Obituaries

LaFollette Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area


Wayne Russell Chaniott

Wayne Russell Chaniott

Jun 25, 2023

 

Wayne Russell Chaniott passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, June 25, 2023. He was 73 years old. For more than a year, Wayne had battled cancer while stoically maintaining courage and determination. His sons, Ryan and Andrew, in particular, mourn the loss but are grateful for their father’s example, for his many sacrifices and for his...

JoAnn Woodson Wilder

JoAnn Woodson Wilder

Jun 20, 2023

 

JoAnn Woodson Wilder, age 81 of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023.  JoAnn was a very successful hairdresser with a large clientele from the 1960’s thru the 1980’s.  She loved to make ladies look and feel pretty.  A Christian gone Home.  Preceded in death by parents, Stearl K. and Cecil Shephard Woodson, Brothers, Robert L. Woodson and Stearl...

Robert "Bob" Sweat

Robert "Bob" Sweat

Jun 19, 2023

 

Mr. Robert “Bob” Sweat, age 88 of LaFollette passed away Monday, June 19, 2023.  He was a long-time member of Forks Grove Baptist Church, a 50-year member of Stooksbury Masonic Lodge #602, F. & A.M., and was a former Truck Driver.  Bob loved Bluegrass music, classic cars, and motorcycles.  He had a great knowledge of history, and enjoyed reading...

Sandra Louise "Si" Thacker

Sandra Louise "Si" Thacker

Jun 16, 2023

 

Mrs. Sandra Louise Thacker, “Si”  to the people who loved her so dearly, passed  away Friday, June 16, 2023.  Sandra was a Nurse for over 30 years and also taught Sunday School for many years at Coolidge First Baptist Church where she was a faithful member.  Her life was spent serving others.  She loved the Lord and her family...

Jeffrey (JB) Scott Barbe

Jeffrey (JB) Scott Barbe

Jun 12, 2023

 

Jeffrey (JB) Scott Barbe, 30 years old, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2023, at his home in Andersonville, TN.  He was born on April 13, 1993 to his loving parents Jeffrey Scott Barbe Sr., and Rachel Chagala.

JB was a remarkable young man who touched the lives of all who knew him.  He had an infectious smile and...

Viola Marlow Bratcher

Viola Marlow Bratcher

Jun 12, 2023

 

Mrs. Viola Marlow Bratcher, age 83 of Washington Court House, OH, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023. She was of the Pentecostal Faith.  Viola loved to crochet, needlepoint, oldies music (especially Elvis), westerns, and looking through her pictures.  To everyone she loved, she would say “I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck”. ...

Anneliese McCullah

Anneliese McCullah

Jun 11, 2023

 

Mrs. Anneliese McCullah, age 81 of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023.  She was born and raised in Amberg, Germany.  Mrs. McCullah was a devoted Member of Well Springs Methodist Church, member of Order of the Eastern Star, and formerly employed with KDI Precision Products.  She was an accomplished seamstress since the age of 13, loved to knit...

Shaun Michael Stanfield

Shaun Michael Stanfield

Jun 11, 2023

 

Shaun Michael Stanfield, age 44 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023.  He was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend.  Shaun loved his special “Chloe Dog”, was a skilled mechanic and construction worker, and enjoyed working in his vegetable garden.  Preceded in death by Mother, Vinnie Dawn Stanfield, Grandparents, John Earl and Mildred Parker Stanfield, and...

Justin Wayne Muse

Justin Wayne Muse

Jun 11, 2023

 

Mr. Justin Wayne Muse, age 76 of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023.  Preceded in death by Wife of 48 years, Shirley Wilson Muse, Parents, Clyde and Pauline Brooks Muse, Brothers, Gary Franklin Muse and Ernest Ralph Muse, Sister, Mary Magdalene Daugherty, and Son-in-Law, Kenneth Meadows. 

 

Survivors:  Children, Angela Muse and husband, Chris Montgomery, Tammy Meadows and...

Relda Jean (Housley) Campbell

Relda Jean (Housley) Campbell

Jun 9, 2023

 

Mrs. Relda Jean Housley Campbell, age 92 of LaFollette passed away Friday, June 9, 2023.  She was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church.  Relda, along with her Husband, Paul, owned and operated The Birdwell Motel and Sharp’s Motel and Restaurant for many years.  She was also a Partner in Ayers and Campbell Real Estate with her late Brother-in-Law,...

