Carolyn Sue Boggs
August 21, 2026
Carolyn Sue Boggs, 85, of Clinton passed away peacefully Aug. 21, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born May 16, 1941, in Dunham, Kentucky, to William and Mildred Childers, she grew up in Cumberland, Kentucky.
She was known as “Sue” to her friends and “Grammie” to her family.
Sue will be remembered for her loyalty, friendship, generosity and willingness to give anything she could to help the people she loved. She also shared her love of God with everyone she met.
Sue was a member of First Baptist Church in Clinton, where she taught Sunday school for 35 years.
She also volunteered at the service center, helping provide food and clothing to those in need.
Sue became well-known as a prominent woodcarver, ,and created Santa Claus folk art carvings that have been distributed across the United States.
Sue will be remembered for her warmth, quiet strength and devotion to her family and her Savior, Jesus Christ.
She is survived by her children, Suzi Schmidt (Eric), Brent Boggs (Christy) and Bradley Boggs (Ilah); grandchildren, Daniel Schmidt (Liz), Clay Schmidt, Maddie Herring (Wriley), Sarah Boggs, Kate Boggs, Benjamin Boggs, Caden Boggs and Joshua Boggs; great-grandchildren; and many close friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Delano Boggs.
A memorial service was held Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, at First Baptist Church, 225 N. Main St., Clinton. The family receive friends from noon to 12:30 p.m. with a memorial service from 12:30 to 1 p.m. The graveside service followed.
Her family is grateful for the kindness and support shown during this time.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee Backpacks Program (https://shorturl.at/CiSVK)
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton was in charge of arrangements.
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David Queener
August 20, 2026
David Queener, 68, of Clinton passed away Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends.
David spent much of his life serving and giving back to the community he loved.
For 43 years, he faithfully served and protected Clinton’s citizens through the Clinton Police Department. During his career, he rose through the ranks, became the department’s first detective, and ultimately retired as chief of detectives.
His commitment to the community continued well beyond his years in law enforcement. David served for many years as security director for the Anderson County Fair Association, helping provide a safe and welcoming environment for generations of families who attended the fair.
In November 2022, he was elected to the Clinton City Council, once again answering the call to serve the community that had meant so much to him throughout his life. Even while facing ongoing health challenges, David remained devoted to the people and the city of Clinton.
Many in the community will also remember David as one of the familiar voices, along with Ron Berry, heard on BBB Channel 12’s “Friday Night Scoreboard,” where they shared area high school football highlights and scores.
Away from his work and community involvement, David enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved attending NASCAR races with his brother, taking trips to the beach with his family, and spending time with the people he cared about most. He was a member of Main Street Baptist Church in Rocky Top.
As much as David loved Clinton and the community he served for so many years, nothing was more important to him than his family. He treasured every opportunity to spend time with them and held a special place in his heart for his grandchildren, who brought him tremendous pride and joy.
David leaves behind a legacy of quiet service, loyalty and devotion. He never needed the spotlight or recognition for all he did; he was simply a good man who loved his family, his friends and his community. Those who knew David will forever miss his friendship and kindness.
David was preceded in death by his father, James David Queener; great-granddaughter, Carson Noe; and mother-in-law, Mae Hensley.
He is survived by his wife, Paulette Queener; children, Josh Queener and wife, Lauren, and Melissa Newby and husband, TJ; mother, Dorothy Queener; grandchildren, Austin Noe and wife, Cheyenne, and Adeline Queener; great-grandson, Cooper Wayne Noe; expected great-granddaughter, Collins Noe; brother, Steve Queener and wife, Laura; and nephew, Matthew Queener and wife, Ivy.
The family received friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, with a celebration of life service following in the chapel. A graveside service immediately followed at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
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Charles Thomas Cagle
August 15, 2026
Charles Thomas Cagle, 86, passed away peacefully Aug. 15, 2026, at his home after a long illness.
He grew up in Knoxville, the son of Frederick Eules Cagle and Gracie Mae Tittle Cagle. He became a Christian at an early age while attending Elm Street Baptist Church. He loved and participated in all kinds of sports, especially football.
