Obituaries

Apr 29, 2026

Kathleen Kay Simmons, age 69, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at The Groves Assisted Living in Oak Ridge. Kathy was born on August 20, 1956, in Ashland, Ohio, to the late Donald Lee and Norma Jean Wertman.

Kathy was a devoted and loving woman whose life was centered around caring for...

Apr 26, 2026

Robert Allen (Bob) Jameson passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026. Born in Pembroke, Kentucky, Bob moved to Oak Ridge, TN, in 1944. He graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1955 and Union College in 1959. He began his 40-year career teaching social studies at Clinton High School in the Fall of 1959. He was known for his...

Apr 24, 2026

Howard Patrie Jones III, age 74 of Clinton, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Ben Atchley State Veterans Home.

Howard's unwavering dedication to his country began with his proud service in the United States Air Force, a commitment that shaped his character and values throughout his life. His patriotic spirit never wavered—it became the foundation...

Apr 22, 2026

Franklin "Scott" Dyer, age 51, of Clinton, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was born on February 6, 1975, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Scott will be remembered exactly how he would've wanted—laughing, joking, and probably picking on someone in the room. He was quick-witted, a natural jokester, and...

Apr 20, 2026

JoAnn Wallace Porter January 30, 1931- April 20, 2026 JoAnn Wallace Porter passed away on April 20, 2026 peacefully at the age of 95 at Woodlands Post Acute (formerly The Waters of Clinton) in Clinton, TN. JoAnn was born on January 30, 1931 in Anderson County, TN to Glenn and Myrtle Wallace. Her family lived in the...

Apr 19, 2026

Kathryn Lee Barnhard, age 81 of Clinton passed away on April 19, 2026.

She was born on December 10, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan. The Air Force took them to California and in 1992 they moved to Tennessee. They attended First Baptist Church in Norris.

On October 27, 1962, she married her soulmate, Edwin, beginning an...

Apr 19, 2026

Billy Jean Evans, 90 years of age, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. Born on November 10, 1935, to Leland and Lois Evans. Bill was a dedicated husband and father known for building many of our community's offices, churches, and schools. He was an avid fisherman who loved fishing our local lakes and in Canada.

He...

Apr 17, 2026

Douglas Spiva, age 67, of Clinton, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at The Waters of Clinton. Born on November 11, 1958, in Anderson, Indiana, Douglas was the beloved son of the late Andy and Ruth Spiva.

Throughout his life, Douglas was distinguished by his adventurous spirit. He was deeply passionate about all things related to...

Apr 16, 2026

Stephen Doyle Cottrell from Clinton, TN passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026. He was born on June 14, 1951 in Oak Ridge to the late Woodrow D Cottrell and Lenora M (Matheson) Cottrell. He retired from TVA after 35 years of service as a wildlife biologist. Steve loved to hunt and fish, loved being a porch picker, and...

Apr 14, 2026

Donald Matthew "Matt" Patterson

December 26, 1984 – April 14, 2026

It is with immeasurable heartbreak that we announce the passing of Donald Matthew "Matt" Patterson, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, friend, and man of faith, who left this world on April 14, 2026, at the age of 41.

Apr 4, 2026

"And just at the moment someone at my side softly whispers 'She is gone', there are other eyes watching her coming and other voices ready to take up the glad shout 'Here she comes'!" It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of our mother's passing on April 4, 2026. Such a sad day for those of...

Mar 31, 2026

Kathleen Ann Lehman (Kat) July 4, 1944 – March 31, 2026

Kat, age 81, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, surrounded by love. Born on July 4, 1944, Kat lived a life rich in family, faith, and simple joys, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, creativity, and devotion.

Kat was the beloved wife of...

Mar 30, 2026

Carole Marie Beltz passed peacefully from this life surrounded by loved ones on March 30, 2026, the age of 77. She was a cherished mother, sister grandmother and friend, and will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

Born on August 11, 1948 in Royal Oak, Michigan, Carole grew up in West Bloomfield, Michigan.  She...

Mar 30, 2026

Johnny A. Willett of Clinton, TN, was born February 8, 1962, in Houston, Texas. The Lord called Johnny home on March 30, 2026, after various illnesses. He enjoyed telling stories of days gone by, always laughing and full of life.

Johnny is survived by his loving mother Lois A. Mizerak and husband Paul; brother, Earl A. Willett;...

Mar 29, 2026

Wesley Rainey, age 69, passed away on March 29, 2026, in Caryville, Tennessee.

Wesley was born on August 16, 1956, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to Leonard and Ann Rainey. He attended Clinton High School and spent his life working as a skilled carpenter, a trade he proudly learned from his father. Wesley had a true passion for...

Mar 26, 2026

Perry Ann Coggin, age 87 of Clinton, passed away on March 26, 2026.

Recieving of Friends will be from 5:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.

Holley Gamble Funeral Home is proud to be serving the Coggin family.

Mar 25, 2026

Margaret Elizabeth Summers passed away on March 25, 2026, after a lengthy hospital stay at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on November 6, 1940, to parents Margaret and Frederick Smith. Margaret was born into a large family and was the 7th of 12 children. At the early age of 16, she married...

Mar 25, 2026

Joseph David "J.D." Nelson, 97, of Clinton, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026. J.D. was a retired carpenter who enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading, cooking, playing the banjo, planting a garden every year, and telling stories (a few of which were true). He never met a stranger and made friends everywhere he went.

He...

Mar 25, 2026

Diana Lopez 1959– 2026

Diana Lopez, 67, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on March 25, 2026. Her passing leaves a huge void in the lives of everyone who knew her, but she also left us with a lifetime of vibrant, happy memories to hold onto. Born in East Chicago, Indiana, to Esteban and Maria (Mary) Eva...

Mar 25, 2026

Our dear sister, Janet Garner, age 68, was ushered into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her sisters.

Janet enjoyed walking throughout her neighborhood and valued the time spent with her neighbors. She also looked forward to her visits to the gym, where she found joy and fulfillment....