Obituaries

Linda James

Linda James

Jun 13, 2025

Mrs. Linda Futrell James, age 68, of Harriman passed away Friday June 13, 2025, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of the Potter’s House Church. Linda worked and retired from Covenant Health.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Franklin Louis & Margie Futrell.

She is survived by her husband: Phil James.

Two daughters & sons-in-law: Erica &...

Slayton Holland

Slayton Holland

Jun 9, 2025

Slayton Kurt Holland "Uncle Bubby", age 33 of Kingston passed on June 9, 2025, in Kingston TN. Slayton was born October 10, 1991, in Georgia. He graduated from Rockmart High School in 2010 in Rockmart, GA. Slayton was a brilliant mind and a very deep thinker, loyal, and a kind gentle old soul.

 

Proceeded in death by Mawmaw Slayton (Carolyn) and Papa Buck (Holland)

 

 

Survived by his...

Gregory Wisely

Gregory Wisely

Jun 9, 2025

Gregory Joseph Wisely, beloved father, partner, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, in Harriman, Tennessee, at the age of 73.



Born on February 16, 1952, in Port Byron, Illinois, Greg spent most of his life in Arizona, where he became well known for his remarkable gift of conversation and connection-he could sell anything to anybody....

William Norris

William Norris

Jun 6, 2025

Mr. John W. "Bill" Norris, age 86, of Oakdale, passed away Friday June 6, 2025, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. He was a long-time member of the Church of God of Prophesy in Rockwood. Bill was a man who loved to work and enjoyed fishing.

 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years: Jane Winters Norris.

His son: Johnny...

Lois Scarbrough

Lois Scarbrough

May 31, 2025

Ms. Lois Ann Scarbrough, age 83, of Kingston, passed away Saturday May 31, 2025, at Signature HealthCARE of Rockwood. Lois loved attending different churches, going to singings and revivals. She worked as a CNA for many years at Harriman City Hospital.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Orie & Stella Scarbrough.

Three brothers: Carl Scarbrough,...

Gloria Edwards

Gloria Edwards

May 17, 2025

Gloria June Edwards, age 87 of Yorkville, IL passed away at her home,

surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, May 17, 2025. She was born

on May 29, 1937, in Harriman, TN the daughter of Arvil and Jessie

Katherine (Harvey) Bryant.

Gloria was united in marriage on January 6, 1956, to the love of her life Mr.

Garland Edwards and they spent the next...

Karen Dunn

Karen Dunn

May 15, 2025

Ms. Karen Dunn, 65, of Kingston passed away at her home on May 15, 2025. Karen had a vibrant personality and loved her husband and family. She worked in the nursery at Faith Promise Church and loved keeping "her babies," as she called them. She was a loving wife to Michael and had a life full of love, work in...

Bettye Coffman

Bettye Coffman

May 10, 2025

Ms. Bettye (Smith) Coffman, age 80, of Oakdale passed away Saturday May 10, 2025, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of the Rankins Chapel Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School. Bettye worked and retired from JC Penny's in Oak Ridge.

She is preceded in death by her husband: James Coffman

Parents: B.G. & Pauline Smith.

She is survived...

Steven Marshall

Steven Marshall

May 4, 2025

Mr. Steven Lance "Steve" Marshall passed away on May 4, 2025, in Harriman, Tennessee, at the age of 63. Born on January 20, 1962, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee & a graduate of Oakdale High School. Steve spent his life in the state he loved, building a life centered around family and simple pleasures.

He found joy in the roar of NASCAR...

Ruth Lawson

Ruth Lawson

May 2, 2025

Ms. Ruth Lawson, age 95, of Rockwood passed away Wednesday May 2, 2025, at Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville. She was a member of Rockwood Community Baptist Church. Ruth worked and retired from Burrington Mill in Harriman. She loved to quilt and crochet and cook and spent time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her: James William...

