OBITUARIES

Jun 5, 2025

Billy Lee Lively, aged 78, was taken home to Glory in the early hours of Thursday, June 5th, just two months shy of his 79th birthday. He was surrounded by his loving and adoring family until his passing.

Always a man of few words, it was Billy’s wish that his obituary be limited to two sentences: He lived. He died.

The rest...

Jun 1, 2025

Sandra Abraham passed away peacefully in her Oak Ridge home on June 1st; she was 78 years old. 

Originally from Syracuse, NY, Sandra lived in the East, Southwest and Midwest before retiring to Tennessee 

to be with her family, who were dear to her heart. Sandra was both an accomplished artist and art teacher; 

she held degrees from the universities of Dayton and Syracuse. She enjoyed...

May 29, 2025

Marilyn Kay Croft, 73 of Maryville, TN fell into a deep sleep and transcended this world to the next the morning of May 29, 2025. 

Not bothering to wake for a preferred breakfast of pickles and pimento cheese, she eased on out, not trying to be a bother. 

Surely her next stop will have none of the trials and tribulations she faced...

May 22, 2025

Nellie Hall

October 9, 1937 - May 22, 2025

Nellie Brown Hall passed away on May 22, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. Born in Greenwood South Carolina to Clarence and Lula Brown, Nellie moved to Oak Ridge, Tennessee in 1944. She married Brownie Hall and moved several times eventually making Madison, Alabama their home. Upon Brownies death in 2013, Nellie moved...

May 17, 2025

Jessica Renee Williams, age 36, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 in Knoxville, TN.

She was born June 12, 1988 and grew up and lived in this area. She was of the Baptist Faith and was saved at a young age. She was a good mechanic from growing up being in her papaws garage, She also loved painting, drawing, making dreamcatchers,...

May 5, 2025

On Monday, May 5, 2025, Ronald Roskelly I, age 92, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.  He was a beloved son, husband, father, and grandfather.  Ron was born October 28, 1932 in Painesville, Ohio.  Ron was proud to serve in the US Air Force for eight years.

He was preceded in death by his...

May 2, 2025

Gerald Clevenger, 73, of Oak Ridge, TN, passed away peacefully at the University of Tennessee Medical Center from complications of laryngeal cancer on May 2, 2025.

Gerald was born and raised in Knoxville, TN, where he graduated from Holston Hills High School. After graduating high school, he joined the Navy. He served in the Navy for six years operating the Navy...

Apr 30, 2025

No services are planned at this time.

Apr 24, 2025

James Gregory Barker

James Gregory “Greg” Barker, Nashville, TN, 38, formerly of Oak Ridge, TN, passed away unexpectedly following a brief illness April 24, 2025. He is now with the Lord and Lindsey, his sister who passed in February.

Greg’s early years were spent on the baseball field playing for The Oak Ridge Boys Club, Claxton and Karns teams. He transitioned to...

Apr 13, 2025

Richard Coston “Rick” Evans

June 7, 1949 – April 13, 2025

They called him Coach. Richard Coston Evans, known to generations of students and athletes as “Coach Evans,” passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the age of 75. A beloved educator, coach, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Rick’s life was defined by perseverance, passion, and a deep commitment to his...

Apr 10, 2025

Jeffrey Scott Gibson May 26, 1965 - April 10, 2025Jeff Gibson age 59 of Johnson City, Tennessee died on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at the Johnson City Medical Center.

He was born on May 26, 1965 in Chattanooga, Tennessee and grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Jeff graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1983 and joined the United States Air Force...

Apr 10, 2025

Robert Raymond Marlowe, age 87, passed away at the Alexander Guest House on April 10, 2025. He is in the care of the Mott-Mckamey Funeral Home in Oak Ridge. 

He was born on December 27, 1937 in Duff, Tennessee to Floyd and Alta Ayers Marlowe. Robert graduated from Campell County High School. He continued his education at Lincoln Memorial University, where...

Apr 9, 2025

Sylvia Rice, 98, was born September 22, 1926, and passed away April 9, 2025. She spent her childhood in Michigan during the great depression, married a dashing young ex-sailor after World War II and soon moved to Oak Ridge where she raised her four children. She was a part of a small group who started Oak Ridge Bible Church and...

Apr 1, 2025

Obituary for Elaine Penland Griffies

Elaine P. Griffies, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born April 29, 1937 in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina to Henry Oden Penland and Effie Patterson Penland.

Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Charlie Griffies; brothers Edwin Penland and Carl Penland; sisters Kate Amos, Bessie...

Mar 30, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and dear friend, Bonnie Albright Shoemaker, who passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 30th. Bonnie was truly one-of-a-kind, and her love, passion, and infectious humor touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Not only was she a proud...

Mar 24, 2025

Kenneth Donald Shupp, Jr, 68, of Oak Ridge, TN passed away peacefully at Methodist Medical Center on March 24.

Ken was born and raised in Seneca Falls, NY, where he graduated from Mynderse Academy. He started drum lessons at the age of 5 and performed in the school concert, marching and jazz bands as well as the local drum and bugle...

Mar 22, 2025

Steven Elliot Christie, born November 2, 1956, passed away on Saturday , March 22, 2025.

Steve was one of three sons born to Francis and Helen Christie.

His early days involved church, sports, and summertime on the lake and in the woods with friends.

Steve was the kind of person who was happy to get along with everyone, and he excelled at that....

Mar 21, 2025

Mar 19, 2025

Kelly S. Callison, age 75 of Oak Ridge, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Kelly grew up in Van Nuys, California where he was a graduate of Grenada Hills High School. He went on to complete his undergraduate studies at the Coast Guard Academy in 1971 before attending the Naval Academy in Baltimore, MD for his...

Mar 15, 2025

Reid James Newton, Sr., age 86, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, March, 15, 2025.

Reid was born in Pennsylvania and was one of seven children. After retirement he moved to Oliver Springs, TN. He was a Navy Veteran. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr. Newton was preceded in death by his daughter, Melissa Newton,...