Obituaries

William Charles "Bill" Freer

William Charles "Bill" Freer

Dec 31, 2014

Mr. William Charles "Bill" Freer, age 65, passed away at home on December 31, 2014 with his beloved family by his side after a long battle with COPD. He is the loving husband of Debra Freer, father of two children, and grandfather of three grandchildren. He was the eldest son of William E. and Antoinette Freer. Bill grew up in...

Alvin Palmer

Alvin Palmer

Dec 29, 2014

Mr. Alvin Palmer, age 67, of Kingston passed away at his home Monday December 29, 2014.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Richard and Colline Palmer And grandparents: Robert and Dora Ward.

He is survived by three sisters: June Cisson and husband Clyde, Virginia Rucker and husband Jerry, and Jan Farmer all of Kingston. Several...

Gloria  Ruth Barton

Gloria Ruth Barton

Dec 27, 2014

Mrs. Ruth Barton, age 89, of Harriman passed on to Heaven Saturday December 27, 2014. Ruth had been a resident of Victorian Square Assisted Living Facility in Rockwood since April 2013. She married her husband, Glenn Howard Barton, after he returned from World War II and was preceded in death by him in 2004. She was also preceded in death...

Annette  Louise Harmon

Annette Louise Harmon

Dec 24, 2014

Ms. Annette Trail Harmon, age 47 of Rocky Top, formerly of Harriman, passed away Wednesday December 24, 2014 at her home. She was an artist known to many. Annette always had a smile on her face, she was very friendly and never met a stranger. She was of the Baptist faith and read her Bible daily and enjoyed listening to...

Mary  Elizabeth Brooks

Mary Elizabeth Brooks

Dec 21, 2014

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Brooks, age 74 of Kingston passed away Sunday December 21, 2014 at Roane Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Dana Brooks One daughter: Wanda Brooks And one sister: Helen Gentry.

She is survived by three special friends: Jean Waldo, Carolyn Roddy, and Terri Kamer And a host of other friends....

Glenn E. "Denny" Galyon

Glenn E. "Denny" Galyon

Dec 13, 2014

Mr. Glenn E. "Denny" Galyon, age 72, of Harriman passed away Saturday December 13, 2014 at Renaissance Terrace in Rockwood. He served in the Tennessee Army National Guard from 1964 till 1970. He was preceded in death by his parents: Paul and Eva Galyon. One brother: Al Galyon. And one sister: Deanna "Sissy" Galyon. He is survived by his daughter...

Lawrence Thomas "Tommy" Taylor

Lawrence Thomas "Tommy" Taylor

Dec 12, 2014

Mr. Lawrence "Tommy" Taylor, age 83 of Harriman, passed away Friday December 12, 2014 at The Bridge in Rockwood. He was a United States Army veteran.

He was preceded in death by his first wife: Marie Taylor Parents: Robert Lee and Hope Taylor One son: Terry Taylor Four brothers: Frank, Homer, Bobby Jack, and Don Taylor And one sister:...

Harry  Terrance Whiley

Harry Terrance Whiley

Dec 7, 2014

Mr. Harry T. Whiley, age 82 of Harriman, passed away Sunday December 7, 2014 at Roane Medical Center. He was a United States Marine Corps vet of the Korean War.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert and Annie Whiley. Three brothers: Donald, Arthur George and Robert Whiley.

He is survived by his wife of...

April  Dawn Manis

April Dawn Manis

Dec 7, 2014

Mrs. April Dawn Manis, age 40 of Harriman passed away December 7, 2014 at Roane Medical Center. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her daughter: Ricca Manis. Parents: Frank & Ricky Boles. Brother: Franklin Boles II. Sister: Georgina Seever.

She is survived by two daughters: Tiffany Cox and...

Alvin Lee "Hoot" Gibson

Alvin Lee "Hoot" Gibson

Dec 2, 2014

Mr. Alvin "Hoot" Gibson age 79 of Harriman passed away Tuesday December 2, 2014 at his home.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Arthur and Sadie Ollis Gibson Four brothers: Glen, Oscar, Lawrence and Sherman And two sisters: Beulah Wells and Irene Rose

He is survived by one daughter and son in law: Audra Lisa...

