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WILLIAM ‘BILL’ HUMPHREY

William “Bill” Humphrey, 89, Heiskell passed away Wednesday Nov., 21, 2018.

Preceded in death by: Wife, Frances Humphrey; mother, Ula Agnes Wilkerson; and several brothers.

Bill is survived by: Daughter, Wilma Foust of Clinton; son, Billy Wayne Humphrey and wife Patsy of Heiskell; grandson, Denver Joseph Waddell and wife Natalie; great-grandson, Tyler Waddell; brother, David Wilkerson of Heiskell; sisters, Wanda Collins of Heiskell and June Walker of Maynardville; and many nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

The family received friends from noon – 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, in the Clinton Chapel of Holley-Gamble Funeral Home with services following at 2 p.m.

Interment followed in New Loyston Cemetery.

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IRENE MILLER HOPKINS

Irene Miller Hopkins, 94, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.

She was born Nov. 15, 1924, to E.G. and Martha Miller.

Irene enjoyed gardening, preparing meals for family and friends, and serving in her church community. She was a devoted member of the Clinton Church of God.

She was preceded in death by: Parents; husband of 53 years, Roy Hopkins; sisters, Greta Deatley and Mae Martin; brothers, Roy, Raleigh, and Troy Miller.

She is survived by: Son and wife, Russell and Karen Hopkins of Soddy Daisy; daughter and husband, Brenda and Michael Vowell of Clinton; grandchildren, Donnie Hopkins of Soddy Daisy, Ryan Vowell of Clinton, Vanessa Vowell of Cleveland; great-grandchildren, Morgan Hopkins of Dayton, Will and Katherine Hopkins of Soddy Daisy.

The family received friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Clinton Church of God with the funeral immediately following. Officiating was conducted by the reverends Dwight Jenkins, Curtis Akers, James Basler, and Kelvin Stokes.

The family received friends from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Eastside Church of God in Corbin, Ky.

Burial followed at Cumberland Memorial Gardens in Lily with the the Rev. Randall Lee officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clinton Church of God or Eastside Church of God.

ANNA RUTH BYRGE

Anna Ruth Byrge, 80, Lake City, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, at Summit View of Lake City.

Anna was born April 4, 1938, to the late Fred G. and Josephine Webber Bumgardner. Anna was of the Baptist faith. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was very devoted to her family. She loved Elvis Presley, collecting dolls, and her dog, who was her baby, Dinky.

In addition to her parents, Anna was preceded in death by: Husband, Sergeant Jackie L. Byrge; daughter, Dee Ann Byrge; sisters, Jessie L. Pride, and Jaunita Duncan; brother, Paris Bumgardner; and her son-in-law, Jonah Phillips.

Survivors: Daughters, Connie Phillips of Lake City, Linda Dabney of Lake City; brothers, Howard Bumgardner of Claxton, James Bumgardner of Clinton; sister, Arvilla Butler of North Carolina; special friend and neighbor, Ruby; many grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, and many other loving family members and friends.

A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Pleasant View Cemetery in Clinton.

FAYE BARBER

Faye Barber, 79, Lake City, passed away Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, at her home.

Faye was born Aug. 19, 1939, in Lake City to the late Jack and Bessie Hawkins Barber. Faye was a member of the Fraterville Baptist church. She loved music, dancing, taking care of people and talking. Faye collected tiny trinkets and enjoyed baking.

In addition to her parents, Faye was preceded in death by: Sisters, Kathleen Daugherty, Ruby Wilson, Helen Sharp, Patsy Burris, Pauline Harmon; brothers, J.B., Tommy and Lee Barber and Johnny Harmon.

Survivors: Special family, Amanda Rutherford and Chris, Christian, Cadence, Carli, Camden, Gloria and Jay, Paige, Robbin Braden, Joshua and Zyler Braden, Adam Huckaby and Allysa, Tammy Lafferty and family, Betty Huckaby and family, Kenny Kimbell and family; sisters, Alma Hagwood, Nancy Braden, Bessie Braden; many other family members and friends.

