Ethel Marie Hill Prater age 95 of Monroe, Georgia formally of Lafollette, Tennessee went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on September 25, 2010. She was born on December 15, 1914 to John and Minnie Reynolds Hill. She was saved in 1952 and joined West Lafollette Baptist Church. She attended several Baptist Churches while living in Georgia.
She was preceded in death by her Husband: Roy Prater. Her memory will forever be treasured by her 5 children, Jack Prater, Virginia Clement, Peggy Haywood, Jania Lumpkins, and Sonny Prater. 8 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.

She did not want sadness on this day. She has gone to rest.
“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart and you shall see that  in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.
Graveside service and interment  will be 11 AM Tuesday, September 28 in Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Derrick Hembree officiating.
Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Wonnie Mae Hollifield, age 84 of Jacksboro passed away Monday, September 27, 2010 at Cumberland Village Nursing Home. She was a member of Mt. Paran Baptist Church. Wonnie enjoyed reading her Bible and going to church and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed working in her flowers and garden or anything to do with the outdoors and she thought more of others than she did herself.

Preceded in death by Husband: Lee Hollifield. Parents: Oscar D and Sally Beaty Rector. Brother: Belford, Lloyd, Paul and Doyle Rector.
Survived by Brothers: Kyle Rector of Jacksboro and Boyd Rector of Dayton, Ohio. Foster Brother: Carl Hunley of Dayton, Ohio. Several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be 8 PM Tuesday, September 28, 2010 in Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. Bobby Ray Wilson and Rev. Ron Williams officiating. Interment will be 11 AM Wednesday in Mt. Paran Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 PM Tuesday night before funeral service.

Mrs. Hollifield’s guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Bobby “Bob” Edward Freeman, age 77 of Caryville, passed away Friday, September 24, 2010 at his residence. He was born April 27, 1933 in Kentucky to the late George E. and Mary Magdalene Johnson Freeman. Bob was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Martin-Marietta after 37 years plus. He was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church in Caryville.
Survivors:

Wife                Barbara “Bobbie” Hill Freeman                   Caryville
Sons               Joe Freeman and wife, Bonnie                   Briceville
                        George Freeman and wife, Vickie              Caryville

Daughters      Angie Beach and husband, Terry                Jacksboro

                        Margie Smith and husband, Rick                Andersonville

Sister              Marilyn Groomes and husband, Richard    Texas

Grandchildren            Travis Freeman, Lance Freeman, Chad Freeman, Logan Smith, Brandon Beach

Great Grandchildren             Hannah, Leah, Chloe, Ansley
           A host of other relatives and friends.                     

Visitation:  5:00 to 7:00 PM Sunday, September 26, 2010 at Hatmaker Funeral Home

Funeral Service: 7:00 PM Sunday, September 26, 2010 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roger Stanley and Rev. Kenneth Seeber officiating.

Family and friends will meet at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 27, 2010 at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton for his interment.

You can also view Bob’s guest book at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home of Lake City is in charge of arrangements.

Ina White age 88 of LaFollette, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 21 2010 at Cumberland Village Health Care. She was a  member of Clear Branch Baptist Church. Preceded in death by Husband William B. White, Sons Bill & Chuck White and Daughter Jeri Corell, Sisters Zola Lawson, Anna Bolinger, Sarah Sheckles, Betty Towe, Naomi Peel, Nettie LaPach  & Rosetta Hembree, Brothers Mit & Curtis Sheckles.

Survivors: Daughters: Peggy Elkins, Caryville, Virginia White, LaFollette

Sons: Roy & Mike White, all of LaFollette

21 Grandchildren   36 Great-Grandchildren    6 Great-Great-Grandchildren

Several Nieces & Nephews and a host of Friends

Funeral Service 8 p.m. Thursday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. Bill Wilson Rev. Steve Elkins officiating

Interment 11:30 a.m. Friday Wilson Cemetery

The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

 

 

Margaret (Peggy) Masterson, age 63 of Jacksboro passed away Monday, September 20, 2010 at St. Mary’s Campbell County.  Member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.  Preceded in death by Father, Edward Swank.

Survivors:  Husband:  Joseph Masterson
Mother:  Suzann of New Jersey
Brother:  Edward Swank, New Jersey
Funeral Mass 11 AM Friday Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church

Father Joe Campbell officiating
Family will receive friends 10 – 11 AM Friday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Mrs. Bertha Evelyn Miller, age 81 of Metamora , MI , formerly of LaFollette, passed away Monday, September 20, 2010.  She was born August 31, 1929, in Detroit , MI ., and on September 19, 1949, married J. Hugh Miller in East Detroit , MI .  She was a loving wife and mother, member of Glade Springs Baptist Church and a member of the Eastern Star.  She is preceded in death by her husband, J. Hugh Miller, parents, Emil and Ida Wilson Niedebock, and several brothers and sisters.

