Obituaries

Rema Litton

Rema Litton

Feb 1, 2013

Mrs. Rema Litton, age 87 of Oakdale, passed away Friday February 1, 2013 at the home of her daughter in Knoxville. She was preceded in death by her husband: James Litton. And her son: Gary Litton. She is survived by her daughter: Debbie Litton of Knoxville. Family and friends will meet at Roane Memorial Gardens Tuesday February 5, 2013 for...

Richard  Douglas Carter

Richard Douglas Carter

Jan 27, 2013

Mr. Richard Douglas Carter Sr., age 70, of Kingston formerly of Coalfield went home to be with the Lord Sunday January 27, 2013. He was a graduate of Coalfield High School and the University of Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents: Clyde & Linda Lively Carter. He is survived by his wife of 49 years: Sharon Moore...

Lucille Lunsford

Lucille Lunsford

Jan 27, 2013

Mrs. Lucille Goshorn Lunsford, age 90, of Oliver Springs, passed away January 27, 2013 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husbands: Yotsey Lunsford and R.P. Burgess. Step son: Rudy Burgess. Son-in-law: Ray Davis Two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by two sons: Jack & Joyce Lunsford of Phoenix, AZ And Rolla & Patricia Lunsford...

John  Randolph Rogers

John Randolph Rogers

Jan 26, 2013

Mr. John Randolph Rogers, Sr., age 88 of Harriman, passed away Saturday January 26, 2013 at NHC Healthcare in Athens. John was born January 31, 1925 in Kingston to the late Rufus and Mae Rogers. He was retired from Martin Marietta in Oak Ridge. John served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II. He faithfully served the...

Anna  Lee Smith

Anna Lee Smith

Jan 25, 2013

Mrs. Anna Lee Kennedy Smith, age 71 of Wartburg, formerly of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away Friday January 25, 2013 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents: Dillard and Sallie Taylor Kennedy. Three brothers: Jackie, Carl and Merle Kennedy. One sister: Phyllis Thompson....

Leo  Edward Meyer

Leo Edward Meyer

Jan 23, 2013

Mr. Leo "Bud" Meyer, age 77 of Kingston, passed away Wednesday January 24, 2013 at his home. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Meyer was retired from Delta Airline after more than 20 years of service and was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Athens. He is preceded in death by his parents:...

Emma  Elizabeth Murray

Emma Elizabeth Murray

Jan 22, 2013

Mrs. Emma Murray, age 97, of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday January 22, 2013 at Harriman Care and Rehab Center. She was preceded in death by her husband: Clyde Murray. She is survived by a special nephew and care-giver: John Underwood and a host of other nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held Thursday...

Shirley  Ann Smith

Shirley Ann Smith

Jan 21, 2013

Mrs. Shirley Voyles Smith, age 75 of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord Monday January 21, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family. She has been a faithful member of Big Emory Baptist Church since she joined the church in 1950. Shirley worked at Burlington Mills in Harriman for more than 19 years. She later went to...

Michael Gallahar

Michael Gallahar

Jan 19, 2013

Mr. Michael Gallahar, age 66 of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord Saturday January 19, 2013. He retired from the United States Marine Corps in May of 1980. Michael was also retired from TVA's Kinston Fossil Plant. He was a member of the NAACP, the American Legion Post 232 in Harriman and the Harriman Junction Masonic Lodge #103....

Anna  Pauline Cooper

Anna Pauline Cooper

Jan 18, 2013

Mrs. Pauline (Fritts) Cooper, age 97 , of Harriman, passed away Friday, January 18, 2013 at Harriman Care and Rehab. She served Roane County as a teacher for 44 years. Pauline was, also, a member of the Harriman United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband: Mack Cooper Two sisters: Louise Johnson and Sara Belle Hamby And...

