Obituaries
Willow Orion Newport
Feb 8, 2026
Willow Orion Newport, daughter of John-Thomas (JT) & Jessie Newport was born an angel on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Fort Sanders Medical Center in Knoxville.
She was predeceased by her sister: Ryleigh Lynn.
Grandfathers: John Grimsley and John Newport.
Along with her parents she is also survived by grandmothers: Janice Grimsley and Kathy Smith.
Brothers: Derek Newport, Gabriel Newport and Kurt Latkowski.
Aunts and uncles:...
Jose Andres
Feb 5, 2026
Jose Andres, age 34, of Harriman passed away February 5, 2026. He enjoyed playing soccer and going fishing with his brothers. Jose loved being an uncle to his two nieces and talking with them and spending time family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his brother: Jeronim Gomez.
Survived by father: Caziato Andres.
Mother: Jolia Gomez.
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Jayden Lee Smith
Feb 1, 2026
Mr. Jayden Lee “Kurt” Smith, age 17, of Deer Lodge, passed away Sunday February 1, 2026, at his home. He was a student at Sunbright High School. Kurt enjoyed playing guitar, gaming, and recently discovered welding, which he was very excited about. Jayden was at home in the outdoors and enjoyed working on the farm with his Papaw David, where...
Amanda V Troyer
Jan 31, 2026
Amanda V. Wengerd Troyer, age 80 of the Gatewood Ford community, passed away Saturday January 31, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born August 31, 1945, to Valentine and Lizzie Wengerd, she married Jacob M. Troyer on December 2, 1971. They were married for 44 years until he passed away on November 18, 2015. Amanda was a member...
Patricia Ann Brooks
Jan 30, 2026
Ms. Patricia Ann "Patsy" Brooks, age 82 of Harriman, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at University of Tennessee Medical Center. Patsy was a devoted member of Gallaher Road Baptist Church where she faithfully served by playing the piano. Her love for music was deeply rooted in her faith, and she found great joy playing, singing, and sharing her testimony...
Betty Lou Johnson Cannon Butler
Jan 25, 2026
Mrs. Betty "Bet" Lou Butler passed away Sunday January 25, 2026, at home surrounded by her family.
Betty was born in Glenmary and grew up in the Emory Heights area. She later moved to Memphis, where she lived until the death of her husband. Upon returning home, she worked customer service jobs where she enjoyed conversing with the customers. This is...
Donald Miller
Jan 24, 2026
Donald Wayne Miller, age 78, left this world on the morning of January 24, 2026, in his living room, surrounded by his family, and immediately became present with Jesus.
Donald was born on February 3, 1947, at home on Ruppe Road in Oakdale, Tennessee, to Hugh & Eula Miller. He grew up in a large, loving family with nine siblings, learning early...
Samuel Glenn Daniels
Jan 24, 2026
Mr. Samuel "Glenn" Daniels, age 86, of Harriman, passed away on January 24, 2026, at Jamestown Assisted Living.
Glenn and his siblings were all raised in Harriman, Tennessee, a place he proudly called home. Glenn worked for the Harriman Housing Authority and Tennessee Forging Steel. He enjoyed many hobbies, especially fishing and playing horseshoes. He often competed in local horseshoe tournaments...
Norma White
Jan 23, 2026
Ms. Norma Ester White, age 66 of Rockwood, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at Roane Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Rodney Richard White Sr.
Parents: Harvey Seeber & Nancy Ester Phillips Seeber.
She is survived by her son: Rodney & Amanda White.
Two daughters: Jerry Amanda Douglas and Heather Georgina Bryant.
Two...
Albert Lane
Jan 22, 2026
Mr. Albert Gibson Lane, Mr. Albert Gibson Lane, age 69 of Lancing, passed away on January 22, 2026, at Roane Medical Center. Albert is survived by his daughters, Matilda Bouton and husband Ben, and Grace Hunter and husband Brent; his granddaughter, Marcella Bouton; brother, Bill Lane and wife Sandy; brother-in-law, Phillip Lowery and wife Cindy; and several nieces and nephews.
