TIMOTHY GORDON BURMEISTER
July 16, 2020
Timothy Gordon Burmeister, 60, Clinton — our beloved brother, passed away unexpectedly at his home July 16, 2020.
We know he has been taken home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ to rest safely in His arms.
He was born on July 15, 1960, in New London, Wisc., the son of Gordon and Dorothy (Boehm) Burmeister.
Tim was always looking to the heavens gazing at the stars. He loved motorcycle rides and loved teasing his sister about her Harley. He was an avid World War II buff, constantly reading and researching the subject. Tim was a good chess player and belonged to a local chess club. He challenged himself by having several games going in his home at once, his best opponent was himself.
He is survived by: Big brother, Philip Burmeister (Barbara Kain) of Davenport, Fla.; loving sister, Julie Herning (Michael) Pulaski of Wisconsin; two nephews, Seth Herning and Jacob Herning; niece, Khrys Riley (James) of Wisconsin Rapids; aunt, Mardell Boehm of New London, Wisc.; and special friends, Vicki Nowak (Joel) of Appleton, Wisc.; and his former wife and good friend, Sandra Szot of Andersonville.
He is also survived by many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles.
Memorial service to be held at Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 E, Quincy St. New London, Wisc., at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020.
Family and friends may call from 9–11 a.m. with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Pastor William Heiges will be officiating.
You gave no one a last farewell, nor ever said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God took you home.
YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.
LISA DANIEL
July 12, 2020
Lisa Daniel, 52, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 12, 2020.
She was born April 25, 1968, and lived her whole life in this area.
Lisa was an LPN at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge for more than 15 years. She was of the Baptist faith. She loved crafts, coloring, writing and her dogs, Missy and Marshall.
Lisa was preceded in death by: Maternal grandparents, Mable and J.D. Phillips; paternal grandparents, Elsie and J.R. Loy; and special friend, Steve Ballard.
She is survived by: Father, Kenneth Loy of Oak Ridge; mother, Wanda Phillips of LaFollette; children, Bridget Hembree and husband David of Halls, Whitney Sheldon and husband Daniel of Coalfield, Josh Daniel of Coalfield, and Alyssa Armstrong and husband Zack of Rocky Top; grandchildren, Michael, Gracie, Javin, Izach, Noah, Andrew, Isaiah, Brooklyn, Caydin, Joslyn, Blake, Addisyn, Ryleigh and Brynlee; fiancé and caregiver, Frank Cook; brothers, Ray Idles and wife Beth, David Idles and wife Lori, Rodney Loy, Jeremy Loy, and Kenneth Loy Jr.; sister, April Idles; and also by nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
The family received friends from 11 a.m.–noon Friday, July 17, 2020, at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs.
Graveside service followed visitation at 12:45 p.m. at Liberty Missionary Baptist Church in Heiskell with Pastor Doug Munsey officiating. Premier Sharp Funeral Home served the Daniel family.
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ROGER THORPE DUNCAN
June 10, 2020
Roger Thorpe Duncan, 73, Clinton, left this world early Wednesday morning, June 10, 2020.
He was born May 17, 1947, and lived his entire life in Anderson County. Roger enjoyed westerns, gospel and country music, and watching the University of Tennessee Vols football games. He was a member of Laurel Grove Missionary Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by: Mother, Lucy Duncan Stuck; step-father, Floyd Stuck; grandmother, Sarah Dovie Lively Duncan; and grandfather, Sammie Duncan, who raised him along with several other family members.
Mr. Duncan is survived by: Daughter, Sara Duncan and boyfriend Eric Russell (caregivers) of Clinton; and son and daughter-in-law, Roger Tyler Duncan and Emily Roeder Duncan of Knoxville.
He will be missed by many.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Martha and Eric Russell and Avalon Hospice for their care and support.
Visitation will be held from 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2020, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Laurel Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Briceville with the Rev. Charlie Green officiating.
LARRY THOMAS SMITH JR.
June 10, 2020
Larry Thomas Smith Jr., 49, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center.
Larry was a devoted father to his only child, Cyleigh Grace Marie, age 12. He loved to fish and cook, anyone who knew him knew he was a great chef. Larry loved spending time with family and friends. He was a member of Faith Promise Church and a longtime employee of Breeding Insulation Company of Knoxville.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Larry Thomas Smith Sr., and mother, Grace Marie Smith.
