Joseph E. Roberts – passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on January 4, 2024 at his home in Corryton. He was born, married and raised his children in New Jersey, then moved to Corryton in 1987. He proudly served as a Marine in the Pacific arena during World War II. Prior to Covid he was a member of Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church. For many years he took daily walks up and down Jim Wolfe Road enjoying his time waving to all who passed by and making friends with those who stopped to talk or just wave back.

Joey (Roscoe) Johnson-age 57 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, January 1, 2024 at his home. Preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Ruby Johnson.

He is survived by his children, Trevor Johnson, Tiffany Johnson; brother, Tim Johnson; sister, Debbie Dyke; nephews, Tobby Johnson, Cory Dyke; niece, Cindy Dyke Nicley; great nephews, Devin Johnson, Ethan McKnight, Cole Nicley, Austin Nicley; great-great nephews, Ryland and Dallas McKnight.

At Joey’s request no services are planned. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Joyce Ann Hopkins – age 80 of Sharps Chapel, went home to be with Jesus Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was saved at the age of 12 and attended Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church and Irwin’s Chapel Methodist Church in Sharps Chapel. She was born March 20, 1943 in Ocala, Florida. She retired as a cake decorator and artist. She loved birds, Elvis and her Lord Jesus.
Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Wayne Hopkins Sr.; father, Tom Cotton; step-mother, Leona Cotton; mother, Sarah Cotton; brother, Tommy Cotton; several aunts and uncles.

David Burkhart – age 66 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord with a smile on his face Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Union Chapel Baptist Church. He was an employee of Service Master for over 20 years. He recently retired and was looking forward to Old Man Fishing and spending time with his new grandbaby, Dallas.
Preceded in death by his father, Richard Burkhart; mother, Sylvia Burkhart; brother, Richard Burkhart.

Tammie Ray Lynch-age 55 of Washburn, formerly of Luttrell passed away Monday, January 1, 2023 at Fort Sander’s Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by her loving son, William Cody Lynch; father and mother, William Randy and Diane Lynch; sister, Nina Bell; brother, William Darrell Lynch; father of her children, Johnny “Buck” Wood.

Roy Roger Howe, Sr.-age 80 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 31, 2023. He was a member of Byrams Fork Baptist Church. Roy was an Army veteran and loved to whittle. Preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Marcella Howe; sister, Anita Costa.

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Paulette Howe; children, Tabatha Shope, Roy Howe, Jr., Janice Oliver, Joseph Howe; a slew of grandchildren and great children along with many nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Mashburn, Harold (Junior), age 77 of Maynardville TN, departed peacefully from his earthly realm to the eternal embrace of our heavenly father surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville Tn. Harold was born on November 10, 1946, in Oneka N.C. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by his parents, Lawerence Mashburn of Tazewell TN and Siretta B. Nelson of Loudon TN and a grandson Anthony C. Meyers.

Michael Charles Taylor, age 38, of Maynardville, TN went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2023, surrounded by his family at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center following a long battle with liver disease. Michael was born on June 10th, 1985, in Knoxville, TN and graduated from Anderson County High School in 2003. He achieved a Certificate as a Nursing Assistant but worked as a service technician most of his career. Michael loved to bowl, play golf, watch UT Football, and forge knives.

Lowell H. Thomas-age 79 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at his home after illness with diabetes and dementia. He was a member and former Master of J.C. Baker Lodge #720 F.&A.M. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church. Preceded in death by wife, Linda F. Thomas; infant daughter, Connie Thomas; his parents, Rev. Charles and Marion Thomas; brother, Charles V. Thomas, Jr.

Larry Charles Hefner, Sr.-age 75 of Washburn (Union County) passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023 at his home. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Preceded in death by his parents, H.K. and Geneva (Free) Hefner; father and mother-in-law, William R. and Inez Chesney.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Deborah Sue Hefner; children, Tammy Kay Kitts Miller, Larry Charles Hefner, Jr., Willie Hefner, Terry Charles Hefner; seven grandchildren; brothers, Kent Hefner, Kyle Hefner along with other family members and friends.

