Obituaries

Raymond Thomas Edward Brown

Raymond Thomas Edward Brown

Apr 24, 2026

Mr. Raymond Thomas Brown, age 49, of Kingston, passed away on Friday April 24, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. Raymond loved working on cars was matched only by his love for fishing and exploring the beauty of the outdoors. He reveled in the moments spent surrounded by nature, sharing stories and laughter with family and friends. His generous spirit...

Thomas Richard Poor

Thomas Richard Poor

Apr 24, 2026

Mr. Thomas "Tom" Poor, 67, of Harriman TN, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2026. He was born on March 26, 1959, in Beverly, MA.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents: Irene & Justin "Jessie" William Poor Jr.,

Brother: Justin W. Poor III,

Brother-in-law: Mario D'Eramo,

Nephews: Vincent and Anthony D'Eramo.

 

Left to cherish his memories is his wife: Trish "Curly" Poor.

Daughters:...

Michael Dewayne Hamby

Michael Dewayne Hamby

Apr 14, 2026

Mr. Michael D. "Mike" Hamby, age 61 of the Scutcheon community, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at his home. Mike was a veteran of the United States Army and proudly served in the 1st Armored Division "Old Iron Sides" in Germany and the 2nd Armored Division "Hell on Wheels" at Ft. Hood in...

Rachelle L Thomas

Rachelle L Thomas

Apr 14, 2026

Ms. Rachelle Lynn Thomas, age 63 of Rockwood, passed away April 14, 2026, at Fort Loudon Medical Center in Lenoir City. She was a vibrant spirit who found joy in the simplest of things-fishing, camping, soaking up the sun by the lake, and immersing herself in nature. Rachelle loved a good challenge too, spending countless hours working on puzzles. Above all,...

Jodie Lynn Bottiglieri

Jodie Lynn Bottiglieri

Apr 13, 2026

Jodie Lynn Lurtsema Bottiglieri, age 57, passed away on April 11, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.

Jodie was born on November 6, 1968 and raised in Barrington, New Jersey before later settling in Sunbright, Tennessee.

She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister who loved her family deeply and was always there when she was needed. Her...

Ruth Ann Tate

Ruth Ann Tate

Apr 13, 2026

Ms. Ruth Ann Jones Tate, age 61 of Oakdale, passed away on April 13, 2026, at her home. Ruth Ann loved all animals and tending to her garden.

She was predeceased by her father: Lyndol Dean Jones

Mother: Patricia McKinney

Brothers: Mark Jones and Daivd Jones.

She is survived by husband: Hugh Tate.

Son & daughter-in-law: Joseph & Jessica Crowe.

Granddaughter: Sadie Crowe.

Along with many nieces, nephews,...

Jack A. Matlock

Jack A. Matlock

Apr 6, 2026

Mr. Jack A. Matlock, age 79 of Harriman, TN, passed away April 6, 2026, at his home. He was a member of Bazeltown Baptist Church in Harriman, TN. He grew up in a close-knit family and community where he cultivated deep roots of faith, family, and love. He loved his family unconditionally, and anyone who knew him knew that he had the...

Sarah Lou Brown

Sarah Lou Brown

Apr 3, 2026

Ms. Sarah Lou "Pud" Brown, age 95 of Oakdale, went Home to be with the Lord Friday April 3, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was a member of Trenton Street Baptist Church. She was a faithful servant of the Lord, who was loved by all.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Leonard & Ida Brown.

Brothers: Marvin...

Carol Ann Peters

Carol Ann Peters

Mar 31, 2026

Mrs. Carol Ann Hamby Peters, age 78 of Crossville, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday March 31, 2026. She was a member of Delashmitt Road Baptist Church. Carol was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend.

She was proceeded in death by her husband: Jim Peters.

One son: Gayson Peters.

Great grandson: Waylon Lammel.

Her parents: Carl and Ollie Ellis Hamby.

Two sisters:...

Kathy "Granny Red" Mitchell

Kathy "Granny Red" Mitchell

Mar 29, 2026

Ms. Kathy "Granny Red" Mitchell, age 69 of the Daysville Community, passed away Sunday March 29, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman.

 

She is survived by her Fur babies.

Two daughters & sons-in-law: Tammy & Jody Kindred and Lisa & Kendall Mitchell.

And a host of other family and friends.

