DWAYNIA SUE SAWYER
March 16, 2019
Dwaynia Sue Sawyer, 57, Clinton, passed away Saturday, March 16, , after a courageous battle with cancer with great optimism and had great faith for several years.
She loved her family, had a talent and loved playing the piano especially gospel music. Dwaynia was a pioneer for women in the workforce and an entrepreneur.
Dwaynia was preceded in death by: Parents, Bert and Bessie Gilland; and brother, David Gilland.
She is survived by: Husband, Thomas (Tom) Sawyer of Clinton; daughters, Kelli Sawyer Hudec and husband Michael of Canton, Ga., and Kenzi Sawyer of Maryville; brothers, Roger Gilland and wife Dorothy of Halls, and Larry Gilland of Knoxville; sisters, Carolyn Sharp and husband Roy of Halls, and Ollie Green and husband Fate of Townsend; grandchildren, Mary Lynn Hudec and Jameson Hudec; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Dwaynia’s family received her friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2019, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary with her celebration of life following at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Fate Green officiating. Dwaynia’s interment and graveside service was at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 21, 2019, at Norris Memorial Gardens in Norris.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
FRANCES JEAN ROACH
March 16, 2019
Frances Jean Roach, 91, Clinton, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2019, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Frances loved working outside with her flowers, and she was of the Baptist faith.
Frances was preceded in death by: Husband, Johnny “Harold” Roach; parents, George and Lily Gay-lor; brother, Bill Gaylor; sisters, Reva Gaylor and Christine Hamilton.
Frances is survived by: Sons, Charles Roach of Knoxville, and Ronnie Roach and wife Betty of Maryville; daughter, Brenda Henderson of Clinton; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Frances’s graveside service was at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Powell, with Jake Moore officiating.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
BARBARA ANN PATTERSON
March 16, 2019
Barbara Ann Patterson, 64, Clinton, passed away suddenly Saturday, March 16, 2019, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She was a 1972 graduate of Lake City High School. She enjoyed helping each year with the Anderson County Toy Drive. Her greatest loves where her family and her canine companion.
Preceded in death by: Son, Dana Shane Woodward; and father, Robert C. Smith.
She is survived by: Grandson, Austin Woodward; mother, Bessie Wojtowicz; brother and sister-in-law, Bob and Cleona Smith; and nieces, Angie Gray and Regina Eshleman.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2019, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Kidney Foundations of East Tennessee; 4450 Walker Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37917
www.Holleygamble.com
DALE SHELTON
March 14, 2019
Mr. Dale Shelton, 75, Claxton, passed away Thursday March 14, 2019, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, after a long battle with cancer.
He was a member of the Riverview Baptist Church in Claxton. Mr. Shelton was also a member of the New Voice Club. He loved many things like hunting, fishing, wood working, watching NASCAR and traveling.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Frank and Sarah Bright Shelton; two brothers, Frank and David Shelton; and one sister, Rosa Lee Daniel.
He is survived by: Wife of 52 years, Lola Shelton; best four-legged companion, Peppi, for 19 years; one daughter, Anna Shelton; two sons, Leslie and Joseph Shelton; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers; four sisters
And a host of other family, friends and loved ones.
The family will hold a private service at a later date.
Davis Funeral Home in Harriman is honored to serve the Shelton family.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.davisfuneralhomes.com
BOBBY COLLINS
March 14, 2019
Bobby Collins, 68, Heiskell, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019, at his home.
He was born on May 3, 1950, to the late Harvey and Leoma Cooper Collins in Knoxville. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Bobby was a loving father and grandfather, he will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by: Brother, Cecil Collins; sisters, Norma Pointer, Loretta Moore, Phyllis Maner; brothers-in-law, Sam Humphrey, Earl Elliott, and Ralph Pointer; sister-in-law, Caroline Collins.
Survived by: Son, Justin Collins and wife Carrie; brother, Jimmy Collins; sisters, Ruth Humphrey and Rita Elliott; brother-in-law, Alvin Maner; grandchildren, Hannah, Eli and Noah Collins; several nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, with funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. with the Rev. David Crowe officiating. Interment will be held at the East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
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ELDON RAY LENZ
March 14, 2019
ELDON RAY LENZ
Mrach 14, 2019
Eldon Ray Lenz, 74, Briceville, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019, at Summit View of Rocky Top.
Eldon was born July 11, 1944, in Alvin, Texas, to the late Herbert Lenz and Jewell Slaven Lenz. Eldon served in the Army, Navy, and the Coast Guard.
In addition to his parents, Eldon was preceded in death by his wife, Renee Lenz.
Eldon’s wishes were to be cremated.
You may also view Eldon's guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
LINDA SUE LOWE
March 14, 2019
Linda Sue Lowe, 75, Lake City, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019, at LaFollette Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Linda was born Sept. 20, 1943, in Anderson County to the late Eugene and Grace Jones Jobe. Linda was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed watching television and spending time with her grandkids.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by: Son, Greg Lowe; sister, Gladys Hembree; and brothers, Jimmy and Sunny Jobe.
Survivors: Daughter, Sherrie Earl, Kelly Lowe; son, Tony and Karen Lowe; grandchildren, Leslie, Nathan, Nicky, Krista, Allen, Mikey, Matt, Ashley, and Alyssa; great-grandchildren, Brennon, Katelyn, Joseph, Morgan, Jon, Ross, Mia, Bailey, Brooklyn, Elijah, Isabella, Anastasia, Haylen, Laycie, and Riley; sister, Shelby Dudley.
Visitation is from 6 – 8 p.m. Monday, March 18, 2019, at Hatmaker Funeral Home.
A memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. Monday, March 18, 2019, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chris Tackett officiating.
You may also view Linda’s guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
VERNON WYATT REEDY
March 13, 2019
Vernon Wyatt Reedy, 92, Powell, passed Thursday, March 13, 2019, at his home.
Mr. Reedy was born Dec. 20, 1926, to Rather Thomas and Bessie Mae Tassey Reedy. Vernon enjoyed farming and water sports on Norris Lake with his family. He was the last surviving founding member of Norwood Church of Christ and a member of the Local 43 Plumber and Steamfitters Union in Chattanooga. He was a United States Navy Veteran and served in World War II.
He was preceded in death by: Parents; wife of 69 years, Audra Reedy; brother, Horace R. Reedy; and sister-in-law, Thelma Reedy.
Mr. Reedy is survived by: Daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Ronald Presley of Ten Mile; son, Michael Reedy of Powell; two granddaughters and their husbands, Shea and Jason Crabtree of Decatur, and Amber and Todd Culpepper of Knoxville; one grandson, Noah Ricker of Jefferson City; four great-grandchildren, Cole, Luke and Tanner Crabtree and Bryce Culpepper; first cousin, Vernon (Barbara) Tassey; many nieces and nephews along with other family and friends.
Visitation was from 3 – 5 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2019, with a funeral service to begin at 5 p.m. at Norwood Church of Christ, 6001 Central Avenue Pike, Knoxville. Pastor Bob Cowles and Associate Pastor Justin Pratt officiated. Graveside services with full Military Honors were held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 18, 2019, at Woodhaven Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 160 Edgemoor Road, Powell.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Norwood Church of Christ or Tennessee Children’s Home, 8568 Harold Duncan Way, Knoxville, TN. 37931.
To share your thoughts and condolences please go to www.woodhavenfh.com.
Woodhaven Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens are honored to serve the Reedy Family.
