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William Yarber
Dec 26, 2011
William J. Yarber, age 80 of Clinton, passed away December 26, 2011, in Humboldt, TN. He was a member of Life Point Church in Clinton. He retired from Clinton Utility Board. He was preceded in death by his parents, William R. and Elsie Kelley Yarber; sister, Ruby Hayes; brother, James Yarber Survivors: Daughter: Kaye Gonzales and husband Michael Grandson: Zain...
Lewis Chapman
Dec 26, 2011
Lewis Edward Chapman, age 67 of Caryville, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was born in Bell County, Kentucky on February 28, 1944 to the late Owen and Jennie Lee Chapman. Lewis was a member of the Second Baptist Church in Clinton. He was a God fearing man who loved...
Larry T. Johnson
Dec 25, 2011
Larry T. Johnson, age 67 of Clinton, passed away December 25, 2011 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Larry enjoyed building and doing wood-working projects. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Johnson; parents, Thurman Johnson and Ruby Smith. Survivors: Daughter: Shelia Graves and husband Randy...
Beth Sadler Haskell
Dec 25, 2011
Beth Haskell died in Ocala FL early Christmas morning, December 25, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert L. and Cora Long Sadler; sisters Alice Minchey, Jean Smith, and June Miller; brother Robert H. (Jack) Sadler; and a niece, Jan Allen Haggard. She is survived, loved, and will be dearly missed by her husband for 32 years,...
Ima Wilson Miller
Dec 22, 2011
Ima Wilson Miller, age 74 of Clinton, passed away December 22, 2011, at Golden Living Center. She was a long time member of North Clinton Baptist Church. Ima enjoyed working in the yard, being outdoors and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Miller; parents, Dewey Estes and Florence Moran. Survivors: Sons: Andy...
Clifton Ward
Dec 22, 2011
Clifton Ward, age 83 of Lake City, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at his home. He was born on March 22, 1928 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late Rev. Louise and Stella White Ward. Clifton was a member of the Laural Branch Baptist Church in Briceville. He enjoyed bluegrass music, watching westerns and taking care of his...
Rosa Lee Hawkins Byrd
Dec 22, 2011
Rose Lee Hawkins Byrd, age 83 of Lake City, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the Summit View Nursing Home in Lake City. Rosa was born on April 18, 1928 in Anderson County, TN to the late Levi and Elizabeth Tackett Hawkins. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Rosa will be dearly missed. In...
Maurice Soles
Dec 21, 2011
Maurice Soles, age 70 of Clinton passed away December 21, 2011 at Methodist Medical Center. He was a member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church. He was one of the original Clinton 12. Maurice had a love for fishing and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He attended Clinton High School and was a Veteran of the U.S....
William C. Shorter
Dec 19, 2011
William C. (Bill) Shorter, age 89 of Clinton, departed this life on Monday, December 19, 2011. He was born September 1, 1922 in Morristown, Tennessee. Bill was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Clinton, served in World War II, and retired from the City of Clinton Police Department in 1983 after serving under several sheriffs with the Anderson County...
Horace Scrudder
Dec 17, 2011
Horace Ernie Scrudder, age 57 of Heiskell, passed away December 17, 2011. He loved music, singing and playing his guitar. Ernie also loved animals especially his dogs, General Lee, Tezals and Bocephus. Preceded in death by his mother, Pauline Brewer; sister, Ruby Ketron; brother, Bobby Ford; Uncle Leland; nephew, Frankie; father in-law, Jim Edmons; special friend, Jim Bryant. Survivors: Wife:...
Joanne Lindsay Deal
Dec 16, 2011
Joanne Lindsay Deal, age 80 of Clinton, passed away on December 16, 2011 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on December 21, 1930 to the late Henry and Margaret Lindsay. Joanne enjoyed being a military wife and traveling. She also enjoyed her crafts, sewing and cooking for her family and friends. In...
Rosetta King
Dec 12, 2011
Rosetta Cox King Rosetta Cox King, age 90, of Clinton passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, December 12, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Clinton, Tennessee, on July 14, 1921. Rosetta married the love of her life, Henry Clay King, in June of 1940. Together, they raised five children. Some of her hobbies included quilting,...
Elise D. Moore
Dec 12, 2011
Elise D. Moore died at home December 12, 2011, at the age of 100. She was born in Savannah, TN on February 21, 1911. During her life, she resided in Columbia, Knoxville, Hendersonville and Clinton, TN (25years). She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Clinton. She was a member of the XYZ Senior's Choir (Extra Year's of...
Luzenia P. Queen
Dec 7, 2011
Luzenia P. Queen, age 90, of Clinton passed away December 7, 2011 at her home. She was a member of First Baptist Church Clinton. She was preceded in death by her 1st husband PFC Rans Venson Queen, 2nd husband, Oren Queen; parents, Oliver & Flora Palmer; brothers, Lester, Virgil & Howard Palmer. Survivors: Son: Danny Queen & wife Tina of...
Paul R. Irwin
Dec 6, 2011
Paul Irwin, age 82 of Clinton passed away December 6, 2011 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Lou Irwin; parents, Roger & Marie Irwin; son-in-law, Ken Moore; brothers, Earl & Rex Irwin; nephew, David Irwin. Survivors: Son: John Paul Irwin of Andersonville Daughter: Jennifer Irwin Moore of Knoxville Granddaughter: Katherine Moore of Knoxville Brother:...
Donald R. Cooper
Dec 4, 2011
Donald R. Cooper, age 63 of Powell, passed away at home December 4, 2011. He was of the Baptist faith. He was co-owner and operator of Coops Auto Repair for many years. Donald was an avid NASCAR fan and loved car racing himself. He raced many times at Atomic Speedway, Tazewell Speedway and Bulls Gap Speedway. He was a loving...
Jeffrey L. Kidwell
Dec 2, 2011
Jeffrey Lynn Kidwell, age 48 of Clinton, passed away December 2, 2011 at his home surrounded by his family. He was a member of New Prospect Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed playing golf, coaching baseball and was an avid U.T. Football fan. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herbert and Kathryn Kidwell, Ulys and Eva Lickliter; mother, Vivian Lickliter...
Edna Sharp
Dec 1, 2011
Edna Chadwell Sharp, age 95, of Clinton formally of Lake City passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at the Morning Pointe assisted living in Clinton. She was born February 14, 1916 to the late Andrew and Bessie Coker Chadwell in Westburn, TN. Edna was an active member of Clear Branch Baptist Church until entering Morning Pointe. She was also...
Ray Eugene Rutherford
Dec 1, 2011
Ray Eugene Rutherford, age 77 of Clinton, TN passed away Thursday, December 1, 2011. He was baptized at 11 years old and is a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Ray graduated from Norris High School in 1953 and went on to broadcasting school in Nashville. Upon graduation, he started his career as a DJ in Alabama. Ray served in the...
Wilma Nance
Dec 1, 2011
Wilma Nance, age 85, of Andersonville, TN passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at her residence. She was a member of Main Street Baptist Church in Lake City. Wilma is preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Nance: parents, Chester and Arrahwanna Scott Padgett. Survived by: Son............David Nance and wife Judy of Andersonville, TN Grandchildren.......Darin Nance and wife Cynthia...
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