Obituaries

Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas

David Lee Meiste

David Lee Meiste

Jan 18, 2025

Mr. David Lee Meiste, age 84, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Roane Medical Center, Harriman, Tennessee. He was born August 30, 1940, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Mr. Meiste was a member of the First Baptist Church in Rockwood, where he actively served in many capacities including singing in the Choir, being a member...

Arland Wayne Whitlock

Arland Wayne Whitlock

Jan 16, 2025

Mr. Arland Wayne Whitlock, age 83, of Lenoir City, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 16th, 2025. 

 He is survived by his wife of 6 years, Debra Whitlock; son Steve Whitlock (Bingshang); daughters Beth Eno, Dorothy Rader (Jamie), and Dawn Taylor (John); grandchildren Dani Randall (Jordan), Alex, Kyle, and Luke Whitlock. Benjamin and Aubrey Taylor; and brother Eugene Whitlock (Anita).

 Preceded in...

Flo Bowman

Flo Bowman

Jan 15, 2025

Flo Bowman, age 74 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. She was born on December 27, 1950, in North Carolina. After marrying her late husband, Steve, Flo began to work at the Rockwood Hardware Store. She then went on to work as a...

Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.)

Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.)

Jan 14, 2025

Mr. Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.) age 89, a resident of the Millstone Mountain Community of Rockwood, TN passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the Cumberland Medical Center, Crossville, Tennessee. He was born July 15, 1935, in Millstone in Cumberland County, Tennessee. During his early years, he spent much time working around the house and in the...

Florence "Beth" Varner

Florence "Beth" Varner

Jan 14, 2025

Florence Elizabeth "Beth" Varner, age 54 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at her home in Rockwood, TN. She was born on November 12, 1970, in El Paso, TX. Beth was a graduate of Rock Hill High School in South Carolina. She worked in the nursing field. She is survived by:

Daughter: Emily Williams

Parents: Dan & Pat Varner

and...

Timothy Shane "Bit" Slaven

Timothy Shane "Bit" Slaven

Jan 12, 2025

Mr. Timothy "Bit" Shane Slaven, age 43, passed away on Sunday, January 12,2025. He was born on May 8, 1981 in Crossville, TN to Jerry and Linda Slaven. Tim was the "wild" child among the brothers and he would light up the room without having to say anything at all. He loved anything he could race, from cars at the...

Darryll Scott Mclees

Darryll Scott Mclees

Jan 12, 2025

Mr. Darryll Scott Mclees, age 63 of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away on January 12th, 2025, at his home. Darryll was a veteran of the Unites States Navy. He was an electrician by trade once he got out of the military. He was an avid Tennessee Vols fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing. One of his most enjoyable things to do...

Jane "Judy" Ellen Jolley

Jane "Judy" Ellen Jolley

Jan 12, 2025

Ms. Jane “Judy” Ellen Jolley went home to be with the Lord Sunday, January 12, 2025. She was born August 27, 1939, in Rockwood, Tennessee. She was of the Church of Christ faith. She was preceded in death by; Parents: Melvin and Madge Wicks; Sons: W.K. Jolley Jr. and Thoams Hill Jolley; and Brother: Don “Duck” Wicks.

 

She is survived by:

 

Son:...

Imogene "Jean" Fay Bullington

Imogene "Jean" Fay Bullington

Jan 11, 2025

Imogene Fay “Jean” Bullington, of Harriman, Tennessee, known affectionately as “Mam” by her family, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and most recently, a great-great-grandmother, during her 94 years on earth. She passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025.

Born on October 15, 1930, in Rockwood, TN to Raymond & Lona Raulston, she was the oldest of seven children: Maxine,...

Rickey Eugene Loden

Rickey Eugene Loden

Jan 10, 2025

Mr. Rickey Eugene Loden, age 67 of the Daysville community of Rockwood, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born on August 19, 1957. Rickey was of the Baptist Faith. He was a former employee of Roane Electric Furnace. He is preceded in death by his parents: Bud & Joyce Loden; brother: Larry Dean Loden; nephew: Cody Fox;...

