Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rocky Top & Anderson County, TN.

Martha Ann Massey

Martha Ann Massey

Jun 19, 2022

Martha Ann Massey, 65, of Knoxville passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 19, 2022. “A wife, a mother, and mamaw too, a legacy of love we have from you”. She was preceded in death by her father James Wilson; mother Betty Wilson; siblings: James Wilson, Robert Wilson, and Susie McNabb. Survived by her husband Herman “Danny” Massey; sons “Rick”...

Geraldine Snow

Geraldine Snow

Jun 19, 2022

Geraldine Snow, age 83 of Heiskell, TN passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022 at her residence. She was born April 29, 1939 in LaFollette, TN to the late Delmar Clyde and Mable Hatmaker Reed. She was a member of the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Geraldine enjoyed gardening, camping and spending time with her family.  In addition to her parents...

Kevin Lee Poore

Kevin Lee Poore

Jun 18, 2022

Kevin Lee Poore passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2022 at the age of 45. He was born on October 4, 1976. We mourn the loss of a loving father, son, brother, and friend. Our hearts are terribly broken, losing Kevin so soon. Kevin worked most of his life as an expert welder and jack of all trades. He...

Roger Alan Braden

Roger Alan Braden

Jun 17, 2022

Roger Alan Braden, age 55 of Lake City, passed away Friday, June 17, 2022.  He was born July 8, 1966 in Oak Ridge, TN. Alan is preceded in death by his daughter, Tiffany Braden and brother, Charles T. Braden.

Survivors include: Parents, William and Betty Braden of Rocky Top, estranged wife, Ann Braden of Rocky Top, Fiance,...

Vickie Lynn Hickson

Vickie Lynn Hickson

Jun 16, 2022

Vickie Lynn Hickson, age 64, of Lake City, passed away on June 16, 2022 at Oak Ridge Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, TN.  Vickie was born to Alvin Hickson and Irene Long in Springfield, IL on October 4, 1957.  She loved Elvis and horses.  Vickie is preceded in death by her parents and aunt Linda.  She is survived by...

Norma Jean Hester

Norma Jean Hester

Jun 13, 2022

Norma Jean Hester age 71, of Lake City, passed away on June 13, 2022 at the North Knoxville Medical Center of Powell, TN. She was born on April 21, 1951 to the late Clifford Hester and Anna Belle White. Norma is of the Baptist faith and a member of Laurel Branch Baptist Church. She loved taking care of her...

Kenneth Floyd Kesterson

Kenneth Floyd Kesterson

Jun 12, 2022

Kenneth Floyd Kesterson I, 82, of Lake City passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was a pillar of the Medford community, and devoted his life to his family and work. He worked at Y-12 for 30+ years, and then retired only to continue working full time at his mechanic garage Ken's Parts and Equipment until...

James Keith Goins

James Keith Goins

May 27, 2022

James "Keith" Goins age 59 of Clinton, TN went to meet his lord and savior on May 27, 2022 at Tennova North. Keith grew up in Lake City, and graduated from Anderson County High School. He was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church where he accepted the lord at an early age. He was lovingly known as "Preacher...

James "Jim" Robert Novotny

James "Jim" Robert Novotny

May 21, 2022

James "Jim" Robert Novotny, age 69, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Jim was born August 15, 1952 in Dickinson, North Dakota to the late Louis and Martha Kostolecke Novotny. He was a truck driver for LandAir. Jim loved motorcycles and was an avid "Harley Man"....

Meryl Burress

Meryl Burress

May 8, 2022

Meryl (Rookard) Burress, age 70, peacefully entered Heaven's gates on May 8, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Meryl was always a faithful servant for her Lord and Savior, and a dedicated worker in her church. She retired with a masters degree after serving 30 years with the...

Diane Arlene Haun

Diane Arlene Haun

May 7, 2022

Diane Arlene Haun went to be with Jesus on May 7th, 2022 at 2:00 am. at her home on Old Lake City Hwy.   She was born Feb 5, 1943 to J.C. & Ellen Patterson.  She was the oldest of four children.  She is preceded in death by her first husband, Arthur Thomas Sharp, in 1972 and her second husband,...

Paul Darris Daniels

Paul Darris Daniels

May 3, 2022

Paul Darris Daniels, age 61, passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Paul was born September 6, 1960 in Clinton, Tennessee to the late Harvey Denton Daniels and Hada Vada Nard Daniels. Paul served in the US Army and was a member of the Briceville Church of God. He was a...

Janice Marie Daugherty

Janice Marie Daugherty

May 1, 2022

Janice Marie Daugherty, age 70, of LaFollette, Tennessee passed away on May 1, 2022 at the North Knoxville Medical Center of Powell. She was born on June 9, 1951 in New River, Tennessee to the late Ellis Carrol and Ruby Patterson. She attended Mountain Assembly Church of God. Janice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and she enjoyed going...

Charles Earnest Ward

Charles Earnest Ward

Apr 28, 2022

Charles Earnest Ward passed away on April 28, 2022.  Charles was a friend to many and a former marine. He was tough as nails and hard headed like a bull, but was respected by a lot who knew him. He will be missed but never forgotten. He is preceded in death by Anthony Skyler Ward.

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Donald Ray Shumaker

Donald Ray Shumaker

Apr 27, 2022

Donald Ray Shumaker, age 64, passed away at his home in Lake City on Thursday, April 27, 2022.  Ray had been a resident of Lake City most of his life.  Ray loved being a truck driver, traveling across the country and meeting people, he never met a stranger.  He was born on May 7, 1957 in Anderson County to...

Leroy Phillips

Leroy Phillips

Apr 24, 2022

Leroy Phillips, age 80, of Lake City, Tennessee passed away on April 24, 2022 at the Norris Health and Rehab Center. Leroy was born March 2, 1942 in Anderson County, Tennessee to the late Lewis and Edith Phillips. He loved fishing and watching NASCAR. He also loved reading his Bible and telling everyone about Jesus. He also loved spending...

Clara Bell Golden

Clara Bell Golden

Apr 22, 2022

Clara Bell Golden age 75, of Lake City, went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 22, 2022, as she was surrounded by her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grand children. Clara was loved by all whom knew her. Her favorite past time was  sewing and sitting on the front porch swing singing gospel songs. She loved her...

David Tommy Davis, Jr.

David Tommy Davis, Jr.

Apr 21, 2022

David Thomas "Tommy" Davis Jr., age 36, passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

He is survived by his

Father: David Davis Sr. and wife Joy

A host of family and friends that mourn his passing.

Visitation:  5-7PM, Thursday, April 28, 2022, Hatmaker Funeral Home

Service: ...

Anna Rae (Duff)  Shipley

Anna Rae (Duff) Shipley

Apr 18, 2022

Anna Rae Shipley, age 90 of Lake City passed away April 18, 2022. She was born November 10, 1931 in Lake City, TN to the late Glen and Flora Baird Duff.  Anna was a fierce lover of Jesus, her family and her church family. She was a caregiver and beloved by all who met her. Anna retired from Y-12...

Ralph Albert Collins

Ralph Albert Collins

Apr 16, 2022

Ralph Albert Collins, age 77, of Clinton passed away Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at home with his family after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was a U.S. Army veteran who loved to travel with his wife and family. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Clinton. Ralph is preceded in death by his parents,...