James Walter Warner
Dec 24, 2025
James Walter Warner, age 85 of Marble, North Carolina, passed away on December 24, 2025.
James was born in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late John Henry and Cora Eunice Bolin Warner.
He was a custodian in the automotive industry and also had worked for Rich Tool Company in Elyria, Ohio. James loved listening to music, especially Merle Haggard who was his...
Margarette J. Haney
Dec 22, 2025
Margarette J. Haney, age 76, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on December 22, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mrs. Haney was born on May 19, 1949, in Ohio, daughter of the late Jonesy and Liota Jones.
Margarette worked as an Administrative Assistant at a Community College.
She is survived by her children, Glenn Haney (Melissa) and Maria Haney; grandchildren, Steven Viettos and Joshua...
Gwendolyn Pearl Thompson-Lester
Dec 20, 2025
Gwendolyn Thompson-Lester, age 86, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on December 20, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mrs. Lester was born on September 7, 1939, in Maryland, daughter of the late Ernest Horner and Helen (Meredith) Horner.
Gwendolyn worked as a secretary. She was a devoted friend, wife, mother, and aunt, who will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her two sons,...
Charles Ruben Hamby
Dec 15, 2025
Charles Ruben Hamby, age 55, of Crab Orchard, TN, passed away on December 15, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mr. Hamby was born on February 15, 1970, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late Willis Hamby and Wanda Jean (Monday) Hamby.
Charles was a farmer and logger.
He is survived by his wife, Joann Hamby; stepdaughter, Katie Schillinger; step grandson, Charlie Cofer; brothers,...
Gerald Ernest "Jerry" Giles
Dec 13, 2025
Jerry was born on November 22, 1947, in Pasco, Washington, son of the late Howard Giles and Frances (Johnson) Giles.
Jerry’s love for adventure and passion for life created a wonderful legacy of living life to the fullest. He enjoyed camping, hiking, mountain climbing, sailing, building and flying RC planes, motorcycles, hunting, and fishing. He was a lifelong musician, along with...
Jeremy F. Hoskins
Dec 13, 2025
Jeremy Hoskins, age 51, of Crossville, TN, passed away on December 13, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mr. Hoskins was born on September 23, 1974, in Napoleon, Ohio.
Jeremy was a CNA.
He is survived by his children, Malachi Hoskins, Shyanne Cox, and Richard Hoskins; mother, Sharon Hoskins and stepfather, Richard Hoskins; grandchildren, Kayden Cox and Hudson Cox; and many nieces and nephews.
No...
George Bolin Young, Jr.
Dec 13, 2025
George Bolin Young, II passed away peacefully at his home on December 13, 2025 at the age of 72.
He was born in Crossville, Tennessee on February 1, 1953, the son of the late George Bolin Young and Frances Dooley Young.
George graduated from Tennessee Tech and was the owner of Woodmere Skating Rink for many years.
He was married to his devoted...
Chad A. Blair
Dec 12, 2025
No Services are scheduled at this time for Chad A. Blair, age 50, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on December 12, 2025.
Survivors include: mother, Debra Barnswell (Jerry); father, Frank Blair; brother, Neal Blair; niece, Chelsea Hennessee Glandon; and nephew, Layton Jones.
Ethel "Sally" Wightman
Dec 10, 2025
Ethel “Sally” Wightman, age 83, of Crossville, TN, passed away on December 10, 2025, at Life Care Center of Crossville.
Mrs. Wightman was born on August 15, 1942, in Delta, Utah, daughter of the late Raymond Herrera and Paula (Archuleta) Herrera.
Sally worked as a housekeeper for hotels. She was also a bar tender for many years.
She is survived by her daughters,...
Betty Elaine Berggren Cole
Dec 8, 2025
Betty Elaine Berggren Cole, age 97, of Pleasant Hill, TN, passed away on December 8, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center, held in the love of family. Born September 3, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of Eric and Charlotte (Gunderson) Berggren.
Betty grew up in a close-knit Norwegian neighborhood, her parents both first-generation Americans. Her grandparents’ Norwegian and Swedish...