 

Survivors include six children, ten grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and one brother.  Several other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral services Sunday, September 26, 2010, 8 P.M. at Walters Chapel with Rev. Larry Watts officiating, with music provided by the Glade Springs Singers.  Graveside services and interment Monday, September 27, 2010, 11 A.M. at Bakers Forge Cemetery .  The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 P.M. Sunday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Glade Springs Baptist Church, 360 Glade Springs Road, LaFollette, TN  37766 or Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, P. O. Box 1221, LaFollette , TN  37766 .  Online condolences for Mrs. Miller may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Bertha Evelyn Miller.

 
June B. Herring, age 78 of Lake City, passed away Monday, September 20, 2010 at her residence. She was born January 25, 1932 in Scott County, TN to the late Lester and Jewel Watters Boyatt. June was member of the Clinch River Baptist Church.  She enjoyed hiking, reading, being outside, flowers and spending time with family and friends.  June is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Raymond M. Herring and brother, Jim Boyatt.

Survivors:
Sons               Raymond “Max” Herring, Jr. & wife Gayle  Memphis, TN

                        Jonathan Scott Herring                                             Lake City, TN

Daughters      Bobbie Jewel Howarth                                             Ann Arbor, MI

                        June Elizabeth Michaels & husband Tommy         Norris, TN

                        Ramona Lynn Williams & huband Glenn                Oak Ridge, TN

Brothers         Ronald & Lee Boyatt                                                Cheboygan, MI

                        Louis Boyatt                                                               Dalton, GA

                        Brian Boyatt                                                               Oneida, TN

                        Rev. Gary & Leetta Boyatt                                       Helenwood, TN

Sister              Norma Jean & Charles Rubio                                 Chicago, IL

                        Melba Cross                                                              Oneida, TN

                        Wanda “Toots” Boyatt                                              Oneida, TN

                        Nelda & Larry Jones                                     Whitley City, KY

 Grandchildren            Andrew & Jeff Michaels, Laurie Braden, Eric & J.J Williams, Jennifer Badalament, Joy Moss, Aaron Howarth and Joshua Allen.

Great Grandchildren  #11

Brother-in-laws          Bob, Gayle and Kim Herring                                                Indianapolis, IN

Several Nieces and Nephews and host of other relatives and friends. 

Visitation: 6:00– 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at the Clinch River Baptist Church, Lake City, TN.

Funeral Service: 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at the Clinch River Baptist Church with Rev. Tom Byrge and Pastor Keith Tillman officiating.

Friends and family will meet at the Zion Cemetery in Claxton, TN for a 10:00 AM interment on Thursday, September 23, 2010.

You can also view June’s guest book at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN in charge of arrangements

Floyd Kenneth Graham, age 57 of Lafollette passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at his home. He was a member of Jellico Highway Church of God. He enjoyed playing music, going to church and his friends. He loved his grandson, children and family very much. He also loved pleasing other people and teaching kids how to play music. Kenny was saved at an early age and finished the remainder of his days serving the Lord.

Preceded in death by Father: Carl Graham. Sister: Shirley Fuller.

Survived by Wife: Deborah Graham. Son and Daughter in Law: Cody and Holly Graham of Jacksboro. Daughter and Son in Law: Missy and Waylon Collins of Duff. Grandson: Braydon Graham. Mother: Lillian Graham. Brothers and Sisters in Law: Ray and Cathy Graham, David and Sharon Graham and Ronnie Graham all of Lafollette. Several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service will be 8 PM Thursday, September 23, 2010 in Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. Darrell Reece, Rev. David Goins and Rev. Ray Graham officiating. Interment will be 10 AM Friday in Bakers Forge Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Thursday night before funeral service.

Kenneth’s guestbook can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

Mr. Carl Bobby Seibers age 69 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010, at Norris Health & Rehabilitation Center .  He was a member of the Jellico Masonic Lodge #527 F. & A.M., and deacon and member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church for over 50 years.  He owned and operated his own drywall business for 30 years.  He loved to hunt and was featured in Buck Masters Magazine with his deer, was an avid fisherman and fish trembled when they heard his name.  Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Rachel Bolton Seibers, sisters, Judy Bales and Elsie Perryman, and stepfather, Lawrence Pettit.

 

Survivors:  Wife, Agnes Huddleston Seibers of LaFollette; son, Marvin Seibers and wife, Donna of Jacksboro;  four grandchildren, Nikki Albright and husband, Lance, Brooke Seibers, Corey Goins and wife, Danielle, and Ashley Goins and husband, Nick; three great grandchildren, Milli Latimer, Kolton and Korbin Goins; sister, Mildred Starkey and husband, Hubert; step brothers and sisters, Roy Seibers and wife, Nancy, Troy Seibers and wife, Linda, Modina Williams, and Margaret and husband, Tom Devers all of Sevier County, TN, and Ruth Hamilton of Knoxville.  Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral Services Tuesday 8 P.M. at Walters Chapel with Rev. Delmus Bruce and Rev. Carl Gomer Bryan officiating.  Interment Wednesday 11 A.M. at Hall Cemetery .  The family will receive friends from 5 to 7:45 P. M. Tuesday with Masonic Rites conducted by Jellico Masonic Lodge #527 at 7:45 P.M. before funeral services.  Online condolences for Mr. Seibers may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Carl Bobby Seibers.

