Douglas Denver Mabe Sr.
August 30, 2024
Douglas Denver Mabe Sr., 87, of Heiskell, Tennessee, went to his heavenly home on Aug. 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Denver was born March 17, 1937, in Pulaski, Virginia, to Miles Mabe and Reba Hughes Mabe.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Miles Mabe Jr.; and sisters, Doris Mabe Malone, Patsy Mabe Holt, and Shirley Mabe Farmer.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Mary Jo Mabe; sons, Douglas Mabe Jr. and David Mabe (Heather); daughters, Cynthia Johnson (Mark), Kimberly Curtis (Jerry), Stacy Daugherty (Randy), Karen Campbell, and Madison Mabe; grandchildren, Melissa Mabe, Jennifer Tisdale, Brandi Grant, Andrew Curtis, Matthew Campbell, Christina Folden, Rachel Vowell, Douglas Hill, David Arthur Mabe, Salena Mabe, and Eden Campbell; great-grandchildren, Hunter Thomas, Kanan Curtis, Ava Thomas, Brooke Moore, Tucker Thomas, Shiloh Curtis, Douglas D. Hill, Elijah Hill, Aspen Curtis, Harper Hill, Maverick Curtis, and John David Mabe. He is also survived by many special nieces and nephews, and one brother, Larry Mabe, of Chillicothe, Missouri.
Denver gave his heart to Jesus at Clinton Church of God, where he faithfully attended for more than 50 years.
That decision would leave a legacy upon his family. It was at that church where he met the love of his life, Mary Jo House. They were married Dec. 16, 1956, and together raised six biological children and one great-granddaughter. He loved the church and helped design and build the Clinton Church of God with former Pastor Dewayne Greene.
Denver and Mary Jo enjoyed traveling and were members of a camping club. He was an avid outdoorsman, and loved hunting and fishing with his sons and grandsons. He cherished his family and was beloved by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He took great pride in his large family and often shared words of guidance and encouragement.
The family wishes to thank the hospice nurses who cared for Denver, especially Valerie Dugger, who cared for him for more than two years.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, with a celebration of life following at Clinton Church of God. Pastors Curtis Akers and Doug Hill officiated. Burial was Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at Overton Cemetery in Heiskell.
Woodhaven Funeral Home in Claxton is handling arrangements.
Elijah Glenn Alley
August 28, 2024
Elijah Glenn Alley, 45, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on Feb. 9, 1979, to Joe Alley and Rejeanne Coleman. Elijah was a graduate of Anderson County High School, class of 1996, and was a proud “Mav for life.” He earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Tusculum University.
Elijah worked for Norfolk Southern Railroad and later for Bentley and Associates. He also coached Little League football for NAGAF and Norris Middle School. Elijah was of the Baptist faith.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Zelmer and Pauline Alley, Sebron and Rhea Coleman; aunts, Michelle Miklas and Simone Boyer; and uncles, Timothy Coleman, Mark Coleman, and Jerry Alley.
Elijah is survived by his loving parents, Rejeanne Coleman and Joe Alley; his son, Slade Alley; and special friends, Davey Gillum, Richie Noe, Lewis Thurman, Rodd Noe, and “Mom and Dad” Noe. He also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends whom he dearly loved.
The family extends special thanks to UT Hospice nurses Whitney, Melissa, Christy, and Angel, as well as Dr. Pearman and Chaplain Ben Neal. Very special thanks go to Adrienne Walker, Gabrielle and Paul Burn, Leann Mullins, and Debra Dison.
The family received friends at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The funeral followed in the chapel, officiated by the Rev. Davey Gillum. Family and friends proceeded in a funeral procession to Norris Memorial Garden for Elijah’s interment. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Anderson County High School Football Program, 130 Maverick Circle, Clinton, TN 37716.
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Dale Thomas Haggard
August 27, 2024
Dale Thomas Haggard, 65, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Haggard was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed coin collecting and yard sales.
He was born Oct. 14, 1958, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Harold and Mildred Coile Haggard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Morgan; brother, William Haggard; and brother-in-law, Lloyd Lee.
He is survived by his brothers, David Haggard of Clinton, Gary Haggard of Powell, Danny Haggard and his wife, Betty, of Clinton, and Ronnie Haggard of Claxton; his sisters, Stella West of Claxton and Hazel Lee of Lebanon; as well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Per Haggard’s request, no services were held.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton, Tennessee, is serving the family of Dale Thomas Haggard.
