Obituaries

Michael  Clay Buck

Michael Clay Buck

Oct 10, 2016

Mr. Michael Buck, age 57, of Oliver Springs, passed away on Monday October 10, 2016 at his home. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and was a big Mark Martin fan. Mr. Buck was also an Indianapolis Colts fan and loved spending time with his grand kids. He is preceded in death by his wife: Geneva Burnette Buck. Mother: Clata Buck. Brother:...

Gary  Allen Myers

Gary Allen Myers

Oct 9, 2016

Mr. Gary Allen "Red" Myers, age 69, of Harriman, passed away Sunday October 9, 2016 at his home. Gary was part of the gospel singing group "5 Stars Jubilee" and "God's Cargo". He was also a Veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: George and Carrie Johnson One brother: Alford Lee "Toby" Myers...

Sandy  N. Lavender

Sandy N. Lavender

Oct 7, 2016

Mrs. Sandy Lavender, age 65 of Wartburg passed away Friday October 7, 2016 after a lingering battle with cancer. She was a 1969 graduate of Sunbright High School and a member of Wartburg Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents: Lemon and Lois Jones. Two brothers: Ronnie and Freddie Jones. Her father-in-law: Dale Lavender, Sr. And two...

Timothy Guy "Tim" Wright

Timothy Guy "Tim" Wright

Oct 6, 2016

Mr. Timothy Guy "Tim" Wright, age 53 of Harriman passed away October 6, 2016 at home. Tim worked with his Dad for many years at Wright's Siding and Guttering. He was also very involved in Ridgeview's Celebrate Recovery. Tim loved helping others. He is preceded in death by his parents: Barney and Margaret Wright And one brother: James Wright He...

Thomas  Victor Palmer

Thomas Victor Palmer

Oct 6, 2016

Services The family will have a private service at a later date.

Mary  Louise Miles

Mary Louise Miles

Oct 6, 2016

Mrs. Mary Louise Pressley Miles, age 67 of Harriman, passed away October 6, 2016 at her home. She was preceded in death by her father: Elmer Lee Pressley She is survived by her mother: Dorothy Hamilton Pressley Two sons: Mickey Pressley and Joseph Miles Five brothers: Elmer and his wife Nancy Pressley, Alan and his wife Cathy Pressley, Marvin and...

Danny  Robert Oran

Danny Robert Oran

Oct 5, 2016

Mr. Danny Robert Oran age 73 of Harriman, passed away October 5, 2016. He was Army Veteran. Danny was loved by many inside and outside of the family. He will be greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Eugene and Ruth Oran.

He is survived by his wife: Barbara Oran. Son: Neil Oran. Daughter-in-law:...

Ellen Louise "Louise" Currier

Ellen Louise "Louise" Currier

Oct 4, 2016

Mrs. Ellen Louise Rutledge Currier, age 88 of Harriman, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday October 4, 2016 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, but most of all a Christian lady that loved her Savior. She attended both Edgewood Baptist Church in Kingston and Mt. Pisgah...

Donald  Hubert Strickland

Donald Hubert Strickland

Oct 1, 2016

Mr. Donald H. Strickland, age 70 of Wartburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday October 1, 2016 with his family by his side. Donald was a man who loved the Lord. He was a member of Coal Hill Baptist Church. Donald served his country in the United States Navy and was a Vietnam Veteran. He was...

Charles  Francis Kaldenbach

Charles Francis Kaldenbach

Sep 22, 2016

Mr. Charles Francis Kaldenbach, age 81, passed away Thursday September 22, 2016. Charles was born in Washington D.C. on January 8th, 1935 and was raised on the family's Hydromont Farm in Charles County MD. He was a USAF Korean War era vet who served as crew member on a B-36 bomber. He met his wife of 61, Marcella Nardinger of...

Reba  Doris Cooper

Reba Doris Cooper

Sep 22, 2016

Mrs. Reba Basler Cooper, age 81, of Wartburg passed away Thursday September 22, 2016 at her home. She retired from Red Kapp Industries after many years of faithful service and was a member of Mossy Grove Baptist Church. Reba loved spending time outdoors working in her flower garden and is considered by her family to be the world's greatest cook....

