CARL RAYMOND BARNETT
November 19, 2022
Carl Raymond Barnett, 70, Clinton, passed away Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Carl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back. Carl was a devoted husband to his wife for 49 years. He enjoyed camping and cooking and loved his church family at New Life Missionary Baptist. Carl was also a talented painter for 10 years at GMC and helped build the truck for the Smokey and the Bandit movie.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Riley Barnett and Mildred Helsel.
He is survived by: Wife of 49 years, Edith Barnett of Clinton; children, Charles Barnett and wife Tara of Standish, Mich., Chad Barnett and wife Sarah of Heiskell; grandchildren, Chance Barnett, Chase Barnett, Stacey Barnett, and Cheryl Adams; great-granddaughter, Riley Barnett; and his Church family at New Life Missionary Baptist.
Carl leaves behind his special friends, Betty Pharr, Anne Heineman, John Reichert, Henry Drake, Chris and Jeff Kelley.
The Barnett Family received friends from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022, at New Life Missionary Baptist Church in Clinton, with a celebration of life beginning at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Ed Seibers officiating.
Jones Mortuary, LLC, of Clinton is serving the family of Carl Raymond Barnett.
BOBBY JACK LAMB
November 17, 2022
Bobby Jack Lamb, 72, Rocky Top, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, at his home.
Bobby was raised in Lake City.
In his early years he drove trucks and worked in a family garage painting and restoring vehicles. Bobby also worked as an auto body repairman for Kenworth for several years. He loved older model cars and enjoyed his craft. Bobby enjoyed hunting and watching races. However, he most of all loved seeing his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. Bill and Opal Lamb.
He is survived by: Children, Gerald Todd Lamb and wife Sherry, and Alisha Elaine Owens; grandchildren, Joshua Eric Lamb and wife Kassie, Shannon Aaron Owens and wife Katrina, Noah Nathaniel Lamb and wife Jaimi, and Daylen Garrett Cole; great-grandchildren, Paislee and Parker Lamb, and Emmitt and Elryc Owens; sister, Janet Wright and husband Gary; brothers, Ronnie Lamb and wife Connie, Rickey Lamb and Bernadine; good friend, Dave; and other family and friends.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Amedisys hospice, in particular nurse Yasmin Demetroff for her kind and compassionate care for Bobby during his illness.
The family is planning a gathering for Bobby’s family and friends at Friendly Welcome Baptist Church (220 Half Moon Rd., Oliver Springs) at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in the fellowship hall.
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CHARLES DAVID HARMON
November 15, 2022
Charles David Harmon, 87, passed away at his home in Rocky Top in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022.
Charles was a member of Island Ford Baptist Church, and he was a man of faith. He is an Army veteran who truly enjoyed serving his country. Charles loved to read, and he loved his family dearly.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Dave and Ethel Harmon; son, Charles David Harmon Jr.; brothers, Carl Harmon and Archie Harmon; sister, Helen Nelson.
Charles leaves behind: Loving wife of 47 years, Izella Harmon of Rocky Top; daughter, Angela Martin and husband Jason of Rocky Top; brothers, Ronnie Harmon (Pat) of Powell, Omer Harmon (Marilyn) of Clinton; sisters, Linda Harmon of Rocky Top, and Joan Martin of Rocky Top; grandchildren, Emily Martin, Andrew Foust (Alex), Jonathan Harmon; great-grandchildren, Noah Foust and Ella Harmon.
The family will meet at Island Ford Baptist Church Cemetery for Charles’ graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022.
The Rev. Jimmy Ault will be officiating.
Full military honors will be performed at the beginning of his graveside service.
Jones Mortuary, LLC., in Clinton is serving the Harmon Family.
MARY RUTH GOODMAN
November 15, 2022
Mary Ruth Goodman, 75, Lake City, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at her residence.
Mary was born May 17, 1947, in Knox County to Albert Henderson Nelson and Minnie D. Lindsay Nelson.