Visitation will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, at Hatmaker Funeral Home.

The funeral service is at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. J.J. Patterson and the Rev. Danny Orick officiating.

Interment will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, at Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City. Family and friends will meet at 10:15 a.m. to go in funeral possession from Hatmaker Funeral home.

You may also view Faye’s guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.

DELIA J. DAVIS

Delia J. Davis, 95, Clinton, passed away Sunday, Nov 18, 2018, at The Waters of Clinton.

Delia retired as a payroll specialist with the Veterans Administration after 34 years of service. Throughout her life she loved sewing, stuffed animals and dolls, but most of all spending time with her family.

She was preceded by: First husband, Arville Seeber; second husband, Hubert Davis; parents, John and Flora Jordan; sister, Theira Flood.

She is survived by: Daughter, Becky Brown of Clinton; sister, Alma Brummett of Oliver Springs; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the staff at The Waters of Clinton for the loving care given to Delia during her illness.

The family will have a graveside service at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, 2018, at Sinking Springs United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.

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INGA COLEMAN

Inga Coleman, 47, Clinton, passed away at Hospice in Murfressboro.

Inga will be remembered as a loving person to all who met her.

Preceded in death by: Father and stepmother, Patrick Coleman and Mary Lou Coleman.

She is survived by: Children, Elidjah Jackson and Kayla Hensley; brothers, Devin Coleman and Patrick Coleman Jr.

The family will receive friends from 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.

Her funeral service will follow her visitation. Her graveside will be at 5 p.m. at Sartin Cemetery, Heiskell.

BOBBIE SEIBER BRADEN

Bobbie Seiber Braden, 67, Lake City, passed away Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, at her residence.

She was born Aug. 31, 1951, in Lake City to the late Jessie and Edith Phillips Seiber. Bobbie was a member of the Laurel Grove Baptist church. She was one of the most loving and caring persons one could ever meet. Bobbie loved coloring, all sports — especially the Lady Vols — and spending time with family and friends.

She is preceded in death by: Parents; brothers, Charlie and Ed Seiber; and brother-in-law, Bill Lane.

Survivors: Husband, Larry Joe Braden; daughter, Taunya Miller and Jamie; grandson, Tyler Miller; sisters, Helen Lane, Carolyn Dacko and Ricky, Dessie Oliveria; brothers, Bob Seiber, Clyde Seiber, Lyndon Jessie Seiber and Charlene; a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

The funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Archie Seiber officiating.

Family and friends will meet at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in procession to the Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City for a 10 a.m. interment.

You may also view Bobbie’s guestbook online at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com

Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.

FRED ‘MIDGE’ JONES

Fred “Midge” Jones, 93, Clinton, formerly of Briceville, passed away Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, at The Lantern at Morning Pointe in Clinton.

He was born on June 30, 1925, to the late Joseph Russell and Mattie Duncan Jones in Briceville. He was the best Daddy and a source of unconditional love. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served on a destroyer during World War II. He enjoyed watching TV and reading and studying his Bible daily. He will be dearly missed.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: Brothers, Norris Jones, Lowell Jones; sisters, Betty Martin, and Sue Rivet.

He is survived by: Wife of 73 years, Mildred “Sug” Jones; son, Danny Jones and wife Barbara; daughters, Beverly “Babs” Morgan and husband Ricky, Pamela Byrge and husband David; grandchildren, Russell Byrge and wife Jackie, Matthew Byrge and wife Selina, Katelynn Jones, and Luke Jones; great-grandchildren, Grant Byrge and Elaina Manley; several nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends.

The family would like to thank the staff of Morning Pointe and also the nurses of Professional Case Management for their care during his time of ill health.

The family will receive friends from noon – 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, at Main Street Baptist Church in Rocky Top with the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Wayne Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Ridge Memorial Park with full military honors presented by the Campbell County Honor Guard.

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