Lillian Ruth Harness Sharp, age 86 of Clinton, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 17, 2012. She was born October 18, 1925, in Harlan County, Kentucky to the late James Earl and Ester Sharp Harness. Lillian was a member of Mountain View Missionary Baptist Church. She loved fishing, going to yard sales, and spending time with her beloved family and friends. In addition to her parents, Lillian is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Arnold Sharp, and her brother, Charles Harness.

Survivors:  

Son                                         Rev. Kenny Sharp & Wife Debbie                          Lake City

Daughter                                Doris Ann Sharp                                                       Clinton

Brothers                                 James “Jr” Harness                                                  Lake City

                                                Leonard Harness & Wife Juanita                            Cleveland

Sister                                      Lorene Robbins                                                        Clinton

Grandchildren                        Jason Eric Sharp & Wife Tonya                              Lake City

Great Grandchildren Matthew Hunter Sharp

                                                Morgan Elizabeth Sharp

And a host of other relatives and friends

Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenny Sharp and Rev. David Walker officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at 1:30 PM on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in funeral procession to Leach Cemetery in Lake City for a 2:00 PM Burial.

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

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

Mary Sue Smith

Mary Sue Smith, age 72 of Lake City, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. She was born July 1, 1940 in Hamblen County, Tennessee to the late Clarence and Verna Ruth Haun Ketner. Mary was a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church. She loved sewing, working outside with her flowers, arts and crafts. Mary also loved spending time with her family and friends, and going to church. In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her sisters Tonia Ketner, and Geraldine Adams, her grandson, Cody Phillips, and her special friend, Betty Armstrong.

Survivors:  

Husband of 55 Years            Paul “P.D.” Smith                                                      Lake City

Daughters                              Paula Guthrie and Husband Robert                        Clinton

                                                Pamela Phillips- David Phillips                               Clinton                                   

Sons                                       Rick Smith and Wife Sharon                                   Lake City

                                                Neal Smith                                                                 Lake City

                                                Matthew Smith and Wife Erica                                Lake City

Sisters                                    Jean Breazeale                                                         Oak Ridge

                                                Betty Taylor                                                                Clinton

Brother                                   Clarence Roscoe (Bud) Ketner                               Claxton

Grandchildren                        Jordon and Connor Smith

                                                Courtney, Rachel, and Jacob Guthrie

                                                Corbin and Briley Phillips

                                                Mattox and Miles Smith

Great Grandchildren Raylee Phillips

Morgan Phillips

And a host of other relatives and friends

The family would like to say a Special Thank You to Johnny Bullock and the Methodist Medical Critical Care Unit for all of the help they have provided.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:

Pine Hill Baptist Church  For the Community Park.  P.O. Box 637  Lake City, TN 37769

Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lynn Mowery and Rev. Charles Harness officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at 9:30 AM on Friday, September 21, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in funeral procession to the Pine Hill Cemetery in Lake City for a 10:00 AM Burial.

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

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

 Ethel Branam Smiddy, 80, of LaFollette, died September 15, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rubin Smiddy; parents, Floyd and Cora Branam; sister, Evelyn Smiddy and brothers, Vestel, Monroe, and Virgil Branam. Survivors Sons: Edward and wife Treena, Jacksboro; Danny and wife Sherry, LaFollette; Jason and Clarissa, Speedwell. Daughters: Deanna Bolton and husband Jerry, Lafollette; Betty Wagner and husband David, Raleigh, NC; Linda Campbell, LaFollette; Laura Wilson, LaFollette; Darlene Pebley and husband David, Speedwell; Sandra Wilson, Knoxville; and Pamela Smiddy, Jacksboro. Sisters: Lucille Sands and husband Jimmy and Joyce Bolton. 16 Grandchildren and 11 Great-grandchildren. Funeral Service 8 p.m. Monday, LaFollette Church of God Rev. Delmus Bruce, Rev. James Leach and Rev. Sonny Wilkes officiating Interment 11 a.m. Tuesday, Davis Cemetery Stinking Creek In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Association. 225 N. Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60601 Family will receive friends 6-8 Monday at LaFollette Church of God Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home.

