Obituaries

Melba Jean (Thomas)  Tapp

Melba Jean (Thomas) Tapp

Dec 16, 2022

Mrs. Melba Jean Thomas Tapp, passed away peacefully at her home December 16, 2022. She was born June 27, 1930, in Springfield, Tennessee and later in life moved to Harriman, TN with her husband, Thomas Gerald Tapp of Harriman.  She enjoyed attending church, worshipping, and serving the Lord with her family and as a pastor’s wife. She loved cooking...

Marie (Kennedy)  McCartt

Marie (Kennedy) McCartt

Dec 16, 2022

Mrs. Marie McCartt, age 90, of Lancing, left for her heavenly home Friday December 16, 2022, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Marie held various positions within the Morgan County School System including Head Start teacher, teacher’s aide, substitute teacher, and secretary at the Morgan County Vocational Center. She also served as secretary/treasurer of the Morgan County Teacher’s...

Norma Grace (Matthews)  Carr

Norma Grace (Matthews) Carr

Dec 16, 2022

Mrs. Norma Grace Matthews Carr, age 79 of Crossville, passed away Friday December 16, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born January 11, 1943, to the late Clyde and Lois Matthews. On June 10, 1961, Norma was married to Joseph Burley Carr. She has been a faithful member of Rinnie Baptist Church for her entire...

Donna Louise (Monroe)  Matheson

Donna Louise (Monroe) Matheson

Dec 15, 2022

Mrs. Donna Monroe Matheson, beloved and devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and newly great grandmother was born on July 22, 1957. She went home to be with the lord far too soon on December 15, 2022. Donna was known for her unconditional love, selflessness, her ability to persevere, humor, always putting her family first, and her lasagna and macaroni...

Nellie Juanita (Lawson)  Beach

Nellie Juanita (Lawson) Beach

Dec 15, 2022

Mrs. Nellie Juanita Lawson Beach, age 95, of Pine Orchard, passed away Thursday December 15, 2022, at Life Care Center of Morgan County, just one day prior to her 96th birthday. She was a member of Pine Orchard Baptist Church. She was a devoted homemaker and loved to quilt.

She is preceded in death by...

Karen M. Silvey

Karen M. Silvey

Dec 13, 2022

Miss. Karen Silvey, 48, of Maryville, formerly of Harriman, passed away December 13, 2022, at her home. She worked at UT Hospital for many years. She attended Riverside Baptist church and was very faithful in her service at church where she helped many children. Supported her twin sisters in every aspect of their lives. Loved helping her parents decorate...

George Kenneth Brown Jr.

George Kenneth Brown Jr.

Dec 13, 2022

Mr. George Kenneth Brown Jr., age 75 of Rockwood passed away at his home on Tuesday December 13, 2022. Mr. Brown was a veteran of the United States Army.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father: Mildred and George Brown Sr.

He is survived by his wife: Elizabeth...

Charles Elmer "Chuck" Lowery

Charles Elmer "Chuck" Lowery

Dec 10, 2022

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Lowery, 91, of Harriman, passed away December 10, 2022, at Victorian Square Assisted Living in Rockwood. He was an Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. Chuck retired from Y-12 in Oak Ridge.

He is preceded in death by his wife: Goldie York Lowery

Parents: James Elmer and Fairl Bice...

Josephine (Hamby)  McGhee

Josephine (Hamby) McGhee

Dec 5, 2022

Mrs. Josephine Hamby McGhee, age 81 of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord, Monday December 5, 2022, at her home with her family by her side. She was a 1960 graduate of Central High School in Wartburg. Josephine worked at Roane/Burlington Hosiery in Harriman for many years. She was a faithful member of Knoxville Primitive Baptist Church...

Glen Robinson

Glen Robinson

Nov 30, 2022

Mr. Glen Robinson, age 51 of Harriman passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 30, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his father: Willard Robinson. Grandparents: Richard & Sarah Roberts Robinson and Burl & Ester Daugherty West.

