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Recent Obituaries in Crossville, TN

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Crossville, TN area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Gerald Blufford Williams

Gerald Blufford Williams

Sep 8, 2026

Gerald Blufford Williams, age 85, of Crossville, TN, passed away on September 8, 2026, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.

Mr. Williams was born on September 23, 1940, in Livingston, Tennessee, son of the late Joe Clifford Williams and Ruby Lucille (Carmack) Williams.

Gerald was a Service Tech at Amerigas for 40+ years.

He was an avid deer & turkey hunter and also...

David C Sherrill

David C Sherrill

Sep 4, 2026

David C. Sherrill, age 47, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away at his home on Friday, September 4, 2026.

David was born on May 10, 1979, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of Beecher Sherrill and the late Wilma Sherrill.

David was a member of Grace Community Church and was a man of strong faith who lived each day for the Lord. He could often...

August Wendell James Hunt

August Wendell James Hunt

Sep 3, 2026

August, our precious baby boy, was born on July 27th, 2026, just two days after his big sister, Leighton's 9th birthday. He left this world on September 3, 2026, at just 38 days old.

His name was chosen with love and family in mind. Wendell to honor his Pa and Peepa and James for his Papaw. In doing so he already...

Donnie Sherrill

Donnie Sherrill

Sep 3, 2026

Donnie Sherrill, age 65, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on September 3, 2026.

Mr. Sherrill was born on November 12, 1960, in Crossville, TN, son of Ray Sherrill and Ruby (Williams) Sherrill.

Donnie worked for a tree trimming company.

He is survived by his daughter, Hannah Jackson; son, Ben Jackson (Tina Hooks); mother, Ruby (Williams) Sherrill; sister, Pam Sherrill;...

James H Rogers

James H Rogers

Sep 2, 2026

James H. Rogers, age 91, of Crossville, TN, passed away at WyndRidge Health & Rehab Center on September 2, 2026.

Mr. Rogers was born on January 22, 1935, in Gainsboro, TN, son of Dewey Rogers and Ruby (Jenkins) Rogers.

James was beverage distributor for Pepsi, Coke and Dr. Pepper, and drove a “Tom’s” truck for several years.

He is survived by children, Marsha...

Philip Lane Asberry

Philip Lane Asberry

Sep 2, 2026

Philip Lane Asberry, age 70, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on September 2, 2026.

Mr. Asberry was born on December 18, 1955, in Livingston, Tennessee, son of James B. Asberry and Nina L. (Elder) Asberry.

Philip was a school principal for the TN Department of Corrections.

He is survived by his wife, Robbie Asberry; daughters, Jana Olinger (Daniel) and Jennifer...

Bruce Lee Blumer

Bruce Lee Blumer

Sep 1, 2026

Bruce Lee Blumer, age 74, of Fairfield Glade, TN, passed away on September 1, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center. Bruce was born on April 8, 1952, in Highland, IL, the son of Ralph and Dorothy (Randant) Blumer.

Bruce graduated from Triad High School and Bradley University. His career as a teacher, coach and Athletic Director spanned 38 years in Illinois. His...

Sandra "Gail" Sexton

Sandra "Gail" Sexton

Sep 1, 2026

Sandra “Gail” Sexton, age 79, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on September 1, 2026.

Mrs. Sexton was born on July 4, 1947, in Pleasant Hill, TN, daughter of the late Ivan Mooneyham and Cordiabelle (Evans) Mooneyham.

Gail was a Medical Transcriptionist at Cumberland Medical Center and Physicians Associates.

She is survived by her daughter, Laura Winningham (Mike); son, Keith Woody...

John Lee Smith

John Lee Smith

Aug 27, 2026

John L. Smith, age 94, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on August 27, 2026.

Mr. Smith was born on September 19, 1931, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late Dewey George Smith and Martha Jane (Beyer) Smith.

John served his country in the United States Navy. He was also a customer service clerk at Kroger.

He is survived by his...

David Deane Willits

David Deane Willits

Aug 25, 2026

Deane Willits, age 89, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on August 25, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Deane was born on October 25, 1936, the son of the late Howard Willits and Louise (Logan) Willits.

Throughout his life, Deane had a great love for raising honeybees. He purchased his first bee farm, or apiary, in Fort Pierce, Florida, in 1965. What began...

