All Obituaries

Floyd Silcox, age 78 of the Norma community, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at his home. Born in Scott County, TN on June 24, 1943, he was the son of the late Oscar and Janis Newport Silcox. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Lodena Silcox, M.B. Silcox, Glennis Silcox Brock, Odis Silcox, Helen Sue Silcox Webb, Charlene Silcox Catrine, and Arvil Silcox; grandson, Jordan Silcox; granddaughter, Nicole Hatfield; and sons-in-law, Eugene Crabtree and...

Dale Alan Douglas, age 64 of Winfield, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022, at his home.  Born January 13, 1958, he was the son of the late Cecil and Pauline Chitwood Douglas. Dale was a beloved grandfather, father, brother, and son. In his younger years, Dale traveled across the US on the hunt for big game and fly fishing. After countless adventures and numerous states, he always managed to return with a trophy or story to tell. Dale became a grandfather and forever became...

Edna Opal Crabtree Whisnant, age 76, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022, at her home in Sunbright, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on December 15, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Ewell Crabtree and Minervia Byrd Crabtree. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Edith Love, Mable Phillips, Ruth Bolton, Ethel Crabtree, Rose Byrd, and Dorthy Martino; brother, Herthel Crabtree. Edna is survived by her children, Keith...

Clifford O. Garrett, age 91, of Helenwood, TN passed away peacefully Saturday morning, May 14, 2022, at his home with his family by his side. Born December 8, 1930, in the Honey Creek community of Fentress County, Clifford was the son of the late Henry Clayton and Flonnie Frances Goad Garrett. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and in May 1953 married Onlee Joyce Wright of Robbins. He worked a variety of jobs, including driving a feed truck for Cooper’s Store and at Tibbals...

Brian Gordon Boyatt, age 73 of Oneida, TN passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at his home. Born in Scott County, TN on April 14, 1949, he was the son of the late Lester and Jewell Watters Boyatt. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oneida and a United States Army Veteran. He was retired from the City of Oneida and was a board member at Plateau Electric until his passing. He was an avid sports fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harvey...

Audrey Lynn Honeycutt, age 54 of Huntsville, Tennessee passed away at her home early Tuesday morning, May 10, 2022. Audrey was born on July 24, 1967, in Brooklyn, New York to United States Navy veteran Walter Honeycutt and wife Margaret. She was a member of the High Point Baptist Church in Helenwood. Audrey loved the outdoors, singing, and being around her loved ones. She worked for Hartco several years as the union secretary. She was a loving daughter, caring mother/grandmother, and devoted...

Clifford Seeber, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 03, 2022. Born in Scott County, TN on May 05, 1944, he was the son of the late Leo Seeber and Tencey Seeber. He was a United States Army Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam and one tour in Germany. Clifford was a faithful member of the Black Oak Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his son, Christopher Seeber.  Clifford is survived by his sister, Helen Cross and husband...

Nellie Ruth Shoemaker Burchfield, age 79 went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Born in Scott County, TN on September 22, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Pharo and Mabel (Brewster) Shoemaker. She was a loving wife, mother, Mem, sister, and friend. She loved going to church when her health would allow, reading her Bible and singing. She joined Concord Separate Baptist Church of Robbins at an early age and served as a Sunday School teacher and loved to help with Bible...

Garrain Scott Cross, age 56, of McCreary County, Kentucky, passed away on Monday morning, May 2, 2022, at Baptist Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky after a long battle with various health problems. Born October 7, 1965, he was the son of the late Scotty Vernon Cross and Erchelle Whitehead Cross Little. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Alfred Kenneth Cross and Mary Duncan Cross and Grover and Lou Whitehead; uncle, Ovia Lee Cross; and aunt, Karen Cross...

Hazel Crowley Harness, age 90 went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Born in Scott County, TN on February 22, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Helen Crowley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Harness; daughter-in-law, Barbara Harness; brothers, Ledgel, Walter, Lory, Arnold, and Harold Crowley; sisters, Opal Wilson, Pearl Conatser, Alene Long, Macel Strunk, and Betty Strunk. Hazel is survived by her five children,...

