PAUL SMITH
November 1, 2018
Paul Smith, 93, Clinton, passed away Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018, at his home.
He was born Nov. 14, 1924, to the late William Dewey and Mary Mattie Smith in Pioneer. He graduated Lafollette High School as the President and Valedictorian of his class in 1943. He attended Lincoln Memorial University and was named Freshman with Highest Grade Point Average. He graduated Cincinnati College in 1950, Valedictorian of his class with a bachelor of science in pharmacy. After high school graduation, he volunteered for the US Army Air Force Cadet Corps. He served as a Bombardier in a B-29 as a 2nd Lieutenant until discharge in 1946. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Clinton for many years and loved the XYZ/Primetime Group. He was a Life Member of the NRA, and a 60-year member of American Legion Post 0172.
He moved to Clinton after graduation and worked at Hoskins Drug Store as a pharmacist until he acquired Clinton Drug Company in 1955. He worked there as owner until he retired in 1991. After retirement he volunteered at Interfaith Clinic and First Baptist Christian Service Center. He loved hunting, fishing, hiking, gardening, traveling and was a 2nd degree black belt in Karate.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by: sisters, Florine Clotfelter and Dorothy Shelby.
He is survived by: Loving wife of 70 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Smith; wonderful children, Barbara Smith Roberts and husband Michael of Farragut, William H. Smith and wife Beth Wyckoff of Hendersonville, N.C.; sister-in-law, Shirley Haefele of Rochester, N.Y.; half-sister, Sharon Henegar of Lafollette; several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
He was a gentleman in many ways and never met a stranger to which he couldn’t talk.
The family is grateful for the help of his many caregivers, Mary, John, Bethany and many others. He enjoyed his friends, the Cloyds, Hammerlings, Bradens, Roettgers, and many others, as well as the cousins of his wife Betty.
The family received friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton with the funeral following at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Terry Baker officiating.
Paul’s inurnment will be Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, at Grandview Memorial Garden.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the First Baptist Church Service Center at PO Box 268, Clinton, TN 37717 or the Interfaith Health Clinic at 315 Gill Ave., Knoxville, TN 37917-7209 or the charity of your choice.
JO ANN SANDERS GARRETT
October 30, 2018
Jo Ann Sanders Garrett, Oak Ridge, succumbed to recurring cancer at home Oct. 30, 2018.
She died bravely at 80 years of age after a year-long bout conducted with grace and courage. Jo Ann was born Aug. 11, 1938, in Mt. Olive, Ala., daughter of the late Woodrow and Margaret Fields Sanders. She became a 50-year resident of Oak Ridge as a fully committed and engaged citizen on many fronts. As a community activist and volunteer, Jo Ann provided leadership as Girl Scout leader, Campfire Girls leader, Cub Scout Den Mother, and softball coach for Girls, Inc. She served terms on the Junior Playhouse board, Methodist Medical Center Foundation board, Oak Ridge Civic Music Association board, and Oak Ridge Unitarian Church board. She served on local and State League of Women Voters boards. She was president of the Oak Ridge Committee of 50, member and president of Oak Ridge Breakfast Rotary Club (Rotarian of the Year 1999), member of Altrusa, Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce, and Anderson County Chamber of Commerce. She was active in Democratic Party affairs as office holder and as campaign chairman for candidates of several local offices. She will be sorely missed by husband, family, friends and local organizations that have benefitted through her valuable involvement.
Jo Ann worked to put her husband through undergraduate school, attended the University of Alabama, and subsequently raised a family of three children. She was a loving wife and mother who poured her creativity into every aspect of parenting. Professionally, she was co-owner and manager of Ridgeway Gallery. She was the administrative assistant in Congresswoman Marilyn Lloyd ‘s office in Oak Ridge for two years, followed by 12 years as a public relations specialist, first with IT Corporation, then with Foster Wheeler Corp. She ran for State Representative of Tennessee’s 33rd district (lost by 300 votes). She was elected to the Oak Ridge Board of Education for two terms, second term as chairman. Lastly, in 2000 she became the Administrator of Elections for Anderson County from which she retired in 2007.
