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Ruby  Nelson Finley

Ruby Nelson Finley

Dec 12, 2016

RUBY FINLEY NELSON, age 96, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on December 12, 2016 at Jefferson County Nursing Home. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for over 50 years. Preceded in death by husband, Leonard Nelson; parents, Archie and Maude Finley; sister, Bonnie Finley Franklin; brothers, Floyd and Fred Finley; nieces, Robin...

Patsy  Delores Morrisett

Patsy Delores Morrisett

Dec 8, 2016

Patsy Delores Morrisett, age 81, of New Market, TN passed away December 8, 2016, at her home. She was a member of Jefferson City Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Vera Rickard, and husband, Rev. W. R. Morrisett. Survivors include: sons, William A. (Nannette), Philip D. (Debbie), Kevin O. and daughter Alesia (Joel)...

Kenneth  Edward Pate

Kenneth Edward Pate

Dec 7, 2016

KENNETH EDWARD PATE, age 83, departed this life on December 7, 2016. He was born and primarily raised in Jefferson City, TN, and spent part of his early childhood in Knoxville. He graduated from Nelson Merry High School in 1952 before relocating to New York City for several years. Kenneth joined the United States Army in 1958, and served in...

Michael Kearney

Michael Kearney

Dec 7, 2016

MICHAEL KEARNEY, age 54, of New Market, TN passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by father, Robert Kearney. He was an employee of Sevier County Sheriff’s Department, a member of F.O.P. Lodge #61, P.B.A., and was a member of Masonic Lodge #246. He is survived by his wife, Tammy Kearney; daughter, Cynthia...

Kelly Delynn Holt Eden

Kelly Delynn Holt Eden

Dec 7, 2016

KELLY DELYNN “HOLT” EDEN, age 55, of Jefferson City, TN died peacefully after a brief illness, with her sisters by her side, on December 7, 2016. Kelly was a happy, loving person who had many wonderful lasting friendships. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family, spending time with her animals, and enjoyed traveling. Her many friends describe her as...

Charles Evans Mattison

Charles Evans Mattison

Dec 7, 2016

CHARLES EVANS MATTISON, age 74, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at home surrounded by his family. Charles was a member of Boyds Chapel Methodist Church of Jefferson City. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gracie Lee Mattison; brother, Gil Mattison; and mother, Elnora Mattison. He is survived by his daughters, Charlene Z....

Helen D.  Nichols Foster

Helen D. Nichols Foster

Dec 6, 2016

HELEN D. NICHOLS FOSTER, age 91 of Morristown, TN formerly of New Market passed away Tuesday morning, December 6, 2016 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Cecil and Maggie (Wilson) Nichols and was preceded in death by her husband James “Bulldog” Foster; son, Allen Foster; brothers, Joe Nichols, Grady Nichols, Marvin “Bunt” Nichols; daughters-in-law, Sandra Foster...

Martha Raye Sims

Martha Raye Sims

Dec 3, 2016

MARTHA RAYE SIMS, age 82 of Dandridge, TN went to be with the Lord on Saturday afternoon, December 3, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family friends and loved ones. She was a faithful member of the Deep Springs Baptist Church and worked many years at Standard Knitting Mill and retired from Bike Athletic Mfg. Martha Raye was the...

Jerome Paul Harper

Jerome Paul Harper

Dec 2, 2016

JEROME PAUL HARPER, age 78, of New Market, TN passed away on December 2, 2016 after a lengthy illness. He was a member of New Market United Methodist Church. Mr. Harper was a professor of Spanish, Italian and German, and was the Head of the Foreign Language Department at Carson Newman University for 30 years, but his true passion was...

Bonnie Silver Proffitt

Bonnie Silver Proffitt

Nov 30, 2016

BONNIE SILVER PROFFITT, age 100, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Life Care of Jefferson City. Preceded in death by husband, James Proffitt; and son, John Wesley Proffitt. She is survived by daughter-in-law, Sue Proffitt; granddaughters, Angela Johnson and Becky Moore (Doug); four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; many other family and friends, including those at Flat...

