Obituaries

Sep 9, 2024

Priscilla Estes Tackett, age 50, of Andersonville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 9, 2024, surrounded by her family.  Living life with tenacity and grit, Priscilla was a mother, daughter, sister, and friend to many. Priscilla enjoyed playing music in band throughout her formative years and later served in music ministry at Covenant Life and...

Sep 3, 2024

Dorothy Jean Leinart, age 92, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 3, 2024. She was born May 28, 1932, in Anderson County, Tennessee, to the late Homer Clark and Sarah Ella Courtney.  A native of Clinton, TN, she graduated from Norris High School and began working for Magnet Mills in Clinton.  She married Bill...

Sep 3, 2024

Gloria Reynolds Oakes of Andersonville, Tennessee reunited with the love of her life in the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Born April 12, 1941, to late George and Georgia Reynolds, Gloria lived to accomplish many goals in Christ. A beloved member of Bethel Baptist Church, Gloria was a Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School director,...

Aug 31, 2024

Michael Scot Stooksbury, age 51, of Clinton, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024.  Michael was born on April 27, 1973, in Dalton, Georgia, graduated from Anderson County High School in 1991, and was of the Baptist Faith.  Michael was a family man; his pride and joy were his two daughters, Stephanie and Blakely. Throughout his life, he loved...

Aug 30, 2024

Raymond Woods, age 73, of Clinton, passed away at his residence on Friday, August 30, 2024. Raymond was born February 7, 1951, in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, to the late Melvin and Joyce Imogene Woods. Throughout his life, he loved anything related to woodworking, especially whittling and embroidery.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.  In addition...

Aug 30, 2024

JB Savage, born August 17,1954, left this life for the holy kingdom on August 30,2024. Preceded in death by parents Fred and Pauline (Shoupe) Savage; brother Michael; and sister Lisa. Survived by his son Isaiah; step-daughter Amy Hooks; sisters Vergie and Kathey; longtime girlfriend Verda Ferber; and several family members and friends.

JB spent his adult life...

Aug 30, 2024

Cecelia Kathleen "Kat" Malone, age 58, of Clinton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2024, surrounded by loving friends. Cecelia was a fun-loving friend who enjoyed helping others.

She is survived by her half-sisters, Lori Lansing and Lisa McDaniel of Louisiana; special friends, Duan and Sid Brewer of Clinton; uncle, Pat; aunt,...

Aug 30, 2024

Thomas Lawson, age 81, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, with his family by his side. Born on June 21, 1943, Tom lived a full and varied life, marked by his dedication to his career, his love for the open road, and his service to his country.

A proud veteran, Tom served in...

Aug 28, 2024

Elijah Glenn Alley, age 45, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Oak Ridge, TN on February 9, 1979, to Joe Alley and Rejeanne Coleman. Elijah was a graduate of Anderson County High School, class of 1996 and a Mav for life. He went on to...

Aug 27, 2024

Paula Birchfield Campbell, 77, of Andersonville, Tennessee, passed away on August 27 after a 2-month-long battle with cancer.

Paula was born on May 12, 1947, to Thomas Kelly Birchfield and Fran Gaye Northcutt in Dayton, Ohio.  After Paula graduated from Colonel White High School in 1965, she studied English and English Literature at Morehead State University in...

Aug 23, 2024

Tyhie Anthawn Gorman, 36, of Oak Ridge, peacefully gained his angel wings on August 23, 2024, at his home. He was the son of Kim Dowdell and Darrell Gorman and was born July 12, 1988, in Oak Ridge, TN.

Tyhie grew up in Clinton, Tennessee. He was a member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church and sang in...

Aug 23, 2024

Judith P. Potter (82) passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at home surrounded by family.  She was born on December 13, 1941, to parents William Eugene Potter and Dorothy Eveleen Studebaker in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is preceded in death by parents, sister, Sandy Jones, and brother Harry Potter. Survivors include her sons, Edward E. Grygiel, (aka the "Golden...

Aug 21, 2024

Norris or Katmandu – Dr. Cliff Andrew Harris was born in Kansas City, Mo. on December 20, 1942.  He died on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in Norris, TN of the progressive dwindles:  A malady that he had valiantly fought with indifference and denial during his final years.  Some folks survive him; count them if you can.

Dr....

Aug 21, 2024

Tom Russell, 59, of Clinton, TN passed away on August 21, 2024 after a long hard fought battle with Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS) surrounded by family.

Tom was born November 24, 1964 to Billy Gene Russell and Margarete Russell in Fort Sill, OK.

Tom is survived by his fiancé of 25 years Carla Brewer who...

Aug 20, 2024

John (Jack) Edward McGeachy passed away on August 20, 2024. He was born in Caseville, MI, to the late Milton and Ora McGeachy (Dickman). He grew up in Mt. Morris and graduated from Mt. Morris High School. Jack served his country in the U.S. Navy. While stationed in Newport, RI, in 1965, he met and married Lena R. Hathaway...

Aug 19, 2024

James Ronald Robbins, age 77 of Lafollette, TN.  He was born on January 15, 1947. Passed peacefully at Methodist Medical center after a long battle with liver cancer. Born and raised in Coeburn VA, Moved to TN in the 70's.  James loved his family, friends, hunting and fishing and he never met a stranger. He served in Vietnam and...

Aug 18, 2024

Joie Ray Szozda, "Lucky Joe" passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at his home. He was a proud father and grandfather and loved his family more than anything. He enjoyed spending time with them, taking them out to eat and always had wild stories to tell. In his younger days, he worked as a window washer on the...

Aug 17, 2024

Carolyn Graves Fielden passed away on August 17, 2024, at the age of 100. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and unconditional love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the South Clinton community, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength....

Aug 4, 2024

James Edward Antrican, 65, passed away peacefully in his home Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 10:59 AM surrounded by his closest family

James was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and JoAnne Antrican. James is survived by his loving wife, Melanie, his children, Jamie (Blake) Cantrell and Chase (Kyle) Harvey and his sister Julie as well...

Jul 30, 2024

Cynthia (Cindi) Leigh McCormick passed away on July 30, 2024, after a long battle with early-onset dementia. Cindi was born in Daytona Beach, Florida, on March 10, 1960. She loved spending time on the beach and Norris Lake with friends and family. She was an avid cook, baker, and reader. Cindi was a longtime employee of Cherokee Distributing and...