Obituaries

Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas

Carol Ann Kirkland Gatewood

Carol Ann Kirkland Gatewood

Aug 6, 2023

 

Mrs. Carol Ann Kirkland Gatewood, age 62, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the Renaissance Terrace in Harriman, Tennessee. She was born July 20, 1961, in Rockwood, Tennessee and was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church in Rockwood. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vaden W. & Annie Yother...

George Whitehead Mankel Jr

George Whitehead Mankel Jr

Aug 1, 2023

George W. Mankel, Jr, Lieutenant Colonel, US Air Force Retired, passed away peacefully on 1 August 2023.  He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on 31 January 1939, at Saint Mary’s Hospital.  He lived in Knoxville until graduating from College at the University of Tennessee with a BS in Business Administration.  Upon being drafted into the Military, he chose to enlist...

Jerald L. Higdon

Jerald L. Higdon

Jul 31, 2023

 

Mr. Jerald L. Higdon, age 83, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023, at Fort Sanders Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born on January 12, 1940, in Nashville, Michigan. He was a sign installer. Jerald proudly served and retired from the U.S. Air Force. He was also a Vietnam Veteran. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is...

John Wesley Baker Jr

John Wesley Baker Jr

Jul 28, 2023

John Wesley Baker Jr, age 30 of Rockwood, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023. He was born on January 27, 1993, in Jamestown, TN. He enjoyed fishing and loved spending time with his kids. He worked as a mechanic and enjoyed working on cars. He is preceded in death by his brother: Justin Ryan Baker; grandfather: Thomas Higginbottom; grandmother:...

Jesse Allen Tate

Jesse Allen Tate

Jul 27, 2023

Jesse Allen Tate Came into this world kicking & screaming:Friday the 13th, Sept, 1985Left this form for another:July 27th, 2023 

Ethnicity:  1/2 Celtic Viking,                    1/2 Cherokee Indian,                 And occasionally Greek Diety 

I am a crazy bearded heathen. I became a man long before I should have...

Shawn Bazel

Shawn Bazel

Jul 27, 2023

Shawn Quinta Bazel, 44, passed from his earthly home to his new heavenly home July 27, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, with his family and friends at his side. Shawn graduated from Harriman High School in 1998, and afterward joined the U.S. Navy. After getting out of the Navy, Shawn continued his education at the Master Barber...

John William Stinnett Sr

John William Stinnett Sr

Jul 27, 2023

Mr. John “Johnny” William Stinnett Sr., age 77 of Kingston, TN was born on January 13, 1946 in Rockwood, TN to the late George and Mary Stinnett of Rockwood, TN. Johnny went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Roane Medical Center.

Johnny spent most of his younger days hunting, fishing, camping and enjoying his family....

Ila Paige Johnson

Ila Paige Johnson

Jul 25, 2023

Ila Paige Johnson, loved daughter of Hayden Johnson and Haley Long, was born sleeping on July 25, 2023. Ila spent several unforgettable hours with her parents. She was absolutely adored and knew nothing but their love. 

Survivors include

Parents: Hayden Johnson & Haley Long

Big Sister: River Kay Johnson

Grandparents: Karen Cole (Gamgam), Lori Johnson (Gigi), Stephen and Shelly Johnson...

Pat A Tibbitts

Pat A Tibbitts

Jul 22, 2023

Mr. Pat A. Tibbitts, age 89 of Waynesboro, formerly of Rockwood, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the Waynesboro Health and Rehab. He was born on December 28, 1933, in Tacoma, Washington. He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Cremation arrangements have been made and a private interment will be held at a later date. Evans Mortuary is...

Thomas Delane Givens

Thomas Delane Givens

Jul 22, 2023

Mr Thomas Delane Givens, age 74 of the Westel community of Rockwood, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1948. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother. He worked for many years at Horsehead in Rockwood. He loved his lawnmowers and watching westerns. He is preceded in death by his...

Richard Russell Nelson

Richard Russell Nelson

Jul 21, 2023

Mr. Richard Russell Nelson, age 57 of Rockwood, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on September 16, 1965, in California. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed kayaking on the lake, going to car shows with his daughter, and cooking. He is preceded in death...

Sandy Monroe Johnson

Sandy Monroe Johnson

Jul 20, 2023

Mr. Sandy Monroe Johnson, age 71 of Rockwood, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at the Roane Medical Center in Harriman. He was born on February 21, 1952, in Whitesburg, KY. He grew up in the Partridge, KY. He attended Eolia School in Kentucky. He worked at Hall’s Service Station for 17 years. He enjoyed spending time talking with...

Ted Anthony "Tony" Miller

Ted Anthony "Tony" Miller

Jul 19, 2023

 

Mr. Ted Anthony “Tony” Miller, age 56, a resident of Kingston, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, in Kingston. He was born December 10, 1966, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Tony was a member of Morrison Hill Christian Church in Kingston and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I.B.E.W.) Local # 270 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Tony was a Dam...

Cleston Ray Hicks

Cleston Ray Hicks

Jul 19, 2023

Cleston Ray Hicks, born April 5, 1947, passed away at Roane Medical Center on July 19, 2023. He was preceded in death by his mother, Arleva Hicks, father, Raymond Hicks and brothers Randy and Jerry Hicks.

Cleston was considered to be an elite high school athlete when he attended Crossville High School and later spent most of his time working...

Henrietta Rose Kelley

Henrietta Rose Kelley

Jul 17, 2023

Mrs. Henrietta Rose Kelley, age 75, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023, at her home in Harriman, Tennessee. She was born on May 2, 1948, in Rockwood, Tennessee. She attended Eagle Furnace Baptist Church. She retired from TVA where she worked as an engineer. Henrietta was a warm-hearted and compassionate mother to all. She is preceded in death by...

Martha Lou Norman

Martha Lou Norman

Jul 15, 2023

Mrs. Martha Lou Norman, age 85, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Signature Health Care in Rockwood, Tennessee. She was born on June 8, 1938, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Martha was a member of Rockwood Second Baptist Church. She worked for Kayser-Roth for 49 years. She was also a control clerk for Alba Health. Martha loved all her family dearly...

Pamela Lynn Parks

Pamela Lynn Parks

Jul 14, 2023

 

Mrs. Pamela Lynn Ladd Parks age 39, passed away at her house Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born August 8, 1983 to Jimmy Miller and Karen E. Ladd Miller in Rockwood, TN. She liked to swim, go camping, and just being outdoors. She also loved to walk her dog, Dixie. She is preceded in death by her brother:...

Wanda Darlene (Harrell) Sisk

Wanda Darlene (Harrell) Sisk

Jul 14, 2023

Mrs. Wanda Darlene (Harrell) Sisk, age 81, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. She was born in Max Meadow Virginia on April 2, 1942. She is preceded in death by her mother, Ida Harrell; father, John Harrell Sr.; sisters, Loretta Wurtz, Dale McMillan, Freda Arnold, and Ina Dishon; brothers, Bobby Fisher,...

Nelson Rose

Nelson Rose

Jul 13, 2023

Mr. Nelson Rose, age 57 of Kingston, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2023. He was born on April 2, 1966, in Roane County. He is preceded in death by his father: Harvey Jerald Rose. He is survived by:

Mother:        Mary Ellen RoseWife:            Virginia Woods Rose2 children:        Dwight Rose,...

David McKinney

David McKinney

Jul 12, 2023

Mr. David Virden McKinney, age 99 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Signature Healthcare Center of Rockwood. He was a U.S. Merchant Marine during WWII. He was a loyal member of North Rockwood Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and loved to mow and tend to his yard. He is...

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