Wade Colwell
April 8, 2024
Wade Colwell, 77, of Clinton, Tennessee passed away at his home on Monday, April 8, 2024 with his family by his side.
Born on Feb. 21, 1947 in Hyden, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Ira and Vergie Wooten Colwell.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Eula Hickman.
Wade was a member of the Clinton Church of Christ, and enjoyed fishing. He was a retired Service Manager at Fox Nissan and Oak Ridge Chrysler, and ran Wade’s Clean Up detailing cars.
Wade is survived by his wife, Carolyn Campbell Colwell; sons, Darren Colwell and wife Kim, and Dale Colwell and wife Sheri; daughters, Karen Yarber and husband Jody, and Heather Colwell; grandchildren, Jevonne Shephard, Layla Colwell, Kelin Colwell and Tucker Colwell, and many other relatives and friends.
The Colwell Family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 in the Jones Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Richard Bentley and the Rev. Jerry Rice officiating.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton, Tennessee is serving the family of Wade Colwell.
Ann Harris McRae
April 8, 2024
Ann Harris McRae, a beloved member of the community, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 90, after a courageous six-year battle with dementia. She was born in Moore County, North Carolina, on March 8, 1934, and was one of eight children and the only girl.
In the 1960s, Ann decided to further her education and pursued a bachelor’s degree in science and chemistry. Her thirst for knowledge didn’t stop as she went on to earn a master’s degree in special education. Ann dedicated her life to serving others through education.
Ann’s career in education culminated in her retirement as the director of special education for Anderson County Schools in 1999. Even after retirement, she served as an assistive technology coordinator for four years, working with school systems in Clinton City and Anderson, Morgan, Roane, and Scott counties.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ann was active in numerous community groups. She volunteered her time and expertise to causes that touched her heart. Some of the organizations she supported were the Anderson County Headstart Program, Retired Teachers Association of Anderson County/Clinton City, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Project Lifesaver Anderson County, Tennessee Baptist Association, Tennessee Baptist Adult Homes of East Tennessee, Garden Club and Timely Topics Club of Clinton.
Ann was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Pete McRae; son, Eddie McRae; brothers, Warren, CA, Ernest, Lloyd, and Coy; mother, Catherine; and father, Tom.
She is survived by her daughter, Cathy McRae Robinson and husband Roger; granddaughter, Kenzie Robinson Lovingood, husband Branham and their children Anderson, Wilson, and Robinson; grandson Kacy Robinson and wife Lindsey and children Makyla Lowe, Jaxon Lowe and Hudson Lowe; daughter-in-law Brenda McRae who lovingly served as her live-in caregiver at the beginning her dementia journey; and granddaughter, Tegan McRae McNeely and son Connor.
Ann McRae will be remembered for her professional achievements, kind heart, unwavering dedication, sense of fairness, and ability to make a difference in the lives of others. Her legacy will live through the countless individuals she touched.
Friends and family will meet at 1:15 p.m., Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home and go in procession to Grandview Memorial Garden for a 2 p.m. graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First Baptist Church of Clinton, P.O. Box 268, Clinton, TN 37717, where Ann was a member for 64 years, and will accept memorial contributions for the Adult Choir. Ann loved the music these men and women performed, and it is fitting for her memory to be honored with their music and voices.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
Lillian “Josephine” Lowe
April 8, 2024
Lillian “Josephine” Lowe, 89, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Josephine was born on June 26, 1934, in Anderson County, Tennessee to William “Bill” and Mattie Hicks.
Josephine had a heart of gold and was a mother to all. She loved watching Westerns, crocheting, and her flowers. Josephine was a member of Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William “Bill Hicks and Mattie Smith Hicks; four brothers and three sisters; and her babies, Peggy, Judy and Johnny.
Josephine is survived by her sons, Howard Lowe and wife Susan and Bobby Lowe; daughters Brenda Hammond, Lillian Smith and husband Edward, and Carolyn Phillips and husband Wayde; grandchildren, Davey (Cheryl) Hammond, April (Dave) Stewart, Joey Taylor, Donna (Rusty) Bruce, Greg (Kelly) Phillips, Ambrea Perry, Chris Hammond, Tiffany Taylor, Amy (James) Maples and Holly Rose, plus 20 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton, Tennessee.
The family will meet at Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church on Friday April 12, 2024, at noon for the funeral. The Rev. Travis Freeman is officiating. Her graveside service will follow at the church cemetery.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is honored to be serving the family of Josephine Lowe.
Gary Lynn Seeber
April 6, 2024
Gary Lynn Seeber, 69, of Heiskell, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2024, surrounded by his family.
Gary worked for the Oak Ridge Y-12 plant from 1974 until his retirement in 2008. During his retirement years, Gary enjoyed working with heavy machinery, traveling, owning and managing rental property, and enjoying his grandkids. Gary was known in the community as a giving and caring man. More than 34 years ago, Gary purchased the Tanasi Rental Park on Hillvale Road in Andersonville, Tennessee. Through this investment, Gary was able to help many people within our community have a wonderful and safe place to raise their families. It was not uncommon for Gary to help others out of a critical situation, whether financial or otherwise. He was a man of his word, and a simple handshake was all that was ever needed. Gary was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church in Corryton, where he served the Lord alongside his family.
