Randy Spears

Sep 29, 2024

Mr. Randy Spears, age 59, of Harriman passed away on September 29, 2024, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was a member of Valley View Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his father: David Spears

He is survived by his mother: Carolyn Wilkie.

Brother: Kenneth Spears.

Two sisters & brothers-in-law: Teresa & Willie Day and Karen & Brian Headrick.

Four-legged son: Broady.

Special...

Ralph Swicegood

Sep 28, 2024

Mr. Ralph Eugene Swicegood, aged 72, of Harriman, passed away on September 28, 2024, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a dedicated grandfather. Ralph was an avid fisherman and a member of Caney Creek Bass Club.

He is preceded in death by his stepfather: Dickey Tidwell.

Father: Ralph Junior Swicegood.

Grandparents: Clarence & Gladys Castleman and Jim & Nota Swicegood.

Brother:...

Norma Mathis

Sep 24, 2024

Mrs. Norma Mathis, age 82, passed away Tuesday September 24, 2024, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She enjoyed attending New Life Baptist Church in Harriman and Bethal Baptist Church in Crossville. Norma retired after 30 plus years of service from the Morgan County Health Department and was the Librarian for 30 years at the Clinch Powell library in Oakdale.

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Dennis Chadwell

Sep 21, 2024

Dennis Chadwell, age 47, of Crossville, TN. Loving husband, father and son known for his humorous personality and love of God and family left us on September 21, 2024. Born July 31, 1977. Dennis lived a life of tremendous passion and service towards others especially during his time as a police officer. Dennis was an alumni of Harriman High School...

Brenda Gibson

Sep 16, 2024

Ms. Brenda "Bea" Gibson, age 75, of Harriman passed away Monday September 16, 2024, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman after a short battle with cancer. She loved attending Emory Height Baptist Church where she was a member for 35 years. Bea enjoyed going to yard sales, loved her VOLS and had a talent for sewing.

She is preceded...

Edna McCarroll

Sep 5, 2024

Ms. Edna Mae McCarroll, age 99, passed away peacefully at her home on September 5, 2024. She was born April 5, 1925. Edna work at Roane Horsey, The Harriman Record, and in 1969 she was the 1st female Police Officer to be haired in Roane County working for the Harriman Police Department.

She is proceeded in death by...

Bruce Cantrell

Sep 4, 2024

Bruce Cantrell, age 73 passed away on September 4th, 2024. A Vietnam veteran, aquanaut, and lifelong teacher, Bruce was born in Oliver Springs and grew up in Roane County. He graduated from Harriman High School in 1969. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee Technological University in 1977 and a Masters of Science in Biology from American University in...

John Balanetsky

Sep 3, 2024

John Balanetsky Jr, aged 81, passed away on September 3, 2024. He was a beloved father, husband, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

John was born on March 15, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he spent his formative years. He went on to serve in the US Air Force and later attended Purdue...

Harvey "Spunky" Hill

Aug 31, 2024

Mr. Harvey Wayne "Spunky" Hill, age 75, of Oakdale, went home to be with the lord on Saturday August 31, 2024, with his loving wife by his side. Spunky was fun to be around and was always cutting up and joking with his family and friends. He enjoyed Go Kart racing with his sons and his grandchildren. He also enjoyed...

William H. Young

Aug 31, 2024

Rev. William H. "Bill" Young, age 70 of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord Saturday August 31, 2024, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. Bro. Bill was baptized at Walnut Hill Baptist Church in Harriman at a young age. He grew up in Harriman and graduated from Harriman High School in 1972. He was a 1980 graduate of...

Freida Williford

Aug 28, 2024

Mrs. Fredia Kay Reed Williford, age 65, passed away Wednesday August 28, 2024, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of the Rockwood Baptist Tabernacle. Fredia worked for many years at Y-12 in Oak Ridge.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Keith Williford.

Parents: Homer & Gloria Boles.

Sister Gloria Ann Boles.

Great grandson:...

Melissa Byess

Aug 26, 2024

Ms. Melissa Byess, age 58 of Chatsworth, Georgia, passed away Monday August 26, 2024, at her home. She loved her cats and Bon Jovi.

She was preceded in death by her sister: Sherry Barger.

She is survived by two daughters: Natosha Key of Oliver Springs, and Tiffianey Wells of California.

Her parents: Lloyd and Phyllis Barger of Lancing.

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John Chapman

Aug 23, 2024

Mr. John Christopher "JC" Chapman, age 48, of Westel passed away Friday August 23, 2024. JC enjoyed playing video games and watching TikTok and loved animals. He was proud to know of his Indian heritage.

His is preceded in death by his father: JC Chapman, Jr.

Grandparents: JC Sr. & Jean Chapman and Bryant & Elizabeth Regen.

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Frederick Johnson

Aug 21, 2024

Frederick Ervin Johnson, affectionately known as "TJ", was born June 11, 1954 to the late Samuel Johnson and Georgia Meyers. God chose to call him home to live with him on August 20, 2024.

He was raised in the Bazeltown Community and was saved at a young age while attending the Bazeltown Baptist Church. He later became a member...

Paul Edwards

Aug 10, 2024

Mr. Paul Vincent Edwards, born November 15, 1965, left this earth to go to his Heavenly home on Saturday August 10, 2024. 

 

He was preceded in death by his father: Arthur Leroy Edwards

Daughter: Miranda Guy

Grandparents: Tom & Hattie Beach and Rev. Frank and Flora Edwards

Grandmother: Clarice B. Sampson

Aunt: Judi Anderson

And Three Uncles: Johnny, David, and Joe Sampson

 

He is survived by his...

William Mitchell

Aug 9, 2024

Mr. William Stuart Mitchell, born December 20, 1963 to Dollie and Leon Mitchell. He served our country as a 63B Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic in the U.S Army. He joined the Army in 1984 and completed basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina followed by Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. His first permanent party assignment was...

Clent Simmons

Aug 6, 2024

Mr. Clent Simmons passed away on Tuesday August 6, 2024, at Roane Medical Center.

At his request, Cremation services will be private.

Davis Funeral Home, Harriman, is honored to serve the family of Mr. Clent Simmons during this time.

Donna Hayes

Aug 5, 2024

Ms. Donna Hayes, age 52, of Harriman passed away Monday August 5, 2024, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.

She is preceded in death by her mother: Helen Hayes.

Brother: Gary Hayes.

She is survived by her son: Alex Mooris.

Fiancé: Tony Gibson.

Father: Bill Hayes.

Granddaughter: Vanessa Lane.

And many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

The family will receive friends Friday August 9, 2024, from 5:00 to...

William Miller

Jul 30, 2024

Mr. William "Wally" Bill Miller, age 76, of Harriman passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024. He was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp. Wally worked at the historic Brushy Mountain Penitentiary and later at the Morgan County Correctional Facility where he eventually retired. Outside of his working life, he loved playing golf.

He was preceded in death by his...

Oval Edington

Jul 25, 2024

Ms. Oval Lou Edington, age 85, of Daysville passed away Thursday July 25, 2024, at Good Samaritan in Fairfield Glade. She was a beloved wife, mother, mamaw, and friend.

 

 

She is proceeded in death by her parents: Hestel & Allie Price.

Five brothers and five sisters.

Three grandsons: Ray, Matthew, and Jamie.

Granddaughter: Samantha.

 

 

She is survived by her husband: Kenneth Eddington.

Son: Ken Eddington.

Five daughters...