Obituaries
Shirley Ann Ryan
May 12, 2026
Mrs. Shirley Ryan, age 83, of Wartburg, passed away Tuesday May 12, 2026, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville after a short illness. She was a lifelong resident of Wartburg. Shirley was active in the community and volunteered at The Advantage Center. She loved to cook for anyone and made delicious desserts.
She is preceded in death by her...
Mary Lou Cook
May 7, 2026
Mary Lou (Gillis) Cook of Harriman passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by the love of her family.
Mary Lou will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the warmth she shared with everyone who knew her. She lived a life devoted to family, friendship, and caring for others, leaving behind countless cherished memories. She especially enjoyed reading and crocheting,...
Lucy Mae Edwards
May 6, 2026
Mrs. Lucy Mae Edwards, age 91 of Wartburg, passed away Wednesday May 6, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.
She was proceeded in death by her husband: Leslie Edwards, Sr.
One son: Leslie Edwards, Jr.
Her parents: Otto and Nora Morgan.
One grandson: David Edwards.
One sister: Pauline Davidson.
And one brother: Otto Morgan, Jr.
She is survived by two sons and one daughter-in-law: Darrell and Chris...
Willie Ray Johnson
May 5, 2026
Mr. Willie Ray Johnson, age 66, of Harriman, passed away on Tuesday May 5, 2026, at Wood Village in Sweetwater. He worked as a Brick Mason for serval years.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles & Mammie Johnson.
Two sisters: Linda Sue Johnson and Shelia Hood.
He is survived by his sister: Geneva Murray.
Along...
Jerry Lynn Stone
May 3, 2026
Mr. Jerry Stone, age 74, of Loudon, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2026. He worked as a diesel mechanic and was a true family man, cherished and admired by his children. Jerry loved watching University of Tennessee football games, cheering on the Vols. He found joy in the world of WWF wrestling. Above...
Janet Leigh Stone
May 3, 2026
Ms. Janet Leigh "Jan" Stone, age 61 of Wartburg, formerly of New Port Richy, Florida, passed away Sunday May 3, 2026, at her home. She attended Remington College in Tampa. Jan loved her animals, she was especially fond of her Pug, Clancy.
She was preceded in death by her father: Robert Paul Stone.
And her mother: Pauline Laura Scales.
She is survived by...
Carson James Ladd
Apr 30, 2026
Mr. Carson Ladd, age 18 of Kingston, TN, passed away April 30, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He brought a quiet kind of joy into the world-one that showed itself in his mischievous grin, the light in his eyes, and the simple things he loved most. He found happiness in routines that made others pause and smile, especially...
Laurel Ray Ryan
Apr 29, 2026
Mr. Laurel Ray Ryan, age 83 of Oliver Springs, passed away Wednesday April 29, 2026, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born on August 29, 1942, in Pine Knot, Kentucky and was raised in the Morgan County areas of Gobey and Wartburg. Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling/off roading, and just being out in nature. He...
Raymond Thomas Edward Brown
Apr 24, 2026
Mr. Raymond Thomas Brown, age 49, of Kingston, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. Raymond loved working on cars was matched only by his love for fishing and exploring the beauty of the outdoors. He reveled in the moments spent surrounded by nature, sharing stories and laughter with family and friends. His generous spirit...
Thomas Richard Poor
Apr 24, 2026
Mr. Thomas "Tom" Poor, 67, of Harriman TN, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2026. He was born on March 26, 1959, in Beverly, MA.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Irene & Justin "Jessie" William Poor Jr.,
Brother: Justin W. Poor III,
Brother-in-law: Mario D'Eramo,
Nephews: Vincent and Anthony D'Eramo.
Left to cherish his memories is his wife: Trish "Curly" Poor.
Daughters:...
Michael Dewayne Hamby
Apr 14, 2026
Mr. Michael D. "Mike" Hamby, age 61 of the Scutcheon community, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at his home. Mike was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served in the 1st Armored Division "Old Iron Sides" in Germany and the 2nd Armored Division "Hell on Wheels" at Ft. Hood in...
Rachelle L Thomas
Apr 14, 2026
Ms. Rachelle Lynn Thomas, age 63 of Rockwood, passed away April 14, 2026, at Fort Loudon Medical Center in Lenoir City. She was a vibrant spirit who found joy in the simplest of things-fishing, camping, soaking up the sun by the lake, and immersing herself in nature. Rachelle loved a good challenge too, spending countless hours working on puzzles. Above all,...
Jodie Lynn Bottiglieri
Apr 13, 2026
Jodie Lynn Lurtsema Bottiglieri, age 57, passed away on April 11, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.
Jodie was born on November 6, 1968 and raised in Barrington, New Jersey before later settling in Sunbright, Tennessee.
She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister who loved her family deeply and was always there when she was needed. Her...
Ruth Ann Tate
Apr 13, 2026
Ms. Ruth Ann Jones Tate, age 61 of Oakdale, passed away on April 13, 2026, at her home. Ruth Ann loved all animals and tending to her garden.
She was predeceased by her father: Lyndol Dean Jones
Mother: Patricia McKinney
Brothers: Mark Jones and Daivd Jones.
She is survived by husband: Hugh Tate.
Son & daughter-in-law: Joseph & Jessica Crowe.
Granddaughter: Sadie Crowe.
Along with many nieces, nephews,...
Jack A. Matlock
Apr 6, 2026
Mr. Jack A. Matlock, age 79 of Harriman, TN, passed away April 6, 2026, at his home. He was a member of Bazeltown Baptist Church in Harriman, TN. He grew up in a close-knit family and community where he cultivated deep roots of faith, family, and love. He loved his family unconditionally, and anyone who knew him knew that he had the...
Sarah Lou Brown
Apr 3, 2026
Ms. Sarah Lou "Pud" Brown, age 95 of Oakdale, went Home to be with the Lord Friday April 3, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of Trenton Street Baptist Church. She was a faithful servant of the Lord, who was loved by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Leonard & Ida Brown.
Brothers: Marvin...
Carol Ann Peters
Mar 31, 2026
Mrs. Carol Ann Hamby Peters, age 78 of Crossville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday March 31, 2026. She was a member of Delashmitt Road Baptist Church. Carol was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend.
She was proceeded in death by her husband: Jim Peters.
One son: Gayson Peters.
Great grandson: Waylon Lammel.
Her parents: Carl and Ollie Ellis Hamby.
Two sisters:...
Kathy "Granny Red" Mitchell
Mar 29, 2026
Ms. Kathy "Granny Red" Mitchell, age 69 of the Daysville Community, passed away Sunday March 29, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.
She is survived by her Fur babies.
Two daughters & sons-in-law: Tammy & Jody Kindred and Lisa & Kendall Mitchell.
And a host of other family and friends.
The family would like to say a special thank you to Cumberland Vital Care,...
Hurley Ray Wilson
Mar 25, 2026
Mr. Hurley Ray Wilson, age 58, of Wartburg, passed away Wednesday March 25, 2026. He will be remembered for his love of motorcycles from and young age, and his hard work operating heavy equipment and dump trucks. Hurley found great joy in watching his son race and treasured those moments deeply. A man of faith, he attended Calvary Missionary Baptist Church...
Connie Sue Achenbach
Mar 24, 2026
Mrs. Connie Sue Long Achenbach, daughter of the late Robert Dean Long and Emma Lucille Cook Long, weas born on December 5, 1943, in Kokomo, Indiana. At the age of 11 she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and surrendered her life to Him. She attended school in Miani County, Indiana until moving to Michigan at the age...
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