Michael Justin Estep, 31, of Jacksboro passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2012.
Survived by his parents Gary & Rena (Henderson) Estep of Jacksboro, daughters Victoria Grace & Katelynn Michelle Estep, brothers Ricky Estep & Gary Estep, Jr., and sister Lisa Dawn Estep.
Services to be held in Virginia Beach at a later date.
Martin Wilson Funeral Home of LaFollette in charge of these arrangements. 

Mr. Ronald Lewis Byrd age 64 of LaFollette passed away Monday, September 17, 2012 at his home. Ronald was born December 20, 1947 in Campbell Co. He worked at Western Auto for many years and was owner and operator of Byrd’s Wrecker Service. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan Byrd and Cleda Byrd Sumner, step-father, Lauzy Sumner, grandparents, Herbert and Elmina Byrd.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 27 years, Pernie Byrd; Sons, Robert Nathaniel Byrd, and Ronnie Lewis Byrd, III, all of LaFollette; Step-son, Travis Stanley of Jacksboro; Sister and Brother-in-law, Helen Sue and Sterling Marlar, of LaFollette; Mother-in-law, Delphy Rutherford of Jellico; Several aunts, uncles, other relatives, and friends to mourn his passing.

Funeral Services Wednesday 7 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Simpson Sr. officiating. Family and friends will meet Thursday 11:15 A.M. at Walters Funeral Home and proceed to Campbell Memorial Gardens for 12 P.M. graveside services and interment. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 7 P.M. before services at Walters Funeral Home. Online condolences for Mr. Byrd may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net. Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Ronald Lewis Byrd.

Oliver Buck Daugherty, Sr.

Oliver (Buck) Daugherty, Sr., age 85, of LaFollette, passed away Friday, September 14, 2012 at his home. Member of Little White Oak Baptist Church, US Army WWII Veteran, Cold War Patriot , Avid Hunter, Knife Collector and Whittler. He was a retired construction worker at the Plants in Oak Ridge, and was a member of Labor Union 818. Preceded in death by Parents Hoyle & Laura Marlow Daugherty, Brothers Elmo & Garrett Daugherty, Sisters Wilsie Jo Moore, Jane Jones & Betty Taylor.

Survivors: Wife Roberta Dilbeck Daugherty

Daughters:   Charollette (Molly) & husband Terry Burlew, Lexington, KY

                  Frankie Baird, Duff   Kathy Woods, LaFollette & Fiancé Johnny Franklin

                  Son: Oliver Carl Daugherty, Jr., LaFollette

Grandchildren: Nicole DeZarn, Jimmy Rogers, Jr., Hunter Burlew, Miranda Heath & Megan Byrd    Great-grandchildren: Laura Elizabeth, Conner, Mylie, Isaac, Landon, & Jayden

Brother: Billy (Pete) & wife Barbara Daugherty

Sisters-in-law: Ann Daugherty & Charlene Evans

Host of Nieces & Nephew and many Friends

Funeral Service 2 p.m. Monday Little White Oak Baptist Church

Rev. Sonny Wilkes & Rev. Larry Kitts officiating The body will be taken to the church one hour before the service. Interment in Daugherty Cemetery with Military Honors by

American Legion Post 154.

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

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Ethel Branam Smiddy

Ethel Branam Smiddy, 80, of LaFollette, died September 15, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rubin Smiddy; parents, Floyd and Cora Branam; sister, Evelyn Smiddy and brothers, Vestel, Monroe, and Virgil Branam.

Survivors:

Sons:  Edward and wife Treena, Jacksboro; Danny and wife Sherry, LaFollette; Jason and Clarissa, Speedwell.

Daughters:  Deanna Bolton and husband Jerry, Lafollette; Betty Wagner and husband David, Raleigh, NC; Linda Campbell, LaFollette; Laura Wilson, LaFollette; Darlene Pebley and husband David, Speedwell; Sandra Wilson, Knoxville; and Pamela Smiddy, Jacksboro.

Sisters:  Lucille Sands and husband Jimmy and Joyce Bolton.

