Obituaries

Jerry  Lynn Goddard

Jerry Lynn Goddard

Mar 7, 2019

Mr. Jerry Goddard, age 72 of South Harriman, passed away Thursday March 7, 2019 at his home.  He was a Deacon at Childs Memorial Baptist Church for many years and a member of South Gate Masonic Lodge #569.  Jerry served as a Roane County Commissioner for 20 years and was a proud South Harriman Pirate Alumni.  He retired from Martin...

John Daniel "Big Daddy Smoove" Hope

John Daniel "Big Daddy Smoove" Hope

Mar 3, 2019

God called Mr. John "Hap" Hope "AKA Big Daddy Smoove", age 53 of Wartburg, to be with Him on Sunday March 3, 2019 at Methodist Center in Oak Ridge. John was a graduate of Oak Ridge High School and he also attended the University of Tennessee. He was such a happy man with a gigantic heart who loved everybody. He...

Melvin  Dale Blake

Melvin Dale Blake

Mar 2, 2019

Mr. Melvin Dale Blake, age 68, of Harriman, passed away Saturday March 2, 2019 at Turkey Creek Medical Center.  He retired from Waste Connections after 36 years.  He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, watching ‘game shows' and wrestling. He is preceded in death by his parents: Melvin & Edna Blake. He is survived by his wife: Sandra Blake. Three sons and daughters-in-law:...

Harvey  Joe Noe

Harvey Joe Noe

Feb 24, 2019

Mr. Harvey Noe, age 64 of Harriman, passed away Sunday February 24, 2019 at Harriman Care and Rehab. Harvey worked as a Journeyman Lineman with Service Electric for several years. He was preceded in death by his wife: Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Goldston Noe And his parents: Ernest and Eula Hodge Noe He is survived by two aunts: Orangie Noe of...

James Franklin "Jim" Moore

James Franklin "Jim" Moore

Feb 22, 2019

Mr. Jim Moore, age 69 of Rockwood, passed away Friday February 22, 2019 at his home.  He was a Born Again Christian and loved the Lord.  He enjoyed riding and working with horses, watching wrestling and westerns. He was preceded in death by his parents: Ben Moore & Helen Conner. Sisters: Becky Cofer and Janice Cofer. Brother: Benny Moore. He...

Loyce  Aileen Kubas

Loyce Aileen Kubas

Feb 21, 2019

Mrs. Loyce Aileen May Kubas, age 84 of Harriman, went to be with Jesus on Thursday February 21, 2019. She was born in Wheat, Tennessee on February 27, 1934. Mrs. Kubas was a long time member of the Lee Village Baptist Church where she served as a secretary for 10 years following her retirement from South Central Bell Telephone Company....

Imogene Delius

Imogene Delius

Feb 17, 2019

Mrs. Edith Imogene Hamby Delius, age 91 of Somerset, Kentucky, formerly of Westel, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband: Paul Edwin Delius.. She is survived by two daughters: Pat Delius Harrison and Rhonda Delius Martin. Three grandchildren: Roger Wayne "Bo" and Ellen Hurley, Joe and Katie Martin, and Sarah...

Brenda  Lynn Davidson

Brenda Lynn Davidson

Feb 17, 2019

Ms. Brenda Davidson, age 73 of Renaissance Terrance, passed away Sunday February 17, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents: Leonard & Georgie Langley. Two sisters: Evelyn Bonifacious and Bobbie Mathis. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Cynthia & Roy Summers. Three sisters: Peggy Summers, Mary Leppard, and Anita Brock. Along with several nieces, nephews, friends...

Jimmy  Wendel Kirkland

Jimmy Wendel Kirkland

Feb 16, 2019

Mr. Jimmy Kirkland, age 77 of Rockwood, passed away Saturday February 16, 2019 at his home. Jimmy was a proud Veteran of the United States Army and a member of the American Legion Post 53 in Harriman. In his leisure time, Jimmy enjoyed fishing, visiting flea markets and listening to music. He was preceded in death by his parents: James...

