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Sunday, November 20, 2011

BRADLEY, HAZEL EULIAVEE TODD - died November 19, 2011 at Tennova Residential Hospice. Hazel was originally from Jellico, Tennessee. She was a long time member of the Glen Alpine Home Demonstration Club and the Clinton Fair Association. She and her husband Roy were also involved with the Clinton Girls Softball Association and were poll workers during local elections. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She was a member of Second Baptist Church for many years. Hazel loved music and was always singing. She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Bradley; mother, Sarah Todd; brothers, Louis, Ernest, Banner, Ancil, Charles, Dortha, and J.W. Todd. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Jaynie and Scott Moore of Knoxville; son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Carolyn Bradley of Clinton; grandson, Phillip; great grandson, Dillon; brother and sister-in-law, James and Marie Todd of Jellico; special niece, Jean Nighbert of Knoxville; a host of nieces, nephews and friends, and special caregivers, Vicki Donald and Debbie Roe. The family would like to thank the staff of Tennova Residential Hospice for their love and support. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 22st from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. Funeral service will follow. Interment will be Wednesday, November 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton. Family and friends may meet at funeral home at 10:30 a.m. to go in procession to cemetery. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com.
MATTIE, GENE - age 82, of Lafollette passed away Saturday November 19, 2011 at his home. Gene was a member of the Lafollette Masonic Lodge and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of LaFollette. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, avid coonhunter, and fishing. Gene loved reading and watching all college sports. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Mattie and Maude Grant, first wife Bobbie Starrett Mattie, infant son Gary Wendell, and brother Dick Mattie. He is survived by wife Wanda Mattie, sons Greg and wife Devona Mattie of Lafollette, Stan and wife Jane Mattie of Lafollette, Wes and wife Patti Mattie of Lafollette, Brad and wife Dana Mattie of Jacksboro, daughter Stacey and husband Randy Brown of Jacksboro. Other survivors include brothers Hillard Mattie of Williamsburg KY, and Dillard Mattie of Oneida Tn and sisters Jewell McGhee of Jacksboro, Barba Vermillon of Jellico, JoAnn Wormesley of Caryville, 14 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and several nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral service for Mr. Mattie will be Monday, November 21st at 7:00 pm in the First Presbyterian Church of LaFollette with Rev. Bill Morris officiating. Internment will be Tuesday, November 21st, at 11:00 am in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Gene. Martin Wilson Funeral Home in LaFollette in charge of arrangements.

Friday, November 18, 2011

John (Bank) Campbell age 76 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday November 17, 2011 at the Lafollette Medical Center. He enjoyed attending High Knob Baptist Church, helping his wife with the children they have helped to raise, and spending time with his family who he loved very much. 


He was preceded in death by his parents Casper Campbell & Pearlie Jones Campbell, Brothers Paskal & Lloyd Campbell, Sisters Rosie & Nancy Campbell.

He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Gail Campbell, Sisters Mildred Rutherford, Lois Roberts, Gracie Campbell all of LaFollette and Coleen Johnson of Jacksboro. Brothers William, Ervin, Harrison, Sherman and Donald Campbell all of LaFollette and several Nieces, Nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral service for Mr. Campbell will be Sunday, November 20th at 8:00 pm in the Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev. Paul Hembree officiating. Interment will be Monday November 21st at 10:00 am in the Bakers Forge Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Martin Wilson Chapel.

Martin Wilson Funeral Home in LaFollette in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Campbell’s guestbook can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com 

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Mr. Chester E. “Chet” Wilson age 64 of Pioneer passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011, at LaFollette Medical Center .  He was a truck driver, and of the Church of God Faith .  Preceded in death by parents, Clabe and Nola Rutherford Wilson and brother, James Wilson. 

Survivors:  Wife, Kathy Wilson of Pioneer; children, Jennifer Renee Wilson and Donald Eugene Wilson, both of LaFollette, and Jordan Wilson, Crista Wilson, and Hailey Wilson all of Pioneer; grandson, Ryan Wilson of LaFollette; sisters, Iva Jewel Dilbeck and husband, Rev. Junior Dilbeck of LaFollette and Debra Dixon of LaFollette; two special nephews, David and Darren Wilson of LaFollette, and special cousin, Leon Savage and wife, Sue of LaFollette, sister-in-law, Judy Wilson of LaFollette.  Several other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral Services Friday 8 P.M. at Walters Chapel with Rev. Delmus Bruce officiating.  Family and friends will meet Saturday 11 A.M. at Broyles Cemetery for graveside services and interment.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M. Friday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  Online condolences for Mr. Wilson may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Chester E. “Chet” Wilson .

Wednesday, November 16, 2011


Mrs. Lena R. Coy age 80 of LaFollette passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at LaFollette Health and Rehab Center .  She was a retired teacher.  Preceded in death by parents, Raymond and Mary Farris Jackson, and brothers, Bill and Tom Jackson.

