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Sandra J. Bush

Sandra J. Bush

Jun 15, 2026

Sandra 'Sandi' Bush, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday June 15, 2026. Sandi is now at peace and resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a courageous battle with cancer. No doubt, there was a huge 'welcome home' party in Heaven for her, with her family and friends in attendance. Some of her last...

Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Noonkesser

Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Noonkesser

Jul 2, 2026

RONALD LEE “RONNIE” NOONKESSER, age 77 of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday morning, July 2, 2026, at the Ben Atchley Home for Veterans of Knoxville following an extended illness. He grew up in the Chestnut Grove community where he enjoyed working on the family farm with his uncles and repairing farm equipment. He worked and retired from JTekt of Morristown....

Robin C. French

Robin C. French

Jul 1, 2026

Robin C. French, age 56 of Jefferson City, passed away suddenly on the morning of July 1, 2026.

Robin's greatest joy in life was being "Gamma" to her five grandchildren. She also loved music, writing poetry, and singing. She will be remembered as a loving daughter, sister mother, grandmother, and friend.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Jenkins French,...

Terry Lynn Warfield

Terry Lynn Warfield

Jul 1, 2026

Terry Lynn Warfield, age 69, of Elizabethton, TN, formerly of White Pine passed away at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. She loved spending time with her grandkids and enjoyed coloring, doing puzzles and crossword puzzles. She also loved traveling to Virginia Beach and enjoyed yard selling and thrifting.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Betty Jean...

Joan E. Edmonds

Joan E. Edmonds

Jul 1, 2026

Joan E. Edmonds, age 89 of Dandridge, TN passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at her home. She was born and raised in Dandridge, being the daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn (Manning) Cox. Joan was a former employee of EPCO of Dandridge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Edmonds; sister, Jean Bounds and brother, Joe...

Billy Joe LeFevers

Billy Joe LeFevers

Jun 29, 2026

Billy Joe LeFevers, age 72, went to be with the Lord suddenly on Monday June 29, 2026. Billy was a proud veteran of the United States Army in which he entered in January 31, 1973 and was honorably discharged on January 30, 1976. He then went to work for Berkline Inc. for 30 plus years before retiring. He is proceeded...

Margery Mae Mushlitz

Margery Mae Mushlitz

Jun 28, 2026

Margery Mae “Sorensen” Mushlitz, age 86, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 surrounded by friends and family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and “GG”. Margery dedicated her life to the Red Cross disaster relief, however, in her free time, she was an animal lover who loved to be outdoors, gardening and bird watching. When...

Violet Bailey

Violet Bailey

Jun 28, 2026

In Loving Memory of Violet Mae Bailey May 30, 1947 – June 28, 2026. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Violet Mae Bailey, who peacefully departed this life at home after six months with hospice on June 28, 2026, at the age of 79. Violet was a loving mother, devoted grandmother, proud great-grandmother, caring sister, and faithful friend....

Dennis J. Puleo

Dennis J. Puleo

Jun 27, 2026

Dennis J. Puleo, age 80 of Talbott, TN, passed away peacefully surrounded in the loving arms of his family on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Dennis is now at peace with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a short courageous battle with cancer.

Born on December 19, 1945 in Batavia, New York, Dennis lived a life defined by faith, family, and...

Cheryl Ann Mott

Cheryl Ann Mott

Jun 27, 2026

CHERYL ANN WHITT MOTT, age 68 of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026. She was a faithful member of the Bridges Chapel Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Evelyn Whitt and is survived by her son, Corey Stalans; sister, Mary Ledford; brothers, Melvin “Buddy” (Kim) Whitt and James...

Jessica Nicole Shaw

Jessica Nicole Shaw

Jun 25, 2026

Jessica Nicole Shaw, age 38 of Newport, TN, passed away on June 25, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Robin Shaw; brother, Zack Emory; and papaw, Bob Shaw. She is survived by her children, Kaylee, Kaycee, and three younger children; sister, Christy (Jeremy) Tipton; fiancé, Shannon Dyke; several nieces, nephews, and other...

Norma Jean Clark

Norma Jean Clark

Jun 23, 2026

Norma Jean Clark, age 83 of Chestnut Hill, TN, went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 23, 2026, in her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 26, 1942 in Hamblen County to Vaughnee Collins. On December 14, 1959, Norma married the love of her life, Reverend John Clark, and together they built a...

Deborah Shelton Poarch

Deborah Shelton Poarch

Jun 23, 2026

Deborah Poarch, age 63, of White Pine passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, after a brief illness at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare Systems. She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Sarah Shelton, late husband, Bill Poarch, sisters, C. L. Roberts, Elgiva Moss, brothers, Albert, Andrew, John, Robert Shelton.

Deborah is survived by her children, Becky (Chris) France, Chadd...

James Phillip Carver

James Phillip Carver

Jun 20, 2026

James Phillip "Phil" Carver, age 74 of Morristown (formerly of Dandridge) passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday June 20, 2026.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Carver and Ina Matthews Smith; an infant sister, Virginia Gail Carver; and half-siblings, Debbie & Kenneth Smith.

He is survived by his children, Trevis Carver and Corinthia (Bobby) Braly of Pulaski,...

Melissa Talley

Melissa Talley

Jun 19, 2026

Melissa Talley passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at her home surrounded by the love of her family. She entered into the presence of the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and grace. Melissa was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Kenda Talley; her father, Larry Liner; and beloved friend Robert M. She is survived by...

Velma J. Puckett Houser

Velma J. Puckett Houser

Jun 16, 2026

VELMA PUCKETT HOUSER, age 88 of the Piedmont Community of New Market passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Bertha (Bull) Neal and was preceded in death by her husbands, Bobbie D. Puckett and Frank Houser; brothers, George and John (Dick) and Ralph Neal and...

Joseph Allen Cross

Joseph Allen Cross

Jun 15, 2026

Joseph “Joe” Allen Cross, age 89, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on June 15, 2026. He was a member of Ridgedale Baptist Church, Chattanooga, TN. He retired from TVA. Joe Allen never met a stranger and loved to spend his time talking with family, friends, and neighbors.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Cross; sisters,...

Jeffrey Stephens Pappas

Jeffrey Stephens Pappas

Jun 14, 2026

Jeffrey Stephens Pappas, 56, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on June 14, 2026.

Born on May 7th, 1971 in Chicago, Illinois, Jeffrey lived a life defined by courage, service, dedication, and love for his family and community.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis Privett Martin and George Pappas. Jeff leaves behind his loving wife, Kathy...

Ralph H. Belcher

Ralph H. Belcher

Jun 13, 2026

Ralph H. Belcher age 88, of White Pine passed away suddenly Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was the best husband, father, brother and grandfather. He was of the Baptist faith and a member of the French Broad Baptist Church of Dandridge. He was born in Big Stone Gap, VA. He served in the US Air Force for 4 years and...

David Lee Wilson

David Lee Wilson

Jun 12, 2026

David Lee Wilson, age 66 of Dandridge, TN, went to be with the Lord on June 12, 2026. He enjoyed being at home, spending time with family, and watching racing.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Junior Wilson and Martha Bennett; brother, Mike Wilson; and niece, Michelle Wilson. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Wilson Rymer; daughter, Lea...