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BETTY TAYLOR
BETTY TAYLOR
Dec. 6, 2011
Betty Taylor, 53, Knoxville passed away Dec. 6, 2011, at her home.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Leila Joiner.
Survivors: Son, Brandon Taylor and fiancée Rebecca Pyle of Powell; daughter, Kristi Watkins and husband Brennen of Clinton; grandchildren, Carson and Emily Watkins, Waylon Taylor; brothers, Gene and Jimmy Joiner; sisters, Carolyn Whitaker, Judy Bazyn and Linda Fox; best friend, Pam Silano.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of the arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com.
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THERESSIA GAIL HAMMERS
THERESSIA GAIL HAMMERS
Dec. 4, 2011
Theressia Gail Hammers, 60, Clinton, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at her residence.
She was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She loved to sew, quilt, and work puzzles. She was a member of Eagle Bend Apostolic Church in Clinton.
She was preceded in death by: Father, William Cleo Carter; first husband, Paul Lynn Rhea Sr.; three grandchildren, Jonathon Rhea, Nicholas Hammers, and Jeffrey Hammers.
Survivors: Mother, Margie Carter of Heiskell; husband, Johnny Hammers of Clinton; sons, Paul Rhea of Oliver Springs, William Rhea and Brandy of Powell, Johnny Hammers and Kris of Quality, Ky., Matthew Hammers of Kentucky, Rodney Hammers and Wendy of Kentucky; daughters, Donna Rhea of Tennessee, Laura Novak and Greg of Texas, Christina Meyers and Steve of Tennessee; brother, Douglas Carter and wife Cindy of Clinton; sisters, Rebecca Farrell and Todd of Clinton, Tammy Henderlight and Jeff of Claxton, Jeanette Carroll and Ronnie of Oak Ridge, Jennifer Spoon and Mike of Heiskell; best friend, Georgia Kelly; 19 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, and one on the way; and a host of other relatives and friends
Her family received her friends from noon – 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at Eagle Bend Apostolic Church with a Celebration of her Life following at 2 p.m. with the Rev. David officiating.
Her interment followed at Taylor Chapel Cemetery in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary LLC in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Jones Mortuary LLC.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
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MICHAEL DAVID DELMONTE
MICHAEL DAVID DELMONTE
Nov. 29, 2011
Michael David Delmonte, 63, died Nov. 29, 2011, in Taylor, Arizona, after a year-long battle with cancer.
He was born May 1, 1948, in Ypsilanti, Mich.
He was preceded in death by: Father, Joseph Delmonte Jr.; grandparents, Samuel and Myrtle Diggs, Joseph Delmonte Sr. and Constance Grasso.
He is survived by: Mother, Lela Diggs Delmonte; brother, Stephen Delmonte and wife Jennifer, all of Clinton; children, Christopher Smiley, Dustin, Jessica, Samantha, and Amy Delmonte; five grandchildren.
He graduated from Clinton High School in 1966. He was a talented musician and singer. He worked as a long haul truck driver until his illness.
The Delmonte family thanks all those who showed their concern during Michael’s illness and death.
A special thanks is extended to Rita Deer, who cared for Michael during his illness.
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DONALD R. COOPER
DONALD R. COOPER
Dec. 4, 2011
Donald R. Cooper, 63, Powell, passed away at home Dec. 4, 2011.
He was of the Baptist faith. He was co-owner and operator of Coops Auto Repair for many years. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved car racing himself. He raced many times at Atomic Speedway, Tazewell Speedway and Bulls Gap Speedway. He was a loving husband, father and brother.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Preceded in death by: Parents, John E. and Elsie M. Breeden Cooper.
Survivors: Wife, Anita Cooper; sons, Austin Moore and wife Mabrena, Joshua Moore and wife Charlice; daughters, Michelle Mize and husband Eddie, Jaime Elliott and husband Carl, Sara Novak; brothers, Ronald Cooper, Michael Cooper and wife Betty, Tommy Cooper; sisters, Shirley Shultz, Barbara Anderson and husband Tommy; grandchildren, Michael, Nicki and Chuckie Mize, Austin, Catelyn and Dylan Moore, Lance and Connor Novak, Lukas and Jesse Moore; great-grandchild, Nick; special friend, Jimmy Monroe and wife Shirley.
The family received friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton.
Funeral service followed with Father Stephen Freeman officiating.
