obituaries

Cecil A. Archer

Cecil A. Archer, 84, of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 4 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. Cecil was a retired miner and member of New Freedom Community Church.

Cecil was preceded in death by son, Roger Archer; daughter, Pat Bolinger; first wife, Ellen Archer; parents, Ruben and Nancy Ford Archer.

Cecil is survived by wife, Martha Archer of LaFollette; daughter, Brenda Robbins and husband, Freddy of LaFollette; son, David Archer of LaFollette; step son, Timmy Carr of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, 10 step grandchildren and 18 step great grandchildren; brothers, George Riggs and Shirley Riggs, both of Michigan; sister, Alma Daugherty of LaFollette; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the New Freedom Community Church with the Rev. Randall Heatherly and Rev. Jimmy Orick officiating. Interment will follow in the Peabody Cemetery.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

 

Dan “Boonie” Baird, Jr.

Dan “Boonie” Baird, Jr., 70, of Duff, formerly of Newcomb passed away Dec. 26 at his home. He was born Dec. 26, 1938.

Dan was preceded in death by father, Dan Baird, Sr.; mother, Opal Baird Creekmore; brother, Verldon Baird; sister, Emmialou Wright.

Dan is survived by his wife, Frankie Daugherty Baird of Duff; sons, Robert D. Baird of Florida, Jim Rogers, Jr. of LaFollette; daughter, Diana Lynne Boyer of Cincinnati, OH; sisters, Flora Long of Elk Valley, Lois Lay of Cincinnati, OH and Brenda Brummett and husband, Joel of Jellico; grandchild, Thomas McCubbin; great grandchildren, Ethan and Destney; father and mother in law, Oliver “Buck” and Roberta Daugherty of LaFollette; brother in law, Carl Daughtery; sisters in law, Kathy Wood of Jacksboro and Molly Burlaw of Lexington, TN; several nieces and nephews; a host of friends and family to mourn his passing.

Funeral services were held Dec. 30 at the LaFollette Church of God. Interment was in the Daugherty Cemetery.

Harp Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

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Juanita H. Baird,

Juanita H. Baird, 93, of Jacksboro passed away Jan. 7 at St. Mary’s Residential Hospice in Knoxville. Juanita was a member of Jacksboro First Baptist Church where she had served as a Sunday school teacher and member of the Bertha Ray Circle.   She was also a faithful servant of the Republican Party having served for 28 years on the Tennessee Republican Executive Committee. Juanita was president of the Campbell County Republican Women for several terms and served one term as treasurer for District IV Tennessee Republican Women. She was also named Tennessee Republican Woman of the year in 1985. Juanita also served on St. Mary’s Medical Center Women’s Advisory Board and participated in other civic, political, and community events.  She was an unquestionable politician who was charming to all she met. 

She was preceded in death by parents, Elbert E. and Martha Massengill Hill; husband of 50 years, Lendon Baird; son, Winston Baird; brothers, Lester and Lan Hill and sisters, Lucy Loupe and Eileen Riggs.

Juanita is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William and Jamie Baird of Jacksboro; grandchildren, Blake Baird and Keeling Baird, both of Nashville; everal special nieces, nephews and friends

The family will receive friends Jan. 10 from noon  until 2 p.m. at Jacksboro First Baptist Church.  Funeral services will be held immediately after, at the church, with Rev. Bill Morris officiating.  The family will then proceed to Jacksboro Cemetery for burial.  Pallbearers are members of the Republican Party. Memorials may be made to Jacksboro First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 220, Jacksboro, TN 37757. Cross-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

January 8, 2009

 

 

Terry Frank Boyd

Terry Frank Boyd, 52, of Lake City, passed away Jan. 2 at his residence. Terry was born January 22, 1956 in Lake City. He was of the Baptist faith. Terry loved boating, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends. 

Terry was preceded in death by brother, Deeder Boyd; grandparents, Charles and Idabelle Word and Frank and Maggie Boyd.