Jerri Lynn Daugherty, age 71 of Oneida Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at the Oneida Nursing & Rehab Center. Born on August 20, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Omar and Melba Boshears Burress. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ranny Daugherty; daughter, Emily Daugherty and sister, Donna Kay Cotton. Jerri is survived by her sons, Shane Daugherty and wife Christina of Natchez, Mississippi, Matthew Daugherty and wife...

James Earl (Jim) Burchfield, age 88 of Oneida TN, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Saturday, April 30, 2022. He was born on August 26, 1933, to the late Eva and Arvel Burchfield. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Rose Burchfield (infant), Edna (Joe) Gafford of Sperry OK, and Helen Reifsnyder of Bradenton FL. Jim is survived by sisters, Azalea (the late Clifton) Kearney of Knoxville, TN, Linda (the late Ray) Silva, of Mt. Dora, FL...

Jacob Wayne Laxton, age 37, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022, at St. Joseph Hospital in London, KY.  Born Feb 6, 1985, in Knoxville, TN, he was the son of David Laxton and Ava Williams Laxton. He had a deep spiritual trust in God. He loved his family, the farm where he was raised, nature, and all sports, especially soccer.   Jacob excelled at everything he attempted, especially as a design engineer for the telecommunications industry.   He was preceded in death...

James Lee Claborn, age 76 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022, at the University of TN Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.  James is a born again Christian; and was the son of the late Ralph James Claborn and Aldlena ‘Carson’ Claborn.  He was a U. S. Army Veteran; and served as a law enforcement officer for over 20 years; and was a Mason. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by special aunts:  Emily Carson and Della Carson of Oneida;...

James Hubert (Jim) Phillips, age 64 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on November 28, 1957, he was the son of the late Hubert and Flonnie Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jackie Phillips; sisters, Debra Watkins and Linda Lou Payne; special cousin, Billy Joe Blevins; uncle, J.D. Blevins; father and mother-in-law, Ronald Sylvester Herrmann...

  Kathleen Trammell Sexton, age 69, of Winfield passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at her home in Winfield.  She was born August 27, 1952 to Joe Trammell, SR and Lydia Davis Trammell.   Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Lydia Davis Trammell.  Two brother-in-laws, Gene Carr and Ronnie Yancey.   Kathy is survived by her loving husband, Ervin Sexton: devoted son David Denham and wife Enith. Grandson; Donavan Denham, Louisville, KY;  sisters,...

Oscar Elbert Norris, age 85 of the Straight Fork Community, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at his home.  Born May 4, 1936, he was the son of the late Willard and Ada Byrd Norris; and was a member of the Morning Star Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife:  Talitha Carroll Norris, and their children:  Mary Ann and Jimmy Norris; second wife:  Dorothy Valentine Hall Norris, and their children by marriage: ...

Kenneth David “K. D.” Reed age 67 of Helenwood, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at his home surrounded by family and friends.  Born February 17, 1955, he was the son of Louise Reed and the late Boyd E. Reed. K.D. worked as an industrial electrician, was a member of IBEW Local 175, a ham radio operator (KQ4CO), a photography and wildlife enthusiast, and loved riding his Harley.  K. D.  was a Veteran of the United States Navy, having served during...

Beth Sharee Gibson, age 35 of LaFollette, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at her home.  Born April 28, 1986, she was the daughter of Mark and Gloria Posey Hunley.  Beth attended the Antioch Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her grandparents:  Phelan and Ardillie Posey, and Lonzo and Josephine Hunley; aunt:  Karen Posey; and uncle:  Dale Posey. In addition to her parents, Beth is survived by her children:  Adaleigh Byrge, and Emaleigh...

Wilma Sexton King, age 71 of Oneida, TN passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on March 27, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Marley and Hattie Sexton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, James Sexton and wife Mary Katherine, Eddie Sexton and wife Shella Kay, and Wayne Sexton; sisters, Sheila May Trammell and Kaye Chitwood; brothers-in-law, Charlie Acres, Allen King and wife...

