray

Marilyn Gray

Jun 4, 2014

Marilyn Kay Gray, age 53 of Jacksboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at her residence. She was born on September 15, 1960 in Campbell County to Luther Byrd Phillips and the late Oma Faye Brown. She enjoyed playing bingo and singing. Marilyn loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. In addition...

Marilyn Gray

Marilyn Gray

Jun 4, 2014

Marilyn Kay Gray, age 53 of Jacksboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at her residence. She was born on September 15, 1960 in Campbell County to Luther Byrd Phillips and the late Oma Faye Brown. She enjoyed playing bingo and singing. Marilyn loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She will be dearly missed. In addition...

Connie Sue Stewart

Connie Sue Stewart

Jun 1, 2014

Connie Sue Stewart, age 52, of Oak Ridge, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2014 at her residence. She is survived by: Daughters Rachel Barnett of Oak Ridge Ashley Carl & husband James of Knoxville Grandchildren. Alexis Barnett, Thomas Barnett, Aaliyah Morgan, And Lilyanna Carl Brother Ronald Starnes of Oak Ridge Sister. Betty Shelton of Knoxville Several nieces and nephews The...

Polly L.

Polly L.

May 31, 2014

Polly Lelia Zacchi, age 83 of Clinton, passed away May 31, 2014 at her home. She was a member of Clinton First Baptist Church. Her hobbies were sewing, gardening, and taking care of her beloved pets. Preceded in death by her daughter, Debbie Elaine Zacchi; parents, Cleveland and Flora Greene Reed; brothers, Mark, Raymond, Lindsay, Tony, Tom, Gene and Johnny...

Irene Warwick

Irene Warwick

May 29, 2014

Irene Warwick, age 75 of Andersonville, passed away May 29, 2014 at her home. She was a member at Hillvale Missionary Baptist Church. Irene enjoyed gardening, sewing, and doing crafts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon F. Warwick; parents, Forrest and Bessie Setser. Survivors: Sons: Stan Warwick and wife Sherry Carl Warwick and wife Kim Terry Warwick...

Louise F. Reed

Louise F. Reed

May 28, 2014

Louise Freels Reed resident of South Clinton, longtime member of Memorial Methodist Church of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Born November 5, 1918 and raised in the Wheat community, Louise was a teacher at Claxton Elementary for 32 years where she also served as Girls Basketball Coach. Louise is preceded in death by parents William and Evelyn Qualls...

Joyce A Webber

Joyce A Webber

May 28, 2014

Joyce Ann Webber, age 72 of Clinton, passed away May 28, 2014 at Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation of Loudon after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was a member of Second Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Ulysess Lee and Mary Ethel Webber; sisters, Viola Weaver and Alma Jean Hooks; brothers, Lawrence and Curtis Webber. Survivors include several...

Earl Elliott

Earl Elliott

May 23, 2014

William Earl Elliott, age 69 of Andersonville, passed away May 23, 2014 at Physicians Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He was a member of Red Hill Baptist Church. Earl enjoyed riding his tractor and going fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gertrude Elliott. Survivors: Wife: Rita Elliott Sons: Bryan Elliott and wife Bridgette Jason Elliott...

Lowell Van Jones

Lowell Van Jones

May 21, 2014

Lowell Van Jones, age 77, of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at his residence. Lowell was a member of Second Baptist Church for 40 years. He retired from Y-12 as a machinist and owned and operated Complete Machine Company in Clinton Industrial Park until 2005. Preceded in death by parents, Russell and Mattie Jones; brothers, Norris and RC...

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