Obituaries
LaFollette Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Lafollette, Tennessee area
Brandy Leann Hurst
Aug 17, 2023
Brandy Leann Hurst, age 21 of Knoxville passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023. Preceded in death by Father, James Hurst.
Survivors: Mother, Melanie Hurst; Grandmother, Teresa Oglesby; Sisters, Emily Ivey and Fiancé, Josh Bragg, and Sabrina Duggins; Brother, James Duggins and Wife, Sarah; Niece and Nephew, Addilynn Ivey and Colson Bragg.
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Brenda G. Parker
Aug 17, 2023
Mrs. Brenda G. Parker, age 72 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023. She was a member of Coolidge First Baptist Church. Brenda enjoyed visiting with friends and gardening, but most importantly, loved being with her family. Preceded in death by Parents, Shellar and Maybelle Jones Morris, Brothers, Larry Wayne, J.M., and Benny Morris, and Sister, Diane Morris.
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Anna L. Smith
Aug 16, 2023
Mrs. Anna L. Smith, age 103 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023. She attended Bearwallow Baptist Church where she served as greeter and also cleaned the church for many years. Anna enjoyed dancing, gardening, and was an amazing cook. Preceded in death by Husband, Ernest “Red” Smith; Children, Sue Sharp, Barbara June Smith, and Charles Smith; Grandchildren,...
JoAnn Jones
Aug 11, 2023
Mrs. JoAnn Dudley Jones departed this life to her heavenly home on Friday, August 11, 2023. She was born November 16, 1939 to the late Joseph J. and Vera H. (Smith) Dudley.
JoAnn was a graduate of LaFollette High School and the University of Tennessee. She obtained a Bachelor and Master’s Degree. JoAnn was an avid reader and the...
Danny Coleman
Aug 11, 2023
Danny Coleman, Jr., age 39 of Jacksboro, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023. He was a 2003 Graduate of Campbell County High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Network Security from Fountainhead College of Technology. Danny enjoyed spending time on the Cinch River fishing with his Father and Brother, and tied his own fly fishing flies. For the...
Donald Robert Vienneau
Aug 4, 2023
Mr. Donald “Don” Robert Vienneau, age 83 of Caryville passed away Friday, August 4, 2023. He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Don was a former truck driver employed Lajoie Brothers Transport, and during his time in Tennessee, worked as a part-time Deputy with the Campbell County Sheriffs Office, and was a Member of the LA Cruizers...
Matthew Victor Moore
Aug 4, 2023
Matthew Victor Moore, age 39 of LaFollette passed away Friday, August 4, 2023. He was a Brick and Block Mason for many years, and enjoyed listening to all types of music. Preceded in death by Mother, Jean Orick, Father, Hobart Moore, Grandparents, Annie Moore, Samantha Moore, Henry Moore, Lillie Orick, and Paul Orick, Sr., and many other family members.
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Kay Ray
Aug 3, 2023
Mrs. Kay Ray, age 66 of the Stinking Creek Community passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. She attended Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Kay was a Teacher’s Aide for many years at Wynn and White Oak Schools. She also enjoyed her time as a consultant with Merle Norman, and the many travels and time it awarded her with her Niece,...
Tim Shears
Aug 2, 2023
Mr. Tim Shears, age 63 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Tim was a long-time Machinist, enjoyed classic cars and motorcycles, and working on computers. He loved classic rock and found peace in music. Preceded in death by Parents, Rev. V.H. Shears and Elois Bolton Shears-McCullah, Sister, Kay Shears, Infant Brother, Virgil Leland Shears, Grandparents, Tom and...
Edmund L. Hall
Jul 30, 2023
Mr. Edmund L. Hall, age 81 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023. Edmund was known for his infectious laugh, and those who grew up with him, affectionately called him “Cookie”. He faithfully attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, where from a young age, served as Alter Boy, and later, served as Lector during Mass. Edmund...