For recreation she enjoyed travel with her husband, family and friends (visited 39 countries). She enjoyed nature and the outdoors including fly fishing, hiking, biking and bird watching. Additionally, she was skilled at sewing, art crafting, crocheting, gardening, and dancing. Also, crossword puzzles and indoor and outdoor decorative plants were a passion.
She is survived by: Husband of 61 years, Ray Garrett; three children, Laurel George (husband Gary George); and granddaughter. Natalie George of Atlanta, Ga.; son, Lawrence Garrett (Karen Garrett) of Knoxville; and daughter, Susan Garrett (Mark Norwood) of Asheville, N.C.
Also, one brother, Donald Sanders (Nancy Sanders) and niece, Diane Sanders Smith.
Cremation will be conducted through the Neptune Society.
A memorial service will be held at the Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church in Oak Ridge at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018. Later, her divided ashes will be scattered in her favorite fishing cove on Watts Bar Lake and interred in the memorial garden at ORUUC.
The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, any donations on her behalf be made to the Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church.
CLORENE PATTERSON DAUGHERTY
October 28, 2018
Clorene Patterson Daugherty, 89, Oliver Springs, formally of Devonia, passed away Oct. 28, 2018, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center due to stroke complications.
She was retired from TVA Natural Resources, Norris, and a member of Shiloh Baptist Church of Devonia. She loved watching Lady Vols basketball.
Preceded in death by: Two sons, Gary and Terry, whom she thought was two little angels; husband, Delbert; parents, Dorsey and Susie Patterson; sisters, Cleo and Charlene; sister-in-law, Dee Patterson, whom she thought of as a sister.
Survivors: Daughter, Cathy of Oliver Springs; sister, Bobbie Hibbs (Bill) of Jacksonville, Ark.; brother, Leland Patterson of Brooklyn, Ohio; three grandsons, Randy Daugherty (Stacy) of Heiskell, Mike of Oliver Springs, Brandon (Delisa) of Lafayette; two great-grandkids, Heather and Brett Daugherty; a host of other friends and relatives; and special friends, Opal and Frankie Hite and Glenith Bratcher.
The family would like to thank the staff at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Neuro Critical Care Unit and 5 East, who provided the best care and comfort, everyone was so kind and passionate. It was greatly appreciated.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, with funeral service at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Wayne Phillips officiating
Interment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018,
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements
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WILLIAM ‘BILL’ THOMAS ANTHONY
October 28, 2018
William “Bill” Thomas Anthony, 77, Oliver Springs, passed away Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, at his home.
Bill loved to watch football and was an avid University of Tennessee football fan.
Bill was preceded in death by: Parents, John and Marie Anthony; brother, Rick Anthony; sister, Connie Schafer; and sister-in-law, Mary Anthony.
Bill is survived by: Brothers, Johnny Anthony and wife Linda of Clinton, and Gary Anthony of Oak Ridge; sisters, Bonnie Harvey, whom was his caregiver for many years, Darlene Pierce and husband Jim of Milton, Fla., and Patricia Scruggs and husband, Doug of Oak Ridge; and sister-in-law, Diane Anthony.
Bill also leaves behind several nieces and nephews whom he was a beloved uncle to.
In memory of Bill donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
At Bill’s request there will be no services for him. Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
JAMES KENNETH YATES
October 25, 2018
James Kenneth Yates, 40, Lafollette, passed away Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018, at Tennova North Knox Medical Center in Powell after a long illness.
He was of the Baptist faith.
James is preceded in death by: Father, Ronald Lynn Yates, and mother, Mary Kay Yates.
James is survived by: Brother, Billy Brown and wife Vetta; sister, Tara Ford and Jason; nieces and nephews, Joanna, William, Kayla, Ralynn, Jaycie, Elizabeth, Jerrica and Bellany.
James’s family and friends held a graveside service for him at 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2018, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens in Powell with Robert Jones officiating.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
CARL LEON STRINGFIELD
October 24, 2018
Carl Leon Stringfield, 79, of the Dutch Valley Community in Anderson County, passed away, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at his home while surrounded by his family.
Mr. Stringfield was born Feb.1, 1939, in Morgan County. He was a lifelong resident of this area.
