All Obituaries

Nora Mae Blevins Reynolds, age 86 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. Born in Scott County, TN on November 8, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Caney and Maudie Blevins Terry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband and the father of her children, Creed Ledford, Halk Smith, Earl Reynolds; brother, Theodore Terry; and sister, Dorothy Young. Mae is survived by daughters, Patricia Reynolds and...

Mary Newport, age 75 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019 at her home. Born in Scott County, TN on January 29, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Warren Norris and Magalene Smith Boles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughters, Keisha Briner and Patricia Newport and siblings, Escoe Norris, Stella Foster, Teddy Norris and Boyd Boles. Mary is survived by her children, Donald Dean and wife Kim Newport, Todd and wife Sarah Pokorny, Ronald...

Boyd (Buzz) Reed, age 94 of Oneida, TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 15, 2019.   He was preceded in death by his parents:  Millard and Marie Mays Reed; brothers:  Clifford Reed, Thurman Reed, Stanley Reed, and Clell Reed. Boyd is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years:  Louise Reed; son:  Kenneth David (Pam) Reed; step-son:  Bill (Susan) Dunlap; grandchildren:  Shane (Sara) Reed, Samantha (Michael) Cresap, Liana (Sean) Spradlin,...

Violet Cross, age 81, of Oneida, TN passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was born in Scott County, TN to the late George and Maude West Posey. She was a long-time member of New Salem United Baptist Church. She retired after twenty-eight years as a cafeteria cashier for the Oneida School System where she was loved by students and staff. Violet enjoyed singing, gardening and having manicures. In addition to her parents, she was...

Roel Terry, age of 65, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 at the Summit View Nursing Home in Rocky Top, TN.  Born December 2, 1953 in Scott County, TN, he was the son of the late Odell and Eva Ruth Robbins Terry. Graveside service will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in the Slick Rock Cemetery in Robbins, TN. Jones & Son Funeral Home is serving the family of Roel Terry.

Nikkia Rae “Nikki” Terry, age 32, of Knoxville, Tennessee formerly of Oneida, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge.  Nikki was born April 10, 1987, and was the daughter of Danny Ray “DT” Terry and the late Robin (White) Williams of Oneida.  In addition to her mother, she is also preceded in death by her uncle Junior Terry and special friend George Livingston. She is survived by her beautiful...

Gaither D. Goodman, age 64 of the Smoky Junction community passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Scott County, TN on May 21, 1955, he was the son of the late Claude and Audrey Goodman. He was a member of the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sylvia McQuown and father-in-law, Elden Cross. Gaither is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Connie Cross Goodman; sons,...

George Clifford Reel, 95 was born in Hamilton County, Tennessee to Minnie Leola Dagnan and George Washington Reel on September 24, 1923 and died September 5, 2019 in McMinnville, Tennessee. He served in Pearl Harbor and the South Pacific during WWII in the US Navy as a Pharmacist Mate First Class.  He graduated from Marion County High School and continued his education at Freed Hardeman College, Pepperdine College, Abilene Christian College (BA), and University of Tennessee Knoxville...

  Randy D. Cooper, age 61 of the Leatherwood Community of Oneida, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Everybody that knew Randy knew he loved the Lord and he is in Heaven rejoicing, waiting on all of his loved ones to join him.   Born on April 17, 1958, he was preceded in death by his step-father:  Conds Slaven; son:  Keven Darrow; and brother:  Rodney Cooper. Randy is survived by his wife:  Teresa Acres Cooper; daughters:  Trish Sexton...

John Robert Sexton Stephens, age 70 of Oneida, TN took his journey home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 2, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born on November 8, 1948 in Scott County, TN. He pastored the Heartland Full Gospel Church from 2003 to 2017 and sung with the New Jubilee’s. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Calvin and Minnie Stephens, Dan and Katherine Sexton; father, Homer Sexton; brother, Ray Sexton; brothers-in-law, Jerry Sills and Royce Caudill;...

