DEBORAH CASH
June 7, 2018
Deborah Cash, 56, Powell, passed away June 7,2018.
Deborah loved her dog Lacey, she loved traveling, flowers and singing. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Powell.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, Barry Cash; parents, Oscar and Alma Harmon, and sister, Karen Harmon
Survived by: Aunts and uncles, Hubert and Betty Harmon of Clinton, Joyce Kirk of Rocky Top, Don and Dalys Andrews of Rocky Top, Steve and Lynn Lamson of Wartburg, Bonnie Byrge of Andersonville; several cousins; best friend, Jo Davis of Knoxville; family friend. Oscar Fisher.
The family received friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2018, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.
Interment was at 3 p.m. Monday, June 11, 2018, at Oak Ridge Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the funeral home for funeral expenses.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
ROSE ANN FOWLER JANSKY
June 7, 2018
Rose Ann Fowler Jansky, 75, Merriville, Ind., formerly of Clinton, passed away suddenly Thursday, June 7, 2018.
She was a 1960 graduate of Clinton High School, where she was a cheerleader and football homecoming queen.
Rose Ann is survived by: Son, Brian Keister and daughter Amber (Don) Baron; grandchildren, Alexandra and Ana Baron; siblings: Janice Smelcher, Ronald (Gina) Fowler, Paul (Jeanne) Fowler and Diane (David) Cookesy; several nieces and nephews; and precious pets, Mojo and Archie.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Raymond and Ophelia Fowler; daughter, September Lynn (still living, fiancé Daniel Van Etten) Jansky; and brother, David (still living, Mary) Fowler.
Services were private to honor Rose Ann’s wishes and entrusted to Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, Schererville, Ind.
Rose Ann was born in Knoxville. After graduating from Clinton High School in 1960, she retired from Unilever, formerly Lever Brothers. Rose Ann enjoyed being with her family, traveling, gambling and hosting parties.
In lieu of flowers, Rose Ann asked that you take a friend to lunch.
ELLA BUNCH OVERTON
June 7, 2018
Ella Bunch Overton, 100, Clinton, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018 at her residence.
She was born March 22, 1918, to the late Haskell and Bessie Daughtery Bunch in Anderson County. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton. She was involved in many organizations during her lifetime. Among these were, Timely Topics, Home Demonstration Club, B&PW Club, and was in charge of the antique booth at Anderson County Fair for a number of years. She loved her family gatherings, and enjoyed all their visits, especially the great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Brothers, Edd Bunch, Ervin Bunch, Carvin Bunch, and Earl Bunch; sisters, Leoda Freels, and Marie Jackson.
She is survived by: Children, Tim Overton of Clinton, Barbara Davis and husband Frank of Clinton, Lana Russell and husband Odell of Clinton; grandchildren, Diane Muenzner of Sevierville, Belinda Davis of Clinton, Frank Davis Jr. of Andersonville, Mechelle Ramsey of Oak Ridge, Christy Cunningham of Knoxville, Stephanie Fagan of Clinton, Brandi Irwin of Illinois; 12 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends.
The family would like to thank the University of Tennessee Hospice. They took great care of Mrs. Overton. She loved her caregivers and they loved her.
The graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9, 2018, at Sunset Cemetery.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of the arrangements. www.holleygamble.com
LEONARD MATTHEW FORD
June 6, 2018
Leonard Matthew Ford, 75, Caryville, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.
Preceded in death by: Daughter, Hannah; parents, Hobert and Nancy Geneva Shoupes Ford; brother, Marvin Ford
Survivors: Daughters, Felicia and Richey Hatmaker, Jacksboro, Amanda Ford, Scott County, Melissa and Kevin Craft, Rocky City, Michelle Giles, LaFollette; sons, Matthew and Kristie Ford, Jacksboro, Anthony and Monica Ford, Anderson County, Latney Ford, LaFollette; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Mary and Silas Tipton, LaFollette.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2017, at Cross-Smith Chapel
with the Rev. Wade Walls officiating.
