CHRISTOPHER STEVEN HOLT
May 6, 2023
Christopher Steven Holt tragically lost his life May 6, 2023.
Born Dec. 23, 1995, in Knoxville, Christopher (Chris) was the youngest child of Lynn and Christy Holt of Claxton.
Chris attended Claxton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School and graduated from Clinton High School in 2014.
Chris had been an electrician since 2016 and had worked with several companies over the years. Being an electrician came naturally for him and he was often complimented for his impressive skills. At the time of his death, Chris was working with Sun Electric.
He enjoyed being outdoors with a special interest in off-roading and swimming. He loved restoring cars and trucks, building and installing car audio systems and enjoyed doing this with his friends and family. He was committed to his family and supporting them through good and bad times. He put his family first in his life and holidays were always very important to Chris. He made it a priority to spend time with his family.
Chris was preceded in death by: Older brother, Justin Holt; maternal grandparents, Ruth Byrge (Gram) and Charles Byrge; and paternal grandparents, Patsy Mabe Holt and Monroe Holt.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by: Sister and brother-in-law, Jessica and Andrew Lounsberry; nieces and nephews, Weston, Owen, Marigold, Bella, Zoewi and Kaylee; sister-in-law, Ciara Holt; great-aunts, Betty Paskell Lee and Shirley Mabe Farmer; aunts, Melanie Coker, Robin Holt, Tammy Emch, Pam Davis, and Debbie Puckett; cousins, Troy, Jacob, Katelyn, Mason, Crystal, Austin, Nicole; and many, many friends and extended family members.
The family will receive friends at Holley Gamble Funeral Home, 621 S Charles G. Seivers Boulevard in Clinton, Tennessee from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023, with funeral to immediately follow and officiated by Adam Barnhart.
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PATRICIA EYVONNE STURDIVANT
May 3, 2023
Patricia Eyvonne Sturdivant, 78, Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at her home following a period of declining health.
The daughter of the late Theodore and Mildred Colbertson Sturdivant, she was born in Marshville, N.C., Jan. 6, 1945, and was a retired Certified Nursing Assistant, and a devoted member of the First Apostolic Church of Knoxville.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Husband, James Henry Rorie; sister, Carolyn Smith; brothers, Steve and Doug Sturdivant.
Patricia is survived by: Sons, Martianez Rorie and wife Robbee of Nashville, and Shelly Rorie of Memphis; daughter Philippia Hardin and husband Alvin of Powell; brother, Timothy Sturdivant of North Carolina; sister, Waverly Bush and husband Searcey of Tallahassee, Fla.; grandchildren, Kathryn Kataria and husband Karan, Malakhi Rorie; great-grandchild, Kiaan Kataria; and other relatives and friends.
The Sturdivant family will visit with friends from 5 p.m. until time of the Ccelebration of life service at 7 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2023, at the First Apostolic Church in Knoxville, with Pastor Mark McCool and Bishop Billy McCool officiating.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Lynch-Bethel Cemetery.
Jones Mortuary, LLC of Clinton is serving the family of Patricia Eyvonne Sturdivant.
JAMES FRANKLIN STEPHENS
May 2, 2023
James Franklin Stephens, 79, Clinton, gained his angel wings May 2, 2023, with his wife, Barbara, and daughter, Debbie, holding his hands.
He was born June 7, 1943, in Lake City to Clifton and Beatrice Stephens. Anyone who knew Jim knew he had a big personality and loved to eat, read his Bible, fish, talk politics, and be with his family. He was a loving husband, father and the best papaw anyone could wish for. His grandchildren, Blake and Sarah Hudak, were his entire world.
Jim retired from the K-25 Gaseous Diffusion Plant after 30 years back in 2001. He was a wonderful carpenter and spent his retirement using his skills on mission trips, helping others and travelling with his wife Barbara. Jim grew up in a large family as one of seven. He was quite the basketball player and still holds the record at Lake City High school for most points ever scored and most rebounds in a game. Jim graduated Lake City High School and went on to play basketball at Cumberland University in Kentucky. Jim was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Clinton, Alpha Chapter 376 and a past Worthy Patron of the Order of the Eastern Star in Andersonville, Dutch Valley 369. Jim was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church in Lake City.
Jim was preceded in death by: First wife, Hazel Lay Stephens; parents, Clifton and Beatrice Stephens; brothers, Charles Stephens and Lester Stephens; and step-sons, Darryl Disney, Ronnie Disney and John Disney.
Jim is survived by: Loving wife, Barbara Stephens; daughter, Debbie Hudak and husband Chris of Clinton; daughters-in-law, Amy Blevins of Colorado, Sharon Dameron of Powell, and Christy Disney of Lake City.
