WILLIAM ROSCOE WELLS SR.
August 2, 2020
William Roscoe Wells Sr., 76, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020.
He was born April 15, 1944, in Harlan, Ky., to the late Roscoe and Goldie (Gibson) Wells. William served in the United States Army, where he was a cook. He was a retired truck driver with Food Lion. William loved reading his Bible, motorcycles, going fishing on his houseboat, telling stories, and animals.
He is survived by: Daughter, Tonya (Max) Spires; son, William R. Wells Jr.; seven grandchildren, Joseph Baswell, Ashley Smith, Briana Wells, Carla Wells, Courtney Wells, Josh Wells and Taleigha Pearson; four great-great grandchildren, Ashton, Hunter, Emery and Jameson; two sisters, Jeri “Dean” Wells, and Zelma June Wells.
In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by: The mother of his children, Wanda Moore; two sisters, Mary Joyce Wells Leinart and Wilma Lynn Creech Wells; two brothers, Robert Haskell Wells and Fred L. Wells.
William requested that his body be donated to The University of Cincinnati for medical research.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the donor’s choice of charities that support veterans.
DEWEY LEE DISON
August 1, 2020
Dewey Lee Dison, 66, Clinton, passed away Aug. 1, 2020.
He was a member of Frost Bottom Baptist Church and was a Mason with Coal Creek Lodge 492 in Rocky Top.
Dewey loved being outdoors and spent a lot of his free time fishing, racoon hunting and ginseng hunting.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Loas and Dorothy Dison; brothers, Chester Dison and Loas Dison Jr.; and sisters, Ruby Smith, and Pam Braden.
He is survived by and will be greatly missed by: Daughters, Bethany Richards (Marcus), and Kayla Livingston (Owen); brothers, Lonnie Dison (Pat), and Larry Dison (Teddi); sisters, Brenda Waters (Keith), Debbie Dison, and Lisa Erickson (Bret); granddaughter, Arya Livingston; and several extended family members and friends.
A memorial service will be held at the Coal Creek Lodge 492 (103 Pearl St., Rocky Top, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020.
Online condolences for the family may be expressed at jonesmortuaryllc.com.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
SANDRA LYNN GOLDBERG (GOLDMOON)
July 29, 2020
Sandra Lynn Goldberg (Goldmoon) was born Dec. 23, 1955, in Oak Ridge and passed peacefully and surrounded with love July 29, 2020.
A graduate of Oak Ridge High School (1973), Sandi had a passion for gardening, the environment, and animals. She could often be found bird watching. The memory of her will continue on for generations as all who know her spread the love, kindness and compassion she had to others.
Preceded in death by: Parents, Gerald Goldberg and Dorothy Purnell Goldberg; sister, Donna Gail Goldberg; and infant brother, Jerry Purnell.
She is survived by: Sons, Joseph Goldberg (Dana) of California, and Michael Wallace of Oak Ridge; daughter in heart, Ceaira Burkett (Zak); sister, Pam Goldberg Lane (Sid) Clinton; brother, Larry Gustison (Jan) of Boston, Mass.; beloved grandsons, Wyatt and Jamison Goldberg; nephews, Todd and Ben Panter of Clinton, Robert and Rory Gustison; niece, Rebecca Gustison of Massachusetts; aunt, Polly Anderson Purnell of Knoxville; uncle, Johnny Purnell (Connie) of Oak Ridge; very special friends, Glenda Rigdon Glenn and Sandy Glazier; special friends, “a slew of cuzs” and her close friends, the “PBM Sisters” RUMSPRINGAH!!!!!
In lieu of flowers, please plant a tree or flowers in Sandi’s honor.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
FRANK LEON LAYTON
July 28, 2020
Frank Leon Layton passed away July 28, 2020, at the age of 90.
He was a long-time resident of Clinton before moving to Asbury Place in Maryville.
Frank was born to Frank and Leona Layton of Cartersville, Ga., Oct. 10, 1929.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by: Sister, Minerva Layton; and a number of very special aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was married Sept. 2, 1956, to Ruth Ann Shinall Layton. They enjoyed 63 years of marriage.
He is survived by: Beloved wife, Ruth; along with his daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Alan Cummings of Walland; and daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Jack Walker of Farragut; along with a dear first cousin, Carol Davis of Auburn, Ala.
He was a long-time member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in Clinton and will be fondly remembered by his church family there.
Frank had a good, long and happy life, but will be missed by his family who loved him very much and will forever be grateful for his love, guidance and care.
Due to current circumstances, the family chose to have a call-at-your- convenience at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home from noon–4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2020.
Family and friends met at 9:45 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2020, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens for a graveside service at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Frank can be made to Memorial United Methodist Church 323 N. Main St., Clinton, TN 37716 or to Sam Jones United Methodist Church, 100 W. Church St., Cartersvlle, Ga., 30120.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
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ELIJAH THOMAS RAY BRYANT
July 27, 2020
Elijah Thomas Ray Bryant, infant son of Audrey Greenlee and Steven Bryant, was born sleeping at 11:09 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, at The University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.
