Freddie Edward Ellis-age 81 of Washburn, born October 26, 1940 in Bristol, Virginia to Verlin and Thelma Ellis passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Freddie was an active, healthy man until he obtained his second Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination on September 28, 2021. Shortly afterward, his health started declining rapidly. By mid-November, he was a shell of the man he had been. He was admitted to the hospital November 19 and the infectious disease physician confirmed from testing, that an enzyme in the COVID vaccine had attacked his kidneys and liver.

Born July 6th, 1950 in Luttrell, Tennessee

John is preceded in death by Edna Monroe Sharp (mother), Walter Sharp (father), Lillian Ruth Sharp (sister), Judy Sharp Walker (sister), Ricky Sharp (brother), and Jordan Christian Morris (grandson). John is survived by one son Chris Sharp (Tiffany), two daughters Nikki Sharp, and Lindsay Sharp Goode (Andrew). Also survived by six grandchildren Hannah Sharp, Weston Sharp, Hayes Sharp, Andrew Goode, Owen Goode, and Corbin Goode. Also survived by two sisters, Mary Sharp Hill and Peggy Sharp Bates and many nieces and nephews.

Lonnie Scottie Hutchison-age 51 of Andersonville went to be with the Lord Sunday morning, November 28, 2021 at his home. He was saved at an early age in a Tent Revival. He was preceded in death by parents, Cliff and Trula (Witt) Hutchison.

Survivors: sister, Charlene (Darrell) Pelfrey; brothers, Ricky and Donna, Chester, Freddy and Allen Hutchison, all of the Big Ridge area. Lonnie loved all his nieces and nephews. Special friends, Bo and Buddy Ray along with a host of other family and friends.

Glen Edwin Hughett-age 77 of Rockford passed away Friday morning, November 26, 2021 at his home. He was a member of South Knoxville Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of ALCOA with 35 years of service. He was also a U. S. Army Veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Elmer and Margaret Hughett; brother, Donnie Hughett; nephew, Chris Rouse.
Survivors: wife of 55 years, Helen (Bays) Hughett of Rockford; sister, Helen Rouse and husband, Robert of Alcoa; brothers, Ronnie Hughett, Steve Hughett and Jack Hughett, Several nieces and nephews.

Patsy Ann Paul- Age 77, of Luttrell, TN went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 24, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Patsy was of the Baptist faith.
Proceeded in death by parents, David and Betty Cooper. Survived by her husband of 52 years, Kenneth Paul; uncle, Leroy Godfrey; special niece, Sabrina Carver and family; sisters in law, Janet, Jean, Glenna and Pat; special caretakers, Diana and Angie; and a host of family and friends.

Carl David (Peanut) Frye-age 70 of Washburn passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Select Specialty Hospital North. He was a member of Central View American Christian Church. Preceded in death by parents, Carl Jack and Nancy Juanita Frye; great-grandchild, Remington Cox; brother-in-law, Clarence Oliver.

Survivors: wife of 45 years, Diane Frye; daughter Melissa Mahan and husband, Clyde; two grandchildren, Cassandra Cox and husband, Justin; Whitney Mahan; two great-grandchildren, Grace Cox and Oaklee Cox. brother, Randy Frye; sister, Brenda Oliver, all of Washburn.

Lonnie Ray “ToeJoe” Collins age 67 of Washburn passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at U. T. Medical Center. He was a member of Blaine’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church and was a retired truck driver for C & W Trailers. He is proceeded in death by parents, Herbert and Zola Collins; son, William “Leon” Collins; several brothers and sisters.

Hazel Marie Ramsey-83 of Blaine passed away Sunday afternoon, November 21, 2021 at U. T. Medical Center. She was a member of Indian Ridge Baptist Church. She was the owner/operator of the E-Z Mart in Blaine for over 20 years. She was a graduate of Rutledge High School. Preceded in death by parents, Jack and Edith Jennings; husband, Dean Ramsey; son, Jock Ramsey; sister, Ethel Evans.

