Obituaries

Henrietta Murphy

Henrietta Murphy

Sep 17, 2018

Mrs. Henrietta Moore Murphy , departed this life September 17, 2018 at the age of 68 after an incredibly brave battle with illness. She will be remembered as a kind, loving and caring wife, daughter, mother, grandmother and friend. She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law and friend: Helen Miller. She is survived by her husband of...

Joyce  Ellen Fain

Joyce Ellen Fain

Sep 16, 2018

Mrs. Joyce Fain, age 74 of Harriman, passed away Sunday September 16, 2018 at Roane Medical Center.  She was a member of Riverside Baptist Church where she loved her Sunday School Class.  Joyce also enjoyed bowling, sewing and shopping. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jerry Fain. Parents: Frank & Margie Bosher. She is survived by three daughters...

Curtis Ray

Curtis Ray

Sep 16, 2018

Mr. Curtis Ray, age 68, of Harriman, passed away Sunday September 16, 2018 at his home.  He was a member of Bazeltown Baptist Church.  Curtis gave his life to the Lord under the leadership of Rev. Maceo Roddy.  He retired from the US Army and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is preceded in death by his wife: Athea Myers...

Peggy  Sue Harvey

Peggy Sue Harvey

Sep 11, 2018

Mrs. Peggy Bullard Harvey, age 78, of Harriman, passed away Tuesday September 11, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. She is preceded by her parents: Dock & Helen Robinson Bullard. Three brothers: Joe, Michael, and Jack Bullard. And two sisters: Vivian Lowery and Barbara Teague. She is survived by her husband of 61 years: Sonny Harvey....

Eddie  Faye Baker

Eddie Faye Baker

Sep 4, 2018

Mrs. Eddie Fae Wright Baker, age 89 of Harriman, passed away Tuesday September 4, 2018 at her daughters home.  She retired from TVA Watts Bar Nuclear Plant and was a Activities volunteer with Rockwood Ministerial Association.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her son: Jerry Baker Mother: Faye Catherine Wright. Father:...

John  Daryl Presswood

John Daryl Presswood

Sep 4, 2018

Mr. John D. Presswood, age 43, of Harriman, passed away Tuesday September 4, 2018 at his home. He was a member of the Emory Gap Independent Church of God. He is preceded in death by his parents: Lee and Vicky Presswood. One brother: Alvis Presswood. And one sister: Angel Presswood. He is survived by his son: Brandon Presswood. His daughter:...

Benjamin  Lee Kerley

Benjamin Lee Kerley

Sep 2, 2018

Benjamin Lee Kerley, 41, of Harriman, TN, passed away on September 2, 2018 at his home in Harriman.  Ben was born to Charles R. and Tommie A. Kerley on March 19,1977.  He went to school at Harriman High School and Roane State Community College.  He became a Christian and was baptized at Trenton Street Baptist Church. He is preceded in...

Juan  Cristian Barrios  Jr.

Juan Cristian Barrios Jr.

Aug 20, 2018

Mr. Juan Cristian Barrios Jr., age 18, of Harriman, passed away Monday August 20, 2018. Juan was a 2018 Harriman High School Graduate. He loved reading comic books, playing video games and watching marvel movies. Juan was the type of guy who loved to make people laugh. He is survived by his mother and step father: Rose Olvera and Keith...

Michael  Lynn McDaniel,  Sr

Michael Lynn McDaniel, Sr

Aug 19, 2018

Mr. Michael McDaniel, 51, of Oakdale, passed away Sunday August 19, 2018 at his home.  Michael proudly served his country in the Army.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and just being outdoors.  Michael was a family man who loved his family very much. He is preceded in death by his son: Paul David McDaniel. Parents: Janes and Virginia McDaniel. He is...

Samuel  Joe Guy

Samuel Joe Guy

Aug 11, 2018

Mr. Samuel Joe "Sammy" Guy, age 44, of Oliver Springs, formerly of Harriman, passed away Saturday August 11, 2018 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Riverside Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents: James and Anna Guy. And one brother: David Guy. He is survived by his companion: Molly King and...