He is survived by his daughter Cyleigh, and lifetime friends, Kevin Tipton, David Bowen and Curtis Ward.
Larry will have a graveside service at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Byrd’s Chapel Cemetery, 11270 Yarnell Road, Knoxville.
Everyone is welcome to attend. The service will be officiated by Pastor Waylon Payne.
In lieu of flowers, Cyleigh asks that donations be made to help with funeral expenses. If you would like to assist, please contact Jackson Funeral Services, PO Box 91, 7071 Knoxville Hwy. Oliver Springs, TN 37840, 865-435-3800.
To leave a note for Larry’s family or to sign the online guestbook please visit jacksonfuneralservices.com
LUCY 'JANE' STOOKSBURY
June 10, 2020
Lucy “Jane” Stooksbury, 76, Andersonville, passed away at home June 10, 2020.
Jane was a true farm girl who loved her cows and dogs dearly.
She was preceded in death by: Parents John and Artie Mastern; and sister, Alta Joan Stooksbury.
Jane is survived by: Brothers, Russell Stooksbury and his wife Glendora of Andersonville, Gary Stooksbury and his wife Barbara of Andersonville, Michael W. Stooksbury and his wife Patti of Maynardville; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
In Lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made in her memory to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at jonesmortuaryllc.com
WANDA FAYE HUNLEY
June 8, 2020
Wanda Faye Hunley, 82, Dandridge, passed away Monday, June 8, 2020.
Wanda truly never met a stranger. She always had extra love to give to those around her and was a “neighborhood mom” to many people.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Cleo Roe.
She is survived and will be greatly missed by: Sons, Steven Hunley (Cathy) and Gary "Lynn" Hunley; daughter, Alisha Holloway( Paul); brother, Bob Roe (Carolyn); sister, Donna Adkins (Ben); and grandchildren, Jerry May, Heather Hunley, Jonathon Hunley, and Chase Hunley.
Wanda’s family will receive her friends from 1- 3 p..m. Friday, June 12, 2020, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton, with a funeral service to start at 3 p.m. Interment to follow at Sunset Cemetery in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at jonesmortuaryllc.com
ESTEL JACK SHOUPE
June 7, 2020
Estel Jack Shoupe, age 71 of Rocky Top, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at his home. He was born on January 25, 1949 in Caryville.
He is preceded in death by: mother, Vida Jane Duncan; father, Jack Jobe; sister, Dorris Leonard; and grandson, Wesley Leach.
He is survived by: children, Shawnee Shoupe of Rockwood, Princess Kesterson of Rocky Top, Dee Dee Shoupe Gyles of VOnore, Gail Baird of Lafollette, and Jason Shoupe of Rocky Top; grandchildren, DeShea Marlow, Joshua Morris, Mariah Reynolds Shoupe, Taylor Shoupe, Jaxon Shoupe, Preston Gyles, Suzie Gyles, Katherin Gyles, Tasha Shelton, Sierra Shelton, Jessica Davis, and Dawn Ridenour; great-grandchildren, Mason, Carson, Cameron and Jack Marlow, Reagen Smith, Brydon Shelton, Gunner Leach, Raeghan Wilson, Bryson Bailey, and Maddox and Taytum Baird; brother, Freddy Jobe; and sister, Ella Mae Cody.
The family will receive friends at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Rocky Top on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 from 5-7pm with the funeral service to follow at 7pm with Rev. Jimmy Lindsey officiating. Graveside service will be on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 1pm at Beech Grove Cemetery. www.holleygamble.com
RANDY JOE CHANDLER
June 6, 2020
Randy Joe Chandler, 61, Clinton, passed away Saturday June 6, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.
Randy enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding motorcycles, he also loved working on cars and spending time with his family.
Randy was preceded in death by: Parents, Eddie and Betty Chandler; brother, Leonard Chandler; son, Joseph Robbins; sisters-in-law, Carol Chandler and Josie Chandler.
Randy is survived by: Wife, Shirley Martin; brothers, Ed Chandler and James Chandler; children, Chris Chandler (Stephanie) of Clinton, Nick Chandler (Amy), Ashley Chandler (Dustin), also of Clinton; stepchildren, Adam Martin (Suzie), Tim Martin and Jackie Martin; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jones Mortuary at 375 N Main Street Clinton, TN 37716.
Randy’s family will receive his friends from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesday June 9, 2020, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton, with funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. with Von Walters officiating.
Randy’s interment will immediately follow at Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
