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George R Carmichael

George R Carmichael

Sep 15, 2020

George R. Carmichael, age 93, of White Pine passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 15, 2020. He was retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service. He is preceded in death by his wife of 40+ years, Nora Mooneyham Carmichael, Step-daughter, Aileen Black, parents, Frank and Dovie Carmichael; siblings, Robert Carmichael (Molly), Ceil Carmichael (Nell), Bonnie...

Patricia A. Lane

Patricia A. Lane

Sep 14, 2020

Patricia A. Lane, 70, of White Pine, TN passed away at Johnson City Medical Center on Monday, September 14, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Lucille Beason; siblings, Ronnie Beason, Susie Beason, Bunny Beason and Nancy Crumley. Patricia is survived by her husband of 53 years, Charles “Charlie” Lane; sons, Brian Keith Lane, Jeff (Amy)...

Sheri Lea Katulich

Sheri Lea Katulich

Sep 10, 2020

Sheri Lea Katulich, age 57, of Strawberry Plains, TN passed away on September 10, 2020. Sheri is survived by her daughter, Dana Bowser; grandchildren, Logan Bowser, Jordan Bowser, and Sydney Bowser; parents, Samuel and Kay Jarvis; sisters, Beth Norris and Heather Rumbut; brother, Duane Jarvis; and significant other, Tommy Cowan. Graveside inurnment service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 9,...

Bobby Ray Collins

Bobby Ray Collins

Sep 9, 2020

BOBBY RAY COLLINS, age 71, of Talbott, TN passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at home. He was a member of Alpha Baptist Church, and co-owner of Broadway Service Center. Preceded in death by parents, Willie and Lucille Collins; and nephew, Tracy Collins. He is survived by wife, Alice Collins; daughters, Donna Rickard (Daniel), Letitia Singleton (Richard), and Tonya Collins;...

George Steven Rines

George Steven Rines

Sep 9, 2020

GEORGE STEVEN RINES, age 68, of Talbott, TN passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at home. He was retired from Wallace Hardware after 48 years of service, and a member of Lebanon Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Preceded in death by parents, George and Esther Rines. He is survived by his wife, Deborah Rines; children,...

Carol Parsons Johnson

Carol Parsons Johnson

Sep 6, 2020

Carol Parsons Johnson, age 76 of New Market, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020. She had worked in childcare for over 20 years. Working at Evelyn’s Learn and Play Daycare for 5 years and Tenderheart Daycare in Jefferson City for 8 years. Carol is preceded in death by her parents; Amy and Emma Lou Martin Parsons, husband; Larry O....

Ronna Sonja Wilson

Ronna Sonja Wilson

Sep 5, 2020

Ronna Sonja Wilson, 72, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020. She was born in Panama City, Florida and later moved to White Pine, Tennessee. She attended Leadvale Baptist Church and Breath of Life Ministries. She was preceded in death by her parents, AC and Carrie Pennington and sister, Carolyn Sexton. Survivors include her brother, William Steven (Wanda) Pennington, brother-in-law, Ray...

Lester "Tink" Eugene Byrd

Lester "Tink" Eugene Byrd

Sep 5, 2020

LESTER EUGENE “TINK” BYRD, born August 21, 1949 departed his earthly home for his heavenly home on Saturday, September 5, 2020. He always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. He was a beloved husband, son, father, step-father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Tink was a special person who made everyone feel welcome and cared for those...

John Thomas

John Thomas

Sep 4, 2020

JOHN (J.T.) FRANKLIN THOMAS, age 44, of Jefferson City, TN won his battle with cancer on September 4, 2020. John was a loving husband, father, son, coach, farmer, spiritual leader, and friend to all; a dedicated employee and worker at ATT for 22 years; and attended the Avenue Church. John loved life and people, and he managed to find joy...

Barry James "B.J." Rolen

Barry James "B.J." Rolen

Sep 4, 2020

USAF Tsgt Barry James "B.J." Rolen, of Talbott, TN passed away September 4, 2020. Barry was born on October 9, 1981 to Jim and Judy Rolen. He was a 2000 graduate of JCHS and graduated from Northeastern University in 2013 with his Master of Finance. Barry retired 8/31/20 after 20 faithful years of Air Force service, having been stationed in...

