Bro. Roy Vincent Rev. Roy Everett Vincent, 88, of Somerset, Kentucky, formerly of LaFollette, TN, passed from this earth into the loving arms of his Savior on Thursday, June 28th, atSummerwoods Rehab Center. He was born June 15, 1924 in Lake City, TN to the Late Dan and Addie Lee Vincent. He was a Southern Baptist Minister and farmer. He also served in the United States Army and was an Honorable Kentucky Colonel. Roy was saved at an early age and active in the church. He was in his early thirties when he accepted the call from his Heavenly Father to preach the gospel. He attended Clear Creek Springs Baptist School of Ministry for two years and was ordained to preach in Ohio. He ministered in Ohio before returning ot LaFollette,TN where he was interim pastor at Demory Baptist and East LaFollette BaptistChurches. Roy then ministered at Newcomb Baptist Church in Newcomb, TN. He was a pastor Rock Lick Baptist, McKinney Baptist, and Mt. Pleasant Baptist Churches inSomerset, Kentucky. At the time of his passing, he was a faithful active member ofFirst Baptist Church in Somerset, Kentucky. He is survived by his beloved wife, Pauline Claiborne Vincent, of 39 years; sons, Jerry Vincent and wife Gequitta, and Danny Vincent, all of LaFollette, TN; Roger Claiborne and wife LeAnn of Georgetown, KY, and Ronnie Claiborne and wife Cathy of Nancy, KY; Grandchildren Denise Ivy, Jackie Gibson and Husband Bryan, of LaFollette, TN, Brook and Ronnie II Claiborne and Matthew Gibson and wife Kristina, all of Nancy, KY, Logan and Hollis Charles and Shauna Claiborne, all of Georgetown, KY; great grandchildren Kelsey Ivy and Sawyer Gipson of LaFollette, TN, and Kylee Gibson of Nancy, KY. He is also survived by a brother Charles Vincent and wife Carolyn of LaFollette, TN, and a sister Ruth Vincent martin and husband Joe W Martin of Jacksboro, TN, Pat Vincent of Elk Park, NC and several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceding him in death were his loving parents, his first wife Ruby Hill Vincent, fourth brothers Norvil, Ray J. Will, and Glenn Vincent, three sisters Grace Vincent, Jewell Vincent Hill, and Camilla Vincent Wallace, and several brother/sister in laws, nieces and nephews. The Family will be receiving friends at Cross - Smith Funeral Home of LaFollette ,TN on Sunday, July 1st, from 6-8 P.M. and Southern Oaks Funeral Home, Somerset, Kentucky on Monday, July 2nd, after 5 P.M. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 3, at 10 A.M. at Southern Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. C.E. Jacobs and Dr. French Harmon officiating. Burial will follow in the Mill Springs NationalCemetery. Local Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Jack E. Chapman Jack E. Chapman Jack E. Chapman, age 72, of LaFollette passed away Thursday 28, 2012.  He accepted the Lord as his Savior Wednesday, June 20th. Preceded in death by parents, Leonard & Lillian Chapman; brother, Glenn Chapman. Survivors: Wife:  Martha Turner Chapman Daughters & Sons-in-law:  Pamela and Alan Lay                                            Brenda and David Spangler Grandchildren:  Jacklyn Smith, Wesley Spangler, Hannah and Joshua Lay 2 Greatgrandsons Brothers:  James & Wayne Chapman Memorial Service 7 PM Friday at Cedar Hill Baptist Church Rev. Ronnie Arnold and Rev. Mike Smith officiating  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cedar Hill Baptist Church or Fincastle Church of God Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home LeVenie Pierce, age 99, was born on May 13, 1913 and went to her Heavenly Home on June 28, 2012 at Methodist Center in Oak Ridge. She was the last living charter member of Bradens Chapel Church. Preceded in death husband: Aaron Pierce. Two stepsons: Carl and Nolan Pierce Parents: Fred and Barbara Cain Braden. Brothers: Brice, Oba, Arvil and Milton Braden Sisters: Betty and Tilda Braden. Great grandson :Landon Reynolds. Survived by draughter: Betty Monday of Speedwell. Six grandchildren who were the joy of her life, Ronald Pierce, Robby, Kenneth and Calvin Monday, Debbie Jessie and Diana Reynolds Five nieces and nephews whom she helped raise, Evelyn Lay, Ruth Lay, Mildred Tressler, Leroy and Butch Braden. Great grandchildren: Kendra and Brent Shepherd, Austin Reynolds, Leslie, April, Josh and Matthew Jessie, Brittany and Chelsea Monday. Brother: Mack Braden of Maynardville. Sister: Jane Edwards. Host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be 2 PM Sunday at Braden’s Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. JC Monday and Rev. Kenny Rogers officiating. Interment will follow in Bradens cemetery Family will receive friends Saturday June 30, 2012 in Martin Wilson Chapel from 6-8PM

