Obituaries
Rockwood, Tennessee Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Rockwood, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas
Earl C. Davidson
Oct 26, 2024
Earl C. Davidson, age 90, of Rockwood, TN, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, October 26, 2024. He was born in the Cardiff Community of Rockwood on June 6, 1934.
Earl loved God, his family, and his church family very much. He was a member of the Glen Alice Christian Church. His motto was Work Hard, Play Hard. He loved...
Wayne Nelson
Oct 24, 2024
Mr. Wayne "Gag" Nelson, age 87 of Rockwood, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the Roane Medical Center in Harriman surrounded by family. He was born on January 21, 1937. He is preceded in death by his wife: Betty Nelson; parents: Clarence Nelson & Nelle Lee Treadway Nelson; siblings: Clarence Howard "Bugs" Nelson...
Ralph "Butch" Billings
Oct 22, 2024
Mr. Ralph "Butch" Billings, age 86 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the Roane Medical Center in Harriman. He was born on April 20, 1938, in Virginia. Ralph was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was of the Baptist faith and attended First Baptist Church in Rockwood. Ralph retired after many years of service with the state...
Kenneth Anderson Coleman
Oct 21, 2024
Kenneth “Bones” Anderson Coleman, age 69, of Rockwood, TN passed away on October 21, 2024. He worked at Oak Grove Cemetery for many years as a grave digger. Kenneth lived up to his nickname “Bones” for always being tall and skinny. He enjoyed spending time fishing and was a good friend to all.
He is preceded by his father, Arnald Coleman;...
Margaret Louise Crabtree Brogdon
Oct 20, 2024
Mrs. Margaret Louise Crabtree Brogdon went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Roane Medical Center in Harriman. She was born on March 21, 1930. Margaret retired after working at Burlington Industries for many years. She was also a longtime member of Asbury Methodist Church in Rockwood. She is preceded in death by her...
Alice Faye Ezell
Oct 17, 2024
Mrs. Alice Faye “Nanny” Ezell, age 79, a resident of Harriman, Tennessee passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Diversicare, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. She was born December 27, 1944, in Harriman, Tennessee. Alice Faye was dearly loved by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby McGoldrick; step-father, Garlin McGoldrick; ex-husband, Vernon Ezell;...
Vivian Kaye Clowers Hufham
Oct 16, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Vivian Kaye Hufham, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away on October 16, 2024, at the age of 65.
She was preceded in death by Jerry Dean Clowers, Willis Clowers, Illene King, Bonnie Wynne, Rhonda Clowers, Gail Lowe and Martha Clowers.
She is survived by her children...
Curtis Eugene Bunch
Oct 15, 2024
Curtis Eugene Bunch, born July 21, 1956, in Roane County, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 15, 2024. He is preceded in death by his son Daniel, father Eugene Bunch, and grandparents Roy and Sallie Bunch and Charlie and Estie Woods.
Curtis leaves behind Shelia, his beloved wife, his mother Charlene Bunch Hall, children and spouses;...
Connie Faye (Kindred) Vance
Oct 12, 2024
Mrs. Connie Faye (Kindred) Vance, age 73 a resident of the Westel Community of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at home surrounded by her family after battling Alzheimer’s for so many years. She was born November 29, 1950, in Rockwood, Tennessee. Connie loved the Lord and her family. She was one of the most selfless people and...
Otis Ray Henry
Oct 9, 2024
Mr. Otis Ray Henry, age 62, of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born on October 11, 1961 to Jessie Epps Henry and Glendith Jewell Carter Henry in Rockwood, TN. He held several jobs over the years such as, PA Industries, several machine shops, and ended up at Bowater...
Derrick Paul Eaton
Oct 8, 2024
Derrick Paul Eaton, age 39 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the UT Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born on June 7, 1985, in Crossville, TN. Derrick was a loving father to Caleb. Family was always important to him and there was nothing he loved more than being with his son. He was also an...
Mertie Elizabeth Givens
Oct 8, 2024
Mrs. Mertie Elizabeth Givens, age 89 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2024. She was born on September 9, 1935. Mertie retired from Burlington Industries after working there for over 53 years. She loved her family, music and dancing. In the later part of her life, she took very good care of her baby dolls. She had many...
Mike "Wings" Herron
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. David Mike "Wings" Herron, age 76 of Spring City, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. Mike was born on October 27, 1947. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in the Vietnam War. Mike was a purple heart recipient and was a part of the 1st Air Cavalry....
Margaret Louise "Bill" Fritts
Oct 5, 2024
Mrs. Margaret Louise “Bill” Fritts, age 99, a resident of Kingston, Tennessee and former lifelong resident of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Renaissance Terrace in Harriman, Tennessee. She was born October 3, 1925, in Rockwood, Tennessee. She was a Charter Member of the Clymersville Baptist Church and was a retired Knitter with Burlington Industries in...
Danielle Collins Sedman
Oct 1, 2024
Danielle Collins Sedman, age 30 of Rockwood, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was born on July 28, 1994. Danielle was a loving mother, wife, daughter, and friend. She was truly kindhearted and a wonderful person. She enjoyed binge watching her favorite shows, especially the 911 series. She is preceded in death by her father: Fred Melvin Collins...
Shelia Ruth Sanders
Oct 1, 2024
Mrs. Shelia Ruth Sanders, age 71, of Rockwood, TN passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Roane Medical Center. She was born on January 7, 1953 to Theophlus Dyer and Charlene Wester Dyer in Rockwood, TN. Shelia attended Brickyard Springs Church and was a member of the Brickyard Springs Church Community Outreach program. Mrs. Sanders was a former Boarder...
James Anthony Greene
Sep 29, 2024
Mr. James Anthony Greene, age 34, of Rockwood, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, at his home. He was born on April 20th, 1990, in Toms River, New Jersey. James enjoyed watching marvel movies and spending time with Amber his fiancée. He worked at burger king and was loved for his great sense of humor. He is preceded...
Robert "Bobby" McCullough
Sep 27, 2024
Robert "Bobby" McCullough, a vibrant spirit known for his big heart and infectious laughter, passed away on September 27, 2024 in Rockwood, Tennessee, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He entered this world on December 10, 1970, filling the lives of those around him with joy and warmth that will be remembered forever.
Bobby was a beloved foreman and supervisor at...
Douglas Lynn "Doug" Cofer
Sep 25, 2024
Mr. Douglas Lynn “Doug” Cofer, age 63, a resident of Harriman, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He was born December 30, 1960, in Harriman, Tennessee. Doug was a Carpenter at the U.S. Department of Energy Y-12 Facility and was a member of the Carpenters Union Local # 50 in Oak...
Eugene Summerall
Sep 18, 2024
Mr. Eugene Summerall, age 94, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 18, 2024. He was born June 7, 1930, in Mississippi, he later moved to Rockwood where he resided. Gene loved stock car racing. He attended Speights Chapel of Rockwood, Tennessee.
Mr. Eugene Summerall leaves behind many loved ones, family members, and friends.
The family will be having a...