Sandra Kay Schuerman, age 71 of Oneida, TN passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Born in Adrian, Michigan on June 25, 1948, she was the daughter of Robert and Delsie Keller. She enjoyed making greeting cards for family and friends and shopping on HSN. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert D. Keller; first husband, George T. Claxton; and second husband, Mike (General) Schuerman. Sandra is survived by her mother, Delsie Keller;...

Michael Wayne Clark, age 56 of Oneida, TN passed away at his home. Born in Oneida, TN on December 3, 1962, he was the son of Arnold and Wilma Clark. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth (Angie) Clark; his father, Arnold Clark; sisters, Linda Conner and Debbie Newport; brother-in-law, Jerry Newport; grandparents, Albert and Lila Wilson and Edgar and Minnie Clark. Michael is survived by his mother, Wilma Clark; nieces, Sarah Conner and Cheyenne Terry; two great nieces, Jerri Lin...

Irene Perkins Adkins, age 88 of Winfield, TN passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Huntsville Manor.  Born May 9, 1931 in Silerville, KY, she was the daughter of Carl and Della Stephens Perkins.   She was a member of the Clay Hill Baptist Church.  In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years:  Floyd Lee Adkins; beloved daughter:  Delores Ann Adkins Roark; grandson:  Dwayne (Junior) Adkins and Jason Lee Adkins;...

Beatrice Lewallen, age 86 of Robbins, TN passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at her home with her loving family by her side. Born in Fentress County, TN on July 1, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Warren Omar and Effie Collins Garrett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Lewallen, Jr; sons, Warren Eddie Lewallen, Gary David Lewallen, Dennis Lee Lewallen and William Roger Lewallen; granddaughter, Trisha Ann Lewallen; great-great...

Shirlene (Faye) Boyatt Hicks, age 76 of Oneida, TN passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on April 25, 1943 in Oneida, TN. She was a long-time member of Foster Cross Roads Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie E. and Lucy Jane Marcum Boyatt; brothers, Carl Boyatt, Clay (Jabe) Boyatt, James (Crick) Boyatt, Everett R. Boyatt, Archie Boyatt and baby Willie Boyatt; sisters, Kathleen (Kat) Boyatt Collins and Maggie...

Burglene Marcum Howell, age 82 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at her daughter’s residence in Knoxville, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on June 28, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Burg and Frona Marcum. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Van Howell; sister, Ruth Vaughn; and brother, James Marcum. Burglene is survived by her daughter, Vanesia Cohan and partner Mike Hammond; grandsons, Trey Koger and wife Sarah Depew and...

Clara Louise Wright Martin, age 84 of Oneida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at home. She was born December 9, 1934 in Oneida to the late Earl and Lona Blevins Wright.  She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, daughter and sister.  She was a devoted believer in Jesus Christ and a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.     In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Edward Martin; brothers Bob and Jerry Wright and her son...

On October 28, 1930 a son Rankin Jr. was born to Rankin Burchfield Sr. and Violet Phillips Burchfield. He passed away on August 20, 2019 at the age of 88. Rankin joined the U.S. Army in 1951, serving 2 tours in Korea, two tours in Vietnam, Germany, and Belgium Congo along with his stateside assignments. He retired March 1974 after 22 years of service. He was awarded two Purple Hearts, the Bronze Star, the Army Commendation Metal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and numerous other metals. Rankin...

Leland Harry Bond, age 64 of Oneida, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019 at his home. He was born February 3, 1955 in Scott County, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Lealon and Ruth Bond. He was a member of Annadell Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, Dewey, James (Bob) and Jerry Bond; brothers-in-law, Willard Duncan, Tony and Timmy Bridges and Garry Massengale; sisters-in-law, Margie Bond,  Harriett Lee Bond, Cathy Massengale and Amy...

James L. Reed (Chico), age 68, was born January 28, 1951 to James M. and Juanita Jackson Reed. He went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Huntsville Manor. Our big brother will be missed deeply. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife Diana, and son Roger Ueckert Reed. He is survived by his daughter Virginia Reed; granddaughter Alyssa; grandson Braylon; brothers Ronald Gerard Reed, John David Reed and wife Liz, Mark Saber Reed and wife...

