Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rocky Top & Anderson County, TN.

Shelia Sue Ford

Shelia Sue Ford

Jul 10, 2026

Sheila Sue Ford, age 76, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026 at River Grove Health where she had resided for several years under the wonderful and dedicated staff which we can not thank enough for caring for and loving her. Born on April 4, 1950, in Briceville, Tennessee, Sheila was the beloved daughter of the late Bonnie Beatrice Mayes...

Linda Darlene Brooks

Linda Darlene Brooks

Jul 6, 2026

Linda Darlene Brooks, age 67 passed away at her home in LaFollette, Tennessee. Linda was born September 20, 1958 in Cumberland, KY.

She met and married the love of her life Roger and together they shared 47 wonderful years together. She found great joy in spending

time outdoors, especially fishing, relaxing on the lake, and searching for arrowheads. Linda also had a...

Elizabeth Josephine Setser

Elizabeth Josephine Setser

Jul 6, 2026

Elizabeth Josephine Setser age 76 passed away July 6, 2026 in LaFollette , Tennessee Elizabeth was born June 10, 1950 in Knoxville, was a member of Hillvale Baptist Church. She was born on June 10, 1950 to the late Clarence Yardley and Elizabeth Links. Elizabeth loved dancing, shopping and most of all loved Grandkids and Great Grandkids very much. She is...

Ernest Lee Hawkins

Ernest Lee Hawkins

Jul 6, 2026

Ernest Lee Hawkins, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at Renaissance Terrace in Harriman, Tennessee. 

Earnest was of the Baptist faith and found great comfort in his relationship with God. He was often heard filling the halls of Renaissance Terrace with the beloved hymn “Amazing Grace,” bringing comfort and joy to those around him.

He had a deep love...

Pamela Kay Roach

Pamela Kay Roach

Jul 5, 2026

Pamela Kay Roach age 84,  of Dayton, Ohio formally of Lake City, passed away July 5, 2026. Pamela was born August 13, 1941 to the late Charles and Gladys Wolfe Weber . She is preceded by her Parents, Husband Bill Roach, daughter Debbie Shaver.

Pamela's internment will be announced at a later date.

John Joseph Payne

John Joseph Payne

Jul 4, 2026

John Joseph Payne age 64, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July, 4, 2026, at his residence.  He was of the Baptist faith. He was an avid sports fan, whom loved football, animals, and watching deer. John is loved by a host of family and friends. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date when times are set....

Jonathan "Johnny" Dale Phillips

Jonathan "Johnny" Dale Phillips

Jul 3, 2026

Jonathan Dale Phillips, of Rocky Top, Tennessee, passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 54. He was born on October 18, 1971.

Jonathan was preceded in death by his parents, Roger Dale Phillips and Teresa Ann Pedofield.

He is survived by his children, Destiny and Ethan; his loving siblings, Rochelle Phillips and Justin Phillips. He shared a special bond...

Hubert Edward "Eddie" Harmon Jr.

Hubert Edward "Eddie" Harmon Jr.

Jun 22, 2026

Hubert Edward Harmon, Jr., known to family and friends as Eddie, passed away suddenly at home on June 22nd, 2026 at age 65.

Eddie was born December 29th, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois to Hubert and Betty Harmon. He grew up in Highland, Indiana before he and his family moved to Clinton, Tennessee in 1970. Eddie attended Medford School, where he played...

Fred "Bugs" Junior Wilson

Fred "Bugs" Junior Wilson

Jun 21, 2026

Fred "Bugs" Junior Wilson, age 65, of Rocky Top, TN, passed away on June 21, 2026, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN, surrounded by loved ones.

Fred was born on November 02, 1960, to the late Mike Wilson and Verdie Duncan Wilson. Fred was of the Baptist faith, and a member at Oak Grove Baptist Church. He loved...

Billie Carter

Billie Carter

Jun 17, 2026

Billie Carter, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on June 17, 2026 at her residence. Billie was born May 18, 1952 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late William Pruitt and Clotene Morgan. Billie worked at Modine Manufacturing for many years. Billie was a biker lady. She loved diamond art. She had a love for all plants including her very...

