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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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Carolyn Rose Daugherty

Carolyn Rose Daugherty

Jun 7, 2026

Carolyn Rose Daugherty, age 90, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on June 7, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Ms. Daugherty was born on August 8, 1935, in Crossville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Walter Stone and Sadie (Howard) Stone.

Carolyn worked and retired as a Bank Teller. She thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, particularly riding horses and digging for arrowheads.

She is survived by...

Arlon Hubert Way

Arlon Hubert Way

Jun 6, 2026

Funeral services for Arlon Hubert Way, age 85, of Crossville, Tennessee, who passed away on June 6, 2026, will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Bilbrey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM prior to the service.

Full Obituary to follow.

Ellen Louise Bradley

Ellen Louise Bradley

Jun 3, 2026

Ellen Louise Bradley, age 88, of Crossville, TN, passed away at her home on June 3, 2026.

Mrs. Bradley was born on June 2, 1938, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late Ernest Randolph and Dorothy Mae (Johnson) Young.

Ellen was a homemaker.

She is survived by her grandchildren, Jackie Brown (Tim), Stacey Hayes (James), and Josh Sherrill (Marinda); great grandchildren, Ashleigh Moore...

Herminia Lopez Torres

Herminia Lopez Torres

May 31, 2026

Herminia Lopez Torres, 7 months old, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 31, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

She was born on October 15, 2025, in Crossville, TN, daughter of Maria Elena Lopez Torres.

She is survived by her mother, Maria Elena Lopez Torres; sisters, Ana and Jessica; nieces and nephews, Micaela, Carlos, Camila, Esmeralda, and Antonio, Jr.; and brother-in-law, Hector...

Willie Jo Pugh

Willie Jo Pugh

May 31, 2026

Willie "Jo" Pugh, age 85, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Jo was born on June 25, 1940, in Jamestown, TN, daughter of the late Osborne Gould and Cleda Gould.

She is survived by her children, Michael Donald Pugh (Barbara) and Pamela McCall (Scott); grandchildren, Michael Bennett Pugh (Hannah), Alison Danielle Payne (Brandon), Caleb...

Pamela Denise Gannon

Pamela Denise Gannon

May 31, 2026

Pamela Denise Gannon, age 72, of Crossville, TN, passed away at Cumberland Medical Center on Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Pam was born on December 4, 1953, in Murfreesboro, TN, daughter of the late Harry Joe Summers and Nora Mai (Cook) Summers.

She loved to cook and bake. Pam enjoyed crocheting in her spare time. She found joy in working with children and...

Sharon Ann Allen

Sharon Ann Allen

May 31, 2026

Sharon Ann Allen, age 71, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away at her home on

Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Sharon was born on April 25, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan.

She is survived by her husband, Wyatt Hugh Allen; son, Leonard Heussner (Christina); grandchildren, Peyton, Amber, and Hailey.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements and Care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Robbie Edwina Elmore

Robbie Edwina Elmore

May 30, 2026

Robbie Edwina Elmore, 83, of Crossville, Tennessee passed away on May 30, 2026. Edwina was born October 28, 1942 in Celina, Tennessee to Paul and Magdalene Scott Colson.

Edwina leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and grace. She was a woman who gave freely of herself and asked for nothing in return. Her family and all who knew her are...

Kathleen Harville

Kathleen Harville

May 30, 2026

Kathleen Harville, age 79, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on May 30, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Harville was born on May 29, 1947, in Cumberland County, Tennessee, daughter of the late Otis Sisco and Mary Ethel (Todd) Sisco.

Kathleen was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith.

She is survived by her daughters, Renee Walker (Kenneth) and Leisa Sweitzer;...

Donna Kay Gocella

Donna Kay Gocella

May 25, 2026

Donna K. Gocella, age 87, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 25th, 2026. Born on December 21, 1938, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, to Ruth Alberta and Lloyd J. Brown. Donna lived a life defined by deep faith, unwavering love for her family and a generous spirit that touched everyone around her.

On October 24, 1959, Donna married the love of...

Brenda Eloise Hinds

Brenda Eloise Hinds

May 24, 2026

Brenda Eloise Hinds, age 88, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at her home surrounded by family.