Georgia  Sue Gilbert

Georgia Sue Gilbert

Aug 10, 2018

Mrs. Georgia Sue Gilbert, age 77, of Oakdale passed away Friday August 10, 2018 at Roane Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her husband: Lindsey B. Gilbert. Her parents: Roscoe and Rhoda Cromwell. One son: Joseph Gilbert. Four brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her son: Michael Gilbert. Two daughters: Lillian Stewart and Nancy Stewart. Nine...

John  Robert Armes

John Robert Armes

Aug 3, 2018

Mr. John R. Armes, age 70, of Wartburg, passed away Friday August 3, 2018 at Roane Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents: Cordell and Ervia Armes. One grandson: Jacob Armes. And one sister: Marsha Jackson. He is survived by his son: Johnny "John Boy" Armes and Wanda Porter. His grandson: Jordan Armes. And granddaughter: Sis Brown....

Edward  Wade James  Sr.

Edward Wade James Sr.

Aug 1, 2018

Mr. Edward W. James Sr. , age 86, of Harriman, passed away Wednesday August 1, 2018 at Roane Medical Center. He proudly served his country during the Korean War in the United States Army. He was a member of the Lee Village Baptist Church and was an avid fisherman. He is preceded in death by his wife: Betty...

Barbara  Ann Vought

Barbara Ann Vought

Aug 1, 2018

Mrs. Ann C. Vought , age 85 of Harriman, passed away Wednesday August 1, 2018 at Harriman Care and Rehab.  Mrs. Ann was a member of the Eastern Star Laurel Chapter #22 and Lakeview Baptist Church. She loved the piano and played it for 72 years of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband: Charlie...

Egbert  Johnson Hasbrouck

Egbert Johnson Hasbrouck

Aug 1, 2018

Mr. Egbert J. "Bert" Hasbrouck, age 98 of Oakdale, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday August 1, 2018. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Bert was a Church of Christ Minister and served as a missionary in Japan and in California for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 70...

David  Brian Strey

David Brian Strey

Jul 29, 2018

Mr. David Brian Strey , age 58 passed away on Sunday July 29, 2018 at his home. Dave lived life to its fullest. Alongside his wife Kim, he was the owner and operator of K&D Upholstery. He was a dedicated Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed being a part of the lake life crew and took pride in...

Lori  Dawn Elkins

Lori Dawn Elkins

Jul 28, 2018

Ms. Lori Elkins , age 48, of Wartburg passed away Saturday July 28, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. She is preceded in death by her parents: Kyle Edward and Martha Rickett Bullock. One sister: Rene Chandler. And a nephew: Scott Morgan. She is survived by her companion: Lee Howard. Her children: Stephanie Sellers, Rene Elkins,...

Rosalene Ann "Rosie" Dicken

Rosalene Ann "Rosie" Dicken

Jul 24, 2018

Mrs. Rosie Dicken , age 83 of Camp Austin Community in Oakdale, passed away Tuesday July 24, 2018 at her home.  She was a member of Piney Baptist Church.  Mrs. Rosie was a Past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star and she also served as a teachers aid at Oakdale School for 22 years. She was preceded in death by...

Edmond  Harrison Shipley

Edmond Harrison Shipley

Jul 23, 2018

Mr. Edmond Harrison Shipley, I , age 74 of Oliver Springs, formerly of Verona, Mississippi, passed away Monday July 23, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents: Fern Harrison and Genevieve Schull Shipley. And one sister: Leota Irene Swank. He is survived by two sons: Edmond Harrison Shipley, II and Scott Michael Shipley. Three daughters: Tina...

Melissa  A Cooper

Melissa A Cooper

Jul 21, 2018

Melissa Ann Branson Cooper , age 51, of Rockwood, passed away July 21, 2018 at Roane Medical Center. She is preceded by her parents: James Branson and Virginia Inman Mee. She is survived by brother: Scott Branson. The family will have a private service at a later date. Davis Funeral Home, Harriman, honored to be serving the ...