Sherry R. Hewitt
Dec 4, 2025
Sherry Rex Lindeman Hewitt, 87, of Crossville, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Sherry was born on September 24, 1938, in Peotone, IL, to the late Henry C. and Bertha (Baxter) Lindeman. She graduated from Peotone High School in 1956. She married Clarence Floyd Hewitt, Jr., on November 10, 1956, in Peotone.
Together,...
Paul Sheldon Young
Dec 2, 2025
Paul Sheldon Young, age 62, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on December 2, 2025.
Mr. Young was born on August 6, 1963, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of late George Dean Young II and Pauline (Davidson) Young Hamby.
Paul was a construction worker.
He is survived by his sister, Julie Vaden (Steve); brothers, Dean Young (Debra) and Charles Young (Libby);...
Carleen Davana Keyes
Dec 1, 2025
Carleen Davana Keyes, age 55, of Deer Lodge, TN, passed away on December 1, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
Ms. Keyes was born on January 11, 1970, in Muncie, IN, daughter of the late Bobby York and Janell McDonald.
Carleen was a cosmetologist.
She is survived by her children, Jacob Stephens and Miranda Stephens Steel; grandchildren, Anna Bella and Brayden; and sister,...
Melissa Lunn Sykes
Nov 28, 2025
Melissa Lunn Sykes, age 61, of Rockwood, TN, peacefully passed away at her home on November 28, 2025.
Mrs. Sykes was born on Thursday, April 9, 1964, in Corpus Christi, TX, daughter of John Lunn and Phyllis (Walls) Lunn.
Melissa was a Graduate of High Point University, High Point, NC. Received her Master’s Degree from Appalachian State University, Boone, NC.
Melissa was a...
Edna Dean McNeal
Nov 27, 2025
Edna Dean McNeal, age 65, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on November 27, 2025, at her home.
Mrs. McNeal was born on October 3, 1960, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Ernest Leon Ball and Margaret (Grant) Ball. She was a loving wife, mother, nana, and great nana.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Leslie McNeal; daughters, Valerie...
Barbara (Meckley) O'Dell
Nov 25, 2025
Barbara (Meckley) O'Dell, age 66 of Crossville, formerly of Hanover PA, transitioned peacefully from her Earthly existence into her Heavenly one on Tuesday, November 25th with family by her side.
She was born on August 31st, 1959 in Hanover PA to the late Sterling and Nancy (Waugh) Meckley. Throughout her life she emanated dedication, unmatchable work ethic, and determination. However, the...
Katherine Jo Elmore
Nov 23, 2025
Katherine Jo Elmore, age 70, of Crossville, TN, passed away on November 23, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family and her devoted dog, Willie.
Ms. Elmore was born on May 4, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, daughter of the late Johnny Elmore and Mary Flowers.
Katherine was a homemaker. She loved crocheting, working on jigsaw puzzles, painting, and spending time with...
James Matthew Kraus
Nov 23, 2025
James Matthew Kraus, age 86 of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on November 23, 2025.
Jim Kraus was born on April 9, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Roland Paul Kraus and Gladys (Matthews) Kraus.
Jim worked his entire career in sales and marketing for 3M Company.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathy Kraus (Stadler);...
Janice Faye Norris Forsyth Green
Nov 21, 2025
Janice Faye Norris Forsyth Green, age 70, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on November 21, 2025, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Mrs. Green was born on July 3, 1955, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Mack Norris and Dimple (Elmore) Norris.
Janice worked as a tasting representative at the Stonehaus Winery.
She is survived by her husband, Donnie Ray Green; daughter, Heather Hazel...
Rose H. Tortorice
Nov 18, 2025
Rose H. Tortorice, age 100, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Uplands Village on November 18, 2025.
Mrs. Tortorice was born on August 30, 1925, in Milwaukee, WI, daughter of the late Paul Brever and Josephine (Warras) Brever.
She is survived by her children, Carol Marco (Philip), Cathy Graham (John), Allan Tortorice (Laura), Gary Tortorice, and Frank Tortorice (Christine); 16 grandchildren and...
