LAWRENCE ADRIAN SMITH JR.
October 24, 2020
Lawrence Adrian Smith Jr., 59, Clinton, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge after losing his battle to COVID-19.
Born on March 27, 1961, in Clinton, Lawrence is survived by: Loving wife, Connie Smith; sons, Michael Smith and Thomas Smith; stepson, Aaron Wilson (wife Christie); stepdaughter Amy Burns (husband Jeff); and grandchildren, Alex Wilson, Ariana Wilson, Jackson Burns, and Liam Burns.
He is also survived by sisters Lena Hoormann, Gail Cooper, and Julia Rohr, as well as nephews Denny Toomey and James Toomey.
Lawrence spent his life living in the Clinton area and was happiest when he was on his tractor tending to his property or watching his grandchildren ride four-wheelers and dirt bikes. He was a member of the Laborers’ Local 818, primarily working at various U.S. Department of Energy sites in Oak Ridge.
Lawrence was preceded in death by: Parents, Lawrence Sr. and Imogen Smith; and his son, Matthew Smith.
The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, at Anderson County Memorial Gardens in Clinton. All attendees are required to wear a mask.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of the arrangements.
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CLYDE E. (PETE) BULLOCK
October 24, 2020
Clyde E. (Pete) Bullock, 67, passed away Saturday Oct. 24, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
He was a Vietnam Veteran, a member of #616 Crystal Lodge, a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Clinch RIver Baptist Church. He was retired from the Y-12 plant as a machinist.
He was preceded in death by: Mother, Joie Helton Bullock.
He is survived by: Wife of 27 years, Mary Ann Bullock; father, Clyde E. Bullock Jr.; sister and husband, Pamela and Robert Seay and their daughter, Robyn Seay; sons, Nathan Bullock and wife Lorie; stepson and daughter-in-law, Drs. Aaron and Erin Byrd; son, Travis Bullock; and daughter, Danielle Bullock; six grandsons; one granddaughter; five great-grandchildren.
The family request in lieu of flowers memorials be made to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital in Knoxville or St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
BONNIE RUBRIGHT MILLER
October 23, 2020
Bonnie Rubright Miller, 72, passed away Oct. 23, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Bonnie was born in Redding, Penn., March 26, 1948, to Elsie and Warren Rubright. At an early age she and her family moved to Orlando, Fla. After graduating high school she met the love of her life, James (Jim) Miller, and later moved to Clinton. Bonnie and Jim married Sept. 27, 1968.
Bonnie loved her family above all else. She was an amazing wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She adored her two sons, Bill and Tom Miller, and never missed an important moment in either of their lives. She was an amazing grandmother and loved her grandson, Cole, with all of her heart. Bonnie and Jim shared 52 wonderful years of marriage together full of love and laughter (Bonnie loved to laugh!).
Bonnie was very artistic and had many hobbies including gardening, quilting and weaving. She was a member of the Tuesday Weaving Group at the Appalachian Arts & Crafts Center in Norris. She loved going antiquing and walking the Songbird Trail with her dog, Jake.
Bonnie was preceded in death by: Parents, Warren and Elsie Rubright; and sister-in-law, Lissette Rubright.
She is survived by: Loving husband, Jim Miller; son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Cathy Miller; son, Tom Miller; grandson, Cole Miller; brother and sister-in-law, David and Mary Ann Rubright; brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Gail Rubright; and many nieces and nephews.
At Bonnie’s request there will be no ceremony held. This memorial is created in place so we can honor her memory. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Appalachian Arts & Craft Center in Norris, Tennessee via mail at AACC, 2716 Andersonville Hwy. 61, Clinton, TN 37716 or online at https://appalachianarts.net/.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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JUSTIN WADE ELLIOTT
October 23, 2020
Justin Wade Elliott, 40, formerly of Lake City, passed away Oct. 23, 2020, in Nashville.
Justin was born Aug. 26, 1980, to Rick Elliott and Pat (Struckman) Elliott Drake. As a child, his good nature and resemblance earned him the nickname "Opie." Justin graduated from Anderson County High School in 1998 and shortly thereafter he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the 82nd Airborne Division in Afghanistan. A skilled tradesman, Justin worked various jobs in the construction industry.
He is survived by: Son, Tyler Wade Elliott; mother, Pat Drake; father, Rick Elliott; sister, Caitlin Elliott Galka and fiancee Jimmy McKinnon; nephew, Jackson Galka; aunt, Roberta Smith; uncle, J.W. Smith; aunt, Connie Kraus; and numerous cousins.
Visitation will be held from 2 – 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020, at Clear Branch Baptist Church in Rocky Top. The funeral service will follow visitation at 4 p.m. at Clear Branch Baptist Church with the Rev. Randy Norton officiating. A graveside service will take place after the funeral service at Leach Cemetery which is adjacent to the church.
Hatmaker Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
BETTY JANE FRYER BEATTY
October 23, 2020
On Oct. 23, 2020, the Good Lord took our 88-year-old loved one, Betty Jane Fryer Beatty, home to be with Him.
She is survived by: Husband of 71 years, Ray Beatty of Clinton; three sons, Michael Beatty and wife Beth of Huntsville, Ala., Patrick Beatty and wife Jill of Nashville, and Timothy Beatty and wife Gayle of Knoxville; two grandchildren, Chris Beatty and wife Karen, and Justin Beatty; and four great-grandchildren, Alex, Eli, Andy, and Lydia of Clinton.
Betty was a member of St Marks Methodist Church in Clinton. She was so loving and giving to everyone and in turn everyone loved her.
