SANDRA FAYE PERRY
February 7, 2022
Sandra Faye Perry, 80, passed away at her home in Powell Monday, Feb. 7, 2022.
Sandra was a long-time employee of the Walmart in Halls and has worked at Chick-Fil-A for the last six years. She enjoyed going to church and was an avid sewer. Sandra was a member of the Crossroads Apostolic Church in Halls for 25 years.
Sandra was preceded in death by: Parents, Robert and Carrie McGill; brothers, Charles McGill and Carl Edward McGill; sisters, Rita McGill and Elsie Andreasen.
She is survived by: Daughters, Lisa Lynch (David) of Powell, Anita Dobbs of Powell, Tina Juarez (Israel) of Seymour; brothers, Robert McGill Jr. (Sandra) of Knoxville, Billy McGill (Jane) of Front Royal, Va.; sisters, Georgia West (Bill) of Tazewell, Frankie Pendleton of Sparta; grandchildren, Chanel Webster and Jason of Palmetto, Fla., Kayla and Michael Funderburke of Lexington, S.C., Emaleigh Gwinn of Knoxville, Maggie Murmann of Knoxville, Kelsea and Jory Cunningham of Powell; great-grandchildren, Maddison Webster, Mackenzie Webster, Ava, and River Funderburke.
The family will receive friends at the Crossroads Apostolic Church in Knoxville from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022.
The funeral service will begin at 7 p.m. The Rev. Hosack, Bishop Grey, and Bishop McCool will be officiating.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, at Clapps Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
ELENORA EASTERLY EDWARDS
February 5, 2022
Elenora Easterly Edwards was born in LaFollette to Guy and Lucille Easterly.
Guy was Publisher/Editor of The LaFollette Press and instilled in Elenora a love of writing, news, and a good story, leading her to pursue a career in journalism. After graduating from LaFollette High School in 1961, she attended Maryville College where she was editor-in-chief of the student newspaper. She earned a degree in English from Maryville College in 1965 before attending graduate school at the School of Journalism at the University of Missouri at Columbia. While in graduate school, Elenora worked on the city desk of the Columbia Missourian, the local city newspaper published at the school.
Elenora began as a reporter for the Courier News of Clinton in 1970, and worked her way up to News Editor, a position she held until 1981 when her son, Ben was born. Elenora also served as Editor of The Tennessee Press, a publication of the Tennessee Press Association, from 1991 through 2013. She was a Trustee of the Tennessee Press Foundation from 2014 until 2022. A former President of the East Tennessee Society of Professional Journalism and former board member of the Tennessee Coalition for Open Government, Elenora most recently served as President of the Timely Topics Club. She was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church of Clinton where she sang in the choir. She loved her work, family, friends, and most of all, her son Ben, who she cared for until the time of her passing.
Elenora was preceded in death by: Parents, Guy and Lucille Easterly; husband, Thomas Edwards; and nephew. Guy Tucker.
She will be greatly missed by: Son, Ben; sister, Helen Anne Tucker; numerous cousins, extended family, countless friends, and the community she served.
Her joyful spirit, easy smile, and enthusiasm for life will be remembered by all with whom she came in contact.
Interment was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Clinton. A celebration of life service followed at 1 p.m. at Memorial United Methodist Church in Clinton.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to a fund designated for Ben Edwards’ long-term care. Gifts can be sent to Memorial United Methodist Church, 323 North Main Street, Clinton, Tennessee 37716. www.holleygamble.com
SHIRLEY C. BYRGE
February 5, 2022
Shirley C. Byrge, Graves Gap, crossed over Jorden singing the praising of the Lord Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022.
She was born Oct. 30, 1946, in Clinchmore, at a mining camp to Dewey and Marie Wright Duncan. The Lord loaned us one of his angels for a while complete with his understanding, his love, and his smile. Her passion was singing at church. She was a member of Graves Gap Baptist Church, where she was the church clerk for 45 years. Also the first couple to ever be married at the church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Husband, the Rev. Donnie Hugh Byrge; son, Donald E. Byrge; granddaughter, Susan Lynn Byge; sister, Debra Jean Duncan; brothers, Terry Chelma Duncan, Robert Lee “Bob” Duncan, Clay Duncan; father and mother-in-law, Jesse Byrge and Aline Brown Byrge.