Andrew Jack Dossett, II Andrew Jack Dossett, II, 41, of Dawsonville, GA, formerly of Jacksboro passed away Tuesday June 26, 2012 at Embracing Hospice following an extended illness. Born June 16, 1971 in LaFollette, Tennessee, he and his family moved to Alpharetta,GA in 1984. He graduated from Milton High School and in 1994 he established Andrew J. Dossett Grading, a company used by many local builders for residential grading and excavating. Andrew loved most any outdoor activity and was well known for his trophy fish, wonderful venison, and great times spent boating on area lakes. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Hugh Dossett. Surviving are his sons, Zachary Thomas Dossett, Cumming, Sean Joseph Feagins, Cumming, and their mother, Janie Dossett; parents, Jack and Linda Dossett, Dawsonville; sister and brother in law, Marsha and Mark Stuckey, Ball Ground; nephew, Nicholas Stuckey; and a host of other loving family and friends. Graveside Services & Interment 3 PM Saturday at Dyke Cemetery in Speedwell Michael Gragg officiating In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dawson County Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 159, Dawsonville, GA 30534. Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Jeanine Carroll Wilson Jeanine Carroll Wilson Jeanine Carroll Wilson, age 76, of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Member of Woodlake Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by grandson, John Brandon Burrows; parents, Rev. Theodore & Etta Baird Carroll; brother, Rev. Bob Carroll. Survivors: Husband:  Ray Wilson Daughter:  Mitzi Cheryl Booth & husband Richard, all of Jacksboro Sister:  Ann Patterson, Lake City  Sister-in-law:  Joan Carroll, Maryville Services 2 PM Saturday Cross-Smith Chapel Rev. Steve Elkins officiating  Family will receive friends 12 Noon to 2 PM Saturday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Robert Owen Meadows Robert Owen Meadows, age 60, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Member of Victory Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by parents, Rev. David Meadows and Nila Jane Parker Meadows; brother, Martin Edward Meadows; sisters, Marie Moore, Ella Faye Poston, Betty Sue Morgan. Survivors: Wife:  Annette Graham Meadows Daughter:  Lisa & husband Jessie Taylor Son:  Travis Edward Meadows, all of LaFollette Brothers:  Arnold Meadows & wife Gwen                  Arlis Meadows & wife Margaret                  Paul Meadows & wife Brenda, all of LaFollette Sisters:  Norma Jean Helton & husband Norman of LaFollette              Shirley Adams of Florida Services 8 PM Friday Cross-Smith Chapel  Rev. Lloyd Taylor officiating Interment 11 AM Saturday Greene Cemetery in Flat Hollow Family will received friends 6 to 8 PM Friday at Cross-Smith Funeral  Nicholas Haskett Notice to family and friends of Nicholas Haskett. This is to inform you that Nicholas Haskett passed away June 22, 2012 at Camp Pendleton, CA. Due to military process it is unclear exactly when his arrangements will be. Nicholas is the son of Becky and Jeff Bolton and the Grandson of Jeanne and Thomas Chadwell. Please call Martin Wilson for final dates and times. Buddy Joe Blankenship Buddy Joe Blankenship, age 60 of Caryville passed away Sunday June 24, 2012. He loved his family very much and enjoyed working driving his big truck and mowing the grass. He was preceded in death by parents George and Elsie Blankenship, Brothers Jack, Carl and sister Ruth. He is survived by wife Rebecca, daughter Amanda Johnson and son Joshua. Grandchildren; Hayley, Logan, Caleb and Jeta. Brothers; Verlin, Lonnie, and John Blankenship, Sisters; Sue Ayers and Trula Broyles and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 8 PM Tuesday June 26, 2012 in Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. Tim Dupuy officiating. Interment will be 11 AM Wednesday June 27, 2012 in Powell Valley Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6 until 8 before funeral service on Tuesday. Arrangements by Martin Wilson Funeral Home in LaFollette

