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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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Peggy Ann Sugden

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Ronald Innes Macfarlane

Ronald Innes Macfarlane

May 12, 2025

Ronald Innes Macfarlane, 83, of Fairfield Glade, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025. He was born April 17, 1942, in Montreal, Canada. He served six years in the United States Air Force, earned bachelor’s degrees in English and history at The University of Connecticut, and then worked in sales for 40 years. Ron and his late wife of 44...

Paul Michael Hill

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

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.

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...

Marie Hassler

Marie Hassler

May 1, 2025

Marie Hassler, age 94, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 1, 2025, at Parkwest Medical Center.

Mrs. Hassler was born on January 30, 1931, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Andy Norris and Dollie (Lewis) Norris.

Marie was a homemaker.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lloyd and Sue Hassler; and granddaughter, Kirsten Hassler (Chip Reed).

In addition to her...

Ronald DeWayne Klug

Ronald DeWayne Klug

Apr 28, 2025

Ronald DeWayne Klug, age 90, of Crossville, TN, passed away on April 28, 2025, at Life Care Center of Crossville.

Mr. Klug was born on April 5, 1935, in Brown City, Michigan, son of the late Jay Klug and Lela (Jones) Klug.

Ronald served in the National Guard. He was also a pipe fitter for a public utility company.

He is survived by...

Carol Davenport

Carol Davenport

Apr 27, 2025

Carol Lord Watford Davenport, of Crossville, TN, was born at home on June 13, 1941, in Pensacola, FL to parents Dossie M. Lord and Estelle Brown Lord. She passed into the waiting arms of Jesus on April 27, 2025.

Carol is survived her husband, Glen W. Davenport; sister-in-law, Jackie Lord; nephews, Billy (Shawn), Doug (Becky), Mike (Kathy) Lord and Bart Lord....

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