Sidney L. Liner

Sidney L. Liner

Nov 30, 2016

SIDNEY L. LINER, age 57, of White Pine, TN passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Sidney was a loving brother and uncle. He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar Clemson and Rosa Lucille Liner; brothers, Grover, George and Harry. He is survived by his brother, Larry Liner; sisters, Joann Pressley, Madelene Holtrop and...

Irene Long Shurden

Irene Long Shurden

Nov 28, 2016

IRENE LONG SHURDEN, age 77, of Jefferson City, TN, died on November 28, 2016 after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Her daughter and husband were present at her bedside when she passed. She was born on October 8, 1939 in Lexington, Mississippi, and moved early in her childhood to Greenville, Mississippi. She graduated from Greenville High School in 1957...

Jeff G. Walker

Jeff G. Walker

Nov 26, 2016

JEFFERY (Jeff) G. WALKER, age 56 of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday afternoon, November 26, 2016 following a brief illness. He was an employee of the CCSE, Inc., in Knoxville and was of the Christian faith. A beloved husband, father, son and brother, he will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Alfred and Inez Walker and Bill...

Clarence James Daniel

Clarence James Daniel

Nov 25, 2016

Clarence James Daniel, age 86 of Rutledge, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2016, at Ridgeview Terrace Nursing Home in Rutledge. He was a member of Nance’s Grove Baptist Church. He was a lifelong farmer and enjoyed growing and selling produce. He was preceded in death by his parents: John J. and Berniece James Daniel. Brothers-in-law: Bill Long ,Dana...

Anna Lee DeLozier

Anna Lee DeLozier

Nov 24, 2016

Anna Lee DeLozier, age 84 of Jefferson City, TN passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at Physicians Regional Hospital. She is preceded in death by her husband, William DeLozier, Sr., parents, Elmer and Lucy Yates Bowman, sister, Frances B. Myers, and brothers, Douglas, Jack, and Charles Bowman. She is survived by her sons, Bill DeLozier, David (Kellie) DeLozier, and...

Geneva "Wells" Tate

Geneva "Wells" Tate

Nov 23, 2016

Geneva Tate, age 102 of Jefferson City, TN passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 28, 2016 at Jefferson Memorial Gardens with Rev. Nathaniel Wilson officiating. Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City, TN (865) 475-3892 www.farrarfuneralhome.com

Cecil F. Lyle

Cecil F. Lyle

Nov 21, 2016

CECIL F. LYLE, age 73 of Dandridge, TN passed away suddenly Monday, November 21, 2016. He was a member of the Cosby Church of God. Cecil was the son of late Ollie and Mae Lyle and was preceded in death by his wife, Frankie Lyle; son, Tommy Lyle, infant son, Cecil Lyle and great granddaughters, McKenzie and Madison Cureton; sister,...

Katherine "Kitty" Elizabeth Fraker

Katherine "Kitty" Elizabeth Fraker

Nov 21, 2016

Katherine (Kitty) Elizabeth Fraker, born May 8, 1937 in Jefferson City, TN went to her heavenly home on Monday, November 21, 2016. Kitty was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Jefferson City. She was the daughter of Albie and Dena Hodgson Fraker. She is the mother of Donna, Don, Christy and Candace; "Gram" of Katie, Beth, Austin and...

Doris Marie Spoone

Doris Marie Spoone

Nov 17, 2016

Doris Marie Spoone, age 81 of Dandridge, TN entered into her eternal home on Thursday, November 17, 2016, with her loving family by her side. She loved her church and was a faithful member of Deep Springs Baptist Church and looked forward to attending church every time the doors were open. She loved children and was in charge of the...

Thomas W. "Bud" Graham

Thomas W. "Bud" Graham

Nov 17, 2016

Thomas W. (Bud) Graham of Dandridge, TN left this earth on 11/17/2016 to join his bride in heaven for their 72nd Anniversary. Thomas was 90 yrs old and preceded in death by his beloved wife Kathleen. He was the last survivor of his 10 siblings. Bud is survived by two sons: Ronnie and wife, Lynn Graham from Ootlewah and Ricky...

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