Paula Birchfield Campbell
August 27, 2024
Paula Birchfield Campbell, 77, of Andersonville, Tennessee, passed away on Aug. 27, 2024, after a two-month battle with cancer.
Paula was born on May 12, 1947, to Thomas Kelly Birchfield and Fran Gaye Northcutt in Dayton, Ohio. After graduating from Colonel White High School in 1965, she studied English and English literature at Morehead State University in Morehead, Kentucky. She earned a degree in English from Morehead in 1969 and began her teaching career at Mason County Middle School in Maysville, Kentucky, launching a successful 33-year career in English education. Paula taught high school English at Bull’s Gap High School in Bull’s Gap, Tennessee, Norris High School in Norris, Tennessee, and Anderson County High School, where she taught senior English, including Advanced Placement classes. Her former students remember her as an excellent, caring, and witty teacher who prepared them well for college. A lifelong learner, she earned a Master of Arts in Education from Morehead State in 1974.
In the spring of 1969, Paula met her future husband, David Franklin Campbell III, at the Morehead State University Library. They were married nearly 55 years ago on Dec. 20, 1969, at Far Hills Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio. Paula and David had two children, David F. Campbell IV, 51, and James Andrew Campbell, 42, and one granddaughter, Payton Cassandra Campbell, 23.
In 2007, Paula retired from education and spent her time reading, gardening in her herb garden, and traveling with David and their family. She was an active leader in her beloved education sorority, Delta Kappa Gamma, and played a significant role in her church, serving as a lay speaker and delivering exceptional and entertaining sermons in the minister’s absence. A serious Anglophile, Paula loved everything about England and always wanted to visit. In 1987, she arranged to escort her English students on a trip to England, which ignited a lifelong passion for travel. She arranged numerous class trips and, with David, organized personal trips to the United Kingdom. The couple also enjoyed several European river cruises. During one trip to England, they attended the book release of Ken Follett’s novel “World Without End” and had the opportunity to chat with the author and receive a signed copy. In the year before her passing, Paula and David enjoyed a multi-night Amtrak journey from Chicago to San Francisco and an ocean cruise from Barcelona up the west coast of Europe to Bergen, Norway. Paula also cherished birthday trips to Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and anniversary stays at the Oliver Hotel in Knoxville.
Paula was predeceased by her father, Thomas K. Birchfield, and her younger brother, Tom Birchfield. She is survived by her husband, David III; sons, David Franklin Campbell IV (Leesa Dicks) and James Andrew Campbell (Jamie Webber); granddaughter, Payton Cassandra Campbell; mother, Fran G. Northcutt Birchfield; brother, Dan Birchfield (Andrea Winkler); brother-in-law, Bob Campbell (Barbie Waggoner); and special friend, Kathy Hurst (Steve Hurst).
Services will be held at Norris United Methodist Church on Saturday, Sept. 7, with visitation from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by the funeral at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Norris Area Food Pantry, an organization Paula strongly supported.
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Eric Len Honeycutt
August 24, 2024
Eric Len Honeycutt passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, in Briceville, Tennessee, at the age of 51. He was born on July 14, 1973, in Briceville.
Eric loved watching football and was the biggest Tennessee Vols fan. He also had a passion for golfing. He worked at the UT Steam Plant for years, where he met some of the most amazing people. Eric was supported by many and was known for his caring nature toward his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Bernice Lowe and Billy Ray White, and his grandparents, Mary Lowe and Elzeck Lowe. If you knew him, you knew he was a fighter with a big heart.
Eric is survived by his daughters, Miracle Honeycutt and Jayda Phillips; the love of his life, Margaret Ann Guyton; his brother, Michael Honeycutt, and his significant other, Vonda Leab; his two dogs, Bandit and Bella; his two cats, Cookie and Foxy; and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation was held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Aug. 28, 2024, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel in Lake City. The funeral service followed at 7 p.m. at the same location, with Charlie Burton officiating. Interment was at noon on Aug. 29, 2024, at Browns Flat Cemetery in Briceville, Tennessee.
Tom Russell
August 21, 2024
Tom Russell, 59, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Aug. 21, 2024, after a long, hard-fought battle with Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS), surrounded by family.
Tom was born Nov. 24, 1964, to Billy Gene Russell and Margarete Russell in Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his fiancée of 25 years, Carla Brewer, who also took great care of him during his battle with ALS; his mother, Margarete Russell, also known as Omi; and his brother, Bill Russell. Tom is also survived by his children: Stephen Shipley and husband Todd Shipley, with grandson Cedric Gordon; Danieal Boliver; Jade Russell and spouse Matt Garrett; and Matthew Davis. His nieces and nephews include Stacey York and husband Jeff, Aaron, Andy, and Amber York, Renee Taylor (the favorite, or so she says), Allie Rosenbalm, Canon Martin (the actual favorite), Luke Rosenbalm, and Landrie Rosenbalm.