Sheila R. Reynolds

Sheila R. Reynolds

May 31, 2023

 

Mrs. Sheila R. Reynolds, age 74 of LaFollette, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023.  She was born and worked her career as a crane operator in Michigan.  Sheila also loved to play Bingo.  Preceded in death by her Mother, Nancy Ford, Step-Father, Carl Ford, Father, Howard Hamilton, and Brother, Bobby Ford. 

 

Survivors:  Husband of 40 years, James Reynolds;...

Bettie Russell

Bettie Russell

May 31, 2023

 

Mrs. Bettie Russell, age 79 of Speedwell passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023.  She was a devoted member of Cawood Methodist Church.  Bettie was born in Baltimore, MD, and lived in the Madison Heights, MI area for many years.  While living in Michigan, she worked as a Lunch Room Attendant at Halfman Elementary School and was member of Van...

William Harrison Paul

William Harrison Paul

May 27, 2023

 

Mr. William Harrison Paul, age 87 of LaFollette, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2023.  He was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by Wife, Nadine Peters Paul, Daughter, Darlene Aaron, Parents, William Edgar Paul and Daisey Ivey Paul. 

 

Survivors:  Sons, William Richard Paul, James Paul, and Robbie Paul; Daughters, Margaret Paul and Michelle Turner;...

Rev. Carl W. Martin

Rev. Carl W. Martin

May 25, 2023

 

Rev. Carl W. Martin, age 69 of Caryville passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023.  Rev. Martin was an Ordained Minister, a faithful member of The House of Prayer and Praise, and enjoyed fellowshipping with other area churches.  He enjoyed playing music, woodworking, building, cooking, and loved to be with his family.  Preceded in death by Parents, Albert and Evelyn...

Vyanne Marie Fox

Vyanne Marie Fox

May 24, 2023

 

Vyanne Marie Fox, age 68 of LaFollette, formerly of Florida, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 24, 2023.  She was born on March 1, 1955.  Vyanne loved every minute she was with her family, especially her Grandchildren.  Preceded in death by Husband, Jack G. Fox, Daughter, Glenna Windham, Son, Henry Jordan, Mother, Norma Drummond, Father,...

James Kevin Leavitt

James Kevin Leavitt

May 23, 2023

 

Mr. James Kevin Leavitt, age 54 of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023.  He was a faithful member of LaFollette Church of God, where he served as a member of the church praise team.  James loved to fish, being “Pap” and “Papaw” to his Grandchildren, and just being a help to so many others.  His beloved Pastor described...

Hunter Logan Yodice

Hunter Logan Yodice

May 20, 2023

 

Baby Hunter Logan Yodice, age 6 weeks, entered into the waiting arms of Jesus on Saturday, May 20, 2023.  He is survived by his loving Mother, Hannah Yodice, Sisters, Arabella and Camilla Richardson, Brother, Jenson Yodice, Gramma and Papaw, Janell and Joshua Goins, Grandma, Jan Gregory and late Grandpa, Derek Gregory, Aunt, Judy Bennett.  Special family members: Dylan Horton,...

Claude "Clyde" Diehl

Claude "Clyde" Diehl

May 19, 2023

 

Mr. Claude “Clyde” Diehl, age 57 of Caryville, passed away at his home on Friday, May 19, 2023.  He is preceded in death by parents, Wayne and Carrie Diehl, parents he adopted, Odus and Louise Wilson, Best Friends, James Parton and Michael Thompson. 

 

He is survived by Fiance’, Kim Wilson of Caryville; Son, Joshua Diehl (Sasha) of Knoxville;...

Doris Malicoat Lumpkins

Doris Malicoat Lumpkins

May 19, 2023

 

Mrs. Doris Malicoat Lumpkins, age 72 of Jacksboro, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at Parkwest Hospital.  She was of the Baptist Faith.   Preceded in death by Parents, Hiram McKinley (Ken) Malicoat, Sr. and Mildred Aileen Ayers Malicoat, Brother, Hiram McKinley Malicoat, Jr., and infant siblings, Larry Wayne and Aileen Malicoat.  

Survivors:  Husband, Doyle Lumpkins; Children, Valerie Lumpkins,...

Carolyn A. Goins

Carolyn A. Goins

May 16, 2023

 

Mrs. Carolyn A. Goins, age 69 of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023.  She was of the Church of God Faith.  Carolyn was a strong woman of faith, who enjoyed reading her bible and prayer journal.  Preceded in death by Parents, Charles and Marie Wylie Moore, and Brother, Charles Wayne Moore. 

 

Survivors:  Daughter, Misty Campbell and husband,...

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