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BONNIE MARIE LUM

Bonnie Marie Lum, 73, Clinton, passed away June 19, 2018.

She was born and raised in Orange, Texas. It brought her joy to interact with people. She lived in Charles Seviers Towers for 10 years, the only place she called home. Bonnie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and daughter.

Bonnie was preceded in death by: Parents, Robert Searcy Chandler Sr. and Gertrude Entler Chandler; ex-husband, Kenneth Darnell Lum Sr.; sisters, Elsie Faye Daniels; brothers, Raymond Chandler, Wendell Chandler, Robert Searcy Chandler Jr.

Bonnie is survived by: Daughter, Kimberly Sue Reagan and husband Rodger; son, Kenneth Darnell Lum Jr.; granddaughter, Kimberly Marie Reagan; sisters, Mary Guillott, Lera Dickey, Nelda Price and husband Roger, Jo Boyett, Vicki Chandler Mazoch and husband Ken.

Kim would like to thank the nurses at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge on 4 West for all they have done.

Arrangements are incomplete, and will be announced later by Jones Mortuary in Clinton.

JOHN RAND BARTLOW

John Bartlow, Sheridan, Wyoming, left this world in the arms of his loving wife, Judith, and his dog, Rippy, beside him June 18, 2018.

He was born in Fort Carson, Colo., on Dec. 3, 1951, to Kent Bartlow and Phyllis Mugge Bartlow.

He is survived by his dear sister, Marilyn and brother-in-law, Peter Welch of Taos, N.M., and brother, Steve Bartlow of St. Louis, Mo.

John attended Missouri Military Academy. He graduated from Washington Community High School in Illinois and machinist school in Tennessee. John honorably served in the Army in Germany.

He was a hunting guide in the Bridger Teton Wilderness and a fishing guide on the Clinch River in Tennessee. John was a voting member of the Knifemaker’s Guild since 1988 and a voting member of the Professional Knifemakers Assoc. since 2002.

He loved mules and trail riding with his friend, Ronnie Wallace; fly fishing on the Big Horn River with Ken Decker; laughing over hunting adventures with Randy Haecker; and playing “chicken foot” with all his domino pals. He was a “car guy” – passionate about GTO’s. Judith and John were married 34 joyous years.

John leaves to celebrate his life all the loving and rowdy friends of his youth in Washington, Illinois and special friend, Deb Fox. In 2011, he organized a reunion of friends in Washington, Illinois, “WCHS Multi-Class Reunion.” “John Bartlow Summer Bash #7.”

He is also survived by: Sisters-in-law, Joanne (Charles) Zeiser, Signal Mountain, Mary Eleanor (William) Hurt, Knoxville, and Sarah (William) Cowan, LaGrange; and nine nieces and nephews.

Ken Decker, Tina Flack and Ann Loretan were steadfast, devoted friends through his brief illness.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dog and Cat Shelter, 84 E. Ridge Rd., Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801; and Hospice of the Big Horns, PO Box 391, Sheridan, WY 82801.

Online condolences may be written at www.championfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Champion Funeral Home.

PAULINE DENSON DAUGHERTY

Pauline Denson Daugherty born in Jonesville, Lee County, Va., Oct. 29, 1928, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 17, 2018.



Pauline faithfully served with her husband in the United Methodist Holston Conference for 44 years throughout the Big Stone Gap, Va., Kingsport and Johnson City districts. Pauline also worked at Tennessee Eastman and JC Penney’s in Kingsport and Johnson City. 

After retirement, Pauline attended St. Mark United Methodist Church in Clinton, where she was an active member. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, being with family and friends and was known for her delicious desserts.

She is survived by: Daughter, Diane Daugherty Ilgner and husband Berny of Clinton; and granddaughter, Kristina Ilgner Lamons and husband Ben of Houston, Texas.