He will be missed by his best friends, Steven Harper and Kevin Pebley, along with the many other lives he touched in his 59 years.
Tom was preceded in death by his father, Billy Gene Russell; brother, John Russell; and sister, Jenny Bradfield.
An avid hunter who loved the outdoors, Tom’s greatest hobby was joking with friends and family. His greatest passion was being the rock and problem-solver for all his family and friends.
Tom found his true work passion when he started his own landscaping business more than 35 years ago. He was also very handy and could fix or build just about anything.
Known for his infectious smile and light-hearted spirit, Tom had a talent for brightening even the darkest situations, often with a joke — even at inappropriate moments. He was always ready to give the shirt off his back, if he actually had one on, to help anyone close to him.
The family extends a special thank you to the Covenant hospice team, especially Cindy Roberts.
The family received friends at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home on Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m., with the funeral following in the chapel with the Rev. Cody Haynes officiating. Family and friends traveled to Sunset Cemetery following the service for Tom’s burial.
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Joie Ray Szozda
August 18, 2024
Joie Ray Szozda, “Lucky Joe,” passed away on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, at his home. He was a proud father and grandfather who loved his family more than anything. He enjoyed spending time with them, taking them out to eat, and sharing his wild stories.
In his younger days, Joie worked as a window washer on Chicago’s tallest skyscrapers, and as a miner in the deepest copper mines of Arizona. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
“Lucky Joe” enjoyed going to the casino and playing the slot machines. His wild and crazy stories will never be forgotten.
Joie was preceded in death by his parents, Doreen and Ray Szozda, and his brother-in-law, Don Dixon.
He is survived by his children, Shane Matchette and wife Whitney, Joseph Matchette and wife Melissa, and Dina Denault and husband Lance; sister Pam Dixon; grandchildren Kyden, Kaylee, Canon, and Wilder Matchette, Terry, Brittany, Candace, Jake, and Hanna Denault; niece Mandie Dixon; as well as many great-grandchildren, great-nieces, nephews, and friends.
Family and friends met at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Governor John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, at 10 a.m. for Joie’s inurnment, with the Rev. Tony McAfee officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Veterans Memorial Fund at Covenant Life Church, 151 Sycamore Place, Clinton, TN, in honor of Joie.
Carolyn Graves Fielden
August 17, 2024
Carolyn Graves Fielden passed away on Aug. 17, 2024, at the age of 100.
She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and unconditional love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the South Clinton community. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and strength.
During World War II, Carolyn worked in the Oak Ridge Cafeteria and later found joy in being a homemaker after marrying the love of her life, Glenn Fielden. Gardening was one of her passions, and she possessed a natural talent for nurturing plants. She was a member of Second Baptist Church for 59 years.
Born Dec. 8, 1923, Carolyn was the daughter of Herbert Graves and Lillie Frye Graves. She was predeceased by her brothers JC, Vinson, Bud, Harold, and Ellery Graves; and sisters Naomi Demarcus, Rubylee Fielden, Barbara Hutchison, Deane Pointer, and Charlotte Bell.
Her husband, Glenn, and daughter, Lisa Fielden Mefford, also preceded her in death.
Carolyn is survived by her sister Sharon (Jr) Hale of Heiskell; and her children, Kaye Russell of Clinton; Roger (Laura) Fielden of Augusta, Georgia; Debbie (Tracy) Day of Pensacola, Florida; David (Cindy) Fielden of Ten Mile, Tennessee; and Janet (Bob) Ohland of Plymouth, Minnesota.
She is also survived by her grandchildren, Derek (Amanda) Russell, Chad (Angela) Russell, Emily (Jason) Spence, Sam (Christy) Fielden, Jessy (Ryan) Estroff, Graham (Amber) Day, Tyler (Adonica) Day, Laura Fielden (fiancé Matt Gaston), Aaron (Emily) Fielden, Ryan (Tia) Mefford, Mike Ohland, and Jill Ohland (Tyler Fierst). Carolyn had 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss her dearly.
The family expresses gratitude to Nancy Kay Jerrell, Mary Lou Cameron and Kay Stokes for the love and care given to our mother.
Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. The funeral followed at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Tyler Sulfridge officiating. The burial followed at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
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