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LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


Kathleen (Cobb) Smith

Kathleen (Cobb) Smith

Sep 5, 2024

Mrs. Kathleen (Cobb) Smith, age 93 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Kathleen was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and retired from A&P Stores while living in Michigan. Preceded in death by Beloved Husband, James E. Smith in 2018, Parents, Robert James and Retta (Treadway) Cobb, Sisters, Imogene Smith, Christine Smith,...

Michael Todd Miller

Michael Todd Miller

Aug 29, 2024

Michael Todd Miller, age 50 of Speedwell, TN, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024. Todd held various positions from being a painter at University of Tennessee, and was a member of the Painters Union. He also was a Time Share Salesman in Gatlinburg. He enjoyed his antique Corvette, and was a true Tennessee Vols Fan. Preceded in death by Mother,...

Bobby T. "Wild Bob" Andrews

Bobby T. "Wild Bob" Andrews

Aug 26, 2024

Mr. Bobby T. “Wild Bob” Andrews, age 89 of LaFollette, TN, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024. He was a University of North Carolina Graduate and loved Carolina Basketball with a fever. He loved antiquing and was quite the Debater. Bob always stayed busy and enjoyed a hard days work. Preceded in death by his Best Friend, Elizabeth Andrews, Son,...

James Henry Rookard

James Henry Rookard

Aug 23, 2024

Mr. James Henry Rookard, age 85 of Jacksboro passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 23, 2024. He was well known in his community as the owner of Action Printing, as well as an avid enthusiast of classic cars. Preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo Rookard and Marian Stewart Rookard , Brother, Joe Rookard, and Sister,...

James Robert "Rambo" Marsee Upton

James Robert "Rambo" Marsee Upton

Aug 22, 2024

James Robert “Rambo” Marsee Upton, age 23 of Speedwell, TN, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was born October 1, 2000, and is the son of Charles Lee Upton and  Jwana Lynn Marsee. James was a graduate of Cumberland Gap High School. James was also a Volunteer Fire Fighter, who was loved and respected by so many in his...

Dustin Trent Jenkins, II

Dustin Trent Jenkins, II

Aug 22, 2024

Dustin Trent Jenkins, II, age 18 of Speedwell, TN passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was a Member of Shipley Grove Mountain Assembly Church of God. Trent was a graduate of Cumberland Gap High School, Class of 2024. He enjoyed playing basketball, fishing, and hanging out with friends. Trent loved being with his family, and was always smiling and...

Betty "Irene" Leach

Betty "Irene" Leach

Aug 19, 2024

Betty "Irene" Leach, age 80, of LaFollette passed away Monday, August 19, 2024. She was a member of West LaFollette Baptist Church and when she was able, enjoyed visiting and dancing with her friends at Mama’s Kitchen. Irene is preceded in death by Husband, Franklin Leach, Son, James Leach, Daughter, Judy Hughes, and Parents, Noah and Ola Mae (Blankenship) Leach. 

 

 

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Knox Marvin Keith Ivey

Knox Marvin Keith Ivey

Aug 17, 2024

Baby Knox Marvin Keith Ivey, beloved Son of Skylar Ivey and Destiny Hamblin entered into the waiting arms of Jesus and many other family members on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Knox is preceded in death by Grandfather, Marvin Ivey, Uncle, Bruce Phillips, Great Uncle, Randy Keith Hamblin, and Great Aunt, Jennifer Hamblin. 

In addition to his parents, Knox is survived by...

Robert "Ted" White

Robert "Ted" White

Aug 16, 2024

Mr. Robert “Ted” White, age 83 of LaFollette, TN passed away Friday, August 16, 2024. He was of the Baptist Faith. Preceded in death by Parents, John White and Agnes (Ketterbaugh) White and Brother, Johnny White. 

 

Survivors: Wife of 45 years, Linda White; Nephew, Scott White. Several other relatives and friends. 

 

The family will receive friends on Monday, August 19, 2024 from...

Teresa Gibson

Teresa Gibson

Aug 16, 2024

Teresa Gibson, age 58 of LaFollette passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024. She was a former Nurse and loved being a Grandmother. Teresa enjoyed having a cup of coffee on her porch (only JFG), and watching TV, especially wrestling. Preceded in death by Husband, Doyle Gibson, Mother, Opal (Paul) Gibson, Uncles, Jesse L. “Foxy” Paul and Charley Paul, and...

