Lloyd “Eddie” McConkey
Lloyd “Eddie” McConkey, 84, of Rocky Top passed away peacefully Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026. He was born Feb. 24, 1941, in Sweetwater, Tennessee, to Lloyd and Ruth McConkey.
Eddie was the longtime owner and operator of Eddie’s Barber Shop in Clinton. He devoted many years to his work as a barber, serving the community with skill and kindness.
He enjoyed life on the farm, raising cattle, and camping, pursuits that brought him great joy. Eddie was a member of Glade Spring Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Elizabeth Braden and Billie Shelby; his brother, James McConkey; his nephews, Michael Braden and Mark McConkey; and his niece, Myra Glandon.
Survivors include his wife, Leona McConkey of Rocky Top; sister, Virginia Richards of Knoxville; special nephews, Jeffrey Braden and Randy Braden; and several nieces, cousins, friends and other family members.
A graveside service was be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, with the Rev. Chris Stanley officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
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