Obituaries

Ella Mae McLean

Ella Mae McLean

Apr 27, 2016

Ella Mae McLean age 78 of Rocky Top, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 in Rocky Top, TN. Ella was a very loving mother. She was a giver, and took care of others that were in need. Ella enjoyed sewing, flowers, and gardening. Ella is preceded in death by her parents, Newman and Ella Sharp; husband, Loyd Ray...

Donald  Holbrook

Donald Holbrook

Apr 26, 2016

Donald “Dan” Holbrook age 77 of Andersonville, TN formerly of Totz, KY passed away at his home on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. He was a retired coal miner for 18 years with the Us Steel & Arch of Kentucky. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was always a wonderful provider and protector for his family. He...

Marilyn  M Anderson

Marilyn M Anderson

Apr 22, 2016

Marilyn M. Anderson, 94, of Clinton, TN formerly of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Meadow View Assisted Living in Clinton, TN. Marilyn was born on July 21st, 1921 in Story City, Iowa, she was the older daughter of Stanton C. A. and Mabel Christenson James. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Vernon...

Faye Louise Goodman

Faye Louise Goodman

Apr 22, 2016

Faye Goodman age 87 of Clinton, TN passed away after having a brief battle with pneumonia on Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. Faye was a very loving mother of her 3 children, son, Robert Jr. whom she was very proud of for serving his country in the US Army and in the...

Ray Harvey Williams

Ray Harvey Williams

Mar 30, 2016

Ray Harvey Williams age 76 of Clinton, TN passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Ray served our country in the United States Army and was proud to be a sharpshooter. He taught himself how to work on cars, and became a great handyman, and taught his son Steven how to do...

Anna Ruth Currier

Anna Ruth Currier

Mar 28, 2016

Anna “Ruth” Currier age 81 of Clinton, TN passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016 at her home. Ruth was born on August 15, 1934 in Coal Creek, Tennessee. Ruth was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. She was loved by everybody. Ruth enjoyed bingo and going to yard sales. She was of the Baptist faith....

John Thomas Arnold

John Thomas Arnold

Mar 28, 2016

John Thomas Arnold, age 78, of Powell, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016. John was surrounded by family as he left this Earth. He was born on January 26, 1938 in Fort Worth, Texas. John was a hard worker who succeeded at almost every challenge he faced. As a young man, he joined the United States Navy and served...

Linda Lowe King

Linda Lowe King

Mar 27, 2016

Linda King age 49 of Andersonville, TN passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at Norris Health & Rehabilitation Center in Andersonville, TN. Linda enjoyed fishing, camping, and being with her family. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, James and Sally Lowe; and her husband, Terry King. Linda is survived by her brothers, James Lowe & wife, Donna...

Janice Coleen Holbrook

Janice Coleen Holbrook

Mar 22, 2016

Janice Holbrook age 71 of Andersonville, TN passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Fort Sanders Regional in Knoxville, TN. She was a wonderful loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Janice enjoyed reading, and going to church where she was a member of Lone Mountain Baptist Church in Andersonville, TN. She loved spending time with her family and cooking...

Larry Eugene Ward

Larry Eugene Ward

Mar 19, 2016

Larry Ward age 57 of Clinton, TN passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at his home. Larry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a United States Army Veteran. Larry was a wonderful person. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Kolmer and Glines Ward; and a brother, David Ward. Larry is survived by his wife,...

James  Jenkins

James Jenkins

Mar 18, 2016

James “Jim” Owen Jenkins Jr. age 62 of Clinton, TN passed away Friday March 18, 2016 at Johnson Medical Center in Johnson City, TN. He was a member of the American Legion, and was a loyal patriot to the United States of America. Jim enjoyed collecting coins and had a laugh you would never forget. He was preceded in death...

Jerry Allen Hollifield

Jerry Allen Hollifield

Mar 16, 2016

Jerry Hollifield age 69 of Powell, TN passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at Golden Living Center – Windwood in Clinton, TN. Jerry raised Doberman pincher dogs and had 2 dogs, Liza Lou, and Boo who he loved dearly. He enjoyed reading, racket ball, skiing, and ball room dancing. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, John and...

Joel Donald Sumlin

Joel Donald Sumlin

Mar 14, 2016

On Monday, March 14, 2016, at approximately 12:30 AM; God wrapped his loving arms around Joel Donald Sumlin and took him home. Baby Joel was a beautiful, blue eyed boy, who was incredibly strong. His Mommy, Daddy, and big brother will miss him dearly but know he is resting in the arms of the Lord. This is not goodbye; it’s...

John Thomas Gaylor Sr.

John Thomas Gaylor Sr.

Feb 20, 2016

John Thomas Gaylor Sr. age 86 of Clinton, TN passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016 in Clinton, TN after a long battle of COPD for several years progressively got worse at the end of his death. From the age 18 to 35 he worked in the coal mines in Benham, KY with the International Harvester. After leaving there, him...

Denise  Golden

Denise Golden

Feb 18, 2016

Denise Golden age 51 of Powell, TN passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2016 in Knoxville, TN. Denise had a pure and loving heart. She never complained and always wanted to give to others. Anytime family or friends would visit Denise, she would stand and wave and blow kisses until they were no longer in sight. Denise loved God and...

Freddie  Braden

Freddie Braden

Feb 17, 2016

Freddie Braden age 60 of Briceville, TN passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at the Select Specialty Hospital Ft. Sanders in Knoxville, TN. Freddie loved his family including his dog “Bubba”, the mountains, and hunting. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Freddie is preceded in death by his parents, Verlin and Zora Braden and sister, Elizabeth...

James C. Ridenour

James C. Ridenour

Feb 17, 2016

James C. Ridenour age 78 of Andersonville, TN passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. James was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Andersonville and the owner of James C. Ridenour Construction. He was the best husband in the world to Uvonnia for 55 years. James enjoyed spending time...

Robert  Tod Browning

Robert Tod Browning

Feb 16, 2016

Robert “Bob” Browning age 68 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Physicians Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was a loving husband, father, and papaw. Bob was a Vietnam Veteran. He was an avid fisherman and participated in bass fishing tournaments. Bob was also an avid Ohio State, UT football, and Peyton Manning fan....

Charles Dakota Morgan

Charles Dakota Morgan

Feb 9, 2016

Charles Dakota Morgan/Willis age 19 departed this life on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. He attended Clinton High School and started his first job at McDonald’s. He was the type to help anyone who needed it and always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed playing football, basketball, and doing Caged 4 Christ as well as spending time with family...

Ervin Travis Langston

Ervin Travis Langston

Feb 7, 2016

Ervin Travis Langston, 85, died at 11:50 am on February 7, 2016, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. He was surrounded by family. A committed husband and devoted father, Ervin was born in Lenoir County near Grifton, NC, on September 12, 1930. He graduated from Continnea High School, where he played both baseball and basketball. He remained...