Obituaries

Dec 17, 2023

Theresa Elaine Flatford, 64 years of age, peacefully entered her eternal home with her family by her side on Sunday, December 17th.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Ondes and Dorothy Crowley, and siblings, Otella Russell, W.F., Jack, and Terry Crowley.

Theresa dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. She learned...

Dec 11, 2023

Join us in celebrating the 88 years of the life of Dr. Joseph Rainey, September 8, 1935-December 11, 2023.  A lifetime believer, we are comforted to know he is now with our Father in heaven. He is joining his parents, Horace and Mildred Rainey.

Missing him, but never forgetting sweet memories of his life, are members of...

Dec 10, 2023

Alma Jean Fraker, age 86 died peacefully on December 10, 2023, at Diversicare, Oak Ridge, TN. She grew up in the Claxton Community and lived in the old homeplace.  Her greatest joy was being with her eight siblings and doing things for them.  When she was healthier, she attended Bishopville Baptist Church.  Her other interests were cooking for her...

Dec 9, 2023

Roger Dale Jennings , of Clinton, TN passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 9, 2023.  He was 79.

Roger could fill a room not only with laughter but with love and light.  He treated everyone with kindness – and never met a stranger.  He had a way of making everyone feel included whether it was...

Dec 8, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernestine "Teenie" Loy on December 8, 2023. She was born into this world on January 5, 1946 in Clinton to the late Ernest and Alma (Taylor) Hilshorst.   On May 3, 1963, she married Warren Harvey Loy, Jr., and he preceded her in death on February 2, 2023.

Dec 5, 2023

With great sadness, we share the passing of James "Joe" Webster, age 64, of Clinton, TN who moved to his heavenly home on December 5, 2023.

James was born August 17, 1959, in Jellico, TN to Sanford and Gertrude "Tillie" Webster. He loved the simple, small farm life with his wife and pups, as well as camping,...

Dec 4, 2023

J.L. Vann, age 77, of Clinton, passed away in his home on December 4, 2023. He was born to the late M.M. and Martha (Lindsay) Vann on May 28, 1946.

He married Betty Rhea on June 21, 1973, and she preceded him in death on June 7, 2008.

J.L. is survived by his three children,...

Dec 3, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Ernest Ross, a beloved husband, father, and veteran who passed away peacefully on December 3, 2023, in Oak Ridge, TN surrounded by family. George was born on July 2, 1945, in Franklin, NJ, to George and Elizabeth Ross.

George was a hardworking and skilled construction...

Nov 30, 2023

Dorothy Jean Hutcheson née Graham was born December 16, 1930, and completed her earthly race peacefully at her home on November 30, 2023, just short of turning 93 by 16 days. She was born in Clinton, TN, and lived in the local community in Clinton, Andersonville, and Norris, as a child.She is preceded in death by her husband of...

Nov 30, 2023

Gwen Littleton, age 81 of Clinton went home to be with her heavenly father on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.  Gwen was born February 21, 1942, in Jefferson County to the late Roy and Ethel Sherwood.  Gwen was a member of Greenway Baptist Church. She loved the Lord and was a selfless servant...

Nov 27, 2023

Meri Ann Beets passed away suddenly on Monday, November 27, 2023, at UT Medical Center.  Meri was loved and will be greatly missed; she had an immense love for animals and was always a jokester.  She is preceded in death by grandparents Jessie Waldo Thomas, Irene Scott and Doug Thomas as well as father-in-law J.D. Beets.

Meri...

Nov 27, 2023

J. Paul Sanderson, age 78, is rejoicing in the place he always dreamed of – HEAVEN – after battling many health issues post a second stroke in January.  J. Paul met his Heavenly Father and family and friends gone before him on November 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  J. Paul worked as an insurance agent for many...

Nov 21, 2023

Linda Sue White age 74, of Clinton, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at her residence.  Linda was a member of Second Baptist Church and was born on November 28, 1948, to the late Earl and Jessie Bullock.  Throughout her life, she loved to paint, woodwork, sewing, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren....

Nov 19, 2023

Dennis Leonard Moore, Jr. age 65 of Clinton, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Summit View of Rocky Top.  He was born October 20, 1958, in Oak Ridge, TN to Dennis and Alice Moore.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sisters, Kathryn and Barbara Moore; nephews, Kristopher Hughes and Alexander Frye;...

Nov 17, 2023

Hoyt Franklin McCullough, age 88 of Clinton passed away at home surrounded by his family on Friday, November 17, 2023.

He was born June 17, 1935, in Rockwood, Tennessee to the late Frank and Francis McCullough. He served in the US Navy and retired from ORNL. Hoyt was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was a...

Nov 16, 2023

Theresa Householder Vest, age 68 of Clinton, TN passed away on November 16, 2023.

Theresa was born November 8, 1955, to the late Robert and Wanda Householder, she worked and retired from Y-12/K-25 land field. She loved her job and loved all the people she worked with; they were really good to her.

She loved...

Nov 15, 2023

Stephen Allen Johnson, age 72, of Clinton, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was born in Clinton, TN to the late Sherman and Dorothy Boone Johnson on February 27, 1951. Stephen was a member of Farmers Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Stephen is preceded in death by, brothers Richard Johnson and Basil Huett.

Nov 15, 2023

Shirley Hutchison Tipton was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Shirley's life did not come to an end with her death. Shirley passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

Shirley retired...

Nov 14, 2023

Sandra Kay Mills, age 63, of Clinton, passed away on November 14, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Sandy was loving and kind; she never met a stranger.  She loved and was loved by everyone she met, most especially she was loved by her tabby cat, Lester.

Sandy is preceded in death by her...

Nov 14, 2023

Elizabeth Wallace , a remarkable woman whose life spanned nearly a century of dedication, love, and service, passed away on November 14th, 2023, at the age of 98. Born on June 29th, 1925, Elizabeth's journey was one of profound impact and enduring legacy.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Wallace, and son,...