All Obituaries

Col. Sammie (Sam) Lee Lyles, age 80, passed away November 23, 2021, at his home surrounded by family.   Sam was the son of the late Penny and Mildred Lyles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Bobbie Thomas.   Col. Lyles is survived by his wife Wanda Lyles, son Scott Lyles, and daughter-in-law Katie Lyles. He also leaves behind two grandchildren Travis Lyles and Amanda Lyles. Sam was born in Knoxville, TN on May 11, 1941. He graduated...

Valerie Rose Huckeby Evans, age 54 of Robbins, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN.  Born December 14, 1966, she was the daughter of James Claude and Lona Rose Burnett Huckeby. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter:  Samantha Rose; grandparents: Helen and Mac McGill, Granville Huckeby, and Lona and Ollie Burnett. In addition to her parents, Valerie is survived by her husband:  David Evans;...

THE SERVICE TIMES HAVE BEEN CHANGED. Emma Katheryn ‘Kat’ Allen Burchfield, age 76 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN. Born June 12, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Nannie Honeycutt Allen; and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Katheryn was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who helped raise many children besides her own. She was fun loving, loved to travel, and loved her...

J E Honeycutt, age 68 of Huntsville, TN passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, at his home in Straight Fork. Born in LaFollette, TN on February 20, 1953, he was the son of the late Elvin and Sylvia Crabtree Honeycutt. He was a member of the East Robbins Missionary Baptist Church and a charter member of the East 63 Fire Department of Huntsville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, James Michael and Ida Belle Riseden Honeycutt and William Henderson and...

Shane Stephens, age 49 of the Pleasant Grove Community of Winfield, TN, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2021, at the Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN.  Born July 26, 1972, he was the son of Maynard Stephens and Josephine Stephens Chambers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers. Shane is survived by his wife:  Lisa Stephens; three step-sons:  Johnny West, Randy Sexton and Justin Trammell; other survivors include...

Betty Jo King, age 86 of Robbins, TN passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wayne County, KY on February 13, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Lydia Thompson Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant sister; beloved daughter-in-law, Linda King; sisters, Grace and Herbert Dunagan of Kentucky, Fredia and Charles Leonard of Ohio, Elsie and Doc Haynes of Ohio, Mae and Don Becker of Ohio,...

Ronald E. Stephens, age 69 of Oneida, TN passed away in the arms of the angels on Monday, November 15, 2021. He was born on June 9, 1952, to the late Rev. Elmon L. and Kathleen P. Stephens. Ron proudly served as a contracted truckdriver in the Iraqi War to haul supplies for our military. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Elizabeth Stephens and George and Maude Posey and son-in-law, Scott Tallent. Ron is survived by his wife of 11 years,...

Jackie Phillips, age 58 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN. Born in Cincinnati, OH on September 30, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Ronald Sylvester Herrmann and Ella Sexton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, George Sylvester Herrmann and Edith Herrmann, Claude Holt and Anna Holt, and Andy Massengale; grandparents-in-law, Lawrence M. Blevins and Pearl M. Blevins;...

Lucinda Renae Miller Stephens, age 58 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021, at her home with her family by her side.  Born December 17, 1962, in Crossville, TN, she was the daughter of Delila Smette Miller and the late Raymond Joe Miller.  Renae worked as a Social Worker for the Department of Human Services for many years. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents:  Oscar and Leatha Smette, and Joe and Sylvia Miller;...

Fayrene Sexton Terry, age 88 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.   Romola Fayrene, as she was named by her father but called by no one, was born in Oneida on May 21, 1933. She attended primary school there, and graduated from Huntsville High School, where she was salutatorian of her class. After attending Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, she worked briefly for National Life and Accident...

Kadon Tristin Babb, age 20 of Huntsville, TN, passed away at his home suddenly on November 11, 2021.  Born February 19, 2001, in Knoxville, TN, he is the beloved son of Donnie and Kaprecia (West) Babb. Kadon was a member of the White Rock Baptist Church.  He was a 2019 graduate of Scott High School, was currently continuing his education at the University of the Cumberlands.  He was employed by South Fork Physical Therapy. In the short years that he was here he tried to let...