Joyce Ann (Foust) Reese Joyce Ann (Foust) Reese Joyce Ann (Foust) Reese, age 71, of Dayton, Ohio passed away Saturday, June 23, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Moss Lee & Edith Foust; husband, Joe Reese; son, Timmy Reese; brothers, Hobart, J.H., and Ralph Foust; also sisters, Agele Hildebrant, Fleta Manley, and Fay Chance. Joyce is survived by her children, David, Billy, and Gail Reese; brother, Moss Jr. (Judy) Foust; sisters, Dorothy (Tom) Blum, Jewel (L.C. dec.) Greer, and Sue (Jody) Ray; also 5 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. She will leave behind many who will miss and love her. She was a loving & caring person who touched many hearts. Services 1 PM Thursday at Mt. Paran Baptist Church in Jacksboro Pastor Ron Williams officiating Interment to follow at Campbell Memorial Gardens Family will receive friends 11AM to 1 PM Thursday at Mt Paran Baptist Church Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Woody Marshall Hughett Woody Marshall Hughett, age 72, of LaFollette passed away Saturday, June 23, 2012.  Member of Mountain View Baptist Church in Robbins.  US Army veteran, a graduate of Robbins High School, and worked as a Barber in Oneida and LaFollette for over 30 years.  Preceded in death by son, Troy Hughett; parents, Howard & Marie Hughett. Survivors: Brother: C. H. Hughett, Dry Ridge, Ky                Ronald Hughett, Robbins, TN Sisters:  Bernice DeBord, South Lyon, MI               Judy Stanley, Thorntown, IN               Martha Jean McCartt, Ann Arbor, MI Several nieces and nephews Services 8 PM Tuesday Cross-Smith Chapel Rev. Jack Stanley and Rev. Lonnie Dupuy officiating Interment 11 AM Wednesday at Carson Memorial Park in Oneida with Military honors given by Campbell County Honor Guard Family will receive friends 6 – 8 PM Tuesday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home Ronald Ron Louis Parks Ronald “Ron” Louis Parks, age 54, of Lake City, passed away on June 25, 2012 at the University Of Tennessee Medical Center Of Knoxville. Ron was born November 22, 1957 in Anderson County. Ron enjoyed fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors Parents                                   Lonnie Parks & Wife Mary                           Lake City Several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Visitation: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home. Funeral Service: 7:00 pm, Thursday, June 28, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Harness officiating.                    Interment: Friends and Family will meet at 9:30 am on Friday,June 29, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in procession to Leach Cemetery for a 10:00 am interment. You may also view Ron’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Arthorine McDaniel Wilson Arthorine McDaniel Wilson, age 89, of Fratersville Community, passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at the LaFollette Medical Center. Arthorine was born on June 6, 1923 in Anderson County to the late James Clyde and Dinah Pratt McDaniel. Arthorine was a devoted Christian and a lifelong member of Fratersville Missionary Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher for forty plus years. She was an avid Bible reader who enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, writing short stories, and her flowers and garden. In addition to her parents, Arthorine is preceded in death by her husband Dewey Wilson, son, Steve Wilson, granddaughter Leeann Tackett, great-granddaughter Meghan Dunn, brother Morris Fraley, and her sister Wilma Miles. Survivors Sons                             James E Wilson & Wife Nancy                      Fratersville                                       John Micheal Wilson & Wife Imogene            Lake City                                       Timothy Glenn Wilson & Wife Dale                 Clinton                                       Dewey Bruce Wilson & Wife Lori                   Clinton                                       Terry Douglas Wilson & Wife Kelly                Clinton Daughters                    Marilyn Diane Bunch & Husband Mack Lake City                                       Doris Susan Tackett & Husband Lewis  Lake City                                       Elizabeth Lee Owsley                                    Lake City                                       Jennifer Kay Spitzer                                     Lake City                                       Sharon Faye Templin & Husband Brad Lake City Brother                         J.C. McDaniel Jr. & Wife Amelia                   San Antonio, TX Sister                            Faye Taylor                                                  Powell                                       Patricia Faylor & Husband Jack           Cleveland, OH Special Cousin                Opal Harris                                                   Lake City 19 Grandchildren 21 Great Grandchildren 3 Great Great Grandchildren Several Nieces, Nephews, and a host of other relatives. Visitation: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City. Funeral Service: 11:00 AM, Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at the Fratersville Missionary Baptist Church in Fratersville, TN with Rev. Terry Sweat officiating. Interment: Arthorine’s interment is to follow her funeral service on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at the Leach Cemetery in Lake City, TN You may also view Arthorine‘s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Joe Hyle Ward Joe Hyle Ward age 68 of Jacksboro, passed away Saturday, June 23, 2012. He was a devout Christian and member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Caryville. Preceded in death by Parents Noah & Effie Bowling Ward, Infant son Joe Hyle Ward, Jr., Brothers Jesse & Paul Ward, Sisters Irene Ward & Marie Disney. Survivors: Wife of 47 years Brenda Daughters JoAnn Bullman, Violet Ward,                   Beverly Nance & Husband Todd, all of Jacksboro Sons: Keith Ward & wife Tonya, Lawrenceville, GA          Gary Ward & Susan, Jacksboro. Precious and deeply loved Grandchildren:  Josh, Hyle, Jay, Courtney, Carissa,                                                               Caitlyn and Sydney. Sister: Willa Newport & husband Ray Brothers & Sisters-in-law: Oliver & Betty Ward                                            Sam & Betty Ward, Bobby & Betty Ward. A host of nieces, nephews and many many close friends who know who they are without mention. Funeral Service 8 p.m. Monday Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Caryville ev. Tom Reece & Rev. Jim Bolton officiating  Interment 11 a.m. Tuesday Queener Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday at Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Caryville. Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home Buddy Joe Blankenship January 22, 1952 - June 24, 2012 Jimmie Lee Napier July 14, 1953 - June 24, 2012

