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Marty Gibbs, of Oakdale, TN

Marty Gibbs, of Oakdale, TN

Jul 1, 2021

Daniel “Marty” Gibbs went home to be with the Lord July 1st, 2021.

He is preceded death by his parents, James Thomas Gibbs, Sr. and Roberta Kerschieter; brother, James “Tommy” Gibbs, Jr.; and his sister, Donna Faye Tomlinson.

Marty is survived by his wife, Amy Gibbs; children: Joshua (Marli) Smith, Jared Smith and Bridget Morris;...

Joe Beard, of Wartburg, TN

Joe Beard, of Wartburg, TN

Jun 29, 2021

Joe W. Beard, age 62, of Wartburg, went home on Tuesday June 29, 2021 with his loving wife by his side. Joe was born on April 21, 1959 to the late Preacher Paul and Mae Beard and was raised in the Armes Chapel Community of Wartburg. He attended Mill Baptist Church in Harriman. Joe was a truck driver by trade, but...

Galen "Smokey" Branstetter, of Deer Lodge, TN

Galen "Smokey" Branstetter, of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 28, 2021

Galen “Smokey” L. Branstetter, age 71, of Deer Lodge, TN went to be with our Lord on June 27, 2021.

He was born July 24, 1949, in Jackson, Michigan to Lola Mazo and Miller Branstetter, Jr.  He graduated from Monroe High School in Monroe Michigan in 1968.  Married to Gloriann Schmidtling on May 9, 1970, knowing each...

Ronnie Fly, of Gatlinburg, TN

Ronnie Fly, of Gatlinburg, TN

Jun 27, 2021

Ronnie Earl Fly passed away on June 27, 2021.  Ronnie was born near Medina, TN on August 10, 1941.

As a young boy and teenager, Ronnie loved to hunt with his cousin Wade Roberts and fish with his uncle Edwin Climer on the Tennessee River.   Ronnie and Wade were always getting into mischief, like the time as...

Cynthia Mulligan of Deer Lodge, TN

Cynthia Mulligan of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 26, 2021

Cynthia Mulligan, age 61 of Deer Lodge passed away on Saturday, June 26th, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Cynthia was a cosmetologist for many years and a long employee of Life Care of Morgan County.

She is preceded in death by father James Harold Bilbery and brother Jimmy Bilbery.

She is survived...

Pernie Griffith Maner, of Knoxville, TN

Pernie Griffith Maner, of Knoxville, TN

Jun 22, 2021

Pernie Mae Maner

Pernie went home to be with our Heavenly Father on June 22, 2021 surrounded by family.  She was born February 17, 1940 in Robbins, TN.  She worked a myriad of jobs throughout her wonderful life, including working at Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary doing procurement and ultimately she retired from Kroger Grocery Stores.  She was a member of Lone Mountain...

Pearl "Ruth" Hines, of Harriman formerly of Morgan Co., TN

Pearl "Ruth" Hines, of Harriman formerly of Morgan Co., TN

Jun 22, 2021

Pearl Ruth Hines, age 89, of Harriman formerly of Lancing, passed away June 22, 2021.

She is preceded in death by husband, Virgil Hines, great granddaughter, Macy Johnson.

She is survived by 2 children, Linda (Ronnie) Silvey of Harriman and Ray Hines of Calhoun, GA; 5 grandchildren, Karen, Travis, Brittany, Jessica, and Samantha and 6...

Barbara Phillips of Oliver Springs, TN

Barbara Phillips of Oliver Springs, TN

Jun 19, 2021

Barbara Phillips, age 74, of Coalfield passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

She retired from Laborer’s Union Local 818 and was a veteran of the United States Army.  She was a loving, wonderful wife, mother, sister, and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James...

Betty Freels of Wartburg, TN

Betty Freels of Wartburg, TN

Jun 18, 2021

Betty Ann Hall Freels, 72, went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Pleas and Maxine Hall; grandparents, Lee and Betty Gunter and Garrett and Etta Hall; and Gary Freels.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Freels of Wartburg; son Kevin (Tina) Freels of...