Huesta White

Huesta White

Sep 3, 2020

HUESTA WHITE, age 86, of Jefferson City, TN, passed away September 3, 2020. She was a life long member of Martha Davis Baptist Church, and the Martha Davis Senior Choir. She was also a member of the Willing Workers Club, and was an employee of Magnavox for many years. Preceded in death by her husband, S.F.C. Joseph C. White; parents...

Evelyn F. Breeden

Evelyn F. Breeden

Sep 2, 2020

EVELYN F. BREEDEN, age 74, of Talbott, TN passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Otha and Ethel Carmichael; brother, Dale Eugene Carmichael; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Elliott. She is survived by husband, Jack Breeden; brother, George “Buck” Carmichael (Helen, dec.), Johnny Carmichael (Geraldine); and several nieces and nephews....

Dorothy Ellen Purkey

Dorothy Ellen Purkey

Sep 2, 2020

DOROTHY ELLEN PURKEY, age 86, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Friendsview Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Jake Purkey; sons, Joe, Johnny and Lawrence Purkey; daughter, Linda Moody; great-grandson, Justin Golden. She is survived by her daughter, Connie (Wayne) Golden; grandchildren, Wayne Allen Golden, April Golden,...

Barry Wayne Wicker

Barry Wayne Wicker

Sep 2, 2020

BARRY WAYNE WICKER, age 43, of Jefferson City, TN passed away peacefully on September 2, 2020. He lived life to the fullest and had a one of a kind laugh. He always had a way of putting a smile on everyone’s face, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Preceded by grandparents, Elmer and Arvie Boggs. He...

James Steven Calloway

James Steven Calloway

Sep 1, 2020

James Steven "Steve/Junior" Calloway, of Knoxville, TN, passed away September 1, 2020, unexpectedly, but with family by his side. He was born October 29, 1968 to James A. and M. Annette Calloway in Jacksonville, FL. Steve attended Winter Haven High School, in Winter Haven, Florida, with the class of 1986. He joined the U.S. Army later that year and served...

Verna Eslinger Lincoln

Verna Eslinger Lincoln

Aug 31, 2020

VERNA ESLINGER LINCOLN, age 91, of New Market, TN passed away August 31, 2020. She was a member of Wooten Chapel United Methodist Church and retired from New Market Elementary School. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Preceded by parents, Guy and Edith Turner; sister, Ethel Johnson Anderson; first husband, Alger Eslinger; second husband who preceded her...

April McCoy Marvel

April McCoy Marvel

Aug 30, 2020

April Jean (McCoy) Marvel, age 38 of Dandridge, TN, born June 4, 1982 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020. She is preceded in death by her father, Scott McCoy, grandfather, Hughes Austin, grandparents, William and Mary Lou Siebert. April is survived by her loving husband Rod Marvel, Jr., children Danielle Marvel, Rebecca Marvel, Taylor Marvel-Smith,...

Margaret Elizabeth Templin-Hall

Margaret Elizabeth Templin-Hall

Aug 30, 2020

Margaret Elizabeth Templin-Hall, age 93 of White Pine, TN, passed away at her home on August 30, 2020. She was a retired teacher from White Pine Elementary after 32 years of service and a devoted lifetime servant of the Lord and a member of Leadvale Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Joe Hall;...

Helen "Pinkie" Farrar

Helen "Pinkie" Farrar

Aug 29, 2020

Helen Ward “Pinkie” Farrar, age 93 of Dandridge passed away Saturday, August 29, 2020 at her home. She was a member of the Dandridge First United Methodist Church. She was born in Clinton, TN the daughter of the late James and Alice (Enix) Ward. Preceded in death by her husband, Roy E. “Toad” Farrar and an infant twin son. Helen...

Warren Thomas Lincoln

Warren Thomas Lincoln

Aug 29, 2020

WARREN THOMAS LINCOLN SR., age 84, of New Market, TN passed away Saturday, August 29, 2020 at his residence. Warren was a loving husband and a devoted Christian. He was a hardworking man and enjoyed being a pilot. He is preceded in death by his son, Coy Anders. Survived by his wife, Verna Lincoln; sons, Tom Lincoln, Tim Lincoln, and...