Obituaries

Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas

Chassity Dominique Wright

Chassity Dominique Wright

Jan 29, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chassity D. Wright. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who left this world on January 29th, 2025, at the age of 37 years old. Chassity will be forever missed by all who knew her. 

Chassity was born on October 10th, 1987, in Knoxville, TN to William Wright and Angela...

Cordell Delano Johnson

Cordell Delano Johnson

Jan 29, 2025

Cordell Johnson, 78, passed away peacefully at home on January 29 surrounded by family after a long valiant battle with multiple serious illnesses. He was completely dedicated to the love of his life, Sherry Johnson. They were inseparable and she was a devoted wife and caretaker. Cordell was a proud husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend who never...

Cleeda May Hinds

Cleeda May Hinds

Jan 24, 2025

Mrs. Cleeda May Hinds, age 97, a resident of the Glen Alice Community of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born May 12, 1927, in Rockwood, Tennessee. While living in the Glen Alice Community she graduated from High School, married, and worked as a Teller at First National Bank and Trust, now Regions Bank, and retired...

Bryan Marcell "Scoot" Fearn

Bryan Marcell "Scoot" Fearn

Jan 24, 2025

Bryan Marcell “Scoot” Fearn of Rockwood, TN passed on Friday, January 24 at Oak Ridge Methodist hospital.

Bryan was 1989 graduate of Rockwood High School, and then attended Roane State community college before he heading to Middle Tennessee State University. At MTSU, he became a member of Phi Beta Sigma, Incorporate, where he was a dedicated member. After receiving his bachelor...

Earl Franklin "Frank" Evans

Earl Franklin "Frank" Evans

Jan 23, 2025

Earl Franklin "Frank" Evans, age 96 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 23, 2025, just a few hours before his 97th birthday. He was born on January 24, 1928, in Rockwood. He was a member of North Rockwood Baptist Church and the "McDonald's Breakfast Club" with all of his buddies. Frank was a lifetime...

Connie Lynn Riddle

Connie Lynn Riddle

Jan 22, 2025

Connie Lynn Riddle, age 68 of Rockwood, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 22, 1956, in Rockwood. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a former employee of Kroger in Harriman, where she worked for over 10 years. She is survived by:

Daughter: Layla Anderson (Preston)

Son: Jamie Riddle (Ashley)

5 Grandchildren: Darian,...

Bryan Eugene Ogle

Bryan Eugene Ogle

Jan 21, 2025

Mr. Bryan Eugene Ogle, age 58 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was born on May 7th, 1966. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he always enjoyed his time trout fishing in Tellico Plains. 

He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Jessie & Bob Hamill, Roberta & Wesley Ogle.

 He is survived by:

Mother: Sheryl Stooksbury-Ogle

Father:...

Sue Sutton

Sue Sutton

Jan 21, 2025

Sue Sutton, age 83 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. She was a member of Clymersville Baptist Church in Rockwood. She was an avid reader, shopper, and gardener. But most of all, she loved her family. She was preceded in death by her parents: Stanley Kelley Sr & Pearl (Riddle) Kelley; brother: Stanley Kelley Jr; sister: Joann...

George "Ellis" Shacklett, Jr.

George "Ellis" Shacklett, Jr.

Jan 21, 2025

George “Ellis” Shacklett, Jr., a resident of Knoxville, Tennessee died unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at his home. He was born October 30, 1954, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Ellis worked in the communication industry for many years as well as other businesses. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Tennessee. He was an avid sports fan, especially following...

David Lee Meiste

David Lee Meiste

Jan 18, 2025

Mr. David Lee Meiste, age 84, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Roane Medical Center, Harriman, Tennessee. He was born August 30, 1940, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Mr. Meiste was a member of the First Baptist Church in Rockwood, where he actively served in many capacities including singing in the Choir, being a member...

Arland Wayne Whitlock

Arland Wayne Whitlock

Jan 16, 2025

Mr. Arland Wayne Whitlock, age 83, of Lenoir City, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 16th, 2025. 

