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James Robert Foster, Rocky Top

James Robert Foster, age 45 of Rocky Top, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell. James was born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee on December 8, 1980 to James and Dora Murray Foster. James loved Mixed Martial Arts and was a …

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Albert Junior “JR” Goins, 82

Albert Junior “JR” Goins, born on April 5, 1944, in Briceville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side in Rockwood, Tennessee, on August 4, 2026. He was 82 years old. Throughout his life, Albert exemplified dedication to family and the values of integrity and …

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Willie Lewis Frazier, 69

Willie Lewis Frazier, known lovingly by family and friends as “Wide Open” or “Hamburger” passed away on August 4, 2026. Willie was the son of the late Dexter and Alberta Frazier. Willie was preceded in death by his parents Dexter Frazier and Alberta Curd Frazier. Two sisters, Betty Ann Knaff …

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D. Joanne “Mimi” Boyle, 87

D. Joanne “Mimi” Boyle (87) passed away peaceably after a short illness on July 30, joining her husband, Bill Boyle, son Bob Boyle, and mother Wilda Summers in heaven. Born in Morgantown, WV, Joanne liked to say she acquired her “MRS. degree” at WVU, where she met Bill while working …

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William Winfield Wesley, 94, Humboldt

William Winfield Wesley, age 94, of Humboldt, Tennessee, passed away at the NHC Milan Healthcare. He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on November 30, 1931 to the late Edward Dowel Wesley and Matilda Lee Moore. He loved hunting, fishing, spending time with family & friends. He is preceded in death …

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John Logan Newman, Harriman

John Logan Newman, affectionately known as Johnny by his family and friends, was born on June 23, 1961, and passed away on August 4, 2026. John was the son of the late Junior and Sue Newman of Daysville, Rockwood. He graduated from Rockwood High School in 1979, where he made …

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Kimberly Doss, Kingston

Ms. Kimberly Doss, age 51, of Kingston passed away on August 4, 2026, at her home. She was preceded in death by her father: Robert Doss. Brother: James Doss. Grandmothers: June Johnson and Jane Doss. She is survived by her daughter: Chelsi Doss. Son: Dalton Swicegood. Mother: Bonnie & husband Mickey …

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Juanita Simpson, 94

Juanita Simpson, age 94, passed away on August 4, 2026. The family will receive friends Monday, August 10, 2026, at Schubert Funeral Home from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Graveside services will follow in the Sunbright Cemetery in Sunbright with Bro. Charles Webb officiating.

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Willis Anthony Hall, Kingston

Willis Anthony Hall, age 83, of Kingston, TN, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at his home.Willis was of the Baptist faith. He worked at Y-12 for 26 years and was a business agent for Local 818 for three terms where he had many friends. Preceded in death by parents; …

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Mary Elizabeth Renfro Isham, Chattanooga

Mary Elizabeth Renfro Isham, age 86, of Chattanooga passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy E. Isham Sr. and son; Jimmy Earl Isham, parents; Floyd and Charlotte Hamilton Renfro; brother, Robert “Buddy” L. Renfro. Survived by her son and daughter-in-law; Bill and …

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