Otto  Clarence Barnes

Otto Clarence Barnes

Sep 21, 2016

Mr. Otto Clarence Barnes age 85 of Harriman, entered into his eternal rest Wednesday September 21, 2016 at his home. A proud Army Veteran, he served in WWII (at 15 years of age), Korea and Vietnam. He later worked and retired from GTE Valenite in Michigan. Mr. Barnes was a member of the Disabled American Veteran Organization, American Legion, and...

Kenneth Edward "Red" Beard

Kenneth Edward "Red" Beard

Sep 21, 2016

Mr. Kenny "Red" Beard, age 69 of Harriman passed away September 21, 2016 at Roane Medical Center. Red worked in plumbing for many years and always enjoyed helping people. He is preceded in death by his wife: Doris Beard And one brother: Robert Beard He is survived by two daughters: Brenda Beard Brown "Pudge" and Bricklyn Beard McPeak Four grandchildren:...

Betty  Jean Ashley

Betty Jean Ashley

Sep 16, 2016

Ms. Betty Ashley, age 65 of Harriman, passed away Friday September 16, 2016 at Harriman Care and Rehab. Ms. Ashley enjoyed collecting Native American artifacts. She was preceded in death by her parents: Kenneth and Sophia Ashley Two brothers: Carl and Jr. Ashley And husband: David Wright She is survived by her son: Billy Ashley of Ohio One granddaughter: Kimberly...

Kevin  Scott Bagwell

Kevin Scott Bagwell

Sep 13, 2016

Mr. Kevin Bagwell age 44 of Harriman, passed away September 13, 2016 at UT Medical Center after a motorcycle accident. Mr. Bagwell worked as a correctional officer at the Morgan County Correctional Complex. He loved riding his bike and spending time with his family and grandkids. He is survived by his wife: Jodie McCoy Bagwell Six children: Nicole Watts and...

Carolyn  Joyce Edwards

Carolyn Joyce Edwards

Sep 7, 2016

Mrs. Carolyn Joyce Edwards, age 73 of Oakdale, passed away Wednesday September 7, 2016 at Methodist Medical Center. Mrs. Edwards loved flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents: Orville and Lena Parks Two brothers: Orville and Carl Mack Parks And one sister: Bobbie Hayes She is survived by her husband: Arthur Edwards Sr. Six sons: Tim, Arthur Jr.,...

Alberta  Lynn Bratek

Alberta Lynn Bratek

Sep 2, 2016

Mrs. Alberta "Birdie" Bratek, age 57 of Deer Lodge passed away Friday September 2, 2016 at Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville. She was a member of Pleasant Green Church of the Nazarene. Birdie was a good Christian woman. She had a deep love for people, her greatest joy in life was serving those around her and caring for her animals....

Gina  Lynn Hawn

Gina Lynn Hawn

Aug 31, 2016

Mrs. Gina Lynn Hawn, age 58, of Knoxville passed away Wednesday August 31, 2016 at the Turkey Creek Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ron and Jean Damron. Her daughter: Nicki Hawn. And a grandson: Trevor Dukes. She is survived by her husband of 28 years: William Hawn. Her children: Anthony Dukes, Jeannie Dawson and Ronald...

Charles  Ed Young

Charles Ed Young

Aug 19, 2016

Mr. Charles Ed Young, age 74 of Lancing, passed away Friday August 19, 2016 at his home after a short illness. Charles Ed was a prominent business man in the community. He owned Young's Auto Part store in Wartburg for many years. He was a member of the Emerald Lodge #377 in Wartburg. He was also a lifelong member of...

Geraldine McCoy

Geraldine McCoy

Aug 16, 2016

Mrs. Geraldine McCoy, age 72 of Oakdale, passed away Tuesday August 16, 2016 at Methodist Medical Center. Mrs. McCoy was a member of the Big Emory Church and she loved the Lord with all of her heart. She loved flowers and was a member of the Harriman Garden Club. She loved making trips to the smokies and spending time with...