DORA FAYE HORTON
February 18, 2022
Dora Faye Horton, 87, went home to be with the Lord and Savior Friday morning, Feb. 18, 2022, at her residence in Clinton.
Her faith has ended in sight. She was born to the Rev. Ed and Velma McKamey June 11, 1934, in Campbell County. Dora started the group known as the McKameys with Carol, Peg, and Dora. She later became an RN and earned a master’s degree. She loved working with people and later retired as a school nurse. She was the oldest of 12 children. She belonged to Jarnigan Chapel Church and loved attending there and loved her church family. Dora loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was always smiling and laughing and letting you know she loved you.
Preceded in death by: Parents; husband, Vernon Horton; son, Edward Jett; brothers, Lynn, Albert, Bill, and Bud McKamey; and sister, Mae Pyke.
She is survived by: Brothers, Jay McKamey, Robert McKamey, Andy McKamey (Pam); sisters, Carol and (Jessie) Woodard, Peg and (Ruben) Bean, Mary and (David) Brooks; stepson, Bob (Sam) Horton; step-grandchildren, R.G. Horton, Jeana Horton; grandchildren, Carrie Childs, Bradley Wilcox, Kamie Heidel, Timothy Jett; great-grandchildren, Austin, Everette, Britton, Cutler, Lilly, Grayson, Brody, Lincoln, and Jack; and host of nieces and nephews.
The family received friends at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton from 1 – 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022, with the funeral service following at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Travis Freeman officiating.
Graveside services followed at Jarnigan Chapel Cemetery.
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CONNIE VALERA HURLEY
February 15, 2022
Connie Valera Hurley, 77, passed away at her home in Clinton Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.
Connie was an avid gardener and enjoyed quilting. She was the glue of the family, a dedicated wife, and she loved her fur babies.
Connie was preceeded in death by: Husband, Michael Hurley; sons, William Avery Rhodey and Randall Gene Rhodey; parents, William and Velma Rhodey; brothers, Charles Rhodey and Steve Rhodey; and sister-in-law, Jeanne Rhodey.
She is survived by: Brother, Archer Rhodey (Linda) of Oak Ridge; sister-in-law. Carolyn Rhodey of Oliver Springs; nephew, Joeson Rhodey: niece and caretaker, Jessica Rhodey; grandchildren, Charlie Rhodey (Lia), Amber Wall (David), Randall Rhodey, Autumn Rose (Matthew), Nikki Rhodey; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Services have not been planned at this time.
Jones Mortuary, LLC of Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
LILLIE MAE JONES
February 13, 2022
Lillie Mae Jones, 83, Sharon, passed away Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022.
She was born April 27, 1938, to Leonard and Mary Jane Comer Loveday in Roane County. She was a beloved member of Bible Baptist Church in Sharon and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Special thanks to Angela and Janice of Bible Baptist Church for caring for Mrs. Lillie.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: Husband, Duluth G. Jones; daughter, Sandra Gail Jackson; sisters, Velma Copeland, Maggie Jo Bunch, Gail Taylor, and Meletta Gregory.
She is survived by: Granddaughter, Jennifer Stone; grandson, Joshua Lamb; great-granddaughters, Lillie DeShawn Perry, and Erin Elizabeth Stone; several nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
The family received friends at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, with the funeral service following at 7 p.m.
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, at Grandview Memorial Garden.
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ANGELA MARIE SEIBER
February 12, 2022
Angela Marie Seiber, 58, passed away at her home in Jefferson City Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022.
Angie loved the Tennessee Vols, she loved watching Andy Griffith, playing aggravation, and she loved watching her grandchildren. Angie enjoyed being outdoors and taking walks in her neighborhood. She also enjoyed thrift shopping, working, and cooking. Angie was loved by many, and she will be remembered as a kind, considerate, and giving person.
Angela is preceded in death by: Mother, Henrietta Moser; husband, David Seiber; brother, Russell.
She is survived by: Father, Von Moser; daughter, Tiffany Seiber/Oriana M.; brothers, Skeeter, David, Boodie, Darrell, and Wendell; grandchildren, Ariel and Marina M.