16 Grandchildren and 11 Great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.

225 N. Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60601

Funeral Service 8 p.m. Monday, LaFollette Church of God

Rev. Delmus Bruce, Rev. James Leach and Rev. Sonny Wilkes officiating

Interment 11 a.m. Tuesday, Davis Cemetery Stinking Creek

Family will receive friends 6-8 Monday at LaFollette Church of God

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home.

Martha Rose Smith McGhee

Martha Rose Smith McGhee, age 33 of Caryville, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2012. She was born September 17, 1978 in Knox County to the late Louis and Bonnie Isabell Smith. She loved her dog and spending time with family and friends. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by; Brothers, Buddy and Bobby Smith, Dewayne Isabell Smith, grandparents, Myrtle and Leonard Isabell.

Survivors:  

Husband                                 Larry McGhee Sr.                                          Lake City

Son                                         Zachery McGhee                              

Daughter                                Emily McGhee

Step-Son                                Larry McGhee Jr.                                         

Brother                                   Adam Smith and Starla                                White Oak

Sisters                                    Crystal Ward and Michael                            Caryville

                                                Melissa Fannin and Ricky Marlow              LaFollette

                                                April Smith                                                     Knoxville

Half Sisters                            Judy Jeffers                                                   LaFollette

                                                Pauline Albert                                                Caryville

                                                Linda Woodall                                               LaFollette

Nieces                                    Tara Smith, Samantha Marlow, Regina Bonsell, Staskysha Smith

Nephews                                Ricky Marlow, Jesse Fannin, Junior Ward

Many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and other family

Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 17, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 17, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bill Wilson and Rev. Kevin Dolin officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at 1:15 PM on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in funeral procession to Beech Grove Cemetery in Lake City for a 2:00 PM Burial.

You can also view her guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com 

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

Paul Edward Cross

Paul Edward Cross, age 68, of LaFollette passed away Friday, September 14, 2012.  Member of CaryvilleFirst Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by father, Arvel (Darb) Cross; father & mother-in-law, Fred & Dorothy Foster.

Survivors:

Wife:  Gayle (Foster) Cross

Step Daughter:  Angela Thacker Kirkland

Step Son:  James Thacker

Granddaughter:  Taylor Danyel Kirkland

Mother:  Minnie Cross, Jacksboro

Sister:  Wanda & Johnny Joe Dower, Jacksboro

Brothers: Donald Ray & Margaret Cross, Jacksboro

                Jerry & Brenda Cross, Caryville

                Jackie & Jeannie Cross, Jacksboro

                Greg & Rhonda Cross, Jacksboro

Sisters-in-law:  Sharon & Ronnie Sharp, Knoxville

                         Jane Brown, Dayton, Ohio

                         Jean Anne & Kelly Hall, Orlando, Fla

                         Eudena & Lynn Horton, Hardy, Ak

Brothers-in-law: Ralph Hatfield, Ohio

                           Starlyn Foster, Caryville

Several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends

Funeral Services 8 PM Sunday Caryville First Baptist Church

Rev. Wes Mattie officiating

Interment 11 AM Monday Campbell MemorialGardens

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Campbell County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 122, Jacksboro, Tennessee  37757

Family will receive friends 6 PM to 8 PM Sunday atCaryville First Baptist Church 

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home, LaFollette

Jesse David Jake Albright

Mr. Jesse David “Jake” Albright age 66 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, September 13, 2012 at Physicians Regional Medical Center in Knoxville.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.  Preceded in death by parents, Daniel and Isabell Mosier Albright, four brothers, one sister, great-nephew-his namesake, Jesse David Albright, age 4.

Survivors: Daughters, Melissa Albright of Caryville, Tammy Albright and Doug Davis, of LaFollette, Michelle Albright of LaFollette; Four Grandchildren, Michael Albright and Heather Campbell, of LaFollette, Adam Albright of LaFollette, Nathaniel Smith of Jacksboro, Shelby Davis of LaFollette; Two Great-granddaughters, Emily Grace and Kaylee Brooke Albright, of LaFollette; Four Sisters and one Brother; Special Nephew, Jim Albright of LaFollette; Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services Sunday 8 P.M. at Walters Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Danny Testo and Rev. Jackie Goins officiating.  Family and friends will meet Monday at 10:15 A.M. at Walters Funeral Home and proceed to Pond Cemetery for 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. Sunday before services at Walters Funeral Home.  Online condolences for Mr. Albright may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Jesse David “Jake” Albright.

