Obituaries

Barbara Chrismon Parks

Barbara Chrismon Parks

Jul 1, 2025

Barbara Dean Chrismon Parks, affectionately known to many as Bobbie, peacefully departed this life in Clinton, TN at the age of 89. On July 1st, after a lengthy illness, she ascended to heaven. A steadfast believer in her personal savior, Jesus Christ, Bobbie was a longtime member of Clinch River Baptist Church in Medford, having previously worshipped at Pleasant Hill...

James Bugg

James Bugg

Jun 30, 2025

James Scott Bugg passed away unexpectedly on 6/30/25 at his home in Andersonville, Tennessee. He was born on October 27, 1983, in Cleveland, Ohio to Terry Cochrac and James Alfred Bugg.

He enjoyed drawing, tattooing, and collecting Jordans. Jimmy was known for his talkative and friendly personality.

James was preceded in death by Father James Alfred Bugg, Aunt Theresa Spaw, Cousin Nicole...

Ernest Webber

Ernest Webber

Jun 29, 2025

Ernest Webber, age 80 of Rocky Top, TN passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the Tennova Lafollette Health and Rehab in Lafollette, TN. He was born in Lake City, TN on November 10, 1944, to his late parents Melvin Webber Sr and Lillie May Wray Webber. Ernest enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting and raising beagles.

Along with his parents he...

John Michael Carr

John Michael Carr

Jun 27, 2025

John Michael Carr age 77, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. John was born on March 24, 1948, to the late Otis and Nancy Carr. John was a proud Navy Veteran. John was a truck and tour bus driver where he fell in love with traveling. He loved NASCAR, talking on the phone, gospel music and riding...

Edward Eugene Overbay

Edward Eugene Overbay

Jun 27, 2025

Edward Eugene Overbay, 64, of Clinton, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025. Born on November 3, 1960, in Clinton, Tennessee, Edward was the son of the late Donie Overbay and Thelma Phillips-Overbay.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Edward developed a deep love for cars early in life, which led to a long and dedicated career in auto body repair. In...

Carl Marion Kelley

Carl Marion Kelley

Jun 27, 2025

Carl Kelley, age 83 of Clinton, TN peacefully took his last breath here on earth June 27, 2025. His next breath was with Jesus. Lila was right by his side taking care of him like she’s been doing for the past 63 years. Carl was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Clinton, TN. He retired from the Anderson County...

Leon Larry Ferguson

Leon Larry Ferguson

Jun 27, 2025

Leon Larry Ferguson, age 86, of Ten Mile, Tn passed away on June 27, 2025 at his home in Ten Mile, Tn. Mr. Ferguson was born on July 29,1938 in Harlington, KY to late Ellis Eugene Ferguson and Evangeline Edna Miller Ferguson. He lived in Claxton, Tn as a pipe fitter and foreman. He also belonged to the shinner as...

Larry Wayne Forsythe

Larry Wayne Forsythe

Jun 26, 2025

On February 8, 1941 Larry Wayne Forsythe was born to David and Georgia Jones Forsythe in Clarksville, Tennessee. At a young age he moved to this area. Later, married his first wife Bonnie. They had two children.Fifteen years ago, after the passing of his first wife, he met and married Wanda Fielden. He quickly was loved by not only her,...

Mary Jeanette Morrison

Mary Jeanette Morrison

Jun 24, 2025

Mary Jeanette Morrison was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She left this world on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at the age of 73, and is now resting in her heavenly home in the loving arms of Our beloved Savior Jesus Christ.

Jeanette was born on December 10, 1951 in Clinton, Tennessee to Henerietta and Milton Mayes. She...

Kenneth Wayne Childress

Kenneth Wayne Childress

Jun 24, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Childress age 77 of Clinton, TN went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. He was a member of Lone Mountain Missionary Baptist Church in Andersonville, TN. He was a loving dad, grandfather, and boyfriend. Kenneth had a long career with the State of Tennessee. After retirement, Kenneth enjoyed buying lottery tickets and tinkering around the...