Survivors: Husband, Raymond Coy of LaFollette; Two Daughters, Beverly Reagan of Lafayette, IN, and Becky West of Laurel, MS; One Son, Steven Coy of Arlington, TX; Nine Grandchildren, Two Great-grandchildren; Sisters, Annie Lee of Cicero, IN, and Opal Hamilton of East Prairie, MO; Special Friends, Francine, Wayne, and Nikki Byrd; Several other relatives and many friends.

At the family’s request, no services are planned.  Online condolences for Mrs. Coy may be made atwww.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Lena R. Coy.


Sylvia June Hill, age 69, of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011. Member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by daughter, Tammy; parents, Andy & Hazel King Perkins; Brothers, Virgil, Arvil & Jerry Perkins; sisters, Norma Daughtery, Jenace Perkins.

Survivors:

Sons:  Ricky Hill, LaFollette
           Tracy Hill, Caryville

6 Grandchildren     2 Great-grandchildren

Brothers:  J.C. Perkins, Jacksboro
                Larry Perkins, LaFollette

Sisters:  Ann Teague, Jacksboro
              Dorothy Hayes, Kettering, Oh
              Wilma Copeland, Jacksboro


Services 1 PM Friday Cross-Smith Chapel

Interment  Oddfellow Cemetery

Family will receive friends 11 AM to 1 PM Friday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home


Clarence Allen Miller of Lafollette, Tennessee, age74 died Saturday, November 12, 2011.  He was the son of Clarence Allen Miller and Viola Johnson Miller.
He is survived by his daughters: Debora Miller Moore, of Charlotte, NC; Jana Miller Ramlet of Edina, Minnesota; and three sisters: Ann Hatcher and Patsy Schultz of Knoxville, and Gail Bowman of Lafollette.
Allen also known as “Pete”, has 5 grandchildren.
He will join in heaven, his daughter, Sharon Renee Miller, his parents; and his grandson, Zachary Robert Ramlet.
The family is planning an outdoor memorial service in the Spring.
Donations may be made to Tennova Hospice, 7447 Andersonville Pike, Knoxville, Tenn. 37938 in his memory.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Elizabeth Betty Cordell

Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) Cordell age 77 of LaFollette passed away Sunday, November 13, 2011 at LaFollette Medical Center .  She was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church .  Preceded in death by husband, J.K. Cordell, grandson, Kevin Wayne Pebley, parents Ira and Ethel Shannon Charbonneau, sister, Alta (Pee Wee) McCormick.

Survivors: Children, Gary Cordell and wife Sharon, of LaFollette, Debbie Oldham of Lebanon, TN, Connie Pebley of LaFollette, Kim Robbins of LaFollette; Eight Grandchildren, Thirteen Great-grandchildren; Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services Tuesday 8 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Cotton Pittman and Rev. David Hicks officiating.  Family and friends will meet Wednesday 1:30 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home and proceed to Bakers Forge Cemetery for 2 P.M. graveside services and interment with Military Honors conducted by the Campbell County Honor Guard. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M. Tuesday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  Online condolences for Mrs. Cordell may be made atwww.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) Cordell.
Robert Lee Bobby Brooks
Robert Lee “Bobby” Brooks, age 65, of LaFollette passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2011 at LaFollette Medical Center. He was a very loving husband, father, and grandfather that enjoyed spending time with his family and trout fishing. He never met a stranger and befriended everyone he met.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother Donald Lee and Roberta Moffitt Brooks.
He is survived by his wife Michelle Brooks, sons Joseph Brooks and wife Erin of LaFollette, Jimmy and Jacob Billings both of LaFollette, and Alan Stiles and wife Cynthia of Florida, daughter Bonnie Francis of Florida, brother Bill Ashley of Florida, sisters Linda Herndon of Florida and Mary Green and husband Fred of Florida, and 1 grandchild.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Martin Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Brooks’ guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com
Valentina Lee Herrera McCreary
Valentina Lee Herrera McCreary, infant daughter of, Christina McCreary and Hector Herrera passed away Saturday, November 12, 2011. 
In addition to parents, she is survived by
                     Brother, Chandler McCreary
                     Sister, Kaden McCreary
                     Grandparents:  Rita McCreary
                                              Charles McCreary
                     Great grandparents: R.L. & Patsy Burton
                                                     Dorothy McCreary
                                                     Don & Linda McCreary    
                     Aunt:  Bridget McCreary
Graveside Services & Interment 2 PM Tuesday at Campbell Memorial Gardens
Rev. Jimmy Griffith officiating
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home 
Leland E. Evans
Leland E. Evans age 65, of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2011. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He was a retired Iron Worker and US Army veteran.  Preceded in death by Parents Phillip & Maude Marlow Evans, Sisters Joyce Stokes & Evon Stokes, Brother Virgil Evans.
Survivors: wife Shirley Chadwell Evans
             Children: Anita Gail Fox, Dustin Evans, Jessica Scutter & Larry Wayne Morris
             Several Grandchildren     Brothers Arvil & Estil  Evans   Sister: Viola Dalton
             Several nieces & nephews and a host of friends
Funeral Service 7 p.m. Wednesday Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Rev. Lonnie Weldon  
Interment 2 p.m. Thursday Bakers Forge Cemetery with Military Honors given by
Campbell County Honor Guard
Family will receive friends 5 to 7 PM Wednesday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Doris Queener
Doris Queener, age 86, of Jacksboro, TN passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Cumberland Village Nursing Home. She enjoyed raising flowers, was a wonderful cook, and was a very loving mother who always had a smile for you. She belonged to Bethlehem Baptist Church in Georgia but attended Mt. Zion Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Monroe Queener, parents Wilbure and Bessie Harkins, brother Dale Harkins, and son-in-law Steve McGhee.
She is survived by her son Jim Queener and wife Carolyn of Jacksboro, daughter Gail McGhee of Jacksboro, son Dan Queener and wife Sharon of Jacksboro, daughter Lea Ann Loomis and husband Mitchell of Jacksboro, 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Barbara Boshears and husband Wade, and niece Sharon Murphy.
Funeral service will be at 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2011 in the Martin Wilson Chapel with Rev Jim Mullins officiating. Interment will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 in the Jacksboro Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Martin Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Queener’s guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Friday, November 11, 2011