Candy Byrd, of Jamestown, TN

Candy Byrd, of Jamestown, TN

Jun 15, 2021

The family has chosen a private service.

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Robert "Bim" Shirks, of Cherokee County, GA.

Robert "Bim" Shirks, of Cherokee County, GA.

Jun 14, 2021

Robert (Bim) Shirks of Cherokee County, GA. Passed away June 14, 2021.  He was raised in Petros and was born October 24, 1953.

He is survived by, Stephanie Falkoff of Johnson City and Miranda Semko of Powder Springs, GA and Jessica Shirks of Cherokee County, GA.

The family will be having a celebration of life,...

Elbert Cochran, of Harriman, TN

Elbert Cochran, of Harriman, TN

Jun 13, 2021

Elbert “Bud” Cochran, born January 10, 1929, entered into his eternal home with Jesus on June 13, 2021, at 4:50 a.m.  He was a loving husband, devoted father, brother, and friend.  He was a devout Christian and faithful member of Boswell Chapel Baptist Church for over 60 years where he served as Deacon and Sunday school teacher.

...

Dean Ellis, of Sunbright, TN

Dean Ellis, of Sunbright, TN

Jun 13, 2021

The family has chosen cremation. No services are scheduled at this time.

Shasta "Shay" Abshire, of Petros, TN

Shasta "Shay" Abshire, of Petros, TN

Jun 13, 2021

Shasta “Shay” Gayle Abshire of Petros, TN passed away peacefully with family on June 13, 2021.  She was born on November 27, 1974, and was raised in Petros, TN.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bobby and Betty Abshire and husband, Darriell Davis.

She is survived by her siblings, Bobby “Bub” Abshire and...

Douglas Carroll, of Kingston, TN

Douglas Carroll, of Kingston, TN

Jun 12, 2021

Douglas Lynn Carroll, age 55, of Kingston, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 12, 2021.  He was born in Clinton on Wednesday, December 8, 1965.

Doug graduated in 1984 from Central High School in Wartburg.

Doug was a unique person, he was caring, lovable and had a fun...

Mary Fouts, of Wartburg

Mary Fouts, of Wartburg

Jun 12, 2021

Mary Anne Justice Fouts went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 12, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Freels Walker and her father, Gary “Moe” Justice.

She is survived by her son, Dillon and his girlfriend Shayla; sister, Amie and Spunky Brown and her nieces; her granny,...

Rita Whited, of Oakdale, TN

Rita Whited, of Oakdale, TN

Jun 11, 2021

Rita Ann Tabler Whited, age 74, went to heaven on June 11, 2021.  She was born to Jim and Ruth Tabler on June 8, 1947.  She was preceded in death by her husband Sherman Whited, along with her parents and grandsons: Kenneth E. Howard III and Zack L. Manis.

She welcomed everyone into her home, for conversation,...

Bertha Natalie Kennedy, of Deer Lodge, TN

Bertha Natalie Kennedy, of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 9, 2021

Bertha Natalie Harlan Kennedy

On June 9, 2021 @ 3:41 am The Lord called home a very special servant Bertha Natalie Kennedy.  Natalie was born February 8,1931 in Phillips, Virginia.  She was preceded in death by her mother Thelma (Dutchie) Harlan, her father James Nathaniel Harlan, her brother Jimmy Harlan, and her husband of 56 years Chester...

Jesse Picca, formerly of Wartburg

Jesse Picca, formerly of Wartburg

Jun 9, 2021

Jesse James Picca

August 26, 1991- June 9, 2021

Our loved one Jesse James Picca left us to go laugh and argue with Jesus until we get to join them.

He was preceded in death by his beloved grandfather, Robert James Picca, and cousin Shay Whalen.

He is survived by his...

Patricia Combs, of Wartburg, TN

Patricia Combs, of Wartburg, TN

Jun 9, 2021

Patricia Anna “Granny” Combs, age 74 of Wartburg passed away on, Tuesday June 9, 2021 at Roane Medical Center. She was preceded in death by parents Wilbur and Mettie Polson. She was a member of Armes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.  Patricia worked at the Tennessee Department of Correction for 28 years and active community member. She also worked at...