Pauline was the middle child of nine children and is survived by: Sister, Albon Cowden of Kingsport; sister, Emmeline Glass and husband Everette of Goldsboro, N.C.; sister, Ernestine Powers and husband Harold of Pfafftown, N.C.; brother, Wheeler Denson of Jonesville, Va.; and many beloved nieces and nephews.



She was preceded in death by: Husband, the Rev. Herbert H. Daugherty; parents, Lillie and Granville Denson; sisters, Maxie Frazier and Jewel Matlock; brothers, M.C. Denson and Roy Denson.



The family will receive friends at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Clinton from 10 - 11a.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2018, with the service to follow at 11a.m. 


The graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at Hillside Cemetery near Russell’s Chapel United Methodist Church, Jonesville, Va.

Funeral arrangements by Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.

In lieu of flowers, Pauline has requested that donations be made to the Women’s Group at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Clinton.

Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, Clinton www.holleygamble.com

LUKIE C. KEITH

Lukie C. Keith, 66, Clinton, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018, following a brief illness.

Lukie was a 32 Degree Mason of Dyersburg and he retired from ORAU, D.H. Compound Colonial Rubber.

He is survived by: Wife, Jennifer J. Keith; son, Eric W. Keith (Michelle); grandchildren, Skyler, Luke, Zander and Austin; step-son, Skipper Burks

There will be no services held at this time.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choosing in Lukie’s honor.

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

www.holleygamble.com

REBA MAE ARMES

Reba Mae Armes, 83, Brook Park, Ohio, passed away June 16, 2018, at her residence.

She was the wife of the late Frank; dear mother of Janet Thomascik (Neil), Hazel Armes, and the late Jackie Armes; sister of J.T. Hensley; grandmother of Jerri Krava, Nina Krava and the late Chester Zajac; great-grandmother of five; great-great-grandmother of five.

Services to be announced at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cleveland Clinic Hospice.

Online condolences at www.bakerfuneralberea.com.

FREDDIE LeROY PARISH

FREDDIE LeROY PARISH

June 23, 1948 - June 16, 2018

Freddie LeRoy Parish went to his heavenly home June 16, 2018.

He died at home in Midtown with his son, Christopher Lee Parish, by his side. He was born on Kentucky Street in Kingston to Elvin Marcelleous Parish, originally from Greenfield, and Rose Marie Davis Parish originally from the Wheat Community.

Along with his parents, Freddie was preceded in death by: Eldest sister, Sybil Parish Parker; her husband, Ervin Hardy Parker Jr.; and their son, Ervin Hardy “Butch” Parker III.

Freddie was also preceded in death by: Paternal grandparents, William Dennis “Bunk” Parish and Millie Rose Parish; and maternal grandparents, Oliver Davis and Sarah Jane Silvey Davis.

Freddie is survived by: Wife Constance “Connie” Powers Parish; and the mother of his son, Izora Daugherty Parish Stewart.

Other survivors include: Daughter-in-law, Tammy Hall Parish of Knoxville; grandson, Dylan Parish and Sarah Craig with granddaughter, Hazel Elizabeth Parish of Rockwood (his Hazelbug). Surviving siblings are: Elder brother, Eddie Elvin Parish and wife Joan Abbott Parish of Kingston; and younger twin sisters, Sarah Faye Parish Cronan and Mary Kay Parish Cox and their husbands Max Dee Cronan and Robert Kyle “Bobby” Cox, all of Kingston. Freddie is also survived by: Nephews and nieces and their families, including Bradley Parish and Todd Cox of Kingston, Adam Parish of Windermere, Fla., and Warren Parker and Eva Marie Roe of California. Freddie had numerous step-family members he loved and accepted as his own. Freddie had a great love for his little dog and companion, Buddy, who was faithfully by his side in life’s adventures, vacations and walks in the park.

Freddie earned an Eagle Scout Badge from Troop 101, Kingston, under Scout Master Eugene Banker. He graduated from Roane County High School in 1966. He also went to business school in Knoxville. Freddie was a member of Union Lodge F &AM, No. 38 and also Shriners of Knoxville.

