Obituaries
Sarah Jane Smith
Dec 18, 2023
Mrs. Sarah Jane Daniels Smith, age 87 of Oakdale, passed away December 18, 2023, at her home. She was a loving wife, mother, and friend.
She is proceeded in death by her husband: James E. Smith.
Parents: William & Mabel Daniels.
Sister & brother-in-law: Anna Lee & Tony Huddleston.
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Angela Daniella (Sandifer) Cook
Dec 8, 2023
Mrs. Angela Daniella Sandifer Cook, age 48 of Sunbright, was called home to be with her Lord Friday December 8, 2023, at her home with her family by her side. Her family was her whole world, and she loved to do anything she could for them. Angela enjoyed making jewelry, it was the highlight of her day when she...
Preston Lyfe "P-Man" Wells
Dec 8, 2023
Preston Lyfe “P-Man” Wells, 12, went to be with the lord December 8, 2023, at East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He was a member of New Life Church of God in Midtown. He played football for the Harriman Blue Devils from the time that he was four, he loved singing in church, the University of Tennessee, and the Tennessee Titans....
Chance Matthew Sandifer
Dec 7, 2023
Mr. Chance Sandifer, 39 of Sunbright, passed away December 6th, 2023, from a motorcycle accident. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle more than anything. He loved the speed, the wind in his face, the freedom he felt while riding, and loved the Florida Gators. He said “When I die I want to die on my motorcycle, if that happens just...

Freddie Ray Williford
Dec 6, 2023
Mr. Freddie Ray Williford, 73, of Oakdale passed away December 6, 2023, at his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert & Ethel Williford.
Two brothers: Jerry Williford and Clarence Williford.
Four sisters: Bobbi Williford, Irma Young, Irene Williford, and Patsy Hamilton.
He is...
Betty Jane Westmoreland
Dec 4, 2023
Ms. Betty Westmoreland, 86, of Harriman passed away December 4, 2023, at Roane Medical Center. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her two sons: Roger Dale Preston and Eddie Hines.
Daughter: Nancy Drain.
Survived by her two sons: Terry Hines and James...
Donald Elmer Gooch
Nov 30, 2023
Mr. Donald Elmer Gooch, 92, of Harriman, passed away November 30, 2023, at Roane Medical Center.
He was predeceased by his wife: Wanda June Gooch.
Son: Mike Gooch.
Son-in-law: Charles Lee Sadler.
He is survived by his son: David Gooch.
Daughter: Teresa Sadler.
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Janie Sue (Campbell) Sexton
Nov 20, 2023
Ms. Janie Sue Sexton, 69, of Harriman was born on November 10, 1954, in Waco, Texas. After a short battle with cancer, Janie passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 20, 2023. She was of Baptist faith and an active member of Mt Pisgah Baptist Church. She had also attended Meadowview Baptist Church in Wartburg for many years. ...

Jimmy Charles Sexton
Nov 19, 2023
Mr. Jimmy Sexton, Sr., age 77 of Rockwood passed away November 19, 2023, at his home. He served in the US Marine Corps and worked at TVA Kingston.
He is preceded in death by his parents: JC & Ottie Sexton.
Brother: Larry Sexton, Sr.
He is survived by his son: Jimmy Sexton, Jr....
Elizabeth Ann (Powell) Futrell
Nov 18, 2023
Ms. Elizabeth Futrell, 69, of Rockwood passed away November 18, 2023, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. She was a member of Mt. Teman Baptist Church. She loved to paint and work on crafts, reading books, and working in the gardens and flowers.
She is preceded in death by her father: Leland Powell.
Mother: Jimmy...

Mary Lou (Stamey) King Owen
Nov 18, 2023
Mrs. Mary Lou Stamey King Owen, age 84 of Rockwood, passed away November 18, 2023, at Victorian Square in Rockwood. She was a member of the Courts of Praise Church of God in Harriman. She loved to dance, be outdoors and have a good time with family and friends.
She is proceeded in death by her parents:...
Cecil Junior Hawn
Nov 16, 2023
Mr. Junior Hawn, age 85 of the Frankfort Community, passed away Thursday November 16, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Junior loved his milk cows, and was a hardworking, and generous man.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Cecil and Lennis Potter Hawn.
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Whitney Nicole (Cox) Cox
Nov 12, 2023
Ms. Whitney Cox, 45, of Harriman passed away on November 12, 2023, at her home. She was a member of the Trenton Street Baptist Church. Whitney loved watching UT football and spending time with family.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Carle & Doris Cox.
She is survived by her son: Isaac Collins....
Keith Edward Williford
Nov 11, 2023
Mr. Keith Edward Williford, 63, of Harriman passed away November 11, 2023, at Diversicare in Oakridge. He was a member of the Baptist Tabernacle in Rockwood.
Keith was born December 5, 1959, and grew up in Harriman, TN, where he chose to live his entire life. He attended school at Bowers Elementary, South Harriman Junior High and...
Cathy Marie (Best) Sandifer
Nov 5, 2023
Mrs. Cathy Best Sandifer, 64, of Harriman passed away November 5, 2023, at her home. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years: Samuel Robert Sandifer.
Son: Scotty Dwaine Stout.
Parents: Allen & Bobbie Edwards Best.
Survived by her two...
Carl Lynn Cromwell
Nov 3, 2023
Mr. Carl Lynn Cromwell, 78, of Cookeville, formally of Oakdale, passed away, November 3, 2023, at his home.
He was predeceased by his parents: Elmer & Hester Cromwell.
He is survived by his wife: Betty Marlene Wilson.
Sister: Barbara Oran.
And many friends and loved ones.
...Edna Margaret (Shillings) Kerley
Nov 2, 2023
Mrs. Edna Kerley, age 92 of Harriman, passed away November 2, 2023, her home. She was a member of Big Emory Baptist Church. Edna worked for 48 years at Roane Horsey. She was a spunky dancing queen.
She is proceeded in death by her husband: Ridley “Bud” Kerley.
Son: Gary Kerley.
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Janice Ann (Brown) Brown
Nov 1, 2023
Mrs. Janice Brown, age 67 of Wartburg, passed away Wednesday November 1, 2023, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. Janice worked as a volunteer at Patty’s Closet for many years.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Thomas and Lou Brown.
She is survived by a host of friends and loved ones.
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David L. Hickman
Nov 1, 2023
Mr. David L. Hickman, age 73 of Wartburg, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday November 1, 2023. He retired after a long career as a machinist. David was a Vietnam Veteran and served in the United States Army.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Herbert and Rena Howard Hickman.
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Jimmy Dean Trail II
Oct 28, 2023
Mr. Jimmy Dean Trail II, 54, of Harriman, passed away October 26, 2023, at his home. He was a member of VFW Auxiliary 6598 in Harriman. He was of Baptist faith and loved to talk to and help people.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Maria Cisson.
Father: Jimmy Trail.
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