Graveside service was at noon Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
Pallbearers were Leon Anderson, Joshua Moore, Austin Moore, Carl Elliott and Calvin Cooper.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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CARL RAYMOND HICKS JR. (RAY)
CARL RAYMOND HICKS JR. (RAY)
Dec. 7, 2011
Carl Raymond Hicks Jr. (Ray), 59, Lake City, passed away Wednesday Dec. 7, 2011, at his residence.
He was born June 7, 1952, in Knoxville.
He was a member of Main Street Baptist Church in Lake City.
He was preceded in death by: Parents:, Carl Raymond Hicks Sr. and Peggy Ann Gibbs; half-sister, Jean Ann Hicks; step-father, Robert “Bob” Gibbs.
Survivors: Half-brothers, Scotty Hicks of Florida, Randy Hicks of Florida;nephews, Jackson Scott Hicks and Greyson Yates Hicks; niece, Hannah Elisabeth Hicks.
Visitation will be from 1 – 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Phillips officiating.
Interment to follow at Valley View Cemetery in Elk Valley.
You may also view Ray’s guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.
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DAN HICKS JR.
DAN HICKS JR.
Dec. 4, 2011
Dan Hicks Jr., Madisonville, passed away Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at East Tennessee Healthcare in Madisonville.
He was born Oct. 23, 1921, to the late Dan Hicks Sr. and Marion Louise Hicks.
He was preceded in death by: Brothers, Reese Lynn Hicks and Eugene King Hicks.
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Madisonville.
He is survived by: Loving and devoted wife, Betty Byrum Hicks; three children, Sandi Hicks Gray of Knoxville, Dan Hicks III and wife Angie Hicks of Crossville, and Amy Hicks Richardson and husband Lloyd Richardson of Knoxville.
He is also survived by: Former wife and mother of his children, Irene Greenwood Norman; step-children, Sandy Byrum O’Neill and husband Mike O’Neill of Newark, Del., John Byrum of Madisonville, Va., David Byrum (deceased), Laura Byrum Johnson and husband Tim Johnson of Madisonville, and Shannon Byrum Sears and husband Frank Sears of Knoxville.
He is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Hicks, a local legend in the newspaper publishing business, owned and operated the Monroe County Democrat from 1967 until 1990. During his remarkable career, he won several prestigious national awards including the Elijah Parish Lovejoy Award for Courage in Journalism and The Golden Quill Award for editorial excellence in 1969, and The John Peter Zenger Freedom of the Press Award in 1972. In addition, he and his staff won dozens of first place awards from the University of Tennessee State Press Association. During his career as a journalist, he worked in various capacities for several newspapers in Knoxville, Clinton, Oak Ridge, and Virginia Beach, Va.
He was a 1949 graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Journalism, and served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. Funeral was at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, at First United Methodist Church of Madisonville, the Rev. Braxton Cotton officiating.
Interment was at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at Sunset Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F. W. Post 5156 and D.A.V. Chapter 93.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Building Fund at the First United Methodist Church of Madisonville.
Family received friends 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, at First United Methodist Church of Madisonville.
Arrangements by Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, Madisonville.
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RAYMOND A. DOTSON
RAYMOND A. DOTSON
Dec. 1, 2011
Raymond A. Dotson, 78, Clinton, passed away Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, at Emeritus Senior Living in Oak Ridge.
He was a member of Second Baptist Church in Clinton and Shriners for many years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be missed by all who knew him.
Survivors: Wife: June Dotson; son, David Dotson and Tina; granddaughter, Grace Dotson; sister-in-law, Carleen Thurman and W.P., all of Clinton, TN.
His family held a private graveside service for him on Friday, December 2, 2011 at the Sunset Cemetery in Clinton with Pastor Mike Thompson officiating. Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Second Baptist Church Building Fund, 777 Public Safety Road, Clinton, TN 37716.
Condolences may be left for Raymond’s family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
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CHRISTOPHER DAVIS
CHRISTOPHER DAVIS
Dec. 2, 2011
Christopher Davis, 29, Heiskell, passed away Friday, Dec. 2, 2011, at Norris Health and Rehabilitation Center in Norris, due to traumatic brain injury which he sustained on Nov. 1, 2009.
He gave his life to the Lord while he was in the University of Tennessee Medical Center.
There were many times while he spent time in the nursing home that the staff would call the family and tell them they didn’t think he would make it through the night, but he fought very hard for his life.
He was preceded in death by: Grandfather, Bart Pratt; great-grandparents, George and Della Cox; and best friend, Chris Woods.
