James Dwight VanHuss
February 22, 2024
James Dwight VanHuss, 51 of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, following a period of declining health.
Born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on Sept. 21, 1972, he was the son of the late Edith VanHuss.
He is survived by his brother Mark VanHuss and his wife Melissa of Clinton, Tennessee, and a nephew, Cody VanHuss, also of Clinton.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton is serving the family of James Dwight VanHuss.
June Sharp Gibson
February 22, 2024
June Sharp Gibson, 77, passed away peacefully on the morning of Feb. 12, 2024, in her hometown of Lake City, Tennessee, after bravely battling an extended illness. She was born on Sep. 27, 1946, to J.N. Sharp Jr and Louise Sharp.
A proud alumna of the University of Tennessee, June was an active member of the Delta Zeta sorority. She had an unwavering passion for UT Volunteer football, holding season tickets and attending as many bowl games as possible over the years.
Following her college years, June embarked on a distinguished 40-plus-year career with the state of Tennessee, serving diligently until her retirement from the Office of Employment Security in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
She was a member of the Democratic Party, advocating for causes she believed in.
She found solace and community at First Baptist Church of Lake City, where she was a lifetime member.
Preceded in death by her parents and her beloved daughter, Tara Gibson, June is survived by her twin sister, Jane Sharp Noe, and husband Richard; sister Joan Sharp Hill; brother Jim Sharp and wife Marlene; sister Connie Sharp Elliott; and grandson, Hayden Hatfield, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
The family received friends at the Leach Family Funeral Home and Cremation on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 from 10-11 a.m., with the funeral following at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Christopher Enix officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to First Baptist Church of Lake City, reflecting June’s compassionate spirit and commitment to helping others.
Thomas L. Dagley
February 22, 2024
Thomas L. Dagley, 95, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024.
Tom was born Jan. 3, 1929, to Everett and Pearl Dagley in Clinton, Tennessee.
Tom worked for several years as a local barber, and retired from the Clinton City School System. His favorite pastime was taking long walks with his furry companion, Fletch.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Elmer Dagley; brothers and sisters-in-law, DL and Louise Dagley, Carvel and Willa Dean Dagley; sister, Mary Lynn (Patsy) Wilson; nephew, James Dagley; and niece, Diane Long.
He leaves behind nephews and nieces, Robert (Charlotte) Dagley, Earl (Margaret) Dagley, Carolyn (David) McClure, David (Teresa) Wilson, Gail (Kenny) Cook, Lisa (Denny) Kirkland; and several great nieces and nephews. Tom also leaves behind his bonus family, Dan and Jackie Freels, and their daughters, Heather and Haley.
Family and friends gathered at Black Oak Baptist Church in Clinton, Tennessee, on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. where Tom was laid to rest.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Thomas L. Dagley.
Gwenda “Gwen” Daun Bumgardner
February 21, 2024
Gwenda “Gwen” Daun Bumgardner went to be with the Lord, surrounded by family, on Feb. 15, 2024, after bravely battling a chronic illness.
Gwen, born to H. Dale and Dorthea Sheets in Morgantown, West Virginia, on Oct. 17, 1946, earned a bachelor of arts degree while being a working mom. She was known for her kindness as she dedicated her career as a social worker, specializing in Lewy body dementia care.
Married to Gary Bumgardner for 20 years until his passing, she was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and aunt, who treasured her faith, family, and adventures in travel.
Gwen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Bumgardner; parents, H. Dale and Dorthea Sheets; sister, Bette Bates; aunt and uncle, Wanda and Woody Yokum.
She is survived by her brother-in-law, Charlie Bates; sons, Mark (Jenny) Books, and Jon (Vicky) Books; stepdaughters, Suzanne (Brandon) Carson, and Christin Bumgardner; grandchildren Colt and Carreau Carson, Erik, and Ellie Books; as well as nieces and nephews, Debra Davis, Chip Bates, Dale (Missy) Bates, and Doug Bates (Gene Vuyovich); great-nieces and nephews, Adam (Amy) Davis, Ashley (Heath) Chambers, Sarah (Travis) Swann, Amber Bates, Madison (Reece) Watkins, and Nick Bates; great-great-nieces and nephews, Asher and Adleigh Davis, Sawyer, Sullivan, Thea, and Drew Chambers, Oliver and Sophia Swann, and Elsie Watkins; cousin, Sherri (Harry) Elliott.
Gwen’s legacy of compassion and her warm smile will be cherished by all whose lives she touched.
Special thanks to Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice of Newport; Rebecca Hurt; and Cynthia and John Brady for their love and care.
Services will be held at Pleasant View Baptist Church, 292 Pleasant View Loop, Clinton, TN 37716, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, followed by the burial of her ashes.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to ALPS adult day services in Morristown, TN, as they care for participants who are memory impaired and those with special needs.
Arrangements by Stetzer-Bales Funeral Home, Morristown, TN.
W.D. Sanders
February 14, 2024
W.D. Sanders, 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024, at his home in Clinton, Tennessee.