Terry is survived by wife, Lynne Boyd of Lake City; father, Billy and Kathy Boyd of Largo, FL; mother, Betty Word Boyd of Lake City; son, Billy Boyd of Lake City; daughter, Nichole Boyd of Lake City; step children, Kristopher Andrews of Toledo, OH, Nicole Edwards and Billie of Toledo, OH, Megan Mossing of Toledo, OH; grandchildren, Austin, Alex and Amber Boyd of Lake City; step grandchildren, Cory and Kaylie Edwards of Toledo, OH, Brian, Dillion and Lexie Andrews of Toledo, OH.

A memorial service will be held Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held Jan. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hatmaker Funeral Home.

Hatmaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Patricia Ann Daugherty

Patricia Ann Daugherty, age 73, of Dayton, OH passed away Dec. 30 at her home. Patricia was born April 19, 1935 in Caryville the daughter of Fred and Mamie (Everett) Lowe. She was a member of the Ladies Group at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bleve Daugherty; brothers, Charles, Everett and Cecil Lowe.

Patricia is survived by her children, Pam Elkins, John Daugherty and Renee (Trever) McGhee-Holtrey, all of Dayton; grandchildren, Denise, Daniel, Matthew, Sarah, Travis, Trent, Heather, Trevor, and Chris; five great grandchildren; brother, Clay Lowe of Dayton; sisters, Willa Jean McDonald of Florida and Sarah Lowe of West Virginia.

Funeral services were held Jan. 3 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Melvin King and Pastor Perry Blue officiating. Interment was in the Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery.

Newcomer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

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Lori Melissa “Missy” Gillum

Lori Melissa “Missy” Gillum, 41, of Jacksboro, passed away Jan. 1 at the St. Mary’s Health and Rehab of Campbell County. Missy was a member of Vasper Baptist Church. She was involved in the first telethon cerebral palsy and sang in the choir at church. She was a member of ECP in WLAF telethon. Missy was the East Tennessee C.P. poster child for four straight years and was heavily involved in Christian parades. Missy was entertained by Knoxville celebrities Bill Williams, Ted Hall, and Clown Pat Berry and most of all she loved her church and was always playing Christian music. She was known by her special words “You love Missy”, “I love you”, “Come see Missy”, Pray for Missy”, and “I need your prayers”.

Missy was preceded in death by mother, Naomi Kitts Gillum; brother, Stephen R. Gillum.

 Missy is survived by father, Howard Gillum Sr. of Jacksboro; brothers and sisters in law, Rev. James R. “Kenny” and Connie Joyce Gillum of Jacksboro, Rev. Howard T. “Tom” JR and Shirley A. Gillum of LaFollette, Roger Lee and Louise Gillum of Lake City, Michael Lynn “Pee Wee” and Mary Francis Gillum of Randolph, AL, David Phillip “Rusty” and Carolyn Gillum of Jacksboro, Joel and Michelle Gillum of Montana;  primary caregiver, Gretta Cooper of LaFollette; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Jan. 4 in the Martin Wilson Chapel with the Rev. Rick Murphy, Rev. Kenny Gillum, Rev. O.P. Byrd and Rev. Albert Miller officiating. Interment was in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Kenny Gillum and Rev. Tom Gillum conducting services.

Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

 

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

 

Nomae Green

Nomae Green, 91, of Caryville, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 5, while surrounded by her family.  She was a member of Beech Fork Baptist Church for 76 years, a Charter Member of Caryville Easter Star #415 and a retired cook from Stoney Fork School. 

Nomae was preceded  in death by husband, James “Jim” Green; son, Luther Ray Green; grandson, Gregg McKamey; son-in-law, Sam Daugherty; parents, Mart and Rachel Wilson; sisters, Rhoda Green, Ethel (Sampsel) Byrge; brothers, Luther Wilson and Johnny Wilson.

Nomae is survived by son and daughter in law, Mitchell and Pauline Green; daughter, Margaret Daugherty, all of Jacksboro; daughter and son in law, Lois and Mart McKamey; daughter in law, Nancy (Green) Payne, all of Caryville; 12 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren; special niece, Audrey Gibson; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends and relatives.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the Beech Fork Baptist Church with the Rev. Lee Phillips officiating. Interment will be in the Beech Fork Cemetery. Cross-Smith Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Georgia Thomas Hassler

Georgia Thomas Hassler, 83 of Brunswick, GA, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 2.