Maurice Wayne Branscom

Maurice Wayne Branscom, age 82, of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, September 13, 2012. Member of Mount Paran Baptist Church. Preceded in death by wife, Pearl; daughter, Brenda Sue Trout; grandson, Brian Nagy

Survivors:

Daughters:   Judy Nagy

                    Sheila Wolf

14 Grandchildren

Niece:  Sue McCann

Funeral Services 12 Noon Saturday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. Ron Williams & Rev. Don Whiting officiating

Interment Greenhills Cemetery in Middlesboro, Ky

Family will receive friends 10 AM to 12 NOON Saturday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Nancy Higdon

Nancy Higdon, age 67 of Clinton, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2012. She was born on October 2, 1944 in New River to the late John and Angeline Carroll Davis.  Nancy attendedFratersville Baptist Church and enjoyed being on the internet and facebook. She also enjoyed sitting on the porch, and visiting with her family and friends. Her grandchildren were her life. In addition to her parents, Nancy is preceded in death by her husband, Frank James Higdon, son, Pete Higdon, one brother, and six sisters.

Survivors:

Son                                        Michael Ray Higdon                                                             Clinton

Daughter                              Donna Higdon                                                                       Clinton

Brothers                               Terry Davis                                                                            Lake City

                                               Benny Davis                                                                          Lake City

                                               Jimmy Davis                                                                          Clinton

                                               Charles Davis                                                                       Chattanooga

                                               Ranson Davis                                                                        Lake City

                                               Billy Davis                                                                              Lake City

                                               Johnny Davis                                                                         LakeCity                                           

Sister                                     Louise Nancy                                                             Signal Mountain

                                                Emma Norris                                                                         Crossville

                                                Virda Davis                                                                            Taylor, TX

                                                Shirley Childs                                                                        Knoxville

Grandchildren                     Blake Reed, Becky Higdon

                                                Douglas, Kyle, and Petey Clayton

2 Great Grandchildren
A Host of Other Relatives and Friends.

Visitation: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 16, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City,TN.

Funeral Service: 4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 16, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charlie Mac Marlow officiating.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at the Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, TN at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, September 17, 2012 for Nancy’s interment.

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

Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Paul Edward Terry

Paul Edward Terry, age 55 of Clairfield, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at his home.  Preceded in death by wife, Alma Terry, parents, Junior Bert Terry and Shelby Jean Bolton Terry, sisters, Jayne Love, and Dinah Baker. 

Survivors:  Sisters, Marjorie Rutherford of LaFollette and Delinda Conner of Benton, TN.  Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

he family has requested private services and interment.  Online condolences for Mr. Terry may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net.  Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Paul Edward Terry.

Robert Stanley Dunn, age 69 of Miami, FL formerly of Lake City, went to be with his Lord and Savior, whom he loved dearly, on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Memorial Pembroke Hospital in Pembroke Pines, Florida.  He was born on September 3, 1943 in Middlesboro, KY to the late John and Paralee Lane Dunn. Stanley was a former member of the Main Street Baptist Church of Lake City. Stanley enjoyed tinkering and working on engines, playing the trumpet, and helping his family and friends. He never met a stranger.

Survivors:

Wife                                        Camilla Dunn                                                             Miami, FL

Daughters                              Cheryl Lynn Stephens & Husband Randy              Claxton, TN

                                                Anita Sue Dunn                                                         Norris, TN

Sister                                      Dottie Dunn                                                               Lake City, TN

11 Grandchildren

Special Friends                     Charles Goins

                                                Ben Austin

                                                Ray Hassell

                                                David Wyatt  

A Host of Other Relatives and Friends.

Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2012 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City, TN.

Funeral Service: 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2012 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rick Teague officiating alongside with Stanley’s son-in-law, Randy Stephens, and grandson, Alex Stephens.

