OBITUARIES

Dec 12, 2024

JOYCE G. WHALEY, age 69, of Gainesboro, TN passed away on December 12, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Laymon and Clara Whaley. She is survived by two brothers, James Whaley and wife Mary, Ronnie Whaley and wife Pam, and nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather at 12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at...

Dec 3, 2024

Nancy Jo Dennis Love, age 90, of Jefferson City, TN passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024 in her most recent home, Charter Senior Living. She grew up living in Fountain City Knoxville, TN where she attended Smithwood Baptist Church. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Jefferson City where she served many roles and was a...

Dec 3, 2024

Gregory Paul Woods, age 58 of Talbott, TN, passed away on December 3, 2024. He was a member of Brown’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. He served his country in the National Guard. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Brittany Heffner, and father, John Woods. He is survived by his daughter, Chancey Woods, son, Blake Woods, grandchildren, Adalynn Cofer,...

Dec 2, 2024

Aldon Michael Vaughn “Mike”, age 73 of Morristown, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at UT Medical Center. Mike was an employee of Lear Seating and a long-time member of Morningside Baptist Church. Mike is preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Elsie Vaughn, parents, Aldon and Louise Vaughn and sister, Loraine Vaughn Greene.

Survivors include his son,...

Dec 2, 2024

Herbert Howard Norton (Herb), 84, of Dandridge Tennessee passed away Monday, December 2, 2024, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born in Cocke County, TN and was the second youngest of nine children. Born to Ed and Nola Norton. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his brothers Bartley, Roscoe,...

Dec 2, 2024

Myron Willis Speer, age 94 of Dandridge, passed away on the morning of Monday, December 2, 2024 at Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City.

He was born on a farm in Mallard, Iowa on February 1, 1930 to Willis & Blanche Speer. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Dandridge. Mr. Speer was a Conservation Officer for 34...

Nov 28, 2024

Paul Henry Mullins, age 71 of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully at home on November 28, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Elsie Mullins, son, Joshua Mullins, brothers, Ralph, Ray, Junior, Dwayne, Michael, and John Mullins, sisters, Bobbie Day, Shirley Day, Ruby Olson, Denise Seal, and Helen Clifton. He is survived by his wife, Sandra...

Nov 28, 2024

James “Roger” Bishop, age 81, born on March 16, 1943 entered the gates of Heaven on Thanksgiving, November 28, 2024. He served the Army in Vietnam and upon coming home retired from Magnavox. He was an avid fisherman and dove hunter. He was saved at an early age and even in sickness did not want to miss church. He is...

Nov 27, 2024

Kendall Clark (60) of Jefferson City, TN went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family in Knoxville, TN on November 26, 2024 after a brief illness that claimed his earthly life.

He was born in Morristown, TN on August 18, 1964 to Dr. and Mrs. Jack Clark (Carol Curlee) of Newport, TN. He was married to Judy Goodland...

Nov 26, 2024

Deborah L. Gillig, age 68 of Talbott passed away at her home on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 after a lingering illness. She loved gardening, riding motorcycles and traveling. Preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Shirley Williams, Sr. Deborah is survived by her husband, Elwood (Woody) Gillig; children, Michael (Robin) Parker, William (Stephanie) Parker, Amanda (Jamie) Phillips, Elisha Vega, Eric...

Nov 25, 2024

I lift up my eyes to the mountains where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.

My beloved Jon Gibbons passed away on November 25 at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was able to pass away at his home receiving services from Smoky Mountain Hospice...

Nov 25, 2024

Naomi Boggs Cole, age 82 of Strawberry Plains, Tennessee, passed away on November 25, 2024 at home after a long battle with Parkinson’s. She loved to spend her time gardening, solving crossword puzzles, and watching westerns. She was a member of Border City Order of the Eastern Star in Bristol, TN. She was of the Pentecostal Faith. She worked for...

Nov 25, 2024

Billy "Red" Layman, age 62 of Dandridge, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024 at Tennova North Knox Medical Center.

Billy worked as a heavy equipment operator for the Jefferson County Highway Department, most recently driving a dump truck. Prior to that, he had worked many years for the Dandridge Water Department. Even as a child, Billy loved exploring the farm he...

Nov 25, 2024

EVELYN PUGH LIVESAY TILLEY, age 87, of Jefferson City, TN went home to be with the Lord on November 25, 2024, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was saved at an early age, was a member of Eastern Star, worked at the Talbott Post Office, and was retired from J. C. Penney. Preceded in death by her first husband...

Nov 24, 2024

W.C. (Dub) Britt, age 91 died Sunday, November 24, 2024. W. C. was born on September 8, 1933 to Clyde and Pearl Britt. He grew up in White Pine Tennessee. After high school graduation he joined the United States Air Force. He loved ball games and while in the Air Force he played shortstop for the Washington D. C. Headquarters...

Nov 23, 2024

Nov 21, 2024

On November 24, 2024, Roberto “Robert” Zepeda reunited with his late wife of 25 years, Nanette L Zepeda, mother, Delores DeLeon, brothers, and daughter Alyssa B. Zepeda on the city by the bay. As a native of Corpus Christi, Texas, Robert loved the beach, and enjoyed grilling and fishing. Robert’s true passion in life was cooking and his biggest achievement...

Nov 20, 2024

Farrar Funeral Home, Jefferson City

JEFFERY LYNN JENNINGS, JR., age 39, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on November 20, 2024 at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. From his infectious laughter to his cheerful demeanor, Jeff brought immeasurable joy and light to his family. His spirit taught everyone about resilience and hope. Jeff was the fourth-highest rusher in JCHS...

Nov 20, 2024

Thomas John Schumann, a generous man who loved a one-liner, died November 20 from complications following surgery while surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born June 25, 1949, in Ravenna, Ohio, to Mary Elizabeth (Murray) and William Eugene Schumann. Tom spent his formative years in Kent, Ohio, playing with his siblings Judy, Bill, and Susie and helping in his...

Nov 20, 2024

Roy Lee Sams, age 92 of Dandridge, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Mr. Sams was born and raised on his parents’ farm in Dandridge. In his early 20s, he moved to West Palm Beach, Florida where he met his wife, Terry; and raised their three children. Roy was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He later retired from...