Georgia was preceded in death by husband, Ireland C. Hassler; parents, John and Janie Poore Thomas.

 Georgia is survived by children, Arnold L. Hassler and wife, Lucy of LaFollette, Ira Hassler, and John W. Hassler both of Brunswick, GA, Jefferson Hassler of LaFollette, Brenda Daniels and husband, Vernon of Brunswick, GA, Carol Frazer and  husband, Wesley of Birmingham, AL, Juanita Wilkerson and husband, Lee and Jenny Cole and husband, Freddie all of Brunswick, GA, Garnetta Davis and husband, Troy of LaFollette, Janie Baird and husband, Arthur of Brunswick, GA, Libby Nunn and husband, Howard of Morley, Gaynell Hassler and husband, Charles of Brunswick, GA, Angela Bailey of LaFollette; 20 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren. 

Graveside services and interment were held Jan. 7 at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Thomas J. Holman

Thomas J. Holman, 84, of Duff, passed away Jan. 4 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. Thomas was baptized in March 2008. Thomas was a loving and caring father. Thomas would do anything for anybody and was a hard worker. Thomas loved his family very much.

Thomas was preceded in death by wife of 60 years, Alma Holman; parents, Thomas and Minnie Chadwell Holman.

Thomas is survived by wife, Violet Holman of Duff; sons, Jimmy Holman of MD, Jerry and Terry Holman of Duff; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; brothers, Joe Holman of MD and Lorne Holman of Ohio; sisters, Virita Meckel of MD.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the White Oak Church of God with the Rev. Paul Cox officiating. Interment will follow in the Chadwell Cemetery. The body will lie in state from 12:30 until 2 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the church before funeral service. Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2008

 

Loren J. Marsee

Loren J. Marsee, 56, of LaFollette, passed away Dec. 29 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County.  He was a very accomplished musician, was of the Pentecostal faith, and worked in the Aerospace Industry. 

Loren was preceded in death by father, James E. Marsee.

Loren is survived by daughter, Jane Marsee Lemon and husband, Bryan of Phoenix, AZ; mother, Maburn Noe; step-father, James R. Noe of LaFollette; sister, Burieta Mayes and husband, Colley of Woodhaven, MI; brothers, Dale Marsee of Ypsilanti, MI  and James R. Noe, Jr. of Trenton, MI; several other relatives and friends. 

Funeral services were held Jan. 1 in the Walters Chapel with the Rev. Anthony Leach officiating. Interment was in the Green Hills Memorial Gardens.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Kenneth Teddy Miller

Kenneth Teddy Miller, 57, of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 6 at St Mary’s Campbell County.  A member of 13 Street Tabernacle Church of God. 

Kenneth was preceded in death by parents, Edd and Ruby Davis Miller; son, Shannon Lee Miller and niece, Angalo Miller.

Kenneth is survived by wife, Gayle Miller; daughter and son in law, Robin and Bo Brown; son and daughter in law, Jamie and Crystal Miller; step daughter, Samantha and husband, Bill Sanders; grandchildren, Cheyenne, Vada and Alley Miller; great grandchild, Hannah Miller, all of LaFollette; brothers, Charles and wife, Alberta Miller, Edward Miller; sisters,   Barbara and husband, Bob Hadsdell of Alexandria, VA, Linda Miller of LaFollette.

Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 in the Cross-Smith Chapel with Rev. Bill Asbury officiating. Interment will be at 11 a.m. on Jan. 9 in the Bakers Forge Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the Cross-Smith Funeral Home. Cross-Smith Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Mitchell Murphy

Mitchell Murphy, 56, of Caryville, passed away Jan. 4 at his home. Mitchell was a member of First Baptist Church of Caryville.

Mitchell was preceded in death by parents, Lester and Christine Sutton Murphy; sisters, Vickie Boshears and Barbara Watson.

