Rosie Bell Wilder Ford McCarty, age 82, of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012.  Member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and will be missed and loved by all.  Preceded in death by husband, Clyde Edward McCarty, Sr.; daughter, Deborah Gentry Minton; parents, Herbert & Fannie Moore Ford; brother, Gilbert Moore.

Survivors:

Children:  Karen Lee Brock & husband Ronald

                Starla Michelle McCarty Orick & husband Craig

                Clyde Edward McCarty & wife Cathy

                Michael Edward McCarty & wife Natasha

                Clyde Edward McCarty III & fiancé Rachel Sheperd

Grandchildren:  James Jeffery Monday & wife Allison

                          Jennifer Mink & husband David

                          Becky Maiden

                          Brian Gentry

                          Trey Clemons

14 great grandchildren     3 step great grandchildren

Services 8 PM Thursday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. David Carroll and Rev. Doyle Huckaby officiating

Interment 2 PM Friday Sunrise Cemetery

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

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Virgil E. Chumley

Mr. Virgil E. Chumley age 74 of Harrogate passed away Monday, February 6, 2012 at North Knoxville Medical Center.  He was a member of Gap Creek Baptist Church, a Shriner, and a retired lumberman and truck driver.  Preceded in death by parents Otis and Ella Moyers Chumley, brothers, Roscoe and James Robert Chumley.

Survivors: Wife, Beverly Chumley of Harrogate; Children, Eleanor Childress and husband Terry, of Harrogate, Kathy Winn and husband Larry, of Port Huron, MI, and Rhonda Cordonier and husband David, of Colorado Springs, CO; Five Grandchildren; Two Great-grandchildren; Two Brothers, Eugene Chumley of Michigan, and Kelly Wayne Chumley of Harrogate.  Several other relatives and friends.

Services Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7 P.M. at Gap Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Burdette officiating.  The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to: Upward Sports Ministries, c/o Gap Creek Baptist Church, P.O. Box 177, Arthur, TN 37707.  Online condolences for Mr. Chumley may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Virgil E. Chumley.

Jack Lynn Jones

Jack Lynn Jones, age 56, of Lake City, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at the University of Kentucky Hospice. Jack was born on March 5, 1955 in Middlesboro, Kentucky to the late Bobby Jewell and Betty Jo Heath Jones. Jack was of the Baptist faith. He loved UT football, NASCAR, and being out on the lake. In addition to his parents, Jack is preceded in death by: his daughter, Lora Crabtree, his stepson Rodney Dennis II, and his sister, Brenda Whitaker.

Survivors:

Step Daughters         Jenny Thompson Byrd & Husband Shawn             North Carolina

                                    Olivia Dennis Floyd & Husband Andrew                            North Carolina

Brother                       Johnny Jones                                                             Lake City, TN

Sister                          Linda Monroe & Husband Bill

Grandchildren            Zoe Crabtree                                                                         Cincinnati, OH

                                    Nate and Wife Isabel Newby                                               McMinnville, TN

                                    Toni and Wife Krystal                                                           North Carolina

Visitation : 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Saturday, February 18, 2012 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Memorial Service: 11:00 AM Saturday, February 18, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel.

You may also view Jack’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

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

Mary Ruth Siler

Mary Ruth Siler, age 77, of Knoxville went to be with our Lord on February 5, 2012.

She was a member of Faith & Hope Baptist Church of Knoxville. Her favorite hobbies were painting, crossword puzzles, and gardening in her flowers. She loved her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother James Calvin & Mabel Daugherty Shown, husband Joseph Andrew Siler, Jr. and son James Calvin Hutchison.

She is survived by her daughters and son-in-laws Vickie & Dewey Loveday, Janice Glover, Nora & Ronnie Lindsay, Susie & Ronnie McGaha, and Tammy & Ronnie Coker, sons and daughter-in-laws Eddie & Carlene Hutchison and Joey & Beth Siler, 24 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren, brother Thomas Shown of Knoxville, several nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 8, 2012 in the Martin Wilson Chapel with Pastor Donnie Woods and Rev Gary Swaggerty officiating. Interment will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2012 in the Indian Creek Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be son-in-laws and grandsons.

Martin Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Ms. Siler’s guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Raymond TC Adkins 

Raymond TC Adkins, age 52, of Jacksboro passed away on Friday, February 3, 2012. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Cleveland. He was a very loving husband, brother, and best friend. He cherished his wife and family. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and spending time with his wife and family.

He was preceded in death by his father Coy L. Adkins and his mother Thelma V. Adkins.