Brenda was born on December 4th, 1937, in Asheville, NC, daughter of the late Paul Chambers and Ruby Hoover Chambers.

She is survived by her children: Russell Hinds (Beverly), Todd Hinds (Michelle), Brenda Parsons, Vicki Monday (Terry); 4 grandchildren; 9 great...

Edwin Barton Dunn

Edwin Barton Dunn

May 23, 2026

Edwin Barton “Eddie” Dunn was born in Savannah, Georgia to Roy Calvin and Wilma LaNelle Griffin Dunn. Known to family and friends as “Eddie,” he attended Savannah High School and later earned his GED after enlisting in the United States Army.

Eddie proudly served from 1974 to 1977 as a Specialist E-4 with the 24th Infantry Division. During his military service...

Juanita "Nita" Hawes

Juanita "Nita" Hawes

May 23, 2026

Juanita "Nita" Hawes, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and vibrant community member, passed away on May 23, 2026, at the age of 84. She was a proud elder of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Tribe.

Born on July 27, 1941, Nita built a life defined by love, connection, and an unwavering zest for life. On February 14, 1975,...

Sandra Kapustik

Sandra Kapustik

May 20, 2026

Sandra Kapustik of Fairfield Glade, TN, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She was born November 8, 1947, in Freeport, PA, and later moved to Maryland.

She held several managerial positions in the floral industry. She promoted events around custom floral designs and bridal consultations.

Upon moving to Fairfield Glade, she worked as a manager at Pugh's Florist in...

Sherry Hedgecoth

Sherry Hedgecoth

May 20, 2026

Sherry Hedgecoth, age 68, of Crossville, TN, passed away on May 20, 2026, at University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Ms. Hedgecoth was born on June 3, 1957, in Crossville, TN, daughter of the late Roy Hedgecoth and Willene (Rose) Hedgecoth.

Sherry worked in HR at Flowers Bakery until her retirement. She loved working in her garden and the beauty of the outdoors....

Timothy Joseph Beaton

Timothy Joseph Beaton

May 19, 2026

Timothy Joseph Beaton, 77, passed away suddenly at his home in Crossville, TN on May 19, 2026.

Tim was born on February 17, 1949, at St. Ansgar’s Hospital in Moorhead, MN, to Janet and Francis Beaton. He was baptized at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and was confirmed at Nativity Catholic Church, both of Fargo, ND.

Tim was a storyteller. He...

Sidney William Miller

Sidney William Miller

May 18, 2026

Sidney William Miller, age 83, of Crossville, TN. Passed away on May 18, 2026, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center.

Born August 19, 1942, Sid Miller lived life with energy, humor, and a voice that could never be ignored. A proud MSU graduate and lifelong Spartan fan, before finishing college he served in the U.S. Army, spending much of his service stationed...

Freddie Ray Whittenburg

Freddie Ray Whittenburg

May 17, 2026

Freddie Ray Whittenburg, age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at UT Medical Center in Jamestown.

Freddie was born on August 28th, 1952, in Crossville, TN, son of the late Arnold James Whittenburg and Mary Lou Whittenburg.

He was an active member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. He loved the Lord, cherished his family and grandchildren, and enjoyed...

Larry G. Walker

Larry G. Walker

May 16, 2026

Larry G. Walker, age 84, of Crossville, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center.

Mr. Walker was born on Friday, October 24, 1941, in Cabin Creek, WV, son of the late Ted Carney Walker and Cleo Digman (Hudson) Walker.

He was a coal miner and most recently owned Big Larry's Computer Repair.

He is survived by his children,...

Carol Sue Henson

Carol Sue Henson

May 12, 2026

Carol Sue Henson, age 84, of Midway Park, North Carolina, passed away at her home on May 12, 2026.

Mrs. Henson was born on November 13, 1941, in Osaka, Virginia, daughter of the late Owen Edmond York and Rissie Gladiola (Waller) York.

Carol was a homemaker.

She is survived by her son, Robert E. Henson (Sharon), Timothy L. Henson (Roberta), Jerry L. Henson,...

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