HAROLD ‘DUKE’ FRANCES BOURGEOIS
July 24, 2020
Harold “Duke” Frances Bourgeois, 71, Blaine, passed away July 24, 2020, at his residence.
He was born to Arthur Adrian and June Ferdinand Bourgeois on Jan. 1, 1949, in Burlington, Vt. Harold was an aerospace engineer and he loved playing the drums.
He is survived by: Wife of 25 years, Beverly Kesterson of Blaine; sons, Benny Lucas of Greenboro, N.C.; daughters, Jennifer Bourgeois of California, Lisa Vonbush of California, Carol Monore of Anderson County, Candy Metcalf of Claxton; brother, Arthur Michael Bourgeois; sisters, Jacquline Greene, June Terkoski, Judith Lenoard; nine grandchildren; two reat-grandchildren; a host of family, friends, and relatives.
Visitation was from 5–7 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2020, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home chapel.
Funeral was at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jimmy Effler officiating.
THOMAS VOWELL
July 22, 2020
Thomas Vowell, 73, Rocky Top, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at his home.
He was born Aug. 4, 1946, in Lake City to Thomas Sherman and Bessie Foust Vowell.
Thomas was a carpenter for the Local 50 Carpenters Union. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was a member of Guiding Star Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by: Siblings, Glenn Foust, Retha Phillips, Ulys Vowell, Eva Disney, Jean Vowell; and great-grandchild, Logan Leinart.
He is survived by: Wife of 54 years, Phyllis Vowell; children, Tammy and Billy Simpson, Jerry Vowell and Deana, Daniel Vowell and Amanda; siblings, Jimmy Vowell and wife Janice, Mary Cox and husband J.C., and Sarah Carroll; grandchildren, Joshua and wife Brandi, Jeremiah, Cody and wife Katrina, Christopher and wife Kayla, Andrew, Bryson, Victoria and husband William, Betheny, Lyssa; great-grandchildren, Ace, Walker, Luke, Willow, and Layla; loving dog, Scooby; several nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends.
The family received friends from 5–7 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2020, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Rocky Top with the funeral following at 7 p.m.
Family and friends wishing to attend his graveside service met at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, and traveled in funeral procession to his burial at his home for a 2 p.m. interment.
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TINA MICHELLE BEAN SELLERS
July 22, 2020
Tina Michelle Bean Sellers, 49, Rocky Top, passed from this life to her heavenly home July 22, 2020.
Tina was of the Baptist faith. She was a beloved mother, daughter and sister.
She was preceded in death by: Mother, Monie Bean.
She is survived and will be greatly missed by: Children, Jonathan Sellers and Robin Sellers; father, Jackie Ray Bean (Jackie); brothers, Jackie Ray Bean Jr.(Reeya), Jeff Bean (Janet) and Homer Bean (Christina); extended family and numerous friends.
The family received friends from 5–7 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020, in the chapel at Jones Mortuary.
A funeral was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at Island Home Baptist Church in Norris, with interment following at Miller Cemetery.
Online condolences for the family may be left at jonesmortuaryllc.com.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of arrangements.
TIMOTHY GORDON BURMEISTER
July 16, 2020
Timothy Gordon Burmeister, 60, Clinton — our beloved brother, passed away unexpectedly at his home July 16, 2020.
We know he has been taken home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ to rest safely in His arms.
He was born on July 15, 1960, in New London, Wisc., the son of Gordon and Dorothy (Boehm) Burmeister.
Tim was always looking to the heavens gazing at the stars. He loved motorcycle rides and loved teasing his sister about her Harley. He was an avid World War II buff, constantly reading and researching the subject. Tim was a good chess player and belonged to a local chess club. He challenged himself by having several games going in his home at once, his best opponent was himself.
He is survived by: Big brother, Philip Burmeister (Barbara Kain) of Davenport, Fla.; loving sister, Julie Herning (Michael) Pulaski of Wisconsin; two nephews, Seth Herning and Jacob Herning; niece, Khrys Riley (James) of Wisconsin Rapids; aunt, Mardell Boehm of New London, Wisc.; and special friends, Vicki Nowak (Joel) of Appleton, Wisc.; and his former wife and good friend, Sandra Szot of Andersonville.
He is also survived by many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles.
Memorial service to be held at Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 E, Quincy St. New London, Wisc., at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020.
