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William (Bill) Byrge, age 86, of Nashville, TN, formerly of Caryville, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Preceded in death by Mother: Martha Phillips Jones and Step-father: Roy Jones, Father Harvey Byrge, Sisters; Naomi Wilson, Wilma Howard, Brothers: L.M. Byrge, James Byrge. He retired from acting after having acted from the early 1980's until the early 2000's. He was featured in music videos ranging from Alan Jackson to Ray Stevens also taking part in commercials and the Ernest P. Worrell comedy movies such as: Ernest Scared Stupid, Ernest Goes To Jail, Ernest Saves Christmas, Ernest Goes To School, Etc. He was a loving man who adored his family and never had an unkind word...

Helen Joyce Millican, age 80 of LaFollette passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was of the Church of God Faith. She is preceded in death by husband Rev. Alton Emry Millican, daughter Tonya Doraine Millican, parents Albert and Willie Davis Mullinax, brother George L. Mullinax. Family will receive friends from 1-2 PM Wednesday December 18, 2024, at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with service to follow at 2 PM in the Cross-Smith Chapel, Rev. Jackie Davis officiating. Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home Condolences may be given online to the family of Helen Joyce Millican at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com

Ralph Allen Lovely born November 5th, 1951 to Gilford H. And Mabel (Burris) Lovely passed away at his home in Knoxville. Ralph was a member of West Park Baptist Church in Knoxville where he loved working in Bible School, the food pantry, and his pastor C.J. Gage. Growing up Ralph was an avid 4-H member and enjoyed showing cattle and sheep. He was a proud Jacksboro Eagle class of 1969. He graduated from Hiwassee College and The University of Tennessee, Knoxville where he earned two degrees. His first job was with Ted Lay at Lay Packing. He then achieved his dream job as the Blount County Agent where he worked with children enrolled in 4-H. Ralph was a lifelong UT football fan and when able he...

Barbara Ann (Lowe) Cross, age 81 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on February 11th, 2024 at her home after a short but courageous battle with cancer. She was saved at a young age at Nicks Creek Baptist Church. She spent many years working at Alpha Industry and Sports Belle until she retired to start keeping her grandchildren. She will forever be remembered as having the kindest, most selfless heart. Her love for her family and friends was never ending. She loved doing puzzles, word searches, looking at recipe books, and looking out the window to watch the squirrels and birds visit their homes. She is preceded in death by parents, Jacob & Juanita Lowe; brothers, Jeff &...

Arnold Ray Gaylor, age 87, of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was a charter member of and helped build East Jacksboro Baptist Church, where all work was done by hand. He was also a member of Jacksboro Masonic Lodge F&AM. He served in the US Army and retired as plant manager from OshKosh B'Gosh in Gainsboro, TN. Preceded in death by Parents: Rev. Everett and Lucy Hatmaker Gaylor, Brother: Floyd Gaylor, Father and Mother-in-Law: Leonard and Thelma Hembree Queener, Brother-in-Law: Alva Queener. Survived by: Wife: Joyce Helen Queener Gaylor Sister: Joann Snodderly Nephew: Steven Queener Nieces: Lynette Marlow, Pam Moser, Terri Russell, Lisa Overbay and Susan...

Mary Nease, age 77, of Clinton TN went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 13, 2023. She was a member of Blowing Springs Baptist Church. Preceded in death by Husband: Dallas Nease, Parents: David and Mary Kinsey, Sister: Debbie Kanzig, Brother: Daniel D Kinsey, Brother-in-Law: David Deaner and Granddaughter: Cristina Miracle. Survived by: Daughters: Mary Parrot and Amanda Lynn (Ted) Porter Sons: Douglas L. (Crystal) Nease and Ronald Dallas (Shelley) Nease 13 Grandchildren 16 Great-Grandchildren Brother: Robert E. (Teresa) Kinsey Sisters: Catherine Deaner, Helen and Ralph Kanzig Brother-in-Law: Randy Kanzig A host of other relatives and friends. Graveside service will be held...

Virginia Rogers Meadors, age 91, of Maryville, TN, formally of Speedwell, TN passed away peacefully on Monday, July 31, 2023, at Asbury Place in Maryville. Virginia was born on September 10, 1931 in St. Charles, VA to the late French Earl and Emma Jenness Miller Rogers and grew up in Speedwell, TN. She attended Cawood School, graduated from Powell Valley High School and attended Berea College and Lincoln Memorial University. She was a member of Cawood United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by parents, French and Jenness Rogers, husband Charles Meadors, sons Chuck Meadors and David Meadors, brothers French Rogers, J.C. Rogers and Doyle Rogers and sister Nancy Rogers Leach. Survived...