Charles Vernon “Chuck” West, age 66, died Tuesday, November 9th, 2021, at his home in Dresden, Tennessee. Visitation will be held at Dresden Church of Christ on Evergreen St on Friday evening, November 12 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm. A funeral honoring his life will be held Saturday, November 13 at 2:00 pm at the Dresden Church of Christ. Visitation prior to the funeral will be from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm. Burial will follow at Sunset Cemetery. Williams Funeral Home of Greenfield...

  Friends may visit with the Seale family on Saturday, November 27, 2021 from 2 p.m. until time of the Memorial Service at 4 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Huntsville with Rev. Dennis Falasco officiating.  Inurnment will follow in the Mossop Cemetery.  Patricia Ann Welch Seale, age 75 of Robbins, TN, passed peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on November 8, 2021.  Born September 8, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Maxine Parson Welch and...

Elmer (Bud) Jeffers, age 91 of Huntsville, TN passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at his home with his loving family by his side. Born in Scott County, TN on October 29, 1930, he was the son of the late John S. and Lona (Byrd) Jeffers. Elmer was the oldest member of Mill Branch Baptist Church. He served proudly in the US Army. Elmer retired from vocational school after many years of service. He enjoyed gardening, going to church, and spending time with his family and friends. In...

Naomi Lou Pierce Jeffers, age 76 of Oneida, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021, at the Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on August 2, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Roy Taylor and Ada Davis Pierce. She attended the Outreach Church and worked for Tennier Industries for many years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe Jeffers, Sr.; daughter, Ada Elizabeth Jeffers; granddaughter, Bridgett Lorraine Jeffers;...

  Leesa Kathleen Ferguson Thompson, age 48 of Oneida, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at her home.  Born April 29, 1973, she was the daughter of William Jerry and Gaynell Thompson Ferguson. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oneida, where she enjoyed being a part of the White Column Hand Bell Choir for several years.  Leesa was a graduate of Oneida High School and continued her education at Roane State Community College where she...

Jimmy Keeton, age 65, went to be with the Lord and precious granddaughter, Kelsey Keeton on November 2, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Edison Keeton; mother, Veda Keeton; sister, Rosie Lawson and granddaughter, Kelsey Keeton. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Melodie Keeton; son, Jeremy Keeton; granddaughter, Brittany Keeton; grandson, Bradley Posey; great granddaughter, Sophia Evans; son, George Keeton, Morris (Myra) Keeton; granddaughters, Bailey Keeton,...

James Steve Jeffers, age 72 of Winfield, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 1, 2021, at Parkwest Medical Center with his family by his side.  Born in Scott County, Tennessee on May 13, 1949, he was the son of the late Gleason and Reba Ooten Jeffers.  James was a local businessman, having owned and operated Jeffers Heat & Air for over 40 years.  James also was co-owner and operator of Scott’s Auto Sales for several years with his sons. In...

  Laura Lynn Phillips Gibson, age 56 of the Buffalo Community, went to her Heavenly home on October 30, 2021, with her family by her side.  Born May 27, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Mae and Herman Phillips. She loved the Lord and enjoyed telling everyone, and inviting everyone, to go to church with her.   She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter:  Ashley Dawn...

Josie H. Honeycutt, age 87 of Oneida, TN passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 at home with family by her side. Born on August 3, 1934, in Lancing, TN, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Mandy Hall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Carol Ann Foster; son, Brian Honeycutt; sisters, Nora Beeler, Ollie Bowman, Myrtle Hall, Hallie Hall, Lela House; brothers, Marshall Hall, Odis Hall, Jessie Hall, Donald Hall, and Boyd Hall. Josie is survived...

Clara Sue (Harness) Toler, age 74 of the Straight Fork community departed this life on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, after fighting a long battle with cancer at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. She was born on October 30, 1946, to the late Lawrence and Emma Jane Harness. Clara Sue was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Christian, and a member of the Buffalo United Baptist Church at Winona, TN. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by the love...