He...
Robert Henley
Jan 21, 2026
Mr. Robert Henley, age 73, of Rockwood, went to be with the Lord on January 21, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was a of Baptist Faith. Robert worked as a Dredge operator for Harrison Construction for many years.
He is preceded in death by his father: Robert Henley.
Mother: Bernice Raymond.
Sister: Sharon Johnson.
Brother: Randy Raymond.
Mother-in-law: Peggy Ford.
He is...
Gabriel Thomas
Jan 20, 2026
Mr. Gabriel “Turbo” Thomas, 25, of Oakdale, passed away on January 20, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was a member of Mt. Vernal Baptist Church, he served Morgan and Anderson Sheriff departments, and he worked at Shield and Buckler. Gabriel had strong faith in the Lord and that faith kept him going through his illness. He never met...
Marilyn Martini
Jan 17, 2026
Mrs. Marilyn A Martini, passed away peacefully at Roane Medical Center on January 17, 2026. She retired from Roane Medical Center as a Ward Clerk where she was a firecracker on the floor. Thrift store and yard sale junkie on the weekends. She could make the best burnt grilled cheeses and grow the biggest, most beautiful roses.Preceded in death by...
Dorothy Brown
Jan 17, 2026
.Dorothy ("Dot") Marie Brown, beloved mother and grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2026, at the age of 91 as she was surrounded by her loving family and friends at Roane Memorial Hospital.
As an active charter member of Lee Village Baptist Church for 50+ years, Dot found joy in serving others, happiness in lasting friendships,...
Linda Miller
Jan 12, 2026
Ms. Linda K. Miller, age 66, of Oak Ridge, passed away Monday January 12, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Randy Miller.
She is survived by her daughter & son-in-law: Stacy & Shaun Luden.
Stepson: Randy Miller Jr.
Mother: Willa Kennedy.
Father: Paul & wife Linda Bingham.
Grandchildren: King Luden and Messiah Luden.
And many aunts, uncles, and...
Pauline Rich
Jan 9, 2026
Mrs. Malissa Pauline Rich, age 90 of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord Friday January 9, 2026, at Life Care Center of Morgan County. She was a long-time member of Mill Baptist Church in Harriman.
She was proceeded in death by her husbands: Joe Lee Branham and Tommy Rich.
Two sons: Eddie Joe Branham and Melvin Rich.
Her parents: Mack and Corda...
Clyde Luttrell
Jan 7, 2026
Mr. Clyde Luttrell, 76 of Oak Ridge passed away Wednesday January 7, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Bible Believers Chapel in Harriman. Clyde was an Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and since 2017 he has served as Post Commander for Amvets Post 2 in Oak Ridge. He retired from Brushy Mt State Penitentiary after 33 ½...
Robert Pressley
Jan 7, 2026
Mr. Robert "Freight Train" Pressley, age 83, of Harriman, passed away Wednesday January 7, 2026, at Roane Medical Center. He attended both the Emory Gap Church of God and Free Pentecostal Church in Harriman. Robert worked at Acme Block / Sequatchie Block in Harriman until his retirement. A passionate outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. As a proud veteran, he...
Timothy Duncan
Jan 4, 2026
Mr. Timothy "Tim" Duncan, 67, of Harriman, passed away Sunday January 4, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.
Tim was a fan of trains, history and automobiles, especially the Chevy Corvair because it was first built in the years Tim was born. He collected model train sets in his younger years. Tim worked for the railroad, Maremont Exhaust Systems in Loudon and...
Rebecca Harvey
Jan 3, 2026
Mrs. Becky Harvey, age 83, of Harriman, passed away Saturday January 3, 2026, at River Grove Health & Rehab in Loudon. She was a member of the Big Emory Baptist Church. Becky loved reading her Bible, doing crossword and word puzzles.
She is preceded in death by her husband: Roy Harvey
Son: David "Harv" Harvey.
Daughter: Lisa Lemons.
Parents: Jack & Irene Bryson.
Two sisters: Barbara...
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