J.W. Lee, age 89 of LaFollette, passed away Saturday, March 4th, 2023. He was of the Baptist Faith. He moved to LaFollette in 1960 to go into business as "Lee Ford" - Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury Dealer for 27 years. Preceded in death by parents Fred Lee and Marjorie Lee Barger. Wife of 40 years Lorraine Noel Lee, brother Gene Lee, sister-in-law Mattie Lou Lee, brother Charles Ed Lee, sister Barbara Lee Smith, daughter-in-law Patsy Turner Lee. Survivors: Son: Scott Lee Daughter: Ann Lee Thompson and husband Nick Thompson Sister: Geraldine Pewitt Special Friend: Barbara Petitt Along with several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends from 5 PM-7 PM...

General Carl W. Stiner passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on Thursday, June 2, 2022. Carl was a loving father, husband, grandfather and friend. A proud veteran of the US Army for 35 years, serving as a distinguished soldier, a courageous leader and a dedicated, God-fearing man. He believed strongly in the values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage. He was a long-time member of First Baptist Church LaFollette. Carl Wade Stiner was born on September 7, 1936 in LaFollette, TN. He was the son of Emit and Hassie Stiner and grew up a farmer, always understanding the valuable role of hard work and education. He graduated and...

Amey Lee Hensley Mayes, age 83, of Tazewell passed away Monday, November 1, 2021. She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband: Clayton Mayes, parents: Monroe and Grace Davis Hensley, brother: Claude Hensley Survived by: Daughter: Teresa and Mike Cline Son: Allen Mayes Grandchildren: Shan and Lynn Ray, Casey Mayes and Kyle Mayes Great-Grandchildren: Ashlyn Ray, Olivia and Jesse Sharp Great-Great-Grandchildren: Tanner Sharp Pallbearers: Casey and Marson Mayes Tom Poteet Jody and Jim Beeler Sam Whittaker Honorary Pallbearer: Kyle Mayes Family will receive friends 11-12 noon Friday, November 5 at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with funeral service to...

Mildred Faye Owens Hamblin, age 83, of Speedwell passed away Monday, August 9, 2021. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Primitive Baptist Church. Preceded in death by son: Richard Hamblin, parents: John and Melinda Berry Owens, brothers: Frendee Owens, Arnold Owens, sister: Mabel Edwards. Survivors: Daughter: Debbie Hamblin Large Son: Tim Hamblin Grandchildren: Amber Chadwick, Will Large, Crystal Hill Great Grandchildren: Alexis, Olivia and Christian Hill, Journie Chadwick Sister: Edna Risner Several nieces and nephews Family will receive friends Friday 12-2 PM Cross-Smith Funeral Home. Funeral Service to follow at 2 PM Cross-Smith Chapel, Elder Larry Anderson and Elder Rick...

Mildred Louise Riggs Asher, 87, of LaFollette Tennessee died Saturday, February 6, 2021 at her home in LaFollette. Born March 24, 1934 to George Washington Riggs and Cleo Denton Hines. Mildred married Oscar Herbert Asher and settled in Arjay Ky. Mildred served as the Arjay Postmaster until her retirement. She was known for her infectious laughter, her generosity and her thoughtfulness. She loved the gospel and going to Church. Rest in Paradise Mildred. Heaven has gained another angel. She was preceded in death by father: George Washington Riggs, her mother: Cleo Denton Hines, her brothers: JWill, Howard, and Donnie, her sisters: Louvina, Bobby Jean, and her half-sister Nora, husband:...

Beulah Faye Hensley Moses, age 84, of Wallins Creek, died Friday, January 29, 2021. A member of Wallins Creek Church of God. Beulah is survived by Son and Daughter-in-law: Joey and Ellen Moses Daughter and Son-in-law: Sherry and Marty Weistein Grandson: Stewart Gross Sister and Brother-in-law: Theresa and Gayle McMurray Brothers and Sisters-in-law: Norman and Shirley, Leon and Cathy Hensley, Dennis and Sandy Hensley Family will receive friends 12-1:30 PM Monday at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with funeral service to follow at 1:30 PM in Cross-Smith Chapel with Rev. Troy Daily officiating. Interment to follow at Douglas Cemetery Jellico. Online condolences may be made at...