All Obituaries

William Jackson “Bud” Roach, 86, went to be with the Lord February 23, 2021 at his home in Russellville.  He was a longtime member of Heavens View Baptist Church.  William was a farmer for most of his life and loved to work in his shed and “tinker”.  He was preceded in death by his parents Lincoln and Maybelle Roach. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Alice Roach; children, Curtis (Dawn) Roach; Jeffery (Sunshine) Roach;...

Sheena Nicole Trent, 35, of Morristown, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 due to injuries sustained from an auto accident. Sheena was well loved by family and friends. She loved music and enjoyed singing. She professed being saved at Shady Grove Baptist Church at a young age.   She is survived by her Parents Jeffery Trent and Lisa Hatfield, several aunts, uncles, and cousins. As well as many as many friends and co-workers.   Family is truly grateful for all the prayers...

Linda “Sue” Jarnagin passed away peacefully on February 22, 2021.  She spent much of her life in Morristown and may be fondly remembered as the smiling face at the office of Dr Crampton Helms.  Sue spent many happy years at his office until moving to Florida to live with her sister following her mother’s death.  Upon her return to Morristown, she worked with the Morristown Healthcare System.   She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Benny “Smiley” Hodges, 75, of Morristown, passed away February 23, 2021 at his home surrounded by family.  He was a member of Bridgers United Methodist Church, was a U S Army Veteran and served as a Military Policeman in the Vietnam War.  He retired from Berkline Industries, and was a Vol for Life and especially loved the Lady Vols.   He loved playing sports, especially baseball, softball and golf.  He will be remembered for his...

Mary Eva Hull, 83, of Morristown, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System after a lingering illness.  She attended First Baptist Church of Morristown for many years. Mary Eva retired from the Insurance business after many years of service.  She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Pauline Hull.  Mary Eva leaves her sister Linda (Leroy) Marshall; niece, Mary Lynn Riggs; nephew, Scott Marshall; grandnieces, Jenna and...

Vernon Gene Talley, 82, of Russellville, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021. Funeral services are planned for 7:00 pm Tuesday, February 16, 2021 in the East Chapel of Allen Funeral Home with Reverend Benny Cornett officiating.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 pm prior to the service.  Graveside services are planned for 1:00 pm Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in Bethesda Cemetery. All those in attendance are expected to wear facial coverings and...

Juel D. West. 79, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, February 14, 2021 at her home.  She was a member of Oak Hill Missionary Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Dana and Mittie Wolfe; aunt, Claire Dalton; grandchildren, MaKinley and Jessie Helton. She is survived by her husband, Robert West; children, Carolyn Hatfield (Ron Wonderly), Melissa Helton, Jennifer Arroyo; grandchildren, Amy (Josh) Helton, Janie Helton, LaShon Wade...

Dorothy Lell Scissom Johnson June 17, 1934 – February 12, 2021 Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend left this world in the arms of Jesus on February 12, 2021. She is now rejoicing in heaven with her precious husband, George W. Johnson, and countless family and friends. Dorothy loved the Lord and held many teaching positions in various churches during her life. She was also a retired elementary teacher after having taught in Jefferson and Hamblen Counties for 30...

  Shirley Ann Conklin Ball, 74, of Morristown went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 30, 2021.  Shirley was a loving mother and grandmother.  She loved quilting, reading, and children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Edsel “Hoyt” Ball; parents, Oscar and Iona Conklin of Maryville.    She enjoyed talking with her tenants at Ball’s Mobile Home Park.  She graduated from Carson Newman College...

  Randy Lynn Minor, 63, of Morristown, died Monday, January 25, 2121.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Marjorie Wilder Minor; sister Peggy Minor Harrell; and brothers Petey and Terry Minor. Survivors include his brother and sister-in-law Danny and Gala Minor; nieces Candace Minor, Toni (Drew) Estes, and Christi ( John Burnette) Gulley; nephew Terry Minor; 4 great nieces and 1 great nephew; and also his furry companions Rambo and Prissy. There will be a...