Obituaries
Barbara Whitson
Oct 15, 2025
Barbara Jean Whitson earned her wings on October 15, 2025, at home with her family. Born on November 10, 1933, Jean loved her family, gospel music, and Braves baseball. She spent most of her life in Harriman working in the hosiery mill and later as a waitress at the Cracker Barrel. Jean was always ready to go to a gospel singing or concert...
Sherle Bales
Oct 10, 2025
Ms. Sherle O'Mary Bales, age 56, of Harriman passed away from heart failure Friday October 10, 2025, at her home. She loved fishing at the lake, Georgia football, and most of all her family.
She is preceded in death by her father: Robert Sneed.
Mother: Brenda Gross.
Sister: Karen Lawson.
She is survived by her son:...
Marley Reece Davis
Oct 1, 2025
Marley Reece Davis, infant daughter of Andy and Robyn Davis of Oneida, was born an angel, Wednesday October 1, 2025, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville.
She is preceded in death by her brother: Aaden Davis.
And her grandfather: Ed Davis.
Along with her parents, Marley is survived by her brothers and sisters: Olivia, Benton, Aubree, Karsyn, and Abbie.
Her grandparents: Jim and Jeanne...
Jerry Rucker
Sep 28, 2025
Mr. Jerry Franklin Rucker, age 72, of Kingston, passed away September 28, 2025, at his home with family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Hugh & Edna Rucker.
Brother: G. Eugene Rucker.
Sister: Marie Guinn.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years: Virginia Rucker.
Two sisters-in-law: June Cission and Jan Farmer, both of Kingston.
Special nephew: Tyler & wife Katie...
Christian Aydelotte
Sep 26, 2025
Mr. Christian A. Aydelotte, 28, of Rockwood, passed away on September 26, 2025. He always enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing video games.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Jane Mullins, Harold Haynes, James & Myrtle Aydelotte, and Terry Lawson.
Great grandparents: Dorothy & Bill Goodman and Donald Taylor.
Uncles: Roy Thrasher and David Cagle.
He is survived by parents: James & Jennifer Aydelotte.
Brothers:...
Robert Sweeten
Sep 24, 2025
Mr. Robert Lynn Sweeten, age 76, of Deer Lodge, passed away Wednesday September 24, 2025, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was a member of Middle Creek Baptist Church and a veteran of the United States Navy.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Walter and Marie Sweeten.
And several brothers and sisters.
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Jennifer Spears Walker
Sep 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and daughter, Jennifer Kaye Spears Walker 43 of Harriman, TN, who left us peacefully on September 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Jennifer was a devoted mother, cherished MiMi, and treasured friend. Her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love touched the hearts of all who knew...
Betty Hamby
Sep 22, 2025
Mrs. Betty Jo Hamby, age 86 of the Gobey community, passed away Monday September 22, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Howard Jones.
Two daughters: Diane Swint and Sherry Phillips.
Her parents: Gurley and Emma Lee Young.
Two brothers: Bailey and Estel Young.
And four grandsons: Stevie and Jereme Howard, and Eric and Wayne Phillips.
She is survived by two daughters: Brenda Williams and Pam...
David Thompson
Sep 21, 2025
Mr. David Thompson, age 74, of Oakdale, passed away on Sunday September 21, 2025, at Roane Medical Center. He served in the US Army during Vietnam. He was a 'Jack of all trades, master of none'. When he wasn't 'fixin' something, David enjoyed going deer hunting or fishing. He loved sitting on his front porch watching the hummingbirds but most of...
Amanda Christopher
Sep 18, 2025
Mrs. Mandy Christopher, age 47, of Harriman passed away Thursday September 18, 2025, at her home. Mandy loved to crochet, and she always enjoyed watching murder mysteries and crime dramas.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Samuel & Cathy Sandifer.
Grandfather: Hayden Sandifer.
She is survived by her husband: Tommy Christopher.
Three sons & daughter-in-law: Thomas...