Elijah was a fighter, weighing 1 lb., 15 ozs., and 15 inches long, had a head full of beautiful hair, long legs and long fingers and toes. He was surrounded in love in the beginning, and also at his end. Elijah is deeply loved by his family, and they will hold him again in Heaven. Elijah will always remain his parents precious baby boy both on Earth and in Heaven.
Elijah's family include: Parents, Audrey Greenlee and Steven Bryant; grandparents, Lisa and Lea Mashburn, Linda and Teddy Bryant, Joey and Kim Greenlee; great-grandparents, Connie and Harlan Nolan, Mary Grubb, Karen Heidel, Jane Mashburn; aunt's and uncles, Ashley Greenlee (Averi), Dwayne Bryant (Shannon, Brandon, Bentley Ashley), and Josh Bryant (Magon, Peyton, Braxton), Cory Bryant (Ashli, Xavier, Zayne), Sierra Bryant (Christian, Zahara), Mike Nolan (Debbie), Gary Nolan (Barbara).
Elijah was welcomed into Heaven by family and friends who have passed before him, and is in the precious arms of Jesus.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the National Kidney Foundation or the March of Dimes in Elijah's memory.
LUCILE HUCKABY
July 25, 2020
Lucile Huckaby, 86, Clinton, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020, at her residence.
Lucile was born Nov. 24, 1933, in Anderson County to the late Everett and Grace Miles Huckaby. Lucile was a member of Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church and of the Salvation Army.
She loved the “Andy Griffith Show,” flowers, holidays, going to church, and children, especially her grandkids.
In addition to her parents, Lucile was preceded in death by her brothers, Jesse and Charles Huckaby.
Survivors: Daughter, Mary Ann Phillips of Clinton; brother, Wayne and Carol Huckaby of Oak Ridge; grandchildren; Angel Long and children Christopher, Maddalynn, and Matthew Henson of Turtle Town; step-granddaughters, Amanda and Tim Smith, Carrie and Robert McGar; special friends, Sharon and Jake Antrican, Sandra Ellis; and a host of other step grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.
The family would like to extend a Special Thank You to the University of Tennessee Hospice Preferred Care, especially to Tina, Greg, Mary, and Amanda for their loving care and support.
Visitation will be from 10- 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2020, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Greg Bennet officiating.
A graveside service will follow the funeral at the Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Powell.
You may also view Lucile’s guestbook online at hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.
MELISSA ANN BARBER
July 25, 2020
Melissa Ann Barber, 54, Rocky Top, passed from this life to her Heavenly home July 25, 2020.
She was a beloved mother, daughter, and sister.
She was preceded in death by: Father, James Golden Sr.; and daughter, Masheeba Starr Barber.
She is survived by and will be greatly missed by: Mother, Georgia Golden of Briceville; loving daughter, Margo A. Oden and spouse Robin Oden; fiancé, Darrell Stocks; sisters, Angie Bunch, Wendy Golden; and brother, Robby Golden; six loving grandchildren; several nieces and nephews with extended family and numerous friends; including sisters by bond, Tina Ward and Nina Patterson.
A memorial service took place at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Rocky Top.
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RALPH E. DANIELS
July 24, 2020
Ralph E. Daniels, 62, Briceville, passed away Friday, July 24, 2020, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center of Knoxville.
He was born Oct. 6, 1957, to Harvey Denton and Hattie Vaudia Norrod Daniels of Clinton.
Ralph was a devoted, faithful husband and father. cherished by his family. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren, cooking, and helping others.
He was a firefighter and board member of Briceville Volunteer Fire Department. Ralph never met a stranger and made a friend to all he met. He was an unwavering Vols fan. Contrary to popular belief, he did not suffer a heart attack when the Vols lost their last football game.
He was preceded in death by: Parents; brothers, Jackie, Roy, Arnold, Doug and Donnie Daniels; sisters, Trula Miles, JoAnn Webber, Daisy Turner and Dimple Trail.
He is survived by: Loving Wife of 41 years, Katherine; son, Michael Shannon and Wife Ashley of Clinton; daughters, Sherry Henderson and Husband Travis of Oak Ridge, Shamicca Phillips and Husband John of Briceville; brothers, David Daniels of Oak Ridge, Darris Daniels and Wife Marie of Briceville; sisters, Patsy Jarnigan and Husband Neil of Clinton, Kathy Burris of Briceville, Katie Fox and Husband Lanny of Norris; grandchildren, Josiah and Levi Daniels, Samantha, Katherine, Clyde “Mack”, and Sarah Beth Delk, Thomas, Amrynn and Jaxson Henderson, Jaelyn, Hayden and Gracelyn Phillips.
He has a host of nieces and nephews who all cherished and loved their Uncle Ralph.
The world is a better place because of Ralph. He will truly be missed.
Visitation was from 6–8 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral was at 8 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Deven Barenette and Charles Golden Sr. officiating.
Family and friends met at Hatmaker Funeral Home Tuesday, July, 28, 2020, at 11:15 a.m. to go in procession to the Oak Grove Cemetery for a noon graveside service.
