Richard Oscar Rau, Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
Richard Oscar Rau, Sr., age 95, of Fairfield Glade, TN, passed away on June 27, 2025.
Mr. Rau was born on May 11, 1930, in Frankenmuth, MI, son of the late Oscar Rau and Evelyn Rau.
Richard retired from General Motors in November of 1988.
He is survived by his sons, Richard Rau, Jr of Crossville and Daniel (Judy) Rau of Spring Lake,...
Penny Elaine Hedgecoth
Jun 22, 2025
Penny Elaine Hedgecoth, age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on June 22, 2025.
Ms. Hedgecoth was born on March 3, 1952, in Crossville, TN, daughter of Freeman Jones and Ollie (Wilson) Jones.
Penny was an LPN.
She is survived by her sons, Sam Hedgecoth and Kevin Hedgecoth.
Penny is preceded in death by both of her parents; and her sister,...
Robert Olen Williford
Jun 19, 2025
Robert Olen Williford, age 55, of Crossville, TN, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in the early hours of the morning at the home he loved on Lake Mohawk in Crossville, TN.
Mr. Williford was born on Thursday, December 25, 1969, in Rockwood, TN, to Jerry Mack Williford and Judy Anne Williford.
Robert loved his family, books, grillin' & smokin',...
Elizabeth Ann York
Jun 19, 2025
Elizabeth Ann York, age 91, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on June 19, 2025.
Mrs. York was born on January 21, 1934, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Mark Sullivan and Betty (Hayes) Sullivan.
Elizabeth was a business owner and a member of Cumberland Homesteads Baptist Church.
She is survived by her children, Jerry York (Brenda), Robert York (Linda),...
Rev. Ronald Paul Patterson
Jun 17, 2025
The Rev. Ronald Paul Patterson, age 83, of Fairfield Glade, TN, passed away at Cumberland House on June 17, 2025.
Rev. Patterson (Ron) was born on December 4, 1941 in Ashland, OH, son of the late Donald and Mildred (Niswender) Patterson.
Following his studies at United Theological Seminary and Syracuse University Ron spent his career in Christian publishing: The Upper Room, Word...
Tom Randy Davidson, Sr.
Jun 16, 2025
Tom Randy Davidson, age 89, of Crab Orchard, TN, passed away at his home on June 16, 2025.
Mr. Davidson was born on October 23, 1935, in Morgan County, TN, son of the late Jessie J Davidson and Lenis (Hall) Davidson.
Tom worked in Construction.
He is survived by wife, Joann Apple; sons, Tom R. Davidson, Jr. and Samuel J. Davidson; daughters, Diane...
Josie Kathryn Cearley
Jun 15, 2025
Our precious daughter, Josie Kathryn Cearley, was born sleeping on Sunday June 15, 2025 at Cumberland Medical Center. She weighed 5 lbs 7oz . and was 18 ¾” long. She is survived by her loving parents, Amethyst and Brian Cearley, and her big sister, Everleigh.
We will forever treasure the brief joy and excitement she brought into our lives. A memorial...
Marleigh Nevaeh Raulston
Jun 13, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of beloved angel, Marleigh Nevaeh Raulston, who gently entered and departed this world on Friday, June 13, 2025, in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Marleigh was born to parents, Brandice Wooten and Greg Raulston of Crossville, TN. She leaves behind her parents and a large family who will always hold her in their hearts –...
George Allen Lantry
Jun 12, 2025
George Lantry, 98, of Fairfield Glade, TN, passed away on June 12, 2025 at Uplands Village Rehab Unit in Pleasant Hill, TN.
George was born in Terre Haute, IN on July 29, 1926 to Walter and Genevieve Lantry. The family soon moved to Detroit, MI. George attended Cass Tech High School in Detroit until he was drafted into WWII as a...
David Welch Rollins
Jun 11, 2025
David Welch Rollins, lovingly known as “Ducky,” passed away peacefully at his home in Crossville, Tennessee, on June 11, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 83 years old.
Born on October 21, 1941, in Charleston, West Virginia, David lived a full and vibrant life marked by hard work, kindness, and a deep love for his family, friends, and community.He served...
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...
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...
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"...