Martha D. Mills

Mrs. Martha D. Mills age 96 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at LaFollette Court Assisted Living Community.  She was a member of Indiana Avenue Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by husband, C.A. “Shan” Mills; parents, William H. and Hattie Braden Williams; sister, Reba West; nephews, Billy West and Mack Williams.

Survivors: Three Daughters, Carol Matheson and husband Dixon, of Ft. Worth, TX, Joyce Butner and husband Seth G., of Tazewell, TN, and Sharon Ridenour and husband Mike, of LaFollette; Two Grandchildren, Kelly Munsey of New Tazewell, and Christy Axford and husband Kai, of Plano, TX; Two Great-grandchildren, Brayden and Karis Axford, of Plano, TX; Beloved Brother, Mack Williams of Jacksboro; Sister-in-law, Pauline Tauscher of Knoxville, TN; Niece, Becky Claiborne of Dayton, TN; Nephew, David Williams of Loveland, OH; Special Friends, June Guy, Connie Crutchfield, Lauren Wright, and Sherry Ayers.  The family would like to express special gratitude to the staff and management of LaFollette Court Assisted Living Community for excellent care and love shown to Mrs. Mills and Dr. James C. Farris for friendship and loving care.

Funeral Service Services Saturday 1 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Partin officiating.  Interment to follow at Bakers Forge Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. Saturday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Indiana Avenue Baptist Church Building Fund, 604 South Indiana Ave., LaFollette, TN 37766.  Online condolences for Mrs. Mills may be made atwww.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Martha D. Mills

Deborah L. Bland, age 52, of LaFollette passed away Sunday, June 17, 2012.  Member of Valley Fellowship Church of God and retired from Cracker Barrel after 23 years of service.   Preceded in death by daughter, Felixia England; parents, Felix & Trecie Russell Ivey; brother & sisters, Odevia, Spencer, Everette, Clarence, Robert Lee, Taylor and Avery.

Survivors: 

Daughter:  Amanda & Peter Nicholson

Grandchildren:  Justin Bland, Ian Bland, Aliyah England and Jacob England

Brothers:  Henry, Paris, Ike, Phillip, & Felix Ivey, Jr.

Sisters:  Hazel Gross, Rebecca Brantley, Elizabeth West, Lucy Longmire, Alice, Kolze, and Fay McKay

Funeral Services 8 PM Wednesday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. Ovid Bolton officiating

Interment 10 AM Thursday Powell Valley Cemetery

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

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Brenda G. White, age 59, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2012 at LaFollette Medical Center.

Survived by son BJ Morgan and daughter Angela Morgan.

Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at the Fincastle Church of God with Rev Mike Smith officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Bakers Forge Cemetery.