Crystal Kay Chambers, age 35 of the Ditney Trail Community, gained her Heavenly wings on Monday, October 25, 2021.  Crystal entered this world December 21, 1985, in Knoxville, TN, and was the daughter of Larry and Angie Chambers of Ditney Trail, and Marian and Keith Davis of Clinton, TN.  Crystal enjoyed life and being a good mom to her babies.  She loved being with her kids, family, friends, and her animals. Crystal is preceded in death by her grandparents:  L. A....

Raney Chitwood, age 91 of Winfield, TN, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021, at his home.  Born September 12, 1930, in Winfield, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Walter and Flora Baker Chitwood.  He was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War, having served two military tours. For the first, he was stationed in Tokyo Bay, Japan, and during the second, he was in Seoul, South Korea.  Raney was a member of the Pine Grove Baptist Church. He was a dedicated truck...

Jean K. Foster, age 85 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021, at the Big South Fork Medical Center.  Born October 20, 1936, she was the daughter of the late George and Hazel Sands Kelley.  Jean was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Oneida, TN. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law:  Joe Plumlee. Jean is survived by her daughters:  Kelly Stringer and husband Mike of Oneida, and Tami Constantine and...

Betty Sue Spradlin age 74 of Winfield, Tennessee, widow of Jessee Willard Spradlin, passed from this life on Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, Tennessee.  Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 2:00 pm in the chapel of Pine Knot Funeral Home. Burial to follow in the Silerville Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday after 1:00 pm until service time.  Pine Knot Funeral Home is assisting...

She is gone, but never will be forgotten. Hilda D. Osborne, age 75, departed this world on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at home. She was born in Murdock, FL on July 11, 1946. She moved to Scott County in 2006.  She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Arvie and Walter Summeralls; her husband, David P. Osborne; one daughter, Hilda M. McCrary; one sister and three brothers. She is survived by her son, David Osborne and wife Regina Osborne; one daughter, Amie Osborne; one...

Robert (Bob) Lee DeBord age 93 of Robbins, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at his home with his loving family by his side. Born on April 19, 1928 was the son of the late Abijah and Georgia DeBord.   In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by his loving wife of 71 years Hazel Flossie (Wright), his son Tony DeBord and wife Sue DeBord; seven brothers and two sisters. Robert is survived by one brother Dan DeBord; four sisters Faye (Brooks), Betty...

Larry Allen Watson, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at the University of TN Hospital in Knoxville, TN.  Born December 4, 1946, he was the son of the late Robert Andrew Watson and Mattie Bernice (Sheppard) Watson-Haddock.  Larry was of the Baptist Faith, a member of the Oneida Municipal Golf Course, and a United States Army Veteran. Larry is survived by his daughter:  Jill Marling and husband Ron; grandson:  Aidan Marling; former wife and good...

Herbert W. “Bill” Seabolt, age 84 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center in Oneida, TN. Born in Scott County, TN on February 9, 1937, he was the son of the late Millard and Tiny Preston Seabolt. He attended the West Oneida Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Pittman Seabolt; sisters, Anna Lou Kidd, Judy Carol Burress, and Linda Joyce Carson; brothers, Gordon, Dennis...

Sammie Leon Lindsay, born January 8, 1939, of Allardt, TN passed away at age 82 on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was a Marine veteran and astonishingly he turned 18 years old in Japan, where he was attached to the Sixth Fleet. He joined the Marines on May 23, 1956 and served actively until May 19, 1958. He remained in the Reserves until May 22, 1962 and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal. He was a machinist for 45 years. He also loved to hunt and fish,...

Donny Lee (Hammer) Pike, age 40 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born in Oak Ridge, TN on December 19, 1980. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willard and Eva Pike and Tommy and Wilma Cotton. Donny is survived by his parents, Mickey and Diane Pike; fiancée, Kathy Holt; three children, Lonny, Donny, and Eva; two brothers, Nickie Pike, Daniel Pike (fiancée Dakota...