Marty Gibbs, of Oakdale, TN

Marty Gibbs, of Oakdale, TN

Jul 1, 2021

Daniel “Marty” Gibbs went home to be with the Lord July 1st, 2021.

He is preceded death by his parents, James Thomas Gibbs, Sr. and Roberta Kerschieter; brother, James “Tommy” Gibbs, Jr.; and his sister, Donna Faye Tomlinson.

Marty is survived by his wife, Amy Gibbs; children: Joshua (Marli) Smith, Jared Smith and Bridget Morris;...

Joe Beard, of Wartburg, TN

Joe Beard, of Wartburg, TN

Jun 29, 2021

Joe W. Beard, age 62, of Wartburg, went home on Tuesday June 29, 2021 with his loving wife by his side. Joe was born on April 21, 1959 to the late Preacher Paul and Mae Beard and was raised in the Armes Chapel Community of Wartburg. He attended Mill Baptist Church in Harriman. Joe was a truck driver by trade, but...

Galen "Smokey" Branstetter, of Deer Lodge, TN

Galen "Smokey" Branstetter, of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 28, 2021

Galen “Smokey” L. Branstetter, age 71, of Deer Lodge, TN went to be with our Lord on June 27, 2021.

He was born July 24, 1949, in Jackson, Michigan to Lola Mazo and Miller Branstetter, Jr.  He graduated from Monroe High School in Monroe Michigan in 1968.  Married to Gloriann Schmidtling on May 9, 1970, knowing each...

Ronnie Fly, of Gatlinburg, TN

Ronnie Fly, of Gatlinburg, TN

Jun 27, 2021

Ronnie Earl Fly passed away on June 27, 2021.  Ronnie was born near Medina, TN on August 10, 1941.

As a young boy and teenager, Ronnie loved to hunt with his cousin Wade Roberts and fish with his uncle Edwin Climer on the Tennessee River.   Ronnie and Wade were always getting into mischief, like the time as...

Cynthia Mulligan of Deer Lodge, TN

Cynthia Mulligan of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 26, 2021

Cynthia Mulligan, age 61 of Deer Lodge passed away on Saturday, June 26th, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Cynthia was a cosmetologist for many years and a long employee of Life Care of Morgan County.

She is preceded in death by father James Harold Bilbery and brother Jimmy Bilbery.

She is survived...

Pernie Griffith Maner, of Knoxville, TN

Pernie Griffith Maner, of Knoxville, TN

Jun 22, 2021

Pernie Mae Maner

Pernie went home to be with our Heavenly Father on June 22, 2021 surrounded by family.  She was born February 17, 1940 in Robbins, TN.  She worked a myriad of jobs throughout her wonderful life, including working at Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary doing procurement and ultimately she retired from Kroger Grocery Stores.  She was a member of Lone Mountain...

Pearl "Ruth" Hines, of Harriman formerly of Morgan Co., TN

Pearl "Ruth" Hines, of Harriman formerly of Morgan Co., TN

Jun 22, 2021

Pearl Ruth Hines, age 89, of Harriman formerly of Lancing, passed away June 22, 2021.

She is preceded in death by husband, Virgil Hines, great granddaughter, Macy Johnson.

She is survived by 2 children, Linda (Ronnie) Silvey of Harriman and Ray Hines of Calhoun, GA; 5 grandchildren, Karen, Travis, Brittany, Jessica, and Samantha and 6...

Barbara Phillips of Oliver Springs, TN

Barbara Phillips of Oliver Springs, TN

Jun 19, 2021

Barbara Phillips, age 74, of Coalfield passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021, at her home surrounded by family and friends.

She retired from Laborer’s Union Local 818 and was a veteran of the United States Army.  She was a loving, wonderful wife, mother, sister, and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James...

Betty Freels of Wartburg, TN

Betty Freels of Wartburg, TN

Jun 18, 2021

Betty Ann Hall Freels, 72, went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Pleas and Maxine Hall; grandparents, Lee and Betty Gunter and Garrett and Etta Hall; and Gary Freels.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Freels of Wartburg; son Kevin (Tina) Freels of...

Candy Byrd, of Jamestown, TN

Candy Byrd, of Jamestown, TN

Jun 15, 2021

The family has chosen a private service.