Mitchell is survived by wife, Connie Murphy of Caryville; daughters and sons in law, Tina and Chris Goodman of Jacksboro, Heather and Jackie Heatherly of Caryville; grandchildren, Christina and Austin Goodman, Keisha Heatherly; brothers, Mack and Mary Murphy of Clinton, Johnny Murphy of Dayton, OH, Randall and Cindy Murphy of Indianapolis, IN; sisters, Kay Cook and Doris; a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Jan. 8 at the First Baptist Church of Caryville with Minister Tim Medford officiating. Interment will be at Queener Cemetery. Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2008

 

Calvin George Nonnsen

Calvin George Nonnsen, 86, of Caryville, passed away Jan. 1 at the U.T. Medical Center in Knoxville. Calvin loved to do metal work and yard work.

 Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, George and Nellie Grimes Nonnsen; daughter, Carolyn Nonnsen Loveday Carlson.

 Calvin is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen Rucker Nonnsen of Caryville; son and daughter in law, George Richard and Sandy Nonnsen of San Diego, CA; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren; brother in law, Carl E. Rucker of Baltimore, MD; a host of other relatives and friends.

 Funeral services were held Jan. 5 in the Martin Wilson Chapel. Interment was in the Bakers Forge Cemetery.

Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Harley Esco Pyle

Harley Esco Pyle, 82, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of Lake City, passed away Dec.30 at the VNA Horton Hospice Center in Valparaiso.  Harley was born June 14, 1926 in Anderson County to the late Kelley and Retta McAfee Pyle. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, having served in 1944 at Camp Perry, Virginia, Company # 162A6.  Harley retired from LTO Steelmill in Indiana after 39 years of service. Harley enjoyed fishing.  Harley was preceded in death by his parent; son, Harold Gene Pyle; eight brothers and sisters.

Harley is survived by wife, Frances Pyle of Valparaiso, IN; sons, Dennis Pyle and wife, Hope of Valparaiso, IN, Donnie Pyle and wife, Sandy of Portage, IN, Roger Pyle and wife, Reba of Lake City, Richard Pyle and wife, Eugenia of Gray, Steve Pyle of Lake City, Stanley Pyle and wife, Doris of Lake City; daughters, Anna Keown of Griffith, IN, Sue Heorx of Springfield, MA; brothers, Rev. Condy Pyle and wife, Vickie of Lake City; sisters, Edna Parker of LaFollette, Betty Sue Long and husband, Floyd.

Funeral services were held Jan. 2 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Gordon Bertram and Adriene Tindell officiating. Interment was in the Leach Cemetery. Hatmaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Nola Adkins Roberts

Nola Adkins Roberts, 98, of Jellico, daughter of the late John F. Adkins and Eva Oaks Adkins passed away Jan. 3 at Beech Tree Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Jellico.

In addition to parents Nola was preceded in death by husband, Elzy Roberts; brother, George Adkins; sisters, Flossie Prewitt, Iona Bowlin and Marie Rose.

Left to cherish her memories are special nieces, Wanda Jo Cooper and husband, E.L., Princess Ruth Bowman and husband, Eddie; special nephew, Gene Prewitt and wife, Bonnie; several other nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held Jan. 6 at the Cox and Son Funeral Home with the Rev. Douglas Clem and Brother A.B. Forman officiating. Interment was in the Jellico Cemetery.

Cox and Son Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

 

Sharon Rebecca Garrett Rutledge

Sharon Rebecca Garrett Rutledge, 58, of Altoona, FL, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Jan.1 in Florida. 

Sharon was preceded in death by son, Joshua Rutledge; parents, Edwin and Jean Garrett.

Sharon is survived by husband, Danny Rutledge of FL; sons, Mike Peavley and wife, Sissy of LaFollette, Carl Peavley and wife, Samantha of LaFollette, and Jimmy Sexton of Florida; 11 grandchildren and one great granddaughter; brothers, Clifford Garrett of Seattle, WA, and Jerry Garrett of Florida; sisters, Cathy and Edwina both of Florida; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family requested all services remain private and in lieu of flowers memorials be sent to the Campbell County Cancer Association c/o Clarence Lowe, 140 Woodvine Street, Jacksboro, TN 37757. 