Christianity is the foundation on which W.D. built his life. W.D. was born in Carthage, Tennessee, to Thomas and Lovie Sanders in 1943. The youngest of four children, W.D. graduated from Clinton High School in 1961 before going on to the University of Tennessee, where he achieved a bachelor’s degree in science and education. In 1962, he married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Norman, and together they embarked on a lifetime of beautiful memories that will be cherished by all those who love him.
W.D. worked as a pharmaceutical representative for Novartis until his retirement in 2001. After retirement, W.D. and Phyllis moved to Baneberry golf course. W.D. loved to play golf, and he played every chance he got. In 2021, W.D. and Phyllis moved back home to Clinton to be closer to their family and friends. W.D. and Phyllis attended Second Baptist Church.
W.D. is survived by his wife of 61 years, Phyllis; daughters, Melanie Sanders Cook, Treva Sanders Webster (Rick) as W.D. would say best son in law ever; grandsons, Jackson and Silas Webster; sisters, Peggy Jackson, Sue Hunt; and brother, Thomas Sanders.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, Tennessee, with a funeral to follow at 7 p.m. Dr. Michael Thompson will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating to Tunnels to Towers (t2t.org/donate/ or St. Jude Children’s Hospital (stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html)
The staff at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is honored to serve the family and friends of W.D Sanders.
Judy Altum Emert
February 14, 2024
Judy Altum Emert, 80, entered Glory on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 at her home surrounded by her daughters and beloved husband of 62 years.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents, James Owen Altum (Jack) and Eunice Hux Altum (Patsy), and granddaughter Taylor Bernice Clark.
Judy is survived by her husband, Clyde E. “Eddie” Emert; children, Tammy Clark (Dwayne), Donna Colwell, Ginger Fisher (John), Bryan Emert (Lisa); grandchildren, Channing Miller (Gabriel), Macy Fisher (Cole), Ellise Fisher, Adam Clark (Timeka and Zachary Clark, Cody Emert; and several great-grandchildren.
Judy is at peace now, surrounded by angels and her Savior Jesus Christ. We are sure she is trying to find a way to help the residents of heaven. She is free from all her earthly worries and stressors.
Services are private and will not be announced.
Jones Mortuary of Clinton, Tennessee, is serving the family of Judy Altum Emert.
Blaine Garrett DeWalt
February 14, 2024
Blaine Garrett DeWalt, 31, of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, at his home.
He dearly loved his mom, children and his kitty. Mom will really miss his smile. Blaine liked to play pool and golf. He was a nature guy and loved walking in parks, and also enjoyed climbing and jumping off cliffs.
He had the biggest heart of anyone that you would ever meet.
Blaine was preceded in death by his father Kenneth DeWalt, and grandfather Jerry Johnson.
He is survived by his mother Tina Rogers and husband Robert of Monroe, N.C.; daughters, Madelyn DeWalt and Blakely DeWalt both of Oliver Springs, TN; Grandmothers, Shirley Campbell of Clinton, TN and Elizabeth Johnson of Clinton, TN; sister Gabrielle White and husband Michael of Clinton, TN; nephews, Brogan White, and Daxeyn White; niece Kailor White; Aunt Joyce Rittenberry of Clinton, TN; also his inseparable best friend Weston Miller of Lafollette, TN.
A visitation for Blaine was held Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary from 11 a.m. until noon. His graveside service followed the visitation at Anderson Memorial Gardens in Clinton.
Jones Mortuary in Clinton is honored to serve the family of Blaine Garrett DeWalt.
Roger Leon Childs
February 14, 2024
Roger Leon Childs, 77, of Clinton, Tennessee, entered eternal rest on Feb. 5, 2024, with his loving family nearby.
Roger will be remembered as a loving husband, father, provider, and friend.
He never met a stranger and was always willing to help. No matter what the issue, you could always count on Roger. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, hunting, camping, and riding four-wheelers and dirt bikes. However, Roger always dreamed of flying. He obtained his pilot’s license in 1994, and enjoyed flying every chance he got. Roger was proficient in using ham radios.
Roger was a jack of all trades; he worked at White Stores, Jim Robin’s Seat Belt, Modine, K-25 and Y12, and drove a truck for a short time.
He graduated from Clinton High School in 1965 and served in the National Guard from 1965 to 1971. On Aug. 23, 1969, Roger married his soul mate, Dianna Sue Walden, and together they spent 54 beautiful years together. They raised two children, Skeeter and William (Skip).
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert and Sybil (Bower) Childs; brother, Marvin Childs. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Dianna Sue; daughter, Skeeter Lynn (Chris) Combs; son, William Hubert ‘Skip’ (Toska) Childs; grandchildren, Marisa Renee Northrop (Jason), Megan Nicole Childs, Miranda Grace Childs, Holly Noel Combs, MaryAnna Elizabeth Combs, and James Riley Combs; brother Charles (Cheryl) Childs; and sister-in-law, Betty Childs; several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
The family wishes to thank all of the staff at UT Hospice and Summit View of Rocky Top for their love and care.
The family received friends on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. The funeral followed at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home, with Pastor Randy Norton officiating.
Family and friends met at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, to go in funeral procession to Oak Ridge Memorial Park for a 1 p.m. interment.
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