Survivors: Mother and father, Shelly and Alvin Lowe of Heiskell; grandmothers, Nellie Cox Pratt of Heiskell, Letha Lowe of Clinton; five year old son whom he loved very much, Dylan Davis of Heiskell; aunt, Kimberly Pratt of Clinton; sister and brother-in-law, Stanja and Robert Phillips of Heiskell; nephew and niece, Robert (Gabby) and Kleigh Christa Phillips; cousins, Eddie Pratt and Shasta Gilliam; best Friend and caretakers, Whitney Bunch and Jonathon Carter, and Mike Carson the Administrator of Norris Health & Rehab Center.
His family received his friends from noon – 2 p.m. Tuesday Dec 6, 2011, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary with his funeral services following at 2 p.m. in the chapel with Bro. Jackie Pemberton officiating.
His interment followed at the Cox cemetery in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary LLC in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
An online guest book is available at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
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WILMA NANCE
WILMA NANCE
Dec. 1, 2011
Wilma Nance, 85, Andersonville, passed away Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, at her residence.
She was a member of Main Street Baptist Church in Lake City.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, Clyde Nance: parents, Chester and Arrahwanna Scott Padgett.
Survived by: Son, David Nance and wife Judy of Andersonville; grandchildren, Darin Nance and wife Cynthia of Andersonville, Jennifer Nelson and husband Chris of Andersonville; great-grandchildren, Jenna Hamm, Katlyn Nance, Caleb Nelson, Emaley Nelson and Cooper Nance, all of Andersonville; sister, Freida Valentine and husband Will of Jonesboro, Ga.; brothers, Kenneth Padgett of Lake City, Douglas Padgett and wife Merry Carol of Andersonville, Chester Padgett and wife Betty of Jacksboro; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family received friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2011, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Lake City with the funeral service following at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Wayne Phillips and the Rev. Al Turpin officiating.
Family and friends met at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Lake City to go in funeral procession to the Oak Grove Cemetery for an 11 a.m. interment.
You may also view Wilma’s guestbook online at www.Holleygamblefh.com.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Lake City was in charge of all arrangements.
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LUZENIA P. QUEEN
LUZENIA P. QUEEN
Dec. 7, 2011
Luzenia P. Queen, 90, Clinton, passed away Dec. 7, 2011, at her home.
She was a member of First Baptist Church Clinton.
She was preceded in death by: First husband, PFC Rans Venson Queen; second husband, Oren Queen; parents, Oliver and Flora Palmer; brothers, Lester, Virgil and Howard Palmer.
Survivors: Son, Danny Queen and wife Tina of Clinton; daughters, Dr. Nadeanee Kleinman and husband Dr. Joel Kleinman of New Jersey, Rhonda Reed and husband Johnny of Clinton, Libby Smith and husband Steve of Clinton; grandchildren: Debbie Ivey, Tim Herrell, Nora Kleinman, Sheena, Dustin and Ryan Queen, Alison Reed, Dr. Heather Reed-Day, Eric Reed and Oren Ray Smith; great-grandchildren: Jennifer, Taylor, Olivia, Zachary, Liam and Maddox; sisters, Janie Odell and husband Warren of Heiskell, Edna Mae Gordan and husband Harry of Maryland; special Friend, Jettie Hensley of Clinton.
The family wishes to express their thanks to Covenant Hospice for their kindness and love shown to Mrs. Queen.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars or to the American War Orphans Network.
The family received friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton with funeral service following at 8 p.m. in the chapel.
Family and friends met at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2011, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Claxton for graveside services.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of the arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com
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JEFFREY LYNN KIDWELL
JEFFREY LYNN KIDWELL
Dec. 2, 2011
Jeffrey Lynn Kidwell, 48, Clinton, passed away Dec. 2, 2011, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was a member of New Prospect Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed playing golf, coaching baseball and was an avid University of Tennessee football fan.
He was preceded in death by: Grandparents, Herbert and Kathryn Kidwell, Ulys and Eva Lickliter; mother, Vivian Lickliter Kidwell; father In-law, James E. Tillery
Survivors: Wife, Connie Tillery Kidwell; father, Howard Kidwell and wife Tonua; sons, Bradley Kidwell and wife Brittany, Blake Kidwell, Brice Kidwell; sister, Kelley LeAnn Kidwell; mother-in-law, Nancy Baird and husband E.B.; brothers-in-law: Jimmy Tillery, Jeff Tillery and wife Monica; sisters-in-law, Cheryl Sharp and husband Myron, Carol Trundle and husband Dale; special friends, Heather Hurst and Lindsey Pack; nieces and nephews: Amy and Michael Faulkner, Lauren Sharp, Leah and Jordan Lee, Kylor Tillery, Chad Maples, Josh Maples, Taylor Dyer and Logan Holtzclaw; great-nephew, Skylar Faulkner; a host of family and friends.