She leaves behind: Children, John David Byrge, Jesse Byrge III, and Matthew Israel Byrge; granddaughters, Melinda Hope Stagnolia, Amber Faith Byrge, Leah Charity Byrge; grandson, Jacob Peyton Byrge; great-granddaughter, Stephanie Stagalia; sisters, Maxine Lutner of Lake City, Sue Price of Keauy, Ky., Pat Ford of Knoxville, Ava Yocum of Andersonville, Charlene Mobley and Charlotte Duncan, both of Knoxville; sisters-in-law, Louise Byrge, Fannie Byrge, both of Lake City, and Nadine Braden of Briceville.
She also leaves behind her amazing church family and a multitude of extended family and friends.
Shirley had some very difficult challenges and became a source of strength and inspiration for her family. She would want them to remain steadfast and strong, and not lose heart. ‘There are moments on mountaintops and moments in deep valleys’, but life is beautiful and worthwhile.
Friends may visit with the Byrge family from beginning at noon Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Graves Gap Baptist Church, Briceville, until the time of service at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Lonnie Lowe and Bro. Wayne McBurnnett officiating.
Interment will follow the funeral service at the church cemetery.
Premier Sharp Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
JIMMY D. BAILEY
February 5, 2022
Jimmy D. Bailey, 75, Oliver Springs, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday morning Feb. 5, 2022, after courageously battling cancer.
He was born June 26, 1946, in LaFollette to General Lee and Robbie Sue (McDeerman) Bailey.
Jimmy married the love of his life, Vicki J. (Humphrey) Bailey, Dec. 15, 1969, in Andersonville. Together Jimmy and Vicki lovingly welcomed their two children: Boyd Lee Bailey wife Paula Rose Bailey and Becky Jane Bailey Shelton husband Bryan Todd Shelton; five grandchildren, Jacob Owen, Bryant Bailey, Jonathan Bailey, Timothy Bailey and Grace Shelton; and great-granddaughter, Mercy Jane Wilcox.
He served with the United States Navy 1964 to 1970, continuing his service in the Naval Reserves. Jimmy served multiple tours in Vietnam, earned two bronze stars and four additional service medals.
Jimmy retired from the Department of Energy Facility Y-12 after 30 years of dedicated service. Previously serving eight years with the City of Oak Ridge Fire Department.
He earned his private pilot’s license in 1980 under the instruction of the late Guy M. Jones. Jimmy loved spending his days flying, boating and fishing with his family.
Jimmy was preceded in death by: Parents, General Lee and Robbie Sue (McDeerman) Bailey; brother, Bobby L. Bailey; sisters, Mary Bailey Woods, Debra Bailey Reesor; brother-in-law, Michael R. Humphrey.
Survived by: Brothers, Billy R. Bailey, Johnny W. Bailey; sisters, Patricia Hope Bailey Lloyd (Clarence), Linda S. Bailey Rosenbalm (Wendell); brother-in-law, Joseph T. Humphrey; sisters-in-law, Kathy Langston (David), Terri Jo Humphrey, Rosemary Cox (Rudy).
He will be lovingly missed by a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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PATRICK GRAVES
February 5, 2022
Patrick Graves, 41, Clinton, passed away Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Oak Ridge March 28, 1980, to Lanny and Joyce Rucker Graves. Patrick was a member of Norris First Baptist Church. His true passions were soccer and family.
Our hearts are broken loosing Patrick so young. We are comforted to know that he is with Jesus, no longer in pain and we have precious memories.
Patrick was preceded in death by: Father, Lanny Graves; grandparents, Margrie Cole Brooks, Walter Rucker, J.C. and Bonnie Fraker Graves; aunt, Kathy Graves; nephew, Jason Hatmaker.
Survived by: Mother, Joyce Rucker Graves; sister, Megin Graves Hatmaker; aunt, Sheila Atchley (Brian); nephews, Alexander and Spenser Hatmaker; son-in-law, Timothy Hatmkaer; cousins, Haley and Colton Atchley.
Many thanks to Kelly and Leslie of Amedysis Hospice, Erica and Stacy of Amedysis Home Health and Wendy FNP for great care.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home with the funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. with the Rev. David Seiber officiating.