Kailah Amber Nerli, age 33 of Boise, Idaho passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 in Oneida, Tennessee. Born in Nampa, Idaho on January 31, 1988, she was the daughter of Tracey Lee Fitzpatrick. She was preceded in death by her great grandma, Mildred Lewis. In addition to her mother, Kailah is survived by her sister, Kendrah Caldwell; in-laws, Wilda and Delmar Ball; children, Lailah Victoria Nerli, Cailab Ball, Nikolas Nerli, Zaidan Nerli, Caidan Ramero, Ava and Fermine Ramero; grandma,...

Shirley June Laxton Carson, age 85 of Huntsville, TN, passed peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 16th, 2021.  Born in Oneida, Scott County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Loma Wright Laxton and Ohlen Laxton.  In addition to her parents, Shirley is pre-deceased by her sister, Evelyn King.  Shirley grew up in Huntsville, where she was an active member of the First Baptist Church and Garden Club.  She excelled in academics, graduating from Huntsville High...

Marilyn Moore Stark, age 67 of Oneida, Tennessee passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021 at the Big South Fork Medical Center. Born April 29, 1954 she was the daughter of the late Curtis Moore and Georgia Richardson and James. She is survived by her son, Lewis McLendon, daughter Audrey Monhollen; grandchildren, Noah McLendon, Cierra Nunez, Andrew Nunez, Ryan Holder, Ripley McLendon; great-grandchildren,  Aliahna Nunez, Kingston Nunez, Lewis McLendon IV., Aerielle McLendon, Rylan...

Kathy Wilson Morrow age 68, of Oneida, TN passed away on October 15, 2021, at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN.  She was born on May 2, 1953 in Oneida, TN to John Raymond and Ona Louise Jeffers Wilson. She was a member of Pentecost Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by one sister, Sheila Faye Wilson Duncan; and one brother, Michael Ray Wilson. She is survived by her children; son, Jonathan Brian Wilson and wife Lora; daughter Tonya...

Mary Rhoden, age 76 of Helenwood, TN passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center in Oneida, TN. Born in Elgin, TN on December 23, 1944, she was the daughter of the late William and Nola Bowling Sexton. She was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Wayne Rhoden; 7 brothers, Jimmy, Freddie, Carl, Danny, Albert, Estle, and Charles Sexton; 2 sisters, Ethel Jones and Joyce Branim; 1 daughter, Mary...

Shirley Smith West, age 83 of Oneida, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at the Oneida Nursing and Rehab Center.  Born March 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Ethel Hammock Smith.  Shirley was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oneida. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband:  W. O. West, Jr.; brother:  Muril Smith; sisters-in-law:  Maxine Kyle and husband Boots, and Imogene Smith; and niece: ...

Christina Monique Lazarou, age 37 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021 at home. She was born on February 15, 1984 in Fort Lauderdale, FL to Jeff Lazarou and Monica (Ross) Vogelsang. Christina had a heart of gold. She loved Aaron, Arianna and all her family members and friends. She tried her best to rescue every animal she saw stranded. She hated to see an animal suffering or starving. She would carry dog food or leftovers in her car and give it to them. She loved and...

William Arthur Phillips, Sr., age 91 of Conyers, GA, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021.  Born December 10, 1929, in Scott County, TN, he was the son of the late General and Flora Phillips.  Mr. Phillips was a veteran of the United States Army and retired from Griffith Laboratories. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl Phillips; son, William A. Phillips, Jr.; sisters:  Gertie Stephens, and Lenora Foster; and brother:  Palm T....

Judy Rose Lawson, age 65 of Oneida, TN passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born July 2, 1956, Judy was the daughter of James Robert Lawson and the late Betty Rose Lloyd Lawson. In addition to her mother, Judy was preceded in death by her brother: Bobby Ray Lawson Judy is survived by her son: Robert Wade Carson (Angela) and daughter: Elisha Phillips; grandchildren: Amber Carson, Mena Carson, Raven Carson, Gabriel Carson, Aldon Phillips...