Marie Gillette, age 76 of Dayton, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2010.  Marie was born October 8, 1933 in Jackson, KY to the late John & Elizabeth (Merrill) Noble. A member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church where she served as past treasure and Sunday School Teacher; was preceded in death by 2 sister, Lillie Fraley & Juanita Nathney and 2 brothers, Elmer & Mithell Noble.
Survived by her beloved husband, James Gillette of Dayton
2 Sisters & brother-in-law:  Evalee Caplinger of Huber Heights, OH Helen & Jack Sebastian of IN
Graveside Service 1 PM Saturday at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery

Rev. Leonard Wilson and friend, Steve Rutherford officiating

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Paul Ray Cox, age 67 of Caryville, passed away Monday, September 13, 2010 at his residence. He was born December 16, 1942 in Anderson County, TN to the late Berry and Anna Mae Wallace Cox. Paul Ray is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Freddie Cox, sisters, Edna Cox Turnbill and Barbara Cox Lowe and nephew, James Ricky Cox.

Survivors:
Brothers                                 James R. Cox                        Caryville, TN

George F. Cox                      Toledo, OH

Several Nieces and Nephews and host of other relatives and friends. 

Visitation: 12 Noon – 2:00 PM Friday, September 17, 2010 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 2:00 PM Friday, September, 17, 2010 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tom Byrge officiating.
Interment: Will follow the funeral service at the Beech Grove Cemetery in Lake City, TN.

You can also view Paul Ray’s guest book at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN in charge of arrangements

JoAnn Stiner Sharp, age 63, of LaFollette passed away suddenly at her home on Tuesday, September 14, 2010.  JoAnn was a member of Forks Grove Baptist Church and a wonderful friend to many.  She continued to be a source of advise and help to everyone in need following many years of work as a Registered Nurse.  She received great fulfillment in doing good deeds for others.  JoAnn served on many boards and took great pride in her services to Mountain Valley Economic Opportunity Authority, CASA of Campbell County and The Campbell County Cancer Society.  Preceded in death by husband, Tom Sharp; parents, Emmit and Hassie Stiner; brother, Glen Stiner.

Survivors: Daughter:  Tommi Lynn Allen, Twin Granddaughters, who were the light of her life:  Kersten & Kelsey Allen

Brothers:  Carl & Tom Stiner, both of LaFollette

                 Emory Stiner of Ashboro, NC

 JoAnn had no natural sisters, but always called special friend, Fayetta Clawson, sister.  She and Fayetta were inseparable and were partners in helping others.

Sue Laxton Coker age 72 of Hazel Green, AL , formerly of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at her home surrounded by family and friends. 

 

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jack; Daughter, Dana Massey and husband John; Son, Keith and wife Brandee, and five beautiful grandchildren, Payton and Connor Massey, Vivian, Jack, and Lola Coker.  She is also survived by brother, Gary Laxton and wife Martha Ann of LaFollette. 

 

A memorial service was held Saturday, September 4, 2010 at 3 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Hazel Green, AL with Rev Bobby Eads officiating.  The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to First Baptist Church of Hazel Green, AL, 225 Hunt Drive , Hazel Green, AL 35750.  Hazel Green Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.  This obituary notice courtesy of Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette.

 

Beulah Mae Woods, age 87 of Jacksboro went to be with the Lord Friday, September 10, 2010 at the St. Mary’s Health and Rehab. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Beulah was a loving wife off 44 years and enjoyed working in her garden and quilting. She loved camping in the mountains and doing things outside. She also enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family.

Preceded in death by Infant Son: Danny Wayne. Daughter: Dorothy Kitts. Parents: Marshall and Ollie Yoakum Rains. Brother: Warren Rains. Sister: Ovella Patterson.

Survived by Husband: Ramon Woods. Son: William Shipley of Speedwell. 9 Grandchildren, 25 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Sister: Margret Haynes of Speedwell.

Funeral Service will be 8 PM Monday, September 13, 2010 in Martin Wilson Chapel with President Williams officiating. Interment will be 10 AM Tuesday in Campbell Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Monday before funeral service.

Beulah’s guestbook can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
 

Aline Queener Gipson, age 93 of LaFollette passed away Friday, September 10, 2010 at the NHC Nursing Home in Oak Ridge .  She was a member of New Horizon Baptist Church . 