Jonathan Eugene Chambers, age 46 of Pioneer, TN departed this life on Friday, August 16, 2019 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. He was born in Campbell County, TN on January 6, 1973. He was the son of Eugene and Della Chambers. He was of the Baptist faith. Jonathan was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sinclair and Lessie Chambers and Carl and Geneva Goad and uncles, Jim and Dean Chambers. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Heather Paul and husband Brian;...

Mae Harness, age 98 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on May 27, 1921, she was the daughter of the late James and Rosetta Underwood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a special aunt, Arlene Sexton; special uncles, Clifford Griffith and Bart Sexton; daughter-in-law, Polly Underwood; grandsons, Anthony Webb, Keith Webb and Billy Joe Webb; and cousins, Lorene Babcock...

Roger Allen Stewart, age 72 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019 at his home. He was born in Paintsville, KY on February 26, 1947. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger and Alice Stewart. Roger is survived by his wife, Jeanenne Stewart of Knoxville; 3 children, Lori Ann Dickenson and husband Robby of Knoxville, Lori Lenn Babb of Knoxville and Christopher Chambers and wife Jessica of Winfield; grandchildren, Macy Babb, Carlie and Creston Chambers; brothers, Frank...

Jimmie R. Young, age 89 of Winfield, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at the Huntsville Manor. He was born December 30, 1929 to the late Gus Sr. and Marie Lawson Young. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his long-time partner Bea Terry; brothers Walter and Gus Young Jr.; and infant daughter Patricia Ann Young. He is survived by his sons Jimmy Terry and wife Felicia Bilbrey of Oneida, William Alan Terry and wife Amy of Calhoun, GA; sister Joyce Taylor...

Mathew Douglas Smith-Sexton, age 4 months, of Oneida, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 with his parents at his side.  He was born on April 12, 2019 to Jesse Sexton and LaTisha Smith of Oneida. Mathew was preceded in death by his grandfather Douglas Sexton; great grandparents Milford and Sue Smith. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, David Smith, Valerie Newton, and Regina Rhea; great grandparents, Michael Newton and Peggy...

Jeffrey Lee Evans, age 51 of Nashville, TN passed away on Monday, August 5, 2019 at Tristar Summit Medical Center in Nashville. Born in Oneida, TN on July 19,1968, he was the son of Argie and Lucille Evans. He had a profound love for his country, the outdoors, family and friends as well as the University of Tennessee football and basketball programs. He had a special place in his heart for Black Oak Baptist Church and Pastor Kyle Keeton. He was preceded in death by his...

Rodney Davis, age 69 of Oneida, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Scott County Tennessee on December 7, 1949. He was the son of Gertrude Thomas Davis and the late Hubert Davis. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law Joel and Joyce Daugherty; sister-in-law Lena Mae Cross, brothers-in-law Ira Payne, Ralph, Wayne, Ervin, Terry and Melvin Daugherty. He is survived by his...

Robert (Rob) David Cross, age 55 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at his home. He was born in Clinton, TN on July 26, 1964 to Melba Cross and the late Darryl Cross. Robert was a longtime member of the local union #917.  He loved to hunt and fish and spending time with his grandson. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by son Janson Cross; grandparents Lester and Jewel Watters Boyatt and Rosier and Rosalee Cross, special Uncle Dexter West. He is...

Kermit Laxton, age 88, of Oneida, Tennessee went to be with his Lord on Saturday, August 3, 2019 peacefully surrounded by his family. Born August 30, 1930, he was preceded in death by parents, Alvin and Gustava (Acres) Laxton; sister, Laura Dyer; brother, Delbert Laxton; granddaughter, Cristy Leigh Smith. He was a long-time member, Sunday school teacher, and deacon of First Baptist Church of Oneida. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corp. He was employed by C. M. McClung...

Roger Everett Wilson, age 80 of Winfield, Tennessee, passed away on August 2, 2019 at Huntsville Manor. Born April 25, 1939 in Scott County, he was the son of the late Carl and Alva Mae Duncan Wilson. He was an outdoorsman and a hillbilly who loved to tinker with televisions, radios, and other small electronics. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother: Bernard Wilson, and his sisters: Lois Blankenship, and Gloria Walker. Roger is survived by his sisters Helen...

