Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Rocky Top & Anderson County, TN.
Bonnie Kaye Shelton
Nov 2, 2026
Bonnie Kaye Shelton, born April 10, 1942, passed away on November 2, 2026.
Bonnie will be remembered as a woman of many gifts and generous service. She was a master gardener and an avid reader, and she shared her musical talent as a piano player at First Baptist Church. She also served her community as an election poll worker, mentored children...
Julia Anne Long
Nov 1, 2026
Julia Anne Long age 80, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. She was born on August 18, 1946, to Odis Smith and Cynthia Elizabeth Peterson Smith in Clinton, Tennessee. Julia worked for Anderson County Schools in food service. She was a member of First Dutch Valley Baptist Church where...
Nancy Sue Goodman
Oct 29, 2026
Nancy Sue Goodman, age 68, of Clinton, formerly of Lake City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on April 8, 1958, in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, to Robert Smith and Julie Seiber. Nancy was of the Baptist faith and a member of Lone Mountain Baptist Church. She cherished puzzle books,...
Janet Lee Harris Kiser
Oct 29, 2026
Janet Lee Harris Kiser
Mrs. Janet Lee Harris Kiser, age 89, of Lake City, Tennessee, entered her heavenly promise on October 29th, 2026, peacefully at home, joining her beloved Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and reuniting with the love of her life, Arthur Lee “Ott” Kiser.
Jan was born in Beech Grove, Tennessee, on February 24th, 1937, the daughter of the late...
James Willard Robinson
Oct 28, 2026
James Willard Robinson passed away on October 28, 2026, at the age of 61. He was born on November 26, 1964.
James will be remembered for the simple joys that meant so much to him. He loved watching TV and spending time with his family and friends. Those close to him knew the value he placed on being with the people...
Jerry Lynn Hatmaker
Oct 26, 2026
Jerry Lynn Hatmaker, of Briceville, passed away on October 26, 2026, at the age of 79. He was born on April 28, 1947, in Briceville.
Jerry served for several years in the Army. He was also a member of 1st Baptist Church of Briceville. In his free time, he loved fishing and collecting guns, interests that brought him enjoyment throughout his...
Paul Dennis Kennedy
Oct 23, 2026
Paul Dennis Kennedy, age 66, of Rocky Top, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was born on December 17, 1959, to Goldman Kennedy and Ethel Tackett. Paul was of the Baptist faith and a member of Community Baptist Church. He cherished hunting and fishing whenever possible.
Paul is preceded in death by...
Christopher Lee Bunch
Oct 22, 2026
Christopher Lee Bunch, age 40, of Rocky Top, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents Eddie and Denise Bunch, grandparents Arnold and Evelyn Bunch.
He is survived by his sister Krystle Bunch and her fiancé T.J. Druland of Caryville, niece Kendall Daughtery, nephew Jackson Druland, Fiancé Star Galasyn, and special friend Lisa Otto.
Visitation will...
Marilyn Sue Duncan Wills
Oct 15, 2026
Marilyn Sue "Mamaw" Duncan Wills, 77, passed away on October 15, 2026. Born on June 29, 1949, Marilyn was a woman whose presence was unmistakable—honest, delightfully nosey, and deeply woven into the lives of her loving family.
Marilyn was a homemaker. She also enjoyed bowling and was known as an amazing bowler, a talent that brought both fun and pride through...
William Clarence Harness
Oct 11, 2026
William Clarence (WC) Harness passed away at his home in Laurel Grove Tennessee on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the age of 86 years old.
His story began on July 20, 1940, when he was born to John and Dellie Harness. He was the sixth of nine (9) children.
With the exception of a few moves out of state for work, he...
Condy Steven McKamey
Oct 4, 2026
Condy Steven McKamey, age 73 of Rocky Top, Tennessee passed on October 4, 2026 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was born on September 11, 1953 in Briceville, Tennessee to the late Cleo McKamey Sr. and Creola May Green McKamey. Steve was a member of New Beginnings Baptist Church and loved fishing and spending time with his...
Zola Sue Lively Leach
Oct 4, 2026
Zola Sue Leach
September 15, 1938 - October 4, 2026
Zola "Sue" Lively Leach, age 88 of Rocky Top, entered her Heavenly Home on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Sue was born at home, in New River, Tennessee on September 15, 1938 to Guy and Winfrey Carroll Lively. Sue was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend to everyone blessed to know her....
James Styles
Sep 20, 2026
James Douglas “Doug” Styles
James Douglas “Doug” Styles, of Rocky Top, departed his earthly home on September 20, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, love, and memories that will continue to be shared by all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Doug never met a stranger. To know him was to love him. Whether you had known him for...
Charlotte Nadine Rose Klaus
Sep 11, 2026
Charlotte Nadine Rose Klaus, age 41 of Andersonville, Tennessee passed away on September 11, 2026 at the North Knoxville Medical Center of Powell. She was born May 7, 1985 to William Francis Klaus Jr and Janice Christine Murray Klaus. She was an avid UT Football fan and enjoyed going to UT Football games when she was able. She enjoyed playing...
Larry Joe Braden
Sep 8, 2026
Larry Joe Braden, age 75, of Lake City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He was born on December 6, 1950, in Lake City, Tennessee, to the late Noah Braden and Hazel Bunch. Larry Joe was a member of Laurel Grove Baptist Church, embracing his Baptist faith throughout his life.
A...
Bertha Sue Hollis
Sep 6, 2026
Bertha Sue Hollis, 80, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on September 6th, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Sue was born on March 15th, 1946, in Anderson County, Tennessee, and was raised in Briceville. While attending Lincoln Memorial University, Sue met the love of her life, James Hollis, who she went on to build a family with while she...
Jayson Eugene Webb
Aug 22, 2026
Jayson Eugene Webb, 44, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on August 22, 2026, doing what he loved. Born in South Fulton, Georgia, to David Wayne Webb Sr. and Patty Hackle Webb, Jayson was passionate about his motorcycle, shooting pool, and spending time with friends. He was preceded in death by his best friend, Brian. He is survived by his parents,...
Rickey Lee Phillips
Aug 19, 2026
Rickey Lee Phillips, age 64, of Rocky Top, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at his residence. Rickey was born February 27, 1962 in Lake City, Tennessee to the late Mary and Billy Ray Phillips. Richey was a member of Cumberland Mountain Baptist Church. He loved fishing, camping, cornbread, working on his vehicles, building "chimneys" with Allan the...
Jonathan Tyler Duncan
Aug 16, 2026
Jonathan Tyler Duncan, age 32, of Caryville, TN, passed away on August 16, 2026. He was a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was truly one of a kind and loved his family and friends fiercely.
He was born on May 10, 1994, to Tammy and Doug Duncan. To know Jonathan was to know a man with a bright...
Shirley Madeline Osborne
Aug 15, 2026
Shirley Madeline Osborne, age 78, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on August 15, 2026 surrounded by family. Shirley was born on April 08, 1948, in Plymouth, New York, to the late Arnold Ostrom and Myrtle Primmer Ostrom. She was of the Baptist faith and loved her family dearly.
She is proceeded in death by her parents, and her brothers Patrick Ostrom...
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