Obituaries

Rosemary Sharp

Rosemary Sharp

Jul 23, 2021

Erma “Rosemary” Sharp, age 83, of Clinton, TN passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. Rosemary was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an assistant girl scout leader for 12 years, also in the Member Circle X Riding Club for 20 years when she lived in Winchester, IN. She was...

Jessica Leanne Wilson

Jessica Leanne Wilson

Jul 19, 2021

Jessica “Bubba” Leanne Wilson, 34 was born December 7, 1986 in North Carolina to Adrea Collins Allred and Danny Wilson. Her and her little brother, Christopher Wilson, spent their youth side by side and she quickly became his sidekick and bodyguard. She later met her lifelong companion Kenny Anderson and has spent the last 17 years with him.

She is...

Charles "Chuck" Ray Wallace

Charles "Chuck" Ray Wallace

Jul 10, 2021

Charle “Chuck” Ray Wallace, age 58, of Clinton, TN passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at the Diversicare of Oak Ridge in Oak Ridge, TN. He loved watching movies, westerns, and listening to music. Chuck loved to pittle with things, take them apart and put them back together. He also enjoyed working on cars.

Chuck is preceded in death...

Steve Willard Hutchison

Steve Willard Hutchison

Jul 9, 2021

Steve Hutchison, age 69, of Andersonville, TN passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. He loved to work on cars and was a great mechanic. Steve loved to watch NASCAR racing. He also loved blue grass music and going to concerts. Steve enjoyed picnics, barbequing and spending time with his friend Leffew...

Carlos Alberto Escobar Sr.

Carlos Alberto Escobar Sr.

Jul 9, 2021

Carlos Alberto Escobar Sr., age 53, of Knoxville, TN passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, July 9, 2021. Carlos was known as a family man and a loving father. He was a member of First Apostolic Church in Knoxville, TN. Carlos loved to worship Jesus. He loved to joke around and never met a stranger. He will be...

Mary Frank Bunch

Mary Frank Bunch

Jul 6, 2021

Mary Frank “Bebo” Henegar Bunch, born in 1947, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. She is preceded in death by parents, Betty June Crowley and Audie Crowley; her brother James Henegar; great grandparents Bertha Hatmaker Stansberry and Luke Stansberry, and numerous brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews. She is survived by her husband of...

James Thomas Riggs

James Thomas Riggs

Jun 28, 2021

James Thomas Riggs, age 80 of Rocky Top, TN passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at Summit View of Rocky Top in Rocky Top, TN. He loved to talk and tinker with things. James worked for the Scott Station in Lake City for 17 years. He loved going to church. Old country music was his favorite to listen to....

Ruby Jewell Cantrell

Ruby Jewell Cantrell

Jun 24, 2021

Ruby Jewell Cantrell, age 74, of Powell, Tn, passed away at Methodist Medical Center on June 24, 2021. She was a member of New Life Church of the Nazarene in Oak Ridge TN. Jewell worked for Methodist Medical Center for 53 years. Jewell is preceded in death by her husband, James Franklin “Frank” Cantrell; father, Grady Hastings; brother, Anthony Hastings...

Janet Eldridge Belch

Janet Eldridge Belch

Jun 23, 2021

Janet Eldridge Belch, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital in Maryville, TN. Janet has lived local to Lake City all of her life and she was an avid member of First Baptist Church in Mount Juliet, TN. She loved her grandkids, flowers, and cake decorating. Janet will be remembered as a special woman...

William Franklin Adkins

William Franklin Adkins

Jun 21, 2021

William ‘Bill’ Franklin Adkins, age 67, passed away at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN on Monday, June 21, 2021. Bill is from Melbourne, FL but has lived locally to Clinton, TN since 2002. Bill was a US Marine for several years. After dedicating years of service to our country, he became a truck driver/truck driver instructor. He loved...

Barney  Hensley

Barney Hensley

Jun 18, 2021

Barney Hensley, age 58, passed away at his home in Caryville, TN on Friday, June 18, 2021. Barney loved to work on computers, tell jokes and stories, and go to flea markets. He will be deeply missed by his family. He is preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Stella Hensley. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Hensley...

Brenda Lynn Shoopman

Brenda Lynn Shoopman

Jun 15, 2021

Brenda Lynn Shoopman, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. Brenda spent most of her life as a preschool teacher. In her later years, she has enjoyed spending time with her family and her animals. Brenda loved her family very much, and her animals had a special place in...

Michelle Renee Wikle

Michelle Renee Wikle

Jun 13, 2021

Michelle Renee Wikle, age 52 of Heiskell, TN passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at her home. She was full of spunk, enjoyed life and would tell you instantly what she thought. Michelle loved her grandchildren and son. Michelle is preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Patsy Tibbett; and her sister, Patty Byrge. She is survived...

Donna Faye Rimel

Donna Faye Rimel

Jun 13, 2021

Donna Faye Rimel, age 75, travelled home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Donna dedicated a great deal of her life to her career of being an LPN for 29 years. Donna was incredibly involved in her church; she was a youth leader for several years. Donna played numerous instruments (piano, accordion, bass, and organ) and...

Betty Lue Jarnigan

Betty Lue Jarnigan

Jun 11, 2021

Betty Lue Jarnigan, age 83, travelled home to be with our Heavenly Father on Friday, June 11, 2021. Betty was an active member of Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church, located here in Clinton. She loved her grandkids and her family dearly. She will be remembered for loving life and always ready to go somewhere. Betty will be significantly missed by all....

Elmira L. Trentham

Elmira L. Trentham

Jun 10, 2021

Elmira L. (Cagley) Trentham, age 96, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, June 10, 2021. Elmira retired from Clinton City Schools and was a member of Clinton Church of Christ. Her granddaughter and great grandsons were the lights of her life. She is preceded in death by her parents, 5 brothers, and 3 sisters. Also preceded in death by...

Calvin  Webber Jr

Calvin Webber Jr

Jun 9, 2021

Calvin Coolidge Webber Jr, 58 of Clinton, TN, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 after a valiant battle with cancer. Calvin was born on June 13, 1962 to Calvin and Della Webber in Middletown, Ohio. After graduating high school, Calvin began his life-long career, diligently working in grocery stores. He married Wanda Webber...

Derrick Scott Hembree

Derrick Scott Hembree

Jun 8, 2021

Derrick Scott Hembree, age 40, passed away at Tennova West Medical Center on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Derrick was a mechanic and worked for MDAC. Derrick was also a member of FFA. He enjoyed Woodworking and Camping. Derrick liked doing mechanic work with his dad. He enjoyed board games and loved his...

Charles Lee Martin Jr.

Charles Lee Martin Jr.

Jun 6, 2021

Charles Lee Martin Jr, age 44, of Clinton, passed away at UT Medical Center on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Charles was a man who loved to work on vehicles of all types. He loved his children dearly, and he will be remembered as a loving brother, friend, and father. He is preceded in death by his parents; Charles Martin Sr...

Henry  Brummett

Henry Brummett

Jun 3, 2021

Henry Brummett, age 70, of Maynardville, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 3, 2021. He was a loving husband and will be deeply missed by his wife, Barbara. There are no memorial services scheduled at this time as the family has requested. Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.