He is survived by his loving wife Denisa of Jacksboro, sisters Susan Richardson and husband Larry of Franklin, GA, Connie Brostoki of Franklin, GA, Lynn Cannon and husband Leroy of West Palm Beach, FL, Paula Carter of Palm Beach, FL, and Bobbie Carter and husband Billy of West Palm Beach, FL.

A memorial service to celebrate Raymond’s life will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2012 in the Martin Wilson Chapel. Interment will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February, 10 2012 in the Powell Valley 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.

Mr. Adkins’ guest book can be viewed at www.martinwilsonfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Henrietta Thomas age 68 of LaFollette passed away Monday, February 6, 2012, at her home.  She was a member of West Walden Church of God.  Preceded in death by granddaughter, Elizabeth Murphy, parents, Millard and Mae Jackson Frazier, sisters, Rachael Hampshire, Shelia Jaynes, Rosie Lovette, and Joyce Sowders, brothers, Lunice, Freddie, Murphy, and Millard Lee Frazier.

Survivors: Husband, Robert L. Thomas of LaFollette; Daughter, Mary Mae Murphy of LaFollette; Grandchildren, Stephanie, Tiffany, and Amber Murphy, and Monica Mullins, all of LaFollette; Sisters, Etta Mae Partin of LaFollette, Princess Stewart of Washington State, Reda Jaynes of Georgia, Janie Frazier of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Tommie Sue Thomas of Indiana; Brother, Walter Frazier of Michigan.  Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Service Tuesday 8 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jasper Walden officiating. Interment Memorial Gardens, Dalton, GA.  The family will receive friends from 1 to 8 P.M. Tuesday before funeral services at Walters Funeral Home.  Online condolences for Mrs. Thomas may be made atwww.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Henrietta Thomas.

Dean Wells

Mrs. Dean Wells age 95 of Speedwell passed away Monday, February 6, 2012 at LaFollette MedicalCenter.  She was a member of Well Springs United Methodist Church, and was a retired Nutritionist with the U.T. Extension Office.  She was preceded in death by husband, Hope. C. Wells.

Survivors: Sons, Freddie H. Wells and wife Debbie, of Speedwell, Aubrey Wayne Wells and wife Judy, of Speedwell, and Billy Hope Wells of LaFollette; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services Wednesday 8 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Mullins officiating.  Family and friends will meet Thursday 10 A.M. at Walters Funeral Home and proceed to FincastleCemetery for graveside services and interment. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M. Wednesday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to: Well Springs United Methodist Church, 168 Well Road, LaFollette, TN 37766.  Online condolences for Mrs. Wells may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Dean Wells.

Mary Babb

Mary Babb, age 91 of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012. She was a member of ForksGrove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by Parents Thomas Elmer & Ethel Dossett Babb, Sister Opal Poston & Brothers James Elmer Babb & 2 Infants.

Survivors: Sister: Thelma Babb

Nieces & Nephews: Audrey Lamb, of Limestone Betty Daugherty, Caryville Barbara Lay, Donnnie & Ronnie Poston, LaFollette                                                    

Graveside service & interment 11 a.m. Tuesday Victory Cemetery

Rev. Ronnie Poston officiating

Arrangements by Cross – Smith Funeral Home, LaFollette

Maxine Doepel

Maxine Doepel, age 72, of LaFollette, passed away Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at Methodist Medical Center inOak Ridge. She was of the Baptist Faith.

Preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Dean Doepel; her great-grandson, Hunter Dean Doepel Jenkins; one sister & two brothers.

She is survived by her sons Larry Doepel & his wife, Edie Tim Doepel and his wife Doris, all of LaFollette

6 grandchildren: Diana Warren, Daniel Doepel and wife, Courtney, Brandon Allen, Bailey and BlaineDoepel, all of LaFollette, and Eric Doepel of Johnson City, 4 great-grandchildren, Keenan, Kristina, Kye & Kassidi, all of LaFollette

Sisters: Dorthea and Pauline, both of Dayton, Ohio and a host of family and friends, too numerous to mention.

A graveside service for family and friends will be held Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at PowellValley Cemetery.  

Arrangements by Cross - Smith Funeral Home of LaFollette

Billie E. Davis

Billie E. Davis, age 77, of LaFollette passed away Monday, February 06, 2012.  He was of the Baptist faith and a US Marine and Korean War veteran.  He loved fishing and hanging out with friends and was a lifetime member of the American Legion and Eagles Club.