Obituary submitted by Walters Funeral Home.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Larry Spradlin

Larry Spradlin, 48, of LaFollette, passed away suddenly on Jan. 4 at his residence. Larry was a happy go lucky person that could make anyone laugh. He loved his family and his pets, playing ping pong, fishing and spending time outdoors.

Larry was preceded in death by father, Edgar Spradlin; step brother, Joe Futrell.

Larry is survived by mother and step father, Mary and Pete Harper of Dayton, OH; brothers, Gary Spradlin and wife, Teresa of Clinton, Bobby Spradlin of Little River, SC, Eddie Futrell and friend, Sharon of Little River, SC, Harold Futrell of Dayton, OH; sister, Joyce Howell and husband, Mark of Dayton, OH; a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Jan. 7 in the chapel of Jones Mortuary with a private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jones Mortuary, 375 North Main Street, Clinton, TN 37716.

Jones Mortuary was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Carl Trentham, Sr.

Carl Trentham, Sr., 75, of Knoxville, passed away Jan. 4 at his residence. Carl was born March 29, 1933 in Maryville to the late Coy and Ida Trentham. Carl loved watching football and spending time with his family. 

Carl was preceded in death by parents; former wife, Mary Ellen Breazeale Trentham of 22 years; sons, Jerry and Coy Trentham; sister, Ina Lee; brother, Ray Trentham; great grandchild, Spencer Vess.

Carl is survived by wife of 31 years, Glenda Trentham of Knoxville; children, Carl Trentham, Jr., Terry Trentham, Carolyn Trentham, Ron Trentham, Ples Trentham and wife, Nikki, Rebecca Trentham, Marty Trentham, Mary Eiman and Christopher Hicks; sisters, Mary Ruth Oliver of Knoxville and Meryl Epps of Maryville; grandchildren, David Vess and wife, Samantha Meeks, Matthew Vess, Leeanne Wright, Carolyn Maples, Gary Maples, Austyn Trentham, Kaylynn Trentham, Brianna Trentham, Bruce Trentham and Carl Trentham, III; great grandchildren, Destinee Vess and Elijah Vess.

Graveside services were held Jan. 7 in the New Hope Cemetery with the Rev. Ronnie Freeman officiating.

Hatmaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

Roy Roger Whited

Roy Roger Whited, 85, passed away Jan. 6 at St. Mary’s Heath and Rehab.  Roy was saved as a young boy and attended Victory Baptist Church.  He was a World War II Veteran,  PFC BRTY A 869th FD ARTY BN 65th INF DIV WWII.

Roy was preceded in death by wife, Katie Whited; parents, John and Eula Whited; sisters, Adra Chapman, Roba Chapman, Christabell Young and Walsie Jeanette Wilson.

Roy is survived by step children, Beatrice and Whit Goins, Ernest Poston; two step grandchildren and four step great grandchildren; nine nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. on Jan. 9 in the Cross-Smith Chapel with the Rev. Howard Goins officiating. Interment will be at 11 a.m. on Jan. 10 in the Victory Cemetery with military honors by the Campbell County Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 9 at the Cross-Smith Funeral Home. Cross-Smith Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009

 

Cecil A. Archer

Cecil A. Archer, 84, of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 4 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. Cecil was a retired miner and member of New Freedom Community Church.

Cecil was preceded in death by son, Roger Archer; daughter, Pat Bolinger; first wife, Ellen Archer; parents, Ruben and Nancy Ford Archer.

Cecil is survived by wife, Martha Archer of LaFollette; daughter, Brenda Robbins and husband, Freddy of LaFollette; son, David Archer of LaFollette; step son, Timmy Carr of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, 10 step grandchildren and 18 step great grandchildren; brothers, George Riggs and Shirley Riggs, both of Michigan; sister, Alma Daugherty of LaFollette; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the New Freedom Community Church with the Rev. Randall Heatherly and Rev. Jimmy Orick officiating. Interment will follow in the Peabody Cemetery.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 Dan “Boonie” Baird, Jr.

