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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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Ronald T. Gill

Ronald T. Gill

Feb 5, 2023

Ronald T. Gill, age 74, of Crossville, TN, passed away on February 5, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center. He was born on June 25, 1948, in New York City, NY, son of the late Edmond Gill and Thelma (Wilson) Gill. Ronald served our country in the United States Navy and was a technician in telecommunications. He was a member of...

David Preston Mace

David Preston Mace

Feb 1, 2023

Graveside services for David Preston Mace, age 67, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on February 1, 2023, will be held at Linary Cemetery on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 2:00 PM. Survivors: Brothers – John Mace, Mavrick Mace, and Jeffrey Mace; Sister – Zula Dotson; Surrogate Daughter – Lacy Houston; Grandchildren – Jayden “Bear” Eldridge, Lincoln Eldridge, Kash Houston,...

Beecher Finley Seegraves

Beecher Finley Seegraves

Jan 30, 2023

Beecher Finley Seegraves of Pleasant Hill, TN, passed away on January 30, 2023, at the age of 97.

Beecher was born on March 22, 1925, to Milzie and Annie Seegraves.

After serving in the U.S. Army in World War II, he returned to Pleasant Hill and married Odell Ramsey of Sneedville, TN. They were married...

Keith Don Pontius

Keith Don Pontius

Jan 29, 2023

Keith Don Pontius, age 89, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on January 29, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Keith was born June 16, 1933 in Canton, Ohio, son of the late Henry Pontius and Lottie (Kinsley) Pontius. He grew up in Hartville, Ohio.  Keith graduated from Lake Township High School in 1951 and Manchester College in North...

Dennis "Deroy" Davis

Dennis "Deroy" Davis

Jan 28, 2023

Dennis “DeRoy” Davis, age 81, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on January 28, 2023. Graveside Services will be held at Crossville City Cemetery on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM. He is survived by his son, Patrick Davis; caregivers, Katie Studer, Jeremie Reece, and Amy Reece.

Virginia Darlene Adkisson

Virginia Darlene Adkisson

Jan 27, 2023

A Memorial Service for Virginia Darlene Adkisson, age 54, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 27, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at Bilbrey Funeral Home at 6:00 PM. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM prior to the service. She is survived by her sons, Travis Lee...

Mabel Lena Cox

Mabel Lena Cox

Jan 25, 2023

Funeral Services for Mabel Lena Cox, age 97, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 25, 2023, will be held on Monday, January 30, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Bilbrey Funeral Home with burial to follow at Crossville City Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to the service.  Survivors: Daughters –...

Rev. Paul Lee Tuttle

Rev. Paul Lee Tuttle

Jan 24, 2023

Funeral Services for Rev. Paul Lee Tuttle, age 51, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 24, 2023, will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Bilbrey Funeral Home with burial to follow at Hyder Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to the service.  Survivors: Wife- Jeanette...

Pearl Imelda Mcclain

Pearl Imelda Mcclain

Jan 24, 2023

Pearl Imelda McClain, age 87, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 24, 2023, at Good Samaritans Society.

She was born on January 16, 1936, in River Rouge, MI, daughter of the late Albert Roberge and Claire (Carboneau) Jalbert.

Pearl was an Accountant and was active in various church ministries for St. Francis of Assisi....

James Gregory Winslett

James Gregory Winslett

Jan 22, 2023

A Memorial Service for James Gregory Winslett, age 65, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 22, 2023, will be held at Bilbrey Funeral Home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Survivors: Wife – Carolyn Winslett; Daughter – Rebecca Boots (Jusstin); Son – Ben Winslett (Karissa); Grandchildren – Adam, Alex, and Vivienne Winslett, and Emily...

Bobby Osborne

Bobby Osborne

Jan 22, 2023

Bobby Joe Osborne, age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 22, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center.

He was born on August 19, 1949, in Bristol, VA, son of the late Robert Osborne and Nila (McConnell) Osborne.

Bobby retired from IBEW 270 in Oak Ridge, TN after working for them for 40 years.

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Mabel Imogene Holt

Mabel Imogene Holt

Jan 19, 2023

Mabel Imogene Holt, age 88, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 19, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center. She was born on September 27, 1934, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late William Taylor Wyatt and Alice (Hale) Wyatt. Mabel was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She is survived by daughter, Debbie Luetkemeyer; son, Thomas Barry Holt; brother,...

Willie "Jean" Gould

Willie "Jean" Gould

Jan 17, 2023

Funeral Services for Willie “Jean” Gould, age 80, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 17, 2023, will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Bilbrey Funeral Home with burial to follow at Green Acres Memory Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to the service.  Survivors: husband,...

Betty Ruth Williams

Betty Ruth Williams

Jan 16, 2023

Betty Williams, age 71, of Crossville passed away on January 16, 2023. She was born on August 15, 1951, in Crossville, TN. She was the youngest of Frank and Sattie Netherton’s seven children and was of the Baptist Faith. Betty graduated from CCHS and shortly afterward moved away from Crossville to join her husband as his military career took them...

Julie Robinson Long

Julie Robinson Long

Jan 16, 2023

Julie Robinson Long, age 44, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on January 16, 2023, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Long was born on June 11, 1978, in Elyria, Ohio, daughter of the late Dewayne Larry Robinson and Vickie Lynn (Williams) Robinson. Julie worked as Teacher and attended the Simple Life Church. She took care of her mother after her...

Hayward Gerald Lawson, Jr.

Hayward Gerald Lawson, Jr.

Jan 16, 2023

Hayward Gerald Lawson, Jr., age 67, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 16, 2023. Mr. Lawson was born on January 21, 1955, in Kokomo, IN, son of the late Hayward Gerald Lawson, Sr. and Sarah "Martha” (Greenwood) Gump. Hayward worked as a Management Engineer in the U.S. Civil Service. He was also a Pastor and veteran of the United...

Robert Earl Spencer

Robert Earl Spencer

Jan 15, 2023

Robert Earl Spencer, 81, of Crossville, TN, peacefully drifted into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by loved ones on January 15, 2023 after a lengthy and courageous fight with Parkinson's Disease. Robert was born on April 7, 1941, to Earl and Lillian (Crocker) Spencer in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He grew up in Hastings, Michigan and graduated...

Zera Frances Campbell

Zera Frances Campbell

Jan 13, 2023

No services are scheduled at this time for Zera Frances Campbell, age 78, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 13, 2023 at Cumberland House in Crossville. Survivors: husband, William Campbell; sons, Channing Campbell and Chadwick Campbell.

Roselle Godsey

Roselle Godsey

Jan 11, 2023

Roselle Godsey, age 98, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on January 11, 2023, at her home. She was born on June 8, 1924, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Earl Oakes and Carrie Loucreshia (Parham) Oakes. Roselle worked in the cafeteria for the Cumberland County School System. She was a member of Chestnut Hill Missionary Baptist Church. She is...

Danny Keough

Danny Keough

Jan 11, 2023

Danny Keough, age 63, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 11, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center. Mr. Keough was born on March 23, 1959, in Boston, Massachusetts, son of the late Richard J. Keough Sr. and Catherine A. (Duerden) Keough. Danny worked as a Lieutenant and Chef for the State of Massachusetts Department of Corrections and was of the...

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