Carl was a member of Orchard View Baptist Church and was also the choir director. He loved yard work, reading, singing and most of all spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by: Parents, Clifford Stringfield and Minnie Hamby Stringfield; brother, Edgar Stringfield; and sister, Yvonne Fairchild.
Carl is survived by: Wife of 58 years, Dorothy Brown Stringfield of Clinton; children, Michael Stringfield and wife Becky of Clinton, Marsha Renee Davis and husband Leonard of Maryville, Keith Stringfield and wife Joy of Clinton, and Scotty Stringfield of Oliver Springs; grandchildren, Bradley, Kyle, and Cody Stringfield; step-grandchildren, Justin and Jamie Whitsett; great-grandsons, Greyson and Garrett Whitsett; brothers, Ernest Stringfield and wife Kay of Lancing, and Ronnie Stringfield and wife Lucy of King, N.C.; sister, Delilah Stringfield of Oak Ridge; sister-in-law, Betty Stringfield of Kinston, N.C.; and several nieces, nephews, extended family members and special friends.
The family will receive friends from 5 – 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at Premier Sharp Funeral Home in Oliver Springs.
The funeral will follow at 8 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Joe Samples officiating.
Burial and graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, at Orchard View Cemetery in Oliver Springs.
Premier Sharp Funeral Home is proudly serving the Stringfield family and we invite you to share a message of condolence to the family at www.sharpfh.com
GARY WAYNE COMER
October 24, 2018
Gary Wayne Comer, 64, Lafollette, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.
He loved his family and his dog, Lalya. Gary was a very caring person who would go out of his way to help someone else. He loved mechanic work. Gary was brilliant in building race cars and also collected diecast cars. He had a talent for art.
Gary was preceded in death by: Parents, George and Edith Comer; sisters, Brenda Marple, Debra Bolton and Patricia “Patty” L. Proffitt.
Gary is survived by: Son, the Rev. Wesley Comer and wife Brooke of Sheridan, Ind.; daughters, Terina Gillette and husband Danny of Knoxville, Natalie and Myra Heatherly of Jacksboro; companion, Pat Branam of Lafollette; sister, Valerie Fateley of Clinton; grandchildren, Hannah Gillette, Zion Gillette, Isaiah Comer, Emma Comer, Joel Comer, Eliza Comer, Adele Comer, Phineas Comer, Jaylynn Stooksbury and Isaac Stooksbury; stepchildren, Jamie Branam of Rocky Top, and Dewayne Branam of Rocky Top.
Gary also leaves behind several nieces and nephews that he treated as his own.
Gary’s family will receive his friends from 6 – 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at Eagle Bend Apostolic Church, 1740 N. Charles Seivers Blvd., Clinton.
Gary’s celebration of life will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, at Eagle Bend Apostolic Church with the Rev. Roger Hatmaker and the Rev. Wes Comer officiating.
His interment will follow his celebration of life at Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
ARTIE LOUISE WILSON
October 23, 2018
Artie Louise Wilson, 81, Caryville, made Heaven a whole lot sweeter on Oct. 23, 2018.
She was born July 18, 1937, to Fred and Armelda Lawson. She was a member of Ivy Grove Baptist Church in Caryville. She loved her family dearly with her whole heart. She enjoyed watching her great grandson kick and play. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt.
She was preceded in death by: Parents, Fred and Armelda Lawson; brother, Luther; and sisters, Dorothy and Alden Byrge.
Artie is survived by: Loving husband of 53 years, Odus Wilson; son, Dewayne of Caryville; daughters, Kim and Clyde of Caryville, Barbara Wilson of Jacksboro; grandchildren, Stephen Wilson of Caryville, Barton Taylor of Jacksboro, and Stephanie Wilson of Jacksboro; great-grandson, Jacob Patterson; sister, Nadine Wright of Jacksboro; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.
Visitation is from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018, at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.
Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at Ivy Grove Baptist Church in Caryville with the Rev. Jimmy Rutherford and the Rev. C.W. Fraker officiating.
A graveside service will take place following the funeral service on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at Queener Cemetery in Jacksboro.
