MARY LANE
September 1, 2020
Mary Lane, 95, Oak Ridge, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2020, at Diversacare of Oak Ridge.
She was born in Clinton to the late James Cecil and Bessie Irene Brock Taylor. She was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. She was also a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton for many years. Mary loved her family, church and reading.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by: Husband, Hardin Seaton Lane; sister and brother-in-law, Helen and James A. Coleman.
Survived by: Sons, Buster Lane wife Ellen, Mike Lane wife Bridget; grandchildren, Tyler Lane, Taylor Lane wife Jenny, Mary Alice Lane; great-grandchildren, Bennett Lane and Harper Lane; nephew, Al and Vickie Coleman.
In lieu of flowers the family as that donations be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 5401 Kingston Pike Suite 230 Knoxville, TN 37919
Mary’s services will be private.
ROBERT HAYES RABY
August 21, 2020
Robert Hayes Raby, 93, Clinton, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord with his daughter by his side Aug. 21, 2020, at Diversacare of Oak Ridge.
Mr. Raby was born on Oct. 20, 1926, to his late parents, Elmer and Dora Raby. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army. He was a member of Poplar Creek Baptist Church where he served as a dedicated deacon doing service for the Lord. Mr. Raby was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Alpha Lodge #376 in Clinton for more than 50 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. He will always be remembered for his heart of gold and was always and willing to help anyone in need.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by: Wife of 40 years, Hazel Braden Raby; daughter, Judy Williams; granddaughter, Tracy Brewer; stepmom, Maggie; brothers, C.B. Raby, Boyd Raby and Clyde Raby; sisters, Burnett Nichols and Florence Hendren.
He is survived and will be greatly missed by: Daughter, Rebecca Andrews and husband Bill of Clinton; grandsons, Phillip Andrews and wife Krystal of Knoxville, John Andrews and wife Heather of Knoxville, and Robert Andrews of South Carolina; granddaughter, Samantha Williams of Oak Ridge; sister-in-law, Claudia Braden of Lewisburg; great-grandchildren, Wyatt Andrews, Olivia Andrews, Aubrey Andrews, Braden Andrews, Chloe Brewer, Loki Brewer and Jessamyn Duncan; three great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, in the chapel at Jones Mortuary with a funeral service to follow. F
Family and friends will gather at Sunset Cemetery at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020, for interment with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made in his memory to Poplar Creek Baptist Church 490 Marlow Circle Clinton, TN 37716.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
Online condolences for the family may be expressed at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
DONALD DELONIS DEW
August 21, 2020
On Aug. 21, 2020, Donald Delonis Dew, 81, Andersonville, went to the place that Jesus had been preparing for him.
Donald leaves a legacy of love and service to his Lord, his family, and his friends. Jesus was the center of his life and his family rejoices that he is now in His presence. We give thanks to the Lord for the gracious way that He brought Donald home easily and peacefully.
He waits in Heaven for: His wife of 61 years, Judy Miller Dew; his sons and their wives, Jeff and Ramona of Knoxville, Joel and Kendra of Powell, Greg and Kelly of Mt. Juliet, and Kevin of Chattanooga.
He also leaves behind: 10 grandchildren, Hannah Phillips (Derek), Mary Elizabeth, Katlyn Smith (Max), Kelsey Stepp (Clark), Sam, Maddie, Miller, Tate, Brooke, and Reece; three great-grandchildren, Judson, Juliana, and Wyatt; as well as brother, James (Juanita); and sisters-in-law, Betty Disney and Lorene Dew.
The family received friends at the Norris First Baptist Church from 10 a.m. – noon, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, with the funeral service following at noon.
His graveside service followed at the Norris Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to Norris First Baptist Church or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
ALMA ‘AUNTIE’ JEAN MAY
August 19, 2020
Alma “Auntie” Jean May, 89, Clinton — heaven gained an angel Aug. 19, 2020.
She was born April 24, 1931, to the late Luther and Dixie Webber May. Alma was a member of Farmers Grove Baptist Church, where she was the Sunday school treasurer and loved her church family. Alma was a very special lady to her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, Alma was preceded in death by: Brother, Ostes May; and nephew, Joel May.
Survived by: Nieces, Mary Gibson and husband Melvon, Dixie Bumgardner, Sandra Taylor; special great-nephew, Wesley Gibson and wife Elizabeth; nephew, James May and wife Wendy; great-nieces, April Tinker and Amanda Dotson; great-nephew, B.J. Dotson; a host of other family and friends.
The family would like to thank all the PCM nurses for all their love and care during Ms. Alma’s sickness.
The family received friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton with the funeral service following at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Bobby Metcalf officiating.
Family and friends met at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, to go in funeral procession to the Farmers Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
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BARBARA CUNNINGHAM WILLIAMS
August 19, 2020
Barbara Cunningham Williams, 80, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She was born in Clinton to the late Alexander and Bertha Marie Brittle Cunningham. Barbara was a member of Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church and retired from Hoskins Drug Store after working there for 17 years.
