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James H. Burgess

James H. Burgess

Jun 30, 2011

James "Jim" Burgess of the Karns community passed away June 30, 2011 at his home. He was a member of Edgemoor Baptist Church. He was self-employed for 35 years as a milk distributor and then was employed with the Anderson County Sheriff's Department for several years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie & Fannie Burgess and nine...

Alan Wayne Mcclain

Alan Wayne Mcclain

Jun 28, 2011

Alan W. McClain passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2011 with his family at his side. He was guided by angels to join God. He was a wonderful man who would do anything for anyone at anytime. Born in Knoxville, TN to Kenneth and Fern McClain, he was a wonderful early Christmas gift. Mr. McClain attended Carson Newman and began teaching...

John Ray Webster

John Ray Webster

Jun 28, 2011

John Ray Webster, age 87 of Clinton, passed away June 28, 2011, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of South Clinton Baptist Church, a Masonic Mason and a Shriner. John had a love for horses and enjoyed horseback riding. He was preceded in death by his parents, David F. and Ruby Mae Webster. Survived by...

Paul J. Jones

Paul J. Jones

Jun 25, 2011

Jones, Paul Jackson-age 83, longtime resident of Norris, passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2011. He was born in Jonesborough, Tennessee, on August 20, 1927. He served his country in the Army Air Force during World War II. He retired from ORNL/Martin Marietta. He is preceded in death by his parents, James Benjamin and Callie Draughn Smith Jones; siblings, James...

Glenna Mae Daugherty

Glenna Mae Daugherty

Jun 24, 2011

Glenna Mae Daugherty, passed away June 24, 2011. The Lord took home another precious mother. She was born September 1, 1934 on Briceville Mountain to Andrew and Mossie Patterson Daugherty. She loved her family and nature. She was a child of the Lord, loved going to church. Her favorite verse of the Bible was Psalms 23: "The Lord is my...

George David Cox

George David Cox

Jun 24, 2011

George David Cox, 55 of Oak Ridge, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 24, 2011, after a brief illness. He was born on June 24, 1956 in Oak Ridge, TN. He grew up in Lake City, TN and graduated from Lake City High School in 1974 where he was active in and achieved many honors...

James Keith Phillips

James Keith Phillips

Jun 23, 2011

James Keith Phillips "Big Head", age 37 of Jacksboro, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at the St. Mary's Medical Center of Campbell County. Keith was born on September 13, 1973 in Lafollette, Tennessee. He enjoyed working on his 1970 Chevy Nova known as "Peaches". Keith also loved watersports and spending time on the lake. He was well known...

Ershal G. Foster

Ershal G. Foster

Jun 18, 2011

Ershal G. Foster joined his heavenly father in heaven Saturday, June 18, 2011. He was a long time member of Clinch River Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and a Sunday school teacher. Ershal enjoyed music. He loved to sing, played the guitar and wrote several songs. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and especially enjoyed...

Hobart Humphrey

Hobart Humphrey

Jun 16, 2011

Hobart "Hobe" Humphrey, age 79 of Oak Ridge passed away June 16, 2011 at his home. He was a member of Moore's Gap United Methodist Church. He retired from the U. S. Air Force after serving 21 years and previously owned Hobe's Electric. He was preceded in death by his parents, M.T. & Francis Humphrey; sisters, Ruth Beets, Lucy Dew,...

Frances Louise Martin

Frances Louise Martin

Jun 16, 2011

Frances Louise Martin, age 79 of Clinton passed away Thursday, June 16, 2011 at her home. She attended Big Valley Open Door Church in Andersonville. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard & Ernie Tackett; brothers, Arnold and Robert Tackett. Survivors: Husband: Cliff Martin of Clinton Sons: Howard Martin...

Shelby J. Gilliam

Shelby J. Gilliam

Jun 14, 2011

Shelby Jean Gilliam age 73, of Lake City, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at the Summit View of Lake City. Shelby was born on September 27, 1937 to the late Vann and Omie Brandeburg Braden in Anderson County, TN. Mrs. Gilliam was loved and will be missed by all that knew her. Shelby is survived by: Husband...............................Billy Gilliam...

Everett Jennings

Everett Jennings

Jun 13, 2011

Everett Jennings, age 75 of Caryville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 13, 2011 at the Mercy Hospice in Halls after a courageous fight with cancer. Everett was born on December 3, 1935 in Clinton, Tennessee to the late George and Cora Jennings. He was saved at an early age and a member of the Cherry...

Geneva Poore Shown

Geneva Poore Shown

Jun 12, 2011

Geneva Poore Shown, age 81 of Anderson County, passed away June 12, 2011, at Park West Medical Center. Mrs. Shown worked at Park West Hospital and cleaned offices before she retired. She had lived in the community since 1957 and was a member of Riverview Baptist Church on Blacksferry Road for over 42 years. She was devoted to her family...

Velma M. Cofer

Velma M. Cofer

Jun 12, 2011

Velma Cofer, age 68 of Knoxville went home for a birthday celebration with her daughter, Sondra on June 12, 2011. She was a member of Spring Hill Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, grand-grandmother and sister. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sondra Atkins; son, Elbert Lee Shoffner; grandchildren, Miranda Jade & Brandon Eugene Shoffner;...

Bertha Marie Ridings

Bertha Marie Ridings

Jun 12, 2011

Bertha Marie (Brown) Ridings, age 94 of Clinton, was ushered into heaven to stand by her Lord Sunday morning, June 12, 2011. She was born in Morley, TN on October 25, 1916. She was a retired nurse, devoted wife, cherished mother, treasured grandmother, precious sister, honored aunt and unforgettable friend. She was a member of Faith Promise Church of Knoxville...

Horace Eugene Johnson

Horace Eugene Johnson

Jun 9, 2011

Horace Eugene "Gene" Johnson, age 75 of Clinton passed away June 9, 2011 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Royce Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. He retired from Martin-Marietta. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond & Dana Johnson and brothers and sisters. Survivors: Wife: Sue Johnson of Clinton Sisters-in-law: Patsy Meredith...

James Leonard Hensley

James Leonard Hensley

Jun 9, 2011

James Leonard Hensley II, age 57, of Clinton, passed away at his residence Thursday, June 9, 2011. He is survived by his son, James Hensley III of Clinton. The family will have a memorial service at a later date.

Bobbie Jolene Reed

Bobbie Jolene Reed

Jun 8, 2011

Bobbie Jolene Reed, age 72 of Clinton passed away June 8, 2011 at her residence. She was a member of Poplar Creek Baptist Church. She retired from K-25 in Oak Ridge. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Reed; parents, Sam & Rachel Jones; ten brothers and sisters. Survivors: Daughter: Linda Reed of Clinton Son: James "Jim"...

David Lynn Wood

David Lynn Wood

Jun 7, 2011

David Lynn Wood, age 74 of Clinton passed away June 7, 2011 at his home. He was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church. He was owner of Wood Wholesale Produce in Knoxville for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Esco & Ocie Smith Wood; brothers-in-law, Tom Stokes and Victor Lehto; mother-in-law, Sara Stokes. Survivors: Wife:Ferris...

Billie Elizabeth Queener

Billie Elizabeth Queener

Jun 7, 2011

Billie Elizabeth Leinart Queener, age 68 of Clinton passed away June 7, 2011 at her home following many years of illness. She was a member of Second Baptist Church. Billie was graduated from Clinton High School in 1961 and then attended Knoxville Business College. She started her career working in the medical records department of Oak Ridge Hospital and worked...

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