Preceded in death by wife, Norma Lee Davis; parents, Walter & Annie Davis; brother, Jack Davis.

Survivors:

Daughters:  Susan Andrew & husband Virgil, Clinton

                   Teresa Davis, LaFollette

Sons:   Allen Davis, Jacksboro

                  Joshua Ferre, Jacksboro

Grandchildren:  Billy H. Davis, LaFollette

                          Heather Smith, Clinton

                          Lindsey Andrews, Clinton

                          Brian Davis, LaFollette

                          Jimmy Lee Davis, LaFollette

Services 8 PM Wednesday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. Billy Smith officiating

Interment 11 AM Thursday Bakers Forge Cemetery

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

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Roy Lewis Seeber

Roy Lewis Seeber, age 69, of Clinton, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at his residence.  Roywas born on February 7, 1942 in Anderson County to the late Earl and Susie Phillips Seeber. Roy was a Deacon at the Moran Missionary Baptist Church. He loved restoring antique cars, and spending time with family and friends. In addition to his parents, Roy is preceded in death by his wife Mildred Smith Seeber, and brother Clyde Phillips.

Survivors:

Son                             Roy Brian Seeber                                                     Clinton

Daughters                  Angie Silva                                                                Clinton

                                    Marcy Bunch                                                              Clinton

Sister                          Ann Townsend and Husband Mike             Oliver Springs

Grandchildren            Brittany and Ashley Seeber

                                    Brittni and Alisha Silva

                                    Cody and Dakota Bunch

                                    Trinity Dockery

Visitation : 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 8:00 PM Tuesday, February 7, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Parrott, and Rev. Mark Acres officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at the Poplar Creek in Clinton at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 for Roy’s burial with military honors by the Campbell County Honor Guard.

You may also view Roy’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

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

Maxine Doepel Maxine Doepel Maxine Doepel, age 72, of LaFollette passed away Friday, February 3, 2012. Arrangements are incomplete at this time but will be announced when they are finalized

Donald R. Wilson, age 62, of Caryville passed away Monday, January 30, 2012.  He was a retired home builder.  Preceded in death by parents, Ed & Winnie Mae Sutton Wilson; sisters, Shirley Ballinger, Janice Wilson, Azalee Sneed, Annalee Paul, Cathy Yvonne & Frankie Wilson; brother, Gary Wilson Survivors: Wife:  Nancy Wilson Daughter:  Denise Chambers, Roanoke, Va. Son:  Jonathan Wilson, Cincinnati, Oh Grandchildren:  Madison Chambers, Courtney Chambers, Carlie Wilson Brother:  James Wilson                Ray Wilson Sister:  Carolyn Foust Services 2 PM Saturday Cross-Smith Chapel Rev. James Wilson officiating Family will receive friends 6 to 8 PM Friday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Custer Eugene "Gene" Braden Custer Eugene "Gene" Braden Custer Eugene “Gene” Braden, age 83, of Speedwell passed away Monday, January 30, 2012.  He was of the Baptist faith.  Preceded in death by parents, Lauda & Matilda Smith Braden. Survivors: Daughters:  JoAnn Carpenter, Ohio                    Danielle Braden, Jacksboro Sons:  Steve Braden            Kevin Braden            Doug Braden, all of Ohio 7 Grandchildren         3 Great-grandchildren Sisters:  Lorraine Monday, Michigan               Pauline Owens, Ohio               Jimmie Edwards, Speedwell Several Nieces & Nephews Services 8 PM Thursday Cross-Smith Chapel Elder J. C. Monday and Rev. Bill Braden officiating Interment 11 AM Friday at Braden’s Cemetery Family will receive friends 6 – 8 PM Thursday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home, LaFollette

Dexter Jones, age 50 of Georgia formerly of Wartburg, TN went home to be with the Lord on January 25, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Jones, mother, Edith Hopkins, brother, Donnie Jones and aunt, Daisie Laymance.

Mr. Jones is survived by Sisters: Shirley Cochran of Wartburg and Wanda O’Dell of Lafollette, Brothers: Dennis Jones of Wartburg and Danny Jones of Georgia, A host of nieces, nephews, friends and a very special friend Mike Everson.

The family will receive friends Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 6:00 until 8:00p.m. Funeral services will follow at 8:00p.m. with Bro. Eugene Chaney officiating. A graveside service will be held at Union Cemetery, Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 2:00p.m. SCHUBERT FUNERAL HOME of Wartburg, TN is in charge of arrangements.  This obituary notice courtesy of Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette.