All Obituaries

Kenneth Eugene Tyler Trent, of Morristown, passed away peacefully Friday, July 19, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores Trent; daughter, Wanda Gayle Trent and son Lewis Eugene “Gene” Trent.   He is survived by his children, June (Denford) Musick; Donna (Ray) Fleenor and Sandra (Billy) Watkins.  He is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.   Funeral services are planned for 8:00 pm Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in...

Sharon Eugenia Reed Reed of Morristown, Tennessee passed away peacefully Thursday, July 18, 2019.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.   Teaching History for thirty-five years, Sharon educated and inspired many young minds in Hawkins County and Hamblen County.  A graduate of Jonesborough High School, Sharon received a degree in History from East Tennessee State University and a Masters of History in Education from Union College.  She...

Kenneth Trobaugh, 91, of Morristown, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019 at the Heritage Center in Morristown.  He was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Mosheim. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Jean Hartsell Trobaugh; parents, Elmer and Mary Eliza Williams Trobaugh; brothers, Francis, Edger, Vernon and Dale Trobaugh. He is survived by his brother, Jim (Judy) Trobaugh, Thomas Trobaugh, Johnny (Vicki) Grooms; sister, Arlene Creech; cousin, Johnny Roberts; favorite...

Darlene Ruth Brock, 76, of Dandridge, went to be with the Lord at 6:45am, Saturday, July 13, 2019.  She was a proud member of Peace Baptist Church in Morristown, TN, and also a retired child care provider who loved to paint, sing, cook, and spend time with her family.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Ruth Anderson and sister, Mary Litton.   She is survived by her husband of, 57 years,...

Gwendolyn E. Williford, 92, passed away at her home Wednesday July 10, 2019.  She was a member of Kingswood Baptist Church and also attended Fairview Bible Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry D. and Nannie Susong; brothers, H.D. Jr., Nicholas (Bud), and Gene Susong; husbands, Guy Winstead and Arlie R. Williford; daughters, Wanda Sue Sizemore and Pat Phillips; sons, Freddy A. Winstead and Marcus Greene.  She loved her Lord...

Floyd Mullins Sr., 73, went to be with the Lord Monday, July 8, 2019.  He was a member of Greene’s Chapel.  He retired from American Enka/Lensing Fibers after 40 years of service.   He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Ruth Mullins; parents, J.C. and Vernie Seals Mullins; as well as several brothers and sisters.   Survivors include his children; Teresa Jones, Floyd Mullins, Jr. and Christopher Lynn (Kathy) Mullins; grandchildren, Elizabeth...

Ruth Longworth Sulfridge (90), born September 6, 1928, was surrounded by her family when she went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2019.  Ruth lived an amazing life loving God and always putting her family and friends needs before her own.  She was an avid gardener, loved sewing, and cooking, especially her world-famous fried apple pies.   Ruth was preceded in death by her husband James Rhea Sulfridge, son Ricky Lynn Sulfridge, her parents Benton and Eva...

Thomas Lee Howard, 71, passed away peacefully on July 2nd, and is now safely in the arms of Jesus. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was loved by everyone that knew him. He had a love for music and reading science fiction books. He was a jack of all trades and served his country in the United States Army. Tommy was also a very talented woodcraftsman.  Other than spending time with his family, he was happiest working in his shop, listening to records, and...

Kenneth “Paul” Oliver, 78, of Bean Station passed away Sunday, June 30 at UT Medical Center.  Paul was born February 26, 1941.  He was a faithful member of Noeton Primitive Baptist Church.   Paul enjoyed restoring vintage tractors and cars and he was retired from Western Auto.  He enjoyed attending local car club shows and cruise ins to meet other car enthusiasts.  Paul was also a carpenter and worked at remodeling houses and...

Lester Glynn Cody joined his love of 64 years Friday, June 28, 2019.    Glynn was born January 30, 1935 in Virginia. He and his wife Chris moved to Morristown from Ohio in 1973.  They opened the Pizza Cottage in April of 1974 and served the community until their retirement in 1996.  He was a faithful member of Shady Grove Baptist Church.  He was preceded in death by his wife Chris and his grandson Alex Cody.   He is survived...