PAULA JEANNE NICKELL STEVENS
June 13, 2018
Paula Jeanne Nickell Stevens departed this life June 9, 2018, at the age of 78.
Along with her family, Paula made her home for the past 40 years at the Fountain City Sportsmen’s Club on Norris Lake in Andersonville.
Paula was an elegant, kind, gentle, patient, beautiful, smart and loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was an outstanding homemaker and cook and thoroughly enjoyed preparing wonderful meals for her family. Paula was also an outstanding craft person and artist. She would quickly excel at whatever piqued her interest and her most recent endeavors in quilting and stained glass resulted in many beautiful art works which will be treasured for years to come by her friends and family. Paula also dearly loved, nurtured and protected animals and wildlife of all kinds.
Paula was sadly preceded in passing by: Beautiful oldest daughter, Gayle Stevens; and her brother, Mark Nickell.
She is survived by her loving and devoted family: Husband of 62 years, Jon; brother, David (Marci) Nickell and niece Sarah; daughter, Janet (Steve) Weaver; daughter, Deede (Tim) Hunsucker; and son, Jon (Melissa) Stevens.
Paula also left behind: Loving grandchildren, Morgan (Matt) Godfrey, Tony (Afi) Hunsucker, Kelsey Weaver, Faith Stevens, and Jessica Stevens; great-grandchildren, Murphy Hunsucker and Emery Godfrey; and by her friends at her craft Club.
Paula also left behind a wonderful sister-in-law, Eleanor Wightman and her family in Michigan who cared for Jon, Paula and their family during Gayle’s illness.
The family would also like to express their appreciation for the hard working and caring staff at MMC, Oak Ridge, particularly the third and fourth Floor nursing staff, CVSU staff and to an outstanding nurse practitioner, Jessica Whaley.
At Mrs. Stevens request there will be no services.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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MICHAEL ‘MIKE’ BRADEN
June 9, 2018
Michael “Mike” Wayne Braden, 68, Rocky Top, went to be with the Lord June 9, 2018.
He was born Sept. 1, 1949, in Oliver Springs to the late Calvin and Opal Parks Braden.
He loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: Infant sister, Doris Gale; and brothers, Monte Ray and Darrel Glenn.
He is survived by: Loving wife of 24 years, Nancy Braden; children, Shannon Braden, Sharon Toler and husband Glenn, Mickey Braden, Megan Braden, Rachel Talley and husband Jason, Matthew Braden and fiancé Kim, Daniel Whitehead; grandchildren, Paige Pryor and husband Wayne, Michael Webber, Trace Webber, Darrell Toler and wife Whitley, Brooke Toler, Emily Toler, C.J. Braden, Jordan Braden, Chris Braden, Nathan Chapman, Christina Talley, Lexi Talley, Kasidy Talley, Levi Braden and Tytan Morgan; great-grandchildren, MaKayla, Kainon, Carter, Hazyl, and Eli; brother, Steve Braden and wife Helen; sisters, Angel Ferguson and husband Mike, Renee Burchfield; nieces and nephews, Stevie and Betsy Braden and daughter Madison, Dawn and Anthony Wilhoit and daughters Sydne and Allison, Ashley and Steven Torres and daughters Emma and Kourtney, Meghan and Brent Mooreand son Lucas and daughter Roselyn, Nikki and Chris Amos, D.J. Burchfield, Holly and Austin Stovall and sons Gideon and Hiram; special friend, Steve Pyles.
The family received friends from noon – 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Rocky. Mike’s graveside service followed at Laurel Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with the the Rev. David White officiating.
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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.
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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