Nathan L Kilgo Sr

Nathan L Kilgo Sr

Jan 8, 2025

Nathan LaVern Kilgo, Sr., of Harriman, TN. passed away in his home on 01/08/25. Nathan Kilgo was married to the late Janet (Moore) Kilgo for 40 years. He was a Vietnam veteran and a part of the Local VFW. He was a custodial for Harriman City schools and a jack of all trades. He is survived by his son, Nathan...

Helen Campbell Devaney

Helen Campbell Devaney

Jan 7, 2025

Mrs. Helen Campbell DeVaney, age 93, a resident of Gallatin, Tennessee, formerly of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Diversicare of Oak Ridge, Tennessee. She was born November 4, 1931, in Altro in Breathitt County, Kentucky. During her early years she would have to cross a swinging bridge over the Kentucky River to attend Grammer School. During...

Lisa Metcalfe Jolly

Lisa Metcalfe Jolly

Jan 7, 2025

Lisa Metcalfe Jolly of Rockwood, Tennessee, journeyed home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Lisa was a firm believer in prayers and the Baptist Faith. Her parents, Edna Dean Rayder and Hulon Metcalfe, raised her in Rockwood. Lisa made many friends throughout her life and has faithfully served her community as a volunteer and paramedic for...

Lorraine Jarvie Purdy

Lorraine Jarvie Purdy

Jan 6, 2025

Mrs. Lorraine Jarvie Shelton Purdy, age 93 of Harriman, TN passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on January 24, 1931 in Williamsburg, Kentucky to Tom Shelton and Josephine Stephens Shelton. She was a caretaker for several years. She married Julian Ray Purdy and they spent 35 wonderful...

Irene E. Lands

Irene E. Lands

Jan 6, 2025

On January 6, 2025, at the age of 92, Irene Lands peacefully entered the presence of her Lord, surrounded by her loving children. A loving wife, mother, and follower of Christ, her life was defined by her faith and care for those she loved.

Born on July 22, 1932, in New Hope, Tennessee, to Gus and Maggie Easter, Irene married Luther...

Kelly Ann "Gert" Powell

Kelly Ann "Gert" Powell

Jan 5, 2025

Mrs. Kelly Ann “Gert” Powell, age 60, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the Renaissance Terrace in Harriman, Tennessee. She was born September 26, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. She loved to shop and spend time with her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur & Florence Powell; brother, Gary...

Nancy Joyce Geraci

Nancy Joyce Geraci

Jan 4, 2025

Nancy Joyce (DeRossett) Geraci passed away January 4, 2025 at the Cumberland House Hospice facility at the age of 74 after a lengthy illness. 

As a teenager Nancy was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis which affected her the rest of her life. Even with the debilitating affects on her joints and 20 surgeries over many years she kept living her life as...

Archie G. Miles

Archie G. Miles

Jan 3, 2025

Mr. Archie G. Miles, age 76, entered into rest January 3, 2025. He was born October 24, 1948. Archie served in the Army during Vietnam and received a Purple Heart for his service. Later on he worked as an electrical foreman for TVA. He was married to his lovely wife, Ramona Lawson Miles, for 38 years. Archie was an avid...

Donna Burnette Mullins

Donna Burnette Mullins

Jan 3, 2025

Mrs. Donna Burnette Mullins ,age 80, went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2025, after a long illness. She was a member of the North Rockwood Baptist Church and a 1963 graduate of Rockwood High School. She was a retired note teller at First National Bank of Rockwood.

 

Throughout her life, Donna devoted herself to her faith and...

Winnie Gail Beard Lively

Winnie Gail Beard Lively

Jan 1, 2025

Mrs. Winnie Gail Beard-Lively, age 70 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. She was born on November 15, 1954, in Harriman. She was a loving wife, mother, and so much more to all of her family and friends. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed fishing with her husband, John. She is...

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