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LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Jonah Collins
Jan 24, 2025
Mr. Jonah “Fuzz” Collins, age 77 of Duff, TN passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. He was a member of Fincastle Church of God. Fuzz loved fishing and swapping vehicles. He is preceded in death by Parents, Grover ad Mary Ratliff Collins, Brothers, Ben and Gary Collins, and Sister, Shirley Marlow.
He is survived by his Son, Matthew Woods and one...
Carol Lester
Jan 19, 2025
Mrs. Carol Lester, age 80 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, as well as, an active member of Black Oak Ridge Baptist Church and had a true passion for making a difference in the lives of children across the world through her years long ministry of Operation Christmas Child campaign...
Joyce Faye (Lawson) Carr
Jan 14, 2025
Mrs. Joyce Faye (Lawson) Carr, age 86 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was a devoted member of Ball Camp Baptist Church, loved gardening, and was formerly employed with Peoples National Bank for 10 years while living in LaFollette. She is preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Nannie Lawson, and brother, Ralph...
Judy Lynn "Longmire" Caddell
Jan 13, 2025
Mrs. Judy Caddell, 78, of LaFollette, TN passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Judy was born and raised in LaFollette. She was a long-time member of Glade Springs Baptist Church where she blessed many people with her song ministry that God laid upon her heart. She was told all the time up to this day what a blessing her singing...
Ronnie Bolton
Jan 11, 2025
Mr. Elbert Ronald Bolton, Jr, age 78, of Stinking Creek passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 peacefully, at his home. Ronnie was a man who lived life as he hunted – with determination, patience, and a love for the outdoors that could not be matched. He has embarked on his final adventure, where we trust that the game is...
Lou Anna Carmany
Jan 7, 2025
Mrs. Lou Anna (Baird) Carmany, age 81 of Knoxville, formerly of LaFollette passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She was an avid Tennessee Vols fan, enjoyed working crossword puzzles, and deeply loved her grandchildren. Mrs. Carmany is preceded in death by parents, Leonard Andrew and Linda (Ayers) Baird, sisters, Gerri Miller, Henrietta Bolton, and Hazel Bruce, and brothers, Junior...
Charles David Sewell
Jan 4, 2025
Mr. Charles David Sewell, age 82 of LaFollette, formerly of Atlanta, GA passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at his home.
David was born and raised in Atlanta, GA and was a 1960 Graduate of Roosevelt High School, where he excelled in Football, Baseball, and Basketball. Because of his athletic ability, he was recruited by several SEC Colleges as a...
Stephanie Elaine Douglas Lay
Dec 30, 2024
Stephanie Elaine Douglas Lay, age 46 passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Greeneville Memorial Hospital in Greeneville, SC. Stephanie was a devoted Wife, Mother, and Grandmother and was very proud of her children. She was of the Baptist Faith. Stephanie was a huge Tennessee Volunteer fan, and although living in South Carolina for the last several years, continued...
Patrick William Smith
Dec 29, 2024
Mr. Patrick William Smith, age 66 of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
Patrick was a 1976 graduate of Campbell County High School. He was committed to higher education and earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Tennessee (Knoxville), and Masters from the University of Texas (Austin), both in Business Marketing. From there, he began his career...
Rosa Lee "Rose" Draker
Dec 19, 2024
Mrs. Rosa Lee “Rose” Draker, age 78 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024. She attended Woodson Baptist Church. Rose loved all types of animals, and was employed as a dog groomer with LaFollette Veterinary Services for many years. She also enjoyed taking care of her home and working in her garden. Preceded in death by husband, Bob...
Martin Allen Grant McMeans
Dec 15, 2024
Mr. Martin Allen Grant McMeans, age 43 of Sylacauga, AL passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Martin wasn’t afraid of hard work where he was an accomplished Carpenter and Landscaper. He enjoyed capturing every moment through photography, and never stopped learning about history and animals through tv documentaries, and exploring in nature. His family was the light of his...
Martin Sanford Jones
Dec 14, 2024
Mr. Martin Sanford Jones, age 77 of LaFollette peacefully slipped into the arms of his savior on Saturday, December 14, 2024 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on February 13, 1947 to John Paul and Lillie Vireda (Bailey) Jones. He was of the holiness faith and attended Ivy Dell Church. A loving and devoted husband, dad and...
Jerry Pierce
Dec 13, 2024
Mr. Jerry Pierce, age 84 of LaFollette, TN passed away Friday, December 13, 2024. He was of the Methodist Faith and a proud US Army Veteran. Jerry enjoyed gardening, working with flowers, and fishing. He is preceded in death by parents, Edd and Pearl (Henegar) Pierce, brother, Don Pierce, sister, Nina Pierce, and his little dog, Buddy.
He is survived by...
Georgia L. Baird Cochran
Dec 11, 2024
Mrs. Georgia L. Baird Cochran, age 85 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024. She was a member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church. Mrs. Georgia certainly knew how to laugh, and her hobbies included shopping, bird watching, and reading. She is preceded in death by Husband, Walter McKinley Baird, Sr., Parents, George Lewis and Ruth Jeanette (Russell) Canady, and...
Bonnie Lou Riggs
Dec 10, 2024
Mrs. Bonnie Lou (McCulley) Riggs, age 76 of LaFollette passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was a devoted Christian and a founding member of The House of Prayer of the Living God. Bonnie was a hard worker, and was employed with several area businesses including: Reneman Dry-Cleaners, Fred’s Merchandise Store, Claiborne Farmers Co-Op...
James Paul Love
Dec 6, 2024
Mr. James Paul Love, age 57 of Jacksboro passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024. Paul attended Ivy Dell Holiness Church where he recently surrendered his heart to the Lord. He proudly served in the US Army and Army National Guard serving tours of duty during Operation Desert Storm. Paul also enjoyed anything to do with buying, selling, and trading,...
Jackie Garland
Dec 4, 2024
Ms. Jackie Garland, age 65 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024. She loved horses, ponies, boating, and Camaro’s. She especially loved her Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by Mother, Rose Garland, Brother, Allen Garland, and Sister, Lisa Garland.
She is survived by her Son, Robert Wells; Daughter, Angela Rowland, Grandchildren, Sonja Wells, Lisa Wells, Annabella Marie Szafrane; Brothers,...
Debra Lynn
Dec 2, 2024
Debra Lynn, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully over Thanksgiving 2024, at the age of 69, in LaFollette, Tennessee. Born on July 13, 1955, in Louisville, Kentucky, Debra’s life was one of love, strength, and unwavering faith.
She is survived by her children, Jennifer and Jason, and her grandchildren, Natalie and Joe. Her heart was full of love...
H. Maynard Pebley
Nov 28, 2024
Mr. H. Maynard Pebley, born March 13, 1928 passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the age of 96. Maynard enlisted into the US Army on May 29, 1946 in Ft. Oglethorpe, GA. During his service, he rose to the rank of Cpl. while being stationed in Japan with the 7th Calvery Division where he operated voice receiving and...
Rex H. Hale
Nov 28, 2024
Mr. Rex Howard Hale, age 58 of LaFollette passed away on Thursday, November, 28, 2024 at his home. He was a member of Indiana Avenue Baptist Church. Rex had a true passion for music, and for many years participated in the LaFollette Christmas Parade. He also loved socializing with his many friends and family members. He is preceded in death...
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