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Robert (Bob) Coker

Robert (Bob) Coker

Oct 16, 2023

ROBERT (BOB) COKER, age 79, of New Market, TN passed away Monday, October 16, 2023 at UT Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Paul Coker and Irene Hay. He was an active member of First Baptist Church of Dandridge, and a veteran of the US Army.  He loved working with children, hiking, and computer programming. Survived by wife, Jama...

Ralph Lawson

Ralph Lawson

Oct 16, 2023

 

RALPH LAWSON, age 94, of New Market, TN, born June 7, 1929 to Horace and Melvina Lawson, passed away Monday. October 16, 2023 at his residence with his family surrounding him.  He was a member of Pleasant Grove Piney Church. He is preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Jessie Snyder Lawson; son, Jerry Lawson; sisters, Anna...

Joretta Sue Whaley

Joretta Sue Whaley

Oct 15, 2023

Joretta Sue Whaley, “Susie” (Bonds), age 70, of New Market, TN, formerly of Tazewell, VA and Sevierville, TN, went to be with her Savior on Sunday October 15, 2023. She was born August 2, 1953 in Dry Creek, WV and was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Tollie Pettry Bonds. Susie was a Christian and spent her early years moving...

Susan Elisabeth LeClercq

Susan Elisabeth LeClercq

Oct 15, 2023

 

Susan LeClercq, age 82, passed away on October 15, 2023. Susan was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Paul LeClercq. She is survived by her three children, Elisabeth (Peter) Schoenhoff, Ruth Pohlman, and Matthew (Kim) LeClercq. She was a proud grandmother to her four adored grandchildren, Connor Clarke, Shannon Clarke, Allison LeClercq and Cameron LeClercq. She...

Lynn W. Cook

Lynn W. Cook

Oct 15, 2023

 

Lynn W. Cook, 82 passed away on October 15,2023 in Jefferson City, Tennessee.  She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Mac Cook; son, Michael Cook and wife Mia of Spring, Texas; and step-daughters, Diane Sims of Dandridge, Tennessee, Cynthia Wallace of St. Louis, Missouri, and Linda Mustain and husband Daniel of Sugarland, Texas; nine grandchildren and thirteen...

Franklin Monroe Bolin

Franklin Monroe Bolin

Oct 14, 2023

 

FRANKLIN MONROE BOLIN, “Frankie”, age 70, of Strawberry Plains, TN passed away peacefully to be with his Heavenly Father, on October 14, 2023 with his daughters by his side. He took great pride in his work and previously worked for the Department of Energy as a building/welding inspector at Oak Ridge Nuclear Facility and was a long time member...

Opie Carrol Heath

Opie Carrol Heath

Oct 14, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Opie C. Heath

Opie C. Heath, a devoted family man and a passionate enthusiast of fishing, boats, and fast cars, passed away on October 14th, 2023. He leaves behind a legacy of love, adventure, and cherished memories.

Born July 25th, 1963, Opie spent his life pursuing his passions with unwavering enthusiasm. He was an avid...

William "Bill" Franklin

William "Bill" Franklin

Oct 14, 2023

 

William "Bill" Ralph Franklin, 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 14, 2023. Bill was born in Piedmont, TN on May 14, 1936 to Ralph Tipton and Mary Ella Franklin.

Bill was married to his high school sweetheart Barbara Sue "Sudie" Romines for 68 years. He was valedictorian of his class at...

Lon Hooper Thornton, III

Lon Hooper Thornton, III

Oct 13, 2023

 

LON HOOPER THORNTON III, went to be with our Lord on Friday, October 13, 2023. He was born on June 26, 1968 in White Pine, TN. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lynda Sue Bates Thornton; brother, Gregory James Thornton; aunt, Nancy Bolden; grandparents, James Bales, Tina Willie Mae Bales, and Gertrude and Lon H. Thornton, Sr....

Larry W Elder

Larry W Elder

Oct 12, 2023

 

LARRY W. ELDER, age 78 of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023, following an extended illness.  He was a faithful and active member of the French Broad Church of the Brethren where he served as song leader and many other ministries of the church.  He had a strong Christian faith and loved serving his God and church. ...