Rev. David E. Carroll age 94, of Jacksboro passed away Saturday, November 12, 2011. He was of theChurch of God faith. Preceded in death by wife Clossie, parents Francis & Winnie Carroll. He was a retired Coal Miner & Carpenter.

Survivors: Daughter: Janice Tackett of Jacksboro with whom he made his home.

                 Son: Leonard Carroll of Cookeville

           4 Grandchildren   9 Great-grandchildren  10 Great-great-grandchildren

            Brother-in-law: Andy E. Stevens & wife Dot of Jacksboro

            A host of Nieces & Nephews

At  David’s request family and friends will meet at Woodlawn Cemetery Tuesday, November 15, for 11 a.m. Graveside Service & Interment.

Rev. Joey Rutherford officiating

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home


Rev. Owen Hatmaker, age 93, of LaFollette passed away Friday, November 11, 2011.   Member of LaFollette First Baptist Church, Campbell Co. Masonic Lodge & Kerbella Temple.  Former owner/operator of LaFollette Monument Company. He pastored at Cedar Hill, Calvary, Newcomb, East Jacksboro, Demory, Grantsboro and Hayne Flat Baptist Churches.

Preceded in death by wives, Dorothy Weaver Hatmaker and Hazel Mae Yoakum Hatmaker; son, Homer Lewis Hatmaker; parents, Foster & Anna Mae Cooper Hatmaker, brothers & sisters, Clayton Hatmaker., Esta Prater, Paris Hatmaker, Ermie Dagley, Eva Miller & Katy Wilson

Survivors: Children: Anna Coffey, Snellville, GA, Larry Hatamker, Cleveland, Carolyn Sharp, Inman, SC, Sandra Hogue & Marsha Anderson, Morristown, Jerry Hatmaker, Winston-Salem, NC

15 Grandchildren    17 Great-grandchildren

Brothers: Hascue Hatmaker, LaFollette,  Ernest Hatmaker, Eugene, OR

Sisters: Lora Grace Miller, Oliver Springs   Cora Lee Nelson, Loudon

Several Nieces & Nephews and a host of friends

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

Rev. Danny Georges officiating

Interment: 11 a.m. Wednesday Bakers Forge Cemetery

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

Kelly Loyd Fowler Sr., age 75 of Clinton, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2011 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Kelly was born February 15, 1936 to the late Harry and Alta Speer Fowler. He enjoyed watching TV, and working on crossword puzzles. Kelly was a retired truck driver for Carter Express.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters: Jessie Fowler, Margie Rhodes, Margaret Davis, Maxie Bryant, and brothers: Kermit Fowler, and Clifford Fowler.
Survivors
Wife                            Mary Lou Fowler                                           Clinton
Sons                           Kelly L. Fowler Jr.                                          Missouri
                                    Karl L. Fowler                                                Indiana
                                    Kurtis L. Fowler                                             Indiana
                                    Kerry L. Fowler                                              Texas
Step sons                   Rick Shultz & wife Shona                             Lake City
                                 Kent Shultz                                                        Clinton
Brothers                     Kenneth Fowler                                             Missouri
                                    Kirby Fowler                                                  Missouri
Grandchildren #8
Great- Grandchildren #10
And a host of many other relatives and friends
Visitation: 1:00 – 3:00 PM Sunday, November 13, 2011 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home.
Funeral Service:  3:00 PM Sunday, November 13, 2011 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Keith Tillman and Rev. Larry Webster officiating.
You can also view Kelly’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com 
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN in charge of arrangements.