Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rocky Top & Anderson County, TN.

Tommy Lee Cox

Tommy Lee Cox

Jul 31, 2026

Tommy Lee Cox, age 72, of Fratersville, Tennessee passed away on July 31, 2026 at the Life Care Center of Jefferson City, where he had been under the care of and living with his son, Chris, for several months. Tommy was born in the Fratersville Community on August 21, 1953 to the late Esco and Betty Chamblee Cox. Tommy had...

Mildred Grace Ohmstede

Mildred Grace Ohmstede

Jul 28, 2026

Mildred “Grace” McMahan Ohmstede of Maryville, TN passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at the age of 89.

Grace was born on June 6, 1937 in Briceville, TN. She was happily married to Ray Ohmstede for 60+ years. He was the love of her life. Grace was raised in Briceville, the sixth of...

Gordon Clifton Owen

Gordon Clifton Owen

Jul 24, 2026

Gordon Clifton Owen age, 74, of Lake City, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Tennova Hospital of Turkey Creek. Gordon was born October 10, 1951 in Atlanta, GA, to the late William Owen and Edrene Mashburn. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Clear Branch Baptist Church. Gordon loved gardening, trout fishing, and hunting. Gordon is...

Charles Glenn Carden

Charles Glenn Carden

Jul 22, 2026

Charles Glenn Carden, born on March 26, 1934, to the late James and Edna Viles Carden, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Powell, TN.

At the age of 16, Glenn joined the U.S. Army and served honorably before being discharged. Following his military service, he worked as a tax assessor for the U.S. government, a career that allowed him to...

Robert Lee Powers

Robert Lee Powers

Jul 18, 2026

Robert Lee PowersJune 11, 1959 – July 18, 2026



Robert, known as Bobby to many, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Raised in East Tennessee, he was a graduate of Halls High School, Class of 1978. He later earned his nursing degree from The University of Tennessee in 1996.



As a devoted nurse, Robert dedicated his career to helping...

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...