Clydia Jeam Freeman

Clydia Jean Freeman, age 79 of LaFollette, went home to be the Lord on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at her residence. Mom was born on February 6, 1933 in Union County, Tennessee to the late Charlie McCuen and Eltha Dial Sweat. She was a member of Bethlehem BaptistChurch in LaFollette. Mom enjoyed spending time with family, especially her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was a faithful homemaker who enjoyed quilting and she made several different quilts that were sent to many states. She was an avid Tennessee Lady Vol and Atlanta Braves fan. She was called “Mom” by several people at the Lake City Ballfield. In addition to her parents, Mom is preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Freeman, her daughter, Joyce Freeman, and her brother J.W. Sweat.

Survivors:  

Daughters                               Shelia Freeman                                                             LaFollette

                                                Sherri Hall & Husband Tim                                                          LaFollette

Sons                                        Randy Freeman & Wife Jeanette                                     Tazewell

                                                Ricky Freeman                                                              Jacksboro

                                                Rev. Ronnie “Bo” Freeman & Wife Sandy                         LaFollette

Brother                                   Rex Sweat & Wife Susie                                                            LaFollette

Sisters                                      Glenna Dean Dunn & Husband Jack                                            Middlesboro, KY

                                                Chris Morton & Husband Calvin                                       Jacksboro

 Grandchildren               Amber Crowell                                                               Jacksboro

                                                Jessica Miracle & Husband Anthony                                            Williamsburg, KY

                                                Jason Freeman & Wife Jessica                                       Jacksboro

                                                Brittany Hall                                                                              LaFollette

                                                April Riley & Husband Mike                                                        Jacksboro

Great Grandchildren                   Sydney & Jaycee Rae Miracle

                                                Emily Crowell

                                                Lauren Ansley Freeman

                                                Stacy & Michael Riley

                                                And two more on the way

Several Nieces, Nephews, and a host of other family members and friends.

The family would like to give a Special Thanks to the UT Hospice, Dr Gurpreet and Dr Harjeet Narula, and the staff of LaFollette Health Clinic for their loving care and support during this time.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00PM, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at Walters Funeral Home in LaFollette. Clydia will Lie In State on Sunday, April 1, 2012 from 1:00 until 2:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 PM with Rev. Bill Braden and Grandson Jason Freeman officiating.

Clydia’s Interment will follow funeral service at Bakers Forge Cemetery in LaFollette, TN.

You can also view Clydia’s guestbook at www. hatmakerfuneralhome.com

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

Joann Eggers Aldridge

Joann Eggers Aldridge, age 77 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012.  Born in North Carolina on March 31, 1934, to the late George D. & Lona Eggers.  She was a homemaker, a Sunday school teacher, Girl Scout leader and loved her family and her Lord.

Preceded in death by husband of 42 years, Frank Aldridge; brothers, Bob, Frank, Eugene and Carroll Eggers; sisters, Bina Townsend, Hazel Ashley & Rosie Goodson.

Survivors:

Son:  Gary Aldridge & wife Carolyn, LaFollette

Daughter:  Barbara Aldridge, Jacksboro

Brothers:  Tom Eggers

                 Charlie Eggers & wife Martha

                 Gurney Eggers & wife Elaine

Sisters:  Ruth Cook

             Lucy Warren

Grandchildren:  Chesni Orick & husband Joe

                          Justin Aldridge & wife Carrie

Great-grandchildren:  Briana Paige & Zane Steven

Funeral Services 8 PM Friday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. George Asbury officiating

Interment 11 AM Saturday Powell Valley Cemetery

Family will receive friends 6 to 8 PM Friday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home