Carolyn  Lee Daniels

Carolyn Lee Daniels

Jan 17, 2013

Mrs. Carolyn L. Daniels, age 59 of Harriman, passed away Thursday January 17, 2013 at Roane Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband: Butch Daniels One sister: Karen Daniels And one grandson: Jonathan Daniels. She is survived by two sons: Jonathan and Jagger Daniels Three daughters: LeAnne Ibarra, Jessica Daniels, and January Daniels One sister: Kathy Hickey...

Michael  Dewayne Ausburn

Michael Dewayne Ausburn

Jan 17, 2013

Mr. Michael Dewayne Ausburn, age 42, passed away, Thursday, January 16, 2013 at his home. He is preceded in death by his father: James Ausburn. He is survived by his mother: Sandra Schubert Ausburn of Harriman. Three children: Skyler, Michael, and Lacy Ausburn of Coalfield. Two brothers: Rick and Stephen Ausburn both of Harriman, TN And a host of nieces,...

Brenda  Sue Collins

Brenda Sue Collins

Jan 11, 2013

Mrs. Brenda Sue Gibson Collins, age 68 of Oliver Springs, passed away Friday January 11, 2013 at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents: Walter and Lyda Finks Gibson. She is survived by her husband: Freddy Collins. Three sons: Freddy Jr., Michael and Robert Collins all of Oliver Springs. Two brothers: James Gibson of Midtown and Don...

Harold  Berryton Staples

Harold Berryton Staples

Jan 10, 2013

Mr. Harold Staples age 79, of Oakdale passed away Thursday January 10, 2013 at his home. He is survived by his wife: Melba Siniard Staples. Son: Phillip Staples of Oakdale. Two daughters: Cindy Moore and Debbie Edwards of Lenoir City. 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Saturday January 12, 2012 at Davis Funeral Home, Harriman...

Freddie  Lewis Hatfield

Freddie Lewis Hatfield

Jan 9, 2013

Mr. Freddie L. Hatfield, age 64 of Pine Orchard Community, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday January 9, 2013 at his home. He was a member of Pine Orchard Baptist Church. Freddie was a veteran of the United States Army. He served in Vietnam and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was preceded in death by his parents:...

Clyde  Arnold Vowell

Clyde Arnold Vowell

Jan 7, 2013

Mr. Clyde A. Vowell, Jr., age 63 of Ten Mile, passed away Monday January 7, 2013 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. He was a member of Fowlerville Lodge 164 F&AM in Fowlerville, MI. Clyde was also a member of the South Roane County Volunteer Fire Department where he started their First Responder Program. He also served...

Joyce  Marie Winnie

Joyce Marie Winnie

Jan 3, 2013

Mrs. Joyce Hacker Winnie, age 66 of Wartburg, passed away Thursday January 3, 2013 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was preceded in death by her father: Zirkle Hacker. She is survived by her husband: Ray Winnie. And her son: Anthony Winnie both of Wartburg. Her mother: Reba Hacker. One brother: David Hacker both of Harriman. And two...

Benny  Harold Williford

Benny Harold Williford

Dec 29, 2012

Mr. Benny Williford, age 74 of Harriman, passed away Saturday December 29, 2012 at Roane Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife: Marilyn Worley Williford. His parents and his brothers and sisters. He is survived by two sons: Randy and Mark Williford. One daughter: Donna Yaeger. Four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a host of nieces and...

Syble  Louise Roberts

Syble Louise Roberts

Dec 12, 2012

Mrs. Syble Louise Roberts, age 86 of Harriman, passed away Wednesday December 12, 2012 at Roane Medical Center. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. She was preceded in death by her husband: Chester S. Roberts. Two sons: Jr and Jimmy Roberts. Three daughters: Vivin Teal, Dinah Roberts and Linda Roberts. She is survived by two...

Dixie  Lee Duty

Dixie Lee Duty

Dec 11, 2012

Mrs. Dixie Hall Duty, age 69 of Wartburg, passed away Tuesday December 11, 2012 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of Big Mountain Baptist Church. Dixie was a loving mother and grandmother and always had a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by two husbands: Edsel Dalton Hall and Henry "Buster" Duty. Her...

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