All Obituaries
John "Vern" Childress Kingston
John Lamar “Vern” Childress John Lamar “Vern” Childress, age 78, of Harriman, passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. Vern was born June 25, 1948 in Harriman and was a lifelong resident of Roane County and worked as a heavy equipment technician at the X-10 and ORNL Nuclear Plants in Oak Ridge. He was the kind of person who was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially when it came to working on machinery with his ...
John Lamar “Vern” Childress John Lamar “Vern” Childress, age 78, of Harriman, passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. Vern was ...
Danny Davis Kingston
Danny K. Davis, age 73, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born on December 10, 1952, and a lifelong resident of Roane County.
Danny was a member of Tennessee Missionary Baptist Church and was a hardworking and talented mechanic. He worked at Jim White Chevrolet until 1972 and then went into business for himself as a mechanic, which included working on buses for the Loudon County School system. Danny ...
Danny K. Davis, age 73, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born on December 10, 1952, and a lifelong ...
Denzil Britt Kingston
Denzil Keith Britt, age 69, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1956, to the late Clifford and Wilma Britt.
Denzil was a graduate of Rockwood High School, Class of 1974. He continued his education at Roane State Community College and Tennessee Tech University, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education. He also proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force. Denzil later worked ...
Denzil Keith Britt, age 69, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1956, to the late Clifford and Wilma Britt.
Denzil was ...
Jerry Tate Harriman
Jerry Wayne Tate, age 80, of Harriman, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born October 20, 1945, in Rockwood to the late Eugene and Pauline Tate.
Jerry was a member of Riverside Baptist Church. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of E-5 Sergeant. During his military service, he was awarded the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and National Defense Service Medal. ...
Jerry Wayne Tate, age 80, of Harriman, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born October 20, 1945, in Rockwood to the late Eugene and Pauline ...
Diana Martin Kingston
On August 17, our family lost a truly unforgettable woman. Diana Marie Martin, 69, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love that meant so much to her.
Diana was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend. She was married to her husband, Mike, for 30 years and leaves behind her children, Douglas, Stacey, Desiree, and Jacob, as well as her 13 grandchildren: Ariana, Isabella, Gabriel, Madison, Mackenzie, Gavin, Bentley, Briella, Jacob, ...
On August 17, our family lost a truly unforgettable woman. Diana Marie Martin, 69, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love that meant so much to her.
Diana ...
Leonard Dawson Harriman
Leonard “Len” Dawson, 73, of Harriman, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center. He was born August 29, 1952. Len was a retired carpenter and proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a man who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially bass fishing and watching spectator sports. He loved sports and enjoyed spending time with his family and those he held dear.
He is survived by his wife, Janice Cramer Dawson; ...
Leonard “Len” Dawson, 73, of Harriman, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center. He was born August 29, 1952. Len was a retired carpenter and proudly served ...
Peggy Henck Harriman
Peggy Edmonds Henck Peggy Edmonds Henck, age 75, of Harriman, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Born on July 4, 1951, Peggy was a lifelong resident of Roane County who cherished her family, her faith, and the simple joys of life. Peggy was of the Baptist faith and lived her life with kindness, quiet strength, and a loving heart. She found happiness in sewing and quilting, creating treasured keepsakes for those she ...
Peggy Edmonds Henck Peggy Edmonds Henck, age 75, of Harriman, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Born on July 4, 1951, ...
Janice Underwood Oak Ridge
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janice Lee Underwood, who entered her Heavenly home on July 29, 2026, at the age of 79.
Janice was born on November 12, 1946, and was a lifelong resident of Oak Ridge, Tennessee. She dedicated many years of service to the Oak Ridge School System, where she worked in the cafeteria at Robertsville Middle School. Janice was a faithful member of New Midway Baptist Church, where she loved her Lord, her church family, and the fellowship she ...
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janice Lee Underwood, who entered her Heavenly home on July 29, 2026, at the age of 79.
