Obituaries

Sep 28, 2022

Ricky Anthony Moore of Powell, TN passed away suddenly at his home on September 28, 2022, with loved ones by his side. He was called home early in his life leaving many loved ones behind. Ricky was a retired concrete finisher. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna, son Jason Lynn Moore, parents Sylvia and Ralph Moore,...

Sep 27, 2022

Maurice "Packy" Wassom age 85, of Oak Ridge passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Maurice retired from TVA as a mechanical engineer in 1993 and was a veteran of the United States Air Force.  He graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1957 and later graduated from Tennessee Tech in 1963. He became a member...

Sep 26, 2022

Nora Sliger Jones Ezell, 96, longtime Norris, TN resident passed away on Sept. 26, 2022. She was born on March 17, 1926 in Washington County, TN the daughter of the late Enoch and Amanda Dunn Sliger. Nora was a graduate of Lamar High School. She was a talented seamstress also enjoying quilting and crocheting. She was employed at Norris...

Sep 25, 2022

James (Jim) Ridenour, age 67, of Coalfeild, TN (Formally of Andersonville, TN) passed away Sunday September 25 th at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge after a lengthy illness. His enjoyments included country life and his beloved pets. Proceeded in death by Mother (Ada Ridenour), Father (Oscar Ridenour) and Brother (Charles Ridenour). Survived by loving wife Lisa Ridenour, Son...

Sep 24, 2022

Clarice Deaton Smith went to be with the Lord on September 24th, 2022. Clarice was an active member of Temple Baptist Church in Powell for more than 50 years. Clarice was the mother of 4 children, 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Clarice loved to quilt, bead and sew for all of her family and friends. She also loved to...

Sep 20, 2022

June Ramsey 81, of the Stephens community passed away on September 20, 2022, at her home with her loving husband of 62 years by her side along with many family members.  She was born March 17, 1941, to Arthur and Geneva McKinney of Petros. She is preceded in death by her parents, two sons Alvin and Jeff Ramsey, brother...

Sep 19, 2022

Larry James Ooten age 70, of Clinton passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022 at The Waters of Clinton.  Larry was born March 17, 1952 in Oneida, Tennessee to the late Merida and Flora Hicks Ooten.  Throughout his life Larry loved going fishing with his dad, playing cards with anyone, going to flea markets, an avid dog lover, antique...

Sep 19, 2022

Robert "David" Fulton, age 81 of Clinton passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.  He was born June 21, 1941 in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Robert and Kathleen Fulton.  Robert owned and operated Fulton TV Sales and Service in Clinton and was a veteran of the United States Navy.  He was...

Sep 15, 2022

Betty "Jane" Morgan, age 94, of Oak Ridge, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022.  Jane was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church. She was born April 15, 1928 in Connersville, Indiana to the late Harry Fitzgerald and Mary Elizabeth Fitzgerald.  She devoted her life to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great...

Sep 13, 2022

Larry C. Vinyard, age 81 of Claxton passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022 after a four month battle with stomach cancer.  Larry was born August 3, 1941 in Knoxville, TN.  He was an ordained minister and member of New Hope Baptist Church.  Larry was very proud of his service to his country as a United States Marine.  He was...

Sep 12, 2022

Linda George Duncan of Clinton, passed away on Monday September 12, 2022. She was longtime member of Second Baptist Church in Clinton. Linda is preceded in death by parents, Johnny and Billie George. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Lynn Duncan; son and daughter-in-law, Gregg and Leslie Duncan; and granddaughters, Eliza and Hannah. A memorial service...

Sep 10, 2022

Michael Eric Russell, age 40 died on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at his home in Caryville.  Michael was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee on November 1, 1981, to Horace Trent Russell and Kathy Cridge.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother Kathy Cridge, the mother of two of his sons, Angel Shelton, and his oldest son...

Sep 10, 2022

Rebecca Sue Manis passed away peacefully Saturday September 10th, 2022. Becky was born October 16th, 1947, to Robert and Vera West. She leaves behind her son and daughter in law Scott and Judy Manis, granddaughter Chesney and Jason Ault, brother and sister-in-law Bob and Karen West, great grandsons Chase, Jayden, Brodie, Rowan, and Palmer Ault, and several nieces and...

Sep 10, 2022

Steve Woosley age 69, of Andersonville passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Methodist Medical Center.  He was born December 4, 1952 in Andersonville to the late William Andrew and Mary Magdalene Woosley.  He was a long time member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.  In his early years Steve loved going to car shows with his friends.  In...

Sep 9, 2022

Louise Hewitt, age 96 of Heiskell passed away on Friday, September 9, 2022 at Meadow View Assisted Living.  She was born March 18, 1926 in Anderson County to the late Dewey and Selia Hill.  Louise was a member of Deep Springs Baptist Church. Throughout her life she loved to read, crochet, and spend time with her family.  In addition...

Sep 7, 2022

Cholly Jane McClure Vassey, age 81 sweetly crossed into the arms of her Savior, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Hospice of Chattanooga after a battle with Lewy Body Dementia. The Good Shepherd welcomed her home, where she is healed and rejoicing.  She was born on October 1, 1940 in Heiskell, Tennessee. Her parents were...

Sep 7, 2022

Master Chief Petty Officer Ret. Wilbur C. Harris, 78, of Columbus, formerly of Powell, TN, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. Wilbur was born September 14, 1943, son of the late William Jamie and Mattie Cook Harris. He grew up on the coasts of North Carolina and Florida, enjoyed life on the water,...

Sep 6, 2022

Dana Lee Cook of Powell, TN, passed away on September 6, 2022, at the age of 70, at the Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN.  His battle with serious heart issues for a number of years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile.  Despite the pain, Dana came out a hero and stayed strong...

Sep 3, 2022

Billy Wade Brock, age 88, of Clinton, passed away at his home surrounded by his family. He was an active member of St. Mark United Methodist Church and served on many committees. Wade was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Korean conflict. He was a mason and member of Lodge # 376 A&M Masonic...

Sep 2, 2022

James Leslie Moneymaker age 69, of Clinton passed away at his residence on Friday, September 2, 2022. He was born July 3, 1953 in Clinton, Tennessee to the late James and Martha Moneymaker.  James had a green thumb and could grow about anything.  He loved growing fruit trees and plants of any kind.  Throughout his life he loved music,...