Bobby Grider, age 73 of Huntsville, TN went home to be with his Savior on Thursday, April 21, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Born in Scott County, TN on January 3, 1949, he was the son of the late Virgil and Etta Lynn Grider. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, W.C. Grider (Liza); sisters, Juanita Claxton (Gilbert), Viola Artz (Marsh), Pauline Lackey (Harold); father and mother-in-law, Ada Norris and Willard Norris; brothers-in-law, Andy Russ,...

Ronald Eugene Brewster, age 80, passed away April 21, 2022, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee. He was born on March 19, 1942, to the late Dave and Kizzie (Burke) Brewster. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He is proceeded in death by one brother, Ralph Brewster; a set of twin sisters, Chlorine and Maxine Brewster; brother, Oscar Brewster; infant brother, Billy Brewster and infant brother, Austin Brewster; brother-in-law, David Buttram; sister-in­ law,...

Charles Duvall, age 89 of the Niggs Creek Community in Oneida, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.  Born November 9, 1932, in Gernt, Fentress County, TN, he was the son of the late Lonnie and Etta Dishman Duvall. Charles was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Korean War.  He was a long-time employee of the Scott Farmers Coop from 1957 to 2002; and served as an election commission board member. In addition to...

Rev. Ralph Simpson, age 89, departed this life to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born in Scott County, Tennessee, August  24, 1932, he was the son of the late Neal and Belle Simpson. In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his wife of 62 years, Wilma (Chitwood) Simpson; sister, Janie (Simpson) West; father-in-law, Lloyd Clay Chitwood; mother-in-law,...

Junior M. King, age 96 of Robbins, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Junior was born on October 31, 1925 in Hazard County, KY to George and Hazel Privett King. Junior was a World War II veteran where he served as a medic. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 68 years, Betty Jo Taylor King; parents, George and Hazel King; beloved daughter-in-law, Linda King; brothers, Jim King of Ohio, Charles King of TN, Dean and...

Nellie Myers, age 92, departed this life on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center in Oneida, TN. Nellie was born on December 22, 1929, in Rugby, TN to the late Ella and Estel Berry. Nellie enjoyed reading her Bible, attending church, and loved worshipping her Lord and Savior. Nellie is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Myers of Elgin and sisters, Violet French, Jackie, Carol, and Jean.  Nellie is survived by her daughter, Glenda Sue of Texas; spiritual...

Bert Wilson Jr., age 76 of Oneida, Tennessee, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. He was born on January 19, 1946 in Cinncinati, Ohio to the late Bert W. Wilson and Nancy (Points) Wilson Gorman. In addition to his parents, Bert is preceded in death by his wife, Sharon (Bush) Wilson; children David Bush and Sandy Reed; and a grandson, Randall Wilson.  Surviving family include his daughter, Marie Chitwood (and Chris) of Oneida,...

Stella Sharlona Byrge, age 72, of Robbins, TN passed away peacefully on Monday, April 11, 2022. Born July 3, 1949 in Robbins, TN. Daughter of Herman and Lillian (Honeycutt) Hamby. Attended school in Robbins and Scott County High School. United in marriage to Daniel Lee Byrge Jr. on October 16, 1967. Together with Daniel they relocated to Belvidere, IL for employment. Employed by General Electric in the quality department until her retirement. Stella found great enjoyment in gardening and...

Rev. Milford Eugene Terry, age 89 of Oneida, TN went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 11, 2022, at the Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born in Oneida, TN on February 28, 1933, he was the son of the late Lester and Bertha (Thomas) Terry. He was a member of Black Oak Baptist Church and was the pastor at Leatherwood Baptist Church for many years. He began preaching at the age of 21, for a total of 67 years. His most important thing in life was...

George Oscar Trammell, 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at his home in Winfield, TN on April 10, 2022. George was a decorated veteran who served in the Korean War. On April 17, 1954, he married Norma Gene. George started his career as a diesel mechanic for the Greyhound Bus Company and moved himself and the family to Belle Union, Indiana where he lived until retirement. After retirement in 1995, George moved back to his beloved Smoky Mountains in Scott County, TN....