Susan Lawson

Susan Lawson

Jun 13, 2026

Susan Peed Lawson

Oct 22 1952 - June 12, 2026

Susan Peed Lawson (73) passed away on June 12, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She went to be with the Lord and her husband peacefully in her sleep. She was originally from Jeffersonville, Indiana and was a graduate of Indiana University. After leaving Indiana University, she moved to Orlando, Florida...

Charles Rondal Davis Sr

Charles Rondal Davis Sr

Jun 4, 2026

Charles Rondal Davis, Sr., son of John and Angeline (Carroll) Davis, was born on May 24, 1951, in New River, Tennessee. He was called home to be with the Lord on June 4, 2026, at his residence in Chattanooga, Tennessee after years of battling cancer. The moment his final breath left his earthly body, he received his glorious heavenly body.

Charles...

Zella Lucille Brady

Zella Lucille Brady

Jun 2, 2026

Zella Lucille Brady, age 92, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on June 2, 2026 at The Lantern at Moring Pointe in Clinton. She was born on February 23, 1934 in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Milas and Minnie Sharp. She was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church for many years. She retired from Modine manufacturing company. She is...

Shasta Dawn (Duncan) York

Shasta Dawn (Duncan) York

May 23, 2026

Shasta Dawn (Duncan) York

October 06, 1977 -  May 23, 2026

Shasta Dawn Duncan York (48) of Harriman, Tenn., passed away on 5-23-2026 at her home with her beloved pets by her side. She loved both of her dogs, Bob and Marley. They were special companions for her. Shasta Dawn was born on Oct 6, 1977, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak...

Lenard Joseph Greenlee

Lenard Joseph Greenlee

May 19, 2026

Lenard "Joe" Joseph Greenlee, age 76, of Andersonville, TN, went home to be with his Lord and savior on May 19, 2026. Lenard was born on October 25, 1949, in Knoxville, TN. He was of the Baptist faith.

Joe retired from Boeing after 25 years of service. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing, vacations at the beach, and spending time with his family...

Thomas Franklin Bullock

Thomas Franklin Bullock

May 18, 2026

Thomas Franklin Bullock, age 74 of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on May 18, 2026 at the LaFollette Medical Center. Thomas was born November 1, 1951 in Lake City, Tennessee to the late George Bullock and Frankie McCartt Bullock. Thomas was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church. He loved to go to church, play guitar, his cat, Theo, spending...

Ira Dale Williams

Ira Dale Williams

May 17, 2026

Ira Dale Williams, age 92, of Lake City, Tennessee, passed away on May 17, 2026 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Ira was born April 18, 1934 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late Joseph and Willie Jo Vandergriff Williams. Ira was a member of Blowing Springs Baptist Church in Clinton. Ira loved fishing, collecting knives, bird watching,...

Walter Thomas "Buck" Hatmaker Sr.

Walter Thomas "Buck" Hatmaker Sr.

May 16, 2026

Walter "Buck" Thomas Hatmaker Sr., age 82 of Rocky Top, Tennessee passed away on May 16, 2026 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Buck was born March 28, 1944 in New River, Tennessee to the late Isaac Thomas Hatmaker and Edna Mae Elliott Hatmaker. Buck enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing card games with his wife, especially Rummy, but most...

Linda Lou Pittman

Linda Lou Pittman

May 15, 2026

Linda Lou Pittman, age 88, of Knoxville, Tennessee went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 15, 2026 at her home. Linda was born on April 12, 1938 in Shields, Kentucky to the late James Albert Lively and Lula Jarvis Lively. She worked for the Columbus Public School for years. Linda was a member of Faith Way Baptist...

Donna Kelley Duncan

Donna Kelley Duncan

May 15, 2026

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend

In Loving Memory of Donna Kelley Duncan

Donna Kelley Duncan, age 83, of Rocky Top, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 15, 2026. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 17, 1943, Donna was the daughter of Marian and Elvis Kelley. She leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love, kindness, and...