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Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas
James Donald Cofer
Feb 5, 2025
Mr. James “Jim” Donald Cofer, age 54, of Rockwood, TN passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at his home. He was born January 28, 1971 to George Lynn Cofer and Rosa Anna Garrett Cofer in Oak Ridge, TN. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Rogers Group. He absolutely loved to fish any chance he could and he...
Roger W Sharp
Feb 3, 2025
Roger W. Sharp, age 71, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, of Oak Ridge, TN, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Roger was born on August 4, 1953, in Lake City, TN, to the late Russell & Elizabeth Martin Sharp, and was a 1971 graduate of Jefferson City High School....
Patricia D. Inman
Feb 2, 2025
Ms. Patricia Delois Inman, age 70 of Harriman, TN passed away at her home on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born on October 1, 1954 in Rockwood, TN to Charles and Juanita Inman. She was a hard worker and enjoyed every moment of her time at Alba Health fixing their machines. She loved to fish any chance she could...
Vincent "V" Martin
Jan 29, 2025
Mr. Vincent “V” Martin, age 75 of Harriman, TN passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, TN. He was born June 29, 1949, in Harriman, TN. Affectionately known by family and friends as “V” or “The Veester”, he was a member of New Century United Methodist Church and the American Legion Post #232,...
Chassity Dominique Wright
Jan 29, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chassity D. Wright. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who left this world on January 29th, 2025, at the age of 37 years old. Chassity will be forever missed by all who knew her.
Chassity was born on October 10th, 1987, in Knoxville, TN to William Wright and Angela...
Cordell Delano Johnson
Jan 29, 2025
Cordell Johnson, 78, passed away peacefully at home on January 29 surrounded by family after a long valiant battle with multiple serious illnesses. He was completely dedicated to the love of his life, Sherry Johnson. They were inseparable and she was a devoted wife and caretaker. Cordell was a proud husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend who never...
Cleeda May Hinds
Jan 24, 2025
Mrs. Cleeda May Hinds, age 97, a resident of the Glen Alice Community of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born May 12, 1927, in Rockwood, Tennessee. While living in the Glen Alice Community she graduated from High School, married, and worked as a Teller at First National Bank and Trust, now Regions Bank, and retired...
Bryan Marcell "Scoot" Fearn
Jan 24, 2025
Bryan Marcell “Scoot” Fearn of Rockwood, TN passed on Friday, January 24 at Oak Ridge Methodist hospital.
Bryan was 1989 graduate of Rockwood High School, and then attended Roane State community college before he heading to Middle Tennessee State University. At MTSU, he became a member of Phi Beta Sigma, Incorporate, where he was a dedicated member. After receiving his bachelor...
Earl Franklin "Frank" Evans
Jan 23, 2025
Earl Franklin "Frank" Evans, age 96 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2025, just a few hours before his 97th birthday. He was born on January 24, 1928, in Rockwood. He was a member of North Rockwood Baptist Church and the "McDonald's Breakfast Club" with all of his buddies. Frank was a lifetime...
Connie Lynn Riddle
Jan 22, 2025
Connie Lynn Riddle, age 68 of Rockwood, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 22, 1956, in Rockwood. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a former employee of Kroger in Harriman, where she worked for over 10 years. She is survived by:
Daughter: Layla Anderson (Preston)
Son: Jamie Riddle (Ashley)
5 Grandchildren: Darian,...
Bryan Eugene Ogle
Jan 21, 2025
Mr. Bryan Eugene Ogle, age 58 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was born on May 7th, 1966. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he always enjoyed his time trout fishing in Tellico Plains.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Jessie & Bob Hamill, Roberta & Wesley Ogle.
He is survived by:
Mother: Sheryl Stooksbury-Ogle
Father:...
Sue Sutton
Jan 21, 2025
Sue Sutton, age 83 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. She was a member of Clymersville Baptist Church in Rockwood. She was an avid reader, shopper, and gardener. But most of all, she loved her family. She was preceded in death by her parents: Stanley Kelley Sr & Pearl (Riddle) Kelley; brother: Stanley Kelley Jr; sister: Joann...
George "Ellis" Shacklett, Jr.
Jan 21, 2025
George “Ellis” Shacklett, Jr., a resident of Knoxville, Tennessee died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at his home. He was born October 30, 1954, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Ellis worked in the communication industry for many years as well as other businesses. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Tennessee. He was an avid sports fan, especially following...
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
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
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.)
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
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
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
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...
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