 

The family would like to say a special thank you to Cumberland Vital Care,...

Hurley Ray Wilson

Hurley Ray Wilson

Mar 25, 2026

Mr. Hurley Ray Wilson, age 58, of Wartburg, passed away Wednesday March 25, 2026. He will be remembered for his love of motorcycles from and young age, and his hard work operating heavy equipment and dump trucks. Hurley found great joy in watching his son race and treasured those moments deeply. A man of faith, he attended Calvary Missionary Baptist Church...

Connie Sue Achenbach

Connie Sue Achenbach

Mar 24, 2026

Mrs. Connie Sue Long Achenbach, daughter of the late Robert Dean Long and Emma Lucille Cook Long, weas born on December 5, 1943, in Kokomo, Indiana. At the age of 11 she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior and surrendered her life to Him. She attended school in Miani County, Indiana until moving to Michigan at the age...

Austin Jarid Schubert

Austin Jarid Schubert

Mar 21, 2026

Mr. Austin Jarid Schubert, 28, went home to be with our savior on March 21st. He was very talented and loved music and was such a caring person. He loved his family and his children more than anything.

 

He is proceeded in death by his mother: Misty Schubert

Aunt: Andrea Murphy

Grandparents: Jack and Glenda Schubert.

 

He is survived by his wife: Rachel Schubert.

Their two...

Cathy Elaine Spears

Cathy Elaine Spears

Mar 20, 2026

Ms. Cathy Spears, age 61 of Harriman, passed away Friday March 20, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She worked and retired from Wampler's Farm Sausage in Lenior City. Cathy loved going camping and fishing.

She was preceded in death by her parents: George & Betty Spears.

Two brothers: Ricky Spears and William Spears.

Sister: Diane Buxton.

She is survived by companion: Charles Woodby.

Her...

Terry Edward Barry

Terry Edward Barry

Mar 7, 2026

Mr. Terry Barry, age 66, of Oliver Springs, passed away on Saturday March 7, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Mineral Springs Baptist Church in Oliver Springs. Terry worked for many years at Home Depot in Oak Ridge and loved going fishing in his free time.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents: Carl...

David James Johnson

David James Johnson

Mar 7, 2026

Mr. David J. Johnson, age 52, of Harriman passed away Saturday March 7, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was a member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church in Harriman.

 

He is preceded in death by his father: Daivd L. Johnson.

Mother: Loretta Sanford.

 

Survived by his son & daughter-in-law: Andrew & Abby Johnson.

Brothers & sisters-in-law: Doug & Suzie Johnson and Jon...

Carl Russell Thompson

Carl Russell Thompson

Mar 5, 2026

Mr. Carl Thompson, age 79, of Oakdale, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.



Carl enjoyed many simple pleasures in life. He loved spending time on the golf course, watching his favorite shows like NCIS, and cheering for University of Tennessee football. He enjoyed following the games and sharing that passion...

Jason Lynn Nelson

Jason Lynn Nelson

Mar 4, 2026

Mr. Jason Nelson, age 44, of Oakdale, passed away on Wednesday March 4, 2026, at his home. He worked for many years at Fentress County Sheriff's Department and at Central E-911 Dispatch. Jason was a big Texas Long Horn fan. 

 

He was preceded in death by his mother: Kay Nelson.

 

He is survived by his daughter: Jaslynn Nelson.

Son: Justus Nelson.

Father: Larry Nelson

One brother...

Joyce Underwood Luffman

Joyce Underwood Luffman

Mar 1, 2026

Ms. Joyce Underwood Luffman, age 87 of Oliver Springs, went to be with the Lord on Sunday March 1, 2026, at her home. She was a loving wife and mother.

 

She was preceded in death by her husband: Terence "Paul" Luffman.

Mother: Nannie May Bedford.

Sister & brother-in-law: Betty & Bill Ed Giles.

Brother & sister-in-law: Bill & Bobbie Underwood.

Sister: Virginia Schurbert.

 

She is survived by...

Doris E Dunkley

Doris E Dunkley

Feb 27, 2026

Mrs. Doris Conlon Dunkley was born on November 3, 1942, in Ticonderoga, New York and she passed peacefully on February 27, 2026, at Life Care Center in Wartburg. She loved being with her family, and her church family. Doris grew up in the mountains of the Adirondacks in upstate New York, so she was always outdoors and especially loved rock...