Teria Danielle Yeary, age 42, of Harrogate TN passed away May 12, 2021 at home with her family by her side. Born June 20, 1978 to Barbara Hatfield and the late Charles Speedy Hatfield of Harrogate. Danielle was a loving wife and mother. She married at the age of 16 to the love of her life David Wayne Yeary. She devoted herself to her husband and their daughter. Enjoyed gardening, the outdoors, and spending time with family. She was saved years ago and was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her daughter Brittany Nicole Yeary, father Charles Speedy Hatfield, maternal grandparents Ike and Ruby Daniels, paternal grandparents Ella Mason, Ruby Hatfield and Henry...

Stewart O'Dell Hurst peacefully passed away at his home in the Oak Grove settlement of Claiborne County in Harrogate, Tennessee, on May 11, 2021. Born in the house of the old Hurst home located on the bank of the Powell River on August 24, 1939 to the late Glen E. and Gertrude Fultz Hurst. Stewart was the oldest of 14 children. In 1958, he joined the United States Army earning many awards and medals, including two Bronze Stars, one with the Oak Leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. During his time in service he was stationed to many posts in the United States, Germany, and two tours in Vietnam. He would serve as a Maintenance Officer for 21 years and retire as...

Stewart O'Dell Hurst peacefully passed away at his home in the Oak Grove settlement of Claiborne County in Harrogate, Tennessee, on May 11, 2021. Born in the house of the old Hurst home located on the bank of the Powell River on August 24, 1939 to the late Glen E. and Gertrude Fultz Hurst. Stewart was the oldest of 14 children. In 1958, he joined the United States Army earning many awards and medals, including two Bronze Stars, one with the Oak Leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. During his time in service he was stationed to many posts in the United States, Germany, and two tours in Vietnam. He would serve as a Maintenance Officer for 21 years and retire as...

Stewart O'Dell Hurst peacefully passed away at his home in the Oak Grove settlement of Claiborne County in Harrogate, Tennessee, on May 11, 2021. Born in the house of the old Hurst home located on the bank of the Powell River on August 24, 1939 to the late Glen E. and Gertrude Fultz Hurst. Stewart was the oldest of 14 children. In 1958, he joined the United States Army earning many awards and medals, including two Bronze Stars, one with the Oak Leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. During his time in service he was stationed to many posts in the United States, Germany, and two tours in Vietnam. He would serve as a Maintenance Officer for 21 years and retire as...

Stewart O'Dell Hurst peacefully passed away at his home in the Oak Grove settlement of Claiborne County in Harrogate, Tennessee, on May 11, 2021. Born in the house of the old Hurst home located on the bank of the Powell River on August 24, 1939 to the late Glen E. and Gertrude Fultz Hurst. Stewart was the oldest of 14 children. In 1958, he joined the United States Army earning many awards and medals, including two Bronze Stars, one with the Oak Leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. During his time in service he was stationed to many posts in the United States, Germany, and two tours in Vietnam. He would serve as a Maintenance Officer for 21 years and retire as...

Stewart O'Dell Hurst peacefully passed away at his home in the Oak Grove settlement of Claiborne County in Harrogate, Tennessee, on May 11, 2021. Born in the house of the old Hurst home located on the bank of the Powell River on August 24, 1939 to the late Glen E. and Gertrude Fultz Hurst. Stewart was the oldest of 14 children. In 1958, he joined the United States Army earning many awards and medals, including two Bronze Stars, one with the Oak Leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal. During his time in service he was stationed to many posts in the United States, Germany, and two tours in Vietnam. He would serve as a Maintenance Officer for 21 years and retire as...

Hollis Wells, age 78, of Tazewell TN. was born September 19, 1942 and passed away on May 8, 2021. He professed faith in Christ at an early age and was a life long member of Union Chapel Baptist Church. Hollis was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a lifetime farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Eva Wells, brother-in-law Steve Pace, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Ellen and Paul Eastridge, brother-in-law Lester Brooks, and brother-in-law Chester Ayers. Hollis is survived by his wife of 50 years Ozina (Ina) Wells. Son and daughter-in-law Dennis and Tracy Wells. Grandson Riley Wells. Sister Brenda (Raymond) Nida. Sister-in-laws Helen Brooks, Francis Ayers, and Relda (Tip)...

