Obituaries

Gayson Peters

Gayson Peters

Jan 20, 2024

Mr. Gayson Peters, age 57 of Norris, went home to meet his Lord Saturday January 20, 2024. He was a member of Lone Mountain Baptist Church in Andersonville. He was a talented musician. Gayson played guitar and sang with The Joyaires along with several other gospel singers and groups. Most of his adult life was spent in service to...

Sybil Jean (Webb)  Webb

Sybil Jean (Webb) Webb

Jan 17, 2024

Ms. Sybil Jean Webb was born on September 3, 1955, in Kentucky. She passed away on January 17, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Martha Webb Carroll & Isham Sheldon.

Grandparents: Pearl Thomas & Ed Webb.

Brother: Tommy Hartness.

Stepfather: Walter E. Carroll.

Sister-in-Law: Kimberly Carroll....

Tamela Gertrude (Armes)  Nelson

Tamela Gertrude (Armes) Nelson

Jan 14, 2024

Mrs. Tamela Gertrude Armes Nelson, affectionately known as Tammy to all those who loved her, age 65, of Lancing, met her Lord and Savior Sunday January 14, 2024. She loved all people, especially those who needed care. Tammy was a long-time employee of Tenn Ford Weaving, the Morgan County Ambulance Service, Bechtel Jacobs Fire Department, Life Care Center of...

Robert Lee Vaughan

Robert Lee Vaughan

Jan 12, 2024

Mr. Robert L. Vaughan, age 66 of Harriman, passed away Friday January 12, 2024, at his home. Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he was a veteran of the United States Army, and a graduate of Wayne State University. Robert worked as a Chemist/Data analyst for SES Environmental Services in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic...

Estel Eugene "Gene" Ridge

Estel Eugene "Gene" Ridge

Jan 10, 2024

Mr. Gene Ridge, age 89 of Harriman passed away Wednesday January 10, 2024, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.  He retired from K-25 as a carpenter.

He is preceded in death by his wife Bonnie Peddicord Ridge.

Parents: Theodore & Amanda Ridge.

Five brothers and six sisters.

He is survived by...

Robert John Pio

Robert John Pio

Jan 9, 2024

Mr. Robert “Bob” Pio, age 80, of Harriman passed away Tuesday January 9, 2024 at Roane Medical Center. He retired from Chase Instruments in Rockwood, Tennessee. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and was a past Grand Knight of the Knights of Colombus.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Virginia...

Mark Duane Stedam

Mark Duane Stedam

Jan 5, 2024

Mr. Mark Duane Stedam, age 54 of Lancing, passed away Friday January 5, 2024, at Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville. Mark was born on July 25, 1969, in Anderson, Indiana to the late Les and Linda Stedam.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law: Freda Stedam.

He is survived...

Franklin D. Tucker

Franklin D. Tucker

Jan 4, 2024

Mr. Franklin D. “Frank” Tucker, age 84 of Wartburg, passed away Thursday January 4, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. He was a member of Emerald Lodge # 377 in Wartburg. Frank lived a life of service to his fellow man. He retired from the United States Army after more than 20 years of service...

Kenneth Paul Knight

Kenneth Paul Knight

Jan 2, 2024

Mr. Kenneth Paul “Kenny” Knight Sr, age 66, of Mossy Grove went home to be with his loving Father on January 2, 2023.

He was preceded in death by parents: Raymond Knight Sr and Nancy Stringfield Knight.

His loving wife Delphine “DeeDee” Jackson Knight.

Along with several siblings.

He is survived...

Traci Rochelle (Effinger)  Franklin

Traci Rochelle (Effinger) Franklin

Jan 1, 2024

Ms. Traci Franklin, 56, of Harriman passed away January 1, 2024, at her home.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Ricky Franklin.

Father: Herbert Effinger.

Survived by her son: Devan Franklin.

Daughter & son-in-law: Marilyn & Kenny Miller.

Mother: Martha Effinger.

Three grandchildren: Rylie, Lincoln,...

Shelby Gilmore

Shelby Gilmore

Dec 30, 2023

Shelby Gilmore passed away on Dec 30, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Christine Ettie (Byrge)  Young

Christine Ettie (Byrge) Young

Dec 29, 2023

Mrs. Christine Young, age 79 of Wartburg, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Friday December 29, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a member of the Sunbright Chapter 303 Order of the Eastern Star, and also a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church in New River. Christine loved going to church and singing. She...

Cecilia Katherine (Murphy)  Neal

Cecilia Katherine (Murphy) Neal

Dec 25, 2023

Mrs. Cecilia Neal, age 83, of Harriman passed away December 25, 2023, at Roane Medical Center.  She was a member of Crab Orchard Baptist Church.  Cecilia worked at RedKap for 20 years and AGA Insurance in Kingston.  She loved working outside in her gardens and flowers.

She was preceded in death by two husbands: Charles Potter and...

Sarah Jane Smith

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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