Shelia "Teeny" Dykes

Shelia "Teeny" Dykes

Aug 15, 2024

Shelia “Teeny” Dykes, age 53, of LaFollette passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with her family. Shelia was a very good Mom. Preceded in death by Husband, Benny Dykes, Mother, Rosie Franklin Cooper, and Father, Tommy Finley. 

Survivors: Sons, Ben Dykes (Mandy Cooper), and Brian Dykes (Christina Jones); Grandchildren, Braxton Cooper, Savanna, Isaiah, Kalynn,...

J.T. Malicoat

J.T. Malicoat

Aug 14, 2024

Mr. J.T. Malicoat, age 83 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He attended High Street Baptist Church and always loved to tell someone about the Lord. J.T. was a former concrete worker and enjoyed fishing. He is preceded in death by wife, Jewell Malicoat, parents, Mack and Maggie (Williamson) Malicoat, sisters, Mary Malicoat, Betty McCarty, Gladys Malicoat, Mabel...

Kenneth R. "Curly" Rutherford

Kenneth R. "Curly" Rutherford

Aug 7, 2024

Mr. Kenneth R. “Curly” Rutherford, age 70 of Caryville passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. He was a former Road Builder and Foreman employed with Bell Construction for many years. Curly was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing & hunting, and truly enjoyed gardening & canning. Curly was a lover of Tennessee football & old western movies and shows....

Linda J. Price

Linda J. Price

Aug 6, 2024

Linda J. Price, age 80, of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. She was a member of New Horizon Baptist Church. Linda was a strong lady who always faced her battles head-on. A single mom, she attended secretarial school and worked hard to give her daughters a better life than the one she had. She taught them the...

Sharon Diane Walden

Sharon Diane Walden

Jul 30, 2024

Sharon Diane Walden, age 60 passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. For the past few years, Sharon was a resident of Open Arms Care in Knoxville where she enjoyed her favorite soft drink, Pepsi, collecting and watching DVD’s, and drawing. She also enjoyed roller skating, swimming, and shopping for anything with “Bling”. She is preceded in death by brother,...

Wilma Turner

Wilma Turner

Jul 29, 2024

Mrs. Wilma Turner, age 98 of LaFollette passed from this earthly life on Monday, July 29, 2024 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Affectionately known as “Wilma Martha” to several of her family members, she was saved at the age of 5, and was a long-time member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She was an accomplished quiltmaker and dearly...

Wilma J. Bruce

Wilma J. Bruce

Jul 24, 2024

Mrs. Wilma J. Bruce age 80 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was of the Church of God Faith and enjoyed cooking, singing, and spending time with her family, especially being a beloved “Granna” to her Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband, Ray Bruce, parents, Millie and Flora (Walden) Chiarini, sisters, Shirley Hayes and Stella...

Katy Ann Douglas Roberts

Katy Ann Douglas Roberts

Jul 21, 2024

Katy Ann Douglas Roberts, age 84, of LaFollette passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, surrounded by her Family and Friends. She was of the Baptist Faith. Katy was versatile in her occupations and was a caring caregiver for her Husband, and also a caregiver for several other individuals. She enjoyed cooking, quilt making, working in her flower garden, and helping...

James Lendon Byrd

James Lendon Byrd

Jul 11, 2024

Mr. James Lendon Byrd, age 83 of Duff passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Lendon was born July 16, 1940 to parents, Costo and Wonnie (Beaty) Byrd and was a long-time construction worker where his career took him all across the country. He was a member of Jacksboro Masonic Lodge #322, F & AM, and was of the Baptist...

Glen E. Goins

Glen E. Goins

Jul 7, 2024

Mr. Glen E. Goins, age 89 of LaFollette, TN passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was a member of Forks Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his Parents, Thurman and Cleda Goins, Sister, Janet Overton, Special Cousins, Boyd and Everette Goins, and other family. 

 

Survivors: Son, Larry Goins and wife, Cathy; Significant Other and Caregiver, Debbie Sweat; 4 Grandchildren;...

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