Hester Denim Eldridge, age 86, of Sneedville, TN. was born July 16, 1934 and went to be with the Lord surrounded by family Thursday morning May 6, 2021. She was saved at the age of 17 and joined the Thomas Chapel Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Lou Denim, brother Clifford Denim of Indiana, sisters Mossie, Christine, and Morton Denim all of Sneedville, TN., husband of 43 years Edmond Eldridge, son Johnny Eldridge, grandson Glenn Trent, granddaughters Sherrie and Crystal Eldridge, son-in-law Lee Trent, all of Sneedville, TN. She is survived by daughters Donna Leonard and Wayne of Mooresburg, TN., Amy (Gary) Collins of Thornhill, TN., Brenda and the late...

GARY WAYNE IRWIN AGE 63 OF NEW TAZEWELL, TN was born August 17, 1957 and passed away April 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents James Hobart Irwin and Pearl Irwin Sandefur; Sisters, Chelsia Campbell and Carolyn Irwin. He is survived by his daughter Tina Larmer and Son, Travis Irwin; Sister Marjorie Poore and Brother Jim Irwin; Four Grandsons and a host of other relatives and friends. The Family will have a graveside service at Drummonds Cemetery June 6, 2021 at 2:00 P.M.

Hazel A Helton, age 86, of Tazewell TN, was born August 10, 1934 and passed away on April 19, 2021. She was a member of Cave Springs Baptist Church, where she was saved at an early age. Hazel was also a proud member of the OES # 232 of New Tazewell TN. Her favorite hobby was hand stitch quilting, she also enjoyed farming and canning what she grew. Hazel was preceded in death by her mom and dad; her husband Eugene Helton; daughter Cathy Helton; brothers Bill Collins, John Collins, Carl Collins, Ben Collins, and Horace Collins; sisters Pauline Pierce and Dorothy Collins. She is survived by several nieces, nephews, other family, and friends. The visitation will be Thursday April 22nd from 5...

L. Jane Burchette, 91, of Gas City, formerly of Tazewell, TN, passed away at 7:09 pm on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at Marion General Hospital. She was born in Tazewell, Tennessee, on November 1, 1929, to Lon and Minnie (King) Brooks. On June 17, 1949, she married Charles Clyde Burchette and he preceded her in death on November 27, 1998. Jane graduated from Claiborne County High School in 1949 and worked for 26 years with Foster Forbes, retiring on November 26, 1991. She attended New Hope Baptist Church in Gas City. Jane was an avid gardener and had grown many flowers over the years. She was a Chicago Cubs and University of Tennessee Vols fan. One of the highlights of her life was that she...

Eula Jean (Carr) Keck age 82 of New Tazewell, TN was born March 22, 1939 and went home to be with the Lord March 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She professed her faith in Christ at an early age and was a member of MCM Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gillis & Hester (Robinson) Carr and Father-in-law & Mother-in-law, Marion & Flora (Meyers) Keck all of New Tazewell, TN. She is survived by her husband of 62 years: Jackie Keck; Son & Daughter-in-law: Terry & Sue Keck; Daughter & Son-in-law: Pam & Jim Smith all of New Tazewell, TN; Grandchildren: Tarah Keck of Farragut, TN; Amanda (Jeff) Day of...

Angela D. Lovin age 70 of Tazewell was born May 7th, 1950 and went to be with the Lord March 22nd, 2021 at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville, Tn. She was proceeded in death by her parents Clayton and Pansey Loop of New Tazewell, Brothers Dwight and Lynn Loop also of New Tazewell. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Homer Lovin of Tazewell, Sons Delynn and wife Jennifer and Dewayne Lovin, Tracy Cosby of Tazewell. Grandchildren James and Anna and Kylie Lovin Of Tazewell. She is also survived by a host of relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday March 25th, 2021 at Coffey Funeral Home from 5 until 7pm with the funeral service following. Graveside will be...

Roger 'Pee Wee' Greene passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2021. He was saved at the age of 25 at Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church and joined Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church where he remained a member until his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Rosalee Greene; brothers Dallas and Dean Greene; and one sister Linda Toby. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Linda Davis Greene. Children Tammy Neeley, Amanda King, Casey Hill, Wendy Whitaker, and Stevie Greene, all of Sneedville. Brother Gary (Lisa) Greene of Talbot. And all of his grandchildren that he loved dearly. Also, many family, friends, and loved ones. Family received friends Tuesday March...