Janice was born on November 12, 1946, and was a lifelong ...
Michael Birmley Kingston
Michael Ray Birmley, age 64, of Kingston, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 19, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1962, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Michael was an avid book collector with a passion for learning. He especially enjoyed collecting Army books, cookbooks, gardening books, flower books, and DVDs. In his spare time, he could often be found watching classic Westerns on television or enjoying his extensive DVD collection. He also worked in landscape maintenance in Atlanta, ...
Michael Ray Birmley, age 64, of Kingston, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 19, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1962, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Michael was an avid book collector with ...
Thom Piper, Jr. Kingston
Thom Kindall Piper Jr., age 78, of Kingston, Tennessee passed away on July 16, 2026, after a long battle with Lewy Body and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Born February 3, 1948, in Hollywood, California, Thom lived life to its fullest. A devout Christian for much of his life, he none-the-less found ways to be a prankster and commit mayhem. His wit and sense of humor drew people from all walks of life to him. After many decades, Thom retired from his career as a renowned ...
Thom Kindall Piper Jr., age 78, of Kingston, Tennessee passed away on July 16, 2026, after a long battle with Lewy Body and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Born February 3, 1948, in ...
Amelia Flanders Johnson City / Kingston
Amelia “Susie” Flanders, age 79, of Johnson City, Tennessee, formerly of Kingston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Susie was of the Methodist faith.
Born on January 31, 1947, Susie was a 1965 graduate of Roane County High School. She continued her education at East Tennessee State University, where she completed her pre-pharmacy studies, before earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe, Louisiana. She dedicated ...
Amelia “Susie” Flanders, age 79, of Johnson City, Tennessee, formerly of Kingston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Susie was of the Methodist faith.
Born on ...
Doris Trent Allen Town, MI
Doris Trent, age 92, formerly of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away on July 14, 2026, in Howell, Michigan.
Born on August 17, 1933, in Loving, Georgia, Doris lived a life marked by faith, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was a longtime member of Liberty Baptist Church in Kingston and cherished worshipping there before moving to Michigan to be closer to her children.
Doris enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. She loved reading, crocheting, traveling, and listening to gospel music. ...
Doris Trent, age 92, formerly of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away on July 14, 2026, in Howell, Michigan.
Born on August 17, 1933, in Loving, Georgia, Doris lived a life marked by faith, kindness, ...
Mary Beverly Kingston
Mary Helen Dalton Beverly, lovingly known as “Mimi” to her family and countless others whose lives she touched, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the age of 87.
Born in Big Sandy, West Virginia and raised in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, Mary later made her home in Kingston, Tennessee, where she and the love of her life, Kyle Beverly, built a beautiful life together enjoying 61 years of marriage. Together they created a home rooted in faith, ...
Mary Helen Dalton Beverly, lovingly known as “Mimi” to her family and countless others whose lives she touched, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at ...
Linda Davis Kingston
Linda L. Davis, age 79, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at Roane Medical Center. Born on February 12, 1947, Linda was a lifelong resident of Kingston and a beloved member of the community.
Linda was a graduate of Roane County High School and spent many years working in sewing factories throughout Roane County before beginning a long career with Chase Instruments, where she faithfully worked for over 20 years until her retirement. She was known as a dedicated ...
Linda L. Davis, age 79, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at Roane Medical Center. Born on February 12, 1947, Linda was a lifelong resident of Kingston and a beloved ...
Marion Day Kingston
James Marion Day, age 85, of Kingston, passed peacefully at home on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Marion was born on July 24, 1940 in Kingston to the late, William & Margaret Day. Marion grew up farming and loved anything to do with heavy equipment. He drove a gas truck for Harriman Oil until he started his own business in excavation. He was known & loved throughout his community.
He was a member of Victory Baptist Church and had served many years as a deacon at Edgewood Baptist Church. ...
James Marion Day, age 85, of Kingston, passed peacefully at home on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Marion was born on July 24, 1940 in Kingston to the late, William & Margaret Day. Marion grew up ...
