Peggy Sue Evans
Jul 23, 2026
Peggy Sue Evans, age 86, of Crossville, TN, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026 at Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, TN.
Peggy was born on November 7, 1939 in Dripping Springs, TN to Author O. and Christine Reeves Kilgore.
Peggy was a faithful member, serving Oaklawn Baptist Church in the kitchen, Sunday School, choir, VBS, and so many other areas for...
William Sedric Justice, Sr.
Jul 21, 2026
In Loving Memory of William Sedric Justice Sr.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William Sedric Justice Sr. on July 21, 2026.
William was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Pawpaw, brother, uncle, and loyal friend. For 36 wonderful years, he was the beloved husband and best friend of his wife, Tawnia. Together, they built a life filled with love,...
Rebecca Jo Ritchie
Jul 20, 2026
Rebecca Jo Ritchie, age 85, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on July 20, 2026.
Mrs. Ritchie was born on January 12, 1941, in Harrod, OH, daughter of the late Boyd Smith and Novelda (Campbell) Smith.
Rebecca was a security guard at BP Chemicals.
She is survived by her sons, Rodney Ritchie (Melinda), Rick Ritchie (Abigail), and Randy Ritchie; grandchildren,...
Samuel Life Henderson
Jul 19, 2026
Samuel Life Henderson, age 39, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Sam was born on May 20th, 1987, in Jackson, MI, son of Joseph Patrick Henderson and Sandra Delores Mathews.
He is survived by his girlfriend, Ashley Meadows; daughter, Macie Henderson; brothers, Thomas Henderson (Faith), Justin Henderson, Shane Henderson, Wade Henderson (Britnni), Joe Henderson,...
Donald William Johnson
Jul 13, 2026
Donald William Johnson, age 87, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on July 13, 2026, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville.
Born in Mansfield, Ohio, on June 17, 1939, Don was the son of the late Harold and Agnes (Nibarger) Johnson. He earned a master’s degree in chemical engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, which launched a successful...
Henry "Hank" John Henning
Jul 11, 2026
Henry "Hank" John Henning, age 78, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Select Specialty Hospital in Knoxville on July 11, 2026.
Hank was born on April 6, 1948, in Detroit, MI, son of the late Henry Carl Henning and Josephine Mary (Lazuka) Henning.
Hank served in the Navy and was a manager for a phone company.
He is survived by his wife, Shawn...
Thomas Brian Kelly
Jul 11, 2026
Thomas Brian Kelly, 103, died Saturday morning, July 11, 2026 at his home in Crossville, TN. His wife of 30 years, Kathleen, was at his side during many nights, and held his hand as he relinquished a final, gentle breath.
Tom and his twin brother, Ed, were born to Dennis and Olive (Santini) Kelly on December 2, 1922, in Key West,...
Stella Genevieve Lance
Jul 9, 2026
Stella Genevieve Lance, age 74, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on July 9, 2026.
Mrs. Lance was born on June 9, 1952, in Madison, WV, daughter of the late Donald Eugene Hopkins and Genevieve Lois Hopkins.
Stella was a homemaker.
She is survived by her sons, Robin Hopkins (Dawn), Elbert Lance (Jesse); daughter, Gennie Shank; grandchildren, Cody Fenstermaker, Joshua...
James Harold Randolph
Jul 7, 2026
James “Buddy” H. Randolph, age 86, of Sparta, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on July 8, 2026.
Mr. Randolph was born on June 21, 1940, in White County, TN, son of the late Ernest Randolph and Dorothy (Johnson) Randolph.
Buddy dedicated many years of his life as a factory worker. Outside of work he loved using his hands to build,...
Karen Louise Leeds
Jul 7, 2026
Karen Louise Leeds, age 71, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on July 7, 2026.
Mrs. Leeds was born on June 23, 1955, in Sparta, TN, daughter of the late Alver Joe Quarles and Lena Louise (Tolbert) Quarles.
Karen worked as a factory worker at Colinx.