Family received friends from noon – 2 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2018, at Cross-Smith Funeral Home.
Condolences may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com/
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home.
JOHN P. WRIGHT
June 6, 2018
John P. Wright, 67, Clinton, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family June 6, 2018.
John was preceded in death by: Parents, the Rev. Ernest and Gladys Wright; and brother, Ronnie Wright.
John is survived by: Wife, Sharon Wright; children, Jonathon Wright, Lisa Wright, Valerie Wright Schichtel, Daniel S. Tipton, and Pamela Tipton; three grandchildren, Lindsey, Megan, and Tommy.
John has a large loving family that includes his siblings and their spouses: Frank and Loujana Wright, Carl and Susan Wright, Mike and Laurel Wright, and Sandra and Lewis Sharp; and many nieces and nephews.
John is remembered as a fun loving man who made everyone laugh.
A celebration of life service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday June 16, 2018, at Norris First Baptist Church in Norris. The family will receive friends from 4-5 p.m.
Arrangements have been made through Holley Gamble Funeral Home of Clinton.
BEVERLY ANN DAVIS
June 5, 2018
Beverly Ann Davis, better known as Ann, 71, Knoxville, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.
She enjoyed reading and watching movies. Ann loved her grandsons, whom were a big part of her life.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Norman W. and Mary Alene Ogle; and husband, Kirk Johnson.
Ann is survived by: Son, Scott Davis of Knoxville; step-daughter, Stephanie and husband Dr. Michael Green of Knoxville; brothers, Terry Ogle and wife Brenda of Birmingham, Ala., and Larry Ogle and wife Jo Ann of Clinton; sisters, Shirley Cook and husband Sherrill of Clinton, and Kathy Shoopman and husband Wimp of Clinton; three grandsons, Dillion, Nathan, and Rhyne Green; and a host of other relatives and friends.
All services will be private for Ann.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
BEVERLY ANN DAVIS
June 5, 2018
Beverly Ann Davis, 71, Knoxville, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.
She enjoyed reading and watching movies. Beverly loved her grandsons whom were a big part of her life.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Norman W. and Mary Alene Ogle; and husband, Kirk Johnson.
Beverly is survived by: Son, Scott Davis of Knoxville; step-daughter, Stephanie and husband Dr. Michael Green of Knoxville; brothers, Terry Ogle and wife Brenda of Birmingham, Ala., and Larry Ogle and wife Jo Ann of Clinton; sisters, Shirley Cook and husband Sherrill of Clinton, and Kathy Shoopman and husband Wimp of Clinton; three grandsons, Dillion, Nathan and Rhyne Green; and a host of other relatives and friends.
All services will be private for Beverly.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
VIRGIL ALLEN GARNER SR.
June 3, 2018
Virgil Allen Garner Sr., 73, Powell, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018, at his home in Powell.
Virgil was of the Pentecostal faith and was raised in the Blockhouse Valley area. He enjoyed fishing and tinkering with small engines. He was a craftsman and liked building birdhouses. Virgil was a member of the VFW. He was a happy soul and enjoyed making people laugh. Virgil was a loving father and grandfather and was surrounded in prayer by his family and friends when he passed.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Murk and Mable Garner; brothers, Anderson, Ralph, Glen, Kenneth, and Dean Garner; and sisters, Linda Lawson and Charlene Reagan.
Virgil is survived by: Children, Virgil Garner Jr., Scott Garner, and Tawana Morirty, all of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; brothers, Arnold Garner of Strawberry Plains and Ricky Garner of Clinton; sisters, Darlene Swopshire of Heiskell, Kathy Shelton of Powell, and Janice Dockery of Tazewell; grandchildren, Kyler, Keaton, Magen, and Carter; best friend, Ed Johnson; as well as several step-children, step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.
Virgil’s family will hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. Thursday, June 7, 2018, at His Hands Reaching Church on Offutt Road in Clinton. A graveside service will immediately follow the memorial service at Farmer’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery on Blockhouse Valley Road in Clinton.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to His Hands Reaching Church in honor of Virgil.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
