Obituaries

Luther "Luke" M Jackson
Oct 11, 2023
Mr. Luther “Luke” Jackson, 84, of Oakdale passed away on Wednesday October 11, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.
He was preceded in death by two sons: Jay Jackson and Ray Jackson.
Parents: Jake & Fannie Jackson.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Carolyn Jackson.
Son:...
Kenneth Lester Freeman
Oct 8, 2023
Mr. Kenneth Freeman, 79, of Ten Mile, formally of Oakdale, passed away, October 8, 2023, at home. He was a very motivational person and loved working on his tracker. He loved his dogs, especially Bubba.
He was predeceased by his wife: Mattie Underwood Freeman.
Parents: Easley & Edith Freeman.
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Reba June (Newberry) Hamby
Oct 6, 2023
Mrs. Reba June Newberry Hamby, was called home to with her Lord and Savior Friday October 6, 2023, surrounded by her family.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Maynard Hamby.
Her parents: Charlie and Mary Newberry.
And many precious brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her children and...
Sariann "Bucky" (Potter) Nelson
Oct 6, 2023
Mrs. Sariann “Bucky” Potter Nelson, age 68, of Oakdale, passed away Friday October 6, 2023, at Roane Medical Center with her family by her side. She was a member of Oakdale United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Charlie and Martha Ann Beaty Potter.
One son: Troy Ray Malone.
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Phillip Roy Holder
Oct 2, 2023
Mr. Phillip Roy Holder, age 88, of Oakdale, passed away Monday October 2, 2023, at Life Care Center of Morgan County in Wartburg.
He was preceded in death by his parents: James and Imogene Kennedy Holder.
One brother: Paul Holder.
And one sister: Violet Hall.
He is survived by his wife...
Michael 'Mike' Harold Randolph
Oct 2, 2023
Mr. Mike Randolph, 69, of Oak Ridge passed away at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge on October 2, 2023. He was a member of Emory Gap Missionary Baptist Church. Mike was a US Army Veteran and was a retired Police Officer after 33 years of services. He loved to play X-Box with his grandsons.
He was...
Jon Craven
Oct 1, 2023
Mr. Jon Craven, 61, of Oakdale passed away on October 1, 2023, at his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Thomas & Elizabeth Craven.
Brother: Thomas T. Craven, Jr
He is survived by his wife: Carol Huntley Craven.
Son & daughter-in-law: Michael & Megan Craven.
Two...
Christine (Weiford) Shirks
Sep 22, 2023
Mrs. Christine Weiford Shirks, age 94, of the Petros Community, passed away Friday September 22, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was a member of Petros Fellowship Church of God. Christine served her Lord and Savoir most of her life and enjoyed baking and helping people in her community. At the time of her death,...
Bessie Marie (Potter) James
Sep 12, 2023
Mrs. Bessie Marie Potter James, 90, of Harriman, passed away September 12, 2023, at Canterfield of Oak Ridge. She was a member of the Potters House Fellowship Church. Bessie worked for 40 plus years at Roane Hosiery and Volunteered at Roane Medical Center for many years.
She was preceded in death by her husband: William...
Carol Diane (Byrd) Thomas
Sep 9, 2023
Mrs. Carol Diane Byrd Thomas, age 72, of Deer Lodge, passed away Saturday September 9, 2023, at her home. She retired from Knox County School after working as a teachers aide at Central High School for many years.
She is preceded in death by her parents: R.L. Byrd and Flo Hembree Byrd.
And three sisters:...
Peggy Myers
Sep 8, 2023
Mrs. Peggy Myers, age 81 of Crossville, passed away Friday September 8, 2023, at Life Care Center of Crossville.
She is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law: Barabara Brown, and Susan and Shane Smiddie.
Two grandchildren: Alyssa Smiddie Barnett and Ryan Smiddie.
Along with several friends and loved ones.
A...

Paul "Bud" Luther Mathis
Sep 4, 2023
Mr. Paul “Bud” Mathis, 92, of Oakdale passed away at home on September 4, 2023. He loved puzzle work, playing guitar, and reading.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Luther & Thema Virginia Bingham Mathis.
Brothers: Ralph Mathis and Leonard Mathis.
Sister: June Hutcherson.
He...
Ron Bennett Guinn
Sep 3, 2023
Mr. Ron Guinn, 81, of Harriman passed away on September 3, 2023, at Roane Medical Center. He loved football, especially U.T. football, and he enjoyed building storage buildings.
He was preceded in death by his Son Brian Guinn.
Parents: Fred & Oletha Guinn.
Brother: Tommy Guinn.
Nephew: Steven Guinn.
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Willis Eugene Poland
Aug 17, 2023
Mr. Willis E. Poland, age 82, of Petros, passed away Thursday August 17, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Willis worked for many years at Petros – Joyner Elementary School.
He was preceded in death by two brothers: Carl and Willard Poland.
And four sisters: Margaret Walker, Juanita Edmonds, Irma Lee Lemons, and...
Joy Nell Armes
Aug 8, 2023
Ms. Joy Nell Armes, age 50, of Wartburg, passed away Tuesday August 8, 2023. She was a 1991 graduate of Central High School in Wartburg. After graduation, she studied at Tennessee College of Applied Technology, and worked at Plateau Electric Co-Op for several years. Joy Nell was a loving and devoted aunt and spent much of her time caring...

Delbert Findley Kerns
Aug 1, 2023
Mr. Delbert Kerns, 71, of Harriman passed away August 1, 2023, at Roane Medical Center. He enjoyed spending time and playing with his grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his parents: William & Ollie Kerns.
Brother: Jake Brannon.
Sister: Barbara Carter.
He is survived by three...

Gary Lynn (Russell) Russell
Jul 26, 2023
Mr. Gary Russell Sr., age 77, of Rockwood, passed away on Wednesday July 26, 2023, at Roane Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. Gary was also a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a fireman for the city of Harriman and also worked at K-25. Gary was an auctioneer as well.
He was...
James Boyce Polston
Jul 25, 2023
Mr. James Boyce Polston, age 86 of Harriman, passed away peacefully Tuesday July 25, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. James, fondly known by close friends as “Buddy” was born to Tasco & Mary Polston on May 17, 1937, on his family farm in Harriman. As a boy, he learned to farm that land that he cherished,...
Karen Sue (Frederick) Goad
Jul 23, 2023
Mrs. Karen Goad, age 55 of Harriman passed away July 23, 2023, at Roane Medical Center. She loved her grandkids and spending time with them.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Lonnie Goad.
Daughter: Misty Goad.
Father: Walter Frederick.
Survived by her son: Travis Goad.
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Misty Dawn Powers
Jul 19, 2023
Ms. Misty Dawn Power, 43, of Harriman, passed away July 19, 2023, at Parkwest Medical Center. She was a member of the Free Pentecostal Church of Harriman. She enjoyed making crafts and sewing.
She was preceded in death by her father: A.J. Power.
Sisters: Donna Stone and List McClure.
Niece: Lori...
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