  Angelyn Craig (Angie) Terry, age 70 of the Black Oak Community in Oneida, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN.  Born September 20, 1951 in Scott County, TN, she was the daughter of the late James and Zilphia West Craig.  Angie was a very faithful member of the Black Oak Baptist Church for many years, where she sang in the church choir.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Mrs. Ona Louise Jeffers Wilson went home to be with the Lord on October 6th, 2021. She was born on November 2, 1933, to the late Wolford and Lettie Dobbs Jeffers. She’s a born again Christian and until her recent decline in health, she was a faithful and active member of the Pentecost Baptist Church.  When healthy, Louise spent her time working in the flower shop. She was a florist for over 40 years. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend.  In...

Marietta Byrd Holt, age 61, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN.  Born January 29, 1960, she was the daughter of J. C. and Mary Kathryn Byrd. Marietta is survived by her daughter:  Kathryn Holt; grandkids:  Lonny Holt, Donny Holt, and Eva Pike; special friend:  Randy Chambers; brothers:  Leonard Byrd, and Warren (Buck) Byrd; close friends:  Marilyn Green, Loretta Duncan, Wanda Clark, and Jimmy and Josie...

Mary Joan Boutwell, age 79 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 at Huntsville Manor in Huntsville, TN. Born in Oneida, TN on July 7, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Lucy Hyder. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Bruce Slaven; second husband, Billy Boutwell; brother, Odie Phillips; sisters, Jean Crabtree and Clara Boshears. Joan is survived by sons, Mark (Sherry) Slaven,...

Virginia “Ginnie” Lawson Adkins, age 71 of Winona, TN passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021, at the LaFollette Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born on January 23, 1950, to Edith and the late Onvie Lawson. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Ginnie was an avid UT Vols fan. She was preceded in death by her father, Onvie Lawson; sister, Brenda Sue Massengale; infant son, Onvie Lee Harness; sisters-in law, Florence...

Ricky Erwin Slaven, age 59 of Oneida, TN passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021, at home. He was born on April 13, 1962, at the Scott County Hospital in Oneida, TN to Cleo Slaven and Phyllis Trosper Slaven. He was preceded in death by his father, Cleo Slaven; grandparents, Walter and Eva Slaven and Ewell and Mildred Trosper; his brother, Randy A. Slaven; 4 uncles, George and Ralph Trosper and Warren and Audie Slaven. Ricky is survived by his mother, Phyllis Slaven; one daughter, Terrie...

Cheryl Denise Hall, age 64 of Batavia, Ohio, departed this life on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Born on March 7, 1957 in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the daughter of Ruby Duncan and the late Willard Duncan. Cheryl was a born again Christian. In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lealon and Ruth Bond and Nola Phillips of Oneida, Tennessee. Cheryl leaves behind her son, Kenneth Willard Hall and grandson, Arthur Ray Hall in Ohio, her mother Ruby Duncan, 3 sisters,...

Tiffany Denise Pemberton Sexton, age 34 of Robbins, TN departed this life on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at home. She was the daughter of Archie Pemberton Sr. and Virginia Anderson Pemberton. She was a member of Barton Chapel in Robbins and was employed at Huntsville Manor in Huntsville and was a very faithful servant there. She was preceded in death by her father, Archie Pemberton, Sr. and brother, Kevin Anderson. Tiffany is survived by her husband of 16 years, Shawn Sexton; daughters,...

Donna Marie Strunk, age 66 of Oneida, TN, passed away suddenly in the early morning of Saturday, October 2, 2021, at the Huntsville Manor in Huntsville, TN.  She was born in Cornwall, New York on June 14, 1955, to the late Kenneth and Shirley Ann Weller Benjamin.  Donna had a personality that made strangers into friends almost instantly. She loved to sit and talk and lend a listening ear. Donna’s other passion was encouraging her children and grandchildren to fulfill her...

Lt. Mike “Hammer” Wilson, age 65 of Oneida, TN passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at the Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN. Born in Oneida, TN on July 12, 1956, he was the son of Raymond and Louise Wilson. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Wilson; grandparents; sister, Shelia Duncan; and nephew, Christopher Duncan. Michael is survived by his fiancée, Jennifer Stephens; mother, Louise Wilson; sister, Kathy Morrow; brothers, Rick Wilson...