He leaves behind his precious grandchildren: Blake Hudak of Cookeville, Sarah Hudak of Clinton, Rachel Bittinger and husband Brad of Clinton, Jamie Ford and husband Ben of Grandview, Kendra Disney of Powell, Samantha, Mary and Sarah Disney of New York; great-grandchildren, Blane Bittinger and Nora Campos.
He is also survived by: Brother, Kenneth Stephens and wife Kay of Florida; sisters, Thelma Berryhill of Clinton, Dorothy Arnold of Maryville, and Carolyn Strizak of Clinton; special niece, Linda Bass of Kokomo, Ind.; special nephew Terry Meeler, of Clinton.
Also left behind to mourn his passing is his wonderful nurse and adopted daughter, Abigail Murphy of Andersonville, who took such wonderful care of him and Barbara for many years; and his best friends, Everette and Gail Byrge of Lake City.
The family would like to say a special thank you to his wonderful family doctor and friend, Dr. Robert Alley for all of his care over the years. Special thank you to Dr. Kelly, Dr. Newman and Dr. Maroun and the staff at Parkwest Hospital for all of their care and support.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Visitation was from 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Hatmaker Funeral home Chapel in Lake City.
Funeral service was at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Kenny Sharp and the Rev, Paul Smith officiating.
Graveside service immediately followed the funeral service at Oak Grove Cemetery.
You may also view Jim's guestbook online at our website at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, in charge of arrangements.
KENNETH OWEN SEIBER
May 1, 2023
On May 1, 2023, Kenneth Owen Seiber left this earth and began celebrating with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
He was 99.
Kenneth was a veteran of World War II where he served as a Tec-4 in the infantry. He served in Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe. He received the carbine rifle sharpshooter badge, American Theater Ribbon, EAME Theater Ribbon with five Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal.
Kenneth worked for Union Carbide Corporation as a pipe fitter at the Oak Ridge Gaseous Diffusion Plant, and the Oak Ridge National Lab for 33 years. He retired from the Oak Ridge National Lab in 1985.
Kenneth will be forever remembered by his friends and family as an exceptional man, husband, and father. Kenneth was a dedicated and loving husband to his wife Wanda of 72 years, who preceded him in death in 2020.
Kenneth is survived by: Son Larry; daughters, Karen Holstine, Tammy Sharp (Derek), and Vicki Seiber; nine grandchildren, Jordan Fraley, Cody Holstine, Connor Osborne, Cheyenne Barber, Thomas Sharp (Kerstin), Rebecca Harmon (Alec), Sara Humphrey (Jeremey), Bre Scott (Brad), Blake Bingham; and nine great-grandchildren.
Kenneth was a member of Clinch River Baptist Church in Lake City.
Kenneth loved his family and enjoyed anything that involved kids, grandkids, or great-grandkids. Kenneth enjoyed hunting, fishing, and flying RC model airplanes. He was a very patient and kind man who helped any neighborhood kid that needed their bicycle worked on. Kenneth was an exceptional man that was loved by everyone. The home health nurses fell in love with him after just one visit.
He will be greatly missed.
Graveside service and burial will be in Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton at 1 p.m. May 3, 2023.
Leach Family Funeral Home and Cremation is in charge of all arrangements.
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NANCY LEE MARLOW
May 1, 2023
Nancy Lee Marlow, 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior May 1, 2023, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, Ga.
She was born June 29, 1939, in Hyndman, Penn., to Edward and Emma Evans. Nancy went where the Lord, her husband, family and friends needed her. She raised her family in Ohio and after retirement, moved to Clinton. After the passing of her husband, Harvey “Jay” Marlow, and her Walmart retirement she then moved to McDonough, Ga., and later to Ludowici, Ga., to be closer to her son, John, before moving to Blairsville, Ga., and in with her other son, Harvey, in 2020 where she became a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Blairsville.
She was a pastor’s wife and very active in the churches she attended where she touched many lives through music, teaching, and missions. She was a provider, working as a press operator for 15 years, a Walmart employee for another eight years. She was a loving mother to five children and avid craftswoman crocheting blankets, hats, and prayer shawls for the sick and homeless. She was also a cancer survivor.
Nancy was preceded in death by: Parents, Emma Mae and Edward Millard Evans; husband, Harvey J. Marlow; daughters, Patricia Clair Gallagher, Susan Ann Marlow; and son-in-law, Larry Gallagher.
