CARL EDWARD “EDDIE” LAWSON
July 24, 2025
Carl Edward “Eddie” Lawson, 53, of Clinton passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. He was born June 21, 1972, in Knoxville to Larry D. Lawson of Knoxville and Margaret E. Lawson of Clinton.
Eddie was a small-engine mechanic who loved restoring vintage lawnmowers.
Known affectionately as “Mower Man,” he was often seen mowing or working in the yard. A 1991 graduate of Clinton High School, Eddie will be remembered for his love of helping others in the community.
He is survived by his brother, Larry D. Lawson Jr. of Vonore; stepmother, Judy A. Lawson of Knoxville; stepbrothers, Brian Davis and Chris Davis, both of Knoxville; and cousins, Leigh Ann, Judy K., Edwina, Becky and Brenda. He also leaves behind a host of extended family members whom he loved and cherished.
The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. A celebration of life service followed in the chapel.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.
KENNETH WAYNE CHILDRESS
July 24, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Childress, 77, of Clinton went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
He was a member of Lone Mountain Missionary Baptist Church in Andersonville.
Kenneth was a loving father, grandfather and boyfriend. He had a long career with the state of Tennessee.
After retirement, he enjoyed buying lottery tickets and tinkering around the house. He also worked at the Senior Center, where he spent time with friends and drinking coffee.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Childress; parents, Curtis and Irene Childress; brothers, Jack, David and Jimmy Childress; and an infant sister.
He is survived by his children, Kenneth Childress Jr., Michael Childress, Adam Childress and wife Brittany, Michelle Goodman and husband Roger, and Eddie Childress and wife Kayla; grandchildren, Trey Childress, Colbie Childress, Daniel Childress, Harper Childress, Bailee Childress and Bristol Goodman; and his girlfriend and special companion, Brenda Kuziak. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 27, 2025, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton. The funeral followed. The Revs. Freddie Bean and Matt Childress officiated.
A graveside service and interment were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church cemetery.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is honored to serve the Childress family.
MARY ELIZABETH CATE
July 7, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Cate of Powell passed away on July 7, 2025, at her home. She was born May 10, 1943, in Anderson County to Joe and Elizabeth Moore. Mary was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Cecil Cate; sons, Darryl Cate and Bruce Cate; and several nieces and nephews.
The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 14, 2025, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cate family.
OAKLEY ZANE MONTAGUE
July 5, 2025
Oakley Zane Montague passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024. He was a beautiful little boy who was deeply loved by his family.
Oakley enjoyed feeding the goats, chickens, ducks and dogs alongside his dad.
Above all, he adored his siblings and will be dearly missed by family.
He is survived by his parents, Jackie Montague and George “Chip” Montague; siblings, Maximus Montague, Hendrix Montague, Madison Colby and Evan Colby; grandparents, Elizabeth and Fritz Fetner, and George and Barbara Montague; aunts and uncles, Michelle and Charles Griffin, Ashley Hann and Scott James, Shelley Rothe, and Lisa and Rhys Samson. He is also survived by several cousins and other extended family and friends.
The family is planning a memorial service to be held at a later date.
Gale Richard Engelke
July 4, 2025
Gale Richard Engelke, 69 of Powell passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. Gale was a devout Lutheran and a committed follower of Jesus Christ.
He had a long, successful career as a graphic artist, page designer and editorial cartoonist for E.W. Scripps newspapers in Florida, Colorado and Tennessee, including the News Sentinel in Knoxville and the Rocky Mountain News in Denver
Most recently, he was a graphic artist and designer for The Courier News in Clinton, from which he retired in 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul John and Ruby Mae Engelke, and brother, Russel. He is survived by his wife Rhonda Harbin; siblings, Roger Engelke, Sandi Reichling, Milton (Virginia) Engelke, Marvin (Elaine) Engelke, Gary (Eileen) Engelke, and Cindy (Alan) McReynolds; also leaving behind multiple nieces and nephews; his dearly loved dogs, Fletcher and Bandit; and a host of other farm critters. A special thank you to Gale’s extended family, Alex and Theresa Joseph, Peggy Laxton and Jeffrey Moser.
The family will receive friends on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Powell Chapel, with a service to follow at 1 p.m. The Rev. Mike Harbin will be officiating with music by Tim and Jodi Harbin. An interment will follow at 3 p.m. at Oak Ridge Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations to be made to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley and Faith -n- Friends.
Pallbearers include Luke Harbin, Isaac Harbin, Alex Joseph, Jeffrey Moser, Tim Harbin, and Perry Harbin.
Mynatt Funeral Home, Powell Chapel is honored to serve the family of Gale Engelke.
