LaFollette Obituaries

Nov 19, 2021

Anita Joy Hammond , age 59 of Knoxville passed away Friday, November 19, 2021.  Anita enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  Preceded in death by Husband, Scott Hammond, Parents, Robert and Wilma Bush.

Survivors:  Son, Jesse Sharp and wife, Olivia; Grandson, Tanner Sharp; Step-Sons, Eric and Jason Hammond; Sisters, Veronica Fugate, Christie Bush,...

Nov 19, 2021

Mrs. Donna E. Poteet , age 71 of LaFollette passed away Friday, November 19, 2021.  She was a devoted member of LaFollette First Baptist Church, and served her church wherever there was a need.  Donna was a former CFO of Riggs Drug in LaFollette.  She loved to travel, enjoyed arts and crafts, and working in her church. ...

Nov 18, 2021

Mrs. Bobbie R. Evans , age 87 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021.  She was of the Baptist Faith.   Preceded in death by Husband, Millard Evans, Parents, John and Edna Spitzer Long, Brothers, Richard Long and Bill Long, Infant Sister, Linda Jane Long, and Brother-in-law, Bill Sammons.

Survivors:  Son, David Lawson and wife,...

Nov 18, 2021

Mr. James Virgil Kidwell , age 70 passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021.  Virgil was the eldest of four children born to Odes and Mary Kidwell who preceded him in death.  Virgil did what so few do as he was a frequent candidate for a wide variety of political offices.   Although not elected to any office,...

Nov 16, 2021

Mrs. Joie Sharp , age 94 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021.  She was a member of Glade Springs Baptist Church, and enjoyed being with her family.  Preceded in death by Husband, Louis Sharp, Sons, Donnie Sharp and Jerry Sharp, Grandson, Benjamin Sharp, and Parents, Alfred and Lillie Sharp.

Survivors:  Grandchildren, Jamie Sharp,...

Nov 9, 2021

Mr. William Onie “Bill” Goins , age 50 of Caryville passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021.  Bill had a remarkable ability to draw, enjoyed collecting model cars, and was an avid Green Bay Packers and Chicago White Sox fan.  Preceded in death by Father, James William Goins, Grandparents, Onie and Nancy Elsie Paul Goins, and Arlie and...

Nov 3, 2021

Ms. Tonya Maddox , age 56 of LaFollette went home to be with Jesus after a short illness on Wednesday, November 3, 2021.  She was of the Baptist Faith and was employed with Security Finance for 33 years.  Tonya was a loving Aunt, a best friend to many, enjoyed traveling, and was always up for a road...

Nov 3, 2021

Mrs. Betty Mae Heatherly Chapman , age 70 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at U. T. Medical Center.  Betty was born February 9, 1951, in LaFollette, TN to Brad and Marie Geraldine Owens Heatherly.  She was retired from First Volunteer Bank and attended Fundamental Missionary Baptist Church.  She was an active Member of the...

Oct 31, 2021

Mrs. Nancy Lucille Goins McNeely age 77 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021.  She was a member of Fordtown Baptist Church and was formerly employed with several area restaurants.  Lucille was a Mother to everyone that she met and always enjoyed serving the Lord.  Preceded in death by Son, Jerry Welch, Parents, Onie and Elsie...

Oct 30, 2021

Mr. Glen Lumpkins , age 66 of LaFollette, TN, passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021.  Glen turned his life over to the Lord several months ago.  He enjoyed deer hunting, riding motorcycles, and spending time with family and friends.  He was preceded in death by Parents, Finley and Louise Sweat Lumpkins, and Sister, Linda Miller.

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Oct 29, 2021

Allen Scott Owens , born 11/14/1961 in LaFollette, TN passed away 10/29/2021 at St. Mary’s Mercy Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Scott was a Christian and Marine Veteran.  He was extremely proud of his service for his Country.  Cars were his interest, either taking his Jeep on trail rides or enjoying going to the races...

Oct 28, 2021

Mrs. Janice Sue Herron , of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021.  Janice was a loving Wife, Mother, Daughter, and Sister.  She was of the Baptist Faith and was formerly employed with Enrichment Federal Credit Union.  Preceded in death by Father, Colvin L. Moyers.

Survivors:   Husband of 37 years, Jimmy D. Herron; Daughter, Jennifer Rose...

Oct 26, 2021

Mrs. Gloria “Pat” Harrison , age 91 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021.  She was of the Catholic Faith.  Pat owned and operated a successful restaurant in Maryland for many years.  She had a deep love for her family, loved to sew, and to sing.  Preceded in death by Husband, Vance E. Harrison, Daughter, Terry Marie...

Oct 24, 2021

Mr. Jimmy Ray Thompson , age 70 of LaFollette, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021.  He was of the Baptist Faith.  Jimmy was a Farmer and Trader.  Preceded in death by Parents, Frank and Linda Thompson, 4 Brothers, and 2 Sisters.

Survivors:  Sisters, Caroline Daugherty and Mary L. Pike; Special Friend, Danny Miracle.  A...

Oct 18, 2021

Mrs. Irene D. Russell , age 96 of LaFollette passed away peacefully on Monday, October 18, 2021, surrounded by her Children.  She was a Charter Member of Liberty Baptist Church, loved going to Church, and Singing.  Mrs. Russell loved her family very much, enjoyed babysitting, loved cooking, and was known for her chicken and dumplings, and biscuits.  Even...

Oct 12, 2021

Royce L. (Russ) Dunham , age 87, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Russ was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee; he was the son of the late James Herman and Edna Jones Dunham. As a young man, Russ lived in Oak Ridge, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Nashville, and Memphis while he was employed by Sherwin-Williams....

Oct 9, 2021

Terrie Marie Goff , age 66 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021.  Terrie was of the Catholic Faith and enjoyed cooking, baking, riding horses, and her animals.  She won several awards for horse shows.  She had a heart of Gold and loved all her Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren.  Preceded in death by Father, Vance Harrison.

Oct 9, 2021

Mr. Bobby Ray Branam , age 54 of Jacksboro, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN.  He was born on November 24, 1966, to Elzo and Hazel Branam, and was a life-long resident of Campbell County.  He was employed by the Campbell County Department of Education as a Maintenance Technician,...

Oct 6, 2021

Mr. Benny Doyle Ausmus , age 82 of LaFollette, TN, passed away October 6, 2021.  He was born July 18, 1939, to Lawrence and Mary Ausmus in Speedwell, TN.  He grew up in LaFollette and graduated from LaFollette High School in 1958. Doyle served in the US Army Reserves. Doyle was preceded in death by his parents...

Oct 6, 2021

Rev. George Andrew Ayers, age 84 of the Stinking Creek Community, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021.  Andrew was an Ordained Minister and Pastored Friendship Community Church.  He was retired from the Campbell County Sanitation Department and was a former Coal Miner.  Preceded in death by Parents, Rob and Lizzy Ayers, Sisters, Marie “Reecie” Ridenour, and two infant Sisters, Essie...