Arrangements by Martin Wilson Funeral Home of LaFollette 

Ryan Lee Houck Ryan Lee Houck, age 24, of Norris, passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2012. Ryan was born in Knoxville,TN on June 15, 1988. Ryan was a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing softball, and spending time with his family and friends. Ryan is preceded in death by his grandfather, Clarence “Pete” Houck. Survivors Mother                                    Shiree Empting and Husband Harry                       Norris Father                                     Terry “Tiny” Houck and Wife Missy                         Caryville Grandparents                        Hazel Houck                                                               Lake City                                                 Henry and Wife Kay Seiber                                      Briceville Sister                                      Sheena Houck                                                           Norris Brother                                   Ethan Houck                                                              Caryville Several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends who loved him dearly. Pall Bearers                           Dustin Leach                                                 B.J. Elliott                                                 Nick Harness                                                 Cody Laverdiere                                                 Matt Fields                                                 Blake and Aaron McCoy                                                 Casey, Ethan and Chance Houck                                                 Jared and Jordan Seiber                                           Visitation: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at Laurel Branch Baptist Church. Funeral Service: 8:00 PM, Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at the Laurel Branch Baptist Church in Briceville, TNwith Rev. Joey Cagley and Rev. Steve Seiber officiating. Interment: Friends and Family will meet at Laurel Branch Baptist Church at 10:15 AM on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at the Laurel Branch Baptist Church to go in procession to Mountain of Peace in BricevilleIn lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Laurel Branch Baptist Church Youth Group at: P.O. Box 280, Briceville, Tennessee 37710 You may also view Ryan’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Dan Kersey Dan Kersey age 72, of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2012 at Tennova Hospice. He was a Christian and retired from the US Army as 1st sergeant. Preceded in death by parents Carmack & Lida Kersey, Sister Opal Carpenter, Brothers Morris Angel and  Carmack Kersey, Jr.   Survivors: Daughter: Andrea Dawn Mongello                   Sons: Jeffery Allen Kersey & Dan Kersy II, all of California                    10 Grandchildren     6 great-grandchildren                     Sister: Linda Powell                       Brothers: Douglas & McKinley Kersey                        Best Friend Stuart Bradley   No Service is planned   Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home Odes Lee Martin, Jr. Mr. Odes Lee Martin, Jr, age 43 of Jacksboro passed away Friday, June 15, 2012, at his home.  He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  He was preceded in death by wife, Sara E. Martin of Jacksboro, nephew, Josh, and brother-in-law, Rick Snelson. Survivors:  Brother, Vestal L. Wilkerson and Chastity Carroll of Jacksboro and sister, Reba Snelson; nephew, Danny Wilkerson; great nieces, Miley and Briley Wilkerson all of Maynardville.  Several other relatives and friends. Funeral Services Tuesday 7 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with President Trey Smith officiating.  Family and friends will meet Wednesday 9 A.M. at Powell Valley Cemetery and Memorial Gardens for graveside services and interment.  The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Tuesday before funeral services.  While flowers are beautiful and appreciated, the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made to help with medical and final expenses.  Online condolences for Mr. Martin may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Odes Lee Martin, Jr. Richard Lowell Bumgardner Richard Lowell Bumgardner, age 63, of Powell, passed away on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at the Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell. Richard was born in Anderson County on October 26, 1948, to James and Gladys Bumgardner Taylor. He was an Army Veteran who served in Vietnam. Richard enjoyed board games with his granddaughter, who was the light of his life. Survivors Parents                         J.E. and Wife Gladys Taylor                    Lake City Son                                Bryan Bumgardner & Wife Wendy          Oak Ridge Daughter                       Rachelle Bumgardner                               Powell Brothers                        Johnny Taylor & Wife Valdra                   Lake City                                        Eddie Taylor & Wife Debbie                    Clinton Sisters                           Candy Taylor                                             Lake City                                       Sandy Spitzer & Husband Ronnie           Lake City                                       Debbie Vannorstran & Husband Fred     Lake City                                       Mitzi Evans & Husband Mike                    Knoxville                                        7 Grandchildren And a Host of loving great nieces, nephews, and family Visitation: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home. Graveside Service: 1:00 pm, Tuesday June 19, 2012 at the Leach Cemetery in Lake City, with his Brother Eddie Taylor officiating and with Military Honors presented by the Campbell County Honor Guard.                    You may also view Richard’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.