She is survived by husband, Michael Leeds; children, James McCloud (Christina), Shane McCloud (Lisa),...
Cynthia Charlene Stone
Jul 6, 2026
Cynthia "Charlene" Stone, age 87, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Uplands on July 6, 2026.
Mrs. Stone was born on October 20, 1938, in Daisy, TN, daughter of the late Charles Lovelady and Mary Ellen (Glover) Lovelady.
Charlene was a schoolteacher.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Pat and Starr Stone; daughter and son-in-law, Glenette and Jeff Ward; grandsons, Ty...
Pauline Phipps
Jul 6, 2026
Pauline Phipps, age 79, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on July 6, 2026.
Mrs. Phipps was born on January 10, 1947, in Benham, KY, daughter of the late Paul Estep and Ina Mae (Boggs) Bishop.
Pauline was a homemaker.
She is survived by her children, David Phipps (Celia), Richard Phipps (Penny), and Melissa Temple (Tony); grandchildren, David McKinley Lockaby, Josh...
Kelly Douglas Bilbrey
Jul 4, 2026
Kelly Douglas Bilbrey, age 58, of Crossville, TN, passed away on July 4, 2026.
He was born on April 8, 1968, in Crossville, TN, son of the late Honald Ray Bilbrey and Amy Dean (Wakefield) Bilbrey.
Kelly was a CNA at the Hospital. He was a member of Memorial Baptist Church.
Kelly was an accomplished musician and specialized in organ music. He played...
Nancy E. Brown
Jul 4, 2026
Nancy Brown, age 84, of Hiram, Georgia formerly of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 15, 1942, the daughter of the late George Franklin Shutley and the late Cleo "Cappy" Satterfield Shutley.
Nancy was a woman whose life was defined by her love for her...
Samuel Robinson, Jr.
Jul 3, 2026
Samuel Robinson, age 86, of Fairfield Glade, Tennessee, passed away at his home on July 3, 2026.
Mr. Robinson was born on April 11, 1940, in Clarksdale, Mississippi, son of the late Samuel Robinson Sr. and Matilda (Miles) Robinson.
Samuel was a manager for GM.
He is survived by his wife, Hazel Robinson; son, Derrick Robinson; grandchildren, Noah and Jonah; great grandchildren, Amare...
Samuel Robinson, Jr.
Jul 3, 2026
Memorial Service for Samuel Robinson, Jr., age 84, of Crossville, TN, will be held at Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Full Obituary to follow.
Peggy Sue Martin
Jul 2, 2026
Peggy Sue Martin, age 67, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away at her home on July 2, 2026.
Mrs. Martin was born on March 16, 1959, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Bob Redwine and Mary (Kennedy) Redwine.
She is survived by her children, Jarette Boatwright (Keisha), Ashley Brewer (Mike), Woody Martin (Robin), Jennifer Jenks; grandchildren, Hunter Kirkland, Ashley Owen, Adam Martin,...
Michael Stephen Neal
Jul 1, 2026
Michael Stephen Neal, age 65, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on July 1, 2026.
Mr. Neal was born on September 30, 1960, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late Huel Neal and Hattie (McCoy) Neal.
Michael worked most of his life on his family’s dairy farm. He also was the owner of Auto Wholesalers.
He is survived by his wife,...
Max William Apple, Jr.
Jun 30, 2026
Max William Apple, Jr., 65, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on June 30, 2026.
Born on December 12, 1960, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Max was the son of Max William Apple, Sr. and Glenda (Sherrill) Apple. He was a member of Terre Haute North Vigo High School, Class of 1979, and carried with him throughout his life the values of hard...
Carl Sexton, Sr.
Jun 27, 2026
Carl E. Sexton, age 81, of Crossville, TN, passed away on June 27, 2026 at Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center.
Mr. Sexton was born on May 13, 1945, in Jellico, TN, son of Earl Sexton and Edna Sexton.
He served in the United States Navy and worked as a carpenter for TVA.
He is survived by his sons - Carl E. Sexton, Jr....
