Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rocky Top & Anderson County, TN.

James "Jim" Robert Novotny

James "Jim" Robert Novotny

May 21, 2022

James "Jim" Robert Novotny, age 69, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Jim was born August 15, 1952 in Dickinson, North Dakota to the late Louis and Martha Kostolecke Novotny. He was a truck driver for LandAir. Jim loved motorcycles and was an avid "Harley Man"....

Meryl Burress

Meryl Burress

May 8, 2022

Meryl (Rookard) Burress, age 70, peacefully entered Heaven's gates on May 8, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Meryl was always a faithful servant for her Lord and Savior, and a dedicated worker in her church. She retired with a masters degree after serving 30 years with the...

Diane Arlene Haun

Diane Arlene Haun

May 7, 2022

Diane Arlene Haun went to be with Jesus on May 7th, 2022 at 2:00 am. at her home on Old Lake City Hwy.   She was born Feb 5, 1943 to J.C. & Ellen Patterson.  She was the oldest of four children.  She is preceded in death by her first husband, Arthur Thomas Sharp, in 1972 and her second husband,...

Paul Darris Daniels

Paul Darris Daniels

May 3, 2022

Paul Darris Daniels, age 61, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Paul was born September 6, 1960 in Clinton, Tennessee to the late Harvey Denton Daniels and Hada Vada Nard Daniels. Paul served in the US Army and was a member of the Briceville Church of God. He was a...

Janice Marie Daugherty

Janice Marie Daugherty

May 1, 2022

Janice Marie Daugherty, age 70, of LaFollette, Tennessee passed away on May 1, 2022 at the North Knoxville Medical Center of Powell. She was born on June 9, 1951 in New River, Tennessee to the late Ellis Carrol and Ruby Patterson. She attended Mountain Assembly Church of God. Janice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and she enjoyed going...

Charles Earnest Ward

Charles Earnest Ward

Apr 28, 2022

Charles Earnest Ward passed away on April 28, 2022.  Charles was a friend to many and a former marine. He was tough as nails and hard headed like a bull, but was respected by a lot who knew him. He will be missed but never forgotten. He is preceded in death by Anthony Skyler Ward.

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Donald Ray Shumaker

Donald Ray Shumaker

Apr 27, 2022

Donald Ray Shumaker, age 64, passed away at his home in Lake City on Thursday, April 27, 2022.  Ray had been a resident of Lake City most of his life.  Ray loved being a truck driver, traveling across the country and meeting people, he never met a stranger.  He was born on May 7, 1957 in Anderson County to...

Leroy Phillips

Leroy Phillips

Apr 24, 2022

Leroy Phillips, age 80, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on April 24, 2022 at the Norris Health and Rehab Center. Leroy was born March 2, 1942 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late Lewis and Edith Phillips. He loved fishing and watching NASCAR. He also loved reading his Bible and telling everyone about Jesus. He also loved spending...

Clara Bell Golden

Clara Bell Golden

Apr 22, 2022

Clara Bell Golden age 75, of Lake City, went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 22, 2022, as she was surrounded by her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grand children. Clara was loved by all whom knew her. Her favorite past time was  sewing and sitting on the front porch swing singing gospel songs. She loved her...

David Tommy Davis, Jr.

David Tommy Davis, Jr.

Apr 21, 2022

David Thomas "Tommy" Davis Jr., age 36, passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

He is survived by his

Father: David Davis Sr. and wife Joy

A host of family and friends that mourn his passing.

Visitation:  5-7PM, Thursday, April 28, 2022, Hatmaker Funeral Home

Service: ...

Anna Rae (Duff)  Shipley

Anna Rae (Duff) Shipley

Apr 18, 2022

Anna Rae Shipley, age 90 of Lake City passed away April 18, 2022. She was born November 10, 1931 in Lake City, TN to the late Glen and Flora Baird Duff.  Anna was a fierce lover of Jesus, her family and her church family. She was a caregiver and beloved by all who met her. Anna retired from Y-12...

Ralph Albert Collins

Ralph Albert Collins

Apr 16, 2022

Ralph Albert Collins, age 77, of Clinton passed away Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at home with his family after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was a U.S. Army veteran who loved to travel with his wife and family. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Clinton. Ralph is preceded in death by his parents,...

Riften Maverick Mcclane

Riften Maverick Mcclane

Apr 13, 2022

Riften Maverick McClane, age 6 weeks of Rocky Top, went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2022 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Riften was born on March 3, 2022 to parents Jeffrey Allen and Carrie Catherine McClane.

Survivors Include:

Parents  Jeffrey Allen McClane and Carrie Catherine McClane of...

Janice Lee (Jones)  Suttles

Janice Lee (Jones) Suttles

Apr 12, 2022

Janice Lee Suttles, age 66 of Clinton passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022 at her residence. She was born April 23, 1955 to the late James and Emma Jean Henager Jones. Janice was a Christian and enjoyed making jewelry and spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her parents, Janice is preceded in death by her...

Wanda Sue Sharp

Wanda Sue Sharp

Apr 11, 2022

Wanda Sue Sharp (Suzy), age 68, of Clinton, TN passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022 at the LaFollette Medical Center in LaFollette, TN.  Wanda was born on October 22, 1953 to the late Millard Paris Sharp and Helen Ruth (Golden) Sharp.  Wanda attended New Home Baptist and loved beach trips.  She loved her kids and grandkids.  She is...

Francis Raymond Ohmstede

Francis Raymond Ohmstede

Apr 10, 2022

Francis Raymond (Ray) Ohmstede of Maryville, TN passed away at his home on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at the age of 83. Ray was born on July 10, 1938 in Jacksonville, FL.  He was happily married to Mildred “Grace” Ohmstede for 60+ years.  She was the love of his life.  In his early years, Ray served in the US...

Finley West

Finley West

Apr 5, 2022

Finley West, age 94 of Oak Ridge, TN passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at his residence. He was born September 9, 1927 in West Creek, TN to the late Willie and Teshie Seiber West. Finley was a member of the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, cruising and hunting.  In addition to his parents, Finley is preceded...

Joe Mack Dodson

Joe Mack Dodson

Apr 1, 2022

Joe Mack Dodson, age 60, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on April 1, 2022 at his residence. Joe was born March 13, 1962 in Lake City, Tennessee to the late Luther and Anna Mae Mounce Dodson. Joe was a member of the Swag Baptist Church on Vowell Mountain. He enjoyed playing guitar, music, and fishing. He loved his...

Keith Dewayne Dagley

Keith Dewayne Dagley

Mar 31, 2022

Keith Dawayne Dagley "Crud" age 68, of Petros, Tennessee passed away on March 30, 2022 at his residence. He was born on January 20, 1954 to the late Clyde Dagley and Rhoda Armes. Crud is Preceded in death by:

Children Keisha Leeann Williams and Keith Dewayne Dagley

Mother Rhoda Armes Dagley

Father Clyde...

Rose Ann Daugherty

Rose Ann Daugherty

Mar 28, 2022

Rose Ann Carroll Daugherty, age 75 of Oliver Springs, Tn passed away Monday, March 28th at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. She loved spending time with her kids, grandkids and great grandkids and going to thrift stores. She’s preceded in death by her late husband Clifford Daugherty, son Patrick Daugherty, parents Robert & Betty Carroll, brothers Lowell &...

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