Roger Collins Kingston
Roger Dale Collins, age 79, went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family he cherished above all else.
Roger was born on February 15, 1947, in Sneedville, Tennessee, and spent most of his life in Harriman, Tennessee, where he built a life centered on his faith in God, hard work, and devotion to those he loved.
Roger was a proud United States Army veteran who answered the call to serve after being drafted. He retired from Oak Ridge National Laboratory after ...
Roger Dale Collins, age 79, went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family he cherished above all else.
Roger was born on February 15, 1947, in Sneedville, ...
Joann White Ten Mile
Joann McKinney White, age 68, of Kingston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 30, 1958, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late James and Gladys McKinney.
Joann married the love of her life, Edward Eugene White, in 1983, and together they raised two wonderful daughters. She loved spending time with her family and traveling. Joann especially cherished taking mother-daughter trips with Kathy. She was a loving nana, who enjoyed spending time with her precious ...
Joann McKinney White, age 68, of Kingston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 30, 1958, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late James and Gladys McKinney.
Joann ...
Jewel Gurney Kingston
Jewel Gurney, age 84, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. She was born on December 15, 1941, in Louisiana. Jewel later made her home in Bridge City, Texas, where she and Larry lived for more than 60 years before moving to Kingston in 2021 to be closer to family. Throughout her career, she worked as an Executive Secretary for Polysar Corporation, where she was respected for her dedication and professionalism.
Jewel was a devoted ...
Jewel Gurney, age 84, of Kingston, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. She was born on December 15, 1941, in Louisiana. Jewel later made her home ...
Margie Keeling Harriman
Margie Ann Manke Keeling, age 79, passed peacefully from this life on June 13, 2026, in Spring City, Tennessee, following a courageous nearly fifteen-year journey with Alzheimer’s disease.
Margie was born on January 20, 1947, in Ocala, Florida, to William Frederick Manke and Marjorie Elizabeth Gray Manke. She spent much of her childhood in the Kirkwood community of Atlanta, Georgia, and attended Murphy High School before moving with her family to Stone Mountain during her senior year. ...
Margie Ann Manke Keeling, age 79, passed peacefully from this life on June 13, 2026, in Spring City, Tennessee, following a courageous nearly fifteen-year journey with Alzheimer’s ...
George Loden Harriman
George Loden, of Harriman, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. No services will be held at this time. Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston in charge of all the arrangements.
George Loden, of Harriman, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. No services will be held at this time. Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston in charge ...
William Furlong Rockwood
William (Bill) Furlong of Rockwood TN passed away on June 13, 2026 at the age of 76. Bill was born to Paul and Mary Lorea Furlong in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ed Furlong and sister, Charlotte Jones. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Ellen Furlong; stepbrother, Butch Whiteside, cousin, Carol Leckey, devoted dog Carly and numerous nieces and ...
William (Bill) Furlong of Rockwood TN passed away on June 13, 2026 at the age of 76. Bill was born to Paul and Mary Lorea Furlong in Dayton, Ohio. He ...
Leslie “Les” Yutzy Kingston
Leslie “Les” Dean Yutzy, age 85, of Kingston went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 13, 1940, in Arthur, Illinois, Douglas County. Les was the son of Levi S. Yutzy and Etta Marie Vest Yutzy. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, George Leon Yutzy; and his son, William “Billy” Dean Yutzy. A 1959 graduate of Freedom High School in Freedom, Indiana, Les was an outstanding athlete ...
Leslie “Les” Dean Yutzy, age 85, of Kingston went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 13, 1940, in Arthur, Illinois, ...
Jill Duncan Kingston
Jill Lay Duncan, age 71, of Kingston, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 28, 1954, in Oak Ridge, TN. She married Rick Duncan on March 25, 1972. She trusted Christ as her Savior at the age of 7 and she served the Lord alongside her husband for 54 years as he pastored Baptist churches in Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina. Jill was a sweet Christian and a model pastor's wife. She was an ...