Patrick’s interment will be held at Norris Memorial Garden at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022.
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KATHERINE S. HAWKINS ANDRONICK
January 27, 2022
Kathrine S. Hawkins Andronick, 83, passed away Jan. 27, 2022, in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, where she has resided for 59 years.
Kathy was born May 21, 1938, to Dave and Nancy Heatherly Hawkins of Lake City. She graduated for Lake City High School.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, Harry Andronick of Brandon; parents and grandparents of Tennessee; brothers, Norris, Jerry Lee, Donnie Ray, Ronnie Mac of Lake City, Lloyd of Knoxville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Claudine and Frank Manning of Spring City, Mary Sue and Bobby Grant of Lake City, and Lily Mae Hawkins of Lake City; nephew, Mark Manning of Spring City; niece, Carrie Ann Hawkins of Lake City; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; niece and nephew of the Andronick family in Ontario and B.C. Canada.
Kathy is survived by: Daughter, Tammy and Ron Borus; son, Chris and Lesley Andronick; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all of the Brandon area; sisters, Faye and Curtis Cooper of Fountain Inn, S.C., Geneva and Ronnie Norton of Lake City, Cherry and Paul (Pat) Lane of Clinton; a host of niece and nephews and great-nieces and nephews from the Hawkins family of Tennessee and South Carolina.
Kathy’s family in Brandon will hold a private celebration of life and her Tennessee family will honor her at their next family dinner.
If you wish to honor Kathy, the family ask for you to donate to the American Cancer Association or the Alzheimer Association in her name.
AMELIA BETH PIERCE
January 27, 2022
Amelia Beth Pierce, 54, passed away, Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2022, at her home.
She was born June 15, 1967, in Tryon, N.C. Amelia was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where she served as the nursery supervisor for more than 25 years, something she took great pride in. Amelia attended Mars Hill University, where was president of the Sigma Alpha Chi sorority, the University of Tennessee, and Lincoln Memorial University, where she earned her doctorate. She taught in the Roane County School system for the past 20 years and was a former cheerleading coach at Oliver Springs High School. She was a loving wife, mother, and friends who will be dearly missed.
Amelia was preceded in death by: Beloved daughter, Ellie Jackson; parents, J.B. Easlic and Dorothy Campbell; uncle, Francis Morrow; and aunt, Helen Morrow.
Survivors include: Husband, Danny Pierce; son, Jacob Jackson; stepmother, Linda Easlic; brother, Paul Easlic and wife Kamela; stepbrother, Danny Garrison; nephew, Nolan Easlic; niece, Danielle Gomez; and great-niece, Caroline Martin; as well as many friends and loved ones.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made by mail to the Ellie Jackson Memorial Scholarship Fund at 325 Gum Street Oliver Springs, TN 37840.
The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, at Weatherford Mortuary.
A funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Pontian Kiyimba officiating.
An online register book is available at weatherfordmortuary.com.
DIETRA 'POOH' ROCHELLE GALLAHER
January 26, 2022
Dietra “Pooh” Rochelle Gallaher departed this life Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Dietra graduated from Clinton High School in 1994 and throughout her life she enjoyed gardening, cooking, taking care of her dog, Max “Noodle Pup,” caring for others as a CNA but most of all spending time with her family and friends. Dietra’s family and friends will remember her as being the life of the party.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Anna and James Griffin; grandmothers, Margaret Griffin and Ethel Hill; sisters, Dionne and Elisa Griffin; aunt, Ruby Griffin; uncles, Ronnie Hill and Eugene Gallaher, and William Griffin.
She is survived by: Her legacy of two daughters, Jasmine and Rejah; son, Zyland; sisters, Jackie and husband Dwayne McClanahan, Lakaisha, Anna “Net” and Lenaka; brothers, Mark, Terry and wife Roxie, and Carmon; aunts, Henrietta Caldwell, Georgia Reed, Jackie Hill, Willie and husband Leonard, Mattie Gallaher; uncles, James Hill, the Rev. William Caldwell Jr., and Paul Griffin; common mother-in-law, Janet Allen; host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family will receive friends from noon – 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022, at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church.
Her funeral service will follow with the Rev. Harold Middlebrook officiating her service and the Rev. Ernest Scruggs reading the eulogy.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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