Juanita "Ganny" Smith

Juanita "Ganny" Smith

Aug 25, 2026

Juanita "Ganny" Smith, age 64, of Crossville, TN, passed away on August 25, 2026, at Select Specialty Hospital in Knoxville.

Ganny was born on October 2, 1961, in Dayton, OH, daughter of the late Joe Edward Lewis (Carol) and Maria (Huber) Lewis.

She devoted her life to her husband and daughters, loving them fiercely and selflessly and always making sure they had...

James Windell Kennedy

James Windell Kennedy

Aug 24, 2026

James Windell Kennedy, 82, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026.

Born on October 18, 1943, in Chestnut Ridge, Tennessee, James was the son of Dillard and Sallie (Taylor) Kennedy. He spent his career as a dedicated Hi-Lo Driver for Detroit Diesel, where he was known for his steady work ethic and quiet reliability.

James was a devoted Detroit...

Floralee Barbara Rogers

Floralee Barbara Rogers

Aug 22, 2026

Floralee Barbara Rogers, age 88, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on August 22, 2026, at WyndRidge Health & Rehab Center.

Mrs. Rogers was born on January 28, 1938, in Stockton, California, daughter of the late Ralph Banta and Alma (Davis) Banta.

Floralee worked as a church secretary.

She is survived by her husband, James H. Rogers; children, Barbara Hassler (Steve), Ida Brown, J.R....

John "Jaxter" Baxter Burnett II

John "Jaxter" Baxter Burnett II

Aug 20, 2026

John “Jaxter” Baxter Burnett II, age 79, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at his home. Jaxter was born on May 28, 1947, in Harriman, TN, the son of the late H. Cornell Burnett and Eloise (Huling) Burnett. 

Jaxter grew up roaming through the Crab Orchard hills and Crossville streets. He loved to tell stories of 1950-70...

Marion Helen Cope

Marion Helen Cope

Aug 18, 2026

Marion (Schmitt) Cope, age 82, of Crossville, TN, passed away on August 18, 2026. She was born on February 23, 1944, in Midland, Texas to the late Arthur Schmitt (Army/Air Corps) and Marion (Dewhurst) Schmitt. As a child she moved with her parents back to Long Island, New York, after her father was discharged from the military. After high school,...

Violet Roena Barnes

Violet Roena Barnes

Aug 16, 2026

Violet Roena Barnes, age 73, of Crossville, TN, departed this life on August 16, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Mrs. Barnes was born on November 10, 1952, in Monterey, TN, daughter of Lonnie Chester Stone and Rose (Beaty) Stone.

Violet worked in the receiving department at Walmart for 54 years. She loved to cook for family and friends. Violet was a loving...

Timmy Lynn Miller

Timmy Lynn Miller

Aug 13, 2026

Timmy “Tim” Lynn Miller, age 64, of Crossville, TN, passed away on August 13, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Mr. Miller was born on September 15, 1961, in Crossville, TN, son of the late Billy Miller and Betty (Bilbrey) Miller.

Tim was a truck driver for a bakery.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Miller; nephew, Tyler Miller; and niece, Bethany Jones.

In...

Melanie T. Carmichael

Melanie T. Carmichael

Aug 11, 2026

Melanie T. Carmichael, 69, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee.

She was born on October 24, 1956, in St. Albans, VT to Rolla J. Thomas and Mildred Piper.

Melanie loved farming and her cows. She knew every name of every cow she ever owned. Her love of cows and farming made...

Howard Cecil Coffey

Howard Cecil Coffey

Aug 11, 2026

Howard was born in rural Campbell County and passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Howard is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Cora Evelyn Coffey; father, Fred C. Coffey and mother, Laura Burton Coffey; sister, Grace Albertine, and brothers, Evidirl Coffey, Raymond Coffey, and Charles Coffey.

He is survived by his son, Stephen Coffey;...

Mary Catherine Jones

Mary Catherine Jones

Aug 10, 2026

Mary Catherine Jones, age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away on August 10, 2026, at Life Care Center of Crossville.

Mrs. Jones was born on October 12, 1952, in Paducah, Kentucky, daughter of the late Kenneth Bryan and Margaret (Morrow) Bryan.

Mary was a homemaker and of the Christian faith.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald Jones; children, Debbie Jones and Erin...

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