Charles graduated from Young High School and joined the U.S. Navy, where he traveled throughout the Pacific. After returning home, he married the love of his life, Sandra Lunsford.
After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Charles was employed by the Anderson County school system as a speech pathologist for 30 years, spending most of his career at Lake City Elementary School. He later earned two additional college degrees from Union College and Tennessee Tech.
In retirement, Charles enjoyed golfing with his friends, traveling, spending time with his family and attending Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Gracie Cagle; his sister, Glenda; and his brother, Jim Cagle.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sandra Cagle; daughter, Kimberly (Keith) Burnett; grandsons, Kaleb (Abbey) Burnett and Keaton Burnett; sisters, Darlene Sharp and Annette (Darrell) Catlett; brother-in-law, Darrell (Brenda) Lunsford; sister-in-law, Gloria Lunsford; and several nieces and nephews.
The family extends special thanks to the staff of UT Hospice for their care.
The family will receive friends at noon Thursday at Woodhaven Cemetery, with the service and burial to follow. The Rev. Teresa McClure will officiate.
Pallbearers will be Keith Burnett, Kaleb Burnett, Keaton Burnett, Darrell Lunsford, Darrell Catlett and Jeff Catlett.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an animal shelter of the donor’s choice.
Ronnie Edward Haggard
August 14, 2026
Ronnie Edward Haggard, 81, of Claxton, passed away Aug. 14, 2026, in Otto, North Carolina.
He was of the Baptist faith. Ronnie loved watching Westerns, tinkering with old motors and showing them off at flea markets.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred Haggard; sister, Pat Morgan; brothers, William Haggard, Dale Haggard and Danny Haggard; and brothers-in-law, Virgil West and Lloyd Lee.
Ronnie is survived by his daughter, Jessica Scruggs and husband Darin; sons, Chris Haggard and wife Diana, Brian Haggard and wife Amanda, and Jason Haggard and Stephanie; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Stella West and Hazel Lee; brothers, Gary Haggard, and David Haggard and wife Debra; sister-in-law, Betty Haggard; and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather for visitation from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, at Jones Mortuary. A graveside service and interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens.
Jones Mortuary is honored to serve the Haggard family.
Tiffany Annette Sharp
August 12, 2026
Tiffany Annette Sharp, 38, of Powell passed away Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, at Tennova North Medical Center in Powell.
She loved four-wheeling and fishing, and enjoyed visiting Dollywood and other theme parks. Tiffany also cherished spending time with her daddy and was a “Mamaw’s girl” growing up.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Norman and Margaret Martin; aunt, Patricia “Pat” Messor; and uncles, Gary Martin and Eddie Martin.
Tiffany is survived by her father and stepmother, Bradley Martin and Donna McCoy of Powell; mother, Barbara Zink of Oliver Springs; brother, Leland Daugherty of Powell; sisters, Natasha Hill of Powell and Haliegh McCoy of Oak Ridge; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary.
A celebration of life will follow at 7:30 p.m., with the Rev. Jamie Brewster officiating.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is honored to serve the family of Tiffany Annette Sharp.
Allen Martin Linkes
August 12, 2026
Allen Martin Linkes of Clinton, Tennessee, passed into the arms of the Lord on Aug. 12, 2026. Allen was born Feb. 15, 1944, to Ashley Dalton Linkes and Nina Ruth Linkes.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Pat Linkes; the mother of his children, Joyce Linkes; siblings, Billie Loveday, Ashley Dalton Linkes Sr., Joan Heaton, Edith Shockley, David Linkes, Gayle Linkes and Lynn Linkes; and his precious grandson, Jonah Linkes.
Allen is survived by his brother, Paul Linkes; children, Katherine Bumgardner and David Wallace, Melissa and Robert Nolan, and Todd and Sonja Linkes; grandchildren, Adam Bumgardner and Jessi Jones, Chad Nolan and Morgan Whaley, Ashley and Ryan Human, Isaac Nolan and Lauren Eiler, Ada Nolan, Josh Linkes, and Sarah Linkes and Diego Wallace; great-grandchildren, Tavyn Bumgardner, Gabriel Bumgardner and Rhett Nolan, with great-grandson Reed Allen Nolan expected soon; and his best friend and loyal companion, Julie Osborne. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Allen graduated from Clinton High School in 1962. Throughout his life, he worked as a barber, musician and brick mason, but whatever he did, he left an impression on the people around him.