Jill Lay Duncan, age 71, of Kingston, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 28, 1954, in Oak Ridge, TN. She ...
Ida Humphreys Cleveland
Ida Layman Humphreys age 92, of Loudon, TN passed away May 28, 2026, at Sweetwater Hospital. She was born May 1, 1934, in Sweetwater. She retired from the sewing industry and was an excellent seamstress. She made the best chocolate gravy. Her life mission was to share her faith and the love of Christ. Her passion was Jesus and her family. She loved everyone she met and was a caregiver to all. No matter who you were she was a mother to everyone.
Preceded in ...
Ida Layman Humphreys age 92, of Loudon, TN passed away May 28, 2026, at Sweetwater Hospital. She was born May 1, 1934, in Sweetwater. She retired from the sewing industry and was an ...
Carolyn Blank Harriman
Carolyn S. Blank, 75, of Harriman, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Born September 26, 1950, in Harriman, she was a lifelong resident of Roane County. She graduated from Harriman High School and attended Clax Gap Baptist Church as long as her health permitted.
Carolyn spent many years working as housekeeper for Dr. David & Marilyn Stanley. She was a loving mother and enjoyed watching Hallmark movies.
Preceded in death by first husband, ...
Carolyn S. Blank, 75, of Harriman, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Born September 26, 1950, in Harriman, she was a lifelong resident of Roane County. ...
David Brummitt Kingston
David F. Brummitt, age 82, of Kingston, TN, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 18, 2026. He retired from Y-12 after 40 years of work as a welder. He was an avid hunter, camper, fisherman, as well as a vintage car enthusiast.
David is survived by his wife, Bonnie Williams Brummitt of Kingston; and son, William David (Bubba) Brummitt of Palm Harbor, FL.; his aunt, Peggy Jo Miles of Kingston; sister, Margie Shelton of Clinton Township, MI.; brother, George Brummitt ...
David F. Brummitt, age 82, of Kingston, TN, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 18, 2026. He retired from Y-12 after 40 years of work as a welder. He was an avid hunter, ...
Lauren Poole Kngston
Lauren C. Poole (née Smith), 67, of Kingston, TN, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, with her husband, children, and family by her side. She was the heart and soul of her family and devoted her life to caring for others — not only as a nurse, but as a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend. Known for her quick wit and sense of humor, Lauren had a special way of bringing smiles and laughter to everyone around her.
Affectionately known as “Laurie,” she is ...
Lauren C. Poole (née Smith), 67, of Kingston, TN, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, with her husband, children, and family by her side. She was the heart and soul of her family and ...
Delia Emogene Edgemon Ten Mile
Delia Emogene Scates Edgemon, age 93, of Ten Mile went home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 7, 1932 in Knox County, TN. She married Boyd Edgemon of Ten Mile in 1950 and moved to Roane County where she lived for 76 years. Jean, as she was known by many, was a homemaker and raised five children. She spent much of her time working on the farm, cooking meals, gardening, canning, and sewing. She also ...
Delia Emogene Scates Edgemon, age 93, of Ten Mile went home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 7, 1932 in Knox County, ...
Ballard Bailey Kingston
Ballard Bailey, age 83, of Kingston, Tennessee, formerly of Edgarton, West Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. He was born March 25, 1943 in Thacker, West Virginia. He was the son of the late Albert and Dorothy Bailey.
Ballard proudly served his country as a Vietnam veteran in the United States Army. After his service, he worked for many years as a coal miner with McCoy Elkhorn until his retirement. Known for his kindness, ...
Ballard Bailey, age 83, of Kingston, Tennessee, formerly of Edgarton, West Virginia, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. He was born March 25, 1943 in ...
Deborah Humphreys Kingston
Deborah Lynn Humphreys, age 71, of Kingston, passed away suddenly Friday, May 8, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. Although she survived many surgeries and facing more in the near future, she was a fighter who kept going bravely forward. She loved her animals, bird watching and nature in general. She also enjoyed gardening, especially home-grown tomatoes. Deborah had worked as a secretary for several years for the government at UCORE in Oak Ridge. Preceded in ...