James Hill
Sep 13, 2025
Mr. Jim Hill, age 68, of Knoxville, formerly of Oakdale, passed away Saturday morning September 13, 2025, at his home. Jim was born June 25, 1957, to Robert & Imogene Hill. He graduated from Oliver Springs High School. Jim enjoyed working in his yard and cooking and his animals throughout the years.
He was preceded in death by his parents:...
Mildred Cardenas
Sep 11, 2025
Mrs. Mildred "Popeye" Cardenas, age 75, of Harriman passed away Thursday September 11, 2025, at Signature HealthCARE of Rockwood. She worked at Holiday Inn for many years. Mildred loved living with her nephew Paul & Diane Turpin where she enjoyed taking care of their dogs Buddy and Buffy.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Alfred Cardenas.
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Tiffany Cantrell
Sep 10, 2025
Ms. Tiffany Cantrell, age 49 of Crossville, formally of Rockwood, passed away Wednesday September 10, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville. She loved her dog Andy and playing games on her computer.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Margaret Cantrell, and Rev. James & Charlene Edwards.
She is survived by son & daughter-in-law: Andrew & Megan Hackler.
Mother: Sherry Edwars & David...
Robin Gann Dorlan
Sep 8, 2025
Ms. Robin Gann Dorlan, age 72, of Harriman passed away Monday September 8, 2025, at her home. She was a lifelong member of the 1st Assemble of God in Harriman until it closed and then she attended Bible Biker Church in Rockwood.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Bill & Etta Beard.
Siblings: Elizabeth Watts, Jim Beard,...
Barbara Keeney
Sep 3, 2025
Ms. Barbara Keeney, age 70, of Harriman passed away Wednesday September 3, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was a member of New Life Church. Barbara worked at Roane Hosiery, and Hardees many years as well as at The Michiel Dunn Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Clarence & Marvis Edwards.
Brother:...
Leslie LaRue
Sep 1, 2025
Leslie "Les" Benton LaRue, age 54, of Harriman, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Les was the husband of Jerrie Kirkpatrick LaRue. They shared 31 years of marriage together and three beautiful daughters. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Lawrence LaRue and Sandra Webber LaRue. In 1990,...
Linda Calandrino
Aug 29, 2025
Ms. Linda Trice Calandrino, age 68 of Lancing, passed away Friday August 29, 2025, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. Her grandchildren were her life and she cherished every moment with them.
She was proceeded in death by her husband: Chuck Calandrino.
And her parents: Daniel and Dorothy Trice.
She is survived by three sons and...
Michael Lee Bullard
Aug 29, 2025
Mr. Lee Bullard, age 47, of Kingston, passed away August 29, 2025. Lee worked many years as a welder and fabricator. He always loved going off roading in his trucks.
He was preceded in death by his mother: Mona Lee Bullard.
Grandparents: Wilbert Rowe & Robbie Lee Rowe and Virgel & Sarah Bullard.
He is survived by his father: Mickey and wife Bonnie Bullard.
Brother:...
Eddie Hensley
Aug 29, 2025
Mr. Eddie Hensley, age 75, of Rockwood, passed away on August 29, 2025, at his home. Mr. Hensley served in the Navy where he bravely spent time in Vietnam.
Proceeded in death by his sons: Derek Hensley and Dwayne Hensley.
Parents: Bernard Hensley & Mary Maynard.
Brother: Wayne Hensley.
Sister: Wanda Alred.
Survived by his daughter: Natalie Hensley.
Son: Jason...
Peggy Langley
Aug 22, 2025
Mrs. Peggy Lou Robinson Langley, age 88 of Huntsville, AL, formally of Harriman, TN, passed away August 22, 2025. She was of the Baptist faith, a graduate of Andrew Jackson Business University (Nashville), and was a retired Civil Servant supporting the ARMY/MLRS. She is now resting in the arms of Jesus, in Whom she had complete trust.
She was...
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