William "Bill" John Cannon
Jul 30, 2023
William “Bill” John Cannon, age 81, of Caryville, TN passed away Sunday, July, 30th, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. William was born on February 18th, 1942 in Rochester, NY, the son of Gertrude Darrin and Billy John Cannon.
Bill graduated from the University of Rochester in 1964 with a BS in electrical engineering and continued his education...
Mark Anthony Jordan
Jul 28, 2023
Mr. Mark Anthony Jordan, age 59 of LaFollette passed away Friday, July 28, 2023. For over 20 years, Mark was a delivery driver with Flowers Bakery. Mark enjoyed fishing and antique auctions. Preceded in death by Parents, David, Jr. and Edna Mae Tidwell Jordan, Brothers, Duane and Ronnie Jordan, and Sister, Shirley Gaylor.
Survivors: Fiancé, Joanie Terry; Children,...
Bruce Whaley
Jul 27, 2023
Mr. Bruce Whaley, age 74 of Speedwell passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith and a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Vietnam. Bruce was formerly employed with Ford Motor Company while living in Michigan, and upon returning to Tennessee, was employed with TDOT. He enjoyed deer hunting and being on the lake. Preceded in...
Jerry L. Dagley
Jul 18, 2023
Mr. Jerry Luke Dagley (78) passed away peacefully at his home in LaFollette, Tennessee on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, surrounded by friends and family. Jerry was born to the late Ferris and Ethel Dagley of Grantsboro, TN on August 8, 1944. He attended Jacksboro High School graduating in 1962. Being a talented basketball player, Jerry received a full scholarship...
Willard Madron
Jul 17, 2023
Mr. Willard Madron, age 72 of Jacksboro, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023. He was born December 24, 1950, and was of the Holiness Faith. Willard loved fishing and hunting. Preceded in death by Wife of 45 years, Gracie Walden Madron, Parents, Lewis and Thelma Madron, Brother, Wayne Madron, and Sisters, Sherrie Madron Thompson and Judy Madron Campbell.
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Sandra June Henegar
Jul 8, 2023
Sandra June Henegar, age 75 of LaFollette, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 8, 2023. June was a lifelong Member of East LaFollette Baptist Church. She had served as a Sunday School Teacher, Church Treasurer and Secretary, and was the Church Cooperation Board Chair. She also served on the Church Kitchen Crew along with her...
Thomas Andrew Steakley
Jul 6, 2023
Mr. Thomas Andrew Steakley, age 66 of Lindsay, OK, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith, a U.S. Army Veteran, and a loving Husband and Father. Preceded in death by Great-Grandson, Brad Lee Andrew Stroud, Father, Henry Jack Steakley, Mother, Cora Perkey Steakley, Brothers, Jackie Ray Steakley and Ronald Steakley, Brother-in-Law,...
Delores "Lois" Wilson
Jul 6, 2023
Mrs. Delores “Lois” Wilson, age 81 of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, after a lengthy battle with Dementia. She was of the Baptist Faith. Mrs. Wilson loved to fish, playing board games, working crossword puzzles, but most of all, enjoyed a good milkshake. Preceded in death by Husband, Jack Wilson, Parents, Earl and Edna Turner, Sisters, Dorothy...
Leroy Braden
Jul 3, 2023
Rev. Leroy Braden, age 75 of LaFollette passed away Monday, July 3, 2023. Rev. Braden began his Ministry in 1981 when he was called to be the Pastor of Myers Grove Baptist Church, and for the next 40+ years, led many area churches until his last Pastorship at Cedar Creek Baptist Church. Along the way, he had a very...
Nina Pebley
Jun 26, 2023
Miss Nina Pebley, age 82 of LaFollette, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023. She was a Member of Bethlehem Baptist Church and worked as a Pharmacy Technician at Globe Drug Store, Walden Drug Store, and CVS Pharmacy. A devoted Daughter, cherished Sister, and a special Aunt. Preceded in death by Parents, Walter and Florence Tilson Pebley, Sisters, Eula Carr...
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