JAMES LYNN BELL
September 13, 2017
James Lynn Bell, 46, Andersonville, passed away Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at his home in Andersonville.
James enjoyed fishing and working on lawn mowers.
James was preceded in death by: Father, Leo Bell; sister, Amanda Kay Bell; and niece, Trinity Mackey.
James is survived by: Mother, Brenda Bell of Andersonville; girlfriend of 17 years, Pam Baker of Andersonville; brothers, Ken Bell of Andersonville, Carl Bell and Sandy Jones of Andersonville; sisters, Lisa Runyon of Andersonville, Sherry Vowell and husband Tim of Rocky Top, and Jennifer Smith of Decatur; nieces, Amanda Barnard, Brittaney Barnard, Ashley Davis, Makayla Vowell, Kateland Mackey and husband Dillion and baby Zander, and Jessica Miller and husband Paul; nephews, Timothy Runyon, Larry Merrill and girlfriend Sabrina Sharpe and their son Jayce, Charles Irwin and wife Grace, William Barnard, Justin Barnard, Nick Bell, James Smith and wife Jessica, Paul Miller, Mason Miller; and a host of other relatives and friends.
James’s family received his friends from 6 – 8 p.m., and his funeral service followed at 8 p.m., on Monday, Sept. 11, 2017, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton with the Rev. Roy Hammock and the Rev. James Hammock officiating.
James’s interment was at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, at Mt. Pleasant cemetery in Andersonville.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.com
BRENDA GAIL (SEXTON) ELLIOTT
September 13, 2017
Brenda Gail (Sexton) Elliott, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, went to be with our Lord Aug. 24, 2017.
Brenda was born in Clinton, March 9, 1947, to Melton and Bertha Mae Sexton. She was a Veteran of the United States Army.
Brenda, with never ending love, is survived by: Daughters, Michelle (Riddle) Nodal, Katherine Case; son, J.R Case; grandchildren, Kaylea Leach, Alexis and
Christian Herrod, and Isaac and Amelia Case; great-grandson, Kaydon Leach; and great-granddaughter, Hadleigh Case.
Brenda is also survived by: Three siblings, Mary Belle Baer, Edgar Sexton, and Leslie Sexton; and several nieces and nephews whom she cherished.
Preceded in death by: Brothers, Junior, Fred, and R.L Sexton; sisters, Bertie Broderick and Nancy (Goff) Kiel.
Brenda was most passionate about her love of family first, as well as writing, painting, gardening, cooking, nature, and treasured visits with Ginger Peters, Gina Caylor, Tammy Lawson and David (Tree Topper) Visnaw.
Please join us for a life tribute at “Lake in the Sky” Pavilion, located at 5714 Flats road (at Fire Station #8) in Tallassee, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept.16, 2017, as we celebrate our love for Brenda.
We extend our love, gratitude and never ending friendship to all of you.
McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home, Maryville, 982-6812.
www.mccammmonammonsclick.com
GEORGE W. ELLIOTT JR.
September 13, 2017
George W. Elliott Jr., 86, went home to be with his Lord Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, surrounded by his family.
He was born Dec. 28, 1930, in Knoxville to the late George and Edith Troutman Elliott Sr.
George was a member of the Island Home Baptist Church. He was a veteran having served in the United States Army; he later retired from Kingston Steam Plant. George enjoyed gardening, fishing and farming, especially working in the hay field. He was always willing to help his neighbors and will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his son, Jim Elliott.
Survived by: Loving wife of 65 years, Ima Jean Elliott; children, Deborah Elliott Harris and husband Rodney of Knoxville, Clyde Elliott and wife Lisa of Loudon, Bobby Elliott of Rocky Top, Benny Elliott of Rocky Top; brother, Clyde Elliott and wife Flo of Andersonville; sister, Helen Osborne and husband Jack of Clinton; daughter-in-law, Connie Elliott of Norris; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a host of other family and friends
The family will receive friends at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Rocky Top from 6 – 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, with the funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Herb Judkins officiating.
Family and friends will meet at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017, and go in funeral procession to the Hillvale Cemetery for an 11 a.m. interment.
Full military honors will be presented by the Campbell County Honor Guard.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is honored to serve the Elliott family.
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ALMA JEAN FRAKER
September 13, 2017
Alma Jean Fraker, 81, completed her life’s journey on earth, surrounded by family, and stepped into the arms of Jesus Sept. 8, 2017.
She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and a devoted Christian, mother and grandmother. She was widely known for her generosity. Nothing made her happier than making Raggedy Ann dolls, quilts, and pies to share with family and friends. She was loved by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by: Husband, Ross Fraker; parents, Wylie and Hilda Moneymaker; brothers, R.S., Jay, and Ralph Moneymaker.
She is survived by: Daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa and Louis Petrowski, Barbara and Tim Ledford; grandchildren, Ben Ledford, Sara (Ledford) and husband Chuck Beddow; brother, Jimmy Moneymaker; sister, Hazel Self.
The family received friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, at Holley Gamble Funeral Home. Her funeral services followed in the chapel with the Rev. James Saylor and the Rev. David Hicks officiating.