Susie Coleman Taylor went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 4, 2022, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida. She was born on March 25, 1922 in Harrogate, TN to Charles Coleman and Lenora Hyatt, and was one of 10 children. Susie was a long-standing member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Oneida, TN. She loved Bethlehem and especially her Sunday School Class and was a faithful member until the time she was unable to attend in person but continued her faithfulness by...

  Judy Violet Adkins, age 67 of Stearns, KY, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the Baptist Health Hospital of Corbin, KY.  Born May 2, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Minnie Bryant Gilreath. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son:  Jason Adkins; and grandson:  Christopher Joe Trammel. Judy is survived by her husband:  David Adkins; children:  Pennie Trammel of Stearns, KY, Stacy Marlow and husband...

Claude ‘Wayne’ Madden, age 62, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2022, at the Huntsville Manor.  Born April 28, 1959, he was the son of the late Coleman and Arite Phillips Madden.  Wayne was a painter for many years, and when he was able, he loved to deer hunt and fish. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother:  Donald Madden; companion:  Bertie Stephens; and sister-in-law:  Donna Madden. Wayne is survived by his sisters: ...

Mary Helen Hembree West, age 81, of Huntsville, TN, passed to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center.  Born in Scott County, TN, on July 1, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Rufus and Alma Griffith Hembree.  She was a member of the White Rock Baptist Church. She loved her church and church family, especially the gospel music.  She always said that some good gospel music could light a fire so the preacher could bring a...

Gloria June Daniel, age 90 of Oneida, TN passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022. She was born on August 25, 1931, in Oneida, TN. When living in Dayton, Ohio, June graduated from the Weston Beauty School with a degree in cosmetology. She retired from Sunshine Biscuit before returning to Oneida, her beloved hometown. June was preceded in death by her husband, Milford Eugene (Red) Daniel; parents, Gason and Ruby Marcum; sisters, Mildred Irene Foster and Ora M. Suhar; and nephew, Gary Don...

Kimberly Ann Crabtree Green Morgan, age 61 of Winfield, TN departed this world on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at the Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. She was born in Scott County, TN on October 28, 1960. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Carles Ray Green; her father, Earnest L. Crabtree; one brother, Marvin L. Crabtree; and great grandson, Brenden Stephens. She is survived by her long-life companion, Darrel Hayes; her mother, Shirley J. Crabtree; daughter, Marlena and...

Mildred Drucilla Phillips Roysden, age 75 of Oneida, TN passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at her home. Born in Oneida, TN on September 16, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Riley and Flora Marie Acres Phillips. She was a member of Paint Rock Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Roy L. Neal; second husband, Milford Ira Roysden; brothers, Elbert Phillips, Herbert Phillips, Otho Phillips, James Phillips, and Lloyd Phillips;...

  Janet Crabtree, age 79 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.  Born December 16, 1942, she was the daughter of Tom West and Flora Pennington.  Janet professed her salvation and was a member of the Pine Creek Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband:  Russell L. Crabtree; brothers:  Roel Pennington, Danny Pennington, and Norman Pennington;...

Florence Irene Harvey, age 97 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born in Wampum, Pennsylvania on July 12, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Adam Clark Ault and Florence Isabelle Ault. She was a retired home and business painter, wonderful mother and grandmother, and was always thinking of others. She also enjoyed traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her children:...

Anthony Thomas Anderson, age 41 of Oneida, TN passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 23, 2022, while in Kentucky. He was born on July 27, 1980 in Oak Ridge, TN. He was the son of the late Charles and Margaret Sexton Anderson. Tom lived life to the fullest and loved wholeheartedly. He never met a stranger and was a friend to all. He was happiest when he was with his children. He will be dearly missed. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wolford and...

Roger Roy Coon, age 88 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022, at Parkwest Medical Center. He was born and raised in Geneva Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Velma Coon; brother, Rolland Coon; son, Bradley Coon; and grandson, Robert Coon. He is survived by his wife, Emma Coon; sons, Scott and wife Lorena and Trent Coon; stepson, Vic Reynolds and wife Ginger; special granddaughter, Reiley Grasshoff; several grandchildren and great grandchildren,...