James Edward "Ed" Collins

James Edward "Ed" Collins

Feb 14, 2019

Mr. Ed Collins, age 95, of Harriman, passed away Thursday February 14, 2019 at Jamestowne Assisted Living.  He was a member of Trenton Street Baptist Church.  Ed served in the US Army from April 24, 1943 to February 1, 1945 in the 36th Infantry Division, 143 Infantry Regiment, H Company and served in the European Theater.  He was wounded in...

Harold  William Pace

Harold William Pace

Feb 14, 2019

Mr. Harold Pace , age 91 of Lancing, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday February 14, 2019 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.  He was born September 6, 1927 to William Alex and Annie Norris Pace. Harold, a faithful member of the Clear Creek Missionary Baptist Church, was an avid Bible reader who liked to refer to...

Georgia Tarter

Georgia Tarter

Feb 14, 2019

Mrs. Georgia Myers Tarter, age 92 of Harriman, gained her wings on Thursday February 14, 2019. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and she was also a faithful member of the Bazeltown Baptist Church until her health declined. Mrs. Tarter loved gardening and cooking for her family. She was born on April 27, 1926 to the union...

James Shirks

James Shirks

Feb 13, 2019

Mr. James Shirks, age 94 of the Petros community, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday February 13, 2019 with his family by his side. James was very active in the Petros community. He served four years in the Navy in the South Pacific during WWII. He was one of the oldest WWII Veterans in Morgan County. He is survived...

Shirley  Jean Langley

Shirley Jean Langley

Feb 10, 2019

Mrs. Shirley Baker Langley , age 83 of Wartburg, went home to be with the Lord Saturday February 9, 2019. She was a member of Piney Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband: Ray C. Langley. Her parents: Homer and Bessie Baker. And three brothers: Robert, Archie and Stanley Baker. She is survived by her daughter and...

Donald Young

Donald Young

Feb 9, 2019

Mr. Donald Young, age 69 of Wartburg, passed away Saturday February 9, 2019 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a graduate of Sunbright High School in 1969. Donald served in the United States Army and was a decorated Vietnam Veteran. He retired from Martin Marietta after many years of faithful service. He was preceded in death by...

Betty  June Davidson

Betty June Davidson

Feb 7, 2019

Mrs. Betty Davidson, age 88 of Harriman, passed away Thursday February 7, 2019 at Jamestowne Assisted Living in Kingston.  She was a member of the First Christion Church.  Betty loved working with flowers, jewelry making, and crafts.  She was also a member of the Red Hat Society.  God, family and friends were her focus and spreading joy was her passion....

Roger  Dale Hicks

Roger Dale Hicks

Feb 5, 2019

Mr. Roger Hicks, age 64 of Harriman, passed away Tuesday February 5, 2019 at Roane Medical Center. He retired from Christmas Lumber Company after many years of service. Roger was a deacon and associate pastor of Lee Village Baptist Church. He loved hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents: Oscar...

Mary  Magdalene Hall

Mary Magdalene Hall

Feb 3, 2019

Mrs. Mary Hall, age 50 of Ten Mile, passed away Sunday February 3, 2019 at her home. She is survived by her Husband: Gary Hall Her parents: Lenard and Francine Morgan One son: Mitchell (Myra) Hall One daughter: Rachel (Steven) Davis One brother: Jack Morgan One grandchild: Malachi Hall And a host of other family, friends and loved ones. A...

Eddie  Dean McCarroll

Eddie Dean McCarroll

Feb 3, 2019

Mr. Eddie Dean McCarroll, age 70 of Harriman, passed away Sunday February 3, 2019 at his home.  He was a member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church.  Eddie loved watching football and going fishing. He was preceded in death by his father: Melvin McCarroll. He is survived by his son: Isreal McCarroll of San Carlos, CA His mother: Pat of Memphis....

Arvil  Ray Tilson

Arvil Ray Tilson

Jan 21, 2019

Mr. Arvil Ray Tilson , age 75 of Wartburg, passed away Monday January 21, 2019 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He attended Liberty Baptist Church. Mr. Tilson, as he was affectionately known for many years, was a teacher and principal in the Morgan County School System for more than thirty-two years. He was an avid sports enthusiast being...