Deborah Sue Gunter
Aug 3, 2026
Deborah Sue Gunter, age 68, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on August 3, 2026.
Ms. Gunter was born on August 9, 1957, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late James Franklin Gunter and Phyllis Ruth (Winningham) Gunter.
Deborah was a laborer.
She is survived by her sisters, Kim Harris (Jerry), Jamie Hill (Steve), and Kathy Tomanek (Tony); nieces and...
Rylan Jon Hyder
Aug 3, 2026
Rylan Jon Hyder, age 15, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on August 3, 2026.
He was born on December 22, 2010, in Knoxville, TN, son of Jonathan Darrell Hyder and Nicole Kmet Hyder.
There are some souls who change the world without ever speaking loudly. Rylan was one of those rare and extraordinary people. Though his journey was filled...
Gerald Robert Walker
Jul 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Gerald (Jerry) Robert Walker of Crossville, Tennessee share the news of his passing on July 30, 2026, his 91st birthday.
Jerry was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 30, 1935 and lived in the greater Cincinnati area for much of his life before moving to Crossville, Tennessee in 1997. Jerry served in...
Dr. Charles Robert Wierer
Jul 30, 2026
Dr. Charles Robert Wierer, age 87, of Crossville, TN, passed over to a better place on July 30, 2026, at The Preserve in Fairfield Glade.
Dr. Wierer (Chuck) was born on October 31, 1938, in Baltimore, Maryland, son of Robert and Lela (Covert) Wierer.
Dr. Wierer was a family physician who had his own practice in Myersville, Maryland for over 30 years....
Donald Dunwoody
Jul 28, 2026
Donald R Dunwoody, age 81 of Fairfield Glade, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 28 at home after a short battle with brain cancer.
Don was born in Lancaster, PA on April 3, 1945 to Richard and Betty Dunwoody. Don graduated from Lebanon High School and Penn State University. Don went on to have a successful...
Robert Gregory Ellis
Jul 28, 2026
Robert G. Ellis (“Bob”), age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on July 28, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Bob was born on October 15, 1952, in Cortland, NY, the son of Charles Robert Ellis and Lomeda Ellis.
He served in the United States Army. Before retirement, Bob spent many years in the radio business and as...
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...