Well-known Tennessee educator Ralph Evans passed away March 20, in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 93. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Lucinda Evans of Speedwell, his brother, Claude Evans of Nesbit, Miss., his sister, June Evans Treece of Speedwell and his wife, Maude Evans, in 2011. Evans was a native of Claiborne County, Tenn., and graduated with a degree in chemistry from Lincoln Memorial University. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he earned his master's in education from East Tennessee State University and took a teaching position in Lake City, Fla., where he met his wife, Maude Smith. The couple moved to Tazewell, Tenn., where he served as principal of...

Well-known Tennessee educator Ralph Evans passed away March 20, in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 93. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Lucinda Evans of Speedwell, his brother, Claude Evans of Nesbit, Miss., his sister, June Evans Treece of Speedwell and his wife, Maude Evans, in 2011. Evans was a native of Claiborne County, Tenn., and graduated with a degree in chemistry from Lincoln Memorial University. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he earned his master's in education from East Tennessee State University and took a teaching position in Lake City, Fla., where he met his wife, Maude Smith. The couple moved to Tazewell, Tenn., where he served as principal of...

On Wednesday March 17, 2021 Betty Mustard, spouse and mother of three went home to be with the Lord at the age of 57. Betty was born on November 11, 1963 in Claiborne County. Betty was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Eads, father Levi Eads; sons, Bobby Rose, Jeffery Rose and brother Tony Eads SR. She is survived by Spouse: Daniel Baker ; Son: Jimmy Rose with spouse Aexa Rose; Sons Nathaniel & Christopher Rose; Brothers: Alfred Eads and wife Teresa Eads; Brother: Larry Eads; Sister: Joanna Abrahams and husband Mike Abrahams with a host of cousin, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 P.M. Sunday March 21, 2021 at Coffey Funeral Home. ...

Bill Evans, age 80, of Bean Station TN, was born March 29, 1940 and passed away on March 16, 2021. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and pool, as well as spending time with friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Henry Clay Evans and Martha Ann Evans, brothers Junior Evans, Clyde Evans, Tom Evans, and Roy Evans, sisters Ann Martin, Pauline Evans, and Jo Anne Evans. He is survived by his son James Henry Evans. Sister Mary Banes. Special friend Amanda Helton. As well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. The family will receive friends Saturday March 20th from 5 until 7 PM at Coffey Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Sunday March 21st at 1 PM at Coffey...

Dorothy "Dot" Manning Lewis age 87 of New Tazewell, TN was born March 16, 1933 and passed away March 15, 2021 at the Claiborne County Nursing Home. Dot was raised in Caney Valley where she was saved at an early age. She was a long time and faithful member of First Baptist Church New Tazewell where she served in many capacities. Highlighting her gift of service was being on the kitchen committee for social gatherings. Though raising her four boys was her life's mission, she served on countless local, state and community boards and committees showing a true heart for service. Honors include appointment as Tennessee Colonel and as honorary member of The Tennessee General Assembly. She...

Dorothy "Dot" Manning Lewis age 87 of New Tazewell, TN was born March 16, 1933 and passed away March 15, 2021 at the Claiborne County Nursing Home. Dot was raised in Caney Valley where she was saved at an early age. She was a long time and faithful member of First Baptist Church New Tazewell where she served in many capacities. Highlighting her gift of service was being on the kitchen committee for social gatherings. Though raising her four boys was her life's mission, she served on countless local, state and community boards and committees showing a true heart for service. Honors include appointment as Tennessee Colonel and as honorary member of The Tennessee General Assembly. She...

Dorothy "Dot" Manning Lewis age 87 of New Tazewell, TN was born March 16, 1933 and passed away March 15, 2021 at the Claiborne County Nursing Home. Dot was raised in Caney Valley where she was saved at an early age. She was a long time and faithful member of First Baptist Church New Tazewell where she served in many capacities. Highlighting her gift of service was being on the kitchen committee for social gatherings. Through raising her four boys was her life's mission, she served on countless local, state and community boards and committees showing a true heart for service. Honors include appointment as Tennessee Colonel and as honorary member of The Tennessee General Assembly. ...