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David Farmer, 77

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of David Farmer. on July 8, 2026.  David’s life was filled with meaningful relationships and memorable moments. His devotion to those around him never wavered. David worked and retired from Y-12 after nearly 30 years of …

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Ossie Joyce Stevenson, 84

Ossie Joyce Stevenson, age 84, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1942 in Pruden, TN. Ossie was a woman who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She love visiting the casino whenever she could find a ride, spending time camping and fishing, and …

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Dorothy Helen Sliger Holmes, 92

Dorothy Helen Sliger Holmes was born on March 13, 1934. She passed from this world to her heavenly home on July 9, 2026. Although her birthplace was WaKeeney, Kansas, for the most part she grew up in the community of Pine Hill, Tennessee, with two older brothers and one younger …

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Debbie Kay Collins Hawn, Lancing

Mrs. Debbie Kay Collins Hawn, age 60 of Lancing, passed away Wednesday July 8, 2026, at her home. She was a very good friend to many. Debbie enjoyed being outdoors and especially loved working in her fairy garden. She was proceeded in death by her parents: Lloyd “Bunt” and Maxine Collins. …

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Linda D. Love, Oakdale

Linda D. Love, age 75, of Oakdale, passed away July 8, 2026, at her home. She worked at the Kaiser Roth mill and at Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary. Linda will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who loved her crafts; ceramic and porcelain dolls. She was preceded in death …

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David Wayne Langley, Byrdstown

Mr. David Wayne Langley, age 72 of Byrdstown, passed away Saturday July 4, 2026, at his home. He is survived by one son: David Langley of Crossville. Two daughters and sons-in-law: Ginger and Brad Presswood of North Carolina, and Mellisa and James “Peanut” James of Lancing. Four grandchildren: Tiffany Conley, Addison and Gavin Presswood, and …

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Alia Grace Cofer, 44

Alia Grace Cofer, 44, passed away on July 1, 2026, leaving behind family and friends who will forever cherish her memory. Alia was a beloved daughter, mother, sister by choice, and friend whose love touched countless lives. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Shelia Cofer, whom she …

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Curtis “Wayne” Barnes, 66

Curtis “Wayne” Barnes, age 66 passed away July the 8, 2026 at home surrounded by family, after a long and hard-fought battle with lung disease. Wayne was born on April 27, 1960. He was a proud graduate of the Sunbright High School Class of 1978. He is preceded in death …

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Rebecca Lynn Douglas, Morgan County

Rebecca Lynn Douglas, known lovingly as Becky, age 69, of Morgan County, Tennessee, passed away on July 8, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories and a family who loved her deeply. Becky dedicated herself to teaching and made a lasting difference in the lives of her students. As a teacher, she …

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David Harl Vespie, 46

David Harl Vespie, born Jan 6, 1979, entered the gates of Heaven, by the grace of Jesus Christ, on July 5, 2026.  David was the son of the late Stanley Paul Vespie, PhD, LPC and Joyce Hembree Weaver.  David was preceded in passing by his grandparents Harl and Christine Vespie …

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