 He is survived by his wife of 6 years, Debra Whitlock; son Steve Whitlock (Bingshang); daughters Beth Eno, Dorothy Rader (Jamie), and Dawn Taylor (John); grandchildren Dani Randall (Jordan), Alex, Kyle, and Luke Whitlock. Benjamin and Aubrey Taylor; and brother Eugene Whitlock (Anita).

 Preceded in...

Flo Bowman

Flo Bowman

Jan 15, 2025

Flo Bowman, age 74 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. She was born on December 27, 1950, in North Carolina. After marrying her late husband, Steve, Flo began to work at the Rockwood Hardware Store. She then went on to work as a...

Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.)

Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.)

Jan 14, 2025

Mr. Walter Leland Morris (MSGT, U.S. Army, Ret.) age 89, a resident of the Millstone Mountain Community of Rockwood, TN passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the Cumberland Medical Center, Crossville, Tennessee. He was born July 15, 1935, in Millstone in Cumberland County, Tennessee. During his early years, he spent much time working around the house and in the...

Florence "Beth" Varner

Florence "Beth" Varner

Jan 14, 2025

Florence Elizabeth "Beth" Varner, age 54 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at her home in Rockwood, TN. She was born on November 12, 1970, in El Paso, TX. Beth was a graduate of Rock Hill High School in South Carolina. She worked in the nursing field. She is survived by:

Daughter: Emily Williams

Parents: Dan & Pat Varner

and...

Timothy Shane "Bit" Slaven

Timothy Shane "Bit" Slaven

Jan 12, 2025

Mr. Timothy "Bit" Shane Slaven, age 43, passed away on Sunday, January 12,2025. He was born on May 8, 1981 in Crossville, TN to Jerry and Linda Slaven. Tim was the "wild" child among the brothers and he would light up the room without having to say anything at all. He loved anything he could race, from cars at the...

Darryll Scott Mclees

Darryll Scott Mclees

Jan 12, 2025

Mr. Darryll Scott Mclees, age 63 of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away on January 12th, 2025, at his home. Darryll was a veteran of the Unites States Navy. He was an electrician by trade once he got out of the military. He was an avid Tennessee Vols fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing. One of his most enjoyable things to do...

Jane "Judy" Ellen Jolley

Jane "Judy" Ellen Jolley

Jan 12, 2025

Ms. Jane “Judy” Ellen Jolley went home to be with the Lord Sunday, January 12, 2025. She was born August 27, 1939, in Rockwood, Tennessee. She was of the Church of Christ faith. She was preceded in death by; Parents: Melvin and Madge Wicks; Sons: W.K. Jolley Jr. and Thoams Hill Jolley; and Brother: Don “Duck” Wicks.

 

She is survived by:

 

Son:...

Imogene "Jean" Fay Bullington

Imogene "Jean" Fay Bullington

Jan 11, 2025

Imogene Fay “Jean” Bullington, of Harriman, Tennessee, known affectionately as “Mam” by her family, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and most recently, a great-great-grandmother, during her 94 years on earth. She passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025.

Born on October 15, 1930, in Rockwood, TN to Raymond & Lona Raulston, she was the oldest of seven children: Maxine,...

Rickey Eugene Loden

Rickey Eugene Loden

Jan 10, 2025

Mr. Rickey Eugene Loden, age 67 of the Daysville community of Rockwood, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born on August 19, 1957. Rickey was of the Baptist Faith. He was a former employee of Roane Electric Furnace. He is preceded in death by his parents: Bud & Joyce Loden; brother: Larry Dean Loden; nephew: Cody Fox;...

Nathan L Kilgo Sr

Nathan L Kilgo Sr

Jan 8, 2025

Nathan LaVern Kilgo, Sr., of Harriman, TN. passed away in his home on 01/08/25. Nathan Kilgo was married to the late Janet (Moore) Kilgo for 40 years. He was a Vietnam veteran and a part of the Local VFW. He was a custodial for Harriman City schools and a jack of all trades. He is survived by his son, Nathan...