Roberta  Moore Burgess

Roberta Moore Burgess

Nov 28, 2014

Mrs. Roberta Moore Burgess age 61 of Harriman passed away Friday November 28, 2014 at Roane Medical Center. Preceded in death by her husband: Clay Burgess. Son: Kenneth Clayton Burgess Father: Kenneth Moore. Brother: Ken Moore She is survived by her loving caring daughter and best friend: Amber Burgess Mother: Joy Moore. Brother: Jerome "Jerry" Moore. Sister in law: Jennifer...

James  Henry Ray  Sr.

James Henry Ray Sr.

Nov 23, 2014

Mr. James Henry Ray Sr., age 73, passed away Sunday November 23, 2014 at The Bridge in Rockwood surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Henry and Willie Pearl Bushong Ray. Three brothers: Johnny, Donnie, and Jimmy Ray.

He is survived by his wife: Geneva Phillips Ray. Two sons: James Ray Jr....

Mary  Edna Sumner

Mary Edna Sumner

Nov 23, 2014

Mrs. Mary Edna Hall Sumner, age 91, a native of Morgan County, went to be with the Lord Sunday November 23, 2014. She was a servant of the Lord for many years. She enjoyed gardening, especially her flowers, and she was an accomplished seamstress. Mrs. Sumner was very devoted to her family. She loved working as a nurse for many...

Kelly Lynn Pickard Hall

Kelly Lynn Pickard Hall

Nov 18, 2014

Mrs. Kelly Lynn Pickard Hall, age 37 of Harriman went home to be with the Lord Tuesday November 18, 2014 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her mother: Darlene Manis Pickard. And one son: Christian Lee Hall.

She is survived by her husband: Greg Edgmon. One son: Zackery Scott...

Levie  "Chuck" Brown

Levie "Chuck" Brown

Nov 13, 2014

Mr. Levie "Chuck" Brown, age 42 of Harriman, went to be with the Lord Thursday November 13, 2014 at his home surrounded by family after a long battle with ALS. He attended the Park West Church of God.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Tillman and Mary Ruth Gann Brown One brother: Danny Brown And one sister:...

Lois Ann Coffey Stewart

Lois Ann Coffey Stewart

Nov 12, 2014

Mrs. Lois Coffey Stewart, age 54 of Wartburg passed away at her home November 12, 2014. She loved life, people and animals. She was an intelligent, loving and compassionate soul. Without her, the world is a little less bright.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Wilma "Joann" Bandy Coffey and David Lawrence "Junior" Coffey. Brother: Joe Coffey....

R.  June Burns

R. June Burns

Nov 11, 2014

Mrs. June Howard Burns, age 64 of Crossville, formerly of Lancing, passed away Tuesday November 11, 2014 at Cumberland Medical Center. She worked as a nurse for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her father: Henry Howard. One brother: Danny Howard. One niece: Monica Beasley. And a nephew: Richard Jones. She is survived by her son: Ronnie Burns....

Roger  Allen Gibson

Roger Allen Gibson

Nov 9, 2014

Mr. Roger Allen Gibson, age 59, a life-long resident of Harriman went home to be with the Lord Sunday November 9, 2014 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was preceded in death by his parents: Roy Ed and Lula Nadine Gibson. And two brothers: Daniel and Ronnie Gibson. He is survived by his wife of 40 years: Karen...

Nancy Ann DeLuca Copeland

Nancy Ann DeLuca Copeland

Nov 8, 2014

Mrs. Nancy Ann DeLuca Copeland, age 82 of Harriman, passed away Saturday November 8, 2014 at Briarcliff Health Care Center in Oak Ridge. She meet her husband, Bob, while square dancing. After they were married they worked alongside each other for many years at Roane County Auto Parts. Nancy was a very good wife, friend, and help mate. She was...

Margie  McKinney Futrell

Margie McKinney Futrell

Nov 6, 2014

Mrs. Margie McKinney Futrell, age 90 of Harriman, passed away Thursday November 6, 2014 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a friend to everyone. She was preceded in death by her husband: Frank Futrell. Her parents: Jess and Martha McKinney....