The family received friends from 5 – 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2011, at First Baptist Church in Clinton.
Memorial service was at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, at the church with Pastor Jason Rogers officiating.
Fellowship with the family followed the service.
The family requests that everyone wear their favorite orange and white. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center, c/o Gifts Processing, PMB 407727, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville, TN 37240-7727 or the Memorial Foundation Hope Lodge, 2008 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com
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REV. CHARLES EDWARD GODSEY
REV. CHARLES EDWARD GODSEY
Dec. 7, 2011
Rev. Charles Edward Godsey, 82, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at his home.
He was born Feb. 17, 1929, in Whitley County, Ky.
He was a member of the Claxton Church of God.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Jeremy William Godsey and Eva McQuary Godsey; sister, Lois Godsey; brothers, Kenneth, Orville, Otis and Everett Godsey.
He is survived by: Loving wife of 62 years, Minnie Scalf Godsey; sons, Eddie Lamar Godsey and wife Becky of Clinton, Paul Godsey and wife Melissa of Daytona Beach, Fla., Jeremy Godsey of Clinton; sisters, Hazel Thomas and husband Earl of Illinois, Ruby Reeves and husband Jessie of Walton, Ky.; brothers, Jimmy Godsey, Ova Godsey and wife Julie, Lonnie Godsey and wife Delores, all of Corbin, Ky.; brother-in-law, Jim Scalf and wife Alma of Corbin, Ky.; sisters-in-law, Glora Edge of Booneville, Miss., Jackie Sherbert of Dalton, Ga.; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other family members and friends to mourn his passing.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at Woodhaven Funeral Home Chapel with funeral service to follow with the Rev. Lonnie Godsey and the Rev, Jerry Castle, officiating.
Entombment will be at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens Mausoleum following funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, donations made to the family would be appreciated.
To share your thoughts and memories, please go to www.woodhavenfh.com.
Woodhaven Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens is honored to serve the family of Rev. Charles E. Godsey.
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WILLIAM ‘BILL’ DIXON
WILLIAM ‘BILL’ DIXON
Dec. 7, 2011
William “Bill” Dixon, 72, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
He was of the Baptist faith and was a brick mason by trade.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Lawrence and Gladys Dixon; grandparents; sister, Charlotte Cooper; brothers, Royal and Roger Dixon; grandson, Brandon Davis; step-sons, Jerry and Jesse Laymon.
Survivors include: Wife, Martha Dixon; daughters, Beth Bradshaw of Clinton, Sherry Davis of Georgia, Paula Martin of Chattanooga; son, Billy Dixon of Georgia; step-son, Jay Laymon and wife Tina of California; step-daughter, June Harlen and husband Shelby of Indiana; grandchildren, Amanda Storey, Curtis Storey, Tamara Davis, Allie Martin, Ansley Dixon; step-grandchildren, Jeremiah Robertson, Jayda Harlen, Whitney Brittny Harlen, James Harlen; brothers, Don and wife Billie, Bob and wife Joyce, Larry and wife Shirley, Boyd and fiancé Pam White; several nieces and nephews.
The family received friends from 5-7pm Friday, Dec. 9, 2011, at Woodhaven Funeral Home Chapel with funeral service following, the Rev. Don Dixon, officiating.
To share your thoughts and memories go to www.woodhavenfh.com.
Woodhaven Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 865-945-3461, is honored to serve the Dixon Family.
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MAXIMUS RYAN HALL
MAXIMUS RYAN HALL
Dec. 7, 2011
Maximus Ryan Hall, one week old, went to be with Jesus Dec. 7, 2011, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville.
He was born Nov. 30, 2011, in Knoxville.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard James Hall.
Survivors: Father, Cody Hall of Kingston; mother, Nikki Goins of Jacksboro; sister, Haley Anna Marie Hall of Wartburg; brother, Jonathan Hall of Kingston; grandmother, Margaret Ann Hall of Wartburg; grandmother, Allison Goins of Lafollette; grandfather, Rick Goins of Jacksboro; aunt, Casey Wilkerson of Claxto; uncle, Ricky Wayne Goins of Jacksboro; several other family members.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
Funeral service is at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Disney officiating
Interment to follow the funeral service at Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
You may also view his guestbook at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, is in charge of arrangements.
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