Dan “Boonie” Baird, Jr., 70, of Duff, formerly of Newcomb passed away Dec. 26 at his home. He was born Dec. 26, 1938.

Dan was preceded in death by father, Dan Baird, Sr.; mother, Opal Baird Creekmore; brother, Verldon Baird; sister, Emmialou Wright.

Dan is survived by his wife, Frankie Daugherty Baird of Duff; sons, Robert D. Baird of Florida, Jim Rogers, Jr. of LaFollette; daughter, Diana Lynne Boyer of Cincinnati, OH; sisters, Flora Long of Elk Valley, Lois Lay of Cincinnati, OH and Brenda Brummett and husband, Joel of Jellico; grandchild, Thomas McCubbin; great grandchildren, Ethan and Destney; father and mother in law, Oliver “Buck” and Roberta Daugherty of LaFollette; brother in law, Carl Daughtery; sisters in law, Kathy Wood of Jacksboro and Molly Burlaw of Lexington, TN; several nieces and nephews; a host of friends and family to mourn his passing.

Funeral services were held Dec. 30 at the LaFollette Church of God. Interment was in the Daugherty Cemetery.

Harp Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 With pic Juanita H. Baird,

Juanita H. Baird, 93, of Jacksboro passed away Jan. 7 at St. Mary’s Residential Hospice in Knoxville. Juanita was a member of Jacksboro First Baptist Church where she had served as a Sunday school teacher and member of the Bertha Ray Circle. She was also a faithful servant of the Republican Party having served for 28 years on the Tennessee Republican Executive Committee. Juanita was president of the Campbell County Republican Women for several terms and served one term as treasurer for District IV Tennessee Republican Women. She was also named Tennessee Republican Woman of the year in 1985. Juanita also served on St. Mary’s Medical Center Women’s Advisory Board and participated in other civic, political, and community events.She was an unquestionable politician who was charming to all she met.

She was preceded in death by parents, Elbert E. and Martha Massengill Hill; husband of 50 years, Lendon Baird; son, Winston Baird; brothers, Lester and Lan Hill and sisters, Lucy Loupe and Eileen Riggs.

Juanita is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William and Jamie Baird of Jacksboro; grandchildren, Blake Baird and Keeling Baird, both of Nashville; everal special nieces, nephews and friends

The family will receive friends Jan. 10 from noonuntil 2 p.m. at Jacksboro First Baptist Church.Funeral services will be held immediately after, at the church, with Rev. Bill Morris officiating.The family will then proceed to Jacksboro Cemetery for burial.Pallbearers are members of the Republican Party. Memorials may be made to Jacksboro First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 220, Jacksboro, TN 37757. Cross-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press January 8, 2009 Terry Frank Boyd

Terry Frank Boyd, 52, of Lake City, passed away Jan. 2 at his residence. Terry was born January 22, 1956 in Lake City. He was of the Baptist faith. Terry loved boating, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and friends.

Terry was preceded in death by brother, Deeder Boyd; grandparents, Charles and Idabelle Word and Frank and Maggie Boyd.

Terry is survived by wife, Lynne Boyd of Lake City; father, Billy and Kathy Boyd of Largo, FL; mother, Betty Word Boyd of Lake City; son, Billy Boyd of Lake City; daughter, Nichole Boyd of Lake City; step children, Kristopher Andrews of Toledo, OH, Nicole Edwards and Billie of Toledo, OH, Megan Mossing of Toledo, OH; grandchildren, Austin, Alex and Amber Boyd of Lake City; step grandchildren, Cory and Kaylie Edwards of Toledo, OH, Brian, Dillion and Lexie Andrews of Toledo, OH.

A memorial service will be held Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held Jan. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hatmaker Funeral Home.