Among her many hobbies were square dancing, clogging, ballroom dancing, and the two step. She enjoyed making things on an old fashioned loom and weaving baskets. She especially loved her humming birds and wild flower trail that she and Ray enjoyed on their farm on Blockhouse Valley.
She will be sadly missed by everyone that knew her.
At Betty's request, there will be a private, immediate family service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Marks Methodist Church in Clinton Tennessee
MARGARET ANN CALHOUN
October 22, 2020
Margaret Ann Calhoun, 77, Clinton, died peacefully Oct. 22, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
Margaret Ann was born in Guntersville, Ala., June 17, 1943, to Helen and A.B. Hammer Jr. It was there that her father and grandfather started the first Hammer’s Department Store.
In 1961 she graduated as a valedictorian from Clinton High School. She then attended Lincoln Memorial University, where she graduated as a 1965 salutatorian. While attending college, she met Don Calhoun. They would marry and spend 56 wonderful years together.
A dedicated educator, Margaret Ann enjoyed 30 years as an English teacher at Clinton High School. Upon her retirement, she ventured into a second career, becoming a partner in the Hammer’s family retail business.
Drawing infinite joy from spending time with her grandsons, her smiles and laughter would light up the room. She loved spending time with family and friends, and her warmth and generosity of spirit were unmistakable.
Margaret Ann was preceded in death by: Father, A.B. Hammer Jr.; and brother, Jeff Hammer.
She is survived by: Loving husband, Don Calhoun; mother, Helen Hammer; son and daughter-in-law, Kelly and Tanya Calhoun; grandsons, Harrison and Matthew Calhoun; sister-in-law, Billie Sue Hammer; brother-in-law, Glen Calhoun and his wife Kay; sister-in-law, Betty Latture and husband Don; nephew, Will Hammer and his wife Whitney; nephew, Clay Hammer and his wife Ashley; and special friends, Alvin and Diane Taylor.
The family hel a graveside service at 3 p.m. Oct. 25, 2020, at Grandview Memorial Garden with Pastor Mike Thompson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the building fund at Second Baptist Church, 777 Public Safety Lane, Clinton, TN, 37716.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
REA JEAN MIVILLE
October 22, 2020
Rae Jean Miville, Clinton, our beloved wife, devoted mother, and proud grandmother passed away unexpectedly Oct. 22, 2020, at the age of 65.
Rae Jean was preceded in her death by her father, Edward Warman.
She leaves behind: Husband of 46 years, Mike Miville; son, Kristopher Miville of Clinton and his wife Brandie Miville; son, Joshua Miville of Bangor, Maine, and his girlfriend Melissa Heath; daughter, Melanie Brown of Steep Falls, Maine, and her husband Allan Brown; mother, Marie Warman of North Port, Fla.; sister, Kathy Warman of North Port, Fla.; brother, Brian Warman of Thorndike, Maine, and his wife Lynn Warman; brother-in-law. Randy Miville of Fairfield, Maine, and his wife Angela Miville; her six cherished grandchildren, Lindsey and Michael Miville, Hayden and Halle Miville, Owen and Alexandria Brown, along with Melissa’s children Tayler and Ethan; her many cousins, nieces and nephews; all of her beloved friends, specifically Bobby and Terrylee Goding, Susan Sariava and Helen Sahadi and the Mount View High School Class of 1973; and her two unruly cats.
Rae Jean graduated from Mount View High School in 1973. She lived, worked and volunteered in the MSAD 3 community for most of her life. She lived in Maine until her and Mike retired and moved down to Tennessee four years ago. Rae Jean and Mike enjoyed many activities together including boating, swimming, and travelling around the country. She loved watching the birds and made sure they were well fed. She was an amazing cook, liked to bake, do puzzles, crochet, and create many crafts for everyone.
Rae also liked sewing new outfits for Gertrude the Goose. Rae Jean was loved endlessly by many people. She was always the first person to help those in need. She loved spending time with family and friends. Her children and grandchildren meant the world to her.
Rae Jean was a strong woman who taught us to love, laugh and appreciate life.
Per her wishes, the family will hold a private graveside service at a later date. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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NICHOLAS KAIN 'NICK' GUYTON
October 22, 2020
Nicholas Kain “Nick” Guyton, 34, returned to his Heavenly Father Oct. 22, 2020.
He was born Dec. 6, 1985, to Joe and Kathy Guyton. His greatest joy in life was his family and his precious daughter, Annabelle, whom he loved with all his heart and was the love of his life. His happiness was seeing her happy.
Nick attended Anderson County High School and worked as a division manager alongside his father and brother at Duracap Asphalt. Throughout his life he enjoyed golfing, fishing, he was an avid gun collector, and loved animals. His lifelong dream was to fly airplanes, which he accomplished with ease. He became a very skilled pilot and enjoyed logging hours for his pilot license.
Nick is survived by: Daughter, Annabelle Guyton; parents, Kathy Guyton of Clinton and Joe Guyton and wife Penny of Clinton; brother, Camden Guyton and wife Laura of Clinton; aunts, Edna Taylor of Clinton, Tanya Smith and husband John of Knoxville, Sherry Fritts and husband Wayne of Knoxville; uncle, Ron Scott and wife Sharon of Knoxville; niece, Mackenzie Guyton; and nephew, Logan Guyton; many cousins and close friends whom he loved dearly.
Preceded in death by: Grandparents, Joe and Thelma Guyton and Lee and Bonnie Crawford; aunts, Hazel Elliott and Corene Foust; uncles, Jerry Crawford, Luther Crawford,and Cleve Crawford.
Nick was a wonderful father, son and brother and loved so much. He will be missed greatly.
A memorial service will be held Nov. 5, 2020, at Hillvale Baptist Church in Clinton, with receiving friends from 5 – 8 p.m.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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