Jan 9, 2024

Mr. Robert “Bob” Pio, age 80, of Harriman passed away Tuesday January 9, 2024 at Roane Medical Center. He retired from Chase Instruments in Rockwood, Tennessee. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and was a past Grand Knight of the Knights of Colombus.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Virginia...

Jan 5, 2024

Mr. Mark Duane Stedam, age 54 of Lancing, passed away Friday January 5, 2024, at Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville. Mark was born on July 25, 1969, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Les and Linda Stedam.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law: Freda Stedam.

He is survived...

Jan 4, 2024

Mr. Franklin D. “Frank” Tucker, age 84 of Wartburg, passed away Thursday January 4, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. He was a member of Emerald Lodge # 377 in Wartburg. Frank lived a life of service to his fellow man. He retired from the United States Army after more than 20 years of service...

Jan 2, 2024

Mr. Kenneth Paul “Kenny” Knight Sr, age 66, of Mossy Grove went home to be with his loving Father on January 2, 2023.

He was preceded in death by parents: Raymond Knight Sr and Nancy Stringfield Knight.

His loving wife Delphine “DeeDee” Jackson Knight.

Along with several siblings.

He is survived...

Jan 1, 2024

Ms. Traci Franklin, 56, of Harriman passed away January 1, 2024, at her home.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Ricky Franklin.

Father: Herbert Effinger.

Survived by her son: Devan Franklin.

Daughter & son-in-law: Marilyn & Kenny Miller.

Mother: Martha Effinger.

Three grandchildren: Rylie, Lincoln,...

Dec 30, 2023

Shelby Gilmore passed away on Dec 30, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 29, 2023

Mrs. Christine Young, age 79 of Wartburg, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Friday December 29, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a member of the Sunbright Chapter 303 Order of the Eastern Star, and also a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church in New River. Christine loved going to church and singing. She...

Dec 25, 2023

Mrs. Cecilia Neal, age 83, of Harriman passed away December 25, 2023, at Roane Medical Center.  She was a member of Crab Orchard Baptist Church.  Cecilia worked at RedKap for 20 years and AGA Insurance in Kingston.  She loved working outside in her gardens and flowers.

She was preceded in death by two husbands: Charles Potter and...

Dec 18, 2023

Mrs. Sarah Jane Daniels Smith, age 87 of Oakdale, passed away December 18, 2023, at her home.  She was a loving wife, mother, and friend.

She is proceeded in death by her husband: James E. Smith.

Parents: William & Mabel Daniels.

Sister & brother-in-law: Anna Lee & Tony Huddleston.

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Dec 8, 2023

Mrs. Angela Daniella Sandifer Cook, age 48 of Sunbright, was called home to be with her Lord Friday December 8, 2023, at her home with her family by her side. Her family was her whole world, and she loved to do anything she could for them. Angela enjoyed making jewelry, it was the highlight of her day when she...

Dec 8, 2023

Preston Lyfe “P-Man” Wells, 12, went to be with the lord December 8, 2023, at East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He was a member of New Life Church of God in Midtown. He played football for the Harriman Blue Devils from the time that he was four, he loved singing in church, the University of Tennessee, and the Tennessee Titans....

Dec 7, 2023

Mr. Chance Sandifer, 39 of Sunbright, passed away December 6th, 2023, from a motorcycle accident. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle more than anything. He loved the speed, the wind in his face, the freedom he felt while riding, and loved the Florida Gators. He said “When I die I want to die on my motorcycle, if that happens just...

Dec 6, 2023

Mr. Freddie Ray Williford, 73, of Oakdale passed away December 6, 2023, at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert & Ethel Williford.

Two brothers: Jerry Williford and Clarence Williford.

Four sisters: Bobbi Williford, Irma Young, Irene Williford, and Patsy Hamilton.

He is...

Dec 4, 2023

Ms. Betty Westmoreland, 86, of Harriman passed away December 4, 2023, at Roane Medical Center.  She enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her two sons: Roger Dale Preston and Eddie Hines.

Daughter: Nancy Drain.

Survived by her two sons: Terry Hines and James...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Donald Elmer Gooch, 92, of Harriman, passed away November 30, 2023, at Roane Medical Center.

He was predeceased by his wife: Wanda June Gooch.

Son: Mike Gooch.

Son-in-law: Charles Lee Sadler.

He is survived by his son: David Gooch.

Daughter: Teresa Sadler.

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Nov 20, 2023

Ms. Janie Sue Sexton, 69, of Harriman was born on November 10, 1954, in Waco, Texas.  After a short battle with cancer, Janie passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 20, 2023.  She was of Baptist faith and an active member of Mt Pisgah Baptist Church.  She had also attended Meadowview Baptist Church in Wartburg for many years. ...

Nov 19, 2023

Mr. Jimmy Sexton, Sr., age 77 of Rockwood passed away November 19, 2023, at his home.  He served in the US Marine Corps and worked at TVA Kingston.

He is preceded in death by his parents: JC & Ottie Sexton.

Brother: Larry Sexton, Sr.

He is survived by his son: Jimmy Sexton, Jr....

Nov 18, 2023

Ms. Elizabeth Futrell, 69, of Rockwood passed away November 18, 2023, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.  She was a member of Mt. Teman Baptist Church.  She loved to paint and work on crafts, reading books, and working in the gardens and flowers.

She is preceded in death by her father: Leland Powell.

Mother: Jimmy...

Nov 18, 2023

Mrs. Mary Lou Stamey King Owen, age 84 of Rockwood, passed away November 18, 2023, at Victorian Square in Rockwood.  She was a member of the Courts of Praise Church of God in Harriman.  She loved to dance, be outdoors and have a good time with family and friends.

She is proceeded in death by her parents:...

Nov 16, 2023

Mr. Junior Hawn, age 85 of the Frankfort Community, passed away Thursday November 16, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Junior loved his milk cows, and was a hardworking, and generous man.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Cecil and Lennis Potter Hawn.

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