John Perry Bruce
May 29, 2025
John Perry Bruce, age 93, of Delano, Tennessee, passed away on May 29, 2025, at Bradley Medical Center in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Mr. Bruce was born on February 12, 1932, in White Oak, Georgia, son of the late John Sampler Bruce Jr. and Latisha (Littlefield) Bruce.
John served his country in the United States Army and then worked as an Insurance Salesman.
He is...
David Welch Rollins
Jun 11, 2025
David Welch Rollins, age 83, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Decedent's Home.
David was born on Tuesday, October 21st, 1941, in Charleston, WV, son of Donald Charles Rollins and Jane Elizabeth Rollins.
He is survived by children, Donald Rollins (Kristen Arnold) and Elizabeth Austen (Darrel Brock); grandchildren, Madison Cubello (Michael), Bryr Austen, Michel Brock, Zachary Rollins,...
Joy Sue (Howard) Rose
Jun 6, 2025
Joy Sue (Howard) Rose, age 90, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at her home.
Mrs. Rose was born on June 16, 1934, in Crab Orchard, Tennessee, daughter of the late Clyde Marvin Howard and Ina Eurica (Ellis) Howard.
Joy was a devoted & loving housewife, mother and a faithful member of the First Christian Church of Crossville...
Robert D. Pluff
Jun 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Pluff, who left this world peacefully on June 4, 2025. At the age of 82, he succumbed to complications from cancer. Bob was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, whose warmth, kindness, and humor touched everyone he met.
He was born on August 25, 1942, in...
Peggy Ann Sugden
May 31, 2025
Peggy Ann Sudgen of Crossville, TN passed away on May 31, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on December 3, 1946, in North Tonawanda, NY, Peggy lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to her family, friends, and the church community of St. Alphonsus, which she cherished.
Peggy was preceded in death by her loving parents, Ralph Walter...
Michael Lee Johnson, Sr.
May 30, 2025
Michael Lee Johnson, age 66, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at his home.
Mr. Johnson was born on September 1, 1958, in Norfolk, VA, son of George Leon Johnson Sr. and Martha Moody.
He served in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his wife, Lesa Johnson; sons, Michael (Madeleine) Johnson and Adam (Kellie) Johnson; daughter, Aleshia...
Wilma Jean Scott
May 29, 2025
Wilma Jean Scott, age 91, of Crossville, TN, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Society – Fairfield Glade on May 29, 2025.
Mrs. Scott was born on December 8, 1933, in White County, TN, daughter of the
late Atlee Neal “A.N.” Brooks and Era Gladys (Shelton) Brooks.
Wilma Jean was a lifelong resident of Cumberland County and worked the switchboard at Cumberland Medical...
Samuel Wade Evans
May 26, 2025
Samuel Wade Evans, age 39, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 26, 2025.
Mr. Evans was born on December 27, 1985, in Crossville, TN, son of the late Samuel Evans and Melissa (Cross) Evans.
Samuel worked in maintenance at Aviagen.
He is survived by his children, Kayleigh Evans and Karson Evans; sister, Della (C.J.) Pyle; grandmother, Lois Cross; aunts, Michelle Cross and...
Earl "Tommy" Thomas Pelfrey, Sr.
May 26, 2025
Funeral Service for Earl “Tommy” Thomas Pelfrey, Sr., age 80, of Crossville, Tennessee, who passed away on May 26, 2025, will be held at Buck Creek Ranch on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM prior to the service. Burial will be held at Crossville City Cemetery on Saturday, May 31,...
Natalie Earla Marie Munsinger
May 26, 2025
Natalie Munsinger, age 31, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Ms. Munsinger was born on September 19, 1993, in Houston, TX, daughter of Bruce Wayne Munsinger and Diana (Trammel) Munsinger.
Natalie was a homemaker.
She is survived by her daughter, Courtlynn Simmons; sons, Kayden Simmons and Jaxson Simmons; mother, Diana Munsinger; grandmother, Earla Trammel; several...
Randy Keith Beatty
May 26, 2025
Randy Keith Beatty, age 62, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on May 26, 2025.
Mr. Beatty was born on December 28, 1962, in Northridge, CA, son of the late Eugene “Pat” Beatty and Glee Ilene (Dean) Beatty.
Randy worked many years at the Rec Hall in Lake Tansi.
He is survived by his sister, Tina (Chuck) Burgess and Marsha "Gail"...
Ronald Joseph Deplacito
May 23, 2025
Ronald Joseph Deplacito, age 74, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on May 23, 2025 at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mr. Deplacito was born on July 29,1950, in Warren, Ohio, son of the late Nicholas Deplacito and Veronica Deplacito.
Ronald served his country in the United States Army as a career soldier.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife,...
Eliese R. Vaden
May 22, 2025
Eliese R. Vaden, age 89, of Monterey, Tennessee, passed away at her home on May 22, 2025.
Mrs. Vaden was born on July 23, 1935, in Wilder, Tennessee, daughter of the late Virgil Randolph and Bertha (Allred) Randolph.
Eliese was a supervisor at a clothing factory and a member of Monterey First Baptist Church for 68 years.
She is survived by her daughter...
Maxine "Mickey" Louise Kappler
May 18, 2025
Maxine "Mickey" Louise Kappler, age 88, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society.
Mickey, born on January 12, 1937, in Red Wing, MN, was the daughter of Melvin Eugene Everett "Gucca" Bennett and Rosella Alvina (Hines) Bennett, wife of Robert (Bob) Kappler, mother, aunt, grandmother, singer, great cook, and volunteer. Mickey and Bob lived...
Alecia Gale Dille
May 17, 2025
Alecia Gale Dille, age 74, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on May 17, 2025.
Mrs. Dille was born on April 11, 1951, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late James Edward Dunaway and Pearl Dove (Monk) Dunaway.
Alecia worked for many years in the hospitality industry and served as General Manager of Holiday Inn Express from 1987 until her...
Evelyn "Anita" Kemmer
May 13, 2025
Evelyn "Anita" Kemmer, age 60, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 13, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
Ms. Kemmer was born on December 20, 1964, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late Gilbert Sells and Doris Sells.
Anita was a devoted home health CNA who poured compassion into caring for others. She had a deep and abiding love for her...
Paul Michael Hill
May 9, 2025
Paul Michael Hill, age 29, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 9, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mr. Hill was born on July 30, 1995, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, son of Jeffery Hill and Laura Hill.
Paul loved sports. He played football and basketball for CCHS.
He is survived by his parents, as well as his siblings, Jacqueline Jones, Brenda Hill, Mary...
Phillip Randall Billington
May 9, 2025
Phillip Randall Billington, age 97, of Crossville, TN, passed away on, May 9, 2025. He was born on, January 19, 1928, in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, son of the late Elmer Laverne Billington and Ardith Verena (Bridges) Billington.
Phillip was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and beloved friend to many.
Phillip served his country in the United States Air Force during...
Norman Reiss, M.D.
May 7, 2025
Norman Reiss, M.D., born on March 12, 1927, passed away on May 7, 2025 at the age of 98. He was a resident at Good Samaritan Fairfield Glade in Crossville, TN. An obstetrician and gynecologist, World War II veteran and much more, he will be sorely missed by family and friends.
As a teenager, Norman studied the bass fiddle. He played...