Ellis Carden

Ellis Carden

Jun 19, 2025

Ellis Carden, age 79, of Clinton, TN passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Ellis was born on August 5, 1945, to the late Zelmer Carden and Della Thomas Carden. He enjoyed TN sports and was an avid Lady Vos fan. Ellis also enjoyed four-wheeling with his brother Bruce and sitting on the front...

Hazel P Kimble

Hazel P Kimble

Jun 9, 2025

Hazel Phillips Kimble, age 88 of Clinton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Hazel was born in Anderson County to the late Harrison and Martha Jane Carroll Phillips. She loved the Lord and was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Clinton for over 50 years. She retired from Methodist Medical Center in Oak...

Michael Edward Hodsden

Michael Edward Hodsden

Jun 9, 2025

Michael Hodsden, 53, passed away on June 9, 2025. He was a devoted father, loving grandfather, brother uncle, and faithful follower of Jesus Christ.

Michael was incredibly proud of his daughter Mariah and his three grandsons—Easton, Eliott, and Jose—who were the light of his life. He was a caring son to his mother, Brenda, whom he faithfully supported after his father’s,...

Sylvia Jane Ghormley

Sylvia Jane Ghormley

May 26, 2025

Sylvia Jane Ghormley, age 84 TN passed away on Monday May 26, 2025, in Clinton, TN. Sylvia was born in Hunningburg, Indiana on March 25,1941, to the late George and Vera Eckert. Sylvia was a loving mother and grandmother. She is now in the arms of Jesus.

Along with her parents Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband Waldo Ghormley;...

Millie Beets

Millie Beets

May 19, 2025

Millie L. Hendrix Beets, age 96, passed away on Monday May 19, 2025, in Clinton, TN. Millie was a member of Hillvale Baptist Church. She enjoyed being with her family, reading and loved her flower garden.

Mille traveled extensively, living in other countries due to her husband’s Military Career. She was employed by Community Action in Clinton for 15 years and...

Cecil Martin

Cecil Martin

May 16, 2025

Cecil Martin, age 89 of Clinton, Tn passed away on Friday May 16, 2025, in Oak Ridge, Tn. Cecil was born on June 12, 1935, in Clinton, Tn to the late Ernest Clyde and Della Mae Martin. Cecil loved gardening and cooking. He was a member of Deep Springs Baptist Church where he loved to sing Tenor. Cecil loved his...

Julie Jenice Copeland

Julie Jenice Copeland

May 2, 2025

 Julie Jenice Copeland, 54, of Clinton TN, passed away on May 2, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends.

Julie was born on May 11, 1970, in Dowagiac MI. She was a loving wife to her husband, Darrell, with whom she shared 28 years of marriage. Julie was a dedicated mother to her children, Christopher and Caillynn, and a proud grandmother...

Barbara Ann Graham

Barbara Ann Graham

Apr 27, 2025

Barbara Ann Graham, age 68 of Clinton Tennessee passed away on Sunday April 27, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Barbara was born on November 13, 1956, to the late Herman and Barbara Williams. Barbara was devoted Christian and a member of North Clinton Baptist Church in Clinton, Tennessee. She was a devoted wife to Gerald for 39 years. Barbara stepped up...

Isaac Cage Matchett

Isaac Cage Matchett

Apr 20, 2025

Isaac Cage Matchett age 21, of Clinton Tn, passed away on Sunday April 20, 2025. Isaac was born on June 25, 2003, in Oak Ridge, Tn. Isaac loved hunting, fishing and being outdoors. He enjoyed listening to music in his car and going to the overlook at Norris Dam. Isaac loved his job and the people he worked with at...

Jack J Rutherford

Jack J Rutherford

Apr 20, 2025

Jack J. Rutherford passed away on Easter Sunday Morning when Jesus called him home on April 20, 2025, in Knoxville, Tn. surrounded by his family. Jack was born in Dandridge, Tn on December 22, 1943. Jack was a member of First Apostolic Church in Knoxville, Tn. He was a loving husband of 43 years, loved his family and going to...