Jimmy Jeffers
July 3, 2025
Jimmy Jeffers, 84, of Clinton passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
He was born on March 7, 1941, in Elk Valley, Tennessee, to Lawrence and Clara Jeffers. Jim loved Elk Valley and maintained a home place there for most of his life. Early in life, he enjoyed showing his Tennessee walking horse, Brandy, winning numerous trophies and ribbons.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Jeffers; his parents, Lawrence and Clara Jeffers; and brothers, Dan and Fred Jeffers.
He is survived by his children, Steve Jeffers (Carol), Keith Jeffers (Amy), Saundra Rodgers (Steven), and Kevin Jeffers (Becky); grandchildren, Brittney Jeffers, Lauren Williams (Chuck), Zachary Jeffers, Maggie Jeffers, Skyler Roberts (Spencer), Patrick Adcox, Sarah Howard (Jeff), Brock Beaty (Alex), Sawyer Reed, Shawnee Reed, Isabella Rodgers, and Stevie Rodgers; and great-grandchildren, Elijah, Nolan, Madison, Kolton, River, Maverick and Ryan.
The family met at Stanfield Cemetery in Pioneer, Tennessee, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. for an 11 a.m. graveside service.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton, Tennessee, is honored to serve the Jimmy Jeffers family.
Pamela Jan Baird Kite
July 1, 2025
Pamela Jan Baird Kite, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 1, 2025.
Pam was born on Feb. 23, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Garrett Baird Jr. and Pauline Baird. She moved to Solway, Tennessee, as a child.
An adventurous spirit, Pam enjoyed reading, climbing trees and playing basketball. She graduated from Karns High School in 1972.
On Feb. 13, 1983, she married H. Terrence “Terry” Kite in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. They met in 1982 at the Oak Ridge Playhouse during a production of “Arsenic and Old Lace,” where Pam was the stage manager and Terry was the props manager.
Pam had an eclectic career, working as a telephone operator, photographer, executive assistant and more. Her favorite job was with Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a technician, where she enjoyed the challenges of technical writing and editing and was cited in several scientific publications.
She was an active volunteer with many organizations, including Girl Scouts, where she led a troop for more than 10 years. A craft virtuoso, Pam was proficient in ceramics, painting, photography, millinery, beadwork, lacemaking and all types of fiber arts.
She was a member of the Foothills Craft Guild and enjoyed teaching, demonstrating and participating in shows. She loved learning about historical fiber arts processes and techniques, including lacemaking, spinning, weaving and knitting. She published articles and patterns in books and magazines and taught local fiber arts classes.
Pam is survived by her husband of 42 years, Terry Kite; her children, Christa (Sean) Kavanagh, Gareth (Aliana) Kite, and Cameron (Rebecca) Kite; and 12 beloved grandchildren, Michael, Rachel, John Harvey, Ellie, Mariah, Bethany, Mackenzie, Rosaya, Alec, Aidan, Garrett and Ethan. She is also survived by many friends and loved ones.
David Michael “Crash” Daugherty
June 28, 2025
David Michael “Crash” Daugherty, 67, of Oliver Springs passed away June 28, 2025, with his family by his side, going home to be with the Lord.
David was the fourth child of Litton and Audrie Daugherty and was a lifelong resident of the Oliver Springs area. He was a journeyman ironworker and proud member of Ironworkers Union Local 384 for more than 40 years, retiring in 2009.
Throughout his career, he worked on many structures in the Knoxville region. David also enjoyed gardening, fishing and building projects, including the home he and his wife shared for nearly 20 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandparents, Luther and Mary Daugherty, and Charles “Driver” and Bonnie Coker Coday.
David is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Laura Daugherty; daughter, Cody Nicole Kitts and husband Chris; son, Joshua David Daugherty and wife Hannah; grandchildren, Mackenzie Grace Kitts and Carter David Kitts.
He is also survived by his siblings, Bruce Daugherty and wife Vicki, Pat Stiltner and husband Barry, and Billy “Duff” Daugherty and wife Mickey; nieces and nephews, Matthew Stiltner, Jason Stiltner, Nathan Daugherty, Erin Forgette, Drew Daugherty and Ashley Kitchings; and 16 great-nieces and nephews.
David leaves behind a host of friends and special cousins, including Vernon and Wanda Phillips, Dickie Hite and Frankie Hite, as well as his brother-in-law, Sam Kitchings, and sister-in-law, Leona Kitchings.
The family extends its gratitude to Quality Private Duty Care and a special thank you to Danielle Bennett, RN, for her exceptional care during this time.
Above all, David loved his family and treasured the time he spent with his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Sharp Funeral Home. The funeral and burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 7, at Anderson Memorial Gardens.
Sharp Funeral Home is proud to be serving the Daugherty family.