Check back for complete obituary.

Robert "Bim" Shirks, of Cherokee County, GA.

Robert "Bim" Shirks, of Cherokee County, GA.

Jun 14, 2021

Robert (Bim) Shirks of Cherokee County, GA. Passed away June 14, 2021.  He was raised in Petros and was born October 24, 1953.

He is survived by, Stephanie Falkoff of Johnson City and Miranda Semko of Powder Springs, GA and Jessica Shirks of Cherokee County, GA.

The family will be having a celebration of life,...

Elbert Cochran, of Harriman, TN

Elbert Cochran, of Harriman, TN

Jun 13, 2021

Elbert “Bud” Cochran, born January 10, 1929, entered into his eternal home with Jesus on June 13, 2021, at 4:50 a.m.  He was a loving husband, devoted father, brother, and friend.  He was a devout Christian and faithful member of Boswell Chapel Baptist Church for over 60 years where he served as Deacon and Sunday school teacher.

...

Dean Ellis, of Sunbright, TN

Dean Ellis, of Sunbright, TN

Jun 13, 2021

The family has chosen cremation. No services are scheduled at this time.

Shasta "Shay" Abshire, of Petros, TN

Shasta "Shay" Abshire, of Petros, TN

Jun 13, 2021

Shasta “Shay” Gayle Abshire of Petros, TN passed away peacefully with family on June 13, 2021.  She was born on November 27, 1974, and was raised in Petros, TN.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bobby and Betty Abshire and husband, Darriell Davis.

She is survived by her siblings, Bobby “Bub” Abshire and...

Douglas Carroll, of Kingston, TN

Douglas Carroll, of Kingston, TN

Jun 12, 2021

Douglas Lynn Carroll, age 55, of Kingston, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 12, 2021.  He was born in Clinton on Wednesday, December 8, 1965.

Doug graduated in 1984 from Central High School in Wartburg.

Doug was a unique person, he was caring, lovable and had a fun...

Mary Fouts, of Wartburg

Mary Fouts, of Wartburg

Jun 12, 2021

Mary Anne Justice Fouts went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 12, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Freels Walker and her father, Gary “Moe” Justice.

She is survived by her son, Dillon and his girlfriend Shayla; sister, Amie and Spunky Brown and her nieces; her granny,...

Rita Whited, of Oakdale, TN

Rita Whited, of Oakdale, TN

Jun 11, 2021

Rita Ann Tabler Whited, age 74, went to heaven on June 11, 2021.  She was born to Jim and Ruth Tabler on June 8, 1947.  She was preceded in death by her husband Sherman Whited, along with her parents and grandsons: Kenneth E. Howard III and Zack L. Manis.

She welcomed everyone into her home, for conversation,...

Bertha Natalie Kennedy, of Deer Lodge, TN

Bertha Natalie Kennedy, of Deer Lodge, TN

Jun 9, 2021

Bertha Natalie Harlan Kennedy

On June 9, 2021 @ 3:41 am The Lord called home a very special servant Bertha Natalie Kennedy.  Natalie was born February 8,1931 in Phillips, Virginia.  She was preceded in death by her mother Thelma (Dutchie) Harlan, her father James Nathaniel Harlan, her brother Jimmy Harlan, and her husband of 56 years Chester...

Jesse Picca, formerly of Wartburg

Jesse Picca, formerly of Wartburg

Jun 9, 2021

Jesse James Picca

August 26, 1991- June 9, 2021

Our loved one Jesse James Picca left us to go laugh and argue with Jesus until we get to join them.

He was preceded in death by his beloved grandfather, Robert James Picca, and cousin Shay Whalen.

He is survived by his...

Patricia Combs, of Wartburg, TN

Patricia Combs, of Wartburg, TN

Jun 9, 2021

Patricia Anna “Granny” Combs, age 74 of Wartburg passed away on, Tuesday June 9, 2021 at Roane Medical Center. She was preceded in death by parents Wilbur and Mettie Polson. She was a member of Armes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.  Patricia worked at the Tennessee Department of Correction for 28 years and active community member. She also worked at...

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