She was a member of Island Ford Baptist Church. She enjoyed making Mexican cornbread, loved reading Stephen King novels, and loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and neighbor children. Mary loved birds and listening to the rain.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by: Husband, William Goodman; son, William Leslie Goodman; sisters, Margaret Hatmaker, Beatrice Harmon, and Eleanor Hawkins; and brothers, Marshall, J.D., and Jerry Nelson.
Survived by: Daughters, Amanda L Wilson and Bobby, Jennifer M. Smith and Christopher; Goddaughter, Debra S. Bridges and J.R. Bridges; sister-in-law, Joann Nelson; grandchildren, Rick Woods, Paula Shepherd (Brooks), Jasmine Goodman – Cooper, Christian Smith; great-grandchildren, Declan McFaddin, Jerrika Goodman – Cooper, Taelen Bowling, Alyssa Johnson, and Bryson Brooks; and a host of other family members and friends.
Visitation was from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Hatmaker Funeral Home.
The funeral was at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home chapel, with Chaplin Tom Rayford officiating.
BARBARA ANN VOELLINGER PETERS
November 12, 2022
Barbara Ann Voellinger Peters, 75, passed away peacefully Nov. 12, 2022, surrounded by loved ones after battling a brief illness.
She graduated from Harvey High School in 1965, and went on to drive for Ashtabula County Schools as a bus driver for many years. Barbara loved to spend her free time singing karaoke and bowling with her local league.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert (Delores) Voellinger.
Barbara is survived by: Husband, Joel Peters; son, Michael (Mary) Gorman; grandsons, Michael (Emilee) Gorman, David (Kourtney) Gorman; granddaughters, Hannah Gorman, Rachael Gorman, Miracle Anderson-Gorman; great-grandchild, Caroline Gorman; sisters, Jenni Malcomb and Molly Baker.
The family will have a private celebration of life at a later date.
KAREN KNIGHT
November 12, 2022
Karen Knight, 58, Oak Ridge, passed away Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She was a loving mother, sister, and friend. She had a big heart and a great sense of humor.
Karen was very caring and enjoyed helping others, especially her children. She devoted her life making sure her children were happy and had everything that they needed.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Starling and Mary Burgess; sisters, Brenda Burgess and Sharon McCullough; brother, Danny Burgess; nephew, Shawn Branson; and niece, Becky Roberts.
She is survived by: Former spouse, Eddie Knight; daughter, Shannon Knowles and her husband Michael Knowles; son, Dustin Knight and his fiancé Kelsey Williams; sister, Linda Bunch; brother, Donnie Burgess and his wife Peggy Burgess; nephews, Colton Bunch, John Boy Armes, and Jamie Carroll; and niece, Mary Grace Sheldon.
Visitation was held from 1- 3 p.m. Sunday Nov. 20, 2022, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home chapel.
Her funeral was at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home chapel.
Interment immediately followed the funeral at Beech Grove Cemetery in Lake City.
GREGORY LYNN SWEAT
November 10, 2022
Gregory Lynn Sweat, 57, passed away Nov. 10, 2022.
Gregory was preceded in death by his father, James Edward “Eddie” Sweat.
He is survived by: Mother, Terry Downs; and brothers, Scott Edward Sweat and Tony Ray Sweat.
Gregory was a graduate of Clinton High School and was self-employed in the construction and landscaping business.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, at Oak Ridge Family Bible Church with receiving of friends from 2-3 p.m. and service to follow at 3 p.m.
God welcomed home a good angel.
GENEVA MARIE UNDERWOOD 'PEACH'
November 9, 2022
Geneva Marie Underwood “Peach,” 93, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Sacred Grounds Hospice House in Knoxville.
She loved her grandchildren and family.
Peach was preceded in death by her husband, Charles D. Underwood.
She is survived by: Sons, Gregory (Kathy) Underwood and David (Sharon) Underwood; grandchildren, Michael (Misty) Underwood, Stacy (Ryan) George and Derek Underwood; great-grandchildren, Braxton, Drexel, Asher and Aria.
The family will gather for a visitation at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at Jones Mortuary in Clinton.
Peach’s graveside service will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 2580 Romig Road, Akron, Ohio.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