Survivors: daughter, Julie Ramsey of Blaine; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Jennifer Marie Weaver-age 51 of Knoxville passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Parkwest Medical Center after a brief illness. She received her Masters Degree from the University of Tennessee and was employed by the Tennessee Department of Children Services for the past 16 years. She had an infectious laugh and a love for children. She will truly be missed by everyone and always be remembered as a selfless and giving person.

Donald Johnson – age 68 of Washburn, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, November 18, 2021. He passed peacefully in his home surrounded by those he loved. Donnie was a member of Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church and was a lover of life. With never anything but a smile, his positivity was infectious. He had a love for travel and fishing. He believed life should never be too serious and he forever told jokes. Donnie cherished every moment spent with his family and he will be missed dearly.

Sallie Jane Ruth-age 92 of Luttrell, born March 10, 1929 passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Cedar Ford Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, J. P. Ruth; parents, Mae and Herbert Wolfenbarger; sister, Juanita (Ray) Kitts, brothers, Charles, Floyd and Raymond Wolfenbarger; special friend, Melba Lawson.

Cregory Eugene Thatcher-age 35 of Luttrell passed away Wednesday afternoon, November 17, 2021 at his home. He was a graduate of Union County High School, Class of 2001. Preceded in death by mother, Penny Letner; grandparents, Glen and Hazel Miller; aunt, Kathy Miller; uncle, Randy Damewood.

Jewell M. (Cole) Edwards-age 81 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, November 15, 2021 at Claiborne Medical Center. Jewell was a 1957 graduate of Horace Maynard High School and was the Valedictorian of her class. She worked with her father for many years running the Woodrow Cole Store in Sharps Chapel and was a retired employee of DeBusk Industries, Maynardville. Jewell was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and a friend to all. Preceded in death by parents, Woodrow and Hettie (Cox) Cole; son, John Martin Edwards; grandson, James Adam Edwards.

Paul Lester Lampkin, Sr., age 61 of Maynardville completed his race of life on Saturday, November 13, 2021. He was a hardworking man that loved his children, his grandchildren, his friends, and everything to do with his S-10’s. He will forever be remembered by his children: Paul Jr.

Charlette (Hunter) Rollins-age 63 of Luttrell, born August 1, 1958 passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Select Specialty Hospital of Fort Sanders. Preceded in death by husband, Bill Rollins; parents, William (Ott) and Ida Mae Hunter; brother, Clarence Hunter; grandsons, Daron Coffey and Charlie Atkins.

Norma Lou Middleton – 76 of Maynardville, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Oak Ridge Methodist Medical Center. She was a member of Alder Springs Baptist Church. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Josh Shoffner-age 39 of New Tazewell, formerly of Sharps Chapel, born November 3, 1982 passed away Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at his home. Josh was saved at a young age at home and was a member of Chinquapin Baptist Church. Preceded in death by brother, Jerry Carpenter; sister, Lisa Russell; grandparents, John and Gracie Shoffner, Clarence and Tennie Mabe.

Survivors: wife, Casey Earls; children, Damien, Alex and Christopher Young, Ellie Dula; parents, Bobby and Judy Kay Shoffner; brother, Bobby Joe Shoffner, Jr. a host of other relatives and friends.

Fred Austin Thomas – age 55 of Maynardville, passed away after a short illness November 9, 2021 at North Knox Medical Center. He was a member of Westside Baptist Church. He was a staunch Republican who loved the outdoors and spending time with his grandchildren. If you ever needed a laugh, he was always there with a joke and could brighten anyone’s day with his sense of humor. He will truly be missed by everyone and always be remembered as the loving, giving man he was.

Elsie Fern (Needham) Tharp-age 89 of Luttrell gained her Heavenly Wings Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at her home. Fern was Godly woman and now she has her reward. She was a member of Mt. Eager Baptist Church. Fern is preceded in death by her husband, Harley Lloyd Tharp; daughter, Kimberly Tharp; parents, Basil and Mossie (Boles) Needham; brothers, Boyd, Gene, Billy and Duane Needham; sisters, Stellmo McCormick, Jackie, Rita and Betty Needham.

Doris Jean Moore – age 75 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully November 6, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Heiskell. She enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren.