JOHNNIE RENEE HATMAKER
January 25, 2022
Johnnie Renee Hatmaker, 50, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022.
Johnnie was first and foremost a wonderful, loving mother who loved her church and her family. She has been a devoted wife to Daniel Hatmaker for more than 30 years. She was a member of Sequoyah Missionary Baptist Church in Andersonville. Johnnie has dedicated more than 20 years of service to Covenant Health as a senior help desk analyst. Johnnie loved the Lord, and she had a heart of gold. In the last couple of years, she has fought a long and difficult battle with health issues, but no matter how sick she was, you could always find her smiling. She was truly a “fighter.” Johnnie will be remembered for her intelligence and her witty sense of humor and will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing this sweet lady.
She is preceded in death by: Father, Wendell Reavley; son, Joseph Daniel Hatmaker; sister-in-law, Marie Riggs.
Johnnie is survived by: Loving husband of more than 30 years, Daniel Hatmaker of Clinton; mother, Linda Reavley of Knoxville; daughters, Tabitha Jeffers and husband Ricky of Heiskell, Hope Hatmaker of Clinton; sisters, Tammy Sharp (Rusty) of Knoxville, Tina Bean (Scott) of Powell; grandsons, Ryker Lee Jeffers and Leland Joseph Jeffers; aunt, Shirley Young (Steven); uncle, Gerald Hatmaker (Blanche); nieces, Brittany Bean, Christina Gray (Jason) of Sevierville, Lisa Pinsinski (Mark) of Knoxville; nephew, Jonathan Sharp (Kelly) of Knoxville; great-nieces, Makenzie Gray and Brinlee Troutt; great-nephews, Aiden Sharp, Nathaniel Sharp, and Caleb Pinsinski; mother-in-law, Janice Hatmaker; brothers-in-law, Louie Hatmaker, Randy Hatmaker, Chris Hatmaker, Marty Hatmaker, Brian Riggs, and Johnny Flatford; sister-in-law, Tina Hamilton; special friends, Martine Kinkade, Angela Harvey, Faith Marlow, and Tammy White.
The family would like to extend a special ‘thank you’ to Karen Cardwell and the Covenant Help Desk.
The family welcomes friends to join them for a visitation at Sequoyah Missionary Baptist Church in Andersonville, from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2022.
The funeral service will begin at 7 p.m. with Pastor Gerald Hatmaker, Lance White, and Rusty Sharp officiating.
Johnnie will be laid to rest at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Red Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Andersonville.
Jones Mortuary, LLC in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
THOMAS TOLIVER TRIPLETT
January 25, 2022
Thomas Tolliver Triplett, 72, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Thomas had been a member of Island Home Baptist Church since 2014. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going on nature walks, and his fur baby, Max.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Glen and Bertha Triplett; and wife, Martha Triplett.
Thomas is survived by: Brothers, Joe Triplett of Mountain City, Jack Triplett and Patsy of Abington, Va.; sisters, Betty Greene of Vilas, N.C., Mary Moody of Vilas, N.C.; stepdaughter, Mary ‘Sheila’ Cox of Clinton; nieces, Jane Greene, Kristy Goforth, and Missy Yates.
He is also survived by his special friend, Jerry Stevens of Knoxville, along with a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends in the Chapel of Jones Mortuary from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022.
The memorial service will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Dennis Galloway officiating. Interment will follow directly after memorial service at Oak Ridge Memorial Gardens.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
MICHAEL EUGENE HILL
January 25, 2022
Michael Eugene Hill, 64, Powell, departed from this earth to his Heavenly home Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022.
Michael was born to Raymond and Dorothy Hill Oct. 30, 1957, in Oak Ridge. He was one of nine children.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Michael and Dorothy Hill; brother, Jimmy Hill; grandparents, Oba and Birdie Hill; and special aunt, Sylvia.
Mike is survived by: Sons, Doug (Misty) Hill and Jeremy (Jennifer) Kennedy; nine grandchildren, Elijah, Harper, Tori, Marissa, Lillie, Abigail, Hailey, and Daulton; sisters, Lynda (Sam) Marshall, Phyllis (Don) Mosley, and Teresa Howard; brothers, Ray (Gwen) Hill, Terry (Kathy) Hill, and Mark (Susan) Hill; sister and best friend, Tammy Scott; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mike had a big heart and loved to help people. He was the kind a man to give a stranger a ride, or buy groceries for the family down the street. He loved Jesus, muscle cars, and the Atlanta Braves.
We have peace knowing that Mike is at peace with his Lord and Savior and we look forward to seeing him again.
To share your thoughts and condolences please go to www.woodhavenfh.com.
Woodhaven Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens are honored to serve the Mike Hill Family.
MATTHEW RAY ELLENBERG
January 24, 2022
Matthew Ray Ellenburg, 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Powell Monday, Jan. 24, 2022.
Matthew whole-heartedly loved his family, and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and music.
He was preceded in death by: Father, Billie Ellenburg; mother, Helen Barbour; stepfather, Mack Barbour; brother, Leslie Ellenburg.
Matthew is survived by: Wife, Myra Ellenburg of Powell; son, Justin Ellenburg (Latasha) of Knoxville; daughter, Jessica Ellenburg and Dewayne Cook of Powell; brothers, Jerry Ellenburg of Oak Ridge, Mickey Ellenburg of Knoxville; brother-in-law, Austin Moore (Darlene) of Lenoir City; sisters-in-law, Gayle Skidmore of Clinton, Donna Arthur of Knoxville; Aunt Gini of Chattanooga, and Aunt Jo of Alabama; grandchildren, Lennon, Olivia, and Silas.
Matthew is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.
The family will receive friends in the Chapel of Jones Mortuary from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, with the funeral service beginning at 7 p.m., the Rev. Austin Moore officiating.
A graveside service will be held at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton, TN is in charge of arrangements.
DOROTHY PAULINE DUNCAN
January 24, 2022
Dorothy Pauline Duncan, 87, is breathing easier now.
Born to Mary Nell Braden Walker Aug. 5, 1934, Mom was freed from this world Jan. 24, 2022. Mom never smoked, but developed interstitial lung disease that progressed in her later years. Despite that, she never complained and always looked forward to being with her family, whom she dearly loved.
Mom and Owen Lendle began 63 years of marriage Dec. 4, 1950, after meeting at a church all-day singing in Oliver Springs. A horrendous car crash five years later claimed the lives of their infant daughter, Jeannie, a first cousin, his wife and their four children. That terrible Thanksgiving Day left a lifetime of indelible memories and physical trauma. But as a born-again Christian, Mom was always confident she would be reunited with those she lost that day.
She was a member of Second Baptist Church, Clinton, and a lifelong student who looked at the world as her classroom. Above all, Mom had a passion for helping those around her. Had she been born more recently she would have been a skillful engineer. Instead, Mom used her talents as a “Calutron Girl” at Y-12, a switchboard operator for BellSouth and a circuit board solderer for ORTEC before becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. But she was proudest of her work as wife, mother, grandmother and good friend.
Mom was “Dorothy P.” to her husband, Owen Lendle (deceased); “Mom” to her children, Jeannie (deceased), Terry Duncan Hill (deceased) and Kevin (Rebecca) Duncan; “Mimi” to her grandchildren, Christopher (Karen) Beatty, Ashley (Shaun) Salem; and great-grandchildren, Alex, Eli, Andy, Lydia, Emmy and Wesley; “Aunt Dotty” to favorite niece, Lesa (Terry) Copeland; and nephews, Mike (Miki) Duncan and Brian Shultz (deceased); and “Dotty” to her brother and sister-in-law Lanford (deceased) and Thelma Duncan; sister-in-law, LaVada Duncan; and brother and sister-in-law, Paul and LaVanca Shultz (both deceased).
Mom’s memory will endure with cousins, Shirley (Henry) Brock, Juanita (Junior) Rouse and Jack (Bonnie) Chaves; special friends, June Dotson, Barbara Hensley, Pearl Holcomb, Johnanna Sprague and Annette Wright; a multitude of friends, numerous cousins and the staff and people of the Clinton Senior Center.
Mom warmed so many family members, friends and acquaintances during her lifetime that her imprint will always be on the people she touched. We are comforted knowing Mom no longer is in pain, but now rejoices with and rests in the Lord.
Family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022, at Jones Mortuary in Clinton with service immediately following at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Mike Thompson of Second Baptist Church will be officiating.
Graveside service and interment will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, at Sulphur Springs Cemetery/Dutch Valley United Methodist Church.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
CECIL HAUN
January 23, 2022
Cecil Haun, 103, Clinton passed away Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022.
Cecil was a veteran of the United States Army and was General Patton’s first scout during the World War II. Throughout his life Cecil loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Andy and Bellzora Hawn; son, Larry Cecil Haun; brother, Bea Hawn, Clyde Hawn, Rina Hawn, Ion Hawn, Ray Hawn, Dow Hawn, Charles Hawn; sister, Edie Turner and Ollie Coward.
He is survived by: Loving wife of 74 years, Mary “Martha” Haun; son, Ron Haun; grandchildren, Jason Branson, Chris LaBonte, Travis Haun, Melissa Maupin, Lauren Branscum, Joshua Haun, Allie Haun, and Roni Haun; great-grandchildren, Taylor Haun, Taylor Branson, Jaclynn Nicole Branscum, and Lucas Branscum; several nieces and nephews
The family will receive friends 5- 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home.
His funeral service will follow in the chapel with the Rev. Billy Moore officiating.
His graveside will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, at Lynch Bethel Cemetery with full military honors at graveside and the Rev. Jay Vittatoe officiating.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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JEAN YOUNG
January 23, 2022
Jean Young, 88, Clinton, went home peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior at her residence Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022.
Se was a loving wife and wonderful mother who will be deeply missed by all.
A woman who loved life and treasured all of God’s creation, her beautiful heart could find good in everything.
She was preceded in death by: Loving husband of 60 years, Albert Young; son, David Young; and grandson, Douglas Young.
She leaves behind: Loving daughters, Mary Ann Young and Susan Young Ross; as well as her son-in-law, Lester Ross; and daughter-in-law, Carol Young; along with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The immediate family will be honoring their mother’s life with an intimate and private service per her wishes.
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DARLENE SWOPSHIRE
January 22, 2022
Darlene Swopshire, 57, Knoxville, passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at her home.
Darlene enjoyed being raised on a farm, she loved being out in the sunshine and loved to visit the beach with her family. Darlene was an avid animal lover, and she enjoyed caring for them. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Murk and Mable Garner, along with several siblings.
Darlene is survived by: Husband, Billy Ray Swopshire; and daughter, Samantha Eubanks.
A graveside service will be held at Farmers Grove Baptist Church in Clinton at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