Hatmaker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009 Patricia Ann Daugherty

Patricia Ann Daugherty, age 73, of Dayton, OH passed away Dec. 30 at her home. Patricia was born April 19, 1935 in Caryville the daughter of Fred and Mamie (Everett) Lowe. She was a member of the Ladies Group at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bleve Daugherty; brothers, Charles, Everett and Cecil Lowe.

Patricia is survived by her children, Pam Elkins, John Daugherty and Renee (Trever) McGhee-Holtrey, all of Dayton; grandchildren, Denise, Daniel, Matthew, Sarah, Travis, Trent, Heather, Trevor, and Chris; five great grandchildren; brother, Clay Lowe of Dayton; sisters, Willa Jean McDonald of Florida and Sarah Lowe of West Virginia.

Funeral services were held Jan. 3 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Melvin King and Pastor Perry Blue officiating. Interment was in the Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery.

Newcomer Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 W PIC Lori Melissa “Missy” Gillum

Lori Melissa “Missy” Gillum, 41, of Jacksboro, passed away Jan. 1 at the St. Mary’s Health and Rehab of Campbell County. Missy was a member of Vasper Baptist Church. She was involved in the first telethon cerebral palsy and sang in the choir at church. She was a member of ECP in WLAF telethon. Missy was the East Tennessee C.P. poster child for four straight years and was heavily involved in Christian parades. Missy was entertained by Knoxville celebrities Bill Williams, Ted Hall, and Clown Pat Berry and most of all she loved her church and was always playing Christian music. She was known by her special words “You love Missy”, “I love you”, “Come see Missy”, Pray for Missy”, and “I need your prayers”.

Missy was preceded in death by mother, Naomi Kitts Gillum; brother, Stephen R. Gillum.

Missy is survived by father, Howard Gillum Sr. of Jacksboro; brothers and sisters in law, Rev. James R. “Kenny” and Connie Joyce Gillum of Jacksboro, Rev. Howard T. “Tom” JR and Shirley A. Gillum of LaFollette, Roger Lee and Louise Gillum of Lake City, Michael Lynn “Pee Wee” and Mary Francis Gillum of Randolph, AL, David Phillip “Rusty” and Carolyn Gillum of Jacksboro, Joel and Michelle Gillum of Montana; primary caregiver, Gretta Cooper of LaFollette; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Jan. 4 in the Martin Wilson Chapel with the Rev. Rick Murphy, Rev. Kenny Gillum, Rev. O.P. Byrd and Rev. Albert Miller officiating. Interment was in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery with Rev. Kenny Gillum and Rev. Tom Gillum conducting services.

Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 Nomae Green

Nomae Green, 91, of Caryville, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 5, while surrounded by her family.She was a member of Beech Fork Baptist Church for 76 years, a Charter Member of Caryville Easter Star #415 and a retired cook from Stoney Fork School.

Nomae was precededin death by husband, James “Jim” Green; son, Luther Ray Green; grandson, Gregg McKamey; son-in-law, Sam Daugherty; parents, Mart and Rachel Wilson; sisters, Rhoda Green, Ethel (Sampsel) Byrge; brothers, Luther Wilson and Johnny Wilson.

Nomae is survived by son and daughter in law, Mitchell and Pauline Green; daughter, Margaret Daugherty, all of Jacksboro; daughter and son in law, Lois and Mart McKamey; daughter in law, Nancy (Green) Payne, all of Caryville; 12 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren; special niece, Audrey Gibson; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends and relatives.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the Beech Fork Baptist Church with the Rev. Lee Phillips officiating. Interment will be in the Beech Fork Cemetery. Cross-Smith Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 Georgia Thomas Hassler

Georgia Thomas Hassler, 83 of Brunswick, GA, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 2.

Georgia was preceded in death by husband, Ireland C. Hassler; parents, John and Janie Poore Thomas.