Judy Elaine Cameron Davis Humphrey

Judy Elaine Cameron Davis Humphrey

Oct 12, 2023

 

 

JUDY ELAINE CAMERON DAVIS HUMPHREY, of New Market, TN passed away suddenly at her residence on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at the age of 78. Judy was born November 29, 1944 to Finley and Edith Cameron of Grainger County. She was a member of New Market Baptist Church. Judy retired from Zoo Knoxville after 38 years of service....

Kay Russell Martin

Kay Russell Martin

Oct 11, 2023

 

Kay Russell Martin, age 81 of Dandridge TN is now in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She passed peacefully at her home the evening of Wednesday October 11, 2023.

Kay is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Bobby Martin; daughters Sandi Martin Dennis, Gina Averett, and son-in-law Bryan Averett; grandchildren Ellie, Wesley,...

Betty Jean Bradley

Betty Jean Bradley

Oct 11, 2023

BETTY JEAN BRADLEY, age 75, of Blaine, TN passed away at her home on October 11, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished the Lord and her family. She was a devoted and excited fan of the UT Volunteers football team. Preceded in death by her husband, John Bradley; daughter, Christy; and five...

Ruth Elaine Knight

Ruth Elaine Knight

Oct 11, 2023

 

RUTH ELAINE KNIGHT, age 72 of Kodak, TN, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at her home. She loved to sing, and she also loved listening to Elvis. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul Long and Bertha Holbrooks; husband, Charles Knight; son, Daren Knight; and nephew, Randall Long. She is survived by her siblings, Samuel David...

Linda Gail "Townsend" Hogsten

Linda Gail "Townsend" Hogsten

Oct 10, 2023

 

Linda “Gail” Hogsten, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, October 10th, at the University of Tennessee Hospital in Knoxville, TN. She was born on February 27, 1945, in Morristown, TN, to Julia V. (Strange) Townsend and John D. Townsend. She was a 1963 graduate of Maury High School, in Dandridge, TN. Gail truly loved living life with her greatest...

Peggy Jean Butterworth

Peggy Jean Butterworth

Oct 10, 2023

 

Peggy Butterworth age 55 of New Market, TN passed away on Tuesday, October10, 2023.  She was born December 27, 1967, in Brownsville, FL.

She is survived by her beloved family that include her husband Raymond Butterworth;  Daughters, Terria Whigham and Cora Butterworth; grandchildren Téa and Zion Whigham; mother, Mary Knight; brother Hank Cox; sister, Libby Eldridge; nieces and...

Jay Patterson

Jay Patterson

Oct 8, 2023

 

JAY PATTERSON, age 59 of Dandridge, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He loved riding motorcycles, driving and working on old cars. He was a brick and stone mason for many years. Jay loved to travel and spend time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Frances...

Roger "Rod" Wayne Mills

Roger "Rod" Wayne Mills

Oct 7, 2023

 

ROGER WAYNE MILLS “ROD”, age 67 of Kodak, TN, passed away on October 7, 2023. He passed away with his daughter, son-in-law and special friend by his side, after an extensive, unrelenting battle with congestive heart failure.

Rod was born in Knoxville, TN to the parents of Opal Flynn and Ernest Mills, Jr. He grew up with many brothers...

James Teddy Correll

James Teddy Correll

Oct 7, 2023

 

Ted “Poppy” Correll, 86 of White Pine, born on June 3, 1937 passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Correll of 56 years; Son, Teddy Correll; Mother, Kathleen Correll; Father, James Nile Correll; Brother, Richard Correll; Sisters, Janice Raines and Nancy Hance. He leaves behind his loving daughter, Sabrina...

Lesa Rena Burus

Lesa Rena Burus

Oct 6, 2023

 

Lesa Rena Burus, age 52 of White Pine, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 6, 2023. If you knew Lesa you loved her, her smile was contagious and her heart was that of gold.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jon Burus; father, Delbert Poe; special Dad, Jay Hatton; sister, Nicole Poe; maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents....

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