All Obituaries

Peggy I Spearman, age 89, went home to be with our Lord and Savior after a long battle with Parkisons on Monday, June 18, 2018 at Signature Health and Rehab. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Spearman Sr.; daughters, Sharon and Becky  Spearman; and son, George Spearman, Jr. She is survived by daughters, Georgene Reece and Yvette Jackson; grandsons, Cole and Walker Wilson, and Michael Reece; granddaughters, Natasha Spearman and Madison Spearman; great grandchildren,...

Viola Potter, age 82, of Morristown, Passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at Life Care Center. She was preceded in death by her son, Jackie Potter; parents, Arthur and Ida Gregg; and brother, Richard Gregg. She is survived by her husband, Hugh “Jack” Potter; daughter, Maria Gaines; grandchildren, Jason Brinkley, Jessica Lilly, Destin Potter, and Jala McLarty; and sister, Eva Bramble. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm on Friday, June 22nd at Westside Chapel Funeral...

Chuck Hawk, age 80, of Talbott, TN., passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System following a long struggle with Myleodysplastic Syndrome. He was born in Piney Flats, TN., March 22, 1938. Chuck was raised in Johnson City, TN.  After graduating from Science Hill High School, he entered the United States Army and served 30 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer 4, army Aviation Branch. He served 2 tours in Vietnam, tours in Korea and Germany, 12...

Malissa K. Thompson, age 104, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at her residence. She was a member of Rocky Point Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Thompson; parents, Lawson and Rhoda Killian; sisters, Minnie Mae, Selma Walker, and Katherine Frazier; brothers, William Arlie Killian, and Joel “Bill” Killian; She is survive by special friends, Bruce and Sue Harville; and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet...

Connie Sue Knight Smith, age, 55, of Morristown, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at U.T. Medical Center. She was a member of Holt’s Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend and will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Richard (Delta) Gilbert; aunt, Virgie Holt; and nephew, Corey Knight. She is survived by her husband, David Smith; son, Adam Travis Davis; grandchildren, Tre Davis, Khloe Allred, and...

June Williams, age 90, of Morristown, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 16, 2018 after a lengthy illness. She was a lifelong member of Kidwell’s Ridge Baptist Church, and devoted her life to nurturing her family with love and faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; parents, John Henry and Bessie Mae Norton; and seven brothers and sisters. She will be remembered by her daughter, Judy Talley; son Stan (Rita) Williams; grandson, Russell (Janice)...

Gary W. Greene, age 66, of Morristown, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Lossie Greene; sisters, Janis Romines and Margaret McCoy; and brother, Michael Greene. He is survived by his son, Jonathan Greene; brothers, Ronnie Greene of Florence, South Carolina, Billy Greene, and Benny Greene; sister, Catherine Seay; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends form 1...

Allan Harley Schwegler, age 71, of Jefferson City, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. He was born April 13, 1947 in St. Louis, Missouri. He is the son of the late Harley and Melba (Bush) Schwegler. Allan had a successful career in Human Resources, holding positions in Missouri, Texas, North Carolina, Indiana, and Tennessee. Everyone who knew Allan enjoyed his big personality and his amazing love for his family and friends. Allan is survived by his wife, Virginia Ruiz...

Linda Knuckles Hoskins, 64, of Mooresburg, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018 at Heritage Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Hoskins; daughter, Misty Shepard; mother, Nannie Knuckles; and brother, Greg Knuckles. She is survived by her son, Jerry (Michelle) Hoskins of Rogersville; daughter, Teresa (Chris) Strei; son-in-law, Brad Shepard; brothers, Michael Knuckles and Darren Knuckles; sisters, Brenda (Junior) Monhollen, Dolly Lorense, Lisa (Tony) Barger, and Margaret...

Ralph Edward Adkins, Sr., age 83, of Morristown, formerly of Branchland, W.V.,went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at his residence. He was a member of Lowland Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and Song Leader. Ralph was retired from Ford Motor Company in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and will be deeply missed. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Adkins; parents, Henry...