Georgia is survived by children, Arnold L. Hassler and wife, Lucy of LaFollette, Ira Hassler, and John W. Hassler both of Brunswick, GA, Jefferson Hassler of LaFollette, Brenda Daniels and husband, Vernon of Brunswick, GA, Carol Frazer and husband, Wesley of Birmingham, AL, Juanita Wilkerson and husband, Lee and Jenny Cole and husband, Freddie all of Brunswick, GA, Garnetta Davis and husband, Troy of LaFollette, Janie Baird and husband, Arthur of Brunswick, GA, Libby Nunn and husband, Howard of Morley, Gaynell Hassler and husband, Charles of Brunswick, GA, Angela Bailey of LaFollette; 20 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren.

Graveside services and interment were held Jan. 7 at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009 Thomas J. Holman

Thomas J. Holman, 84, of Duff, passed away Jan. 4 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. Thomas was baptized in March 2008. Thomas was a loving and caring father. Thomas would do anything for anybody and was a hard worker. Thomas loved his family very much.

Thomas was preceded in death by wife of 60 years, Alma Holman; parents, Thomas and Minnie Chadwell Holman.

Thomas is survived by wife, Violet Holman of Duff; sons, Jimmy Holman of MD, Jerry and Terry Holman of Duff; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; brothers, Joe Holman of MD and Lorne Holman of Ohio; sisters, Virita Meckel of MD.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the White Oak Church of God with the Rev. Paul Cox officiating. Interment will follow in the Chadwell Cemetery. The body will lie in state from 12:30 until 2 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the church before funeral service. Condolences may be made at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2008 Loren J. Marsee

Loren J. Marsee, 56, of LaFollette, passed away Dec. 29 at St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. He was a very accomplished musician, was of the Pentecostal faith, and worked in the Aerospace Industry.

Loren was preceded in death by father, James E. Marsee.

Loren is survived by daughter, Jane Marsee Lemon and husband, Bryan of Phoenix, AZ; mother, Maburn Noe; step-father, James R. Noe of LaFollette; sister, Burieta Mayes and husband, Colley of Woodhaven, MI; brothers, Dale Marsee of Ypsilanti, MI and James R. Noe, Jr. of Trenton, MI; several other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Jan. 1 in the Walters Chapel with the Rev. Anthony Leach officiating. Interment was in the Green Hills Memorial Gardens.

Walters Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press Jan. 8, 2009 Kenneth Teddy Miller

Kenneth Teddy Miller, 57, of LaFollette, passed away Jan. 6 at St Mary’s Campbell County.A member of 13 Street Tabernacle Church of God.

Kenneth was preceded in death by parents, Edd and Ruby Davis Miller; son, Shannon Lee Miller and niece, Angalo Miller.

Kenneth is survived by wife, Gayle Miller; daughter and son in law, Robin and Bo Brown; son and daughter in law, Jamie and Crystal Miller; step daughter, Samantha and husband, Bill Sanders; grandchildren, Cheyenne, Vada and Alley Miller; great grandchild, Hannah Miller, all of LaFollette; brothers, Charles and wife, Alberta Miller, Edward Miller; sisters, Barbara and husband, Bob Hadsdell of Alexandria, VA, Linda Miller of LaFollette.

Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 in the Cross-Smith Chapel with Rev. Bill Asbury officiating. Interment will be at 11 a.m. on Jan. 9 in the Bakers Forge Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the Cross-Smith Funeral Home. Cross-Smith Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

LaFollette Press

Jan. 8, 2009 Mitchell Murphy

Mitchell Murphy, 56, of Caryville, passed away Jan. 4 at his home. Mitchell was a member of First Baptist Church of Caryville.

Mitchell was preceded in death by parents, Lester and Christine Sutton Murphy; sisters, Vickie Boshears and Barbara Watson.

Mitchell is survived by wife, Connie Murphy of Caryville; daughters and sons in law, Tina and Chris Goodman of Jacksboro, Heather and Jackie Heatherly of Caryville; grandchildren, Christina and Austin Goodman, Keisha Heatherly; brothers, Mack and Mary Murphy of Clinton, Johnny Murphy of Dayton, OH, Randall and Cindy Murphy of Indianapolis, IN; sisters, Kay Cook and Doris; a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Jan. 8 at the First Baptist Church of Caryville with Minister Tim Medford officiating. Interment will be at QueenerCemetery. Condolences may be made at