Deborah Lynn Humphreys, age 71, of Kingston, passed away suddenly Friday, May 8, 2026 at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. Although she survived many surgeries and facing more in the near ...
Mary Proffitt Harriman
MaryAnn Proffitt, born on January 13, 1948, in Harrogate, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in her home in Harriman, Tennessee, surrounded by her beloved children and grandchildren. After a fulfilling career at the University of Tennessee, from which she retired in her late forties, MaryAnn dedicated her life to her family and her passions.
An avid reader and film connoisseur, MaryAnn had a profound appreciation for the humanities. Her creative spirit was evident in the ...
MaryAnn Proffitt, born on January 13, 1948, in Harrogate, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in her home in Harriman, Tennessee, surrounded by her beloved children and ...
Bill Walden, Jr. Kingston
Bill Walden Jr., age 78, of Kingston, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026 at his home. He was born September 27, 1947 in Rockwood to the late Bill & Jessie Gordon Walden. He loved his family and was always very protective of them. He enjoyed fishing, hunting for ginseng, traveling, playing solitaire, rook, and various other card games. His favorite dessert was coconut cake. Bill had worked several jobs throughout his life including truck driving, logger, ...
Bill Walden Jr., age 78, of Kingston, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026 at his home. He was born September 27, 1947 in Rockwood to the late Bill & Jessie Gordon Walden. He loved ...
David Pennington Kingston
David Pennington, age 83, of Kingston, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026 at his home with his dear wife of 61 years by his side. He was born October 3, 1942 in Elizabethton, Tennessee and was a graduate of South Harriman High School. After high school David joined the United States Air Force where he served his country proudly as a Security Air Police Officer, receiving several decorations, medals, badges, commendations and citations. While serving his county in Germany he ...
David Pennington, age 83, of Kingston, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026 at his home with his dear wife of 61 years by his side. He was born October 3, 1942 in Elizabethton, Tennessee and ...
Marguerite Money Kingston
Marguerite H. Money, age 100, passed peacefully on April 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and quiet service to others. Born on May 30, 1925, she was a child of the Great Depression, a generation marked by resilience, humility, and enduring strength—qualities that shaped her entire life.
A lifelong and active member of First Baptist Church Kingston, Marguerite’s faith was the cornerstone of who she was. She faithfully taught Sunday School for many ...
Marguerite H. Money, age 100, passed peacefully on April 10, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and quiet service to others. Born on May 30, 1925, she was a child of the Great ...
Bobbie Guettner Kingston
Bobbie Joan Thomas Guettner left this world behind on Tuesday April 8 at the age of 86. She flew into the open arms of Jesus at approximately 1:50 in the afternoon, joining her husband, Thomas L. Guettner, who preceded her in death at the age of 62 when she was only 58. She longed for this day for many years, but was determined to work and serve until Jesus called her home.
She will be missed by her children, their spouses, and her grandchildren. Portia Reimer (Jim), ...
Bobbie Joan Thomas Guettner left this world behind on Tuesday April 8 at the age of 86. She flew into the open arms of Jesus at approximately 1:50 in the afternoon, joining her husband, ...
Shelia Alcorn-Self Clinton
Shelia Dianna Alcorn-Self, age 74, of Clinton, TN, arrived to Heaven to be with her son and the Lord on March 20, 2026. She was surrounded by her family as she entered the Pearly Gates. She was brought onto to the Earth by the Lord to bless and touch everyone she came into contact with on November 1, 1951, and lived a life that was centered on love, family, faith, and the simple joys of being close to the people who meant the most to her.
Shelia found happiness in going on trips with her ...
Shelia Dianna Alcorn-Self, age 74, of Clinton, TN, arrived to Heaven to be with her son and the Lord on March 20, 2026. She was surrounded by her family as she entered the Pearly Gates. She was ...
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