GLADYS ELKINS
March 17, 2021
Gladys Elkins, 91, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at her residence.
Gladys was born Nov. 8, 1929 in Clinton, to Alonzo and Mary Shoopman. She was a lifetime member of Clinton First Baptist Church and will be remembered as a loving mother to all her family. Gladys family will miss her phone calls notifying them of any traffic updates, upcoming weather and weather conditions, and calling to see they made it home safe.
In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by: Son, Barry Elkins; sisters, Virginia Hill and Lorene Davis; brother, Carl Shoopman.
She was survived by: Loving husband of 69 years, Ray Elkins of Clinton; daughter, Joni Gannon and husband Rich of Knoxville; grandson, Clay Gannon of Knoxville; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and many dear lifelong friends.
The family would like to thank the amazing team of caregivers during the last 6 months!
Friends and family came to Holley Gamble Funeral Home between 9 a.m. – 29.m. Saturday, March 13, 2021, to sign the register book. The family held a graveside service at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Sunset Cemetery with the Rev. Danny Chisholm officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
KENNETH RAY BARKER
March 17, 2021
Kenneth Ray Barker, 59, Oak Ridge passed away Saturday, March 14 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville,
Born in Del Ray, Texas, Ken worked in Information Technology as a systems administrator. He was employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory for the past 12 years.
Survivors include: Wife, Karen Long Barker; two step-children, Dr. Nixie Cat, Elmira, N.Y., and Laura Nolan-Robillard (Daniel), Las Vegas, Nev.; and step-grandchild Trevor Robillard.
A memorial gathering with friends and family will be held at a future date.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
SID (JAMES) ALBRIGHT
March 17, 2021
Sid (James) Albright, 76, Lake City, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021, peacefully at home with his loving wife, Pat, at his side.
He was born Dec. 5, 1944, to the late Charlie and Johnnie Queener Albright. Sid was a loving and caring husband and father. He retired from Merita Bread after 30 years of service. He loved working in his garden and sharing his harvest with others. Sid was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church. His favorite songs were “Peace In The Valley” and “How Great Thou Art.”
Sid was preceded in death by: Brothers, Murrel Albright and John Albright; father-in-law, John Phillips; mother-in-law, Eva Phillips; and brother-in-law, Ed Boles.
Sid is survived by: Loving wife of 43-1/2 years, Pat Albright; daughters, Tracie Albright, Angie (Jackie) Davis and Missy (Bill) Andrews; grandchildren, Tyler and Wyatt Delk, Jessie and Eli (Ashley) Davis, Lucas and Olivia Andrews; sister, Joan Washam; brothers-in-law, Marvin Phillips and Elmer Phillips; sisters-in-law, Sara Boles, Carol (James) Rollow, and Linda (Bob) Ausmus; special friends, Jim and Karen Woodall, Roger and Debbie Moser, Johnny and Thelma Phillips, and Jim Robbins.
Sid will be missed by many.
Visitation was from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Hatmaker Funeral Home with the funeral service following at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2021, in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James Lane officiating.
Family and friends will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Oak Grove Cemetery in Lake City for Sid's Interment.
BILLU EUGENE GRAY
March 16, 2021
Billy Eugene Gray, 82, Seymour, formerly of Heiskell, passed away March 16, 2021.
He was a member of Seymour First Baptist Church, and a previous member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and Liberty Baptist Church. He was a retired parts manager, an avid antique car enthusiast who loved traveling to car shows and working on cars. He loved visiting with family and friends, and was always ready to enjoy a meal with others. Billy raised his family in church and enjoyed singing to the Lord.
Preceded in death by: Father and mother; Clyde and Geneva Gray; son, Michael Wayne Gray; and brother, Roy Gray.
He leaves behind: Wife of 63 years, Imogene Gray; son, Bobby Gray; daughters, Angela (Mark) Sebby and Julie (Steve) Knight; grandchildren, Justin Gray, Jared and Ian Sebby, Jacob, Cameron and Eli Knight; great-grandchildren, Autumn and Brody; and brothers, Lonnie (Brenda) Gray and Ronnie (Pat) Gray.
The family received friends from 4 – 6 p.m. Sunday, March 21, 2021, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel, with a service following at 6 p.m., Stanley Knight officiating.
Family and friends met at 10:45 a.m. for an 11 a.m. interment at Seymour Memory Gardens Monday, March 22, 2021.
Online condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.
ANNA MARIA LAWSON
March 16, 2021
Anna Maria Lawson, 73, passed away March 16, 2021, in Oak Ridge.
She loved the mountains, four wheeling, pontoon boating, fishing, and crafts. She was the precious wife of James for 45 years.
Anna was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Marie (Ernest) Jones.
Anna is survived by: Husband, James Lawson of Powell; and son, Steve Lawson (Laura) of Louisville.
Family will be receiving friends at Jones Mortuary in Clinton from 5 – 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18, 2021.
A graveside service was held at the new East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville beginning at 8:30 a.m. Friday, March 18, 2021.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
Condolences to the family can be made at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
JOHN ROBERT 'BOB' DAVIS JR.
March 15, 2021
John Robert “Bob” Davis Jr., 78, Clinton, passed away Monday, March 15, 2021.
Bob was born in Bristol, Va., and was the son of John and Irene Davis. Bob graduated from Clinton High School in 1962 and was a United States Army Veteran. He loved playing golf and football, as he played football for teams in high school, college, and also for the United States Army.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Danny Davis.
Bob is survived by: Wife, Marilyn Davis; son, Mark Davis; granddaughter, Karleigh Davis; sister, Andrea Ware; brothers, Rick Davis and Marty Davis; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 29, 2021, in Woodhaven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee.
Woodhaven Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens are honored to serve the family of
Bob Davis.
MERNA WALLAC CRAWHORN
March 14, 2021
Merna Wallace Crawhorn was born June 8, 1956, in Knoxville. She was the youngest of four children born to Ed and Wanda Wallace. Merna lost her courageous, two-year battle with cancer Sunday, March 14, 2021.
She is survived by: Beloved husband of more than 40 years, Jim; children, Megan (Adam) and Adam (Jessica); mother, Wanda; and older brother, Jim Ed Wallace (Sharon); special nephew, Michael Ensley (Marie); and loyal dog, Cali.
Merna left a lasting impression on the community through her teaching of elementary students in various Anderson County schools for more than 30 years. During her retirement she loved being on Norris Lake, tending her yard of flowers, and traveling. Merna had a strong love for her family and friends who she considered family. She was a true shining light to everyone she met.
Per Merna’s wishes, a celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity that was very near and dear to Merna, MAW’s Cause.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
JEFFREY ROBERT HAWN
March 12, 2021
Jeffrey Robert Hawn, 68, passed away at his home Friday, March 12, 2021.
Jeffrey was a Marine Veteran and he will be remembered as a very proud and self-sufficient man. He was an animal lover who enjoyed gardening, yard work, working on cars, and spending time with his wife, Robyn.
Jeffrey is survived by his wife, Robyn Hawn (Dyer).
There are no memorial services set at this time per family’s request.
Jones Mortuary, LLC., In Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