Family and friends may call from 9–11 a.m. with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Pastor William Heiges will be officiating.
You gave no one a last farewell, nor ever said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God took you home.
YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.
LISA DANIEL
July 12, 2020
Lisa Daniel, 52, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 12, 2020.
She was born April 25, 1968, and lived her whole life in this area.
Lisa was an LPN at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge for more than 15 years. She was of the Baptist faith. She loved crafts, coloring, writing and her dogs, Missy and Marshall.
Lisa was preceded in death by: Maternal grandparents, Mable and J.D. Phillips; paternal grandparents, Elsie and J.R. Loy; and special friend, Steve Ballard.
She is survived by: Father, Kenneth Loy of Oak Ridge; mother, Wanda Phillips of LaFollette; children, Bridget Hembree and husband David of Halls, Whitney Sheldon and husband Daniel of Coalfield, Josh Daniel of Coalfield, and Alyssa Armstrong and husband Zack of Rocky Top; grandchildren, Michael, Gracie, Javin, Izach, Noah, Andrew, Isaiah, Brooklyn, Caydin, Joslyn, Blake, Addisyn, Ryleigh and Brynlee; fiancé and caregiver, Frank Cook; brothers, Ray Idles and wife Beth, David Idles and wife Lori, Rodney Loy, Jeremy Loy, and Kenneth Loy Jr.; sister, April Idles; and also by nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
The family received friends from 11 a.m.–noon Friday, July 17, 2020, at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs.
Graveside service followed visitation at 12:45 p.m. at Liberty Missionary Baptist Church in Heiskell with Pastor Doug Munsey officiating. Premier Sharp Funeral Home served the Daniel family.
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ROGER THORPE DUNCAN
June 10, 2020
Roger Thorpe Duncan, 73, Clinton, left this world early Wednesday morning, June 10, 2020.
He was born May 17, 1947, and lived his entire life in Anderson County. Roger enjoyed westerns, gospel and country music, and watching the University of Tennessee Vols football games. He was a member of Laurel Grove Missionary Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by: Mother, Lucy Duncan Stuck; step-father, Floyd Stuck; grandmother, Sarah Dovie Lively Duncan; and grandfather, Sammie Duncan, who raised him along with several other family members.
Mr. Duncan is survived by: Daughter, Sara Duncan and boyfriend Eric Russell (caregivers) of Clinton; and son and daughter-in-law, Roger Tyler Duncan and Emily Roeder Duncan of Knoxville.
He will be missed by many.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Martha and Eric Russell and Avalon Hospice for their care and support.
Visitation will be held from 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Laurel Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Briceville with the Rev. Charlie Green officiating.
LARRY THOMAS SMITH JR.
June 10, 2020
Larry Thomas Smith Jr., 49, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.
Larry was a devoted father to his only child, Cyleigh Grace Marie, age 12. He loved to fish and cook, anyone who knew him knew he was a great chef. Larry loved spending time with family and friends. He was a member of Faith Promise Church and a longtime employee of Breeding Insulation Company of Knoxville.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Larry Thomas Smith Sr., and mother, Grace Marie Smith.
He is survived by his daughter Cyleigh, and lifetime friends, Kevin Tipton, David Bowen and Curtis Ward.
Larry will have a graveside service at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Byrd’s Chapel Cemetery, 11270 Yarnell Road, Knoxville.
Everyone is welcome to attend. The service will be officiated by Pastor Waylon Payne.
In lieu of flowers, Cyleigh asks that donations be made to help with funeral expenses. If you would like to assist, please contact Jackson Funeral Services, PO Box 91, 7071 Knoxville Hwy. Oliver Springs, TN 37840, 865-435-3800.
To leave a note for Larry’s family or to sign the online guestbook please visit jacksonfuneralservices.com
LUCY 'JANE' STOOKSBURY
June 10, 2020
Lucy “Jane” Stooksbury, 76, Andersonville, passed away at home June 10, 2020.
Jane was a true farm girl who loved her cows and dogs dearly.
She was preceded in death by: Parents John and Artie Mastern; and sister, Alta Joan Stooksbury.
Jane is survived by: Brothers, Russell Stooksbury and his wife Glendora of Andersonville, Gary Stooksbury and his wife Barbara of Andersonville, Michael W. Stooksbury and his wife Patti of Maynardville; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
In Lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made in her memory to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at jonesmortuaryllc.com