Her graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, at Woodhaven Memorial Garden.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
CAROLYN MARIE REDMOND
September 13, 2017
Carolyn Marie Clair Redmond, 69, Lafollette, passed away Sept. 10, 2017.
She was a member of World Harvester Church, and she loved the Lord with all her heart.
She was preceded in death by: Mother and father, Thelma Marie Green Clair and Earl Clair; brother, Gary Clair; grandparents, Henry and Isabell Mozingo Green; special aunts, Bonnie Green Meyers, and Geraldine Clair Malena.
Carolyn is survived by: Daughters, Glenda Hatmaker, Marschel and husband Stacy McGhee, Melody and husband A.J. Boshears; grandchildren, Isabella and husband Travis Vowell, Whitley Hatmaker, Elijah McGhee, Mason Hatmaker, Kaleb Harris, and Noah McGhee; great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Andrew Vowell; brothers, Doris Clair, Charles Clair
The family will have a private celebration of life for her at a later date.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
www.holleygamble.com
BETHANY RIGGS
September 13, 2017
Bethany Riggs, 28, Clarksville, formerly of Rocky Top, passed away Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, in Clarksville.
Bethany’s favorite place to visit was Norris Dam.
She was preceded in death by: Mother, Patricia Hicks; and grandparents, Everette and Judy Rose.
Bethany is survived by: Father, Fred Hicks; husband, Adam Riggs of Rocky Top; children, Taylor Riggs, Skylah Riggs, Adam Nathanielle Riggs, Derick Riggs, and Haley Riggs; brother, Christopher Hicks of Halls; aunt, Melissa Wells of Oak Ridge; uncle, Larry Goodman of Oak Ridge; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Bethany’s family held a memorial service for her at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary with the Rev. Wesley Riggs officiating.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton was in charge of all arrangements.
Condolences can be made to the family at www.jonesmortuaryllc.scom
LISSIE ELLIOTT STOOKSBURY
September 13, 2017
Lissie Elliott Stooksbury, 93, Clinton, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at NHC Healthcare in Oak Ridge.
She was born May 17, 1924, in Clinton to the late Tate and Amanda Wiggins Elliott. Lissie was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. She loved reading her Bible and loved her family.
In addition to her parents, Lissie was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, William C. “Bill” Stooksbury.
Survived by: Children, Jerry and Wanda Stooksbury, Janet and Dan Hawkins; siblings, Jean Irwin, Carl Elliott; grandchildren, Michael Stooksbury, Sarah Trepanier, Andrew Bayless; great-grandchildren, Stephanie Stooksbury, Blakely Stooksbury; several nieces and nephews and host of other family and friends.
The family received friends at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home from 10 – 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, with the funeral service following at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Darryl Taylor officiating.
Lissie’s family and friends met at Norris Memorial Garden at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, for her interment.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to Bethel Baptist Church 610 Bethel Road Clinton, TN 37716 or Gideon’s International at 711 Hall of Fame Drive Knoxville, TN 37917 www.holleygamble.com
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is honored to serve Mrs. Stooksbury’s family.
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DONALD LEE VANAMAN
September 13, 2017
Donald Lee Vanaman, Knoxville, rose to be with his Lord and Savior Sept. 3, 2017.
Don was born in Broken Arrow, Okla., Feb. 23, 1930. He was the only child of Leonard W. Vanaman and Gladys Mae Green Vanaman. He learned the value of hard work while growing up their family dairy farm. After graduating in the last senior class of Tiawah, Okla., in 1948, he attended Connors State College on a basketball and baseball scholarship. While home for the summer he met his future wife, Annabell Miller, and they married on Dec. 16, 1950. Don was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he served as a member of the Signal Corp at Camp Gordon, Ga., from 1951-1953.
After returning home, Don followed in his father’s footsteps as a dairy farmer and loved fishing and gardening. He taught his three children how to ride bikes and how to play basketball and baseball. He also ingrained in his children the same values of hard work that he had learned from his parents.
In 1965 he went to work for Harding Glass Company as a glazier-foreman, later a sales manager and sales rep. He retired from the glass business in 2000.
After his wife of 53 years, Annabelle, passed away, Don married Doris Moore-Hudson of Clinton and moved to Knoxville. While living there, he served as a deacon at New Salem Baptist Church in Clinton.
He is survived by: Wife, Doris Moore-Hudson Vanaman of Knoxville; two daughters, Patricia McCann and her husband Kent, and Darlene Braziel and her husband Steve; and son Andy Vanaman and his wife Cindy, all of Oklahoma; grandchildren, Jeremy Braziel (Diana) of Fayetteville, Ark., Ashleigh Webb (Jason), Andrew Vanaman, Rylee Vanaman and Annabelle Vanaman, all of Claremore, Okla.; great-grandchildren, Sicilei Redd, Chase Braziel, Brielle Webb and Kinley Braziel; also Doris’s son, Nathan Hudson, and four grandchildren, Christy, Katie, Matthew and William Hudson, and three great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 5 – 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, with the funeral service at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Kenny Rains and the Rev. Mark Gallaher officiating.
Don will be going back to Oklahoma to be buried at Oaklawn Cemetery in Claremore, Okla.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is honored to serve the family of Mr. Vanaman.
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