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Robert Lynn Norman

Robert Lynn Norman

Feb 21, 2012

Robert Lynn Norman, of Andersonville, born June 28, 1956, loving husband, son, and father, found peace in the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Happy is he in the arms of His Maker, in the company of his dad, RT, but a loss we will never overcome. He is preceded in death by his devoted father, Robert Ted Norman of...

Carolene Bilyeu

Carolene Bilyeu

Feb 21, 2012

Carolene B. Bilyeu age 82 of Jacksboro, TN , our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. She was born on February 1, 1930 to Frank and Leola Trout in Detroit, Michigan. Carolene was a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints in Lafollette, TN. She was preceded in death by her...

Irene A. Ridings

Irene A. Ridings

Feb 20, 2012

Irene Amelia Foust Ridings, one of the most beautiful names written in the Lambs Book of Life, it warms our soul to hear it. For it is our mother. She was born on June 30th, 1917 and went to be with the Lord on February 20th, 2012. She always had a story to tell, full of life, humor, and positive...

Alma Jean Smith

Alma Jean Smith

Feb 20, 2012

Alma Jean Smith age 73 of Lake City formerly of Briceville passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2012 at her residence. Alma was born on February 6, 1939 in Briceville, TN to the late Grady and Lucy Trail. She enjoyed quilting, spending time with her children and grandchildren. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by daughters-...

George Campbell

George Campbell

Feb 19, 2012

George Campbell, age 78 of Clinton, passed away February 19, 2012, at Ft. Sanders Regional Hospital in Knoxville. He was a lifelong member of Second Baptist Church. He retired in 1996 from Y-12 as a journeyman machinist and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. "Frank" was a motorcycle enthusiast. He loved to ride, especially riding across the country...

Marjorie Allen

Marjorie Allen

Feb 18, 2012

Marjorie Allen, age 95 of Norris, passed away February 18, 2012 at Greenfield Senior Living. She was a member of Norris Religious Fellowship. Marjorie was a Special Ed teacher for Anderson County Schools, a charter member of Norris Women's Club and a lifetime member of the Appalachian Arts Craft Center. Preceded in death by her husband, John Allen; parents, Albert...

R. L. Young

R. L. Young

Feb 17, 2012

R. L. Young, age 78 of Clinton passed away February 17, 2012 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was a member of Greenway Baptist Church. He was a good Christian and loved the Lord. He retired from Y-12 plant in Oak Ridge and was a U. S. Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, James...

Mae T. Hensley

Mae T. Hensley

Feb 16, 2012

Mae Turpin Hensley (Nannie), age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and The Golden Links Sunday School Class. She was born May 31, 1920, in the Wheat Community of Roane County. She was the manager of Clinton Jewelry for 25 years. She was a square dancer and member...

Henry Allen Wilkinson

Henry Allen Wilkinson

Feb 15, 2012

Henry Allen "Al" Wilkinson, age 77 of Clinton, passed away February 15, 2012 at his home. He was of the Methodist faith. Al enjoyed playing golf and traveling with his wife, Hallie. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and spent 18mos. in Ulm, Germany during his time in the service. He retired from TVA of Norris. He was...

Will Bryan Davis

Will Bryan Davis

Feb 13, 2012

Will Bryan Davis (Bill) of Clinton, passed away at his home on February 13, 2012. He was born December 10, 1921 to Bryan and Myrtle Davis of Celina, TN. Mr. Davis worked as a security guard at Y-12 plant for 37 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryan & Myrtle; sisters, Winnie Lee, Isabelle and Doris, brother,...

Betty R. Ridenour

Betty R. Ridenour

Feb 13, 2012

Betty Ruth Ridenour, 97 years of age, passed away on February 13, 2012 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. She was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church for over 60 years and retired from Clinton Elementary School after working as a teacher for over 35 years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, George...

Pearl Denney

Pearl Denney

Feb 10, 2012

Pearl C. Denney, age 95 of Dutch Valley in Clinton, passed away February 10, 2012 at Tennova (St. Mary's) Medical Center in Knoxville. She was a long time member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She worked at Oak Ridge Hospital for 20 years as a LPN, which she truly enjoyed. Pearl loved her church, her family and her friends. Her...

Marie Edwina Paul

Marie Edwina Paul

Feb 9, 2012

Marie Edwina Paul, age 66 of Powell passed away Febraury 9, 2012 at Briarcliff Healthcare Center. She attended Farmers Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, John David Paul; father, Edward Johnson. Survivors: Daughters: Jennifer Menefee & husband Jim of Oak Ridge Nancy Paul of Oak Ridge Mother: Dorothy Johnson of Oak Ridge Grandchildren: Joshua &...

Juanita Lowe

Juanita Lowe

Feb 9, 2012

Juanita Lowe, age 74 of Caryville, TN passed away on the morning of February, 9th 2012 after suffering from a month-long illness. She was born December 18th, 1937 in Jackson, TN She attended Westover High School near Jackson, TN and married Robert Lowe in 1954. She lived in Etowah and Fountain City, TN before moving to Caryville, TN. She was...

Elizabeth Aileen Lay Portwood

Elizabeth Aileen Lay Portwood

Feb 8, 2012

Elizabeth Aileen Lay Portwood, age 83 of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at Methodist Medical Center. She was a friendly and caring woman that always helped others. She will be missed by all that knew her. She and her husband, the late J.B. Portwood, owned and operated Portwood Cleaners for 33 years. Prior to that, she was a...

Barbara Jean Bearden

Barbara Jean Bearden

Feb 7, 2012

Barbara Jean Bearden, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away from this Earth to the glory of God on February 7, 2012. Preceding Barbara in death is her brother, Jerry Lane, and her daughter, Barbara Jamie (BJ) Bearden Kilpatrick. Barbara is survived in Knoxville by her husband; James, her mother, Alice Webber of Knoxville, her daughter, Sonja Jeanne Bearden Stinnett...

William Nelson

William Nelson

Feb 5, 2012

William Harold Nelson age 62 of Jacksboro passed away on February 5, 2012 at his residence. He was born on October 15, 1949 in Columbus, OH to William and Gladys Rutherford Nelson. William enjoyed collecting knives, guns and watches. He will be dearly missed. William is preceded in death by Mother, Gladys Nelson; Brothers, Charles and Little Joe Nelson; Sister,...

Johnny Kathryne Freeman

Johnny Kathryne Freeman

Jan 30, 2012

Johnny Kathryne Freeman went home to be with the Lord January 30 2012, at the age of 68. She passed as she lived: gracefully and surrounded by family. Johnny was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She had recently celebrated her 44th year of marriage to her soulmate. She was a strong proponent of education, insisting that her...

Tina Queen

Tina Queen

Jan 29, 2012

Tina Queen, age 48 of Clinton, passed away January 29, 2012 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Tina was a loving wife and mother and enjoyed spending time with her family. She also enjoyed working in her flowers, being outdoors, and baking. Tina was a very caring lady and was always willing to help others. She was preceded in...

Donnell Brock

Donnell Brock

Jan 29, 2012

Donnell Brock, age 50 of Clinton, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2012, after a short battle with colon cancer. He was a member of Glory Way Baptist Church. Donnell enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and his greatest joy in life was his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Avey Brock; father in-law, Shearl Trentham;...

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