Obituaries
Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas
Virginia "Jim" Inman Wampler
Jun 26, 2026
Mrs. Virginia “Jim” Inman Wampler, age 81, a resident of Cisco, Georgia, formerly of Harriman, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 26, 2026, from her home. She was born April 29, 1945, in South Harriman, Tennessee. “Jim” was a graduate of South Harriman High School and was of the Baptist faith. She was known as...
Bryce Glenn (Bryant) Thurman
Jun 22, 2026
Bryce Glenn (Bryant) Thurman, age 18 of Rockwood, passed away on Monday, June 22nd, 2026. He was born on March 17th, 2008. Bryce was an amazing son. He was the best brother and there is nothing he enjoyed more in his life than being with his siblings and his closest friends. He loved to swim with them, play video games...
Delores Farr Johnson
Jun 19, 2026
Mrs. Delores Farr Johnson, age 79 of the Midtown community of Harriman, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 19th, 2026. She was born on April 17th, 1947, in Roane County. She was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church in Midtown, where she served for many years. She often took care of vacation bible school...
Roy Dewayne Fox, Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Mr. Roy Dewayne Fox, Sr., age 72, a resident of Wartburg, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the Lifecare Center of Morgan County in Wartburg, Tennessee. He was born July 6, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio. He was a retired Tree Trimmer and U.S. Navy Veteran. Roy enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Barbara Ann Bryant Golliher
Jun 9, 2026
Barbara Ann Bryant Golliher, age 85, passed away Tuesday June 9, 2026, at the Renaissance Terrace in Harriman. Barbara was born on September 7, 1940, in the Cumberland Homesteads near Crossville. She graduated from Roane County High School in 1958. She married Blayne Golliher on September 1, 1958.
Barbara served as secretary at Pine View Elementary School, Kitchen Manager at East/West...
Justin Dewayne Kittrell
Jun 6, 2026
Justin Dewayne Kittrell, age 46, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family after a lengthy illness. He loved gardening and the outdoors. He was of the Baptist faith. Justin was preceded in death by his birth mother: Ronda Cash; twin brother: Joseph "Jody" William Kittrell; maternal grandparents: Warren and Imogene Bishop; paternal grandparents: Douglas and Cora Kittrell; uncles:...
Vanessa Kay Isham
Jun 5, 2026
Ms. Vanessa Kay Isham, age 69, of Rockwood, TN passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Roane Medical Center. She was born on December 19, 1956 to James Isham and Wanda McNeal Isham in Garrett, Indiana. Cremation arrangements have been made and a full will be obituary will be posted at a later date. Evans Mortuary is honored to...
James "Jamie" Bolling
Jun 5, 2026
James “Jamie” Bolling, 64, a longtime resident of Harriman, Tennessee, with many cherished years in the Lake Forrest Estates community passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia. Born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Jamie built a life defined by devotion to his wife of 29 years, his children, his grandchildren, and a wide circle of family and friends...
Nola Whitehead
Jun 4, 2026
Ms. Nola Whitehead, 65 of Kingston went to be with the Lord June 4th,2026 at Parkwest Medical Center with her family by her side.
Proceeded in death by: Parents Lorene & William Whitehead, Brothers Kim and Clarence Whitehead, Sister Mary Foster, Nephew’s Michael Johnson & Demarcus Foster.
Survived by: Children Jessica Whitehead, Brandon(Madison) Whitehead.
Devoted sister Sherrion(Eugene Stokes), Lisa Whitehead(Eric), Katherine Harrison.
Aunt:Peggy Cozart,...
Mildred Geraldine Wallick
Jun 4, 2026
Ms. Mildred Geraldine “Jerry” Wallick, a lifelong resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Parkwest Medical Center, Knoxville, Tennessee. She exemplified a life of service. She was a lifetime member of the First Presbyterian Church in Rockwood where she was considered a Pillar. She served many years as Organist, Pianist and Financial Officer, following in...
Gail G Guinn
Jun 4, 2026
Mrs. Gail G. Guinn, age 70 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. She was born on November 19th, 1955. Gail was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She loved the Lord with all her heart and her faith was extremely important to her. She was a member of Eureka Baptist Church...
Timothy Ray Cook
Jun 3, 2026
Mr. Timothy Ray Cook, age 61 of Oakdale, passed away on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026. He was born on August 15th, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. A full obituary will be posted once arrangements are finalized.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to help with service costs.
Evans Mortuary is serving the family of Mr. Timothy Ray Cook.
Rebecca "Becky" Delk Vaughn
Jun 3, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Delk Vaughn, age 60, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026.
Becky was born October 9, 1965, in Jamestown, Tennessee to the late Lonza and Velma Delk. Becky grew up a “Navy Brat” as she liked to refer to herself. As a young mother she showed that navy brat strength and determination when she overcame a challenging health battle...
Barbara Barnes
Jun 2, 2026
Mrs. Barbara Barnes, age 81, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2026. She was born January 2, 1945, in Memphis, Texas. Mrs. Barnes was a member of the Rockwood Church of Christ and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her cats.
Barbara was known for her warm hospitality, generous spirit, quick wit, and deep love for...
Michael Grigsby Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Michael Grisgsby Smith, born to Ernestine Smith on February 8, 1950, went to meet his Lord and Savior the morning of June 1, 2026, following a heart attack. He was surrounded by his loved ones when he passed at Methodist Medical Center. Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestine Smith, His Grandfather, Oliver "Pap" Smith and his Uncle...
William B. "Bill" Moore
May 30, 2026
Mr. William B. “Bill” Moore, age 85, a resident of Kingston, Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Roane Medical Center, Harriman, Tennessee. He was born October 20, 1940, in Kingston, Tennessee. Mr. Moore was a member of the Braxton Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Kingston, where he served as Usher and on the Kitchen Committee. He was...
Darren Heath Lawson Sr
May 30, 2026
Darren Heath Lawson Sr, age 57 of Rockwood, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Darren was born on August 18, 1968, in Rockwood, TN. He loved collecting knives, telling stories, making jokes but especially loved taking rides through the mountains. Darren worked as a roofer in Roane and surrounding counties for many years....
Connie Sheldon
May 28, 2026
Connie Sheldon, age 77 of Rockwood, passed away on Thursday, May 28th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 6th, 1948. Connie was a loving, fun, hilarious, and family focused woman. Her storytelling ability was unmatched, as she was the best around at it. Her family meant the world to her, but only second after her...
Billy Joe Smith
May 26, 2026
Mr. Billy Joe Smith, age 75, a resident of Harriman, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Roane Medical Center, Harriman, Tennessee. He was born March 6, 1951, at home in Loudon in Roane County, Tennessee. Billy was a member of the Victory Baptist Church in Kingston, Tennessee. He was a retired Painter with U.S. Department of Energy...
Barbara Joyce "Barbie" Rich
May 22, 2026
Barbara Joyce “Barbie” Rich, age 59, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at her home. She was born September 1, 1966, in Rockwood, Tennessee. She was of the Baptist Faith. Barbie loved fishing, boating, motorcycles, and flowers, especially gardenias and hummingbirds. She enjoyed camping and going to the mountains and was an amazing dancer. She...