 

She was preceded by Husband:  Pless Gipson; Parents:  Harvey and Bessie Mae McDeerman Queener; Sisters:  Dot Davis, Christine Miller, and Betty Jo Willoughby and Brothers:  Austin and Alvin Queener.

 

She is survived by         Sons and Daughters-in-law:  Jimmy and Joan Gipson;

             Paul and Janie Gipson;

Danny and Karen Gipson;

Mike and Nancy Gipson;

 

Daughters and Sons-in-law:  Patsy and Steve Bell;

Judy and Homer Jennings Foster;

 

Grandchildren; Dr. Bradley Gipson, Stephanie Jones, Bryan Gipson, Dr. Mandi Inger, Leighann Swisher, Amy Vinsant, Ashley Myers, Rebekah Jennings, Colt Jennings, Andy Bell;

 

Great Grandchildren:  Sawyer, Nikolai, Claire, Wesley, Lake, Sam, Harper, Dalton , Delaney, Emory , Brittany , Levada, and Dakota;

 

Brother:  J.D. Queener;

 

Several Nieces and Nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral Services will be 8PM Sunday in Cross-Smith Chapel

 

Rev. Lee Ray and Rev. Lynn Ray officiating

 

Interment will be 11 AM Monday in Mt. Paran Cemetery

 

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Sunday before services

 

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

David Farmer, age 52 of Lafollette went home to be with the Lord Friday, September 10, 2010 at the St. Mary’s Medical Center of Campbell County. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. David enjoyed going to church, playing his guitar and spending time with his family.

Survived by Sons: Charles David Farmer and Amanda Sparks of Duff and Joshua Dewayne Farmer of Duff. Daughter: Lora Beth and Michael Bruce of Lafollette. Mother: Rosa Lee Farmer. Grandchildren: Hailey, Tre and Carson Bruce and Rihanna Farmer. Sister: Marsha Farmer of Lafollette. Special niece and nephew: Tasha and Travis Farmer. Mother of His Children: Kimberly Kay Durham.

Funeral Service will be 2 PM Tuesday, September 14, 2010 in Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. James Adkins officiating. Interment will follow in Indian Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 PM Tuesday before funeral service.

David’s guestbook can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Martin Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 Johnny Frank Butcher, age 71 of Caryville, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2010 at his residence. He was born April 7, 1939 in Anderson County, TN. Johnny was a member of First Baptist Church of Lake City and was a retired brick mason. He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting and spending time with family and friends. Johnny was a US Army Veteran, and was of the 101st Airborne. He is proceeded in death by father; Earl Butcher, sisters; Lila Hatmaker and Arletta Alkire.

Survivors: Wife, Joyce Rains Butcher of Caryville. Son: Michael Butcher and wife, Angela of Caryville.
Daughter, Cheryl Cook and husband, Gary of Clinton, TN.
Mother, Lillle Butcher of Lake City, TN. Brother, Jackie Butcher and wife, Connie of Lake City TN.
Grandchildren, Sonya Walden and Dalton Butcher and great-grandchildren, Cassidy and Blakely Walden.

Graveside Service: 11:00 am Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City, TN with Rev. Mike Foust officiating.
You can also view Johnny's guest book at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home of Lake City, TN is in charge of arrangements.

Doris Ann Agee, age 78, of Jacksboro passed away Friday, September 10, 2010 at her home.  Attended Jacksboro First Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by parents, Walter & Flora Broyles; brothers, William, Willis, & Willard Broyles.

Survivors:  Husband:  William (Doc) Agee

Daughter:  Catherine Agee, Jacksboro
Son:  Dana & wife Darlene Agee, Clinton

Grandchildren:  Patrick Pebley, Jennifer Overton
Great-granddaughter:  Whitley Overton
Several Nieces & Nephews

Services 2 PM Sunday Cross-Smith Chapel
Rev. Bill Morris officiating

Interment Campbell Memorial Gardens
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jacksboro First Baptist Building Fund, P.O. Box 220, Jacksboro, Tennessee  37757

Family will receive friends 1 – 2 PM Sunday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Marjorie Burnette, of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at Middle Tennessee Medical Center. Member of LaFollette First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by Husband Mayford Charles Burnette. She retired after 44 years of service as Vice-President at First National Bank in LaFollette.

Survivors:
Daughter: Rebecca Carol Murray, Cincinnati, Ohio
Sons: Donald M. Burnette, Murfreesboro
Michael Charles Burnette, Grainger, Ind.

6 Grandchildren 9 Great-grandchildren

Sisters: Barbara Aslinger, Eldorado, Ill.

Jeanne Stewart, West LaFayette, Ohio

Graveside Services & Interment 10 AM Saturday Sunrise Cemetery
Rev. Doug Clem officiating
Family will receive friends 6 – 8 PM Friday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home