Howard C. Tibbals (born August 10, 1936) entered life eternal March 20, 2022, surrounded by his beloved wife and eight children at his home in Sarasota, Florida. Howard’s love for Christ was apparent in all he did for his family and community. A humble man of faith, he was a devout Christian raised in the church by his parents, Charles E. Tibbals, Jr. and Lillian Davidson Tibbals. A graduate of NC State, Howard recognized the importance of education, not only for his family but also...

Rev. Dale G. Smith, age 92 of the Coopertown Community of Oneida, entered the presence of his Heavenly Father on March 17, 2022.  Born May 10, 1929, he was the son of the late Victoria Smith.   Dale was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who kept everyone smiling with his ever-present jokes and stories.  He lived to fulfill his calling to the ministry by serving as pastor of First Baptist of Huntsville, 1959-1964, Bowie Road Mission in Laurel, MD, 1965-1969,...

Elvina Rose Lay DeMoss, age 72 of Oneida, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Born September 21, 1949, in Scott County, she was the daughter of the late Gada Lay. She was of the Christian faith. Elvina loved life and enjoyed singing, sewing, cooking big meals, and celebrating the holidays with her family and especially the children. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Wanda Phillips and Arlena Laxton;...

Annamarie Brummett, age 60 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022, at the North Knoxville Medical Center. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 25, 1962. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Sylvia Barnes and husband, Ronnie Brummett. She is survived by her sons, Adam Brummett and wife Amanda of Helenwood and Aaron Brummett and wife Angie of Winfield; daughter, Barbra Lewis; adopted son, Brandon Bridges and his daughter Amara; brother, Jeremiah Warner...

Gregory Allen Jeffers, born on October 4, 1963, to the late Crawford and Beulah Jeffers, passed away on March 12, 2022, at Select Specialty Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee, following a short illness.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Phillip Jeffers and his nephew, Patrick Jeffers. He is survived by his sisters, Nona Jeffers, Ruby Robinson and husband Brent; brothers, Gary Jeffers, Jerry Jeffers, Roger Jeffers, Jason Jeffers and wife Patty, all of...

Infant Wrenlee Blayke Cotton entered and departed this life on Friday, March 11, 2022, at the Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.  She was preceded in death by her big brother, Rylee Cotton; uncle, Shane Allen; great grandmother, Wilma Cotton; and cousin, Donnie Pike. She is survived by her parents, Shawn and Natashia Cotton; brothers, Rylynn Cotton and Camdyn Cotton; grandparents, Harce Allen, Pauline Allen; aunts, Amy Allen, Christian Duncan, Carrie Litton,...

Timothy Lloyd Minchew, born in McKinney, TX on May 6, 1958, went home on Friday, March 11, 2022, to be with his mom, Alene Flowers Minchew and his dad, William Earnest Minchew. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Debbie; one nephew, Cory; and one brother, Ronnie. He left behind his ex-wife, Clara Fitzgerald; daughter, Jeanette Alene Sexton; many grandkids, other relatives, and friends. His request was cremation. West-Murley Funeral Home is serving the...

Scott Kenneth Spaulding, age 68, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022, in Plant City, Florida. Scott was born on July 20, 1953, to Glenna Daugherty Spaulding and Harold Spaulding in Somerset, Kentucky and was one of 4 children. Scott was a 1971 graduate of Oneida High School and learned electrician skills at Oneida Vocational School.  He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Spaulding, and sister, Teresa Spaulding Phillips. Scott is survived by his mother, Glenna Spaulding...

Naomi ‘Nim’ Brumett Bishop, age 71, passed away on March 6, 2022, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.  Nim was born in New River, Tennessee on August 14, 1950.  She married Jim Bishop, of New Smyrna Beach, FL on June 16, 1967.  Best friends for 54 years, they loved sharing time together with a cup of coffee.  A woman of faith, Nim was a member of New River Missionary Baptist Church in Helenwood, Tennessee. Although she was employed by AT&T and...