Hazel Ramsey Terry, age 99 of Winfield, TN passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Silerville, KY on January 10, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Sallie Ramsey. She was an original charter member of Highway Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Terry; sons, Jesse and Anthony Terry; 2 brothers, Charles and Harley Ramsey; 3 sisters, Reba Baker, Juanita Ramsey and Essie...

Alice Marie Johnson, age 71 of Oneida, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 31 2019 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. Born in Newport, TN on September 1, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Robert Keller and Ruby Kate Strange. She was a faithful member of Covenant Life Church in Norris, TN. Marie will be deeply missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Edd “Pop” Strange; sisters, Debbie Epley and Susie King; and...

Delbert Lowe, age 76 of Huntsville, TN, loving father, grandfather, uncle, son and brother passed away on Wednesday morning, July 31, 2019 at Huntsville Manor following a long illness. Born and raised in Scott County, TN on June 23, 1943, he was the son of the late Locie Hembree and Elex Lowe. He was a longtime resident of the state of Tennessee. Delbert leaves behind his 3 daughters, Dennette (Lowe) Suhadolnik and partner Darwin Howells, Denise (Lowe) Goodell and husband Steven Goodell and...

Richard A. Chitwood, Age 87, of Englewood, Ohio went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Doris Jean in 2017. He was born in Oneida, TN to the late Ernest & Georgie Chitwood. He was also preceded in death by siblings, Burnette Bell, Virginia Autry, Clay Chitwood and also by an infant brother. He was Pentecostal by faith and he retired from Dayton Public Schools. Richard is...

Eva Miller Payne, age 92 of the Black Oak Community in Oneida, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Facility.  She was born on October 30, 1926 to the late Will J. and Ellen (Burke) Miller; and was a charter member of Black Oak Baptist Church. Eva is preceded in death by her husband:  Kenneth Elmer Payne; sisters:  Laura (Miller) Boyatt and husband Boyce, Hester (Miller) Kidd and husband Aunton, and Elizabeth (Miller) Harris and husband...

William (Bill) Allen Ellis, Sr., age 62 of Robbins, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Born in Scott County, TN on October 18, 1956, he was the son of the late Bobby Wayne Ellis, Sr. and Margaret Massey Ellis. Bill is survived by his wife, Gracie Ellis; daughter, Jessica Byrd and husband Trent; son, William Ellis, Jr. and wife Tequila; grandson, Rieley King; granddaughters, Farrah Ellis, MaKenzie Ellis and Emma Ellis; brothers, Bobby Ellis,...

Eleanor Douglas, age 100 of Oneida, TN departed this life on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Huntsville Manor in Huntsville, TN. Born in Patterson, New Jersey on April 7, 1919, she was the daughter of the late William and Sophia Breiding. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude H. Douglas and her son, Marine Sgt. William J. Healion. Eleanor is survived by her sons, Michael J. Healion and Joseph Healion; grandchildren, Joseph and Margaret, Erin Healion of...

Helen Lucille Beach, age 87 of the Annadale Community, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak, Ridge, TN. Born August 18, 1931 in Bainbridge, Ohio, she was the daughter of Nellie Mae Watson and Jay Milton Watson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Mantford A. Beach and sister Thelma Washburn; parents and grandparents; infant great granddaughters: Kaitlynn Beach and a Kellett baby. Helen is survived by her children: Daniel Beach and...

Howard Edward McDonald of Maryville, Tennessee was born December 28, 1932. He passed away peacefully on July 22, 2019 in Abilene, Texas. He is now in heaven, handing out candy to all the children. Howard was baptized on June 14, 1981 at Maryville Church of Christ in Maryville, Tennessee. He was a truly devoted husband and father.  He is preceded in death by his parents Everett C. McDonald Sr. and Nellie Mae (Brown), sisters Julia B. Shepard and Rosemary Sharp, and his brother Clayton...

Anne Honeycutt, age 54 of Oneida, TN passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at her home with the presence of her family. Born in Dayton, OH on July 18, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Earnest and Mary Hamlett. Anne has a salvation testimony. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Stephanie Neal. Anne is survived by her husband, Eddie Honeycutt; two sons, Jeremy Miller and special fiancée Michelle Hicks and two grandchildren Isaiah and Gracie...