Mary Dunn

Mary Dunn

May 2, 2025

Mrs. Mary Lou Dunn, of Wartburg, left her earthly home to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior Friday, May 2, 2025, after being bedridden for many long years. "Don't weep for me, for I have gone to dwell with my Lord, and walk the streets of Heaven out of my earthly pain". Mary was the eighth child...

Samuel Odell Daugherty

Samuel Odell Daugherty

Apr 29, 2025

Mr. Samuel Odell Daugherty, age 81, of Wartburg passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at his home. A decorated Army Veteran, Samuel served 2 tours in Vietnam and spent a year in Korea. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he enlisted in the United States National Guard where he served over 10 years. Samuel retired back in 2008 after...

Nora Francene Knight

Nora Francene Knight

Apr 14, 2025

Fran Knight, 68, of Pine Orchard passed away at her home in Pine Orchard on April 14, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Harvey Knight.

Parents: Bill & Lula Grant.

She is survived by her daughter: Denise Cantrell.

Stepdaughter: Valarie Day & husband, James.

Two brothers: Clay Grant & his wife, Devonna and Bobby Grant.

Two sisters: Nancy & husband Tommy Harwood and...

Larry Webb

Larry Webb

Apr 11, 2025

Mr. Larry Webb, age 83, of Harriman passed away on April 11, 2025. He was a member of 1st Christian Church in Harriman. Larry served in the US Air Force as a Staff Sargent. After leaving the Air Force he graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelor's degree in accounting and business. He owned and operated Webb’s Market...

Mary Maynard

Mary Maynard

Apr 9, 2025

Ms. Mary Wilma Jean Sheldon Hensley Maynard, age 98, of Rockwood passed away Wednesday April 9, 2025, at Life Care of Rhea County. She was a member of the North Rockwood Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her 1st husband: Bernard Hensley and 2nd Virgil Maynard.

Son: Wayne Hensley.

Daughter: Wanda Alred.

Parents: Joesph & Willie Sheldon.

...

Mae Sehl

Mae Sehl

Apr 8, 2025

Ms. Mae Patterson Sehl, age 83, of Harriman, TN went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Life Care Center of Morgan County. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Harriman.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Jerry Sehl

Parents: Arthur and Lizzie Patterson

Twin Brother: Wade Patterson

Brothers: Herman Patterson and Willie Patterson

She is...

Pamela Hooks

Pamela Hooks

Apr 4, 2025

Pamela Sue Sexton Hooks, born September 10, 1954, in Columbus, OH and lived in Kingston, went home to be with her Lord and Savior April 4, 2025. She was a member of Cave Creek Missionary Baptist Church since 2006. Pam worked as a Dispatcher and Jailer for Morgan County and Roane County Sheriff's Department and as a Deputy Clerk for...

Shelia Abston Hicks

Shelia Abston Hicks

Apr 3, 2025

Mrs. Shelia Abston Hicks, age 68, of Harriman, Tennessee passed away on Thursday April 3, 2025 at Roane Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Charles Ray Abston Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Abston

Three sisters: Charlotte, Donna Jean Abston, and Carol Abston Schultz

One niece: Kendra Rea Abston

She is survived by her husband: Billy M. Hicks

One daughter: Cynthia Hicks Goodman

One...

Benny Skiles

Benny Skiles

Apr 1, 2025

Mr. Benny Skiles, age 87 of Harriman passed away Tuesday April 1, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was an avid Turkey and Deer Hunter and well as a Golfer. Benny taught hunter safety for more than 25 years. He was very instrumental in NWTF in the State of Tennessee and was a member of the Tennessee...

Vincent King

Vincent King

Mar 29, 2025

Vincent (Vinny) Neal King, age 58, of Oakdale, born on February 7, 1967, passed away on March 29, 2025, at his home. His vibrant spirit and joyful presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A devoted fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, Vince's passion for his team was matched only by his love for music. Whether...