Music was a great part of Allen’s life. He played throughout East Tennessee and became well known in the area. He performed on the Cas Walker Show, played on local radio stations and in nightclubs, and had the opportunity to sing on the same stage as Dolly Parton on many occasions.
His love of music was also an important part of his faith. As a member of Dutch Valley Baptist Church, Allen faithfully played his guitar and sang at church every Sunday and many Wednesdays. He also loved the University of Tennessee Volunteers, especially when he could watch them with his children and family.
To many, Allen was known as the “Chimney Doctor.” He worked as a brick mason for decades and helped build many local buildings, including the DOE Federal Building and the Appalachian Underwriter building. For more than 50 years, he built and repaired chimneys throughout the area. There was rarely a street in Clinton or Oak Ridge that Allen could travel down without pointing out a house where he had worked.
His family extends its thanks to all his loyal customers.
Allen never really stopped working. Even from his ICU bed, he was still giving directions to make sure a job was finished. That was simply who he was. He also never stopped preaching, sharing his faith, telling people he loved them and making everyone around him laugh.
Allen suffered an aortic aneurysm and miraculously survived it. His family believes God gave them three more precious weeks with him so he could continue preaching and sharing His message, make sure the people he loved knew exactly how much he loved them, and give his family final closure.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Aug. 22 at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. The funeral will follow, with the Rev. Ryan Human officiating.
Family and friends will gather at Grandview Memorial Garden for a graveside service at 2 p.m. Aug. 23.
Serving as pallbearers will be Adam Bumgardner, Chad Nolan, Isaac Nolan, Josh Linkes, Gabriel Bumgardner and Justin Linkes.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is proud to serve the Linkes family.
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Dorothy Roxanna McFarland
August 10, 2026
Dorothy Roxanna McFarland, 65, of Clinton passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.
Dorothy, affectionately known as “Peanut,” had a heart of gold and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She had a special love for cats, especially her beloved Tiger, who held a cherished place in her heart.
Dorothy enjoyed spending time working in her yard and took great pleasure in watching Madea movies. She will be remembered for her kind heart, generous spirit and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Joyce Ann and Luther Lane; and her father, Kelly White.
She is survived by her husband of eight years, Wayne Carden; son, Christopher McFarland and his children; brother, Raymond Lane; and special friends, Chris Braden and his girlfriend, Ashley Taylor, Don Bailey, and Carolyn and Wayne Roberts.
The family received friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home. A graveside service was held Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, at Farmers Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is proud to serve the McFarland family.
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Webber Vernie Jewell (Loy)
August 2, 2026
Webber Vernie Jewell (Loy), 93, of Clinton went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
She was a longtime member of Valley View Missionary Baptist Church in Clinton.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Henderson Loy and Nellie Frances (Foust) Loy; husband, William Burl “Bill” Webber; sons, Donnie Cooper, Danny Cooper, Terry Cooper and Benny Cooper; daughter, Lisa (Cooper) Ezell; brothers, Linton Loy and Vintley Loy; and sisters, Macie Warwick, Irene Brown, Mervie Holbert, Thelma Loy and Evelyn Burden.
She is survived by her children, Henderson E. Cooper and wife Sherri of Jacksboro, Darlene Arnn and husband Michael of Clinton, and Larry Cooper of Clinton; sister, Elizabeth “Libby” Sherwood of Clinton; stepdaughters, Carrol Ann Webber and Karen Webber; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
The service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Valley View Missionary Baptist Church, 1004 Old Dutch Valley Road, Clinton, with the Revs. Alan Giles and Chad Ricker officiating.
The family was honored to have David Cooper, Eliott Fountain, Joe Cooper, Daniel Sherwood, Bryan Loy and Justin Johnson serve as pallbearers, carrying with them not just the weight of a casket, but the cherished memories of a life well-lived.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness ...” — 2 Timothy 4:7-8
