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Gary Sinard

Gary Sinard

Dec 26, 2025

Gary Walter Sinard, age 69, passed away on December 26, 2025. A man of quiet strength and legendary wit, Gary leaves behind a legacy of unwavering guidance and a family who will forever miss his quick-fire humor.

A proud Army Veteran, Gary served as an armorer in the 17th Artillery. His military service reflected the same traits he carried throughout his...

Mary Ann Thomas

Mary Ann Thomas

Dec 24, 2025

Mary Ann Barton Thomas 85, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve morning 2025.

Mary Ann was born February 27, 1940 in Greenville, South Carolina to Frank Mauldin and Lila Mae Forrester Barton and was a loving sister to her brother, Thom (Becky).

Mary Ann married Kenneth Randolph Thomas in March 1962. They had 3 children, Melissa Thomas Ancell (Michael), Kenneth Brian Thomas,...

Sarah Charlsie Stone

Sarah Charlsie Stone

Dec 24, 2025

Sarah C. “Dalton” Stone, age 29, of Morristown, TN passed away December 26, 2025. She loved the outdoors and spending time with her family. She worked at the Dollar General in Morristown.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Jennifer Dalton; and grandparents, Harry Cochran, Virgie Brown, and Claude Dalton. Sarah is survived by her husband, Michael Stone;...

Christopher Patterson

Christopher Patterson

Dec 24, 2025

Christopher Patterson went home to be with his Heavenly Father on December 24, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Chris was born in Newport, TN on July 22, 1972, to Patricia and Dennis Patterson. Chris grew up in Chestnut Hill and continued to reside there until he passed away at home. To know Chris was to love Chris as...

Linda Loveday

Linda Loveday

Dec 24, 2025

Linda Corum Loveday, age 73, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, surrounded by the love of her family and the hope of her faith. Linda was a devoted Christian for many years, and her faith shaped the way she lived, loved, and served others. She was a faithful wife, a loving mother, a cherished grandmother, and a loyal friend. Her...

Libby Williams Richardson

Libby Williams Richardson

Dec 23, 2025

Libby Richardson, age 71 of Dandridge, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on the evening of December 23, 2025.

She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, "boo boo", and "grand-boo" not only to her own family... but to all of the numerous children she cared for over the years. She was preceded in death by...

Paul "Crow" Britt

Paul "Crow" Britt

Dec 21, 2025

Paul “Crow” Britt Sr. passed away peacefully on December 21st, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones at 77 years old. Crow will be remembered as a wonderful Papaw, great golfer, even better fisherman, loving brother, the best neighbor and friend. He was a self proclaimed “flower child” and if you ever met him you know the rest.

Crow called White Pine,...

Laurie Ann Hamrick

Laurie Ann Hamrick

Dec 19, 2025

Laurie Ann Hamrick was so loved by everyone who was blessed to meet her. She knew no strangers and only saw love and beauty in the little things most of us take for granted she will always be remembered for her silly and mischievous personality and her beautiful heart. She loved to play jokes with the sweetest and softest voice...

Daniel "Danny" E. Berney

Daniel "Danny" E. Berney

Dec 19, 2025

Daniel “Danny” E. Berney, age 83 of Jefferson City, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 19, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Jefferson City. He was an avid history lover and reader. He served in the Air Force and then retired from Norfolk Southern Railway after 35 years...

Rick Brave-Lion

Rick Brave-Lion

Dec 17, 2025

Rick Brave-Lion, age 92, of White Pine, TN passed peacefully at home on December 16, 2025. Rick was retired from the U.S Army as a Sergeant First Class and received a purple heart after being wounded in Vietnam. After his military career, he settled in Tennessee where he enjoyed driving his tow truck, working on cars, riding motorcycles, fishing on...

Helen Mae Hinkle

Helen Mae Hinkle

Dec 13, 2025

In profound sorrow we join together in the loss of our friend, our sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Helen Hinkle, who passed away on December 13, 2025.

Born in Knoxville and a long-time resident of Strawberry Plains, a member of Strawberry Plains Presbyterian Church and retired from the First Baptist Church of Jefferson City, she grew an endless circle of friends...

Patsy Burress Ducker

Patsy Burress Ducker

Dec 13, 2025

Patsy Burress Ducker, age 88 of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025 due to complications of Alzheimer's. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dandridge where she had been active in many church activities. Patsy was preceded in death by her husbands, Kolner Burress and H.L. Ducker. And son Mark Burress and was survived by...

William Chris Rule

William Chris Rule

Dec 13, 2025

William Chris Rule, age 72 of Dandridge, TN passed away peacefully at his home with his wife by his side on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was of the Baptist faith and was veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves for 18 years and was a member of the Rifle Marksmanship Team. Chris was a longtime farmer and Ferrier, loving husband...

Jack Edward "Rocky" Payne, Jr.

Jack Edward "Rocky" Payne, Jr.

Dec 13, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Edward "Rocky" Payne, Jr., a cherished husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather, who departed this world surrounded by his loving family.

Jack was a man whose life was a melody of grace and devotion, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him. He passed away peacefully at his home...

Gary Clinton Ashley

Gary Clinton Ashley

Dec 12, 2025

Gary Clinton Ashley, age 75, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, just two days after celebrating his birthday.

He was born on December 10, 1950, the son of Claude and Mildred Ashley. Gary was a devoted husband to his wife of 50 years, Ann Ashley, and a loving father to his sons Clinton Livingston, Jason (Tammy), Randy (Heather), and Phillip...

Lila Fite Roden

Lila Fite Roden

Dec 10, 2025

Lila Fite Roden passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Knoxville, TN. She was born August 19, 1928, in Cannon County, Tennessee, the daughter of Dr. D. Harley Fite and Esther Robinson Fite. She was married for 71 years to the late Paul William (Bill) Roden. She graduated from Clarksville High School, Clarksville, TN, and attended Austin-Peay College, Clarksville,...

Richard Ball

Richard Ball

Dec 10, 2025

Richard Ball, age 89 of White Pine, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, and brother. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of White Pine where he was honored to receive a designation as a Deacon Emeritus in 2020.

He...

Lannie "Chubby" Debord

Lannie "Chubby" Debord

Dec 8, 2025

Lannie “Chubby” Debord, born on October 21, 1956 in Mt. Vernon, KY, passed away on December 8, 2025. He was a devoted member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, and he served and dedicated his time to the Security Team.

He is preceded in death by his father; Junior Debord, and brothers; James and Bobby Debord. He is survived by his loving wife...

Charles Walter McCulley

Charles Walter McCulley

Dec 8, 2025

CHARLES W. McCULLEY, age 79 of Kodak, TN passed away at 11:15pm on Monday, December 8, 2025, at his residence following a brief illness. He was a member of Dandridge Full Gospel Ministries and a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict having served in the U.S. Navy. He was retired from Shoffner Heating & Air. He was preceded in death by...

Dane Nicholas Luke

Dane Nicholas Luke

Dec 7, 2025

Dane Nicholas Luke, age 17 of New Market, passed away as a result of an accident on December 7, 2025. He was a junior at Jefferson Co. High School. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.