Interment will be held at Sunset Cemetery in Clinton at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
EARLY WAYNE WEBB
February 11, 2022
Earl Wayne Webb, Powell, was born Jan. 11, 1941, and passed away Feb. 11, 2022.
He was a member of Old Pleasant Gap Baptist Church and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Heiskell.
Earl was preceded in death by: Parents, Harrison and Edith Webb; brothers, Joe Webb and Donald Webb.
He leaves behind: Sisters, Reba Pettitt of Sweetwater, Betty Young of Powell, Judy Cox of Oliver Springs; brothers, Roy Webb (Lois) of Chattanooga, Edward Webb (Barbara) of Powell, Ernie Webb (Peggy) of Powell; many nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend, Joyce Rosenbalm.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, with funeral service to follow and burial at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, at Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery
Family requests that masks be worn at visitation.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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LARRY SHANNON HAWKINS
February 10, 2022
Larry Shannon Hawkins, 76, passed away Feb. 10, 2022.
Larry was a heavy equipment operator, he loved motorcycles and horses. He was a graduate of Clinton High School and a Veteran of the Army National Guard.
Preceded in death by: Parents, Leon and Violet “Keith” Hawkins; and sister, Ann Pemberton Spessard.
Larry is survived by: Son, Robert Wallace; daughter, Shannon Wiggs (Jeremy); grandchildren, Bailey Wilson, Avery Wallace; special friend, Jane Conely
There will be a graveside at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022, at Sunset Cemetery.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
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RUBY RUTH MELTON
February 10, 2022
Ruby Ruth Melton, 94, passed away at The Waters in Clinton Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022.
Ruby attended Red Hill Baptist Church in Andersonville. She loved children and she loved gardening. Ruby was a loving mother who became widowed at a young age, and she raised her children by herself. She will be deeply missed by her family.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, James and Lucy Clark; husband, Alvin L. Melton; brother, Henry Clark; and sister, Clara Clark.
Ruby is survived by: Sons, Ronald Melton of Clinton, and Jeffrey Melton of Clinton; daughters, Carolyn Tipton of Clinton, and Kim Stacy and husband Douglas of Heiskell; grandchildren, Amanda Melton, Emily Melton; great-grandchild, Elliott Melton.
A graveside service will be held for Ruby at Norris Memorial Garden at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.
Jones Mortuary, LLC. in Clinton is in charge of arrangements.
HOPE MEREDITH BRUCE
February 10, 2022
Hope Meredith Bruce, 19, changed her address from here on earth to Heaven Feb. 10, 2022.
Hope was a graduate of Karns High School Class of 2020 and a member of Grace Baptist Church. Hope was artistic and had a passion for art and photography. Hope was enthusiastic about her favorite music and tv shows. Her favorite pastime was attending concerts and meeting celebrities. She loved to collect Funko Pop figurines and assemble Lego sets. She also enjoyed playing video games with her friends. Her world consisted of her love for her boyfriend, Justin Kenner, her sisters, and her two cats, Dj and Suki. She was a beautiful and kind soul and felt deeply for her family, friends and others.
She was preceded in death by: Her “Nana,” Carol Roth Larson; aunt, Rita Roth; great-grandparents, Marcus "Coonie" and Mary Louise Amburn, Mary Deck, the Rev. Elbert and Lois Baird and Robert and Edith Bruce; uncle, Russell Bruce.
She is survived by: Parents, Greg and LeAnn Bruce; sisters, Holly and Hannah Bruce; grandparents, Ron and Kathy Lay and Gary and Phyllis Bruce; aunt and uncle, Debi and Jimmy Sutton of Rock Hill, S.C.; uncles, Jeff and Randy (Jill) Roth; boyfriend, Justin Kenner; and a host of cousins.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Grace Baptist Church, 7171 Oak Ridge Highway, with a celebration of life service to follow at 7 p.m., Dr. Bobby Lewis and the Rev. Bryan Thomas officiating.
Family and friends will meet at Berry Highland West Cemetery, 9913 Sherrill Blvd., Knoxville, at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, for graveside services.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Young Williams Animal Shelter, 3201 Division Street, Knoxville, TN 37919 www.young-williams.org
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryfuneralhome.com for the Bruce family.