She is survived by: Beloved sister, Julia (Charles) Saeler; daughter, Wanda (Lonnie) Swango; sons, Harvey (Samantha) Marlow and John (Kerri) Marlow; grandchildren, Andrew Swango, Emma Hillier, Jessica Johns, Logan Taylor, Kaisha Marlow, Chelsea Meeker, and Kiran Marlow; and an additional eight great-grandchildren.
While Nancy will be greatly missed, we can all celebrate her life knowing that when she passed from this life, she heard the words, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant when she entered heavens gates.”
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in her name to your local cancer society.
Visitation was from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, May 5, 2023, at Clear Branch Baptist Church in Lake City.
Funeral service was at 7 p.m. Friday, May 5, 2023, at Clear Branch Baptist Church in Lake City with the Rev. Johnny Marlow officiating.
A graveside service was be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Leach Cemetery in Lake City.
You may also view Nancy's guestbook online at our website at http://www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, in charge of arrangements.
JENNY LYNN HESS
April 28, 2023
Jenny Lynn Hess, 72, Clinton passed away Friday, April 28, 2023.
She was born April 30, 1950, in Xenia, Ohio, to Ralph and Helen Hess. Jenny was the office manager at the Anderson County CO-OP for 32 years. Throughout her life, Jenny loved to go horseback riding and painting.
Jenny will be remembered as a loving mother, friend, and co-worker.
She is survived by: Son, William Jason “J.B.” Brown; brother, Jerry Hess and wife Gertrude; nephew, Tom Hess and wife Jennifer and their children, Tayton Hess, Callista Hess, and Colter Hess; niece, Mandy Deane and husband Brett and their children, Olivia Deane, Kate Deane, Lauren Mott and husband Jonathan and their son, Levi, and daughter, Savannah; life-long friends, Phyllis and Gary Long and their son A.J.
The family will receive friends from 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Smokin for a Cause Knoxville (http://sfacknx.org/home.)
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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WILBURN RAY VILES SR.
April 28, 2023
Wilburn Ray Viles Sr., 78, went to be with the Lord peacefully in his home Friday, April 28, 2023, surrounded by those he loved.
Ray was a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather who loved his family dearly. He was an avid car lover and was in the car business for over 50 years.
Ray was proceeded in death by: Parents, Charlie and Ester Viles; and brother, Jerry Viles.
He leaves behind: Wife, Millie Viles of Knoxville; son, Ray Viles Jr. and wife Abigail of Knoxville; daughter, Kimberly Viles of Knoxville; sister, Lou Davis and husband Ray of Clinton; grandchildren, Elizabeth Viles, Lexie Brady and husband Justin, Haley Allen and husband Davey; great-grandchildren, Jaiden Brady, Maddux Brady, Nash Brady, and Mason Allen.
Please join the family for visitation in the Chapel of Jones Mortuary from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023, with the funeral to follow at 8 p.m. Reverend Stan Kaisor will be officiating.
Graveside service will be held at noon Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Lynch- Bethel Cemetery.
Please join the family in procession to the graveside no later than 10:15 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Jones Mortuary.
Pallbearers will be: Davey Allen, Mason Allen Justin Brady, Maddux Brady, Braden Fink, Steve Elliot, Tony Elliot, Brandon Green.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton is honored to serve the Viles Family.
DIANE GAIL BURNETTE
April 26, 2023
Diana Gail Burnette “Gail,” 80, Hebron, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at home April 26, 2023.
Gail was born April 22, 1943, to Ruthie and William Stooksbury in Lake City. It was in Lake City that she met Jim Burnette, the love of her life. The two were married in Gatlinburg in 1962 and moved to Indiana shortly after to start a family. Their love stood the test of time, and they were blessed with 60 years of marriage, three children, seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
She lived a full life as an admirable mother, Granny, and friend. Gail had a great sense of humor and was always laughing. She loved Tennessee, camping, crafts, playing games, watching sports, as well as cooking and baking, even if she swore that nothing she ever made was “fit to eat.” Most of all Gail loved her family, and she loved the Lord. She will be profoundly missed and always in our hearts.
Gail was preceded in death by: Parents, Ruthie and William Stooksbury; and brother, Jerry Stooksbury.
She is survived by: Devoted husband, James Burnette; brothers, Maurice Stooksbury and Mike Stooksbury; three children, Lisa (Jeff) Duck, Jacque (Joe) Bliha, and Tim Burnette.
She is the adored Granny of Justine (Chris) Gillette, Rachel Duck Schrock, Ashley (Brandon) Mullins, Matthew (Kelly) Gorby, Adam (Maria) Gorby, Jeremy Burnette, Gage Burnette and great-Granny of Elyce, Quinn, Emery, Leo, Lennox, Bristol, Brayleigh, Hexley, and Adrik.
