Obituaries
William McNew
Nov 24, 2025
Mr. William "Bill" McNew, age 67, of Harriman, passed away Monday November 24, 2025, at his home. Bill was of the Baptist faith. He worked at Harriman City Hospital and Roane Medical Center for 42 years. His hobbies included arrowhead hunting, bowling, and coin collecting. He loved spending time with his family and his niece "3'M" and he always loved being a jokester.
He was preceded...
Stella Beach
Nov 22, 2025
Mrs. Stella Redmon Beach, age 73, of Oakdale, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on November 22, 2025.
She was an Oakdale High School graduate and a member of Pine Orchard Baptist Church in Oakdale. Stella was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She loved life and loved her family most of all. She loved...
Kaye Frost
Nov 21, 2025
Ms. Kaye Frost, age 78, of Harriman, passed away Friday November 21, 2025 at her home.
She was preceded in death by her daughter: Cindy Frost Barry.
Parents: Lawrence and Clara Mayton.
And one brother: Junior Mayton.
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law: Stacy and Kevin Webb.
Two sons & daughters-in-law: Brian and Nikki Frost and Aaron and Brooke Frost.
Eleven grandchildren and several...
Shawn Moore
Nov 17, 2025
Mr. Shawn Alan Moore, age 43, of Harriman, left us to soon on November 17, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, and papaw. Shawn loved hunting, riding his razor and just spending time with his family. He worked at Central City Heating & Air for 23 years.
He is preceded in death by his father: James "Alan" Duncan.
Maternal grandparents: Ellen &...
Ilon Sexton
Nov 15, 2025
Mrs. Ilon Kerley Sexton, 88, of Harriman, passed away November 15, 2025. She was a loving wife and mother. Devoted to her husband Rev. Kelly Sexton of 40 years. She was a member of Mt. Vernal Baptist Church. Ilon retired from Roane Hosiery.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Rev. Kelly Sexton.
Parents: William Ernest and Mary Mae Kerley.
Five brothers:...
Jack Elrod
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. Jack Elrod, 78, of Harriman, passed on November 14, 2025 at Ben Atchley Veterans home. Jack served in the Marine Corps and after he was honorably discharged, he worked at Lockheed Martin in Oak Ridge. Later, in 1994, he opened ELR Consultants, L.L.C as a owner/operator.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Olan & Etta Elrod.
Eight brothers and sisters.
He is survived by...
Eugene Everhart
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. Eugene “Sonny” Everhart, Jr, age 85, of Harriman, Friday November 14, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He attended Caney Ford Baptist Church. Sonny served in the US Army and retired from the Department of Energy in Oak Ridge. He was an avid golfer.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Eugene Sr., & Bonnie Everhart.
Brother: Donald...
Joyce Holden
Nov 13, 2025
Ms. Joyce Holden, age 76 of Harriman, passed away on November 13, 2025, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.Preceded in death by her daughter: Missy Turner
Parents: Clarence & Hannah May Rummell.Ten brothers and sisters.She is survived by her son & daughter-in-law: Mike & Amanda Bane.
Ex husband: Jr Bane.
Brother: Jimmy Rummell.
And many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The...
Margaret Wuellenweber
Nov 13, 2025
Ms. Margaret Wuellenweber, 68, of Harriman, passed away November 13, 2025, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Donald & Alberta Wuellenweber.
She is survived by her daughters: Shannon Wuellenweber and Judy Phillips.
Sister: Gail Wuellenweber.
Son: Kyle Wuellenweber.
Grandchildren: Brianna Dodd, Trey Coleman, Braden Sargent, Jakhiya Pryor, Neyland Pryor, and Znyla Pryor.
...
Ida Holt
Nov 9, 2025
Ms. Ida Snow Holt, 87, of Harriman, passed away November 9, 2025, at Life Care Center in Wartburg, Tennessee. Ida always loved planting flowers and taking great care of her garden.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Perry Holt.
Sons: Perry Holt Jr. and Richard Holt.
She is survived by her daughters: Judy Armes, Betty Kelley,...
Tammy Carden
Nov 3, 2025
Tammy Jo Carden, passed away on November 3rd at her home. She was the widow of Van Alan Carden.Born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee on October 27, 1966. She was the daughter of Casper Brummett and Zelma Booth.She was a free spirit that loved animals, nature and the Tennessee Volunteers. She was always kind and considerate of others. She will be...
Betty Cromwell
Nov 3, 2025
Ms. Betty Cromwell, 75 of Cookeville, passed away Monday November 3, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Carl Cromwell.
Parents: Ezra Wilson & Verna Compton.
Three brothers: Jackie Compton, Lonnie Wilson, and John Zumstein.
Three sisters: Edith Powell, Helena Harper, and Sue Rigoupolis.
She is survived by her sister: Carlene Zumstein.
Nieces: Kathryn Conner and Marita Fowler.
Nephews: Caleb Wilson...
Michael Henley
Nov 1, 2025
Mr. Michael Henley, 67, of Kingston, passed away on Saturday morning November 1, 2025, at his home. He was a member of the Rockwood Church of God of Prophecy. Michael was an Over the Road Truck Driver for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Luther & Helen Henley.
Brother: Thomas Henley.
Two sisters: Carol Henley and Brenda Shoopman.
He is...
Troy Owens
Oct 28, 2025
Mr. Troy Wayne Owens, Jr, age 66, of Harriman, left this earth and entered Heaven to be with Jesus on Tuesday morning, October 28, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He shared a deep and lasting love with his wife, Penny Owens, who recently passed away. The two are now reunited, side by side once more. Penny found joy in cooking...
Newborn Vera Jane Frost
Oct 22, 2025
Miss Vera Jane Frost, infant daughter of Landon and Ananda Frost, entered into the presence of Jesus on Wednesday morning, October 22, 2025, at UT Medical Center. To quote Miss Vera’s parents, “she was an answered prayer”. She was God’s gift to them. Even for just one day, Vera was loved immensely by her entire family, especially her Mom and...
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...
Richard Holt
Sep 27, 2025
Mr. Richard Holt, 62, of Tracy City, formerly of Harriman, passed away on September 27, 2025, at Tree of Life Homecare Center in Tracy City. Richard was a avid fisherman and loved being in the outdoors.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Amanda Rayder Holt.
Parents: Perry & Ida Holt.
Brother: Perry Holt Jr.
He is survived by his sons: Jeremiah Holt and Jessie...
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