He was preceded in death by parents, Earl and Wilma Seeber of Andersonville, Tennessee.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Tammey K Seeber of Heiskell, TN; son, Gregory Seeber and wife Shae of Knoxville; daughter, Lisa Williford and husband Mark of Seymour, TN; grandchildren, Colson, Chloe, and Colin Seeber; Andrew, Emily, Ashlyn, Kobe, and Alyssa Williford; first great granddaughter due in August; two sisters, Gail Copeland and Linda Miller of Andersonville, TN.
The family received friends from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home. Gary’s celebration of life service followed and was officiated by Pastor Justin Pratt and brother-in-law Jerry Copeland. His graveside service will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Norris Memorial Garden.
Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
Franklin Delano Lowe
April 5, 2024
Franklin Delano Lowe, 86, of Lake City, Tennessee, passed away on April 5, 2024, at UT Hospice. He was born on May 27, 1937, in Tennessee to Ben and Tressa Lowe.
Frank ran his own business as a meat cutter for many years, in which he enjoyed making German sausage. Frank also enjoyed golf, Thursday night Bible study group, and gardening.
He was of the Baptist faith and was ordained at Blowing Springs Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Tressa Lowe; sisters, Caralee Lowe, Phyllis Jean Lowe, and Pauline Johnson; brother, Carlis Lowe, and Nola & Lola Matchett.
He is survived by wife Judith Kay Lowe of Lake City, daughters, Robin and Kent Barber of Lake City, Kelly and Kevin Muneio of Richmon, Michgan; sisters, Barbara Seferian and Chuck of Jacksboro, TN, and Ruth Lowe of Tuson, AZ; grandchildren, Marisa and Jeremy, Jordan & Masako, Noah, Samuel, Jonah, Abigail, Dayna, Brandon, and Jacob; great grandchildren, Bradley, Jack, Hank, and Samantha; and fur baby, Lulu.
Visitation was held from 5-7 p.m., April 8, 2024, at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel, and from 4-6 p.m. April 9, 2024, at Main Street Baptist Church in Lake City.
The funeral was held from 4-6 p.m. on April 9, 2024, at Main Street Baptist Church in Lake City. Interment was held at 10 a.m., April 10, 2024, at Lowe Cemetery in Caryville (Twin Cove) with Campbell County Honor Guard presenting military honors.
Etta Daugherty
April 3, 2024
Etta Daugherty, 94, of Heiskell passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Methodist Medical Center.
Etta was born Aug. 6, 1929, in Sevier County, Tennessee, to Lawrence and Lillie McGill.
Throughout her life, she loved quilting, canning, going to church, and going to flea markets, yard sales, and auctions.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Leslie Daugherty; sister, Bulla Vickery; two grandchildren; and brothers, Conley and Bill McGill.
She is survived by her daughters, Jeanette Sexton and husband Boyd of Heiskell, Bobbie McKamey of Clinton, and Alma Gardner and husband Edward of Oliver Springs; sons Leslie Daugherty and wife Patricia of Clinton and Don Daugherty and wife Alice; seven grandchildren; sister, Maudie K. Robinson of Lincoln Park, MI; brothers, James “Doc” McGill of Clinton and Clyde McGill of Lincoln Park, MI; several great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
The family received friends 5-7 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home.
The funeral followed in the chapel with Pastor Blake Miller officiating. Her graveside service was held at 11 a.m., Tuesday at Anderson Memorial Garden.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.
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Jennevive Mikayla Haynes
April 1, 2024
Jennevive Mikayla Haynes, 16, of Powell, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. Jennevive was a sophomore at Clinton High School, was very smart with a bright future and was a friend to all that knew her.
Born in Sevierville, Tennessee on Feb. 24, 2008 she was the daughter of Joseph Haynes and Silvia Clifton and husband Joseph.
Jennevive was preceded in death by grandparents, Stephen Haynes, Fernando Miranda and Inez Cruz.
Jennevive is survived by her mother and step-father, Silvia Miranda Clifton and husband Joseph; father, Joseph Haynes; grandmother, Virginia Haynes; brothers, Joseph and Joshua Haynes; sisters, Leilani Rivera, Samantha Rivera and Andi Haynes, and many other relatives and friends.
Jennevive’s family will receive her friends on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 1 p.m. until time of her memorial service at 3 p.m. in the Jones Mortuary Chapel in Clinton, Tennessee.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton, Tennessee is serving the family of Jennevive Mikayla Haynes.
Billy Robert Taylor
March 31, 2024
Billy Robert Taylor, 93, of Clinton, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Billy was born on April 5, 1930, in Clinton, Tennessee. He was the son of the late John and Ethel Taylor.
Billy is preceded in death by his parents John and Ethel Taylor, brothers, John W. Taylor Jr., Rev. Andrew J. Taylor, and Carl J. Taylor. Sisters, Viola Hansard, Katherine Braden, Alma Jane Hilshorst and Alice Taylor.
He is survived by his niece and caregiver Sandra Hilshorst, nephew Lewis Braden and wife Carol and a host of loving nieces and nephews along with many friends and family.
Billy retired from the Clinton Courier where he worked for 43 years. He was a member of Hinds Creek Baptist Church in Clinton where he was an excellent pianist and vocalist. His favorite song was “The Lighthouse”. He loved reading and watching sports, especially the Lady Vols and enjoyed hunting arrow heads.
The Taylor family will receive friends on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 5 – 7 pm in the chapel of Jones Mortuary. The funeral service will follow at 7:00pm with Rev. Scott Jones officiating. Graveside services will be held on Sunday April 7, 2024, at 2 pm at Jarnigan Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton, Tn. is serving the family of Billy Taylor.
