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

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

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

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.

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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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