Interment: Friends and Family will meet at Hatmaker Funeral Home at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 15, 2012 to go in procession to the Campbell Memorial Gardens in LaFollette, TN for Stanley’s 10:00 am interment.

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

Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Gerald L. Claiborne

Gerald L. Claiborne, age 68, of Jacksboro passed away Monday, September 10, 2012.

Member of Jacksboro United Methodist Church, but attended E. LaFollette Baptist Church.  A US Army veteran and member of Campbell Co. Masonic Lodge.  Preceded in death by parents, Albert & Mildred Jones Claiborne.

Survivors:

Daughter & Son-in-law:  Suzanne & Bobby Bryant, Greeneville

Son:  Darrell Claiborne, Jacksboro

Granddaughters:  Alicia & Amanda Bryant

Brother:  James Claiborne, Jacksboro

Special neighbors:  Sheryl & E. G.,  Kellie & Kristy Keen

His little dog Foxey

Funeral Services 8 PM Wednesday Cross-Smith Chapel

Rev. Greg Chandler officiating

Interment 11 AM Thursday Jacksboro Cemetery with Rev. Larry Russell

Honorary Pallbearers:  Burgin Wood, M.D.,  Johnny Franklin,

                                     Dave Pierce, LawrenceHembree

Pallbearers:  Jerry Sharp, E. G. Keen, Duane Tye,

                   Randy Spradlin, Jason Allen, Cody Ayers 

Military Honors will be given by Campbell County Honor Guard 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Campbell County Cancer Association; P.O. Box 122;Jacksboro, TN 37757

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

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arlie "Dock" Phillips

Arlie “Dock” Phillips age 83 of Caryville, passed away Saturday, September 8, 2012 at his home. He was a loving Husband,  Dad & Papaw. Retired coal miner of 43 years and member of U.M.W.A. Preceded in death by infant Daughter Joann Phillips, Grandsons Michael Berry and Jeffery Ward, Parents Matthew & Mattie Seiber Phillips, 4 Brothers & Sisters. 

Survivors: Loving wife of 64 years & 11 months: Veltina Tackett Phillips

Sons & Daughters-in-law: Don Phillips

                                           Jesse & Judy Phillips

                                           Kenneth & Loney Phillips, all of Caryville 

Daughters & Sons-in-law:  Pearl & Junior Ward, of Jacksboro

                                            Mary & Danny Berry

                                            Anita &  Dennie Gibson

                                            Rebecca & Matthew Ward

                                            Belinda & Junior Marlow, all of Caryville 

18 Grandchildren          18 Great-grandchildren         2 Great-great-grandchildren

Sister: Dicie Bunch, of Clinton 

A host of Nieces, Nephews, and Friends

Funeral Service 2 p.m. Wednesday Beech ForkBaptist Church 

Rev. Lee Phillips officiating     

Interment in Beech Fork Cemetery

Family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Betty Louise Wood, age 75, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2021 at UT Medical Center. She was a member at Cumberland View Baptist Church for 62 years. She was also a member of the Campbell County Teacher’s Association for 50 years. She taught at Oak Grove, Vasper, Pinecrest, and then Jacksboro Elementary. She was the church pianist since she was 15 years old and was a piano teacher. She was youth director with her husband John for 40+ years. She was also the Vice President of Farm Bureau.

Preceded in death by her parents Fred & Ruby May (Hatmaker) Wilson, brother Jim Wilson, and sister-in-law Ruth Wilson.

Survived by her husband of 50 years John D. Wood of Jacksboro, sister-in-law Janice Wilson of Jacksboro, brother Rev Bobby Ray Wilson & wife Rose Lynn of Maryville, brother-in-law Clayton Wood of Jacksboro, nieces & nephews Eric, LeAnne, Brandi, Chelsey, Alyssa, Samuel, & Reagan, as well as other special nieces & nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at the Cumberland View Baptist Church from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Funeral service will follow the visitation at 8:00 pm with Rev Bobby Ray Wilson officiating. Interment will be on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 11:00 am at the Cumberland View Cemetery.

Martin Wilson Funeral Home of LaFollette in charge of these arrangements.