All Obituaries

Michael Alan Wallace, age 61 of Oak Ridge, passed away peacefully at his home after a brief battle with cancer on Thursday, December 13, 2018.  He was born March 8, 1957 in Oak Ridge and was a professional painter up until the time of his death.  Mike attended Oak Ridge High School.    He had a loving and generous nature and was loved by all who knew him.  He enjoyed fishing in his spare time and was an avid motorcyclist.  If you were friends with Mike, you...

Mary Louise (Bates) Brock was born April 9, 1938 in Morgan County, TN. She went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2018. She was preceded in death by parents, John Wesley, Sr. and Annie Mae (Luttrell) Bates; Her brothers, Leslie, LC, John W. Jr. and Milford Bates; her sisters, Thelma Faye and Dorothy Alene Conrad and step-granddaughter, Elizabeth Hopper.   Louise leaves behind her husband of 61 years, Samuel Richard Brock; Daughter, Theresa Brock and her husband, Jimmy...

Lafayette Elijah “Fate” Pate, age 86 of Oak Ridge, passed away at Life Care of Morgan County on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.  He was lovingly known as Pop by many of his family members. He was born in Ducktown, Tennessee in 1932.  He was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served during the Korean Conflict.  Fate married Ellen Emogene Kirk during his time in the military.  He began his career at the Y-12 National Security complex where he retired after 38 years. ...

Bruce E. Phillips Sr., age 55 of Oliver Springs passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018.  He was born and raised in New River, Tennessee.  He was employed with Duncan Construction.  He was also a truck driver and was considered a “Jack of all Trades”.  Bruce was a workaholic but in his spare time loved to play horseshoes. He is preceded in death by his father, Earl Phillips, 3 baby sisters and grandson, Jaxon Hensley.   Bruce is survived by his mother,...

  Church Henry “C.H.” Smith, age 92 passed away at his home in Oliver Springs, Sunday, November 11, 2018.  He was born in Windrock, Tennessee, September 5, 1926.  He served our Country in the U.S. Army in World War II.  C.H. was involved in many things throughout his career including driving a school bus, postal carrier, owner of Downtown Hardware, part owner at Oliver Springs Mining Company, part owner of Tri County Shopping Center, Board of Directors for...

Porter Bass, age 73 passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at U.T. Medical Center in Knoxville. He grew up in Oliver Springs and worked as a  heavy equipment operator for Crete Carrier and a truck driver.  He was a member of the National Guard.  Porter loved spending time with his family especially at the beach, going to carnivals and fairs.  He enjoyed painting and ceramics.  Through his illness, Porter always kept his sense of humor and loving...

Mr. Lawrence Wick, age 69 of Ten Mile, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at the Harriman Care and Rehab. Larry was born on June 1, 1949. Larry was a Vietnam Veteran and served in the Army and Marines. He was loved by many and will be missed.      Larry was preceded in death by his Mother, Alice Baney, Father, Lawrence Wick, Step-father, William Baney and sister, Pat Bridges.   He is survived by his son, Chris (Beth) Wick of Ten Mile, daughter, Cindy (Clay)...

Glen “Gomer” Sheldon of Oakdale was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Born on May 24, 1952 to Kenneth and Mary Sheldon. Glen touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Glen married Linda Fritts in 1971 and raised three amazing children. He was very dedicated to his children and grandchildren in all aspects of their lives. He taught them everything that he knew so they could benefit from is...

Annabelle Dayton, loving mother, grandmother, and sister died October 1, 2018 at age 93. Annabelle loved to crochet and sew. She always looked for the best in people.   Annabelle was preceded in death by her parents, Lena Mae Desmarais and Henry Rivait; First husband and father of her children Ray Jewhurst, second husband, Donald Dayton; siblings, Clare Falkner (Fred), Paul Rivait, Geraldine Rivait; brother-in-law, Jean Paul Lefaive, John Sholund, Norm Rowe; sister-in-law, Peggy...

Jamie Bryan Jones, age 45 of Coalfield, passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 29, 2018. He was a Coalfield High School graduate and worked as a small engine mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars and was a great craftsman who could create or repair anything. He was referred to by his family and friends as a “jack of all trades”.  But most importantly, Jamie was a kind-hearted, loving man who never met a stranger and loved his family. He was preceded in death by his...