Judy Faye Shoffner – age 68 of Sharps Chapel passed away Sunday afternoon, December 24, 2023 at her 2nd home in Tazewell. She attended Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church and Taylors Grove Missionary Baptist Church in her younger years.
Preceded in death by her parents, Cillis and Vella (Tapp) Shoffner; brothers, George Paul Shoffner, Roy Lee Shoffner.

Frank R. Davis-age 88 of New Tazewell (Union County), born June 15, 1935 passed away Friday evening, December 22, 2023 at his home. He was member of Raccoon Valley Baptist Church and a former employee of Knox-Porcelain. Preceded in death by wife of 60 years, Anna (Shelby) Davis; daughter, Kathy Ann Davis at the young age of 3 years; parents, Sterley and Josie (Jordon) Davis; brothers, Joe Davis, Ralph Davis; sisters, Helen Davis, Lucy Ann Davis, Evelyn Graves, Estelle Shillings and Martha Powers.

Clayton L. Bailey-age 70 of Washburn passed away Friday, December 22, 2023 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by parents, Edd and Daisy Bailey; sisters, Cleo Smith, Linda Bailey; brothers, Vick, James, Carson and Doyle Wayne Bailey.

Terry Bell – age 69 of Washburn born, June 28, 1954, passed away Friday morning, December 22, 2023 at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System.
Proceeded in death by wife, Kathy Kay Bell; mom, Ester Bell; sister, Gerdymae Fisher; daughter, Laura Wilkerson; son, Rodney Collins.
Survived by daughters, LeAndrea Ostenoski, Trish Arms; son, Roscoe (Chris) Collins; several grandkids and great-grandkids; a special friend James Acuff.
The family wants to give a big thank you to Morristown Hamblen hospital staff.

Ana Maria Lopez De La Rosa – age 89 of Luttrell passed away Tuesday evening, December 19, 2023 at her home. She was a member of St. Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by her husband, Arnulfo DeLeon; son, Jose Luis DeLeon Lopez; parents, Heriberto Lopez and Francisca De La Rosa.

Patricia Hackworth Gentry McCarter – age 74 of Maynardville, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2023. She loved cooking, gardening and tending her flowers. She took great pride in her children and grandchildren. Pat was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and loved her church family dearly.

Robie Leon McClure, II – age 37 of Maynardville, passed away suddenly Thursday, December 14, 2023. Robie was a resilient soul who faced life’s challenges with unwavering strength. Despite enduring hardships, he leaves behind a legacy of courage and perseverance. May we honor his journey and remember the lessons he taught us about resilience and the enduring power of the human spirit.

Hubert Leon “Pete” Dyke-age 94 of Sharps Chapel went to be with the Lord Saturday, December 16, 2023 at his home. He was born August 27, 1929. Although he was 94, when asked, he was 39 years young. Pete was a member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church in Sharps Chapel and a retired employee of the Union County Highway Department. He was the last living member of a family of 12 siblings. Preceded in death by wife, Faye Antrican Dyke; father, Emit Dyke; mother, Mossie Lee (Peters) Dyke; grandsons, Matthew Dyke, Ryan Dyke and Carl Lee Sharp; granddaughter, Brandy McCarty.

Vincent Keith (Kenny) Flatford-age 60 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Friday, December 15, 2023. Kenny loved to play music on his guitar. Preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Wilma (Irwin) Flatford; brother, Danny Flatford, infant sister, Patricia Flatford; niece, Kami Flatford.
Survivors: siblings, Jeff Flatford and wife, Joyce, Phil Flatford and wife, Punky; Diana White and husband, Brian; Deana Posey and husband, Rowdy; sister-in-law, Charlotte Flatford. Several nieces and nephews. Special friend, Leona.

Rev. Wayne Kitts-age 71 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He was a member of Chestnut Grove Church. Wayne was a wonderful man that loved the Lord and his family, would help anyone in time of need and enjoyed yard selling. Preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Vina Kitts; brothers, Verlin Kitts, Glen Kitts, Lynn Kitts, Roy Kitts, Claude Kitts, Doug Kitts; sisters, Shirley Hall, infant sister, Ky Kitts.