Obituaries
LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
TJ Sparks
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. T.J. Sparks, age 90 of Speedwell went to his Heavenly Home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was a devoted member of Bradens Chapel Baptist Church where he served as Choir Leader for 70 years. He also owned and operated T.J. Sparks Garage for many years. Preceded in death by Parents, Elder W.M. and...
Phyllis Jewell Johnson
Oct 1, 2024
Mrs. Phyllis Jewell “Elaine” (Buttram) Johnson, age 71 of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She attended Faith Missionary Baptist Church and was employed with Powell Valley Foods for many years. Elaine loved going to church, visiting with her family, and working in her yard. Preceded in death by Daughter, Wendy Wright, Parents, Louie and Zela (Dobbs) Buttram,...
Janice Faye Adkins
Sep 30, 2024
Mrs. Janice Faye (Steakley) Adkins, age 70 of LaFollette passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024. Her greatest joy was spending time with family and enjoying her multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Janice was formerly employed with Cumberland Village Healthcare for many years and was not afraid of hard work. She is preceded in death by her Loving Husband, Danny...
Roger Dale Johnson
Sep 21, 2024
Roger Dale Johnson, born May 31, 1952, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2024. He was saved at the old Coolidge Baptist Church, and baptized at Indiana Avenue Baptist Church. He worked in masonry work, and many types of construction work from a young age. Roger had a very witty sense of humor, a kind...
Paul Broyles, Sr.
Sep 13, 2024
Mr. Paul Broyles, Sr., age 84 of LaFollette, TN, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024. He was a long time Free & Accepted Mason while living in Ohio and Tennessee, and also a Kerbela Temple Shriner. Paul was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, retired from General Motors, and Agee and Walters Furniture Company. He enjoyed working on appliances, and dedicated...
Jo Ann "Nannie Jo" Bolton
Sep 10, 2024
Mrs. Jo Ann “Nannie Jo” Bolton, age 64, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024. She was of the Baptist Faith. Jo’s Grandchildren were her whole world. She enjoyed working with her flowers, was a good cook, and loved her cat, “Jinx”. Preceded in death by Father, J. W. West, Brother, Arvil Dwayne West, Mother and Father-in-Law, Emily Sue...
Stephen William Russell
Sep 7, 2024
Stephen William Russell, age 44 of LaFollette passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. He was an accomplished Tool & Die Maker and was currently employed with Fulton Bellows in Knoxville. Stephen was a wonderful cook, enjoyed working on cars, landscaping, and gardening. He is preceded in death by Father, Cletus Wayne Russell; Grandparents, Wayne and Rose Russell, and Norman...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
She...
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
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
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
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
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
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....
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