Freddie began his work career at a very young age at the Roane County News. During his high school years, he worked for the White Store in Kingston and for Tennessee Forging and Steel in Rockwood. Freddie soon joined the U.S. Army and served in South Korea from 1969-1970. After returning home, Freddie went to work for the TVA Steam Plant in Kingston. He retired from TVA as a shift engineer at Watts Bar Dam. After an early retirement, Freddie owned a video rental business in Midtown. Always a worker, Freddie enjoyed three part-time jobs and stayed actively involved in the community until the time of his death.

Freddie’s heart illness took a fatal turn over the last few months of his life, but that didn’t prevent him from enjoying life and life’s adventures until the end. Freddie shared with his family that he was totally at peace with going home to be with the Lord. At the time of his passing, Freddie was an active church member at Victory Baptist of Kingston, but his church involvement spanned earlier memberships at First Baptist Church and Four Square Gospel Church in Kingston plus Valley View Baptist Church and Lee Village in Harriman.

Freddie had a great personality and was loved by all who knew him. Freddie always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. He loved making a dollar, but would also give you anything he had. His siblings recall fun and memorable times throughout their growing up years. He loved his family immensely and was a good provider. Just days earlier, Freddie told his siblings that he was looking forward to seeing their mother and father before the rest of them.

The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018, at Victory Baptist Church in Kingston with funeral service following at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary with brother-in-law, the Rev. Max Cronan, officiating. Graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 22, 2018, at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Gov. John Sevier Hwy 168, Knoxville.

Online register book can be signed at www.FrakerFuneralHome.net.

Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston is in charge of all arrangements.

HAROLD WAYNE FERGUSON SR.

It is with great sadness that the family of Harold Wayne Ferguson Sr. announces his passing on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at the age of 64.

Left to remember his love are: Wife, Tina Vinyard Ferguson; children, Harold W. Ferguson Jr. (Michele Roach), and Tina M. Ferguson (Josh Bunch); stepchildren, Andrea Hogan (Steve Buelterman), Natalie Hogan (Tim Santos); siblings, James Underwood, Danny Underwood (Debbie), Donna Phillips (Charles Bowling), Denise Damewood (Horace), Geneva Balz (Doyle Dukes), Gail Vaulton, Judy Forsythe (Harry), David Ferguson; grandchildren, Cheyenne Ferguson (Courtland Vickers), and Kode Savage; his great-granddaughter, Aubree Vickers.

A memorial service in honor of Harold was held Monday, June 25, 2018, at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 127 Lafayette Dr. Oak Ridge, TN 37830.

The family greeted friends from 6 p.m. until services at 7 p.m.

Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.

Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com

RUTH GARDNER AUGUSTINE

Ruth Gardner Augustine, 88, Clinton, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2018, at her residence.

She was born May 25, 1930, to the late Albert J. and Annie May Francis Gardner in Boston, Mass. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and loved being at church when she was able. She lived a contented life of selfless love. Her family was her biggest blessing, especially her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She was a very giving person who lived life to the fullest to the very end and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Husband, Frank Alexander Augustine; brothers, Osborne N. Gardner, Albert J. Gardner; and sister, Phyllis Gardner.

She is survived by: Daughters, Nancy A. Hull and husband Jack of Oak Ridge, Sharon R. Oestreicher and husband Mark of Clinton; brother, Francis Gardner of Sarasota, Fla.; sister-in-law, Katherine Gardner of Arlington, Mass.; grandchildren, Holly Marie Oestreicher of Clinton, Jason Daniel Oestreicher and wife Rebekah of Houston, Texas; numerous adopted grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and other beloved family and friends.

Graveside services will be held at the Franklin Memorial Gardens of Franklin Township, N.J. on Friday, June 22, 2018 at 1p.m.

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