Robert Hamby

Jul 24, 2025

Mr. Robert L. Hamby, age 79, of Wartburg, passed away Thursday July 24, 2025, at Life Care Center of Morgan County. He was born on April 25, 1946, on Greasy Creek to the late Carl and Ollie Ellis Hamby. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife: Joann Pollard Hamby.

His stepdaughter: Kelly...

Brenda Parks

Jul 21, 2025

Ms. Brenda Sue Potter Parks, age 76, went to sleep at her home in Shady Grove, TN on the night of July 20, 2025, and woke up in the arms of her Savior. Brenda was born on September 7, 1948, to Solomon Owen Potter and Edith Wilma Potter at their home in Shady Grove, TN. From that day forward, she...

Coy Abston

Jul 21, 2025

Mr. Coy Abston, age 81, of Harriman passed away on Monday July 21, 2025, at Fr Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He worked at Harriman Gardens as Site Maintenance.





He was preceded in death by his wife: Billie Abston.

Three daughters: Diane Cates, Wilma Fisher, and Donna Frayley.

Parents: Elbert & Lucy Abson.

Brothers: Ed Abston and...

Joann Hamby

Jul 18, 2025

Mrs. Joann Hamby, age 75 of Wartburg, went home to be with the Lord Friday July 18, 2025. She was born September 10, 1949, at Harriman Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her daughter: Kelly Brooks.

Her parents: Fred and Martha Pollard.

Her brother: Ray W. Pollard, and infant brother: J.D. Pollard.

And her father and mother-in-law: Carl and...

Betty Spears

Jul 16, 2025

Mrs. Betty Spears Pressley, age 85, of Harriman passed away Wednesday July 16, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was a member of Good Ole Gospel Church where she loved to sing and play guitar. Betty worked at Wampler's Farm in Lenoir City for many years and also at Johnson Health Care in Harriman.

 

 

She is preceded in death by her 1st husband:...

Samantha Smith

Jul 15, 2025

Mrs. Samantha Smith, age 44, of Sunbright passed away Tuesday July 15, 2025, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.



She is preceded in death by her mother: Pamela Young Strunk.



She is survived by her husband: David C. Smith.

One son: David Smith.

Two daughters and sons-in-law: Emily and Daniel Underwood, Sarah and Colby King.

...

Betty Lemons

Jul 10, 2025

Mrs. Betty Dana Lemons, age 84, of Harriman, passed away on July 10, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family. 

 

She is preceded in death by her husband: James "JB" Lemons.

Sons: Eddie Lemons, Kenny Lemons and Don Lemons.

Parents: Martin & Nora Basler.

Brothers: John Basler, Paul Basler, and Jim Basler.

Sisters: Thelma Davis and Lovette Basler.

 

She is survived by her son: James Lemons.

Daughters:...

James Maxey Rose II

Jul 5, 2025

James Maxey Rose II, affectionately known as Jamey, passed away on July 5, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on January 10, 1977, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Jamey brought warmth and laughter to everyone he met throughout his life.

Jamey was well-known as a people person, some would even say he was a "talker", whose charm could easily light up...

Theodore Tedder

Jul 5, 2025

Mr. Theodore "Ted" Tedder, age 85 of Harriman passed away on July 5, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Dyllis Baptist Church. Ted worked and retired from Bectal Jacobs in Oak Ridge.

Proceeded in death by his parents: Lloyd & Ovalene Tedder.

Brother: Wendell Tedder.

Sister: Ramona May.

Sister-in-law: Judy Tedder.

Survived by...

Donald Pelfrey

Jun 20, 2025

Mr. Donald Ray Pelfrey Sr., born May 5, 1938, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June

20,2025. Known to many as Dad, Poppy, Papaw and a host of other names, he was the kind of

man, who made an impression everywhere he went. He had a deep love for Jesus, his family,

Tennessee Volunteer sports, old Westerns, and a good...

Sarah Ferguson

Jun 18, 2025

Ms. Sarah Jane Ferguson, age 90, of Crossville, formally of Harriman passed away Wednesday June 18, 2025, at her daughter's home under the excellent care of Hospice of Cumberland County.



She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years: R.W. Ferguson.

Daughter: Vicki Denise Russell.

Parents: James & Laura McClure.

10 brothers and sisters.

Grandson: Len Griffis.

...

Harold Guy

Jun 16, 2025

Mr. Harold "Rooster" Guy, Sr., age 74 passed away on Monday June 16, 2025, at his home. He was a member of Riggs Chapel Baptist Church. Harold owned and operated Peggy Ann's Wreck in Rockwood for many years. 

  

He was preceded in death by his parents: Johnny & Louise Guy.

Brothers: Jimmy Guy and Willard Guy.

He is survived by his wife: Judy Watson Guy.

Son:...

Denise Clark

Jun 14, 2025

Mrs. Denise "Denny" Clark, age 69, of Harriman, passed away on June 14, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family. Denny was an incredible Licensed Practical Nurse for many years. She loved her job but mostly she loved taking care of her patients. She also loved fishing and going to Cades Cove Loop to see the deer, wild turkey,...

Martha Webb

Jun 13, 2025

Ms. Martha Webb, 88, of Harriman passed away Friday June 13, 2025, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. She worked and retired from Harriman City Hospital. Martha loved to grow flowers and work in her yard and also paint and drew pictures.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Charles S. Webb.

Parents: James & Lethia Hickman.

Sister: Betty Sampson

Brother: David Hickman.

She...

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

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

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

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

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

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...