In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by: Husband, Charlie Williams; and sister, Nancy Cunningham.
Survived by: Sons, Bobby Cunningham, David Cunningham and wife Phyllis; sister, Joan Smith and husband Roy; brother, Larry Cunningham; grandchildren, Kayla Dawn Cunningham, Mathew Cunningham and Cheyann Chandler; great-grandchildren, Kenzlee Nix and Cooper Nix; several nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends.
Barbara’s interment was held at Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery at 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2020.
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GEORGIA LORENE HILL COX
August 19, 2020
Georgia Lorene Hill Cox, 98, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2020.
She was born Oct. 20, 1921, in Loyston to the late L.G. “Gip” Hill and Bessie Stooksbury. She was a member of Hinds Creek Baptist Church and worked at Magnet Mills in Clinton and Davis Manufacturing Company Inc. in Knoxville. She loved working her garden with her flowers and also loved her dog, cats, and crocheting.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, Charles Elmore Cox; son, Daniel E. Cox; brothers, Vaughn Hill, Carson Hill, and Billy Hill; sisters, Retta Mae Hill Hickson and Gertrude Hill Stokes.
She is survived by:Son, Charles Ed Cox; grandchildren, Matthew Cox and wife Jackie, Amy Fox and husband Jim, and Denice Satterfield and husband Gerald; great-grandchildren, Charleigh Saige Cox, Lainey Cox, Daniella “Dana” Cox, Dalton Sams, Ryle Sams, Gracie and Cate Satterfield; daughter-in-law, Mrs. Daniel (Cathy) Cox; siblings, Mary June Hill Hillon, Letta Lou Hill Graham, and Jack Hill
The family received friends from 3 – 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home with funeral services following in the chapel.
Her graveside was at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, at Norris Memorial Garden.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
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WILLARD RALPH SHELTON JR.
August 15, 2020
Willard Ralph Shelton Jr., better known as “Willie,” Powell, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.
Willie played football with the Carson Newman College. He loved NASCAR and any kind of racing. Willie sponsored Lenoir City Elementary School Stop, Drop and Roll Program, also the Claxton and Clinton Optimist Clubs. He was a big supporter of the Kerbela Temple Lenoir City Chapter. Willie was an Eagle Scout leader with Claxton, Clinton and Lake City groups. He enjoyed camping and boating. Willie was the owner of A-Plus Paint and Body Shop in Lenoir City.
Willie was preceded in death by: Parents, Willard Sr. and Earleen Shelton.
He is survived by: The love of his life, best friend and soul mate, Cindy Shelton of Clinton; stepson, Zachary Murray of Clinton; stepdaughter, Amber Renee Scott of Oak Ridge; sisters, Kathy Nogradi and husband Scott of Clinton, and Dianna Eldridge of Clinton; nieces, Molly and Harliegh; nephews, Paul, James, and Will; and a host of friends.
Willie’s family will receive his friends from 5 – 8 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, in the chapel of Jones in Clinton.
His interment will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at Oak Ridge Memorial Park in Oak Ridge.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
ROBERT GLENN GILLIAM
August 15, 2020
Robert Glenn Gilliam, 63, Clinton, went to be with his Lord and Savior Aug. 15, 2020.
He was the son of the late Billy D. and Shelby (Braden) Gilliam.
Left to cherish his memory are: Wife of 39 years, Alice; son, Tyler (Savannah); grandchildren, Easton and Brinleigh, who were the absolute light of his life; step-grandchildren, Colten and Allie Stubbs; sister, Phyllis Gilliam; brother in-law, Mike Adkins and wife Irma; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.
Glenn loved his country and joined the US Air Force in 1975. He had a long career in law enforcement working at the Anderson County Sherriff Department, Clinton Police Department, and internationally in Kosovo, Lebanon, Haiti and Iraq. He was honored by the US State Department in July 2004 for extraordinary courage and dedication as a Police Officer with the United Nations in Kosovo. In August, 2004, he received the Commanders Award for Public Service from the US Army. In 1998 he was recognized as one of the nation’s top police officers, representing Tennessee and received the Top Cop Award in Washington, D.C. He loved his brothers and sisters in blue.
Nothing gave him more joy and happiness than spending time with his grandkids who he adored. Whether at the ball field, dance recitals, or at home playing with them, being with them was his heaven on earth. He especially loved their Saturday night sleep overs and taking them to church. Glenn never met an old truck he didn’t like and enjoyed working on his truck with “truck buddies.” Glenn was a Christ follower and a member of Main Street Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital to fight childhood cancer in Glenn’s memory.
The family will receive friends from 4 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, with a celebration of life at 7 p.m. at Holly Gamble Funeral Home, Clinton, officiated by the Rev. Wayne Phillips.