He is survived by his wife: Kim Robinson Three daughters: Briana Robinson (Charlie Norris), Brooklynn Robinson,...

Cynthia (Voyles)  Cook

Cynthia (Voyles) Cook

Nov 29, 2022

Mrs. Cindy Voyles Cook, age 62, of Harriman, passed away at the River Grove Health and Rehabilitation Center in Loudon on November 29, 2022. Whether it was going to the lake or camping, or even just reading a good book, Cindy found enjoyment in life. More than these things, Cindy loved her family especially her grandkids....

Anna Karleen (Leahman)  Stewart

Anna Karleen (Leahman) Stewart

Nov 28, 2022

Mrs. Karleen Stewart, age 78 of Oakdale, passed away Monday November 28, 2022, at her home. She was a beloved member of the Pine Orchard Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Johnnie and Velma Leahman And her twin brother: Carl Leahman

She is survived by her husband: James D. Stewart Two...

Susan D. Miller

Susan D. Miller

Nov 26, 2022

Mrs. Susan D. Miller, age 58 of the Meister Hill Community in Deer Lodge, passed away Saturday November 26, 2022, at her home with her family by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Dan and Alma Miller.

Two sons: David and Daniel Miller.

And one daughter: Emma...

Margaret Loraine (Salmons)  Hacker

Margaret Loraine (Salmons) Hacker

Nov 24, 2022

Margaret Loraine Salmons Hacker, 95, traded her earthly body for a glorious body to live in heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in Heaven. This glorious event took place on Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2022. Loraine was born in Corbin, KY on January 29, 1927. Her family moved to Tennessee in 1945. She was a God loving...

Marilyn Gail (Hounshell)  Hounshell

Marilyn Gail (Hounshell) Hounshell

Nov 23, 2022

Mrs. Marilyn Gail Houshell, age 56 of Harriman, formally of Middlesboro, KY passed away Wednesday November 23, 2022, at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents: James & Mary Lou Houshell.

And one son: Casey.

She is survived by her husband: Charles Smith.

Two...

Cleda Lou (Bunch)  Lane

Cleda Lou (Bunch) Lane

Nov 23, 2022

Ms. Cleda Lane, 78, of Harriman passed away November 23, 2022, at Roane Medical Center. She was born in Lake City in Campbell County. She retired from Chattanooga Group. She loved yard work and being outside.

She was preceded by her husband: Ronald Lane.

Parents: Lorenza & Alva Bunch.

Sister: Evelyn...

Denise Lowery Willard

Denise Lowery Willard

Nov 22, 2022

Mrs. Denise Lowery Willard, age 63, of Wartburg, passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday November 22, 2022, with her family by her side. She was a devoted wife of 43 years and a loving mother. Her family was her world, and the love she had for them, especially her grandchildren, was immeasurable. Of all the names, she treasured...

Teddy Leo Bair

Teddy Leo Bair

Nov 13, 2022

Mr. Ted Bair, 72, of Kingston passed away November 13, 2022 at his home. He was a member of the Christian Church ASTORIA. He worked and retired from Caterpillar after 47 years. He liked fishing, cars, and UT football. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his Parents....

Stanford Howard Cagley

Stanford Howard Cagley

Nov 11, 2022

Ret. Sgt. Stanford H. Cagley, passed away on November 11, 2022, at home from natural causes. He was born on November 27, 1954, in Oliver Springs, Tennessee. Stanford (Goatman) considered most people a friend. He loved to always tell jokes, and most of them were corny; but he would bring laughter. He was a prankster also. He loved to...

Claude Herman Jones

Claude Herman Jones

Nov 9, 2022

Mr. Claude Herman Jones, age 79 of Wartburg, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at Life Care Center of Morgan County. He was born October 26, 1943, in Lancing, Tennessee. Claude proudly served two years in the United States Army. He worked for the Royal Oak Tribune and the Detroit Free Press and has belonged to the Fourth Reich...

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