Oma (West) Butler age 92 of the Tunnel Hill Community in Helenwood, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at her home. She was born on August 21, 1926 to the late Cruso and Mary Smith West. Oma enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren, cooking, and gardening. She loved attending church and stood strong in her faith. She attended Faith of God Non-Denominational Church in Helenwood, TN. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband of 52...

Paul Edward Johnson, age 72 of Pioneer, TN went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 with his loving family by his bedside. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 15, 1946 to the late Orville Johnson and Millie Baird. Paul was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant son, Walter Eugene Johnson; brother, David Johnson; stepbrothers, Hoyt and Jack Phillips; stepsister, Sue Hixon; brother-in-law, Gordon Hixon; and sister-in-law,...

  Chester Lee Hatmaker, age 79 of Tullahoma, and formerly of Scott County, TN, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Turkey Creek, Kentucky on November 29, 1939 to the late Mynatt and Lear (Haddix) Hatmaker. Chester served in the United States Navy as a Sea Bee before working at Aero Structure until his retirement. He loved history, enjoyed telling stories, fishing, and listening to bluegrass music, and was known as the...

Billy Joe Lewallen, age 55 of Robbins, TN passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. Born in Oneida, TN on December 7, 1963, he was the son of the late Dock and Dinah Lewallen. He had a great passion for the outdoors and loved hunting and fishing. He attended Concord Baptist Church in Robbins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Sharon Lewallen Blackburn; grandparents, Ed and Fannie Lewallen and Avie and Rosella Cross; uncles,...

  JoAnn Jeffers Burchfield, age 72 of Oneida, Tennessee, went home to be with her loving Savior on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born to the late Charlie and Rena Boshears Jeffers.  She was a member of the West Oneida United Baptist Church. Joann retired from the First National Bank after 34 years of service. During her career Joann served as CSR, Branch Manager, Lender, Banking Officer, and IRA Specialist. In...

Lillie M. Rose, age 90 of Oneida, TN, passed away on July 11, 2019. She was born October 17, 1928 in Scott County Tennessee.  She was the daughter of Oscar & Pearl (O’Neal) Cotton. She was also preceded in death by her husband Eugene (Gene) Rose: Brothers James Cotton, and Russell, Sister Orangie Cotton. Sons Larry and Paul Rose. She grew up in the Williams Creek area.  She was a loving wife for 50 years.  She loved all of her children. She always tried to be a...

Vergie R. McCoy, age 73 of Oneida, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at her home. Born in Scott County, TN on January 11, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Delbert and Laura Jeffers Ellis. She was a member of the Annadale United Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Clifford and Harold Ellis; one sister, Evelyn Ellis; grandson, Joshua Wright; sisters-in-law, Burnell Ellis, Bertha Ellis and Virginia Ellis; and...

Kenneth Lee Litton, age 92 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at the Huntsville Manor Nursing and Rehab Center.  Born May 12, 1927 in Scott County, he was the son of the late Carl Litton and Florie Ross Litton.  He was a member of the West Oneida United Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife:  Anna Novella Bunn Litton; brothers and sisters:  Ruth Litton, Austin Litton, Gladys Taylor, Glennis Pendergrass, John...

Gerald Clayton (Robbie) Robinson, age 80 of Winfield, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at his home.  He was born in Maryville, Tennessee on November 28, 1938 to the late Irene Robinson. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Glen, Jack, and Tom Robinson; sister Lena Robinson; granddaughter Alexandra Robinson. Survived by his special wife Beulah Griffith of Winfield, Tennessee; daughters; Judy Adams of Tazewell, Tennessee and Tracy...

Delvene Burress Bridges, age 81 of Huntsville, Tennessee departed this life on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. Born in Scott County, TN on May 13, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Thomas N. Burress and Dessie Jeffers Burress. She was a member of the Annadale United Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Bridges; mother and father-in-law, O.D. and Melda Bridges; brothers, John L. Newport, S.T. Burress,...